Personal security expert Robert Siciliano, contributor to FraudAvengers.org, offered 10 terrific tips to protecting your children's privacy and safety while they're online:

* NARROW DOWN DEVICES. Limit how many devices they have. The more they have, the more vulnerable they are to a hacker or predator.

* RECOGNIZE PREDATORY BEHAVIOR. "Kids will be kids, but that doesn't mean it's OK to say mean things, send racy pictures, make rude requests or suggest illegal behavior," Siciliano said. "If it isn't OK in the physical world, it isn't OK on the Internet."

* USE PARENTAL CONTROLS. Research and use the parental controls installed in the devices, and, if necessary, invest in parental control software.

Realpro Soccer Programs & Fellowship of Christian Athletes are hosting a fun skills & technique soccer camp from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. on December 27, 28, and 29 at Dulins Sports Complex.  Kids ages five and older are invited with no minimum skill level required.

The camp will be indoors and directed by Ross Paule, FCA Soccer National Director & former Major League soccer star.  He will lead a staff of coaches, focusing on the whole person- the physical as well as mental & spiritual aspect of the campers' life.

Parents will get to enjoy a 30-minute talk from guest speaker & U.S. Soccer Hall of Famer Kyle Rote, Jr.

Cost is $60 for the three-day camp.  All proceeds benefit FCA Soccer Ministries & are 100 percent tax deductible.

The Lakeland Lions Club and the City of Lakeland are inviting children to the annual “Visit with Santa” at the IH Clubhouse from 10 a.m. till noon on Saturday, December 8th.

Parents or grandparents will need to sign-in by writing the child’s name and what they are wearing. Participants are also encouraged to write something about their child (i.e. got an A in math, needs to pick-up toys), to make the experience personalized for each child.  A Lakeland volunteer will be in the area where the children cannot hear, and talk to Santa on a walkie-talkie, reading from the sign-in cards. Tables will be set-up so that children can color with crayons.

Don’t forget to bring your camera for pictures with Santa. For more information, visit www.lakelandtn.gov; or, contact Recreation Program Coordinator Joy Cloud at 867-5414 or jcloud@lakelandtn.org.