Skaters enjoy visit from Santa Claus

SANTA AND FRIENDS Kyle Kristmanson and Dylan Sitko were two of the many participants who enjoyed skating with Santa on Sunday at the Comox Valley Regional District's Everyone Welcome skate Sunday at the sports centre.

Skaters enjoy visit from Santa Claus

Kris Kringle guest of honour at Comox Valley Regional District's Everyone Welcome skate

Dec. 15, 2013 3:00 p.m.
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