Friday, January 25, 2013
In this column, you ask questions, and Patch finds the answers.
The big topic on everyone's mind these days is Lord's Department Store, the iconic downtown store is closing next month after 73 years in business. We know how the closing will affect adults, but one Patch reader said it will also affect children, and asked, "What about Santa? "Not sure if any other Medfield moms are wondering but, what about Santa?...For as long as we've lived here, we've taken our children to see Santa on the first Friday in December. I have all the old Polaroids dated, and I treasure them and the experience itself. My kids labor over their Christmas lists which they go over with Santa in as much detail as they can on that evening! The man in the suit may have changed over the years but Santa's backdrop and the "throne…
Monday, December 24, 2012
Find out if St. Nick is in your neck of the woods yet.
NORAD maps Santa's travels each year, so make sure to log on and keep an eye on the Big Guy as he approaches Medfield. Ho, ho, ho...Merry Christmas!
Find out if St. Nick is in your neck of the woods yet.
NORAD maps Santa's travels each year, so make sure to log on and let your children know when he's near!
Tuesday, December 18, 2012
Readers have been uploading photos of the jolly old fellow for nearly a week. We've crowned our winner.
We received dozens of great photos that captured youngsters' (and even pets') moments with Santa Claus. But we could only choose one as the winner of our weekly photo contest, which gives readers the chance to win a $25 gift card. Our winner this week depicts moments that are familiar to many parents who eagerly bring their children to meet St. Nick, much to the chagrin of their less-than-pleased children. Congratulations to Kathryn Duplessis, who submitted the photo. We will be contacting you, Kathryn, to make arrangements for you to receive your prize. Thanks to all who entered!
Sunday, December 16, 2012
Monday is the deadline to enter our contest, which gives you the chance to win a gift card.
Our weekly photo contest is going strong, with readers sharing their photos of Santa. If you haven't entered yet, it's not too late. The deadline to upload photos in the contest is 6 p.m. tomorrow (Monday). So, if you haven't shown us your Santa pictures yet, simply click on this link and follow the easy instructions to upload. (Please make sure to follow the above link to enter the contest; while you are welcome to upload pictures here, this is not the contest page and therefore your photos won't count as an official entry.) The winner gets a $25 gift card to a local business. Good luck! We can't wait to see your pictures!
Wednesday, December 12, 2012
The jolly old fellow has been making stops at malls and events all over the region. Upload pictures with him for a chance at a $25 gift card.
Santa has had a busy schedule in the MetroWest area this month. (See our map for all the places he has been or will be.) In our photo contest this week, we want to see your photos with or of Santa. So, whether it's that great shot you snapped of your less-than-thrilled toddler on his lap, or the picture you captured as he waved from his sled in an area parade, upload away. Our weekly contest, with a different theme starting each Wednesday, allows eligible participants the chance to win a $25 gift card to a local business. Photos must be uploaded by 6 p.m. Eastern Time on Monday, Dec. 17. You may enter as many photos as you'd like. If you like a particular photo, voice your support for it in the comments. The winner, chosen by Patch …
Monday, December 3, 2012
Use your holiday wit to tell us what you think.
This photograph was one of hundreds taken at this year's Angel Run. When you see the picture, what's the first thing that comes to mind? Editor's thought: "Wait, wait, Santa -- just one more thing." We'd love to hear your thoughts! What do you think? Tell us in the comment section below.
Colleen M. Sullivan
8:59 am on Friday, January 25, 2013
As the photographer who has worked with Santa Claus these past 10 years or so at Lord's, I am also sad that this tradition will be no longer. I have many, many fond memories of young children's faces as they gazed up at Santa's face but also recall some screaming babies who were placed on his lap and wondered why? It has been a pleasure to be Santa's photographer for these many years and I will … more ›