Barack Obama made a stylish Saint Nick as he rocked a Santa hat and his signature leather jacket to deliver gifts to middle school students at a branch of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Washington

Obama Claus Comes to Town: Barack Rocks a Santa Hat to Visit Children at D.C. Boys & Girls Club

Barack Obama made a very stylish Saint Nick as he rocked a festive Santa hat and his now signature leather jacket to deliver dozens of holiday gifts to middle school students at a branch of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Washington last Thursday.

The former president visited for half an hour with around 50 middle school students at the Jelleff Club in Washington, D.C., where the children were participating in after-school activities, The Washington Post reported.

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During his visit, Obama wished kids and staff members a merry Christmas and happy holidays, and delivered toys collected by his staff.

In a video from the Obama Foundation that was shared by Now This on Tuesday, Obama is greeted by a crowd of overjoyed children as he carries in a bag filled with presents.

“Because I heard that you guys were good, and even the ones who were naughty were just a little naughty, I thought I’d bring by some toys,” the former president tells the kids.

In a message to viewers, Obama adds: “I hope in your communities you guys are all doing something wonderful that brings us all together at a time when people are feeling stressed sometimes and anxious about the future. Doing something good for somebody will make you feel better. Happy holidays, everybody. Merry Christmas. Have a great new year.”

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The former president also previously shared a photo of the visit on Twitter, captioning it, “There’s no better time than the holiday season to reach out and give back to our communities. Great to hear from young people at the Boys & Girls Club in DC today.”

Also this week, Obama sent out a tweet wishing followers a Happy Hanukkah.

This isn’t the first time Obama has made a surprise visit to a school or community center since leaving office.

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In September, he surprised students at McKinley Technology High School in D.C. to wish them well during their first week of school.