Santa in the north suburbs, kicking off the holiday season

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Amid cold temperatures and rounds of snowfalls, Santa and Mrs. Claus made their way to town in several north suburban towns in recent days, frolicking with families, kicking off holiday cheer over cups of hot chocolate and helping to illuminate holiday trees.

Norridge

Families gathered just days after Thanksgiving and welcomed Santa to Norridge. The town held a tree lighting, and families visited with Santa — kids making their holiday wishes known and checking in the St. Nick to ensure they were on the right list.

Morton Grove

Amid the bang of drums and other festive sounds, Santa arrived in Morton Grove Saturday morning during a parade that stepped off from Greenwood Street and Milwaukee Avenue and ended at the Prairie View Community Cente