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Jim Miller
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The holidays are a special time in Saratoga Springs. “Celebrate in Saratoga” is an event that lasts multiple weeks with various activities to help our residents celebrate the holiday season.
The list of events starts with the annual Christmas Tree Lighting held the Monday after Thanksgiving. This year, the event will be held on Nov. 27. Residents can kick off the season with us as the Saratoga Springs Royalty lights the city Christmas tree at Neptune Park. Santa will arrive at 6 p.m. followed by the tree lighting program at 6:30 and a fireworks show.
Those needing special accommodations often find it hard to find a time or place to visit with Santa. Saratoga Springs is excited to host its annual Silent Santa event on Dec. 2. This event provides a time to meet Santa in a low-stress, quiet environment. Attendance at this event is by registration only. Registration opens in November each year.
The Saratoga Springs Arts Council will host its annual Children’s Visual Arts Contest this year. Submissions will be accepted through Nov. 27. The winners will be announced at the Holiday Orchestra Concert on Dec. 7 at Vista Heights Middle School. This free, family-friendly concert is traditionally marked by a visit from Santa and a holiday gift for all the kids in attendance.
This year, we have added a holiday magic show to our event lineup. It will be held on Dec. 11 at 7 p.m. at Thunder Ridge Elementary. Bring the family and enjoy some holiday magic.
The Saratoga Springs Youth Council is proud to partner with the Westlake Student Council again as a sponsor of the Christmas Jars Program. The youth council and the Miss Saratoga Springs Royalty will participate in Stuff the Jar Night, a holiday carnival that will be held on Dec. 13 at Westlake High School. All proceeds from Christmas Jars help families in need in Saratoga Springs.
Don’t forget to turn in your letter to Santa at the library by Dec. 16 to receive a reply. Letter templates are available on the city website.
Many of these fun activities have become family traditions for our residents. We are pleased to continue working with other community groups to provide family-friendly events and activities that help everyone enjoy the holiday season. Events like these bring the community together, help make Saratoga Springs a great place to live and play in, and ensure that life’s just better here.
For more information about these events, visit the Saratoga Springs website.