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<p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">The presents might all be opened and the egg nog might be gone, but that doesn’t mean it’s time to undeck the halls quite yet! Whether you’re looking for a relaxing way to extend
the spirit of the season or wondering just what to do with the out-of-towners in your guest room, visiting Riversdale during our 1812 Winter Evening is the perfect choice! On Friday, December 28, from 6-9 pm , we welcome you to the museum for an evening of
sights, sounds, and scents 19<sup>th</sup>-century style! Chat with the visiting troops and listen to the spirited music of the Ship’s Company Chanteymen as you tour the decorated and candlelit home, make a pomander and other children’s crafts, and enjoy hot
cider and refreshments. Martha Washington’s Great Cake will be making an appearance, as well!<br>
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The cost is $5 for adults and FREE for children 12 & under accompanied by an adult. Come on by at your leisure; no reservations necessary! If you have any questions, please call the office at 301.864.0420.
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The staff and volunteers of Riversdale wish you and your families a peaceful end to 2012 and a happy and healthy 2013! We’ll see you soon!<br>
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<b><span style="font-size:10.5pt;color:olive">Samantha Ferris</span></b><span style="font-size:10.5pt;color:#1F497D">
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</span><span style="font-size:10.5pt;color:olive">Education Coordinator</span><span style="font-size:10.5pt;color:#1F497D">
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</span><span style="font-size:10.5pt;color:olive">Riversdale House Museum</span><span style="font-size:10.5pt;color:#1F497D"><br>
</span><span style="font-size:10.5pt;color:olive">4811 Riverdale Road, Riverdale Park, MD 20737</span><span style="font-size:10.5pt;color:#1F497D">
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</span><span style="font-size:10.5pt;color:olive">Department of Parks and Recreation</span><span style="font-size:10.5pt;color:#1F497D">
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</span><span style="font-size:10.5pt;color:olive">The Maryland-National Capital Park & Planning Commission</span><span style="font-size:10.5pt;color:#1F497D">
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</span><a href="mailto:Samantha.Ferris@pgparks.com"><span style="font-size:10.5pt">Samantha.Ferris@pgparks.com</span></a><span style="font-size:10.5pt;color:olive"> /
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</span><span style="font-size:10.5pt;color:olive">301.864.0420 / fax 301.927.3498<br>
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