Poetry Night, Free Yoga and Celebrating Seniors

It's quite busy here in Patchland, so let's cut to the chase.

Here are 5 Things for your Wednesday in and around Del Ray:

Senior Citizens Day — Today we honor our seniors, so don’t be afraid to shake some hands or lend one if you get the chance. This observance was established in 1988 to honor senior citizens in the US who make positive contributions in their communities. The day was also aimed at bringing awareness of social, health and economic issues that affect senior citizens. 

Free Yoga — Check out Cool Yoga, a free, outdoor yoga class held every Wednesday in August at 1900 Mount Vernon Ave. This week’s class begins at 6:30 p.m. For more information, check out the Cool Yoga event listing posted here on Del Ray Patch.

Wine Down Wednesday — Begin your roll toward the weekend with this $5 house wines special available all day at Cheesetique (2411 Mount Vernon Ave.).

“The rhythmical creation of beauty in words” — It’s Poetry Night at St. Elmo’s Coffee Pub (2300 Mount Vernon Ave.) Signup sheet goes out at 7:30 p.m., with the inspiration and fun following at 8 p.m.

Book Club — The Literary Group at Duncan Library discusses Erik Larson's "In the Garden of Beasts" at 7 p.m. in the branch’s meeting room. Duncan Library is located at 2501 Commonwealth Ave.