Soak up the summer sun with a miniature zen garden workshop at Brookside Gardens or the largest flea market in Montgomery County.
Germantown Community Flea Market
August 2, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. | MARC Rail parking lot
Bowman Hill Drive and Germantown Road, Germantown, MD 20874
Find a new home for your unwanted goods and old clothes at Montgomery County’s largest flea market featuring more than 150 vendors, weather permitting. Browse household goods, antiques, jewelry and electronics. Free entry; $25 per vendor | germantownmdhistory.org
Miniature Zen Garden
August 2, 10:30 a.m. to noon | Brookside Gardens
1800 Glenallan Ave., Wheaton, MD 20902
Bring a sense of peace and calm to your home by creating your own mini Zen garden. This therapeutic and educational activity, led by an instructor, includes tray, sand, pebbles, small plants and Japanese-inspired ornaments. Learn how to grow and maintain your garden. $55 | montgomeryparks.org
Tea Time in The Whispering Spirit Speakeasy
August 3, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. | Fallen Oak Distilling
5000 Olney Laytonsville Road, Olney, MD 20832
Enjoy a selection of fine teas, spirited infusions and decadent treats including savories, scones, sweets and more at The Whispering Spirit Speakeasy. Alcoholic beverages are available for purchase. $42/person plus tax and gratuity | visitmontgomery.com
