They say a picture is worth a thousand words. As a writer, I surrender my pen to the power of the image, but just for the holiday season. I am asking all our Patch readers to send me a holiday photo to share with your fellow Headers. Here are some stages that will be set for the season this weekend...

PAWS AND SNAP A PHOTO OF YOUR FOUR-LEGGED FRIEND  AT PAWSITIVELY MARBLEHEAD TONIGHT
Take your creature for a stroll to Pawsitively Marblehead tonight from 5-8 p.m. Meet local artist Annette Nicolas and marvel at her magnificent dog portraits. 

BELIEVE IN THE MAGIC OF ELVES THIS WEEKEND AT THE SEA GULL
Be sure to stop by The Sea Gull and enjoy the elfWorks elf from 11:30-12:30 p.m. on both Saturday and Sunday.  Who can resist the charm of a creature who can lighten and brighten your holiday planning?

MEET SANTA AT JAMBU TOMORROW
Bling in the holiday cheer at Jambu on Saturday from 12-3 p.m. Enjoy treats and bring your camera or phone to snap a photo of you and the big jolly guy.

MEET MR. AND MRS. CLAUS AT SHIPSHAPE SUNDAY
If you've ever wondered who was behind all the magic in the North Pole you can now meet the lady behind the magic, Mrs. Claus and Santa himself from 10 a.m. at Shipshape.

SIT ON SANTA'S LAP AT MORAN STUDIOS, GET YOUR PHOTO TAKEN AND HELP ST. JOSEPH FOOD PANTRY ON SUNDAY
Remember the joy of sitting on Santa's lap? Imprint the treasured moment in your child's memory and help out a great cause this Sunday at Moran Studios from 1:30-4 p.m. Santa will sit in his big chair and take photos with all children.  Donations will benefit St. Joseph's Food Pantry.