EcoBook Club
(DC) (DC Public Library) This monthly adult book club discusses books on human ecology, sustainable living, environmental justice and post-fossil fuel futures. Books can be nonfiction, fiction or poetry.
8 events found.
Events
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Cleveland Park Library 3310 Connecticut Ave. NW, Washington, United States
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Little Critters: Nature Play at the Bird House
Smithsonian's National Zoo 3001 Connecticut Avenue, NW, Washington, DC, United States(DC) (Smithsonian National Zoo) Let's explore one of the most important parts of nature-TREES! Join us for creative, drop-in play at the Zoo as we learn more about trees and the things they do. Little Critters: Nature Play is designed for ages 0-5 and their caregivers and families. Activities are designed with early learners in mind, but all ages are ...
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Exhibit: Recovering Our Night Skies
Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History 1000 Madison Drive NW, Washington, DC, United States(DC) (Smithsonian Natural History Museum) Artificial lights have become such common nighttime fixtures that we take them for granted. But what do brighter nights mean for people and wildlife? The effects of light pollution go beyond our diminishing view of the stars, but the solutions can have an immediate impact. Through over 100 photographs, nearly 250 objects, interactive experiences, tactile ...
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Hillwood Tour: Bones of the Winter Garden
Hillwood Estate 4155 Linnean Avenue, NW, Washington, DC, United States(DC) (Hillwood) Explore the bones of Hillwood’s peaceful winter gardens with Jessica Bonilla, director of horticulture. Evergreen plants take center stage, deciduous woody plants become architectural, and hardscapes become more important. Winter’s cool light shapes the experience, and we can sense more subtle shades of green and brown. The few flowers in bloom are very special, and the texture of ...
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Invasive Vine Removal at Publick Playhouse
Publick Playhouse 5445 Landover Rd, Hyattsville, United States(DC) (Casey Trees) Join Meredith from CCAN and Community Native Planting Project to remove Invasive Vines at a restoration site near Publick Playhouse. We will start with a brief training on invasive species and best practices for removal, and spend about 2 hours removing invasives. Half of the group will work on arborized vines and the other half will focus ...
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Senior Wellness Walk: Arboretum
Arboretum Community Center 2412 Rand Pl NE, Washington, DC, United States(DC) (Department of Parks and Recreation) Just 30 minutes every day can increase cardiovascular fitness, strengthen bones, reduce excess body fat, and boost muscle power and endurance. It can also reduce your risk of developing conditions such as heart disease, type 2 diabetes, osteoporosis and some cancers. Participants will enjoy group walking around the neighborhood, around the park, or just ...
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Tiny Tot: Animals in Winter
Long Branch Nature Center & Park 625 S Carlin Springs Rd, Arlington, VA, United States(VA) (Arlington Parks) Tiny Tot programs provide opportunities to interact one-on-one with your child while discovering the wonders of nature. Each program will engage your child with hands-on learning and may include a variety of activities like songs, games, crafts, and mini-hikes. Tiny Tot programs are offered throughout the year at Gulf and Long Branch Nature Centers. Each program has ...
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The World of Winter Trees
Sugarloaf Mountain Recreation Area 7901 Comus Rd, Dickerson, MD, United States(MD) (Nature Forward) Ever wanted to know what type of tree you were looking at and despaired because there were no leaves? Never fear, help is here! Join Habitat Manager Bradley Simpson for a winter stroll at Sugarloaf Mountain. On this walk, we’ll enjoy December along the trail and learn how to approach identifying trees when their branches are mostly ...
$33 – $46