BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Park Pride - ECPv6.16.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://parkpride.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Park Pride REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250827T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250827T200000 DTSTAMP:20260613T172900 CREATED:20250731T160508Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T180446Z UID:12970-1756319400-1756324800@parkpride.org SUMMARY:Park Design Workshop: Gathering Spaces DESCRIPTION:Use the form below to let us know you’re coming! \n\n\n \n NameThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Name(Required)\n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n Friends of the Park Group(Required)\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nGathering spaces in parks play a vital role in building community and connections. When designed well\, they become welcoming places where everyone feels like they belong — regardless of age\, background\, or ability. \nThrough our Park Design Consultation & Workshop\, Park Pride has paired seven community groups with volunteer landscape architects to produce conceptual plans to reimagine their park’s gathering spaces. On Wednesday\, August 27\, from 6:30 – 8 p.m.\, our Friends groups will present these plans! \nThis event is free and open to registered Friends of Park groups. This is a wonderful opportunity to learn from your peers about ways to make your park’s gathering spaces more memorable\, safe\, accessible\, and welcoming! URL:https://parkpride.org/event/2025-park-design-workshop/ LOCATION:Oakland Cemetery Visitor Center\, 374 Martin Luther King Jr. Dr. SE\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30312\, United States CATEGORIES:General,Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/heic:https://parkpride.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/20240828_231135292_iOS-2-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250814T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250814T203000 DTSTAMP:20260613T172900 CREATED:20250731T153654Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T153654Z UID:12954-1755196200-1755203400@parkpride.org SUMMARY:Trivia Night @ Piedmont Park DESCRIPTION:Join Piedmont Park Conservancy & Park Pride for Trivia Night! 🤓 Topics will explore greenspace goodness\, local flora and fauna\, community gardens\, and nature advocacy champions. Gain bragging rights (the winning team gets Park Pride x Conservancy swag)\, or come learn something new! \n21+ only. Ticket price ($15) includes three beers/wine pours! The event will be held at Greystone (400 Park Dr NE) and starts at 6:30PM. Click here to get your ticket! URL:https://parkpride.org/event/trivia-night-piedmont-park/ LOCATION:Piedmont Park\, 1320 Monroe Dr NE\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30306\, United States CATEGORIES:General ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://parkpride.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Piedmont-Park-Trivia-Night.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250808T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250808T100000 DTSTAMP:20260613T172900 CREATED:20250714T161533Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250714T203535Z UID:12931-1754643600-1754647200@parkpride.org SUMMARY:Second Friday Walk in the Park – Deerwood Park DESCRIPTION:Use the form below to let us know you’re coming! \n\n \n CompanyThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n Which walk are you attending?(Required)Friday\, June 12 - Hairston ParkFriday\, July 10 - John Howell Park\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nRaise your Park IQ with Park Pride! \nJoin us for a one-hour walk on Friday\, August 8 at Deerwood Park in Southwest Atlanta! Deerwood Park is a serene 17-acre neighborhood oasis that offers something for everyone. With two playgrounds\, a basketball court\, two covered pavilions\, a wooded nature trail\, and a baseball field\, there’s no shortage of ways to stay active or unwind. Deerwood Park is a treasured neighborhood space well worth exploring! \nBring your coffee and your walking shoes! See you there. URL:https://parkpride.org/event/second-friday-walk-in-the-park-deerwood-park/ LOCATION:Deerwood Park\, 3715 Tampa Trail SW\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30331\, United States CATEGORIES:General ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://parkpride.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/DeerwoodPark-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250805T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250805T200000 DTSTAMP:20260613T172900 CREATED:20250721T164612Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250721T164651Z UID:12952-1754413200-1754424000@parkpride.org SUMMARY:National Night Out @ June Mundy Park DESCRIPTION:The Friends of June Mundy Park invite you for an evening of community on Tuesday\, August 5\, from 5 – 8 PM! The evening will include fun for the whole family\, including games and activities\, free food\, music and community resources. Not to mention horseback rides and a bouncy house! \nNational Night Out is a national community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie. The event will be held at the corner of Walnut St. and Magnolia St. URL:https://parkpride.org/event/national-night-out-june-mundy-park/ LOCATION:June Elois Mundy Park\, Intersection of Magnolia St NW & Walnut St NW\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30314\, United States CATEGORIES:General ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://parkpride.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/JuneMundyEvent.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250711T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250711T100000 DTSTAMP:20260613T172900 CREATED:20250320T173911Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250717T150447Z UID:12810-1752224400-1752228000@parkpride.org SUMMARY:Second Friday Walk in the Park - Herbert Greene Nature Preserve DESCRIPTION:This event has passed. \nExplore hidden gems with Park Pride! Join us on Friday\, July 11 at 9 a.m. for a one-hour walk around Herbert Greene Nature Preserve! \nHerbert Greene Nature Preserve is a lesser-known greenspace located just outside I-285. Surface outcrops of rounded\, ancient boulders are found in the park\, along with a strikingly beautiful section of Utoy Creek. More wildlife than is usual for an urban zone call this natural area home\, including deer\, river otter\, and waterbirds including kingfisher\, wood duck and great blue heron. This area includes a rich native forest\, from rocky ridge to floodplain species including Swamp white\, or basket\, oak. \nCome explore with us and the Friends of Herbert Greene! Bring your coffee and your walking shoes. \nParking: Parking is limited – please carpool if possible. There is a small gravel lot at the entrance. If there are no parking spaces available\, park along the grass just outside of the nature preserve. URL:https://parkpride.org/event/second-friday-walk-in-the-park-july-2025/ LOCATION:Herbert Greene Nature Preserve\, 4401 Boulder Park Dr SW\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30331\, United States CATEGORIES:General ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://parkpride.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/IMG_1502-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250628T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250628T140000 DTSTAMP:20260613T172900 CREATED:20250523T150107Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T150107Z UID:12891-1751104800-1751119200@parkpride.org SUMMARY:The Great American Campout and Environmental Career Day DESCRIPTION:This yearly\, family friendly event hosted by the Friends of Hairston Park offers a chance to learn basic fishing and camping skills\, connect with nature and discover exciting green career pathways! Come enjoy a fun-filled day with nature walks\, camping demos\, fishing 101\, environmental science activities and to meet professionals from environmental organizations\, and parks. URL:https://parkpride.org/event/the-great-american-campout-and-environmental-career-day/ LOCATION:Hairston Park\, 889 S Hairston Rd\, Stone Mountain\, GA\, 30088\, United States CATEGORIES:General ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://parkpride.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/2025-GAC-and-ECD-Flyer.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250613T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250613T100000 DTSTAMP:20260613T172900 CREATED:20250320T172900Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250717T150411Z UID:12808-1749805200-1749808800@parkpride.org SUMMARY:Second Friday Walk in the Park - The Garden Brookhaven Park DESCRIPTION:This event has passed. \nExplore local hidden gems with Park Pride! Join us on Friday\, June 13 at 9 a.m. to explore The Garden at Brookhaven Park with the Brookhaven Park Conservancy! \nBrookhaven Park is a 20.8 acre go-to destination for recreation and relaxation in the heart of Brookhaven. It also boasts the tallest playground in the U.S.\, a centerpiece designed to inspire adventure and active play. The park also features a serene community garden. For pet owners\, the fully fenced dog park is a highlight\, complete with a splash pad to keep furry friends cool and entertained. \nFollowing the one-hour walk\, Friends of the Park members are invited to stick around for a meeting on grants and funding\, offering insights into how Friends groups can secure resources to grow and sustain their parks. We’ll have taken a short tour of the garden and park as well as celebrate an exciting win — the Garden at Brookhaven Park’s recent successful application for a Small Change Grant! This is a great opportunity to see how Park Pride’s Small Change Grant Program can make a meaningful impact and to learn from the group’s experience. Whether you’re looking for grant opportunities\, curious about the grant process\, or just want to connect with fellow Friends groups\, we’d love to see you there! \nParking: When turning into the parking lot\, turn left to go around the parking circle. Park on the far left side of the lot (when looking at the building) and enter near the community garden. URL:https://parkpride.org/event/second-friday-walk-in-the-park-june-2025/ LOCATION:Brookhaven Park\, 4158 Peachtree Rd NE\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30319\, United States CATEGORIES:General,Grants ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://parkpride.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/TheGardenBrookhaven.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250509T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250509T100000 DTSTAMP:20260613T172900 CREATED:20250320T171836Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T151946Z UID:12806-1746781200-1746784800@parkpride.org SUMMARY:Second Friday Walk in the Park - Perkerson Park DESCRIPTION:Use the form below to let us know you’re coming! \n\n \n FacebookThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n Which walk are you attending?(Required)Friday\, June 12 - Hairston ParkFriday\, July 10 - John Howell Park\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nDisc golf enthusiasts – If Perkerson Park isn’t already on your radar\, it should be! \nJoin us on Friday\, May 9 at 9 a.m. for a one-hour walk around Perkerson Park! Perkerson is a 50-acre park in the Capitol View and Sylvan Hills neighborhoods with many amenities\, including a disc golf course\, six tennis courts\, basketball half-court\, splash pads\, an elaborate playground and recreational fields – all under the shady canopy of huge oak trees. \nLed by the Friends of Perkerson Park\, we’ll explore the park\, check out the disc golf course\, learn about its history\, and more! We look forward to seeing you there! \nParking: There is a parking lot available near the playground and the recreation center. Street parking is also available near the tennis court on Beatie Ave SW. URL:https://parkpride.org/event/second-friday-walk-in-the-park-may-2025/ LOCATION:Perkerson Park\, 770 Deckner Ave SW\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30310\, United States CATEGORIES:General ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://parkpride.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/PerkersonPark1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250503T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250503T090000 DTSTAMP:20260613T172900 CREATED:20250424T180937Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250424T180937Z UID:12866-1746259200-1746262800@parkpride.org SUMMARY:Yoga\, Stretch & Fitness in Biffle Park DESCRIPTION:Let’s get zen with the Friends of Biffle Park! Join the Friends group for a 20-minute gentle standing yoga sequence followed by a 30-minute stretch and stroll. Yoga and Wellness Instructor Taylor will lead the session. Meet at the Gazebo in Biffle Park\, and bring a water bottle! URL:https://parkpride.org/event/yoga-stretch-fitness-in-biffle-park/ LOCATION:Biffle Park\, 5221 Biffle Road\, Stone Mountain\, 30088\, United States CATEGORIES:General ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://parkpride.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/pexels-rdne-8173554-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T120000 DTSTAMP:20260613T172900 CREATED:20250320T194052Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250320T194052Z UID:12816-1745658000-1745668800@parkpride.org SUMMARY:Live Thrive CHaRM Annual Kids Day Event DESCRIPTION:♻️ Join Park Pride at Live Thrive’s Kids Day at CHaRM DeKalb on Saturday\, April 26 from 9 am – 12 pm! This free\, family-friendly event is packed with fun\, hands-on activities that inspire kids to care for the planet. \nThe Park Pride team is excited to be part of this special day\, helping kids across Metro ATL discover the power of recycling\, reusing and protecting the environment through engaging experiences! \nClick here for more information and to register for free! URL:https://parkpride.org/event/live-thrive-charm-annual-kids-day-event/ LOCATION:CHaRM DeKalb\, 1221 Columbia Drive\, Decatur\, 30032 CATEGORIES:General,Community ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://parkpride.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/CHaRM-LiveThrive-Kids-Day-Event-scaled.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250425T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250425T100000 DTSTAMP:20260613T172900 CREATED:20250207T152936Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250304T194426Z UID:12720-1745571600-1745575200@parkpride.org SUMMARY:Walk in the Park + City Nature Challenge DESCRIPTION:*Our Walk in the Park will not be held on the second Friday this month. April’s second Friday coincides with the Atlanta Public Schools’ Spring Break\, so we rescheduled to April 25 to accommodate that break. We’ll see you on the second Friday next month! \nPlease fill out the form below to let us know you’re coming. \n\n \n NameThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n Which walk are you attending?(Required)Friday\, June 12 - Hairston ParkFriday\, July 10 - John Howell Park\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nJoin us for a special edition of our monthly Walk in the Park! Together\, we’ll kick off the 2025 City Nature Challenge! This is the world’s largest community science competition\, where cities across the globe compete to engage the most people in discovering and documenting local wildlife. Learn how to use the iNaturalist app to log and share your observations while exploring Candler Park with a tour from the Candler Park Conservancy. \nNote: Free parking is available in the parking lot by the pool and grass field. Parts of the path is paved\, other sections are natural surfaces. \n  URL:https://parkpride.org/event/walk-in-the-park-city-nature-challenge/ LOCATION:Candler Park\, 1500 McLendon Ave NE\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30307\, United States CATEGORIES:General ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://parkpride.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/SECOND-FRIDAY-WALK-IN-THE-PARK-33.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250314T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250314T100000 DTSTAMP:20260613T172900 CREATED:20250203T191359Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250304T194308Z UID:12713-1741942800-1741946400@parkpride.org SUMMARY:Second Friday Walk in the Park at Constitution Lakes DESCRIPTION:Use the form below to let us know you’re coming! \n\n \n URLThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n Which walk are you attending?(Required)Friday\, June 12 - Hairston ParkFriday\, July 10 - John Howell Park\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nExplore Atlanta’s hidden gems with Park Pride! \nJoin us on Friday\, March 14 at 9 a.m. to explore the beauty of Constitution Lakes Park. The tour will be led by the Friends of Constitution Lakes and Park Naturalist Tasha Messer\, and guests will hear stories about the park’s history and wildlife\, leading to a deeper\, more holistic understanding and appreciation of the park. \nThis 267-acre DeKalb County park was once the site of a brickyard\, the lakes were created when water filled the clay excavation pits. The production of bricks ceased 50 years ago and nature has since restored the space to a wetland habitat capable of sustaining birds\, fish\, wildlife\, and a wide range of plant species. \nNOTE: Free parking is available in the parking lot. There is a paved trail and boardwalk from the parking lot to the lake. Other sections are natural surface or boardwalk. URL:https://parkpride.org/event/second-friday-walk-in-the-park-march-2025/ LOCATION:Constitution Lakes Park\, 1305 S River Industrial Blvd SE\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30315\, United States CATEGORIES:General ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://parkpride.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/Different-Parks_Constitution-Lakes-Park.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250222T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250222T153000 DTSTAMP:20260613T172900 CREATED:20241219T213157Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250207T142355Z UID:12622-1740232800-1740238200@parkpride.org SUMMARY:Field Trip: Champion Trees Tour DESCRIPTION:Calling all tree enthusiasts! 🌳💚 \nIn honor of 2025 Georgia Arbor Week\, Park Pride and Trees Atlanta are co-hosting a Tour of Champion Trees at Herbert Taylor Park! Some of the trees in this park are a whopping 150-180 years old! This public park is a member of the Old-Growth Forest Network and is home to several of Atlanta’s Champion Trees. \nThis tour will be led by Park Pride’s Director of Education Eli Dickerson\, Park Ambassador & Friends of Herbert Taylor Park’s Greta Hutto\, and Trees Atlanta’s Docent Priya Sarathy. We’ll look for the champion trees amongst the remnants of this incredible old-growth hickory beach forest\, learn more about the Champion Tree Program\, and explore opportunities to connect with groups that can help protect Atlanta’s champion trees and canopy. \nClick here for additional info and to register. \nNOTE: We’ll meet by the kiosk in the park. Street parking is available. If you have any questions\, please email education@treesatlanta.org. URL:https://parkpride.org/event/field-trip-champion-trees-tour/ LOCATION:Herbert Taylor Park\, 1795 Johnson Rd NE\, Atlanta\, 30306\, United States CATEGORIES:General,Community ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://parkpride.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/IMG_2170-1-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250214T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250214T100000 DTSTAMP:20260613T172900 CREATED:20250123T184334Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250207T142809Z UID:12687-1739523600-1739527200@parkpride.org SUMMARY:Second Friday Walk in the Park at Ashford Forest Preserve DESCRIPTION:Please use the form below to let us know that you’re coming! \n\n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nJoin us for an engaging tour of the beautiful Ashford Forest Preserve with the North DeKalb Greenspace Alliance! This is a 30-acre greenspace featuring old-growth forest\, meadows\, springs\, and wetlands. \nExplore its rich history\, from farmland and a WWI-era cavalry paddock to a beloved natural preserve\, thanks to decades of community advocacy. Stroll along serene trails\, take in the beauty of this undisturbed landscape\, and discover its importance in watershed management and outdoor recreation. \nThis is a Valentine’s Day walk so let’s show the Ashford Forest Preserve some love! 💕 \nNOTE: Free parking is available in the gravel lot adjacent to the Preserve. We will walk along a natural path with a slight elevation. The trail is not accessible for wheelchairs or walkers. URL:https://parkpride.org/event/second-friday-walk-in-the-park-feb-2025/ LOCATION:Ashford Forest Preserve\, 3890 Clairmont Rd\,\, Chamblee\, GA\, 30341\, United States CATEGORIES:General ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/heic:https://parkpride.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/20231208_144058358_iOS-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250110T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250110T100000 DTSTAMP:20260613T172900 CREATED:20241216T153254Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250108T152235Z UID:12611-1736499600-1736503200@parkpride.org SUMMARY:Second Friday Walk in the Park DESCRIPTION:Due to the severe weather anticipated for Friday\, this event has been cancelled. Stay tuned for details on next month’s walk! \nWhat better way to start the new year than with a walk in the park? Join us on Friday\, Jan. 10 at 9 a.m. for a stroll around Candler Park! Led by the Candler Park Conservancy\, we’ll check out the new playground (supported in part by a Park Pride grant) and take a walk along the natural surface path through the mature hardwood forest. \nBring your coffee and your walking shoes! Looking forward to ringing in the new year with you all! \nNOTE: We’ll meet in the parking lot adjacent to the pool. The walk is stroller and dog-friendly. URL:https://parkpride.org/event/second-friday-walk-in-the-park-january/ LOCATION:GA CATEGORIES:General ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://parkpride.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/SECOND-FRIDAY-WALK-IN-THE-PARK-29.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241108T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241108T100000 DTSTAMP:20260613T172900 CREATED:20241028T152849Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241122T194333Z UID:12386-1731056400-1731060000@parkpride.org SUMMARY:Second Friday Walk in the Park DESCRIPTION:Have you explored the new Northwoods Trail at Chastain Park? Come adventure with us! On Friday\, November 8 at 9 a.m.\, we’ll take a one-hour walk through the Northwoods Trail.  \nEarlier this year\, the Chastain Park Conservancy debuted the new trail network that winds through the woods and connects to historic pavilions and grills. The park has many recreational offerings\, but the Conservancy saw a need for free\, passive opportunities and walking trails – and the Northwoods Trail offers just that! Park Pride is proud to have awarded a grant that helped bring this project to fruition. \nClick here to check out historical photos of the space. \nNOTE: We’ll meet at 24 Chastain Memorial Parkway. Please park in the large gravel parking lot just next to the large grassy area. If you need help\, please call/text Vanessa at (404) 793-8590. URL:https://parkpride.org/event/second-friday-walk-in-the-park/ LOCATION:Chastain Park\, 24 Chastain Memorial Parkway\, Atlanta\, United States CATEGORIES:General ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://parkpride.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/ChastainParkNorthwoods-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241012T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241012T090000 DTSTAMP:20260613T172900 CREATED:20241002T151039Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241122T194344Z UID:12307-1728720000-1728723600@parkpride.org SUMMARY:Walk in Biffle Park DESCRIPTION:The Friends of Biffle Park invite you to a walk in the park! This is a great opportunity to meet neighbors and enjoy the outdoors. Everyone is welcome! \nThe group will meet by the gazebo to warm up\, and will then take a one-hour walk through the park and neighborhood. We look forward to seeing you there! URL:https://parkpride.org/event/walk-in-biffle-park-2/ LOCATION:Biffle Park\, 5221 Biffle Road\, Stone Mountain\, 30088\, United States CATEGORIES:General ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://parkpride.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/biffle-park.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241011T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241011T100000 DTSTAMP:20260613T172900 CREATED:20240927T165954Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241122T194345Z UID:12292-1728637200-1728640800@parkpride.org SUMMARY:Second Friday Walk in the Park DESCRIPTION:Have you ever explored Lang-Carson Park\, a four-acre park nestled in the heart of the Reynoldstown neighborhood? If not\, it’s time to change that! \nJoin us on Friday\, October 11 at 9 a.m. for a one-hour walk at the park! Lang-Carson features a playground\, basketball courts and an open greenspace\, with more amenities on the way thanks to a 2024 grant from Park Pride. We will also be joined by a special guest\, District 5 Councilmember Liliana Bakhtiari. \nThe Friends of Lang-Carson group is a great example of the impact of our Friends groups – having undergone the Park Visioning process\, receiving several rounds of grants for capital improvements and hosting many community events. Lang-Carson has truly become a town square for Reynoldstown. When we talk about the power of parks\, this is what we mean! \nBring your coffee and your walking shoes. We look forward to seeing you there! \nNOTE: Parking is available in the lot by the Recreation Center\, along with nearby street parking. URL:https://parkpride.org/event/second-friday-walk-in-the-park-october/ LOCATION:Lang-Carson Park\, 100 Flat Shoals Ave SE\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30316\, United States CATEGORIES:General ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://parkpride.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Lang-Carson-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240913T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240913T100000 DTSTAMP:20260613T172900 CREATED:20240820T193925Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241122T194706Z UID:12178-1726218000-1726221600@parkpride.org SUMMARY:Second Friday Walk in the Park DESCRIPTION:This event has been cancelled due to forecasted inclement weather. Keep an eye out for details about next month’s Second Friday Walk in the Park! \nFeeling like a walk in the park? We have just the thing! \nJoin us on Friday\, September 13 at 9 a.m. at Flat Shoals Park for our Second Friday Walk in the Park! The 21-acre park features tennis and pickleball courts\, a playground\, exercise equipment\, a pavilion\, a short walking trail and a Free Little Library. \nCome explore with us! No registration\, no fee — just show up. We’ll see you then! \nNOTE: Parking is available in the lot behind the Community Achievement Center. URL:https://parkpride.org/event/september-second-friday-walk-in-the-park/ LOCATION:Flat Shoals Park\, 4522 Flat Shoals Parkway\, Decatur\, GA\, 30034\, United States CATEGORIES:General ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://parkpride.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Image-44-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240815T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240815T190000 DTSTAMP:20260613T172900 CREATED:20240807T151834Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241122T194709Z UID:12158-1723744800-1723748400@parkpride.org SUMMARY:DeKalb Trail & Greenway Master Plan Open House DESCRIPTION:On Thursday\, August 15 at 6pm\, join the Virtual Open House to present DeKalb County’s Trail & Greenway Master Plan. You will learn about the vision for the future of the County’s trail network. The team will discuss preliminary plan outcomes and recommendations as well as community and stakeholder input collected to date. \nThis meeting will take place over Zoom. Click here to register. URL:https://parkpride.org/event/dekalb-trail-greenway-master-plan-open-house/ LOCATION:GA CATEGORIES:General ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://parkpride.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Screenshot-2024-08-07-111636.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240712T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240712T100000 DTSTAMP:20260613T172900 CREATED:20240618T183158Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241122T194714Z UID:12045-1720774800-1720778400@parkpride.org SUMMARY:Second Friday Walk in the Park DESCRIPTION:If you live in Atlanta\, you’ve likely spent a lot of time on Ponce De Leon Ave. But have you ever explored the parks that weave alongside the bustling road? Join us for our Second Friday Walk in the Park to do just that! \nOn Friday\, July 12 at 9 a.m.\, join us for a one-hour walk at DeKalb County’s Deepdene Park\, the easternmost segment of the six-part Olmsted Linear Park. The 22-acre woodland features several walking trails that wind through remnants of old growth forest and near stream corridors. Designed in 1893\, the park was named “Deepdene” for its steep slopes toward a tributary of Peavine Creek. \nCome explore with us! Bring your coffee and your walking shoes. \nNOTE: We will meet at the trailhead closest to 2076 N Ponce De Leon Ave NE. Street parking is available\, please be mindful to not block any driveways. The walk will be less than 1 mile covering mostly gravel and dirt paths. URL:https://parkpride.org/event/july-second-friday-walk-in-the-park/ LOCATION:Deepdene Park\, 2199 N. Ponce De Leon Avenue Northeast\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30307\, United States CATEGORIES:General,Community ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://parkpride.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/2019_03_01_S.ATL_999_5-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240514T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240514T193000 DTSTAMP:20260613T172900 CREATED:20240506T145354Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241122T194725Z UID:11966-1715709600-1715715000@parkpride.org SUMMARY:DeKalb RPCA Citizens Advisory Board Meeting DESCRIPTION:DeKalb Co. RPCA Citizens Advisory Board is an 11 member advisory body appointed by the Chief Executive Officer\, Board of Commissioners\, Board of Education\, DeKalb Municipal Association and legislative delegation. \nThe board provides general direction and advice on the types of activities and facilities and assists the RPCA in their efforts. All meetings are open to the public. \nClick here for more information. URL:https://parkpride.org/event/dekalb-rpca-citizens-advisory-board-meeting/ LOCATION:East Central DeKalb Community Senior Center\, 4885 Elam Rd\, Stone Mountain\, GA\, 30083\, United States CATEGORIES:General,Community ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://parkpride.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/DK-county-logo-Copy.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240427T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240427T120000 DTSTAMP:20260613T172900 CREATED:20240416T163137Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241122T195039Z UID:11932-1714212000-1714219200@parkpride.org SUMMARY:Park Pride's City Nature Challenge BioBlitz DESCRIPTION:Calling all nature lovers! Join us on Saturday\, April 27 at Constitution Lakes as we conduct a bioblitz for this year’s City Nature Challenge. For two hours\, we will explore Constitution Lakes and volunteers will help contribute data on the organisms that live in this special greenspace. We will meet in the parking lot. \nThis is part of a larger international effort\, organized locally by the Fernbank Museum with Park Pride as a partner\, to photograph and record animals and plants throughout Atlanta and the metro area. From April 26 to 29\, residents are invited to snap a photo of any plant\, animal or fungi found in our city and upload them into the iNaturalist app.  \nClick here to sign up! URL:https://parkpride.org/event/park-prides-city-nature-challenge-bioblitz/ LOCATION:Constitution Lakes Park\, 1305 S River Industrial Blvd SE\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30315\, United States CATEGORIES:General ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://parkpride.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/City-Nature-Challenge-is-organized-by.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230531T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230531T233000 DTSTAMP:20260613T172900 CREATED:20230501T142500Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241122T202424Z UID:10954-1685520000-1685575800@parkpride.org SUMMARY:Park Stewardship Application Deadline DESCRIPTION: URL:https://parkpride.org/event/park-stewardship-application-deadline/ LOCATION:GA\, United States CATEGORIES:General,Friends of the Park,Community END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230507T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230507T160000 DTSTAMP:20260613T172900 CREATED:20230420T130051Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241122T202430Z UID:10930-1683466200-1683475200@parkpride.org SUMMARY:Brookhaven's 5th Annual Pedal the Parks DESCRIPTION: URL:https://parkpride.org/event/brookhavens-5th-annual-pedal-the-parks/ LOCATION:GA\, United States CATEGORIES:General,Community END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230429T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230429T120000 DTSTAMP:20260613T172900 CREATED:20230411T153512Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241122T202433Z UID:10913-1682762400-1682769600@parkpride.org SUMMARY:City Nature Challenge BioBlitz at Chosewood Park DESCRIPTION:This is a family friendly event from 10am to noon on Saturday\, April 29th\, 2023. \nPark Pride will lead park visitors on an urban park adventure documenting plants\, fungi\, and animals in the iNaturalist smartphone app as part of the City Nature Challenge (April 28 – May 1)! We can finally put Chosewood on the map! \nMeet at park parking lot. There is plenty of street parking in the neighborhood. \nThis is a FREE event open to all ages no experience needed. \nThe goal of City Nature Challenge is for each participating city (Atlanta is one of 500+ cities worldwide!) to get citizens outside and photo documenting as many wild organisms (plants/animals/fungi) as possible during the designated 4-day Challenge. The data collected has the power to help us learn more about our parks and greenspaces. Anyone can participate\, from novices to experts! \nPlease sign up through the link below to let us know you’re coming and so that we can communicate any changes that may arise. \nSign Up\n — Registration is closed \n  \n\nSponsored by\n  URL:https://parkpride.org/event/city-nature-challenge-bioblitz-at-chosewood-park/ LOCATION:Chosewood Park\, 397 Nolan St SE\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30305\, United States CATEGORIES:General,Friends of the Park,Community END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230428T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230501T170000 DTSTAMP:20260613T172900 CREATED:20230420T200524Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241122T202434Z UID:10939-1682668800-1682960400@parkpride.org SUMMARY:City Nature Challenge DESCRIPTION: URL:https://parkpride.org/event/city-nature-challenge/ LOCATION:GA\, United States CATEGORIES:General,Community END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230426T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230426T130000 DTSTAMP:20260613T172900 CREATED:20230411T132741Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241122T202436Z UID:10908-1682510400-1682514000@parkpride.org SUMMARY:City Nature Challenge Virtual Lunch & Learn DESCRIPTION:Join Park Pride’s Director of Education\, Eli Dickerson\, for an informal webinar on Wednesday\, April 26th from 12:00-12:45pm. \nParticipants will learn how to participate in the annual City Nature Challenge which will take place April 28th- May 1st\, 2023 (led locally by Fernbank Museum). The webinar will introduce folks to the free iNaturalist smartphone app and show the basics of how to make observations utilizing the app. \nThis is a FREE entry level training open to all ages. \nThe goal of City Nature Challenge is for each participating city (Atlanta is one of 500+ cities worldwide!) to get citizens outside and photodocumenting as many wild organisms (plants/animals/fungi) as possible during the designated 4-day Challenge. The data collected has the power to help us learn more about our parks and greenspaces. Anyone can participate\, from novices to experts! \nPlease join the webinar to learn more about how you can be a citizen scientist and document your local park during City Nature Challenge. \nSign Up\nPlease click the link below to register for this free event through Zoom. \nSign Up \n  \n  \n\nSponsored by URL:https://parkpride.org/event/city-nature-challenge-virtual-lunch-learn/ LOCATION:GA CATEGORIES:General,Workshops,Friends of the Park,Community END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230318T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230318T150000 DTSTAMP:20260613T172900 CREATED:20230222T135346Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241122T203125Z UID:10810-1679144400-1679151600@parkpride.org SUMMARY:Standing Peachtree “Pakanahuili” Forgotten History Event DESCRIPTION: URL:https://parkpride.org/event/standing-peachtree-pakanahuili-forgotten-history-event/ LOCATION:Standing Peachtree Greenspace\, 2630 Ridgewood Rd NW\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30327\, United States CATEGORIES:General,Friends of the Park,Tour,Community END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230311T084500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230311T130000 DTSTAMP:20260613T172900 CREATED:20230303T160600Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241122T203128Z UID:10822-1678524300-1678539600@parkpride.org SUMMARY:50th Conservation Project in Bolton DESCRIPTION: URL:https://parkpride.org/event/50th-conservation-project-in-bolton/ LOCATION:GA\, United States CATEGORIES:General,Volunteer,Community END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR