Christmas Cheer for a Cause is a family celebration benefiting the N.C. Food Bank and Toys for Tots. On Saturday, Dec. 12, from 1 to 3 p.m., at East 54 Outdoor Plaza, there will be Christmas carols, treats and a visit from the Clauses. The event is free and open to the public and attendees are asked to bring an unwrapped child’s gift or a non-perishable food item. For more information, call 929-0060.