Week of Events
Sunday, January 11, 2026
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January 11, 2026 -Winter Tree Identification
Winter Tree Identification
(DC) (Rhizome) Need a reason to get outdoors this winter? Are you wondering what trees do in the cold? This class will explore the biology and identification of trees in winter with botanist and herbalist Holly Poole-Kavana. Class is divided into two sections: 10:30am to noon will be held indoors (in-person) to learn about the characteristics that are useful for ...
Monday, January 12, 2026
No events on this day.
Tuesday, January 13, 2026
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January 13, 2026 -Paint Nature’s Creatures in Watercolor (Virtual)
Paint Nature’s Creatures in Watercolor (Virtual)
(DC) (Smithsonian Associates) Learn how to see beauty in the natural world and render it in stunning watercolor paintings, using various watercolor techniques to represent the metallic shell of a beetle, the soft, fuzzy wing of a moth, and the delightful colors of a butterfly. 8 sessions from January 13 to March 3, 2026.
Wednesday, January 14, 2026
No events on this day.
Thursday, January 15, 2026
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January 15, 2026 -Orchid Care
Orchid Care
(DC) (US Botanic Garden) Want to know more about orchid care and maintenance? Drop by the Conservatory's Garden Court to talk with George about orchids! Bring your questions and connect with USBG plant science professionals in this Expert Is In program.
Friday, January 16, 2026
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January 16, 2026 -Cool Weather Culinary Plants (Virtual)
Cool Weather Culinary Plants (Virtual)
(DC) (US Botanic Garden) Discover the surprising world of edible vegetables that thrive in the colder months. Join Kathy Jentz, author and gardener, to explore winter culinary plants highlighting hardy, flavorful edibles you may be overlooking this season. Get tips on how to grow, harvest, and enjoy these cool-weather delights right from your own garden.
Saturday, January 17, 2026
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January 17, 2026 -The Natural World of Winnie-The-Pooh (Virtual)
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January 17, 2026 -Make a Suncatcher
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January 17, 2026 -The Disappearance and Persistence of Bees (Virtual)
The Natural World of Winnie-The-Pooh (Virtual)
(DC) (US Botanic Garden) A.A. Milne’s Winnie-the-Pooh stories have enchanted generations with their whimsical characters, gentle humor, and deep connection to the natural world. Join Kathryn Aalto, historian, teacher, speaker, and New York Times best-selling author as she transports audiences to the real-life Ashdown Forest, the inspiration for the Hundred Acre Wood, through her book “The Natural World of Winnie-the-Pooh.”
Make a Suncatcher
(MD) (Montgomery Parks) Drop by the Discovery Center and have some fun! We’ll have easy-to-make seasonal crafts that you can make and take home. Today we’ll be making suncatchers.
The Disappearance and Persistence of Bees (Virtual)
(VA) (Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy) The demise and disappearance of bees is well documented, yet bees still persist. Wildlife biologist Sam Droege shares a more nuanced look at the current state of native bees based on his research. This presentation is co-sponsored by the Loudoun County Public Library.