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sagaftra.org | Summer 2023 | SAG-AFTRA 43 Houston-Austin Actors Workshop Kicks Off Conservatory Season The Houston-Austin Local Conservatory held its first in-person event of the year in Houston on May 20. The committee welcomed fellow member Richard Robichaux as a guest teacher for an in-depth actors workshop at Houston Media Source, a free, full-service media arts resource for local creators. ● Labor Leaders Meet With New York Lt. Governor On April 20, SAG-AFTRA Executive Director, New York Local, Labor Policy and International Affairs Rebecca Damon attended a lunch meeting with New York Lt. Gov. Antonio Delgado in New York City. Delgado met with leaders of unions across the state as part of his continued commitment to expanding his understanding of and familiarity with labor unions in the state. From left, Helen S. Jarrett of CWA 1180, Delgado and Damon. ● New York Fun in the Sun at Family Picnic and Beach Day On May 20, SAG-AFTRA Hawaii Local members and their friends and families met to share food, fellowship, and fun at the annual Family Picnic and Beach Day. Members also participated in some tai chi exercises at Ala Moana Beach Park, facilitated by longtime Hawaii Local members Mike and Lori Jeong. From left, Local Secretary C Scott Swartz, member Leanne Teves and her friend Sabine Ah Sing. ● Hawaii Houston- Austin Local Leaders Visit Harbor Island From left, Seattle Local Executive Director Davis Powell, Seattle Local President Rik Deskin, Local Vice President (Broadcast) Deborah Horne and Local Board member Steve Reeder attend the Harbor Island Studios open house on June 30. The King County, Washington, studio was the filming location for several projects in recent months and multiple 48 Hour Film Festival projects. ● Seattle