Co-op City Times 08/18/12

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Vol. 47 No. 33

Saturday, August 18, 2012

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Progress reported in HUD deal HCR recommends contract extension for Riverbay management negotiations as deadline approaches

BY BILL STUTTIG The New York State Division of Homes and Community Renewal (HCR), the government agency with direct supervisory authority over Co-op City, recently informed Board President Helen Atkins in writing that the agency has determined that Co-op City’s Managing Agent, Marion Scott Real Estate Inc., has “performed satisfactorily” during the recently passed 12-month contract period which ended on June 30th of this year.

The letter from Robert Damico, Director of HCR’S Housing Management Bureau goes on to state, “Therefore we would approve an extension of the contract for an additional 12 month period.”

Damico continues in his letter to Atkins, “The Commissioner has prescribed an increment of 2.6% in the managing agent base rate fee for the period commencing July 1, 2012 through June

30, 2013. Accordingly with respect to your specific development, the total maximum compensation would be $165,818 per month.

“Please note,” Damico goes on to state, “that the managing agent fee cited above is the maximum HCR will approve. As always, a lesser fee as negotiated by the owner will be permitted.”

Riverbay First-Vice President Khalil Abdul-Wahhab commented to the Co-op City Times earlier this week after receiving a copy of the letter last Friday, “This Friday, the Riverbay Board received word that HCR, Co-op City’s supervising agency, approved the performance of Marion Scott Real Estate as managing agent for Riverbay Corporation. Although HCR has expressed their approval for a one-year contract extension for Marion Scott Real Estate, we as the Board of (Continued on page 13)

Public Safety seeks identity of pellet gun shooter

BY BILL STUTTIG The Department of Public Safety is asking for the community’s help in finding whoever is responsible for two separate incidents is which a person was injured by a pellet shot from an air rifle or bb gun. The first incident occurred on August 2nd when a Public Safety Officer patrolling the Dreiser Mall at approximately 7:15 p.m., felt a pain in his shoulder blade. He turned around to spot three young men running away.

The cause of the pain was the pellet from a bb gun striking him.

In the second incident, which

occurred four days later on August 6th, a man walking in the vicinity of Building 21 on Bellamy Loop at approximately 4:30 p.m. felt a sudden sharp pain in his shoulder which was caused by a pellet shot breaking his skin and causing a small wound.

It is not known whether the two incidents are related, but Public Safety is asking anyone with knowledge of the person or persons responsible for these incidents to call Public Safety 718-671-3050 or the 45th Precinct at (718) 822-5411. All information provided will be kept confidential.

BY JIM ROBERTS With a looming Sept. 15 deadline less than one month away, negotiations between Riverbay and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) over the final terms of a possible $621 million low-cost mortgage refinancing deal are coming down to the wire.

In a memo to the Riverbay Board of Directors dated Aug. 14, Jeffrey Buss, Riverbay’s General Counsel, advised the board of the status of negotiations.

“Significant progress has been made in the last ten days on major issues relating to the possible HUD refinancing of Riverbay’s existing mortgage,” Buss wrote in his memo. “Having successfully financed loans with NYCB [New York Community Bank] in 2004, 2009 and 2011, there is no reason why Riverbay should be legally or financially unable to refinance in 2012.

“Legal and management are working diligently to ensure that if HUD issues a Commitment Letter acceptable to the Board, Riverbay will be ready and able to close the loan in a timely manner,” Buss wrote.

The Riverbay Board of Directors will have to approve any loan deal that is negotiated with Wells Fargo and HUD. In a letter dated Aug. 9 from HUD to Wells Fargo bank, the lender seeking to make the loan to Riverbay that the federal government would insure, a HUD official confirmed that as long as there were no significant changes due to “assumptions” or outstanding reports, the deal is on track to be completed.

“This letter is not a commitment to insure the mortgage for this property but is an indication of our goodwill to move forward with a successful closing,” wrote Marie D. Head, deputy assistant secretary for multifamily housing programs, U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.

Issues still to be negotiated between Riverbay and HUD include potential changes to existing federal regulations in the future that could effect Co-op City and delegation of supervisory authority. Also still under discussion are changes proposed by Riverbay to the standard mortgage agreements that HUD uses with forprofit borrowers, final authority over maintenance increases, and several other topics.

The proposed HUD-guaranteed Wells Fargo mortgage is projected to drop Coop City’s mortgage interest rate to approximately 3% for the 35 years of the loan, which will then be paid off. The deal guarantees a set mortgage rate and eliminates concerns over the current NYCB mortgage, which has to be refinanced in 15 years.

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

The HUD-guaranteed Wells Fargo mortgage at the projected 3% interest rate would save shareholders approximately more than $15 million over the next 20 months and then between $11 million to (Continued on page 2)

JASA changing kosher food service

BY JIM ROBERTS The non-profit agency that operates Co-op City’s three senior centers has hired a catering service to deliver daily kosher lunch meals and will no longer prepare the food on site.

The change is designed to cut costs while maintaining the delivery of highquality food for seniors, according to the agency.

“In order to best use funding for the Coop City senior centers, and in order to maintain our high level of service, JASA is changing how its meals will be provided,” said Leah Ferster, chief services officer at Jewish Association for Services for the Aged (JASA), the non-profit agency that operates Co-op City’s three senior centers through funding from New York City.

“The decision has been made that beginning August 20, JASA will provide hot kosher meals through Mauzone, a catering service, under the supervision of the OU [Orthodox Union],” Ferster said.

“JASA will continue to provide kosher meals and non-kosher meals in Co-op City senior centers and the non-kosher meals will still be delivered to the centers as they have been in the past.”

JASA has faced threats of budget cuts from New York City that would have closed the Dreiser senior center in each of the past three fiscal years.

In 2010, the city’s Department for the Aging (DFTA) ruled that the Dreiser Center was not a “baseline” senior center (Continued on page 2)

Splish, Splash … Hundreds of Co-op City children lined up to participate in some good clean and cool summer fun on Thursday afternoon as the Riverbay Fund arranged for two giant water slides to be set up on the Greenway near the stage area. In addition, the city’s Parks Department brought a playmobile into the area offering games that did not require a bathing suit. The water slides will return and be on the Section 5 Greenway next Wednesday, Aug. 22 weather permitting, beginning at 11 a.m.

Photo by Bill Stuttig

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HUD Deal

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$13 million per year through 2026, for a total savings of more than $160 million between now and 2026.

Because the actual interest rate won’t be set until the loan closing, the savings for Co-op City residents could be even greater. The rate could actually be below 3% based on current market rates.

Speaking at a public meeting in Co-op City last month, Cathy Pharis from Wells Fargo emphasized that it is imperative that the loan is closed on or before Sept.

14 because, according to the terms of the current loan with NYCB, that deadline was agreed upon for Riverbay to refinance the existing NYCB loan with a

HUD guaranteed loan.

After Sept. 15, steep pre-payment penalties will go into effect which would make any refinancing costs prohibitive and not financially feasible for Riverbay.

At the July 18 Open Board meeting, details of how the money from the mortgage refinancing would be spent were presented to the community.

Of the $621 million being borrowed as part of the proposed HUD insured loan, $558 million will go to pay off the NYCB loan while approximately $24.7 million will go towards the continuation of capital repair work, including $2.9 million for

JASA Menu

paving and site work, $2.2 million to finish the roof replacements, $2 million to finish the façade work, $1.4 million to replace entrance doors in all buildings, $1 million for plumbing repairs, $6.5 million for power plant enhancements, $1 million for smoke detectors in all bedrooms; another $1 million for the installation of ground fault interrupters in all kitchens in bathrooms as required by HUD, $5.5 million for an upgrade of Co-op City’s retail space and another $700,000 for small miscellaneous projects.

The additional money borrowed as part of the HUD insured mortgage, according to the July presentation,

includes $38.5 million to fund a required reserve replacement account, $2.6 million to be kept in an operation deficit escrow account; $11 million for fees and expenses related to the loan, $1.7 million for closing costs and $2 million of contingency costs.

A total of $17 million in Riverbay money that currently exists in a New York Community Bank held reserve account as part of the requirements of that existing loan, will be returning to Riverbay, under the terms of this proposed deal, and will be used to offset much of the above costs related to the administration of the newly refinanced mortgage.

be affected.

JASA uses several catering services throughout its different operations in New York City, including Mauzone, which is located in Queens just across the bridge from the Bronx.

The change to a catering service for kosher meals is designed to use its funds in the most cost-efficient manner as possible in order to maintain its services throughout all the Co-op City senior centers during a time of tight budgets.

Seniors will be asked for their opinions on the new catering service, Ferster said.

“In every senior center there is a food advisory committee, and we will certainly go to them and ask them their thoughts on the menu and what they think of the food,” she said. “We have a very good working relationship with Mauzone so if we need to make changes along the way because of peoples likes and dislikes, we will work with them on that.”

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and decided to stop funding it. Since then, the City Council has used its discretionary funds to keep the Dreiser Senior Center open at the last moment just before the new budget year begins.

Funding for the Bartow and Einstein senior centers continues to come from the annual DFTA budget.

JASA has worked with Mauzone as a caterer in a number of other places and has found that they provide a healthy, appropriate meal, Fester said.

“Everyone, wherever we’ve used their meals, including for all of our homebound elderly, we’ve had absolutely no complaints. We would not change to somebody if we felt that it was not a quality service.”

The change to have the kosher meals delivered rather than preparing them here will save money, Ferster said. There will still be some food technicians at the senior centers, but some current employees involved with the actual cooking will

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2nd Combing ty p Cinext Blood Co-oDrive Summer Meal Program at P.S. 153 The City of New York provides free breakfast and lunch to all children up to age 18 weekdays during the summer until August 31. This program is offered at approximately 300 public schools, pools, parks and other sites. Some pools also offer meals on the weekends.

Children do not need to show registration, documentation, or an ID to receive their meals. The meals consist of delicious sandwiches, tasty salads, fresh fruit and cold milk.

Here in Co-op City, the nearest location for the free Summer Meal Program is P.S. 153 Helen Keller School, located at 650 Baychester Avenue, Bronx, N.Y. Breakfast is provided from 8 a.m.

– 9:15 a.m. and lunch is provided 11:00 a.m. - 1:15 p.m.

For more information or for additional locations, please call 3-1-1 or visit www.nyc.gov.

Audition for production of The Wiz Black Forum, in conjunction with the Bronx Children’s Theatre, is planning on staging a production of The Wiz starring the community’s children. The cast requires about 25 young actors and actresses between the ages of 6-18: 15 youngsters between the ages of 6-11; 5 from the age of 12-15; and 5 between 16-18 years old are needed. Auditions will be held on Saturday, August 25, 10 a.m. sharp in Dreiser Community Center. No experience necessary.

Space is limited. Please call 718-3208035 as soon as possible to register.

Each child must be accompanied by a parent/guardian.

Free school supplies at Circle of Christ Church Circle of Christ Church will distribute free backpacks and school supplies to the first 100 children at the church on Friday, August 24, at 7 p.m. All children must be accompanied by a parent or an adult.

Circle of Christ Church is located at 147 Dreiser Loop (lower level), Bronx, N.Y. 10475.

For further information, please contact the church at (347) 945-1992.

FRONT PA G E

Co-op City photographer curates a photo exhibit celebrating Harlem’s past and present Renowned photographer and longtime Co-op City resident Lisa DuBois is the creator and one of the curators for a recently opened photography exhibit celebrating the old and new Harlem.

The exhibit features works by DuBois, a 30-year resident of Co-op City, and many other renowned photographers each focusing their lens on the historic community of Harlem and its past and present.

Lisa wrote recently as part of an introduction to the exhibit which opened last Friday and will continue on display through the end of August, “For a large period of time Harlem functioned as a society with its unique culture; separate from other communities in the borough of Manhattan. The forces of gentrification changed Harlem’s predominantly nonwhite ethnic population into a community with a multi – dimensional culture. This exhibition of poignant photographic images captures some of the intricate details that are the roots of Harlem’s culture. There is power in the captured image, photojournalists transform moments into memories that last forever. We have frozen time so that future generations can have a better understanding of Harlem.”

Lisa told the Co-op City Times this week “I encourage all Co-op City residents, especially those that originate from Harlem to see this historic exhibit. It is moving, informative and a pleasure to see.”

The exhibit is on display at the Rio II Gallery in the seventh floor penthouse of 583 Riverside Drive at the corner of 135th Street. Viewing hours are weekdays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and appointments are not

necessary. Reservations for a guided tour of the exhibit or to accommodate large groups can be arranged by e-mailing Lisa at Lisadubois@verizon.net.

Lisa is an accomplished photojournalist who was born and raised in Harlem before moving to Co-op City. She studied at the School of Visual Arts and graduated from the Germain School of Photography with an Award in Photojournalism.

She started her career at the Black American News as a photographer and Photo Editor.

She has worked as Photo Director for Class magazine – New York State Senator Bill Perkins with Co-op City Rock and Soul - while freelanc- photographer Lisa DuBois at a recent reception celebrating a photo exhibit Lisa created which focuses on ing for many other publications Harlem’s past and present. including Village Voice, New York Post, Daily News and celebrity photo Aside from Lisa, the exhibit is curated agencies. Lisa’s work has been exhibited

by Anthony Barboza and John at the Schomburg Center for Research in Penderhughes, and features her works and Black Culture and in galleries in New those of many other accomplished phoYork, India, France. Her photos have been tographers including: June D. Truesdale, chosen for four years in a row to be Lenora Brown, Kwame Braithwaite, included in “The Best of Photography Adger Cowens, Sonia Louise Davis, John 2009-2010 and 2011-2012” hardcover Penderhughes, Shawn Walker, Lewis books for Photographers Forum magaWatts, Lee White, Burroughs Lamar, zine.

Antoine Minter, Deborah Willis, Ocean As part of her posted biography, Lisa Morrisette, Andriana Lopez Sanfeliu, explained, “My passion is art. Photography Jamel Shabazz and Klytus Smith. is a part of me; I express myself through New York State Senator Bill Perkins that person, place or thing. I am a part of was a special guest at an opening recepthe human condition and my camera is the tion for the exhibit held last Friday vehicle I used to express my fears, dreams evening at the gallery. and my perception of the world.”

Blood is Urgently Needed - Blood Bank Coming This Wednesday, August 22nd, Please Donate & Receive 2 Free Tickets to the Mets There is a severe shortage of blood for the New York City area. Hudson Valley Blood Services is appealing to all too please donate. Given the severe shortage of blood as enticements a ll who r espond to t his ca ll for givin g blood will r eceive t wo fr ee tickets t o a Met s ga m e; those who may be rejected for one reason or another will also be given tickets. The Riverbay Community Blood Bank will be hosting this blood drive coming Tuesday in the Bartow Community Center with the assistance of Riverbay Corporation.

T h e b lood d r ive will be h eld t h is Wed n esda y, Au gu st 22, 2012, in t h e Ba r t ow C omm u n it y C en t er, r oom 31, fr om 3: 00 u nt il 7: 30 p .m . Anyone in good health between the ages of 17 and 75, a minimum of 110 lbs and have not donated within the last 56 days are eligible blood donors. Those above the age of 75 may donate provided they have a note from their doctor stating that the person may donate. Individuals 16 years of age

may donate provided they have a consent form completed by a parent or legal guardian. Consent forms are available at the donation site, or on-line at www.nybloodcenter.org.

New will be the use of the Alyx System should you choose to use it. The Alyx System allows a donor to donate the same one pint of blood; the difference is that the Alyx System as you donate will separate your blood components into two, allowing two people the opportunity to receive a complete blood transfusion from your one donation. The Alyx System only takes a few minutes longer when donating, and the collection syringe is smaller than that used in the conventional method. The choice is yours, you will be asked at the time of registration as to which type donation you wish to make, the conventional method or by using the Alyx System. The blood center staff will be glad to answer any questions you may have.

All donors must be able to show pic-

ture ID and provide their Social Security number. Donating blood is relatively quick and easy. Most people who are in reasonably good health are eligible to donate; even those on medications may donate with a few exceptions. Should you have any questions regarding medical eligibility you may contact the Hudson Valley, NY Blood Center at 1-800-6880900. Please be sure to eat prior to donating. Light refreshments will be available upon completion of your donation.

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

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

“Live and Let Live is Good – Live and Help Live is Better”

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Harriet Tubman Independent Democratic Club The HTIDC would like to thank all those who supported our last fund-raiser in an effort to send funds to “Obama for America.” The jazz music was fantastic and everyone appeared to have a good time. A special thanks to those who could not attend but mailed a donation. It's NOT to late to send a donation so that we can get the check in the mail before the convention

in Charlotte. Please contact Pat Bonaparte at 718-320-1861 for details.

Our next event is scheduled for October. We will be having a Youth Summit and look forward to community participation. Please call if you would like to volunteer.

We are pleased about the number of candidates that are running for City

Council and will work with other clubs to have a forum so that Shareholders can get to know them better. We want to make sure we vote for someone who will do the right thing for our community.

Please continue to reach out and register someone to vote...If you pay close attention to the Republican ticket, you should understand the trouble we will all

be in if we don't keep a Democrat in the White House so each one reach out to one who may not be enlightened of the importance of voting in November.

Again thank you for considering a donation for the “Obama for America Campaign.” Thank you to those who have already donated.

—E velyn M . Tu r n er, P r esid ent

Building 32 Association C a sino Tr ip Building 32's fundraiser to Mt. Airy Casino is scheduled for Saturday, October 20. Everyone is invited. The cost for the trip is $33; you will receive $25 in slot play and a $10 food voucher. Mt. Airy has been giving guests who eat at the buffet another few dollars off the price when showing your casino card. The card is free; make sure you bring government issued identification so that you can get your slot bonus and your casino card, if you don't have one. Money can be given or sent to Ms. Eleanor Bailey, 4180 Hutchinson Rvr.

Pkwy., Apt. 10A or Ms. Dolores Rankin, 4160 Hutchinson Rvr. Pkwy., Apt. 10E. Final payment is due no later than October 3. Ms. Bailey can be reached at 718-3797754.

Keep in g ou r H a lls C lea n Our porters cannot throw away the Thursday packet of circulars or any other type of advertising matter until three days have elapsed. If you do not want any of these items, please place them on the shelf in the compactor room. There is absolutely no reason for these items to stay in the hall-on the floor-if you have no use for

them. For those of us who have difficulty in bending, a neighbor on the floor will surely pick it up for you if you request their assistance I t em s for th e Associa t ion R oom We are in need of a bookcase for our Lending Library; we also need a working large screen T.V. in order to show movies.

If you have either of these items, please contact Ms. Bailey at the above number.

L a u n d r y R oom The same issues keep on presenting themselves. PLEASE pick up your dryer sheets from the floor as it is easy to slip

on them. You can NOT borrow laundry carts-they are for laundry room use only.

When you bring your children down, please bring a book to read, coloring book and crayons, or something similar. The laundry room is not a playroom. There are many seniors in our buildings. Your child needs to be seated to prevent injury to themselves or others.

These are our buildings and we need to care about the safety and comfort of ourselves, our family, and our neighbors. We are in this together.

—L or n a Sm it h

Building 18 Association Hi Neighbors. General Meeting: To start our new year September 2012 to June 2013 the first general meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, Sept. 25. (please note this change). All general meetings will be held every other month on the fourth Tuesday in the new year. As always there will be 50/50 drawings and refreshments.

We look forward to a full attendance.

Our meetings are very important, invited guest speakers bring us up to date on what is going on in our building and in our community. Please watch the bulletin board for updates.

Sch ool Su pp lies: The Association will be distributing school supplies to our young students next month. No date

arrangement at this time, but please check the bulletin board for date and time.

M ovie M a t in ee: Our next movie is scheduled for Wednesday, Sept. 19 in the association room at 3:30 p.m., please join us. Refreshments will be served and we promise you an enjoyable time.

Newslet t er : Please continue to support us by sending your articles to our e-mail address: BLDGl8newsletter@aol.com. We love hearing from you, you keep us laughing and help to make our day.

L a wson ' s M en Gr oup : The meetings are every other Thursday, 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.

The last meeting was scheduled for Aug. 16 We welcome new members, and old

members need to be there!! We are sorry for the passing of our neighbor John Calderon. He was a faithful member of the Men's Group and will definitely be missed.

Our prayers go out to his wife. We will hold a moment of silence in his honor.

Sch ola r sh ip C om m it t ee: The scholarship committee is in progress planning fundraising for the Building 18 Scholarship Awards fund. We will need your ideas and support to make our fundraisers a success. Please call Gertie @ 347-275-2995 or Deborah @ 718-3792551 to share your ideas. Thanks.

Not ice t o Sen ior s a n d t h e ver y you n g: The weather is still hot! Seniors, please stay out of the hot sun as much as possible

and drink plenty of water. Stay Well. To all of you, continue to enjoy the rest of summer and your planned activities. Children, be careful when you are in the pool and at the beach - don't go out too far do not play around in the water, and, if you can't swim, make sure you have experienced adult supervision and lifeguards around.

Parents, consider taking your child for swimming lessons. Be Safe.

The Building 18 Association regret the untimely death of John Calderon. Our deepest sympathies to his wife and family.

To the sick and homebound, we pray that you have a speedy recovery.

Remember: If you SEE something, —G er t ie Br own SAY something!!

Retirees of Dreiser Loop We a r e goin g fish in g! Leaving Tuesday night, Sept. 11, 2012, at 11:30 p.m. Upon arrival, we’ll go directly to Captain Leroy’s big boat for deep sea fishing in New Bedford, MA. Price: $140 includes: coach bus ride, fishing boat, bait, fishing bag and rod and reel. REMEMBER to bring lunch and your rain gear.

FINAL PAYMENT is DUE AUGUST 21st. Contacts: Carl Tyler, 917 579-1178 /Celeste Collier, 917 744-3413.

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

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

front restaurant. Also, you’ll receive a Welcome Party Pack and a trip to an Atlantic City casino with a bonus package. In route home, there will be a stopover at another Atlantic City casino with a bonus package. Contacts: Eleanora Jones, 718-671-5707/Harmon Leacock, 718671-9610.

H ey ever yb od y! M a r k you r ca len d a r - Novem b er 13-15 (3 days/2 nights), we are going to the Atlantic Club Casino (formerly the Hilton) on a deluxe coach bus. Double occupancy: $200 and Singles: $265. ($10 Slot Bonus + $10 Food Credit + $10 Casino rebate). Flyers available in Clubroom 19. Reservations: Beverly James and Virginia Stewart, 718-3790377 (after 3 pm).

BR I DGE C L ASSE S: Learn to play Bridge - keep your mind alert. First 2012-

2013 class will begin on Friday, September 7th. To register for a Bridge class, call Alvin Lisle at (718) 671-8852. Classes will be held in the RETIREES Clubroom 19, Dreiser Loop. Beginner’s class: 11 a.m. - 1 p.m./Intermediate class: 1-3 p.m.

T h e AAR P DR I VE R SAF E T Y (1 d a y) C L ASS will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 10th, from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. in the RETIREES clubroom 19, Dreiser Loop.

Fees are: $17 for AARP Members/$19 for non-members. Call Eugene Hunter at 718379-0377 (Mondays and Thursdays 1-5 p.m.) for reservations.

T H E AT R E C O M M I T T E E: All program prices include transportation. Van departs 8:30 a.m. SHARP. Sat., Nov. 10th, 10 a.m. “RADIO CITY CHRISTMAS SHOW” Price: $75. On Thursdays (from 3 p.m.), see Committee

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

Members in clubroom 19 for information regarding new shows.

G O OD AND W E L FAR E : We send best wishes to all members on the mend for a speedy recovery and a subsequent long and healthy life. “Sending a little sunshine to sprinkle in your day, reminding you that you're thought of in a warm and special way!” Contact Elinor Gordon at 718 379-8755 regarding illnesses and bereavements.

AT T E NT I ON! The summer is almost over and the First General membership meeting will be Wednesday, September 5th, 1:30 p.m. in the Dreiser Auditorium.

Mark your calendar.

“Yesterday is history. Tomorrow is a mystery. Today is a gift. That's why it’s called the present.”

—C la u d et t e Da vis

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We welcome back our Building Associations Recently our Ombudsman, Mr. Joseph Boiko distributed a letter to all of the building and townhouse associations, welcoming them back from their summer break. Here again we want to take this opportunity to welcome you back and we hope that this time off has been both eventful and enjoyable for everyone.

In Mr. Boiko’s correspondence he included a list of the various department directors and managers that the associations are more than welcome to contact and invite to be guest speakers at your association meetings that take place throughout the year.

We ask that you please contact them directly, with proper advance notice, should you wish to invite them to attend your meetings and provide your association members with information regarding their respective departments. The aforementioned individuals will basically be available to attend meetings Mondays through Thursdays. We also ask that you limit your invites to each individual guest director/manager to once per year and have a different director/manager speak at each monthly meeting so not to overload any director or manager, given the fact that some of our directors/managers are occasionally asked to attend other meetings as well, such as board meetings and/or committee meetings, which always take place in the evenings. In addition, some of our staff members live quite a distance from the development, therefore we ask your cooperation in having them first on your agenda so that they may leave at a reasonable hour. As always we thank you for your cooperation in this regard.

As Mr. Boiko has emphasized in his

Management Corner

Marion Scott Real Estate, Inc. memo, if you’d like we can place a notice of your association’s meetings on the Riverbay crawler channels 12/591.

Please e-mail the name of your association along with the date, time and location of your meetings to: cbb @riverbay corp.com. The notice will be placed on the crawler for a period of two weeks prior to the meeting date. Only announcements of your meeting will be posted.

A small housekeeping item: We ask that when posting notices for meetings or association events within your buildings that you only use masking tape.

Using masking tape prevents the paint from being peeled off the walls which is unsightly and costly to repair.

M et r o Nor t h Tr a in St a t ion H ea r in gs We have been advised by both the Borough Presidents Office and the MTA/Metro North Railroad that the Metro North train station proposed for Co-op City is now on a fast track and may be here in five years time rather than seven years as originally thought.

Last year we had a meeting with the Borough President and representatives from the Metro North Railroad on the need for such. In fact we reported to the community about the fact that this meeting took place and that Co-op City is one of four neighborhoods in the Bronx that are being considered for new train stations, Co-op City, Parkchester, Morris Park and Hunts Point.

Co-op City Branch of the NAACP National Night Out 2012 brought the best of Co-op City into the Co-op City Greenway. Thank you to everyone that made it possible and what a great idea to have the movies on the Greenway!

Saturday was a great rehearsal for the September 29 2012, Co-op City Branch of the NAACP Fashion Show/Luncheon Extravaganza. Thanks to everyone for participating. The next rehearsal is on Saturday August 25, 2012 from 2:15 - 5 p.m. All models are needed, so please be there and please bring your 2” inch heels. Designer Leslie Monique will be there along with staff in Rm. 36 at 2:15 p.m. The cut -off date for submitting ads for our journal has been extended to September 10, 2012.

Please get your ads in ASAP; September is not that far off. Send Ad payments care of the Journal Committee to P.O.B. 753111 and email the ads to marilynt1@msn.com. Tickets are available from: L. Townes: (718) 379-3504. The incentive for selling tickets has been modified. You will get a free ticket if you sell two tables or more. The tickets are $85.00 each. No tickets will be sold at the door.

Raffle book proceeds can be mailed c/o Ms. Eleanor Donnley, Co-op City Branch of the NAACP, P.O. Box 753111. Our models will be modeling clothes from these popular designers: Isolife.NYC.com; Coogie.com, Raif Atelier, Leslie Monique, Willie Kloss and Wendy Williams. We will have entertainment plus a DJ for dancing. This event promises to be an amazing and memorable afternoon and we hope

everyone will participate. For new Raffle Books call J. Brown at (718) 671- 8915 and for tickets: E. Donnley at (718) 379129. Help us make the NAACP Luncheon and Fashion Show Extravaganza the sellout it should be.

President Obama in conjunction with the NAACP recently launched a new initiative toward educational excellence for African Americans. He understands that only a nation that is first in education will be first in job creation and economic growth. This initiative is a key step forward so share your ideas on our Facebook page.

The London Summer Olympics 2012 were the best example of master athletes competing, great diversity and beauty. All the team members are winners and what a great example of people fiercely competing based on athletic talent. Bravo to everyone that made the World Olympics possible.

To share news and to contact us, write the Co-op City Branch of the NAACP, P.O. Box 753111, Einstein Station, Bronx, NY 10475 or email, evalazaar@gmail.com.

Please remember to renew your NAACP membership and enter your membership number. For everyone going through a healing process we hope for your total recovery and if you should need some assistance or have a question do contact our branch. This press release is submitted with the approval of President of the Co-op City Branch of the NAACP, Jeannette Graves.

—E va L a za a r, Br a n ch Secr et a r y

This meeting was well attended by a cadre of representatives for each of the four communities in question, which included elected officials, business owners, board directors, association members and other community based organizations and management personnel, all asking many important questions and expressing their support of the initiative.

In addition, Management met with representatives of Borough President Ruben Diaz’ office this week to discuss the fact that they are now ready for phase two of the planning, which entails holding meetings within the communities in question to inform them of the plans and determine the sentiment of the community regarding the initiative, which will enable residents to ask questions and have their concerns if any answered.

These meetings or hearings are essential, as the Borough President’s office and the Metro North Railroad need to be able to ascertain whether or not the residents welcome the building of the station in their respective community. We therefore ask that you assist us in getting your neighbors to come out for the hearing and speak in favor of such. The hearing is scheduled for, Monday, September 24th at 7:00 pm in the Dreiser auditoriums. We too will seek support from the community by posting notices in the buildings as well as having them in The

Co-op City Times.

We believe that there are many advantages to having a Metro North railroad station here at Co-op City, which includes the convenience of either walking or taking a short bus ride to a local station that will quickly take you upstate or down to Manhattan and other boroughs.

We have routinely had difficulty selling apartments in Section Five and we believe that in part it is associated with the fact that there are fewer parking spaces in Section Five, which only has two parking garages and parking on the street is at a premium. The train station may eliminate the need for a vehicle for some residents and may discourage others from driving into the community which would free up some parking space for residents that need it. In general the train station will be another great amenity of the community and therefore we are strongly encouraging everyone to come out to show your support for this initiative, because there are other communities in the city that are vying for approval to have new stations placed in their communities, therefore we need to demonstrate that the demand and desire to have Co-op City considered for a train station is as great if not greater than any other community and the proof will be in the numbers; we thank you for your support.

Respect your neighbors.

Keep the noise level down.

A Research Study for Healthy Couples Doctors at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine are looking for • healthy couples • between the ages of 22-45 • in a monogamous relationship for at least 6 months • Women must be using hormonal birth control or have an IUD or tubal ligation.

The purpose of this study is to see if sexual intercourse affects the natural ability of the female genital tract to protect against infections.

The couple will be screened for HIV, and females will have a gynecologic exam and vaginal fluid collected, and males will have a genital exam and provide a semen sample. Female volunteers will return 4 times after sexual intercourse for sample collection.

• Female volunteers will have 5 visits and will be reimbursed $30 per visit ($150 in total).

• Male volunteers will have 1 visit and will be reimbursed $30 for each visit ($30 in total).

All visits will take place at the Albert Einstein General Clinical Research Center.

Please call Lily at (718) 430-3061 or e-mail einsteinstudy@yahoo.com.

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Seabrook appeals conviction

BY JIM ROBERTS Attorneys for former City Council member Larry Seabrook have filed an appeal in federal court that asks the judge to vacate his conviction on nine felony counts and grant him a new trial.

In court papers filed Aug. 14, Seabrook attorney Edward Wilford argues that while Seabrook was indicted originally for allegedly defrauding a non-profit agency,

prosecutors introduced evidence of fraud

by Seabrook against New York City.

“As such, the government’s trial evidence and particularly the arguments made by the government during summation impermissibly broadened the scope of the indictment permitting conviction for an uncharged offense. This constituted a constructive amendment, in violation of the defendant’s Fifth Amendment right to be

tried on charges already voted on by a grand jury,” Wilford wrote.

The attorneys also claim that just because Seabrook was aware of the “incompetence” of an employee doesn’t prove he was involved in a conspiracy to defraud.

Seabrook faces sentencing on Jan. 8, 2013. He could receive 180 years in prison and $2 million in fines.

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The administrative entrance to the lower level of 2049 Bartow Avenue (electronic doors) will be closed on Saturday, Aug. 18 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. while construction work is being performed.

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“Tunes on Tuesdays” performances every Tuesday on Section 1 Greenway Tunes on Tuesday, sponsored by the Riverbay Fund, will resume on Tuesday, August 21 on the Section 1 Greenway with Ann Sinclair and Friends, thanks to funds

generated through the community’s generous use of the recycling donation bins.

The concerts are held from 7 – 8:30 p.m. every Tuesday throughout the month of

August, In case of rain, these concerts will be held in the Dreiser Auditorium B. Bring your chairs and come join the fun!

Zodiacs Track Team hosts orientation The Zodiacs Track Team is hosting an orientation on Friday, August 24, 7 p.m., in the Bartow Community Center, Rm. 28 for youth between 6 and 16 years of age.

If you are interested in having your child improve their horizon through Track

& Field, please attend the orientation.

Parents or guardians must attend orientation for their child to join the team. We compete all year round in multiple events from Cross Country to Indoor and Outdoor Track and Field meets. Children learn how

to balance sports and education.

For additional information, visit www.Zodiacstrack.org or contact President Thomas Francis at 718-679-2060, coPresident Winston Dinkins at 914-4416196, or email WATCLT@AOL.COM.

Farmer’s market in Co-op City until Nov. 17 The Farmer’s Market in the park beside the Firehouse at the corner of Asch Loop and Aldrich Street will be there every Saturday from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. until November 17. WIC & Seniors’ Farmer’s Market coupons are accepted. This program, which offers fresh fruits and vegetables to the community, is a collaboration of the Riverbay Fund and Harvest Home. Please come out and support our local farmers.

REMINDER FROM CSO REGARDING REPAIRS C oop er a t or s a r e r em in d ed t h a t R iver b a y M a in t en a n ce st a ff will n ot en t er a p a r t m en t s t o m a k e r ep a ir s u n less a n a d u lt is p r esen t . I f you h a ve a sch ed u led Ma in t en a n ce a p p oin t m en t , p lea se m a k e su r e t h a t you or a r esp on sib le a d u lt is a t h om e—n ot a m in or —or else r ep a ir s will n ot b e m a d e.

T h a n k you for you r coop er a t ion .

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Ideally, they should be typed. All letters must be in the Co-op City Times office in Room 21, Bartow Community Center, by 3 p.m. every Monday to be considered for publication in that week’s edition. Views and opinions expressed in letters and Directors’ Viewpoint are solely the writer’s, and not necessarily shared by the Co-op City Times or Riverbay Corp.

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Public Safety Report Co-op City Department of Public Safety offers safety tips for college students

BY LIEUTENANT PAM APOLLO As back-to-school time approaches it is important for students going off to college to be sure they are as safe away from home as they are at home. The United States Senate, the House of Representatives and most states recognize September as Campus Safety Month. Campus and off campus living presents a set of hazards for young adults. By being aware of the hazards and taking steps to protect against them students can be safe while attending college.

Make certain that the student has a plan of action including at least two different exit routes wherever they are. About one quarter of all university housing fires occur in September and October so it is best to start off the school year prepared to avoid a problem. All residents of the dwelling should be aware of the plan. A portable smoke and carbon dioxide detector which plugs into an outlet is a good item to bring along to college. Purchasing and learning how and when to use a fire extinguisher is a good idea especially if cooking facilities exist. Never try to extinguish a large fire, it is always best to leave and call 9-1-1.

From January of 2000 to the present there have been 79 fatal fires that have occurred on a college campus, in fraternities or sororities or in off-campus housing within 3-miles of the campus. These fires have claimed a total of 114 victims. During the school year 2011-2012 there were a total of 9 campus related fire deaths. This is a spike in a trend that was starting to decrease.

Public Safety Blotter: August 6- August 9 AUG UST 09, 2012 100 Ben ch ley P la ce A male was jumped by several males and thrown to the ground. According to unknown witnesses, the perpetrators then proceeded to pummel the victim and stomped on him. The victim received minor injuries and was taken to a local area hospital for treatment.

120 C a sa ls P la ce A CCPD unit on patrol noticed suspicious activity. At approximately 3 a.m. the officers stopped and questioned a 21 year old male as he was exiting a vehicle parked on Co-op City Blvd. The suspect responded with a story that further aroused the officers’ suspicions. After conducting an investigation, the officers placed the suspect under arrest. The suspect was also found in possession of complainant’s property as he exited the car. When the true owner of the car was located, the suspect was arrested and charged with larceny. The suspect was later remanded to Bronx Central Booking where it was discovered he had outstanding warrants related to stealing. The two officers were applauded for their alertness.

AUG UST 07, 2012 2073 Ba r t ow Aven u e CCPD was called to Rite Aid after store security stopped a man as he attempted to exit the store with stolen merchandise. The items were recovered and the man’s identity verified. The store then informed the man he was no longer allowed there in and would be arrested if he attempted entry.

AUG UST 06, 2012 100 Bella m y L oop A man walking at this location at approximately 4:30 p.m. suddenly felt a sharp pain to his shoulder. When he examined himself he found a wound to his shoulder.

After notifying CCPD, officers arrived on scene and discovered the man had been shot by an unknown person with a BB gun. The CCPD is asking that anyone with information regarding this matter contact CCPD. All calls will be kept confidential.

This past year 86% of the deaths occurred in off campus housing. Residence halls, sororities and fraternities were also affected. Lack of automatic fire sprinklers and missing or disabled smoke alarms were factors which contributed to some of the fatalities. Careless disposal of smoking materials and impaired judgment from alcohol consumption or drug use were also to blame in some fires.

More information about campus fire safety can be obtained on the Campus Firewatch website at www.campus-firewatch.com. Campus Firewatch is a national newsletter focusing on campus fire safety issues.

They have been a leader in raising awareness of the importance of fire safety at our nation’s campuses.

Campus Firewatch has also been the catalyst for numerous projects and efforts over the years. Campus Firewatch believes that a student with fire safety knowledge can change the outcome of an otherwise fatal fire.

Additional resources have been made available by a $497,000 grant by the Department of Homeland Security.

This money has been used to put out fire safety education pamphlets as well as a website www.igot2kno.org. This website has valuable information and videos especially designed for young adults. Videos on the website include a survivor’s fire story and how alcohol use can increase fire risk. The website is put out by The People’s Burn Foundation and has groups on Facebook, Twitter and You Tube. Every year awareness of this hazard increases. If your child is going off to college be sure to take steps to ensure their safety.

College students also need to be aware of the fact that callers with bad intentions may intentionally target blocks of campus and off campus telephone numbers. Callers may try to obtain information from students under false pretences. College students can be the victim of identity theft or other types of scams. Telephone calls obscene in nature may also be received. Students should use caution and never give out personal information over the tele-

phone to somebody they do not know. Campus and local police should be notified of any incidents.

Next week’s article will feature “Back to school safety tips” for elementary to high school age students.

As we approach the last few weeks of summer we remind cooperators of these summer rules. 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 the year due to the effects of offshore tropical storms. Only swim in areas where and when lifeguards are on duty. Parents must supervise children at all times. Never swim alone.

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.

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Thank you to shareholders for support I want to thank you Shareholders for calling me and expressing your support of my NO vote on a Resolution approved to pay MirRam Group Lobbyist $7,500 per month for the next year to press for legislation that would enable our Public Safety Department to obtain Peace Officer status. Thanks for the history lesson from several sources about the owner of MirRam Group that has enlightened me. I am also indebted to another longterm shareholder who educated me about the Public Safety Department and how it has evolved. Her greater fear in the years ahead is that our children risk bodily harm because they like to run around. I tend to be proactive and will continue to push for youth forums etc. to educate our youth, preventing as much negative confrontation as possible with law enforcement. As a community we must pull together to ensure that residents in Co-op City understand via education, that if caught with drugs especially, they will more than likely get jail time rather than referrals to drug rehabilitation.

During the week I have received several calls from Shareholders about issues important to them. I was able to followup on one in particular. We have a sidewalk vendor on a corner in Section 5 selling ice cones. The problem is that cars make illegal stops to make purchases, which put other moving cars at risk of having an accident. I suggested that Management find a safer location for the vendor and also identify other corners vendors could set up and sell their crafts.

Like other shareholders, I tend to like the idea of vendors, like back in the day on

Director’s Viewpoint

Evelyn Turner Assistant Secretary

125th Street and would like to see not only the sale of ice cones but other crafts.

To the Shareholders who called about unfair employment practices, please be advised that Board Members cannot get involved with the day to day operations of any department.

Please understand that we pay over one million dollars a year for this Management company to run Riverbay Corporation and as such, cannot directly intervene on your behalf. However, put your concern in writing and we will follow-up. Like many of you I have been extremely dismayed that Management saw the need to reduce our Community Relations Department to a three (3) day operation. This is a large city, and it’s so important that we continue all the outside and indoor activities at the same level Shareholders presently enjoy. Why don’t we set up a “Development Department” of grant writers to write grants for ALL departments? This is what other large organizations do. Shareholders deserve to have FUN and quality community events.

We were also informed this past week that management, in an effort to increase efficiency, has reorganized some depart-

ments. That said I find it unique that we no longer have a “Human Resources Department.” This Department has merged with Risk Management. The former HR Director will report to the former Risk Management Director. We now have a “Risk Management and Employee Services Department.”

Many of you may recall the concern about the cost of Training for the Power Plant. A recent Memo was received to announce that one Consultant from Rev 1 will begin work on August 20, 2012.We have approved an hourly rate of $88.00 for all hours worked, plus free housing in an off-line apartment and parking. Also, we will pay, $50.00/day, 7 days/week to cover meals and incidentals. The Consultant will perform Environmental Health and Safety services as a contract employee at the Riverbay Power Station.

The Maintenance Department has reorganized with an Assistant Director appointed. Management is also interviewing consultants in order to undertake a full scale review and analysis of our computer service department.

Asbestos Abatement has been an ongoing concern and Management is attempting to identify experienced and licensed individuals from an independent company to undertake asbestos abatement as needed. Reportedly, with individuals identified, we can provide a startup budget which is believed in the $25,000 -$50,000 range. A long term goal is to have a Riverbay controlled asbestos abatement company.

A Shareholder informed me that she

had to purchase a fan this summer due to the lack of adequate air conditioning services we so desperately needed when the weather was extremely hot. She was disappointed that after spending so much on the power plant we are not comfortable all the time.

Consulting engineers, with regard to garage repairs have proposed that to keep our garages sound it will cost about $250,000 per garage. The garage work is 5 years old.

We are still waiting for definitive information on the HUD loan. We are in touch with Wells Fargo and New York Community Bank.

I was informed that our Management Company has received a stamp of approval by HCR for performing satisfactorily during the contract period ending June30, 2012. Therefore, it was suggested that they would approve an extension of the contract for an additional 12 month period. The HCR Commissioner also prescribed an increment of 2.6% in the managing agent base rate fee for the period commencing July 1, 2012 to June 30, 2013. Accordingly, the total maximum compensation would be $165, 818 per month.

Shareholders, I will continue to share information with you so that you will have a better understanding of where and how your carrying charge is being spent.

This is just a snapshot. This is YOUR HOME, your COMMUNITY, let’s work together. Contact me: Evelyn M. Turner evelyntinez@aol.com 718-320-8088 or 917-324-1033

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Latest community events I want to thank everyone that attended or participated in our National Night Out Against Crime event on Tuesday, August 7, 2012.

Good Tim e Aga inst Cr im e We had good participation on the Greenway. Lots of people brought their family and friends and they had a nice time.

Some people were dancing to the music while others served food. Speaking about food, I would like to thank Joe Boiko and everyone for preparing and serving 750 hot dogs and other food items for this event. That's a lot of work.

Then we had a lot of people that stayed and had a good time watching The Transformers.

So, as you can see, there are nice events that are happening in our community. And, most of these events are occurring on Tuesdays.

So, I would like to thank Michelle Sajous, the Riverbay Fund, our management company, all of our employees, the 45th Precinct, the 45th Precinct Council, Assemblyman Mike Benedetto, and anyone that donated anything for this event.

Child ID/DNA K it There was a horrible case in the newspapers about a young child that was abducted and dismembered. Then, close to home, we had an attempted abduction that involved a young child.

So, now is the time that we need to take extra care, just in case. And, we can make preparations for the unthinkable by obtaining a Child ID/DNA Kit. With this kit, we can store photos, identification information, medical records, fingerprints, hair samples, and DNA (swab) material on our family

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Daryl Johnson Assistant Treasurer

members.

This kit will be invaluable even if nothing ever happens to one of your family members.

NYCB Loa n NY Community Bank told this community that we have until September 15, 2012 to close on the Wells Fargo/HUD loan if we want to get rid of their 15-year loan.

Now, our payments will continue to go up with the NYCB loan if we don’t refinance that loan.

So, currently, we're paying NYCB about $38.8 million a year, at 5.75%.

However, as mentioned before, our payments are going to increase over the years to a final point in the year 2026 to $41.6 million a year, at 6.5%.

Then, we're going to have to refinance a balance of $398.4 million.

Can we afford this payment? Who's going to lend us this money? The banks know the answer to these questions.

So, we have to be prudent and take steps to get rid of this loan.

Wells Far go / HUD Loa n Now, let's review part of our refinancing plans. We're looking to refinance our NYCB loan with a loan through Wells Fargo. The loan amount will be $621,500,000. HUD, SONYMA, and NYC HCD are insuring parts of this loan.

This refinance deal will be for 35 years

CHRISTMAS IN THE SUMMER TOY DRIVE to benefit Children’s Hospital of Montefiore

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

This Drive Will End on August 24, 2012.

at a fixed rate of approximately 3%. And, our fixed payments over the life of the loan will be $29,808,743. And, we will not owe any money at the end of the 35 years.

However, again, NYCB warned us that we have until September 15, 2012 to prepay their loan off. After that date, the prepayment penalties of millions of dollars will be catastrophic for this community. So, naturally, people are worried if HUD will pull through on their commitments and if everything will fall into place. However, we have been told that we will be able to complete this new loan before September 15th.

Visitor s t o You r H om e It's nice to have people come over, talk, relax, and have a nice time, right?

However, please make sure that you know the behavior of the people that you invite into your home. Why? There have been cases of people that have visited our cooperators and then they've committed incidents within this community.

One case that I'm working on right now involves an elderly man that graciously allowed a so-called friend to visit periodically. However, this so-called friend allegedly harassed a few ladies here and allegedly committed a few other incidents here.

So, this so-called friend was arrested.

Then, after his arrest, guess what this socalled friend allegedly did? He allegedly stated that he was living with this elderly man. Incredible, huh? We're not finished.

Riverbay, in accordance with our regulations, then sent eviction papers to this elderly man's home. Now, this elderly man will have to go to court. However, I'm glad to report that things will be okay

for this elderly man once he signs a stipulation agreement in front of the judge.

L esson You are responsible, as a cooperator, for people that visit your home.

Therefore, parents, do you know who is visiting your home while you're away?

You can get a community complaint and an eviction notice based on the things that go on in your home.

Now, some people are genuinely nice.

However, some people will try to take advantage of our elderly folks here. This is unfortunate, but it's true. Um, hey, I'm going up to Co-op City. So, may I stop by for a few moments? What is the purpose of their visit? Please be careful whom you invite into your home.

Ta ke a n Inter est in Your Neighbor s Are there cooperators here that need assistance? Do they live on your floor?

Can you greet them periodically? Hello.

How are you doing? I haven't seen you in a long time? Is everything okay?

And, then, please check on them periodically to make sure that they're okay.

Close Let's help all of our neighbors to enjoy our community. Thank you.

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

Or, please send a message to me at darylhjohnson@optonline.net (There should not be any problems with this email address if it is typed correctly.)

And, finally, you can call me at 718671-4544.

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

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African American Association of Co-op City The following are some of the ongoing programs sponsored or supported by the Association and we encourage you to participate: Educa tion – Intr oduct ion to Kiswahili – On August 20th, the Per Ankh AfricanCentered Study Group will present an introduction to Kiswahili. The session begins at 7:00 p.m., Dreiser Center, Room 15.

On September 17th, there will be a geographical review of all the nations on the African continent. Our knowledge of classical African history is essential for the survival of people of color. All are welcome.

Call 718-379-5555.

Sa tur da y Yoga C la sses – The final Saturday morning yoga class is today, August 18th from 9:00-10:00 a.m. at 167A Dreiser Loop. All are welcome. For more information, call 718-671-8364.

J o b / E n t r ep r en eu r i a l Wo r k s h o p

P r ogr am – Meets every first Thursday.

Next meeting: September 6th, 7:00 p.m., Dreiser Center, Room 15. The mission is to help anyone who wants to work and to assist individuals in starting a small business. You can obtain information about job openings and add your name to our roster to receive updated information. Call 718-3201424.

Z umba Fitness C lasses – Zumba fitness incorporates the movements of calypso, salsa, tango, meringue, samba, hip hop, reggae, African dance, and much more.

Classes begin Monday, September 17th, 7:00 p.m. in Dreiser Community Center, Room #2. All are welcome.

E vening Line Da ncing – This instructor has choreographed movements to Soul, Latin and Gospel music, with a breakdown of steps to make it possible for all to learn.

Classes begin Thursday, September 13th,

Audition for pr oduction of The W iz Black Forum, in conjunction with the Bronx Children’s Theatre is planning on staging a production of The Wiz starring the community’s children. The cast requires about 25 young actors and actresses: 15 youngsters between the ages of 6-11; 5 from the age of 12-15; and 5 between 16-18 years old are needed. Auditions will be held today, Saturday, August 25, 10 a.m. sharp in Dreiser Community Center. No experience necessary. Space is limited. Please call 718320-8035 as soon as possible to register.

Each child must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. We will also be starting a chorus for children between 13 and 17 years old. Call (718) 320-8035.

Defensive Dr iving r esumes in September The Black Forum defensive driving course resumes September 8, Rm. 1,

Dreiser Center, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Call to register, 718-320-8035. Please make your check in the amount of $35, payable to “the Black Forum of Co-op City,” and mail to P.O. Box 563, Bronx, N.Y. 10475 at least 1½ weeks before the class, or you can walk in on the day of the class but you must have $35 in cash to pay for the course.

Going to Aqueduct, toda y We are going to Aqueduct Casino on Saturday, today. Pick-up: 12 p.m. sharp front of the Dreiser Rehab Center; 12:15 p.m. - Bingo hall at Bartow; 12:30 p.m. front of Einstein Center. Cost: $25, $10 rebate. Hurry! Call (718) 320-8035 and let us know where you’d like to go next.

Food distr ibution a t Eva ngelica l C hur ch We will be distribution food once a week at the Evangelical Church located at 2350 Palmer Avenue, Rev. Dr. Milca Plaud,

7:00 p.m., Dreiser Community Center, Room #2. All are welcome.

C omputer Cla sses – Learn all there is to know about Microsoft Word, the Internet, E-mail, Facebook, Skype, and much more.

Classes are tailored to your needs. Bring your laptop and $5.00. Members get one free class. Classes resume on Tuesday, September 11th, 7:00 p.m., Dreiser Center, Room 15. Call 718-379-5555.

J ustice for R a ma r ley Gr a ha m – On July 19th, the final vigil was held for the slain Ramarley Graham. For those who don’t know, on February 2, 2012, NYC Police Officer Richard Haste illegally entered Graham’s home and shot and killed the unarmed 18-year-old. On June 13, 2012, Haste was indicted at the Bronx Courthouse and arraigned on $50,000 bail. The indictment was motivated by the many Thursday night vigils and rallies at the 47th Precinct

where Haste was still employed. The trial will begin on September 13th. Your presence in the courtroom is needed. The Association will continue its vigilance.

G en er a l M em b er sh ip M eet in g – Saturday, September 8, 6:00 p.m., Dreiser Center, Room 15. (The meeting time was changed from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. because our members would like to attend the Co-op City Fair.) Bring your ideas and suggestions and, if approved, we will make it happen.

If you cannot attend, you may send your membership check or money order (DO NOT MAIL CASH) of $15 for a single membership and $25 for families to: African-American Association of Co-op City, P.O. Box 702, Co-op City Station, Bronx, NY 10475. Your membership helps to support this organization that sustains our community.

—Fr a ncine R . J ones

Black Forum Pastor. Look out for more details.

Bla ck For u m Aer obics in session Aerobics classes have begun. Classes are held every Monday and Wednesday, Dreiser, Aud. A, 7:30 p.m. To register, please call (718) 320-8035. Nominal fee for each class.

E m er gen cy Food Pr ogr a m We are open on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 11 a.m. to 12:45 p.m., Room 20 at the Dreiser Community Center. Also, due to budget constraints and shortage of available food, you must live within zip code 10475 to participate in this program. You must also have your card with you and bring two clean plastic shopping bags.

In order to receive food, you must present a current photo ID such as a non or driver’s license or any photo ID card with proof of address. You will then be issued a

card in order to pick up food in the future.

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

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

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

Thank you to the Black Spectrum Theatre for their great performance entertaining hundreds of residents. See you again next year.

—Ton y I llis

National Council of Negro Women Come see the Cherry Blossom in Washington DC. Join us for a guided tour of Washington DC April 5–8, 2013 featuring tours of: Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial, Arlington National Cemetery, Iwo Jima Memorial, WWII Memorial, Korean War Veterans Memorial, Vietnam Veterans Memorial, Smithsonian Institution, U.S. Capital, Embassy Row, Lincoln Memorial, and the White House. Motorcoach transportation provided. Pick up location: Dreiser Community Center in front of Dal Paint. Cost: Double: $419pp; Single: $539.

Deposit of $75 due Nov. 30. For more info.

contact: Roberta, 718-671-4804; Joyce, 718-655-9034 or Yvonne 718-320-9694.

The next Book Club meeting will be on Saturday, August 25 at 3:30 p.m. at Barnes & Noble. We will be discussing: “The Girl Who Played With Fire” by Stieg Larsson…

Please come out and join us.

Our New York State Convener Lynda Bagley did the installation of the new elected officers Thursday August 9. They are: President, Dorcas Lay; 1st Vice-President Deborah Oguamah; 2nd Vice President, Lori Melton; Treasurer, Janet Allen-Smith; Financial Secretary, Maxine Sullivan;

Recording Secretary, Gladys Williams; Assistant Recording Secretary, Sonia Feliciano; Corresponding Secretary, Marjorie Leonard; Parliamentarian, Roberta Booze; Historian, Joyce Howard; Chaplain, Sadie Gilmore.

Reminder: General membership meeting 2nd Sunday of each month at 3:00 p.m., Dreiser Center, room 11.

The theatre group’s upcoming plays: “Josephine Baker” at the Beckett Theatre, 410 West 42nd Street, Saturday, September 8,; and October 6, “Fanny Lou” play at Hunter College.

With the hot weather, drink plenty of water even if you are not thirsty. Travel safely when outside in the heat. Wear light, loose fitting clothing. Stay cool in the shade and out of the direct sun. Avoid doing strenuous physical activities.

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

Please contact Sadie Gilmore, 718-6713721, to notify us of any birthdays, illness or bereavement.

Happy Birthday to our August members.

—Ma xine Sulliva n

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Elected officials aren’t serving Co-op City residents Fellow cooperators, I continue to look at our elected officials, compared to other communities and neighborhoods and I say, “Why us?” why do we not have elected officials who respond to us in a responsible, meaningful way?

I ask you, when do you remember any of our elected officials taking the initiative on anything? I would even go so far as to predict that most don’t even know who our elected officials are, but why should they — what have any of these elected folks done for us except pass out free food in exchange for votes at election time?

We all know we are going through tough economic times. Cooperators’ budgets are bursting at the seams, and those on fixed incomes are definitely struggling. However, it seems like all we do is pay and pay, many times paying for duplicate services, services the city does not provide for us, despite the taxes we pay. Again, I’m grateful we have a Public Safety force but where is the 45th Precinct? Does the 45th Precinct even know we exist, and where we are? And forget the city’s Sanitation

Extension Directors, still intend to complete our own evaluation of the managing agent’s performance. Please understand that an evaluation is not necessarily done only for the purpose of determining good or bad performance; the more important aspect of an evaluation is to determine areas that are working well, areas that need modification, and what changes are needed to improve overall performance. The intent of the Board’s evaluation of management is to ensure that the overall performance of the Riverbay staff provides

Director’s Viewpoint

Tony Illis Department, somehow they got a free ride and decided we’re on our own.

How did we ever get to the point where the city said garbage pickup is up to you, it’s not our job or responsibility?

And to top it off, we’re still paying over $4 million a year for unnecessary abatement work with our flooring that isn’t necessary because there’s no threat or danger to anyone’s health. If this work had to be done, and it posed a legitimate problem, why aren’t developments throughout the city with similar floor tiles required to do such work?

No way around it, folks, we are being selectively punished with this outrageous cost and bureaucratic requirement, and this financial burden on the hard-working people of Co-op City is being met with silence.

Everyone says it’s wrong, and not fair,

and doesn’t make sense, however that’s it — our elected officials ignore the situation five minutes after it’s mentioned, and the question lingers, why us? There was a time when elected officials used to fight for us; however, that was a long time ago and is now ancient history because we don’t hold our elected officials feet to the fire.

Another matter I’m a bit concerned about is the overall operations at Riverbay Corporation. People talk to me, people from all over and in all types of positions and jobs, and morale among employees seems to be at an all time low. While top management has been working hard in some areas, like trying to negotiate a guaranteed loan from HUD, and keeping our cogeneration plant running up to par, they don’t seem to be aware of how the average worker or cooperator feels, meaning they don’t seem to recognize that people are three-dimensional human beings. When things go bad or there are unresolved problems, as I’ve said before, the fish stinks from the head.

Too often, I believe, management

acts without considering or even thinking about the possible negative consequences to others. Yes, there has to be a chain of command in any organization; however decrees from the top, especially ones that are arbitrary and make no sense, only serve to dishearten the work force, with the result that no one benefits. You’ve heard me mention the negative culture at Riverbay before and I can pledge to you that I have always, and will always, do my best to make sure it doesn’t return. I don’t know the specific details of certain personnel moves at Riverbay but I’ve heard complaints and I want to find out what’s going on, if management is handling day-to-day operations in a professional, meaningful way. I know it’s summer, and we are going through the long, hot days of summer, but I do believe it is time that management is evaluated by the Riverbay Board of Directors.

Somehow this never seems to happen.

Time will tell.

Give me a call at (718) 320-8035, or email me at tonyshome10475@ gmail.com — no attachments, please.

1999 and during that time has overseen numerous major capital improvements including the reconstruction of the garages, repair of all balconies, required Local Law 10 repairs to building facades, replacement of roofs on a majority of the community’s buildings with others currently in progress, replacement of all windows, and the transformation of the Co-op City power plant into a co-generation plant capable of supplying all needed electrical power for the entire community plus additional power for sale back to the electrical

grid. In addition, Public Safety’s technology was significantly enhanced through a new digital command center, all lighting in public areas was replaced with energy efficient cost saving fixtures, and a central garbage treatment facility was created to bring trash away from the community’s homes as efficiently as possible on a daily basis. Most of these completed projects were made possible by a successfully refinanced mortgage in 2004 negotiated jointly by management and Riverbay’s board leadership at the time.

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continuing improvement to the community’s quality of life.”

“While Marion Scott Real Estate has done many things well to improve the community, I believe there are some areas that need improvement,” said Director Othelia Jones, who previously served as President for three years. “I think an evaluation is needed and such an evaluation would be fair to them in order to know what is positive and where changes may be needed.”

Marion Scott Real Estate Inc. has been the managing agent of Co-op City since

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Co-op City Seventh Day Adventist Church With this last hurrah for summer, it is important that we remember the principles of sun safety.

For years the Seventh-day Adventist churches have incorporated sun safety in appreciation of the beauty of this element of creation. As a component of the NEW START program the “S” represents sunshine. We believe in using the acronym N utrition, E xercise, W ater, S unshine, T emperance (moderation), A ir, R est and T rust in Divine Power to create a holistic approach to good health.

H e r e a r e a f ew t i p s f r o m t h e CDC ( Cen t er s f o r D i sea se Co n tr o l ) http://www.cdc.gov/Features/SafeSkin/ index.html.

• UV rays are strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.

• Reflective surfaces (water, cement, and sand) increase your chances of getting burned by the sun’s rays.

• You are just as likely to get too much sun on a cloudy or hazy day as you are on a sunny one. UV rays are strong enough to burn your skin even on cloudy days.

S un safety t ips: • Cover up with clothing to protect exposed skin. A long-sleeved shirt and long pants with a tight weave are best.

• Wear a wide brimmed hat and wrap around sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays.

• Seek shade, especially during the midday hours of 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. when UV rays are strongest.

• In addition to sunscreen with an SPF of 15 or higher, apply lip balm with an SPF factor.

• Avoid tanning salons.

To learn more about the NEW START program please contact our church at the number listed below.

C o - o p C i t y S DA B e t t e r L i v i n g H e al t h & F i t n es s Ed u c at i o n C e n t er • Children’s Exercise Program: Sundays, 11-12 p.m. - Free • Adult Exercise Program: Sundays, 121 p.m. - Free We ha v e a n a c t ive D i s a b i l i t i e s M i ni s t r y. Our church is designed with the disabled in mind. Please ask us about disabilities fact sheets featuring information for children and adults. Please tell us how we may best accommodate your needs.

B r e a d M i n i s t r y pick up on Saturdays between (2:30—3:30 p.m.) Please take one for a neighbor.

U s e d C l o t h e s D r ive : The Children’s Department of Co-op City SDA are requesting donations for either used or new children’s clothing to be given to the needy in the community.

We e k l y We d n e s d a y P r a ye r M e e t i n g at 7:30 p.m.

S a t u r d ay S a b ba t h Wo r s h i p S e r v i c e s 9:30 and 11:00 a.m.

A f t e r n o o n B i b l e S t u d i e s at 3 p.m.

C h i l d r e n ’s S t o r y H o u r every 3rd Sabbath of each month at 3:00 p.m.

A d ve n t i s t Yo u t h program at 5 p.m.

A p o t l u c k l u n c h e o n is usually served after services on Sabbath in our fellowship hall. Please join us in refreshments and fellowship.

The Co-op City SDA Church is located at 1010 Baychester Ave., Bronx, NY 10475.

Pastor Okezie Erondu can be reached at 718-320-0518. We are located next to the Ramada Inn. You can reach us on the web at www.CoopCitySDAChurch.org I have come that they may have life, and that they may have it more abundantly. John 10:10 New King James Version (NKJV) — Ch e r y l C . S i l v er a

American Legion Post 1871 Greetings to all of our Post members that are homebound and recovering from various medical operations. We wish you a speedy recovery. Happy Birthday to all of our Post members that have a birthday in the month of August: H. Alford, W. J. Bond, D. Chavis, A. Dixon, A. C. Jackson, G. McKay, I. Hochfeld, J.W. Mckenzie, R. I. Lawson, Jr., L Menchise, J.M. Ozunga, J. Mosley, EJ Nell, J.A. Sheffield, P. Winfrey, P.G. Roy, J. Session, M. Winn, W.A. Scott and H. L. Ayala. If I don’t have your name down for this month contact me ASAP and it will be in the next issue of the Co-op City Times. Our Post is located in Section 5 Community Center, 135 Einstein Loop, Room 41.

Our office number is 718-320-8165 and you can also reach us by e-mail at post1871@optimum.net.

The executive meeting will take place on Wednesday, Sept. 5 at 2:00 p.m. sharp.

Please mark this date on your calendar as a reminder. The U.S. Army will send more than 100 female ballistic vests tailored specifically for our female solders deploying to Afghanistan with the 101st Airborne Division.

On Sept. 8, from noon to 6 p.m., our Post will have a table in Section 5 Greenway and we will be looking for Post members to volunteer to man and help move the table to the Greenway and other equipment. If you are available, please report to the Post at 11 a.m. to lend a helping hand and support our Post. Uniform of the day: baseball cap and Post blue shirt to identify you as a Post member.

Do you know what it takes to have clean teeth and a healthy mouth?

Building 30 Association We have an email address. It is: Building30@hotmail.com This organization cannot work without the participation of the cooperators of Building 30 A&B. I hope that we can help each other.

C o m i n g E v e n t s : The next meeting of the Association is Wednesday, September 5. Doors open at 7:00 p.m. and the meeting commences promptly at 7:30 p.m.

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

G o o d & We l f a r e : We want to

“Thank you” for attending our monthly meetings and for your continued support which makes our meetings interesting and meaningful. We are going on Summer hiatus and will return on Wednesday, September 5. Have a very happy and safe summer.

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

SEE YOU SOON. — Mi r ia m E . Be r lo f sky

Brushing your teeth too hard and using a firm-bristled toothbrush with too much pressure to clean teeth can permanently wear away the protective enamel, triggering tooth sensitivity and cavities and causing receding gums. So remember to use a soft tooth brush and gently brush your teeth in a circular scrubbing motions at least twice a day. Drinks that fight aging: drink water! Hydrating will help that groggy feeling and make your skin look its glowy best now and later on in your life. When you drink milk before bed, your body will love for supplying calcium for your bones, and muscles and

you will wake up even stronger.

Attention all Post members: know you can pay your dues online. And if you don’t have an computer, the Post will except a money order, check and cash too. September will be here before you know it and we will be looking forward to seeing our Post members lined up with their dues in their hands at the general meeting.

Why did the Cyclops have to close his school? Answer: He only had one pupil.

This information was provided by the post information officer.

— R i c h a r d I . L a w s o n , J r.

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Circle of Christ Church - Hearts of Love Ministry of NY Reverend Elisamuel “Sam” Colon and the Congregation of Circle of Christ Church would like to extend an invitation of love and peace in the name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Please join us for a time of adoring worship, praise and the Word of God. Allow the Lord to reach into your heart and help you see the road of light and joy.

Circle of Christ Church is a beacon which the Lord has lit onto Co-op City and it is our purpose as a church and as children of God to serve, teach and bring forth the Gospel for all to hear and witness.

Focu s Scr ip tu r e For T he Week : Psalm 5:3 (NLT) “Listen to my voice in the morning, LORD. Each morning I bring my requests to you and wait expectantly.”

Up com in g E ven ts: Ba ck t o School Su pp lies:

Friday, August 24th @ 7 p.m.: Youth Service Sunday, August 26th @ 11 a.m.: Worship Service Friday, August 31st @ 7 p.m.: Youth Service CCC will be giving out FREE book bags and school supplies during the following services to the local community.

While supplies last: first come, first serve basis. All are welcome.

Sp a n ish Ser vice – Ser vicio en E sp a ñ ol: Sunday/Domingo, August/ Agosto 26th @ 3:30 p.m. Communion will be served on this day. La Santa Cena será servido en este día.

C om m u n ion Su n d a y – Sunday, September 2nd @ 11 a.m. Join us at the Lord’s Table.

Sched ule of Ser vice: Bib le St u d y & P r a yer every

p r a yer r e q u es t on lin e at p r a yer @cir cleofch r ist ch u r ch .or g or give your request to an usher during Friday or Sunday services. - Circle of Christ Church h elp s su p por t m ission s in Peru, Colombia, Puerto Rico, Mexico, Bronx and Africa. Join us in our goal to expand God’s work throughout the world.

Please make all donations to Circle of Christ Church – memo Missions.

P lea se m a il a ll you r inq u ir ies or d on a t ions t o t h e followin g a d d r ess: Circle of Christ Church 147 Dreiser Loop Plaza Level Bronx, NY 10475 347-945-1992 E m a il: a d m in@cir cleofch r ist chu r ch .or g Web sit e: www.cir cleofch r ist ch u r ch .or g

Wednesday at 7 p.m.

Teen C h ur ch (13-19) & C hild r en’s Bib le C lu b (5-12) - every Friday, 7 p.m.

Su n d a ys: Worship Service*** 11 a.m. start ** F ir st Su n d a y of ea ch m on t h is ou r C om m u nion Ser vice.

Children’s Church (4-12 years old) 12 noon start (Dreiser Rm #2) Little Lambs (2–4 years old) noon start (Dreiser Rm #2) Spanish Speaking Service Last Sunday of each month, 3:30 p.m.

Servicio en Español Ultimo domingo del mes a las 3:30 p.m.

F Y I: You can now see portions of our services and worship on our website www.circleofchristchurch.org, Facebook, Youtube & Bronxnet Cable Channel #70, Saturdays at 4 p.m. You ca n su b m it you r

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

Weekly Schedule: Sunday service and Sunday school are both at 9 a.m. Every 4th Sunday our children participate in the reading of the lessons and every 5th Sunday, our young adults assist in the service. Bible

study is held each Wednesday at 7 p.m. and choir rehearsal is on Thursday at 7 p.m.

P lea se n ot e: Sunday school, Bible study and choir rehearsal will be on break during the month of August. The next class for Confirmation and new members will resume the second week in September.

We look forward to welcoming everyone at service on Sunday, August

Su m m er St or e: The store will be open on Thursday, August 16 and Friday, August 17.

For more information on the above events, please call the church at (718) 320-0844. “ Taste and see that the Lord is good; happy are they who trust in him!”

(Psalm 34:8) —D. Singleton

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F u n d r a isin g E ven t : On Saturday, September 15, the Men’s Club is sponsoring a day trip to Washington DC. The trip includes a visit to the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial, the African American Civil War Memorial and Museum, and an allyou-can-eat buffet luncheon. Tickets are $90 per person. Bus leaves at 7:00 a.m. from the Dreiser Loop deli.

Zodiacs Track Club As we close out our track and field season, I look back to all the blessing we received this year: We started the year off with Aaliyah Wajid wining the Youth Girls 4K (2.5 miles) American Amateur Union (AAU) Cross Country National Championship on Saturday, December 3rd at Wide World of Sports in Orlando, Florida. Zodiacs had 12 athletes (Darius Gordon, Alix Scott, Adrian Swift-Henry, Giovanna Tolbert, Jacqueline Kendall, Josephine Kendall, Ralph Escobar, Xavier Wajid, Pearl Webster-Rutledge, Joseph Webster-Rutledge and Reina Wajid) compete in the AAU National XC Championship, all 12 received medals and ran some great times.

C olga t e Wom en G a m es – On January 2012, Zodiacs had seven athletes (Lisha Mckenzie, Jaelah Eargle and Kendra Todd, Shawneese Walker, Jasymn Phillips and Jaelah Eargle, Aaliyah Wajid and Pearl Webster) qualified for the 38th Colgate Women Games finals at Madison Square Garden. They received lovely trophies and Colgate Women Games sweat suit. Plus, Lisha, Jaelah and Kendra received education grants of $250 for their 3rd place finish.

M illr ose G a m es – On February 2012, Zodiacs had 10 athletes qualified & competed in the 2011 Millrose Games, the youth boys relay team lead by Darius Gordon, Alix Scott, Elijah Harewood and anchored by Taje Nelson won the Gold Medal. The youth girls relay team lead by Sukanya Wade, Josephine Kendall, Kayla Johnson and anchored by Olivia Morgan won the Silver Medal. Adaria Reaves took 3rd place, earning her a Bronze Medal in the 8 years & under fastest kid race. Julian Coley won the boys 8 & under fastest kid race.

Adid a s Gr a nd Pr ix – On June 9, 2012, Zodiacs athletes qualified & competed in

the Adidas Grand Prix at Ichann Stadium where Adaria Reeves won the Silver Medal and Julian Coley winning the Gold in the fastest 8 years & under girl and boy race. In the youth boys 4 x 400 meter relay, Taje Nelson, Hugh Fraser, Keelan Thomas, & Shem Spencer won the Silver Medal.

USAT F Na tiona l J u nior O lym pics – July 2012, Zodiacs had 23 athletes qualify for 2012 USATF National Junior Olympics at Hughes Stadium, Morgan State University in Baltimore, MD. Needham Youth Classic – July 2012, Zodiacs won the 2nd place team trophy in the 2012 Needham Youth Classic Track Meet by having 31 1st place wins. Plus athletes breaking meet records.

(AAU) Am er ic a n Am a t eu r Un ion C lu b C h a m p ion sh ip – July 2012, Giovanna Tolbert medal at the AAU National Club Championship in Orlando, Fl. M a r k Spr in ger Yout h Tr avel Gr a n t Plus, we were awarded the 2012 Mark Springer Youth Travel Grant. The grant award is up to $1,250.00 in actual expenses which can be used for transportation and housing costs associated with your club's participation in one of the following 2012 USATF National Championship events.

Stipend - Zodiacs were able to give out over a $1,000 in stipends from our successful fundraiser events; this thanks to our parent committee and parents.

The Zodiacs wish to thank all who supported us; you made all of our accomplishments possible. We will honor your at our next banquet.

This is just some of the outstanding achievement we had during our past track season. We will be on break for the month of August and starting back on Sept 6th with our cross country and cross training season. If anyone interested in joining the Zodiacs Track Foundation, we are having

orientation on Friday, August 24th in the Bartow Community Center in Co-op City at

7:00 p.m.. A parent or guardian must attend the orientation for a child to try out for team.

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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 ch u r ch of love a n d u n d er st a n d in g, located at 1659 East Gun Hill Road, Bronx, NY 10469; telephone (718) 862-9172.

SUM M E R C H UR C H SC H E DUL E (DR E SS-DOW N SUM M E R AT T I R E J ULY 1 – SE P T E M BE R 2) Ad u lt Su n d a y Sch ool - 9:00 a.m..

Wor sh ip Ser vice - 10:00 a.m.

Communion Ser vice - Every First and Third Sundays Pr a yer M eeting & Bib le Study – Wednesday at 7 p.m.

T H E F O L L OW I NG P R O G R AM S AR E AT T H E C H UR C H ’S ANNE X: 2053 ASC H L O O P NO R T H (C O -O P C I T Y) Morning Prayer Services - Tuesday, 6:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.

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

Extension of Prayer and Worship Service – Every First and Second Fridays (beginning August 3rd), 7 p.m.

OT H E R SC H E DUL E D E VE NT S:

Sa t u r d a y, Sep t em b er 15t h – Join the Nurses Ministry on their Annual Trip to The Big “E” State Fair in Springfield, Mass. Departure from Church Annex (2053 Asch Loop North, Co-op City) at 7:30 a.m.

Tickets: $60/Adults; $35/Children (3-10). For additional information and/or to make reservations call (718) 671-7935 or 671-1754.

Sa t u r d a y, O ct ob er 6t h , 10 a .m . – 4 p .m . The Missionary Ministry sponsors a FLEA MARKET at the church. Featuring best pre-owned items at great prices, with hourly give-a-ways. Vendors are invited to join this event. All vendors’ tables, $50 each. For additional information and/or to reserve a space, call (718) 3794237, (718) 671-6922 or the church, (718) 862-9172.

Sa t u r d a y, O ct ob er 13t h , 3: 00 p .m . – The Sepia Players present THE GLORY TRAIN, sponsored by The North Carolina Team. Donation: $20. For further information or to purchase tickets call: (718) 655-7241 or (718) 994-3751.

Sa t u r d a y, O ct ob er 20, 9 p .m . - 2: 00 a .m . – Enjoy a great evening of entertainment at the South Carolina

Committee’s Annual Dance in Dreiser Auditorium, Co-op City. Music by DJ Jimmy Pressley. Tickets: $20/advance; $25/at door, available by calling (718) 379-8514; (718) 671-0425, (718) 671-5493, (718) 6710231.

Wed n esd a y, O ct ober 24 – F r id a y, O ct ob er 26 – C P C FAL L F O L I AGE TO UR I N T H E BE AUT I F UL SH E NANDOAH VAL L E Y. Includes a visit to the Martin Luther King Memorial, Washington, DC; drive on the Skyline Drive along the crest of the Blue Ridge Mountains, visit to Luray Caverns, a wine tasting experience and shopping at Charlottesville’s Historic downtown mall. 3 breakfasts, 2 dinners, accommodations and transportation. Cost: $395/Double Occupancy; $495/Single. For additional information and/or reservations, contact CPC Tours at (718) 671-1182.

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

E va n G . M it ch ell —E

Faith at Work Christian Church We meet at 177 Dreiser Loop/Dresier Community Center – room 8, 9:30 a.m. Sundays.

Church telephone (718) 644-0951, email: fatwcc@aol.com Weekly Wor sh ip E xp er ien ces: 5:30 p.m. Wednesdays Praise Team Rehearsal 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays Bible Study Sunday Morning Worship 9:30 a.m.

Youth Church 9:00 a.m. 2nd through 4th Sundays.

C h u r ch M ot t o: “We are Christ-Centered, FamilyFocused with, Power and Authority” C h u r ch M ission : To empower, educate and motivate men, women, boys and girls to reach their full potential and live abundant lives through preaching and teaching the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

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

C om m un it y M ea l a nd Food P a n t r y: We are so blessed to have had a full house on Sunday! When you show genuine concern for God’s people they show up.

We want to thank the community for coming to worship and not only to the meal and pantry. Please note, we do this to be a blessing—you do not need to contribute. We thank you for all contributions but know that it isn’t necessary. T h e C om m u n ity M ea l a n d P a n tr y will r et ur n to 3r d Su n da ys, Sep t em b er 16, 2012.

Socia l J u st ice M in ist r y: Jesus spoke of justice all the time and so should the church! We are re-establishing our Social Justice Ministry and our first focus is on Youth Violence - Enough is Enough!!! We live in a workingclass/middle class community and yet we are silent as a collective when it comes to violence. Just last week in Haffen Park (just across I95N) a 14 year old was killed and many young people have been killed here. These are

our children and if the church doesn’t lead, who will?

Life isn’t merely about individual achievement, we are a community and our children are in trouble. If you are interested in joining in the fight (as a member of our church community or from the community in general) send me an email at fatwcc@aol.com and you will be sent our pre-meeting information. We are collaborating with other churches throughout the five boroughs. Take a stand for our children so that there will be a future.

We are not ashamed of the Gospel of Jesus Christ, for it is the power of God unto salvation of everyone who believes! (Rom 1:16) What great power that is when you realize that you are not in this alone. Our witness is to God’s goodness and not our personal accomplishments.

Remember it’s never about us but always about the goodness of the Lord.

—P a stor Deb or a h

Pentecostal Tabernacle Pentecostal Tabernacle is at 120 Benchley Pl., Building 24. Welcome everyone to attend worship service, prayer meeting and Bible study on the following days.

Sunday school for all age groups begins at 10:30 a.m.

Mid-day worship service at 11:45 a.m. to 2 p.m.

WEDNESDAY: Prayer meeting starts at 7:30 p.m.

Friday: Bible study starts at 7 p.m.

Focus: All living things have the fingerprints of Divinity upon them because all things were made by Him and for Him. {Colossians 1:16} For by him were all things created, that are in heaven, and that are in earth, visible and invisible, whether they be thrones, or dominions, or principalities, or powers: all things were created by him, and for him.

God did more than experiment with a weekend hobby.

He put his own breath into his creation. God created mankind in his own image as His representatives and gave them His leadership ability. All mankind is created in His master plan.

On those grounds, no one should criticize individuals for differences in skin, hair, eye color or mental capacity.

To speak evil against the creation of God is to speak evil against the creator.

And God said, Let us make man in our image, after our likeness: and let them have dominion over the fish of the sea, and over the fowl of the air, and over the cattle, and over all the earth, and over every creeping thing that creepeth upon the earth.

So God created man in his own image, in the image of God created he him; Male and female created he them. And God blessed them, and God said unto them Be fruitful, and multiply and replenish the earth, and subdue it: and have dominion over the fish of the sea, and over the fowl of the air, and over every living thing that moveth upon the earth. (Genesis 1:26-28) God’s creativity reflects in our development of tools, selectively bred animals, hybridized plants, and invented technology. The creator not only developed incredible life forms, but he also put his very creative power into

those living creatures.

Remember now thy Creator in the days of thy youth, while the evil days come not, nor the years draw nigh, when thou shall say, I have no pleasure in them.

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Co-op City Baptist Church Rev. Dr. Sheldon E. Williams and the Co-op City Baptist Church family invites you to join us tomorrow for worship service at 9:00 a.m. We invite you to wor ship, study, a nd pr ay with us.

Plea se note effective Su nday, August 5, ther e will be one wor ship ser vice held at 9:00 a.m. This summer schedule will r ema in in effect t h r ou gh Su nd a y, September 9.

The C o-op C ity Ba ptist C hur ch is loca ted a t 135 E in stein Loop R oom 50 (lower level). Our telephone numb er is 718-320-3774. Visit us on the web at www.coopcitybaptistchurch.org.

Midweek worship service, Bible study classes and prayer services are on

hiatus for the summer and will resume in September.

Family and Friends Day will be held on Sunday, September 9 in Room 45 (2nd Floor Einstein Center) The theme is “Let us give the Lord Thanks for our Family and Friends”. The scripture is Psalm 118:1, Give Thanks to the Lord, for He is good, His love endures forever (NIV). We invite you to join us for this celebratory service.

On Saturday, October 6, we will celebrate our Pastor’s 20th Pastoral Anniversary at the Greentree Country Club at noon. The Greentree is located at 538 Davenport Ave, New Rochelle, NY. The guest speaker will be the Rev. Dr. James A. Thornton, Pastor

of Salem Missionary Baptist Church, Brooklyn NY. Ticket price for adults is $90; children 3 to 12 years $60. For tickets or additional information, call 718-671-1918, 718-320-1825.

Fashionable shoes and Philly cheese steaks – what could these two items possibly have in common, you might ask? It’s the Philadelphia Premium Outlet in Philadelphia, PA. The Scholarship Ministry invites you to join them on Saturday, October 27. Ticket price is $45. The bus will leave from the Emigrant Savings Bank located at Asch Loop and Bartow Ave at 7:30 a.m. sharp! For tickets or additional information call, 718-379-0541, 718-6717507, 718-671-1918 or 718-320-3774.

Rev. Dr. Williams has a radio show on WMCA 570 AM every Friday at 1:30 PM. 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. Visit his Websites: www.P r in cipleC ent er ed L iving.com or www.R evDr Sheld onE W illia m s.com.

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

—Hatt ie L. Luca s

Church of 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 Pr ogr a ms a nd E ven ts: Adult Sunday School is from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Youth Sunday School is also from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Holy Communion is served the First Sunday of the month.Youth Sunday takes place on the Second Sunday of the month.

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

fourth Sunday of the month. Seniors’ Sunday takes place on the Fifth Sunday of the month. Singles’ Ministry meets every Third Tuesday evening of the month at 6:00 p.m. Kids For Christ Choir & Club meets 1st & 2nd Friday of the month at 6:30 pm. Seniors’ Ministry meets 1st Wednesday of the month at 11:00 a.m. Mid-day Bible Study meets every Tuesday afternoon from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. Women’s Day will be held Sunday, Aug. 19 at the 11:00 a.m. service.

Rev. Joyce Eady from Bethel Gospel Assembly will be the guest speaker.

Women, let us celebrate and unite as Onein-Christ. All women will be in white attire. Kindly contact Sis. Loretta Scott

718.671.2623 for further information.

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 115 Einstein, Bronx, NY 10475; Telephone: (718) 671-8746 or (718) 320~0409.

Please visit our website at www.churchofnewvision.com.

—C a r ol Ha que

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

Visit our website at www.co-op cityum chu r ch.or g Su n da y Ser vices – The first Sunday of the month is a bilingual service with com-

munion at 10 a.m. All other Sunday services are as follows: English Service at 9 a.m. and the Spanish Service at 11:30 a.m.

There are Bible studies in English and Spanish at 10:30 a.m. We also have a children’s service during the English service.

P r a yer Night : The Lord said “whenever two or more are gathered in my name I am in the midst of them.” Matthew 18:20. We will be having a prayer night on Tuesday evenings at 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the church building. Come and bring your prayer needs so we can all pray and become prayer warriors. Bring a friend who would like prayer.

Also on Thursday’s mornings at 10:30 a.m. there

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C r escen d o C h r ist ia n M usic School: Learn piano, guitar, percussion, voice and theory. Contact Maestro Frank Colon at (917) 753-3644. The school will be open from Monday – Friday 2 – 8 p.m. Private and group lessons are available. Earlier lessons can be arranged. All ages are welcome. Summer registration is free and rates are affordable.

M en ’s Fellowship: Every Thursday evening at 7 to 8 p.m. Come and share your testimonies, explore your gifts and be blessed in the Word of our Lord. Hope to see you there.

Tr ip t o L a nca st er : J on a h , To anyone

who wants to go, we are sorry to say that the trip is full, we have no more space left.

Keep an eye on the paper for future trips.

F lea M a r ket: Come and have an enjoyable time shopping. We are having our second annual flea market on September 22nd from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. (rain date is 9/29). If you are interested in being a vendor, the cost is $30/space and $5 extra for a table. Call Pauline at (718) 320-1552 (mornings & evenings between 5 & 8 p.m. only), or call Priscilla at (347) 987-8219 (if no answer leave a message) or call Barbara at (347) 603-7473 (If no answer leave a message).

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Bartow

Einstein

Dreiser

Library 9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., Rm. 31

Library 9:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m., Rm. 49

Bingo 11a.m., Room 31

Dominoes 10 a.m., Rm. 45

Dominoes 2 p.m., Rm. 25

Advanced Line Dancing (on vacation)

Word Games 9:30 – 11 a.m., Rm. 31

Around The Lunch Table 11:30 a.m., Rm. 49

Card Games 2–4 p.m., Room 25

Walking and Exercise w/Ms. Gaskill 2-4 p.m., Room 45

Crochet and Knitting 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Rm. 7 Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session 9:30-10:30 a.m., Rm. 7 Stay Well Exercise 10-11 a.m., Room 2 (on vacation until Sept.)

Mind Teasers 12–1 p.m., Rm. 4 Gentle Yoga w/Anne 2–3 p.m., Rm. 2 Afternoon Movie 2–4 p.m., Rm. 7

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

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session: 9:30 – 10:30 a.m., Rm. 7

Bingo: 10 a.m., Rm. 31

Dominoes: 10 a.m., Rm. 49

Dominoes: 2:30 p.m., Rm. 25

Tai Chi: (will resume Sept 4)

Word Games: 9:30 –11:30 a.m., Rm. 31

Bingo: 1 p.m., Rm. 49

Wed., August 22

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

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

Thurs., August 23

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

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

Fri., August 24

Tues., August 21

Mon., August 20

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

Alert & Alive: 10:3011:30 a.m., Rm. 7 (on vacation until Sept.)

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

Mixed Cultural Dance: 10:30-11:30 a.m., Aud. B Mind Teasers: 12 pm - 1 p.m., Rm. 4 Tuesday Movie w/popcorn: 2-4 p.m., Rm. 7

Dominoes: 10 a.m., Rm. 45 Spelling Bee: 10 a.m., Rm. 49 Spanish Practice Class: 10:30 a.m., Computer lab Bingo: 1 p.m., Rm. 49

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

Dominoes: 10:00am, Rm. 45 Art: 10:00am, Rm. 45 10:00 -11:00am, Rm. 36 Bingo: 1:00pm, Rm. 49 Card Games: 2:00pm 4:00pm, Rm. 49 Blood Pressure: 2nd and 4th Friday, 10:00 11:30am, Rm. 49

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session: 9:30 – 10:30 a.m., Rm. 7 Sewing w/Raymonde: (on vacation until Sept.)

Tai Chi: Vacation July 23-September 4 Mind Teasers: 12-1 p.m., Rm. 4 Zumba: 1-2 p.m., Aud. A Art Class: 1-3 p.m., Rm. 7 Yoga w/Bhadra: 2-3 p.m., Rm. 2 Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session 9:30-10:30 a.m., Rm. 7 Blood Pressure 1st & 3rd Thursday 10-11:30 a.m., Rm. 7 Line Dancing Every Thurs 10 am - 11 am, Aud. A Mind Teasers 12-1 p.m., Rm. 4 Drama (on vacation til Sept.)

Piano Sing Along 11 a.m. – 12 p.m., Rm. 7 Crochet and Knitting 10:00am-12:00pm, Rm. 7 Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session 9:30-10:30am, Rm. 7 Meditative Moments (on vacation until Sept.)

Mind Teasers 12:00pm-1:00pm, Rm. 4 Therapeutic Yoga 1:302:30 pm, Rm. 8 Card Games, Dominoes 2:00pm-4:00pm, Rm. 7 *Schedule subject to changes without notice*

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

Date:

Kosher

Non-Kosher

Soups, Breads and Desserts

Mon., August 20

Orange Juice Turkey Meatloaf Zucchini Provencal Red Mashed Potatoes

Pork Chop Baked Potato Wedges Broccoli

Whole Wheat Bread Peach-fresh or canned Peaches in juice

Tues., August 21

Apple Juice ¼ Chicken Cacciatore Spaghetti Marinara Tossed Salad

Chicken Salad Macaroni Salad Beets

Whole Wheat Bread Apricots canned in juice

Wed., Orange Pineapple Juice Braised Beef August Carrots 22 Parslied Whole Potatoes

Salmon Corn Spinach

Whole Wheat Bread Fresh Banana

Orange Juice Thurs., Baked Tilapia Cajun Style August Kasha & Bow Ties 23 Broccoli Souffle’

Meat Balls Pasta Shells Italian Blend

Whole Wheat Bread Fresh canned pears

Apple Juice Fri., Roasted Chicken August Brown Rice & Mushrooms 24 Creamed Spinach w/Garlic

Barbecue Chicken Rice Mixed Vegetables

Whole Wheat Bread Fresh Orange

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

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

Upcoming Events/Trips At t en t ion a ll sen ior s: T h er e will b e n o r efu n d s for a ll t r ip s.

C en t r a l Ave n u e – We d n e sd a y Au gu st 29t h - $13.00 – 2 Hrs XMAS Tree store, 1Hr – Trader Joes & 2 Hrs in Amazing Savings. Trip includes round trip transportation/boxed lunch. Pickups: Bartow – 9:00 am, Dreiser – 9:15 am, Einstein – 9:30 am. No Refunds.

F R E E – BRO NX Z O O . T h u r sd a y Au gu st 30, 2012 – Only 20 seats available! Trip includes round trip transportation, boxed lunch, general admission to the following exhibits, Butterfly Garden, Congo Gorilla Forest and more. Pickups - Bartow 10 a.m., Dreiser 10:15 a.m. and Einstein 10:30 a.m. Return 2 p.m.

J ASA C losed M on d a y Sept em ber 3.

F a ir wa y - Tu esd a y Sep t em b er 4t h $3.00 – 2 Hrs. Trip includes roundtrip transportation. Pickups: Bartow -11:00 a.m., Einstein – 11:15 a.m. & Dreiser – 11:30 a.m. No Refunds.

Ta n ger O u t let M a ll – (Deer P a r k ) – We d n es d a y Se p t em b e r 5, 2012 $12.00 – Trip includes roundtrip transportation/boxed lunch. Pickups- Bartow 8:30 a.m., Dreiser – 8:45 a.m. & Einstein 9:00 a.m. Only 20 seats available. No Refunds.

St e w L eo n a r d s – M on d a y Sep t em b er 10t h - $3.00 – 2 Hrs. - Trip includes roundtrip transportation.

Pickups: Einstein – 1:00 p.m., Bartow – 1:15 p.m. & Dreiser 1:30 p.m.

We i g h t M a n a g e m en t S u p p o r t G r ou p - Due to vacation the last class was held on July 30th and will resume

on Monday September 10th, 10:00 a.m.

- Bartow Avenue Room 25, every Monday. Maintaining a healthy weight is not easy but with knowledge and practice it can be. Come join the Weight Management Support Group to learn techniques and information that can help you maintain a healthy lifestyle.

C a r e give r Su p p or t G r ou p - A Caregiver Support Group can offer an atmosphere of understanding and support for caregivers to discuss issues and concerns. Whether you care for a loved one from a distance or in your home, you are most welcome. The group meets every other Tuesday at: 2049 Bartow Ave., Rm 31 from 1-2 p.m. Next meeting is August 28, 2012. The support group is facilitated by a social worker. If you have any questions, please contact JASA at 718-320-2066.

DISABI LI T Y SUP PO RT/ SO C I AL I Z AT I O N G R O UP – The group meets every 1st Friday of the month. For more information contact John Sullivan @ 718-671-2090 (ext 3010). Transportation is provided if available.

Dom in os P la yer s W a n t ed . The Bartow Senior Center is looking for Dominos players. If interested come to the Bartow Center, room 31 from 2-4 p.m. every day.

L ost & Fou n d on the JASA BUS – Black sun visor, a pair of black shades (plastic), a pair of prescription glasses with brown plastic frames & a purple plastic telephone cover.

BBQ Notice!

WEEKLY TRIPS DATES

WEEKLY TRIPS

PRICE

PICK-UP TIMES

As scheduled: 1st Mondays:

Stew Leonards Super Wal-Mart

$3 $12

TBA

Bowling

TBA

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

8:30 a.m. 8:45 a.m.

11:00am 11:30am

Einstein 1:00 p.m.

9:00 a.m.

11:15am

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.

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WEEKLY SCHEDULE

AARP Chapter #4997 F YI : AARP’s National Event & Expo, Life@50+ is scheduled for Sept.

20-22, 2012 at the Morial Convention Center in New Orleans (LA). This year, AARP is offering for the first time, the Life@50+ Digital Event Registration, exclusively for registrants. For $299, you’ll have full access at your fingertips to the even t s sch ed u le, the latest AARP digital apps, easy access to archived sessions and so much more! In addition to all of this, AARP wants to thank you for going to New Orleans, so will be giving you an iPad 2 as a special gift! You m u st b e p r esen t to receive the iPad 2. Don’t miss out on this great opportunity, as there is a limited number.

H ea r tfe lt Con dole n ce to Virginia Bolling on the loss of her brother.

NOT E : To our sick, on the mend and shut-in members, and those bereaved members, please know that you are in our prayers. Contact Frances Wilson, Good & Welfare Coordinator - 718 671-5493.

2012 T O UR AC T I VI T I E S Sep t . 12 – 14, 2012 – Wa sh in gt on , DC — T R I P C ANC E L L E D – contact Daisy, 718-671-3241.

O ct . 15-17, 2012 – R ock in g H or se R esor t w/a st op a t M on t icello R a cewa y C a sin o (on the way) – trip includes dinner & live entertainment and dancing after check-in; complete resort activities including indoor/outdoor pool; horseback riding; hayride; games, contests and

prizes during the day; and much more; 5 meals w/coffee, tea & cake all day… $349/person, double; $409/single; $343/person, triple – contact Jean, 718379-3742.

Dec. 30, 2012 – J a n . 1, 2013: New Yea r s E ve M a sq u er a d e Ba ll a t t h e Desm on d – includes a stop at the Sands Casino w/$30 slot play & $5 food or leisure time in Bethlehem (PA); after a full breakfast buffet, choice of activities for the day; New Years Eve Masquerade Ball w/open bar & surf & turf dinner; masquerade masks, noise makers, entertainment, music & dancing; New Years Day brunch & show before leaving for home...$524/person, double; $634 single; $514/person triple; $28/person travel insurance available. $100 deposit/ person ($128 deposit/person if taking the insurance). Contact Delores, 718-3792176.

2013 TO UR AC T I VI T I E S J a n . 10-20, 2013 – T h e H a wa iia n I sla n d C r u ise Tou r (11 days) – includes 5 ports of call: Honolulu, Maui, Hilo, Kona & Kauai; on the Norwegian Pride of America; airfare and tours included in the price…inside state room - $3,599/ person; outside state room - $3,899/person; outside balcony - $4,669/person (new price); $500/person deposit (plus insurance payment) due at sign-up.

Contact Jean, 718-379-3742.

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Baychester Library Events VISIT THE LIBRARY - A GREAT WEALTH OF INFORMATION Tuesdays: Toddler Time @ 11 am; Kids Tech Time @ 3 pm Wednesdays & Fridays: Kids Read Aloud @ 11 am Adult End of the Summer Celebration: Saturday, August 25 @ 12:30 pm Children’s End of the Summer Celebration (Birds of Prey): Monday, August 27 @ 3:30 pm Young Adult End of the Summer Celebration: Tuesday, August 28 @ 4 pm Teen Time (Manga Drawing Workshop w/Misako Rocks) - Friday, August 24 @ 3:30 p.m.

WEEKLY EVENTS KIDS Game On Nintendo Wii! - Every Monday @ 3:30 p.m.

Teens TAG - Every Tuesday @ 4 p.m.

Read Aloud - Every Wednesday @ 3:30 p.m.

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

Chess Club - Every Thursday @ 3 p.m.

CR Arts/Crafts - Every Thursday @ 4 p.m.

Teen Time - Every Friday @ 3:30 p.m.

Film - Every Saturday, 2:00 p.m.; Aug. 18, Shine a Light w/Rolling Stones); Aug. 25, Standing in the Shadows of Motown

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Becau se of the a nniver sa r y of Sept.

11, we will be going to the R esor t C asino on M onda y, Sept. 10. Cost per person $33, casino bonus slot play $25. Time of pickup 8 a.m. starting at Einstein Loop followed by Asch and Dreiser Loop. Don’t forget your photo ID and casino card.

Sa tu r da y, Sep t . 8, our annual raffle luncheon at the Seashore Restaurant at 12:30 p.m. The cost per person is $48 which includes a choice of broiled filet of sole, broiled or grilled salmon, fried shrimp or scampi, chicken parmesan, prime rib roast of beef, and barbequed chicken or ribs, or a combination of both.

There will be the usual appetizer, salad, pasta, potatoes, beverages and a special strawberry cake. Everyone will receive a

raffle ticket which enables all to go home with a gift. Come spend an afternoon of good food, friendship and a day of good will. Payments are due by Aug. 31.

Wednesday, October 24 – Foxwood’s Theatre and Casino for a tribute to Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons, $57. All who have made deposits, please send in your balance of $30 by Sept. 21.

For the above trips, please call Mildred at 718-320-0288, Loretta at 718-671-2958 or Lydia at 718-671-3005. You can reach us in the morning hours up to noon or in the evening after 5 p.m., Monday through Saturday.

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

—Lydia R ua s

Goose Island Seniors Wednesday Aug. 22; YES, we are having a Bingo Game in Room 39 at 1:30 p.m.

Admission is $2.00 for members only, refreshments served.

Sunday Aug. 26, having a Sunday Bingo in Room 39 at 1:30 p.m. Admission $3.00.

Everyone is welcome to join in our game.

Refreshments served and snacks.

Tuesday Aug. 28, Going to Mt. Airy Casino in the Poconos. We have a few seats left. Price is $30.00, Rebate is $25.00, slot play and $10.00 toward food. Pickup time is 8:00 a.m. at our three usual bus stops. Einstein Center, Asch Loop (back of library) and Dreiser Loop. Make sure you have you picture I.D. card with you.

Tuesday Nov. 13, Going to THE FIESTA IN WOODRIDGE N.J. Price is $60.00.

Pick-up time is 9 a.m. for an international jamboree; plenty of music, comedy, and a surprise guest. Menu: chicken francese, roast beef, filet of sole, a glass of wine, special dessert, coffee, tea, soda.

On Aug. 15, all members had a lovely afternoon at Crab Shanty. It was very enjoyable to see all our members together.

For more information call Ann or Mary at 718-379-9613 or come to 135 Einstein Center, Monday - Thursday 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. or call Mary at 718-379-4899 or call Ann 347-267-4751.

GOOD HEALTH TO ALL. —Ma r y Pilla

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Traditional Synagogue of Co-op City

Reflections

by Rabbi Solomon I. Berl Spiritual Leader of Young Israel Synagogue Hasidic literature contains the story of a king who once wanted to learn the secret of humility. To achieve humility he wore old clothes on his body, ate very little food, left his beautiful palace to live in a hovel and employed men to revile him. All this did not help, for he felt more proud than ever before.

A wise man then showed him the path to true humility when he told the

king: “Dress like a king, live like a king, act like a king; but inside, let your heart be humble.”

Being humble does not mean avoiding people, being silent or wearing shabby clothes. On the contrary, it implies accepting ourselves as we are, but being fully aware of our potential as well as of our limitations. It means living with integrity on the outside and humility on the inside.

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

Saturday services are continuing thanks to those people who attend.

Please try to attend whenever possible.

We would like to remind our members and any Jewish people in Co-op City looking for a conservative syna-

gogue, we are still here, and all are welcome. Try to take a Saturday and come to services when you can.

Donations can be mailed to the Coop Jewish Center.

Tickets are available for the High Holy days.

Rabbi Barmash & Cantor Schneider will be with us again.

—M a r vin Seid m a n

Jewish War Veterans Post 500 We are very gratified that the recent poppy drive held at Yankee Stadium by the Bronx Post 3, Neuman-Goldman Post 69, and Co-op City Post 500 netted almost $1,000 for the benefit of our hospitalized veterans.

On Sunday, August 26th at 11 a.m., Post 500 will be joining with Post 3 and 69, to hold a barbecue for the nursing home veterans at the Bronx Veterans Hospital. Any

member that needs a ride to this event, call Leon at 718-379-9289.

Due to the Labor Day weekend holiday and the Jewish New Year, there will not be a Post 500 meeting in September.

The Post sends get well wishes to our Commander, Alex Selikoff. He is recovering from an illness at the Miami, Florida Veterans Hospital.

The Traditional Synagogue of Co-op City, Young Israel of Baychester, Section 5 (nnew a ddr ess) at Bldg. 27B- at 120 Erdman Place (behind the lobby), welcomes you to pray with them. Tel. for the Shule (Sa me old number ) 718-379-6920.

Not e: Office Hours are on Thursday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and on Sundays.

During July and August the office is closed only for the summer. We will be open on the Sundays that we have Bingo.

Please honor your Yizkor pledges.

Your support is greatly appreciated.

Candle lighting on Friday, August 24, 2012 is before 7:22 PM. Shabbat ends today Saturday, August 18 at 8:33 PM. M en you a r e n eed ed for a M inyon. A Minyon is the number of men needed to read the Torah. The Important number needed is 10. Please be counted as part of the 10 men and make the Minyon. You will be doing a Mitzvah (a good deed).

Thank You! The Community is always welcome to attend our various functions and enjoy a great day of fun and friendship.

C omin g E ven t s: Saturday, August 18 at 9:00 a.m. – Morning Services.

Sunday August 19 at 1:00 p.m., the Synagogue sponsors a great afternoon of friendship and Bingo. Admission is $3.00/person. This cost includes refreshments and snacks. Look forward to seeing you all.

G ood a n d Welfa r e: Happy August Birthday wishes to Howard Schwartz on the 19; to Steven Schwartz on the 24 and to Esther Waxman

on the 30. Many more happy and healthy years to come.

At t en t ion: Would you like to learn to read Hebrew? Ladies and gentlemen we are planning to start a Hebrew class so that you will be able to read and say your prayers in Hebrew. We are trying to gather for these classes on Tuesday afternoons from 1:30 p.m. ‘til to be announced. Do not miss out on the opportunity to learn the Aleph Bas. To sign up, please call Mimi at 347-427-4526. Please leave your name and phone number and I will return your call as soon as possible.

Do you need a tree certificate sent in “Honor or in Memory” of a special occasion or a condolence? For information you can call Mimi at 1-347-427-4526 and we can accommodate you.

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

Holid a y Tick et s We are anticipating the forthcoming High Holidays in September. We are happy to report that we have engaged two cantors, Josh Jay and Chayim Greenberg, to assist Rabbi Daniel Kronengold for Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur. We are sure that you will enjoy the uplifting services. Your d on a t ion of $100 per person will insure you of a seat.

Call Mimi at 347-427-4526 to reserve your place in shul. Let’s bring in 5773 together.

P lea se! Su p p or t t he Syn a gogue. We a lwa ys n eed your h elp . T h a n k you .

Shalom!

M ir ia m E velyn Ber lofsky —M

Young Israel High Holy Day Services Young Israel of Co-op City is pleased to once again inform the residents of the Co~op City community that tickets for the forthcoming High Holy Day Services are now available.

Rabbi Solomon I. Berl, Young Israel’s Spiritual Leader and Cantor, will conduct the High Holy Day Services and deliver inspiring and meaningful sermons. For a full meaning of the High Holy Days, don’t miss experiencing Rabbi Berl’s chanting of the liturgy and his thoughtful Holiday messages. You will enjoy Rabbi Berl’s elo-

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Holy Day seat reservations can be made on Sunday, August 19th from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.

If you require additional information, please call 671-2300 and leave a message and a number where you can be reached on our answering machine and your call will be returned. Seats are limited, so please respond as soon as possible.

Thank you and we look forward to welcoming you to our High Holy Day Services.

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

Let’s learn to turn our enemies into our friends. Not everyone will respond positively to us, but we can pray and plan for a more harmonious relationship.

It’s hard to hate someone when you’re

doing something good for them. Let’s go into God’s Word. Matthew 5:43-48 says: 43 You have heard that it was said “You shall love your neighbor and hate your enemy.”

44 But I say to you, love your enemies, bless those who curse you, do good to those who hate you, and pray for those who spitefully use you and persecute you, 45 that you may be sons of your Father in heaven; for He makes His sun rise on the evil and on the good, and sends rain on the just and on the unjust.

46 For if you love those who love you, what reward have you? Do not even

tax collectors do the same?

47 And if you greet your brethren only, what do you do more than others?

Do not even the tax collectors do so?

48 Therefore you shall be perfect, just as your Father in heaven is perfect.

I nvit a t ion s: Our Sweet Hour of Prayer will be today at 3 p.m. Sunday School is at 10 a.m. Our Sunday Morning Worship Service is at 11 a.m. Every 3rd Sunday following the morning worship, we serve Holy Communion.

Registration for our fall Bible classes will be held September 1 & 8 at 3 p.m.

Our Christian Workers & Evangelism

classes will begin on September 15.

Christian Workers is from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and Evangelism is from noon to 2 p.m. The registration fee is $5.

We love you, and may God forever bless you is our prayer. We don’t worry about anything, but we pray about everything. We are located at 171 Dreiser Loop in Section 1. Our phone #’s are (347) 276-4925 & (718) 671-3627. If you will, check out (Pastor) Vernon Little’s CD ‘A New Beginning’ on iTunes, Amazon, etc. You can also see his videos on YouTube. Jesus loves you, and so do we.

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

Summer Sunda y Schedule: J uly 1 - Septemb er 2 Prayer and Meditation - 9:05 Devotion - 9:40 Divine Worship - 10:00 a.m.

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

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

Dr. Smith’s Sermon Topic: “Free at Last!” Reading from Sacred Scripture: Mark 10:46-52.

Weekly Activity – No Ber ea vemen t gr ou p d u r in g August. We will resume Mon. Sept. 10 at 6:30.

E ach Thur sda y a t 10:00 a .m. C ha nnel 70 Br onxnet. Tune in and be blessed. If this program has lifted you please let us know.

Dr. Smith can be contacted at 718-3200002. If you prefer to drop a personal note: PO Box 86, Bronx, NY 10475 is our mailing address. “ I wa s hungr y and you fed me” Church of the Savior is reaching out to individuals and families who need nutritious food. Our food pantry, coordinated by First Lady Theresa Smith is just a phone call away. For more information in donating or receiving food, please call her at 718-9255052.

Our Health a nd Wellness M inistr y

would like to assist every member of the community to have and maintain a healthy lifestyle. We have all natural products that address your needs. Call Lady Theresa Smith 718-925-5052, she looks forward to assisting you, or place your order at www.ardysslife.com/healthyyou25. Here’s to your health! Career opportunities also available.

Up comin g Invita tion s to t h e Commu nit y: Sa tur da y, October 6: Noon - 5:00 p.m.

- Come celebrate a milestone with Church of the Savior’s 10th Anniversary. Eastwood Manor, Bronx, NY Tickets $80. Reserve your table NOW. Journal ads also available.

Call Lady Theresa Smith 718-925-5052 for more information. Please make your reservation by August 30.

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