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Woodlands Celebrates its 40th Anniversary!
For four decades, Woodlands Wildlife Refuge has been a place of hope and healing for New Jersey’s orphaned and injured wildlife. This year, we are proud to celebrate 40 remarkable years of compassion, care, and commitment to wildlife and our community. Please join us as we commemorate this extraordinary milestone at Woodlands’ 40th Anniversary Celebration, a special afternoon reception on Sunday, November 15, 2026, from 2:00–6:00 p.m. at Cree Wine Company, the historic 1813 Perryville Inn, in Hampton, New Jersey.
The afternoon will feature a silent auction of specially selected items, live music by multi-instrumentalist Joe Cirotti, signature cocktails, food, bourbon tasting, and special guest speakers.
Reservations for the Woodlands’ 40th Anniversary Celebration are $100 per Anniversary Guest or $150 per VIP Anniversary guest and include complimentary beverages, hot and cold hors d’oeuvres, and a curated collection of commemorative gifts celebrating Woodlands’ 40th Anniversary. Additionally, VIP guests also receive a limited edition 40th Anniversary stemless crystal Stolzle wine glass and entry into an exclusive VIP raffle for a private behind-the-scenes tour for ten of Woodlands Wildlife Refuge.
Advanced reservations are limited to the first 100 guests and required by November 6th, and can be made below or by calling 908-730-8300 ext 8. The dress code is ‘smart casual’. Complete event information can be found below.
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A select few limited edition 40th Anniversary stemless crystal Stölzle wine glasses will be available for purchase at the event.
1 for $12
2 for $20
4 for $35
Each VIP guest will receive one as a complimentary gift.
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Thank You Generous Event Sponsors:
The Merrill G. and Emita E. Hastings Foundation
Frequently Asked Questions
Are reservations required?
Yes! Space is limited to the first 100 guests and RSVPs are requested by Nov. 6th. No admissions will be sold at the door.
What is the dress code?
The dress code is ‘Smart Casual’ : Smart casual is an elevated dress code that blends relaxed comfort with polished, well-fitted style, sitting right between casual wear and business casual. Key Elements of Smart Casual: Footwear: Loafers, leather Chelsea boots, or very clean, minimal leather sneakers with no athletic styling. Tops: Collared shirts, button-downs, Oxford cloth button-downs (OCBD), fine-knit sweaters, or clean crewneck knits. Ties are generally not required. Bottoms: Chinos, tailored trousers, or dark-wash, clean jeans without any rips, tears, or distressing.
Is the event indoors?
Yes! Cree Wine Company at the historic 1813 Perryville Inn offers a cozy casual atmosphere. If the weather is nice we will also have access to an outdoor patio area.