Co-op City Times 07/14/12

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Vol. 47 No. 28

Saturday, July 14, 2012

J-51 credits save Co-op City $2 million in taxes each year

BY JIM ROBERTS An important real estate tax reduction program lowers Co-op City’s tax bill by more than $2 million each year, but legislators in Albany are wrangling over whether to tinker with the law in the future.

And while the current tax breaks Coop City receives under the J-51 program appear safe, future new reductions could be in jeopardy if the state lawmakers and Gov. Andrew Cuomo don’t come to a deal that keeps the tax relief program in place.

Without any J-51 tax reductions, Riverbay would face a $14 million gross annual New York City shelter rent property tax bill each year. But under the program, which gives property owners tax benefits for improvements, Riverbay is receiving the $2 million tax reduction for the work done on the community’s elevators and windows completed in the past few years.

The J-51 program was enacted in 1955 to encourage the owners of residential buildings to upgrade cold water flats by installing heat and hot water system and has since been expanded to include real estate tax benefits for most capital

improvements, certain repairs and conversions of buildings to residential use.

Co-op City pays shelter rent tax, rather than real estate property taxes because of the Mitchell-Lama program.

The shelter rent tax is determined by adding up the rent roll and then deducting utility costs. The shelter rent tax is 10% of that figure and is much lower than a regular property tax bill would be.

The J-51 tax credits for the completed elevator and window work in Co-op City are being given over a period of years, so Riverbay will continue to receive the tax reductions for several years to come. The tax credits for the elevator work, for example, will continue through the year 2020, at an annual reduction of $752,000.

Over the next few years, Riverbay will receive a total of approximately $2.1 million for the window upgrades already done.

According to Barry Zweigbaum of Goldberg, Weprin & Ustin LLP, the law firm that handles the J-51 applications for Riverbay, there is a possibility that potential J-51 tax credits yet to be granted by the city could be in jeopardy if the state (Continued on page 2)

Most of Co-op City’s public areas are WiFi accessible (Story on p.4)

Storage unit rates increase effective August 1, 2012

BY ROZAAN BOONE Beginning next month, the rate for renting a Bargold storage unit will increase by $1 each year going forward, as per Resolution 12-15, which was approved by the Riverbay Board of Directors on March 14.

The Bargold storage units, which are located in the basements, are currently rented to shareholders for $35 to $65 a month, depending on the size of the unit.

However, beginning on August 1, 2012, the rates will go up by $1 each following August, in accordance with Resolution 12-15.

In 1998, Riverbay contracted with Bargold Storage Systems to install 980 storage units in 30 buildings. Those units were rented directly to Riverbay share-

holders at rates varying from $35 to $45 a month depending on size.

In June, 2005, prior to the 7-year Bargold contract expiring that August, the Riverbay Board voted to extend the contract for another 7 years, but this time, approved paying the contractor $10 per month, per storage unit, while taking over administration of the leases and maintenance of the storage rooms. That contract will expire at the ending of this month.

Resolution 12-15, which was submitted by then-Director Bill Gordon, and seconded

by Directors Ray Tirado and Othelia Jones, extends the 2005 contract with Bargold for another 7 years, however, as was the case in 2005, there are some modifications.

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Board, shareholders to discuss HUD loan deal before vote on Wednesday

BY JIM ROBERTS The Riverbay Board of Directors will hold an Open Board Meeting on Wednesday, July 18 beginning at 7:00 p.m. at the Dreiser Community Center Auditorium to discuss the community’s proposed $600 million mortgage refinancing, answer questions from shareholders on the proposal, and then vote on the mortgage loan.

A vote by Board members on Emergency Resolution #12-62 – HUD/FHA Loan Approval with HUD Modifications of By-Laws – will be taken following discussion and questions from the Board, led by Cathy Pharis from Wells Fargo Bank and Riverbay General Counsel Jeffrey Buss, and then questions from the audience.

Questions from the shareholders must be on the mortgage proposal only and will be limited to two minutes each so as many shareholders as possible can ask their questions. The total shareholder question period will last up to 45 minutes.

Under the proposed deal, the federal Housing and Urban Development (HUD) agency will guarantee Riverbay’s $600 million mortgage from Wells Fargo Bank through the

Federal Housing Administration’s (FHA) 223F program. The City and State of New York have agreed to guarantee the first $70 million of the loan.

The HUD-guaranteed Wells Fargo mortgage would drop Co-op City’s mortgage interest rate to 3.5% over the next 35 years of the loan, which will then be paid off. The deal guarantees a set mortgage rate and eliminates concerns over the current New York Community Bank mortgage, which has to be refinanced at potentially much higher rates in 15 years.

The current NYCB mortgage rate rises to 5.75% this October, goes to 6% next July, increases again to 6.25% in 2016 and tops out at 6.5% in 2021 before requiring refinancing in 2026.

The HUD-guaranteed Wells Fargo mortgage at a 3.5% interest rate will save shareholders $14.3 million over the next 20 months and then $10 million to $12 million per year through 2026, for a total savings of $152 million between now and 2026.

Up until August of last year, HUD’s 223F program, which offers low interest 35 year loan guarantees insured by the FHA, was only open to rentals, and (Continued on page 2)

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not condos and cooperatives, such as Co-op City. Riverbay’s Management, working with Wells Fargo, petitioned HUD to open up the program to condos and co-ops, and after an intensive 18 months of negotiations, were finally able to get HUD to agree.

Riverbay then attempted to file for the program, but were unsuccessful since there

appeared to be no interest at HUD, with the size of Co-op City seemingly prohibitive.

In the ensuing months, there were countless attempts by Wells Fargo to familiarize HUD with Co-op City, and its supervisory and financial structures. Last summer, HUD officials even came to Co-op City for a site visit. HUD finally determined that Co-op

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regarding that resolution for 30 minutes before the Board votes.

Following that vote, there will be Second Readings of five resolutions and First Readings of five resolutions followed by a Gallery Session.

(See Page 1 for the entire Agenda for the July 18 Open Board Meeting.)

to address poverty.

According to the report, the J-51 program cost New York City $256 million in lost property tax revenue in 2011.

Even as the cost of the program increased 50% from 2001 to 2011, the number of apartments improved under the project only increased by 7%, the report said. And the apartments being improved aren’t all run-down homes —

some of them are luxury apartments, according to CSS of New York.

In addition to giving owners partial property tax exemptions for capital improvements, the J-51 program also reduces the difference in property taxes paid by Class 2 co-op and condo properties and one-, two- and three-family homes in Class 1 — which are assessed at a lower percentage of market value.

is our hope that we will be able to dramatically reduce the long waiting lists for storage space.”

Apart from the 980 Bargold Storage units in the basements of the residential buildings, shareholders can also rent hall closets which are located on various floors in each residential building. In total, Riverbay leases some 3,009 hall closets at prices ranging from $9.60 -$20 in the Chevrons, $16-$20 in the Triple Cores and $9.60-$26 in the Towers, depending on the size of the units.

In addition to Directors Gordon, Tirado and Othelia Jones, Resolution 1215 was also approved by Board President Helen Atkins, Directors Bernard Cylich, Leah Graham, Tony Illis, Francine Jones, Rev. Calvin E. Owens, Evelyn Santiago, Al Shapiro and Khalil Abdul-Wahhab.

Directors Daryl Johnson and Andrea Leslie voted no.

Hall closet rentals earn the Riverbay Corporation approximately $475,000 annually and the Bargold storage units, more than $300,000 per year.

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Legislature were to change the law.

The state Legislature adjourned this year’s regular session on June 30 without extending the city’s J-51 program and its tax abatement program.

However, according to several published reports, J-51 tax breaks which technically expired on June 30, will not appear as higher tax bills in the new 2012/2013 fiscal year.

The J-51 program is expected to be continued later in the year when the Legislature reconvenes, probably after the November elections.

Passage of the legislation to continue the program before June 30 became entangled in controversy in part by a report by the Community Service Society of New York, a 165-year-old group that does advocacy and research

Storage

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Management recommended, and the Board approved, that the rates be increased $1 per year going forward of which 25 cents will be paid to Bargold, which allows Riverbay to keep the units and to continue leasing them to shareholders who need extra storage space.

The Board also directed Management that any new storage accommodations should be priced the same as similar existing storage units.

Riverbay’s Ombudsman Joe Boiko reported this week that the housing com-

pany has identified more storage space in 6 buildings where the association meeting rooms have been relocated from the basements to alternative space in the rear of the building lobbies.

“In doing so, we have freed up these rooms in which we will create similar storage to the Bargold units,” said Boiko.

“We are presently working with our architect to design each of the space in the six locations and once we have the designs in hand, we will go out to bid to have the units fabricated and installed. It

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City is eligible for the loan guarantee program.

Following the Board vote on the Wells Fargo/HUD/FHA guaranteed mortgage, the Board will discuss Resolution #12-42 – Implement a plan of action for the Power Plant – following a Second Reading of that resolution. Shareholders can ask questions

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2nd Combing ty p Cinext Blood Co-oDrive Farmer’s Market returns Saturdays through Nov. 17 The Farmer’s Market in the park beside the firehouse at the corner of Asch Loop and Aldrich Street began on Saturday, July 7, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., and will continue each Saturday until November 17.

WIC & Seniors’ Farmer’s Market coupons are accepted. This program, which offers fresh fruits and vegetables to the community, is a collaboration of the Riverbay Fund and Harvest Home. Please come out and support our local farmers.

“Tunes on Tuesdays” on Section 1 Greenway The Riverbay Fund is sponsoring Tunes on Tuesdays on the Section 1 Greenway, thanks to funds generated through the community’s generous use of the recycling donation bins.

The concerts will be held from 78 p.m. on Tuesdays throughout the month of July.

The schedule is as follows: July 17 — Swing y Sabor.

July 24 — The Tender Mercies.

July 31 — The Unique Band.

Bring your chairs and come join the fun!

Audition for production of The Wiz Black Forum, in conjunction with the Bronx Children’s Theatre, is planning on staging a production of The Wiz starring the community’s children. The cast requires about 20 young actors and actresses. Auditions will be held beginning the week of August 6 and are open to all school children between 6 and 17 years old.

No experience necessary. Space is limited. Please call 718-320-8035 as soon as possible to register.

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Co-op City youngster wins Arthur Ashe Essay Contest uplifting youth through On Monday, July 9th, the United tennis and education," States Tennis Association, the govsaid Aaron Carnegie, erning body of tennis for the United Executive Director of States, announced 10 year old the Co-op City Tennis Brandon Torres, a Co-op City resiClub. dent, as the grand prize winner of the Brandon will receive Arthur Ashe Essay Contest. a trip to the city for himThis is the first time since the self and a parent/legal Arthur Ashe Essay Contest began 14 guardian; two nights years ago that a Co-op City student stay at the Grand Hyatt has won it. on 42nd Street, and To enter the contest, children were President’s Box tickets asked to write an essay of 350 words to the 2012 Arthur Ashe or less, or create an art piece, Kids’ Day presented by responding to a specific question Hess on August 25 at around Arthur Ashe and his great the Billie Jean King accomplishments. This year’s quesNational Tennis Center. tion was "If Arthur Ashe were alive The weekend will today, what do you think would give Brandon Torres, center, with his proud parents, Rick and Betty. wrap-up with an awards him hope?" A USTA sub-committee luncheon on August 26, hosted by former "We are truly proud to recognize selected the winning essays from over New York City Mayor and USTA Board 10,000 submitted based on their knowlBrandon, this year’s Arthur Ashe Essay & Member David Dinkins, where Brandon edge of Arthur Ashe, message clarity, and Art Contest winner, for his ability to will receive an honorary plaque. writing style. define Ashe’s legacy and his passion for

Twenty-three Zodiac members qualify for USATF Junior Olympics God truly blessed this team!

Recently, we tried to predict who and how many athletes would qualify for the 2012 USATF Junior Olympics and God bless us with more athletes qualifying than we predicted and in some cases, for different events. He is truly in charge!

On Saturday, July 7th and Sunday, July 8th, the Zodiacs competed in the 2012 USATF Regional 1 Championship at the Mitchell Field Complex in Long Island, NY. Region 1 consists of Adirondack, Connecticut, Long Island, Maine, New England and New York. To qualify for the Regional 1 Championship, the athletes had to be in the top 8 in their district meet. Then, to qualify for the Nationals, they had to be in the top 5. The competition was hard, the best track & field athletes from New York to New England were there and the Zodiacs was up for the challenge.

We were blessed with having 23 athletes qualify for 2012 USATF National Junior Olympics. The National Junior Olympic Championships will be held from Monday, July 23rd to Sunday, July 29th at Hughes Stadium, Morgan State University in Baltimore, MD. This is a great accomplishment, and with all the teams competing, Zodiacs may have the most athletes from one team to qualify for the Junior Olympics from Regional 1.

The following athletes qualified: 1) Adaria Reaves, 100m, 200m, Long Jump; 2) Samantha Archer, Shot Put; 3) Kendra Todd, 100 meter race; 4) Jacqueline Kendall, Long Jump; 5) Jaelah Eargle, 80 meter Hurdles; 6) Pearl Webster, Shot Put, Javelin & Discus; 7) Andrea Amoroso, Shot Put,

Joseph Webster, Elijah Harewood, Kuran Scott, Shafik Cintron, Adaria Reaves, Shem Spencer and Pearl Webster, sporting their Regional 1 medals.

Discus, Javelin – Boys; 8) Joshua Nickens, 400 meter race; 9) Joseph Webster, 100 meter race, 200 meter race & 4x100 relay; 10) Jordan Samuels, 100, 4x100 meter race; 11) Kendal Todd, 4x100 meter race; 12) Julian Coley, 4x100 meter race; 13) Alix Scott, 100 meter & 4x100 meter race; 14) Shafik Cintron, 4x100 meter race; 15) Elijah Harewood, 100m & 4x100 meter race; 16) Kuran Scott, 4x100 meter race; 17) Taylor Douglas, 4x100 meter race; 18) Keelan Thomas, 4x100 meter race; 19) Taje Nelson, 4x100 meter race; 20) Shem Spencer, 200 meter & 4x100 meter race; 21) Hugh Fraser, 800 meter run; 22) Kasim Thomas, Long Jump; 23) Xavier

Wajid, 2000 meter Steeplechase.

Zodiacs are going to the Nationals!!!!

Join one of New York’s top track and field teams. We compete all year round in multiple events from Cross Country to Indoor and Outdoor Track and Field meets. Our children learn how to balance sports and education. If you have or know of any children between the ages of 6 and 16, who are looking to utilize track and field to improve their horizon, please contact President Thomas Francis at 718-679-2060 or coPresident Winston Dinkins at 914-4416196, email WATCLT@ AOL.COM or visit our website, www.ZODIACS TRACK.ORG. —W in st on Din k in s

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Most of Co-op City’s public areas are WiFi accessible

BY BILL STUTTIG Cablevision Optimum customers are now able to access the internet and their emails for free through the portable digital devices in most common areas in Co-op City, it was announced earlier this week.

Cablevision technicians have been on site at various times over the past several months installing the necessary hardware to make the service accessible in most common areas, including public rooms of the three community centers.

Riverbay’s Technical Services Director Rick Schmidt has been working with Cablevision technicians over the past several months, planning out the necessary installations and overseeing much of the

work. Schmidt said this week that the common areas in all three community centers are completely Cablevision WiFi accessible along with the outdoor public areas of Sections 1 through 4, including the entire Greenway. The outdoor plaza of the Einsterin Center is also WiFi accessible. Installation on the Section 5 Greenway and adjacent public areas is scheduled to take place the week of July 23rd and that will be the final public area to receive the WiFi. Schmidt said that ground work for the extensive project actually began late last year as Cablevision technicians were on site studying the feasibility of blanketing most of the open areas of Co-op City and

after receiving positive results back then, the actual installation of the necessary equipment began in early spring.

“Cablevision is proud of its long history of providing the residents of Co-op City with the best and most technologically-advanced phone, cable and high-speed Internet services in the marketplace,” Sarah Chaikin, Director of Media Relations for Cablevision, said on Tuesday. “Optimum WiFi, which is now available in select areas of Co-op City, provides Optimum Online customers with the ability to get online quickly and easily when they are away from their wired home or work service. Fast and reliable wireless Internet access is becoming more

and more important, as people use iPads, smartphones and a range of devices that are WiFi-enabled. The ongoing expansion of services, such as Optimum WiFi, will help ensure residents continue to have access to the best services available, now and in the future.”

The Wi-Fi service is available at no additional charge to the Optimum subscribers. Co-op City residents who use Cablevision’s Optimum service for their internet provider on their home computers will now be able to access their emails and go online at faster speeds than standard 3G via their iPhones, iPads, Androids and laptops from most areas in the community outside their homes.

Blood is Urgently Needed - Blood Bank Coming July 31st 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 to please donate. 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. 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 Tuesday, July 31, 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 who has not donated within the last 56 days are eligible blood donors. Those above the age of 75 may donate providing they have a note from their doctor stating that the person may donate. Individuals 16 years of age may donate providing they have a con-

sent form completed by a parent or legal guardian. Consent forms are available at the donation site, or online at www.nybloodcenter.org.

New will be the use of the Alyx System should you choose to use it. The Alyx System allows a donor to donate the same one (1) pint of blood; the difference being that as you donate, the Alyx System will separate your blood 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 conventional 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.

If Arthur Ashe were alive today, what do you think would give him hope?

BY BRANDON LEE TORRES It wasn’t easy for Arthur Ashe. He struggled with many battles such as racial prejudice, AIDS, apartheid, and education. He didn’t let anything stand in his way. He fought for what he believed in, becoming the first African American to win the grand slam tournament.

Arthur Ashe was ten years old when he won his first tennis championship. He worked real hard and studied real hard to accomplish the things he wanted. This included his education as well. He was the first one in his family to finish college. He was a champion in everything he set his heart to do.

I believe the things that would give Arthur Ashe hope if he were alive today was everything he struggled for. He became a role model and opened the doors for minority groups, especially young children. Arthur Ashe started an organization which helps children develop skills academically as well as with the game. This organization is open to all.

The National Junior Tennis and learning organization has tennis classes. Tennis

as we know is a very expensive sport.

Tennis was very popular amongst the wealthy. This organization helps children with lesser means and are able to learn and play the sport, the way Arthur Ashe intended to.

Another thing that would give Arthur Ashe hope would be to find a cure for AIDS. The fact that Arthur Ashe was forced to come out publicly with his disease helped so many of all races who were being outcast. AIDS was the unknown.

This helped educate people and bring awareness to the disease and that as we now know, saved many people’s lives.

I believe if Arthur Ashe were alive the fact so many of his ideas and his fights were accomplished would bring him hope and happiness. He would educate and shed light on hard issues. He would help people to speak out more and try to change things that could be changed. Hard work and determination will always help you achieve the goals you are looking for.

Arthur Ashe would hope that everyone strive and work for what they want, doing it in unity.

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 reasonably 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 1-800-688-0900. 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 information, please contact Joe Boiko at 718-320-3300, Ext. 3409.

“Live and Let Live is Good – Live and Help Live is Better” —J oe Boiko

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Management Report We are implementing a new procedure with respect to how service requests are administered by the Cooperator Services Office and Maintenance Departments. Starting this week in CSO II, the CSO dispatchers will call cooperators to confirm that they are home before sending the utility men to their respective apartment to make repairs. The utility men, in turn, will call the dispatcher after every job to confirm completion and request that the dispatcher contact the next cooperator scheduled to have work done for that day.

The dispatcher will keep a running log of the time that the utility man was dispatched to each apartment and the time that he called to state that each job was completed. These logs will include the nature of the work that was done and by whom so that the supervisory staff can review not only how many work orders were completed each day, but also the number completed by each

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Marion Scott Real Estate, Inc. utility man, the amount of time it took to complete the work and the type of work that was done in the apartments.

The benefit of having the dispatchers call ahead of time to confirm that the cooperator is home, is that it will eliminate having the utility man go to an apartment only to find that the cooperator was not there and as a result could only leave a note under the door asking the cooperator to contact the office to re-schedule an appointment. This may also help to expedite getting the utility men to apartments where residents are waiting for service and may also help to maximize the number of work orders generated on a daily basis.

In addition, the maintenance supervisors will generate daily and weekly

work order count logs of all the various types of service requests handled by the various trades within the Maintenance Department to view, at a glance, the volume of work orders completed in each category from one section to the next. These logs will help the supervisors assess how much work is being done by worker and by section, comparatively.

Management is scheduled to meet with representatives from the City of New York’s Department of Environmental Protection and Department of Transportation regarding the street depressions that exist at several locations throughout the development on Monday, July 16th.

These depressions cause water to pond along these streets for days on end, creating an unhealthy and unsanitary condition because the water becomes stagnant. The most noticeable areas where this takes place is at the Alcott Place, Broun Place and

Benchley Place cul de sacs, in addition to Einstein Loop near the community center.

This meeting is actually a continuation from previous meetings and discussions held with city officials about various conditions that currently exist or existed throughout the complex, before we initiated discussions and the city agencies agreed to correct.

Fortunately, these meetings have helped to establish a very good working relationship with city agencies. In fact, the idea of meeting as a group is to determine what should be done to correct these conditions and by whom, as each condition may differ based upon location. The work that was done along Bellamy Loop and Casals Place was wonderful and we are pleased to have this meeting take place in order to expedite similar repairs at these new locations. We will keep the community informed of our progress in this regard.

Broun Place Townhouse Association Greetings, neighbors.

Because of the word limitations allowed in printing our articles, I was unable to give you all the information that transpired at our meeting on Thursday, June 28th. Ms. Carolyn Nathaniel won the $25 Applebee’s Gift Card and Mr. Burros won the 50/50. Congratulations to both of you.

I will attempt again to print an issue of the “ Broun Place Townhouse News Bulletin” within the next month or so. It will be the final issue. I hope that all of our neighbors who have had a special event, be it a birthday, wedding, birth of a child/grandchild, graduation of a family member, recipe, joke, etc., will submit the information to me to be printed. In any event, it will be printed with any articles I receive. You can submit them by email or by placing them in my mailbox.

I recently learned of the death of Mr. David Garcia’s mother. We offer our condolences and prayers to him and his family.

As stated in my last article, new elections will take place in September, 2012.

All Executive Board positions are open: President, Vice President, Secretary, and Treasurer. Over the summer, I hope that many of you will consider running for one of the positions of your choice. All new neighbors are especially invited to attend the September meeting (and as many Association meetings as you can), to participate in the election. It will give you the opportunity to meet your neighbors and possibly run for one of the positions. We must uphold an Association with full participation in order to maintain high standard quality of life issues in our community.

Again, I must thank the Executive Board for their support and loyalty.

Please enjoy the summer break you so richly deserve. I also wish all our neighbors, not just in Broun Place, but the entire community, a healthy, happy and safe summer.

If you observe any suspicious activity

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or anti-social behavior, contact Public Safety at 718-671-3050 and the NYPD at 9-1-1.

We pray for a speedy recovery for all our neighbors experiencing health challenges and to the homebound. We send condolences also to anyone who has lost

a loved one. Congratulations to those celebrating a birthday or a special event. You can email us at brounplaceassoc@ hotmail.com.

Be good to yourself and everyone else; after all, it will not cost you anything!

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Letters To The Editor

Shareholders get 10 minutes to ask questions on $.6 billion HUD loan To t h e E d it or : The Riverbay Board will vote to accept a $.6 Billion HUD mortgage on July 18.

The Directors agree to allow shareholders to ask some questions prior to a vote that they apparently have already decided on.

Shareholders are being asked to: • Listen to a presentation by Wells Fargo/HUD, then analyze the terms of the mortgage (NOT yet published in the Times).

• Create a logical question on strings attached to the HUD loan (that may not be in the presentation) and get a response that could change the minds of one or

more Directors—that would have to be one or more good questions.

This is like the Health Care Law when we were told we had to approve it before we could find out what was in it.

I’d like to know what freedom we as shareholders and future Board of Directors are giving up. Will a future Board vote for 3% carry charge increase only to have HUD insist on 6%, and the Board tell shareholders we tried, like last year? HUD could decide we must, at our cost, fix safety items not required by city or state building codes.

I know that the Directors think that they know all, and are acting in shareholders’ best interest. However, they are not interested enough to ask the shareholders to vote for it, because they may lose.

The article then tells us that the final details have not yet been decided on. I, as a shareholder, would like to see the final document prior to allowing the Board to vote to accept the mortgage. Voting for something they have not read, and which could affect the shareholders’ rights, is a bad idea.

—Br u ce Git elson

Capt. Chesley Sullenberger (Sully) safely landed a plane in the Hudson River after it and Canada geese crossed paths.

Individuals who are repulsed by bird droppings seized the incident as an opportunity to wage war against the geese.

Although Sully has said that air collisions can be eliminated by not building garbage dumps that attract birds near airports, the avian haters continue their campaign against the birds. Wouldn’t it be ironic and tragic if in Co-op City’s crusade to encourage the birds to go elsewhere, they actually end up in the path of a plane that will not fair as well as Sully’s jet?

Co-op City is cleaning droppings with special vacuum cleaners and spraying the lawns to discourage the birds from land-

ing here. Instead of spraying, we should first determine the effectiveness of the cleaning. Besides, according to studies, children who live in farm communities, surrounded by animal waste, have less health problems than children who live in an overly sanitary environment, and I fear that spraying alleged safe chemicals may be more hazardous than the feces, impacting negatively on us and the wildlife.

Another non-toxic solution is to walk around the natural fertilizer or remove our shoes before entering our homes.

Instead of deciding to eliminate the geese based on complaints from the more outspoken citizens, Management should allow all cooperators a mail-in vote.

—Carmen Rosa

Modern day blockbusting To t h e E d it or : Times haven’t gone too well for the real estate fueled group who have clawed for the privatization of Co-op City. Lately, they have advocated for bizarre and outlandish ideas for our Mitchell-Lama treasure that are aimed at destabilizing our community and causing chaos that would drive people to sell their apartments and move out. That, of course, is good for the real estate crowd—a modern day take on block-

busting.

Having lost steam in the last Riverbay Board election, with a privatization pusher not reelected, and a new candidate who opposed privatization elected handily, the privatization zealots have gotten inventive. First, they said, “Let’s get rid of the Board of Directors.” That idea hasn’t caught on, so they are now saying, “Let all dogs come here.” That doesn’t seem to be catching on, even with a few privatization pushers.

Derek Alger Director of Communications

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The Canada Geese problem To t h e E d it or : One of Co-op City’s charms is the suburban-like environment that transforms it into a NYC oasis. When I moved here twenty-five years ago, it was a pleasure to stroll along the gardens and walkways and catch a glimpse of a rabbit, ducks swimming in wetlands of the now transformed Bay Plaza, or a family of Canada geese that made bus drivers pause to admire them. After the discovery of the West Nile virus, preventive spraying and further development, much of the wildlife has diminished or disappeared. I see it as a loss for our community because they were part of what made Co-op City special.

Fast forward to January 15, 2009, when safety expert and U.S. Airways

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Look for more of the same badadvice ideas.

I trust cooperators will not be fooled, even as the ideas become more and more desperate. Just let’s sit in our air conditioned apartments with decent carrying charges, new windows, beautiful gardens, on the spot maintenance, tri-generation power plant, wonderful shopping, many clubs and houses of worship, and just smile.

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Public Safety Report CCPD offers “Are You Okay?” Program to residents who live alone

BY LIEUTENANT PAM APOLLO The Co-op City Department of Public Safety has offered the “Are You Okay?” program to residents of the community for more than 20 years. The very successful program, also known by its initials of “R.U.O.K.,” is offered to persons over the age of 60, disabled persons or homebound individuals. The “Are You Okay?” program has been responsible for numerous life saving interventions during the time that it has been in effect. The program is free of charge to Co-op City residents.

Lt. Jeffrey Bowman was responsible for the initiation of the program, as well as maintenance and updating of the system. Each year, the computer generated program makes more than 10,000 calls and issues more than 100 alerts requiring additional follow up. If notification that the participant is not scheduled to be home has not been received, an officer is dispatched to the apartment to ensure the well being of the participant.

The “Are You Okay?” program calls residents at a scheduled time between 5:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. The resident is requested to press a number on their tele-

phone keypad to register that they have received the telephone call. If the first call is not received, two more attempts are made. After the third call, an alert is issued to the Public Safety dispatchers who take steps to ensure that the resident receives assistance, if necessary.

Signing up for the program requires that participants leave a copy of all keys to their apartment with one or more trusted neighbor, relative or friend who resides in Co-op City. It also requires that several emergency contact persons are listed on the application. In the event that an emergency contact with keys cannot be reached, it may be necessary to force entry into the participant’s apartment. Advising the Department of Public Safety of absences, updated emergency contacts and availability of spare sets of keys, minimize the chance of having entry forced. It is important for all residents to make sure they have updated emergency contact information on file even if they do not wish to participate in this program.

Signing up for the program is easy.

Applications are available at Co-op City’s senior citizen programs. The applications

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

On Thursday, July 19, 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 ReducedFare 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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will also be available at various community functions such as the Tuesday night concerts. “Are You Okay?” applications are always available at Co-op City Department of Public Safety’s mobile command center. You can contact Lt. Jeffrey Bowman at Public Safety at (718) 320-3300, Extension 3339 for more information or to register for the program.

Even though the 4th of July has come and gone, residents may be tempted to use some leftover fireworks. Using consumer fireworks in Co-op City, New York City or anywhere is dangerous and may also be illegal. New York City put in effect a Zero Tolerance policy regarding the sale or use of illegal fireworks within the limits of New York City. Here in Coop City, the Zero Tolerance laws are enforced by both the New York City Police Department and the Co-op City Department of Public Safety. Co-op City residents are also subject to receiving a Community Complaint if they are arrested by any police agency within the geographical confines of Co-op City.

Residents are also reminded that barbequing is not permitted on any of the

public areas of Co-op City. Strict guidelines set forth by the New York City Fire Department are in effect for barbequing only on terraces or townhouse patios.

Propane tanks are strictly prohibited by the New York City Fire Department in any multiple family dwellings. Residents are also reminded that Bike Riding is not permitted near buildings, in shopping malls or anywhere else signs prohibiting bicycle riding are posted.

The Public Safety Department would like to remind everyone to stay safe this summer, especially near pools, beaches and other bodies of water. Unguarded beaches and pools are a threat to children, as well as adults.

Always remember, if you see something, say something. Call 9-1-1 and the Department of Public Safety at (718) 671-3050 or online at www.ccpd.us.

Callers may remain anonymous when giving information. The Co-op City Department of Public Safety would like to thank all persons who have called in suspicious activity. It is by your actions that the crime rate remains low and a high quality of life is maintained.

Public Safety Blotter: July 3 - July 5 J u ly 05, 100 C a r ver L oop CCPD officers responded to assist NYPD officers who were affecting an arrest when an unruly crowd formed.

One male was arrested and issued a summons for disorderly conduct after he refused to leave the area when instructed.

J u ly 03, 100 Alcot t P la ce CCPD officers responded to assist NYPD detectives who were affecting an arrest when an unruly crowd formed.

Five individuals were arrested and charged with various infractions ranging

from disorderly conduct to Obstruction of Governmental Administration. Several persons were also injured, including three officers who were treated and released.

J u ly 03, 140 Deb s P la ce CCPD units responded and found two males involved in a dispute.

Officers separated the males, instructed them to leave the area. The males refused and were arrested and charged with disorderly conduct.

J u ly 03, 99 Bella my L oop A complainant reported his car was stolen from the garage.

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Are You Okay Today?!

Are you concerned about being home alone? Do you worry that you might not be able to get help if you had an accident or a health challenge? Even in a community of over 55,000 people, an individual can be out of touch and unseen even by their closest neighbors.

The “Are You Ok” program is a free service provided by the Co-op City Department of Public Safety that is designed to connect with seniors, the home-bound, those with disabilities, or latch-key children on a daily basis to assure their status and well being.

Director Ray Tirado mentioned the program in his viewpoint (CC Times, 06/16/12). He stated that participation is low. Director Evelyn Turner mentioned her concerns about the program in a recent conversation. Ray, Evelyn, and I agree that this is an excellent program that can benefit many people.

The “Are You Okay” program was originally designed as a community service project for the town of Sage, Iowa. Co-op City wa s th e fir st h ou sing cor por a tion to u tilize th e pr ogr a m.

The “Are You Okay” program provides an effective method for reaching out to individuals who are alone and may require a daily status check or assistance with a personal emergency. Since its startup back in September of 1991, the program has saved several lives.

Program subscribers receive a daily call on their home phone at a time that

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they choose – anytime between the hours of 5 a.m. and 11 a.m. Call messages can be in languages other than English (Spanish, Yiddish, etc.). If the subscriber (cooperator) answers the call, they are logged into the system as “Ok.” If no one answers after nine (9) rings, the system hangs up and re-dials the number a short time later. If the second call goes unanswered, the program automatically notifies the Public Safety dispatcher with an on-screen “Alert” and the cooperator’s file containing emergency contact information is then displayed on screen. The emergency contact information may include phone numbers of a doctor, family member, friend, trusted neighbor, or member of the clergy.

In addition to telephone numbers, cooperators are requested to – if possible - leave a key with a trusted person that they trust so that Public Safety officers can gain access if required. When an Alert is activated, Public Safety will first attempt to contact the designated

person in the cooperator’s profile. If a key has been left with a family member or trusted neighbor here in Co-op City, that person will provide access and accompany Public Safety personnel into the cooperator’s home. In the event that no key has been left, an emergency entrance will be carried out; the intent being to assure the cooperator’s well being.

The “Are You Ok” system is a “winwin-win” program: win #1 – the cooperator’s status and well being are checked on a daily basis (the upgraded system allows up to two calls per day); win #2 – family and friends will have greater peace of mind knowing that the status and security of their loved one is being monitored, and win #3 – individuals can better enjoy an independent living style knowing that a daily connection will be made.

The “Are You Ok” program is available to any Co-op City resident 60 years of age or older, to seniors who live alone, to senior couples, or to seniors that reside with a family, but are alone most of the time due to the school or work schedules of family members.

The service is FREE to Co-op City residents. It is one more benefit of living in Co-op City. If you are you interested in learning more about the “Are You Ok” program for yourself or for someone that you know, please contact

the Public Safety Dispatcher’s nonemergency line at 718-320-3300 or via the Public Safety Web Page at www.ccp d .u s.

L ook Ar ou n d a n d Sm ile Director Al Shapiro and I, respectively Chair and co-Chair of the Construction Committee, participated in the meetings that Management had with the various city and state agencies. We especially want to thank the Bronx Department of Transportation (DOT) for resolving the long-standing street hazards in Casals Place and Bellamy Loop. Thank you, sincerely, Commissioner Moran, for your cordiality, focus and effective action.

Additionally, the cleanups along Baychester Ave. next to I-95 by the State Thru-way Authority and down Co-op City Boulevard adjacent to the Hutchinson River by the New York City Department of Parks has added additional beauty to our community.

This summer, cooperators have more reasons to enjoy our beautiful, comfortable, affordable, and secure community. I love living in Co-op City.

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Let’s get this loan We’re just about ready to get a $600 million loan. Therefore, I would like for everyone to please participate and get to know what’s going on here.

Hey, we could improve so many things here if we could get everyone to participate.

Wells Far go / H UD L oa n Have you ever been to a Board meeting? No? Then I would like for you to please think about attending our Board meeting in Dreiser this Wednesday, July 18, at 7:00 p.m.

Now, we’ve held a few open Board meetings recently and things went reasonably well, considering all things. So, we’re going to discuss a $600 million refinancing loan from Wells Fargo, with the backing from HUD, at this meeting. With this new refinancing loan, we’re going to save millions of dollars annually from our current loan with NY Community Bank.

Now, if you’ve been reading this newspaper and this column, you’ll see this— we have done our best to keep the community informed about several aspects of this loan. And now, it’s time to take things further, and let you voice your own comments and concerns. Therefore, please accept our invitation and please join us to learn more about this loan. Now, just so that you’ll know, any additional terms of this loan will not be hidden from you. And please know that I will review these loan documents and I will make sure that you are well informed about what’s going on.

4t h of J u ly Fir ewor ks I would like to thank all of our cooperators, the many city agencies, the fireworks company, Michelle Sajous, the

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Riverbay Fund, our Board members, our Management team, and all of our employees for making the fireworks show a huge success. People brought out their family, friends, tables, chairs, blankets, and food items. And, they had a very good time.

Now, this is what we need to do as a community.

Commu n it y E ven ts Now, just so that you’ll know, there are several members on this Board who are working to get new community programs into Co-op City. And, we’re going to make sure that we get them here. However, please, let’s do our part as parents and make sure that we get our young ones into a school or some type of job training program before the Fall begins.

Now, there are many free job training programs that are listed online for our young adults. And, you can find several of these free programs by simply typing “free job training programs in NYC” in the search field.

Now, apart from the negativity in the media, all of us can still make improvements in our lives. Therefore, I want to encourage everyone here to stay positive, give up the alcohol and drug abuse, and stop following negative influences and negative people.

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Co-op City Department of Public Safety and the Riverbay Fund will set up a Collection Box at the Main Entrance to Public Safety, across from the Administrative Offices of Riverbay Corp. at 2049 Bartow Avenue.

This Drive Will End on August 24, 2012.

Thereafter, please make a strong determination to stop making excuses, get into a job training program and move on with your life and your career.

Wat er Safet y - Ar e th ey comin g h om e?

Please think about this question before you go to the beach or to an area where a pool is located. Now, have you heard about the many recent cases of children who have lost their lives because they climbed into a pool, without adult supervision? This is completely crazy.

Now, I debated on whether I should write about this topic. However, I was at a beach recently and a man lost his life while being in the water. Now, this is very sad, right? Well, as soon as the authorities raced this man from the beach, a lifeguard had to rescue a young boy that was unsupervised. Then, another man decided to swim out far away from the lifeguard stations, despite this event.

Hey, life is about making choices.

However, we need to practice proper water safety and think about our own lives, our family, and the many people who care about us before we jump, or let our kids jump into any body of water.

Okay, I want to see everyone here have a great summer. However, I do want to see you after the summer is over. So, everyone, please be careful and watch your kids and your family members when you go to the beach or to a place where a pool is located.

Dogs Everyone, please follow the law and the rules in regards to dogs being here so that we can run this place in an orderly

manner.

Now, lots of cooperators are complaining about dog droppings here. So, please respect and follow the law and our regulations in regards to dog droppings. By the way, what will you do if a neighbor calls our Public Safety force on you, and they pull up a video of you, and they issue a large community complaint to you for not cleaning up after your dog?

Everyone, please remember that we have over 600 cameras here. And, these cameras are in the elevators, the lobbies, the basement, and all over this community. So basically, all of your actions are being recorded as soon as you leave your apartment.

Bottom line: I want all of us to have a good life here. However, we need your cooperation to keep this place up. So, please work with us.

Close Please be assured that I will work with everyone here to make Co-op City a much better place to live. Therefore, please, let’s work together for our success.

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. (There should not be any problems with this e-mail address if it is typed correctly.) And, finally, you can call me at 718-671-4544.

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

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Something for everyone Thank you so much Community Relations Department, Michelle Sajous, Director. What we shareholders have observed is that your job extends beyond 9 to 5 and many times you must concede your weekend in order for us to enjoy an array of indoor and outdoor activities. We are particularly grateful because we know of the many demands on your weekend and evening time. The same goes for our Safety Department who makes sure Safety staff is present at all our events.

At the recent “Health Fair,” a shareholder brought to my attention the rudeness of one of our handicapped shareholders using a wheelchair. We both observed a shareholder wheeling to the front of the line, cutting others off without the courtesy of asking permission or saying excuse me. Most shareholders have no problems respecting the rights of our handicapped population. However, we all should agree that acting respectfully regardless of a person’s special need is the right thing to do. Additionally, running into someone with a wheelchair could cause an unnecessary accident/incident.

A special thanks to our Garage Department for adding “Speed Bump Strips” in Garage # 7. Some shareholders tend to drive too fast when entering and exiting the garage.

Drivers appear to continue to drive against directional arrows and a recommendation would be to make the arrows larger or with lights. We should not wait for a tragedy before exploring if there is new, more updated equip-

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ment available to use as directional arrows.

Maybe some shareholders have poor vision. Additionally, at our June Board meeting, I recommended that shareholders should be able to get a pass beyond 11 p.m. for special events. During the winter months, shareholders from other Sections participate in events at Dreiser Auditorium that usually last until 1 or 2 a.m. in the morning. It was recommended that the word “extended” be added. What this mean is that shareholders should plan ahead with the Garage Department if you are not in your assigned garage and will be staying beyond 11 p.m. for special events.

You will need a visible permission pass to avoid having your automobile towed. The courtesy parking privilege is subject to the reasonable rules of the Director of the Garage Department and may be revoked or extended for any valid reason including but not limited to inclement weather, overcrowding, construction, maintenance and/or abuse.

At the end of May, the total rented garage spaces was 10,002. We had 661

vacant spaces at the end of May, with Garage #5 having the most. If you observe a derelict vehicle parked in your garage, you should notify the Director, Warren Mitchell, for followup for this 24/7 operation.

Shareholders are urged to attend the upcoming Open Board Meeting on July 18. We must make some critical long range decisions that will affect this development for years to come.

Reportedly, in order to accommodate the HUD guarantee loan process, the outside auditors began their work to audit the Riverbay Corporation in May and were on site late in May. We are targeting the final release of Riverbay Corporation financials by the end of June. Following that, will be the audit of the Riverbay Fund, Pension Plans and 401K Plan. Work has continued each month with Wells Fargo towards securing a HUD guaranteed refinance. This Open Board meeting will allow shareholders an opportunity to ask any question they have about this critical decision SO M E T H I NG F O R E VE RYO NE A Memorandum was submitted to Management requesting follow-up with New York City Parks Department to see if we can apply for funds for an Adult Playground like the one recently installed at Macombs Dam Park.

According to the news, the city plans to extend Adult Playgrounds to other areas in the city. We pay city taxes and should get some type of consideration. This would solve the issue of having something for everyone in our community. A Plan B would be to gather information

about the company that installed the equipment at Macombs Dam Park and explore obtaining some of the equipment for our adults. We have equipment for the very young and seniors in Section 5. What about the older youth and young able bodied adults who want to work out outside? I will report back to shareholder once this suggestion is addressed. Shareholders are encouraged to also inquire.

My sincere appreciation to shareholders who have called/and or volunteered to work on other initiatives for our youth. As we evolve, we will report back to shareholders.

Shareholders are encouraged to enroll in the “Are You Okay” Program. Please call Public Safety at 718-320-3330 for further information. Many shareholders don’t want to admit that they have friends and family who are too busy to check on them on a daily basis. If you are a senior and live alone, you cannot go wrong with this confidential service. Let’s face it; this younger generation is not the same as past generations who believed in keeping elders at home. It is my experience that they are quick to suggest a nursing home rather than give up space in their own home. This program will allow you to sta y a t h ome a lone a s long a s it’s sa fe for you to do so. Somebody will be checking on you daily. So just call, it’s free.

Continue to share your concerns and questions; your agenda is my agenda. I may be reached at Evelyn M. Turner, evelyntinez@aol.com or 718-3208088.

American Legion Post 1871 Greetings to all of our Post members who are home-bound and recovering from various medical operations. We wish you a speedy recovery.

Happy birthday to all of our Post members who have a birthday in the month of July: Edward Alonzo, Joan R. Davis, Leonard O. Asher, James I. Cook, Norman E. Dallas, Angelo L Martinez, Sidney V. Richards, Gregory A. Parris, Wilbert R. Surphils and Jose A. Santana, Jr. If I don’t have your name down for this month, contact me ASAP and it will be in the next issue of the Co-op City Times.

Our Post is located in the Section 5

Community Center, 135 Einstein Loop, Room 41. Our office number is 718-3208165 and you can also reach us by e-mail at post1871@optimum.net.

All Military retirees, mark this date on your calendar—Once again, Retiree Appreciation Day will be here again in October 27th, Saturday, at Ft. Hamilton.

This is the place to get all of your new information that you will need and a chance to ask questions about anything pertaining to your retirement. The contact number is 718-630-4552.

If you go to the VA Hospital at the James Peters VA Hospital every year, you

have a chance to get your eyes checked to receive your “FREE” eye glasses.

Remember, you only get one set of eyes and good vision is what allows the perception of colors, shapes and sights of the world. People who wear eyeglasses or contact lenses constitute 81% of the population, but one out of five hasn’t seen an eye doctor or eye-care specialist in more than two years. So, my fellow Legion friends of Post 1871, I hope you had your eyes checked this year.

Post 1871 has finally put up our flat screen TV on the wall—all 51 inches of so. Post members, don’t be afraid to stop

by and catch a movie or two in your spare time. Then, after the movie, play a few games of pool on our regulation pool table. The hot season is here so drink lots of water so that you won’t get dehydrated or have a heat stroke…just a reminder, folks.

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This information was provided by the post information officer.

—R ich a r d I . L a wson, J r.

Co-op City Seventh-Day Adventist Church All eyes gazing up from the Greenway last Tuesday were fixed to the sky with the fireworks display for the fourth of July celebration. The thrill of experiencing the booms and spectacle of the magnificent fireworks display evoked the teachings of Christ’s return to earth for the second time.

“And I saw heaven opened, and behold a white horse; and he that sat upon him was called Faithful and True, and in righteousness…” Rev. 19:11. KJV. “For as the lightning cometh out of the east, and shineth even unto the west; so shall also the coming of the Son of man be.” Mat 24:27, KJV. As Seventh Day Adventists, we believe in the second coming of Christ and live to make preparation of his people by carrying out his commission to help each other. We thank all those who came out to the Health Fair this past Sunday. We will endeavor to

share this precious health message to all who are interested. Please call and make reservations for the cooking school to be held later this month. The material fee for this cooking class will be $10. If you are interested in learning more about the history and the people of the Co-op City SDA Church and the history of the Jewish work in New York, you are welcome to purchase a dedication journal at a discounted rate.

We invite the community to attend our Annual Singles Day Celebration this Sabbath, July 14th, starting at 9:30 a.m.

The Singles Ministries depart chose the theme is “A reflection of Him.” Come and be blessed.

C o-op C it y SDA Bet ter L iving Hea lt h & Fitness E du ca t ion C ent er • Children’s Exercise Program, Sundays, 11:00— 12:00 p.m.; Free

• Adult Exercise Program, Sundays, 12:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m.; Free We have an active Disabilities Ministry.

Our church is designed with the disabled in mind. Please ask us about disabilities fact sheets featuring information for children and adults. Please tell us how we may best accommodate your needs.

Br ea d M inistr y: Pick up on Saturdays between (2:30 p.m.—3:30 p.m.). Please take one for a neighbor.

Used C lothes Dr ive: The Children’s Department of Co-op City SDA are requesting donations for either used or new children’s clothing to be given to the needy in the community.

Weekly Wednesday Prayer Meeting at 7:30 p.m.

Sa tu r da y: • Sabbath Worship Services, 9:30 a.m.

and 11:00 a.m.

• Afternoon Bible Studies at 3:00 p.m.

• Children’s Story Hour every 3rd Sabbath of each month at 3:00 p.m.

• Adventist Youth program at 5:00 p.m.

• A pot luck luncheon is usually served after services on Sabbath in our fellowship hall. Please join us in refreshments and fellowship.

The Co-op City SDA Church is located at 1010 Baychester Ave., Bronx, NY 10475. Pastor Okezie Erondu can be reached at 718-320-0518. You can reach us on the web at www.CoopCitySDA Church.org.

I have come that they may have life, and that they may have it more abundantly. John 10:10, New King James Version (NKJV) —C h er yl C . Silver a

Advertising works! Call 718.320.3300, Ext. 3384 for our affordable rates.

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African American Association of Co-op City The following are some of the ongoing programs sponsored and/or supported by the Association and we encourage you to participate: Summ er Yoga & Pila tes M at Classes – By popular demand, summer Yoga & Pilates Mat Classes have been added for the month of July. The dates are Tuesdays, July 17th, 24th and 31st at 7:00 p.m., in Dreiser Center, Room 2. This class consists of exercises to promote weight loss, tone and strengthen muscles, gently stretch the spine, improve posture and flexibility while reducing stress with breathing techniques and meditation, to create a sense of well being. Call 718-671-8364. All are welcome.

C om p u t er /L a pt op C lasses – Second summer class on July 23rd at 7:00 p.m. in

Dreiser Center, Room 15. You will learn about Microsoft Word, the Internet, E-mail, Facebook, Skype, and whatever you need help with. Bring your laptop and $5.

E d uca t ion – The Per Ankh AfricanCentered Study Group will meet on Monday, July 16th at 7:00 p.m., Dreiser Center, Room 15. The topic of discussion will be the “Metu Neter.” On August 20th, we will review the language of KiSwahili. On September 17th: All the nations on the African continent. Our knowledge of classical African history is essential for the survival of people of color.

The group is led by Brother Kaba Hiawatha Kamene, a/k/a Dr. Booker T. Coleman, a retired educator. All are welcome. Call 718379-5555.

Final Vigil for Ra ma r ley Gr a ha m – The final vigil and march will occur on Thursday, July 19, 5:00 p.m. sharp. All will gather at 749 East 229th Street (nr. White Plains Rd.) for prayer, music, memorial, speeches, etc. and the march will commence at 6:30 p.m. All are welcomed to join us in this fight for justice.

On June 13, Officer Richard Haste, who shot and killed Ramarley, was indicted at the Bronx Courthouse, but arraigned on $50,000 bail. Hundreds of family members, friends and supporters attended the Pre-Father’s Day gathering at the Graham home in the Wakefield section of the Bronx, including the father of Sean Bell and the son of Kenneth Chamberlain whose loved ones were killed by police. The Graham family’s friends and sup-

porters were prominent at the Father’s Day March. The trial will begin on September 13th and your presence is desired in the courtroom.

The Association will continue its vigilance.

Gener a l Member ship M eeting – The next meeting: Saturday, September 8, 4:00 p.m., Dreiser Center, Room 15. Bring your ideas and suggestions and, if approved, we will make it happen. If you cannot attend, you may send your membership check or money order (DO NOT MAIL CASH) of $15 for a single membership and $25 for families to: African-American Association of Co-op City, P.O. Box 702, Co-op City Station, Bronx, NY 10475. Your membership helps to support this organization that sustains our community.

—Fr a ncine R . J ones

Co-op City Branch of the NAACP Thank you to everyone who attended the July 7th rehearsal and sign-up session for the September 29th Co-op City Branch NAACP Luncheon and Fashion Show Extravaganza held this past Saturday. All who signed up and new candidates were expected to attend. All models should remember to bring their 2” heels to all future rehearsals. Renowned Fashion Producer, Mr. Christian Ruart, was there to assist. The Fashion Show contributors include these designers and more: Isolife.NYC.com; Coogie.com, Raif Atelier, Leslie Monique, Willie Kloss and Wendy Williams. For event tickets, call L. Townes at (718) 379-3504. Everyone is asked to sell a minimum of two tickets and ten raffle books. They may be obtained by calling J. Brown at (718) 671- 8915.

The Freedom Fund Committee needs

everyone selling advertising for the journal.

Journal forms may be obtained by calling E. Donnley at (718) 379-1297 and M. McCants at (718) 671-9689.

Purchase tickets early for the NAACP Luncheon and Fashion Show Extravaganza, a sell-out is expected. The program includes the luncheon, fashion show, DJ and live entertainment. The tickets are $85pp.

Those who have signed up to participate will be contacted directly for future rehearsals. An incentive will be awarded to those selling three tables of tickets or more.

This week was the National Convention of the NAACP in Houston, Texas. Ms. Roslyn Brock, National Chairperson, spoke on, “The Face of Hope”. She delivered the following message, “For more than a century the NAACP and our hundreds of thousands of members in communities around

the country have been the face of hope for this nation. Our very mission—to ensure the political, educational, social, and economic equality of rights of all people—is the embodiment of the hope of America.”

Ms. Brock went on, “This next century requires perseverance and strength in mission.” She added, “The goals for the future of the NAACP are first and foremost: Economic sustainability. We will ensure every person has an equal opportunity to achieve economic success, sustainability, and financial security.”

• “Education. We will fight until every child has access to a free, high quality, public pre-K through grade 12 education.

• Health. We intend for everyone to have equal access to affordable, high-quality health care. Racially disparate health outcomes will end.

• Public safety and criminal justice. We will make sure that every person is treated fairly and with dignity by the criminal justice system. Disproportionate incarceration, racially motivated policing, and racially biased sentencing will end. And the death penalty will be abolished in the United States of America.

• Civic engagement and participation.

We will see to it that every American has free, open, equal, and protected access to the vote, and fair representation at all levels of the political process.”

For news or to contact us, write the Coop City Branch of the NAACP, P.O. Box 75-3111, Einstein Station, Bronx, NY 10475 or evalazaar@gmail.com.

This press release is submitted with the approval of President Jeannette Graves.

—E va L a za a r

Black Forum Au d it ion for p r od u ct ion of Th e Wiz Black Forum, in conjunction with the Bronx Children’s Theatre is planning on staging a production of The Wiz, starring the community’s children. The cast requires about 20 young actors and actresses.

Auditions will be held beginning the week of August 6 and are open to all school children between 6 and 17 years old. No experience necessary. Space is limited. Please call 718320-8035 as soon as possible to register.

Bla ck Sp ect r u m T h ea t r e in C o-op C it y Black Forum is sponsoring the Black Spectrum Theatre’s Poetry in Motion on Thursday, July 19, at 7 p.m. on the Section 5 Greenway. Two or three Co-op City residents will be given the opportunity to read original works during the program, but you must be pre-registered. Please call (718) 320-8035.

Defen sive Dr ivin g su sp en d ed The Black Forum defensive driving course will resume in September.

Going to Aqueduct, Aug. 10 We are going to Aqueduct Casino on Friday, August 10. Pick-up: 12:30 p.m. sharp - front of the Dreiser Rehab Center; 12:45 p.m. - Bingo hall at Bartow; 1 p.m. - front of Einstein Center. Cost: $20, $10 rebate. Call today, seats are filling up fast: (718) 320-8035.

Leave a message if no answer with your phone number; and we will get back to you.

F ood d ist r ibu t ion a t E va n gelica l C h u r ch We will be distribution food once a week at the Evangelical Church located at 2350 Palmer Avenue, Rev. Dr. Milca Plaud, Pastor. Look out for more details.

Bla ck For u m Aer ob ics in session Aerobics classes have begun. Classes

are held every Monday and Wednesday, Dreiser, Aud. A, 7:30 p.m. To register, please call (718) 320-8035. Nominal fee for each class.

Bla ck F or u m ’s Lyon s M a n e Tr a ck C lu b Try-outs are ongoing. A small fee is required for participation. For further information, or to register your child, please call (718) 320-8035.

E m er gen cy Food P r ogr a m 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.

Volu n t eer s wa n t ed We need volunteers for Wednesdays and Fridays, 11 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. Call (718) 320-8035.

We Need You - J oin Us Tod a y Now is the time for us to get involved.

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

—Ton y I llis

Building 32 Association T h ea t r e C lu b Can-Can is the show - the venue is the Westchester Broadway Theatre in Elmsford, NY and the date is Wednesday, September 12. We will be attending a matinee performance of this marvelous Cole Porter musical. This great experience includes round trip transportation from Building 32, a three-course served meal with your choice of five entrees, and all taxes and gratuities. Checks/money orders should be made payable to Building 32 Association, and can be given

or sent to Ms. D. Rankin, 4160 Hutch.

River Pkwy., Apt. 10E, Bronx, NY 10475. There is a limited amount of seats and payment must be received by August 4.

Television The Building Association is in need of a large (25 inch and up) television in order to have movie matinees. If you are disposing of a working television that has a screen size of at least 25 inches, please contact our Association President, Ms. Bailey, at (718) 379-7754.

Up com in g E ven t s Unfortunately, we had to cancel our Atlantic City Fundraiser due to lack of participation. With the hope of getting a much better response next time, we are in the process of making arrangements for a fall casino trip. Details will be made available.

In addition, another Cash for Gold event is being scheduled for November. Those who attended the last event were very pleased with the money they received.

Associa t ion Du es It is not too late to pay your Association

dues, in the nominal sum of five dollars ($5), for the entire year. You can call Ms. Bailey, whose number appears above, or ask our wonderful lobby attendants to tell you who is on the Executive Board.

L en d ing L ibr a r y We received a donation of paperback books and wish to thank the donor. The Executive Board is working on the logistics for a lending library in the Association Room. Details will follow as plans are formulated.

—L or n a Sm it h

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Getting firsthand information Fellow cooperators, now is the time, come out this coming Wednesday, July 18th, to the open Board of Directors meeting where the proposed $600 million loan with HUD will be approved. If you were going to borrow $600 million, don't you think you should be there to learn the details? This could be, and should be an historic event and too often cooperators are on the sidelines and not paying attention to what's going on that will impact on their lives. Come out, ask questions, get answers, or just listen, but come out to the meeting so you know what's up.

There will be representatives of Wells Fargo at this meeting, and the Board is supposed to vote whether or not to approve this refinancing with Wells Fargo guaranteed by HUD. It's reported that refinancing our mortgage with this HUD loan guarantee will reduce our borrowing costs by more than $150 million over the next 10 years. That's a whopping sum of money that can be used in other areas, and certainly should be enough to prevent any future large carrying charge increases.

This is a chance to get firsthand

Director’s Viewpoint

Tony Illis information. Too often, secondhand information mistakenly passes as truth. Many people say many things but just because someone says something, it doesn't mean it's true. It's amazing and sad, some of the ridiculous statements I hear uttered as truth, especially when it comes from some colleagues on this Board of Directors, whether such comments are factual or not. But in this case, see for yourself.

This is one meeting I certainly urge everyone to attend. This is our community and we should all know what's going on and what effect it will have on our daily lives in Co-op City.

I would like to give credit where credit is due, and my fellow Director and good friend Othelia Jones has done a dedicated and magnificent job as Chairperson of the Cooperator Appeals Committee, which is set to meet this week even though it's summer because important issues are ongoing for cooperators. Othelia has taken this committee, which was

allowed to develop a gigantic backlog of cases that needed to be heard and resolved, and she has certainly streamlined what seemed like a never-ending list of people waiting to appear before the Cooperator Appeals Committee.

Through attending this committee, however, I have learned that it’s still incredible how many don't follow rules and move in during all hours of the night. I'm astonished how many folks don't know the rules, or have the common sense to see how others are inconvenienced by moving late at night. Either some people don't read the Co-op City Times, or they just don't care. Okay, maybe there's an emergency, or a domestic violence situation in the middle of the night, in one or two circumstances, but that's it.

Also people, especially delivery men riding bicycles, are posing a threat and a danger to innocent pedestrians. I have talked to Management about such problems but it's like talking to the wind, many times it seems like a waste of time.

Also, it's summer time, and more people are outside, however this does not mean individuals should be openly drinking on the greenway or by the

community centers, and if you are, you will be punished. Unruly and antisocial behavior will not be tolerated, such behavior impacts on the community as a whole and will not, and cannot be tolerated.

My vision for a new undertaking with the Black Forum and the community, and the help of Gladys Osei, is to reach out and help a village in Ghana.

As such, we will be donating clothing to the village of Abegifia-Kwahu to those less fortunate than we are in Coop City. We are working to come up with a plan. Keep your eyes open for future details of where you can donate clothing, pens, pencils, paper, t-shirts, slippers, but no winter overcoats, I repeat, no winter overcoats, although light sweaters are needed. We're not asking anyone to donate anything expensive, but let's show how big Coop City's heart is to those in need. We will be reaching out to churches and community organizations to help us in this worthy endeavor.

For more information, or to tell me what you think, please call (718) 3208035, or email me at tonyshome 10475@gmail.com -- no attachments, please.

Association of Building 14 Cooperators If you are a member of the Association of Building 14 cooperators, as well as an entrepreneur, you are invited to advertise your product and services in the lobby’s bulletin board during the month of July and August. The posting will be under the banner entitled, “At Your Service.”

Interested members/entrepreneurs are asked to create an advertisement that is legible, tastefully worded and designed, and no larger than 6” x 4”. The opportunity is

extended only to Association members, hence resident entrepreneurs and legitimate and lawful business services and products.

Adhere to copyright permissions and other regulations in your advertisement. Ads can be emailed to theab14c@hotmail.com or bring them to the lobby on Saturday, July 14th between 11:00-11:30 a.m.

As we continue to celebrate the summer, be sure to enjoy the many outdoor activities being offered through the Riverbay Fund,

i.e., Tunes on Tuesday concert series on the Greenway (through August) and the weekend Farmers Market in the park near the Fire Station (Alcott Place) through November 17th. In addition, most of our community organizations and churches are very active and offer a variety of social events, bus trips and other functions, such as the Harriett Tubman Democratic Club’s fundraiser “Night of Jazz” in August. Or, consider joining the local Toastmasters’

International Club to start developing or improving your public speaking skills.

Whatever you partake in this summer, remember to be safe doing it.

Welcome to new cooperators in our building and throughout the community.

Please become active. Be a part of the change that you think needs to happen.

Meetings of the Association of Building 14 Cooperators will reconvene in September.

—J D Fer guson

National Council of Negro Women, Inc. On Saturday, July 21, the incoming and outgoing officers of Co-op City Section will be meeting for Orientation.

At this time, the outgoing officers will turn over to the new officers documents and data, as well as a review of the duties of each member of the new Executive Board.

Book Club’s next meeting will be on Saturday, July 28, at 3:30 p.m. at Barnes

& Nobles. We will de discussing: “ When The Thrill Is Gone” by Walter Mosley.

Please come out and join us.

The Fundraising Committee is meeting over the summer to bring in the 2013 events. The next meeting is schedule for August 6, at 10:00 a.m. in Room 14.

Our section will be closed July and August for Summer Recess. We will return the 2nd Sunday, September 9 at

3:00 p.m. in Room 11, Dreiser Community Center.

It sure is hot!!! It was 95 degrees outside and it’s only the beginning of summer. Drink plenty of water on hot days, even if you are not thirsty. Travel safely when outside in the heat. Wear light, loose fitting clothing. Stay cool in the shade and out of the direct sun. Avoid doing strenuous physical activities.

To all our members and friends, happy, safe, fun-filled summer.

To our sick and shut-in, you are not forgotten. You are in our thoughts and prayer daily.

Please contact Sadie Gilmore, 718671-3721, to notify us of any birthdays, illness or bereavement.

Happy birthday to our July/August —M a xin e Su lliva n members.

Baychester Visual Arts Association If you’ve ever wanted to learn to draw and paint, this is the time to avail yourself of this opportunity and get expert instruction at a very low cost. Mr. Moses Groves, an award winning artist, is the instructor for classes given on Tuesdays.

Our outdoor art show at the Bartow mall has been rescheduled for today,

July 14, due to extreme temperatures on June 30. It will start at 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. Stop by and see beautiful artwork done by the students of BVA. Artwork will be on sale at very good prices and you will certainly be impressed by the work!

Art classes will be given during the

summer beginning this week on July 11.

There will be 5 weeks of 2 hour classes for adults. The cost for members is $30 and $35 for non-members. The time of the classes will be forthcoming in our next article. BVA’s art instructor will guide you along a creative path that will bring hours, weeks and years of joy into

the life of those who take advantage of this opportunity.

For more information about our classes, please call Mr. Groves at 201862-0847 or K. Klaus at 718-379-6074.

Science is for the body, but art is for the soul.

—Sylvia L och a n sky

Donizetti Building Four Association We hope everyone is enjoying the summer! SORRY…our scheduled bus trip to Dover, Delaware on September 29, is fully booked up. The second payment for those who placed a deposit for a seat(s) is due today. Also, the total amount of $65 must be paid on or before 8/11. We are looking forward to having a good time.

Bus will depart from Building 4 at 8:00 A.M. SHARP! Please be on time. Be reminded that the trip includes deluxe motor coach transportation, all you can eat buffet luncheon, a special guided tour at the Dickerson Plantation, a 4 hour casino stay at Dover Downs and/or tax free shopping at Dover Downs Mall (near the casino). For any further information or

problems, please contact Yvonne at (718) 671-6922, Jose (Frenchie) at (718) 6710213, or Diane at (347) 275-7565.

SAVE T H I S T E NTAT I VE DAT E : We are planning a Bake Sale on August 25; updated information will be forth coming soon. *Regular school sessions are out for the summer so watch out for our children

at play!!

Get well wishes are sent to our sick and shut-in neighbors. The heat is upon us…if you know someone in need of special attention for any reason at any time, please let an association member know.

Remember, this is our home; “IF YOU SEE SOMETHING, SAY SOMETHING.” —Yvon ne Bur r u s (dw)

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

Week ly Sch ed u le: Sunday service 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. and Choir rehearsal is on Thursday at 7 p.m.

(Please note: The Sunday School and the Bible Study Group will be on break for the months of July and August.)

We look forward to welcoming everyone at service on Sunday, July 15, at 9:00 a.m.

C h u r ch C a lend a r : New class dates will be announced for confirmation and new members.

Our Dreiser Clubroom 19 will continue to be open during the summer months of July and August, 4 days a week (closed Wednesdays), for board and card games.

SPR EAD TH E WO RD! On Wednesday, August 15th, we’ll be on our way to the new RESORTS WORLD CASINO AT AQUEDUCT. We are leaving from Dreiser Loop at 11:30 a.m. SHARP. The price is $35 (full payment ASAP). Rebate: $10 free slot play, 25% food discount valid in buffet/food court only, a 10% retail discount. NOTE! Bring a card from another casino and ID. Sign up today! Contacts: Beverly James, 718-3790377 (after 3 p.m.), Claudette Davis, 646335-2810.

G E T O UT YO UR F I SH I NG P O L E !

WE ARE GOING FISHING! NOTE: We are leaving Tuesday night, Sept. 11, at 11:30 p.m. Upon arrival, we’ll go directly

to CAPTAIN LEROY’S big boat for deep sea fishing in New Bedford, MA. Price: $140. The price includes: Coach bus ride, fishing boat, bait, fishing bag and rod and reel. REMEMBER to bring lunch and your rain gear. We’d appreciate your deposit of $40 ASAP to secure your seat. FINAL PAYMENT DUE AUGUST 21st. Flyers available in Clubroom 19. Contacts: Carl Tyler, 917-579-1178/Celeste Collier, 917744-3413.

A W I L DW O O D (NJ ) SE AF O O D F E AST ! Sept. 24-27, (4 day/3 nights).

Price: $370/double. Package includes 3 full breakfasts, 3 dinners including one All You Can Eat Seafood Feast Buffet, featuring a DJ for a fun-filled evening of musical entertainment, plus one more All You Can Eat Casino Buffet dinner, and then another fantastic dinner at a local waterfront

F und r aising Even t : On Saturday, September 15, the Men’s Club is sponsoring a day trip to Washington, DC. The trip includes a visit to the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial and an all-youcan-eat buffet luncheon. Tickets are $90 per person. Bus leaves at 7:00 a.m. from the Dreiser Loop Deli.

Su m m er St or e: The store will open on Thursday, July 26

and Friday, July 27.

Save t h e Da t e: For the church’s Annual Picnic at Pelham Bay Park on Saturday, July 28.

For more information on the above events, please call the church at 718-3200844.

“O Lord my God, I cried out to you, *and you restored me to health”. (Psalm 30:2) —M . C h a m b er s

Retirees of Dreiser Loop restaurant. Also, you’ll receive a Welcome Party Pak and a trip to an Atlantic City casino with a bonus package. We’ll visit the Washington Street Mall for shopping.

However, en route home, there will be a 2nd visit to an Atlantic City casino with a bonus package. A payment plan is available. FINAL PAYMENT DUE AUGUST 10th. Contacts: Eleanora Jones, 718-6715707/Harmon Leacock, 718- 671-9610.

F YI . T h e AAR P DR I VE R SAF E T Y (1 DAY) C L ASS will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 10th from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. in the RETIREES clubroom 19, at 177 Dreiser Loop Bronx, NY. The fees are: $17 for AARP members/$19 for non-members.

Your check/money order is to be addressed to AARP. If interested, call Mr. Eugene Hunter at 718-379-0377 (Mondays and Thursdays, 1-5 p.m.) for reservation.

T H E AT R E C O M M I T T E E : After 3:00 p.m. on Thursdays, see Committee Members in Clubroom 19 for new shows.

G O O D AND W E L FAR E : Our deepest sympathy is with member, Romell Gonzalez, who recently lost her beloved brother-in-law. Our thoughts are with you. We support all of our members on the mend and send warm and bright wishes for a speedy recovery.

Contact Elinor Gordon at 718-3798755 regarding illnesses and bereavements.

The RETIREES wish our members and friends a very safe fun-filled summer. See you in September!

"When you come to the end of your rope, tie a knot and hang on."

—C la u d et t e Davis

Coalition of African American Churches & Community Organizations The Coalition will be in recess July and August; Meetings will resume on Tuesday, September 4, 12 p.m., 177 Dreiser Loop Community Center, Room 15. The Coalition wishes everyone a happy and safe summer. Harman Leacock is out of the hospital and everyone is wishing him a speedy recovery.

H a ve An y Su ggest ion s?

Please inform us by contacting the Coalition’s President, Patricia Bonaparte, at (718) 320-1861.

W ild wood Sea food F ea st The Retirees of Dreiser Loop are sponsoring a 4-day and 3-night trip from September 24-27, to Wildwood Seafood Feast, featuring an all you can eat seafood buffet, 3 full breakfasts and din-

ners, one casino buffet dinner at a local waterfront restaurant, two trips to Atlantic City Casino with a bonus package, a visit to Washington Street Mall in Victorian Cape May, a visit colonial Smithville Village, and a visit to Wildwood’s famous boardwalk. Baggage handling, hotel taxes, round-trip motor coach transportation, and meal gratuities are all included. Double occupancy is $370, single occupancy is $450. For further information & reservation, contact Eleanora Jones, 718-671-5707, or Harman Leacock, 718-671-9610, or (718) 379-0377.

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

ators while providing educational and culturally enriching programs for the community. We also act as one voice for all Coalition members when there are issues of common concern and human rights. We also sponsor Friends & Family Day Celebrations, and Kwanzaa free for the community.

Members of the Coalition include the following: African-American Association, Co-op City Baptist Church, Retirees of Dreiser Loop, Harriet Tubman Independent Democratic Club, NAACP, Co-op City Branch, St. Joseph’s Episcopal Church, and Zodiacs Track Club.

Please support our efforts by sending us a tax deductible contribution made

payable to Coalition of AfricanAmerican Churches and Community Organization of Co-op City, Inc., P.O. Box 619, Bronx, NY 10475.

Churches and organizations that desire to join may apply for membership by either writing or calling (718) 3201861 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.

“Coming together is the beginning, keeping together is progress and working together is success.”

—H a r m a n T. L ea cock

Building 30 Association We have an email address. It is: Building30@hotmail.com.

This organization cannot work without the participation of the cooperators of Building 30 A&B. I hope that we can help each other.

Not e: We are also trying to help ourselves. On many occasions, we have requested that Riverbay Corp. treat us equally as the rest of the Building Associations. We have asked that the

walkway behind our building be repaved with the lovely and attractive red bricks.

The same bricks as the other buildings.

We were denied our request numerous times. You’re giving us a complex! How about it? Give us a break too!

C om in g E ven t s: The next meeting of the Association is Wednesday, September 5. Doors open at 7:00 p.m. and the meeting commences promptly at 7:30 p.m. Dues for the

Association will be collected at this meeting. Have a safe summer!

Good & Welfa r e: We want to “thank you” for attending our monthly meetings and for your continued support which makes our meetings interesting and meaningful. Our last meeting for the Crochet Class is Wednesday, May 23. We are going on Summer hiatus and will return on Wednesday, September 5. Have a very

happy and safe summer.

Speedy get well wishes to all who are under the weather. If you are celebrating a special occasion, an anniversary or a birthday, we hope that you enjoy your day.

I am so sorry to report that our porter, Al, and his family suffered the loss of his loving wife. We are wishing you no more sorrow.

SEE YOU SOON. —M ir ia m E . Ber lofsk y

Einstein Cancer Fund Tuesday, August 14th – Atlantic Club (Hilton Casino). The cost per person is $33 casino bonus, $25 slot play.

Time of pick-up is 8 a.m. starting at Einstein Loop, followed by Asch Loop and Dreiser Loop. Please bring a valid photo I.D. and your casino card.

We are visiting the other end of the Boardwalk.

Saturday, September 8th, our annual

raffle luncheon at the Seashore Restaurant at 12:30 p.m. The cost per person is $48 and includes a choice of broiled filet of sole, broiled or grilled salmon, fried shrimp or scampi, chicken parmesan, prime rib roast of beef, and barbequed chicken or ribs or a combination of both. There will be an appetizer, salad, pasta, potatoes, beverages and a special strawberry cake.

Everyone will receive a raffle ticket which enables all to go home with a gift. Come spend an afternoon of good food, fun, and friendly atmosphere and companionship.

Wednesday, October 24 - Foxwoods Theatre and Casino for a tribute to Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons, $57. All who have made deposits, please start sending in your balance of

$30 by September 21st.

For the above trips, please call Mildred at 718-320-0288, Loretta at 718-671-2958 or Lydia at 718-6713005. You can call us in the morning hours up to 12 p.m. or in the evening after 5 p.m., Monday through Saturday.

Good health and healings are wished to all. Stay safe.

—Lyd ia R u a s

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

Su n d a y Ser vices – 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 the Spanish Service at 11:30 a.m. There are Bible studies in English and Spanish at 10:30 a.m. We also have a children’s service during the English service.

P r a yer Nigh t : 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 at 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. in the church building.

Come and bring your prayer needs so we can all pray and become prayer warriors.

Bring a friend who would like prayer.

Also on Thursday mornings at 10:30

a.m., there is prayer till 11:15 a.m. in Spanish.

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

M en ’s Fellowsh ip : Every Thursday evening at 7 p.m. to 8 p.m., come and share your testimonies, explore your gifts and be blessed in the Word of our Lord.

Hope to see you there.

Tr ip t o L a n ca st er : Jonah, we are going again on October 26. We hope those who couldn’t make the April trip will come this time. We will be going to Hershey Farms for lunch (Hershey Farms has many amenities, such as a general store, bakery, and animals for the kids).

Cost is $135/person, $122/teen (13-18) and $114/child (5-12). Must have first payment of 50% before July 22nd, make your reservations early because the bus is filling up. Call Barbara at (347) 6037473; if no answer, leave a message, someone will get back to you.

R ev. Dr. M ilca C . P la u d —R

The Way International The Way International®, a nondenominational Biblical research, teaching and fellowship ministry would like to welcome the Co-op City community to be a part of our Bible Study Group. We are dedicated to teaching the accuracy of God’s Word and its practical application in our lives.

Luke 6:38 KJV says: “Give and it shall be given unto you, good measure, pressed down, and shaken together, and running over, shall men give into your bosom. For with the same measure that ye mete withal it shall be measured to you again.”

This verse will become clearer with some understanding of Eastern customs.

When a merchant in the East sold grain (wheat, barley, corn), he brought his

merchandise bound up in sacks to the purchaser at the market, where grain was sold not by weight but by “Measure.”

With both hands he shoveled the grain into his wooden measure until it was partly full. Then he shook the measure strongly from side to side so that the grain would settle. He repeated this process again and again until it was full up to the brim. He then pressed on it and put in more grain until it began to overflow and run over.

Now the “measure” was considered to be A “GOOD MEASURE, PRESSED DOWN AND SHAKEN TOGETHER, AND RUNNING OVER.” Ephesians 6:8 KJ V says: “Knowing that whatsoever good

thing any man doeth, the same shall he receive of the Lord.” All good things come from God. If you are doing good to others, you are actually doing good to yourself, because that good will come back to you.

Our giving with the right attitude is important to God. The proper attitude in giving is described in Romans 12:8 . . .” he that giveth, let him do it with simplicity”. . . The Greek word for “simplicity” in this verse is “without self-seeking.”

Our attitude as believers is to give from love, not for personal gain or recognition. There are many ways we can give out of our abundance physically, mentally and spiritually; it can be money, it can be our time, it can be our talents, we can

be a good listener for someone who needs our ear, we can pray for each other and for situations going on in the world.

Each of us has ways in which we can give and help others.

When we give of what we are able with a pure heart to bless others, we can expect God to bountifully bless us back with A GOOD MEASURE, PRESSED DOWN AND SHAKEN TOGETHER AND RUNNING OVER. We welcome you to join our Bible Study Group on Sundays at 12 p.m., on July 22nd, July 29th, August 5th and August 12th at 177 Dreiser Loop, Room #10. God bless you, hope you can join us.

—E velyn Sa n t ia go

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

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

Midweek worship service, Bible study classes and prayer services are on hiatus for the summer and will resume in September.

On Sunday, July 22, the Pastoral Care Lay Shepherds will celebrate their 2nd Anniversary Service at our 11 a.m. service. The guest speaker will be Rev. Dr.

Rebeca Rodilo, Director of Pastoral Care and Counseling Programs at the New York Theological Seminary. All are invited.

On Saturday, July 28, the church will hold its annual picnic. The picnic will be held at Quassy Amusement Park in Middlebury, CT. Adult donation is $55, children ages 3-12 will be $30 and children under 3 are free. This is an all-inclusive trip with an unlimited buffet, rides, access to the beach and live gospel music.

The bus will leave at 10:30 a.m. from in front of the church. For tickets or additional information, call 718-671-1918, 718-320-3893, or 718-320-3774.

On Saturday, October 6, we will celebrate our Pastor’s 20th Pastoral Anniversary at the Greentree Country Club at 12 p.m. The Greentree is located

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

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

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

Prayer Service takes place every Wednesday evening from 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., followed by Bible Teaching from 8:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Be with us to learn the truth from the Word of God. The Church of the New Vision invites you and your children to the Youth Sunday School. Our Mission is to provide the Word of God to young people through

Bible Study, activities and programs. All youth, ages 2-18, are welcome. Sunday School takes place every Sunday from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. We look forward to seeing your children there!

L ist of P r ogr a m s a n d E ven t s: Adult Sunday School is from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

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

Holy Communion is served the first Sunday of the month Youth Sunday takes place on the second Sunday of the month.

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

Seniors’ Sunday takes place on the fifth Sunday of the month.

Singles’ Ministry meets every third Tuesday evening of the month at 6:00 p.m.

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

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

Mid-day Bible Study meets every Tuesday afternoon from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m.

Come join New Vision’s “Partners in Reading Program” every Sunday afternoon from 1:15 p.m. to 2:15 p.m. Students in Grades 1 through 8 discover the joy of reading while exploring and improving their literacy levels through small groups and reading partners. Parents, we encourage you to bring your children to benefit from this free program, taught by trained professionals. Registration is ongoing. You could contact the church at the number listed below.

The Church of the New Vision is located at 115 Einstein, Bronx, NY 10415; Telephone: (718) 6718746 or (718) 320-0409. Our mailing address is P.O. Box 753037, Bronx, NY 10475. Please visit our website at www.churchofnewvision.com.

—C a r ole H a q u e

Church of the Savior Rev. Dr. Robert A. Smith, Jr., Pastor; Lady Theresa M. Smith, co-founder; Rev. McMillian, Assistant Pastor, and the Church of the Savior family extend an invitation to every person to worship with us. We are a non-denominational, inter-racial, inter-cultural, intergenerational fellowship of believers. We care about you, not your W2. Come as you are, we leave the judging to God. The Church of the Savior family extends love and affirmation to the Co-op City community; A warm welcome awaits you!! We love you for who you are, not what you have. Please call us at 718-320-0002 or 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 120 DeKruif Place – Street Level, (under Building #7 near Dreiser Loop). Take the 38 to Dreiser Loop and DeKruif Pl. Our mailing address is: P.O. Box 86, Bronx, NY 10475.

Su m m er Su n d a y Sch ed u le: July 1 - September 2 Prayer and Meditation - 9:05 Devotion - 9:40 Divine Worship - 10:00 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. Sm it h ’s Ser m on Top ic: “Celebration in the Storm!”

R ea d in g fr om Sa cr ed Scr ip t u r e: Phil 4:11-13 Week ly Act ivit y Bereavement Support Group meets Monday evenings at 6:30 p.m. during July. No bereavement group during August. We will resume Mon., Sept. 10 at 6:30. Are you grieving the loss of a loved one? Come, our arms and hearts are open to you. God bless you!

Each Thursday at 10:00 a.m., Channel 70, Bronxnet, tune in and be blessed. If this program has lifted you, please let us know. Dr. Smith can be contacted at 718320-0002. If you prefer to drop a personal note: P.O.

Box 86, Bronx, NY 10475 is our mailing address. “ I wa s h u n gr y a n d you fed me” …Church of the Savior is reaching out to individuals and families who need nutritious food. Our food pantry, coordinated by First Lady Theresa Smith, is just a phone call away. For more information in donating or receiving food, please call her at 718-925-5052.

Our Health and Wellness Ministry would like to assist every member of the community to have and maintain a healthy lifestyle. We have all natural products that addresses your needs. Call Lady Theresa Smith, 718-925-5052.

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

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Congratulations to Buildings 11, 12, 13 and 14 and in association with Bldg. 9 and 10 for a wonderfully successful community Summer Fun Day! We wish you all a safe and enjoyable summer.

—J oa n Y. J un e

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

SUM M E R C H UR C H SC H E DUL E (DR E SS-DOW N SUM M E R AT T I R E J ULY 1 – SE P T E M BE R 2) 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.

T H E F O L L OW I NG P RO GR AM S AR E AT T H E C H UR C H ’S ANNE X: 2053 ASC H L OO P NO RT H (C O -O P C I T Y) 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 and second Fridays (beginning August 3rd) at 7:00 p.m.

OT HE R SC H E DUL E D E VE NT S: Saturday, July 21 – Sunday, July 22 – CPC Tours’ Annual Lobsterfest Weekend at the Nordic Lodge, home of the giant Viking Buffet. Include shopping at Clinton Crossing Outlets, evening at Mohegan Sun Casino, hotel accommodations, transportation. Cost: $325/single; $265/double; $255/triple.

For additional information and/or reservations, call (718) 671-1182.

Saturday, August 18th – Nurses Ministry’s Annual Shopping Spree to Reading, Pa. (Vanity Fair and Burlington Outlets). Bus departs 7:30 a.m. from Church Annex (2053 Asch Loop North, Co-op City). Donation: $43. For tickets

and/or additional information, call (718) 671-7935 or (718) 671-1754.

Saturday, September 15th – Join the Nurses Ministry on their Annual Trip to The Big “E” State Fair in Springfield, Mass. Departure from Church Annex (2053 Asch Loop North, Co-op City) at 7:30 a.m. Tickets: $60/adults; $35/children (3-10). For additional information and/or to make reservations, call (718) 671-7935 or 671-1754.

Wednesday, October 24 – Friday, October 26 – CPC FALL FOLIAGE TOUR IN THE BEAUTIFUL SHENANDOAH VALLEY. Includes a visit to the Martin Luther King Memorial, Washington, DC; drive on the Skyline Drive along the crest of the Blue Ridge Mountains, visit to Luray Caverns, a wine tasting experience and shopping at Charlottesville’s Historic Downtown Mall. 3 breakfasts, 2 dinners, accommodations and transportation. Cost:

$395/double occupancy; $495/single. For additional information and/or reservations, contact CPC Tours at (718) 671-1182.

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

E va n G . M it ch ell —E

Faith In God Church & Bible Institute Rev. Dr. Gladys R. Little, Apostle, and Pastor & Evangelist Vernon Little greet everyone in the name of Jesus, that name which is above every name. We want you to know that you are welcome in this house of the Lord! It is His house by ownership: it is our house by stewardship and it can be your house by membership; so come on in and join with us. May God bless you in this house!

When God’s Word is hidden in our hearts, His ways become our ways.

P sa lm s 119: 9-16 sa ys: 9 How can a young man cleanse his way? By taking heed according to Your Word.

10 With my whole heart I have sought You; oh, let me not wander from Your commandments!

11 Your Word I have hidden in my heart, that I might not sin against You. 12 Blessed are You, O Lord! Teach me Your statutes.

13 With my lips I have declared all the judgments of Your mouth.

14 I have rejoiced in the way of Your testimonies, as much as in all riches.

15 I will meditate on Your precepts, and contemplate Your ways.

16 I will delight myself in Your statutes; I will not forget Your Word.

I nvit a t ion s: Our Sweet Hour of Prayer will be today at 3 p.m. Every Sunday, I offer a class for Sunday School at 10 a.m. followed by Worship Service at 11 a.m.

Every 3rd Sunday following the morning worship, we serve Holy

Communion.

We love you, and may God forever bless you is our prayer. We don’t worry about anything, but we pray about everything. We are located at 171 Dreiser Loop in Section 1. Our phone#’s are (347) 276-4925 & (718) 671-3627.

If you will, check out (Pastor) Vernon Little’s CD ‘A New Beginning’ on iTunes, amazon, etc. You can also see his videos on YouTube. Jesus loves you, and so do we.

—Ap ost le G la d ys R . L it t le

Iglesia Cristiana Marcos 16:15 Pastor Fernando Figueroa and Pastor Thomas Garrett and the congregation of Iglesia Cristiana Marcos extend an invitation for you to come together and celebrate the day that the Lord has made, worshipping his precious and holy name.

24 T h ings t o Alwa ys R em em ber... a n d O n e T h ing t o Never F or get • Your presence is a present to the world.

• You’re unique and one of a kind.

• Your life can be what you want it to be.

• Take the days just one at a time.

• Count your blessings, not your troubles.

• You’ll make it through whatever comes along.

• Within you are so many answers.

• Understand, have courage, be strong.

• Don’t put limits on yourself.

• So many dreams are waiting to be realized.

• Decisions are too important to leave to chance.

• Reach for your peak, your goal, and your prize.

• Nothing wastes more energy than worrying.

• The longer one carries a problem, the heavier it gets.

• Don’t take things too seriously.

• Live a life of serenity, not a life of regrets.

• Remember that a little love goes a long way.

• Remember that a lot ... goes forever.

• Remember that friendship is a wise investment.

• Life’s treasures are people ... together.

• Realize that it’s never too late.

• Do ordinary things in an extraordinary way.

• Have heath and hope and happiness.

• Take the time to wish upon a star.

• And don’t ever forget ... For even a

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C H UR C H HO UR S: Sp a n ish Tuesday: Prayer Service, 8:00 p.m.

Friday: Bible Study, 8:00 p.m.

Sunday: Sunday School, 10:00 a.m.

For children, teens and adults Evangelistic Service: 12:00 p.m.

C h u r ch H our s: English Evangelistic Service, 4:00 p.m., Sunday: All are welcome. We are located in the Section 5 community center, Room 42.

For any questions or prayers, call 718671-6112 or 347-275-5500.

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Mixed Cultural Dance: 10:30-11:30 a.m., Aud. B

Word Games: 9:30 –11:30 a.m., Rm. 31

Bingo: 1 p.m., Rm. 49

Card Games: 2:30 - 4 p.m., Rm. 25

Matinee Movie w/ George: 2-4 p.m., Rm. 45

Stay Well Exercise: (on vacation until September) Line Dancing (on vacation until September) Dominoes: 2:30 p.m., Rm. 25 Word Games: 9:30 a.m.

– 1:30 p.m., Rm. 31 Bingo: 2 p.m., Rm. 25 Blood Pressure: 1st & 3rd Wed., (on vacation until September 5) Card Games: 2-4 p.m., Rm. 25

Dominoes: 10 a.m., Rm. 45

Thurs., July 19

Bingo: 10 a.m., Rm. 31

Library 9:00am-1:00pm Rm. 31 Chat Session 9:30am-1:00pm, Rm. 31 Dominoes 2:30pm, Rm. 31 Word Games 9:30am-11:30am, Rm. 31 Bingo 2:00pm, Rm. 31 Card Games 2:30pm-4:00pm, Rm. 31

Fri., July 20

Wed., July 18

Tues., July 17

Current Events: 10 a.m., Rm. 31

Movie Madness: 9:30 am, Rm. 31 Men’s Line Dancing: 9:00am-10:00am, Rm. 31 Women’s Line Dancing 10:00 – 11:00 am, Rm. 31 Spelling Bee: 11am, Rm. 31 Dominoes: 2:30pm, Rm. 31 Word Games: 9:30am – 11:30am, Rm. 31 Bingo: 2:00pm, Rm. 25 Card Games: 2:00pm4:00pm, Rm. 31

Mind Teasers: 1:15 pm 2:15 p.m., Aud. B

Spelling Bee: 10 a.m., Rm. 49 Spanish Practice Class: 10:30 a.m., Computer lab Bingo: 1 p.m., Rm. 49 Advance Line Dance 2-4 p.m., Rm. 45

Dominoes 10:00am Rm. 45 Stay Well Exercise 10:00 -11:00am, Rm. 45 Spelling Bee 11:00am, Rm. 49 Bingo 1:00pm, Rm. 49

Dominoes: 10:00am, Rm. 45 Art: 10:00am, Rm. 45 10:00 -11:00am, Rm. 36 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 Self Defense Class 10 am – 11 am, Rm. 45

Tuesday Movie w/popcorn: 2-4 p.m., Rm. 7 Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session: 9:30 – 10:30 a.m., Rm. 7 Sewing w/Raymonde: (on vacation until Sept.)

Tai Chi: 11 a.m. -12 p.m., Rm. 2 Mind Teasers: 12-1 p.m., Rm. 7 Zumba: 1-2 p.m., Aud. A Art Class: 1-3 p.m., Rm. 7 Yoga: Every Wed, 2-3 p.m., Rm. 2 Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session 9:30-10:30 a.m., Rm. 7 Blood Pressure 1st & 3rd Thursday 10-11:30 a.m., Rm. 7 Line Dancing 3rd & 4th Thurs 10 am - 11 am, Aud. A Mind Teasers 12-1 p.m., Rm. 4 Belly Dancing 12:30 pm - 1 pm, Aud. A Handi-Flex 1 pm - 2 pm, Aud. A Drama (on vacation til Sept.)

Piano Sing Along 11 a.m. – 12 p.m., Rm. 7

Crochet and Knitting 10:00am-12:00pm, Rm. 7 Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session 9:30-10:30am, Rm. 7 Meditative Moments 11:00 – 12:00, Rm. 2 Mind Teasers 12:00pm-1:00pm, Rm. 4 Therapeutic Yoga 1:30pm – 2:30pm, Rm. 8 Card Games, Dominoes 2:00pm-4:00pm, Rm. 7 *Schedule subject to changes without notice*

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

WEEKLY TRIPS DATES

WEEKLY TRIPS

PRICE

PICK-UP TIMES

As scheduled:

Stew Leonards Super Wal-Mart

$3 $12

Bartow Dreiser Einstein 1:15 p.m. 1:30 p.m. 1:00 p.m.

8:30 a.m. 8:45 a.m. 9:00 a.m.

Bowling

$12.50

11 a.m.

1st Mondays: Tuesdays

as scheduled

11:30 a.m. 11:15 a.m.

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

Funded by: The NYC Department for the Aging, The NYS Office for the Aging and Riverbay Corporation With a generous grant from Council Member Seabrook

Date:

Kosher

Non-Kosher

Soups, Breads and Desserts

Turkey leg Sweet potato Spinach

Whole wheat bread Dice peaches in juice

Chicken cacciatore Tri-Color pasta Brussels sprouts

Burger bun Fresh golden apple

Mon., Pineapple juice, Baked w/onion, peppers July Tilapia Oven browned potatoes 16 Tossed salad Tues., July 17

Turkey burger Red bliss potatoes Glazed carrots

Apple juice Cheese burger Wed., Stuffed cabbage w/meat Baked potato wedge July sauce, Egg noodles Tossed salad 18 Garden salad

Whole wheat bread Apricot halves in juice

Thurs., July 19

Chicken/Cantonese fried rice Oriental blend

Grape juice BBQ chicken Rice Carrot

Rye bread Banana

Fri., July 20

Fish cake w/tartar sauce Spaghetti Mixed vegetables

Tilapia fish Orzo California blend

Whole wheat bread Pineapple tidbits in juice

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

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

Upcoming Events/Trips NE W ! Wednesday, August 1. Matinee to see the Musical “MEMPHIS.” $80 – Only 20 seats available. Trip includes round trip transportation boxed lunch.

Pick-ups: Bartow, 11:30 a.m.; Dreiser, 11:45 a.m.; Einstein, 12:00 p.m.

NEW – The Beacon Camp Program at the Kaufmann Campgrounds in Pearl River, NY. Tuesday, July 17th - $16, includes round trip transportation lunch and all activities. Arrival time is 10:15 a.m. Departure time is 2:30 p.m. Pick-ups: Bartow, 8:00 a.m.; Dreiser, 8:15 a.m. & Einstein, 8:30 a.m. Activities: Exercise, swimming, bingo, drama, entertainment, etc.

NE W – Monday, July 23rd - $65. Join JASA for a trip to Pindar Vineyard for wine tasting, Soundview Inn Restaurant for a scrumptious meal and Tanger Riverhead in Long Island for your shopping pleasure - Transportation - 54 seat Motor Coach. Itinerary: Pindar Vineyard for wine tasting, 11:00 a.m. -12:30 p.m., Soundview Inn Restaurant, 1:00 p.m. 3:00 p.m. & Tanger Outlet Riverhead 3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Coach Bus pick-ups – Bartow, 8:00 a.m.; Dreiser, 8:15 a.m. & Einstein, 8:30 a.m. - (No refunds) All payments must be in by Thurs., July 19th.

E M P I R E C ASI NO – Wednesday, July 25, $3 per person. Trip includes round trip transportation/boxed lunch.

Pick-ups: Einstein, 10:00 a.m.; Bartow, 10:15 a.m. and Dreiser, 10:30 a.m. NO REFUNDS. SOLD OUT. J E R SE Y G AR DE NS – The date has been changed from Tuesday, July 10th to Monday, July 30th - $12 - Trip includes round trip transportation/boxed lunch.

Pick-ups: Bartow, 8 a.m.; Dreiser, 8:15 a.m. & Einstein, 8:30 a.m. (No refunds) R E SO RT S W O R L D C ASI NO @ AQUE DUC T – Tuesday, August 7th - 54 seat Coach bus - $20 – Lunch & transportation included. Pick-up times: Bartow, 9:00 a.m.; Dreiser, 9:15 a.m. & Einstein, 9:30. Departure time from Casino is 3:30 p.m. You will receive a $10 bonus slot voucher. Seating on the bus will be assigned based on payments. (No refunds.)

J ASA’S SUM M E R G AR DE N P L ANT I NG PART Y! You are invited to the planting party at the JASA Co-op City Office!! On July 17th at 9:00 a.m. please

join us for ice cold lemonade, cookies and fun. Come watch or plant summer flowers! We will end around 11:30 a.m. – so as not to get too hot! For more information, call the Co-op City Senior Services office: 718-320-2066. See you there!

WANT TO PARTICIPATE IN A FOCUS GRO UP ABO UT RE T IR E ME NT ? We

would like to hear about your experience!

JASA is holding focus groups for persons age 50 and older. We have three available dates: July 20th, 27th, or August 3rd.

Refreshments will be served. If interested, call the Co-op City Senior Services office: 718-320-2066.

J ASA I S SE E KI NG T E L E P H ONE R E ASSUR ANC E VO L UNT E E R S: JASA’s Telephone Reassurance Program provides an invaluable service to vulnerable and isolated elders in the community.

Volunteers will provide monitoring calls to homebound seniors. For many of our isolated clients, these calls are their only social contact and provide an immeasurable impact on their quality of life. If interested, call the Co-op City Senior Services office: 718-320-2066.

WEIG HT M ANAG E M E NT SUP P O RT GR OUP - Mondays, 10:00 a.m., Bartow Avenue, Room 25, every Monday. Maintaining a healthy weight is not easy, but with knowledge and practice, it can be. Come join the Weight Management Support Group to learn techniques and information that can help you maintain a healthy lifestyle.

C AR E G I VE R SUP P O R T G R O UP - A Caregiver Support Group can offer an atmosphere of understanding and support for caregivers to discuss issues and concerns. Whether you care for a loved one from a distance or in your home, you are most welcome. The group meets every other Tuesday at: 2049 Bartow Ave., Rm. 31 from 1-2 p.m. Next meeting is July 17th. The support group is facilitated by a social worker. If you have any questions, please contact JASA at 718-320-2066.

DI SABI L I T Y SUP P ORT /SO C I AL I Z AT I O N G RO UP – The group meets every 1st Friday of the month. For more information, contact John Sullivan at 718-671-2090, Ext. 3010. Transportation is provided, if available.

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WEEKLY SCHEDULE

For information on times and dates for club events, please call the Scheduling Department at 718-320-3300, press 5 at the prompt.

Thank you.

Baychester Library Events VISIT THE LIBRARY - A GREAT WEALTH OF INFORMATION WEEKLY EVENTS KIDS Game On Nintendo Wii! - Every Monday @ 3:30 p.m.

Teens TAG - Every Tuesday @ 4 p.m.; July 17, Make Jewelry w/Jennifer Jacobs); July 31, Scan Van Mammography 1:30 pm - 4 pm (outside of branch) Read Aloud - Every Wednesday @ 3:30 p.m.

Teen Book Café - Every Wednesday @ 4 p.m.

Family Program - Tues., July 25 @ 5 p.m. (Music @ NYPL w/Sean Smith and John Hart) Bk Disc Group (Bodega Dreams) - Thursday @ 1:30 p.m.

Chess Club - Every Thursday @ 3 p.m.

CR Arts/Crafts - Every Thursday @ 4 p.m. except July 26 @ 2 pm Teen Time - Every Friday, 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.

CR Program (Butterfly Boogie) - Friday, July 20 @ 11 a.m.

Film - Every Saturday, 2:00 p.m.; July 14, Peter Pan; July 21 Family Program (Music @ NYPL w/Rochelle Chamlin); July 28, Mad Hot Ballroom

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

AARP Chapter #4997 F YI : A proposed regulation to end the finger imaging requirement for all food stamp applicants & recipients in NY State has been announced by Gov. Cuomo. The Office of Temporary & Disability Assistance has issued a 45-day public comment period on this proposal to eliminate finger imaging, ending July 16th.

Show support at www.aarp.org.

NOT E : 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.

2012 TOUR AC T I VI T I ES July 19 – Warm Daddy’s: Live Blues & Jazz (Phila., PA) – trip includes a delicious Southern-style dinner and show and a 5hour stay at the Sugar House Casino w/bonus of the day — $95/person.

Bus departure is 9:30 a.m. from Asch Loop (in front of the library) – contact Daisy, 718-671-3241.

August 9 – Triple lobsters w/ “HuKeLau” in Chicopee (MA) – trip includes 3 lobsters/person (w/a TakeHome Bag if you can’t eat all 3) or prime rib; and the famous live Hawaiian Show… $93/person…FINAL PAYMENT DUE A.S.A.P. — contact Delores, 718-3792176.

Sept. 12 – 14 – Washington, DC: Narrated tour of Washington w/a licensed local guide – trip includes Martin Luther King Memorial, Korean, Vietnam, Lincoln, Jefferson and National World War II Memorials; Smithsonian Museums – including National Gallery of Art, National Museum of American & Natural History; Admission to the International Spy Museum; and much more; 2 breakfasts & 2 dinners; $470/person, double;

$645/single; $461/person triple (trip insurance available) – contact Daisy, 718-6713241.

Oct. 15-17 – Rocking Horse Resort w/a stop at Monticello Raceway Casino (on the way) – trip includes dinner & live entertainment and dancing after check-in; complete resort activities including indoor/ outdoor pool; horseback riding; hayride; games, contests and prizes during the day; and much more; 5 meals w/coffee, tea & cake all day…$349/person, double; $409/single; $343/person, triple – contact Jean, 718-379-3742.

Dec. 30, 2012 – Jan. 1, 2013: New Year’s Eve Masquerade Ball at the Desmond – includes a stop at the Sands Casino w/$30 slot play & $5 food or leisure time in Bethlehem (PA); after a full breakfast buffet, choice of activities for the day; NYE Masquerade Ball w/Open Bar & Surf & Turf Dinner; masquerade masks, noise makers, entertainment, music & dancing; New Year’s Day Brunch & show...$524/person, double; $634 single; $514/person triple; $28/person Travel Insurance available; $100 deposit/person ($128 deposit/person if taking the insurance)…contact Delores, 718-379-2176.

2013 TOUR AC T I VI T IE S Jan. 10-20, 2013 – The Hawaiian Island Cruise Tour (11 days) – includes 5 ports of call: Honolulu, Maui, Hilo, Kana & Kauai; on the Norwegian Pride of America; airfare and tours included in the price…inside state room - $3,599/person; outside state room - $3,899/person; outside balcony - $4,669/person (new price); $500/person deposit (plus insurance payment) due at sign-up…Contact Jean, 718379-3742.

—Delor es Debn a m

Goose Island Seniors Thursday, July 12—Went to the BRAUHAUS, Pomona, N.Y. Everyone had a great time, and the FOOD WAS DE-LI-CIOUS. Wednesday, July 18—NO BINGO GAME IN ROOM 39.

Wednesday, July 25—YES, BINGO GAME in Room 39 at 1:30 p.m.

Admission is $2. We are having a surprise party. Members only; Please try to attend.

Sunday, July 29 in Room 39 at 11:30 p.m., Bingo for everyone to join.

Refreshments served. Admission is $3.

Tuesday, July 31, going to HARRAH’S Casino in Philadelphia. Price is $30. Rebate is $30 slot play. Pick-up time is 8:00 a.m. at our usual bus stops— Einstein Center, Asch Loop (back of library) and Dreiser Loop. Pick-up bus is ACADEMY BUS. Also, always have your picture I.D. card.

Wednesday, August 15—Luncheon at

CRAB SHANTY for members only.

Price is $18 and Goose Island will pay the balance. Time is 1 p.m. Come on, members, get on board and have a good time.

Menu—Lobster, broiled or fried shrimps, broiled or fried filet of Sole, chicken parmagiana, BBQ chicken and ribs, also SNOW CRAB LEGS. Tuesday, November 13—Going to the FIESTA IN WOODRIDGE, N.J. Price $60.

Pick-up time is 8 a.m. at our 3 usual bus stops. International Jamboree. Plenty of music, entertainment, comedy and surprise guest. Menu--Chicken Francese, roast beef, Tilapia; glass of wine, and special dessert, coffee, tea, soda. For more information, call Ann or Mary at 718-379-9613 or come to 135 Einstein Center, Room 39, MondayThursday, 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. or call Mary at 718-379-4899 or Ann, 718-379-0644.

GOOD HEALTH TO ALL —M a r y P illa

Harriet Tubman Independent Democratic Club Shareholders are invited to an "Evening of Jazz to be held by: Miss Shirley Carabbe and Trio. Date: Saturday, August 4. Location: 2049 Bartow Avenue, Community Center, Room # 31.

Time: 7 p.m. - 11 p.m. Swing music, R&B music will be played for all attendees to continue dancing through intermission and keep everyone on their feet.

Please call: 718-320-1861 for tickets.

Funds from this event will be donated to

assist the Obama for America campaign.

We are depending on all Democrats and their friends to support this affair. We know what we need to do and we can't turn back now. "We need to keep moving forward." If you cannot attend you can make a donation to the: Harriet Tubman Independent Democratic Club, earmarked "Obama for America." Thanking you in advance for your participation.

—E velyn M . Tu r n er

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Reflections

by Rabbi Solomon I. Berl Spiritual Leader of Young Israel Synagogue Wisdom comes from knowledge of your limitations. Happiness comes with cheerful acceptance of those limitations. To accept yourself with all your imperfections and all your limitations is the first step toward happiness. You have to be yourself and no one else. You have to be true to what you are and not

whip yourself into a frenzy because you aren’t someone else or aren’t keeping up with someone else or conforming to their pet ideas. In the great orchestra of life, each one has a part to play and an obligation to play it well. This you do by yourself as you are and by making the best of what you can become.

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 teaching, is welcome.

On Friday evening, Sabbath service begins at 7 p.m. Saturday morning services start 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.

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

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

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

ing for a conservative synagogue, we are still here, and all are welcome.

Try to take a Saturday and come to services when you can.

Donations can be mailed to the Co-op Jewish Center.

—M a r vin Seid m a n

BBQ Notice! Safety Reminder!!

I T I S I L L E G AL W I T H I N T H E C I T Y O F NE W YO R K T O USE G AS, O R C H AR C OAL T YP E B-B-Q ’s I N M ULT I P L E DW E L L I NG BUI L DI NG S SUC H AS C O -O P C I T Y. SUC H B-B-Q ’s C R E AT E O P E N F L AM E S W H I C H M AY C AUSE F I R E .

ONLY E L E C T R I C T YP E B-B-Q ’S M AY BE USE D. T H ANK YO U F O R YO UR C O O P E R AT I O N.

Traditional Synagogue of Co-op City The Traditional Synagogue of Co-op City, Young Israel of Baychester, Section 5 (new address) at Bldg. 27B at 120 Erdman Place (behind the lobby), welcomes you to pray with them. Tel. for the Shule (same old number), 1-718-3796920.

Not e: Office hours are on Thursday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and on Sunday, we are here from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Please honor your Yiskor pledges. Your support is greatly appreciated.

Candle lighting on Friday, July 20, is before 8:04 p.m. Shabbat ends today, Saturday, July 14 at 9:12 p.m.

Men you are needed for a Minyon. A Minyon is the number of men needed to read the Torah. The important number needed is 10. Please be counted as part of the 10 men and make the Minyon. You will be doing a Mitzvah (a good deed).

Thank you!

The community is always welcome to attend our various functions and enjoy a great day of fun and friendship.

C om in g E ven ts: Saturday, July 14 at 9:00 a.m. – Morning services Saturday, July 14 (Bastille Day) at 9:00 a.m. - Morning Services – The Kiddush following services is sponsored

by Mimi Berlofsky in honor of her July 4th birthday.

Sunday, July 15 at 1:00 p.m. – Let us gather for another fun filled afternoon of Bingo sponsored by the Synagogue.

Admission is $3/person. The cost includes snacks and refreshments. Come one, come all and enjoy.

Sa ve t h ese d a t es: August 5 and August 19 are the dates for Sunday Bingo fun afternoons. See you soon!

G ood a n d Welfa r e: Do you need a tree certificate sent “in Honor” or “in Memory” of a special occasion or a condolence? For information, you can call Mimi at 1-347-427-4526 and we can accommodate you.

If you are feeling under the weather, we wish you all a speedy and painless recovery in double quick time.

Happy 41 Anniversary to Martin and Sheila Linder who are celebrating this joyous occasion on July 9th. Many more happy and healthy times to continue.

We are anticipating the forthcoming High Holidays in September. On Tuesday evening, July 17th at 8:00 p.m. we will be auditioning chazins. Members of the synagogue are welcome to come down to shul and listen along with members of the board. Mark your calendar.

P lea se! Support the Synagogue. We always need your help. Thank you.

Shalom!

M ir ia m E velyn Ber lofsky —M

Men’s Club Traditional Synagogue Traditional Synagogue of Co-op City is location in Section 5, at 120 Erdman Place, Building 27B. The Men’s Club is running a trip to the MOUNT AIRY CASINO in Pennsylvania on MONDAY, July 16.

C OST: $30 per person with a $25 slot and a $10 food voucher. Player may use any machine or table. Remember you need a government photo ID card to get your bonus slot play. Payment is due by July 9. We provide a free snack going, play games, and on the return trip, we

show a movie.

For reservations, call: Marty, (718) 671-7809; Gary, (718) 671-8424 or Bruce, (718) 320-2234.

(PLEASE NOTE: PICK-UP TIMES HAVE CHANGED.) P ick -u p Stop s: Einstein Loop, 8:15 a.m.; Asch Loop, 8:20 a.m.; Dreiser Loop, 8:25 a.m.

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

Shalom!

—Br u ce G it elson

Co-op City Jewish Community Council There are still plenty of seats available for the CCJCC trip to the Museum of Jewish Heritage on Tuesday, June 24th.

Our pick up time will be 10:15 in front of the hardware store, and we should be back

Castle Hill Funeral Directors, Inc.

SHALOM Jewish George Farr - Funeral Director funeral “The Bronx Jewish Community home, inc.

Memorial Chapel” (718) 828-9222 (718) 828-1700 1528 Castle Hill Avenue Bronx, New York 10462 Keeping Tradition Under Rabbinical Supervision Services from Our Chapel, Graveside or Synagogue Parking Facilities • Pre-Arrangements

in Co-op City by about 3:30. The charge is $5, and you can call or come into our office (Dreiser, Room 18) to reserve a spot. Our number is 718-320-1234.

—Lyn n L evine

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Co-op City Pentecostal Tabernacle I NVI TAT I O N T O A SP E C I AL E VANG E L I ST I C R E VI VAL SE RVI C E – J ULY 15-18.

It is indeed our pleasure to invite the general public to the 4 exciting days of Evangelistic Revival Service titled: GIVE ME A BLESSING… GIVE ME ALSO SPRINGS OF WATER [Judges 1:15; Eph.1:3]; GUEST SPEAKER: Pastor Lynval Simon.

DAT E : Sunday, July 15 to Wednesday, July 18.

T I M E : Sunday: 10:30 a.m.

Monday to Wednesday, July 1618 – 7:30 p.m. daily.

VE NUE : CO-OP CITY PENTECOSTAL TABERNACLE, 120 BENCHLEY, BUILDING 24, BRONX, NY 10475.

G en . 32: 24-30 And Jacob was left alone; and there wrestled a man with him until the breaking of the day.

25 And when he saw that he prevailed not against him, he touched the hollow of his thigh; and the hollow of Jacob’s thigh was out of joint, as he wrestled

with him.

26 And he said, Let me go, for the day breaketh. And he said, I will not let thee go, except thou bless me.

27 And he said unto him, What is thy name? And he said, Jacob.

28 And he said, Thy name shall be called no more Jacob, but Israel: for as a prince hast thou power with God and with men, and hast prevailed.

29 And Jacob asked him, and said, Tell me, I pray thee, thy name. And he said, Wherefore is it that thou dost ask after my

name? And he blessed him there.

30 And Jacob called the name of the place Peniel: for I have seen God face to face, and my life is preserved.

We are looking forward to your usual warmth and sweet fellowship. May it please the Lord to remove every obstacle that will hinder your participation in this Revival Service.

For further information, feel free to contact us: Tel. 718-324-0334 or 646345-6707.

—R ev. R ich a r d Sib b lies

Church of God’s Children Church of God’s Children and its pastors, Bishops Angelo and Nancy Rosario, invite you to worship with us at 127 Dreiser Loop next to Montefiore Clinic.

You may call the church office at 718790-9120 – office open: Tues.-Fri., 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. or email: cogcministries @aol.com.

Sunday – Spanish Worship, 9:30 a.m.

Sunday School - 11:30 a.m.

Sunday – English Worship, 1:15 p.m.

Wed. Prayer – 7:00-8:30 p.m.

Thursday – Bible Study – Daniel & Revelation, 7-8:30 p.m.

12-step program every Wednesday, 7:00 p.m. at 159 Dreiser Loop We are distributing Free discount pre-

scription cards, no registration necessary.

Discount card accepted at all major pharmacies. Call church for information.

Goodwill Ministry Shop – free clothes. Also available bibles, books, jewelry, toys, gift items. Come in and browse. Items are donated. Open: Tues., Thurs.-Fri., 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

“I’ve learned from experience that the greater part of our happiness or misery depends on our dispositions and not on our circumstances.” Martha Washington AT T I T UDE DE T E R M I NE S AT T I T UDE I woke up early today, excited over all I get to do before the clock strikes midnight. I have responsibilities to fulfill

today. I am important. My job is to choose what kind of day I am going to have.

Today I can complain because the weather is rainy or I can be thankful that the grass is getting watered for free. Today I can feel sad that I don’t have more money or I can be glad that my finances encourage me to plan my purchases wisely and guide me away from waste. Today I can grumble about my health or I can rejoice that I am alive. Today I can lament over all that my parents didn’t give me when I was growing up or I can feel grateful that they allowed me to be born. Today I can cry because roses have thorns or I can celebrate that thorns have roses. Today I can mourn my lack of friends or I can excited-

ly embark upon a quest to discover new relationships. Today I can whine because I have to go to work or I can shout for joy because I have a job to do. I can complain because I have to go to school or eagerly open my mind and fill it with rich new tidbits of knowledge. Today I can murmur dejectedly because I have to do housework or I can feel honored because the Lord has provided shelter for my mind, body and soul. Today stretches ahead of me, waiting to be shaped. And here I am, the sculptor who gets to do the shaping.

What today will be like is up to me. I get to choose what kind of day I will have!

What will you choose this week?

—Bishop Na ncy R osa r io

Throwing garbage/objects from apartment windows is unlawful and dangerous.

CO-OP CITY FOOT CARE CENTER

Gregory S. Gang D.D.S., M.S. Complete Family Dental Care

SECTION 5 • BUILDING 29C 4240 HUTCHINSON RIVER PARKWAY EAST

(718) 671-2233 DR. LOUIS JACOBS, DIRECTOR ALL FOOT CONDITIONS TREATED The in-office surgical correction of BUNIONS • HAMMERTOES • INGROWN TOENAILS PAINFUL CORNS and CALLOUSES The treatment of traumatic foot injuries, heel spurs, bursitis and arthritis of the joints of the feet, toenail and skin infections, as well as other conditions.

Most Union and Insurance Plans Accepted.

HIP CMO (Montefiore) Health Plan Accepted.

We participate in Postal Workers, Mail Handlers, Letter Carriers, Verizon Workers, 1199, GHI, Blue Shield, Empire Plan, Medicare, Travelers, United Health Care and many other union and major medical plans.

Se Habla Español MEDICARE ACCEPTED • HOUSE CALLS BY APPOINTMENT

Diabetic Patients with Medicare may be eligible for shoes.

Cosmetic Bonding Periodontal (Gum) Treatment Endodontics (Root Canal) Dentures / Crowns / Bridges Participating Dentist UFT • Oxford • CSA • Con Edison Guardian • BC/BS • Aetna Cigna • HIP/Dental • PBA Most other dental plans as full or partial payment

Evening and Saturday Appointments Available

140-1 Casals Place, Co-op City Building 14, Section 2 - Bronx, NY 10475 Visit our website G r e g o r y G a n g D D S . c o m or email us at: smileggdds@aol.com

(718) 671 - 6000

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Help Wanted

Part-time help needed to re-stock shelves with beverage and food items. Must be able to occasionally lift boxes weighing 20-25 pounds. Location is within walking distance of Co-op City and Bay Plaza shopping area.

Early morning hours, 3 to 4 hours a day, 5 to 6 days a week (Monday – Saturday).

C a ll 718-767-9292.

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G et Top C a sh for your Jazz, Soul, R&B and Gospel albums from 50s to 70s. C a ll H owa r d a t 212-873-4016 a n yt im e.

8/25

Old Records Wanted.

Will Pay Top $$ for JAZZ, JAZZ, JAZZ, Rock & Roll, 50s, 60s, & 70s.

LP, 78 or 45.

Call Joe 718-384-7554 •

CO-OP SALES BLINDS!

EMERGENCY SERVICE

L&L APPLIANCE REPAIR

$20 OFF

— since 1969 —

Present This Coupon (except vacuums/lamps)

STOVES • WASHERS • REFRIGERATORS Fully VACUUM CLEANERS and more Insured NYC License #1233497

Call

Records Wanted

SERVICES

Blinds

Appliances Repair

718.792.2655 LIMIT — One Coupon Per Person

• Washers • Dryers • Stoves plus 10% off any repair Senior • Refrigerators Citizen Discount • Dishwashers

We do all the work and you get all the credit

718-671-1736 / in fo@n ewp a la ceclea n in g.com H ou se C lea n in g: $75 for 3-hrs of General/Heavy duty cleaning. $20 each additional hour. Labor ONLY/supplies NOT included.

W in d ow Wa sh in g: $5 per window/WITHOUT Guards. $7 per window/WITH Guards. 5 window minimum charge. Screen washing $2/screen.

H ou se P a in t in g: Prices start at $150 per room. 2 coats - 1 color/ FREE ESTIMATES. Scraping, spackling, etc. additional fees Labor ONLY/paint NOT included.

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www.n ewp a la ceclea n in g.com By Ap p oin t m en t O NLY 12/22

SPOONERS DOMESTIC SERVICE

VACUUM

9/22 • 4 Hour Minimum • General Cleaning — Call for Maint. Cleaning • Semi-Heavy Duty & Senior Care — $80 + tax • Super Heavy — $120 + tax Bonded • 7 Days • Accept Cash, Pay-Pal

SALES & SERVICE

1058 Morris Park Avenue, Bronx

Cleaning Service

New P a la ce C lea n in g Ser vices

Vacuums FREE Pick-up and Delivery!

1058 Morris Park Avenue, Bronx

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www.spoonercleaning.com Call

(718) 320-5112

For prompt service call:

(718) 379-8782 L & L APPLIANCE REPAIR

• Stoves • Washers • Dryers • Refrigerators • Vacuum Cleaners and more

10% DISCOUNT

(except vacuums and lamps)

Fully Insured NYC License #1233497

Call 718.792.2655 10/22

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Cleaning Lady Available, Monday to Friday, weekends possible. Good references. $10/hour. Call anytime, 646-436-7837, Beverly.

8/11

Ser vice C h a r ge on ly $24.95

Free Pick up & Delivery

Refrigerators, stoves, air conditioners, washers, dryers, dishwashers. Free service call with repairs.

We BEAT Any Quote!

if you are tired of paying too much for repairs!

718-829-9090

Bags, Belts & Filters

ACE APPLIANCE REPAIR

• Don’t Pay More At Your Local Hardware Store •

P&R APPLIANCE SERVICE

718-829-9090

Appliances Repair

1-800-479-2667

10/22

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SERVICES

Vertical, Mini, Wood, Pleats

Cleaning Service - Carpet

Assisted Living

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DR. STEVE’S APPLIANCE REPAIR

• 1 Year Guarantee on parts • Over 25 Years Experience • Insured • Seniors Discount • 10% OFF with this Ad Call (718) 671-0700 9/29

J RO P E R AP P L I ANC E R E PAI R Refrigeration • Gas Stove and Oven C a ll Now 646-326-6893

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EMERGENCY SERVICE

L & L APPLIANCE REPAIR

• ALL MAKES & MODELS • Stoves • Washers • Dryers •Lamps • Dishwashers • Refrigerators • Bags • Hoses • Belts • Vacuum Cleaners Family Owned & Operated Since 1954 NYC License #1233497 10% DISCOUNT Fully Insured

(except vacuums)

718.792.2655 2951 Middletown Road, Bronx, NY 10461 (Near Pelham Bay Station) 10/22

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Blinds

FAMILY BLINDS SERVICE Serving Co-op City for over 25 years Cleaning Service - Carpet

NEW STYLE BLINDS

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

FREE VALANCE & INSTALLATION NEW WINDOWS? Removal & Re-installation of any types of Blinds Quality work! Lowest Prices in Town!

Repair Closet Doors and much more!

Call Mike at: 718-974-1290

CO-OP SALES

- Grout & Carpet Cleaning El t he

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Call Anytime • Seven Days/Week • “When You See Me, You’ll Know Me!”

im in a t e Bu gs

1-800-479-2667

Co-op City Resident Specials

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CLASSIFIEDS

Co-op City Times • cctimes@riverbaycorp.com Floors

Cleaning Service - Windows

Moving

R O N ’S

GEORGE’S CLEAN WINDOWS Professional Window Cleaning • FAST RELIABLE SERVICE Cell:

1-203-482-6337

4/20/13

Clock Repair

Franklin Clock Shop 200 Hamilton Ave., White Plains, NY 10601

• EXPERT REPAIR ON CLOCKS • FREE ESTIMATES ON WALK IN REPAIRS • HOME SERVICE ON GRANDFATHER CLOCKS Work Guaranteed!

Mon. - Sat. 11 am - 4 pm

914.682.8068 914.843.6487 Call for Appointment

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M & M FLOORS

Computer Consultant, Sales & Repair

Access Computer Consultants Service • Repair • Instruction

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

10% Co-op City resident discount.

Call Mike. (718) 792-0024

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Handyman

HANDYMAN

Painting • Plastering • Sheet Rock Repairs • Vinyl/Ceramic Tiles Installed • Shower Doors/Vanity/Kitchen Countertop/Faucets Installed • Lights/Blinds Installed.

Fast Service Cell:

Call (718) 473-0772 Free Telephone Consultation $25/Hour Field Service Professional, Knowledgeable and Courteous Service

24-Hours a day / 7 days a week

6/30

Dataway Computers, Inc. Networking, Maintenance, Repair

$40 Field Service

FREE Phone Consultation

646-326-2676

Call: Ava ila ble: Au th en t ic Up gr a de Vist a to W in dows 7

Visit Us: www.dattaway.com

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Repair - Upgrade - Trouble-shooting - Systems Builder - Data Recovery - Virus Removal - Laptop Cracked Screen - Broken Power Jack. Call James 646-281-4475 • 718-324-4332

914.

423.

1773

Residential/Commercial Estate Clean-Outs ✔ Construction ✔ Appliances ✔ Furniture ✔ Paint Cans ✔ Wood Anything Non-Hazardous Heavy-Duty Cleaning

Building Management Companies Welcome to Enquire!

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Painting 8/4

1-800-479-2667 JASON LASH

• VERTICAL BLINDS • MINI BLINDS • SINK VANITIES • SPACE SAVERS • MATCHING HAMPERS • BATHTUB ENCLOSURES • CLIP-ON MIRROR FRAMES

• RANGE HOODS • LIGHT FIXTURES • KITCHEN CABINETS • CABINET REFACING • COUNTERTOPS • CUSTOM CLOSET MIRROR DOORS • CUSTOM WALL MIRRORS 7/28

Slipcovers

(718) 746-8925 PLASTIC SLIPCOVERS TABLE PADS

FAMILY LOCKSMITH Licensed and Bonded

CUSHIONS REFILLED • NEW FOAM RUBBER SOFA PLATFORMS LOW, LOW PRICES 7/28

HIGH SECURITY LOCKS

ALL STATE DECORATORS Upholstery/Blinds

Medco • MultiLock • Wilson

Celebrating 10 years of service to Co-op City.

Trucking Corp.

Home Improvement

20% Off Any Lock Job!

Lic. #1417990

RUBBISH REMOVAL

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Locksmith

MICROSOFT CERTIFIED PROFESSIONALS

JB RYAN COMPUTER REPAIR & UPGRADE

(917) 346-0862

MOVING Low Low Rates Residential/Commercial Local & Long Distance NO Extra Charge for Stairs, Weekends or Holidays.

FREE Mattress Covers Flat Rate/Free Estimates NYSDOT #T-35528 USDOT #1060058

High Quality Labor For a Low Price!

Serving Co-op City for over 25 years.

“When you see me, You’ll know me.”

Call Anytime • Seven Days A Week

Call Mike at: 718-974-1290

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REUPHOLSTERING

Custom Craftsmen - 40 yrs. experience. Sofas & Chairs upholstered; Slipcovers-Fabric & Plastic; Kitchen Chairs - $8.99 & up: Caning; Venetian Blinds; Drapes - Custom made Refinishing, Touch up & Polishing of Furniture

STYLISH DECORATORS • 718.881.7691 3314 White Plains Rd. • Bronx, NY 10467

July is National Parks and Recreation Month!

Advertise in the Co-op City Times Classifieds!

Call 718-320-3300, x3380 for our affordable rates!

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