DECEMBER PROGRAM

Jon McCoy started being a Santa in 1978 by delivering gifts on Christmas Eve to people who had purchased them from his wife's Gift and China store in Ames, Iowa. He continued that practice for 12 years. He starts growing his hair in April and the beard in late May for the authentic look of Santa. In December he greets the children when "The Nutcracker" is performed at the Chandler Center for the Arts. He has been doing this for seven years. Jon is "Santa" for many private parties and the Cottonwood/Palo Verde Christmas parade. He has been singing since he was ten and will treat us with some holiday songs and his experiences as "Santa". Sam Luse will "Tickle the Ivories" for us with holiday music. Come dressed in the holiday spirit and enjoy a great dessert. See you on December 8th!