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Riverview Park Mushroom Walk
Riverview Park Mushroom Walk
Join Mycologist Jim Tunney of the Western Pennsylvania Mushroom Club on a walk through the mature oak woodlands of Riverview Park in search of spring fungi. (Meet at Chapel Shelter.) Please register for this event. Please note this activity is geared towards people ages 14+.
Hill Hike
Hill Hike
Meeting in Pittsburgh's August Wilson park, we will discuss the playwright and Pittsburgh's Hill District's rich history. We'll embark on a city walk covering about 3 miles, stopping along the way to visit historical monuments and murals. Our stops will include the August Wilson home, Freedom Corner, New Granada Theater, the Crawford Grill, and several…
Wild Edibles Hike
Wild Edibles Hike
Join Melissa Sokulski of Food Under Foot as we identify wild edible plants found in Pittsburgh's parks! We will learn how to identify, sustainably harvest, and use many plants found in early spring, such as Japanese knotweed, garlic mustard, burdock, dandelion, and many more! Please register for this event. (Meet at Frick Environmental Center- Near…
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Intro to Hatha Yoga
Intro to Hatha Yoga
The introduction to Hatha Yoga will focus on sitting positions and the demonstration and practice of nine yoga poses. It will also include a 15-minute deep relaxation demonstration and practice of breathing techniques. (Meet a Field on right-side of entrance.) Please register for this event.
More Than Morels – Spring Mushrooms in Pittsburgh Parks
More Than Morels – Spring Mushrooms in Pittsburgh Parks
When most people think of spring mushrooms, their attention is fully on the prized edible morel species found throughout the region. But there is a whole world of spring fungi beyond these prized morsels for the curious observer exploring a spring woodland. Join Naturalist Educator Stephen Bucklin to learn about some of the different species…
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Virtual Hike with a Naturalist: City Nature Challenge
Virtual Hike with a Naturalist: City Nature Challenge
When: Friday, April 30, 2021 @ 12:00 P.M. Where: Facebook Live - @pittsburghparks What: Have you been noticing plants and animals on your walks that you wish you knew more about? Do you love snapping pictures of nature while you’re out in our parks? Combine your interests with the iNaturalist app and join thousands of other…
Natural Happy Hour – April 30, 2021
Natural Happy Hour – April 30, 2021
Join leader Donna Tarkett for a Natural Happy Hour geared toward individuals in recovery. Each week, the group will go on a hike in South Side Park with a focus on being present, centering, and somatics. Each walk will have a theme around concepts from recovery programs as a meditative focus (e.g. gratitude). Meet at…
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Wellness Series Hike – May 2, 2021
Wellness Series Hike – May 2, 2021
Join leader Donna Tarkett for a 3-part Wellness Walk Series in Frick Park. Each session will center on a quiet, slow-paced hike on wooded trails focused on using nature for wellness. The program will also cover psycho-education regarding scientific findings about using nature for mental health. Activities during the hike will engage participants by calling…
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Hike with a Naturalist – Spring Birding
Hike with a Naturalist – Spring Birding
As spring kicks into full gear, millions of birds pass to and through Pittsburgh on their annual migration to their breeding grounds. Join Naturalist Educator Stephen Bucklin for an early morning hike through Highland Park to observe and learn about these amazing animals. We will walk approximately 1-2 miles over varying terrain. Beginning birders are…
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Natural Happy Hour – May 7, 2021
Natural Happy Hour – May 7, 2021
Join leader Donna Tarkett for a Natural Happy Hour geared toward individuals in recovery. Each week, the group will go on a hike in South Side Park with a focus on being present, centering, and somatics. Each walk will have a theme around concepts from recovery programs as a meditative focus (e.g. gratitude). Meet at…
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Early Birding
Early Birding
May 8th is World Migratory Bird Day! Celebrate migrating birds as they pass through Frick Park this spring. Sign up for an early morning escapade at the Frick Environmental Center with naturalists to look for birds. The Frick Environmental Center is an ADA accessible facility. The nearest bus stop is the 61 A or B…
World Migratory Bird Day 10:15AM Hike
World Migratory Bird Day 10:15AM Hike
WORLD MIGRATORY BIRD DAY HIKE Take a hike through the Frick Woods to learn about these tiny travelers and what the Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy, Western Pennsylvania Conservancy, Allegheny Goatscape, The Carnegie Museum of Natural History, and the Allegheny Bird Conservation Alliance, are doing to help them along their way. The hike is approximately one mile…
World Migratory Bird Day 11:45AM Hike
World Migratory Bird Day 11:45AM Hike
WORLD MIGRATORY BIRD DAY HIKE Take a hike through the Frick Woods to learn about these tiny travelers and what the Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy, Western Pennsylvania Conservancy, Allegheny Goatscape, The Carnegie Museum of Natural History, and the Allegheny Bird Conservation Alliance, are doing to help them along their way. The hike is approximately one mile…
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Mellon Park Action Plan Community Meeting – May 11
Mellon Park Action Plan Community Meeting – May 11
The goal of the Mellon Park Action Plan will be to create a unified vision for the park based on community and municipal priorities for park restoration, developments, and activities. The Action Plan will expand on the “Mellon Park Preservation and Management Plan,” completed in 2000, which focused on historical and cultural assets in the…
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Mellon Park Action Plan Community Meeting – May 12
Mellon Park Action Plan Community Meeting – May 12
The goal of the Mellon Park Action Plan will be to create a unified vision for the park based on community and municipal priorities for park restoration, developments, and activities. The Action Plan will expand on the “Mellon Park Preservation and Management Plan,” completed in 2000, which focused on historical and cultural assets in the…
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Hike with a Naturalist – Spring Birding
Hike with a Naturalist – Spring Birding
As spring kicks into full gear, millions of birds pass to and through Pittsburgh on their annual migration to their breeding grounds. Join Naturalist Educator Stephen Bucklin for an early morning hike through Highland Park to observe and learn about these amazing animals. We will walk approximately 1-2 miles over varying terrain. Beginning birders are…
Northside Farmers Market
Northside Farmers Market
Come support local vendors at the Northside Farmers Market! This is one of four markets operated by the City of Pittsburgh’s Special Events Office. The Fresh Access program enables shoppers to use their food stamps, credit and debit cards to buy fresh, locally grown food. Food Bucks give Fresh Access food stamp shoppers extra money to spend on fruits and vegetables. …
Natural Happy Hour – May 14, 2021
Natural Happy Hour – May 14, 2021
Join leader Donna Tarkett for a Natural Happy Hour geared toward individuals in recovery. Each week, the group will go on a hike in South Side Park with a focus on being present, centering, and somatics. Each walk will have a theme around concepts from recovery programs as a meditative focus (e.g. gratitude). Meet at…
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Wellness Series Hike – May 16, 2021
Wellness Series Hike – May 16, 2021
Join leader Donna Tarkett for a 3-part Wellness Walk Series in Frick Park. Each session will center on a quiet, slow-paced hike on wooded trails focused on using nature for wellness. The program will also cover psycho-education regarding scientific findings about using nature for mental health. Activities during the hike will engage participants by calling…
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Wellness Wednesday – Zumba – Allegheny Commons Park
Wellness Wednesday – Zumba – Allegheny Commons Park
This class is an energizing dance fitness program that combines Latin and international music with dance moves. Zumba routines incorporate interval training, alternating fast and slow rhythms, to help improve cardiovascular fitness. You'll burn a lot of calories and have fun doing it! The class will take place by Lake Elizabeth, W North Ave and Monterey St.…
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Northside Farmers Market
Northside Farmers Market
Come support local vendors at the Northside Farmers Market! This is one of four markets operated by the City of Pittsburgh’s Special Events Office. The Fresh Access program enables shoppers to use their food stamps, credit and debit cards to buy fresh, locally grown food. Food Bucks give Fresh Access food stamp shoppers extra money to spend on fruits and vegetables. …
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Wellness Series Hike – May 23, 2021
Wellness Series Hike – May 23, 2021
Join leader Donna Tarkett for a 3-part Wellness Walk Series in Frick Park. Each session will center on a quiet, slow-paced hike on wooded trails focused on using nature for wellness. The program will also cover psycho-education regarding scientific findings about using nature for mental health. Activities during the hike will engage participants by calling…
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Wellness Wednesday – Zumba – Allegheny Commons Park
Wellness Wednesday – Zumba – Allegheny Commons Park
This class is an energizing dance fitness program that combines Latin and international music with dance moves. Zumba routines incorporate interval training, alternating fast and slow rhythms, to help improve cardiovascular fitness. You'll burn a lot of calories and have fun doing it! The class will take place by Lake Elizabeth, W North Ave and Monterey St.…
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Northside Farmers Market
Northside Farmers Market
Come support local vendors at the Northside Farmers Market! This is one of four markets operated by the City of Pittsburgh’s Special Events Office. The Fresh Access program enables shoppers to use their food stamps, credit and debit cards to buy fresh, locally grown food. Food Bucks give Fresh Access food stamp shoppers extra money to spend on fruits and vegetables. …
Allegheny Commons Plant Walk
Allegheny Commons Plant Walk
Meet at the Northeast Fountain in Allegheny Commons Park as you enjoy a plant walk through the city scape! You may even be surprised by the edible and useable plants that are growing in this urban oasis. Click here to register! This walk is hosted in partnership with Counseling & Wellness Center of Pittsburgh!
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Wellness Wednesday – Zumba – Allegheny Commons Park
Wellness Wednesday – Zumba – Allegheny Commons Park
This class is an energizing dance fitness program that combines Latin and international music with dance moves. Zumba routines incorporate interval training, alternating fast and slow rhythms, to help improve cardiovascular fitness. You'll burn a lot of calories and have fun doing it! The class will take place by Lake Elizabeth, W North Ave and Monterey St.…
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Storytime in Allegheny Commons Park
Storytime in Allegheny Commons Park
You and your little learner are invited to join Storytime every Thursday at the Iron Deer in Allegheny Commons for a story reading. Recommended for toddlers. Location: Iron Deer Sculpture in West Park, Allegheny Commons.
Dance and Be Fit with Roland
Dance and Be Fit with Roland
Get moving with Roland! A great activity for families, friends and especially seniors. Everyone deserves the gift of better health especially when it can boost our immune system and help reduce stress. Instructor will break down physically distanced line dances for all abilities. Click here to register! Sponsored by UPMC Health Plan
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Storytime in Schenley Plaza
Storytime in Schenley Plaza
You and your little learner are invited to join Storytime every Friday in Schenley Plaza for a story reading followed by a free ride on the PNC Carousel (weather permitting).
Northside Farmers Market
Northside Farmers Market
Come support local vendors at the Northside Farmers Market! This is one of four markets operated by the City of Pittsburgh’s Special Events Office. The Fresh Access program enables shoppers to use their food stamps, credit and debit cards to buy fresh, locally grown food. Food Bucks give Fresh Access food stamp shoppers extra money to spend on fruits and vegetables. …
Allegheny Commons Plant Walk
Allegheny Commons Plant Walk
Meet at the Northeast Fountain in Allegheny Commons Park as you enjoy a plant walk through the city scape! You may even be surprised by the edible and useable plants that are growing in this urban oasis. Click here to register! This walk is hosted in partnership with Counseling & Wellness Center of Pittsburgh!
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Yoga in Allegheny Commons Park
Yoga in Allegheny Commons Park
Come and flow with Pittsburgh’s best yoga instructors from Yoga Studios in this free all levels yoga event. Bring your kids and enjoy the feeling of practicing yoga beneath the trees in this city park! Sound sessions and food trucks for some classes. These events are in partnership with the Counseling & Wellness Center of…
Meditation in Allegheny Commons Park
Meditation in Allegheny Commons Park
Meet at the Fountain in Allegheny Commons park and enjoy a mindfulness meditation focused on the calming sound of the fountain water. This is a meditation experience for all ages and all levels. This mindfulness practice is in partnership with Counseling & Wellness Center of Pittsburgh.