The man in the red suit, Santa Claus himself has arrived at Westwood Village and is taking Christmas gift requests from young and old alike right up until he has to head back to the North Pole to get ready for the big day.

But the best part is that you can get a FREE photo with Santa just by showing up with a donation for the White Center Food Bank of a non perishable food item. You can also take advantage of the Giving Tree there at Santa's House that will benefit the Salvation Army and people they have chosen in our community.

Santa's House is located between Bed, Bath and Beyond and John L. Scott Realtors and across from 24 Hour Fitness at Westwood Village. The interior decorations were all done by Westwood Village Manager Stuart Crandall. The photographer on duty is the well known West Seattle photographer Bruce Savadow who (along with Santa) is in his 14th year at Santa's House.

Two 12 year olds were there to talk to Santa and Aver Rebar said he wanted "A horsey, a rocking chair, a fire truck and an XBox 360 controller!" and Johnston Means said, "I want an XBox 360", which prompted us to inquire with Santa as to how likely that was. "The XBox 360 is up to their parents," he said chuckling.

Santa is available for visitors from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm every Saturday and Sunday until the first weekend before Christmas.