This week

Photos with Santa, Buford. Ends Friday. Santa available daily. Hours and prices vary. Nordstrom Court, Mall of Georgia, 3333 Buford Drive, Buford. 678-482-8788.

"Wonders of Winter Wildlife," Buford. Learn how animals migrate, go dormant, or tough out winter weather. Make food for wildlife, create a snow-track craft and take a guided hike. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday-Dec. 30 and Jan. 3 and 8, Gwinnett Environmental & Heritage Center, 2020 Clean Water Drive, Buford. Free with paid admission. 770-904-3500. 

Ongoing

Story times, Hall County. Children can listen to stories, sometimes read by special guests. Various days and times at libraries in the Hall County Library System. Free.

"Waters of Time: The Chicopee Woods Story," Gainesville. Learn about previous eras and inhabitants of Chicopee Woods. 10 a.m. to p.m. Monday-Saturdays. Elachee Nature Science Center, 2125 Elachee Drive, Gainesville. $5 adults, $3 children age 2-12; age 1 and younger and members free. 770-535-1976.