Chief Gary’s Childrens Christmas Party

1. Chief Gary’s ChildrensChristmas Party December 7, 2013

2. A Christmas Celebration By: David L. Devaney • The children all were gatheringWith great anticipationChief Gary had invited themTo a Christmas celebration • He called his elves from cross the isle • Then lists were given out • Of all the kids in Surfside Beach • The tall the thin the short the stout • Their numbers kept on growing moreIt mattered not how muchFor Gary and his helpers allWith joy each heart would touch

3. One by one request’s would come Each child had a dreamThen magically the elves all sawThe morning sunlight streamOnto this little Texas townNow full with fantasy • Where hearts on Christmas beat as oneBesides the Texas SeaAnd every child with a wishChief Gary would fulfillOn Saturday at Stahlman ParkHe’d happiness Instill • So Merry Christmas everyoneFrom Gary and his crew We hope you find this coming yearThat all your dreams come true!

4. ‘Twas several weeks before the Christmas holidays…….. • And the children of Surfside Beach were asking their parents for special gifts at Christmas time. • Chief Gary heard their cries and put out an “all call” for toys, and treats, bikes, and dolls, lego’s and c.d.’s, and cookies to eat. • “Call the schools, get the bus drivers, talk to the moms and dads, we have to get toys and treats for these kids ....otherwise, the children of Surfside Beach will be so sad!

5. Stockings filled with apples and oranges, teddy bears and monkeys too…Let’s not forget the hot chocolate, brownies, cupcakes, and gifts wrapped for each of you!

6. Christmas songs were playing and a movie was too! Sitting on the floor, anxiously waiting, the kids listened carefully to Christmas stories anew!

7. Excitement, anticipation, and smiles galore………it doesn’t matter where you looked that’s what you saw when you scanned the floor!

8. No matter what the age or time of day, all of these kiddo’s were here to stay!

9. Good times, great fun, many laughs, and more to come!

10. With a ‘Ho, Ho, Ho,’ and a ring of the bell Santa and Ms. Claus gave out gifts and wished each child well!

11. A Village, Chief Gary, and Happy Children!

12. It’s all about community!

13. A Surfside Christmas By: David L. Devaney • With just hours till Christmas • In Surfside I’m told • Great waves on white beaches • Do treasures unfold • And the sea emerald green • Does its beauty display • As the crabs and sea urchins • All come out to play • The pelicans soar • To the tops of each dune • And the winds silent whisper • As carols they croon • Then the sunlight does sparkle • And bring forth the dawn

14. As the angels with stardust • Through the night move along • Then the dolphins do glide • In the waves near the beach • As they’re chasing the redfish • All just out of reach • And the children exclaim • To the fisherman there • There’s wonderment here • That Surfside does share • Then as the tide settles • And turns back to sea • This day they call Christmas • Begins happily!

15. THANK YOU! • Many thanks to everyone and each business that donated time, money, supplies, and their support for the success of this event! • It truly takes a village to raise our children and on December 7, 2013 we demonstrated our commitment, hearts, and values for all of the right reasons……our kiddo’s!

16. From Chief Gary and his elves: “Merry Christmas to all and to all a Good Night”!