— IN THE PAST WEEK —

 

First Annual Holiday Tree Lighting

in Francis Lewis Park!

 

 

 

Francis Lewis Park is looking merry and bright after

our first annual Holiday Tree Lighting!

 

Very special thanks to Dorian Mecir and Friends of Francis Lewis Park for putting together this great new tradition for the community!

 

 

Dominick Totino Photography

 

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Fifth Annual Tree Lighting in Whitestone Village

 

 

 

It was a festive Saturday afternoon in Whitestone at the annual Village tree lighting!

 

Thanks to the Whitestone Merchants Association, We Love Whitestone Civic and Queens Chamber of Commerce for organizing another cheerful event for our community!

 

 

 

 

 

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Marking the Grand Opening of the New Center for the Women of New York

 

 

On Saturday afternoon, I joined the Center for the Women of NY to celebrate the grand opening of their new center in Fort Totten, Bayside!

 

This renovated space will serve as a meeting place for local groups and a living museum dedicated to women’s history and culture. Proud to see it become a reality!

 

 

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This Paw-liday Season: Adopt, Don't Shop!

 

With the holiday season upon us, many may be looking for a new four-legged friend to join the family. For the next month, we will highlight two furry companions seeking forever homes who are being cared for by local nonprofits. 

 

Please consider adopting this holiday season - and every season!

 

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Meet Honey!

 

 

A staff member writes: "Hi All! People call me Honey and I'm as sweet as my name. I will greet you with tail high and head-butt you a lot. I enjoy all petting, especially chin scratches. If you give me treats, I would probably prefer your attention over them but eventually eat them. My friends at the care center blow catnip bubbles to me because they know that I love to see and play with them. I'm very pretty and just patiently waiting here for my furrever home!" 

 

ID# 81045, Manhattan Animal Care Center


Find out more here

 

 

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Meet Bacci!

 

 

A volunteer writes: "Did someone order a little brindle meatball? Because that's me, Bacci! I'm a lovable, 1-year-old guy that you can practically put in your pocket. I have a very expressive little face and an irresistible waggy bottom that will melt your heart. As you can see, my head tilt game is on point. Speaking of games, I love to have fun! I love chasing the ball and getting the zoomies. I'm a very curious little guy and I walk nicely on leash, investigating all the smells along the way. I also love affection and I don't mind wearing sweaters! Don't I look handsome? Please come visit me at the shelter so we can start having all kinds of good times together."

 

ID# 81454, Brooklyn Animal Care Center

 

 

Find out more here

 

 

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Q&A with Cub Scout Pack 75!

 

 

Answered some great questions about civic engagement and local government from Cub Scout Pack 75 at St. Kevin's on Wednesday evening!

 

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Speaking at Greater Whitestone Civic

 

 

Thanks to Kim and Marlene Cody of the Greater Whitestone Taxpayer Civic Association for inviting me to give some community updates at Wednesday's meeting!

 

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Celebrating the Holidays with Community Board 7

 

 

Great evening on Tuesday celebrating this joyful season with friends and neighbors at Queens Community Board 7’s holiday party!

 

 

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Student Ambassadors Tour St. Mary's

 

 

Thanks to Sean Lally and St. Mary's Hospital for Children for giving my student Ambassadors a tour of the facility on Thursday afternoon! We're looking forward to celebrating the holiday season with St. Mary's kids later this month!

 

 

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🎁 This holiday season, please consider donating an unwrapped toy to our annual drive for the children of St. Mary's Healthcare System for Children!

 

Please share the flyer with your friends and family.

 

 

 

 

 

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Thanks for reading! As always, if you have any questions or concerns, do not hesitate to contact my office.

 

Sincerely,

Hon. Paul A. Vallone

New York City Council, District 19

42-40 Bell Boulevard, Suite 507

Bayside, New York 11361

718.619.8611

[email protected]

 

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