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“Wings of Fancy” Live Butterfly & Caterpillar Exhibit
Brookside Gardens 1800 Glenallan Ave., Wheaton, MD, United StatesWednesday, July 1 through Sunday, October 25, 2015 10am-4pm Daily | Brookside Gardens Fees: Ages 0-2: Free | Ages 3-12: $5 | Ages 13 & up: $8 Learn more
MCT Garden Club October Meeting
Mill Creek Towne Elementary 17700 Park Mill Dr, Derwood, United StatesHello, everyone! I hope you have been enjoying the fall weather! Even though the gardens are dry, the days and nights have been lovely! Our next Garden Club meeting is just around the corner. The October meeting is a planning meeting – we have a lot to discuss, especially since there will be no November … Continue reading MCT Garden Club October Meeting
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