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Happenings around the state! Be sure to check psna.org for the most up-to-date information! 5-County Dinner September District 6 Meeting and Let’s Talk Money! Event Join District 6 for a General Member Meeting on Tuesday, September 13 at 5:30 PM. Then, let’s talk money! Join Kyle Richert of Lifetime Financial Growth as he discusses important financial considerations for nurses of all ages: managing student loans, choosing the best work benefits for you and your family, budgeting, and planning for retirement at the end of your nursing career. District 2 Meeting PSNA District 2 will hold a meeting on September 19 at 5:30 PM. The event will be held at Reading Hospital, Conference Room #8. District 25 Legislative Dinner PSNA District 25 invites all RNs, nursing students, and guests to attend its annual Legislative Dinner. This is an excellent opportunity to meet with PSNA leadership and local State officials to discuss issues related to the nursing profession. This event will be held on September 29 at Old York Road Country Club (801 Tennis Avenue, Ambler, PA 19002). Stay tuned for more information! October Education on Palliative Care PSNA District 4 is co-hosting “Don’t Let Me Suffer Doc: Ethics of Palliative Care” on October 18 at Marywood University. Learning objectives include: (1) Explore how members of the different generations approach seeking medical care, end of life care and/or counseling; (2) Identify three ways spiritual faithfulness among caregivers impacts transitions to comfort/end of life care; and (3) Discuss the key points to difficult communications with patients and patient families. Cost to attend is $60. Click here for more information! PSNA's annual 5-County District Dinner will be held October 27 at Williamson's Restaurant, Horsham. This year's event is sponsored by PSNA District 25. The CNE, “Concussion in Athletes: Identification, Evaluation, Educational Considerations,” will be presented by Mary Ann Dugan, DNP, CRNP, FNP-BC. The Meet & Greet runs from 5-6 PM. The dinner and program run from 6-7:30 PM. Click here for registration information! November District 6 Meeting and Election PSNA District 6 will hold a general membership meeting on November 1 at Life’s Work, Pittsburgh (1323 Forbes Avenue). This event will be held from 5:30-7 PM. Light supper will be provided. On-site parking is free. District 2 Meeting PSNA District 2 will hold a meeting on November 16, 2016 at 5:30 PM. Location TBA. 2020 Women on Boards YNP Event Join the Pittsburgh YNPs and listen to C-Suite and senior-level executives discuss and explore the benefits that gender diversity brings to organizations and corporate boardrooms. The goal is to raise awareness and continue the momentum of today’s national and global brands committing to 20% or more of their board seats held by women. This event will be held on Thursday, November 17. Stay tuned for more information! December Nurses Matter Conference Every day – all across Pennsylvania – nurses are doing amazing things! Nurses make a difference in the community, hospitals, schools, homes, prisons, the State Capitol, and so much more. And this December, we are e xcited to recognize your hard work! Be a part of the celebration! Join us for “Nurses Matter” on December 9 at Camelback Resort in the Poconos. And that’s not all – bring your family and let them have some fun too! Camelback has a massive indoor waterpark, rock climbing walls, kid and adult spas, arcades, restaurants, outdoor activities, and more. Discounted hotel pricing (includes waterpark passes) or waterpark passes (for those who live nearby and don’t need an overnight) will be available to all of our guests. Stay tuned for more information!