Shops and galleries are open; Santa Claus is visiting; and refreshments and holiday music by TaliasVan's Bright and Morning Star Choir and Orchestra are featured from 5 to 9 p.m., Friday and Saturday, Dec. 2 and 3; free. A tree-lighting ceremony takes place at 5:30 p.m., Friday. Call 398-2704, or visit tubacaz.com for more information.