Santa Edson

Making a visit from Santa a memorable one

1) Be sure that your camera has charged batteries, film if you still use it, storage cards and that any video cameras are ready with loaded DVDs/CD or tapes ready before Santa comes to visit. Santa shares his image freely for non-commercial purposes.

2) Santa needs to be as near an entrance as possible . Make sure he has a parking spot as near to the door his entrance will be. Be sure someone is outside to greet Santa and help him with filling his bag etc. if necessary

3) Please be sure there is a sturdy place for Santa to sit for pictures. Low chairs, soft chairs or folding chairs are not very good for Santa. Neither are easy chairs. A solidly built chair with a sturdy back is ideal for Santa to be comfortable and be able to use both knees. Be sure the chair is in a good spot for taking the photos, perhaps near the Christmas tree but with room around the chair for people to stand.

4) Be sure everyone is ready for Santa's arrival. Sometimes Santa's timing only allows for a certain time frame and valuable picture opportunities can be lost if you are not prepared. Try to stick to the schedule presented or call Santa to arrange for other arrangements if delayed.

6) Have someone who knows the children co-ordinate their visit with Santa so everyone has time to enjoy their visit with Santa. Santa is able to carry in 1 bag of gifts that should be well labeled to who they belong. Write directly on presents in fairly large letters so there are no tags to fall off. Once Santa arrives and attention is on him, someone can place other presents near his chair to hand out.

7) Santa is always obliging for photos. He can stand with someone who does not want to sit on his lap or a hug for parents and grandparents make for a nice photo. Santa can slowly work with shy children but be aware that some children can be extremely shy or frightened. Rest assured that Santa will try to get you a nice picture . Don't forget seniors. They've known Santa for a long time.

8) If there is a payment due Santa just put it in a card and tell Santa that it is a card from everyone. It is never appropriate for Santa to take open cash.

9) Remember that Santa is there to make your holiday visit memorable. If there is anything special you wish him to do just ask and if at all possible he will try to help with your needs.

10) Santa reserves the right to refuse doing anything he deems inappropriate to the image of Santa or inappropriate for children or against his ideals and beliefs. Prior arrangements will avoid embarrassments.

I am a resident of Edson and have been for over 25 years. I have taken on the persona of Santa Claus and offer my services for hire in the area.

What can Santa Edson do for you?

   Staff Christmas parties -   how about Santa coming to your staff Christmas party and delivering your year-end bonus cheques or other gifts. Santa can also sit with your guests for pictures for those memories. One hour minimum

      Children's Christmas parties - Who better than Santa to come to your children's Christmas party and be part of the excitement and fun. Santa never promises anything and wishes each child a Merry Christmas. Picture opportunities abound. Santa can also lead in singing carols or even read to the children from his collection of short stories. One hour minimum

   Day Care Center Christmas Parties -Santa is usually available in the afternoon for the little ones.

   Home visits - Arrange for Santa to come to your house ahead of Christmas day and deliver your gifts to those who may not be there on Christmas while visiting others. Santa can sing a few songs with the children or read from his selection of short stories. At times, it may be to your advantage to get together with some other family members or neighbours and pool you resources and finances to have Santa come and visit. Santa doesn't take his boots off, so an appropriate mat or floor covering will allow Santa to wipe his boots Times vary according to attendance

   Christmas Eve visits - An opportunity for Santa to make a special stop at your house to deliver presents for under the tree, fill stockings and maybe have milk and cookies. Santa tries to be quiet as he proceeds with his tasks but sometimes Santa gets caught in the act and stops for a quick greeting to any children before heading off to the next house. Santa's time is short this evening so visits are limited to 15 minutes.

       Breakfast/lunch with Santa

       Retail photo shoots - Santa can greet children at your place of business and take their Christmas wishes while you or someone else takes the picture. Typical Mall Santa setting

      Commercial opportunities - Arrange for Santa to be in your print, film or brochure advertising, trade shows and other public appearances.

        Special functions - These include Christmas parade, tree lightings, hospital visits especially to children and shut-ins. Santa will do these freely if time is available.

        Christmas in July participation - some retailers have Christmas in July sales and are looking for that added touch. Santa can be there.

Don't wait long, because December 25th will be here before you know it and dates will fill quickly. Limited availability... Call today for prices and reserve your date

Contact Santa Edson here. Or e-mail at santaedson@telus.net