The city of Mesa may have started a new holiday tradition. The day after Thanksgiving, we lit the city Christmas tree as usual, but then afterwards we went into the Mesa Arts Center to enjoy some holiday entertainment - including the retelling of a true Mesa story - The Man Who Killed Santa Claus.

The Man Who Killed Santa Claus

["It's Always Cool in Mesa is a podcast that shares the stories behind some of Mesa, Arizona's most loved outdoor adventures, culinary treasures, and unique history. From Santa Claus falling to earth at the first Merry Main Street to today’s popular ice rink; a Mesa grocer swimming the dangerous communist infested waters of Viet Nam to paddle boarding down the Salt River; and why the Queen of England purchased plots at the City Cemetery. The stories of Mesa are fascinating!", 'It\'s Always Cool in Mesa is a podcast that shares the stories behind some of Mesa, Arizona\'s most loved outdoor adventures, culinary treasures, and unique history. From Santa Claus falling to earth at the first Merry Main Street to today\'s popular ice rink; a Mesa grocer swimming the dangerous communist infested waters of Viet Nam to paddle boarding down the Salt River; and why the Queen of England purchased plots at the City Cemetery. The stories of Mesa are fascinating!\n \n\t"I\'m excited to share with you some of the great places, people and stories I hear about as mayor. I\'ll feature locals who can help me shine a spotlight on some possibly unknown treasures in our city. You\'ll be delighted to discover all the ways Mesa can surprise you!" – Mesa Mayor John Giles']

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