Dec. 22: In The Holiday Mood

The middle of the workweek is often a tough time to find things to do. It's not Thursday, so there's no looking forward to the weekend yet, and it's not Monday, so there's no reason to be depressed about the long slog ahead, either.

What's a New Yorker to do, then? Maybe stick with Forest Hills Patch, for starters. We've got everything you need to know for the week ahead of Christmas, whether you're working all the time or if you've already started kicking back on some advance days off.

Either way, we've got five things you need to know today in your neighborhood, so check them out.

1.     Don't forget that the starting on Friday, so make sure you've got everything you need from the local branch. They won't reopen again until Monday.

2.     Keep up with the latest on the here as the New York delegation tries to pass it in the Senate's lame-duck session.

3.     Don't forget about at the Queens Community Center during this busy time of year. It's always there if it's needed.

4.     Swing by the F, the last one before a long layoff. Support your team!

5.     Check back later today for the latest crime statistics from the 112th Precinct, as well.