Places to Spot Santa this Weekend

We've got your Saturday all planned out, packed with holiday fun and opportunities to hang out with the jolly man himself. If you're not in the holiday spirit by the end of the day....

 and Holiday Open House, 9 a.m.

Start off your day by stopping into thefor a visit with Mr. and Mrs. Claus. Grab some treats on your way out the door to the city's Christmas parade and tree lighting. Stake out a spot along Central to watch the parade, which kicks off fromat 11 a.m.

, 11 a.m.

The parade kicks off at 11 a.m., from, and treks down Central Avenue to . Don't miss out on the city's official tree lighting at the gazebo, and the announcement of the Trim-a-Tree contest winners. From the gazebo, plod on over to the for refreshments and another chance to hang out with Mr. and Mrs. Claus. Don't forget to bring along your unwrapped toy for the , or some non-perishable items for the . The event is free.

Battle of the Badges, 10 a.m.–2 p.m.

Don't skip the Battle of the Badges at Fire Station 1. If you haven't signed up yet for the community blood drive, that's OK. Walk-ins are welcome to the drive, which is sponsored by the Oak Forest Rotary Club, and , though appointments will be honored first. Don't forget your photo ID.

Holiday Sounds of , 5 p.m.

Santa will probably have already headed home for the day, but you won't want to miss this. The free show at the high school includes performances from the jazz and symphonic bands, in addition to the different choirs. The show starts at 5 p.m., in the main gym, and lasts until about 7 p.m.