Event Date: To Be Announced
For the past fourteen years on a Saturday in mid-December, hundreds of children have had the opportunity to sit on Santa's knee, receive a picture of themselves with Santa, receive a new book and enjoy a hot breakfast. Last year, on December 12th that experience was repeated. Throughout the morning children waited in anticipation to see Santa and tell him their Christmas wishes, and "ooohed" and "aaawed" as they were given a new toy (for the second time) in addition to their picture and book. Children and their parents then had the opportunity to feast on a delicious breakfast prepared by the Franklin Center's Rosalyn Johnson and sign up for a chance to win bikes and other larger gifts.
Approximately, two hundred children were given the opportunity to receive a morning full of gifts, joy, good food and companionship that they may not otherwise have experienced. This event would not happen without the support of our sponsors and help from our volunteers. In 2009 the gifts were provided by......
In 2010, the event will take place in mid-December on a Saturday with more details being posted as time goes by. Donations of new, unused toys and used or new Christmas decorations are accepted year round. Volunteers are also needed on the day of the event to help serve breakfast, pass out toys, take pictures and can also help decorate the hall a week prior to the event.
Winter Coat Distribution