(DC) (US National Arboretum) Join us for a spring evening concert in the National Arboretum's Ellipse Meadow. (Also mark you calendars for the the most likely rain date for this event which is Sunday, June 9th. ) Enjoy a picnic while you listen to Wylder, a modern indie folk band. See a sample of their music here. Registration is required ...
(DC) (Tregaron Conservancy) Join us for nature-themed story-time with Beth Fotheringill, the beloved librarian of John Eaton Elementary School for over 20 years. Beth will read beautifully illustrated books to pre-K through 2nd grade students. (Older and younger siblings are welcome to attend!)
(VA) (NOVA Parks) A string quartet from the Virginia Chamber Orchestra will fill our Korean Bell Garden with the sounds of Mozart, Vivaldi, Dvorak and Shostakovich. Bring your favorite blanket or bag chair and enjoy the sounds of the classics in a beautiful setting! Music in the Gardens concerts are free with regular garden admission ($4-$8) or garden membership. On ...
(DC) (Profs & Pints) “Man or bear?” asks a recent viral meme intended to draw attention to the risks that women face. Coming to the Profs and Pints stage to offer American black bears’ perspective is Dr. Jennifer Mullinax, who has spent more than 25 years trapping, collaring, and tracking black bears and other large animals. In a talk that ...
(VA) (Fairfax County Parks) Take a tour of the vibrant summer demonstration gardens with an Extension Master Gardener docent. Find inspiration in our horticulturists’ plant choices and garden bed designs. Hear about our 18th century origins and our mission today, then step inside for afternoon tea. Garden tours run rain or shine. A traditional British afternoon tea served in the ...
(VA) (Arlington Parks) Eat, dance, learn! A celebration of food, culture, and our native landscape. This is a family friendly, social event co-sponsored by Defensores de la Cuenca. ¡Come, baila, aprende! Esta será una celebración de comida, cultura y la pachamama. Este es un evento social para toda la familia y realizado en colaboración con Defensores de la Cuenca. Family.
(DC) (Smithsonian Natural History Museum) Join us for an early celebration of Pollinator Week! See pollinator specimens up close, meet scientists and horticulturists studying and providing habitats for our local pollinators, create your own print inspired by pollinators, and more! Smithsonian Gardens will be joining us to share about the Smithsonian's many gardens and how insects spread pollen. We also ...
(DC) (Friends of Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens) Friends of Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens is celebrating 16 years as an official 501(c)3, and we hope you’ll join us at the park as we kick off our celebration with a free day of fun, wellness classes, outdoor activities for all ages, music, and more. Please keep an eye out as we plan to celebrate ...
(DC) (Rock Creek Conservancy) Thursday evenings this summer, Rock Creek Park (U.S. National Park Service) and Rock Creek Conservancy are hosting FREE, family-friendly events at rotating locations throughout the east side of the park. Join us for music from DJ Lance Reynolds and fun-for-all-ages games and activities. Summer in the Parks events bring the Rock Creek community together to enjoy ...
(VA) (EcoAction Arlington) Celebrate the summer with EcoAction Arlington at the Bluemont Junction Park! Join us for a beautiful evening outside on one of the longest days of the year for service, sunshine, and socializing! Volunteers will be stewards of our community park by participating in an invasive plant removal. After the service project, stay for a time of socializing ...
(DC) (DC Bird Alliance) Welcome to a summer adventure you do not want to miss. Get ready to hit the road for a full day of fun, unforgettable memories and of course, birds! This is our magical itinerary ... 9:00 am - arrive Salisbury, MD (meetup TBD). We'll meet our guide(s) and follow them to Mt. Olive Church Rd for ...
(DC) (Smithsonian Zoo) Get ready for a free, fun-filled immersive scientific experience at the Zoo! On Solstice Saturday, visitors can engage with scientists, researchers, and animal experts to learn how science is shaping the future of wildlife conservation.
