# Candle Workshop at McCloud Nature Park

> Event for families in the Indianapolis–Carmel–Greenwood area (IN). Times are Eastern Time.

- When: Thu, Dec 10 · 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
- Where: McCloud Nature Park, 8518 Hughes Road, North Salem, IN 46165
- Ages: Recommended for ages 10 and up
- Price: FEE: $15/PERSON (1 CANDLE PER PERSON)
- Organizer: Hendricks County Parks & Recreation
- Official page: https://hendrickscountyparks.org/event/candle-workshop-3/
- Last checked: Tue, Oct 27

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## About

McCloud Nature Park's candle workshop has each participant pour a single-wick candle from materials the park supplies, and families can bring a container such as a teacup or jar to repurpose. Hot coffee is included in the fee. The workshop is recommended for ages 10 and up, runs about an hour, and costs $15 per person with advance registration. The December 2026 session starts at 4 p.m. on Thursday, December 10.

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