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Festival of Trees 46th Anniversary
Festival of Trees 46th Anniversary December is the time to visit the Somerset County Park Commission Environmental Education Center (EEC) to welcome winter and get into the holiday spirit! The festival is an indoor exhibit of decorated trees by various community groups and individuals alike. Enjoy holiday music and relax while viewing the beautiful trees! Please call 908-722-1200 (ext. 5328) or email mjuhasz@scparks.org to participate as an exhibitor and decorate a tree, to make group reservations or for more information. Suggested donation: $5 per person. Friday, December 6 through Sunday, December 29, 2024, 9:00am-4:30pm **Please note the EEC will be closed December 24 & 25** See you in December at the EEC – the perfect lead into the holiday season! Donate new, unwrapped Toys while you visit for Toys For Tots!
Creative Women’s Showcase
Creative Women's Showcase The Center is pleased to present the Creative Women’s Showcase exhibition on view November 1 – December 8, 2024, curated by Ilisa Zollenberg. Exhibiting artists Serena Bocchino (Basking Ridge), Meeta Garg (Basking Ridge), Ivey Kampouris (Bridgewater), Grace Martoccia (Basking Ridge), Seanna Noonan (Basking Ridge), Carolina W. Rivera (Califon), Isabell Villacis (South Bound Brook), and Ilisa Zollenberg (Basking Ridge) will showcase their work in mixed media, pastels, acrylic, photography, and more. Ilisa Zollenberg, Curator, says “Art is a powerful communicator. It connects us to each other. It introduces us to strangers. It is a storyteller of the soul. It entices the audience to look further into a message that needs to be told.” There will be a special opening reception, free and open to the public, on November 1 from 5:30-9pm with a celebration of women artists and business owners with an art exhibition, vendor sale, and meet & greet.
The Art of Recovery: Connecting Through Transformative Creativity
The Art of Recovery: Connecting Through Transformative Creativity In observance of September as National Recovery Month The Center in partnership with Community in Connection is pleased to present “The Art of Recovery.” “The Art of Recovery” showcases the transformative power of creativity in personal recovery. This exhibition highlights artistic expression as a vital healing tool, helping individuals process emotions, share their journeys, and reconnect with themselves and their communities. Through painting, sculpture, photography and more, participants find strength, resilience, and hope. “The Art of Recovery” celebrates how creativity fosters personal growth, reduces stigma, and unites communities.
Santa at the Commons
Santa at the Commons Santa will begin welcoming children of all ages for visits and photos filled with holiday magic. Located in Center Court on the shopping center’s Lower Level, visits to Santa Celebration will begin Saturday, Nov. 16 through Tuesday, Dec. 24 ‘Tis the season for Santa, shopping, and holiday events. Photos with Santa November 16 – December 24 Santa Cares Day Sunday Dec 1st 10am – 12pm Bridgewater Commons welcomes families to a sensory-friendly Santa experience. Make holiday memories in a soothing environment. PET Photos with Santa Tuesday December 3 & Thursday December 5 3pm-7pm Bring your furry, four-legged family members to meet Santa! Cats and dogs are welcome with their pet parents on a leash or in a carrier. A percentage of sales benefit the Somerset Regional Animal Shelter.
Holiday Lights Hayride
Holiday Lights Hayride Nov 28, 2024 to Dec 1, 2024 Dec 5, 2024 to Dec 8, 2024 Dec 12, 2024 to Dec 15, 2024 Dec 19, 2024 to Dec 22, 2024 Looking for family Christmas activities and holiday fun? Bring your family and friends for a festive holiday lights tractor-drawn hayride! It's that feeling you get when Christmas time comes, and you smell the cookies baking in the oven and the sound of holiday music coming from your Bluetooth speakers. So why not upgrade your yuletide joy with a holiday lights hayride at Norz Hill Farm! Join for a Magical Journey Through a Winter Wonderland Under the Twinkling Lights! Christmas time at Norz Hill Farm is always a special experience. There's something about the chilly air and Christmas lights that makes the whole place feel magical. One of our favorite Christmas activities here on the farm is the holiday lights hayride. Bundling up in a warm blanket and snuggling close to your loved ones as you ride through the farm, taking in the sights and sounds of Christmas. The best part is when you get back to the farmhouse and can sit by the fire with a mug of hot chocolate, feeling all
Holiday Jubilee 2024
Holiday Jubilee 2024 It’s a magical time of the year in Downtown Somerville! There’s festive music in the air, a warm glow from shop windows, and the delicious aroma of the area’s best cuisine. Best of all, Santa is on his way to the Downtown Somerville Holiday Jubilee! Join in on all of the festivities on Friday, December 6th: 5:00pm – 9:00PM
Yoga with Alpacas at Bluebird Farm
Yoga with Alpacas at Bluebird Farm - Reservations Required! Come join us for Yoga amongst the Alpacas in this peaceful, bucolic setting! You will not only be with the Alpacas for yoga, but you will also have the opportunity to feed and pet them!
Sunset Meditation at the RVCC Planetarium
Sunset Meditation at the RVCC Planetarium Join Friday, December 6th at 7:00 pm for a peaceful sunset meditation. How do STEM workers, NASA professionals, athletes, and business executives cope with stress? Mindfulness. Meditation is a powerful tool for maintaining psychological health and resilience. Since the planetarium offers a dark and quiet space for relaxation, it is the perfect place for meditation. Enjoy a guided meditation experience in the comfortable, reclined seats in the RVCC Planetarium. Relax under a night sky filled with stars, then travel from Earth to beyond our galaxy. (Recommended for ages 10-adult) Tickets are $11 per person for one show, $20 per person for two. Reservations are recommended but not required. For more information, please visit https://www.raritanval.edu/planetarium/public-shows.
