Washington County Libraries are calling all kiddos and teens with a thirst for learning and a dash of curiosity to check out their November event lineup. It's a mix of wildlife encounters, mathematical revelations, artistic endeavors, coding challenges, and yes, even some life skills that are as practical as they come. According to an announcement on the Washington County website, no matter if you're looking to get your hands dirty or your mind buzzing, this is where you can pencil in for some quality learning fun.

First up, Minnesota Wildlife is a real-life happening that’s making its furry, feathery, and scaly way to R.H. Stafford Library in Woodbury. On Tuesday, Nov. 5 at 2 p.m., let your little ones experience nature's bounty by learning about the different critters that call Minnesota home – with biofacts and live animals, to boot. This portion is designed for children 6-12, but the door’s wide open to all, so don't bother with registration, just show up.

Moving on to the math geeks out there, the STEM: Fibonacci Numbers program invites you to dive into the spiral world of nature's own numerical sequence – from pinecones to sunflowers, it's all about those magical Fibonacci numbers. A couple of sessions are laying the groundwork: Sunday, Nov. 10 and Thursday, Nov. 14, both at 1:30 p.m. at R.H. Stafford Library. Heads-up, this one does require registration, so plan ahead and snag a spot if you're into patterns and sequences.

And who said gray was dull? Art Discovery: Shades of Gray at Lake Elmo Library on Thursday, Nov. 14 at 3 p.m. is casting a spotlight on value – a core concept in art – as young artists take inspiration from Maria "Povika" Martinez's black-on-black pottery. They'll explore the grayscale without getting their hands too dirty since the event is not asking for registrations, just roll up and create.

A real buzz-worthy session comes in the form of A Bee's Code with Bakken Museum. If you're keen to understand the crucial role of bees beyond just the honey and stingers, hook up with this program at Wildwood Library (Mahtomedi) on Saturday, Nov. 16 at 10:30 a.m. It's where coding meets the beehive – and truly hands-on. Registrations are open, so get on it or buzz off!

For the teens, sketch your pets out at the Pet Journaling Sketchbook event. Oakdale Library is the venue on Thursday, Nov. 7 at 2 p.m., where animal anatomy becomes less of a mystery and more of a canvas for creativity. Partial to drawings that range from life-like to cartoony? Then get on this – they say registration is recommended.

And let’s not forget the practical side of things with Life Skills: Winter Vehicle Maintenance. The ol' clunker, wagon, or whatever your ride, needs some winter TLC and the R.H. Stafford Library in Woodbury has got your back. On that same Thursday, Nov. 7 at 4:30 p.m., learn what makes snow tires different from your regular rubber and other car care tips. Demonstration portions may have you braving the weather, and they're suggesting you might want to register.

Last but not least is a maker's dream with the Maker Series: Bath Bombs and Fizzies. This is the de-stress express – craft your very own fizzy relaxation aids on Thursday, Nov. 14 at 5:30 p.m. again at R.H. Stafford Library. Schoolwork and holidays piling up? Take a breather – and no need to sign up, just come on in.

For more deets on these events or to fulfill your registration needs, check out the Washington County website and prep your November for some enriching experiences.