You're receiving this e-mail because you've expressed interest in the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America. Not interested anymore? Unsubscribe. Having trouble viewing this email? View it in your browser. CCFA E-Digest E-newsletter of the Greater New York Chapter In this issue Education Symposium Upcoming Events Take Steps Hometown Hero Program Volunteer Social & Appreciation Event IBD Support Groups Please click here to find a support group near you Need help? Contact our Information Resource Center: 888.694.8872 Forward Know someone who might be interested in this email? Forward it. Unsubscribe Not interested in this email? Unsubscribe. Our mission To cure Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, and to improve the quality of life of children and adults affected by these diseases.   In the News Register now for CCFA's 2009 Advances in IBD Research & Clinical Conference New Flu and IBD Fact Sheet Kids for a Cause Holiday Cards - Available Now at a lower price!               2nd Annual Patient Education Symposium Are you interested in the newest treatment options for IBD, wondering how pregnancy affects IBD patients, want to know what you can eat or learn about coping strategies? If you answered yes to any of these questions, the Greater New York Chapter has just the event for you! These topics and other IBD topics will be covered at our 2nd Annual Patient Education Symposium. Date: November 8, 2009 Time: 8:00am - 3:00pm Location: Lighthouse International - 111 East 59th Street, New York City    To learn more about this program or to RSVP    Upcoming Events RSVP Today! 2nd Annual Education Symposium - 11/08/2009 Save the Date! Volunteer Social and Appreciation Event - 11/18/2009 Two New Shows in the CCFA Theatre Club The 42nd Annual Michael S. Modell Memorial Dinner - 12/10/2009 View all our Upcoming Events  CCFA Hometown Heroes = Extraordinary Impact   Hero (noun) Definition: A hero is often used to describe a being that is larger than life. A hero has a special power or skill that separates him/her from the ordinary— and it is that power that is used to help bring change to the world. In the world of IBD we believe heroic powers to be of a more subtle nature; courage, sense of humor, bravery, hope. These heroic powers will battle digestive diseases beginning with your borough, take on the city of New York, and one day change the world. Our hope is to rally the boroughs of New York City by selecting 5 Hometown Heroes who will join together in a furious fight against digestive diseases. Do you or someone you know have an innate spirit to lead the charge in the fight against Crohn’s disease or UC? With over 38,000 New York City residents affected by these diseases we are looking for 5 Hometown Heroes to represent each of the boroughs. Learn more about this program or how to apply     Volunteer Social & Appreciation Reception Mark your calendar and join the Greater New York Chapter on Wednesday, November 18th from 6:30pm-8pm for our Bi-Annual Volunteer Social and Appreciation Reception. Evening will feature: 2009 Outstanding Volunteer Awards Holiday dessert competition Holiday Card Drive - special Holiday cards for patients at Mount Sinai and much, much more! More information coming soon. Watch your e-mail for your official invitation! Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America 386 Park Ave South - 14th Floor, New York, NY 10016 Phone: 212-679-1570 E-mail: newyork@ccfa.org Web site: http://www.ccfa.org