Councilman Mark Gjonaj welcomed the holiday season with his annual Breakfast with Santa on Saturday, December 15 at F&J Pine Restaurant. The Yuletide celebration featured pictures with Santa, music, games, face painting and balloon art for children of all ages.
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(l-r) Farrah, Angelo and Lorenzo had a great time meeting and sharing their holiday wishes with Santa.
Photo by Miriam Quin
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(l-r) Feride and Elio Metushi, Besmins, Albi and Eric had a holly jolly time at the celebration.
Photo by Miriam Quin
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Community Affairs police officer Batista-Fernandez and Councilman Mark Gjonaj welcomed Santa to Morris Park.
Photo by Miriam Quin
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Assemblyman Michael Benedetto (back, l) and Monique Johnson (back, c), Throggs Neck Houses Residents Council president, joined residents and youth in celebrating the holidays.
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Monique Johnson (front, c) joined police officer Batista Fernandez and her fellow police officers for the holiday festivities.
Photo by Miriam Quin