Week of Events
Sunday, February 15, 2026
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Monday, February 16, 2026
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Tuesday, February 17, 2026
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Wednesday, February 18, 2026
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February 18, 2026 -Pup Stroll Day at Meadowlark
Pup Stroll Day at Meadowlark
(VA) (NOVA Parks) GREAT NEWS! Now garden guests may enjoy Meadowlark Botanical Gardens with their favorite canines every Wednesday for Pup Stroll Wednesdays. On Wednesdays, during regular daytime hours, leashed dogs are welcome in the gardens. (Only service dogs are permitted on other days.) Please note: Garden admission ends at 6:30pm.
Thursday, February 19, 2026
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February 19, 2026 -Caterpillars in Winter (Virtual)
Caterpillars in Winter (Virtual)
(MD) (Natural History Society of Maryland) Insects are exothermic. External forces control their internal temperatures. So what happens in winter? How do insects make it through to spring? In this very special Must Learn Thursday, we learn from two experts, Dr. Mike Raupp and Dr. Max Ferlauto. Each will share information on the strategies insects employ and what we can do to ensure they ...
Friday, February 20, 2026
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Saturday, February 21, 2026
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February 21, 2026 -Lunar New Year Festival
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February 21, 2026 -Frog Frenzy
Lunar New Year Festival
(DC) (Smithsonian) Gallop into 2026, the year of the horse, and celebrate Lunar New Year with us! This year we're hosting a festival and market pop-up at the nearby Smithsonian Arts + Industries Building (AIB). Experience cultural performances, lion dances, food, makers, and more! Plus, enjoy curator talks and tours at the museum throughout the day.
Frog Frenzy
(VA) (NOVA Parks) What’s that sound? Wood frogs abound! These woodland amphibians are a welcoming sign that spring is just around the corner. See (and hear) some of these ribbeting animals at Potomac Overlook’s frog pond, and learn about a fascinating adaptation that helps them survive the cold winter. Ages 5 +