Nocturnal Animal Hike

Fri · Nov 6·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 13·Gulf Branch Nature Center & Park, 3608 North Military Rd, Arlington, VA 22207

Invasive plant removal at Gulf Branch Nature Center & Park improves habitat, offers exercise, and teaches native plants and wildlife, ages 8 and up.

Fri · Nov 13·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 13·10 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 13·10:15 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 13·Arlington County

Volunteers remove invasive plants, plant natives, and protect tree seedlings in Arlington County parks, including Gulf Branch, for ages 18 and up.

Thu · Nov 12·Gulf Branch Nature Center, 3608 N Military Rd, 22207 · Arlington

Tree-themed preschool session at Gulf Branch Nature Center, caretakers stay with child, ages 3–5.

Sat · Nov 14·1:30 PM – 4:30 PM·Potomac Overlook Regional Park, Arlington, VA

Forest bathing, journaling, tea and light snacks guided by certified nature therapist Ilana Rubin at Potomac Overlook Regional Park, Arlington — for ages 18 and up.

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.