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Naples Botanical Garden Solstice Celebration 2011

Nicola Gentil, left, Bea Cresswell and Stefania Pifferi construct wish sticks during Naples Botanical Garden annual Winter Solstice Celebration 'Night Lights', Friday December 23, 2011. John M. Wissocki / Daily News Correspondent

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Nicola Gentil, left, Bea Cresswell and Stefania Pifferi construct wish sticks during Naples Botanical Garden annual Winter Solstice Celebration "Night Lights", Friday December 23, 2011. John M. Wissocki / Daily News Correspondent

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  • Over eight hundred tiki torches were lit giving the Garden a taste of heaven during Naples Botanical Garden annual Winter Solstice Celebration 'Night Lights', Friday December 23, 2011. John M. Wissocki / Daily News Correspondent
  • Over eight hundred tiki torches were lit giving the Garden a touch of tropical heaven during Naples Botanical Garden annual Winter Solstice Celebration 'Night Lights', Friday December 23, 2011. John M. Wissocki / Daily News Correspondent
  • The fun themed photo booth had a line all evening during Naples Botanical Garden annual Winter Solstice Celebration 'Night Lights', Friday December 23, 2011. John M. Wissocki / Daily News Correspondent
  • Although entire families participated, roasting marshmallows was by far the most popular activity for the children during Naples Botanical Garden annual Winter Solstice Celebration 'Night Lights', Friday December 23, 2011. John M. Wissocki / Daily News Correspondent
  • Over eight hundred tiki torches were lit giving the Garden a touch of tropical heaven during Naples Botanical Garden annual Winter Solstice Celebration 'Night Lights', Friday December 23, 2011. John M. Wissocki / Daily News Correspondent
  • The place wishes come true was at the wish stick bon fire during Naples Botanical Garden annual Winter Solstice Celebration 'Night Lights', Friday December 23, 2011. John M. Wissocki / Daily News Correspondent
  • Dan Fepp and Christine Toogood enjoy hot cocoa during Naples Botanical Garden annual Winter Solstice Celebration 'Night Lights', Friday December 23, 2011. John M. Wissocki / Daily News Correspondent
  • The cookie, cocoa and cupcake table was a popular stop for visitors of all ages during Naples Botanical Garden annual Winter Solstice Celebration 'Night Lights', Friday December 23, 2011. John M. Wissocki / Daily News Correspondent
  • Roasting marshmallows was by far the most popular activity for children of all ages during Naples Botanical Garden annual Winter Solstice Celebration 'Night Lights', Friday December 23, 2011. John M. Wissocki / Daily News Correspondent
  • Stefania Pifferi, left, Nicola Gentil and Bea Cresswell, visiting from England were the first visitors through the door during Naples Botanical Garden annual Winter Solstice Celebration 'Night Lights', Friday December 23, 2011. John M. Wissocki / Daily News Correspondent
  • Hundreds of visitors gathered around the Garden Cafe to enjoy their welcoming hot chocolate during Naples Botanical Garden annual Winter Solstice Celebration 'Night Lights', Friday December 23, 2011. John M. Wissocki / Daily News Correspondent
  • Volunteer Christine Cook had her hands full with marshmallows during Naples Botanical Garden annual Winter Solstice Celebration 'Night Lights', Friday December 23, 2011. John M. Wissocki / Daily News Correspondent
  • Nicola Gentil, left, Bea Cresswell and Stefania Pifferi construct wish sticks during Naples Botanical Garden annual Winter Solstice Celebration 'Night Lights', Friday December 23, 2011. John M. Wissocki / Daily News Correspondent
  • Night wildlife was easily spotted during Naples Botanical Garden annual Winter Solstice Celebration 'Night Lights', Friday December 23, 2011. John M. Wissocki / Daily News Correspondent
  • Volunteers Marcene Larkin, left and Jeana Nordstrom during Naples Botanical Garden annual Winter Solstice Celebration 'Night Lights', Friday December 23, 2011. John M. Wissocki / Daily News Correspondent
  • Roasting marshmallows was by far the most popular activity for the children during Naples Botanical Garden annual Winter Solstice Celebration 'Night Lights', Friday December 23, 2011. John M. Wissocki / Daily News Correspondent
  • Although entire families participated, roasting marshmallows was by far the most popular activity for the children during Naples Botanical Garden annual Winter Solstice Celebration 'Night Lights', Friday December 23, 2011. John M. Wissocki / Daily News Correspondent
  • The Water Garden reflected the sounds of Island Vibes during Naples Botanical Garden annual Winter Solstice Celebration 'Night Lights', Friday December 23, 2011. John M. Wissocki / Daily News Correspondent
  • James Jenkins, 2, gives mom and dad, Linda and Jesse a few tips on roasting marshmallows during Naples Botanical Garden annual Winter Solstice Celebration 'Night Lights', Friday December 23, 2011. John M. Wissocki / Daily News Correspondent
  • Musical entertainment was provided by The Wholetones near the fire pits during Naples Botanical Garden annual Winter Solstice Celebration 'Night Lights', Friday December 23, 2011. John M. Wissocki / Daily News Correspondent
  • Musical entertainment was provided by The Wholetones near the fire pits during Naples Botanical Garden annual Winter Solstice Celebration 'Night Lights', Friday December 23, 2011. John M. Wissocki / Daily News Correspondent
  • Cookies, cocoa and last but not least, cupcakes by Sassy Cakes were all complimentary during Naples Botanical Garden annual Winter Solstice Celebration 'Night Lights', Friday December 23, 2011. John M. Wissocki / Daily News Correspondent
  • Complimentary cupcakes by Sassy Cakes were a tremendous hit during Naples Botanical Garden annual Winter Solstice Celebration 'Night Lights', Friday December 23, 2011. John M. Wissocki / Daily News Correspondent
  • The wish stick area was a must stop before heading out to the bon fire during Naples Botanical Garden annual Winter Solstice Celebration 'Night Lights', Friday December 23, 2011. John M. Wissocki / Daily News Correspondent

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