
Midtown St. Louis is getting into the holiday spirit with a special visit from Santa Claus, thanks to City Foundry retailers, Esther & Mila and The Injection Bar. Families and visitors can visit both stores for festive photos with Santa on select Sundays this season, all to support Operation Food Search, a local nonprofit organization working to end childhood hunger in St. Louis. No advance registration needed.
“Instead of charging for photos, we’re asking people to bring canned goods or non-perishable food items as their ‘ticket’ to meet Santa,” said Cassandra Cheng-Lay, owner of The Injection Bar.
Santa Appearance Schedule:
Sunday, December 7 12:30 pm to 3:30 pm
Sunday, December 14 12:30 pm to 3:30 pm
Sunday, December 21 12:30 pm to 3:30 pm
Most Needed Food Drive Donations:
Light Tuna or Salmon (canned or packaged)
Canned Chicken or Meat
Soup, Chili, or Stews w/ Meat & Beans
Canned Fruit (in natural juices)
Diced Tomatoes
Tomato Paste
Canned Spaghetti Sauces (low sodium preference)
Canned Beans (low sodium preferred)
Instant Brown Rice
Whole Wheat Pasta
Boxed Meal Kits
Canned Vegetables
Dried Spices
Deodorant
Toothbrushes
Toothpaste