FDNY WTC 20th Anniversary Memorial Service in Memory of Our Fallen Heroes

St. Patrick’s Cathedral 5th Avenue, New York

On Saturday, September 11, 2021, from 1330-1530 hours, a memorial service will be held at St. Patrick’s Cathedral in Manhattan honoring the 343 members of the Department who died on September 11, 2001, and the 257 members who succumbed to WTC-related illnesses as a result of their work in the rescue and recovery effort following…

Staten Island September 11th Memorial Service

Staten Island September 11th Memorial

On September 11, at 1800 hours, the Office of the Staten Island Borough President will host a Memorial Service at the Staten Island September 11th Memorial located adjacent to the Staten Island Ferry Terminal.

WTC Memorial Wall Ceremony

The Department will be hosting a virtual ceremony on  Tuesday, September 14, 2021, at 4:00 PM as they remember 25 members of the FDNY that have passed over the last year due to illnesses from their rescue and recovery efforts at the World Trade Center 20 years ago. The ceremony will honor these members and…

Free Painting Classes at Friends of Firefighters

Friends of Firefighters 199 Van Brunt Street, Brooklyn

Explore your artistic side with Brooklyn painter Sara Woster at Friends of Firefighters on Tuesday nights in September. Painting promotes wellness, quietness, and stimulates brain areas related to motor skills,…

FDNY Night at Maimonides Park

Maimonides Park 1904 Surf Avenue, Brooklyn

Come join the Brooklyn Cyclones as they celebrate 20 years of baseball in Brooklyn and take on the Jersey Shore Blueclaws. An $18 package includes a Field Box Seat and…

Fundraiser For FDNY MCA Memorial Monument

Sunrise Detachment, Marine Corps League 99 New York Ave, Massapequa

The  FDNY Marine Corps Association will be conducting a Fundraising Raffle to build a Memorial Monument at the Parris Island Marine Corps Recruit Depot in memory of 17 NYC Firefighters killed on September 11, 2001, who were also United States Marines. For more information and contact details, refer to Info Fax #55 of 2021.

2021 Lt. John Martinson Memorial Picnic

South Shore Swim Club 6739 Hylan Blvd, Staten Island

The annual Lt. John Martinson Memorial Picnic, celebrating his life and recognizing his sacrifice, will feature all American BBQ, beer, wine, soda, a 50/50 raffle, auction items, live music, rides and attractions. Cost of admission is $50 for adults, $20 for children ages 13 – 20, and children 12 and under are free. Checks should be…

Firehouse Kitchen Talk: “At the Kitchen Table with Chief Vincent Dunn”

Friends of Firefighters 199 Van Brunt Street, Brooklyn

Meet Chief Vincent Dunn at Friends of Firefighters' kitchen table to answer any questions you might have on building construction, firefighting strategy and tactics while enjoying a firefighter-prepared dinner. Open to active and retired FDNY firefighters only. No RSVP necessary. For more information, contact Friends of Firefighters.

2021 San Gennaro Parade

Mulberry St. and Canal

Commissioner Nigro has been named the Grand Marshall of this year’s San Gennaro Feast, as it will honor all First Responders. Co- Marshall’s are NYPD-DSNY and OEM Commissioners. Members are invited to march in Class A Uniform. Meeting point will be at Mulberry St and Canal starting at 1:00 PM.

Aetna Medicare Advantage City of New York Conference Call

Aetna will be hosting two teleconference calls for both current City of New York Aetna Medicare Advantage members and also for members interested in transferring to Aetna on Thursday, September…

Firehouse Kitchen Talk: “My Career in the FDNY” Presented by AC Michael Gala

Friends of Firefighters 199 Van Brunt Street, Brooklyn

On Thursday, September 30, 2021, Friends of Firefighters will welcome Assistant Chief Michael Gala to present on his storied career with the FDNY. This will be the final Firehouse Kitchen Talk of Friends of Firefighters' 20th Anniversary Program. Join them for a firefighter-prepared dinner followed by Chief Gala’s presentation. Open to active & retired FDNY…

9/11 Remember – Reflect – Educate

Germonds Park 185 Germonds Road, West Nyack

A two-day event aimed at honoring the heroes lost during and after 9/11, and promoting education, reflection, and remembrance around 9/11 that will include the 9/11 Never Forget Mobile Museum,…

FDNY Memorial Day 2021

Firemen’s Monument W100th Street, Riverside Drive, New York

The FDNY will hold their annual FDNY Memorial Day Service to honor deceased members of the Department on Wednesday, October 6, 2021, at 11:00 AM at the Firemen’s Monument.

FDNY CSU Special Needs Group Zoom Meeting

Zoom

The FDNY Special Needs Group is made up of active and retired Fire, EMS and Civilian FDNY members who have a family member with special needs. The Special Needs Group…

Fundraiser to Benefit Firefighter Rob Olsen

Mulcahy’s Pub 3232 Railroad Ave, Wantagh

Active Firefighter Rob Olsen, a 23-year veteran of Engine 229 & Ladder 146 that was active in the efforts at Ground Zero, was diagnosed with advanced ALS. After initially being misdiagnosed, Rob’s condition continued to deteriorate. Many of Rob’s exceedingly expensive treatments are not covered by insurance, as the WTC Health Program does not include…

$75

Columbus Circle Annual Wreath Laying

Columbus Circle NY

The Columbia Association, in conjunction with the Columbus Citizens Foundation and the National Council of Columbia Associations in Civil Service, will be involved with this year's wreath laying ceremony at…

Columbus Day Parade

5th Avenue New York

For pre and post parade meeting details, line up information, and contact information, refer to Info Fax #76 of 2021.

Annual City Harvest Canned Food Drive

A reminder to members that the Fire Department is once again participating in City Harvest’s Annual Daily News Food Drive.  Last year, New Yorkers donated over 700,000 pounds of food…

UFA Pre-Retirement Zoom Seminar

Zoom

Speakers include Marty Tighe, UFA Retiree Liaison, Ken Larkin, Social Security Attorney, and Peter Thomann, CPA & author of FDNY Road to Retirement. The seminar will go over topics such…

Wellness Wednesday at Friends of Firefighters

Friends of Firefighters 199 Van Brunt Street, Brooklyn

Friends of Firefighters is excited to announce their new Wellness Wednesday initiative, an opportunity to not only enhance the well-being of the firefighter community, but also bring people together to build connection. On the Arm Breakfast will be held every Wednesday from 9:00 -11:00 AM, bringing with it new wellness services and drop-in peer support…

Annual Firehouse Chili Cook-Off to Benefit Friends of Firefighters

Pig Beach 35-37 36th Street, Astoria

Join Friends of Firefighters for their annual Firehouse Chili Cook-Off fundraiser at Brooklyn's Pig Beach. Taste all kinds of different chilis made by FDNY firefighters from around the 5 boroughs,…

WTC Funeral BC Arthur Lakiotes, B-32

Resurrection Roman Catholic Church 2331 Gerritsen Avenue, Brooklyn

WTC Retired Battalion Chief Arthur S. Lakiotes Battalion 32

Captain Frank Leto Retirement Celebration

Russo's on the Bay 162-45 Cross Bay Blvd, Queens

Members are invited to an evening of celebration as Captain Frank Leto, Deputy Director of the FDNY Counseling Service Unit is honored for his 38 years of service to the…

$75

FDNY Marine Corps Celebration

Fort Hamilton Army Base Hamilton Army Base, Officers Club, Bay Ridge

The FDNY Marine Corps Association invites all off-duty members of the FDNY and their families and friends to join them in celebration of the 246th birthday of the U.S. Marine…

$45

General Membership Meeting

Russo's on the Bay 162-45 Cross Bay Blvd, Queens

Doors Open: 9:00 AM Meeting Starts: 10:00 AM *Please be advised that November’s Union Meeting will be held on Wednesday, November 10,  NOT on November 11 as noted on the…

2021 NYC Veterans Day Parade

Broadway, between 24th and 25th Street, in Manhattan

The FDNY VFW Post 12033 invites all active and retired members of the Department who are Military Veterans, and any Department member wishing to support our troops, to march in…

2021 Veterans Day Parade

5th Avenue New York

Off-duty members are welcome to participate in the 2021 Veterans Day Parade on Thursday, November 11, 2021. Participating members should assemble on 5th Avenue between 25th & 26th   Streets, New York, NY at 11:30 AM in…

Silver Shield Foundation – Greenwich Walk

Tod’s Point Beach 7 Tod’s Driftway, Old Greenwich

The Silver Shield Foundation will host a 2.5 mile walk honoring first responders and fallen heroes on this 20th anniversary year of September 11, 2001. TTo donate, register or sponsor,…

WTC Funeral Arrangements BC Ronald Kemly

Immaculate Conception Church 53 Winter Hill Road, Tuckahoe

Saturday, November 13, 2021 10:30 AM Immaculate Conception Church 53 Winter Hill Road Tuckahoe, NY 10707

2021 FDNY 5-K Turkey Trot

Next to the American Legion 209 Cross Bay Blvd, Broad Channel

The Turkey Trot Committee is looking forward to welcoming everyone back after a virtual run last year. Over the years, the money raised from this event has gone to charities…

FDNY Holy Name Society Scholarship Exam

All Hallows High School 115 East 164 St., Bronx

Applications and more information are available online at www.fdnyholynamesociety.com. Applications must be submitted by November 27, 2021. 

23rd Anniversary of the Vandalia Avenue Fire Memorial Mass

St. Jude Church 1677 Canarsie Road, Brooklyn

The Mass will honor the memory of Lieutenant Joseph Cavalieri, Firefighter James Bohan, and Firefighter Christopher Bopp, all who died in the line of duty. All off-duty members and their…

Putnam County Blood Drive

Daniel O’Brien VFW Hall 32 Gleneida Ave, Carmel

**Appointment only.** To schedule an appointment, visit the NY Blood Center website Donor Portal at  www.nybc.org or call 1-800-933-2533.