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LCPL Presents Music Women of the DMV
Old Ox AshburnWhile names like Roberta Flack and Patsy Cline are still familiar, many of the female artists who were once recognized in jazz, blues and country music have been all but forgotten. Historian Ken Avis describes how these musicians… Read More
Science on Tap: Urbanization’s Impact on Bats
Old Ox AshburnVirginia Tech wildlife ecologist and researcher Christopher Blume discusses how development affects bats, mammals that are indicators of ecosystem health. Blume is currently collecting data about bat species in Rock Creek National Park in Washington, D.C. Come early… Read More
Photography on Tap: Feedback for Your Images
Old Ox AshburnTo participate, arrive 30 minutes before the program to share a digital file of your work. National Geographic photographer Jeff Mauritzen will display images anonymously on a big screen and provide constructive tips. Enjoy craft beverages--beer, wine, cider,… Read More
LCPL Bird Trivia (powered by Machine Learning!)
Old Ox AshburnSpring migration is just around the corner! What better way to brush up on bird identification than with a fun-filled trivia game? Compete against Cornell Lab's Merlin Bird ID app to identify birds by photo or sound. Get… Read More
Beer & Art: Venice Part 2
Old Ox AshburnArt historian John Daum transports you to a time when Venice, Italy, was a world superpower and artists like Bellini, Giorgione and Titian were revolutionizing art. Come early and enjoy amazing craft beverages--beer, wine, cider, vodka soda cocktails--and… Read More
LCPL Murder Mystery May: Trivia
Old Ox AshburnTest your knowledge of murder mysteries. Team up with family and friends or play alone. This program is part of our Murder Mystery May series! Donations of travel-sized toiletries will be collected at programs for neighbors in need.… Read More
LCPL Popular Music History of NOVA
Old Ox AshburnVirginia is for lovers, and it turns out that Virginia is for music, too! Historian Ken Avis uncovers the forgotten stories of world-class music that emerged from Northern Virginia. Come early and enjoy craft beverages--beer, wine, cider, vodka… Read More
Science on Tap: Aphids Don’t Suck
Old Ox AshburnAphids can induce galls by injecting proteins into plants, hijacking plant development. David Stern, senior group leader at HHMI's Janelia Research Campus, discusses how his research into this problem could lead to controlling pest aphids. Come early and… Read More
Armchair Travel: New York Moments
Old Ox AshburnTake a walk around New York City as John Daum shows you the interesting moments and quirky places that make areas like the Lower East Side, Greenwich Village and Soho so special. Come early and enjoy craft beverages--beer,… Read More