BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Park Pride - ECPv6.15.17//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: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:20241026T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241026T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T214638 CREATED:20241024T143326Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241122T194338Z UID:12369-1729940400-1729940400@parkpride.org SUMMARY:John Evans Legacy Park Ceremony DESCRIPTION:Join 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. URL:https://parkpride.org/event/john-evans-legacy-park-ceremony/ LOCATION:John Evans Legacy Park\, 3075 McAfee Road\, Decatur\, 30032\, United States CATEGORIES:Community ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://parkpride.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/SCP3-playground.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241026T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241026T210000 DTSTAMP:20260403T214638 CREATED:20241024T144125Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241122T194336Z UID:12371-1729969200-1729976400@parkpride.org SUMMARY:Movies In Bouldercrest Park: Halloween Edition DESCRIPTION:You’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 with laughter and fright! \nShowtime is at 7 p.m. Be sure to bring your own chairs! URL:https://parkpride.org/event/movies-in-bouldercrest-park-halloween-edition/ LOCATION:Bouldercrest Park\, 4184 Bouldercrest Park Road\, Ellenwood\, GA\, 30294\, United States CATEGORIES:Community ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://parkpride.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/BouldercrestParkHalloween.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241027T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241027T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T214638 CREATED:20241011T190208Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241122T194335Z UID:12321-1730030400-1730044800@parkpride.org SUMMARY:2024 Fall Festival at LaVista Park DESCRIPTION:You’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! \nNOTE: The festival will be held in the 1200 Block of Wild Creek Trail\, Brookhaven\, alongside LaVista Park. URL:https://parkpride.org/event/2024-fall-festival-at-lavista-park/ LOCATION:LaVista Park\, 1319 Brook Forest Dr NE\, Atlanta\, 30324\, United States CATEGORIES:Community ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://parkpride.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/fall-festival-art.-LaVista-Park-2024.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241102T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241102T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T214638 CREATED:20241022T201742Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241122T194334Z UID:12359-1730538000-1730548800@parkpride.org SUMMARY:Greener Good Volunteer Day DESCRIPTION:Fall 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. \nThis event is fun\, dirty and outdoors. Come ready to get sweaty! Click here to sign up. URL:https://parkpride.org/event/fall-greener-good-volunteer-day/ LOCATION:Maddox Park\, 1115 Donald Lee Hollowell\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30318\, United States CATEGORIES:Volunteer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://parkpride.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Photo2-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241108T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241108T100000 DTSTAMP:20260403T214638 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:20241113T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T193000 DTSTAMP:20260403T214638 CREATED:20241011T174241Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241122T194331Z UID:12285-1731520800-1731526200@parkpride.org SUMMARY:Effectively Engaging Elected Officials for Parks Improvement DESCRIPTION:This Park Stewardship Academy session is open to Friends of the Park members until we reach capacity! \nIn 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 and the public by creating a platform for conversation\, sharing best practices and identifying opportunities for improvement. \nThis is a unique opportunity for Friends of the Park members to have a candid discussion with two passionate elected leaders who champion local parks and greenspaces. Use the form below to register. URL:https://parkpride.org/event/effectively-engaging-elected-officials-for-parks-improvement/ CATEGORIES:Friends of the Park ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://parkpride.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/HFWP_Park-Meeting_7.22.2016.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241115T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241115T103000 DTSTAMP:20260403T214638 CREATED:20241024T155930Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241122T194330Z UID:12374-1731661200-1731666600@parkpride.org SUMMARY:Meet Your DeKalb Park Naturalist: Davidson-Arabia Mountain Nature Preserve DESCRIPTION:Join 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 how building partnerships can help care for and activate your park. \nWe’ll catch up with DAMNP Rangers Shaundon Moore and Robby Astrove at the Nature Center for a guided walk and fireside chat on park projects\, partnerships and more. (Click here to check out other events hosted by the Arabia Mountain Rangers!) \nWhether you’re new to park advocacy or a seasoned park steward\, this is a fantastic opportunity to deepen your connection to nature\, meet fellow Friends group members\, and gain insight into this beautiful DeKalb County park directly from the Naturalists themselves. Use the form below to register. \n\n\n \n Register for the sessionName(Required)\n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n What's the name of your Friends of the Park group?(Required)Adair Park TodayAdams Park FoundationAtlanta Memorial Park ConservancyCandler Park ConservancyCapitol View Manor Neighborhood AssociationCascade Springs Nature ConservancyEast Lake Neighbors Community AssociationFriend of an Urban Farm in OrmewoodFriends of Anderson ParkFriends Of Ashford ForestFriends of Atlanta Urban Food Forest at BrownsmillFriends of Atlanta Waterworks ParkFriends of Avondale Dunaire ParkFriends of Bagley ParkFriends Of Barker Bryant ParkFriends of Beaverbrook ParkFriends of Benteen ParkFriends of Biffle ParkFriends of Blackburn ParkFriends of Blue Heron Nature PreserveFriends of Bolton ParksFriends of Briarlake Forest ParkFriends of Brownwood ParkFriends of Cedar ParkFriends of Center Hill ParkFriends of Channing Valley ParkFriends of Chattahoochee ParkFriends of Chosewood ParkFriends of Columbia ForestFriends of Constitution Lakes ParkFriends of Dean Rusk ParkFriends of Dearborn ParkFriends of DeKalb Memorial ParkFriends of Duck PondFriends of Falling Water ParkFriends of Flat Shoals ParkFriends of Fork Creek Mountain ParkFriends of Frazier-Rowe ParkFriends of Glen Emerald ParkFriends of Grove ParkFriends of Hairston ParkFriends of Herbert Taylor Park and Daniel Johnson ParkFriends of Ira B. Melton ParkFriends of Iverson ParkFriends of Jennie Drake ParkFriends of June MundyFriends of Kittredge ParkFriends of Knight ParkFriends of Lake Claire ParkFriends of Lang-Carson ParkFriends of LaVista ParkFriends of Lindsay Street Park And Kathryn Johnston Memorial ParkFriends of Lionel Hampton Beecher ParkFriends of Lithonia ParkFriends of Lynwood ParkFriends of Maddox Park SustainabilityFriends of Mary Scott Nature ParkFriends Of Mason Mill ParkFriends of Mattie Freeland ParkFriends of Mechanicsville Community ParksFriends of Medlock ParkFriends of Michelle Obama ParkFriends of Morrison FarmsFriends of Mozley ParkFriends of Needham ParkFriends of NH Scott Park (Formerly Mark Trail)Friends of Noble ParkFriends of Orme ParkFriends of Parkwood ParkFriends of Pea Ridge ParkFriends of Peachtree Hills ParkFriends of Peavine TrailFriends of Pendergrast ParkFriends of Peoplestown ParksFriends of Perkerson ParkFriends of Pittman ParkFriends of Pleasantdale ParkFriends of Rev James Orange ParkFriends of Rowland ParkFriends of Sara J. González ParkFriends of Shoal Creek I ParkFriends of Shoal Creek II ParkFriends of Shoal Creek III ParkFriends of Sidney Marcus ParkFriends of Spink-Collins ParkFriends of Springbrook ParkFriends of Springlake ParksFriends of Springvale ParkFriends Of Sugar Creek ParkFriends of Summerhill ParksFriends of Sunken Garden and Lenox-Wildwood ParksFriends of Tanyard Creek ParkFriends of Thomson ParkFriends of Vermont ParkFriends of Wade Walker ParkFriends of Walker ParkFriends of Washington Park - DecaturFriends of Westside ParkFriends of Whittier Mill ParkFriends of Zonolite ParkGrant Park ConservancyHistoric Fourth Ward Park ConservancyHIstoric Hunter Hills Neighborhood AssociationHistoric Oakland FoundationHome Park ParksLittle 5 Points AllianceLittle Creek Farm ConservancyLive Thrive\, IncMurphey Candler Park ConservancyNPU-I Parks\, Trees and GreenspaceO4W Freedom Barkway Dog ParkOlmsted Linear Park AlliancePeachtree Battle AlliancePeachtree Hills Community Garden GroupPiedmont Park ConservancyRock Creek Watershed AllianceScottdale Avondale Community GroupSouthside Concerned Citizens of Atlanta Community AssociationTapestry Homeowners Association IncThe Alliance for the Activation of Cook ParkThe Concerned Neighbors AssociationThe Conservancy at Historic Washington ParkThe Garden at Brookhaven ParkVirginia-Highland Civic AssociationWest Atlanta Watershed AllianceWhat topics are you interested in learning more about? URL:https://parkpride.org/event/meet-your-dekalb-park-naturalist-davidson-arabia-mountain-nature-preserve/ LOCATION:3787 Klondike Road\, 3787 Klondike Road\, Stonecrest\, Georgia\, 30038 CATEGORIES:Friends of the Park ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://parkpride.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/Conference_Ranger-Robby-leads-hike-of-Arabia-Mountain_Conference-2016.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241123T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241123T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T214638 CREATED:20241111T145746Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241122T194329Z UID:12438-1732352400-1732363200@parkpride.org SUMMARY:Friends of Rutledge Park Cleanup Day DESCRIPTION:Join the Friends of Rutledge Park for a fun day of park stewardship! Volunteers will clean up and remove invasive species from the park. \nPlease wear comfortable clothes and bring gloves and a water bottle. Your friends and family are invited too! Email questions or RSVP to Aaron and the Friends group at amlevine92@gmail.com. URL:https://parkpride.org/event/friends-of-rutledge-park-cleanup-day/ LOCATION:Rutledge Park\, 1812 Ridgewood Dr NE\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30307\, United States CATEGORIES:Volunteer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://parkpride.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/come-join-your-neighbors-to-remove-invasive-species-from-rutledge-park-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241207T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241207T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T214638 CREATED:20241111T203053Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241122T200547Z UID:12463-1733565600-1733572800@parkpride.org SUMMARY:2024 Big Park Meeting DESCRIPTION:Friends of the Park members – You’re invited! \nThe Big Park Meeting is an annual celebration of our fantastic Friends groups and their contributions to parks across Atlanta. Park Pride staff\, partners and community members will come together in appreciation to socialize\, network\, reflect on the past year and look ahead to the new year. We’ll also honor the 2024 Park Stewardship Academy cohort with a graduation ceremony! Please use the form below to register. \nNOTE: The parking address is 815 Williams Street NW\, Atlanta\, GA 30308. Park in any non-labeled space. Please refer to the map below for MARTA and rideshare information. \n \nSorry. This form is no longer available. \n  \n  URL:https://parkpride.org/event/2024-big-park-meeting/ LOCATION:Georgia Tech’s Centergy One Building\, 75 Fifth Street NW\, Atlanta\, 30308\, United States CATEGORIES:Friends of the Park ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://parkpride.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/big-park-meeting-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241213T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241213T100000 DTSTAMP:20260403T214638 CREATED:20241024T161256Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241122T194325Z UID:12376-1734080400-1734084000@parkpride.org SUMMARY:Second Friday Walk in the Park + Meet Your Park Naturalist DESCRIPTION:This Second Friday Walk in the Park is extra special! Join us for our Second Friday Walk in the Park which\, this month\, is paired with the Meet Your Park Naturalist event series! Everyone is welcome\, whether or not you’re part of a Friends group! \nIn this third and final part of a monthly guided tour series\, we’ll learn about park programming\, trail maintenance\, native plants\, and so much more—all while strengthening the partnership between Friends groups and the Parks and Recreation departments. Whether you’re new to park advocacy or a seasoned volunteer\, this series offers a wonderful opportunity to deepen your connection to nature and your community. \nWe look forward to seeing you there! Bring your coffee and your walking shoes. \nNOTE: Park in the parking lot near the tennis center and intersection of McConnell Drive and Mason Mill Road. URL:https://parkpride.org/event/second-friday-walk-in-the-park-meet-your-park-naturalist/ LOCATION:Mason Mill Park\, 1400 McConnell Dr.\, Decatur\, GA\, 30033\, United States CATEGORIES:Friends of the Park,Community ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://parkpride.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/SecondFridayWalk-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250110T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250110T100000 DTSTAMP:20260403T214638 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/ 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:20250120T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250120T123000 DTSTAMP:20260403T214638 CREATED:20250108T175157Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250108T175157Z UID:12646-1737367200-1737376200@parkpride.org SUMMARY:MLK Day of Service at Westside Park DESCRIPTION:Help preserve the beauty of Westside Park! You’re invited to join this MLK Day Service Project to help collect litter throughout the park. Let’s help Westside Park’s ecosystem thrive! \nClick here to sign up. URL:https://parkpride.org/event/mlk-day-of-service-at-westside-park/ LOCATION:Shirley Clarke Franklin Park\, 1660 Johnson Rd NW\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30318\, United States CATEGORIES:Volunteer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://parkpride.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/IMG_20170304_103734-1-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250120T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250120T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T214638 CREATED:20241212T191405Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250117T205620Z UID:12606-1737367200-1737378000@parkpride.org SUMMARY:MLK Day of Service DESCRIPTION:This event has been cancelled due to weather. Consider signing up for one of our volunteer events in February!  \nSearching for a service project to commemorate Dr. Martin Luther King’s teachings and long-lasting legacy? Look no further! Join us for a day of service on Monday\, Jan. 20 at 10 a.m. at Historic Washington Park! \nVolunteers will help collect litter throughout the park\, mulch trees\, clean playground equipment\, refresh benches with new paint and remove invasive plants. We will be joined by the Friends of Washington Park. \nDress for the weather and be ready to put in a little elbow grease! We appreciate your help stewarding this historic Atlanta park. URL:https://parkpride.org/event/mlk-day-of-service-2025/ LOCATION:Historic Washington Park\, 1125 Lena St NW\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30314\, United States CATEGORIES:Volunteer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://parkpride.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/FeaturedImage.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250120T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250120T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T214638 CREATED:20250103T183707Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250103T184403Z UID:12631-1737367200-1737381600@parkpride.org SUMMARY:MLK Day Project at Glen Emerald Park DESCRIPTION:The Friends of Glen Emerald Park invite you to join them in honoring the 30th anniversary of MLK Day as they give back to the community by preserving the beauty of Glen Emerald Park. Activities will include trail maintenance\, overabundant plant removal and litter pick-up. \nThank you for your help in stewarding this beloved Atlanta park! Click here to sign up! URL:https://parkpride.org/event/friends-of-glen-emerald-parks-mlk-day-project/ LOCATION:Glen Emerald Park\, 1479 Bouldercrest Road\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30316\, United States CATEGORIES:Volunteer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://parkpride.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/MLK-day-logo.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250120T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250120T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T214638 CREATED:20250103T184337Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250103T184337Z UID:12635-1737367200-1737381600@parkpride.org SUMMARY:MLK Day of Service at Michelle Obama Trail DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to join in honoring the 30th anniversary of MLK Day by cleaning and beautifying the Michelle Obama Trail-South River Path! Volunteers will assist with trail maintenance\, overabundant plant removal and litter pick-up. \nThank you for your help stewarding this beloved trail! Click here to sign up. URL:https://parkpride.org/event/mlk-day-of-service-at-michelle-obama-trail/ LOCATION:Michelle Obama Trail\, 2901 Clifton Springs Road\, Decatur\, GA\, 30034\, United States CATEGORIES:Volunteer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://parkpride.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/MLK-day-logo.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250120T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250120T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T214638 CREATED:20250106T184203Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T184203Z UID:12638-1737367200-1737381600@parkpride.org SUMMARY:MLK Day of Service at Constitution Lakes Park DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to join in honoring the 30th anniversary of MLK Day by cleaning and beautifying Constitution Lakes Park! Volunteers will assist with trail maintenance\, overabundant plant removal and litter pick-up. \nThank you for your help stewarding this beloved park! Click here to sign up. URL:https://parkpride.org/event/mlk-day-of-service-at-constitution-lakes-park/ LOCATION:Constitution Lakes Park\, 1305 S River Industrial Blvd SE\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30315\, United States CATEGORIES:Volunteer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://parkpride.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/MLK-day-logo.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250123T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250123T193000 DTSTAMP:20260403T214638 CREATED:20241212T163835Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241212T163835Z UID:12604-1737655200-1737660600@parkpride.org SUMMARY:Setting up your Invasive Plant Management Calendar DESCRIPTION:When it comes to invasive plant management\, timing is key! Join us for seasonal tips and month-by-month suggestions for tackling invasive plant removal projects. We’ll discuss the ideal time to target specific plants\, control methods\, and more. \nAdditionally\, we want to hear from you! Whether you’re part of a volunteer group working in a park or battling invasives in your backyard\, we want feedback on how to improve this guide so that anyone can be an opportune forest steward. \nThis workshop is presented by Michael Hudgins with Woods Keeper \nUnfortunately\, this event is at capacity. Please email Eli Dickerson at eli@parkpride.org to inquire about additional availability. URL:https://parkpride.org/event/setting-up-your-invasive-plant-management-calendar/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://parkpride.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/IMG_20170304_103734-1-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250214T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250214T100000 DTSTAMP:20260403T214638 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:20250215T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250215T123000 DTSTAMP:20260403T214638 CREATED:20250122T150758Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250207T142351Z UID:12680-1739613600-1739622600@parkpride.org SUMMARY:Help save mature trees! DESCRIPTION:The trees that buffer the White Oak Hills neighborhood from busy Memorial Drive are being choked by ivy. Bring gloves and pruners to help us save them! \nWorking alongside others to save mature trees from choking ivy is an experience in shared stewardship and hands-on impact. Take pride in helping extend a tree’s lifespan! \nClick here to sign up as a volunteer. URL:https://parkpride.org/event/help-save-mature-trees/ LOCATION:Delano Line Park\, Delano Dr\, Decatur\, GA\, 30032\, United States CATEGORIES:Volunteer,Friends of the Park ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://parkpride.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Friends-of-White-Oak-Hills-Neighborhood-Association.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250222T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250222T153000 DTSTAMP:20260403T214638 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:20250306T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250306T190000 DTSTAMP:20260403T214638 CREATED:20250129T215129Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T204323Z UID:12692-1741282200-1741287600@parkpride.org SUMMARY:Q1 Park Meeting DESCRIPTION:Join Park Pride and the Friends of Shirley Clarke Franklin Park for an evening of networking and exploration at Shirley Clarke Franklin Park (formerly Westside Park)! We’ll learn about how the Friends group has been connecting with nearby communities and other supporters to help their large\, regional park feel more like a local neighborhood asset. \nCome catch up with us in the park to exchange ideas on building group membership and enjoy some fresh air and local light bites! Please use the form below to let us know you’re coming. URL:https://parkpride.org/event/q1-park-meeting-2025/ LOCATION:Shirley Clarke Franklin Park\, 1660 Johnson Rd NW\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30318\, United States CATEGORIES:Friends of the Park ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://parkpride.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Q1-Park-Meeting-2025.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250314T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250314T100000 DTSTAMP:20260403T214638 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 X/TwitterThis 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\, April 10 - Arabia MountainFriday\, May 8 - Atlanta Memorial 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:20250315T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250315T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T214638 CREATED:20250221T160118Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250226T174542Z UID:12754-1742029200-1742036400@parkpride.org SUMMARY:Show Biffle Park Some Love! DESCRIPTION:Help the Friends of Biffle Park root out invasive plants that are killing the park’s trees. Volunteers will remove English ivy and privet throughout the park\, focusing on areas near the path and bridges. Please bring work gloves and water. The Friends group will provide tools. \nWe appreciate your help in stewarding this beloved DeKalb County park! URL:https://parkpride.org/event/show-biffle-park-some-love/ LOCATION:Biffle Park\, 5221 Biffle Road\, Stone Mountain\, 30088\, United States CATEGORIES:Volunteer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://parkpride.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/BiffleParkVolunteers.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250316T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250316T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T214638 CREATED:20250312T152958Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250312T182608Z UID:12781-1742119200-1742126400@parkpride.org SUMMARY:Great Ivy Pull at Dearborn Park DESCRIPTION:Join the Friends of Dearborn Park for the 4th Annual Great Ivy Pull! Volunteers will help remove the invasive English ivy throughout the park. There will also be goats\, prizes\, art projects and snacks! \nVolunteers should bring any supplies they may have\, including garden saws and clippers. Be sure to wear long pants and long-sleeve shirts and bring your water bottle. Volunteers will meet at the playground. \nClick here to sign up! URL:https://parkpride.org/event/great-ivy-pull-at-dearborn-park/ LOCATION:Dearborn Park\, 1310 Deerwood Dr\, Decatur\, Georgia\, 30030 CATEGORIES:Volunteer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://parkpride.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/great-ivy-pull.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250324T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250324T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T214638 CREATED:20241011T193912Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250207T141751Z UID:12327-1742803200-1742835600@parkpride.org SUMMARY:2025 Parks & Greenspace Conference DESCRIPTION:Each year\, Park Pride hosts the Annual Parks & Greenspace Conference\, the largest parks conference in the southeast\, showcasing thought leaders from Atlanta and across the nation. Through education and inspiration\, the conference focuses on best practices for companies and individuals who are united by a common desire to improve parks and strengthen communities. \nThe 2025 theme is “Connecting on Common Ground\,” with three focus areas — Cultural and Historical Connections\, Nature Connections\, Infrastructure Connections and Uncommon Connections. \nFor more event details\, click here. URL:https://parkpride.org/event/2025-parks-greenspace-conference/ LOCATION:Atlanta Botanical Garden\, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30309\, United States CATEGORIES:Conference ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://parkpride.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/2025-ConfeUNOFFICIALlogo.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250405T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250405T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T214638 CREATED:20250221T162051Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250226T174411Z UID:12756-1743843600-1743850800@parkpride.org SUMMARY:Save Trees in Biffle Park! DESCRIPTION:Help the Friends of Biffle Park root out invasive plants that are killing the park’s trees. Volunteers will remove English ivy and privet throughout the park\, focusing on areas near the path and bridges. Please bring work gloves and water. The Friends group will provide tools. \nWe appreciate your help in stewarding this beloved DeKalb County park! URL:https://parkpride.org/event/save-trees-in-biffle-park/ LOCATION:Biffle Park\, 5221 Biffle Road\, Stone Mountain\, 30088\, United States CATEGORIES:Volunteer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://parkpride.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/BiffleParkVolunteers.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250405T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250405T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T214638 CREATED:20250313T192040Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250313T192040Z UID:12780-1743847200-1743865200@parkpride.org SUMMARY:Chattahoochee Brick Sacred Site Celebration & Service Project DESCRIPTION:Join the Chattahoochee Brick Company Descendants Coalition for a volunteer project (10 a.m. – 12 p.m.) and a sacred site celebration (1 – 3 p.m.) of the former Chattahoochee Brick Company. You’re invited to join both activities or just one! \nThe event will pay homage to those who were victims of convict leasing at the old Chattahoochee Brick plant. This is also a celebration of the City of Atlanta acquiring the property to become a memorial and public greenspace\, thanks to the advocacy work of Donna Stephens and other members of the Coalition. There will also be a performance by Giwayen Mata. \nPlease click here for volunteer event details and to sign up.  \nFor additional details about the celebration\, click here. URL:https://parkpride.org/event/chattahoochee-brick-sacred-site-celebration-service-project/ LOCATION:Chattahoochee Park\, 3195 Brick Plant Rd NW\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30318\, United States CATEGORIES:Community ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://parkpride.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Sacred-Celebration_Small.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250419T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250419T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T214638 CREATED:20250314T192821Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250314T192821Z UID:12793-1745053200-1745064000@parkpride.org SUMMARY:Greener Good Earth Day Volunteer Project DESCRIPTION:Join us in the spirit of Earth Day to help improve and maintain Historic Washington Park! \nVolunteers will help collect litter throughout the park\, mulch trees\, clean playground equipment\, refresh benches with new paint and remove invasive species of plants. \nCome ready to get sweaty for a good cause! Click here to sign up. URL:https://parkpride.org/event/greener-good-earth-day-volunteer-project-2/ LOCATION:Historic Washington Park\, 1125 Lena St NW\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30314\, United States CATEGORIES:Volunteer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://parkpride.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Photo2-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250419T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250419T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T214638 CREATED:20250320T200337Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250320T200337Z UID:12824-1745060400-1745067600@parkpride.org SUMMARY:Needham Park Spring Egg Hunt & Picnic! DESCRIPTION:Spring is here! \nAll ages (with children and without) are invited to join the Friends of Needham Park for a Spring Egg Hunt and Picnic in the park! The first egg hunt is at 11 a.m. and the second is at 12 p.m. There will be hotdogs and other light refreshments. \nSee you there! URL:https://parkpride.org/event/needham-park-spring-egg-hunt-picnic/ LOCATION:Needham Park\, 756 McLendon Dr\, Scottdale\, GA\, 30079\, United States CATEGORIES:Community ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://parkpride.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Needham-Easter-Egg-Hunt-2025-banner.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250422T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250422T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T214638 CREATED:20250320T201342Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250320T201342Z UID:12826-1745312400-1745319600@parkpride.org SUMMARY:Earth Day Volunteer Project at John Evans Legacy Park DESCRIPTION:Put in some elbow grease for a good cause! \nJoin the Friends of John Evans Legacy Park (formerly Shoal Creek Park lll) to help reduce the out of control invasive plants at the park. Tools will be provided\, but volunteers are asked to bring their own gloves. Lunch\, snacks and water are provided\, along with Certificates of Appreciation! URL:https://parkpride.org/event/earth-day-volunteer-project-at-john-evans-legacy-park/ LOCATION:John Evans Legacy Park\, 3075 McAfee Road\, Decatur\, 30032\, United States CATEGORIES:Volunteer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://parkpride.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/IMG_20170304_103734-1-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR