Co-op City Times 09/17/11

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Vol. 46 No. 38

Saturday, September 17, 2011

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Joint agency quality of life crackdown continues with 11 summonses; one arrest

BY BILL STUTTIG The 45th Precinct and the Co-op City Public Safety Department (CCPD) continued working together this weekend patrolling the community searching for individuals violating the city’s quality of life laws.

Chief Frank Apollo, Commanding Officer of Public Safety, reported that Saturday night, September 10th, two Public Safety officers patrolled along with a conditions unit from the 45th Precinct and issued universal summonses and Coop City community complaint summonses to 11 people for a variety of quality of life violations. In addition, one person was arrested by the 45th Precinct Saturday night for smoking marijuana in public at the corner of Einstein Loop and Elgar Place in Section 5.

The strategy of having the 45th Precinct patrol along with Public Safety on select weekend evenings began on August 20th and continued on the week-

end of September 3rd and last weekend.

The 11 summonses issued last Saturday brought the total of summonses and arrests made as part of this operation to 36.

Public Safety reported this weekend that the majority of offenses were for drinking alcohol in public. One summons for disorderly conduct was issued.

Captain Russell Green, Commanding Officer of the 45th Precinct, called the joint operation an ongoing effort that has increased in the wake of a shooting in Section 5 on August 16th. He said that four officers from his precinct work with the Public Safety team at identifying spots where quality of life problems commonly occur and enforcing the law as it relates to these types of violations.

Captain Green said that he believes it is important to also show the community that these two law enforcement agencies work well together at combating the problems (Continued on page 2)

Change-over to heat to begin on Friday, September 30 In preparation for the upcoming winter months, the Power Plant has delayed the seasonal shut-down which was scheduled to begin on Monday, September 26. The air conditioning shut down will now take place on Friday, September 30, after the celebration of Rosh Hashanah. It is expected that the heating system will be in operation on Friday, October 14.

During the two-weeks of the shut-down, the chillers that are operated in the summer months will be shut down and maintenance and repair of the heating system will be conducted.

P.S. 178 welcomes a new principal

BY BILL STUTTIG For the first time in nearly two decades, the students, faculty and parents of P.S. 178 have started a new school year with a new principal.

Deborah Levine, a product of the New York City school system from kindergarten through college, was assigned as P.S. 178’s acting interim principal earlier this summer, replacing longtime principal Evelyn Fulton, who retired in June after 19 years as the head of the accomplished Education Park elementary school.

Levine couldn’t be more pleased with the assignment. “This is a wonderful school,” she said after finishing her first week on the job. “I received a great reception from the first day I arrived. The PTA was wonderful. We had a meet and greet with a great turnout of parents. Everyone was very receptive and now I am getting to know the students. We had a great opening week. I’ve been around to the classrooms

Commissioner Towns visits Co-op City…Darryl C. Towns, Commissioner of the New York State Division of Homes and Community Renewal (second from left), made an impromptu visit to Co-op City yesterday afternoon, where he met his friend and long-time colleague, former State Assemblyman Stephen Kaufman (left). Towns, Kaufman and key HCR staff met with management officials, Riverbay Board President Helen Atkins (second right) and former President and current Riverbay Board Director Othelia Jones in the office of General Manager Vernon Cooper to learn more about Co-op City and to insure a positive working relationship in the future. Towns and Kaufman previously served together in the New York State Assembly.

Photo by Bill Stuttig

SCRIE & DRIE may defray increased carrying charges for some Co-op City residents

BY ROZAAN BOONE With impending carrying charges increases on the horizon, eligible Co-op City shareholders who are registered in the city’s Senior Citizen Rent Increase Exemption (SCRIE) and the Disability Rent Increase Exemption (DRIE) programs may be able to avoid paying the monthly increases.

At the rent conference with representatives of the New York State Division of Homes and Community Renewal (HCR) at the Dreiser Auditorium last Thursday, September 8, accountants for HCR hinted that a 3% increase each year may be necessary over the next two years, as opposed to the 1% approved by a majority of the

Riverbay Board at its June 22nd meeting when Board members approved budgets for the next two fiscal years, 2010/2011 and 2012/2013, both of which include the proposed 1% increase in carrying charges.

The first 1% increase in carrying charges is slated to be implemented on October 1, 2011 and the other on October 1, 2012.

At the HCR conference last week, Denise Snyder, Housing and Community Renewal Manager I of the New York State HCR, explained to the more than 200 shareholders who attended the conference that before the HCR Commissioner makes a (Continued on page 5)

Plastering & Painting hours extended Deborah Levine

visiting to see how instruction is going and just checking on things and everything is going very well.

“I have been meeting with the parents and we already have a lot of events planned, a lot of exciting things that we are working on to make it a very positive experience for the children, ” she added.

Levine earned both undergraduate and (Continued on page 3)

We are glad to be able to report to the community that effective Monday, September 26th, Atlas Restoration Corporation will expand the hours during which they provide plastering and painting service to the residents of Co-op City. Their new hours for these services will now be from 8 a.m. until 8 p.m. on Mondays through Fridays. In addition, plastering and painting will also be done on Saturdays from 8 a.m. until 4 p.m.

Currently, plastering and painting

service requests are only addressed during one shift—8 a.m. until 4 p.m., Mondays through Fridays, and only painting is done on Saturdays. The increased hours will help us to accelerate the time frame in which it takes to plaster and paint occupied apartments and will also help to decrease the amount of time that cooperators have to take off from work in order to have their (Continued on page 2)

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common to this community and most other communities. He added that the operation will be continuing on a regular basis in the weeks and months ahead.

On August 16th, two people were shot following an altercation between two groups of youth congregating near the Einstein

Shopping Center shortly before 9 p.m. After shots rang out, Public Safety officers pursued and trapped the suspected shooter behind Bay Plaza and the NYPD’s canine unit was called in and forced the suspect to surrender. The following day, another suspect in the shooting was arrested by the 45th

Precinct and the investigation into events that resulted in the potentially deadly incident continues.

Chief Apollo said: “The cooperation between the NYPD’s 45th Precinct and the Co-op City Department of Public Safety has enabled both law enforcement agencies to

help rid the community of anti-social behavior. Arrests and summonses of this nature send a strong message that there will be zero tolerance for those engaging in behavior that hinders the right and ability of other cooperators and their visitors from having a peaceful community with a good quality of life.”

E line balcony reopenings in Building 6 to be completed Monday

BY ROZAAN BOONE

By Monday, Riverbay’s window contractor, Proto, will complete the reopening of the E line balconies from the 5th floor to the 33rd floor in Building 6.

The total number of E line balconies in Building 6 amount to 29 .

Several weeks ago, the New York City Department of Buildings (DOB) gave approval for several balcony lines in Buildings 1 A&B, 2 A&B, 3 A&B, 5B, 6, 7 and 8 to be reopened and since then, Riverbay’s Maintenance personnel and the window contractor, Proto, have been systematically reopening balconies along the approved lines.

Some of these balconies were sealed from inside the apartment requiring the shareholders to contact their local Cooperator Services Office (CSO) for an appointment to have their balconies reopened. At the same time, Maintenance staff installed safety extender brackets on balconies which have been identified for them.

Balconies that were sealed from the outside—as was the case in Buildings 7 and 8 which had already received the new windows and terrace doors—were reopened by Proto and shareholders were not required to

contact their CSO for an appointment since there was no need to enter the apartment.

Last week, these shareholders were informed that they must contact their CSO to determine whether their balconies were identified for the installation of safety brackets and if so, to make an appointment for the installation, to ensure their safety.

Likewise, shareholders along the E line of Building 6 where balconies were also sealed from the outside, must call the Dreiser CSO to find out if their balconies were identified for the safety extenders and if they were, to make an appointment for their installation.

“It is imperative that all shareholders whose balconies have been reopened up to this point, especially those who have young children residing in or visiting their apartments, contact their CSO to arrange to have the extender brackets installed, if they are deemed necessary,” Riverbay’s General Manager Vernon Cooper said last week.

“The housing company understands that it may be a bit of an inconvenience, but I’m sure everyone will agree that the safety of our residents, and especially our children, is of the utmost importance.”

Appointments will be issued on Mondays through Fridays, between the hours of 8 a.m.

CO-OP CITY FOOT CARE CENTER SECTION 5 • BUILDING 29C 4240 HUTCHINSON RIVER PARKWAY EAST

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

Most Union and Insurance Plans Accepted.

HIP CMO (Montefiore) Health Plan Accepted.

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

Se Habla Español MEDICARE ACCEPTED • HOUSE CALLS BY APPOINTMENT

Diabetic Patients with Medicare may be eligible for shoes.

and 4 p.m.

In May, 2010, the DOB issued vacate orders to prevent shareholders from using their balconies in 7 Co-op City buildings (Building 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7 & 8) after a fatal incident in midtown Manhattan resulted in a man falling to his death after his balcony railing reportedly gave way. The order affected 1,000 balconies in those seven buildings in Co-op City.

Plaster & Paint apartments plastered and painted.

Atlas will have supervisors on site during this entire time. Currently, cooperators know to contact the Restorations Department if there are any concerns or issues regarding the work being done in their apartment during normal business hours. However, starting Monday, September 26th, cooperators who are given appointments after 4 p.m. will also be able to contact the Emergency Maintenance Desk if they have concerns and the dispatchers will notify the Atlas

Prior to this change in policy by the DOB, residents were allowed to use their balconies as the community completed Local Law 11 work on the terraces and balconies and up to that point, had done so in 28 of the 35 highrise residential buildings in the development.

Balconies can only be reopened after all of them along a particular apartment line are completed and pass inspection by DOB inspectors.

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supervisors on duty, who will either visit or call the cooperators of those respective apartments.

During the week of September 19th, the Restorations staff will be contacting cooperators to start revising their plastering and painting appointments accordingly. If there are any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Restorations regarding your painting and plastering appointments.

Thank you for your cooperation.

—Riverbay Management

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2nd Combing ty Blood p Cinext Co-oDrive Assemblyman seeks volunteers for breast cancer walk Assemblyman Michael R. Benedetto is asking for volunteers to join him in the American Cancer Society’s annual Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk which will take place on Sunday, October 16 at Orchard Beach beginning at 9:00 a.m.

Anyone interested in signing up for “Team Benedetto” can do so by either calling his district office at (718) 892-2235 or registering in person at his office located at 3602 East Tremont Avenue, Suite 201.

All “Team Benedetto” members will be asked to make a minimum donation of $20, for which they will receive a personalized “Team Benedetto” polo shirt.

Hispanic Heritage Month celebration in Dreiser The Riverbay Fund will be presenting a celebration of Hispanic music, dance and culture in recognition of Hispanic Heritage Month on Thursday, September 29, 7-9 p.m. in the Dreiser Auditorium B. The community is invited to come out and enjoy the festivities.

Trees coming to Co-op City Oct. 1st On Saturday, October 1, Mayor Michael Bloomberg’s MillionTrees NYC and the New York Restoration Project, in partnership with American Express, will plant hundreds of trees on the north sector Greenway, and they’re looking for 250 volunteers from Co-op City to help.

Free lunch and T-shirts, courtesy of American Express, will be given to the volunteers who come out to assist in planting the 300 baby trees provided by MillionTreesNYC around the new greenway, beginning at 9 a.m.

If you would like to volunteer, please register online at http://tinyurl.com/bronxplant or call (212) 333-2552.

You may also visit www.million treesnyc.org to learn about MillionTreesNYC volunteering opportunities and tree care.

FRONT PA G E

SIAP: It Was Smooth Sailin’ Indeed

BY RUTH EDWARDS

There are probably at least When the Scholarship a dozen other activities and Incentive Awards Program events that took place over (SIAP) of Building 18 realized these four years which don’t there was not enough time to immediately come to mind, raise the balance of the monies but SIAP wants to thank the needed to get to Europe, they Building 18 Association, Fran immediately switched to Plan Varner, Lawson Crumpler and B—a cruise to the Bahamas.

Gertie Brown for sitting on Four of the original SIAP the SIAP Board; members; the founder/director Congressman Crowley, of SIAP, Ruth Edwards; and Assemblyman Benedetto, chaperone Ione Foote, made Senator Hassell-Thompson, the 8-day trip that departed on Hollywood Actress Anna August 13th and returned on Maria Horsford, Bartow The students of the Scholarship Incentive Awards Program of Liquors, Compare Foods, August 20th.

Building 18 cruised to the Bahamas in August. The cruisers The group planned on hav- included Anthony Purnell, Samantha Medina, chaperone Ione Dollar Tree, Panera, Stop & ing lots of fun and got ready M. Foote, group leader Ruth E. Edwards, Matthew Salmon, and Shop and Al Lynch for their for it at home by making iron- Newton Salmon Jr. generous donations and every KIDS WHO COOK and became so good at on tee shirts with some of the dumbest family member, friend and neighbor who it that they staged an international food fair questions asked on cruise ships, such as: lent their continuous support by taking raffle and put together a cookbook; there were les(1) Should I put my luggage out before I tickets and donating items for use as prizes, sons in salsa dancing; Miss Manners taught go to bed or after I go to sleep? (2) What buying meals when we cooked, attending dining etiquette; there was a skin care sestime is the midnight buffet? (3) Is the and bidding at auctions and donating wonsion; trips to the apple orchards and the water in the toilet fresh or salty? (4) Will derful things to be placed on the auction pumpkin patch that was followed by a this elevator take me to the front of the block, purchasing our cookbook, bringing pumpkin carving contest; an auction that ship? (5) Is the island surrounded by us bottles to turn into cash and shaking water? (6) Will I get wet when I go snorwas so well done that it was compared to hands that contained $20 bills to help get us Sotherby’s and raised nearly $3,000 for the keling? and (7) Does the crew sleep on to where we wanted to go. Without all of program; the dining series where internathe ship? Clearly, they were preparing you, the program wouldn’t have been possitional dishes were always what were on the for fun. ble. You carried us through and brought menu; the annual trips to City Center at To identify themselves upon departing, SIAP to a fantastic and memorable close.

Christmas time to see the Alvin Ailey the travelers wore tees that read “SMOOTH We’re pleased to say that two of the five American Dance Theatre; and the many rafSAILIN’,” and that’s exactly what it was, remaining SIAP members started college fles; pie sales; and flea markets. not just while on the cruise, but during the last year (Samantha Medina and Quinten entire run of SIAP’s nearly Campbell), two others (Anthony four-year existence.

Purnell and Newton Salmon, Jr.) Over the four years started college a couple of weeks together, much was learned, ago, and the fifth (Matthew shared and enjoyed by these Salmon) is excelling in high young people and their direcschool. It is hoped that the lestor, including the memorable sons learned in the Scholarship trip to the White House; the Incentive Awards Program will instructions in book art given be carried with each of them in by one of the country’s finest their future endeavors. book artists that resulted in SIAP Founder/Director, Ruth the limited edition 30 foot E. Edwards says she learned book for President Obama — much from the young people in they were then occasionally the program and thoroughly called “KIDS WITH A enjoyed working with them. She BOOK;” the sessions in food extends her sincerest thanks to all for their ship’s formal night are: (top l. to r.) Matthew handling and preparation Dressed Salmon; Newton Salmon Jr.; and Anthony Purnell, and (bottom, of the parents for sharing their where they were tagged l. to r.) Ione M. Foote; Ruth E. Edwards; and Samantha Medina. sons and daughters with her.

Levine graduate degrees at Queens College of the City University of New York and then worked for many years as an elementary school teacher while she worked towards a second graduate degree in school administration at the College of New Rochelle.

After completing that course of study, she was promoted to assistant principal and served the school system in that capacity for nine years before accepting the job at P.S. 178, her first assignment as a principal.

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“I was inspired to become a school leader so I can share my experiences in professional development with colleagues,” said Levine.

“My goal these first few months is to get to know the school and the community and to see how I can raise the high expectations that this school already has, improve literacy, and give the students the tools to really become motivated to read and have that thirst for knowledge as

they grow and advance in their school careers.”

P.S. 178 is the first school that Levine has worked at within the Bronx. “I’m looking forward to working with everyone, said the new principal. “I have a very good feeling about the school and I am delighted to be here. I am learning all about the Bronx and I am excited about it.

It will be my pleasure to become part of the Co-op City community.”

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Black Forum Defensive Driving returns soon Our next defensive driving course will be held on Saturday, October 15, Rm. 1, Dreiser Community Center, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Call today to register, 718-320-8035.

Please mail check in the amount of $35 to P.O. Box 563, Bronx, N.Y. 10475. All money must be received at least one week prior to the class. No personal checks will be accepted on the day of the class, only cash. Lower your insurance cost by 15% and remove up to 4 points from your driver’s license.

Help, Help, Help—Will the Food Pantry be there next year?

We are in desperate need of funding to continue the food pantry in Room 20,

Dreiser Center. No one at the pantry gets paid—we are all volunteers. However, in order to operate, we have to pay rent for the use of the room, telephone charges and we also have to have insurance which has skyrocketed. The only way to overcome this is by your generous donation of $1-$5 which will enable us to operate for the rest of this year and, hopefully, next year.

Black Forum Aerobics in session Aerobics classes have begun. Classes are held every Monday and Wednesday, Dreiser, Aud. A, 7:30 p.m. To register, please call us at (718) 320-8035. There is a nominal fee for each of these classes.

Black Forum’s Lyons Mane Track Club Try-outs are ongoing. A small fee is

required for participation. For further information, please call (718) 320-8035.

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

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

card in order to pick up food in the future.

Volunteers urgently needed The Black Forum is urgently seeking four volunteers to help hand out food, Tuesdays-Fridays, 11 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. For information, please call (718) 320- 8035.

We Need You - Join Us Today Now is the time for us to get involved.

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

—Tony I llis

Building 19 Association Welcome back from what, hopefully, was a wonderful summer for all of you.

Committee members met last Tuesday, September 6th and agreed on the activities to support our Association’s motto of “Cooperators Doing Something.” The following itinerary is the consensus activities planned for the second half of our calendar year:

Saturday, 9/17, 12 p.m. - 2 p.m., School Supply Give-away.

Sunday, 10/09, 8 a.m. -12 p.m., Stride for Cancer Walk at Orchard Beach.

Saturday, 10/30, 2 p.m. – 6 p.m., Halloween Candy Give-away.

Saturday, 11/05, 12 p.m. – 6 p.m., International Food Festival Fundraiser.

As the date of each event nears, flyers with further details will be posted throughout our building. We are always looking for volunteers to assist with our intended events. If interested, please call 347-427-4746 or send us a note at bldg19assoc@gmail.com.

The guest speaker and topic for our next general meeting to be held on

Thursday, September 22, will be announced at a later date. In the meantime, kindly reserve the date. For those of you celebrating a birthday or a happy occasion this month, many blessings go out to you. Please also keep in your prayers, our building members and their families who are ill.

—C h a r lot t e C od r in gt on

Coalition to Save Affordable Housing W E DI DN’T TAK E A VAC AT I O N “Seasons” of organizational activity are generally thought of as going from September to June. Between June and September there is usually a fall off – sometimes a total suspension — of the activity of many community groups.

The Coalition to Save Affordable Housing never stopped being active during

the summer months of 2011, because community events related so strongly to the reasons we exist as an organization that we couldn’t “take a vacation.”

I SSUE S T H AT C O UL DN’T BE I G NOR E D: There was – and is – the festering sore of MTA reductions of bus and Access-a-Ride service in Co-op City.

W E H AVE A P UR P O SE - AND I T

R E L AT E S T O YO U: These matters relate to the purpose of our organization stated in our By-laws: “to keep Co-op City affordable, livable and within the MitchellLama program.”

We took positions and did the best we could to present them to the community.

But now, we’re getting back into full stride with a September meeting to “Open

the Season.” Come to our meeting on Monday, September 12, at 7:30 p.m. in Room 28 at the Bartow Center. Join our conversations and our activities.

YO U AR E I NVI T E D! In October, we’ll be electing our officers for the coming year. Meanwhile, start getting acquainted with us at the September meeting. All are welcome. —Seba stia n Ula nga

Co-op City Tennis Club

Finalist Daniel Dematteo (left) and winner Richard Guints

The 2nd annual Milton Alexander Memorial Tournament was held on September 3rd & 4th on the Truman HS Tennis Courts.

Thirty junior players between the ages of 10 and 16, girls and boys, participated in the tournament.

We thank Tournament Director Josh Bill, former No. 1 junior player in Metro,

for conducting this event in honor of founder of the Co-op City Tennis Club Milton Alexander. Mr. Bill said Uncle Milton was his first tennis teacher and he instilled in him a passion for the game.

Today, Mr. Bill is a top tennis teacher in Westchester. Mr. Bill said had it not been for Uncle Milton, who knows what might have become of him.

We are very proud!

Proud parents of retired Detective Donald Graves, Jr., one of the 9-11-01 first responders. Your father and I were very proud of you that day, and also prayed that you stayed safe while there at the site. Your family of Co-op City continues to keep you in prayer.

—Alm a G r a ves a n d Don a ld G r a ves, Sr.

From left are Caterina Florrissi, finalist, and Brittany Biggs, winner.

“I played in my first junior tournament here in Co-op City; Uncle Milton ran it and as I grew up, I promised I would never forget him and how he guided my life,” Bill said.

Girls Singles 12U—Winner: Skyie Stamper; Finalist: Tiana Fernandez.

Girls Singles 14U—Winner: Vanessa Hanuman; Finalist: Zorriana Johnson.

Girls Singles 16U—Winner: Brittany Biggs; Finalist: Caterina Florrissi.

Boys Singles 12U—Winner: Richard Guints; Finalist: Daniel Dematteo.

Boys Singles 14U—Winner: Richard Wu; Finalist: Asante Myles.

Boys Singles 16U—Winner: Konstantin Teverosky; Finalist: Matteo Santamaria.

—L or r a in e Alexa nd er

A M essa ge fr om t h e C .S.O . Dep t : Hammering after 6 p.m., vaccuming after 9 p.m., music or TVs played very loudly at any hours, doors slamming constantly at all hours....these are just a few examples of what can disturb the peace of fellow cooperators. Please, let’s work together to make Co-op City a peaceful community.

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final determination on how much of an increase to order for Coop City shareholders, the agency will consider all comments, both those made at the meeting that night, and those mailed in before the September 6th deadline.

“SCRIE and DRIE are two very valuable programs that residents on fixed incomes, such as seniors and those with disabilities, ought to look into in the event that they may be able to get some relief from paying the increases in their carrying charges that are forthcoming,” said Helen Atkins, President of the Riverbay Board of Directors. “I hope that all residents 62 years of age and over who meet the requirements will pick up a SCRIE application from the reception desk in the Bartow Community Center and take advantage of this program, and the same goes for residents who have documented disabilities and meet the criteria for DRIE.” The SCRIE program, which is administered by the NewYork City Department of Finance, provides senior citizens an exemption from paying future increases in their carrying charges, thereby helping them to remain in affordable housing.

To be eligible for the SCRIE program, applicants must satisfy all of the following requirements: they must be 62 years and over; have an annual household income not in excess of $29,000; have a valid one or two-year lease for an apartment that is regulated by the Division of Homes and Community Renewal (HCR), for example, a rent controlled, rent stabilized or hotel stabilized apartment; and must pay more than one-third of their household’s aggregate disposable income for rent.

Household aggregate disposable income is defined as the total countable wages and other sources of income, minus allowable deductions for all members of the household.

Landlords and management agents receive tax abatement credits in lieu of cash for any rent increase, and, under Local Law 75 which was signed by Mayor Michael Bloomberg in 2005, the income eligibility threshold of the SCRIE program has been increasing annually by $1,000 until it reached $29,000 in the year 2009.

According to Riverbay’s Director of Finance, Peter Merola, there are 853 seniors on SCRIE in Co-op City and an additional 97 receiving DRIE benefits.

“During these difficult times, it is nice to see that the City has continued these much needed subsidy programs to help those qualifying cooperators with their monthly living expenses,” said Merola. “It should be pointed out, however, that both SCRIE and DRIE helps cooperators who are 62 years of age and older to pay for the ‘increase’ in carrying charges, not their entire carrying charge.”

Merola explained that the SCRIE and DRIE programs work by the City notifying Riverbay how much assistance each qualifying cooperator is to receive, and, in turn, the City “pays” Riverbay by applying an abatement for this same amount to Riverbay’s Real Estate Taxes.

On the other hand, the DRIE law, which was enacted on October 10, 2005, has five criteria and, like SCRIE, applicants must satisfy all of them to be eligible: The applicant must rent an eligible apartment.

An eligible apartment is defined by the DRIE law as those regulated by the state Division of Housing and Community Renewal, for instance, rent-controlled or rent stabilized apartments; those in the Mitchell-Lama program; those owned by a limited dividend housing company, redevelopment company, or housing development fund company incorporated under the private housing finance law; or those in a building where the mortgage was federally insured under Section 213 of the National Housing Act, and the applicant was a tenant of record at the time of the mortgage termination.

• The applicant must be the head of household (18 years of age or older) and named on the lease or rent order, be the tenant of record, or be the spouse or registered domestic partner with a disability; or either of the above. The tenant of record may be a spouse, domestic partner, or child who has attained the right of succession to the apartment upon the death of the leaseholder.

• Applicants of DRIE must receive eligible state or federal disability-related financial assistance.

Only those currently receiving Federal Supplemental Security Income (SSI); Federal Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI); US Department of Veterans Affairs disability pension or compensation (Must be Military service-related disability pension or compensation); or Disability-related Medicaid (if the applicant has received either SSI or SSDI in the past) to qualify to receive DRIE. • The applicant must have an annual household income of $19,284 (single-person household) or $27,780 (for households consisting of two or more members). Income eligibility is established by using the applicant’s income from the previous calendar year.

• DRIE applicants must pay more than one-third of their household’s aggregate disposable income for rent, which is the total countable wages and other sources of income, minus allowable deductions for all members of the household.

“All residents with disabilities should look into this benefit, although it is our understanding that if you do not receive SSI, SSDI, a US Veterans Administration disability pension or compensation or Medicaid for a disability, you are not eligible for this exemption, even though you may have a disability,” said Vernon Cooper, Riverbay’s General Manager. “But for those who qualify, this could be an excellent opportunity to save on some money.”

“For those qualifying individuals, this will be a great benefit in that the applicant will not have to pay future carrying charge increases,” said Merola. “All cooperators who think they may qualify should file their applications with New York City as soon as possible to avoid future carrying charge increases.”

Essentially, once the DRIE application is filed and approved, Riverbay will be notified about which residents were approved and at the time of the next carrying charge increase, the resident’s carrying charge should remain at its current level. In turn, the DOF will send Riverbay Corporation a credit towards its property taxes which will compensate the housing development for the rent increase it would have received from the DRIE participant.

“The cooperator must fill out an application which will be evaluated by the New York City Department of Finance,” said Lou Salegna, Riverbay’s Controller. “The agency will then make a determination as to eligibility and the amount of carrying charges they will absorb.”

For assistance in completing the application, please call 3-11- or contact the Mayor’s Office for People with Disabilities, (212) 788-2830.

Merola stressed that since SCRIE and DRIE are New York City programs, shareholders must file their applications directly with the city’s Department of Finance as instructed on the application form, not with Riverbay Corporation.

Applications for the SCRIE and DRIE programs can be completed online at the New York City Department of Finance website through ACCESSNYC or by calling 3-1-1.

For the convenience of Riverbay shareholders, the applications for both SCRIE and DRIE are also available at the reception desk at the Riverbay administrative office, 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, N.Y. It should be noted that, by law, households can only receive either SCRIE or DRIE, not both of these rent increase exemptions.

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Co-op City Times

Letters to the Editor

Enough already!

I don't see why this matter keeps coming up since the possible loan with HUD will all but eliminate the need for privatization. Didn't we, months ago, as cooperators, read Mr. Coker’s letter with information from the Finance Department of New York showing the figures that a privatized co-op brings. Mr. Coker’s letter showed data on taxes we would be responsible for and other expenses it would bring (ask the Co-op City Times for the June 18th edition and read the letter

on page 6). Why would anyone believe if we did go private, we would see profits from selling apartments? What makes anyone believe that in the downed housing economy, they would get something for their apartment when people are losing money? This problem is created by simple greed by a few individuals dying to get a finder's fee or whatever in making this place private. These individuals are not interested in the future of Co-op City because they would be the first to try to

leave.

I also talked recently with a Board Director concerning molded bathrooms whereby we could save money using mold resistant paint and at the same time, save on the labor costs to maintain these bathrooms. I did that and have not had a problem since. I also mentioned that we, as cooperators, should have FIOS coming some time next year. I will keep you updated.

—Da vid Sa n q u ich e

Farmer’s Market has limited selection

Co-op City’s official newspaper serving the world’s largest cooperative community.

(718) 320-3300, ext. 3375 cctimes@riverbaycorp.com

Derek Alger Director of Communications

Rozaan Boone Editor-in-Chief

Bill Stuttig Associate Editor

Jim Roberts Business Manager

Jennifer Flynn Operations Manager

Ralph Henriquez Production Manager

Deborah Harris To the E ditor : From one cooperator to another, I would like to relate my experience going to, and shopping at the Farmer's Market, held in the park across from the fire station, on Asch Loop, on Saturday, September 10. My friend and I met at the bus stop at Hutchinson

River East and Einstein Loop (going east) in Section Five. We waited a half-hour for a bus to Asch Loop. Arriving at the Farmer's Market, we found a limited selection of quality foods, causing us to question whether the trip was worthwhile. I purchased some eggplant and green tomatoes

($4), however found the sweet potatoes more skin than meat; very small and deformed.

My suggestion is that until the selection and the transportation time improve, cooperators shop elsewhere.

—I d a E dwa r d s

Parking Facilities Rules and Regulations The Riverbay Parking Facilities Department would like to remind shareholders and their families who park in the garages to observe and comply with the following G a r a ge Agr eem en t r u les a n d r egu la t ion s: • Drivers shall drive with headlights on while driving within the Garages • Drivers must observe the posted speed limit of 5 mph while inside the garages (do not accelerate your speed in any area of the garage) • Follow directional signs and arrows (in order to avoid collisions, do not drive in the opposite direction of posted arrows and signs) • Drivers must park their vehicles fully within the painted lines (be considerate and leave enough room for your neighbor to enter and leave their vehicle) • Drivers shall be in compliance with the Vehicle and Traffic Law of the State of New York (this means that you must have a current inspection sticker, registration sticker and license plates on your vehicle inside the garage) • Drivers must not park in the designated Fire Zone areas of

the garage (the affected Fire Zone spaces are located on the up and down ramps from the 2nd floor to roof ramps) indicated by signs on the adjacent wall.

We would also like to remind you of the following additional rules and regulations which are included in your Garage Agreement that you perhaps did not know: • Shareholders may not loan or reassign their Garage Access Card to another person or transfer their Garage Sticker to another vehicle • Shareholders may not park their vehicle in another garage other than that which they were assigned to after 6 p.m. without authorization • Shareholders must maintain the cleanliness of their vehicle while parked in the garage • Vehicle repairs/washing are not permitted in the garages • If the shareholder violates any terms, covenants or conditions of the Garage Agreement, including payment of carrying charges, Riverbay Corporation reserves the right to terminate the agreement.

—R iver b a y P a r k in g F a cilit ies Dep a r t m en t

Shareholders should notify Sales Office when receiving furniture delivery Shareholders who are expecting new furniture delivery should notify the Riverbay Residential Sales Office so that arrangements can be made to protect Riverbay’s property, particularly the elevators, from damage.

Once the Sales Office is contacted, and the cooperator confirms the date and/or time of their delivery, a permit will be

issued in case they are questioned about the delivery.

The Sales Office can be contacted by calling (718) 320-3300, option 4.

Even if the shareholder cannot get to the Sales Office right away to pick up their delivery permit, they should still contact Sales so that the information can be entered into the computer and the Riverbay

Buildings & Grounds Department can be notified to pad the elevators and take any other necessary precautionary measures to protect Riverbay’s property from scratches and other damages.

Shareholders should also be aware that furniture deliveries are only allowed on weekdays and Saturdays, but not on Sundays.

Editorial Assistant The Co-op City Times welcomes issue-oriented letters to the editor to be considered for publication. All letters, in prose, not poetry, must be addressed to the editor, not to third parties. All letters must be handsigned by the writers and include their addresses and phone numbers, which will be kept confidential, so that the editor can verify the authenticity of the authors.

Writers will be limited to one letter per topic. And to give everyone a chance, we will limit writers to one published letter every 30 days.

Anonymous or unsigned letters will not be accepted for publication.

Letters cannot exceed 350 words.

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

Advertisements and classified advertisements in the Co-op City Times do not necessarily reflect an endorsement from Riverbay Corporation of goods and services, but present greater options to cooperators of products and services available.

The Riverbay Corporation does not assume any responsibility nor is it a party to any contract or agreement between the cooperator and the vendor.

All matter published herein is copyrighted by the Co-op City Times.

Permission for reprints of advertising or editorial contents produced by the Co-op City Times must be obtained in writing from Riverbay Corporation, 2049 Bartow Ave., Bronx, New York 10475.

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Important Notice to Shareholders of Building 16 Article SIXTH of your Occupancy submit your completed form for a short- lease, notify Riverbay, in writing, Attention: Agreement provides, in part, that your lease term lease no later than thirty (30) days Sales Support Office, 2049 Bartow Avenue, automatically renews for an additional before the expiration of your present lease. Bronx, NY 10475, ninety (90) days prior to three (3) year period. You need to do noth- If you will be moving out at the end of your lease expiration. ing if you want your lease to extend for another three (3) New Three (3) Year Last Date to Request Current Lease either a One (1) or year period. If you desire a Expiration Date Expiration Date lease of less than three (3) Two (2) Year Lease years, you may call 718-3203373 to request a form to subBuilding 16 Dec. 31, 2011 Dec. 31, 2014 Dec. 1, 2011 mit for either a one (1) year or 100 - 120 Aldrich Street two (2) year lease. You must

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Public Safety Report CCPD prepares Juvenile Reports to insure Quality of Life on school days

BY LIEUTENANT PAM APOLLO Officers of the Co-op City Department of Public Safety are authorized to prepare Juvenile Reports when offenses of the law are committed by persons at least seven years of age, but less than sixteen years of age. The Juvenile Report is a New York City Police Department form which is utilized when certain types of offenses are committed by persons under the age of 16. Preparation of the Juvenile Report takes the place of an arrest for all Violations and some Misdemeanors.

When a Juvenile Report is issued, it is forwarded to the Youth Officer at the 45th Precinct. The Youth Officer at the 45th Precinct determines what type of follow up is required. Parents of the child are often contacted to monitor future activity. The Juvenile Report can start the process of intervention before serious delinquent activity begins.

When a child is taken into custody for the issuance of a Juvenile Report, the parents of the child are notified. It becomes necessary for the parent to respond to Public Safety Headquarters with identification to pick up the child. In the event that the child is truant from school, the school is also contacted. School Safety is notified and the child is returned to school. After school hours, if the parent cannot be reached, the child is transported to a Juvenile Detention facility.

A Co-op City Community Complaint is also issued when the child is a Co-op City resident and the offense was committed within the confines of Co-op City. The Coop City Community Complaint carries a monetary fine and can be added to the monthly carrying charges. The fine for the first offense is $125. Subsequent violations result in doubled fines. Fines can be automatically added to the monthly rent.

Public Safety Blotter: Sept. 9 - Sept. 10 Sep t em b er 10, C o-op C it y A joint task force between officers from CCPD and the NYPD resulted in the issuance of 9 summonses by the NYPD for Open/Container of alcohol. One summons was issued for disorderly conduct.

One male was arrested for smoking marijuana in public at the corner of Einstein Loop and Elgar Place. Each person summonsed by the NYPD was also issued a community complaint by the CCPD for antisocial conduct, resulting in over $1200 in fines being levied against the violators.

120 E lga r P la ce CCPD officers responded to this location for a fight and found that two females had engaged in a fight. As a

result, one female suffered injuries while the main aggressor was arrested and charged accordingly.

140 E lga r P la ce CCPD officers responded to a report of a dispute at this location and also discovered that as a result of the dispute, one of the parties involved used an unknown object to stab the victim. The victim suffered serious injury, but is stable. Currently, the matter is under investigation.

Sept em ber 09, 140 Da r r ow P la ce A complainant informed CCPD that he was approached by two males who then robbed him taking money and other personal items with them. The matter is currently under investigation.

Co-op City Jewish Community Council The Co-op City Jewish Community Council is pleased to sponsor a trip to Lehman College’s Lovinger Theater on Thursday, Sept. 22. The program, “Soul to Soul,” is a presentation featuring Yiddish and African American performers in a celebration of two cultures who have traditionally had much in common! Elmore

James, Tony Perry and Lisa Fishman star in this production. Tickets are free, but you must call the office, (718) 320-1234, to reserve a seat on the bus. We expect to leave Dreiser Loop from in front of the Rehabilitation Center at 1:15, and we should be back by 4:30 or 5 p.m.

—Lynn L evin e

Welcome, baby Amaya!

Baby Amaya J’Nae Thompson was born on Thursday, September 15, at approximately 2:09 p.m. to mother, Adrienne; father, Anthony Thompson; and grandmother, Deborah Harris, Co-op City Times Editorial Assistant.

Amaya was 6 lbs., 18 inches at birth. Mother and baby, as well as father and proud grandmother are doing well.

We extend best wishes to them all and welcome the new addition to the Co-op City Times family.

No Co-op City Times? Call 646.479.1041 or 646.261.1761; Saturday: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Multiple violations can lead to eviction.

This helps to maintain a high quality of life and low crime rate within the community.

Juvenile Reports are often issued for fighting during the school arrival and departure times. The officers of the Coop City Department of Public Safety are strategically placed adjacent to the schools for the purpose of protecting the life and property of the residents of Coop City. Students are directed to walk directly home or promptly board the bus to return home.

Parents of school age children should encourage children to respond home without delay and refrain from engaging in fighting while on the way to and from school. Parents should also make sure students are always in possession of the proper bus pass or MetroCard for boarding the bus. Any theft or loss of bus pass should be reported immediately in order that a

replacement can be issued. Children should be directed never to board the buses from the rear door. This act is dangerous and also illegal.

It is always important for cooperators to call the Department of Public Safety when they observe any suspicious activity, especially during school arrival and dismissal times. Youth observed fighting or attempting to enter the buildings for the purpose of loitering should be reported immediately.

The Co-op City Department of Public Safety would like everyone to remain safe and healthy for the 2011/2012 school year.

If you see anything suspicious, notify the proper authorities. Always remember, if you see something, say something. Call 91-1 and the Department of Public Safety at (718) 671-3050 or online at www.ccpd.us.

Callers may remain anonymous when giving information.

Lost & Found Found a woman’s watch by the mail boxes near the Baychester Library in the Bartow Mall. Call 718-320-2048.

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For the community's benefit?

W H E N DO E S A SUBThe eviction of the Gloria Wise Director’s Viewpoint S I DY W O RK F O R US? Community Center is being described as a matter of economics—simply getting The Gloria Wise Center was evicted from the Yellow the most Riverbay income from the Asst. Treasurer School House, which served space. It isn't that simple. All non-profit 100 children, because the recognized Co-op City groups and organclaim was made that Riverbay would be subsidizizations pay below market rate rent for ing the center. However, the Board approved rentthe Riverbay space they use. The CERT ing that space to All Care Provider Service, at a team, for instance, pays no rent for the rental fee below market rate, in essence also subsicommercial Riverbay space it occupies. dizing them.

Co-op City residents who rent space for QUAL IT Y O F L IF E M AT T E RS! personal events are also charged below I repeat and emphasize – in my opinion, rental market rate rent. income was not the only, and perhaps, not even Therefore, any time Riverbay charges below market rate rent, the renter is subsidized. This the most important reason for the eviction of GWCC. policy of assistance to such institutions and groups What was?

We are a cooperative community of families, quality which enhance our quality of life has been in place since the inception of Co-op City. Such assistance of life matters! Who would argue that child care, so vital makes as much sense as almost any other cost of oper- to working families, is not a prime quality of life issue in Co-op City? Where is the protest over this senseless evicating the community.

Andrea Leslie

tion of the Gloria Wise Center? Subsidizing in other directions is not at all unheard of in Riverbay. We have been subsidizing many for-profit vendors.

For example, we subsidize a laundry vendor to the tune of more than $500,000 annually. And there's more.

For example, Proto contractor, performing balcony and facade work, submitted a change order requesting a 30% increase due to inflation when inflation was only 15%, in my estimation. Yet the Board approved their request that I believe cost Riverbay an additional one million dollars and in effect subsidized Proto.

The continued practice of outsourcing which can be performed in-house cheaper, in my opinion, is subsidizing vendors.

I rub my eyes in disbelief when I read a Board member describe the eviction of the Gloria Wise Center as an act of courage!

We need now, more than ever, to keep our eyes on the prize. Contact me at the boardroom, 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475.

African-American Association Th ink Outside the Cell: A New Da y; A New Wa y – Association members discussed and will attend a National Symposium and Call to Action on issues affecting the incarcerated, the formerly incarcerated and their families, September 24th, 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Riverside Church, W. 120th Street & Riverside Drive, NYC. Participants include: Newark Mayor Cory Booker; Scott Stringer, Manhattan Borough President; Rev. Al Sharpton; Michelle Alexander, The New Jim Crow; Soledad O’Brien, CNN, and others.

Free admission. Free breakfast and lunch. To register, visit: www.thinkoutsidethecell.org.

C om m u n it y F or u m on St u d en t Sa fe t y – The Association thanks everyone who attended on September 1st. Special appreciation is extended to Mr. Roger Toppin for spearheading this important event; and also, Mr. Leo Johnson of the Section Five Teen Center, who partnered with us. Other co-sponsors included: The Church of New Vision, NCNW, Co-op City Tennis Club, and the Zodiacs Track Foundation. We trust that you found it informative.

C u b Scou t s P a ck – The Boy Scouts of America is an established organization and the Association contin-

Building 21 Association CATCH THE WAVE It is amazing how much people are now taking part in the future of their children and starting to show responsibility for where they live. I am just enjoying the beauty of people working together for the betterment of everyone.

That is what is happening in Building 21. Neighbors are now looking out for neighbors. Our youth are openly respecting seniors and other elders. This is what we have been working for and it is paying off every single day. I am so proud to see parents taking responsibility for their children. Our youth are changing folks. They are changing for the better. If you haven’t seen it lately, you need to come out of your box and experience it. You can start by attending our Building Association meeting this Tuesday evening at 7 p.m. in the back of the lobby of Building 21B. If you are a responsible parent, you need to be there. If you want to maintain an equitable environment, you need to be there. If you enjoy life, you need to be there. If you want to continue to make a difference, then by all means we welcome you with open arms.

Who will be the surprise guest who has a significant effect on our lives here in Building 21? Come find out.

Come be a part of our success because it’s all about you!!!!!!

You may contact us at our new number: 347-504-1821 or email us at: 21association@gmail.com.

May God bless and continue to keep you and yours safe.

—Kevin L a mbr igh t

ues in its efforts to organize a pack in Co-op City. We need a pack leader for boys of ages 6-11. Please contact us if you can be a leader or assistant. Females accepted. 718-379-5555 The following are programs sponsored by the AfricanAmerican Association and you are encouraged to participate: C om p u t er C la sses – Learn Microsoft Word, the Internet, E-mail, Facebook, Skype. Bring your laptop and $5. Members get one FREE class. Begins: September 26th, 7:00 p.m., Dreiser Center, Room 15. Call 718-3795555.

E du ca tion – The Communiversity of African-Centered Education meets every first and third Monday beginning October 3rd, 7:00 p.m., Dreiser Center, Room 15 to review and discuss films and books on classical African history that is essential for the survival of people of color. Leader: Brother Kaba Hiawatha Kamene. All are welcome.

Yoga & P ila t es M a t C la sses – Tuesdays, 7:00 p.m., Dreiser Center, Room 2. This class consists of exercises to promote weight loss, tone and strengthen muscles, gen-

tly stretch the spine, improve posture and flexibility while reducing stress with breathing techniques and meditation, to create a sense of well being. Call 718-671-8364.

Belly Da n ce C la sses – Mondays at 7:00 p.m., Dreiser Center, Room 2. The fee: $15 per class or 5 classes for $65; plus $15 membership. Call 646-281-4570.

Gener a l M em b er ship M eet in g – The Association thanks everyone who attended the meeting last Saturday.

We are thankful for a new member and for all who renewed their annual membership dues. The next general membership meeting is Saturday, October 8, 4:00 p.m. in the Dreiser Center, Room 15.

We always welcome new members. You can join or renew your membership at any time. If you cannot attend a meeting, you may send your check or money order (DO NOT MAIL CASH) of $15 for a single membership and $25 for families to: African-American Association of Coop City, P.O. Box 702, Co-op City Station, Bronx, NY 10475. Your membership helps to support this organization that sustains our community.

—F r a n cin e R eva J on es

Association of Building 14 Cooperators (AB14C) I hope that everyone’s summer was enjoyable; that students are adjusting to their academic routines; and that the coming months will be filled with prosperity for all.

Our first meeting of the season will be next Thursday, September 22. The guest speaker will be Sheena McNeil, Director of Sales and one of Riverbay’s newest administrators. Do come out and meet her. Most importantly, many cooperators are not really knowledgeable about their rights and responsibilities as Co-op City residents, and are caught “off guard” or make costly errors when

they want to move out, transfer, or experience other changes that impact their lease agreement. We should have standing room only next week!

Please e-mail questions, suggestions and comments to jdfergie31@gmail.com, or call 917.612.1951.

NOT E : The makeover of the Association Room has been slowed down because of leaking water. We will again summon for help once the leakage and damage are resolved.

—J osep h ine D. Fer gu son

Building 27 Association After the earthquakes and hurricanes, we felt secure enough to get together for a Board meeting. At the last Board meeting on September 12th, we decided on a few items for the agenda of the coming general meeting on September 29th. We are hoping to have a guest speaker for this meeting. The topics for consideration are the decision to donate again to Doctors Without Borders, update on the use of the tot playground, residents views on game night - Free cycle, and a possible day/night movie on our

new TV with DVD player should we try the scholarship offer again, and when to have our annual Holiday party?

There will also be time for open discussion of new business or concerns from residents. We also have acquired a new bookshelf for the meeting room. This will make available books for residents to take or leave for the residents of our building. Please join us on September 29th at 7:00 p.m. in the meeting room of "C" section.

—Don Doh er t y

IF YOU SEE SOMETHING, call the Public Safety dispatcher at (718) 671-3050. Be sure to give as many details as possible since this will help Public Safety officers respond expeditiously to the correct location and to identify and apprehend the responsible person(s).

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Accountability and Utilization Greetings, ladies and gentlemen. you receive the call survey Director’s Viewpoint As you are aware, the state Division of for your opinion on the Homes and Community Renewal (HCR) work performed or the level has recommended two 3% increases as of professionalism of the opposed to the two 1% increases the Riverbay employee who Board of Directors voted in favor of. performed the work in your unit, don’t hang I was not satisfied with the reasons the up, give your opinion.

State accountants gave for the increases It’s obvious that accountability is an area and this will be discussed at length by the that needs improvement on both ends. I intend Board. This is just another example of to work, along with our President and fellow many as to why we must perform a feasiBoard members, on making certain that our bility study to release our Corporation management team will take the necessary from the State’s control of our future at actions to ensure that the services we receive Co-op City. are done in a timely and professional manner, I sat in the front row of the Sept. 8th meeting and I as they should be.

Secu r it y must say I was disappointed. The meeting was to be an informational session concerning proposed increases. It In my opinion, we must have more visibility of our turned into a venting session with shareholders who stated a multitude of complaints about the services and long waiting periods.

As someone who has experienced these issues as well, I can sympathize with you.

Shareholders, as I said before, if there is something you feel is not up to standards, I say to you complain.

If you don’t get action, reach out to your Directors. We are here to provide assistance to you when required.

As the General Manager stated at the meeting, do not sign for any service if you are dissatisfied. When

Raymond Tirado

Broun Place Townhouse Association Well neighbors, vacation and playtime are over! We hope you all enjoyed the summer break; many of us wish we could extend it for another month or two! However, it is back to business as usual.

The next meeting of the Broun Place Townhouse Association is on Thursday, September 22, at 7 p.m. in Room 31 at the Bartow Community Center.

Refreshments will be served. We hope that everyone will make a special effort to attend this meeting and join the Association. You may join the Association at the meeting or see Ann. Dues are $12 per year/per household. Let us try to surpass our membership goal of last year. Our new neighbors are especially welcomed. I hope that you will all attend and possibly participate in one of the committees. Your participation would be greatly appreciated.

As neighbors, we must care for and look out for each other. One never knows whom they may have to call on in an emergency.

On the agenda are our goals and objectives for 2011/2012. We expect to have a guest speaker/s and hope that someone can provide us with the reason why we can no longer use electric grills on our terraces. This makes no sense to me and is totally without merit since I was told by a spokesperson at the NYC Fire Department that they have always preferred electric grills with certain requirements, i.e., water containers/fire extinguishers nearby in case of a fire. We need to have this cleared up finally. We are charged monthly maintenance fees for our terraces and should be allowed to use them within the confines of all sensible rules and regulations. It is without a doubt unfair and unjust that we are charged for an entity we cannot use for our own purposes.

The “Broun Place Bulletin” is gearing up to accept new articles, recipes…any news you wish to share with us. You may send them to brounplaceassoc@hotmail .com or submit them to me. Any relatives graduating from high school or college and any news of this type are worth printing. So, send them on puhleeze!!!

Many of our neighbors have had serious health issues these past few months. We lost a wonderful neighbor, Ms. Phyllis Williams, not long ago. Many of us miss her.

Again, our condolences to her family and to all of our neighbors who have lost loved ones. We pray for the homebound and everyone experiencing health challenges to make a speedy recovery. Congratulations to those celebrating a special event. If you have acknowledgements of any kind that you wish to share with us, please contact Ms. Iris Sanchez or any officer on the Executive Board.

You can also email us at brounplaceassoc@hotmail.com.

—M a r j or ie H elm s

Public Safety officers, with an emphasis on foot patrol and visibility. This will enhance the officers’ ability to observe a situation in the early stages as opposed to responding to it by vehicle after it reaches its flash point. It also makes Public Safety more accessible to the community.

An officer on foot patrol almost always is superior to having them on vehicle patrol.

I will make these and other recommendations at the Security Committee in the near future.

Please sign the petition for the feasibility study and remember, in an emergency, CALL 9-1-1 FIRST. Let’s make the NYPD provide the services our tax dollars pay for.

Thank you.

I can be reached at (718) 320-3351 or email me at ccdirector@optonline.net.

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Are you satisfied?

The new Board, or I should say, the Board with new additions has been seated for approximately 90 days and as customary, I would certainly like to know what you, the cooperators, think in terms of answering some of the following questions?

What do you think of this new Board, this new configuration? Is there anything you have seen changed? In taking appointments for painting and plastering repairs, are they being handled in a timely manner? Is the work being performed to your satisfaction? What was the discussion like to get the work done, was it satisfactory and were you dealt with in a courteous fashion? If an appointment was canceled, were you informed in a timely manner?

Did workers show up on time? And new incoming cooperators, were you satisfied with your apartment? And if there were any problems, were they corrected in a timely fashion?

Something that has bothered me a little recently is the cleanliness of our eating establishments in all three community shopping centers. It has been less than

Director’s Viewpoint

Tony Illis acceptable, and we still see people handling money and food simultaneously without using gloves, and sometimes the service tends to be on the rude side.

In addition, it also seems lately that the Health Department has rated some of these establishments not particularly favorably. I caution you, don’t eat at any place where the Health Department’s grading rate is not acceptable, or standards not met.

I believe that the Riverbay Commercial Leasing Department has not been vigilant enough in making sure these establishments meet required standards.

In considering Public Safety, have you seen enough officers patrolling or walking about the complex? If you encounter Public Safety, were the officers courteous and professional? Whenever you called Public Safety did the dispatcher answer in a courteous manner, and was the call

answered in a reasonable amount of time?

And what about lobby attendants, is the lobby attendant in your building present regularly? Do you feel they are doing their job adequately?

As for buildings, does your building meet acceptable cleanliness standards? Are the floors mopped and polished regularly and is the compactor room kept clean? Do you think management is doing an adequate job in holding down costs, especially since there is a carrying charge increase looming ahead? At this moment, we are waiting for answers from HCR as to what increase rate they have decided upon, and unfortunately, if I was a betting man, I wouldn’t be surprised if the state felt we required a 3 percent increase. However, if this turns out to be the case, I want to see the Board mandate 3 percent in spending cuts to offset this unfair burden on cooperators. It has become increasingly intolerable that cooperators must now reduce the burden of a management company that hasn’t seemed focused on cost cutting measure, and continues to nickel and dime cooperators, which translates into dollars.

As we all know, many of our seniors live on fixed economies, and have not had an increase in the cost of living in the last two, going on three, years, but have had to endure numerous increases and rising costs in many other areas. Not only seniors, but the head of many households have lost jobs in this precarious economy, and outsourcing has also made things very difficult financially. However, conversely, I believe it is the duty of cooperators to make sincere effort to conserve electricity, to save on water, to stop littering and defacing property, and to curb and ban all antisocial behavior in any form.

Again, school is open and parents and guardians, please make sure your child does his or her homework, and they should be in the house by 9 p.m. Lately, unfortunately, too many kids are not being properly supervised, but with a little work, this trend can be reversed.

Let’s chat. I want to hear from you.

Call me at (718) 320-8035, or email me at tonyshome@gmail.com, or you can write me, Riverbay Corporation, 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475.

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

At our last meeting, we elected new officers. The following were voted in unanimously: President, Linda Werner; Vice President, Liz Penn; Secretary, Gerry Prentice; Treasurer, Miriam E. Berlofsky.

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

C oming E vents: We are looking forward to Wednesday, September 14 when we will happily resume

our Crochet class at 1:00 p.m. We have a wonderful teacher, Linda Werner, who will teach you with a lot of patience. It’s great exercise for arthritic fingers. It’s a challenge and gratifying. Try it!

Check the Association Bulletin Board in your lobby for dates and times of events.

Make a difference!!

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

See you soon! —Mir ia m E. Ber lofsky

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Let’s show respect to everyone First, I would like to thank our Public Safety Department for the excellent article Director’s entitled “CCPD maintains a high quality of life in the community by enforcing laws,” that appeared in the September 10, issue of this newspaper. Also, I would like to thank them for their weekly safety blotter, and for placing a new notice about quality of life issues on channel 591.

All of these items were produced to help this community to move in the right direction.

Now, also, I would like to thank you for reading our articles. The letters and emails are coming in, and you’re seeing that we’re working for you and this entire community.

Also, I am delighted to see that we’re reaching lots of young adults in this community.

Hey, it’s a blessing to have them talk about the articles that they’re reading in the paper, and to see that they want to make positive changes in their lives.

Additionally, I’m seeing that we’re making a positive difference in the quality of life issues that were mentioned in the Co-op City Times last week.

Our articles were powerful, and we covered issues about law enforcement, public drinking, illegal drug use and possession, loitering, etc.

Now, in addition to these items, we, as a community, want to be respectful towards one another.

Resp ect for L a w E nfor cem ent Having young adults in the home can be a tough job.

Nevertheless, as parents, we have to teach our children right from wrong. And, we have to give them good guidance on a continuous basis so that they can live a good life.

Now, first of all, do not be afraid of the young adults in your house. Are they outside committing crimes? Taking illegal drugs? Loitering and disturbing the peace?

Sit down and teach them to go in a different direction.

Teach them to go to school and to get excellent grades.

Teach them to avoid a life of crime. And, teach them to respect the law.

You can even teach them that getting arrested and going to jail is going to hurt them in business, their personal life, and in other endeavors. And, ask them if they want to live in a jail with violent criminals or live a life whereby they can help their family and their community.

Also, when a law enforcement officer tells them to move on, please teach them to move on. They might not agree with the officer. However, they want to be respectful of the law.

Respect for our neigh bor s I would like for the building associations to reach out to our cooperators and establish a system of communications whereby people can get to know one another in a better way.

Does everyone on each floor know their floor captain?

Is it possible that the floor captains, and possibly the building associations, can speak to the families who might have public differences going on?

What would you do as the floor captain if you heard two families on your floor telling each other off? Could the two parties hold a sit-down with you or your building association? Would you or your building association even be interested in even talking to them?

When problems arise, we should try to come together and help each other. So that might mean talking to both parties and trying to help them to resolve their differences.

Are you upset with your neighbors because they told you that your kids are throwing garbage on the hallway floor? Writing on the walls? Making too much noise?

Respect should cause you to acknowledge your neighbor’s point of view, even if you don’t like them.

And then, do your part to talk to your family so that everyone is contributing to the overall good of this community.

Viewpoint

Daryl Johnson

Resp ect for t he elder ly, cooper at or s wit h d isa bilit ies, a nd ever yone I want all of our seniors, our cooperators who are disabled, and everyone to know that you are valued and are important to this community. Therefore, I will do my best to fight for you regardless of any condition that might be present in your life.

Also, I want all of us to share in this effort. Can we reach out to our seniors, our cooperators who have disabilities, and everyone when there is a storm, an earthquake, or at any other time and offer assistance to them?

How do you think that your neighbors who might need help will feel if you ask them if they need something from the store? Or, how do you think that your neighbors will feel if they know that people in this community care about them?

Additionally, I’m for following the law. So, I want our seniors, our cooperators with disabilities, and everyone to know that I will do my part to make sure that we’re following all laws. And, I want you to feel that we’re treating you with the honor and the respect that you deserve.

Fin al T hought s Many times, people need to be taught how to get along and work together in a good community. Therefore, we have to talk to people and help them to see things from a positive perspective.

So, let’s work with one another and set the right example for our families and friends.

Now, I would like to encourage you to please write and let me know what is going on in and around this community. And, I will do my best to help you, your family, and your friends. Thank you.

Do you have any suggestions to improve this community? If yes, then please write to me at: 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 That’s it for now. Please have a wonderful week, and may God bless you and your family. Thank you.

National Council of Negro Women Sa t u r d a y E d u ca t ion P r ogr a m : Children in grades 2-8 will receive small group instruction in reading and mathematics each Saturday during the school year with certified teachers. Registration: 9:00 a.m. to 12 p.m., Room 14, Dreiser Community Center, continues each Saturday as space allows. Classes start: October 1, 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Fee for total year, $225 includes registration fee. For further information, call 718-655-9034 or 718-671-1958.

R em in d er : Today our Health Committee presents discussion on health change at 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., 177 Dreiser Loop, Section One Community Center, Room 14. Please come out and share your ideas, bring a friend or two. Refreshment and door prizes; There will be a special prize for the number 50th guest.

Our Book Club’s next meeting will be on Saturday, September 24, at 3:30 p.m. at Barnes & Noble. We will be discussing “ You are Free” by Danzy Senna. This book discussion was postponed due to the hurricane.

Next month, we will be reading “ On Black Street” by Chika Unigwe.

O u r An n u a l Fa ll Tr ip : Saturday, October 22, tour home of Eleanor Roosevelt National Historic Site, ValKill Cottage/lunch at the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, NY/shopping at Woodbury Commons Shopping Outlet. Tickets: $85. Please make checks payable to: NCNW Co-op City Section. Mail to: P.O. Box 93, Bronx NY 10475. For tickets and more information, contact: 718-538-8606, 718-320 2366 or 718655-9034.

Na t ion a l News! The Women Home & Overseas Missionary Society (an affiliate of NCNW) of Jackson Memorial African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church invites you to join us in worship service on Sunday, September 25. Our own Dr. Barbara L. Shaw will be

September is Hispanic Heritage Month!

the guest speaker. Worship services begin at 11:00 a.m.

The address to the church is 60 Peninsula Blvd., Hempstead, N.Y. 11550; phone # 516-483-2724.

C a ll t o C onve n t ion ! November 14-20, at the Gaylord National Resort Hotel, 2011 Waterfront Street, National Harbor, MD 20745. Early bird reservations before 9/30 is $350. Please check the website

NCNW.org for additional information.

To our sick and shut-in, you are not forgotten. You are in our thoughts and prayers daily. Please contact Sadie Gilmore, 718-671-3721, to notify us of birthdays, illness or bereavement.

Happy birthday to September members.

—M a xin e Su lliva n

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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.

CHURC H SC HEDUL E Sunday School - 9:00 a.m.

Worship Service - 11:00 a.m.

Communion Service - Every first and third Sundays Prayer Meeting & Bible Study Wednesday at 7 p.m.

T HE F OL LOWING PROG RAMS ARE AT T HE C HURC H’S ANNE X: 2053 ASC H L OO P NORT H (CO -O P CIT Y)

Morning Prayer Services - Tuesday, 6 a.m. – 8 a.m. and 9 a.m.-11 a.m.

Neighborhood Bible Study - Thursday at 10 a.m.

Fellowship, “Life on God’s Terms” Every Friday (except 4th Friday) 7 p.m. - 8 p.m.

OTHER SC HEDUL ED EVENT S: Tomorrow, Sunday, September 18th at the 11:00 a.m. Worship Service – Observance of the Hospitality Ministry’s Anniversary.

Theme: “Offering Christian Love to God’s People.” The Guest Preacher will be Reverend Grace Emmanuel, Co-op City Baptist Church.

Saturday, October 8, 3:00 p.m. Get on board the “GLORY TRAIN,” a fantastic play presented by the Sepia Players at Community Protestant Church, 1659 East Gun Hill Road, Bronx. Donation: $20. For additional information and/or to purchase tickets, call (718) 513-3308; 671-2187; 6557241 or 671-5961.

Monday, October 10th – Join CPC Tours on their Columbus Day Outing in the Poconos. It includes shopping at the Crossing Premium Outlets followed by a stop at the Mount Airy Casino (Rebate: $35 slot play). Tickets: $50. For tickets and/or additional information, call CPC Tours at

(718) 671-1182.

PASTORAL ANNIVER SARY BANQUE T In observance of his 35th Pastoral Anniversary, Community Protestant Church most cordially invites the community to join us at a Black Tie Banquet in honor of our Pastor, Reverend Dr. Calvin E. Owens, on Friday, October 14, 6:30 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. at the V.I.P. Country Club, New Rochelle, New York. Donation: $110/adults; $60/children.

For tickets and/or additional info. about the banquet, please call the church at (718) 8629172.

Saturday, October 22, 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. Music by DJ Jimmy Pressley. Ticket: $20/advance; $25/at door, available by calling (718) 379-8514; (718) 671-0425, (718) 671-5493 or (718) 671-0231.

Thursday, March 22, 2012, CPC Tours

sponsors a trip to Sight and Sound to see JONAH, with dinner at Miller’s Restaurant.

Ticket: $130. For ticket and/or additional information, call (718) 671-1182.

The Women’s Guild announces A FANTASTIC 17-DAY AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL…WEST TOUR - June 26-July 12, 2012. Tour includes: round-trip transportation by Amtrak Rail and deluxe motorcoach; reclining coach seat with leg rest or private roomette sleeping accommodation; first class hotel accommodations; 19 meals; sightseeing at the Grand Canyon, Las Vegas, Yosemite National Park, San Francisco and Salt Lake City. For additional information, call (718) 671-5961; (718) 320-1435; (718) 798-3337, or (718) 320-2608.

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.

—Eva n G. Mitchell

Co-op City Branch of the NAACP One week till the Old School Party! Are you ready? Tickets are $30 in advance and $35 at the door. The featured DJ is DJ Playette. The party starts at 8 p.m. in the Einstein Community Center, Rm. 45. Get your tickets by calling: 718-671-3748; 347-326-5267 or 718-671-0100 or the Retirees of Dreiser Loop. The Co-op City Branch of the NAACP sponsors this event.

It is organized by the Membership Committee. Ice setups will be available for purchase and you can BYOBB. Proper attire is expected. This event is part of our annual membership drive and ticket purchase brings you one new, one year membership. Come to this event, have a great time and gain a new membership for yourself or someone not already a member.

Once a member, you receive the historical quarterly, “The Crisis.” It puts you in touch with the happenings of regional chapters of the NAACP. Saturday, September 10th, it was great to see neighbors at the Co-op City Community Fair. Thank you, Eleanor Donnley, VP Joyce Wilson, 2nd VP Brenda Brown and Eva Lazaar for attending the fair and spreading the word of the NAACP. The new calendar reflecting fall

2011 - winter 2012 dates, events and meeting locations is ready. The September general membership meeting is Wednesday, September 28th at 7 p.m. The first Executive Committee meeting is Tuesday, September 20, 2:30 p.m. Both meetings are scheduled for Rm. 35. Today, more than ever, the NAACP needs your support and attendance.

The Freedom Fund Committee provides the information on the 5 Mile Health Walk-a-Thon, date: Saturday, October 1.

Walkers will meet at 7:30 a.m. and begin at 8:15 a.m. Walkers are being solicited NOW. Each walker obtains as many sponsors as possible. Sponsors pledge $2, $3, $4, $5 per mile. Persons wishing to walk, call the following numbers to register, receive information and pledge sheets: E. Donnley (718) 379-1297, L. Townes (718) 379-3504.

The following is from a press release Chairman Roslyn M. Brock and President Benjamin Todd Jealous released last Saturday, “Ten years have passed since September 11th. The core of the NAACP’s mission has been to bring this country together regardless of race, class, faith or ethnicity. For more than 100 years, we have

Cooperators United Welcome back. We hope you enjoyed the summer. At our next General Membership Meeting scheduled for Tuesday, September 27th, 7 p.m., Bartow, Room 31, we will have a guest speaker on sleep apnea, now a major cause of death in the US. Congratulations to everyone who is celebrating a special day this month.

Our thoughts and prayers go out to all who are sick, lost relatives/friends, our shut-ins and to our Troops.

We wish all a happy Rosh Hashanah and a peaceful Yom Kippur.

We can be reached at MLSAH@aol.com.

—Son j a M a xwell

Building 24 Association Hi, neighbors!!! Guess who is coming out of the woodwork and setting up our Association for the balance of 2011???

RIGHT! Your ever-loving Board members. September is the month to start the fall season. SOOO, we are asking you to FALL-OUT and meet with us like all good and interested neighbors will do.

We have had an interesting year so far— blizzard, earthquake, hurricane, and who knows what is in store to end this year. If those things kept you on edge as to what

to expect next, join us and help us start our own year ending program. Perhaps you have a novel idea or plan which hasn’t been tried yet. Where else to try it but with your ever-loving neighbors???

(SMILE) Our meeting will be held on Tuesday, September 20th. More information will be posted on our flyers before the meeting.

Remember, in unity there is strength.

How strong are we? Let’s surprise ourselves.

—Celestine Withey

carried the mantle of civil and human rights across this country and throughout the world; with your help we will continue to do so for generations to come.”

The Co-op City Branch of the NAACP welcomes your suggestions, P.O. Box 753111, Einstein Station, Bronx, NY 10475; phone the Co-op City Branch of the NAACP at 718-671-7856. Visit the NAACP website: http://action.naacp.org/

or the New York State Branch website for current news. Don’t forget to renew your membership. When you renew, include your membership number on the form.

The Co-op City Branch of the NAACP looks forward to seeing you on September 28th.

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

—E va L a za a r

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Retirees of Dreiser Loop Mark your calendar!!! The upcoming GAMES DAY is scheduled for Sat., Sept.

24th (4th Sat. each month) at 1:00 p.m. in Clubroom 19, Dreiser Loop. We play cards and board games. Light refreshments will be served. Donation is $2. Come join us – have fun and a few laughs. We look forward to seeing you. (Contacts are Marie Williams and Susie Fuzzell).

BRI DGE CLASSE S. Learn to play Bridge – It keeps your mind alert!

The first (2011-2012) class began Friday, September 9th. To register for a Bridge Class, call the instructor, Alvin Lisle, at (718) 6718852. Classes are held in the RETIREES’ Clubroom 19 in Dreiser Loop. Beginner classes: 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. and the Advance/ Intermediate classes: 1:15 p.m.3:15 p.m. Walk-ins are welcomed.

T R AVE L AC TI VI T I E S: Join the fun as we travel to: HOLD THE DATES: November 1618th (3 days/2 nights) to SHOWBOAT Casino and Hotel, Atlantic City and get a $30 slot bonus, as well as 2 French Quarter Buffets. On the last day, before returning home, you will stop at the RESORTS Casino and you’ll get a $22 casino rebate.

Price: $200/double and $265/single occupancy. (Contacts: Lorraine Parker, 718-6716403/Virginia Stewart, 718-379-0377).

Ta ke Not e: All passengers must present a valid US federal or state governmentissued photo ID at casinos - when a casino club card is requested. All checks payable to: RETIREES of Dreiser Loop..

T H E AT R E C OM M I T T E E : If planning to attend any of the following

Our Post is located in Section Five, Co-op City, at the Community Center, 135 Einstein Loop, Room 41. Our office phone number is 718-320-8165. You can also reach us by e-mail at post1871@optimum.net.

Greetings to all of our comrades who are home-bound and recovering from various medical operations.

Happy birthday to all our Post members that have a birthday in the month of September: Roger M. Smith, Nathan Sherman, Rafael J. Lejandro, Grisela Holliday, Hattie B. Harris and Anna T. Swanson. If I have forgotten to include your birthday, please let me know ASAP and I will make the correction at a later date.

For all of our Post members, here is a list of all the up and coming events: September 16th at 1200 hours, volunteers are needed to serve food to the homeless veterans. If you are able to attend, please call the Post. September 16th, Throggs Neck Post 1456, POW service at 1930 hours. September 17th General meeting will take place at Post 1871 at 11:00 a.m. sharp; October 4th, Bronx County meeting at the Sam Young Post 620 at 1930 hours; November 11th Military Ball at the Villa Baron at 1900 hours. The price is $75 per/person. Nov. 13, Veterans’ Day Parade for any information about events.

Please contact the Post by e-mail or call to make arrangements to attend or purchase a ticket. Did you serve in Iraq or

exciting events, you should sign up with your name, phone number, and a deposit ASAP: Fri., Nov. 4th – 8:00 p.m. at Carnegie Hall – NY. SWEET HONEY IN THE ROCK, the acclaimed award-winning African American women a cappella ensemble which has built an international following of music lovers. Price: TBA. Wed., Nov. 30th, HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS, a Christmas musical at the Westchester Broadway Theatre. Price is $65, includes transportation, lunch and show. Note: Bus leaves at 9:45 a.m.

Committee Members will see you in clubroom 19 on Thursdays after 3:00 p.m.

GOOD AND W EL FAR E: We continue to support all of you on the mend and send warm and bright wishes for a speedy recovery, and a subsequent long and

healthy life. “Sending a little sunshine to sprinkle in your day, reminding you that you’re thought of in a warm and special way!”

Contact Elinor Gordon at 718-379-0377 regarding illnesses and bereavements.

HEL P WANTE D: Volunteer part-time van drivers needed. Call (718-379-0377) Ms. Virginia Stewart for additional information.

Come join us RETIREES and friends.

Clubroom 19 (718-379-0377) is available for your weekday socializing pleasure.

Have fun and laughs, play cards, Board games, or just watch one of your favorite TV programs with friends.

“Coming together is a beginning, staying together is progress, and working together is success.”

Best wishes for continuous good health and good fortune to all! —C laudette Davis

American Legion Post 1871 Afghanistan and do you feel like the war followed you home? If you have any of these issues—nightmares, difficulty sleeping, feeling tense, easily startled, feeling irritable and easily angered and memory problems, please contact the James J. Peters VAMC or call 718-5849000, Ext. 6986.

On September 7th, National Guardsmen were executed in Nevada by a madman using a weapon of choice—an AK-47, while having a breakfast at IHOP in their uniform. One of the Guardsmen Sgt. First Class had served in Afghanistan and the Major had served in Iraq and the Sgt. 1st Class was an administrative sergeant. These 3 men had braved bullets overseas only to be cut

down at home in Nevada, their home town. After the shooting, the shooter committed suicide using his AK-47; that means the case was closed. The motive for these killings are unknown at this time, but our prayers go out to these brave guardsmen for serving in combat overseas.

Have you shopped at the Ft. Hamilton commissary yet? September is bulk sales on some items. If you get a chance, check it out ASAP. But before you go, check out your pantry to see what items you will need to get before you go shopping at Ft. Hamilton.

This information was provided to you by your Post information officer.

—R ich a r d I . L a wson , J r.

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Coalition of African-American Churches & Community Organizations The Coalition cordially invites you to attend its 16th annual “Friends & Family Day,“ Sunday, October 16, at 3 p.m. The affair will be held in Dreiser Auditorium B, 177 Dreiser Loop, Bronx, N.Y. You are welcome to invite your family and neighbors to join us for an afternoon of fun. There will be a guest speaker, fabulous entertainment, including vocalists, gospel rappers, dancers, and more. If you wish to perform for this occasion or volunteer to decorate or serve food, please call (718) 671-5957, (718) 379-3494, or (718) 320-1861. Members are asked to donate juice, soft drinks or dessert. This

event is FREE. The Coalition’s next general membership meeting will be held on Tuesday, October 4, at 12 p.m., 177 Dreiser Community Center, Room 15.

Please inform the Coalition of any suggestions that you may have. Patricia Bonaparte is the President of the Coalition.

Phone number, 1-718-320-1861.

The Coalition is a non-profit organization dedicated to maintaining and improving the quality of life of cooperators and providing educational and culturally enriching programs for the community. We also act as one voice for all Coalition

members where there are issues of common concern and human rights. Members of the Coalition include the following: African-American Association; Co-op City Baptist Church; Faith @ Work Christian Church; Harriet Tubman Independent Democratic Club; NAACP, Co-op City Branch; Retirees of Dreiser Loop; St. Joseph Episcopal Church, and Zodiacs Track Club.

Please support our efforts by sending us your tax deductible contribution, made payable to: Coalition of African-American Churches & Community Organizations of Co-op City, Inc., Post Office Box 619,

Bronx, N.Y. 10475. Churches and organizations that desire to join the Coalition may apply for membership by either writing or calling (718) 320-1861 or (718) 671-5957 for a membership application which should be returned with a letter on your church/organization’s stationery and signed by the minister/president.

Read Coalition’s weekly column for information about events and issues.

R emem b er t he C oa lit ion m ot t o is: “Coming Together is a Beginning, Keeping Together is Progress, Working Together is Success.

—Harman T. Leacock

Baychester Visual Arts Association Baychester Visual Arts Assoc., Inc. is hoping you had a productive and rewarding summer. We also hope your creative juices are yearning for release because BVA is happy to announce the start of another creative season in our permanent room 5, Dreiser Center. If you’ve ever wanted to learn to draw and paint, this is your chance to get expert instruction at a very low cost.

Our 2011 – 2012 season begins in September. Tuesday classes start on September 13, with 3 sessions to choose from: 1 – 3 p.m., 3:30 – 5:30 p.m. or 5:45 – 7:45 p.m. with Mr. Groves, an award winning artist, as the instructor.

Membership dues are $35 for the year and a session of 10 classes is $60. BVA’s art instructor will guide you along a creative

path that will bring hours, weeks and years of joy into the life of those who avail themselves of this opportunity.

We are also planning to have art classes for youth between the ages of 10 and 17. The instructor, Angela Taylor, will teach drawing, painting and creative artwork. Classes will be held on Wednesdays from 3:30 – 5:30 p.m. and start on Wednesday, Sept. 14. Ms. Taylor

is a graduate of the Art Institute of Washington, D.C. She was an art specialist with the PAL program in NYC. She is a member of the Harlem Arts Alliance. For more information, please call Mr. Groves at 201-862-0847 or K. Klaus at 718-379-6074.

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

—Sylvia Lochansky

St. Joseph’s Episcopal Anglican Church Fr. Taylor and the congregation of St. Joseph’s cordially invite you to worship with us at 155 Dreiser Loop, lower level, (718) 379-0844. All are welcomed.

Sunday service and Sunday School are

both at 9 a.m. Every 4th Sunday, our children participate in the reading of the lessons and every 5th Sunday, our young adults assist in the service. Bible study is held each Wednesday at 7 p.m., and Choir

rehearsal is on Thursday at 7 p.m.

Beginning at noon on September 24th, please join us for our annual dinner sale. It is a culinary delight of delicious home cooked Caribbean and American

dishes.

The Lord is full of compassion and mercy, slow to anger and of great kindness. (Psalm 103:8) —D. Sin glet on & M . C h a m b er s

Temple Beth El of Co-op City Services For the High Holidays are conducted in Dreiser Community Center • Rm. 9

SPIRITUAL LEADER CANTOR DENNIS TOBIN

All other Services are held at the Temple: 920-1A BAYCHESTER AVE. BRONX, NY

(718) 671-9719

2 0 1 1 L ’ SH A N A T O V A 5 7 7 2 Schedule of Services ROSH HASHANAH: Wednesday Evening September 28, 2011 Thursday Morning September 29, 2011

YOM KIPPUR Kol Nidre Morning Service Public Yiskor

Friday Evening, Oct. 7 Saturday, October 8 Saturday, October 8

Mincha & Neliah Saturday, October 8 Resume

8:00 PM 10:30 AM

7:30 PM 10:00 AM 1:00 PM & 2:30 PM 4:00 PM

Temple Beth El is dedicated to Judaism as a living and growing faith.

It provides its members with a strong sense of Jewish Identity.

We invite all people to attend our services and be a part of our caring congregational family.

Special for non-members: Tickets $18 pp

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Church of the Savior Rev. Dr. Robert A. Smith, Jr., Pastor; Lady Theresa M. Smith, co-founder; Rev. McMillian, Assistant Pastor, and the Church of the Savior family extend an invitation to every person to worship with us. We are a non-denominational, inter-racial, inter-cultural, intergenerational fellowship of believers. We care about you, not your W2. We are not church as usual. Come as you are, we leave the judging to God. The Church of the Savior family extends love and affirmation to the Co-op City community; A warm welcome awaits you!! We love you for who you are, not what you have. Please call us at 718-320-0002 or 917-734-4058 for more information. Do you want a place that allows you to meet the living God? Do you want to be connected to people who care about you, not what you have on or how much money you make? A special seat and friend awaits you.

Church of the Savior is located at 120 DeKruif Place – street level, (under Building #7 near Dreiser Loop). Take the 38 to Dreiser Loop and DeKruif Pl. Our mailing address is: P.O. Box 86, Bronx, NY 10475.

Su n d a y M or n in g Sch ed u le: Adult Bible Study – 9:15 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.

Week ly Act ivit y – Each Thursday at 10:00 a.m., Channel 70, Bronxnet, tune in and be blessed. If this program has lifted you, please let us know. Dr. Smith can be contacted at 718-320-0002. If you prefer to drop a personal note: P.O. Box 86, Bronx, NY 10475 is our mailing address.

Bereavement Support Group meets Monday evenings at 7:00 p.m. Are you grieving the loss of a loved one? Come, our arms and hearts are open to you. God bless you!

Up com ing E ven t s: Thurs., Oct. 6 and Fri., Oct. 7 - Join us for our life changing fall revival featuring the prophetic woman for

Open Doors, Open Hearts and Open Minds

Temple Beth-El We invite you to join us for the High Holidays, this year, 5772. The holidays are upon us. Temple Beth-El remains the only Reform Temple in Co-op City. Women are full and equal participants in all aspects of worship, including Torah. Come and celebrate with us and actively participate in this high point of our faith.

Services for the Holidays begin with the evening Rosh Hashanah Service on Wednesday evening, Sept. 28 at 8:00 p.m. in Dreiser Center, Room 9, and resume with the morning service on Thursday, Sept. 29 at 10:30 a.m.

Services for Yom Kippur begin with the Kol Nidre Service on Friday evening, Oct. 7 at 7:30 p.m. Dreiser Center, Room 9. Yom Kippur morning services will resume at 10 a.m. on Saturday morning, Oct. 8, Room 9, Dreiser Center.

Public Yiskor will be conducted at 1 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. in Dreiser, Room 9, on Saturday, the 8th of October.

Our Services are presented in a very comfortable blend of English and Hebrew, enhanced by the wonderful Cantorial singing of our devoted spiritual leader, Cantor Dennis Tobin. Cantor Tobin has been part of this congregation for over 35 years.

Non-members can still purchase tickets at the special reduced fee of $18 per ticket, per person. Please call the Temple at 671-9719 to reserve your tickets--they will also be available at the door on Wednesday, Sept. 8.

Tickets can be mailed to you if you leave the necessary information on the Temple answering machine.

We join with Israel and the Jewish people throughout the world to celebrate this high point of our heritage. Our High Holidays bring us together and we welcome all who identify with the Jewish faith to join us and participate with us this year-if not now-when? Temple Beth-El is dedicated to Judaism as a living and growing faith. It continues to provide its members with a strong sense of Jewish identity. Come, be part of our caring congregational family.

Please call me at the Temple with any questions or concerns. We are here to try to meet your religious, cultural and social needs.

The congregation of Temple Beth-El wishes a happy and healthy New Year and the Blessing of Peace: Shalom to all of our friends and neighbors and to all people of good will, L’Shana Tova.

—Saundra Yashpan

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

Su n d a y Ser vices – The first Sunday of the month is a bilingual service with communion at 10 a.m. Every other Sunday, the services are as follows: English Service at 9 a.m. and the Spanish Service at 11:30 a.m.

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

Aft er Sch ool P r ogr a m : In Room 43 of Einstein

Community Center is a safe environment, where children can do homework, learn God’s word and just have some fun. Please call (718) 671-1033.

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

F lea M a r k et : We will be having our Flea Market on September 24, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. If you are interested in being a vendor, please call the following: Pauline (718) 320-1552 (call between 9 a.m. – 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. – 8 p.m., weekdays); Barbara (347) 6037473 (if no answer, leave message).

No applications will be given after September 17th.

R ev. Dr. M ilca Alva r ez-P la u d —R

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If you see something, ca ll t h e P u b lic Sa fet y d isp a t ch er a t (718) 671-3050.

Be su r e t o give a s m a n y d et a ils a s p ossib le sin ce t h is will h elp t o a p p r eh en d t h e r esp on sib le p er son (s).

God, Evangelist Gloria Knight. God has a miracle just or you! Service begins at 7:15 p.m.

Sun., Oct. 9 - Chat & Chew. Everyone is invited to bring someone special to morning worship. After morning worship, there will be food, fellowship and opportunity to meet a new friend. “ I wa s h u n gr y a nd you fed me” … Church of the Savior is reaching out to individuals and families who need nutritious food. Our food pantry, coordinated by First Lady Theresa Smith is just a phone call away. For more information in donating or receiving food, please call her at 718-925-5052.

Would you like to lift a child out of poverty, malnutrition and an uncertain future? You can change the world, one child at a time, by becoming a sponsor. Please call First Lady Theresa Smith for more information, 718925-5052. It’s the most important call you will ever make.

T h ou gh t for t h e Week : “Don’t confuse bad judgment with bad luck.”

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Co-op City Baptist Church Rev. Dr. Sheldon E. Williams and the Co-op City Baptist Church family invite you to join us tomorrow for worship service at 8:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. Sunday School for children and adults will resume tomorrow, September 18, at 9:15 a.m. We invite you to worship, study, and pray with us.

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

Mid-week worship service is held on Wednesdays at 12 p.m. Bible study resumes on Wednesday, September 21 at 1:00 p.m., and 7:30 p.m. Prayer service is

held on Fridays at noon and 7:30 p.m.

Mission Statement for the Co-op City Baptist Church: 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.

The Scholarship Ministry will be going on their Fall Shopping Spree on Saturday, October 29, and you are invited to join them at the NEW Tanger Outlet Mall in Deer Park, Long Island. Tickets are $40 and the bus will leave from the

Emigrant Savings Bank on Asch Loop and Bartow Avenue at 9 a.m. For additional information, call 718-671-7507, 718-671-1918 or 718-320-3774.

Co-op City Baptist Church will celebrate its 40th Anniversary on Saturday, November 19 at 11:30 a.m. at the Davenport Country Club located at 400 Davenport Avenue, New Rochelle, NY. Adult tickets are $65 and children, ages 3 -12, are $30. Please call the church for additional information.

Pack your bags! The Scholarship Ministry invites you to hit the high seas again. They will be sailing on the Carnival Miracle leaving from New York City on Monday, July 9, 2012. They will

be sailing to San Juan, Puerto Rico, St. Thomas and Grand Turk. A deposit of $150 is due on or before October 9. For additional information, call 718-3790541, 718-671-7507 or the church at 718320-3774.

Rev. Dr. Williams has a radio show on WMCA 570 AM every Friday at 1:30 p.m. Rev. Dr. Williams is the author of Principle Centered Living: 9 Reasons To Maintain Your Values in a Pressure Filled World and Founder of SEW Universal, Inc. Visit his websites: www.Principle CenteredLiving.com or www.RevDr SheldonEWilliams.com.

—H a t t ie L . L u ca s

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!

Saints, God calls believers to show their love and gratefulness for Him in their good works of hospitality and

compassion. Let’s look at scripture that encourages this. Hebrews 13: 1-6 says: 1 Let brotherly love continue.

2 Do not forget to entertain strangers, for by so doing some have unwittingly entertained angels.

3 Remember the prisoner as if chained with them-those who are mistreated-since you yourselves are in the body also.

4 Marriage is honorable among all, and the bed undefiled; but fornicators and adulterers God will judge.

5 Let your conduct be without cov-

etousness; be content with such things as you have. For He Himself has said, “I will never leave you nor forsake you.”

6 So we may boldly say: “The Lord is my helper; I will not fear. What can man do to me?”

Now I ext en d ou r week ly invit a t ion s t o you : The church will open today at 3 p.m. for a sweet hour of prayer. Tomorrow morning at 10 is Sunday School.

Morning Worship begins at 11. Every 3rd Sunday following the morning worship, we serve Holy Communion.

Sa ve t h is d a t e a n d t im e: Sept. 18th, 6 p.m. Apostle G. Marie Carroll, from Kingdom Builders Church in West Hempstead, NY will be ministering at our convention.

We love you, and may God forever bless you is our prayer. We don’t worry about anything, but we pray about everything.

We are located at 171 Dreiser Loop in Section 1. Our phone #’s are (347) 276-4925 & (718) 671-3627. Jesus loves you, and so do we.

—Ap ost le G la d ys R . L it t le

Pentecostal Tabernacle The Pentecostal Tabernacle, 120 Benchley Pl., Building 24 (street level), Bronx, N.Y. 10475.

You are invited to attend services on the following days. Sunday School for all ages begins at 10:30 a.m. Worship starts at 11:45 a.m. Wednesday evening prayer meeting starts at 7:30 p.m. Friday evening Bible study starts at 7:30 p.m. for everyone who would like to participate in studying the word of God are welcome to attend.

To everyone who have lost families, friends and loved ones, neighbors, coworkers on 9/11 our prayers are with you.

The bells that were toll for them toll for

all of us, we all have lost.

Our duty is to remain prayerful reading the word of God and preparing ourselves for the Lords return.

Study to show thyself approved unto God, a workman that need not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth. (11 Timothy 2:15) F ocu s: Virtue is the quality that sustains our entrance and standing before a holy God and allows the strength and healing presence of God to flow through us. Philippians 4:8 Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things

are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report, if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things. A Christian’s strength resides in his or her relationship with God. A life filled with virtue results in a clean conscience and removes any cloud of guilt, providing a bold entrance into the presence of the Lord. A virtuous life fulfills the purpose for the grace of God, making that work complete. Godly virtue adds value to human life, and that enhancement becomes obvious to others. Paul joined Peter in encouraging the pursuits of virtue when he admonished Timothy to

give himself wholly to righteous principles.

(1Timothy 4:15-16 Paul stated) Meditate upon these things; give thyself wholly to them; that thy profiting may appear to all. Take heed unto thyself and unto the doctrine; continue in them; for in doing this thou shall both save thyself, and them that hear thee Paul concluded that adding virtue to faith is a profitable venture that causes the believer’s value to rise even in the eyes of those around him.

For more information, call 718-3240334 or 718-320-4218.

—R ev. R . Sib b lies

Building 12 Association The next building meeting will be held on Monday, September 26, 7:30 p.m., Activity Room. The issues to be discussed are quality of life, building main-

tenance and security.

If you see something, say something. Call 9-1-1 and Public Safety at 718-671-3050.

Our thoughts and prayers go out to all

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who are sick, shut-in and have lost relatives/friends and to our troops. The best to everyone celebrating a special day this month.

We wish all a happy Rosh Hashonah and a peaceful Yom Kippur.

We can be reached at MLSAH@aol.com.

—Sonj a M axwell

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Fri., September 23

Thurs., September 22 Wed., September 21

Tues., September 20

Mon., September 19

Bartow

Einstein

Library 9:30am -1:00pm Rm. 31

Bingo – 11:00 am, Room 31

Dominos

2:00

pm,

Room 25

Dreiser

Date:

Kosher

Non-Kosher

Soups, Breads and Desserts

Crochet and Knitting

Mon., Sept.

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Orange/pineapple juice Arroz con pollo Glazed carrots

Turkey burgers Steak fries Brussel sprouts

Whole wheat bread Banana

Tues., Sept.

20

Apple juice Meatloaf Mashed potato Cauliflower

Pork chops Mexican corn Collard greens

Rye bread Pineapple tidbits

Wed., Sept.

21

Orange juice Chicken a-la-King Egg noodles Oriental blend

Chicken cutlet Parmesan Brown rice

Whole wheat bread Apple

Thurs., Sept.

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Pineapple juice Spanish omelet Home fries Tossed salad

Shepherd pie Spinach

Rye bread Apricot halves

Fri., Sept.

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Tilapia w/lemon sauce Fresh yams Italian blend

Pollack fish Baked potato Carrots

Whole wheat bread Orange

Library

9:00am, Rm. 7

9:30am – 1:00 pm, Rm. 49 Dominos 10:00am, Rm. 45

Library, Exercise, Chat Session 9:30 am

Around The Lunch table

– 1:00 pm, Rm. 7

Stay Well Exercise

Word Games 9:30 am –

11:30 am, Rm. 49 Bingo 11:00am, Rm. 31

10-11 am, Rm. 2

11:00 am, Rm. 31 Card Games 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm, Room 25

Walking and Exercise w/Ms. Gaskill, 2 – 4 pm

12:00pm – 1:00pm, Rm. 7

Current Events 10 a.m., Rm. 31

Dominoes 10 in Rm. 49

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

Tai Chi 11:00 in Rm. 45

Alert & Alive 10:30, Rm. 7

Bingo 1:00 in Rm. 49

Mixed Cultural dance 10:30 in Aud. A

Dominoes 2:30 p.m., Rm. 25 Word Games 9:30 –11:30 a.m., Rm. 31

Stay Well Exercise on vacation until Sept. 14 Dominoes 2:30 p.m., Rm. 25 Word Games 9:30– 1:30 p.m., Rm. 31 Bingo 2 p.m. in Rm. 25 Blood Pressure 1st & 3rd 9–10 a.m., Rm. 31 Card Games 2-4 p.m., Rm. 25 Library 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., Rm. 31 Chat session 9:30 a.m. – 1 p.m., Rm. 31 Dominoes 2:30 p.m., Rm. 25 Word Games 9:30 -11:30, Rm. 31 Bingo 2 p.m. in Rm. 25 Card Games 2:30-4:00 p.m., Rm. 25 “Movie Madness” 9:30 a.m., Rm. 31 Spelling Bee 11 a.m., Rm. 31 Dominoes 2:30 p.m., Rm. 31 Word Games 9:30 – 11:30 a.m., Rm. 31 Bingo 2 p.m. in Rm. 25 Card Games 2-4 p.m., Rm. 25 Line Dancing 10-11 a.m., Rm. 31

Afternoon Movie 2:00pm – 4:00pm, Rm. 7

Bingo 10:00 in Rm. 31

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

Mind Teasers

Matinee Movie w/ George Rm. 49, 2-4 p.m.

Dominoes 10 a.m., Rm. 45 Spelling Bee10 a.m., Rm. 49 Spanish Practice Class 10:30 in Computer lab Bingo 1:00 in Rm. 49

Dominoes 10 a.m., Rm. 45 Stay Well Exercise 10-11, Rm. 45 Spelling Bee 11 a.m., Rm. 49 Bingo 1:00 in Rm. 49

Dominoes 10 a.m., Rm. 45 Art 10:00 in Rm. 45 Bingo 1:00 p.m. in Rm. 49 Card Games 2 p.m. – 4 p.m., Rm. 49 Blood Pressure 2nd & 4th Friday 10-11:30, Rm. 49

Mind Teasers 12-1 p.m., Rm. 7; Aud. A, 1-2 p.m.

Tuesday Movie w/popcorn 2-4 p.m., Rm. 7 Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session, Rm. 7, 9:30 – 1:00 Garden Club, Rm. 7, 10:00 Sewing w/Raymonde 9:30 – 11 a.m., Rm. 7 Tai Chi 11 a.m., Rm. 2 Mind Teasers 12-1 p.m., Rm. 7 Art Class 1-4 p.m., Rm. 7

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat session, Rm. 7, 9:30 – 1 pm; Blood Pressure 1st & 3rd Thursday 10-11:30, Rm. 7 Mind Teasers 12-1 p.m., Rm. 7 Handi-Flex 1 p.m., Aud. A Drama 1:30–4 p.m., Rm. 7

Crochet & Knitting 9:00 in Rm. 2 Day at the Movies w/ popcorn 10 a.m., Rm. 7 Meditative Moments 11 a.m., Rm. 8 Mind Teasers 12-1 p.m., Rm. 7 Whist Card Game/ Scrabble 2-4 pm, Rm. 7 *Schedule subject to change without notice*

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

WEEKLY TRIPS DATES

WEEKLY TRIPS

PRICE

1st Monday: Stew Leonards 1st & 3rd Mondays: Super Wal-Mart

$5 $12

Fridays Tuesdays

$3 $12

Swimming Bowling

PICK-UP TIMES Bartow Dreiser Einstein 1 p.m. 1:15 p.m. 1:30 p.m.

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

(June, July & August only) 1:15 p.m. 1:00 p.m. 1:30 p.m.

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

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

Funded by: The NYC Department for the Aging, The NYS Office for the Aging and Riverbay Corporation

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

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

Upcoming Events/Trips NE W !! M en ’s L in e Da n cin g - Room 31, Bartow Center, Fridays, 9:00 a.m.10:00 a.m. Women Line Dancing, Room 31, Bartow Center, Fridays, 10:00 a.m.11:00 a.m.

E M P I R E C I T Y C ASI NO - All of September is SOLD OUT. NE W DAT E S: October 5th, October 12th, October 19th and October 26th. Trip includes transportation, boxed lunch, 4 hours at casino, $10 food coupon. Pickups: Einstein, 10 a.m.; Bartow, 10:15 a.m. and Dreiser, 10:30 a.m. DROP OFF AT ASCH LOOP IN FRONT OF LIBRARY; DREISER LOOP AND EINSTEIN LOOP ONLY. J E R SE Y G AR DE NS – MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 19th - $12 - Trip includes transportation & boxed lunch. Pick-ups: Asch Loop – 8:00 a.m.; Dreiser - 8:15 a.m. and Einstein - 8:30 a.m.

C E NT R AL AVE NUE - MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 26th - $13 – P L E ASE NOT E : 3 hours XMAS Tree Store, 1 hour Trader Joe’s and 2 hours Amazing Savings. Trip includes transportation & boxed lunch. Pick-ups – Asch Loop – 9:00 a.m., Dreiser - 9:15 a.m. and Einstein - 9:30 a.m.

A L L J A SA O F F I C E S C L O SE D F O R H O L I DAYS - SE P T E M B E R 29T H AND 30T H .

C AR E GI VE R SUP P O RT G RO UP A Caregiver Support Group can offer an atmosphere of understanding and support for caregivers to discuss issues and concerns. Whether you care for a loved one from a distance or in your home, you are most welcome. The group meets every other Tuesday at: 2049 Bartow Avenue,

Room 31 from 1-2 p.m. The next sessions are Tuesday, September 13 and September 27. The support groups are facilitated by a social worker. If you have any questions, please contact JASA at 718-320-2066.

DI SABI L I T Y SUP P ORT /SO C I AL I Z AT I O N G R O UP - First Friday of every month – 2049 Bartow Ave., Rm 25.

DI A B E T I C S UP P O R T G R O UP Diabetes can seem to be an overwhelming disease because it impacts so many areas of your daily life. The Diabetic Support group goals are to keep you informed and motivated on how to stay healthy. The group meets every last Monday of the month at 177 Dreiser Loop, 2nd Floor, Room 7, from 1 p.m.-2 p.m. The next session is scheduled for Monday, September 26. For more information and to register, please contact C h id in m a E zih e, 718671-2090 (E xt . 3011) or R osella St on e, 718-320-2066 (E xt . 2003).

SE NI O R C E NT E R F I E L D T R I P P E R M I SSI O N SL I P – Effective immediately, all senior center participants are required to fill out a Senior Center Field Trip Permission Slip before going on any JASA senior center trips. If you are paying for someone to go on the trip, you must make sure that they bring the form with them on the day of the trip. All forms must be filled out prior to going on the trip; No Exceptions.

BL O O D P R E SSUR E – Locations and schedule – 135 Einstein Loop, Room 45, every 2nd & 4th Friday at 10 a.m. – 11-30 a.m.; 177 Dreiser Loop, Room 7, every 1st & 3rd Thursday at 10:00 a.m. 11:30 a.m.; Bartow Avenue Only on vacation until September 21.

No Co-op City Times? Call 646.479.1041 or 646.261.1761, Saturday: 9 am - 2 pm.

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WEEKLY SCHEDULE BUILDING & TOWNHOUSES ASSOCIATIONS Broun Place Association: “Meeting” 9/22; 6:00 pm (Bartow Room #28)

EDUCATION African American Association: “Business Education Classes” Wed., 9/21; 6:00 pm (Dreiser Room #2)

Co-op City Toastmasters: “Meeting” Thurs., 9/22; 7:30 pm (Bartow Room #28), Sat., 9/24; “Speech Contest” 7:30 pm (Bartow Room #28)

HOBBIES Duplicate Bridge Club: “Bridge Game” Wed., 9/21; 4:00 pm (Dreiser Room #9) African American Association: “Belly Dancing” Mon., 9/19; 7:00 pm (Dreiser Room #2); “Yoga/Pilates” Tues., 9/20; 7:00 pm (Dreiser Room #2)

POLITICAL Working Families: “Meeting” Thurs., 9/22; 7:00 pm (Einstein Room #38)

RELIGIOUS Deeper Life Church: Tues., 9/20; 7:00 pm (Dreiser Room #1) Church of the New Vision: “Bible Studies” Sun., 9/25; 9:30 am (Einstein Room #38) Faith @ Work Christian Church: “Worship Service” Sun., 9/25; 8:00 am (Dreiser Room #8)

Iglesia Cristiana Marcos 16:15: Sun., 9/25; 10:00 am (Einstein Rm #35) Harvest Restoration Ministries: “Bible Study” Wed., 9/21; 7:00 pm (Dreiser Room #10), “Worship Service” Sun., 9/25; 10:00 am (Dreiser Room #9) Circle of Christ: “Children’s Bible Study” Sun., 9/25; 10:00 am (Dreiser Room #2) Greater Love Cathedral Baptist Church: “Worship Service” Sun., 9/25; 3:00 pm (Dreiser Room #1)

SCOUTS Greater New York Girl Scouts: “Meeting” Fri., 9/23; 6:00 pm (Dreiser Rooms # 1, 2, 4, and 9)

SENIORS JASA Senior Services: “luncheon” Mon.,- Fri., 9/19;-9/23; 8:00 am (Bartow Room #31) Peachtree Chapter 4997: “Meeting” Mon., 9/19; 11:00 am (Dreiser Aud. A)

SERVICE & CIVIC Weight Watchers Nutrition Program: Tues., 9/20; “Meeting Time” 6:00 pm (Dreiser Room #4)

Co-op City Elite Society Club: “Social Dance” Sat., 9/24; 8:00 pm (Dreiser Aud. A) N.A.A.C.P Branch: “Meeting” Tues., 9/20; 2:30 pm (Einstein Room #35)

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

Kids Time - Tuesday, Sept.20, 27; 3:30 p.m.

Teen TAG - Tuesday, Sept. 20 and 27, 4 p.m., ages 12-18 Teen Book Café - Wednesday, Sept. 21 and 28, 4 p.m., Talk about books or listen.

Chess Club - Every Thursday, Sept. 22 & 29; 3:00 p.m.

Teen Time - Every Friday, 2:30-4:30 p.m. Come and hang out in the library’s community room: Bring a snack, talk to friends, play games.

Film - Saturday, Sept. 17, 2:00 p.m. - Beyond 9/11: Portraits of Resilience; Saturday, Sept. 24, TBA; 2 p.m.

Kids Program: Storytelling - “Tales for the Teeny Tiny” - Saturday, Sept. 24, 11 a.m.

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HOURS: Monday & Wednesday, 10-7; Tuesday & Thursday, 10-6; Friday & Saturday, 10-5.

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AARP Chapter #4997 F YI : 1 in 6 – the number of Americans, age 65 and older, who live in poverty; 74.7% - percentage of state lawmakers who have a Bachelor’s degree or higher; 32.3 – the average number of miles traveled daily by each person age 50+ in 2009, excluding air travel.

H ea r tfe lt con dole n ces to Allison Scales on the loss of her sister, Loretta Harvey; to Gwendolyn Richardson on the loss of her sister, Jacqueline DavisDooley, and to Gloria Almond on the loss of her brother, Clarence Williams.

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

2011 T O UR AC T I VI T I E S R E M I NDE R : You don’t have to be a member of Peachtree Chapter to attend any of the trips — so, come and go with us…let’s have fun together…

Sept. 22 (Thurs.) – TRIP CANCELLED - Opus “Casino Cruise” Line – If you did not receive your REFUND at the meeting, contact Jean – 718-3793742.

Oct. 17th & 18th – Rocking Horse Resort Fall Foliage – overnight stay; 3 meals; resort activities; stop-off on the way home to the Monticello Raceway/Casino (“current” photo ID or passport required) — $199/double; $249/single — Final payment is due a.s.a.p. - contact Jean, 718-379-3742.

Dec. 30 – Jan. 1, 2012 – New Year’s Eve Weekend Celebration at the DESMOND – Lavish New Year’s Eve party; cocktail party w/hot hors d’oeuvres

& pasta station; 5 hours open bar; surf & turf dinner; champagne toast; music/dancing; All New Christmas Show at the American Music Theater; after check-in, dinner w/fun & games; full-hot buffet breakfast; then you can go to an Atlantic City Casino or shopping at QVC Studio Tour or shopping at King of Prussia Mall or relaxing at the Desmond; 2 nights deluxe accommodations; New Year’s Day Champagne Brunch & show; - $534/person double; $634 – single; $526/person triple; $50/per person trip insurance available – $50 deposit due at registration – Contact Delores, 718-379-2176 for registration form to be mailed to you.

2012 TO UR AC T I VI T I E S APRIL 23-24, 2012 – “ JONAH” – experience the mighty storm at sea that breaks apart an enormous ship; peer into the underwater world & see the giant fish swallow up God’s misguided Prophet Jonah — at the Millennium Theater in Lancaster (PA) – trip includes: a stop in Bethlehem (PA) known as the “Christmas City;” visit the Sands Casino ($35 Casino Bonus) — current photo ID or passport required; lodging at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Reading; wine & cheese reception w/a sit-down dinner and live Musical Comedy Show; 2nd day hot breakfast buffet; visit an Amish quilt shop, cannery & Kitchen Kettle gift shops; w/reserved seats at the Millennium Theater for “ JONAH” ; stop for dinner on the way home…$281/person double; $331 – single; Trip insurance - $14/each – double; $29/single; call Jeanne, 718-379-3742 for registration info.

—Delor es Deb n a m

Goose Island Seniors Wednesday, September 14—Bingo game in Room 39. Admission is $2 for members and guest. Time is 1:30 p.m. For members and guest. Refreshments served.

Tuesday, September 27—Going to Atlantic City Showboat Casino. Price is $30.

Pick-up time is a 8 a.m. at our 3 usual bus stops—Einstein Center, Asch Loop (back of library), Dreiser Loop. Always have your picture I.D. card with you.

Wednesday, October 19—Going to VILLA ROMA. Price is $55 (fifty-five). All payment must be paid in full by end of September.

Thursday, November 10—Our annual end of year party at Seashore Restaurant at City Island. Price is $55 (fifty-five). Music and entertainment by Mr. Williard. Menu –

appetizer: salad, pasta. Entrees are - baked or grilled shrimps, shrimp scampi, shrimp parmigiana, filet of Sole, seafood platter, prime rib of beef, roasted chicken, chicken parmigiana, barbecued chicken, barbecued baby back ribs, and barbecued chicken and ribs; vegetables, potatoes, and unlimited soft drinks, ice tea, coffee, tea, and special cake.

For more information, call Ann or Mary at 135 Einstein Center, Room 39, or call us at 718-379-9613, Monday – Thursday, 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. or call Mary in the evening at 718-379-4899.

Get well wishes are sent to Harriet William. We all wish you a speedy recovery.

We still have our garage sale on.

GOOD HEALTH TO ALL —Ma r y Pilla

Handicapped Adults Association Va n —For information on the van, call the office at 718-320-2069.

F lea M a r ket —Come to Room #13 and shop in our flea market. Greeting cards 25¢ each, canes $5 each, jewelry, soft covered books 5 for $1, hard covered books 50¢ each, CD’s (music in Spanish and English) $1 each. New items arrive daily. We are open from 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. We are located in Dreiser

Community Center, Room #13.

T h e O ffic e—Our office hours are 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. If you need information, call the office at 718-3202069.

P en n ies, p en n ies, p e n n ies…Please bring them to the office.

Happy September birthday to those celebrating a birthday.

—Ar len e R od r igu ez

Einstein Cancer Fund R em ind er : Today, September 17th at 1 p.m. – Annual raffle luncheon at Seashore Restaurant, City Island. May you enjoy the day with warm friends, delicious food and prizes.

Tuesday, October 11, we are going to the Sands Casino in Pa. Cost per person is $30 and you will receive a $20 bonus slot with a $5 food voucher. Time of pick-up is at 8:30 a.m. starting at Einstein Loop, fol-

lowed by Asch and Dreiser Loop. As always, please bring a valid photo I.D. and your casino card.

For the above trip, please call Mildred at 718-320-0288, Loretta at 718-6712598, or Lydia at 718-671-3005. For memorial cards, please call Loretta.

Good health and healings are wished to all. Enjoy each and every day.

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Traditional Synagogue of Co-op City

Reflections

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

Before there was electricity, people had to resort to candle light 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.

The Slichos-Penitential service which this year will be held on Saturday evening, September 24th at 8:30 p.m. sets the mood for the High Holy Days which is a period of retrospection that leads one to repentance and to a fuller and richer life.

We welcome all to this meaningful service which begins on Saturday evening, September 24th at 8:30 p.m. at Young Israel.

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

Rabbi Solomon I. Berl, Young Israel’s Spiritual Leader and Cantor, will conduct the High Holy Day Services and deliver inspiring and meaningful sermons. You will enjoy Rabbi Berl’s eloquent sermons and Cantorial renditions Holy Day seat reservations can be made on Sunday, September 18th, from 5:00 p.m. to 7 p.m. and on Monday, September 19th from 10 a.m. to noon.

Seats are limited, so please respond as soon as possible.

If you require additional information, please call 671-2300 and leave a message and a number where you can be reached on our answering machine and your call will be returned.

High Holiday Prayer Schedule Rabbi Solomon I. Berl will officiate as Cantor and deliver the Holy Day Sermons - Sichos - Pentential Service Saturday evening - September 24th 8:30 p.m.

Rosh Rashonah eve, Wednesday, September 28th - 6:30 p.m.

1st Day Rosh Hashonah, Thursday, September 29th Morning Service: 7:30 a.m.

Mincha - 4:30 p.m., followed By Tashlech - Maariv – 7:30 p.m. (We meet at the Synagogue at 5:00 p.m.)

2nd Day Rosh Hashonah, Friday, September 30th Morning Service: 7:30 a.m.

Mincha – 6:20 p.m., followed by Maariv evening service S a b b a t h o f R ep en t e n ce As an integral part of this Holy Day period, attendance at the Sabbath of Repentence Service is most important.

Services begin Saturday morning, October 1st at 9:00 a.m. and end at 11:30 a.m. Don’t miss this service!

Mincha — 6:20 a.m.

Maariv — 7:20 p.m.

Rabbi Berl and the Officers of Young Israel wish all Co-op City residents a happy New Year of good health, good tidings, contentment and fulfillment in the year to come.

May peace and harmony throughout the world become a reality in the coming year.

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

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The Traditional Synagogue of Co-op City, Young Israel of Baychester, Section 5 (new address) at Bldg. 27B-120 Erdman Place (behind the lobby), welcomes you to pray with them. Tel. for the shule (same old number) 1-718-379-6920.

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

Candle lighting on Friday, September 23, is before 6:33 p.m. Shabbat ends today, Saturday, September 17, at 7:43 p.m. We recite Havdallah (The Recital over the Wine) at the end of Shabbos.

Mincha services on Saturday, September 17 at 6:50 p.m. and the Shalosh Seudos repast is at 6:45 p.m.

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

C om ing E vents: Saturday, September 17-Morning services are at 9:00 a.m. Mincha is at 6:50 p.m. and the Rabbi’s class is at 6:45 p.m. The class for this week will encompass Jewish Life Cycle/Holiday Season. The parsha this week is “Kee Tavo.” Shabbat ends at 7:43 p.m.

Saturday, September 17-A Kiddush is being given by Traditional Synagogue in honor of all the congregants who attend the shule every week. It is a way to say “thank you.” This will be held after morning services.

Sunday, September 18 at 1:30 p.m., the Synagogue runs an afternoon of Bingo. The

cost is $3 per person. Refreshments are always served. Come on over and enjoy a fun afternoon.

Good a nd Welfa r e: Officiating for the holidays is Rabbi Daniel Z. Kronengold. Please, seating space is limited.

High Holidays Rosh Hashana and Yom Kippur on September 28, 29, 30 and October 7 and 8, respectfully. We sincerely hope that you will join us at our new home for services at 120 Erdman Place (behind the lobby).

Holida y Ticket Sa les: Sunday, Sept. 18; Thursday, Sept. 22 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and the final day for sale is Sunday, Sept. 25 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Keep in mind that we have limited seating so buy your tickets as early as possible.

Should you have any questions, please call Mimi at 1-347-427-4526.

Dues for 2011: Dues are always in order.

Come on down to the synagogue to purchase kosher wine.

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

Sincerest condolences to Esther Waxman on the loss of her beloved brother, Nat Shulman. May you know no more sorrow.

Please! Support the Synagogue. We always need your help. Thank you.

Shalom!

—Mir ia m E velyn Ber lofsky

Men’s Club Traditional Synagogue I would like to remind everyone that the Traditional Synagogue of Co-op City has MOVED to a new location in Section 5.

The new address is 120 Erdman Place, Building 27B. The Men’s Club is running a trip to the MOUNT AIRY CASINO in Pennsylvania on Monday, October 17.

C O ST: $28 per person with a $25 slot and a $10 food voucher. Player may use any machine or table. Remember you need a government photo ID card to get your bonus slot play. Payment is due by October 14. We provide a free snack

going, play games, and on the return trip, we show a movie..

For r eser va t ion s, ca ll: Marty, (718) 671-7809; Gary, (718) 671-8424; Bruce, (718) 320-2234.

(P L E ASE NOT E : PICK UP TIMES HAVE CHANGED.) P ick -u p st op s: Einstein Loop, 8:15 a.m.; Asch Loop, 8:20 a.m.; Dreiser Loop, 8:25 a.m.

Everyone is invited to all our functions.

We hope you will join us.

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Church of God’s Children Pastors Archbishop Angelo and Bishop Nancy Rosario and the members of Church of God’s Children invite you to come and worship with us every Sunday at 1:00 p.m.

We are at 127 Dreiser Loop next to Montefiore Health Clinic. 718-790-9120. We are a family and a house of Prayer.

Sunday – Bible Studies – 11:30 a.m.

Tuesday – Bible Study – 7:00 p.m.

Wednesday–Prayer 7 p.m.-8:30 p.m.; 12 step fellowship at 159 Dreiser Loop-7 p.m.

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Sha ke It Off a nd Step Up A parable is told of a farmer who owned an old mule. The mule fell into the farmer’s well. The farmer heard the mule ‘braying’ — or whatever mules do when they fall into wells. After carefully assessing the situation, the farmer felt sorry for the mule, but decided that neither the mule nor the well was worth saving. Instead, he called his neighbors together and told them what had happened

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

The church is designed to meet the spiritual needs of our community by offering anointed singing and preaching, and a general atmosphere of Christian love and friendly hospitality We also invite the youth of our community to attend our Sunday Morning services, which are designed to meet the special needs

of our young people. Parents, please send your children to learn of the Lord Jesus.

Prayer Service takes place every Wednesday evening from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., followed by Bible Teaching from 8:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Be with us to learn the truth from the Word of God. L ist of Pr ogr a ms a nd Events: Adult Sunday School is from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

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

Holy Communion is served the first Sunday of the month.

Youth Sunday takes place on the second

and asked them to help haul dirt to bury the old mule in the well and put him out of his misery. Initially, the old mule was hysterical!

But as the farmer and his neighbors continued shoveling and the dirt hit his back, a thought struck him. It suddenly dawned on him that every time a shovel load of dirt landed on his back: he should shake it off and step up! This is what the old mule did, blow after blow.

“Shake it off and step up... shake it off and step up...shake it off and step up!” he repeated to encourage himself. No matter how painful the blows, or distressing the situation

seemed, the old mule fought “panic” and just kept right on shaking it off and stepping up!

You guessed it! It wasn’t long before the old mule, battered and exhausted, stepped triumphantly over the wall of that well! What seemed like it would bury him, actually end up blessing him. All because of the manner in which he handled his adversity.

In addition to “shaking it off and step up,” we Christians have our heavenly Father to help get us though rough times. When the going gets rough, keep looking up, and trust—Bishop Na ncy R osa r io ing HIM.

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Sunday of the month.

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

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

Kids For Christ Choir & Club meets 1st & 2nd Friday of the month at 6:30 p.m.

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

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

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Come join New Vision’s “Partners in Reading Program” every Sunday afternoon from 1:40 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Students in Grades 1 through 8 discover the joy of reading while exploring and improving their literacy levels through small groups and reading partners. Parents, we encourage you to bring your children to benefit from this free program, taught by trained professionals.

Midday Bible study will resume on Tuesday, September 6th at 12:00 p.m.

The Church of the New Vision is located at 135 Einstein Loop, Room #33, Bronx, NY 10475; Telephone: (718) 671-8746 or (718) —Ca r ol Ha que 320-0409.

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