Wishing you the Merriest Holiday Season!

 

December 18, 2024

This Week: Winter Solstice Celebration December 20 Join a woodland gathering around a campfire under the glowing full moon to experience the historical and ceremonial aspects of the winter solstice. Bundle up to listen to storytellers and enjoy hot cider and roasted marshmallows. Register today as space is limited!  Register here. For kids 6 & up with an adult, cost: $12 per person. Preregistration is required. Where: Great Swamp Outdoor Education Center, 247 Southern Boulevard, Chatham Township, 07928

Spotlight On: Festival of Trees December 20, 21, 27, 28, 29, 30 & 31 Tour the Frelinghuysen Arboretum's Mansion decorated for the holidays in the Festival of Trees. Enjoy trees decorated by scouts, families, floral designers and garden clubs in this outing for the family. Register here. For all ages, cost: $10 per person. Preregistration is required. Where: Frelinghuysen Arboretum, 353 East Hanover Avenue, Morristown, NJ 07960. Silver Maples December 19 Just in time for the holidays, create a kissing ball out of seasonal greens to hang outside all season long. All materials supplied. Register here. For adults 55+, cost: $15 per person. Preregistration is required. Where: Frelinghuysen Arboretum, 353 East Hanover Avenue, Morristown, NJ 07960.

Look What's Coming: Winter Solstice Sunrise Hike December 21 Greet the shortest day of the year with a guided hike to view the sunrise at the Valhalla Overlook while enjoying a cup of hot cocoa! Then finish the loop hike as you kick off the winter season. Register here. For adults, cost: $10 per person. Preregistration is required. Where: Pyramid Mountain Natural Historic Area, 472 Boonton Ave, Boonton, NJ 07005   Wonderful Winter for Littles December 21 It's officially winter! Let's celebrate with songs, stories and a scavenger hunt looking for signs that winter has started. This program will be held entirely outdoors, rain or shine, so please dress for the weather. Register here. For kids 2-5 with an adult, cost: $7 per child. Preregistration is required. Where: Pyramid Mountain Natural Historic Area, 472 Boonton Ave, Boonton, NJ 07005   Nature’s Crafty Creations: Owls December 22 Nature is full of spectacular creations! This series will highlight the changing seasons each month with a story and craft. This week we learn about our outstanding owls! Register here. For kids 2-5 with an adult, cost: $8 per child. Preregistration is required. Where: Pyramid Mountain Natural Historic Area, 472 Boonton Ave, Boonton, NJ 07005     Holiday Gifting: There's still time for gifts! One Card, many places and multiple experiences! Your adventure is just a gift card away! This holiday season, simplify your holiday gifting with experiences they’ll love!  Available for purchase at William G. Mennen Sports Arena and at the Haggerty Center at Frelinghuysen Arboretum. No digital cards are sold online. Please be aware that you will need the full name and address of the gift card recipient for processing the information in our system.

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