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Santa Drops In on Bradenton and Brings Some Snow

Manatee County Parks brought "A Night Before Christmas" celebration to G.T. Bray and transformed a part of the park into the North Pole.

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Santa landed in Bradenton Saturday to finish making his Christmas list.

G.T. Bray played host to Santa, Mrs. Claus and a few elfs. The county park boasted a field of man-made snow a rare treat in Florida. In addition, there were plenty of booths, and places for kids to play.

But Santa was definitely the star of the show.

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