Winter Solstice Celebration | Buttonwood Nature Center, Waynesboro
Saturday December 21st, 2024 * 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
FREE and open to the public!
Buttonwood Nature Center is hosting its fourth annual Winter Solstice Celebration at Red Run Park, Waynesboro.
The winter solstice is the longest night—or shortest day—of the year, and typically falls around December 21 in the Northern Hemisphere.
After the solstice, the days get gradually longer.
Since ancient times, people all over the world have recognized this astronomical occurrence and celebrated the “return of the sun” in a variety of ways.
“Again this year, we are having our celebration on the very day of the solstice, December 21st, so we can all experience ‘the shortest day’ together,” said Jessica Watson, Buttonwood assistant director and event organizer.
The solstice event is a family-friendly celebration of the season.
Check back for more information on entertainment, food, and more.
Other activities for kids include making garlands of popcorn, berries and edible ornaments for animals, and a winter-related craft.
Fire pit stations and free hot chocolate will provide warmth.
Members of the Tri-State Astronomers club will be on hand with telescopes to view the celestial features of the winter sky.
Vendors include The Boro Baking Co., offering cookies and holiday snacks for purchase, and local artist, Christine Lehman and more will be added soon.
The entire event is outdoors, so dress accordingly.
