We will gather at the Budd Lake office and then transport to the Pax Amicus Theatre in Budd Lake to see A Christmas Story (details here: http://paxamicus.com/events.htm#xmas ). ANO will provide pretzels for snack @ intermission. The parking lot and access are a little tricky at this site, which is why we are trying to limit vehicles. $20.00 per ticket, pre-paid. The timing has been adjusted since earlier notice. Pick up is at 5pm back at the office.
Space is by wait list only.
When: 1:00 to 5:00 p.m.
Where: Pax Amicus Theatre, Budd Lake, NJ 07828

Please join us for a holiday party featuring DJ Marie (2:00 to 4:00 p.m.) for music, singing, games, and prizes. We will have a pot luck buffet (please bring something to share-savory or sweet; family favorite or snack) and a craft table. ANO will provide paper goods and beverages.
If you sign up online, please let us know which family members plan to attend and what you may bring.
For those on the Supports Plan, this event counts as a regular program of 3 hours.
We are also asking for a $10 contribution from each family to help bring DJ Marie’s magic back again.
When: 2:00 to 5:00 p.m.
Where: Christ Episcopal Church, Community Room, 369 Sand Shore Rd., Budd Lake, NJ 07828

It's back again! Our family gingerbread house building is is a combined ANO and PNO event; everyone will have a chance to create a “gingerbread” candy-covered house. Children under 14 should bring a parent-helper; older teens who enjoy sitting and crafting may come alone—we will have enough supplies for one house per family. We will supply extra drinks—warm and cold cider; please bring a snack.
Please bring $5 for craft supplies.
When: 2:00 to 5:00 p.m.
Where: Skylands Unitarian Universalist Church, 1811 Rte. 57 (near the Mansfield Walmart), Hackettstown, NJ 07840

Join us for dinner at Panera. We will then walk downstairs for a G- or PG-rated movie. We will provide a movie snack. When I confirm your registration, I will inform you of the movie choice and confirm the beginning and ending times of this event.
Please note: This activity is for our Sussex County participants.
Please bring $25 cash to purchase dinner at Panera and your movie ticket.
When: TBA (approx. 6:00 to 9:00 p.m.)
Where: Panera Bread and Sparta Theatre, 25 Centre St., Sparta, NJ 07870

Join us for a relaxing Sunday afternoon for our monthly series of Arts in the Afternoon. Today, we will have a session of gentle stretching with Chrissy Nied, our in-house certified yoga teacher—wear stretchy pants. We are also planning some holiday crafting. We will also listen to music, enjoy conversation, play board games, and take an afternoon walk. Feel free to bring a CD or game to share.
Please eat lunch before you come and bring a snack and drink.
Please bring $5 for craft supplies.
When: 1:00 to 5:00 p.m.
Where: Center for Healthier Living, Medical Arts Bldg., 108 Bilby Rd., Ste. 101, Hackettstown, NJ 07840

We resume our monthly cooking series with Viveca, a culinary vocational instructor with The Rose House. Participants will prepare dinner and then eat together.
Transportation will be available at 3:00 p.m. from the Budd Lake office, or you can meet us at the PAL Building in Parsippany.
Please alert Jennifer of any food allergies or sensitivities or kitchen concerns. You may bring an apron if you wish.
Please bring $25 cash or check to pay for cooking class fees,
When: 4:00 to 7:00 p.m.
Where: Police Athletic League Building, 33 Baldwin Rd., Parsippany, NJ 07054