Need to Know: Santa Visits Pets and Seniors, Mayor's First Ribbon Cutting

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Here are five things you need to know in and around Newark through Dec. 9.

1. It’s the last chance for your furry family members to share what they want for the hoildays with Santa. will be held at the on Monday from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Photo packages range from $8 to $45. Learn more about the costs by
2. Mayor Al Nagy will conduct his first ribbon cutting Tuesday during the premiere debut of The Bistro at off Newark Boulevard. The Bistro and will serve as a contemporary café and the hotel’s main eatery.
3. Seniors who want to visit Santa Claus won’t have to travel to the North Pole. This Thursday, seniors are invited to for a holiday meal that begins at 10:30 a.m. at the . Cost is $4 per person and seniors will have a chance to take a photo with Santa.
4. Get those vocal chords ready. is holding its second Family Karaoke Night on Thursday starting at 7 p.m. To sing is free, but don’t forget the family-owned restaurant serves up a variety of pizzas, chicken wings, salads and more.
5. Everyone looking for houses full of holiday cheer can now visit Crippsmas Place – a neighborhood in Fremont that features lights, cut-out decorations. Free candy canes are also given out and any donations from visitors are given to charities. to learn more about this ongoing event.