Page 4 THE VILLADOM TIMES II • December 4, 2013 Glen Rock Wreath makers gather at Thielke Arboretum With the sound of Christmas music in the background, hot coffee in the urns, and the smell of pine in the room, the Thielke Arboretum of Glen Rock hosted a holiday wreath making workshop at Fellowship Hall donated by the Glen Rock Community Church on Saturday, Nov. 23. Participants spent a beautiful day connecting with nature, each other, and their inherent creative talents. The fashioned their creations from laurel, cypress, holly, bows, Above: Carol Theilke and her family. At left: A wreath maker gets some tips. Below: One of the wreaths made at this year’s event. beads, ornaments, cones, and assorted decorations. A floral design expert and Bergen County Master Gardener volun- teers were available to assist participants as they created their one-of-a-kind wreaths. Several wreaths made that day were donated to the Glen Rock Community Church in the spirit of the season. All proceeds from the event were tagged for the Envi- ronmental Education Center Building Fund for the Thielke/ Glen Rock Arboretum. To learn more about the Thielke Arboretum, support this non-profit treasure, become a member, or volunteer, visit www.glenrockarboretum.org.