Jim Kenney becomes Buddy the Elf tonight

Mayor-elect Jim Kenney dresses as Buddy the Elf for the Burke Playground Holiday Celebration

Where: Burke Playground at 200 S Philip St

When: December 21, 2015 at 6:30 p.m.

How much: Free

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