Events Listing

Waggin' Walk

30 Sep 2023 Families. Join us for a nature walk through the park with your canine companion - let's give all four legs a little stretch! Dogs must be well-mannered and remain on a leash at all times. Registration Required.

Gulf Branch Nature Center, 3608 N Military Rd,  22207

Tagged as: , Parks & Recreation, Nature, Families

Pre-K: Monarch Butterflies

30 Sep 2023 Ages: 3 - 5 years. Preschool programs are offered throughout the year at both Gulf Branch and Long Branch Nature Centers. The theme for preschool programs is repeated during the month, so please register for only one session at each nature center per mont

Long Branch Nature Center, 625 S Carlin Springs Rd,  22203

Tagged as: , Parks & Recreation, Nature, Tots

Residential Rodents: Friend or Foe?

30 Sep 2023 Adults. There are many species of mice and rats that live amongst us, from the tiny Eastern Harvest Mouse to hefty Norway Rat. While often considered pests, these rodents play an important part in our local ecology, often as prey items for predators. Come

Gulf Branch Nature Center, 3608 N Military Rd,  22207

Tagged as: , Parks & Recreation, Nature, Adults

Cardinal Elementary Stormwater Vault Ribbon Cutting

30 Sep 2023 This event celebrates the completion of the stormwater vault at the Cardinal Elementary School. The event is hosted by four greater Westover Civic Associations (Highland Park - Overlee Knolls, Tara-Leeway-Heights, Leeway-Overlee & Westover Village), the Cardinal Elementary PTA; & the Westover Farmer's Market

Tours of the School - 1-2 PM
Ribbon Cutting - 2 PM
Music, fun, and games 2:30-5 PM

Cardinal Elementary School and athletic fields, 1644 N. McKinley Road,  22205

Tagged as: , Advisory Groups & Commissions, Environment

Mushroom Walk

30 Sep 2023 Adults. An introduction to mushroom identification for beginners. Learn how fungi grow in the soil and their role in the environment. Teens ages 12 and up are welcome, but must attend with a registered adult. Registration Required.

Long Branch Nature Center, 625 S Carlin Springs Rd,  22203

Tagged as: , Parks & Recreation, Nature, Adults, Teens

RiP Brandymore Castle Invasive Plant Removal

01 Oct 2023 Join community volunteers in protecting the local environment from invasive plants.

East Falls Church Park, 1730 Roosevelt St., Arlington, VA 22205

8 more dates

Tagged as: , Environment, Volunteer

Bicycle Advisory Committee (BAC) Meeting

02 Oct 2023 The Bicycle Advisory Commitee holds regular meetings open to the public on the first Monday of the month. During COVID-19, meetings are held online using Microsoft Teams.

8 more dates

Tagged as: , Fitness, Transportation

Early Voting

02 Oct 2023 Early Voting for the November 7, 2023 General Election

2100 Clarendon Blvd., Suite 320,  22201

27 more dates

Tagged as: , Major events

Secrets Revealed

02 Oct 2023 An exploration of famous artists and their distinctive, sometimes secretive techniques. Community Arts Programmer Jennifer Droblyen will discuss the contributions of these artists and the methods that make their works so special.

Tagged as: , Parks & Recreation, Older Adults

Jeopardy!

02 Oct 2023 Play America's favorite quiz game with monthly themes and test your knowledge. Have some fun with 55+ friends and try to win a prize! First Monday of the month: Sept. 11, Oct. 2 and Nov. 6. Led by volunteer Jacquie Stead.

Aurora Hills Center, 735 18th St S,  22202

Tagged as: , Parks & Recreation, Older Adults