Santa at this time of year is hard to keep up with but he took time out of his busy schedule to pay a visit to Southampton and take part in the annual parade that bears his name.
Hundreds of people lined High Street in anticipation and the younger ones were beside themselves as they waited for Santa to appear.
Just as the parade appeared, a light snowfall began that added to the wintry holiday season.
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Southampton Legion Colour Guard led the parade …
… followed by the Air Cadet Griffin Squadron led by Commander Bruce Schloeter (L)
Service groups a big part of community
Pre-parade everyone lined up for free hot dogs and apple cider from Saugeen Shores Rotary Club
Amanda and John were kept busy brewing hot apple cider
Saugeen Shores Rotary Club float
Southampton Rotary Club with Bearama aboard
Salvation Army is always there
Special Olympics a big part of parades
Special Olympians …
… marched with Saugeen Shores Police
Special Olympian medal winner Jeremy Kranenburg handed out candy
Familiar faces
Southampton’s Grande Dame, Jane Kramer
Pat O’Connor in for MP Ben Lobb
Minor hockey players excited
Upcoming Senior golf around the corner
(L) Deputy Mayor Diane Huber and Councillor Cheryl Grace handed out treats
Evan Vatri, Program Director Bruce County Museum likes being in a parade
