MEDIA ADVISORY
Santa Arrives by Helicopter at Local Elementary School to Spread Holiday Cheer
| WHAT: | Santa will fly in by helicopter to Gault Street Elementary School in Van Nuys, spreading holiday cheer to more than 500 children and handing out Van Nuys Airport mugs, school supplies and assorted holiday treats to all participating students. A lively ground crew featuring Bugs Bunny and Daffy Duck will be part of the festivities. Prior to Santa's arrival, entertainment will include authentic North American Indian dances by the Eagle Spirit Dancers. The entire celebration is courtesy of Van Nuys Airport's Adopt-A-School program, with funding contributed by the San Fernando Valley Chapter of the Ninety-Nines, a nonprofit woman pilot's organization.Excellent opportunity for holiday visuals. |
| WHO: | More than 500 Gault Street Elementary School students, kindergarten through fifth grade
Santa Claus, Bugs Bunny and Daffy Duck Eagle Spirit Dancers Van Nuys Airport management and staff |
| WHEN: | Thursday, December 12, 9:45 a.m. |
| WHERE: | Gault Street Elementary School playground 17000 Gault Street, Van Nuys (Southwest of Sherman Way and Balboa Boulevard, Thomas Guide p. 530, D-5) |
| CONTACT: | Richard French, Van Nuys Airport Public and Community Relations (818) 909-3529 |
