HONOR JUNETEENTH AT FRICK PARK

This Friday, June 10, is our annual Juneteenth celebration at the Frick Environmental Center!

On this day, take a tour of the From Slavery to Freedom Garden – an outdoor extension of the Heinz History Center’s From Slavery to Freedom exhibit. 

Afterward, catch live, local music featuring artists Sierra Sellers and Chandra Rhyme at our Juneteenth Concert. This concert is powered by solar energy from sustainable energy partner, ZeroFossil. Please register in advance for yourself and invite your friends!

THANK YOU TO OUR SPRING HAT LUNCHEON SUPPORTERS!

The 2022 PNC Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy Spring Hat Luncheon was a day to remember! On May 7, supporters from all around the city celebrated the power of parks at the Highland Park Entry Garden. We sincerely appreciate everyone who joined us for this amazing day, despite the weather conditions.

To our partners, supporters, vendors, attendees, and sponsors, THANK YOU for making this event a success! 

PRIDE IN THE PARKS

Parks are a space where all are welcome.

To kick off Pride Month, we invite you to celebrate on all your virtual meetings with pride-themed background images. Click the link below to download the images!

P.S. Stay tuned for our "Pride in the Parks" video later this month! Make sure to follow us @pittsburghparks on TikTok and Instagram.

CALLING ALL GAMERS!

Come out. Have fun. Make friends. Play a game. Enjoy music!

E-Parks, a video game experience in Schenley Plaza, welcomes Pittsburghers from across the region to enjoy an evening of community and connection. Read our recent blog to see what's in store for this event series or RSVP for our next night of gaming! 

SHARE YOUR THOUGHTS ON THE MELLON PARK ACTION PLAN DRAFT REPORT

The draft report for the Mellon Park Action Plan will be available for review and public comment this afternoon! The draft report provides an overview of the Action Plan process and a detailed description of the plan recommendations and implementation approach.

We want to hear from you about improving this magnificent park space! The draft report is available for comment until June 27, so click the link below to share your feedback.

AVIAN DATA TO GUIDE CLAYTON HILL RESTORATION

The Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy and several local partners have researched avian activity in the Clayton Hill section of Frick Park. The collective organizations monitor bird species during the summer breeding and fall migration seasons to interpret the habitat quality of the areas we are working to restore.

Now, two years into our monitoring process our partners at the Western PA Conservancy have compiled our first summary report about the bird species that rely on Clayton Hill for fall migration and summer breeding habitat. Click the link below to read more about the results.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES AT EMERALD VIEW PARK

Last month, a group of genrous volunteers got together at Emerald View Park to clean up the Grandview Entry Garden and the Anchor Green Garden. Thanks to their hard work, the gardens are looking fresh and colorful for the upcoming summer season! 

Clean-up and planting events will take place throughout the summer at Emerald View Park. Check out our full schedule of events to sign up for an upcoming volunteer activity!

A special thanks to Mount Washington Community Development Corporation and Neighbors on the Mount for partnering on this event series! 

PARKS ARE FOR... KIDS!

Saturday, May 21 marked National Kids to Parks Day, and we had a blast celebrating at Schenley Plaza and the Frick Environmental Center with you!

Check out the video below for a recap of the day, which featured performances from Squonk Opera, free rides on the PNC Carousel, and a Nature Play Date! 

P.S. More fun is on the way! Don't forget to join us for one of our upcoming Kid's Days at Schenley Plaza or Family Days at Allegheny Commons. We hope to see you there!

GIVE A GIFT IN HONOR OF FATHER'S DAY

Gift a gift in honor of the fatherly figure in your life! Whether it's your dad, a grandparent, or someone special in your life, give the give that gives back while leaving a lasting legacy. Place a park bench or plant a tree in someone’s name, or you can even coordinate a volunteer event in their honor!

PROTECT YOURSELF FROM TICKS THIS SEASON

As the weather warms and you begin to spend more time outdoors this season, it's crucial to protect yourselves against ticks.

Remember to treat your clothing with a repellent, look thoroughly for ticks when returning from the outdoors, and check your pets regularly for these pesty creatures. Click the link below to learn more about how you can take steps to stay safe from ticks this season.