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State Farm Agent John Hogan Hosts a Customer Appreciation Summer Barbeque

Queens Village, NY, July 30, 2012 - Customers are the cornerstones of any small business and State Farm Agent John Hogan of Queens Village recognizes this. He is taking time to say thank you to those that have helped him become a solid part of the neighborhood.

Agent Hogan is hosting a Customer Appreciation Summer Barbeque on Saturday, August 4 from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The event will be held at Valley Stream State Park, Exit 15A off the Southern State Pkwy. The event will include activities for the entire family such as face painting, volleyball, basketball competition, great entertainment and more. Free food will be served and special guest Jacques M. Leandre, a candidate for city council of District 31, will stop by to greet the crowd.

Activities begin early and guests are encouraged to come early to be able to enjoy all of the activities that have been planned.

John grew up in the South East Queens neighborhood and is happy to return to his roots with his wife Karen & children Nya & Justin to build his business. "This is what success is all about, said John, being a part of the neighborhood as a valued business owner & entrepreneur. My staff, also from the neighborhood originate from various islands in the West Indies & South America - Guyana, Jamaica & Trinidad , really care about our customers and helping them manage their insurance and financial services needs. We just want to take time to say thank you to the community and our neighbors for their support of our business."

Guest can contact the office at 718-776-0207 to register and for more details.

Contact

Arlene J. Lester - State Farm Public Affairs (973) 943-6524

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