Horse and carriage rides slated to begin Dec. 7

Horse and carriage rides for shoppers and visitors to New Brunswick will take place Dec. 7, 8, 14 and 15 from 6-9 p.m.

The free rides travel through the streets of New Brunswick's downtown area, with carriages departing from the Hyatt Regency and The Heldrich. A Starbucks sampling truck will also be in Monument Square Dec. 7, and costumed dancers from the American Repertory Ballet will make appearances at The Heldrich and Hyatt Regency Dec. 8.

For information, call (732) 545-4849.