# Winter Solstice Celebration – Afternoon Session

> Event for families in the New York–Newark–Jersey City area (NY / NJ). Times are Eastern Time.

- When: Mon, Dec 21 · 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
- Where: Reeves-Reed Arboretum, 165 Hobart Ave, Summit, NJ 07901
- Ages: for children ages 5-10
- Price: $20 member / $30 non-member per child
- Organizer: Reeves-Reed Arboretum
- Official page: https://reeves-reed.givecloud.co/product/Winter-Sols-Celeb-Child-Afternoon-Dec-21-2026/winter-solstice-celebration-afternoon
- Last checked: Mon, Nov 9

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## About

Children learn about the solstice through a story and make fragrant orange pomanders. The celebration includes an outdoor solstice spiral walk.

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