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WinterFest & Wreath Sale

December 7th, 10 AM to 3 PM
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Select a botanically or traditionally-themed wreath, support small, local businesses and artisans at our Winter Market, enjoy the winter garden, and warm up in the Manor House. Mulled wine and hot apple cider will be available for sale.

The Garden Gift Shop will be fully stocked with a  great selection of botanically-themed gifts. Wreaths sell out quickly so arrive early for the best selection!

Members early entry at 9 am.  Both upper and lower parking lots will be open. Become a Member >>

Winter Market Vendors

  • Allana Nagy Ceramics: Handmade ceramic mugs, plates, ornaments, wall hangings, and jewelry
  • Alpine Woodsman: Cutting boards, charcuterie boards, cribbage boards, chess boards, rocking chairs.
  • KidLit and STEAM: Author and illustrator, Audrey Sauble, with nature & science-themed children’s books
  • Bridge City Blooms: Seasonal floral arrangements and centerpieces
  • Cindi Szeimies: Fused and stained glass works. Fused glass pieces and ornaments; usable platters, bowls and sushi sets.
  • Dandy Gal: Small abstract paintings on canvas and paper; ceramic earrings; ceramic sculptures and home goods (small vases, trinket dishes).
  • Girl Scout Troop 13013: Tie-dyed towels and napkins
  • The Leaf Thief: Eco-printed silk scarves
  • Linda Atlas: Handmade blank cards with Shizen paper, handmade jewelry, felt hand stitched ornaments.
  • Mirabri Ceramics: Ceramic artist with nature-based creations: large owl and various other sculptural animals, hangings and platters with sea life, vases.
  • Pond Hags Plants: Native plants
  • Sarah Liz Crabb Art Studio: Art with plant and insect themes, primarily stained glass and cyanotypes

Winter Solstice

10 AM to 4 PM
December 21st

Join us for the shortest day of the year, and a reflective celebration of the return of the light. Festivities will include an ice lantern scavenger hunt, complimentary tea and hot apple cider in the historic Manor House, children's story times in the Covered Arbor, a gratitude tree, and nature crafts. Free with admission. *Due to limited parking and the temporary closure of one of our parking lots, pre-registration is required.

Register for 10 AM - 12 PM entry time
Register for 1 PM - 3 PM entry time

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