Piedmont Park Comprehensive Plan: Friends of the Park Engagement Session
VirtualThe Piedmont Park Conservancy is currently undergoing its first Comprehensive Plan in 25 years, and we would like to invite you to share your input! On Thursday, Oct. 17 from 6 – 7 p.m., the Conservancy and Park Pride are hosting a virtual input session that’s exclusively offered to our Friends of the Park members. … Continue Reading →
Greener Good Volunteer Day
Empire Park 245 Oak Dr SE, Atlanta, United StatesLet’s get sweaty for a good cause! Join us on Saturday, October 19 from 9 am – 12 pm for our Greener Good Volunteer Day at Empire Park, hosted by Delta Air Lines. Delta Air Lines is a proud supporter of Park Pride's Volunteer Program and, together, we'll uplift one of Atlanta's cherished greenspaces. Volunteers … Continue Reading →
Meet Your DeKalb Park Naturalist Tour Series: Part 1
E.M.B.A.R.C. Community Youth Farm 1185 Rock Chapel Rd, Lithonia, United StatesJoin Park Pride and DeKalb RPCA for a special tour series designed for Friends of the Park group members. Connect with your local DeKalb Park Naturalist and explore three of the county's most unique greenspaces! As a member, you’ll gain valuable insights into the role of Park Naturalists and how they can support your park … Continue Reading →
John Evans Legacy Park Ceremony
John Evans Legacy Park/Shoal Creek Park III 3075 McAfee Road, Decatur, United StatesJoin the Toney Valley community and Friends of John Evans Legacy Park group for their upcoming ribbon cutting ceremony for the park, formerly named Shoal Creek Park III! Click here to RSVP.
Movies In Bouldercrest Park: Halloween Edition
Bouldercrest Park 4184 Bouldercrest Park Road, Ellenwood, GA, United StatesYou're invited to a spooktacular evening at the Friends of Bouldercrest Park's Halloween Movie Night! This family-friendly event is perfect for all ages, offering a night of fun under the stars. Enjoy community connections, popcorn, hot chocolate and a classic Halloween movie that will bring everyone together. Don't miss out on this enchanting night filled … Continue Reading →
2024 Fall Festival at LaVista Park
LaVista Park 1319 Brook Forest Dr NE, Atlanta, United StatesYou're invited to LaVista Park's Fall Festival! This is a family-oriented event with a grill, live performances, games, a Halloween costume contest and more. Come out and join the fun! NOTE: The festival will be held in the 1200 Block of Wild Creek Trail, Brookhaven, alongside LaVista Park.
Greener Good Volunteer Day
Maddox Park 1115 Donald Lee Hollowell, Atlanta, GA, United StatesFall is a season of service! Join us on Saturday, November 2 from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. for a volunteer project at Maddox Park! Volunteers will work with the Friends of Maddox Park on cleanup and beautification projects. This event is fun, dirty and outdoors. Come ready to get sweaty! Click here to sign up.
Second Friday Walk in the Park
Chastain Park 24 Chastain Memorial Parkway, Atlanta, United StatesHave 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. Earlier 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 … Continue Reading →
Effectively Engaging Elected Officials for Parks Improvement
This Park Stewardship Academy session is open to Friends of the Park members until we reach capacity! In this virtual session, we’ll learn the importance of a strong collaboration between elected officials and the community when striving to improve local parks and recreation facilities. Through this session, we aim to bridge the gap between policymakers … Continue Reading →
Meet Your DeKalb Park Naturalist: Davidson-Arabia Mountain Nature Preserve
3787 Klondike Road 3787 Klondike Road, Stonecrest, GeorgiaJoin Park Pride and DeKalb RPCA for the second tour in a new series created specifically for Friends of the Park members! This 3-part series gives Friends groups the chance to connect with local Park Naturalists and explore some of DeKalb County’s most unique greenspaces. You’ll learn about the vital role Park Naturalists play and … Continue Reading →