The Mill Creek Towne Garden Club in Derwood, Maryland was established in 1968 with the mission to stimulate and increase knowledge and interest in all facets of gardening among amateurs, establish an active community beautification program and to encourage civic beautification, and foster group activities for the benefit of the members and the community. The garden club also landscapes and maintains the Mill Creek Towne entrances and common areas.
Birding for All: Saturday, June 20 | 4:30 to 6 pm | Ages 6+ | FREE
Location: Locust Grove Nature Center 7777 Democracy Boulevard Bethesda, Maryland 20817
Check out all of these fun birding programs at Locust Grove Nature Center. We offer a variety of birding programs through out the year focusing on different aspects of birding.
Birding is for anyone with a passion for nature. Join us for an afternoon of birding at Locust Grove Nature Center. We will start off the program with a brief introduction to birding, along with helpful birding tips. Then for those who wish to practice their birding tips can join a naturalist on a guided walk on our trails. Another naturalist will also remain at the bird feeders with those who wish to remain on our back deck. Binoculars are recommended, however we will provide binoculars if needed. This program celebrates Pride Month by providing a safe and welcoming learning environment for all participants who would like to join, especially for members of the LGBTQIA+ community, BIPOC identities, disability community and their families.
Spring Forest Bathing: Saturday, June 20 | 10 am to 12 pm | Ages 18+ | $10
Location: Locust Grove Nature Center 7777 Democracy Boulevard Bethesda, Maryland 20817
Forest bathing promotes wellness through deepening our connection to natural environments. Based on the Japanese practice of Shinrin-Yoku, which translates as “taking in the atmosphere of the forest,””. This 2-hour session, led by certified forest therapy guide Adria S. Zeldin, will guide you through mindfulness-based sensory invitations to help you slow down, awaken your senses, and reconnect with nature. Please dress comfortably with the weather in mind. We will be outdoors and moving slowly so you may want to bring extra layers. This trail difficulty is moderate. The trail is on natural surfaces with dirt, rock and rut. Trails steepness varies and some trails will only be accessible with stairs. Inclement weather will cancel this program. Registration required for 18 and up.