# Open Carving Days with Carving Colin — Clearwater Nature Center

> Event for families in the Washington–Arlington–Alexandria area (DC / VA / MD / WV). Times are Eastern Time.

- When: Nov 2 – Jul 2 · 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Where: Clearwater Nature Center, 11401 Thrift Rd, Clinton, MD 20735
- Ages: All ages
- Price: Free
- Organizer: Prince George's County Department of Parks and Recreation
- Official page: https://www.pgparks.com/event_list/open-carving-days/2026-11-02/
- Last checked: Fri, Oct 30

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## About

Drop by on weekdays to watch artist Carving Colin bring two new wood sculptures to life in a live carving demonstration at Clearwater Nature Center. Free and open to all ages.

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