12 p.m. to 2 p.m.

Springfield Mall is celebrating Santa’s much-anticipated arrival with a holiday themed carnival. The carnival includes many merry activities such as children’s games, face painting, holiday characters and more. The first 100 kids in line to visit Santa will receive a special gift.

King of Prussia Mall

Saturday November 12th

Where to Find Santa      

Plaza: Lower Level of the Nordstrom Court

Court: Lower Level of the Bloomingdale’s Court

Mark your calendars for Pet Night

Families and their pets are invited to the King of Prussia Mall for a special holiday photo for Pet Photo Night on Wednesday, November 16 from 6p.m. - 9p.m. Pet Photo Night will take place at the lower level of the Bloomingdale's Court and pet lovers will have the chance to take a memorable holiday photo with Santa at his holiday tree. 

         

TOP 5 TIPS FOR ENSURING A JOLLY PHOTO WITH SANTA

1.     Visit Santa early in the season. Lines get longer as Christmas nears.

2.     For best results, select an outfit color that will work well against the back drop of Santa’s red suit. Green, silver, white and gold are festive and bright for the holiday season.

3.     If your child doesn’t care to sit on Santa’s lap there is additional seating that can be arranged so he/she may sit next to him.

4.     If Santa is not in his chair when you arrive, explain to your children that he needed to take a quick break to go feed the reindeer.

5.     Enjoy the magic. A visit to Santa is a lifelong memory you will have with your child. 

Santa's Arrival & Festival of Lights on Friday November 26th

Enjoy the anticipation of Santa's arrival with a concert from Makin Music at 5pm. The 2008 World Series Mascot the Phillie Phanatic will visit with the crowd from 5-6pm. Santa arrives by fire engine at 6pm promptly so don't be late! Watch as he lights up the beautiful shopping district of Media.








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Santa is coming to Middletown Free Library at 1pm on Saturday December 12th. Everyone is invited to sing Christmas songs, decorate Christmas Cookies and visit with Santa. This is a great chance for parents to get pictures of the kids on Santa's lap, so bring your camera.







For more information: call 610-556-7828
Location: Middletown Free Library -21 N. Pennell Road
This event is appropriate for all ages
Cost: free

Here are some fun websites for kids to try during the holiday season, as I find more of them I will add them to the list. Enjoy


Email Santa your list and he'll write back to you. This a good one if you have more than one child. When we tried it my daughters got 2 different letters.



North Pole has a list of free things kids can do. They can chat with elves, write to Santa, coloring pages and much more all for free.



Elf yourself this is a fun and free site sponsored by Office Max. You can upload a picture of yourself and your family and watch everyone dance.

Hanukat this site offers a playful, interactive way for children both Jewish and non-Jewish - to celebrate Hanukkah and Passover. They use videos, stories and games.

Family Fun Crafts this is a Disney run site that has coloring pages, crafts and many holiday ideas.

Snowman Construction Kit this site allows your kids to build a snowman on-line

Santa Claus Fun this site has it all coloring pages, recipes, jokes, poems, stories and much more

For more information: http://www.middletownfirecompany.com/
Location: Middletown Fire Company- 425 S New Middletown Rd Elwyn PA
This event is appropriate for all ages
Cost: free, but you need to bring an unwrapped toy to get the free lunch

Jolly Old St. Nick will be On board a Heated, Lighted, and Decorated Train with a Treat for All the Kids. Featuring Holiday Entertainment.Trains Depart Market Street Station at 11:00 am , 1:00 pm, and 3:00 pm

* Please note the train will not depart from Glen Mills this season, you can only pick up the train in West Chester

Adult Fare: $15.00 Children: $10.00 (Ages 2-12 yrs)





For more information: http://www.westchesterrr.net/
Location: Trains Depart Market Street Station at 11:00 am , 1:00 pm, and 3:00 pm
This event is appropriate for ages 2 and up
Cost: Adult Fare: $15.00 Children: $10.00 (Ages 2-12 yrs)

THIS EVENT IS CANCELLED DUE TO THE UNEXPECTED CLOSURE OF THE RESTAURANT ON WEDNESDAY 12/2!

Come to wonder and be amazed during a Longwood Gardens Christmas November 26, 2009 through January 10, 2010. The horticulture showplace near Kennett Square, PA dazzles guests with spectacular floral displays, stunning trees, holiday music, 500,000 outdoor lights, dancing fountains and ice skating under the stars to delight the entire family. Admission to the display is by Timed Ticket only, with tickets issued for specific dates and times. Timed tickets are on sale now and can be purchased online at http://www.longwoodgardens.org/, by calling 610-388-1000 610-388-1000 ext. 100, or in person at Longwood.




Enjoy sumptuous dinners, fun Breakfasts with Santa and the popular Yuletide Buffet throughout the holiday season. Families are invited to enjoy Breakfast with Santa December 12, 13, 19 & 20 at 8:00 and 9:30 am. Enjoy an array of breakfast items that are sure to please the entire family. Reservations are required and prices include Gardens admission. Ages 12 & over $40, ages 5-11 $22; Ages 4 and under, free. Pricing for Garden Passholders are ages 12 and older: $28; ages 5-11: $16.Enjoy the holiday in style with the festive Yuletide Buffet featuring a carving station, a variety of side dishes, soups, delicious desserts and more. Reservations are required. The Buffet is open to the public December 19-23, 26-31; 3:00–8:00 pm. Prices include Gardens admission: Ages 12 & older: $52 ages 5-11: $31; ages 4 and under: free. Passholder pricing is $40 for ages 12 and older and $25 for ages 5-11.Groups are welcome at our Yuletide Buffet! Call 610-388-1000 610-388-1000 ext. 512 for special dates and hours, pricing information and reservations. Reservations are being accepted beginning October 1.

For more information: http://www.longwoodgardens.org/.
Location: Kennett Square PA
This event is appropriate for all ages
Cost:General Admission prices are $16 for adults; $14 for seniors (age 62+), $6 for students (ages 5-22) free age 4 and under. Tickets to view the ice skating performances are an additional fee of $5 ($3 for Garden Passholders and groups).

Santa's Arrival & Festival of Lights on Friday November 27, 2009

Enjoy the anticipation of Santa's arrival with a concert from Makin Music at 5pm. The 2008 World Series Mascot the Phillie Phanatic will visit with the crowd from 5-6pm. Santa arrives by fire engine at 6pm promptly so don't be late! Watch as he lights up the beautiful shopping district of Media.

Just in time for the holidays, Santa’s Paradise Express is pulling in early to Strasburg Rail Road, bringing Santa on his journey to spread the magic of the season to thousands of families who believe. This year, Santa’s Paradise Express will chug along the tracks starting November 27, 2009.

The Christmas celebration begins on the platform of the East Strasburg Station as the sounds of the season fill the air. Relax as an authentic vintage steam train, warmed by a potbelly stove, takes you on a 45-minute ride, traveling past more than 1,000 acres of picturesque farmland on the way to Paradise, PA. As the train chugs down the track, Santa, carolers and musicians stroll from car-to-car.

After the train ride, children are treated to storybook readings of holiday classics. Children of all ages can also enjoy a ride aboard the Cagney, a miniature steam train. As a special treat, children ages 3 to 11 will receive a gift from Santa and his helper.

Santa’s Paradise Express will be at Strasburg Rail Road, Route 741, Strasburg, PA, starting Thanksgiving weekend, November 27, 28 and 29, 2009. Also, see Santa December 11, 12, 13, 18, 19, and 20, 2009. Trains run throughout the day during weekends and a special 7p.m. train runs on Friday, December 11th and 18th. Tickets are available for $16 for adults and $10 for children ages 3-11. For a complete listing of dates and times, or to purchase tickets go to http://www.strasburgrailroad.com/ or call (717) 687-7522.