PARK(ing) Day is an annual, one-day, global event where artists, activists, and citizens collaborate to temporarily transform metered parking spots into “PARK(ing)” spaces: temporary public parks.
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Monday, September 12th
Casey Trees Bringing Park(ing) Day to DC
This Friday, September 16, Casey Trees will transform impervious street parking in Dupont Circle into an instant park to promote the environmental, social and financial benefits of trees as part of Park(ing) Day 2011.
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Monday, September 20th
Park(ing) Day 2010 Recap
DC’s Park(ing) Day began in the early morning hours with a trip to collect 12 rolls of sod (about 120 square feet), just enough for a full parking spot. After surveying the major streets it was decided to set up in the 14th Street corridor near Garden District who so graciously allowed us use of [...]
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Thursday, September 16th
Notes Before Park(ing) Day 2010
The main event is almost upon us. Tomorrow’s weather for Park(ing) Day is looking good in the district, 85° F and mostly sunny, perfect for biking and setting up our guerilla parks. We’ll be getting started early on Friday, around 6 AM so please get in touch if you are planning on needing sod or [...]
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