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SUMMARY:Neighborhood Invasive Vine Removal in Hillcrest
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (Casey Trees) Join Meredith from CCAN to remove Invasive Vines around the Hillcrest neighborhood in Washington DC. We will meet at the Hillcrest Rec Center and spend 30 minutes doing training. From there we will break into pairs and head to a list of pre-surveyed residences in the area to offer vine removal for residents. We may also drop off flyers at additional residences. \nWe will focus on non-native invasive vines including porcelainberry (Ampelopsis glandulosa var. brevipedunculata) and English ivy (Hedera helix). Please wear long pants\, long sleeves\, and close-toed shoes. Instructions and tools will be provided\, so just bring yourself and a good attitude!
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/neighborhood-invasive-vine-removal-in-hillcrest-2/
LOCATION:Hillcrest Rec Center\, 3100 Denver St. SE\, Washington\, DC\, 20020\, United States
CATEGORIES:Stewardship,Trees,Volunteering
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260626T183000
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SUMMARY:Full Moon Friday
DESCRIPTION:(MD) (Montgomery Parks) Join us for the magic of the full moon for a hike and campfire on each Friday nearest to the full moon. Feel free to bring your own hotdogs to warm over the fire and we’ll provide marshmallows. The program will be mainly outdoors with a hiking component. All hikes will be on natural surface trails.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/full-moon-friday-3/
LOCATION:Locust Grove Nature Center\, 7777 Democracy Blvd\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20817\, United States
CATEGORIES:Astronomy,Outdoor Experience,Social & Cultural
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260626T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260626T203000
DTSTAMP:20260603T042630
CREATED:20260512T003233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T003233Z
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SUMMARY:Jazz in the Garden
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (National Gallery of Art) Travel across the country through music\, exploring our many traditions—from Appalachian and Americana to Creole jazz\, Hill Country blues\, contemporary jazz\, and more for the nation’s 250th anniversary. Every Friday through August 14 (except June 5 and July 3). Pre-show dance classes on May 22 and 29\, June 12\, and July 24. \nEvent registration through a lottery. The lottery takes place the week before each event\, opening on Monday at 10:00 a.m. and closing Friday at noon. Limited day-of passes will be available starting at 5:00 p.m.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/jazz-in-the-garden-5/
LOCATION:National Gallery of Art Sculpture Garden\, 7th Street & Constitution Ave. NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20565\, United States
CATEGORIES:Garden Experience,Music,Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260626T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260626T130000
DTSTAMP:20260603T042630
CREATED:20260601T015118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T015118Z
UID:10004418-1782475200-1782478800@capitalnature.org
SUMMARY:An Artist in Their Garden (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (US Botanic Garden) Join us as Jean Brinton Jaecks\, Artist\, Gardener\, and Educator shares her paintings\, her two-acre garden as a family legacy\, and how they happily coincide year-round. Dedicated to gardening for biodiversity and maintaining a chemical-free\, sustainable environment\, Jean will offer her perspective on what it means to invite not only creatures and plants to thrive together\, but art and gardening\, as well.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/an-artist-in-their-garden-virtual/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Art,Garden Experience,Seminars and Lectures
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T120000
DTSTAMP:20260603T042630
CREATED:20260601T014822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T014822Z
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SUMMARY:Demonstration: Repotting Orchids
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (US Botanic Garden) Connect with horticultural experts as they present tips and techniques related to their field of expertise. On this occasion\, George will be in the Conservatory Garden Court showing how to repot orchids. Stop by to strengthen or stretch your skill set!
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/demonstration-repotting-orchids-2/
LOCATION:US Botanic Garden\, 100 Maryland Ave SW\, Washington DC\, 20001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes & Workshops,Plants
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T193000
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CREATED:20260601T175850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T175850Z
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SUMMARY:Wellness Wednesday at the Arboretum
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (Friends of the National Arboretum) Connect your mind\, body\, and spirit with nature through guided mindfulness programs on Wednesdays during summer evening hours. Save the date — registrations are coming soon!
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/wellness-wednesday-at-the-arboretum-3/
LOCATION:U.S. National Arboretum\, 24th & R St NE\, Washington DC\, 20002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Mindfulness,Outdoor Experience,Wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T173000
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CREATED:20260601T024721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T024721Z
UID:10004434-1782295200-1782322200@capitalnature.org
SUMMARY:Exhibit: The Art of Truman Low
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (Smithsonian) View the first major retrospective of the acclaimed Hoocąk (Ho-Chunk) artist: Water’s Edge: The Art of Truman Lowe. Lowe’s elegant\, minimalist sculptures made of willow branches\, feathers\, and other organic materials evoke the rivers\, streams\, and waterfalls of the Wisconsin woodlands where he was raised and the canoes used to traverse them.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/exhibit-the-art-of-truman-low-3/
LOCATION:National Museum of the American Indian\, Fourth Street & Independence Ave. SW\, Washington\, DC\, 20560
CATEGORIES:Art,Exhibit,Nature Observation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T090000
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SUMMARY:Invasive Vine Removal at Branch Ave Park
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (Casey Trees) Join Meredith from CCAN to remove Invasive Vines at Branch Ave Park in DC. We will start with a brief training on non-native invasive species and best practices for removal\, and spend about 2 hours removing invasives. We will focus on non-native invasive vines including porcelainberry (Ampelopsis glandulosa var. brevipedunculata) and English ivy (Hedera helix). \nThis project is sponsored through a partnership between CCAN and Casey Trees\, and is funded in part by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Forest Service.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/invasive-vine-removal-at-branch-ave-park-2/
LOCATION:Branch Avenue Park\, 3350 Erie St SE\, Washington\, DC\, 20020\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conservation,Stewardship,Volunteering
GEO:38.8568368;-76.9578644
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T070000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T022728Z
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SUMMARY:Sunrise Kayak Paddle
DESCRIPTION:(VA) (NOVA Parks) Enjoy a relaxing guided sunrise kayak paddle led by ACA certified paddling instructor and NOVA Parks’ Roving Naturalist\, Matt Felperin. Calm morning waters should make this an easy paddle\, and we hope to see lots of wildlife along the way! Expect to see Great Blue Herons\, Osprey\, and Bald Eagles. We will begin with a brief paddling instruction overview before heading out. Previous kayak experience suggested\, but not required. Ages 12+
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/sunrise-kayak-paddle/
LOCATION:Pohick Bay Regional Park\, 6501 Pohick Bay Drive\, Lorton\, VA\, 22079\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nature Observation,Outdoor Experience,Water Sport
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260623T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260623T200000
DTSTAMP:20260603T042630
CREATED:20260602T013136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T013136Z
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SUMMARY:Summer Twilight Concert at Brookside
DESCRIPTION:(MD) (Montgomery Parks) Join us each Tuesday evening in June for a series of musical performances set in the beauty of the Gardens! Admission is free\, and no registration is required. Bring your friends and family\, and don’t forget your chairs\, blankets\, and picnics (allowed in the Gardens on concert evenings only). Food trucks will also be available for your dining pleasure. No registration required. Tonight’s performers are The Sidleys | Indie Rock / Soul.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/summer-twilight-concert-at-brookside/
LOCATION:Brookside Gardens\, 1800 Glenallan Avenue\, Wheaton\, MD\, 20902\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music,Outdoor Experience,Performance
GEO:39.0581511;-77.0373745
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260623T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260623T120000
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CREATED:20260602T013856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T013856Z
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SUMMARY:Cleanup at Long Branch-Garland Park
DESCRIPTION:(MD) (Montgomery Join Montgomery Parks & Friends of Sligo Creek at a volunteer park cleanup! Help beautify your community green spaces\, keep litter out of our streams\, and protect wildlife! Children under 14 years old must volunteer with a parent/guardian.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/cleanup-at-long-branch-garland-park/
LOCATION:Long Branch-Garland Neighborhood Park\, 8700 Piney Branch Rd\, Silver Spring\, MD\, 20901\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conservation,Stewardship,Volunteering
GEO:38.9970221;-76.9983342
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260622
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260629
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CREATED:20260601T020132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T020132Z
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SUMMARY:Pollinator Week
DESCRIPTION:(Pollinator Partnership) Pollinator Week is an annual celebration in support of pollinator health. It is a time to raise awareness for pollinators and spread the word about what we can do to protect them. Popular events include planting for pollinators\, hosting garden tours\, participating in online bee and butterfly ID workshops. Check out events with Pollinator Partnership and organizations throughout the DMV.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/pollinator-week/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Classes & Workshops,Holiday,Wildlife
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260621T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260621T140000
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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:20260621T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260621T180000
DTSTAMP:20260603T042630
CREATED:20260601T023927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T023927Z
UID:10004430-1782032400-1782064800@capitalnature.org
SUMMARY:Exhibit: Growing Together
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (Smithsonian Gardens) Nine exhibits across Smithsonian Gardens around the National Mall hold history and memories\, tell American stories\, and carry culture through food growing and seed saving. The exhibition also introduces gardens as places of wellbeing\, connection\, and innovation—from horticultural therapy to the powerful role trees play in ecosystems and in cities.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/exhibit-growing-together-8/
LOCATION:National Mall\, 1750 Independence Avenue Southwest\, Wasington DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit,Gardens,Natural History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260621T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260621T150000
DTSTAMP:20260603T042630
CREATED:20260524T202909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260524T202909Z
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SUMMARY:The Butterfly Experience
DESCRIPTION:(MD) (Montgomery Parks) A world of wonder takes flight as Montgomery Parks’ popular Butterfly Experience returns to Brookside Gardens. Visitors will be surrounded by hundreds of brilliant butterflies from the Americas\, Africa\, and Asia as they flutter among vibrant\, lush tropical blooms. This intimate experience offers rare\, up-close encounters while trained staff and volunteers highlight the stages of metamorphosis\, the important role butterflies play in healthy ecosystems\, and how to ensure these beautiful insects thrive in our own gardens. \nButterfly Experience runs through September 7th.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/the-butterfly-experience-4/
LOCATION:Brookside Gardens\, 1800 Glenallan Avenue\, Wheaton\, MD\, 20902\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit,Nature Observation,Wildlife
GEO:39.0581511;-77.0373745
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T203000
DTSTAMP:20260603T042630
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T120000
DTSTAMP:20260603T042630
CREATED:20260602T012809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T012809Z
UID:10004472-1781949600-1781956800@capitalnature.org
SUMMARY:Matthew Henson Trail Cleanup
DESCRIPTION:(MD) (Montgomery Parks) Join Montgomery Parks at a volunteer park cleanup! Help beautify your community green spaces\, keep litter out of our streams\, and protect wildlife! Children under 14 years old must volunteer with a parent/guardian.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/matthew-henson-trail-cleanup/
LOCATION:Matthew Henson State Park Stream Valley Park\, Veirs Mill Road east to\, Georgia Ave\, Aspen Hill\, MD\, 20906\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conservation,Stewardship,Volunteering
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T120000
DTSTAMP:20260603T042630
CREATED:20260602T011750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T011750Z
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SUMMARY:Forest Bathing at Locust Grove
DESCRIPTION:(MD) (Montgomery Parks) Forest bathing promotes wellness through deepening our connection to natural environments. Based on the Japanese practice of Shinrin-Yoku\, which translates as “taking in the atmosphere of the forest\,””. This 2-hour session\, led by certified forest therapy guide Adria S. Zeldin\, will guide you through mindfulness-based sensory invitations to help you slow down\, awaken your senses\, and reconnect with nature. Ages 18 and up.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/forest-bathing-at-locust-grove-2/
LOCATION:Locust Grove Nature Center\, 7777 Democracy Blvd\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20817\, United States
CATEGORIES:Contemplative,Nature Observation,Wellness
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T120000
DTSTAMP:20260603T042630
CREATED:20260602T001358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T001358Z
UID:10004456-1781949600-1781956800@capitalnature.org
SUMMARY:Invasive Plant Removal at 630 East
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (Rock Creek Conservancy) Join Rock Creek Conservancy and Weed Warrior leader Rena Subotnik or this invasive plant removal restoration event in Rock Creek Park. Invasive plants are a major threat to our fragile forests\, and stopping their spread helps allow native plants to thrive in the understory. Event location\, directions\, and information will be sent from the event leader 48 hours prior to the event.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/invasive-plant-removal-at-630-east-5/
LOCATION:Reservation 630 East\, 2801 Quebec Street Northwest\, Washington\, 20008
CATEGORIES:Conservation,Stewardship,Volunteering
GEO:38.9372186;-77.0560398
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T180000
DTSTAMP:20260603T042630
CREATED:20260601T023902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T023902Z
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SUMMARY:Exhibit: Growing Together
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (Smithsonian Gardens) Nine exhibits across Smithsonian Gardens around the National Mall hold history and memories\, tell American stories\, and carry culture through food growing and seed saving. The exhibition also introduces gardens as places of wellbeing\, connection\, and innovation—from horticultural therapy to the powerful role trees play in ecosystems and in cities.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/exhibit-growing-together-7/
LOCATION:National Mall\, 1750 Independence Avenue Southwest\, Wasington DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit,Gardens,Natural History
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T120000
DTSTAMP:20260603T042630
CREATED:20260601T181317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T181317Z
UID:10004446-1781946000-1781956800@capitalnature.org
SUMMARY:Invasive Species Removal + Volunteer Celebration at Langdon Park
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (Casey Trees) Join CCAN\, The Langdon Park Forest Stewards\, and Casey Trees to get outside and remove invasive plants! Take part in the exciting Assisted Natural Regeneration efforts happening to restore the forest at Langdon Park in NE DC. We will start with a brief training on non-native invasive species and best practices for removal\, and spend about 2 hours removing invasives. We will focus on non-native invasive plants like Bush (Amur) Honeysuckle. \nAt around 10:30\, we will stop working and party! Come join us as we celebrate all the hard work volunteers at Langdon Park have accomplished this summer. We will have refreshments\, snacks\, and fun facts about the park.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/invasive-species-removal-volunteer-celebration-at-langdon-park/
LOCATION:Langdon Park Recreation Center\, 2901 20th St NE\, Washington DC\, 20018\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social Event,Stewardship,Trees,Volunteering
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T110000
DTSTAMP:20260603T042630
CREATED:20260602T012133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T012133Z
UID:10004470-1781946000-1781953200@capitalnature.org
SUMMARY:Cleanup at Northwest Branch Stream Valley
DESCRIPTION:(MD) (Montgomery Parks) Join Montgomery Parks & Neighbors of Northwest Branch at a volunteer park cleanup! Help beautify your community green spaces\, keep litter out of our streams\, and protect wildlife! Children under 14 years old must volunteer with a parent/guardian.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/cleanup-at-northwest-branch-stream-valley/
LOCATION:Northwest Branch Stream Valley Park\, 75 Southampton Dr\, SIlver Spring\, MD\, 20903\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conservation,Stewardship,Volunteering
GEO:39.0036447;-76.9815381
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260619T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260619T203000
DTSTAMP:20260603T042630
CREATED:20260512T003206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T003206Z
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SUMMARY:Jazz in the Garden
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (National Gallery of Art) Travel across the country through music\, exploring our many traditions—from Appalachian and Americana to Creole jazz\, Hill Country blues\, contemporary jazz\, and more for the nation’s 250th anniversary. Every Friday through August 14 (except June 5 and July 3). Pre-show dance classes on May 22 and 29\, June 12\, and July 24. \nEvent registration through a lottery. The lottery takes place the week before each event\, opening on Monday at 10:00 a.m. and closing Friday at noon. Limited day-of passes will be available starting at 5:00 p.m.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/jazz-in-the-garden-4/
LOCATION:National Gallery of Art Sculpture Garden\, 7th Street & Constitution Ave. NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20565\, United States
CATEGORIES:Garden Experience,Music,Performance
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260619T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260619T203000
DTSTAMP:20260603T042630
CREATED:20260602T022157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T022157Z
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SUMMARY:Summer Solstice Forest Bathing
DESCRIPTION:(VA) (NOVA Parks) Welcome the Summer Solstice as the sun sets over the serene Meadowlark Botanical Gardens with an evening of deep relaxation\, an immersive sound journey\, and nature therapy (forest bathing). \nThis restorative experience blends nature therapy to reconnect with nature and awaken your senses\, along with immersive sound meditation to quiet the mind and attune to the rhythms of the land. As the sun’s golden glow fades into twilight\, you will be held in the soothing resonance of singing bowls\, chimes\, and drums. Ages 18 and up.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/summer-solstice-forest-bathing/
LOCATION:Meadowlark Botanical Gardens\, 9750 Meadowlark Gardens\, Vienna\, VA\, 22182\, United States
CATEGORIES:Contemplative,Nature Observation,Wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260619T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260619T203000
DTSTAMP:20260603T042630
CREATED:20260602T021719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T021719Z
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SUMMARY:Sunset in the Gardens
DESCRIPTION:(VA) (NOVA Parks) Savor the beauty of Meadowlark Botanical Gardens in the soft glow of twilight. During these special extended hours\, the gardens remain open until 8:45 PM\, offering a peaceful and picturesque setting to unwind\, take an evening stroll\, or simply enjoy the changing light as day turns to dusk.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/sunset-in-the-gardens/
LOCATION:Meadowlark Botanical Gardens\, 9750 Meadowlark Gardens\, Vienna\, VA\, 22182\, United States
CATEGORIES:Garden Experience
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260619T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260619T160000
DTSTAMP:20260603T042630
CREATED:20260601T022949Z
LAST-MODIFIED: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:20260619T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260619T150000
DTSTAMP:20260603T042630
CREATED:20260601T014643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T014643Z
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SUMMARY:Science & Art of Nature Journaling
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (US Botanic Garden) Interested in learning about the connection between science and art? Drop by the Garden Court to talk with Dr. Jennifer Riehl\, Forest Molecular Geneticist\, and learn how drawing\, writing stories\, and close observation can be gateways to understanding the natural world and each other. Explore the beauty and diversity of plant forms and learn how to create your own nature journal.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/science-art-of-nature-journaling/
LOCATION:U.S. Botanic Garden\, 100 Maryland Ave SW\, Washington DC\, 20515\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Classes & Workshops,Literary
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260619T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260619T120000
DTSTAMP:20260603T042630
CREATED:20260602T003007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T003007Z
UID:10004461-1781868600-1781870400@capitalnature.org
SUMMARY:Cutting Garden Tour at Hillwood
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (Hillwood) Marjorie Merriweather Post loved displaying fresh cut flowers throughout her home. This tradition continues today as the cutting garden produces nearly one thousand stems a week during the height of summer. From sunflowers and zinnias to eucalyptus and lisianthus\, a weekly harvest supplies a bounty of flowers which are used in arrangements throughout the property. Tour the garden in all its glory and learn a few tips and secrets from a Hillwood gardener along the way. \nTickets are distributed at the Ellen MacNeille Charles Visitor Center upon opening each day. This thirty-minute tour is limited to fifteen and meets in the visitor center conservatory.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/cutting-garden-tour-at-hillwood-2/
LOCATION:Hillwood Estate\, 4155 Linnean Avenue\, NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conservation,Garden Experience,Tour
GEO:38.9436253;-77.0526371
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260619T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260619T120000
DTSTAMP:20260603T042630
CREATED:20260601T022631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T003120Z
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SUMMARY:Pollinator Garden Tour at NMNH
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (Smithsonian Gardens) Discover how the gardens around the National Museum of Natural History create habitats that support birds\, insects\, and even people! Meet one of our knowledgeable volunteers outside the Constitution Avenue entrance to the National Museum of Natural History.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/pollinator-garden-tour/
LOCATION:Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History\, 1000 Madison Drive NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20560\, United States
CATEGORIES:Garden Experience,Gardening for Wildlife,Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260619T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260619T110000
DTSTAMP:20260603T042630
CREATED:20260602T004052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T004122Z
UID:10004464-1781865000-1781866800@capitalnature.org
SUMMARY:Hillwood Japanese-style Garden Tour
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (Hillwood) Experience the serenity and beauty of the Japanese-style garden\, just as Marjorie Post and so many of her guests did. Join Michael Rollinson\, gardener\, as he shares a behind-the-scenes look at the intricately manicured\, yet “naturally wild\,” Japanese-style garden. \nTickets are distributed at the Ellen MacNeille Charles Visitor Center upon opening each day. This thirty-minute tour is limited to twelve and meets in the visitor center conservatory.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/japanese-star-festival-at-hillwood-2/
LOCATION:Hillwood Estate\, 4155 Linnean Avenue\, NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Garden Experience,Social & Cultural,Tour
GEO:38.9436253;-77.0526371
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