Co-op City Times 07/03/10

Co-op City’s official newspaper serving the world’s largest cooperative community. © Copyright 2010 Co-op City Times

Vol. 45 No. 27

Saturday, July 3, 2010

Dreiser and Einstein Senior Centers staying open

BY JIM ROBERTS Co-op City senior citizens were rejoicing on Thursday, July 1 with the news that the Dreiser and Einstein Senior Centers will stay open for another year after the city restored funding for the two sites.

“We were just so happy.

We were screaming and yelling and just thanking God,” said Phyllis Wilkinson, a Dreiser Center member and a participant in the Dreiser Drama Bunch, a theatrical Seniors from the Dreiser Senior Center celebrate the performance group that oper- good news that their center will remain open with a cake. The cake was served to all seniors attending ates out of the Dreiser Senior JASA’s Fourth of July celebration held Thursday.

Center.

Photo by Bill Stuttig If the Dreiser Center had been closed by the city on June 30 as the one at Bartow, will now be able to conscheduled, seniors would have been tinue to receive nutritious lunches each forced to come to the Bartow Center weekday and participate in the numerous instead. daily activities and programs the three “This means a lot to people who have centers offer to hundreds of Co-op City walkers and wheelchairs because they residents each day. would not be able to make it over here,” “I feel great,” said LaMarse Taylor, a Wilkinson said. “We are blessed for that.” volunteer at the Dreiser Center. “I am so Seniors who regularly attend the (Continued on page 4) Einstein and Dreiser Centers, as well as

Riverbay Board approves contract with 32BJ workers

BY JIM ROBERTS The Riverbay Board of Directors unanimously approved a new contract with SEIU Local 32BJ on Wednesday, June 30 that keeps Co-op City’s maintenance workers on the job for another four years.

The new contract with Riverbay’s 500 porters, handymen, maintenance men, garage attendants and groundskeepers

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comes one month after the union went out on a one-week work stoppage after talks broke down on a new deal after the Memorial Day holiday.

After a week on strike, during which time Riverbay office employees filled in as maintenance staff, the union agreed to return to the table (Continued on page 2)

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Confusion reigns as new bus routes take effect

BY BILL STUTTIG The old saying “you can’t get there from here” became reality for many Co-op City commuters this week as they struggled to adjust to newly rerouted bus lines that took effect Sunday.

Confusion became prevalent with the first weekday morning commute Monday and City Councilman James Vacca, the City Council’s Transportation Chairman, chose Co-op City as the place to go to witness first hand the effectiveness of the city’s Transit Authority in helping commuters adjust to the many changes that took effect here this week, as well as in numerous other communities.

Vacca said that what he saw here Monday morning did not please him. “What we found were bus stops where the wrong information was still posted highlighting non-existent routes. Paper notices of the changes were put up near the bus stops on Sunday, but by Monday, many of them were already gone, either torn down or blown away. Overall, what I saw was general confusion, people getting on and off buses after realizing that the bus they just got on was

Confusion resulted as schedules for the Bx. 28 remained posted along Asch Loop despite the stops being cut from the bus route.

Photo by Bill Stuttig

the wrong one. The changes seem to particularly affect the passengers traveling to and from Section 1 to 4. Many minutes were being added on to their commute and overall there was a lot of frustration.”

Vacca added: “Commuters are being (Continued on page 4)

Board approves change order to continue Local Law 11 work in Co-op City

BY ROZAAN BOONE The Riverbay Board overwhelming approved a resolution this week so repair work can continue on balconies in seven remaining Co-op City buildings which still require such work to be completed under Local Law 11.

"The bottom line is repair work to our balconies must be done," said President Helen Atkins, referring to the resolution approving a contractor's change order on Wednesday night following DHCR's review to ascertain that the request is in keeping with industry standards.

The approval of Resolution 10-36, which sought a change order for Proto Construction and Development Corp., the contractor hired in 2004 to perform Local Law II work in Co-op City, ensures the continuation of work on the terraces in the 7 buildings that were ordered closed by the city’s Department of Buildings in early May. That order came after a Midtown Manhattan balcony railing collapse in March that resulted in the death of a young man and it directed building owners and

managers in New York City to expedite Local Law II work or else face a series of continuing hefty fines.

Proto’s work on the community’s massive Local Law II project had been delayed “due to the discovery of extensive outside water leaks, the addition of bulkhead and masonry repairs, scheduling suspensions due to window installations and Riverbay cash flow issue,” according to Resolution 10-36.

Since 2004, 28 of the community’s 35 hi-rise buildings have had Local Law II work performed and only 7 buildings remain—Buildings 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, and 8— which were affected by the city’s recent closing order and resulted in the closure of approximately 1,000 terraces. Of the 28 buildings that have been addressed, 22 have had balcony and brickwork completed, while the other 6—Buildings 12, 13, 14, 17, 18 and 19—have had only their balconies repaired and brickwork is ongoing.

Riverbay’s Director of Construction, (Continued on page 7)

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Celebrating our freedoms and embracing our diversity I would like to begin by wishing everyone a Happy and Safe Fourth of July holiday. I know we all get caught up in the trials of day-to-day living and at times forget what a truly great country we are fortunate to live in and the Fourth of July is a day of celebration and reflection over the freedom we have.

I’m happy to report that the Board unanimously approved a new four year contract between management and 32BJ and that is good news for everyone. No one wins during a strike, especially our cooperators. I want to thank everyone involved in the negotiations, as well as Riverbay management and other employees who worked 12 hour days without complaint during the strike, and also, of course, to welcome our 32BJ members back to work with a ratified contract.

President’s Message

Helen Atkins President

I also want to report that the new Board officially met as a governing body for the first time this past week and I was pleased with the professional atmosphere and hope this will continue. Don’t get me wrong, there were differences of opinion, and every Director was not in complete agreement on issues, but overall, I would have to compliment my fellow Directors on responsible debate rather than allowing the meeting to become a shouting match.

As President, I appreciate the input and encouragement from experienced Directors, as well as those who are

32BJ Deal and, with the help of a federal mediator requested by Riverbay, reached the new contract deal.

The 32BJ workers ratified the contract in a vote taken by the union on Friday, June 25.

Riverbay Board members Helen Atkins, Eleanor Bailey, Bernard Cylich, Bill Gordon, Francine Reva Jones, Othelia Jones, Andrea Leslie, Leticia Morales, Jose Rodriguez, Evelyn Santiago, Al Shapiro, Raymond Tirado and Khalil Abdul-Wahhab voted to approve the contract. Board members Rev. Calvin Owens and Manny Torres were absent.

The new contract came after an intense six-hour negotiating session on June 22 between the two sides. The new contract starts on June 9, 2010 and ends on June 8, 2014.

“The agreement has now been approved by both parties and we consider this a good deal for everybody,” said Herbert Freedman, principal for Marion Scott Real Estate Inc., managing agent of Co-op City.

The 32BJ workers will continue to receive health insurance without paying for it over the next four years, unlike other Riverbay workers who contribute to their health insurance premiums. The workers agreed to accept a total wage increase of 5.6% over the four years of the contract,

F I RE W O RK S

serving on the Board for the first time.

I think Co-op City is well represented on our current Board, and we certainly have a diverse group of individuals who bring a variety of perspectives for us to consider on a range of issues.

Another positive development this week was the announcement that the senior lunch program in Dreiser has been saved and will not fall a victim of slated budget cuts. This was successfully accomplished because we cried out as a united voice and made it very clear that we would not allow our seniors to be treated in such a poor manner, with no respect or regard for a vital program they depend on.

Finally, just so no one thinks everything is perfect, as of July 1st, our water and sewer rates have skyrocketed with an increase by some 13%.

Over the past three years, water and

sewer charges have increased 39%, which Riverbay, representing us the cooperators, must pay. This is an outside charge that we have no control over, but we do have control over trying to conserve and not waste water wherever possible, such as making sure faucets aren’t leaking and even shortening showers by a minute or two can save up to 700 gallons per month.

On a final note, I would like to extend my sympathies to the family of Bill Schwarz who died on June 27th at the age of 61. Bill was the head of Communications and also served as an Interim General Manager of Riverbay during the mid-1980s and early 1990s. In lieu of flowers, his family requests donations be sent to honortheearth.org, a Native American Support Group.

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which translates into a yearly raise of about 1.4%. The workers pay hike equals weekly increases of $10 for the first three years and $15 a week in the fourth year. They are also receiving a one-time $100 bonus this year.

In the original offer from Riverbay, the workers would have gotten annual 2.33% increases in pay, which would have provided a nearly 10% raise over the fouryear deal.

However, in return for those higher wage increases, Riverbay originally asked the 32BJ leadership to switch the Co-op City workers over to the union’s Bronx health plan, a change that would have continued providing quality health care while saving Co-op City shareholders $1.3 million, according to Riverbay.

The union leadership rejected that request, leading to the strike that occurred when the talks broke down in the last week of May. The final contract deal keeps the workers in the union’s Westchester plan, but reduces the size of their wage increase. Riverbay also agreed to increases in its contributions to the union’s pension fund.

“The new contract provides these workers what they need to make ends meet,” said Kyle Bragg, Vice President of 32BJ in a statement. “We’re glad to have in place a multi-year contract that is fair and reasonable to the workers and Riverbay, and one that provides residents with a professional and stable workforce to keep Co-op City clean and running well.”

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2nd Combing Co-op City

Co-op City Little League’s Appreciation Day marks end of 41st season

Farmers’ Market begins July 10 The Co-op City Farmers’ Market, presented in collaboration with Harvest Home, will return to Co-op City every Saturday starting from July 10 to November 20, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the Section 1 Greenway (between Benchley Place & Connor Street, across from the Little League field.)

Harvest Home Farmers’ Market of New York brings fresh produce direct from Tri-State farmers to consumers in areas around New York City.

WIC Farmers’ Market and Senior Farmers’ Market are accepted.

Jazzmobile comes to Co-op City in July The Black Forum of Co-op City will present Jazzmobile in two concerts on the Section 5 Greenway in July.

On Monday, July 12, Latin Jazz by Jose Obando will be presented. The second concert will take place on Monday, August 16, featuring Jazz vocals by Ghanniyya Green.

Both concerts will begin at 7 p.m. on the greenway behind Building 33, rain or shine.

Bring your chair or blanket and come enjoy Jazzmobile on the greenway.

This program is supported by the Riverbay Fund.

Fireworks Today, July 3 Section 5 Greenway 7:30 - 9:30 pm

FRONT PA G E

Coaches, parents, players, sponsors and elected officials marched from Asch Loop to the Co-op City Little League Fields on Co-op City Blvd. Saturday afternoon where everybody was treated to a year-ending trophy ceremony and carnival. The day marked the 41st successful year of the Co-op City Little League. Photo by Cecil Longmore, Sr.

Last Saturday, the Co-op City Little League celebrated its 41st season with a Parade and the 2nd Annual Players & Coaches Appreciation Day, sponsored by Frankie’s Carnival Time, Inc. After assembling at the basketball courts at Asch Loop, the NYC Grey Cadets Honor Guard led the parade carrying “Old Glory,” followed by Assemblyman Michael Benedetto and

Congressman Joseph Crowley.

The Little League followed with the Tee Ball Division, coordinated by Jason Vera. Also marching with “His Team” was Cappy of Cappy’s Stationary Store. Then came the Farm Division, coordinated by Worley Kinnes. Marching with the Capri II Pizza banner & Co-op Sales banner was Team #4, who met their sponsor, Jason Lash, at the Little League

fields later.

The Farm Division Managers are Brian Gilbert, Andrew Jefferson, Tyrone Patrick, & Leroy Simmons.

Then came the Minor Division led by Team #1 carrying their sponsor’s banner, the Knights of Pythias, managed by Brian Gilbert, Sr. and coached by Brian Gilbert, Jr. Team #2, managed by Robert Grant and sponsored by Tact Medical Staffing.

Team #4 was managed by Aubrey Singleton and sponsored by Jiffy Lube.

The Minor Division Champions, sponsored by Bay Plaza Shopping Center, Team #4, “The Blue Jays,” were managed

by Coach Robin Taylor-Sullivan with 1st Coach Earl Williams (alternating), 2nd Coach Fernando Torres and Joseph Baccari. A job well done and congratulations, Coach Robin.

The Major Division was led by Team # 1 sponsored by Frank Bees Costumes. They were managed by Edward (Squid) Williams, coached

by Peter Ozuna and Anthony Lugo. These three young men are alumni of the Co-op City Little League, giving of their time, and sharing their skills with the kids.

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They’re playing basketball at P.S. 160 — The Walt Disney School The Walt Disney School is doing great things academically as an “A” rated elementary school in Co-op City and it is also striving to give the children a well rounded school experience. Our “NEW” school team was the inspiration of one of the paraprofessional at the school, Mr. Cooper. Mr. Cooper actually brought the idea of a team back to P.S. 160. Years ago, P.S. 160 used to have a team that Mr. Cooper coached, and on that team was the school’s famous alumnus, Brian “Big Baby” Williams. Today, it has come full circle, a student who once played in the very same gym as the current team returning to show support and to be an inspiration for the children of P.S. 160.

P.S. 160’s “new” team has been victorious, winning its latest game at home against P.S. 121, 57-23.

P.S. 160’s Peer Leaders had the opportunity to interview Mr. Brian Williams and the coach for P.S. 160, Mr. Cooper.

Brian Williams, a former student of P.S. 160, remembers the day Mr. Cooper approached him back in 2nd grade when he noticed him in the lunchroom. Mr. Cooper, who had been approached by a teacher at the school to start a basketball program back in 1994 as an outlet for the kids, remembers spotting Brian at

PS 160 alumnus Brian “Big Baby” Williams, now a member of the Tennessee University team on full scholarship, recently came back to Co-op City to encourage the students to keep striving for greatness. He is also the inspiration for many on the school’s new basketball team.

lunchtime. He saw potential in young Brian. Mr. Cooper remembers Brian as one of the tallest kids in the school. When Brian began playing on the P.S. 160 team, he was the youngest member playing with all 4th graders. The rest, as they say is history. Brian continued to play ball outside

of P.S. 160 with other local teams and at one point stopped playing ball for about 5 years, but it was his love of the sport that brought him back to the game. The 6’10” Brian Williams is now a member of the (Continued on page 5)

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Buses told to go online for information about the exact routes, but there are many seniors here who do not have computers.

What are they going to do?”

James Anyansi, a spokesperson for New York City Transit, said that notices about the changes were put up in the weeks and day prior to the change taking effect. Anyansi did admit that schedules posted at the bus stops are outdated and do not reflect the new information as of yet, but the schedules should be updated at all the bus stops in the next few weeks.

Numerous bus stops throughout Co-op City listed schedules for buses that no longer stopped at that location. For example, the bus stop on the southeast corner of Asch Loop and Co-op City Blvd. listed the full schedule for the Bx. 28, but the Bx. 28 was changed and no longer stops along Asch Loop.

One woman waiting for a bus at the stop, who asked not to be identified, said she was totally confused. She said she was waiting for the Bx. 26 to take her to Dreiser Loop as it had done in the past. Another passenger then advised her that the Bx. 26 will no longer go to Dreiser Loop, but only goes into Section 5. She was then advised to get on the QBx. 1 which she did for her short ride to Dreiser Loop.

Riders are trying to help each other sort through the confusion because it seems no one from the Transit Authority is around to offer any explanation.

Riverbay Board President Helen Atkins, who along with a handful of seniors from the JASA senior program, accompanied Councilman Vacca as he witnessed the confusion early Monday morning, said she felt that New York City Transit should have had a supervisor in the community at least for the first few days to ride around and try to handle some

Senior Centers proud that they kept us together. We are like a family. We might not get along all the time, but what family does? No words can express how we feel. Yesterday when they told us, everybody started screaming. It was unbelievable.”

Proposed budget cutbacks in New York City this year put funding for the Einstein and Dreiser Centers in jeopardy when the city’s Department for the Aging (DFTA) placed the two sites on a list of centers targeted for closure.

But Councilman Larry Seabrook announced Wednesday afternoon that, after weeks of meetings and negotiations, funding was restored to keep both Einstein and Dreiser open. The Bartow Senior Center was not on the list of proposed closings.

“With over 10,000 senior citizens living in Co-op City, any closure or decrease in services at senior centers would have had a terribly negative impact on the lives of our seniors,” Seabrook said in a statement. “I commend Department of Aging Commissioner Lillian Barrios-Paoli, Mayor Michael Bloomberg and my colleagues in the City Council for re-evaluating proposed budget cuts to Einstein and Dreiser Senior Centers.

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of the confusion. “It was really, really confusing and they could have and should have done more,” Atkins said. “There was really no signage and no help.”

Some passengers even said the bus drivers seemed confused and in a few cases on the first day, the drivers went on the old routes until they realized what the changes were.

Co-op City community leader Leonard Murrell, who also joined Vacca on his tour of the community’s bus routes, said: “There were signs on poles that did not reflect what line was supposed to be stopping there, they didn’t reflect any information that the riders needed.”

Commuter and Section 5 resident Martin Badonsky, said: “Nowhere in the Bronx is there the proper signage. There was a sign for the Bx. 30, but then you found out that the Bx. 30 doesn’t stop there. The Bx. 28 stopped, but there was no sign for it. Nothing was posted the way it should have been.”

“The Bx. 28 doesn’t go up Asch Loop anymore and the Bx. 30 doesn’t go up Asch Loop. They did away with the buses on Asch Loop. This is unrealistic.

Imagine what is going to happen late at night when there are no buses to go over to the first section. Somebody may get killed walking over there late at night,” said Ira Herschaft, who also added that the community’s elected officials have not adequately represented the community in the months prior to these changes taking effect. “Where were they at the public hearing? They were not even there,” Herschaft said.

The portion of Co-op City that seems to get hurt the most by recent changes is residents of the east side of the northern section of the community. The eastern portion of Co-op City Blvd. was once served by

three or four buses. Now, only the newly created Bx. 38 along with the QBX. 1 travels along that section of the boulevard.

Under the new system which begins this week, the Bx. 26, which travels to and from Bedford Park via Allerton Avenue, will enter Co-op City on Bartow Avenue and go into Asch Loop and into Section 5, bypassing most of Sections 1 through 4.

Riders on the Bx. 26 who need to transfer to another bus to take them to Sections 1 and 2 in the northern half of the community can pick up the Bx. 30 at Bartow and Baychester Avenues or they can get the northbound Bx. 38 at Bartow and Co-op City Blvd. near the entrance to Bay Plaza.

The Bx. 28, which goes to and from Norwood via Gun Hill Road before continuing onto Fordham, will also bypass Section 1 through 4 and go directly into Section 5. The Bx. 28 will no longer go to the northern sections of the community, Sections 1 through 4, except during overnight hours – midnight to 5 a.m. – when the bus will make a stop at Dreiser Loop and Defoe Place. Riders on the Bx. 28 can transfer for the Bx. 30 and Bx. 38 at Bartow and Baychester Avenue if they want to travel to the northern sections of Co-op City.

The Bx. 30 will keep the same route going to and from Norwood except that Asch Loop stops will be eliminated. Bx. 30 riders can transfer to the Bx. 38 at Bartow Avenue and Co-op City Blvd. if traveling to the northern sections of Coop City via the eastern portion of Co-op City Blvd. If traveling to Norwood via Gun Hill Road, it is best to transfer to the Bx. 28 at Bartow and Baychester Avenues.

The Bx. 38 will travel between Co-op City and Norwood via Gun Hill Road

except it will not go into Section 5, or through Asch Loop, terminating its run in Bay Plaza instead. Riders on the Bx. 38 who wish to travel to Section 5 can transfer at Bartow and Baychester Avenues when traveling east bound into Co-op City.

Among the anticipated problems associated with the drastic changes to the community’s local bus service is a belief that the new system will make Co-op City a two-fare zone. While this is not technically true because the Metrocard allows for one free transfer, for some riders who might be required to take two buses to get to a nearby train station or another bus line outside the community, that additional transfer outside the community will no longer be free which, in reality, makes Co-op City a two-fare zone for some.

Commuters who purchase the more expensive Unlimited Ride Metrocard have unlimited transfers to subway stations and local buses.

Community resident Algernon Quattlebaum said that he will have a survey for Co-op City commuters ready within the next few weeks. Through the survey, riders can report problems with the new routes and that information will be reported to the New York City Transit’s Bus Division. Representatives of New York City Transit told Quattlebaum and a group of community residents during a recent meeting that they are prepared to assess the new routes and make necessary changes after the first six months of operation under the new system and that Co-op City’s input will be taken into account when implementing those changes.

The surveys, when ready, will the available through Riverbay’s Community Relations Department and also published in the Co-op City Times.

Leah Firster, Chief Services Officer at Jewish Association for Services for the Aged (JASA), the non-profit agency that operates the three Co-op City senior centers with funding from New York City, was thrilled to hear that JASA will be able to continue serving the senior citizens here for another year.

“We are very happily open for busi-

ness,” Firster said. “As far as I know, we will be getting money from the City Council, and that’s wonderful because we will be getting funding for the next year.

But next year, when the City Council has to make a decision on where money goes, we will be one of those groups that has to ask again if there is money available to keep the Dreiser program going.”

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“My singular focus is to improve the quality of life for the residents of my district. Senior citizens have paid their dues and we must provide for their needs. I will not allow budget cuts to adversely affect services upon which they depend,” Seabrook said.

The Einstein and Dreiser Centers were classified as “part-time” operations on the original list of possible closings drawn up

by DFTA. However, supporters of the two sites pointed out that the centers operate full-time.

In a letter to Commissioner BarriosPaoli, Community Board #10 Chair Diane F. Lock wrote that both Einstein and Dreiser were vitally important to the senior residents of Co-op City.

“If the Dreiser and Einstein Centers were to close, these closings would impose untold hardship on the senior population of the cooperative,” Lock wrote. “Seniors have come to depend on the meals, and fellowship offered by these centers.

“These particular centers are open from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. for five days a week. Given the operating hours of the centers, our Board does not believe that they can be considered part-time,” Lock wrote.

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They were followed by Team #2 sponsored by Dugout Sportswear, managed by Al Santiago and coach by Eddie Ozuna.

Team #3 was sponsored by the Bx. NY Rare Breed Dog Club. The Major Division Angels were managed by Earl Williams and 1st coach Robin Taylor-Sullivan, and Fernando Torres.

The Junior Division followed with Team #1 Angels, sponsored by Dymond Motor Sport, managed by Eric Dixon and Coaches Clifford Wade and Kevin Rollins.

Team #2 followed, sponsored by Ver-Tech Elevator, managed by David Lasky and 1st Coach Lewis Rosario.

The Senior Division brought up the rear. The Senior Division Team Co-op City

Hawks, sponsored by Marion Scott Realty, managed by Francisco Rodriguez, and coached by Erik Bowman and Plasco Santos, WON the District 22 Interleague Championship, defeating Pelham Bay, 4-3.

When the team arrived at the baseball fields, League President, Les Tarlton, introduced Assemblyman Benedetto and Congressman Crowley to the players, coaches and parents. They spoke words of wisdom and inspiration. Thank you, Assemblyman Benedetto and Congressman Crowley, for taking the time to visit the Co-op City Little League.

At the trophy presentation, all Teeball and Farm Division players received trophies for their participation. The Minor

Basketball

Division Team # 3 Bluejays received their Championship trophies, and the Senior Division “Hawks” received their Championship trophies, as did Mr. Herb Freedman of Marion Scott Realty.

Safety Officier “Captain Lou,“ had the grills going to feed the kids and coaches.

The kids of the Co-op City Little League enjoyed an afternoon Carnival on Field # 2 and hot dogs, burgers and juice donated by Bartlett Dairy on Field #1.

The Board of Directors, sponsors, coaches and invited guess enjoyed the food provided by Caridad & Louie’s Restaurant

on Gun hill Road.

The Co-op City Little League would like to thank the 45th Precinct for giving us the permit for our parade. A BIG thank you also to the Co-op City Public safety Department and the CCPD PBA for your watchful eye and support.

Thank you also to Assemblyman Benedetto, Congressman Crowley and former Assemblyman Stephen Kaufman for taking the time to attend our Appreciation day ceremonies, and a heartfelt thank you to all the coaches, sponsors and parents.

Best of luck in 6th Grade, Alejandro!

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Tennessee University team on full scholarship. He has 3 championship rings and his team made it to the “Elite 8”. “Big Baby” Williams says that his dream team to play on would be the Knicks. He is our own local hero and he said that watching this new team play made him just really think about how the “sky is the limit” for these kids.

Mr. Cooper was asked what motivates him to coach the kids in basketball and his reply was, to give them something productive to do, and it keeps them out of trouble. He loves basketball and he loves to see the kids prosper. Mr. Cooper is very proud of Brian and all that he has accomplished so far.

P.S. 160 faculty and staff are very proud of Mr. Cooper and all that he is still doing for the children of Co-op City. This year, the P.S. 160 team, which consisted of all fifth graders and one third grader, did a fantastic

job and just as Brian “Big Baby” Williams said when he was watching them, “the sky is the limit.” Ms. Delacava, another paraprofessional of P.S. 160 who remembers Brian, said, “You knew that something great would happen to him. He was good at sports and you knew he was going to be somebody. He made us proud!”

To the 2009-2010 team: Corbin Acree, Jarett Haines, Dacquan Scales, Malik Tolbert, Jalen Croston, Dominique Wilkins, Justin Harris, Christian Chapman, the team’s lone third grader Jahlahnee Watkins and, of course, Coach Cooper, your P.S. 160 family would like to say great job!

P.S. 160 thanks Brian Williams for taking the time to come back to his alma mater and show support to the students. They school community looks forward to hearing even greater things from this former Walt Disney student.

Congratulations to Alejandro Gonzalez on your 5th Grade graduation. May God continue blessing you.

We love you!

—Mom, Dad and Grandma

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Co-op City resident Ronald Hartridge was recently honored by Community Education Council (CEC) as Parent Coordinator of the Year for District 11. Mr. Hartridge is the Parent Coordinator at P.S. 153 in Education Park in Co-op City. Photographed with Mr. Hartridge is his wife, Patricia.

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Speak for yourself To t h e E d it or : I found Mr. Berkowitz’s letter in last Saturday’s Co-op City Times (June 26) interesting. I applaud his solidarity with our 32BJ workers, but found his blind loyalty to their union misguided.

First, no 32BJ worker in Co-op City makes any contribution to their health insurance. We, the residents, pay 100% of that cost and if management can find a way to save me an extra $5 or $1.3 million, I am all for it. I have to pay into my health plan as do most working families so why not these workers?

I don’t believe Riverbay’s “war” was ever against the 32BJ workers, but against their union leaders who rejected every offer that could have benefited the

workers. From what I read, Riverbay agreed to wage increases comparable to what other 32BJ workers in the city had received, pension fund increases and other contributions. None of the workers I spoke to voted to go out on strike, nor did they want to go on strike. All one has to do is look at our economy to understand why!

Sure, Riverbay has “doled out many millions of dollars to contractors for capital and other projects.” And, improvements are evident everywhere. Co-op City is 99% occupied not because we are in disrepair, but because significant improvements have been made. We paid for work that was necessary and it was done, unlike the unionized Sanitation

workers who refused to pick up garbage in Co-op City during the strike even though we too are taxpayers. Would it have been preferable for management to allow the garbage to pile up and rot instead of ensuring services continued to maintain our quality of life?

It is one thing to show allegiance to a cause, but to deliberately twist the issues involved to further one’s personal agenda or to offer irrational criticism for the sake of doing so is self-serving and dangerous. I don’t think too many residents were unsupportive of our 32BJ workers, our problem was with their union’s unreasonable demands in these difficult economic times.

—C h a r lie Ta m bu r r o

Cost Containment and Accountability To t h e E d it or : Since 1999, Riverbay Boards have outsourced management to a private company, and it has cost about $1.5 million annually, or about $16.5 million to date.

Soon after their arrival management told shareholders that a $480 million loan was needed for building restorations, power plant upgrades and to return Riverbay to financial solvency.

Near the end of 2004, a $480 million loan was secured and work started. But something went wrong! A $480 million loan in a 15 year time frame proved inadequate.

By the spring of 2009 only garage work was complete, the power plant upgrade was nearly 2 years behind schedule, new window installation slowed to a trickle, brick and balcony

work - uncompleted to this day - recently forced closing of terraces and erection of extensive fencing around buildings.

Monthly carrying charges have gone up nearly 30%. Garage parking fees have been increased. Riverbay reserve funds have been drained.

Riverbay’s month to month operating budget remains balanced on paper, but reconstruction projects continue to fall further behind schedule and a new long term loan of over $500 million is now required.

Management is trying to re-allocate $1.5 million, already in the 2010 operating budget, by taking it away from the current health care plan of Riverbay’s unionized maintenance workers. Seeking cooperator support, management reminds us that $1 million = a 1% carrying charge increase, an equation never

invoked regarding the over $1.5 million annual fee shareholders pay to the Real Estate Management Company.

Shareholders, ask yourself: 1) With an elected Board of Directors and a thousand workers of every description operating Co-op City, why are shareholders paying an additional 1.5% annually in carrying charges for a management company? 2) Does the 11 year record of the management company regarding financial matters stand up to scrutiny? 3) What % of carrying charge increases can be attributed to management miscalculations? 4) If Riverbay shareholders bear all the costs of the community and private management bears none, why do we continue to employ them? 5) Why do Riverbay Boards fail to end this over $1.5 million annual expense?

—J oe C a ssese

Management responds to Mr. Cassese One can only hope that no matter what happens, Co-op City never moves away from the need for professional management. One person directed by well meaning, but inexperienced volunteer Directors cannot and should not control the 11th largest City in New York State and that fact was proven over years of self management.

Since Marion Scott Real Estate Inc. has managed Co-op City, it has saved the corporation millions of dollars; has kept the units occupied; overseen the reconstruction of Co-op City with over $250,000,000 in construction, including establishing the cogeneration plant to make Co-op City energy self sufficient having earned over $10,000,000 thru May 2010; installed all new ele-

vators; rebuilt garages; removed garbage from the front of the buildings; new window project, new balcony projects; obtained grants and generally had a positive impact on virtually every aspect of Co-op City life.

These achievements could not have occurred with only one person directing the operation and managing the capital projects.

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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.

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

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Local Law 11 Anthony Rasulo, said that since Proto’s contract with Riverbay began in 2004, the company has held its prices steady, however, recently, citing increased material and labor costs, Proto requested a change order to continue work on the terraces in the 7 buildings that were ordered closed by the city in May, as well as the 6 remaining buildings where façade brickwork is ongoing.

Riverbay’s management then met with the state Division of Housing and Community Renewal (DHCR), the state supervising agency for Mitchell-Lama developments, and asked for a review of Proto’s request.

“Management met with the state Division of Housing and Community Renewal and gave them a copy of Proto’s increase request and asked them to review it and let us know if the increases are in line with other projects they are overseeing and they sent us back a spreadsheet showing that Proto’s request is in line with industry standards,” said Rasulo.

As a result, Resolution 10-36 asked the Riverbay Board to approve an increase of Proto’s July 7, 2004 unit prices by between 26

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to 31% due to increased labor and material costs. The resolution, which was submitted by Director Bill Gordon and seconded by Directors Al Shapiro and Othelia Jones, passed by a vote of 11-2, and with 2 Directors absent. In addition to Directors Gordon, Shapiro and O. Jones, other Directors who voted in favor of the change order to ensure the continuation of the Local Law 11 project on the 7 buildings with closed terraces, as well as on Buildings 12, 13, 14, 17, 18 and 19, were Board President Helen Atkins, Directors Eleanor Bailey, Francine Jones, Leticia Morales, Jose Rodriguez, Evelyn Santiago, Raymond Tirado and Khalil Abdul-Wahhab.

Directors Manny Torres and Rev. Calvin E. Owens were absent, and Directors Bernard Cylich and Andrea Leslie voted no.

After the city’s closure of the terraces in May, management decided that it was prudent to use the money that was scheduled for the Section 1 Greenway restoration to continue the Local Law II work so as to return usage of those terraces to shareholders as expeditiously as possible. In addition, the savings that are

being realized from the community’s cogeneration project have also been utilized to keep the community’s capital projects ongoing.

“Since April of 2009, we have been using the savings from cogeneration to keep capital projects in the community ongoing,” said Vernon Cooper, Riverbay’s General Manager. “We will continue to rely on these savings which average between $1-$1.5 million per month since cogeneration went online earlier this year to continue these projects, as well as look at other cost cutting measures. We believe that it is paramount to do the repairs at the seven buildings whose terraces were closed by the city so that the residents can begin to enjoy them as soon as possible.”

Cooper said that once the community is able to refinance its mortgage to take advantage of lower interest rates, that, plus increased savings from cogeneration, will expedite capital projects, including Local Law II work and window and terrace door replacement, and the restoration of the Section 1 greenway.

“We realize the inconvenience that is

caused to those shareholders who are losing the use of their terraces particularly at this time of the year, but we simply cannot compromise when it comes to the safety of people and the health and welfare of the residents,” said Cooper.

Proto, meanwhile, has reported that approximately 2 weeks ago, they began repair work on the front line terraces in Buildings 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7 and 8, the buildings that were affected by the city’s order in May. These repairs are estimated to last about 1½ to 2 years to complete, the same time frame that it took for the buildings that have already had Local Law II work to be completed in.

“For safety reasons, they are starting on the front lines of each buildings, two lines at a time, and working their way to the back of the buildings,” said Cooper. “Of course, once we are successful in refinancing and we have more savings from cogeneration and other cost cutting measures that we are able to realize, the work will speed up.”

Proto estimates that the façade brickwork on Buildings 12, 13, 14, 17, 18 and 19 will be completed by the end of this year.

Emergency Resolution #10-36 SUBM I T T E D BY: Bill G or d on SE C O NDE D BY: Al Sh a p ir o & O t h elia J on es BOAR D OF DI R EC TOR S M E E TI NG, DAT ED: J une 30th , 2010 W H E R E AS, On July 7, 2004 Proto Construction and Development Corp. submitted successful bids for Contracts 2196A and 2196I for balcony and spandrel repairs and Local Law 11 work for buildings 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7 and 8; and W H E R E AS, Proto’s work for Contracts 2196A and 2196I was delayed due to the discovery of extensive outside water leaks, the addition of bulkhead and masonry repairs, scheduling suspensions due to window installations and Riverbay cash flow issues; and W H E R E AS, Riverbay requested Proto commence work on buildings 1,2,3,5,6,7 and 8 due to a May 6, 2010 order from the New York City Department of Buildings to close the terraces on these buildings until such work was completed ;and

W H E R E AS , On May 17, 2010 Proto requested change orders to Contracts 2196A and 2196I ( copy attached) to increase their July 7, 2004 unit prices by between 26 to 31% due to increased labor and material costs ;and W H E R E AS, Management recommends that the Board approve Proto’s requested May 17, 2010 change orders for Contracts 2196A and 2196I T H E R E F O R E , L E T I T BE R E SO LVE D: that the proposed May 17, 2010 Change Orders for Contract 2196A and Contract 2196I be approved as submitted by Management and the President is hereby authorized to execute both change orders and Management is authorized to take all steps necessary to make this action effective.

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Co-op City Times / July 3, 2010

The Fourth of July — A True Moment of Glory The United States will celebrate Independence Day tomorrow. July Fourth remains a glorious day in history, commemorating the signing of the Declaration of Independence, in 1776.

Following several years of revolutionary struggle, during which a ragtag army of farmers, laborers, sailors, printers, and other working men and women defeated a professional army, the colonists freed themselves of monarchical rule.

But as many people, including President Obama, frequently remind us, our nation was not born as a “perfect union.” In its early days much of the country permitted slavery; women, workers who owned no property, and Native Americans were denied the vote.

Despite such shortsightedness, the Founders adopted certain principles that have become the cornerstones of the Republic, such as the Bill of Rights; the separation of church and state; a bicameral legislature (House and Senate in Congress); a three-part system of checks and balances (executive, congressional, judicial).

Defending and perfecting those precious rights has been the work, and at times the agony, of generations of Americans—a task that the people have committed themselves to and died for, in the best traditions of our nation.

DE M O C R AC Y: AN O NG O ING J O B, I N T H E NAT I O N AND I N CO -O P CI T Y Co-op City also has a history of struggles to protect and expand democracy, and to keep the community affordable. The 13-month rent strike that

Director’s Viewpoint

Bernard Cylich began in 1975 made history. Not only were major rent increases held off, but a more representative way of governing the community was established. A resident Board of Directors was set up. Its meetings were open, and monthly gallery sessions created a real relationship between the governing and the governed. Non-Board members were invited to participate on committees which actually met and functioned as advisors to the Board. A resident congress (the Co-op City Council) conducted and supervised Riverbay Board elections and, in an advisory capacity, monitored the Co-op City Times.

W H E RE H AVE AL L T H E F L OW E R S G O NE ?

Much of this has disappeared, particularly since the accession to power of a former Riverbay president, who was later convicted and jailed for corruption. Cooperator participation has been restricted. Corruption has found a way in.

Most Board meetings are closed, gallery sessions are held infrequently, nonpartisan oversight of the Co-op City Times ended, as did nonpartisan cooperator-run Board elections. Corruption does not thrive in sunlight or under the scrutiny of a democratic assemblage.

Re-establishing a representative congress with non-fiduciary authority (the

council) could serve a checks-and-balances role in the governance of our community, and would go a long way in the struggle to keep Co-op City affordable and to deter corruption. The community and the Board itself would benefit from moving to restore the council—a step that the Board has the power to take.

A C H AL L E NG E FAI L S I N CO URT BUT DO E SN’T G O AWAY Yolanda Canales Schumann and I failed in our challenge to what we considered our unjustified disqualification in last year’s Board election. We pursued the challenge not just because we felt that we had been wronged but, in particular, because we condemned the nullification of the votes of more than three thousand cooperators who had supported us.

The first judge who heard our case declined to address our petition until we had exhausted all administrative remedies within Riverbay. We did as instructed and then returned to court, having unsuccessfully traveled all avenues of appeal available to us in Riverbay. But that court refused to act on our petition and instead after four months sent the case to the Appellate Court. Eventually, our challenge was rejected, in a decision that we believe disregarded the facts, evidence, and law that was submitted in voluminous documents scrupulously prepared by our lawyers.

The latest decision, while a setback for us personally, is, more importantly, in our opinion a setback for democracy

in Co-op City, deterring cooperator efforts to examine the workings of management, the Board, and committees of the Board.

Our vision of an ever more perfect democracy in our community and in the nation remains implacable A VE RY I M P O RTANT BOARD M E E T I NG – H E L D L AST W E DNE SDAY By the time you read this Viewpoint, the Board should finally have met to conduct business for the first time since April — a period during which two critical problems had to be dealt with: the order by the City of New York to lock all unrepaired terraces, and the work stoppage by our five hundred 32BJ workers.

The agenda of the meeting included the proposed settlement with the 32BJ maintenance workers, and the repair of the locked-out terraces — with a change order for the contract involved, and consideration of a contract for the bridging protection where repair of terraces is being performed.

Other points on the agenda included the controversial management plan to report shareholders’ records to credit agencies; a report on the fiscal condition of Riverbay, and committee reports. A very full agenda for a meeting that it would have been useful for cooperators to have been informed of in advance — and weren’t — in the Co-op City Times. A meeting that could have been held in open session permitting shareholders to observe how their business was being conducted was unfortunately closed.

Faith In God Church & Bible Institute Pastor, President, and Founder Rev. Dr. Gladys R. Little and Assistant Pastor Minister Vernon Little extend to everyone a healthy, happy, prosperous welcome!

M a t t . 9: 37, 38 says: 37 Then He said to his disciples, “The harvest truly is plentiful, but the laborers are few. 38 “Therefore pray the Lord of the harvest to send laborers into His harvest.”

Let’s go into more of God’s Word. 1st C or in t h ia n s 9: 19-27 reads: 19 For though I am free from all men, I have made myself a servant to all, that I might win the more.

20 And to the Jews I became as a Jew that I might win Jews; to those who are under the law, as under the law, that I might win those who are under the law; 21 To those who are without the law, as without law (not being without law toward God, but under law toward Christ), that I might win those who are without law; 22 To the weak I became as weak,

that I might win the weak. I have become all things to all men that I might by all means save some.

23 Now this I do for the gospel’s sake, that I may be partaker of it with you.

24 Do you not know that those who run in a race all run, but one receives the prize? Run in such a way that you may obtain it.

25 And everyone who competes for the prize is temperate in all things. Now they do it to obtain a perishable crown, but we for an imperishable crown.

26 Therefore I run thus: not with uncertainty. Thus I fight: not as one who beats the air.

27 But I discipline my body and bring it into subjection, lest, when I have preached to others, I myself should become disqualified.

Invitations God has spoken already that we are to increase our conventions to twice a year.

The next one will be Sunday, Sept. 19, at 5

NOTICE TO COOPERATORS Numerous complaints have been reported to the Cooperators Services Office regarding excessive loud noise, loud music and loud TVs coming from one or more apartments at late hours of the night or very early in the morning.

This practice is very disturbing to the other residents. When the person or persons making noise are identified, they will receive a Community Complaint.

Riverbay is requesting that anyone who hears the noise contact the Cooperator Services Office at (718) 320-3300, Ext. 3458 during the hours of 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

You may contact the Department of Public Safety at (718) 671-3050 at all other times. All information will be kept confidential. We thank you in advance —C oop er a t or Ser vices O ffice for your cooperation.

p.m. Our speaker will be Min. Marlon Young. Please make plans to attend. Church doors open today at 3 p.m. for a Sweet Hour of Prayer. Tomorrow morning at 10 a.m.

Dr. Little teaches a Sunday School class.

Morning Worship is at 11 a.m. Also, log onto www.gospelusamagazine.com and

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Please come out and support these services.

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

—M in . Ver n on L it t le

Co-op City Branch of the NAACP First and foremost, the Co-op City Branch of the NAACP hopes all will spend the July 4th holiday safely and having a good time remembering the national independence holiday. The Co-op City Branch of the NAACP was pleased to award nine Co-op City graduates awards including a gift of $100 ea. for their awesome educational achievements. Each certificate states: “Most Academically Improved Student Award” and they went to the following students: June 14: Sharon Williams, Harry S. Truman H.S.; June 23: Brandon Paul, Nicholas Jones, M.S. 181; Shelton Gill, Isaac Lewis, M.S. 180; June 24: Amalia Guillod, Justin Rodriquez, P.S. 153; Dezirae Winborne, P.S. 160; and June 22: Briann Bargas, Ebenezer Aboagyne, P.S. 178.

The last meeting of this school year was celebrated June 27th; in addition to partaking of a delicious meal, important issues were discussed. Thank you to Joyce, Eleanor, Brenda and everyone that helped set-up and breakdown the meal. Confirmation information regarding the annual 5 mile NAACP Walkathon will be published in future articles, but tentative plans are underway for September 25th. Today, mark your calendar for September 26, and attend the first meeting starting up the new school year. Meetings unless otherwise announced are held in Building 31A, 100 Erskine Place, the NAACP Nursery School Space on the ground floor and identified by the red button on the end. If you have any questions regarding the Co-op City Branch of the

NAACP, please call (718) 671-7856.

Any time is the time to encourage friends, relatives and neighbors to join the Co-op City Branch of the NAACP. Remember the NAACP is the nation’s oldest civil rights organization. So, you think you are still a member? When was the last time you looked at your membership card to check the expiration?

Renew before it expires. Send your check to the Co-op City Branch of the NAACP, P.O. 753111, Einstein Station, Bronx, 10475.

The NAACP website is: www.naacp.org.

Have a long look at what the NAACP is doing today. On the NAACP website, you will see that a new competition has been announced.

Please visit the website to learn more about that competition: Youth & College Logo Contest announced: The NAACP Youth & College Division has kicked off a logo competition to create a new logo. The winning design will be unveiled at the “100 REMIX Town Hall Event” at the 2010 NAACP National Convention, in Kansas City on July 12th, and serve as the official logo of the NAACP Youth & College Division.

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 wonderful, joyous day. Again, the NAACP congratulates all local students as they move up educationally and encourages everyone to continue that process.

—Eva L azaar

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Co-op City Times / July 3, 2010

Building 19 Association “Cooperators Doing Something” had a great time last Saturday by first celebrating the humanitarian legacy of the late “Ms. Francis” Williams, followed by the granting of the 2010 scholarship award, in her name, to Miss Taylor Jenkins. Ms. Francis was remembered with the planting of a tree with a plaque, adjacent to our meeting room. The commemorative inscription read: “In Loving Memory of “Ms. Francis” Williams, A Friend and former Vice President of Building 19 Association, June 26, 2010.” The Association thanked Mr. Pearson and his staff from the Grounds Dpartment for planting the beautiful pink dogwood tree and plaque. We also thank her dear friend, Olive Glasgow, who had flowers placed next to the tree and plaque.

The tribute to “Miss Francis” was

attended by her family, friends, and Association members. Mr. Dominick Bonano wrote and read a beautiful and most appropriate poem for “Ms. Francis.”

Heart-warming testimonials on their life lasting memories of Ms. Francis were given by many of the attendees.

Immediately following the ritual, we celebrated and honored Taylor who received our “2010 Francis Williams Scholarship Award.” She exemplifies the high school graduate in our building who was most deserving of the award’s motto.

Cooperators in attendance extended hearty congratulations to Taylor and her family: father Gregory, mother Rosetta and her sister, Blair Jenkins. The recognition to Taylor was most deserving as she graduated in the top 2% of her class with an 89.2 average from the Bronx

Leadership Academy, and is an active member in humanitarian and leadership organizations.

Since the inception of the award, Taylor is the second high school graduate in our building to receive the $500 scholarship award. As we seek out applicants for the 2011 awards, Taylor serves as the exemplary 2010 high school graduate to inspire eligible candidates to submit their application. She aspires to become a child psychologist and has taken steps, not only in her studies, but in other leadership and humanitarian projects to prepare for this goal. The Association, as well as the Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr., in the form of an Educational Merit Certificate, are very proud of Taylor and wish her continued success as she chooses to pursue her college degree at Drexel, Hofstra, or

Temple University.

The following executive board and committee members are being acknowledged for the success of their contribution to the awards’ event: Catherine Ryans, DaReese Frierson, Dominick Bonano, Jennie Colon, Laura Morgan, Madge Haynes, Sonia Feliciano, and Valencia Pinckney.

Building 19 Association wishes everyone a happy, healthy summer. Also, greetings of congratulations are sent to everyone celebrating a happy occasion in July and August. Happy 4th of July!

As we embark on well deserved first half of the year recess, I am looking forward to seeing you at our next committee meeting on Wednesday, September 8, and general membership meeting on Thursday, September 16.

—C h a r lot t e C od r in gt on

Building 25 Association The association meetings have been suspended for the summer and will continue in September. The board would like to thank those cooperators that joined us at our meetings and helped to make them productive.

New cooperators are encouraged to attend our monthly meetings and former

members are welcome to return and perhaps bring a neighbor or two.

We would welcome any suggestions regarding activities for the coming year.

So please feel free to use the suggestion box located in the laundry room. There is also a need for floor captains as always.

A few cooperators mentioned people

moving in on the weekends or after hours.

They should notify Public Safety. An issue was raised about unauthorized people using the laundry room. How do you really know? If you do, call Public Safety.

The door prize was won by Ms. Audrey Gray. Ms. Andrea Leslie retained

her position as corresponding secretary and light refreshments were available at the conclusion of the meeting.

We wish everyone a safe and enjoyable summer.

Remember, if you see something, say something.

—Dock Harvey

Building 13 Association We congratulate all of our June graduates.

Thanks to Mr. Joe Boiko, Ombudsman, for attending our meeting on June 24.

Building 13 Association reminds all the drivers/passengers that seat belts save lives. Always buckle up. “It is not

an option, it is the law.”

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) 3203050.

For all NYC non-emergency inquiries, call 3-1-1.

NE W - For traffic updates, call 5-1-1.

We are off during July and August.

Have a happy, wonderful and safe summer.

“If you see something, say something.”

—O lu b iyi Seh in d em i (M r. B)

Association of Building 14 Cooperators (ABC) During the last several years, we have lost members and need new cooperators to join the Association. If you are interested in keeping our building and home safe for our families, please become a part of the Association. As per the Association Bylaws, we must begin the process of holding an election for officers in September.

The positions are: President, Vice President, 1st Vice President, 2nd Vice President, Treasurer, Recording Secretary, Corresponding Secretary and Sergeant of Arms. Officers shall serve a term of two years, beginning January 1 and ending December 31 of the second year.

Nominations for officers shall be accepted from the floor at our October meeting. During July, we will feature articles on the duties of

the open positions. The following are duties for the offices of President and Vice President: President: Shall oversee each regular meeting and each meeting of the Executive Committee.

Shall cast the deciding vote, in event of a tie vote.

Shall approve all press releases and other publicity materials.

Shall represent the ABC at Riverbay Corporation meetings, as well as community functions.

Shall represent the Association to the media, with approval of the Executive Committee.

Shall serve as ex-officio member of all committees of the Association, except the Nominating Committee.

Shall work with the 1st Vice-President on corresponding tasks.

Shall convene ad hoc committees to accomplish the needs of the Association.

Shall be one of three authorized signatures.

Vice President Shall assume all duties in the absence of the President Shall assume all duties as assigned by the President Shall work with the 2nd Vice President and Youth representatives on corresponding tasks and projects.

Shall be one of three authorized signatures.

1st Vice President Administrative Projects, to include Elections Emergency Preparedness

Organization and Oversight of Floor Captains 2nd Vice President - General Membership Projects, to include Special Building Activities Membership & Amenities, i.e., Welcome Packet Youth Activities Regulation to Remember Dogs are not allowed in our community/ buildings. Visitors/relatives are not allowed to bring dogs with them unless they are service dogs and cooperators must notify management of the visit.

Please have a safe summer.

Contact information: jdfergienyc@ juno.com, or via cell at 917.612.1951.

—Mur iel Ar thur

Building 31 Association SO LONG FOR A WHILE...This was our last general meeting before our summer break. It was an evening filled with pride and accomplishments. It was a good time to chat with a neighbor and get to hear all about the need for all of us to become involved so we can continue to award scholarships and continue the game and movie nights. There are so many more programs we could do, but we need you to volunteer so we can continue to grow. We heard from our president, Robert Hedgepeth, who summarized our past year and shared with us the association’s financial status.

IT TAKES A VILLAGE TO RAISE A CHILD...Thanks to everyone who came to

congratulate and celebrate with our recipients of the 2010 Scholarship which was awarded to Leandra Ramirez from the A-side and Luke Davis from the B-side. A very special thank you to our prior recipients: 2007 Augustina Robinson, 2008 Sekou Bandele, 2009 Grace Tackie and Kailah S. King. These young adults shared their first year college experience and gave advice to this year’s recipients which was to “stay focused, yes it is hard work, but worth it all.” We are so very proud of all of you and hope you continue to reach for your goals as they are obtainable if you continue to apply yourself. We believe in you and know you can do whatever you set your mind to do.

2011 graduates, we will be preparing for your award so if you want it, you have to prepare also. Start looking in April and remember this is only given to association members of Building 31.

Special thanks to the Scholarship Committee: Loretta Paul, Marilyn McDaniel, Auvril Anderson, and Robert Hedgepeth.

They did a fantastic job and worked diligently throughout the year committing themselves to making this day happen. The refreshments were outstanding and showed you put your heart into it, so once again, thanks all of you.

We will be looking for you in September when we start setting goals again; WE NEED YOU! Your membership dues sup-

port your association, but it takes the supplementation from bus trips, game and movie nights as well to make it possible to give back. Volunteering some of your time or supporting activities is crucial to making our goals happen.

Remember: Please check on a ill neighbor and let us know if we should send a card to cheer them up; Rosie from the Sunshine Committee will make sure one is sent.

Need or want to contact any of the cabinet members from the association? Check the bulletin board in the lobby where their telephone numbers are listed.

Have a happy and safe summer.

—Mar ilyn M cDaniel

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Black Forum Jazzmobile coming Good news! Jazzmobile will be making two visits to Co-op City this year. The first is a Latin Jazz Concert on Monday, July 12, 7:30 p.m. on the Section 5 Greenway, and the second, a Jazz concert, on August 16, also at 7:30 p.m. on the Section 5 Greenway. Entertainers will be announced later. Mark your calendar, and bring your blanket or beach chair and enjoy jazz under the stars!

Black Spectrum Theatre Will be coming soon. Look out for more details.

Exercise and Dance classes In September, the Black Forum will be presenting the following programs: Aerobics, Salsa and other dances, belly dancing, Tai Chi, and dance classes for children. These classes will be held

throughout Co-op City. Call and leave your name today, (718) 320-8035, along with which class(es) you would like to attend and we will get back to you.

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, 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.

Volunteers urgently needed!

Would you like to volunteer? Contact

us at (718) 320-8035.

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.

New York Lyons Mane Track Club The Hershey State finals were held last week in Brooklyn at Redhook Park.

The meet was held on Wednesday evening (after school) which is a rarity, but despite the anomaly, the team performed well. Putting all thoughts of lingering final exams aside, members of the Lyons Mane Track Team focused on the business at hand. Briel Biggs, in the 1314 year olds girls division, won the 1600 meter run and later came back to make a strong finish placing second in the 800 meter run. Kassidy Frankson, in the 9-10 year old division, unaccustomed to attending track events on school days, forgot her running shoes, but still managed to take first place in the 50 meter dash running in her warm-up shoes. In the field events, Lauren Lyons, in the 13-14 year old division, won first place in the long jump event. Also in the long jump competition in the 11-12 year old girls division, Aolani Harris placed second in her event. Last, but not least, the 11-12 year old girls 4 x 100 relay team consisting of Zuri Straker, Aolani Harris, Alliyah Ferguson and Taitu Scott placed third to

close out the day. On June 19, also at Redhook Park, Brooklyn, the team competed in the annual Jueness Invitational track meet, again, having a sweet successful outing in preparation for the up and coming Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) Regional Qualifier being held at Regis College on Saturday and Sunday, June 26th and 27th in Boston.

Ariana Fletcher, a youth girl in the long jump and shot put field event, took first and third place, respectively. Lauren Lyons ran a mixed relay and the 100 meter dash winning first place in both events.

Brittney Biggs competed in the youth girls 1500 meter and 800 meter runs, placing third and fourth place, respectively, in each of these events. In the field events, Tiffany Dawson, a bantam girl, won third place in the long jump. Jason Kellogg won third place in the bantam boy’s shot put, and Aolani Harris in the midget girls division took third place in the long jump.

Other competitors placing fourth to sixth place and winning ribbons in their competitions were Zuri Straker, 5th place shot put; Janelle Slater, shot put 6th place;

First row (L-R) Zuri Straker, Kassidy Frankson and Alliyah Ferguson. Second row (L-R) Taitu Scott, Aolani Harris, Lauren Lyons and Briel Biggs.

Brittany Biggs, 1500 meters 6th place; and Briel Biggs, 200 meters 5th place.

The midget girls relay team (Z. Straker, A. Harris, A. Ferguson, and T. Scott) ran a 59.6 4x100 relay good for 5th place.

Boys and girls between the ages of 717 who are seriously interested in track

and field can contact The New York Lyons Mane Track Club by calling 718671-3129, writing New York Lyons Mane Track Club, Post Office Box #563, Bronx, New York, 10475 or by email at NEWYORKLYONSMANE@aol.com.

—Donald Lyons

Have a Happy and Safe Fourth of July Holiday!

COMMUNITY PROTESTANT CHURCH OF CO-OP CITY

CO - OP C IT Y B AP T IST C HU RC H

1659 EAST GUN HILL ROAD BRONX, NY 10469

135 EINSTEIN LOOP (Section 5) • Rooms 50-51 Rev. Dr. Sheldon E. Williams, Pastor

REV., DR. CALVIN E. OWENS, PASTOR

(718) 320-3774

CHURCH (718) 862-9172 OFFICE (718) 862-9179

An interdenominational Church of love and understanding, consisting of people of many faiths, races and cultural backgrounds, seeking to live the spirit of Christ with relevance.

CHURCH SCHEDULE

SUNDAY SCHOOL - 9:15 AM WORSHIP SERVICES - 8:00 & 11:00 AM PRAYER SERVICE - WEDNESDAY NOON BIBLE CLASS - WEDNESDAY 7:30 PM

WEEKLY: CHURCH SCHOOL - SUNDAY, 9:00 a.m.

WORSHIP SERVICE: SUNDAY, 11:00 a.m.

BIBLE CLASS & PRAYER MEETING - WEDNESDAY, 7:30 p.m.

MONTHLY: COMMUNION - 1 AND 3 ST

ALL ARE WELCOME!

RD

SUNDAYS

COMMUNION SERVICE EVERY FIRST SUNDAY. YOUTH DAY EVERY FOURTH SUNDAY. ALL ARE WELCOME TO WORSHIP WITH US.

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African-American Association Thanks to all our friends and neighbors who supported us at the Co-op City Fair last Sunday.

The Association sponsors the following programs, in which we invite you to participate: Bu siness O p p or tu n it y Wor k sh op Wednesdays, 7:00 p.m., Dreiser Center, Room 15. Call 646-721-8185.

Yoga & P ila t es M a t C la sses – Summer classes will be held on Thursdays, July 8, 15, 22 and 29 from 79 p.m., Dreiser Center, Room 2, $15 per class. Call 718-671-8364.

Book Discussion s – Monday, July 12th, 7:00 p.m., Dreiser Center, Room 15. Please complete the reading of “From MisEducation to Education” by Dr. Na’im Akbar. 718-379-5555.

Belly Da n cin g – Will resume in the fall.

Sa lsa Da n cin g – Will resume in the fall.

J ob /E n t r epr en eur ia l P r ogr a m – The Jobs Program and the Computer Classes will resume in September.

C u b Scou t Pa ck – The families that have registered their children will be contacted regarding upcoming meetings/events.

G en er a l M em b er ship M eet in g – The next meeting is scheduled for Saturday, September 11 at 4:00 p.m. If you cannot attend, we encourage you to send your membership dues of $15 each for 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.

C h ild r en ’s 2010 F r eed om R et r 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.

ASC AC – Scholarships are being offered to students engaged in the study or research of African history on the continent or the Diaspora. Call 718-379-5555.

St a y I n for m ed – Democracy cannot exist without an informed public. Tune in and support the following programs for information that’s vital to the AfricanAmerican community: “Health is Here,” Saturdays, 6:00-8:00 a.m. and Sundays, 7:00-8:00 a.m. WRTN 93.5 FM; “Gil Noble” Sundays, 12:00 p.m., WABC TV Channel 7; “Hour of Power,” with Rev. Al

Sharpton, Sundays, 9:00 a.m., 98.7 KISS FM; WBAI Pacifica Radio, 99.5 FM, all day, everyday. Also, read the NY Amsterdam News and the Caribbean News.

G en er a l M em b er sh ip M eet in g – The next meeting is scheduled for Saturday, September 11th, 4:00 p.m. in Dreiser Center, Room 15. If you cannot attend, we encourage you to join by mailing your membership dues of $15 for single adults and $25 for families to: African-American Association of Coop City, P.O. Box 702, Co-op City Station, Bronx, NY 10475. Your membership helps to support this organization that sustains our community.

Have a safe and enjoyable 4th of July holiday. Remember, don’t drink and drive; don’t text and drive.

—F r a n cin e R eva J on es

American Legion Post 1871 Post 1871 is located in Section 5, Einstein Loop Community Center, Room 41 on the second floor. If you have a computer, you can also reach us by using our e-mail address: post1871@optimum.net Greetings to all our comrades who are residing in the Bay Park Nursing Home.

Our minds and hearts are with you each and every day hoping that you will have a blessed day.

Happy birthday to all our comrades who have a birthday in the month of July: Edward Alonzo, Joan R. Davis, Gregory A. Paths, Jose A. Santana, Norman E. Dallas, Leonard O. Asher, Charles M. Jordon, Jose M. Ramos, Wilbert R. Surplus, Angelo L. Martinez, Leroy JD. Barr, Ray Holloway, Sidney V. Richards

and James J. Cook.

On June 24, our Adjutant Silas Stanford of Post 1871 gave the award to Noah Williams who wrote the best essay “I’m proud to be an American” at P.S. 160. This award has been given out for some time to the best essay at P.S. 160 for many years.

Starting July 1, the VA has increased the out-of-pocket payments for VA pharmaceuticals. The $1 increase will bring to $9 the co-payments facing veterans for each 30-day supply of medicine for the treatment of conditions not related to military service. There are no co-payments associated with military-related treatments and the cap will not apply to veterans in priority groups seven and eight.

It’s official comrades - Retiree Appreciation Day will be held on Oct. 2 at Ft. Hamilton. Contact number is (718) 630-4552 for more information.

A Tuskegee Airman has passed away.

Lt. Col. William H. Holloman, who served in World War II and Vietnam, died at the age of 85. William H. Holloman died from a heart attack on June 11 at Valley Medical Center in Renton, MO. He was the Black helicopter pilot who, according to the Air Force, entered the Army Air Corps as an 18-year-old and trained with the all-Black program at the Tuskegee, Ala., Army Flying School.

For our Post members, there will no meetings in JULY and AUGUST; the executive board will meet in Sept. 11.

Mark this date on your calendar as a reminder.

Do you know what happens when you have a stroke? When you have a stroke, the blood supply to the brain is cut off. Parts of the body controlled by the damaged area of the brain may not function properly.

You can save up to 240 gallons of water a month just from changing your habits while brushing your teeth or washing up.

To all our Post members, have a great safe and summer and return in September with a smile on your face and ready to start the new season with gusto.

This information was provided to you by your Post information officer.

—Richard I. Lawson, Jr.

Retirees of Dreiser Loop The RETIREES’ monthly meetings are now in recess until September, 2010.

The meetings might be in recess but, the RETIREES and friends will continue all summer long to have fun by socializing in our club room weekdays (after 1 p.m., Dreiser Loop, Room 19, 718-79-0377).

NO T E : The Northeast Bronx Community Democratic Club will host the “ Senior Citizens Appreciation Day” Breakfast on Saturday, July 10, at 10 a.m. at the Eastwood Manor, 3371 Eastchester Rd., Bronx, NY. Tickets are $30 per person. The RETIREES will have a table - call Virginia Stewart at (718) 379-0377 to reserve your attendance and ticket ASAP. TRAVEL ACTIVITIES: LOOK! – We are going to see “Psalms of David” at Sight & Sound Theatre’s Living Waters Theatre on Wed.,

September 15th. Price: $120. We would appreciate your 50% deposit ASAP to guarantee your seat. (Contact Lorraine Parker at (718) 671-6403 for more information).

September 19-24 (6 days, 5 nights, Mon. - Fri.). Historical Savannah, GA and neighboring towns. Price: $489 per person-double occupancy. (5 breakfasts & 3 dinners). We have a few choice seats left. Your deposit, with your name and telephone number, with hold your seats. (Contact - Dolores Shivers at (917) 282-0320).

AT T E NT I ON! We have RESCHEDULED the Tunica, MS and Memphis, TN trip to Oct. 23 - Oct. 31, (9 days, 8 nights, Sat.-Sun). The trip includes touring Memphis, visiting the Civil Rights Museum, which is dedicated to Martin L. King, visiting the Smithsonian Museum,

Co-op City Jewish Community Council The Co-op City Jewish Community Council is pleased to sponsor a trip to the Jewish Museum on Thursday, July 15. Among other wonderful exhibits, the Jewish Museum is hosting a fascinating look at the work of Margret and H.A. Rey, the creators of the beloved Curious George children’s books, who narrowly escaped Nazi-occupied Paris on their bicycles. A bus will meet us at 10:30 a.m. in front of

the deli in Dreiser Loop, and we will return by 3 p.m. You may bring a lunch to eat on the bus, or purchase food at the museum’s restaurant. The cost will be $5, payable in advance or on the day of the trip. Please call the Council (718-320-1234) or come into Room 18 of the Dreiser Community Center during office hours (9-5, Mon. to Fri.) to reserve a seat on the bus.

—Lynn Levine

the Rock ‘n’ Soul Museum, and much, much more. Price: $690 per person-double occupancy. (Contact - Eleanora Jones at (718) 671-5707). * Mark your Calendar! Nov. 16-18 (3 days, 2 nights, Tues.-Thurs.). AC Hilton Casino. Price: $200/double and $265single occupancy. (Contact: Ida Morton at (718) 379-0377 for more information and deposits).

THEATRE COMMITTEE: Sat., July 17th - Spirit of New York Cruise Luncheon, 12:00 - 2:00 p.m. Meet and board van by 9:45 am. – near Dreiser Loop deli. Van will leave 10:00 a.m. sharp!

NE W ! - “Unchain My Heart, the Ray Charles Musical” to play Broadway in the Fall (opening in Nov.-Theatre date to be announced). Price: $89. Sign up now and bring your deposit/payment ASAP to

guarantee your seat.

See members of the Theatre Committee on Thursday afternoons (after 3 p.m.) in Room 19 or call (718) 379-0377.

Checks or money orders only will be accepted for all club activities.GOOD AND WELFARE: Thoughts of heartfelt sympathy are with Fred Lewis, CEO of Gloria Wise Community Center, whose sister, Lucille Fields, recently passed away. The RETIREES support all of you on the mend and send you warm and bright wishes for a speedy recovery and subsequent long and healthy lives. You may contact Elinor Gordon at (718) 379-8755 regarding illnesses and bereavements.

Do have a safe fun-filled summer.

Good health and good fortune to all!

—C la u d et t e Da vis

Congratulations, David!

David Aaron Britt, son of Lisa and Brian Britt of Bldg.

15A, graduated from Pelham Preparatory Academy on the Columbus H.S. campus on Sunday, June 27. David earned an Advanced Regents diploma with NYC Merit and also received an award for excellence in Social Studies. David will begin attending Lehman College in the fall. We wish you much success as you pursue your Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Media Journalism. We love you!

Love always, —M om & Da d

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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; 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 *Not e: Summer Worship Hours at CPC, July 25th – September 5th: Sunday School (Adults) - 8:30 a.m.

Worship Service - 9:30 a.m.

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.

OTHER SCHEDULED EVENTS: Hero Headquarters Vacation Bible School Summer Camp, sponsored by the Sunday School (for children 4½ - 12 years) will be held July 12- July 16, 7:30 a.m.-6:00 p.m. at the Church Annex, 2053 Asch Loop (Co-op City). Just bring your lunch, your favorite Bible and your energy! Snacks provided. Program includes Bible Study, Arts and Crafts, God’s Music and Dance, Movies, Play Time, and Special Guests. Registration is required. To register your child or for information, call (718) 862-9172.

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 in discussing 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.

The next Craft Workshop of the Sister to Sister Ministry will be held on Saturday, July 31st at 10:00 a.m. at the Church Annex. Fee: $5 for returning crafters; $8 for new crafters (includes registration, yarn, knitting needles or crochet hook. To register, or for information, contact cpcsisters@aol.com or (718) 320-1193.

Saturday, August 28 – Nurses Ministry’s Annual Shopping Spree to Reading, Pa. (Vanity Fair and Burlington Outlets). Bus departs 7:30 a.m. from Church Annex (2053 Asch Loop North, Co-op City). Donation: $41. For tickets and/or information, call (718) 671-7935 or (718) 671-1754.

HOLD THE DATE! Saturday,

September 18th, noon – 4:00 p.m. at Dreiser Auditorium B, the Pastor’s Aid and Missionary Ministries sponsor an elegant and exciting FASHION SHOW AND LUNCHEON, featuring the fashions of Dressed to A “T” by Theresa Ferguson.

Tickets: $50. For information and tickets, call (718) 379-4237; (718) 652-2906 or the church, (718) 862-9172.

Saturday, September 25 – Join the Nurses Ministry on their annual trip to The Big “E” State Fair in Springfield, Mass. Departure from Church Annex at 7:30 a.m. Tickets: $55/adults; $35/children (3-10). For information and/or reservations, call (718) 671-7935 or 671-1754.

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

—Evan G. Mitchell

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 11:00 a.m. Sunday School for adults is held at 9:15 a.m. The Wednesday afternoon and evening Bible study classes have been suspended for the summer. The midweek worship service is suspended for the summer. Additionally, Friday prayer meeting is on hold for the months of July and August and will resume on Friday, September 10th.

The Co-op City Baptist Church is located at 135 Einstein Loop, Room 50 (lower level). Our telephone number is 718-3203774. 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, you may dial in to listen on PODCAST. You may call (646) 929-2953 at noon to hear the service.

Our own, 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 of the book, call the church or order on-line at www.PrincipleCentered Living.com.

All are welcome to join us as we “StepUp and Go Green For Jesus.” Come explore with us God’s love for all of his creation and discover our important role as stewards of all He has given us. Join us

Broun Place Townhouse Association Happy July 4th weekend 2010; Broun Place hopes everyone has a safe and fun time proudly celebrating the birth and independence of our country. Broun Place is really in a great location. Residents can walk to Bay Plaza or Dreiser Loop easily.

On a day like Sunday, June 27th, it was hot to walk to the fair in Section 5, but many managed to get there.

En-route, it was noticed that big new waste bins have been placed at the Bartow/Bay Plaza crossings budgeted through Councilman’s Seabrooks office.

Observed were two bins surrounded by garbage! Someone said, “Why remind people to use the waste bins; they are not readers!” That is likely the truth, but readers, even if it isn’t your personal empty bottle, etc. perhaps you can pick it up and put it in the bin. The litterbugs need to get fined to stop but some residents will pick up behind the litterbugs.

Materials left by Mr. Pou on the Health Care Program, Medicare and co-insurance are still available – let your president know you want them. Mr. Pou promised he will be back in the autumn to answer more questions for us.

A few neighbors have voiced concern about the geese families and their sidewalk droppings. Riverbay has addressed this topic in several past articles and neighbors with concerns can go to Cooperator Services for assistance. Make it your goal to participate in maintaining and improving Co-op City.

If you have a cat that hasn’t been spayed or neutered, do not let it out. Please alert Public Safety to people who are breaking cooperator rules. There is no barbequing allowed on our grounds. Co-op City rules are enforced by the Public Safety Department at 718-671-3050; call 9-1-1 for police emergencies.

With the imminent closing of some senior center services, it is even more important to be aware of our neighbor’s disposition. Are they homebound and unable to go to the store or in need of a friendly visit? Please advise a member of the executive committee if you need help.

We send kudos and best wishes to all graduates and if you would like your celebration mentioned, just drop the president of the association a note.

—E va L a za a r

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as we give glory to God as the Creator and step-up to take care of all His creations. Vacation Bible School will be held nightly June 28 to July 9 from 5:30 to 8:00 p.m.

“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. The deadline for payment is July 4, and distribution will be at the church on Saturday, July 17 from 11 a.m. to noon. Due to the picnic, the delivery date has been changed. This month, the feast has a baby back ribs dinner special, with the trimmings, at a cost of $20. Call the church for additional information.

—H a t t ie L . L u ca s

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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. List of Programs and Events 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 Sunday of the month Youth Sunday takes place the second Sunday of the month Seniors Sunday - the fifth Sunday of the month Singles’ Ministry meet every third Tuesday of the

month at 6:00 p.m.

Midday Bible Study - every Tuesday from noon to 1:00 p.m.

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.

—Carole Haque

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.

The LORD does not see as mortals see; they look on the outward appearance, but the LORD looks on the heart.

--1 Samuel 16:7 (NRSV) Upcoming Events & Schedule Changes Communion Service: Sunday July 4th at 11 a.m. – Join us at the Lord’s table. All are welcomed.

Discipleship Classes 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.

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) 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.

FYI You can now see portions of our services and worship on our website www.circleofchristchurch.org, Facebook and Youtube.

All Sunday services are recorded on CD and available 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.

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; 718-864-4002 or 203-559-1494.

Ser vice L oca t ion : 2049 Bartow Avenue – Bartow Community Ccenter, Room 31, Bronx, NY 10475.

Web sit e: www.circleofchristchurch.org.

—J esu s R a m os

From the Warfront to the Homefront Foundation From the Warfront to the Homefront Foundation Inc., in sponsorship with UNOS’ Chicago Grill Restaurant, will have a two day “Dough Raiser” event on Wednesday, July 14th and Thursday, July 15th at its Yonkers restaurant located on 2650 Central Park Avenue in Yonkers, New York.

From the Warfront to the Homefront Foundation is a Co-op City based 501(c)(3) I.R.S. approved tax-

exempt charitable organization seeking to provide assistance to Afghanistan and Iraq War veterans and their families. We also seek to advocate on behalf of the families who have lost a loved one in either conflict since 2001 and 2003 respectively.

Proceeds from meals purchased at UNOs’ Chicago Grill Restaurant over these two days will go toward our foundation. You must present a voucher for your

meals, whether you eat at the restaurant or take out your meal. Purchase any meal between noon and 11:00 p.m.

If you would like to receive a voucher, please contact Mark Bruh at (646) 359-7723 Please come out and support our troops and their families.

—Mark Bruh

Co-op City Jewish Center Saturday services are continuing thanks to those people who attend. Please try to attend whenever possible.

We would like to remind our members and any Jewish people in Co-op City looking for a conservative synagogue, we are still here, and all are welcome. Try to take a Saturday and come to services when you can. Frieda will be in the office Monday and Wednesday from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. if anyone wants to drop off their donations or dues.

Plans for the High Holy Days are set. Rabbi Pamela Barmash and Cantor Jerry Schneider will be with us again this year.

For information regarding the Synagogue or questions, please get in touch with Frieda at 718-671-3679 —Frieda Epstein

Family Owned and Operated • Large Chapel on premises

• Pre-need counseling

• Ample Parking on premises

• Out of town services

• Casket Showroom on premises

• Cremations

Personalized & Professional Care

A dignified funeral every family can afford.

All areas are handicapped accessible

Worldwide Shipping including Caribbean, Africa & South America

Co-op City Jewish Center Sisterhood Monday game days will continue as usual for your pleasure.

There is always room for new players, canasta, mahjong, rummy-O, etc. For a $3 donation, you can enjoy company and refreshments. We are hoping to meet new players and members.

You may call Frieda for any other information at 718671-3679.

—Frieda Epstein

718-231-7647 Call 24 Hours

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Serving all cultures & faiths

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Pentecostal Tabernacle Pentecostal Tabernacle is located at 120 Benchley Pl., Building 24 (street level), Bronx, N.Y. 10475. You are invited to attend services on the following days: Sunday School for all ages begins at 10:30 a.m.

Worship starts at 11:45 a.m.

Wednesday evening prayer meeting starts at 7:30 p.m.

Friday evening Bible study starts at 7:30 p.m. for everyone that would like to participate in studying the word of God.

All are welcome to attend.

Timothy 2:15 Study to show thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly the word of truth.

Focus: Virtue is the quality that sustains our entrance and standing before a holy God and allows the strength and healing presence of God to flow through us.

Philippians 4:8 Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatso-

ever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report, if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think of these things.

A Christian’s strength resides in his or her relationship with God. A life filled with virtue results in a clean conscience and removes any cloud of guilt, providing a bold entrance into the presence of the Lord. A virtuous life fulfills the purpose for the grace of God, making that work complete. Godly virtue adds value to human life, and that

enhancement becomes obvious to others. Paul joined Peter in encouraging the pursuits of virtue when he admonished Timothy to give himself wholly to righteous principles. Read 1Timothy 4: 15 16) Paul concluded that adding virtue to faith is a profitable venture that causes the believer’s value to rise even in the eyes of those around him.

For more information, call 718-3240334 or 718-320-4218.

—Rev. R. Sibblies

Evangelical Church of Co-op City – UMC Open Doors, Open Hearts and Open Minds C om e & Visit Us – We welcome you to God’s House – Your House – One Family in Christ. We are a congregation with spirit-filled worship, offering a variety of opportunities for spiritual growth, fellowship and service to God and our community. We are a multi-ethnic, multicultural and bilingual congregation and all are welcome. Services are at the church at 2350 Palmer Avenue, across the street from Building 30. Parking is available.

Su n d a y Ser vices – The first Sunday of the month is a bilingual service with communion at 10 a.m. Every other

Sunday, the services are as follows: English Service at 9 a.m. and the Spanish Service at 11:30 a.m. There are Bible studies in English and Spanish at 10:30 a.m. We also have a children’s service during the English service.

J u ly 4th – We will have our bilingual service and will be honoring all the students for finishing school and also our first music students.

Web sit e - Visit our new website at www.co-opcityumchurch.org to learn more about our church and worship. Also learn about Buy for Charity on our web-

site and learn how to support our church while shopping online for no extra cost to you.

Neos P r ogr a m s – The teens and children’s program every Friday night at 8 p.m. at the church.

F lea M a r ket is com ing – We are having a flea market on Saturday, September 25th and if you are interested in being a vendor, call Pauline at (718) 320-1552.

Call between 5 and 8 p.m. or call Barbara at (347) 602-7473 and leave a message and someone will get back to you as soon as possible. Cost is $30 per space and $5

per table.

M u sic School – The church is happy to announce the start of the Crescendo Christian Music School at the church. We will be teaching piano, guitar, voice and theory to start. You can contact Frank Colon, Music Director, at (917) 753-3544 or the church at (718) 320-3794.

Sum m er F u n – On July 11th, we will be having Summer Sidewalk Fun from 4 – 8 p.m. There will be games, fun activities, music and we will have food for sale.

Come and bring a friend.

—R ev. Dr. M ilca Alva r ez-P la u d

St. Joseph’s Anglican Episcopal Church St. Joseph’s Anglican Episcopal Church is located at 155 Dreiser Loop on the lower level.

Telephone (718) 320- 0844.

Weekly Schedule: Sunday: Service 9 a.m. Sunday School 9 a.m. Wednesday: Bible Study 7 p.m.

Thursday: Choir Rehearsal 7-8 p.m. Friday: Youth Group 4-6:00 p.m. Young Adults 6:30-9 p.m. The Sunday School leads services every fourth Sunday and the young adults lead services every fifth Sunday.

Upcoming Events: St. Joseph’s Boutique; Open this

Saturday and every other Saturday, noon-4 p.m. Boutique is located outside of St. Joseph’s Church. The Men’s Club of St. Joseph’s is having a special call meeting on Sunday, July 11th immediately after service for election of officers; all men of the church are hereby invited to attend

Save the Date: St. Joseph’s Annual Picnic; Saturday, July 31; Pelham Bay Park.

Dinner sale, September 25th.

I will exalt you, O God my King, and bless your Name for ever and ever (Psalm 145).

—Kevin Wallace

Einstein Cancer Fund A happy 4th of July as we celebrate America’s birthday and to all celebrating in this month.

Tu esd a y, J u ly 13t h — Showboat Casino. Cost per person, $27 with a $30 slot bonus. Time of pick-up: 8 a.m. starting at Einstein Loop, followed by Asch Loop and Dreiser Loop.

A n n u a l R a ff le L u n c h e o n —

Saturday, September 25 at the Seashore Restaurant on City Island. Cost per person is $48. You will receive raffle tickets for the gift drawings hoping that everyone will be a sure winner. The entrée choices are with all the trimmings are as follows: shrimp scampi, filet of sole, fried shrimps, veal cutlet parmesan, or prime rib roast of beef

and dessert.

Please join us. Everyone is welcomed for all our trips and events. If you cannot reach us during the course of the day, please call us in the evening.

For all of the above events: Mildred at 718-320-0288; Loretta, 718-671-2958; or Lydia at 718-6713005. For memorial cards, please call

Loretta also.

I want to thank everyone who attended the “Rat Pack” luncheon and show.

It was a great show which brought back wonderful memories of songs and good laughter. Thanks once again.

Good health and healings are wished to all.

—Lyd ia R u a s

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Bartow

Einstein

Dreiser

Monday, July 5

Crochet & Knitting Library

Library

9:00 am Rm. 7

9:30 - 1 pm Rm. 31

9:30 - 1:00 pm Rm. 49

July 4th Around The Lunch Holiday Table

Stay Well Exercise

Dominoes

10:00 am Rm. 2

10:00 am Rm. 45

Walking Club

Alert & Alive 10:00 am Rm. 31

Bingo 11:00 am Rm. 31

Dominoes

11:00 am Rm. 7

Freestyle Dancing 11:30 am Rm. 49 All Senior Centers Closed 12:30 - 2 pm Rm. 2 Bingo

Kosher

Non-Kosher

Soups, Breads and Desserts

Orange-pineapple juice,

Pepper steak, chick peas, white rice, cauliflower, carrots & broccoli

Burger bun, apricot halves in juice

CLOSED

Mon., hamburger, hash brown, lettuce & tomato July 5 w/dressing

Tues., July 6

Apple juice, tilapia fish, fried rice, buttered carrots

BBQ chicken, green beans, corn on the cob

Rye bread, diced pears

Wed., July 7

Baked chicken, baked potato, chopped broccoli

Meatloaf w/gravy, mashed potatoes, spinach

Whole wheat bread, fresh oranges

Thurs., July 8

Orange juice, baked salmon, garlic macaroni, Harvard beets

Baked chicken, penne, carrots

Rye bread, fresh peach

Fri., July 9

Pineapple juice, BBQ chicken, angel hair pasta, tossed salad w/dressing

Salmon, red kidney beans, white rice, chopped broccoli

Whole wheat bread, apricots

12:30 pm Rm. 31

Book Club

1:00 pm 49 Happy &Rm.Safe 4th Afternoon of July!Movie 2 - 4 pm Rm. 7

2 - 4 pm Rm. 25

Internet Cafe 2 - 4 pm Rm. 34

Current Events

Tuesday, July 6

Date:

Library, Exercise, Chat session

10:00 am Rm 31

Dominoes

Bingo

10:00 am Rm. 49

10:00 am Rm. 31

Tai Chi

Beg. Self Defense

11:00 am Rm. 45

9:00 am Rm. 31

Bingo

Adv. Self Defense

1:00 pm Rm. 49

10:00 am Rm. 31

Mixed Cultural Dance

Internet Cafe

10:30 am Aud. A

Computer lab 2 - 4 pm Rm. 34

Tuesday Movie w/popcorn

Dominoes 2:30 pm Rm. 25

Word Games

9:30 am – 1:00 pm Rm. 7

Alert & Alive 10:30 am Rm. 7

2 - 4 pm Rm. 7

2 - 4 pm Rm. 25

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

Wednesday, July 7

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

Bingo10:00 am Rm. 31 Stay Well Exercise

Dominoes

10:00 am Rm. 31

Spelling Bee

Line Dancing

10:00 am in Rm. 49

11:00 am Rm. 31

9:30 am – 1:00 pm Rm. 7

Dominoes

Spanish Practice Class

Garden Club

2:30 pm Rm. 25

10:30 am Computer lab

Tai Chi

Word Games

Bingo

11:00 a.m. Rm. 2

2 - 4 pm Rm. 25

1:00 pm Rm. 49

Art

Blood Pressure 1st/

Internet Cafe

3rd Wed. 9:00 -10:00 Rm. 31

Computer lab 2 - 4 pm Rm. 34

1:00 - 4 p.m.

Rm. 7

10:00 am in Rm. 45

10:30 am Rm. 7

Library/Exercise/Chat

Bingo

Thursday, July 8

Library, Exercise, Chat session,

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”

Dominoes

9:30 am Rm. 31

10 am Rm. 45

Friday, July 9

Art

Crochet & Knitting 9:00 am Rm. 2

Bingo

10:00 am Rm. 45

10:00 am Rm. 31

Self Defense

Day at the Movies w/popcorn

10:00 am Rm. 45

10:00 am Rm. 7

Spelling Bee

Bingo

11:00 am Rm. 31

Meditative Moments

1:00 pm Rm. 49

11:00 am Rm. 8

Internet Cafe

Current Events

2 - 4 pm Rm. 34

2 - 4 pm Rm. 7

Dominoes 2:30 pm Rm. 31

Word Games 2 - 4 pm Rm. 25

Blood Pressure 2nd & 4th Friday 10:00 -11:30 am Rm. 49

*Schedule subject to changes without notice*

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

WEEKLY TRIPS 1st Monday: Stew Leonard’s $5 1st & 3rd Mondays: Super Wal-Mart $12 Every Tuesday: Bowling $10 SWIMMING CLASSES CANCELLED!

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

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

Upcoming Events/Trips NOT E : M O NDAY, J ULY 5T H , J ASA W I L L BE C L O SE D DUE TO J ULY 4T H O BSE RVANC E DAY. T O AL L O U R S W I M M E R S : S W I M M I NG W I L L B E C A NC E L L E D E F F E C T I VE I M M E DI AT E LY DUE TO C H ANG E S I N SUM M E R C L ASSE S AT T H E Y. Swimming will resume in September.

UP C O M I NG T R I P S/E VE NT S J E R S E Y G AR DE NS M A L L Thursday, July 15 - Transportation/boxed lunch only $13. Pick-up information: Bartow at 8:00 a.m., Dreiser Loop at 8:15 a.m., Einstein Loop at 8:30 a.m. Phone registration will begin immediately at 10 a.m. Please sign up by calling the Bartow office at (718) 320-2066. Payment can be made at the local senior center.

PAL I SADE S M AL L - Monday, July 19th. Transportation/boxed lunch only $12. Pick-up information: Bartow at 9:00 a.m., Dreiser Loop at 9:15 a.m., Einstein Loop at 9:30 a.m. Phone registration will begin immediately at 10 a.m. Please sign up by calling the Bartow office at (718) 320-2066.

O r ch a r d Bea ch - Monday, July 23rd, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Transportation/Boxed Lunch only $10. Enjoy 5 hours of fun and relaxation on the beach. Pick-up Information: Asch Loop at 9:00 a.m., Dreiser Loop at 9:15 a.m., Einstein Loop at 9:30 a.m. Phone Registration will begin July 1st at 10 a.m. Please sign up by calling the Bartow office at (718) 320-2066 or any of the senior centers. Flyers will be located at the senior centers.

SUM M E R C AM P - The Beacon Program at Camp Kaufmann will resume once again this year. The program will start July 20 – August 17, Tuesdays and Thursdays. The cost is $18 for each day.

Effective immediately registration will begin. To reserve your dates, please call the Bartow office at 718-320-2066 from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Transportation will be provided.

P ick -u p s: Bartow - 8 a.m., Dreiser 8:15 a.m., Einstein 8:30 a.m. Flyers and registration forms will be available at the senior centers and the Bartow office, 2049 Bartow Ave. or call 718-320-2066.

Ba t ea u x NY - Spirit Cruises New York’s Ultimate Dining Cruise-Friday,

August 20th-$75. Boarding time on boat11:30 a.m. at the Chelsea Piers, Manhattan. Lunch: 12 - 2 p.m. Step aboard our European-inspired, all-glass vessel for an afternoon of unparalleled splendor aboard a New York Harbor cruise.

As the magnificent New York skyline spreads before you in all directions, you’ll be pampered with gourmet cuisine, fine wines, live jazz and sophisticated dance music on this amazing dining cruise.

Truly, an experience as inspiring as the city itself.

Bateaux NY provides a pianist for light background entertainment. Trip includes transportation, 3 course meal, menu includes choice of one appetizer, entrée, and a dessert which are as follows — Appetizers: baby organic greens, organic grape tomatoes, blue cheese and lemon vinaigrette; lobster bisque-rich Pacific Rim lobster, simmered in butter and blended with crème Fraiche and a touch of sherry (same as dinner without the additional seafood added); Entrees: free-range Tuscan chicken breast-herb, rubbed chicken breast with roasted Idaho potatoes, wilted greens with a white truffle oil and wild mushroom sauce; Quiche Lorraine–a creamy blend of eggs, Emmentaler cheese and Canadian bacon in a delicate flaky crust, served with eggplant confit and tossed greens; Miso glazed wild Alaskan salmon-fire roasted salmon fillet with fresh soy beans, coconut rice and baby bok choy; Mediterranean Vegetable Purse-Israeli cous cous, roasted vegetables and imported cheese in a whole wheat pastry bundle served on a bed of baby carrots, asparagus and fire roasted red pepper puree; Dessert - Bateaux NY dessert trio-moist berry, Oreo Dream Bar and brulee raspberry cheesecake all served with a variety of sauces and whipped cream and a live piano player.

P ick -u p in for m a t ion : Asch Loop at 9:00 a.m., Dreiser Loop at 9:15 a.m., Einstein Loop at 9:30 a.m.

Please register by calling the Bartow office at (718) 320-2066.

Payments can be made at any of the senior centers. Flyers will be located at the senior centers.

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WEEKLY SCHEDULE HOBBIES African-American Association, Yoga/Pilates Classes”: Tues., 7/6; & Thurs., 7/8; 6:00 pm (Dreiser Room 2) “Salsa Class” Thurs., 7/8; 6:00 pm (Dreiser Aud. A)

RELIGIOUS Circle of Christ Church: Fri., 7/9; 6:00 pm & Sun., 7/11; 9:00 am Church Service (Bartow Rooms 28 & 31)

Church of the New Vision Bible Study: Sun., 7/11; 9:00 am (Einstein Room 38)

Deeper Life Bible Church: Tues., 7/6; 5:00 pm (Dreiser Room 1) Faith @ Work Christian Church: Thurs., 7/8; 5:30 pm & Sun., 7/11; 8:00 am (Dreiser Room 8)

Iglesia Cristiana Marcos 16:15: Sun., 7/11; 10:00 am (Einstein Room 35) Harvest Restoration Ministries: Sun., 7/11; 10:00 am (Dreiser Room 10)

SENIORS JASA Senior Services “Luncheon”: Tues., - Fri., 7/6 - 7/9; 8:00 am (Bartow Room 31)

SERVICE & CIVIC Weight Watchers Nutrition Program: Tues., 7/6; “Meeting Time” 6:00 pm (Dreiser Room 4)

Baychester Library Events

AARP Chapter #4997 R E M I NDE R : NO MEETING IN JULY AND AUGUST…“See you in September…”

F YI : Seniors have been able to count on Social Security benefits. At this time, AARP is concerned about the budget deficit commission charge to balance the nation’s budget and to find cuts in federal spending – Social Security is a prime target. After a lifetime of hard work contributing to Social Security, you, your family and friends deserve every cent you’ve earned. Don’t let your retirement benefits be put at risk. Tell Congress and President Obama “Social Security didn’t cause the deficit, therefore, these benefits should not be cut to fix it.”

Get Well wish es to Mattie Murrell, who fell on her way to church…

To notify Peachtree Chapter of illness or bereavement, contact Frances Wilson, Good & Welfare Coordinator, 718-671-5493.

2010 TOUR COMMITTEE ACTIVITIES: 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 Bally’s Atlantic City Casino — $75 – Depart from Asch Loop (in front of the library) at 7:45 a.m. …contact Jeanne – 718-379-3742.

August 10 (Tues.) – “All You Can Eat Lobster” HuKeLau (Chicopee, MA); also includes king crab legs; prime rib;

barbecue chicken; summer salads, rolls; along with the famous Polynesian Revue Show; deluxe motor coach transportation - $90/person…WAITING LIST AVAILABLE — 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 – Documents will be given 30 days prior to departure at the “Meet & Greet” gathering (date & location to be announced) — contact Jeanne – 718-379-3742.

2011 SAVE THE DATE 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 — BOOK A.S.A.P., limited categories available at the group rate; 2nd payment ($500) due August 1; Final payment due Oct. 1st – contact Jeanne – 718-379-3742.

—Delor es Deb n a m

Handicapped Adults Association

HAVE A SAFE & HEALTHY 4TH OF JULY!!!!

Teens Advisory Group — Tuesday, July 6 • 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.

Kids Reading Aloud — Wednesday, July 7 • 3:30 p.m.

Chess Club — Thursday, July 8 • 3:30 p.m.

Kids Arts & Crafts — Friday, July 9 • 3 p.m.

Adults Computer Class — Friday, July 9 • 10:30 a.m.

For our van operation, Wednesday and Thursdays from 9:30 a.m. until 2:30 p.m., we are requesting that you make your doctors’ appointments in the morning. You must be ready to return before 2:00 p.m.

To make reservations for the van, call (718) 320-2069.

F L E A M AR K E T ! Greeting cards are two for 25 cents; jewelry, soft covered books are five for $1; hard covered books are 50 cents each; DVDs are $3 each; tapes are $1 each, cassettes are 50 cents each. We also have

a Pronto motorized wheelchair for sale. There are wooden canes for sale for $5 each. Come into the office and look around. We are located in Dreiser Community Center, Room 13.

Sunday, June 27 was the last meeting of the General Membership. We look forward to having our members attend as we will be discussing future plans for the new season.

Have a good summer. For any information, please contact the office at (718) 320-2069.

— Ar l e n e R o d r i q u e z

Teens Book Group — Friday, July 9 • 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.

The New York Public Library Baychester Branch • 2049 Asch Loop • Bronx, NY 10475 (Fully Wheelchair Accessible) NEW HOURS: Monday & Wednesday, 10-8; Tuesday & Thursday, 10-8 & Friday & Saturday, 10-5 Libros En Español (Books in Spanish) Horario de la biblioteca: Lunes 10-8, Martes 10-8, Miércoles 10-8, Jueves 10-8, Viernes 10-5, Sábado 10-5, Domingo Cerrado

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Happy 4th of July!

Goose Island Senior Citizens Happy Fourth of July to all. Happy birthday and happy anniversary to all that celebrate in the month of July.

Wednesday, July 7—Bingo game in Room 39. Time is 1:30 p.m. Admission is $2, everyone is welcome. Refreshments served.

Thursday, July 15—Going to PLATZL BRAUHAUS, Pomona, N.Y. A great time to be had. Lots of fun, food, and games. Price: $56 (Fifty six dollars).

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

Wednesday, July 27—Going to Atlantic City. Price is $30. Rebate is $30 slot play. Pick-up time is 8 a.m. at our three usual bus stops.

Thursday, Nov. 11—End of Year Party at Seashore Restaurant. Price is $50 (fifty dollars) for members and non-members.

Seven entrees to choose from - baked salmon, broiled filet of sole, shrimp scampi, fried shrimp, Rosemary chicken, veal cutlet parmigiana and prime beef.

Also, wine and soda on table and coffee, tea, and dessert. Music by Mr. Willard.

Party time is 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Everyone going to Platzl Brauhaus: all payments must be paid by July 8. See Ann or Mary for more information at 135 Einstein Center, Room 39, Monday – Thursday, 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. or call (718) 379-9613.

GOOD HEALTH TO ALL. —Mary Pilla

Call 718.320.3300, ext. 3384 for our affordable rates.

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Reflections

by Rabbi Solomon I. Berl Spiritual Leader of Young Israel Synagogue The State Department is an Alzheimer’s case. It remembers nothing. It wants Israel to come up with a “new framework” for Gaza. President Obama will press the point on Israel’s Prime Minister Netanyahu when he visits Washington.

What about the old framework that Israel had to get rid of? The one where Israel had settlements in Gaza, the one where Gazans had employment in those settlements and in Israel proper and where there was no terrorist Hamas rule. How wonderful it was to get rid of that framework, the world cheered in unison. Israel withdrew from Gaza and took down the old framework unilaterally, but don’t expect the State Department to remember that. It was, after all, five years ago. Nor, apparently, can we expect world leaders to remember what happened after the old framework ended in August, 2005. Three months later, Israel reached an agreement to allow freedom of movement in and out of Gaza, and to permit the Palestinians to build a seaport and airport inside Gaza.

What happened? That too is forgotten.

These beautiful Palestinian dreams were

spoiled not by an Israeli blockade of Gaza, not by a flotilla’s attempt to break the blockade, not by settlers on the West Bank, not by Israeli building projects in East Jerusalem. The dreams were spoiled by the Palestinians themselves, who first burned the greenhouses Israel left behind; second, elected terrorists to lead them (Hamas) and third, launched thousands of rockets against Israel. Even when all that was done, Israel still supplied electricity, fuel and food to Gaza. But this is all too much of a strain for the leaders in Washington and the protesters in Europe to remember. Simple cause-and-effect, simple five-year memory is too tough for Washington and the rest of the world to hold in its head.

If the world doesn’t like the Israeli blockade of Gaza, let it feed and support Gaza by itself. Let the world see what it’s like to motivate a people to build their own life when they prefer to hate Israel. Let the world see what it’s like to root out the terrorists, the bomb factories, the human shields, the kidnappers, the killers in Gaza. Egypt failed.

Israel failed. The Palestinian Authority failed. Fine: Let the world take it on.

Building 30 Association 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.

At t en t ion : We have an email address.

It is: Building30@hotmail.com.

Join the Crochet Club every Wednesday from 1 to 3 PM 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.

Our last meeting until the Fall is Wednesday, June 30. Have a safe, happy

and healthy summer!

C om in g E ven t s 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.

We had so much fun at Friday evening Game Night on June 4 that we have planned to do it again on Friday, July 9 from 7:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. So watch our Bulletin Board for information. We would like to do this at least once a month. Read this article for further Game Night updates.

—M ir ia m E . Ber lofsky

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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 Sundays during the summer when we have Bingo scheduled from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Candle lighting on Friday, July 9, is before 7:20 p.m. Shabbos ends today, Saturday, July 3, at 9:21 p.m. We recite Havdallah (The Recital over the Wine) at the end of Shabbos.

Mincha services on Saturday, July 3 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-“Love Work, Hate Authority” Coming Events: Saturday, July 3-Services are at 9 a.m.

The parsha is Pinchas.

Sunday, July 11 – Sisterhood sponsors a fun afternoon of Bingo. The cost is $3/person. Refreshments are included.

Sunday, July 18 – Join the Synagogue as they sponsor a cool afternoon of Bingo. The cost is $3 per person and includes refreshments and noshes. See you there!

Monday, July 19 – Erev Tisha B’av- We will have Evening Services in the Shule at 8:25 p.m. The Fast begins at 8:23 p.m.

Tuesday, July 20 is a fast day. It is the Fast of Av. You may travel on this holiday so that you may attend services at another synagogue for the morning services. The Fast ends at 9:02 p.m.

Monday, August 2 – The Men’s Club has planned a trip to the Showboat Hotel & Casino in Atlantic City. Plan ahead!

Keep the date open for a great day of fun.

More information to follow at a later date.

Sunday, August 8 - Sisterhood Bingo.

Sunday August 22 – Synagogue Bingo.

Please note – All Bingos start at 1:30 p.m.

Good and Welfare: Happy birthday and anniversary greetings to all who are celebrating during the month of July.

A happy, healthy birthday is wished to Miriam Berlofsky, the Yankee Doodle Dandy, who celebrates with the nation on Sunday, July 4. Enjoy my great day!

So sorry to report that Mimi Berlofsky is suffering with a bad case of cellulitis in both legs.

The officers, members of Traditional Synagogue offer their thoughts for a speedy recovery to Ann Schlanger, who had a triple bi-pass and a valve replacement. Our thoughts are with you for a complete recovery. Ann is a member of Sisterhood and a dear friend of the shul.

Hope to see you back soon Dues for 2010 are now in order!

P lea se! – Support the Synagogue. We need your help NOW. All donations are gratefully accepted. Thank you.

Shalom!

M ir ia m E velyn Ber lofsky —M

Men’s Club Traditional Synagogue The Men’s Club will be running an Atlantic City trip to Showboat Casino on Monday, August 2. We chose Monday to avoid the home coming shore traffic encounter on most Sunday nights in the summer.

C ost : $27 per person with a $30 slot play that can be used at any machine or table.

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

movie.

For reservations, call: Marty (718) 6717809, Gary (718) 671-8424, Bruce (718) 320-2234.

Pick-up stops: Einstein Loop, 7:45 a.m.; Asch Loop, 8:00 a.m.; Dreiser Loop, 8:05 a.m.

Everyone is invited to all our functions.

We hope you will join us.

Shalom!

Br u ce G it elson —B

Have a safe Fourth of July weekend!!

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Church of the Savior Rev. Dr. Robert A. Smith, Jr., Pastor; Lady Theresa M. Smith, co-founder; Rev. McMillian, Assistant Pastor, and the Church of the Savior family extend an invitation to every person to worship with us. We are a non-denominational, inter-racial, inter-cultural, intergenerational fellowship of believers. We care about you, not your W2. We are not church as usual. Come as you are, we leave the judging to God. The Church of the Savior family extends love and affirmation to the 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. Divin e Wor d b y ou r P a st or : “Finding Rest.”

Scr ip t u r e R ea d in g: Psalm 23:1-6.

Su n d a y M or n in g Sch ed u le Adult Bible Study – 9:15 a.m.

Divine Worship 10:30 a.m.

G ood n ews! 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.

Every Thursday evening, 7:00-9:00 p.m. Bible Study in session. The dynamic Evangelist and gifted teacher, Dr. Margaret Watson, will be the instruc-

tor. Bring a friend, everyone is welcome!

Upcoming Events Worship service begins at 10:00 a.m., Adult Bible Study at 9:00 a.m. Summer hours run through September 5. 10:30 worship resumes on September 12.

July 10 - Men’s Ministry is sponsoring an all men’s breakfast from 10:00 a.m. to noon. Are you looking for a church that welcomes you? Come and join us for a delicious breakfast, positive male bonding and genuine acceptance. COST IS FREE. All men will receive a free t-shirt. Reservations MUST be made by Friday, June 26. Call the church office, 718-320-0002.

T h ou gh t t o wa r m you r h ea r t : “God loves everyone but probably prefers “fruits of the spirit” over “religious nuts!”

—R ev. Dr. R ob er t A. Sm it h , J r.

Harvest Restoration Ministries Pastors Anthony and Andrée Davis, co-founders of Harvest Restoration Ministries, Inc., extend to you a warm invitation to come and worship with us.

We are a community oriented nondenominational church that preaches and teaches the Bible in an exegetical style.

Our focus is to teach members of the ministry to use Biblical doctrines in a practical sense to be a blessing to both the home and the community. It is our desire to be a

church that is “relevant” in affecting society and culture, by raising up not merely “members,” but “leaders” and “agents of change.” We want to empower you to take control of your life and sphere of influence through the power of God’s Word.

Pastor Anthony Davis is currently participating in a mentoring program called “A Covering” under the tutelage of Bishop Noel Jones of the City of Refuge in Gardena, California. This mentoring pro-

gram is an effort on the part of Pastor Davis to enhance the ministry, through his partnership with Bishop Jones and bring a spirit of excellence to the community.

Please come and visit our ministry and take advantage of the wonderful insight that is being shared. God bless!!

We m e e t a t : 177 Dreiser Loop Community Center, Room 10.

O r d er of Ser vices Sunday school – 11:30 a.m.

Sunday Morning Worship – 12:00 p.m.

Wednesday night Bible Study – 7:30 p.m.

Family night – 7:30 p.m. (on selected Fridays) Children’s Church – every 2nd Sunday of every month.

Communion – every 1st Sunday of every month.

—P a st or An t h on y Da vis

DR. LEWIS WOLSTEIN Podiatrist — Foot Specialist • Practicing in Co-op City since 1975 • Board Certified in Foot Surgery • ALL conditions of the foot treated • Most insurance plans accepted, including:

• Most GHI plans accepted • Health Plus accepted • Affinity accepted • H.I.P. Montefiore accepted Dr. Lewis Wolstein

• Participating in the Medicare Diabetic Shoe Program • Evening and Saturday appointments

“Se Habla Español” Call:

718.671.7226 100 DeKruif Place

Building 8 • Ground Floor Section 1 • Co-op City • Bronx, NY 10475

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