BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Grounded Strategies - ECPv6.14.0//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Grounded Strategies X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://groundedpgh.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Grounded Strategies REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Halifax BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0300 TZNAME:ADT DTSTART:20190310T060000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0300 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:AST DTSTART:20191103T050000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0300 TZNAME:ADT DTSTART:20200308T060000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0300 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:AST DTSTART:20201101T050000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0300 TZNAME:ADT DTSTART:20210314T060000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0300 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:AST DTSTART:20211107T050000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0300 TZNAME:ADT DTSTART:20220313T060000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0300 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:AST DTSTART:20221106T050000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0300 TZNAME:ADT DTSTART:20230312T060000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0300 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:AST DTSTART:20231105T050000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0300 TZNAME:ADT DTSTART:20240310T060000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0300 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:AST DTSTART:20241103T050000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20240329T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20240329T190000 DTSTAMP:20260414T075018 CREATED:20240130T173700Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240130T174015Z UID:25487-1711733400-1711738800@groundedpgh.org SUMMARY:CommunityCare Kickoff DESCRIPTION:Another year of CommunityCare is here! Join us as we go over the details of this upcoming season while enjoying some delicious food! URL:https://groundedpgh.org/event/communitycare-kickoff/ LOCATION:Ascender\, 6401 Penn Ave\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15206\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event,Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://groundedpgh.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/CC-Eventbrites-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Grounded Strategies":MAILTO:info@groundedpgh.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230916T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230916T110000 DTSTAMP:20260414T075018 CREATED:20230707T162648Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230822T175219Z UID:25253-1694854800-1694862000@groundedpgh.org SUMMARY:Geared Up & Grounded DESCRIPTION:It’s time to ride! \nThis year’s Annual Bike Tour event will feature Grounded’s projects in Larimer & Homewood! \nWe’ll be gathering at Bakery Square (6425 Penn Ave\, Pittsburgh PA\, 15206) before the ride where there will be POGOH bikes available for those who do not have a bike. \nOfficial Start Time: 9:00am \nFolks from our Bakery Square sponsors will speak briefly before push-off! \nJoin the Grounded team for a bike ride to visit vibrant\, reclaimed community green spaces. \nThe Pittsburgh region has over 30\,000 vacant lots\, many of which are overgrown and unmaintained. More importantly\, most of these vacant lots are concentrated in black and brown communities that are also low-income\, creating an environmental and racial justice emergency. \nGrounded elevates community champions and their efforts to reclaim these abandoned spaces\, and turn them into vibrant community assets for everyone to enjoy. Come along and see these sites firsthand and meet the neighborhood advocates making it happen! \nAt each stop\, we will speak to community partners\, learning about their journey and the transformation of vacant spaces into activated places. \nThe ride will feature gentle grades and a slow to moderate pace. \nSponsored in part by URL:https://groundedpgh.org/event/geared-up-grounded/ LOCATION:Bakery Square\, 6425 Penn Ave\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15206\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event,Fundraiser ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://groundedpgh.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/GUG-2023-Logo-Black-Transparent.png ORGANIZER;CN="Grounded Strategies":MAILTO:info@groundedpgh.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20210320T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20210320T150000 DTSTAMP:20260414T075018 CREATED:20210225T193135Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210225T193135Z UID:22767-1616238000-1616252400@groundedpgh.org SUMMARY:Love Your Neighborhood DESCRIPTION:Step outside and get a breath of fresh air with Grounded and local advocate Valerie Testa for the third seasonal Winter clean-up! \nShow some love for Hazelwood in this new year and get to know your neighbors by tending to some areas that need extra love. After you can try your luck at a t-shirt and beanie giveaway with a safe\, socially distant “thank-you” wrap-up featuring complimentary warm sips\, delicious bites\, and more. \nThere will be two check-in locations for your convenience: at The Lot on Renova ST or in the parking lot of Hazelwood Initiative’s offices (4901 Second Avenue) at 11 AM. Grounded will then lead 6-8 small groups of volunteers to multiple areas of the neighborhood to partake in a clean-up. You’ll be given your tools like bags\, picks\, and work gloves to get into helping make Hazelwood shine. Enjoy hot drinks and refreshments while you work. \nTo celebrate everyone’s hard work and love for the neighborhood\, join us at our after-party gathering for much-needed bites\, hot beverages\, music\, and Hazelwood Local giveaways all back at The Lot on Renova ST. \nRSVP here to reserve your spot! \nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/love-your-neighborhood-community-clean-up-tickets-137685991507?aff= URL:https://groundedpgh.org/event/love-your-neighborhood/ LOCATION:100 Renova St\, Pittsburgh\, PA 15207\, United States\, 100 Renova Street\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15207\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event,For Fun,Partner Event,Volunteer ORGANIZER;CN="Grounded Strategies":MAILTO:info@groundedpgh.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20201031T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20201031T133000 DTSTAMP:20260414T075018 CREATED:20200930T055308Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201027T202746Z UID:22593-1604136600-1604151000@groundedpgh.org SUMMARY:Geared Up and Grounded: Bike Tour DESCRIPTION:It’s time to ride!\nThis year’s 9th Annual Bike Tour event will feature Grounded’s projects in Hazelwood & Braddock!\nJoin the Grounded team for a fall bike ride to visit vibrant\, reclaimed community green spaces.  \nThe Pittsburgh region has over 30\,000 vacant lots\, many of which are overgrown and unmaintained. More importantly\, the majority of these vacant lots are concentrated in black and brown communities that happen to also be low-income\, creating an environmental and racial justice emergency. \nGrounded elevates community champions and their efforts to reclaim these abandoned spaces\, and turn them into vibrant community assets for everyone to enjoy. Come along and see these sites firsthand and meet the neighborhood advocates making it happen!  \nCostumes encouraged! A Prize for best costume will be determined by guest judges!!! \nAt each stop\, we will speak to community partners\, learning about their journey and the transformation of vacant spaces into activated places. For those who do not have a bike\, Healthy Ride bikes will be available for use! After the guided bike tour marshaled by Pittsburgh Major Taylor Cycling Club. \nThe ride will feature gentle grades\, a slow to moderate pace\, and the route length is approximately 20 miles. \n*COVID Protocol: All riders are required to wear a mask during the ride! \n \n  \n  \n \n\nSpecial thank you to our sponsors:\n\n  \n  \n  \nSpecial thank you to our in-kind sponsors:\n  URL:https://groundedpgh.org/event/gug-2020/ LOCATION:Grounded Strategies\, 6587 Hamilton Avenue\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15206\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event,For Fun,Fundraiser,Partner Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://groundedpgh.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Simple-2020-Web-Banner.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Grounded Strategies":MAILTO:info@groundedpgh.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20200315T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20200315T160000 DTSTAMP:20260414T075018 CREATED:20200225T182332Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200315T022536Z UID:22178-1584270000-1584288000@groundedpgh.org SUMMARY:Event Postponed-TBD Hazelwood Green Playces Workday DESCRIPTION:This workday will be rescheduled at a later date. For the safety of our community members\, staff and volunteers\, we have decided to postpone this workday. Thanks for your understanding. \nThis workday will be centered around our new Green Playces site that will serve as a sensory garden upon completion. We will be working at Every Buddy’s Garden to ready it for planting and the upcoming growing season. \nThe volunteers will be assisting in mulch spreading\, planting of a few trees\, weed pulling\, possible construction of some raised-bed planting features. Fun jobs for kids will also be prepped and ready for all ages. Please join us in readying this space for the formal building of these learning structures and sensory additions. \nAll ages and abilities welcomed. Water and refreshments provided\, reuseable drink containers are most welcome! \nPlease come dressed in clothes that are dirt friendly! \nVenue Instructions: The site is located at the corner of Lytle Street and Elizabeth Street. Street parking is available and bathrooms onsite. URL:https://groundedpgh.org/event/gp_everybuddysgarden_workday/ LOCATION:Hazelwood GP Sensory Garden\, Lytle St\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15207 CATEGORIES:Community Event,Education,For Fun,Volunteer ORGANIZER;CN="Grounded Strategies":MAILTO:info@groundedpgh.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20200310T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20200310T200000 DTSTAMP:20260414T075018 CREATED:20200220T173230Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200302T172535Z UID:22165-1583863200-1583870400@groundedpgh.org SUMMARY:Breaking Down The Borough DESCRIPTION:Join us for an open panel discussion with Wilkinsburg borough officials to learn how the borough functions\, how it deals with vacant land\, and how neighbors can help with vacant property. Food and drinks will be available! \nPlease RSVP through our Facebook event page! \n  URL:https://groundedpgh.org/event/breaking-down-the-borough/ LOCATION:Wilkinsburg Borough Building\, 605 Ross Avenue\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15221\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event,Panel Discussion,Volunteer,Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://groundedpgh.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/32A6A1F0-91C8-4124-B496-05BDE2D16F82.png ORGANIZER;CN="Grounded Strategies":MAILTO:info@groundedpgh.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20200228T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20200228T140000 DTSTAMP:20260414T075018 CREATED:20200207T164002Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200207T164002Z UID:22149-1582884000-1582898400@groundedpgh.org SUMMARY:Hazelwood GSI Workday! DESCRIPTION:Spring is just around the corner! Come help Grounded as we prepare our green stormwater infrastructure projects for the upcoming season! This workday will primarily consist of mulching and adding finishing touches to the site. URL:https://groundedpgh.org/event/hazelwood-gsi-workday/ LOCATION:Hazelwood\, 309 Flowers Ave\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15207\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event,For Fun,Volunteer ORGANIZER;CN="Grounded Strategies":MAILTO:info@groundedpgh.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20200211T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20200211T200000 DTSTAMP:20260414T075018 CREATED:20200129T165603Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200129T170803Z UID:22127-1581444000-1581451200@groundedpgh.org SUMMARY:Returning Vacant Land to Productive Use DESCRIPTION:Connecting local residents with resources regarding property stewardship\, acquisition\, and ownership through various models. Hear from a representative of the County’s Vacant Property Recovery Program and Attorney Wayne Cobb. URL:https://groundedpgh.org/event/returning-vacant-land-to-productive-use/ LOCATION:Civically\, Inc.\, 1001 Wood St\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15221\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event,Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://groundedpgh.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/FEB-11TH-FLYER.pdf ORGANIZER;CN="Grounded Strategies":MAILTO:info@groundedpgh.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20200109T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20200109T200000 DTSTAMP:20260414T075018 CREATED:20191218T190935Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200102T164803Z UID:22066-1578592800-1578600000@groundedpgh.org SUMMARY:Healing Our Soils Together: Building a Culture of Soil Keepers DESCRIPTION:Join us for a workshop on building community-scale initiatives that inspire and support environmental stewardship in Wilkinsburg and beyond. Nance Klehm\, author\, speaker\, and teacher\, will share ways we can engage local residents\, instigate ecological projects\, and build regenerative systems in ourselves and communities through soil and soul. Come learn strategies for relating to our communities in ways that build positive\, beautiful and ecologically-beneficial environments for our neighbors. Food and drinks provided.  \nPrior to Nance’s lecture\, Grounded will provide an update on the Wilkinsburg CommunityCare program\, including ways to get involved and participate in our upcoming workshop series\, and Grow Pittsburgh will share an exciting announcement regarding Wilkinsburg-based garden\, Garden Dreams. \nAfter Nance’s lecture\, participants will have the opportunity to ask questions and network with fellow community leaders to share ways that you’re restoring vacant land\, creating healthy food access\, and building networks of environmental actors. Please RSVP. \nSCHEDULE\n6:00 PM: Doors Open. Food and drinks available. \n6:30 PM: Healing Our Soils Together\, Nance Klehm \n7:30 PM: Networking \nLOCATION\nCivically’s office: 1001 Wood St\, Pittsburgh\, PA 15221-2129 \nABOUT NANCE\nNance Klehm has grounded her life in the practice of digging in the dirt. As the director of Social Ecologies (socialecologies.net)\, she works on soil restoration and remediation\, long-term landscape planning\, and community-focused regenerative soils and water systems in Chicago and around the world. An internationally respected consultant\, speaker\, and teacher\, she has contributed to the ongoing body of knowledge about soils and how to rebuild microbial\, mycological\, and mineral communities through her publication The Ground Rules: reconnecting soil and soul\, her book The Soil Keepers: interviews with practitioners on the ground beneath our feet\, her radio show “Spontaneous Vegetation\,” on Chicago’s WLPN\, and myriad writings and artworks of her own. \n  \n  \n  \nPurchase Tickets URL:https://groundedpgh.org/event/healing-our-soils-together/ LOCATION:Civically\, Inc.\, 1001 Wood St\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15221\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event,Education,Lecture,Workshops END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20191203T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20191203T200000 DTSTAMP:20260414T075018 CREATED:20191119T171949Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191119T171949Z UID:21986-1575394200-1575403200@groundedpgh.org SUMMARY:Allegheny Conference's 2019 Annual Meeting DESCRIPTION:Click here to go to the event site to register and for more details. \nChildcare is provided! URL:https://groundedpgh.org/event/allegheny-conferences-2019-annual-meeting/ LOCATION:Westin Convention Center Hotel\, 1000 Penn Avenue\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15222\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event,Conference END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20191130T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20191130T110000 DTSTAMP:20260414T075018 CREATED:20191119T172856Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191119T172856Z UID:21988-1575104400-1575111600@groundedpgh.org SUMMARY:WPXI Holiday Parade DESCRIPTION:The Grounded team\, along with some Ambassadors and Stewards\, will be walking in the WPXI Parade this year! Join us downtown to watch to see us walk or  watch us on TV! URL:https://groundedpgh.org/event/wpxi-holiday-parade/ LOCATION:downtown\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event,For Fun END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20191121T081500 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20191121T183000 DTSTAMP:20260414T075018 CREATED:20191114T182539Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191114T182539Z UID:21984-1574324100-1574361000@groundedpgh.org SUMMARY:Second Annual Three Rivers Urban Soils Symposium (TRUSS) DESCRIPTION:Join nationally acclaimed experts\, professionals and community practicioners for an exploration of urban soils and their relation to agriculture\, stormwater management\, habitat and climate. \nClick HERE for more information and to register! URL:https://groundedpgh.org/event/second-annual-three-rivers-urban-soils-symposium-truss/ LOCATION:Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens\, Inc.\, One Schenley Drive \, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15213\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event,Partner Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20191119T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20191119T193000 DTSTAMP:20260414T075018 CREATED:20191113T214824Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191113T214824Z UID:21978-1574182800-1574191800@groundedpgh.org SUMMARY:CommunityCare Gathering DESCRIPTION:Grounded is excited to host the first-ever CommunityCare Gathering – an event to bring together resident stewards that are working in Homewood\, Larimer\, and Wilkinsburg to beautify their neighborhood. To date\, CommunityCare stewards have invested more than 1\,300 hours improving their community. Each and every steward is a part of that amazing number and we want to take the time to reflect on this great accomplishment and what it means for the program and our communities.  \nThis event will be a celebration of the work the stewards are doing in their community as well as a way to learn about what other CommunityCare cohorts are focusing on. We will invite stewards to share lessons learned\, challenges\, and unique strengths of your neighborhood approach. Whether you’re a brand new steward or have been doing this work for years\, we want to hear from you. Please come when you can and stay at long as you can! URL:https://groundedpgh.org/event/communitycare-gathering/ LOCATION:The Shop – Homewood\, 621 N Dallas Ave\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15206-1112 CATEGORIES:Community Event,Education,For Fun ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://groundedpgh.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Untitled-design-5.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20191108T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20191108T150000 DTSTAMP:20260414T075018 CREATED:20191008T182947Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191008T183056Z UID:21898-1573219800-1573225200@groundedpgh.org SUMMARY:Hazelwood Garden Planting DESCRIPTION:Come help Grounded and residents of the Hazelwood community finish the green stormwater infrastructure implementation on Chatsworth Ave! This day will primarily focus on planting and mulching. \n  URL:https://groundedpgh.org/event/hazelwood-garden-planting/ LOCATION:4713 Chatsworth Ave\, Pittsburgh\, PA 15207\, USA\, 4713 Chatsworth Ave\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15207\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event,Education,Volunteer END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20191108T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20191108T130000 DTSTAMP:20260414T075018 CREATED:20191008T151455Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191008T151455Z UID:21895-1573207200-1573218000@groundedpgh.org SUMMARY:Flowers Avenue GSI Planting DESCRIPTION:Come help Grounded and residents of the Hazelwood community finish the green stormwater infrastructure implementation in Hazelwood. This day will focus on planting\, mulching and adding protective fencing around small shrubs. Come help us make a difference in the lives of our neighbors! URL:https://groundedpgh.org/event/flowers-avenue-gsi-planting/ LOCATION:323 flowers ave\, 323 Flowers Ave\, pittsburgh\, PA\, 15207\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event,Education,For Fun,Volunteer END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20191019T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20191019T150000 DTSTAMP:20260414T075018 CREATED:20191003T200609Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191003T200846Z UID:21834-1571475600-1571497200@groundedpgh.org SUMMARY:Work Day @ Morning Star Baptist Church-Hazelwood! DESCRIPTION:Come join the Grounded team as we work alongside TMC-Pittsburgh’s Hazelwood Platoon to finalize our year-long effort at The Morning Star Baptist Church! We will be completing the revitalization of the once-vacant lot next to the church before the weather gets too cold. Our goal is to do some planting\, complete the youth activity area\, and remove any trash and refuse from inside and outside of the church. Please come dressed in clothes you would not mind getting dirty! \nAll ages and abilities welcomed. Donuts\, coffee\, water\, and lunch will be provided\, so please register to allow us to have enough food. URL:https://groundedpgh.org/event/work-day-morning-star-baptist-church-hazelwood/ LOCATION:Morning Start Baptist Church-Hazelwood\, 5524 Second Ave\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15207\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event,Volunteer END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20191011T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20191011T130000 DTSTAMP:20260414T075018 CREATED:20191001T191844Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191001T191844Z UID:21877-1570784400-1570798800@groundedpgh.org SUMMARY:Community Care Laimer Workday DESCRIPTION:Help the Community Care stewards spruce up their sites before winter! We will be focusing on two lots in the community that could use some extra attention. Tasks include weeding\, mulching\, clearing debris\, and trimming grass. URL:https://groundedpgh.org/event/community-care-laimer-workday/ LOCATION:PA CATEGORIES:Community Event,Volunteer END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20191005T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20191005T150000 DTSTAMP:20260414T075018 CREATED:20191001T023717Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191001T023758Z UID:21875-1570269600-1570287600@groundedpgh.org SUMMARY:Help Build A Kid's Play Space in Pitcairn! DESCRIPTION:We will be in Pitcairn constructing a new green play space funded by Keurig Dr. Pepper and KaBOOM. Task include painting\, planting\, and installing landscape features. Sign up to volunteer for this community workday! \nGrand opening celebration after! URL:https://groundedpgh.org/event/help-build-a-kids-play-space-in-pitcairn/ LOCATION:Kenny Ave and Wood St\, Kenny Ave and Wood St\, Pitcairn\, PA\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event,Volunteer END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20190828T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20190828T120000 DTSTAMP:20260414T075018 CREATED:20190819T134437Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190819T134437Z UID:21758-1566982800-1566993600@groundedpgh.org SUMMARY:Hazelwood Bioswale Construction Volunteer Day (part 2) DESCRIPTION:Come out to Hazelwood and help us continue the construction of a bioswale! Tasks include excavation\, earth-moving\, and sod removal. URL:https://groundedpgh.org/event/hazelwood-bioswale-construction-volunteer-day-part-2/ LOCATION:323 flowers ave\, 323 Flowers Ave\, pittsburgh\, PA\, 15207\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event,Volunteer END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20190823T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20190823T133000 DTSTAMP:20260414T075018 CREATED:20190731T201053Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190731T201352Z UID:21669-1566558000-1566567000@groundedpgh.org SUMMARY:Hazelwood Bioswale Construction Volunteer Day DESCRIPTION:Come out to Hazelwood and help us with the construction of a bioswale! Tasks include excavation\, earth-moving\, and sod removal URL:https://groundedpgh.org/event/hazelwood-bioswale-construction/ LOCATION:323 flowers ave\, 323 Flowers Ave\, pittsburgh\, PA\, 15207\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event,Volunteer END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20190817T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20190817T160000 DTSTAMP:20260414T075018 CREATED:20190731T193410Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190731T193410Z UID:21666-1566032400-1566057600@groundedpgh.org SUMMARY:Hazelwood Green Playce: Volunteer Day with Mission Continues DESCRIPTION:Join us for our volunteer day with The Mission Continues\, Morning Star Baptist Church\, and\nthe greater Hazelwood community as we further revitalize the church and make\nupgrades to a once vacant lot. We will be painting\, building picnic\ntables\, laying gravel and mulch\, and more. All ages and abilities are welcome!\nBreakfast\, coffee\, lunch\, water\, t-shirts\, and all tools provided. \nPlease register online so we can provide enough food and tools! URL:https://groundedpgh.org/event/hazelwood-green-playce-volunteer-day-with-mission-continues/ LOCATION:Morningstar baptist Church\, Clairton\, PA 15025\, 307 Shaw Ave\, Clairton\, PA\, 15025 CATEGORIES:Community Event,Volunteer END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20190810T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20190810T160000 DTSTAMP:20260414T075018 CREATED:20190801T162816Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190807T161832Z UID:21685-1565445600-1565452800@groundedpgh.org SUMMARY:Arts and Crafts: Stormwater Edition DESCRIPTION:Bring the kids to learn about stormwater runoff and sanitary sewage overflow through the medium of art! This event will help kids to understand the severity of stormwater runoff through crafts. URL:https://groundedpgh.org/event/arts-and-crafts-stormwater-edition/ LOCATION:Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh – Hazelwood\, 5006 Second Avenue\, pittsburgh\, PA\, 15207\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event,Education,For Fun END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20190808T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20190808T180000 DTSTAMP:20260414T075018 CREATED:20190731T170006Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190731T170006Z UID:21658-1565262000-1565287200@groundedpgh.org SUMMARY:Hosanna House Health and Wellness Block Party DESCRIPTION:The Hosanna House is hosting a Health and Wellness Block Party to provide fun activities and health resources to the community. activities include: bounce house\, face painting\, caricatures\, carnival games\, cotton candy\, popcorn\, soul line dancing\, Zumba\, vendors and more! Grounded will have a table there from 1pm-4pm. URL:https://groundedpgh.org/event/hosanna-house-health-and-wellness-block-party/ LOCATION:Hosanna House\, 807 Wallace Ave\, Wilkinsburg\, PA\, 15221\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event,Partner Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20190803T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20190803T160000 DTSTAMP:20260414T075018 CREATED:20190801T160041Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190801T161341Z UID:21683-1564840800-1564848000@groundedpgh.org SUMMARY:Stormwater Runoff Round Table DESCRIPTION:Come learn about the issues surrounding stormwater runoff\, sanitary sewage overflow\, and the impact they have on your community. The purpose of this event is to get families motivated about taking care of their communities through education about stormwater runoff and how community members can get involved. URL:https://groundedpgh.org/event/stormwater-runoff-round-table/ LOCATION:Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh – Hazelwood\, 5006 Second Avenue\, pittsburgh\, PA\, 15207\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event,Education,Workshops END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20190627T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20190627T130000 DTSTAMP:20260414T075018 CREATED:20190605T160135Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190605T160158Z UID:21453-1561636800-1561640400@groundedpgh.org SUMMARY:LISC Safety & Justice – Collaborative Approaches for Safe Places DESCRIPTION:LISC Safety & Justice will present on their model of collaborative problems solving to address neighborhood crime and safety challenges\, including discussion of why we should concentrate on place\, the problem-solving process\, the roles of community partners\, and what success can look like. This method incorporates proven crime reduction strategies with relationship- and capacity-building approaches to support sustainable neighborhood improvement. The webinar will include an overview of the Alameda CountyEden Night Live project\, a LISC partnership with ArtPlace America to address community and public safety issues using creative placemaking. Bess Earl\, a former LISC partner\, with United Methodist Children’s Services\, and current Milwaukee LISC employee\, will discuss a comprehensive safety partnership in the Washington Park community and how concentrating on housing and community spaces helped a community rally for growth and safety. \nPresenter: Matt Perkins – Sr. Program Officer\, LISC Safety and Justice; Bess Earl – Program Officer\, Milwaukee LISC\nRegister Now >> \nIf you have any questions or topic suggestions for Cornerstone webinars\, please contact Justin Godard at jgodard@communityprogress.net. \nSupport from Bank of America makes the Cornerstone webinar series possible. URL:https://groundedpgh.org/event/lisc-safety-justice/ LOCATION:webinar CATEGORIES:Community Event,Education,Workshops,Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://groundedpgh.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/centerforcommunityprogress-e1559750478596.png ORGANIZER;CN="Center for Community Progress":MAILTO:callinger@communityprogress.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20190626T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20190626T180000 DTSTAMP:20260414T075018 CREATED:20190605T162905Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190605T162905Z UID:21457-1561536000-1561572000@groundedpgh.org SUMMARY:Air Quality Community Listening Session DESCRIPTION:Air Quality Community Listening Session that Council Person\, Erika Strassburger is hosting on Wednesday\, June 26th at 6:00 p.m. at Repair the World Pittsburgh (6022 Broad Street in East Liberty). The format will allow individuals and organizations to share their personal experiences and input on air quality in the Pittsburgh region. There will be a space where organizations can display educational materials\, as well. \n  URL:https://groundedpgh.org/event/air-quality-community-listening-session/ LOCATION:Repair The World: Pittsburgh\, 6022 Broad Street\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15206\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event,Education,Lecture,Partner Event ORGANIZER;CN="Councilperson Erika Strassburger":MAILTO:erika.strassburger@pittsburghpa.gov END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20190623T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20190623T160000 DTSTAMP:20260414T075018 CREATED:20190620T165212Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190620T165240Z UID:21539-1561287600-1561305600@groundedpgh.org SUMMARY:5th Annual Allegheny SolarFest DESCRIPTION:This year’s SolarFest will be on Sunday\, June 23rd at the Frick Environmental Center located at 2005 Beechwood Blvd\, Pittsburgh\, PA 15217 from 11 a.m.- 4 p.m. \nThere will be an electric vehicle car show\, food trucks\, music and information on solar\, energy efficiency\, efficient solar home design\, community solar projects and ways to strengthen Pennsylvania’s renewable energy laws. \nThe food trucks featured at this event include Pittsburgh Halal\, Millie’s Ice Cream\, and Pittsburgh Taco. URL:https://groundedpgh.org/event/5th-annual-allegheny-solarfest/ LOCATION:Frick Environmental Center\, 2005 Beechwood Blvd\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15217\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event,For Fun,Partner Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://groundedpgh.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/Screen-Shot-2019-06-20-at-10.58.08-AM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20190622T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20190622T140000 DTSTAMP:20260414T075018 CREATED:20190514T181426Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190514T182125Z UID:21390-1561199400-1561212000@groundedpgh.org SUMMARY:Make this West End Lot SHINE DESCRIPTION:Volunteer work day on the Together We Shine lot in central Sheraden. Tasks include landscaping\, picket fence painting and construction\, pebble mosaic craft for kids. Something for everyone. Wear sturdy shoes and clothing ready for painting. The lot will be a Green Playce that encourages kids to move and play. \nRSVP and learn more by contacting Rebecca at rebecca@groundedpgh.org or 412-361-2099 x 2#. \nLocation: 1111 Fairdale St\, Pittsburgh\, PA 15204 URL:https://groundedpgh.org/event/make-this-west-end-lot-shine/ LOCATION:PA CATEGORIES:Community Event,For Fun,Volunteer END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20190615T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20190615T170000 DTSTAMP:20260414T075018 CREATED:20190514T181326Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190514T181326Z UID:21389-1560609000-1560618000@groundedpgh.org SUMMARY:Build a Rain Garden in Hazelwood DESCRIPTION:Come out and join the Grounded GSI team as we construct a rain garden to help capture stormwater from a nearby roof! Tasks to include digging\, planting\, moving mulch\, and other physical activities. Please wear appropriate clothing and footwear that you don’t mind getting dirty. \nRSVP and learn more by contacting Tom at tom@groundedpgh.org or 412-361-2099 x 7#. \nLocation: 4713 Chatsworth Ave\, Pittsburgh\, PA 15207 URL:https://groundedpgh.org/event/build-a-rain-garden-in-hazelwood/ LOCATION:PA CATEGORIES:Community Event,For Fun,Volunteer END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20190601T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20190601T160000 DTSTAMP:20260414T075018 CREATED:20190204T042115Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190524T172342Z UID:20950-1559381400-1559404800@groundedpgh.org SUMMARY:Geared Up and Grounded: Bike Tour & Block Party DESCRIPTION:This year’s 8th Bike Tour & Block Party event will feature Grounded’s projects in Pittsburgh’s eastern neighborhoods (East Liberty\, Larimer\, Homewood\, and Wilkinsburg). \nAt each stop\, we will speak to community partners\, learning about their journey and the transformation of vacant spaces into activated places. For those who do not have a bike\, Healthy Ride bikes will be available for use! Prior to the start of the bike tour local bike shop\, Waxwing Cycles will be there to provide free bike inspections. After the guided bike tour by Pittsburgh Major Taylor Cycling Club\, we will celebrate with our friends and community partners at a block party outside of our office that begins at 1pm until 4pm. \nThe family-friendly block party is free to attend – no need to register. Come out for: \nLive Music by Jenkins Crum: Old Friends Music \nTabling Partners \n\nALCOSAN\nioby\nGrow Pittsburgh\nHealthyRide\nBikePGH\nBOOM Concepts\nVenture Outdoors\nDogtopia\nI Heart Kickboxing\nRed Lantern Bike Shop\nPittsburgh Community Services\, Inc\n\nActivities \n\nFood Vendors\n\nSandy’s Boo Italian Ice\nFunnel cakes\, popcorn and grilled treats by Grounded\nBeer from Southern Tier\nRoot Beer from East End Brewing and other refreshing sips\n\n\nFace painting\nCornhole\nWater Balloons\nOther games and treats!\n\nKayak Raffle!\n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nTickets for the Bike Tour include the guided bike tour with breakfast and snacks along the way. Each rider receives a little swag as well as complimentary drinks and snacks at the block party. \n \n\nSpecial thank you to our presenting sponsors:\n \n\nSpecial thank you to our bike tour sponsors:\n \n\nSpecial thank you to our nonprofit sponsors:\n \n \n\nSpecial thank you to our in-kind sponsors: URL:https://groundedpgh.org/event/gug-2019/ LOCATION:Grounded Strategies\, 6587 Hamilton Avenue\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15206\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event,For Fun,Fundraiser,Partner Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://groundedpgh.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/GUG-Facebook-header.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Grounded Strategies":MAILTO:info@groundedpgh.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR