FAMILY FUN
Family Activities
BY HEATHER M. ROSS
to Put a ‘Spring’ in Your Step
DOGGIE BONDING TIME
ORCHID EXHIBIT
Bring every family member—yes even the furry
ones—out to enjoy the spring weather and
stretch their legs. Visiting a dog park or making
stops at dog-friendly dining spots are great ways
to make sure the whole family feels included.

This year, join for the second annual ALX dog
walk. The first drew more than 450 dogs and 700
people. The experience features goodie bags for
each person, each with a T-shirt, dog bandana,
sustainable treats and coupons! Visit the photo
booth together and be sure to check out the
Puppy PlayZone for kids! Register for $35 at alx
alx- dogwalk.com.

Take your family to meet one of the largest plant
families in the world – orchids. Throughout
April, the 27th annual joint exhibit between the
U.S. Botanic Garden and Smithsonian Gardens
will be on display at the U.S. Botanic Garden’s
conservatory. Children and adults alike can
learn about the diversity and conservation of
these beautiful plants with the garden’s many
orchid-themed educational opportunities. Learn
more or plan your visit at USBG.gov.

NATIONALS PARK/NATIONAL CHERRY BLOSSOM FESTIVAL PHOTOS PROVIDED; BOTTOM BY JALEEL DAVIS
GRAPHIC PATTERN: NATOUCHE; CHERRYBLOSSOMS: KSENA32/ADOBESTOCK; DOG: ERIC ISSELÉE/ADOBESTOCK
April 29 | Oronco Bay Park, 100 Madison St.,
Alexandria, VA 22314
A s birds and other
wildlife make their
return this spring,
it’s time for you and
your family to get
out of the den, too. Warmer
weather, longer days and
bristling naturescapes are
all in the cards as you set
out to make memories. Here
are five unique adventures
for your family to enjoy this
spring. EASTER EGGS AND ANIMALS
April 1-2, 6-9 | 10102 Fingerboard Road, Ijams-
ville, MD 21754
Visit a petting zoo and partake in delightful
spring programming like the Easter egg hunts at
Green Meadows Farm. These Easter egg hunts
are included with the $16 admission to the farm.

Admission also includes a hayride, goat feed, pig
races and more outdoor animal fun! Everyone
can get excited for the chance to see the Green
Meadows Farm Easter Bunny, Whiskers, and
hunt cleverly hidden candy-filled eggs. Kids can
bring their own basket to collect eggs or buy one
for $5 on site. For more information, visit green
green- meadowsevents.com.

April 1-30 | 100 Maryland Ave. SW Washington,
D.C. 20001
NATIONAL CHERRY BLOSSOM FESTIVAL
April 1-16 | Washington D.C. and surrounding
communities Celebrate the beauty of spring and the endur-
ing friendship between the U.S. and Japan at the
National Cherry Blossom Festival. The annual
festival returns with its signature family-friendly
programming, food, music, performances, fire-
works and famous pink blossoms. If you can’t make
every event, be sure to hold a spot for the April 15
parade from 10 a.m. to noon. For more information
and a detailed guide to all the can’t-miss festivities,
visit nationalcherryblossomfestival.org.

BASEBALL SEASON AT NATIONALS PARK
April – October | 1500 S. Capitol St. S.E., Washing-
ton, D.C. 20003
Catch a game and grab your gear. The 2023
Major League Baseball season is up to bat, hav-
ing opened for the season March 30. Nationals
Park has been home to our very own Washing
Washing- ton Nationals since its construction in 2008
and remains a bastion of the iconic American
pastime. Even if baseball isn’t your sport, the
concessions and atmosphere are worth the trip.

mlb.com/nationals/ballpark. ■
Plan your visit at mlb.com/nationals/b
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