(5-Adult) Join a naturalist to learn the basics of fishing while enjoying the beauty of the lakefront. Gain a better understanding of not only how to fish, but also how we can better connect with the natural world while participating in recreational activities, such as fishing. Rod and bait will be provided. Participants 16 and older must have a valid Virginia fishing license. Children must be accompanied by a registered adult.
Do you need help with technology? Our volunteers can answer questions and help with basic troubleshooting, such as setting up email accounts, creating a word document, searching the internet, accessing your photos, installing apps and using your phone or other device. Please bring the device you're struggling with and…
Join us for a friendly philosophic conversation! Develop your inner philosopher by questioning and reflecting with others in open-minded dialogue. No preparation is necessary.
(4-Adult) Adults and children sip tea or cocoa and enjoy meeting and tagging live monarch butterflies, if available or meet caterpillars. Learn about the fascinating migration phenomenon. Release ceremony after the tea party. Tea treats include sweets from the Michoacan area of Mexico, the ultimate destination of the m…
For our littlest babies and their caregivers. Enjoy stories, fingerplays, and rhymes with your little one on your lap. Be prepared to sing, clap and laugh along in this interactive storytime. Age birth-12 months with adult. Registration Please register each child (ages birth-12 months) who will attend. Adults do not ne…
Pencils, and paper, and backpacks - Oh my! Pictures of bright, friendly school supplies are scattered among the children's books. This scavenger hunt at the City of Fairfax branch is fun for all ages and runs from September 1 to September 30. Pick up your checklist at the Information Desk. Return the completed list and…
A fun, history-filled program where participants will explore one object from our exhibits or collections and do an activity and/or game, sing a song, do a craft and read a story—all connected to the featured object or its related themes.Registration is required. All registered participants must be accompanied by an ad…
(All Ages) Come stay and play at our Nature Center on select Fridays of every month. Spend time together as a family reading books, making crafts, playing games, exploring natural objects with a microscope, doing puzzles, digging in the sandbox and many more play opportunities. Enjoy a short presentation or read-aloud…
(14-Adult) Watch for deer foraging on the islands, and osprey and bald eagles searching for fish as we paddle through this wildlife-rich section of the Potomac River. This is not a whitewater tour. No previous experience required. Kayaks provided, one person per kayak. Download waiver and bring completed to tour: https…
(4-Adult) Learn the science and art of building a fire and then test your skill with primitive fire bows and modern fire-making techniques. Use your new skills to roast some s'mores at the end. Children must be accompanied by a registered adult.
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Join this free, community-led Tai Chi class held every morning at Hunters Woods Plaza, in front of RCC Hunters Woods. Residents of Hunters Woods Fellowship House lead this daily drop-in session, open to all. In case of inclement weather, class will move inside RCC Hunters Woods. One Hunters Woods events are your invita…
(4-Adult) Crank ice cream as you discover how ice was harvested and stored in this 19th century farm. Try using ice tongs. All participants, including accompanying adults, must register and pay for the program.
(5-Adult) Enjoy the beauty of the lakefront at sunset while learning the basics of fishing with a naturalist. Many fish like to come up to eat when the water cools after a hot day, making it a great time to fish with family members and enjoy each other’s company. Rod and bait will be provided. Participants 16 and older…
