Celtics, Santa & A Party With A View

Top of the Hub’s Skywalk Observatory hosted players from the Boston Celtics as they brought a touch of holiday cheer to young patients from the Pediatric Specialty Clinic at Boston Medical Center.

(Above, left to right) Top of the Hub’s General Manager Peter Papagelis welcomed Celtics Guard Isaiah Thomas and Old Saint Nick to the holiday party along with Celtics players R. J. Hunter, Jonas Jerebko, Jordan Mickey, Kelly Olynyk, Jared Sullinger, Evan Turner, “Lucky The Leprechaun” and the Boston Celtics Dancers.

Boston Medical Center’s Pediatric Specialty Clinic provides specialized programs for children with chronic illness and complex medical needs. The children attending the private party ranged in age from 3 to 16 years old.

The kids, who enjoyed games, gifts, a luncheon buffet and a team sing-a-along led by Hunter, were transported to the Skywalk courtesy of Santa’s helpers at Old Town Trolley Tours of Boston. Face painting was handled by big-hearted volunteer artists from WHERE Magazine, with entertainment by the Hearts & Noses Hospital Clown Troupe.

Thomas commented, “It’s great to have the opportunity to play games with the children and lift their spirits for the holidays.”

Papagelis agreed, saying, “On behalf of everyone at Top of the Hub and the Skywalk, we are delighted to work once again with the Boston Celtics to host this holiday party and provide some very special children with a Christmas celebration to remember. We are also extremely grateful for the kindness and ongoing generosity of our friends and business colleagues who contribute to making this holiday event a tremendous success.”

Photo: Brian Babineau