The Korean Bell Garden at Meadowlark
Monday – Go for a swim! The warmer, sunnier weather probably has you itching to take a dip, but since it’s not quite outdoor pool season, make a splash inside. There are plenty of indoor pools in the area that are open to the public: Wilson Aquatic Center in NW is popular, and Deanwood in NE even has a slide. In Maryland, Rollingcrest in PG County has a special preschool area, and there are several indoor aquatic facilities in Montgomery County. In Northern Virginia, Arlington County has a few indoor public pools, and there’s one in Alexandria, too. Be sure to check schedules for open swim times at all of them.
Tuesday – Roam around the lovely grounds, view wildlife in the ponds, and visit the Korean Bell Garden at Meadowlark Botanical Gardens in Vienna. Admission is $5/adults, $2.50/ages 7-17 and seniors, free for ages 6 and under. Hours are 10am – 7pm.
Wednesday – Frolic on the playground and sprawling fields and do some light hiking at Montrose and Dumbarton Oaks Parks in Georgetown. Both are fun, easy places to enjoy a nice day with little ones (and big ones, for that matter). Admission at both locales is free. Plan to grab a bite at one of the many nearby eateries on M Street or Wisconsin Ave.
Thursday – See a show on strings at The Puppet Co., where Jack and the Beanstalk is the current Main Stage production. Showtime is 10:30am. Tickets are $10.
Friday – Join an Earth Day celebration at the US Botanic Garden. Drop in to learn how to make the earth a healthier planet, enjoy cooking demos using seasonal produce, and meet representatives from environmental organizations throughout the area. And, of course, take a tour the plant collections, too! The progam runs 10am – 2pm. USBG hours are 10am – 5pm. Admission is free.
