The event gave kids a chance to see Santa from their vehicles. Written By: Rebecca C. Mariscal | 11:03 am, Dec. 22, 2020 × Santa chatted with each child at the drive-thru visit hosted by the Hudson Area Public Library, Hudson Area Library Foundation and Kiwanis Club of Great Hudson on Dec. 19. Some kids left their Christmas letters. Submitted photo by Shelley Tougas. HUDSON -- Children had the chance to see Santa safely this year, at a drive-thru event at Pepper Fest Park on Saturday, Dec. 19. The event was hosted in partnership with the Hudson Area Public Library, Kiwanis Club of Great Hudson and Hudson Area Library Foundation.