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With a police and fire escort, Santa Claus visited Santa Monica on Sunday, December 10, bestowing hugs and loves to children in different locations throughout the city. Children got to explore a decorated fire engine as well as have a moment of togetherness with Santa. Joy Calderon (pictured), 6, of Venice, asked Santa what he wanted for Christmas. “Time off” was the answer. photo by Margaret Molloy

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