Santa and Dancer are a Big Hit at Buffalo Center

by Jeff Jacomowitz

On December 21st, Buffalo Center residents, along with families and children, were elated when Santa arrived with one of his reindeer, the infamous Dancer, at the Delaware Avenue nursing home and rehabilitation facility.

(Resident Marcia Balikowski with Santa and Dancer)

"Having our residents, families and these students come to Buffalo Center to pet a real live reindeer is an experience they will never forget," said Linda Chase, Recreation Director at Buffalo Center. "Throughout the year, we open our doors to the community where citizens of Buffalo can take part in various events. During the holidays, our events are even more special simply because of the spirit of the season."

The neighborhood kids were students from Catholic Academy West Buffalo and they got a huge thrill petting Dancer, plus telling Santa what they want for Christmas. Dancer came to Buffalo Center by way of Sun-Dance-Kids Farm in Conewango Valley, New York.

(Ms. Balikowski and Buffalo Center activities staff member Tonia Maxwell pose with Dancer)

All photos: Courtesy of the Buffalo Center