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SUMMARY:Preschool Nature Nuts: Forest Friends
DESCRIPTION:Who lives in the forest? What do their homes look like? Designed for curious kids ages 2-4\, this program invites little ones to explore the forest habitat and discover the fascinating homes of its animal residents. Through engaging activities and hands-on exploration\, children will learn about the unique ways forest animals live and thrive in their natural environment. $10 per preschooler\, For children ages 2-4 and their parents / guardians\, online registration is required. Please dress for the weather. Register at www.novaparks.com.
URL:https://www.fcnp.com/event/preschool-nature-nuts-forest-friends/
LOCATION:Meadowlark Botanical Gardens\, 9750 Meadowlark Gardens Ct\, Vienna\, VA\, United States
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SUMMARY:Meadowlark – Winter Birds in the Garden
DESCRIPTION:Join NOVA Parks Roving Naturalist Matt Felperin on a walk in search of birds who stay for the winter at Meadowlark. Perfect for first-time bird watchers\, this activity will include walking over hilly terrain for 90 minutes and is geared to Adults and children age 7 and older. Meet in the Visitor Center\, cost: $8/person\, adults and children\, ages 7+. The $8 per person activity fee includes loaner binoculars. Online registration is required at www.novaparks.com.
URL:https://www.fcnp.com/event/meadowlark-winter-birds-in-the-garden/
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SUMMARY:Spring Native Plant Walk
DESCRIPTION:Experience the beauty of spring woodlands on a guided walk through Meadowlark Botanical Gardens’ Potomac Valley Collection. What to Expect: An hour-long guided walk along our hilly\, mulched trails\, enjoy the serene beauty of spring woodlands bursting with native blooms\, insights into spring native plants and their roles in our ecosystem\, learn how native plants can enhance your own yard\, providing improved habitat for wildlife\, Engaging storytelling from a seasoned nature interpreter. Participants must be able to walk on hilly\, mulched trails for the hour-long tour. This program is geared to adults and ages 10 and older. $8 per person. Online registration required at www.novaparks.com.
URL:https://www.fcnp.com/event/spring-native-plant-walk/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250313T103000
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SUMMARY:Preschool Nature Nuts: Peculiar Plants
DESCRIPTION:Designed for curious kids ages 2-4\, this program reveals the strange and wonderful ways plants protect themselves and thrive in nature. In our conservatory\, we will check out the cool Mediterranean plants that have interesting ways to protect themselves. Our little botanists will also decorate their own plant pot and plant a “Mother of Hundreds”—a unique succulent that grows tiny baby plants along the edges of its leaves. This weird and wonderful plant will be a fun keepsake to take home and watch grow. Join us for a hands-on adventure in the amazing world of plants! $10.00 per preschooler\, register at www.novaparks.com.
URL:https://www.fcnp.com/event/preschool-nature-nuts-peculiar-plants/
LOCATION:Meadowlark Botanical Gardens\, 9750 Meadowlark Gardens Ct\, Vienna\, VA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250301T100000
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SUMMARY:Sunset in the Gardens - 6PM Closing
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy the sunset in the Gardens until 6 PM.  Admission to the Gardens will end at 5:30 PM.  Posed photography reservations are not available during extended hours. Extended hours may be cancelled in the event of inclement weather. Please check park alerts at the top of novaparks.com webpages for cancellations. Regular garden admission ($5-$8) and memberships apply. Register at www.novaparks.com. 
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LOCATION:Meadowlark Botanical Gardens\, 9750 Meadowlark Gardens Ct\, Vienna\, VA\, United States
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SUMMARY:Preschool Nature Nuts: WHOOO Loves Raptors?
DESCRIPTION:Can you guess WHOOO Naturalist Matt is bringing to this session of Preschool Nature Nuts? It’s Smoke\, the tiny screech owl!  Preschoolers (and their adults) will learn about owls and other raptors with a closeup visit with a live owl\, poems\, and an owl craft. Join us for a delightful morning at Meadowlark Botanical Gardens designed just for children ages 2-4! This engaging program blends discovery\, creativity\, and sensory play\, making it a perfect introduction to the fascinating world of raptors for your preschooler! Cost: $10.00 per preschooler. Register at www.novaparks.com.
URL:https://www.fcnp.com/event/preschool-nature-nuts-whooo-loves-raptors/
LOCATION:Meadowlark Botanical Gardens\, 9750 Meadowlark Gardens Ct\, Vienna\, VA\, United States
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SUMMARY:Preschool Nature Nuts: I Love Nature!
DESCRIPTION:Preschoolers (and their parents) will express their love of nature through literature\, fun activities\, and a Valentine nature craft.  Adults and their preschoolers should dress for the weather. Although we try to be outside for a portion of the program\, in poor weather\, all activities will be indoors.   $10/child plus $3 transaction fee for children 2-4 and their parents/guardians. Registration required at www.novaparks.com. \n 
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SUMMARY:Pup Days at Meadowlark
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy Meadowlark Botanical Gardens with your favorite canine on our special Pup Days at Meadowlark Botanical Gardens on select Wednesdays from 10am to 4pm. Dogs are $6 each.  Human admission is $8 for ages 18-54\, $4 for ages 55 and older and ages 6-17.  Children age 5 and younger are free.  Garden members and their dogs are free.  One dog per adult.  Guests of garden member’s dogs are $6.  Register with novaparks@nvrpa.org
URL:https://www.fcnp.com/event/pup-days-at-meadowlark/
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