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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T100000
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SUMMARY:Anacostia Museum "Unplugged" Day
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (Smithsonian) Join the Smithsonian’s Anacostia Community Museum for A Day Unplugged\, a family-friendly program inviting guests to slow down\, reconnect with nature\, and celebrate the start of the growing season. Participants will learn the art of Creating the Perfect Container Garden\, a hands-on workshop led by garden facilitator Derek Thomas\, who will demonstrate how to grow vegetables\, herbs\, or ornamental plants in small spaces. Whether you have a balcony\, porch\, or windowsill or consider yourself “earth challenged”; this workshop will show how simple it can be to create a thriving container garden. Families can also enjoy story time for youth and a noon-day sound bath immersion designed to inspire reflection on the beauty of being and encourage personal and communal balance through mindful and sustainable practices.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/anacostia-museum-unplugged-day/
LOCATION:Smithsonian’s Anacostia Community Museum\, 1901 Fort Pl\, SE\, Washington\, DC\, 20020\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Gardens,Outdoor Experience,Social & Cultural
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T140000
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SUMMARY:Spring Greening Fair
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (Anacostia Parks and Community Collaborative) Join us for a free Earth Day celebration! Enjoy arts\, crafts\, and family activities! Discover practical ways to care for trees\, remove invasive vines\, and protect your home from climate impacts. Reduce energy use and save money on your utility bills!
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/spring-greening-fair/
LOCATION:Lederer Youth Gardens\, 4801 Nannie Helen Burroughs Ave NE\, Washington\, DC\, 20019
CATEGORIES:Family,Garden Experience,Stewardship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T120000
DTSTAMP:20260412T235914Z
CREATED:20260412T235914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260412T235914Z
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SUMMARY:Junior Rangers Rise!
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (National Park Service) Celebrate Freedom 250 at Rock Creek Park with Junior Rangers Rise! Caring for Parks\, Caring for the Future—a two-day\, family-friendly event that connects 250 years of American history to the next generation of park stewards. Through hands-on activities\, ranger-led programs\, and interactive experiences\, participants will discover how curiosity\, caring for nature\, and everyday actions can carry these ideals forward. \n 
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/junior-rangers-rise/
LOCATION:Rock Creek Nature Center\, 5200 Glover Rd NW\, Washington\, 20015\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Natural History,Nature Play
GEO:38.9599553;-77.0516936
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T120000
DTSTAMP:20260419T170530Z
CREATED:20260419T170255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260419T170530Z
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SUMMARY:Earth Day Celebration and Trail Care
DESCRIPTION:(VA) (Friends of Mount the Vernon Trail) Celebrate Earth Day and help us remove trash from the marsh near Marina Towers on the Mount Vernon Trail. This event is celebrating Earth Day and Celebrate Trails Day. The last time we removed trash at this location volunteers picked up 2\,400+ lbs of trash. Let’s try and break that record. This is a kid friendly event! Snacks will be provided. \nSee registration page for location details.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/earth-day-celebration-and-trail-care/
CATEGORIES:Family,Stewardship,Volunteering
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T140000
DTSTAMP:20260416T014258Z
CREATED:20260416T014258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T014258Z
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SUMMARY:Earth Day at Brookside Gardens
DESCRIPTION:(MD) (Montgomery Parks) Celebrate Earth Day at Brookside with activities and performances entirely geared toward families. Little ones can try out being a naturalist and learn how to pot a plant — and take said potted plant home\, while supplies last. Watch live science experiments with the Science Guys of Baltimore during the first half of the event\, and then a set from children’s music band L-M-N-O-People. Join the Science Guys to make science fun\, cool\, and easy with bubbling potions\, chemical reactions\, and explosions!  Explore the science and art of sustainability through child-driven projects\, plantings\, and crafts.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/earth-day-at-brookside-gardens/
LOCATION:Brookside Gardens\, 1800 Glenallan Avenue\, Wheaton\, MD\, 20902\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Garden Experience,Nature Play
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260427T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260427T220000
DTSTAMP:20260416T160927Z
CREATED:20260416T155610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T160927Z
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SUMMARY:City Nature Challenge: Nocturnal Naturalists at Bull Run Regional Park
DESCRIPTION:(VA) (NOVA Parks) (Capital Nature) (MNCPPC) \nJoin us for this global community science event by making observations on the free app iNaturalist. We’ll set out to observe as many nocturnal critters as we can. We will also be setting up a mothing station and using a UV lights to locate critters that glow in the dark. It shapes up to be a great way to wrap up the City Nature Challenge and we hope to see you there!
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/city-nature-challenge-nocturnal-naturalists-at-bull-run-regional-park/
LOCATION:Atlantis Water Park at Bull Run\, 7700 Bull Run Drive\, Centreville\, VA\, 20121\, United States
CATEGORIES:Citizen Science,Family,Nature Observation,Outdoor Experience
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T180000
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SUMMARY:Anacostia River Festival
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (Building Bridges) Join us for this free\, family-friendly event at Anacostia Park as we come together to Celebrate DC Herstory honoring the women who shaped our city while uplifting community\, culture\, and connection. This day will include live musical performances\, arts and crafts for all ages\, fishing\, nature exploration activities\, pickleball\, mindfulness movement workshops and more!
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/anacostia-river-festival/
LOCATION:Anacostia Park at Good Hope Road\, 1100 Good Hope Rd SE\, Washington\, 20020\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Parks,Social & Cultural
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260526T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260526T120000
DTSTAMP:20260524T152524Z
CREATED:20260524T152436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260524T152524Z
UID:10004392-1779791400-1779796800@capitalnature.org
SUMMARY:Stream Exploration at Gulf Branch
DESCRIPTION:(VA) (Arlington Parks) Bring the whole family to play in Gulf Branch stream! We’ll learn about local plants and animals on our hike down to the water and we’ll explore under the rocks of the stream for macroinvertebrates. Must wear closed toe shoes in the water and bring clothes that can get wet! Ages 6 to 10.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/stream-exploration/
LOCATION:Gulf Branch Nature Center & Park\, 3608 Military Rd\, Arlington\, VA\, 22207\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Family,Outdoor Experience
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260531T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260531T150000
DTSTAMP:20260524T153905Z
CREATED:20260524T153905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260524T153905Z
UID:10004396-1780236000-1780239600@capitalnature.org
SUMMARY:Animal Meet & Greet
DESCRIPTION:(VA) (Arlington Parks) Meet one of the Animal Ambassadors that live at Gulf Branch Nature Center and learn their histories and how they came to live here with us. Find out fun and interesting facts and stories about these amazing animals. Families.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/animal-meet-greet/
LOCATION:Gulf Branch Nature Center & Park\, 3608 Military Rd\, Arlington\, VA\, 22207\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animals,Family
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260610T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260610T213000
DTSTAMP:20260602T020900Z
CREATED:20260602T020900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T020900Z
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SUMMARY:Owl Prowl
DESCRIPTION:(VA) (NOVA Parks) \n“Whooooo cooks for youuuu? Whoooo cooks for youuuu allllll?” No\, this is not a chef looking for a job! This is the call of a Barred Owl\, perhaps Northern Virginia’s most frequently observed owl. Join the roving naturalist on a quest to find these feathered friends. Learn more about owl adaptations\, behavior\, and role in the ecosystem before we hit the trails to find them! Ages 5 and up.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/owl-prowl-3/
LOCATION:Potomac Overlook Regional Park\, 2845 N. Marcey Road\, Arlington\, VA\, 22207\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birds,Family,Nature Observation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260616T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260616T120000
DTSTAMP:20260602T010904Z
CREATED:20260602T010904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T010904Z
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SUMMARY:Leaf Boat Float
DESCRIPTION:(MD) (Montgomery Parks) Create a miniature boat using natural and upcycled materials\, take a Naturalist led hike down to Meadowside’s bubbling creek\, and watch your boat float its way downstream! Ages 6 and up.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/leaf-boat-float/
LOCATION:Meadowside Nature Center\, 5100 Meadowside Lane\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Family,Nature Play
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260617T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260617T213000
DTSTAMP:20260613T013048Z
CREATED:20260613T013048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260613T013048Z
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SUMMARY:Baby Owl Prowl
DESCRIPTION:(VA) (Arlington Parks) June is the best month to find young owls in our forests. Come for a short owl talk and hike to see whoooo shows up.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/baby-owl-prowl/
LOCATION:Long Branch Nature Center & Park\, 625 S Carlin Springs Rd\, Arlington\, VA\, 22204\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Nature Observation,Outdoor Experience
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260619T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260619T160000
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CREATED:20260601T022949Z
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SUMMARY:Touch and Hear the Universe
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (Smithsonian) Experience the universe like never before with the premiere of NASA’s Chandra Interactive Sonification Wall\, a multisensory exhibit that transforms space data into a symphony of light\, sound\, and touch. Using spectacular imagery from the Chandra X-ray Observatory\, James Webb and Hubble Space Telescopes\, this installation allows you to “play” the stars.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/touch-and-hear-the-universe/
LOCATION:National Museum of the American Indian\, Fourth Street & Independence Ave. SW\, Washington\, DC\, 20560
CATEGORIES:Astronomy,Family,Music
GEO:38.8875786;-77.0175504
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T203000
DTSTAMP:20260602T012454Z
CREATED:20260602T012454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T012454Z
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SUMMARY:Shakespeare in the Park
DESCRIPTION:(MD) (Montgomery Parks) Love\, disguise\, and redemption collide in Shakespeare’s As You Like It. Driven from court by sibling rivalry and ruthless ambition\, Orlando and Rosalind escape into the Forest of Arden\, where identities blur and hearts awaken. Witty\, romantic\, and full of heart\, As You Like It celebrates love in all its unexpected forms. \nBring a lawn chair\, and a picnic and enjoy the bard under the stars.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/shakespeare-in-the-park/
LOCATION:Meadowside Nature Center\, 5100 Meadowside Lane\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Parks,Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T210000
DTSTAMP:20260613T013806Z
CREATED:20260613T013806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260613T013806Z
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SUMMARY:Native American Folklore Campfire
DESCRIPTION:(VA) (Arlington Parks) The whole family is invited to join us at the Long Branch or Gulf Branch fire ring for lots of old-fashioned fun. This engaging program will be filled with entertaining activities that may include stories\, special animal guests\, games\, songs and of course\, S’mores!
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/native-american-folklore-campfire/
LOCATION:Long Branch Nature Center at Glencarlyn Park\, 625 S Carlin Springs Rd\, Arlington\, VA\, 22204\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Outdoor Experience,Social & Cultural
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260621T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260621T140000
DTSTAMP:20260601T023313Z
CREATED:20260601T023313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T023313Z
UID:10004426-1782036000-1782050400@capitalnature.org
SUMMARY:Solstice Sunday at the Zoo
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (National Zoo) Celebrate the start of summer with our free\, family‑friendly Science Solstice Sunday\, part of the Smithsonian’s annual Solstice Weekend! \nFollow animal clues in an interactive scavenger hunt across the Zoo for a chance to win a prize\, enjoy special animal demonstrations\, and explore hands-on activity stations from Smithsonian scientists\, researchers\, and experts working around the world to protect wildlife and study nature
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/solstice-sunday-at-the-zoo/
LOCATION:Smithsonian’s National Zoo\, 3001 Connecticut Avenue\, NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animals,Family,Social and Cultural
ORGANIZER;CN="Smithsonian's National Zoo":MAILTO:zooinfo@si.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260621T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260621T210000
DTSTAMP:20260613T014043Z
CREATED:20260613T014043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260613T014043Z
UID:10004498-1782068400-1782075600@capitalnature.org
SUMMARY:Firefly Festival
DESCRIPTION:(VA) (Arlington Parks) Come celebrate summer’s natural night lights as we learn about these bioluminescent beetles! Activities include: bug hunts\, games\, crafts\, walks\, and talks about fireflies. Bring a picnic blanket as we wait for sunset and the natural lights to come out.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/firefly-festival/
LOCATION:Fort C.F. Smith Park\, 2411 24th St N\, Arlington\, VA\, 22207\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Social & Cultural,Wildlife
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260711T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260711T100000
DTSTAMP:20260601T015639Z
CREATED:20260601T015639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T015639Z
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SUMMARY:Sensory-Friendly Morning at the Garden
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (US Botanic Garden) Join us outside of public hours for a sensory-friendly morning to celebrate summer at the U.S. Botanic Garden. You can visit a Discovery Cart to learn about the plant science behind chocolate or get hands-on with an interactive pot-a-plant activity.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/sensory-friendly-morning-at-the-garden/
LOCATION:U.S. Botanic Garden\, 100 Maryland Ave SW\, Washington DC\, 20515\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Garden Experience
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