Poetry Open Mike and Potluck
Hyattstown Mill 14920 Hyattstown Mill Road, Hyattstown, MDTo involve the greater area community in literary events, Hyattstown Mill Arts Project holds several reading events throughout the year and invites the participation of readers of poetry, novels, short stories and essays as well as other forms of writing such as articles and screen plays. Participation is not limited to HMAP members. More information […]
Spooky Scavenger Hunt
Seneca Creek State ParkSpooky spirits of Halloween have descended upon Seneca Creek! Can you find the signs they have left behind? Meet at the Nature Shack by the Tire Playground.
Nature Crafts
Seneca Creek State ParkFun crafts, games, and hands-on nature items. Activities vary each week! Meet at the Nature Shack by the Tire Playground.
Reptile Encounter
Seneca Creek State ParkCome to Seneca Creek State Park for a fun, 30-45 minute program for all ages. Met a living snake or turtle and examine shells and skins from reptiles living in the park! Meet at the Nature Shack by the Tire Playground.
Autumn Pontoon Tour
Seneca Creek State ParkTake a relaxing 45-minute afternoon boat ride on the pontoon boat "Blue Heron." Come see the beautiful shades of autumn as the leaves begin to change around Clopper Lake. There is a small fee per person in addition to the park entrance fee. Cash or personal check only; meet at the Boat Center.
Revels Play Space
Washington Revels 531 Dale Drive, Silver Spring, MDEnter a world of play and journey with your little ones through some of the parts and pieces that make up Revels performances and celebrations. Blends beautifully with Mini Voyageurs on the following Thursday. For ages infant-5. Revels Play Space is part of the Teeny Revelers program, and it's free!
Nature Shack
Seneca Creek State ParkFun crafts, games, and hands-on nature items. Activities vary each week! Meet at the Nature Shack by the Tire Playground.
Mini Voyageurs
Washington Revels 531 Dale Drive, Silver Spring, MDEmbark on a global voyage through children’s literature and music with songs, movement, crafts, games, and more! Blends beautifully with Revels Play Space on the previous Tuesday. For ages infant-5. Mini Voyageurs is part of the Teeny Revelers program, and is free.
Weekday Hike
Seneca Creek State ParkWith the arrival of autumn, this weekly hike has moved from evenings to afternoons. This chance to get some fresh air and exercise consists of a 1.5 to 2 mile loop, with frequent stops for animal sightings, pant, animal and insect observations. Meet at the Park Office.
Emancipation Day Preview: Forging Freedom
Red Brick Courthouse 29 Courthouse Square, RockvilleObserve Emancipation Day in Maryland with a sneak peek of Peerless Rockville's new Forging Freedom exhibit at the Historic Red Brick Courthouse. Forging Freedom: Endurance and Escape on Rockville's Underground Railroad is the story of Rockville in the era of the Underground Railroad, when slavery cast a shadow over life in this farming town, and separatist tensions steadily propelled the […]