Jim Pascarella was born to be Santa!
VIRTUAL VISITS:
I will respond to your request within 24 hours (usually much faster). If we agree on a date, time and service I will email you a short questionnaire that will give me all the details about your child (or children) to make our visit personal and memorable. I have high def camera, sound and lighting for a positive experience. I will record the visit and then send it to you afterward.
If you select the phone call, I will contact you before the actual call to remind you to change the caller ID to "Santa Claus" so when the call comes in they will be thrilled to see my name on your phone. Once the call is answered (suggest put it on Speaker) I will have a one-on-one conversation about them and what they hope for on Christmas morning, all the while you can record this via another phone. I will also answer any question they have about me and the North Pole, tell some Santa jokes and check my Naughty and Nice list (which I can guarantee they will be in the Nice column). The call will last around 5-7 minutes.
LIVE VISIT:
In addition to general meet and greet with photo ops , I also do home visits. My home visits usually consists of my arrival early enough to load up any gifts the host may have provided for the children (your choice). I burst in with a rousing "Ho,Ho,Ho" and suggest we sing some Christmas Carols. Then it's time to read a story (usually the Night Before Christmas) or two. I even perform a couple of Christmas themed magic tricks. This is followed by me handing out the gifts (and candy canes) individually allowing plenty of time for photos. We then take as many family photos as you like. An added feature that some folks request is the Naughty and Nice list. I talk with the adult a few days in advance and get all the necessary information (pet names, teacher names, hobbies etc) Of course every child ends up on the Nice list. For the budget conscious families, I also have a service which is a live video visit or phone call visit that centers around the information from the N & N list.
Ever since he was a little boy – the lights, the decorations, the baking, the presents, and especially Santa, have always resided in a special place in Jim's heart.
Jim has worked as a professional actor for the last 35 years at most of San Diego's theaters where he always received exceptional reviews and several auspicious best actor awards. He is a dad to three grown children, loves to travel with his wife of 47 years, and loves eating (especially Italian!).
Jim has been Santa in San Diego, California for the past twelve years, working at military bases, private homes, family parties, schools and day cares, country clubs, and businesses, bringing special attention and humor to every person he asks, "So what do you want Santa to bring you on Christmas?" There are several families who request him specifically because, "It wouldn't be our family Christmas without Santa Jim."
Jim is sensitive to the needs of every kind of child (and adult), and is 100% committed to everyone having a good experience and a fun, memorable time. His philosophy is simple: "I treat you and your family like you're my family."
"I love being Santa. My goal is to provide an experience for you and your loved ones that won't be forgotten. I'd love to be part of your Christmas family."
Testimonials:
"Jim was our surprise Santa at a gourmet dinner party we hosted last Christmas for several couples. He was the hit of the evening with everyone talking about how entertaining he was.
We highly recommend Santa Jim for any adult party you might be thinking about."
Mike & Cherie - 2016
"Santa Jim gets 20 out of 10 gold stars from me. I host an annual pancake breakfast for the families enrolled in my preschool. Santa Jim was our first Santa and he is the only Santa I want. His presence is what I imagine the real Santa's to be. There is something special about his eyes and the way he looks at, talks to, and sings with the children. We knew he wasn't the real Santa, but the parents and I still had to constantly remind ourselves that he wasn't. I could not take my eyes off him. My teenage granddaughters were also mesmerized. His essence and showmanship was incomparable. When my first annual event was over all the moms said, "Where did you find HIM?" I am so relieved to know that Santa Jim is now handling his own bookings. We LOVE LOVE LOVE Santa Jim. I guarantee you will also!"
Carole G. - 2017
The Fun Factory
Our kids are young (8, 6, 4) but skeptical. When Santa Jim arrived the entire experience was magical and fun for EVERYONE. The kids were mesmerized and the adults laughed. His presence added so much merriment and Christmas spirit to our evening!
Cari N. - 2018