Events calendar
Featured Events
- Celebration | 8:00 am - 2:00 pm
| Midtown Hilton
Register to attend Teacher Union Day, our annual commemoration of the strike that put the newly formed UFT on the path to becoming the activist organization it is today. The power of our union is in all of its members. Each year the UFT honors past leaders who continue to inspire us and recognize current members who are leading us into the future. There will be a continental breakfast and post-awards reception.
- Conference | 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
| The Westin New York Grand Central
Register for the annual Federation of Nurses/UFT Professional Issues Conference! This year's theme is "Exploring Today's Health Care Challenges." Don't miss this excellent opportunity to advance your professional development and to network with colleagues and fellow UFT members! The deadline to register is Friday, Nov. 14.
- Other | 8:30 am
| UFT Headquarters
Donate new coats, hats, scarves, mittens and other winter accessories to support NYC public school students living in temporary housing. We cannot accept used clothing. Let's make sure students in need have new apparel to stay warm this winter.
- Workshop | 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm | Online
Are you a provider looking to earn your first Child Development Associate credential? Are you interested in joining a family child care network, teaching 3-K or pre-K children, or being nationally recognized as a high-quality program? Register for our summer training to earn your CDA at no cost! If you are interested in enrolling, you must attend this virtual orientation and class.
- Meeting | 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm | Online
Join your Paraprofessionals Chapter officers online for an opportunity to bring your questions and concerns directly to your chapter leadership. Whether it's workplace issues, union resources or chapter priorities, your officers will be available to provide information and help you navigate next steps. Connect with fellow paraprofessionals from across Queens and hear answers to questions that may matter to you too. Please submit questions for the chapter officers when registering.
- Workshop | 11:00 am - 1:00 pm | UFT Headquarters
Despite unprecedented digital connectivity, many young men report increasing loneliness, social anxiety, insecurity about their physical appearance, disconnection from the opposite sex, and difficulty forming meaningful romantic and interpersonal relationships. This presentation examines the role of social media, online communities, pornography, gaming, and dating apps in shaping contemporary experiences of masculinity and intimacy. Attendees will explore the psychological mechanisms involved and consider treatment approaches. This workshop is $10 for Registrants will earn two CEU credits upon completion.
- Meeting | 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm | Mad for Chicken
New UFT members working in Districts 25 and 26 are invited to a meet and greet at Mad for Chicken in Bayside. This is a great opportunity to get answers to questions, raise concerns and connect with your colleagues.
- Conference | 8:00 am - 3:00 pm | UFT Bronx borough office
Register to attend a parent conference about Title I, presented in collaboration with April Parks, the chair of the District 11 Parent Advisory Council. This conference will equip you to support the Title I goal of improving student achievement by empowering families and strengthening school-home partnership. Participants will attend three workshops, connect with fellow parent leaders and explore an exhibitor fair full of community resources and information for schools and families.
- Other | 8:00 am - 1:00 pm | WPCLB AFLCIO
Come door knocking in White Plains, NY for Cait Conley, who is running for NY's 17th Congressional district.
- Other | 9:00 am - 1:00 pm | Queens borough office
Register for a professional development and wellness fair for Queens paraprofessionals in memory of Anne Curley, the UFT’s former Queens paraprofessionals borough coordinator. Unwind, connect with colleagues and enjoy a presentation from holistic pharmacist, functional wellness practitioner and entrepreneur Julie Shalom.
- Other | 9:30 am - 12:00 pm | WPCLB AFLCIO
Come door knocking in White Plains, NY for Cait Conley, who is running for NY's 17th Congressional district.
- Other | 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Join your fellow UFT members to get out the vote for Chris McCreight for Assembly, running in NYS District 46 (southern Brooklyn).
- Other | 7:00 pm | The Stadium at Memorial Field
Join the UFT and the Westchester Soccer Club for the final regular season home match of the season against Union Omaha! UFT members will receive discounted tickets. Each ticket includes a food voucher for Walter's Hot Dogs, which includes one hot dog, a bottle of water and a bag of chips. Please invite your friends and family to join us and cheer on Westchester SC. We look forward to seeing you there!
- Other | 7:00 am - 10:30 am | Jones Beach State Park
Every October, thousands of UFT members don pink outfits and accessories and come together to walk for Making Strides Against Breast Cancer. March with the UFT on Long Island for this year's walk.
- Other | 8:00 am | Central Park
Every October, thousands of UFT members don pink outfits and accessories and come together to walk for Making Strides Against Breast Cancer. March with the UFT in Manhattan for this year's walk.
- Other | 8:00 am | Flushing Meadows - Corona Park
Every October, thousands of UFT members don pink outfits and accessories and come together to walk for Making Strides Against Breast Cancer. March with the UFT in Queens for this year's walk.
- Other | 3:45 pm - 4:45 pm
Occupational and physical therapists are invited to virtual office hours with Chapter Leader Thomas Ayrovainen and other chapter representatives. Members should drop in to raise issues, ask questions or just say hi.
- Meeting | 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm | Clara Barton High School
Register to attend a workshop for members working in Brooklyn South High Schools. UFT Pension Trustee Christina McGrath will meet with members to discuss the Teachers’ Retirement System, the Tax-Deferred Annuity, the Roth option and how members can maximize their retirement.