OLEAN, N.Y. — Santa and Mrs. Claus are currently working on their naughty and nice lists. The Greater Olean Area Chamber of Commerce (GAOCC) and the City of Olean will host the ‘Visit with Santa’ at their newly built cottage in Olean’s Lincoln Park.
The Claus’ will visit with the children from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. inside the cottage at Lincoln Park on Dec. 8.
Families will visit with the holiday couple through the windows at the cottage. GOACC has placed a tree-lined path as well as holiday cones for all visitors to maintain a line while waiting their turn to visit with the Christmas couple.
A mailbox, created by families of the EvenStart program, is placed by Santa’s Cottage in Lincoln Park. Santa is encouraging all children to write a letter and place it in the mailbox.
Local author Sheri Barr and her children will be at both visits with Santa showcasing and selling books, from her time growing up in Olean. The holiday feature is her latest book, My Christmas Memories, a heartfelt story about experiences and recollections of Christmas time while she was growing up in the 50’s.
Also, visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus in Allegany at their WNY Chalet on the following dates and times: from 6 to 8 p.m. on Dec. 9, and 16; and afternoon visit from 1 to 3 p.m. on Dec. 11.
In addition to Santa visits, activities are planned for this holiday season. Individuals can retrieve event information by visiting www.oleanny.com.
