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Get your child's picture taken with Santa Claus Saturday from 1:30p to 6 p.m. at Santa's House, at Dr. A.J. Chandler Park, in downtown Chandler. The best part of all for you parents is that its free.

It's a Wonderful Life is this month's movie, running Dec. 17 at the Peoria Sports Complex on 16101 North 83rd Avenue. The event also features a face painter, food, and other kids' activities. Bring a blanket, parking is free. Gates open at 6 p.m. and the movie begins at 7 p.m. Next month's showing is Spy Kids 3-D: Game Over.