BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Overton Park Conservancy - ECPv6.17.0//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://overtonpark.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Overton Park Conservancy REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20270314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20271107T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260804T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260804T080000 DTSTAMP:20260723T145639Z CREATED:20260717T142707Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T145639Z UID:10003005-1785826800-1785830400@overtonpark.org SUMMARY:Tai Chi/Qi Gong for Beginners DESCRIPTION:Join instructor Marjean Liggett for free tai chi lessons featuring gentle moves that will strengthen and calm body\, mind\, and soul. No experience or pre-registration is necessary. \n\n\n\nAdvanced students arrive at 7:00 AM; beginner instruction begins at 7:15 AM. URL:https://overtonpark.org/event/tai-chi-qi-gong-for-beginners/2026-08-04/ LOCATION:Formal Gardens\, 1928 Poplar Ave.\, Memphis\, TN\, 38104 CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://overtonpark.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Tai-Chi-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Overton Park Conservancy":MAILTO:info@overtonpark.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260806T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260806T080000 DTSTAMP:20260723T145639Z CREATED:20260717T142707Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T145639Z UID:10003006-1785999600-1786003200@overtonpark.org SUMMARY:Tai Chi/Qi Gong for Beginners DESCRIPTION:Join instructor Marjean Liggett for free tai chi lessons featuring gentle moves that will strengthen and calm body\, mind\, and soul. No experience or pre-registration is necessary. \n\n\n\nAdvanced students arrive at 7:00 AM; beginner instruction begins at 7:15 AM. URL:https://overtonpark.org/event/tai-chi-qi-gong-for-beginners/2026-08-06/ LOCATION:Formal Gardens\, 1928 Poplar Ave.\, Memphis\, TN\, 38104 CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://overtonpark.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Tai-Chi-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Overton Park Conservancy":MAILTO:info@overtonpark.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260808T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260808T140000 DTSTAMP:20260612T001028Z CREATED:20260612T000222Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260612T001028Z UID:10002950-1786183200-1786197600@overtonpark.org SUMMARY:Summer Splash on the Greensward DESCRIPTION:Overton Park Conservancy is popping up waterslides on the Greensward\, next to Veterans Plaza! Bring the kids to cool off with us the second Saturday of July and August. \n\n\n\nEvent is free and no registration is required. URL:https://overtonpark.org/event/summer-splash-on-the-greensward/2026-08-08/ LOCATION:Greensward\, 2080 Poplar Ave.\, Memphis\, TN\, 38104\, United States CATEGORIES:Misc ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://overtonpark.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Summer-Splash-26.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Overton Park Conservancy":MAILTO:info@overtonpark.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260811T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260811T080000 DTSTAMP:20260723T145639Z CREATED:20260717T142707Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T145639Z UID:10003014-1786431600-1786435200@overtonpark.org SUMMARY:Tai Chi/Qi Gong for Beginners DESCRIPTION:Join instructor Marjean Liggett for free tai chi lessons featuring gentle moves that will strengthen and calm body\, mind\, and soul. No experience or pre-registration is necessary. \n\n\n\nAdvanced students arrive at 7:00 AM; beginner instruction begins at 7:15 AM. URL:https://overtonpark.org/event/tai-chi-qi-gong-for-beginners/2026-08-11/ LOCATION:Formal Gardens\, 1928 Poplar Ave.\, Memphis\, TN\, 38104 CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://overtonpark.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Tai-Chi-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Overton Park Conservancy":MAILTO:info@overtonpark.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260813T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260813T080000 DTSTAMP:20260723T145639Z CREATED:20260717T142707Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T145639Z UID:10003015-1786604400-1786608000@overtonpark.org SUMMARY:Tai Chi/Qi Gong for Beginners DESCRIPTION:Join instructor Marjean Liggett for free tai chi lessons featuring gentle moves that will strengthen and calm body\, mind\, and soul. No experience or pre-registration is necessary. \n\n\n\nAdvanced students arrive at 7:00 AM; beginner instruction begins at 7:15 AM. URL:https://overtonpark.org/event/tai-chi-qi-gong-for-beginners/2026-08-13/ LOCATION:Formal Gardens\, 1928 Poplar Ave.\, Memphis\, TN\, 38104 CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://overtonpark.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Tai-Chi-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Overton Park Conservancy":MAILTO:info@overtonpark.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260818T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260818T080000 DTSTAMP:20260723T145639Z CREATED:20260717T142707Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T145639Z UID:10003016-1787036400-1787040000@overtonpark.org SUMMARY:Tai Chi/Qi Gong for Beginners DESCRIPTION:Join instructor Marjean Liggett for free tai chi lessons featuring gentle moves that will strengthen and calm body\, mind\, and soul. No experience or pre-registration is necessary. \n\n\n\nAdvanced students arrive at 7:00 AM; beginner instruction begins at 7:15 AM. URL:https://overtonpark.org/event/tai-chi-qi-gong-for-beginners/2026-08-18/ LOCATION:Formal Gardens\, 1928 Poplar Ave.\, Memphis\, TN\, 38104 CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://overtonpark.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Tai-Chi-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Overton Park Conservancy":MAILTO:info@overtonpark.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260820T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260820T080000 DTSTAMP:20260723T145639Z CREATED:20260717T142707Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T145639Z UID:10003017-1787209200-1787212800@overtonpark.org SUMMARY:Tai Chi/Qi Gong for Beginners DESCRIPTION:Join instructor Marjean Liggett for free tai chi lessons featuring gentle moves that will strengthen and calm body\, mind\, and soul. No experience or pre-registration is necessary. \n\n\n\nAdvanced students arrive at 7:00 AM; beginner instruction begins at 7:15 AM. URL:https://overtonpark.org/event/tai-chi-qi-gong-for-beginners/2026-08-20/ LOCATION:Formal Gardens\, 1928 Poplar Ave.\, Memphis\, TN\, 38104 CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://overtonpark.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Tai-Chi-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Overton Park Conservancy":MAILTO:info@overtonpark.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260820T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260820T170000 DTSTAMP:20260514T103648Z CREATED:20260513T203951Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T103648Z UID:10002857-1787241600-1787245200@overtonpark.org SUMMARY:Third Thursday Treks DESCRIPTION:Join Conservancy staff on a walk while we discuss a specific ecological concept for the month. Walks scheduled for the third Thursday of each month February-May at 4pm. Registration will be open a week before each walk. \n\n\n\n\nTrek Topic Coming Soon!\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nRegistration will open one week before the program.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTrek surfaces may include paved road\, limestone gravel trail\, and Old Forest natural trails with uneven surfaces. \n\n\n\nQuestions? Send us an email  \n\n\n\nSee our cancellation policy. \n\n\n\nOverton Park Conservancy is the nonprofit organization that has been caring for Memphis’s central green space since 2012. With the generous support of our community\, we work each day to make the park a beautiful and welcoming place for all Memphians\, as well as a valuable source of urban habitat for wildlife. \n\n\n\nThe Conservancy must raise roughly 85% of our budget each year from people like you who care about the many things Overton Park has to offer. A gift of any amount helps us maintain and improve the park. URL:https://overtonpark.org/event/third-thursday-treks-2/2026-08-20/ CATEGORIES:Education,Run/Walk,Third Thursday Treks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://overtonpark.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Third-Thursday-Treks-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Overton Park Conservancy":MAILTO:info@overtonpark.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260822T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260822T113000 DTSTAMP:20260727T202227Z CREATED:20260727T202226Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T202227Z UID:10003022-1787394600-1787398200@overtonpark.org SUMMARY:Curiosity Crew - Kids Overton Exploration DESCRIPTION:Calling curious young minds to Overton Park! \n\n\n\nJoin Conservancy Staff in this student-centered program inviting children ages 7-11 to explore\, create\, and play outside. \n\n\n\nThis program will be hosted on grassy and natural surfaces in Overton Park. \n\n\n\nRegistration opens three weeks in advance. \n\n\n\n\nRegister here! URL:https://overtonpark.org/event/curiosity-crew-kids-overton-exploration/ CATEGORIES:Education,Feature Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://overtonpark.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Learn-1-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Overton Park Conservancy":MAILTO:info@overtonpark.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260825T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260825T080000 DTSTAMP:20260723T145639Z CREATED:20260717T142707Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T145639Z UID:10003018-1787641200-1787644800@overtonpark.org SUMMARY:Tai Chi/Qi Gong for Beginners DESCRIPTION:Join instructor Marjean Liggett for free tai chi lessons featuring gentle moves that will strengthen and calm body\, mind\, and soul. No experience or pre-registration is necessary. \n\n\n\nAdvanced students arrive at 7:00 AM; beginner instruction begins at 7:15 AM. URL:https://overtonpark.org/event/tai-chi-qi-gong-for-beginners/2026-08-25/ LOCATION:Formal Gardens\, 1928 Poplar Ave.\, Memphis\, TN\, 38104 CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://overtonpark.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Tai-Chi-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Overton Park Conservancy":MAILTO:info@overtonpark.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260827T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260827T080000 DTSTAMP:20260723T145639Z CREATED:20260717T142707Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T145639Z UID:10003019-1787814000-1787817600@overtonpark.org SUMMARY:Tai Chi/Qi Gong for Beginners DESCRIPTION:Join instructor Marjean Liggett for free tai chi lessons featuring gentle moves that will strengthen and calm body\, mind\, and soul. No experience or pre-registration is necessary. \n\n\n\nAdvanced students arrive at 7:00 AM; beginner instruction begins at 7:15 AM. URL:https://overtonpark.org/event/tai-chi-qi-gong-for-beginners/2026-08-27/ LOCATION:Formal Gardens\, 1928 Poplar Ave.\, Memphis\, TN\, 38104 CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://overtonpark.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Tai-Chi-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Overton Park Conservancy":MAILTO:info@overtonpark.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260901T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260901T080000 DTSTAMP:20260723T145639Z CREATED:20260717T142707Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T145639Z UID:10003020-1788246000-1788249600@overtonpark.org SUMMARY:Tai Chi/Qi Gong for Beginners DESCRIPTION:Join instructor Marjean Liggett for free tai chi lessons featuring gentle moves that will strengthen and calm body\, mind\, and soul. No experience or pre-registration is necessary. \n\n\n\nAdvanced students arrive at 7:00 AM; beginner instruction begins at 7:15 AM. URL:https://overtonpark.org/event/tai-chi-qi-gong-for-beginners/2026-09-01/ LOCATION:Formal Gardens\, 1928 Poplar Ave.\, Memphis\, TN\, 38104 CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://overtonpark.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Tai-Chi-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Overton Park Conservancy":MAILTO:info@overtonpark.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260901T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260901T183000 DTSTAMP:20260416T205823Z CREATED:20260416T204137Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T205823Z UID:10002806-1788283800-1788287400@overtonpark.org SUMMARY:Science Café DESCRIPTION:Unwind after the workday at Science Café\, a happy hour series hosted by Overton Park Conservancy at the Golf Clubhouse. Enjoy snacks and discussion with guest speakers who share fresh perspectives from the world of science. No background knowledge needed—just curiosity! \n\n\n\nUpcoming Speaker Information Coming Soon! \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nRegistration opens two weeks in advance!\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nQuestions? Send us an email  \n\n\n\nPlease review our cancellation policy here. \n\n\n\nOverton Park Conservancy is the nonprofit organization that has been caring for Memphis’s central green space since 2012. With the generous support of our community\, we work each day to make the park a beautiful and welcoming place for all Memphians\, as well as a valuable source of urban habitat for wildlife. \n\n\n\nThe Conservancy must raise roughly 85% of our budget each year from people like you who care about the many things Overton Park has to offer. A gift of any amount helps us maintain and improve the park. URL:https://overtonpark.org/event/science-cafe-2/2026-09-01/ LOCATION:Abe Goodman Golf Clubhouse\, 2080 Poplar Ave.\, Memphis\, TN\, 38104 CATEGORIES:Education,Science Café ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://overtonpark.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Science-Cafe-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Overton Park Conservancy":MAILTO:info@overtonpark.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260902T161500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260902T170000 DTSTAMP:20260706T164350Z CREATED:20260706T164349Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T164350Z UID:10002974-1788365700-1788368400@overtonpark.org SUMMARY:Wednesday Walks DESCRIPTION:Join us for a casual and social stroll around the Old Forest paved road! No agenda\, just a chance to chat and get a walk in. \nThe route will be the 1.4 loop around the forest and is on the accessible pavement. Leashed dogs are welcome – please BYO poop baggies! \nDates: Wednesdays (Check our events calendar for exceptions) \nTime: 4:15pm \nWhere:  Rainbow Lake Playground Information Kiosk  \nBy attending and participating you agree to our Waiver and Release of Liability. \nQuestions? Email us!  URL:https://overtonpark.org/event/wednesday-walks-2/2026-09-02/ LOCATION:Rainbow Lake\, 2080 Poplar Ave\, Memphis\, TN\, 38104 CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness,Run/Walk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://overtonpark.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Walk-Format-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Overton Park Conservancy":MAILTO:info@overtonpark.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260903T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260903T080000 DTSTAMP:20260723T145639Z CREATED:20260717T142707Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T145639Z UID:10003021-1788418800-1788422400@overtonpark.org SUMMARY:Tai Chi/Qi Gong for Beginners DESCRIPTION:Join instructor Marjean Liggett for free tai chi lessons featuring gentle moves that will strengthen and calm body\, mind\, and soul. No experience or pre-registration is necessary. \n\n\n\nAdvanced students arrive at 7:00 AM; beginner instruction begins at 7:15 AM. URL:https://overtonpark.org/event/tai-chi-qi-gong-for-beginners/2026-09-03/ LOCATION:Formal Gardens\, 1928 Poplar Ave.\, Memphis\, TN\, 38104 CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://overtonpark.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Tai-Chi-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Overton Park Conservancy":MAILTO:info@overtonpark.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260905T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260905T110000 DTSTAMP:20260630T204909Z CREATED:20260630T204907Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T204909Z UID:10002968-1788602400-1788606000@overtonpark.org SUMMARY:Mindfulness Walk in the Old Forest DESCRIPTION:Slow down during on a gentle Mindfulness Walk led by Coach Alex Carpenter. This calming forest walk invites you to pause from daily life and reconnect with the natural world around you. No experience necessary—just bring yourself. \n\n\n\nThis program will be held on accessible surfaces. \n\n\n\nThis event is pay-what-you-can\, with a suggested contribution of $3 per person. Registration opens 2 weeks in advance.  \n\n\n\nAlex Carpenter is an emerging coach certified in Stress Management\, Emotional Intelligence\, and Mindfulness by Symbiosis Coaching and the Transformation Academy. Learn more about Alex Carpenter Coaching here! URL:https://overtonpark.org/event/mindfulness-walk-in-the-old-forest-3/ CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness,Run/Walk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://overtonpark.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/MindfulnessWalk.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Overton Park Conservancy":MAILTO:info@overtonpark.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260909T161500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260909T170000 DTSTAMP:20260706T164350Z CREATED:20260706T164349Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T164350Z UID:10002975-1788970500-1788973200@overtonpark.org SUMMARY:Wednesday Walks DESCRIPTION:Join us for a casual and social stroll around the Old Forest paved road! No agenda\, just a chance to chat and get a walk in. \nThe route will be the 1.4 loop around the forest and is on the accessible pavement. Leashed dogs are welcome – please BYO poop baggies! \nDates: Wednesdays (Check our events calendar for exceptions) \nTime: 4:15pm \nWhere:  Rainbow Lake Playground Information Kiosk  \nBy attending and participating you agree to our Waiver and Release of Liability. \nQuestions? Email us!  URL:https://overtonpark.org/event/wednesday-walks-2/2026-09-09/ LOCATION:Rainbow Lake\, 2080 Poplar Ave\, Memphis\, TN\, 38104 CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness,Run/Walk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://overtonpark.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Walk-Format-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Overton Park Conservancy":MAILTO:info@overtonpark.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260911T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260911T090000 DTSTAMP:20260629T213425Z CREATED:20260629T213423Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T213425Z UID:10002963-1789113600-1789117200@overtonpark.org SUMMARY:Songbird Stroll DESCRIPTION:There’s a Bird for Everyone! \n\n\n\nIs your top ten movie list filled with romantic films? Keep an eye out for the Ruby-throated Hummingbirds and their elaborate courtship displays!Do you enjoy a good laugh at comedy clubs? Listen for the chuckles of the White-breasted Nuthatch as it creeps up the side of a tree.Are you singing along non-stop to the Wicked album? The Carolina Wren has a big voice packed into a compact size! \n\n\n\nWhether your Life List is competitive or your favorite bird is one served by Colonel Sanders\, you are invited to join us for Songbird Strolls! Twice a month\, we’ll venture out to see what the birds are up to in the Old Forest. Experience lively avian antics\, hear the magic of migration\, and get to know your most charismatic Overton Park residents. \n\n\n\nBYO binoculars or borrow ours! Participants are encouraged to download the free birding app Merlin. We prefer that dogs be left at home for this event; they can be disruptive to birds\, and we’ll be looking and listening for subtle movements and sounds on this walk. (Dogs are welcome on our Wednesday Walks!)  \n\n\n\nDates: Second Friday and third Saturday: September – November. See our Events Calendar for exact dates/cancellations.Time: 8AMLocation: Meet at the East Parkway Pavilion (389 E Parkway N)Surfaces: Roads + Limestone Gravel Loop (Natural trails depending on group considerations) URL:https://overtonpark.org/event/songbird-stroll/2026-09-11/ LOCATION:East Parkway Pavilion\, 389 E. Parkway N.\, Memphis\, TN\, 38112 CATEGORIES:Education,Feature Event,Run/Walk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://overtonpark.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Songbird-Strolls-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Overton Park Conservancy":MAILTO:info@overtonpark.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260915T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260915T130000 DTSTAMP:20260612T000909Z CREATED:20260610T220633Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260612T000909Z UID:10002916-1789473600-1789477200@overtonpark.org SUMMARY:Volunteer Ranger Orientation DESCRIPTION:Do you love Overton Park and want to play an active role in its care? Join us for our upcoming Volunteer Ranger Information Session and Orientation. \n\n\n\nTo participate\, all Volunteer Rangers must: \n\n\n\n\nAttend an orientation and training session\n\n\n\nComplete a background check\n\n\n\nContribute $25 to offset the background check cost\n\n\n\nBe 18 years or older\n\n\n\nSign up for at least one 2-hour shift per month (most shifts occur on weekends)\n\n\n\n\nRegistration for this orientation session will open in August! URL:https://overtonpark.org/event/volunteer-ranger-orientation-3/ CATEGORIES:Volunteer Orientation ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://overtonpark.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Vol-Ranger-Training.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Overton Park Conservancy":MAILTO:info@overtonpark.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260916T161500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260916T170000 DTSTAMP:20260706T164350Z CREATED:20260706T164349Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T164350Z UID:10002976-1789575300-1789578000@overtonpark.org SUMMARY:Wednesday Walks DESCRIPTION:Join us for a casual and social stroll around the Old Forest paved road! No agenda\, just a chance to chat and get a walk in. \nThe route will be the 1.4 loop around the forest and is on the accessible pavement. Leashed dogs are welcome – please BYO poop baggies! \nDates: Wednesdays (Check our events calendar for exceptions) \nTime: 4:15pm \nWhere:  Rainbow Lake Playground Information Kiosk  \nBy attending and participating you agree to our Waiver and Release of Liability. \nQuestions? Email us!  URL:https://overtonpark.org/event/wednesday-walks-2/2026-09-16/ LOCATION:Rainbow Lake\, 2080 Poplar Ave\, Memphis\, TN\, 38104 CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness,Run/Walk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://overtonpark.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Walk-Format-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Overton Park Conservancy":MAILTO:info@overtonpark.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T170000 DTSTAMP:20260514T103648Z CREATED:20260513T203951Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T103648Z UID:10002858-1789660800-1789664400@overtonpark.org SUMMARY:Third Thursday Treks DESCRIPTION:Join Conservancy staff on a walk while we discuss a specific ecological concept for the month. Walks scheduled for the third Thursday of each month February-May at 4pm. Registration will be open a week before each walk. \n\n\n\n\nTrek Topic Coming Soon!\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nRegistration will open one week before the program.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTrek surfaces may include paved road\, limestone gravel trail\, and Old Forest natural trails with uneven surfaces. \n\n\n\nQuestions? Send us an email  \n\n\n\nSee our cancellation policy. \n\n\n\nOverton Park Conservancy is the nonprofit organization that has been caring for Memphis’s central green space since 2012. With the generous support of our community\, we work each day to make the park a beautiful and welcoming place for all Memphians\, as well as a valuable source of urban habitat for wildlife. \n\n\n\nThe Conservancy must raise roughly 85% of our budget each year from people like you who care about the many things Overton Park has to offer. A gift of any amount helps us maintain and improve the park. URL:https://overtonpark.org/event/third-thursday-treks-2/2026-09-17/ CATEGORIES:Education,Run/Walk,Third Thursday Treks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://overtonpark.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Third-Thursday-Treks-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Overton Park Conservancy":MAILTO:info@overtonpark.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T090000 DTSTAMP:20260629T213519Z CREATED:20260629T213518Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T213519Z UID:10002966-1789804800-1789808400@overtonpark.org SUMMARY:Songbird Stroll DESCRIPTION:There’s a Bird for Everyone! \n\n\n\nIs your top ten movie list filled with romantic films? Keep an eye out for the Ruby-throated Hummingbirds and their elaborate courtship displays!Do you enjoy a good laugh at comedy clubs? Listen for the chuckles of the White-breasted Nuthatch as it creeps up the side of a tree.Are you singing along non-stop to the Wicked album? The Carolina Wren has a big voice packed into a compact size! \n\n\n\nWhether your Life List is competitive or your favorite bird is one served by Colonel Sanders\, you are invited to join us for Songbird Strolls! Twice a month\, we’ll venture out to see what the birds are up to in the Old Forest. Experience lively avian antics\, hear the magic of migration\, and get to know your most charismatic Overton Park residents. \n\n\n\nBYO binoculars or borrow ours! Participants are encouraged to download the free birding app Merlin. We prefer that dogs be left at home for this event; they can be disruptive to birds\, and we’ll be looking and listening for subtle movements and sounds on this walk. (Dogs are welcome on our Wednesday Walks!)  \n\n\n\nDates: Second Friday and Fourth Saturday: September – November. See our Events Calendar for exact dates/cancellations.Time: 8AMLocation: Meet at the East Parkway Pavilion (389 E Parkway N)Surfaces: Roads + Limestone Gravel Loop (Natural trails depending on group considerations) URL:https://overtonpark.org/event/songbird-stroll-2/2026-09-19/ LOCATION:East Parkway Pavilion\, 389 E. Parkway N.\, Memphis\, TN\, 38112 CATEGORIES:Education,Feature Event,Run/Walk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://overtonpark.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Songbird-Strolls-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Overton Park Conservancy":MAILTO:info@overtonpark.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T120000 DTSTAMP:20260710T204155Z CREATED:20260710T204154Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T204155Z UID:10002971-1789815600-1789819200@overtonpark.org SUMMARY:All Ages Nature Journaling DESCRIPTION:Discover the Art of Nature Journaling \n\n\n\nJoin us for a Multi-generational Nature Journaling session at Overton Park with Caroline Schratz! \n\n\n\nThis session invites all ages to explore the wonders of nature while developing their self-expression skills. Participants will learn to document the wild wonders of the Old Forest through sketches and notes. This hands-on\, creative activity is perfect for sparking curiosity and connecting with nature! \n\n\n\nWe’ll provide supplies\, but you’re welcome to bring your own notebooks and favorite coloring pencils or markers. We can’t wait to see what you’ll discover! \n\n\n\nRegistration opens 2 weeks in advance. \n\n\n\n\nRegister here!\n\n\n\n\nCaroline Schratz is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Mental Health Service Provider and the founder of Integrative Wellness 901. Her work centers around a holistic\, trauma-informed approach that prioritizes nervous system regulation and the healing power of nature. Certified in EMDR and mindfulness-based ecotherapy\, Caroline integrates evidence-based therapy with somatic practices\, trauma-informed yoga\, and nature connection to support trauma recovery and resilience. She hosts women’s wellness retreats and outdoor workshops designed to create safe\, restorative spaces for healing and growth. URL:https://overtonpark.org/event/all-ages-nature-journaling-2/ CATEGORIES:Art,Education,Learn ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://overtonpark.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Campus-Kid-Touching-Tree.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Overton Park Conservancy":MAILTO:info@overtonpark.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260921T121500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260921T130000 DTSTAMP:20260629T211948Z CREATED:20260629T211704Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T211948Z UID:10002649-1789992900-1789995600@overtonpark.org SUMMARY:Field Notes DESCRIPTION:Want to learn more about the Conservancy and what’s happening in the park? Join Stewardship Manager Fields Falcone for a casual lunch-hour walk and talk to learn more about local ecology\, conservation efforts\, and park news. \n\n\n\nWe’ll meet you at the Rainbow Lake Parking Lot Information Kiosk for a 45 minute gentle walk. \n\n\n\nLeashed dogs are welcome! Walks will either take place on a paved road\, gravel limestone\, or natural trail depending on season and participant accessibility considerations. URL:https://overtonpark.org/event/field-notes-2/2026-09-21/ CATEGORIES:Run/Walk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://overtonpark.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/fields-talking.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Overton Park Conservancy":MAILTO:info@overtonpark.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260923T161500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260923T170000 DTSTAMP:20260706T164350Z CREATED:20260706T164349Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T164350Z UID:10002977-1790180100-1790182800@overtonpark.org SUMMARY:Wednesday Walks DESCRIPTION:Join us for a casual and social stroll around the Old Forest paved road! No agenda\, just a chance to chat and get a walk in. \nThe route will be the 1.4 loop around the forest and is on the accessible pavement. Leashed dogs are welcome – please BYO poop baggies! \nDates: Wednesdays (Check our events calendar for exceptions) \nTime: 4:15pm \nWhere:  Rainbow Lake Playground Information Kiosk  \nBy attending and participating you agree to our Waiver and Release of Liability. \nQuestions? Email us!  URL:https://overtonpark.org/event/wednesday-walks-2/2026-09-23/ LOCATION:Rainbow Lake\, 2080 Poplar Ave\, Memphis\, TN\, 38104 CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness,Run/Walk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://overtonpark.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Walk-Format-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Overton Park Conservancy":MAILTO:info@overtonpark.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260930T161500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260930T170000 DTSTAMP:20260706T164350Z CREATED:20260706T164349Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T164350Z UID:10002978-1790784900-1790787600@overtonpark.org SUMMARY:Wednesday Walks DESCRIPTION:Join us for a casual and social stroll around the Old Forest paved road! No agenda\, just a chance to chat and get a walk in. \nThe route will be the 1.4 loop around the forest and is on the accessible pavement. Leashed dogs are welcome – please BYO poop baggies! \nDates: Wednesdays (Check our events calendar for exceptions) \nTime: 4:15pm \nWhere:  Rainbow Lake Playground Information Kiosk  \nBy attending and participating you agree to our Waiver and Release of Liability. \nQuestions? Email us!  URL:https://overtonpark.org/event/wednesday-walks-2/2026-09-30/ LOCATION:Rainbow Lake\, 2080 Poplar Ave\, Memphis\, TN\, 38104 CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness,Run/Walk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://overtonpark.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Walk-Format-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Overton Park Conservancy":MAILTO:info@overtonpark.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261003T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261003T110000 DTSTAMP:20260630T205024Z CREATED:20260630T205023Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T205024Z UID:10002969-1791021600-1791025200@overtonpark.org SUMMARY:Mindfulness Experience DESCRIPTION:Slow down during on a gentle Mindfulness Walk led by Coach Alex Carpenter. This calming forest walk invites you to pause from daily life and reconnect with the natural world around you. No experience necessary—just bring yourself. \n\n\n\nThis program will be held on accessible surfaces. \n\n\n\nThis event is pay-what-you-can\, with a suggested contribution of $3 per person. Registration opens 2 weeks in advance.  \n\n\n\nAlex Carpenter is an emerging coach certified in Stress Management\, Emotional Intelligence\, and Mindfulness by Symbiosis Coaching and the Transformation Academy. Learn more about Alex Carpenter Coaching here! URL:https://overtonpark.org/event/mindfulness-experience/ CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness,NatureZen Month,Run/Walk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://overtonpark.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/MindfulnessWalk.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Overton Park Conservancy":MAILTO:info@overtonpark.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261006T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261006T183000 DTSTAMP:20260416T205823Z CREATED:20260416T204137Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T205823Z UID:10002807-1791307800-1791311400@overtonpark.org SUMMARY:Science Café DESCRIPTION:Unwind after the workday at Science Café\, a happy hour series hosted by Overton Park Conservancy at the Golf Clubhouse. Enjoy snacks and discussion with guest speakers who share fresh perspectives from the world of science. No background knowledge needed—just curiosity! \n\n\n\nUpcoming Speaker Information Coming Soon! \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nRegistration opens two weeks in advance!\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nQuestions? Send us an email  \n\n\n\nPlease review our cancellation policy here. \n\n\n\nOverton Park Conservancy is the nonprofit organization that has been caring for Memphis’s central green space since 2012. With the generous support of our community\, we work each day to make the park a beautiful and welcoming place for all Memphians\, as well as a valuable source of urban habitat for wildlife. \n\n\n\nThe Conservancy must raise roughly 85% of our budget each year from people like you who care about the many things Overton Park has to offer. A gift of any amount helps us maintain and improve the park. URL:https://overtonpark.org/event/science-cafe-2/2026-10-06/ LOCATION:Abe Goodman Golf Clubhouse\, 2080 Poplar Ave.\, Memphis\, TN\, 38104 CATEGORIES:Education,Science Café ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://overtonpark.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Science-Cafe-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Overton Park Conservancy":MAILTO:info@overtonpark.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261007T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261007T123000 DTSTAMP:20260731T221550Z CREATED:20260731T221549Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260731T221550Z UID:10003027-1791370800-1791376200@overtonpark.org SUMMARY:Senior Nature Journaling Course DESCRIPTION:Autumn Palette: Exploring Nature through Art and Observation\n\n\n\nJoin the Overton Park Conservancy and Memphis Artist Susan Maakestad for a month of wonder during our four-week Senior Nature Journaling workshop this fall! \n\n\n\nImmerse yourself in the beauty and tranquility of nature as we closely observe and record the season changing. In this course\, you’ll learn essential skills and techniques for capturing your observations in a journal\, fostering both creativity and mindfulness. \n\n\n\nCourse Highlights: \n\n\n\n\nKick-off Session: Start with an engaging indoor session to introduce concepts and techniques.\n\n\n\nOutdoor Exploration: For the next three weeks\, we’ll venture into the Old Forest and other green spaces within Overton Park.\n\n\n\nCombine Art and Science: Gain a deeper appreciation for native plants and animals as you merge artistic expression with scientific observation.\n\n\n\n\nAll participants will receive paper and recording supplies such as pencils\, watercolors\, and colored pencils. Participants are welcome to bring their own favorite notebooks and journaling tools! \n\n\n\nThis four-week workshop will be held at Overton Park from 11:00am–12:30pm the following Wednesdays: \n\n\n\n\nOctober 7th\n\n\n\nOctober 14th\n\n\n\nOctober 21st\n\n\n\nOctober 28th\n\n\n\n\nDesigned for Learners Aged 55+: This workshop is proudly presented by Overton Park Conservancy\, supported by ARTSmemphis\, the Tennessee Arts Commission\, and First Horizon Foundation. \n\n\n\nReady to explore and record the wonders of autumn? Sign up today and embrace the beauty of fall! \n\n\n\nRegistration opens five weeks before the first class (September 2nd) \n\n\n\n\nRegister here! URL:https://overtonpark.org/event/senior-nature-journaling-course-2/2026-10-07/ CATEGORIES:Art,Education,NatureZen Month ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://overtonpark.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Nature-Journal-Gallery-1-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Overton Park Conservancy":MAILTO:info@overtonpark.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261007T161500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261007T170000 DTSTAMP:20260706T164350Z CREATED:20260706T164349Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T164350Z UID:10002979-1791389700-1791392400@overtonpark.org SUMMARY:Wednesday Walks DESCRIPTION:Join us for a casual and social stroll around the Old Forest paved road! No agenda\, just a chance to chat and get a walk in. \nThe route will be the 1.4 loop around the forest and is on the accessible pavement. Leashed dogs are welcome – please BYO poop baggies! \nDates: Wednesdays (Check our events calendar for exceptions) \nTime: 4:15pm \nWhere:  Rainbow Lake Playground Information Kiosk  \nBy attending and participating you agree to our Waiver and Release of Liability. \nQuestions? Email us!  URL:https://overtonpark.org/event/wednesday-walks-2/2026-10-07/ LOCATION:Rainbow Lake\, 2080 Poplar Ave\, Memphis\, TN\, 38104 CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness,Run/Walk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://overtonpark.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Walk-Format-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Overton Park Conservancy":MAILTO:info@overtonpark.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR