Veteran Nature Connections
Veterans and active duty service members are an important part of our FONA and DMV communities. Thanks to support from the National Environmental Education Foundation, FONA is offering an array of…
Posts by Anne McGarvey
Ending on a High Note
We couldn’t have asked for a better conclusion to our 2024 Music in the Meadow concert series. Gorgeous weather complemented Rochelle Rice’s beautiful music during Friday night’s concert. The Ellipse Meadow was…
Stumpy’s Legacy Lives On
Grab your ticket for our last Music in the Meadow concert of the year this Friday, September 6th! Enjoy a gorgeous evening in the Ellipse Meadow as you listen to Rochelle Rice’s beautiful blend…
Late Summer Updates & Resources
Join us on Saturday, September 14th at 11:00 AM (current Educator Coaching Program school teams at 10AM) for our 4th annual Fall into School Gardening event where you can learn how to plant a fall and…
Fall Event Guide
Fall is just around the corner! Here at FONA, we are hosting many new and fan-favorite events this fall for you to connect with the National Arboretum and each other.…
What to Plant Now for Fall/Winter
Emilia’s Garden Tips: What to Plant Now for Fall/Winter Summer comes to an end and the new school year is starting. Here are some suggestions on what to plant this…
Take Your Class on a Tree-sure Hunt
Take Your Class on a Tree-sure Hunt As the school year gets going and we transition from summer into fall, there are many outdoor activities you can do with your…
Program Update: Summer Institute Reflection
Program Update: Summer Institute Reflection On July 16th to 19th, the 2024 Summer Institute for Garden-based Teaching brought together teams of educators from 15 D.C. schools for 4 days of…
Summer Send-Off
Join the National Arboretum’s team! The Arboretum is hiring a Public Horticulture & Engagement Unit Leader at the GS 14 level. This leadership position will guide the development of horticultural and educational displays and…
Back to School Gardens
This year’s Summer Institute for Garden-based Teaching gathered teams of educators from 15 D.C. schools for a week of workshops, garden tours, and activities at the National Arboretum. This program…
