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Thursday, Sept. 29, 2022

10 a.m. PT / 11 a.m. MT / Noon CT / 1 p.m. E

Featuring: 

• SAG-AFTRA Executive Vice President Ben Whitehair
• Assaf Cohen, Actor
• Matthew Kollar, Director 
• Courtney Sauls, Actor
• Dorit Simone, Casting Director
• Nell Teare, Producer & Director 

Join the SAG-AFTRA President's Task Force on Education, Outreach & Engagement for a discussion about the explosive growth in live-action dubbing roles and the opportunities this boom is bringing to dubbing industry veterans and those newer to voice-over work. This program will cover: 

• What is live-action dubbing?
• How to break into live-action dubbing
• How live action dubbing works 
• The casting process
• And more! 

Please submit questions or comments to sagaftra.org/PTEOEquestions. Unless otherwise requested, your name may be read aloud during the program if your question is selected. Due to time limitations, not all questions will be addressed during or after the program.

This workshop is not intended to imply an endorsement of any individual or company by SAG-AFTRA. Unless otherwise stated, the views expressed are those of the individual guests, not of SAG-AFTRA. The information provided through the workshop is given for informational purposes and may not be a suitable substitute for applicable professional advice. You should always use good judgment in these matters

Here to Help: MPTF & Entertainment Community Fund

Tuesday, Sept. 13, 2022

10 a.m. PT / 11 a.m. MT / Noon CT / 1 p.m. ET

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Featuring: 

SAG-AFTRA Executive Vice President Ben Whitehair

SAG-AFTRA National Seniors Committee Co-chair Lee Purcell

MPTF Director of Community Services Jennifer Jorge, LCSW

Entertainment Community Fund Director of Social Services, Western Region, Tina Hookom, LCSW, CEAP, CGP

Join the SAG-AFTRA President's Task Force on Education, Outreach & Engagement and National Seniors Committee for the first of a two-part look at some of the helpful programs available to members of all ages through SAG-AFTRA’s community partners. First up we’ll hear from the MPTF and the Entertainment Community Fund (formerly the Actors Fund) about all of the services our members can take advantage of. This program will cover: 

• Housing assistance 
• Social services for health & wellness
• Financial Assistance
• And more!

Please submit questions or comments to sagaftra.org/PTEOEquestions. Unless otherwise requested, your name may be read aloud during the program if your question is selected. Due to time limitations, not all questions will be addressed during or after the program.

This event is not intended to imply an endorsement of any individual or company by SAG-AFTRA. The information provided is given for informational purposes and may not be a suitable substitute for the advice of other industry professionals. You should always use good judgment in these matters and should not act or refrain from acting based solely on information provided through these events.

11 a.m. ET Line Up | Noon ET Parade Begins

Where: Assemble at corner of Dorrance Avenue & Mckinley Parkway
Parade ends at Cazenovia Park

Join your fellow SAG-AFTRA members at the annual Buffalo AFL-CIO Labor Day Parade.
 
T-shirts will be given out on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last. 
 
RSVP: Reservations are requested. Please complete the form below by noon on Friday, Sept. 2 to RSVP. You must be logged in to make a reservation.

All attendees of the Buffalo AFL-CIO Labor Day parade are encouraged to follow the most up-to-date COVID precautions per the New York State Department of Health, which can be found at the link below. This includes testing before attending the gathering, as tests will not be available upon arrival at the parade itself. https://coronavirus.health.ny.gov/home

Please note that SAG-AFTRA will be taking photographs and videos at the event which might be used in our publications, social media, and to promote the union and its activities. You and any guests attending with you might appear in the photos and by attending with SAG-AFTRA's group you agree to these uses. If you have any questions or concerns please email: newyork@sagaftra.org.

Parents/guardians of younger performers under 18 years old are welcome. SAG-AFTRA members, please bring your membership card or digital card from the app (paid thru Oct. 31, 2022, or in compliance with the May 2022 Dues Relief Extension) for admittance.
 

A DAY FOR THE WORKING CLASS- Labor Day will be a day of commemoration and celebration co-sponsored by the Philadelphia Council AFL-CIO and the Tri-State Labor Day Parade Committee.

When: 9 a.m. – 2 p.m., Monday, Sept. 5

• 8:30 a.m.: Parade marchers gather at the Sheet Metal Workers’ Local 19 Union Hall (1301 S. Columbus Blvd. and Washington Ave.)
• 9:15 a.m.: Pre-parade kickoff rally
• 10 a.m.: Parade march to Penn’s Landing Great Plaza (Columbus Blvd. and Market St.)
• 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.: Philadelphia AFL-CIO Family Celebration (food, refreshments, kids’ activities, make and take crafts, and live music)

Where: Sheet Metal Workers’ Local (gathering location)
1301 S. Columbus Blvd. (at Washington Ave.)
Philadelphia, PA 19147

RSVP: RSVP is required. Please RSVP for you and your guests directly to Ramon.Jackson@sagaftra.org. 

Questions? Call Ramon Jackson at (215) 430-6360.

Please continue to follow all state and federal guidelines related to COVID-19. Additional resources can be found here.

The products and services noted herein are provided as an informational service to SAG-AFTRA members and are administered by entities independent of SAG-AFTRA. Any questions must be handled by the provider.

When: Monday, Sept. 5

On Monday, September 5, 2022 the Los Angeles/Long Beach Harbor Labor Coalition will celebrate with the 43rd Annual Labor Day March and Rally. Be a part of the SAG-AFTRA contingent as they march to honor labor’s victories and struggles. See details below.

Schedule of Events

8 a.m. - Marchers gather (Broad & E Street)

10 a.m. - March departs

Noon - Rally begins at Banning Park

Where: Meet at Broad & E Street, Wilmington, California (look for the SAG-AFTRA banner)
            Route: E Street, to Avalon, to M Street, ending at Banning Park 

After the march, please join the SAG-AFTRA team at Banning Park for speakers and music.

RSVP:  Please RSVP to movela@sagaftra.org and indicate how many people will attend so we know to expect you

Please continue to follow all state and federal guidelines related to COVID-19. Additional resources can be found here.

The products and services noted herein are provided as an informational service to SAG-AFTRA members and are administered by entities independent of SAG-AFTRA. Any questions must be handled by the provider.

Join the SAG-AFTRA contingent as we march in the 2022 Labor Day parade in Pittsburgh. The annual tradition is back! This is the second-largest Labor Day parade in the country.

When: Sep. 5, 2022, 10 a.m. ET

Where: We will meet up in the PPG Arena parking lot. Look for our banner and a group wearing black SAG-AFTRA T-shirts. We will march the same parade route as most years past.

The route takes us from Centre to Grant to Boulevard of the Allies. (The review stand and parade finish are still in front of the Steelworkers Building.)

Please note that road closures near the parade route begin around 7:30 a.m. and will include Centre and Liberty Ave. You do not need to be at the lineup location this early; however, be aware of how to navigate to the lineup location. Please arrive by 10 a.m., as we will be marching shortly after.

SAG-AFTRA members, friends and family will march with our banner and vehicles.

Coffee, water and pastries will be provided. Also, members get a free SAG-AFTRA T-shirt! A limited number are available on a first-come, first-served basis, while supplies last. If you already have one, please wear it.

A group photo with our banner will be taken before the parade begins.

Please note that there will NOT be a member picnic after the parade this year. 

RSVP: Reservations are required. Please RSVP for you and your guests to ohp@sagaftra.org.

Please continue to follow all state and federal guidelines related to COVID-19. Additional resources can be found here.

Please note that SAG-AFTRA will be taking photographs and videos at the event which might be used in our publications, social media, and to promote the union and its activities. You and any guests attending with you might appear in the photos and by attending with SAG-AFTRA's group you agree to these uses. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact our local staff at the event.

Parents/guardians of younger performers under 18 years old are welcome. SAG-AFTRA members, please bring your membership card or digital card from the app (paid thru Oct. 31, 2022, or in compliance with the May 2022 Dues Relief Extension) for admittance.

9:15 a.m. Line Up | 10 a.m. March Time

Join SAG-AFTRA New York President Ezra Knight, Vice President Linda Powell and your fellow SAG-AFTRA New York Local members at the annual New York City Labor Day Parade and March. The theme of the parade is “Workers Leading, Workers Rising.” No one shows the world how New York leads the way like our members do in front of cameras and behind microphones. March up Fifth Avenue with your union to show your pride as a #sagaftramember.
 
T-shirts will be given out on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last. Light refreshments will be available.
  
RSVP: Reservations are closed. If you would like to join us, please bring your member ID and meet us at the assembly location on East 44th Street at 9:15 a.m.

If you would like to request an Americans with Disabilities Act Accommodation please specify the accommodation you are requesting. You will be contacted by a staff person to discuss your request.

All attendees of the NY Labor Day parade are encouraged to follow the most up-to-date COVID precautions per the New York City Department of Health, which can be found at the link below. This includes testing before attending the gathering, as tests will not be available upon arrival at the parade itself. Masks will be available. www1.nyc.gov

Please note that SAG-AFTRA will be taking photographs and videos at the event which might be used in our publications, social media, and to promote the union and its activities. You and any guests attending with you might appear in the photos and by attending with SAG-AFTRA's group you agree to these uses. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact our coordinator at the event or email: newyork@sagaftra.org.

Parents/guardians of younger performers under 18 years old are welcome. SAG-AFTRA members, please bring your membership card or digital card from the app (paid thru Oct. 31, 2022, or in compliance with the May 2022 Dues Relief Extension) for admittance.

Please join us for the SAG-AFTRA Washington-Mid Atlantic Regional Commercials Code Review & Recommendations meeting. 

Now that the 2022 Commercials Contracts have been ratified, it’s time to focus on our Local’s 2022 Regional Commercials Code. This agreement is tailored specifically to meet the needs of our regional advertisers so they may easily hire local SAG-AFTRA performers. 

If you’ve worked under the Washington-Mid Atlantic Regional Commercials Code during the past five years, we encourage you to attend this meeting. It’s a great opportunity to make your voice heard and provide feedback as we review the current Regional Code provisions.

WHEN: Thursday, May 26, 2022 - 10-11:30AM

WHERE: Meetings will be held by Zoom. You must have a registered Zoom account that identifies you by name to participate. 

RSVP: Reservations are required. Please complete the form below to RSVP. Please note that you must be logged in to see the RSVP form. 

This event is only open to paid-up SAG-AFTRA members in good standing (paid thru April 30, 2022 or Oct. 31, 2022 or in compliance with the May 2022 Dues Relief Extension) for admittance) — no guests are allowed. Parents/guardians of performers under 18 years old are welcome. 

Please join us for the SAG-AFTRA Twin Cities Regional Commercials Code Review and Recommendations meeting.

Now that the 2022 Commercials Contracts have been ratified, it’s time to focus on our Local’s 2022 Regional Commercials Code. This agreement is tailored specifically to meet the needs of our regional advertisers so they may easily hire local SAG-AFTRA performers.

If you’ve worked under a Twin Cities Regional Commercials Code during the past five years, we encourage you to attend this meeting. It’s a great opportunity to make your voice heard and provide feedback as we review the current Regional Code provisions.

WHEN: Wednesday, May 25, 4-6 PM Central

WHERE: Meetings will be held by Zoom. You must have a registered Zoom account that identifies you by name to participate. RSVP to [enter events manager RSVP link.]

RSVP: Reservations are required. Please complete form below to RSVP. Please note that you must be logged in to see the RSVP form below.

Once you RSVP, you will immediately receive your Zoom link. Reminder: You must use a Zoom account with the same email address that was submitted with the RSVP. We recommend participating from a location that has the necessary internet access for optimal viewing.

This meeting is only open to paid-up SAG-AFTRA Twin Cities Local members in good standing (paid thru April 30, 2022 or Oct. 31, 2022 or in compliance with the May 2022 Dues Relief Extension). No guests are allowed. Parents/guardians of performers under 18 years old are welcome. If more than one SAG-AFTRA member per household will be attending, each member will need to RSVP individually. 

Please join us for the SAG-AFTRA Michigan Regional Commercials Code Review and Recommendations meeting. 

Now that the 2022 Commercials Contracts have been ratified, it’s time to focus on our Local’s 2022 Regional Commercials Code. This agreement is tailored specifically to meet the needs of our regional advertisers so they may easily hire local SAG-AFTRA performers.

If you’ve worked under a Michigan Regional Commercials Code during the past five years, we encourage you to attend this meeting. It’s a great opportunity to make your voice heard and provide feedback as we review the current Regional Code provisions.

WHEN: Thursday, May 26, 6:30 PM ET

WHERE: Meetings will be held by Zoom. You must have a registered Zoom account that identifies you by name to participate.

RSVP: Reservations are required. Please complete form below to RSVP. Please note that you must be logged in to see the RSVP form below. 

Once you RSVP, you will immediately receive your Zoom link. Reminder: You must use a Zoom account with the same email address that was submitted with the RSVP. We recommend participating from a location that has the necessary internet access for optimal viewing. 

This event is only open to paid-up SAG-AFTRA members in good standing (paid thru April 30, 2022 or Oct. 31, 2022 or in compliance with the May 2022 Dues Relief Extension) for admittance) — no guests are allowed. Parents/guardians of performers under 18 years old are welcome. If more than one SAG-AFTRA member per household will be attending, each member will need to RSVP individually.