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SEPTEMBER
 Queens Focus On Re-Entering the Workforce: Challenges Faced by Retirees
Date: Tuesday, September 9
Time: 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
During this seminar and discussion in Briarwood, Queens, panelists will speak about current trends and challenges in retirement. Attendees will have the opportunity to share their experiences, discuss age discrimination in the workplace, and find out what they can do to help. For details, or to R.S.V.P., contact Nikita Umnov at nikita_umnov@nycares.org.
Volunteer in Honor of September 11th
New York Cares is proud to support the MyGoodDeed campaign to establish September 11th as a national day of voluntary service. This year millions of people will be observing the anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks by setting aside time on or around 9/11 to perform good deeds that help others in need.
Learn more about how you can make a difference, and choose from among the over 100 projects New York Cares is offering around 9/11.
Online Team Registration Closes for New York Cares Day 2008
Date: Friday, September 12
September 12th is the last day to start a team online for New York Cares Day, but you can still join a team or register as an individual until October 10th. If you need to start a team after this date, please call 212-228-5000. Visit www.newyorkcaresday.org for more information.
Training Leaders in Corporate Citizenship
Date: Wednesday, September 17
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
During this half-day workshop, learn everything you need to
know to establish or enhance your company's employee volunteer
program. Learn more here, or contact Eliza Rosenbaum at 212-402-1146 or email Eliza_Rosenbaum@nycares.org.
September Dare to Care sessions
Come and learn more about New York Cares at a 'Dare to Care' session
Dare to Care is a one-hour session that provides a detailed
insight into the challenges facing disadvantaged New Yorkers, and New
York Cares' unique approach to addressing these challenges. Attendees will hear
stories about the people New York Cares has helped, meet our visionary leaders and staff and share their
thoughts and ideas with them. This is a great opportunity to learn more about our work and the many ways you can help us address
the needs of our city.
If you would like to attend, please R.S.V.P. to Amy Wickstein at
amy_wickstein@nycares.org or 212-402-1154.
Tuesday, September 9, 7:00 p.m.
Thursday, September 18, 12:00 p.m.
Wednesday, September 24, 8:00 a.m.
OCTOBER
Last Day to Register for New York Cares Day 2008
Date: Friday, October 10
October 10th is the last day to join a team or register as an individual for New York Cares Day. Visit www.newyorkcaresday.org for more information.
17th Annual New York Cares Day
Date: Saturday, October 18
Time: 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Join us for a day of good, clean fun as we revitalize more than 100 public schools during New York's largest day of volunteer service. Register today at www.newyorkcaresday.org.
Online Registration Begins for Winter Wishes for Kids and Families and the Annual Coat Drive
Date: Monday, October 20
This winter, New York Cares will help fulfill the holiday wishes of more than 30,000 disadvantaged New Yorkers through our Winter Wishes for Kids and Families Program. You can be a Winter Wish Maker by signing up to answer gift requests from children, teens, or family members of all ages.
Each December, New York Cares also collects almost 90,000 gently used winter coats and distributes them to thousands of men, women and children who would otherwise go without. You can help this year by hosting a coat collection, donating a coat, or making a financial donation.
October Dare to Care sessions
Come and learn more about New York Cares at a 'Dare to Care' session
If you would like to attend, please R.S.V.P. to Amy Wickstein at
amy_wickstein@nycares.org or 212-402-1154.
Thursday, October 2, 12:00 p.m.
Tuesday, October 14, 8:00 a.m.
Thursday, October 23, 7:00 p.m.
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