November 2024 issue of “Laurel Living”
The latest edition of Laurel Living, the official newsletter for the City of Laurel, is available today! – Highlights include:
- Details around the City’s support of Eric’s Law
- An overview of the Mayor’s new First-Time Homebuyer Assistance Program
- Recaps Women Entrepreneur workshop, Hispanic Heritage celebration, Clergy leader gathering, and other City goings-on.
- Info on Small Business Saturday coming up Saturday, Nov 30.
- And more!
Flip on through to see what’s been going on, and what’s ahead for the City. (Paper copies to be available at most City buildings, the Laurel Library, some senior centers, and other locations.)
Help Clean Riverfront Park & Main Street on Sat, Nov 2
The volunteers of Laurel for the Patuxent have an event scheduled this Saturday, Nov 2 to help cut invasive vines at Riverfront Park plus pickup trash on Main Street — a “choose your own adventure” as the event listing says. 😀
From the event page:
- We’ll meet and great at the Avondale parking area.
- Trash bags will be provided, as well as some tools, but if you have your own, please bring them. Please bring gloves.
- Kids are welcome to come with their parents.
- Students are welcome to come for service hours, but you must have your forms at the event for credit.
Check out the link above for more details, and come on out to enjoy the beautiful weather while being a part of helping beautify our City! ☀️
Council Work Session + Meeting - 4 Nov 2024
Because of scheduling complexities for November, next Monday will be a combination Council Work Session (scheduled for 5 p.m.) followed by a Council Meeting (scheduled for 6 p.m.) - The agenda items for both meetings are the same: The first session is intended more for the usual hashing through details before advancing an agenda item to a regular meeting. The regular meeting also differs in that it contains the usual ‘public hearing’ components.
See the City of Laurel’s meeting page for the official record, and if any agenda item holds interest for you, please don’t hesitate to reach out to myself and members of the Council as we want to serve you and the people of Laurel.
Watch live online via LaurelTV or the MyLaurel app, or on your TV via Comcast Channel 996 (HD)/ 71 (SD) or Verizon FiOS Channel 12. And if you’d like to register to speak, simply reach out to the City Clerk’s office.
- Call to Order - Council President James Kole
- Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America - Keith R. Sydnor, Mayor
- Roll Call - Sara A. Green, CPM, CMC, Clerk
- Report of the Mayor and City Council
- General Public Hearing
- Introduction and First Public Hearing on Ordinance No. 2035- An Ordinance Amending the General Operating Budget and Capital Improvement Program of the Mayor and City Council of Laurel, Maryland, for the Fiscal Year July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025 and to Provide an Effective Date
- Consideration of a Purchase Requisition- Curbside Composting Supplies- Sustainability Management
- Consideration of a Bid Recommendation- Municipal Phone System Upgrade- Department of Information Technology
- Consideration of a Purchase Requisition- Emergency Bearcat Vehicle- Laurel Police Department
- Consideration of a Fleet Acquisition- TYMCO 435 Street Sweeper- Department of Public Works
- Consideration of a Fleet Acquisition- Street Crack Sealer- Department of Public Works
- Introduction and First Public Hearing on Resolution No. 4-2024- A Resolution of the Laurel City Council to Approve the Rewrite of the Council Standing Rules.
- Adjournment
Voting has Started for Nov 5 Elections
A few resources if helpful to you for the current voting season:
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The Laurel Independent voting guide, including guide for judge elections (often harder information for voters to come by).
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Early voting started Oct 24 and ends this Thursday, Oct 31. The closest early voting site to Laurel is the Laurel-Beltsville Senior Center at 7120 Contee Road, open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. those days.
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You’ve probably already received your Sample Ballot in the mail, but you can also download a copy from the PG County Board of Elections page, which also includes other useful resources like ballot drop boxes and voter registration lookups.
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Election Day is Tuesday, Nov 5 and polls will be open 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. that day – Identify your polling place to cast your vote using the Maryland Election Board lookup tool which also has a number of great references and resources. (Note: Your General Election polling place is most like not the same place you cast votes for the City of Laurel elections last year – so be sure to double-check if you’re unsure.)
Hope that helps and here’s a great letterpress print by the ACPA that I love! :)
“Eric’s ID Law” for Non-apparent Disabilities
Through my work as Chair of the Citizen Advisory Committee for Persons with Disabilities, I’ve been honored to connect with people throughout our area to understand and learn ways we can serve all residents more effectively.
One recent example relates to what’s being called “Eric’s ID Law” – a bill considered by the Maryland General Assembly last session, and expected to be considered again this coming session. It would provide individuals with non-apparent disabilities such as autism, mental health, hearing, and others a way to voluntarily disclose it on their state-issued ID, partly as an aid to law enforcement and other organizations they may come into contact with.
What’s even more inspiring is the story behind it, shared in this video by Eric and his mom, Linda:
Although Eric and Linda live in a different part of Maryland, their story was first brought to my attention by Laurel resident and past Councilman, Mr. Mitchell and his mother, Ms. Ifill. Mr. Mitchell shared about the state legislation at a recent PG County meeting, and the Laurel City Council also presented a unanimously signed statement in support for the legislation. We’ve also extended invitation to Eric and Ms. Linda to join us at our December 4 Work Session to share their story directly with Laurel and are hopeful they’ll be able to join us.
If you feel a particular connection to the cause, I’d encourage you to look for it in the coming Maryland legislative session and to reach out to let our state representatives know of your support. 👍
Hispanic Heritage / Laurel VFD Banquet Highlight & Pics
Laurel Volunteer Fire Department 122nd Awards Banquet
It took a minute to sink in, but I couldn’t help but be amazed that this was the 122nd Awards Banquet for the Laurel Volunteer Fire Department this year – What a testament to so many men and women who have helped keep our City safe from fire and other calamities for over a century! Added to that, four members received awards for 50+ years of service (John McConnell, Tom Stanton, Rosa Maher, and Mike Kirk). Congratulations to Firefighter of the Year Willie McCluney and the many many others who so deservedly were recognized – It was an honor to be with you!
(Photo credit: Laurel VFD)
Hispanic Heritage Celebration
And it was a pleasure to recognize and celebrate the many rich traditions of nationalities we have here in Laurel at the recent Hispanic Heritage Celebration. Participants got to enjoy traditional dances from Mexico and El Salvador, hear the moving immigrant story of Delegate Peña-Melnyk, congratulate award winners of those with Hispanic heritage that have contributed so much to our City, and partake of great traditional foods from restaurants right here in town. If you missed any of the fun, you can watch the replay direct on LaurelTV, hosted by our very own Melba from the City team!
(Photo credit: City of Laurel)
Mayor Launches First-Time Homebuyer Assistance Program
From the City’s announcement page:
The City of Laurel is proud to announce the launch of its First-Time Homebuyer Assistance Program, designed to provide financial support to first-time homebuyers looking to purchase a home within the city limits of Laurel, Maryland.
Through this initiative, the City of Laurel has allocated $60,000 from its FY2025 budget to offer $5,000 grants to 12 qualified first-time homebuyers. These grants can be used to assist with down payments or closing costs on a single-family home, townhouse, or condominium within the city limits.
Key Eligibility Requirements:
- Homebuyers must settle on an eligible home between October 1, 2024, and June 30, 2025.
- The purchased home must be located within the City of Laurel.
- Applicants must occupy the home as their primary residence within 60 days of settlement and for at least three years.
- The household income of all owners must not exceed $100,000 at the time of settlement.
See more details on the announcement page and, soon, on Department of Economic Development page.
Council Meeting - 28 Oct 2024
See the City of Laurel’s meeting page for the official record, and if any agenda item holds interest for you, please don’t hesitate to reach out to myself and members of the Council as we want to serve you and the people of Laurel.
Watch live online via LaurelTV or the MyLaurel app, or on your TV via Comcast Channel 996 (HD)/ 71 (SD) or Verizon FiOS Channel 12. And if you’d like to register to speak, simply reach out to the City Clerk’s office.
NOTE: Included among the items the Council is expected to vote on are the proposed PG public school employee tax credit and the City logo approval process. To share your thoughts, please be sure to reach out to the Clerk and/or join us at the meeting. :)
AGENDA
- Call to Order - Council President James Kole
- Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America Led by Girl Scout Troop 3071 and Troop 4813
- Roll Call - Sara A. Green, CPM, CMC, Clerk
- Approval of Minutes: September 23, 2024 Regular Meeting; October 2, 2024 Work Session; October 16, 2024 Regular Meeting
- Report of the Mayor and City Council
- Mayoral Appointments/Reappointments: The Honorable Donna L. Crary, Community Redevelopment Authority, 10/28/24-10/28/27; William Chase, Juneteenth Executive Committee
- General Public Hearing
- Second Public Hearing with Possible Action on Ordinance No. 2030- An Ordinance of the Mayor and City Council of Laurel, Maryland to Add a New Section 16-13 to the Laurel City Code, Chapter 16 “Taxation”, Article I “In General” Section 13 “Public School Employee Tax Credit Program: and to Provide an Effective Date.
- Second Public Hearing with Possible Action on Ordinance No. 2031- An Ordinance Amending the General Operating Budget and Capital Improvement Program of the Mayor and City Council of Laurel, Maryland, for the Fiscal Year July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025 and to Provide an Effective Date.
- Second Public Hearing with Possible Action on Ordinance No. 2032- An Ordinance of the Mayor and City Council of Laurel, Maryland to Amend Chapter 2 “Administration”, Article I Entitled “In General”, Section 2-3 Entitled “City Seal, City Department Seals and Logos, and Official City Branding Logos”, of the Laurel City Code to Change the Section Title to “City Seal, City Department Seals and Logos, Official City Board, Commission, and Committee Logos, and Official City Branding Logos,” and Require Written Permission of the Mayor to Use the City Seal, or City Department Seals and Logos, Official City Board, Commission and Committee Logos, and Official City Branding Logos for Non-City Related Use, in Accordance with the City’s Policy on the Use of City Seals and Logos and Providing an Effective Date.
- Adjournment
“50 Best Places to Live in US”? #1 Silver Spring, MD
After evaluating 2,000 cities across almost 200 data categories, Fortune Magazine found Silver Spring, Maryland as #1.
Here’s a great 3-minute video synopsis of their findings:
Categories they looked at included: livability, financial health, resources for aging adults, education, and wellness. The winners are communities that are sustainable for their youngest and oldest residents – including many fast-growing suburbs and edge cities that find creative ways to improve people’s well-being
“What people are looking for is that balance of ‘I can afford to live here, so I don’t have to work all the time, but then in my free time, there are actually people to connect with and things to do.”
Of course, I can’t help but notice parallels to our own town here in Laurel, and that makes me smile. The video and accompanying article also gives me thoughts on directions where we as a City can enhance further (i.e., not rest on our ‘Laurels’). 😉
“We know that health isn’t just what’s happening inside your body,” says Rickles. “It’s your social connections, your perceptions of safety, and there’s a lot that goes into what makes a city well.” The index is a “person-centric” metric and considers social determinants of health, such as access to transportation, green spaces, parks, libraries, and community.
When 51-year-old Pazit Aviv walks her dog in her Silver Spring, Md., neighborhood, it takes an extra 30 minutes as she inevitably gets lost in an impromptu chat with a neighbor.
A great vision for what a city can be!
The Laurel Independent, Oct 2024 edition out
Just finished perusing my copy of October 2024 edition of The Laurel Independent and here’s some of the highlights I took note of:
- 5 Laurel-area churches have banded together to offer a “passport” among each church’s holiday bazaars: get yours punched at them all, and be entered for a $100. A great way to help local congregations, save a little on gifts for Christmas, and see your neighbors around town.
- A helpful overview plus voting guides for federal, state, and County elections coming up Nov 5.
- Executive Director Kit Slack recaps the survey results received on the coverage readers indicated they’d like from the Independent, and how the paper will continue to evolve in response.
- Updates to the Main Street Walking Tour, and how you can sign-up for one.
- The latest in City legislation, appointments, and meeting schedules for October and November.
- Both City and local organization event calendars. (Note: Oct 19 electronics recycling/ paper shredding, Oct 24 Main Street Trick-or-Treat, Nov 1 Hayride, and Dec 7 Holiday Parade & tree-lighting.)
- Community profiles, and much more!
Check out articles on Streetcar Suburbs News website and a full digital, flippable version should be posted soon to their Streetcar Suburbs News Issuu page — Physical copies also come via mail and are available in many hotspots around town. (Always good with a cup of coffee.) :)
FREE Recycle electronics, Paper shred, Paint drop-off, & more on Oct 19
A great service Laurel provides its residents are opportunities during the year to do a great house emptying :) – Mark your calendars for next Saturday, October 19 from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. to empty your house (or local business) of:
- Electronics: such as televisions, stereos, computers, game systems and their accessories.
- Sensitive papers: such as bank statements, medical bills, and other items you’d like securely shredded onsite. (X-rays and film also available, though will happen after-the-fact offsite.)
- Paint: latex, oil-based, and wood stains. (I know I’ve got some of these too.) This one does have a cost at $5/ quart or gallon.
- Lightly-used home goods: such as clothing, small appliances, and related. (GreenDrop Charity will be onsite to collect)
- Styrofoam: such as packaging, food containers, and packing peanuts.
This service is only available to Laurel City residents or businesses in the City, so be sure to have your driver’s license (with address) on hand or mail addressed to the City of Laurel business location.
More details (including a map to confirm you’re in the City) are available Department of Public Works Event Page – so gather some things together this coming week, and be free of them come next Saturday! 🧹😀
Voices of Laurel, Fall 2024 edition out
Just picked up my copy of the latest Voices of Laurel edition outside the Main Street Post Office, and it packs lots of interesting and informative stories from around town, including:
- Recognizing Stillborn and Infant Loss Support (SAILS) as the latest recipient of the Laurel Lights award for being a beacon of hope and healing in the Laurel community.
- Recap’ing neighborhood highlights from around town, such memories from the 4th of July parade, the new Women’s Business Center at Savage Mill, tasty stories of Dirty Dough, the latest on new stores at Burtonsville Crossing, and profile of the Whittaker Sisters' Olympic run, among many others.
- Reminisces by County Councilman Tom Dernoga about when Laurel almost became home to Redskins stadium in 1994.
- An FREE invitation to a “Day at the Races” on October 26 hosted by Voices of Laurel.
- A profile of Oliviah Walton, the kicker on Palotti High School’s football team and all-around soccer athlete and student.
- Not to mention much, much more!
Pickup a copy at one of the news stands around town (includes Municipal Center, Food Lion, Laurel & Russett libraries, & more) check out the PDF version online, or peruse the posts of the Voices of Laurel website.
While you’re there, perhaps even consider making a donation to this non-profit powered by volunteers - I know they’ll appreciate it! 👍
Fidos creating Freedom in Laurel
Yesterday, I had the pleasure of touring the Fidos for Freedom facility on Sandy Spring Road and meeting with Executive Director Diane Bernier.
Fidos' non-profit mission is: to enhance quality of life for veterans experiencing PTSD, those who are mobility impaired, and those who are hearing impaired with dogs that are specially trained to provide companionship, service, and therapy.
Check out this 1-minute video to see an example of just some of the things they can do:
What a great organization impacting the lives of others for the better. Diane and her team would love for you to connect to learn more about Fidos for Freedom, such as:
- If you’re a dog lover and would like to be a part, such as being part of the puppy-raising team (a joy!) :)
- If you’re a veteran or mobility/ hearing-impaired and would like to benefit from the companionship of a specially trained dog just for you
- If you’re age 12 - 17 and want to join the “Juniors” program to learn more (plus earn school service hours along the way) - a great way also for those interested in a veterinary path
- If you’d like to donate to the cause to help others
- Would just like to learn more
And mark your calendars because Fidos for Freedom’s annual Bow Wow Bash fundraising banquet is coming up on October 25 with all-you-can eat buffet, music, live & silent auction, and more!
So check out the links above for how you can get involved, and thank you Fidos for Freedom for your service to the people of Laurel and our region!
Council Meeting - 16 Oct 2024
See the City of Laurel’s meeting page for the official record, and if any agenda item holds interest for you, please don’t hesitate to reach out to myself and members of the Council as we want to serve you and the people of Laurel.
Watch live online via LaurelTV, and if you’d like to register to speak, simply reach out to the City Clerk’s office.
AGENDA
- Call to Order - Council President James Kole
- Roll Call - Sara A. Green, CPM, CMC, Clerk
- Report of the Mayor and City Council
- Appointments: Bill Wellford, Chairman Board of Election Supervisors 10/16/2024-10/16/2028; Kenneth Ford Emergency Services Commission 10/16/2024-10/16/2029l; Tawana LaMar Juneteenth Executive Committee; Kia Young Juneteenth Executive Committee
- General Public Hearing
- Introduction and First Public Hearing on Ordinance No. 2030- An Ordinance of the Mayor and City Council of Laurel, Maryland to Add a New Section 16-13 to the Laurel City Code, Chapter 16 “Taxation”, Article I “In General” Section 13 “Public School Employee Tax Credit Program: and to Provide an Effective Date.
- Ordinance No. 2031- An Ordinance Amending the General Operating Budget and Capital Improvement Program of the Mayor and City Council of Laurel, Maryland, for the Fiscal Year July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025 and to Provide an Effective Date.
- Introduction and First Public Hearing on Ordinance No. 2032- An Ordinance of the Mayor And City Council of Laurel, Maryland to Amend Chapter 2 “Administration”, Article I Entitled “In General”, Section 2-3 Entitled “City Seal, City Department Seals and Logos, and Official City Branding Logos”, of the Laurel City Code to Change the Section Title to " City Seal, City Department Seals and Logos, Official City Board, Commission, and Committee Logos, and Official City Branding Logos,” and Require Written Permission of the Mayor to Use the City Seal, or City Department Seals and Logos, Official City Board, Commission and Committee Logos, and Official City Branding Logos for Non-City Related Use, in Accordance With the City’s Policy on the Use of City Seals and Logos and Providing an Effective Date.
- Adjournment
New "Laurel Living" newsletter, Oct 2024 edition out
Hot off the presses, check out the latest edition of Laurel Living, the official newsletter for the City of Laurel.
Some highlights from inside:
- Pictures from the City Strategic Plan launch with City staff along with the 4 initiatives identified in the Plan: (a) Sustainable development, (b) Effective communication, (c) Safe & health community, and (d) Premier workplace for City employees.
- Nifty clickable links to videos, such highlights from the 9/11 push-up challenge with the Mayor.
- Featured Laurel Board of Trade small businesses in town, such as Clyopatra Winery & Vineyard, Krafty Kre8tions, Chez Yiamme’s Catering & Functions, and Leda Rose Poduszka Agency.
- Announcement for the Hispanic Heritage Month event coming on Saturday, October 19 from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. at the Robinson Municipal Center.
Flip on through and see the latest from the City team!
PG County public school employee Tax Credit under consideration
At last night’s Council Work Session, legislation was introduced (Ordinance 2030) with sponsorship by President Kole, to avail of a new provision passed into Maryland law that allows municipalities to provide property tax credits to public school employees.
The gist on how it works:
- The credit is for 20% of the City property tax, not to exceed $2,500
- It is only for PG County public school employees working at Laurel-area schools that are City of Laurel residents. (Unfortunately, the Maryland law constrains to this definition and does not permit the City to include employees of adjacent County public schools [e.g., Howard or Anne Arundel] nor the private schools in the City. This may be something to write our Maryland representatives about.)
- The home can have a maximum assessed value of up to $500k at the time of application
- And it can’t be used in combination with any other City-level property tax credit (e.g., Homestead Credit, Veterans Credit, etc.)
- The Mayor’s Office will set the amount of credits available as part of the budget to be approved for next year, when the credit would first take effect.
Additional details can be found in the text of Ordinance 2030 and it will be open to comments from the public at the next City Council Meeting scheduled for October 16, so come on out if there’s additional questions or comments you’d like to share as we consider this legislation for the City. (Meeting details and instructions on how to sign-up to speak are available on the Clerk’s official meetings page, and also feel free to reach out to me directly.)
(Side note: In the process of researching this legislation, I also learned that recent changes in Maryland law allow the City to lift the 5-year limit that exists on the already existing tax credits for age 65+, veterans, and public safety officers – I’ll be working to help sponsor legislation that makes those updates to our City laws as well, so stay tuned for that if those apply to you.)
Women Entrepreneurs Free Workshop on Oct 16
In honor of National Women’s Small Business Month, the City is co-sponsoring with Pyne Creative a FREE half-day, in-person workshop at the Laurel Municipal Center on October 16 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
This looks like a great opportunity and from the event page:
The Total Package is a hands-on workshop tailored for women entrepreneurs aiming to elevate digital marketing for their small businesses, implement effective public relations strategies, and refine their personal brand and style. Engage in interactive sessions led by industry experts covering topics including: developing your brand online, creating engaging social media content, mastering storytelling in public relations, and defining your “Signature CEO Style.” The Total Package empowers women small business owners to enhance their visibility, influence, and success in their respective industries and fields.
Space is limited, so if you’re interested, I encourage you to apply today! (applications accepted on a rolling basis)
Faith & Blue at St. Mark's this Saturday, Oct 5
2024 is the fifth anniversary year of Faith & Blue – locally organized community-officer engagement that’s a part of the nation’s largest annual collaborative policing initiative. It’s mission:
“National Faith & Blue Weekend facilitates safer and stronger communities by engaging law enforcement officers and local residents through the connections of faith-based organizations."
And in Laurel, the Faith & Blue event will be hosted by St. Mark’s U.M.C. with Rev. Walter L. Smith Jr. who will be joined by Rev. Jerry Colbert of Mt. Zion U.M.C..
Join them this Saturday, October 5 starting at 11 a.m. for an ecumenical faith service which’ll also feature members of our Laurel Police Department such as Chief Hamill.
See the graphic below for additional information, including the perfect encapsulation of the event: “Join your local law enforcement and members of your community for a weekend of resolution and reconciliation. National Faith & Blue Weekend is a collaborative effort to build bridges and break biases.”
Thank you St. Mark’s & Rev. Smith for hosting for Laurel!
Council Meeting Schedule Explained + 2025 Calendar
“When are the meetings for City Council?" – I’ve gotten this question a few times over the last couple weeks and thought it’d be a perfect opportunity to share the ‘crib notes’ version 📝 of City Council meetings. :) –>
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City Council meetings typically consist of: (a) Work Sessions, and (b) regular Council Meetings.
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“Work Sessions” are opportunities for Councilmembers to hash through details of bids, Ordinances, Resolutions, or other items that are under consideration, but no votes are cast in this type of meeting. They are typically held virtually on the 1st Wednesday of each month and are always open to the public to attend, but because of their nature, don’t contain a ‘public hearing’ component for the public to comment.
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“Council Meetings” are where agenda items for consideration are discussed further if needed, members of the public can attend and share their thoughts & insights, and votes are taken. These meetings typically occur on the 2nd Monday (virtually) and 4th Monday (in-person) of each month. (Pro Tip: Ordinances and Resolutions usually need to appear in two Council Meetings before a vote can be taken, while Bids need appear in one Council Meeting before being voted on.)
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Sometimes this normal schedule pattern of ‘1st Wednesday - 2nd Monday - 4th Monday’ has to be shifted due to holidays or other events that conflict. (For example, the ‘2nd Monday Council Meeting’ that would typically be on Oct 14 next month, will actually be on Oct 16 due to a holiday.) You can always see the latest meeting date/ information on the City’s official meeting page.
Hopefully the above is helpful to get an idea of the normal ‘rhythms’ of the meetings of City Council, and bonus material for you having read this far: 😉 Here’s an unofficial copy of the 2025 City Council calendar of meetings if you’d like to get yourself setup for the new year.
And of course, don’t hesitate to reach out to me directly any time if you have question – happy to be of service!
Join Voices of Laurel for a “Day at the Races”
Laurel Park, 113-year home of horse racing in Laurel (and the state), will be closing in 2027. Join the crew behind Voices of Laurel to make some last connections to this soon-to-be part of Laurel’s history by coming out for their FREE “Day at the Races” event on Saturday, October 26 from 12 - 5p.m.
Tickets are free, but spaces are limited, so be sure to register. From the event listing:
Watch a full slate of exciting horse racing, patronize the food and beverage venues in the grandstand, and walk around the grounds to get a sense of the rich history of this storied facility. If you want to try your hand at betting on a race but don’t know where to start, we will have people who can help you out. The first $2 bet is on the house!
More details are on the event page linked above, and this promises to be a great afternoon, whether you’ve visited before or it’s your first time. And I will add that the racetrack has many kid-friendly areas, including viewing the track from ground level, (I’ve visited before with my kiddos), so if you want them to see it too, this can be a great chance.
Thanks VoL for sponsoring! 🐎
