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Forest Bathing Walk with 10.27 Healing Partnership – Frick Park – 3/30/2023
Forest Bathing Walk with 10.27 Healing Partnership – Frick Park – 3/30/2023
Join certified guides for forest bathing on gentle walks in the parks while nurturing our connection to the natural world. Each session includes invitations to be present, craft your own experience, and share what you notice with other participants. What is forest bathing? Forest bathing is a guided exploration that centers on slowing down, unplugging,…
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Westinghouse Park Earth Month Celebration
Westinghouse Park Earth Month Celebration
When: Saturday, April 1 from 12:00 P.M. - 3:00 P.M. Where: Westinghouse Park (North Point Breeze) What: Join the Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy for a fun-filled day at Westinghouse Park as we celebrate Earth Month! Starting at 12:00 PM, we will have larger-than-life lawn games, balloon artists, free food, nature activities, live music, and so much…
Meet Me in the Park Children’s Activities – Westinghouse Park – 04/01/23
Meet Me in the Park Children’s Activities – Westinghouse Park – 04/01/23
Join us outside for some family-friendly activities in Westinghouse Park to celebrate Earth Month. Enjoy nature as we play, create, and explore with simple nature activities! This program is best for families with younger children (under 8). REGISTER HERE Accessibility Info: Path: Paved, Grass Slope: Varying This is part of an Earth Month activity, generously…
Trees and History Walk – Westinghouse Park – 04/01/23
Trees and History Walk – Westinghouse Park – 04/01/23
Come learn about the history of the origins of Westinghouse Park and explore the trees and other nature that call the park their home with Naturalist Educator Nyjah Cephas. This program is best for adults only (ages 14+). The hike meet at the entrance of Westinghouse Park on N Murtland St across from Starling Way.…
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Table Top Tuesday: Board Games
Table Top Tuesday: Board Games
Grab lunch from one of the food kiosks in the park and enjoy a selection of free table-top games under the Schenley Plaza tent every Tuesday through October! Games are available on a first come basis. No registration required. This program is truly for all ages! Accessibility info: Slope grade -Flat Please note that a…
Celebrate the Earth with Forest Bathing – Frick Environmental Center – 04/04/23
Celebrate the Earth with Forest Bathing – Frick Environmental Center – 04/04/23
What is Forest Bathing? Well, it is not a nature walk or a fitness hike. It is a 90 minute guided visit into the natural world where we will slow down, awaken our senses and nurture our relationship with nature. Through a series of invitations, you will find your own ways of connecting with nature…
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Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank Distribution
Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank Distribution
A walk-in event where guests pick up their own food under the Schenley Plaza tent, which will offer a mix of loose grocery items, focusing on produce and frozen protein, in family-sized portions. Guests find it helpful to bring boxes or bags and a rolling cart. You will complete a short registration process onsite, and…
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Yoga in the Plaza – Schenley Plaza – Heartfulness Flow
Yoga in the Plaza – Schenley Plaza – Heartfulness Flow
3 Rivers Outdoor Co., the Pittsburgh Innovation District, and the Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy have teamed up to bring biweekly yoga to Schenley Plaza for the 2023 season. Welcome to your post-work, post-class Happy Hour Yoga Flow in Oakland! Skip the stress of rush hour and stretch in the grass at Schenley Plaza as our instructors…
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Allegheny Commons Earth Month Celebration
Allegheny Commons Earth Month Celebration
When: Saturday, April 8 from 11:30 A.M. - 2:30 P.M. Where: Allegheny Commons Park (Northside) What: Join the Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy for a fun-filled day at Allegheny Commons Park as we celebrate Earth Month! Starting at 11:30 AM, we will have larger-than-life lawn games, balloon artists, free food, nature activities, live music, and so much…
What the Muck?! Lake Elizabeth Volunteer Clean Up – 04/08/2023
What the Muck?! Lake Elizabeth Volunteer Clean Up – 04/08/2023
Help clean up Lake Elizabeth in Allegheny Commons. This volunteer event includes garden maintenance, mulching, and general park clean up. Bring a water bottle to stay hydrated. There is a bathroom on site and free street parking. REGISTER HERE. Park Location: https://goo.gl/maps/KTdhBMjsT8Tf6fgf7 You will need the following: Close-toed shoes (mandatory) Long pants (recommended) Close-toed shoes…
Story Hike: Planting a Rainbow – Allegheny Commons – 04/08/2023
Story Hike: Planting a Rainbow – Allegheny Commons – 04/08/2023
Spring is a time of new growth and color! Celebrate the colors of spring at Allegheny Commons by listening to a read aloud of Planting a Rainbow by Lois Ehlert. Afterwards help create a colorful display on the paths with sidewalk chalk to welcome spring. This program meets at Lake Elizabeth. REGISTER HERE. Accessibility Info:…
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Birding Pittsburgh’s Parks – Schenley Plaza
Birding Pittsburgh’s Parks – Schenley Plaza
New to birding? Looking for a group to bird with? Join Naturalist Educator Stephen Bucklin in Birding Pittsburgh's Parks. Beginners are welcome, and binoculars will be available for those who would like to borrow a pair for the walk. In April we will meet at Schenley Plaza - at the large white tent. Meeting location…
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Table Top Tuesday: Board Games
Table Top Tuesday: Board Games
Grab lunch from one of the food kiosks in the park and enjoy a selection of free table-top games under the Schenley Plaza tent every Tuesday through October! Games are available on a first come basis. No registration required. This program is truly for all ages! Accessibility info: Slope grade -Flat Please note that a…
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What the Muck?! Lake Elizabeth Volunteer Clean Up – 04/12/2023
What the Muck?! Lake Elizabeth Volunteer Clean Up – 04/12/2023
Help clean up Lake Elizabeth in Allegheny Commons. This volunteer event includes garden maintenance, mulching, and general park clean up. Bring a water bottle to stay hydrated. There is a bathroom on site and free street parking. REGISTER HERE. Park Location: https://goo.gl/maps/KTdhBMjsT8Tf6fgf7 You will need the following: Close-toed shoes (mandatory) Long pants (recommended) Close-toed shoes…
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What the Muck?! Lake Elizabeth Volunteer Clean Up – 04/13/2023
What the Muck?! Lake Elizabeth Volunteer Clean Up – 04/13/2023
Help clean up Lake Elizabeth in Allegheny Commons. This volunteer event includes garden maintenance, mulching, and general park clean up. Bring a water bottle to stay hydrated. There is a bathroom on site and free street parking. REGISTER HERE. Park Location: https://goo.gl/maps/KTdhBMjsT8Tf6fgf7 You will need the following: Close-toed shoes (mandatory) Long pants (recommended) Close-toed shoes…
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McKinley Park Earth Month Celebration
McKinley Park Earth Month Celebration
McKinley Park Earth Month Celebration When: Saturday, April 15 from 12:00 P.M. - 3:00 P.M. Where: McKinley Park (Beltzhoover) What: Join the Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy for a fun-filled day at McKinley Park as we celebrate Earth Month! Starting at 12:00 PM, we will have larger-than-life lawn games, balloon artists, free food, nature activities, live music,…
Healing Relaxation Mini-Retreat – Frick Environmental Center – 4/15/23
Healing Relaxation Mini-Retreat – Frick Environmental Center – 4/15/23
A three hour Healing Relaxation mini-retreat is meant to aid relaxation of body and mind. We will explore and experience the benefits of developing calmer states of mind and body through breathing exercises, guided relaxations and visualizations, self-massage, and simple movement exercises. Participants are invited to continue with a 12 hour Healing Relaxation course after…
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Volunteer Event: Friends of Phillips Park Tree Planting 4/18/23
Volunteer Event: Friends of Phillips Park Tree Planting 4/18/23
Are you a tree lover who wants to make an impact? Join us at Phillips Park for a volunteer event where we will will be planting trees throughout the park! Click here to register. Media Release: Please note that a photographer may be on-site to capture photos and video from the program. The photos/video captured…
Table Top Tuesday: Board Games
Table Top Tuesday: Board Games
Grab lunch from one of the food kiosks in the park and enjoy a selection of free table-top games under the Schenley Plaza tent every Tuesday through October! Games are available on a first come basis. No registration required. This program is truly for all ages! Accessibility info: Slope grade -Flat Please note that a…
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Opening Day for the PNC Carousel
Opening Day for the PNC Carousel
Take a spin on the PNC Carousel in Schenley Plaza. All riders must have a token. Caregivers accompanying children under the age of 3 may ride for free. $2 per ride. Tokens may be purchased at the token kiosk with a credit card or at Asia Tea House with cash. Family Passes may be purchased…
FEC Outdoor Sensory Classroom Virtual Public Meeting – 4/19/23
FEC Outdoor Sensory Classroom Virtual Public Meeting – 4/19/23
Please join us for a public meeting about the Frick Environmental Center (FEC) Outdoor Sensory Classroom project!The Parks Conservancy and their design team will present the preferred plan for the Outdoor Sensory Classroom. The preferred plan responds directly to community and stakeholder feedback received during the concept design phase, and will include more detailed information…
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Yoga in the Plaza – Schenley Plaza – Mobility Flow
Yoga in the Plaza – Schenley Plaza – Mobility Flow
3 Rivers Outdoor Co., the Pittsburgh Innovation District, and the Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy have teamed up to bring biweekly yoga to Schenley Plaza for the 2023 season. Welcome to your post-work, post-class Happy Hour Yoga Flow in Oakland! Skip the stress of rush hour and stretch in the grass at Schenley Plaza as our instructors…
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Celebrate the Earth with Forest Bathing – Frick Environmental Center – 04/21/2023
Celebrate the Earth with Forest Bathing – Frick Environmental Center – 04/21/2023
What is Forest Bathing? Well, it is not a nature walk or a fitness hike. It is a 90 minute guided visit into the natural world where we will slow down, awaken our senses and nurture our relationship with nature. Through a series of invitations, you will find your own ways of connecting with nature…
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Schenley Plaza Earth Month Celebration
Schenley Plaza Earth Month Celebration
Schenley Plaza Earth Month Celebration When: Saturday, April 22 from 12:00 P.M. - 3:00 P.M. Where: Schenley Plaza (Oakland) What: Join the Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy for a fun-filled day at Schenley Plaza as we celebrate Earth Month! Starting at 12:00 PM, we will have larger-than-life lawn games, balloon artists, free food, nature activities, live music,…
Tree Pittsburgh Tree Giveaway
Tree Pittsburgh Tree Giveaway
Add some beauty to your yard with two trees from Tree Pittsburgh! Registration will be required and will be announced on March 20, 2023. Pick up your trees on Saturday, April 22, 2023, anytime between 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM, at the Schenley Park Visitors Center! During this timeframe, University of Pittsburgh, Oakland Planning & Development…
Meet me in the Park – Schenley Plaza – 04/22/2023
Meet me in the Park – Schenley Plaza – 04/22/2023
Join us outside for some family-friendly activities in Schenley Plaza to celebrate Earth Month. Enjoy nature as we play, create, and explore with simple nature activities! This program is best for families with younger children (under 8). REGISTER HERE. Accessibility Info: Path: Paved, Grass Slope: Flat This is part of an Earth Month activity,…
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FEC Outdoor Sensory Classroom Public Meeting- 4/23/2023
FEC Outdoor Sensory Classroom Public Meeting- 4/23/2023
Please join us for a public meeting about the Frick Environmental Center (FEC) Outdoor Sensory Classroom project! The Parks Conservancy and their design team will present the preferred plan for the Outdoor Sensory Classroom. The preferred plan responds directly to community and stakeholder feedback received during the concept design phase, and will include more detailed…
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Table Top Tuesday: Board Games
Table Top Tuesday: Board Games
Grab lunch from one of the food kiosks in the park and enjoy a selection of free table-top games under the Schenley Plaza tent every Tuesday through October! Games are available on a first come basis. No registration required. This program is truly for all ages! Accessibility info: Slope grade -Flat Please note that a…
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Plaza to Park Trail Run – Schenley Plaza
Plaza to Park Trail Run – Schenley Plaza
3 Rivers Outdoor Co., the Pittsburgh Innovation District, and the Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy have teamed up to bring biweekly trail runs to Schenley Park & Plaza for the 2023 season. Lace up your trail runners and join us for our popular Trail Run in Oakland! We'll meet in Schenley Plaza and hit the pavement, making…
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Final Friday’s Disc Golf Party – Schenley Plaza
Final Friday’s Disc Golf Party – Schenley Plaza
3 Rivers Outdoor Co., the Pittsburgh Innovation District, and the Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy have teamed up to bring disc golf to Schenley Plaza. Fly into the weekend with a Final Friday's Disc Golf Party - grab your friends or co-workers to play 18-holes on Schenley Park's classic disc golf course; then, venture to Schenley Plaza…
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August Wilson Park Earth Month Celebration
August Wilson Park Earth Month Celebration
August Wilson Park Earth Month Celebration When: Saturday, April 29 from 11:00 A.M. - 6:00 P.M. Where: August Wilson Park (Hill District) What: Join the Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy for a fun-filled day at August Wilson Park as we celebrate Earth Month! Starting at 11:00 AM, we will have larger-than-life lawn games, balloon artists, free food,…
Volunteer Event: Friends of Phillips Park Spring Clean Up 4/29/23
Volunteer Event: Friends of Phillips Park Spring Clean Up 4/29/23
All hands on deck! Come help us beautify Phillips Park! This event is hosted by the Friends of Phillips Park and Parks Conservancy with support from the Citiparks staff at the Phillips Park Rec Center! Tasks will include litter picking throughout the park and neighborhood, invasive plant removal, mulching of the entrance to the rec…
Meet me in the Park – August Wilson Park – 04/29/2023
Meet me in the Park – August Wilson Park – 04/29/2023
Join us outside for some family-friendly activities in August Wilson Park to celebrate Earth Month. Enjoy nature as we play, create, and explore with simple nature activities! This program is best for families with younger children (under 8). REGISTER HERE. This is part of an Earth Month activity, generously sponsored by Green Mountain Energy.…
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2nd Annual Musical Autism Awareness Concert
2nd Annual Musical Autism Awareness Concert
Join the 2nd Annual Musical Autism Awareness event! This concert features live music, during which audience members are welcome to sit, stand, walk around, dance and more. All behaviors are welcome. This program is truly for all ages! No registration required. Just show up at the Schenley Plaza, and enjoy the show! Accessibility Info: Slope…
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Table Top Tuesday: Board Games
Table Top Tuesday: Board Games
Grab lunch from one of the food kiosks in the park and enjoy a selection of free table-top games under the Schenley Plaza tent every Tuesday through October! Games are available on a first come basis. No registration required. This program is truly for all ages! Accessibility info: Slope grade -Flat Please note that a…
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Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank Distribution
Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank Distribution
A walk-in event where guests pick up their own food under the Schenley Plaza tent, which will offer a mix of loose grocery items, focusing on produce and frozen protein, in family-sized portions. Guests find it helpful to bring boxes or bags and a rolling cart. You will complete a short registration process onsite, and…
Earth Care, Self Care Session – Schenley Park Visitors Center
Earth Care, Self Care Session – Schenley Park Visitors Center
Two-hour Earth care, Self care Session is a time and space where participants are invited to pause, relax, and connect with themselves and the natural world we are a part of. During each session, we will do a short relaxation practice, a nature-based practice, and explore creative expression with colors, forms and materials from nature.…
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Yoga in the Plaza – Schenley Plaza -Vinyasa Flow
Yoga in the Plaza – Schenley Plaza -Vinyasa Flow
3 Rivers Outdoor Co., the Pittsburgh Innovation District, and the Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy have teamed up to bring biweekly yoga to Schenley Plaza for the 2023 season. Welcome to your post-work, post-class Happy Hour Yoga Flow in Oakland! Skip the stress of rush hour and stretch in the grass at Schenley Plaza as our instructors…
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2023 PNC Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy Spring Hat Luncheon
2023 PNC Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy Spring Hat Luncheon
In 2023, we’re tipping our hats to 25 years of progress in Pittsburgh’s parks. Since the PNC Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy Spring Hat Luncheon was founded in 1999 by Ritchie Battle and Audrey Hillman Fisher, with support from Teresa Heinz, the event has provided more than $10.5 million in direct support of Pittsburgh’s magnificent park system.…