Co-op City Times 10/11/14

Co-op City’s official newspaper serving the world’s largest cooperative community. © Copyright 2014 Co-op City Times

Vol. 49 No. 41

Saturday, October 11, 2014

Annual Co-op City College, Career & Resource Fair a resounding success

Last Saturday, October 4th, the annual Co-op City College, Career and Resource Fair was held in the Dreiser Auditorium and it was indeed an amazing event attended by many students, parents, guardians and other interested parties who came to participate and be informed of the many resources and options that may be available.

The annual fair, organized by Riverbay Board Director Evelyn Turner,

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with the assistance of the Riverbay Fund, was intended for students from grades 312, and was organized in two separate sessions.

The beginning of the morning subtitled, “It’s Cool to Be Smart,” was for youth in grades 3-6. This portion of the program was to get students excited about education. Included in the fair was a Pepsi Company Challenge,

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Management search, youth center and traffic mitigation among updates featured at Wednesday’s Open Board meeting

(Continued on page 9) Vivian Martinez, a partner with the accounting firm Marks Paneth, LLC, explains the details of Riverbay Corporation’s Financial Statements for the past fiscal year to the Board Directors and shareholders attending Wednesday’s Open Board meeting in Einstein Center.

Photo by Bill Stuttig

Several recent developments in ongoing issues affecting the Co-op City community over the past several months were presented to a gathering of roughly 80 shareholders who turned out for an Open Board meeting Wednesday evening in the Einstein Community Center.

BY BILL STUTTIG

High school students attending last Saturday’s College, Career & Resource Fair had the chance to participate in raffle drawings to win tablets. Above, the winners proudly display their prizes, joined by Director Evelyn Turner (second from left) and other workshop presenters.

Photo by Kadedra Jenkins

Riverbay to pursue more water costs savings through prepaid program Riverbay is winning victories on two fronts in the battle against rising water rates by recovering New York City overcharges from past years and switching to a prepaid program that can save several million dollars each year going forward.

To capture that additional $2M in projected annual savings, Co-op City should enroll its remaining high-rise

BY JIM ROBERTS

buildings in New York City’s Multifamily Conservation Program (MCP), according to the advice from American Utility Consultants, the firm that has helped Riverbay cut its water costs dramatically over the past several years.

In an Oct. 6 letter to Riverbay, American Utility reiterates that Co-op

Among a host of other things discussed at the more than four-hour meeting were recent developments in the search for a youth center site.

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CCPD releases updated crime statistics and visibility factors When attending building association meetings, Public residentsSafety Chief Frank Apollo is sometimes asked about the perception that there

seems to be a lack of visibility among officers of the Public Safety force.

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Future journalists

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Riverbay open for business on Monday, Columbus Day

Riverbay Corporation, including the administrative offices, will be open for business on Columbus Day, Monday, October 13.

The Co?op City Times deadlines remain in effect. All club articles are due by 3 p.m., and Directors’ viewpoints are due by 5 p.m. on Monday, October 13.

We wish our readers an enjoyable Columbus Day holiday weekend.

The students of the afterschool youth development program at M.S. 180 paid a visit to the offices of the Co-op City Times Wednesday afternoon to get some firsthand knowledge from the professionals about the demanding and challenging task of producing a weekly newspaper. Demetri Tsoulos, M.S. 180’s librarian and coordinator of the afterschool program, said the middle school students will begin publishing their own bi-monthly newspaper called The Oracle in November. In preparation for that, they met with the editor, writers, and production and advertising managers of the Co-op City Times to get some pointers on how to compile and produce publishable material or organize that material into a readable and informative publication all while sticking to a strict schedule and maintaining deadlines. The school’s new journalism program will be part of the Library Leaders initiative, a college and career readiness initiative led by Mr. Tsoulos. Participating students who visited the Co-op City Times newsroom are: Josephine Armoo, Steven Berdejo, Gabrielle Barrow, Farah Bey, Chelsie Cameron, Tiffany Dawson, Samantha Diaz, Jessica Haughton. Elijah Hartman, Alondra Hernandez. Ashley Higgins, Kayla James, Danique Johnson, Special Moore, Zari Newman, Joshua Oppong, Khadijah Marshall, Jose Romero, Azriel Rosenthal, Jahnae Rivers, Mariam Siyanbola, Crystal Traverso, Jazied Tonge, Jayda Watson, and Talia White.

Photo by Bill Stuttig

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Open Board meeting

Chair of the Board’s Youth Committee, a lease for a minimal rental fee of $100 a month to operate a comprehensive youth and community center at the site of the former Bingo Hall fronting Bartow Avenue was recently rejected by the federal Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), one of Co-op City’s government oversight agencies.

In HUD’s letter apprising Riverbay’s general counsel of its denial of the terms of the commercial lease for the community center, the HUD representative responding pointed to the need to attempt to rent the space at a rate comparable to other commercial leasing rates in the area. The letter also said that HUD’s interest in this matter is related to the federal agencies’ financial stake in the community and its relation to the future financial feasibility of Co-op City and its ability to maximize available revenues to offset expenses so that those expenses will not financially overburden shareholders.

While Turner argued that the proposal can be revisited and renegotiated to perhaps meet HUD’s approval on the comprehensive community center in the near future, another proposal was brought to the table by Director Bill Gordon who detailed a recent offer from Don Bluestone, Executive Director of the Mosholu Montefiore Community Center which currently operates the teen center in Section 5 and several other youth programs throughout the Bronx. Bluestone has offered to apply for a grant to operate a youth center for one hundred 6th, 7th, and 8th grade Co-op City children if Riverbay and the Board could guarantee the available space underneath the Bartow Community Center previously proposed for a youth center. According to Director Gordon, Riverbay would be required to prepare the now vacant space for use as a youth center which could be done at an estimated cost of between $150,000 and $200,000.

According to Gordon, the $300,000 available grant would allow the youth center to operate for three years and be renewable for another three years.

Gordon said that Bluestone is required to apply for the grant by October 31st and thus needs word from the Board soon that they are interested and can make the space available for his organization’s use as a youth center.

Turner argued against the Bluestone offer, stating that it is not nearly enough to adequately meet the needs of the youth of the community and that Riverbay should continue to campaign for the far more comprehensive program originally envisioned for the former Bingo Hall space. In providing support for her argument, Turner pointed to several fundraising initiatives that can be undertaken under the umbrella of the Riverbay Fund which could bring in grant writers and public relations specialists to allow the community to successfully apply for and receive their own grants and government funding to independently run programs here without having to rely on

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outside agencies.

Riverbay Board President Cleve Taylor promised that the issue and the choices before the Board regarding such would be the prime topic of discussion at next Wednesday’s Board business meeting.

In discussing another urgent matter currently before the Riverbay Board, Director Linda Berk, co-Chair of the Ad Hoc Search Committee charged with overseeing the process to secure a new management contract detailed that Requests for Proposals went out to potential managing agents and general managers last Monday, October 6th, through major media outlets, real estate trade publications and by direct outreach to known real estate managers and management firms.

Berk added that an open bid conference is scheduled for October 22nd where potential candidates can hear about the complex details and functioning departments of Co-op City and be given a tour of the community.

In keeping with that process of educating potential managers about the scope of the job, a detailed online portal has been set-up for potential candidates to receive more information in order to submit an accurate bid by the deadline.

In recent weeks, Riverbay’s organizational chart has been reworked and simplified by a team of department supervisors and that new chart was submitted along with the bid proposal.

Each shareholder who attended Wednesday’s Open Board meeting also received a copy of the new organizational chart.

Jeffrey Buss, of Smith Buss and Jacobs, the law firm hired to be the Board’s general counsel, added to Berk’s report saying the bid packages that were sent out this week were all pre-approved

by HUD, HCR and Wells Fargo Bank, which holds Riverbay’s more than $600M mortgage. Buss said that 122 management services were identified as potential candidates including many that are minority and/or women owned. In the first few days since the RFPs went out, 10 companies have already expressed interest, Buss said.

The deadline for submitting bids is November 19th with the Board projected to make its final decision by January 30th. That final choice must then be approved by HUD and HCR and it is hoped that the agencies can get back to the Board with its decisions either accepting or rejecting the new management contract by the end of February.

Also at the meeting, which featured many informational presentations, Riverbay Ombudsman and Assistant General Manager Joe Boiko updated the shareholders in attendance on the efforts to ease traffic concerns in and around Co-op City in the wake of the recent opening of the massive Mall at Bay Plaza. The most recent and significant update include a commitment expressed to Boiko at a recent 45th Precinct meeting by the Bronx Borough Commander that the NYPD will provide traffic agents at key intersections

along Bartow Avenue during busy times of the holiday shopping season to keep traffic flowing to the best of their ability. Boiko said that the additional traffic agents should be in place by this weekend.

Boiko also updated the community on a number of developments that came out of a recent meeting with Bronx Transportation Commissioner Connie Moran and other transportation officials at which some measures and improvements were promised while others were promised to be considered pending a study of the area’s traffic needs due to be completed by the end of October.

Immediate promised and impending short term changes, along with some proposed long-term improvements regarding direct access from the mall to surrounding highways, were detailed in a power point presentation made by Boiko.

These changes, already reportedly agreed to by DOT officials, according to Boiko include: “do not block intersection” signs at the corner of Bartow Avenue and Asch Loop; changes along Bartow Avenue at the exit next to Toys ‘R’ Us to reduce the possibility of illegal u-turns and left hand turns; the retiming of pedestrian crossing areas all along Bartow Avenue to give pedestrians more time to cross; the implemen-

tation of a safe streets program for seniors; making it illegal for trucks to use the new exit out of the far eastern end of the Bay Plaza complex, and the replacement of the crumbling jersey barriers on the curve entering Section 5 from Bartow Avenue.

According to Boiko, the DOT is also considering, based on the results of the impending traffic study of the area, taking away angle parking along Hutchinson River Parkway East to widen the road and replacing it with angle parking on Einstein Loop, if possible.

Also proposed is requiring school buses to drop off and pick student up from the side entrances to PS. 160 to keep a more consistent flow of traffic in the morning and afternoons. This change will have to be approved and implemented by the city Department of Education.

Major long-term projects under consideration, according to Boiko include: the possible construction of a ramp from eastern Bartow Avenue directly onto Hutchinson River Parkway South; the construction of an over ramp above I-95 to provide direct access from Baychester Avenue to I-95 in both directions, and the construction of an underpass to provide direct access to (Continued on page 14)

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Combing Co-op City

Next CB#10 Meeting

On Th u rs d ay, Oct ob er 16, Community Board #10 will hold its monthly meeting at the Dreiser Auditorium A, 177 Dreiser Loop, Bronx, NY 10475.

The meeting will begin at 7:30 p.m. For further information, please call contact Community Board 10 at (718) 892-1161.

Memorial service today for “Big Mike’

A Memorial Service for the late Mike Williams, a former Co-op City Little League board member, manager, coach, and a mentor to our community youth, will be held today, Saturday, October 11, 10 a.m., at St. Michael’s Church, 765 Co-op City Blvd. For information, please call 718-671-8050.

NCNW’s African American Heritage Art Exhibit

On Saturday, October 25, the NCNW Co-op City section will present an “African American Heritage Art Entertainment Exhibit” featuring Robin Joyce Miller - Artist, Educator, Author and Poet. This event will take place at the Dreiser Community Center, Room 11 from 3 p.m.-6 p.m.

Admission is free and light refreshments will be served. For further information, please contact Robin at (718) 671-7262.

Farewell, Alberta…

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing on Oct. 7th of Alberta Abrams, a long-time Riverbay employee who worked as a Clerk/Typist in the Purchasing Dept.

Funeral service will be held tomorrow, Sun., Oct. 12 at 12 p.m. at the Plaza Jewish Community Chapel, 630 Amsterdam Avenue and West 92nd Street; N.Y., NY 10024; (718) 7109127. There will be no viewing.

Alberta was a vital part of the Riverbay family and she will be sorely missed. Please keep her family in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

FRONT PA G E

Co-op City resident new Chief-of-Staff to Senator Gustavo Rivera

Katrina Asante, a resident of Co-op City’s Building 25 and the recently elected corresponding secretary of the building association, has been promoted to the position of chief-of-staff to State Senator Gustavo Rivera.

Katrina began working in the senator’s office in September, 2011 as a community affairs representative before being promoted to the position of deputy chief-of-staff.

Prior to joining the Senator’s team, Katrina, who has a Masters in Public Administration, was a child protective specialist for the Administration for Children’s Services (ACS).

“Whether it was during her time as a community affairs representative or as deputy chief-of-staff, Katrina has been an invaluable member of my team,” said Senator Rivera, who represents the 33rd Senate District. “She has demonstrated a true commitment to the communities we serve and is constantly working to improve the lives of hard working Bronx residents.

“I am extremely excited to have Katrina take on this new role on my staff. Her deep knowledge of this district and her background in social services will be a tremendous asset to my office.”

As the senator’s chief-of-staff, Katrina is responsible for managing a team of nine staff members, making sure they are always engaging with the community, advocating on their behalf and keeping the senator informed about what’s going on in the district in order to understand the issues that constituents are grappling with, among a myriad of other duties.

“As a lifelong Bronx resident, I am humbled to have the opportunity to continue working along with Senator Rivera on the issues that are important to the communities we both serve, such as expanding and improving affordable housing and reducing unemployment,” said Katrina. “I am very happy to lead Senator Rivera’s team in serving our constituents and in our efforts to build a better and stronger Bronx every single day.”

Katrina shared a very personal and touching story of how she got involved in politics. It is a story she said that she now shares openly with constituents as a way of helping them to keep their spirits up, despite whatever circumstances they may be facing, to inspire them to never give up hope and to have faith that a better day is always ahead.

She said that after being at ACS for several years, she began wondering

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about what her next step would be and about what other professional opportunities might be available to her.

In 2009, she volunteered to work on a political campaign and even though the candidate lost the election, she so enjoyed the experience that she continued to volunteer for other candidates.

Katrina Asante

“I stepped out of my box, so to speak, because I enjoyed speaking with the people in the community, telling them what was going on with the campaign and encouraging them to participate and let their voices be heard,” said Katrina. “Unfortunately, during my time of volunteering, I still needed to pay my bills and I realized that other opportunities were not coming as fast, so by the end of 2010, I was in a very bad financial situation. I had been applying for jobs, going on interviews, but not getting any offers.”

Katrina was forced to go on welfare.

“I almost lost my co-op and I was struggling really bad,” she said. “It was a very hurtful time for me, but I still kept my faith and I never got angry with God. I understood that it wasn’t a punishment; that He was preparing me for the next step which was all of the people that I would be able to help because of my experience.”

Soon, Katrina said that a spot opened up in the senator’s office and she interviewed and thankfully landed the job.

“I am very grateful to the senator for believing that I was more than capable of being not only a member of his staff but also of leading his team,” said Katrina. “I always say that it was nothing but the grace of God that brought me from the welfare house to the Senate house.”

On September 29th this year when Katrina was promoted by Senator Rivera to chief-of-staff, it was exactly 3 years to the day since she was hired on

September 29, 2011.

“If someone had told me then that in three years I would be the senator’s chief-of-staff, I would have said they were crazy, but I maintained hope, faith and did what I had to do to get off welfare and save my home.”

Katrina said that when she tells her story to others today, they are amazed to hear what she has been through.

“I was ashamed and embarrassed, but not anymore because there are many others out there, regardless of who they may be, some with degrees and some without degrees, who are going through the same thing. So I share my story so I can bring hope to others so they’ll know a better day is coming,” Katrina said.

A life long resident of the Bronx, Katrina grew up in Eastchester Gardens and said that as a young girl, she would look out her bedroom window which faced Co-op City and admire the tall buildings, vowing one day to live here.

After she graduated college, she followed through on that dream and bought herself a co-op in Building 25 where she has lived for the past 13 years.

“It’s not too far away from my mom; the community is great and everything is right here,” said Katrina. “I love the community, I love interacting with everyone and at the same time, I’m still close by to my family.”

Katrina was elected this past June as the Recording Secretary of the Building 25 Association. She said that she has been attending the building association meetings for the past few years to be involved in her local community and be able to bring information back to her neighbors about all of the great work that is going on in the district.

“I don’t want to be just another individual complaining and not getting involved and making sure that I’m part of the conversation that could turn into something viable for the community,” said Katrina. “I want to be an individual who will be helpful to others, who will be there to support and offer input. I’ve had a down time in my life and I’ve been truly blessed to get out of the valley and help others.”

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While Chief Apollo acknowledges that this may sometimes appear to be the case, officers are, in fact, out on post and patrolling the development 24/7.

He explains that what many residents may not be aware of is that officers are required to conduct patrols of their assigned areas, which generally involves three or more buildings, in addition to the lobbies, elevators, rear lobbies, basement and laundry rooms. Officers assigned to patrol vehicles have building assignments, as well as two or more garages to each patrol vehicle. Inspections of the garages usually take anywhere from 10 to 20 minutes depending on what observations the officer makes during the patrol. These patrol vehicles also conduct back-up assignments to other officers performing building sweeps or on radio calls. It is not unusual to see three to four officers on certain calls. This occurs when calls are received for large groups or for “domestic violence.”

In addition to these patrols, officers are also required to inspect assignments known as “Post conditions.” These areas are often called in by residents and from resident Board members who receive the complaints from fellow shareholders.

When this happens, the location is designated as a “Post Condition.” These locations may involve criminal activity or quality of life complaints, such as the use of alcohol or marijuana. They are

checked several times during the officer’s tour of duty.

In addition to these conditions, there are also random sweeps within the buildings for persons unlawfully entering the buildings. In this area, the department has noticed that criminal activity is very low. It should also be noted that throughout, the officers are still answering calls for service by many residents, which may last anywhere from a few minutes to a longer time period based on the severity and nature of the call. In addition, Public Safety Department policy dictates that when an officer makes an arrest, he is required to bring the arrested party to the base and process the arrest, in which case, a second officer is also designated on all arrests for safety reasons.

Recently, the department made several arrests where the subject requested medical attention and was brought to a local hospital. When this type of situation occurs, two officers are required to escort the subject and remain with them until they are released from the hospital.

Whenever this happens, the department consequently loses two officers from the patrol staff for the duration of the time that the arrested is being treated at the hospital.

In addition, CCPD assigns officers to provide visibility in certain areas that require additional monitoring.

In 2013, the Co-op City Depatrtment of Public Safety responded to 72,964

City is currently saving $800,000 annually in water bills from New York City as a result of 19% of its apartments being enrolled in the MCP program.

“However, [Riverbay] would potentially save another $2.1 million annually if the remaining apartments were enrolled, increasing the total MCP savings to $2.9 million per year,” American Utility wrote in the letter.

American Utility did the required application and processing work with the New York City Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) over the past year to enroll 2,970 of Riverbay apartments in the DEP’s MCP, which bills for water on a flat rate, rather than on estimated usage.

In order to qualify for MCP, which is intended for densely populated housing, buildings must first show that they are not wasting water. That is, at least 70% of the toilets must be low flow, and showerheads and faucets must use 2.5 gallons per minute or less, as well as repairing any leaks. Non-residential tenant spaces in the buildings must have meters installed as well.

Because the water bills must be paid in advance annually under the MCP instead of being billed for usage quarterly, Riverbay and American Utility will seek to schedule a gradual phase-in of the remaining buildings.

“We appreciate the support the Riverbay Board of Directors has given to this important effort to reduce Co-op City’s water costs, which keep rising because of the continuous rate increases imposed by New York City,” said Herb Freedman, a principal with Marion Scott,

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Inc., the managing agent for Riverbay.

“We will continue to work with American Utility to find the most costeffective approach to enroll more of our buildings in the MCP program, while at the same time pursuing water conservation efforts by our employees and residents to cut our water usage.”

In a separate effort to reduce water costs here, American Utility has also recovered $2.43M in past overcharges from the DEP for Riverbay.

American Utility was able to win the appeals of the past water bills by proving that the city grossly overestimated the rate of water usage in Co-op City due to the misreading of meters by New York City. American Utility brought their own sophisticated test equipment here and used it on the piping to prove to DEP that meter readings by the city were wrong and the subsequent estimated bills were incorrect.

Water and sewer costs are a major component of the annual expenses to operate Co-op City. For the fiscal year ended 3/31/2013, the charges came to $18.92M. In the fiscal year ended 3/31/2014, the charges were $19.79M. That is the smallest increase in several years, thanks in part to the savings that Riverbay has realized.

The total increase in water rates set

by New York City is nearly 150% in the past decade to pay for massive construction projects to improve the filtration capacity of the New York City water system, which spreads all the way throughout upstate New York State, where the city’s water comes from.

officer and civilian-initiated calls for service. These calls ranged from crimes in progress to aided cases, vehicle accidents, lost and missing persons, fires, floods, elevator outages, sweeps, garage inspections, directed patol, post conditions and maintainance calls.

While a majority of these calls for service can be handled in a time efficient manner, many of them (arrests, summonses, aided cases, fires, floods, utility outages and special assignments) can take several officers out of service for extended periods of time.

Nevertheless, the Public Safety

Department’s crime stats show that for the first 6 months of this year, 2014, arrests are up 42% from the same period last year (2013) and Summonses are up over 30%. This is a testament to the hard work and dedication of the men and women of the Co-op City Public Safety Department who work diligently each and every tour to ensure the quality of life of the residents of Co-op City. In addition, over the past 5 years (2009-2013), major crime categories and quality of life complaints have gone down significantly. (Please see chart below.)

Major Crime Categories & Quality of Life complaints (2009-2013)

Major crime indexes are down on average from 2009 to 2013 • Assault down 24% • Robbery down 78% • Residential Burglary down 66% • Commercial Burglary down 75% • Grand Larceny Auto down 85% • Larceny from Auto down 14% • Criminal Mischief Auto down 35% • Disorderly Conduct down 14% • Criminal Mischief Graffiti down 44% • Shots Fired down 15%

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It’s happening in Co-op City

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Day

Embracing the classics

On Sunday, September 28th, the Spanish-American Community Club and Riverbay Corporation co-sponsored Hispanic Heritage Day in the Dreiser Auditorium, featuring Danza y Fiesta (Puerto Rico), Garifuna (Honduras), Juarez Show Mariachi (Mexico) and Pajarillo Pinta’o (Columbia).

Everyone in attendance enjoyed a truly wonderful and festive experience.

The Bardekova Ensemble gave a free concert in the Dreiser Auditorium last Sunday, sponsored by the Coalition to Save Affordable Housing. The Ensemble performed music of the Baroque, Classical, Romantic and Contemporary Periods, and featured Ellen Bardekoff, Director and Founder; Donald Mokrynski (clarinet), Richard Vrotney (bassoon), Gingerela Lai (French horn), and Richard Paratley (flute).

Photos by Lauretta Jaysura

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Letters to the Editor

Board Director responds to Ms. Brand

Dear Mrs. Brand: In reading your letter to the editor last week I felt your pain and frustration. I believe you are right that the stores in this community could and should be more sensitive to the cultural needs of all shareholders. There have been times when I have experienced the same frustration myself.

Having lived in this community since 1969, I have seen many changes in the cultural makeup of Co-op City. I can assure you that the current Board is making every effort to ensure we are an

inclusive community.

I will suggest that we make sure to incorporate the Jewish holiday calendar into all department scheduling to avoid conflicts with holy days. As Chair of the Commercial Leasing Committee, I will personally make sure that store management are asked to be more sensitive. I think it is also important for shareholders to request needs not currently met so that management will know what to order during various times of the year. They may not know.

I am proud of our culturally diverse cooperative. To maintain a healthy and happy community, it is important that we all appreciate and respect the differences that make us a unique development. I am glad to see that you and Barbara Rose have both spoken out for the Jewish shareholders and together we will work to make sure everyone's needs are met here at Co-op City. I would be happy to receive your suggestions.

—Linda Berk Asst. Secretary, Riverbay Board

Response to Director’s Viewpoint

Director Daryl Johnson’s Viewpoint last week clearly demonstrates the significant savings we have accomplished by production of electricity. The byproduct of that production is steam and that steam is used for heat, hot water and air-conditioning. But, Director Johnson’s take away is the cost is ‘incredibly high.’

What Director Johnson misses is the fact that Co-op City has always had a steam plant with the required distribu-

Basement closures Building 17

The basement in Building 17 will be closed for thorough extermination on Wednesday, October 15 from 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

During the closures, there will be no elevator service to the basement, and therefore, no laundry service.

We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience in this matter.

—CSO (Bartow)

tion systems for heat, hot water, airconditioning and electricity. All we did was add turbines, to save and make money by producing needed electricity and increased the steam plant efficiency.

I believe we have been successful.

When built, the Co-op City steam plant had 4 boilers – one blew up, one fell into disrepair and was scrapped, leaving 2 low pressure boilers in desperate need of overhaul when Marion Scott Real Estate, Inc. became Managers. A

NOTICE—Laundry Room Painting Buildings 16A/B

The basements of Buildings 16 A & B will be closed on Monday, October 13 to allow janitorial to paint the area. There will be no elevator service to the basement and the laundry rooms will be closed during this time.

The basements and laundry rooms will re-open on Tuesday, October 14, at 7:30 a.m.

We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience in this matter.

—CSO (Bartow)

Building #19 elevator shutdown for NYC category 1 & 5 combo safety inspection

Please advised that we will be conducting a safety inspection of your elevator(s) as required by law each year.

We will be testing cars #1, 2, 3 & 4 on Wednesday, October 8th.

Car #2 will be done first, followed by cars 1, 3 & 4 starting at approximately 8:00 a.m.

Service will be restored upon completion of the testing.

Testing takes approximately two hours per elevator.

We thank you in advance for your patience and understanding.

new high pressure boiler was installed and a low pressure boiler was overhauled as part of the $74M construction costs referenced by Director Johnson.

The other low pressure boiler is beyond cost effective repair, hence a new boiler was bid based upon cost, capacity and output, not dimensions since operation of the steam plant was the major consideration. We then work to make it fit, hence the change order.

—Herbert Freedman, MSI

Parking Notice – Garage 7

Please be advised that specific sections of Garage #7 will be under construction as of Monday, October 13th.

The locations are as follows: • The entire B side of the 1st floor will be closed, specifically reserved space #’s 1-63.

• ½ of the A & C sides of the 1st floor will be closed • The main entrance ramp will be closed to all traffic • Reserved space #’s 167-192 on the main ramp will be closed.

• The back ramp will accommodate two-way traffic • Please be aware of the posted directional signs since some of the ramps will accommodate two-way traffic The Parking Facilities Department thanks all of our residential parkers and patrons for their patience and compliance during this construction. The completion of the above mentioned portions will conclude our construction in this garage. ***Transient parking will be suspended during the hours of 4 p.m. – 7 a.m. However, transient parking will be available in Garage #’s 5 and 8*** Please ensure that your vehicle has been removed from the above mentioned locations no later than 6 a.m. on October 13th. If not, your vehicle may be towed at your expense.

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

Important Notice to Shareholders of Building 16

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

Building 16

Current Lease Expiration Date

New 3 yr.

Expiration Date

600 & 620 Baychester Ave.

Dec. 31, 2014

Dec. 31, 2017

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Writers will be limited to one letter per topic.

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.

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Public Safety Report

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CCPD offers illness prevention tips for the start of the flu season

BY LIEUTENANT PAM APOLLO As we enter the fall, the opportunities for exposure to the flu virus and other illnesses increase. Flu has been overshadowed by coverage of another illness in the media, but the risk is still there. By taking a few simple precautions, you can greatly reduce your risk of exposure to flu and other illnesses. The Department of Public Safety offers these tips to keep you safe during the cold and flu season. If you have never gotten a flu shot, this may be a good year to start. The healthier everyone can be, the better.

Not since the big “Swine Flu” epidemic a few years ago has the flu received media attention, but flu is still with us. Every year, there is a different strain of flu with scientists coming up with a current vaccination to combat the current disease. Some years, vaccines are in short supply after the media creates flu awareness.

It is always best to get your vaccine before supplies run low or you actually catch a full blown case of the flu.

Although a shortage of flu vaccines is not anticipated this year, it is still a good idea to get your vaccination early to have protection throughout the entire flu season. If you have ever had the flu, you know it is not something you would like to experience again.

Fortunately, the large number of people receiving flu vaccinations and public awareness about flu served to limit the spread of flu and other illnesses.

The symptoms and degree of illness caused by the flu virus vary for each individual. Some people will become very ill, while others sustain only very minor symptoms. Your general health and other risk factors will determine how the flu virus will affect you.

Persons with other underlying health problems can face serious complications in connection with this or any other flu. Risk factors include the elderly, young children, pregnant women, obesity, diabetes, asthma and those with compromised immune systems. Those at high risk of complications should see their doctor and consider being vaccinated against this year’s strain of the flu. Vaccination has proved to be highly effective in preventing flu infection.

The single most important step everyone can take to prevent contracting this or any other illness is frequent and thorough hand washing. This is especially important for school age children. Children may sneeze or cough and then come in contact with items other children may touch. Children may then touch their face allowing flu germs to enter the eyes, nose or mouth very easily. By washing your hands frequently and thoroughly with warm water and soap, you minimize the risk from this type of exposure. If soap and water is not available, hand sanitizer should be utilized. Hand sanitizer is available in small containers which can easily be carried in a pocket or purse. Some of these decorative, small containers have cases designed to be clipped onto a lunch bag, backpack or belt loop.

If you or any member of your family exhibit flu symptoms, be sure to stay home from work or school, get plenty of bed rest and increase fluid consumption.

These are very important steps in preventing the spread of the flu virus. This gives the body a chance to rest and recover as rapidly as possible. Any school closings or outbreaks in the New York City schools can be found on the NYC website www.nyc.gov/flu.

Be sure to notify your child’s school if your child becomes ill with the flu or any other contagious illness. Follow the advice of your doctor to determine when it is safe for your child to return to school.

Taking the drug “Tamiflu” or “Relenza” greatly decreases the severity of the flu virus if taken within 24 to 48 hours of exposure to the flu virus. See your

doctor, especially if you have other underlying medical conditions or health risks. The Center for Disease

Control no longer recommends taking flu medication

OPPORTUNITIES AT CO-OP CITY (Continued on page 12)

Tell your friends, relatives and employers about:

2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475 • 718-320-3300 Riverbay Corporation is an equal opportunity employer.

For information on CONTRACT OPPORTUNITIES ONLY, please contact: Lenya Garcia at Lgarcia@riverbay corp.com; AND Barbara Penn at Bpenn@riverbaycorp.com. Please note that emails should be sent to both parties.

Please DO NOT email resumes for EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES to the aforementioned emails.

For EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES, please see bottom of the employment listings for specific directions.

CONTRACT SUMMARY

Contract 2937, New High Pressure Boiler Installation: Install a new High Pressure Boiler in the Power Plant.

Bids Due: October 30, 2014 at 2:00 p.m.

Bonding: Bonding is required Insurance: Insurance is required Contract P673, Convector Covers, Gaskets, Fan Wheels & Rubatex: For Purchase Only Bids Due: October 17, 2014 at 2 p.m.

Contract P674, Convector Boards, Spouts & Drip Pans For Purchase Only Bids Due: October 17, 2014 at 2 p.m.

Contract P675, A.O. Smith Motors for Convectors For Purchase Only Bids Due: October 17, 2014 at 2 p.m.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Open to all Applicants September 9, 2014 – Until Position is filled Originally posted: June 12, 2014 • Reference # 14-30

Clerk Assistant (Temp) Board of Directors Office Riverbay Corporation’s Board of Directors is seeking an ideal candidate whose responsibilities will include, but not be limited to responding to various requests and/or assignments from the Board Liaison. Candidate will be responsible for clerical duties, including but not limited to, typing, filing, and answering phones. This position requires maintaining the strictest of confidence concerning office correspondence and activities.

Applicant must possess effective written/oral communication in English, and good interpersonal skills. Ideal candidate should have a High School Diploma and 2 years of college. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Power Point & Outlook) and ability to type a minimum of 40 wpm is required. Candidate must have knowledge of clerical procedures. Candidate must be patient, courteous and professional in all communications (verbal & written).

Applicant must have the ability to perform multifunctional assignments in a fast paced environment.

Days of operation: Monday to Friday.

Selected candidate must successfully complete interview/selection process, as well as pre-employment screening (Microsoft Office Testing, Drug testing, criminal background check, verification of previous employment). ________________________________________________________________________ Open to all staff and outside applicants September 19, 2014 to October 3, 2014 Originally posted: September 18, 2014 • Job Reference # 14 - 46 Requests for transfer/promotion must be received by the Employee Services office by October 6, 2014. Employees who are promoted/transferred will receive the current union scale for respective union positions, or applicable rate increase for non-union positions.

Asst. Payroll Coordinator Budget/Finance Candidate will be responsible for assisting Payroll Coordinator in processing and reviewing high volume weekly corporate payroll. Duties will include, but are not limited to computing and entering confidential wage data into payroll records. Applicant will be responsible for computing recorded earnings from time and attendance records to ensure employees are paid accurately, processing weekly time-off requests. Additional responsibilities include maintaining payroll records, preparation and maintenance of various Excel spreadsheets. Applicant will be responsible for preparing, finalizing and transmitting weekly payroll to ADP. Candidate will input all information for new hires and run weekly e-time reports. Selected candidate will be responsible for preparing ADP payroll system for next weekly cycle, back-up and uploading of payroll computer/clocks, as well as generation of various union reports. Responsibilities include responding to all payroll related requests, preparation of payment vouchers, assisting in employee related payroll inquiries and additional duties that may be assigned by supervisor.

Applicant must possess effective written/oral English communication, as well as good customer service and interpersonal skills. Candidate must be patient, courteous and professional in all communications (verbal & written).

Applicant must be computer literate with intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Excel. Knowledge of ADP payroll systems is a plus. Applicant must have the abilities to multitask in a fast paced environment and perform multifunctional assignments. Candidate must be able to type forty (40) wpm.

Work schedule – Monday – Friday (shift may vary).

Selected candidate must successfully complete aptitude testing (including timed typing), interview/selection process, as well as pre-employment screening (urinalysis, criminal background check, verification of previous employment, community complaint review).

Applicants for EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES must apply IN PERSON at the Bartow Administrative Office, located at 2049 Bartow Avenue, between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., Monday-Friday.

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Seniors Should Prepare Now for Next Year's Increase Co-op City Times / October 11, 2014

The increase that we will get next year will affect a lot of cooperators, especially some of our seniors. Therefore, I want to make sure that everyone knows about a program for seniors that can freeze their carrying charges, or what other places refer to as rent.

SCRIE (Pronounced Scree) A person that is enrolled in the Senior Citizen Rent Increase Exemption program can get their carrying charges, or rent, frozen as long as they stay in this program.

Here are the requirements: A person that is named on a lease and is at least 62 must live in an apartment that is known as rent controlled, rent stabilized, rent-regulated residential hotel units, or a MitchellLama apartment.

A person's total household income should not have exceeded $50,000 in the previous year or this year. Additionally, they must pay more than a third of their monthly household income for carrying charges or rent.

How Does it Work?

It's simple. If a person is enrolled in this program, then NYC will issue a tax credit that is equal to the carrying charge increase or rent increase.

Applications and Assistance Do you think that you or someone that you know might be eligible for the SCRIE program? If yes, then please call 3-1-1 or go to nyc.gov/SCRIE for an application.

For assistance with the application, you can go to our Finance Department or to the JASA organization.

Now, let me tell you something.

The city has a 35-page brochure for the SCRIE program on its website. And, they have a list of documents that you must

provide to them. So, you want to make sure that you have all of the relevant documents that are needed so that you fill out your application in a proper manner.

Thereafter, the brochure states that: "Within 45 days you will receive a letter stating you have either been approved, you have been denied, or that your application is incomplete and we need further documents."

That's up to 45 days for an answer…So again, please make sure that your application has been done in a proper manner.

If your application is approved, then everything should kick in on the first day after they receive your application.

Example: A person's application was received by the SCRIE program during the month of March, say March 2, 2015. In most cases, their benefit period should start on April 1, 2015. You will receive a letter if you are approved for this program. And, the approval letter will have an expiration date on it.

Therefore, please make sure that you renew this benefit way before the expiration date.

There are also other good housing assistance programs that I'll be writing about very soon.

Lobby Doors The first building to have their lobby doors and intercom system replaced was

Hi, neighbors. We’re back!!! Yes, we are “fall”ing out just like the calendar…Our regular meeting for September was cancelled due to Primary Day election. However, next Tuesday, October 14th, we will meet.

We know you are eager to see what we have in mind, and what you want to talk about.

So, please COME ON DOWN! at 7:30 p.m. We will meet, greet and eat while we set plans for the ending of

2014.

REMINDER: Dues for 2014 are still being accepted. To new cooperators, our building association dues are $5 per household, per year.

Please come down and meet your neighbors. We want and need your participation. For those who don’t know, our meeting room is out the back door to the right – with a sign on the door. See you then.

—Celestine Withey

Daryl Johnson

Director’s Viewpoint First Vice President

Building 24 Association

With Sympathy We are deeply saddened to announce the untimely passing of Jay W. Brown, son of Sherlain (Shirley) Peck of Building 4.

Jay was known for his fun loving spirit to both family and friends. He was a BIG DUDE in both stature and in convictions. He was opinionated about sports and politics, but humble in his respect for personal or professional differences. In Jay, you saw fire and passion; but rarely did you see anger.

Jay was passionate about empowering inner-city youth through sports. He was actively working on developing a program that combined his love for sports and his dedication to the youth. Jay believed that the discipline developed in youth sports is parallel to the discipline needed to be successful in higher education.

Jay loved the outdoors and often roamed the city exploring its natural surroundings. Jay W. Brown touched people anywhere and everywhere he went; he will be truly missed.

Please keep the family in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

building 15A. However, some people didn't like the quality of the doors or the intercom system. But, looking back, you'll see that the cooperators of this building didn't even get a choice with these items.

Nevertheless, a survey was created to gauge the opinions of the cooperators in this building. "Do you find it easy or difficult to find a resident's apartment and code number on the intercom? How easy or difficult is it to read and follow instructions on the intercom? Do you like the intercom ringing on [your] telephone?"

More cooperators chose the word “difficult” for the first two questions. And, more cooperators chose the word “dislike” for the third question.

Then, amazingly, some cooperators found out that their outgoing messages from their answering machines were playing loudly in the lobby when they were not home.

Moving forward, plans are now being developed to replace all of the lobby doors here. However, this time, they're going to hire a new architect for this tremendous task. Will our cooperators be given a choice? According to plans, management still wants to go with a company called Siemens to do everything for all of our buildings. And, unfortunately, this board will probably rubber-stamp this contract for management. Siemens will also provide a new access system for our garages.

And, the same key pass (called a key fob) for the lobbies will be used for the garage system. Guess what other company will be involved in this entire process? The same company that does our painting, plastering, and our flooring. The name of the company is Atlas Restorations, Inc. However, some board members have

raised questions about Atlas being paid for work that allegedly was not completed.

Anyway, why do you think that Atlas is involved with this entire process? Also, why do you think that this entire access system will probably be sold through Atlas?

Management Bid The committee that will handle the lobbies will also be working on the bid to supposedly find new management. Both of these committees are being chaired by Bernie Cylich. In last week's paper, Cylich was quoted as saying, "Marion Scott Real Estate, Inc. will be invited to submit a bid."

But, we could save a lot of money if we replaced management with our own directors. But, notice what Cylich said about some of our directors. They "can also apply as a general manager, as long as they have the experience to meet the specific and arduous requirements for the job as outlined by the supervising government agencies."

Close Whom do you think will win this management bid? Thank you.

Questions or comments? Please send a message to: Daryl Johnson, Riverbay Board Director, c/o Riverbay Corporation, 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475. Or, please send a message to me at darylhjohnson@optonline.net (Please double-check the spelling of this address).

Also, please call me at 718-671-4544 if you don't receive a response from your message. You can also join me on Facebook by typing in: Daryl H. Johnson.

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

College Fair

where students came together to create an intriguing commercial for their peers. Companies such as MMCC The College Bound Program, Avon, Puzzles For Us, the Williamsbridge Club of the National Association of Negro Business and Professional Women’s Clubs and Crisis & Planned Respite Program, were there to educate children on furthering their education.

What many may not have known is that the Respite Program provides a place for young ones to stay when things are not going well at home.

The author of I’m Your Teacher Not Your Mother, Suzette Clarke, attended the fair in efforts to capture parents’ attention. Ms. Clarke wants parents to understand their crucial role in children’s lives when it comes to education.

The students who attended this session were excited about all of the activities that were provided for them. Right before the

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Co-op City Times / October 11, 2014 switch to the older youth at 12 p.m., the students who participated in the raffle won money to put into a NYS29’s College Savings Plan.

Older youth, grades 7-12, were able to speak and meet with college and career representatives during the afternoon session. Colleges included, but were not limited to, Monroe College, Brown University, Medgar Evers College, Tuskegee University, Hampton Univer-sity and the New York City Omega Black College Tour. A financial aid workshop was included in this portion of the fair for those high school students who needed a better understanding of the program. This workshop was held in Room 2 of the Dreiser Center at 3:30 p.m.

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they spoke with 5 vendors at the fair and have them sign off on a piece of paper. Ms. Turner emphasized this aspect of the raffle. She greatly encouraged the students to hold conversations and network with the vendors.

A highlight of the afternoon session of the Co-op City College, Career and Resource Fair was the Legal Skit. Real life lawyers and judges, as well as 3 high school students, participated in the skit.

The cases were 1896-Plessy vs. Ferguson and 1954-Brown vs. Board of Education.

Students were given the opportunity to participate in two real cases that changed our history as we know it. The lawyers and judges guided students during this skit to state their cases firmly; one case against changing the law, the other against not changing the law, and the judge left to decide. The Legal Skit gave students a chance to revisit history and realize all of the changes made to make people of different races live and interact peacefully.

By the day’s end, many of the parents and students who attended the Co-op City College, Career & Resource Fair expressed their gratitude that such a valuable event was held right here in Co-op City where it was very convenient for them to attend and take advantage of the resources and information that was presented.

“I am truly grateful to everyone who worked so hard and contributed to make this event the success it was,” said Director Turner. “I am especially thankful for the support that I receive from all those who have a vested interest in the youth in our community and who support me in what I am trying to achieve for these young people. I’d like to also thank all of the vendors, participants and sponsors who contributed to the Co-op City College, Career & Resource Fair because without them, it would not have been possible. From the bottom of my heart, I thank each and every one of you.”

Happy 9th Birthday, Tailyn What a fantastic day it is when we get to celebrate you.

Here’s wishing you lots of laughter & smiles on your day.

—Mom, Dad, Jay and Grandma Pearl

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This was taken directly from our “Suggestion Box” at the College and Career Fair. First and foremost to all the volunteers and Riverbay staff, you’re amazing! For the first time, we had several high school student-volunteers who stayed the course all day! A special thanks to our vendors and donors for making October 4, 2014 one of our best events yet. Also to our local photographers, Garvin Reid and Kadedra Jenkins, you are the best! We never expected such an outpouring of support (approximately 300) from students, parents and vendors given the rain.

Some of the Feedback “I loved the fair, I’m happy that you helped us start a saving.”

“I had fun, but the little ones should have gotten a tablet.”

“I had a great experience attending, and so much info. that I needed to be here.

Thank you. A.L.” “I had a great day. I learned new things.”

“Please keep up the good work!!! This is excellent.”

“Medical Assistant Programs and Legal Clerk Programs should also be invited.”

“VERY INFORMATIVE!!!!”

“Please have the College Fair more than once a year.”

“Want to see more Technical & Trade Schools.”

“Great fair. Suggest more often.”

“You guys did an excellent job from PEPSICO!” “Maybe change the format and have the high school students in the a.m.”

Lastly, “The College/Career Fair at Co-op City on Saturday, October 4 was very informative and beneficial to

next year.”

Another pleasant surprise was the diverse representation of students who traveled from Westchester County. We had several Charter Schools, Girls Prep, Holy Rosary School, Pelham Prep Academy and Truman HS with the largest attendance. We, for the first time, connected with parents from several middle schools who have agreed to be the student contacts/volunteers for 2015.

Traveling the longest distance was the recruiter from Fisk University who took the train from Washington, DC in the a.m. and returned after the event.

Financial Aid Workshop A tremendous success! Tons of free money is available for students if they would only apply. Money is available for students with special needs. A Resource Package is available if you missed it.

Please contact me.

The Legal Skit Highlighting Legal Segregation In Our Country Words cannot express the gratitude to our legal experts, which included our own

The Riverbay Community Blood Bank will be holding its bi-annual blood drive in three weeks in the Bartow Community Center with the assistance of Riverbay Corporation.

The blood drive will be held Saturday, October 25, in the Bartow Community Center, Room 31, from 10:00 a.m. till 4:00 p.m. Anyone in good health between the ages of 17 and 75, a minimum of 110 lbs. and who has not donated within the last 56 days is an eligible blood donor.

Those above the age of 75 may donate provided they have a note from their doctor stating that they may do so. Individuals 16 years of age may donate provided they have a consent form completed by a parent or legal guardian. Consent forms are available at the donation site, or online at www.nybloodcenter.org.

Also available will be the use of the Alyx System should you choose to use it. The Alyx System allows a donor to donate the same one (1) pint of blood; the difference being that as you donate, the Alyx System will separate your blood components into two, allowing two persons the opportunity to receive a complete blood transfusion from your one donation.

The Alyx System only takes a few minutes longer when donating, and the collection syringe is smaller than that used in the conventional method.

The choice is yours, you will be asked at the time of registration which type donation you wish to make – the conventional method or by using the Alyx System. The blood center staff will be glad to answer any questions you may have.

All donors must be able to show picture ID and provide their Social Security number. Donating blood is relatively quick and easy. Most persons who are in reasonably good health are eligible to donate; even those on medications may donate with few exceptions. Should you have any questions regarding medical eligibility, you may contact the Hudson Valley, NY Blood Center at 1-800-688-0900.

Please be sure to eat prior to donating.

Light refreshments will be available upon completion of your donation.

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

Please be a caring person and donate; the life you help to save may be that of a family member, friend or neighbor. For additional information, please contact Joe Boiko at 718-3203300, Ext. 3409.

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

—Joe Boiko

Evelyn Turner

Director’s Viewpoint

parents and students.

Vendors/school representatives were available to answer questions and explain the level of education required for specific professions/careers. I will definitely return with other students

Blood Bank Coming October 25th Please Donate; Blood is Urgently Needed

Riverbay attorneys, and two Judges for their participation. Coordinating the event was the awesome Attorney Andrea Chilaka. After the presentation and introduction, they stayed and mingled with students. They all shared their personal educational journey and provided words of encouragement about the value of education and hard work. Judge Elizabeth A. Taylor has already agreed to return next year as a vendor for the middle school students. She was connected and shared information about the Thurgood Marshall Junior Mock Trial Program with parents from three different middle schools.

Shannon Turner Porter shared her educational experience at a segregated elementary and high school in North Carolina.

What she didn’t share was this Director’s unsuccessful effort, along with others, two years ago to save our segregated “Rosenwald School” Mayflower Elementary School, and make it an historic site. The lesson learned is that some historic structures will remain near and dear to our hearts, but will not be preserved by the dominate culture in many southern communities. A special thanks to Ms. Porter for sharing her personal segregated school journey. History is important to everyone.

HUD & Former Bingo Hall The new Board of Directors has approved the lease for the former Bingo Hall. The vision is to have a state-of-theart facility that would not only serve youth, but all ages in our community. At this point, individuals at HUD have not responded. Cooperators, including this Director, who want to see the Riverbay Fund, Inc. join the ranks of functional, competitive not-for-profits, have internal and external challenges. As President of

the Riverbay Fund, I will hold fast to the dreams of the majority and support any advocacy on behalf of our youth, their parents, and others to get the message to HUD. We have been interviewing staff and have programs designed for the facility. We also have “strategic partners” willing to provide financial support once the lease is approved by HUD. We now have a network of neighborhood schools, parents and students in our corner.

Other Board Business A memo was submitted to my Board colleagues requesting that the $7,500 monthly check to Lobbyists be terminated and that money be deposited in our Riverbay Fund Account. The reason given was that we are paying our elected officials to do the same thing we are paying them to do. (Public Safety Peace Officer Status).

We will have had an Open Board Meeting when you read this viewpoint.

You will also be able to understand that we have some troublesome and serious issues/times ahead. This is the first administration since I have been on the Board that has “interfered” with the dayto-day operations of Management and in doing so, immediately put corrective actions and new people in place to protect the Corporation’s assets. We should all be thankful for the change in leadership as it came at the right time for the good of the community.

A special thanks to our newest Board Secretary for her dedication, hard work and brilliance in bringing Board members up-to-date with technology. Keep up the good work for Riverbay!

I may be reached at: Evelyn M. Turner, eturner@riverbayboard.com, 917-3241033, 2049 Bartow Ave., Bronx, NY 10475.

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for exposure to flu. It is only recommended for persons who actually exhibit flu symptoms. Check their website for more information at www.cdc.gov/flu.

The Co-op City Department of Public Safety website will also contain a flu hotline check for updated information and important links www.ccpd.us.

Do not allow media attention to create panic in regards to the flu virus. This year’s strain of the flu virus is no more serious than previous strains of flu.

By taking precautions, you can minimize your risk of exposure to the flu virus. Your health goes hand in hand with your well being and safety.

For Indian summer or other beautiful October weather, we remind cooperators of these summer rules. Consumer fireworks of any type are highly dangerous and are illegal in New York State. Zero-tolerance enforcement will be conducted by the Co-op

Public Safety Blotter: September 20-30, 2014

September 20, 2061 Bartow Avenue (Rite Aid) Two non resident males were arrested and charged with assault, robbery and possession of stolen property.

Sept. 21, rear of 120 Co-op City Blvd. (Bldg. 22B) One male was arrested and charged with Disorderly Conduct, Unlawful Possession of Marijuana and resisting arrest. The individual was issued a Universal Summons and a Community Complaint.

September 24, front of 120 Elgar Place (Bldg. 34) An emotionally disturbed person was transported to Jacobi Hospital for evaluation.

September 25, 113 Dreiser Loop (Cappy’s, Mall 1) One male was arrested for disorderly conduct and issued a Universal Summons and a Community Complaint.

September 28, rear of 120 DeKruif Place (Bldg. 8) One individual was arrested for urinating in public view.

A warrant check revealed that the male had an active warrant for his arrest.

The individual was issued a Universal Summons and a Community Complaint and then transported to Central Booking.

September 30, rear of 100 Elgar Place (Bldg. 35) One male was arrested for Unlawful Possession of Marijuana. A warrant check revealed that the male had an active warrant for his arrest. The individual was issued a Universal Summons and a Community Complaint and then transported to Central Booking.

Building 21 Association

Next Meeting The holidays are starting to creep up on us. Not counting Halloween, but definitely Thanksgiving Christmas and the New Year. This year, we are looking forward to much more participation for our Decorating Committee. If you are not part of one of our committees and would like to do so, please contact us at our email below.

We have finally launched our ongoing fundraiser as you probably already know. So far, the response has been very favorable. We are looking to meet our goals as predicted. Just think, one year from now, we will be so much more fruitful and prosperous. Our goals have been set high purposely. When we meet half of our goals, we would have accomplished more than we ever have with the Building 21 Association. Other building associations and individuals are welcome to be a part of our ongoing fundraiser at www.21association.com.

Our next meeting will be this Thursday, October 16. We promise you it will be 90 minutes well spent.

We are neighbors and we are family, we will all win by working, sharing and living together. For further correspondence: 21association@gmail.com or call us at: 347-504-1821.

—Kevin Lambright

City Department of Public Safety, as well as the New York City Police Department.

Barbequing is also not permitted on any of the public areas of Co-op City. Strict guidelines set forth by the New York City Fire Department are in effect for barbequing only on terraces or townhouse patios. Propane tanks are strictly prohibited by the New York City Fire Department in any multiple family dwellings. Residents are also reminded that Bike Riding is not permitted near buildings, in shopping malls or anywhere else signs prohibiting bicycle riding are posted.

Have a safe and healthy fall. Use caution near pools, beaches and other bodies of water. Ocean beaches are particularly dangerous during the month of October due to the effects of offshore tropical storms. After Labor Day, most beaches in New York will not have lifeguards present.

These areas should be avoided. No one should ever swim

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alone. Children should always have adult supervision.

If your fall fun includes consuming alcoholic beverages, be sure not to operate a motor vehicle. Also, be sure to buckle your seatbelt, obey speed limits and avoid distractions when driving.

School’s open, drive safely. Never pass a stopped school bus in either direction when it has its red lights flashing.

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

The Co-op City Department of Public Safety would like to thank all persons who have called in suspicious activity or sent information via our website. It is by your actions that the crime rate remains low and a high quality of life is maintained.

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I-95 from the north end of Co-op City near the intersection of Baychester Avenue and Co-op City Blvd.

Under the best case scenarios, these proposal are years away from becoming reality, Boiko said, and do face obstacles including, among other things, federal law prohibiting direct access to a highway from private land, the preponderance of I-95 exits and entrances that already exist in the short stretch of highway between Pelham Bay and Co-op City, and last, but not least, available government funding to construct such infrastructure even though both Congressman Eliot Engel and State Assemblyman Mike Benedetto have both promised that they would be willing to work to try to secure any available funding for such improvements.

Boiko added that efforts have also included reaching out to the MTA through Community Board 10 to try and get bus service increased in the area, including the restoration of the pre-2010 Bx. 26 and 38 – to help reduce vehicular traffic in the increasingly congested areas surrounding the mall.

The Open Board meeting began with the handing out of Riverbay Corporation’s most recent financial statements covering the recently completed fiscal year from March, 2013 and March, 2014. President Taylor said that all shareholders will be mailed a copy of this financial statement in the near future

to give each shareholder a permanent record of the corporation’s financial status for each fiscal year. He said that his experience at attending recent building meetings have indicated to him that shareholders have an interest and desire to have the information presented to them so that they can understand exactly what is going on with the financial state of the community in which they have invested their money and future.

The Board President added that the financial statement will continue to be published in the Co-op City Times on an annual basis, but he feels that the mailed statements will create a more permanent record for shareholders to keep and file away for future reference.

As part of the presentation of the financial statements, an accountant from the firm that prepared the statements — Marks Paneth — was on hand to explain to the shareholders and the Board various aspects of the comprehensive report and how each relates to the overall finances of the community.

As part of the many other committee reports offered on Wednesday evening, Information Technologies Committee chair Director Khalil Abdul-Wahhab reported that the placement of infrastructure to make the televising of Board meetings a reality is close to happening in the very near future. He also reported that legal issues regarding the long-talked about launching of the MyHomePayge

What a great day for football, Sunday, Oct. 5! A victorious day for the Truman Mustangs Varsity and Junior Varsity teams. Truman’s Varsity won their game, 34-20, and the JV squad won, 24-20.

The Varsity played first at 11 a.m. hosting Sheepshead Bay and the visitors’ opening drive was a ground and pound attack running North/South into the Truman red zone, ending with a fullback dive for a 6-0 lead after the two-point conversion failed.

Then it was the Mustangs turn to generate the offensive attack under a new system this game from Head Coach John Shepherd. Quarterback Donavan Jackson handed the ball to aggressive tailback Maurice Morris leading the downhill attack. Inside the Sheepshead red zone, Morris scored the Mustangs first touchdown of the day and Jackson ran in the two-point conversion for an 8-6 Mustang lead.

In the second quarter, the Mustangs defense came to life, swarming all over the ball. Dayvon Ford, Kyle Petekin, Joel Quiles, Rashae McIntosh and George Obaseki punished the Sheepshead offense. The Mustangs then put together another long drive ending with a touchdown when Jackson ran the QB sneak, but missed the 2-point try.

Following the kickoff, Sheepshead fumbled because of a swarming Mustang defense. Truman then called on its air attack and receiver Cory Hall used his height and long arms to pull in a touchdown pass from Jackson, but the 2-point conversion failed.

Sheepshead then went back to their ground and pound running game, driving down the field to the Truman 10yard line, but a great pursuit and tackle

by Donovan Jackson on fourth down stopped Sheepshead short of the goal line.

In the third quarter, Truman’s Maurice Morris was breaking tackles

and the offensive line was firing off the ball and driving back the Sheepshead defense and opening big gaps. That team effort produced another touchdown by Morris and a successful twopoint conversion by tight end Davion Ford.

“Staying on top of offense was the major difference this week,” said Truman Coach Lolo Mitchell. “The big men were coming off the ball with the proper pad level.”

In the fourth quarter, Sheepshead Bay again started a long drive but this time they reached the Truman end zone with very little resistance. But the Mustangs came right back with a resounding response. Sophomore Ramon Jefferson dashed home with a 20-yard TD run but the two-point conversion failed.

Not to be outdone, Sheepshead used the run and the pass to get down the field quickly and ran a quarterback sneak for their touchdown, but failed on the 2-point try.

Sheepshead then tried an onsides kickoff, but it didn’t turn out the way they planned and the Mustangs then ran out the clock for their first victory of the season.

In the JV game, Truman beat Sheepshead Bay, 24-20, on touchdowns

by Justin Harris, Kindu Green, Imotep Cromer and Sadeeq Nathanel.

The Mustangs football program and Parents Club would like to thank every parent, friend and guest for their support in the fight against cancer. “We will donate our ‘Wear Pink’ collection to a cancer organization to help find a cure,” said Mustang Coach Brian Williams.

“Sunday was a victory for everyone – let’s tackle this together.”

Next up for Truman: The Varsity will play on Sunday, Oct. 12 against Fort Hamilton in Brooklyn at noon while the JV team will host Fort Hamilton on Saturday, Oct. 11 at 11 a.m. at the Harry S. Truman field.

Truman Mustangs stomp out cancer and Sheepshead Bay

web service in Co-op City are closer to being resolved, making a launch of that service possible in the coming months.

Construction Committee chair Bernie Cylich touched on recent findings which point to significantly reduced expenses — up to 55% — to Riverbay for using union labor for painting and plastering in the buildings as opposed to an outside contractor. Cylich pointed to recent figures released by Management which helped confirm the significant savings.

Cylich also reported the impending installation of a new lobby door prototype to be placed in Building 15A in the near future. The new prototype, designed by a new architect, will include significant changes to the previous prototype largely rejected by the buildings’ residents due to a number of concerns, the chief being dissatisfaction with tying in the intercom system with the shareholders’ phone service.

The new prototype will utilize an upgraded version of the existing intercom system.

Director Berk, the new chair of the emerging Disability and Accessibility Committee, reported that new members are being added and a first meeting has been scheduled for next month.

As chair of the Commercial Leasing Committee, she also reported efforts to improve signage in the shopping centers and the release of a survey among commercial tenants to ascertain their ideas for improving the shopping centers. She also pointed to efforts to receive additional funding for store front improvements through the creation of the government-funded Business Improvement District for Co-op City.

The gallery session began at approx-

imately 10 p.m., but because of the late hour, many of the shareholders who had signed up to speak had already left by the time their names were called.

Among the handful who did speak, former Director Eleanor Bailey urged the Board to accept the offer from Mosholu Montefiore Community Center for the funding and operation of a new youth center in Bartow Community Center because it is greatly needed, she said.

Harriet Silver urged Riverbay to lobby for the operation of a free shuttle bus to operate within the massive Bay Plaza complex.

Two shareholders complained forcefully about the increasing preponderance of illegal dogs within Co-op City’s buildings. There was also a complaint about a perceived increase in illegal sublets to which General Manager Vernon Cooper responded that there was a team of two detectives exclusively assigned to identifying illegal sublets and the beginning of eviction proceedings against those identified.

Novella Thomas vehemently expressed frustration that shareholders have to wait for more than 2 ½ hours before they are given the chance to speak at gallery sessions and suggested moving up the session to earlier in the meeting or making certain meetings exclusively gallery sessions.

After listening to Thomas, President Taylor expressed a willingness to make some Board meetings just for the purpose of allowing shareholders to offer suggestions, ask questions, and express frustrations. Other Board Directors also expressed agreement with that proposal.

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Broun Place Townhouse Association

Here we are, Columbus Day Weekend 2014, a holiday acknowledging the explorations of Christopher Columbus, not the patronizing of large department stores. Please remind your “grands” and children of what really happened and what the parade is truly about.

Then take advantage of the bargains all around. We hope everyone has a safe, fun weekend and that the weather presents a lovely autumn venue to explore nearby apple/pumpkin picking settings.

Broun Place neighbors, are you experiencing problems or do you have Broun Place concerns? The way to resolve issues is to air them and join the association. It was good to discuss the questions brought by neighbors at our first meeting, September 25th. These included: are door buzzers repaired by Riverbay Maintenance, communication

and direction to solve issues through CSO, and Kitchen GFI outlet installation availability.

Broun Place Association has begun membership renewals. Dues of $12 per household can be placed in the mail slot of Apt. 31B, Apt. 10A or Apt. 22A. Broun Place Executive Officers are: President: Mrs. Eva Kindaichi-Lazaar; Vice President: Mrs. Vivian Burrus; Treasurer: Ms. Lillian Richardson; Secretary: Ms. Grace Emanuel and Ms. Lana Spaulding and Mr. Jesse Seise are our support team. Become active with the townhouse association and continue to work to enhance and maintain the quality of life in Broun Place and Co-op City.

We are following the implementation of the promised improvements that were discussed by all the powers that be to

resolve the traffic nightmare in Co-op City. The article in the Co-op City Times issue September 13, 2014 is essential in this information. Interesting that some of the considerations mimic the one we have written about, ramp constructions.

Please keep updated by following news in the Co-op City Times.

The litter under I-95 is a continuing problem hurting Co-op City, both on the approach, Baychester Avenue and Bartow Avenue, and exiting out of Section 5. Call 3-1-1 and make them aware of the littered areas adjacent to Co-op City where we have no jurisdiction. Folks complain about the geese and animals and other wildlife, but they are scavenging here because of litter in the streets and puddles. However, we enjoy walking through the Greenway and appreciate living and celebrating

45 years of Co-op City. Let’s continue to work on improvements. Please recycle garbage correctly.

Call Public Safety, 718-379-3050, to enforce our quality of life rules and regulations. Public Safety wants our assistance, “If You See Something, Say Something.” Broun Place President sends love and congratulations to son-in-law, Frank, and daughter, Ayano Kindaichi Miranda, on the christening of their son, Antonio Evan. Thanks to Bishops Angelo and Nancy Rosario for presiding over the ceremony. It was a beautiful.

We send prayers to all recovering from surgery, illness or injury and hope for the best outcome possible. Do you have a question or tiding regarding Broun Place? Do not hesitate to ask your questions and share tidings.

—Eva Lazaar

Join us in a Colorectal Cancer Education Program! Invited are all cooperatives in Building 4 and beyond.

This presentation will be held Thursday, October 16, at 7:30 p.m. in the association meeting room in rear of Building 4B. Our guest speaker will be Ms. Clarissa Martinez from Mount Sinai Medical Center’s Witness Cares Community Awareness Outreach Program. The topic of discussion will be: Understanding the Need for a Colonoscopy. This discussion (with film presentation) is important to both men and women. It will help us to recognize the

need for early detection of Cancer Colon. Do not miss this informative session.

Refreshments will be served and a $25 gift card will be raffled at the end of the program.

Upcoming Events At our last meeting, it was suggested that we plan a trip during the school’s winter break to The Medieval Times located in New Jersey. Both adults and children will be able to attend this family affair. We have received some feedback, but need more before we can start to actually

commit to financial arrangements.

If interested….respond to this suggestion in one of the following manners: Phone: Call me or one of the executive board members at the number posted in the bulletin board in your lobby.

Email: yburrus127@aol.com.

(Exact date, time and cost will be determined later if enough people are interested).

Our Annual Halloween Party will take place on Saturday, October 25th

from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Don’t forget; children must be accompanied by an adult or young adult.

Well wishes are extended to the sick and shut-in and God bless our troops. Congratulations to all those celebrating a special occasion in the month of October.

Remember, this is our home. “IF YOU SEE SOMETHING, SAY SOME THING.” —Yvonne Burrus (DW)

Fall greetings to all of our Co-op City families, neighbors, friends, merchants, and especially our new residents. Happy Columbus Day to our fellow Italian families. School is closed on Monday, October 13, so enjoy!

This month is Hispanic Heritage Month so we wish all of our Latin friends a wonderful and festive holiday.

We send well wishes to all sick, homebound and hospitalized persons.

Wishing all of you a speedy recovery.

Our sincere condolences to those who have experienced the loss of a loved one. We are sending our prayers to you and your family during your difficult time of bereavement. May God bless your loved one with eternal peace.

You are invited to attend our monthly building association meeting scheduled for Tuesday, October 14, at 7:30 p.m., in the rear lobby of 2420 Hunter Avenue.

Mr. Robert Tausch, Co-op City Maintenance Supervisor, will be our guest speaker. Please come out and be informed of what’s happening in our community. Bring your complaints,

concerns, and suggestions out to the meeting. Refreshments will be served and we will conduct a 50/50 raffle.

It is nearing that time of year for us to do our civic duty of voting in the upcoming elections. Please ensure you are registered to vote. Additional information can be obtained by calling 3-1-1.

Please help to keep our community beautiful by throwing away trash into garbage cans. We have a new beautiful mall so let’s keep our community beautiful and thriving.

Give back by checking in on your senior citizens and the disabled neighbors. Assist them by picking up groceries and prescriptions, whenever you shop. You will truly be blessed for your good deeds.

Due to the increased terrorism throughout the world, it is extremely important that if you see something unusual or strange, that you say something by immediately calling 9-1-1 for emergencies. Non-emergency calls should telephoned to 3-1-1.

—YuVonne Lewis

Donizetti Building Four Association

Building 26 Association

Follow Riverbay Fund on Facebook at www.facebook.com/riverbayfund and on Twitter at www.twitter.com/riverbayfund.

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Coalition to Save Affordable Housing

The Coalition to Save Affordable Housing in Co-op City would like to thank everyone who attended last Sunday’s performance of the Bardekova Ensemble in the Dreiser Community Center. We not only had great weather, but the atmosphere inside was simply enchanting. We had over 100 people in the audience that was diverse and included people of all ages and cultural backgrounds. It was a terrific turnout and we’d like very much to thank the organizers, including Riverbay Board Director Andrea Leslie, cooperators and CTSAH members Yolanda C. Schumann and Leroy Moorehead for spearheading this effort.

The Bardekova Ensemble’s performance is one of several in-kind services, in conjunction with the CTSAH, that is made possible with public funds from the Bronx Council of the Arts, the NYC Department of Cultural Affairs, the Greater NY Arts Development Fund, and the Music Performance Trust Fund. We hope to continue to provide more events like these in the coming months and years. But, the Coalition to Save Affordable Housing in Co-op City needs your continued support to make these initiatives possible and successful. As you know, the Coalition to Save Affordable Housing at Co-op

City is a community based organization that advocates not only for affordable housing, but also works to serve your interests.

Therefore, the CTSAH will host a General Membership meeting on Monday, October 13, and would like to encourage everyone to attend because we’ve invited a guest speaker, Barry Mallin, Esq, CU4ML (Cooperators United for Mitchell-Lamas), to talk about Succession Rights. We share your concerns about this issue and want to make sure shareholders fully understand the rules and regulations governing Mitchell-Lama cooperatives such as Co-op City. Mr. Mallin will be

available to answer questions about Succession Rights, so please plan to attend. In addition to our guest speaker, we will be holding our CTSAH Officer elections and need you to be there to participate in this very important process.

The meeting will be held in Room 28 of the Bartow Community Center. It will start at 7:30 p.m. sharp and will end at 9:30 p.m. Light refreshments will be served!

Thank you and we look forward to seeing everyone on Monday, October 13 at our General Membership meeting. Everyone is welcome!

—Sebastian Ulanga

Lobby Decorations The "A" side is decorating today, October 11. Please come down around 10:00 a.m. to help; remember, the more hands, the faster it will go.

The "B" side will be decorating on October 18, starting at 10:00 a.m. Please come and help your fellow cooperators.

Treats for the children in our buildings will be given out on October 31; information will be posted.

Speaking of cooperators, a true cooperator does not steal laundry baskets from the laundry room. What will you do when there are none left?

What will you do when they are not replaced? It is difficult to believe that anyone would want one of these carts in their home, but we know they are rapidly disappearing. Cooperate with your fellow cooperators and return them. Remember, these carts can not be "borrowed;" once they leave the laundry room, they are stolen. Think about the fact that almost everyone has a cell phone and there is a TV monitor in the laundry room. Do you want to be on TV or have your photo in the Co-op City Times?

—Lorna Smith

Due to unforeseen circumstances, we had to cancel our meeting on September 25th.

Our next meeting will be on October 23rd at 7 p.m. Please note that our meeting schedule is posted in the bulletin board in the lobby.

Our annual Halloween party is scheduled for October 25th from 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. Please RSVP. Please

note a parent or guardian must be present if your child will attend. If anyone would like to contribute or donate for the party or decorations, please contact us to schedule a pickup or discuss the contribution.

We can be reached at bldg23cc@gmail.com or 347-9037523.

—Ericc Diaz

Building 32 Association

We are Building 23 Association

Let us know…

If you have news you’d like to share with your neighbors, please give us a call at (718) 320-3300, Ext. 3375/6; email: cctimes@ riverbaycorp.com or fax (718) 320-2595.

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Building 13 Association

Building 13’s trip to the Sands Casino/Amore Winery/Outlet Shopping Golden Corral in Bethlehem, Pa. is scheduled for November 8. First stop, the Amore winery, afterwards the Sands Casino. The casino and outlets are on the same premises. Get your holiday shopping done early. Hungry? Well enjoy the fantastic buffet at the Golden Corral. The bus will leave from 100 Casals Place at 7 a.m. The cost is $85 with a bonus offered by the casino sub-

ject to change. Full payment is now due.

A few seats remain, so secure your spot.

The Photography Workshop • Strokes of Joy • The Talking Quilt Workshop We invited participants to let their spirits run free in a variety of ways capturing the beauty of Co-op City. The three workshops listed above took place in the Association Room at 100 Casals Place and throughout the community and will be featured in an origi-

nal film entitled The Art of Story Telling. The events are made possible with public funds from the Bronx Council on the Arts through the Department of Cultural Affairs’ Greater New York Arts Development Fund and the New York State Council on the Arts Decentralization Program.

The date of the viewing and exhibit is scheduled for November, date to be announced. Check the bulletin board in the lobby for additional information.

Checks for Building 13 events should be made payable to Building 13 Assoc.

Inc. and mailed to: Bldg. 13 Assoc. Inc., 100 Casals Place #32K, Bronx, NY 10475. All activities are on a first come basis. For information, contact Gail Sharbaan at 718-671-3801 or Leslie Peterson at 718-320-1370, our website: http://www.bldg13assoc.com or e-mail us at building13assoc@ yahoo.com.

Thanks for making our team work.

—Leslie Peterson

Greetings, cooperators, Building 19 is starting its fall season of meetings by recognizing that October is BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH. This month’s association meeting will be held on Friday, October 17 at 7:30 in the association room. We will have a full, informative program for you. We will present Ms. Desiree Walker, Volunteer Coordinator of SHARE, an association dedicated to awareness and experienced support for women facing breast and ovarian cancer. We all know a family member, friend, co-worker, or associate who has been impacted by breast and/or ovarian cancer. Some of us have been personally affected. In the past 50 years, the impact of breast cancer espe-

cially has been recognized, brought to public awareness and scientific research and treatment has increase 100%. What was once thought of as incurable now has a fantastic cure rate.

And early detection is the key. Many associations and organizations have risen to help combat this disease and empowered women to be more aware of their bodies, notice changes and seek EARLY treatment. Join us at our meeting on October 17 to learn about SHARE and how they can help.

At this meeting, we will also ask you to volunteer, and sign up to participate in the MAKING STRIDES OF THE BRONX walk on Sunday, October 19, at Orchard Beach conducted by the American Cancer Society. It

is an event that takes place every year at Orchard Beach and we are hoping that Building 19 Association members could walk together as a team. Come to our Association meeting on Friday, October 17th to learn more.

Also at this October 17th meeting, we will have a presentation from Rev. Deborah Jenkins, Pastor, Faith @ Work Christian Church and the 45th Precinct Clergy Liaison. She will talk about Grandparenting and raising the second generation. We are all aware that our ever-extending families often find grandparents raising their grandchildren – being the primary care-givers. Reverend Jenkins will tell us of a group that is actively helping grandparents in this role.

Come to our Association Meeting

on Friday, October 17 at 7:30 p.m. If not for yourself, then for someone you know. Knowledge is the best tool one can use. Breast cancer awareness is a tool that can beat this disease.

Our goal is to give you information and knowledge. Join us.

The Building 19 Association is an active association that is ‘Doing Something,’ to create a spirit of brotherhood and fellowship among its members; to help maintain a desirable community environment and to secure the best service for our member and residents. Join us, bring a neighbor.

Light refreshments will be served.

I look forward to seeing you on Friday, October 17 at 7:30 p.m.

—Lillie Hall

The Association wants to thank everyone who attended the association meeting last Tuesday night.

We had a very interesting meeting with our new Vice President Tobias Garcia showing everyone our exciting new website.

His wife, Nicole, took lots of pictures on August 23rd at the Fun Day Event in Section 5. If you want to see yourself, go the website Building 33Association.org or bld33.com. The web is very exciting because it also shows all of the activities going on in the building. Like the movie night on

Oct. 11, starting at 5 p.m., the movie THINK LIKE A MAN too, then at 7 p.m., TRANSFORMERS Age of Extinction. Refreshments will be served.

We are planning a Bingo night run

by Ms. Phyllis Curia, who is also your Building Notary & Avon Lady, and a Pokeno Night which will alternate each week with Bingo. We have a bid whist game every other Friday night, run by Mr. Ray Cooper, and the Book Club every Thursday at 12 p.m., run by Hillary Jackson. Dates will be announced for the game

nights at a later date. We have to set it up. Anyone interested in any of these games, they will be in the Association Room. Tobias is setting up a Sunday Football showing where you can come down and watch the game with your fellow cooperators.

We also had a very nice presentation given by photographer Marlon McClean who is a building cooperator who wants to take family portraits.

He will be back with another presentation with cards and flyers & dates available for taking pictures.

We had a presentation by Mrs.

Janice Brown; she is a member of the Building and Grounds Committee.

She gave out applications to everyone to write down anything wrong as you go about the community with the building and grounds, not your apartments, just the Buildings and Grounds.

Everyone really enjoyed the evening.

To our Jewish neighbors, we wish you and your family a happy and healthy New Year.

Get well wishes to the sick and shut-in's and our friends in the rehabilitation centers.

—Patricia Bonaparte

Hello neighbors, the fall is approaching; be careful of the weather, hot with the jacket and chilly without it, so be careful. By the time this article is read, hopefully most of the cooperators would have attended the Open Board meeting held in Einstein Center, Wednesday, October 8. It appears to be a consensus of issues of the dogs. Well, we do have a Dog Committee chaired by Director Leah Graham. Perhaps out of this committee will come some solutions.

The Board is stepping out in the right direction, allowing the shareholders an opportunity to be informed of what is happening and to allow the shareholders’ input. But we will have to be a little patient. The idea of the reports from the various committees is geared to offer support and solutions for the betterment of the shareholders, as well as the cor-

poration, so let’s listen up.

Congratulations to Co-op City’s young authors and their mentor, Ms. Ruth Edward. It indeed makes a difference when there is someone able to guide our youth. Let’s not forget Director Evelyn Turner, who is also making a great difference in our community. We continued to encourage our cooperators to voice their ideas, opinions and solutions with the association and they do not have to wait until an association meeting to voice their concerns. We as the building association understand it can be very frustrating and the association will follow-up after one has done their part in seeking a resolution.

SUNSHINE COMMITTEE: We are in need of cooperators to work on this committee, to send birthdays, bereavement, get-well cards, etc. to add a little sunshine in someone’s life. IF

THIS IS YOU, please contact the association. We thank Paquita Myke for her service.

FUNDRAISING COMMITTEE: Well, we told you they will be back. We would like for you to join us in a trip to ACE IN THE HOLE, a tribute to Sam Cook (WE ARE HAVING A PARTY) on Thursday, February 19th, 2015 at the Royal Manor, Garfield, New Jersey. Price is $85 which includes transportation, a family-style menu (braised tips, beef, roast chicken, etc.) and 2 complimentary drinks. We had an excellent time last December, 2013, and this is why we are GOING BACK. We need you to send your payments, first come, first served, don’t miss this Back in the Day (MEMORIES).

There will be flyers posted in Bldg.

27 regarding this trip. For further information, please contact Margie, 917-

921-7749; Nelson Sweeting, 646-6444055 and Sharon at 718-671-1905. Also checks can be made payable to Building 27 Association and mailed to c/o Lillian Sumpter, 140 Erdman Pl., Apt. 6D, Bronx, NY 10475.

We welcomed our new cooperator, Genaro Colon, who also has volunteers to work on our holiday committee. The association thanks you all for your continuous support. Without you and you, there would be no association. We extend our prayers for the sick and shut in, wishing you a speedy recovery. Our heartfelt sympathy to those who have lost a loved one. Let us continue to remember each other in prayer and pray for our leaders everywhere. Share a smile and ENJOY the gift of life that we have been blessed with.

—H. Overman

Building 19 Association

Building 33 Association

Building 27 Association

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News from the Youth Committee

Co-op City’ Annual College, Career and Resource Fair

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.

The annual Co-op City College, Career & Resource Fair held last Saturday in the Dreiser Auditorium for students from grades 3 through high school offered a wealth of valuable information and resources for those who attended. In addition to being able to meet with college and career representatives, there were workshops on financial aid and college savings programs, activities for the children and raffles to win money for the NYS College Saving Programs as well as tablets. Above are some of the exciting highlights from the day’s activities.

Photos by Kadedra Jenkins and Garvin Reid

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.

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The Williamsbridge Club of the National Association of Negro Business and Professional Women’s Clubs, Inc. is an organization dedicated to community service in the areas of health, employment, education and economic development.

If you are interested in joining our organization and are dedicated to community service, call Sylvia Hicks, Membership Chairperson, 917-921 5445. Young Adults are persons 18-35 years of age, you may inquire about our rapidly evolving leaders in the Young Adult section. Ombudsmen are men of the community interested in decreasing the drop out rate of youth in the community. We are always seeking people interested in

Spanish American Community Club

Please join us on the 2nd Thursday of every month at 8 p.m. Everyone is welcome – not just members! Our next general membership meeting will be held on November 13th.

On Sunday, September 28th, the Cultural Committee, in conjunction with the Riverbay Corporation, co-sponsored Hispanic Heritage Day in the Dreiser Loop Auditorium. We would like to thank our wonderful performers for helping us celebrate: Danza y Fiesta (Puerto Rico), Garifuna (Honduras), Eunald (the amazing Juan Gabriel imitator) and the Juarez Show Mariachi (Mexico), Pajarillo Pinta’o (Columbia) and the talented young people of Dancers Dreamzz. We are also very grateful for all our wonderful sponsors: Bartow Liquors, B.J.’s Wholesale Club, Coca-Cola, Corona, Costco, Pepsi, Shop Rite and Stop & Shop. It was great to see so many people participating at this special event. We hope to see everyone next year!

Our Youth and Adult Halloween parties are both scheduled for Saturday, October 25th. The Youth Committee invites you to bring your little ones to Room 4 of the Dreiser Community Center between 3:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. for an afternoon of crafts, refreshments and fun. Members will always be free, but non-members will be admitted for $15 per family. All donations are always appreciated.

The Adult Halloween party, hosted by the Social Committee, will take place from 7:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., also in Room 4 of the Dreiser Center. Members will be admitted for free, but non-members will need to donate $15 per person for admittance. Pot luck, refreshments, music and a costume contest await!

Donations are always welcome.

On Saturday, November 1st, the club’s Social Committee will be hosting our annual Scholarship Fundraiser Dance. We are pleased to present our musical guests: the legendary Tony Vega and the fantastic Mambo Legends Orchestra. For more information and tickets, please contact Antoinette Toro (917) 744-4373 or Joe Rodriguez (917) 656-0811.

Save the Date: Our Christmas Party is scheduled for Saturday, December 20th. The Cultural and Social Committees are combining their efforts to make this a very special evening. More information will be available soon.

Additional information for all of our upcoming club events, as well as details concerning the club in general, can be found on our website: http:// spanamcccc.synthasite.com. You may also contact the club at (718) 379-7017 or email us at SpanAmCCCC@gmail.com.

—Carmen Rodriguez

October is Awareness Month!

Breast Cancer • Diabetes • Lupus • Domestic Violence

Williamsbridge Club

giving back to the community and welcome your ideas concerning accomplishment of this goal.

The Youth Club consists of youth 12 to 18 years of age. The club is dedicated to community service, higher education, technology and activism. If you fit this description, are interested in expressing yourself, obtaining community service credit, developing new programs and leadership skills, you should join this organization. This is your chance, as a young person, to help plan the year’s activities of the club. Don’t delay obtaining your required community service credits in a fun and interesting way.

Thanks to all of you who made inquiry at the

College Fair and to those who responded to the invitation to attend our Orientation and Information session on Friday night. Anyone wishing to render community service, assist with any of our programs, without joining the club, may do so. To obtain more information, contact Sandra Hall, First Vice President, 917-l727732. Information concerning the National Association of Negro Business and Professional Women’s Clubs, Inc. can be found at www.nanbpwc.org or our mailing address: Williamsbridge Club, P.O. Box 6, Co-op City Station, Bronx, New York 10475.

—Sylvia Hicks

PLEASE REFRAIN FROM LITTERING IN THE GARAGES. There are several trash cans on every level for your convenience.

Let’s all keep Co-op City clean! Thank you!

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Co-op City Little League

Elections The Co-op City Little League recently held its 2015 Season board elections and the results are: Hector Ayala, president; Robert Grant, vice president; Sebastian Ulanga Sr., secretary; Rose Young, treasurer; Les Tarlton, safety officer; Cookie Carattini, concession stand manager; Ruben Chaparro Sr., Richard Coley, Lou Melendez, George Torres, Al Santiago, Denise Valentin, directors. The league wants to thank all the active volunteers who participated in the election process.

Passing of ‘Big Mike’ On a sadder note, the league and its extended family mourn the passing of Mike Williams. “Big Mike,” as he was amiably known to everyone, was a former Co-op City Little League board member, manager, coach, umpire and a mentor to our community youth.

Those who knew and loved Mike posted on the Co-op web Facebook page: “He was a good man who helped a lot of kids stay on the field and out of trouble,” Lewis Aflalo; “Wow, a piece of my past has left…he was part of my little league days and growing up in Co-op City. Mike was Co-op City. You will be missed,” Gil Lugo; “Mike and I were neighbors since I moved to Co-op. I'll never forget ‘good morning…good after-

noon, and gooooooood night.’ Rest in peace, Mike! A Co-op treasure,” Mark Dreishpoon.

“I remember Mike from my little league days to the present. He hung outside sitting on the bench in front of the building always greeting everyone. He was a good dude,” Kris Kalmanowicz; “Sad. I'll never forget that booming voice leading the ‘Co-op’ chants at tournament games,” Alex Aviles; “When one gives back to community, especially to children and the infirm, that speaks volumes,” Lenny Shiffrin.

“Mike touched many. His impact was immeasurable,” Arthur Crichlow; “Great human being, awesome with us when we were kids. I'm so sorry to hear this,” Andy Pargament; “Mike was a great guy. Was an early supporter of girls in Little League,” Leslie Horowitz; “Gone But Never Forgotten...He was my favorite umpire back in the days. Even when I didn't have a game, I'd still watch the games he umpired,” Bob Williams.

“GOOD NIGHT!!!! That's what he used to say when you struck out,” Chris Keriazis. “Man, one of the greatest people I have ever met. Good night, Big Mike,” Ian Groosman; “Very sad to hear that. He was part of my baseball life. Will always remember him,” Felix Diaz.

Velocity Track Club New York had a great time at the Co-op City College and Resource Fair on Saturday, October 4th.

It was an excellent event with many college & university representatives. There were career & business organizations sharing information and answering questions. The children loved the Pepsi Challenge and the giveaways. They also had a financial aid workshop. We all enjoyed the legal skit of the 1896 Plessy vs. Ferguson de-bated by the students with the judge & attorneys. After the debate, the children were able to meet and ask questions of Judge Miles, Attorney Jeff Buss, Attorney Battle and the other attorneys that were present.

The children won some great gifts: Julian Caldwell and Matthiaus LoveAnderson won $25. Jacqueline Kendall, Adrian Swift-Henry and Giovanna Tolbert won prizes from the Pepsi Challenge and Kristian Cadiz-Domville won a Samsung Tablet. It was a great

day for everyone. Big ups to all of the organizers and volunteers!

On Sunday, October 12th, Velocity Track Club’s student-athletes will be competing at two meets. Our sprinters will be going the Metro Eagles Meet at Cunningham Park in Queens, New York and our cross country team will be competing in the USATF XC series at Van Cortlandt Park, Bronx, New York. You will be able to see pictures, videos and results on our web site www.velocitytrack.org.

Anyone interested in supporting Velocity Track Club New York, we are a 501(c)3 - Non-for Profit. Just write the check of any size to Velocity Track Club New York. Your donation is a tax write off and we will send you a receipt. For additional information, please contact Coach Winston Dinkins at 914-441-6196 or email me at WATCLT@AOL.COM. —Winston Dinkins

Velocity Track Club

Velocity Track Club student-athletes with judges and attorneys at the Co-op City College and Resource Fair.

“Condolences to his family and friends and every kid who had a chance to play LL in Co-op because of him!” Matthew Sicilian.

Joe Schneider summed it up best when he said, “Big Mike…one of a kind.

Co-op City Hall of Fame. You treated all of us to so much of your time and talent.

Thanks for always cheering for us and serving our community with respect and honor. You will never be forgotten! Rest in peace, brother.”

A Memorial Service for the late Mike Williams, a former Co-op City Little League board member, manager, coach, and a mentor to our community youth, will be held today, Saturday, October 11, 10 a.m., at St. Michael’s Church, 765 Co-op City Blvd.

For information, please call 718-671-8050.

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Word Games 9:30 – 11:30 a.m., Rm. 31 Current Events 10 a.m., Rm. 31 Bingo 12:30-2:30 p.m., Rm. 31 Card Games 2-4 p.m., Rm. 31 Dominoes 2:30 p.m., Rm. 31 Srs. Walking Group 10:30 a.m., Rm. 31 Blood Pressure Cancelled until further notice Word Games Rm. 31 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Stay Well Exercise 10 -11 a.m., Rm. 31 Line Dancing w/Voncile 11 a.m.-Noon, Rm. 31 Bingo 12:30–2:30 p.m., Rm. 31 Card Games 2 -4 p.m., Rm. 31 Dominoes 2:30 p.m., Rm. 31

Fri., October 17

Thurs., October 16

Tues., October 14

Weight Management Support Group – Bartow Ave. Main office; 10:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m.

Word Games 9:30 – 11:00 a.m., Rm. 31 Bingo 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m., Rm. 31 Arthritis Exercises 11 – 12:00 p.m., Rm. 31 Library 9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., Rm. 31 Card Games 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m., Rm. 31 Dominoes 2:30 p.m., Rm. 31 Tablet class 1st & 3rd Cell Phone Class 2nd & 4th 12:40 - 1:40 p.m., Bartow Ave. Services Main office

Wed., October 15

Mon., October 13

Bartow

Einstein

Dreiser Crochet and Knitting

Library 9:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m., Rm. 49

10:00 a.m. -12:00 p.m., Rm. 7

Dominoes

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session

10:00 a.m., Rm 45

9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m., Rm. 7

Line Dancing w/Ellie

10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m., Rm. 2

10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m., Rm 45

Mind Teasers

Around The Lunch Table

Gentle Yoga w/Anne

11:30 a.m., Rm 49

Intermediate Yoga

Walking and Exercise w/Ms.Gaskill 2:00 – 4:00 p.m.

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

12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m., Rm. 4 1:15 - 2:00 p.m., Rm. 2 2 p.m. - 3 p.m., Rm. 2

Mind Teasers 12–1 p.m., Rm. 4 Zumba 1-2 p.m., Aud. A Tuesday Movie w/ popcorn 2-4 p.m., Rm. 7 Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session

Spanish Practice Class 10:30 a.m., Computer Lab

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

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

Bingo 1 pm, Rm. 49

12 p.m. – 1 p.m., Rm. 4

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

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

Library

Dominoes 10:00 a.m., Rm. 45

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session

Stay Well Exercise

Blood Pressure

10:00 -11:00 a.m., Rm. 45

1st & 3rd Thursday 10:00 -11:30 a.m., Rm. 8 Line Dancing w/Ellie 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m., Aud. A

Word Games

9:30 - 10:30 a.m., Rm. 7

Chat Session 9:30 am - 1:00 p.m., Rm. 31

Bingo

Spelling Bee 11:00 a.m., Rm. 49

Piano Sing Along

12:30 - 2:30 p.m., Rm. 31

11:00 a.m. – 12:00 pm, Rm. 7

Card Games

Bingo

2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m., Rm. 31

1:00 p.m., Rm. 49

Mind Teasers

Dominoes

Po-Ke-No

2:30 p.m., Rm. 31

1:00 - 2:00 p.m., Rm. 49

12:00pm-1:00 p.m., Rm. 4 Drama Club 1:30 – 4:00 p.m., Rm. 7

JASA CLOSED FOR SIMCHAT TORAH

JASA CLOSED FOR SIMCHAT TORAH

JASA CLOSED FOR SIMCHAT TORAH

Orange pineapple juice Beef burger Mauzone potato knish Mixed green salad

(Schedule subject to change without notice)

Fee for lunch is $2.00 & $3.50 for guest

*Menu subject to change without notice. Lunch must be ordered a week in advance.

ALL meals served w/margarine and fresh milk

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

For information, please call: (718) 320-2066

New Payment Schedule - Payments for trips @ the Bartow office can be made Monday – Friday: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. & 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. (Only) Funded by: The NYC Department for the Aging, The NYS Office for the Aging and Riverbay Corporation.

Non-Kosher

Soups, Breads and Desserts

Baked pork Baked sweet potato California blend vegetables

Whole wheat bread Hamburger bun Canned apricots

Wed., Oct., 15

Apple juice Shake & Bake chicken Beef Salisbury steak Egg barley w/mushw/mushroom sauce rooms mashed potatoes Garlic Coleslaw Mixed vegetables Alt: Tuna fish salad Orange juice Turkey meatballs Fusilli pasta w/parsley Kale w/garlic sauce Alt: Veggie burger patty

Alert & Alive 10:30-11:30 a.m., Rm. 7 Cultural Dance 10:30-11:30 a.m., Aud. B

Sewing w/Raymonde 9:30-11:30 a.m., Rm. 7 Tai Chi

10 a.m., Rm. 49

Tues, Oct., 14

1:30 – 2:30 p.m., Rm. 7

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

Kosher

Alt: Baked turkey breast

Basic Cellphone & iPad Training

9:30 – 10:30 a.m., Rm. 7

Spelling Bee

Mon., Oct., 13

Stay Well Exercise

9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m., Rm. 31 9:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m., Rm. 31

Date:

Apple juice

Chicken stir fry w/vegetables baked brown rice pilaf Broccoli & red peppers

Whole wheat bread Fresh fruit

Whole wheat bread Fresh fruit

Italian rolled turkey cut-

Tilapia Francaise Thurs., let Cuban style yellow rice Oct., Steamed peas & carrots Fettuccini w/sauce 16 Italian blend vegetables

Whole wheat bread Fresh fruit

Alt: Chicken salad

Fri., Oct., 17

JASA CLOSED FOR SIMCHAT TORAH

JASA CLOSED FOR SIMCHAT TORAH

Upcoming Events/Trips

There will be no refunds for all trips.

All trips includes roundtrip transportation! Call the Bartow Office to register unless otherwise noted (718-320-2066).

Effective immediately, when you bring a senior guest to eat lunch in the Bartow & Einstein Senior Centers, the guest will get their meal for free.

Social Work Office Hours: Please call 718-320-2066 for additional information 2049 Bartow Avenue – Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

135 Einstein Loop, Room 40, by appointment 177 Dreiser Loop, Room 13, (Office will open after repairs are completed) JASA will be closed Friday, October 17th for Simchat Torah Free SNAP (Food Stamp) Application Assistance – Friday, October 24th, at the Co-op City Senior Services Office, 2049 Bartow Avenue, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. – Walk In - First come, first served! Please bring documents that verify your identity, address, income & expenses [rent, medical, etc.]. For more information: 718-320-2066.

NYU Nursing Student Presentation on Medication Management – Tuesday, October 14th – 11:00 a.m. at the Bartow Senior Center, Room 31.

FLU Shots – Pathmark will be administering flu shots at the following locations: Einstein Community Center, Monday, October 20th – 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., Rm. 49 Dreiser Community Center – Tuesday, November 4th, 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Room 7. Pneumonia vaccines will also be available. Please be sure to bring your health insurance card with you, if you have one.

Cell Phone Class, 2nd and 4th Monday starting October 13th - Bartow Main Office, 12:40 p.m. - 1:40 p.m. Walk in; Tablet Class, 1st and 3rd Monday, starting October 20th.

Empire Casino – Wednesday, October 15th - $5 – Pick-ups: Bartow – 9:15 a.m.; Einstein - 9:30 a.m. & Dreiser - 9:45 a.m. WAIT LIST ONLY. COSTCO – Monday, October 20th - $5 – Pick-ups: Bartow – 10:15 a.m.;

JASA CLOSED FOR SIMCHAT TORAH

Einstein – 10:30 a.m. & Dreiser – 11:00 a.m. You must have a Costco membership card.

Wal-Mart – Friday, October 24th $15 – Pick-ups: Bartow - 8:30 a.m.; Einstein - 8:45 a.m.; Dreiser – 9:00 a.m.

FREE Manicure (Trial) – Monday, October 27th – 9:30 a.m. at the 2049 Bartow Avenue Senior Center, Room 31 – (5 people only). First come, first served! Call the Bartow Avenue Main office to register - 718-320-2066.

Fairway – Monday, October 27th $3 (3 hrs.) – Pick-ups: Bartow - 9:00 a.m.; Einstein - 9:15 a.m. & Dreiser 9:30 a.m.

(FREE) Derfner Judaica Museum + Art Collection at the Hebrew Home of Riverdale – Tuesday, October 28th – Tour time: 10:00 – 11:15 am. Pick-ups: Bartow – 8:30 a.m.; Einstein – 8:45 a.m. & Dreiser - 9:00 a.m.

Shoprite – Monday, October 27th $3 – Pick-ups: Bartow – 9:00 a.m.; Einstein – 9:15 a.m. & Dreiser – 9:30 a.m. (2 hours).

Empire Casino – Wednesday, October 29th - $5 – Pick-ups: Bartow – 9:15 a.m.; Einstein – 9:30 a.m. & Dreiser - 9:45 a.m.

Latin & Ballroom Dance Class – Thursday, October 30th at the Bartow Senior Center, 2049 Bartow Ave., Room 31, 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Weight Management Support Group – Monday, October 13th - 10:00 a.m., 2049 Bartow Ave., Main Office, facilitated by social workers. Learn techniques and information that can help you maintain a Healthy Lifestyle. For information: 718-320-2066.

Caregiver Support Group –Tuesday, October 21st - 1:00 p.m., 2049 Bartow Ave., Room 31. The group offers resources, as well as an atmosphere of understanding and support, whether you care for a loved one from a distance or in your home. Group is facilitated by a social worker. For information: 718-320-2066.

Grandparent Connection Care giver Support Group – Thursday, October 16th, 10:30 a.m., 135 Einstein Loop – Teen Center. For additional information, please contact Hattie Lucas at 718-379-0433, Ext. 2139 or 917-7345935.

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WEEKLY SCHEDULE 10/13/2014 – 10/19/2014

AARP Chapter #4997

REMINDER: Our next meeting is scheduled for MONDAY, OCTOBER 13th, 1:00 p.m. in Dreiser Auditorium “A”. (NOTE: Even though it’s Columbus Day, the Dreiser Center will be open).

Please come prepared to get your tickets for the Holiday Celebration, scheduled for THURSDAY, DECEMBER 18TH, 12 p.m. - 5 p.m. at Eastwood Manor $70. Tickets may also be picked up in Room “O” on Thursdays after 1 p.m. or Friday after 10 a.m.

To our sick, on the mend and shutin members, and those bereaved members, please know that you are in our prayers. Contact Frances Wilson, Good & Welfare Coordinator, 718671-5493.

2014 TOUR ACTIVITIES October 16 – Sands Casino with Holiday Shopping – 6-hour stay at the Sands Casino w/$30 slot play & $5 food credit; coupon booklet for The

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Outlets at Sands Bethlehem (no sales tax!)… DEPARTURE: Arrive 7:30 a.m. at Asch Loop (in front of the library) to get bus seat assignment; leaving at 8:00 a.m. SHARP…$48/person…contact Jean, 718-379-3742.

December 30, 2014 – January 1, 2015 – The Red Carpet Party at the Desmond Hotel, Malvern, PA – Stop at the American Music Theater Christmas Show; after check-in, dinner & entertainment; Choice of 4 side events next day; New Year’s Eve “Walk the Red Carpet w/a Photo Op;” Surf & Turf dinner, music/dancing and live show; Cocktail Party & Champagne Toast; New Year’s Day Champagne & Mimosa Brunch w/a show — $575/ person double; $685 single; $565/person Triple; travel insurance available $31/person double & triple; $40 for a single…contact Jean, 718-379-3742.

—Delores Debnam

Goose Island Seniors

Baychester Library Events VISIT THE LIBRARY - A GREAT WEALTH OF INFORMATION Library will be closed Monday, October 13 for Columbus Day.

UPCOMING EVENTS for October Adult Book Discussion Group - Tuesday, 10/14, 10:30 - 12 p.m., King Lear CEIS ResumeClinic - Tuesday, 10/14, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Teen Tech Time - Testing Resources- Friday, 10/24, 3:30 p.m.

Kids Halloween Spooktacular Craft - Saturday, 10/25, 2:00 p.m.

Kids Spooky Tales - Thursday, 10/30, 3:00 p.m.

WEEKLY EVENTS for October Kids Enrichment Zone (Free Tutoring) - Monday-Friday, 10/14 - 10/30, 3-6 p.m. (Not on 10/24). Registration required.

Toddler Time - Tuesdays, 11:00 a.m. (Not on 10/14) Teen Lounge - Wednesdays, 3:00 - 4:30 p.m.

Tech Connect - Thursdays, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m., 10/16: iPad Basics/Open Lab; 10/23 & 10/30: Computer Basics/Open Lab. Click On - Fridays, 10:30 a.m. 10/10: Basic Internet; 10/17: Email Account Self Practice; 10/24: Microsoft Word; Film - Saturdays, 2 p.m. 10/11: (CANCELLED); Admission w/Tina Fey; 10/18 Jane Ayre w/Mia Wasikowski; 10/25: No Film.

The New York Public Library Baychester Branch • 2049 Asch Loop • Bronx, NY 10475 (Fully Wheelchair Accessible) HOURS: Monday & Wednesday, 10-7; Tuesday & Thursday, 10-6; Friday & Saturday, 10-5. Libros En Español (Books in Spanish). HORARIO DE LA BIBLIOTECA: Lunes 10-7, Martes 10-6, Miércoles 10-7, Jueves 10-6, Viernes 10-5, Sábado 10-5, Domingo Cerrado.

718.379.6700 FREE ADMISSION TO ALL

Monday, October 13 — All centers will be open on Columbus Day. Wednesday, October 15 — Bingo game in Room 39 at 1:30 p.m. for members only. Refreshments served and our famous caller, Steve, will call.

Tuesday, October 28 — Going to Sands Casino. Price is $33. Rebate is $20 for slot play and $5 towards food.

Pick-up time is 8:30 a.m. at our 3 usual bus stops: Einstein Loop, Asch Loop, (back of library) and Dreiser Loop.

Wednesday, November 12 — Going to Seashore Restaurant in City Island for our end of year party. Come and join us for a wonderful time. Price is $62. You can pay it in installments.

Menu: appetizer, pasta, Seashore salad,

and bread and butter.

Entrée: grilled or baked Salmon, fried shrimps or shrimp scampi, shrimp parmigiana, broiled filet of Sole, broiled seafood combination, prime rib of beef, roasted chicken rosemary or chicken parmigiana, BBQ chicken, BBQ baby ribs. You also have vegetables, roasted potatoes, soda, coffee, tea and strawberry short cake.

For more information, see Ann or Mary at 135 Einstein Loop, Room 39 from Monday – Thursday, 10:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m., or call 718-379-9613. You can also call Mary at 718-379-4899 and I will return your call. Good health to all.

—Mary Pilla

Einstein Cancer Fund

Happy birthday or anniversary to all celebrants this month of October.

Reminder — Monday, October 13th - Sands Casino, Pa. Cost per person is $33 – casino package: $20 slot play and a $5 food voucher. Time of pick-up is 8:30 a.m., starting at Einstein Loop, followed by Asch and Dreiser Loops.

Enjoy their new buffet and restaurants.

Don’t forget your casino card and valid photo I.D. Thursday, October 23rd – Hunterdon Hills Playhouse, $79 per person. Enjoy the comedy of Breaking Legs, along with their delicious menu choices of fresh homemade breads, green garden salad, Yankee pot roast, fried shrimps, chicken parmesan, crusted parmesan tilapia, sausage with pep-

pers and onions, baked vegetable lasagna, and vegetable kabobs. Enjoy their delicious famous buffet of over 30 freshly baked desserts and cakes with coffee or tea. Balances or full payments are due.

For all the above trips, please call Loretta at 718-671-2958, Annie Eutsey at 718-320-1874 or Lydia at 718-6713005. For memorial cards, please call Loretta.

We are available Monday – Saturday, 9 a.m. – 11:30 a.m., and in the evening, 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.

Please give a call to the homebound and those in nursing homes.

Good health and healings are wished to all.

—Lydia Ruas

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month

To donate or to sign up for the American Cancer Society’s Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk at Orchard Beach on Sunday, October 19, please go to makingstrides.acsevents.org or contact the American Cancer Society at 1-800227-2345.

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Greetings from the members of NCNW! October is Breast Cancer Awareness and Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Please wear something pink in observance of Breast Cancer Awareness and/or something purple in observance of Domestic Violence Awareness to our next General Membership meeting. Our next General Membership meeting which will take place on Sunday, October 12, at 3 p.m. at the Dreiser Community Center, Room 11.

We will have a presentation on both topics. An invitation is extended to those 18 years of age and older to join us. We also invite males 18 years of age or older to join as Associate members.

Our 2014-2015 season portends to be one of the most exciting in our history – with art classes, art shows, lecture/demonstrations and workshops, free and open to the public.

BVA’s classes begin on Tuesday, September 9 in Room 5, Dreiser Community Center. You can choose from the 2 class schedules which are 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. or 3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. The fees are as follows: Annual

NCNW

The NCNW Saturday Educational Program has been offering small group instruction in reading and mathematics for over 40 years in the Co-op City community. Our instructors are certified and their lessons are aligned with the public and private school curriculum.

We are currently enrolling students in grades 3-6. Registration continues today and the following Saturdays from 10 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. until all spaces are filled. Registration and classes are located at the Dreiser Community Center, Room 14. Classes will be in session from November, 2014 thru spring 2015 from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. The fee for the year is $250 which includes a non-refundable registration fee of $25.

Baychester Visual Arts Association

membership is $35 a year and a session of 10 classes is $60. This is the best bargain in the Bronx – maybe even the city – given the quality of instruction offered.

You can stop by Room 5 any Tuesday between the hours of 1 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. to register for a class.

There will be an in-house art show on Sat. and Sunday, October 11th and 12th, from 1 p.m. until 4:30 p.m. Beautiful artwork will be on display and for sale.

Drammeh Center

Open House for Portfolio Development (Ages: 14 -17): Visit the Drammeh Center’s Open House for students planning to submit their portfolio to high schools and colleges specializing in the media arts. Students will be given tips on how to best present their work for a panel review. Advanced registration is required to receive information on what to bring with you. Today, Saturday, Oct. 11., 10 a.m.–2 p.m. at the Drammeh Center, 140 DeKruif Place (ground floor).

Cinema Exchange Fridays: High school students are welcomed to join us for after school film screenings at the Drammeh Center on the following Fridays, Oct. 31st, Nov. 7th and Nov. 14th from 3 p.m. – 5 p.m. Learn how films are made from science fiction, dramas to comedy. Watch a popular film that demonstrates live examples.

Screenings are free. Popcorn and refreshments will be served. Seating will be limited.

This investment is equivalent to less than $4 per hour, per student for tutoring lessons to improve academic performance. All fees are to be paid by December 27. For further information, please call (718) 655-9034 or (718) 671-2555.

Saturday, October 25, NCNW will present an “African American Heritage Art Entertainment Exhibit” featuring Robin Joyce Miller—Artist, Educator, Author and Poet. This event will take place at the Dreiser Community Center, Room 11 from 3 p.m. - 6 p.m. This is an opportunity to bring culture into your home at affordable prices. Admission is free and light refreshments will be served. For further information, contact

The MoMA Teens Guide to What’s Happening Now is a new four-week online art course created by a group of MoMA Teens alumni takes participants on a journey to explore what’s happening NOW in New York City’s art scene.

Learn about the Museum’s collection and gain VIP access to content that is only available to members of the course, and meet other creative young artists from around the world. This is a class on YOUR terms, made for you by a community of your peers. And you can take part in it anytime you want, day or night—It’s like having 24-hour access to The Museum of Modern Art! The course is completely free of charge!

All applicants must be 13-17 years old.

No prior arts experience necessary.

Course begins Saturday, November 1.

Applications are due by Wednesday, October 29. For more information, write to: Drammeh.center@gmail.com.

—Elise Edwards

There will be free refreshments as well and we hope you can come to see the artwork.

Mr. Moses Groves, BVA’s own art instructor, will be the artistic guide for these classes. Mr. Groves is an accomplished artist who has studied at the Art Students League and NYU. He has exhibited work in the New York and New Jersey area and has won awards for his artwork.

Robin at (718) 671-7262.

The NCNW Theater Group has a few tickets remaining for the Alvin Ailey matinee performance on Sunday, December 21. Price of tickets is $63.

Contact Maxine for further information, (718) 320-2366.

The deadline for committee chairs to submit their budgets for 2014-15 is October 12. All members are reminded that annual dues will be collected at the October meeting. Volunteers are still needed for the following committees: Education, Health, Youth, Graduation, Hospitality, Fundraising, Harambee, Good & Welfare, Recognition, Beautification and Membership.

—Lori Melton

BVA is a non-profit, self-supporting organization that needs your support to continue offering high level art instruction at these bargain prices. So come join BVA on this fabulous artistic trek, take a class, make a donation -- tax deductible, and feel the satisfaction of being a creator and/or patron of the arts. All checks should be made out as indicated above.

Science is for the body and art is for the soul.

—Sylvia Lochansky

NAACP Co-op City Branch #2210

National Association for the Advancement of Colored People Mailing Address: P.O. Box 75-3111Einstein Station, Bronx, N.Y 10475 President: Jerome L. Rice Office telephone: 718-320-3210 Address: 135 Einstein Loop, Room 36 Office Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Email: naacpcclty2210@gmail.com Membership Meeting on Sunday, October 26 at 3 p.m. All welcomed.

Nomination Committee Chairperson Norman Thomas announces “Candidates Consent Forms” are now available. The officer positions are: President, Vice President, Secretary, Assist Secretary, Treasurer, Asst. Treasurer and at-large members of the Executive Committee.

Term of officers is 2 years effective January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2016. For nomination form, contact the office.

2nd Annual Law Day - Black Bar Association of Bronx County, Saturday, October 25th from 1 - 5 p.m., Custody Issues, Grandparents Rights, Wills, Trust & Estate Planning. What to do when stopped by the police, Article 81 Proceeding (Guardianship for Incapacitated Person) & Home HealthCare. All invited. Please RSVP by October 17th.

See building lobbies for the posting.

Voter Registration forms available in English & Spanish. VOTER REGISTRATION IS AN ONGOING ACTIVITY. Remember to vote on November 4th Election Day. —Brenda Brown

If you SEE something, SAY SOMETHING!!! 718-671-3050 • Co-op City Public Safety

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General Membership Meeting – Will be held today, October 11th at 4:00 p.m. in Dreiser Center, Room 15. The agenda will include updates on the Association programs, the status of our plans to visit the White House this spring, Friends & Family Day, 10/19; news from the Riverbay Board, October birthday recognitions and finally dinner and music. Please join us and bring a friend and/or neighbor. If you are unable to attend this meeting, you can read our weekly column for information and updates.

Also, if you wish to join or renew your membership, please send a check or money order (DO NOT MAIL CASH) of $15 for a single membership or $25 for families to: AfricanAmerican Association of Co-op City, P.O. Box 702, Co-op City Station, Bronx, NY 10475. Donations are welcomed. Like us on Facebook: “CoopcityAfricanamericanassoc.”

Greetings to all of our Post members who are homebound and recovering from various medical operations. We wish you a speedy recovery.

Happy birthday to all of our members who will be celebrating their birthday in October.

Our Post is always looking for new members to join, so if you are a veteran from any branch of the military, stop by and join our Post. Bring your DD-214 with you. Post 1871 is located in Section #5 in the Community Center in 135 Einstein Loop, Room 41. Our office telephone number is (718) 3208165, and our e-mail address is post1871@optimum.net.

Thanks to all of our Post members who showed up to pay their last respects to our comrade, Westley A. Banks, at his funeral at McCall’s Funeral Home and at Saint Michael’s Church. Welcome aboard to our Post Robert Morton USA and Colon Rodriguez USA. At our last executive meeting, our service officer Silas J. Standford provided a lot of information

African-American Association

The meeting will be expedited because our members will support Cynthia Dixon at her line dance party, “Flow with the ‘Glow’ on the Line Dance Floor, at Dreiser Center Auditorium C, 3:00-8:00 p.m. today.

For tickets, call Cynthia at 917-9037073.

The Association sponsors the following ongoing programs and encourages your participation.

Computer Classes – This class begins at 12:00 p.m. today, Dreiser Center, Room #15. Learn Internet use, virus protection, E-mail, Microsoft Office, etc. Fee: $50 or $8 per class.

Call Mercedes at 347-943-0423.

Creative Movement – Saturday dance classes for children, ages 3-7, at 9:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m., Dreiser Center, Room #2. A volunteer assistant is needed. An interest in dance is helpful, but no experience is necessary. A high school student who needs commu-

American Legion Post 1871

that pertains to our veterans. All Post members, start saving your money for the November 7 Military Ball that will be held at the Villa Baron in the Bronx.

The cost will be $70 p/p. We will accept checks, cash and money orders.

Tuesday, October 7, the Bronx County meeting will be held at the John Frazier Post, located at 1824 Blondale Avenue at 7:30 p.m. sharp. All Post members are welcome to attend this meeting. All of our retired military Post members, they are still working on a recognition for service medal for all members of the Armed Services. Once they decide on the medal, I will pass this information on to you.

Do you know why surrender flags are white? Some believe the peacemaking symbol comes from ancient times.

Soldiers and civilians alike had white clothes tied to a wooden handle and it was highly visibly against neutral backgrounds. The cloth was waved to easily convey passivity.

The American Legion officers, hundreds of opportunities for homeless vet-

Co-op City Democratic Club

The next meeting of the Co-op City Democratic Club is scheduled for October 14, in the Bartow Community Center, Room #28, at 6:00 p.m. The topic will be what should and should not happen at the election polls. All inspectors are expected to attend.

Congratulations to Assemblyman Carl Heastie on being re-elected as Chairman of the Bronx Democratic County Committee.

What’s on the ballot for Election Day, November 4th.

The most important item is to retain the Democrats with the re-election of Governor Andrew Cuomo and the election of his Lieutenant Governor Kathy Hochul.

Next are the Propositions...

Prop. One: Revisiting State’s Redistricting Procedure – This is done every ten (10) years and the requirements/ expectations are spelled out in details.

Prop. Two: Permitting Electronic Distribution of State Legislative Bills – Basically allowing our elected representatives to receive bills timely by

nity service hours would be ideal. If interested, contact Ms. Barnes at 646281-4570.

Salsa & Zumbali Dancercise – Saturdays at 10:00 a.m., Dreiser Center, Room #1. Dance and exercise to Latin and R&B sounds. Call Keith at 917561-6211 or Iris, 917-838-7723.

Yoga & Pilates Mat Classes – Tuesdays, 7 p.m., Dreiser Center, Rm. #2. Lose weight, tone and strengthen your muscles with exercises that reduce stress through breathing techniques.

Call Meena at 718-671-8364.

Belly Dance Classes – Wednesdays, 7 p.m., Dreiser Center, Rm. #2. A fun and healthy way to stay in shape! Call Xonia at 646-301-9438.

Evening Line Dance Classes – Thursdays, 7-9 p.m., Dreiser Center, Rm. #2. Dance to Soul, Latin, and Gospel music. Call Cynthia at 917-9037073.

Fitness Walks – Join us for a daily

computer vs. paper. Whereas they will receive this information on their desks much earlier giving them more time for debates prior to passage.

• Prop. Three: The Smart Schools Bond Act of 2014 – This proposition authorizes the creation of State debt and sale of State bonds for improving learning opportunities for public and non-public school students. Further, the State can borrow up to $2M to fund capitol projects – mentioned in the proposition. The proposition would allow the State to refund the debt to take advantage of lower interest rates if the opportunity arises via the State Comptroller et al.

For much more information and details of the above mentioned Propositions, I URGE you to visit the following website: http://www.elec tions.ny.gov/ProposedConsAmend ments2.html.

Be informed – our children and community depend on you and your vote. Vote intelligently.

—Shirley J. Saunders

erans across the country, including temporary housing, mentoring and job training. I attended the Retirees Day at Ft. Hamilton and I brought back lots of information for our Post members to read about health, veterans’ benefits and other information that could help you as a veteran. Any Post member who would like to purchase any Post item, please contact our Finance Officer, Bill Gordon.

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Alvin Ailey Holiday Dance Performance – Saturday, December 20th. Tickets available. This is a Scholarship Fundraiser and we hope you will support the children. Call 718379-5555.

Trip to the White House – The Association is planning a bus trip to the White House in Washington, D.C. next spring. Would you like to go? Call us, 718-379-5555.

The Association officers: President: Francine Reva Jones; Vice President: Deborah Nelson; Secretary: Ebony Rae Lambright; Treasurer: Sandra Mitchell; Assistant Treasurer: Kevin Lambright.

Office Hours – Association office hours: Mondays and Wednesdays, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Should you need information about association events or wish to join the association, please stop in.

—Francine Jones

Q: Why do bagpipers always walk while they play? A: To get away from the noise.

Q: Who was the greatest financier in the Bible? A: Noah, he was floating his stock while everyone else was in liquidation.

This information was provided by the Post information officer.

—Richard I. Lawson, Jr.

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Black Forum

Next Defensive driving course The next Black Forum defensive driving course will be on Saturday, October 25, in Rm. 1, Dreiser Community Center, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Lower your liability insurance cost by 10% and remove up to 4 points from your driver’s license. Please make your check in the amount of $35, payable to “the Black Forum of Co-op City,” and mail to P.O. Box 563, Bronx, N.Y. 10475 at least 1½ weeks before the class, or you can walk in on the day of the class but you must have $35 in cash to pay for the course. Remember, don’t text and drive.

New Year’s party Start making your plans now for the Black Forum’s New Year’s party, 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. Music all night by DJ. More details to follow. Make reservations now, (718) 320-8035.

Food distribution sites added Starting on Thursday, Aug. 7 and continuing each Thursday after that, residents of Buildings 27, 28, 29, 32 and 33 must pick up food at the New Vision Church, 115 Einstein Loop, 11 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. every Thursday.

Residents of Building 26, 30, 31, 34 and 35 should go to the Evangelical Church, 2350 Palmer Avenue, 11 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. starting Aug. 7. For infor-

mation, please call (718) 320-8035.

Volunteers needed We need volunteers for the Food Program, Tuesdays and Thursdays. If you have 2 hours per day to spare, between 11-12:45 p.m., please call us, (718) 320-8035.

Emergency Food Program We are open on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, 11 a.m. to 12:45 p.m., Room 20 in the Dreiser Center. Also, due to budget constraints and shortage of available food, you must live within zip code 10475 to participate in this program. You must also have your card with you and bring two clean plastic shopping bags. Please also have your current photo ID such as a non or driver’s license or any photo ID card with proof of address. You will then be issued a card in order to pick up food in the future.

We Need You - Join Us Today Membership is $5 per year/person.

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

—Tony Illis

Greetings! The RETIREES invite you to their Holiday Luncheon at the Marina del Rey featuring the Carol/DAD Productions on Thursday, December 11, from 11:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Price: $75 (includes transportation plus free admission to the Spring Bash).

First come, first served.

Contacts: Beverly Waller & Ida Morton, 718-379-0377.

TRAVEL EVENTS: Nov. 5-7. (3 days/2nights).

BALLY’S HOTEL & CASINO. Rebate: $25 slot bonus + $25 food coupon and on day of return stop at RESORTS with slot bonus TBA. Price: double/$200 single/$265. Plus, have fun shopping at the Atlantic City Shopping Outlets. $50 deposit due now to secure your seat. Final payment due Oct. 15th. Contacts: Virginia S. and

Beverly J., 718-379-0377.

Jan. 14&15, 2015, (2 days/1 night).

Foxwoods Casino & Mohegan Casino.

Price: double/triple $179 & $249/single. Price includes transportation, one night hotel stay at Foxwoods Resort, one breakfast, one dinner, and casino bonuses. Deposits: double/triple $60 & single $80 - required ASAP to hold your seat. Contacts: Serita G., 347-5645722 and Barbara W., 718-320-0500.

THEATRE COMMITTEE: (*prices include transportation/Dreiser Loop): Shows at the world famous APOLLO Theatre: (1) Sat., Nov. 8th, 8 p.m. (Price: $63) - presents IRVIN MAYFIELD, JR. and THE NEW ORLEANS JAZZ ORCHESTRA featuring Aaron Neville. Van departs: 6:30 p.m. sharp.

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Winners of the recent Toastmasters Area Contest…Congratulations to the Co-op City Club who brought home two trophies. Lori Melton, 2nd place in the Humorous Contest, and Kim Robinson in Table Topics Contest. They advance to the District Contest on Oct. 13.

See you at the next club meetings on Oct. 16 and Special Family Fun Nite on Oct. 30th. We meet at 7:30 p.m. sharp.

—Kathy Blount

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(2) Sat., Dec. 13th, 3 p.m. (Price: $63) presents NUTCRACKER SUITE. Hear Duke Ellington’s Jazz interpretation under the musical direction of David Berger Jazz Orchestra, featuring Norm Lewis, Priscilla Baskerville, Jason Samuels Smith, and students from the Dance Theatre of Harlem.

Contact: Paisley H, 718-671-8637.

VandDeparts: 1:30 p.m. sharp.

Fri., Nov. 14th, 11 a.m. show. Radio City Christmas Spectacular. Price: $68 (includes free popcorn & soda). Van departs: 9:00 sharp. Contact: Eleanor B. at 718-324-7847.

Wed., Nov. 19th, 2:00 p.m. show.

Cinderella (Sherri Shepherd as the wicked stepmother), Broadway Theatre. Price: $91. Van departs: 12:15 p.m. sharp. Contact: Lois S., 718-3790377.

GOOD AND WELFARE Our heartfelt condolences to Livinia Banks whose beloved husband, Wesley of 67 years recently passed away.

Members and friends, as you rest and heal, know that you are thought of warmly.

RECAP: We require your name, telephone number and your deposit/ payment (Checks payable to - RETIREES of Dreiser Loop) to reserve your seat when signing up for shows/trips. Committee members will be available in Dreiser clubroom 19 (718-379-0377) on Mondays and/or Thursdays approximately from 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

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Church of the Savior

Rev. Dr. Robert A. Smith, Jr., Pastor, and Lady Theresa M. Smith, coFounders, and the Church of the Savior family extend an invitation to every person to worship with us. We are a nondenominational, inter-racial, inter-cultural, intergenerational fellowship of believers. We care about you, not your W2. We are not church as usual. Come as you are, we leave the judging to God. The Church of the Savior family extends love and affirmation to the Co-op City community; A warm welcome awaits you!! A very special invitation to our new neighbors in Co-op City. We love you for who you are, not what you have. Please call us at 917734-4058 for more information.

To our friends and neighbors: Are you searching for a church home? Come grow with us. Do you have a gift for music? Do you want to be part of planning singles, married, youth ministries? Do you have special talents that’s been ignored? Are you serious about changing your life? God has a plan just for you and today is the first day of your new life.

Church of the Savior is located at 920 Baychester Ave. (close to Darrow Pl.) Our mailing address is: P.O. Box 86, Bronx, NY 10475.

Sunday Schedule Meditation and Adult Bible Study 9:15 -10:15 a.m.

Divine Worship - 10:30 a.m.

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

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

Special Guest Speaker - Minister Michael Berry, Greater St. John’s Baptist Church, Jamaica, NY Reading from the Sacred Scripture - Philippians 4:13.

Weekly Activities Bereavement group, Monday, 5:00 p.m.

Thursdays at 10:00 a.m., Channel 70, Bronxnet.

Every other Saturday - Food Pantry.

For more information in donating or receiving food, please call 718-9255052. Because of the increase of persons attending our Food Pantry, we are reaching out to the community for assistance.

Here’s how you can help: WE NEED NON-PERISHABLE FOOD. No soda, potato chips, condiments, etc...Please check expiration date on all items. You can drop off your donations at the church Sunday morning, 9:00 - 10:00. To arrange special drop off time, call Ms. Weir at 347-375-3837. God bless all our donors.

Thought of the Week: “People are paying thousands for a facelift, you will give you a facelift and it won’t cost you a dime.”

—Rev. Dr. Robert A. Smith, Jr.

Hey, Co-op City! It’s been a pleasure getting to meet so many of you over the past couple of months! I wanted to take this opportunity to speak to those of you who are hurting in some way. This month, I’m doing a series of messages with you in mind. The series is called “Overwhelmed” and if that word best describes your life right now, I encourage you to stop by this Sunday.

During this series, I will be speaking candidly about depression, anxiety, addiction, and suicidal thoughts. So many people suffer with these things and never seek help. Instead of reaching out and learning how to trust, they isolate, self-medicate, and feel like they’re all alone. I want you to know that you’re not alone. I want you to know that God loves you, He understands what you’re going through, and He desires to help you.

In addition to sharing all that’s in my heart, we will also have information on each topic, and counseling that is available to you free of charge! If you or some-

one you love is “Overwhelmed” and you don’t know what to do, I urge you not to miss our worship experience this Sunday.

We invite you to come as you are and experience God in a whole new way! We’re located at 177 Dreiser Auditorium. Parking is available at the garage on Dreiser Loop. Bring your ticket to our connection tent for validation.

We have a fully staffed children’s church, and deaf interpretation is available during our worship experience.

This month, Newsong Church is also collecting non-perishable food items to give to a pantry here in Co-op. There’s hope. You’re not alone. We look forward to seeing you this Sunday.

For more information about Newsong Church, you can check us out here: Web: www.newsongchurchnyc.org; Facebook : www.facebook.com/newsongchurchbx; Twitter: @newsongchurchBX; Pas tor Mike Tolone: @MikeTolone.

God bless you!

—Pastor Mike Tolone

Pastors Anthony Davis and Andrée Davis, co-founders of Harvest Restoration Ministries, Inc., extend to you a warm invitation to come and worship the Lord Jesus Christ with us.

We are a community oriented nondenominational church that preaches and teaches the Bible in an exegetical style.

Our focus is to teach members of the ministry to use biblical doctrines in a practical sense to be a blessing to both the home and the community. Pastor Davis has a particular affinity towards the empowerment the youth. His approach is to meet these young people where they are and to

help transform them to meet their God given destiny.

We meet at: 135 Einstein Loop Community Center, Room 42 Order of Services Sunday School – 11:00 a.m.

Sunday Morning Worship – 12 p.m.

Tues. night Prayer Service – 7:30 p.m.

Wed. night Bible Study – 7:30 p.m.

Thursday night Praise Team rehearsal – 7:30 p.m.

Children’s Church – Sunday at noon (during main service) Communion – Every 1st Sunday of every month —Pastor Anthony Davis

In the Name of God, the Beneficent, the Merciful…

The Islamic Cultural Center of North America is honored to be one of the organizations providing religious services for the residents of Coop City. This also gives us an opportunity to correct rampant misconceptions about Islam and Muslims. These misconceptions are mainly a result of criminally misguided actions of a very small extremist fringe of Muslims who are provided endless media coverage. These extremists are a minute fraction of over one and a half billion Muslims worldwide.

Co-op City Mosque is open to all residents for prayer services and fellowship. We are more than happy to answer questions about our religion, culture and Muslims, in general. The following statements explain our view of unity and common destiny with people of all diverse faiths. The first statement is from the Holy Quran, and second one is from Prophet Muhammad.

“Those who believe (in the Qur’an), and those who follow the Jewish (scriptures), and the Christians and the Sabians, any who believe in God and the Last Day, and work righteousness, shall have their reward with their Lord; on them shall be no fear, nor shall they grieve.”

Holy Quran, Chapter 2, Verse 62.

“What actions are most excellent?

To gladden the heart of human beings, to feed the hungry, to help the afflicted, to lighten the sorrow of the sorrowful, and to remove the sufferings of the injured,” said Prophet Muhammad, Peace Be Upon Him, in the book of Bukhari.

Co-op City Mosque continues to hold its Friday Congregational Prayer at 177 Dreiser Loop, Room 9, from 1:002:00 p.m. Please feel free to join us. For more information, please contact us at: 718-829-2323 or info@islamicculturalcenter.org, or view our website: www.islamic cultural center.org.

Peace be unto you, —Sheik Moussa Drammeh

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

Come & Visit Us – We welcome you to God’s House – Your House – One Family in Christ. We are a congregation with spirit-filled worship, offering a variety of opportunities for spiritual growth, fellowship and service to God and our community. We are a multi-ethnic, multi-cultural and bilingual congregation and all are welcome. Services are at the church at 2350 Palmer Avenue, across the street from Building 30. Parking is available.

Sunday Services – The first Sunday of the month is a bilingual service with communion at 10 a.m.

Every other week is the English Service at 9 a.m. and the Spanish Service at 11:30 a.m.

Sunday School For Children: At 9:15 a.m. – 10:30

Church of the New Vision

Pastor Anne L Palmore and the congregation of the Church of the New Vision extend a warm and friendly invitation to everyone to worship with us every Sunday at 8:00 a.m. or 11:00 a.m. We are a church were 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 starting at 9:30 a.m. with Sunday School, which are designed to meet the spiritual needs of our young people. Parents, please send your children to learn of the Lord Jesus.

Prayer services take place every Wednesday evening from 7:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., followed by Bible Teaching from 8:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Be with us to learn the truth from the Word of God. List of Events Church of the New Vision welcomes students in grades 1 through 7 to join Partner’s in Reading and Mathematics, for enrichment. The program meets most Fridays from 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m., during November through April. Registration begins in October and is ongoing after the 11 a.m. service.

The Church of the New Vision is located at 115 Einstein Loop, Bronx, NY 10475; Telephone: (718) 671-8746 or (718) 320-0409. Our mailing address is: P.O. Box 753037, Bronx, NY 10475.

Please visit our website at: www. churchofnew vision.com.

—Carole Haque

Building 10 Association

Well, the newly-elected Building Association Executive Board results are in. President: Tiny Wood; First Vice President: Maxine Sullivan; Treasurer: Lessie Harris; Financial Secretary (vacant); Secretary: Carol Campbell; Madam Sergeant at Arms: Lisa Norman; Building Captains: “A” Section – Yvonne Dormer, “B” Section – (pending), “C” Section – Randy Silverman. The election results were certified by an independent committee.

This election’s voter response was absolutely great.

Hope to see as many turn out for our next Association Meeting. Heartwarming acknowledgement to all the nominees and prevailing candidates for placing themselves in the political arena.

A special note of accolades goes out to Joe Boiko, Jerome Rice, Noel Ellison and Linda Cooper for overseeing and ensuring a most effective and accurate election process. Again – “job well done by all.”

Our first executive board meeting commenced on Oct. 6. Primary topics of interest included Calendar/Agenda planning associated with meeting dates, guest speakers, and general cooperator activities regarding youth, adults and seniors.

Family – thanks for your overall support. We’ll keep you posted to further developments.

—Tiny Wood

a.m. and 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. Classes are for 3 yrs. – 12 yrs. The curriculum being used will be The Super Book.

Prayer Night (English) & Prayer Morning (Spanish): The Lord said, “Whenever two or more are gathered in my name, I am in the midst of them.”

Matthew 18:20. Tuesday evenings at 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. in the church building. Also on Thursday mornings at 10:30 a.m., there is prayer till 11:15 a.m. in Spanish. Come and bring your prayer needs so we can pray together.

Women’s Fellowship: Meets the first Saturday of the month at 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. The study book will be Crazy Love. We are also having an exercise class immediately following the study.

Men’s Fellowship: Meets the last Saturday of the month at 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Crescendo Christian Music School: Learn piano, guitar, violin, percussion, flute, voice and theory.

Contact Maestro Frank Colon at (917) 753-3644. The school will be open from Monday – Friday, 2 p.m. – 8 p.m. Private and group lessons are available. All ages are welcome. Registration is free and rates are affordable.

Trip to the Holy Land Experience in Florida: We will be having a 9 day trip to the Holy Land Experience in Orlando, Florida from August 8 to August 16, 2015. Information shall follow in next week’s paper.

—Rev. Dr. Milca C. Plaud

Pentecostal Tabernacle

The Pentecostal Tabernacle invites everyone to worship service at 120 Benchley Place, (Building 24), Bronx, N.Y. 10475; Tel. 718-324-0334 or 718-3204218.

Sunday School for all age group begins at 10:30 a.m. Mid-day worship service starts at 11:45 a.m.

Wednesdays: Prayer and fasting service will be held every Wednesday morning starting at 11:00 a.m.

- 1 p.m. Regular prayer meeting and Bible study will also be held Wednesday evening starting at 7:30 p.m.

Fridays: Youth service will be held in the evening at 7:00 p.m. This service is open to all young people.

Focus: In the end times, a flood of catastrophes and carnage will sweep the earth, however the child of God lives in hope and peace in Jesus Christ.

Looking for that blessed hope, and the glorious appearing of the great God and our Savior Jesus Christ. (Titus 2:13) (St. Luke 21:9-11) But when he shall hear of wars and commotions, be not terrified: for these things must first come to pass, but the end is not by and by. Then said he unto them, Nation shall rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom. And great earthquakes shall be in divers places, and famines, and pestilences: and fearful sights and great signs shall there be from heaven.

The ultimate hope of all believers is that one day they will reach heaven as their eternal destination. Having the Holy Spirit within now gives us hope of being with Christ during eternity. This living hope enables us to

make it through each day as we anticipate eternity. It is somewhat like the working person who is able to make it through the work week because a weekend is promised to him where he can spend quality time with family members. During this time of stress in our world, hope gives believers assurance and peace when the world is confused and bewildered by the plethora of problems, the Christian is calmly awaiting for the Rapture and eternity.

Hope creates an attitude of confidence, when a person anticipates something good happening, it establishes a certain boldness and gives that individual the ability to face the future. Without hope for the future, the person is affected negatively.

Hope also purifies believers. There is something about eternal hope that refuses to associate with sin.

Anyone who surrenders to God and lives in His will is inoculated with purifying hope. (1 John 3:3) And every man that hath this hope in him purifieth himself even as he is pure. Hope allows us to be steadfast in our daily walk with God, and to endure the trials of life. Hope is not the beginning exhilaration of a new adventure.

It is the enduring attitude of one who understands the necessity of holding out unto the end. It is the solid determination that keeps the runner in the Christian race knowing that the prize is not awarded to a participant but to a finisher.

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Rev. Dr. Sheldon E. Williams and the Co-op City Baptist Church family invite you to join us tomorrow at 8:00 or 11:00 a.m. for worship service.

Sunday School for children and adults is held at 9:15 a.m. We invite you to worship, study and pray with us.

The Co-op City Baptist Church is located at 135 Einstein Loop, Room 50.

Our telephone number is 718-3203774. Visit us on the web at www.coop citybaptistchurch.org.

Join us for a mid-week spiritual pick-up at our mid-week worship service which is held on Wednesdays at 12 p.m. Bible study is held on Wednesdays at 1:00 and 7:30 p.m. Bible study will also be held on Wednesday, October 22

at 5:00 p.m. Prayer Service is held on Fridays at noon and 7:30 p.m. Men’s prayer service is held monthly at 7:30 p.m.; we invite the men of the community to join us on Tuesday, November 11.

The Co-op City Intergenerational Outreach Center, Inc. (CCIOC) is pleased to announce that they will hold their First Community Awards Ceremony at Eastwood Manor in the Bronx on Friday, October 17. Tickets are $75.

Honorees are Delores Debnam, Leo Johnson, Ellie Minor, Carrie MobleyJohnson and Johnnie Goff. For additional information or to purchase tickets, call 718-671-1861 or 718-671-8449. Please support the honorees by attending the

event.

The Scholarship Ministry will be hosting their annual fall shopping spree on Saturday, October 25, to the Philadelphia Premium Outlets in Philadelphia, PA. The cost of the ticket is $45. The bus will be leaving from Asch Loop and Bartow Ave. at 7:30 a.m. sharp. There will be reserved seating. For tickets or additional information, call 718-379-0541 or 718-6717507 or 718-320-3774.

Have you planned your vacation for 2015 yet? If not, join the Scholarship Ministry on their 9 day and 8 night trip to New Orleans from July 11 to July 19, 2015. They will travel by motor coach, 8 nights lodging, including 4 consecu-

tive nights in New Orleans; 14 meals: 8 breakfasts and 6 dinners; guided tour of a Louisiana Plantation; relaxing riverboat cruise on the Mississippi River; free time and much more. A $100 deposit is due on or before October 26.

For additional information, call 718671-7507, 718-379-0541 or 718-3793774.

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

—Hattie L. Lucas

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

Weekly Schedule: Sunday service with Holy Communion and Sunday School are both at 9 a.m. Every 4th Sunday, our children participate in the reading of the lessons and every 5th Sunday, our young adults assist in the service. Bible study is held each Wednesday at 7 p.m. Choir rehearsal is on Thursday at 7 p.m.

The (ECW) Episcopal Church Women meet immediately after service

on the 1st Sunday of each month.

Membership is open to all women of the church and dues are $2 per month.

We look forward to welcoming everyone at 9 a.m. on Sunday, October 12, when we will celebrate The Eighteenth Sunday after Pentecost. Our Annual Women’s Day will be celebrated on Sunday, October 19 during our 9 a.m. service. Visiting preacher and celebrant will be Rev. Audrey Bailey.

Fundraising Events Atlantic City bus trip to Bally’s takes place on Saturday, November 29. $35 p.p. No refunds after November 1. Bus

leaves from Dreiser Loop (in front of the deli) at 9:00 a.m. For seating, contact June Grimes.

Spread the word, ECW 8-day cruise on the Carnival Splendor, leaving out of New York on August 12, 2015: Grand Turk, Half Moon Cay, The Bahamas and Nassau, with fun days at sea. Ocean view cabins start at $1,297 and inside cabins start at $1,217, depending on how many persons per cabin. Although the cruise is in August of next year, the cabins must be reserved early. So if you plan to go, please contact June Grimes at the church as soon as possible to indicate

your interest and make a down payment.

Flyers with more information including a suggested payment plan are available.

Outreach Program: We continue to collect non-perishable food for the feeding program at Grace Episcopal Church in West Farms. Please remember to donate.

For additional information on the above, please call the church at 718320-0844, or visit our website: http://www.stjosephsepcbronx.org.

“The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not be in want.” (Psalm 23:1) —M. Chambers

NEW CHURCH LOCATION: 120 DeKruif Place (street level). Praise and Worship begins at 9:30 a.m.

Church telephone: (718) 644-0951; email: fatwcc@aol.com.

Weekly Worship Experiences 6:00 p.m., Wednesday Prayer Service 6:30 p.m., Wednesday Bible Study Sunday Morning Worship, 9:30 a.m.

Teen Church, 10:00 a.m., 2nd Sundays; Children's Church, 3rd Sundays (K-3); Older Children's Church 4th Sundays (4th-7th).

Church Motto: “We are Christ-centered, family-focused with power and authority.”

Church Mission: To empower, educate and motivate men, women, boys and girls to reach their full potential and live abundant lives through preaching and teaching the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

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

All are welcome to join us any and every Sunday because our goal is to share the Gospel of Jesus Christ, in LOVE, through teaching and preaching the Word of God from the Bible.

The Leaders and Scholars Afterschool Hub has an immediate part-time opening for a School Escort. This is a very important role for a mature (18 and over), responsible and reliable individual who can pass a background check. Call 718644-0951 for an interview with Pastor Jenkins.

Our new Technology Lab is currently available for service to the community. For SENIOR CITIZENS, use will be FREE as an ongoing service

(by schedule).

We will offer low-cost Employment Support Services (resume/cover letter writing, Soft-Skills Workshops, TARGETTED Job Search, Copy and Faxing Services, etc.) to the community on a weekly basis. Pastor Jenkins was a Workforce Development Manager and has been using her skills and contacts to help people gain employment for 12 years.

9th Church Anniversary: Please join us tomorrow, October 12, at 9:30 a.m. to celebrate the life of the church.

Rev. Dr. Sheldon Williams, Pastor of Co-op City Baptist Church, will be our Guest Preacher. God has been good and we are grateful for the opportunity to serve Him and our community.

October 18: Victory Over Depression with Brother Bob Bennett. If you are dealing with depression related to work, relationships, domestic abuse, unemployment or for any reason, join us at 10 a.m. where you will not be alone, but will find others who are determined to have victory over depression.

October 19: Faith Cafe is open where we share a hot meal with the community FREE of charge. The Pantry is also open from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. Join us at 1 p.m. as NYU Medical Center makes a presentation on Colorectal Cancer for African-Americans 50+. All attendees will receive a $5 MetroCard and have an opportunity to win a $25 Target Gift Card.

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

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Reflections

by Rabbi Solomon I. Berl Spiritual Leader of Young Israel Synagogue The season of Holy Days comes to an end this weekend with the conclusion of Succos and Simchas Torah on October 16th and 17th.

The Simchas Torah festivity took on new significance in our days, when it became the traditional time of protest for our Soviet Jewish brothers and sisters. It should also become a time when we became more aware of those denied their freedom and religious expression in any country where oppression is the order.

It is praiseworthy for us to note that Simchas Torah “the rejoicing in the law,” is the time chosen by our oppressed. The Torah has always been the raison d’etre of the Jew. Regardless of the observance or lack of observance, the Torah has been the reason for our survival. The Torah fertilized the wilderness with law and ethic. It gave a wandering people an everlasting goal - drawing humankind ever onward, ever higher.

Yes, some months have all the luck, such as Tishrei, the month when we all come together to celebrate and observe

Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur, Succoth, Shemini Atzeres and Simchas Torah.

But, Mitzvos are also like months.

Out of 613 Commandments, some have all the luck. The wellknown word, “MAZEL” represents an important concept in the understanding of the imbalance of many things. The Zohar states, “Every thing depends on ‘Mazel’ to some extent, even the Holy Scrolls of the Torah in the Ark.” As ‘mazel’ or chance would have it, one or two scrolls get to be read from constantly, while the others lie in one corner of the Holy Ark like spiritual wallflowers. Like the Mitzvah, some have the ‘mazel’ to rank high in frequence while others languish in the limbo of neglect.

In American Jewish life particularly, there can be observed the aforementioned, but nonetheless weird phenomenon of minute observance of the laws of death. Those laws of “life’’ are too often neglected. As we close this month of convocation, let us celebrate life. May the Torah we hold aloft this day be ever with us.

Young Israel of Co-op City

Yizkor Memorial services will be held at Young Israel of Co-op City on Thursday, October 16th at 10:00 a.m.

SIMCHAS TORAH SERVICES WILL BE CONDUCTED ON Thursday

evening – Oct. 16th at 7 p.m. and on Friday morning, October 17 at 9:00 a.m.

Rabbi Berl will officiate and deliver the Holiday Sermons.

A most joyous holiday to all!

To all my neighbors in Buildings 30 A and B, please don’t take down any sign that has information pertaining to the building association.

The next Pokeno night will be Friday, Oct. 17th. Our next movie night will be Friday, Oct. 24th. The door opens at 7 p.m., the event starts at 7:30 p.m.

We will start collecting association dues on Oct. 9th and will continue every Wednesday from 1 to 5 p.m. & 6-7:30 p.m. Dues are still only $5. At the same time that we will be collect-

ing dues, we will also be collecting donations for Halloween.

We would appreciate volunteers along with donations for Halloween.

Along with giving out goodies on Halloween eve, Oct. 31st, to our children we have tentatively scheduled a Halloween party between 7 p.m. – 9 p.m.

Those who are celebrating birthdays, anniversary, and new arrivals in their lives, have a blessed and happy day. Those who are under the weather get well soon.

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Traditional Synagogue of Co-op City, Young Israel of Baychester, Section 5 at 120 Erdman Place (behind the lobby 27B), welcomes you to pray with them. Tel. for the Synagogue: 1718-379-6920.

Note: Our office hours are on Thursday from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. and on Sunday from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m.

Coming Events: Simchat Torah Wednesday, October 15, candle lighting is at 5:56 p.m.

Thursday, October 16, services are at 9 a.m.

Yizkor Services at 12 p.m.

Evening service is at 6 p.m.

Candle lighting on Thursday, October 16 is at 7:04 p.m.

Friday, October 17, morning services at 9 a.m.

Evening services at 6 p.m.

Candle lighting is at 5:53 p.m.

Saturday, October 18, morning serv-

ices at 9 a.m.

Sunday, Oct. 12 at 1:00 p.m., Bingo.

Price is $3 per person. Refreshments included. Come down and enjoy a fun afternoon.

NOTE: We invite everyone to come see our succoh at the side of Building 27.

Good and Welfare: We are saddened by the news at Debbie Schwartz lost her beloved mother, Fay Gross, and that Ann Nabel, one of our sisterhood members, also passed away. May their families know no more sorrow.

We have tree certificates “in Honor of” or “in Memory for” a special occasion or a condolence. The cost is $15 per tree.

If you are feeling under the weather, we wish you all a speedy recovery.

Mimi Berlofsky welcomes all calls at 347-427-4526.

Please honor your Yizkor pledges.

We look forward to seeing you soon.

—Miriam Berlofsky

Men’s Club Traditional Synagogue

The Men’s Club had to cancel the October 7th trip to MOUNT AIRY CASINO due to a lack of response from our friends and supporters. I hope our friends and supporters will consider joining us on this coming trip.

The Men’s Club is running a PRETHANKSGIVING trip to the MOUNT AIRY CASINO (Poconos Mountains) in Pennsylvania on MONDAY, November 17.

We have reduced the cost of this trip to thank our friends and supporters who have supported the Men’s Club in the past. We hope you will take advantage of this reduced cost and JOIN US on this trip.

We provide a snack and a drink going, and for those who want to participate, we play six games of Bingo.

On the return trip, we show a movie.

The COST: $30 per person.

Each person gets $25 slot and a $10

food voucher. Player may use any machine or table.

I would like to remind you that you need a government photo ID card to get your bonus slot play.

Please send checks to: The Traditional Synagogue of Co-op City, Attention: Men’s Club, 120 Erdman Place, Building 27B, Bronx, NY 10475.

We provide a free snack going, play games, and on the return trip, we show a movie.

FOR RESERVATIONS, CALL: Gary, (718) 671-8424, or Bruce, (718) 320-2234.

Pick-up stops: Einstein Loop, 8:00 a.m.; Asch Loop, 8:15 a.m.; Dreiser Loop, 8:20 a.m.

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

Shalom!

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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) 8629172.

CHURCH SCHEDULE Sunday School - 9:00 a.m.

Worship Service - 11:00 a.m.

Communion Service - Every first and third Sundays Prayer Meeting and Bible Study – Wednesday at 7:00 p.m.

The following programs are at the Church’s Annex: 2053 Asch Loop North (Co-op City) Morning Prayer Services - Tuesday, 6:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.

Neighborhood Bible Study - Thurs-

day at 10:00 a.m.

Extension of Prayer and Worship Service – Every first, second and third Fridays at 7:00 p.m.

OTHER SCHEDULED EVENTS Sunday School at Community Protestant Church begins at 9:00 a.m. In Sunday School, in a nurturing Christian education environment, an opportunity is provided for children to learn about the Bible, to grow in grace, to show love and respect for one another and to live more abundant lives. Children attending Sunday School are served breakfast after classes are over. We encourage you to bring your child, children or grandchildren to Sunday School and we look forward to seeing you.

Tomorrow, Sunday, October 12th, 4:00 p.m. at the church – A fantastic Fur Extravaganza – A Fashion Show featur-

ing the fur collection of the renowned furrier Antonovich. There will be beautifully designed furs and other material of all description for men and women in a variety of sizes. Donation: $20, includes a raffle of a designer fur donated by Antonovich. For tickets, call the church at (718) 862-9172 or (718) 379-4237.

Tickets may also be purchased at the door.

Saturday, October 18th, 9:00 p.m. 2:00 a.m. – Enjoy a great evening of entertainment at the South Carolina Committee’s Annual Dance in Dreiser Auditorium, Co-op City. Music by DJ Jimmy Pressley. Ticket: $25 in advance (no tickets sold at door) available by calling (718) 379-8514, (718) 671-5493, (718) 671-0231.

THE WOMEN’S GUILD INVITES YOU TO JOIN US ON OUR

CHRISTMAS/NEW YEAR EXTRAVAGANZA, December 22, 2015 – January 3, 2016. A FANTASTIC 12NIGHT SOUTHERN CARI-BBEAN CRUISE ABOARD THE MAGNIFICENT QUEEN MARY 2, departing from New York, Red Hook in Brooklyn.

Ports of Call: St. Thomas, Charlotte Amalie; St. Kitts, Basseterre; St. Lucia, Castries; St. Maarten, Phillipsburg; Tortola, Road Town.

To make a reservation or for additional information about the cruise, please call (718) 320-1435, (718) 671-5961 or (718) 320-8576.

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

—Evan G. Mitchell

The Circle of Christ Church family extends a warm welcome to you and your family and invites you to come and worship with us at 147 Dreiser Loop, patio level (located in the Dreiser Community Center).

Thought for this week: Now all glory to God, who is able, through his mighty power at work within us, to accomplish infinitely more than we might ask or think. Ephesians 3: 20.

Reviving God-given dream in our lives can be scary, but at the same time is a fire living in our heart. The dream has been dampened by doubts and logistics of adulthood. Are you letting doubts

whisper around every thought? What is your God-given dream? Did God call you to write, preach, teach, sing, to be a pastor, usher, or to the mission field or a calling not mentioned? When we finally accept that truth, your attitude changes, it becomes an assignment.

Thinking about the dream is much easier than acting on it, because it is going to take a lot of work and sacrifice. And there is always an excuse.

God has asked some of you to do something and you have not done it yet. We need to shift from a passive to an active approach in our calling. To move from disobedience to obedience. To step into

an unfamiliar world believing that God has called you and will not abandon you. This is a way that God increases our faith. When we step in to obedience we see how God has the power to accomplish any dream. Ephesians 3:20.

Will today be your day to accept your assignment?

We want to remind you that we are collecting non-perishables items and supplies in order to provide and support families in need of food. We also are providing counseling and referrals for families in the community. If you need or know someone in need, please call 347-945-1992. Please leave a message

and we will gladly call you back.

Come join us at Circle of Christ Church and experience the Love of God. Church Service Schedule Wednesday, 7:00 to 9:00 p.m., Prayer & Bible Study.

Friday, 7:00 to 9:00 p.m., Youth Night and Children Bible Club.

Sunday, 11:00 a.m. Worship and the Word.

Children Church, 5 years old to 12 years old.

Little lamb.

Special Events Cafe Jesus, October 24 at 7 p.m.

All are welcome! —Rev. Sam Colon

N.Y., 10475; main entrance - red buzzer. Doors open at 2:30 p.m. on Sunday. Free parking is available in Garage #1 on Darrow Place. Church phone: 347-920-5607.

DO YOU NEED A REVIVAL IN YOUR SOUL? Come out and fellowship with us each Sunday afternoon (3:45 p.m.) in October. We will be Revived, Restored and Renewed by the powerful Word of God. The dynamic and anointed preachers who will preach SALVATION for the month of October are: Reverend Lillian Berry – 10/12, One Love in Jesus Healing & Deliverance Evangelist Mabel Burton – 10/19, Family of God Church of Christ Minister Harriet Samson – 10/28, Victory Outreach Church PRAISE PARTY: A new and “out the box” fellowship at Greater Love.

The evening’s theme is … “BUT GOD”… Come out and share your testimony about our victory in Jesus Christ.

Even if you don’t yet have a personal relationship with Christ, you will be eager to develop one at the conclusion of the fellowship. Attire: flannel PJs/tee shirts/sweats/slippers/sneakers…clothes & footwear for comfort ONLY! Men & women will meet separately. The Spiritual Leaders for the evening are Evangelist Fayeth Hall (women) and Presiding Elder Boyce Landrum (men).

Lite refreshments served. Friday, November 7th at 8:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m., Adults 18+.

Weekly Schedule Sunday Bible School: 3:00 p.m. (sharp) to 3:45 p.m.

Sunday Afternoon Praise & Worship: 3:45 p.m.

Holy Communion – First Sunday

Tuesday Evening Prayer: 7:00 p.m.

Training for Service - A Survey of the Bible: Thursday Eve Family Nite/Youth Nite Blessing/Dedication of Children Food Pantry & Christian Library (donations welcome) Peace & Blessings!

—Pastor Carol Landrum

“And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose.” Romans 8:28 Spiritual Food for Thought Regardless of circumstances and chaos around you, God would have you find the place of peace within yourself – in the Spirit. Establish yourself in complete faith and trust that God has heard your prayers and will direct your steps according to His perfect will. Be alert to the spiritual revelation in these times that will build character and inner strength.

At Greater Love Baptist Church, we believe that there is only one true God. This God is invisible, holy, eternal, and has all power and wisdom. In the Bible, God reveals himself as three persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. This is why he is called "Triune." These three persons in one God are all God. They are equal in power, glory, and in every other quality. To deny or ignore one person is to deny all of them. It is God who created, redeemed, and sanctified us.

On behalf of the Presiding Elder B. Landrum, Pastor C. Landrum, and the Greater Love family, we welcome and encourage you to fellowship with us.

We are a teaching, preaching, tithing, faith and Bible way ministry conveniently located at 900 Co-op City Blvd.

(Bldg. 2A), on the ground level, Bronx,

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1. CHURCH WORSHIP SPACE AVAILABLE: St. Paul's Episcopal /Anglican Church on 489 St. Paul's Place off Washington Avenue, Bronx, wishes to rent out its Worship space on Saturdays and other week days. The Worship space can also be made available for rent on Sundays after 3pm.

The Church can seat over three hundred people.

2. 7,500 SQUARE FOOT SPACE, comprising a two story attached annex building to St. Paul's Episcopal Church available for rent. The space was used as a Pre-School until June 2012.

If interested, call Father Scott on 914-384-2929 for an appointment.

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