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The Vander Ende-Onderdonk House
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St. Nicholas Visits
The Onderdonk House

Sunday, December 9, 2007
From 1-4 pm

Adults: $3.00 donation
Children: Free

 


The Greater Ridgewood Historical Society celebrates the traditional Dutch holiday with a visit from St. Nicholas to the Onderdonk House.

Come to learn about the legend, enjoy some holiday treats and sweets, and hear traditional music of the season. A holiday craft is also available for children.

 

Click to download a printable flyer.


This program is supported in part by the NYC Department of
Cultural Affairs and by members of the Society.

 

 

The Greater Ridgewood Historical Society hosted the Girl Scouts and their
families from St. Matthias Church at the Onderdonk House to help trim the
Christmas Tree and decorate for St. Nicholas.


 
Eat, Drink and Be Merry:

Dutch Tavern Life in the 17th Century
Saturday, November 17, 2007
from 4-8 pm

featuring

  • Presentation by art historian Stan Parchin
  • Live period music by Courante led by recorder soloist Arthur Kirmss
  • Traditional tavern treats prepared by food historian Diane Fish
  • Refreshments
  • Games
  • Costumed revelers and more

Admission $25.00 per person, reservations required

This program is supported by public service grants from NYC Department of Cultural Affairs, secured by the NYC Council, by Catherine Nolan, NYS Assembly, Serphin Maltese, NYS Senate, Brooklyn Brewery and by members of the Society

 

Click for 5 Dutch Days Press Release.

Click for 5 Dutch Days 2007 Calendar.

 


 

At Play in Nieuw Amsterdam
 
Sunday
November 18, 2007
From 12-4 P.M.
Rain or Shine

The Greater Ridgewood Historical Society invites you to a 5 Dutch Days living history event for children and their families: At Play in Nieuw Amsterdam. Join time traveler Harold Kovarik for a visit to the past, crafts and light refreshments. Admission is $3.00 for adults; children under 12 are free. Click for press release link or flyer download.
 
This event is funded in part from public service grants from the Department of Cultural Affairs, City of New York, and by members of the Society.