COUNCIL MEMBER VAN BRAMER DELIVERS 500 POUNDS OF TURKEY TO DISTRICT FOOD PANTRY BEFORE THANKSGIVING
On November 22nd, Just a few days before Thanksgiving, City Council Member Jimmy Van Bramer delivered 500 pounds of turkey courtesy of Howard Koeppell and Koeppell Auto Group to the Bread of Life food pantry Tuesday afternoon. The gift will ensure a happy Thanksgiving for dozens of local families and aid Bread of Life in its crucial mission of feeding hungry Queens residents as many continue to struggle in this difficult economy. Bishop Mitchell Taylor of Center for Hope International Church was on hand to accept the gift.
Posted: Tuesday, November 22, 2011
COUNCIL MEMBER VAN BRAMER MARCHES IN PEACE AND ANTI-VIOLENCE RALLY AT PS 11 IN WOODSIDE
On Tuesday, November 22nd, Council Member Jimmy Van Bramer joined Principal Anna Efkarpides, parents and students at PS 11 in Woodside for a peace march and anti-violence rally at the school.
The march was in response to the rise of bullying and senseless violence that has become a perpetual problem in schools today. All 1,300 students joined the Council Member in marching around the school carrying hand-made signs, photos and shouting cheers calling for peace.
Posted: Tuesday, November 22, 2011
COUNCIL MEMBER VAN BRAMER CUTS THE RIBBON ON NEW LONG ISLAND CITY RESTAURANT – SKINNY’S CANTINA
The opening featured the Lee brothers and friends dressed in traditional Mariachi attire and quickly became a festive celebration. The brothers are no strangers to business in Long Island City; they also own neighborhood hot spot Shi, which is located across the street.
Posted: Monday, November 21, 2011
COUNCIL MEMBER VAN BRAMER AND ASSEMBLYWOMAN NOLAN HOST HIGH SCHOOL ENROLLMENT FAIR
On Wednesday, November 16th, Council Member Jimmy Van Bramer and Assemblywoman Cathy Nolan held a high school enrollment fair at the Long Island City YMCA. At the fair, sixteen Queens high schools set up tables to answer detailed questions from parents, and future high school students. Teachers, counselors, and administrators also provided pamphlets and prizes while encouraging attendees to look at each school, which all have specialized curriculums, and plenty of extra-curricular activities.
Posted: Thursday, November 17, 2011
COUNCIL MEMBER VAN BRAMER HOLDS FREE COMMUNITY SELF DEFENSE TRAINING
On Sunday, November 6th, Council Member Jimmy Van Bramer and Speaker Christine Quinn, along with the Center for Anti-Violence Education held a free, community-wide self-defense course at PS 11 in Woodside. Over 60 people attended to learn useful techniques for protecting themselves against unwanted sexual assaults.
Posted: Tuesday, November 08, 2011