marty markowitz

Monday afternoon, the Salvation Army joined Brooklyn Borough President Marty Markowtiz in handing out toys to needy kids donated by the Barclays/Nets Community Alliance.  The event, touted as a photo op to journos, drew representatives from sponsors National Grid and Forest City Ratner,  New Jersey Nets star Terrence Williams as well as surprise guest Sandra Lee of the Food Network.

While the Barclay Center is still  just a gleam in his eye, Markowitz told the crowd, "In just a few short years, Brooklyn will be back on the map in the national sports arena, when we welcome the Brooklyn Nets as they destroy the Manhattan Knicks!"

Also on hand for the event was Food Network host  Sandra Lee who told a touching story about her late grandmother who was an active member of the Salvation Army for 40 years.