Co-op City Times 08/14/10 by Co-op City Times

Vol. 45 No. 33

Saturday, August 14, 2010

Public Safety arrests Co-op City man wanted for attempted murder BY BILL STUTTIG Public Safety officers captured and detained an 18-year-old Co-op City resident last Friday who was wanted by the 47th Precinct in connection with an armed robbery and shooting on July 22nd near the vicinity of 4130 Dereimer Avenue. The capture of the suspect was carried out by Public Safety officers and detectives at approximately 5 p.m., Friday, August 6th. According to Lieutenant Ray Duran, commander of the Public Safety Detective unit, Public Safety was notified that a young man wanted for participating in a vicious armed robbery and shooting in the 47th Precinct on July 22nd was believed to be a Co-op City resident. According to Duran, the department was alerted and a uniformed officer spotted the suspect in the vicinity of the Dreiser Community Center at approximately 5 p.m. last Friday, August 6th. Plainclothes Public Safety detectives arrived at the location and followed the suspect for a short while before approaching him and taking him into custody near Building 8. Detectives from the 47th Precinct arrived at Public Safety headquarters, where the suspect was being detained, and shortly thereafter arrested the man. According to the criminal complaint filed with Bronx Criminal Court, the suspect faces a total of 19 charges against him including attempted murder in the second degree, numerous counts of robbery in the 1st, 2nd and 3rd degrees, numerous counts of assault in the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd degrees, four counts of criminal possession of a weapon, grand larceny and petit larceny.

According to the criminal complaint, released through the Bronx District Attorney’s office, the suspect is charged with taking part in a robbery at approximately 10 p.m. on July 22 where a victim was approached by him and two other suspects, and ordered at gun point to lie on the ground and empty his pockets. According to the criminal complaint, after the victim handed over $40 and an iPhone, the suspect allegedly fired three shots, striking his victim in the back of the neck. The victim also suffered wounds to his forearm and arm and an exit wound in the front of the neck. According to the criminal complaint, it is believed that this suspect did intentionally attempt to cause the death of this victim. The victim was rushed to a nearby hospital, treated for his wounds and survived. This arrest was the third major arrest or capture of a dangerous suspect carried out by Riverbay’s Department of Public Safety in less than a week. As reported in last week’s Co-op City Times, on Sunday evening, August 1st, officers intervened and stopped a carjacking in progress in the vicinity of Alcott and Asch Loop and caught and captured one of the suspects. The next evening, officers arrested a Co-op City resident wanted for a murder that occurred in the 47th Precinct on July 1st. At the time of his arrest, the suspect was armed with a fully loaded handgun, and resisted arrest while allegedly threatening the life of one of the Public Safety officers. He now faces numerous additional charges related to his resisting arrest and threatening the life of an officer.

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Obituary: Everod “Papa” Jefferson, founding member and long time leader of the Co-op City Little League BY BILL STUTTIG & MARY ANN SOWAH Everod “Papa” Jefferson, one of a handful of volunteers who founded the Co-op City Little League in 1970 and perhaps the most instrumental force in driving its growth and success over the next four decades, passed away after a long illness on Monday. He was 90 years old, due to turn 91 on November 2nd. A native of Panama City, Panama, Mr. Jefferson moved to this country as a young man and began work as a subway motorman for the New York City Transit Authority, a job he held for more than 25 years, helping him to support his five children: Eneida, Esther, Everod Jr., Angelo and Stanley. The Jeffersons moved to Co-op City in 1970, and Mr. Jefferson, an avid baseball fan and former player, began to take the initiative of starting a little league for the children of this then very new community. He began by knocking on doors to gauge interest among the community’s parents and to recruit dedicated volunteers like himself who were willing to help do the hard work involved in starting a badlyneeded youth sports program. His personality and commitment convinced other residents here to get involved. That personality and commitment never wavered over the next forty years.

Everod “Papa” Jefferson Photo by MA Sowah

His son, Everod Jr. said, “He was an unusual man in that regard because most people his age, at the time 50, would have already formed who they were and would not have tried anything that challenging. But he just threw himself into this community effort at the age of 50. It was just amazing to see him come alive the way that he did. He reinvented himself for a cause and that shaped the last four decades of his life and made those years very rewarding for him and for others.” The Jeffersons lived in Building 12 during those early years in Co-op City and later moved to Building 26B. His (Continued on page 2)

Reduced hours at Baychester Library could be part of cutbacks BY JIM ROBERTS Reduced hours of operations at the Baychester library branch are on the table as a possibility as part of the cutbacks that will be announced after Labor Day by the New York Public Library. The New York Public Library needs to make some cuts to close a budget gap that still remains in the upcoming year’s budget. Major cuts were avoided when a proposed $37 million cut to the Library’s budget was restored, enough to avoid closing some libraries completely or having them open as few as three days a week. However, the cuts that remain will require that service will be reduced to an average of five days per week. The reduced hours are now under con-

sideration by library administrators as a way to address the remaining budget shortfalls. But, according to a spokesperson for the Library system, no additional layoffs are anticipated as a result of these new cuts. “In regards to layoffs, we have laid off less than ten people and we do not anticipate any additional layoffs,” said Gayle Snible, a spokesperson for the New York Public Library system based in Manhattan. “We’re analyzing our budget right now and we will be coming to a decision about hours and releasing that after Labor Day.” There have also been some discussions about the possibility of closing some branch libraries, including Baychester, for

one day a week, potentially on Saturdays. However, library officials said this week that the necessary service reductions that are required to meet the remaining budget cuts may involve fewer hours, rather than shutting down for an entire day. The Baychester library branch currently operates six days a week and is closed on Sundays. The library is now open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. from Monday through Thursday and from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. The Baychester branch had 202,928 visitors for the fiscal year beginning on July 1, 2009 and ending on June 30, 2010. That’s an average of 16,910 visitors each month to the Baychester branch, located in the Bartow Plaza at Co-op City.

According to the Library, if the full $37 million in cuts had been approved, 736 full-time positions, or 36% of the workforce, would have been eliminated this year and up to 10 neighborhood branches would have been closed. Remaining branches would have been open on average four days a week. There would have been an estimated 1.8 million fewer visits to libraries by children as a result. The Library said that “130,000 New Yorkers and others wrote letters, donated more than $144,000 online, called elected officials, and raised their voices on the steps of City Hall.” (Continued on page 4)

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son Stanley, the youngest of five children, honed his skills under the guidance of his father and the other coaches of the league and eventually established a career in the Major Leagues that lasted for parts of six seasons, between 1986 and 1991, including stints with both the Mets and the Yankees. Stanley said of his father, “I learned everything for him. He was my educator, my motivator and my best friend. But it wasn’t only me; he was like that to the other players as well. Even with his work outside of Co-op City, he was just known as a nice guy and everybody loved him. He was a motorman on the subway and commuters would make the effort to catch his train and sit in his car just to share a brief hello with him. Just talking with him and being with him made everybody feel better.” “Mr. J, as he was affectionately known, loved children and baseball, which is probably why he served as a Co-op City Little League volunteer for so many devoted years. Even when his son Stan went on to play in Major League baseball, Jeff stayed on with the little league. One thing I remember the most is that during the board meetings he was the voice of reason, and always spoke out for the best interest of the players,” said Hector Ayala, former president of the Co-op City Little league and a current board director for the league. Mr. Jefferson was always at the Little League field from the first games to the very last home and away games — giving encouragement to those who wanted it, or a pep talk to help them stay focused and

enjoy the games. He touched thousands of lives and he was given a star on the Bronx Walk of Fame for his dedication to the little league. Last year, the CCLL honored Jefferson on Appreciation Day for his dedicated service to the league. Another former league president, Doris Jusino, the first and only female president of the league from 1994 through 1998 said, “He was a pillar of support for the league. He never wanted to be the highlighted figure but he was always the strength of the league. Only through his history and experience was my success as a league president possible. He will be missed and always remembered and appreciated.” Another long-time league volunteer, Cookie Carattini, remembered, “I was having financial difficulties many years ago when I was trying to get my grandson, Kenny, in the Co-op City Little League. I expressed my concerns to Mr. Jefferson and I asked could I pay little by little and he said that the League needed someone to help run the concession stand and I’ve been there ever since; he had great compassion for the kids who wanted to play. He made it happen.” Mary Ann Sowah, whose son Taylor became a standout player with the league for several seasons before going on to become an outstanding high school scholar-athlete in both baseball and basketball, said of her long-time friend and confidant, “Papa Jefferson was a wonderful heart! He was loved by all! Baseball and dancing were his passions. He will always be remembered as a kindred spirit who was

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able to move many people (especially those little league baseball ‘stars’) with his love of life, dancing and genuine warm smile. Papa was a real ray of sunlight.” Another former league president Ron Hines said, “I met Mr. Jefferson, as Treasurer of the Co-op City Little League. Like thousands of other parents who signed their boys and girls up to play baseball, as soon as I paid the fee, that began a loving mentor relationship. He could tell you stories about his childhood in Panama playing baseball with what he would call primitive equipment and tell the children how fortunate they were to have such beautiful fields and equipment to play the game he loved. The children loved to hear Jeff tell his ‘stories’. He made every child, no matter what their skill level, feel free to dream of a chance to make it to the major leagues.” Monique Hines said, “Mr. Jefferson was like a second grandfather to me. He always called me ‘his girl’ and even though I didn’t play baseball, I always felt a connection with him. Mr. Jefferson will truly be missed not only by the people involved in Little League, but all of Co-op City.” Gretchen Coles-Durant, co-founder of CCLL Women’s Softball League and former board member, said, “Mr. Jefferson was a superb being. His friendship was like a treasured gift. Every time I had the pleasure of being in his company I felt as if I was becoming richer and richer, even to his end. Mr. J’s shade of character is one that could never, ever be duplicated. His brilliant beam will continue to shine brightly.”

Riverbay Board President Helen Atkins said “The Co-op City Little League has been an essential part of this great community for four decades and I know Mr. Jefferson is very much responsible for that great success in helping so many of our children, not only become better players, but, more importantly, better people. The entire community owes a great deal to Mr. Jefferson and on behalf of the entire Riverbay Board of Directors, I offer our sincerest condolences to his family and the most heartfelt gratitude for his many decades of service to this community.” Steve Kaufman, who appeared at many Co-op City Little League events over many years as Co-op City’s representative in the New York State Assembly, said, “All you had to do is meet Everod one time and you knew he was a great man, a nice man. He showed his warmth in everything he did and he worked so hard for the children of Co-op City; he gave it everything. I am honored to have known him and to have worked with him over many years.” Mr. Jefferson is survived by his wife Lastena (Tina), his five children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and thousands of boys and girls who learned to love baseball and life through the activities of the Co-op City Little League. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, August 28th at St. Margaret’s Church located at 940 East 156th Street, Bronx, NY 10455; (718) 589-4430. Cards/Acknowledgements can be sent to Lastena Jefferson, 2420 Hunter Ave., #3E, Bronx, NY 10475.

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2nd Combing ty Blood p Cinext Co-oDrive Jazzmobile coming again on Aug. 16 Jazzmobile will return to Co-op City on Monday, August 16, 7:30 p.m. on the Section 5 Greenway, featuring Jazz vocals by Ghanniyya Green. Bring your chair or blanket and come enjoy jazz under the stars!

Registration for new admissions at P.S. 153 begins Aug. 30 The registration process for new admissions for the 2010-2011 school year at P.S. 153—the Helen Keller School, located at 650 Baychester Avenue, Bronx, N.Y., will be held from 9 to 11 a.m. on Monday, August 30 through Friday, September 3. Co-op City Buildings 15-25, Asch, Aldrich and Broun Place townhouses, 100 and 120 Co-op City Boulevard are zoned for P.S. 153. To register your children, you MUST bring the following or your child will not be officially registered: your child; your child’s original birth certificate; doctor’s or health station’s records of your child’s immunizations showing all complete dates (month/day/year) for 4 doses of DPT, 3 doses of polio vaccine, 2 doses of MMR, the first of which must have been given after the child’s first birthday; 3 doses of Hepatitis B (for children born after January 1, 1993), lead screening, 1 dose of Varicella (kindergarten children only) given on or after the first birthday; proof of residence (income affidavit from Riverbay listing everyone who resides in the apartment) and previous school records, if applicable. Please note that a notarized letter from someone stating that the child lives at your address is no longer acceptable. Registration will only take place on the days and times listed. In order to give the registration process the time it deserves, the school will only assign a certain amount of numbers each day of registration and will stop registering for that day either when all the allotted numbers have been taken or at 11 a.m.

BJ’s Wholesale Club Enrollment If you signed up in April, your membership will end in August. The dates and times to sign up are 5 to 9 p.m. on Tuesday Aug. 17 in Dreiser, Room 10 and Thursday, Aug. 19 in Bartow, Room 28. You will receive $10 off the $45 membership, 3 months free and $5 will go to the Riverbay Fund for summer programs.

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Riverbay seeks resident input on bus service changes BY BILL STUTTIG Taking MTA officials at their word that they would consider the input of Co-op City residents when making adjustments to recently changed bus routes serving Co-op City in the near future, Riverbay began surveying local residents as to their opinion on the quality of the community’s bus service. The survey is published at the bottom of this article and residents affected by the recent changes to the bus routes here are asked to fill out and return the published survey form to Michelle Sajous, Riverbay’s Director of Community Relations, before September 10th. The survey, which will be published in the Co-op City Times each Saturday in August, asks residents for feedback on the length of the average wait for buses during various times of the week, whether the MTA is following their posted schedules, what each resident feels are the major problems since the routes have been changed, and specific examples of problems they have endured and opinions on how these problem can be rectified. The survey was put together by Sajous and Algernon Quattlebaum, who formed the Co-op City Coalition against the MTA Cuts in the months following the announcement by the MTA that the local bus routes were being changed in the community as part of the MTA’s overall cost-cutting measures. The Coalition against the MTA Cuts arranged for a meeting between a handful of Co-op City residents and MTA officials

in late May to try to persuade the agency to rescind some of the planned changes. While the MTA would not agree to change their plans in any way, they did invite the community to submit their comments about the changes once they took effect and stated that those comments and suggestions would be considered when the MTA went ahead with possible adjustments to the newly designed routes, six months after they were implemented on June 27th. Sajous said that results of the survey will be shared as soon as possible with MTA officials including Ted Orosz, New York City Transit’s director of long-term bus route planning, who attended the first meeting with the Co-op City coalition in May and advised them that adjustments could be made to the routes six months after the initial implementation of the route after considering input from the community and others studying the impact and efficiency of the changes. Just last week, State Assemblyman Mike Benedetto convinced the MTA to add a few early morning buses to the Bx. 28 line to correct an hour-long gap in service between 5 a.m. and 6 a.m. weekdays, a time when many hard-working Co-op City residents have to begin their commute. Those changes are to take effect in September. Sajous said that she is hoping that if enough residents participate, the survey can result in more far reaching adjustments by the MTA going into 2011. The changes to the bus routes began on

June 27th, approximately six weeks ago, and since then cooperators have been complaining of much longer waits, additional transfers and longer commute times as a result. Under the new system which began in late June, the Bx. 26, which travels to and from Bedford Park via Allerton Avenue, now enters Co-op City on Bartow Avenue and goes into Asch Loop and into Section 5, bypassing most of Sections 1 through 4. The Bx. 28, which goes to and from Norwood via Gun Hill Road before continuing onto Fordham, now also bypasses Section 1 through 4 and goes directly into Section 5. The Bx. 28 no longer go to the northern sections of the community, Sections 1 through 4, except during overnight hours – midnight to 5 a.m. – when the bus will makes stops at Dreiser Loop and Defoe Place and Bellamy Loop. The Bx. 30 has kept the same route going to and from Norwood except that Asch Loop stops have been eliminated. The Bx. 38 travels between Co-op City and Norwood via Gun Hill Road except it does not go into Section 5, or through Asch Loop, terminating its run in Bay Plaza instead. In addition, beginning in September, the QBx.1 will be split into two separate lines – a new Bx. 23 which will shuttle riders between Pelham Bay station and all sections of Co-op City, and a new Q50 which will provide express service between Co-op City and Flushing, Queens.

Cooperator survey on Co-op City’s local bus service (please circle your answer) Wait time for the buses Monday – Friday (Peak/Rush hours) is: 0 – 15 minutes 15 – 30 minutes 30 – 45 minutes 45 minutes – 1 hour Wait time for the buses Monday – Friday (Non - Peak/during the day) is: 0 – 15 minutes 15 – 30 minutes 30 – 45 minutes 45 minutes – 1 hour Wait time for the buses Saturday and Sunday is: 0 – 15 minutes 15 – 30 minutes 30 – 45 minutes

45 minutes – 1 hour

How many minutes have been added to your commute to work? 0 – 15 minutes 15 – 30 minutes 30 – 45 minutes 45 minutes – 1 hour Are the buses following the schedule put out by the MTA? Yes No

Over an hour Over an hour Over an hour Over an hour

What do you perceive as your biggest problem in traveling around Co-op City by bus: 1. Too confusing 2. Too many transfers 3. Not enough schedules/maps 4. Transfers/connections not coordinated 5. New bus stops too far apart

Please give any specific examples of issues on time, connection or service: _________________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________________ Please mail or bring by Friday, September 10, 2010 to: Community Relations Department, Riverbay Corporation, 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475

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Public Safety Report CCPD urges residents to prepare for potential summer emergencies BY LIEUTENANT PAM APOLLO The month of August generally brings hot weather plus the threat of effects from tropical storms and hurricanes, and this year is no exception. Extreme weather in August also increases the risks of thunderstorms with lightning. The Co-op City Department of Public Safety urges all residents to make sure they are prepared for all types of emergencies. Being prepared allows residents to feel confident in the event of any type of emergency. It is always better to be over-prepared than not prepared at all. Preparing for emergencies should involve all members of the family. Establishing an emergency plan known to all members of the family is essential. Children actually enjoy helping to prepare for an emergency. There are several websites — www.fema.gov/kids/, www.ready.gov/kids/home.html and www.bam.gov.cdc — designed for children which help to educate them on all facets of different types of emergencies. Other websites for emergency preparedness are www.redcross.org and www.nyc.gov/html/oem/. These websites offer information regarding emergencies most likely to affect residents of our geographical area. Preparing for an emergency includes establishing a plan. The plan should

include a family meeting place, one local and one regional. The plan should take into account family members being at home, at work or at school. A local telephone contact and a long distance contact should be included. Telephone outages often only affect local services. Establishing a long distance contact will allow families to check on the status of all family members. All family members should be familiar with the plan. Putting together an Emergency Kit is also an important part of emergency preparedness. An emergency kit should include one gallon of water per person per day for at least three days. A three-day supply of non-perishable food, including a can opener for canned foods, plates, cups, utensils and paper towels should be included. Include a battery-operated radio and a flashlight with extra batteries for both. Never burn candles for light, they are a fire hazard. A well-stocked first aid kit and basic tools should be a part of every emergency kit. Moist towelettes, personal hygiene items and garbage bags should be included for personal sanitation. Clothing and blankets should be included for warmth and comfort. Prescription medications and eyeglasses should also be included. Books, games, puzzles and comfort items should be included for children. Infant formula

and diapers should be included for babies. Important family documents, identification and cash should be ready to bring in the event you must leave your home in an emergency. It is very important that everyone takes whatever steps they can to conserve electricity in order to decrease the risk of a blackout. Compact fluorescent light bulbs are a green alternative to conventional light bulbs. They utilize less energy while putting out more light per watt of electricity used. There are compact fluorescent bulbs made specifically for dimmer switches and 3-way lamps. Shut off lights when leaving a room. Turn off computers and monitors when they are not in use. Avoid using Christmas lights and other non-essential lighting. Consumer fireworks of any type are highly dangerous and are illegal in New York State. Zero-tolerance enforcement will be conducted by the Co-op City Department of Public Safety as well as the New York City Police Department. Barbequing is also 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. Have a safe and healthy summer. Use caution near pools, beaches and other bodies of water. Ocean beaches are particularly dangerous this time of year due to the effects of offshore tropical storms. Only swim in areas when lifeguards are on duty. Parents must supervise children at all times. Never swim alone. August is known as Eye Health Month. Be sure to have your eyes examined if you are due. Good eye health is part of your well being, which adds to your ability to stay safe and healthy. If summer fun includes consuming alcoholic beverages, be sure not to operate a motor vehicle. Also be sure to buckle your seatbelt, obey speed limits and avoid distractions when driving. Always remember, if you see something, say something. Call 911 and the Department of Public Safety at (718) 671-3050 or online at www.ccpd.us. Callers may remain anonymous when giving information. The Co-op City Department of Public Safety would like to thank all persons who have called in suspicious activity or sent information via our website. It is by your actions that the crime rate remains low and a high quality of life is maintained.

suspect wanted by the 47th Precinct Detective Unit on an outstanding murder warrant and open complaint for the same. After being informed he was under arrest, several officers had to wrestle the resistant suspect to the ground to arrest him. Once in custody, officers found the man in possession of a loaded .25 caliber semi-automatic handgun. Au gust 1, 100 Alcot t P la ce CCPD officers on patrol interrupted an apparent robbery and carjacking in progress. The officers spotted a woman on

the ground and thought at first they had a victim in need of medical attention. Upon further investigation, the officers observed that this was an armed robbery in progress. After a brief chase the suspect was apprehended and the victims made a positive identification. Items stolen from the victims were recovered from one of the defendants apprehended. It was also learned that the suspect was a person of interest to the 47th Precinct Detective Unit in at least three homicides that occurred within their jurisdiction.

from trained staff. The Baychester library also offers a variety of educational and recreational programs for children, teens and adults, in the 70-seat community room, on a regular basis. A spruce-up of the Baychester library in 2003 featured refurbishment that included: 22 public computers for adults, young adults and children, new shelving for non-

print materials, new lighting, flooring, and ceiling tiles, new furniture, new circulation desk, and refurbished community room. At the celebration of the library’s reopening after the renovation, Assemblyman Stephen B. Kaufman, who was a key contributor to the renovation, stressed the enhanced computers as well as other materials access, according to the library.

Public Safety Blotter: August 1 - August 7 Au gu st 6, 100 Dek r u if P la ce CCPD officers observed an individual wanted by the 47th Precinct Detective Unit for attempted murder and robbery. The CCPD Investigations Unit was able to take the man into custody without incident. It was learned the man had recently served time for another crime and had only recently been released. Au gu st 6, 100 Ben ch ley P la ce While conducting a vertical inspection of this building, CCPD officers observed two persons loitering inside. When told

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they had to leave, a female became belligerent with officers, yelling and cursing at them, assuming a fighting stance and refusing compliance. The officers placed her under arrest and charged her with disorderly conduct. Au gust 5, 99 Bella my L oop Ba ll C our t s A male playing basketball was assaulted by another player. The matter is still under investigation. Au gu st 2, 140 Deb s P la ce A CCPD officer on patrol recognized a

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Officers of the Month

Officers Jonathan Frias (l.) and Juan Santiago (r.) were presented the Department of Public Safety’s Officers of the Month awards earlier this week, by Lieutenant James Keappock, the department’s training director. Officers Frias and Santiago were honored for their role in stopping a robbery in progress on the afternoon of May 25th in front of the Bartow Shopping Center. The officers intervened as a young lady was having her phone forcefully taken from her by a group of youths. Upon the officer’s intervention, the young assailants tried to flee into the Bay Plaza shopping area, but the two officers canvassed the area and apprehended three of the robbers and arrested them after the victim positively identified them. Photo by Bill Stuttig

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A Message from C.S.O. DRAGGING FURNITURE AT NIGHT Using felt pads under your furniture (wall units, tables, chairs, etc.) will reduce the noise created from dragging them on the floor. Especially in the late evening/early morning hours. Felt pads can also protect your floors (kitchen and wood) from being damaged or scratched. The C.S.O Dept. suggests all cooperators use felt pads under their furniture.

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Letters to the Editor

Co-op City Times The antidote to apathy

To the Editor, Letters indicating opposite points of view appeared in separate issues of the Co-op City Times during the summer months of 2010; one letter criticized editing of a club article submitted by the Coalition to Save Affordable Housing. The other letter applauded the editing. That exchange of opinions points to something about our community that could use some airing — why are cooperators so apathetic that the most recent Riverbay Board election drew just bare-

ly enough shareholder votes to reach a quorum even though a number of financial prizes had been offered to encourage voting? There’s no single answer to the question, but the greatest single antidote to apathy is information and opinion. But in the Co-op City Times, opinion is confined to the viewpoint columns of Board Directors and letters to the editor. It’s not much. Most directors write infrequently. Space for letters is disproportionately small for a community of 50 to

60 thousand residents. Editors with the power to print or not print are determining what is or isn’t opinion in articles submitted by Co-op City organizations. The activities of community organizations under these restrictions, appears in the Co-op City Times largely as listings of social activities. There’s more going on here and when cooperators know more they’ll do more – like vote in elections! —Bruce Silberman

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Information vs. Ideology To the Editor, In last week’s newspaper Al Shapiro took issue with Director’s Viewpoint in the previous week’s issue of the paper. He felt that they distorted the facts to push their ideology agenda. He stated and I agree, “Director’s Viewpoint, are just that - their view of an issue.” My issue with Al Shapiro is that he provides no solution to the problem. I feel that the solution to the problem lies with the Board of Directors. They should require that a Riverbay staffer be responsible for the FACTS and FIGURES to provide them in a

timely and easily readable form to the shareholders. Shareholders, I believe would trust Riverbay to provide the facts without any agenda. For a start, Shareholders are entitled to the following: • The money spent since 2000 on Co-op City’s restoration, • The total cost on projects completed; • The cost so far spent on ongoing projects and the estimated cost to complete; • The Status on ongoing restoration projects; • Percentage completed;

Mary Ann Sowah Graphic Artist • The schedule for completing the project; • The Co-generation facility was tested by an outside corporation. They were to determine the electrical output for each of the three components, and the output when the three work together. Shareholders are entitled to a summary of that test. • I believe Riverbay should appoint an employee or shareholder to coordinate the collection and formatting of this information and its publishing in the Co-op Times on a regular basis. —Bruce Gitelson

Al Shapiro’s response Constructive criticism is always welcome, but it should be noted that the information referred to by Mr. Gitelson has appeared regularly in the Co-op City Times. —Al Shapiro

How to recognize and prevent bed bugs One of the most common forms of insect infestation throughout the world is bed bugs, which are easily transported from one home to another, or even one part of the world to another, through luggage, clothing and common household items, such as mattresses and carpets. Bed bugs can be a particularly prevalent problem in multi-unit housing complexes, such as Co-op City, because the pests easily travel from one apartment to another via wires and pipes that interconnect through adjoining apartments after being brought into a building through any of the variety of means mentioned above. The most common areas for bed bugs to hide is, naturally, a bed, living in the seams, tufts or crevices of a mattress or box spring. They can also thrive in sofas, dressers, wall-to-wall carpeting, televisions and smoke detectors. The most common bed bug found in

the United States is called the “Cimex Lectularius” described as brown, flattened oval and wingless. They lay eggs that are very tiny and hard to see, generally the size of a dust spec. The insects are generally active at night as they thrive in dark, moist areas and are attracted to warmth, feeding solely on the blood of warmblooded animals and humans. A bed bug pierces the skin of a human with two tiny tubes, one that injects saliva, which contains anticoagulants and anesthetics and the other drawing the blood from its host. After feeding for about five minutes, the bug will return to its hiding place. Bed bugs will generally seek blood every five to ten days, but can survive without feeding for up to 18 months. Generally, bites are not felt for perhaps hours later, usually in the form of minor skin reaction, resembling the bites of mosquitoes or fleas. Repeated exposure to bed bugs dur-

ing a period of several weeks may cause people mild to intense allergic responses. The best way to determine if you have an infestation of bed bugs is to inspect the places in your home where bed bugs are known to thrive and if you suspect an infestation, you can arrange for an exterminator to visit your home by contacting your CSO office. Please know that once it has been determined that your apartment does have a bed bug problem, there is a fee charged to the shareholder for extermination of the bugs. If you suspect you have a problem, contact the CSO office in Dreiser Center, Room 6 at (718) 320-3433 or (718) 3203455; contact the CSO office in Bartow Center, Room B, by calling (718) 3203403 or (718) 320-3404; contact the CSO office in Einstein Center, Room 37, by calling (718) 320-3591 or (718) 3203593.

Deborah Harris Editorial Assistant The Co-op City Times welcomes issue-oriented letters to the editor to be considered for publication. All letters, in prose, not poetry, must be addressed to the editor, not to third parties. All letters must be handsigned by the writers and include their addresses and phone numbers, which will be kept confidential, so that the editor can verify the authenticity of the authors. Writers will be limited to one letter per topic. And to give every one a chance, we will limit writers to one published letter every 30 days. Anonymous or unsigned letters will not be accepted for publication. Letters cannot exceed 350 words. Ideally, they should be typed. All letters must be in the Co-op City Times office in Room 21, Bartow Community Center, by 3 p.m. every Monday to be considered for publication in that week’s edition. Views and opinions expressed in letters and Directors’ Viewpoint are solely the writer’s, and not necessarily shared by the Co-op City Times or Riverbay Corp. Advertisements and classified advertisements in the Co-op City Times do not necessarily reflect an endorsement from Riverbay Corporation of goods and services, but present greater options to cooperators of products and services available. The Riverbay Corporation does not assume any responsibility nor is it a party to any contract or agreement between the cooperator and the vendor. All matter published herein is copyrighted by the Co-op City Times. Permission for reprints of advertising or editorial contents produced by the Coop City Times must be obtained in writing from Riverbay Corporation, 2049 Bartow Ave., Bronx, New York 10475.

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Important Notice to Shareholders of Building 3 Article SIXTH of your Occupancy submit your completed form for a short- lease, notify Riverbay, in writing, Agreement provides, in part, that your lease term lease no later than thirty (30) days Attention: Sales Support Office, 2049 automatically renews for an additional before the expiration of your present lease. Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475, ninety three (3) year period. You need to do noth- If you will be moving out at the end of your (90) days prior to lease expiration. ing if you want your lease to extend for another three (3) New Three (3) Year Last Date to Request Current Lease year period. If you desire a either a One (1) or Expiration Date Expiration Date lease of less than three (3) Two (2) Year Lease years, you may call 718-3203373 to request a form to subBuilding 3 November 30, 2010 November 30, 2013 October 31, 2010 mit for either a one (1) year or 150 & 170 Dreiser Loop two (2) year lease. You must

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Garage Committee seeks volunteers I would like to thank President Helen Atkins for appointing me chairman of the Garage Committee and I would like to take this opportunity to canvass for volunteers to serve on the committee. I envision the committee as a liaison for both the Board of Directors and our cooperators with the man-

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agers of the parking facilities. We will review existing policies and recommend changes when necessary; we will also make the parking facili-

ties managers aware of any problems with our parking facilities. I would like one representative for each garage, including myself and my two co-chairmen. This representative would be responsible for reporting on the condition of their garage. As of now I am thinking of holding meetings the second or third

Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. though this can be changed. If you are interested in serving you can email me at baldsgm@optonline.net or send a letter to: Riverbay Board of Directors attn: Bill Gordon 2049 Bartow Ave Bronx, NY 10475

Zodiacs Track Club Outstanding – the Zodiacs were blessed with three national medals. Every amateur athlete’s dream is to medal at a national meet and we were blessed with three. In Hampton Road, Virginia for the 2010 Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) Junior Olympics, Michael Hall won his first national medal in the boys intermediate long jump. Michael jumped his personal best when it most counted, with a jump of 22 ft. 03 inches to bring home the bronze medal. Thanks to additional instructions from Andrew from Truman High School, Andrea Amorosa moved up in rank. She went from 10th place in the youth girls javelin throw to win the silver medal. She threw 73 ft to qualify for the Junior Olympics. She threw 86 ft. 8 inches to win the silver medal in the youth girls javelin throw at the Junior Olympics. Last but not least, Dominick Jackson qualified for the 2010 Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) Junior Olympics and the 2010 North American Hershey’s Track & Field Championship. Parents had to choose which event they wanted to attend. Both were held the same week. They picked the Hershey’s Track & Field Championship. It was an all-paid trip by the Hershey Chocolate Corporation. After

Dominick toured the Hershey Chocolate plant, Hershey’s Chocolate World and enjoyed the Hershey Park Entertainment Complex, plus other activities on Thursday and Friday, she competed in the 100 meter race and brought home the silver medal. Go, Dominick, Andrea and Michael. Winning medals on the national level is a great accomplishment. Other Zodiacs who I must mention because they ran their personal best and moved up in the rankings nationally, are Giovanna Tolbert who ran 10 seconds faster in the sub-bantam girls 1500 meter run and 6 seconds faster in the 800 meter run; and Darren Dawson who ran 1.5 seconds faster in the boys subyouth 400 meter dash. This is what coaches and parents want from their athletes, to perform their best on the national stage. Great job. Thanks to the community support, we were able to pay out over $2,200 in stipends to allow children and coaches to attend the national meets. We thank you for the support. You do believe that “It takes a village to raise a child.” Thank you. It was a great week in Virginia. After competing, we took the children to Virginia Beach; they enjoyed the water, playing in the sand, jumping in the waves. We also went to Ocean Breezes Water Park. They have the wave pool and many

Zodiacs celebrating with Michael Hall after he won his medal at the AAU Junior Olympics.

water rides. We enjoyed the pool at the hotel and dinning out. For pictures, go to our web site Zodiactrack.org. Zodiacs will be having their BBQ at FDR Park on August 15th. For additional information, please contact the Parent Committee. The Zodiacs are currently on a much needed break. We will resume training in September. We will have our semi-annual orientation on August 27th, in room 28 in Bartow Community Center at 7 p.m. 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 have a parent or guardian attend this orientation. Please continue to help us in advance by sending a tax deductible donation to the Zodiacs Track Foundation, P.O. Box 67, Bronx, New York 10475. For additional information, please contact President Thomas Francis at 718-679-2060 or Co-president Winston Dinkins at 914-441-6196, email WATCLT@AOL.COM or visit our website ZODIACSTRACK.ORG.

Assemblyman Benedetto to resume lobby visits Assemblyman Michael R. Benedetto kicked off his 2010 Co-op City lobby visits last Tuesday, August 10, when he visited the lobby of Building 30B (4100 Hutchinson River Pkwy.) from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. The very popular lobby visits enable

the Assemblyman to directly tell Co-op City residents what has been happening in Albany and to be able to find out “what’s on the mind of the average Coop City citizen”. “Business in Albany had me tied up until last week, so my week-to-week

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schedule was uncertain. Now that we have finished our work in the State Capitol I can focus on matters in my district and, hence, I am restarting my lobby visits.” Since being elected to the State Legislature, Assemblyman Benedetto has visited the lobbies of Co-op City buildings

to meet with his constituents, and has met and talked to thousands of cooperators through these lobby visits. “Besides being an information gathering time, it also is an enjoyable evening of casual conversation and meeting nice people,” concluded the Assemblyman.

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Broun Place Townhouse Association Planning a party, paint job or renovation? Why not let your neighbors know so that the change in noises and noise level will not alarm them and if they want to plan to not be home they have that option. We used to make that the rule of behavior in those circumstances. We remain in the midst of controversy regarding three important issues dividing cooperators. It is up to us to define who and what we believe in but Broun Place suggests particularly regarding health care, health care coverage and the future status of Medicare that you pick up a copy of the literature Mr. Hector Pou of the Visiting Nurse Service left us and get the actual facts. Cooperators have enough

to contend with then to be thrown off kilter by the use of scary adjectives published by others. While we are mentioning complete stories, again thank you Co-op City Times for publishing more practical information regarding another sensational story that is being covered, bedbugs. For those that are computer savvy there is much more information on line and now there is a specialist that has been appointed by the Mayor and his directions for determining and eliminating the problem are also on-line. Town house residents with washing machines should use a hose lint filter attached to the washing machine release hose in order to alleviate drain clogs and

backups. Having the lint filter, which looks like a mesh sock, over the hose, prevents almost 100% of the backups. Please contact your Broun Place president for information on this simple solution. Broun Place residents appreciate that New York State Assemblyman Michael Benedetto was able to secure some modifications in the bus schedules. However, many cooperators have had to develop new walking paths to their bus lines and shopping due to the closure of the crossway path between Dreiser Loop and Broun Place. Clearly some have stopped shopping in Dreiser Loop and Bartow Avenue or are taking expensive buses in order to have the access they need. Broun

Place appeals to the Board and administration to construct a path that would provide the access that is needed. Please alert the Broun Place Executive Committee of any problem you need addressed or of an event or celebration you wish noted in our weekly press release. Broun Place Committee reminds cooperators to conserve water and electricity. Residents, we are lucky to live here and not in a country suffering from really severe conditions. Cooperators ill or homebound, a speedy recovery is wished for you and congratulations to all of our neighbors celebrating a happy event. —E va L a za a r

Building 30 Association The Building 30 Association (A & B) is here for you! There is always an advantage to becoming a member of your association. Won’t you please join? Be sure to read the Building 30 Bulletin Board located in your lobby to learn of future get together events. Attention: We have an e-mail address. It is: Building30@hotma il.com

Join the Crochet Club this fall. We meet every Wednesday from 1 to 3 p.m. in our meeting room on the “B” side. The fir st meeting is scheduled for Wednesday on September 3. Learn how to Crochet with Linda. Her students have progressed very nicely. She has patience and teaches you with feeling. Give it a try! It’s a great way to exercise your mind and fingers. Thanks to our

Saving water – help make a difference Last year, Riverbay paid $16 million in water charges, one of the biggest expenses for Co-op City shareholders. Starting July 1, 2010, the rates increased by 12.9%, which amounts to an additional $2.3 million per year in operating expenses. The entire community can help by saving water to reduce this additional expense. What causes the increase in water bills? Water wasted in your toilet A trickling toilet can waste 30 gallons per day. Cost – 27 cents per day. A leaking toilet can waste 250 gallons per day. Cost - $2.26 per day. A constantly running toilet can waste 6,000 gallons per day. Cost $54.22 per day. Water wasted in your tub, shower and sink A slow drip faucet can waste 36 gallons per day. Cost – 33 cents per day. A steady drip faucet can waste 180 gallons per day. Cost - $1.63 per day. A half-open faucet can waste 1,620 gallons per day. Cost $14.64 per day. A fully-opened faucet can waste 3,600 gallons per day. Cost -

$32.53 per day How can you make a difference? Bathroom Do take short showers and save 5 to 7 gallons a minute. Do fill the tub halfway and save 10 to 15 gallons. Do install water-saving showerheads and faucet aerators and save 2.2 gallons a minute. Don’t run the water while shaving, washing your hands or brushing your teeth and save 2 to 3 gallons a minute. Don’t use the toilet as a wastebasket, and don’t flush unnecessarily. Kitchen and laundry Do check all faucets and make sure each has an aerator and reduce flow by one gallon a minute. Your CSO office has aerators. Don’t let the water run while washing dishes. Kitchen faucets use 2 to 3 gallons a minute. Filling a basin only takes 10 gallons to wash and rinse. Don’t run water to make it cold. Have cold water chilled in the refrigerator, ready to drink. Do run the washing machine only when full. Save even more by using the short cycle. Everywhere Do repair leaky faucets and turn taps off tightly. A slow drip wastes 15 to 20 gallons each day. Riverbay Corporation thanks shareholders for their cooperation.

teacher Linda Werner. Have a safe, happy and healthy summer! Coming Events: We will continue to run our 50/50 Raffle at our meetings. Refreshments always follow at the end of the meeting. Watch the Association Bulletin Board in your lobby for dates and times of events. Get involved and make a difference!! We are looking forward

to meeting and greeting you at the meetings. We had so much fun at Friday evening Pokeno Night that we have planned to do it again on Friday, September 1 from 7:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. so watch our Bulletin Board for information. We would like to do this at least once a month. Read this article for further Game Night updates. Mir iam E . Ber lofsky —M

Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 6470 Co-op City Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 6470 is actively recruiting new members for the Post, which has seen several prominent members pass on or move away in the last few years. Any United States military veteran of overseas conflict is eligible for membership. For more information, call Martin Roth at (718) 379-5590.

Submit your articles for clubs/organizations 24/7 via email to: cctimes@riverbaycorp.com The deadline for submitting club articles — Mondays at 3 p.m.

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Black Forum J a zz m ob ile c om in g a ga in soon Jazzmobile will return to Co-op City this Monday, August 16, 7:30 p.m. on the Section 5 Greenway, featuring Jazz vocals by Ghanniyya Green. Bring your chair or blanket and come enjoy jazz under the stars! Defe n sive Dr ivin g Our defensive driving course will be back on Saturday, September 18, Rm. 1, Dreiser Community Center, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Call today to register, 718320-8035. Please mail your check in the amount of $35 to P.O. Box 563, Bronx, N.Y. 10475. All money must be received at least one week prior to the class. No personal checks will be accepted on the day of the class, only cash. E xer cise a n d Da n ce c la sse s In September, the Black Forum will be presenting the following programs: Aerobics, salsa and other dances, belly dancing, Tai Chi, and dance classes for children. These classes will be held throughout Co-op City. Call today to register, space is limited, (718) 3208035. Classes are starting soon so register as soon as possible.

B la ck F or u m Ae r ob ics cla s ses Get in shape. Recent medical studies have shown that women who exercise 1-2 hours a week can lower their cholesterol levels by 20 points or more. Won’t you join us every Monday and Wednesday, 7:30 - 8:30 p.m. in the Dreiser Community Center, Auditorium A, for aerobics classes by Body by Andrea. Classes are $3 per person. Please call to register, (718) 320-8035. New Yor k Lyon s M a n e Tr a ck C lu b If your child, 8 - 17 years old, would like to run track, join the New York Lyons Mane Track Club, under the professional guidance of Don Lyons. Call to register, 718-320-8035. E m er ge n cy F ood P r ogr a m - Ne w H ou r s & Da ys We are now open on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 11:15 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. in Room 20 at the Dreiser Community Center. Also, due to budget constraints and shortage of available food, you must live within zip code 10475 to participate in this program. You must also have your card with you and bring two clean plastic shopping bags. In order to receive food, you must present a current

photo ID such as a non or driver’s license or any photo ID card with proof of address. You will then be issued a card in order to pick up food in the future. Volu n t eer s u r gen t ly n eed e d ! Would you like to volunteer? Contact us at (718) 320-8035. P lea se h elp u s t o h elp you More food can be made available, however, in order to do so, we have to pay the pick-up and transportation costs. We ask the community to donate $1 - $5 to the Black Forum of Co-op City. Please send your donations to Black Forum, P.O. Box 563, Bronx, N.Y. 10475. We Ne ed 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: tonyshome10475@gmail.com. Help us keep independent community organizations alive in Co-op City. Don’t wait until it’s too late. Everyone is encouraged to join. Call us or visit us in Room 20 in the Dreiser Community Center.

African-American Association The Association sponsors the following programs, in which we invite you to participate: Bu sin ess O p p or t u n it y Wor k sh op - Wednesdays, 7:00 p.m., Dreiser Center, Room 15. Call 646-721-8185. Book Discu ssion s – The Communiversity of AfricanCentered Education will hold the next book discussion on Monday, September 13th, 7:00 p.m., Dreiser Center, Room 15. We will finish the discussions of “From MisEducation to Education” by Dr. Na’im Akbar. If you have question or comments, please call 718-379-5555. E ven in g F it n ess Wa lk s – Feeling sluggish after dinner? Want to get rid of the bulge? Bored from being a “couch potato?” Too hot to walk during the day? If so, join members of the Association in taking Evening Fitness Walks on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays during the month of August from 7:00-9:00 p.m. beginning August 5th. Meeting place: the benches near Truman H.S. C h ild r en ’s E a r ly M or n in g P r ogr a m – If you need childcare in the morning before school begins, we are available to care for your children on school days starting

in September. Call Ms. Hinds, 718-379-5555. C h ild r en ’s Aft er Sch ool P r ogr a m – The Learning Source is available to care for your children, assist them with homework and offer other enrichment activities. To register, call Ms. Stevens 718-379-5555. The Job/Entrepreneurial Program, Computer Classes, Belly Dancing, Yoga & Pilates and Salsa Dance Classes will resume in the fall. C u b Scou t Pa ck – The families that have registered their children will be contacted regarding upcoming meetings/events. ASC AC – The Association for the Study of Classical African Civilizations is offering scholarships for students engaged in the study or research of African history on the continent or the Diaspora. Call 718-379-5555. St a y I n for m ed – Democracy cannot exist without an informed public. Tune in and support the following programs for information that’s vital to the AfricanAmerican community: “Global Beat Experience” with Imhotep Gary Byrd, Fridays, 7:00-9:00 p.m., WBAI Pacifica Radio, 99.5 FM; “Health is Here,” Saturdays,

6:00-8:00 a.m. and Sundays, 7:00-8:00 a.m. WRTN 93.5 FM; “Gil Noble” Sundays, noon, WABC TV Channel 7; “Hour of Power,” with Rev. Al Sharpton, Sundays, 9:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. “Open Line” with Brothers Bob Slade, James Mtume and Bob Pickett on 98.7 KISS FM; WBAI Pacifica Radio, 99.5 FM, all day, everyday; Democracy Now. CUNY Cable channel 75 daily at 6:30 p.m. with Amy Goodman and Juan Gonzales. Also, read the NY Amsterdam News and the Caribbean News. G en er a l M em b er sh ip M eet in g – The next meeting is scheduled for Saturday, September 11th, 4:00 p.m. in Dreiser Center, Room 15. If you cannot attend, we encourage you to join by mailing your membership dues of $15 for single adults and $25 for families to: African-American Association of 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. We hope that all our members and friends are enjoying the summer. —F r a n cin e R eva J on es

Building 33 Association The Association hope everyone is enjoying the summer. I am writing to inform the building about the way you as a cooperator take care of this building. Why, when there are two garbage cans in the lobby, are our elevators are always littered with soda cans, napkins, wrappers, paper and assorted rubbish? This is an eyesore, and it tells a lot about the people who live here. We do not want people to think we do not care, so please talk to your children about leaving trash in the elevators.

Starting in September, we will be in the lobby collecting building dues. Dues will be $10.00 per apartment. This is necessary in order to do the things we like to do in this building, so please cooperate. The Building Association meeting were on hold due to the condition of our meeting room. If this condition is not corrected by September or October, we WILL have to use the Section 5 room. I think building meetings are important. It brings the building together to talk about issues of our concerns.

Also, if there is someone you would like to talk to, feel free to call me and I will invite them to come out. As President of this building, I am not giving up on you. We have a lot of ethnicity in this building, and I cannot understand why we do not come together for the building meetings and talk about our concerns. Let’s try. We need more young families to come out. Come on, you live here too. Enjoy the rest of the summer. —P a t r ic ia Bon a p a r t e

Building 18 Association Hi, just keeping in touch!!! Our next general meeting is scheduled for Monday, September 20th at 7:00 p.m. A guest speaker is scheduled for that evening. Refreshments and 50/50 drawing will be done as usual. To our seniors and interested parties, the next movie matinee is Wednesday, August 18th at

3:30 p.m. in the association room. Please come and enjoy this social outing with your neighbors and friends. Reminder: The deadline to place an article in the September/October issue newsletter is Sunday, August 15th. Email Address: BLDG18newsletter@ aol.com. Please enjoy the rest of your summer vaca-

Deepest Sympathy My sincerest sympathy goes out to my friend and former colleague on the Riverbay Board of Directors C leve Ta ylor and his family on the recent passing of his wife An gela. My thoughts are with them during this difficult time of mourning. —Ton y I llis

tion; be safe, healthy and happy, and stay out of the heat as much as possible. Our heartfelt sympathy to all the bereaved families, and to the sick and homebound, we pray for a speedy recovery. TOGETHER WE CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE. —Gertie Brown

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American Legion Post 1871 Post 1871 is located in Section 5, Einstein Loop Community Center, Room 41 on the 2nd floor. If you have a computer you can also reach us by using our e-mail address: post1871@optimum.net. Greetings to all our comrades who are residing in the Bay Park Nursing Home. Our minds and hearts are with you each and every day hoping that you will have a blessed day. Happy Birthday to all our comrades that have a birthday in the month of August: Alphonso Dixon, John Calderon Jr., Richard I. Lawson, Jr., Kenneth W. Nelson, William A. Scott, James A. Sheffield, Louis Menchise, Garey D. Frierson, Denise Chavis, Clemon W. Lucas, Phillip G. Roy, Paul G. Roy, Paul K. Winfrey, Hector L. Ayala, Edward J. Nell, Salvatore R. Gargiulo, Lawrence Huchfeld, Mervyn Winn, Jose M. Ozuna and Barbara A McKinnon. Attention all Post members: your dues are due. Please send your money by mail or drop it off at the Post at your

Retirees of Dreiser Loop, Inc. AT T ENTI O N! Our first monthly meeting will resume on Wednesday, Sept. 1 at 1:30 p.m. in the Dreiser Loop Community Center’s conference room. Come join us. RETIREES and Friends, keep in mind that our club room is in Room 19 at the Dreiser Loop Community Center, (718)-379-0377. The Club room continues to be available for your weekday socializing (after 1:00 p.m.) to have fun and laughs playing cards, board games, or just watching one of your favorite TV programs with friends. So what are YOU waiting for? It’s that time of the year again – Friday Bridge Classes. Make a note: First (2010-2011) class will begin on Friday, September 10th. To register for the Friday Bridge Classes, call Alvin Lisle, instructor at (718) 671-8852. Classes will be held in the Retirees Club room, room 19, at the Dreiser Loop Community Center. Walk-ins are welcomed. Learn to Play Bridge —keep your mind alert. Beginner’s classes – 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. and Advance/Intermediate classes – 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.. CANCELLED! The Psalms of David play - Sight & Sound Theatre - September 15th. (Contact Lorraine Parker at 718 671-6403 for information). T R AVE L AC T IVI T I E S: Historical Savannah, GA and neighboring towns. September 19-24 (6 days/5 nights, Mon-Fri.). Price: $489.00 per person-double occupancy. (5 breakfasts & 3 dinners). (Contact Dolores Shivers at (917) 282-0320 for details). We have rescheduled the Tunica, MS and Memphis, TN trip. Date: Oct. 23-Oct. 31 (9 days/8 nights, Sat-Sun). The trip includes touring Memphis; visit the Civil Rights Museum, dedicated to Martin L. King, the Smithsonian Museum, the Rock ‘n‘ Soul Museum, and much much more. Price: $690.00 per person-double occupancy. (Contact: Eleanora Jones at 718 671-5707). Mark your Calendar! We are going to AC Hilton Casino. Nov 16-18 (3 days/2 nights, Tues-Thurs). Price: $200.00/Double and $265/Single occupancy. (Contact: Ida Morton at 718 379-0377 for information and deposits). T HE AT R E C O M M IT T E E : POSTPONED! The “Unchain My Heart, the Ray Charles Musical” play has been postponed until the Spring 2011. The Committee members meet in the Club room, Room 19 on Thursdays after 3 pm or call (718) 379-0377. CHECKS OR MONEY ORDERS ONLY WILL BE ACCEPTED FOR ALL CLUB ACTIVITIES. GOO D AND W E L FAR E : The RETIREES support all of you on the mend and send warm and bright wishes for a speedy recovery, and a subsequent long and healthy life. You may contact Elinor Gordon at (718) 379-8755 regarding illnesses and bereavements. Do have a safe fun-filled summer. Good Health and Good Fortune to all! —C la u det te Da vis

earliest convenience. Sept. 3, 2004 - The American Legion lobbying leads to more in elimination of the Disabled Veterans Tax with passage of PL 108-375 that eliminates the 10-year phase for 100 percent service connected retires, allowing them to immediately begin receiving both retired pay and VA disability payments. Did you know that almonds are making their way to the top of the food list - and for a good reason. Almonds have numerous health benefits. They are high in Vitamin E and protein, and they may actually lower LDL, the “bad cholesterol,” and reduce the risk of heart disease and diabetes. Plus, they are very tasty too. Each summer, when American Legion Post receive their membership cards for the coming year, there will be an increasing number of Legionaries whose dues are already paid for the following year and every year after thereafter as long as they live. They are Legionnaires who have voluntarily chosen to become Paid-up-for-life

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Co-op City Branch of the NAACP This week we bring you all the information you need to know to participate in the September 25 Annual Co-op City NAACP 5 Mile Walk around Co-op City. The walk is planned for Saturday, September 25 with a rain-date of Sunday, September 26. Please register by calling E. Donnley, 718-379-1297 or L. Townes at 718-379-3504. Applications and pledge forms will also be available at the branch table at the next Co-op City Fair in Section Five. On September 25, participants will gather by 7:30 at 100 Erskine Place to submit pledges and sign-in and join in start-up activities. The walk commences at 8 a.m. and the track is the circumference of Co-op City. Participants are encouraged to get as many signature pledges as possible. Pledges begin at a minimum of $2 per mile. If a mile is $2 and the walk is 5 miles, the pledge is $10. All pledges should be turned in prior to the walk or the morning of but final collections are due Friday, October 1, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Branch represen-

tatives will be available to accept final pledge amounts. Bring collections to 100 Erskine Place, the Co-op City NAACP Center. A portion of the proceedings will go to the Co-op City NAACP Daycare Center and a portion will benefit the Scholarship Fund. Now is the time to show support for the Co-op City Branch of the NAACP. Remember, “The NAACP talks the talk; now it’s your turn to walk the walk!“ Mention of the historic 101st convention just held in Kansas City is noteworthy; the NAACP announced both the U.S. House of Representatives and the U.S. Senate passed a resolution honoring the NAACP on this occasion. The legislation, H. Con. Res. 242, introduced by Congressman Al Green (TX) was championed in the Senate by Senator Christopher Dodd (CT); both have consistently supported the NAACP and many of our legislative efforts during their tenure in office. The resolution recognizes the 101st anniversary of the founding of the National Association for the

Advancement of Colored People. The NAACP works to ensure the political, educational, social, and economic equality of all persons. This resolution passed the U.S. House of Representatives by a vote of 421 yeas to 0 nays on June 16, 2010 and then passed the U.S. Senate by unanimous consent on June 18, 2010. The NAACP takes tangible steps toward solving issues impacting our communities. Become a member of the NAACP online: http://action.naacp.org/BeAMember, attend a branch meeting; there is more work to be done. Look at what the NAACP is doing today and what has been accomplished. Please let this office know if you need assistance. We look forward to seeing everyone at the Annual Walkathon and please attend the first meeting after vacation on September 26, 2010 at 3 p.m., 100 Erskine Place. Questions regarding the Co-op City Branch of the NAACP are answered by calling (718) 671-7856. —E va L a za a r

National Council of Negro Women Saturday School Registration Schedule: 2010- 2011 Registration takes place in room 14, Dreiser Community Center, $25 dollars nonrefundable registration fee must be paid at time of registration. August 14, 2010, Saturday, 10 a.m. to noon September 9, 2010, Thursday, 6 to 8 p.m. September 18, 2010, Saturday, 10 a.m. to noon September 25, 2010, Saturday, 10 a.m. to noon Registration for the entire year is $225 which includes the nonrefundable registration fee. A payment plan is available. For more information, call 718 655-9034 or 718 671-1058. Back to School Supply Drive: We are collecting: pens, pencils, marble notebooks, spiral notebooks, binders, folders, loose leaf paper, crayons, glue sticks, pencil sharpeners and back packs (book bags). Supplies collected will go to local shelter and our Saturday

Tutorial program. Drop off dates: Wednesday 8/11, 8/18 & 8/25 from 6 – 8 p.m. and Saturday 8/14 from 10 a.m. – noon at Dreiser Community Center, room 14. For additional information please call 917-399-2643. We also planning an “Early Christmas Shopping” trip to Tanger Outlets in Riverhead, New York on Saturday, October 23. There are over 16 brand name outlets such as Jones New York, Coach, Easy Spirit. We will end the day with a tour and wine tasting at Baiting Hollow Farms Vineyard before returning home. The cost for this delightful outing is only $60 per person. The bus will leave at 8 a.m. in front of the Dal Hardware store in Dreiser Loop. For further information, contact: 718671-4804 or 718-671- 6910 or 718-320-2366. Looking ahead, Save the Date July 30th —- August 4th 2011, a 5-day cruise to Canada on the “Carnival Glory” This will be a “NO-Fly” cruise leaving from

Manhattan. This cruise includes a Nova Scotia Black History Tour, round trip motor coach to pier, port charges and government taxes and all meals and daily entertainment while aboard the ship. The following rates per person (double occupancy); Balcony—$1042; Ocean View—$912; Inside—$792. Please send your deposit of $100 to hold your space. Remember – Passports are required and Cruise Protection Insurance is recommended. Contact information: 718-671-4804 or 718-671-6910 or 718-320-2366. Make all checks payable to: NCNW, Co-op City Section, P.O. Box 93, Bronx, NY 10473 The next membership meeting of NCNW Co-op City Section will be held on Saturday, September 11, at 2:30 p.m. in Room 11, Dreiser Community Center. Please Join Us !!!! —M a xin e Su lliva n

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Community Protestant Church On behalf of our Pastor, the Reverend Dr. Calvin E. Owens, and our Church family, welcome to Community Protestant Church, a church of love and understanding, located at 1659 East Gun Hill Road, Bronx, NY 10469; telephone (718) 862-9172. Summer Schedule: July 25 – September 5 Sunday School - 8:30 a.m. Worship Service - 9:30 a.m. Communion Service - Every First and Third Sunday Prayer Meeting and Bible Study - Wednesday at 7 p.m. *Note: Regular Worship Services at CPC begins September 12: Sunday School (Adults) - 9:00 a.m. Worship Service - 11:00 a.m. The Following Programs are at the Church’s Annex, 2053 Asch Loop North (Co-op City) Morning Prayer Services - Tuesday, 6:00 a.m. - 7:30 a.m. and 9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m. Neighborhood Bible Study - Thursday at 10:00 a.m.

Other Scheduled Events Soul Sisters Reading Network will not meet in August but hope you will join them on September 18 as they journey to the rural south with Kathryn Stockett’s startling new novel “The Help.” Contact cpcsisters@aol.com or (718) 320-1193 for additional information. You are cordially invited to An Afternoon Tea hosted by the Sister to Sister Women’s Ministry, on Sunday, August 22 at 1:00 p.m. at the Church. The program will include a Silent Auction and Hats by CeJunel. Donation: $20.00. For additional information or tickets contact cpcsisters@aol.com or (718) 320-1193. Saturday, August 28 - Nurses Ministry Annual Back to School Shopping Spree to Reading, PA. (Vanity Fair and Burlington Outlets). Bus departs 7:30 a.m. from Church Annex (2053 Asch Loop North, Co-op City). Donation: $41.00. For tickets or additional information, call (718) 671-7935 or (718) 671-1754.

Saturday, September 18, noon - 4:00 p.m. at Dreiser Auditorium B, the Pastor’s Aid and Missionary Ministries host an elegant and exciting Fashion Show and Luncheon featuring the fashions of Dressed to a “T” by Theresa Ferguson. Tickets: $50.00. For additional information and to purchase tickets, call (718) 379-4237; (718) 652-2906 or the Church at (718) 862-9172. Saturday, September 25 - Join the Nurses Ministry on their Annual Trip to The Big “E” State Fair in Springfield, Mass. Departure from Church Annex (2053 Asch Loop North, Co-op City) at 7:30 a.m. Tickets: $55/Adults; $35/Children (3-10). For additional information or to make reservations, call (718) 671-7935 or (718) 671-1754. The doors of Community Protestant Church are open to all to worship and fellowship with Christian believers of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. You are cordially invited to come in, join in and receive your blessing. —E va n G. M it ch ell

Coalition of African-American Churches & Community Organizations of Co-op City The Coalition of African-American Churches & Community Organizations of Co-op City’s next general membership meeting will be on Tuesday September 7th. Our 15th annual “Friends & Family Day Celebration” will be on Sunday October 17 at 3 p.m. Auditorium B, 177 Dreiser Loop. This event is free. The Coalition continues to plan activities that will enhance the quality of life in our community. Please inform the Coalition of any suggestions that you may have. Patricia Bonaparte is the President of the Coalition. The phone number is 718-320-1861. The Coalition is a non-profit organization dedicated to maintaining and improving the quality of life of coop-

erators and providing educational and culturally enriching programs for the community. We also act as one voice for all Coalition members where there are issues of common concern and human rights. Members of the Coalition include the following: African-American Association; Co-op City Baptist Church; Faith at Work Christian Church; Harriet Tubman Independent Democratic Club; NAACP, Co-op City Branch; Retirees of Dreiser Loop; St Joseph Episcopal Church; and Zodiacs Track Club. Please support our efforts by sending us your tax deductible contribution, made payable to: Coalition of African-American Churches & Community Organizations

of Co-op City, Inc, Post Office Box 619, Bronx, N.Y. 10475. Churches and organizations that desire to join the Coalition may apply for membership by either writing or calling (718) 320-1861 or (718) 671-5957 for a membership application which should be returned with a letter on your church/organization’s stationery and signed by the minister/president. Read the Coalition’s weekly column for the information about events and issues. Remember the Coalition motto is: “Coming Together is a Beginning, Keeping Together is Progress, Working Together is Success.” —H a r m a n T. L ea cock

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Evangelical Church of Co-op City — UMC O p en Door s, O p en H ea r t s a n d O p en M in d s Come and 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, multi-cultural and bilingual congregation and all are welcome. Services are at the church at 2350 Palmer Avenue, across the street from Building 30. Parking is available. Sunday Services – The first Sunday of the month is a bilingual service with communion at 10 a.m. Every other Sunday, the services are as follows: English Service at 9 a.m. and the Spanish Service at 11:30 a.m. There are Bible studies in English and Spanish at 10:30 a.m. We also have a chil-

dren’s service during the English service. Website - Visit our new website at www.co-opcityumchurch.org to learn more about our church and worship. Also learn about Buy for Charity on our website and learn how to support our church while shopping online for no extra cost to you. Neos Programs – the teens and children’s program every Friday night at 8 p.m. at the church. The teens will be off for the summer, though the children’s program will continue on Friday nights. Flea Market is Coming – We are having a flea market on Saturday, September 25th and if you are interested in being a vendor call Pauline at (718) 320-1552; call between 5 – 8 p.m. or call Barbara at (347) 603-7473 and leave a message and some-

one will get back to you as soon as possible. Cost is $30 per space and $5 per table. Music School – The church is happy to announce the start of the Crescendo Christian Music School at the Church. We will be teaching piano, guitar, voice and theory to start. You can contact Frank Colon, Music Director at (917) 753-3544 or the church at (718) 320-3794. Summer music classes have started and you can still register at the church on Monday – Wednesday 2 – . Come and register if you are interested in learning to play the piano, guitar, voice or basic music theory. Cresendo Music School Orientation – The new music school will be having summer celebration/fall orientation on August 28, 2010 between 4 and 7 p.m. All are

invited. This is for current students and new students. Interested persons can register that day, and there is no fee for registration. Tell a friend who is interested in learning music. Summer Day Program – Are you looking for something for your children to do this summer? We have our summer program from 9 a.m. – 6 p.m., Monday through Friday in Room 43 in Einstein Community Center. Call (718) 671-1033 for information regarding this program. Choir – We will be starting our choir again in September. All ages are welcome and rehearsals will be on Thursday evenings. All who love to sing come and join us. R ev. Dr. M ilca Alva r ez-P la u d —R

Pentecostal Tabernacle Pentecostal Tabernacle, 120 Benchley Place, Building 24, Bronx, N.Y. 10475. Call (718) 324-0334 or (718) 320-4218. Rev. R. Sibblies and the entire congregation invites everyone who needs a place to worship, and magnify the name of the Lord. Services are as follows: Sunday school for all age groups starts at 10:30 a.m. Mid-day worship begins at 11:45 a.m. Prayer meeting every Wednesday evening at 7:30 p.m. Bible study on Fridays begins at 7:30 p.m. Focu s: Brotherly kindness is a trait Christians need in order to live triumphantly.

And be ye kind one to another, tender hearted, forgiving one another; even as God for Christ’s sake hath forgiven you. -Ephesians 4:32. Kindness cannot be relegated to a personality that some have and some do not. Christians must show common decency and courtesy to their fellow humans and especially to other Christians. Paul stated in his writing that we must be kind to one another, tender–hearted, forgiving one another. We should always be touched with the feelings of others. These are practical implications of Christianity, and practicing them is clearly the daily task of all believers. We must not allow wrath,

anger, evil-speaking, hate and malice to take control of our daily life. All these practices must be put away out of our daily life. Paul stated in Ephesians 5:15, 18-19: See then that ye walk circumspectly, not as fools, but as wise. Redeeming the time, because the days are evil. And be not drunk with wine wherein is excess, but be filled with the spirit. Speaking to yourselves in psalm and hymns and spirituals songs, singing and making melody in your heart to the Lord. When we maintain a close relationship with God, and walk in humility, we will be able to Love others as Christ loved us.

As God showed kindness to us by extending forgiveness, so we are to forgive others. This echoes the teaching of Jesus in Matthew 6:14: For if we forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you. If we are willing to show forgiveness to others, this same forgiveness will be measured back to us. God’s kindness towards us is a model for how we are to treat others. As moral agents, created in God’s image, we too have an obligation to show kindness to one another. For further information, call 718-3240334 or 718 320-4218. —R ev. R . Sib b lies

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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 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. followed by Bible Teaching from 8:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Be with us to learn the truth from the Word of God. List of Programs and Events Adult Sunday School 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.

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. Mid-day Bible Study meets every Tuesday afternoon from noon to 1:00 p.m. Our Usher Board Department is sponsoring a trip to the Sight and Sound Theatre in Strasburg, Pennsylvania to see the play “Joseph” on Saturday, October 16. This trip includes an “all-you-can-eat” American Buffet Luncheon and outlet shopping at Tangers. Tickets are $125 for adults and $120 for children under 12 years old. For further information and tickets, please contact The Church of The

New Vision at (718) 671-8746 or Yolanda Brightman at (917) 969-0761. Come join New Vision’s “Partners in Reading Program” every Sunday afternoon from 1:40 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Students in Grades 1 through 8 discover the joy of reading while exploring and improving their literacy levels through small groups and reading partners. Parents, we encourage you to bring your children to benefit from this free program, taught by trained professionals. The Church of The New Vision is located at 135 Einstein Loop, Room 33, Bronx, NY 10475; Telephone: (718) 6718746 or (718) 320-0409. — Carole Haque

Co-op City Baptist Church Rev. Dr. Sheldon E. Williams and the Co-op City Baptist Church family invite the community to join us tomorrow for worship service at 9:00 a.m. There will be one service at 9 a.m. through Sunday, September 12. The Wednesday afternoon and evening Bible study classes have been suspended for the summer. The midweek worship service is suspended for the summer. Additionally, Friday prayer meeting is on hold for the months of July and August and will resume on Friday, September 10th. The Co-op City Baptist Church is located at 135 Einstein Loop, room 50 (lower level). Our telephone number is 718- 3203774. We invite you to worship, study, and pray with us. Visit us on the web at

www.coopcitybaptistchurch.org. If you are unable to attend, you may dial in to listen on PODCAST. You may call (646) 9292953 at noon to hear the service. The Building Fund Ministry invites you to join them on their African-American Heritage Tour on Saturday, October 9 as they travel on a guided bus tour of historic Philadelphia. See Mother Bethel AME Church, Penn’s Landing, the Liberty Bell, Head House Square, Old Pine Church and the famous African-American Museum. Your day will end with an all-you-can-eat dinner buffet. Ticket price for adults is $100, children ages 3-12, $75 and children 2 years old and under are free. The bus will leave from 135 Einstein Loop at 8:30 a.m. For reservations or additional information

call 718-671-2964 or 718-320-3774. The Scholarship Ministry invites you to join them on their Shopping Spree to Reading, PA and the Burlington Coat Outlet on Saturday, October 23. The donation will be $40. The bus will leave from Asch Loop and Bartow Ave at 7 a.m. SHARP! For tickets or additional information call 718-671-7507 or 718-671-1918. The Scholarship Ministry invites you to travel with them to Orlando, Florida. on August 13, 2011 for a nine day trip. Highlights of the trip include: Visit the Holy Land Experience—a recreation of ancient Jerusalem, Arabian Nights for a Dinner Show, Visit Bok Tower Gardens, Morse Museum, see Tiffany Chapel and sightseeing on the way to and from

Florida. Prices are $765.00 pp double occupancy. For reservations or additional information, call 718-671-1918, 718-6717507 or 718-320-3774. We are pleased to announce that Rev. Dr. Williams’ radio show began on Friday August 6th on WMCA 570 AM and the show will air every Friday at 1:30 p.m. Rev. Dr. Williams is the author of “Principle Centered Living: 9 Reasons To Maintain Your Values in a Pressure Filled World” and Founder of SEW Universal, Inc. Book Sales Support The Co-op City Intergenerational Outreach Center, Inc. Kindly visit Rev. Dr. Williams’ websites: www.P r in cip leC en t er ed L ivin g.com or www.R evDr Sh eldonE Willia ms.com . —H a t t ie L . L u ca s

Temple Beth-El We invite you to join us for the High Holidays, this year, 5771. The holidays are upon us. Temple Beth-El remains the only Reform Temple in Co-op City. Women are full and equal participants in all aspects of worship, including Torah. Come and celebrate with us and actively participate in this high point of our faith. Services for the Holidays begins with the Evening Rosh Hashanah Service on Wednesday evening, Sept. 8 at 8:00 p.m. in Dreiser Center, Room 9 and resume with the morning service on Thursday, Sept. 9 at 10:30 a.m. Services for Yom Kippur begin with

the Kol Nidre Service on Friday evening, Sept 17 at 7:30 p.m. Dreiser Center, Room 9. Yom Kippur Morning Services will resume at 10:00 a.m., on Saturday morning Sept. 18, Room 9, Dreiser. PUBLIC YISKOR will be conducted at 1 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. in Dreiser, Room 9 on Saturday the 18th of September. Our Services are presented in a very comfortable blend of English and Hebrew, enhanced by the wonderful Cantorial singing of our devoted Spiritual Leader, Cantor Dennis Tobin. Cantor Tobin has been part of this Congregation for over 34 years.

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Bartow

Einstein

Monday, August 16

Library

Dreiser

Library

9:30 - 1:00 pm Rm. 49

Crochet & Knitting

9:30 - 1 pm Rm. 31

Dominoes 10:00 am Rm. 45 Around The Lunch Table

9:00 am Rm. 7

Alert & Alive 10:00 am Rm. 31

Bingo

11:30 am Rm. 49

11:00 am Rm. 31

10:00 am Rm. 2

Walking Club 11:00 am Rm. 7

Bingo

Freestyle Dancing

2 pm Rm. 25

1:00 pm Rm. 49

Internet Cafe

12:30 - 2 pm Rm. 2 (on vac.)

2 - 4 pm Rm. 34

2 pm Rm. 25

Afternoon Movie 2 - 4 pm Rm. 7

Tuesday, August 17

Current Events 10:00 am Rm 31

Dominoes

Bingo

10:00 am Rm. 49

10:00 am Rm. 31

Tai Chi

Beg. Self Defense

11:00 am Rm. 45

9:00 am Rm. 31

Bingo

Adv. Self Defense

1:00 pm Rm. 49

10:00 am Rm. 31 2:30 pm Rm. 25

AECOM Brain Health Aging Forum

Word Games

11 am - 4 pm Rm. 34

Dominoes 2 - 4 pm Rm. 25

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

Alert & Alive 10:30 am Rm. 7 (on vac.)

Mixed Cultural Dance Tuesday Movie w/popcorn

Wednesday, August 18

10:00 am Rm. 31

Dominoes

Line Dancing

10:00 am in Rm. 45

11:00 am Rm. 31

Spelling Bee

Dominoes

10:00 am in Rm. 49

2:30 pm Rm. 25

Spanish Practice Class 10:30 am

Bingo 2:00 pm Rm. 25

Blood Pressure 1st & 3rd (on vac.)

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

Garden Club

Computer lab Bingo1:00 pm Rm. 49

10:30 am Rm. 7

AECOM Brain Health Aging Forum

11:00 am Rm. 2 Art 1:00 - 4 pm Rm. 7

Tai Chi

11 am - 4 pm Rm. 34

Thursday, August 19

9:00 - 10:00 am Rm. 31

Library/Exercise/Chat

Library

Dominoes

9:30 am – 1:00 pm Rm. 7

9:00 am – 1:00 pm Rm. 31

10:00 am Rm. 45

Line Dancing

Stay Well Exercise

10 am Aud. A

10 -11 am Rm. 45

Belly Dancing

9:30 am – 1:00 pm Rm. 31

Spelling Bee

12:30 pm Aud. A Handi-Flex1 pm Aud. A

Dominoes

Bingo

Chat session

2:30 pm Rm. 25

11:00 am Rm. 49 1:00 pm Rm. 49

Word Games 2 - 4 pm Rm. 25 Bingo 2:00 pm Rm. 25

Friday, August 20

9:30 am Rm. 31

Spelling Bee 11:00 am Rm. 31

Dominoes

2 - 4 pm Rm. 7

11 am - 4 pm Rm. 34

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

10 am Rm. 45 Art 10:00 am Rm. 45

Self Defense 10:00 am Rm. 45 Bingo 1:00 pm Rm. 49

Word Games

AECOM Brain Health Aging Forum

2 - 4 pm Rm. 25

11 am – 4 pm Rm. 34

Bingo

Blood Pressure 2nd & 4th Friday

2:30 pm Rm. 31

2:00 pm Rm. 25

Thursday movie w/popcorn

AECOM Brain Health Aging Forum

Dominoes “Movie Madness”

Soups, Breads and Desserts

Knockwurst, baked beans, cole slaw

Whole wheat bread, red apples

Mon., Orange-pineapple juice, beef meat sauce, August spaghetti, French style 16 green beans Tues., August 17

Apple juice, Tilapia fish w/lemon sauce, fried rice, buttered carrots

BBQ chicken, green beans, corn on the cob

Rye bread, diced pears

Wed., August 18

Baked chicken, baked potato, broccoli cuts

Meatloaf w/gravy, mashed potato, spinach

Whole wheat bread, fresh oranges

Thurs., August 19

Orange juice, salmon salad, macaroni salad, pickled beets

Baked chicken, penne, carrots

Rye bread, fresh peach

Salmon w/lemon, red kidney beans w/white rice, broccoli florets

Whole wheat bread, apricots

Pineapple juice, Fri., BBQ chicken, angel August hair pasta, tossed salad 20 w/dressing

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:

Stay Well Exercise

2 - 4 pm Rm. 25

Non-Kosher

10:30 am Aud. A

2-4 pm Rm. 7

Word Games

Kosher

Stay Well Exercise

Dominoes Word Games

Date:

10:00 -11:30 am Rm. 49

Blood Pressure

Crochet & Knitting 9:00 am Rm. 2

Day at the Movies w/popcorn 10 am Rm. 7

Meditative Moments 11:00 am Rm. 8 (on vac.)

Afternoon Movie 2 - 4 pm Rm. 7

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

Upcoming Events/Trips INTERNET CAFÉ EVERY DAY AT THE EINSTEIN SENIOR CENTER 135 Einstein Loop, FROM 2:00 - 4:00 P.M. IN ROOM 34. You can explore on the web, check your e-mail, etc. NOTE: THIS IS NOT A COMPUTER CLASS. You need to be able to use the computer on your own. Class will be cancelled from August 16th - August 20th. Classes will resume Monday, August 23rd. We will be offering Bingo, Word Games & Dominoes in Room 34. A F T E R NO O N M OV I E S AT DR E I SE R F RO M 2: 00 – 4: 00 P.M . I N R OO M 7 Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. Popcorn will be served. Come and join us to play Bingo, Word Games & Dominoes in the Bartow Senior Center from 2 - 4 p.m. on Monday and Friday and 2:30 p.m. - 4 p.m. on TuesdayThursday in Room 25. Come and join us for the J ASA L a b or Da y BBQ at Orchard Beach on Friday, September 3rd from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Lunch includes: hamburger, hot dog, corn on the cob, cole slaw, and watermelon.

Beverages: ice tea and lemonade. Music, dancing, and raffles. Price is $5 in advance and $6 the day of event. Pickups: Dreiser 9 a.m. and Einstein 9:30 a.m. To register and pay, please go to any of the local senior centers. If you have any questions, please feel free to call 718-320-2066 from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Fliers located at the centers. Please bring your beach chairs. Ta n ger O u t le t s R iver h ea d , NYTuesday, August 24th – $15. Price includes 5 hours of shopping/lunch. Tanger One—10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. and Tanger Two 12:30 - 3 p.m. Bus departs at 3 p.m. Pickups: Bartow 8 a.m., Dreiser, 8:15 a.m. and Einstein 8:30 a.m. PLEASE REGISTER IMMEDIATELY AT ANY OF THE SENIOR CENTERS OR CALL 718-320-2066 FROM 10 A.M. - 3 P.M. MONDAY - FRIDAY. J E R S E Y G AR DE N S M AL L & I K E A - Tuesday, August 31st - 3 Hours of shopping at mall and 2 hours at Ikea for only $15. Price includes transportation/boxed lunch. Pick-ups will be as follows: 8:00 a.m. Bartow, 8:15 am Dreiser Loop and 8:30 a.m. Einstein Loop.

*Schedule subject to changes without notice*

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

WEEKLY TRIPS 1st Monday: Stew Leonard’s $5 1st & 3rd Mondays: Super Wal-Mart $12 BOWLING WILL RESUME ON SEPT. 7TH! SWIMMING CLASSES WILL RESUME SEPT. 24TH!

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

No Co-op City Times? Call 646.479.1041 or 646.261.1761, Saturday: 9 am - 2 pm. Blood Pressure screenings Tr a in ed volu n t eer s a r e p r ovid in g fr ee b lood p r essu r e scr een in gs t o t h e 60+ com m u n it y conven ien t ly loca t ed a t a ll t h r ee C o-op C it y com m u n it y cen t er s. All you n eed is t o b ecom e a m em b er b y sim p ly fillin g ou t a sh or t a p p lica t ion for m a va ila b le a t a n y of t h e loca l cen t er s. L O C AT I O NS & SC H E DUL E : 135 E in st ein L oop , R oom 45, ever y 2n d & 4t h F r id a y, 10: 00 a .m . – 11: 30 a .m . • 2049 Ba r t ow Aven u e, R oom 28, ever y 1st & 3r d Wed n esd a y, 10: 00 a .m . – 11: 30 a .m . • 177 Dr eiser L oop , R oom 7, ever y 1st & 3r d T h u r sd a y, 10: 00 a .m . – 11: 30 a .m .

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WEEKLY SCHEDULE BUILDING & TOWNHOUSES ASSOCIATIONS Adler Place Association “Meeting”: Tues., 8/17; 6:30 pm (Bartow Room 28) Coalition of Affordable Housing, “Fish Fry Day”: Sat., 8/21; (Dreiser Room 1)

RELIGIOUS Circle of Christ Church: Fri., 8/20; 6:00 pm & Sun., 8/22; 9:00 am; Church Service (Bartow Rooms 28 & 31)

Church of the New Vision Bible Study: Sun., 8/22; 9:00 am (Einstein Room 38)

Deeper Life Bible Church: Tues., 8/17; 5:00 pm (Dreiser Room 1) Faith@Work Christian Church: Sun., 8/22; 8:00 am (Dreiser Room 8) Iglesia Cristiana Marcos 16:15: Sun., 8/22; 10:00 am (Einstein Room 35) Harvest Restoration Ministries: Sun., 8/22; 10:00 am (Dreiser Room 10)

SENIORS JASA Senior Services “Luncheon”: Mon., - Fri., 8/16 - 8/20; 8:00 am (Bartow Room 31)

SERVICE & CIVIC Weight Watchers Nutrition Program: Tues., 8/17; “Meeting Time” 6:00 pm (Dreiser Room 4)

North Bronx Youth Sports “Summer Camp”: Mon., - Fri., 8/16 - 8/20; 7:30 am (Einstein Room 38)

Baychester Library Events

COME &VISIT THE LIBRARY Special Program for Children — A Summer Reading Celebration Friday, August 27th • 2:00 p.m. — “Big Top Show” Come one, come all and behold: the science circus is about to begin. Step into our three rings of fun as we present a series of chemistry and physics demos that explain how a bed of nails can provide a great night’s sleep or how important balance can be to a tight rope walker. You’ll be amazed as we hatch our super secret “Snooberfish” eggs and take an amazing high dive that won’t make a splash! When it comes to fun science, we provide the greatest show on earth. A celebration for the Summer Reading 2010 program. Participants may only attend the celebration at the library location where they are registered. For ages 5 and older.

Sing for Life, Sing for Joy — Pamela Warrick-Smith A Ten-Session Workshop To Promote Enjoyment of Choral Singing PRE-REGISTRATION A MUST! DO IT NOW! Sept. 14, 21, 28: Oct. 12, 19, 26; Nov. 9, 16, 23, 30 • 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.

Teens Advisory Group — Tuesdays, August 17 & 24 • 4:00 p.m. What’s happening in your world? Wht’s the hottest book, movie, or cd right now?

Kids Reading Aloud: Wednesday, August 18 • 2:30 p.m. Chess (Game Only) — Wednesday, August 18 • 3:30 p.m. Teens Book Group — Wednesday, August 18 • 4:30 p.m. Chess Club — Thursday, August 19 • 3:30 p.m. Slap ‘em Down & Stack ‘em Up — Friday, August 20 • 3:00 p.m. It’s time for Uno and Jenga madness! For ages 12 to 18.

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AARP Chapter #4997 AT T E NT I O N: Our first meeting for 2010/2011 is scheduled for M on d a y, Sep t em b er 13t h at 1 p.m. in Dreiser Loop Community Center - Auditorium “A”. All m em b er s m u st sh ow your Pea ch tr ee Ch a pter membership ID card when signing in at the door. If you are coming for the first time to visit and/or would like to join the Chapter, you m u st sh ow you r Na t ion a l m em b er sh ip ca r d . Anyone without an ID card, will n ot be able to attend the meeting. H ea r tfelt Con dolen ce to Mr. Arthur and Mrs. Frances Wright on the loss of his father, Riley Wright, in South Carolina. To notify Peachtree Chapter of illness or bereavement, contact Frances Wilson, Good & Welfare Coordinator - 718 6715493. 2010 TOUR COMMITTEE ACTIVITIES: Au gu st 22 (Su n .) – Sep t em b er 4 (Sa t .) – Bon Voya ge t o t h ose lea vin g for S c a n d i n a v i a a n d R u s si a o n R o y a l C a r r ib b ea n ’s J ewel of t h e Sea – 13 days/12 nights – ports of call include Harwich, England; Copenhagen, Denmark; Stockholm, Sweden; Helsinki, Finland; St. Petersburg, Russia; Tallinn, Estonia; and Gothenburg, Sweden – con t a ct J ea n n e – 718 379-3742 De cem b er 30 (T h u r s.), 2010 J a nu a r y 1 (Sa t .), 2011 – New Yea r ’s E ve a t t h e Desm on d H ot el (M a lver n , PA); includes four- hour stay at the Sands

Casino (Bethlehem, PA) or free time in the town of Bethlehem; after checking-in, dinner & show at the Desmond Hotel; buffet breakfast at the hotel; ch oice for t he d a y (New Yea r ’s E ve): four-hour stay in Atlantic City or a narrated tour of Philadelphia or shopping at the King of Prussia Mall or a day at the Desmond (playing cards, a movie, Bingo or swimming); attend the New Year’s Eve cocktail party and Surf & Turf dinner w/open bar, champagne toast, hats, noise makers, music & dancing & more; New Year’s Day Brunch w/music & dancing and a show before departing for home — $530/p e r son Dou b le; $630 Sin gle; $520/p er son Tr ip le; $100 dep osit d u e wit h r eser va t ion for m – con t a ct Delor es – 718 379-2176. 2011 SAVE THE DATE J a n u a r y 19-29, 2011 – “ No-F ly” C r u ise W in t e r E s ca p e ; 11 days/10 nights; depart from New York via Deluxe Motor Coach w/overnight stops; arriving in Charleston (SC) to board the ship to Key West (FL); Nassau & Freeport (Bahamas); returning with overnight stops; pricing to be announced; trip insurance optional (recommended); $125 d ep osit a n d a r egist r a t ion for m d u e t oget h er for ea ch p er son t r a vellin g — BO O K A.S.A.P., lim it ed c a t e gor ies a va ila b le a t t h e G r ou p r a t e; 2nd payment ($500) due August 1; Final payment due Oct. 1st – con t a ct J ea n n e – 718 379-3742. —Delores Debnam

Goose Island Seniors Wednesday, August 18: Bingo Game in Room 39 at 1:30 p.m. Admission is $2.00. Everyone is welcome, refreshments served. Thursday, August 31: Going to Mt. Airy Casino. Stand-by only. Pickup time is 8:30 a.m. at our three usual bus stops: Einstein Center, Asch Loop (back of Library) and Dreiser Loop. Rebate $30.00 Slot Play plus $5.00 toward food. Also, don’t forget to bring your picture I.D. card. Thursday, October 21: We will have our first general meeting and also our Chinese Auction. Thursday, November 11: Our End of Year Party at Se a s h or e R e st a u r a n t . Price is $50.00 per person. Everyone is welcome to join us. Music and entertain-

ment by Mr. Williard. You will have seven entrees to choose from: shrimp scampi, fried shrimp, filet of sole, baked salmon, veal cutlet parmigiana and prime rib of beef. Also, wine and soda at table along with dessert and coffee and tea. Our heart and prayers go out to Steven, Marlene and Ronnie’s son. He is in Einstein Hospital. We all wish him a speedy recovery. G O O D NE W S: Goose Island Seniors and staff and all her friends are happy to say that Ann Schlanger is now home. See Ann or Mary for more information or come to Room 39. Monday Thursday 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. or call (718) 370-9613. GOOD HEALTH TO ALL. — Mary Pi1la

Einstein Cancer Fund General membership meeting, Tuesday, September 7th at 1:30 p.m. in Room 38. We will be collecting payments for the raffle luncheon, etc. Deadline for payments is due by September 14th. Tuesday, September 14th, Mount Airy Casino. Cost per person is $27 with a bonus slot play of $30 and a $5 food voucher. Time of pick-up is 8 a.m. starting at Einstein Loop followed by Asch Loop and Dreiser. Annual Raffle Luncheon—Saturday, September 25th at the Seashore Restaurant in City Island at noon. Cost per person: $48 and you will receive raffle tickets for the gift drawings hoping that everyone will be a sure winner. The entrée choices with all the trimmings are

as follows: shrimp scampi, filet of sole, fried shrimp, veal cutlet parmesan, or prime rib roast of beef and dessert. Please join us. Everyone is welcomed. If you cannot reach us during the course of the day, please call us in the evening. For all of the above events, contact Mildred at 718-320-0288, Loretta at 718671-2958, or Lydia at 718-671-3005. For memorial cards, please call Loretta. Our prayers of healings and good wishes go out to Stephen Gantwarg who is recovering from heart surgery. Stephen is the son of Marlene and Ronnie Gantwarg. Good health and healings are wished to all. —Lydia Ruas

Co-op City Times / August 14, 2010

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

The famous Biblical obligation to love others as we love ourselves is more than a pious platitude. As with other Biblical injunctions, this imperative has direct application to everyday life. It is practically impossible to love others as we love ourselves. But it is possible, even obligatory, to extend to others the courtesies and respect we would expect for ourselves.

This includes avoiding insult or injury and on the active side, speaking words of praise to others. This gives others a good feeling, the feeling that emanates from being appreciated and acknowledged. In this way, we fulfill the obligation to love others as we would like to be loved and valued. Praising others is a fundamental pillar of religious life.

Young Israel of Co-op City Young Israel of Co-op City, located at 147 Dreiser Loop (lower level of Shopping Center #1), is pleased to announce that tickets for the 2010 High Holidays are now available. We cordially invite you to worship with us. Young Israel’s Spiritual Leader, Rabbi Solomon I. Berl, will officiate and it is known that his rendition of the holiday services are noteworthy. Rabbi Berl is a faculty member of Yeshiva University’s Belz School of Jewish Music. He has

been serving in this capacity for more than fifty years teaching liturgical music and has been acknowledged as an expert in this field. To contact Young Israel, please call 671-2300. An answering machine will pick up your message and your call will definitely be returned. Join us and enjoy Rabbi Berl’s inspiring sermons and Cantorial renditions. Thank you and we look forward to welcoming you at our High Holy Day services.

Co-op City Jewish Center Co-op City Jewish Center is located at 900 Co-op City Blvd., Bronx, New York 10475. Saturday services are continuing thanks to those people who attend. Please try to attend whenever possible. We would like to remind our members and any Jewish people in Co-op City looking for a conservative synagogue, we are still here, and all are welcome. Try to take a Saturday and come to services when you can.

Frieda will be in the office Monday and Wednesday from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. if anyone wants to drop off their donations or dues. Plans for the High Holy Days are set. Rabbi Pamela Barmash and Cantor Jerry Schneider will be with us again this year. For information regarding the Synagogue or questions, please get in touch with Frieda at 718-671-3679. —Frieda Epstein

Traditional Synagogue The Traditional Synagogue of Co-op City, Young Israel of Baychester, Section 5 at 115 Einstein Loop, welcomes you to pray with them. The telephone number is 718-379-6920. Not e : New office hours are on Thursday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and on Sunday during the summer when we have Bingo scheduled; we are here from 10:00 a.m. to noon. Candle lighting on Friday August 20, 2010 is before 7:20 p.m. Shabbos ends today, Saturday, August 14, at 8:40 p.m. We recite Havdallah (The Recital over the Wine) at the end of Shabbos. Mincha services on Saturday, August 14 are at 7:00 p.m. The Community is always welcome to attend our various functions and enjoy a great day of fun and friendship. Rabbi Kronengold is encouraging you all to attend his most informative classes. The evening class will take place at 7:15 p.m. The topic for this week is Study of the Torah. Coming Events Saturday, August 14- Services are at 9 a.m. The parsha is Shoft im . Sunday, August 15 at 7 p.m. Rabbi Kronengold will be performing with a group at the Washington Heights Congregation located at West 179 Street & Pinehurst Avenue in Manhattan. They will perform select short comedic plays from the anthologies “All in the Timing” and “Time Flies” written by David Ives. The cost is $10 at the door. Sunday, August 22 at 1:30 p.m.– Synagogue Bingo. The cost is $3.00 per

person. Have a fun afternoon with friends at Traditional. The admission includes refreshments. Please Note – All Bingos start at 1:30 p.m. G ood a n d Welfa r e: Happy Birthday and Anniversary greetings to all who are celebrating during the month of August. Happy Birthday to Howard Schwartz on August 19, Steven Schwartz on August 24 and Esther Waxman on August 28. Many more happy and healthy celebrations to all. Special Birthday wishes to Florence Berland. Happy to hear that Ann Schlanger was down to Bingo this past Sunday. Hope to see you soon and stay well and strong. We are so pleased to welcome back to Traditional Synagogue for the High Holidays, Cantor Oscar Berry. He has a beautiful voice and will enhance the festivities along with Rabbi Daniel Z. Kronengold. T ick et s are on sale for the High Holidays on Tuesdays, August 17, 24 and 31, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and on Sundays, August 15, 22 and 29, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The Synagogue has purchased 8 new fans to keep you all cool and comfortable. All donations would be greatly appreciated to help defray the cost of the purchase. Please help! Du es for 2010 a r e n ow in or d er ! P lea se! Su pp or t t h e Syn a gogu e. We n eed you r h elp NOW. T h a n k you . Shalom! M ir ia m E velyn Ber lofsky —M

Men’s Club Traditional Synagogue I would like to thank the devoted helpers who made our Men’s Club Atlantic City trip to Showboat Casino a great success. We would also like to thank the many people, including the large number of new faces, that joined us on our Atlantic City trip. Given the great success, the Men’s

Club is looking into the possibility of running the next Atlantic City trip to Showboat Casino on Columbus Day, Monday, October 11. Look for details in the coming week in this paper. Shalom! —Bruce Gitelson

Co-op City Jewish Center Sisterhood Monday game days will continue as usual for your pleasure. There is always room for new players, canasta, mahjong, rummy-O, etc. For a $3.00 donation, you can enjoy

company and refreshments. We are hoping to meet new players and members. For information pertaining to the Sisterhood, please call Frieda at 671-3679. —F r ied a E pst ein

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Faith In God Church and Bible Institute Pastor, President, and Founder Rev. Dr. Gladys R. Little and Assistant Pastor Minister Vernon Little extend to everyone a healthy, happy, prosperous welcome! Let’s take time to count our blessings… we have a lot to be thankful for. Let’s go into more of God’s Word. M a tt . 5: 3-11 reads as thus: 3 “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. 4 Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.

5 Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth. 6 Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be filled. 7 Blessed are the merciful, for they shall obtain mercy. 8 Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God. 9 Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God. 10 Blessed are those who are persecut-

ed for righteousness’ sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. 11 “Blessed are you when they revile and persecute you, and say all kinds of evil against you falsely for My sake. Invitations: God has spoken already that we are to increase our conventions to twice a year. The next one will be Sunday, Sept. 19 at 5 p.m. The speaker will be Minister Marlon Young. Please make plans to attend. Church doors open today at 3 p.m.

for a Sweet Hour of Prayer. Tomorrow morning at 10 a.m., Dr. Little teaches a Sunday School class. Morning Worship is at 11 a.m. Please come out and support these services. Also, go to YouTube and see Minister Vernon Little’s video for his song ‘Proverbs.’ We are located at 171 Dreiser Loop in Section 1. Our phone numbers are (347) 276-4925 & (718) 671-3627. Jesus loves you, and so do we. M in ist er Ver n on L it t le —M

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 ever y person to worship with us. We are a non-denominational, inter-racial, inter-cultural, intergenerational fellowship of believers. We care about you, not your W2. We are not church as usual. Come as you are, we leave the judging to God. The Church of the Savior family extends love and affirmation to the Coop City community; a warm welcome awaits you!! We love you for who you are, not what you have. Please call us at 718320-0002 or 917-734-4058 for more information. Do you want a place that allows you to meet the living God? Do you want to be connected to people who care about you, not what you have on or how much

money you make? A special seat and friend awaits you. Church of the Savior is located at 120 DeKruif Place – street level, (under Building #7 near Dreiser Loop). Take the 38 or QBX1 to Dreiser Loop and DeKruif Pl. Dr. Smith’s Sermon Topic: “Stop Begging” Scripture Reading - Matthew 7:7-12. Thank you to ALL who donated blood for our Blood Drive; we had a total of 41 people donate which can save 123 lives! Thank You! Sunday Morning Schedule Adult Bible Study – 9:15 a.m. Divine Worship – 10:30 a.m. Good News! Our children’s Sunday school is ready to teach and nurture your child/children in the word of God. All ses-

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General Medical Care & Diagnosis Treatment of Cardiovascular Disease Also includes: • Echocardiography • Stress Testing • 24-hour Holter Monitoring • Spirometry • X-rays & Laboratory Facility At Our Office We Accept: • Medicare • GHI • Empire Plan • Magna Care, Multiplan • 1199 • Blue Cross Blue Shield • Aetna US Health Care • Cigna • United Health Care • Health Net • Oxford

*All Other Union Plans Are Accepted*

140 BELLAMY LOOP (Bldg. 21C) Co-op City, Bronx, NY 10475 Office Hours: Monday & Tuesday: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Wednesday: 10:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. Thursday: 12 - 7 p.m. Friday: Closed • Saturday: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

*Same Day Appointment Available *

718-671-6600

sions are during worship service. Discount tickets are available for Great Adventure - price $35.00 each. Call 718925-5052 to get yours! Tickets good on weekends also. Save $20.00! Weekly Activity Worship service begins at 10:00 a.m., Adult Bible Study at 9:00 a.m. Summer hours run through September 5. 10:30 worship resumes on September 12. See you in church. Tune In!!– Each Thursday at 10:00 a.m. Channel 70, Bronxnet. Tune in and be blessed. If this program has lifted you please let us know. Dr. Smith can be contacted at 718-320-0002. If you prefer to drop a personal note: P.O. Box 86, Bronx, N.Y. 10475 is our mailing address. Ber eavement Suppor t G r oup – suspended during the month of August. We

will resume Monday Sept. 12, 7:00 p.m. God Bless You! Every Thursday evening 7:00-9:00 p.m., Bible study in session. The dynamic Evangelist and gifted teacher Dr. Margaret Watson will be the instructor. Bring a friend, everyone is welcome! Upcoming Events Attention Art Lovers - Saturday, Sept 11 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Our first art expo to be held at the historic Huguenot Memorial Church, 901 Pelhamdale Ave (off Boston Rd). Come and have your spirits lifted by the genius whose works reflect the beauty of life. All canvasses are for sale - Spread the word. Bring a friend, neighbor or family member. Free parking on sight. For information, call Dr. Smith 718-320-0002. Thought to warm your heart: “God’s pain is your Gain.”

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Records Wanted

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Serving Co-op City for over 25 years

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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

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

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All Rooms: • Clean • Nightstands • Mirrors • Dressers • Lamps & Under Bed • Dust & Vacuum • Doors • Blinds • Lamps • Furniture • Wash Floors throughout • All Bed Linen Changed

Bathrooms: Disinfect Showers/Bathrooms • Vanities Mirrors • Sink & Toilets • Wash & Scrub Floors Call For FREE Estimates — Seniors Will Receive Discounted Rate!

Call:

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RUBBISH REMOVAL

Trucking Corp.

914. 423. 1773

M & M FLOORS

Hardwood floors installed - Sanding & Refinishing. Polyurethane, Fabulon & Moisture Cure Finishes. Staining in all colors. Free estimates. 10% Co-op City resident discount. 8/14

Handyman

Residential/Commercial Estate Clean-Outs ✔ Construction ✔ Refrigerators ✔ Stove ✔ Paint Cans ✔ Wood Anything Non-Hazardous

Building Management Companies Welcome to Enquire!

914.423.1773 8/21

HANDYMAN SUMMER IS HERE! DOES YOUR HOME NEED A TOUCH-UP? IF SO, CALL ME, JOHN RUSS 646-234-1676. I SPECIALIZE IN PAINTING, HOWEVER, I DO IT ALL.

Painting 8/14

KJ HANDYMAN, INC.

FATHER & SON

Top Quality Work Painting, Plastering, Wallpapering, Floor Sanding & Refinishing. Also, Floor Waxing. Call Wesley 212.996.7347 or 917.325.5334

Painting • Plastering • Sheet Rock Repairs • Vinyl/Ceramic Tiles Installed • Shower Doors/Vanity/Kitchen Countertop/Faucets Installed • Lights/Blinds Installed. Licensed & Bonded. 8/21

Fast Service Cell:

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A-1 PAINTING PLUS CUSTOM COLOR

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Slipcovers

(718) 746-8925 TABLE PADS

MOVING

R O N ’S

NEW

PLASTIC SLIPCOVERS

Moving

Dataway

Call Mike. (718) 792-0024

Serving Co-op City for over 25 years. “When you see me, You’ll know me.” 9/4 Call Anytime • Seven Days A Week

OVER 17 YEARS OF GUARANTEED SATISFACTION

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Call Bill

718.320.5270

CUSHIONS REFILLED • NEW FOAM RUBBER SOFA PLATFORMS 8/28 LOW, LOW PRICES

ALL STATE DECORATORS Upholstery/Blinds

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

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1-203-482-6337

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Co-op Sales Servicing Co-op City since 1969

www.co-opsales.info • Tub Enclosures • Wall Mirrors • New Kitchen Cabinets and Cabinet Refacing • Medicine Cabinets • Range Hoods • Carpet Cleaning • Vanities • Light Fixtures

RE-DO YOUR BATH FOR LESS! WE BEAT ALL QUOTES WE ALSO HAVE CUSTOM UNITS TO FIT EXISTING SINKS We’ll beat any competitor’s prices! CALL 1-800-479-COOP (ask for Jay) Licensed and Insured, NYC Better Business Bureau, NYC Dept. of Consumer Affairs