N.H. Scott Park Visioning Presentation of Preliminary Designs
N.H. Scott Recreation Center 2230 Tilson Rd, Decatur, GA, United StatesDo you live near or regularly use N. H. Scott Park? Does your family take advantage of the programs and classes offered at N. H. Scott Recreation Center? Join us for the presentation of the preliminary design concepts at N.H. Scott Park Recreation Center on Tuesday, August 29th from 6:30 - 8PM.
City on the Verge: The BeltLine in Atlanta’s Past, Present and Future
Atlanta History Center 130 West Paces Ferry RD NW, Atlanta, GA, United StatesThe Atlanta BeltLine is helping to transform our city. Originating as “belt line” railroads built over a century ago to expand the industrial base of the city, the corridors were largely abandoned by the late 20th century, but are now being repurposed as a planned 22-mile trail and transit loop that will connect new and old parks.
9/11 National Day of Service: Bring Your Dog to Work[day]!
South Bend Park 2131 Lakewood Ave, Atlanta, GA, United StatesEver wanted to volunteer alongside your dog? Then load up your pooch and come on out to the South Bend Park Dog Park to help with a variety of projects to recognize the 9/11 National Day of Service.
Volunteer Event at Arthur Langford Park
Arthur Langford Park 1614 Arthur Langford, Jr. PL, Atlanta, GA, United StatesThe Friends of Arthur Langford Park are hosting a park cleanup Saturday, September 9 from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m, and are inviting volunteers to join them!
HI! HENDERSON! Family Fun
Henderson Park 2723 Henderson Rd, Tucker, GA, United StatesThe Friends of Henderson Park invite you to discover more about this 121 acre Tucker treasure on Sunday, September 10th from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Monthly Park Meeting
Kirkwood Urban Forest Preserve 125 Dearborn Street SE, Atlanta, GA, United StatesJoin Park Pride on the second Thursday of every month at 7:30am as community leaders and park advocates from throughout Atlanta and DeKalb come together for education, networking and strategy for advancing the parks movement. This month's meeting will take place at Kirkwood Urban Forest.
Join us for a Walk in Jennie Drake Park
Jennie Drake Park 645 Waterford Road, NW, Atlanta, GA, United StatesThe Friends of Jennie Drake Park invite you to take a walk on the new trail on Saturday, September 16, between 8 and 10 AM. The park entrance is across from 668 Waterford Road NW, near the corner of Waterford Road and Oldknow Drive.
Workshop: Raising Funds for Your Park
Coan Park Recreation Center 1530 Woodbine Ave SE, Atlanta, GA, United StatesFundraising for park projects can be challenging as each park, park project and community is unique. But don't get discouraged! There are some tried and true tactics to successful park fundraising.
Trees Atlanta Canopy Conference
Trees Atlanta Kendeda Center 225 Chester Avenue SE, Atlanta, GA, United StatesThis year’s Atlanta Canopy Conference, Giving Voice to Tree Protection, will focus on effective tree protection ordinances and policies, organizations and people who advocate for trees, and practical strategies and tactics to better conserve Atlanta’s canopy cover. Tree protection is a community initiative.
Collard Greens Cultural Festival
Lithonia Amphitheater 2501 Park Drive, Lithonia, GA, United StatesCome out and celebrate the rich culture, history and traditions of Africa and African-American food and music.