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There's still time to join our walk this Saturday: "By Train to the 1654 Morton Homestead and the Heinz Wildlife Refuge." Join Bob Thomas, Chair of the Philadelphia Historical Commission for a walk along Darby Creek and through Heinz. Details below: eventbrite.com/e/708730370617…

PHParksAlliance's tweet image. There's still time to join our walk this Saturday: "By Train to the 1654 Morton Homestead and the Heinz Wildlife Refuge." 

Join Bob Thomas, Chair of the Philadelphia Historical Commission for a walk along Darby Creek and through Heinz. 

Details below:

eventbrite.com/e/708730370617…

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BIG NEWS: Yesterday we joined our partners to celebrate a $12 million grant from the US Forest Service through the Inflation Reduction Act for the Philly Tree Plan: the first comprehensive plan to equitably grow and care for Philadelphia’s urban forest.

myphillypark's tweet image. BIG NEWS: Yesterday we joined our partners to celebrate a $12 million grant from the US Forest Service through the Inflation Reduction Act for the Philly Tree Plan: the first comprehensive plan to equitably grow and care for Philadelphia’s urban forest.

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To safely accommodate parkgoers visiting Tinseltown, FDR Park will be closed to cars at 4 pm until January 1 while the event is taking place. Pedestrians and bike riders can still enter within regular park hours.

PhilaParkandRec's tweet image. To safely accommodate parkgoers visiting Tinseltown, FDR Park will be closed to cars at 4 pm until January 1 while the event is taking place. Pedestrians and bike riders can still enter within regular park hours.

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Looking for an excuse to get out and meet your neighbors? Volunteer for Love Your Park Fall Weekend, November 10-12! Find a participating park near you at: bit.ly/LYP-F23

PhilaParkandRec's tweet image. Looking for an excuse to get out and meet your neighbors? Volunteer for Love Your Park Fall Weekend, November 10-12! Find a participating park near you at: bit.ly/LYP-F23

We congratulate Cherelle Parker on becoming Philadelphia's 100th mayor. Earlier this year, we asked her what she would do to improve @PhilaParkandRec funding, programming, and safety as well as increasing tree canopy. Here are her answers: parksrecheroes.org/recitphilly202…


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Today is #NationalSTEMDay/#NationalSTEAMDay! 🧪🎨 Did you know that most of our after school programs include a STEM/STEAM component? Use our map-based Finder app to find an after school program near you: phila.gov/parks-rec-find…

PhilaParkandRec's tweet image. Today is #NationalSTEMDay/#NationalSTEAMDay!
🧪🎨 Did you know that most of our after school programs include a STEM/STEAM component? Use our map-based Finder app to find an after school program near you: phila.gov/parks-rec-find…

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Go for the goal! ⚽ The PPR Soccer League celebrated its 60th anniversary at the 2023 Lonnie Cohen All-Star Memorial Game! Learn more about the history, view highlights, & have a great kick off to 2024 by registering for next year's indoor soccer program: phila.gov/2023-11-06-ppr…

PhilaParkandRec's tweet image. Go for the goal! ⚽

The PPR Soccer League celebrated its 60th anniversary at the 2023 Lonnie Cohen All-Star Memorial Game! Learn more about the history, view highlights, & have a great kick off to 2024 by registering for next year's indoor soccer program: phila.gov/2023-11-06-ppr…

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Shape the Future of the Centennial District in West Fairmount Park by applying to be a paid Community Ambassador. Find out more or apply using the link below: tinyurl.com/CentennialAmba…

myphillypark's tweet image. Shape the Future of the Centennial District in West Fairmount Park by applying to be a paid Community Ambassador. Find out more or apply using the link below:

tinyurl.com/CentennialAmba…

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It’s officially on! 💡 We're celebrating the 24th Annual #LightsOnAfterschool to highlight the many ways after school programs help create a safe space for kids to not only foster their creativity, but to also play, learn, and grow. Learn more: phila.gov/2023-10-23-par…

PhilaParkandRec's tweet image. It’s officially on! 💡 We're celebrating the 24th Annual #LightsOnAfterschool to highlight the many ways after school programs help create a safe space for kids to not only foster their creativity, but to also play, learn, and grow. 
Learn more: phila.gov/2023-10-23-par…

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Meet our next speaker of the PYSC Summit: Women In Sports, Gwendolyn Jenkins! She is the President & CEO of The Malcolm Jenkins Foundation with a mission to drive positive change in the lives of youth in underserved communities! Visit pyscsummit.com to register! #PYSC

PhilaYouthSport's tweet image. Meet our next speaker of the PYSC Summit: Women In Sports, Gwendolyn Jenkins!

She is the President & CEO of The Malcolm Jenkins Foundation with a mission to drive positive change in the lives of youth in underserved communities!

Visit pyscsummit.com to register!

#PYSC

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Today we join thousands of people across the country celebrating @afterschool4all #lightsonafterschool, raising awareness about the importance of #afterschool to our students, our working families & our communities. These kids are OUR LIGHT #lightbulbchallenge #lightbulbmoment

PhillyASAP's tweet image. Today we join thousands of people across the country celebrating @afterschool4all #lightsonafterschool, raising awareness about the importance of #afterschool to our students, our working families & our communities. These kids are OUR LIGHT #lightbulbchallenge #lightbulbmoment

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Did you know there is a working farm in Philadelphia? Every year, Pennypack Environmental Center hosts Apple Fest at Fox Chase Farm. Guests enjoyed pumpkin picking, hayrides, delicious apple treats, and more! Check out these photos ⬇️ flic.kr/s/aHBqjAZB7f


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Join us TODAY from 3 PM to 4:30 PM to celebrate the transformation of Christy Rec Center, a journey that took 18 months and sets the stage for the 2024 Rebuild project. Check out Gabe Tiberino's design for a preview of the forthcoming sports facilities! bit.ly/3FtBhhF

muralarts's tweet image. Join us TODAY from 3 PM to 4:30 PM to celebrate the transformation of Christy Rec Center, a journey that took 18 months and sets the stage for the 2024 Rebuild project. Check out Gabe Tiberino's design for a preview of the forthcoming sports facilities! bit.ly/3FtBhhF
muralarts's tweet image. Join us TODAY from 3 PM to 4:30 PM to celebrate the transformation of Christy Rec Center, a journey that took 18 months and sets the stage for the 2024 Rebuild project. Check out Gabe Tiberino's design for a preview of the forthcoming sports facilities! bit.ly/3FtBhhF

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With over 70+ amazing organizations, The Philadelphia Youth Sports Collaborative is reaching over 80,000 Philadelphia Youth through sports, and our mission goes beyond the game. Learn more at pysc.com! #PYSC #WomenInSports #YouthSports

PhilaYouthSport's tweet image. With over 70+ amazing organizations, The Philadelphia Youth Sports Collaborative is reaching over 80,000 Philadelphia Youth through sports, and our mission goes beyond the game.   

 Learn more at pysc.com!  #PYSC #WomenInSports #YouthSports

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October is full of fun, fall events! 🍂☕️🪵 From the Cider Fest at Woodford Mansion, to the Horses and History of the Wissahickon, there's something for everyone to enjoy. For more information, check out our monthly events blog: phila.gov/2023-09-27-fun…

PhilaParkandRec's tweet image. October is full of fun, fall events! 🍂☕️🪵 
From the Cider Fest at Woodford Mansion, to the Horses and History of the Wissahickon, there's something for everyone to enjoy. For more information, check out our monthly events blog: phila.gov/2023-09-27-fun…

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Wynnefield & Overbook community celebrate the completion of the new #tustinplayground, PECO volunteers help plant trees, clean up and paint mural with @muralarts. Thank you to all of our partners @muralarts @philaparkandrec @myphillypark!! Thanks to @power99philly for the music


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Why do I “We Walk?” We Walk is a community that cares. Practice self-care by connecting with others! We Walk PHL meets several times per week at 18 Philly parks. Find a park near you. myphillypark.org/wewalk-fall-23/ @PHLPublicHealth @philaparkandrec @myphillypark #WeWalkPHL

GetHealthyPHL's tweet image. Why do I “We Walk?”  We Walk is a community that cares.  Practice self-care by connecting with others!  We Walk PHL meets several times per week at 18 Philly parks. Find a park near you. myphillypark.org/wewalk-fall-23/
@PHLPublicHealth @philaparkandrec @myphillypark #WeWalkPHL

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🚨@myphillypark and @PhilaParkandRec are inviting all current and potential Park Friends Network members to join them for a happy hour at Wissahickon Brewery on Tuesday, October, 17th from 5PM-7PM! Register: bit.ly/PFNHappy


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It's National Custodial Workers Recognition Day! ✨ Philadelphia Parks & Recreation thanks all of our staff who help maintain our sites! 🙂 If you know a caretaker or maintenance worker, thank them today! 👏 #NationalCustodialWorkersRecognitionDay

PhilaParkandRec's tweet image. It's National Custodial Workers Recognition Day! ✨
Philadelphia Parks & Recreation thanks all of our staff who help maintain our sites! 🙂
If you know a caretaker or maintenance worker, thank them today! 👏
#NationalCustodialWorkersRecognitionDay

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Sign up for a TREE-mendous giveaway from TreePhilly! 🌳 Parks & Rec's TreePhilly program will offer up to a 1,000 trees for Philadelphia residents. Learn more on our blog: phila.gov/2023-09-18-reg…


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