UFA RETIREMENT SEMINAR

The UFA will host a Retirement Seminar for delegates and members who are beginning the retirement process on Thursday, November 21, at 12:00 PM, in the 4th Floor Conference Room of the UFA office. Space is limited, so we are only able to accommodate 50 members. Members must RSVP beforehand to reserve their place. This…

NEWBURGH IAFF LOCAL 589 RALLY

Local 589 is looking for bodies to turnout tomorrow, Thursday, November 21, at the Newburgh Activity Center, 401 Washington Street, Newburgh, NY 12550 at 5:30 – 6:00 PM for their budget vote. They anticipate 12-14 layoffs. Please wear something that identifies you as a firefighter.

150TH ANNIVERSARY – ENGINE COMPANY 211

On Saturday, November 23, 2019, at 11:00 am, the officers and members of Engine Co. 211 will host a ceremony in quarters at 26 Hooper St., Brooklyn, NY to commemorate their 150th Anniversary. All active, retired members and their families are invited to attend. Parking will be limited so please utilize mass transit options if…

LAUGHTER SAVES LIVES

Laughter Saves Lives' 5th Annual Virgina Larocchia "Almost Gala" will be held on Saturday, November 23, at 6:30 PM at Howard-Lathrop VFW Post #2307, 235 Merrick Road, Lynbrook, NY. General admission tickets are $75. There will be dinner, excellent raffle items, entertainment by several jokesters, and recognition of Caryn Pfeifer and Jennifer McNamara, widows of…

MEMORIAL MASS

On Saturday, November 23, 2019, at 1215 hours, a Memorial Mass will be held honoring the memory of Lieutenant Robert J. Ryan Jr., E-155, who made the supreme sacrifice on November 23, 2008. The mass will be celebrated at Sacred Heart Church located at 981 Castleton Avenue, Staten Island, NY. All off-duty members and their…

AURA PREP CLASS FOR EXTRA POINTS

AURA Prep will be holding a HazMat - CEVO IV - AHA BLCS class at Fordham University in the Bronx. The class is two days, November 23 - November 24 at 8:00 AM. Candidates wishing to apply to become FDNY EMTs will receive 10-15 additional points on their application/exam. This course will meet the requirements…

TURKEY TROT

The 41st Annual Turkey Trot Run hosted by E-233/L-176 will be held on Tuesday, November 26, 2019, at 1130 hours in Broad Channel, NY. Assembly point is next to the American Legion, 209 Cross Bay Blvd. Pre-registration is $20, race day registration is $25. Make checks payable to: Ladder 176 Engine 233 Turkey Trot, 25…

FDNY TRIATHLON TEAM AND CYCLING TEAM

The FDNY Triathlon Team and Cycling Team invites any interested members to their Annual Meeting on Wednesday, December 4, at 7:00 PM in the New Cafeteria at the Rock to go over last year's accomplishments, talk about next year's plans, and help you get ready to tackle any of your race goals. Experience is not…

SANTA AT FRIENDS OF FIREFIGHTERS

Festivities kick off at 10:00 AM on Sunday, December 8, at 199 Van Brunt Street Brooklyn, NY 11231, with holiday music, arts and crafts, firetruck tour, raffles, hot chocolate, milk…

PLAQUE DEDICATION – CANCELLED

Members should be aware that the Plaque Dedication ceremony for Captain John S. Moschella, E-26 scheduled for Monday, December 9, 2019 has been cancelled; a rescheduled date will be announced on a future Info Fax. ------------------------------------------------ On Monday, December 9, 2019, at 1100 hours, a Plaque Dedication will be held honoring the memory of Captain…

OPERATION SANTA: THE COMMUNITY MAYORS 2019

Community Mayors for Special Children is calling all volunteers for Operation Santa Claus on Wednesday, December 11, and for Setup Day on Tuesday, December 10. Volunteers must register, and should plan to arrive both days by 8:00 AM. Registration deadline is December 4. Register at: https://forms.gle/VjyY46iD5qwtat5b6. It will take place at JFK Airport, Port Authority…

CSU QUARTERLY GATHERING

FDNY CSU Christmas Quarterly Gathering will be Wednesday, December 11, 2019. Coffee & Bagels at 10:00 AM, 12 Step Meeting at 11:00 AM and Lunch at 12:00 PM. Wear your ugliest sweater!! Bring a friend, all are welcome. Please RSVP to (212)925-6671 & leave a message on Ext. 395. The holiday gathering will be at…

PLAQUE DEDICATION

On Wednesday, December 11, 2019, at 1100 hours, a Plaque Dedication and Street Co-Naming Ceremony will be held honoring the memory of Firefighter Faizal Coto, E-245, who died on December 9, 2018. The dedication will take place in the quarters of Battalion 43, Engine 245 & Ladder 161, 2929 West 8th Street, Brooklyn, NY. All…

FDNY Firefighter Application Information

Every four to five years, the City offers the opportunity for members of the public to apply to become a New York City Firefighter. When the filing period is open, people who are interested and fulfill all the eligibility requirements can apply for the exam through DCAS. DCAS Website

FIREFIGHTER IN NEED OF ASSISTANCE

A GoFundMe has been created by Engine 258 & Ladder 115 to support Theo Mitritzikos, a 12-year member of Engine 258, member of the FDNY Boxing Team and FDNY Hellenic…

PLAQUE DEDICATION

On Monday, December 16, 2019, at 1100 hours, a Plaque Dedication will be held honoring the memory of Firefighter Michael L. Duffy, L-174, who died on August 8, 2017. The dedication will take place in the quarters of Engine 310 & Ladder 174, 5105 Snyder Avenue, Brooklyn, NY. All off-duty members and their families are…

Retired FF Michael Miller in Need of Kidney Donation

Retired Firefighter and United States Marine veteran Michael J. Miller is in dire need of a kidney transplant. Michael, a 25 year member of the FDNY, is reaching out to the membership for help. Please take a moment to share the word on social media channels that a brother who has served his country and…

MEMORIAL MASS

On Wednesday, December 18, 2019, at 1030 hours, E-257, L-170 and B-58 will host a Memorial Mass commemorating the 21st Anniversary of the Vandalia Avenue Fire. The Mass will take place at St. Jude Church, located at 1677 Canarsie Road, Brooklyn, NY. The Mass will honor the memory of the following members who died in…

FDNY CHANUKAH CELEBRATION

On Monday, December 23, 2019, from 1630 to 1830 hours, the Office of Diversity and Inclusion and the Ner Tamid Society will be hosting a Chanukah celebration in the Auditorium of 9 MetroTech Center. They will celebrate the festival of lights with potato pancakes, donuts and music. Learn how to play dreidel and enjoy the…

PUTNAM COUNTY BLOOD DRIVE

Join Putnam County members for the annual holiday Blood Drive at the Daniel O'Brien VFW Hall, 32 Gleneida Ave, (Rt.52) Carmel, NY on Friday, December 27, 2019, from 2:00 - 8:00 PM. For information, please call Paul Deleo at 347-408-6052 or Denis Hanrahan at 845-225-3048. Four and a half million Americans will need blood this…

ST. GEORGE ASSOCIATION ANNUAL SCHOLARSHIP EXAM

The St. George Association Annual Scholarship Exam will take place at 10:00 AM on Saturday, December 28, 2019, at the American Legion Post 301, 80-45 Winchester Blvd., Queens Village, NY. For further information, contact James Hayhurst at 516-623-1835.

PBR: UNLEASH THE BEAST MONSTER ENERGY BUCK OFF AT THE GARDEN

PBR's Monster Energy Buck Off at Madison Square Garden will take place on Friday, January 3, 2020 at 7:45 PM; Saturday January 4, 2020 at 6:45 PM; and Sunday, January 5, 2020 at 1:45 PM. The event is part of PBR's Premier Unleash the Beast Tour featuring the top 35 bull riders in the world…

MEMORIAL MASS

On Saturday, January 4, 2020 at 1300 hours, E-249/L-113 will host a Memorial Mass commemorating the 12th anniversary of Lieutenant John H. Martinson, E-249, who made the supreme sacrifice on January 3, 2008. The mass will be held at St. Clare's Church, 110 Nelson Avenue, Staten Island, NY. All off-duty members and their families are…

VIGIANO BROTHERS’ BRAVEST & FINEST SKI MEMORIAL

The Annual Vigiano Brothers' Bravest & Finest Ski Memorial will take place January 5, 2020 - January 9, 2020 at Stowe Mountain Lodge, VT. Welcome Reception is $40 per person…

PLAQUE DEDICATION

On Monday, January 6, 2020, at 1100 hours, a Plaque Dedication will be held honoring the memory of Firefighter Steven H. Pollard, L-170, who died on January 6, 2019. The dedication will take place in the quarters of B-58, E-257 & L-170, 1361 Rockaway Parkway, Brooklyn, NY. All off-duty members and their families are invited…

ON THE ARM BREAKFAST AT FRIENDS OF FIREFIGHTERS

On Wednesday, January 8, from 8-11 AM, all FDNY members are invited to Friends of Firefighters (199 Van Brunt Street Brooklyn, NY 11231) for the first On the Arm Breakfast of 2020. No RSVP needed. For those unfamiliar with FoF programs and services, the monthly breakfasts are a great way to see how FoF operates…