Learn how you can make changes at home to combat climate change

Presented in partnership with EcoAction Arlington, Virginia Cooperative Extension/Master Gardeners, Arlington Regional Master Naturalists, and Arlington County’s Office of Sustainability and Environmental Management.

Come and see green renovations, energy efficient technologies, solar energy, rain gardens, and more in person. Start at Central Library's plaza to see demonstrations and displays of the possibilities, then discover the homes and community spaces in the Green Home and Garden Tour to see those possibilities in action.

The tour is sponsored by Arlington County’s Office of Sustainability and Environmental Management, EcoAction Arlington and Virginia Cooperative Extension.  

Lime, the Tour's generous sponsor, provides eco-friendly transportation options to help participants experience the event. Lime will provide complimentary helmets alongside e-bike and e-scooter rentals for adults ages 18+ at the welcome event.

Please note: the celebration at Central Library is free; the Green Community Tour registration has an associated cost. 

NO REGISTRATION. For more information, please visit this website or email Lily Whitesell at lwhitesell@arlingtonva.us

In the case of inclement weather, this event will take place inside Central Library.

Date:
Sunday, September 14, 2025
Time:
10:30am - 12:30pm
Location:
Outside, Central Library Plaza, 1015 N Quincy St, Arlington, VA 22201
Library:
Central Library
Audience:
Events for Adults Events for Babies and Preschoolers Events for Elementary Schoolers Events for High Schoolers Events for Middle Schoolers Good for Adults Age 55+ Good for Families
Categories:
Civics & Government Community Resources Maker & DIY Sustainability & Environment Technology Training
Calendar:
Arlington Public Library

Accommodations in the Library

Arlington County provides accommodations to individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact us at least five days in advance to discuss accommodations for both online and in-person events.

Learn about other available accommodations when visiting the library.