{"id":16359,"date":"2024-11-08T20:40:18","date_gmt":"2024-11-09T01:40:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tourismebrome-missisquoi.ca\/?p=16359"},"modified":"2024-11-08T20:40:18","modified_gmt":"2024-11-09T01:40:18","slug":"what-to-do-as-a-family-in-december-in-eastern-townships","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tourismebrome-missisquoi.ca\/en\/blogue\/what-to-do-as-a-family-in-december-in-eastern-townships\/","title":{"rendered":"What to Do as a Family in December in Eastern Townships"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Winter is slowly settling in throughout our region with its magical ambiance and all kinds of delightful activities! Brome-Missisquoi promises to offer you some precious family time for creating beautiful memories during the Holiday Season. Put on your warmest clothes and let us guide you towards these little treasures that contribute to the charm of our region this time of year!<\/p>\n<h2>HEAD OUT IN SEARCH OF THE MOST BEAUTIFUL CHRISTMAS TREE<\/h2>\n<p>The Holiday Season often gets under way with a wonderful family tradition: finding the perfect Christmas tree! In our magnificent Brome-Missisquoi region, three plantations invite you to come and experience a truly memorable outing. Saw in hand and cheeks all rosy from the cold, set out on an adventure as you explore the enchanting settings where YOUR Christmas tree may be hiding&#8230;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-16270 size-large aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/tourismebrome-missisquoi.ca\/app\/uploads\/2024\/10\/sapin-mathieu-lachapelle-1024x255.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"255\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tourismebrome-missisquoi.ca\/app\/uploads\/2024\/10\/sapin-mathieu-lachapelle-1024x255.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/tourismebrome-missisquoi.ca\/app\/uploads\/2024\/10\/sapin-mathieu-lachapelle-300x75.jpg 300w, https:\/\/tourismebrome-missisquoi.ca\/app\/uploads\/2024\/10\/sapin-mathieu-lachapelle-768x191.jpg 768w, https:\/\/tourismebrome-missisquoi.ca\/app\/uploads\/2024\/10\/sapin-mathieu-lachapelle-800x199.jpg 800w, https:\/\/tourismebrome-missisquoi.ca\/app\/uploads\/2024\/10\/sapin-mathieu-lachapelle-1000x249.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/tourismebrome-missisquoi.ca\/app\/uploads\/2024\/10\/sapin-mathieu-lachapelle-500x125.jpg 500w, https:\/\/tourismebrome-missisquoi.ca\/app\/uploads\/2024\/10\/sapin-mathieu-lachapelle.jpg 1204w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>Plantation des Fronti\u00e8res<\/h3>\n<p>Head to Saint-Armand for a totally festive experience! Starting around the end of November, this charming plantation invites you to find the rare gem you\u2019re looking for among their vast fir tree selection. And that little extra something different from anywhere else? Their lovely Christmas boutique, open year-round. Here you\u2019ll find a myriad of items to brighten up your Holiday decor: unique ornaments, magnificent natural wreaths and fragrant branches. Visit their website for their schedule and for planning your outing !<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.plantationdesfrontieres.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Plantation des Fronti\u00e8res<\/a> |295 Chemin des \u00c9rables, Saint-Armand<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Plantation Bernier<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Nestled in the picturesque countryside of Lake Brome, this family-run plantation welcomes you every day starting in mid-November. Whether you feel adventurous, hoping to cut your own tree, or you\u2019re in a hurry to adopt a tree that\u2019s already been cut, you\u2019ll find what you\u2019re looking for thanks to their impressive tree selection, ranging from 5 to 20 feet! Good to know: they accept cash and debit card payments.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.plantationbernier.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Plantation Bernier<\/a> | 297 Chemin Brome, Lac-Brome<\/p>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3 class=\"title mb-3\">Plantation Robert E. Enos<\/h3>\n<p>Located in the Saint-Ignace-de-Stanbridge countryside, this plantation promises you a delightful experience from late November to mid-December. You won\u2019t need to worry about equipment, everything is supplied on site, from saws to packaging your tree for a hassle-free transportation. With balsam fir trees ranging in height from 3 to 45 feet, this is a prime venue for those who think big when it comes to the Holiday Season!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.enoschristmastrees.com\/index.html#\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Plantation Robert E. Enos<\/a> | 1790 1er Rang N., Saint-Ignace-de-Stanbridge<\/p>\n<h2>VISIT AN ALPACA FARM<\/h2>\n<p>Immerse yourself in delightful warmth by visiting one of the region\u2019s two alpaca farms. Your children\u2019s hearts will be won over, and we\u2019re sure yours as well! The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.alpagassutton.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Alpaga Sutton farm<\/a> staff is delighted to invite you on weekends, and a warm welcome awaits visitors at the <a href=\"https:\/\/alpagas-dna.ca\/en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Domaine des Nobles Alpagas<\/a> in the town of Lake Brome from Wednesdays to Sundays. At both farms, the devoted teams will share their knowledge as well as their passion for this exceptional breed! While you\u2019re there, drop by their boutiques, where you\u2019ll find a great variety of products made with this endearing animal\u2019s soft wool.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-16272 size-large aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/tourismebrome-missisquoi.ca\/app\/uploads\/2024\/10\/alpagas-1024x289.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"289\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tourismebrome-missisquoi.ca\/app\/uploads\/2024\/10\/alpagas-1024x289.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/tourismebrome-missisquoi.ca\/app\/uploads\/2024\/10\/alpagas-300x85.jpg 300w, https:\/\/tourismebrome-missisquoi.ca\/app\/uploads\/2024\/10\/alpagas-768x217.jpg 768w, https:\/\/tourismebrome-missisquoi.ca\/app\/uploads\/2024\/10\/alpagas-800x226.jpg 800w, https:\/\/tourismebrome-missisquoi.ca\/app\/uploads\/2024\/10\/alpagas-1000x282.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/tourismebrome-missisquoi.ca\/app\/uploads\/2024\/10\/alpagas-500x141.jpg 500w, https:\/\/tourismebrome-missisquoi.ca\/app\/uploads\/2024\/10\/alpagas.jpg 1361w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Sutton\u2019s Little Book Fair : A Magical Encounter for Small and Tall Alike!<\/h3>\n<p>Are you looking for the perfect December weekend outing? Head to Sutton, where you\u2019ll find a genuine literary treasure trove! On December 7 and 8 as well as December 14 and 15, the Sutton School of Art will be transformed into a warm haven for reading enthusiasts. From noon to 5:00 p.m., come and meet the literary talents of the Eastern Townships. Exciting lectures, storytelling hours that will light up your little ones\u2019 eyes, book signings to personalize your finds, inspiring interviews and lively round table discussions are all on the menu for these two weekends. Take advantage of this family event to find the book that could become THE new classic for family reading evenings!<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/ecoleartsutton.ca\/en\/programming\/the-little-book-fair\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sutton\u2019s Little Book Fair<\/a> | Sutton School of Art, 79 Principale Sud, Sutton<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-16275 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/tourismebrome-missisquoi.ca\/app\/uploads\/2024\/10\/petit-salon-du-livre-1024x255.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"255\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tourismebrome-missisquoi.ca\/app\/uploads\/2024\/10\/petit-salon-du-livre-1024x255.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/tourismebrome-missisquoi.ca\/app\/uploads\/2024\/10\/petit-salon-du-livre-300x75.jpg 300w, https:\/\/tourismebrome-missisquoi.ca\/app\/uploads\/2024\/10\/petit-salon-du-livre-768x191.jpg 768w, https:\/\/tourismebrome-missisquoi.ca\/app\/uploads\/2024\/10\/petit-salon-du-livre-800x199.jpg 800w, https:\/\/tourismebrome-missisquoi.ca\/app\/uploads\/2024\/10\/petit-salon-du-livre-1000x249.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/tourismebrome-missisquoi.ca\/app\/uploads\/2024\/10\/petit-salon-du-livre-500x125.jpg 500w, https:\/\/tourismebrome-missisquoi.ca\/app\/uploads\/2024\/10\/petit-salon-du-livre.jpg 1204w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Behold the Surrounding Nature Under Brome Lake\u2019s Magical Lanterns<\/h3>\n<p class=\"whitespace-pre-wrap break-words\">Imagine a place where the magic of Christmas comes to life every evening&#8230; This is exactly what awaits you when you visit Coldbrook Park, in the heart of the town of Brome Lake! Throughout the Holiday season, hundreds of lanterns transform this lovely park into a colourful festival of lights. But that\u2019s not all! Cross the street to discover an enchanted miniature world on the Coldbrook Trail, where fairy houses and gnome dwellings are hidden around every corner. A walk to delight all ages! Our advice? Start by visiting the trail late in the afternoon, then head to the park to see the lanterns light up! You\u2019re guaranteed to see some twinkling eyes and contagious smiles, providing the perfect backdrop for some wonderful photo memories!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-16280 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/tourismebrome-missisquoi.ca\/app\/uploads\/2024\/10\/lanternes-magiques-1-1024x255.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"255\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tourismebrome-missisquoi.ca\/app\/uploads\/2024\/10\/lanternes-magiques-1-1024x255.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/tourismebrome-missisquoi.ca\/app\/uploads\/2024\/10\/lanternes-magiques-1-300x75.jpg 300w, https:\/\/tourismebrome-missisquoi.ca\/app\/uploads\/2024\/10\/lanternes-magiques-1-768x191.jpg 768w, https:\/\/tourismebrome-missisquoi.ca\/app\/uploads\/2024\/10\/lanternes-magiques-1-800x199.jpg 800w, https:\/\/tourismebrome-missisquoi.ca\/app\/uploads\/2024\/10\/lanternes-magiques-1-1000x249.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/tourismebrome-missisquoi.ca\/app\/uploads\/2024\/10\/lanternes-magiques-1-500x125.jpg 500w, https:\/\/tourismebrome-missisquoi.ca\/app\/uploads\/2024\/10\/lanternes-magiques-1.jpg 1204w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Winter is slowly settling in throughout our region with its magical ambiance and all kinds of delightful activities! 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