Make & Take: Nature Art

Sat · Nov 21·10:30 AM – 12 PM·Wheaton Library

Create and illustrate a graphic novel page with narration, dialogue, character design, then refine drawings using pen, ink, watercolor pencils; displayed at Wheaton Library, for ages 14–18.

Sat · Nov 21·9:30 AM – 10:30 AM·Brookside Gardens · Wheaton

Yoga at Brookside Gardens — Tanory Ateek leads flexibility, strength, and focus sessions in the Japanese Tea House (Sept–Oct) or Visitor Center (mid‑Oct–Feb), mats not provided.

Sat · Nov 21·10:30 AM – 12 PM·Wheaton Library

Trained volunteers guide participants in practicing English for everyday real-life situations in the Multi-Purpose Room, for ages 18 and up.

Sat · Nov 21·9:30 AM – 1:30 PM·National Zoo, Bird House Classroom · Washington

Creative drop-in play explores outdoor wonders in the Bird House Classroom at the National Zoo, with nature‑themed activities for toddlers and caregivers, for all ages.

Sun · Nov 22·11 AM – 11:30 AM·Wheaton Library

Mirka Hokkanen and Ms. Maranda present a 25‑30‑minute storytime with diverse stories and language‑building activities at Wheaton Library, for ages 3–5.

Tue · Oct 27·12 PM – 1:30 PM·Wheaton Sports Pavilion

Drop‑in casual soccer game at Wheaton Sports Pavilion, no team commitment required, open to soccer lovers ages 18 and up.

Tue · Oct 27·1 PM – 2:30 PM·Brookside Gardens · Wheaton

Guided walk through Brookside Gardens showcasing autumn colors in woody and herbaceous collections, highlighting staff‑favorite perennials such as asters, coneflowers, sedums, and grasses.

Wed · Oct 28·9:15 AM – 10:30 AM·Brookside Gardens · Wheaton

Tai Chi led by Charles Votaw provides flowing movements for stress relief, strength, balance and flexibility at the Japanese Tea House or Visitor Center, ages 18 and up.