Explore Your May Community Board
DMV events, our books and brews picks, and a seasonal cold brew recipe
Hey there, sending sunshine your way for the start of May!
Your May Community Board is here! This month is full of nature walks, strawberry season, and cozy coffee inspiration.
Inside you’ll find DMV events, our books and brews picks, and a seasonal cold brew recipe to try.
May Community Board
Explore on the go! Download the pdf to quickly access event info. Share with a friend to plan your next outing.
Featured Events
Meditation Mondays (Online) May 4, 2026 6:00-6:45pm
Explore mindful meditation with the National Museum of African American History and Culture.
Free online event
Miller Farms Strawberry Fest (Clinton, MD) Weekends in May 9-5pm
Celebrate National Strawberry Month at Miller Farms. Gather fresh strawberries and enjoy family friendly activities.
Ticket prices vary, starting around $5
Sunrise in the Gardens (Wolf Trap, VA) May 17, 6:00am
Have a sunrise stroll! Enjoy extended morning hours at Meadowlark Botanical Gardens.
Expect regular admission tickets ranging from $5-$9
Learn about Lattes in Latest Podcast Episode
Get inspired for sweet spring coffee dates. Hear the episode, send it to your bestie or partner, and start exploring these date ideas together.
More Ways to Listen: RSS.com · Spotify · Apple Podcasts
Holidays and Happenings
Blend this month’s events with holiday happenings for fun adventures every week.
Mark your calendar for these holidays:
May is Meditation Month. Bring mindful intentions to your activities this month. Look for refreshing books, events, and practices to try.
It’s also Strawberry Month. Try brewing a strawberry beverage or making a sweet treat to celebrate.
Beverage Day on May 6 is a chance to explore seasonal brews. Try a cultural latte recommended in the podcast episode or our brew of the month below.
Public Gardens Week (May 8-17) is a way to get your steps in while enjoying nature.
Explore a new exhibit for International Museum Day on May 18.
Enjoy a sweet treat for Strawberries and Cream Day on May 21.
Books & Brews
I featured two coffee-related books in our recent podcast episode, The Little Black Book of Coffee by Karen Berman and Legends and Lattes by Travis Baldree.
The Little Black Book of Coffee by Karen Berman
Loved this book as a quick and comprehensive guide to coffee. Explore its history, recipes, equipment and more!
Legends and Lattes by Travis Baldree
If you love fantasy and cozy fiction, you’ll love this book. It’s a low stakes story of a mythical creature starting a coffeeshop in her community. The catch is coffee is unfamiliar in this mythical world.
If you buy the eBook using my link, I earn an affiliate commission at no extra cost to you.
Spring Adventure Guidebook by Alexis Renae Neblett
My seasonal guidebook is a great way to savor more spring adventures! Enjoy adventure recommendations and podcast episodes carrying through the end of the spring season.
Brew of the Month
It’s Strawberry Month! Enjoy a Strawberry Vanilla Cold Brew to celebrate.
If you’re looking for a recipe to try the brew, check out Savorista Coffee. They share a seasonal cold brew recipe using their Panorama Half Caffeinated coffee.
If you’re interested in trying this coffee blend for your strawberry coffee, use my affiliate link and promo code EXPLOREOC for a 25% off discount. I earn a commission from your purchase which I use to pour more into Exploring Over Coffee.
Explore Savorista Coffee for more about their low caffeinated, high quality blends.
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Thanks for Exploring
Hope our community board brings you fun adventures all month long. Share this post with your friends to start planning your next adventure!
Warm Wishes,
Alexis ☕🤎