Tag: things to do

Great Allegheny Passage
Posted on: June 8, 2020 Posted by: Louise Popko Comments: 0

“How the Great Allegheny Passage Transformed a Region”

Here’s a fantastic article about the history and impact of the Great Allegheny Passage (GAP) on Southwestern Pennsylvania and Western Maryland from the Spring/Summer 2020 issue of Rails to Trails magazine. With social distancing and CDC guidelines in mind, please consider visiting one of the GAP’s trailheads (one of which …

Community Garden Flowers
Posted on: February 4, 2020 Posted by: Louise Popko Comments: 0

Winter Weather Got You Feeling Down?

If the gray skies and snowy weather have got you feeling down, here are photos of our thriving McKeesport Community Garden to help remind you of the sunny days ahead! And don’t forget, the McKeesport Community Garden currently has boxes available to rent! For more information, please email mckgarden@gmail.com or …

Grow Pittsburgh Grower's Map
Posted on: January 22, 2020 Posted by: Louise Popko Comments: 0

Community Grower’s Map

Are you interested in getting involved with community farming and gardening in your neighborhood? This user-generated map courtesy of Grow Pittsburgh shows where community gardens, community farms, schoolyard gardens, and urban farms are located across the greater Pittsburgh area. Register your garden today, or find one nearby to volunteer in! …

Posted on: October 31, 2019 Posted by: Louise Popko Comments: 0

Volunteers Needed For November Tree Planting

On Saturday, November 2nd, Tube City Renaissance will be planting trees in Renzie Park with the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy. The event will last from 9am to approximately noon, and we will meet at the Lions Club Pavilion where breakfast and lunch will be provided. Come out and join us as …

Posted on: October 1, 2019 Posted by: Louise Popko Comments: 0

Exploring Assets of the Mon-Yough Valley

Whether you’re looking for something to do today or planning ahead for the future, there’s always something to do in and around McKeesport. From museums to hiking trails to historical sites, the Mon-Yough Valley has a lot to offer. Check out the interactive map below for somewhere to visit near …

Posted on: October 11, 2019 Posted by: Louise Popko Comments: 0

Mind the GAP

The Great Allegheny Passage, or “GAP,” is a 150-mile system of biking and hiking trail that weaves around mountains and runs parallel to rivers to take participants all the way from Pittsburgh, PA to Cumberland, MD. One of the best parts of the GAP is that it connects to other …