Last updated: 5/12/08
Events and activities are listed chronologically by date.

To learn more about the committee that is sponsoring an activity, click on the name in red to link to the page on this web site where you will find additional details and e-mail contacts. (NOTE: not all red entries are links.)

Mondays-Fridays
Alcoholics Anonymous
12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
Jones Auditorium, 3rd Floor
All are welcome to attend these meetings. Please be sure to check the rest of the events calendar for church closings.

May 13, Tuesday
Women's Association Luncheon
12:00 pm
Bonnell Hall, 2nd Floor
Please join the Women’s Association for its weekly luncheon, beginning at noon in Bonnell Hall ($7/person, reservations are required). A program normally follows lunch. RSVP by contacting Lorna Lewis (212.247.0490).
May 14, Wednesday
Up@7
7:00 am
Christian Education Center
Up@7 is a small group for young professionals, and meets at 7:00 am on Wednesdays. First-time participants welcome! This week we will continue our study of "Parables of Jesus." Please join us Wednesday, May 14 at 7:00 am for a spiritual boost in the middle of the week. Contact nextministries@fapc.org for more information.

May 14, Wednesday
Join the Bicentennial Choir
6:30 pm
Jones Auditorium, 3rd Floor
All interested parties are invited to participate in this dedicated and devoted ministry of and to the church. For more information, please contact Dr. Don McManus (212.247.0490 or dmcmanus@fapc.org).

May 15, Thursday
Ballroom Dance Lessons
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Ballroom dance lessons continue this winter and spring on Thursday evenings, 6:30-8:00 pm. The cost of each lesson is $10 with all proceeds going to FAPC to help with operating expenses. This month's lessons will be on the Argentine Tango. These lessons are open to all. Don't sit on the sidelines at your next party or event. Join in the fun and dance! For further information contact Lynn Pitz (212.838.1666 or rjpitz@bigplanet.com).
May 16, Friday
City Club Celebration
Join City Club for our “End of the Church Year Celebration” at the Manse on Friday, May 16 from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm. Bring finger food for 4 and your favorite beverage to share. $5.00 per person. Reservations are necessary; contact Wendy Schildwachter (914.835.7600, ext. 132, or wschildwachter@richtravel.com).

May 16, Friday
Scottish Dancers
6:45 pm
Join the fun. You don’t have to be Scottish, wear a kilt or even speak English to enjoy this unique exercise. You’ll meet new people and make new friends, both at home and away. No partner is needed so come alone or bring a friend. Classes are held Friday evenings at 6:45 pm. For more information, contact Jack Cole (212.247.0490 or CameronSCD@aol.com) or visit us on the web (www.camerondancers.org).

May 17, Saturday
Meals on Heels
9:30 am
Bonnell Hall, 2nd Floor
Volunteers are needed each Saturday morning to help prepare and deliver hot meals for some of our city’s homebound elderly. Come to Bonnell Hall, 2nd floor, at 9:30 am to help prepare or at 11:00 am to deliver. For information contact Bob Brennan (april24bob@aol.com).

May 17, Saturday
New2NY (20s/30s) – Bronx Zoo Trip
Join other young adults who are new to the city as we spend an afternoon at the Bronx Zoo! We will meet on Saturday, May 17 at 12:00 P.M. at FAPC (55th Street entrance) and travel to the Zoo together, and enjoy a meal together afterwards. RSVP to Amelia Van Voorthuysen (ameliarosev@gmail.com).

May 18, Sunday
Annual Congregational Luncheon
Please join in this annual festive celebration as we honor those retiring officers who have served us all so well during the year. The cost of this delicious, catered lunch is $20. Limited tickets are on sale on the Sundays between April 20 and May 11 on the second floor coffee hour, following the 9:30 am and 11:15 am worship services. For further information and reservations contact Lynn Pitz (rjpitz@bigplanet.com or 212.838.1666) by May 11.
May 20, Tuesday
Women's Association Luncheon
12:00 pm
Bonnell Hall, 2nd Floor
Please join the Women’s Association for its weekly luncheon, beginning at noon in Bonnell Hall ($7/person, reservations are required). A program normally follows lunch. RSVP by contacting Lorna Lewis (212.247.0490). RSVP by contacting Lorna Lewis (212.247.0490).
May 20, Tuesday
Employment Advisory
6:30 pm
Corning Logan Room, 5th Floor
“Sell Yourself in an Uncertain Economy” is the current Employment Advisory series. Our upcoming program, titled “Life After Job Loss,” will be led by Bettina Seidman. The program begins at 6:30 pm in the Corning Logan Room, 5th floor of the church house. These seminars are led by professionals in the field and are free of charge and open to all. Refreshments will be served. For more information, please contact Diana Kypar (212.247.0490 or dkypar@fapc.org).
May 25, Sunday
Summer Services
Our summer schedule of one worship service at 10:00 am will begin Memorial Day weekend.

May 25, Sunday
Charles P. Dougherty at Bowery Mission
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Bowery Mission (corner of Bowery and Prince Streets)
Stuck in the city for the holiday weekend? Come to an uplifting service of praise and worship. Our preacher will be FAPC Elder and CCS Teacher Charles P. Dougherty. Arrive no later than 5:45 pm for a time of prayer and preparation; service time is 6:15 pm - 7:15 pm. Six volunteers are needed to serve the evening meal from 7:15 pm - 8:00 pm Directions are available at the reception desk or online (http://fapc.org/outreach/bowery.html) Contact Rachel Hocking with any questions (212.586.6561 or Rhocking@metopera.org).

May 26, Monday
Church Will be Closed
In observance of Memorial Day, the church will be closed on this day. Enjoy your holiday.
May 29, Thursday
"55th and Bleecker"
6:30 pm
Jones Auditorium, 3rd Floor
The Center for Christian Studies invites FAPC members and friends to an evening of new
stories, poems, plays and essays from the exciting voices of the Creative Writing Program. This event will be held on Thursday, May 29, at 6:30 pm in Jones Auditorium (3rd floor). Coffee, tea, dessert treats and coffeehouse atmosphere will be provided. Admission is free, but donations will be welcomed! For more information and reservations, contact Emily Dunlap (edunlap@fapc.org or 212.247.0490).
May 31, Saturday
Memorial Service for Dr. Westenburg
3:00 pm
Madison Avenue Presbyterian Church (Madison Avenue and 73rd Street)
A memorial service will be held for Dr. Richard Westenberg, FAPC’s former music director at Madison Avenue Presbyterian Church. All are invited to attend.
COMING IN JUNE
June 3, Tuesday
Employment Advisory
6:30 pm
Corning Logan Room, 5th Floor
"Sell Yourself in an Uncertain Economy" is the current Employment Advisory series. Our upcoming program, titled “Negotiating Your Best Compensation Package - It's Not Just Salary,” will be led by Robert Miller. The program begins at 6:30 pm in the Corning Logan Room, 5th floor of the church house. These seminars are led by professionals in the field and are free of charge and open to all. Refreshments will be served. For more information, please contact Diana Kypar (212.247.0490 or dkypar@fapc.org).
June 8, Sunday
Parade Alert
The National Puerto Rican Day Parade will begin at 11:00 am and will take place on Fifth Avenue between 43rd and 86th Streets. Please allow for extra travelling time.
June 17, Tuesday
Employment Advisory
6:30 pm
Corning Logan Room, 5th Floor
"Sell Yourself in an Uncertain Economy" is the current Employment Advisory series. Our upcoming program, titled “How to Get the Job You Want,” will be led by Eileen Sharaga. The program begins at 6:30 pm in the Corning Logan Room, 5th floor of the church house. These seminars are led by professionals in the field and are free of charge and open to all. Refreshments will be served. For more information, please contact Diana Kypar (212.247.0490 or dkypar@fapc.org).
June 29, Sunday
Parade Alert
The Heritage of Pride Parade will begin at Noon and will start on Fifth Avenue and 52nd Street. Please allow for extra travelling time..
COMING IN JULY
July 4, Friday
Church Will be Closed
In observance of Independence Day, the church will be closed on this day. Enjoy your holiday.
COMING IN SEPTEMBER
September 1 , Monday
Church Will be Closed
In observance of Labor Day, the church will be closed on this day. Enjoy your holiday.
September 6, Saturday
September Reunion
In this our 200th anniversary year, all the officers who are serving or have served from the class of 1950 to date are being invited to a reunion to be held on September 6, 2008 at Fifth Avenue Presbyterian Church. This will be a wonderful opportunity to reconnect and enjoy fellowship with officers with whom you have served. If you have served or are serving as an officer and have yet to respond to our invitation, we would like to hear from you so plans can go forward for this celebratory reunion. Over 200 officers have already said they would be here and we would like to add many more names to the list! Please contact bicentennial@fapc.org with your response.

September 16-23, Tuesday-Tuesday
Bicentennial Trip to Scotland
Join with the Couples Club sponsored trip from 9/16/08 – 9/23/08 to go visit our Scottish roots. Tour includes a professional guided motor coach, deluxe first class accommodations, breakfast daily, two group dinners, lunch at Edinburgh Castle and visits to Glasgow, Ayrshire, Loch Lomond, Glencoe, Loch Ness, Inverness, Pitlochry, Saint Andrews and Edinburgh. Cost is $1,472 per person, land only, double occupancy (single supplement additional). There is limited space. For reservations and further information please contact Wendy Schildwachter (914.835.7600, ext. 132, or wschildwachter@richtravel.com).

COMING IN OCTOBER

October 3-5, Friday-Sunday
Bicentennial Play
On October 3, 4, and 5, there will be performances of an original bicentennial play celebrating our 200 year history. Details will follow but please mark your calendars for this exciting event!

COMING IN NOVEMBER

November 15, Saturday
Bicentennial Dinner
Roosevelt Hotel
Save the Date - the year-long Bicentennial festivities culminate with a gala bicentennial dinner to be held at the Roosevelt Hotel on Saturday, November 15. Enjoy an evening of dining, entertainment and fellowship as we honor those who have served before us and look forward to our next century of service.

 


 

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