Justin Miller, who must be about 25 years old now, had a close encounter with Santa in 1987. The Observer’s finest photographer ever, Chris Wood, got the picture.

I don’t know if there’s any public Santa visiting planned in Morenci this year. Kids might just have to take a chance and see what shows up Dec. 25.

In Lyons, Santa will make an appearance at the fire hall, as always, after the parade Dec. 8. This year’s parade starts at 5:30.

In Fayette, Dec. 15 is the day for a Santa visit. He’s going to tough it out this year and talk to kids outside on the Village Green.