Cookie Decorating with Mrs. Claus
Step into a sweet winter wonderland and join Mrs. Claus for a cozy, hands-on cookie decorating workshop perfect for kids and families! Decorate festive holiday cookies with colorful icing, sprinkles, and cheerful toppings—plus enjoy holiday crafts, festive music, and a warm hello from the North Pole’s favorite hostess. Workshop Includes:… Read More
Winter Cookie Decorating Workshop
Join us for a cozy winter adventure where stories and sweets come together! We’ll start with a winter-themed story that explores the magic of the season—snowflakes, animals in hibernation, and how nature changes in the cold. Then, kids will decorate cookies inspired by what they’ve learned, using icing and sprinkles… Read More
Sensory-Friendly Photos with Santa
Join us for Sensory-Friendly Photos with Santa at Stevens-Coolidge! Enjoy the beauty of December at Stevens-Coolidge by meeting Santa Claus, having your photo taken with him, and exploring our wintery grounds with fun holiday-inspired activities. During this program, we’ll have a photographer on hand with experience working with neurodivergent children. Read More
CraneExplorer: Coastal Holiday Crafts
This holiday season, give a gift from the sea! Beach treasures make beautiful holiday ornaments, jewelry, and keepsakes. Join this workshop to take a beach walk to collect coastal treasures and then make some coastal crafts with our educators. Bring your own shells and beach treasures and we will provide… Read More
Gingerbread & Cocktails: An Appleton Culinary Workshop (21+)
Why do kids get to have all the holiday fun? Join us for a grown-up day of gingerbread and cocktails as our culinary team leads you through constructing and decorating festive gingerbread houses. The perfect way to celebrate the winter and holiday season! The only requirements are imagination, patience and… Read More
The Five Days of Makers at Appleton Farms
Spend a week immersed in creativity and craft at Appleton Farms! Our Five Days of Makers event brings together local artisans and craftspeople for a celebration of artistry and tradition. Each day during the week of December 9th-13th we will host and feature a local artisan between 2-6pm. Visit our… Read More
Christmas at the Manse
Step back in time and embark on a journey through a breathtaking colonial home, beautifully transformed for the holiday season! Uncover the enchanting tales woven into its rich history during this captivating tour. Immerse yourself in the magic of Christmas as you discover how New Englanders crafted new traditions and… Read More