Olde Towne Santa Arrives by Ferry Saturday Dec. 10th

The Olde Towne Santa will arrive by Elizabeth River Ferry to greet children at the Olde Towne Holiday Music Festival on Saturday, December 10, 2011.  Santa arrives just before 12 Noon (11:55 a.m. Ferry) and will be available for one hour at High Street Landing. 

It's best to get there a little early because Santa's schedule depends on the Elizabeth River Ferry.  This is the eighth year the Olde Towne Santa has arrived for the start of the Olde Towne Holiday Music Festival. 

Be sure to bring your camera.  Don't miss this great photo opportunity to have pictures with Santa for free!  

I'll let you in on a little secret.  This is something that I truly enjoy doing.  It puts a incredible smile on the children's faces.  The part that I treasure the most is listening to what the children want for Christmas.  It is heartwarming and often brings a smile to my face. 

Four years ago, a little 6-year old girl was really sincere and told me all she wanted was 'world peace'.  The wishes from the children have ranged from 'I would like to have a baby brother' to 'I really need to have my own bathroom it's just too crowded'. 

At the end of greeting and talking with each child, the Olde Towne Santa always gives each child a candy cane and reminds them to 'be good to their family and friends'.

So, now you know who the real Olde Towne Santa is.  Yes, it's really me.

"Santa does not enter through the chimney.  He doesn't enter through the front door.  Santa enters through the heart."  - David Cartier

The Olde Towne Santa is presented by Starboards Coffee Kiosk. Call for more information 757.478.0056.  101 High Street, High Street Landing, Olde Towne Portsmouth. 

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Thanks for reading and sharing...'A New Day in Olde Towne'.

David Cartier

Courtesy photo of Olde Towne Santa on Ferry by Gary Thomas Byrne

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