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🇮🇹✨ Happy St. Joseph’s Day from Santa!
Santa, Holly, and Tinsel are taking a quick break from the North Pole workshop today to celebrate St. Joseph’s Day — and you know Santa has already claimed the first zeppole “for research purposes.” 🎅🍰 Holly decorated the workshop in red, white, and green, Tinsel is practicing his best Buona festa di San Giuseppe , and the reindeer are convinced this holiday is just an excuse for more snacks. Honestly… they might be right. 🦌😄 Wishing everyone a day filled with family, ki

Dave Di Vincenzo
4 days ago1 min read


🎅🍀 Happy St. Patrick’s Day from Santa, Holly, Butch, Paulie, and Tinsel! 🎄✨
The North Pole is glowing green today! The elves are dancing Irish jigs, Santa’s beard has a suspicious hint of green glitter, and Holly swears she saw a leprechaun trying to trade gold for cookies. Tinsel is still negotiating the exchange rate. 😉🍪🍀 🍀 St. Patrick’s Day Magic Wishing everyone a day filled with luck, laughter, and a little extra sparkle. Whether you’re celebrating with family, enjoying a shamrock shake, or just wearing your brightest green, Santa hopes your

Dave Di Vincenzo
6 days ago1 min read


🐈⬛😱It's Friday the 13th 👻 🐦⬛
Happy Friday the 13th, everyone! Around here, we don’t worry about bad luck — Santa says today is just a bonus day to smile a little bigger and be a little kinder. 🎅❤️ If you spot a black cat🐈⬛, a lucky penny🐈⬛, or anything that feels a bit mysterious 🧟♂️, take it as a good sign. Days like this remind us to slow down, laugh, and enjoy the fun in the unexpected. 😆 Wishing you a day full of good vibes, warm moments😊, and maybe even a little magic.🪄 Stay safe, stay coz

Dave Di Vincenzo
Mar 131 min read


🎄🚒 We’re officially 4 months away from Touch‑A‑Truck in Coal City! 🚓🎅
On Saturday, July 11 , from 10 AM to 3 PM , we’ll be rolling into Coal City Lions Park (460 S. Illinois Street) with emergency vehicles, public works equipment, military displays, show trucks, farm equipment, five giant inflatables , food trucks, live radio, and of course… Santa bringing the Christmas magic in July! Here’s a look at what’s rolling in: 🚓 Featured Participants Coal City Fire Protection District Coal City Police Department Grundy County EMA Morris Fire Protec

Dave Di Vincenzo
Mar 111 min read


🕐🌅 Santa’s Daylight Saving Time Update🔔🎅⭐
🎅✨ SANTA’S REMINDER Ho ho ho, my wonderful friends! Santa popping in with a cheerful reminder as we get ready for a brighter season ahead. 📅 Tonight — Daylight Savings Time ⏰ Set your clocks AHEAD 1 hour before bed so you’re right on time in the morning! 🕐💤 🕐As you’re setting those clocks tonight, take a moment to mark July 11 on your calendar so you don’t miss a moment of Touch the Truck. 🚒 🚚 🚜 🚓 🚑 📅 Touch‑A‑Truck & Time with Santa — July 11, 2026 Time: 1

Dave Di Vincenzo
Mar 71 min read


Well now, would you look at that—an entire day dedicated to Oreos!
🥛The elves are dunking, the reindeer are crunching, and Santa may or may not have cookie crumbs in his beard again. 😄🎅Wishing everyone a deliciously fun National Oreo Cookie Day! Spread the cheer one cookie at a time! ❤️ 🎄

Dave Di Vincenzo
Mar 61 min read


🎅✨ Touch‑A‑Truck Sponsor Spotlight: Bank of Pontiac – Coal City Branch! 👍📣
🎅🔔Ho‑ho‑hurray! Santa Claus Is Coming to Grundy County is excited to congratulate and thank the Bank of Pontiac, Coal City branch, for joining us as a Silver Sponsor for our 2nd Annual Touch‑A‑Truck event! Their support helps bring extra fun to our 9‑hole golf course activity, making the day even more magical for families across Grundy County. ⛳🎄🚒 Save the date! Santa's Touch‑A‑Truck rolls into town on Saturday, July 11, 2026 from 10 AM to 3 PM at the Coal City Lions Hal

Dave Di Vincenzo
Mar 41 min read


🎅✨ Ho Ho Ho, friends!It’s February 25th, which means we are officially 10 months away from Christmas!
Holly and Tinsel are already jingling with excitement, and they want YOU to save the date — July 11th! Our 2nd Annual Touch‑A‑Truck Coal City Lions Club 460 South Illinois Street, Coal City, IL 10 AM – 3 PM We are honored to welcome the U.S. Marines from Joliet’s Weapons Company, 2nd Battalion, 24th Marines . Come celebrate the 250th birthday of our great country with Santa, the elves, and some incredible vehicles up close! What’s rolling in? - Big trucks - Food trucks

Dave Di Vincenzo
Feb 261 min read


🎅✨ Happy National Margarita Day… Tomorrow! 🍹🚒
Santa & the Touch‑A‑Truck Team are gearing up for a little winter‑melting fun — because February 22 is tomorrow, and even the North Pole could use a tropical moment. Don’t worry… Santa keeps his margarita's after hours , elf‑approved , and nowhere near the fire trucks 😉❄️ But while we’re all dreaming of sunshine and salt‑rimmed glasses, Santa’s got a BIG reminder for all his favorite families: 🔥 SAVE THE DATE — Saturday, July 11th, 2026! The 2nd Annual Touch‑A‑Truck Event

Dave Di Vincenzo
Feb 211 min read


🎅✨ A North Pole Thank‑You to First Christian Church in Morris! ⛪❤️
Santa and the whole crew up North want to send a very special thank‑you to First Christian Church in Morris for your kindness and generosity year after year. Your church has become the cozy holiday home for our Evening With Santa, and we are so grateful for the way you open your doors — and your hearts — to the families we serve. The warmth inside your walls shines brighter than any Christmas light display. A heartfelt shout‑out to Pastor Scott Zorn for always welcoming Sant

Dave Di Vincenzo
Feb 181 min read


🎅🔥 Santa’s North Pole Crew Sends a Huge Thank‑You to the Coal City Fire Protection District! 🚒✨
All of us up North want to recognize the Coal City Fire Protection District for their incredible partnership this past year. Whether it’s rolling in with those unmistakable orange trucks at Touch‑A‑Truck or helping spread Christmas cheer during our 1st Responder & Santa Parades, this team always brings heart, pride, and community spirit. Your firefighters keep the magic glowing bright all year long, and families across Grundy County feel it. A special shout‑out to Chief Jim

Dave Di Vincenzo
Feb 181 min read


🎅❤️ A Big North Pole Thank‑You to the Coal City Police Department! 🚓❄️
Santa and the entire team up North want to give a HUGE shout‑out to the Coal City Police Department for all their support throughout the past year. Having them as part of our Touch‑A‑Truck event and our 1st Responder / Santa Neighborhood Parades is truly an honor. Your partnership helps us bring joy, safety, and Christmas magic to families all across Grundy County. A special thank‑you to Chief Imhoff and Deputy Chief Dave Moran for everything you do for the community — Sant

Dave Di Vincenzo
Feb 181 min read


🎉🍕 It is National Pizza Day🍕🎉
Happy National Pizza Day, Santa and the Elves Forget the heartburn and indigestion — today’s the day to throw down a slice… or an entire pie if you’re feeling bold. Santa doesn't judge. Me and the Elves have been known to make a several whole pizzas disappear faster than a plate of cookies And hey… If you’re still recovering from that Super Bowl hangover, a hot, cheesy slice might just be the miracle cure you didn’t know you needed Have a fantastic day, friends! — Santa Dave

Dave Di Vincenzo
Feb 91 min read



Dave Di Vincenzo
Feb 40 min read


🎅✨ AN EVENING WITH SANTA — THANK YOU, GRUNDY COUNTY & PICTURES UPDATE! ✨🎄
Last Saturday night, An Evening with Santa was filled with smiles, laughter, and unforgettable Christmas memories. Seeing families come together to enjoy the magic of the season is exactly why we do what we do. A heartfelt thank-you to everyone who attended and helped make the night so special. From the warm holiday atmosphere to the joy on every child’s face, it was truly a night to remember. Special thanks to our amazing North Pole team:🎄 Butch & Paulie for keeping every

Dave Di Vincenzo
Dec 15, 20251 min read


🎄 An Evening with Santa – Attendance Update!🎄
🎄 Folks, the numbers are in for An Evening with Santa this past Saturday night at First Christian Church of Morris (FCC), Morris, IL — and what an incredible evening it was! ✨ Thank you to everyone who braved the cold ❄️ and the weather to be part of Grundy County’s BIGGEST & BEST Christmas event of the year 🎅🎄. With the final count confirmed by our photographer Noel Eschenbaum 📸, we welcomed over 900 people through the doors to enjoy holiday cheer with Santa and Mrs

Dave Di Vincenzo
Dec 15, 20251 min read


Officially 2 weeks until An Evening with Santa in Morris.
👍🙏🎅Can you give Holly and Tinsel a LIKE & SHARE for this post? It is official. 14 days until Santa Claus is Coming to Grundy County proudly presents our 🎁 8th Annual Evening with Santa! 🎁 🎄✨ It’s time for magic, memories & merry-making! ✨🎄 📆 Saturday, December 13 | 3 – 7 PM 📍 FCC Morris IL (First Christian Church Morris IL) - 455 W. Southmor Rd., Morris, IL We’re bringing the North Pole indoors — warm, cozy, and bursting with Christmas cheer! 🌟 👋 Meet your favorite

Dave Di Vincenzo
Nov 29, 20251 min read


🛑🔊Santa's Future 1st Responder Scholarship Program Online Application Closes Tomorrow!🛑🔊
🛑🔊📆November 30 is the last day is apply online for Santa's Future 1st Responder Scholarship Program.👍👍 🚨🎅 LIKE & SHARE to Support Santa's Future 1st Responders Scholarship Program 2025! 🎅🚨 We’re proud to help inspire the next generation of local heroes. Santa’s Future 1st Responders Scholarship Program is now accepting applications for 2025! 📚👨🚒👮♀️ If you know a student passionate about becoming a firefighter, EMT, police officer, or other first responder, plea

Dave Di Vincenzo
Nov 29, 20251 min read


Subject: 🎓 Help Share Santa’s Future 1st Responder Scholarship
Santa here! 🎅 I’m reaching out to ask for your help in spreading the word about our 3rd Annual Future 1st Responder Scholarship — a program created to support students and current first responders who are pursuing education or training to serve their communities as firefighters, police officers, EMTs, or in other public safety roles. This scholarship helps offset educational and training costs for both future and existing first responders who are continuing their education

Dave Di Vincenzo
Nov 14, 20251 min read


7 days to go for Santa's Family Movie Night
🎅✨ Only 7 Days to Go! Santa’s 1st Annual Family Movie Night! 🎥❄️ Join us on Thursday, November 21st at @fccmorris for a magical evening the whole family will love! 🍿 Showtimes: 🎞️ Old School short starts at 6:30 PM 🎬 Frozen begins around 7:00 PM 🎟️ Reserve your seats now — only 100 left! 👉 Get your tickets here 🍬 Treat yourself with candy and popcorn from @sweettoothmorris and enjoy ice cream from Sweet Treats & Tasty Eats ! Bring your family, friends, and hol

Dave Di Vincenzo
Nov 14, 20251 min read
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