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Friday 11/20/2009
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Special Events :: Community Event
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Santa Claus Arrives at Southgate Mall
6:00 PM Southgate Mall
Description:
The children of Missoula better be ready, because Santa Claus is coming to town. He makes his official arrival at Southgate Mall on Friday, November 20. Festivities begin at 6 p.m.
To ring in this joyful celebration, Southgate Mall is inviting everyone to JCPenney Court for a milk and cookie social, beginning at 6 p.m. As part of the social, take in delightful holiday sounds as the Missoula Symphony performs a classic ensemble of holiday music in orchestration with a special entertainment routine by On Center Performing Arts. At the conclusion of the Symphony’s performance, Santa’s Tree will light up to welcome Santa himself. Santa will greet his guests and lead the festivities in a procession to Clock Court where he will be handing out free gifts to the first 500 boys and girls. This year’s gift is Gingerbread from the Heart, by Missoula author Janice Mineer.
“Santa’s arrival is one of our biggest and most exciting community events of the year,” says Trisha Piedalue, Marketing Director for Southgate Mall. “This is such a magical season and having Santa kick it off is a gift within itself. We’re happy he can take time out of his busy schedule to take pictures with the kids and share some milk and cookies with us.”
Santa will be available for photos following his arrival and continuing through December 24 at JCPenney Court. His official visiting hours are Monday through Friday, noon until 7 p.m., Saturday, 10 a.m. until 8 p.m. and Sunday, noon until 6 p.m.
Santa will also be receiving mail during the holiday season at the Southgate Mall. Children can mail Santa their letters at JCPenney Court. Santa will respond to every letter with a legible return address. Letter-writers need to mail their special wishes by December 21 to ensure Santa gets their letters before Christmas.
With more than 100 specialty stores and brand favorites, Missoula’s own Southgate Mall is Montana’s premier shopping destination and also serves as a community center for western Montana, holding numerous activities and events throughout the year.
Age Group: All Ages
Venue: Southgate Mall
Address: N/A
Phone: N/A
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