Homepage Archive - July 2009
America on the Move Walk | posted 7.29.09
The Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy, KDKA, America on the Move, and UPMC Health Plan want you to come out for a fitness walk in Riverview Park on Saturday, August 1 at 6:00pm. As part of the America on the Move health initiative, we'll get you moving while enjoying the beautiful natural environment of Riverview Park. No RSVP is required; just show up ready to walk! Then stay afterwards for a jazz concert by Carolyn Perteete and a screening of "Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull" on the big screen.
Pedal Paddle Peduto | posted 7.29.09
Join City Councilman Bill Peduto and representatives from the Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy, the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy, and Friends of the Pittsburgh Urban Forest for an educational hike through Schenley Park this Sunday at 1:00pm. We'll discuss the development of city parks, trees, and urban green spaces. The walk is $10 for Venture Outdoors members and $14 for non-members, and you can sign up here.
WYEP Final Friday | posted 7.28.09
It's time once again for WYEP's Final Friday concert at Schenley Plaza! Join us under the tent at 7:00pm this Friday for a free performance by Scott Miller and the Commonwealth.
Sundays in the Park | posted 7.20.09
Our summer concert series at the Schenley Park Cafe and Visitor Center is underway! Join us on the tented patio every Sunday from 12:30 to 3:30 for free concerts from some of Pittsburgh's finest musicians. Bring a blanket and grab lunch or a drink from the Cafe. The complete schedule of performers can be found here.
Save the Dates | posted 7.13.09
The Parks Conservancy is excited to announce two lectures we'll be hosting this September. On September 3, renowned landscape architect Walter Hood will discuss his plan for greening the Hill District. And on September 21, Doug Blonsky of the Central Park Conservancy and Tim Fulton, formerly of the Buffalo Olmsted Parks Conservancy, will outline the pros and cons of a zone management approach to park maintenance. We'll be updating this page with more information and how you can reserve your space!