The Chicago Activator - August 7, 2017

Official E-Newsletter of the SAG-AFTRA Chicago Local

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August 7, 2017

Welcome to SAG-AFTRA

Local News New Member Orientation September Conservatory Black Harvest Film Festival

New Member Orientation Tuesday, August 15

Senior Radio Players Labor in the Pulpit 2017 2017 Chicago Theater Bike Ride

Local News Discount Movie Passes are Back! $9 movie pass $5 popcorn ticket (upgradeable) $3 drink ticket (upgradeable) Stop by the local to purchase them today.

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New Member Orientation on Aug. 15 New members represent the future for SAG-AFTRA. The more knowledgeable they are, the stronger our union and all members are. The goal of the New Members Subcommittee of SAGAFTRA Chicago's Community Outreach, Community Organizing committee is to educate, engage and empower professional actors from the moment they become union members. The new member orientation event is only one part of that process. Topics covered include every step involved in the union experience, from initiation fees and the dues structure to the correct way to execute member reports and contracts. Other areas include agents and commissions, casting directors, resolving claims, health coverage, set demeanor, committees, staff and a variety of member benefits.

New member orientations are not just for new members. Whether you joined yesterday or 20 years ago, all members in good standing are welcome. Plan now to attend the next new membership orientation and stay informed.

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SAG-AFTRA Conservatory Presents How to Get Your Work to Creatives in Today's Market. What Are They Looking For? Join us for an evening with three industry insiders to discuss how to market to creatives.

Scheduled to be on the panel: James "Stump" Mahoney of FCB Chicago and Jeff Davis of Energy BBDO, with Tim Dadabo as moderator.

When: Monday, Sept. 18, 6- 8 p.m.

Where: Kaufherr Members Resource Center (KMRC) 1 East Erie, Suite 660 Chicago, IL 60611 Please email kathy.byrne@sagaftra.org to RSVP. This meeting is only open to paid-up SAG-AFTRA members in good standing. Unfortunately, no guests allowed. Parents/guardians of younger performers under 18 years old are welcome. No RSVP necessary. SAG-AFTRA members, please bring your membership card or digital card on the app (paid through Oct. 31, 2017) for admittance.

Member Discount for 23rd Annual Black Harvest Film Festival Take advantage of this special offer from our friends at the Gene Siskel Film Center. Join us for the 23rd Annual Black Harvest Film Festival (Aug. 5-31), the Midwest's largest black film festival, with over 60 films and guests galore. SAG-AFTRA members get discounted admission of $7 to any festival film. Just purchase tickets in person at the Film Center box office and mention promo code "SAG." Hurry -- some shows already sold out. Click here for more information.

The Senior Radio Players were interviewed by Michael James of Heartland Cafe at WLUW studios.

Click the image for video of the interview.

Labor in the Pulpit 2017 On Labor Day weekend (Sept. 2 - 4), the Chicago Federation of Labor and ARISE Chicago will once again team up for Labor in the Pulpit/on the Bimah/in the Minbar. Over the past eight years, they've placed speakers in over 100 services throughout the city and suburbs each Labor Day weekend. This is a unique opportunity to highlight the shared values of the labor and faith communities. With all the attacks on labor, it is important that the labor movement demonstrates our shared values.

CFL and ARISE Chicago are currently recruiting volunteers to speak to congregations throughout the area. You can register to speak to your own congregation or speak at another place of worship. To volunteer, contact Mike Hartge at mhartge@chicagolabor.org. You can also call Mike at (312) 906-2432 with any questions or to sign up over the phone.

2017 Chicago Theater Bike Ride on Sept. 9 Come out to celebrate and support the vibrant Chicago theater community at the third annual Chicago Theater Bike Ride. The Ride was created in September 2014 to memorialize SAGAFRTA member Molly Glynn, actor and mother of two, with a mission to support fellow artists in times of greatest need.

Bike ride: When: Saturday, Sept. 9, 11 a.m., First ride wave at noon.

Community potluck barbeque at 1:30 p.m.

Where: Foster Beach 5200 N. Lake Shore Drive at the Lake Chicago, IL 60640 The 12-mile bike ride starts at Foster Beach, takes a short loop up to Osterman Beach and then south to the turnaround at North Avenue Beach, ending back at Foster Beach.

Register here.

Suggested minimum ride donation is $25.

Donations of any amount are accepted even if not participating in the bike ride. The 2017 fundraising goal is $15,000 and 200 riders. The ride has had increased donations, ridership and gifts each successive year.

In response to members' requests to stay informed, The Activator may include notice of rallies, pickets and other actions by unions and the labor movement that have not been sanctioned by the National or Chicago Board of Directors of SAG-AFTRA. This information is provided as a convenience.

The information contained herein regarding workshops, vendors, special offers and the like is provided for informational purposes and is not intended to imply endorsement by SAG-AFTRA of them or the information, material, products or services provided. SAG-AFTRA makes no warranties or representations regarding the use of the material or the quality of the services or service providers.

SAG-AFTRA Chicago: (312) 573-8081 Email: chicago@sagaftra.org Website: SAGAFTRA.org