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SUMMARY:Pop-Up Picnic at St. John's Green
DESCRIPTION:The Urban Redevelopment owns a large piece of land called St. John’s Green in Brighton Heights which used to be the home of the St. John’s hospital. It’s time for the community to help decide what the future of this large vacant lot will be. If you’d like to learn more about the lot and speak with neighbors and partnering organizations about the St. John’s Green\, please join us on November 1st.
URL:https://groundedpgh.org/event/pop-up-picnic-at-st-johns-green/
LOCATION:Open\, grassy area at St. John’s\, 3336 Fleming Avenue\, Pittsburgh
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20151106T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20151106T170000
DTSTAMP:20260503T124531
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SUMMARY:Johnson Institute 2015 Emerging Leader Award Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Please join us in honoring this year’s winners of the Johnson Institute for Responsible Leadership Emerging Leader Award: \nAndrew Butcher\, CEO and Co-Founder of GTECH and\nJulie Butcher Pezzino\, Executive Director of Grow Pittsburgh. \nWith this award\, we recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of individuals who\, relatively early in their professional careers\, have demonstrated exceptional leadership qualities and high promise of future contributions. \nAndrew has shown impressive leadership as a social entrepreneur in the fields of sustainability\, energy\, public policy and community development. Julie has shown great leadership in urban gardening as a means of working to end food deserts and works to improve the environment\, nutrition and the sense of community in the Pittsburgh area. Both have a strong commitment to helping to make our region a vibrant and welcoming place for a new generation of community-minded leaders.
URL:https://groundedpgh.org/event/johnson-institute-2015-emerging-leader-award-celebration/
LOCATION:3911 Posvar Hall\, 230 S Bouquet St\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15213\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20151107T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20151107T153000
DTSTAMP:20260503T124531
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SUMMARY:Pittsburgh Blight Bootcamp
DESCRIPTION:The Pittsburgh Blight Working Group made up of the City of Pittsburgh\, Neighborhood Allies\, GTECH Strategies\, PCRG and Design Center is proud to present Pittsburgh Blight Bootcamp\, a one day event to learn about resources and best practices to increase the impact of community led blight elimination efforts. \nThe event will include a panel of blight remediation practitioners ranging from local community advocates\, government officials\, to nonprofit professionals\, a keynote address from a regional expert and nine sessions on an array of subjects relating to blight elimination. \nSession topics will cover a variety of themes that may include from Data Driven Decision Making\, Community Arts to Fight Blight\, Green Space Solutions to Securing Vacant Properties. Sessions will be accessible to a wide range of skill sets from a resident hoping to learn more about blight remediation to organizations looking to expand their skill sets. \nThe first 100 registrants will receive a free Pittsburgh Blight Bootcamp t-shirt. \nRegister for the Pittsburgh Blight Bootcamp here. \nFor additional questions and reduced ticket pricing due to financial limitations please contact Katie McAuley
URL:https://groundedpgh.org/event/pittsburgh-blight-bootcamp/
LOCATION:Wyndham Pittsburgh University Center\, 100 Lytton Avenue\, Pittsburgh\, 15213\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Conference,Panel Discussion
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20151107T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20151107T160000
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CREATED:20151027T200801Z
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SUMMARY:Pittsburgh Ginkgo Fest
DESCRIPTION:Join Tree Pittsburgh for the first ever Pittsburgh Ginkgo Fest on Saturday\, November 7! Did you know that the ginkgo tree is one of the oldest living tree species? \nCome celebrate the fall season as the Ginkgo leaves change to their vibrant yellow hue across Highland Park. Have a picnic\, enjoy the park\, and learn about the natural and cultural histories of the tree with fan-shaped leaves.The festival will feature a performance by Pittsburgh Taiko (Japanese group taiko drumming)\, crafts and origami activities\, children story time\, face painting\, tree ID walks\, and photos in front of Pittsburgh’s largest ginkgo tree. Ginkgo trees are renowned for their medicinal properties\, their outstanding urban tolerance\, and their edible nuts. The ginkgo tree species dates back to over 150 million years. Come celebrate this timeless tree at Maple Grove Shelter (near Super Playground at Highland Park) on Saturday\, November 7\, from 1:00PM to 4:00PM.
URL:https://groundedpgh.org/event/pittsburgh-ginkgo-fest/
LOCATION:Maple Grove Shelter\, Reservoir Drive Walk\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15206\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20151112T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20151112T190000
DTSTAMP:20260503T124531
CREATED:20151030T174340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151030T174340Z
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SUMMARY:Designing Places to Thrive
DESCRIPTION:Inspire Speaker Series and p4 Pittsburgh Present: Designing Places to Thrive\, with Toni Griffin and John Fetterman. \nTo most people\, urban and community design might not seem like the venue where conversations about equity\, diversity and inclusion would take place. However\, issues of justice\, equity\, and access are really part and parcel of the goal of urban design: to create places that thrive. Toni Griffin will share her vision and experience working in cities like Detroit\, Newark\, Chicago\, and Washington\, DC\, while John Fetterman will present his vision for Braddock as a model for equitable\, inclusive and sustainable development. \nRegister here.
URL:https://groundedpgh.org/event/designing-places-to-thrive/
LOCATION:Elsie H. Hillman Auditorium at the Kaufmann Center\, 1825 Centre Ave.\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15219\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20151114T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20151114T120000
DTSTAMP:20260503T124531
CREATED:20151028T162615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151028T162615Z
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SUMMARY:Tree Planting in Swissvale
DESCRIPTION:Join Nine Mile Run Watershed Association to plant trees in Swissvale at their final tree event of 2015! Meet at the Universal Academy of Pittsburgh at 2103 Hampton Ave. Volunteers will learn how to properly install a balled and burlapped tree as well as enjoy refreshments. \nThis event will happen rain or shine. Please\, dress appropriately for the weather. Register here.
URL:https://groundedpgh.org/event/tree-planting-in-swissvale/
LOCATION:Universal Academy of Pittsburgh\, 2103 Hampton Ave\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20151116T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20151118T110000
DTSTAMP:20260503T124531
CREATED:20151019T182907Z
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SUMMARY:2015 Homes Within Reach Conference
DESCRIPTION:“IMAGINE\, a Home Within Reach of every Pennsylvanian! That is the consistent vision behind this year’s 11th annual conference – and the mission that drives the Housing Alliance of Pennsylvania. The blend of forward-looking program content\, excellent peer-to-peer training\, networking and partnerships characterize the conference – year after year. \nThis year\, like each year\, the program is carefully crafted to provide workshops that help you respond to an ever-changing environment\, core traditions that make the conference an institution\, while adding innovation to make it fun\, surprising\, and new. \nOur popular affinity-group summits are back this year. We’ve invited the governor and the new DCED staff. And as always\, lots of networking and even more sponsors than last year! We can’t wait to see you in Harrisburg.” \n– Housing Alliance of Pennsylvania \nFor more information on the 2015 Homes Within Reach Conference click here
URL:https://groundedpgh.org/event/2015-homes-within-reach-conference/
LOCATION:Harrisburg Hilton\, 1 N 2nd St\, Harrisburg\, 17101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference
ORGANIZER;CN="Housing Alliance of Pennsylvania":MAILTO:info@housingalliancepa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20151117T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20151117T210000
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SUMMARY:High-Energy Hoe-Down
DESCRIPTION:Join CCI for a foot-stompin’\, fiddlin’\, banjo playing good time. Bring the whole family down and don’t be afraid to dance! \nAppalachian-style band\, Lackawanna Longnecks\, will provide mountain-style music. The “High-Energy Hoe-Down” will include a traditional Cake Walk and the presentation of the Conservation Luminary Award.  The Conservation Luminary Award recognizes an individual who\, through professional or volunteer work\, has made a significant impact on residential energy and water conservation in low income communities in western Pennsylvania. \nGet your tickets here.
URL:https://groundedpgh.org/event/high-energy-hoe-down/
LOCATION:Pittsburgh Opera House\, 2425 Liberty Ave.\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15222\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20151117T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20151117T203000
DTSTAMP:20260503T124531
CREATED:20151110T175200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151110T175200Z
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SUMMARY:Resilient Pittsburgh Community Deliberative Forum
DESCRIPTION:What are the most important shocks and stresses  for you and your community?\nWhat are the strengths and weaknesses of your neighborhood?\n\nPlease join us at one of two Resilient Pittsburgh Community Deliberative Forums\, hosted by the City of Pittsburgh\, to share your input.  We want to hear from you and your community! \nREGISTER HERE:  http://goo.gl/forms/ DrhgXH5q0T \nFood will be provided.\n*For more information on Pittsburgh’s Resilience plan:http://resilient. pittsburghpa.gov \nTUESDAY NOVEMBER 17\nSouth Side Market House\n1 Bedford Square\, Pittsburgh PA 15203\n6pm – 8:30 pm\nTHURSDAY NOVEMBER 19\nEast Liberty Presbyterian Church (basement)\n116 S Highland Avenue\, Pittsburgh\, PA 15206\n6pm – 8:30 pm
URL:https://groundedpgh.org/event/resilient-pittsburgh-community-deliberative-forum/
LOCATION:Southside Market House\, 1 Bedford Square \, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15203\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20151118T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20151118T220000
DTSTAMP:20260503T124531
CREATED:20151029T132316Z
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SUMMARY:Benefit Night at Franktuary (Lawrenceville)
DESCRIPTION:Grab a cocktail & a hot dog with us on Wednesday\, November 18th \nOn November 18th Franktuary (Lawrenceville Location) will donate 10% of sales during dinner service from 5 pm – 10 pm to GTECH Strategies.  The success of this fundraiser is based on how many SCC members\, partners and friends of GTECH join us for dinner at Franktuary.  At the benefit night we will be featuring GTECH’s key projects for 2016.  This will be a fun event to connect with SCC Members\, GTECH Staff and Board\, as well as ReClaim Ambassadors and Ambassador Alumni.  We hope you can join us and bring a friend or two…or ten.
URL:https://groundedpgh.org/event/benefit-night-at-franktuary-lawrenceville/
LOCATION:Franktuary\, 3810 Butler St\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,For Fun,Social Capital Council
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20151118T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20151118T193000
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CREATED:20151113T151822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151113T151822Z
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SUMMARY:Energy Efficiency Educational Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join GTECH for an energy efficiency education session\, and receive a free energy efficiency toolkit!
URL:https://groundedpgh.org/event/energy-efficiency-educational-workshop/
LOCATION:Carnegie Library of Hazelwood\, 5006 Second Avenue\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15207\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20151119T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20151119T203000
DTSTAMP:20260503T124531
CREATED:20151110T175310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151110T175310Z
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SUMMARY:Resilient Pittsburgh Community Deliberative Forum
DESCRIPTION:What are the most important shocks and stresses  for you and your community?\nWhat are the strengths and weaknesses of your neighborhood?\n\nPlease join us at one of two Resilient Pittsburgh Community Deliberative Forums\, hosted by the City of Pittsburgh\, to share your input.  We want to hear from you and your community! \nREGISTER HERE:  http://goo.gl/forms/ DrhgXH5q0T \nFood will be provided.\n*For more information on Pittsburgh’s Resilience plan:http://resilient. pittsburghpa.gov \nTUESDAY NOVEMBER 17\nSouth Side Market House\n1 Bedford Square\, Pittsburgh PA 15203\n6pm – 8:30 pm\nTHURSDAY NOVEMBER 19\nEast Liberty Presbyterian Church (basement)\n116 S Highland Avenue\, Pittsburgh\, PA 15206\n6pm – 8:30 pm
URL:https://groundedpgh.org/event/resilient-pittsburgh-community-deliberative-forum-2/
LOCATION:East Liberty Presbyterian Church\, 116 S Highland Ave \, Pittsburgh\, 15206
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20151119T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20151119T203000
DTSTAMP:20260503T124531
CREATED:20151030T134329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151030T134329Z
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SUMMARY:PSU Northside Design Presentation & Open House
DESCRIPTION:As an extension of the One Northside AIM project\, Penn State University (PSU) landscape architecture students have been developing designs and connectivity strategies for portions of the Northside. GTECH is pleased to provide support for this project and can’t wait to see what the students have developed based on community feedback\, research\, and creativity. \nPlease join us for this exciting event from 6:30 – 8:30 pm at Propel Northside on 11/19.
URL:https://groundedpgh.org/event/psu-northside-design-presentation-open-house/
LOCATION:Propel Northside\, Columbia Place\, Pittsburgh\, 15212\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Penn State Center":MAILTO:cmr269@psu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20151121T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20151121T220000
DTSTAMP:20260503T124531
CREATED:20151113T152939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151113T152939Z
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SUMMARY:Allegheny Land Trust: Into the Wild
DESCRIPTION:Join Allegheny Land Trust on Saturday\, November 21st\, at Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium to celebrate another year of protecting valuable green space for future generations. \n\nThe VIP hour will run from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.\, and the main event will run from 7:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. \nThe VIP portion of the celebration will feature live entertainment\, animal interactions\, a specialty cocktail\, and delicious hors d’oeuvres. \nThe main event will feature aquarium exhibits\, music\, a cash bar\, heavy hors d’oeuvres and small plates\, exhibits of ALT’s green spaces\, and much more. \nFor more information and to purchase tickets for Into the Wild\, see the event description on ALT’s website here.
URL:https://groundedpgh.org/event/into-the-wild/
LOCATION:PA
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