New England

Confused or overwhelmed at tax time? Need help getting organized? Unclear on what is and isn’t deductible? The new tax law has brought changes to those in the entertainment industry. This live video small group conservatory, in conjunction with the New York Local MOVE Committee, will cover the new rules and help you prepare for the new filing season.

When: 5:30-7:30 p.m., Monday, Jan. 14, 2019
(Doors open at 5:15 p.m.)

Where: SAG-AFTRA New England Office
20 Park Plaza, Suite 822
Boston, MA 02116

Cost: Free. (Class size is limited to 6 members.)

RSVP to newengland@sagaftra.org with your (1) legal first and last name, (2) SAG-AFTRA ID and (3) “Tax Conservatory” written in the subject line. Confirmation of your registration into the class will be sent on Friday, Jan 11, 2019.

• Advance registration is required.
• Your legal name is needed for pre-registration with 20 Park Plaza building security, which also requires all visitors to show legal ID for entry.

About Sandra Karas
Sandra Karas is a member of SAG-AFTRA and AEA and an attorney in private practice in the areas of tax, estates, trusts, contracts and business law. She is also a working actor and currently serves on the SAG-AFTRA New York Local Board and as Secretary-Treasurer of Actors’ Equity Association She holds licenses in the areas of tax accounting, securities and investments, and the law, and is admitted to practice in all New York State courts, Federal District Court, United State Tax Court and the United States Supreme Court.

This workshop is only open to paid-up SAG-AFTRA members in good standing. No guests allowed. Parents/guardians of younger performers under 18 years old are welcome. PLEASE BRING YOUR MEMBERSHIP CARD paid through April 30, 2019 FOR ADMITTANCE. This workshop is not intended to imply an endorsement of any individual or company by SAG-AFTRA. The information provided through the workshop is given for informational purposes and may not be a suitable substitute for the advice of tax preparer/professional, legal or financial counsel. You should always use good judgment in these matters and should not act or refrain from acting based solely on information provided through the workshop.

Do you have questions about SAG-AFTRA? Are you looking for information about what SAG-AFTRA is and what being a member means? Now that you are “eligible” what does that mean for you and for your career? Join SAG-AFTRA members and staff to find out more about the union, its contracts and membership benefits.
 
When: 7 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 10, 2019
(Doors open at 6:30 p.m.)
 
Where: SAG-AFTRA New England
20 Park Plaza, Suite 822
Boston, MA 02116
 
This is an opportunity for non-union performers to ask questions directly to experienced SAG-AFTRA members and staff everything and anything about the union. It is also an opportunity for them to talk about some of the problems they may be facing on set and learn how similar situations are addressed under SAG-AFTRA contracts.
 
Space is limited and RSVPs are necessary. To RSVP please email your legal first and last name to Ben Winthrop at benjamin.winthrop@sagaftra.org. Your legal name is needed for pre-registration with 20 Park Plaza building security, which also requires all visitors to show legal ID for entry.

When: Sunday, Jan. 27, 2019, 7 to 11 p.m.

Tickets for members and guests are $20 in advance ($25 at the door). Members and guests who are 25 years old and younger may purchase tickets at a special discount rate of 50% off the ticket price. 

Ticket includes full dinner buffet, desserts, and door prizes. Cash bar available.

Dress: Festive – It’s a party! Come walk the red carpet!

Questions? Email newengland@sagaftra.org

Click Here to Purchase Regular Priced Tickets ($20 each)
Tickets for members and guests are $20 in advance; $25 at the door. 

Click Here to Purchase 25-and-Under Priced Tickets ($10 each)
Tickets for members and guests ages 25 years old and younger are $10 in advance; $13 at the door.

IMPORTANT Note: Tickets purchased in each price range must be purchased as separate transactions.

This year, the SAG-AFTRA New England MOVE Committee will host a toy drive for our local membership on behalf of Boston Children’s Hospital. Boston Children’s Hospital collects toys and donations for its patients and families for the holiday season. It takes all donations and creates a “shopping room” for families where they can select toys and items for their children and wrap them then and there.
 
When: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Monday, Dec. 10 - Friday, Dec. 14

Where: SAG-AFTRA New England Local 
20 Park Plaza, Suite 822 
Boston, MA 02116 
Please bring new, unwrapped toys to place in our donation box. You’ll need to check in with security on the first floor before coming up to the office.
 
Please help your MOVE Committee support the patients and families of Boston Children’s Hospital during the holiday season!