Co-op City Times 05/21/11

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Vol. 46 No. 21

Saturday, May 21, 2011

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Rev. Calvin Owens emerges as the top vote getter in 2011 Board election

BY BILL STUTTIG

Rev. Calvin E. Owens

Rev. Calvin E. Owens was the big winner in this year’s annual Riverbay Board election, placing first out of 13 candidates running for five seats on the 15-resident Riverbay Board of Directors.

From the beginning of the election tally, it was clear Rev. Owens, the top vote getter with 2,403 votes, was going to win a seat in a race in which a number of candidates jockeyed back and forth before the final unofficial count was called.

“I’m extremely grateful and want to thank everyone who voted for me to continue representing you on the Riverbay Board,” said Rev. Owens. “Now that the heat of the election is behind us, it’s time

Leah Graham

Tony Illis

to work in a positive manner to face the challenges ahead and do what’s best for Co-op City.”

Owens, who will be heading back to the Board for a third consecutive threeyear term, received 130 votes more than his closest competitor, Leah Graham, who came in second with 2,273 votes in the unofficial tally taken Wednesday night after the polls in each building lobby closed at 9 p.m.

“I am honored to have been elected as a Riverbay Board Director,” said Graham. “During my term, I will respectfully represent what is important to shareholders and in their best interest.

Being elected was a team effort and I

Eleanor G. Bailey

would like to thank the Team for Change campaign, Harriet Tubman Independent Democratic Club, and most importantly, the shareholders who participated in this year’s election. I look forward to increase transparency, collaborating with Board Directors and advocating many issues on behalf of the shareholders in Co-op City.”

Based on the results of the unofficial tally, Owens and Graham, each of whom were part of the two major opposing slates in this year’s election, will be joined

by Tony Illis, Eleanor G. Bailey and Daryl Johnson in serving new three year terms on the Riverbay Board of Directors.

After all the votes are re-canvassed and certified by the New York City Board of

Daryl Johnson

Elections on Thursday, May 26th, the top five vote getters will win the five available three year terms on the Board.

Each of the five apparent winners belonged to one of the two major slates facing off against each other throughout this year’s election period which began with the official certification of the thirteen candidates on April 12th and ended with Wednesday’s election. Owens, the top vote getter, and Bailey, were members of the Progress in Motion slate; Graham, Illis and Johnson were members of the Team for Change slate. None of the independent candidates were successful in (Continued on page 2)

Extension of Riverbay’s Bookkeeping window hours continue

BY ROZAAN BOONE Shareholders who work outside of the community and may need to utilize the Finance Department’s Bookkeeping window before leaving for work can continue to stop by at 8 a.m., one hour earlier than normal, during the two busiest days of the month.

The Bookkeeping window, located in the Riverbay administrative reception area in the Bartow Community Center, 2049 Bartow Avenue, will continue to open at 8 a.m., instead of 9 a.m., on the two busiest days of the month for the Finance Department — the 10th of the month which is the last day for shareholders to pay their maintenance charges without the $50 late fee, and the last business day of the month when maintenance charges must be paid before legal action commences and a $200 legal fee is assessed.

Riverbay’s Finance Director, Peter Merola, said: “We are happy to be able to provide the extra hour for the shareholders to remit their payments during the two busiest days of the month. This added service comes at no additional cost to the corporation’s shareholders because the Bookkeeping employees agreed to change

their work schedule to accommodate the extended hours.”

The next extended-hour day for the Bookkeeping window is Tuesday, May 31.

In June, the Bookkeeping window will be open for extended hours on Friday, June 10 and Thursday, June 30. In July, extended hours will take place on Monday, July 11 and Friday, July 29; followed by Wednesday, August 10 and Wednesday, August 31, and Monday, Sept. 12 and Friday, Sept. 30. Extended hours have also been scheduled for Monday, Oct. 10 and Monday, Oct. 31.

Primarily, shareholders pay their monthly carrying charges by placing their payments in one of the three drop boxes located in each community center, but some also pay at the bookkeeping window. Prior to the extended hours being implemented, shareholders waited in the reception area for the window to open at 9 a.m., usually resulting in a crowded waiting room and sometimes with the line stretching out into the corridor.

Many shareholders, including seniors and those who are disabled, have been (Continued on page 5)

Welcome back to an old friend… Carol Felton, better known by many as D.J Carol, was honored on Thursday by Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz, Jr. and Deputy Borough President Aurelia Greene (right) for her decades of providing great music for Bronx senior events. Carol, who has provided the music for hundreds of parties staged in Co-op City over the decades, was making her first public appearance in more than a year as she recovers from an illness. The Borough President fittingly chose his Sock Hop for Bronx seniors presented in Dreiser Center as the occasion to welcome Carol back. The Dreiser Retirees also presented Carol with a bouquet of roses. The staff of DJ Carol Productions, Inc., including her daughter, continues to provide great music for events throughout the area while Carol continues her work towards a full recovery.

Photo by Bill Stuttig

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Unofficial results

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winning board seats.

Illis, who served two consecutive terms on the Board between 2004 and 2010, will likely be returning to the Board after a one year absence due to his defeat in last year’s Board Election. Illis unofficially captured 2,135 votes this year, placing him third.

“I’m very happy the people of Co-op City put their trust in me by electing me to once again represent them on the Board,” said Illis. “I also want to congratulate Leah Graham and Daryl Johnson on their election to the Board. I know they will make a valuable contribution as newly elected Directors.”

Bailey unofficially won her third consecutive term on the Board by capturing 2,104 votes, good enough for a fourth place finish.

“I’d like to thank all those who supported me and worked hard on my reelection,” said Bailey. “I’m planning to work with everyone to make sure that Riverbay con-

tinues and goes forth with our plans for progress and rebuilding of our infrastructure so that all residents can enjoy a better quality of life.”

If the results hold up following next week’s official re-canvas of the vote by the Board of Elections scheduled for May 26th, Johnson will be joining Graham as the two newcomers to the Board. Graham had tried twice before to win a seat while this was Johnson’s first run. Johnson holds on to fifth place, at least until the re-canvass takes place, as well as the tallying of absentee ballots next week, by capturing 2,012 votes.

“I would like to congratulate the Team for Change and to thank everybody for their support,” said Johnson. “Once confirmed, I would like to begin working with all of our cooperators to make Co-op City a better community.”

Incumbent two-term Board Director Manny Torres, for now, apparently just missed winning his third consecutive term

on the Board as he came in sixth place with 1,994 votes, just 18 votes behind Johnson. Should the order of finish hold up following next week’s re-canvass, Torres, by virtue of his sixth place finish, will be in line to be reseated on the Board first should any of the current Board Directors leave for any reason.

One of Torres’ running mates on the Progress in Motion slate, Krystal Serrano, finished just behind him in seventh place with 1,955 votes.

Yolanda Canales Schulman, a member of the Team for Change slate, finished just 16 votes behind Serrano with 1,939 votes, very closely followed by long-time disabled advocate and Team for Change running mate John Rose.

Independent candidate Frank Belcher was unsuccessful in his second try in two consecutive years to win a Board seat, capturing 1,836 votes.

Michelle S. Davy, a former Board Director and part of the Progress in Motion

team, finished 11th with 1,819 votes.

Another former Board Director who ran as an independent this year, Carmen M. Howell, finished 12th with 1,036 votes and Kenneth Mercer, another independent candidate, came in 13th with 962 votes.

The results announced on Wednesday night after the election are the unofficial count from the voting machines, as well as standby ballots used in the election. On Thursday, May 26th, the re-canvassing of the results will take place. At that time, absentee ballots will be factored into the official count before the 2011 election results are certified and the official winners of the election announced.

After the final results are certified, the official results will be posted in the Co-op City Times and then, at the open Board meeting on June 9th, the newly elected Board Directors will be sworn in, seated for the first time, and begin serving their new three-year terms.

Connecticut man arrested for selling explosive materials out of Bay Plaza parking lot Undercover agents from the FBI Joint Terrorism Task Force arrested a Bridgeport, Connecticut man for allegedly selling makeshift explosive devices out of his car while it was parked in the Bay Plaza parking lot, Thursday afternoon.

According to reports, the suspect, identified as Nicholas Lihnier, 37, was attempting to sell to the undercover agents cardboard tubes filled with potassium perchlorate and aluminum with attached pyrotechnic fuses, when he was arrested Thursday afternoon.

As a follow-up, the man’s Bridgeport, Connecticut apartment was searched and a Connecticut state trooper suffered a minor injury during a brief flash of some of the explosive materials found there.

Although authorities believe the devices

could have caused serious harm to someone in the immediate vicinity if ignited, there is no evidence of the suspect being linked to any international or domestic terrorist group, an FBI spokesman told the Associated Press.

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2nd Combing ty Blood p Cinext Co-oDrive Lighting candles for fallen soldiers Co-op City resident Mark Bruh, founder and director of “From the Warfront to the Homefront Foundation Inc.,” a registered charitable organization which attempts to support returning veterans, asks Coop City residents to join others throughout the Tri-State area to light a candle from 7 to 8 p.m. tomorrow, Sunday, May 22nd, to honor the memory of all U.S. servicemen who gave their lives during this nation’s military conflicts over the past 235 years.

Residents can also join others in lighting candles in public spaces like parks and houses of prayer, or in the privacy of their homes.

Next Community Board 10 meeting scheduled The next meeting of Community Board 10 will take place on Thursday, June 16, 7:30 p.m. at the Throggs Neck Senior Center, 2705 Schley Avenue, Bronx, N.Y. 10465.

Community Fair and Caribbean Heritage celebration next month On Sunday, June 26, the Riverbay Fund and the Bronx AmeriCaribbean Chamber of Commerce will present the annual community fair and Caribbean Heritage Month celebration on the Section 5 Greenway.

From 12 p.m. to 6 p.m., there will be food, drinks, entertainment and much more. Everyone is encouraged to mark the date and plan to attend.

For vendor information, please call Riverbay’s Community Relations Office at (718) 320- 3300, Ext. 3532.

No Parking on Rombouts Avenue Sunday There will be No Parking signs on Rombouts Avenue between Co-op City Boulevard and Givan Avenue, Sunday, May 22, for Shredfest.

Shredfest will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Triangle Plaza next to the Municipal Credit Union at Co-op City Boulevard and Rombouts Avenue, where residents can bring their personal papers and have them shredded for free.

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Memorial Day observance planned for May 29th

BY BILL STUTTIG Next Sunday, May 29th, Co-op City residents will honor the memory of those who gave their lives for their country during military conflicts as part of a Memorial Day Ceremony scheduled for 1 p.m. at the community’s Harley J. Moseley Veterans’ Memorial Park on Bartow Avenue.

Each year, Co-op City’s Veterans Memorial Council (consisting of American Legion Post 1871, the American Legion Auxiliary, the Jewish War Veterans, Veterans of Foreign Wars, and the Vietnam Veterans) hosts the community’s annual Memorial Day Ceremony honoring those who served in the many wars of the United States and all those who are currently serving in the military on active duty, in the National Guard or in the Reserves.

Riverbay Board Director and American Legion Post 1871 Finance Director William Gordon will serve as the emcee and speakers will include representatives

of various veteran organizations throughout the community and the Bronx, elected officials, and local residents who recently returned home after serving in Iraq and Afghanistan. Guest speakers will include Co-op City resident Mark Bruh, founder and director of “From the Warfront to the Homefront,” an organization which attempts to support returning veterans.

After the numerous remarks, Amazing Grace will be sung by resident Almira Sessions.

A wreath will be placed at the community’s memorial for local veterans by Post 1871 Executive Officer Kenneth Nelson and Post 1871 Adjutant Silas Stanford. The laying of the wreath will be followed by a gun salute by the American Legion Honor Guard comprised of Charles Lirio, Wilson Sepulveda, Norman Thomas, and Llewelyn Waterman. Two Public Safety officers, who are also veterans, will then lower the flag to half mast.

Other highlights of the day include The

Star of the Sea Cadets, under the command of Col. Joseph Ronda, performing marching and precision drills.

There will be an informal reception after the ceremony where light refreshments will be served by members of the American Legion Auxiliary of Post 1871.

Charles Lirio, a chief organizer of the event for the Co-op City Veterans Memorial Council, said: “Co-op City’s annual Memorial Day observance has been a great tradition in the community for many years. I would like to encourage as many residents as possible to attend and help pay respect to those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedoms.”

The day is sponsored by Riverbay Corporation, in association with Compare Foods, Emigrant Savings Bank, Con Edison, Ridgewood Savings Bank, Bravo and Section 5 Pizza.

For more information, contact the Veterans Memorial Council at (917) 7344186.

Truman Principal wins Partnership Award from PENCIL while NAACP honors Truman teacher Two of Truman High School’s distinguished long-time educators – Principal Sana Nasser and teacher Michael Stevens – were each presented distinct honors last week from separate organizations for their dedicated and innovative service to the students of the Coop City-based high school.

Truman Principal, Sana Q. Nasser, was awarded the partnership award from the PENCIL organization at a gala that took place at Cipriani’s in Manhattan. The gala also featured a cooking demonstration from Truman’s successful culinary students.

PENCIL, an organization that connects principals with corporate leaders in order to improve New York City schools, honored Principal Nasser for her outstanding work with her PENCIL partners, Charles Bendit, CEO of Taconic Investments, and a member of the New York State Board of Regents, and Paul Neuman of Neuman Caterers, both of whom have been instrumental in further developing Truman’s successful theme-based academies.

“Through my PENCIL partnership, I have grown to see my role as not only a principal, but as a CEO,” stated Principal Nasser.

“Regent Bendit and Mr. Neuman have been two of our biggest supporters, and we are most grateful for the work that they do with our students because it has brought us to new heights of success.”

Truman students Michael Gonzalez, Lealy Irizarry, Brandi Soloman, Nyaisha Lee, Shenell Campbell, and Jonathan Harrington, shone at the event with a cooking demonstration in front of more than 800 guests. Lealy Irizarry, a senior who will be studying culinary arts at Monroe

College in the fall, said: “It was exciting, and we are always so honored to share the skills we have learned from Chefs Chase and Brylski. We are very grateful to Mr. Neuman for his support.”

PENCIL recognizes the success of Truman’s academies, where students take courses in one of the four following areas, in addition to their core course work: Media, Law & Legal Studies, Culinary Arts, or Preengineering. Statistics show that students enrolled in these academies perform better in their classes and have higher attendance rates—a feature of Truman that has kept it in the news for the last four years.

“Great things are always happening at Truman, and we are honored that the public, particularly organizations like PENCIL, recognize it,” said Principal Nasser.

Truman High School has also announced that Mr. Michael Stevens, a teacher for nearly 10 years, was recognized by the NAACP’s Williamsbridge branch for being an outstanding educator. On Saturday, May 7th, Mr. Stevens was awarded this prestigious honor at Maestro’s Caterers in the Bronx; the event honored outstanding African-American educators and support staff in District 11. Mr. Stevens has taught in Truman’s social studies department for the last eight years, and he is also a dean.

“We are extremely proud of Mr. Stevens’ accomplishments both as a dean and as an educator,” stated Principal Sana Q. Nasser.

“He has served the Truman community for many years, and he continues to be an integral part of our students’ success.”

“Mr. Stevens has dedicated himself to keeping our school safe and fair,” said

Assistant Principal of Security, Deana Blake.

“Mr. Stevens—through peer mediation and conflict management—has helped us to build a positive environment in which all students are safe and encouraged to learn.”

Mr. Stevens, who is popular among both faculty and students, was honored to receive the award.

“It is a privilege to be recognized by my colleagues at Truman and by such a tremendous organization that I so highly respect,” Stevens said.

As Truman heads towards the end of the year, Mr. Stevens is busy helping his students prepare for the United States History Regents examination, but he and the Truman faculty were excited to take time away from the books to celebrate his many accomplishments.

“We know how dedicated Michael Stevens is to the Truman community, and we were thrilled to share this moment with him,” said Principal Nasser.

Harry S Truman High School is committed to excellence by offering a variety of programs that build success in academics, the arts, and athletics. Truman’s administrators, faculty, and staff believe that scholastic success and extracurricular activities will prepare students to become well-rounded and productive adults beyond their high school years. While many large neighborhood schools have been replaced with smaller schools, Truman has remained intact, serving more than 2,200 students. Truman’s success is attributed to its specialized programs and academically rigorous curriculum across the content areas.

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Building 19 Association By the time this article is printed, the Riverbay Board of Directors election for 2011 would have been completed and the five elected board directors announced. Even so, once again, I would like to thank our wonderful committee team for putting together an enlightening forum for our members to get to know the candidates’ viewpoints on their solution to various issues posed. I am optimistic that the forum positively

influenced the electoral outcome. A most acknowledged ‘thank you’ to the seven candidates who accepted our invitation by attending this most informative and constructive forum.

The Association’s committee team is currently working on our annual Father’s Day celebration. Watch out for flyers with the details to celebrate the occasion.

The Association sends their prayers to our friend,

Camilla Davis, for a successful rehabilitation after knee surgery. We also continue to pray for all of our members and their families who are ill for a speedy recovery. Congratulations to all the 2011 graduates, with prayers of a bright future. Please submit your announcements for publication to our email account: bldg19assoc@gmail.com.

—C ha r lot te C odr in gt on

Building 31 Association We would like to thank all of you who attended the general meeting held on Mon., May 9th. Those of us in attendance were seeking additional information about the window replacement program from Tindel Window Co. Unfortunately, their representative was unable to attend and Mr. Hedgepeth shared with us what information he obtained from them anticipating your questions.

Scaffolding has been put up around the A side and we must now wait for further notice from Riverbay as to what we need to do next.

We also discussed a pending situation regarding our

Building 33 Association The Building Association is happy to announce the bus ride to Sugar House Casino in Philadelphia on Saturday, June 25 is sold out. We thank all of you who bought your tickets early.

The NYPD, through the Community Affairs Division, is once again offering a FREE SUMMER CAMP PROGRAM for our youth, ages 10 to 16. The program for the Bronx is Truman High School. This is a wonderful program offered right in our own backyard, one that is a great asset to our youth. I have a few applications on hand.

Contact me at 718-320-1861, Ms. Bonaparte, Apt. 13B. Applications will be accepted up to Friday, June 24 only.

The Association is planning a flea market and cake sale on a Saturday in May or June, date to be announced. We are asking all of our bakers in the building to participate.

The collection of articles such as clothing, appliances in good working condition, shoes, toys, etc. can be brought down to the meeting room. Please call first.

The Association extends their deepest sympathy and prayers to the families in the building who have lost their loved ones. To notify the association of illness or bereavement, contact Marguerite Snead at 718-6711812. Get well wishes go out to the sick and the shut-ins.

— Patricia Bonaparte

Cooperators United At our next General Membership Meeting on Tuesday, May 24, at 7:00 p.m. in Bartow, Room 31, our discussion will center on Building, Grounds and Management issues.

Congratulations to everyone who is celebrating a special day this month. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all who are sick, lost relatives/friends and are shut-in and to our troops.

Have a happy and safe Memorial Day weekend.

We can be reached at MLSAH@aol.com.

—Sonja Maxwell

American Legion Auxiliary 1871 Our next meeting is May 26, 11 a.m. sharp. Please be on time!

The next county meeting is Wednesday, June 1st, 7 p.m. at the Throggs Neck Memorial Post, 1456 Shore Drive.

Our trip on Thursday, August 18th to Hunterdon Hills Playhouse is still open. We have seats. An unforgettable day of music. Come and join us. Donation: $85.

Veterans’ Day Gala at Royal Manor is November 11th. Tickets are $85. Veterans’ Day is everyday not just in November.

Contact the office for more information, (718) 3201946, or Deloris, (718) 617-1672.

meeting room, which is the request for a sink and cabinets.

We were told by Riverbay they would give us one, however, after many years of promising they would provide us with a sink, now we have to purchase it ourselves. It was put to those in attendance asking for suggestions to raise money for this project. We will keep everyone updated regarding this as we continue to try to upgrade our room.

We have received one application for our 2011 scholar-

ship and we will announce the name at our next meeting.

Don’t forget the knitting and crochet circle on Tuesdays.

Game night also waiting for you. Please join them in the fun. Look for the posted flyers regarding the dates.

Our 50/50 winning ticket was held by Sylvia from the A side and the door prize winner from the B side was Margo.

—Marilyn McDaniel

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Bookkeeping taking advantage of the extended hours which also results in a crowded waiting room. To help reduce waiting times, Riverbay’s management implemented a ticketing system whereby shareholders waiting for a turn at the Bookkeeping window, upon entrance to the Riverbay reception area, take a number and can then wait in another room down the hall until their number is called over the intercom and they are asked to report to the reception area for service at the Bookkeeping window.

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Generally, five to six shareholders are called at a time so as not to overcrowd the reception area and create a safety concern.

“It has become apparent to us that the crowds which usually fill the reception area on these two days of the month when the Bookkeeping window is open for extended hours is not a healthy one,” Riverbay’s General Manager Vernon Cooper told the Co-op City Times. “In addition to making it difficult for staff personnel to access the Administrative

office, it also presents a potential fire hazard, and a safety concern. As a result, we’ve taken steps to move some of the shareholders to another room where they can sit and wait more comfortably until they are ready to be seen at the window.

This will also eliminate shareholders standing and waiting in the hallway which also prevents the free flow of pedestrian traffic through the building.”

In addition to shareholders paying their carrying charges at the bookkeeping window, or dropping them in the boxes in

each of the three community centers, carrying charges can also be dropped off at New York Community Bank branch located inside of the Pathmark store in the Bay Plaza shopping mall.

Riverbay does not accept cash; all payments must be made by personal check, bank check or money order. Shareholders should also write their account number and/or building and apartment numbers on any payment to Riverbay and return it along with the stub portion of their bill to ensure proper processing.

a resident apartment. There were no injuries and the area was checked with negative results.

May 8, opposite 120 Aldrich Street A complainant reported his car was broken into and several items were removed.

Public Safety Blotter: May 8-May 14 May 14, 177 Dreiser Loop A disorderly male attempting to enter a private party was arrested and charged with disorderly conduct. A check revealed he was wanted on an outstanding warrant.

The man was remanded to Bronx Central Booking to answer the warrant.

May 14, 4120 Hutchinson River Parkway East A male walking in this area was approached by another male who then punched him and removed his cell phone without permission or authority. A search for the suspect was conducted with negative results.

May 13, 2049 Asch Loop The NY Public Library received an

anonymous bomb threat. The area was evacuated and a search produced negative results.

May 13, 2049 Bartow Avenue A male complainant reported that he was attacked and robbed by six unknown males who removed property from him. He received minor injuries in the assault. The area was canvassed with negative results.

May 11, 750 Baychester Avenue A male reported to CCPD that he was jumped by 3 males who proceeded to rob him. A canvass was conducted with negative results.

May 11, 100 Benchley Place A delivery person reported that he was approached by two males with a gun. He dropped the order and was able to flee into

Lost - Pink and Black Purse J’Nai is a heartbroken little girl who lost a pink and black purse containing a DS computer game with sentimental pictures inside. It was lost on May 9 on the #30 bus or in the Dreiser Loop area. Reward if returned, (718) 379-2571.

—Maybell Jenkins

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All that glitters...

To t h e E d it or : In 2004, management was praised for its new loan and that it would do the community good in fixing up what we needed to get done. But since then, work is not finished, bridge loan, used up reserves, change orders, molded bathrooms, talk of privatization, etc. Now mention of new loan is in order. Could this be that we are looking at being at the mercy of the bank for 30 years, another jack-up in carrying charges, and who knows, if we do get a loan, more of contractors overcharging for work and more change orders?

Why do we continue to talk of privatization on apartments that have issues, a market where real estate is suffering

badly with forclosures. These apartments are not worth $300,000-$200,000, and in an unstable market where we would stand to lose tax abatement, STAR relief, even possibly pay taxes on sale of our apartments and lose 1/3 to Riverbay.

You will be responsible for selling your apartment, meaning using real estate brokers and losing more. To sell and make up revenue lost to going private, lots of families will have to sell to get revenue, and it was mentioned at the last major meeting, if I recall correctly, in 2008, that this was a bad idea. You will not be here for the new Co-op City. You will be priced out. I believe only greed is involved in this matter. This is not being

Co-op City Times done for the best interest of Co-op City, but for someone to make major profit on getting us to privatize. Just ask the folks of the Fordham coops how that turned out. If the first loan did not finish the job, what makes you think this new loan will?

Don’t you remember the cost overruns after the first loan was made? Balloon loan comes to balloon cost overruns, balloon overpayments. Maybe this is a way to raise carrying charges to market rent rates and force you out. What do you think a balloon loan will do? Think about that.

On a side note, City News is not news, it’s sensationalism.

—Da vid Sa n q ich e

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I M P O RTANT NOT I C E T O AL L C O O P E R AT O R S O N C O NVE C T O R C L E ANI NG F O R T H E UP C O M I NG AI R C O NDI T I O NI NG SE ASO N I NST RUC T I O NS ON C L E ANI NG C O NVE C T O R UNI T S Please Read These Instructions Carefully. They may help prevent water leaks within your apartment.

Cooperators are urged to check their convectors prior to the air-conditioning season.

If cooperators follow the procedures recommended below, the number of malfunctioning convector units can be greatly reduced.

C lea n in g P r oced u r e: 1. Make sure all switches are turned off before cleaning the convector.

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

3. Do not remove Styrofoam trays unless replacing the old one with a new one.

4. Make sure the drain from the drip pan and drip tray is not clogged. Test by pouring one quart of hot water into the long tray. If the water does not go down the drain, or the drain becomes clogged, immediately contact the appropriate Cooperator Services Offices listed below.

5. Fan coils (that row of thin metal sheets inside the convector) should not be cleaned or vacuumed during air cooling season. Never use a sharp object, such as a knife or a screwdriver, to clean the fan coil.

6. Filters can be cleaned at anytime. During the winter, filters may be vacuumed and washed; during the summer, they should not be washed.

7. To replace the cover, place it flat against the convector, lift it up one (1) inch, and let it drop into position.

8. If there is a leak, a pot or towel should be placed under the convector until the unit is serviced.

9. Senior and disabled Cooperators who are unable to check their convectors can call their CSO and a Riverbay staff member will be sent to check for clogged or malfunctioning drains and convectors.

C oop er a t or Ser vices O ffices: CSO 1 (Bldgs. 1-14, Carver, Debs and Defoe Pl. Townhouses) Maintenance Service, Dreiser Center, Rm. 6; (718) 320-3300, and follow the prompts.

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

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

Deborah Harris Editorial Assistant 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.

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Public Safety Report

CCPD offers Robbery Prevention Tips

BY LIEUTENANT PAM APOLLO The Co-op City Department of Public Safety urges residents to be vigilant at all times to avoid becoming the victim of a robbery. Now that warmer weather is upon us, people may find themselves going out of the house more frequently.

All cooperators need to pay attention to their surroundings to decrease their chances of becoming a robbery victim.

Be alert to any persons loitering near banks or cash machines. Be alert to persons who follow you from a bank or cash machine. Avoid using cash machines at night. If you must use a cash machine at night, choose a well lit location which you are familiar with. Also, use caution when using a drive up cash machine, be sure your car doors are locked. Consider doing banking errands with a friend or family member. Try to avoid days such as the first or the fifteenth of the month when many people receive checks.

Always walk confidently and with a purpose. Wearing practical shoes or sneakers is a good idea when conducting errands which include banking or carry-

ing of cash. Proper footwear makes it easier to speed up at the first sign of danger.

Wearing headphones with the volume turned up high makes it difficult for you to stay in touch with your surroundings.

Before you enter your vehicle or building, be sure no one is lurking about.

If someone suspicious is observed near your vehicle, do not enter, call 9-1-1 and the Department of Public Safety at (718) 671-3050. Do not permit strangers to enter your building behind you. Persons intent to commit crimes often attempt to enter the building behind a resident who has unlocked the door; do not give them that opportunity. Not holding the door may seem rude, but can keep a robber from entering your building. This will help to insure the safety of your family and other residents of the building.

To minimize the impact of all crimes involving theft of property from your person, keep your keys, money, identification and cell phone in your front pocket, separate from your non-valuables. Also consider an inside the clothing travel type wallet for your personal items and valu-

ables. A pocket with a zipper or button is ideal for this purpose. If carrying valuables and personal documents in your purse, place them inside of a container such as a mint case, which does not look like a wallet. Keep less important items with a token amount of cash, this way the criminal will think he scored big.

Remember, property can always be replaced; your safety is the most important thing. If someone does try to rob you despite your precautions, do not resist, especially if the person is armed with a weapon of any type. Try to remember as many details of the crime, as well as a description of the perpetrator. Notify police immediately if you have been the victim of a crime.

Remember school is open, DRIVE CAREFULLY. Never pass a stopped school bus with a STOP sign displayed or its red lights flashing. This means children are loading or unloading. Be aware of pedestrians and bike riders when operating a motor vehicle. Bike riders must refrain from riding bicycles near buildings and shopping centers. Bicycle riders must give pedestrians the same level of respect that

they expect from motor vehicles. Everyone needs to share the road safely.

Never operate a motor vehicle if you have consumed alcoholic beverages or are tired. Designate a driver before you begin your holiday festivities. Always buckle your seatbelt; it will save your life in a serious collision. Avoid distractions and excess speed when driving; these are the two leading causes of collisions within New York State.

Always remember, if you see something, say something. If you see suspicious persons in the garage or lurking near parked vehicles on the street, an auto crime could be taking place, an auto crime could be ready to happen, notify the authorities.

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 Department of Public Safety would like to thank all persons who have called in suspicious activity or sent information via our website. It is by your actions that the crime rate remains low and a high quality of life is maintained.

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Black Forum Defensive Driving Our defensive driving course will be back on Saturday, June 18, Rm. 1, Dreiser Community Center, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Call today to register, 718-320-8035. Please mail check in the amount of $35 to P.O. Box 563, Bronx, N.Y. 10475. All money must be received at least one week prior to the class. No personal checks will be accepted on the day of the class, only cash.

Black Forum Aerobics in session Aerobics classes have begun. Classes are held every Monday and Wednesday, Dreiser, Aud. A, 7:30 p.m. To register, please call us at (718) 320-8035. There is a nominal fee for each of these classes.

Advanced Aerobics classes

This is an advanced aerobics class for men and women which will begin soon.

This is not for the light hearted, but for those who are serious about getting in shape.

Activities include exercise, health awareness classes and open discussions. Einstein and Dreiser Community Centers. Call to register today, (718) 320-8035, or email us at coopcityblackforum@gmail.com. Other classes being formed are Tai Chi, Salsa, Belly Dancing and Children’s dance classes. Sign up today.

Black Forum’s Lyons Mane Track Club Try-outs are ongoing Mondays and Wednesdays, Dreiser Auditorium. A small fee is required for participation. For further

Building 24 Association Hi, neighbors! Well, I make promises I can’t seem to keep. Due to an illness which required me to be under medication, I request that you let me recover and I will keep my promise to continue to give recognition to others who made our Cake Sale a success. IN THE MEANTIME, I hope you exercised your right to vote for the continuity of leadership here where we live. If you didn’t vote, when you feel used

or not heard, you only have yourself to blame. Even if who you wanted did not win, you still have to let your voice be heard.

O.K. Happy birthday to May neighbors; Get well wishes to the ill; and prayers for those who lost a loved one.

Remember, be happy, be healthy and continue to practice to be neighborly. (Smile.)

— Celestine Withey

information, please call (718) 320-8035.

Emergency Food Program - New Hours & Days We are now open on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 11 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. in 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.

New email address The Black Forum has a new email address, coopcityblackforum@gmail.com.

For membership applications, inquiries or to join the Black Forum, you may call anytime and leave a message or email us.

We Need You - Join Us Today Now is the time for us to get involved.

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. Don’t wait until it’s too late. Everyone is encouraged to join. Call us or visit us in Room 20 in the Dreiser Community Center.

Building 12 Association At our next General Membership meeting, Wednesday, May 25, 7:30 p.m., Activity Room, our guest speaker will be Noel Ellison, CSO, Dreiser.

If you see something, say something.

Call 9-1-1 and Riverbay Security at 718671-3050.

Our thoughts and prayers go out to all who are sick, shut-in and have lost rela-

tives/friends and to our Troops.

The best to everyone celebrating a special day this month. Congratulations to the Soto family on their new granddaughter. Everyone, have a safe and happy Memorial Day weekend.

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African-American Association Congratulations to the winners of the 2011 Riverbay Board of Directors elections. We trust that they will serve the Co-op City community with integrity and dedication.

P r e-Fa t h er ’s Da y Affa ir – Celebrate Father’s Day at the fabulous Ms. Gloria Lynne Concert on June 18th, 7:30 p.m. Discounted tickets are available. Call 646-267-1521 or 718-671-5957.

The following are programs sponsored by the association and you are encouraged to participate: Sch ola r sh ip Awa r d s – The association is offering scholarships to two high school seniors. The submission deadline is May 30th. Applications may be obtained by calling 718-379-5555.

Yoga & P ila t es M a t C la sses – Tuesdays and Thursdays, 7:00 p.m., Dreiser Center, Room 2. This class consists of exercises to promote weight loss, tone and strengthen muscles, gently stretch the spine, improve posture and flexibility while reducing stress with breathing techniques and meditation to create a sense of well being.

Call 718-671-8364.

Belly Da n ce C la sses – Mondays at 7:00 p.m., Dreiser

Center, Room 2. This is a fun and healthy way to stay in shape. The fee: $15 per class or 5 classes @ for $65; plus $15 membership. Call 646-281-4570.

Bu siness O pp or t u n it y Wor k sh op - Wednesdays, 7:00 p.m., Dreiser Center, Room 2. 646-721-8185.

C om pu t er C la sses – Learn all there is to know about Microsoft Word, the Internet, E-mail, Facebook, Skype, and much more. Bring your laptop and $5. Members get one FREE class. The next class: Monday, May 23, 7:00 p.m., Dreiser Center, Room 15. Call 718-379-5555.

C u b Scou t s P a ck – The next Pack meeting is Thursday, June 2nd, 6:30 p.m., Dreiser Center, Room 4.

Boys from ages 6-11 years old are welcome to join. A trip to Dorney Park is being planned. Call 718-379-5555.

E d u c a t ion – The Communiversity of AfricanCentered Education will meet on Tuesday, June 14th, 7:00 p.m., Dreiser Center, Room 15 to discuss classical African history that is essential for the survival of people of color. There will be an introduction to the language of Kiswahili. The group is led by Brother Kaba Hiawatha Kamene. Call 718-379-5555.

J ob /E n t r ep r eneu r ia l P r ogr a m - Our mission is to help anyone who wants to work and is seeking a job. The next meeting: Thursday, June 2nd, 7:00 p.m., Dreiser Center, Room 15. Call 718-320-1424.

C om mu n it y Ser vice – If you are a student seeking community service credit, call us at 718-379-5555.

Gen er a l M em b er sh ip M eet in g – The Association thanks everyone who attended last Saturday’s meeting. The food was delicious and the music enjoyable. We will entertain more nominations, and elections will be held for new officers, at our next general membership meeting on Saturday, June 11th, 4 p.m. in Dreiser Center, Room 15.

We always welcome new members. You can join or renew your membership at any time. If you cannot attend a meeting, you may send your check or money order (DO NOT MAIL CASH) of $7.50 for a single membership and $12.50 for families (thru August 31st) to: AfricanAmerican Association of Co-op City, P.O. Box 702, Co-op City Station, Bronx, NY 10475. Your membership helps to support this organization that sustains our community.

—F r a n cin e R eva J on es

National Council of Negro Women Book Club next meeting will be on Saturday, May 28, at 3:30 p.m. at Barnes & Noble. We will be discussing “Perfect Peace” by Daniel Black.

This is the last book selection that we have made!

Please bring your suggestions for future books to our meeting on May 28th. Please come out! The Book Club cannot continue without your support!

37th Annual Bethune Recognition program is today,

Saturday, 12 p.m., at the Garden City Hotel, 45 Seventh Street, Garden City, L.I. We solicit your support of our vital programs that impact the lives of women, children and families across the USA and Africa.

The Theatre Group is going to see “By the Way Meet Vera Stark,” written by Lynn Nottage and directed by Jo Bonney, Sunday, May 22 at Second Stage Theatre.

E F FE C T I VE I M E DI AT E LY!!! The official mailing

address for the National Headquarters is 633 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20004. Please refrain from forwarding any mail (correspondence, reports, membership dues and fees, donations and contribution, etc.) to the P.O. Boxes because they are officially closed.

Please contact Sadie Gilmore, 718-671-3721, to notify us of birthdays, illness or bereavement.

Happy birthday, May members. —M a xin e Su lliva n

Building 13 Association Our next general membership meeting will be on Thursday, May 26, at 7 p.m. at the back of the building (voting room). Our guest speaker will be Chief Apollo, Chief of Riverbay Public Safety.

Building 13 Association is committed to a ‘Zero Tolerance’ for graffiti. We ask you not to participate in it, not encourage it, and to report it to Riverbay.

W r it in g Wor kshop —Wednesday, May 25th: Youth 6:15 p.m. - 7:00 p.m., and Adults - 7:45 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Come and share your thoughts on various topics writing prose or poetry.

OP E N M I C Night F un d r a iser – Entertainment tentatively scheduled for June 4. Event to be filmed for viewing on Bronxnet. So get your poetry, prose and raps together and register for the event on any of the workshop dates listed above.

Wom en Keep in g I t R ea l-R ela t ion sh ip s: Date to be announced. Conversation on relationships with women of all ages. ALL WELCOME, yes you can bring guests. You

Jewish War Veterans Post 500 On Sunday, May 29th, at 1 p.m., Co-op City will be holding its Memorial Day Ceremony.

Co-op City Post 500, on May 29th, at 10 a.m., will have a pre-ceremony breakfast meeting at the Town House Restaurant on Dreiser Loop. Members are invited to bring their wives or another guest to join us at this meeting.

Afterwards, at about 12:30 p.m., we will reassemble at the Harley J. Mosley Veterans’ Memorial Park to participate, along with the other Co-op City Veterans organizations, in this year’s Memorial Day Ceremonies.

We would like to see many Post 500 veterans and their guests attend these observances.

Birthday greetings to Allen H. Davis, Dr. Gregory —M a r vin Wa r m Gang, and Sydney Goldman.

Co-op City Department of Public Safety (718) 671-3050 • www.ccpd.us If you SEE something, SAY something!

must be 18 and older to participate. For information on any events contact: Leslie Peterson, 718-320-1370, or Gail Sharbaan, 718-671-3801.

We remind Building 13 Association drivers/passengers that SEAT BELTS SAVE LIVES. Always buckle up - “It is not an option, it is the law.”

Please avoid texting while driving.

Remember to observe speed limit and STOP for yellow school bus with lashing red lights.

Ob ey t he followin g q ua lity-of-life r egu la t ions: a) NO DOG is allowed in the apartment.

b) NO LOITERING in the lobby and on the stairways. c) NO SELLING in the lobby. Period. d) NO VANDALIZING the stairs and the elevators.

Unannounced police sweeps are conducted day and night to enforce these rules.

Report any criminal activities to Riverbay Public Safety at (718) 320-3050, and/or the 45th Precinct at (718) 8225411. For all NYC non-emergency inquiries, call 3-1-1.

For traffic updates, call 5-1-1.

“If you see something, say something.”

—O lub iyi Seh ind em i (M r. B)

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Coalition of African-American Churches & Community Organizations The Coalition of African-American Churches & Community Organizations of Co-op City, Inc.’s next general membership meeting will be on Tuesday, June 7, at 7 p.m., 177 Dreiser Community Center, Room 15. There will be a guest speaker.

C E L E BR AT I NG G L O R I A LYNNE I N C O NC E RT: Co-hosted by the African -American Association. From her very first album entitled “Miss Gloria Lynne,” she never dreamed her future would hold a consecutive string of hit singles that would lead to more than 50 albums. Miss Lynne’s amazing song book which includes “I Wish You Love,” “I’m glad There is you,” “He Needs Me” and “I Thought About You” has etched a place for her in American musical history. Doing what she

does best, Gloria Lynne is a premier songstress known for her rich tone and regal manner and on Saturday, June 18, at 7:30 p.m., “Celebrating Legends in Music” will honor Miss Lynne and in return, she will perform in concert.

The much talked about June event will be co-hosted by the African-American Association of Co-op City and will take place at the Hostos Theater in Hostos College, located on 450 Grand Concourse, Bronx, NY 10451 between 144th and 149th Streets. For tickets or more information, call 1-646-667-1234, 718-671-5957 or 646267-1521.

Please inform the Coalition of any suggestions that you may have. Patricia Bonaparte is the President of the Coalition.

Phone number, 1-718-320-1861.

The Coalition is a non-profit organization dedicated to maintaining and improving the quality of life of cooperators and 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. Members of the Coalition include the following: African-American Association; Co-op City Baptist Church; Faith @ Work Christian Church; Harriet Tubman Independent Democratic Club; NAACP, Co-op City Branch; Retirees of Dreiser Loop; St. Joseph Episcopal Church, and Zodiacs Track Club.

Please support our efforts by sending us your tax deductible contribution, made

payable to: Coalition of African-American Churches & Community Organizations of Co-op City, Inc., Post Office Box 619, Bronx, N.Y. 10475. Churches and organizations that desire to join the Coalition may apply for membership by either writing or calling (718) 320-1861 or (718) 671-5957 for a membership application which should be returned with a letter on your church/organization’s stationery and signed by the minister/president.

Read Coalition’s weekly column for information about events and issues.

Remember the Coalition motto is: “Coming Together is a Beginning, Keeping Together is Progress, Working Together is Success.”

—H a r m a n T. L ea cock

Donizetti Building 4 Association Our last meeting was held on May 12…WHERE WERE YOU? We had an open forum where the cooperatives discussed things happening in and around our community. The opened topics included information discussed at various other meetings I attended within Co-op City.

Attend the next meeting scheduled for June 9th at 7:30 p.m. in Building 4B meeting room to get a review of this information and new information/updates.

A special thanks is extended to Pearl Vaval for her generous time and services in providing some our cooperatives with a Mary Kay makeover for Mother’s Day. The following information is in response to those who have inquired as to when our game days (originally scheduled on Wednesdays) will start up again.

“Game Day” will resume Wednesday, June 2nd from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. and continue every first Wednesday thereafter.

Please come down and join us for games, refreshments and good conversation with your neighbors.

Applications are still available for high school seniors who are or have graduated this 2011 and are interested in qualifying for a $500 college scholarship. For more information, call Diane Windley (Scholarship Chairperson) at 347-2757565 or Yvonne Burrus (Building President) at 718-671-6922 for application

or more information.

Congratulations to all our 2011 high school and college graduates. Please continue to check in on our handicapped, elderly, sick and shut-in neighbors. School is almost ending, resulting in more children playing outside; so be cautious and more alert when driving.

Remember, this is our home…IF YOU SEE SOMETHING, SAY SOMETHING. —Yvon ne Bur r u s

Dogs are not allowed on Co-op City premises

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Retirees of Dreiser Loop AT T E NT I ON! Completed applications must be returned to Clubroom 19 by May 31. The scholarship applications are available in Clubroom 19 for high school students graduating in June 2011. To be eligible, the student must be the child, grandchild or great-grandchild of a member whose financial status is current.

NOT I C E ! The RETIREES’ Annual Luncheon will be held at Marina Del Rey on Wednesday, June 15 – from 12 – 5 p.m.

Donation: $75. (See Beverly Waller or Ida Morton for your tickets). Transportation will be available on first come, first served basis.

The RETIREES have selected two organizations, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and the Disabled American Veterans, to receive our annual charitable contributions. We are asking all members to donate as generously

as possible to The Humanitarian Committee.

T R AVE L AC T I VI T I E S: Make a connection as we travel to: Dover, DE and Crab Feast – Aug. 911th. 3 days, 2 nights at the DOVER DOWNS HOTEL & CASINO; 2 breakfasts; 2 dinners, including an ALL you can eat Crab Feast and shopping at Rehoboth Outlet Stores. Price: $409 double and $499 single. Contact Beverly James at 718-3790377 or Dolores Shivers; $100 trip deposit required.

Biloxi, MS – Aug. 27–Sept. (9 days).

Price: $750 double and $1020 single.

The trip includes 8 nights lodging with 4 consecutive nights at a casino hotel on the Mississippi Gulf Coast, 14 meals: 8 breakfasts and 6 dinners, guided tour of Bay St. Louis, admission to NASA’S Stennis Space Center and much more.

Contact Eleanora Jones at 718-671-5707 or Harriet Ford at 718-379-0377. All checks payable to RETIREES OF DREISER LOOP.) Refunds for the Cape Cod Trip will be mailed shortly.

T H E AT R E C O M M I T T E E (prices include transportation): Come with us to see the following shows at *Lehman Center which start at 8:00 p.m. The van will leave from Dreiser Loop at 6:45 p.m.

Sa t., M a y 21st , J oh nn y M a t h is, Price - $82.

Sat., June 25th, Michael Jackson Tribute, Price - $52.

Sat., July 16th**, Spirit NY Cruise, Luncheon, Price - $65.

50% deposit required for all theatre tickets. Committee members in Clubroom 19 on Thursdays after 3 p.m. (718-379-

0377).

G OO D AND W E L FAR E : We send get well wishes to Gladys Williams, who is recuperating at home and to Ynes King who is in Kings Harbor Rehab Center. Our heartfelt condolences to the family of Elizabeth Vaughn who sadly passed away on Sat., May 14th. We support all of our members on the mend and send warm and bright wishes for a speedy recovery, and a subsequent long and healthy life. Contact Elinor Gordon at 718-379-0377 regarding illnesses and bereavements.

RETIREES (old and new) and friends, our Clubroom 19 (718-379-0377) is available for your weekday socializing pleasure. Come…join the fun.

H elp wa n t ed : Volu n t eer p a r t -t im e va n d r iver s.

—C la u d et t e Da vis

St. Joseph’s Anglican Episcopal Church Fr. Taylor and the congregation of St. Joseph’s invite you to worship with us at 155 Dreiser Loop, (lower level) here in Co-op City; telephone: (718) 320-0844.

Week ly Sch ed u le Sunday: Service 9 a.m.

Sunday School 9 a.m.

Wednesday: Bible study 7 p.m.

Thursday: Choir rehearsal 7 p.m.

Friday: Youth group 4-6 p.m.

Young adults, 6:30 - 9 p.m.

Every 4th Sunday, the Sunday School children lead the service and every 5th Sunday, the young adults lead.

Thanks to all who helped make our

luncheon a success. CONGRATULATIONS to the winners of our raffle: 1st prize to M. Yenefee; 2nd prize to R. Phillips and 3rd prize to M. Nelons.

Upcoming Events: June 26th: Confirmation and reception of new members.

July 9th: Deluxe bus transportation to

Duck Walk Vineyard in Montauk, L.I. Donation, $85. Trip includes lunch at Gurney’s Inn, wine tasting and tour of the facility. Please contact the church at (718) 320-0844 for reservations.

The Lord is my Shepherd; I shall not be in want.

—D. Singleton & M. Chambers

The deadline for submitting club articles is Mondays at 3 p.m.

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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, interracial, 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!! 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.

Sund a y Mor n ing Schedu le: Adult Bible Study – 9:15 a.m.

Divine Worship 10:30 a.m.

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

Weekly Act ivit y – Church of the Savior worship at 10:30 a.m. Come and be blessed. We want an opportunity to love you. See you in church.

Each Thursday at 10:00 a.m., Channel 70, Bronxnet. Tune in and be blessed. If this program has lifted you, please let us know. Dr. Smith can be contacted at

718-320-0002. If you prefer to drop a personal note: P.O. Box 86, Bronx, NY 10475 is our mailing address.

Bereavement Support Group meets Monday evenings at 7:00 p.m. Are you grieving the loss of a loved one?

Come, our arms and hearts are open to you. God bless you!

“I was hungry and you fed me.” Church of the Savior is reaching out to individuals and families who need nutritious food. Our food pantry, coordinated by First Lady Theresa Smith is just a phone call away. For more information in donating or receiving food, please call her at 718-925-5052.

Thou ght of the Week: “Growth means change and change involves risk, stepping from the known to the unknown.”

—Rev. Dr. R ob er t A. Sm ith

Circle of Christ Church - Hearts of Love Ministry of NY Reverend Elisamuel “Sam” Colon and the Congregation of Circle of Christ Church would like to extend an invitation of love and peace in the name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Please join us for a time of adoring worship, praise and the Word of God. Allow the Lord to reach into your heart and help you see the road of light and joy.

Circle of Christ Church is a beacon which the Lord has lit onto Co-op City and it is our purpose as a church and as children of God to serve, teach and bring forth the Gospel for all to hear and witness.

F OC US SC R I P T UR E F O R T H E W E E K : [The Lord] heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds. —Psalm 147:3 (NIV) ANNO UNC E M E NT S: Friday, May 27th @ 7 p.m. – “Broken Chains”: Youth Ministry – Young people 13 thru 21 are encouraged to join us in Worship, the Word and Fellowship. This is a service that is run by young people for young people.

Saturday, June 4th @ 12 p.m. – “Heart Seekers” Ministry: Christian Single’s Fellowship Please join other single people for a time of fellowship and sharing.

Sunday, June 5th @ 11 a.m. – Communion Service: All are welcomed at the Lord’s Table.

Sch ed u le of Ser vice: Sundays: Worship Service** 11 a.m. start ** First Sunday of each month is our Communion Service.

Children’s Church (4-12 years old) 12 a.m. start (Dreiser, Rm. #2) Little Lambs (2–4 years old) 12 a.m. start (Dreiser, Rm. #2) Wednesdays: Spanish Bible Study Please contact church for time & location.

Worship, Prayer, & Bible Study 7 p.m. start Fridays: Teen Church 7 p.m.–9 p.m.

Children’s Church 7 p.m.–9 p.m.

F Y I:

You can now see portions of our services and worship on our website www.circleofchristchurch.org, Facebook, Youtube and Bronxnet Cable, Channel #70, Saturdays at 4 p.m.

You can submit your prayer request online at prayer@circleofchristchurch.org or give your request to an usher during Friday or Sunday services.

Circle of Christ Church helps support missions in Peru, Colombia, Puerto Rico, Mexico, Bronx and Africa. Join us in our goal to expand God’s work throughout the world.

Please make all donations to Circle of Christ Church – memo Missions.

P lea se m a il a ll you r in q u ir ies or d on a t ion s t o t h e followin g a d d r e s s: Circle of Christ Church, 147 Dreiser Loop, Plaza level, Bronx, NY 10475; 347-9451992.

Em a il: admin@circleofchristchurch.org.

Website: www.circleofchristchurch.org.

—E ld er J a y R a m os

Evangelical Church of Co-op City – UMC Open Doors, Open Hearts and Open Minds C om e & Visit Us – We welcome you to God’s House – Your House – One Family in Christ. We are a congregation with spirit-filled worship, offering a variety of opportunities for spiritual growth, fellowship and service to God and our community. We are a multi-ethnic, multicultural and bilingual congregation and all are welcome.

Services are at the church at 2350 Palmer Avenue, across the street from Building 30. Parking is available. Visit our website at www.co-opcityumchurch.org.

Su n d a y Ser vices – The first Sunday of the month is a bilingual service with communion at 10 a.m. Every other Sunday, the services are as follows: English Service at 9 a.m. and the Spanish Service at 11:30 a.m. There are Bible studies in English and Spanish at 10:30 a.m. We also have a children’s service during the English service.

Neos P r ogr a m s – The teens, tweens and children’s programs every Friday night at 8 p.m. at the church, ages 5 & up. We also have for girls & boys liturgical dancing, ages 5 to 12, 8 p.m. on Fridays. Every last Friday night is pizza and movie night at 8 p.m. at the church.

C r escen d o C h r ist ia n M u sic Sch ool: Learn piano, guitar, percussion, voice and theory. Contact Maestro Frank Colon at (917) 753-3644. The school will be open from Monday – Thursday, 2 p.m. – 8 p.m. Private and group lessons are available. Earlier lessons can be arranged. All ages welcome. Registration is free and rates are affordable.

Aft er Sch ool P r ogr a m – In Room 43 of Einstein Community Center is a safe environment, where children can do homework, learn God’s word and just have some fun, please call (718) 671-1033.

L a n ca st er, Pa . t r ip – We are going to Lancaster on September 30 to October 1. The trip will consist of shopping at Rockville Square Outlets, Dutch Apple Dinner Theater to see “ I Love a Piano,” staying at the Heritage Hotel, breakfast at the hotel and going to Bird-in-Hand Farmers’ Markets and luncheon at Shady Maple

Smorgasbord. Travel by deluxe coach. Cost is $237 per person, double occupancy, $295 single occupancy, $229 for triple occupancy, $165, children 13 to 18, and $133, children 12 and under. Children must have 2 adults in the

room in order to get the double occupancy rate. Call Barbara at (347) 603-7473 to find out more and make your reservation. If no answer, please leave a message.

R ev. Dr. M ilca Alva r ez-P la u d —R

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Community Protestant Church 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 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. – 7:30 a.m. and 9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m.

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

Fellowship, “Life on God’s Terms” - Every Friday

(except 4th Friday) 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

OTHER SCHEDULED EVENTS: Tomorrow, Sunday, May 22nd at 3:30 p.m. – Observance of All Clubs Day at CPC. Theme: “Joining Together in the same Mind and in the Same Judgment.”

Our guest preacher will be Rev. Henry Bolden, Pastor, Greater Eternal Baptist Church, Bronx, NY. Wednesday, June 1st – Friday, June 3rd starting at 7:30 p.m. Join us for A SPRING REVIVAL at CPC. Sunday, June 12th, 11:00 a.m. – Annual observance of WOMEN’S DAY. Theme: “Unique Women Serving An Awesome God.” Sunday, June 26th, at 11:00 a.m. – Observance of Youth Day. Wednesday, July 20 - Friday, July 22 – Delaware Delight and More Getaway sponsored by the Shepherd’s Ministry. Tour includes deluxe accommodations at the

Dover Hotel & Casino; a day in Atlantic City; shopping spree; Crabfeast at the Old Mill Crab House; buffet dinner at Dover Downs; 2 breakfasts; baggage handling and transportation. Cost per person: $395/double; $495/single.

For additional information and/or reservations, call (718) 994-5761 or (718) 652-2906.

Saturday, September 17th, 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. at Dreiser Auditorium B, the Missionary Ministry presents a RED CARPET FASHION SHOW AND BRUNCH, featuring the fashions of Dressed to A “T” by Theresa Ferguson. Tickets: $40. For additional information and to purchase tickets, call (718) 379-8514, (718) 671-6922, (718) 671-0425 or (718) 671-6122.

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, E va n G . M it chell join in and receive your blessing.

—E

Co-op City Baptist Church Rev. Dr. Sheldon E. Williams and the Co-op City Baptist Church family invite you to join us tomorrow, for worship service at 8:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. Sunday School for children and adults is held at 9:30 a.m. All are invited to attend.

Bible study is held every Wednesday at 1:00 p.m. and at 7:30 p.m. Bible study will also be held on Wednesday, May 18 at 5 p.m. Prayer Service is held on Fridays at noon and at 7:30 p.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.

Mid-week worship is held on Wednesdays at 12 p.m.

All are invited to attend for a mid- week spiritual pick-up.

TO M O R R OW, SUNDAY, May 22, the Praise Dance Ministry will have an anniversary celebration at the 11 a.m. service. The guest speaker is Rev. Christella Watts, Associate Minister at the Thessalonica Worship Center, located here in the Bronx. All are invited to attend.

On Saturday, June 4 at 9 a.m., you are cordially invited to the First Lady’s Ministry annual breakfast to be held in the Community Center, Room 45. The guest speaker will be Rev. Shon Adkins, Pastor of Antioch Baptist Church in Harlem, NY. The theme for the day is

“You Are Never Alone,” Hebrews 13:5. Adult donation is $15, children, 6-12 years old, is $5 and children under 5 years of age are free. Call 718-862-9243, 718-379-1064 or the church at 718-320-3774 for reservations or additional information.

Rev. Dr. Williams has a radio show on WMCA 570 AM every Friday at 1:30 p.m. Rev. Dr. Williams is the author of Principle Centered Living: 9 Reasons To Maintain Your Values in a Pressure Filled World and Founder of SEW Universal, Inc. Visit his websites: www.Principle CenteredLiving.com or www.RevDr SheldonEWilliams.com.

—H a t t ie L . L u ca s

Church of the New Vision Pastor Anne L. Palmore and the congregation of the Church of the New Vision extend a warm and friendly invitation to everyone to worship with us every Sunday at 8:00 am. or 11:00 a.m. We are a church where inspirational messages from the Word of God, the Bible, are delivered every Sunday morning.

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 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. followed by Bible Teaching from 8:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Be with us to learn the truth from the Word of God. L ist of P r ogr a m s a nd E vent s: 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 evening of the month at 6:00 p.m.

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

Seniors’ Ministry meet first Wednesday of the month at 11:00 a.m.

Texting While Driving Increases Your Risk of an Accident by 27%!

Midday Bible Study meets every Tuesday afternoon from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m.

Church of the New Vision Cruise will set sail once again on Aug. 20 thru Aug. 27 aboard the “Norwegian Jewel” leaving from New York to the beautiful ports of Orlando, (Port Canaveral), Great Stirrup Cay (Pvt. Island) and Nassau Bahamas. For additional information, please contact Sis. Sadie James at (718) 652-8943 or Sis. Marquetta Walker at (718) 671-8746.

Come join New Vision’s “Partners in Reading

Program” every Sunday afternoon from 1:40 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Students in Grades 1 through 8 discover the joy of reading while exploring and improving their literacy levels through small groups and reading partners. Parents, we encourage you to bring your children to benefit from this free program, taught by trained professionals.

The Church of the New Vision is located at 135 Einstein Loop, Room #33, Bronx, NY 10475; Telephone: (718) 671-8746 or (718) 320-0409.

—C a r ole H a q u e

Family Owned and Operated • Large Chapel on premises

• Pre-need counseling

• Ample Parking on premises

• Out of town services

• Casket Showroom on premises

• Cremations

Personalized & Professional Care

A dignified funeral every family can afford.

All areas are handicapped accessible

Worldwide Shipping including Caribbean, Africa & South America

718-231-7647 Call 24 Hours

Fax: 718-231-7665 www.mccalls.net • director@mccalls.net 4035 Bronxwood Avenue, Bronx, N.Y.

Serving all cultures & faiths

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Mon., May 23

Bartow Library 9:30-1pm, Rm. 31

Library 9:30-1pm, Rm. 49 Dominos 10 a.m., Rm. 45

Bingo 11:00 in Rm. 31 Dominos 2pm, Rm. 25 Word Games 9:30 – 11:30, Rm. 31 Card Games 2– 4 pm, Rm. 25

Tues., May 24

Einstein

Current Events 10 a.m., Rm. 31 Bingo 10:00 in Rm. 31 Beginner’s Self Defense 9 a.m., Rm. 31 Advanced Self Defense 10 a.m., Rm. 31 Dominos 2:30 p.m., Rm. 25 Word Games 9:30 –11:30 a.m., Rm. 31 Card Games 2:30-4 p.m. Rm. 25

Around the Lunch Table 11:30 in Rm. 49

Wed., May 25

Mon., May 23

Library, Exercise, Chat Session, Rm. 7, 9:30 – 1:00

Walking & Exercise w/Ms. Gaskill 2 – 4 p.m.

Mind Teasers – 12-1 pm Rm. 7

Line Dancing, Rm. 45

Afternoon Movie 2-4 pm, Rm. 7

Dominos 10:00 in Rm. 49 Tai Chi 11:00 in Rm. 45 Bingo 1:00 in Rm. 49 Matinee Movie w/George Rm. 49, 2-4 p.m.

Dominos 10 a.m., Rm. 45

Library, Exercise, Chat Session, Rm. 7, 9:30 – 10:30 Alert & Alive 10:30, Rm. 7 Mixed Cultural dance 10:30 in Aud. A Mind Teasers 12-1 p.m., Rm. 7 Beginner’s Self Defense 1-2 p.m., Aud. A Tuesday Movie w/popcorn 2-4 pm, Rm. 7 Library, Exercise, Chat session, Rm. 7, 9:30 – 1 p.m.

Garden Club 10:00 a.m., Rm. 7

Word Games 9:30–1:30 p.m., Rm. 31

Spelling Bee 10 a.m., Rm. 49

Bingo 2 p.m. in Rm. 25

Spanish Practice Class 10:30 in Computer lab

Tai Chi 11:00 a.m., Rm. 2

Bingo 1:00 in Rm. 49

Mind Teasers 12-1 p.m. Rm. 7

Blood Pressure 1st & 3rd 9-10 a.m., Rm. 31

Chat session 9:30 a.m. – 1 p.m., Rm. 31 Dominos 2:30 p.m., Rm. 25 Word Games 9:30 -11:30, Rm. 31

Dominos 10 a.m., Rm. 45 Stay Well Exercise 10-11, Rm. 45 Spelling Bee 11 a.m., Rm. 49

Bingo 2 p.m. in Rm. 25 Bingo 1:00 in Rm. 49 Card Games p.m., Rm. 25

Sewing w/Raymonde 9:30-11:30, Rm. 7

Art 1-4 p.m., Rm. 7

Library 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., Rm. 31

Thurs., May 26

Crochet & Knitting 9am, Rm. 7

Bingo 1:00 in Rm. 49

Card Games 2-4 p.m., Rm. 25

Fri., May 27

Date:

Stay Well Exercise 10:00 in Rm. 2

Stay Well Exercise 10 a.m., Rm. 31 Dominos 2:30 p.m., Rm. 25

Dreiser

2:30-4

Library, Exercise, Chat session, Rm. 7, 9:30 – 1 Blood Pressure 1st & 3rd Thursday 10-11:30, Rm. 7 Line Dancing 10:00 a.m. Aud. A Mind Teasers 12-1 p.m., Rm. 7 Drama Rm. 7, 1:30–4 p.m.

Belly Dancing 12:30 p.m., Aud. A Handi-Flex 1 p.m., Aud. A

“Movie Madness” 9:30 a.m., Rm. 31

Dominos 10 a.m., Rm. 45

Crochet & Knitting 9:00 in Rm. 2

Spelling Bee 11 a.m., Rm. 31

Art 10:00 in Rm. 45

Day at the Movies w/ popcorn 10 a.m., Rm. 7

Self Defense 10 a.m., Rm. 45

Meditative Moments 11:00 in Rm. 8

Bingo 1:00 p.m. in Rm. 49

Mind Teasers 12-1 p.m., Rm. 7

Card Games Rm. 49 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.

Whist Card Game/ Scrabble 2-4 pm, Rm. 7

Dominos 2:30 p.m., Rm. 31 Word Games 9:30 – 11:30 a.m., Rm. 31 Bingo 2 p.m. in Rm. 25 Card Games 2-4 p.m., Rm. 25

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

*Schedule subject to change without notice*

We ask that members please call their center at least one day in advance to register for lunch.

WEEKLY TRIPS DATES

WEEKLY TRIPS

PRICE

PICK UP TIMES

1st Monday: 1st & 3rd Mondays: Fridays Tuesdays

Stew Leonards Super Wal-Mart Swimming Bowling

$5 $12 $3 $10

Bartow 1 p.m.

9 a.m.

1 p.m.

11 a.m.

Dreiser 1:15 p.m.

9:15 a.m.

1:15 p.m.

11:30 a.m.

Einstein 1:30 p.m.

9:30 a.m.

1:30 p.m.

11:15 a.m.

To register for trips and classes, please call: (718) 320-2066 Monday – Friday: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Funded by: The NYC Department for the Aging, The NYS Office for the Aging and Riverbay Corporation

Tues., May 24

Kosher

Non-Kosher

Orange/pineapple juice Chicken cacciatore Turkey drumsticks Spaghetti Yam Green beans Green beans Apple juice Taco Beef burger Rice Peas and corn Lettuce/tomato/carrots Tossed salad

Soups, Breads and Desserts Whole wheat bread Apple

Rye bread Nectarine

Wed., May 25

Pineapple juice Rosemary chicken Brown rice Broccoli florets

Chicken salad Macaroni salad Cucumber salad

Whole wheat bread Banana

Thurs., May 26

Meatballs Spaghetti Mixed vegetables

Pot roast Homemade gravy Mashed potatoes Broccoli florets

Whole wheat bread Orange

Fri., May 27

Orange juice Baked salmon w/honey mustard sauce Orzo Spinach

Pollack fish Lo mein Collard greens Mexican corn

Whole wheat bread Diced pears

All meals served w/margarine and fresh milk *Menu subject to change without notice. We ask that members please call their center at least one day in advance to register for lunch:

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

Upcoming Events/Trips E F F E C T I VE I M M E DI AT E LY DO O R TO DOO R DROP O FFS FO R SHO PPI NG T RI PS ONLY. A DAY AT TH E SPA-J ONES’ SPA, Middletown Road, Bronx, New York-Monday, May 23rd; $110 per person, $20 non-refundable reservation deposit due April 21st, balance due May 3rd. Includes: mini facial, paraffin hand treatment, _ hour body massage, light lunch and round-trip transportation.

Pick-ups: Bartow, 9:00 a.m.; Dreiser, 9:15 a.m. and Einstein, 9:30 a.m. DROP O FF AT ASC H LO OP I N FRONT OF LI BRARY, DR EISE R LO OP AND EI NSTE IN LOO P ONLY. E MP I RE C I TY C ASI NO-Wednesday, May 25-$3. Trip includes transportation, 4 hours at casino, $10 food coupon. Pick-ups: Bartow, 10:00 a.m.; Dreiser, 10:15 a.m. and Einstein, 10:30 a.m. DROP O FF AT ASCH LO OP I N FRONT OF LI BR ARY, DR EISER L OOP AND EI NSTE IN L OOP O NLY. SOL D O UT. J AZ Z I N H AR L E M-Dwyer Cultural Center, 123rd Street, Friday, May 27th; $10.

Price includes transportation/boxed lunch, admission to show and art gallery viewings.

Pick-ups: Bartow, 10:30 a.m.; Dreiser, 10:45 a.m. and Einstein, 11:00 a.m. DROP OFF AT ASC H LO OP I N FRONT OF LI BRARY, DR EISE R LO OP AND EI NSTE IN LOO P ONLY. SO LD O UT. E MP I RE C I TY C ASI NO-Wednesday, June 1st, June 15th June 22nd and June 29th $3. PLEASE NOTE TIME CHANGE OF PICK-UP. Trip includes transportation, 4 hours at casino, $10 food coupon. Pick-ups: Einstein, 10:00 a.m.; Bartow, 10:15 a.m. and Dreiser, 10:30 a.m. DROP OFF AT ASCH LO OP I N FRO NT OF L IBR ARY, DREI SER LOO P AND EI NST EIN LO OP O NLY. Car egiver Suppor t Gr oup (Do You Need Suppor t For An Older Per son?

A Caregiver Support Group can offer an atmosphere of understanding and support for caregivers to discuss issues and problems.

Whether you care for a loved one from a distance or in your home, you are most welcome.

The group meets every other Tuesday at: 2049 Bartow Avenue, Room 31 from 1-2 p.m. The next session is Tuesday, May 31st. The support group is facilitated by a social worker. If you have any questions, please contact JASA at: 718-320-2066. NO M EET INGS I N J UNE. W E I G H T M ANAG E M E NT SUPPORT GRO UP. Come join the weight management support group to learn techniques and information that can help you maintain a healthy lifestyle.

Monday, June 13, 2049 Bartow Avenue, Room 25, for 8 weeks. To register, call 718-3202066.

DI SABI L I T Y SUP PO RT /SO C I AL I ZATIO N G ROUP HAS RESUM ED. First Friday of every month – Room 25.

The next meeting for the Diabetic Group is scheduled for Monday, May 23.

DI ABE TE S W E LL NESS WO R K SHO PS. Free Diabetes Wellness Workshops will be held at 177 Dreiser Loop, starting May 3rd – June 7th, Room 7, 2:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. For further information or to sign up, please call Rosella Stone, JASA Senior Center, 2049 Bartow Avenue, 718-320-2066, Ext. 2003.

AL L J ASA C E NT E R S W I L L BE CLO SED ON MO NDAY, M AY 30.

Sen ior C en t er F ield Tr ip P er m ission Slip – Effective immediately, all senior center participants will be required to fill out a Senior Center Field Trip Permission Slip before going on any JASA senior center trips. If you are paying for someone to go on the trip, you must make sure that they bring the form with them on the day of the trip. All forms must be filled.

Blood Pressure screenings Trained volunteers are providing FREE blood pressure screenings to the 60+ community conveniently located at all three of the Co-op City Community Centers.

All you need is to become a member by simply filling out a short application form available at any of the local centers.

L O C AT I O NS & SC H E DUL E : 135 Einstein Loop, Room 45, every 2nd & 4th Friday at 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.; 177 Dreiser Loop, Room 7, every 1st & 3rd Thursday at 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.; and 2049 Bartow Avenue, Room 31, every 1st & 3rd Wednesday at 9 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.

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WEEKLY SCHEDULE BUILDING & TOWNHOUSES ASSOCIATIONS Cooperator’s United: “Meeting” Tues., 5/24; 7:00 pm (Bartow Room #31) Broun Place Townhouse Association: “Meeting” Thurs., 5/26; 7:00 pm (Bartow Room #28)

EDUCATION African American Association: “Business Education Classes” Wed., 5/25; 6:00 pm (Dreiser Room #2)

HOBBIES African American Association: “Belly Dance Class” Mon., 5/23; 7:00 pm (Dreiser Room #2) “Yoga & Pilates” Tues., 5/24; & Thurs., 5/26; 7:00 pm (Dreiser Room #2)

Co-op City Duplicate Bridge Club: “Bridge Training Class” Wed., 5/25; 4:00 pm (Dreiser Room #9) “Bridge Game” Wed., 5/25; 6:00 pm (Dreiser Room #9)

POLITICAL Working Families of Co-op City: “Meeting” Tues., 5/24; 7:00 pm (Einstein Room #38) Eleanor Roosevelt Democratic Club: “Meeting” Thurs., 5/26; 7:00 pm (Bartow Room #31)

RELIGIOUS Deeper Life Church: Tues., 5/24; 7:00 pm (Dreiser Room #1) Church of the New Vision: “Bible Studies” Sun., 5/29; 9:30 am (Einstein Room #38) Faith @ Work Christian Church: Thurs., 5/26; 5:30 pm and Sun., 5/29; 8:00 am (Dreiser Room #8)

Iglesia Cristiana Marcos 16:15: Sun., 5/29; 10:00 am (Einstein Rm #35) Harvest Restoration Ministries: “Bible Study” Wed., 5/25; 7:00 pm (Dreiser Room #10), “Church Service” Sun., 5/29; 10:00 am (Dreiser Room #10)

Mt. Calvary Baptist Church: Thurs., 5/26; 5:30 pm (Dreiser Room #9) Circle of Christ: “Children’s Bible Study” Sun., 5/29; 10:00 am (Dreiser Room #2)

SENIORS JASA Senior Services: “Luncheon” Mon-Fri., 5/9-5/27; 8:00 am (Bartow Room #31)

SERVICE & CIVIC Weight Watchers Nutrition Program: Tues., 5/24; “Meeting Time” 6:00 pm (Dreiser Room #4)

Baychester Library Events VISIT THE LIBRARY - A GREAT WEALTH OF INFORMATION

AARP Chapter #4997 FYI: The message is simple: Don’t harm Medicare or Social Security. Right now, Congress is considering making a deal to pay the nation’s bills (or in Washingtonspeak, raise the debt ceiling) that could include reduced Medicare benefits and millions left without secure healthcare.

Congress needs to understand that Medicare protects real people. It is not simply numbers on a balance sheet – and they need to hear that people like you are against drastic cuts to Medicare and Social Security. Congress needs to cut wasteful spending, not the earned benefits seniors rely on. But right now, Congress is considering deals to pay our nation’s bills that could 1) hurt today’s retirees and future generations by dramatically increasing their healthcare costs; 2) threaten seniors’ access to affordable doctors and hospitals and 3) deny older Americans access to nursing home care and services that help them live in their homes and communities. Congress must understand that Medicare is more than just a line in the budget – it provides health security that millions of Americans depend on each year. Don’t let Congress put the health of older Americans at risk. Now is the time to make sure your member of Congress knows where you stand in this fight.

Heartfelt condolences to the family of our member, Elizabeth Vaughn, who passed away last week.

FYI-2: 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.

2011 TOUR COM M ITT EE AC TI VI TI ES RE M INDE R: You don’t have to be a member of Peachtree Chapter to attend any of the trips — so, come and go with us…let’s have fun together…Also, final payment is due for ALL trips at the June meeting.

July 21 (Thurs.) – 4-hour stay at the “new” & “exciting” Sugar House Casino (PA) – w/a 3-course luncheon aboard the Moshula Historic Ship; casino bonus (to be announced) – $87/person — contact Daisy, 718-671-3241/Wini.

Aug. 23 (Tues.) – Boston Harbor Cruise; includes roundtrip motor coach; scenic 2hour Harbor Cruise (aboard the beautiful Odyssey); elegant served 3-course luncheon; and musical entertainment – WAITING LIST NOW AVAILABLE — $90/person – contact Delores, 718-379-2176/Wini.

Oct. 17-18 – Rocking Horse Resort Fall Foliage – overnight stay; 3 meals; resort activities; Monticello Raceway/Casino on return trip home — $199/double & $249/ single — $50 deposit due with registration – balance due by Sept. meeting – contact Jean, 718-379-3742/Wini. —Delor es Debna m

Einstein Cancer Fund We have made arrangements for Mt. Airy Casino on Tuesday, June 14. Cost per person $30 and you will receive a $30 slot play and a food voucher of $10. Time of pick-up is 8:30 a.m. starting at Einstein Loop, followed

by Asch Loop and Dreiser Loop. As always, please bring a valid photo I.D. At this time, we are working on the arrangements for our Annual Raffle

Luncheon for this coming month of Sept. 17.

Details of the luncheon such as cost, entrée choices and time will be in future articles.

For the above trip, please call Mildred at (718) 320-0288; Loretta (718) 671-2958 or Lydia at (718) 671-3005. Please call Loretta for memorial cards.

Our prayers of good health and healings —Lydia R ua s are wished to everyone.

Handicapped Adults Association

UPCOMING EVENTS Free Computer Classes Introduction to Microsoft Word, Pre-requisite: Mouse and Keyboard Skills, Thursday, May 26, 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Pre-registration required, please drop in to register; Class size is limited to 8; All classes are one session only; All classes are hands on.

The Annual Book Sale - Saturday, June 4. Contributions of books in good condition are welcome from the community. Starting now, bring your books to the library at the Bartow Shopping Center. We can use regular fiction, romance novels, science fiction, cooking and health-related materials, as well as children and teen books. No magazines or encyclopedias, please! We thank you in advance for your participation and look forward to a successful book sale to help our community library with its programs and activities.

VAN: The van is available Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday on a limited basis. We will take your reservation, but with no guarantees against cancellation.

Time of operation is 9:30 a.m.; return by 2:00 p.m.

DUE S: To our members who have not paid 2011 dues, please do so before August 1. For failure to pay your dues, you will be taken off our membership list.

F L EA M AR KE T: There are greeting cards, 25¢ each; canes, $5 each, jewelry;

soft covered books 5 for $1; hard covered books are 50¢ each; CDs, music in Spanish and English, $1 each. New items arrive daily. Come into the office and look around.

We are open from 9 a.m. until 11:30 a.m.

M E E T I NG : Our next meeting is Friday, June 10, 11:00 a.m. in Dreiser Loop Community Center, Room #1.

Pennies, pennies, please bring them to the office. Welcome home to Dorothy Beale from the nursing home.

—Ar len e R od r iqu ez

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Come and hang out in the library’s community room: Bring a snack, talk to friends, play games.

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Friday, June 10, 2011: DOO-WOP LIVES - Garfield, N.J. Includes: Roundtrip Transportation, Luncheon, Stage Show, Dancing to Live Band; $75.00 per person Tuesday, June 14, 2011: AMISH COUNTRY, Lancaster, PA Includes: Family Style Smorgasbord Luncheon, Sight-Seeing Tour of Lancaster, Bird-in-Hand Farmers Market; $75 pp/$45 children (3-7)

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Co-op City Branch of the NAACP Tomorrow, May 22nd, 3 p.m. in Building 31A, 100 Erskine Place, is this month’s meeting of the Co-op City Branch of the NAACP. You are invited to be part of the continuing efforts to support Co-op City and appreciate the positives about living in this corner of the Bronx plus having your special branch of the NAACP. For questions about this branch of the NAACP, please call 718-671-7856.

Upcoming fun events include a Square Dance. What a great opportunity to break out; have a chance to do something new right here. Bring a partner with you to the Co-op City Branch of the NAACP Square Dance. The date is Friday, June 24th, 7 – 9:30 p.m., Dreiser Loop Auditorium A. Get ready to Do-si-do over to Dreiser Loop Auditorium A. Tickets are just $20 per adult or $10 for children, 12 and under. Refreshments will be on sale.

Contact Eleanor Donnley, 718-379-1297, for reservations and ticket purchase.

Additionally, till June 30, our Co-op City Branch of the NAACP is in full-swing with another fundraising campaign: hosting a stay-at-home tea. Thus far, it has been a very successful effort as the quiet determination of members to forge ahead peacefully and make the NAACP stronger is exemplified. If you have received the invitation to participate, we hope you will use it and support the NAACP.

Participation guarantees your name will be entered in the drawing for one of three prizes to be awarded at the end of the campaign.

Bronx Week has been underway and tomorrow will be celebrated along Mosholu Parkway. It should be a great day. Many of our cooperators came from that neighborhood. There is more on Bronx Week in local newspapers and on the internet. Yesterday, was the anniversary of the May 15 founding in 1911 of Kappa Alpha Psi, one of the nation’s leading Black fraternities. It was founded on May 15, 1911 on the campus of Indiana University by 10 young men led by Elder W. Diggs and Byron K. Armstrong.

Pretty soon, summer will be here. This is the time to prepare our children and teens for situations and to sign them up for a program or prepare a schedule to help them stay focused and safe. Visit the newly redesigned website: http://action.naacp.org/ and attend tomorrow’s meeting. Remember NAACP membership comes to students for $15 and adults $30 with the respected quarterly, “The Crisis” coming as an additional resource.

Join online, just indicate this branch as your choice. The Co-op City Branch of the NAACP hopes for the good health of all our friends and neighbors. This press release is submitted with the approval of President Jeannette Graves.

—Eva Lazaar

Goose Island Seniors Wednesday, May 25, Bingo game in Room 39 at 1:30 p.m. Admission, $2 for members only and guest. Refreshments served.

Sunday, May 29, NO BINGO IN OBSERVING MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND. All centers will be closed May 30 for Memorial Day. Tuesday, May 31, going to At1antic City Showboat Casino. Price is $30.

Rebate is $30 slot play. Pick-up time is 8 a.m. at our three usual bus stops: Einstein Center, Asch Loop (back of library).

Always bring your pictured I.D. card.

Thursday, July 14, a trip to PLATZL BRAUHAUS, N.Y. A day in the country.

Price is $57 (fifty-seven dollars). Menu-Continental breakfast, lunch is sausage and peppers, franks, hamburgers/French fries.

All salads, corn on cob, watermelon. Then at 4 p.m., we go to the dining room for a

delicious dinner. Roast beef, roast chicken, potatoes, and vegetables. If you desire to have salmon, it’s $2 extra. Coffee-tea.

Wednesday, Oct. 19, Going to VILLA ROMA for Octoberfest. Price is $55 (fiftyfive). Luncheon menu - fruit cup, soup, sauerbraten with potato pancakes, turkey with stuffing, bratwurst with German potato salad. Served with red cabbage. Dessert of black forest cake or apple strudel.

Coffee - tea.

Our garage sale was Thursday, May 19.

I would like to thank all the members and friends who came to visit us.

To Dorothy Beale, welcome home. We all wish you a speedy recovery.

For more information, call Ann or Mary at 718-379-9613 or come to Room 39 at 135 Einstein Center, 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. or call Mary - in evening, 718-379-4899.

—Mary Pilla

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Men’s Club Traditional Synagogue I would like to remind everyone that the Traditional Synagogue of Co-op City has MOVED to a new location in Section 5.

The new address is 120 Erdman Place, Building 27B. The Men’s Club will be running a trip to the MOUNT AIRY CASINO in Pennsylvania on Monday, June 6.

C O ST: $28 per person with a $30 slot and a $10 food voucher. Player may use any machine or table. Remember, you need a government photo ID card to get your bonus slot play. This is the lowest price currently being offered in Co-op

City.

We provide a free snack going, play games, and on the return trip, we show a movie..

For r eser va t ion s, ca ll: Marty, (718) 671-7809; Gary, (718) 671-8424; Bruce, (718) 320-2234.

P ick -u p st op s: Einstein Loop, 7:45 a.m.; Asch Loop, 8:00 a.m.; Dreiser Loop, 8:05 a.m.

Everyone is invited to all our functions.

We hope you will join us.

Shalom!

Br u ce G it elson —B

Co-op City Jewish Center Co-op City Jewish Center is located at 900 Co-op City Blvd., Bronx, N.Y. 10475.

Saturday services are continuing thanks to those people who attend. Please try to attend whenever possible.

We would like to remind our members and any Jewish people in Co-op City

looking for a conservative synagogue, we are still here, and all are welcome. Try to take a Saturday and come to services when you can.

DONATIONS OR DUES CAN BE SENT TO THE OFFICE. Hope to see you all next Saturday.

—M a r vin Seid m a n

Building 18 Association Hi, neighbors; We thank all who attended our building meeting on Tuesday, May 10th. We were hoping for a bigger turnout, but maybe more cooperators will come to the next meeting.

Our guest speaker was Edgar Perez, our new CSO area manager. He was very informative and productive. In fact, a complaint that was presented to him at the meeting was taken care of the following day; neighbors, he gets things done in a timely fashion. He also sent a follow-up report to our building president, Ms. Atkins, on May 14th to say that he has looked into all the complaints and issues that were presented to him on May 10th. He stated that his door is always open to us. Thank you, Mr. Perez, for a job well done.

Neighbors, it is very important that you make all efforts to attend these meetings. Our next and LAST meeting before summer vacation is scheduled for Tuesday, June 14th. Mr. Ron Caesar, Risk Management, will be our guest speaker. Again, please come on down and hear what’s happening straight from the press. There will be a 50/50 drawing

and refreshments are always served at the meetings. Take interest and know what’s going around you (THIS IS OUR HOME).

MOVIE MATINEE: Our movie matinee is scheduled for Wednesday, May 25th at 3:30 p.m. Please come down; we promise you an enjoyable afternoon.

Refreshments will be served.

G AM E NI G H T !...is scheduled for Friday, May 27th at 7:30 p.m. Bingo and other board games are available. All cooperators are welcome. New moveins, check it out!

Lawson’s Men meetings are scheduled on Tuesdays twice per month. Our May/June issue of building newsletters is out. Association members, if you didn’t get your copy yet, it should be delivered to you soon. Our e-mail address is BLDG18newsletter@aol.com. Share with us your recipes, jokes, announcements, etc. We love to hear from you. To the sick and homebound, we send to you a speedy recovery and to the bereaved, we give you our deepest sympathy.

Please stay alert. If you see something, say something.

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Weekly Wor ship Exp er iences: Praise Team Rehearsal: 5:30 p.m., Thursdays; 6:30 p.m., Thursday Bible Study; Sunday Morning Worship, 9:30 a.m.; Children’s Church, 9:00 a.m., 2nd through 4th Sundays.

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C hur ch M ission : 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!

FAM I LY R E ST O R AT I O N M I NI ST RY: Hard times call for radical action by the church—we are accepting up to 5 families into our holistic (spiritual, physical, emotional, and economic) program. This ministry focuses solely on the healing that needs to take place in the family. The ideal family will be those who have/are experiencing unemployment or underemployment, homeless/facing eviction, dealing with HIV/AIDS, domestic violence, have school aged children, have children who are at risk of joining gangs, going to jail, using drugs or having sex and you’ve done all that you can. There is a financial incentive for the families who commit to the ministry and to

changing their lives through Christ Jesus.

Phone calls will NOT be accepted as we want full confidentiality to be kept for you.

Come out to worship on any Sunday at 9:30 a.m. and speak with Pastor Jenkins following the service.

BE T T E R YO UT H G E NE R AT I O N GOSP E L P E RF OR M ING C HOI R : First official performance June 12, for Youth Day Celebration!!! The children and youth will conduct the entire worship service—plan to join us in celebrating the future generation!!

We are still accepting new members of this dynamic movement, contact Pastor Jenkins, Certified Youth Chaplain, at 718-644-0951.

Minister Frank Jenkins began the Better Youth Generation Male Mentoring Group on Easter Sunday following worship. They

had a wonderful meeting and will meet monthly on 3rd Sundays. Their goal is to provide struggling male youths ages 6-21 with spiritual, academic and social support to ensure they achieve holistic success in their lives. Enroll your son, grandson, godson, nephew or neighbor and together, we can shape a Better Youth Generation.

We are not ashamed of the Gospel of Jesus Christ for it is the power of God unto salvation of everyone who believes! (Rom 1:16) What great power that is when you realize that you are not in this alone. Our witness is to God’s goodness and not our personal accomplishments.

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

—Pa st or Debor a h J enkins

Pentecostal Tabernacle Pentecostal Tabernacle is located at 120 Benchley Pl., Building 24 (street level), Bronx, N.Y. 10475; Tel. 718-320-4218 or 718-324-0334. You are invited to attend worship service on the following days: Sunday School for all age groups at 10:30 a.m.. Worship service: 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m.

Prayer meeting will be held every Wednesday evening starting at 7:30 p.m.

Bible study will be held every Friday evening at 7:30 p.m.

Focus: The Perfection and Possession of Patience. Patience is the display of faith and the confidence of knowledge, which allows

our visions and dreams to become reality.

With patience we perfect the present and possess the future.

Joseph did not give up on his dream in spite of opposition and numerous reverses.

He told it to his brothers; they rejected him and his dream. He patiently told it everywhere he went and wherever he was. He told it in the prison, and he told it in Pharaoh’s throne room. Situations and circumstances did not dampen nor assuage his godly convictions or his patience to see the fruition of his dreams; After reconciling with his brothers and

The next meeting of the Charles Salk Manhattan Bronx Chapter #23 (NARFE) will be on Monday, June 6 at the Dreiser Loop Community Center #1, Room #9, from 1 to 3 p.m. This is the last meeting before the summer break, so it will be important that everyone attend Congr ess Ta r gets Fed er al R etir ees in Debt C eiling/Budget Bat tle: Congress is fighting over ways to agree to a 2012 budget as well as finding common ground that will lead to raising the debt ceiling. The debt ceil-

ing deadline was May 16, but has been extended by extraordinary measures.

Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner has the authority to declare a “debt-issuance suspension period” which would allow the United States to redeem (borrow) securities from the Civil Service Retirement and DisabilityFund. It’s possible that by the time you are reading this he may have already taken action. This has been done in the past and when the debt ceiling was raised, all borrowed funds were restored including interest.

after the death of his father; Joseph generously underscored the virtue of patience. When guilt and recriminations were plaguing his carnal brothers with fear of further retribution, Joseph acknowledged their intent to do evil, but was able to see how God could use their evil to do well. He did not chide his brothers for their short sightedness or berate their cruel inhumanity. He patiently loved them.

He wanted them to take his bones back to the place where he first received his dream.

Hebrews 10:36 states: For ye have need of patience, that after ye have done the will of

God, ye might receive the promise.

Patience allows us to possess our dreams.

Life will present many challenges and causes for anxiety, but we just need to be patient and faithful, knowing that the Lord is our guide and ever-present source of strength and help. And beside this, giving all diligence, add to your faith virtue; and to virtue knowledge; And to knowledge temperance, and to temperance patience; and to patience godliness. 11 Peter 1:5-6 For further information, call 718-3240334, 718-213-1727 or 718-320-4218.

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Blu e Cr oss/Blue Shield R ep to Upda te M eeting on FE HBP Issues: Patricia Farrell, our BC/BS Rep, will also be on hand to share the latest health plan information. Pat is a very experienced rep. and will be able to

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Circle the date on the calendar now. Bring your spouse, bring another federal friend, and bring your questions. —Ba r r y Rock

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Anything Non-Hazardous Heavy-Duty Cleaning

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Painting Upholstery/Blinds

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Co-op City Times / May 21, 2011