Family Skate Night (6 - 9 p.m.)
Transform into your favorite prince/princess, fantastical creature, mythical being or magical entity and make your way to Franconia Rec Center’s gym to skate and dance the night away. Registration is $10.
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Spring Discovery Hike (10 - 11:30 a.m.)
Jump into spring with a guided nature hike at Riverbend Park in Great Falls. Find early spring ephemeral flowers along the forest trails, observe tadpoles and turtles or catch a glimpse of the bald eagles along the Potomac Heritage Trail. Registration is $12.
Annual Horse Expo at Frying Pan Farm Park (10 a.m. - 3 p.m.)
Join us for the annual Horse Expo at Frying Pan Farm Park in Herndon. Enjoy treats from food trucks, hear from expert speakers, watch live demonstrations and explore horse-related products and services.
Upcycled Bee Hotels (11 a.m. - noon)
Bring an empty can from home to make a shelter for the bees using recycled materials at Sherwood Regional Library in Alexandria.
Providence Earth Day Celebration (11 a.m. - 2 p.m.)
Celebrate Earth Day in the Providence District with vendors, county resources and fun activities for all ages at the Graham Road Community Building in Falls Church.
Historic Huntley House Tour (10:30 a.m. and noon)
Explore the vistas, voices and stories of Historic Huntley in Alexandria. The tour includes the unfurnished late Federal-style 1825 villa, farm outbuildings, stories from the Huntley community and a view of Hybla Valley. Registration is $8.
Celebrate Reston (noon - 4 p.m.)
Come to Lake Anne Plaza to enjoy community performances, a book fair with local authors, organizations and vendors, exhibits and family-friendly activities. Rain Barrel Workshop (2 - 3 p.m.)
Learn how to turn a food-grade barrel into a rain barrel at Pohick Regional Library in Burke. This demonstration will cover how harvested rainwater can be used for lawns and gardens, washing cars, saving water during peak summer months and more.
When Twilight Comes - Meet the Author Marcie F. Atkins (2 - 3 p.m.)
Hear author Marcie F. Atkins read her new children’s book at City of Fairfax Regional Library. This program will introduce you to Virginia plants and animals that come out at dawn or dusk. Take home our guide to help you look for these animals in your own backyard.
Trainers on the Go (2:30 - 4 p.m.)
Learn about nature while playing Pokémon Go at Riverbend Park in Great Falls. Please bring your own smart device and have Pokémon Go already installed. Registration is $12.
Concert: Harmony With U (3 - 4 p.m.)
Join us at Reston Regional Library for a strings concert that will feature a mix of classical and contemporary pieces performed by Harmony With U, a student-led nonprofit focused on uplifting underprivileged youth through mentorship, consistency and opportunities.
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