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Exhibit: Recovering Our Night Sky

Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History 1000 Madison Drive NW, Washington, DC, United States

(DC) (Smithsonian Natural History Museum) What do brighter nights mean for people and wildlife? Through over 100 photographs, nearly 250 objects, interactive experiences, tactile models, and a theater program, discover why dark nights matter, rekindle your connection with the night sky, and consider how much light at night is enough—for whom, for what purpose, and who gets to decide? Open ...

Free

Forest Bathing and Sunset Sound Meditation

Meadowlark Botanical Gardens 9750 Meadowlark Gardens, Vienna, VA, United States

(VA) (Kindred Nature and NOVA Parks) Join us for a unique opportunity to connect deeply with nature, release stress, and rejuvenate your mind and body through the combined practices of forest bathing and sound meditation at Meadowlark Botanical Gardens. Inspired by the Japanese practice of Shinrin-yoku, forest bathing, guided by Ilana Rubin of Kindred Nature, immerses your senses in the ...

$65

Outdoor Exhibit: Monuments – Forces of Nature

Strathmore Music Center 5301 Tuckerman Lane, North Bethesda, MD, United States

(MD) (Strathmore) Strathmore’s MONUMENTS: Forces of Nature highlights the achievements and social impact of six individuals who work in climate, environmental stewardship, or resource justice in the DMV. Large-scale, nighttime portraits are projected onto live trees for stunning effect and challenge traditional expectations of public monuments and the selective history represented in our public spaces. Craig Walsh is a visual ...

Native Plant Sale at Morven Park

Main Visitor Parking Lot at Morven Park 17195 Southern Planter Ln, Leesburg, VA, United States

(VA) (Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy) Did you know that fall is the best time to plant trees, shrubs and other perennials? A huge selection of native plants will be available from four native plant nurseries: Nature By Design, Hill House Farm & Nursery, Watermark Woods and Seven Bends Nursery. The Sale will be staffed by volunteers knowledgeable about native plants. It ...

Forested Permaculture Tour

Forested 3507 Enterprise Road, Bowie, MD, United States

(MD) (Forested) Tour Forested's permaculture garden that grows nutrition for people in a forest setting and conserves the environment on a 10-acre lot. Our 50 year vision is for forest garden ecosystems to sustainably supply a large portion of all food and forest products people need and use for healthy living. We have a special focus on the eastern United ...

Free – $20

Native Gardening 101 (Virtual)

(VA) (Virginia Native Plant Society) Are you new to native plants? New to gardening? Join Ivy for the final installment of the Native Gardening 101 series! We will discuss the importance of your garden during the fall and winter seasons and where garden maintenance fits into that. We’ll also reflect on the year and kickstart the planning phase for the ...

Litter Cleanup at Meridian Hill Park

Meridian Hill Park 16th Street & W Street NW, Washington, DC, United States

(DC) (Rock Creek Conservancy) Join Rock Creek Conservancy, the National Park Service, and Stream Team Leader Zoë Abrahm for a litter removal restoration event in Rock Creek Park. Trash is the visible form of stormwater pollution, a major threat to water quality and park health and its removal makes the parklands cleaner, safer, and more beautiful for all. Event location, ...

Free

Invasive Plant Removal at Reservation 630 West

Reservation 630 West 3031 Sedgwick Street Northwest, Washington, DC, United States

(DC) (Rock Creek Park) Join Rock Creek Conservancy and the National Park Service for 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 for a thriving native understory. More RCP events can be found here.

Free

Bioblitz Day at Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens

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

(DC) (MD) (Anacostia Watershed Society) Join Anacostia Watershed Society, area naturalists, and local environmental organizations for a fun-packed day of nature walks and community science at beautiful Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens. The day's events are part of the 8th Annual Anacostia River Bioblitz, which celebrates and documents the abundant life in the watershed. A bioblitz is a "Census of the Natural ...

Free

DC State Fair

Franklin Park 1332 I St NW, Washington, DC, United States

(DC) (DC State Fair) The DC State Fair is a showcase of the District’s creative talents and a daylong celebration of all things homegrown. We work with local businesses and organizations that are committed to helping our community thrive. Among many activities, the fair will include 50+ exhibitors including local makers, community organizations, food vendors, government agencies, and universities, live ...

Free

Native Trees for Earth Renewal (Virtual)

(VA) (Fairfax County Library) Fall is the time for planting trees! Learn how trees native to Northern Virginia support songbirds, butterflies and the rest of the living world. Presented by Plant NOVA Natives. Registration required. This is an online presentation. A Zoom link will be emailed to those who register two hours before the event. Teens and Adults.

Free

Native Plant Sale at Four Mile Run

Four Mile Run Farmers Market and Artisans Market 4109 Mt Vernon Ave, Alexandria, VA, United States

(VA) (Nature by Design) Nature By Design, an environmentally responsible full service plant nursery vends every Sunday at Four Mile Run Farmers' Market on Sundays from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The market is located at 4109 Mt. Vernon Avenue in Alexandria (Del Ray), just below S. Glebe Rd. Phone: 703-683-GROW (4769)

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