Sunday, January 12, 2025
Sands New York hosted the Uniondale Holiday Kickoff on Dec. 6. They were joined by the Uniondale Community Council, Uniondale Community Land Trust, Uniondale Empowerment Resource Center, Uniondale Fire Department, John J. Byrne Community Center and the Genesis program.
Sands executives and local elected officials were in attendance and made remarks welcoming residents and ushering in the holidays. Youth from the Uniondale community joined Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman in officially lighting the coliseum in red and green, beginning a rotation of holiday colors throughout the season, according to the news release.
The event, free and open to the public, featured face painting and make-your-own ornaments. The New York Holiday Singers sang holiday tunes for guests to enjoy throughout the event.
Hot chocolate and sweet treats were available to guests, and there were plenty of photo opportunities with Santa Claus.
The Uniondale Community Council and Genesis Basketball were there raising funds to help support families and youth activities in Uniondale.
