What's up in Lansing: Zentangle and more

Good day on this final day of summer. Happy International Day of Peace.

Are you stressed out? Are you looking for a new piece of art to decorate that blank space in your kitchen? You know, right above the sink? Well, perhaps you can knock out two birds with one stone thanks to a course hosted by artist Jane Reiter. Introduction to Zentangle is a class where the artists teachers her meditative, relaxing drawing style using abstract forms. This practice is intended even for those who do not consider themselves artists. A drawing kit with supplies is provided. 1-3:30 p.m. $48. Delta Township Enrichment Center, 4538 Elizabeth Road, Lansing. (517) 327-0938, tanglewrangler.wordpress.com/happenings.

For more local events, see below.

Classes and Seminars

Gentle Yoga. Relaxing pace class suitable for beginners. 11 a.m.-noon. First class FREE/$5/$3 members. Williamston High School, 3939 Vanneter Road, Williamston.

Why Amphibians and Reptiles Are Important In Controlling Invasives in Gardens and Natural Areas. 7-9 p.m. FREE. Fenner Nature Center, 2020 E. Mount Hope Ave., Lansing. (517) 887-0596, wildoneslansing.org.Music

Joe Vasquez at Allen Farmers Market. 5:30-6:30 p.m. FREE. Allen Farmers Market, 1619 E. Kalamazoo St., Lansing. (517) 999-3911, ow.ly/Bol1303O4VE.Events

Senior Fitness Programs with Tasha Mills. Senior Discovery Series. 10 a.m.-noon. FREE. Allen Market Place, 1619 E. Kalamazoo St., Lansing. (517) 367-2468, allenneighborhoodcenter.org.

After School Action Program. Light meal, tutoring and activities. 4-6 p.m. FREE. Eastside Community Action Center, 1001 Dakin St., Lansing.

After School Teen Program. For teens in grades 7-12. 2:30-5:30 p.m. FREE. All Saints Episcopal Church, 800 Abbot Road, East Lansing. (517) 351- 2420, elpl.org.

Allen Farmers Market. Locally grown, baked and prepared foods. 2:30-7 p.m. FREE. Allen Farmers Market, 1619 E. Kalamazoo St., Lansing. (517) 999-3911, ow.ly/Bol1303O4VE.

Alcoholics Anonymous. A closed step meeting. 6 p.m. Donations. Pennsylvania Ave. Church of God, 3500 S. Pennsylvania Ave., Lansing. (517) 899-3215.

ICACS Whisker Wednesday. Pet adoptions. All animals spayed/neutered, vaccinated and microchipped. Noon-6 p.m. Ingham County Animal Control, 600 Curtis St., Mason. (517) 676-8370.

Practice Your English. All skill levels welcome. 7-8 p.m. FREE. East Lansing Public Library, 950 Abbot Road, East Lansing. (517) 351- 2420, elpl.org. Arts

Introduction to Zentangle. Course on relaxing, easy drawing method. Drawing kit included. 1-3:30 p.m. $48. Delta Township Enrichment Center, 4538 Elizabeth Road, Lansing. (517) 327-0938, tanglewrangler.wordpress.com/happenings.