Reptile Encounter
Seneca Creek State Park 11950 Clopper Road, Gaithersburg, MD, United StatesCome to Seneca Creek State Park for a fun, 30-45 minute program for all ages. Meet a living snake or turtle and examine shells and skins from reptiles living in […]
Gaithersburg Museum “After Hours”
Gaithersburg Community Museum 9 South Summit Avenue, Gaithersburg, United StatesThe World War I Experience for African American Soldiers Many African American men saw World War I as an opportunity to gain respect through military service. They volunteered and were […]
Historic Medley District Speaker Series
Old Town Hall Bank Museum 19930 Fisher Avenue, Poolesville, MarylandCome to Poolesville to hear from local historians and learn more about the rich history of this district. The topic for February is "The Lynching of George Peck." The lecture is […]
Reptile Feeding
Seneca Creek State Park 11950 Clopper Road, Gaithersburg, MD, United StatesCheck out Seneca Creek State Park's resident snake at the park office. Learn some quick facts about reptiles of Maryland and watch the live corn snake eat its meal!
Nature Nook
Seneca Creek State Park 11950 Clopper Road, Gaithersburg, MD, United StatesFun crafts, games, and hands-on nature items. Activities at the Seneca Creek State Park office vary each week!
Thurgood Marshall: A Trail-Blazing Civil Rights Victory in Montgomery County
Silver Spring Library 900 Wayne Avenue, Silver Spring, MD, United StatesCivil rights icon Thurgood Marshall delivered an early blow to school segregation right here in Montgomery County – gaining equal pay for the county's African American teachers in 1937. This […]
Valentine Night Hike
Black Hill Boat Launch Black Hill Road, Boyds, MDBring your valentine for a nighttime stroll at the park this Valentine's Day. We'll look and listen for creatures that are most active at night. Hikes are approximately one mile. […]
Maple Sugaring Days
Brookside Nature Center 1400 Glenallan Avenue, Wheaton, MD, United StatesFebruary is Maple Sugaring Month at Brookside Nature Center. Every Thursday, Saturday and Sunday you’ll have an opportunity to experience an American tradition: maple sugaring! Watch the whole maple sugaring […]
Weekday Hike
Seneca Creek State Park 11950 Clopper Road, Gaithersburg, MD, United StatesThis is a chance to get some fresh air and exercise in the middle of the day at Seneca Creek State Park. We will hike a loop of between 1.5 […]
Walking Winter Woods & Wetlands
Winter is often considered the quiet season, but there is still lots to look and listen for in the natural world despite the cold temperatures. An Audubon Naturalist Society Senior Naturalist will […]