Originally published in 2023
It’s that time of the year when Santa Claus’ helper, the Elf on the Shelf, is sent to ensure that kids are on their best behavior before Christmas.
While staying at your house, an elf will consistently change its spot, quietly observing who’s naughty or nice before reporting back to Santa. But don’t let these little spies fool you — they can be mischievous themselves.
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Over the years, Staten Islanders have shared plenty of photo-worthy scenarios with us. Here are some highlights.
The Kenul family’s elf, Elfie, sits next to Barbie in her car on a shelf above the kitchen stove where he set up a Christmas display.Staten Island AdvanceThese Lego characters tied up the Elf as his reindeer looked shocked.Caitlin Della RoccaThe residents of Eger Harbor House got creative and had Carl the elf go fishing.Caitlin Della RoccaThis elf came in like a recking ball, and never meant to fall in love.Caitlin Della RoccaHannibal elf?Caitlin Della RoccaEli hangs from a string under a sign encouraging the Harrington boys of Castleton Corners to make the nice list.Staten Island AdvanceIf you want to take your elf one step further, put the chocolate on tissue and leave a funny note.Caitlin Della RoccaHave the kid’s leave snacks for the elf.Caitlin Della RoccaSet up your elf to go fishing with Goldfish.Caitlin Della RoccaIf you have games, set up your Elf and other figures to have some friendly competition.Caitlin Della RoccaThese elf’s are having fun playing UNO — who will win?Caitlin Della RoccaEven the Elf runs on Dunkin. Stick a small straw in coffee for the Elf — he has a long trip back to the North Pole.Caitlin Della RoccaOperation gingerbread house is in full affect.Caitlin Della RoccaHave your elf leave messages for the children, making sure they are good this year.Caitlin Della RoccaEven elf’s can be mischievous, have your elf make photo copies as a prank.Caitlin Della RoccaThese elf’s are having a snowball fight with mini marshmallows — who will win?Caitlin Della RoccaHave your elf make a statement.Caitlin Della RoccaWinter is coming and this elf is the Queen of the North(Pole).Caitlin Della RoccaHave a water dispenser on your refrigerator? Add your elf and a soap bar to show to the kids he’s squeaky clean.Caitlin Della RoccaElf on the Shelf, Cavagnaro, West Brighton, in their special home made by James and Andrew Cavagnaro, 2017Staten Island Advance
