SANTA… I KNOW HIM!!!
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By Dave McMinn
anta loves North Phoenix. Maybe it’s the abundance of families. Maybe it’s the proximity to the North Pole. Maybe it’s the aviation support facilities at Deer Valley Airport. It’s tough to know exactly what makes our part of town so popular with the Big Guy in Red (he doesn’t do many interviews), but we’re always glad to have him!
With schedules only getting busier in the weeks leading up to Christmas, it may prove difficult to track down Santa Claus with your toy requests. Luckily, he’s got quite an extensive pre-Christmas tour schedule. Here’s a listing of scheduled appearances by Santa in North Phoenix:
O UTL E TS AT ANTHE M
4250 W. Anthem Way, Phoenix, AZ 85086 outletsanthem.com (623) 465-9500 The Outlets at Anthem, home of Arizona’s tallest Christmas tree, features two Santa-themed events this year. All the good little girls and boys have lots of opportunities to get some face time with Santa. Break fast with Santa A $5 admission gets you breakfast with Kris Kringle himself, including pancakes, sausage, and milk. Then join in for storytime, kid’s activities, live entertainment, goody bags, and more! All proceeds benefit the Daisy Mountain Firefighters Charities. Santa Schedule Saturday, December 1 • 8:30am-10am Santa’s Cottage Come Explore Santa’s Cottage, where wishes are whispered and holiday dreams begin. Experience the magic of Christmas with crafts, holiday stories, and a visit with Santa himself. Photos with Santa Claus available for purchase. Santa Schedule E very day through Christmas E ve. Hours vary by day.
DE E R V AL L E Y AIRPO RT
702 W. Deer Valley Rd., Phoenix, AZ 85027 deervalleyairportrestaurant.com (623) 582-5454 Santa F ly-ins Because of his great respect for the aviation industry, Santa has scheduled eight fly-ins at Deer Valley Airport. The jolly old elf will arrive via helicopter on weekends throughout December. Mr. Claus will be available for photos (bring your own camera), and families can dine before or after at the legendary Deer Valley Restaurant, where kids eat free on Santa days. Details available at deervalleyairportrestaurant.com. Santa Schedule Saturday, December 15 • 10am & 3pm* Sunday, December 16 • 10am & 3pm* Saturday, December 22 • 10am & 3pm** Sunday, December 23 • 10am & 3pm** ( The elves say that the 3pm visit is usually less crowded) *H *H
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10 • December 2018 • DEER VALLEY TIMES
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