Calendar of Events

If you know of any events of interest please reach out to calendar@onemontgomerygreen.org

The New Workhorses of the Garden: Native Grasses and Sedges

Brookside Gardens Nature Center 1400 Glenallen Avenue, Wheaton, MD, United States

Shifts in attitudes toward native plants, ecological landscapes, and progressive planting design are making grasses and sedges more popular than ever. They play many roles, from low-key groundcover to seasonal superstar. They lessen the need for maintenance, fertilizer, and pesticides. Their ability to anchor the soil and help manage stormwater gives them a workhorse reputation, […]

JOIN OUR CITIZEN INVOLVEMENT WORKSHOP TO LEARN HOW YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN 2021

virtual

Want to learn how to influence environmental policy? Join us on August 18th 3:00 PM EST to learn best practices for: Holding meetings with elected officials Building a movement around your advocacy Fostering relationships with policymakers Optimizing your work to get results We will be joined by Dan Xie, Political Director for the Student Public Interest Research Groups […]

Spiders! From Wolf to Web Weaver: An Overview of Spider Natural History

virtual

Catherine Stragar Entomologist, Maryland Department of Agriculture Join Maryland Department of Agriculture Entomologist Cathy Stragar in an exploration of the world of spiders: their origins, habits, and homes. Learn about some of our local spiders and gain an appreciation for their sometimes brief but fascinating lives.

Leaders in Energy : 8th Annual Green Jobs Forum with Resilient Virginia

virtual

The past year’s COVID experiences have highlighted the need for inclusive resiliency plans that integrate health, social, and economic concerns with ever-increasing climate change impacts. This conference, from Resilient Virginia, will bring national and local perspectives on solutions being formulated to address vulnerabilities while moving forward to create a more economically sound and equitable future. […]

Leaders in Energy : 8th Annual Green Jobs Forum with Resilient Virginia

virtual

The past year’s COVID experiences have highlighted the need for inclusive resiliency plans that integrate health, social, and economic concerns with ever-increasing climate change impacts. This conference, from Resilient Virginia, will bring national and local perspectives on solutions being formulated to address vulnerabilities while moving forward to create a more economically sound and equitable future. […]

Leaders in Energy : 8th Annual Green Jobs Forum with Resilient Virginia

virtual

The past year’s COVID experiences have highlighted the need for inclusive resiliency plans that integrate health, social, and economic concerns with ever-increasing climate change impacts. This conference, from Resilient Virginia, will bring national and local perspectives on solutions being formulated to address vulnerabilities while moving forward to create a more economically sound and equitable future. […]

“Expanding Opportunities for Careers in Forestry and Environmental Protection” Roundtable Registration

virtual

Join us for a 90-minute ZOOM roundtable hosted by ANS’s Taking Nature Black Conference, with sponsorship from the U.S. Forest Service’s Office of Urban and Community Forestry. This discussion will help elevate holistic strategies that connect the green movement with second chance/re-entry programs, services, and advocacy. Tuesday, September 14th 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm EST […]

Febrewary: Time to Kick Gas | Bulb Exchange – True Respite, Derwood

True Respite Brewing Co. 7301 Calhoun Pl #600, Derwood, United States

Wednesday, February 9, 2022 from 5:00 – 7:00 pm True Respite, 7301 Calhoun Pl #600, Derwood, MD 20855 For the last few years, we have been visiting local breweries around the County to make sure that residents have the most energy efficient lightbulbs on the market. And this year, we are taking it even further – […]