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Sarasota News Leader December 6, 2013 Page 101 SKVA Vice President Kay Kouvatsos pointed out that Beach Bazaar provides gift bags for the children who wait eagerly in line to tell Santa Claus their wish lists. The business also creates a float for the parade and manages the children's games in Siesta Center. Hyman said the games brought in about $300 to help cover expenses, while sponsors gave the SKVA $1,800 to put on the event. In an email to SKVA members that he shared with The Sarasota News Leader, Siesta Key Association Secretary Peter van Roekens wrote, "It was a great parade and the crowds were enormous – I believe even more than previous years. It was just plain fun!" Van Roekens generously provided the News Leader his photo record of the activities Saturday night. % Children of all ages await the start of the parade. Two youngsters make it clear they are fans of reindeer.