{"id":83635,"date":"2020-12-02T16:00:09","date_gmt":"2020-12-02T21:00:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aroundfortwayne.com\/news\/?p=83635"},"modified":"2020-12-24T13:52:25","modified_gmt":"2020-12-24T18:52:25","slug":"events-at-the-botanical-conservatory-december-2020","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/aroundfortwayne.com\/news\/2020\/12\/02\/events-at-the-botanical-conservatory-december-2020\/","title":{"rendered":"Events at the Botanical Conservatory &#8211; December 2020"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/aroundfortwayne.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/DID_logo.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-72862\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aroundfortwayne.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/DID_logo.jpg 800w, https:\/\/aroundfortwayne.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/DID_logo-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/aroundfortwayne.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/DID_logo-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/aroundfortwayne.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/DID_logo-768x768.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation news release:<\/p>\n<blockquote><p><strong>What\u2019s Happening at the Botanical Conservatory December 2020<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<p>(November 30, 2020) \u2013 The following events and programs are happening in December at the Foellinger-Freimann Botanical Conservatory, 1100 S. Calhoun St.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Reindeer Saturday<\/strong><br \/>\nSaturdays before Christmas, 12:00-4:00 p.m.<br \/>\n<em>December 5, 12, &#038; 19<\/em><br \/>\nStop by the Botanical Conservatory every December Saturday before Christmas from 12 \u2013 4 p.m. to meet Santa\u2019s Reindeer. Visit with holiday-dressed Icelandic reindeer who know all about the colder winter weather. Guests can interact with them up-close and learn how these amazing animals live in their natural environment. The Animal-Grams \u201cReindeer Experts\u201d will answer reindeer questions, and photos are welcome as part of this up-close experience with real live reindeer. Please dress for the weather. Regular admission fees apply. Visit www.botanicalconservatory.org for more information.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Christmas Caroling<\/strong><br \/>\n<em>Thursday, December 10, 5:15-6:15 p.m<\/em>.<br \/>\nShare in the joy of the season with a holiday performance by the Fort Wayne Children\u2019s Choir! This lyrical performing ensemble will be caroling outdoors at the Botanical Conservatory just as the beautifully illuminated gardens become bright after sunset. No reservations required. Regular admission fees apply. For more information, call (260) 427-6440.<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u201cOh? Christmas Tree!\u201d Holiday Exhibit<\/strong><br \/>\n<em>Open through January 3, Public hours<\/em><br \/>\nThis holiday season, enter Fort Wayne\u2019s Botanical Conservatory to discover a grand array of Christmas \u201ctrees.\u201d From the Polish upside-down tree to the Caribbean charamico, from the log used in the Catalonian ti\u00f3 de nadal to the Italian ceppo shelf, there is a world of holiday tradition associated directly or loosely with the tree. Enjoy this glimpse into some of the more unfamiliar Christmas traditions and symbolism from around the globe and stroll through the Atrium, Garden Gallery, Showcase Garden, and beyond. The Conservatory\u2019s own colorful, 12\u2019 tall poinsettia \u201ctree,\u201d in a sea of color and beauty, is one of this city\u2019s annual \u201ctree\u201d traditions. Join us for this salute to holiday history and celebration. Sponsored by Majic 95.1 WAJI, PBS39 and the Auer Foundation.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Garden in Lights<\/strong><br \/>\n<em>Open through January 3, Public hours<\/em><br \/>\nThe Conservatory gardens are all decked out for the season! Take in the \u201cOh? Christmas Tree!\u201d holiday exhibit indoors then wander through the illuminated outdoor gardens.  Enjoy stunning poinsettias and discover numerous opportunities to pause for a lighted photo. Also, stop in to the Conservatory Shop where unique gifts are available for purchase. All this and more will be offered as ideal guest entertainment during our extended evening hours. Regular admission fees apply. Sponsored by Majic 95.1 WAJI and PBS39.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Christmas Trees Around the World<\/strong><br \/>\n<em>Wednesdays, 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. December 9, 16<\/em><br \/>\nCelebrate a world of holiday tradition and symbolism associated with the evergreen tree. Each day explores a different culture and its characteristic holiday festivities as emphasized in the 2020 holiday exhibit, \u201cOh? Christmas Tree!\u201d  This is a unique educational opportunity to drop in and learn all about different trees, plants and even non-plant related materials different cultures from around the world call their \u201cChristmas Tree.\u201d Small groups welcome! Included with regular Conservatory admission. For more information, call 427-6440.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Winter Fun Times<\/strong><br \/>\n<em>Registrations open now<\/em><br \/>\nFort Wayne Parks and Recreation programs are available for registration now at FortWayneParks.org. 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