If you're interested in helping out in other ways, or if you have any questions about voting or Local 802's endorsements, contact Local 802 political director Christopher Caroll at (212) 245-4802, ext. 176 or click here.
FOR A LIMITED TIME, JOIN LOCAL 802 AT A DISCOUNT
If you or any of your colleagues are not members of the musicians' union yet, now's the time!
From now until Dec. 31, Local 802 is waiving its initiation fee. This is the perfect chance to join the largest union local of musicians in the world and become a part of our community.
To join now, call (212) 245-4802 and ask for the membership department, or click here
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EVERY ARTIST INSURED!
It's open enrollment time for Obamacare (the Affordable Care Act) -- but only until Jan. 31
Now is the time to learn about Obamacare/ACA and see if there are options for you, including subsidized health insurance. Our union magazine Allegro published a comprehensive story here. There are in-person workshops coming up here and much more information here from the Actors Fund. Don't wait!
SPECIAL NOTE: There will be a memorial for Local 802 member Derek Smith (1931-2016) on Tuesday, Oct. 25 at St. Peter's church. Details can be found here. To read our obituary for Mr. Smith in our union magazine Allegro, click here.
Bandzoogle just released a new eBook called "23 Ways Musicians Can Make Money", and it's free to download here
GET A LOAN FOR THAT NEW INSTRUMENT YOU'VE BEEN WANTING!
Loan rates have been slashed at the Actors Federal Credit Union. All Local 802 members are invited to join the credit union. Click here for more information on loans.
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