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A roundup of local holiday events.
14th Annual Holiday Lights in Bloom at Orange County Arboretum: Enjoy holiday light displays throughout the arboretum Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays until Dec. 18. No pets. There will be no holiday boutique this year due to fire. Location: Thomas Bull Memorial Park, 211 NY-416, Montgomery, N.Y.
Peace, Love, & Lights at Bethel Woods: Drive through a world lit up at the historical location of 1969’s Woodstock. One ticket per car. Tickets are available online. Address: 200 Hurd Rd. Bethel, N.Y.
Watts Christmas Wonderland: Drive through magical Christmas lights and inflatable displays. The Wonderland is open from 6-9 p.m. now through Dec. 30. Cost is $5 per vehicle, cash only. Location: Scotchtown Rd., Goshen N.Y.
Christmas on the Farm with Eggbert: Shop the local holiday market and farm and then visit Eggbert from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. now through Dec. 23. Tickets are $15. Location: Devitt’s Nursery and Supply: 56 Devitt Cir, New Windsor, N.Y.
Skylands Stadium Light Show and Christmas Village: Drive through a one-mile holiday light show at Skylands Stadium featuring over two million lights. Then, enjoy seasonal foods and stroll through through the Christmas Village, featuring a ferris wheel, beer garden, ice rink, and more. Pricing starts at $29 per car. Location: Skylands Stadium, 94 Championship Place, Augusta, N.J.
Victorian Christmas at Ringwood Manor: Tours of the Ringwood Manor House will be held Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. until Dec. 18. Admission is $10 for adults, $8 for seniors and $5 for children 5-12 years of age. Location: 1304 Sloatsburg Rd, Ringwood, N.J.
Friday, Dec. 16
Orange County Holiday Lights Tour: A holiday lights tour including caroling, a live nativity, hot cocoa, and a free boxed meal. Pick up is at 4 p.m. and return is at 8 p.m. RSVP to Kathy Barnett at 845-615-3713 as limited seating is available.
Tree lighting at Smith Clove Park in Monroe: Visit Santa and the Grinch which enjoying hot chocolate, live music, carolers, crafts for kids and holiday trees under the tent from 6pm - 7pm. Location: Smith Clove Park, 133 Spring St. Monroe, N.Y.
Sunday, Dec. 18
Grand Helicopter Gelt Drop and Menorah Lighting: Join Chabad Center for Jewish Life at 4 p.m. for Chanukah Festivities traditional treats, refreshments and crafts. Location: Chabad Center for Jewish Life, 94 Gilbert St. Monroe, N.Y.
Monday, Dec. 19
Central Valley Menorah Lighting: The outdoor lighting of the Menorah kicks off at 5:30 p.m., with an indoor reception to follow. Address: Hudson Ice Cream, 250 NY-32, Central Valley, N.Y.
Tuesday, Dec. 20
Chester Menorah Lighting: Join Chabad of Orange County for a Menorah Lighting, latkes, donuts and dreidels outside Chester Town Hall at 5 p.m. Location: Chester Town Hall, 1786 Kings Hwy. Chester, N.Y. 10918