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- ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS
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- Arlington Science Focus
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- Ashlawn
- Barcroft
- Barrett
- Campbell
- Cardinal
- Carlin Springs
- Claremont
- Discovery
- Drew
- Glebe
- Hoffman-Boston
- Innovation
- Integration Station
- Jamestown
- Key
- Long Branch
- Montessori
- Nottingham
- Oakridge
- Randolph
- Taylor
- Tuckahoe
- MIDDLE SCHOOLS
- Dorothy Hamm
- Gunston
- Jefferson
- Kenmore
- Swanson
- Williamsburg
- HIGH SCHOOLS & PROGRAMS
- Arlington Career Center
- Arlington Tech
- Arlington Community High School
- H-B Woodlawn
- Wakefield
- Washington-Liberty
- Yorktown
- Langston
- Shriver
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- ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS
- Abingdon
- Alice West Fleet
- Arlington Science Focus
- Arlington Traditional
- Ashlawn
- Barcroft
- Barrett
- Campbell
- Cardinal
- Carlin Springs
- Claremont
- Discovery
- Drew
- Glebe
- Hoffman-Boston
- Innovation
- Integration Station
- Jamestown
- Key
- Long Branch
- Montessori
- Nottingham
- Oakridge
- Randolph
- Taylor
- Tuckahoe
- MIDDLE SCHOOLS
- Dorothy Hamm
- Gunston
- Jefferson
- Kenmore
- Swanson
- Williamsburg
- HIGH SCHOOLS & PROGRAMS
- Arlington Career Center
- Arlington Tech
- Arlington Community High School
- H-B Woodlawn
- Wakefield
- Washington-Liberty
- Yorktown
- Langston
- Shriver
19 events found.
Sustainability
Irrigation Uncovered: Drip Irrigation for Above-Ground Gardeners
Sustainability
Are you tired of hand watering the pots on your patio or your vegetable garden? Do you strive to maximize your garden’s beauty and bounty while minimizing your use of water? Drip irrigation is the answer to your problems. Join Extension Master Gardener Stephanie Halcrow to dive deep into the topic, reviewing the various types of irrigation... Read more »
Grandma’s Creek Invasive Plant Removal
Sustainability
Join us at Grandma's Creek to Improve habitat, meet fellow do-gooders, get exercise, and learn about native plants and wildlife all while making a difference in the great outdoors! Adults, teens, and families ages 8 and up. Training will be provided, and gloves and tools are available for volunteers to use. You should dress to... Read more »
Superintendent’s Advisory Committee on Sustainability
Virtual Event
Sustainability
This is the monthly meeting for the Superintendent's Advisory Committee on Sustainability. For information on where the meeting is held or to attend virtually. Please reach out to [email protected]
Container Gardening with Native Plants
Virtual Event
Sustainability
Gardeners with planting space limited to patios, decks, or balconies can still create miniature habitats for pollinators and birds by incorporating native plants. Join Extension Master Gardener Elaine Mills to learn which plant species are suitable for use in containers while providing the best wildlife support. She will offer tips on containers, soil, and plant maintenance and... Read more »
Fall 2025 Tree Application Deadline
Sustainability
EcoAction Arlington is committed to enhancing Arlington’s tree canopy through a dedicated tree planting program funded in part by the Arlington County Tree Canopy Fund. Property owners, including those of single-family homes, townhouses, condos, and places of worship, are invited to apply for a free native tree to be planted on their property.
Arlington Climate Change, Energy and Environment Commission (C2E2)
Sustainability
C2E2 advises and assists the Arlington County Board in meeting Arlington’s commitment to climate action on: Measures to advance energy efficiency, renewable energy, electrification of buildings and transportation, energy equity, energy security and the rapid reduction of greenhouse gas emissions from County facilities and the community as a whole. Threats posed by climate change to... Read more »
The Future is Electric for Lawn Care
Sustainability
Join this webinar organized by the Greater Baltimore Group of the Sierra Club Maryland to learn why leading landscapers are switching to electric lawn care equipment and how to start making the transition. Learn why hundreds of communities have passed restrictions and full bans on gas-powered leaf blowers and why going electric is better for... Read more »
Arlington Forestry and Natural Resources Commission (FNRC)
Sustainability
The Forestry and Natural Resources Commission (FNRC) provides the County Board with advice and recommendations to improve the health and sustainability of Arlington’s urban forest and natural resources. The Commission charge includes: Programs and policies for the maintenance and enhancement of trees and other natural resources on public property. The preservation or restoration of trees, other native... Read more »
Succession Planning
Virtual Event
Sustainability
Do you want diversity in your vegetable garden? How about limiting the number of weeds or the destruction of your plants by disease or insects? Are you inundated with produce at harvest time and forced to give half of the crop away to neighbors? There is a better way, and armed with knowledge, you will... Read more »
Grandma’s Creek Invasive Plant Removal
Sustainability
Join us at Grandma's Creek to Improve habitat, meet fellow do-gooders, get exercise, and learn about native plants and wildlife all while making a difference in the great outdoors! Adults, teens, and families ages 8 and up. Training will be provided, and gloves and tools are available for volunteers to use. You should dress to... Read more »
Arlington C2E2 Energy Committee
Sustainability
The Energy Committee is a subcommittee of the Climate Change, Energy and Environment Commission (C2E2). The Energy Committee advises the County Manager on Community Energy Plan implementation. The Community Energy Plan is a long-term vision for transforming how Arlington generates, uses, and distributes energy, with an overall goal of carbon neutral by 2050. The Energy Committee will be... Read more »
Challenges of the Summer Garden
Virtual Event
Sustainability
What happened to your beautiful spring garden? Has summer has got you and your garden down? Plants drooping, insect attack, aggressive weeds, and is that a fungus? Join Extension Master Gardener Beth Buffington for tips on what you can do right now and what you can plan to do to make sure your summer garden thrives in... Read more »
Arlington Forestry and Natural Resources Commission (FNRC)
Sustainability
The Forestry and Natural Resources Commission (FNRC) provides the County Board with advice and recommendations to improve the health and sustainability of Arlington’s urban forest and natural resources. The Commission charge includes: Programs and policies for the maintenance and enhancement of trees and other natural resources on public property. The preservation or restoration of trees, other native... Read more »
Arlington Climate Change, Energy and Environment Commission (C2E2)
Sustainability
C2E2 advises and assists the Arlington County Board in meeting Arlington’s commitment to climate action on: Measures to advance energy efficiency, renewable energy, electrification of buildings and transportation, energy equity, energy security and the rapid reduction of greenhouse gas emissions from County facilities and the community as a whole. Threats posed by climate change to... Read more »
Grandma’s Creek Invasive Plant Removal
Sustainability
Join us at Grandma's Creek to Improve habitat, meet fellow do-gooders, get exercise, and learn about native plants and wildlife all while making a difference in the great outdoors! Adults, teens, and families ages 8 and up. Training will be provided, and gloves and tools are available for volunteers to use. You should dress to... Read more »
Grandma’s Creek Invasive Plant Removal
Sustainability
Join us at Grandma's Creek to Improve habitat, meet fellow do-gooders, get exercise, and learn about native plants and wildlife all while making a difference in the great outdoors! Adults, teens, and families ages 8 and up. Training will be provided, and gloves and tools are available for volunteers to use. You should dress to... Read more »
Superintendent’s Advisory Committee on Sustainability
Sustainability
Arlington C2E2 Energy Committee
Sustainability
The Energy Committee is a subcommittee of the Climate Change, Energy and Environment Commission (C2E2). The Energy Committee advises the County Manager on Community Energy Plan implementation. The Community Energy Plan is a long-term vision for transforming how Arlington generates, uses, and distributes energy, with an overall goal of carbon neutral by 2050. The Energy Committee will be... Read more »