— IN THE PAST WEEK —

Celebrating Speaker Peter F. Vallone, Sr.’s

85th Birthday at City Hall

A very happy and blessed 85th birthday to my father, former New York City Council Speaker Peter Vallone Sr.! I’m incredibly grateful to Speaker Johnson and the Council Members and staff who helped my family celebrate this joyous occasion prior to Tuesday's Stated Meeting. It was a very special surprise my family and I will never forget!

“As the longtime City Council Speaker, Peter Vallone Sr. made New York greater and has been an inspiration to so many who followed him in that important role, including myself. He is a true public servant and it was my honor to co-host his 85th surprise birthday party at City Hall with his family, friends, former colleagues and all the Council Members and staff he influenced. Happy Birthday, Speaker!” said Speaker Corey Johnson.

Photos by NYC Council/Flickr

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Queens Courier

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Festive Fun in Douglaston!

The rain couldn't put a damper on the fun at the Douglaston LDC's Winter Festival, where families enjoyed ice skating, rides, music and crafts. Thanks again to Rebecca Gellos and the LDC for organizing another wonderful event!

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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 Prince!

A volunteer writes: "Prince loves to eat. So here we have a bunny who really enjoys his food and therefore needs a lot of exercise. Which, luckily, he likes, too. As well as melting into a hand that softly strokes his most handsome head and soft ears. Prince is looking for a new kingdom to reign, and after a few hours with Prince, I am sure you will happily want to be his human servant. Come meet our royalty at the Care Center in Brooklyn!"

ID# 67249, Brooklyn Animal Care Center

Find out more here

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Meet Tigger!

A volunteer writes: "Hello there, I'm Tigger, and people tell me I'm humble as well as adorable. (Can't argue with that!). I'm 10 years old and I'm a go-with-the flow kinda guy. I love to be around people and I used to live with another dog (She's at the shelter too. Her name is Beba and I miss her. Check her out). Before coming here, I enjoyed sleeping in a cozy nook with lots of blankets. I may be older, but I still love to chase balls, chomp on chew toys, gently nibble treats and play with dogs. (I've even lived with a cat). If you have some room in your home, I'd love to retire there!"

ID# 82679, Brooklyn Animal Care Center

Find out more here

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Swearing In the Student Council at JHS 185

Happy Wednesday morning to swear in the Student Council at JHS 185! Congratulations to these student leaders, who I know will work hard on behalf of their peers, teachers and Principal Mshar!

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Meeting with the Queens Historical Society

Great meeting with Maria Becce and Queens Historical Society Executive Director Branka Duknic to discuss the great work this nonprofit has embarked on in the past year. Glad to hear the group will bring their programming to a local school through the Council's CASA initiative!

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