Co-op City Times 03/15/14

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Vol. 49 No. 11

Saturday, March 15, 2014

City to install Accessible Pedestrian Signals at 2 Co-op City intersections The city’s Department of Transportation (DOT) will install Accessible Pedestrian Signals (APS) at two of Co-op City’s busiest intersections, thanks to the efforts of Co-op City resident Frank Senior and the Pedestrians for Accessible and Safe Street (PASS) Coalition.

The APS device, which is mounted on a pole near a crosswalk, communicates information to pedestrians about the “Walk” and “Don’t Walk” intervals at intersections with traffic lights in a nonvisual format, for example, audible tones, verbal messages and vibrating surfaces for pedestrians who are blind or have low vision, and who have hearing loss.

In Co-op City, the device will be installed at the intersections of Co-op City Boulevard and Bartow Avenue, and Coop City Boulevard at Carver Loop.

“I suggested these two intersections because they both lead to the main shopping areas, especially the one at Bartow

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Avenue,” said Mr. Senior, a resident of Building 6 who has been blind since birth. “This should have been done ten years ago, but I finally got fed up of going to these places and wondering if I will make it across the street, fed up of waiting for others to come along to help and stressing about it all. There’s no need to stress, the technology is available and it should be on every block of the city.”

According to Alan Borock, head of signaling at the NYC Department of Transportation, an evaluation has already been completed, the designs are being prepared and the APS devices will be installed “within three to five months,” PASS reported.

Mr. Senior, an accomplished jazz musician who is featured in the multiaward winning documentary Sound of Vision which aired on PBS last March, said that he reached out to a friend from (Continued on page 4)

Public Safety seeking to expand use of “Are You Okay” program Riverbay’s Public Safety Department is reaching out to additional Co-op City seniors and homebound who they feel will benefit from participating in the community’s “Are You Okay,” program which provides free daily phone calls to the community’s senior and homebound population to check on their whereabouts and wellbeing.

Lt. Jeffrey Bowman, who oversees the application of the “Are You Okay” program in Co-op City, said this week that roughly 30 seniors take advantage of the daily service offered to them and with this recent upgrade, the hope is that many more will take advantage of the helpful service.

“This program has been serving seniors of our community since the mid 1980’s,” said Lt. Bowman. “Co-op City was one of the first communities anywhere to incorporate this innovative computer calling program into its daily routine and, over the years, it has saved several lives. The program provides a way to check on the well being of senior citizens and homebound individuals who might require assistance, or who may face medical emergencies alone at their home. It brings a feeling of comfort and security to subscribers knowing that they will receive help if a problem occurs.”

Bowman explained that seniors, homebound or disabled who sign up for

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the program receive a daily call in their home at a time of their choosing, any time between 5 a.m. and 9 a.m. If the program subscriber answers the automated call, they will be automatically checked off as being okay for that day.

If no one answers the call, another call is placed a short time later and if no one answers again, then the Public Safety dispatcher is automatically notified of the missed call and the subscriber’s file will pop up on the dispatcher’s screen.

That file will include the subscriber’s emergency contact information which can include the phone numbers of close family members or friends or neighbors, doctors or clergy. Phone calls are placed in the order that the names are listed. Bowman said that many times the family member or friend is aware of an appointment or trip that the subscriber might have made that day and informs the dispatcher that everything is okay.

If that is not the case, that family member or friend might be given the option of checking on their loved one or if they are unable to, Public Safety will send officers to the home to check on the subscriber’s condition. Each subscriber of the program is asked to leave a key with a trusted neighbor in case of this eventuality, but if no key is left, sometimes an emergency entrance will have to be carried out.

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Occupancy rate remains near 99% in Co-op City The number of vacant apartments in Co-op City has fallen again over the past four months, declining to 223 vacant units, compared to 240 units last October, and almost all of those empty apartments are at various stages of the purchasing process by new shareholders.

With a total of 15,372 apartments in Co-op City, the occupancy rate is now close to 99%, indicating that the strong demand from new cooperators who want to move to the community continues. Last July, there were 289 vacant apartments, according to figures from the Riverbay Sales Department.

Of the current 223 vacant units, 45 of them are awaiting closings with the new shareholders. Closing dates have been scheduled in 39 of those units, two of them are awaiting approvals by Citibank, and four applicants are being

BY JIM ROBERTS

contacted by sales agents to schedule closing dates.

In 15 other cases, applicants have made appointments to see units, while 20 application packages from new potential shareholders are being prepared for submission to the state Housing and Community Renewal (HCR) agency for processing.

Seventy-six other applicants have been offered apartments and will now have to respond to the offer. One apartment has been offered to a transfer applicant and they now have to respond.

More than 60 of the other vacant apartments are in the pipeline with HCR. Of that total, 34 applications are pending HCR approval and another 29 cannot be sent to HCR as yet because there are already the maximum of 175

NOTICE to Shareholders: 1098 Explanation

Riverbay Corporation pays the mortgage, and the interest of that mortgage is allocated to all shareholders based on the size of their apartment. For calendar year 2012, the mortgage interest was $45,626,610, which, spread out over the entire complex of 72,666 rooms, equals $627.90 per room.

The 2013 mortgage interest was $14,282,480, divided by the total number of rooms in the complex, 72,666 rooms, equals $196.55 per room.

The drastic reduction in mortgage interest is due to the excellent achievements of Management in refinancing the mortgage at a very low

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2.4% interest rate HUD guarantee mortgage. Previously, in 2012, that was the NYCB mortgage at a 5.7% interest rate, along with prepayment penalties and other fees which were incurred when that loan was paid off.

Although shareholders are not receiving the high benefit of a large mortgage interest deduction for tax purposes, they are benefitting by carrying charges that were maintained at a very low level because of the HUD guaranteed mortgage, and without which, there would likely have been a much larger carrying charge increase.

—Riverbay Finance Department

Management Forum on Monday to update community on ongoing and new initiatives On Monday, March 17, Riverbay’s management will hold a forum in the Dreiser Auditorium to update the community’s shareholders, and commercial and professional tenants on a number of ongoing initiatives.

“We constantly strive to keep cooperators informed of any new initiatives and to give you updates on any number of issues that impact the residents of this community,” said Riverbay’s General Manager Vernon Cooper. “We have found that, in addi-

tion to the weekly management report published in the paper, a good way of doing this is to hold forums, which enable us to reach a large group of residents at one time, while being able to show and demonstrate some of these initiatives where feasible and to allow residents to voice their opinions and give us feedback.”

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applications now being processed with the state, according to Riverbay. Two apartments are used as models by the Sales Department.

The ongoing strong demand for apartments in Co-op City comes as the community continues to undergo its historic rebuilding led over the past ten years under the direction of successive Riverbay Boards of Directors.

Marion Scott Real Estate, Inc., the managing agent of Co-op City, has overseen numerous major Co-op City capital improvement projects during this time, and, in November 2012, working closely with Wells Fargo, was able to secure an historic $621M mortgage refinancing with an equivalent interest rate of 2.9%, insured under HUD’s 223(f) program, which, prior to Co-op City’s application, was only open to rentals, not condos and cooperatives like Co-op City.

Some of the numerous capital improvement projects that MSI has overseen in Co-op City include

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meet with Riverbay department directors starting at 6 p.m.

The forum itself, which is expected to run from 7 p.m.– 10 p.m., will start with a presentation by the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA), followed by a question and answer period. Shareholders are asked to be brief when asking their questions so as to accommodate as many of their neighbors as possible.

Next, there will be a presentation by “Myhome payge.” In July of last year, the Riverbay Board approved Resolution 13-60, submitted by Board President Bill Gordon and seconded by Directors Evelyn Turner and Andrea Leslie, after Management recommended the program both as an amenity to residents and as a way of creating a new income stream for the community at no cost to the Riverbay Corporation. According to the resolution, Myhomepayge consists of online services, including, but not limited to, delivery of servicers, such as pet care, dry cleaning, movie tickets, car care and other third party services. By entering into an agreement with Myhomepayge, Riverbay’s obligation is to cooperate

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Bowman said that out of approximately 10,000 calls made in 2013 in Co-op City, a small percentage did require further follow-up to ensure that the subscribers were okay.

At the height of its use, the “Are You Okay” program had approximately 150 subscribers here, but now that number is down to approximately 30.

Bowman said that Public Safety is now trying to recruit new subscribers. The Department’s Community Policing Officers have been speaking at building meetings and at the local senior centers to drive up the number of subscribers to the free, useful, and potentially lifesaving service.

Chief Frank Apollo, Commanding Officer of the Department of Public Safety, said, “For nearly three decades, this program has been of invaluable assistance to us as we check on the welfare of our senior and homebound population. With new advancements, the program is more efficient, friendly and adaptable to the individual schedules and needs of each of our seniors.”

The new advanced features allows the system to schedule phone calls down to the minute, list an unlimited number of emergency contacts, call subscribers more than once a day if they so wish, more easily program in “no call dates” for occasions such as trips, vacations, and hospitalizations, provide calls in a variety of languages, and even provide a birthday message to the subscriber on that special day once a year.

Chief Apollo said the department is now considering using the programs for a variety of other functions, including providing a second evening call to seniors if they desire it, and also creating a system for parents who work, so they can have the system make sure their children are home at a certain prescribed time after school.

The program is available to any Co-op City resident who is 60 years of age or older or any homebound

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Mgmt. Forum

RUOK program

reconstruction of the community’s eight garages, repair of all balconies, replacement of all windows and terrace doors in residential buildings, restoration of both the Section 1 and Section 5 greenways, roof replacement on a majority of the community’s buildings with others currently in progress, and the rebuilding of the Riverbay Power Plant into a upgraded cogeneration plant, as well as continuing replacement of 40-plus year old equipment.

In addition, Public Safety’s technology and cameras were significantly enhanced through a new digital command center and the installation of additional cameras and call boxes throughout the complex, all lighting in public areas was replaced with energy efficient, cost saving fixtures, and a central garbage treatment facility was built to bring trash from the community’s homes as efficiently as possible on a daily basis.

MSI also oversaw the final stages of the Ric-Wil in Section 5, the elevator modernization program, replace-

ment of the ash cart room floors, building of a Central Storage area, upgrade of playgrounds, building of a water treatment facility and keyless entry for lobbies.

Most of these completed or ongoing projects were made possible by the successfully refinanced mortgage in 2004, and in 2011 with New York Community Bank, negotiated jointly by Management and the respective Riverbay’s Board leadership at the time, while some newer projects are either budgeted for in the mortgage refinancing with Wells Fargo, secured

by HUD, the City and State of New York, or will be covered by the 1% increase in carrying charge that went into effect on Oct. 1 of last year, to be followed by 0% increase in carrying charges for Co-op City shareholders this year, while rent-stabilized tenants in the rest of the city are paying increases between 5% and 9.5% for two-year leases and 3.25% and 6.25% for one-year leases due to a ruling by the city’s Rent Guideline Board in April, 2013.

with Myhomepayge in implementing and carrying out the program and providing accurate records. In return, the program will pay Riverbay 20% of gross receipts of purchases made by Co-op City residents.

“The program will also offer new amenities to cooperators whereby they will be able to log on with the use of their own password and they can obtain new community information, not only from Riverbay, but from organizations within the community,” said Joe Boiko, Riverbay’s Ombudsman. “Myhomepayge will allow us to come up to the 21st Century where cooperators will now be able to make their carrying charge payments online and ACH services will be free of charge. Those who choose to use a charge card will have a minimum service fee attached, however. The new system will also allow cooperators to request maintenance services.”

The third item on the agenda is a discussion of the lobby entrance doors and access controls, followed by a review of other community projects, including lighting and the community centers.

After the presentations, general questions will be taken from the floor. Those who would like to ask questions are reminded to be brief so that as many questions as possible can be addressed before the conclusion of the forum at 10 p.m.

“A number of important initiatives will be discussed at the March 17th forum with the community and we are asking that you come to this meeting so that you can hear first-hand about the issues on the agenda and participate in the discussions about these exciting and positive issues,” said Cooper. “The topics will include the proposed MTA bus route changes, the upgrading and improvements of our website, the installation of new lobby entrance doors and access control system, energy conservation measures like the installation of more LED lighting throughout the community and general questions.

We have invited guests in attendance to speak about specific issues and they will be available to field questions.

We believe the evening will be very enlightening and well spent and we are looking forward to seeing you there.”

or disabled person. It is available to senior couples, as well as seniors who live alone and even seniors who live with family but are alone most of the day due to family work or school schedules.

Anyone interested in learning more about the program can call the Public Safety Dispatcher’s nonemergency line at 718-320-3300 or log on to the Public Safety website at www.ccpd.us

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Public Safety and CERT team conduct joint emergency drill

Co-op City Spelling Bee

The African American Association of Co-op City and the Riverbay Fund are co-sponsoring a spelling bee for Grades 4-8 students on Saturday, March 22, at 10 a.m. to be held in Room 31 of the Bartow Community Center. Admission is FREE. The Grand Prize winner will receive $100, and all participants will receive favorable recognition.

Light refreshments will be served.

To register your child and/or to volunteer to assist at this event, please call (718) 379-5555.

Next CB#10 Meeting

On Thursday, March 20, Community Board #10 will hold its monthly meeting at Preston High School, 2870 Schurz Avenue, Bronx, NY 10465. The meeting will begin at 7:30 p.m. For further information, please contact Community Board 10 at (718) 892-1161.

CERT Chief Khalil Abdul-Wahhab (L) joins Public Safety Chief Frank Apollo in addressing the responding CERT members and Public Safety officers in the briefing room before the drill.

Chief Frank Apollo makes a point about the drill as supervisors stand-by.

Riverbay’s Department of Public Safety joined together with Community Board 10’s volunteer Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) to stage a drill last Friday evening to test the ability of the two agencies in working together at protecting the safety of residents here in the event of an emergency situation. CERT is a program of the city’s Office of Emergency Management which trained volunteer residents to help first responders here in the event of any large scale emergency. In recent years, CERT has worked together with Public Safety to better coordinate their functions and services. On Friday evening, they tested those procedures, first with a mock briefing at which specific assignments were handed out to all volunteers and officers who participated. Shortly thereafter, they put those assignments into effect, as they staged a mock power failure in Section 5 and acted out the roles each would play in safeguarding the community if such an event would really take place in the future.

Church of the Savior’s new home

Church of the Savior is scheduled to hold its first Sunday service in its new home, the ground floor of Building 1A, 920 Baychester Avenue, next Sunday, March 23rd. The inaugural service will begin at 10:30 a.m., but worshipers are asked to arrive by 10:15 a.m. so that you can be seated.

All attending this first service in the new location are also asked to bring a non-perishable nutritious food item for the church’s food pantry.

For more information, call Rev. Dr. Robert A. Smith, Jr., Pastor, at 917-734-4058.

Combing—Food Pantry

Community meal and food pantry

Every 3rd Sunday, Faith @ Work Christian Church hosts a FREE Community Meal and Food Pantry at 177 Dreiser Loop, Room 10, at 12 p.m., which is open to the community-at-large. For further information, please call (718) 644-0951.

Next Open Mike

The Riverbay Fund’s next Open Mike will be held on April 4, 7-9 p.m., in the Dreiser Auditorium B. Everyone who signs up will get 5 minutes to perform. ANYTHING is welcome, except for heckling and profanity. You can sign up by calling 718-320-3300, Ext. 3532 or by showing up ½ hour before the program starts (6:30 p.m.). Come perform or just watch the show!

Co-op City resident produces off-Broadway play

CERT volunteers take their position as they coordinate with the other units spread throughout Section 5.

BY ROZAAN BOONE Co-op City resident Sheldon Daniels is currently producing his third play, Life of an Addict, which will be staged at the Symphony Space Theatre next Saturday, March 22, at 8 p.m.

Life of an Addict, which was written and is being directed by Andrea Blaine, aka Angie B, is based on a true story of a man’s struggle with drug addiction. The lead character, Aaron, played by Eugene Daniels, meets a devout Christian, Angel, played by Shaenna Miller, who quickly becomes the love of his life. At first, life is good, but will Aaron’s past catch up with him and come between the lovebirds? Come to the Symphony Space Theater on Saturday and find out.

Audiences are promised a good time with a roller-coaster of emotions, and will leave with an inspirational message.

“Some folks think of Life of an Addict as a gospel musical, however, I think it is more of a ‘drama-dy’ because

Chief Frank Apollo greets the CERT team’s Assistant Chief Susan Rolon Nelson.

even though there’s a solid, serious message in the play, that message is conveyed though comedy which I think everyone will enjoy,” Sheldon said.

A native of Brooklyn, N.Y., Sheldon moved to Co-op City 10 years ago with his wife, Penny, and two daughters, E’Lan and Khemali. He said that he loves the cultural diversity and family-oriented atmosphere of Co-op City.

Daniels has been producing plays for the past 3 years, and credits his cousin, Eugene, an accomplished actor, for getting him involved in the business. In addition to producing Life of an Addict, Sheldon Daniel is also co-directing the script along with Angie B. Prior to producing Life of an Addict, Daniels produced another Angie B play entitled Ain’t that Something which was also staged at Symphony Space Theatre, and Photograph at the Producer’s Theatre.

“Eugene has been in the theatre busi-

ness for over twenty years and he introduced me to theatre some years back and ever since then, I’ve grown to have a new respect and love for the arts,” Sheldon said.

Acknowledging that breaking into show business is not ever easy, Sheldon said that his advice to young people who have an interest in producing is do their research, pointing out that the internet is a great tool; follow their dreams – the underlying message in Life of an Addict; put God first and plan wisely.

Sheldon hopes that all of his neighbors will come out next Saturday to see his work.

“This is an awesome show filled with a great message and I would truly appreciate the support of everyone coming out to see it,” said Sheldon. “I’m trying to following in the footsteps of Tyler Perry and Spike Less, while at the same time, being me, Sheldon Daniels.”

Tickets to Life of an Addict are $35 each and can be purchased by calling the box office at (212) 864-5400.

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the American Council for the Blind who was attending a PASS Coalition meeting and asked her to mention Co-op City as a possible site for installation of APS devices. His friend, in turn, advised him after the PASS meeting that a resident of Co-op City has to initiate the process, so Senior was encouraged to submit a formal request online to the city’s Department of Transportation for the APS at the two intersections. Once this was completed, PASS followed up, sending its own letter to the DOT, endorsing Mr. Senior’s online request.

Dr. Karen Gourgey, Chairperson of PASS, explained that this is a service that the coalition provides to any individual who is visually impaired or who has hearing loss, once a formal request is made for an APS. “If an individual requests assistance with mobility, they can write to us and we would send someone out and do our own evaluation, and then send that evaluation to DOT to add our support to the request,” said Dr. Gourgey.

Dr. Gene Bourquin, a certified orientation and mobility instructor at PASS who volunteers an enormous amount of time to the coalition, conducted a site visit of the 2 Co-op City locations and prepared his own evaluation. In his report to the DOT, he cited the fact that Co-op City has a large population of seniors and people with disabilities, including blind and visually impaired people, which adds to the potentially serious hazardous situations where it is difficult-to-impossible to know when the pedestrian phase has begun at the two intersections and when a pedestrian can safely cross the streets at these two complex intersections which have “atypical geometry.”

Dr. Bourquin’s study at Co-op City Boulevard and Bartow Avenue took into account the wide, multi-lane roadways, and the fact that there are left and right dedicated turning lanes for east-west traffic and protected signal phases that make the signal cycle “complex and confounding.” He also factored in that the left turning phases may provide incorrect cues for people who are blind, and that the northsouth-bound traffic travels the skewed south leg of the intersection, making traffic movement sounds difficult to interpret.

In addition, his evaluation included the number of buses that stop at these intersections, as well as the state of the curb cuts, specifically the absence of detectable warning surfaces (DWS) which could be a potential hazard to blind people, but are conditions that might be mitigated with proper placement of an APS device so that blind

pedestrians could take advantage of the locator tones emitted by the device.

Addressing the intersection at Co-op City Boulevard and Carver Loop, Dr. Bourquin noted that because the roadways form a 3-leg “T” configuration, it obscures or does not contain the traffic movement sounds that people with hearing loss and visually impaired pedestrians need to initiate crossings at the correct time. “The profusion of turning traffic makes crossing decisions more complex and dangerous,” he stated.

Similar to the Co-op City Boulevard/Bartow Avenue intersection, Dr. Bourquin pointed out that not only is Co-op City Boulevard a 6-lane roadway, but the intersection at Carver Loop is also adjacent to a shopping mall on the north side. In addition, the crosswalks have a raised-surface median which may cause confusion, and there are 5 bus lines that stop at the north side and south sides of the intersection. Also, all of the corners and crosswalk ends have blended curbs without any DWS making it a danger to visually impaired people.

“A strong preference is for separately mounted APS, properly located so that they can employ the rapid-tick sounds that are clearly audible to pedestrians who are elderly or have hearing loss,” Dr. Bourquin concluded in his report to the DOT. “A single pole mounting will not be effective. Simultaneous audio output on both sides of the crosswalk so that the signal can be used as a beacon to the far-side corner would benefit the pedestrians on these long crosswalks.

This might be implemented with an extended-push feature.”

After hearing the news last week that the DOT was already working on the designs for the installation of the APS devices, Mr. Senior was ecstatic. “It will be a tremendous difference, just to be able to get around independently,” he said. “I am very happy that PASS was able to get this done so quickly.”

PASS’s mission is to work with all stakeholders, including New York City and State legislators, officials, and departments/agencies to ensure that blind, visually impaired, and deaf-blind individuals have full access to the streets and sidewalks of New York.

Dr. Gourgey, who is also Director of the Computer Center for Visually Impaired People at Baruch College, CUNY, said that the PASS Coalition was started in 2010 when the Bloomberg administration announced plans to make city streets safer for New Yorkers by installing countdown timers and other changes in the streetscape, and while this (Continued from page 1)

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resulted in safer streets for many New Yorkers, it actually made it worse for those who are visually impaired and those with hearing loss because they were “not at the table.”

“We all came together and realized that we had to get the city’s attention so we wrote them a fairly strong letter to let them know that the changes they had created in the New York streetscape had made many streets and areas inaccessible to us and also dangerous, and that made them out of compliance with the law,” Dr. Gourgey said. “We heard back from the administration and we’re thankful that we started a decent dialogue in 2010 and it’s continuing and improving thanks to help from the Mayor’s Office for People with Disabilities and the Department of Transportation.”

In 2011, PASS succeeded in getting a law passed which stated that among other things, the DOT had to outfit a minimum of 25 APS devices at city crosswalks per year. The DOT also had to prepare a report on what they had done, what they were planning to do in the coming year and what efforts they were going to make to secure funding for more APS’s, Dr. Gourgey said.

In addition to their APS initiative, Dr. Gourgey said that the PASS Coalition is now expanding their work to make the city’s 12,000 intersections safer, 145 of which currently have lead pedestrian intervals (LPI) where the “Walk” signal comes on a few seconds before the parallel traffic lights come on.

“If you are blind, you listen for the traffic surge closest to you, but when you have an LPI, you don’t get that for several seconds before the light turns green, so what we’re working on now is to have an APS automatically installed at those loca-

tions where LPI exist,” Dr. Gourgey said.

“We need the city to take a more proactive approach on this as a regular part of creating or modifying intersections. We think APS should be considered part of vision zero.”

Dr. Gourgey said that she’s confident this will happen because the city administration and responsible agencies have been very receptive to their requests and recommendations thus far.

She expressed gratitude to Matthew Puvogel, Transportation Coordinator at the Mayor’s Office for People with Disabilities; Alan Borock at the DOT, and both the former and current chairs of the City Council’s Transportation Committee, James Vacca and Ydanis Rodriguez, respectively, for their commitment to pedestrian safety and their staunch support of the work of the PASS Coalition.

“Accessible Pedestrian Signals are really needed for many intersections in New York City,” said Dr. Bourquin.

“With the number of changes that the city has made to many intersections like complicated phasing patterns for traffic lights, turning lanes, and pathways for bikes, it makes it very difficult for blind pedestrians to cross streets because they don’t have the type of information needed to understand regular traffic patterns.”

Mr. Senior said this week that he has personally thanked PASS and the DOT for making the installation of the APS in Co-op City a reality.

“I really thank them for reacting as fast as did and listening to the people in the blind community,” said Mr. Senior.

“Oftentimes, we tend to do a lot of complaining, but if you don’t take action and just sit around, you never know what may be possible. All I did was ask.”

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Management will be holding a forum on remaining conditions which Please note that the majority of apartments will not Monday, March 17th at Dreiser Auditorium Management Corner put that convector at risk of require the activities indicated in Phases 2 & 3. However, A, B & C starting at 7 p.m. flooding again. If any of we cannot emphasize enough the need for every apartWe believe it is imperative that we hold your convectors fall under ment to perform the Phase 1 convector cleaning activimanagement forums periodically so that we this category, please call ties. have the ability to discuss and share with your Maintenance Office to Recommended Convector Cleaning Procedures cooperators any number of initiatives and set up an appointment.

As the spring season arrives, we want to take a projects that are either underway or slated to take place in (Riverbay may also reach out to apartments with probmoment to remind cooperators to maintain their apartthe very near future. These meetings also provide the lematic convectors to request an inspection appointment convectors and to clean them regularly. During the cooperators with a forum in which they can ask questions ment.) months when air conditioning is provided, it is beneficial about concerns you may have and to get direct responses Phase 3 – Drain Line Re-pitch to regularly check and clean your convectors even if you from management regarding same.

If the Phase 2 forensic inspection described above is don’t use them. Clogs occur as dust and debris accumuWe always invite guests to attend these meetings in performed, Maintenance may determine that a convector late in the convector drain lines and can cause backups order to speak to the community about germane issues that has leaked repeatedly requires a re-pitching of its and flooding which can damage floors and apartments that are an area of their expertise or experience, which at drain line. To do this, the wall will have to be broken and adjacent and below. this forum will include speakers that will discuss the the drain line replaced. Following the re-pitching, coopIf cooperators follow the procedures recommended MAT bus route changes, our website, the lobby door and erators should contact Restorations to schedule the plasbelow, the potential for clogging will be greatly reduced access control installation, which is actually underway ter and painting of the broken wall. (Re-pitching, plasternow in Building 15A and our plans to expand the upgrading and painting activities will require 2 or 3 days of (Continued on page 9) ing of our site lighting. access to your apartment.)

We encourage everyone to come out to again hear about these initiatives and issues on a first hand basis and to participate in discussions accordingly. Light refreshments will be served. We look forward to seeing you there.

Window Guards Please be advised that starting the week of March 17th, the housing company will start charging cooperators for the installation of window guards, at the same cost that the housing company pays to purchase the window guards. Up to now, cooperators were only charged $10 per window guard even though the housing company pays from $19.75 to $21.50 per window guard, depending upon the size of the window guard.

Please note that the new rates were approved by the State of New York’s Home and Community Renewal.

There are no labor charges or administrative fees associated with these new rates, only the exact cost Riverbay pays for the window guards. In addition, cooperators may choose to pay for the window guards in as many as three monthly installments, so as to make the expense more affordable. If there are any questions regarding this charge, please contact the CSO Department.

As a reminder, New York City law requires that window guards are placed on all apartment windows where children 10 years of age or younger reside, in buildings that have 3 or more apartments. Cooperators may, however, request to have window guards installed even if you don’t have children living with you who are 10 years or Business Hours: Mon-Sat 10am-8:30pm & Sun 10-7:30pm younger, but you do have children within that age group who visit you.

AC Preventive Leak Initiative Management is initiating an A/C leak program aimed at trying to curtail or circumvent the number of convector leaks the housing company experiences every summer.

Meetings were held with key personnel from various departments, including CSO, Maintenance and Restorations, in order to strategize an effective way to approach the problem. Coming off of our discussions, it was apparent that a lot can be accomplished by simply having cooperators be more proactive, in terms of keeping debris from clogging up the convector drains. Below are the written procedures we’d like cooperators to following regarding same, which was prepared by Noel Ellison on behalf of the CSO Department, to be disseminated throughout the community.

Throughout the history of Co-op City, the most problematic and expensive maintenance issue we’ve encountered has been the damage caused by convector leaks during the air conditioning season.

Year after year, Riverbay expends millions of dollars in corrective and repair costs to address the flooding damage that results from blockages and back ups in convector drain lines. Even though the vast majority of Co-op City convectors have not leaked, one leaking convector can cause damage to the affected apartment, the adjacent apartments and apartments below.

In an effort to minimize the conditions that cause the back ups, we are asking residents to join us in a 3-phase leak prevention initiative.

Phase 1 – Regular Convector Cleaning Beginning in the month of March, cooperators should clean their apartment convectors on a bi-weekly basis.

Recommended Convector Cleaning Procedures and a YouTube video link are printed further below.

Phase 2 – Repeated Leak Convector Inspections Maintenance wants to perform a forensic inspection of any convector that has had multiple leaks or floods during the past two years to determine if there are any

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Letter to the Editor

It’s just not so

To the Editor: The name calling that begins around election time does not serve our best interests.

I’m referring to a Director’s 3/1/24 CCT Viewpoint, entitled “Riding the Wave” in which he talks about “naysayers” and “the gloom & doom folks.”

First of all, the so-called naysayers do vote YES on many resolutions and the yea-sayer’s vote NO on many.

Let’s look at our new windows.

That’s something nay & yea sayers will all agree are wonderful, as well as all the other improvements like our great

power plant that saves us so much money and frees us from the power loss risks being on the grid might bring.

The naysayers, however, believe that lots of money was misspent in managing these projects.

Other current issues of concern to the doom and gloom folks are the lack of an auditor to oversee spending and contracts here. It is my understanding that our auditing is now being done be someone who works for management. This could easily be seen as a conflict of interest and an important issue. The quality of the soil we bought for our greenway, which con-

trary to what our contract called for, didn’t qualify as natural soil which cost cooperators $473,000 and was approved for delivery by management is also an issue the naysayers are concerned about.

So let’s stop this ridiculous name calling and labeling of one side as antieverything and the other as pro-everything. It’s just not so.

Let’s discuss the issues and give cooperators a chance to elect Directors who they believe will act wisely and bring about transparency, follow our by-laws and move us forward.

—Bruce Silberman

Beginning on Monday, March 17 to Friday, March 21, Riverbay staff will be in Buildings 16, 23, 24 and 25 and the Asch Loop, Adler Place and Broun Place Townhouses delivering

window guard forms to shareholders who did not return their forms or those who did not fill them out completely.

Riverbay employees will wear their

IDs. We ask that you please fill the form out completely, sign and return it using the envelope provided.

—Riverbay Window Guard Office

Delivery schedule for Window Guard forms

This week’s gas explosion that took place in East Harlem was a terrible tragedy, which leveled two apartment buildings, killing at least 8 people and injuring more than 60. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the families of the victims of this horrific event. We would like to stress to all cooperators that should you smell gas, please report it to man-

If you smell gas… agement immediately by calling (718) 320-3300. Even if you believe the smell is coming from somewhere outside of your apartment or your building, it is important to call.

If you smell gas in your apartment: * DO open all windows and doors * DO check to see that all appliance burners are off and pilot lights, if any are

lit

* DON’T light a match or candle to try to find the source of the leak yourself * DON’T flip on a light switch or use electrical equipment * DO contact the CSO department or Emergency Maintenance Desk in the evenings, immediately —Riverbay Management

Board of Directors meeting - March 12, 2014 FIRST READINGS: #14-14 – Transformer Substation

Second Reading - Resolution #14-11

SUBMITTED BY: Daryl Johnson SECONDED BY: Francine Reva Jones BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING, DATED: March 12th, 2014

WHEREAS, Verizon has a legal right to bring their FiOS service to Co-op City, WHEREAS, the cooperators have requested that Verizon bring FiOS and other services to Co-op City, THEREFORE, LET IT BE RESOLVED: That the

attached letter be prepared on official Riverbay stationery and signed by the president of this corporation. Thereafter, this letter will be delivered, by hand, to Verizon’s corporate offices located at 140 West Street, New York, NY 10007.

That all steps will be taken by our board of directors and our management agents to secure a meeting with the representatives of the Verizon organization within 30 days of the approval of this resolution.

That our managing agents will make copies of all communications that they have had or will have with the representatives of the Verizon

organization. And, that our managing agents will distribute copies of these communications to our board of directors.

YES: Bernard Cylich, Leah Graham, Daryl Johnson, Francine Reva Jones, Andrea Leslie, Evelyn Turner NO: Helen Atkins, Eleanor Bailey, Bill Gordon, Othelia Jones, Rev. Calvin Owens ABSTAIN: Tony Illis, Khalil Abdul-Wahhab ABSENT: Leslie Peterson, Al Shapiro DEFEATED

Important Notice to Shareholders of Building 10

Article SIXTH of your Occupancy Agreement provides, in part, that your lease automatically renews for an additional three (3) year period. You need to do nothing if you want your lease to extend for another three (3) year period. If you will be moving out at the end of your lease, notify Riverbay, in writing, Attention: Sales Support Office, 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475, ninety (90) days prior to lease expiration.

Building 10

Current Lease Expiration Date

New 3 yr.

Expiration Date

100, 120 & 140 Debs Place

June 30, 2014

June 30, 2017

Co-op City Times

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Director of Communications

Rozaan Boone Editor-in-Chief

Bill Stuttig

Associate Editor

Jim Roberts

Business Manager

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Production Manager

The Co-op City Times welcomes issue-oriented letters to the editor to be considered for publication. All letters, in prose, not poetry, must be addressed to the editor, not to third parties. All letters must be handsigned by the writers and include their addresses and phone numbers, which will be kept confidential, so that the editor can verify the authenticity of the authors.

Writers will be limited to one letter per topic. And to give everyone a chance, we will limit writers to one published letter every 30 days.

Anonymous or unsigned letters will not be accepted for publication.

Letters cannot exceed 350 words.

Ideally, they should be typed. All letters must be in the Co-op City Times office in Room 21, Bartow Community Center, by 3 p.m. every Monday to be considered for publication in that week’s edition. Views and opinions expressed in letters and Directors’ Viewpoint are solely the writer’s, and not necessarily shared by the Co-op City Times or Riverbay Corp.

Advertisements and classified advertisements in the Co-op City Times do not necessarily reflect an endorsement from Riverbay Corporation of goods and services, but present greater options to cooperators of products and services available.

The Riverbay Corporation does not assume any responsibility nor is it a party to any contract or agreement between the cooperator and the vendor.

All matter published herein is copyrighted by the Co-op City Times.

Permission for reprints of advertising or editorial contents produced by the Co-op City Times must be obtained in writing from Riverbay Corporation, 2049 Bartow Ave., Bronx, New York 10475.

If the Co-op City Times Was Not Delivered: Call 646.261.1761 or 347-439-5632 on Saturdays ONLY, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Public Safety Report

CCPD offers safety tips during National Poison Prevention Week

BY LIEUTENANT PAM APOLLO The Co-op City Department of Public Safety urges all residents to make sure that all members of their household know the number for Poison Control, 1(800) 222-1222. The week of March 16 to March 22 is known a National Poison Prevention Week. 2014 marks the 52nd anniversary of National Poison Prevention Week.

It is a good time to make sure that this number is on hand at all times. It is also a good time to make sure that all poisons are properly locked up. In addition, Poison Prevention Week is a good time to become familiar with substances which can be a threat to members of your household.

The national number for Poison Control is 1(800) 222-1222. This number is staffed 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. It is a vital resource if you believe that you or someone else has been poisoned. Poisons are very fast acting and what you do in the first minutes or seconds can have a serious effect on the outcome of the incident.

Please be sure to enter this phone number into all home and cellular telephones. It is also a good idea to post the number near all telephones and carry the number with you at all times. Enter the number into the closest telephone right now as you are reading this article.

Even more important than knowing what to do in the event of an accidental poisoning is to take steps to prevent exposure to hazardous substances. More than 2 million poisonings are reported to the 57 poison control centers located in this country. Ninety percent (90%) of poisonings take place in the home, so poison prevention should start there. Most non-fatal poisonings happen to children under the age of six. Poisonings are one of the leading causes of death in adults. By taking proper steps in the home, many poisonings can be avoided.

Poisons can be in solid, liquid or gaseous forms.

Some poisons can even be invisible and odorless.

Almost any household product, cosmetic or personal care product, can be hazardous if not used for its intended purpose. Pesticides and disinfectants result in 150,000 calls to the nation’s Poison Control Centers. Prescription and over the counter medications taken by the wrong persons or in the wrong amounts can have serious effects.

Take this opportunity to lock up any hazardous substances in your household. Proper storage is the most important factor in preventing poisoning. Household products should be stored in locked cabinets out of the reach of children. Keep all household products in their original container with the original label attached.

Never put chemicals into different containers, such as old food containers, the results can be catastrophic.

Drano stored in a Snapple bottle has been known to result in serious damage to the digestive system when inadvertently consumed be a thirsty child.

Keep all medicines in child proof containers. This is especially important when people who do not have children are visiting. Elderly persons may have medications in easy access containers. Be sure to use the correct measuring device when giving medication to children.

Use the cup, syringe or spoon that comes with the medication. Accidental overdose of children’s medication is a growing problem. Contact your pediatrician if you have any questions regarding dosage of medications for children.

Poison Control is for use in very specific situations.

Some of these situations may overlap with other medical emergencies. Therefore, it is also a good idea for all family members to know when and how to call 9-1-1, 1-(718) 671-3050 for Public Safety or the proper number for other situations. Young children have been known to have made life saving calls to 9-1-1. It is also important to keep important, non-emergency numbers accessible, stored in or near your telephone. Calls to 9-1-1 for situations that are not emergencies can result

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in persons with life or death emergencies being delayed in receiving the help they need.

Calling Poison Control or 9-1-1 can be stressful and may seem overwhelming at first, but knowing what to expect can make the call go smoothly. Staying calm is most important. Never hang up until directed to do so

by the dispatcher. The dispatcher may pause to obtain information from another source. Also be prepared to take directions from the dispatcher; they may be able to provide you with life saving tips to use until help (Continued on page 9)

2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475 • 718-320-3300

OPPORTUNITIES AT CO-OP CITY

Tell your friends, relatives and employers about: CONTRACT SUMMARY

Contract 2901, Engineering Services for Fuel Oil Tanks: Engineering Services to make modifications to the secondary containment systems for tow fuel oil tanks.

Pre-Bid Meeting: February 12, 2014 at 2:00 p.m.

Bids Due: March 19, 2014, 2014 at 2:00 p.m.

Bonding: Bonding is not required Insurance: Insurance is required

Contract 2899, Elevator Modernization at Building 14 & New Elevator for Bartow Center Pre-Bid meeting: March 20, 2014 at 2:00 p.m.

Bid Due: April 10, 2014 at 2 p.m.

Bonding: Bonding is required Insurance: Insurance is required Contract P598, Annuals for Spring Planting 2014 Bid Due: March 17, 2014 at 2 p.m.

Contract 2903, Replacement & Repair of Sidewalks at Various Locations: Repair or replace Contract P596, Purchase of Convector Covers concrete sidewalks on an as needed bases.

Bids Due: March 18, 2014 at 2 p.m.

Pre-Bid Meeting: March 6, 2014 at 2:00 p.m.

Bids Due: March 25, 2014, 2014 at 2:00 p.m.

Contract P600, Purchase of Perennials, Bonding: Bonding is not required Shrubs & Trees Insurance: Insurance is required Bids Due: March 27 2014 at 2 p.m.

For information on CONTRACT OPPORTUNITIES ONLY, please contact: Lenya Garcia at Lgarcia@riverbay corp.com; AND Barbara Penn at Bpenn@riverbaycorp.com. Please note that emails should be sent to both parties.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Open to all applicants • Originally posted: January 16, 2014 • Job Reference # 14-03

Part-Time Porters Janitorial Candidate will perform numerous cleaning and restoration duties, such as washing, sweeping, mopping, waxing, buffing and stripping of VCT and terrazzo floors. Responsibilities include cleaning all assigned internal and external areas of the residential buildings and/or shopping centers. Seasonal duties, including leaf raking, snow removal and power washing of assigned areas, will be required as necessary. If assigned to community centers, candidate will be responsible for set-up and breakdown of center rooms for various social functions. Applicant will also need to respond to emergencies (floods, etc.) throughout the Co-op City complex, as well as the completion of other assignments from supervisor(s) as necessary.

Candidate must have knowledge and experience with all janitorial procedures, techniques and machines.

Applicant must possess effective written/oral communication, and good interpersonal skills. Ability to walk for long periods, twist, kneel, push, stoop, lift heavy objects (approx. 100 lbs.) and work in inclement weather.

Selected candidate must successfully complete interview/selection process, as well as pre-employment screening (driver license review, urinalysis, criminal background check, verification of previous employment) Days and hours will vary.

Open to all NON-Co-op City Residents from March 7-21, 2014 Originally posted: March 7, 2014 • Job Reference #14-11

Temporary Income Affidavit Clerks - (2) Finance Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, collating annual income affidavit forms by building & apartment; accessing Yardi system to verify shareholder information; accurate entry of provided data; filing of completed forms into tenant files; other miscellaneous projects as assigned.

Position will require strong organizational skills, knowledge of clerical procedures including typing, filing and data entry. Must be computer literate (Microsoft Office suite) and have basic math skills. Applicant must possess effective written/oral English communication, as well as good customer service and interpersonal skills.

Candidate must be patient, courteous and professional in all communications (verbal & written). Applicant must have the abilities to adhere to corporate confidentiality agreement, multitask in a fast paced environment and perform multifunctional assignments.

Selected candidate must successfully complete aptitude testing, interview/selection process as well as preemployment screening (urinalysis, criminal background check, verification of previous employment).

Work schedule – Monday – Friday (9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.)

Open to all applicants March 12-28, 2014 • Originally posted: March 12, 2014 • Job Reference # 14-12

Temporary Utilityperson (10) Maintenance Under the supervision of a Maintenance Supervisor, candidate will be responsible for performing emergency and routine maintenance repairs throughout the development for the summer A/C season (April until October).

Perform HVAC repairs, including clearing of condensation lines, blower fan and motor replacement. Perform plumbing repairs on lines up to 2 1/2 inches diameter. Snake sewer lines as required with manual and electric equipment, as well as perform electrical troubleshooting and repair of apartment & public space circuits and devices. Candidate will perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Requirements - Knowledge of Maintenance techniques and procedures with an emphasis on plumbing and electrical repairs. Strong troubleshooting skills for the repair of various plumbing, electrical and HVAC systems related to hi-rise buildings and other smaller facilities. Knowledge of OSHA and safety requirements related to performing maintenance repairs. Must have effective written/oral communication in English and good customer service skills. Applicant must have ability to walk for long periods of time, twist, kneel, push, stoop, climb ladders as well as lift and carry up to 100 pounds.

Valid Driver License (NY, NJ, CT, PA) Required – no exceptions.

Selected candidate must successfully complete interview/selection process as well as pre-employment screening (driver license review, urinalysis, criminal background check, verification of previous employment).

Days and hours may vary.

Applicants for EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES must apply IN PERSON at the Bartow Administrative Office, located at 2049 Bartow Avenue, between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., Monday-Friday. *Riverbay Corporation is an equal opportunity employer*

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I believe something is quite wrong in of these allegations are true, the way Riverbay has treated and has so Director’s Viewpoint produce the proof and stop far handled the current dispute with the simply offering inflamNAACP daycare center. I find it strange matory opinions. Co-op Second Vice President that this daycare organization was started City has been forced to in 1979 and there has never been the struggle for funds since it slightest problem until now. One would think was first constructed and suffered from shoddy work Riverbay would try to work with and help out such an and corrupt contractors. In fact, Co-op City was beginhistoric and valuable organization, instead of choosing ning to fall apart 25 years ago and I remember for the to aggressively and prematurely trying to hurt the longest time, we were only getting by with making group with false flyers about it going out of business. band-aid repairs when we really needed major work on The truth is the NAACP daycare fell into a bump and our complete infrastructure. became three months behind in carrying charges over Things seem stagnant to me right now in some a year ago, much of that due to Mayor Bloomberg cutways, with so many issues, such as paying $4 million ting funds for scholarships. For the past year, the dayper year for unnecessary asbestos work, and service care center has been paying its carrying charges on a cuts by the MTA, and being forced to haul our own timely basis so I have no idea why they have been garbage to the Peartree facility, and to put it simply, we treated so badly. I know other groups have owed over as a community are getting shafted. Where are our $100,000 in arrearages, both religious organizations elected officials? Food for votes seems to be the order and commercial tenants, like the movie theater on of the day. We are subjected to general speeches which Bartow before it finally closed, and nothing close to an say absolutely nothing specific or have anything to do effort was made to take them to court. I simply don't with Co-op City and our elected officials somehow understand it and think it is wrong and unjust. mistakenly think this constitutes leadership.

I'm also somewhat amazed at some Directors who As I've said before, and I'll continue saying, we criticize everything and anything about Co-op City, or need to stand up and shout out. It looks like no one is so it seems, when you would think such an effort would going to help us, so we have to try and help ourselves, be better put to use by trying to make things better and however, we all know that should never be. improving conditions, where needed, in the community.

I must admit a lot of progress is being made in I also think there is a misunderstanding about what a Co-op City by Riverbay, but there's a whole lot more debt is. We owe money for a refinancing through Wells that has yet to come to fruition. A resident Board is just Fargo Bank, guaranteed through HUD, and before that, that, a Board of 15 Co-op City residents who make up we obtained a refinancing from New York Community the Riverbay Board of Directors. All of us have differBank. This money did not just sit there, it was put to ent experiences and different areas of expertise, except good and necessary use, such as the window replacefor a few, who somehow think they know everything. ment program, repairing our garages so they could open However, all I get from them is maybe a headache, but again and were no longer considered hazardous by the fortunately with no major damage done. I'm still not city, and replacing elevators, doing new brickwork, and sure why some Directors would decide to continue livon and on. And trust me, a lot of these problems were ing here if things were only half as bad as they claim. caused long before Marion Scott Real Estate ever came Really, come now, how can anyone believe everything here or our current group of Directors was on the Board. is so bad here. I guess some just feel better about How many times can one keep crying the sky is falling themselves by criticizing everyone else, however, I down? And yet, I hear it again and again, so I say if any don't see anything too constructive coming out of such

Tony Illis

rhetoric, but that's just me.

And since this is Women's History Month and there have been so many accomplished women who have been a guiding light and helping hand for me over the past 20 years, I want to continue this week my expression of appreciation to: Annice Bailey, Lisa Arnold, Ina Griffith, Lina Holmes, Kathy McFarland, Floria Bobyn, Marianna Novich, Brenda Salahudin, Ashley Wilson, Czakkiya Jeter, Gladys Rice, Cheryl Weller, Angelina Behar, Sylvia Butler, Florence Williams, Elsa Edwards, Clarice Simpson, Dorothy Mason, Sadie Lewis, Sonja Maxwell, Peggy Diaz, Monet Merrict, Cypriana Greenidge, Doris Wells, Ola Ogando, Danielle Ereton, Ivette Santiago, Carolyn Hall, Pearl King, Thelma Dailey, Maxine Sullivan, Cheryl Simmons Oliver, Barbara Hynes, Miriam Massonet, Evelyn Mitchell, Jeanette Ritter, Cherie Phillips, Dr. Stephanie Phillips, Jackie Williams, Muriel Bryant, Leah Graham, Sara Brewer, Alice Cauthens, Nancy Walker, Andrea Leslie, Michelle Davy, Lolita Powell, Mary Wilson, Beatrice Wilson, Regina Usher, Carol Nielson, Hattie Lucas and all of the ladies at the Riverbay Corporation.

Give me a call at (718) 320-8035, or email me at tonyshome10475@gamil.com — no attachments, please.

Funeral services for Martha Rodriguez

Martha Iris Rodriguez, a resident of Building 3A and one of the founding members of the SpanishAmerican Cultural Club, as well as a retiree of the Riverbay Corporation where she worked in the Maintenance Department, passed away on Friday morning, March 14, at the age of 73.

Viewing will take place on Tuesday, March 18, 39 p.m. at R.G. Ortiz Funeral Home, 2121 Westchester Avenue, Bronx, NY; (718) 931-1500.

The family thanks everyone for their kind expressions of sympathy during this difficult time.

Eleanor Roosevelt Democratic Club

The Eleanor Roosevelt Democratic Club will hold its Regular Monthly Meeting on Thursday, March 20, in the Bartow Center, Room #28 at 7:30 p.m. All members are requested to attend this very important meeting, as many items will be discussed relevant to our upcoming activities in the future. Several items will be discussed about the upcoming elections later this year, poll inspectors, scholarships, and other Democratic activities. Please attend.

Members are reminded that all instances of personal illness, death in the family, home-bound status, surgery, and hospitalizations should be reported to our Good & Welfare Committee Chairperson, Ms. Gertie Brown. She will take care of all acknowledgements from the club regarding these matters. She can be contacted at (347)

Building Association 30 A and B

The weather this winter has been frightful, but Buildings 30A and B Association has continued to have its general membership meetings, crochet classes, Pokeno and movie nights.

The itinerary for March is as follows: The general membership meeting, Wednesday, March 12th. Our Pokeno night is Friday, March 14th and Movie night, Friday, March 21st. The door opens for all these events at 7 p.m. with 7:30 p.m. start. All these events are in the building association room in the lobby of building 30B. Our crochet classes continue every Wednesdays at 1 p.m. Prior to crochet class at 12 p.m., we will conduct sit and fit class for all those who are interested. For those who are having a blessed event, have a happy.

Those who are under the weather, get well soon.

—Linda Werner

275-2995. The club continues to support our members who are home-bound and those members who are recovering from various medical procedures. Our prayers are

with you for full recoveries.

I would like to thank the membership and the community for your continued support. —George T. Clarke

Management

and the efficient functioning of convector units will be facilitated. We suggest the procedures be performed bi-weekly for maximum effect.

A Co-op City convector cleaning video can also be found on YouTube at www.youtube.com/ watch?v=YvXqhEzO2WA. Cleaning Procedures: 1. Turn off the convector before cleaning by moving the power switch to the middle position.

2. Remove the cover by lifting from the bottom and swinging out and up.

3. Remove any debris (coins, leaves, plant soil, loose scale, etc.) from the upper drip tray (long pan) and lower drip tray (drain pan).

4. Slowly pour one quart of hot water into the upper drip tray and check that it flows into the lower drip tray and down the drain. Do not continue to pour water if it doesn’t flow freely down the drain.

If the water flows down freely, pour another 3 quarts of hot water into the upper drip tray to ensure a thorough cleaning.

If the water does not flow from the upper tray into the drain pan, it is likely that the spout is clogged. You can probably use a ball point pen to remove the debris from inside the spout and clear the clog.

If the water does not go down the drain of the lower drip tray, or becomes clogged, contact the Maintenance Office immediately at the number listed below.

5. Remove the filter located at the bottom of the convector unit to ensure it is clean. Clean filters allow for air to flow freely which is essential for the efficient operation of the convector. During the winter, filters may be vacuumed or washed. During the summer, they must be vacuumed only. (In the summer, a wet filter can cause dirt to coagulate and hamper air flow).

6. Replace the cover by placing it flat against the convector front, lift the cover top approximately 1 inch above the convector top and slide it down into position. Make sure the hooks at the bottom of the cover slide securely onto the rail at the bottom of the convector.

Bldgs. 1-14, Carver, Debs and Defoe Pl. Townhouses Maintenance Service, Dreiser Center, Rm. 6; (718) 320-3000, and follow the prompts.

Bldgs. 15-25, Adler, Asch, and Broun Place Townhouses) Maintenance Service, Bartow Center, Rm. B; (718) 320-3300, and follow the prompts.

Bldgs. 26-35, Earhart Lane Townhouses) Maintenance Service, Einstein Center, Rm. 37; (718) 320- 3300, and follow the prompts.

Obituary

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(Cont’d from p. 5)

Close friends regrettably announced this week that Frenchie McDaniel, an active and beloved member of the Co-op City community for close to two decades, passed away last weekend. Ms. McDaniel served on many Riverbay Board committees over the years, was the former President of the Building 21 Association and a long-time member of the American Legion Auxiliary.

In recent years, she suffered from Alzheimer’s Disease.

She passed away at the Bay Park Nursing Home on Co-op City Blvd.

CCPD

arrives. The dispatcher may direct you to induce vomiting or not induce vomiting; give milk or water depending on the substance ingested. Never take it upon yourself to do any of these things without instruction. The wrong action can make the situation worse.

When in Co-op City, also call the Department of Public Safety at (718) 671-3050, in addition to 9-1-1 for all emergencies, and 1(800) 222-1222 for poisoning emergencies. Make sure all of these numbers are in your telephone before you finish reading this article.

Remember, if you plan to consume alcoholic beverages, be sure not to operate a motor vehicle, designate a driver who will not drink or call a taxi. Also, be sure to buckle your seatbelt, obey speed limits and avoid distractions when driving. Always remember, if you see something, say something. Call 9-1-1 and the Department of Public Safety at (718) 671-3050 or online at www.ccpd.us. Callers may remain anonymous when giving information. The Co-op City Dept of Public Safety would like to thank all persons who have called in suspicious activity. It is by your actions that the crime rate remains low and a high quality of life is maintained.

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Public Safety Blotter: March 6-8, 2014

March 08, 100 Darrow Place CCPD and the NYPD conducted a joint operation to address quality of life concerns. During the course of the operation, two males were found in violation of the New York City Administrative Code which prohibits consuming alcoholic beverages in public. They were issued summonses to appear in court, and community complaints.

March 06, P.S. 153 A complainant reported to CCPD that two female students were approached by an unknown dark skinned male with facial hair, who stated, “your father sent me to pick you up” and requested the girls come with him.

However, the girls responded, “we don’t know you” and refused. The male then walked away and disappeared.

CCPD urges all persons to be on alert for this type of activity especially around the schools.

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Behind the scenes on the Legionnaires' Disease stories

The City News and the Daily News wrote stories on two unnamed Co-op City residents who had Legionnaires' disease.

However, these newspapers and the NYC Department of Health did not report or even suggest that either person caught the disease in Co-op City. Nevertheless, in the Daily News' story, some of our cooperators raised valid issues as to why they were not told about this matter.

Behind the Scenes A statement was made in one of Riverbay's reports about the NYC Department of Health, our water distribution system, and possible causes for possible Legionnaires' cases.

Thereafter, on February 17, 2014, I asked Management if we had ever received "any findings, tickets, violations, complaints, reports, or any information in relation to this matter?"

Among a few remarks, the person that wrote that report stated that, "The NYC DOH did not issue any fines, tickets, violations, complaints or made any recommendations as to how we maintain or monitor our water distribution systems."

Now, based on these statements, I can personally say that I never received any prior information about this matter.

Nevertheless, should Management have given the Board any information in reference to this matter when it was presented to them? In my opinion, yes.

If Management received a questionnaire from the Health Department and they used an in-house chemist to take tests, then that information should definitely have been brought to the Board.

Thereafter, the Board could have taken steps to deal with this matter and to inform our community about these events.

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Daryl Johnson

Director’s Viewpoint

Responsibilities of Management and the Board In my opinion, this business of hiding information and keeping our community in the dark simply has to stop. Look at the above-cited health matter as one example. If the Board is in charge, then Management had an obligation to let us know about that health report.

This same nonsense occurred with that Cablevision agreement. Management emphatically stated that, "There is simply NO benefit for the housing company or for your Management." But, I became aware that Management had obtained a lower cable rate of $20. However, they were planning to bill our cooperators at a higher rate of $24.

Nevertheless, Board members need to be vigilant and not let Management control them. Look at our finances as another example.

As mentioned before, I personally believe that greed and deliberate ignorance are at the root of our problems with several of our Board members. Just allowing any company to stay here for 14 years, without bidding out their contract, should say that something is deeply wrong with our Directors, in my opinion.

Nevertheless, these Directors that have been on this Board since the beginning of time have the nerve to write articles about

some of the things that have occurred under our management company, like our windows. Wow!!! But, these Directors fail to understand that they and this management company have brought this community into tremendous debt, that exceeds $600 million. So, in my opinion, these so-called arrogant Directors have "strayed far from the truth." And, they're doing everything to try to convince you that they're on the right track. However, I think that they're wrong. Therefore, they and this management company must go.

The 'RUOK' Program Are you okay? The Public Safety Department manages a program called 'RUOK.' Under this program, subscribers receive calls on a daily basis, at their convenience. Once a call is made, the subscribers can respond to the instructions in the pre-recorded message. However, what happens if a subscriber is alone and something bad has happened to them?

According to Public Safety's website, "If you do not answer the call, two follow-up calls will be made. If all attempts fail, the Public Safety dispatcher is immediately alerted and the cooperator's emergency contacts will be notified." Moreover, if a subscriber does not answer their phone and their contacts cannot be reached, then "a Public Safety officer will be dispatched to your home to check on your well being." Now, this program, which is listed at their website—www.ccpd.us—is free and it is good. So, please consider your circumstances and then please call our Public Safety Department at 718-6713050 to join.

Building 25 - Broken Mailboxes Similar to our other buildings, we have mailboxes that are grouped together in clusters. Each cluster of mailboxes opens

with one lock. However, several of these locks are broken in Building 25. And, our cooperators have to go to the post office on Conner Street to pick up our mail.

Now first, they told me that they didn't have any locks. Then, at another time, a clerk said that they had locks, but they didn't have a repair person to install them.

Thereafter, the manager told me on Saturday, March 1st, that the mailboxes in Building 25 would be fixed by Monday, March 3rd. However, the story, as of March 8th, is that they received the locks from another post office. But, guess what? They don't have the keys to those locks. Amazing, huh? The telephone number to the Conner Street Post Office is 718-515-5698. I will continue to follow up on this matter and let you know what's going on.

Close I want everyone to vote for the team that will make the best improvements in this community. And, finally, I want to thank Mike Horowitz from the City News, and the reporter from the Daily News for covering this Legionnaires' issue. Thank you.

Questions or comments? Please send a message to: Daryl Johnson, Riverbay Board Director, c/o Riverbay Corporation, 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475. Or, please send a message to me at darylhjohnson@optonline.net. (Please double-check the spelling of this address). Also, please call me at 718671-4544 if you don't receive a response from your message. You can also join me on Facebook by typing in: Daryl H. Johnson.

Okay, that’s it for now. So, please have a wonderful week. And, may God bless you and your family. Thank you.

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This is Our Land #5 Co-op City Times / March 15, 2014

Thank you, cooperators, who respond and share your concerns about the pro- Director’s posed development of our vacant land each. As stated before, the issue of “development of vacant land” is being explored

by Management and Counsel with three professional developers. After they meet, the Board will be making a decision on how to proceed with their proposals.

“We don’t want a concrete city” was a recent concern from a cooperator. This cooperator also provided a history lesson of the Jewish movement from the Grand Concourse to Co-op City, many because of the open space provided by this location. This cooperator wants to leave the open space as is. Another concern expressed is the additional air pollution from more automobiles coupled with the additional pollutions from cars and trucks that will be traveling to and from the new Bay Plaza Mall. Cooperators, I have made and will keep my promise by keeping you informed about the potential lost of land via new development. This is not a new concern for this Director as advocacy for land is part of my resume.

WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH A special thanks to Board member Bernie Cylich for presenting all women roses at a recent community event. Let us women stand in solidarity with women all over the world, not just locally. Let us pray and work with other parts of the world. Let us pray for women who cannot speak up for fear of being beaten or tortured. Let us pray for women who have experienced rape and were forced to remain silent. Let us pray for women who are dealing with income-inequity even though they work as hard as men. Let us pray for women who are unemployed and refused employment for reasons other than being qualified. Let us pray for women rearing their children and other women’s children. Let us pray for women who are homeless, disabled and experiencing untreated mental illness. Let us pray for women who are incarcerated and the list goes on.

All the women in Co-op City deserve standing ovations for their leadership role and keeping the family and churches vibrant in Co-op City especially.

Anyone interested in a Black History & Women’s History 40 question challenge for your upcoming event should contact me. It’s a fun way to remember the women whose shoulders we stand on that are often left out of the history books: What black woman chemist developed an extract from the Awa Root which relieved leprosy symptoms when injected and which was widely used until sulfa drugs were invented in the 1940”s?

Who was the first black woman in the world to earn a pilot’s license, and was a barnstorming aviator who performed daredevil tricks?

Who was the first woman bank president in the United States?

NATIONAL KIDNEY MONTH This is also national Kidney Month and it was suggested at a meeting that “we drink a glass of water first

Evelyn Turner

We Are Building 23 Association

In an effort to help get more people involved in our meetings, we have tentatively planned meetings for the rest of the year. Below, I have listed the dates and will confirm in future articles and the building message board. Have a great weekend: March 25th, April 24th, May 29th, June 19th, September 25th, October 23rd, November 20th and December 18th.

—Ericc Diaz If You See Something, SAY SOMETHING!!!

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RIVERBAY BOARD MEETING Our next meeting is on Wednesday, March 19 and an update will be provided

next week.

TEENAGERS IN CO-OP CITY In my opinion, our community is being robbed of the next generation of African American males in particular if we don’t do more for them. Parents please pay attention to why they are getting arrested. Also ask why don’t we have more options (other than the stairways) for them to hang out and act like other teenagers without being arrested? Also, what happened to the “we” as opposed to “I” raised my children so why give a hoot about this present gen-

eration. It is understood that we will always have the naysayers as to what is wrong with this generation. It is my prayer that the time will come when MORE cooperators will realize that it’s better to be a blessing, than been blessed.

SAVE THE DATE: The 3rd Annual College, Career & Resource Fair will be held on Saturday, September 27. Updated scholarship resources are available now. If you know of someone applying for college and is in need of “FREE” money, please contact the number below. Volunteers are welcome.

“When God measures a man or woman, He puts the tape around the heart instead of the head.”

Please contact me at: Evelyn M. Turner – e-mail – evelyntinez@aol.com – Cell-917-324-1033.

Mailing address: 1049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475.

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Celebrating Co-op City Women Co-op City Times / March 15, 2014

Co-op City Spelling Bee Director’s The African-American Association and the Riverbay Fund will co-sponsor the Co-op City Spelling Bee on Saturday, March 22, at 10:00 a.m. in the Bartow Community Center, Room 31. Children in the 4th through 8th grades have an opportunity to show how well s/he can spell by entering this competition. The winning prize is $100 and all contestants will receive favorable recognition. This will be a family affair where family and friends can come to support their children. Light refreshments served. Admission is free.

Please spread the word.

You may register your child by picking up a registration form on school days between the hours of 3:00-6:00 p.m. in the Dreiser Community Center, Room 15 or by calling 718-379-5555 and leaving your email address so that it can be sent to you. The deadline date has been extended. Also call if you would like to volunteer to assist. Volunteers cannot be related to contestants. We look forward to hearing from you.

Wholistic Health & Wellness Fair SAVE THE DATE and plan to attend the AfricanAmerican Association’s Tenth Annual Wholistic Health & Wellness Fair on Saturday, April 12th at 12 p.m. in the Bartow Community Center, Room 31, in honor of IMHOTEP, the world’s first doctor. There will be lots of information, advice, testimonies, entertainment and refreshments.

Women’s History Month The month of March has been designated “Women’s History Month” and some of the most dynamic and powerful women are right here in Co-op City.

Women’s History Month can be traced back to the first International Women’s Day in 1911. Similar to Black History Month, created by Carter G. Woodson as Black History Week, Women’s History Week became Women’s History Week was extended to Women’s History Month. President Ronald Reagan proclaimed Women’s History Month in 1988 recognizing the achievements, leadership, courage, strength and love that women have exhibited over the decades. The accomplishments of Susan B. Anthony, Sojourner Truth, Lucy Stone, Lucretia Mott, Elizabeth Cady Stanton, Harriet Tubman, Alice Paul were some of the women who deserved this honor.

The contributions of Black women cannot be denied, and they include: Harriet Tubman, who led about 70 slaves to freedom in the north via the Underground Railroad; Ida B. Wells, journalist and civil rights activist against lynching in the late 1980s; Sojourner Truth, an abolitionist and

women’s rights activist; Hattie McDaniel, 1940 Oscar Winner for Best Support Actress in “Gone With the Wind;” Fannie Lou Hamer, was a Mississippi Freedom Summer organizer for voter registration; Vivian Malone, one of the first two African-Americans to enroll at the University of Alabama; Elizabeth Eckford, one of nine high school students who integrated Central H.S. in Little Rock, Arkansas in 1957; Mary McLeod Bethune, founded the Bethune Cookman -University; Oprah Winfrey emerged to dominate prime-time television talk shows to become a millionaire.

As the first African-American First Lady of our nation, Michelle Obama, encourages Americans to “move” or “exercise” in order to avoid obesity, which was spreading throughout our country.

Francine Reva Jones

Positive experience

This is to express my gratitude for the pharmacy in Section 5. For nine years, we had no pharmacy. I can’t count how many letters I wrote trying to get one. People had to get out of their sick beds to travel miles either to Pelham Bay Park or Bay Plaza, wait till prescriptions were filled and travel home. It was a terrible hardship for the area. Finally entanglements with the prior merchant were resolved and an excellent, energetic, talented young company opened up. It is the best pharmacy I have ever dealt with, bar none.

—Sally Kya-Hill

Bartow Mall Repair

Walkway repair is set to commence on Monday, March 24, immediately in front of the Men’s clothes store, down to the former Seven Seas Restaurant.

Weather permitting, the concrete walkways will be removed, water proofing installed and concrete replaced. During the construction period, the businesses will remain open. There will be a construction foreman on site to guide patrons and provide safety.

Thank you for your cooperation.

—Riverbay Management

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Co-op City Women There are many Black women in the Co-op City community that deserve recognition for their outstanding leadership and dedication. They include: Andrea Leslie, Evelyn Turner, Eleanor Bailey, Othelia Jones, Helen Atkins, Leah Graham, who serve as Board Directors of the Riverbay Corporation. Deborah Nelson, Vice President; Sandra Mitchell, Treasurer; Ebony Lambright, Secretary, of the African-American Association; Joan Murrell, Eleanor Donnley, Brenda Brown, Elaine Cole of the NAACP; Delores Debnam, Virginia Stewart, Dolores Rankin from the Retirees of Dreiser Loop; and Patricia Bonaparte and Regina Usher from the Harriet Tubman Club.

In order to have a strong community, you must participate. Go to meetings, especially your Building Association meeting.

I can be reached at: Francine Jones, Board Director, Riverbay Corporation, 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475 or 718-671-5957.

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Building 18 Association

Hi, neighbors.

At our general meeting on Tuesday, February 25th two of our young adults, Newton Salomon and Quintin Campbell, were motioned and seconded as co-vice presidents of the Building Association. They expressed plans to take our association to a more positive and active direction. I congratulate these young people for stepping up and getting involved, voicing their suggestions, ideas and assistance and to seek awareness of what’s going on in our community. All are welcome to attend these meetings.

Building Association meetings are held to make a better community and we need your full participation.

Quintin also gave a very informative and impressive presentation on Year Up New York, a one-year, intensive training program that provides low-income young adults, ages 18-24, with a combination of hands-on skill

development, college credits, and corporate internships.

If you are interested, you may apply online. www.yearup.org or call (212) 785-3340. I would like to thank all who attended this very important meeting.

Our next General Meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, March 25th at 7:00 p.m. in the meeting room. (Bronx CERT 10) Community Emergency Response Team of Co-op City will do a Ready New York Presentation. “If there is an emergency (ARE YOU PREPARED?)” Would you know what to do? Please come down to this very important meeting and find out. There will be a 50/50 drawing and refreshments.

Our Movie Matinee is scheduled for Wednesday, March 19th in the meeting room at 3:30 p.m. Come on down. We promise you will enjoy the movie and the refreshments.

Building 18 Scholarship Application will be avail-

able in April. Any high school student graduating in June, 2014 can pick up an application. Check bulletin board for dates.

We are still selling Scholarship raffle tickets: 1st Prize: $150, 2nd Prize: $100 and 3rd Prize: $50. For tickets, please call Gertie at 347-275-2995, Lorraine at 718-379-2145 or Deborah at 718-379-2551. You need not be present to be eligible. We need your support.

Happy birthday to all with that special day in March. I pray that it will be all you want it to be. Enjoy.

I give my sincere sympathy to the bereaved families and to the Chappell family in the loss of their mother, Yvonne. To the sick and homebound, I pray that your health be restored within your normal limits very soon.

Please stay alert: If you SEE something, SAY something!

—Gertie Brown

Have you seen that there are signs of spring trying to come up in Broun Place gardens? And the lid of the stone and mixed material garbage can has been found in the remaining snow and mud block. It is now in its original position. Hopefully, it will remain there.

Residents continue to be grateful to the Riverbay crew for their consistent work. They even helped to redirect what has come to be known as “Lake Broun Place,” that is the pond collected in the cul-de-sac.

In fact, Co-op City is waking up with spring refacing and repairs. Good luck with getting these upgrades and repairs accomplished. We also read about the March 17 Management Forum this week and hope that cooperators will attend and hear all that is going on. That is how we should learn the exact items and offerings in Co-op City. The Co-op City Times issue of March 8th offered so much news and precise explanations of items talked about in other publications and written in those publica-

tions to scare and frighten our residents. It is truly important to read the Co-op City Times. It comes to you to assure security, not to scare and promote fear.

For Broun Place, the date for our party will be announced here. All Broun Place neighbors are invited to join in the party. It will be a grand, celebrate spring and the Year 2014 party. We even have a DJ! Our next official meeting is April 24.

Has anyone seen a dog without a leash? A neighbor was menaced by one near Adler Place. Help solve crimes by reporting to Public Safety call: 718671-3050. Please be alert, identify who is at your door before opening it! Thank you to Public Safety for the foot patrol officers. Seeing uniformed officers on site assures all of us. It was good to see the trailer stationed in Broun Place for the last few weeks.

Join or renew Broun Place Association membership by placing $12 dues in the mail slot of Apt. 31B, Apt.

10A or Apt. 22A. Broun Place Executive Officers are Reverend Grace Emanuel - Secretary; Ms. Lillian Richardson - Treasurer; Mrs. Vivian Burrus -Vice President and Eva Lazaar - President. Ms. Lana Spaulding and Mr. Jesse Seise are our great support team.

The Riverbay Board of Directors Election Season 2014 will begin soon. Here in our Mitchell-Lama housing development, voting is your cooperator responsibility. When you became a cooperator, voting for the Board of Directors became your responsibility. The Broun Place press release is your space to share celebrations and events. As always, we send prayers to those healing from surgery, an illness or injury. We send sincere continued get well hopes to our friend, former Treasurer, Mrs. Ann Ventrella. Congratulations to all celebrating a birthday or anniversary. Please let us know if you wish a celebration mentioned here. Please help keep Broun Place clean and free of litter.

—Eva Lazaar

Broun Place Townhouse Association

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Retirees of Dreiser Loop

Our Spring Bash will be held on Wednesday, April 16, from 4-8 p.m. - only for those persons who paid and attended our annual Holiday Party. Suggest speaking to person who sold you your Holiday ticket.

Come join the party. Contacts: Beverly W. and Virginia S. at 718-379-0377.

TRAVEL EVENTS: ▪ Mar. 18-20 (Tuesday-Thursday). We are going to Atlantic City’s BALLY’S casino. Rebates: $30 slot bonus + $20 food + $10 cash bonus. On day of return will stop at RESORTS Casino – Rebate: $25 slot bonus.

(Boarding 9:30 a.m./Departure: 10:00 a.m. SHARP!) Contacts: Virginia S/Beverly J, 718-379-0377.

▪ Thurs., May 8. A Spring trip to see the Biblical story of MOSES at the Sight and Sound Theatre, PA, plus a delicious luncheon at Good n Plenty’s family style dining. Matinee price: $125. SOLD OUT! No waitlist. Contacts: Serita G., 347-564-5722/Beverly J., 718-379-0377.

▪ June 10-12 (Tuesday-Thursday). Come stay and play at the Dover Downs Hotel & Casino, Dover, DE.

(Casino bonus TBD). Price: Double $400 pp/Single $490. $100 deposit required to hold seat. Package includes - All You Can Eat Crabs at Woody’s Crab House, and the menu also includes fried chicken, shrimps and other delicious delights; shopping at Rehoboth Outlet Stores; and on day of return, will stop at the Harrington Raceway & Casino and get a free slot play and a free buffet. (FINAL PAYMENT DUE THURSDAY, MAY 1.) Contacts: Serita G., 347 564-5722/NCNW, 718-320-2366.

▪ Sept. 20-27 (8 days/7 nights) CALIFORNIA COASTAL CRUISE on the CROWN PRINCESS. (FINAL PAYMENT DUE WED., MAY 28.) Contacts: Claudette D., 718-379-4784/Beverly J., 718-379-0377.

THEATRE COMMITTEE: (prices include transportation): ▪ Wed., April 9. “HEART and LIGHTS,” starring the Rockettes. New York City comes alive in an all new spectacular show at Radio City Music Hall. 2:00 p.m.

Price: $69. Full payment due now. (12:30 p.m. departure SHARP!) Contact: Paisley H., 718-379-0377.

▪ Sat., April 19. BB King (King of Blues) show at Lehman Performing Arts Center, Concert Hall, 8:00 p.m. Price – $75. Min. $40 deposit required to hold seat. Final payment due April 2.

Contact: Paisley H., 718-379-0377.

GOOD AND WELFARE: To members recuperating, you are thought of warmly and may the sun bring you new energy every day.

Contact: Elinor Gordon, Chair, at 718-379-8755, regarding illnesses and bereavements.

1. Members and friends, we require your telephone number, along with a *Deposit to reserve your seat when signing up for shows and/or trips.

2. Cash payments will no longer be accepted.

3. *Checks/money orders payable - RETIREES of Dreiser Loop.

Committee members will be available Mondays and/or Thursdays, approx. 3 p.m. in Dreiser, Room 19.

“When life gives you a hundred reasons to cry, show life that you have a thousand reasons to smile.”

—Claudette Davis

The NCNW Co-op City Section hosted the 13th Annual Black History Month Youth Celebration cosponsored with the Riverbay Fund on Saturday, February 22, in Dreiser Auditorium B. The celebration was educating, motivating, inspiring. There were over 400 guests in attendance. There were over 20 performances where the participants showcased their talents in songs, praise and African dancing. Our guest speaker was the Honorable Councilman Andy King. Our guest also enjoyed the Black History Triva questions. Our door prizes were won by Shirley Asamoah and Phyllis Wilkinson. We thank all the participants, volunteers and donors. Special thanks to Costco Wholesale and Target.

We also want to thank Michelle Sajous, Director of Community Relations, Riverbay Corporation for her dedication and commitment in making sure the celebration was a success. We apologize for last’s week

omission in the Co-op City Times, the JASA Drama Brunch whom was one of the outstanding participant’s in the program.

BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND: Saturday, May 3, we tour Franklin D. Roosevelt Estate and lunch at the Culinary Institute of America (lunch is prepared and served by the senior students). After lunch, we head to Woodbury Commons. On the return home, we will drop off at 3 locations. Cost $95. Call 718-671-4804 /718-320-9694 and 718-320-2366 to make your reservation. Make checks payable to NCNW Co-op City Section, and mail to NCNW, P.O. Box 93, Bronx, NY 10475.

40th Annual Bethune/Height Recognition luncheon will be held Saturday, May 17 at New York LaGuardia Airport Marriott, 102-05 Ditmars Boulevard, East Elmhurst, NY.

NCNW has partnered with the Retirees of Dreiser Loop for a fabulous 3 day/2 night vacation to Dover Downs Hotel & Casino, Dover, De., June 10-12 (Tuesday-Thursday). Price: Double $400 per person/Single $490. Your package includes: Deluxe Motor Coach Transportation, 2 nights hotel accommodation at the Dover Downs Hotel & Casino, casino bonus (TBD), 2 buffet breakfast, crab feast at Woody’s Crab House, shopping at Rehoboth Outlet Stores, and on the way home, a new stop at the Harrington Raceway & Casino with free slot play bonus (TBD) and free buffet. $100 deposit required now to hold seat.

Check made payable: Retirees of Dreiser Loop. Final payment due Thursday, May 1. For more information: call 718-320-2366, Serita G., 347-564-5722.

Happy birthday March members.

—Maxine Sullivan

NCNW

Co-op City Times / March 15, 2014 Next Defensive driving course The next Black Forum defensive driving course will be held on Saturday, April 12, in Rm. 1, Dreiser Community Center, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Lower your liability insurance cost by 10% and remove up to 4 points from your driver’s license. Please make your check in the amount of $35, payable to “the Black Forum of Co-op City,” and mail to P.O. Box 563, Bronx, N.Y. 10475 at least 1½ weeks before the class, or you can walk in on the day of the class but you must have $35 in cash to pay for the course. Remember, don’t text and drive.

Going to Mohegan Sun On Saturday, April 12, we will be going to Mohegan Sun in Conn., CT., leaving Dreiser at 9 a.m., and other stops to be added. Cost $40 per person. No refunds. Call for your reservation today: (718) 3200033, (917) 209-5334 or (718) 320-8035.

Notice: All Section 5 food pantry participants All Section 5 residents must pick up their food packages on Wednesdays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Within each of us, there is a story. Toastmasters gives us the opportunity to tell these stories. To you, they may be simple, but to others, they may be just what the doctor ordered. Come, participate in an organization where leaders are made, and lives are changed. Some great men and women, i.e. Napoleon Hill, author of Think and Grow Rich; Pres. Ronald Reagan, 40th President, have emerged from Toastmasters.

Co-op City Toastmasters is committed to you - developing you - and it can help you clarify just what it is you

Thanks go to all the members who attended our Special General Membership meeting last month where our former President’s term was up and our former President-elect decided not to take on the role as President according to Article V, Sec.1b in our ByLaws. A quorum voted on changes to our By-Law; Article VI, Sec. 4b to have a Steering Committee govern the Association until the seats of President and President-elect are filled.

My name is Lillie Hall and I have lived in Co-op City’s Building 19 for sixteen years and was an active member of the Building Association ninety percent of the time. I produced our first newsletters for our members and lobby’s bulletin board a few years ago. At the meeting, I was nominated as the Steering Committee’s Public Relation and communication point-person. I will be accountable for all correspondence between

Building 32 Association

South Pacific Mark your calendar for our trip to the Westchester Dinner Theatre. We will be going to the matinee performance of one of the most outstanding shows to have appeared on Broadway, South Pacific. The date is Wednesday, October 22, and the charge of $80 includes the show, a full course luncheon, all taxes and gratuities and round trip transportation. CONTACT Eleanor Bailey at 718-379-7754 or Dolores Rankin at 718-379-0910. You can mail your payment to Ms. Bailey at 4180 Hutchinson River, Pkwy, Apt. 10A or Ms. Rankin at 4160 Hutchinson River Parkway, Apt. 10E, Bronx NY 10475.

Let us know if there is a place you want to go...We are trying to plan trips based on what we are hearing, but we don't get the participation that we need. All suggestions are welcome.

Cruises Information about our two upcoming no-fly cruises has been posted in all buildings. Check it out - you don't have to fly.

—Lorna Smith

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Evangelical Church of Co-op City. You must bring your white cards to pick up your food. Volunteers needed for Wednesdays and Fridays. For information, please call (718) 320-8035.

Volunteers needed The Black Forum is looking for volunteers to help out 2 days a week at the food pantry from 11 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. You choose the days. Training will take place on Thursday only. If you are interested, please call (718) 320-8035.

Computer help The Black Forum is looking for an experienced computer savvy individual. If interested, please, call (718) 320-8035.

Emergency Food Program We are open on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 11 a.m. to 12:45 p.m., Room 20 at the Dreiser Community Center. Also, due to budget constraints and shortage of available food, you must live within zip code 10475 to participate in this program. You must also have your card with you and

bring two clean plastic shopping bags. In order to receive food, you must present a current photo ID such as a non or driver’s license or any photo ID card with proof of address. You will then be issued a card in order to pick up food in the future.

Return to Lobster Fest We will be going to Lobster Fest for a fun-filled day on Saturday, Aug. 16. Cost is $150/person, payable in 3 installments of $50 each beginning March 15, April 19 and May 17. No REFUNDS. Make reservations today. Call (718) 320-0033, (917) 209-5334 or (718) 320-8035. More details to follow.

We Need You - Join Us Today Membership is $5 per year/person. Call (718) 320-8035 or write to Black Forum, P.O. Box 563, Bronx, NY 10475; email: coopcityblackforum @gmail.com. Help us keep independent community organizations alive in Co-op City. Everyone is encouraged to join. Call or visit us, Room 20 in the Dreiser Community Center.

—Tony Illis

have to say. Or, you may be the perfect one to help others to find their message. We invite you to visit us.

Traveling Gavel Our club brought home the “Traveling Gavel” recently after capturing it from Toast of the Bronx Club. President Kelly Maxwell, Kathy Blount and Lauretta Jaysura stated they had a lot of fun participating in the meeting and bringing the Gavel home to Co-op City. Visit our club and see the “Traveling Gavel” on display.

Dues: Dues are due now. Members, please mail to

P.O. Box 72, Connor St. Station, Bronx, NY 10475.

Club dues keep our organization alive and well. We want to be there for you when you need us. Renew your dues so that you don’t fall back on your goals, miss out on your monthly magazine, or not be eligible for special events.

The next meeting is March 20. Meetings are held at 7:30 p.m., 1st and 3rd Thurs. of the month at 2049 Bartow Ave., Rm. 28. We hope to see you and help you find your story.

–Ralph Dunniehigh

Co-op City Toastmasters Club

Building 19 Association

the Association and Riverbay management, other Building Associations, as well as our members. I can be reached at bldg19assoc@gmail.com and 718-8629320.

Our next general meeting will be held on Friday, March 21 at 7:30 p.m. in the Association Room in the rear of the building. We have invited Mr. Bernie Cylich, a member of Riverbay's Board of Directors, to be our guest speaker at this meeting. Mr. Cylich will bring us up to date on what’s happening in and around

Co-op City.

We will also be enrolling members by collecting your annual $5 membership dues for 2014 at this meeting. 50/50 raffle will be held and light refreshments will be served. Please plan to attend this very informative meeting and bring your concerns and suggestions. We need your voice, your participation and your input. You too can be a “Cooperator Doing Something!”

—Lillie Hall

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Coalition of African-American Churches & Community Organizations

The Coalition’s next general membership meeting will be held on Tuesday, April 1 at 12 p.m., 177 Dreiser Community Center, Room 15.

Please inform the Coalition of any suggestions that you may have. Mrs. Joan Murrell is the President of the Coalition. Phone number, (718) 3793494.

The Coalition is a non-profit organization dedicating to maintaining and improving the quality of life of cooper-

ators while providing educational and culturally enriching programs for the community. We also act as one voice for all Coalition members where there are issues of common concern and human rights. We also sponsor Friends & Family Day Celebrations, and Kwanzaa free for the community. Members of the Coalition include the following: African-American Association; Co-op City Baptist Church; Retirees of Dreiser Loop; Harriet Tubman Independent

Democratic Club; NAACP, Co-op City Branch; St. Joseph’s Episcopal Church and Zodiacs Track Club.

Please support our efforts by sending us a tax deductible contribution made payable to Coalition of AfricanAmerican Churches and Community Development of Co-op City, Inc., P.O. Box 619, Bronx, NY 10475. Churches and organizations that desire to join the Coalition may apply for membership by either writing or calling (718)

379-3494 or (718) 671-5957 for a membership application, which should be returned with a letter on your church/organization’s letterhead and signed by the Minister/President. Read Coalition’s weekly column for information about events and issues.

Remember, the Coalition’s motto is, “Coming together is the Beginning, Keeping together is Progress and Working together is Success.”

—Harman T. Leacock

Greetings to all of our Post members who are homebound and recovering from various medical operations. We wish you a speedy recovery.

Happy birthday to all of our Post members who will be celebrating their birthday in March.

Our Post is always looking for new members to join, so if you are a veteran from any branch of the military, stop by.

If you would like to join our Post, just bring your DD-214 with you. Post 1871 is located in Section #5 in the Community Center in 135 Einstein Loop, Room 41.

Our office telephone number is (718) 320-8165 and our e-mail address is post1871@optimum.net.

Post member Charles Bishop’s wife

passed away in March. She will be missed by her family and friends. When the Lord calls our loved ones home, he leaves a gift of memories in exchange. On March 5, the Bronx County meeting was held at our Post a lot of information was presented to our Post members. Any veterans who needs help with a claim or has any questions about their service claim, on March 27, Thursday, Friday, March 28, and Saturday, March 29, a New York Legion service officer will be available.

This will take place at the Sam Young Post# 620 located at 1531 Ericsson Place, Bronx, NY 10461. A contact number is 347-946-2925, Joe Goonan, the Bronx County adjutant or email at www.cwoifg@aol.com.

Another reminder, all veterans who have a VA ID will be given a new ID card because if a person has a bar scanner reader on their cell, they can get your Social Security number by scanning your card if you lose it. All Post 1871 members, we have your raffle books waiting for you at the Post, on May 25, Sunday.

Our annual Memorial Day affair will take place in Co-op City. The first prize will be $500, 2 prize is $300 and the 3 prize will be $200.

The raffle book is 7 raffles for $5 and each raffle is $1. This affair is for our service members and veterans and the community. The general meeting will take place on March 15, Saturday, at 11:00 a.m. sharp. Please arrive on time

and turn your cell phone off upon your arrival. Volunteers will be needed for the Memorial Day service for different committees to help our mission to be a success. The U.S. Navy has launched a new ship in honor of the 9/11 victims that crashed in Philadelphia. The ship’s name is Somerset and 40 people crashed in that PA. county.

Our Unabashed Dictionary defines work accident as a baby conceived at a company picnic.

Our Unabashed Dictionary defines a synonym as a word used in place of one you can’t spell.

This information was provided by the Post information officer.

—Richard I. Lawson, Jr.

American Legion Post 1871

Velocity Track Club New York

Velocity Track Club New York is officially recognized as a track & field team. Before I explain that statement, let me thank everyone who prayed for us to have a safe trip. Thank you, we appreciate all of your prayers.

In the track & field circuit, until you win a USATF or AAU national medal, people question your status as a track & field team. Just like any other competitive sport, someone from the team or team needs to be a champion. USATF and AAU are the most recognized and competitive youth track & field organization in the USA. The best from the country competes in their events.

On March 7th – 9th, the best youth track & field athletes converge in Landover, Maryland for the 3-day USA Track & Field Indoor Youth National Championship. The building was full of

energy and excitement. College scouts and recruiters will present. People around the country were watching the event on live media. This was the place to showcase your athletes.

VTC had 13 athletes qualify for the national and took advantage of the opportunity and represented New York well. We won 3 national medals. This was no easy task. Medals were only given to the top 6 athletes in their events, age division and gender, after having preliminaries and finals. Our athletes who didn’t win medals competed hard and showed the country that they belonged there.

Our National Champions are: Dominique Jackson, who won a bronze medal in the 13 – 14 girls division 200 meter race. I believe this division was the most competitive race for all running

events. These girls ran fastest times than most high school girls. In the preliminaries, the top 4 girls ran the 200 meter dash under 26 seconds. Dominique ran her personal best and the fastest time in her division with a time of 25:69. She also made it back to finals in the 55 meter dash and missed medaling by a tenth of a second. Tiarra Jackson continues to improve at every meet; she has the heart of a giant in that little body. She left it all on the track to earn her a bronze medal in the 8 years & younger 1500 meter run (7½ laps). This was a great birthday present for her father and me.

Next, was Captain Pearl WebsterRutledge in the girl’s 13 – 14 ages Shot Put division. After winning the USATF Northeast Zone, Pearl won the gold medal at the USA Track & Field Youth Indoor National Championship. Just

imagine being recognized as the best in the country.

Anyone interested in joining Velocity Track Club New York, we will be having orientation on Friday, April 11th in the Bartow Community Center at 7:00 p.m. Parent or guardian must be present for child to try out. For additional information, please visit our web site, www.velocitytrack.org, or contact me (Coach Winston Dinkins) at 914-4416196.

—Winston Dinkins

National Association for the Advancement of Colored People.

Mailing Address: P.O. Box 75-3111, Einstein Station, Bronx, NY 10475.

President: Jerome Rice. Office telephone: (718) 320-3210. Address: 135 Einstein Community Center, Room 36.

Office hours: Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Email: naacpccity 2210@gmail.com March Game Changer Focus - PUBLIC SAFETY & CRIMINAL JUSTICE: RE: 801409; Raising the Age of Criminal Responsibility and S05385; The Second Chance Law. Placing a 16 or 17 year old teenage offender in an adult prison with thirty & forty year old criminals is counterproductive to rehabilitation. This legislation tries 16 & 17 year olds in Family Court with the opportunity for certain serious crimes to be tried in adult court as

"juvenile offenders." Placing the majority of cases in Family Court is beneficial in that judges are well-versed and experienced in the special circumstances that surround individuals under the age of 18.

Placing a teenage offender in Juvenile Court increases the chances of rehabilitation, reduces the taxpayers burden of repeated incarceration costs and future exposure to harden would be criminals.

Whereas the Second Chance Law will allow persons convicted of a non-violent misdemeanor or non-sexual misdemeanor criminal offense to return to the community after paying their debt to society, lead full productive lives without the stigma of their misdemeanor conviction haunting and handicapping them for the rest of their lives. This bill will also ease the burden on taxpayers by removing these misdemeanor offenders from col-

lecting unemployment or welfare and allowing them to return to the work force which would bring in needed tax dollars to the state.

March Game Changer Focus HEALTH. AFFORDABLE HEALTH CARE DEADLINE - March 31. The NY State of Health, the Official Health Plan Marketplace (855.355.5777 or TTY 800.662.1220) offers insurance to the uninsured and the underinsured. In Person Assistors (IPA) Navigators provide education on the Affordable Care Act and will provide in person application assistance. Ms. Veronica Carreras of Bronxworks will be at 159 Dreiser Loop, Rm. 10 every Thursday from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. For appointment, call 646629-3245. Please take advantage of this benefit before the deadline. We must continue to hold firm on the Affordable

Health Care Act. We must be visible, vocal and vigilant.

"Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world." —Nelson Mandela Executive Committee monthly meeting: Wednesday, March 12 at 1 p.m.

Membership meeting: Sunday, March 23 at 3 p.m. All are welcomed.

COAT DISTRIBUTION: Over 100 coats have been distributed in the community to those in need by networking with various churches and organizations.

If you need a coat, call the office for pick-up date and time.

FUNDRAISERS: Branch signature t-shirts available $25; Motivate to Educate backpacks $5; and Stay At Home Tea. Call for order forms or stop by office.

—Brenda Brown

NAACP Co-op City Branch #2210

Pearl Webster-Rutledge (c) on podium receiving her gold medal.

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With education being as powerful as the sting from a bee, it is the destiny of every child to be the best that they can bee.

Co-op City Spelling Bee – The African-American Association and the Riverbay Fund welcomes all children in Grades 4 through 8 to participate for the opportunity to be the King or Queen bumble bee of the Coop City Spelling Bee. This event will take place next Saturday, March 22nd, at 10:00 a.m., Bartow Center, Room 31. The grand prize is $100.

Call 718-379-5555 to obtain a registration form or to volunteer. You may also obtain the form in the AfricanAmerican Association Room 15 in the Dreiser Community Center on school days between 3:00-6:00 p.m.

Wholistic Health & Wellness Fair – SAVE THE DATE and plan to attend the Association’s Tenth Annual Wholistic Health & Wellness Fair, Saturday, April

12th, 12 p.m., Bartow Community Center, Room 31, in honor of IMHOTEP, the world’s first doctor. There will be lots of information, advice, testimonies, entertainment and refreshments.

The Association sponsors the following ongoing programs and encourages your participation: Yoga & Pilates Mat Classes – Tuesdays, 7 p.m., Dreiser Center, Rm. 2. Lose weight, tone and strengthen your muscles with exercises that reduce stress through breathing techniques.

Call 718-671-8364.

Belly Dancing Classes – Wednesdays, 7 p.m., Dreiser Center, Rm. 2. A fun and healthy way to stay in shape!

No experience necessary. Call 646-3019438.

Evening Line Dancing Classes – Thursdays, 7-9 p.m., Dreiser Center, Rm. 2. Dance to Soul, Latin, and Gospel music. Simple dance steps for easier participation. Come and enjoy!

Call 917-903-7073.

Music Appreciation/Singing Classes – Fridays, 7:30 p.m., Dreiser Center, Rm. 15. Sing along with us to sweet soul oldies, R&B, gospel, and popular classics. All levels of vocal abilities are accepted.

Computer Laptop Classes – TBA Education – The Institute for Youth will meet in April.

Association Meeting – Some of the highlights of last Saturday’s meeting: We will catalogue the books in the Kojo Adimu Research Library. * Attendance at the NYC Councilmember’s Discretionary Budget Workshop. * “Hidden Colors” dvd * Continue to boycott Florida in resistance to the Stand Your Ground Law. * An Introduction to Social Media and Digital Technology Program is being planned. * Co-op City land development. * MTA bus route changes.

We thank and welcome all of our new members to the organization. Our

next gathering be at the Wholistic Health & Wellness Fair on Saturday, 4/12, 12:00 p.m., Bartow Center, Room 31.

If you are unable to attend, look to our weekly column for upcoming events. Presently, a single membership is $7.50 and $12.50 for families until August 31st. This applies to NEW members only. You may send a check or money order (DO NOT MAIL CASH) to: African-American Association of Co-op City, P.O. Box 702, Co-op City Station, Bronx, NY 10475. Donations are welcomed. Like us on Facebook: “Coopcity African americanassoc.”

The Association mourns the passing of Chokwe Lumumba (8/2/47-2/25/14), a civil rights lawyer who became Mayor of Jackson, Mississippi.

Wishing a beautiful and inspired week ahead to all.

—Mercedes A. Terzol

First, on behalf of the Coalition to Save Affordable Housing and our community organizations and local businesses, such as People’s United Bank, Community Fitness and Pear Tree Nails & Beauty Supply that supported us, I would like to express our deepest gratitude. Our 1st Annual Fundraiser Mardi Dance was a huge success. Well over 200 guests attended and danced the night away to the extraordinary sounds of Classic Soul, Salsa, Soca, Reggae, R&B provided by DJ O. Minaya who warms up the audience for the “Wendy Williams Show” Monday through Friday. We couldn’t have asked for a better D.J. We did a little line dancing, even staged a Soul Train line, Followed the Leader (similar to a Conga Line, in case you’re wondering what that looks like), and, of course braved the Wobble. No one could resist the urge to dance because the music was truly great! In keeping with the theme of Mardi Gras, “Laissez les bonnes temps rouler,” we did indeed let

the good times roll with the help of an awesome mixologist.

If you were there, then you too can attest to the fact: we had a ball! There were beautiful ladies and gents all decked out in their party finest with colorful masks to support the continued CTSAH activities to promote affordable housing in our community. The weather was awesome! We couldn’t have asked for a better evening to host our 1st Annual Mardi Gras Dance. There were door prizes awarded and a 50/50 raffle. Even the ladies got a shout out from Riverbay Board member Bernie Cylich who was celebrating his birthday. We sang Happy Birthday (Stevie Wonder’s version), and Bernie reciprocated by giving each of the ladies at the dance a rose in commemoration of Women’s History Month. Way to go, Bernie!

For those of you who couldn’t attend the 1st Annual Mardi Gras Dance, we hope that you will do your best to make it to our next one. No excuses!

Finally, I’d like to thank the following members for all the hard work that went into making the 2nd Annual Mardi Gras Dance such a huge success: Linda Berk, Judy Camacho, Yolanda Canales-Schumann, Stuart Edwards, Ebony Lambright, Andrea Leslie, Dolores Rankin, Claudia Sampson,

Bruce Silberman, and Sheila Sinclair.

Please be sure to visit our Facebook page at www.ctsah.net and let us know how much you enjoyed the 1st Annual Mardi Gras Dance. We’d love to hear from you and welcome your feedback on the event.

—Sebastian Ulanga

Coalition to Save Affordable Housing

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On behalf of our Pastor, Reverend Dr. Calvin E. Owens, and our church family, welcome to Community Protestant Church, a church of love and understanding, located at 1659 East Gun Hill Road, Bronx, NY 10469; telephone (718) 862-9172.

CHURCH SCHEDULE: Sunday School - 9:00 a.m.

Worship Service - 11:00 a.m.

Communion Service - Every first and third Sundays Prayer Meeting and Bible Study – Wednesday at 7:00 p.m.

The following programs are at the Church’s Annex: 2053 Asch Loop North (Co-op City) Morning Prayer Services - Tuesday, 6:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.

Neighborhood Bible Study - Thursday at 10:00 a.m.

Extension of Prayer and Worship Service – Every

Co-op City Mosque

In the Name of God, the Beneficent, the Merciful…

PLEASE NOTE - Due to Daylight Saving time, prayer services will be held at 1:00 p.m., instead of noon.

The Islamic Cultural Center of North America is honored to be one of the organizations providing religious services for the residents of Co-op City. This also gives us an opportunity to correct rampant misconceptions about Islam and Muslims.

These misconceptions are mainly a result of criminally misguided actions of a very small extremist fringe of Muslims who are provided endless media coverage. These extremists are a minute fraction of over one and a half billion Muslims worldwide.

Co-op City Mosque is open to all residents for prayer services and fellowship. We are more than happy to answer questions about our religion, culture and Muslims, in general.

The following statements explain our view of unity and common destiny with people of all diverse faiths. The first statement is from the Holy Quran, and second one is from Prophet Muhammad.

“Those who believe (in the Qur’an), and those who follow the Jewish (scriptures), and the Christians and the Sabians, any who believe in God and the Last Day, and work righteousness, shall have their reward with their Lord; on them shall be no fear, nor shall they grieve.” Holy Quran, Chapter 2, Verse 62.

“What actions are most excellent? To gladden the heart of human beings, to feed the hungry, to help the afflicted, to lighten the sorrow of the sorrowful, and to remove the sufferings of the injured,” said Prophet Muhammad, Peace Be Upon Him, in the book of Bukhari.

Co-op City Mosque continues to hold its Friday Congregational Prayer at 177 Dreiser Loop, Room 9, from 1:00-2:00 p.m. Please feel free to join us. For more information, please contact us at: 718829-2323 or info@islamicculturalcenter.org, or view our website: www.islamicculturalcenter.org.

Peace be unto you, —Sheik Moussa Drammeh

Happy 3rd birthday, Kevin

We love you so much and can’t believe you are three. We hope this year is filled with even more love and awesome adventures.

Happy 3rd birthday to our big boy, Sonic.

With love, —Mom, Dad, Grandmas, Grandpas, Aunts and Uncles

Community Protestant Church first, second and third Fridays at 7:00 p.m.

OTHER SCHEDULED EVENTS: IN OBSERVANCE OF THE 45TH ANNIVERSARY OF COMMUNITY PROTESTANT CHURCH Saturday, March 22nd, 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. – The Pastor and members of Community Protestant Church cordially invite you to attend our 45th Anniversary Luncheon at the V.I.P. Country Club, New Rochelle, NY. Tickets: $60. For tickets and/or additional information, contact the church at (718) 862-9172.

On Sunday, April 6th, 11:00 a.m. — We welcome you to worship with us at the 45th Anniversary Service of Community Protestant Church. Our theme for this very special service is “Still Standing By God’s Provision.”

Saturday, May 3rd, 4:00 p.m. – The Hospitality Ministry invites you to join us in A PRE-MOTHER’S DAY CELEBRATION, featuring the Master of Entertainment, internationally renowned MR. HUNTER HAYES. A jazz legend and Emmy Award winner, Mr. Hayes has performed with such great artists as James Brown, Miles Davis and Lonnie Youngblood. It will be held in Room 31, Bartow Shopping Center, Co-op City. Admission: $25 for

adults; $15 for children 17 and under. For tickets and/or additional information, contact: (718) 6716122, (718) 671-0425 or (718) 671-3181.

Saturday, May 24th, 3:00 p.m. – The Deborah Women’s Ministry presents the NYC WOMEN OF GOSPEL & SONG CONCERT featuring Keisha Washington, Community Protestant Church; Bishop Mary Freeman, Emmanuel Church of God; Rev. Lois Giles, Seven Light Baptist Church; Clarissa Sinceno, The Riverside Church and Requithelia Allen, Convent Avenue Baptist Church. Donation: $20. For tickets and/or additional information, call (718) 862-9172.

Saturday, June 21st – Join the Willing Workers on a SPRING FLING. Enjoy a fun-filled day in Pennsylvania including a Southern comfort dinner and live blues and jazz show at Warmdaddy’s. Donation: $110. For tickets and/or additional information, call (718) 320-4278 or (718) 671-8658.

The doors of Community Protestant Church are open to all to worship and fellowship with Christian believers of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. You are cordially invited to come in, join in and receive your blessing.

—Evan G. Mitchell

Newsong Church is a new church here in Co-op City, and we’re excited to be part of the community! Our first public worship experience is Sunday, March 23rd at 11:00 a.m. in the Dreiser Auditorium. Our church exists to not only serve Co-op City, but to serve it with the love and compassion of Jesus Christ! We intend to fulfill our mission by doing these three things…

Loving God Our Sunday worship experience has something for everyone. Young and old alike will learn about God’s amazing love through relevant music, and practical teaching. We believe that God loves you, is always with you, and has a plan for your life!

Loving Others At Newsong Church, we believe that we’re “better together.” We meet regularly in “LifeGroups” at different times and locations throughout our city. In a Newsong LifeGroup, you will not only grow in your relationship with God, but you’ll make lasting friend-

ships with other people, as we “do life together.” We have LifeGroups for both children & adults. Stop by our Connection Tent before or after our worship experience for more information!

Serving the World At Newsong Church, we are relentless in our pursuit of sharing the love of God with our world. It’s our desire to be highly involved in our community. We want to help meet the needs, both big and small. We are determined to work with other community leaders to help make Co-op City all it can be!

For more information about Newsong Church, go to www.newsongchurchnyc.org. You can also “Like” us on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/newsongchurchbx or “Follow” us on Twitter @newsongchurchBX My wife, Cyndie, and I look forward to meeting you!

—Pastor Mike Tolone

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Pastor Anne L. Palmore and congregation of the Church of New Vision extend a warm and friendly invitation to everyone to worship with us every Sunday at 8 a.m. or 11 a.m.

The church is designed to meet the spiritual needs of our community by offering anointed singing and preaching, and a general atmosphere of Christian love and friendly hospitality.

We also invite the youth of our community to attend our Sunday morning services, which are designed to meet the special needs of our young people. Parents, please send your children to learn of the Lord Jesus.

Prayer Service takes place every Wednesday evening from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m., followed by Bible Teaching from 8 p.m. to 9 p.m. Be with us to learn the truth from the Word of God.

The Circle of Christ Church family extends a warm welcome to you and your family and invites you to come and worship with us at 147 Dreiser Loop, patio level (located in the Dreiser Community Center).

Thought for this week: “Do not be surprised at the painful things you are now suffering. These things are testing your faith. 1Peter 4:12-13 The world has a definition for what is a normal person. When a child is born, they would already have a list of do’s and don’ts that must be followed in order to fit and qualify as a normal person.

God’s definition for normal is very different from the world’s. As you look

Church of the New Vision

List of Programs and Events: Adult Sunday School is from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

Youth Sunday School is also from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

Holy Communion is served the first Sunday of the month.

Youth Sunday takes place on the second Sunday of the month.

Missionary Sunday takes place on the third Sunday of the month Memorial Sunday (Men’s Day) takes place on the fourth Sunday of the month Seniors’ Sunday takes place on the fifth Sunday of the month.

Singles’ Ministry meets every third Tuesday of the month at 6 p.m.

Next Generation Choir & Club meets 1st & 2nd Friday of the month, 6:30 p.m.

Seniors’ Ministry meets 1st Wednesday of the month at 11:00 a.m.

Mid-day Bible Study meets every Tuesday afternoon from 12 to 1 p.m.

“Blooming in His Garden Brunch,” 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. on Saturday, March 22nd. Donations are $20 for adults, $15 for children under age 18. Please see any member of the Fellowship for tickets or for further information, contact Sis. Loretta Scott at 718-671-2623.

Come join us every fourth Sunday for the breaking bread breakfast fundraiser sponsored by the Church of the New Vision Youth Ministry on March 23rd from 9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m.

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at Christian history in the early days, they were anything but normal. These were quirky men and broken women from all walks of lives who had a real devotion for Christ to the point of giving their own lives. They were abnormal in the love they showed and committed to God and His cause.

Today, there are people persecuted every day for their faith in Jesus Christ.

These people are very poor with very little possessions, but they are rich with joy, contentment and peace. They have chosen to follow Christ obediently even if it costs their lives. Is that normal?

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We cannot encounter a living God and be the same. It compels us to live in such a way that miracles are a daily occurrence. Are you desperately looking for an answer? Your life can be changed by a great God. You can feel that power that you cannot explain. You will hear a message that shouts God’s mercy and forgiveness. Jesus is the answer for you and hope for the future.

We want to remind you that we are collecting non-perishable items and supplies in order to provide and support families in need of food. We also are providing counseling and referral services for families in the community. If you need or know someone in need,

23 free shopping. Quad $435pp, Triple $450pp, double $500pp and Single $580pp. VALID PASSPORT REQUIRED. Make checks/money order payable to Church of the New Vision and mail to: Church of the New Vision, P.O. Box 753037 Einstein Station, Bronx, NY 10475; Attention: Canada. For info., please contact the church: 718-671-8746.

Come join New Vision’s “Partners in Reading Program” every Sunday afternoon from 1:15 p.m. to 2:15 p.m. for students in Grades 1 through 8.

Church of the New Vision is located at 115 Einstein Loop, Bronx, NY 10475; Telephone#: (718) 671-8746 or (718) 320-0409. Our mailing address is: Church of the New Vision. P.O. Box 753037, Bronx, NY. 10475.

Please visit our website at www.church ofnewvision.com.

—Carole Haque

please call 347-945-1992, leave a message and we will gladly call you back.

Come join us at Circle of Christ Church and experience the love of God. CHURCH SERVICE SCHEDULE Wednesday – 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., Prayer & Bible Study. Friday – 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., Youth Night and Children’s Bible Club. Sunday - 11 a.m. Worship and the Word. Children’s Church – 5 years old to 12 years old. Little Lambs - Potty trained.

SPECIAL EVENT Every first Sunday of the month, the service is bilingual.

ALL ARE WELCOME. —Rev. Sam Colon

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Greater Love Cathedral United Baptist Church

“For I will surely deliver you, and you shall not fall by the sword; but your life shall be as a prize to you, because you have put your trust in Me,” says the LORD.” —Jeremiah 39:18 Spiritual food for thought: Beloved, face every challenge by faith in the strength of God’s Spirit. His power is enough, but you must believe that it is. Do not allow difficult conditions, negative reports, and out-of-control responses to undermine your faith in what God is able and willing to do on your behalf. Trust in the Lord completely.

Are you looking for a new church home or a place where you can give God praise openly and freely?

Greater Love is a teaching, preaching, tithing, faith and Bible way ministry. We believe that anyone can be saved according to our foundational Scripture, Romans 10:9, “For if you confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.” All are welcome to join us on the journey.

Save the Date Friday-March 21st: 7:00 p.m. – Youth and Family Movie Night: Feature Presentation: The Watsons Go to Birmingham (An uplifting movie about an African American family in the 1960s that decide to take their children on a summer trip to Alabama during the heat of the civil rights movement to end forced segrega-

St. Joseph’s Episcopal Anglican Church

Fr. Taylor and the congregation of St. Joseph’s cordially invite you to worship with us in Co-op City at 155 Dreiser Loop, lower level.

All are welcome.

Weekly Schedule: Sunday service with Holy Communion and Sunday School are both at 9 a.m. Every 4th Sunday, our children participate in the reading of the lessons and every 5th Sunday, our young adults assist in the service. Bible study is held each Wednesday at 7 p.m. Choir rehearsal is on Thursday at 7 p.m.

The (ECW) Episcopal Church Women meets immediately after service on the 1st Sunday of each month. Membership is open to all women of the church and dues are $2 per month.

We look forward to welcoming everyone at 9:00 a.m. on Sunday, March 16, when we will celebrate the Second Sunday in Lent.

Lenten Services: Every Wednesday in Lent, Stations of the Cross at 7:00 p.m.

Fundraising Events: St. Joseph’s Sunday School Delicious Breakfast. Saturday, March 22 starting at 8:30 a.m. Prices begin at $6 per plate. Come hungry, leave happy!!

Raffle tickets are now available for sale.

Drawing on Saturday, April 12.

Book of 6 for $5. Please contact June Grimes, 718-320-0503.

St. Joseph’s Seventh Annual Luncheon at Eastwood Manor in the Bronx.

Saturday, May 17, noon until 5:00 p.m.

Rolling bar, cocktail reception and lunch.

Music by DJ Carol, $75 per person.

Deluxe Motorcoach Transportation 3-day trip to Toronto, Canada. Saturday, August 30 to Monday, September 1. Trip includes 2 nights hotel accommodation, 4 meals, professional guided historic tours and time at the casino.

Single $469, Double $389, Triple $339, Quad. $329, Children $239.

Prices are per person and a payment plan is available. For those on the payment plan, the 3rd deposit is now due. Please call June at 718-320-0503.

Outreach Program: We continue to collect non-perishable food for the feeding program at Grace Episcopal Church in West Farms. Please remember to donate.

For additional information on the above, please call the church at 718-320-0844, or visit our website: http://www.stjosephsepcbronx.org.

“The Lord shall watch over your going out and your coming in, *from this time forth for evermore.”(Psalm 121: 8) —M. Chambers

tion). Movie begins at: 8:00 p.m. – refreshments.

Saturday, March 29th: 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Women’s Fellowship: Join us for a powerful afternoon of fellowship to enlighten, encourage and empower women in Christ and those who have not yet come to the knowledge of His saving embrace. Come out and hear testimonies from women who continue to endure life’s challenges in the face of adversity. This will be a Springtime Spiritual and Emotional Revival for women of all ages and backgrounds. There’s room at the Cross for YOU! Lunch served.

Greater Love is located at 900 Co-op City Blvd.

(Bldg. 2A), on the ground level, Bronx, N.Y., 10475; main entrance - red buzzer. Doors open at 2:30 p.m. on Sunday. Free parking is available in Garage #1 on Darrow Place. Church telephone: 347-920-5607.

Weekly Schedule: Sunday Bible Study: 3 p.m. (sharp) to 3:45 p.m.

Lesson for March 16th - Peter’s Report – Psalm

110:1-4, Acts 2:22-24, 29-32 Sunday Praise & Worship: 3:45 p.m.

Holy Communion – First Sunday Tuesday Evening Prayer: 7:15 p.m. – 8:15 p.m.

Training for Service - A Survey of the Bible: Thursday Evenings, 7:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.

Youth Nite (ages 13+) – March: 3rd Friday (3/21) KFC Ministry (Kids for Christ), Ages 5-12: Meets Monthly Special Announcements Food Pantry & Christian Book Drive: Thank you to our fellow friends & neighbors for your continued support and generous donations of food items and precious Christian books. You have blessed us tremendously and we are grateful. Please call the church (347-920-5607) for more information about making a donation or to arrange a pick up.

Peace & blessings!

—Pastor Carol Landrum

Why Worry? (Part 1) Please read Matthew 6:25–34 Matthew 6 is the middle portion of the Sermon on the Mount. Look at verse 25: “Do not worry.” And verse 27: “Who of you by worrying?” And verse 28: “Why do you worry?” And verse 31: “So do not worry.” And verse 34: “Therefore do not worry.” Five times in ten verses, Jesus mentions “worry.” And the whole point is to tell us: “Don’t worry. Don’t get anxious.”

There are five rules that can protect us from worry and anxiety if we are willing to follow them. Allow me to focus on three this week.

1. Keep focused on what is important (verse 25).

“Why did Jesus specifically mention food and clothes as things not to worry about?” The answer is that they represent the basic elements of life. They stand for all the things we need to get along in the world, such as money, jobs, housing, transportation, and so on. By mentioning food and clothes, Jesus is really saying, “You are not to worry about any of these things.”

2. Worry is useless and pointless (verse 27).

Notice what Jesus said, “Who of you by worrying can add a single hour to his life?” In Greek, the phrase “a single hour” actually refers to a cubit. In ancient times, a cubit was a measurement equal to the length from the elbow to the middle finger, a distance of about 18 inches. It is like saying, “Who by worrying can add an inch to his height or a single moment

to his life?” The answer is, no one can. That’s the funny thing about worry. It can give you an ulcer or a stroke or a migraine headache or a heart attack. But the one thing worry can’t give you is a longer life. A man can worry himself to death, but he can’t worry himself into a longer life.

3. God knows what you need - Look at verse 32, “For the pagans run after all these things, and your heavenly father knows that you need them.” What are “all these things?” Food, clothes, shelter, money, a job, and all the other necessities of life. God already knows about them.

When you say, “Lord, I’m out of a job,” it isn’t news to him. When you say, “Lord, I can’t pay my bills,” he checked your bank account before you did.

He knows you are broke. That’s a wonderful incentive to pray. He already knows the details of every problem in your life. So go ahead, tell him the whole story. He won’t be surprised.

God loves you more than you can possibly imagine in spite of your mistakes. When you decide to love him back, He makes himself responsible for your needs. Through His many promises, He is trying to say, trust me – I’ve got this. So, why worry?

Co-op City Seventh-Day Adventist Church, 1010 Baychester Avenue; 718.320.0518, www.coopcity sdachurch.org.

OUR SERVICES ARE OPEN TO EVERYONE. —Pastor Terry Giles

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Rev. Dr. Sheldon E. Williams and the Co-op City Baptist Church invite you to join us tomorrow at 8:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. for worship service. Sunday School for children and adults is held at 9:15 a.m. We invite you to worship, study, and pray with us.

The Co-op City Baptist Church is located at 135 Einstein Loop, Room 50 (lower level). Our telephone number is 718-320-3774. Visit us on the web at www.coopcitybaptistchurch.org.

Join us for a mid-week spiritual pick-up at our midweek worship service which is held on Wednesdays at 12 p.m. Bible study is held on Wednesdays at 1:00 and 7:30 p.m. Bible study will also be held on Wednesday, February 5 at 5:00 p.m. Prayer Service is held on Fridays at noon and 7:30 p.m. Men’s prayer service is held monthly at 7:00 p.m. We invite the men of the community to join us on Tuesday, March 11 for the

Pentecostal Tabernacle

Pentecostal Tabernacle invites everyone to worship with them at 120 Benchley Pl., Building 24, Bronx, N.Y. 10475.

Services are as follow: Sunday morning Sunday School for all age groups starts at 10:30 a.m. Mid-day worship starts at 11:45 a.m.

Wednesdays: Prayer and fasting service will be held at 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

Prayer meeting and Bible study will also be held at 7:30 p.m.

Fridays: Youth service starts at 7:30 p.m.

Focus: Apostasy will sweep the world and affect the church in the end times.

However, a devoted people fervent for the things of God will resist all compromise and apostasy.

And take heed to yourselves, lest at any time your hearts be overcharged with surfeiting, and drunkenness, and cares of this life, and so that day come upon you unawares. For as a snare shall it come on all them that dwell on the face of the whole earth. Watch ye therefore, and pray always that he may be accounted worthy to escape all these things that shall come to pass, and stand before the son of man. (St. Luke 21:24-26) The first step of apostasy is a darkening of the heart. Romans 1:21 states that the cause of this first step is a result of people knowing God, but not glorifying Him as God. Further, they lack gratitude and entertain vain imaginations, which result in the darkening of their foolish hearts.

You can also read Romans 1: 18-32 The heart plays a key role in the spiritual status of an individual.

For with the heart man believeth unto righteousness, and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation. {Romans 10:10} If the hearth is not right, the individual is not right. We cannot please the Lord if our heart is not right. A sinful heart presents a welcome mat to apostasy. A heart becomes dark when sin enters. This darkening of the heart is a spiritual deterioration that leads to reprobation as it welcomes more and more iniquity.

For where your treasure is, there will your heart be also. Matthew 6:21 God requires his people to live a Holy, righteous life in this sinful world and it can be done if we maintain a prayer life each day. Since apostasy involves departing from the truth, the road to apostasy is one in which love for the truth is absent. Where lack of respect and love for the truth is present, the seed of apostasy begin to grow. If we maintain a fervent relationship with God, we will not fall victim to apostasy.

The Actions of Apostasy: The time will come when they will not endure sound doctrine; but after their own lusts shall they heap to themselves teachers, having itching ears. {11 Timothy 4:3} For further information, please call 718-324-0334 or 718-320-4218.

—Rev. R. Sibblies

Co-op City Baptist Church

next Men’s Prayer Service.

Tomorrow, March 16, the Prison Ministry will celebrate their anniversary at the 11:00 a.m. service. All are invited to this celebratory service.

March is Women’s History Month and the First Lady’s Ministry will present Her Story next Saturday, March 22 at 10 a.m. The guest speaker will be Evangelist Darlene Thomas from Kelly Temple Church of God In Christ, Harlem, NY. The theme is A Woman of Faith, Hebrews 11:1. Donation is $15. For information, call 718-320-3774.

On Sunday, March 23, the Youth/ Young Adult Choir will celebrate their anniversary at the 11 a.m. service. The guest speaker will be Rev. Dr. Eric Turner. All are invited to this celebratory service.

The Co-op City Baptist Church Scholarship Ministry and the Co-op City Intergenerational

25 Outreach Center, Inc. are having a Preparing for College: An Informational Seminar on Saturday, March 29 (10 a.m. – 2 p.m.) at 135 Einstein Loop, Room 49 – The college application process can be daunting for many. This free informational seminar will provide middle and high school students and their parents with valuable information on the college application process, available scholarships, applying for financial aid and many other resources. For additional information or to RSVP, call 718-379-0541, 718- 3203240, 718-671-8449, 917-620-2859 or 718-320-3774.

The Co-op City Baptist Church exists to glorify God and to establish a living community of people who follow the teachings of Jesus the Christ through worship, prayer, Bible study and fellowship. We seek to meet the spiritual and physical needs of the church through ministry.

—Hattie L. Lucas

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Fri., March 21

Thurs., March 20

Wed., March 19

Tues., March 18

Mon., March 17

Bartow Word Games 9:30 – 11:00 am, Rm. 31 Bingo 9:30am – 11:30am, Room 31 Library 9:30am -1:00pm, Rm. 31 Weight Management Support Group – Rm. 25 10:00am-11:30am ZUMBA Class 10:30am – 11:30am, Rm. 31 Card Games 2:00pm – 4:00 pm, Rm. 31 Dominoes 2:30 pm, Rm. 31

Word Games 9:30 – 11:30 a.m., Rm. 31

Einstein

10:00am-12:00pm, Rm. 7

9:30am – 1:00 pm, Rm. 49

Dominoes

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session

10:00am, Rm. 45

9:30am -10:30am, Rm. 7 10:00 – 11:00 – Rm. 2

10:00am – 11:00am, Rm. 45

Mind Teasers

Around The Lunch Table

12:00pm – 1:00pm, Rm. 4

11:30am, Rm. 49

Intermediate Yoga 2-3pm, Rm. 2

Basic Cellphone & IPAD Training 1:30 – 2:30pm, Rm. 7

Matinee Movie w/George 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

Rm. 45

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session 9:30 – 10:30 a.m., Rm. 7 Alert & Alive Rm. 7, 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Mixed Cultural Dance 10:30-11:30 a.m. Aud. B Mind Teasers 12–1 p.m., Rm. 4 Zumba 1-2 p.m., Aud. A Tuesday Movie w/ popcorn 2-4 p.m., Rm. 7

Dominos 10 a.m., Rm 45 Spelling Bee 10 a.m., Rm 49 Spanish Practice Class 10:30 a.m., Computer Lab Bingo 1 p.m., Rm 49

Dominoes 10 a.m., Rm. 45 Stay Well Exercise 10-11 a.m., Rm. 45 Spelling Bee 11 a.m., Rm. 49 Po-ke-no 1-2 p.m., Rm. 49 Bingo 1 p.m., Rm. 49 Dominoes 10 a.m., Rm. 45

Art 10 a.m., Rm. 45 Bingo 1 p.m., Rm. 49 Card Games 2-4 p.m., Rm. 49

Blood Pressure 2nd and 4th Friday 10-11:30 a.m., Rm. 49

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session 9:30 – 10:30 a.m., Rm 7 Sewing w/Raymonde 9:30-11:30 a.m., Rm 7 Tai Chi 11 a.m.-12 p.m., Rm 2 Mind Teasers 12–1 p.m., Rm 4 Art Class 1-3 p.m., Rm 7 YOGA w/Bhadra 2-3 p.m., Rm 2 Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session 9:30-10:30 a.m., Rm. 7 Blood Pressure 1st & 3rd Thursday 10-11:30 a.m., Rm. 8 Line Dancing w/Ellie 10– 11 a.m., Aud. A Poetry/Creative Writing w/ Lorraine 10-11 a.m., Rm 7 Piano Sing Along 11 a.m.–12 p.m., Rm. 7 Mind Teasers 12-1 p.m., Rm. 4 Drama Club 1:30 – 4 p.m., Rm. 7 Crochet and Knitting 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Rm. 7 Library, Exercise Bike, Chat 9:30-10:30 a.m., Rm. 7 Meditative Moments 11–12 p.m., Rm. 8 Mind Teasers 12-1 p.m., Rm. 4 Card Games, Dominoes 2-4 p.m., Rm. 7 Spanish Class (New) 1–2 p.m., Rm. 7 Therapeutic Yoga 1:30–2:30 p.m., Rm. 8 Poetry/Creative Writing w/ Lorraine 2–4 p.m., Rm 7

(Schedule subject to change without notice)

WEEKLY TRIPS

PRICE

PICK-UP TIMES

Super Wal-Mart

$15

8:30 a.m. 8:45 a.m.

WEEKLY TRIPS 1st Monday or Friday :

Soups, Breads and Desserts

Mon., March 17

Apple juice Turkey Italian sausage w/onions Peas & Carrots Steamed zucchini

Rosemary turkey burgers w/onions & pepper Baked Steak “fried” potatoes Green salad (mixed greens)

Whole wheat bread Whole wheat burger bun Fresh fruit

Alt: Tuna Salad

Orange pineapple juice Chicken Paprikash Corned beef & cabbage Toasted Orzo Parsley potatoes Waxed beans

Tues, March 18

Irish Soda roll Whole wheat bread Fresh fruit

Alt: Vegetable liver

Card Games 2-4 p.m., Rm. 31

1st Monday:

Non-Kosher

1:15 - 2:00pm, Rm. 2

2:00 – 4:00 pm

Bingo 1 p.m., Rm. 49

DATES

Kosher

Gentle Yoga w/Anne

Walking and Exercise w/Ms.Gaskill

Bingo 1-3:30 p.m., Rm. 31

Men’s Line Dancing w/ Voncile 9-10 a.m., Rm. 31 Word Games 9:30 – 11:30 a.m., Rm. 31 Women’s Line Dancing w/ Jenifer 10–11:30 a.m., Rm. 31 Chat Session 10 a.m., Rm. 31 Bingo 10:30 a.m.–12 p.m., Rm. 25 Sing along w/Charles Carrington 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Rm. 31 Card Games 2-4 p.m., Rm. 31 Dominoes 2:30 p.m., Rm. 31

Stay Well Exercise

Line Dancing

Current Events 10 a.m., Rm. 31

Blood Pressure 1st & 3rd Wednesday 9-10 a.m., Rm. 31 Word Games Rm 31 9:30am - 11:30pm Stay Well Exercise 10-11 a.m. Rm 31 Line Dancing w/Voncile 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Rm 31 Bingo 1–3:30 p.m. Rm 31 Card Games2-4 p.m., Rm 31 Dominos 2:30 p.m., Rm 31 Library 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Rm. 31 Word Games 9:3011:30 a.m., Rm. 31 Chat Session 9:30 a.m.

-1 p.m., Rm. 31 Bingo 1-3:30 p.m., Rm. 31 Card Games 2-4 p.m., Rm. 31 Dominoes 2:30 p.m., Rm. 31 Social Dance Club Music by Cecilia Tenconi - Every 2nd Thursday, Rm. 31

Date:

Crochet and Knitting

Library

Dominoes 10 a.m., Rm. 49 Tai Chi 11am, Rm. 45

Dominoes 2:30 p.m., Rm. 31

Dreiser

Stew Leonards

$5

Bartow Dreiser 9:30 a.m. 9:45 a.m.

For information, please call: (718) 320-2066

Einstein 10:00 a.m.

9:00 a.m.

New Payment Schedule - Payments for trips @ the Bartow office can be made Monday – Friday: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. & 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. (Only) Funded by: The NYC Department for the Aging, The NYS Office for the Aging and Riverbay Corporation.

Orange juice Stuffed beef cabbage Mashed potatoes Sliced carrots

Wed., March 19

Alt: Sliced turkey

Thurs., March 20

Apple juice Gefilte fish w/horseradish Bow Tie w/sun dried tomatoes Coleslaw w/green & red cabbage

Chicken teriyaki Oven “fried” Vegetables Broccoli w/garlic

Whole wheat bread Apricots packed in juice

Swedish meatballs Noodles Honey glazed carrots

Challah bread Canned peaches

Alt: Canned peaches

Fri., March 21

Orange pineapple juice Roast chicken Parmesan baked tilapia Noodle Kugel Brown rice pilaf Sautéed spinach String beans

Tomato soup Whole wheat bread Fresh fruit

Alt: Poached Salmon

Fee for lunch is $2.00 & $3.50 for guest

*Menu subject to change without notice. Lunch must be ordered a week in advance.

ALL meals served w/margarine and fresh milk

Upcoming Events/Trips

Bartow Center (718) 320-2066, Ext. 2010 Dreiser Center (718) 320-1345 • Einstein Center (718) 671-5161

There will be no refunds for all trips. All trips includes roundtrip transportation!

AARP Tax-Aide – Hosted by JASA; Free Tax preparation and free e-File - 135 Einstein Loop, Room 35, Tuesdays & Wednesdays, until April 9th, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. For information, call 718-320-2066.

Free SNAP (Food Stamp) Application Assistance - 2049 Bartow Ave., Co-op City Senior Services/JASA main office. Friday, March 28th – 10 a.m.

– 3 p.m. First come, first served! Please bring documents that verify your identity: address, income, expenses (rent, medical, etc.). For information: 718-320-2066.

Free Diabetes Wellness Workshops for Medicare Beneficiaries – Fridays, March 21st and 28th, 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. 177 Dreiser Loop, Room 8. Each session covers a new topic. To sign up for the sessions, please call the Dreiser Senior Center at 718-320-1345.

CERT (Community Emergency Response Team) – Tuesday, April 1st, 11 a.m. 2049 Bartow Ave., Room 31. Friday, May 9th. 1 p.m., 177 Dreiser Loop, Room 7. Tuesday, May 13th, 135 Einstein Loop, Room 49. A presentation will be conducted to educate you about disaster preparedness for hazards that may impact their area and train you on basic disaster response skills.

Empire Casino – Friday, March 21st, $5.Pick-ups: Einstein Loop - 10 a.m., Bartow - 10:15 a.m., Dreiser Loop 10:30 a.m. Call the Bartow office to register, 718-320-2066.

Museum @ Eldridge St. – Monday, March 24th, $7, hr. 15 mins. tour starts at 11 a.m. The Eldridge Street Synagogue, built in 1887, is a national Historic landmark in Manhattan’s Chinatown neighborhood. Discover the history, architecture and spiritual significance of the Eldridge Street Synagogue. Pick-ups:

Bartow – 8:30 a.m., Dreiser Loop - 8:45 a.m., Einstein Loop - 9 a.m. 718-2202066.

Senior Spring Splash at Marina del Rey – Friday, March 28th, $40, 12–4 p.m.

Cocktail hour/hors d’oeuvres, 12-1 p.m.

Live entertainment. Guests may select one of the following from the main menu: chicken francese, prime rib of beef, baked filet of salmon, & chef’s vegetarian choice w/iced Salade Caprice. Pick-ups: Dreiser - 11 a.m., Bartow - 11:15 a.m. & Einstein - 11:30 a.m. Please call the Bartow office to register, 718-320-2066.

SOLD OUT. Empire Casino – Monday, March 31st, $5. Pick-ups: Einstein Loop - 10 a.m., Bartow - 10:15 a.m., Dreiser Loop 10:30 a.m. Call to register, 718-320-2066.

Shoprite – Friday, April 4th, $3, 2 hrs.

Pick-ups: Einstein Loop – 9 a.m., Bartow - 9:15 a.m. & Dreiser - Loop – 9:30 a.m.

Call to register, 718-320-2066.

Ace in the Hole Productions 2014 Fabulous 23rd Season @ The Brownstone - Featuring Lonnie Youngblood, 11:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., Tuesday, April 8th - $55 for JASA members and $65 for non JASA members.

Coach bus pick-ups: Bartow – 9 a.m., Dreiser Loop – 9:15 a.m. & Einstein Loop - 9:30 a.m. Menu: 2 complimentary drinks, fresh garden salad, corn chowder, braised tips of beef, roast chicken, mashed potatoes & gravy, fresh vegetable medley, dessert, coffee, tea, decaf. Enjoy 2 complimentary drinks during the Happy Hour – Free soda all day.

Weight Management Support Group – Monday, March 17th - 10 a.m., 2049 Bartow Ave., Room 25, facilitated by social workers. Learn techniques and information that can help you maintain a Healthy Lifestyle. For information: 718320-2066.

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WEEKLY SCHEDULE

AARP Chapter #4997

FYI: Check out the AARP online Brain Health Center. There you will find out how exercise reduces dementia risk, why being a good friend is good for your mind and when to worry about that “senior moment.” In addition, get tips to improve your memory and keep your brain in top shape at any age – www.aarp.org/brainhealth.

REMINDER: AARP Chapter #4997 is planning an Anniversary Celebration – THURSDAY, MAY 29, 12 p.m.-5 p.m.

(Cocktail hour, 12 p.m.-1 p.m.) at Eastwood Manor — $70/person. Contact Stella B. – 718-379-20888 or Delores C. – 718-671-1672 or Room O – 718-3201946.

NOTE: To our sick, on the mend and shut-in members, and those bereaved members, please know that you are in our prayers. Contact Frances Wilson, Good & Welfare Coordinator, 718-671-5493.

2014 TOUR ACTIVITIES March 31-April 1 – Sands Casino w/a $20 free play & lunch voucher; then to the hotel w/dinner and a show; full buffet breakfast and then to see MOSES at the Millennium Theater; traveling on a Deluxe Motor Coach…$295/double; $285/triple; $345/single (travel insurance to be determined) – BUS DEPARTURE:

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from Asch Loop (in front of library) at 7:45 a.m. SHARP (arrive by 7 a.m. for bus seating & luggage tags) …contact: Marlene (718) 379-8337 (temporary) May 21 – The Magic of Motown at Foxwoods’ Fox Theatre – Stroll down memory lane with the Temptations, Four Tops, Smokey Robinson, The O’Jays, The Platters and many more…SOLD OUT; WAITING LIST AVAILABLE… $84/pp includes reserved seating, free buffet, $10 slot play, transportation and gratuities… contact Jean, 718-379-3742.

July 24-25 – Spirit of Baltimore Cruise & lunch w/ shopping at Arrundel Mills Outlet; buffet dinner at the hotel; buffet breakfast and a 6-hour stay at Maryland Live Casino; traveling on a Deluxe Motor Coach (travel insurance to be determined)…$280 double; $270 triple; $340 single…contact Daisy, 718-671-3241.

August 28 – September 6 – Canada & New England Cruise – Sail on the Royal Caribbean, 10 days/9 nights…Double inside cabin: N-$1,108; outside cabin: I$1,438; Balcony: E-2-$1,738; Balcony: E1-$1,788; Single inside cabin: N-$1,827; Outside cabin: I-$2,487; Balcony E-1$3,187 — $350 deposit will secure earlybird rates ….contact Jean, 718-379-3742.

—Delores Debnam

Goose Island Seniors

Baychester Library Events VISIT THE LIBRARY - A GREAT WEALTH OF INFORMATION ATTENTION: The Baychester Branch will be closed March 8, to facilitate branch improvements. Please use the Eastchester Branch at 1385 East Gun Hill Road. We will re-open for regular service on Monday, March 10th.

UPCOMING EVENTS ART FOR A LIFETIME 2014 - FREE Theatre Arts Workshops For Adults 55+. Call to register. Mondays through Apr. 28, 1:30 p.m. Instructor: Leona Heyward Hull.

Click On - Google Docs - Tuesdays, 3/18, 3/25, 10:30 a.m.

Tech Connect - Thursdays, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. - iPad Basics 2, 3/20; App Vice, 3/27.

Click On - Fridays, 10:30 a.m. - Email Account, 3/21; Microsoft Word, 3/28.

Family Program - Harriet Tubman Herself (Performance), Saturday, 3/15, 1:30 p.m.

Kids Program - St. Patrick’s Arts & Crafts - Saturday, 3/15, 2 p.m.

Job Search Resumé Clinic - Tuesday, 3/18, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Kids Program - Dr. Mae C. Jemison Story - Wednesday, 3/19, 3:30 p.m.

FILM - The Family that Preys, w/Kathy Bates, Saturday, 3/22, 2:00 p.m.

FDNY Recruitment - Monday, 3/24, 3-7 p.m.

FILM - The Secret Life of Bees w/Queen Latifah, Saturday, 3/29, 2:00 p.m.

WEEKLY EVENTS (Subject to change. Call library to confirm) Game On - Monday, 3/10, 3:30 p.m.

Toddler Time - Every Wednesday, 11:30 a.m.

Teen Lounge - Wednesday, March 12, 3:00 - 4:30 p.m., Chess Club - Every Thursday, 3:00 Teen Lounge - Every Friday, 3:00 - 4:30 p.m.

The New York Public Library Baychester Branch • 2049 Asch Loop • Bronx, NY 10475 (Fully Wheelchair Accessible)

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718.379.6700 FREE ADMISSION TO ALL

Wednesday, March 19—Bingo game in Room 39 at 1:30 p.m. Admission, $2 for members only. Members must pay their yearly dues, $15.

Tuesday, March 25—Going to Mt. Airy casino. Price $33. Pick-up time: 8:30 a.m. Rebate is $25 slot play and $10 towards food. Pick-up at our 3 usual bus stops: Einstein Loop, Asch Loop (back of library) and Dreiser Loop.

Wednesday, April 23—Going to Courtlandt, N.Y. for luncheon and show The Rat Pack. Price is $69. Pick-up time is 9 a.m. at our 3 usual bus stops. All payments must be paid before March 20th.

Menu: fruit cup, salad, prime rib of beef, chicken marsala, stuff filet of Sole, dessert, coffee, tea, soda. Also, a complimentary drink of wine or beer.

Monday, June 2—Going to Villa

Roma, N.Y. for a luncheon and show, The Jersey Boys. Wonderful music of Frankie Vallie and Four Seasons. Price is $79. Pick-up time is 8 a.m. at our 3 usual bus stops. All payments must be paid before May 15.

Goose Island Seniors are in deep sympathy by the passing of one of our wonderful members, Louise Santucci.

All our staff and friends send their condolences to the Santucci family. She will be greatly missed.

For more information, see Ann or Mary at 135 Einstein Loop, Room 39, Monday – Thursday, 10:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. or call 718-379-9613 or call Mary at 718-379-4800 and she will call you back.

Good health to all.

—Mary Pilla

Handicapped Adults Association

OFFICE: We are open 2 days a week. Monday and Thursday. Monday, 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Thursday, 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

FLEA MARKET: We are now selling jewelry; many choices of necklaces and earrings and bracelets. Our soft covered books are 25¢ each, 5 for $1; hard

covered books are 50¢ each. We have walkers for $10 and $15 each.

We are located in Dreiser Community Center, 177 Dreiser Loop, Room #13, second floor.

Pennies, pennies please bring them to the office.

—Arlene Rodriquez

Einstein Cancer Fund

Tuesday, April 1st, general membership meeting at 1:30 p.m., Room 38.

Dues are $12 for members, as well as newcomers. This will be a Bingo meeting and all are welcome.

Friday, April 4th, Hunterdon Hills Playhouse for a hilarious comedy drama, Busy Body. The cost per person is $78, which includes lunch, show, transportation and gratuities. Entrée choice of Yankee pot roast, fried shrimps, chicken Cordon Bleu, summer herb Cod, chef’s daily special, baked vegetable lasagna vegetable kabobs, and a chef’s daily special. You have a selection of homemade breads, salad, mashed potato, potato pancakes and an array of miniature desserts, coffee or

tea. Please make your payment by March 28th.

Reminder: Moses at the Millennium Theatre. This is a two-day trip. All balances or full payments must be made by March 17th. Luggage tags will be sent to you just as soon as we receive them.

For all of the above trips, please call Mildred at 718-320-0288, Loretta at 718671-2958, or Lydia at 718-671-3005. For memorial cards, please call Loretta.

Please stay safe in this inclement weather. Remember those who are homebound and in nursing homes.

Give them a call.

Good health and healings are wished to all.

—Lydia Ruas

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Purim Reflections

by Rabbi Solomon I. Berl Spiritual Leader of Young Israel Synagogue

Purim, which marks the first serious anti-Semitic event in history, is celebrated in an unusual way. Instead of observing the day in seriousness and gravity and contemplating the possible dreadful consequences, we traditionally treat the whole event as a huge joke. In fact, Haman - the archetype of the classic anti-Semite is portrayed as a clumsy clown.

Children masquerade as Haman, musicals and parodies are the order of the day, and even a special cookie has been created bearing the name of Haman.

This kind of observance gives us a great insight into the Jewish mind. It is precisely his ability to accept life

with a sense of humor that has helped the Jew to survive. This saving humor comes out of the wellsprings of the Jewish character, which affirms life and enables the Jew in every generation to gain a perspective of Jewish history from his contemporary vantage point.

When it can be shown that the anti-Semites of history have hurled themselves in vain at Jewish existence, then it becomes clear that to try to stamp out Jews and Judaism is an act of supreme folly. It is laughable. And Haman has been treated to the supreme insult of being reduced to a biscuit - the Hamantaschen which we polish off in one mouthful.

Young Israel of Co-op City

Traditional Synagogue of Co-op City

Traditional Synagogue of Co-op City, Young Israel of Baychester, Section 5 at 120 Erdman Place(behind the lobby 27B), welcomes you to pray with them.

Tel. for the Synagogue, 1-718-379-6920, or contact Marilyn at 347-449-5005.

Note: New office hours are on Thursday from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. and on Sunday from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m.

Candle lighting on Friday, March 14th is at 6:41 p.m. Shabbat ends today, Saturday, March 15th at 7:41 p.m.

Coming Events: Saturday, March 15th at 9:00 a.m., please join Rabbi Daniel Kronengold and the congregation in prayer. Be part of the Minyon.

NOTE****We will not be having Bingo during February and March.

Saturday, March 15 after services at 7:41, reading of the Megillah will commence. Sunday, March 16, the reading of

the Megillah will begin at 12:00 p.m. and the Purim Luncheon will be at 1:00 p.m.

Thank you, everyone. We are filled to capacity for our Purim Luncheon.

Good and Welfare: Do you need a tree certificate sent “in Honor of” or “in Memory of” a special occasion or a condolence? You can give a living gift for the cost of $15 per tree. For more information, you can call the office at 1-718-3796920. We can accommodate you.

If you are feeling under the weather, we wish you all a speedy and complete recovery in double quick time. Mimi Berlofsky, we wish you a heartfelt get well soon.

Dues for 2014 are due NOW!! Thank you. Wishing all our members health, happiness, peace and prosperity.

Your support is always appreciated.

Thank you. Shalom.

—Miriam Berlofsky return trip, we show a movie.

For reservations, call: Gary (718) 671-8424 or Bruce (718) 320-2234.

(PLEASE NOTE: PICK UP TIMES HAVE CHANGED).

Pick-up stops: Einstein Loop, 8:00 a.m.; Asch Loop, 8:15 a.m.; Dreiser Loop, 8:20 a.m.

Everyone is invited to all our functions. We hope you will join us. Shalom!

—Bruce Gitelson

you know has a son or daughter in a juvenile detention center, please contact Pastor Jenkins. She is personally providing a “Without My Child” Brunch for 20 mothers. Please share this information, being separated from a child for any reason is very difficult.

HOLD THE DATE: May 3, Auditions for the Better Youth Generation Performing Choir for ages 6-18. Children do not need prior experience, but will need to commit, if selected. Each performing child will receive annual college scholarship setasides. The initial choir concert will be held in December.

Remember, it’s never about us but always about the goodness of the Lord.

—Pastor Deborah

Men’s Club Traditional Synagogue

Schedule of Purim Services Purim services will be held at Young Israel on Saturday evening, March 15th at 8:00 p.m., with the chanting of the Megillah (Book of Esther ) by Rabbi Berl.

Services on Sunday morning, March 16th, will begin at 8:00 a.m. with the reading of the Megillah at 8:30. All are

invited to attend.

The holiday of Purim which commemorates the deliverance of the Jewish people throughout the Persian Empire from a plot hatched by Haman, the chief Minister of King Ahasueros to exterminate it - is chronicled in the Biblical Book of Esther.

A happy Purim to all.

The Men’s Club is running a trip to the MOUNT AIRY CASINO in Pennsylvania on MONDAY, May 5.

The COST: $33 per person with a $25 slot and a $10 food voucher. Player may use any machine or table.

I would like to remind you that you need a Government Photo ID card to get your bonus slot play. Payment is due by April 28. We provide a free snack going, play games, and on the

Meeting at 177 Dreiser Loop/Dreiser Community Center, Room 8, 9:30 a.m.

(Sundays).

Church telephone: (718) 644-0951; email: fatwcc@aol.com.

Weekly Worship Experiences: 6:00 p.m., Wednesday Prayer Service 6:30 p.m., Wednesday Bible Study Sunday Morning Worship, 9:30 a.m.

Children’s Church, 9:00 a.m., 2nd through 4th Sundays.

Church Motto: “We are ChristCentered, Family-Focused with Power and Authority.”

Church Mission: To empower, educate and motivate men, women, boys and girls to reach their full potential and live abundant lives through preaching and teaching the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

Come worship with us—where we

honor tradition, but are not bound by it!

PRAYER: I pray for unity within the community, from the Board of Directors, to Marion Scott Realty and the entire Riverbay staff. I pray that there will always be a recognition and high regard for all cooperators and that all will be treated with respect. I pray that cooperators will do the same. I pray that all will galvanize around one single goal, to make our unique community as positive and safe as possible. In Jesus’ name, amen.

AFFINITY STUDY AND PRAYER GROUPS: Pastor Jenkins is leading three unique Bible Study and Prayer Groups specifically designed for families affected by Domestic Violence, HIV/ AIDS, Incarceration/Formerly In-carcerated and Unemployment. These groups

meet once per week independent of each other. God has gifted Pastor Jenkins with an understanding of His Word which not only gives greater understanding to others, but that leads those receiving to deeper relationship with God and greater feeling of self-worth. Call Pastor Jenkins at 718-644-0951 to obtain the group locations which are confidential especially for Domestic Violence victims.

Please join us, February 22 at 3 p.m. in front of the Townhouse Diner for our monthly Prayer Walk. Prayer changes things!

Faith Cafe is our giveback to the community...a hot restaurant-style meal served every 3rd Sunday (March 16) at 12 p.m.

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Rev. Dr. Gladys R. Little, Apostle, and Pastor & Evangelist Vernon Little greet everyone in the name of Jesus, that name which is above every name.

We want you to know that you are welcome in this house of the Lord! It is His house by ownership, it is our house by stewardship and it can be your house by membership; so come on in and join with us. May God bless you in this house!

God so loves us and wants us to know Him that he put evidence of Himself

Pastors Nancy & Angelo Rosario and the membership invite you to worship with us, or please visit any of the many houses of worship in the Co-op City community that are teaching God’s Word. We are located at 127 Dreiser Loop (to the right of the Montefiore Health Clinic). 718-790-9120.

Schedule: Sunday Worship-Spanish 9:30 a.m.; English Worship 1:15 p.m.; Sunday School 11:30 a.m. Monday 9:3011:30 a.m. - prayer/reflections; Wed. Prayer 7-8:30 p.m.

Office hours: Tues./Thurs., 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Ms. Veronica Carreras of Bronx works will be at 159 Dreiser Loop every Thursday from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. and in Rm.

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everywhere we look. In God’s pattern book of nature, we can trace many valuable lessons. Let’s look at scripture to support this. Psalms 19:1-6 says: 1 The heavens declare the glory of God; and the firmament shows his handiwork.

2 Day unto day utters speech, and night unto night reveals knowledge.

3 There is no speech nor language where their voice is not heard.

4 Their line has gone out through all the earth, and their words to the end of

the world. In them He has set a tabernacle for the sun, 5 which is like a bridegroom coming out of his chamber, and rejoices like a strong man to run its race.

6 Its rising is from one end of heaven, and its circuit to the other end; and there is nothing hidden from its heat.

Invitations: Our Sweet Hour of Prayer will be today at 3 p.m. Sunday School is tomorrow at 10 a.m. Our Sunday Morning Worship Service is at 11 a.m. Every 3rd

Church of God’s Children

10, Dreiser, from 2 p.m.-7 p.m. to assist individuals and businesses with enrollment. You can call for an appt. at 646629-3245. Visit our Goodwill Ministry at 163 Dreiser for a free coat and other items. www.rosarioministries.com. For credit restoration services, call 718-3203873. March is Women’s History Month.

We will have speakers every Sunday to speak on the roles of Women in the Bible.

We encourage you to attend and be blessed. Faith Versus Presumption - So she said to Abram, ‘The Lord has kept me from having children. Go, sleep with my maidservant; perhaps I can build a family through her.’ Abram agreed to what Sarah said.” - Genesis 16:2 Presumption is

based on our own reasoning. Abraham and Sarah fell into presumption when they got too old to have children. God had promised a son to Abraham and Sarah - a son who would fulfill His promise to birth a nation. But Abraham and Sarah were past the normal age for childbearing. So, they concluded that God needed help to work out His plan. Many believers make the same mistake every day. We make assumptions about what we believe God is doing and wants us to do. However, before we really have full assurance that God has spoken to us on the matter and revealed His perfect action plan, we move forward with our steps to get it done. How do we protect ourselves from presump-

Sunday following the morning worship, we serve Holy Communion. Please come out and support these services.

If you’re into gospel rap/holy hip-hop, go to www.datpiff.com and download music from Vernon Little free of charge.

He also has videos on YouTube. You will be blessed, encouraged, and inspired.

We are located at 171 Dreiser Loop in Section 1. Our phone #’s are (347) 276-4925 & (718) 671-3627. Jesus loves you, and so do we.

—Apostle Gladys R. Little

tion? The Proverbs tell us that there is safety in a multitude of counselors (see Prov. 11:14 KJV). Submitting our decisions to others for confirmation protects each of us from the deceit of our own heart. This process will protect us from presumption and encourage us to move in faith. The next time you believe God is directing you toward a specific action, consult with your spouse, then some close, spiritual friends who will take the time to prayerfully consider your request.

If you don’t have consensus, wait until you do before you move forward. God will move through this process to His desired will for the matter.

—Bishop Dr. Nancy Rosario

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Church of the Savior

Rev. Dr. Robert A. Smith, Jr., Pastor; Lady Theresa M. Smith, co-founder; Rev. McMillian, Assistant Pastor, and the Church of the Savior family extend an invitation to every person to worship with us. We are a non-denominational, inter-racial, inter-cultural, intergenerational fellowship of believers. We care about you, not your W2. We are not church as usual.

Come as you are, we leave the judging to God. The Church of the Savior family extends love and affirmation to the Co-op City community; A warm welcome awaits you!! A very special invitation to our new neighbors in Co-op City. We love you for who you are, not what you have. Please call us at 718-320-0002 or 917-734-4058 for more information.

Do you want a place that allows you to meet the living God? Do you want to be connected to people who care about you, not what you have on or how much money you make? A special seat and friend awaits you.

Church of the Savior is located at 120 DeKruif Place – street level, (under Building #7 near Dreiser Loop). Take the 38 to Dreiser Loop and DeKruif Pl. Our mailing address is: P.O. Box 86, Bronx, NY 10475.

Sunday Schedule: Meditation and Adult Bible Study: 9:15 -10:15 a.m.

Divine Worship - 10:30 a.m.

Come and be blessed, we want an opportunity to love you. See you in church.

Our children’s Sunday School will teach and nurture your child/children in the word of God. All sessions are during worship service.

Dr. Smith’s Sermon Topic: “Expect the Unexpected.”

Sacred Reading: I Book of Kings 17:1-6 Thought of the Week: “Faith is not in the healing power of God, but in the God who heals.”

Weekly Activities: Bereavement Group is in session Monday evenings at 6 p.m. All sessions are confidential. Every person is treated with respect. Referrals welcome. Never a fee, and is non-sectarian!

Bible Study - Tuesday Bible Study & Prayer begins 1 p.m. Feel free to bring your lunch, a friend, or neighbor. Everyone is welcome!

Thursdays at 10 a.m. - Channel 70, Bronxnet.

Every other Saturday - Food Pantry. For more information in donating or receiving food, please call 718-925-5052. Because of the increase of persons attending our Food Pantry, we are reaching out to the community for assistance. Here’s how you can help: We need non-perishable food. No soda, potato chips,

The Williamsbridge Club of the National Association of Negro Business and Professional Women’s Clubs, Inc. (NANBPWC) is an organization dedicated to community service in the areas of health, employment, education and economic development.

The Adult Club meets at Dreiser Center on the second Friday of every month. Young women 18-35, who are in or preparing for a business/professional career can become members of the Young Adult Club.

You are invited to join the Williamsbridge Club today at its Women’s History Month Program: A Celebration of Women – Women on the Move to Higher Heights, Entrepreneurship and Health and Wealth.

The leaders today will be Ms. Paulette Bailey speaking on “What is

Entrepreneurship?” and Ms. Roz Francis speaking on “Maintaining Wealth through Healthy Eating: Why is it important for Women of the 21st Century? We hope to see you starting at 10:00 a.m.

The upcoming events for the Williamsbridge Club are the regular meeting on April 11 and our CPR Training on April 19. Be on the lookout for more information.

Information concerning the National Association of Negro Business and Professional Women’s Clubs, Inc. (NANBPWC) may be found at www.nanbpwc.org or our mailing address: Williamsbridge Club, P.O. Box 6, Co-op City Station, Bronx, New York 10475.

—Joetta Brown

Williamsbridge Club

Building 27 Association

Hello neighbors. Last month this time, we were snowed in. Looks like spring is on the way, let’s hope so. The association will have its general meeting on Thursday, March 20, at 7 p.m. We are looking forward for our guest speaker, Ms. Lois English, who is Section 5 CSO Manager. Topic of discussion will be the Ground Fault Interrupter (GFI) installations.

Building 27 is scheduled very soon for this installation, and cooperators will be able to ask pertinent questions.

Fundraising Committee: There is a tentative date, Saturday, 6/21, to do a trip to Atlantic City; more information will follow.

Collection of Annual Dues: The dues are $5 per apartment in each building, A, B and C, and the date to collect is Friday, March 28th, 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. We thank you for your contribution in advance.

New Cooperators - You are certainly welcome to attend any events in the community, and keep an eye on the bulletin boards, wherein there are an abundance of information of what is happening in our community, and by all means, read the Co-op Times for information regarding your building association from time to time.

Congratulations to all who are celebrating that special day or occasion, happy birthday to all during the month of March. The association offers our deepest sympathy to Paquita Myke and her family in the loss of her mother. We also extend our sympathy to those who lost a loved one. Our prayers are with the sick and shut in, and for those on the mend.

May we continue to pray for our communities and leaders everywhere that they will do what is right and just for those they serve in the spirit of unity.

—H. Overman

condiments, etc. Please check expiration date on all items. You can drop off your donations at the church, Mondays, 6-8 p.m., Tuesdays, 12:30-3 p.m. or Sunday morning, 9-10 a.m. To arrange special drop off time, call Ms. Weir at 347-375-3837. God bless all our donors.

Upcoming Event: Spring Revival, April 30-May 2.

PRAISE THE LORD! Every person is invited to worship with the Church of the Savior family beginning March 23 at her new home at 920 Baychester Ave. (Darrow Pl). Services: 10:30 a.m. We encourage you to arrive by 10:15.

—Rev. Dr. Robert A. Smith, Jr.

Donizetti Building 4 Association

Meeting: Our meeting on March 12, we had as our guest the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) to give a presentation on Ready New York.

Dues: We are starting our annual building dues collection on Friday, March 21 from 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. of $5 per apartment. I am asking all apartments to contribute, if possible. Thanks.

Easter: We are planning our first building Easter Egg hunt on April 12. Time to be announced. Volunteers are needed. Start the year off by supporting your building’s activities. We need you.

Trip: Come join us; we are sponsoring a bus trip to the Mount Airy Casino on April 19, cost is $37. Plus you get rebate of $25 and $10 for food voucher. We start off being a winner. The bus will leave from 120 Donizetti Place at 9 a.m. sharp! Please be on time. We will have a continental breakfast in our meeting room from 8 a.m. – 8:30 a.m.

Note: There is also transportation from the casino to the Crossing Outlet Mall. For more information, call Yvonne at 718-671-6922, Diane at 347-275-7565 or Mary at 718-671-1754.

Don’t forget, this is our home. If you see something, say something!

—Yvonne Burrus

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HAVE YOU BEEN ARRESTED FOR DRINKING AND DRIVING (DWI)?

Sign up for New York State DMV Approved Jackson Drinking Driver Program at your local DMV or call 1-914-356-0463 or 718-496-7286.

Sign up right away!!

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M & M FLOORS

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Hardwood floors installed - Sanding & Refinishing. Polyurethane, Fabulon & Moisture Cure Finishes. Staining in all colors. Free estimates.

10% Co-op City resident discount. Call (718) 792-0024

www.spoonercleaning.com

(718) 320-5112

Co-op City Resident Specials

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Cleaning Service - Carpet and Upholstery 3/29

Locksmith

FAMILY LOCKSMITH Licensed and Bonded

HIGH SECURITY LOCKS 20% Off Any Lock Job!

Medeco • MultiLock • Wilson

High Quality Labor For a Low Price!

Serving Co-op City for over 25 years.

“When you see me, You’ll know me.”

Call Anytime • Seven Days A Week

Call Mike at: 718-974-1290

Elimin ate Bugs

CO-OP SALES BLINDS! 1-800-479-2667 • Don’t Pay More At Your Local Hardware Store •

We BEAT Any Quote!

Volunteers

All Colors • Vertical • Minis • Woods • 2 in. Regulars • Wash, Tape, Cord Blinds

Call

1-800-479-2667

Decorator

NEW STYLE BLINDS

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Breath Easy

Vertical, Mini, Wood, Pleats

Serving Co-op City for over 25 years

Removal & Re-installation of any types of Blinds Quality work! Lowest Prices in Town!

Repair Closet Doors and much more!

Call Mike at: 718-974-1290

Grout & Carpet Cleaning

— since 1969 —

Computer Consultant, Sales & Repair JB RYAN COMPUTER REPAIR & UPGRADE

• RANGE HOODS • LIGHT FIXTURES • KITCHEN CABINETS • CABINET REFACING • COUNTERTOPS • CUSTOM CLOSET MIRROR DOORS • CUSTOM WALL MIRRORS

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Co-op City Times / March 15, 2014