BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Park Pride - ECPv6.15.17//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Park Pride 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: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 BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T120000 DTSTAMP:20260406T000955 CREATED:20251114T204934Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251121T160945Z UID:13168-1765015200-1765022400@parkpride.org SUMMARY:2025 Big Park Meeting + PSA Graduation DESCRIPTION:Friends of the Park members – You’re invited! Use the form below to let us know you’re coming. \nSorry. This form is no longer available. \nEach year\, Park Pride hosts its Big Park Meeting for Friends of the Park groups to gather\, celebrate successes\, and unite around their shared love of greenspace! We’ll enjoy light bites from a local business\, mingle with local greenspace leaders\, and honor the 2025 Class of the Park Stewardship Academy with a graduation ceremony! We’ll also have door prizes and games! \nWe’re looking forward to closing out another great year with you! ✨ URL:https://parkpride.org/event/2025-big-park-meeting-psa-graduation/ LOCATION:Atlanta Community ToolBank\, 410 Englewood Ave SE\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30315\, United States CATEGORIES:General ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://parkpride.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/big-park-meeting-6.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251212T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251212T100000 DTSTAMP:20260406T000955 CREATED:20251027T173709Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T182014Z UID:13142-1765530000-1765533600@parkpride.org SUMMARY:Second Friday Walk in the Park @ Rodney Cook Sr. Park DESCRIPTION:Use the form below to let us know you’re coming! \n\n\n \n LinkedInThis 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\nStroll with Park Pride! \nJoin us on Friday\, December 12\, at 9 am for a one-hour walk at Rodney Cook Sr. Park\, led by the Alliance for Cook Park and Jay Wozniak from the Trust for Public Land! We’ll explore the stunning 16-acre park that blends nature\, history and innovation. During the walk\, we’ll learn about the park’s state-of-the-art stormwater capture and filtration system\, which plays a vital role in reducing flooding and restoring resilience to the Vine City neighborhood. Our guides will also share stories that honor the rich civil rights legacy and neighborhood pride that shaped this space into a model for environmental stewardship and stormwater infrastructure. \nLight refreshments will be provided (while supplies last) by Capital B News\, who will also be joining us! If you haven’t already seen their latest piece\, be sure to check out the article “Atlanta Neighborhood Turns Flood Zone Into a Park that Protects Homes” to learn more about Rodney Cook Sr. Park. \nNOTE: Use the address 285 Walnut St NW\, Atlanta\, GA 30314. This address is across the street from the bridge entrance where we will meet. Street parking is available\, and we will meet on the bridge. URL:https://parkpride.org/event/second-friday-walk-in-the-park-december-2025/ LOCATION:Cook Park\, 650 Joseph E. Boone Blvd NW\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30314\, United States CATEGORIES:General ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://parkpride.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/SECOND-FRIDAY-WALK-IN-THE-PARK-48.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251221T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251221T120000 DTSTAMP:20260406T000955 CREATED:20251212T170718Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251212T170718Z UID:13235-1766311200-1766318400@parkpride.org SUMMARY:Dearborn Park Beautification Workday DESCRIPTION:Looking for a break from the end of year madness? Consider heading to Dearborn Park on Sunday\, December 21\, for a volunteer event hosted by the Friends group! Volunteers will pull ivy along the path to make the trails safer and more beautiful. \nPlease bring clippers\, gloves and water\, and wear long pants and a long-sleeve shirt. The group will meet near the end of W. Dearborn Circle. Click here for more information. URL:https://parkpride.org/event/dearborn-park-beautification-workday/ LOCATION:Dearborn Park\, 1310 Deerwood Dr\, Decatur\, Georgia\, 30030 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:20260109T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260109T100000 DTSTAMP:20260406T000955 CREATED:20251211T164800Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T165547Z UID:13230-1767949200-1767952800@parkpride.org SUMMARY:Second Friday Walk @ Brownwood Park DESCRIPTION:Use 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\, 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 hidden gems with Park Pride! Join us on Friday\, January 9\, at 9 am for a one-hour walk at Brownwood Park led by the Friends of Brownwood! This small but mighty park is a true neighborhood gem\, home to a vibrant youth community center\, winding trails\, a flourishing community garden\, active tennis courts\, and more. This park has something for everyone\, and you won’t want to miss exploring it with us! \nWe’re also excited to highlight Brownwood’s newest feature: the beautiful community pavilion! Park Pride recently joined neighbors and partners for a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate this amazing addition\, supported by a Park Pride grant. What makes this project especially meaningful is that it is truly for the community and by the community. The pavilion was designed by Lauren Trotter\, an East Atlanta resident whose thoughtful design reflects the spirit and creativity of the neighborhood. \nCome walk with us\, meet neighbors\, hear the story behind the pavilion\, and enjoy a refreshing morning in one of East Atlanta’s beloved parks. Light refreshments will be provided (while supplies last) by Capital B News\, who will also be joining us. We can’t wait to see you there! \nNOTE: We’ll meet outside of the East Atlanta Kids Club. There is a parking lot with limited spots\, along with plenty of street parking. \n\nEnvironmental Education Day is in January\, let’s use this walk as a way to get started! Try using apps like iNaturalist or Merlin Bird ID to turn an ordinary walk into a discovery adventure\, identify plants\, insects\, and birds\, contribute to community science\, and learn how wildlife is using urban green spaces in real time. URL:https://parkpride.org/event/second-friday-walk-january-2026/ LOCATION:Brownwood Park\, 602 Brownwood Ave\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30316\, United States CATEGORIES:General ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://parkpride.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Brownwood-Park-summer-rotated.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260119T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260119T120000 DTSTAMP:20260406T000955 CREATED:20251209T204944Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T204944Z UID:13210-1768813200-1768824000@parkpride.org SUMMARY:MLK Day Service Project DESCRIPTION:Looking for an impactful service project to honor Martin Luther King\, Jr. Day? We have just the thing for you! Join us on Monday\, Jan. 19\, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Lionel Hampton Nature Preserve in Southwest Atlanta! Volunteers will assist with trail maintenance and litter cleanup throughout the park. The volunteer day is hosted by Park Pride and the Friends of Lionel Hampton\, and sponsored by OxBlue. Together\, we will make this park shine! ✨ \nClick to sign up to volunteer! URL:https://parkpride.org/event/mlk-day-service-project/ LOCATION:Lionel Hampton Park\, SW Connector Trail\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30311\, United States CATEGORIES:Volunteer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://parkpride.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/MLK-2026.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260213T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260213T100000 DTSTAMP:20260406T000955 CREATED:20260112T165018Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T164050Z UID:13251-1770973200-1770976800@parkpride.org SUMMARY:Second Friday Walk @ Murphey Candler Park DESCRIPTION:Join us for our upcoming Second Friday Walk. Use the form to let us know you’re coming! \n\n \n EmailThis 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\nJoin Park Pride and the Friends of Murphey Candler Park for a one-hour stroll around one of Brookhaven’s beloved community greenspaces! You’ll have the chance to see the natural wildlife that call the park home\, connect with the people that care for it\, learn about the recent construction on the lake\, and take a look at the recreation offerings and the new Murphey Candler Park II. \nThis park is truly a gem\, providing a welcoming space for recreation\, connection\, and stewardship. \nFebruary 2nd marks World Wetlands Day\, a global moment to raise awareness about the vital role wetlands play for both people and the planet. Celebrate locally (and a bit belatedly) at our Second Friday Walk! \nNOTE: We’ll meet at the West Playground – 3998 Candler Lake W NE\, Atlanta\, GA 30319 URL:https://parkpride.org/event/second-friday-walk-murphey-candler-park/ LOCATION:Murphey Candler Park\, 3998 Candler Lake W NE\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30319\, United States CATEGORIES:General ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://parkpride.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/IMG_4798-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260311T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260311T193000 DTSTAMP:20260406T000955 CREATED:20260129T162144Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T211933Z UID:13279-1773252000-1773257400@parkpride.org SUMMARY:Virtual Park Meeting: Grant Information Session DESCRIPTION:Join Park Pride’s Grantmaking and Implementation staff for a virtual information session about the upcoming Grant Cycle. During this session\, we’ll provide an overview of Park Pride’s grantmaking program and share how Friends of the Park groups and community members can apply for funding to support improvements in their neighborhood parks. \nParticipants will learn about the types of grants available\, eligibility requirements\, matching funds\, and other requirements for a successful proposal. Whether you’re part of an existing Friends group or interested in getting more involved in your local park\, this session will help you understand how Park Pride’s grant program supports community-driven park improvements across Atlanta. \nClick here to register. URL:https://parkpride.org/event/virtual-park-meeting-grantmaking-implementation-updates/ CATEGORIES:Grants ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://parkpride.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Harper-Ribbon-Cutting-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260313T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260313T100000 DTSTAMP:20260406T000955 CREATED:20260130T191020Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T185853Z UID:13284-1773392400-1773396000@parkpride.org SUMMARY:Second Friday Walk @ Melton Park DESCRIPTION:Join us for our upcoming Second Friday Walk. Use the form to let us know you’re coming! \n\n \n EmailThis 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\nJoin Park Pride\, the Friends of Melton Park\, and DeKalb County’s Naturalist Jonah McDonald for a Second Friday Walk in the Park as we welcome the arrival of spring and explore the rich\, interconnected habitats along the Three Creeks Trail! \nAs buds begin to open and wildlife becomes more active\, this guided walk offers a chance to slow down\, observe seasonal changes\, and learn how forests\, streams\, and trails work together to support a healthy park ecosystem. With March 21 marking International Day of Forests\, we’ll highlight the vital role of forests and other ecosystems\, including trees outside traditional forests\, and why thoughtful\, sustainable management is essential to the health of our parks and communities. \nBring your walking shoes\, your questions\, and your love for local parks! \nNOTE: Free street parking is available near the main entrance of the park at the intersection of Desmond Dr and Park Lane. URL:https://parkpride.org/event/second-friday-walk-melton-park/ LOCATION:Melton Park\, 2080 Desmond Drive\, Decatur\, GA\, 30033 CATEGORIES:General ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://parkpride.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Melton-Park-scaled.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260410T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260410T100000 DTSTAMP:20260406T000955 CREATED:20260224T155841Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T171053Z UID:13316-1775811600-1775815200@parkpride.org SUMMARY:Second Friday Walk @ Arabia Mountain - Wilbur Farm DESCRIPTION:Join us for our upcoming Second Friday Walk. Use the form to let us know you’re coming! \n\n \n LinkedInThis 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 with Park Pride! Join us on Friday\, April 10\, at 9 am for a one-hour walk at the Davidson-Arabia Mountain Nature Preserve! \nLed by the Arabia Mountain Heritage Area Alliance and DeKalb County’s Recreation\, Parks\, & Cultural Affairs\, we’ll learn more about the Wilburn Farm property\, where history\, sensitive-lands ecology\, and restoration come together. We’ll also hear about the recent Ragsdale Home stabilization\, the meadow and grassland restoration in partnership with Birds Georgia\, and how the Arabia Mountain staff works to protect the unique granite outcrop plant life. We will also be joined by Christopher Bass\, DeKalb County’s new Director of Recreation\, Parks and Cultural Affairs! This is a chance to meet Director Bass and welcome him to the community. \nIf you have time to stick around\, the fun continues after the walk with Birds Georgia’s Bird Fest Field Day from 10am – 1pm! \nNOTE: Use the address 3899 North Goddard Rd. Park next to the farmhouse nearest the road. URL:https://parkpride.org/event/second-friday-walk-arabia-mountain/ LOCATION:Davidson-Arabia Mountain Nature Preserve\, 3899 North Goddard Rd\, Stonecrest\, GA\, 30038\, United States CATEGORIES:General ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://parkpride.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/20241115-3429.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T120000 DTSTAMP:20260406T000955 CREATED:20260316T171913Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T151432Z UID:13413-1776502800-1776513600@parkpride.org SUMMARY:Earth Day @ Herbert Greene Nature Preserve DESCRIPTION:Let’s give some love to Herbert Greene Nature Preserve in the spirit of Earth Day! 🌍💚 \nJoin Park Pride and the Friends of Herbert Greene for a day of service to improve and maintain this beloved greenspace while strengthening community. Volunteers will collect litter throughout the nature preserve to improve ecological health and make the space better for resident flora and fauna and those who visit. Let’s celebrate Earth Day by giving back to the parks that give so much to us! \nClick here to sign up! URL:https://parkpride.org/event/earth-day-2026/ CATEGORIES:General,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:20260508T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T100000 DTSTAMP:20260406T000955 CREATED:20260402T141711Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T141903Z UID:13453-1778230800-1778234400@parkpride.org SUMMARY:Second Friday Walk @ Atlanta Memorial Park DESCRIPTION:Join us for our upcoming Second Friday Walk. Use the form 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\, 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\nCome explore Atlanta Memorial Park with us! \nSpanning nearly 200 acres\, Atlanta Memorial Park is the city’s third-largest public park. Nestled between Northside Drive and Howell Mill Road\, the western portion follows the southern bank of Peachtree Creek and offers a beautiful blend of active recreation and serene natural spaces. \nAs we explore\, we’ll take in scenic trails\, wooded areas\, and creekside views while learning about the park’s wetlands and their connection to broader efforts like the Fix Peachtree Creek initiative. We’ll also share updates on an upcoming watershed project expected to take shape in 2026.\nJoin us to discover a hidden gem and hear directly from those helping steward and shape the future of this important greenspace! \nNOTE: We’ll meet at the park across from 802 Wesley Dr NW\, Atlanta\, GA 30305. The walk will be along a flat\, natural path – wear comfortable closed toe shoes. URL:https://parkpride.org/event/second-friday-walk-atlanta-memorial-park/ LOCATION:Atlanta Memorial Park\, 802 Wesley Dr NW\, Atlanta\, Georgia\, 30305 CATEGORIES:General ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://parkpride.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/IMG_1502-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR