This spring, join Vegetation Ecologist Kerry Wixted to learn about Maryland’s ephemeral wildflowers and their unique relationships with forest habitats, pollinators, and seed dispersers.
Connect with sustainable gardening and landscaping as you learn practical tips on backyard design, unique uses of plant materials, and seasonal maintenance while practicing hands‑on skills in our gardens to support the native ecosystem.
Dancers learn a mixture of regional dances of Africa from the professionals of Dallas Black Dance Theatre. Women/girls can wear a lappa (2 yards of African print fabric to be wrapped around the waist). Spaces are limited;...
Learn about casting, handling fish, fishing safety, and fish biology in this beginner‑friendly, weather‑dependent program while enjoying a morning of fishing on the Anacostia River from a pontoon boat. Rods and bait are provided (or you may bring your own), and children under 16 must be accompanied...
Connect with sustainable gardening and landscaping as you learn practical tips on backyard design, unique uses of plant materials, and seasonal maintenance while practicing hands‑on skills in our gardens to support the native ecosystem.
Experience the transformative power of Hawaiian hula. We invite older adults to engage with this Polynesian art form and connect with Hawaii’s rich heritage through graceful movements, music, and captivating storytelling. With gentle exercise benefits, cognitive stimulation, and social connection, hula nourishes both body and soul.
What do you do when you find orphaned, injured, or healthy wildlife? Can you identify them accurately? Who do you call? How do you stay safe when approaching wildlife? Are you interested in getting involved with wildlife rehab? Learn all this and more in our 4hr 2-part...
Ticket Price: $15 Resident $20 Non Resident (per class)
What do you do when you find orphaned, injured, or healthy wildlife? Can you identify them accurately? Who do you call? How do you stay safe when approaching wildlife? Are you interested in getting involved with wildlife rehab? Learn all this and more in our 4hr 2-part...
Ticket Price: $15 Resident $20 Non Resident (per class)
Artist Sookkyung Park will lead participants in creating small lamps inspired by the lotus flower. Participants will explore the cultural and historical significance of the lotus while learning craft skills. Attendees will make their lotus lamps, symbolizing purity and enlightenment. This experience offers a creative and therapeutic activity, providing time for personal...
Join us for this interactive virtual workshop led by a Giant nutritionist, where we’ll explore the unique nutritional needs of women, particularly as they age.
Discover the fundamentals of native plant gardening with experts from Chesapeake Natives as you learn how to create an eco‑friendly garden using regional native plants—plus receive a selection of native plant seeds to start your own garden at home.
Celebrate World Bee Day by learning about the many types of pollinators and their crucial role in the ecosystem through a short lecture followed by a fun craft activity.
Learn about casting, handling fish, fishing safety, and fish biology in this beginner‑friendly, weather‑dependent program while enjoying a morning of fishing on the Anacostia River from a pontoon boat.
Take your creative practice to the next level by learning business strategies, marketing, and growth techniques to expand your artistic brand and maximize success.