Nocturnal Animal Hike

Fri · Nov 13·Long Branch Nature Center, 625 S Carlin Springs Rd, 22203 · Arlington

Nocturnal Animal Hike (Long Branch Nature Center) — Explore nocturnal animals in a classroom discussion and trail walk after dark; dress for weather.

Fri · Nov 6·Long Branch Nature Center, 625 S Carlin Springs Rd, 22203 · Arlington

Squirrels at Long Branch Nature Center offers one‑on‑one nature exploration with songs, games, crafts and mini‑hikes for ages 18–35 months with adult.

Fri · Nov 6·Gulf Branch Nature Center, 3608 N Military Rd, 22207 · Arlington

Old‑fashioned fun at Gulf Branch fire ring with stories, animal guests, games, songs and provided S’mores, all ages.

Fri · Nov 6·10 AM – 11 AM·Courthouse Library — Children's Area · Arlington

Open play with STEAM games and activities exploring science, technology, engineering, art, and math at the Courthouse Library Children’s Area, for ages 1 and under and 3–5.

Fri · Nov 6·10:15 AM – 10:45 AM·Central Library — Barbara M. Donnellan Auditorium · Arlington

Read-aloud stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and flannel boards engage families at Central Library’s Barbara M. Donnellan Auditorium, with first-come, first-served seating, all ages.

Fri · Nov 6·Long Branch Nature Center, 625 S Carlin Springs Rd, 22203 · Arlington

Beaver-themed preschool program at Long Branch Nature Center, caretakers stay with children during hands‑on nature activities; ages 3–5.

Fri · Nov 6·Arlington County

Friday walks through Arlington’s hidden parks showcase changing fall foliage, animal activity, and shifting temperatures.

Sat · Nov 7·2 PM – 3 PM·Potomac Overlook Regional Park, Arlington, VA

Raptors of the Potomac (Potomac Overlook Regional Park) — Learn about native birds of prey, meet resident raptors, and watch a naturalist feed a live bird of prey.

Sat · Oct 24·Gulf Branch Nature Center, 3608 N Military Rd, 22207 · Arlington

A short walk along the stream restoration project showcases local watershed conservation efforts at Gulf Branch Nature Center.

Sat · Oct 24·Lubber Run Community Center, 300 N Park Dr, Arlington, VA 22203

Weekend Hours: Registration Help (Lubber Run Community Center) — DPR staff provide assistance with class and camp registration.

Sat · Oct 24·Fort Scott Park, 2800 Ft Scott Drive, · Arlington

Invasive plant removal at Fort Scott Park improves habitat, provides exercise, and teaches native plants and wildlife, ages 8 and up.