Santa Claus arrived a little early at the 23rd Street Association with a bag overflowing with toys and gifts much to the delight of 250 children from neighborhood youth organizations. The children had the opportunity to sit on Santa’s lap and give him their lists and Santa, in turn, handed out presents to all. They were further delighted by a magician as they feasted on Chicken McNuggets and juice followed by a beautifully decorated cake covered with snowmen and Christmas Trees. “This is the best Holiday party yet. The kids really enjoy it and we have a great time ourselves watching them have such fun,” remarked 23rd Street Association President Sharon Ullman.

Santa and the 23rd Street Association extend their thanks and gratitude to our presenting sponsor North Fork Bank and thank our contributors the Toy Knights of America, Cipriani 23rd Street, LA Café, the Chetrit Organization, Members of the New York Life Security team, and McDonald’s 21st Century Corp.

The 23rd Street Association will be making a toy donation to the 10th Precinct Community Council for their holiday party for children in need.