Tis the season!

It's great to see you all getting into the holiday spirit. The decorations I have seen in the community are incredible! Driving through the neighborhood is always more enjoyable when I see the creativity and fun that everyone is having with their homes around the holidays.

Community Manager

I can't lie to y'all. I'm a little excited about the announcement I get to make this month...

I mean, I'm almost giddy...

I have two nephews, and I know they love NOTHING more than getting to tell Santa Clause how good they have been this year and what they want for Christmas. And I was a little worried about how we would be able to safely bring that magic to Sonoma Verde, given everything that is going on right now.

Then I found it...and could not possibly be happier!

We have partnered with the folks at Visit With Santa to bring Santa to Sonoma Verde virtually this year! I know we are all a little burned out on screen time this year, but this is an exciting and safe way to make sure Santa knows what we want this year.

Just to be sure, I booked a test call so that I could get my sister's honest review (she has 3 boys, and she's...frugal, so if she says it is worth it, then I believe her!), and my nephews LOVED it! She said that they were in awe getting to talk to Santa.

Parents or grandparents will fill out a quick questionnaire before the call, so Santa comes equipped with all the information needed to make the visit magical!

And what might be the best part for parents and family is that once your call is done you will be emailed a keepsake video, so you can share with family and friends or just re-watch it yourself.

I've worked with Visit With Santa to get the best deal possible, and the Association will be covering the majority of the cost of each call so that we can bring Santa to you for just $10 per call!

Once you register through the Eventbrite link below, you'll be sent a unique code to schedule and pay for your call with Santa. Each call will be around 5 minutes long, perfect for 2 or 3 children to get some time to talk to Santa. If you have more than 3 children, or want more time for each call, I recommend purchasing two visits.

I also highly recommend visitin the FAQ section at www.visitwithsanta.com; they do a fantastic job of answering the most common questions you'll have.

I hope you are as excited to share this magic with your kids and grandkids as I am! Below are my nephews, Ben and Owen, showing off their video call with Santa. You can see how giddy they are!

Happy Holidays!

Lifestyle Director

We have partnered with the folks at Visit With Santa to bring Santa to Sonoma Verde virtually this year! You can purchase a personalized video call with Santa to make sure he can still visit every kid in Sonoma Verde!

Register for your free ticket at the Eventbrite link above and you will receive a follow up email with a special one-time use code to purchase and schedule your discounted $10 video call with Santa Clause!

For more questions on Visit With Santa please visit their FAQ page.

This month we will be mixing some science and crafts with Rudolph Races!

*Spark* that curiosity for science, technology, engineering and math with a fun project dropped at your doorstep!

Spend some time with your Sonoma neighbors learning how to create craft cocktails, using easy to find ingredients.

You will be sent a complete cocktail creation guide prior to the class, so you will know exactly what you need to be ready. Learn bartending basics while becoming familiar with common bar tools.

It is sure to be a fun and educational night! Registration is required through the link above and will be open through December 10th!