Co-op City Times 08/23/14 by Co-op City Times

Vol. 49 No. 34

Effort to rename Co-op City street in honor of Milton Alexander heads to City Council

Earlier this month, a petition package containing the signatures of approximately 1,200 residents, as well as support letters from a number of elected officials and community representatives in agreement with the Asch Loop street overlay in honor of Milton Alexander was delivered to Councilman Andy King for presentation to and approval by the New York City Council. On Monday, August 4th, Winston Dinkins, coach of the Velocity Track Club of New York and initiator of this effort, along with Robert Hedgepeth, president of the Section 5 Association, submitted the package to Councilman King requesting that Mr. Alexander’s name be overlayed on the street sign at Asch Loop in Co-op City where the Alexanders lived and Mrs. Alexander continues to reside. “I thought this would be a fitting honor for Uncle Milton as he was known to many of the young people he helped and mentored through the years and in recognition for all of his years of service to the youth in the community,” BY ROZAAN BOONE

While students across New York City and state showed slight improvements in the second year of the more challenging school assessment tests, several schools in Co-op City reported very significant gains on their thirdthrough-eighth grade test results. The annual state tests are given to all students in grades three through eight and cover math and English. The test results are scored on four levels, with Level 4 the highest score. This was the second year of students taking new, harder state tests aligned with the federal Common Core standards. Students who reach Level 4 and

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Newly erected signs on the east side of the Bay Plaza Shopping Complex direct shoppers into the narrow and congested streets of Section 5 in order to access I-95 South and Hutchinson River Parkway North. Section 5 residents fear that the increased traffic will have a detrimental effect on quality of life, the safety of school children attending P.S. 160 and the access of emergency vehicles to the heavily populated community. Photo by Bill Stuttig

Winston Dinkins (left) and Robert Hedgepeth (right) after delivering the petition package to Councilman Andy King (center) to rename Asch Loop in Milton Alexander’s honor.

said Dinkins. “I discussed it with his wife and she liked the idea, and from there, I approached a couple of the other youth organizers and we all agreed, so we went forward. (Continued on page 3)

Big gains on state tests scored at several Co-op City schools BY JIM ROBERTS

After Mall opening comes renewed calls for street and highway access improvements

Saturday, August 23, 2014

Level 3 are considered proficient and meet the state’s standards for that subject. Level 1 and Level 2 results indicate that the student has a partial or below grade level mastery of the subject. The schools in Co-op City generally exceeded the improved scores in the local Bronx District 11 overall. PS 153 Helen Keller outscored the Bronx District 11 scores in every category and MS 180 and IS 181 outscored the District 11 results in five of six categories. Three schools in particular – PS 153 Helen Keller, PS 178 Dr. Selman Waksman and Equality Charter School –

Almost from the moment that the new Mall at Bay Plaza and its new anchor store, Macy’s, was open to the public last week, Co-op City residents could see a palpable difference in the congestion and confusion BY BILL STUTTIG

on the streets shared between the massive shopping complex and this equally massive community. While some of the additional traffic is inevitable and a by-product of (Continued on page 4)

Riverbay Employee Appreciation Day rescheduled to Thursday Riverbay offices to be closed at 4 p.m.

The Riverbay Employee Appreciation Day approved by the Riverbay Board, which was originally scheduled to take place yesterday, Friday, August 22, has been rescheduled to Thursday, August 28, due to inclement weather. On Thursday, the Administrative Office will remain open for business only until 4 p.m. with a skeleton management staff available to oversee daily operations, as is normally the case during a holiday work schedule. All administrative staff will be dismissed at 12 p.m. to attend the celebration and Riverbay Operations personnel will be rotated to maintain sufficient coverage to respond to maintenance emergencies.

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Passes for Macy’s Charity Day available

The Riverbay Fund has all day shopping passes to Macy’s Charity Day scheduled for next Saturday, August 30. Each pass costs $5 and 100% of the proceeds go to the Riverbay Fund which sponsors events for the enjoyment of Co-op City residents. A Macy’s Charity Day shopping pass entitles you to significant discounts on select items and a chance to win a $500 gift card. To purchase a pass from the Riverbay Fund, please contact the Community Relations Department at (718) 320-3300, Ext. 3532.

Bartow Center’s West Stairs Reconstructed … Staff from Riverbay poured concrete last week to rebuild the stairs leading down to the center’s community rooms and administrative offices. The newly reconstructed stairs will now allow residents, staff and visitors to occasionally use the west rear entrance to the center that had been previously closed over several months due to the stalled renovations in the back of the center. That rear entrance can now be opened on an as-needed basis. Photo by Bill Stuttig

Test scores

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had higher scores in almost every category this year compared to results last year. At PS 153, the highest gains in proficiency came in third-grade math (55% vs. 39.1% last year), fourth-grade math (49% vs. 35.9%) and third-grade English (54% vs. 41.3%). Scores at PS 153 compared to the overall Bronx District 11 scores were 75% to 100% higher, including thirdgrade English (54% vs. 23%), fourthgrade English (43% vs. 23%) and fifthgrade English (36% vs. 19%). At PS 178, students improved in every category except one, with remarkable gains scored in third-grade math (44% vs. 18.7%), fourth-grade math (43% vs. 26.7%) and fifth-grade math (37% vs. 21.7%). The third school with outstanding improved scores was Equality Charter School. Scores were much higher in all but one group with the largest gains in eighth-grade math (46% vs. 19.2%), sixth-grade math (33% vs. 17.9%) and sixth-grade English (18% vs. 7.8%). The other Co-op City schools also reported major gains in many categories. At PS 160, scores went up in four of six categories, led by the increase in fifthgrade English (25% vs. 17.2%). Scores also increased in four categories at MS 180, including a double-digit increase in seventh-grade math (28% vs. 17.9%). And at IS 181, scores went up in five of

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the six categories, led by a big gain in sixth-grade math (45% vs. 34.2). Students statewide made significant progress in math, including students in every need/resource group (urban, suburban, and rural) on the Spring, 2014 tests. Statewide, the percentage of students scoring at the proficient level and above in math rose from 31.2 to 35.8 across all grades combined. The percentage of students scoring at the partial proficiency level and above also rose in math, from 66.9 to 69.6%. Students made slight progress in ELA, (the percentage of students scoring at the proficient level and above rose 31.3 to 31.4% across all grades combined), though progress varied across the need/resource categories. The percentage of students scoring at the partial proficiency level and above in ELA also rose slightly, from 69 to 70%. Encouraging gains were made by Black and Latino students, particularly in New York City, according to state officials. Overall, about 34% of New York City’s thirdthrough eighth-graders passed the math test this year, up from about 30% the year before. About 28% of students passed the English exam, up from 26% the previous year. The city’s scores still lag behind the state, which saw about 31% of students pass the English test and nearly 36% pass the math test.

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Community Blood Drive

The Riverbay Community Blood Bank, held in association with the Hudson Valley Blood Services, on Thursday, August 14, in Room 31 of the Bartow Community Center, was another resounding success as scores of donors showed up and participated. Each donor, whether they were accepted or turned down for whatever reason, will receive 2 free Mets tickets in the mail in the near future. The Riverbay Blood Bank thanks all those who showed up to help out during this blood shortage. Twelve year old Co-op City resident Makayla Penn (left) volunteered to serve the complimentary snacks and drinks given to the participants after they had donated. Among those who donated are Ashley Marie Sanchez, a Co-op City resident (second from left), and Robert Cuplo and Julio Martinez (right), both of whom live in the surrounding community and have been donating blood for many years to help others. Photo by Rozaan Boone

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Velocity Track Club to hold Orientation

If you are a young man/woman between 6-16 years of age interested in Track & Field, why not try out for the Velocity Track Club? Orientation will be held on Friday, Aug. 29, 7 p.m. in Room 28 of the Bartow Center, 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY Parent/guardian must attend orientation for child to try out. For additional information, please contact Coach Winston Dinkins at (914) 4416196, or visit the team’s website, velocity-track.org, or Facebook page.

R&B headlines Tunes on Tuesdays

The popular Riverbay Fund’s Tunes on Tuesdays series continues on Tuesday, Aug. 26 with R&B artist Jam Tight, 7 – 8:30 p.m. on the Section 1 Greenway. Bring your chairs and join the fun on Tuesday evenings this summer. In case of rain, go to the Dreiser Auditorium B. Tunes on Tuesdays is sponsored by funds generated from the recycling clothing bins located at the parking garages so keep your donations coming!

Wicked Wednesdays on the Greenway

The Riverbay Community Relations Department’s new series on the Section 5 Greenway, Wicked Wednesdays, will feature the prolific Jazz/Soul Pianist/Vocalist and Composer Mala Waldron on Wednesday, Aug. 27. The show starts at 7 p.m., so bring your chairs and come to the Greenway. If it rains, the show will go on in Room 45 of the Einstein Center. This summer concert series is sponsored by funds generated from the community’s recycling clothing bins located at the garages so keep those donations coming!

No parking on NB side of CC Blvd. Tuesday There will be no parking on the northbound side of Co-op City Blvd. between Bellamy Loop and the Co-op City little league field on Tuesday, Aug. 26 from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. for special activities. Vehicles not moved by 6 a.m. on Tuesday will be subject to towing by the NYPD.

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FRONT PA G E

“In 1987, Uncle Milton…started the would run home in the afternoon and be skills. So, I am so pleased that they are Co-op City Association with the New here on the courts with the kids. He considering such an honor and whatYork Junior Tennis League (NYJTL), could hardly wait to retire so he could ever I can do to add to the efforts to when the league was looking for suitdedicate his life to this. He loved these make this happen, I would be more than able community tennis locations and children and his goal coming from happy to do that.” qualified coaches who would develop Jamaica, W.I. was to see that every Mr. Alexander was well known in the an expanding market of free youth tenchild could get a college education. tennis community for conducting the nis programs. Many times, he would take vacation best adult tennis tournaments which “The league recognized attracted players from throthat Uncle Milton had the ughout the tri-state area experience, drive and who came to Co-op City to commitment to develop participate in his tournatennis players and Uncle ments. Milton realized the beneIn addition, under his fits of linking up with stewardship, the children NYJTL. This cooperative of the Co-op City Tennis relationship has endured Club were a force to be over the last 25 years and reckoned with and brought Co-op City is considered home many tennis titles. one of the models of posiOnce the street renaming tive coaching and urban petitions had been collected tennis programming. Still by community organizers, Co-op City Tennis Club Director Lorraine Alexander with club supporter State Senator Ruth Hassell-Thompson and some of the more than 300 today, the program continthey were submitted to the Co-op City children who took part in free daily tennis instruction this sumues to serve over 100 Municipal Committee at mer. The Co-op City Tennis Club, which over the years has helped thouyoungsters with free tennis Community Board 10 and sands of Co-op City children play tennis for free, was started by Lorraine’s late husband, Milton Alexander, more than 30 years ago, and now a lessons.” then to the full board of movement has begun to have a Co-op City street named for him. As a matter of fact, CB#10 which approved the Photo by Bill Stuttig this year, the Co-op City measure. Tennis Club had 350 participants rangdays from work and drive the parents In its letter of support addressed to ing in age from 5-18. and child to the college to try to get Councilman Andy King, CB#10 chairRobert Hedgepeth, President of the them interviews for scholarships. He man John Marano wrote: “For many Section 5 Association and also one of tried to make sure they would get into years, Mr. Alexander and his spouse, the supporters of the street renaming college. He would contact the school’s Lorraine Rohlson, conducted the operaeffort, worked with Mr. Alexander and tennis coaches and send videos to the tions of the Co-op City Tennis Club, Ms. Lorraine Rohlson in the early years coaches to try to get these kids a scholproviding free tennis instruction to Coto form the Co-op City Tennis Club and arship. In many instances, we would op City youth. Mr. Alexander and his served as an officer of the organization. have to take the kid to the college to be spouse were much more than tennis “From the beginning when I first met seen by the coach. Many times, they instructors, they were mentors to an Milton in the 1980’s behind Truman, he would get either a full or a half scholarentire generation of Co-op City’s young was playing tennis then and I was too,” ship. people. said Hedgepeth. “At some point, the “Milton was successful at getting “Therefore, the Board requests discussion came up of what we wanted thirty-two children from Co-op City Councilmatic action to have a street to do and we decided on starting a tencollege scholarships. And all of them overlay placed at Asch Loop, honoring nis club to not only train people how to became productive citizens. We never Milton Alexander.” play tennis, but also to have a youth lost a child to drugs or to crime and A support letter from Assemblyman program. So, we formed the club and many of the youngsters are now profesMichael Benedetto was also included. from there, the youth program started sional tennis instructors. Many times, “Milton Alexander was an extraordiand that’s the main thing we did. We coaches from other sports programs nary man who left a legacy to Co-op also had tournaments. Tennis was here would come to him and ask him City youth that will not, and should not, Milton’s passion and he stayed with it. how to organize and he was always be forgotten,” the Assemblyman wrote. Out of the Co-op City Tennis Club willing to give his expertise and his “...For many of those children who many youth were able to get scholartime. He was instrumental in forming took up the game, it began a life-long ships to go onto college in the city, state the North Bronx Sports Coalition and love affair with the ‘sport of kings’,” and across the country.” his dream was to have a full Boys and stated Assemblyman Benedetto. Many In 1982, Alexander, who was a certiGirls Club here with sports facilities, continued to play into their high school fied United States Professional Tennis including an indoor track, and I hope years and enable them to attend college Registry coach, decided that there was a that some day soon his dream will come through the scholarships they won. need for sports activities in Co-op City to fruition.” Others just played for the enjoyment of and the northeast Bronx and so he started Senator Ruth Hassell-Thomson, a the game and, at the same time, stayed the Co-op City Tennis Club for adults supporter of the tennis program who occupied in an activity that kept them and children. At that time, the tennis attended the club’s closing ceremony physically fit and off the streets. courts in Co-op City were asphalt and he yesterday, said: “A street dedicated to “Milton Alexander was not paid for single handedly waged a campaign to get Milton would be more than wellhis work with the children of Co-op them resurfaced. deserved. Milton was special to a large City, at least not in monetary terms, he Lorraine Alexander, Milton’s wife number of children who benefited from happily volunteered his time and gave and co-founder of the Co-op City the things he taught. Not just the sport, his all to the tennis club in an attempt to Tennis Club, said: “Milton Alexander but the self-discipline that comes with it infuse the children of Co-op City with a started the program about 36 years ago. and the good sportsmanship – all of the love for the game that he loved so He was passionate about tennis. things that we don’t think are important, (Continued on next page) Although he worked a full time job, he but are important in terms of our life

Mall traffic

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some of the congestion is an unnecessary result of insufficient planning in the years and months while the mall was being constructed. With that being said, those same leaders feel that much of the unnecessary congestion is still correctable through both short-term and long-term improvements. State Assemblyman Mike Benedetto, one of the few public officials who repeatedly hosted meetings with state and city transportation officials on proposed improvements to local streets and highway access over the past two years, was one of the guest speakers at the Mall’s opening ceremonies last Thursday. While praising the economic growth that comes from the new mall’s presence, he also spoke on continuing to improve access to and from the mall and the surrounding shopping center so that the increased traffic does not significantly impact the quality of life and safety of the surrounding communities, specifically Co-op City. Benedetto told the Co-op City Times earlier this week that he personally experienced the effects of the increased traffic as he was leaving the opening ceremonies on August 14th. While stuck in traffic trying to leave the Bay Plaza area, Benedetto said that he noticed several measures that could be taken in the coming weeks to improve the flow of traffic, such as increasing directional signage guiding shoppers to the local highways, better synchronization of the traffic lights in the immediate vicinity, and better use of road markings to guide traffic more easily to its intended destination, whether it be the new mall or one of the adjacent highways. He added that it is incumbent on both the city’s Department of Transportation and the Mall’s operators to improve signage to guide shoppers

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between the mall and the adjacent highway system and also to provide a safer, more organized traffic flow with the Bay Plaza complex itself to reduce risks to the safety of pedestrians in and around the massive shopping center resulting from the greatly increased vehicular traffic within the huge complex where no clear and safe traffic flow patterns have been developed. Benedetto added that for the longterm, he will continue to push and work with federal officials to obtain federal funding for the construction of a new dedicated lane to take traffic directly from the mall and underneath the I-95 overpass and onto the southbound I-95 and its access to the northbound Hutchinson River Parkway without impacting local traffic on both Bartow and Baychester Avenues. He added that this, in turn, would help keep the mall traffic away from the narrow streets of Section 5 as well. A similar idea was submitted to the state Department of Transportation by Urbitran Associates, Inc. as part of a study of the area’s transportation needs conducted in 2000. This idea, along with several others designed for better utilization of the two highways adjacent to the shopping complex, never materialized even as the Bay Plaza complex grew several times larger in the past decade. Benedetto said that to make such a proposal a reality will take federal funding and he has been in touch with Congressman Eliot Engel about helping to make such a proposal a reality. Congressman Engel, who also had great things to say about the economic growth that the new Mall at Bay Plaza represents for this area and the entire Bronx, also was quick to point out the traffic problems made evident by the

opening of the new mall last week. The Congressman said in a statement: “It is also important in the coming weeks and months that we study the traffic flow and conditions in and around the development carefully to ensure that area residents and motorists who are coming to shop have the safest, most efficient transportation experience possible. If problems with traffic are evident, it is imperative that federal, state and local officials work in conjunction with the Department of Transportation to resolve the issues adequately and in a timely fashion.” Riverbay Ombudsman and Assistant General Manager Joe Boiko said that he immediately noticed several problems in the Bartow Avenue area that became clearly evident on the first day that the new mall was opened and listed those observed problems in a simultaneous e-mailed correspondence with city and state transportation officials, all local elected representative, 45th Precinct commanders, and Community Board 10 representatives. In that correspondence, Ombudsman Boiko specially mentioned: the need for signage at the intersection of Bartow Avenue and Asch Loop stating “DO NOT BLOCK INTERSECTION;” the need to paint gridlock boxes as in Manhattan at the intersections with signage that says “DO NOT BLOCK THE BOX;” the need to re-paint the traffic lines along Bartow Avenue and along Hutchinson River Pkwy East; the need for signage at the mall’s exit next to Toys ‘R’ Us telling drivers not to cross lines but “COMPLETE RIGHT TURN ONLY;” the need for a stop sign at the new mall exit next to the Hutchinson River Parkway overpass; and the need to extend traffic agent hours into the evening at several key intersections adjacent to the huge shopping complex.

Within hours of Boiko’s correspondence, the city’s Bronx Transportation Commissioner Constance Moran responded by stating, “We are already looking at additional signage and markings for the area and will keep you apprised.” In a related development, the MTA said that some bus stops within the Bay Plaza shopping area will be moved to accommodate the increased number of shoppers going to the new mall. Those changes should be placed in effect within two months, an MTA representative said this week. They include: the restoration of the Bx12SBS stop off of the New England Thruway; the elimination of the temporary Bx12 stop on Bay Plaza Boulevard across from Pay/Half; the elimination of the temporary Bx29/Bx38 stop pole in front of Raymour and Flanigan; the elimination of the temporary last Bx12 stop across from Applebee’s; moving the Bx12 SBS new terminal/layover/first stop to the front of the Mall’s parking ramp between Baychester Avenue and Bay Plaza Boulevard, and moving the Bx29/Bx38 stop at Raymour and Flanigan 180 feet east to the existing stop in front of Applebee’s. When asked if the new Mall at Bay Plaza drew the desired influx of shoppers during its first full week of operation, Tatiana Constantinople, a press spokesperson for Prestige Properties, the owners of the mall, said: “While we don’t have exact numbers, the turnout at the mall has been great since our opening and has exceeded expectations. Shoppers seem to share our excitement for the mall and we are thrilled to be able to accommodate them. So far, we have not had any unforeseen problems and hope to keep it that way.”

much. In the end, he enriched us all.” Similarly, Congressman Eliot Engel wrote: “What Milton was able to accomplish with his Co-op City Tennis Club was really quite inspirational. Countless neighborhood residents benefitted from his hard work, especially young men and women, resulting in a happier, healthier Co-op Cut. In fact, what…Milton did for so many young people, inviting them unto your home sometimes for months at a time, undoubtedly made them stronger individuals and changed their lives for the better... “I can’t think of a more fitting, or more deserving tribute for such a goodhearted member of the community…” In addition to organizing the Co-op City Tennis Club, Mr. Alexander was also involved in an effort that began a few years prior to his passing to build a multi-purpose field in Co-op City to accommodate youth sports. “We were working on organizing all of the youth sports organizations to secure a facility where all of the programs can be housed about five years prior to him passing away,” said Dinkins. “Our goal was to try to get a

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Dinkins said that he thanks the many Co-op City organizations that helped to collect signatures, including the Retirees of Dreiser Loop, Church of the Savior, the North Bronx Sports Federation, Zodiacs Track Club and

the Section 5 Association, among many others that assisted to help make this initiative a possibility. “Now, we must sit back and wait for the approval from the City Council,” said Dinkins.

Street renaming

multi-purpose field built in Co-op City for tennis, little league and football.” “Milton ‘Uncle Milty’ Alexander was a pillar in our community and a strong father in the lives of many young people,” said Councilman Andy King. “I applaud his contributions to the Co-op City community, which included the founding of the Co-op City Tennis Club that brought opportunities to scores of youth through its college scholarship fund. This is why the effort to rename Asch Loop in honor of this great District 12 community servant will be monumental once achieved. We have the petitions and letters and I’m confident that as we, in the City Council, review and approval street renamings in the next couple of months, we will approve the renaming of the Co-op City street in honor of Mr. Alexander. He is truly missed.” Now that the petitions to overlay Asch Loop with the name of Milton Alexander are in the hands of Councilman King, the issue will be presented to the City Council’s Parks Committee and following that, to the full Council for a vote, before it is sent to the Mayor’s office for approval.

Elevator Inspections Schedule

Elevator Category 1 and Category 5 inspections are required by city law. These inspections will be conducted in Co-op City according to the schedule below. Each inspection will take 1½ - 2 hrs. to complete. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience as we work to ensure the safety of your elevators. Category 1 inspections Wednesday, 8/27 Garage #1 Garage 2

Thursday, 8/28 Garage #3 Garage #4

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Cars 1 & 2

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Car 1 & 2

Cars 1 & 2

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Splash Day

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Splash day was held on the Section 5 Greenway for the enjoyment of the community’s youth. This event is presented by the Riverbay Fund from funds generated from the recycling clothing bins. Photos by Alyssa Lumley and Michelle Sajous

Tunes on Tuesdays

No parking on NB side of CC Blvd. Tuesday There will be no parking on the northbound side of Co-op City Blvd. between Bellamy Loop and the Co-op City little league field on Tuesday, Aug. 26 from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. for special activity. Vehicles not moved by 6 a.m. on Tuesday will be subject to towing by the NYPD.

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Letters to the Editor To the Editor: Ok, residents of Co-op City, all you drivers in Co-op City who were utilizing the back door out of Co-op City, you now have competition coming from the Bay Plaza Mall. All bus riders of the #29, #12 and Q50 are having competi-

I told you so

tion for a seat and now you have to leave earlier. This pleasure is gone. You all did not have time to sign our petitions or be a part of the traffic protest day of July 14, but just remember, Ms. EG tried to warn you about our night-

mare which is happening. Well, I shall keep on trying to get to the powers that be to see what can be done because safety of pedestrians and vehicles is the priority of the Cooperators United organization. —Eleanor G. Bailey

First Readings, Board of Directors’ meeting, August 20, 2014

Reso. #14-49 - Contract #P674-P&F Industries Reso. #14-50- Contract #P673-Arcy Manufacturing Reso. #14-52 - Contract #P675 Romar Supply Company Reso. #14-54 - Engineering Services for Boiler #1 Upgrade-C/O 3 Reso. #14-55 - Building Substation testing and Management-C/O 3

BOARD OF DIRECTORS, MEETING DATED: AUGUST 20, 2014

WHEREAS, Riverbay’s Restoration Department has been using Henry 660 Floor Adhesive for installation of Wood & VCT floors; and WHEREAS, Contracts Administration has gone out to bid for the purchase of the Henry 660 by sending it to 10 companies with e-mailing of bids packages and the utilization of Riverbay’s online bid system; and WHEREAS, Contracts received 4 bids to supply Henry 660; and WHEREAS, Park Avenue Building & Roofing Supplies was the low bid-

der at a cost of $92.56 per 4 gallon pail; and WHEREAS, Park Avenue is the incumbent and Management has stated that they have had no issues with this company; and WHEREAS, Riverbay orders approximately 2,496 pails in a year, with an approximate cost of $231,029.76 + tax; and WHEREAS, the Purchasing Department has recommended that Park Avenue Building & Roofing Supplies be awarded this contract, since they meet all requirements having the lowest price and making deliveries on a timely basis. NOW THEREFORE, LET IT BE RESOLVED: that Riverbay enter into Contract #P645 with Park Avenue Building & Roofing Supplies in the amount of

Second Reading - Resolution #14-44

SUBMITTED BY: Evelyn Turner SECONDED BY: Linda Berk BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING, DATED: August 20, 2014

WHEREAS, On December 15, 2010 the Board by Resolution 10-83 approved the award of Contract 2625, Purchase of Air Gas to Airgas USA, LLC. for $75,000.00 per year over a three year period; and WHEREAS, a Change Order One (1) is being requested to extend the contract for one year and whereas this request requires no additional money since to

date only $85,614.38 has been spent from the original contract amount; and WHEREAS, the request for an extension of time is to utilize the remaining $159,354.38 left in the contract; and WHEREAS, the Project Manager is in agreement with the requested change order as referenced in the attached memorandum dated June 12, 2014. NOW THEREFORE, LET IT BE RESOLVED: that the proposed Change Order One (1) to contract 2625 with Airgas USA, LLC. for a one year extension of time be approved as submitted by Management in accordance with Board of Directors Resolution #85-

$250,000 + tax to give us a small cushion in case we need to order more adhesive than anticipated. Let it be approved as submitted by Management in accordance with Board of Directors Resolution 85-16 and as amended by Board of Directors Resolution 95-44 and the President is hereby authorized to execute the contract and Management is authorized to take all steps necessary to make this action effective. YES: Linda Berk, Bernard Cylich, Bill Gordon, Francine Reva Jones, Othelia Jones, Andrea Leslie, Leslie Peterson, Al Shapiro, Cleve Taylor, Evelyn Turner, Khalil AbdulWahhab NO: Leah Graham, Daryl Johnson Absent: Helen Atkins, Rev. Calvin Owens PASSED 16 and amended by Board of Directors Resolution #95-44 and the President is hereby authorized to execute the contract and Management is authorized to take all steps necessary to make this action effective. YES: Linda Berk, Bernard Cylich, Bill Gordon, Francine Reva Jones, Othelia Jones, Andrea Leslie, Leslie Peterson, Al Shapiro, Cleve Taylor, Evelyn Turner, Khalil AbdulWahhab. NO: Daryl Johnson. Absent for vote: Leah Graham. Absent: Helen Atkins, Rev. Calvin Owens. PASSED (More resolutions on page 8)

Important Notice to Shareholders of Building 15

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

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Public Safety Report Co-op City Times / August 23, 2014

Cooperators urged to call Public Safety for DOG violations The Co-op City Department of Public Safety reminds residents that under most circumstances, dogs are not permitted within the premises of Co-op City. Service animals, dogs required for medically approved conditions and other special situations are exceptions to Co-op City’s “NO DOG” rules. The Department of Public Safety works aggressively to identify households which are in violation of Co-op City’s “NO DOG” rules. Co-op City is a high-rise, multi-family cooperative which houses approximately 65,000 residents. In order to provide residents with the high quality of life synonymous with Co-op City, it is not possible to permit dogs within the complex. Even visiting dogs are not permitted. Dogs present serious health and safety concerns which potentially threaten the well being of all residents. The first line of defense in the enforcement of Co-op City’s “NO DOG” rules is observant cooperators. Concerned residents who see or hear dogs within an apartment are urged to call the Department of Public Safety, (718) 671-3050, immediately or provide the information on our website, www.ccpd.us. It is not necessary for persons to reveal their identity when calling. Callers may remain anonymous when calling. Please be sure to give all required information, including the location of the suspected dog, to the dispatcher prior to hanging up the phone. A caller’s identity is never revealed to offender even when information is provided. Public Safety officers are dispatched out to the location without delay to investigate the complaint. Various means of detection are utilized as part of the investigation process. High frequency dog whistles are utilized to detect dogs within apartments. They are used as part of routine building sweeps, as well as at specific locations where dogs are reported to be harbored. Cooperators should never confront or question persons observed to be in possession of dogs. Call Public Safety immediately and allow us to determine if the dog is authorized and take proper action. BY LIEUTENANT PAM APOLLO

Parking Notice – Garage #7

Please be advised that specific sections of Garage #7 will be under construction as of Monday, August 25th, 2014. THE LOCATIONS ARE AS FOLLOWS:

• ½ of the A & C sides of the 2nd & 3rd floors • All of the B side of the 2nd & 3rd floors • The lower ½ of the down-ramp between the 4th -3rd floor will be closed • The up-ramp between the 2nd & 3rd floor will be closed • The front elevator will be inaccessible to the 3rd floor only • The rear elevator will be inaccessible to the 2nd floor only

Please be aware of the posted directional signs because some of our ramps will accommodate two-way traffic ***Transient parking will be suspended during the hours of 4 p.m.-7 a.m., however, transient parking will be available in Garage #’s 5 and 8***

Please ensure that your vehicle has been removed from the above mentioned locations no later than 6 a.m. on August 25th, 2014, if not, your vehicle may be towed at your expense.

We ask that you please drive slowly, cautiously and adhere to the posted traffic signage. We apologize for the inconvenience and thank you in advance for your attention and cooperation. —Parking Facilities Dept.

Once it is detected that there is an unauthorized dog within an apartment, a Co-op City Community Complaint is issued. The violation code for harboring a dog within an apartment is Code “Z” which states “Keeping or harboring dogs or any animals deemed potentially harmful to the health and safety of others.” Violations of Code “Z” carry a fine of $150. Having a dog within a Co-op City apartment is a violation of the Riverbay lease rules and regulations #17 which states, “No dogs or other animals of any kind shall be kept or harbored in the leased premises.” After a Community Complaint is issued, the Cooperator Service Office works with the Legal Department to insure that the offending dog is removed from the premises. Violations of Co-op City’s “DOG RULES” present serious hazards to the health and safety of all residents. Dog violations are taken very seriously by Riverbay Corporation. Even authorized dogs are not permitted to make excessive noise in the apartment or damage Co-op City property. With the exception of Seeing Eye dogs, owners must clean up after their dogs. Dog owners may receive a Community Complaint for noise if they permit excess barking (more than 30 minutes during the daytime or 15 minutes during the night). A Community Complaint can be issued for Abuse of Premise for failure to pick up dog waste. There are a variety of situations in which cooperators are permitted to have dogs in their apartment. In some cases, the dogs are service animals, animals which perform a life function for their owner. Most commonly, these dogs are Seeing Eye dogs, hearing dogs or dogs which pull a wheelchair. This type of dog receives extensive training and is licensed by the City of New York. The next type of animal is a Companion Animal; a dog which a doctor feels will improve their patient’s quality of life. Always remember when seeing a person with a dog within Co-op City, that not all disabilities are visible, and avoid making comments.

Here in Co-op City, all dogs which have Riverbay permits are also required to have updated New York City dog licenses. Riverbay must receive copies of updated licenses when they are issued. Dog owners are required to complete a packet of materials as a part of the Waiver of Dog Rules request. This packet includes acknowledgement of Riverbay lease rules, as well as New York City Laws and Codes. Proof of dog license, updated inoculations, veterinarian statement and doctor’s statement must be completed. These packets are available at the Cooperator Service Offices located in all three centers. Owning a dog is a big responsibility, but in many cases, can greatly help people with some types of medical conditions. The procedures put in place by Riverbay Corporation serve to insure that the dogs do not have a negative effect on the community. Auto safety is always worth mentioning year round. Be sure to obey traffic and safety rules while operating a motor vehicle. Share the road safely with bicycles, skaters and pedestrians. Bicyclists should give pedestrians the same level of courtesy they expect from motorists. As an automobile driver, you must use caution regarding cyclists. If you plan to consume alcoholic beverages, be sure not to operate a motor vehicle, designate a driver who will not drink or call a taxi. Also, be sure to buckle your seatbelt, obey speed limits and avoid distractions when driving. Always remember, if you see something, say something. Call 9-1-1 and the Department of Public Safety at (718) 671-3050 or online at www.ccpd.us. Call Public Safety if you suspect one of your neighbors has an unauthorized dog within their apartment. Callers may remain anonymous when giving information. The Co-op City Department of Public Safety would like to thank all persons who have called in suspicious activity. It is by your actions that the crime rate remains low and a high quality of life is maintained.

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OPPORTUNITIES AT CO-OP CITY

Tell your friends, relatives and employers about: CONTRACT SUMMARY

Contract 2937, New High Pressure Boiler Installation: Installation a new High Pressure Boiler in the Power Plant. Pre-Bid Meeting: September 10 at 2:00 p.m. Bids Due: October 14, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. Bonding: Bonding is required Insurance: Insurance is required

Contract 2938, Uniform Rental & Maintenance: Riverbay is seeking bids for the rental and maintenance of uniforms. Pre-Bid Meeting: August 12, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. Bids Due: August 26, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. Bonding: Bonding is not required Insurance: Insurance is required

Contract 2940, Architectural Services for the Development of Office Space: Seeking Architectural Services to do a complete design for the development of office space. Pre-Bid Meeting: August 20, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. Bids Due: September 17, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. Bonding: Bonding is not required Insurance: Insurance is required Bid P677, Glass Repair for One Year Bids Due: August 27, 2014 at 2 p.m. Insurance: Insurance is required

For information on CONTRACT OPPORTUNITIES ONLY, please contact: Lenya Garcia at Lgarcia@riverbay corp.com; AND Barbara Penn at Bpenn@riverbaycorp.com. Please note that emails should be sent to both parties. Applicants for EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES must apply IN PERSON at the Bartow Administrative Office, located at 2049 Bartow Avenue, between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., Monday-Friday. *Riverbay Corporation is an equal opportunity employer*

Let’s Trim this Budget Down Co-op City Times / August 23, 2014

From my calculation, we lost $25 million last year and nothing was done to reduce our spending. Plus, we’re facing another increase next year. However, I would like to show you a few things that this board and this management company can do to trim a few things off of our budget. Take Those Steps This is not rocket science. However, as you’ll see, it takes a little bit of common sense and a reality check to recognize that we must make some changes here. In the past, our board has never taken any steps to reduce our budget. In fact, they did their best to support virtually everything that this management company has wanted to do. Losses? “No problem, we’ll let the professionals deal with everything,” they used to say. However, this is part of the reason why we’re $600 million in debt. Trimming it Down It’s nice to eat at fancy restaurants every now and then. However, what are you going to do when all you can really afford are the items from the dollar menu? Look, let’s face it. We can’t get any more loans and we’ve maxed out everything. Plus, a lot of our cooperators cannot afford another increase. So, the sensible thing to do to keep our carrying charges affordable is to make some cuts to our budget. Are they deep? Somewhat. Will the community feel these cuts? Not so much. Restorations We restore about 45 apartments a month. And, we spend about $5 million annually for outside contractors to restore those apartments. This figure includes painting, plastering, air monitoring, and floor removal.

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However, according to our budget, we have 74 employees in restorations and 15 employees in flooring. Those 74 employees in restorations are budgeted at $5.1 million a year. And, those 15 employees in flooring are budgeted at a little over $1 million a year. Do you see a big problem here? We’re only restoring 45 apartments a month. Yet, we have outside contractors and 89 employees doing the same exact work. “Oh, our employees need help,” is a quote from this management company. Nonsense! Why do you think these contractors are actually here? Management We pay this management company $1.5 million a year. Yet, using their services, we’re now $600 million in debt. Plus, we have this new board that is playing games in a supposed effort to bid out management’s contract. But, I do not think that this new board is being honest about their true intentions with this management company. For instance, I’ve printed the regulations from NYS that clearly laid out the path for getting rid of management. However, this new board doesn’t feel like they can finish the simple bidding process before February, 2015. And, this new board is going to personally invite this same management

company to bid on their own contract. Honest? Let’s save $1.5 million a year and install our own team. Self-Management Let’s look at a possible scenario that can happen here. A management company can bid one penny and come out way ahead if they can control the board and they can get their own contractors in the door. So, that’s why I say that we should have a self-management program here and that we should get rid of most of the contractors here. Flooring Riverbay supervisors are the individuals that decide if floors should be removed in our vacant apartments. But, we can save about $2 million a year in flooring and about $4 million a year in asbestos testing fees if we were to stop picking up the floors in our vacant apartments. But, let me tell you something. Everyone that gets their floor removed receives a voucher and they must go to only one store to get their new flooring. Now, what do you think about this one store receiving all of this flooring business from us? Garbage We can build air-tight units to store our garbage if we want to save at least $2.1 million a year. Plus, we can have meetings with the city to have our garbage picked up more frequently. Bidding An item might cost $2 in a store. However, the lowest responsible bid for that same item might be on our bidding system for $4 or $5. Now, according to the NYS Homes & Community Renewal (HCR) regulations, we have to take the lowest responsible bid.

Does this make any sense to you? Anyway, using this same analogy, we can probably save about $7 million a year if we reduce our non-payroll related expenditures. Also, people have told me that some of our items were being sold at a store and online. So, we have to watch our inventory also. Overtime I know that people have to work overtime every now and then. But, if we’re short on cash, do you honestly think that we should be spending $700,000 a year on overtime? I don’t think so. Yes, people have to take vacations. But, this business of letting departments do whatever they want must stop. The Mall The new mall is amazingly nice and a lot of people are finally working. But now, we have a lot of traffic in the community. So, I’m hoping that advertisements can be created so that people will use public transportation to get to this mall. Close The material in this article can save about $20 million a year. But, this is just a start. Thank you. Questions or comments? Please send a message to: Daryl Johnson, Riverbay Board Director, c/o Riverbay Corporation, 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475. Or, please send a message to me at darylhjohnson@optonline.net (Please double-check the spelling of this address.) Also, please call me at 718-671-4544 if you don’t receive a response from your message. You can also join me on Facebook by typing in: Daryl H. Johnson. Okay, that’s it for now. So, please have a wonderful week. And, may God bless you and your family. Thank you.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Consent to Assignment agreement for the premises at 2073 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, New York, by and between Riverbay Corporation, Owner, and Manny Deli Corp. d/b/a Capri IV Deli, Tenant, containing the terms as negotiated by Riverbay Corporation’s management is hereby approved as submitted by management in accordance with Resolution #85-16 as amended by Resolution #95-44; and be it FURTHER RESOLVED, that the

President of the Corporation is authorized to sign the Consent to Assignment agreement and related documents on behalf of Riverbay Corporation. YES: Linda Berk, Bernard Cylich, Bill Gordon, Leah Graham, Daryl Johnson, Francine Reva Jones, Othelia Jones, Andrea Leslie, Leslie Paterson, Al Shapiro, Cleve Taylor, Evelyn Turner, Khalil Abdul-Wahhab. Absent: Helen Atkins, Rev. Calvin Owens. PASSED

Bronx, New York, by and between Riverbay Corporation, Owner, and Dr. Louis Jacobs, Tenant, containing the terms as negotiated by Riverbay Corporation’s Management is hereby approved as submitted by management in accordance with Resolution #85-16 as amended by Resolution #95-44; and be it FURTHER RESOLVED, that the President of the Corporation is authorized to sign the lease agreement

and related documents on behalf of Riverbay Corporation. YES: Linda Berk, Bernard Cylich, Bill Gordon, Leah Graham, Daryl Johnson, Francine Reva Jones, O. Jones, Andrea Leslie, Leslie Peterson, Al Shapiro, Cleve Taylor, Evelyn Turner, Khalil AbdulWahhab Absent: Helen Atkins, Rev. Calvin Owens PASSED

Second Reading - Resolution #14-53 SUBMITTED BY: Cleve Taylor SECONDED BY: Linda Berk BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING DATED: August 20, 2014

WHEREAS, on June 1, 2009, Marino’s Deli Corp. d/b/a Capri IV Deli Inc. had requested a lease from Riverbay Corporation for premises at 2073 Bartow Avenue (1,552 sq. ft.), Bronx, New York, to be used to operate an Italian style deli; and

WHEREAS, Marino’s Deli Corp. d/b/a Capri IV Deli Inc. has requested a Consent to Assignment pursuant to the terms of the lease, to assign the lease to Manny Deli Corp. d/b/a Capri IV Deli; and WHEREAS, an inquiry was requested with the Better Business Bureau which resulted in no negative findings; and WHEREAS, the term of the lease and annual rental rates are within the provisions of Resolution #85-16 as amended by Resolution #95-44;

Second Reading - Resolution #14-58 SUBMITTED BY: Khalil Abdul-Wahhab SECONDED BY: Al Shapiro

BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING DATED: August 20, 2014

WHEREAS, Dr. Louis Jacobs has requested a lease from Riverbay Corporation for the premises at 4240 Hutchinson River Parkway East

(1,200 sq. ft.), Bronx, New York, to be used for practice of podiatry; and WHEREAS, the term of the lease is five years with a five year renewal option and annual rental rates are within the provisions of Resolution #85-16 as amended by Resolution #9544; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the lease agreement for the premises at 4240 Hutchinson River Parkway East,

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Co-op City Times / August 23, 2014

Broun Place Townhouse Association expresses our deep and sincere condolences to the family of Public Safety Officer Silva “Steve” Martinez. Living in a townhouse cluster, we often come in direct contact with Public Safety officers doing their rounds and patrols. We called him “Martinez” and respected him for his compassion. We have Riverbay employees, current and former, residing in Broun Place and each of us knows “Martinez” as a kind, but firm officer, someone you just have to like and be secure with all at the same time. He is missed already. The overseeing of the sewer backup situation continues. Neighbors have reported that the symptoms of the problem have been alleviated, but this is one of those chronic problems that must be monitored regularly to detect

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any irregularity and to prevent the kind of backup that could seriously endanger cooperators. Thank you again, Riverbay Corporation, for putting a plan of action together and following through with it. Many neighbors have started to shop at the new Bay Plaza Mall. They say it is beautiful and fun, but very difficult to maneuver through the parking and exiting and entering. I have spoken to several community activists and neighbors; they agree something better will have to be constructed than a cut in the back parking-lot leading into “Killer-Curve.” It only contributes to further traffic jams. Please continue to let the powers that be know we need a real plan to build better ways for shoppers to EXIT the new shopping center and

Section 2 wants to say thanks to everyone who supported our Summer Fun Day Fundraiser bus trip held last Saturday. The weather was beautiful and the mood was great as we all boarded the two (2) buses headed for the Resort Casino in Atlantic City. Some went to gamble, but many went to walk along the Boardwalk, buy some taffy and take in the sand and surf. The movie was great and Valerie Gunn provided music for both buses and had us singing along to fantastic tunes. Being in the company of our fellow cooperators was great as we continue to build a united community. Back by Popular demand! Building 13’s trip to the Sands Casino/Amore Winery/Outlet Shopping/Golden Corral in Bethlehem, Pa. is scheduled for November 8. We will sip and/or purchase wine at the Amore winery, then travel on to the Sands Casino. The Casino and Outlets are on the same premises. Get your holiday shopping done early. Hungry? The Golden Corral buffet is

Co-op City. It makes good sense for everyone to make this investment. A ramp/overpass from Bay Plaza to I-95 would be like Bruckner Expressway over Bruckner Blvd. Thank you to all our neighbors for their involvement and concern. Let’s applaud that we are among the 15,372 families living and celebrating 45 years of Co-op City and continue to work on improvements. Please recycle garbage and keep our neighborhood clean by disposing refuse and paper waste in the corner garbage cans. Call Public Safety, 718-379-3050, to enforce our quality of life rules and regulations. Public Safety wants our assistance, “If You See Something, Say Something.” For all the news of Co-op City read our Co-op City Times. It’s our source for accurate reports on

Building 13 Association

there for your eating pleasure. The bus will leave from 100 Casals Place at 7:00 a.m. The cost is $85 with a bonus offered by the casino subject to change. The 2nd payment of $40 is due by August 29. A few seats remain so secure your spot while seats are available. Join us for Strokes of Joy on September 14, (youth) from 1-4:00 p.m. and let your spirits run free on canvas capturing the beauty of the Co-op City community. Bring your favorite Co-op City or scenic photo. We will provide a subject if you don’t have one. The Talking Quilt Workshop will be held (Adults) October 3, from 7-10:00 p.m. and October 4, (Family Fun) from 1-4:00 p.m. Join us as we sew, stitch and weave our stories into a community quilt. Strokes of Joy and The Talking Quilt workshops will be held in the association room of Building 13 (100 Casals Place). The workshops will be featured in an original film enti-

9 Co-op City. It is confirmed, September 25th will be our first association meeting for this season. Broun Place Association begins membership renewals in September. Dues of $12 can be placed in the mail slot of Apt. 31B, Apt. 10A or Apt. 22A. Broun Place Executive Officers are Reverend Grace Emanuel - Secretary; Ms. Lillian Richardson Treasurer; Mrs. Vivian Burrus - Vice President and Eva Lazaar - President. Ms. Lana Spaulding and Mr. Jesse Seise are our support team. We send good wishes and prayers to all recovering from surgery, illness or injury and hope for the best outcome possible. Have a question or tiding regarding Broun Place, please ask your question and share tidings. —Eva Lazaar

tled, The Art of Story Telling. These workshops are made possible with public funds from the Bronx Council on the Arts, Cultural Affairs and The NYS Council on the Arts. We will be on hiatus for July and August, but hope to see you in September, when our monthly meetings and upcoming events will be discussed. Suggestions for activities are always welcome. If you want to give a compliment or complaint or want us to invite a special guest, we want to know that also. Checks for Building 13 events should be made payable to Building 13 Assoc., Inc. and mailed to: Bldg. 13 Assoc., Inc., 100 Casals Place #32K, Bronx, NY 10475. All activities are on a first come basis. For information, contact Gail Sharbaan at 718-671-3801 or Leslie Peterson at 718-3201370; our website: http://www.bldg13 assoc.com or e-mail us at building13 assoc@yahoo.com. Thanks for making our team work. —Leslie Peterson

National Night Out kindled determination to make community safer Co-op City Times / August 23, 2014

Just a few words to say I was pleased to see so many cooperators, family and friends, who came out to support the National Night out Against Crime. Many organizations provided pamphlets and informative materials that support the community yearly. Although most groups are on hiatus during the summer, they took the time to meet, greet and tell us about their activities. National Night Out is promoted as an opportunity for communities nationwide to promote police-community partnerships, crime prevention, and neighborhood camaraderie. While the one night is certainly not an answer to the many ills in society, National Night Out represents the kind of spirit, energy and determination that seeks to make us

a safer place yearround. The New York City Council, Committee on Public Safety adopted a resolution on June 11, 2014, recognizing every June as Gun Violence Awareness Month in New York City. I want to commend the African-American Association for wearing shirts reminding folks that we need to stop gun violence. The shirts were very appropriate for the evening. Special mention to the National

Macy’s Charity Day passes available The Black Forum has passes to Macy’s Charity Day on Saturday, Aug. 30 available for only $3 each. Call (718) 320-8035 or stop by Rm. 20 in the Dreiser Center, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Tuesday – Friday. Defensive driving course resumes in Sept. The Black Forum defensive driving course will resume on Saturday, September 13, in Rm. 1, Dreiser Community Center, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Stay tuned for details. Golden Corral/Harrah’s Casino Join us at Golden Corral eatery and Harrah’s Casino on Saturday, October 11. Cost: $70 per person. Call now for reservations, (718) 320-0033, (917) 209-5334 or (718) 320-8035. End of Summer Soul Jam & Dance The Black Forum, in association with Bronx Most Wanted Entertainment, is sponsoring an End of Summer Soul Jam & Dance on Saturday, Sept. 6 in the Dreiser Auditorium, 9 p.m. – 2 a.m., featuring Horace Brown, Christopher Williams, Hi-Five, Soul for Real and Intro; Special Guest, Will Traxx. Appearances by Dr. Bob Lee and DJ Chuck Chillout. Special Guest Host: Jay

Dixon. Doors open at 8 p.m. Special ticket offer, $35, for Co-op City residents for 1 week only. Tickets available, Rm. 20, Dreiser Center, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. weekdays, beginning Tuesday, Aug. 12 to Saturday, Aug. 16 (12 – 4 p.m.), and Tuesday & Wednesday, Aug. 19 & 20. Call (718) 320-8035 and (718) 924-9317. Volunteers needed The Black Forum is looking for volunteers to help out 2 days a week at the food pantry from 11 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. You choose the days. Training will take place on Thursday only. If you are interested, please call (718) 320-8035. Food distribution sites added Starting on Thursday, Aug. 7 and continuing each Thursday after that, residents of Buildings 27, 28, 29, 32 and 33 must pick up food at the New Vision Church, 115 Einstein Loop, 11 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. every Thursday. Residents of Building 26, 30, 31, 34 and 35 should go to the Evangelical Church, 2350 Palmer Avenue, 11 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. starting Aug. 7. For information, please call (718) 320-8035. Emergency Food Program We are open on Tuesdays, Wednes-

Leslie Peterson

Director’s Viewpoint

Driving along Co-op City Blvd. last Friday, in the evening, a senior neighbor was sitting at the bus stop near Benchley Place. I backed up to give her a ride. She stated she had to get off of the #26 bus and walk to a bus stop and wait for the #23 bus to take her to her destination within the community. That bus was not scheduled to arrive for another half hour. Clearly, our bus struggle continues. Call and complain. They must hear your voice. I am always interested in hearing your thoughts on various issues. You can contact me by letter, telephone or email. I can be reached by mail at: Leslie Peterson, Riverbay Board Director, 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475, telephone at 718-320-1370 or by e-mail at daddpeterson@aol.com.

days, Thursdays and Fridays, 11 a.m. to 12:45 p.m., Room 20 in the Dreiser 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. Please also have your current photo ID, such as a non or driver’s license or any photo ID card with proof of address. You will then be issued a card in order to pick up

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

Black Forum

NOTICE OF GEESE REPELLENT APPLICATION IN YOUR AREA

Please be advised that application of geese repellent will take place around Buildings 15, 16, 17, 18 and 19 on Wednesday, August 27.

On Thursday, August 28, geese repellent will be applied around Buildings 23, 24 and 25. All work is weather permitting.

While there is no negative health conditions related to this geese repellent, there may be a lingering odor for up to 24 hours.

We use this product as a means of controlling the geese waste which is both unsightly and poses a far greater health risk to cooperators. This product will not harm the geese. Thank you for understanding.

Council of Negro Women gearing up for the Community Health Fair that will be held September 20, from 1-4:00 p.m. at Dreiser Community Center. The Bay Plaza shopping center opened and, just as predicted, the traffic was extremely heavy. Of particular interest was the intersection at Bartow and Baychester Avenues where many cars blocked intersections preventing car movement and caused difficulty for pedestrians trying to cross the street when the lights changed. We have been saying this was going to occur and in anticipation of this occurrence, a traffic officer should have been assigned to the area. Although all of the stores are not open yet, it is a beautiful mall with a great deal of potential.

—RIVERBAY MANAGEMENT

Co-op City Times / August 23, 2014

African-American Association

We Will Not Go Back - The Association members and friends will join Rev. Al Sharpton, National Action Network, on August 23rd in the caravan over the Verrazano-Narrows Bridge to Staten Island to demand justice for the fatal, illegal chokehold on Mr. Eric Garner by a NYPD police officer. We will meet at Victory Blvd. and Bay Street and march to the Staten Island District Attorney’s office, 130 Stuyvesant Place. The NAACP Co-op City Branch will also be at this rally. There are a few “Stop Gun Violence” tshirts remaining at $10 each. If you would like one, call 718-379-5555. The Association sponsors the following ongoing programs and encourages your participation. After School Program – The Learning Source for ages 5-12. The children are picked up from school, get homework help, a snack and leave at 6:00 p.m. The program begins on the

first day of school in Dreiser Center, Room 15. Registration will continue, if space permits. Music Appreciation/Singing Group – Fridays, 7:30 p.m., Dreiser Center, Rm. 15. Sing along with us to sweet soul oldies, R&B, gospel, and popular classics. Our instructor is very energetic and plans to continue through the summer. If you would like the “African-American Voices” to perform for your event, call Keith at 917-561-6211. Yoga & Pilates Mat Classes – Will resume in September on Tuesdays, 7 p.m., Dreiser Center, Rm. 2. Lose weight, tone and strengthen your muscles with exercises that reduce stress through breathing techniques. Call Meena at 718-671-8364. Belly Dancing Classes – Will resume in September on Wednesdays, 7 p.m., Dreiser Center, Rm. 2. A fun and healthy way to stay in shape! Call Xonia at 646-301-9438.

Evening Line Dancing Classes – Will resume in September on Thursdays, 7-9 p.m., Dreiser Center, Rm. 2. Dance to Soul, Latin, and Gospel music. Call Cynthia at 917-903-7073. Education Program – Adult education classes at The Institute for Youth (IFY) will resume in September. Call 718-379-5555. Creative Movement – Saturday dance classes for children, ages 3-7, will begin in September. For more information, call 646-281-4570. Summer Day Camp – The children had lots of fun. Thanks to The Institute for Youth of the Association for the Study of Classical African Civilizations (ASCAC) which conducted weekly enrichment sessions. General Membership Meeting – The next meeting will take place on Saturday, September 13th at 4:00 p.m. in Dreiser Center, Room 15. If you are unable to attend this meeting,

look to our weekly column for upcoming events. Also, if you wish to join or update your membership, please send a check or money order (DO NOT MAIL CASH) of $15 for a single membership or $25 for families to: African-American Association of Co-op City, P.O. Box 702, Co-op City Station, Bronx, NY 10475. Donations are welcomed. Like us on Facebook: “CoopcityAfricanameri canassoc.” The officers of the AfricanAmerican Association have great plans for the upcoming seasons and look forward to seeing you at the September 13th meeting: President: Francine Reva Jones; Vice President: Deborah Nelson; Secretary: Ebony Rae Lambright; Treasurer: Sandra Mitchell; and Assistant Treasurer: Kevin Lambright. Enjoy the rest of the summer. —Francine Jones

Filmmaking Workshop A three-week Introduction to Documentary Film workshop will begin for high school students grades 10-12 on September 8th. Students will learn how to write, direct and shoot their own short films, including pitch projects, select locations and crews, edit and promote their films. Seating is limited and will

be filled on a first come, first served basis. For cost and registration, email: drammehcenter@gmail.com, or write to: Drammeh Institute, P.O. Box 558, Bronx, NY 10475. Grant Writing Workshop Our next grant writing workshop is scheduled for Saturday, September 27 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Drammeh

Center, 140 DeKruif Place (ground floor). If you are seeking funding for a worthy organization, project or film, the one thing you need to perfect is the art of proposal writing. This 3-hour seasonal workshop will cover practical strategies for better writing and explore the principles of phrasing compelling stories. Receive instruc-

tion on how to avoid the pitfalls that can lead to rejection of your proposal or grant, and learn the secrets of grant reviewers’ expectations. Seating is limited. If you are interested, you may send your name in now to reserve a seat $50 for members, $60 non-members. You may register online. —Elise Edwards

The Director from The Garvey School (www.garveyschool.org) would like to come and speak at an association meeting. If anyone is interested, please reach out to us and we can schedule her as an upcoming guest. We are still planning the guests for the rest of the year’s meetings. As of this writing, we have not heard from anyone. If you have any suggestions, please let us know. We would also like to plan a floor captains’ meeting. If anyone is interested in being a floor captain, please contact us so we can schedule a meeting. We will, of course, let you know what it entails prior to committing to be a Captain. President’s Note It appears that the elevators are still thought to be a bathroom and compactor room as I have recently seen feces (I hope this was not done by a person), as well as garbage. In addition, while exiting the building, someone thought it appropriate to throw a beer bottle out the window which could have severely injured someone. Not to mention the dia-

pers that are still being thrown out the window and the panties now hanging from the trees. But what can your association do about it without your cooperation? NOTHING! The definition of association is a group of people organized for a joint purpose. We have 384 apartments in this building. Should the group consist of so few? I hope this year will bring the change and involvement we need to better the building and the community. I am once again asking any building/townhouse associations in Section Four that would like to form a formal Section Four Association to please reach out to me. As of this writing, I have not heard from any association. I think it would be great if we could organize a Section Four block party or other events. We were unified after the shooting. Let’s not let that be the last time we come together as a unit. As always, we can be reached at 347920-3534 or bldg23cc@gmail.com. —Ericc Diaz

Today is Section Five Fun DayENJOY!!! Trip September 15 is the final day to make payment for our trip to the Westchester Dinner Theatre. We will be seeing the matinee performance of South Pacific on October 22. The charge of $80 includes round-trip transportation, the show, five course luncheon with a choice of entrees, taxes and gratuities. For information and payments, please contact Eleanor Bailey at 718-3797754.

The Mall There is awareness of the traffic nightmare the Mall has created, but we must still make our voices heard. Assemblyman Benedetto, Ombudsman Boiko, Councilman King and Mr. Kearns, head of Community Board 10, appear to be the go-to people to be contacted about issues we are facing. Observation Soon, we will have a multitude of dining choices; let’s not forget the places we have patronized for years in our own community. —Lorna Smith

The Debs Place Townhouse Association will hold its September meeting on Thursday, September 11 at 7 p.m. in Room 6 of the Dreiser Center. No speaker has been invited and the meeting will be devoted to important organizational activities. Included on the agenda are the election of officers for the coming year, the collection of membership dues and a discussion of the goals and objectives of the

organization. Those attending will be able to pay their yearly dues, which once again is $10 per family. Among the topics to be discussed are topics for future meetings, speakers to be invited and ways to increase attendance. Of course, there will be refreshments. Debs Townhouse residents are urged to attend. —Nels Grumer

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Co-op City Times / August 23, 2014

Co-op City Sports

As the Velocity Track Club New York reflects on the blessings and accomplishments we had last season, coaches and personnel continue to have meetings to determine how we can improve as a business and to better prepare our children for the next level. All of this became possible with the coaches and personnel (staff), parents who all volunteer their time and some of their money to help our children. Plus, I would like to give a special thanks to the New York Road Runners. Their financial support helped us extremely. Thanks to the local residents who made donations and supported our fundraiser activities. We also would like to thank the Mosholu Montefiore Beacom Program, Riverbay Corporation and all the local newspapers that support us. Thank you, we appreciate it!! On Saturday, August 16th, Velocity student athletes took a bike ride to Orchard Beach. Children rode from Co-op City to Orchard Beach, where they played bas-

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ketball, jog on the beach and played in the park. It was a nice exercise, which the children enjoy, while on break. On Friday, August 22nd, we will be enjoying the day at Lake Compounce Theme & Water Park in Bristol, C.T. and on Saturday, August 23rd, we will be hosting 50 meter races at the Section 5 Fun Day in Co-op City. There will be games, music, food and other activities at the Section 5 Fun Day. Velocity Track Club New York is having their semiannual orientation on Friday, August 29th at 7:00 p.m. in the Bartow Community Center, Room 28, of Co-op City. Parents/guardian must Velocity Track Club parents and staff. attend orientation for their child to try out for VTC. Anyone interested in supporting Velocity send you a receipt. For additional information, please Track Club New York. We are a 501(c) 3 - Non-for Profit. contact Coach Winston Dinkins at 914-441-6196 or Just write the check of any size to Velocity Track Club email me at WATCLT@AOL.COM. New York. Your donation is a tax write off and we will â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Winston Dinkins

Co-op City Tennis Club

The legacy lives on. This summer, the Co-op City Tennis Club had a banner season with over 350 children ages 5 to 18 enjoying the free tennis program in Co-op City provided by the NYJTL, with financial support from Council member Andy King. The 4th annual Milton Alexander Memorial Tennis Tournament was held on Friday, August 1 through Sunday, August 3, and we saw top notch tennis matches by juniors from the Tri-State area. Co-op City Tennis club members Tiana Fernandez and Kayla Bentham faced each other in an exciting three-hour 14U finals, with Bentham the victor. Twelve year old Brandon Torres won in two sets over Dylan Lachmanen. On a weekly basis, our teams com-

peted in various age categories against other children from the five boroughs. Jada Bentham, won the 7U. Jullian Rasberry, Donna Djalo and Kaitlin Mendez won the 8 year division. Ten year old Alex Mei and Emanuel Oyenusi were also victorious in their matches in the 10U. Kenneth Ly and Peprah Yaboah, Joshua Mohamed, Deshonte McLeod, Esi Samuels, Taylor Hathorn, Kayla & Leah Bentham were winners in the 14U category. Councilmember Andy King and State Senator Ruth Hassell-Thompson will join the children on Friday, August 22nd as they celebrate their end of season with a party. â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Lorraine Alexander

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Retirees of Dreiser Loop

Attention: The RETIREES’ General Meetings will resume on Wednesday, September 3, at 1:30 p.m. in the Dreiser Auditorium. We look forward to seeing you. Travel Events ▪ Sept. 20-27, (8 days/7 nights) CALIFORNIA COASTAL CRUISE on the PRINCESS. Contacts: Claudette D., 718379-4784/Beverly J., 718- 379-0377. ▪ Thurs., Oct. 9. It pays to play at the exciting SANDS CASINO. The casino rebate is: $20 slot play/$5 food voucher. Just steps away from the casino floor are The Outlets at SANDS, where Fashion meets the Fabulous. Following your stay at the Sands Casino, enjoy a finger-lickin’ Soul food dinner while listening in a really cool atmosphere to a live jazz and blues show at the famous restaurant called WARMDADDY’S in Philly. The price is $90. (Meet/Depart:

8:00 a.m./8:30 a.m.) SOLD OUT! Wait list only. Contacts: Serita G., 347-5645722/Barbara W., 718-320-0500. Theatre Committee: (*prices include transportation/Dreiser Loop): ▪ Wed., Sept. 10, 11:15 a.m. Matinee, Luncheon & Show, THE WIZARD OF OZ at the Westchester Broadway Theatre. Price: $65. SOLD OUT! Wait list only. Meet/Depart: 10:00 a.m./ 10:15 a.m. Contact: Eleanor B., 718-324-7847. Sign up with name & telephone number on sheet posted on bulletin board, Room 19) if you are interested in attending one or both of the new exciting show at the world famous Apollo Theatre on: (1) Sat., Nov. 8th, 8 p.m., Apollo Theater (correction) - presents IRVIN MAYFIELD, JR. AND THE NEW ORLEANS JAZZ ORCHESTRA and (2) Sat., Dec. 13th, 3 p.m. & 8 p.m. or Sun., Dec. 14th,

3 p.m. – For a twist on a seasonal model, NUTCRACKER SUITE, hear Duke Ellington’s jazz interpretation of the original Tchaikovsky composition under the musical direction of David Berger Jazz Orchestra, featuring Norm Lewis, Priscilla Baskerville, Jason Samuels Smith, and students from the Dance Theatre of Harlem. Prices to be determined. Contact: Paisley H. at 718-6718637. Good And Welfare Members and friends, as you rest and heal, know that you are thought of warmly. Contact: Elinor Gordon, Chair, at 718-379-8755, regarding illnesses and bereavements. Bridge Classes The 2014-2015 Bridge Classes will resume on Friday, September 13th. The classes will be held in the RETIREES Dreiser Loop Clubroom

19 . The class times are: Beginners and the (Advanced) Beginners from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.; the Intermediate class from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Learn how to play BRIDGE, it keeps your mind alert. Call Alvin Lisle, the Master teacher, at 718-6718852, to pre-register for one of the classes indicated. Recap: We require your name, telephone number, and your deposit (check/mo payable to - RETIREES OF DREISER LOOP) to reserve your seat when signing up for shows/trips. Committee members, (718-379-0377) will be available in Dreiser clubroom 19 on Thursdays approximately from 3:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m. “Every morning we wake up we are born again, what we do today is what matters most. Yesterday is but today’s memory, but tomorrow is today’s dream.” —Claudette Davis

New Meeting Day Both hands raised in the air to acknowledge that we are all in favor of making the 3rd Thursday of the month our new meeting day. Yes, our next official meeting will be Thursday, September 18th. So get ready, be humble!!! We are coming back bigger and better. Trust us, you don’t want to be the one who missed our first meeting back from the summer. You really don’t. This next season, we will be inviting more Riverbay heads and bringing more resources to you. Our aim is not to shine, but to amaze you. We know we can’t please everybody all of the time, but BAM!!!! If you come in smiling (which is all we ask), we know you will leave the same way, only more equipped to be the best share-

holder you can be. Our ongoing fundraiser, 21association.com is also looking to Empower other building associations as well. We know how to share and unite and we ask everyone else to do the same. Imagine a community empowered economically allowing families to have the freedom to live life without limits. At our think tank meeting on Fridays at 8:30 p.m., shareholders learn how to do just that. For information on all Building 21 Association activities and committees, call or email us at the info. below. We are neighbors and we are family, we will all win by working, sharing and living together. For further correspondence: 21association@gmail.com or call us at: 347-504-1821. —Kevin Lambright

The Building Association is very happy with the turnout we had for Movie Saturday. We try very hard to find interesting events for your enjoyment. If anyone has a movie they would like to see or would like for their children to see, just give us a call. Our website is up and running fine. A cooperator informed me that she is very excited about it. It is very informative, so check it out, www.bldg33assoc.org. The Section 5 Association is having a day of fun on Saturday, August 23rd starting from noon – 6 p.m. on the Section 5 Greenway. Come down and enjoy the games, track races, basketball tournaments, cotton candy, popcorn, free franks and water. We will have our very own DJ Smooth with the music. Hillary from the building is starting a Book Reading Club. Slow reading of

the classic literature you always wanted to discuss, every Thursday starting at l2 p.m. to 2 p.m. Come share your thoughts and experiences as we read the work together. Come down to the meeting room in the back of the building. For more information, call Hillary, 347-326-7117. Also, we have game night on Fridays. For more information, call me. We send our love to Marguerite for a speedy recovery, and a happy birthday wish to Joe Moore who is also in recovery. Get well wishes to all the sick and the shut-in. Peace. P.S.: The person or persons putting clothing and suitcases in front of our association room, please take them to the basement of the building. If you continue, you will receive a fine. —Patricia Bonaparte

We would like to thank everyone who joined us on the Section 2 Summer Fun Day Bus Ride to Atlantic City that took place on Sat., Aug. 14. We were among good company and everyone had a marvelous time. We have received many requests to do this again and we will. We are hoping that all are enjoying the summer. We look forward to seeing you at the many events that are planned in our community. Our next Building Association meeting will be on Monday, September 8 at 7:30 p.m. We have invited the supervisor of Section 2 Building & Grounds, Mr. Omar DeLosAngeles, to this meeting. Please remember that boxes and large items should be taken down to the Ash Cart Room, which is located in the basement on the “A” side. Pizza boxes should be broken up and placed down the compactor. This will prevent roaches and other vermin from coming into the rooms and on the

floors, since these boxes often have food residue on them. The trash receptacles in our lobbies and in front of our buildings are not to be used for household garbage or boxes. This is our home and part of keeping it clean is our responsibility. Fellow shareholders, we encourage everyone of you to attend your Association’s monthly meeting. Together, we have effected positive change in our buildings and community. We cannot do this without you. So please mark your calendar now with the aforementioned date. We welcome all of our new shareholders and look forward to seeing you at the meetings also. We wish everyone who is celebrating a special event, congratulations. We continue to pray for our sick and shut in. We offer condolences to those who may have lost a loved one. —Deborah D. Henry

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From the Warfront to the Homefront Foundation

On Sunday, September 14th, at the Main Stage on the Section 1 Greenway, From the Warfront to the Homefront Foundation will present to the Co-op City and for that matter, the entire Bronx community, a MEMORIAL AND REMEMBRANCE service for the victims of the September 11th, 2001 terrorist attacks on New York, Washington and Pennsylvania that left nearly 3,000 American and World citizens murdered. This very solemn program will run

The National Council of Negro Women (NCNW) Co-op City Section wishes to thank all who donated School Supplies. They will be given to the local shelter, school & NCNW Saturday Academy. NCNCW has a representative at the U.N. Next week, members of NCNW are invited to attend a 3-day Conference for Non Government Organizations (NGO). Purpose of the Conference is to form a means of action to move poverty eradication, sustainability, human rights, climate and justice into the mainstream discourse and spark public demand for lasting political action. The community is reminded of the Health Fair on Saturday, September 20, from 1 p.m. — 4 p.m. in Dreiser Community Center Auditorium. There

from 5:30 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. and will feature music, poems, a candle lighting tribute and lastly, but most importantly, we will read the names of the more than 240 Bronx residents who died on that very HORRIFIC and dark day. We are asking volunteers to come and help us read the names of the victims, and you will be limited to 10 names per reader. As the names are being read, EVERYONE is welcomed to come to the front of the stage and help us light the more than 240 candles that will burn for

every soul lost that day. Invitations are being sent out to Mayor Bill DeBlasio, Public Advocate Letitia James, Councilman Andy King, Assemblyman Michael Benedetto, State Senator Ruth Hassell-Thompson and Congressman Eliot Engel to give some brief statements about this day. We are also inviting EVERY member of the Riverbay Board of Directors, Community Board 10, all of Co-op City’s religious organizations, social and community organizations, civic

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p.m. in Room 11, Dreiser Center. Our Motto is: Leave No one Behind! Everyone 18 and older is

groups, our local fire house, the 45th Precinct and Community Council, merchants and ANYONE else I might have left out to join with us on this very special and solemn evening. If you want to bring a candle and/or flashlight you are more than welcome, though this is not necessary, and if you need to, please bring a chair. For further information, please contact Mark Bruh at (646) 359-7723 or you can email me at Mark.bruh@gmail.com. —Mark P. Bruh invited to become members. We also have male Associate members. —Eleanor Donnley

Jewish War Veterans Post 500

On Sunday, September 7th at 10 a.m., Co-op City Post 500 will be holding its first meeting of the new season at the Town House Restaurant on Dreiser Loop. Also, on Sept. 14, there will be a Bronx County Council meeting, and on Sept. 21st, a Dept. of NY State meeting, both at the Bronx VA Hospital. Thanks to all the members of

Post 500 who helped to make it a very successful barbecue for the hospitalized veterans at the Bronx VA Hospital. They were all very gratified. Congratulations to our Post 500 Chaplain, Leon B. Weinstein, on being appointed to become the Chaplain for all the Jewish War Veterans of New York State. —Marvin Warm

Co-op City Times / August 23, 2014

Pentecostal Tabernacle

Pentecostal Tabernacle invites everyone to worship service at 120 Benchley Pl., Bronx, N.Y. 10475. Sunday School for all age group begins at 10:30 a.m. Mid-day worship service starts at 11:45 a.m. Evangelistic service will be held every Sunday evening starting at 6 p.m. Wednesdays: Prayer and fasting service will be held 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Bible study and prayer meeting will also be held every Wednesday evening starting at 7:30 p.m. Friday: Youth service will be held at 7:00 p.m. Focus: The king of heaven and earth took the position of a servant,

and by so doing left us an example we should follow. Let this mind be in you, which was also in Christ Jesus: Who, being in the form of God, taught it not robbery to be equal with God: But made himself of no reputation, and took upon him the form of a servant, and was made in the likeness of men: And being found in the fashion as a man, he humbled himself, and became obedient unto death, even the death of the cross. {Philippians 2: 5-8} There is no higher place in the kingdom of heaven than to be a servant. Jesus himself established the lofty nature of this lowly position when he said, and whosever of you will be the

chiefest, shall be servant of all. {Mark 10:44} Not only did our Lord express this maxim, but His life was the perfect example of this truth in action. In spite of being the exalted king of kings, Jesus was willing for our sakes to become a servant who was obedient even to death. Service involves the willingness to forgo our own way in order to satisfy the wishes of our Master. Those who would serve will be required to surrender their will and to seek wholeheartedly to please the one who has dispatched them to his work. The job details may vary for every individual, but at least two of the duties of a servant will be consistent no matter what specific role he or she is filling. We

must be willing, faithful, wise, humble, and available, to serve others not out of obligation, but from delight. And as such, we enjoy a wonderful sense of fulfillment in this life and relish with anticipation the reward that will come in the end. Jesus is worthy of our best. Christians are servants of God who must be willing to yield their lives in obedience to Him in righteousness. As ministers, we voluntarily give our service to God. Moses is called a servant of God. Joshua was a servant of Moses, and the apostles the servant of Christ. Christ is also called a servant. (Isaiah 42) For further information, please call 718-324-0334 or 718-320-4218. —Rev. R. Sibblies

In the Name of God, the Beneficent, the Merciful… PLEASE NOTE - Due to Daylight Saving time, prayer services will be held at 1:00 p.m., instead of noon. The Islamic Cultural Center of North America is honored to be one of the organizations providing religious services for the residents of Co-op City. This also gives us an opportunity to correct rampant misconceptions about Islam and Muslims. These misconceptions are mainly a result of criminally misguided actions of a very

small extremist fringe of Muslims who are provided endless media coverage. These extremists are a minute fraction of over one and a half billion Muslims worldwide. Co-op City Mosque is open to all residents for prayer services and fellowship. We are more than happy to answer questions about our religion, culture and Muslims, in general. The following statements explain our view of unity and common destiny with people of all diverse faiths. The first statement is from the Holy Quran, and second one is from

Prophet Muhammad. “Those who believe (in the Qur’an), and those who follow the Jewish (scriptures), and the Christians and the Sabians, any who believe in God and the Last Day, and work righteousness, shall have their reward with their Lord; on them shall be no fear, nor shall they grieve.” Holy Quran, Chapter 2, Verse 62. “What actions are most excellent? To gladden the heart of human beings, to feed the hungry, to help the afflicted, to lighten the sorrow of the

sorrowful, and to remove the sufferings of the injured,” said Prophet Muhammad, Peace Be Upon Him, in the book of Bukhari. Co-op City Mosque continues to hold its Friday Congregational Prayer at 177 Dreiser Loop, Room 9, from 1:00-2:00 p.m. Please feel free to join us. For more information, please contact us at: 718829-2323 or info@islamicculturalcenter.org, or view our website: www.islamic culturalcenter.org. Peace be unto you, —Sheik Moussa Drammeh

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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, along with 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

Rev. Dr. Robert A. Smith, Jr., Pastor, and Lady Theresa M. Smith, co-Founders, and the Church of the Savior family extend an invitation to every person to worship with us. We are a non-denominational, inter-racial, inter-cultural, intergenerational fellowship of believers. We care about you, not your W2. We are not church as usual. Come as you are, we leave the judging to God. The Church of the Savior family extends love and affirmation to the Co-op City community; A warm welcome awaits you!! A very special invitation to our new neighbors in Co-op City. We love you for who you are, not what you have. Please call us at 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

“Then Peter opened his mouth, and said, of a truth I perceive that God is no respecter of persons.” Acts 10:34 Spiritual Food for Thought: God wants you to be aware of your reactions to other people. When you see them as not equal with you, whether you see them as above or beneath, there needs to be an adjustment of your attitude. Know that God does not have preferences and that His love for everyone is exactly the same. God’s desire is for you to begin to see others as he sees them. At Greater Love Baptist Church, we believe that when you change your attitude, you can change your altitude. Our vision is to change hearts, change minds and change lives by the Word of God so that we are transformed by a renewed mind; one step and one day at a time.

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of the Lord Jesus. Prayer Service takes place every Wednesday evening from 7:30 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 Events Saturday, August 23: The “Next Generation for Christ” presents ‘A Youth Explosion: Let everything that has breath praise the Lord.’ Psalm 150:6. 2:00 p.m. Adults: $10 and all youth free. Everyone welcome. SOLD OUT!! Toronto & Niagara Falls, Canada, 3-day/2-nights. Package includes: Roundtrip Deluxe Motor Coach Transportation, hotel accommodations on Canadian side with 2 breakfast buffets, 2

dinners, professional guided-tour of Toronto; CN Tower, harbor cruise and Famous Wharf; time at Casa Loma Castle; Maid of the Mist boat ride; Niagara Falls Casino and duty free shopping. Rates: Quad $435 pp, triple $450 pp, Dbl. $500 pp and single $590 pp. “Valid Passport is required.” Make checks/money orders payable to Church of the New Vision and mail to Church of the New Vision, P.O. Box 753037, Einstein Station, Bronx, NY 10475. Attn: Canada. For information, please contact B. Brown at 718-671-3748, T. Gavin at 917-587-5057 or church office at 718671-8746. Come join New Vision’s “Partners in Reading Program” every Sunday after-

noon from 1:15 to 2:15 p.m. Students in Grades 1 through 8 discover the joy of reading while exploring and improving their literacy levels through small groups and reading partners. Parents, we encourage you to bring your children to benefit from this free program, taught by trained professionals. Registration is ongoing. You may contact the church at the number listed below. The Church of the New Vision is located at 115 Einstein Loop, Bronx, NY 10475; Telephone: 718-671-8746 or 718320-0409. Mailing address is P.O. Box 753037, Bronx, NY 10475. Please visit our website at www. churchofnewvision.com. —Carole Haque

Church of the Savior

money you make? A special seat and friend awaits you. Church of the Savior is located at 920 Baychester Ave. (close to Darrow Pl). Our mailing address is: P.O. Box 86, Bronx, NY 10475. Sunday Schedule Meditation and Adult Bible Study 9:15 -10:15 a.m. Divine Worship - 10:30 a.m. Come and be blessed; we want an opportunity to love you. See you in church. Our children’s Sunday School will teach and nurture your child/children in the word of God. All sessions are during worship service. Special Guest Preacher - The dynamic, prophetic Pastor Anthony Davis, Harvest Restoration Ministries. Come and be blessed by this Man of God.

Reading from Holy Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6. Until August 31, Summer Worship is at 10:00 a.m. All are welcome to join us for prayer, sacred music from 9:00-9:40. Attire is appropriate casual wear. Church of the Savior family, First Lady Theresa and Dr. Smith, Senior Pastor, look forward to meeting you. Weekly Activities Bereavement Group and Bible Study - Suspended until September! Enjoy your Summer! Thursdays at 10:00 a.m., Channel 70, Bronxnet. Every other Saturday - Food Pantry. For more information in donating or receiving food, please call 718-9255052. Because of the increase of persons attending our food pantry, we are reaching out to the community for assistance. Here’s how you can help: WE

NEED NON-PERISHABLE FOOD. No soda, potato chips, condiments, etc. Please check expiration date on all items. You can drop off your donations at the church Sunday morning, 9:00 10:00. To arrange special drop off time, call Ms. Weir at 347-375-3837. God bless all our donors. Enjoy discounts exclusively at the Bay Plaza location. Church of the Savior has shopping passes for the Macy’s Charity Shopping Day on August 30. Passes are $5. For those who have already purchased a ticket, it will be honored on the new date. Call Lady Theresa for your pass TODAY! 718925-5052. Thought for the Week: “Between the humble and contrite heart and the majesty of heaven, there are no barriers; the only password is prayer.” —Rev. Dr. Robert A. Smith, Jr.

On behalf of the Greater Love family, we welcome and encourage you to fellowship with us. We are a teaching, preaching, tithing, faith and Bible way ministry conveniently located at 900 Co-op City Blvd. (Bldg. 2A), on the ground level, Bronx, N.Y., 10475; main entrance - red buzzer. Doors open at 2:30 p.m. on Sunday. Free parking is available in Garage #1 on Darrow Place. Church phone: 347920-5607. Please join us tomorrow, Sunday, August 24th at 4:00 p.m. for Friends & Family Day. Come out and hear what Jesus teaches us about friends & family. Pastor Carol Landrum will preach “Friends.” Presiding Elder Boyce Landrum will preach “Family.” Free refreshments following service.

ALL ARE WELCOME!! Save the Date Back To School Prayer – Saturday, September 13 – 1:00 p.m. The Greater Love Women’s Fellowship will host their 1st Women’s Retreat (women 18+), Sept. 26th – Sept. 28th (3 days/2 nights). Theme: “Victory in Every Season (Lord, Don’t Do It Without Me).” Eddy’s Farm Retreat & Conference Center, Sparrowbush, NY. $25 cash only deposit due now! Space is limited. Please call the church & leave your name & number for more information. Weekly Schedule: Sunday Bible Study: 3:00 p.m. (sharp) to 3:45 p.m. Sunday Afternoon Praise & Worship:

3:45 p.m. Holy Communion – First Sunday Tuesday Evening Prayer: 7:00 p.m. Training for Service - A Survey of the Bible: Thursday Eve** Resumes 9/4 New Members Class: Saturday, Sept. 20th, 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Family Nite/Youth Nite; Blessing/ Dedication of Children; Food Pantry. Christian Book Drive: Please donate your unused or surplus Bibles, Christian books, Bible dictionaries/encyclopedias & inspirational books to the church library. Stop in or call us to arrange a pick up. Thank you to all of our neighbors who have blessed us in giving. Peace & blessings! —Pastor Carol Landrum

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Rev. Dr. Sheldon E. Williams and the Co-op City Baptist Church invite you to join us tomorrow at 9:00 a.m. for worship service. During the summer, we will have one worship service at 9:00 a.m. Summer hours will remain in effect through Sunday, September 14. We invite you to worship, study, and pray with us. The Co-op City Baptist Church is located at 135 Einstein Loop, Room 50. Our telephone number is 718-320-3774, visit us on the web at www.coopcitybaptistchurch.org. Mid-week worship service and Wednesday Bible

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! If you seek wise counsel, you multiply your chances for sound decisions. Let’s look at Scripture to support this. Proverbs 15:16-23 says: 16 Better is a little with the fear of the Lord, than great treasure with trouble. 17 Better is a dinner of herbs where love is, than a fatted calf with hatred. 18 A wrathful man stirs up strife, but he who is slow to anger allays contention. 19 The way of the lazy man is like a hedge of thorns, but the way of the upright is a highway. 20 A wise son makes a father glad, but a foolish man despises his mother. 21 Folly is joy to him who is destitute of discernment, but a man of understanding walks uprightly. 22 Without counsel, plans go awry, but in the multitude of counselors they are established. 23 A man has joy by the answer of his mouth, and a word spoken in due season, how good it is! Invitations Our Sweet Hour of Prayer will be today at 3 p.m. Sunday School is tomorrow 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. On Aug 29, we have a special program during our Sweet Hour of Prayer time. We also have an evening service the next day, Aug. 30, at 5 p.m. If you’re into Gospel Rap/holy Hip-Hop, go to www.datpiff.com and download music from Vernon Little free of charge. He also has videos on YouTube. You will be blessed, encouraged, and inspired. We are located at 171 Dreiser Loop in Section 1. Our phone # is (347) 276-4925. Jesus loves you, and so do we. —Apostle Gladys R. Little

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Co-op City Baptist Church

study classes and Prayer service are suspended for the summer. Friday evening Prayer Service is also suspended for the summer and will resume on Friday, September 12. You are invited to join us on Sunday, September 14 for Family and Friends Day. Please join us for this joyous occasion. The Co-op City Intergenerational Outreach Center, Inc. (CCIOC) is pleased to announce that they will hold their First Community Awards Ceremony at Eastwood Manor in the Bronx on Friday, October 17. Tickets are $75, and will be available beginning July

6. The CCIOC is also preparing a souvenir journal and ask that you submit ads. Ad submissions, including photos and payments, are due by no later than September 16. For reservations or additional information, call 718-671-1861 or 718-671-8449. The Co-op City Baptist Church exists to glorify God and to establish a living community of people who follow the teachings of Jesus the Christ through worship, prayer, Bible study and fellowship. We seek to meet the spiritual and physical needs of the church through ministry. —Hattie L. Lucas

Pastors Nancy & Angelo Rosario and the congregation invite you to come and worship your Lord, or please visit any of the many houses of worship in the Co-op City community that are teaching God’s Word. We are located at 127 Dreiser Loop (to the right of the Montefiore Health Clinic). 718-790-9120. Schedule: Sunday Worship-Spanish, 9:30 a.m.; English Worship, 1:15 p.m.; Sunday School, 11:30 a.m. Monday, 9:30-11:30 a.m. - prayer/reflections; Wed. Prayer, 7-8:30 p.m. Office hours: Tues./Thurs., 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday, August 31 – Labor Day Weekend, we will have a 10:00 A.M. SERVICE ONLY. Have a safe, enjoyable and blessed weekend. Let us pray for all that are returning to their respective levels of education and for the teachers/instructors. “Those who sow in tears will reap with songs of joy.” - Psalm 126:5. Psalm 126 describes an interesting process that goes against our natural tendencies when we are taken into a difficult period in our lives. Whenever we are hurled into a crisis that brings tears, our tendency is to retreat or recoil in fear and hurt. However, there is a better way that God tells us to handle such times of travail. Those who sow in tears will reap with songs of joy.

“He who goes out weeping, carrying seed to sow, will return with songs of joy, carrying sheaves with him.” (Ps. 126:5-6). God is telling us that if we will do what is unnatural for us in these circumstances, He will make sure that what we sow in tears will return in joy. This is one of the most important lessons I have learned when faced with difficult circumstances. Rather than sit back and allow self-pity and discouragement to consume us, we should plant seed during this time. Reach out to a person who needs a friend. Invest in the life of another. See where you can be a blessing to someone. Give of yourself. “You must not let the circumstances destroy you! Too many in the Kingdom are counting on you to come through this because of the calling on your life!” Those were the words spoken to me by a friend one time when I was in the midst of a very difficult business and personal circumstance. This person saw what God was doing and the fruit that God wanted to bring from these circumstances. Sometimes, we need others around us to push us through the difficult times. If you find yourself in a difficult place today, see where you can sow some seed. Soon you will be reaping songs of joy. —Bishop Dr. Nancy Rosario

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Fr. Taylor and the congregation of St. Joseph’s cordially invite you to worship with us in Co-op City at 155 Dreiser Loop, lower level. All are welcome. Weekly Schedule: Sunday service with Holy Communion and Sunday School are both at 9 a.m. Every 4th Sunday, our children participate in the reading of the lessons and every 5th Sunday, our young adults assist in the service. Bible study is held each Wednesday at 7 p.m. Choir rehearsal is on Thursday at 7 p.m. The (ECW) Episcopal Church

Hey, Co-op City! We hope that you and your family are enjoying the last couple of weeks of summer! We’ve been so blessed to have so many of you stop by to see us over the past few Sundays! For those of you who don’t really think church is for you…Think again! We dare you to check out our Sunday Worship Experience. We believe that you will see that we genuinely care about you! We’re not concerned about your past, we believe that God gives us a hope and a future because of Jesus. We believe that the Bible is the greatest book ever writ-

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Women meet immediately after service on the 1st Sunday of each month. Membership is open to all women of the church and dues are $2 per month. P.S.: Summer Break: The Sunday School, ECW, Choir and the Bible Study Group will be on summer break until the end of August. We look forward to welcoming everyone at 9:00 a.m. on Sunday, August 24, when we will celebrate The Eleventh Sunday after Pentecost. Fundraising Events: The trip to Toronto, Canada, has been sold out. Thanks for your support.

Please bring in your final payments for this trip as soon as possible. St. Joseph’s Boutique will open again on October 6 and 7 in front of the church. Lots of items will be on sale! Get ready for an 8-day cruise on the Carnival Splendor, leaving out of New York on August 12, 2015: Grand Turk, Half Moon Cay, The Bahamas and Nassau, with fun days at sea. Ocean view cabins start at $1,297 and inside cabins start at $1,217, depending on how many persons per cabin. Flyers with more information,

Newsong Church

ten, containing the greatest story ever told, and you’re part of His-story! We invite you on this journey toward Jesus, so come as you are! We’re located at 177 Dreiser Loop in Auditorium B and we start at 11:00 a.m. Parking is available in the parking garage located on Dreiser Loop. Please bring your ticket to our connection tent for validation. Deaf Interpretation is available during our adult worship experience. For children from infants to 5th grade, we have Kidsong. At Kidsong, our children learn about Jesus in a safe, fun, age appropriate learning environment!

Newsong Church is gearing up for the fall and we encourage you to check out any of our area LifeGroups. LifeGroups meet all around our city at different times and locations. It’s an opportunity to study God’s word together, hang out with friends, or share common interests. You can sign up for any of our LifeGroups at our connection tent this Sunday! Speaking of Sunday, we will be finishing our teaching series that has been a “hot topic” this summer. The series is called “What happens to you when you die?” Have you ever wondered about that? This Sunday, we will

21 including a suggested payment plan, are available. Outreach Program: We continue to collect non-perishable food for the feeding program at Grace Episcopal Church in West Farms. Please remember to donate. For additional information on the above, please call the church at 718320-0844, or visit our website: http://www.stjosephsepcbronx.org. “Our help is in the name of the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth.” — (Psalm 124:8) — M. Chambers be answering the question: “Is Heaven for Real?” You do NOT want to miss it! For more information, you can contact us: website: www.newsongchurchnyc.org; email: info@newsongchurchnyc.org; Facebook: www.facebook. com/newsongchurchbx; Twitter: @new songchurchBX. Our Newsong family is here for you! Stop by this Sunday and experience the difference. My wife, Cyndie, and I look forward to meeting you! “He put a new song in my mouth, a hymn of praise to our God”-Psalm 40:3 —Pastor Mike Tolone

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Co-op City Times / August 23, 2014

Bartow Bingo 1:30–2:30 p.m., Rm 31

Library 9:30 a.m. - 1 p.m., Rm. 31 Weight Management Support Group – On Vac until Sept. 8 Card Games 2– 4 p.m., Rm. 31

Dominoes 2:30 pm, Rm. 31 Tablet Class 1st & 3rd Cell Phone Class 2nd & 4th 12:40-1:40 p.m., Bartow Ave. Senior Services Main Office Zumba cancelled until further notice

Word Games 9:30 – 11:30 a.m., Rm. 31 Current Events 10 a.m., Rm. 31 Bingo 12:30-2:30 p.m., Rm. 31 Card Games 2-4 p.m., Rm. 31 Dominoes 2:30 p.m., Rm. 31 Srs. Walking Group (on vacation ‘til Sept.)

Thurs., Aug. 28

Blood Pressure Cancelled until further notice Word Games Rm. 31 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Stay Well Exercise 10 -11 a.m., Rm. 31 Line Dancing w/Voncile 11 a.m.-Noon, Rm. 31 Bingo 12:30–2:30 p.m., Rm. 31 Card Games 2 -4 p.m., Rm. 31 Dominoes 2:30 p.m., Rm. 31 Library 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Rm. 31 Word Games 9:3011:30 a.m., Rm. 31 Chat Session 9:30 a.m. -1 p.m., Rm. 31 Bingo 12:30 – 2:30 p.m., Rm. 31 Card Games 2-4 p.m., Rm. 31 Dominoes 2:30 p.m., Rm. 31

Fri., Aug 29

Wed., Aug. 27

Tues., Aug. 26

Mon., Aug. 25

Word Games 9:30 – 11 a.m., Rm. 31

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

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

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

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

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

Spelling Bee Spanish Practice Class

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

10:30 a.m., Computer Lab

11 a.m.-12 p.m., Rm. 2

10 a.m., Rm. 49

Mind Teasers Arthritis Exercise Class w/Damian 11 a.m.–12 p.m.

Bingo 1 pm, Rm. 49

12 p.m. – 1 p.m., Rm. 4

Art Class 1 p.m. - 3 p.m., Rm. 7

YOGA w/Bhadra 2 p.m.-3 p.m., Rm. 2

Dominoes 10 a.m., Rm. 45 Stay Well Exercise 10-11 a.m., Rm. 45 Spelling Bee 11 a.m., Rm. 49 Po-ke-no 1-2 p.m., Rm. 49 Bingo 1 p.m., Rm. 49 Dominos 10 a.m., Rm. 45 Art 10 a.m., Rm. 45 Bingo 1 p.m., Rm. 49 Card Games 2-4 p.m., Rm. 49 Blood Pressure 2nd and 4th Friday, 10 -11:30 a.m., Rm. 49

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session 9:3010:30 a.m., Rm. 7 Blood Pressure 1st & 3rd Thursday 10-11:30 a.m., Rm. 8 Line Dancing w/Ellie 10–11 a.m., Aud. A Piano Sing Along 11 a.m.–12 p.m., Rm. 7 Mind Teasers 12-1 p.m., Rm. 4 Drama Club 1:30–4 p.m., Rm. 7 Crochet and Knitting 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Rm. 7 Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session 9:30-10:30 a.m., Rm. 7 Meditative Moments – On vacation July & August Mind Teasers 12-1 p.m., Rm. 4 Spanish Class 1-2 p.m., Rm. 7 Card Games, Dominoes 2-4 p.m., Rm. 7 Therapeutic Yoga 1:30 – 2:30 p.m., Rm. 8

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Tues, Aug., 26

Wed., Aug., 27

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Whole wheat bread Canned apricots

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Whole wheat bread Fresh fruit

Roasted chicken Spanish style Broccoli cheese quesadilla Mexican corn confetti salad

Whole wheat bread Fresh fruit

BBQ pork Mashed sweet potato Steamed cauliflower

Whole wheat bread Fresh fruit

Apple juice Baked Salmon Thurs., w/cilantro citrus sauce Aug., Zucchini - rice pilaf Winter blend vegetables 28 Alt: Turkey salad

Fri., Aug., 29

Orange juice Lemon pepper fish Baked oregano chicken Cuban style yellow rice Barley Steamed peas and Avocado carrots Cucumber/tomato salad Alt: Gefilte fish

Upcoming Events/Trips

There will be no refunds for all trips. All trips include roundtrip transportation! Call the Bartow Office to register unless otherwise noted, 718-320-2066. Social Work Office Hours: Please call 718-320-2066 for additional information: 2049 Bartow Avenue – Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. 135 Einstein Loop, Room 40, by appointment 177 Dreiser Loop, Room 13, by appointment The Big Apple Senior Walking Group: On vacation until September. ALL JASA OFFICES WILL BE CLOSED ON MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 1. Free SNAP (Food Stamp) Application Assistance – Fridays, September 5th & 19th at the Co-op City Senior Services Office, 2049 Bartow Avenue, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Walk-in: First come, first served! Please bring documents that verify your identity, address, income & expenses [rent, medical, etc.]. For more information: 718-320-2066. Walk-in: Tablet Class - 1st and 3rd Monday of August, September, and October 6th is the last day; Cell Phone Class - 2nd and 4th Monday of August, September, and October 6th is the last day. Bartow Main Office, 12:40 p.m.1:40 p.m. Co-op City Senior Centers present A Latin & Caribbean Affair – Friday, September 12 at 177 Dreiser Loop, Auditorium B, 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m., $4 in advance & $7 at the door – Music by DJ Woody. Tickets will be sold at all 3 senior centers – Bartow, Dreiser & Einstein. Come and enjoy a delectable Latin cuisine. If you want a Kosher meal, please order in advance. Pick-up times: Bartow, 10:15 a.m. and Einstein, 10:30 a.m. Empire Casino – Monday, August 25th - $5. Pick-ups: (new pick up times) Bartow, 9:15 a.m.; Einstein Loop, 9:30 a.m. & Dreiser Loop, 9:45 a.m. Flu Shots available at Bartow Community Center, Tues., Sept. 9, 3 p.m. to 7 p.m., Room 25.

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Wed., Oct. 8, 9 a.m. to noon, Room 31. Dreiser Community Center, Thu., Sept. 18, 9 a.m. to noon, Room 7. Tue., Nov. 4, 3 p.m. to 7 p.m., Room 7. Einstein Community Center, Tues., Oct. 7, 3 p.m. to 7 p.m., Room 34A. Mon., Oct. 20, 9 a.m. to noon, Room 49. FREE Civil Legal Services coming to Your Neighborhood – A NYLAG (New York Legal Assistance Group) Mobile van will be stationed in Co-op City on Thursday, November 6th, Bartow Avenue & Asch Loop in front of the Memorial Park from 10:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Lawyers on the van will provide free legal assistance on issues related to: housing, public benefits, disability benefits, healthcare, identity theft, debt management, consumer credit, immigration, domestic violence, divorce, custody, employment & advance planning. To make an appointment and to fill out the referral form, contact JASA at 718-320-2066, 2049 Bartow Avenue. FLU SHOTS available - Bartow Community Center, Tues., Sept. 9, 3 p.m. to 7 p.m., Room 25, and Wed., Oct. 8, 9 a.m. to noon, Room 31 Dreiser Community Center – Thurs., Sept. 18, 9 a.m. to noon, Room 7 and Tues., Nov. 4, 3 p.m. to 7 p.m., Room 7 Einstein Community Center, Tues., Oct. 7, 3 p.m. to 7 p.m., Room 34A and Mon., Oct. 20, 9 a.m. to noon, Room 49 Grandparent Connection Caregiver Support Group – Thursday, September 18 – 10:30 a.m. All support group meetings will be held at 135 Einstein Loop, Room 34A computer room unless otherwise noted. For additional information, please contact Hattie Lucas at 718-379-0433, Ext. 2139 or 917-734-5935 Caregiver Support Group – Tuesday, August 26th - 1:00 p.m., 2049 Bartow Ave., Room 31. The group offers resources, as well as an atmosphere of understanding and support, whether you care for a loved one from a distance or in your home. Group is facilitated by a social worker. For information: 718-320-2066.

Co-op City Times / August 23, 2014

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FYI: Our General meeting is scheduled for MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 1 p.m. in Auditorium “A” of Dreiser Community Center, 177 Dreiser Loop. Come, join and learn about things happening in Washington, Albany and the New York area that affect seniors and their family. Also, bring a family member, friend or neighbor. TO THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE: Meeting has been CANCELLED for August 25. SAVE THE DATE: AARP Holiday Celebration is scheduled for THURSDAY, DECEMBER 18TH, 12 p.m.-5 p.m. at Eastwood Manor - $70. Tickets will be available at the September 8th meeting. To our sick, on the mend and shut-in members, and those bereaved members, please know that you are in our prayers. Contact Frances Wilson, Good & Welfare Coordinator, 718-671-5493. 2014 TOUR ACTIVITIES August 28 – September 6 – Canada & New England Cruise – Sail on the Royal Caribbean, 10 days/9 nights. We

are completely booked, our bags are almost packed; only if you are scheduled to go on the cruise and you have questions, contact Jean, 718-379-3742. October 16, 2014 – Sands Casino with Holiday Shopping – 6-hour stay at the Sands Casino w/$30 slot play & $5 food credit; coupon booklet for The Outlets at Sands Bethlehem (no sales tax!)… $48/person. Contact Jean, 718-379-3742. December 30, 2014 – January 1, 2015 – The Red Carpet Party at the Desmond Hotel, Malvern, PA – Stop at the American Music Theater Christmas Show; after check-in, dinner & entertainment; choice of 4 side events next day; New Year’s Eve “Walk the Red Carpet w/a Photo Op;” Surf & Turf dinner, music/dancing and live show; Cocktail Party & Champagne Toast; New Year’s Day Champagne & Mimosa Brunch w/a show — $575/person double; $685 single; $565/person triple; travel insurance available $31/person double & triple; $40 for a single. Contact Jean, 718-379-3742. —Delores Debnam

Wednesday, August 20—No bingo. Wednesday, August 14—Our trip to Crab Shanty was very successful. Everyone had a wonderful time. Looking forward for next year. Tuesday, August 26—Going to Atlantic City Resorts Casino. Price $33. Rebate is $25 slot play. Pick-up time is 8 a.m. at our usual 3 bus stops: Einstein Loop, Asch Loop (back of library) and Dreiser Loop. Always have your picture I.D. card with you. Wednesday, November 12—Going to Seashore for End of Year Party. Also, enjoy a day of music and dancing. Don’t be left out of a fabulous afternoon. Good food, good music. Price is $62. You can pay it in installments.

Menu: Appetizer, pasta, Seashore salad. Entrees: shrimp parmagiana, broiled filet of Sole, broiled seafood combination, prime rib of beef, roast chicken rosemary, chicken parmagiana, BBQ chicken or BBQ baby back ribs with your entrees. You also have vegetables, roasted potatoes, soda, coffee, tea, juice, also strawberry short cake. For more information, see Ann or Mary at 135 Einstein Loop. We are open Monday - Thursday from 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. or you can call us at 718379-9613 or call Mary at 718-379-4899 and I will return your call. Good health to all. —Mary Pilla

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Baychester Library Events VISIT THE LIBRARY - A GREAT WEALTH OF INFORMATION WEEKLY EVENTS (Call library to confirm) Kids Program (NXT Robotics) - Mondays, 3:30 p.m. Registration required! Toddler Time - Tuesdays, Aug. 26, 11:00 a.m. Click On - Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m. Aug. 27 (Basic Internet) Tech Connect - Thursdays, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.; Aug. 28 (NO TECH CONNECT) Teen Lounge - Thursdays, 3:00 - 5:00 p.m., Aug. 28 (Yugi-oh...The

Tournament) Click On - Fridays, 10:30 a.m; Aug. 29 (Laptop Q & A) Teen Lounge (Tech Time) - Fridays, 3:00 - 4:30 p.m. Film - Saturdays, 2 p.m; Aug. 23 (Contact w/Jodie Foster)

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The Handicapped Adults Association is very pleased to announce that although HAA has closed, HAA programs will continue under JASA Co-op City Senior Services. Please look out for JASA’s announcements about upcoming programming. Thank you for your support. —Arlene Rodriguez

Einstein Cancer Fund

Tuesday, September 9th, Mohegan Sun Casino, Ct. Cost per person is $33 and receive $15 wheel play and a $15 food voucher. Time of pick-up is 8 a.m. at Einstein Loop, followed by Asch Loop and Dreiser Loop. Bring a valid photo I.D. As you know, our annual luncheon is part of our raising funds for Calvary Hospital, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Research and Cancer Care children’s program, along with any trips we undertake. All profits are donated to the charities. Please join us in these endeavors. Saturday, September 20th – Annual Raffle Luncheon at the Seashore Restaurant at 1:30 p.m. Cost per person is $49, which includes an entrée choice of broiled filet of Sole, grilled Salmon, fried shrimp or scampi, prime rib of roast beef, BBQ chicken, BBQ baby back ribs or a combination of chicken and ribs, chicken parmesan, along with an appetizer, salad, pasta and strawberry shortcake. Everyone is most certainly welcomed. Thursday, October 23rd - Hunterdon

Hills Playhouse. Cost per person, $79. Enjoy the comedy of Breaking Legs and enjoy their delicious menu of fresh homemade breads, green garden salads, Yankee pot roast, fried shrimp platter, chicken parmesan, crusted parmesan Tilapia, sausage with peppers and onions, baked vegetable lasagna, vegetable kabobs. Top off these delicious entrées by indulging in their famous buffet of over 30 freshly made miniature desserts and assorted cakes, to enjoy with coffee or tea. This trip can be paid off in the amounts you choose. Balances or full payment must be paid by October 10th. For all of the above trips, please call Loretta at 718-671-2958, Annie Eatsey at 718-320-1874 or Lydia at 718-6713005. For memorial cards, please call Loretta. We are available MondaySaturday, 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and in the evening, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Please give a call to the homebound and those in nursing homes. Good health and healings are wished to all. —Lydia Ruas

Co-op City Times / August 23, 2014

Reflections by Rabbi Solomon I. Berl Spiritual Leader of Young Israel Synagogue Before there was electricity, people had to resort to candlelight during the evening hours. Light is the source of many illuminating stories in Jewish literature. One telling tale tells how a man, deeply troubled, was once wandering restlessly through the streets of the European Village in which he lived. He knew that he had sinned, but he did not know how he could make amends. He happened to pass a little shop and through the window he saw a tailor repairing a garment by the

light of a flickering candle. The man went into the shop and said, “It is late at night, the candle is almost out, and you are obviously very weary. Why don’t you stop?” The tailor replied, “As long as the candle is burning, we can still mend.” The man gazed at the industrious tailor and his spirits lifted. “As long as we live,” he thought, “we have a chance to correct our mistakes.” As long as we live, we have the opportunity to repent, to change, to improve, to do good. As long as the fire of life burns in us, there is hope.

Young Israel of Co-op City

Young Israel of Co-op City (lower level of the Dreiser Loop shopping center) is a house of worship that opens its doors every morning from 6 until 7 a.m. Anyone who wishes to start the daily routine with prayers, during which our spiritual leader, Rabbi Solomon I. Berl, offers a brief Bible teaching is welcome. On Friday evening, Sabbath services begin at 7 p.m. Saturday morning service

starts at 9 a.m. Rabbi Berl delivers his sermon at 10:30 a.m. The Rabbi’s class on the Ethics of our Fathers begins one hour before sunset every Saturday afternoon. For office hours or any information you may seek, feel free to call (718) 671-2300 and leave your name, phone number and a brief message on the synagogue’s answering machine, and your call will be returned as soon as possible.

Come & Visit Us – We welcome you to God’s House – Your House – One Family in Christ. We are a congregation with spirit-filled worship, offering a variety of opportunities for spiritual growth, fellowship and service to God and our community. We are a multi-ethnic, multi-cultural and bilingual congregation and all are welcome. Services are at the church at 2350 Palmer Avenue, across the street from Building 30. Parking is available. Sunday Services – The first Sunday of the month is a bilingual service with communion at 10 a.m. English Service at 9 a.m. and the Spanish Service at 11:30 a.m. We also have a children’s service during the English & Spanish services. Sunday School For Children: Every Sunday at 9:15 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.

Classes are for 3 yrs. – 12 yrs. The curriculum being used will be The Super Book. Prayer Night (English) & Prayer Morning (Spanish): The Lord said, “Whenever two or more are gathered in my name, I am in the midst of them.” Matthew 18:20. We will be having a prayer night on Tuesday evenings at 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. in the church building. Come and bring your prayer needs so we can pray together. Also on Thursday mornings at 10:30 a.m., there is prayer till 11:15 a.m. in Spanish. Women’s Fellowship: Meets the first Saturday of the month at 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Men’s Fellowship: Meets the last Saturday of the month at 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Traditional Synagogue of Co-op City High Holidays Schedule 5775 (2014)

The ROSH HASHANAH Services will be conducted by: Rabbi Daniel Zalman Kronengold; Cantor Joseph Ringel. ROSH HASHANAH - New Year 5775 EREV ROSH HASHANAH Wednesday night, September 24th Light Candles Not Before 6:31 p.m. Evening Services at 6:35 p.m. First Day of ROSH HASHANAH - Thursday, September 25th Morning Services at 8:15 a.m. Shofar at 11:00 a.m. Tashlich at 5:30 p.m. Afternoon/Evening Services at 6:25 p.m. Light Candles Not Before 7:28 p.m. Second Day of ROSH HASHANAH - Friday, September 26th Morning Services at 8:15 a.m. Shofar at 11:00 a.m. Afternoon/Evening Services - (to be decided) Light Candles Not Before 6:27 p.m. SABBATH - Friday, September 26th Evening Services at 6:31 p.m. Light Candles Not Before 6:26 p.m. Day Services - Saturday, September 27th

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Morning Services at 9:00 a.m. Sabbath Ends at 7:25 p.m. The YOM KIPPUR - Day of Repentance - Services will be conducted by: Rabbi Daniel Zalman Kronengold; Cantor Joseph Jay YOM KIPPUR - Day of Repentance Erev YOM KIPPUR - Friday, October 3th Light Candles Not Before 6:16 p.m. Kol Nidre at 6:25 p.m. (Fast begins before 6:16 p.m.) YOM KIPPUR Day - Saturday, October 4th Morning Services at 9:00 a.m. Yiskor at 12 p.m. Mincha at 4:30 p.m. Please arrive on time for Mincha so we may end Yom Kippur on time. Neila at 5:30 p.m. Maariv at 6:49 p.m. Yom Kippur ends at 7:15 p.m. The Men’s Club is providing a Break the Fast (Food and Drink) at the end of the Services. Next Year In Jerusalem For seating information: Call Mimi Berlofsky, (347) 427-4526. Sharlom! —Bruce Gitelson

Crescendo Christian Music School: Learn piano, guitar, percussion, flute, voice and theory. Contact Maestro Frank Colon at (917) 753-3644. The school will be open from Monday – Friday, 2 p.m. – 8 p.m. Private and group lessons are available. All ages are welcome. Registration is free and rates are affordable. The Music School will have a piano recital on September 14th at 5 p.m., followed by a Homecoming Banquet. The cost is $20/adult and $10/child, w/proceeds going to the music school. Two-day trip Lancaster, Pa. to see Joy to the World: November 21 & 22. Also included is shopping at Rockville Square Mall & Bird in Hand Farmers Market, Nat’l. Christmas Center + dinner, breakfast, hotel & transportation. Call Barbara at (347) 603-7473. Cost is $240 per person double occupancy,

triple occupancy is $232/person, single occupancy is $297 & children 12 or under is $169 and must have 2 adults in the same room. Seats are going fast so get your reservations & deposits/payments in quickly. Remember, this is first come first serve. Movie Night: On September 12th will be the movie God is NOT Dead, starring Kevin Sorbo. Movie will start at 7 p.m. Flea Market: September 13. Mark your calendars to shop at our flea market with all kinds of goodies. If you are interested in being a vendor, please call Pauline at 718-320-1552 (mornings, 9 a.m. – 11 a.m. or evenings, 5 p.m. & 8 p.m.) or Priscilla (347) 987-8219 (If no answer, leave a message) and we will gladly send you an application. —Rev. Dr. Milca C. Plaud

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Community Protestant Church

On behalf of our Pastor, Reverend Dr. Calvin E. Owens, and our church family, welcome to Community Protestant Church, a church of love and understanding, located at 1659 East Gun Hill Road, Bronx, NY 10469; telephone: (718) 862-9172. Summer Church Schedule (DressDown Attire July 13 – September 7) Adult Sunday School - 9:00 a.m. Worship Service - 10:00 a.m. Communion Service - Every first and third Sundays Prayer Meeting and Bible Study – Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. The following programs are at the

Church’s Annex: 2053 Asch Loop North (Co-op City) Morning Prayer Services - Tuesday, 6:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m.11:00 a.m. Neighborhood Bible Study Thursday at 10:00 a.m. Extension of Prayer and Worship Service – Every first, second and third Fridays at 7:00 p.m. Other Scheduled Events: Saturday, October 18th, 9:00 p.m. 2:00 a.m. – Enjoy a great evening of entertainment at the South Carolina Committee’s Annual Dance in Dreiser Auditorium, Co-op City.

Music by DJ Jimmy Pressley. Ticket: $25 in advance (no tickets sold at door) available by calling (718) 3798514; (718) 671-5493, (718) 6710231. The Women’s Guild invites you to join us on our Christmas/New Year Extravaganza, December 22, 2015 – January 3, 2016. A fantastic 12-night Southern Caribbean Cruise aboard the Magnificent Queen Mary 2, departing from New York, Red Hook in Brooklyn. Ports of call: St. Thomas, Charlotte Amalie; St. Kitts, Basseterre; St. Lucia, Castries; St. Maarten, Phillipsburg; Tortola, Road

Town. PROMOTIONAL SALE – For those who book between the 19th of July and the l9th of August, $300 on board credit per cabin. To make a reservation or for additional information about the cruise, please call (718) 320-1435; (718) 671-5961 or (718) 320-8576. The doors of Community Protestant Church are open to all to worship and fellowship with Christian believers of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. You are cordially invited to come in, join in and receive your blessing. —Evan Mitchell

New church location beginning June 29: 120 DeKruif Place (street level). Praise and Worship begins at 9:30 a.m. Church telephone: (718) 644-0951; email: fatwcc@aol.com. Weekly Worship Experiences 6:00 p.m., Wednesday Prayer Service (Summer Recess) 6:30 p.m., Wednesday Bible Study (Summer Recess) Sunday Morning Worship, 9:30 a.m. Children’s Church, 9:00 a.m., 2nd through 4th Sundays. Church Motto: “We are Christ-centered, family-focused with power and authority.” Church Mission: To empower, educate and motivate men, women, boys and girls to reach their full potential and live abundant lives through preaching and teaching the Gospel of Jesus

Christ. Come worship with us, where we honor tradition, but are not bound by it! All are welcome to join us any and every Sunday because our goal is to share the Gospel of Jesus Christ, in LOVE, through teaching and preaching the Word of God from the Bible. The Leaders and Scholars Afterschool Hub will provide afterschool care and educational services to K-8 students in the Co-op City community. It is a partially technologybased program, as well as hands-on homework help. Snacks will be provided and competent background checked staffing provided to reinforce the safe environment. Registration for this low-cost program will take place on September 2nd and 3rd from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. and space is limited. We

already have a list for preregistration of which you are welcome to sign up by calling or emailing Pastor Jenkins. Our new Technology Lab is currently being wired for service to the community. Beginning September 8, we will invite the community in to use the computer lab FREE for two weeks by RSVP. For SENIOR CITIZENS, use will be FREE as an ongoing service (by schedule). We will offer low-cost Employment Support Services (resume/cover letter writing, Soft-Skills Work shops, TARGETTED Job Search, Copy and Faxing Services, etc.) to the community on a weekly basis. Pastor Jenkins was a Workforce Development Manager and has been using her skills and contacts to help people gain employment for 12 years. Macy’s Charity Shopping Day, August 30: Faith @ Work is honored to

be selected to participate in the new Bay Plaza Macy’s Charity Shopping Day! You can purchase a $5 shopping pass from any member of the church to support the good work we do within the community. Call (718) 644-0951 for additional information. Male Leadership Awards Luncheon, September 20, from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Honoring Archbishop Angelo Rosario, Councilman Andy King, Ronald Hartridge, Parent Coordinator at P.S. 153; Principal Jamaal Bowman, Rev. Vernon Williams, Anti-Violence Activist and our own Associate Pastor Frank Jenkins. Tickets are $30 each and can be purchased through the church office or any member of the FATWCC community. Remember, it’s never about us, but always about the goodness of the Lord. —Pastor Deborah Jenkins

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