FRIDAY JANUARY 22

TODDLERS & NATURE: It’s never too early to introduce your child to the great outdoors …  even if it’s technically in a virtual setting. This Friday, the Arlington Parks and Recreation Department is hosting an online event in their series for “tiny tots” ages 18 to 35 months. For this session, participants (and their accompanying adults) can expect kid-friendly activities all about the local white-tailed deer. (10 am-10:30 am; FREE)

FLYING SQUIRRELS: Who knew you could spend an evening spying on flying squirrels in the D.C. area? On Friday, join Montgomery Country’s Parks Department for a socially-distant squirrel-watching event. Please note that masks are required and the event is weather-permitting. (Brookside Nature Center, 5:45 p.m.-6:15 p.m., FREE)

DIVINE ORGY: This weekend, Politics & Prose is hosting a conversation about The Last Orgy of the Divine Hermit, a book that explores the pleasures of reading and drinking. The virtual event will feature the author, Mark Leyne, along with fellow writer Porochista Khakpour. (6 p.m.-7 p.m.; FREE)

SATURDAY JANUARY 23

ZOOM GARDENS: Tudor Place is still closed to the public due to COVID-19 restrictions, but there are still ways to explore its gardens and history. This Saturday, the estate is hosting a virtual garden-based treasure hunt for children ages 8-14 years old. Students will learn the basics of botany and scientific investigation — all from the comfort of their home. (1 p.m.-2 p.m.; $5-$10)  

LITTLE SESAME POP-UP: Little Sesame, the fast-casual hummus joint, now has a pop-up shop at the Sugar Fox ice cream store in Chevy Chase. The store opened earlier this month, but plan your visit now: it’s only promised to stay open until mid-March, and they only serve Wednesdays-Saturdays. Dine-in and delivery options are available. (Sugar Fox, a la carte)

KENNEDY CENTER: On Saturday, head to the REACH at the Kennedy Center to explore their new outdoor exhibit, UNITY | PEACE | FORWARD. The program is created for a socially-distant environment and aims to amplify the works and voices of artists with disabilities. (The REACH at the Kennedy Center, FREE)

SUNDAY JANUARY 24

FISH PRINTING: In the traditional Hawaiian practice of gyotaku, artists use freshly caught fish to create prints with black ink. This weekend, the Smithsonian Associates’ course on the art form will teach participants how to use both traditional and modern techniques to create their own prints at home. To take full advantage of the course, please review the supply list ahead of time. And yes — it’s BYO fish. (10 a.m.-1 p.m.; $75 – $85)

DACHA, NAVY YARD: On Sunday, spend some time outdoors by visiting Dacha’s new location garden in Navy Yard. The beer garden recently branched out from its Shaw location, and its new digs are offering all the warmth we need this winter. Patrons can order warm drinks like spiked hot chocolate and glühwein (mulled red wine with other flavorings), rent a fleece blanket, and cozy up with a hot soup. Six or fewer guests are permitted per party, seated at tables only. (Dacha Navy Yard, a la carte)

BRUNCH AT HOME: Stay on your brunch game without leaving your living room. U Street’s Fainting Goat has compiled brunch kits made to serve 3-5 guests — which happens to be perfectly pod-sized — that promises only “minor assembly required.” Patrons can choose from either their fondue or avocado toast kit — complete with take-home instructions. (Fainting Goat, $25)