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Welcome to The Alumni Site!

The Alumni Of Real Bearded Santas, "Santas Networking Together In Peace And Harmony," was created in February of 2009 by Santa Allen Keeney with permission of Santa Tom Hartsfield and is maintained by former members of the association once known as "The Amalgamated Order of Real Bearded Santas" or "AORBS" (1994 - 2007).

Originally intended for former members of AORBS, the "Alumni Site" has grown to include all men and women who have an interest in performing as Santa or Mrs. Claus. We are now sponsored by the Gang of 31, Santas Dedicated to Excellence.

People interested in the history AORBS, or any former AORBS members interested in discussing the history of AORBS with other past members and officers, can visit the Yahoo! Group SantaTalkATT. (http://groups.yahoo.com/group/SantaTalkATT) The moderators and members there can help answer any questions you may have on the subject.

On behalf of all the Moderators who work behind the scenes keeping this site fresh, updated, dynamic, fun and interesting we would like to say "Thank You!"

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"Hi Dave, I too have an Adele's suit that is almost 5 years old and aside from it needing to be re-furred, it is in great shape. It sounds like you could go through Adele's and talk to them about the problem or you can get it…"
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May 1, 1966

Please take the time to remember Charles W. Howard this week on the 46th anniversary of his final sleigh ride. Thank you Charlie for all you did and your legacy continues to do for the Santa Claus Community.Charles W. Howard was truly an American Original. Howard's professional Santa career is that of a legend. He was born in the house that he would live in his entire life. The small town boy never left Albion, New York, except to venture out to be Santa. Howard first played Santa as a boy in a…See More
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Santa Randy & Debra Ann replied to Dave Allen's discussion BLEADING ON THE FUR
"Wow, I am very surprised you have had this trouble.   Santa Randy owns 3 suits by Adele's of Hollywood.   We have never ever experienced this problem.  His suits have been worn in the rain & snow and…"
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Dave Allen posted a discussion

BLEADING ON THE FUR

   HAS ANYONE ELSE HAD TROUBLE WITH THE RED BLEADING ON THE FUR JUST FROM  THE RED TOUCHING IT. THIS IS AN ADELS SUIT AND I CANN'T SEAM TO GET A RESPONSE FROM THEM. I ONLY WORE IT ONE SEASON...CLEANER TRIED TO REMOVE IT BUT COULD'NT.. IF ANYONE KNOWS A CURE PLEASE LET ME KNOW..     THANK YOU                                             SANTA DAVE See More
Apr 29
Dave Allen commented on Jac Grimes's blog post Invoking The Santa Clause
"I'M WITH GORDEN - AND  IF ONE DOES'T BELIEVE . PLEASE USE THE (ESCAPE CLAUSE) . And by this I mean. If one is only out for the monitar gain and could care less about the true reason we were called.  Then by all means use thy Escape…"
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Lyle Kroon is now a member of The Alumni of Real Bearded Santas
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Dan L Simpson commented on Stephen J Bailey (aka/Santa Steve of Georgia)'s event April 2012 - Peachtree Santas Meeting
"Sorry I will miss the first meeting since I joined....but I'll be at the next one!"
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Dan L Simpson posted a status
"Thanks for the Welcome! Just trying to find my way around. This is all new to me."
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Santa Rick Davis commented on michael bovill's blog post gathering in Indiana
"Jim Yellig's Santa Work Shop Santa Claus Indiana This is the link for the web page.   http://santaclausworkshop.webs.com/santaclausworkshop.htm I copied this excert from the website.   For any interested or potential vendors who…"
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BLEADING ON THE FUR 2 Replies

   HAS ANYONE ELSE HAD TROUBLE WITH THE RED BLEADING ON THE FUR JUST FROM  THE RED TOUCHING IT. THIS IS AN ADELS SUIT AND I CANN'T SEAM TO GET A RESPONSE FROM THEM. I ONLY WORE IT ONE…Continue

Started by Dave Allen in Wardrobe. Last reply by Santa Gordon #19 May 6.

May 1, 1966

Please take the time to remember Charles W. Howard this week on the 46th anniversary of his final sleigh ride. Thank you Charlie for all you did and your legacy continues to do for the Santa Claus…Continue

Started by Santa Claus Oath in General May 1.

Hand made Santa Clothes 3 Replies

Can some one please give me the e-mail address of the loveley Lady that comes to the Peachtree Santa Meetings that makes Santa vest and shirts ect.  I think she lives around woodstock, ga.  Santa Ed…Continue

Started by Santa Ed Largin in Wardrobe. Last reply by Santa Rick Davis Apr 17.

Mug Shots 1 Reply

Calling all Santas: For the Reunion XVIII  http://santareunion.webs.com/ we want your photo then and now. We will post them to be matched up by the…Continue

Started by Allen Keeney in General. Last reply by michael bovill Apr 14.

Time for action

April is National Child Abuse Month and I found this on another site with the request to pass it on.The legislative committee has been advised of a bill in the Kansas state legislature entitled “The…Continue

Started by Allen Keeney in Wardrobe Mar 31.

MATTED FUR 5 Replies

 My suit came back from the cleaners with all my fluffy white fur all matted. Does anyone have a remedy ?Continue

Started by Bill Perillo in Wardrobe. Last reply by Karrie L. Whitman Feb 16.

Beard whitening 6 Replies

Most generally those of us who possess a naturally white beard, find the area around our mouths to be the most dissatisfying.  Some of us sometimes look like those dogs with grundgy hair around their…Continue

Started by Robert Kobs in Hair & Beard Care. Last reply by Glenn Rowe Jan 19.

When should you bleach your hair and beard ?

I have never bleached my hair or beard before and dont know the procedure or how long it takes ,I would hate to try it right before the season and it not do right but I also do not know if onece you…Continue

Started by Linder in Hair & Beard Care Jan 10.

A List of Good Suit Vendors 7 Replies

Yes, we all have heard of Adele's. But what other suit vendors are out there? Can we start a list of them?

Tags: bells, gloves, glasses, fur, hats

Started by TaMara in Wardrobe. Last reply by Linder Jan 7.

Full-time Santa (in my dreams) 10 Replies

Have any of you been able to make the leap to full-time Santa? If so, how? What can one expect?I still have a decade to go before I can officilaly retire, but I'd love to go full tilt as Santa before…Continue

Started by Lee F Strong in General. Last reply by Santa Gordon #19 Jan 7.

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    About the "The Gang of 31"

    The Gang of 31 (or Go31 in shorthand) is a group of Santa and Mrs. Claus who are dedicated to excellence, professionalism, integrity and honesty. But Go31 members also remember that being Santa is supposed to be fun!

    The term "Gang of 31" was coined in June of 2008 by Santa Rob Figley. AT THE TIME, It refered to a list of 31 Santas and Mrs. Claus who were at various times persecuted for their continued loyal support of the original AORBS association (1994-2007) and its administration.

    Today, the Go31 is a group of Santas and Mrs. Claus who are dedicated to the art and craft of Christmas Performing. Members can be found in Santa-related leadership positions both locally and at the national level.

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    Posted by Santa Rob Figley on April 17, 2012 at 1:56am

    gathering in Indiana

    Hello,

    How can I recieve information regarding the gathering in Indiana...I would like to be a vendor.

    We are a wholesaler of Christmas items. Santa's naughty or nice crystal ball, Reindeer on the Roof, Adopt an Elf and of course Tracker "Santa's Puppy"

    you can see them at www.imaginarykidz.com

    thank you

    Michael Bovill

    Posted by michael bovill on April 14, 2012 at 3:39am — 2 Comments

    Santa Work shop

    I'm looking forward to my first work shop.  Can't wait to meet fellow Santa's learn from everyone.

    Posted by Jon on April 11, 2012 at 11:13am

    FORBS New England Chapter Organization Meetings Planned

    FORBS New England Chapter Organization Meetings Planned

    We are planning at least three meetings around different parts of New England to establish an organization of Santas from throughout the region. Each will offer a chance to meet & share with your brother Santas, provide information & discussion on the new organization, and include an informational program as well.



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