By T.J. Hug
The Village Reporter
Taking time from his busy schedule and workshop duties, Kris Kringle decided to pay the Stryker Library a visit for the venue’s open house.
Always earger to please the children, Santa Claus resumed his traditional fare of allowing them to sit upon his lap and express their holiday wants and wishes. Mrs. Claus sat by his side, making conversation with kid and adult alike during the warm festivities of the open house. Most of the young ones in attendance loved seeing Saint Nicholas up close, though there were a few smaller ones a tad bit unsure of the jolly red stranger with the white beard.
But Santa wasn’t the only one to make an appearance at the library. Larry and Lilly Lion were also on hand, greeting children as they walked through the doors. They also took photos with kids to commemorate the open house.
Old holiday hymns bounced gently from the library walls as they were performed live at the event. The meeting room was used to shape crafts for the occasion. Kids colored pictures of Santa Claus, which were then wrapped around a kaleidoscope. Sugar cookies and punch were also made available for those on the scene.
Patrons were also treated to the warm smiles and gleeful attitudes of the library staff as they enthusiastically wandered about, eager to help anyone who needed it.
It seems Santa’s Helpers aren’t limited to just elves.
T.J. Hug can be reached at
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