Cocoa, Candy Canes, and Crafts It's not too early in the season to start making your own ornaments! Put a unique, nature-themed spin on this year's handmade project by using materials collected from right outside. Tunes, treats, and a warm drink will be provided. Registration and payment required by December 6.

Cookies with Santa Skip the crowds and craziness and visit Santa at the park. Decorate a cookie, write a letter to Santa, and enjoy a holiday story by Mrs. Claus. Registration required by December 5.

Searching in a Winter Wonderland Elves have hidden ornaments around the the St. Joseph County Parks, and they want you to find them! Every Thursday in December, Elves will post a photo to www.facebook.com/sjcparks/ giving a clue to the hiding place of each ornament. Play their game, find the ornaments, snap a picture, and submit the photo to be entered in a drawing for park prizes.