| 1st Thursday Speaker Series: The Gaia Theory |
WHEN:
Thursday, February 4 from 7:30 to 9:00 p.m.
WHERE: Bull Run Unitarian Universalist Church, 9350 Main Street, Manassas, directions |
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Speaker: Martin Ogle, Chief Naturalist, Northern Virginia Regional Park Authority
The Gaia Theory is a scientific way to view the Earth as a single living system. It is taught as Earth System Science in many universities, but sometimes still dismissed as New Age religion by some.
Join Martin Ogle to learn about this tantalizing idea as he explains, in layman's terms, the science, history and societal implications of Gaia Theory.
How do oxygen and methane persist in stable concentrations in the atmosphere of the Earth? How have Carl Sagan, William Golding (author of "Lord of the Flies") and Vaclav Havel all contributed to the theory's development and use? How does Gaia Theory speak to global challenges ranging from climate change to energy use?
And WHAT does it have to do with Prince William County??
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| Bird Walks at Merrimac Farm |
WHEN: Sunday, Jan. 31 from 8:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
Sunday, Feb. 28 from 8:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
Sunday, March 28 from 8:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
Sunday, April 25 from 8:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. |
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We'll travel through the uplands to the edge of the floodplain, covering a variety of habitats, including open fields and woodland edges. Everyone is welcome.
Dress for the weather, bring binoculars and cameras. More info and RSVP (not required) to PWCA , 703.499.4954 or alliance(at)pwconserve.org.
WHERE: Meet at the North Entrance to Merrimac Farm, 14712 Deepwood Lane, Nokesville, directions
Questions? Contact us at 703-499-4954 or alliance@pwconserve.org. |
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| 1st Thursday Speaker Series: Local Foods & Sustainable Agriculture |
WHEN:
Thursday, March 4 from 7:30 to 9:00 p.m.
WHERE: Bull Run Unitarian Universalist Church, 9350 Main Street, Manassas, directions |
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Speaker: Hiu Newcomb, Potomac Vegetable Farms
Do you know what you are putting in your mouth? Where did it come from and what’s in it? How far did it have to travel before reaching your table? Is it possible to have agriculture in DC’s densely populated suburbs?
Join Hiu Newcomb, owner of Potomac Vegetable Farms, as she tackles these questions and talks about the benefits of locally grown food and sustainable agriculture.
Hiu Newcomb and her late husband, Tony, began farming in Fairfax County in the early 1960s. They farmed rented land around the county, and finally bought five acres in Vienna in 1966. By 1970 the Newcombs gave up their careers and Washington house and became full time farmers. They sold their vegetables from a roadside stand along Route 7 in Vienna which is still in operation.
The farm grew over the years as more land was added, equipment purchased, and employees hired. At Tony’s passing in 1984, Hui and her daughters Hana and Lani ran the farm with help from many loyal employees. In addition to the roadside stand, the Potomac Vegetable Farm grows crops for sale at farmers markets and through an extensive Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) program. Today Hui still lives on the farm and works to provide healthy, locally grown produce to the community.
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| Especially for Families - Signs of Spring at Merrimac Farm |
WHEN:
Saturday, March 13 from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.
WHERE: Merrimac Farm Stone House Visitor Center, 15020 Deepwood Lane, directions |
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Spring is an exciting time of year and a great time to explore the great outdoors. Join us for a fun family afternoon at Merrimac Farm. We'll search for new buds, nests and wildlife emerging from a long winters sleep. After a discovery walk, we'll return to the Stone House and continue our exploration through arts and crafts.
Workshop leaders - Linda Johnston and Kathy Madson. Suggested contribution is $5/ea. Register early! Program is capped at 15 participants. To register, send your contact information to alliance@pwconserve.org or 703.499.4954..
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| Especially for Kids - What's for Lunch? |
WHEN:
Monday, April 19 from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. (Teacher Work Day)
WHERE: Merrimac Farm Stone House Visitor Center, 15020 Deepwood Lane, directions |
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At the end of the morning, we're ready for soup and sandwiches. But if you were a frog, you'd be looking for flies. In addition to frogs, we'll investigate what's on the lunch menu for wildlife at Merrimac Farm cafe.
After a discovery walk, we'll return to the Stone House and create clay replicas of your favorite animals favorite lunch.
Workshop leaders - Linda Johnston and Kathy Madson. Suggested contribution is $5/ea.
Register early! Program is capped at 12 participants. To register, send your contact information to alliance@pwconserve.org or call 703.499.4954..
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| 1st Thursday Speaker Series: Coming soon |
Where: Bull Run Unitarian Universalist Church, 9350 Main Street, Manassas, directions |
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April 1 -- Rattlesnakes, Racers and Other Cool Snakes - Who Lives in Northern Virginia? with Paul Petersen, Naturalist, Prince William Forest Park
May 6 -- Managing Deer in the Suburbs with Charles Smith, Natural Resource Manager, Fairfax County Park Authority |
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