Gaby’s Dream Come True
MSG Networks' Jill Martin helped surprise another Garden of Dreams teen with an incredible experience. This time, Gaby, an aspiring chef from Garden of Dreams partner Children's Aid, was welcomed into her favorite chef's home to cook a signature Knicks dish with him! After making the delicious appetizer "Latin Spiced Chicken Wings with Honey-Lime Glaze and Chipotle Yougurt Dipping Sauce", Bobby Flay then invited Gaby and her family to a future taping of his Food Network show, Beat... Read More
Prom Bowling Kickoff
Prom season has officially started for Garden of Dreams! 100 Garden of Dreams teens got together at BowlMor Lanes in Times Square to kick off the 2018 Garden of Dreams Prom season. In addition to bowling, these teens had the chance to get to know the other attendees who they will join them in this prom experience. With lots of activities leading up to Prom including dress and suit fittings and a Pre-Prom Prep Party, the attendees will come together to enjoy the incredible "Big Easy, Big Dreams" experience!
Read MoreConcert for Dreams 2018
On March 23rd, the Garden of Dreams Foundation hosted an incredible two-part concert experience, “Concert for Dreams” featuring O.A.R. and friends at the Beacon Theatre.
During the afternoon show, hosted by Elvis Duran of Z100, 2,500 children from Garden of Dreams partner organizations enjoyed a concert, which included performances by O.A.R., Darryl “DMC” McDaniels, Rachel Crow, Gavin DeGraw, Grace VanderWaal . In addition to the talented line-up, there was a special reunion performance by O.A.R 2.0. The children, parents and chaperones in attendance all enjoyed an afternoon filled with music and entertainment.
The evening performances featured O.A.R., Darryl "DMC" McDaniels, Gavin DeGraw as well as Robert Randolph, Adam Duritz... Read More
PromGirl Shopping Experience
In preparation for the Garden of Dreams Prom, PromGirl hosted an exclusive shopping experience at their superstore in Secaucus for our prom attendees to find the dress of their dreams. With support from the PromGirl team, Garden of Dreams Prom Chairwoman Damaris Lewis, Ubah Hassan, Deidre Nesteruk, Eleni Tsavousis, Heide Lindgren, Alejandra Cata, and Tatiana Rafter helped the girls find their perfect dress and shoes. DJ Tiff kept the music going throughout the afternoon and then held a dance party to conclude the event. A huge thank you to PromGirl who donated all the dresses to our girls so they will be red carpet ready! Now that they have their dresses, these... Read More
2018 Talent Show Rehearsal #2
The second "Together We Dream" Talent Show rehearsal featured some special guests for our Talent Show performers, who got the chance to rehearse in front of celebrity coaches. In attendance were The Rockettes, The Voice finalist Wé McDonald, model and actress Damaris Lewis, 13 Reasons Why star Christian Navarro, and Stranger Things star Caleb McLaughlin ready to help mentor the performers as they prepare for their big day. The kids were thrilled to meet and interact with the celebrities and even more excited about the advice and guidance they received!
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Knicks Dr. Seuss Event
In celebration of Read Across America Day, sixty Garden of Dreams children from partner Sports and Arts in Schools Foundation traveled to the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum. The children enjoyed a morning filled with reading and learning- Knicks alumni John Starks read What Should I Get For A Pet, actor Justin Long read The Cat in The Hat and New York Times bestselling author Chris Grabenstein read Oh The Places You'll Go to celebrate Dr. Seuss’ birthday. The kids had the opportunity to interact with the special guests as well as complete some fun activities based on the books. At the end of the event, each child... Read More
Ryland’s Dream Come True
Garden of Dreams child Ryland from Make-A-Wish New Jersey received the surprise of a lifetime when an experience to see a live taping of the Today Show...turned into meeting and forecasting the weather with your favorite weatherman, Al Roker! Special thank you to Jill Martin and MSG Networks for helping to make Ryland's dream come true.
Read MoreVinnie’s Wish with the Rangers
Vinnie, from partner Make-A-Wish New Jersey, fulfilled his wish by getting to skate with his favorite player, Mats Zuccarello. Vinnie and his family arrived to the Rangers Training Center to watch his favorite player and team practice for their upcoming game. After practice, Vinnie joined Zuccarello and some of the other Rangers on the ice. Vinnie challenged Zuccarello to a race...almost beating him! The group then took a tour of the locker room at the Training Facility and Zuccarello presented Vinnie with a personalized Rangers jersey. The following night, Vinnie, his family and friends enjoyed the Rangers-Flames game from a catered suite. Afterwards, Vinnie congratulated Zuccarello on the Rangers win... Read More
Eric’s Wish
Eric from Make-A-Wish New York fulfilled his wish when he met his favorite basketball player, Kristaps Porzingis. As part of his wish experience, Eric met Kristaps Porzingis and the rest of the New York Knicks when he attended the Knicks Bowl with his family. They spent the whole night bowling and mingling with the players.
The next day, Eric and his family were invited to come to The Garden to watch the Knicks take on Chicago. Before the game, Eric watched his team warm up court side, where several of the players welcomed their new friend, Eric. Afterwards, KP invited Eric to the locker room to give Eric his game-worn shoes and signed... Read More
