Events
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General Membership Meeting – (RESCHEDULED) – Wednesday, September 30, 2026 at 5:00 pm
General Membership Meeting – Wednesday, September 30, 2026 at 5:00 pm Masonic Hall NYC 46th W. 24th St New York, NY 10010 Directions: Take the F or M to 23rd St
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October Out-of-Work List Re-registration!!
Re-registration for all members to maintain their position on Local 79’s Job Referral list. Dates for re-registration are October 1, 2, 5, 6, and 7. Hours are from 8:00 am – 5:00 pm each day. Please call the Job Administration Dept. 212-465-7915, 7918, 7919, or 7969.
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Coney Island Family Fun Day – Saturday, October 3, 2026
Tickets to the Local 79 Coney Island Family Fun Day on Saturday, October 3rd can be bought at the Local 79's Union Hall, at our September Membership Meeting and the day of the event! Wrist bands required for all attendees: $25 in advance + $35 day of event (Band includes participating in all activities) Join local 79 for a day of fun including rides, games, health screenings, food & t-shirts: 12:30 PM CHECK-IN AT ASSER LEVY PARK (302 SEA BREEZE AVE BROOKLYN, NY) *On-Site sales end at 1:00 pm* NO EXCEPTIONS 1:00 PM START OF FAMILY FUN DAY 2:30 PM LUNA PARK [...]
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Columbus Day- Local 79 Offices Closed!!
In observance of Columbus Day, Local 79 offices will be closed all day.
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Retiree Outing: “A Day at the Races” at Belmont Racetrack Friday, October 16, 2026 – Doors open at 11:30 AM
Belmont Racetrack - Elmont 2150 Hempstead Turnpike, Elmont, NY, United StatesRetiree Outing: “A Day at the Races” at Belmont Racetrack Friday, October 16, 2026 – Doors open at 11:30 AM | 2150 Hempstead Turnpike., Elmont, NY Join us for a fun-filled afternoon at Belmont Racetrack! Your ticket includes a thrilling day of horse racing, exciting raffles, lunch and a great time. RSVP Information: How to book: Call Lori at (212) 465-7965 to reserve your spot or to ask any questions. Guest Policy: To ensure we can accommodate as many retired members as possible, registration is currently limited to one guest per member. Extra Seats: If you would like to bring additional [...]
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General Membership Meeting – Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at 5:00 pm
General Membership Meeting – Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at 5:00 pm St. Vartan Armenian Cathedral 630 2nd Ave. New York, NY 10016 Between: 34th St. & 35th St. Directions: 4, 5, or 6 Train to Grand Central – 42nd St.
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Reminder: Daylight Saving Time Ends!! Don’t Forget to “Fall Back”
Daylight Saving Time ends this Sunday, November 1, 2026 at 2 a.m.; so before you go to bed Saturday night, you’ll want to turn your clocks back an hour.
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Election Day Reminder!!
Today is Election Day! Don't forget to cast your ballot and make your voice heard.
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Happy Veteran’s Day!!
Happy Veterans Day! Thank you for your service, bravery, and sacrifices in protecting our freedoms; we honor you today and always for your dedication and commitment to our country.
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Retiree Outing: Tropicana Casino in Atlantic City – Friday, November 13, 2026
Tropicana Casino & Resort 2831 Boardwalk, Atlantic City, NJ, United StatesRetiree Outing: Tropicana Casino in Atlantic City – Friday, November 13, 2026 Join us for our upcoming Retiree Outing to the Tropicana Casino in Atlantic City, NJ - Friday, November 13, 2026 Details: Bus departure locations and times are listed below: Brooklyn: 92nd and 7th Ave. - 8:00 am Staten Island: 440 Arthur Kill Road - 8:45 am Queens: Olive Garden (92-10 59th near the Queens Center Mall) - 8:15 am Bronx: Villa Barone Manor (737 Throgs Neck Expressway) - 8:15 am Reservation Info: RSVP Required: To ensure we can accommodate as many retired members as possible, registration is mandatory. Guest [...]
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General Membership Meeting – Wednesday, November 18, 2026 at 5:00 pm
General Membership Meeting – Wednesday, November 18, 2026 at 5:00 pm St. Vartan Armenian Cathedral 630 2nd Ave. New York, NY 10016 Between: 34th St. & 35th St. Directions: 4, 5, or 6 Train to Grand Central – 42nd St.
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Thanksgiving Day Holiday – Local 79 offices close at 12 Noon on Wednesday, November 25 and will be closed on Thursday November 26 – Friday, 27, 2026!!
In observance of the Thanksgiving holiday, Local 79 offices will close at 12 noon on Wednesday, November 25, and will be closed on Thursday, November 26 – Friday, November 27, 2026. Our offices will reopen on Monday, November 30, 2026 at 8:00 am May the warmth of the harvest fill your heart this season!!