No one outgrows the thrill of meeting Santa!

Santa Claus will be taking some time off from his busy December schedule to visit the House of the Good Shepherd Retirement Community in Hackettstown on Saturday, Dec. 5, so residents and visitors of all ages can spend some quality time with jolly St. Nick.

This free event is open to the public and includes time with Santa, fresh baked assorted holiday cookies, hot chocolate, and even a goodie bag from Santa himself! Visitors are encouraged to bring their cameras and pose with Santa.

The fun takes place from 10 a.m. to 12 noon in The Lodge at The House.

The House of the Good Shepherd is located at 798 Willow Grove Street in Hackettstown, a half mile past Hackettstown Regional Medical Center. For more information call 908-684-5900. To learn more about The House, visit www.hotgs.org.