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Christmas Tree Lot at Carriage Farm
NJ, United StatesPick your tree and enjoy a drink at Flounder Brewing or Bellemara Distillery while CJN ties the tree up on your car!
Skies Over Hogwarts
NJ, United StatesJoin our eclectic group of witches and wizards as they guide you through a "Harry Potter"-themed tour of the night sky. Learn how J.K. Rowling used astronomy as the inspiration for some of her characters' names. (Recommended for ages 8 and older)
Victorian Holiday Traditions
NJ, United StatesDiscover how holidays were celebrated during this time and how traditions and celebrations came to be lasting customs through images, stories, and music. Presenter Marisa Bozarth has a BA in History from Lebanon Valley College. She has worked with the Parks System for nearly twenty years. Currently, she serves as museum curator of history for Burlington County Division of Parks. In that capacity, she oversees three historic sites, including one National Landmark, and serves as the Director of the Lyceum of History and Natural Sciences. She conducts extensive research, develop exhibits, coordinate our County history regrant program and history awards annually, and coordinates efforts among the over forty historic societies in Burlington County.
Santa at the Commons
NJ, United StatesHere Comes Santa Claus! The Jolly O’ St. Nick welcomes children of all ages for enchanted visits filled with holiday magic. Located in Center Court on the shopping center’s Lower Level, visits to Santa Celebration will begin Saturday, Nov. 12 through Saturday, Dec. 24. Set amongst 25 garland-topped light curtains (each adorned with thousands of white, glistening lights) and candy-cane inspired twists cascading from high above, Santa Celebration will feature an authentic Kris Kringle perched in his grand velvet chair on an elevated platform behind his adoring guests. A bright and cheery, red photo frame sits in front of the famed wish-fulfiller proclaiming, “Holiday Joy.” Photo reservation and schedule page coming soon! Santa Photo Special Events Santa’s Luau! - Wed, Nov. 30, 4pm – close. Santa may work in the cold during the holidays, but he loves the tropics too! Don your best Hawaiian gear and join the fun! Santa Cares Day – Sunday, Dec. 4, 10am – 11am and Sunday, Dec. 18, 9am – 10am. Visits with Santa for those community members with special needs including and beyond that of autism. Children and adults within all spectrums of special needs and their families are welcome to their sensory-friendly event to experience
Festival of Trees
NJ, United StatesDecember 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: $5.00 per person Friday, December 2 through Thursday, December 29, 2022, 9:00am-4:30pm 9:00am-4:30pm **Please note the EEC will be closed December 23, 24, 25, & 26**
