It’s a most joyous time of the year at Rutherfurd Hall as the historic mansion gets decked head to toe with Christmas decorations.

Bring in the holiday season with photo opportunities with Santa, holiday crafts and more at its annual Celebration of the Holidays on Saturday, Dec. 7, 12-3 p.m.

It will be an enchanting experience as caroling fills the halls from local Girl Scouts and music selections from a classical string ensemble. This free event is family friendly. Refreshments will be available for sale. Activities include holiday crafts and face painting, plus bring a camera for family photos with the big guy in the beard himself.

On Sunday, Dec. 8, Rutherfurd will host a Holiday A Cappella Concert, from 1-2:30 p.m. Another free, family-friendly event, the concert will feature several great, talented high school groups as they present holiday favorites. The event is sponsored by the Friends of Rutherfurd Hall.

Donations will be happily accepted for either event. For more information, please contact Rutherfurd Hall at (908)852-1894 ext. 338 or visit www.rutherfurdhall.org.