The Actors Fund Presents: Halloween is Not Cancelled

Oct 28, 2020 - 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM PDT

Where: Online

When: 5 - 7 p.m. PT/ 6  - 8 p.m. MT/ 7 - 9 p.m. CT/ 8 - 10 p.m. ET

Staying safe at home this Halloween season? Well that is no reason to not celebrate! Join us online on October 28 for Halloween is NOT Cancelled hosted by Freestyle Love Supreme co-creator Anthony Veneziale with a special appearance by Elvira, Mistress of the Dark! This live stream event will celebrate all the things we love about Halloween: costumes, make-up and spooky treats, as well as tricks, treats and surprise guests!

Questions? Please contact The Actors Fund at adepersia@actorsfund.org

RSVP: Click here for details

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The Actors Fund Presents: How to Job Search During a Pandemic, Part 2

Oct 27, 2020 - 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM PDT

Where: Online

When: 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. PT/ 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. MT/ 12 - 2 p.m. CT/ 1 - 3 p.m. ET

Are you interested in learning how to navigate your job search during pandemic? Do you need to discuss challenges the pandemic has burdened you with as a job seeker? If so, you're in the right place! 

In part two of Job Search During a Pandemic you will: 

  • Review important points to consider before intiating a job search amid these unprecedented times. 
  • Discuss areas where you should be focusing your energy and how to manage your time  
  • Take a deeper dive into prioritizing your wants and needs

Please Note: This workshop series is not sequential. Participants can take parts 1 and 2 in any order. 

Questions? Please contact The Actors Fund at abellivan@actorsfund.org

RSVP: Click here for details and to RSVP. 

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The Actors Fund Presents: The Career Center Orientation

Oct 27, 2020 - 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM PDT

Where: Online

When: 2 - 4 p.m. PT/ 3 - 5 p.m. MT/ 4 - 6 p.m. CT/ 5 - 7 p.m. ET

Orientation is the first step to enrolling in the services of The Career Center. 

The Career Center addresses a central challenge for performing arts and entertainment professionals: navigating the episodic nature of work in the industry. For many, survival work—initiated to make ends meet—ends up draining the creative professional and becoming more of a problem than a solution. This orientation will help you begin to take the necessary steps to identify meaningful work that complements your life in the entertainment business.

Questions? Please contact The Actors Fund at (212) 221-7300 ext. 255

RSVP: Click here for details and to RSVP. 

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The Actors Fund Presents: Self-Care to Give Care

Oct 27, 2020 - 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM PDT

Where: Online

When: 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. PT/ 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. MT/ 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. CT/ 12:30 - 1:30 p.m. ET

This group is intended for everyone who does the challenging work of caring for a loved one who is an older adult (whether a partner, spouse, parent, friend or other family). This initiative gives voice to the caregiver in a supportive, confidential and safe space, as well as looking at the importance of self-care, including mind-body exercises, community, discussion and expression for replenishment and empowerment.

Questions? Please contact The Actors Fund at (212) 221-7300 ext. 177

RSVP: Click here for details and to RSVP. 

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The Actors Fund Presents: Finding Hope in Uncertain Times

Oct 27, 2020 - 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM PDT

Where: Online

When: 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. PT/ 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. MT/ 12:30 p.m. - 2 p.m. CT/ 1:30 - 3 p.m. ET

Are you struggling to hold on to hope during the pandemic?  Perhaps the future seems uncertain, and the loss of normal routines and human connection have you feeling down? This six-week support group will help you foster hope, giving you greater strength and purpose to navigate these challenging times.  Hope is a quality of mind that can be consciously cultivated. 

The group will provide skills that help you tap into the hopeful part of yourself.  At the same time, we will support you to toss old baggage, face fears, and change unhelpful thinking styles that make you feel defeated.  To develop hope, we will enhance your sense of safety and support, and use creative exercises to find your personal voice and vision for the future.

Questions? Please contact The Actors Fund at dbauman@actorsfund.org

RSVP: Click here for details and to RSVP. 

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The Actors Fund Presents: Career Assessment

Oct 27, 2020 - 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM PDT

Where: Online

When: 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. PT/ 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. MT/ 12 - 2 p.m. CT/ 1 - 3 p.m. ET

Join us to explore and prioritize your values, skills, interests and preferences, in order to gain a better understanding of the jobs that are the best fit for you..

Questions? Please contact The Actors Fund at careercenterwest@actorsfund.org

RSVP: Click here for details and to RSVP. 

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The Actors Fund Presents: Welcome to Medicare

Oct 26, 2020 - 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM PDT

Where: Online

When: 10 - 11 a.m. PT/ 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. MT/ 12 p.m. - 1 p.m. CT/ 1 - 2 p.m. ET

The seminar is for anyone who will soon be getting Medicare and wants to learn more about how it works, understand the many options available and the timing of choosing and enrolling in coverage.

Questions? Please contact The Actors Fund at rmarinaro@actorsfund.org 

RSVP: Click here for details and to RSVP. 

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. This information is not intended to serve as an endorsement nor is any warranty or guarantee implied.
 



The Actors Fund Presents: The Career Center Orientation

Oct 26, 2020 - 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM PDT

Where: Online

When: 9 - 11:30 a.m. PT/ 10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. MT/ 11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. CT/ 12 - 2:30 p.m. ET

Orientation is the first step to enrolling in the services of The Career Center. 

The Career Center addresses a central challenge for performing arts and entertainment professionals: navigating the episodic nature of work in the industry. For many, survival work—initiated to make ends meet—ends up draining the creative professional and becoming more of a problem than a solution. This orientation will help you begin to take the necessary steps to identify meaningful work that complements your life in the entertainment business.

Questions? Please contact The Actors Fund at (917) 281-5959

RSVP: Click here for details and to RSVP. 

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. This information is not intended to serve as an endorsement nor is any warranty or guarantee implied.
 



MPTF Presents: Reel Stories, Real Lives

Oct 27, 2020 - 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM PDT

Where: Online

Hugh Jackman hosts the 9th annual Reel Stories, Real Lives on Tuesday, October 27th at 6:30pm PT / 7:30 p.m. MT / 8:30 p.m. CT / 9:30 p.m. ET. Please join us on MPTF’s YouTube or Facebook page, where industry stars will share stories that highlight the extraordinary impact of MPTF on the entertainment community.

Click here for more information and to RSVP.

This event is free to all. Please consider making a donation to MPTF if you’re able, thank you.

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IndieCade Kicks Off This Friday

Oct 15, 2020 - 9:00 PM to Oct 24, 2020 - 9:00 PM EDT

Where: Online via Zoom

IndieCade kicks off FRIDAY, OCT. 16, and SAG-AFTRA members can get their tickets now for 20% OFF.
 
DISCOUNT INSTRUCTIONS: Purchase tickets here. Click the Green Tickets button, then click "Enter Promo Code" at the very top of the page to apply the discount code: SAG/AFTRA.

ABOUT THE FESTIVAL: Referred to as the Sundance of video games, IndieCade is a vibrant festival of innovative, experimental interaction design spanning video games, immersive theater, board games and experiences that push the boundaries of these definitions. IndieCade is switching things up with nine full days of 24-hour programming for its 2020 online festival celebrating independent games, accessible from #AnywhereAndEverywhere.

FESTIVAL DETAILS

FESTIVAL HIGHLIGHTS

  • Showcasing 50 new nominated games on Twitch, for the 15th Annual IndieCade Awards.
  • Awards ceremony takes place Friday, October 23 at noon on Twitch (hosted by indie dev Asher Vollmer and SAG-AFTRA member Sarah Elmaleh).
  • The festival will feature conference sessions, games, networking and more. Plus a Second Life island and Discord lounge.

ABOUT INDIECADE: IndieCade supports independent game development and organizes an annual series of international events showcasing the future of independent games. Since 2005, IndieCade has shown over 2,000 games and juried thousands more, launched countless projects and collaborations, and celebrated diverse and experimental new work in independent games.

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