If anyone needs help with signing up for this conference. I am here to help you. My name is Russell Albright II, and I am the vice-president of Norpac. I also run the website for our group, and am the one of the people behind the scenes trying to get this conference off of the ground. The registration is open to all that wish to join. If you have any troubles joining, please let me know here or email me at vice-president@norpac-santas.org Here is the registration link: https://www.norpac-santas.org/2020-conference-workshop-registration/

A great learning experience for ALL Christmas performers. Come experience this event with us.

Check this out. A great opportunity for some top notch trainin courtesy NORPAC Santa's https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.norpac-santas.org%2F2020-conference-workshop-registration%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR1cIG_LwrUSpnXp8eRiyZDzCogWG2oDRvLvTyNdFrhpsiSNTUfzD5d02XM&h=AT0kDz9JvpO8hDq7C1zF459gNRM3CvsWcOB6aSe-iinecOJcknyCvoX5M8RBJGwoTNEy8jpKEVvPoJhec66BbwsLdGghVHIJypJv64X_McJp01r52_pHSkl3vhSbFJOWag&__tn__=H-y1.g-R&c[0]=AT21a-wI4GHIP3A34VWIP16MTygsmzTEU2STky_hCQHn2v84kAvI2n1nPzlc2Xvn3K8ToExDP-yrQrcM2lSj0tMBG89oFPA7_K6J8GVXSQLGb4aCCijQNh-lXAPZBQP2M2ir8traDRzDspGB3_2kIMEpHuE-NWbTzU9jGIcXM-2LJOWjRlcLvnTZEflP4HrT0fHZzPsYvh0n-tNOBCJOUMX402ipPHEi6nsx1yncPCA1GfdZdQxVsWC5hMLa5LEhhS2l61ndnmmTJm3gHtQiHcrgztEv33a-Z3h07QHAGuhNAmsN

Check it out. NORPAC has a look on the web. https://www.norpac-santas.org/

Great news. We just heard from Stephen Gillham of The Brothers Claus and they have met the minimum number of 20 registered to bring their 2 day workshop here to the Seattle area! They can take 15 more if you’re interested. https://www.thebrothersclaus.com/…/seattle-wa-minimum-regis… To Register online May 16 & 17 at the Hampton Inn near Sea-Tac Airport.

Great turn out for the NORPAC membership meeting. We elected new officers and shared story's from the past season. Ron Kearns - Chairman, Russell Albright - Vice Chair Jerry Galland - Secretary Dennis Gorley - Treasurer

General Membership Meeting *Founding Member Plaque presentation for Dennis Simpson. *Elections for new board members to be held Billy McHale's 1320 S 324TH ST, FEDERAL WAY, WA Saturday, February 01, 2020 12:00pm - 3:00pm

Thank you Jerry for the kind words. You have also been a great asset to our NORPAC organization!

Yes he is. Trever has done a great job. He has grown so much during his reign, as has our group under his leadership. NORPAC will have election of officers and board this Saturday. (see post with event details) At the present time there are not many stepping forward, due to a variety of reasons, to take on the group leadership positions.

??? Is he stepping down?

NORPAC members were very lucky to have Santa Trever as our Chairman for the last few years. Under his leadership the group has grown, we are inclusive of all, Great work Trever. Thank you. You will be missed.

As one of my last acts as Chairman of NORPAC SANTAS, I asked the Executive Board for a Suggested Motion to make a donation to ClausNet from the organization's treasury. The motion was carried by the board by unanimous vote and the donation has been made. I know that ClausNet has been a valuable tool for many of our members in making themselves the best Christmas Performers they can be including myself. Trever Waltos NORPAC SANTAS Chairman

October 4th & 5th, 2019 Great Wolf Lodge Grand Mound, Washington ROOM BOOKING AT GREAT WOLF LODGE AND WORKSHOP REGISTRATION OPEN FRIDAY AUGUST 9TH NORPAC-SANTAS.ORG NORPAC Workshop registration 2019 (1).pdf

Pacific Northwest Santa's come join the Santa's of NORPAC at their 10th annual Conference, There will be informative and educational sessions along with fun and games. Something for everyone. Hope to see you there October 4th and 5th. Great Wolf Lodge, Grand Mound, Washington

Saturday August 3, 2019 Santa Ernie’s house 8 Creekwood Ln SW Lakewood, WA 98499 12:00 noon There will be a gas grill available for you to cook hamburgers and hot dogs that you bring. Please bring your own meat, bread and a dish to share. The following items will be provided: paper plates, cups, plastic ware, ketchup, mustard, relish, lettuce, tomatoes, salt, pepper, water, soda and unsweetened ice tea. Please bring your own lawn chairs and if you like wading…we have a creek for you. You will need water shoes and towels. Santa Ernie will be out front helping to park cars. We can get quite a few in the driveway and the overflow in a neighbor's (#12) driveway. We will be in the back yard and side yard (behind the garage). Come through the house or walk around when you get here. Shopping is available in Lakewood at: The Lakewood Costume Shop 5932 Lake Grove St SW Lakewood, 98499 and The B & I Shopping Center 8012 S Tacoma Way Lakewood, 98499 Directions: from I-5 take the Gravelly Lake Drive exit #124 and head west Take the second right turn at Nyanza Rd. Turn right at 116th St SW (last turn before traffic signal) Take the first right at Woodbine Ln SW Take the first left at 118th St SW This street becomes Creekwood Ln SW We are at the end at #8 on the left. The number is on the mailbox and post and front door.

NORPAC had a great meeting on Saturday. Mark your calendar for the summer BBQ in Lakewood on August 3rd. Also the first weekend in October the NORPAC annual workshop at Great Wolf Lodge. Educational sessions. Santa Ed Taylor is a presenter. Our 10th Annual Northwest Santa Workshop we will be doing something special on Friday night to recognize some of those who have helped get us where we are today. Hope to see you at a NORPAC happening soon

Hi All! Don't forget about Norpac's General Membership Meeting this Saturday at Billy McHales's 1320 S 324TH ST, FEDERAL WAY, WA Noon to 3:00PM Hope to see you there.

S.N. This is the first year we have meet the first week of October. We were doing it the first week of November but many of the NORPAC members are busy that first weekend so it was moved to the October dates. So yes it is a yearly event and has been at Great Wolf every year. With all the kids that are there it is a good venue for Santa's to get their chops tuned up for the upcoming season. I would encourage you to check the NORPAC web site and see dates for our general membership meetings. They are fun and informative. We would love to have a visitor.

I don't think I will be able to make it this year. Is this an annual event and is it always in the same place?

I have heard via the Tundra Telegraph that Jonathan will be doing an interview for his podcast series while at the NORPAC conference. Around the toy shop the Elfs who will be going with Santa to Great Wolf are getting more excited every day. Talking about visiting with all of their Santa friends and playing in the water.

The time of our 9th Annual Northwest Santa Workshop is rapidly approaching! If you plan to join us October 5th & 6th, now is the time to make it happen. As with past Workshops and NORPAC gatherings, it will be a fun filled weekend full of learning, networking, fellowship, seeing old friends and making new ones. We will have special guest speakers giving workshops on various topics all pertaining to us as Christmas Performers. If you plan to stay with us at Great Wolf Lodge, room reservations must be made directly with Great Wolf Lodge prior to Sept 4th 2018 to receive discounted rates. Please use booking code 1018Santa when making reservations online at www.greatwolf.com/grand-mound/plan or by phone at 1-866-941-9653. King Suite (1 king and 1 hide-a bed) max 4 persons $129.00 Family Suite (2 queen and 1 hide-a-bed) max 6 persons $129.00 for 4 (additional cost per person beyond 4) If you want to join us for the 9th Annual Northwest Santa Workshop but do not wish to stay at Great Wolf Lodge, we have secured a block of rooms at the brand new Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott down the street and just minutes from Great Wolf Lodge. The rooms are $129 - $149 a night plus tax and you must book by Sept 14th 2018. Here is the reservation link to make online reservations: https://www.marriott.com/meeting-event-hotels/group-corporate-travel/groupCorp.mi?resLinkData=NORPAC%20Santas%5EOLMRO%60NORNORA%7CNORNORB%7CNORNORC%60129.00-149.00%60USD%60false%606%6010/4/18%6010/7/18%6009/14/18&app=resvlink&stop_mobi=yes We will do another ornament exchange again this year ( make sure to bring a ornament ) as well as a gift basket raffle. If you would like to donate a gift basket or any items for the registration bags, please email Trever at santat@comcast.net. Please send registration and fees to: Dennis Gorley 18221 NE 176th St Woodinville, WA 98072 Make Checks payable to: NORPAC SANTAS or via PayPal on the PayPal tab on the NORPAC website. * Please provide a digital copy of registation form to dennisgorley@comcast.net Attached to this email you will find a Workshop flyer as well as a registration form if needed. For more information or if you have any questions please contact: Trever Waltos email:santat@comcast.net cell ph. 253-732-1482 or go to www.norpac-santas.org

It's going to be great fun Johnathan - I can't wait!!

I am thankful for the opportunity to visit with my brothers and sisters in red up north! I look forward to meeting you face to face and having an opportunity to learn with you and share in our love for what we do. Let’s have a blast.