Children's librarian April Gangestad reads "Hurry, Santa!" to a full crowd Friday in a story hour that kicked off Winterfest activities. The children were treated to snacks, a puppet show and a visit from large furry friends Peppermint Moose and Christmas Bear. At right are Samantha Kramer and Kasey Madtson anticipating the end of Gangestad's suspenseful story of Santa's deliveries.