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Enjoyed a lovely, festive time at Breakfast with Sint Niklaas at Riversdale House Museum in Riverdale Park, Maryland this past December weekend.

An adorable visit with Sint Niklaas at Riversdale House Musuem; 📸 by Ethan Kane.
Scenes from Breakfast with Sint Niklaas at Riversdale House Museum

A peek inside the bustling room; about 6 tables of 6, methinks.
Little did we know that we’d also be treated to a story about why we hang stockings by the fireplace every Christmas as well as lovely greetings from a team of distinguished speakers, including Mrs. Katrin Wouters (L), wife of the Belgian Ambassador!

📸 source: Embassy of Belgium Facebook Page
Activities at Breakfast with Sint Niklaas

Keeping little hands busy with some coloring!
Story Behind Christmas Stockings
In case you don’t know the story behind the Christmas stockings tradition, sharing an excerpt from the activity sheet:
Mmm, Breakfast with Sint Niklaas!
The moment we’ve all been waiting for: Sint Niklaas arrives and announces himself from the balcony, building anticipation as we eagerly await his presence downstairs!

Well, hello there, Saint Nick!

Making sure she gets Saint Nick’s attention! My girl!
A Visit with Sint Niklaas at Riversdale House Museum

Hurry, hurry to see Saint Nick!

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[…] makes his annual visit to Riversdale! Belgian-inspired breakfast and gifts for children. Check out our time at with Sint Niklaas here! When: Saturday, December 7th, 9am-10:30am Where: Riversdale House Museum, 4811 Riverdale […]