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Saturday Dec. 6, 2025

Hands On History Instagram Post

1 – 4 pm

Hands-on History: Junkanoo Puppets

Ages: 5 and up
Art
Caribbean

King Manor MuseumJamaica

6 – 8 pm

Holiday Tree Lighting & Toy Distribution in Woodside!

Ages: 8 and under
Christmas
Free

Sohncke SquareWoodside

Saturday Dec. 13

1 – 4 pm

Hands on History: Children’s Magic Lantern Show

Ages: 12 and under
Christmas
Free

King Manor MuseumJamaica

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