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Underground Railroad Guided Hike

Woodlawn Manor Cultural Park , United States

(MD) (Montgomery Parks) Learn about the experience of 19th century freedom seekers and Montgomery County residents in a guided hike of the Underground Railroad Experience Trail. Discover techniques used for navigation, eluding detection, and finding food/shelter on the perilous journey. Hike covers 2 miles on a natural surface hiking trail; not ADA accessible or appropriate for all strollers. Content appropriate ...

$8

Fall Harvest Family Day

Woodlawn Manor Cultural Park , United States

(MD) (Montgomery Parks) Kids and families of all ages are welcome to drop-in to the Fall Harvest Family Day. Enjoy free admission to the Woodlawn Museum and hands-on activities include churning butter, filling a harvest basket, and decorating a cardboard pumpkin.

Free

Annual Chili Celebration at National Arboretum

U.S. National Arboretum 24th & R St NE, Washington DC, United States

(DC) (US National Arboretum) Join members of the Herb Society of America’s Mid-Atlantic Units for an afternoon of chile pepper fun! Learn what makes peppers hot, then taste test your knowledge with chile tastings and chile pepper–infused dishes. The fun happens in the National Herb Garden from 1–4 PM.

Free

Exhibit: Faces of the Forest

The Writer's Center 4508 Walsh Street, Bethesda, DC, United States

(MD) (Rock Creek Conservancy) Artist Sophia McCrocklin’s larger-than-life botanical fiber sculptures explore art’s crucial role in enhancing human relationships with the environment. By spotlighting the grandeur of leaves, seed pods, and ferns from Rock Creek Park’s understory, McCrocklin documents the beauty and reverence of the species at the frontline of climate change. The exhibit is available to view during Writer's ...

Free

Astronomy Festival at Turner Farm

The Turner Farm 925 Springvale Road, Great Falls, VA, United States

(VA) (Fairfax County Parks) Gaze up at the autumn night sky at the Astronomy Festival at Turner Farm Park. There will be guided stargazing sessions and telescope viewing. Gather round the campfire for some ancient constellation tales, while sipping some hot chocolate. More Fairfax County nature programs can be found here.

$10

Watershed Wednesday Mushroom Talk

Powder Mill Community Park 3101 Powder Mill Road Service Road, Hyattsville, United States

(MD) (Anacostia Watershed Society) Join us for a Mushroom Night Walk with mycologist Serenella Linares. During the experience we will encourage people to use their natural night vision, or headlamps that have a red light on them. Feel free to bring your own; some headlamps/flashlights will be provided. For witnessing bioluminescence, all lights will need to be turned off. It is ...

Free

Master Gardeners Fall Festival!

Jerome “Buddie” Ford Nature Center 5750 Sanger Ave, Alexandria, VA, United States

(VA) (Master Gardeners of Northern Virginia) Join Extension Master Gardeners for a festival of all things plants, gardening and nature!! We will have: guided walks, a nature/wildlife table, outside vendors (plants, vintage, upcycled wares), the Alexandria City Art Truck, MGNV merchandise tables and demonstration tables. Come celebrate Fall with us!

Free

Kingman Island Friends & Family Day

Kingman and Heritage Islands Park 575 Oklahoma Ave NE, Washington DC, United States

(DC) (District Department of Energy and Environment) Experience all the amazing activities the islands offer including paddling, nature walks, fishing, scavenger hunts, and so much more!

Free

Free Minds Book Club at Kenilworth

Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens 1550 Anacostia Ave, NE, Washington DC, United States

(DC) (Friends of Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens) Join Free Minds staff and formerly incarcerated Poet Ambassadors in a powerful poetry exchange with incarcerated Free Minds members. Participants will hear a conversation and poetry reading with formerly incarcerated Free Minds Poet Ambassadors who will share their stories and discuss the healing powers of reading and writing. Participants will then have the opportunity ...

Strathmore Park Re-Opening Celebration

Strathmore Local Park 3210 Beaverwood Lane, Aspen Hill, MD, United States

(MD) (Montgomery Parks) Join us for the Strathmore Local Park re-opening celebration and check out the new improved soccer field, basketball and soccer court, new playground, and loop path. There will be a speaking program, pumpkin decorating, and treats. Costumes are encouraged!

Free

Plant Swap at MLK

MLK Public Library 901 G St. NW, Washington, DC, United States

(DC) (DC Public Library) Have your houseplants taken over your home? Do you want to send them to take over someone else's home? Bring houseplants or cuttings to give away or trade in the New Books room at the MLK Jr. Memorial Library. Your plants can be swapped on a one-for-one basis but we'll also have a limited supply of ...

Exhibit: Faces of the Forest

The Writer's Center 4508 Walsh Street, Bethesda, DC, United States

(MD) (Rock Creek Conservancy) Artist Sophia McCrocklin’s larger-than-life botanical fiber sculptures explore art’s crucial role in enhancing human relationships with the environment. By spotlighting the grandeur of leaves, seed pods, and ferns from Rock Creek Park’s understory, McCrocklin documents the beauty and reverence of the species at the frontline of climate change. The exhibit is available to view during Writer's ...

Free
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