Drawing a huge crowd in downtown Wortham, Texas this past Saturday, Santa Claus visited with children to hear their Christmas wishes.


Among those speaking with the jolly old elf included Weston and Kace Armstrong (at top).


After escorting Santa Claus to the event on their fire truck, members of Wortham Volunteer Fire Department opened the doors to their new buidling for tours and warm bowls of chili for their annual fundraiser.


Also on hand for the event was the drumline of the Wortham Bulldog Band.


ACE students provided face painting for the children.

(Photos by Jennifer Lansford)