Mrs. Tanner takes Christmas VERY seriously. When Santa dropped by the Tanner Family Christmas to hand out toys to the little boys and girls, Mrs. Tanner decided she needed a moment on Santa's lap. He listened intently as Mrs. Tanner laid out what was needed for Christmas to be perfect this year.

The "Real Santa" is crazy busy today because tonight he has to hop in his sleigh and travel at the speed of light, maybe faster, to visit every little boy and girl in the world. 

NORAD, The North American Aerospace Defense Command, is reprising its annual role of tracking Santa as he speeds around the world. You can watch Santa on his journey at www.noradsanta.org. So snuggle up with Mom and Dad, drink some yummy hot chocolate or egg nog, and watch with millions of others as Santa brings Christmas cheer to every child.

It's a wonderful Christmastime! That's the theme of this year's Twist & Shout Christmas Concert. Heather Hunt, the show's director and Mrs. Claus were college roommates, so Miss Heather called Mrs. Claus and the deal was done. Santa Claus will be at this year's Christmas Concert in Spanish Fork, Utah!

TWO NIGHTS -- TWO SHOWS filled with song and dance dedicated to Christmas.

COST: Free!

December 14, 2012 - 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

December 15, 2012 - 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

American Leadership Academy
898 West 1100 South
Spanish Fork, UT

with Special Guests

Ryann Race of So You Think You Can Dance, Season 4

Island Dolls (world renowned dance troupe)

The Twist & Shout gang has prepared an amazing Christmas concert for you, the best they've put on yet. Art Director, Heather Hunt, is at her best this year as is every member of the group. From the adorable 3 to 6-year-old boys, to the men and women, each group has prepared wonderful numbers celebrating the Christmas season.

Ryann Race is a frequent guest performer of Twist & Shout concerts. He and Heather go back a long way, and he is a favorite with Twist & Shout audiences. His popping and locking amaze everyone from the youngest to the oldest audience members.

Island Dolls was created by reknowned choreographer Ammon Kai Kamai and run by Tahitian Master, Merehau Teragahau Kamai. Island Dolls perform in various events sharing the Polynesian culture as well as their modern twist to the Tahitian culture. They've graced stages from Las Vegas to Radio City Hall, from Tokyo to London.. They've toured with MTV and pop stars, and are delighted to be joining Twist & Shout for their Christmas celebration.

And now Santa will be there as well. The concert is free, so bring all your family and friends and enjoy the song, dance and laughter. And then, if you so desire, you may have your picture taken with the "Real Santa."

Contact Mrs. Claus by emailing her, or calling her at 801-473-5232.

A story that has rarely been told is when Santa Claus went to worship the Baby Jesus at the manger. Oh, long after the Three Wisemen, shepherds and angels had left, Santa flew quietly into Bethlehem to honor the Baby Jesus. After all, time means nothing to Santa. He can fly his reindeer to the past and into the future. And one particularly difficult Christmas in 1942, Santa decided to go to Bethlehem on that oh so holy night long ago. He wanted a reminder as to why he did what he did, for Jesus had inspired him to share love, joy, and laughter throughout the world.

It was many years before Santa realized that sacred moment had been captured in a beautiful painting by a famous artist.

So on Christmas morning, one month from today, don't forget that you're also celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ as much as you are excited about the gifts you've received. 

Merry Christmas from the North Pole.

Looks to me like Santa decided to drop by a party and the kids took their opportunity to grab a picture with their favorite jolly old elf.

Well, we promised we would post the pictures if you could get Santa Claus to take one with you, and Andy and Lexi took us up on it!

It appears this picture was taken the year of the "Beard Incident." It's not one we like to talk about, but I have referred to it in early postings. One day we'll have to tell the entire story, but today is not that day. We're crazy busy getting ready for the busiest night of the year. Santa does drop in here and there while the elves work to get as many toys made as possible before Santa's departure on December 24th.

If you want Santa to come to your party, call Mrs. Claus at 801-473-5232 to schedule it. Yeah, Mrs. Claus is the one that keeps things humming while Santa works spreading joy around the world.

Merry Christmas to one and all. Remember, Christmas is about family, friends, music, gifts and fun music. But remember, first and foremost, we are celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ on that first Christmas 2,012 years ago.

Santa received this letter from one of his favorite families to visit every year. Mrs. Tanner likes to dress up as Mrs. Santa. This year was the year of the unfortunate "chimney incident" but Santa rocks it either way!

We have a big Christmas party every year on the 23rd of December. Ever since we moved to Santaquin we have had the privilege of having the "REAL SANTA" come to our home for our family party. My granddaughter, who is 9, told her mother and her friends that she see's people that are dressed up like Santa, but the "Real Santa" comes to her Grandma and Grandpa's house every year! And he does. He is the best ever and treats our grandchildren so cute. He takes the time to learn all their names (of course by now he knows them all) and makes them feel so special. He has a real beard and looks so great! He is just the best and we all love him and we know you will too. He will always be "Our Santa Claus"...because he is worth it!

Santa had a wonderful experience at the store on his way home from a Christmas Party one year. Mrs. Claus had called and asked Santa to pick up some necessary amenities for their lodge at the North Pole. So Santa dropped by his local Walmart and a sweet baby girl just about stripped her gears. This moment was forever captured in time, and is one of Santa's favorite memories.

You may notice Santa's beard is a little funky, he had a close call going down a chimney that year. It's all grown back in now, but thank goodness for the elves. They whipped Santa up a beard in no time.