Arboretum

Free Coffee Alert at Small Planes Coffee Today!

By Prince Of Petworth

From the good people at Small Planes Coffee (2400 T Street, NE):

“The government shut down + the generally tough times in D.C. as of late have got us feeling a little 🌀🦀😵‍💫 these days. We wanted to take a moment to show our appreciation for this wonderful community by doing a donation day for folks affected by the turmoil right now.

On Tuesday, 11/11, we’ll be opening our doors to the public at the roastery from 9am-4pm (or while supplies last) to giveaway bags o’ beans and freshly brewed drip coffee! Swing by 2400 T Street NE, WDC 20002.

We believe in the power of community & connection, and look forward to seeing you”

The National Arboretum will stay open later starting Sunday through the end of August!!

By Prince Of Petworth


photo by DCbmyers

Thanks to Debra for sharing the good news from FONA:

“We’ve heard you. You want the chance to visit the National Arboretum after a long day at work. We’re making it happen all summer long! Thanks to FONA and the generosity of our supporters, the U.S. National Arboretum will stay open until 8 PM from June 1st through August 30th.* (more…)

Today* in Hawks around Town – “Three-for-one day: Cooper’s hawks at the National Arboretum”

By Prince Of Petworth


photos by Brian Wee

Thanks to Brian for sending: “Attached are three photos showing the sequence of three Cooper’s hawks lining up for a flyby photographed Wednesday 2023-09-13 at the US National Arboretum. The photos capture a one second duration of a complex 15-plus minute long choreography of harassment between the hawks and a murder of more than 10 crows.” (more…)

Soaring Eagle at the Arboretum!!

By Prince Of Petworth


photo by Brian Wee

Thanks to Brian for sending this awesome shot: “I managed to grab a shot of one of the arboretum’s pair of bald eagles (Mr. President and Lotus) in the act of hauling back home improvement materials (a branch with dead leaves) for upgrading their nest in preparation for breeding season!”

If you spot a hawk, any interesting wildlife or celebrity skateboarder Tony Hawk, and get a good photo please send in an email where you spotted them to [email protected]. Thanks! Hawks around Town is made possible by a generous grant from the Ben and Sylvia Gardner foundation.

Walking with Long Walks DC – Happy Earth Day from the National Arboretum!

By Prince Of Petworth

This month Sara from Long Walks DC writes:

“Happy Earth Day from the National Arboretum! If you are still craving beautiful spring flowers, thousands of vibrant azaleas are begining to bloom over the next weeks. The walking paths through the Azalea Collection are picturesque and soon will be fully blazing with color.

Download the National Arboretum App for help finding all the cool spots throughout the park.

There is also a free flower show in the Visitor Center Auditorium today (Friday) from 1pm-4pm and Saturday 9am-4pm. On April 30th, (more…)

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