Santa Claus and Childhood Memories

Christmas is just around the corner, and as parents begin to think about Christmas shopping, children all over the world are thinking about Santa, the elves, the bright shining Christmas trees and what they want for Christmas presents this year. Childhood memories come rushing back to the parents and grandparents who watch the children glow with excitement.

I remember writing letters to Santa every year as a little girl, asking for dolls, building blocks and ribbon hair accessories. I always made sure to write neatly, asked mom to help spell some words and I always drew a little picture for Santa.

This year children have the chance to write their letters and personally give them to Santa Claus when they visit with the big guy himself at the Breakfast with Santa event on December 3rd at the Golf Mill Cafe starting at 10am. All attending kids receive a free elf hat, coloring books and crayons. Tickets for this event are only $6 per person and can be purchased at Golf Mill Cafe located near mall entrance #6 or by calling (847) 635-1504. Seating is limited.

Stay for a fun and interactive program 'Reading is Snow Much Fun' presented by the Niles Public Library, where Santa will read a story on December 3rd at 11am near Sears. This event is free and open to the public and includes crafts, singing and more!

Give your child the opportunity to create their own childhood memories that they can one day look back on and cherish.

If you could go back in time and be the child you were, what would you ask Santa for?

Happy Holidays from our families to yours!

-Angelika Jurczyk, Golf Mill Shopping Center