Posted: April 6, 2021

Citizen Science Month: A Community Celebration

Let’s celebrate the importance of STEM in our lives by working together to gather new knowledge about the world. Not only does citizen science create a stronger connection to your community, but it also helps all of us better understand what’s going on around us.

Citizen Science Month: A Community Celebration
Posted: March 26, 2021

Pollination Syndromes: The Evolutionary Relationship between Your Garden and Its Inhabitants

To welcome a variety of friendly pollinator visitors to your garden, it’s a good idea to keep the distinctive features in mind when choosing your plants.

Pollination Syndromes: The Evolutionary Relationship between Your Garden and Its Inhabitants
Posted: March 10, 2021

Question Your World: Are You Feeling Springtime Allergies Earlier This Year?

As the world continues to combat the pandemic, everyone is paying more attention to symptoms like a runny nose and watery eyes, but it could be because of something in the air: the annual release of springtime pollen!

Question Your World: Are You Feeling Springtime Allergies Earlier This Year?
Posted: February 4, 2021

Question Your World: What Do Chili Peppers and Solar Technology Have in Common?

What do the alternative rock band Red Hot Chili Peppers have in common with solar technology? Umm, maybe not a lot. But what do hot chili peppers and solar technology have in common? Something really interesting, actually!

Question Your World: What Do Chili Peppers and Solar Technology Have in Common?
Posted: November 4, 2020

Celebrating Arbor Day by Exploring the Importance of Richmond’s Trees

Richmond's Arbor Day holiday recognizes the importance of trees, and is a great time to learn about trees, how they are managed using urban forestry, and how you can get some for your community.

Celebrating Arbor Day by Exploring the Importance of Richmond’s Trees