Historic Cabin Open House
Seneca Creek State Park 11950 Clopper Road, Gaithersburg, MD, United StatesCome see the inside of Seneca Creek State Park's 1855 log farmhouse, the last surviving building from the original Germantown settlement. Even try your hand at an old time craft!
Summer Fest
Olney Theatre 2001 Olney-Sandy Spring Road, Olney, MD, United StatesCelebrate Summer at Olney Theater Center with FREE all-day activities, including Matilda dance party, games, STEM projects, Friends of the Library Montgomery County Book Sale, costume and props sale, food trucks, local beer and wine, sponsor and nonprofit tables, and a bounce house. Free performances throughout the day!
Button Farm Tour
Button Farm Living History Center 16820 Black Rock Road, Germantown, United StatesPack your picnic basket, a blanket and some shades and come out to Button Farm for the 30th annual Montgomery County Farm Tour. If history repeats itself, then the weekend promises to be a real scorcher. They'll have shady spots in which to relax, and the sprinklers will be on for your cooling pleasure. Lawn […]
Meet the Reptiles
Patuxent River State Park 23222 Georgia Ave, Brookeville, MD, United StatesReptiles make up one of the interesting groups of animals found in Patuxent River State Park. This multimedia presentation at the Nature Center will to allow you to learn more about these varied animals.
Pontoon Tours
Seneca Creek State Park 11950 Clopper Road, Gaithersburg, MD, United StatesTake a relaxing 45-minute boat ride on the pontoon boat “Blue Heron.” Learn about history of the area and search for that wildlife that call Clopper Lake home. Tours are at 2:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. – meet at the Boat House. There is a small fee in addition to the park entrance fee.
Drinks on the Veranda
Button Farm Living History Center 16820 Black Rock Road, Germantown, United StatesCome to Button Farm Living History Center for the second annual Drinks on the Veranda event, following the Montgomery County Farm Tour. Relax in the shade of the wrap-around porch and enjoy a cool respite from the summertime heat. Come with friend and make some new ones. Try your hand at 19th century games, a […]
Pickin’ on the Porch
Agricultural History Farm Park 18400 Muncaster Road, Derwood, MD, United StatesWind down from the work week with an evening of local acoustic, roots, and bluegrass music on the porch of the historic Farmhouse at the Agricultural History Farm Park! Event includes featured local music artists, open mic, and the opportunity to pull out your own acoustic instrument to play with other talented musicians under the […]
Juniors & Seniors Stroll
Seneca Creek State Park 11950 Clopper Road, Gaithersburg, MD, United StatesEnjoy a guided, easy-paced walk on natural surface trails, looking for all kinds of natural things. This hike is designed for the slowest among us, from young children to great-grandparents. Binoculars are recommended. Meet at the Blue Jay/Nuthatch Pavilion.
Button Farm Tour
Button Farm Living History Center 16820 Black Rock Road, Germantown, United StatesPack your picnic basket, a blanket and some shades and come out to Button Farm for the 30th annual Montgomery County Farm Tour. If history repeats itself, then the weekend promises to be a real scorcher. They'll have shady spots in which to relax, and the sprinklers will be on for your cooling pleasure. Lawn […]
Nature Crafts
Seneca Creek State Park 11950 Clopper Road, Gaithersburg, MD, United StatesFun crafts, games, and hands-on nature items. Activities vary each week! Meet at the Nature Shack by the Tire Playground.