Brrrrr
A few flakes and cool temperatures don’t stop the fun in Prior Lake. Decembrrr Dazzle embraces winter and welcomes Santa and his reindeer for photo opportunities with children who have been well behaved all year. Watch ice-carving demonstrations and play mini-golf. The fire department hosts a bonfire for guests to warm up. There will also be a collection of new, unwrapped toys and winter clothing for youths. (6-8:30 p.m. today. Lakefront Park, 5000 Kop Pkwy., Prior Lake. 952-447-9800, cityofpriorlake.com/short-calendar.php?id=897.)
MELISSA WALKER
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