Santa And Friends Arrive At South Hills Village

UPPER ST. CLAIR, PA - You might think it’s too early for Christmas revelry, but your children probably believe otherwise. With that thought in mind, South Hills Village already has Santa and his living room in place on the mall’s lower level near Target.

And you don’t have to worry about frittering away precious moments around the holiday by standing in line waiting to see Santa. South Hills Village again is offering people the chance to reserve Santa time online.

South Hills Village also provides children with all spectrums of special needs and their families with an opportunity to enjoy this holiday tradition through a sensory-friendly Caring Santa event in association with Autism Speaks and the Autism Connection of Pennsylvania.

Caring Santa will occur on Sunday, December 2nd from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. prior to mall opening. Guests can register in advance at http://www.aboard.memberlodge.com/page-260524. South Hills Village Santa Experience will also share the heart of Santa by collecting donations for Autism Speaks throughout the holiday season.

Families are also invited to attend the Elf Academy Holiday Event with Santa on Dec. 1 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. on the lower level in front of Target. Kids can come and learn how to become a certified elf by completing special holiday projects and activities. There will be holiday-themed crafts, fun food art, magic toy making and other activities.

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