The Lake Forest Recreation Center transformed into a magical place Saturday night, spreading holiday cheer through costume and dance. A festive ensemble of prancing reindeers, grooving Santas and twirling sugar plum fairies put on a Winter Dance Spectacular, much to the delight of the families, friends and neighbors gathered inside the gymnasium Dec. 8.

A shortened version of the classic holiday ballet, “The Nutcracker,” brought dancers together from across the North Shore.

The restaurant business has always been a part of Frank Visconti’s life. After working for his dad as a child in the industry, it was only a matter of time before he owned his own restaurants.