5-5-5-5 LODD Firefighter Christopher Slutman, Ladder Company 27, Interment and Memorial Services
There will be a 5-5-5-5 Line of Duty Interment Service for Firefighter Christopher Slutman on Tuesday, April 30, 2019, at 0900 hours, in Arlington National Cemetery, 1 Memorial Avenue, Arlington, Virginia. On Wednesday, May 1, 2019, at 1300 hours, New Castle County Fire Chiefs Association will be hosting a Memorial Service with full Fire Department…
SPLISH SPLASH WATER PARK DISCOUNT TICKETS AVAILABLE
Tickets are now available for Splish Splash (www.splishsplashlongisland.com). Located at Exit 72 West, Long Island Expressway, Riverhead, NY, the waterpark features 20 water slides, 2 wave pools, a lazy river, a kiddie area and more! Through the UFA discounted tickets, general admission price is $37 for adults and children over 48" and $30 for children…
WIN A $2500 ROVER SCHOLARSHIP
Graduating high school seniors or current freshmen, sophomores, or juniors in college in pursuit of an associate degree, bachelor's degree, or master's degree are eligible to apply for Rover's scholarship by answering their scholarship question in a 400 - 500 word essay. Visit www.rover.com/college-scholarship/ for more info. The deadline to apply is May 1, 2019.
5-5-5-5 LODD Firefighter Christopher Slutman, Ladder Company 27, Interment and Memorial Services
There will be a 5-5-5-5 Line of Duty Interment Service for Firefighter Christopher Slutman on Tuesday, April 30, 2019, at 0900 hours, in Arlington National Cemetery, 1 Memorial Avenue, Arlington, Virginia. On Wednesday, May 1, 2019, at 1300 hours, New Castle County Fire Chiefs Association will be hosting a Memorial Service with full Fire Department…
CAPTAIN JOHN S. MOSCHELLA STREET NAMING CEREMONY
On Saturday, May 4, at 1:00 PM, a Street Naming Ceremony will be held honoring the memory of Retired Captain John S. Moschella, Engine 26. The ceremony will be held at 10 Rita Place, Farmingdale, NY. All off-duty members and their families are invited to attend. Members are requested to attend in dress uniform.
20 YEAR REUNION
A 20 year reunion for members in the May 9, 1999 probationary firefighter class will be held on May 9, 2019. For information, please contact Joe Farinacci at joefarinacci@yahoo.com.
PLAQUE DEDICATION
On Friday, May 10, 2019, at 1100 hours, a WTC Plaque Dedication ceremony will be held honoring the memory of Firefighter Robert J. Lembo, Ladder 144. The dedication will take place in the Quarters of Engine 295 & Ladder 144, 12-49 149th Street, Queens, NY. All off-duty members and their families are invited to attend.…
FDNY VS NYPD RUGBY
The time of the FDNY Rugby vs. NYPD Rugby match has been moved to 1:50 PM on Saturday, May 11. FDNY vs NYPD will be the Opening Match for Major League Rugby Pro Club Rugby United New York at MCU Park in Coney Island. Tickets cost $30.00 and can be purchased by visiting https://www.rugbyunitedny.com/tickets. Purchase…
STREET RENAMING CEREMONY
On Saturday, May 11, 2019, at 1100 hours, a Street Renaming Ceremony will be held honoring the memory of retired Captain John T. Vigiano Sr., L-176, who died on July 7, 2018. The ceremony will be held at the intersection of Deer Park Avenue and Long Island Avenue in Deer Park, NY. All off-duty members…
ANNUAL CITY HARVEST ‘FEED THE KIDS’ FOOD DRIVE
The Fire Department will once again participate in City Harvest's annual 'Feed the Kids' food drive to collect nonperishable kid-friendly food for distribution to hungry families. The collection will run from Mother's Day through Father's Day, May 12 - June 16, 2019. All Firehouses and EMS Stations have been designated as collection points for the…
Wake and Funeral Arrangements Former UFA President, Retired Firefighter Richard Vizzini, Engine Company 41
WakeTuesday, May 14, 2019 4PM - 9PM Wednesday, May 15, 2019 4PM - 9PM Sinatra Memorial Home 499 Yonkers Ave, Yonkers, NY 10704 Funeral Thursday, May 16, 2019 9:45AM Immaculate Conception Church 754 East Gunhill Rd, Bronx, NY 10467 All Off-Duty Members should attend in Class A Uniform. In lieu of flowers, donations in Richard's…
SSG CHRIS ENGELDRUM FDNY VFW POST 12033
The SSG Chris Engeldrum FDNY VFW Post 12033 will be holding its monthly meeting on Wednesday, May 15, 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…
PLAQUE DEDICATION
On Wednesday, May 15, 2019, at 1100 hours, a Plaque Dedication will be held honoring the memory of Firefighter Terence M. Lorino, L-51, who died on May 14, 2018. The dedication will take place in the quarters of E-38 & L-51, 3446 Eastchester Road, Bronx, NY. All off-duty members and their families are invited to…
2019 FUN CITY BOWL – Ticket Deadline
The annual FDNY vs NYPD football game will be held on Saturday, June 1, at 5:00 PM at MCU Park in Brooklyn. Tickets cost $20, and a free Cyclones ticket is included with purchase. Deadline to purchase tickets is May 16. Checks should be made payable to Bravest Football. Payment can be mailed to 101…
FRIENDS OF FIREFIGHTERS – CALL FOR CHILI COOKS
Friends of Firefighters is looking for active firefighters to put their original chili recipe to the test at their 2nd Annual Firehouse Chili Cook-Off, a best of the boroughs competition. FF John Manning and FF Franklin Richardson of FDNY Engine 15/Ladder 18 will be crossing the bridge to defend their winning titles. The fundraiser is…
NORWEGIAN INDEPENDENCE DAY PARADE
The FDNY Vikings will be marching in the Norwegian Day Parade in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn, on Sunday, May 19, 2019. All are invited to join. The Vikings will line up on 3rd Ave, between 83rd & 84th Streets at 1:00 PM. The Parade steps off at 1:30 PM and proceeds along 3rd Ave to Bay…
METS GROUP DISCOUNTS
2019 FDNY group discounts are available for any Mets game (excludes Opening Day and Subway Series)! 2019 features two new bar packages, a newly renovated hospitality space, and inventory specifically held back for groups during the Subway Series. There are still M&M Sweet Seats & Suites available for Opening Day. EMS Night is May 20th,…
PLAQUE DEDICATION
On Monday, May 20, 2019, at 1100 hours, a Plaque Dedication will be held honoring the memory of Firefighter Daniel J. Stryker, E-294, who died on April 25, 2018. The dedication will take place in the quarters of E-294 & L-143, 101-02 Jamaica Avenue, Queens, NY. All off-duty members and their families are invited to…
MEMORIAL MASS
On Monday, May 20, 2019 at 1000 hours, the United Women Firefighters (UWF) Annual Memorial Mass will be held at St. Jude's Church, 1677 Canarsie Road, Brooklyn, NY. The mass will honor the memory of the following members: Catherine Green, Linore Simmond, Joan Daley, Theresa Rogers, Virginia Culkin-Spinelli, Susan Bryne, Lorraine Cziko, Jane Toohig, Janet…
MYRTLE BEACH NEVER FORGETS MEMORIAL GOLF OUTING
The 8th Annual Myrtle Beach Never Forgets Memorial Golf Outing, a charitable event run by firefighters, for firefighters, will be held May 20-22, 2019. The tournament entry fee is $240 and includes two rounds of golf, a welcome gift and two nights of barbecue. For more information, and to register, please visit myrtlebeachneverforgets.com or call…
WOMEN TO WOMEN SUMMIT
The Office of Diversity and Inclusion is hosting the 3rd Annual Women to Women Summit: Co-Creating Courageous and Compassionate Communities on Tuesday, May 21, at the Auditorium of 9 MetroTech Center. This full-day event, from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, will include several panels of guest speakers to inspire those within the Department and at…
FDNY CSU SPECIAL NEEDS GROUP
The FDNY CSU Special Needs Group will hold their next meeting on Tuesday, May 21, from 11:00 AM -12:30 PM at Friends of Firefighters, 199 Van Brunt Street Brooklyn, NY 11231. The meeting is for anyone who has a child, spouse, parent or sibling with special needs to share experiences and resource information. To RSVP,…
4 FOR FAHY 2019
Deputy Chief Michael Fahy's Memorial Run will be held Thursday, May 23, 2019, rain or shine. The race will begin at Downey's Bar and Grill in the Bronx at 10:30 AM. Registration is $35. Pre-register before May 18 at https://4forfahy.redpodium.com/4-for-fahy-2019. The run is a 4 mile XC race, with a 2 x 2 mile relay…
COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION
Applications for the NYS Honorary Fire Chiefs and NYS Professional Firefighters 2019 Ted Green Memorial College Scholarships are now available. Postmark deadline to submit application is May 24, 2019. Submit all information to: NYS Professional Firefighters Association, 174 Washington Ave., Albany, NY, 12210. The scholarship competition is open to high school seniors and recent high…
FIREHOUSE KITCHEN TALK: DISASTER PREPAREDNESS WITH CHIEF MICHAEL KENDALL OF FDNY INCIDENT MANAGEMENT TEAM
Join Friends of Firefighters (199 Van Brunt Street Brooklyn, NY 11231) on Wednesday, May 29, from 6:00-9:00 PM for a firefighter-prepared dinner followed by a presentation from FDNY Incident Management Team Operations Section Chief Michael Kendall, on the history and creation of the IMT, as well as deployment and day to day ops. This event…
MEMORIAL MASS
On Wednesday, May 29, 2019 at 1300 hours, E-33/L-9 will host a Memorial Mass commemorating the 20th anniversary of Firefighter John Deery, L-9, who died on May 29, 1999. The Mass will be held in quarters at 42 Great Jones Street, Manhattan. All off-duty members and their families are invited to attend. Members are requested…
MEMORIAL MASS
On Friday, May 31, 2019, at 1030 hours, a 20th Anniversary Memorial Mass will be held honoring the memory of Captain Vincent Fowler, L-7 and Firefighter Fred Soller, L-7. The Mass will be held in the quarters of E-16/L-7, located at 234 East 29th Street, New York, NY. All off duty members and their families…
2019 FUN CITY BOWL
On Saturday, June 1, 2019, beginning at 5:00 PM, the Annual Fun City Bowl will be played in Brooklyn at MCU Park in Coney Island. Come watch as the FDNY Bravest and NYPD Finest Football Teams battle it out in this annual classic. Please bring the family and enjoy the day in Coney Island. Tickets…
MEMORIAL MASS
On Saturday, June 1, 2019, at 1030 hours, E-309/L-159 will host a Memorial Mass honoring the memory of previously assigned deceased members. The Mass will be held at St. Thomas Aquinas Church, 1550 Hendrickson Street, Brooklyn, NY. All off-duty members and their families are invited to attend. Members are requested to attend in dress uniform.…
MARTIN J. EGAN JR. 5K MEMORIAL RUN/WALK
On Sunday, June 2, 2019, at 10:00 AM, the 13th Annual Marty Egan 5K Memorial Run/Walk will be held in Midland Beach picnic area, Lincoln Avenue and Fr. Capadanno Blvd., Staten Island, NY. Pre-registration is $20, Race day registration is $25. Pre-registration, T-shirt and bib pickup on Thursday, May 30th, between 6:30-8:30 PM at Grant…
FF WILLIAM TOLLEY FUNDRAISER
The 2nd Annual "Tolley" shoot is here! The event is a 15-station sporting clays shoot. Proceeds will benefit First Responder and Military families in New York. Tickets cost $175 per person and include food, range fee, and one raffle ticket. The event is scheduled to take place on Monday, June 3, 2019, from 8:00 AM-3:00…