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Y Walk Wednesdays – A Sidewalk View to Building a More Walkable Downtown

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When

Aug 28th 2019    
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Where

YMCA Wilkes Barre
40 W Northhampton st, Wilkes Barre, pa, 18701
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WILKES-BARRE FAMILY YMCA

People use the word “Walkability,” but what does the term really mean? Learn what is making our city’s streetscapes safer, more efficient and more usable for all. Walk Leader: Larry Newman, Diamond City Partnership.

  • Wear comfortable shoes and bring water
  • In the event of extreme heat or rain, the walk will be postponed to the following day at the same time
  • Departing promptly at 6:00 pm from the YMCA lobby

 

Y Walk Wednesdays is a series of free, guided evening walks featuring downtown neighborhoods, history, walking and health, architecture, wildlife and new development in Wilkes-Barre. Walks are approximately 90 minutes long and led by volunteer leaders. More information contact Wilkes-Barre Family YMCA 570-823-2191 www.wbymca.org 

 

 

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