Sunday, December 23, 2012
The North American Aerospace Defense Command has a website that now offers a Santa tracker mobile app to follow the jolly man's magical flight.
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Sunday, December 23, 2012
They sent him their wish lists, sat on his lap, and left cookies and milk for his arrival. Now the only thing left for children to do is track Santa's progress as he delivers gifts around the world on Christmas Eve. Thanks to the folks behind the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) website, families worldwide can now follow Santa's Christmas journey in real time. The tradition started in 1955 after an advertisement for Sears Roebuck & Co. misprinted a telephone number for a special "Santa hotline." Instead of reaching Kris Kringle, the number put kids through to the Continental Air Defense Command (CONAD) Commander-in-Chief’s operations, according to a description on the NORAD Tracks Santa Facebook page, which has more than …
Sunday, December 16, 2012
Parents can provide evidence that Santa is real.
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Sunday, December 16, 2012
Disclaimer: If you are a child and you read this post then you will placed on Santa's naughty list and get a lump of coal for Christmas. This is super secret grown up stuff so you better get off your mom or dad's computer! Whew, that was a close one! Christmas is just around the corner and my three-year-old is already going nuts for Santa Claus. If we happen to be at the mall, my little one makes a mad dash to find Santa, sitting on his throne among the fake snow and cranky helpers in elf outfits, and to give the old boy a hug. He loves the jolly guy. If ever there was a time for me to play up the whole Santa Claus thing, now would be it. With the advancement of technology, kids these days can be presented with more than enough proof that …
Thursday, December 6, 2012
The public is invited to meet Santa on Marietta Square on Dec. 8, 9, 15, 16 and 19-24.
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Thursday, December 6, 2012
The public is invited to meet Santa on Marietta Square on Dec. 8, 9, 15, 16 and 19-24. The line to meet Santa closes one hour before workshop closes. Sponsors: Free parking Keep up with news by subscribing to our free email newsletter, liking us on Facebook and following us on Twitter.
Wednesday, December 5, 2012
Thanks to a very special U.S. Postal Service program, "Santa" will reply to children who mail him their Christmas wish lists this holiday season.
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Wednesday, December 5, 2012
Every year, millions of children sit down to make a wish list for Santa, hoping he will make all of their Christmas dreams come true. But what if Santa actually wrote back? The United States Postal Service is now accepting "Letters From Santa," a program that allows any person to play Santa by sending a letter signed by Saint Nick to any child. According to a postal service news release, "The 'Letters From Santa' program helps parents fulfill the dreams of their own children." Instructions to send a letter from Santa: Letters to Santa can be dropped off at any post office location as well as the Santa mailboxes. TELL US: Do your children or children in your family plan on writing a letter to Santa this year?
Monday, November 26, 2012
Come out to see Santa’s arrival on Marietta Square and the lighting of the Christmas tree.
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Monday, November 26, 2012
Join Santa Claus for the kick off to the holiday season in Marietta on Thursday, Nov. 29, 2012, in Glover Park on the Marietta Square. Festivities will begin at 5 p.m. with performances by local school choruses. Santa will make his grand entrance at 5:20 p.m. and light the giant Christmas tree at 6 p.m. More entertainment will follow while Santa visits with children in the gazebo until 8 p.m. The workshop will be open to visitors Dec. 1, 2, 8, 9, 15, 16, 22, and 23. Be sure to have your picture taken with Santa. Saturdays: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Sundays: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Marietta Parks and Recreation and the Marietta Business Association sponsor this event each year.
Friday, November 2, 2012
Get ready for Santa's first stop in Cobb County at Town Center Mall in Kennesaw.
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Friday, November 2, 2012
This week's Cobb, Douglas and Paulding Weekend Spotlight features Santa's Arrival at Town Center at Cobb. Santa Claus makes his first stop of the season Friday evening in Kennesaw. Festivities take place from 6-8 p.m. in Center Court and include entertainment by Radio Disney, face painting, holiday activities and more. St. Nick will be escorted to his holiday home with live reindeer at 7 p.m. outside the Food Court Main Entrance. Plus, the first 200 children visiting Santa that evening will receive a special gift (no purchase necessary), and all guests will receive festive giveaways (while supplies last) throughout the event. Got a great event coming up in your community? Upload it onto your Patch, then email Editor Angela Chao at angela.…
Friday, December 16, 2011
Viewfinder: Stone Mountain Park Christmas
Just seeing the millions of bright, multi-colored lights inviting you to the Stone Mountain Park Christmas celebration from the road or parking lot is enough to bring a smile to kids' -- and adults' -- faces. Of course once you're inside, there's plenty to do and see, from cookie decorating to nightly shows and a parade, to the 4-D theater (The Polar Express) and of course the lovely Snow Angel, followed by fireworks. A trip to Stone Mountain Park Christmas could be considered a decent holiday present for the family. There are different pricing packages available, including the Christmas Family Value Pass ($31.84 per person, ages 3 and up; minimum purchase of four tickets required) which includes four Stone Mountain Christmas tickets and …
Thursday, December 15, 2011
Take a look at this weekend's holiday happenings in Marietta.
1. Performances for the Children's Garden Theater's production of The Snow Princess will take place on Saturday at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. Tickets are $10 for adults, and $5 for kids. In order to avoid spending years in the dungeon, the Witch offers to give the childless King and Queen a daughter. The Snow Princess is brought to life by the last remaining drop of Dandywater in the world. As the winter comes to an end, she and the rest of the kingdom realize that she will melt. Knowing that a second drop of Dandywater will turn the Snow Princess into a real girl, the kingdom anxiously awaits any news that a second drop of Dandywater can be found. 2. The Atlanta Lyric Theatre presents its third annual Christmas Tea with Santa Claus and …
Thursday, December 8, 2011
Here are the holiday happenings taking place in Marietta this weekend.
1. The 2011 Gingerbread Jam takes place on Saturday, Dec. 10 from noon to 8 p.m. at the Mansour Center. The holiday event features a local arts and crafts market, food, festivities and a gingerbread house competition with gingerbread houses on display throughout the entire event. The family friendly event benefits the Dare To Hope Foundation, an Atlanta-based non-profit working to better the lives of children with critical, rare, chronic and complex medical conditions. Admission is a $5 donation for ages 13 and up; 12 and under are free. 2. The 11th annual Sleighbells on the Square 5K takes place Dec. 10 This is a Peachtree qualifying race. All proceeds will benefit the Children's Emergency Fund. The fee is $20 before Dec. 5 and $25 after …
Wednesday, December 7, 2011
Jennifer and Doug Blalock are notorious for having small dog themed parties at their home with as many as 30 dogs running around off leash.
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Wednesday, December 7, 2011
The holidays are a special times for families. Children, grandparents, mothers, fathers, aunts, uncles, cousins, siblings and even the furry little members of our families hold their breaths and immerse themselves in the magic of the season. Jennifer and Doug Blalock are notorious for having small dog themed parties at their home with as many as 30 dogs running around off leash. Friends of the couple cannot say enough good things about the creations the pair makes. Jennifer is talented at making dog fashion, pet snuggle beds, pet jewelry and more while Doug hand carves pet beds, pet cupboards, pet stools, pet everything and anything. They have pet stations throughout their home, making everything pet friendly for “pet accidents” and have …
Mary Lance
11:20 pm on Thursday, November 29, 2012
I loved Christmas on the Marietta Square when I was a little girl back in the 40's. My Dad had a Bicycle Shop on Mill Street and on Christmas Eve the family would have a picnic supper around the potbellied stove in the back of the shop while waiting for 'Santa' to pick up all the bikes, trikes, wagons etc. for delivery to the children. I loved looking out the shop door at the square which was all… more ›