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Beekeeping Workshop

May 13, 2017 @ 10:00 am - August 12, 2017 @ 12:00 pm
Common Good City Farm, 300 V St NW
Washington, DC 20001 United States

Beekeeping I: Building up the Hive Saturday, May 13, 10 am - 12 pm - Take a look into the hive as bees prepare for honey production - Learn about basic colony dynamics Beekeeping II: Production Mode Saturday, August 12, 10 am - 12 pm - Experience the bee colony…

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11:00 am

Tour: Travel the Tropics

May 18, 2017 @ 11:00 am - 11:45 am
U.S. Botanic Garden, 100 Maryland Ave SW
Washington, DC 20001 United States

Join Angela for a talk and walk on the 'wild side' as you explore the Tropics in our Conservatory. Discover some of the many plants found on our diverse planet, from the Amazon Rainforest to the Yucatan Peninsula, as you trek through our canopy walk and view some spectacular bloomers.…

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12:00 pm

Cooking Demonstration: Greens of Spring

May 18, 2017 @ 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
U.S. Botanic Garden, 100 Maryland Ave SW
Washington, DC 20001 United States

Greens of spring come in many forms: succulent lettuces and greens such as sorrel and spinach, as well as the first real vegetables like peas and asparagus. Join the Cook Sisters as they celebrate what is green in the garden. Please note: The 12:50 p.m. program is a repeat of…

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5:30 pm

Whimbrel Watch

May 18, 2017 @ 5:30 pm - May 27, 2017 @ 8:30 pm
DC, MD, VA – Nature Conservancy, 4245 N Fairfax Dr, Ste 100
Arlington, VA 22203 United States

The whimbrels are here! We are seeking two volunteers per evening to help count these migrating shorebirds as part of Whimbrel Watch, a citizen science project in partnership with the Center for Conservation Biology. Volunteers will accompany Nature Conservancy staff on a private seaside dock from 5:30-8:30 p.m. each evening.…

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RVA Post People’s Climate March / #actonclimate Happy Hour

May 18, 2017 @ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Legend Brewing Company, 321 W 7th St
Richmond, VA 23224 United States

Come join us at Legend Brewing Company to share stories, brews and pictures from the People's Climate March on April 29th. If you were unable to attend the march, please come and meet other Richmonder's interested in climate activism and advocacy! We will talk about more ways to keep the…

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6:00 pm

Hands Across the Sand Happy Hour

May 18, 2017 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Come get ready for Hands Across the Sand. Come pick up a t-shirt, a Don't Drill VA Yard Sign, some stickers, and find out how you can help out on Saturday May 20th! Bring a friend and spread the word, we need all hands on deck this year.

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Special Event: Trees at Home

May 18, 2017 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
U.S. Botanic Garden, 100 Maryland Ave SW
Washington, DC 20001 United States

From enhancing curb appeal to saving money through energy efficiency, trees can offer a wealth of benefits around the home. Join us to learn about some tips for getting the most out of your trees. Following a short discussion, we will venture into our outdoor gardens to discover some amazing…

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