11th Annual New England Santa Society 2023 Annual Meeting & Reunion

277 Main Street,Sturbridge MA 01566

29 January, 2023

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Join your fellow Santas, Mrs. Claus, and friends in celebrating the 11th Annual New England Santa Society Meeting & Reunion Sunday, January 29, 2023 8:30 am - 4:00 pm Publick House Historic Inn & Country Lodge This is a great opportunity to share the past season experiences with other Santas, Mrs. Clauses and helpers from throughout the region. We will hold our annual meeting, enjoy a holiday themed luncheon, and hear from NESS Hall of Fame Inductees. Tickets are $75 per person which includes the Sunday luncheon and general activities. Registration - Deadline is January 21, 2023  Sturbridge, MA is a wonderful destination and many members arrive on Saturday.  You can opt to stay right at the Publick House (room block information below) or one of the other lovely hotels in the area.  Those arriving on Saturday are invited to attend Informal Fireside Chat  Saturday, January 28, 2023 The traditional location is under construction. Please stay tuned for details about new location. Reach out if you have any questions! [email protected] AGENDA (tentative)Saturday, January 28 2:00 - 4:00 pm NESS Executive Board Meeting, Card Room, Publick House, 277 Main Street, Sturbridge, MA. Current and incoming Board members, committee chairs and officers will meet to review the past year and plan for the upcoming one. All members are welcome to attend. 5:00 pm Dinner on Your Own - There are many restaurants in the area. NESS is not organizing a special dinner, but many members will meet to enjoy each other's company at their restaurant of choice. There are many wonderful restaurants in the area. We suggest calling ahead if you plan on attending as a large group. 7:30 pm Santa Fireplace Chat, LOCATION TO BE DETERMINED Gather around the fireplace for the legends of Santas, Mrs. Clauses, Elves, and Christmas Performers from near and far. This is your time to share your experiences and stories from the previous year. Everyone will get a chance to tell his or her tale. BYOB, snacks and refreshments. Sunday, January 29 - Paige Hall, Publick House, 277 Main Street, Sturbridge, MA 8:30 am Registration Santa's Tag Sale will again be held throughout the day. Bring along any outgrown suits, excess supplies, unneeded accessories, duplicate books, new products or other Santa-related items to sell. 9:00 am Welcome 9:30 am Group Photo  10:00 am Introductions Morning Program - Roundtable Discussions: Help determine NESS priorities for 2023 year. 12:00-3:00 pm Luncheon & Program & Annual Meeting The menu is traditional Christmas dinner with roast turkey with cornbread stuffing and the fixings, garden salad and Strawberry Shortcake. 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm NESS Hall of Fame Inductee Panel Hotel Room Block Information Publick House: Reservations must be made by January 2, 2023 18 rooms available $159 per night Call the lodging desk directly: (508) 347-3313 Mention the group name: New England Santa Society to reserve discounted rate We are also looking to get a room block at the Holiday Inn Express-stay tuned for updates.