(VA) (Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy) Interested in where crops, heirlooms and weeds come from? In this talk, ethnobotanist Nan McCarry will tell you the story of how we transitioned into an age of agriculture starting 10,000 years ago, and some of the unintended consequences that arose. Through this presentation, we can gain fresh insights into the human connection with the natural ...
(DC) (Anacostia Parks and Community Collaborative) Learn more about how climate change impacts the mental well being of children and adults. The heat & poor indoor air quality will greatly impact the disfavored who may not be prepared for this crisis.
(DC) (Smithsonian) The origin of the human lineage ~7 million years ago seems far removed from the Early Miocene (23-16 million years ago), but in fact there are surprising resonances in the anatomy, environment, and adaptations of our earliest ape relatives with interpretations of human origins. Kieran McNulty, Professor of Ecology, Evolution and Behavior at the University of Minnesota, will ...
(MD) (The WRiter's Center) Rock Creek is central to our community’s quality of life. Join this panel discussion, moderated by Representative Jamie Raskin, to learn more about the connections between green space and our well-being. We will celebrate the 10th anniversary of the publication of Melanie Choukas-Bradley’s “A Year in Rock Creek,” which vividly illustrates the power of a nearby ...
(MD) (Maryland Native Plant Society) Diane Beedle will discuss the work and approaches Community Native Planting Project (CNPP) has taken with public and private landowners to help them become environmental stewards with their approaches to landscape practices and greenspace management during this monthly MNPS meeting. Diane Beedle is the president and co-founder of Community Native Planting Project (CNPP), a nonprofit ...
(DC) (Nature Forward) Conservation Cafe on Wednesday, December 4th: From Outreach to Real Change: Community Resilience in the Climate Crisis will include a panel discussion with Nature Forward partners from Ward 7 Resilience Hub Community Coalition and Washington Interfaith Network about climate justice issues that intersect with the livelihoods of residents in DC. The panel discussion will identify issues, connect policy priorities ...
(DC) (US Botanic Garden) During this illuminating lecture, botanist, Distinguished Scientist and Curator Emeritus W. John Kress, Ph.D., will discuss his new book, Smithsonian Trees of North America. Ten years in the making, this comprehensive compendium takes a careful look at the diversity, morphology, and beauty of over 325 tree species. Dr. Kress will discuss the extensive research behind the ...
