The Habersham County Parks and Recreation Department brought festive cheer and served more than 130 Habersham County residents on December 16 with its second-annual Breakfast with Santa.
Children and families came together for a morning of merrymaking and making memories.
The aroma of hot chocolate and pancakes filled the air as guests arrived, eagerly anticipating their encounter with the big man in red. Children’s faces lit up with delight as they drew and colored alongside Santa, sharing Christmas wishes and festive fun. Laughter echoed through the room as everyone indulged in a delectable pancake bar overflowing with delicious fixings like Christmas sprinkles, marshmallows, and whipped cream.
Santa took time to chat with each child, posing for photos and spreading holiday cheer, with his booming voice and twinkling eyes.
Habersham County Parks and Recreation Department Director Brooke Whitmire stated, “We’re thrilled with the turnout and positive feedback from our second-annual Breakfast with Santa,” She added, “Seeing the community come together to celebrate the holidays and create lasting memories with Santa is what this event is all about.”
Whitmire praised her employees for their efforts, “I’m blessed with a wonderful staff. This event would not have been such a hit this year without their hard work and planning.”
Offered free to the community, Breakfast with Santa is quickly becoming a cherished Habersham County tradition, Whitmire said, adding the Parks and Recreation staff looks forward to continuing this popular program in the years to come, spreading holiday cheer, and fostering community spirit with each pancake and joyful encounter with Santa.
“The joy on the faces of children receiving personal greetings from Santa was truly heartwarming, making the event a resounding success,” Whitmire said.
