Before Santa Claus delivers gifts to children around the world, he and Mrs. Claus made a special stop in Boulder City, Nev (Photo credit: Isaac Brekken / The Papillon Group).

Photo credit: Isaac Brekken / The Papillon Group.
On Thursday, they traded the reindeer for a red helicopter and landing at Papillon’s Aerocenter at the Boulder City Municipal Airport to deliver holiday treats to nearly 60 abused, neglected and homeless children living at St. Jude’s Ranch for Children.

Photo credit: Isaac Brekken / The Papillon Group.
Mr. and Mrs. Claus flew in via helicopter while the children, whose ages ranged from infant to 18-years-old, were there awaiting his arrival. They spent time with each child, gave holiday treats and gifts, enjoyed desserts with them and decorated gingerbread houses.