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Get Out: Polar Express Matinee, Brunch with Santa and More

Here's your quick guide to what's going on this weekend.

Posted Tue, Dec 18, 2012 at 4:05 am ET|Updated Thu, Dec 20, 2012 at 8:14 am ET

Are you looking for something to do this weekend? Check out these great local and regional events.

When: Saturday, Dec. 22 at 2 p.m.
Where: Springfield Township Library
Why Go: Based on the classic children's book, The Polar Express (PG) is about a boy who is trying to find out the truth about Santa Claus and ends up taking an adventure on a train ride to the North Pole.
Cost: $1

When: Sunday, Dec. 23 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Where: Springfield Country Club
Why Go: Enjoy an all you can eat buffet and Santa at the Springfield Country Club.
Cost: $25.95, Ages 2-12 $14.95

When: Ongoing through December 24
Where:
Why Go: Come see the farm decorated for Christmas. See the Christmasland display and visit with the animals. The Christmas Shop & Garden Center features wreaths, freshly cut trees, greens & holly, decorations, fruit and gift baskets, Christmas gifts, hot mulled cider & children's crafts. On Saturdays and Sundays, visit with Santa Clause between 1 - 3 p.m. Take a hayride to the field and cut down your own Christmas tree.
Cost: Free, Tree cutting costs $59.99

Festival of Lights

When: Nightly from 5:30 - 9:30 p.m.
Where:
Why Go: Enjoy dozens of decorated lit trees and festive displays. Bring the kids to see displays of everyone's favorite characters, Charlie Brown & the Peanuts Gang and Santa & his Reindeer. The trees are lit nightly from 5:30 - 9:30 for public enjoyment.
Cost: Free

When: December 22 at 5 and 6:30 p.m.
Where:
Why Go: Celebrate the ancient tradition of Wassailing and sing Christmas Carols around a campfire. Roast marshmallows and enjoy delicious apple cider.
Cost: $5 per person

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