Co-op City Times 07/05/14

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More than 5,000 attend Job Fair in Co-op City © Copyright 2014 Co-op City Times

Vol. 49 No. 27

Saturday, July 5, 2014

Job search prep helps prepare Co-op City residents for Job Fair Preparation is a big part of success, and lots of Co-op City residents took advantage of a range of services to put their best foot forward at this week’s Job Fair in the Dreiser Center on July 1.

The non-profit group Dress for Success and the New York Public Library’s Baychester branch offered residents two sessions of Career Days before the Job Fair to have their resumes personally

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Proving that there is no shortage of qualified job seekers but a definite shortage of good jobs, more than 5,000 people lined up at the Dreiser Community Center Tuesday for the chance to meet with recruiters from 54 companies and agencies as Co-op City hosted a major job fair held in connection with the opening of the new Mall at Bay Plaza next month.

Well over 1,000 permanent job openings have been created by the development of the new Mall, which will double the amount of retail space in the already existing mega-sized Bay Plaza, which Co-op City surrounds on two sides.

BY BILL STUTTIG

Job seekers lined up around Dreiser Center Tuesday for a chance to meet with dozens of job recruiters.

Photos by Bill Stuttig

Due to inclement weather, the Co-op City City Fireworks show has been rescheduled to Saturday, July 5th!

The more than 5,000 people, many of them Co-op City residents, lined up around the blocks surrounding Dreiser Center Tuesday for the chance to meet with recruiters from new retailers coming to the new Mall including Macy’s, H&M, Bath and Body Works, and Joe’s Crab Shack to name just a few, and existing retailers from the current Bay Plaza outdoor center including Marshall’s Raymour & Flanigan, and Applebee’s.

Michelle Sajous, Riverbay’s Director of Community Relations, who coordinated the jobs fair (Continued on page 4)

Once inside, potential applicants waited patiently to speak with representatives from major stores such as Macy’s and H&M.

Tunes on Tuesdays kicks off

Opposite Little League Field - Bring your chairs Youth Vendors at 7 p.m. • Fireworks at 9 p.m.

Sponsored by the Riverbay Fund.

Seabrook wins first round in new appeal of conviction Following his request via a handwritten letter from prison, convicted former City Council Member Larry Seabrook’s new attorney is pursuing a new appeal of his conviction for mail and wire fraud.

In the hand-written letter dated April 17, 2014 addressed to Federal Judge Deborah Batts, Seabrook asked that she appoint a new attorney to represent him “due to my present situation of being in prison and the lack of access to necessary information to deal with the new legal issue…”

And Seabrook’s attorney, Ryan Thomas Truskoski of Harwinton, Conn., won an initial victory for Seabrook on June 26 when the 2nd Circuit Court of Appeals in Manhattan agreed that a further examination of the

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facts was required to determine if Seabrook’s Sixth Amendment right to a fair trial was violated.

“Seabrook claims, for the first time on appeal, that he was denied his constitutional right to a public trial because individuals were excluded from the courtroom during voir dire [jury selection],” the Appeals Court justices wrote in their decision.

“To support his claim, Seabrook submitted affidavits to this Court from his brother, a friend, and a former constituent contending that the district court’s deputy clerk asked them and others to leave the courtroom for a substantial portion of jury selection.”

The Appeals Court ruling directs the U.S. Prosecutors office to respond to (Continued on page 4)

Tunes on Tuesdays, the Riverbay Fund’s weekly series of summer evening concerts on the Greenway, began on July 1. A hot summer day gave way to a beautiful summer evening as Riverbay Director of Community Relations Michelle Sajous and City Councilman Andy King introduced the renowned jazz and R&B musicians of Tony Scott and Friends. A gathering of a few hundred listened and danced to the great music for more than an hour. Concert attendee Mark Bruh said after the show, “Thank you, thank you and thank you for bringing Billy Grant and his group to Co-op City this past Tuesday night. This was the best time I have had in a very long time and I needed it.

I know two of the musicians, Billy and Dave Grant, from my Queens College days dating back to 1979. This was a truly mind-blowing show.” Next Tuesday, July 8th, Co-op City’s own Ann Sinclair will be headlining a Gospel show. See more photos on Page 10.

Photos by Bill Stuttig

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critiqued by a job counselor. Job seekers also took advantage of the chance to speak with those counselors to discuss goal-setting strategies and plan a course for their professional careers.

On Saturday, June 28, a Clothing Drive was held in the Dreiser Auditorium to collect donated business attire for those who needed clothes for their interviews at the Job Fair. Community residents were asked to donate their unused women’s and men’s suits, shirts, slacks, skirts, blouses, handbags, ties and accessories that were cleaned, ironed and ready to be worn.

Michelle Sajous, Riverbay’s Director of Community Relations, who was instrumental in organizing these events, spoke about the great support the Co-op City community provided.

“We are here today at this event called ‘Get Suited’ to prepare people for tomorrow’s Job Fair,” Sajous said on Monday.

“We were lucky enough to get a tremendous amount of clothes at the Clothing Drive on Saturday from people and we’re now gifting it back to people who need them.

“I was so happy with the clothing drive,” Sajous said. “We are a very blessed community and we really received some very high-end clothes. In fact we got so many clothes that we had to split into two rooms, one for the men and one for the women.”

The “Get Suited” event was held in three rooms in the Dreiser Auditorium for those preparing for interviews to get appropriately suited for the Job Fair. In addition to distributing clothes, Dress for Success volunteers worked with small groups of job seekers to offer more resume critiquing and to conduct mock interviews.

“In Room 9 we have mock interviews going on where they are setting up people

one-on-one and doing practice interviews. We want to prepare people for more than just ‘here is my application,’” Sajous said.

Experienced adults as well as young people took advantage of the pre-Job Fair preparations.

“We have a lot of adults in this community who might have gotten a city job when they were young and now for whatever reason have been displaced. After 20 years you don’t remember some of these job seeking skills so you need to tighten up on a lot of these,” Sajous said.

The volunteer counselors from Dress for Success met with Co-op City residents in small groups to conduct the mock interviews and get them ready for the questions they will have to answer from potential employers to land that job.

“We’re here to conduct mock interviews and get people ready for Job Fair,” said Tiffany White, one of the Dress for

Success volunteers at Dreiser on June 30.

“We can help them build their skills. A lot of them have been out of the job hunt for a long time, some are retirees and there are also a lot of recent college graduates and current college students. We can help them get acclimated into the workforce.

“Job interviewing is not always easy, but as long as you can maintain a certain level of confidence and know what you bring to the table, you’ll be okay,” White said. “Sometimes it’s just a journey that you have to figure out along the way.”

Riverbay Corp. sponsored these job preparation services and the July 1 Job Fair in collaboration with the Office of the Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr., Department of Labor, the Bronx Overall Economic Development Corporation, Dress for Success, the New York Public Library, Councilman Andy L. King and Assemblyman Michael Benedetto.

The MetroCard Bus will be visiting all three Co-op City locations again this month, enabling customers to sign up for or refill their Reduced-Fare MetroCard, purchase or add money to an existing Metrocard, and purchase E-Z Pass On the Go tags.

On Thursday, July 17, the MetroCard bus will be at the Bartow Mall on Co-op City Blvd. (in front of the Bingo Hall and the eyecare center), from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.; at Dreiser Loop (Park on Debs Place) from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and at Einstein Loop (Elgar Place) from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

MTA New York City Transit advises its customers that there are two kinds of traveling MetroCard Service Centers: the MetroCard Bus and the MetroCard Van. Both vehicles make regularly scheduled stops in all five boroughs each month.

The MetroCard Bus, which stops in Co-op City, travels around the city, stopping at senior citizen centers, shopping centers and along major bus routes.

Customers can handle all of their MetroCard needs, whether it is applying for or refilling a Reduced-Fare MetroCard, buying or refilling a regular MetroCard or asking MetroCard-related

questions. Senior citizens and people with disabilities may apply for the Reduced-Fare MetroCard on the Bus. They will need photo ID and seniors must show proof of age (at least 65 years old).

The MetroCard Van, like the Bus, travels around the city with helpful onboard staff ready to sell Unlimited and Pay-Per-Ride MetroCards, add money to regular and Reduced-Fare MetroCards and answer questions. Reduced-Fare MetroCard applications are available.

EZ Pass On The Go tags are also available for purchase on both the Bus and

the Van. The MetroCard Bus and Van do not operate on the following holidays: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas.

Customers may also want to explore the EasyPay Reduced-Fare payment option. EasyPay lets customers link to their credit or debit card to their Reduced-Fare MetroCard so it refills automatically. For more MetroCard information, please visit the MTA’s website at www.mta.info and click on Fares and Tolls.

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MetroCard Bus to visit Co-op City this month

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Tunes on Tuesday

Riverbay Fund’s Tunes on Tuesdays continues on Tuesday, July 8, 7-8 p.m. with the effervescent and dynamic Ann Sinclair & Friends when she lights up the stage.

Bring your chairs and join the fun on the Section 1 Greenway. In case of rain, go to Dreiser Auditorium B. Tunes on Tuesdays is sponsored by funds generated from the clothing bins at the parking garages so keep your donations coming!

JASA SNAP help

Co-op City Senior Services/ JASA is sponsoring free SNAP (Food Stamps) assistance provided by trained Outreach Specialists from the Council of Senior Centers and Services who will discuss eligibility guidelines and provide help completing the application at the Bartow Center, 2049 Bartow Ave., on Fridays, July 11th & 25th, August 8th & 22nd, September 5th & 19th, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

For more info. and to make an appointment, please call AARP’s SNAP Hotline at 1-855-850-2525.

Walk-in’s are also welcomed. For those who cannot make any of the listed dates, you may contact CSCS’s SNAP Outreach Office, 347-815-5930, for alternative times and locations that are more convenient for you; or email snap@cscsny.org.

Church of the Savior Food Drive

The Rev. Dr. Robert Smith of Co-op City’s Church of the Savior will be holding a summer food drive at the parish, 920 Baychester Ave. Nutritious non-perishable food items are wanted such as canned soups and vegetables, Dr. Smith said. “In the summer months, donations to food programs typically drop off because regular donors go on vacation or are busy with children home from school full time. But the need and hunger of the less fortunate might increase. I am asking all Co-op City residents to please keep in mind that none of us are immune from an event or a series of events that might put us in need one day.

And the need for food never takes a holiday even though we might.

For this reason, our church has set up special hours for the donation of non-perishable food items this summer at the church including from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Mondays, from 1 to 3 p.m. on Tuesday and 9 to 10 a.m. Sundays, before the weekly worship service.” Dr. Smith said that anyone who would like to donate at another time can call him at 917-734-4058 to make an appointment. The church reminds every that only nutritious non-perishable food items are needed, not non-nutritious snack items.

FRONT PA G E

Farmer’s Market for Co-op City opens in Aldrich Street park Wednesday

The freshest produce from regional farmers, much of it harvested the previous day, will be brought to Co-op City and sold to residents here each Wednesday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. from July 9th through November 26th.

The weekly Farmer’s Market in Co-op City is one of 16 operated city-wide by Harvest Home Farmer’s Market. The Bronx alone has eight markets operating this summer.

This is the seventh season for the Co-op City Farmer’s Market which features fresh produce from a variety of farmers from upstate and neighboring states selling vegetables and fruits and other perishable food items such as baked goods from their farms. New this year to the Co-op City market will be fresh melons from J.D. Farms in Brewster, NewYork. Also, Maria Cedeno will be selling her Spanish seasoned breads and baked goods under the Mi Cocina brand. The market changed locations three years ago to Aldrich Street Park at Asch Loop and Aldrich Street next to the firehouse.

Maritsa Owens, the owner and operator of Harvest Home Farmer’s Market, the only African-American-owned Farmer’s Market operating in the Bronx and elsewhere, said that the idea of her market coming to Co-op City actually began seven years ago.

“Fresh fruits and vegetable are needed everywhere,” Owens said, “and from what I understand the supply in Co-op City is lacking and the density of the population here definitely calls for it.”

Owens added that this year the market day has been changed from Saturday to Wednesday to allow people who work in the area along with residents, to take advantage of the fresh produce made

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available by regional farmers.

For the first three years of the market in Co-op City, it was on the Greenway and not visible and readily accessible to the general public. “More residents and visitors coming out means that more farmers want to take part in the Co-op City market and a subsequent increase in the volume and variety that will be

available each week.”

Owens added that WIC provides coupons to be specifically used at Farmer’s Markets. Other programs accepted at the Co-op City market include Senior FMNP coupons, Health Bucks and SNAP. Owens said that previously residents who had such coupons would have to travel to farmer’s markets available on the other side of the Bronx to redeem those coupons but now they can be redeemed right here in the community.

In order for a product to be sold at a certified Farmer’s Market it must have been harvested less than two days from being brought to market. “So the advantage is that everything you see is fresh; it has not been sitting around in a warehouse for days waiting for a distributor.

That makes a difference in the quality

and in the taste,” said one of the market’s participants last year.

Owens said that participating farmers include vegetable farmers and fresh fruits from upstate New York. Farmers will be added as the demand for the produce increases hopefully thanks to the more visible location at Asch Loop and changing the day of operation to Wednesday. She added that last year Co-op City residents expressed a desire for greater varieties of fresh fruit and the market has stepped up its efforts to meet that demand.

Riverbay’s Community Relations Director Michelle Sajous coordinates the set up of the market each year with the organizers of the Harvest Home Farmer’s Market.

“Co-op City residents are rediscovering the benefits of buying local food,” Sajous said. “It is fresher than anything in the supermarket and that means it is tastier and more nutritious.”

Sajous added “Not only are the fruits and vegetables you buy the freshest and tastiest available, but you find an amazing array of produce that you don’t see in supermarkets: red carrots, a rainbow of heirloom tomatoes, white peaches and more. I urge all to come by and take a look.”

“Some things may even be a little bit more expensive but it is of better quality and quality makes all the difference in the world,” one of the produce managers from last year explained.

Aside from the fresh produce, Owens explained, that weekly markets throughout the Bronx also feature occasional seminars on nutrition and healthy eating and living habits.

Sign contradiction …

Earlier this week, new bus stop signs were placed at the intersection of Asch Loop and Adler Place, one of four new bus stops in the community effective June 29th, as previously reported by the Co-op City Times. In nearly the identical place, “Backin angle parking only” signs remain pointing in both directions including the new bus stop location, sending a contradictory and confusing message. Also the angle parking lines have not been removed from the area of the new bus stop as of the taking of the photo. This has created confusion as evidenced by these cars parked in the area of the new bus stop Tuesday evening. It has been reported that some residents have been receiving parking tickets for parking in these new bus stops. Residents and visitors are advised to take note of the location of the new bus stops: Asch Loop and Adler Place (both directions) and East Dreiser Loop and Co-op City Blvd (both directions) and avoid parking in them or else face the possibility of a parking ticket.

Photo by Bill Stuttig

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on Tuesday, along with representatives from the New York State Department of Labor and the Bronx Overall Economic Development Corporation, said that the crowd was larger than expected but everyone waited patiently for their chance despite the warm summer weather.

The fair stayed open for approximately an extra 90 minutes to give everyone a chance to meet some of the more than 100 recruiters and take advantage of the other information and resources that were made available through the late morning and afternoon Tuesday.

The fair even included a resource room with laptops for internet access to available job information and to provide the opportunity to print additional resumes if needed.

“The crowd was large but everyone was patient and considerate and waited for their chance. For the most part it seemed that most everyone came away satisfied with the opportunity to present their qualifications to the many recruiters in attendance,” Sajous said.

The day preceding the fair, job seekers were advised by the New York State Department of Labor to preregister for the event online. New York State Labor Commissioner Peter Rivera said in the days leading up to the Co-op City based job fair, “Governor Cuomo’s Strikeforce is connecting businesses that have job openings with potential employees in targeted areas. This is a great opportunity and we anticipate a large response. I encourage job seekers in the Bronx to register for this event as soon as possible.” A spokesman for the State Department of Labor said that more than 3,000 people pre-registered for the fair.

Job seekers were allowed into the huge Dreiser auditorium 800 at a time, to stay in compliance with Fire Department regulations. Most job

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seekers expressed satisfaction with the opportunities that were presented to them and the number of employers and recruiters that were available.

Damanie Williams of Building 5 was looking for employment in one of the new restaurants coming to the new mall. “I am hopeful of finding something. I have two years experience in the field so I think I can find something. I like the whole idea of the fair.

It gives us an opportunity to go out and search for something right in the area.”

Anthony Narcisse, the training manager for Advance Transit Co. Inc., was one of the employers looking to hire right away. He was looking for drivers willing to be trained in the transport of disabled passengers. “We are actively seeking drivers and our goal here is to attract as many quality applicants as we can. So far I love the fair. People are active, they are engaged and they are interested. This is what we are looking for. People who will be dedicated workers.”

A wide range of job seekers said they were eager for the chance to speak with the many employers in attendance.

Dulalle Richards was looking at restaurants for a possible job in her field of choice, culinary arts. She said “I hope to find something in that or maybe I’ll just change and go into something new.”

Abigal Vasquez of SOBRO said “We are looking for candidates for our customer service class. The class takes two weeks and after they pass the test they then become certified by the state to be hired for anything that requires customer service.” Vasquez added that SOBRO also places candidates in jobs after they pass the test and become certified.

Leonard Warner of Section 4, a retiree said “I am here looking for part time work at Macy’s or any store.

I don’t need full time work but it would be nice to find something to

tide me over and help supplement my Social Security. Overall, I like this — so far, so good.”

“I am looking for either part time or full time candidates in sales management,” said one of the recruiters from the retail chain of H&M, which is opening up a new store in the mall.

“We are looking for sales advisers for the area. This fair looks promising.

We are not necessarily looking for experience in retail but experience in customer service.”

Barbara Rose of Co-op City said that she was looking for an interim job to supplement her fixed income.

“Due to my current economics, I need something to fill in. I am looking for something in retail. That was my past work experience.” She added, “With this fair Co-op City is finally taking an agenda to recognize the economic status of the youth and the retired people and trying to help with that.”

Mckinley Alston of Section 4 said, “I am looking for employment in maintenance because that is my background. I worked for Riverbay for seven years. I am hoping to get a job in the mall because I live here and it will be an easy commute.”

Jennifer Johnson of Section 1 said, “I am looking for an executive assistant position. My background is in public relations and human resources.” She said she was at the fair seeking out agencies looking for help. “I am hopeful I will find something. It looks pretty good. I think the turnout is fabulous,” she said.

Fernando Nunez of Section 1 said “The last time they had a fair is how I got my job at JC Penny so this is very important for the community and it is easy. Just come and talk to employers. This is very helpful and I like that way Riverbay puts this together for us. They have everything here, from retail, to food services to quality health care services. It’s a good opportunity for the whole Bronx.”

One of the recruiters, Nereida Rosario, service coordinator for U.S Health Care said that they were looking for people willing to be trained as home health care providers. “They don’t need the experience. We will do the training. It’s that easy.”

“We are looking for a little of everything,” said Stacy Murray a recruiter from Michael Kors, a luxury retailer opening up in the new mall next month. “This is a beautiful turnout and we are hopeful.”

A recruiter from Applebees restaurant chain in the new mall said that they were at the fair looking for qualified restaurant managers. “We hire on a continuous basis. It is a good turnout and a lot of people seem to be interested in restaurant work so it is good for the restaurants as well.”

Violet Rincon, 18 said she was looking for a sales associate job.

“There are a whole lot of retailers here so I am satisfied.”

Dorreen Joseph, an experienced administrative assistant said about the fair “This is eye opening and very insightful. It is a positive step and I am very hopeful.”

Brian Monteleone, recruiting manager for House of Cupcakes said, “We are looking for counter help and cashiers. We are seeing some good resumes right now and hopefully we will be reaching out to some of them and hiring them.”

City Councilman Andy King and State Assemblyman Mike Benedetto both stopped by the fair and greeted job seekers throughout the afternoon.

Assemblyman Benedetto, who sent members of his staff to volunteer to help support the fair Tuesday said, “The desire for work in incredible.

These people here have waited a long time and they are not getting discouraged. I am glad that we brought this here and let’s hope we have some success at finding a lot of people jobs.”

Seabrook’s claim that he didn’t get a fair trial when he was sentenced to five years in prison and to pay restitution of $619,715.24 after a six-week jury trial that convicted him of nine counts of conspiring to commit and committing mail and wire fraud.

The Appeals Court wrote “We conclude that supplemental fact finding as to whether members of the public were excluded during jury selection is required to determine whether Seabrook’s Sixth Amendment right to a public trial was violated.

“Seabrook claims that the public was excluded from the courtroom.

Specifically, he points to the district court’s statements that (1) “If the jury is ready to come in then I’m going to have to ask our visitors to vacate the seats so that we have a place for the jury” and (2) “The media is out there.”

Government prosecutors denied the allegations of unfair treatment of Seabrook.

“The Government argues, in turn, that the first statement Seabrook points to in the record merely reflects the district court’s request that visitors vacate their seats, not leave the courtroom. Further, the Government explains that the district

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Seabrook was first elected in 1984, winning a seat in the New York State Assembly, where he served for 11 years.

In February 1996, he won a special election to fill the unexpired state Senate seat of Joseph Galiber, who

died. Seabrook was re-elected in November 1996 and then in 1998.

In 2001, Seabrook was elected to the New York City Council. Seabrook was re-elected to the Council in 2005 and in 2009 after the term-limits law was amended.

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court’s reference to “out there” was to the courtroom itself, as the statement was made in the jury room while the parties were exercising preemptory challenges,” the court papers state.

The Appeals Court judges want further investigation of what actually happened before deciding whether to possibly overturn Seabrook’s conviction and turn him free.

“The district court must, therefore, clarify whether people were excluded from the courtroom,” the Appeals Court judges wrote. “Moreover, if members of the public were asked to leave, the district court should make findings as to whether defense counsel was aware that people were excluded. These findings are necessary before we can determine whether Seabrook’s Sixth Amendment rights were violated and, if so, whether he waived the claim.”

Following his conviction two years ago, Federal Judge Batts showed the former Co-op City political leader a measure of leniency in consideration of his history of public service, which includes 28 years as an elected official in the community. Federal prosecutors asked that Seabrook serve nine years in prison.

Condolences

It is with deep regret that we announce the passing of Eunice Braithwaite’s husband, Leonard A. Braithwaite, on Sunday, June 29th, 2014. Eunice is a longtime employee of Co-op City’s Office Services Department.

Arrangements will be held on Saturday, July 5th, 2014 at Community Protestant Church located at 1659 E. Gun Hill Road, Bronx, NY 10469. The viewing will be held from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. with the funeral services commencing directly after. Interment will be at Woodlawn Cemetery, Bronx, NY following the services.

Please join us in keeping the family in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

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Update vehicle information with Parking Facilities department when changes occur Record keeping is vital and vehicle accuracy is essential to providing excellent service. Therefore, the Parking Facilities staff is appreciative of shareholders keeping them abreast of any changes with their vehicles housed in the garages.

For example, if you decide to change your license plate to a customized plate or if you buy a new car, please promptly inform the Parking Facilities office of this change.

This allows them to accurately maintain their records. We also ask that if you happen to change your telephone and contact information to please provide the Parking office with the updated contact information as well. This allows us to successfully keep an open line of communication in regards to your vehicle if ever necessary.

We would also like to take the time to thank shareholders and patrons for maintaining valid New York State registrations and inspections, which are mandated.

These requirements are not only obligatory as per the state, but are also implemented to keep your car in the proper operable fashion. Your safety is important to us.

Riding safe is riding smart.

The Riverbay Parking Facilities Department is working assiduously to minimize the amount of abandoned vehicles in the garages. A vehicle can be categorized as abandoned if it is visibly observed leaking fluids, has an expired registration and/or inspection decal, is parked without license plates and/or is excessively dirty. In the event that your vehicle becomes inoperable, we ask that you contact the Parking Facilities Office as soon as possible.

Mattress Disposal The City of New York requires all discarded mattresses and box springs to be fully covered in a sealed plastic bag for

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disposal and collection. This rule is to help prevent an increase in bed bug activity.

Under the rule, failure to place a mattress or box spring in a proper bag will result in a $100 fine imposed by the city.

Co-op City residents who violate this rule may be subject to a Community Complaint with related fines and legal fees. Covered items should be brought to the basement or placed on the dumpster pads for proper trash removal.

Plastic bags to cover mattresses and box springs are available at department stores, home improvement centers and large moving companies. They can also be purchased online.

Additionally, if any shareholder suspects that they may have a bed bug infestation, they are urged to contact their CSO immediately so that Riverbay can make arrangements to have the apartment inspected, and if there is an infestation, to treat the problem expeditiously.

Loitering and Illegal Behavior We are asking cooperators to report when you hear or see people hanging out in the stairway of your building.

Oftentimes, the individuals who are conducting themselves in this manner are also responsible for leaving garbage and debris on the stairs, including food wrappings, cigarette butts and tobacco residue.

These individuals may also be responsible for conducting illegal activity as well and should be reported immediately.

It is important to add that we do not want cooperators to confront anyone for violating the housing company’s policies and procedures or even worse, breaking any laws.

We would prefer that you contact Public Safety immediately and if there is a concern about there being some type of

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Complaints Relating To Dogs Community Complaint “Z” – Keeping or harboring a dog or any animal potentially harmful to the health and safety of others ($150) Issued to Shareholder for: • Dog residing or visiting apartment and not on Riverbay approved service dog list.

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Community Complaint “W” – Defacing or destroying Riverbay property ($300) Issued to Shareholder for: • Approved or unapproved dog that damages Riverbay property. Damage must be documented by photo, work order or similar documentation.

Community Complaint “X” – Refusing inspection of apartment ($100) Issued to Shareholder for: • For approved dogs if shareholder refuses Riverbay access to conduct a pet inspection when necessary due to complaints.

• For unapproved dogs if shareholder refuses access for Riverbay to conduct investigation based on a complaint.

NOTE: Any anonymous complaint needs a second source prior to issuing a Community Complaint documented by photo, work order or similar documentation.

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Co-op City Times

Letters to the Editor

Management responds to the City News

From the date of hire of Marion Scott Real Estate Inc. we were advised that certain departments are the purview of the President and Board of Directors: Board Office; Co-op Times; Legal.

Much is being made and written about a ‘No Show’ job. First, it was and

is my understanding that the individual involved worked hard for Co-op City and was supported by President after President for over 10 years. The individual was also under the direct supervision of the Presidents and Boards – not Management.

Second, in a related but also unfair slap at Management, all leases in com-

To the Editor: Many parts of this community are being hijacked by certain negative elements and this didn't happen overnight.

This community is not for the criminals selling drugs out in the open and behind closed doors.

We should not have to keep our windows closed to drown out the profanity and loud music, due to people drinking and using drugs, while having no consideration for anyone, but themselves.

Too many of your kids are getting the wrong education with all of this negativity, when they already have the cards stacked against them. Not to

Enough!

mention the elderly (a very important group of people that some of us tend to forget, but I never will) and parents with kids are afraid to sit and walk in certain areas of Co-op City (day or night).

If you hear something, see something, know something, then, say something. Call CCPD at 718-671-3050.

Remember, calling to protect yourselves and your family from all these negative elements, isn't snitching, it's protecting your quality-of-life. A snitch is someone who has done something with someone and then, turns around and tells on them. So, stop buying into

mercial spaces are at the direction and oversight of the Board of Directors.

The Board of Directors determines rental and usage. The Board of Directors not Management determines best uses for the good of Co-op City, the evidence being the Bingo hall as a youth center not a rental.

—Management the criminals terminology that anyone who says something to protect themselves and their family, when they haven't done anything wrong, is a snitch. No, you're not a snitch...you're a person protecting your quality-of-life and your families quality-of-life, which we all deserve and should demand.

Stand up, stop being afraid, stop letting the criminals and the people breaking all the rules call the shots. Start making CCPD do their jobs. In fact, insist that they do their jobs.

If you are fed-up, then, stand-up and reclaim your community.

—Junius Williams

Education Park goals need commitment

To the Editor: In the mid-1960’s, the Education Park was deemed necessary by the surrounding communities, primarily because the projected population explosion of the new Co-op City housing complex (replacing Freedomland Amusement Park), would substantially increase the student population of the existing Public School facilities, to the point of being severely over-crowded.

The Board of Education (City School District of the City of New York), with input from surrounding community leaders, and under grants, given specifically to assist the planning, the “Education Park” was conceptually designed from the first Title III project under the Elementary and Secondary Education Act. The Project Coordinator, Joseph F.X. McCarthy, in his written introduction to “The Education Park: What Should It Be?” - outlined 6 specific goals that the design of the schools were to achieve: 1. Provision for integration of children of diverse backgrounds.

2. Development of sound comm-

unity-school inter-relationships.

3. Implementation of the Board of Education’s (BOE) policy statements on grade-level reorganization.

4. Education innovation in organization and curriculum.

5. Improved articulation among the three school levels.

6. Economy through joint use of facilities.

After 50 years, Co-op City shareholders, the Riverbay Board of Directors, and our elected official’s serious dedication to the six schools, and achieving the six specific goals, have in my opinion, been abysmal.

The DOE’s Regional office has taken away any resemblance of the Community-School relationship that almost existed here despite the fact that in our past, cooperative shareholders and Community School Board Members had: 1. Fought to keep PS 178 open when the city faced budget problems in the 1980’s.

2. Bargained to bring the elementary gifted & talented (EG) program from PS 83, here to PS 153.

3. Fought for monies to restore the Olympic swimming pool in Truman H.S. 4. Fought to restore the radio/TV station in Truman H.S. We need collaboration between the Riverbay Board of Director’s, and shareholders committed to education to return the Education Park to our Co-op City community, for our children first, and foremost, and welcoming other students and their parents who, are likewise, committed to education.

—Rod Saunders

Notice to Building 20A Cooperators

Please be advised that we are placing bridging in front of your buildings entrance-way as a safety measure given that we have identified some terraces having new concrete issues.

Your safety is our primary concern, we therefore do this to protect anyone in the street should there be any falling debris from above.

We thank you in advance for your understanding and patience in this matter. we will make every attempt to have rectified as soon as possible.

—Riverbay Management

Important Notice to Shareholders of Building 14

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

Building 14

Current Lease Expiration Date

New 3 yr.

Expiration Date

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Oct. 31, 2014

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Public Safety Report

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CCPD maintains a high quality of life in the community by enforcing laws As school is out and summer is upon us it is important for everyone to be aware of certain laws that are commonly utilized to enforce issues that affect quality of life in the community.

The Co-op City Department of Public Safety works proactively to ensure a high quality of life in the Co-op City community. This is accomplished by strictly enforcing New York City Penal Law and Administrative Laws. The most common laws enforced for this purpose are Public Consumption of Alcohol, Disorderly Conduct and Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance. A person can be charged accordingly when more than one of these violations is committed at the same time. Within Co-op City these laws are enforced by both the Co-op City Department of Public Safety and the New York City Police Department.

Cooperators often inquire as to why they cannot hang out if they are not breaking any laws.

Cooperators feel as though they should be able to hang out at any hour at any location because they pay rent.

It is not possible to allow this and still be able to assure the quality of life people have come to expect when living in Co-op City. Often times these groups that state they are not breaking any laws leave behind rubbish that is an indication that consumption of alcohol and use of controlled substances is taking place while officers are not present.

The New York City Administrative Code states that is illegal for anyone to consume alcohol in a public place within New York City. Enforcement of this law is essential to maintaining a high quality of life within Co-op City. Consumption of Alcohol is a violation of

BY LIEUTENANT PAM APOLLO

NYPD Crime Prevention Tips

ATM "Skimming" is an illegal activity that involves the installation of a device, usually undetectable by ATM users, that secretly records bank account data when the user inserts an ATM card into the machine. Criminals can then encode the stolen data onto a blank card and use it to steal money from the customer's bank account.

HOW IT WORKS: The criminal places the skimmer, which is usually made from plastic or plaster and looks very much like the original card reader, directly over the ATM card reader, undetectable to the customer. As the customers insert their ATM cards into the false skimmer, their bank account information on the cards magnetic strip is "skimmed" or stolen and usually stored on some electronic device. A hidden camera is used in conjunction with the skimming device in order to record the customer's Personal Identification Number. In lieu of a hidden camera, a keypad overlay, placed directly over the installed keypad, is sometimes used to record the user punching in their PIN. HOW TO AVOID BEING SKIMMED: • Inspect the ATM, gas pump, or credit card reader before using it. Be suspicious if you see anything loose, crooked or damaged, or if you notice scratches or adhesive tape/residue. The original card reader is usually concave in shape (curving inward), while the skimmer is more convex (curving outward).

• When entering your PIN, block the keypad with your other hand to prevent possible hidden cameras from recording your number.

• If possible, use an ATM at an inside location (less access for criminals installing skimmers).

• Be careful of ATMs in tourist areas - they are a popular target of skimmers.

• If your card isn't returned after the transaction or after hitting "cancel", immediately contact the financial institution that issued the card.

• Be aware of "Money Trapping", where the criminal attaches a device to the cash dispenser "trapping" the customer's money and retrieves it after the customer leaves the ATM area.

the Administrative Code. A Criminal Court Summons may be issued by Public Safety Officers when this violation is observed.

According to the Administrative Code, no person shall drink or consume an alcoholic beverage or possess with intent to drink or consume an open container containing an alcoholic beverage in any public place.

Officers of the Co-op City Department of Public Safety are empowered by law to make arrests for persons observed to be acting in a disorderly manner with intent to cause public inconvenience, annoyance or alarm. Arrests for Disorderly Conduct can be made when certain specified behaviors are observed by Public Safety Officers. Disorderly Conduct is a Violation of the law. Disorderly Conduct charges involve, but not limited to, unreasonable noise, fighting, obstruction of vehicle or pedestrian traffic, or refuses to comply with a lawful order to disperse or creates a hazardous or physically offensive condition.

By enforcing these laws, the Public Safety Department can take action on Quality of Life complaints. New York City, still enforces ALL applicable laws pertaining to the possession of or the use of marijuana.

A Co-op City Community Complaint is also issued for Anti-Social behavior to residents for any arrests within the community. This fine starts out at $125.00.

Fines double for each repeat violation. The fees can be automatically added to the monthly carrying charges.

After numerous Community Complaints a family may face eviction. Community Complaints are issued for violations of the Tenants Lease Agreement. It is important for cooperators to call the Department of Public Safety when they observe any suspicious activity, near

or inside their building. It is also important that parents make certain that children and guests refrain from loitering or engaging in inappropriate behavior.

Never operate a motor vehicle if you have consumed alcoholic beverages. Always buckle your seatbelt; it will save your life in a serious collision. Avoid distractions and excess speed when driving; these are the two leading causes of collisions within New York State. School’s open, drive safely.

NEVER TEXT OR USE A CELLUAR DEVICE WHILE DRIVING. Recent statistics indicate an alarming increase in vehicle accidents caused by DISTRACTION. Never pass a stopped school bus with its red lights flashing. Share the road safely with bicycles, skaters and pedestrians. Bicyclists should give pedestrians the same level of courtesy they expect from motorists.

If you see anything suspicious, notify the proper authorities. Always remember, if you see something, say something. Call 911 and the Department of Public Safety at (718)671-3050 or online at www.ccpd.us. Callers may remain anonymous when giving information.

Have a safe and fun July 4th holiday weekend.

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

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OPPORTUNITIES AT CO-OP CITY

Tell your friends, relatives and employers about: CONTRACT SUMMARY

There are no new contract opportunities this week. Please check back next week.

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

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

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

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

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

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

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

Days and hours will vary.

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

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It’s Time for Management to Go Co-op City Times / July 5, 2014

panies before these current Why would we come this far and then machines were installed? have this board stall on getting rid of this Director’s Viewpoint Question #2: Would you management company? have accepted the washing Stop the Delays First Vice President machines that are currently Unfortunately, some board members are in your building if you had tapping the brakes on searching for new seen them in action before they were installed? management. Now, how is this possible More than likely, the answer is no to both queswhen I sent a link of over 100 management tions. However, isn't this similar to what's happening companies to everyone on this board? Plus, with the doors and intercom system?

I printed this same link in this paper so that Now, let's look at what's going on with Verizon. everyone in this community can see all of Verizon the companies that we can interview.

The meeting that the board was supposed to have This board even created an ad hoc comwith Verizon on Monday, June 30, was cancelled. mittee to find new management. But, they're However, this board and this management comgoing to stall the process until next year. pany invited Verizon here to only offer this commuNow, some people might think that this nity their internet package. Nonsense! issue is solely about a simple dispute in the Look, lots of people have told me that they want this length of time that it might take to get rid of management. board to unite and to work together. But, would you preBut, that's not the case. Again, please examine the fer to know the truth or would you prefer that we silently statements from the chair of this committee on getting rid work together? of management. "I'm not sure we will get there before My point is that we can work together. But, there is no January. Marion Scott will not be restricted in any way way that I am going to have any board tell this commufrom submitting bids. In fact, we will invite him to bid." nity that it's going to take forever to fire management and Amazing, huh? Um, what do you really think hapthen Verizon cannot offer their full FiOS service here. pened here?

But, how is it that this new board has come to these Washing Machines horrible conclusions? Has there been a silent merger We have a contract with the Coinmach Corporation between the pro-management team and the supposed that will last until December 28, 2018. This contract calls anti-management team on the board? for Riverbay to receive a rate of $260,000 a month plus If this is the case, then, this community will soon be 90% of all income in excess of $3,800,000. encouraged to stand up and deal effectively with this However, in some months, the numbers have gone entire board. down for the Coinmach Corporation. This decrease is the Jobs result of several factors. First, some people still say that We have about a month and change to go for the doors they don't like the fact that the machines use very little of that new mall in Bay Plaza to swing open. However, water to wash their clothes. they're going to need about 1,800 employees to help them Therefore, we have competition with other laundry make this mall a success. services. Nevertheless, Coinmach wants to bring in larger machines to deal with several concerns. But, these new So, I want to make sure that we do our part by helping machines will mean a 25-cent increase plus a 3-year conour cooperators to get jobs in a variety of stores within tract extension. this mall. Therefore, we've had ads appear in this paper Question #1: Did this community have a choice in about services for writing a proper resume. We had a the selection of washing machines from other comclothing drive. Then, we even had a job fair to meet the

Daryl Johnson

employers. So, please tell your family, friends, and everyone about this new mall and these new jobs. Thanks.

Commercial Tenants Here are some of the complaints from some of our commercial tenants. In some cases, the electric and water charges have gone up in some cases by $500, in a period of just one month. However, they were never given any documentation to support these so-called charges. In other cases, they stated that the beginning balances would be wrong on their statements.

One popular restaurant that makes deliveries stated that Riverbay gave him a hard time over where to park his bicycles.

Then, they claimed that our Public Safety force was not visible to deal with the school kids from 7:30 a.m. 8:30 a.m. and from 2:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

And, their biggest complaint was that no one wanted to help them. According to them, they felt like they were ignored by our Riverbay officials.

Anyway, I had three meetings on Friday, June 27.

And, I want all of our commercial tenants to know that these problems are being reviewed. Thereafter, I will be asking for significant changes in the way that we conduct business here.

John Rose I would like to thank Mr. John Rose on his efforts to bring about awareness and positive changes for anyone that has a disability.

Close I am going to make sure that we get rid of this management company, as fast as legally possible. Thank you.

Questions or comments? Please send a message to: Daryl Johnson, Riverbay Board Director, c/o Riverbay Corporation, 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475.

Or, please send a message to me at darylhjohnson@ optonline.net (Please double-check the spelling of this address.) Also, please call me at 718-671-4544 if you don't receive a response from your message. You can also join me on Facebook by typing in: Daryl H. Johnson.

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

Co-op City Times / July 5, 2014

Retirees of Dreiser Loop’s Scholarship Awardees

Congratulations to the 2014 Dreiser Retirees scholarship award winners:

My name is Elijah Rooney and grandmother’s name is Shirley Rooney, a member of the Retirees. My desire is to own my own designing business after I graduate from the West Orange High School in New Jersey and enter either Montclair State University or Essex County College, where I will concentrate on business management/administration to become an entrepreur.

My name is Isabel Debnam, granddaughter of Delores Debnam, President of the Retirees. The first step to my professional career, which is to become a Pediatrician, is to attend the University of Delaware – where I have been accepted. Caring for young people is my goal.

I am Donovan Shivers - the grandson of Dolores Shivers, an active Retiree who has relocated to Hawaii recently. I graduated from The Urban Assembly School for Careers in Sports in the Bronx and aspire to study culinary arts at Onondaga Community College in Syracuse, New York, to become a chef.

My name is Marc GregoryDixon, grandson of Retiree Imogene Rymer. I graduated from the Glassboro High School in New Jersey and intend to enter Rowan University in Glassboro, New Jersey, in the fall where I will prepare myself for a professional career as a statistician.

My name is Moet Johnson and my proud grandmother is Retiree Mary Johnson. I graduated from DeWitt Clinton High School where I was a participant in the future Teachers Program. My interest in mathematics has been the basis of my decision to broaden my skills development at Hostos Community College and pursue a career as a math teacher upon completion.

Text “Beach” to 877-877 to get real-time opening, closing and water quality information before you head to the beach.

African American Association

The Association sponsors the following ongoing programs and encourages your participation. Most of them will continue during July: Yoga & Pilates Mat Classes – Tuesdays, 7 p.m., Dreiser Center, Rm. 2. Lose weight, tone and strengthen your muscles with exercises that reduce stress through breathing techniques. Call Meena, 718-671-8364. The Association thanks Meena, and the participants from this group, for their membership and support.

Belly Dancing Classes – Wednesdays, 7 p.m., Dreiser Center, Rm. 2. A fun and healthy way to stay in shape! Call Xonia, 646-301-9438.

Evening Line Dancing Classes – Thursdays, 79 p.m., Dreiser Center, Rm. 2. Call Cynthia, 917903-7073. Dance to Soul, Latin, and Gospel music.

Congratulations to Cynthia on her retirement from her daytime employment. Now, watch out Co-op City! I’m sure we will see this dynamic lady presenting more dancing and fun events to our community.

Music Appreciation/Singing Group – Fridays, 7:30 p.m., Dreiser Center, Rm. 15. Sing along with us to sweet soul oldies, R&B, gospel, and popular classics. Call Keith, 917-561-6211.

Education Program – The Institute For Youth holds classes on the 2nd and 4th Mondays, 7:00 p.m. in Dreiser Center, Room 15. Call 718-3795555.

Summer Day Camp for Children - Register your child today for fun filled days of summer camp. Call 718-379-5555.

Stricter Gun Laws – At the Association general membership meeting on June 14th, the President, Francine Reva Jones, informed everyone about the shooting that occurred near the Bellamy Loop basketball courts on May 17th and, in order to address

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the violence in the area, Riverbay Board Director Leah Graham and some of the Section 4 Building Associations, organized a meeting with CCPD, the 45th Precinct and politicians. As a result, there have been more officers and smartcars circulating our community.

In a recent publication regarding this shooting, Chief Frank Apollo commented that there is a need for stricter gun laws. Shortly thereafter, President Barack Obama commented regarding yet another school shooting, that there must be a “demand” for stricter gun laws. The Association members agreed with their positions and are taking the initiative to make it happen. If you would like to join this important effort, please contact us at 718-379-5555; leave your name, telephone number and email address.

General Membership Meeting – The next meeting will be on Saturday, September 13th, 4:00 p.m., Dreiser Center, Room 15. If you are unable to attend, look to our weekly column for upcoming events. Presently, a single membership is $7.50 and $12.50 for families. This applies to NEW members only. The annual membership dues of $15 for singles and $25 for families will resume in September.

You may send a check or money order (DO NOT MAIL CASH) to: African-American Association of Co-op City, P.O. Box 702, Co-op City Station, Bronx, NY 10475. We welcome donations.

Phone: 718-379-5555. Like us on Facebook: “CoopcityAfricanamericanassoc.”

We are pleased that Vice President Deborah Nelson is feeling better and expects to join the Executive Board on our annual outing.

If you are taking a vacation, please have a wonderful time and return safely.

—Francine Jones

Blood is Urgently Needed - Blood Bank Coming July 24 Please Donate & Receive 2 Free Tickets to the Mets

There is a severe shortage of blood for the New York City area. Hudson Valley Blood Services is appealing to all too please donate. Given the severe shortage of blood, as enticements all who respond to this call for giving blood will receive two (2) free tickets to a Mets game. Those who may be rejected for one reason or another will also be given tickets to a Mets game. The Riverbay Community Blood Bank will be hosting this blood drive in three weeks in the Bartow Community Center with the assistance of Riverbay Corporation.

The blood drive will be held Thursday, July 24, 2014, in the Bartow Community Center, room 31, from 3:00 p.m. till 7:30 p.m. Anyone in good health between the ages of 17 and 75, a minimum of 110 lbs. and have not donated within the last 56 days are eligible blood donors. Those above the age of 75 may donate provided they have a note from their doctor stating that the person may donate. Individuals 16 years of age may donate provided they have a consent form completed by a parent or legal guardian. Consent forms are available at the donation site, or online at; www.nybloodcenter.org.

The Hudson Valley Blood Services will also have their Alyx System available to donors should you choose to use it. The Alyx System allows a donor to donate the same one (1) pint of blood; the difference being is that the Alyx System as you donate will separate your red blood cells components into two, allowing two persons the opportunity to receive a complete blood transfusion from your one donation. The Alyx System only takes a few minutes longer when donating, and the collection syringe is smaller than that used in the conven-

tional method. The choice is yours, you will be asked at the time of registration as to which type donation you wish to make, the conventional method or by using the Alyx System. The blood center staff will be glad to answer any questions you may have.

All donors must be able to show picture ID and provide their social security number. Donating blood is relatively quick and easy. Most persons who are in reasonable good health are eligible to donate, even those on medications may donate with few exceptions. Should you have any questions regarding medical eligibility you may contact the Hudson Valley, NY Blood Center at 1-800-6880900. Please be sure to eat prior to donating. Light refreshments will be available upon completion of your donation.

Close to 2,000 men, women and children, including cancer, transplant and surgery patients, trauma victims, newborn babies and many more in our community need blood transfusions each day.

Please be a caring person and donate. The life you help to save may be that of a family member, friend or neighbor. For additional info., please contact; Joe Boiko at 718-320-3300, Ext. 3409.

10 It has been stated that we grow in two ways; Pain pushes you until the vision pulls you. It is painful for me and others when we hear of so much gun violence and death in our borough, The Bronx.

Therefore, the vision to have a safe place for fun and enrichment activities for our youth and young adults in Co-op City is a passion for this Director and others.

A special thanks to the following cooperators who read my article about the Bingo Hall and want to share in the challenge of constructing a State-of-the Art Facility. These individuals are ready to not only bring programs in, but assist with securing the funding: Garvin Reid, Robin J. Miller, Hattie Overman, Rev. Deborah Jenkins, Rashida Richards, Jay Stith, Ebony Rae, Marie Jones, Hattie Lucas, Robert Javier, Jonathan Medica, Elizabeth Penn, Winston Dinkins and Board Members who voted for the proposal. These are all gifted individuals with like minds and don’t fear a challenge when it comes to caring for our youth.

HISTORY We once had a “Positive Place for Kids” called Gloria Wise Boys & Girls Club. The club was named after an “honorable” Cooperator/Social Worker Gloria Wise who had a passion for kids. Among the programs the former Club brought to the community was: Keystone Clubs, Project Learn, Smart Moves, Job Ready, Smart Girls, and Power Hour. The philos-

To Change to Grow and Unfold Co-op City Times / July 5, 2014

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Director’s Viewpoint

ophy was a positive place for all the community’s youth and families etc. The program made mention of embracing diversity, fighting the effects of racism, creating equal opportunities despite differences etc. The historic program had sites throughout the Northeast Bronx: Co-op City, Edenwald, Baychester, and Williamsbridge as well as local High Schools. The Executive Directors were Charles Rosen, Jeff Aulenbach and Lorraine Corva. Did they find the funding? Yes? Did these Directors get paid collectively close to a half million dollars? Yes? What happened? Gloria Wise’s name and vision was dishonored and the Club no longer exists.

History will not repeat itself as some of us have learned from the mistakes of others. The challenge is building trust not only with elders in the community, but with others who provided funding. It can be done and will be done. This community continues to have families with youth and young adults and it's also the community's responsibility to care for our own using some of our tax dollars to do so. We

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have Cooperators ready to bring relevant programs in and the vision is to again hire someone to run the day-to-day operation of the facility seven days a week.

WELCOME LITTLE PEOPLE I would like to welcome all the young people visiting their Grandparents and other Co-op City relatives for the summer. We hope you enjoy our parks and just hanging out with the Elders. Just think 60 years ago, many of our little people were sent “down south” to visit relatives. They learned about going “bare foot” and having three meals a day called, Breakfast, Dinner & Supper. Now it’s Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner. Times have changed as nothing stays the same.

RIVERBAY FUND We are presently auditing the Riverbay Fund, to ensure that it is properly managed and structured. We will keep Cooperators informed.

FINANCIAL INTEGRITY: HISTORY In 2008 our current President, Cleve Taylor, warned that, “A series of deceptions and falsehoods were presented to the Riverbay Board of Directors and the cooperators.” Also, information was censored by our Managing Agent, Marion Scott Realty.” In 2003 the current President contested Iris Herskowitz Baez and Marion Scott Principal Herbert Freedman claim that he (Cleve Taylor) was fake and “Riverbay Corporation was in great financial condition.”

Presently, all Cooperators should know that if our Corporation is not presently in great financial condition, you will be informed of such. Our President, Cleve Taylor and Vice Presidents, Leah Graham and Daryl Johnson are spending long hours looking at each department and will be making some decisions about our being under or over budgeted in each department, line by line, top to bottom.

JOB SEEKERS Good Luck to all seeking employment. Thanks to all Riverbay Staff who made the Job Fair happen for this community and others who are in need. The unemployment rate continues to be too high for our Borough.

HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATES Again, we are so proud of all our graduates and wish them well as they venture off to college, employment, military or exciting technical training. Please keep your community in mind as you become successful. It is expected that as you are blessed you will reach back and help someone else. Good job parents and guardians as these young people could not have made it without you.

SAVE THE DATE: Saturday, October 4, 2014 – College, Career & Resource Fair. Call or email me if you would like to volunteer.

Have you made your Gratitude list today?

Contact me at: Evelyn M. Turner – evelyntinez@aol.com or - 718-320-3353

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Please note that a new A/C unit is to be placed on the Bartow Center roof for the Residential Sales office and the old one will be removed. At this time we do not know the exact location in which the crane will be placed.

An area of Bartow Shopping Center will be cordoned off Monday morning for this work and a flagman will be on site to assist shoppers. Please use caution when walking in this area.

Thank you for your cooperation.

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Amnesty ~ End Illegal Sublets Co-op City Times / July 5, 2014

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*Ignore this message if you are named on the stock certificate; occupancy agreement; or income affidavit.*

We all know there are people in Riverbay who are subletting their apartments. Usually, they pay more than the carrying charges charged for the apartment.

The Board of Directors, working with the state supervisory agency, the Division of Homes & Community Renewal (HCR), has declared an Amnesty for illegal sublets in Co-op City. If you qualify, you can purchase your apartment. You become the OWNER and pay your carrying charges directly to Riverbay Corporation at the same rate as all other cooperators.

Following is an information sheet which provides answers to many of the questions you need to make a decision. Also attached is an anonymous questionnaire for you to complete. If you prefer, you may call the Riverbay Residential Office and you will be assigned a number to protect your identity so you can remain anonymous.

The amnesty period is July 1 through September 30! After that, Riverbay will move as aggressively as possible to eliminate illegal sublets as has been ordered by HCR. Become Legal ~ Become a Part of Riverbay Corporation ~ Save Money!

Amnesty for Sub-Tenants

1. WHAT IS AMNESTY? If you now live in Co-op City, but are not named on the stock, the occupancy agreement (lease) or income affidavit and you qualify for an apartment, you will be treated as a new applicant for your apartment so you can be the named resident.

2. WHAT IF THE APARTMENT WAS MY AUNT’S, MY MOTHER’S OR OTHER RELATIVE AND THEY LEFT ME THE APARTMENT? Were it not for amnesty, you could not be given the apartment by a relative or friend, but you can become legal. Come in, anonymously, and we will work with you to see if you qualify for your apartment.

3. WHAT IF I ALREADY GAVE MONEY TO THE APARTMENT OWNER? Riverbay and our lawyers will provide advice on how to take action against the apartment owner.

4. WHAT IF I DON’T HAVE MONEY FOR A DOWN PAYMENT OR EQUITY? If you qualify, Riverbay and its banks will help to arrange financing for you to pay the equity.

5. HOW DO I SEE IF I QUALIFY? Complete the form to see if you qualify. Pick any name or code to identify your questionnaire (for example, Michael Jordan #23 or 007). We will print a list of those who qualify every two weeks in the Co-op City Times. If you qualify, come in to the Riverbay Residential Sales Office and we will start the process.

If you do not qualify, we will tell you why or what additional information is needed. We will always use your designated code name to communicate with you. Be creative to avoid confusion. If we have duplicate code names, we will ask you to select another code name.

Questions can be called in. When you call, you will be assigned a number (if you have not already submitted one) which you should use going forward as your identification code.

6. HOW MUCH ARE THE MAINTENANCE CHARGES AND INCOME AND EQUITY REQUIREMENTS FOR VARIOUS FAMILY COMPOSITIONS? Please contact the Riverbay Residential Sales office at 718-320-3300, x3373.

7. WHAT IF I DO NOT QUALIFY FOR MY APARTMENT BECAUSE MY FAMILY IS TOO LARGE OR SMALL? See if you qualify by income for the correct size. If not, you will be placed on a separate waiting list for a home of the appropriate size.

8. WHAT IS THE PERMITTED FAMILY COMPOSITION FOR MY SIZE APARTMENT? It is on the attached schedule, call with questions.

9. WILL MY APARTMENT BE FIXED UP? If the applicant is eligible for the current unit they are in, they will be accepting that unit AS IS. If they are offered a different apartment, it will be restored, same as everyone else on the automated waiting list.

10. DO I HAVE TO PAY EQUITY? Yes, present equity charges are listed in the schedule. If you need a loan or payment terms and you qualify, we may be able to help.

11. WHAT IF I ALREADY PAID SECURITY TO THE PRESENT OWNER? Come on in; if you qualify in all other respects, Riverbay Corporation and our lawyers will work with

you to ensure the old owner returns the security paid (remember we have their equity), to you. You must pay the proper equity charge.

12. WHAT IF I DO NOT HAVE THE IMMEDIATE CASH TO PAY ALL THE EQUITY? If you have reasonable credit which means not in default on loans or credit card, one of our banks will arrange an installment loan or mortgage for you to pay your equity.

13. WHAT IF I HAVE BAD CREDIT? We are sorry, but you cannot be treated differently from anyone coming to Riverbay Corporation. We are looking for good neighbors who pay their rent on time.

Either straighten out your credit or look for a new place to live. Applicants must have a FICO score of at

least 650. A criminal background check is also required for all members of the household 18 and over.

14. WHAT IF I DO NOT QUALIFY? We are sorry, but Riverbay has rules for residents and we are a cooperative. We will help you qualify, if we can, but if there is no way, you will have to move.

It is our intent to do everything we can to eliminate illegal sublets at the end of this amnesty.

15. I HAVE A QUESTION YOU HAVE NOT ANSWERED. If you have a question, call Janine Nelson in the Sales Office and ask your question anonymously – no names needed -- (718) 320-3300, Ext. 3120. The first time you call, you will be assigned an identification number to use from then on.

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An Exciting Time for Co-op City Co-op City Times / July 5, 2014

Our new Board is excited about putting Riverbay Corporation on a new path for financial responsibility, cooperator reengagement, and modernization of systems, processes and services. We heard your voice when you came out and voted this spring and we are moving forward as promised. This is an exciting time for Co-op City and we have a lot of new directions to look forward to now.

Watching our finances The most important issue we need to address is finances and we have established an Audit Committee and empowered them with a budget to staff an Audit Department. I have been concerned that we are not always getting what we pay for or have been paying for things we are not getting. An Auditor will be able to put that in check. Since 2007 we have not had an Auditor to monitor our spending, no one independently accountable for the $200 million budget of Riverbay Corporation.

For example, as you look at our greenway in section 2, it is apparent that the dirt they dropped out there is not the $473,000 top soil we paid for. Just look at the yellow grass on the greenway full of rocks and ground-up cement, where our children play and we are expected to sit with family and friends as we watch the fireworks or Tunes on Tuesday shows. Then look at the grass on the other side of the pathway with the soil that has been there since Co-op City’s construction, lush and green! And to think, we paid half a million dollars for that mess!

Ad Hoc Committee for Management Search We established an AD Hoc Committee to conduct a search for the best man-

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agement solution for Co-op City. This process will begin immediately and will proceed expeditiously.

The majority of the Board is very interested in completing this process as soon as possible. While it is important we make this decision quickly, it’s also extremely important we do it right! The comments I have received from cooperators is that they agree; do it right!

Youth/Community Center One of the more promising decisions was to establish the old cinema/Bingo Hall as a community/youth center. There was a public tour of the site this past weekend and many parents, youth and organization leaders came out for the tour.

Everyone submitted comments and ideas that show the enthusiasm and interest in having this facility in the heart of Co-op City. I see this center as a state-of-the-art facility that will be the pride and joy of our community and a vestige of the growth and development for our young people.

We are lucky to have someone as passionate, driven and knowledgeable about young people in Director Evelyn Turner to head up this project. With her leadership and the involvement of the community as demonstrated this past weekend, we are going to have a lot to look forward to in

Building 18 Scholarship Award Winners Two Scholarship Awards in the amount of $500 each were awarded to two 2014 high school graduates: Chantel Smith, (left) will be attending Cobleskill State University in Cobleskill, NY and Matthew Salmon, (right) will be attending Le Moyne College in Syracuse NY. To both of you, congratulations; you did well!

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Modernizing Board Information The Board Secretary, Board staff and I are working on getting all Board documents organized and uploaded online to bring our operation into the 21st century.

This will enable easy, universal and 24/7 access to all documents needed to handle Board business. Complete and thorough access to resolutions, backup data, historical data and budget information will enable the Board to be more efficient and thorough. I have always been a strong advocate for due diligence. Unlimited access to information makes that possible. In addition to electronic filing all of our documents, the Board Directors will also have riverbaycorp.com email addresses. A single destination, separate from personal emails, will allow Board Directors more efficient communication.

Also, we will soon have all resolutions online for cooperators to reference as well.

Co-op City Times Personally, I am excited about working with the Co-op City Times. I have been assigned the task to be the liaison with the paper. The goal of this relationship is to reengage the community with our community paper. It’s important for shareholders to know that the paper is a community paper to serve as a free flow of communication between management, the board and shareholders. Currently the paper is mostly Director Viewpoints and organization articles. We would like to see the paper more engaged with the community, to have reporters covering events in the evening and weekends, talking to cooperators and getting action photos of resi-

dents. How about covering our Little League and football games? I’m looking forward to working with the paper to make it yours, so that you, the community, are interested in seeing what is in each issue. This is your paper and it should reflect this community. So join me in working closely with the Co-op City Times. What would you like to see in the paper each week? How can we get more people interested in reading our paper?

The paper is planning a face lift this summer, so look out for a community competition for a new masthead (front page header.)

Vending Machines in the Laundry Rooms I am still very interested in pursuing the possibility of having vending machines in the laundry room. I have been investigating the subject and believe we have reasonable options that would be useful and convenient for Co-op City residents.

Summer is finally here!

We have finally begun our long awaited summer weather. While the Board normally takes a break for the summer, we will not be doing so this summer. There is too much to be done and a lot of projects that need our attention. While we diligently work on the issues, I hope to get in a few days of R&R. As you and your family take advantage of the summer months and vacations, I wish you the very best. Enjoy and be safe!

Share with me your thoughts I would like to know what are your thoughts and ideas. Please write to: Linda Berk, Board of Directors, 2049 Bartow Ave., Bronx, NY 10475 or email me at: Lberk@riverbaycorp.com

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Building 19 Association

Greetings Cooperators.

We want to thank all the cooperators, neighbors and friends who participated in our Father’s Day Lottery Scratch-off Raffle this year. We had a very good response from all. We sold raffles in the lobby during the week and had the draw-

ing for the winner on Saturday. The winner of this year’s Father’s Day Raffle was the Attiery family of Building 19. We wish them luck and a ‘big winner’ ticket.

This will be our last press release until the fall. I want to thank all my neighbors in Building 19 for making the Building

19 Association a great one. I wish everyone a safe and enjoyable summer. We are all eagerly anticipating the events that are scheduled for the summer 2014 - the Riverbay Fund Summer Events, the Fourth of July Fireworks, the opening of the new mall. I know at our first meeting

in the fall, we will have much information to share with each other. Again it has been my honor to serve as the Public Relations person of the Building 19 Association. I look forward to meeting everyone in September.

—Lillie Hall

Hi Neighbors: Thanks to all who attended our general meeting on Tuesday, June 24th.

The meeting went very well. Our guest speaker was Crystal Collins, Democrat, running for New York State Senate 36th Senate District. She was quite informative. Her motto: “I will work for you.”

Two Scholarship Awards in the amount of $500 each were awarded to two 2014 high school graduates: Chantel Smith, who will be attending Cobleskill State University in Cobleskill, NY and Matthew Salmon,

who will be attending Le Moyne College in Syracuse NY. To both of you congratulations; you did well! And remember, “Your future is bright and your possibilities are endless. Keep on pushing forward.” Delicious refreshments were served afterwards. Thanks to the proud parents and members who attended our 3rd Scholarship Awards ceremony.

This was our last general meeting until Tuesday, September 23, 2014.

Looking forward to seeing all of you there. Building 18 Association has given $500 Scholarship Awards to 3

other high school graduates: #1 to Tyler Moses, #2 to Renssalaer Lee in June 2012 and #3 to Steven Hill in June 2013.

Well summer is here - Hot, Hot, Hot! Seniors please stay out of the hot sun as much as possible, drink plenty of liquids; water is the best choice. Children please be careful in the pools and stay away from bodies of water that are “fenced in;” the fence means the water is dangerous (something is wrong). Do Not Go Beyond the fence or if there is no fence it is “double dangerous.”

STAY AWAY! Put on your thinking

cap, THINK!!! Do have a healthy and happy summer and stay safe.

There will no Movie Matinee until after the summer break; we will return in September.

Happy Birthday to all with that special day this month and may it be all you want it to be. Enjoy! To the bereaved families I give my sincere sympathy and to the sick and homebound I pray that your health be restored to “your norm” as soon as possible.

Please stay alert: If you SEE something SAY something!

—Gertie Brown

Pay It Forward Wonderful things are popping up on the horizon. Can you count them? Let’s see, the new fundraiser for Building 21 is located at www.21association.com.

We also will be starting the 21 Drama workshop. We will be continuing “Storytime, read to your child,” “Think Tank” monthly meetings and did some-

one say another ice-cream social? Wait a minute, what about a Section 4 Block party? Hmmmmm…..

So much can happen here. There’s just one main element missing here and that is you. The only way these things can prosper and continue to move forward is if you participate. Without your input, there is no activity. If there is no

activity, then there is no movement. If there is no movement, then there is no life. A lifeless community doesn’t have the right to complain or to claim. This is why we stand up. This is why you must participate even if it’s just one day out of the month. This is why you will make it your business to represent your stake in this community. This is

why you will attend your Building 21 association meeting on Tuesday, July 15.

We are neighbors and we are family we will all win by working, sharing and living together. For further correspondence: 21association@gmail.com or call us at 347-504-1821.

—Kevin Lambright

Our last meeting of the year before our summer break was June 12, 2014.

Our guest speaker was Elerece Thomas Jr., a representative from the Allstate Insurance Company. Mr. Thomas provided us with much needed information.

He informed us as to the need of insuring our valuables as well as the best way to insure and document them. Also, we received important information as to what may cause insurance premiums to increase and…do we as individuals have enough coverage for what we possess

(eg. jewelry and other expensive items in your home).

See or call an executive member of the association if you would like to contact Mr. Thomas or pick up related material and/or business cards he left with us.

Did you attend a meeting, support or participated in a Fundraiser event, contributed items or helped to decorate for the various holidays and occasions, bought a raffle, etc? Whatever you did (large or small) we the executive com-

mittee, thank you.

I extend my sincere thanks to the best association executive committee in Coop City for being a “good and effective team”! Things could not have happened without you.

UPCOMING ACTIVITIES • FREE ice cream will be served on Saturday July 19th from 1 to 3 p.m. for Donizetti Place cooperatives. We will be located between building B and C (if weather permits); otherwise we will hold the event in our meeting room in rear of

building 4B. Adults welcomed…but, don’t forget to bring the children.

• Look for a notice shortly that will identify our 2014 Scholarship Award recipient(s).

Congratulations to all those who will be celebrating a birthday and any special event during the months of July and August. School is out so stay alert and drive safely. *Remember this is our home “IF YOU SEE SOMETHING, SAY SOMETHING.” —Yvonne Burrus (DW)

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Co-op City Sports Velocity Track Club

Wow, Velocity Track Club, New York, had an incredible week. We started off on Wednesday, June 25th competing in the Hershey Games Regional Championship at Astoria Park in Queens, NY. The winners at the regional meet have a chance to get an all free paid trip to Hershey Park, where they will visit the Hershey Chocolate Factory, Hershey Amusement Park and compete in the Hershey Games National Championship. At the Regional meet, the following athletes’ medaled: Julian Caldwell, Ethan Mohan, Brandon and Dontae Lindo took 2nd in the 9 & 10 boys 4x100 meter relay. Julian also took 1st place in the 50-meter-race. Dontae took 3rd in the 400 & 4th in the 200-meter-race.

Brandon took 1st in the standing long jump. Giovanna Tolbert took 1st in the 1600-meter and 2nd in the 800-meter race.

Next, Coach George took 8 athletes to AAU (American Amateur Union) Regional 01 Championship at Lowell MA. Regional 01 consists of: New York Metropolitan, New Jersey, Connecticut, New England and Adirondacks. Athletes qualified for the Regional Championships at the NY Metropolitan Championship. At the Regional Championships, the top eight in a running event and the top five in a field event will advance to the 2014

AAU Junior Olympic Games in Iowa.

Medals were given to the top three athletes in their event & gender. This was a 3 day meet that started on Friday, June 27th. All eight VTC athletes performed well. Some broke their record for personal best time. Six out of the eight athletes advanced to the Junior Olympics and 5 of them medaled. The following student athletes medaled and/or advanced to the Junior Olympics: In the girls 13-year-old division, Giovanna Tolbert took 2nd in the 800, 1500 & 3000 meter race and she advanced in 200-meter hurdles. In the boys 12-year-old division, Daijon James took 2nd in the Javelin Turbo and 3rd in the shot put. Jordan Samuel is the AAU Regional 01 long jump champion, plus he advanced in 100 & 200-meters. Jordan scored a personal best in the long jump and 200 meters.

In the boys 9-year-old division, Dontae Lindo took 2nd in the 100meter, breaking his personal record.

He also took 2nd in the 1500 & he advanced in the 800 meters. In the boys 15/16 age division, Dante Dacosta took 3rd in long jump and advanced in the 200 meters breaking his personal record. Darius Gordon advanced in the long jump and 1500meter-run, running his personal best.

On Sunday, June 29th, the rest of the team competed in the 2014

Northeast Invitational at Icahn Stadium, Randall’s Island. The following athletes medaled: In the girls 8 & Under, Tiara took 2nd in the 1500 meter & 2nd in the 800-meters, running her personal best. Camryn Kelly took 2nd in the Javelin Turbo. In the boys 9 & 10 division, Julian Caldwell, Jordan Ingram, Brandon Godbold & Ethan Mohan took 2nd in the 4x100 relay. In the girls 11 & 12 division, Jacqueline Kendall took 2nd in the 3000-meter-run. In the boys 11 & 12 division, Kristian Cadiz Domville took 2nd place in the 100 & 3rd in the 200

2014 Championships Season The Co-op City Little League 2014 Season, which started in January with the winter clinic sessions, ended on June 28th with the Players Appreciation Day. T-ball, Farm, Minor, and Major team’s participants were presented with participation trophies and treated to a BBQ. Then there was a special treat for the Major and Minor players as the Hungry Howie’s car came onto the fields with several pizza pies for them to enjoy.

It was a successful season for the Major’s Montefiore Medical Center

Bombers and the Senior’s Marion Scott Realty Rebels as they both captured the Championship in their respective interleague. The Rebels, underdogs throughout the play-off, won its title game on a grand slam by Joshua Alfred. It was an uphill climb for the Rebels, but manager Al Santiago, coaches Marck Tarlton and Les Tarlton came up on top.

Accolades to the players and staff.

The Major’s Astor/Co-op inter league title series was a best two out of three as the Montefiore Bombers won the first game at Astor by one run. The second game was played at Co-op with

the Bombers the home team. The lead changing game went into extra innings as the Astor Rays tied the series with a dramatic 6-4 win. Pitchers David Torres Jr., and Jean Pierre Santiago held the Astor hitters at bay but the Astor defense prevented Co-op from taking the lead at their last at bat which started with an-into-the-HutchinsonRiver home run by Eric Spradley.

The rubber match was played at Astor with the Bombers triumphant 4-1 to claim the championship. An immense pitching performance from Eric Spradley and David Torres Jr. kept the Astor Rays to 5 hits total and one unearned run. Jaden Chaparro kept the Rays from scoring in the sixth inning with a spectacular defensive play.

meters race. Adrian Swift Henry took 2nd in the 80-meter-hurdles and the long jump. Kaseam Shand took 2nd in the shot put. Great job athletes, coaches and parents!

Anyone interested in supporting Velocity Track Club New York, we are a 501(c)3 - not-for-profit. Just write the check of any size to Velocity Track Club New York. Your donation is a tax write off and we will send you a receipt. For additional information, please contact Coach Winston Dinkins at 914-441-6196 or email me at WATCLT@AOL.COM.

Velocity Track Club at the 2014 Northeast Invitational at Icahn Stadium, Randall’s Island.

Co-op City Little League

During the series Alejandro Guilamo hit four homeruns and Eric Spradley went deep “sky king” style twice. From the opening day to the last pitch of the championship series every Bomber player had a key role at one time or another. Co-manager David Torres, Sr.. thanks the Co-op City Bombers parents and supporters that were there to encourage the team right through the whole season, playoffs, and championship series. Well done to the team and the staff of David Torres, co-manager Earl Williams, coaches Luis Marin and Robin Sullivan.

For information on the upcoming 2015 season, please visit the Co-op City Little League website, www. eteamz.com/coopcityll

Free summer tennis begins Monday

Coach Robin Sullivan, co-manager Earl Williams and co-manager David Torres with the Major's Montefiore Medical Center Champions (coach Luis Marin missing from picture).

The NY Junior Tennis League will begin offering its program of free tennis instruction for children beginning this Monday July 7th. Instruction is held on Co-op City’s outdoor tennis courts behind M.S. 181. Clinics are held for children 5-years-old from 10 to 11 a.m. each Monday and Wednesday. Children from 6 to 18-years-old are offered instruction and play 9 a.m. to noon each weekday during July and August. All children must wear sneakers and bring a bottle of water and a snack. Tennis racquets and balls are provided and registration is offered on an ongoing basis throughout the summer.

Tennis instruction for adults is also offered from 10 a.m. to noon each Saturday. A small fee is charged.

For information about the summer tennis programs, call 718-671-4437.

Co-op City Times / July 5, 2014

Building 33 Association

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The Building Association appreciates the cooperators who took the time to come down to our first Movie Day. Everyone who came was very happy with the movies and really enjoyed them, and thought this was a very good idea. You had the effects of a real movie theater.

We had refreshment for everyone. It really was nice.

We took a survey as to what you as a building would like in the form of entertainment. The surveys will be distributed to everyone in the building for

your input and support.

My new Vice President is young and he has a lot of good ideas for the young people as well as the older; now it is up to you, as a building to take part in the things we do.

He is planning a game night soon.

We will also have a Bingo night. There are so many things we can do as a building, all we need is your cooperation to succeed.

We have two cooperators who want to have a friendly Bid Whist game on Friday nights. We are calling all players

to contact us to play.

I was on the 18th floor Sunday night, and was surprise to see all of the Co-op City Times on the floor. It look as if no one picked up one to read. I write articles most weeks as a way of telling you what is going on in the building as well as the community, but if you do not pick up the paper and read it, you will never know anything about the community.

People tell me I don’t read that paper, why not?

There are people living here, who

really do not want to be here. They are evil and very non-chalant; the problem is they can’t afford to go anywhere else, they are against paying dues, signing petitions, getting involved in any thing in the community.

Get well wishes to our long-time building cooperator Mrs. Marguerite Snead; hope you feel better real soon.

And to all the sick and shut-in’s, get well soon.

Please support you building Association.

—Patricia Bonaparte

Hello, neighbors. The flowers, the flower beds and trees are just beautiful, the weather has been just great. We appreciate our GARDNERS who do a great job tending to our grounds. CONGRATULATIONS to all elected Directors and Officers of the Board. The association is involved with our building, as well as our community. We volunteer because we love our building and the community, therefore, we volunteer to work for the betterment and quality of life in our homes and community. We are taking a little break for the summer. The association will resume

meetings in the September, but there will be flyers posted in each building, of game nights, etc.

SLIGHT CHANGE - BUS OUTING TO ATLANTIC CITY to THE RESORT CASINO, Saturday, July 26. Depart 8:00 a.m. Return approximately 8 p.m. in front of the community center at 135 Einstein Loop. The price is $35 per person, $15 rebate, CASH OR MONEY ORDER. Flyers are posted in each A, B and C building. The last payment is due by JULY 10TH, the Fundraising Committee will collect payments for the trip in Lobby B on Thursday, JULY 10th, 4:00p.m.-6:00

p.m. Those who want to go, and if you live in other sections, just call the phone numbers listed below. THE COMMITTEE will gladly make arrangements. WE DO NOT WANT YOU TO MISS THE TRIP. For further information, contact Margie, 917-921-7749; Thalia at 718320-0435 and Sharon at 718-6711905. WE HAVE LIMITED SEATS ON THE BUS JUST FOR YOU, SO GET YOUR TICKETS AND GET ON BOARD. SECTION 5 ASSOCIATION is still seeking coordinators and volunteers for various activities, please

contact your building association for the SECT. 5 FUN DAY to be held August 23. Be safe and enjoy the summer. Happy birthday to all in the month of JUNE. To those who lost a loved one, we offer our deepest sympathy. We will continue to keep the sick and those on the mend in our prayers. May we continue to pray for our leaders everywhere and in our communities, that we will serve and do what is right for the people in the spirit of love and unity. You also may contact us at building27association@gmail.com.

—H. Overman

Building 27 Association

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Black Forum

Defensive driving course resumes in Sept.

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

Black Spectrum Theatre coming The Black Spectrum Theatre will be coming to Co-op City’s Section 5 greenway on Thursday, July 24, 7:15 p.m. Stay tuned for more details or call

(718) 320-8035.

Return to Lobster Fest We will be going to Lobster Fest at the Nordic Lodge, RI and then on to the casino for an exciting day on Saturday, Aug. 16. Cost is $150/person — $100 due now and $50 by June 30. No REFUNDS. Make reservations today.

Call (718) 320-0033, (917) 209-5334 or (718) 320-8035. Seats going fast!

Oldies but Goodie Concert & Dance The Black Forum will be sponsoring an Oldies But Goodies concert and dance at the Dreiser Auditorium on Saturday, Sept. 6. Artists and ticket information will be posted soon. Stay tuned.

Notice: All Section 5 food pantry participants All Section 5 residents must pick up their food packages on Wednesdays

from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Evangelical Church of Co-op City. You must bring your white cards to pick up your food. Volunteers needed for Wednesdays and Fridays. For information, please call (718) 320-8035.

Volunteers needed The Black Forum is looking for volunteers to help out 2 days a week at the food pantry from 11 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.

You choose the days. Training will take place on Thursday only. If you are interested, please call (718) 320-8035.

Emergency Food Program We are open on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 11 a.m. to 12:45 p.m., Room 20 at the Dreiser Community Center. Also, due to budget constraints and shortage of available food, you must live within

zip code 10475 to participate in this program. You must also have your card with you and bring two clean plastic shopping bags. In order to receive food, you must present a current photo ID such as a non or driver’s license or any photo ID card with proof of address. You will then be issued a card in order to pick up food in the future.

We Need You - Join Us Today Membership is $5 per year/person.

Call (718) 320-8035 or write to Black Forum, P.O. Box 563, Bronx, NY 10475; email: coopcityblackforum@gmail.com.

Help us keep independent community organizations alive in Co-op City.

Everyone is encouraged to join. Call or visit us, Room 20 in the Dreiser Community Center.

—Tony Illis

Even though the club will not meeting during the summer, we will continue to provide events that our community can enjoy. Please join us. All activities are open to members and non-members alike.

Upcoming events: The Cultural Committee will be hosting the ‘El Batey’ picnic (members only) at Glen Island on Sunday, July 20th. Please note: Cars must have a per-

mit to enter the grounds. Admission begins at 10 a.m.

We have planned another trip to Atlantic City! The Social Committee has arranged a trip to the Trump Taj Mahal Casino for Saturday, August 23rd. Sign up without delay to ensure your spot for this always popular outing. Contact Antoinette Toro (917) 7444373 or Alfonso Gonzalez (347) 249-

3403 for the $35 tickets. Payment deadline is August 1st.

SAVE THE DATE: On Saturday, November 1st, the club’s Social Committee will be hosting our annual Scholarship Fundraiser Dance. We are pleased to announce that our musical guests will be the legendary Tony Vega and the fantastic Mambo Legends Orchestra. For more information and

tickets, please contact Antoinette Toro (917) 744-4373 or Joe Rodriguez (917) 656-0811.

Additional information for all of our upcoming club events, as well as details concerning the club in general, can be found on our website: http://spanamcccc.synthasite.com. You may also contact the club at (718) 379-7017.

—Carmen Rodriguez

Yesterday we celebrated July 4th, 2014 – but the real fireworks are ahead if together, we don’t do something about the coming nightmare of the traffic jams that await us. Folks, it is almost past time to work together to make an impact on the powers that be. We are part of a phone-in/email campaign to our local officials to again, let them know that we are truly in need of a real plan to build better ways for shoppers to exit the new shopping center. It makes good sense for all to make this investment. Many of us townhouse residents have been here over thirty years; we know Bartow and Baychester Avenues haven’t been worked on since Freedomland. A ramp/overpass from the shopping center to I 95 would be like Bruckner Expressway over

Bruckner Blvd. HELP! Broun Place Town House Association disseminates information, supports programs and participates in organizations improving our quality of life. In Co-op City we are a” not-somini-state” that operates as a small democratic government. It is important that we continue to respect and honor that system. Thank you to neighbors who look in on elderly neighbors and look after them; thanks to the neighbors that water our lawns, saying “Hi” with a beautiful smile. Let’s applaud that we are among the almost 15,372 families living and celebrating 45 years of Coop City.

Some neighbors have mentioned how tired they are of hearing their phone ring and the caller asking for

phone donations and\or support. Well you don’t have to take these calls! The “Do Not Call” application and site online is available and works. If you need help submitting this form, please let your president know and she will help you.

It seems that summertime brings more street litter. Please help keep our neighborhood clean and pick it up for deposit in the corner garbage cans. And please, recycle your garbage correctly.

Thank you to Public Safety for the foot patrol officers. Call Public Safety, 718379-3050, if you see suspicious behavior. Use Public Safety to enforce our quality of life rules and regulations.

Public Safety wants our assistance, “If You See Something, Say Something”.

Keep up with the “goings on” in Co-op

City by reading our Co-op City Times.

This is our source for actual, day to day reports on Co-op City. Starting September, join or renew Broun Place Association membership by placing $12 dues in the mail slot of Apt. 31B, Apt. 10A or Apt. 22A. Broun Place Executive Officers are Reverend Grace Emanuel - Secretary; Ms. Lillian Richardson - Treasurer; Mrs. Vivian Burrus - Vice President and Eva Lazaar, President. Ms. Lana Spaulding and Mr. Jesse Seise are our new support team. We send good wishes and prayers to all recovering from surgery, illness or injury and hope for the best outcome possible. If you have a question regarding Broun Place, ask it and if you have a tiding, please share it.

—Eva Lazaar

On MONDAY, JULY 14, 2014, we are planning “A DAY OF PROTEST” to bring the Bay Plaza Mall (Mall) Developers and the Department of Transportation (DOT) to meet with our community to discuss the following: Traffic that is crippling our community especially Bartow Avenue; wide Streets to accommodate our disabled walkers; signal lights, stop signs;, pedestrian crosswalks and an exit ramp out of Bay Plaza. They refuse to meet with us. Their refusal is a “slap in the

face” to our community who will spend some of our hard-earned dollars at the Mall. The DAY OF PROTEST will ask that you flood the DOT and our legislators with telephone calls, emails or faxes to meet with us.

Flyers will be posted throughout the community. Your Building/Townhouse representatives are being sent the text that you may use when making the telephone calls. If you are not using your telephone, use the text to email or fax the DOT and our legislators.

Don’t forget that Section 2 is sponsoring a Summer Fun Day Fundraiser to Showboat Casino to Atlantic City on Saturday, August 16, 2014, leaving at 10:00 a.m. from Carver Loop and Casals Place (Tot Lot). Bus returns/leave Atlantic City at 7:00 p.m.

Cost is $35.00 per person (bonus from Casino) due by July 12th. To make a reservation call Sonia at 718-379-8305 or Sonja at 718-379-7841.

A special shout out to our graduates and to all who are celebrating a special

day this month. Our thoughts and prayers go out to everyone who has suffered a loss and to our sick and shutin.

If you see anyone defacing our property or not picking up after their dog call Riverbay Security at 718-6713050 and for Maintenance Issues call 718-320-3300. Don’t forget if you see something, say something.

We can be reached at 718-379-7841, MLSAH@aol.com.

—Sonja Maxwell

Spanish American Community Club of Co-op City

Broun Place Town House Association

Building 12 Cooperators Civic Association

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Call 718.320.3300, ext. 3384 for our affordable rates.

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Section 5 Association

Section 5 Association will be meeting every week as the presidents and representatives of Bldgs. 26 through 35 continue to plan for the upcoming event.

SECTION 5 FUN DAY - To be held Saturday, August 23 (rain date: August 30th) from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Everything is FREE - popcorn, cotton candy, snow cones and franks, while supplies last. We will also have a clown

and face painting. We will be in collaboration with the Riverbay Community Relations Department.

WAIVERS - Must be signed by parents for youth under the age of 18 to participate in games. If there are questions, please feel free to contact your building association, or call the phone numbers listed below.

SHOWCASE OF TALENTS -

This will again be an opportunity for you to show us what you got and have fun doing it.

OPEN MIC - Is in the house! You may sing to your heart’s content! The RENAISSANCE will be performing; if you have not seen them, this will be your chance.

VOLUNTEERS AND COORDINATORS - are needed for the event,

servers, etc. We need to hear from you as soon as possible. Flyers are posted in your respective buildings to contact your building association, or you may contact Linda Werner, Chairperson of the FUN DAY Committee at 718-4903431, Robert Hedgepeth, President, Section 5 Association at 718-320-2656 and/or Section5association@gmail.com.

—H. Overman

Hope you are enjoying the warm weather. Remember the old saying “Where There is Unity, There is Strength.” On MONDAY, JULY 14, 2014, we are planning “A DAY OF PROTEST” to bring the Bay Plaza Mall (Mall) Developers and the Department of Transportation (DOT) to meet with our community to discuss the following: Traffic that is crippling our community especially Bartow Avenue, wide streets to accommodate our handicap walkers, signal lights, stop signs, pedestrian crosswalks and an exit ramp out of Bay Plaza. Their refusal to meet with us is a “slap in the face” to this community who, by the way, will spend some of our hardearned dollars at the Mall. The day of protest will not ask you to protest in the streets. We are asking that you flood them with telephone calls, or faxes or emails to protest their refusal to meet with us.

Flyers will be posted throughout the entire community. Your Building/ Townhouse representatives are being sent the text that you may use when making the telephone calls. If you are not using your telephone, use the text to email or fax the DOT and our local representatives. Hopefully, we will be able to give you all of the information in our article next week. We are urging everyone to call, email or fax on Monday, July14. If we do not come together to let our voices be heard, we cannot complain.

Time is running out to make your reservations for the Section 2 Sumer Fun Day Fundraiser to Showboat Casino, Atlantic City, Saturday, August 16, 2014, leaving at 10 a.m. from Carver Loop and Casals Place (Tot Lot/Playground) Bus returns/leaves Atlantic City at 7 p.m.

Cost is $35 per person (bonus from Casino). Reservations and final payment are due by July 12, 2014. Make your

reservations by contacting Jerome 917671-7862, Debbie 718-379-6312, Sonia 718-379-8305, Gail 718-671-3801 and theab14c@hotmail.com. If you are paying by check, make payments to Bldg. 13

Association, Inc., 100 Casals Place, 32K, Bronx, NY 10475.

If you need to reach us call 718-3797841 or MLSAH@aol.com.

—Sonja Maxwell

Cooperators United of Co-op City

NOTICE OF GEESE REPELLENT APPLICATION IN YOUR AREA

Please be advised that application of geese repellent will take place on Tuesday, July 8, 4-7 p.m., in the rear of Buildings 27, 20, 31, 33 and 34, and Wednesday, July 9th near Buildings 23, 24 and 25.

We use a product called “liquid fence” which was recommended to us by the N.Y.S. Department of Environmental Conservation as it is harmless to humans and animals. This product will not harm the geese in any way; it only makes the grass distasteful forcing the geese to relocate.

While there is no negative health conditions related to this product, our contractor is, however, placing notice 24 hours in advance around the outer perimeters where this product is to be applied. At most, there may be a lingering odor from this product for up to 24 hours. Thank you for understanding.

—Riverbay Management

New Community Center Supervisor

The porters and superintendents who take care of the physical needs of Riverbay’s three community centers on a daily basis met recently to welcome their new supervisor, Javier Valenzuela (center).

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Drammeh Center

Due to an overwhelming response to the grant writing workshop, an additional three hour session will be added in August. Attendees are encouraged to bring live projects to work on. If you do not have a project, samples will be provided. The cost includes helpful handouts. To secure your seat, payment must be made in full.

Call For Auditions Registration for choir auditions is now open for youth to participate in a multifaceted music project for charity. Let The Children Come Choir celebrates the African child through a rare showcase of voices of

children between the ages of 8 and 14 years, drawn from African migrant and descendant communities in the United States and other countries around the world. The choir is designed to stimulate awareness and support for the needs of orphans and children living with challenging circumstances in Africa. Selected choir members will work under the direction of a celebrated recording artist. The choir will perform a new song with a positive and uplifting message and be featured in a documentary film promoting peace and security for children in Africa.

Please do not wait to long to sign up. Auditions will take place at the Drammeh Center, 140 DeKruif Place (ground floor). Session A is Sunday, July 20, noon to 5 p.m. Session B is Sunday, July 27, noon to 5 p.m.

Children should be prepared to sing a few bars of a song that they are familiar with. Sessions will be recorded and parents or guardian must be present.

To register for a time slot, send email to: info@LTCCChoir.org or write to The Drammeh Institute, attention: LTCCC Registration, P.O. Box 558, Bronx, NY 10475.

The Coalition’s next general membership meeting will be held on Tuesday September 9, at noon, 177 Dreiser Community Center, Room 15. The Coalition’s general membership meetings will be in recess for the month of July and August. Wishing everyone a safe and healthy summer. We will be hosting our 19th annual Friends and Family Day event on Sunday October 19th, 3 p.m., 177 Dreiser Community Center…Auditorium A and B. There will be games with prizes for the children. There will be vendors which we hope that you will consider purchasing items from, and last but not lease, refreshments will be served. So come out and support the many organizations that make up the Coalition.

Please inform the coalition of any suggestions that

you may have. Mrs. Joan Murrell is the President of the Coalition. Phone number (718) 379-3494.

The Coalition is a non-profit organization dedicating to maintaining and improving the quality of life of Cooperators while providing educational and culturally enriching programs for the community. We also act as one voice for all Coalition members where there are issues of common concern and human rights. We also sponsor Friends & Family Day Celebrations, and Kwanzaa free for the community. Members of the Coalition include the following: African-American Association; Co-op City Baptist Church; Retirees of Dreiser Loop; Harriet Tubman Independent Democratic Club; NAACP. Co-op City Branch; St. Joseph’s Episcopal Church and Zodiacs Track Club.

Please support our efforts by sending us a tax deductible contribution made payable to Coalition of African-American Churches and Community Development of Co-op City, Inc., P.O. Box 619, Bronx, NY 10475. Churches and organizations that desire to join the Coalition may apply for membership by either writing or calling (718) 379-3494 or (718) 671-5957 for a membership application, which should be returned with a letter on your Church/Organization’s letterhead and signed by the Minister/President. Read Coalition’s weekly column for information about events and issues.

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

—Harman T. Leacock

Congratulations to the class 2014!

NCNW members had the honor of presenting awards to the graduating seniors of the class of 2014.

Lori Melton presented an award to Amiyrah Marshall for Academics and Community Service. Awards were

also presented to Chantalle Durr for Academics and to Juliana Osae for Community Service on behalf of NCNW. Aletha Robinson presented to P.S. 160 Walt Disney School; recipients Kendra Timberlake and Lisa Armoo for Academic Achievement and to the Equality Charter School recipients Daniella Kwubiri and Gabrielle Pierre-McDonald for Academics and Community Service; Gladys Williams presented to P.S. 153…recipient Zora Doku for Academics and Community Service; Helen Atkins presented to M.S. 181….recipients Mylasia Daye for Academic Achievement and to Courtney Turner-Harris for Community Service; Eleanor Donnley presented to

M.S. 180, Dr. Daniel Hale Williams….recipients Victoria Nyarko and Dymin Lester for Academics and Community Service and P.S. 178…recipient Kendra Todd for “Struggled to make the Grades and Succeeded” Our next General Membership meeting will be held 2nd Sunday in September at 3:00 p.m. in room 11, Dreiser Community Center. The F.R. committee will be meeting over the summer to plans events for 2015.

Please contact Sadie Gilmore 718-320-3721, to notify us of any birthdays, illness or bereavement.

Happy Birthday July/August Members!

Enjoy the summer be safe!

—Maxine Sullivan

Coalition of African-American Churches & Community Organizations of Co-op City

National Council of Negro Women

Einstein Cancer Fund

Reminder – Tuesday, July 8th, Resorts Casino. Cost per person $33 with a casino slot play of $25. Time of pick-up 8 a.m. starting at Einstein Loop followed by Asch Loop and Dreiser Loop. Please bring your casino card and valid photo I.D. Saturday, September 20th – Annual Raffle Luncheon at the Sea Shore Restaurant at 1:30 p.m.

Cost per person is $49 which include a entrée choice of broiled filet of sole, grilled salmon, fried shrimp or scampi, prime rib roast of beef, BBQ chicken, BBQ baby ribs, or a combination of chicken and ribs, chicken parmesan along with an appetizer, salad, pasta, and strawberry shortcake. As always, your contribution of gift cards in the range of $5 to $25 are gratefully accepted for the success of our luncheon. Everyone is most welcomed to attend.

Thursday, October 23rd, Hunterdon Hills Playhouse. The cost per person is $79 — all seats are available. Enjoy the comedy drama Breaking Legs and their delicious menu choice of fresh homemade breads, green garden salad, Yankee pot roast, fried shrimp platter, chicken parmesan, crusted parmesan tilapia, sausage with pepper and onions, baked vegetable lasagna, vegetable kabobs. To top off these delicious entrees, indulge in their famous buffet of over 30 freshly-made miniature desserts and assorted cakes to enjoy with your coffee and tea. This trip can be paid off in the amounts that you choose. Balance of full payments must be paid by October 10th. Please send in a $5 deposit to reserve your seat.

For the above trips, please call Lydia at 718-6713005, Loretta at 718-671-2958 or Annie Eutsey at 718-320-1874. We are available Monday to Saturday 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and in the evening 6 to 8 p.m.

Please give a call to those in nursing homes or who are homebound. It is for health, and healing, as well as their well-being. Good health is wished to everyone.

—Lydia Ruas

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• Large Chapel on premises

• Pre-need counseling

• Ample Parking on premises

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• Casket Showroom on premises

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Serving all cultures & faiths

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Community Protestant Church

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

NOTE: SUNDAY, JULY 6TH - WORSHIP SERVICE (WITH DRESS-DOWN ATTIRE) BEGINS AT 9:00 A.M. SUMMER CHURCH SCHEDULE (DRESS-DOWN ATTIRE JULY 13 – SEPTEMBER 7) Adult Sunday School - 9:00 a.m.

Worship Service - 10:00 a.m.

Communion Service - Every First and Third Sundays

Prayer Meeting and Bible Study – Wednesday at 7:00 p.m.

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

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

Extension of Prayer and Worship Service – Every First Second and Third Fridays at 7:00 p.m.

OTHER SCHEDULED EVENTS: Sunday, July 6, 12:00 noon – 6:00 – Enjoy a fun filled afternoon at OUR ANNUAL FAMILY AND FRIENDS’ DAY COOKOUT – Glen Island Park,

New Rochelle, NY. Donation: $15/ Adults; $5/Children. For tickets call (718) 862-9172.

Saturday, October 18th, 9:00 p.m. - 2:00 a.m.– Enjoy a great evening of entertainment at the South Carolina Committee’s Annual Dance in Dreiser Auditorium, Co-op City.

Music by DJ Jimmy Pressley. Ticket: $25.00 in advance (no tickets sold at door) available by calling (718) 3798514; (718) 671-5493, (718) 6710231.

Congratulations to all our children who have been promoted this school year. God bless you always.

May you all have a wonderful summer and a bright and shining future.

LOL – Live Out Love!

“Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud, it is not rude, it is not selfseeking, it is not easily angered. It keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil, but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres. Love never fails.” (1 Corinthians 13:4-8a) 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 Mitchell

Rev. Dr. Sheldon E. Williams and the Co-op City Baptist Church invites you to join us tomorrow at 8:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. for worship service.

Sunday school for children and adults is held at 9:15 a.m. We invite you to worship, study, and pray with us.

The Co-op City Baptist Church is located at 135 Einstein Loop Room 50. Our telephone number is 718320-3774. Visit us on the web at www.coopcitybaptistchurch.org.

Midweek worship service and Wednesday Bible study classes and Prayer service are suspended for the summer. Friday evening Prayer Service is also suspended for the summer and will resume on September 12.

The Vacation Bible School invites

adults and children to join “The Jesus Connection” which began on Monday, June 30 will continue through Friday, July 11 each evening. You are invited to join us and get connected for the final week of “The Jesus Connection”.

Snack time is 5:00 – 6:00 p.m. and class time is 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Please come out and join the fun.

SUMMER LITURGICAL PERFORMING ARTS CAMP Summer Liturgical Performing Arts Camp begins on Monday, July 7 and will continue until August 22 at the church. It is a summer Liturgical Performing Arts intensive day program for ages 6 – 17. This program will include daily Bible study, prayer, and writing, African drumming, theatre,

poetry literature, gospel music, field trips and games. Private voice lessons and piano will also be provided. The director will be Bro. Alfred Gallman who has over the past 35 years answered the need for dance, music, and theater training in the New York, New Jersey and Pennsylvania tri-state area. Registration will be ongoing at the church during camp. The performing Arts Intensive program will end with a performance that will showcase their program experience. For additional information, call Rev. Williams at 718320-3774.

The Co-op City Intergenerational Outreach Center, Inc. (CCIOC) is pleased to announce that they will hold their First Community Awards

Ceremony at Eastwood Manor in the Bronx on October 17, 2014.

Tickets are $75, and will be available beginning July 6. The CCIOC is also preparing a souvenir journal and ask that you submit ads. Ad submissions, including photos and payments, are due by no later than September 16. For reservations or additional information, call 718-671-1861 or 917-620-2859.

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

—Hattie L. Lucas

NEW CHURCH LOCATION Beginning June 29, 2014: 120 Dekruif Place (Street Level). Praise and Worship Begins at 9:30 a.m.

Church Telephone (718) 644-0951 email: fatwcc@aol.com Weekly Worship Experiences: 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Service (Summer Recess) 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study (Summer Recess) Sunday Morning Worship 9:30 a.m.

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

Church Motto: “We are ChristCentered, Family-Focused with, Power and Authority” Church Mission: To empower, educate and motivate men, women, boys and girls to reach their full potential and

live abundant lives through preaching and teaching the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

Come worship with us—where we honor tradition but are not bound by it!

We were blessed with a great outpouring of support from the Co-op City community for our first worship service at 120 Dekruif Place! All are welcome to join us any and every Sunday because our goal is to share the Gospel of Jesus Christ, in LOVE, through teaching and preaching the Word of God from the Bible.

Our new Technology Lab is currently being wired for service to the community. We are awaiting Cablevision’s completion of their process. As soon as this technicality has been taken care of we will invite the community in to use the computer lab

FREE for two-weeks. For SENIOR CITIZENS use will be FREE as an ongoing service (by schedule). We will offer low-cost Employment Support Services (resume/cover letter writing, Soft-Skills Workshops, TARGETTED Job Search, Copy and Faxing Services, etc.) to the community on a weekly basis. Pastor Jenkins was a Workforce Development Manager and has been using her skills and contacts to help people gain employment for 12 years.

We are blessed to be recipients of a grant from City Councilman Andy King to support our After School Program, which begins in September 2014! The Leaders and Scholars Afterschool Hub will provide afterschool care and educational services to K-8 students in the Co-op City commu-

nity. It is a partially technology-based program as well as hands on Homework Help. Snacks will be provided and competent background checked staffing provided to reinforce the safe environment. Registration for this low-cost program will take place in late August and space is limited. We already have a list for preregistration of which you are welcome to sign-up by calling or emailing, Pastor Jenkins.

Macy’s Charity Shopping Day August 9, 2014: Faith @ Work is honored to be selected to participate in the new Bay Plaza Macy’s Charity Shopping Day! You can purchase a $5 shopping pass from any member of the church to support the good work we do within the community. Call (718) 6440951 for additional information.

Co-op City Baptist Church

Faith at Work Christian Church

COMMUNITY PROTESTANT CHURCH OF CO-OP CITY

CO-OP CITY BAPTIST CHURCH

1659 e aSt 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 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.

Summer CHurCH SCHedule: (Dress-Down Attire) July 6, WorSHip ServiCe beginS at 9 a.m. ( no Sunday SCHool) July 13 - auguSt 24: WEEKLY: - adult Sunday SCHool - 9:00 a.m.

- WorSHip ServiCe - 10:00 a.m.

- prayer meeting & bible Study - WedneSday 7:00 pm MONTHLY: Communion ServiCe - 1

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(718) 320-3774 • Sunday School – 9:15 a.m.

• Sunday Worship Services – 8:00 & 11:00 a.m.

• Midweek Worship – Wednesday @ 12 Noon • Bible Class – Wednesday @ 1:00 & 7:30 p.m.

• Prayer Service – Friday @ Noon & 7:30 p.m.

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

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Bartow

Tues., July 8

Mon., July 7

Word Games 9:30 – 11 a.m., Rm. 31 Bingo 9:30–11:30 a.m., Rm 31

Library 9:30 a.m. - 1 p.m., Rm. 31 Weight Management Support Group 10-11:30 a.m., Rm. 25 Card Games 2– 4 p.m., Rm. 31

Dominoes 2:30 pm, Rm. 31 Basic Cell Phone/iPad Training 12:30-1:30 p.m., Bartow Ave. Senior Services Main Office

Word Games 9:30 – 11:30 a.m., Rm. 31 Current Events 10 a.m., Rm. 31 Bingo 1-3:30 p.m., Rm. 31 Card Games 2-4 p.m., Rm. 31 Dominoes 2:30 p.m., Rm. 31 Srs. Walking Group (on vacation ‘til Sept.)

Wed., July 9

Blood Pressure 1st & 3rd Wed 9 -10 am, Rm. 31 Word Games Rm. 31 9:30am - 11:30pm

Einstein Library 9:30 a.m. – 1 p.m., Rm. 49 Dominoes 10 a.m., Rm. 45 Line Dancing 10 – 11 a.m., Rm. 45 Around The Lunch Table 11:30 a.m., Rm. 49 Walking and Exercise w/Ms.Gaskill 2–4 p.m.

Dominoes 10 a.m., Rm. 49 Tai Chi 11 a.m., Rm. 45 Bingo 1 p.m., Rm. 49 Matinee Movie w/George 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Rm. 45 Dominoes 10 am, Rm. 45

Thurs., July 10

Crochet and Knitting 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Rm. 7 Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session 9:30-10:30 a.m., Rm. 7 Stay Well Exercise (on vacation July & Aug.) Mind Teasers 12–1 p.m., Rm. 4 Gentle Yoga w/Anne 1:15-2 p.m., Rm. 2 Intermediate Yoga 2-3pm, Rm. 2 Basic Cellphone & iPad Training 1:30–2:30pm, Rm. 7

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session 9:30 – 10:30 a.m., Rm. 7 Alert & Alive (on vacation July & Aug.) Cultural Dance 10:30-11:30 a.m. Aud. B Mind Teasers 12–1 p.m., Rm. 4 Zumba 1-2 p.m., Aud. A Tuesday Movie w/ popcorn 2-4 p.m., Rm. 7 Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session 9:30 – 10:30am, Rm. 7

Spelling Bee

10 -11 am, Rm. 31

Spanish Practice Class

Sewing w/Raymonde (on vacation July & Aug.) Tai Chi

Line Dancing w/Voncile

10:30 am, Computer Lab

11 am-12 pm, Rm. 2

10 am, Rm. 49

Stay Well Exercise “Cancelled”

Mind Teasers

1 – 3:30pm, Rm. 31

Arthritis Exercise Class w/Damian

Card Games

11 am – 12 pm

Bingo 2 -4 pm, Rm. 31

12 pm – 1 pm, Rm. 4

Art Class 1 pm -3 pm, Rm. 7

Dominoes

Bingo

YOGA w/Bhadra

2:30 pm, Rm. 31

1 pm, Rm. 49

2 pm-3 pm, Rm. 2

Dominoes 10 a.m., Rm. 45

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session 9:3010:30 a.m., Rm. 7 Blood Pressure 1st & 3rd Thursday 10-11:30 a.m., Rm. 8 Line Dancing w/Ellie 10–11 a.m., Aud. A Piano Sing Along 11 a.m.–12 p.m., Rm. 7 Mind Teasers 12-1 p.m., Rm. 4 Drama Club 1:30–4 p.m., Rm. 7

Library 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Rm. 31 Word Games 9:3011:30 a.m., Rm. 31 Chat Session 9:30 a.m.

-1 p.m., Rm. 31 Bingo 1-3:30 p.m., Rm. 31 Card Games 2-4 p.m., Rm. 31 Dominoes 2:30 p.m., Rm. 31 Social Dance Club Music

by Cecilia Tenconi -

Every 2nd Thursday, 12:30-2 p.m., Rm. 31

Fri., July 11

Dreiser

Men’s Line Dancing w/Voncile 9:00-10:00am, Rm 31 Word Games 9:30am – 11:30am, Rm 31 Women’s Line Dancing w/Jenifer 10:00 – 11:30am, Rm 31 Chat Session 10:00am, Rm 31 Bingo 10:30am – 12:00pm, Rm 25 Sing along w/Charles Carrington 11:00 am12:00 pm, Rm 31 Card Games 2:00-4:00 pm, Rm 31 Dominos 2:30 pm, Rm 31

Stay Well Exercise 10-11 a.m., Rm. 45 Spelling Bee 11 a.m., Rm. 49 Po-ke-no 1-2 p.m., Rm. 49 Bingo 1 p.m., Rm. 49 Dominos 10:00am Rm45 Art 10:00 am Rm 45 Bingo 1:00pm Rm 49 Card Games 2:00pm-4:00pm Rm 49 Blood Pressure 2nd and 4th Friday, 10:00 -11:30am Rm 49 Schedule subject to changes without notice*

Crochet and Knitting 10:00am-12:00pm Rm 7 Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session 9:30-10:30 am Rm 7 Meditative Moments – On vacation July & August 11:00 – 12:00 - Rm 8 Mind Teasers 12:00pm-1:00pm Rm 4 Spanish Class 1:00pm-2:00pm Rm 7 Card Games, Dominoes 2:00pm-4:00pm Rm 7 Therapeutic Yoga 1:30pm – 2:30 pm Rm 8

(Schedule subject to change without notice)

Fee for lunch is $2.00 & $3.50 for guest

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

ALL meals served w/margarine and fresh milk

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

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

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

Date:

Kosher

Non-Kosher

Soups, Breads and Desserts

Apple juice

Hot open turkey sandwich w/gravy Broccoli & red pepper salad Roasted sweet potato fries

Whole Wheat Bread Fresh fruit

Pork Meatballs Whole wheat spaghetti Sautéed Zucchini

Whole Wheat bread Fresh fruit

BBQ Chicken Carrot salad Steamed corn on the cob

Whole wheat bread Whole wheat dinner roll Healthy wildberry

Salisbury steak w/mushroom gravy Baked potato in skin Sautéed spinach

Whole wheat bread Fresh fruit

Baked Whiting fish fillets Brown rice w/mushrooms Beet, Arugula & feta salad

Challah bread Fresh fruit

Mon., Stuffed Peppers w/turkey Baked sweet potato July Sautéed string beans 7

Tues, July 8

Alt: Tuna Nicoise salad Orange juice Chicken Francaise Barley w/lima beans California blend vegetables Alt: Egg salad

Wed., July 9

Apple juice Breaded southern steak Mashed potatoes Zucchini w/onions & peppers

Alt: Tuna fish salad Pineapple juice Baked sole fish fillet Thurs., w/Moroccan fish sauce bowtie noodles July Vegetable mix

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Alt: Chopped chicken liver

Fri., July 11

Orange Juice Spanish style roast chicken Brown rice w/beans Steamed Kale Alt: Gefilte fish

Upcoming Events/Trips

There will be no refunds for all trips.

All trips include roundtrip transportation! Call the Bartow Office to register unless otherwise noted (718-320-2066) Social Work Office Hours: Please call 718-320-2066 for additional information, 2049 Bartow Avenue, Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m., 135 Einstein Loop, Room 40, by appointment, 177 Dreiser Loop, Room 13, by appointment.

The Big Apple Senior Walking Group - Every Friday 10:30 a.m. - meets at 177 Dreiser Loop, Room 7.

Free SNAP (Food Stamp) Application Assistance – Fridays – July 11th & 25th, August 8th & 22nd, September 5th & 19th at the Co-op City Senior Services Office, 2049 Bartow Avenue, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. - First Come, First Served! Please bring documents that verify your identity, address, income, & expenses (rent, medical, etc.). Call 718-320-2066.

On July 24 & August 14, the Bartow Senior Center will be serving lunch in Room 28 at 2049 Bartow Avenue. (No activities on those days.)

What is Homecare & What Should I Expect? – Tuesday, July 8th, 11 a.m., 135 Einstein Loop, Room 49; Tuesday, July 15, 11 a.m., 2049 Bartow Ave., Rm. 31; Friday, August 22, 1 p.m., 177 Dreiser Loop, Rm. 4.

FREE Civil Legal Services coming to Your Neighborhood – A NYLAG (New York Legal Assistance Group) mobile van will be stationed in Co-op City on Wed., July 30th, Bartow Ave. & Asch Loop in front of Memorial Park from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Lawyers on the van will provide free legal assistance on issues related to housing, public benefits, disability benefits, healthcare, identity theft, debt management, consumer credit, immigration, domestic violence, divorce, custody, employment & advance planning. To make an appointment and to fill out the referral form, contact JASA at 718-320-2066, 2049 Bartow Avenue.

Empire Casino – Monday, July 14, $5. Pick-ups: Bartow 10 a.m., Einstein 10:15 a.m. & Dreiser 10:30 a.m.

Wal-Mart – Friday, July 18, $15.

Pick-ups: Bartow 8:30 a.m., Einstein 8:45 a.m. & Dreiser 9 a.m.

911 Museum and Memorial -

Monday, July 21, $18. Tour time 10 a.m.

Pickups: Bartow 8:15 a.m., Einstein 8:30 a.m. and Dreiser 8:45 a.m. Only 8 seats available.

Fairway – Wed., July 23, $3 (2hrs).

Pickups: Bartow – 10:30 a.m., Einstein Loop – 10:45 a.m. & Dreiser Loop 11 a.m. Time change for this trip only.

Palisades Mall – Friday, July 25, $12.

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

Empire Casino – Monday, July 28, $5. Pick-ups: Bartow 10 a.m., Einstein 10:15 a.m. & Dreiser 10:30 a.m.

Tanger Outlet – Wednesday, July 30, $18. Pickups: Dreiser Loop – 9 a.m., Bartow - 9:15 a.m. & Einstein Loop 9:30.

The Beacon Program @ the Henry Kaufman Campgrounds Tuesday, August 5, $20 a minimum of 30 participants is required for the trip to run. 49 seats are available. RSVP and payment are required by July 22nd. Please make the check out to JASA. Pickups: Dreiser Loop 9 a.m., Bartow 9:15 a.m. & Einstein Loop 9:30 a.m. Leaving camp at 3:45 p.m. Please call or come to the Bartow Senior Services office for more information and to sign up. An emergency contact field trip form has to be filled out.

Grandparent Connection – Grandparent caregiver support group meeting is scheduled for Thursday, July 10, 10:30 a.m. at the teen center in Einstein Loop. For info., contact Hattie Lucas, 718379-0433 ext. 2139 or 917-734-5935.

Caregiver Support Group – Tuesday, July15, 1 p.m., 2049 Bartow Ave., Room 31. The group offers resources as well as an atmosphere of understanding and support, whether you care for a loved one from a distance or in your home. Group is facilitated by a social worker. For info.: 718-320-2066.

Handicapped Adults Association The Handicapped Adults Association is very pleased to announce that although HAA is closing effective immediately, HAA programs will continue under JASA Co-op City Senior Services. Please look out for JASA’s announcements about upcoming programming.

Thank you for your support.

—Arlene Rodriguez

Co-op City Times / July 5, 2014

WEEKLY SCHEDULE

Baychester Library Events VISIT THE LIBRARY - A GREAT WEALTH OF INFORMATION UPCOMING EVENTS (Call library to confirm) Book Discussion Group - Thursday, July 10, 1:30 p.m. The Imperfectionists Teen Program - Magic Tricks, History of Deception - Friday, July 18, 3:30 p.m.

WEEKLY EVENTS (Call library to confirm) Children’s Game On w/Board Games - Mondays, 3:30 p.m.

Toddler Time - Tuesdays, 11:00 a.m.

Teen Lounge - Tuesdays, 3:00 - 4:30 p.m.

Click On - Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m.: July 9 - Microsoft Word; July 16 - Laptop Q&A; July 23 - Mouse Basics; July 30 - Basic Internet.

Children’s Program - Wednesdays, 2:00 p.m.: July 9 - Build a Frizz Inflator; July 16 - Blobs in a Bottle; July 23 - Tornado in a Bottle; July 30 - Sink or Float.

Tech Connect - Thursdays, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.: July 10 - MS Excel 2010 for Beginners; July 17 - MS Excel 2010 for Beginners 2; July 24 - Windows 8; July 31 - No Tech Connect.

Chess Club - Thursdays, 3:00; no Chess on 7/10 or 7/31.

Click On - Fridays, 10:30 a.m; July 11 - Basic Mouse; July 18 - Basic Internet; July 25 - Email Account.

Teen Lounge - Fridays, July 11 & July 25, 3:00 - 4:30 p.m.

Film - Saturdays, 2 p.m: July 12 - The Butler w/Forest Whitaker; July 19 Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner w/Sidney Poitier; July 26 The Way We Were w/Barbra Streisand.

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

HOURS: Monday & Wednesday, 10-7; Tuesday & Thursday, 10-6; Friday & Saturday, 10-5. Libros En Español (Books in Spanish). HORARIO DE LA BIBLIOTECA: Lunes 10-7, Martes 10-6, Miércoles 10-7, Jueves 10-6, Viernes 10-5, Sábado 10-5, Domingo Cerrado.

718.379.6700 FREE ADMISSION TO ALL

Retirees of Dreiser Loop

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The Retirees of Dreiser Loop, Inc. held their 42nd Annual Luncheon on Wednesday, June 18, at the delightful Marina Del Rey in Throggs Neck. As usual, the affair was well attended and the guests danced to the music and sounds of Carol/DAD Productions. Those honored this year for their contributions to the retiree organization for the past 20 years were: Annie Guinn, Rosalee Menefee, George Crouch, Eugene Hunter, Leonard Murrell and Marge Watson.

The second highlight of the afternoon was the recognition of the scholarship awardees for 2014. The organization has presented scholarships to graduating grandchildren, great-grandchildren or great-great-grandchildren of active members of the retirees for several past years.

Tiffany Myers, daughter of Patricia Myers and a graduate of Long Island University, imparted words of encouragement and motivation to the graduates. We are so grateful to our co-sponsors, Mr. James Alston and Ms. Patricia Myers of McCall’s Funeral Services and Mr. and Mrs. Granby, Granby Funeral Services for their continued generous support of our scholarship program. Several of the previous awardees sent written communications on how much our investments assisted in their financial support.

Comments were received from Kismet Debnam, Eric Morgan, Gabriel Ramos, Brittany Morris and Robert Morton.

Congratulations to our 2014 awardees: Elijah Rooney, Isabel Debnam, Donovan Shivers, Marc Gregory-Dixon and Moet Johnson. See page 9 for photos and statements from each of the scholarship winners.

Clubroom 19: Hello! The Dreiser Clubroom 19 will continue to be open during July and August (after 1 p.m.) for your daily pleasure (except Wednesdays).

Come relax and join in the fun, by playing cards (game of choice) and a variety of board games, or just sit and watch one of your favorite TV shows with others.

TRAVEL EVENTS: Sept. 20-27, 2014, (8 days/7 nights) CALIFORNIA COASTAL CRUISE on the PRINCESS. Contacts: Claudette

D. 718 379-4784/Beverly J.718 3790377.

Thurs. Oct. 9, 2014. It pays to play at the exciting SANDS CASINO (not HARRAH’S Casino as originally reported). The casino rebate is $20 slot play/$5 food voucher.) Just steps away from the casino floor are THE OUTLETS at SANDS, where Fashion meets the Fabulous. Following your stay at the Sands Casino, enjoy a finger-lickin soul food dinner while listening in a really cool atmosphere to a live jazz and blues show at the famous restaurant called Warmdaddy’s in Philly. The price is $90 - transportation included. A $60 deposit is required to hold your seat. Remember, first paid, first served. Seats going fast.

Balance due by Sept. 3. Contacts: Serita G. 347-564-5722/ Barbara W. 718-3200500.

THEATRE COMMITTEE: (prices include transportation/Dreiser Loop): Wed. Sept. 10, 2014. 11:15 a.m. matinee luncheon & show, “THE WIZARD OF OZ” at the Westchester Broadway Theatre. Price: $65. SOLD OUT! Wait list only. Contact: Eleanor B. 718 3247847.

GOOD AND WELFARE: To members and friends still on the mend, “wishing that each day brings you renewed strength, brighter times, and a healthier happier you.” Contact: Elinor Gordon, Chair, at 718 379-8755, regarding illnesses and bereavements.

Members and Friends, we require your telephone number and a deposit to reserve your seat when signing up for shows/trips. Checks/money orders only – Payable to RETIREES OF DREISER LOOP. Committee members will be available in Dreiser room 19 Mondays and/or Thursdays approximately 3-5 p.m.

Call 718-379-0377 before going to clubroom 19 during the summer months.

Don’t forget to mark your calendar – the RETIREES’ monthly general meeting will resume on Wednesday, September 3rd. We look forward to seeing you then.

“It’s summer! Be free and happy…”

Best wishes to all for a safe fun-filled summer.

—Claudette Davis

FYI: AARP #4997/Caregivers Outreach Ministry Empowerment with Dianne Cooper, will be hosting sessions for high school juniors and seniors on computer training; composing/mailing letters, composing flyers/brochures; making telephone calls and follow-up calls to caregivers; filing documents; composing charts on Excel; updating/ posting newsletters; finding websites and much more. These sessions will be held from July 7-August 16, 2014, Mon. & Wed. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Tues. & Thurs. 9 a.m.-4 p.m., at 177 Dreiser Loop, Room O; Bronx, NY 10475. For additional info. and to schedule, call 718 379-3159.

FYI - I: Join AARP staff, members and volunteers at these local events: Sex With Strangers – July 8-August 24 at the Tony Kiser Theater; 305 W. 43rd Street. Call Second Stage Theater Box Office, 212-246-4422 (mention code RP59) or visit online www.2ST.com and use code RP59. AARP members receive a 22% discount on regularly priced tickets.

New York Mets – AARP members will receive a 20-40% discount on tickets to see the Mets games on Sat. July 12, 4:10 pm; Tues. July 29, 7:10 pm; Fri. Aug. 1, 7:10 pm; Sat. Aug. 16, 7:10 pm or Mon. Aug. 18, 1:10 pm. To purchase tickets, AARP members can either call 718 559-3037 or email efox@nymets.com or go to www.mets.com/aarp. Before the game, meet AARP volunteers & other

members at the stadium and find out what AARP is doing in your community.

FYI - II: SAVE THE DATE: AARP Holiday Celebration has been scheduled for THURSDAY, DECEMBER 18TH, noon -5 p.m. at Eastwood Manor - $70.

Tickets will be available at the September 8th meeting.

To our sick, on the mend and shut-in members, and those bereaved members, please know that you are in our prayers.

Contact Frances Wilson, Good & Welfare Coordinator - 718 671-5493.

2014 TOUR ACTIVITIES July 24-25, 2014 – Spirit of Baltimore Cruise & lunch w/shopping at Arrundel Mills Outlet; buffet dinner at the Hotel; buffet breakfast and a 6-hour stay at Maryland Live Casino; traveling on a Deluxe Motor Coach (travel insurance to be determined). $280 double; $270 triple; $340 single. Seats available. Contact Daisy 718 671-3241.

August 28 – September 6, 2014 – Canada & New England Cruise –Sail on the Royal Caribbean, 10 days 9 nights…Double inside cabin: N-$1,108; outside cabin: I-$1,438; Balcony: E-2$1,738; Balcony: E-1-$1,788; Single inside cabin: N-$1,827; Outside cabin: I$2,487; Balcony E-1-$3,187 — NOTE: There are seven (7) spaces available for our group. If interested, send your deposit, $350, NOW! Contact Jean 718 379-3742.

—Delores Debnam

AARP Chapter #4997

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Reflections

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

A clergyman was reading a long list of announcements from the pulpit, which included at least one meeting and sometimes two or three, for every night of the week, When he finished, he observed, “Well, it looks like this week is all shot to heaven.”

This turn of a familiar phrase, startles us into a basic understanding about life. Life is a process in which we can apply our energies in any direction we choose. We are given a certain amount of time. We can use this time in pursuit of positive or negative interests.

When we expend our energies in meaningless directions, at the end of the week, we are bound to experience a feeling of negation and frustration. But on the other hand, when we fill our days with meaningful and creative endeavors, we feel a sense of well-being and satisfaction, Actually, we could say it this way: In one instance we ‘spend’ our time, and in the other instance we ‘invest’ our time. If we live correctly, then the week is ‘shot to heaven’ in the deepest meaning of the phrase.

Young Israel of Co-op City

Young Israel of Co-op City (lower level of the Dreiser Loop shopping center) is a house of worship that opens its doors every morning from 6 until 7 a.m.

Anyone who wishes to start the daily routine with prayers, during which our spiritual leader, Rabbi Solomon I. Berl, offers a brief Bible teaching is welcome.

On Friday evening, Sabbath services begin at 7 p.m. Saturday morning service starts at 9 a.m. Rabbi Berl delivers

his sermon at 10:30 a.m.

The Rabbi’s class on the Ethics of our Fathers begins one hour before sunset every Saturday afternoon.

For office hours or any information you may seek, feel free to call (718) 671-2300 and leave your name, phone number and a brief message on the synagogue’s answering machine, and your call will be returned as soon as possible.

Come & 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 multiethnic, multi-cultural 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.

Sunday Services – The first Sunday of the month is a bilingual service with communion at 10 a.m. All other Sunday services are as follows: English Service at 9 a.m. and 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.

Sunday School For Children: Every Sunday at 9:15 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.

Classes are for 3yrs – 12 yrs. The curriculum being used will be The Super Book.

Prayer Night (English) & Prayer Morning (Spanish): The Lord said “whenever two or more are gathered in my name I am in the midst of them.”

Matthew 18:20. We will be having a prayer night on Tuesday evenings from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the church building.

Come and bring your prayer needs so we can pray together. Also on Thursday’s mornings at 10:30 a.m. there is prayer until 11:15 a.m. in Spanish.

Family Night: Friday night family

Traditional Synagogue of Co-op City

Traditional Synagogue of Co-op City, Young Israel of Baychester, Section 5 at 120 Erdman Place(behind the Lobby 27B), welcomes you to pray with them. Tel. for the Synagogue 1718-379-6920 Note: New Office Hours are on Thursday from noon to 2 p.m. and on Sunday from noon to 2 pm .

Candle Lighting on Friday, July 4th is at 8:11 pm. Shabbat ends today, Saturday, July 5th at 9:19 pm.

Coming Events: Saturday, July 5th at 9:00 am please join Rabbi Daniel Kronengold and the congregation in prayer. Be part of the Minyon.

NOTE**** Sunday, July 13th Bingo’s at 1:00 pm. Admission $3.00 Refreshments will be served. All are Welcome in our community. Bring a friend, bring a neighbor.

Good and Welfare: Do you need a tree certificate sent “In Honor of” or “In Memory of” a special occasion or a condolence? You can give a living gift for the cost of $15.00 per tree. For more infor-

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Evangelical Church of Co-op City – UMC Open Doors, Open Hearts and Open Minds

Shalom Jewish Funeral Home, Inc. George Farr - Funeral Director

(718) 828-1700 Keeping Tradition Under Rabbinical Supervision

1528 Castle Hill Avenue Bronx, NY 10462 www.shalomjewish.com Services from Our Chapel, Graveside or Synagogue Parking Facilities • Pre-Arrangements

mation you can call the office at 1-718379-6920. We can accommodate you.

Synagogue members we need your donations in order to have a Kiddish at our Shabbot services on Saturday’s.

Please mail in your contributions or bring it to our office on Sunday. Rabbi Kronengold would greatly appreciate your participation in this endeavor.

If you are feeling under the weather, we wish you all a speedy recovery. Get well wishes to Jerry Berlofsky who is now in rehab at Dumont. Mimi Berlofsky welcomes all calls at 347427-4526. A very Happy and Healthy Birthday with many more to come to Mimi Berlofsky and Marty Linder on July 4th, Mike Lubliner on July 5th., Eileen Satinoff , July 13th and Zelda Berkowitz, July 19th.

Have a Happy July 4th holiday weekend.

Wishing all our members health, happiness, peace and prosperity. Your support is always appreciated. Thank you. Shalom —Miriam Berlofsky

night is back. Come and have an enjoyable time for the whole family. Starts at 7:30 p.m. every Friday. Bible Study will be in Spanish or English, whichever you prefer.

Crescendo Christian Music School: Learn piano, guitar, percussion, flute, voice and theory. Contact Maestro Frank Colon at (917) 753-3644. The school will be open from Monday – Friday 2 – 8 p.m.

Private and group lessons are available.

Earlier lessons can be arranged. All ages are welcome. Registration is free and rates are affordable.

CPR Course: On Saturday, July 12th there will be a CPR Class for anyone who would like to get a certification in CPR. The class will start at 9 a.m. and end at 11 a.m. If you are interested please make

sure you are there on time.

Two Day Trip Lancaster, Pa. to see “Joy to the World”: November 21 & 22, 2014. Also included is shopping at Rockville Square Mall & Bird in Hand Farmers Market, Nat’l. Christmas Center + Dinner, Breakfast, Hotel & Transportation. If you are interested please call Barbara at (347) 603-7473, if there is no answer, leave a message. Cost is $240 per person double occupancy, triple occupancy is $232/person, single occupancy is $297 & children 12 or under is $169 and must have 2 adults in the same room. Seats are going fast so get your reservations & deposits/payments in quickly. Remember this is first come first serve.

—Rev. Dr. Milca C. Plaud

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718.239.7110

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Church of the Savior

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Rev. Dr. Robert A. Smith, Jr. Pastor, Lady Theresa M. Smith, CoFounders, Rev. McMillian Assistant Pastor and the Church of the Savior family extend an invitation to every person to worship with us.

We are a non-denominational, inter-racial, inter-cultural, intergenerational fellowship of believers. We care about you, not your W2. We are not church as usual. Come as you are, we leave the judging to God. The Church of the Savior family extends love and affirmation to the Co-op City community; A warm welcome awaits you!! A very special invitation to our new neighbors in Co-op City. We love you for who you are, not what you have. Please call us at 917734-4058 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 920 Baychester Ave (close to Darrow Pl.). Our mailing address is: PO Box 86, Bronx, NY 10475.

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

Divine Worship - 10:30 a.m.

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

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

Dr. Smith’s Sermon Topic: “He’s Our Everything!”

Word from Holy Scripture: Gospel of John 5:19-25.”

Beginning Sun. July 6 - August 31, Summer Worship is at 10:00 a.m. All are welcome to join us for prayer,

sacred music from 9:00-9:40 a.m.

Attire is appropriate casual wear.

Church of the Savior family, First Lady Theresa and Dr. Smith Senior Pastor look forward to meeting you.

Weekly Activities – Bereavement Group is in session Monday evenings at 6:00pm. All sessions are confidential. Every person is treated with respect. Referrals welcome, never a fee, and is nonsectarian!

Bible Study - Tuesday Bible Study & Prayer begins at 1:00 p.m. Feel free to bring your lunch, a friend, or neighbor. Everyone is welcome!

Thursdays at 10:00 a.m. - Channel 70 Bronxnet.

Every other Saturday - Food Pantry. For more information in donating or receiving food, please call 718-925-5052. Because of the increase of persons attending our Food Pantry, we are reaching out to

the community for assistance, Here’s how you can help: WE NEED NONPERISHABLE FOOD. No soda, potato chips, condiments etc... Please check expiration date on all items.

You can drop off your donations at the church Mon. 6:00pm - 8:00 p.m., Tues. 12:30-3:00 p.m. or Sunday morning 9:00 - 10:00. To arrange special drop off time, call Ms. Weir at 347-375-3837. God bless all our donors.

Enjoy discounts exclusively at the Bay Plaza location before the mall officially opens on August 14!

Church of the Savior has shopping passes for the Macy’s Charity Shopping Day on August 9. Passes are $5.00, Call Lady Theresa for your pass TODAY! 718-925-5052.

Thought for the Week: “The Lord loves a cheerful giver, until he/she starts bragging about it.”

—Rev. Dr. Robert A. Smith, Jr.

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

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

The Islamic Cultural Center of North America is honored to be one of the organizations providing religious services for the residents of Co-op City. This also gives us an opportunity to correct rampant misconceptions about Islam and Muslims. These misconceptions are mainly a result of criminally misguided actions of a very small extremist fringe of Muslims who are provided endless media

coverage. These extremists are a minute fraction of over one and a half billion Muslims worldwide.

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

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

“Those who believe (in the Qur’an), and those who follow the Jewish (scrip-

tures), and the Christians and the Sabians,- any who believe in God and the Last Day, and work righteousness, shall have their reward with their Lord; on them shall be no fear, nor shall they grieve”. Holy Quran, Chapter 2, Verse 62.

“What actions are most excellent?

To gladden the heart of human beings, to feed the hungry, to help the afflicted, to lighten the sorrow of the sorrowful, and to remove the sufferings of the injured,” said Prophet Muhammad,

Peace Be Upon Him, in the book of Bukhari.

Co-op City Mosque continues to hold its Friday Congregational Prayer at 177 Dreiser Loop, Room 9, from 1:00-2:00 p.m. Please feel free to join us. For more information, please contact us at: 718-829-2323 or info@islamicculturalcenter.org, or view our website: www.islamicculturalcenter.org.

Peace be unto you, —Sheik Moussa Drammeh

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

Weekly Schedule: Sunday service with Holy Communion and Sunday School are both at 9 a.m. Every 4th Sunday, our children participate in the reading of the lessons and every 5th Sunday, our young adults assist in the service. Bible study is held each Wednesday at 7 p.m. Choir rehearsal is on Thursday at 7 p.m. The (ECW) Episcopal Church Women meet immediately after service on the 1st Sunday of each month. Membership is open to all women of the church and dues are $2.00 per month. We look forward to welcoming everyone at 9:00 a.m. on Sunday, July 6, when we will celebrate The Fourth Sunday after Pentecost.

Church Picnic: Please remember our picnic in the park at Pelham Bay on Saturday, July 26.

Fundraising Event: • The trip to Toronto, Canada, has

been sold out. Thanks for your support.

For those on the payment plan, please remember to make your payments.

• Get ready for an 8-day cruise on the Carnival Splendor, leaving out of New York on August 12, 2015: Grand Turk, Half Moon Cay, The Bahamas and Nassau, with fun days at sea.

Ocean view cabins start at $1,297 and inside cabins start at $1,217, depending on how many persons per cabin. Flyers with more information including a suggested payment plan are available.

Outreach Program: We continue to collect non-perishable food for the feeding program at Grace Episcopal Church in West Farms. Please remember to donate. For additional information on the above, please call the church at 718-320-0844 or visit our website: http://www.stjosephsepcbronx.org “The Lord will watch over your coming and going both now and forevermore.”

(Psalm 121:8) —M Chambers

Co-op City Mosque

St. Joseph’s Episcopal Anglican Church

Co-op City Department of Public Safety (718) 671-3050 •

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