While the real Santa Claus is probably busy getting ready for Christmas up at the North Pole, here in America thousands of his helpers can be found at malls, parties and more.

One of the helpers that Santa relies on in Erie is Tim Spaeder, former president of Wm. T. Spaeder .

Spaeder portrayed Santa the first time over 30 years ago at a family party, and he has continued to do so during the holiday season ever since.

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