Around the town: events seminars meetings talks.

NYARM Breakfast

Aug. 13--The New York Association of Realty Managers will hold a breakfast seminar titled "Controlling Cost, a Financial and Operational Perspective" from 8 to 10 a.m. at the Brooklyn Marriott located at 333 Adams St. Parking is available. Certification credit for the NYARM designation will be given. The topic is for both property managers and for NYARM's associate members, who are expected to work hand in hand with managers to reduce waste. The cost for members is $25 and non-members $50. For more information contact NYARM executive director Margie Russell at [e-mail] or call 212-216-0654.

Property Management Seminar

Aug. 14 & 26--Cowan Financial Group will hold a conference entitled "Giving Value to Your Client as Property Manager Through Long-Term Care" from 6-8 p.m, both dates. The conferences, sponsored by Neuhaus Chocolatier, are free and will take place at 530 Fifth Ave. Refreshments will be served. RSVP by Aug 12 for 1st seminar and by Aug. 22 for the 2nd seminar. For registration and other information please call the event's host, CFG's Jeanne Brutman at [phone].

PWC Networking Event

Aug. 19--Professional Women In Constuction presents "Meet The Architects," a networking event with exhibit tables at La Maganette Ristorante, Third Avenue at 50th Street from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Honored guests include representatives of architectural firms and government agencies. Tickets (includes buffet): $50 members; $65 non-members ($10 surcharge at door if no reservation). Exhibit tables: $350 members; $450 non-members (includes 4 tickets & ad); sponsorship: $650 members; $750 non-member (includes exhibit table, 8 tickets, ad, name on invitation). Call [phone]; fax: [phone]; email: [e-mail].

MetroZone Seminar-on-Wheels

Aug. 20--MetroZone will hold a "Seminar-on-Wheels" from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. The seminar will focus on Midtown North and Upper Manhattan, with special emphasis on Harlem and East Harlem. The motor coach classroom will leave Times Square at 8 a.m. The cost is $175 per person or $150 per person for groups of 3 or more. For more information call Steven Barshov at [phone].

NRC Lunch

Sept. 8--New York Post journalist Lois Weiss will be the featured speaker at a National Realty Club Inc. lunch from noon to 2 p.m. at The Williams Club, 24 East 39th St. The cost is $40 for members, $65 for non-members who pay in advance and $85 at the door. Payments should be sent to NRC, 380 Lexington Ave., Suite 1700, New York, NY 10168. Reservations must be made the Friday prior to the event. For reservations or information call Tamara or Burton Beck at [phone] or email [e-mail].

Appraisal Institute Course

Sept. 16 to Oct. 21--The Long Island Chapter of the Appraisal Institute will offer a continuing education course, entitled "Appraisal Principles," on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. The course will discuss such topics as the valuation process, money and capital markets, and data collection. It will take place at the C.W. Post campus of Long Island University, at 720 Northern Boulevard in Brookville, N.Y. Tuition: $400 per person. For registration and additional information please call [phone].

IREM Lunch

Sept. 17--The Greater New York Chapter of the Institute of Real Estate Management will host their monthly luncheon from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the New York Helmsley Hotel, 212 East 42nd St. The keynote speaker will be announced at a later date. The cost to attend the luncheon is $65 and advance reservations are recommended. To reserve please call Sheila Still at [phone].

Real Estate Course

Sept. 16&17--The Manhattan Association of REALTORS[R] is sponsoring a 2-day course called "Essentials of International Real Estate" from 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. at the New York Athletic Club. The course is designed to provide both residential and commercial agents a better understanding of the international business environment, global cultures, and the practical aspects of international brokerage including the flow of capital and currency. The course has been approved for 15 hours of NY State CE credit and is the first step in earning the prestigious CIPS designation. The course will be taught be David M Michonski, CIPS, the 2004 NAR International Liasion and Board Member of the International Real Property Foundation. The cost of the course is $295 for REALTORS[R] and $350 for non-REALTORS[R]. For further information and registration materials call [phone] or email [e-mail]

IREM Course

Sep. 17-Dec. 3--The Greater New York Chapter of the Institute of Real Estate Management (IREM) will conduct a course entitled Introduction to Apartment Management. It begins on Wednesday evening, September 17th and runs through Wednesday, December 3, from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at NYU's Midtown Center. The cost is $670, which includes a registration and textbook fee. Course enrollment is limited. For more information or to register, please contact Sheila Still at 212.944.9445 or visit www.iremnyc.org

NRC Lunch

Sept. 23--Philip Schwalb, CEO, The National Sports Museum, will be the featured speaker at a National Realty Club Inc. lunch from noon to 2 p.m. at The Williams Club, 24 East 39th St. His topic will be "Current and Expected Rise in Tourism in Lower Manhattan, and How It May Affect Downtown Real Estate." The cost is $40 for members, $65 for nonmembers who pay in advance and $85 at the door. Payments should be sent to NRC, 380 Lexington Ave., Suite 1700, New York, NY 10168. Reservations must be made the Friday prior to the event. For reservations or information call Tamara or Burton Beck at [phone] or email [e-mail]

IREM COURSE

September 18-Dec. 4 The Greater New York Chapter of the Institute of Real Estate Management (IREM) will conduct a course entitled Introduction to Real Estate Management, which is an introductory course that covers residential, office and retail properties. Topics covered include marketing and leasing; employee relations; budgeting and financial reports; maintenance and property inspections and much more. It begins on Thursday, September 18th and rums through Thursday, December 4, 2003 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at NYU's Midtown Center. The cost is $670, which includes a registration and textbook fee. Course enrollment is limited. For more information or to register, please contact Sheila Still at 212.944.9445 or visit www.iremnyc.org

Continuing Education Classes

Sept. 11 &25, Oct. 2&30--2003 Pratt Institute, Center for Continuing and Professional Studies will hold four sessions of continuing professional education for architects. On Sept 11 (Coping with Environmental Risk: A Guide for the Architect), Sept 25 (Designing, Constructing and Renovating the Healthcare Facility in the New Millennium), Oct 2 (Mold Liability Issues: An Essential Guide for the Architect), Oct 30 (Environmental Opportunity for the Design Professional); 9am-5pm, 144 West 14th St, Rm 213, New York City; Instructor: John E. Osborn, Esq.; $295 tuition per session plus $20 fee per semester, corporate discounts available; 7 AIA/CES LU, or 7 HSW each; register by phone, fax, e-mail. For further information, call [phone], email [e-mail], or log on to http:// prostudies.pratt.edu.

PWC Golf Outing

Sept. 29--Professional Women In Construction will hold an all-day Golf Outing from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. at Elmwood Country Club, White Plains, NY. Golf package includes cart, putter caddy, brunch, cocktails & dinner: $300 p.p.; foursome and sign at hole: $1,400; cocktails & dinner only: $100. For information call [phone], fax [phone] or email [e-mail].

Appraisal Institute Course

Oct. 24 and 25--The Long Island Chapter of the Appraisal Institute will offer a continuing education course, entitled "Fair Housing, Fair Lending, and Environmental Issues," from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. The course will discuss such topics as current laws and regulations, environmental concerns, and compensation and liability. It will take place at the C.W. Post campus of Long Island University, at 720 Northern Boulevard. For registration and additional information please call [phone].

Appraisal Institute Course

Oct. 28 to Dec. 4--The Long Island Chapter of the Appraisal Institute will offer a continuing education course, entitled "Appraisal Procedures," on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. The course will discuss such topics as the appraisal mathematics, land valuation, and cost approach. The classes will take place at the C.W. Post campus of the Long Island University at 720 Northern Boulevard. Tuition: $400 per person. For registration and additional information please call [phone].

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