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Let’s Stay Connected: April 20 – 26
We at Phipps are always thinking of our members, visitors and friends, and during these uncertain times, we want to provide you with nature's beauty and inspiration, just like we would if you were with us in the glasshouse. Phipps will remain closed through at least Thurs., April 30, but in the meantime, we're sharing a virtual treasure trove of materials to help you engage with nature, re-experience the wonder of Phipps shows past, make your own gardening plans and more. We appreciate your support of Phipps and look forward to staying in contact in this way!
Join Us For A Virtual Story Time Each Wednesday!
Story Time is going online! Join us each Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. or 1 p.m. for a 15-minute Story Time and receive a link to a fun activity that you can complete at home. Each week, we will share a new story and activity!
This week's schedule can be found below:
Wed., April 22 Schedule
- Greeting and Welcome
- Introduction to Earth Day, brief history of Earth Day, introduction to the iNaturalist app and being a citizen scientist
- Reading of On The Day You Were Born by Debra Frasier
- Old MacDonald sing-along
- Goodbye song
- Follow-up email with themed activity
New Resources from Let's Move Pittsburgh and Science Education
Stay tuned each week for new blog posts from the Let's Move Pittsburgh and Science Education teams focused on gardening, exercise and cooking! Learn new recipes, tips for your garden, ways to stay active at home and more.
View the latest blog posts below:
Follow the Let's Move Pittsburgh Blog
Follow the Science Education Blog
Share Your Fond Memories of Phipps
Since 1893, Phipps has been a destination for Pittsburghers to celebrate nature in the company of friends and family — and that means a lot of memories have been made in our gardens! To keep the Phipps community connected and growing, we invite you to share your memories of Phipps with us so we may display them for others to enjoy.
Hello From Horticulture
Though most Phipps staff are not currently on-site, a select few horticulture experts are still on-site to take care of our precious plant collection, and we'll share photos of new blooms with you as they happen. Follow us on Facebook for a look at the latest!
Show Us Your Leafy Companions For a Chance to be Featured!
Share photos of your gardens, houseplants or backyard nature adventures with the hashtag #phippsinyourhome on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram for a chance to be featured on our social media!
Help us Reopen Our Doors at Our Bright, Beautiful Best
While Phipps is closed, we must care for our plants and facilities so that we can continue to be the source of beauty and enrichment we have been to Pittsburgh for over 125 years. If you’re inspired, please show your support today!
Select Photos © Paul g. Wiegman
