PARSIPPANY — On Saturday, December 9th, Santa Claus and members of the Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany paid a special visit to the Parsippany Child Day Care Center. It was a heartwarming event where children and their families gathered to enjoy a delightful breakfast with Santa himself. During the event, Santa took the time to chat with the children, asking them about their Christmas wishes and whether they believed they belonged on the naughty or nice list.
Mayor James Barberio shared his enthusiasm for the event, saying, “The Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany organized this event is what makes this season so great. Seeing how happy children were to meet and eat with Santa brought me back to when I was a child meeting Santa! The excitement and joy in the air were profound!”
The breakfast, which was enjoyed by more than 180 guests, was a delightful feast. Kiwanis Club volunteers generously served a scrumptious array of dishes, including scrambled eggs, turkey sausage, pancakes, bagels, yogurt, donuts, and muffins. It was a true culinary treat that added to the festive atmosphere of the event.
Additionally, the members of the Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany went above and beyond by not only dedicating their time but also providing thoughtful gifts for each child in attendance. This extra touch made the occasion even more memorable and filled with joy for everyone who took part in the festivities.
“We were very excited to be able to share this highly anticipated, annual event with not only our families that attend Parsippany Child Day Care Center but also with our United In Care families. It was a very successful event and the families were very grateful. Thank you to the Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany for sponsoring this event,” said Linda Mlynarski, Executive Director.
The Kiwanis Club extended its warm hospitality to both the families and children of the Parsippany Day Care Center and those affiliated with United In Care’s District 11 Child Care Alliance (UIC). The UIC network encompasses not only the Parsippany Child Day Care Center but also numerous local Home-Based Child Care Providers situated in Morris County/District 11. This initiative is part of a grant-funded pilot program administered by the United Way of Northern NJ. Its primary goal is to evaluate a novel child care delivery system aimed at enhancing access to high-quality, affordable, and flexible child care services for families throughout New Jersey. By participating in this effort, the Kiwanis Club played a crucial role in supporting this important mission.
