Join Me In-Person and Online   Dear Neighbor, Below you will find information about three upcoming events this month: On October 24th, 25th, and 26th at 2pm I will be hosting this year's Virtual Senior Resource Fair. On October 31st, I will be hosting an in-person Town Hall at Carnegie Hall on Key Policy Issues and the Upcoming 2024 Legislative Session. I will be joined by Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg, Senate Environmental Conservation Committee Chair Pete Harckham, and Barika Williams, Executive Director of the Association for Neighborhood and Housing Development (ANHD). On October 25th, at 6pm, Assembly Member Alex Bores will be hosting an in-person Town Hall at CUNY Graduate Center. See below for more information and registration details. Best, Liz Krueger State Senator PS - If you missed my message on the tragedy unfolding in Israel and Gaza and what you can do to help, click here to read it. Senator Liz Krueger's Annual Virtual Senior Resource Fair Resources for Connection, Support, and Sustainability October 24th – 26th from 2pm – 3:30pm Solo Aging: Building Community Tuesday, October 24th from 2pm - 3:30pm Many older adults in the City are solo agers, but that doesn’t mean you have to live a life alone. Learn about resources for solo agers and building community. Presentations: Resources for Solo Agers, Amy Stein-Milford, DOROT Overcoming Planning Roadblocks, Wendl Kornfeld Carnegie Hill Village, Alden Prouty Men are Solo Agers Too, Steve Gurney, Positive Aging Community Successes and Challenges of Online Dating, Dr. Nan Bauer-Maglin Caring For Caregivers Wednesday, October 25th from 2pm – 3:45pm According to AARP, there are 2.2 million family caregivers in New York State doing difficult work, often alone. Learn about the impacts caregiver burden has on your physical and mental health, and how to find support. Presentations: The Impact of Caregiver Burden, Elizabeth Fein, LCSW, Mount Sinai, and the Early Alzheimer’s Foundation Home Care and its Financial Impact, Laura Radensky, LCSW, COHME Home Care Caring for People with Dementia, CaringKind, Dante Tipiani, MSW Supported Technology, Mark Surabian, Marlene Myerson JCC Support from the Faith Community, Kate Dunn, Fifth Avenue Presbyterian Church Activities Caregivers and their Loved Ones Can Do Together, Robin Strashun, Search and Care, Rebecca McGinnis, the Metropolitan Museum of Art Nature and the Environment Thursday, October 26th from 2pm – 3:30pm Learn about the wonderful natural resources we have in New York City, and about caring for our urban environment and advocating for a green planet. Presentations: Enjoying Nature in the Urban Environment, idig2learn, Christina Delfico Bird Watching and the Audubon Society, Richard Santangelo, and Lianne D’Arcy Exploring New York City Parks, Carly Sheinberg, Urban Rangers Composting, Anneliese Zausner-Mannes, Big Reuse Advocating for a Green City and A Green Planet, Monica Weiss, Third Act. You will have the option of joining the event(s) online through Zoom. You will also have the option to view the event online through Facebook. Please note that you do not need a Facebook account or profile to view the event through Facebook. If you do not have access to a computer, tablet, or other electronic device, you can listen in by telephone. **Once you register for the event, you will receive a confirmation email at least a week before the event with the Zoom and Facebook links, and the call-in information.** Please let us know if you plan to join us on October 24th, 25th and 26th. You can attend one, two, or all three events. RSVP at [link removed]. Click Here to RSVP for the Virtual Senior Resource Fair Live at Carnegie Hall Senator Liz Krueger and Special Guests “Key Policy Issues and the Upcoming 2024 Legislative Session” 154 West 57th Street (between 6th and 7th Avenues) The Weill Music Room, 10th Floor Tuesday, October 31st 6 pm – 8 pm Doors Open at 5:15 pm Treats for All Join us on Tuesday October 31st for Senator Krueger’s first in person Town Hall since 2020! Senator Krueger will discuss key policy issues and her legislative priorities for the 2024 legislative session. The Senator and her guests will cover a range of issues, including the protection of our civil liberties, the environment and climate change, as well as tenants’ rights and new housing production. Treat bags will be available for all attendees. Dress festively if you choose, or come in New York City attire, which includes basic black - always in season. Special Guests: Alvin Bragg, Manhattan District Attorney State Senator Pete Harckham, Chair, Senate Committee on Environmental Conservation Barika Williams, Executive Director of the Association for Neighborhood and Housing Development (ANHD) The event will feature a question and answer session moderated by Senator Krueger, with Alvin Bragg, State Senator Pete Harckham, and Barika Williams. *Seating* is limited. You must RSVP to attend. Seats will *not* be held after 6:15 pm. If you cannot attend, please let us know, so we can give your seat to someone else. Please let us know if you plan to attend the Tuesday, October 31st Town Hall and RSVP to [link removed]. When you arrive at 154 West 57th Street (between 6th and 7th Avenues), take the elevator to the 10th Floor to check-in before you proceed to the Weill Music Room. Click Here to RSVP for the October 31st Carnegie Hall Event Live At Carnegie Hall Click Here to RSVP for Assm. 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