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This is the time of year when Elf on the Shelf, Santa Claus’s assistants, are deployed to make sure the children behave well before Christmas.
An elf will constantly shift positions while visiting your home, silently assessing who is being nice or mischievous before reporting back to Santa. These little spies can’t help but get themselves into trouble, so don’t be misled by them.
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We’ve received some picture-perfect situations from Staten Islanders over the years. Here are a few highlights.
Barbara provided the photo.
Images provided by Stuart Murphy.
The Elf’s reindeer appeared astonished as these Lego figures restrained him. (Image provided by Christina Deliso.) (Caitlin Della Rocca/Staten Island Advance) Rocca, Caitlin DellaRocca, Caitlin Della
Eger Harbor House’s residents used their ingenuity to send Carl the elf fishing. (Kristin Ortado provided the photo.)(Caitlin Della Rocca/Staten Island Advance) Rocca, Caitlin DellaRocca, Caitlin Della
This elf never intended to fall in love and entered like a recking ball. (Sherry Large provided the photo.)(Caitlin Della Rocca/Staten Island Advance) Rocca, Caitlin DellaRocca, Caitlin Della
(Image courtesy of Rita Costanzo) Hannibal elf? (Caitlin Della Rocca/Staten Island Advance) Rocca, Caitlin DellaRocca, Caitlin Della
From the Ball & Illuzzi family.
Rocca, Caitlin DellaRocca, Caitlin Della
Put the chocolate on tissue and make a humorous remark if you want to go one step further with your elf. (Image provided by Monique Prter.) (Caitlin Della Rocca/Staten Island Advance) Rocca, Caitlin DellaRocca, Caitlin Della
Ask the children to leave the elf some nibbles. (Image provided by Rose Wenzell.) (Caitlin Della Rocca/Staten Island Advance) Rocca, Caitlin DellaRocca, Caitlin Della
With Goldfish, set up your elf to go fishing. (Misty Cooper provided the photo.) (Caitlin Della Rocca/Staten Island Advance) Rocca, Caitlin DellaRocca, Caitlin Della
Sherrie Lynne took the picture.
Set up your Elf and other figures for friendly competition if you have any games. (Image provided by Sanders Jessica.) (Caitlin Della Rocca/Staten Island Advance) Rocca, Caitlin DellaRocca, Caitlin Della
Who will win this game of UNO, which these elfs are enjoying? (Image provided by Dana Materia.)(Caitlin Della Rocca/Staten Island Advance) Rocca, Caitlin DellaRocca, Caitlin Della
The image was provided by Lorraine Pavlick.
Dunkin is even used by the Elf. The elf has a long journey back to the North Pole, so put a tiny straw in his coffee. (Image provided by Sarah Buccellato.) (Caitlin Della Rocca/Staten Island Advance) Rocca, Caitlin DellaRocca, Caitlin Della
Images provided by Stuart Murphy.
courtesy of New Jersey’s Ildy Figueroa.
Chuck Sommers provided the image.
The Gingerbread House Operation is in full swing. (Photo credit: Tara and Joe.)(Caitlin Della Rocca/Staten Island Advance) Rocca, Caitlin DellaRocca, Caitlin Della
Photos courtesy of Paula Mastroguilio.
Staten Island version of the creative Elf on the Shelf concepts
The Chioffes provided the photo.
Have your elf leave messages for the children, making sure they are good this year. (Photo courtesy of Julie Everhart)(Caitlin Della Rocca/Staten Island Advance) Rocca, Caitlin DellaRocca, Caitlin Della
Photos courtesy of Gaby Amalfitano.
Even elf’s can be mischievous, have your elf make photo copies as a prank. (Photo courtesy of Dawn Harris-Williams)(Caitlin Della Rocca/Staten Island Advance) Rocca, Caitlin DellaRocca, Caitlin Della
Photos courtesy of Paula Mastroguilio.
– These elf’s are having a snowball fight with mini marshmallows — who will win? (Photo courtesy of Linda Lee)
(Caitlin Della Rocca/Staten Island Advance) Rocca, Caitlin DellaRocca, Caitlin Della
Have your elf make a statement. (Photo courtesy of Elizabeth Mauro) (Caitlin Della Rocca/Staten Island Advance) Rocca, Caitlin DellaRocca, Caitlin Della
Winter is coming and this elf is the Queen of the North(Pole). (Photo courtesy of Jenna Guzzi)(Caitlin Della Rocca/Staten Island Advance) Rocca, Caitlin DellaRocca, Caitlin Della
Photo courtesy of Maria.
Have a water dispenser on your refrigerator? Add your elf and a soap bar to show to the kids he’s squeaky clean. (Image provided by Sarah Buccellato.) (Caitlin Della Rocca/Staten Island Advance) Rocca, Caitlin DellaRocca, Caitlin Della
Photo courtesy of Katy Bucsi.
Barbara provided the photo.
Photos courtesy of Barbara.
Have your elf show some team spirit — what team are they rooting for? (Photo courtesy of Larry Yorks) (Caitlin Della Rocca/Staten Island Advance) Caitlin Della RoccaCaitlin Della Rocca
Photo courtesy of Maria.
Staten Islanders have really funny and easy ideas to share!
Staten Islanders are sharing their Elf on the Shelf ideas that are perfect for the last minute!
Chippy and Amanda Cavagnaro (Staten Island Advance/Pamela Silvestri)Staff-Shot
From the Kenul family. Staff-ShotStaten Island Advance
Elf on the Shelf, Cavagnaro, West Brighton, in their special home made by James and Andrew Cavagnaro, 2017 (Staten Island Advance/Pamela Silvestri)
Elf on the Shelf photos submitted from years past. (Advance photo)
Elf on the Shelf photos submitted from years past. (Advance photo)
Elf on the Shelf photos submitted from years past. (Advance photo)
Elf on the Shelf photos submitted from years past. (Advance photo)
Elf on the Shelf photos submitted from years past. (Advance photo)
Elf on the Shelf photos submitted from years past. (Advance photo)
Elf on the Shelf photos submitted from years past. (Advance photo)
Elf on the Shelf photos submitted from years past. (Advance photo)
Elf on the Shelf photos submitted from years past. (Advance photo)
Elf on the Shelf photos submitted from years past. (Advance photo)
Elf on the Shelf photos submitted from years past. (Advance photo)
Elf on the Shelf photos submitted from years past. (Advance photo)
Elf on the Shelf photos submitted from years past. (Advance photo)
Elf on the Shelf photos submitted from years past. (Advance photo)
Elf on the Shelf photos submitted from years past. (Advance photo)
Elf on the Shelf photos submitted from years past. (Advance photo)
Elf on the Shelf photos submitted from years past. (Advance photo)
Elf on the Shelf photos submitted from years past. (Advance photo)
Elf on the Shelf photos submitted from years past. (Advance photo)
The Chung’s elves on Staten Island, New Springville. (Staten Island Advance)
Elf on the Shelf photos submitted from years past. (Advance photo)
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