Uniformed Firefighters Association

🍀 Saint Patrick's Day

The SSG Chris Engeldrum FDNY VFW Post 12033 will be holding its monthly meeting on Wednesday, March 20, 2019. The meeting will be held at Randall's Island, Building 11 Cafeteria at 8:00 pm. All Military Veterans who have served overseas during time of war are eligible to join. For additional information, see the Post website…

On Saturday, March 23, 2019, at 1100 hours, a Line of Duty Death Plaque Dedication Ceremony will be held honoring the memory of Lieutenant Michael R. Davidson, Engine 69. The dedication will take place in the Quarters of Battalion 16, Engine 69 & Ladder 28, 248 West 143rd Street, New York, NY. All off-duty members…

On Saturday, March 23, 2019, at 1000 hours, a Memorial Mass will be celebrated by Rev. Christopher Keenan in the quarters of E-68/L-49, located at 1160 Ogden Avenue, Bronx, NY. The mass will honor the memory of the following members: FF Anthony C. Morena, FF James P. Mahoney, FF James F. Hipple, FF George M.…

The United War Veterans Council welcomes you to attend the 2019 Vietnam Veterans Day on Saturday, March 23, from 8:30 AM to 12:00 PM. The day will include a Tribute March from Korean War Veterans Plaza/Cadman Plaza (Brooklyn) to Vietnam Veterans Plaza (Lower Manhattan), reading the names of the fallen at the Church of Our…

This Saturday, March 23rd, led by the FDNY Emerald Society Pipe Band, the FDNY Emerald Society will march in the Yonkers/McLean Avenue St. Patrick's Parade. In order to give members the opportunity to attend Mike Davidson's Plaque Dedication and still make the parade, they will be stepping off from Vireo Avenue and East 239 St…

Steve Buscemi and Friends of Firefighters invite you to an exclusive cocktail event and live screening of the final episode of Season 1 of Steve's new TBS comedy series Miracle Workers. On Tuesday, March 26th, from 8-11 PM, at 199 Van Brunt Street Brooklyn, NY 11231, talk life, talk characters, talk film and TV with…

FDNY Baseball Tryouts will be held March 27 and April 2 at 10:00 AM at Victory Field Forest Park, (Woodhaven Blvd and Myrtle Ave) in Queens. If you have any questions, please email smiller@fdnybaseball.com.

The Counseling Service Unit of the FDNY, with the support of Captain Kananowicz (aka K9) from Engine 53 (retired), is running a monthly support group for members who have children or family members with special needs. This includes parents with dementia. Come together with other members who share similar challenges and exchange ideas and get…

NYC Emergency Management helps New Yorkers before, during, and after emergencies through preparedness, education, and response. Join Friends of Firefighters on Wednesday, March 27, from 6-9 PM at 199 Van Brunt Street Brooklyn, NY 11231, for a firefighter-prepared dinner followed by a presentation from NYCEM Operations Liaison Andy Perlman on NYCEM's role in planning, tools…

On Thursday, March 28, 2019, at 1000 hours, E-24/L-5/B-2 will have a Memorial Mass honoring the memory of Captain John J. Drennan, L-5, FF James F. Young, E-24 and FF Christopher J. Siedenburg, E-24, who made the supreme sacrifice on March 28, 1994. The mass will take place at St. Anthony's Church located at Sullivan…

On Friday, March 29, 2019, at 1100 hours, a WTC Plaque Dedication Ceremony will be held honoring the memory of Firefighter George F. Froehlich. The dedication will take place in the Quarters of Engine 167 & Ladder 87, 354 Annadale Road, Staten Island, NY. All off-duty members and their families are invited to attend. Members…

On Saturday, March 30, 2019, at 1000 hours, a Plaque Dedication will be held honoring the memory of Lieutenant Christopher J. Raguso, E-302, who died on March 15, 2018. The dedication will take place in the quarters of E-302 and L-155, 143-15 Rockaway Blvd. Queens, NY. All off-duty members and their families are invited to…

The 2nd annual Bayside St. Patrick's Day Parade will take place on Saturday, March 30, 2019, at 11:00 AM. This year's Grand Marshal will be Chief Ed Kilduff, Retired Chief of Department, with Aides Phil Brady, Martin Dolan, Betty McLoughlin, John Ryan, and Rev. Msgr. Thomas Machalaski, Sacred Heart. Formation location has been updated, and…

Applications for the annual James B. Boylan Scholarship Award are now available and can be obtained via email to Mr. Robert Gullickson at rjgullickson@gmail.com. This scholarship is offered to children of Firefighters/Fire Officers (active and retired) entering a Catholic High School on Staten Island. Applications must be submitted by April 1, 2019. The winner of…

FDNY Baseball Tryouts will be held March 27 and April 2 at 10:00 AM at Victory Field Forest Park, (Woodhaven Blvd and Myrtle Ave) in Queens. If you have any questions, please email smiller@fdnybaseball.com.

Rescue 4 invites you and your family to attend their annual Memorial Mass on Thursday, April 4, at 1:00 PM. Mass will be held at St. Sebastian Church, 58-02 Roosevelt Ave, Woodside, NY 11377. Lunch to follow.

The America Lung Association's "Fight for Air Climb" New York City is happening on Saturday, April 6, 2019. When you join the Climb, you are stepping up to make a positive impact in the lives of those affected by lung disease. FDNY members are invited to create a team and participate in the event's Firefighter…

The 18th Annual Firefighter Michael J Cawley Memorial Foundation Benefit will be held Saturday, April 6, at Mulcahy's, 3232 Railroad Ave, Wantagh, NY, from 3:00-8:00 PM. The event will feature live music, raffle prizes, a live & silent auction, complimentary buffet and drink specials. A $25 donation is recommended. For more information, go to ffmichaeljcawley.org…

This year’s New York Knicks 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb Presented by Chase will be held on Sunday, April 7, at Madison Square Garden. The Stair Climb is a way to honor and remember the FDNY members who selflessly gave their lives so that others might live on 9-11-2001. Madison Square Garden, the Garden of Dreams…

WakeMonday, April 8, 2019 2PM - 4PM and 7PM - 9PM Brueggemann Funeral Home of East Northport 522 Larkfield Road, East Northport, NY 11731 Funeral Tuesday, April 9, 2019 - 11AM St. Francis of Assisi Church 29 Clay Pitts Road Greenlawn, NY 11740 All Off-Duty Members should attend in Class A Uniform. WTC Related Illness…

On Tuesday, April 9, at 7:00 PM, 150 children will take the Great Stage at Radio City Music Hall for the Annual Garden of Dreams Talent Show. The inspiring and entertaining evening will include individual and group performances by Garden of Dreams children. The Garden of Dreams Foundation invites you, your family and friends to…

FuneralFriday, April 12, 2019 11AM Sacred Heart Church 981 Castleton Ave. Staten Island, NY 10310 All Off-Duty Members should attend in Class A Uniform. WTC Related Illness Deaths Fraternally, Gerard Fitzgerald President Robert Eustace Recording Secretary

Permission is granted for off-duty members to participate in the 2019 Greek Independence Day Parade on Sunday, April 14, 2019. The FDNY Hellenic Society requests that participating members assemble on W. 63rd Street between Park and 5th Avenue, New York, NY, at 1230 hours. Dress uniform shall be worn. For more information, contact Peter Constantine…

On Monday, April 15, 2019, at 1100 hours, a Plaque Dedication will be held honoring the memory of Firefighter Ronald P. Svec, L-82, who died on February 2, 2018. The dedication will take place in the quarters of E-162 and L-82, 256 Nelson Avenue, Staten Island, NY. All off-duty members and their families are invited…

The SSG Chris Engeldrum FDNY VFW Post 12033 will be holding its monthly meeting on Wednesday, April 17, 2019. The meeting will be held at Randall's Island, Building 11 Cafeteria at 8:00 pm. All Military Veterans who have served overseas during time of war are eligible to join. For additional information, see the Post website…

The New York City Fire Museum is hosting its Annual Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 20, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM. Children hunt for eggs throughout the two exhibit galleries and enjoy entertainment at the third-floor event space. Purchase tickets at http://www.NYCFireMuseum.org or by calling (212) 691-1303. Museum is located at 278 Spring Street, Manhattan.

On Monday, April 22, 2019, at 1100 hours, a Plaque Dedication will be held honoring the memory of Marine Engineer John L. Buhler, M-6, who died on March 24, 2018. The dedication will take place in the quarters of Marine 6, Brooklyn Navy Yard, Building #292, Brooklyn, NY. All off-duty members and their families are…

Enter an Ayn Rand Institute essay contest for your chance to win thousands of dollars in scholarship prize money. This year, over 230 prizes, totaling more than $70,000, will be awarded. Details can be found at www.aynrand.org/students/essay-contests. The deadline to is April 25, 2019.

The FDNY Phoenix Society invites you to their 3rd Annual Asian Pacific Islander Heritage Celebration Awards and Scholarship Banquet on Friday, April 26, at 7:00 PM, at Jing Fong Restaurant (20 Elizabeth Street, New York, NY 10013). Ticket price is $100 per person. Visit www.eventbrite.com and type in 'FDNY Phoenix Society' under event search for…

The Holy Name Society, Manhattan, Bronx and Staten Island, will hold a Higher Education Scholarship Drawing at the annual Communion Breakfast on April 28, 2019. The Higher Education Scholarships consist of two $1,500 awards, payable to any college or trade school of the winners' choice. Applicants must be graduating from high school in June 2019.…