Co-op City Times 05/29/10 by Co-op City Times

Vol. 45 No. 22

Helen Atkins

Saturday, May 29, 2010

Bernard Cylich

BY DEREK ALGER Helen Atkins was easily the top vote getter in this year’s Riverbay Board election, receiving almost 600 more votes than her closest opponent as she was reelected to a third term. Atkins tallied 2,797 votes in placing first, while two of her running mates also won seats on the Board, and Bernard Cylich of the “Team for Change” slate came in second, with 2,202 votes, followed by his running mate Andrea Leslie who was reelected to a second term on the Board, garnering 2,142 votes. The four candidates running on the “A” Team slate headed by Atkins came in

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just behind Leslie, with Director Evelyn Santiago coming in fourth, with 2,050 votes to also win reelection. “I’m extremely grateful to all who voted for me and am truly honored you have entrusted me to serve for another term on the Riverbay Board of Directors,” Atkins said. Raymond Tirado who ran with the “A” Team, placed fifth, with 1,950 votes, seven votes ahead of his running mate on the Atkins’ slate, Krystal Serrano. The preliminary results announced on Wednesday night after the election are the unofficial count from the voting machines, as well as standby ballots used

Co-gen produces 90% of community’s electric needs in April BY JIM ROBERTS Co-op City’s co-generation plant saved the community $1.5 million in energy costs in April as the plant produced a record 90% of the development’s electric needs for the month. Energy savings for the past 13 months (April 1, 2009 to April 30, 2010) came to a total of $9.019 million,

according to the Riverbay Department of Finance. Savings on energy costs continue to increase each month as both the purchases of electricity from Con Edison and the costs for gas keep declining. In April, total outside energy costs (Continued on page 5)

Memorial Day observance planned for this weekend This weekend, Co-op City residents will honor the memory of those who gave their lives for their country during military conflicts in a ceremony scheduled for 1 p.m. Sunday at the community’s Harley J. Moseley Veterans’ Memorial Park on Bartow Avenue. The community’s veterans’ organizations will come together again (Continued on page 4)

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Evelyn Santiago in the election. On Thursday, June 3rd, the recanvassing of the results will take place at 66-26 Metropolitan Avenue, Forest Hills, N.Y. At that time, absentee ballots will be factored into the official count, as well as the count from Building 30B which was not included in Wednesday’s preliminary results. The 2010 election results will then be certified by the 2010 Election Committee and the official winners of the election will be announced. According to Stanley Schlein, one of the attorneys representing the Election Committee, Riverbay’s Legal Department had received 34 absentee ballots post-

Raymond Tirado marked by the Tuesday, May 25, 2010 deadline. Lauretta J. Jaysura, who rounded out the Atkins slate unofficially came in seventh, with 1,878 votes, just ahead of Leah Graham and Director Tony Illis, who were tied with 1,871 votes. “I’m proud of Helen Atkins’ showing in this year’s election,” said Rev. Calvin E. Owens, First Vice President of Riverbay, who very publicly endorsed Atkins and her running mates, “but I’m certainly not surprised. I’ve known Helen for over twenty years and have always (Continued on page 2)

Ne g o t i at io n s c o n ti n u e i n h o p e o f a ve r ti n g s t ri k e b y b u i ld i n g w or k er s BY BILL STUTTIG Representatives of both Riverbay and Local 32BJ continued negotiating yesterday in an attempt to avert a strike which would send 500 Co-op City porters, maintenance workers, grounds works and garage attendants off the job and onto the picket line, leaving Riverbay’s other workers and residents to keep basic services here functioning. As of press time yesterday, no preliminary settlement had been reached. Negotiations were scheduled to resume at 5 p.m. yesterday, Friday, just past this publication’s weekly deadline. The contract is due to expire Monday, May 31st, at which time, if no settlement or agreement to continue negotiating is reached, a work stoppage is expected to occur. The major sticking point in the negotiations appears to be over health care coverage for the 500 employees. Riverbay management has contended that the union

is demanding that the employees continue to be included in Local 32BJ’s Westchester Suburban Health Plan, while Riverbay is seeking to have the Local 32BJ employees included in the union’s Bronx Tri-State Plan which management contends provides very similar coverage, but is less expensive, saving the shareholders of the Co-op City an extra $1.34 million in costs. The Suburban plan was included in the last contract agreement signed in 2007 as a compromise to the union in order to reach an agreement and avoid a strike. But now Riverbay is insisting the employees be switched back to the less expensive Bronx plan which, according to Riverbay, provides the exact same benefits as the Suburban plan, but without the additional costs to the shareholders of the Co-op City. (Continued on page 4)

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admired her character, integrity, and loyalty.” Atkins thanked Rev. Owens for his sincere support, as well as President Othelia Jones, Second Vice President Manny Torres, Assistant Secretary Leticia Morales, Director Jose Rodriguez, Secretary Khalil AbdulWahhab, and Assistant Treasurer Al Shapiro for helping her to place first in Wednesday’s election. The rest of the field of candidates were Herbert Moreira-Brown, Yolanda

Canales-Schumann, Frank Belcher, Michelle S. Davy, and Bruce Gitelson. This year’s Election Committee extended the election by one hour from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. instead of the usual 8 p.m. in order to ensure a quorum of 5,056 votes. By 7:28 p.m. on Wednesday night, a quorum of 5,093 was achieved. To further encourage shareholders to vote, a Voting Incentive of $1,500 cash was offered to three shareholders who vote and who are not indebted to the Riverbay

Corporation. The names will be randomly selected in a computerized

drawing after the election results are certified.

Laundry room hours during strike On Monday, May 31, the laundry rooms will be closed at 6 p.m. and from Tuesday, June 1, they will only be open during the hours of 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. In addition, the elevators will not travel to the basement level of your building after 6 p.m. These new hours will be in effect until Riverbay’s Local 32BJ employees cease their work stoppage. During the work stoppage by Local 32BJ employees, you will receive updates and new information as they become available. Please be sure to tune in to the Riverbay information channel for these important strike related notices. M AT V C ABL E VI SI O N 12 CRAWLER 591 6 LOBBY CAMERA 592 8 BASEMENT CAMERAS 593 We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience. —R iver b a y C or p or a t ion

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2nd Combing Co-op City Applications for Riverbay’s youth summer lottery available Applications for the Riverbay summer youth program are currently available at the Riverbay reception area. The deadline for submission is Tuesday, June 22. The summer youth lottery is only open to Co-op City residents; residency will be verified. Summer youth who win the lottery will work in the Riverbay Grounds Department primarily performing landscaping and general grounds maintenance. Lottery drawings will be held in the Bartow Community Center, Room #31. College drawing will take place on Wednesday, June 23, at 3:00 p.m. High school lottery will be held on Thursday, June 24 at 3:00 p.m.

Christian book and empowerment fair today Rev. Deborah D. Jenkins, Pastor of Faith @ Work Christian Church in Co-op City will be presenting the Northeast Christian Book and Empowerment Fair today, Saturday, May 29, beginning at 10:30 a.m. with a Children’s Writing Workshop featuring Library Mouse, which will prepare children to write a minibook that will be published by Pastor Jenkins’ publishing company. The second workshop, at 2 p.m., will teach children and youth how to earn money on the Internet. This is a free event for the community and everyone is invited to attend.

Memorial Day deadline The Co-op City Times office and all other Riverbay administrative offices, will be closed on Monday, May 31 in observance of the Memorial Day holiday. Because of this holiday-shortened week, we ask all religious institutions, community organizations and others that submit articles to the Co-op City Times to please do so as early as possible. Club articles not received in our office by 9 a.m. on Tuesday morning, June 1, will not be considered for publication in the June 5th edition of the paper. Directors’ viewpoints are due by noon on Tuesday, June 1. As always, you may submit your article around the clock, seven days a week via fax at (718) 3202595 or preferably via email at cctimes@riverbaycorp.com. Thanks for your cooperation. Have a safe and enjoyable Memorial Day weekend!

FRONT PA G E

Distinguished Co-op City-raised poet releases new best-selling collection BY BILL STUTTIG Co-op City-raised poet David Mills can add something new to his long list of scholarly and literary achievements. His latest book of poems, “The Dream Detective,” released last December, recently made it to the small press best-seller list. Critic Randall Horton said Mills’ “successfully sneaks across cultural and ethnic boundaries.” Horton wrote: “Simmering just below the non-linear narrative is an imaginative idiom challenging semantics and syntactical structures – an oppositional poetics.” Critic Anselm Berrigan said: “David Mills is a poet of lyric comic mystic worldly independence. His work ranges from meditative to satirical to gently outrageous, a reflective and varied wit running (punning) through his poem-by-poem characterizations of mind.” Mills, a resident of Co-op City between 1970 and 2002, is a product of Education Park schools until his transfer to a private school in the middle of his high school years. The Co-op City youth went on to graduate cum laude from Yale University where he earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Economics and Religious Studies and then he received a Master’s Degree in English Literature from NewYork University where he was honored with the Henry James Fellow. The 43-year-old former Co-op City resident has had a diverse career since then which has included, among many other awards and accomplishments, receiving a research grant to travel to Poland and the

The Dream Detective, a collection of poetry by former Co-op City resident David Mills.

Czech Republic to write poems about the Holocaust; serving as the poet-in residence at the Langston Hughes House, the great poet’s landmark Harlem home from 1994 to 1996; teaching English to AIDS infected Riker’s inmates for six years; writing a song on Steve Coleman’s album “Black Science;” receiving a fellowship in poetry from the Bronx Council on the Arts and winning the New York Foundation for the Arts Poetry Fellow in 2005. His most recent writings has produced two poetry book collections in the last three years, including 2007’s “Velocity’s Dial,” which was a semi-finalist in the first book award category from both the Crab Orchard Review and Cleveland State University. Mills describes his latest release, “The Dream Detective,” as running the gamut

of a wide array of subject matter, from political satire, to romance to history, including reflections of a recent visit he made to South Africa’s Robben Island, where Nelson Mandela, along with many others, was kept as a political prisoner for nearly three decades. He said of his most recent work, “I want to have the reader enter another universe. Each page is its own universe.” Recently, Mills appeared at Barnes and Noble where he sold signed copies of his latest collection, which features, according to its publisher Straw Gate Books, “sociopolitical satire and elliptical ruminations seasoned with riffs on the body, family, exotic locales, music and more.” He said the recent local event was successful at selling many books and he is hopeful that the successful book signing event will convince the book store chain to carry the book here in Co-op City and make it available to his former neighbors, many of whom are still close friends. The book is close to selling out its first run, with more than 500 copies sold. Mills’ father, Elton Mills, who has lived in Co-op City with his wife and David’s mother, Peggy, since 1970 said, “David was always a very progressive thinker and we knew from the beginning of his studies that he was going to go on to this kind of successful career. As parents, we are both pleased with and proud of his accomplishments.” Information about purchasing “ The Dream Detective” is available by visiting the publisher Straw Gate Books at www.leafscape.org.

Getting To Europe is a great “Pastability” On May 14th in Cafe 18 (a transformation of the meeting room in Building 18) and again on May 21st at Minisink Townhouse in Harlem, the Scholarship Incentive Awards Program of Building 18 (SIAP) proved that folks were indeed ready to eat spaghetti. Spaghetti Etiquette was extremely well-supported by members of both communities who had hearty appetites, but especially by the local businesses in Co-op City with Stop & Shop donating 25 lbs. of pasta, Compare Foods providing the white clam sauce that topped the linguine, Panera’s giving the crusty bread that was perfect to accompany the pasta, Rite Aid Pharmacy for adding the soda to complete the meal and Billy Sideris, owner of Bartow Liquors who gave the wines for the Raffle Tubs. If you haven’t heard already, the members of SIAP are working hard to raise money to get to Europe next year during school break and this was one of their first major activities to make it Pasta-ble. Spaghetti Etiquette brought in close to $1,000 and this is just the beginning of our efforts, said Ruth Edwards,

SlAP founder and director. She adds that the ience and affordability. It is hoped that our fun has just begun and over the next nine friends and neighbors will take full advantage months, Co-op City residents should look for of what these young people have to offer by other fundraising endeavors such as “Six lending their support and will cheer them on in Ways to Eat Chicken,” at the end of a hot sum- their efforts to get to Europe. SIAP members mer day you’re likely to find a “Chili Night” are all Co-op City youth ranging in age from and somewhere in between they should expect just 13 to 18.) a “Mexican Fiesta” with tacos and burritos. Numerous raffle baskets, boxes and tubs will be offered too such as the special raffle of fine wines being offered by SlAP parents because when summer comes to a close it’ll be time to “Wine Down.” And we’re still working on the Autumn Auctions to be presented in October as well as the November Cookbook Signing and Reception. All of these things are offered to the whole Co-op A Co-op City child enjoys slurping spaghetti to the fullest, as part of the Scholarship incentive Awards City community and they proProgram of Building 18’s recent Pasta Night. vide entertainment, conven-

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“Co-op City insists we go back to the (Bronx) plan since we have Bronx workers (and) we are a Bronx housing company; the benefits are virtually identical with the Suburban plan,” Herb Freedman of Marion Scott Real Estate Inc., managing agent for Co-op City wrote in a memo to management employees and Riverbay Board Directors last week. A press spokesman for Local 32BJ, Kwame Patterson, said Thursday that negotiations over the health care plan appear to be the major sticking point in the dispute. Patterson said: “The two sides are making some progress, but remain far apart on certain economic issues surrounding workers’ health care coverage.” Freedman noted that in addition to the extra $1.34 million annually that the shareholders of Co-op City pay for the Suburban health plan, the community also pays an additional $475,000 per year in pension, legal and training costs which all other Bronx residential properties covered by the Local 32BJ Bronx Reality Advisory Board (BRAB) labor contract do not. Kyle Bragg, 32BJ Vice President for Residential Building Service Workers, said Thursday in a prepared statement: “These workers are critical to the everyday operations of Co-op City and are simply asking for the fair wage increases, good benefits and affordable health care their families need. Last month, we were able to negotiate a strong contract for 30,000 other apartment building workers in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens and Staten Island. We hope to find a similar solution in these negotiations that generates a fair contract for everyone.” “Management had several meetings with the union at which time we discussed providing wage increases that were comparable to those received by fellow union members in Manhattan recently,” said Riverbay’s General Manager Vernon Cooper. “The union discussed creating a new health plan that would cost the housing company a considerable amount of money less than we are currently paying to participate in their Westchester Suburban Health Plan and that in the event the new health plan did not materialize, we would still be provided the option to go into the Bronx Tri-State Plan. “The housing company hired an independent actuarial consulting company to compare the two health plans and they determined that the two plans are very similar and in most situations virtually identical. Riverbay has shared the actuarial consultant’s findings with the union and thus far, they have not disputed the comparison,” Cooper pointed out. He continued: “Therefore, we believe that it is

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unfair that the residents of Co-op City are forced to pay more in benefits than other buildings in the Bronx, particularly when these additional payments do not appear to benefit the workers, but more so the union. At no time has management suggested or recommended cutting the workers pension payments, sick days, holidays or other benefits. The primary issue at hand is the health plan and the fact that this corporation cannot and should not pay more than other buildings in the Bronx.” Speaking yesterday on the current status of negotiations, Cooper said that management is continuing to negotiate with the union to reach an agreement that is both fair and equitable to Riverbay, the shareholders, and our Local 32BJ workers. He said that management’s concern is that Local 32BJ intends to have all its Bronx members switched over to the Suburban plan when the contracts for other Bronx developments come up next year or sooner. Cooper also said that the fear is that Co-op City is the first test in this scheme as the union tries to get the more expensive Suburban plan through across the borough. “Unfortunately, we feel that our 32BJ workers are being used by their union as pawns in a larger scheme which in the end will provide no additional benefit to them,” Cooper said. This week, even as Riverbay management continued to hope for the best, they were busy preparing for the worst. In the event of a work stoppage on Tuesday morning, management employees along with some workers from other unions who have agreed to help out, have been assigned extra tasks and hours to provide basic services to the residents as long as the strike continues. Late Thursday afternoon, cooperators began receiving letters under their apartment doors detailing changes in operational procedures which will take effect as soon as a work stoppage occurs. (See page 6 for the complete letter). These important changes include curtailing laundry room procedures from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. for the duration of the strike, should it occur. Each elevator in the community will be programmed not to travel to the basement after 6 p.m. beginning this Monday, May 31st if a settlement has not been reached by then. Likewise, residents are being instructed not to use the compactor chutes for the disposal of garbage after Sunday, May 30th. They are being told to place their garbage in garbage bags and then bring the bags down

to the dumpster pads where they will be carted away. Riverbay will provide the garbage bags to be used by the residents. Those bags will be distributed to those who need them by each building’s lobby attendant. Shareholders are also being asked to bring all bulk garbage to the dumpster pads. All recycling requirements will be suspended for the duration of the strike, should it occur. Residents expecting deliveries are advised to contact their delivery company because some delivery companies may not deliver to buildings during a strike. According to management, UPS will deliver to Co-op City in the event of a strike, but asks that customers contact the shipping vendor to get a shipping number so as to track their package and arrange for pick-up at the Brush Avenue facility should it be necessary. Residents are also asked to report any unusual or suspicious activities they see in or near the buildings to Riverbay Public Safety, (718) 320-3300, option 1, the lobby attendant in their building who will be working extended hours in the event of a strike (noon to 10 p.m., seven days a week) or the NYPD by calling 9-1-1. All residents are strongly advised not to personally intervene if they see something they believe to be suspicious. Residents are asked to be especially aware of certain security measures such as making sure the lobby door remains locked and reporting any broken doors or locks to the Riverbay Emergency Desk at 718-320-3300, option 3. There must be no parking of any vehicle on or in the vicinity of the dumpster pads because these locations will be an integral location of garbage collection activities throughout the day in the event of a strike. Residents are also asked to assist in their Building Association’s strike contingency plan. The notice states: “During past strikes, building associations organized and assigned floor captains to monitor their floors and report conditions requiring action. Some buildings even organized security patrols and cleanup details.” Management’s notice concludes, “Do remember that striking individuals are employees, co-workers, neighbors and/or friends of yours. Although strike actions can sometimes bring about angry confrontations, it is important to recognize that strikes normally last for a relatively short period of time and should not be the cause of any long term animosity. When the issues that caused a strike are finally resolved, all parties must again join together for the good of the Co-op City community.”

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to host the traditional Memorial Day ceremony. 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. American Legion Post 1871 executive committee member William Gordon will serve as the emcee and

speakers will include representatives of various veterans organizations throughout the community and the Bronx, elected officials, and local residents who recently returned home after serving in Iraq and Afghanistan. After the remarks, Amazing Grace will be sung by resident Almira Sessions. A wreath will then be placed at the community memorial for local veterans who gave their lives in defending the nation during times of war followed by a gun salute by American Legion members Charles Lirio, Wilson Sepulveda, Norman

Thomas, and Llewelyn Waterman. The Star of the Sea Cadets will post the colors and perform drills as part of the festivities. After the ceremony, a reception will be held where light refreshments will be served courtesy of the American Legion Auxiliary. The day is sponsored by Riverbay Corporation in association with Compare Foods, Emigrant Savings Bank, Con Edison, and Ridgewood Savings Bank. For more information, contact the Veterans Memorial Council at (718) 320-8165.

A love letter to my wife, Mabel Dea r M a b el, I want you to know that the week we spent in Hawaii on our 20th wedding anniversary made me realize the reason I asked your father for your hand in marriage. You are now as you were then, the most beautiful woman inside and out a man could hope and pray for. Together, we have enjoyed the bliss of becoming parents,

have endured the loss of our loved ones, fought to keep the values and faith we hold true, and through the years and challenges have grown wiser. Thank you for always helping me to see the positive sides to all things and being a faithful, loving and unique woman. The only regret I have is not marrying you 10 years earlier. —You r h u sb a n d , R a ym on d

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were budgeted for $3.165 million, comprised of $1.254 million for gas and $1.9 million for electricity to be purchased from Con Edison. Because of the cogeneration plant, Riverbay only had to buy $289,723 worth of electricity from Con Ed instead of the $1.9 million in the projected budget. Gas purchased to operate the co-generation plant cost $908,373 in April, so the total energy savings for the month came to $1,517,244. The cost of gas to run the boilers at the power plant also came in lower than projected in April. Gas expenses for the boilers were $450,213 in April compared to the budgeted figure of $1,254,336, a difference of $804,123. Electricity purchased from Con Edison cost $1.2 million in April of 2009 compared to only $289,723 this April, creating a year-to-year reduction of just under $1 million. And the monthly savings should now remain steady at the projected $1.5 million amount after May, according to Riverbay Power Plant Director, Brian Reardon. “During May 10 through May 14, we had to do a computer upgrade for the digital control system for the cogen plant and to do that we had to shut all the cogeneration equipment offline,” Reardon said. “So literally for five days, we were generating nothing. As a result, while May will have savings, it won’t look as good as April did.” Beginning in June, the monthly savings should stay consistent now that the cogeneration plant is generating 90% or more of Co-op City’s electric needs. “If anything, the savings should be a little bit better in June because the steamer was offline until the ninth of April because of repair,” Reardon said. “The steamer went online with the rest of the cogen plant this time by the 16th of May and it’s been running since then. Unless there’s an unscheduled outage or something breaks, I expect it to run through the whole month of June, July and August.” In March of this year, the community saved a total of $1.4 million in energy costs. Projected energy spending for March was budgeted at $4.2 million but because of co-generation actual total spending came in at just $2.8 million. Electricity costs for all of fiscal year 2009/10 cost $16 million, with significant savings in February and March of this year realized because of co-generation. That monthly savings on electricity will continue and even

Laundry room hours during strike On Monday, May 31, the laundry rooms will be closed at 6 p.m. and from Tuesday, June 1, they will only be open during the hours of 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. In addition, the elevators will not travel to the basement level of your building after 6 p.m. These new hours will be in effect until Riverbay’s Local 32BJ employees cease their work stoppage. During the work stoppage by Local 32BJ employees, you will receive updates and new information as they become available. Please be sure to tune in to the Riverbay information channel for these important strike related notices. M AT V C ABL E VI SI O N 12 CRAWLER 591 6 LOBBY CAMERA 592 8 BASEMENT CAMERAS 593 We sin c er e ly a p ologize for t h e in co n v en ien c e. —R iver b a y C or p or a t ion

increase as the community begins to produce all of its electricity needs through the co-generation plant. Riverbay’s monthly energy costs come in three different categories: electricity purchased from Con Edison; gas to run the boilers; and gas purchased for the co-generation plant. Riverbay’s co-generation plant is now producing practically all of the community’s power needs “We’re covering Riverbay’s load right now,” said Reardon. The co-generation plant will soon be able to supply all of Co-op City’s electrical requirements and also generate excess capacity that can be sold to outside utilities. The final step left before selling electricity on the grid is an inspection to determine the heat plant rating in order to put the Co-op City co-generation plant into the New York Independent System Operator (ISO) network. The inspection is scheduled for the middle of June.

“We’ll take that information and give it to the ISO because all plants must be rated by the New York ISO to be put into the system,” Reardon said. During May, final co-generation plant work included improvements to the high pressure steam system, a computer upgrade, and the replacement of cooling coils connected with the gas turbine duct work. The annual conversion over to air conditioning for the summer is also being completed at the Riverbay Power Plant. One chiller is operating through the system to cool the buildings in the community and a second chiller is now up and running as well. A third chiller can be started as well if needed. “The chillers will be fully online by the end of this week as I said we would for the holiday weekend,” Reardon said. “The second chiller was started on Wednesday and will be fully operational by Thursday and we’ll pull them down the loop as we go.”

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In Case of Strike Dea r C ooper a tor : As you may be aware, Riverbay’s contract with Local 32BJ is due to expire on May 31st. The Union and Management are actively negotiating and will continue to negotiate until the expiration of the contract and, if mutually agreeable, beyond. So far this year, we have successfully negotiated new labor agreements with Public Safety and the Teamsters. In the event of a breakdown in negotiations, we may experience a discontinuation of the janitorial and maintenance services normally performed by Local 32BJ workers. If a work action does occur, Riverbay will make every effort to provide the highest level of service possible given the circumstances. As we all know, the best way to avoid a strike is to be prepared. To accomplish this, however, requires the cooperation of Co-op City’s shareholders. Below is a list of Do’s and Don’ts which, if followed by every cooperator, will contribute greatly to our mutual efforts and minimize the disruption to your normal services. 1. Do read the official Riverbay Strike Notices posted in your buildings, garages and the Co-op City Times. This will be your best source of information if a work action occurs. 2. Don’t travel to the basement after 6:00 p.m. For security purposes, La undr y r ooms will be open fr om 10:00 a .m to 6:00 p.m. Elevators will not travel to the basements after 6:00 p.m. effect ive Monda y, M ay 31, 2010. 3. Don’t use the compactor chute after Sunda y, Ma y 30, 2010 for the disposal of garbage unless instructions are posted to the contrary. Garbage is to be placed in garbage bags and brought down to the dumpster pads where they will be carted away. Riverbay will provide garbage bags for use by residents. These garbage bags will be distributed by your building lobby attendant for those who don’t have bags. Bulk garbage should also be disposed of at the dumpster pads. R ecycling a ct ivities will be susp en ded

dur ing a str ike. 4. Don’t leave garbage in the compactor rooms, hallways, stairwells or elevators for someone else to worry about. Viola t or s will be fin ed ! 5. Do attend scheduled events in the Community Centers. Parties and events will go on as planned. 6. Do contact your vendor in advance if you are expecting delivery of large parcels or packages. Some delivery companies may not service Co-op City during a strike. UPS plans to continue deliveries to Coop City residents, but suggests that you immediately advise any vendor who ships to you to provide you with a shipping number to allow you to track the package so that you may arrange for pick up at their Brush Ave facility, if necessary. You can also request e-mail notification of shipping and tracking as well from the vendor. FedEx has advised us that they will continue to deliver to Co-op City from both their Ground & Express Services Divisions. 7. Do report any emergency conditions (gas odors, fires, flooding, lock-ins or lockouts, etc.) to the Riverbay Emergency Desk at (718) 320-3300, option #3. The Bartow CSO Office is the only one that will remain open during a work action and can be contacted via telephone at (718) 320-3300, x 3405. 8. Do report any unusual or suspicious activities or persons in or near your building to Riverbay Public Safety ((718) 3203300, option #1), Building Lobby Attendants or the Police Department (9-11), immediately! L obb y Att enda nt s will be on du ty fr om n oon t o 10 p.m., seven (7) d a ys a week. (Riverbay personnel who are authorized to work in and around the buildings will be identified by boldly colored I.D. Cards with individualized I.D. numbers.) 9. Don ’t attempt to personally intervene where suspicious persons or activities are involved. 10. Do double check your lobby door on the way in and out to make sure it is locked

securely. Broken lobby doors should be reported to the Riverbay Emergency Desk at (718) 320-3300, option #3. 11. Don’t park your vehicle on, in front of, or in any way as to block, the dumpster pads. In the event of a strike, dumpster pads are integral to our planned garbage collection activities and Riverbay will have no alternative but to have vehicles blocking dumpster pads towed away at the owner’s expense. 12. Do volunteer to a ssist your Bu ilding Associa tion’s str ike contingency a ctivities. During past strikes, building associations organized and assigned Floor Captains to monitor their floors and report conditions requiring action. Some buildings even organized security patrols and clean up details. 13. Don ’t simply sit around and assume that someone else will take care of security and clean up problems for you. In every emergency situation, it is the creative and quick thinking actions of neighbors that help to speedily and effectively address the problem conditions. Sometimes, the simple act of picking up a small piece of paper goes a long way in advancing the sense of community among residents. Remember your ideas and suggestions are always welcome. 14. Do remember that striking individuals are employees, co-workers, neighbors and/or friends of yours. Although strike actions can sometimes bring about angry confrontations, it is important to recognize that strikes normally last for a relatively short period of time and should not be the cause of any long term animosity. When the issues that cause a strike are finally resolved, all parties must again join together for the good of the Co-op City Community. Thank you in advance for your assistance and cooperation. As always, we will endeavor to bring about a speedy resolution to any job action that may occur. Sincer ely, —R iver ba y C or p or a t ion

Laundry room hours during strike On Monday, May 31, the laundry rooms will closed at 6 p.m. and from Tuesday, June 1, they will only be open during the hours of 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. In addition, the elevators will not travel to the basement level of your building after 6 p.m. These new hours will be in effect until Riverbay’s Local 32BJ employees cease their work stoppage. During the work stoppage by Local 32BJ employees, you will receive updates and new information as they become available. Please be sure to tune in to the

Riverbay information channel for these important strike related notices. C ABL E VI SI O N M AT V 12 CRAWLER 591 6 LOBBY CAMERA 592 8 BASEMENT CAMERAS 593 We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience. —R iver b a y C or p or a t ion

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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 every one a chance, we will limit writers to one published letter every 30 days. Anonymous or unsigned letters will not be accepted for publication. Letters cannot exceed 350 words. Ideally, they should be typed. All letters must be in the Co-op City Times office in Room 21, Bartow Community Center, by 3 p.m. every Monday to be considered for publication in that week’s edition. Views and opinions expressed in letters and Directors’ Viewpoint are solely the writer’s, and not necessarily shared by the Co-op City Times or Riverbay Corp. Advertisements and classified advertisements in the Co-op City Times do not necessarily reflect an endorsement from Riverbay Corporation of goods and services, but present greater options to cooperators of products and services available. The Riverbay Corporation does not assume any responsibility nor is it a party to any contract or agreement between the cooperator and the vendor. All matter published herein is copyrighted by the Co-op City Times. Permission for reprints of advertising or editorial contents produced by the Coop City Times must be obtained in writing from Riverbay Corporation, 2049 Bartow Ave., Bronx, New York 10475.

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Important Notice to Shareholders of Building 35, regarding Lease Renewal Article SIXTH of your Occupancy submit your completed form for a short- lease, notify Riverbay, in writing, Agreement provides, in part, that your lease term lease no later than thirty (30) days Attention: Sales Support Office, 2049 automatically renews for an additional before the expiration of your present lease. Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475, ninety three (3) year period. You need to do noth- If you will be moving out at the end of your (90) days prior to lease expiration. ing if you want your lease to extend for another three (3) New Three (3) Year Last Date to Request Current Lease year period. If you desire a either a One (1) or Expiration Date Expiration Date lease of less than three (3) Two (2) Year Lease years, you may call 718-3203373 to request a form to subBuilding 35 August 31, 2010 August 31, 2013 August 1, 2010 mit for either a one (1) year or 100 Elgar Place two (2) year lease. You must

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Public Safety Report

CCPD urges residents to enjoy summer fun by the rules As we enter Memorial Day weekend, it is a good opportunity to review summer rules before the official start of summer. Residents can kick back, relax and enjoy summer fun by the rules. This is a good time to focus on having good, safe summer fun while reviewing Riverbay Corporation’s rules. In Co-op City, it is most important that bicycle riders pay attention to Riverbay Corporation’s rules as they pertain to bike riding. Bicycle riding is prohibited in the areas near the buildings and shopping centers or any areas where it is posted that bike riding is prohibited. The reason for this is that bicycle riding in these areas presents a serious hazard to pedestrians. Cyclists need to afford the same level of consideration to pedestrians as cyclists

expect from motorists. Persons observed riding bicycles in restricted areas may receive a Co-op City Community Complaint for “Bike riding in prohibited areas.” Community Complaints can also be issued for “Ball playing in prohibited areas.” All Community Complaints carry a monetary fine which doubles for repeated violations. Parents need to make certain children are aware of these rules. Consuming alcohol in public is a violation of the law within New York City. Public Safety Officers issue New York City Universal Summonses for this violation. As with any other arrest, a Co-op City Community Complaint is also issued for Anti-Social Conduct in connection with the arrest. This Complaint carries a

monetary fine of $125 and also doubles with repeated violations. Universal Summonses are also commonly issued by the Department of Public Safety for Possession of Marijuana and Disorderly Conduct. Disorderly Conduct includes a range of behavior including fighting, being loud or boisterous or blocking a pedestrian walkway causing public annoyance, inconvenience or alarm. Co-op City Community Complaints are issued in these situations as well. Residents are reminded that barbequing is not permitted on any of the public areas of Co-op City. Strict guidelines set forth by the New York City Fire Department are in effect for barbequing only on terraces or townhouse patios at

least 10 feet from combustible material. Propane tanks are strictly prohibited by the New York City Fire Department in any multiple family dwellings. Remember to stay safe this summer, especially near pools and beaches. Some beaches and pools officially open this weekend. Always remember, if you see something, say something. Call 9-1-1 and the Department of Public Safety at (718) 671-3050 or online at www.ccpd.us. Callers may remain anonymous when giving information. The Co-op City Department of Public Safety would like to thank all persons who have called in suspicious activity. It is by your actions that the crime rate remains low and a high quality of life is maintained.

negative results. May 22, 140 Elgar Place A male complainant reported that he was assaulted by three individuals pos-

sibly known to him. Friends of the complainant helped fight off the assailants. The victim suffered minor injuries.

Public Safety Blotter: May 16 - May 22 May 22, Asch Loop/Adler Place A cab driver reported that a passenger displayed a gun and proceeded to rob him of an unknown amount of

cash. The male then fled the area towards Co-op City Boulevard. The driver was not injured. A canvass by both CCPD and NYPD units yielded

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Last chance to visit Open House at Mosholu’s 125 Acre Country Day Camp On Sunday, June 6th at 1 p.m., Mike Halpern, Camp Director, and Lisa Nictora, co-Camp Director, of various day camps run by the Mosholu Montefiore Community Center will conduct their final Open House and tour of the season for prospective camp families. The camp is located in Pearl River in Rockland County, just 35 minutes from the Bronx, N.Y. Campers are picked up and dropped off at central bus stops near their homes each day all over the Bronx, including Norwood, Bedford Park, Riverdale, Van Cortlandt Village, Woodlawn, Kingsbridge, Kingsbridge Heights, Williamsbridge, Wakefield, Baychester, Co-op City, Parkchester, Grand Concourse from 155th Street to 204th Street, Broadway from 231st Street to 261st Street, the Central Park Avenue area, and Bronx River Road areas of Yonkers and the former Rose Y in Mt. Vernon and Traphagen School.

Facilities include 3 giant outdoor swimming pools, challenge course, sports fields, tennis and basketball courts, playgrounds, hiking trails, archery courts, petting zoo, boating lake, fish pond, stream, woods and camp sites, nature area, bike course, nurse and infirmary. Programs include arts and crafts, ceramics, gymnastics, basketball, tennis, karate, all sports, archery, challenge course and climbing wall, nature and science, music, dance, drama, and more. Small groups with nature group leaders and a social work approach are stressed. The camp is multi-cultural. The leadership of the camp has been there for well over 15 years and staff comes back year after year. For driving directions and a camp brochure, call (718) 882-4000, Ext. 0 or visit www.mmcc.org. If there is a need, we will provide a van for families who do not have cars.

Speedy Recovery

We send best wishes for a healthy and speedy recovery to our biggest Co-op City Little League Basbeball star ever, Pappa Everod Jefferson. We love you very much and can’t wait to see you. —L ove, wife & r oomm a t e, M s. T ina , son, St a n ley a n d ot her siblin gs, fa m ily, M a r y An n, a h ost of fr ien ds & lit t le lea gu er s p r esen t & p a st & fu t u r e.

Keep in Prayer Please join us in keeping Steven Brown of the Riverbay Contracts Department, and his family in your thoughts and prayer as he mourns the loss of his beloved mother, Yvonne Evans-Brown.

Memorial Day deadline The Co-op City Times office and all other Riverbay administrative offices, will be closed on Monday, May 31 in observance of the Memorial Day holiday. Because of this holiday-shortened week, we ask all religious institutions, community organizations and others that submit articles to the Co-op City Times to please do so as early as possible. Club articles not received in our office by 9 a.m. on Tuesday morning, June 1, will not be considered for publication in the June 5th edition of the paper. Directors’ viewpoints are due by noon on Tuesday, June 1. As always, you may submit your article around the clock, seven days a week via fax at (718) 320-2595 or preferably via email at cctimes@riverbaycorp.com. Thanks for your cooperation. Have a safe and enjoyable Memorial Day weekend!

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Circle of Christ Church Hearts of Love Ministry of NY “Pressing towards the prize” 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. All these are the work of one and the same Spirit, and he gives them to each one, just as he determines. --1 Corinthians 12:11 (NIV)

Up com in g E ve n t s & Sch ed u le C h a n ges: Discip lesh ip C la sses every Sunday from 9:15 a.m. -10:30 a.m. – Bartow Community Center, Room #28. Please contact Deacon Hilberto Nieves or Deaconess Phyllis Streeter. C om m u n ion Ser vice – Sunday, June 6th @ 11 a.m. – Bartow Community Center, Room #31. Join us at the Lord’s Table. Schedule of Service: Sundays: Discipleship Class 9:15 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Worship Service*** 11 a.m. start ** First Sunday of each month is our Communion Service. Children’s Church (4-12 years old)

Handicapped Adults Association Our van operates Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursdays from 9:30 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. Call the office at 718-320-2069 to make your reservation. Due to circumstances beyond our control, we had to cancel our luncheon on Sunday, May 23. F L E A M AR K E T: Greeting cards are now 2 for 25¢, jewelry, soft covered books

5 for $1, hard covered books 50¢ each, we have a nice selection of tapes for $1 each, DVDs are $3 each, cassettes for 50¢ each, a Pronto motorized wheelchair is for sale. We also have a manual wheelchair for $40. Come into the office and look around. We are located in Dreiser Community Center, Room 13. —Ar len e R odr iqu ez

11 a.m. start Little Lambs (2 – 4 years old) - 11 a.m. start Fridays: Bible Study and Prayer* 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. Youth Fellowship & Bible Study 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. F Y I: All Sunday services are recorded on CD for a donation of $5. Please see Elder Raul Torres after service or place your order online. You can also see part of our messages on Facebook. Look us up and become a fan. 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. You can submit your prayer request online at prayer@circleofchristchurch.org or give your request to an usher during Friday or Sunday services. You can now see portions of our services and worship on our website www.circleofchristchurch.org, Facebook and Youtube. 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 ess: Circle of Christ Church, 1304 Beach Avenue, Bronx, NY 10472-1909; 718864-4002 or 203-559-1494. Se r vice L oca t ion : 2049 Bartow Avenue – Bartow Community Center, Room 31, Bronx, N.Y. 10475. Website: www.circleofchristchurch.org. —J esu s R a m os

Teen Center now accepting summer registration Leo Johnson, Program Director of the Boys & Girls Club of the Mosholu Montefiore Community Center Section Five Teen Center, at 141 Einstein Loop, is pleased to announce that registration is now being accepted for their summer program. Summer programs offered are art, beats & rhythms, boxing, competitive basketball, cooking, computer technology, digital photography, flag football, fundamentals of basketball, girls night, hip-hop dance, leadership, math academy, modern

dance, volley ball, weightlifting and calisthenics, young men’s group, young voice, and yoga. The lounge and game room is open Monday through Friday from 2 to 9 p.m. Registration starts June 4th through June 30th starting at 3 p.m. and Saturdays from noon on. The program starts July 6th. There is a yearly membership fee of $20 per youth 13 to 18 years of age. For complete information, call Leo Johnson at (718) 671-2655.

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Building 27 Association If you wait long enough, you get what you want. We had been looking forward to having Mr. Steve Gold as our guest for a long time. On May 20th, we hit the jackpot. Mr. Gold did not disappoint us. He gave a short presentation and then opened the floor for questions. I think we were all surprised how much we still did not know about moving in or out and various policies of Riverbay concerning apartments. Mr. Gold invited all to email or call his office with any further ques-

tions. It was a very informative and helpful evening. The minutes were passed with no corrections. The financial report was very positive. Our Vice President reported on the Co-op City Coalition against MTA cuts and their recent meeting with officials concerning the changes. Unfortunately, the group was informed that they failed to attend the March hearings and could not effect any further changes now. They will continue efforts

to bring change within the next 6 months. Our President gave a brief report on efforts to get a shelter for the BXM7 express waiting area. He was very pleased with the recent meeting of the Buildings & Grounds workers. They have been doing an excellent job with the landscaping and flowers. He informed us that Mr. Johnson from the Teen Center was thankful for our financial assistance and is willing to come to a meeting with us.

Nominations for the Board of Building 27 will be made at the January meeting. A flyer with the duties of each office will be prepared and presented to us in a timely manner. A 50/50 raffle was held with another happy winner. Refreshments were available also. The meeting closed with very satisfied residents. The next meeting will be on Thursday, June 17th at 7:00 p.m. We hope to have a guest. —Don Doh er ty

Building 31 Association Our meeting began with a moment of silence for our beloved neighbor who recently passed, Roger Abel. He was instrumental in forming the bylaws of our association and helping with forming and serving on our Scholarship Committee. What a difference he made and he will be missed. Thanks to our NYC Fire Dept. for allowing Lt. Mike Hance to come to our May 2010 general meeting. Fire Safety was the topic and how everyone can prevent fires within our home. He spoke of

flameless candles and surge protectors, which he recommends. He also spoke about our smoke detectors and how we should change the batteries 2x’s a year to ensure their continued service. However, if you have had that over 10 years, he recommends they be replaced and he also suggests that we should have carbon monoxide detectors. He knows from doing his job over 28 years that carbon monoxide can be deadly and detectors are needed in every apt. and this has been put into law that everyone should have one.

We were given pamphlets and brochures to aid us with fire prevention. You missed another fabulous game night with Al. Again, the card game and dominos ruled the night. However, thanks to Al, we were all treated to a delicious dish of fried chicken and potato salad prepared by his wife, Rose. Thanks, guys, that was a wonderful surprise. Now here’s where I need to say “you missed a good one.” Oh well, maybe next time. Please read the bulletin board for other events to come. Next month, will be our

last month for general meetings as there will be a 2 month break and we will resume in September. We will celebrate the ending next month with the awarding of the scholarship and a reception that will follow. All members are invited to attend. Our 50/50 was won by Al from the Aside and Ruth from the B-side won the door prize. See you at the June meeting; watch for the notice. —M a r ilyn M cDa n iel

Building 33 Association We have a serious problem in our building. Some cooperators feel the need to throw soiled pampers out the window, instead of taking them to the garbage room. We know the direction they are coming from and Public Safety has been noti-

fied so an investigation will be coming. When we find the person responsible, they will be given a community complaint and if that does not stop them, an eviction will follow. If you see something, say something. This is your home. The building associa-

tion is giving a bus outing to Mohegan Sun Casino on Saturday, June 12, at 9 a.m., leaving from the Einstein Community Center. Tickets are $31 each. There is a $10 food voucher and $10 free bet. For tickets, call Connie, 718-3207430, or Pat, 718-320-1861.

We need more people to sign up for senior services to keep the centers open. If you are a senior, please go to Room # 49 in Einstein Center and sign up. Get well wishes to all the sick and shut-in. I wish you a speedy recuperation. —Patricia Bonaparte

Building 32 Association Mark Saturday, June 5, at 5 p.m. on your calendar. This way, you will be available to attend our Building Association meeting where the special guest will be you! Get on the soapbox and air your com-

plaints, offer your suggestions, and share your thoughts about your apartment, our building, the Building Association, the community, and anything the Executive Board of the Building Association might be able to help you with. Complaining to

your neighbor is not going to help unless the neighbor is your problem. Come down and rant—you might be surprised at the results. When asked about attendance at our meetings, some cooperators stated that

weekday nights were not good for them, due to work hours, homework to be checked, children to be put to sleep, etc. You were heard. Now, come on down and let us listen some more. —L or n a Sm it h

Zodiacs Track Team The Zodiacs are one step closer to the AAU Junior Olympics in Norfolk, Virginia. On Saturday, May 22nd, we competed in the NY Metropolitan AAU District Qualifier at Springfield Garden High School. We had 47 athletes qualify to move to the Regional Meet. Our high school athletes were unable to compete due to the PSAL Borough Championship on the same day. They will travel to Conn. to compete in the local meet. There, they will be able to qualify for the Regional Meet. The Regional will consist of New Jersey,

New York, Connecticut and New England. The top 4 athletes in each event from each age group will qualify for the AAU Junior Olympics. The following athletes medaled at the qualifier: Joseph Webster, Kendra Todd, Kuran Scott, Jaelah Eargle, Elijah Harewood, Jordin Fitz-Coy, Richard Anderson, Kayla Johnson, Lynette Taitt, Cory Anderson, Shem Spencer, Tyron Ingram, Laquan Mason, Mathew Samuel, Jacquelin Kendall, Tallid Carr, Darren Dawson, Giovanna Tolbert, Hugh Fraser, Aaliyah Wajid, Kristian

Cadiz, Julian Coley, Nicole Dawson, Dominique Jackson, Josephine Kendall, Najashi Sharpe, Andrea Amoroso, Pearl Websterrutledge, Courtene Anderson, Jamal Sharpe, Kayla Grant and Mathew Thompkins, Jr. The Zodiacs will be hosting the Elizabeth Gaynor/Robert Taylor track meet on Saturday, May 29th at Truman High School. Please come out and support us. We will have fish, burgers, hotdog sodas, etc. See some of the best athletes in the Tri-state area compete. If you have or know of any children

between the ages of 6 and 16 who are looking to utilize track and field to improve their horizon, please contact us. Help us continue to advance our children by sending a tax deductible donation to the Zodiacs Track Foundation, to P.O. Box 67, Bronx New York 10475. For additional information, please contact President Thomas Francis at 718679-2060 or co-President Winston Dinkins at 914-441-6196, email WATCLT@AOL.COM or visit our website, ZODIACSTRACK.ORG. —Winston Dinkins

Many more birthday wishes, Aylanda!

Congratulations!

Congratulations, Aylandra Chante, as you celebrate another birthday. Wishing you a life filled with rainbows because you bring a rainbow into the cloudiest day. Hope your life will be filled with many blessings all along life’s way. Happy birthday – God’s blessings. We love you. —M om , Da d , G r a n d m a , Un cle I a n , b a b y sist er, K a elyn

Camille-Kay Hall, daughter of Isabelle and Frank Hall of Co-op City, is engaged to Charles Brandon Brewer. Best of luck to you both. —L ove, M om a n d Da d

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Broun Place Townhouse Association Memorial Day weekend is here. Please remember all those that are contributing to and contributed to our country as you go with your friends and families celebrating time off. Broun Place Association sends regards for a safe and happy Memorial Day. Mr. Hector Pou, a program coordinator from Visiting Nurse Service, shared a tremendous amount of valuable information on the Health Reform Act and Medicare with our group Thursday, May 20th. A large circle of Broun Place neighbors was there and we had a great meeting. If you would like a copy of the informational printouts Mr. Pou distributed, please let me know and I will

bring you a copy. It is great to have people like Mr. Pou available to share their knowledge and we again thank JASA and its nutrition program for that referral. Mr. Pou will be back in the autumn, he promised. Broun Place neighbors, please, if you see something, say something. We do not have to tolerate people who abuse the rules set to provide our quality of life. We must continue to patrol and be strong to withstand the influx of people who think rules should be bent to accommodate them. Co-op City neighbors, please take pride in your neighborhood. The onus is on you to maintain Co-op City. What would happen if we all let our pets out,

hung in the streets playing loud music & blocking traffic, littered and in general did not contribute as cooperators? Did you vote? “Silly Season,” a phrase coined by a former general manager, is again past and it is our hope that the winners will be announced and enough votes cast. As cooperators, it was our responsibility to vote. That is one major thing that being a shareholder in Co-op City entitles you to, a vote in the election for the Directors of Co-op City so that the Board reflects the views of the majority of cooperators. Warning, neighbors in this townhouse cluster, if you have a cat that hasn’t been spayed/neutered do not let it out. Also

please remember to take your garbage to the dumpster pads. People caught putting kitchen garbage in the litter garbage cans will be issued a community complaint. Co-op City rules are enforced by the Public Safety Department. Call 718-6713050 for public safety emergencies and 9-1-1 for life threatening emergencies. The association wishes a speedy and complete recovery to those who are ill and shut in and sends kudos and best wishes to all celebrating an event. This week, we applaud the Nathaniel family as they celebrate their graduate. If you would like your celebration mentioned, just drop the president of the association a note. —E va L a za a r

Building 13 Association HAPPY MEMORIAL DAY TO ALL. Building 13 Association would like to thank Ms. Juanita Net, Director of Cooperative Services, for attending our meeting last week and answering our many questions. “Lights, Camera, MURDER! is the new Murder Mystery Party,” we will be holding on Saturday, June 12, at 7:00 p.m. at the room in the rear; donation $10. Come walk the blood red carpet and enjoy a night of secrets, celebrities and scandal. While socializing with the movie stars, secrets will be revealed, scandals will be broken and a homicide will happen. As the night unfolds, so will

a web of lies pointing you to a killer. Get your character, come watch your friends perform or just try to find out who dunnit! We are planning a bus trip to Mt. Airy Casino in Pennsylvania on August 14. The cost is $40 per person with a bonus return of $35 of free slot play. The bus will be leaving at 10:00 a.m. from Casals Place and leaving the Casino at 6:00 p.m. For additional information regarding any of the events you have read, you can contact Leslie Peterson (718-3201370), Gail Sharbaan (718-671-3801), Mr. B (718-320-7738) or any neighbor from Building 13 and they will advise

the Social Committee. Money orders payable to Building 13 Assoc. Inc. All are invited to attend our activities. Membership Dues Drive—We are collecting Association membership dues. Because of the participation of our neighbors and friends at our various activities, we have been able to keep our dues at $5 per household. Please check the posting on the bulletin board for the collection dates. P lea se ob ser ve t h e followin g q u a lit y-of-life r egu la t ion s: 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 the 45th Precinct at (718) 822-5411 and/or Riverbay Public Safety at (718) 320-3050. For all NYC non-emergency inquiries, call 3-1-1. NE W - For traffic updates, please call 5-1-1. “If you see something, say something.” —O lu b iyi Seh in d em i (M r. B)

Building 26 Association Happy Memorial Day to our Co-op City families and especially to our veterans who have served and to those who are proudly serving and protecting our country. Happy birthday, anniversary, and wedding wishes to those families celebrating during the month of May. Congratulations to our May graduates. Warm blessings for a speedy recovery to the sick and shut in. Our sincere condolences to those families who have lost a loved one. May they be blessed with

eternal peace. Tr a vel T ip s - Know the airline rules. When flying, it’s a good idea to check up on your individual airlines’ policies when it comes to how many bags you can check, the cost of snacks, and the cost of pillow/blankets. F itn ess Tips - How many times have you said, “I’ll do sit-ups for the length of one song,” or, “I’ll increase the speed on the treadmill until ‘I Gotta Feeling’ is over?” Keeping those feet moving or

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Black Forum Defensive Driving Our defensive driving course will be back on Saturday, June 19th, Rm. 1, Dreiser Community Center, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Call today to register, 718-320-8035. Please mail your 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 classes Get in shape. Recent medical studies have shown that women who exercise 1-2 hours a week can lower their cholesterol levels by 20 points or more. Won’t you join us every Monday and Wednesday, 7:30 - 8:30 p.m. in the Dreiser Community Center, Auditorium A, for aerobics classes by Body by Andrea. Classes are $3 per person. Please call to register, (718) 320-8035. New York Lyons Mane Track Club If your child, 8 - 17 years old, would like to run track,

Co-op City Two-Hand Touch Football League On Sunday, May 23, the league had their championship games. The match-up between the Jr. Jets vs. Jr. Eagles was a long awaited game in which the Jr. Jets defeated the Jr. Eagles, 32-6. Xavier Worrell started the Jr. Jets with his fancy footsteps taking the green shirts from one side of the field to the other and made the first impressive touchdown. When you thought that the Jr. Eagles was picking up some steam, Xavier caught another pass and made another touchdown. The Jr. Jets was just unstoppable, every player on the team made a contribution to set forth this big win. Ronald Prattis made an interception to give the ball back to the Jr. Jets and when you thought that was enough, in the very next play, Ronald caught a pass which ended in a touchdown. We are still not finished. Ryan Medina, the quarterback, also ran down the field scoring another touchdown. We also had Kalif Cox who made two extra points. The entire team worked very hard and it paid off. The Sr. Jets defeated the Sr. Giants by 51-28. In the first ten minutes of the game, the Sr. Giants were up 1413. Jordan Falcon, Nathan Bonilla and Javier Lopez made the touchdowns to keep the Sr. Giants in the game. Isiah Miller made some great defensive plays against the Sr. Jets and also made a touchdown, and there was Jordan Thompson who made the extra points for his team. The Sr. Jets just had the strength of Goliath and the wit of David. It began with Aaron Edwards who made the first interception and ran it down for a touchdown. The other team members followed; Jose Bonilla two touchdowns, Paul Couto made a touchdown, Christian Ozuna followed up with another touchdown, Raymond Freeman made a touchdown and when we thought the team couldn’t do anymore, Joshua Georgia James made a great 1 down catch which landed a touchdown for his teammates! The League would like to take this time to thank all the players, coaches, referees, and the parents. We are now planning the celebration banquet. Please look out for more information in the Co-op City Times. —Kevin Wa sh ingt on

In Memoriam In loving memory of Minnette T. Beecham Jr., who passed away on May 19, 2010 at 120 DeKruif Place, Building 7. We miss and love you so much and you will be remembered always by family, friends and your only son and daughter, Donte and Trisha. Ms. Beecham’s family may be contacted at (718) 671-5982.

join the New York Lyons Mane Track Club, under the professional guidance of Don Lyons. Call to register, 718-320-8035. Emergency Food Program - New Hours & Days We are now open on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 11:15 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. Baby food now available We now have baby food in stock. Hurry while supplies last.

Volunteers urgently needed! Would you like to volunteer? Contact us at (718) 3208035. Please help us to help you More food can be made available, however, in order to do so, we have to pay the pick-up and transportation costs. We ask the community to donate $1 - $5 to the Black Forum of Co-op City. Please send your donations to Black Forum, P.O. Box 563, Bronx, N.Y. 10475. 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: tonyshome10475@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.

Co-op City Branch of the NAACP Memorial Day weekend 2010 has begun. The NAACP salutes all those in history who participated in bringing the United States forward to being a country of equal rights for all and wishes everyone a safe and great weekend. Announcing two special incentives with regard to the NAACP Co-op City Branch fundraiser, a Pre-Father’s Day Disco that is being held on Saturday, June 5, at 177 Dreiser Loop - Aud. “A” from 4 p.m. – 10 p.m. First, ten prizes will be awarded to ten lucky men at the event and at no extra charge. Raffles will be given out at admission. Second, sell ten tickets (one table) and get 50% back on one ticket and free set-up. Time is running out, so let’s get our tickets now. This is a hot ticket, so make your reservations now and make it a family affair! Admission is $30 p.p. Music will be presented by “Total Experience,” DJ Stone. The musical menu will reflect music from the past to the present. Let’s all get our dancing shoes dusted off and have a great time. Please reserve your tickets early by calling: 718-379-3504, 718-671-7856 or 718379-1297. We thank Ms. Eleanor Donnelly for her work for this event. Last night on the Rachel Maddow Show, Benjamin Todd Jealous, President and CEO of the NAACP, chal-

lenged Kentucky political hopeful Rand Paul to a debate. Mr. Paul has made headlines for his opposition to certain aspects of the landmark Civil Rights Act of 1964. The landmark Civil Rights Act of 1964 outlawed racial segregation in voter registration, schools, workplaces and other public accommodations like hotels and restaurants. However, candidate Mr. Paul Rand has publicly disputed the legitimacy of portions of the law. Mr. Jealous says, “By winning his party’s nomination to represent them in the Senate, Rand Paul has signed on to the big leagues.” Jealous says, “Congratulations — let’s talk about the issues. It is time for a debate.” Members, it is teatime; participate in teatime with your friends, relatives and neighbors. During that time you can bring in new members and share the good news of the NAACP, the oldest civil rights organization. Additionally, the Co-op City Branch of the NAACP encourages you, renew your membership. Send your check now to the Co-op City Branch of the NAACP, P.O. Box 753111, Einstein Station, Bronx, 10475. We wish those that are ill or homebound a speedy and complete recovery and those celebrating a special event, such as a graduation, anniversary or birthday, a happy day. —E va L a za a r

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African-American Association C ollege Sch ola r ship P r ogr a m – This is the last notification to apply for the Association’s 2010 annual college scholarship. Call 718-379-5555 to obtain a Scholarship Application and Guidelines. The application deadline is May 30. The scholarship winner will be announced at the Association’s June 12th general membership meeting. R iver b a y Boa r d E lect ion s – Congratulations to the winner of the 2010 Riverbay Board of Directors elections. We trust that their leadership will encompass dedication and integrity and will benefit the residents of our community. The Association sponsors the following programs, in which we invite you to participate: Belly Da n cin g – Mondays at 7:00 p.m., Dreiser Center, Room #2. There will be special presentations for members and friends on Saturday, June 19th, 4:00 p.m. in Dreiser Center, Room 2. Call 646-281-

4570 if you would like to attend. Yoga & P ila t es M a t C la sses – Tuesdays and Thursdays, 7:00 p.m., Dreiser Center, Room #2. Call 718-6718364. Bu siness O ppor tu nit y Wor kshop Wednesdays, 7:00 p.m., Dreiser Center, Room 15. Call 646-721-8185. Sa lsa Da n ce Pr ogr a m – Thursdays through June 24th, 7:30 p.m., Dreiser Center, Auditorium A. Call 718-379-5555. Book Discu ssions – The next gathering is Monday, June 14th, 7:00 p.m., Dreiser Center, Room 15. The required reading is the forward, introduction and first chapter of “From Miseducation to Education” by Dr. Na’im Akbar. All are welcome. 718379-5555. J ob /E nt r epr eneur ia l Pr ogr a m – The Jobs Program is scheduled for Thursday, June 3rd, 7:00-9:00 p.m., Dreiser Center, Room 15. All are welcome. There will be a review resume preparation and on devel-

oping interviewing skills. F r ee C omp ut er C la sses have been postponed for the month of June and will resume in September. For further information, call Roger Toppin, 718-320-1424. C u b Scou ts – All parents will be notified of the next meeting. Call 718-3795555. C h ild r en’s 2010 F r eedom R etr ea t – Boys’ Retreat, July 11-24; Girls’ Retreat, July 25-August 7. The Children’s Freedom Retreat is intellectually and spiritually stimulating and is deeply rooted in African culture and understanding and respect for self, community and the natural world. Call 917-514-6523. M a lcolm X C om m em or a tion – If Minister El-Hajj Malik El-Shabazz, also known as Malcolm X, were alive today, we would have celebrated his 85th birthday on May 19th. Nonetheless, he left Black people with a prophetic message and a blueprint for freedom which are

priceless. Association members celebrated his birthday by participating in the 44th annual pilgrimage to his gravesite and by marching on the streets of Harlem where he frequently lectured. Be sure that your children and grandchildren know about the legacy of Malcolm X. Gen er a l M em ber ship M eet ing – The next meeting is scheduled for Saturday, June 12th at 4:00 p.m. in the Dreiser Community Center, Room 15. We urge you to attend and bring a friend and/or neighbor. Your ideas are welcomed for discussion and possible implementation. If you cannot attend, we encourage you to send your membership dues of $15 for individual adults and $25 for families to: African-American 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 ncine R eva J ones

American Legion Post 1871 To reach Post 1871, it is located at 135 Einstein Loop Community Center, Room 41, and if you have a computer, you can get in touch with us by email at post1871@optimum.net. Greetings to all our members of Post 1871 located in Co-op City who are residing in the Bay Park Nursing Home. Our minds and hearts are with you each day hoping that you will have a blessed day. Happy birthday to all Post members who have a birthday in June—Fastook J. Eugene, Alverez Jose, Craft R. William, Wright J. Benjamin, Dyson II A. William, Bernard Gibbs, Ramon F. Betancourt, Raymond Dyson, Aston O.

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Donizetti Building 4 Association Our next general meeting will be on June 10 in our meeting room at 7:30 p.m. in 4B rear. This is our last meeting before our summer break. Stop down, bring a friend, plus some new and fresh ideas to start our New Year in September. We will be finishing the results for our scholarship for two persons graduating from high school for the year 2010. Please check lobby for dates, someone

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Building 16 Association Building 16 Association meeting was held on May 17. Our guest speakers was Mrs. Lois English, C.S.O. officer, and Mr. Joe Boiko, Ombudsman. They spoke on the subject of that is going on around the building and Co-op City. There were many questions asked. Our next meeting will be June 21 at 7 p.m. This will be last meeting until September. All are welcomed. All floor

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captains, please come to the meeting as we have some important business to discuss. Please come. To all the birthday people, happy birthday to anyone who is having a special occasion. Congratulations! To the sick and shut-in, get well soon. To the bereaved, you have our sympathy. Looking to see you at our next meeting. —Clara Costa

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Church of the New Vision Pastor Anne L. Palmore and the congregation of New Vision Church extend a warm and friendly welcome to everyone to worship with us every Sunday at 8:00 a.m. 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. Prayer Service takes place every Wednesday 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 am s a n d E ven ts: Adult Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Youth Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Holy Communion is served the first

Knights of Pythias Co-op City Lodge # 616 Congratulations to all our new officers who were installed into office on May 21. They are: Chancellor Commander, Alan Coulter; Vice Chancellor Commander, Alan Katz; Prelate, Herb Yaller; Master at Arms, Lenny Lipensky; Financial Secretary, Cecil Kornreich; Treasurer, Mike Perl; Secretary, Joel Garfinkel; Inner Guard, Marvin Warm; Keeper of the Jewels, Neal Offen and Outer Guard, Stu Kogan. Let’s keep the momentum of this past year going for another successful term. On Sunday, May 23rd, ACDGC Randy Silver and myself attended the Humanitarian Fund Brunch at Leonard’s of Great Neck. Everyone had a great time. The money raised goes towards the scholarship awards, Pythian Camps, Juvenile Diabetes Foundation and the Service Men

& Veterans Committee. These are some of the charities that the order supports. Everyone should be proud of our activities that help these causes this year. The Co-op City Little League is coming to a close soon. I hope our members have had an opportunity to see our team play this year. I know that I think they did a great job. We will be having a pizza party for them on June 5th at the Little League Fields. I hope our brothers will come and have some fun with the team and give them your show of support. R E M I NDE R : June 13th is our RECEPTION TO OFFICERS at the Seashore Restaurant at City Island. Check our bulletin for details as this is one event you don’t want to miss. Fraternally yours, —Dou g H a n d ler

Sunday of the month. Youth Sunday takes place the second Sunday of the month. Seniors Sunday - the fifth Sunday of the month. Single’s Ministry meet every 3rd Tuesday of the month at 6:00 p.m. Midday Bible Study - every Tuesday from noon to 1:00 p.m. Senior, Family and Friends Day will be held on Sunday, June 13, during the 11:00 a.m. service, with dinner served immediately after. Family and friends are invited for an afternoon of praise, wor-

ship and fellowship. Come join New Vision’s Partners in Reading Program every Sunday from 1:40 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Students in grades 1 to 8 enjoy, explore, and improve reading through small groups and reading partners. Parents, we encourage you to bring your children to benefit from this free program taught by trained professionals. Church of New Vision is located at 135 Einstein Loop, Room #33, Bronx, NY 10475; Telephone: (718) 671-8746 or (718) 320-0409. —Ca r ole H aq u e

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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 7:00 p.m. THE FOLLOWING PROGRAMS ARE AT THE CHURCH’S ANNEX: 2053 ASCH LOOP NORTH (CO-OP CITY) Morning Prayer Services - Tuesday, 6:00 a.m. – 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. OT H E R SC H E DUL E D E VE NT S: REVIVAL TIME AT CPC Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, June 2 – 4, at 7:30 p.m. Community Protestant‘s Spring Revival. Our Dynamic Revivalist will be Reverend James D. Morrison, Pastor,

Mt. Lebanon Baptist Church, Bronx. Sunday, June 13th at 11:00 a.m. – Annual Women’s Day Celebration. Our theme: “Living the Abundant Life.” Our Guest Preacher will be Reverend Pat Lawson, Associate Minister, Convent Avenue Baptist Church. Thursday, June 17 – Saturday, June 19 – Join the Missionary Ministry for their “Girlfriends Getaway Part II” for two nights’ luxurious accommodations at the Crowne Plaza Reading Hotel, Reading, PA. Price: $375/double occupancy. For reservations and/or additional information, call (718) 671-0425 or (718) 379-4237. The next gathering of the Soul Sisters Reading network will be on Saturday, July 17th at 10:00 a.m. at the Annex. Their selection is LIFE IS SHORT BUT WIDE by J. California Cooper. Join them in discussion about this irresistible story of family that proves no matter who you are or what you do, you are never too old to chase your dreams. Contact cpcsisters@aol.com or (718) 320-1193 for additional information and to RSVP your attendance. Wednesday, July 21 – Friday, July 23: The Pastor’s Aid Ministry’s Delaware Delight and More Tour. Includes deluxe hotel accommodations, visit to Ocean City, Atlantic City, shopping Spree at Rehoboth Beach Outlets, crabfeast at Old Mill Crab House, buffet lunch at

Dover Downs; 2 breakfasts. Cost: $$375/double; $477/single. For reservations and/or additional information, call (718) 994-5761 or (718) 652-2906. August 10-13 (Tuesday – Friday) CPC Tours Boothbay Harbor, Maine Tour – “The Soul of Maine Coast.” Cost: $569 double occupancy. For additional rates, information or to reserve a space, call (718) 6711182. The Women’s Guild sponsors a FANTASTIC 12-DAY ALASKAN CRUISE/TOUR - August 10 – 22. For more information or to make reservations, call: (718) 671-5961 or (718) 320-1435. H O L D T H E DAT E ! Saturday, September 18th, 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. at Dreiser Auditorium B, the Pastor’s Aid and Missionary Ministries sponsor an elegant and exciting FASHION SHOW AND LUNCHEON. For additional information and to purchase tickets, call (718) 379-4237; (718) 652-2906 or the church at (718) 862-9172. The doors of Community Protestant Church are open to all to worship and fellowship with Christian believers of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. You are cordially invited to come in, join in and receive your blessing. —E va n G. M it ch ell

Coalition of African-American Churches & Community Organizations The Coalition of African-American Churches & Community Organizations of Co-op City, Inc. thanks everyone that attended its first Awards Breakfast Celebration to celebrate the spiritual leaders of Co-op City at our Pastors’ Recognition Day Celebration, Saturday, May 15. Special thanks to the staff of The Pelham Bay Diner Banquet Room for a job well done. Also, special thanks to the Guest Speaker—the Dynamic Rev. Edward Alexander Mulraine (Pastor of the United Baptist Tabernacle, Mt. Vernon, NY.) H on or ees: Rev. Elisamuel “Sam” Colon, Rev. Dr. Milca Alvarez-Plaud, Archbishop Angelo & Bishop Nancy Rosario, Rev. Richard Sibblies, Rev. Dr. Williamson S. Taylor, Rev. Deborah & Minister Frank Jenkins, Rev. Anne L. Palmore, Rev. Dr. Robert A. Smith, Jr., and Rev. Dr. Sheldon E. Williams. Those most responsible for the very well received event are Mr. & Mrs. Leonard S. Murrell (Chairpersons), Patricia Bonaparte (President), Francine Reva Jones, Theodore E. Byrd Jr., Dolores W. Rankin, Ronald Jeffries, Mrs. Elayne U. Cole, Deacon Linwood

Wilson, Regina Usher and Harman T. Leacock. Next general membership meeting is on Tuesday, June 1, at 7:00 p.m., 177 Dreiser Loop Community Center, Room15. The Coalition continues to plan activities that will enhance the quality of life in our community. 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 the 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 e a coc k

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The Building 30 Association (A & B) is here for you! There is always an advantage to becoming a member of your association. Won’t you please join? Be sure to read the Building 30 Bulletin Board located in your lobby to learn of future get together events. Attention: We have an email address. It is: Building30@hotmail.com Join the Crochet Club every Wednesday from 1 to 3 p.m. in our meeting room on the “B” side. Learn how to crochet with Linda. Her students are progressing very nicely. She has patience and teaches you with feeling. Give it a try! It’s a great way to exercise your mind and fingers. Thanks to our teacher Linda Werner. Coming Events: We will continue to run our 50/50 raffle at our meetings. Refreshments always follow at the end of the meeting. Watch the Association Bulletin Board in your lobby for dates and times of events. Get involved and make a difference!! We are looking forward to meeting and greeting you at the meetings. Thank you to our President, Monica Moss, for the delicious cakes at our collation. We are planning a Game Night for Thursday evenings from 7:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. So watch our Bulletin Board for further information. —Miriam E. Berlofsky

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Co-op City Baptist Church Rev. Dr. Sheldon E. Williams and the Co-op City Baptist Church family invite the community to join us tomorrow for worship service at 8:00 a.m. and at 11:00 a.m. Sunday School for adults and children is held at 9:15 a.m. Bible class and prayer service is held on Wednesdays at 1:00 p.m. Bible study is held on Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m. and on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday at 5 p.m. Prayer Service is held on Fridays at noon and at 7:30 p.m. The Co-op City Baptist Church is located at 135 Einstein Loop, Room 50 (lower level). Our telephone number is 718-320-3774. We invite you to worship, study, and pray with us. Visit us on the web at www.coopcitybaptistchurch.org. If you are unable to attend church serv-

ice, you may dial in to listen on PODCAST. You may call (646) 929-2953 at noon to hear the service. You are invited to join the Co-op City Baptist Church for midweek worship service on Wednesdays from noon to 1:00 for a mid-week spiritual pick-up. Come as you are and spend an hour with the Lord. If you are not able to attend, you may phone in on our PODCAST at 646-929-2953.. Rev. Dr. Sheldon E. Williams has written a book entitled: “Principle Centered Living: 9 Reasons to Maintain your Values in a Pressure-Filled World.” To get your copy, call the church or order online at www.PrincipleCenteredLiving.com. Tomorrow, Sunday, May 30, the Senior Choir will celebrate their 3rd

Anniversary at our 11 a.m. service. All are invited to come and celebrate this day with them. The First Lady’s Ministry invites you to a Fellowship Brunch on June 5, at 11 a.m. in the Einstein Community, Room 45. The guest speaker will be Rev. Christella Watts, Associate Minister at the Thessalonica Worship Center located in the Bronx. The theme is “Now Is The Time To Seek The Lord”, Isaiah 55:6. The donation is $20. Feast Delivers,” hosted by the Just For Men Ministry, invites everyone to participate. Make your selection by circling the item(s) on the menu. Add $5 to your total as a service charge and bring your receipt at pick-up time. Payment is

due June 6, and distribution on June 12 from 11 a.m. to noon at the church. This month, there is a Baby Lamb Chop Dinner special for $20. For additional information, call the church. Saturday, June 26, from 9:30 a.m. 3:00 p.m., the church will sponsor a Youth/Young Adult Conference & Workshop. All youth ages 10-18 are invited to attend. There will be four workshops on topics that have been especially chosen to address the needs of today’s youth and young adults. We look forward to all youths and young adults from the community and churches to come. If you require any information, please call 646-842-2458 or the church at 718-320-3774. —H a t t ie L . L u ca s

Church of the Savior Rev. Dr. Robert A. Smith, Jr., Pastor; Lady Theresa M. Smith, cofounder; Rev. McMillian, Assistant Pastor and the Church of the Savior family extend an invitation to every person to worship with us. We are a non-denominational, inter-racial, intercultural, 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 Coop 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 26, 28, 30 or QBX1 to Dreiser Loop and DeKruif Pl. Divine Word delivered by Rev. Gregory McMillian, Assistant Pastor. Scripture lesson: Gospel of Luke 6:17-23. Sunday Morning Schedule: Adult Bible Study – 9:15 a.m. Divine Worship 10:30 a.m. Good news! Our children’s Sunday School is ready to teach and nurture your

child/children in the word of God. All sessions are during worship service. Weekly Activity – Tune In!!– 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 – Monday, 7:00 p.m. Do you need a safe, confidential place where you can share your grief? Have you lost a spouse, mother, father, significant other, child, brother, sister or treasured friend. Are you hurting, feeling no one understands your pain? Members of our group are

also grieving a loss and are here for you. All sessions are confidential. We welcome you to join us. We respect and affirm all persons. Upcoming Events* Sunday, June 20 - Father’s Day speaker, Bishop Richard Curtis. Pastor Gospel Mission Pentecostal Church, Bronx, NY. * Saturday, June 26 - Great Adventure Gospelfest featuring Tye Tribbett. Tickets $50 includes transportation and admission. For information, please call 718-925-5052. Seats will go fast, no reservations, only PAID tickets will get you a seat! Thought to warm your heart: “God may say “wait” but God never says worry.”

American Legion Auxiliary Unit 1871 All paid memberships are requested to be present in uniform on Sunday, May 30 at 11 a.m. to participate in the preparation for the Co-op City Annual Memorial Day Ceremony.

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Bartow

Dreiser

Date:

Kosher

Non-Kosher

Soups, Breads and Desserts

Crochet & Knitting

Mon., May 31

C L O SE D

Sliced turkey breast w/brown gravy, red bliss potatoes, brussels sprouts

Salisbury steak w/onions & gravy, mashed potatoes, carrots & peas

Rye bread, orange

Chicken cutlet, steak fries, Italian blend

Whole wheat bread, diced peaches

Einstein

Monday, May 31

Library Library

9:30 - 1:00 pm Rm. 49

9:30 - 1 pm Rm. 31

Line Dancing

Alert & Alive

10:00 am Rm. 45

Stay Well Exercise

10:00 am Rm. 31

Dominoes

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2 - 4 pm Rm. 25

1:00 pm Rm. 49

11:00 am Rm. 31

2 - 4 pm Rm. 34

2 - 4 pm Rm. 7

meatloaf w/gravy, Wed., Beef egg noodles, June 2 chopped spinach

10:00 am Rm 31

Dominoes

Library, Exercise, Chat session

Rosemary chicken, yams, green beans

10:00 am Rm. 49

10:00 am Rm. 31

Tai Chi

9:30 am – 1:00 pm Rm. 7

Oxtail, rice & peas, lettuce & tomatoes w/dressing

Rye bread, bananas

Bingo

Thurs., June 3 Fri., June 4

Baked Hoki w/pepper & onions, yellow rice, peas & carrots

Tilapia, Mexican corn, collard greens

Whole wheat bread, pineapple tidbits

Internet Cafe

Current Events

Tuesday, June 1

9:00 am Rm. 7

Beg. Self Defense

Freestyle Dancing

11:00 am Rm. 45

Alert & Alive

9:00 am Rm. 31

Bingo

10:30 am Rm. 7

Adv. Self Defense

1:00 pm Rm. 49

10:00 am Rm. 31

Internet Cafe

Mixed Cultural Dance

Dominoes

Computer lab 2 - 4 pm Rm. 34

2:30 pm Rm. 25

Word Games

10:30 am Aud. A

Tuesday Movie 2 - 4 pm Rm. 7

All meals served w/margarine and fresh milk *Menu subject to change without notice. We ask that members please

2 - 4 pm Rm. 25

call their center at least one day in advance to register for lunch:

Wednesday, June 2

Bingo10:00 am Rm. 31 Stay Well Exercise

Dominoes

10:00 am Rm. 31

Word Games

Spelling Bee

2-4 pm Rm. 25

10:00 am in Rm. 49

Line Dancing

Spanish Practice Class

Garden Club

11:00 am Rm. 31

Dominoes

10:30 am Computer lab

Tai Chi

2:30 pm Rm. 25

Bingo

11:00 a.m. Rm. 2

Current Events

1:00 pm Rm. 49

Art

2 - 4 pm Rm. 25 Blood Pressure 1st /3rd

Internet Cafe

Wed. 9:00 -10:00 Rm. 31

Computer lab 2 - 4 pm Rm. 34

9:30 am – 1:00 pm Rm. 7

1:00 - 3:30 p.m. Rm. 7

9:30 – 1:00 pm Rm. 7

10:00 am in Rm. 31

Dominoes

Line Dancing

Library

10:00 am Rm. 45

10 am Aud. A

9:00 am – 1:00 pm Rm. 31

Stay Well Exercise

Belly Dancing

10 -11 am Rm. 45

12:30 p.m. Aud. A

Chat session

Spelling Bee

“Handi-Flex”

9:30 – 1:00 pm Rm. 31

11:00 am Rm. 49

Dominoes

Bingo

2:30 pm Rm. 25

1:00 pm Rm. 49

Word Games

Internet Cafe

1 p.m. Aud. A Drama 1:30 - 4 pm Rm. 7

2 - 4 pm Rm. 25

2 - 4 pm Rm. 34

Blood Pressure 1st & 3rd Thursday 10:00 -11:30 am Rm. 7

“Movie Madness” 9:30 am Rm. 31

Dominoes

Friday, June 4

10 am Rm. 45

Crochet & Knitting 9:00 am Rm. 2

Bingo

Art

10:00 am Rm. 31

10:00 am Rm. 45

Day at the Movies w/popcorn

Bingo

10:00 am Rm. 7

Spelling Bee

1:00 pm Rm. 49

11:00 am Rm. 31

Meditative Moments

Internet Cafe

11:00 am Rm. 8

2 - 4 pm Rm. 34

Dominoes 12:30 pm Rm. 31

Blood Pressure 2nd & 4th Friday

Word Games

10:00 -11:30 am Rm. 49

2 - 4 pm Rm. 25

Current Events 2 - 4 pm Rm. 7 *Schedule subject to changes without notice*

WEEKLY TRIPS 1st Monday: 1st & 3rd Mondays: Every Tuesday: Every Friday:

Stew Leonard’s Super Wal-Mart Bowling Swimming

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

Upcoming Events/Trips

10:30 am Rm. 7

Library/Exercise/Chat

Bingo

Thursday, June 3

Library, Exercise, Chat session,

10:00 am in Rm. 45

$5 $12 $10 $3

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

JASA - CLOSED MONDAY, MAY 31st FOR MEMORIAL DAY. Come and join us at the Einstein Senior Center located 135 Einstein Loop in Room 45 starting on Wednesday, June 2nd, 10:00 -11:00 a.m. for a FREE Beginner’s Self Defense Class with John Covington. This class will run for 12 weeks. After the 12 weeks, participants will move on to the Advanced Self Defense Class. If you are interested, please SIGN UP at the Einstein Center. FREE INTERNET CAFÉ EVERYDAY AT THE EINSTEIN SENIOR CENTER, 135 Einstein Loop, FROM 2:00-4:00 PM IN ROOM 34. This Monday, we are closed. TUESDAY MOVIE AT DRIESER FROM 2:00 – 4:00 PM IN ROOM 7. Popcorn will be served. J E R SE Y G ARDE NS M AL L Thursday, June 11 - Transportation/boxed lunch only $13. Pick-up information: Bartow at 8:00 a.m., Dreiser Loop at 8:15 a.m., Einstein Loop at 10:30 a.m. Phone registration will begin immediately at 10 a.m. Please sign up by calling the Bartow office at (718) 3202066. Payment can be made at the local senior center. Due to the lack of participation transportation for the trip to Tanger Outlet will be JASA vehicles. For those that paid $25 for the coach bus, $10 will be refunded; Date of trip is June 4th. Price includes 6 hours of shopping. Tanger One-10 a.m.-1 p.m. and Tanger Two 1:15-4 p.m. Bus departs at 4 p.m. Pick-ups: Bartow-8 a.m., Dreiser, 8:15 a.m. and Einstein 8:30 a.m. Please call to register at any of the local senior

centers or at the Bartow office at (718) 320-2066. Deposit of $10 is required upon registration. Full payment is due IMMEDIATELY. Any questions, please call 718-320-2066, Ext. 2001. Thank you. N o r d ic L o d g e L o b s t e r F e s t C h a r lest on , R h od e I sla n d /M oh ega n Su n - Friday, June 25th–$130. Price includes Coach bus, 5 hours at Mohegan Sun, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. The casino includes: $10 meal voucheror free buffet & 1 $10 free bet on the big 6 wheel. Nordic Lodge 4:30-6:30 p.m. to enjoy a wonderful dinner. Pick-ups: Bartow - 8 a.m., Dreiser8:15 a.m. and Einstein-8:30 a.m. Departure at 6:30 p.m. Please call to register at any of the local senior centers or at the Bartow office at 718-320-2066. Deposit of $50 is required upon registration. Full payment is due by June 1st. Flyers are located at the senior centers and office. Father’s Day Event-Thursday, June 17th from 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. – Please join us in celebrating the men in our lives. Guests will enjoy live musical entertainment by DJ Woody dancing, raffle prizes & a delicious luncheon. A special presentation by Eli with a Line Dancing performance and much, much more. Bartow Senior Center in Room 31- Doors open at 10:30 a.m.-$3 tickets may be purchased in advance at any of the community centers, Mon.Fri., 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. or $5 at the door at Bartow Center the day of the event. FREE transportation is available: Einstein Loop at 10:15 a.m. & Dreiser at 10:45 a.m.

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WEEKLY SCHEDULE BUILDING & TOWNHOUSES ASSOCIATIONS Debs Place Association“Meeting”: Thurs., 6/3; 7:00 pm (Dreiser Room 8)

HOBBIES African-American Association, “Yoga/Pilates Classes”: Tues., 6/1; & Thurs., 6/3; 6:00 pm. (Dreiser Room 2); “Salsa Class”, Thurs., 6/3; 6:00 pm (Dreiser Aud. A)

Co-op City Duplicate Bridge Club: Wed., 6/2; 6:00 pm (Dreiser Room 9)

POLITICAL Co-op City Democratic “Forum”: Thurs., 6/3; 7:00 pm (Bartow Room 31)

RELIGIOUS Circle of Christ Church: Fri., 6/4; 6:00 pm & Sun., 6/6; 9:00 am Church Service (Bartow Rooms 28 & 31)

Church of the New Vision Bible Study: Sun., 6/6; 9:00 am (Einstein Room 38) Deeper Life Bible Church: Tues., 6/1; 5:00 pm (Dreiser Room 1) Faith @ Work Christian Church: Thurs., 6/3; 5:30 pm & Sun., 6/6; 8:00 am (Dreiser Room 8)

Iglesia Crisitiana Marcos 16:15; Sun., 6/6, 10:00 am (Einstein Room 35) Harvest Restoration Ministries: Sun., 6/6; 10:00 am (Dreiser Room 10) Mt. Calvary Baptist Church: Thurs., 6/3; 6:00 pm (Dreiser Room 9)

SCOUTS

AARP Chapter #4997 F YI : “Year-end Outdoor Celebration” at Craigmeur Resort in Morris County Park (NJ) on MONDAY, JUNE 14; bus leaving from Asch Loop (in front of the library) at 7:45 a.m. Please be on time. To notify Peachtree Chapter of illness or bereavement, contact Frances Wilson, Good & Welfare Coordinator – 718-671-5493. 2010 T OUR C O M M I T T E E AC T I VI T I E S: June 4 (Fri.) – 5-hour stay at Mohegan Sun Casino w/a cash bonus; buffet dinner; Patti LaBelle in concert (in CT); Mid-mezzanine seats (suggest that you bring a “buddy” to walk home with you – late return) — $125/person – SOLD OUT— Bus leaving from Asch Loop (in front of the library) at 9:45 a.m. Contact Wini/Delores. July 20 (Tues.) – Return of the 3-in-1 Day Outing – trip includes lunch at Phillips Seafood Restaurant; a boat ride in Atlantic City Harbor and 6-hour stay at an Atlantic City Casino (to be announced) — $75 –contact Jeanne – 718-379-3742. August 10 (Tues.) – “All You Can Eat Lobster” HuKeLau; also includes king crab legs; prime rib; Bar-B-Q chicken; summer salads, rolls; along with the

famous Polynesian Revue Show; deluxe motor coach transportation - $90/person…. contact Delores 718-379-2176. August 23 (Sun.) – September 4 (Sat.) - Scandinavia and Russia on Royal Caribbean’s Jewel of the Sea – 13 days/12 nights – ports of call include Harwich, England; Copenhagen, Denmark; Stockholm, Sweden; Helsinki, Finland; St. Petersburg, Russia; Tallinn, Estonia; and Gothenburg, Sweden; Final payment due May 14, 2010 – contact Jeanne – 718-379-3742. 2011 SAVE T H E DAT E January 19-29, 2011 – “No-Fly” Cruise Winter Escape; 11 days/10 nights; depart from New York via Deluxe Motor Coach w/overnight stops; arriving in Charleston (SC) to board the ship to Key West (FL); Nassau & Freeport (Bahamas); returning with overnight stops; pricing to be announced; trip insurance optional (recommended); $125 deposit and a Registration Form due together for each person travelling; 2nd payment ($500) due August 1; Final payment due Oct. 1st – contact Jeanne – 718-379-3742. —Delor es Deb n a m

Greater NewYork Girl Scouts: Fri., 6/4; 3:00 pm (Dreiser Rooms 1, 2, 9 & 4)

Einstein Cancer Fund

SENIORS JASA Senior Services “Luncheon”: Tues. - Fri., 6/1 - 6/4; 8:00 am (Bartow Room 31) Retirees of Dreiser Loop “Meeting”: Wed., 6/2; 1:00 pm (Dreiser Aud. A)

SERVICE & CIVIC Weight Watchers Nutrition Program: Tues., 6/1; “Meeting Time” 6:00 pm (Dreiser Room 4)

Williamsbridge Youth Club “Meeting”: Thurs., 6/3; 4:00 pm (Dreiser Room 1)

Baychester Library Events THE LIBRARY is CLOSED TODAY, SATURDAY, May 29th through MONDAY, May 31st for MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND Saturday, June 5 • 2 p.m. — Frederic Chopin, (1810-1849) A program to celebrate the 200th anniversary of the birth of the great composer and virtuoso pianist. The Bronx Conservatory of Music in collaboration with Baychester Branch presents Frederic Chopin: Romantic Music Before and After: An introduction to Chopin’s life and artistry by Mariya Spektor, a pianist and a faculty member and student performances. Kids Games on Wii & Nintendo — Monday, June 7, 14, 21 & 28 • 3:30 p.m. Teens Advisory Group — Tuesday, June 8, 22 & 29 • 4:00 p.m. What’s happening in your world? What’s the hottest book, movie or CD right now? What programs does the library need? Let us know and you can earn community service credit for your school. Ages 12 - 18 years old. Book Discussion Goup — Wednesday, June 23 • 4:30 p.m. Got anything good to read? Check out what the librarian has recommended. We’ve got the books — now we need you to talk! Ages 14 and older. • Friday, June 4 — 10:30 a.m. Clase de Internet en Español para adultos (se require saber usar el ratón (“mouse”) • (se aceptan 6 personas solamente) Kids Reading Aloud — Wednesday, June 2, 16, 23 & 30 • 3:30 p.m. Chess Club — Thursday, June 3, 10, 17 & 24 • 3:30 p.m. • Kids Arts & Crafts — Friday, June 18 • 3 p.m. • Adults Computer Class — Friday, June 25 • 10:30 a.m. Game Day — Friday, June 4 • 3:00 p.m. • “Birds of Prey” — Wednesday, June 9 • 3:30 p.m. Kids Summer Reading Kick-Off Party — Friday, June 11 • 3:00 p.m. FREE COMPUTER CLASSES: Mouse & Keyboard Skills • Tuesday, June 1 • 10:30 a.m. • Internet Search Basics (Pre-requisite: Mouse & keyboard skills) • Tuesday, June 8 • 10:30 am Adults Summer Reading Kick-Off Party (Unsinkable Woman): Stories & Songs) — Saturday, June 12 • 1 p.m. • Teen Summer Reading Kick-Off Party — Tuesday, June 15 • 4 p.m. Healthy Relationships: What Love Got to Do With It? Think about dating, or that special someone? Bring your questions to the relationship expert, Mara Gottlieb, LMSW. — Tuesday, June 15 • 4 p.m. Teens Book Group — Friday, June 25 • 3:00 p.m. Talk about books you’ve read and how the books relate to our lives! • Sneak A Snack (Monday - Friday) 2:15 p.m. — 3:15 p.m • Bring snack, read magazines, play Sodoku, or do a crossword puzzle exclusively in the library’s Community Room.

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On this Memorial Day weekend, let us remember and hold in prayer our men and women in the Armed Services and most importantly that many who have laid down their lives for our freedom. General membership meeting Tuesday June 1st in room 38 at Einstein Center at 1:30 p.m. There will be a Bingo game and refreshments will be served. Everyone is welcomed. Tuesday June 15th — Showboat Casino Cost is $27 with a $30 slot play bonus Pick-up at 8 a.m. starting at Einstein with Asch Loop and Dreiser Loop to follow. Thursday June 24 – Le Neve for luncheon and show, The Rat Pack. Great entertainment by sound-a-likes to Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Sammy Davis Jr.

and Joey Bishop. It’s nostalgia at its best by the impersonators. Cost per person is $70 due to the increased cost of chartered buses. The menu is as follows: cold antipasto platter, pasta with vodka sauce, roast beef and roasted chicken, potato, vegetables, special dessert, coffee, tea, wine, beer, soda and most of all, one-hour open bar. Partial or full payments are accepted. Everyone is welcome. For the above trips, please call Mildred at 718-320-0288; Loretta, 718-671-2958, or Lydia at 718-671-3005 as well as for memorial cards. A very special thanks to Audrey Jurasic on her wonderful column in reference to our 2 day trip of Josef the Musical. Good health and healing is wished to all. —Lyd ia R u a s

Goose Island Seniors On Sunday, May 30, we are not having a Bingo Game because it’s Memorial Day weekend. Also, the centers will be closed Monday 31. Wednesday, June 2, Bingo game in Room 38 at 1:30 p.m. Admission is $2 for members only. Refreshments served. Wednesday, June 9, going to Royal Manor, Garfield, N.J. Show and luncheon price is $60 (sixty dollars). Pick-up time, 9:30 a.m. at our 3 usual bus stops. Einstein Center Asch Loop (back of library) and Dreiser Loop. Tuesday, June 29, going to Atlantic City Showboat. Price is $30. Due to cost increase of our bus, rebate is $30. Pick-up time is 8 a.m. at our 3 usual bus stops. Thursday, July 15 going to Platz. Brauhaus. You will have a lovely day outdoors with plenty of food, fun, and games. Price is $56 (fifty-six dollars). Pick-up

time is 8:30 a.m. at our 3 usual bus stops. Thursday, November 11, our End of Year party at Seashore Restaurant in City Island. Price is $50 (fifty-dollars) for members, $54 (fifty- four dollars) for nonmembers. Seven entrees to choose from. Music and entertainment by Mr. Willard. Starting time is 12:30 - 4:30 p.m. Goose Island members and staff would like to thank Mr. James Kenzie for attending our General Meeting, May 20. Everyone greeted him and enjoyed the informative talk. Thank you, Mr. James McKenzie. See Ann or Mary for more information about our trips. Call 1-718379-9613 or come to Room 39 at 135 Einstein Center, Monday – Thursday, 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. We accept deposits or full payments on our trips. —M a r y P illa Good health to all.

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Co-op City Times / May 29, 2010

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

Each of us has a choice as to what we focus on in the immediate present. The old question: “Is the glass half full or half empty?” applies on a daily basis and a moment by moment basis. Happiness in life is a matter of focusing on the present. If you appreciate the good in every moment, then ultimately your life is filled with millions of moments of happiness and is a happy life. If one focuses on the past, it is often with regrets for missed opportunities or

lost benefits. You can focus on the past, but there is no future in it. If one looks to the future with expectations or wishes that things should be different, he misses out on appreciating what is going on now and is probably focusing on what is “missing” now. I once saw a beautiful quote that sums it up. “The past is history, the future a mystery and ‘now’ is a gift which is why it’s called the ‘present’.” Appreciate the present!

Retirees of Dreiser Loop The RETIREES’’ monthly General meetings are held on the first Wednesday at 1 p.m. in the Dreiser Loop Auditorium. Our annual luncheon will be held at the Marina Del Rey on Wednesday, June 16th, from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. Price: $75. This year, our Woman of the Year is Virginia Bolling and our Man of the Year is Leonard Murrell. You can get your tickets from Beverly Waller. **T R AVE L AC T I VI T I E S: Thursday,, July 22nd - Picnic has been called off. We are also going to: *July 10-18 (9 days, 8 nights, Sat.-Sun.). To Tunica, MS and Memphis, TN. Tour Memphis--visit the Civil Rights Museum, dedicated to Martin L. King, the Smithsonian Museum, the Rock ‘n’ Soul Museum, and much, much more. Price: $690 per person-double occupancy. (Contact Eleanora Jones at 718-671-5707). *September 19-24 (6 days, 5 nights, Mon.-Fri.). Historical Savannah, GA and neighboring towns. Price: $489 per per-

son-double occupancy. (5 breakfasts & 3 dinners). SEATS ARE GOING FAST. Your deposit, with your name and telephone number, will hold your seats. (Contact - Dolores Shivers at 917-2820320). **T H E AT R E C O M M I T T E E : • Sat., July 17th, Spirit of New York Cruise Luncheon, 12:00-2:00 p.m., Sat., July 17th. Price: $62. See members of the Theatre Committee on Thursday afternoons, after 3 p.m., in Room 19 or call (718) 3790377. **CHECKS OR MONEY ORDERS only WILL BE ACCEPTED FOR ALL CLUB ACTIVITES. **GO O D AND W E L FAR E : Our condolences and prayers are extended to the family of Lillian Jones, who passed away on May 15th. You may contact Elinor Gordon at (718) 379-8755 regarding illnesses and bereavements. Good health and good fortune to all! —C la u det t e Da vis

Rest in peace!

Traditional Synagogue The Traditional Synagogue of Co-op City, Young Israel of Baychester, Section 5 at 115 Einstein Loop, welcomes you to pray with them. Tel. 718-379-6920 Not e : NEW office hours are on Thursday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and on Sunday from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Candle lighting on Friday, June 4, is before 7:20 p.m. Shabbos ends today, Saturday, May 29, at 9:08 p.m. We recite Havdallah (The Recital over the Wine) at the end of Shabbos. Mincha services on Saturday, May 29 are at 7:00 p.m. The community is always welcome to attend our various functions and enjoy a great day of fun and friendship. Rabbi Kronengold is encouraging you all to attend his most informative classes. The evening class will take place at 7:15 p.m. The topic for this week is “Study of Chapter 1-PIRKEI AVOT”-The Ethics of our Fathers. Coming Events: Saturday, May 29--Services are at 9 a.m. The parsha is BeHaalotecha. Sunday, May 30 at 1 p.m. – Help Coop City honor the memory of our War Veterans on this Memorial Day as we gather in the Memorial Park on Bartow Avenue. They served our country, now it is our turn to say thanks by honoring

them. Sunday, June 6 at 1:30 p.m.-The Sisterhood sponsors an afternoon of Bingo. Admission includes noshes and refreshments. The cost is $3 per person. Monday, June 7 at 1:00 p.m. - Join the Sisterhood at a General Membership Meeting. Saturday, June 12 – Erev Rosh Chodesh Sunday, June 12 – Rosh Chodesh – The First of Tammuz Sunday, June 13 at 1:30 p.m. – The Synagogue sponsors this afternoon of Bingo. Refreshments are served and noshes are on the tables. Please join us! The cost is $3/person. Sunday, June 20 – Happy Father’s Day to all. Good and Welfare: Happy birthday and anniversary greetings to all who are celebrating during the month of June. A happy, happy birthday is wished to Sharon Abel who celebrates on Tuesday, May 29. Have a great day. Please be sure to fulfill your Yizkor pledges. Thank you! Dues for 2010 are now in order! Please! Support the Synagogue. We need your help. Thank you. Shalom! —M ir ia m E velyn Ber lofsky

CANCER SURVIVORS We celebrate your survivorship as Guests of Honor at the 5th Annual Relay For Life of Co-op City! Join us for a day of live entertainment, fun and games as we commemorate your victory over cancer. YOU ARE LIVING PROOF THAT THIS DISEASE CAN BE BEAT!

Date: June 12 – June 13, 2010 Time: 1pm – 1am Location: Truman High School Football Field 750 Baychester Avenue, Bronx, NY Website: http://www.relayforlife.org/coopcityny For more information about Relay For Life, please contact:

It is with deep regret that we announce the passing of Leighton Simpson, a Utilityman in the Riverbay Maintenance Department Emergency Desk who was part of the Riverbay family for over 5 years. Please keep the entire Simpson family in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

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Faith In God Church & Bible Institute Praise the Lord, everyone! Rev. Dr. Gladys Little has had ten years of training at Manhattan Bible Institute, and has earned Bachelor, Master, and Doctorate degrees in Religious Education from New World Theological-Seminary in Blytheville, Arkansas. She has been pastoring Faith In God Church for three decades. Her assistant is Minister Vernon Little who was trained at the Faith In God Church & Bible Institute, Inc. Rev. Dr. Gladys Little, Pastor of Faith In God Church, and her assistant, Minister Vernon Little would like to thank the

Coalition of African-American Churches & Community Organizations for their beautiful First Awards Breakfast. I leave this word with everyone: Philippians 4:4-9 says: 4 Rejoice in the Lord always. Again I will say, rejoice! 5 Let your gentleness be known to all men. The Lord is at hand. 6 Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your request be made known to God; 7 And the peace of God, which sur-

passes all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus. 8 Finally, brethren, whatever things are true, whatever things are noble, whatever things are just, whatever things are pure, whatever things are lovely, whatever things are of good report, if there is any virtue and if there is anything praiseworthy-meditate on these things. 9 The things which you learned and received and heard and saw in me, these do, and the God of peace will be with you. I nvit a tion s: Church doors open today at 3 p.m. for

a Sweet Hour of Prayer. Tomorrow morning at 10, Dr. Little teaches a Sunday School class. Morning Worship is at 11. Please come out and support these services. Also, support the gospel rap song ‘Proverbs’ by Min. Vernon Little. It can be sampled and downloaded at itunes, napster, emusic, cdbaby, etc. We are located at 171 Dreiser Loop in Section 1. Our phone numbers are (347) 276-4925 & (718) 671-3627. Jesus loves you, and so do we. —R ev Dr. G la dys L it t le

Pentecostal Tabernacle The Pentecostal Tabernacle welcomes everyone to attend worship service at 120 Benchley Pl., Building 24 (street level). Sunday School for all ages begins at 10:30 a.m. Mid-day worship service starts at 11:45 a.m. - 2 p.m. Prayer meeting every Wednesday evening at 7:30 p.m. Bible study every Friday evening at 7:30 p.m. Focu s: The Gospel Message to the Gentiles, The preaching of the gospel of Jesus

Christ brings conviction and salvation when preached to those who hunger for God. Then Peter opened his mouth, and said, of a truth I perceive that God is no respecter of persons: But in every nation he that feareth him, and worketh Righteousness, is accepted with him. The word which God sent unto the children of Israel, preaching peace by Jesus Christ. That word, I say ye know which was published throughout all Judaea, and began from Galilee, after the baptism which John preached.

How God anointed Jesus of Nazareth with the Holy Ghost with the power, who went about doing good, and healing all that was oppressed of the devil, for God was with him. Acts 10:34-38 For salvation to come to the Gentiles, God had to find willing and dedicated individuals both to proclaim and to receive the gospel. Peter, a Jewish apostle, and Cornelius a Roman officer, characterized godly men with vision. God always searches for people with vision to expand His purposes. Peter received his mission in a

vision, and Cornelius Received his orders from an angel in a vision from heaven and responded to it. This miraculious account of the gospel message spreading in the gentile population through the influence of Cornelius and the apostle Peter graphically illustrates many significant truths. One point of truth is that God honors people with spiritual hunger, whether they are Jews or Gentile. For further information, call 718324-0334 or 718 -320-3218. —R ev. R . Sib b lies

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