
6-9 pm June 8, 2023
AN EVENING IN THE GARDEN | At Meadowlark Botanical Gardens

Calendar filled on June 8? You can still Be A Hero.
We understand that for many, early June marks the beginning of the summer travel season, and your calendar may prevent you from attending our annual fundraising gala, An Evening in the Garden, in person. Still, you can be a hero, present in spirit, by donating to NVCT today.
Each donation benefits our region by assisting in the permanent protection of critical conservation resources. From safeguarding Crow's Nest Natural Area Preserve in Stafford County to Saving River Farm in Alexandria, your heroic contributions help us to save Northern Virginia's nature.
29
Years Established
8,000+
Acres Conserved

Saving Nearby Nature
130+
Properties Protected
3M+
Residents Service Area
NVCT's 2022 Annual Gala
We had such a wonderful time at our 2022 Annual Gala
AN EVENING AT RIVER FARM
The conversation, the great food, the excellent drinks, and the amazing community—all came together to acknowledge the importance of protecting our region's natural areas and the history and culture of Northern Virginia as well.
During the event, we awarded our first-ever Rich Bliss Award and Peggy Stevens Awards to several incredible conservation heroes who, as protectors of nature, have set an incredible example of how to impact our environment. Click below to experience the event and learn about the significance of these new awards and their worthy awardees

Celebrating Saving History

A night celebrating our heroes.

2022 Gala Attendee
We really enjoyed it. It's obviously such a pretty place. I was just kind of blown away... how united everyone was and being able to celebrate and feel a sense of accomplishment over saving river farm.

2022 Gala Attendee
It was really nice to see how NVCT's work has impacted people... and it was just really great to see just how important this work is to people and the spaces they care about, like River Farm.
Silent Auction
Two Lower Bowl Capitals Tickets
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Valued at $350
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Generously donated by Tom VanBlaricom
Two Tickets to “Exclusion” at Arena Stage

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Valued at $250
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Generously donated by Arena Stage
Nine Kennedy Center Production Posters
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Valued at $30
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Generously donated by Paint Your Heart Out
$30 Gift Certificate to Paint Your Heart Out
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Valued at $30
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Generously donated by Paint Your Heart Out
$50 Gift Certificate to Pinot’s Palette

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Valued at $60
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Generously donated by Pinot’s Palette Dulles
Private Tour and Tasting for 12 at Port City Brewing

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Valued at $240
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Generously donated by Port City Brewing Company
Two Tickets to Any Signature Theatre Show

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Valued at $200
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Generously donated by Signature Theatre
Dinner for Two at bartaco Mosaic
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Valued at $50
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Generously donated by bartaco
$100 Gift Certificate to Nostos Restaurant
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Valued at $100
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Generously donated by Nostos Restaurant
Three Days of Doggie Daycare at ADDO Vienna
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Valued at $120
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Generously donated by A Dog’s Day Out Vienna
80-Minute Massage Certificate at Dante
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Valued at $120
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Generously donated by Dante Salon and Wellness Spa
Consultation on Home Energy and Sustainability
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Valued at $150
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Generously donated by Helen Reinecke-Wilt
Jae Star Necklace and Kendra Scott Private Shopping Party
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Valued at $100
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Generously donated by Kendra Scott
3-Night Stay at Olde Towne Pet Resort