ELIZABETH, N.J., Oct. 14 -- Union County issued the following news release:

The Union County Board of County Commissioners invites residents to explore a variety of upcoming programs, including sound bowl meditation, acrylic painting workshops, forest bathing and tea ceremonies, live animal presentations, senior nature walks, toddler programs, and more.

Upcoming highlights include:

* Sound Bowl Meditation - October 17, November 14 & December 5 * Art Workshops for Adults - October 17, November 21 & December 12 * Forest Bathing & Tea Ceremony - October 24 & November 14 * Remarkable Raptors - October 24 * Creatures of the Night - November 14 * Plus toddler programs, senior nature walks, astronomy, and other special events throughout the sea...