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(3-Adult) It's dinner time at the nature center and worms and insects are on the menu. Help our naturalist care for and feed the nature center's animals.

(3-Adult) It's dinner time at the nature center and worms and insects are on the menu. Help our naturalist care for and feed the nature center's animals.
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Bienvenido! Join us for books and songs in both English and Spanish as we learn and have fun together in this bilingual storytime presented in partnership with Fairfax County WIC program. Children ages 0-5 with adult. ¡Bienvenidos! Acompáñennos con libros y canciones en inglés y español mientras aprendemos y nos divert…
Make art in the style of the La Palma folk artist collectives inspired by Fernando Llort. All ages and abilities welcome. Registration is not necessary, but please register if you would like a reminder email.
Join 55+ volunteer baker Joni Leonardo for a fun and relaxed baking social with seasonal themes. Enjoy a live baking demonstration, learn new tips and connect with friends while sharing recipes and memories. September: Orchard Favorites; October: Pumpkin & Spice; November: Holiday-Ready Bakes. Sweet treats and good com…
Take part in thought-provoking discussions about pivotal events in history. At your option, research and deliver a five-minute presentation on the month’s topic or listen and learn from others. In September, we'll discuss monarchies and empires of Africa. In October, we'll discuss geological disasters. No meeting in No…
(16-Adult) Early fall is a great time to look for fungi in the woodlands. Learn some categories of local fungi based on shapes and learn tips for drawing in the field. We will try some field sketching too. Your choice of pencil or watercolor. Dress for the weather.
(12-Adult) This introductory-level class is perfect for beginners or for those who want to learn how to paddle more efficiently. Learn about different kayaks, paddles, personal flotation devices and safety gear. On the water learn to move the boat in every direction using different strokes and maneuvers. All kayaks, pa…
(All Ages) Bring up to eight people and learn how to use an old-fashioned cider press by making your own cider. Your group needs to bring approximately 100 apples of their choosing and tightly sealable containers for transporting approximately 2 gallons of cider. Participants will carry and press their own apples and c…
(4-Adult) Explore 200-year-old Colvin Run Mill as we grind grain using the power of the waterwheel. Hear and smell the grindstones at work. Learn how automated gristmills revolutionized flour production. Visit the 19th century Miller's House and stop by Colvin Run General Store to purchase our ground grain. This progra…