Week of Events
Cream Tea
11:30 am, 12:00 pm, and 1:00 pm You are invited to enjoy an enchanting Cream Tea in Wisner House overlooking the Arboretum’s beautiful grounds! Upon arrival, you will be offered a menu of fine teas and infusions. Your choice of tea will be brewed to perfection. Once everyone is settled in, the tiers will arrive…
Cream Tea
11:30 am, 12:00 pm, and 1:00 pm You are invited to enjoy an enchanting Cream Tea in Wisner House overlooking the Arboretum’s beautiful grounds! Upon arrival, you will be offered a menu of fine teas and infusions. Your choice of tea will be brewed to perfection. Once everyone is settled in, the tiers will arrive…
Sunday, November 29, 2026
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November 29, 2026 -Story Time/ Music and Movement
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November 29, 2026 -Music & Movement
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November 29, 2026 -Forest Bathing Mini-Retreat
Story Time/ Music and Movement
Story time- Spark children's imagination and nurture their love for reading through monthly themed picture books and read-aloud- Every Day at 10 am and 4 pm Music and Movement- Interactive class featuring puppets, musical instruments, and props. -Every day at 11am and 3 pm
Forest Bathing Mini-Retreat
(for adults) As the Thanksgiving holiday comes to a close, take a little time for yourself to slow down, reconnect with nature, and reflect on the things you are grateful for. Forest Bathing, also known as Nature and Forest Therapy, is a slow, meditative walk in nature that encourages us to engage our senses and…
Monday, November 30, 2026
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November 30, 2026 -Story Time/ Music and Movement
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November 30, 2026 -Music & Movement
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November 30, 2026 -Museum Minis
Story Time/ Music and Movement
Story time- Spark children's imagination and nurture their love for reading through monthly themed picture books and read-aloud- Every Day at 10 am and 4 pm Music and Movement- Interactive class featuring puppets, musical instruments, and props. -Every day at 11am and 3 pm
Tuesday, December 1, 2026
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December 1, 2026 -Soil Stories
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December 1, 2026 -Kids Art Classes at the Museum
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December 1, 2026 -Storytime at Barnes & Noble
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December 1, 2026 -Story Time/ Music and Movement
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December 1, 2026 -Sauté, Sizzle, Savor: Winter Cooking & Eating
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December 1, 2026 -Music & Movement
Soil Stories
A self-guided cozy nook in the greenhouse with curated books, games, and artmaking for quiet moments to enjoy with plants.
Kids Art Classes at the Museum
Join us two days a week from 10 am – 12pm for fun art-making in the Museum walkway! Recommended for ages 2-5. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Art materials are provided. Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis. A $5 suggested donation is appreciated. Ms. Lisa is excited to create some…
Storytime at Barnes & Noble
Join us for Storytime every Tuesday and Thursday at 10 a.m. Watch your kids as they embark on an exciting adventure with our Storytime expert. We will introduce your little one to some of your childhood favorites, as well as read some you may have never heard before!
Story Time/ Music and Movement
Story time- Spark children's imagination and nurture their love for reading through monthly themed picture books and read-aloud- Every Day at 10 am and 4 pm Music and Movement- Interactive class featuring puppets, musical instruments, and props. -Every day at 11am and 3 pm
Sauté, Sizzle, Savor: Winter Cooking & Eating
Gather around the table for collectively-crafted meals and food stories.
Wednesday, December 2, 2026
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December 2, 2026 -Story Time/ Music and Movement
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December 2, 2026 -Music & Movement
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December 2, 2026 -Museum Minis
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December 2, 2026 -Museum Minis
Story Time/ Music and Movement
Story time- Spark children's imagination and nurture their love for reading through monthly themed picture books and read-aloud- Every Day at 10 am and 4 pm Music and Movement- Interactive class featuring puppets, musical instruments, and props. -Every day at 11am and 3 pm
Museum Minis
Music, movement, stories, play, and fun! A special program for our youngest visitors, held every Wednesday in Toddler Beach. Limited to 12 guests (plus 1 caregiver). Ages 6 months - 30 months Free with Museum admission, first come first served. Sign up at admission desk.
Thursday, December 3, 2026
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December 3, 2026 -Kids Art Classes at the Museum
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December 3, 2026 -Storytime at Barnes & Noble
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December 3, 2026 -Story Time/ Music and Movement
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December 3, 2026 -Music & Movement
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December 3, 2026 -Free First Thursdays
Kids Art Classes at the Museum
Join us two days a week from 10 am – 12pm for fun art-making in the Museum walkway! Recommended for ages 2-5. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Art materials are provided. Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis. A $5 suggested donation is appreciated. Ms. Lisa is excited to create some…
Storytime at Barnes & Noble
Join us for Storytime every Tuesday and Thursday at 10 a.m. Watch your kids as they embark on an exciting adventure with our Storytime expert. We will introduce your little one to some of your childhood favorites, as well as read some you may have never heard before!
Story Time/ Music and Movement
Story time- Spark children's imagination and nurture their love for reading through monthly themed picture books and read-aloud- Every Day at 10 am and 4 pm Music and Movement- Interactive class featuring puppets, musical instruments, and props. -Every day at 11am and 3 pm
Free First Thursdays
MAM comes to life in this popular after-hours program. Join us for themed evenings with music, live performances, artmaking, tours, and more.
Friday, December 4, 2026
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December 4, 2026 -Holiday Splendor: Tour Historic Skylands and Ringwood Manor – SOLD OUT
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December 4, 2026 -Friday Storytime at the Museum
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December 4, 2026 -Story Time/ Music and Movement
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December 4, 2026 -Music & Movement
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December 4, 2026 -Holiday Wreath Workshop
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December 4, 2026 -Museum Minis
Holiday Splendor: Tour Historic Skylands and Ringwood Manor – SOLD OUT
(adults) Kick off the holiday season with a festive day of historic homes, holiday markets, and seasonal cheer! Join Reeves-Reed Arboretum for a holiday day trip featuring two beautiful historic properties, each with its own unique character and traditions. Begin at Skylands Manor at the New Jersey Botanical Garden, a stunning Tudor Revival mansion, where…
Friday Storytime at the Museum
Museum staff and other guest readers share stories, rhymes and sing-alongs with children ages 2 to 5 years and their caregivers every Friday at 10:00 am. A $5 suggested donation is appreciated. Launched in 2005 by librarian and former Museum Trustee Penny Metsch, the program is open to all on a first-come, first-served basis, and…
Story Time/ Music and Movement
Story time- Spark children's imagination and nurture their love for reading through monthly themed picture books and read-aloud- Every Day at 10 am and 4 pm Music and Movement- Interactive class featuring puppets, musical instruments, and props. -Every day at 11am and 3 pm
Holiday Wreath Workshop
(adults) Get into the holiday spirit with our final workshop of the year! Create your own lush wreath and festive holiday centerpiece to add the perfect seasonal touch to your home. We’ll work with a beautiful variety of fresh holiday greens and long-lasting natural elements, including pine and evergreen varieties, brunia, pinecones, and dried orange…
Saturday, December 5, 2026
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December 5, 2026 -Story Time/ Music and Movement
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December 5, 2026 -Sponsor & Decorate a Tree for our Holiday Open House!
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December 5, 2026 -Story Hour at Sugar Hill Museum
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December 5, 2026 -Music & Movement
Story Time/ Music and Movement
Story time- Spark children's imagination and nurture their love for reading through monthly themed picture books and read-aloud- Every Day at 10 am and 4 pm Music and Movement- Interactive class featuring puppets, musical instruments, and props. -Every day at 11am and 3 pm
Sponsor & Decorate a Tree for our Holiday Open House!
(children & adults) Calling local businesses, organizations, families, schools, and scout groups! Sponsor a tree, bring your creativity, and help us fill Reeves-Reed Arboretum with holiday cheer! Decorated trees will be featured at our Holiday Open House, where visitors can vote for their favorites. On Sunday, December 6, 2026, we will be holding our annual…