Grand Illumination

5:30 PM – Welcome & Warm Cocoa Begin at the Visitor Center with hot cocoa and friendly faces. The bookstore and gift shop will be open. Follow the lighted pathway to the Labyrinth stairs. _________________________________________________

5:40 PM – Labyrinth Walk Gather on the labyrinth lawn for a guided labyrinth walk. Receive an electric votive candle as a symbol of your inner light. _________________________________________________

6:00 PM – Remarks from A.R.E. Leadership As the walk concludes, enjoy brief words of welcome and gratitude from A.R.E. leaders and community partners. _________________________________________________

6:10–7:00 PM – Live Blues Trio Relax to the sounds of our Blues Trio on the Labyrinth Patio. Lights shimmer as guests mingle with cocoa and cookies from the Hospital Building above. _________________________________________________

5:40–7:15 PM – Cookies & Cocoa Reception (Hospital Building) Stop in for warm refreshments overlooking the glowing labyrinth. 5:30–7:20 PM – Visitor Center Open House The Visitor Center remains open with cocoa service, seasonal gift shop specials, and a warm space to gather. _________________________________________________

7:15 PM – Finale & Reflection Our Jazz Trio offers a closing song of peace and gratitude. The lights will remain on briefly for final moments of reflection. _________________________________________________

7:30 PM – Closing Blessing & Farewell Receive a final blessing as we part—carrying our shared light into the holiday season.

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Accessibility Note If you have mobility concerns or are using a stroller, we recommend arriving early and using the parking lot behind the Hospital Building for easiest access to both the building and the Labyrinth. Parking General Parking: Visitor Center Handicapped Parking: Hospital Lot