[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 34 (Monday, February 26, 2018)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E221]
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        IN RECOGNITION OF THE DENNISON MEMORIAL COMMUNITY CENTER

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                        HON. WILLIAM R. KEATING

                            of massachusetts

                    in the house of representatives

                       Monday, February 26, 2018

  Mr. KEATING. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in recognition of the 150th 
Anniversary of the Dennison Memorial Community Center.
  The Dennison Memorial Community Center has been serving our area 
since 1868, when the New Bedford Ladies City Mission was officially 
incorporated by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Their mission was to 
care for the less fortunate through free dental clinics, public baths, 
and social activities. Named after Rev. Tristan Dennison, the heart and 
soul of the organization, this center became a pillar of the community.
  Today this center continues to serve the people of New Bedford, 
equipped with a recreational center, daycare, academic assistance and 
more. Dennison is made up of an incredible, multi-lingual staff working 
tirelessly to strengthen the city of New Bedford. Welcoming children 
and teens, age 6 to 16, there is no doubt the center will continue to 
have a major impact on the success of the next generation.
  Mr. Speaker, I am proud to honor the 150th anniversary of the 
Dennison Memorial Community Center for their dedication to bettering 
their community. I ask that my colleagues join me in thanking them for 
their invaluable service and wishing them all the best in the many 
years to come.

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