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Become a Master Gardener
University of Maryland Extension Montgomery County Office 18400 Muncaster Rd, Derwood, MD, United StatesBecome a Master Gardener: Master Gardeners are trained volunteers of the University of Maryland Extension dedicated to helping County residents by educating them about safe, effective and sustainable horticultural practices that build healthy gardens, landscapes and communities. Participants in the 2016 Montgomery County Master Gardener volunteer training program will learn environmentally sound gardening practices and … Continue reading Become a Master Gardener
11/07/2015 – Maryland Emancipation Day Celebrations 2015 – Day 2
Times & Locations Vary MD, United StatesEnslaved people living in Maryland were freed by a new state constitution on November 1, 1864. Please join us November 6-8, 2015 in celebrating Maryland Emancipation Day in our parks! Hike the Underground Railroad, tour a slave cabin, visit an African American history museum, enjoy living history demonstrations and eat great food! Most Saturday and Sunday Park events … Continue reading 11/07/2015 – Maryland Emancipation Day Celebrations 2015 – Day 2
11/07/2015 – Blacksmiths & Friends: Traditional Arts Show
University of Maryland Extension Montgomery County Office 18400 Muncaster Rd, Derwood, MD, United StatesBlacksmiths, silversmiths, coppersmiths and other artisans will demonstrate their art at this FREE event! Featuring: Hands-on instruction for children Demonstrations Metal gifts & art for sale Hayrides & food Held rain or shine at the beautiful Agricultural History Farm Park. Presented by the Friends of the Agricultural History Farm Park and Montgomery Parks.
11/07/2015 – Locust Grove Cider Days
Locust Grove Nature Center 7777 Democracy Boulevard, Bethesda, MD, United StatesLearn about cider, apple varieties, and apple history. Sample lesser-known apple types, and try your hand at pressing cider. Children and adults must register and pay. Ages 2 & up Sign up here: https://apm.activecommunities.com/montgomerycounty/Activity_Search?txtActivitySearch=cider&applyFiltersDefaultValue=true&cat=Activities
11/08/2015 – Blacksmiths & Friends: Traditional Arts Show
University of Maryland Extension Montgomery County Office 18400 Muncaster Rd, Derwood, MD, United StatesBlacksmiths, silversmiths, coppersmiths and other artisans will demonstrate their art at this FREE event! Featuring: Hands-on instruction for children Demonstrations Metal gifts & art for sale Hayrides & food Held rain or shine at the beautiful Agricultural History Farm Park. Presented by the Friends of the Agricultural History Farm Park and Montgomery Parks.
11/20/2015 – Fall Garden Harvest Scavenger Hunt
Brookside Gardens 1800 Glenallan Ave., Wheaton, MD, United StatesHave some Fall season fun throughout the gardens. Start at the Visitors Center and follow the colorful leaf trail leading you to the Conservatory and back again. Along the way hunt for seasonal clues and participate in fun activities, exercises and crafts. Guided garden walks leave on the half hour beginning at 10:00am. Last walk … Continue reading 11/20/2015 – Fall Garden Harvest Scavenger Hunt
11/27/2015 to 1/3/2016 Garden of Lights: Winter Garden Walk Through Holiday Light Display
Brookside Gardens 1800 Glenallan Ave., Wheaton, MD, United StatesOpen Nightly from November 27, 2015 - January 3, 2016 (closed December 24 & 25) Hours: Sunday - Thursday: 5:30 - 9:30 PM | Friday - Saturday: 5:30 - 10:00 PM Make a new holiday tradition at the Garden of Lights Walk Through Holiday Light Display Step into a magical winter wonderland illuminated with more … Continue reading 11/27/2015 to 1/3/2016 Garden of Lights: Winter Garden Walk Through Holiday Light Display
01/16/2016 – Winter Birding at Black Hill
Black Hill Regional Park 20926 Lake Ridge Dr., Boyds, MD, United StatesDiscover amazing winter birding just minutes from I-270! Do goldeneyes, tundra swans, and coots sound intriguing? Come check them out with an expert guide. Meet at the Visitor Center. Bring your own binoculars if you have them; spotting scopes will be provided. Dress for the weather. Ages 16 & up
01/16/2016 – Weed Warriors – Friends of Sligo Creek at Forest Glen
Sligo Creek Stream Valley Park - Forest Glen 9500 Sligo Creek Parkway, Silver Spring, MD, United StatesSaturdays, 9-11am *usually* Join us for a special service event in honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. This ongoing work by a group of steady volunteers works to preserve the secret biodiversity of Sligo Creek. Join us and we may just show you something cool. We'll certainly teach you how to work the invasives … Continue reading 01/16/2016 – Weed Warriors – Friends of Sligo Creek at Forest Glen
01/16/2016 – Weed Warriors at Elmhirst Parkway
Weed Warriors - Elmhirst Parkway 4700 Elmhirst Lane, Bethesda, MD, United StatesSaturday 10:00am to 12:00 noon. Save the Trees! of this tributary of Rock Creek. This neighborhood park provides a stripe of green and a lovely pathway. Last year, persistent hard work took down some of the longest standing vines, but the summer those pesky plants have grown again. Join the community (ceritfied Weed Warrior or … Continue reading 01/16/2016 – Weed Warriors at Elmhirst Parkway