3rd Annual Cocoa & Cookies with Black Santa

Welcome to our 3rd Annual Cocoa & Cookies with Black Santa event!

We are so excited to be hosting this event for our third year in a row! Folks of all ages are invited to meet Santa and take a photo with their own device. Crafts and holiday refreshments are provided, and this event is entirely free of charge.

Hosted by Dr. Rhodri Scantlebury (Santa) and Delaney Scantlebury (Mrs. Claus)

About Santa & Mrs. Claus

Dr. Rhodri Scantlebury is a Black licensed clinical psychologist and training director of the psychology doctoral (practicum) program at Alta Bates Medical Center in Berkeley. He brings a multicultural lens to his work with an interest in health equity. He is originally from Barbados, and has made the Bay Area his home since 2008. Delaney Scantlebury is a local realtor and event creator. She coordinatates and plans events for youth and families with various local charities and organizations in the East Bay community. Together the Scantlebury family have 3 children - ages 17, 5, and 2. We value family, community, and a space where all children, including children of color can meet and take photos with Santa that looks like them.

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If you have any questions about our event, please reach out to Delaney at 925-408-8355.

Special thanks to Alissa Gutierres for generously providing the venue for this event!

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Allstate Insurance Office, 3237 Alhambra Avenue, Martinez, United States