9/11 Tribute Center programs are offered throughout the year. Lectures, educational workshops and support programs are available to unite family members who lost loved ones, survivors, Lower Manhattan residents, rescue and recovery workers and volunteers who assisted in the aftermath of 9/11. Visit tributewtc.org for a schedule of upcoming programs and events.
Bravery and Sacrifice: NYPD Heroes 9/11 and Beyond, an art exhibit at John Jay College that honors NYPD law enforcement officers who responded to the 9/11 terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center will be on display at the College through the end of the year. The exhibit can be found next to the John […]
Paul Ferrara, Jr. has autism. He obsesses over things sometimes. Right now he loves his patches. Paul lost his dad, Sgt. Paul Ferrara, on August 28, 2014 to 9/11-related cancer. At his service, Commissioner Bratton presented Paul Jr. with a challenge coin. His coin collection began and has grown tremendously. Since then he has […]
On November 5, 2017 Fire Marshal Phil Pillet (formerly of Ladder 56) will run the NYC Marathon to raise money for cancer research at Memorial Sloan Kettering in honor of retired Lieutenant Joe Stach of Ladder 6. Joe has been diagnosed with World Trade Center-related cancer and continues to fight every day. In honor of […]
Join Heartworks at 7:00pm on Monday, October 30, 2017 for a workshop entitled Live More, Worry Less. Registration is necessary. To register, please click here. There is a suggested workshop donation of $50.00. 100% of all donations go to Heartworks to carry on their mission of doing acts of kindness for families in need of […]
World Pancreatic Cancer Day is marked every year on November 16. Pancreatic cancer is a very difficult illness to detect, making it a particularly deadly cancer. There are some promising new results coming for early testing for pancreatic cancer, so it is important to raise awareness and fund more research into this disease that is […]
Join the National Law Enforcement Museum in welcoming recently retired New York City Police Commissioner William J. Bratton for a discussion of his perspectives on law enforcement, his 46-year career, and the future of policing on Wednesday, November 1, 2017, from 6:00pm to 8:30pm at the Burke Theatre at the US Navy Memorial in Washington, […]
Cayde Nielsen is the 18-month-old son of NYPD Detective Eric Nielsen and Nassau County Police Officer Jaclyn Nielsen. He is battling Langerhans cell histiocytosis, a very rare pediatric cancer. So far, no treatment has worked. Despite Hurricane Harvey, the Nielsen family will soon travel to Texas Children’s Cancer Center in Houston, where experts in this type […]
Canstruction is back for its 25th year! Sculptures made from hundreds of cans of food will be exhibited at Brookfield Place (formerly the World Financial Center) in lower Manhattan from Thursday, November 2, 2017 until Wednesday, November 15, 2017 daily (including weekends) from 10:00am to 8:00pm. Canstruction feeds the hungry by hosting competitions worldwide. Architects, […]
In recognition of Lung Cancer Awareness Month, join Behzad Doratotaj, MD, clinical assistant professor in the Department of Medicine’s Division of Hematology and Medical Oncology at NYU Langone and medical director of hematology and oncology at NYC Health + Hospitals/Woodhull to learn the latest news on lung cancer, including diagnosis, management, and treatment. The event will […]
Let the firefighters do the cooking! The NYC Fire Museum will host their annual FDNY Cook-off Fundraiser starting at 6:00pm on Thursday, November 2, 2017 at the museum. FDNY firefighter and EMS members will cook their signature dishes and compete at the fundraiser. Dishes will be judged by three celebrity chefs. Tickets cost $100.00 for members […]
On June 17, 2017 Christopher Freda suffered a severe neck injury while playing the FDNY in a charity rugby match. To help him with the medical bills (which insurance only partly covered) Chris’s colleagues are holding a fundraiser from 7:00pm until 11:00pm on Thursday, November 2, 2017 at Mulcahy’s Pub in Wantagh. The entry fee […]
The NYPD Marine Corps Association’s annual celebration at 1 Police Plaza will be held on Friday, November 3, 2017 at 11:00am. 1 Police Plaza New York, NY
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society will hold their 2017 Blood Cancer Conference on Saturday, November 4, 2017 from 9:00am until 3:00pm at the Grand Hyatt in New York City. There will be sessions on many types of blood cancers and ways of coping with them, including chronic myeloid leukemia, non-Hodgkin lymphoma — low and high grade, […]
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society will hold their 2017 Blood Cancer Conference on Saturday, November 4, 2017 from 9:00am until 3:00pm at the Grand Hyatt in New York City. There will be sessions on many types of blood cancers and ways of coping with them, including chronic myeloid leukemia, non-Hodgkin lymphoma — low and high grade, […]
CancerCare’s 15th annual Lung Cancer Walk for Hope will be held on Sunday, November 5, 2017 to raise funds for CancerCare’s free, professional services, available to anyone facing a lung cancer diagnosis. Walkers are asked to register or check in at 8:00am; the opening ceremony begins at 9:00am. The walk begins at 9:30am. Details about the event are available […]
CancerCare’s 15th annual Lung Cancer Walk for Hope will be held on Sunday, November 5, 2017 to raise funds for CancerCare’s free, professional services, available to anyone facing a lung cancer diagnosis. Walkers are asked to register or check in at 8:00am; the opening ceremony begins at 9:00am. The walk begins at 9:30am. Details about the event are available […]
A Caring Hand will host an evening of fall cocktails on Wednesday, November 8, 2017, from 6:30pm until 9:30pm at the Dream Midtown Penthouse in Manhattan. Ticket prices begin at $150.00 and can be purchased here. A Caring Hand is a charity for bereaved children founded in memory of Billy Esposito. The mission of A Caring Hand, The […]
In recognition of Lung Cancer Awareness Month, the Perlmutter Cancer Center will address the early detection and treatment of lung cancer and discuss updates from the Lung Cancer Alliance on Thursday, November 9, 2017 from 11:00am until 1:00pm at NYU Langone Medical Center in Manhattan. Patients with lung cancer are invited to participate in an interactive dialogue […]
In recognition of Lung Cancer Awareness Month, the Perlmutter Cancer Center will address the early detection and treatment of lung cancer and discuss updates from the Lung Cancer Alliance on Thursday, November 9, 2017 from 11:00am until 1:00pm at NYU Langone Medical Center in Manhattan. Patients with lung cancer are invited to participate in an interactive dialogue […]
Colonel Jill Chambers, who survived the September 11, 2001 terrorist attack on the Pentagon, will be the guest speaker at the 14th annual Rose Petal ceremony and luncheon from 12:00pm until 2:00pm on Thursday, November 9, 2017 at the Branson Clarion. Attendees are asked to RSVP by calling the Branson Veterans Task Force Women Veterans […]
Golf “fore” America’s Bravest, the tenth annual Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers Foundation golf outing and dinner, will be held on Friday, November 10, 2017 at three Staten Island golf courses -- La Tourette Golf Course, Richmond County Country Club, and Silver Lake Golf Course. Breakfast will be held at 9:00am, with a 10:30am shotgun […]
Golf “fore” America’s Bravest, the tenth annual Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers Foundation golf outing and dinner, will be held on Friday, November 10, 2017 at three Staten Island golf courses -- La Tourette Golf Course, Richmond County Country Club, and Silver Lake Golf Course. Breakfast will be held at 9:00am, with a 10:30am shotgun […]
Flight 93 National Memorial and the Forbes Road Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution will co-host a special exhibit called Honoring Veterans through their Stories from 11:00am until 3:00pm on November 11, 18 and 25 in the Learning Center at the Memorial. This exhibit spotlights those passengers and crew members aboard United Flight 93 who were […]
Flight 93 National Memorial and the Forbes Road Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution will co-host a special exhibit called Honoring Veterans through their Stories from 11:00am until 3:00pm on November 11, 18 and 25 in the Learning Center at the Memorial. This exhibit spotlights those passengers and crew members aboard United Flight 93 who were […]
On Sunday, November 12, 2017, at 9:30am, the Father Julian Deeken and Father Mychal Judge Memorial Mass for Deceased FDNY Members will be said at St. Francis of Assisi Church. St. Francis of Assisi Church 135 West 31st Street (across the street from E-1/L-24) New York, NY
On Monday, November 13, 2017 at 1:30pm, Souad Mekhennet of the Washington Post will speak at the Central Queens Y. Mekhennet, who is a Muslim of Arab and German descent, will discuss the many interviews she has had with ISIS, Taliban and al Qaeda members and discuss the radicalization of young European Muslims. She will […]
Staten Island University Hospital’s outreach team will hold a head and neck cancer screening on Tuesday, November 14, 2017, from 6:00pm until 8:00pm. Site workers and those exposed from toxins from the World Trade Center debris after the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001 are particularly vulnerable to head and neck cancers. Staten Island University Hospital […]
Retired Lt. Col. Ryan Yantis will speak at Saluting Community Heroes, a veterans’ event on Wednesday, November 15, 2017 at the Crow River Winery, discussing his survival at the Pentagon during the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. Cocktails will be served at 5:00pm, with dinner and the program following at 6:00pm. The cost to attend […]
START, the National Consortium for the Study of Terrorism and Responses to Terrorism and Insight Exchange Network will host a conference entitled, Domestic Terrorism & Mass Casualty Incidents – Best Practices in Preparing and Responding on Wednesday, November 15, 2017 and Thursday, November 16, 2017 at the Georgetown University Hotel & Conference Center in Washington, […]
Retired FDNY Lt. Gary Howard has serious issues with swallowing and spent this last summer undergoing chemotherapy and radiation at Sloan Kettering for oropharyngeal (mouth) cancer. Unfortunately, after treatments he is now back in Sloan and in need of blood transfusions. Gary was appointed to Squad 3 in 1970, transferred to Engine 28, Ladder 108, and finally Rescue 2 before his […]
Retired Lt. Col. Ryan Yantis will speak at Saluting Community Heroes, a veterans’ event on Wednesday, November 15, 2017 at the Crow River Winery, discussing his survival at the Pentagon during the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. Cocktails will be served at 5:00pm, with dinner and the program following at 6:00pm. The cost to attend […]
World Trade Center survivor Leslie Haskin will be the featured speaker at the third annual Orange County Leadership Prayer Breakfast on Thursday, November 16, 2017 at 7:15am at Anthony’s Pier 9 in New Windsor, NY. Ms. Haskin was on the 36th floor of One World Trade Center on the morning of September 11, 2001, when […]
On Thursday, November 16, 2017, 10:30am, the FDNY Holy Name Society will hold the Brooklyn/Queens annual Memorial Mass for those FDNY members who have died over the past year. Mass will be said in Gerritsen Beach’s Resurrection Church. Resurrection Church 2331 Gerritsen Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11229
World Trade Center survivor Leslie Haskin will be the featured speaker at the third annual Orange County Leadership Prayer Breakfast on Thursday, November 16, 2017 at 7:15am at Anthony’s Pier 9 in New Windsor, NY. Ms. Haskin was on the 36th floor of One World Trade Center on the morning of September 11, 2001, when […]
On Thursday, November 16, 2017, 10:30am, the FDNY Holy Name Society will hold the Brooklyn/Queens annual Memorial Mass for those FDNY members who have died over the past year. Mass will be said in Gerritsen Beach’s Resurrection Church. Resurrection Church 2331 Gerritsen Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11229
Flight 93 National Memorial and the Forbes Road Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution will co-host a special exhibit called Honoring Veterans through their Stories from 11:00am until 3:00pm on November 11, 18 and 25 in the Learning Center at the Memorial. This exhibit spotlights those passengers and crew members aboard United Flight 93 who were […]
FDNY Firefighter Chris Ryan of Ladder 146 and his wife Dianna are raising money to buy a wheelchair van and to modify their home for their daughter, Emma Grace. Emma is 4 years old. She did not breathe spontaneously at birth and spent the first month of her life in the NICU. She has Ogden […]
Flight 93 National Memorial and the Forbes Road Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution will co-host a special exhibit called Honoring Veterans through their Stories from 11:00am until 3:00pm on November 11, 18 and 25 in the Learning Center at the Memorial. This exhibit spotlights those passengers and crew members aboard United Flight 93 who were […]
Retired FDNY Lt. Edward McDonagh has died of World Trade Center-related colon cancer. Lieutenant McDonagh was a former Marine, married with five children, and lieutenant of Engine 37. He was 49 and had been sick for three years. His wake will be held at the Michael J. Higgins Funeral Home in New City on Saturday, […]
The Michael J. Armstrong Memorial Foundation presents their annual Posse’s Fall Gathering, which will take place on Saturday, November 18, 2017 from 8:00pm until 11:00pm at the Park Avenue Tavern in NYC. The evening will include an open bar and heavy hors d'oeuvres as well as a raffle and the silent auction for getaways, restaurant […]
Secret Smiles of Dayton will host the Jingle Bell Bus Trip to Easton Town Center on Sunday, November 19, 2017. The bus will leave at 8:15am on the dot from the “former” K-Mart parking lot across from The Greene. Breakfast treats will be served on the bus. The riders on the bus will enjoy a […]
On Sunday, November 19, 2017 at 11:00am, the Uniformed Firefighters Association will host a holiday celebration at the NYC Fire Museum for the widows and children of FDNY members who have been killed in the line of duty. The event will include an appearance from Santa, along with gifts and socializing with UFA and UFOA leadership […]
Retired FDNY Lt. Edward McDonagh has died of World Trade Center-related colon cancer. Lieutenant McDonagh was a former Marine, married with five children, and lieutenant of Engine 37. He was 49 and had been sick for three years. His wake will be held at the Michael J. Higgins Funeral Home in New City on Sunday, […]
Retired FDNY Lt. Edward McDonagh has died of World Trade Center-related colon cancer. Lieutenant McDonagh was a former Marine, married with five children, and lieutenant of Engine 37. He was 49 and had been sick for three years. Lt. McDonagh’s funeral Mass will be held at St. Francis of Assisi Church in West Nyack on […]
The 39th annual Turkey Trot Run hosted by FDNY E-233/L-176 will be held on Tuesday, November 21, 2017, at 11:30am in Broad Channel, NY. The assembly point will be next to the American Legion on Cross Bay Blvd. The cost for pre-registration is $20.00; race-day registration costs $25.00. Please make checks payable to Ladder 176 […]
The 39th annual Turkey Trot Run hosted by FDNY E-233/L-176 will be held on Tuesday, November 21, 2017, at 11:30am in Broad Channel, NY. The assembly point will be next to the American Legion on Cross Bay Blvd. The cost for pre-registration is $20.00; race-day registration costs $25.00. Please make checks payable to Ladder 176 […]
Flight 93 National Memorial and the Forbes Road Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution will co-host a special exhibit called Honoring Veterans through their Stories from 11:00am until 3:00pm on November 11, 18 and 25 in the Learning Center at the Memorial. This exhibit spotlights those passengers and crew members aboard United Flight 93 who were […]
Flight 93 National Memorial and the Forbes Road Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution will co-host a special exhibit called Honoring Veterans through their Stories from 11:00am until 3:00pm on November 11, 18 and 25 in the Learning Center at the Memorial. This exhibit spotlights those passengers and crew members aboard United Flight 93 who were […]
The Terry Farrell Firefighters Fund’s Delaware Chapter, and the South Bowers Voluntter Fire Company present the third annual Cornhole Championship on Saturday, November 25, 2017 with a 6:00pm start at the South Bowers Fire Company. To participate costs $40.00 per team. There is a $5.00pm fee to watch the fun. All prices include all you […]
In recognition of Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month, learn about the signs and symptoms and available treatment options for pancreatic cancer, as well as the latest research in the field by leading NYU Langone experts on Wednesday, November 29, 2017, from 5:00pm to 7:00pm at the NYU Langone Medical Center. Different approaches to pancreatic cancer clinical […]
The Kevin Williams Memorial Foundation presents their annual Holiday Angels Toy Drive on Tuesday, November 29, 2017 from 7:00pm to 10:00pm at Phil’s Restaurant in Wading River, NY. The fee for admission is one new, unwrapped toy. A free drink and appetizers for all attendees. Toys received will be distributed to local families in need. […]
The annual Heartworks Gingerbread House Workshop will be held at the Heartworks House on Friday, December 1, 2017 and Saturday, December 2, 2017. Please save the date. More details will arrive soon. Heartworks is a charity created by the family of John William Farrell in gratitude for the kindnesses shown to them after the terrorist […]
Wethersfield, Connecticut has made their town shine on Christmas Eve with luminarias for 42 years. Again this year, the Richard Keane Foundation is selling luminaria kits to make it easy to participate in this beautiful tradition. Each luminaria kit includes a 14-hour candle, the special bag, and complete instructions. Kits cost $1.50 apiece. All funds […]
The final John Jay Center on Terrorism Friday Seminar of this year will be held on Friday, December 1, 2017 from 3:00pm until 5:00pm, at John Jay College. Please note that this seminar is in a different room (room #10.65.36) from the usual Friday Seminar room. The guest speaker will be Assaf Moghadam, author of […]
Country Mile Gardens in Morristown, NJ will donate $10.00 of the price of every Christmas tree they sell for the first weekend in December to the Kevin Hannaford, Sr. Foundation. Kevin Hannaford, Sr., 32, had a small son with whom he shared his love of sports. He was killed in the terrorist attacks of September […]
The annual Heartworks Gingerbread House Workshop will be held at the Heartworks House on Friday, December 1, 2017 and Saturday, December 2, 2017. Please save the date. More details will arrive soon. Heartworks is a charity created by the family of John William Farrell in gratitude for the kindnesses shown to them after the terrorist […]
Country Mile Gardens in Morristown, NJ will donate $10.00 of the price of every Christmas tree they sell for the first weekend in December to the Kevin Hannaford, Sr. Foundation. Kevin Hannaford, Sr., 32, had a small son with whom he shared his love of sports. He was killed in the terrorist attacks of September […]
Country Mile Gardens in Morristown, NJ will donate $10.00 of the price of every Christmas tree they sell for the first weekend in December to the Kevin Hannaford, Sr. Foundation. Kevin Hannaford, Sr., 32, had a small son with whom he was sharing his love of sports. He was killed in the terrorist attacks of […]
Country Mile Gardens in Morristown, NJ will donate $10.00 of the price of every Christmas tree they sell for the first weekend in December to the Kevin Hannaford, Sr. Foundation. Kevin Hannaford, Sr., 32, had a small son with whom he was sharing his love of sports. He was killed in the terrorist attacks of […]