Examine handheld globes of Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars and the moon to explore their similarities, differences and conditions for life. View planets and the night sky through telescopes, weather permitting. The program meets in the Roll-Top Observatory, rain or shine.Ages 8 and older.
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This is a fully immersive reading experience for 12 - 18 years old . Borrow the book, Bright Red Fruit by Safia Elhillo. We provide: themed gifts for you to keep recipe read-alikes Register to pick up your book pouch at Great Falls Library. You have one week to pick it up. Copies of the book will be available, so no ne…
A library tech volunteer will be available every Wednesday from 1:00-3:00 PM to help with your tech issues. Limit 30 minutes per person when others are waiting. Please bring your device and passwords if possible. Adults.
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Join this free, community-led Tai Chi class held every morning at Hunters Woods Plaza, in front of RCC Hunters Woods. Residents of Hunters Woods Fellowship House lead this daily drop-in session, open to all. In case of inclement weather, class will move inside RCC Hunters Woods. One Hunters Woods events are your invita…
Explore what scientists know about Pluto and why its classification as a dwarf planet remains controversial. A discussion is followed by telescope viewing, weather permitting. The program meets in the Roll-Top Observatory, rain or shine. Instruction is provided by Analemma Society volunteers.Ages 8 and older.
Discover planets orbiting distant stars and learn how scientists find them by watching stars flicker or wobble. Explore what these worlds are made of, whether they could support life and what recent discoveries reveal. The program meets in the Roll-Top Observatory, rain or shine.Ages 8 and older.
Celebrate World Migratory Bird Day with a guided family bird walk at Croydon Creek. This year’s theme, “Every Bird Counts – Your Observations Matter,” highlights how everyday birdwatchers help scientists better understand and protect migratory birds and their habitats. Participants of all experience levels are welcome…
Virginia State Golf Association (VSGA) Adaptive Golf Clinics are back! Personalized instruction for golfers of all abilities. Free!Pick the date or dates that work for you and join us for an afternoon of golf, learning and skill-building activities!Open to all players, including non-VSGA members.Maximum 20 participants…
(5-Adult) Join us for an evening campfire the whole family can enjoy. Explore the wonders of our natural world through nature walks, interactive activities and animal presentations. Includes s’mores. Topics vary by date. Children must be accompanied by a registered adult.
(4-Adult) Enjoy a night hike to learn about nocturnal hunters. Listen to taped calls of owls and coyotes and possibly catch a glimpse of them in the forest. End the evening with s'mores round the campfire. Children must be accompanied by an adult registered in the program.
Listen to a funny story about two tiny spiders who stowed away on a Space Shuttle. Find out more about the experience of space travel. Learn about the real experiments of sending spiders to space to see whether they can spin webs in microgravity. Takes place at the Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center each Tuesday and Thursday…
(6-Adult) Use your eyes and ears to identify native birds as you embark on a guided walk with one of our naturalists. Both beginner birders and veterans welcome. Bring your own binoculars or use one of ours.
