Ask a Naturalist

Thu · Nov 5·11 AM – 12 PM·Meadowside Nature Center · Rockville

Touch artifacts, ask questions, and learn about animal ambassadors from the caring naturalists at Meadowside Nature Center, no registration required.

Thu · Nov 12·11 AM – 12 PM·Meadowside Nature Center · Rockville

Touch artifacts, ask questions, and learn about animal ambassadors from the caring naturalists at Meadowside Nature Center, no registration required.

Thu · Nov 19·11 AM – 12 PM·Meadowside Nature Center · Rockville

Touch artifacts, ask questions, and learn about animal ambassadors from the caring naturalists at Meadowside Nature Center, no registration required.

Thu · Oct 29·6 PM – 7 PM·Meadowside Nature Center · Rockville

Campfire at Meadowside Nature Center features marshmallow roasting, s’mores building, and spooky story sharing; pre‑registration required, all ages.

Thu · Oct 29·12:30 PM – 2 PM·Rockville Memorial Library

English conversation practice in an informal, friendly setting at the second‑floor adult programming room, Rockville Memorial Library, for ages 18 and up.

Fri · Oct 30·3 PM – 5 PM·Meadowside Nature Center · Rockville

Costumed self‑guided stroll through Meadowside’s enchanted forest, solving riddles and puzzles while collecting treats on natural trails with roots, rocks, and uneven surfaces; flat closed‑toed shoes recommended.

Mon · Nov 2·10:30 AM – 12 PM·Meadowside Nature Center · Rockville

Meadowside Nature Center hosts adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities caring for reptiles, amphibians, and birds—feeding, cleaning, and making enrichment, low voices required, free, ages 18+.

Fri · Oct 23·4:30 PM – 6:30 PM·Cabin John Ice Rink

Costume parade, trick‑or‑treat skating, costume contest, and Halloween crafts on the NHL rink, with skate rental and public skate admission, for ages 5 and under.

Fri · Oct 23·5 PM – 6 PM·Meadowside Nature Center · Rockville

Pumpkin painting and seasonal beer or wine on the raptor deck with snacks, registration includes a pumpkin and two drinks, 21+.