Weekday Hike
Seneca Creek State ParkWith the arrival of autumn, this weekly hike has moved from evenings to afternoons. This chance to get some fresh air and exercise consists of a 1.5 to 2 mile loop, with frequent stops for animal sightings, pant, animal and insect observations. Meet at the Park Office.
Tree ID Walk
Seneca Creek State ParkJoin the Seneca Creek State Park naturalist in identifying various tree species located around the Park Office, which is the meeting place.
History Happy Hour
Sandy Spring Museum 17901 Bentley Road, Sandy Spring, United StatesCommemorate the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 Mission, and the first moon landing, as author Charles Fishman tells the greatest adventure story of the twentieth century. Mr. Fishman is a former metro and national reporter for the Washington Post, and an award-winning business journalist. His book about the subject, One Giant Leap, will be […]
Heritage Harvest Festival
Come out and celebrate the 2nd annual Heritage Harvest Weekend! Take a drive through the countryside along the county’s historic Rustic Roads and enjoy autumn splendor amidst forests, fields and farms – some of which have been in operation since the 1700s. More than 25 farms throughout Montgomery County will be open with FREE admission for farm tours, hikes, […]
Fall Scavenger Hunt
Seneca Creek State ParkJoin the Seneca Creek State Park naturalist on a fall-themed scavenger hunt to see what can be found in the park during this beautiful season. Meet at the Nature Shack by the Tire Playground.
Ghost Tour
Rockville Cemetery 1350 Baltimore Road, Rockville, MD, United StatesJoin History Comes Alive! for a daytime tour of Rockville Cemetery and see local friendly historical characters come to life in Rockville’s oldest cemetery. Costumed actors will portray local characters from the 1790s to the 1940s. Experience the historic Upper Cemetery in a new way, and meet cemetery residents who will tell real, haunting, poignant stories […]
Members’ Show Opening Reception
Hyattstown Mill 14920 Hyattstown Mill Road, Hyattstown, MD, United StatesThe Hyattstown Arts Project celebrates its 20th year with the annual Member Show. Join them for the opening reception of the show, which will run through Sunday, October 27 at the historic mill, located within Little Bennett Regional Park.
Skulls and Skins
Seneca Creek State ParkExplore real-life skulls and pelts from mammal residents of the park, and learn how bones and hair can teach us what animals eat and how they live. Meet in the Nature Shack by the Tire Playground.
Skywatching at Observatory Park
Observatory Park 100 DeSellum Avenue, Gaithersburg, MD, United StatesCelebrate International Observe the Moon Night at Gaithersburg's Observatory Park. Hands-on activities and tours of the International Latitude Observatory will be available. The park will be dark, but please do not bring a flashlight; bring a red light as it will be less intrusive to other watchers. Red cellophane will be available to cover any […]
Heritage Harvest Festival
Come out and celebrate the 2nd annual Heritage Harvest Weekend! Take a drive through the countryside along the county’s historic Rustic Roads and enjoy autumn splendor amidst forests, fields and farms – some of which have been in operation since the 1700s. More than 25 farms throughout Montgomery County will be open with FREE admission for farm tours, hikes, […]