
Come join us on an adventure back in time to discover how some of our most treasured holiday traditions were created — and why they are still celebrated today. Each class we will explore a different tradition and bring it to life through baking, crafting, storytelling, and hands-on activities. These classes are fun-filled, creative, and perfect for the holiday season!
We will be caroling at a nursing home the last week of the holiday classes.
December 9 — Frosty the Snowman: Winter Magic & Imagination
We will explore the origin of Frosty the Snowman and how a simple snow figure became a symbol of winter fun and imagination.
Activity: Bake Frosty Melting Cookie Snowman & Truffles snowman STEM Challenge
December 10 — The Christmas Wreath: Symbolism & Meaning
Learn the history behind holiday wreaths and what their circular shape has symbolized across cultures for centuries.
Activity: Make a Wreath Pretzel treat and cheesecake pie
December 11 — Gingerbread & Medieval European Spices
Travel back to medieval Europe to uncover why spices like ginger and cinnamon were rare treasures — and how gingerbread became a holiday staple.
Activity: Bake and decorate your own Gingerbread Men build a gingerbread house
December 16 — Christmas Lights & Caroling Traditions
Discover how candles and lights became symbols of hope during the darkest time of year, and learn about the origins of joyful caroling.
Activity: baking cinnamon roll Christmas trees decorating with frosting and light
December 17 — The Ancient Yule Log Tradition and Mistletoes
Explore the roots of the Yule log, a winter celebration symbol of warmth, protection, and good fortune.
Activity: Make a Mini Edible Yule Log Cake (potato candy roll)
December 18 — The History of the Snow Globe
Learn how snow globes were invented and how they became timeless winter keepsakes.
Activity: Create your own Holiday Snow Globe sugar cookie scene.
December 9, 10, 11, 16, 17, 18, 2025 | 11:30-1ish pm can run a bit depending on activity