BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Park Pride - ECPv6.15.18//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:20260414T064139 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:20260414T064139 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 ParkFriday\, June 12 - Hairston 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:20260414T064139 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:20260414T064139 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 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 ParkFriday\, June 12 - Hairston 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:20260414T064139 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:20260414T064139 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 CommentsThis 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 ParkFriday\, June 12 - Hairston 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:20260414T064139 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:20260414T064139 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 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 ParkFriday\, June 12 - Hairston 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:20260414T064139 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 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 ParkFriday\, June 12 - Hairston 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:20260412T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260412T170000 DTSTAMP:20260414T064139 CREATED:20260409T132849Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T132849Z UID:13467-1776004200-1776013200@parkpride.org SUMMARY:Family Woodworking Workshop DESCRIPTION:Saw\, sand\, and create together at Farm Chastain! The Wood Wizards are bringing a family-friendly woodworking workshop designed for all skill levels. learn safe tool basics\, hands-on techniques\, and leave with a handmade project you’ll be proud of. Come and make memories-and something made of wood! \nTickets are $15 per family. Click here to secure your spot! URL:https://parkpride.org/event/family-woodworking-workshop/ LOCATION:Chastain Park\, 24 Chastain Memorial Parkway\, Atlanta\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://parkpride.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/CPC-Workshop-.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T120000 DTSTAMP:20260414T064139 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:20260419T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T160000 DTSTAMP:20260414T064139 CREATED:20260409T133114Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T133114Z UID:13469-1776607200-1776614400@parkpride.org SUMMARY:Summer Vegetable Workshop DESCRIPTION:Join the Chastain Park Conservancy at Farm Chastain for a hands-on gardening workshop all about growing spring vegetables! This interactive session will cover what to plant\, when to plant\, and how to help your garden thrive during the spring season. Participants will learn practical tips for preparing soil\, selecting healthy seedling\, and caring for summer-season crops like lettuce\, carrots\, and peas. Perfect for beginners. \nTickets are $5 per person. Click here to secure your spot! URL:https://parkpride.org/event/summer-vegetable-workshop/ LOCATION:Chastain Park\, 24 Chastain Memorial Parkway\, Atlanta\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://parkpride.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/CPC-Summer-Vegetable-Workshop.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T203000 DTSTAMP:20260414T064139 CREATED:20260409T133345Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T133345Z UID:13471-1776882600-1776889800@parkpride.org SUMMARY:Mushroom Workshop DESCRIPTION:Curious about growing mushrooms at home? The Mushroom Club of Georgia will guide you through the art and science of shiitake log inoculation in the interactive workshop. Learn about proper wood selection\, spawn application\, and care techniques to ensure successful harvests. Best of all\, you’ll leave with your own inoculated log to start your mushroom-growing journey. \nTickets are $40 per person. Click here to secure your spot! URL:https://parkpride.org/event/mushroom-workshop/ LOCATION:Chastain Park\, 24 Chastain Memorial Parkway\, Atlanta\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://parkpride.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/CPC-Mushroom-Workshop.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T193000 DTSTAMP:20260414T064139 CREATED:20260410T160418Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T160418Z UID:13473-1776967200-1776972600@parkpride.org SUMMARY:Conference to Action: Turning Ideas into Impact DESCRIPTION:Use the form below to sign up! \n\n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \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\nDid you attend our Parks & Greenspace Conference and leave feeling inspired\, but wondering what comes next? Or maybe you couldn’t make it\, but still want to gather the insights and ideas everyone’s talking about? This 90-minute webinar is your opportunity to plug in! \nConference to Action translates key takeaways from the conference into ideas and actionable steps that Friends of the Park groups can bring back to their communities. So much was shared\, now let’s take time to debrief together and talk about turning ideas into real impact in your park. \nTogether\, we’ll revisit standout ideas\, explore real-world examples\, and break them down into practical actions\, whether that’s strengthening stewardship efforts\, building partnerships\, activating volunteers\, or advocating for resources. In this session\, you’ll: \n\nRevisit key highlights and takeaways from the conference\nHear and share insights with fellow park stewards\nIdentify how conference ideas can be applied to your specific park\nLearn about resource mapping to help identify partners that can support your neighborhood’s vision\nBegin shaping a simple\, actionable plan for you and your Friends of the Park group\nLeave with prompts\, tools\, and a simple roadmap to turn inspiration into meaningful impact.\n\nWhether you joined us in person or are catching up now\, this is your space to connect\, reflect\, and take the next step. Let’s turn great ideas into meaningful action\, for our parks and the communities they serve! URL:https://parkpride.org/event/conference-to-action-turning-ideas-into-impact/ CATEGORIES:Friends of the Park ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://parkpride.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/2026-Conference-session.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T150000 DTSTAMP:20260414T064139 CREATED:20260413T164146Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T164146Z UID:13481-1777208400-1777215600@parkpride.org SUMMARY:City Nature Challenge @ Lionel Hampton–Beecher Hills Nature Preserve DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to take part in the City Nature Challenge — an annual four-day global bioblitz! \nJoin Intown GNPS board members Vanessa Miot (who is also Park Pride’s Senior Friends of the Park Manager!) and Laura Qadri on Sunday\, April 26\, at 1pm for a guided walk at Lionel Hampton–Beecher Hills Nature Preserve to explore\, observe\, and document the plants and wildlife that shape this unique urban habitat. This walk is designed to welcome both seasoned naturalists and those just beginning their journey. Children and adults alike are encouraged to participate and connect with fellow nature enthusiasts. \nThis event is free\, but registration is required. Click here for more info and to register. \n\nAbout the City Nature Challenge: Started in 2016 as a competition between Los Angeles and San Francisco\, the City Nature Challenge (CNC) has grown into an international event\, motivating people around the world to find and document wildlife in their own cities. Run by the Community Science teams at the California Academy of Sciences and the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County\, and coordinated locally in metro Atlanta by the Fernbank Museum of Natural History\, the CNC is an annual four-day global bioblitz at the end of April\, where cities collaborate to see what can be accomplished when we all work toward a common goal. Learn more at www.citynaturechallenge.org. URL:https://parkpride.org/event/city-nature-challenge-lionel-hampton-beecher-hills-nature-preserve/ LOCATION:Lionel Hampton – Beecher Hills Park\, GA\, United States CATEGORIES:Community ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://parkpride.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/CNC-2026.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T153000 DTSTAMP:20260414T064139 CREATED:20260413T163225Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T163225Z UID:13479-1777212000-1777217400@parkpride.org SUMMARY:City Nature Challenge @ Melton Park DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to take part in the City Nature Challenge — an annual four-day global bioblitz! \nJoin the Friends of Melton Park and Park Pride on Sunday\, April 26\, at 2pm to enjoy our urban forest in springtime\, learn how to use the iNaturalist app\, make community science observations\, and support metro Atlanta in the 2026 City Nature Challenge! This meetup is welcoming to all ages\, from first-time naturalists to seasoned iNat users. No registration is required. Before you come\, just charge your smartphone battery\, download the iNaturalist app\, and set up a user account. We’ll show you what to do next as we observe plants\, animals\, insects\, fungi\, and more! Click here for details & to RSVP. \nNOTE: Street parking is available in the neighborhood near the intersection of Desmond Drive and Park Lane. We’ll be moving along soft-surface trails\, which may include muddy conditions if there is rain before the event. \nAbout the City Nature Challenge: Started in 2016 as a competition between Los Angeles and San Francisco\, the City Nature Challenge (CNC) has grown into an international event\, motivating people around the world to find and document wildlife in their own cities. Run by the Community Science teams at the California Academy of Sciences and the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County\, and coordinated locally in metro Atlanta by the Fernbank Museum of Natural History\, the CNC is an annual four-day global bioblitz at the end of April\, where cities collaborate to see what can be accomplished when we all work toward a common goal. Learn more at www.citynaturechallenge.org. URL:https://parkpride.org/event/city-nature-challenge-melton-park/ LOCATION:Melton Park\, 2080 Desmond Drive\, Decatur\, GA\, 30033 CATEGORIES:Community ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://parkpride.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/2026-CNC-e1776097906666.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T193000 DTSTAMP:20260414T064139 CREATED:20260410T163444Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T163514Z UID:13476-1777485600-1777491000@parkpride.org SUMMARY:Park Budget Advocacy 101: Showing Up for Our Parks DESCRIPTION:Use the form below to sign up! \n\n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \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\nAs Atlanta prepares the FY27 budget\, this is a critical moment for our parks. While progress has been made since the adoption of ActivateATL\, continued investment in park maintenance is essential\, and is now at risk amid proposed budget reductions. We cannot afford to lose momentum! \nJoin us for Park Budget Advocacy 101 for Friends Groups\, featuring special guest Kyle Kessler from the Center for Civic Innovation (CCI). This session will equip you with the tools and knowledge to confidently advocate for the parks you love. In this session\, you’ll learn: \n\nHow the City of Atlanta budget process works\nKey data\, trends\, and what to watch for in the FY27 cycle\nWhere and when to engage\, including upcoming public hearings\nHow to prepare and deliver impactful public comments\nSimple\, effective ways to show up—yes\, including wearing your green shirts—to demonstrate unified support for parks\n\nTogether\, we’ve built momentum. Now it’s time to protect it and push forward. Show up\, speak up\, and stand together for a fully funded\, well-maintained park system that serves every neighborhood. \nAbout our guest speaker\, Kyle Kessler – Director of Policy & Research\, Center for Civic Innovation: As the Policy & Research Director at CCI\, Kyle works to gather and share information on government processes and propose better solutions for the ones that aren’t working as well as they should be. He believes in community meetings – both formal and informal. He tries to explain really difficult\, complex things simply\, and why simple things are actually quite complex and difficult. Kyle is a licensed architect and is involved with a variety of organizations that combine arts\, culture\, and history with urbanism and community development. \nFind more budget info here: civicatlanta.org/budget URL:https://parkpride.org/event/park-budget-advocacy-101-showing-up-for-our-parks/ CATEGORIES:Advocacy ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://parkpride.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Advocacy-Green-Shirt-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T100000 DTSTAMP:20260414T064139 CREATED:20260402T141711Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T163211Z 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 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 ParkFriday\, June 12 - Hairston 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. Join 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 BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260612T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260612T100000 DTSTAMP:20260414T064139 CREATED:20260407T171312Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T172410Z UID:13465-1781254800-1781258400@parkpride.org SUMMARY:Second Friday Walk in the Park @ Hairston 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 ParkFriday\, June 12 - Hairston Park\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nExplore a 33-acre gem with Park Pride! Join us on Friday\, June 12\, for a stroll around DeKalb County’s Hairston Park — a space that truly offers something for everyone. \nWhether you’re seeking a moment of calm in the tranquil garden\, casting a line in one of the park’s two scenic lakes\, or enjoying a leisurely stroll along paved paths and natural trails\, Hairston Park invites you to slow down\, explore\, and connect with nature. \nNOTE: The park has a parking lot. The walk will include a mix of paved paths and natural trails\, with the paved areas providing accessible routes for visitors of varying mobility levels. URL:https://parkpride.org/event/second-friday-walk-in-the-park-hairston-park/ 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/2026/04/HairstonPark.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR