Smithsonian Nighttime Adventures at the Natural History Museum are back!
Join fellow adventurers at one of the world's most visited museum as the doors close, the lights dim, and the crowds shuffle out for the day. Wander through the Fossil Hall, where dinosaurs cast giant shadows. Learn about Earth's past, discover the ocean's aquatic wonders, blast off to the moon, visit pollinators, and walk softly past mysterious mammals. Participate in games and challenges, immerse yourself in hand-on crafts and even learn how to eat like a T-rex while playing The Game of Survival.
Cost: $110/person (normally $150/person!)
Ages: 8 to 14 years old. There must be at least one adult for every five children in any group that registers. No siblings younger than 8. No adults without children. Every person coming must register.
Date: Saturday, July 19
Schedule: (Previous schedule - subject to change)
6:30-7p.m. Check-in
7 to 7:30 p.m. Orientation and snack time
7:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Interactive exploration of the museum, hands-on activities, Smithsonian Sleepover T-shirt sales
Join the MONA Book Club for our July Read: The Three Lives of Cate Kay by Kate Fagan
About the Book:
The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo meets First Lie Wins in this electric, voice-driven debut novel about an elusive bestselling author who decides to finally confess her true identity after years of hiding from her past.
Cate Kay knows how to craft a story. As the creator of a bestselling book trilogy that struck box office gold as a film series, she’s one of the most successful authors of her generation. The thing is, Cate Kay doesn’t really exist. She’s never attended author events or granted any interviews. Her real identity had been a closely guarded secret, until now.
As a young adult, she and her best friend Amanda dreamed of escaping their difficult homes and moving to California to become movie stars. But the day before their grand adventure, a tragedy shattered their dreams and Cate has been on the run ever since, taking on different names and charting a new future. But after a shocking revelation, Cate understands that returning home is the only way she’ll be a whole person again.
Event Details
July 22, 2025
7:00 pm
East West Cafe, 3101 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA 22201 more info...
If you are looking for an opportunity to hit the courts with a nice, fun group of women, please join us for MONA Tennis. Tennis meet-ups typically start with casual rallying and end with friendly match play. We meet on Tuesday nights from 7:30 - 9:00 pm at the Tuckahoe Park courts starting in May. All levels and abilities are welcome. All you need to participate is your racquet! For updates, please join the MONA Tennis subgroup on Groups.io. more info...
Join members of the MONA Board for mimosas to kick off the new fiscal year. Learn about ways to get involved with MONA Subgroups. This event is open to current and interested volunteers. We hope to see you there! more info...
If you are looking for an opportunity to hit the courts with a nice, fun group of women, please join us for MONA Tennis. Tennis meet-ups typically start with casual rallying and end with friendly match play. We meet on Tuesday nights from 7:30 - 9:00 pm at the Tuckahoe Park courts starting in May. All levels and abilities are welcome. All you need to participate is your racquet! For updates, please join the MONA Tennis subgroup on Groups.io. more info...
If you are looking for an opportunity to hit the courts with a nice, fun group of women, please join us for MONA Tennis. Tennis meet-ups typically start with casual rallying and end with friendly match play. We meet on Tuesday nights from 7:30 - 9:00 pm at the Tuckahoe Park courts starting in May. All levels and abilities are welcome. All you need to participate is your racquet! For updates, please join the MONA Tennis subgroup on Groups.io. more info...
Come jam out with Rocknocerous and have a musically awesome time!
11:00 am
Faith Lutheran Church / Fellowship Hall
As always, this event is open to all and free to attend! MONA member socials are a fun and easy way to meet up with other MONA members and their kids. It is also a great way to introduce friends and family to MONA. Partners, grandparents, and friends are all welcome! more info...
If you are looking for an opportunity to hit the courts with a nice, fun group of women, please join us for MONA Tennis. Tennis meet-ups typically start with casual rallying and end with friendly match play. We meet on Tuesday nights from 7:30 - 9:00 pm at the Tuckahoe Park courts starting in May. All levels and abilities are welcome. All you need to participate is your racquet! For updates, please join the MONA Tennis subgroup on Groups.io. more info...
Struggling with core weakness, leaks, or pelvic discomfort? You're not alone—and there’s help. Join us for Pelvic Floor 101, a virtual masterclass designed to empower moms with practical tools and expert insight into their pelvic floor health.
Event Details
August 13, 2025
7:30 pm
Virtual more info...
If you are looking for an opportunity to hit the courts with a nice, fun group of women, please join us for MONA Tennis. Tennis meet-ups typically start with casual rallying and end with friendly match play. We meet on Tuesday nights from 7:30 - 9:00 pm at the Tuckahoe Park courts starting in May. All levels and abilities are welcome. All you need to participate is your racquet! For updates, please join the MONA Tennis subgroup on Groups.io. more info...
If you are looking for an opportunity to hit the courts with a nice, fun group of women, please join us for MONA Tennis. Tennis meet-ups typically start with casual rallying and end with friendly match play. We meet on Tuesday nights from 7:30 - 9:00 pm at the Tuckahoe Park courts starting in May. All levels and abilities are welcome. All you need to participate is your racquet! For updates, please join the MONA Tennis subgroup on Groups.io. more info...
If you are looking for an opportunity to hit the courts with a nice, fun group of women, please join us for MONA Tennis. Tennis meet-ups typically start with casual rallying and end with friendly match play. We meet on Tuesday nights from 7:30 - 9:00 pm at the Tuckahoe Park courts starting in May. All levels and abilities are welcome. All you need to participate is your racquet! For updates, please join the MONA Tennis subgroup on Groups.io. more info...
If you are looking for an opportunity to hit the courts with a nice, fun group of women, please join us for MONA Tennis. Tennis meet-ups typically start with casual rallying and end with friendly match play. We meet on Tuesday nights from 7:30 - 9:00 pm at the Tuckahoe Park courts starting in May. All levels and abilities are welcome. All you need to participate is your racquet! For updates, please join the MONA Tennis subgroup on Groups.io. more info...
Performer Good Gollie, it is Mollie with bubble fun. Ms. Mollie, a favorite performer at our MONA picnics, is with us again for some delightful bubble fun!
11:00 am
Faith Lutheran Church / Fellowship Hall
As always, this event is open to all and free to attend! MONA member socials are a fun and easy way to meet up with other MONA members and their kids. It is also a great way to introduce friends and family to MONA. Partners, grandparents, and friends are all welcome!