ORANGE, Texas — "I'm dreaming of a white Chris...I mean, green Christmas!"
Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center is hosting it's free annual event, "Dreaming of a Green Christmas," is from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, December 16, 2023 with the arrival of Santa Claus and hands-on activities amongst the festive landscape.
"Just after Santa arrives, we have additional hands-on activities beginning at 10:30 a.m. Visitors will have an opportunity to create ornaments using natural materials. We look forward to spreading holiday cheer with eco-friendly crafts that visitors can take home to enjoy all season long. Throughout the day, there will also be multiple holiday themed photo-ops available for festive family photos," said Krantz.
"Dreaming of a Green Christmas" also takes place during Ugly Christmas Sweater Week at Shangri La Gardens and will last until 3 p.m.
"Visitors are encouraged to don their festive sweaters and show off their holiday spirit," Krantz said.
“We're thrilled to welcome families to celebrate the spirit of the season with us during this fun-filled day. Santa will make his grand appearance at Shangri La Gardens to take photos and bring Christmas cheer. Santa is busy preparing for Christmas, so be sure to stop by prior to his departure at 2 p.m. when he heads back to the North Pole," said Katie Krantz, associate director at Shangri La Gardens.
Shangri La is also holding their annual Community Food Drive during December, with all donations benefiting Orange Christian Services located at 2518 West Park in Orange.
Visitors are encouraged to bring non-perishable food items in support of the community.
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