Santa waves to well-wishers on Flat Rock Hill Rd. in Old Lyme.  Photo by Michele Dickey.

OLD LYME — UPDATE: Video now added! Santa traveled through the streets of Old Lyme yesterday atop an Old Lyme firetruck, bringing smiles to all of the folk, who turned out to clap and cheer him.

Visit this link to view a great video by Amanda Jewett of one section of the parade. Thanks for sharing your video, Amanda!

Here he comes … Eddie, Grantley and Audrey Bauer are so excited! Photo by Mark Bauer.

Old Lyme Police and First Responders traveled ahead and behind the firetruck with sirens sounding making a joyful parade for all to enjoy.

Santa had a generous supply of candy canes to give out to eager parade-goers.

And a seasonal touch was added in the form of a light snowfall … but not a reindeer in sight!

Cecilia Girasoli and mom Lauren watch Santa drive by on Flat Rock Hill Rd. Photo by Michele Dickey.

There was universal appreciation of the OLFD and all the Old Lyme Emergency Responders, who put on the great parade — and Lymes’ Youth Service Bureau, which helped coordinate the event and handle donations received.

These youngsters were eagerly awaiting the arrival of Santa at Marion Rd. Photo by Mark Bauer.