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SUMMARY:Beyond Earth and Sky
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (Hillwood) In this third program in the Great Homes and Gardens lecture series\, Douglas Hamilton Jr. and Norman Barker will give a lecture on their book: Tashiding: Beyond Earth and Sky\, The Gardens of Douglas & Tsognie Hamilton. The lecture will give an exquisite tour of the Hamilton property and gardens\, exploring its varied influences\, including the family histories and cultures of its owners.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/beyond-earth-and-sky/
LOCATION:Hillwood Estate\, 4155 Linnean Avenue\, NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gardens,Seminars and Lectures,Social and Cultural
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SUMMARY:Hillwood Tour: Preparing for Spring
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (Hillwood) Jarett Currin\, greenhouse grower\, shares a preview of Hillwood’s fabulous spring and summer blooms on this thirty-minute behind-the-scenes tour of Hillwood’s production greenhouse. Enjoy the warmth of the greenhouse while getting a sneak peek of plants being grown for Hillwood’s beautiful spring and summer garden displays.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/hillwood-tour-preparing-for-spring/
LOCATION:Hillwood Estate\, 4155 Linnean Avenue\, NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gardens,Plants,Tour
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SUMMARY:Pup Stroll Day at Meadowlark
DESCRIPTION:(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.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/pup-stroll-day-at-meadowlark-6/
LOCATION:Meadowlark Botanical Gardens\, 9750 Meadowlark Gardens\, Vienna\, VA\, 22182\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animals,Gardens,Outdoor Experience
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260215T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260215T173000
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CREATED:20260111T212959Z
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SUMMARY:Botanical Gardens of the World (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (Smithsonian Associates) Indulge in a colorful midwinter escape as horticultural expert Keith Tomlinson leads a series of virtual visits that highlight the beauty of notable botanical gardens in settings as varied as Singapore\, the Arizona desert\, and the American Midwest. In vibrant visuals he explores how each garden has taken a unique approach to design and interpretation as they all celebrate plant collections\, conservation\, education\, and the distinctive environments and landscapes in which they bloom: \nFebruary 8  Gardens by the Bay\, Singapore \nFebruary 15  Boyce Thompson Arboretum and the Desert Botanical Garden\, Arizona \nFebruary 22  Missouri Botanical Garden\, St. Louis
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/botanical-gardens-of-the-world-virtual-2/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Classes & Workshops,Gardens,Natural History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260214T120000
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SUMMARY:Nature Folklore
DESCRIPTION:(VA) (Fairfax County Parks) Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a storytelling adventure rooted in nature and connection. Discover how landscapes\, plants and animals have inspired folktales from different traditions. Enjoy heartwarming stories about kindness\, friendship and togetherness\, then collaborate to craft your own nature-inspired tale to take home. Ages 8 to Adult.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/nature-folklore/
LOCATION:Green Spring Gardens\, 4603 Green Spring Rd\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Gardens,Social and Cultural
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260211T100000
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SUMMARY:Pup Stroll Day at Meadowlark
DESCRIPTION:(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.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/pup-stroll-day-at-meadowlark-5/
LOCATION:Meadowlark Botanical Gardens\, 9750 Meadowlark Gardens\, Vienna\, VA\, 22182\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animals,Gardens,Outdoor Experience
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260208T160000
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SUMMARY:Botanical Gardens of the World (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (Smithsonian Associates) Indulge in a colorful midwinter escape as horticultural expert Keith Tomlinson leads a series of virtual visits that highlight the beauty of notable botanical gardens in settings as varied as Singapore\, the Arizona desert\, and the American Midwest. In vibrant visuals he explores how each garden has taken a unique approach to design and interpretation as they all celebrate plant collections\, conservation\, education\, and the distinctive environments and landscapes in which they bloom: \nFebruary 8  Gardens by the Bay\, Singapore \nFebruary 15  Boyce Thompson Arboretum and the Desert Botanical Garden\, Arizona \nFebruary 22  Missouri Botanical Garden\, St. Louis
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/botanical-gardens-of-the-world-virtual/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Classes & Workshops,Gardens,Natural History
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SUMMARY:Pup Stroll Day at Meadowlark
DESCRIPTION:(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.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/pup-stroll-day-at-meadowlark-4/
LOCATION:Meadowlark Botanical Gardens\, 9750 Meadowlark Gardens\, Vienna\, VA\, 22182\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animals,Gardens,Outdoor Experience
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260128T100000
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CREATED:20260114T224732Z
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SUMMARY:Pup Stroll Day at Meadowlark
DESCRIPTION:(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.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/pup-stroll-day-at-meadowlark-3/
LOCATION:Meadowlark Botanical Gardens\, 9750 Meadowlark Gardens\, Vienna\, VA\, 22182\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animals,Gardens,Outdoor Experience
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SUMMARY:Pup Stroll Day at Meadowlark
DESCRIPTION:(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.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/pup-stroll-day-at-meadowlark-2/
LOCATION:Meadowlark Botanical Gardens\, 9750 Meadowlark Gardens\, Vienna\, VA\, 22182\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animals,Gardens,Outdoor Experience
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260116T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260116T130000
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CREATED:20260110T005721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260110T005803Z
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SUMMARY:Cool Weather Culinary Plants (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:(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.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/cool-weather-culinary-plants-virtual/
LOCATION:US Botanic Garden\, 100 Maryland Ave SW\, Washington DC\, 20001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes & Workshops,Culinary,Gardens,Plants
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