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…

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Free Painting Classes at Friends of Firefighters

Friends of Firefighters 199 Van Brunt Street, Brooklyn, NY, United States

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, the senses, and creativity. Best of all, it's fun! Art supplies will be provided. Open to active and retired FDNY firefighters and family members only. …

Firehouse Kitchen Talk: “Quantifying the Mental & Physical Demands of Firefighting”

Friends of Firefighters 199 Van Brunt Street, Brooklyn, NY, United States

Join Friends of Firefighters for a firefighter-prepared dinner followed by an informative presentation from Lt. Jason Brezler, R-2. Firefighting is commonly regarded as one of the most “stressful” jobs in America. But just how physically and mentally stressful is firefighting? Historically, the “stressful” assertion has been supported with little more than anecdotal evidence. In recent…

FDNY Night at Maimonides Park

Maimonides Park 1904 Surf Avenue, Brooklyn, NY, United States

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 a Brooklyn Cyclones Cap, and a portion of ticket proceeds will benefit the FDNY Foundation. The first 1,000 fans will receive a free shirt.

Fundraiser For FDNY MCA Memorial Monument

Sunrise Detachment, Marine Corps League 99 New York Ave, Massapequa, NY, United States

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, NY, United States

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, NY, United States

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 30, 2021. The sessions will be held at 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM. You can join one or both. To join, dial the call-in number…

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 30, 2021. The sessions will be held at 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM. You can join one or both. To join, dial the call-in number…

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

Friends of Firefighters 199 Van Brunt Street, Brooklyn, NY, United States

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…