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: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:20260418T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T120000 DTSTAMP:20260414T155311 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:20260414T155311 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:20260414T155311 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:20260414T155311 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 \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:20260414T155311 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:20260414T155311 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:20260414T155311 CREATED:20260410T163444Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T150315Z 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\, 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:20260414T155311 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:20260414T155311 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