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Vol. 46 No. 43

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Co-op City’s monthly Con Edison Hearings into closing of bill reaches new low in August Co-op City Post offices scheduled BY BILL STUTTIG by more than 90% from $1.9 million in for November 1st and 2nd Co-op City’s bill from Con Edison for December 2009, to just $176,000 for the BY BILL STUTTIG Co-op City residents will get their chance to voice directly to Postal service officials their opposition to plans to close Co-op City’s two satellite Posts Offices in Dreiser and Einstein Community Center. Two hearings are scheduled for 6 to 8 p.m. on November 1st at the Dreiser Community Center auditorium and 6 to 8 p.m., November 2nd in Room 45 of the Einstein Community Center. The first hearing will be to specifically address the closing of the Dreiser office and the second to address the closing of the Einstein office although the issues concerning the closing of either post office are very much the same. Hearings are set in each community affected by the 15 post offices proposed to be closed in the Bronx, which include the two in Co-op City. A representative of the Bronx Postmaster’s office said that residents who wish to speak can sign-up the evening at the hearing. No pre-registration is necessary. The Postal Service’s plans to close the two Co-op City locations, along with approximately 3700 other Post Offices

throughout the Untied States, was announced in July. “Today, more than 35 percent of the Postal Service’s retail revenue comes from expanded access locations such as grocery stores, drug stores, office supply stores, retail chains, self-service kiosks, ATMs and usps.com, open 24/7,” said Postmaster General Patrick Donahue at the time of the announced closings. “Our customer’s habits have made it clear that they no longer require a physical post office to conduct most of their postal business.” Postal Service officials said in the summer that the agency will document the workload in each location and hold meetings with communities to look for alternatives before any final decisions are made. No dates were announced as to when a final decision on closings will be made. “As part of the process, the community will be given the opportunity to provide feedback via a survey and attend a public meeting regarding the possible discontinuance,” Darleen Reid, a USPS spokesperson, said in July. (Continued on page 2)

Co-op City resident partners with Share Our Shoes to bring massive shoe drive to Co-op City BY ROZAAN BOONE Share Our Shoes (SOS), a North Carolina based not-for-profit shoe charity, is hoping that Co-op City residents will clean out their closets and help fellow shareholder Evelyn Turner to fill a truck with new or gently used shoes on November 12 when the organization stops throughout the development as a result of the outreach efforts of Ms. Turner. The shoes collected in Co-op City will be sent to Haiti and other parts of the world, including right here in the United States, where natural disasters and fires have displaced people and destroyed their personal belongings, as well as to those who simply cannot afford to purchase shoes for themselves and their families. Ms. Turner, a Co-op City resident and social worker by profession who is originally from North Carolina, became aware of the efforts of SOS and its founder, Jennifer Pierce, when she read an article in a newspaper that she subscribes to from the Raleigh-Durham area. After reading the article, she called Ms. Pierce and subsequently visited SOS. “Jennifer told me that she started the organization when one of her daughter’s

friends who lived right across the street could not come over to her house to play because she did not have shoes to wear,” said Turner. “Her daughter took a pair of her shoes out of her closet and asked if she could share it with her friend and that’s how she got the idea for this organization which she started in the basement of her home.” Turner shared with Pierce during her visit to Raleigh, N.C. that she lives in Coop City, a city within a city. “I told her I’m sure my community could share their shoes and I made a commitment to approach our Board of Directors to start a shoe drive as a community service project,” said Turner. “I simply had to get involved. As a social worker, my mission is to help others for the rest of my life. That’s what I’m most passionate about.” Turner, a resident of Building 35, spoke to Riverbay Board Director Bill Gordon who is also president of her building association and he advised her to contact Michelle Sajous, Riverbay’s Director of Community Relations. After Turner’s (Continued on page 4)

electrical usage by the community in August reached a new low for recent years, according to figures released by Riverbay’s Finance Department this week. For the period beginning August 3, 2011 and ending September 1st, 2011, Con Edison billed Riverbay $175,921 for electricity supplied by the utility, down from $341,687 just the month before and, much more significantly, down by more than a million dollars from monthly bills received by Riverbay from Con Edison just nine months ago. For the month of December, 2010, Riverbay was billed and paid more than $1.5 million for usage of power supplied by the utility that month. For December 2009, the bill was even more, nearly $1.9 million, meaning that in just 20 months, Rivebay has reduced its Con Edison bill

month of August this year. Prior to August, from March of this year to July, Con Edison’s bills were approximately $300,000 on average. The mild temperatures of this past August, with no significant heat waves as compared to July, might have something to do with the historically low usage, but Brian Reardon, Riverbay’s Power Plant Director, said this week that it is more likely due to the plant’s more efficient operation as staff becomes more familiar with the co-generation equipment and producing the community’s own power more efficiently. “We are never going to reach the point when we owe nothing to Con Edison, because we will always have them as a (Continued on page 5)

Procedural changes to air monitoring/ flooring replacement lessens inconvenience to shareholders Although our battle to be able to terminate the asbestos abatement program altogether continues, as we’ve previously reported, we continually strive to receive variances that will make the asbestos abatement process less restricting which saves the housing company time and money. That being said, we were recent-

ly successful in getting a variance which enables us to have an independent air monitoring company take air samples once, as opposed to four times as was required previously. The City of New York’s Department (Continued on page 6)

Pink and Proud...Students, teachers, administrators and parents from P.S. 153 stand proudly beside a chart showing how the school raised more than $4200 this month in the fight against breast cancer as part of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Teacher and campaign coordinator Miss Williams explained that many in the P.S. 153 family have been affected by the disease in recent years and the annual campaign is the school’s way to fight back and support women from the Bronx currently fighting breast cancer and all Bronx women in getting the examinations required to detect the disease at its earliest, most curable stages. Miss Williams explained that all the money raised will go directly to helping women from the Bronx, including helping women who can’t afford it receive their annual mammograms. P.S. 153 Principal Virginia Goka said, “I am extremely proud of the students and staff of P.S. 153 for the great work they have done in supporting the cause of breast cancer awareness. We are hoping this money will help research finally find a cure for this disease.” Photo by Bill Stuttig

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“This announcement represents an initial rollout of offices across the nation to study based on criteria established by our headquarters office. This announcement should not suggest that every study will result in a closure,” Reid said. “It is a case-by-case consideration of how additional community-based access points can supplement local services in ways that help us extract some overhead operating expenses.” In the time since the proposed closings were announced, Co-op City community leaders and residents have joined with Postal Service workers to publicly protest the plans by staging marches, one on August 18th at the Einstein Shopping Center and another on September 27th at the Dreiser Shopping Center. Petitions are also being circulated throughout the community which residents are urged to sign. At the second rally, held a few weeks ago at the Dreiser Shopping Center, James Perez, Bronx Assistant Director of the Postal Workers Union, said, “The continuing story is that the Postal Service is disenfranchising the community at large, specifically the seniors and those without computer access who would rather come to the Post Office.” Perez urged the residents of Co-op City and other affected communities in the Bronx to continue to host rallies, voice their opposition to proposed legis-

lation to dismantle the Postal Service in large part and put pressure on their local representatives to support legislation that will allow the Postal Service to operate in a fiscally sound way well into the future. Legislation that worries both postal workers and customers is HR2309 which, according to the Postal union, would establish a solvency authority over the Postal Service to cut wages, benefits and eliminate job security. According to the union, the bill, if passed, would order $1 billion worth of post office closures in the first year and another $1 billion worth in the second year after its passage. Bill HR 1351 counters this measure by giving the Postal Service the authority to utilize its overpayments into pension futures in order to attain fiscal solvency and avoid cuts to services. Union representatives of Postal Service workers have urged residents to contact their federal elected officials about which bill to support in Congress in order to save both the community’s Postal services and the jobs of thousands of Postal Service workers. Riverbay Board Director Eleanor Bailey, a longtime member of the postal workers union and a chief organizer of the Co-op City rallies, said at the Dreiser center rally in October: “Folks, we have to wake up. This is the beginning of a disturbing trend if federal employees in

New York lose their union because this is the primary issue that this bill 2309 is about, ending collective bargaining rights, and taking retirees out of the health benefits plan. If they knock us out of that, we are in trouble for real. Besides laying off thousands of people, the bill in Congress would eliminate those with the most seniority first. People need to wake up because the Postal Service is not part of the federal budget; it has never been part of the federal budget. We need to write Congressman (Joseph) Crowley and Senators (Charles) Schumer and (Kirsten) Gillibrand to hold on and make sure that we don’t become another Wisconsin.” The Postal Service’s proposal involves replacing branch locations at Einstein and Dreiser with a “Village Post Office” in a store nearby that would sell stamps and offer flat-rate package shipments. The Post Office now has 32,000 Postal Service offices across the country and more than 70,000 of these third-party retail store locations. The Postal Service receives no tax dollars for operating expenses, and relies on the sale of postage, products and services to fund its operations. “When you consider that these village post offices they are talking about will only take small packages, where will you go when you have to mail a larger package?” asked Bailey. “Looks like they are

trying to take us back to when our mail was being processed in Queens and delivery was significantly delayed. When you consider that on its own Co-op City is bigger than many other major municipalities in New York State, closing the Dreiser and Einstein Post Offices is the most ridiculous notion I have heard of in a long time. This affects more than postal workers and their union. This will impact all of us.” The agency, which had $67 billion in revenue for fiscal year 2010, would save $200 million by closing the 3,653 post offices, according to a published report. Earlier this week, the U.S. Postal Service announced price increases for First Class stamps (Forever), the first price increase in more than 2½ years, and several other mailing categories, which become effective on January 22, 2012. Going forward, it will cost a penny more, 45 cents, to mail a first class letter. In making the announcement, Donahoe said: “The overall average price increase is small and is needed to help address our current financial crisis. We continue to take actions within our control to increase revenue in other ways and to aggressively cut costs. To return to sound financial footing, we urgently need enactment of comprehensive, longterm legislation to provide the Postal Service with a more flexible business model.”

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2nd Combing ty Blood p Cinext Co-oDrive Riverbay Holiday food & toy drives Public Safety and the Riverbay Fund, in conjunction with the Black Forum of Co-op City, are sponsoring a food drive to help stock the Black Forum’s food pantry for the Holiday season. In addition, Public Safety and the Riverbay Fund will be having a toy drive. The toys will be distributed to the nursery and day care centers in the community by the seniors in the JASA program at JASA’s December 22nd holiday party. Donations of unexpired canned and boxed foods, as well as dry good, and wrapped and unwrapped toys will be accepted. Collection boxes for both the food and toys will be placed in the outer office of the Co-op City Public Safety Department in the Riverbay administrative offices. Both drives end on December 22.

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Annual Halloween Costume Party and Haunted House presented by Riverbay Fund BY ROZAAN BOONE On Friday, October 28, the Riverbay Fund will present the annual Children’s Costume Party from 5-8 p.m. in the Dreiser Auditorium for trick or treaters aged 5 and up. This year’s featured attraction will be Uncle Majic, as seen on television. The annual Haunted House will be on Saturday and Sunday, October 29-30, respectively. Organized by Riverbay’s Director of Community Relations, Michelle Sajous, this year’s costume party will be highlighted by a 2-hour presentation by Uncle Majic. “Uncle Majic is considered the hip hop magician and he’s bringing a clown and a DJ,” said Sajous. During the first hour of the party, there will be complimentary candy and juice, and tattoos by the Girl Scouts. There will

also be a dance contest for the children. “All children in the community are invited to attend the costume party and enjoy the spectacular performance by Uncle Majic, and the other attractions that have been planned,” said Sajous. During the weekend, Uncle Majic on Saturday, October 29 and Sunday, October 30, the Riverbay Fund will once again sponsor the highly anticipated Haunted House, a popular Halloween event in the community. The Haunted House will be from 5-8 p.m. in Room 28 of the Bartow Community Center, 2049 Bartow Avenue. “This event is open to everyone in the

community—children and adults alike,” said Sajous. “The youth volunteers who assist in putting on this event each year are invaluable and I thank them for their participation once again this year.” Public Safety officers will be on duty at both of these events to ensure the safety of the attendees. Last year, approximately 800 children attended the Costume Party, Sajous said. On the first night of the Haunted House, 522 children and adults attended and on the second night, 403 people attended. Both the annual Riverbay Halloween Costume Party and the Haunted House are sponsored by the Riverbay Fund.

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month

Assemblyman Benedetto lobby visits Assemblyman Michael Benedetto will visit the following lobbies in Coop City between 5:15 p.m. and 7:00 p.m., as follows: October 27—140 Debs Place November 3—120 Benchley Please come out and bring your issues to the assemblyman.

Next CB #10 Meeting Thursday The next Community Board #10 meeting will be held on Thursday, October 27, 7:30 p.m., at Villa Barone Restaurant (Pelham Bay Station), 3289 Westchester Avenue, Bronx, N.Y. 10471. Please make every effort to attend. For further information, please call (718) 892-1161.

T h e R iver b a y F u n d a n d t he Sp a n ish-Am er ica n C om m u nit y C lu b r ecognized H ispa n ic H er it a ge wit h ‘E l Dia de la R a za ,’ on Sa t u r d a y, O ct ob er 8t h in t h e Dr eiser Au d it or iu m fea t u r in g I n n ova t ion a l Dr u m m ing a n d Bom ba Yo St a r lit e Da nce St u d io’s Agr essivo & J r. H ea r t Br ea k Boyz. Photos by Michelle Sajous

16th Annual Friends & Family Day...

Remember: Except for approved service animals, dogs are NOT allowed on Co-op City premises! If you see or hear dogs in your building, report it!

The Coalition of African American Churches and Community organizations presented its 16th annual “Friends & Family Day,“ last Sunday, October 16 in the Dreiser Auditorium. Everyone gathered for an afternoon of fun, relaxation and words of inspiration from the Keynote Speaker, Hon. Darcel D. Clark of the Supreme Court; entertainment by Allan “Cowboy” Usher (Midnight Riders), including vocalists, gospel rappers and dancers; delicious food; vendors and much more. Photos by Michelle Sajous

Shoes presentation of her community service idea to Sajous, Michelle suggested that Turner also reach out to Cooperators United, a recognized Co-op City organization composed of building association presidents. In the meantime, Sajous sought approval from the Riverbay Board for the communitywide shoe drive on behalf of SOS. “Ms. Turner has been an active member of my building association and in the community, and she came up with this community service project which I thought was a good idea and I was glad to help her,” said Director Gordon. “Without the support of the building presidents, I do not believe this endeavor would be as successful as it could be so I reached out to Cooperators United and at that meeting, the president of Cooperators United, Ms. Sonja Maxwell, suggested the November 12th date for the collection,” Turner said. “We also had to work out concerns about if we collected shoes ahead of time, where would we store them and other logistics.” Turner shared these concerns with Pierce who suggested that the collection date be the same as the pick-up date and immediately contacted a trucking company that committed to coming to Co-op City on November 12 with an 18-wheeler. “Our goal is to collect 25,000 pairs of shoes and to fill that truck on November 12,” said Turner. “There’s no reason why we shouldn’t be able fill up an 18 wheeler. We have enough people in Co-op City with enough shoes to donate, I’m sure.” Incidentally, a church in Peekskill, N.Y. which has already collected 2,500 pairs of shoes for SOS had contacted the organization to arrange for shipping and once Turner was able to solidify the Co-op City shoe drive and the truck pick up on November 12, she then partnered with the church which will bring their collection to Co-op City on November 12 to be placed on the truck and transported to SOS headquarters in Raleigh, North Carolina. With Board approval in hand, Sajous assisted Turner by approving flyers which are currently being distributed and posted in residential buildings to encourage residents to go through their closets and select shoes that they would like to donate to SOS. Sajous also identified five truck stop areas in each of the 5 sections of Co-op City and coordinated with the 45th Precinct to clear parking space on November 12 for the truck. “This is s great way to get the community involved in a worthwhile project and a wonderful team building activity for the building associations and the residents of this cooperative,” said Sajous, also a resident of Co-op City. “I am happy to be a part of this event and will be at each drop off stop expecting to see all of my fellow cooperators.” According to Turner, each building president has been asked to organize their individual building’s collection and to help bag the shoes and identify them according to size and category, such as male/female adults and male/female children. “I’m fortunate to be in a building with a very cooperative president and he’s given permission for us to use the association room for this effort,” said Turner. “In my building, we are asking residents to bring their donations to the association room on Friday night, November 11, and myself and other

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with donations who cannot walk the communities we can have join us, distance to the designated truck stops. the more successful this shoe SOS was started in 2009 and to date, drive will be.” the organization has donated over In addition to the collection 500,000 pairs of shoes to those in despereffort, Ms. Turner said she has ate need in Haiti, Guatemala, Uganda, sent correspondence to Co-op Ghana, Nashville, and to local military City’s elected officials seeking families through the organization’s donations for SOS on behalf of “Support Our Soldiers” program which their constituents in Co-op City. is run in partnership with the National She has also forwarded informaGuard’s Yellow Ribbon Program and tion about the shoe drive to the provides over 400 soldiers and their famBronx Borough President’s office ilies with shoes every month. and is awaiting a response. “Through shoe contributions and “We’re still looking for volunfinancial support from those who teers to man tables at each of the believe in our mission, we are able to five truck stops on Saturday, provide shoes for those less fortunate,” November 12, because the plan is Pierce writes in the organization’s misto have all the tables set up by 8 sion statement. “We appreciate all who a.m. with drop boxes available in take a moment to look in their closet case residents have no place for and donate shoes they no longer wear, storage and have to drop off the need or which do not fit them any shoes on Saturday, or if they have longer…There are still millions in need to go somewhere or things to do of shoes!” early on Saturday, they can come Pierce, incidentally, is planning on down and leave their donations Co-op City resident Evelyn Turner (right) and starting at 8 a.m. throughout the traveling to Co-op City on Saturday, Jennifer Pierce, founder of SOS, share a moment whole complex,” said Turner. November 12, to meet first hand some when Turner traveled to Raleigh, N.C. to initiate of the volunteers and donors in this “Each truck stop site will be plans for a partnership between the community great effort that supports the work of manned by volunteers until the and the organization for a worthy cause. her organization. last pick-up at 7 p.m.” volunteers will sort and bag the shoes, Turner added: “It’s amazing when Within Co-op City, the truck will stop label them, store them overnight and people work in partnership with others in Section Five at the side of Garage #7 then bring them to the truck stop on how much they can accomplish. When I from 9-11 a.m. It will then proceed to Saturday, November 12.” saw what this young lady was doing, in stop #2, Ashe Loop behind the Adler Donated shoes should be paired and my heart of hearts, I knew this was Place townhouses, across from the secured by using large rubber bands or something that this community could library, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The third stop other fasteners. After they are sorted, do. Shoes are something we take for will be at the side of Garage #1 between they should be bagged and the bag granted, but if you look at the television Darrow Place and Co-op City identified as to type and size of shoes and see the devastation everywhere and Boulevard, 1-3 p.m., then on to stop #4, within by stapling a piece of paper to observe people without shoes when the side of Garage #3 at Co-op City the bag or by using masking tape. many of us have shoes sitting in our Boulevard between Carver and Casals SOS also requests that a small donaclosets that could bring smiles to thouPlace, 3-5 p.m., before moving out to the tion of 50 cents or $1 be included in each sands, if not millions, of people all over fifth and final stop, the side of Garage #6 pair of shoes to help defray the cost the world who are in desperate need, I on Co-op City Boulevard between incurred by the organization for processknew that I simply had to get involved.” Bellamy and Benchley Place, 5-7 p.m. ing, shipping and to help support SOS’s If interested in volunteering in this Not leaving any stone unturned, mission locally and around the world. community service endeavor, please Turner has already identified a volunTurner, however, suggests that building contact your building president or Ms. teer who will drive around the perimepresidents collect any monetary donaTurner at (718) 320-8088 or (917) 324ter of Co-op City on Saturday, tions and send it directly to SOS at 1107 1033. November 12 on lookout for people Capital Boulevard, Raleigh, N.C. 27603, to ensure that these monies reach the intended recipient. Thanking the community In her determination to fill the truck on November 12, Turner is not only concentrating her efforts solely within afternoon. A special thank you to Janice As President of the Coalition of the confines of Co-op City. She reportBrown, Yolanda and Ray for coming early African-American Churches & ed that the College of New Rochelle is to help set up tables and help the wonderCommunity Organizations of Co-op City, participating in the shoe drive, as well ful food servers from the Dreiser Retirees; Inc., I want to thank everyone who came as employees of Fairway in Pelham Manor, and of Staples in both the Bay Evelyn Turner for her help in collecting for out last Sunday to our Friends & Family Plaza Mall and Mt. Vernon where drop the raffles and giving out the prizes. A big Day celebration. First and foremost, Rev. boxes have been placed, and they will thank you to the volunteers of the clean-up Dr. Sheldon E. Williams for the Invocation; bring their donations to Co-op City on crew, who did a good job. All of the menDeacon Wilson for the prayer of the food; the pick-up date. tionable people are from this community. Jeffrey Mabry for the Libation; Ione Foote, “All of the merchants in Section Thank you also to the community for beautiful job as Mistress of Ceremonies; Five, as well as all of the churches in attending and bringing your children. We Joy in Motion, Belly Dancer; Eva Jenkins, Co-op City have pledged their commitment to the community shoe drive and had a delightful afternoon. singer, and Cowboy and the Night Riders in the coming week, we will be —P atr icia Bon ap ar te Band who entertained us throughout the approaching the Einstein and Dreiser merchants, as well as the other commercial establishments in Bay Plaza,” said Turner. “Drop boxes will also be placed in each of the community centers so that the employees of Riverbay can participate as well.” On Tuesday, October 18, the to 7:00 p.m. Turner also approached the Parking Facilities Department will Shareholders who have reserved President of the Board at Tilden Towers resume issuing new reserve garage parking in Garage # 4 and cannot who has indicated that he will discuss stickers. This will take place only in pick up their garage stickers during joining the shoe drive with his board Garage # 4 on the following days and the scheduled days and times can and the residents at that development, times: have the garage attendant remove as well as his church in New Rochelle, Tuesday, October 25 – 3:00 p.m. to their old stickers and bring them to N.Y. “I’m continuing to work on making 7:00 p.m. the Parking Facilities office, Room this shoe drive as widespread as possiWednesday, October 26 – 9:00 24, in Bartow Community Center. A ble so that instead of it being just a Coa.m. to 1:00 p.m. new reserved parking sticker will be op City effort, it becomes a northeast Thursday, October 27 – 3:00 p.m. issued. Bronx project,” said Turner. “Again, our goal is to fill the truck and the more

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Energy Savings stand-by back-up source of power in case of potential problems here,” Reardon said. “The community can expect to see increasingly less dependency of the utility in the months and years to come as the plant continues to reach its full potential.” According to the figures supplied, Con Edison billed Riverbay well over a million dollars for each of the last four months of 2009, before the co-generation plant was fully placed online. The bills were approximately $1.3 million for September of ’09, $1.4 million for October of that year, $1.2 million for November and $1.9 million for December. By February 2010, Riverbay began seeing significant reductions. In February 2010, Riverbay was billed approximately $700,000 for power supplied by Con Edison, a significant reduction from a few months before. In March, the bill went down to $600,000 and then in April, the bill dropped to under $300,000 for the first time. Reardon said that these significant reductions in monies owed to Con Edison are consistent with the early projections that co-generation would reduce Riverbay’s energy costs by approximately $1.5 million per month. Riverbay has been seeing those savings and in some cases more for well over a year now. The reduction in the monies owed to Con Edison must be offset by the cost of

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fuel needed to run the co-generation equipment, but that cost is small when compared to the huge savings over what Riverbay once paid less than two years ago and what it is paying now. In addition to the savings in cost for the electricity once supplied by Con Edison, earlier this year, Riverbay began receiving payments from Con Edison for power the utility exported from Riverbay’s power plant. Riverbay received $65,775 for April electricity sales, $81,280 for May, $127,041 for June, $128,538 for July, $55,650 for August and $30,408 for September, according to figures from the Riverbay Finance Department. The total for the six months from April to September is $488,782. That money from selling excess cogeneration electricity produced by the Riverbay Power Plant represents almost pure profit because the costs to create it are covered by the money budgeted to operate the plant while it produces all of Co-op City’s electricity needs. Through cogeneration, Riverbay recovers up to 80% of the steam created when it drives the turbines that create electricity for Co-op City. Turning that steam into electricity is the critical factor in cogeneration and makes more power available to sell to Con Ed. A conservative estimate of the potential revenue that cogeneration can pro-

duce each year by selling additional power created to outside utilities was set at $600,000, but these first six months of payments from Con Ed suggests that even larger profits are very likely. Arthur Debowsky, Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Great Eastern Energy, the company that represents Riverbay in marketing its available power to outside utilities, said that $600,000 is a very low end, early estimate and the figure could actually be much higher. Riverbay will likely be able to sell the

power during ten months of the year. Debowsky said the only time selling excess electricity is not feasible is when the plant is transitioning between cooling and heating seasons, a period of approximately two months a year. The summer and winter months are likely to be the most profitable for the community, but exporting power will be worthwhile during the more moderate spring and autumn months as well, as long as the plant is operating fully and not transitioning.

An on ym ou s ca lls t o P u b lic Sa fet y Periodically, cooperators may witness someone violating the housing company’s rules and regulations, however, it has been reported to Management that some people are apprehensive about reporting the situation for fear of their identity being divulged to the violator in question. Please know that you may request to remain anonymous when you contact the Co-op City Public Safety Department (CCPD) regarding said issues and the Public Safety dispatchers, officers and supervisors have been instructed to accept

these calls and investigate, accordingly. If, however, you feel forced to surrender your identification in order to lodge your complaint, immediately request to speak with a supervisor. Rest assured that you should feel comfortable placing these calls to our Public Safety Department, as oftentimes residents are the first to know when an incident has taking place and in most cases who the individuals involved are, as well. Thank you very much for your cooperation. —R iver b a y M a n a gem en t

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Giving new Directors a chance To t h e E d it or : Now’s not the time Madam Director? Where have we heard this before? We know you can’t waive a magic wand, but you sure do seem to have a crystal ball. Tell us then, if not now, when? Do we wait for a certain planetary alignment or what? History has taught the time is always right to rid oneself of shackles and subjugation. Only for lack of will one fails. The desperate voices will intensify out of frustration, helplessness and despair as it becomes clearer they have nothing to show from investment of many years. And more depressing, they no longer have a say in decisions adversely affecting their daily lives, and there is scarcely a sound from anyone in their defense. Two groups essentially clamor for a

feasibility study: one doesn’t fully understand what privatization means; the other wants to kill privatization or delay it forever. In business, the actions of the latter is called a “poison pill.“ Forget it! All information necessary to select alternatives best for everyone would be part of standard package provided by pursuers interested in carrying privatization to its ultimate conclusion – reorganization. All Directors should already inform themselves from public information. The few possible forms of organizations can result from reorganization so they’re able to answer shareholders questions intelligently and with confidence It’s not good for any Director to think they know everything and the same is true when they seem to know very little.

It’s not good either to deride fellow Directors and make it sound like a domestic squabble; there’s nothing inherently wrong with being different and independent. Diversity is a source of strength from which we all can learn. Put no one down, lift yourself up by citing instances in which you’ve stood firmly on the side of shareholders, against the wishes of Management, consistent with your fiduciary duty, of independence and integrity. To be proud of vain efforts are not as persuasive as actual accomplishments, and while responsibility itself cannot be awesome, one can be in awe of it to the extent it becomes an impediment to accomplishing anything constructive. —Der r ick Da ley

Procedural Changes of Environmental Protection (DEP) requires that air samples are taken before, during and after asbestos abatement work is performed in a concealed area like an apartment, in addition to a fourth sample taken in the area immediately outside of the concealed area or apartment. We’ve repeatedly argued that several thousands of these air samples have been taken over the last six or seven years without uncovering any evidence of air borne asbestos. As a result of our argument, the city has granted Riverbay a “Site Specific Variance” which enables us to take only one air sample during the asbestos abatement process and if the air is clean without any signs of air borne asbestos, we are exempt from conducting the other tests. We are also able now to install new floors immediately after the abatement is completed providing the sample shows no air borne asbestos. Therefore, going forward,

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we will perform the abatement and floor replacement on the same day. Starting on Monday, October 24th, we will arrange for CAC, the asbestos abatement contractor, to coordinate their appointments so that after their abatement projects are completed, our carpenters will go behind them to install new floors. We realize that we must walk before we run, so we will initiate this procedure where we have the smaller jobs to do— approximately 70 square feet of flooring or less to be replaced—which incidentally, represents approximately 30% to 35% of the total percentage of flooring installed in occupied apartments on a given day. As we continue to improve in this regard, we believe we will eventually get to the point where all floor restoration work done in occupied apartments will be completed in one day. Both the asbestos abatement contractor

and the air monitoring consultants are on board with this arrangement and have pledged to give us full support. We are considering possibly staggering the work shifts of our carpenters to accommodate this new initiative. We are also working on reducing the amount of time it takes for us to replace ceramic wall tiles in the bathrooms. We believe that by making some procedural changes, we will be able to reduce the time it takes to replace the ceramic wall tiles throughout the entire full bathroom from three days to two days or less. We will continue to make these kinds of changes so that cooperators are able to have their apartments restored as quickly as possible, without having to take an excessive amount of time out of their busy schedules. As always, we thank you for your patience and cooperation. —R iver b a y Ma n a gem ent

Co-op City Public Safety Department (CCPD) regarding said issues and the Public Safety dispatchers, officers and supervisors have been instructed to accept these calls and investigate, accordingly. If, however, you feel forced to surrender your identification in order to lodge your complaint, immediately request to speak with a supervisor.

Rest assured that you should feel comfortable placing these calls to our Public Safety Department, as oftentimes residents are the first to know when an incident has taking place and in most cases who the individuals involved are, as well. Thank you very much for your cooperation. —R iver bay M ana gement

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Co-op City Times / October 22, 2011

Public Safety Report CCPD offers Halloween Safety Tips BY LIEUTENANT PAM APOLLO Halloween is a fun holiday for kids and adults alike. There are a wide range of potential risks on Halloween that could take all the fun away from the day. By being aware of the hazards and taking steps to avoid them, you can have a fun and safe Halloween. The Department of Public Safety has provided these safety tips to keep you safe this Halloween. Roadways present a serious hazard to Trick or Treaters. Children may become distracted by all the excitement and run into traffic. Remind children that they should only cross streets at the corners. Motor vehicle drivers should be extra alert to young ghouls and goblins who may dart into traffic. If trick or treating at dusk or in darkness, place reflective tape on costumes. Adults should always accompany young children. Care should be used when selecting costumes. Loose costumes or large shoes can present a tripping hazard. Masks can reduce vision. Makeup is much more comfortable and does not obstruct vision. Always remove masks when crossing the street. Consider enlarging eye openings if a mask is worn. Fake swords or other props should be made of a soft material and not contain sharp edges. Fire presents a serious hazard on Halloween. Candles should never be used to light Jack o Lanterns or for any other purpose. Small battery operated L.E.D. lights simulate even the flickering of a real flame with none of the hazard. Flashlights

or light sticks can be carried for illumination purposes. Costumes and wigs should be of a flame resistant material. Instruct children to avoid going near flames which could easily ignite costumes. Halloween costumes provide identity concealment for persons intending to commit a crime. Halloween pranks, such as egg throwing and shaving cream spraying, can often turn to violence. Parents of older children and teens should check on the whereabouts and activities of their children. As the hour grows later, the number of persons with bad intentions using Halloween as a guise increases. Residents are encouraged to call the Public Safety Department at (718) 671-3050 or 9-1-1 if they observe any suspicious activity during the Halloween season. Children should never enter anyone’s house or apartment for any reason. All treats should be received at the door. Younger children should be accompanied by an adult or older child. Make sure an adult is aware of the route children intend to follow. Treats received should be checked by an adult before being eaten. Discard any non-packaged candy or any candy with a torn wrapper. The Riverbay Fund on Friday, October 28, will present a free Children’s Halloween Costume Party at the Dreiser Loop Community Center from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. The Halloween Party is suitable for infants to age 12. Children must be accompanied and supervised by an adult in order to attend this event. The Halloween Haunted House will

MetroCard Bus to visit Co-op City in two weeks The MetroCard Bus will be visiting all three Co-op City locations again next month, enabling customers to sign up for or refill their Reduced-Fare MetroCard, purchase or add money to an existing Metrocard, and purchase E-Z Pass On the Go tags. On Thursday, November 3, and again on Thursday, November 17, the MetroCard bus will be at the Bartow Mall on Co-op City Blvd. (in front of the Bingo Hall and the eyecare center), from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.; at Dreiser Loop (Park on Debs Place) from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and at Einstein Loop (Elgar Place) from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. MTA New York City Transit advises its customers that there are two kinds of traveling MetroCard Service Centers: the MetroCard Bus and the MetroCard Van. Both vehicles make regularly scheduled stops in all five boroughs each month. The MetroCard Bus, which stops in Co-op City, travels around the city, stopping at senior citizen centers, shopping centers and along major bus routes. Customers can handle all of their MetroCard needs, whether it is applying for or refilling a Reduced-Fare MetroCard, buying or refilling a regular

MetroCard or asking MetroCard-related questions. Senior citizens and people with disabilities may apply for the Reduced-Fare MetroCard on the Bus. They will need photo ID and seniors must show proof of age (at least 65 years old). The MetroCard Van, like the Bus, travels around the city with helpful onboard staff ready to sell Unlimited and Pay-Per-Ride MetroCards, add money to regular and Reduced-Fare MetroCards and answer questions. Reduced-Fare MetroCard applications are available. EZ Pass On The Go tags are also available for purchase on both the Bus and the Van. The MetroCard Bus and Van do not operate on the following holidays: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas. Customers may also want to explore the EasyPay Reduced-Fare payment option. EasyPay lets customers link to their credit or debit card to their Reduced-Fare MetroCard so it refills automatically. For more MetroCard information, please visit the MTA’s website at www.mta.info and click on Fares and Tolls.

also be presented on Saturday, October 29, and Sunday, October 30, in the Bartow Community Center, Room 28, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. The Haunted House is appropriate for ages 5 to 12. Both of these events are free and offer a safe alternative to trick or treating. These events are free and offer a safe alternative to trick or treating. The Public Safety Department would like to wish all residents a happy and safe Halloween. Please be reminded that no personal property is to be left or stored in any of the public areas of the buildings including hallways, stairways, compactor rooms, basements, laundry rooms, etc. This includes bicycles, carriages, strollers, scooters, furniture, toys, etc. Leaving or storing property anywhere other than within your apartment presents a fire hazard. Cooperator may be held responsible for the removal or disposal of any property left in this manner. School is open, DRIVE CAREFULLY. Never pass a stopped school bus with a STOP sign displayed or its red lights flashing. This means children are loading or unloading. Be aware of pedestrians and bike riders when operating a motor vehicle. Bike riders must refrain from riding

bicycles near buildings and shopping centers. Bicycle riders must give pedestrians the same level of respect that they expect from motor vehicles. Everyone needs to share the road safely. Never operate a motor vehicle if you have consumed alcoholic beverages. Always buckle your seatbelt; it will save your life in a serious collision. Avoid distractions and excess speed when driving; these are the two leading causes of collisions within New York State. Always remember, if you see something, say something. If you see suspicious persons in the garage or lurking near parked vehicles on the street, an auto crime could be taking place, an auto crime could be ready to happen, notify the authorities. 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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Co-op City Times / October 22, 2011

Your Views And Opinions Greetings. I would like to share with you some views expressed by your fellow shareholders on different issues they have shared with me. Miss Leah, a forty year resident who I had the pleasure to speak with, wrote to me that it would be nice to have ownership and free ourselves from so many restrictive rules, and at the same time, have something to draw on after so many years. Another shareholder who moved in six years ago complained of the frequent maintenance increases and feels as though they are paying a mortgage with no future here. Mr. Mullin wrote that the time for the study is now while we have fresh information from the mortgage refinancing, required for the study.

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Raymond Tirado Also the issue is not about the money, profits, or capital gains taxes that will always change in the future. The issue is do we control our own fates, our homes and property or does the State? We can gain true facts from the study and let the facts be our guide, not fear and dusty ideology. Are we to be children of the state

because of fear of change? And from a younger perspective, a college student in his twenties wrote that yes, Co op City is one of the best deals in NYC, but what about decades away when compared to other communities? There is a general lack of awareness in respect to the study or even that we have a Board of Directors. Many get home late and the last thing on their minds is the community. We need to educate people on what the feasibility study is and how its completion can provide credible information that is lacking on the debate. Co-op City needs to step out of 1987 and have a digital presence. I thank these shareholders for their opinions and encourage all to get involved.

There has been much said about the budget and I feel any Director who can identify credible areas where we can save, should be applauded. I myself have made suggestions on several items where we could scale back to save. I feel that almost everything should be on the table to prevent future increases. I continue to press on for a feasibility study and ask you to call your Directors and request we go forward. As we step into autumn’s beautiful colors, please take the time to enjoy our grounds. They are as enjoyable and spacious as our apartments. You may contact me at ccdirector@optonline.net; or by calling 718320-3351. Be well.

Building 19 Association The following Building 19 Association members and friends donated funds or walked at Orchard Beach last Sunday to promote more birthdays and less breast cancer: Charlotte Codrington, Jennie Colon, Bartu Cottle, Deborah Donner, Lisa Feliciano, Nicole Feliciano, Sonia Feliciano, Chelsea Francois, DaReese Frierson, Manuel Lopez, Donna Marshall,

Yolanda Mitchell, Valencia Pinckney, Lisa Proto, and Catherine Ryans. Thanks to Sonia and Jennie for providing the transportation to and from the beach. Please contribute to our motto of “Cooperators Doing Something” by donating your favorite dish to our annual International Food Festival (IFF) scheduled for November 5th. Today, October 22nd,

between 12-2 p.m., please stop by and register your donation. You can also call in your pledge at 347-427-4746 or email us at bldg19assoc@gmail.com. On the day of the event, November 5th, bring your dish to the meeting room between 10-11 a.m. We still need volunteers to help with the IFF. On November 5th, between the hours of 15 p.m., everyone is invited to support our

scholarship and building fundraiser by buying a delicious “around the world” meal for $8, dessert for $1 and a drink for $.50. Happy Halloween! Candy will be handed out in the lobby on Sunday, October 30th from 2-6 p.m., or before, if we run out of candy. Be safe and well! —C h a r lot t e C od r ingt on

Building 21 Association Givin g Th a n ks… What a great turnout we had at the last meeting of the association. Many thanks to Assemblyman Michael Bennedetto for taking the time to field our questions and concerns and offer his support in the days to come. A few articles ago, our President, Kevin Lambright, asked us to point out neighbors who go above and beyond the call of duty for their building and neighborhood. I would like to offer my thanks on behalf of the Building 21 Association to two gentle-

men of our fine residence; first my brother, Mr. Theron Marbury of 21B, who supports me in any projects or ideas I come up with for our building. Many times when work commitments hinder me from something I wish to put forth for our building, it is Mr. Marbury who will step in and lend his unconditional helping hand. Next, I would like to thank Mr. Junius Williams also of 21B. Mr. Williams is a fairly new cooperator who is quick to offer his help in many ways. He has been very attentive to the security or that lack thereof

concerning our building. On that note, he has contacted the proper authorities at Riverbay and they have been acting on our security issues. He and his wife, Margaret, donated the lovely potted plant in the lobby of the B-section. If he had not stepped up to the plate and acted as a cooperator, we would not have enjoyed the lovely “summer décor” and would not be enjoying the “autumn décor” in the lobbies. Help was needed and he offered his. I know I said 2 gentlemen, but I must give a word of thanks to our President,

Kevin Lambright. He consistently offers his time and fresh ideas to keep us as an association moving forward. We appreciate you, Kevin. We want to recognize more of you; our neighbors, our fellow cooperators. This is a COOPERATIVE, you don’t pay “rent” here. Will you step up to the plate and be a COOPERATOR? It is with a positive outlook that we say; “we are counting on you…” See you around the neighborhood! —M ich elle M a r bu r y

Building 32 Association On Tuesday, October 11, we had the first meeting of the 2011-2012 season. Our guest speaker was unable to attend, so it became a meeting of friends and neighbors expressing their concerns about the quality of life of Co-op City and Building 32. Our president, Eleanor Bailey, began the meeting with an important announcement about the proposed closing of the satellite post offices at Einstein and Dreiser Loops. At this time, we have to make ourselves heard as a community. Petitions have been and are being signed in the community. In addition, meetings are being held by postal officials on Tuesday, November 1, in Dreiser Loop and Wednesday, November 2, in Einstein Loop, from 6 to 8 p.m. Although they are promising to allow stores in the community to sell stamps, we will be missing services, such as the purchase of money orders, certified and registered mail, sending packages, and any other service you can think of beyond the purchase of stamps. People who do not drive will have to add the cost of bus fare to the expense of postal services. Lastly, Connor Street is not an easy street to cross to get the bus back home. I’m sure there are many more inconveniences you can think of. The important thing is that you attend these meetings. A large attendance is important!

Let it be known that residents in Co-op City are politically involved. Call and write our state senators. We can keep our postal services if we show we are involved! Other quality-of-life issues involve the concept of “If you see something, say something.” It was reported that someone is drying clothes on their terrace. This is a clear violation of the lease. If you see something like that—even if you don’t live in the building—call Public Safety. Another concern was the odor of marijuana being smelled through the bathroom vents and on the terraces. This is a police matter, and it should be reported to our local precinct. If people are seen sitting on the benches behind our building drinking alcohol, call Public Safety. Action against unlawful behavior will prevent our building from becoming a hangout place. The final topic was a proposed building trip. The one last spring was a great success. If you would like the trip to be to someplace other than Atlantic City, contact your floor captain or building association officer with your suggestion. Our meeting closed with refreshments and door prizes. A good time was had by all. I hope to see you at our next meeting. —B. P et er son

Councilman Seabrook recently presented a check for $48,000 to the Retirees of Dreiser Loop for social, cultural and travel activities; and for educational workshops on health and finance. In photo above from left to right are Ted Byrd, Claudette Davis, Delores Debnam, Councilman Larry Seabrook, Virginia Stewart, President of the Retirees; Dorothy Cates, Hattie Overman, Ellie Acker, and Elinor Gordon (front).

Co-op City Times / October 22, 2011

Building 33 Association The Building Association will have a building meeting on Tuesday, October 25, 7 p.m. in the back room. Our guest speaker will be Chief Apollo from Public Safety. Also invited is Ms. Lois English, CSO of Section #5. Everyone is invited to attend. Please come down and voice

your concerns. The Children’s Halloween Party will be on Monday, October 31. The party will start at 5 p.m. All children 1-10 are invited. A professional clown will be there to entertain the children. Please bring the children down in costume.

Refreshment will be served and goody bags will be given out. The association board is still collecting building dues in the lobby, so please bring your dues down. Dues are $8 per apartment. A lot of cooperators think because they do not have children, why

pay dues? You can give your dues to help us give to the porters at Christmas time and for the Scholarship Fund to a deserving high school graduate. Get well wishes to the sick and shutin. —P a tr icia Bon a p a r t e

Building 13 Association The next general membership meeting of Building 13 Association will be on Thursday, October 27, in the meeting room at the back of the building. So you think you can sing!! All are invited to our fundraising Karaoke Night on Saturday, October 22, from 7:00 p.m. until midnight at the “NoWhere Diner,“ Bldg. 13 Association Room (100 Casals Place). Come along, sing a song or just laugh and cheer for those trying, and bring a friend. It will be hosted again by our neighbors, Toni and Yasmine, who always do an awesome job with all the songs “oldies and newies.” Building donation $10. See you there!

ART S AND C R AF T S W O R K SHO P , facilitated by: Ms. Gail and Ms. Denise are presenting a welcome back to crafts, Sunday, October 30, in the meeting room. Come on down from 12 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Adults and other volunteers are welcome. You’ll be proud to see the finished product. Additional dates: November 13, and December to be announced. H AL L OW E E N T R E AT S will be distributed in the lobby on October 31st from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. For additional information on any events, contact Leslie Peterson at 718-320-1370 or Gail Sharbaan at 718-671-3801. F YI...Do you love CSI? Well a speciial

experience awaits you at the Discovery Times Square. Play the role of a crime scene investigator, and much more. For details, check our bulletin board. Please observe the speed limit and STOP for yellow school buses with flashing red lights. Remain alert and report any criminal activities to the police. Our security and safety is our collective responsibility and requires all of us to pitch in. P lea se ob ey t h e following q ua lit y-oflife r egu la t ion s: a) NO DOG is allowed in the apartment; b) NO LOITERING in the lobby and on the stairways. c) NO SELLING in the lobby. Period.

d) NO VANDALIZING the stairs and the elevators. Unannounced police sweeps are conducted day and night to enforce these rules. SE AT BE LTS SAVE L I VE S - Always buckle up, “It is not an option, it is the law.” Please avoid texting and unnecessary distractions while driving. Report any criminal activities to Riverbay Public Safety at (718) 320-3050, and/or the 45th Precinct at (718) 822-5411. For all NYC non-emergency inquiries, call 3-1-1. For traffic update, call 5-1-1. “IF YOU SEE SOMETHING, SAY SOMETHING.” —O lu b iyi Seh in d em i (M r. B)

Building 35 Association The Association would like to thank our October speaker, Ms. Juanita Net, Director of CSO, for an informative presentation. The cooperators have already seen results from our conversation with

you. Our next meeting is November 14th and along with our annual Turkey Raffle, our speaker will be Attorney Rannylin Stepahnie Dalley, who will provide us

with a free legal seminar on topics such as: Wills, Health Proxy, Power of Attorney, and other life planning issues. The Association is inviting all members to attend this informative meet-

ing. If you are not a member or wish to renew your membership for 2012, the Executive Board is available to take your dues. You can pay at the meeting. —Bill G or d on

Co-op City Times / October 22, 2011

Savings, Services, And Carrying Charge Increases Recent issues of the Co-op City Times have bristled with controversy over Riverbay’s budget as it relates to the two 3% carrying charge increases ordered by Housing and Community Renewal. In June the Board had called for two 1% increases, amending management’s proposal for two 3% boosts. To our surprise and dismay, HCR issued an order for two 3% increases returning to the original management proposal that had been overruled by a Board vote. I have since asked for and received HCR’s justification for those increases. I am asking management’s finance director to explain why his budget analysis was overruled by HCR’s ruling. When I get that answer, I will share it with you. Riverbay has little or no control over 55% of the $200 million it collects and disburses annually — taxes, fuel, insurance, debt service, and so on are non-discretionary expenses. However, Riverbay has some control over the remaining 45% (about $94 million). In that category are staffing of public safety, lobby attendants, power plant, garages, buildings and grounds. Can any of the $94 million be trimmed without reducing quality of life services? For three decades, five porters in each high-rise building maintained the public halls, laundry rooms, and so on. The

Director’s Viewpoint

Bernard Cylich number is now four. Can it be reduced further? According to a 32BJ union official, the ratio between Co-op City’s 15,372 families and the approximately 900 personnel maintaining the buildings — or one porter per 16 units — is about the highest in New York City housing complexes. Where can we save any money? I agree with the Coalition to Save Affordable Housing of Co-op City which has identified two areas where large savings are possible. 1. Replace the managing agent with a general manager. 2. End outsourcing, employ Riverbay union staff instead. So far, the Board refuses to consider these possibilities. A line by line review of the current budget by Board and management for savings that don’t cripple service is in order, but a serious examination of big policies stands waiting in the wings. T H E L I T T L E YE L L OW SC H O O L H O USE At the closed Board meeting of Oct. 12, a number of leases for houses of worship were introduced. Contrary to another resolution that not-for-profit

institutions be charged only $3 per square foot, the leases were for far greater rents than that, and some of us refused to approve them. A management proposed rent increase had forced the Gloria Wise Community Center out of the Little Yellow School House. Director Francine Reva Jones has described in a Viewpoint how, in August, management led the directors to believe that a social service outfit named AllCare would provide similar services while boosting Riverbay’s income. It appears that management may not have performed due diligence, because by September, AllCare announced that because of economic conditions and because they have not reached full capacity at their Aldrich daycare center they reneged on the deal. Ms. Jones wondered whether the AllCare incident represented a bait and switch operation in order to evict GWCC. Meanwhile, one hundred families and children are without daycare service I S T H E RE SUC H A T H I NG AS “ C O O P E R AT I SM ” ? At the same meeting, a non-Board member was criticized for attending a cooperator orientation meeting. Longago orientation meetings were run by cooperators, not management, and new cooperators learned about the history of

the cooperative movement and of both the benefits and responsibilities of cooperative living. There appears to be a widening gulf between the governance of Co-op City and the ideals of the cooperative movement. We veer more and more toward a quasi-landlord-tenant relationship. New cooperator orientation meetings are surrendered to management and from the start a landlord tenant psychology is established. Management and Board uneasiness about cooperator interest and involvement moves on from there. New cooperators learn that their business is conducted behind closed doors at Board meetings, and that participation in Board committee meetings is limited. Left out are the openness, transparency and accountability that are fundamental to the cooperative movement. A memo from President Helen Atkins restricting cooperator participation in aspects of this community’s governance is not only contrary to the cooperative spirit but is not supported by Riverbay By-Laws and resolutions. Is the President’s concern really about the cost of food if more cooperators show enough interest to attend meetings of Board Committees? Well, where is it written that food must be served at every Board Committee meeting?

Baychester Visual Arts Association If you’ve ever wanted to learn to draw and paint, this is your chance to get expert instruction at a very low cost. Mr. Moses Groves, an award winning artist, is the instructor for classes given on Tuesdays. Our 2011 – 2012 season began in September. Tuesday classes started on

September 13, with 2 sessions to choose from: 1 – 3 p.m., 3:30 – 5:30 p.m. Membership dues are $35 for the year and a session of 10 classes is $60. BVA’s art instructor will guide you along a creative path that will bring hours, weeks and years of joy into the life of those who avail themselves of

this opportunity. Art classes for youth are going on now. The instructor, Angela Taylor, teaches drawing, painting and creative artwork. Classes are held on Wednesdays from 3:30 – 5:30 p.m. Ms. Taylor is a graduate of the Art Institute of Washington, D.C. She was an art special-

ist with the PAL program in NYC. She is a member of the Harlem Arts Alliance. For more information to register, please call Mr. Groves at 201-862-0847 or K. Klaus at 718-379-6074. Science is for the body, but art is for the soul. —Sylvia L och a n sk y

Building 24 Association Hi, neighbors!!! We had our long awaited meeting on the subject that you have requested continually. WELL, I guess we took too long to bring this to the meeting and you had forgotten your interest. Nevertheless, we had A GOOD MEETING without you and others. Our topic and speaker was on the ever going question, PRIVATIZATION. Our speaker, Mr. Tirado, Board member, led this discussion. We had good discussion,

interesting answers and many suggestions we can keep in mind when this question will come up again. We were surprised and pleased to see many of our YOUNG COOPERATORS. They took part in all areas of the meeting. Some have not been here long, but are interested in their future living conditions. Thanks again for coming. M OVI NG O N: We were blessed with the beauty of gardens in the front and rear

of our buildings. These were refreshing to see and admire. Thanks to the Building and Ground Department for this display. HALLOWEEN IS HERE. Try to see the best display ever. The 10th floor is ablaze with an excellent display. I suggest only adults and others over 16 see it. It is TRUE HALLOWEEN. The 21st floor also has a display which is also interesting and appealing. SO HAPPY HALLOWEEN to all.

No words of wisdom (SMILE) or other remarks except: I wrote that in Unity, there is strength and I said how strong were we? Well, you showed me and others. WE ARE NOT VERY STRONG, BUT we are still moving on. So, let’s build up our strength. It might make for better living conditions. Continue being neighborly. You never know if or when a neighbor is needed. —Celestine Withey

Building 30 Association We have an email address. It is: Building30@hotmail.com. There are new officers. This organization cannot work without the participation of the cooperators of Building 30 A&B. I hope that we can help each other. C om in g E ven t s: We are look forward to Wednesdays when we happily attend our Crochet class at 1:00 p.m. We have a wonderful teacher,

Linda Werner, who will teach you with a lot of patience. It’s great exercise for arthritic fingers. It’s a challenge and gratifying. Try it! Pokeno night will be held on Friday, November 11 in our meeting room on the “B” side. The time is 7:30 p.m. The next Building Assn. Meeting is scheduled for Thursday, November 10. The door opens at 7:00 p.m. and the meet-

ing commences promptly at 7:30 p.m. Guest speaker: Capt. Apollo of the CCPD. Questions and answers to follow. Come on down and find out “What’s New?” Hope to see you there. We are raffling off two beautiful crochet afghans. The raffles are $1 per raffle. We are encouraging you to buy $10 worth of raffles and sell them to your friends. Check the Association Bulletin Board

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Looking out for our safety I want to say I’m looking forward to having my first meeting as Chairman of the Security Committee and I plan to work closely with the Chief, the Board, and Management to make sure our Public Safety Department is doing the best it can in order to serve cooperators, families and shareholders, and keep them safe, and to protect our community. As a longtime officer, and now Director of the Public Safety Department, I believe that Chief Frank Apollo, with the proper assistance and support from the Board, will leave no doubt in my mind that our Public Safety Department will run better than many other departments at Riverbay. I can remember when Public Safety, then known simply as Security, was first becoming a smooth professional operation under the leadership of former Chief Ken Jones, and Lt. Clarence Dickens, and others, who are going to be legends. We have a Public Safety Department that is diversified, and Lt. Keappock, who heads training, is producing some excellent officers to further augment and improve our force. I must say I am happy to have my friend and fellow Director, Ms. Othelia

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Tony Illis Jones, as my co-chair, and I think she is a no-nonsense, fair and objective individual and Board member who only wants what’s best for Co-op City. As a Committee, we are charged with making recommendations to the Board, which determines policy, but no department, especially Public Safety, should be run from the Chief down with inappropriate outside or internal interference. Just as Management is supposed to be allowed to manage, Public Safety should carry out its professional operations, and our Public Safety officers, while on duty, should treat all cooperators in a fair manner. One thing I should make perfectly clear is that anyone who wants to impede or prevent the men and women of our Public Safety Department from doing their proper job should know that excessive misbehavior will not be tolerated. A major objective for all our Public Safety officers will be for every beat officer to be courteous, to be familiar with the geographical areas they are cov-

Broun Place Townhouse Association We had a beautiful turnout at our meeting last month. Thank you to everyone who attended. Let’s keep up the momentum and continue attending the meetings each month. It is very important that we all show up not only to receive information and have complaints answered, but as the saying goes, “there is strength in numbers!” It was a very informative meeting and many issues from cooperators in Broun Place were answered satisfactorily. The next meeting will be held on Thursday, October 27, at the Bartow Community Center in Room 31 at 7 p.m. sharp. We will hold our regular 50/50 raffle as usual. Refreshments will be served. Our guest is a representative from the NYC Fire Department who will give a presentation on Safety and Fire Prevention. Everyone should be interested in learning what to do if there is a fire and how to prevent fires. Even if you know, there is always something new to learn. Time is flying so fast that the holidays will be here before you know it. Many of us will be decorating our homes and Christmas trees for the holidays. Please be careful not to overload the circuits with too many lights and other decorations. Proper lighting procedures will also be demonstrated at the meeting. We are still accepting Membership dues. You may join at the meeting or see

Ann at any time to pay dues which are $12/per townhouse per/year. At our November meeting, as is our usual tradition, we will raffle three “free” gift certificates from Pathmark and/or Stop N’Shop. Only PAID UP MEMBERS ARE ELIGIBLE TO PARTICIPATE IN THIS DRAWING. Make sure you join if you want to be in it to win it! In order to have special events for the members, we need you to join the Association. I am still waiting to receive articles for our “ Broun Place Bulletin.” I received one article from Mr. and Mrs. Jack and Iris Sanchez. Their granddaughter Jazzy (Jasmyn) graduated from the Equality Charter Academy this past June and is now attending Saint Catherine’s Academy. Congratulations, Jasmyn. We wish you the best. Our prayers are for everyone experiencing health challenges and to the homebound. We pray that you make a complete recovery. Congratulations to those celebrating a special event. Our condolences to all of our neighbors who have lost loved ones. If you have acknowledgements of any kind that you wish to share with us, please contact Ms. Iris Sanchez or any officer on the Executive Board. You can also email us at brounplace assoc@hotmail.com. M a r j or ie H elm s —M

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

ering, their assignments, be visible, and the community must be reassured that they are there and that they care, so therefore, I’m asking cooperators, if you see something, and you known darn well something wrong is going on, say something by calling 718-671-3050 or 9-1-1 because it’s better to be safe than sorry. We also must make sure Public Safety works in connection with the 45th Precinct which is also supposed to protect our streets, and quality of life police officers are responsible to assist in preventing such incidents from increasing. I know this is a large community and we are faced with all kinds of situations, whether it be domestic violence, loitering in the staircases, muggings, loud noise, whatever, we are not going to tolerate any of this as an ongoing practice. A word to the wise, since we all live here together, what we do affects each other. Nobody wants to prevent anyone from exercising their true inalienable rights, but no one should be allowed to infringe on the rights of others. For instance, when ten o’clock comes or night comes around, it’s time to refrain from playing loud music because others have babies, and people have to go to work in the

morning and such behavior is not acceptable, considerate, or fair. In fact, I’d like to see a curfew if the growing problem of kids in the street continues; too late at nights, crowds of kids congregate and this needs to decrease. We have many responsible parents in Co-op City, but it’s up to all parents to do their part to make sure that their kids are home and safe at a suitable hour. If we all do our part, and do our share, and special attention is paid to kids coming home from school, with between three and five being the most vulnerable time for youngsters, especially if not attending a formal after school program, of which there are many in the community, we can solve this problem. Public Safety will continue to run articles in the Co-op City Times to alert people about programs or developments of interest. Also, as Chairman of the Security Committee, I’m pretty sure we will have guest speakers to inform us or update us on new innovations to protect and help Co-op City remain a safe place to live. Give me a shout, or call me with any ideas at (718) 320-8035, or send an email to tonyshome10475@gmail.com – no attachments, please.

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Let’s Work Together I would like to ask all Board members and Management to sit down and let’s work Director’s things out. Ou tst an d in g Issu es Board members, please understand that we are supposed to represent the cooperators and their interests in this community. Therefore, we have to be sensitive to their concerns. Now, if cooperators tell us that they want us to manage their money better, then we have to listen to them. Pr oof Everyone, did you read Director Graham’s viewpoint on October 15? She said that at the request of several Board colleagues, Board Director Johnson prepared a budget analysis that supports our budget concerns. Bottom line: Daryl Johnson has already proven his case. Plus, I have an email message to prove that I sent my budget analysis work to several of our Board members. Now, my budget analysis is very clear. And, I must say that there is a lot of waste in our budget. And, this waste is costing us millions of dollars. This is not a game. We just received a 3% percent increase. And, guess what? We’re going to get another increase on October 1, 2012. And, guess what else? That increase will be based, again, on our budget. Therefore, it makes sense to have smart people on this Board who realize the effectiveness of doing a budget analysis and then taking appropriate action to eliminate the unnecessary waste in this community. That being the case, why are we fighting if we’re all cooperators? You mean to tell me that you wouldn’t appreciate good people, with the right intentions, telling you how we can save millions of dollars if we could just meet and implement some very good ideas? Controlling our budget should be one of our highest priorities in this community. Therefore, why does this struggle exist? Why are negative articles being written against people in this community who want to make things better here?

Board members, we have to work together for the good of this community. We have some serious problems that must be fixed. Th e Bu dget I am willing to sit down with the entire Board and Management and discuss several ways to successfully cut our budget. Now, please do not equate cutting our budget to an overall reduction of services here. No, I actually would like for us to make several improvements in this community. For starters, I would like for us to make improvements to our Public Safety force, maintenance services, Sales Department, Garage Department, etc. However, we have to cut out the waste, the senseless clauses in our contracts, and the double-dipping in so many areas of our finances. Once we cut these factors out, then we will have a budget that makes sense for this community. However, the Board must first come together and make some decisions on the things that must be cut—without fighting. Man agemen t Please be aware that I actually do not want to write negative articles about your services. And, please be aware that I would like for everyone to meet and settle these viewpoints about the budget, community relations, etc. C oop er at or s I’m a cooperator first. So, everything that I do as a Board member will affect me also. Therefore, it is in our best interest to make sure that we’re managing our money in a proper way. Also, it’s in our best interest to make sure that our community is functioning in a proper manner. That’s why I write articles that will hopefully help us to become better. I know that we also have problems with finances, unemployment, families, drugs, alcohol, gangs, etc. Therefore, we have to show that we care about people here. So, that’s why I hope that my articles will benefit people. Were you able to check out some of my suggestions

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about finding employment? Did you see some of the jobs posted at various sites here in NYC? What about your family? Were you able to talk to your family about avoiding illegal substances and gangs? Were you able to talk to your young adults about making good choices in their lives? Now, I know that a lot of people are struggling to make ends meet. Therefore, we have to work together to make things better. We cannot continue to put our finances in the hands of other people and trust that they’re going to help us. No. Again, we’re headed for another 3% increase next year. What about 2013, 2014, etc? Will there be annual increases here? Moreover, will we be able to afford to continue living here? These are some serious questions that need some serious consideration. Therefore, I want you to know that we can control our spending. And, I want you to demand that your elected Board members perform our tasks for the betterment of this community. Doing nothing and writing negative articles about the character of people will not help anyone in this community. Therefore, let’s take a stand on some issues: Let’s sit down and review the budget. Let’s tell our managing agents how they will spend our money. Let’s follow up and make sure that our finances are being spent in a proper way. Let’s do our part to make sure that our families are moving in the right direction. Now, what is your opinion about this article? What is your opinion about the budget? What is your opinion about the Board? I want to hear your point of view. So, please write to me at: Daryl Johnson, Riverbay Board Director, c/o Riverbay Corporation, 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475. Or, please send a message to me at darylhjohnson@optonline.net. Okay, that’s it for now. So, please have a wonderful week. And, may God bless you and your family. Thank you.

Circle of Christ Church - Hearts of Love Ministry of NY Reverend Elisamuel “Sam” Colon and the congregation of Circle of Christ Church would like to extend an invitation of love and peace in the name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Please join us for a time of adoring worship, praise and the Word of God. Allow the Lord to reach into your heart and help you see the road of light and joy. Circle of Christ Church is a beacon which the Lord has lit onto Co-op City and it is our purpose as a church and as children of God to serve, teach and bring forth the Gospel for all to hear and witness. FOCUS SCRIP TURE F OR THE W E E K: All of you be subject one to another, and be clothed with humility: for God resisteth the proud, and giveth grace to the humble– 1 Peter 5:5 ANNOUNCEMENTS: Food Drive: October is Food Drive Month at CCC. The church will be accepting canned goods, rice, & all non-perishable food items during the whole month for families in need. All donations can be dropped off at the church on Wednesday & Friday evenings after 6 p.m., Saturday mornings and Sundays from 10 a.m. thru 2 p.m. Communion Sunday, November 6th at 11 a.m. Discipleship Classes every Sunday at 9:30 a.m. sharp. Bible Study & Prayer every Wednesday at 7 p.m. Teen & Children’s Church every Friday at 7 p.m. “Extreme Worship Even During Extreme Suffering” by Pastor Luis Ramos. Available on CD for a suggested donation of $5. Sch edu le of Ser vice: Sundays: Worship Service** 11 a.m. start ** First Sunday of each month is our Communion Service. Children’s Church (4-12 years old) 12 p.m. start (Dreiser, Rm. #2) Little Lambs (2–4 years old) 12 p.m. start (Dreiser, Rm. #2) Wednesdays: Spanish Bible Study Please contact church for time & location F Y I: You can now see portions of our services and worship on our website www.circleofchristchurch.org, Facebook, Youtube and Bronxnet Cable, Channel #70, Saturdays at 4 p.m.

You can submit your prayer request online at prayer@circleofchristchurch.org or give your request to an usher during Friday or Sunday services. Circle of Christ Church helps support missions in Peru, Colombia, Puerto Rico, Mexico, Bronx and Africa. Join us in our goal to expand God’s work throughout the world. Please make all donations to Circle of Christ Church – memo

Missions. Please ma il a ll your inq uir ies or dona tion s t o the following ad dr ess: Circle of Christ Church, 147 Dreiser Loop, plaza level, Bronx, NY 10475; 347-945-1992. Em ail: admin@circleofchristchurch.org. Web sit e: www.circleofchristchurch.org. —E lder J ay Ra mos

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Black Forum Health alert! How much do you value your health? Obesity has been linked to several maladies that afflict from the very young to those in their golden ages. It has become all too obvious that Co-op City needs to lose weight—not tomorrow, but now. To help you, the Black Forum is embarking on a new health program, on Monday, October 31, in the Dreiser Center, Rm. TBA. This program will last for some time to come whereby you will be taught how to cook and eat sensibly. We expect to have programs in both the Dreiser and Einstein Centers. For more information, please call to register and begin a new way of life, 718-320-8035. Don’t wait until it’s too late—YOUR HEALTH COMES FIRST. There’ll be guest speakers, nutritionists and motivational speak-

ers to help you. Next Defensive Driving Our next defensive driving course will be held on Saturday, November 12, Rm. 1, Dreiser Community Center, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Call today to register, 718-320-8035. Lower your insurance cost by 15% 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. Black Forum Aerobics in session Aerobics classes have begun. Classes are held every Monday and Wednesday, Dreiser, Aud. A, 7:30 p.m. To register, please call us at (718) 320-8035. Nominal

fee for each of these classes. Black Forum’s Lyons Mane Track Club Try-outs are ongoing. A small fee is required for participation. For information, please call (718) 320-8035. Emergency Food Program New Hours & Days We are now open on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 11 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. in Room 20 at the Dreiser Community Center. Also, due to budget constraints and shortage of available food, you must live within zip code 10475 to participate in this program. You must also have your card with you and bring two clean plastic shopping bags. In order to receive food, you must present a current photo ID such as a non or driver’s license or any photo ID card

with proof of address. You will then be issued a card in order to pick up food in the future. Volu n t eer s u r gen t ly n eed ed The Black Forum is urgently seeking four volunteers to help hand out food, Tuesdays-Fridays, 11 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. For information, please call (718) 3208035. We Need You - Join Us Today Now is the time for us to get involved. Membership is $5 per year/person. Call (718) 320-8035 or write to Black Forum, P.O. Box 563, Bronx, NY 10475; email: coopcityblackforum@gmail.com. Help us keep independent community organizations alive in Co-op City. Everyone is encouraged to join. Call us or visit us in Room 20 in the Dreiser Community Center. —Ton y I llis

Williamsbridge Club The Williamsbridge Club of the National Association of Negro Business and Professional Women’s Clubs, Inc. will hold an Employment Seminar on Saturday, October 29. The seminar will be held in the Dreiser Center, Room 9, beginning at 10 a.m. An Employment Specialist from the Manhattan Educational Opportunity Center will discuss the many programs available at the center. Attendees will have the opportunity to discuss various employment opportunities and applications will be available for city and state job openings. This event

is open to the community and is designed to help meet the needs of the unemployed. We are an organization dedicated to community service in the areas of health, employment, education and economic development. We are seeking new members, with a like mind for community service, to join us. The Adult Club meets at Dreiser Center on the second Friday of every month from September to June. Ombudsmen are men of the community interested in mentoring, as well as, decreasing the high school drop-out rate

Congratulations and thank you to the Coalition Committee from the AfricanAmerican Churches and Community Organizations of Co-op City Inc. that contributed to Friends and Family Day 2011 held last Sunday, the 16th of October. Honoree, Bronx Supreme Court Judge Darcel Clark, was an inspiration. Judge Clark grew up in the Bronx’s Sound View section, went to Harry S. Truman High School, and is the first in her family to graduate college, and on to Howard University for graduate degrees just to start. Today, Judge Clark continues working for the Bronx, occupationally and socially. Judge Clark reminded attendees about the importance of NOT trying to get released from jury duty! Additionally, member and musician Alan Usher and his Night Riders Band brought guests to the dance floor and everyone enjoyed especially talented dancer “Joy In

Motion.” Sunday afternoon refreshments were delicious. Altogether, the afternoon was a great way to spend Sunday in Coop City. Hilary O. Shelton, Director, NAACP Washington Bureau and Senior VP for Advocacy and Policy, The National Branch of the NAACP, released the following news: On Thursday, October 6, 2011 Senator Ben Cardin (MD) introduced S.1670, the NAACP-supporting “End Racial Profiling Act of 2011.” The End Racial Profiling Act attacks the insidious practice of racial profiling by law enforcement on four levels: first, it creates a federal prohibition against racial profiling; second, it mandates data collection so we can fully assess the true extent of the problem; thirdly, it provides funding for the retraining of law enforcement officials on how to discontinue and prevent the use of racial profiling; and

of minority male students. Please call Sandra Hall, Membership Director, 917972-7732 if you are interested in joining the adult club or the ombudsmen. The Youth Club consists of youth 12 to 18 years of age. The Youth Club is dedicated to community service, education, technology and activism. If you are interested in these areas, as well as developing leadership skills, you should call Sylvia Hicks, Youth Advisor, at 917-921-5445 or the Membership Director, Sandra Hall, at the above telephone number. Information

about the National Association of Negro Business and Professional Women’s Clubs, Inc. may be found at www.nanbpwc.org. If you are interested in more information about the Employment Seminar, rendering community service and/or assisting with any of our programs, please call Eloise Paige, First Vice President, at 917868-0331. We look forward to seeing you and value your continued support of our community events. —Sylvia H ick s

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National Council of Negro Women Book Club last meeting of the year will be on Saturday, October 29, at 3:30 p.m. at Barnes & Noble. We will be discussing “ On Black Sisters Street” by Chika Unigwe. Please come out and join us! S a t u r d a y E d u ca t i o n P r o g r a m : Children in grades 2-8 will receive small group instruction in reading and mathematics each Saturday during the school year with certified teachers. Registration: 9:00 a.m. to 12 p.m., Room 14, Dreiser Community Center, beginning today, September 10 & continuing each Saturday as space allows. Fee for total year $225 includes registration fee. For further information, call 718-655-9034 or 718-671-1958.

T h ea t r e C lu b members will be heading to see the new play by Kirsten Greenidge “ Milk like Sugar,” November 6; tickets: $30. Become a theatre club member; Dues: $10 per year and will be collected at our January 9th meeting. Sa ve t h e Da t e: NCNW, Co-op City Section, will be celebrating its 41th Anniversary, April 28, 2012 at Marinia Del Rey. To our sick and shut-in, you are not forgotten. You are in our thoughts and prayers daily. Please contact Sadie Gilmore, 718-671-3721, to notify us of birthdays, illness or bereavement. Happy birthday to October members. —M a xin e Su lliva n

fourth, it holds law enforcement agencies that continue to use racial profiling accountable. For more information on this legislation, or to see what you can do, please review the action alert on the NAACP website http://action.naacp.org/ Executive Committee Members met October 18th and information from that meeting will be published in the next press release. The next general membership meeting is October 25, at 7 p.m., Rm. 35, Einstein Community Center. Attention: new members, it is time to join a branch committee of the NAACP. They include Education; Health; Youth; Membership; Civic Engagement/Political Action and others. Each offers an opportunity to contribute to the community and NAACP. Express your choice by calling 718-6717856 and leave a message. Comments

and/or suggestions can be expressed or write to P.O. Box 75-3111, Einstein Station, Bronx, NY 10475. Visit the NAACP website: http://action.naacp.org/ or the New York State Branch website for current news. Don’t forget to renew your membership and very importantly include your membership number on the form. Heartfelt birthday greetings are sent to members: Dolores Rankin and Eleanor D. Minor. Sadly, the branch marks the passing of community activist Betty Katz. The NAACP, Co-op City Branch again congratulates the Membership Committee on their recent successes, membership drive and “Ole’ School Party” held September 24th. This press release is submitted with the approval of President Jeannette Graves. —E va L a za a r

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African-American Association Thousands turned out for the dedication of the new Martin Luther King Jr. National Memorial in Washington, D.C.’s on October 16th. The 30-foot tall structure of Dr. King is the first honoring an African-American on the National Mall. Congratulations and thanks to all contributors in making this historic event materialize. Thanks to all Co-op City neighbors and friends who attended the 16th Annual Friends & Family Day Celebration last Sunday. You helped to make it a wonderful occasion. Save the date for the Annual Kwanzaa Celebration: Thursday, December 29th, 5:00 p.m., Bartow Center, Room 31. The following are programs sponsored by the African-American Association and you are encouraged to participate: Alvin Ailey Da n ce Per for m a n ce – The Association has planned a holiday outing the see the Alvin Ailey Dancers on Saturday, December 10, 2:00 p.m., City Center, NYC. Ticket prices: $35 for Association members; $40 for nonmembers. Call 718-379-5555. C om pu t er C la sses – This class meets every 2nd and 4th Monday, 7:00 p.m., Dreiser Center, Room 15. Classes

are tailored to your needs. Bring your laptop and $5. Members get one FREE class. Call 718-379-5555. E d u ca t ion – The Per Ankh Study Group/Communiversity of African-Centered Education meets every 1st and 3rd Monday, 7:00 p.m., Dreiser Center, Room 15 to review and discuss books and films on classical African civilizations, which are essential for the survival of people of color. “Magical Egypt” will be shown and discussed at our next gathering, led by Brother Kaba Hiawatha Kamene. All are welcome. 718-379-5555. J ob /E n t r ep r eneu r ia l Wor kshop P r ogr a m – Meets every first Thursday. Next meeting: November 3rd, 7:00 p.m., Dreiser Center, Room 15. The mission is to help anyone who wants to work and to assist individuals in starting a small business. Call 718-320-1424. C u b Scout s Pa ck – A pack leader and assistants are needed to give guidance to boys 6-11 years old. The Boy Scouts of America programs demonstrate how the boys will get the experience of developing new skills, working on projects together, going places together, being in a friendly/safe environment, making friends, having fun, and much more. Our boys need you. Won’t you please

Our Post is located in Section Five, Co-op City at the Community Center, 135 Einstein Loop, Room 41. Our office phone number is 718-320-8165. You can also reach us by e-mail at post1871@optimum.com. Greetings to all of our comrades who are homebound and recovering from various medical operations. Happy birthday to all our Post members who have a birthday in the month of October: Cesar L. Alicea, Alberto Ravello, Isaac F. Washington, Paul E. Graves, Jesse H. Johnson, Joseph H. Johnson, Kelvin A. White, Clarence Townes and Llewellyn Waterman. If I have forgotten to include your birthday, please let me know ASAP and I will make the correction at a later date. I forgot to include Melvin R. Brown’s birthday for September 20th. Happy birthday, Melvin R. Brown! For all of our Post members, here is a list of up and coming events: October 4th—Bronx County meeting at the Sam Young Post 620 at 1930 hours November 11th—Military Ball at the Villa Barone at

1900 hours. The price is $75per person. Nov 13—Veterans’ Day Parade for any information about events. Please contact the Post by e-mail or a call to make arrangements to attend or purchase a ticket or contact the Post ASAP. America has been fighting the longest wars in years in Afghanistan and Iraq for more than 10 years, but when will it all end? What makes a good legion post? Its members in the Post is only as good as its members’ 100% cooperation in activities, volunteerism and efforts to help the Post in any way that member can help in the day-today operations. Did you know that the American can be flown every day from sunrise to sunset and night if illuminated properly. The Park Avenue Armory is a 19th-century landmark. The Armory is five stories and was built between 1877 and 1881 as a military and social club for the volunteers. The Seventh Regiment will receive a $200 million renovation. The Armory will transform into a center for all forms of

volunteer? Call 718-379-5555. Females welcomed. B u sin ess O p p or t u n it y Wor k sh op – Meets Wednesdays, 7:00 p.m., Dreiser Center, Room 2. Call Kevin Lambright, 646-721-8185. Belly Da n ce C la sses – Mondays at 7:00 p.m., Dreiser Center, Room 2. No experience necessary. Call 646-2814570. G ener a l M em ber ship M eetin g – Our next membership meeting will be held Saturday, November 12, 4:00 p.m., Dreiser Center, Room 15. The agenda will include reviewing our programs, fundraisers, community enhancement and celebrate November birthdays. All are welcome. If you cannot attend a meeting, you may send your check or money order (DO NOT MAIL CASH) of $15 for a single membership and $25 for families to: AfricanAmerican Association of Co-op City, P.O. Box 702, Co-op City Station, Bronx, NY 10475. Your membership helps to support this organization that sustains our community. Association members will meet to re-arrange our room closet on Thursday, October 27th at 6:30 p.m., Dreiser Center, Room 15. All are welcome to assist. —F r a n cin e R eva J on es

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The Drammeh Institute On Saturday, November 12, the Griots’ Gate Film Festival comes to Co-op City, organized by the Drammeh Institute as a day of authentic African cinema in tribute to women, their struggles for justice and acts of redemption. Griots’ Gate will be presented through a partnership of the Drammeh Institute, the South African-based film group, Women of the Sun, and will feature the Harlem-based Medicine Women Productions who will inaugurate the day’s events to empower women and those who love them. Griots’ Gate Film Festival is an event not to be missed! The festival is free to the public and one of several projects to promote 2011 as the United Nations International Year for People of African Descent. Griots’ Gate is funded in part by the Bronx Council on the Arts, through the New York Council on the Arts (NYSCA) Decentralization Program and in-kind support from Riverbay Corporation. Starting time is 3:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at the Dreiser Community Center. For information, contact Elise Edwards, 718-737-1976; GriotsGate@gmail.com or visit www.thedrammehinstitute.org. —Iman Drammeh

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Faith @ Work Christian Church Meeting at 177 Dreiser Loop/Dreiser Community Center, Room 8, 9:30 a.m. (Sundays). Church telephone: (718) 644-0951; email: fatwcc@aol.com. Week ly Wor ship exper ien ces: 5:30 p.m., Thursdays Praise Team Rehearsal 6:30 p.m., Thursday Bible Study Sunday morning worship, 9:30 a.m. Youth church, 9:00 a.m., 2nd through

4th Sundays. C h u r c h M ot t o: “We are ChristCentered, Family-Focused with, Power and Authority.” C h u r ch M ission : To empower, educate and motivate men, women, boys and girls to reach their full potential and live abundant lives through preaching and teaching the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Come worship with us—where we honor tradition but are not bound by it!

AUDI T I O NS : Better Youth Generation (BYG) Gospel Performing Choir is holding auditions for singers and portable musicians November 4, at 5:00 p.m. Pre-registration is required and can be made at 718-644-0951 or by email at fatwcc@aol.com. All selected candidates will be enrolled in our annual scholarship program! Children, ages 616, are eligible to audition. 177 Dreiser Loop, Room 8, PRE-REGISTRATION

REQUIRED! We are not ashamed of the Gospel of Jesus Christ for it is the power of God unto salvation of everyone who believes! (Rom 1:16) What great power that is when you realize that you are not in this alone. Our witness is to God’s goodness and not our personal accomplishments. Remember, it’s never about us but always about the goodness of the Lord. —P a st or Deb or a h

Retirees of Dreiser Loop R E T I R E E S and friends, come join us in Clubroom 19 (718-379-0377) for your weekday socializing pleasure. Have fun and laughs, play cards, Board games, or just watch one of your favorite TV programs with friends. See you there. T R AVE L AC T I VI T I E S: Join the fun as we travel on: November 16-18th (3 days/2 nights) to SHOWBOAT Casino and Hotel, Atlantic City and get a $30 slot bonus, as well as 2 French Quarter buffets. Before going home (11/18), we’ll stop at the RESORTS Casino and get a $22 Casino rebate. Price: $200/double and $265/single occupancy. Final payment due Wed., Nov. 2nd. Contacts: Lorraine Parker, 718-6716403/Virginia Stewart, 718-379-0377. AT T E NT I O N! On Wed., March 14, 2012, “set sail on an extraordinary journey with one of the Bible’s most colorful

prophets,” JONAH, at the Sight & Sound Theatre, Lancaster County, PA. Price: $99 includes show followed by a delicious family style meal at Good ‘N Plenty. (50% deposit will hold your seat). Contacts: Lorraine Parker, 718-6716403/Beverly James, 718-379-0377. All checks/money orders payable to RETIREES of Dreiser Loop.. T HE AT R E C O M M I T T E E : Fri., Nov. 4th - 8:00 p.m. at Carnegie Hall, Stern Auditorium presents Sweet Honey in the Rock, the acclaimed awardwinning African American women a cappella ensemble which has built an international following of music lovers. Price: $86.50. A few seats are still available. Sat., Nov. 19th – 2:00 p.m. matinee, “COTTON CLUB PARADE,” a celebration of Duke Ellington’s years at the famed Harlem nightclub in the 1920’s and ‘30s at

the NY City Center. Price: $98. Wed., Nov. 30th – 11:00 a.m. matinee “ HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS,” a Christmas musical at the Westchester Broadway Theatre. Price: $65 includes lunch and show. SOLD OUT! Note: Bus leaves promptly at 9:45 a.m. In 2012, we are going to Lehman College to see: Sat., Jan. 14th, 8:00 p.m. - THE O’JAYS, Living Legends of R&B. Sat., Jan. 28th, 8:00 p.m. - DOO WOP show, another night of oldies and fun. Price: $55. Sat., Apr. 28th, 8:00 p.m. - SMOKEY ROBINSON, the Award-winning goldenvoiced Tenor. NOTE: Sign up ASAP with your name, telephone number, and payment for your performance of choice. All program prices include transportation (in order of payment

or first come). Committee members will be in Clubroom 19 on Thursdays after 3:00 p.m. If you have any questions after 6 p.m., call 718-324-7847 or 718-671-8637. G OO D AND W E L FAR E : We support all of you on the mend and send warm and bright wishes for a speedy recovery, and a subsequent long and healthy life. Contact Elinor Gordon at 718-3790377 regarding illnesses and bereavements. H E L P WANT E D: Volunteer part-time van drivers needed. Call Ms. Virginia Stewart (718-379-0377) for additional information. “When one door closes, another opens. But often we look so long so regretfully upon the closed door that we fail to see the one that has opened for us.” Good health and good fortune to all! —C la u d et t e Da vis

Co-op City Times / October 22, 2011

Church of the New Vision Pastor Anne L. Palmore and the congregation of The Church of the New Vision extend a warm and friendly invitation to everyone to worship with us every Sunday at 8:00 a.m. or 11:00 a.m. We are a church where inspirational messages from the Word of God, the Bible, are delivered every Sunday morning. The church is designed to meet the spiritual needs of our community by offering anointed singing and preaching, and a general atmosphere of Christian love and friendly hospitality. We also invite the youth of our community to attend our Sunday Morning services, which are designed to meet the special needs of our young people. Parents, please send your children to learn of the Lord Jesus.

Prayer Service takes place every Wednesday evening from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. followed by Bible Teaching from 8:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Be with us to learn the truth from the Word of God. L ist of P r ogr a m s a n d E ven t s: Adult Sunday School is from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Youth Sunday School is also from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Holy Communion is served the first Sunday of the month. Youth Sunday takes place on the second Sunday of the month. Missionary Sunday takes place on the third Sunday of the month Memorial Sunday (Men’s Day) takes place on the fourth Sunday of the month Seniors’ Sunday takes place on the fifth

Sunday of the month. Singles Ministry meets every third Tuesday evening of the month at 6:00 p.m. Kids For Christ Choir & Club meets 1st & 2nd Friday of the month at 6:30 p.m. Seniors’ Ministry meets 1st Tuesday of the month at 11:00 a.m. Mid-day Bible Study meets every Tuesday afternoon from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. The Usher Board Ministry is sponsoring a trip to see “Miracle of Christmas” at the Sight and Sound Theatres on Saturday, December 3. Roundtrip transportation, all you can eat at the Old Country Buffet outlet shopping at Rockvale, taxes and all gratuities are included. Donation for adults is $145, and children, 11 years old and younger, $130. A deposit of $25 per person reserves your seat. Payment plan is avail-

able and balance due on or before November 1st. For further information, please contact the Church of the New Vision. Come join New Vision’s “Partners in Reading Program” every Sunday afternoon from 1:40 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Students in Grades 1 through 8 discover the joy of reading while exploring and improving their literacy levels through small groups and reading partners. Parents, we encourage you to bring your children to benefit from this free program, taught by trained professionals. The Church of the New Vision is located at 135 Einstein Loop, Room #33, Bronx, NY 10475; Telephone: (718) 6718746 or (718) 320-0409. —C a r ol H a q u e

Co-op City Seventh-Day Adventist Church We invite our friends and neighbors to join us in our wellness programming for the entire family. We offer the following services free of charge: C o-op C it y SDA H ea lt h & F it n ess E d u ca t ion C en t er Children’s Self Defense/Fitness Class, Sundays, 11:00—12:00 p.m.; Free Adult Self Defense Fitness Class, Sundays, 12:00

p.m.—1:00 p.m.; Free Wa lk er s for Welln ess wit h NYC – walk around Coop City with this group a distance of about 3 miles on:Sunday mornings, 7:00 a.m.; Free Wednesday afternoons, Free Please ask us about information on disabilities for children and adults. Bread Ministry pick up on Saturdays between (2:30

p.m.—3:30 p.m.) Weekly Bibles Studies Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m. Saturday Worship Services, 9:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. We can be reached at the Co-op City SDA Church, 1010 Baychester Ave., Bronx, NY 10475. Our telephone number is 718-320-0518. Or reach us at www.CoopCitySDAChurch.org. —C h er yl Silver a

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Evangelical Church of Co-op City – UMC C om e & Visit Us – We welcome you to God’s House – Your House – One Family in Christ. We are a congregation with spirit-filled worship, offering a variety of opportunities for spiritual growth, fellowship and service to God and our community. We are a multi-ethnic, multi-cultural and bilingual congregation and all are welcome. Services are at the church at 2350 Palmer Avenue, across the street from Building 30. Parking is available. Visit our website at www.co-opcityumchurch.org. Su n d a y Ser vices – The first Sunday of the month is a bilingual service with communion beginning at 10 a.m. All other

Sundays, the services are as follows: English Service at 9 a.m. and the Spanish Service at 11:30 a.m. There are Bible studies in English and Spanish at 10:30 a.m. We also have a children’s service during the English service. P r a yer Nigh t : We will be having a prayer night on Tuesday evenings at 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Come and bring your prayer needs so we can all pray and become prayer warriors. Bring a friend who would like prayer. You know the Lord said, “whenever two or more are gathered in my name I will be in the midst of them.” Matthew 18:20

Aft er Sch ool P r ogr a m : In Room 43 of Einstein Community Center is a safe environment, where children can do homework, learn God’s word and just have some fun. Please call (718) 671-1033. C r escen d o C h r ist ia n M usic Sch ool: Learn piano, guitar, percussion, voice and theory. Contact Maestro Frank Colon at (917) 753-3644. The school will be open from Monday – Thursday, 2 p.m. – 8 p.m. Private and group lessons are available. Earlier lessons can be arranged. All ages are welcome. Registration is free and rates are affordable. H ea lt h a n d E xer cise: Every Monday

& Thursday from 7 p.m. – 8 p.m. is health and exercise time. Come and do exercises and learn about good health. Bring a friend. C h oir : If you love to sing and want to sing for the Lord, come on Thursday evenings at 8 p.m. for choir practice. Fa m ily Nigh t: Friday nights will now be family night with bible studies and other spiritual growth activities for all ages. Come and join either English or Spanish groups. For all ages. Bring a friend too, so they can be blessed or bring two or more friends. —R ev. Dr. M ilca Alva r ez-P la u d

St. Joseph’s Episcopal Church Fr. Taylor and the congregation of St. Joseph’s cordially invite you to worship with us at 155 Dreiser Loop, lower level, (718) 320-0844. All are welcomed. Sunday service and Sunday School are both at 9

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

7 p.m. Join us on a trip to Trump Plaza in Atlantic City on Saturday, November 26th. Tickets are $35. Buses leave from in front of the deli on Dreiser Loop at 8:30 a.m. sharp. A good time

awaits you! For further information, please contact June, (718) 320-0844. Worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth tremble before him. (Psalm 96:9) —D. Sin glet on & M . C h a m b er s

Co-op City Times / October 22, 2011

Pentecostal Tabernacle The Pentecostal Tabernacle welcomes everyone to join in worship service every Sunday morning at 120 Benchley Pl., Building 24; Tel. 718-324-0334 or 718-320-4218. Sunday School for all age group begins at 10:30 a.m. worship service starts at 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Prayer meeting every Wednesday starts at 7:30 p.m. Bible study on Fridays starts at 7:30 p.m. F OC US: The church is a privileged people who have been buried and risen in Christ, which enables them to walk in the light of His love, forgiveness and redemption. As ye therefore received Christ Jesus the Lord, so walk ye in him. (Colossians 2: 6) What a powerful confession for an individual to recognize the Lordship of our savior Jesus Christ, and to be able to share the privileges pre-destined for those who love Him and walk in His ways. Apostle Paul in his letter to the Colossians wanted to share some important characteristics that distinguish a follower of Christ. What

exactly are those characteristics? We would have to examine the scriptures to further authenticate and understand what Paul wanted to nurture them in recognizing. In Colossians 2:7, he states, “Those who live in Christ are “rooted” in him, they are also “built up in him”, meaning it is a continual process where one grows in God’s grace. They are established and strengthen in faith because faith makes things move. The results of trusting an unseen God benefits the believer greatly in which they abound with thanksgiving, they overflow with thankfulness because God always remains true. Apostle Paul stressed the importance of avoiding false teaching that could steer the believers to incorporate poor philosophy and ultimately rob them of their joy in Christ. Colossians 2:8 reads, “Beware lest any man spoil you through philosophy and vain deceit, after tradition of men, after the rudiments of the world, and not after Christ.” Now because we are embracing the fullness of Christ, we rec-

ognize that God is a reality. Thus now we possess the spiritual completeness all humans are able to obtain, not needing to adapt teachings that are not spirit-led. In Christ we have a new birth. The Old Testament’s sign of a new life was the covenant of circumcision. The New Testament identifies the believer by baptism as the saving work of Christ, specifically by his death, burial and resurrection. Apostle Paul reflects that one did not have to add manmade obligations to the victory of Christ. Jesus’ death on the cross gave all people freedom to live above sin. Christ is all sufficient and offers mankind an opportunity to enjoy life with him. Therefore wisdom that reigns within us is because we have a reason, hope and trust in our walk in Christ. And when the Lord blesses us we must worship and praise Him more, giving thanks every day. —R ev. R . Sibb lies

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

Church of the Savior Rev. Dr. Robert A. Smith, Jr., Pastor; Lady Theresa M. Smith, co-founder; Rev. McMillian, Assistant Pastor, and the Church of the Savior family extend an invitation to every person to worship with us. We are a non-denominational, inter-racial, inter-cultural, intergenerational fellowship of believers. We care about you, not your W2. We are not church as usual. Come as you are, we leave the judging to God. The Church of the Savior family extends love and affirmation to the Co-op City community; A warm welcome awaits you!! We love you for who you are, not what you have. Please call us at 718-320-0002 or 917-7344058 for more information. Do you want a place that allows you to meet the living God? Do you want to be connected to people who care about you not what you have on or how much money you make? A special seat and friend awaits you. Church of the Savior is located at 120 DeKruif Place – street level (under Building #7 near Dreiser Loop). Take the 38 to Dreiser Loop and DeKruif Pl. Our mailing address is: P.O. Box 86, Bronx, NY 10475. Su n d a y M or n in g Sch ed u le: Adult Bible Study – 9:15 a.m. Divine Worship - 10:30 a.m. Come and be blessed. We want an opportunity to love you. See you in church. Our children’s Sunday School will teach and nurture your child/children in the word of God. All sessions are during worship service. Ser m on t op ic: “Giving Him Thanks“ Reading from Holy Scripture Luke 17:16. Week ly Act ivit y: Each Thursday at 10:00 a.m., Channel 70, Bronxnet, tune in and be blessed. If this program has lifted you, please let us know. Dr. Smith can be contacted at 718-320-0002. If you prefer to drop a personal note: P.O. Box 86, Bronx, NY 10475 is our mailing address. Bereavement Support Group meets Monday evenings at 6:00 p.m. Are you grieving the loss of a loved one? Come, our arms and hearts are open to you. God bless you! Upcoming Events: “ I wa s h un gr y a n d you fed me” …Church of the Savior is reaching out to individuals and families who need nutritious food. Our food pantry, coordinated by First Lady Theresa Smith is just a phone call away. For more information in donating or receiving food, please call her at 718-925-5052. T h ou gh t for t h e Week : “In labors of love, everyday is payday!” —R ev. Dr. R ober t A. Sm ith , J r.

Einstein Loop, Room 50 (lower level). Our telephone number is 718-320-3774. Visit us on the web at www.coopcitybaptistchurch.org. Mid-week worship service is held on Wednesdays at 12 p.m. Bible study will be held on Wednesday, October 26 at 5:00 and 7:30 p.m. Prayer service is held on Fridays at noon and 7:30 p.m. Feast Delivers has been suspended until further notice. Today, Saturday, October 22 at 11:00 a.m., the Scholarship Ministry will present an Educational Workshop, for parents and students. This workshop will focus on grades 5–8 and how the high school admissions process works. If you have or know a child in the 7th or 8th grade, you are urged to attend this workshop which will give direction needed to embark on this very important phase of a child’s educational life. All are welcome to attend. Call 718-379-0541, 718-671-7507 or 718-3203774 for additional information or to RSVP. The Scholarship Ministry will be going on their Fall Shopping Spree on next Saturday, October 29, and you are invited to join them at the NEW Tanger Outlet Mall in Deer Park, Long Island. Tickets are $40 leaving from the Emigrant Savings Bank on Asch Loop and Bartow Avenue at 9 a.m. For additional information, call 718671-7507, 718-671-1918 or 718-320-3774.

The Senior Choir will celebrate their anniversary at the 11:00 a.m. service on Sunday, October 30. The theme for the day will be “Forever Grateful.” The guest speaker will be our very own Rev. Grace Emanuel. All are invited to attend. Co-op City Baptist Church will celebrate its 40th Anniversary on Saturday, November 19 at 11:30 a.m. at the Davenport Country Club located at 400 Davenport Avenue, New Rochelle, NY. Adult tickets are $65 and children, ages 3 -12 are $30. Please call 718-320-3774 for additional information. Pack your bags! The Scholarship Ministry invites you to hit the high seas again. They will be sailing on the Carnival Miracle leaving from New York City on Monday, July 9, 2012 sailing to San Juan, Puerto Rico, St. Thomas and Grand Turk. A deposit of $150 is due immediately. For additional information, call 718-3790541, 718-671-7507 or the church at 718-320-3774. Rev. Dr. Williams has a radio show on WMCA 570 AM every Friday at 1:30 p.m. Rev. Dr. Williams is the author of Principle Centered Living: 9 Reasons To Maintain Your Values in a Pressure Filled World and founder of SEW Universal, Inc. Visit his websites: www.Principle CenteredLiving.com or www.RevDr SheldonEWilliams.com. —H a t t ie L . L u ca s

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Community Protestant Church On behalf of our Pastor, Reverend Dr. Calvin E. Owens, and our church family, welcome to Community Protestant Church, a church of love and understanding, located at 1659 East Gun Hill Road, Bronx, NY 10469; telephone: (718) 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 - Thursday at 10:00 a.m. Fellowship, “Life on God’s Terms” Every Friday (except 4th Friday) 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

P L E ASE J O I N US I N C E L E BR AT I NG O UR PASTO R R E V. DR . C ALVI N E . OW E NS’ 35t h ANNI VE R SARY Opening Service - Sunday, November 6th, 4:00 p.m. Theme: “A Shepherd After God’s Own Heart.” The Guest Preacher will be Reverend Hugh Farrish, Bowen Memorial Baptist Church, Mount Vernon, N.Y. Anniversary Service – Sunday, November 13th, 11:00 a.m. 4:00 p.m. – The Voices of CPC Choir, Directed by Minister Charles Smith, with special guests, present a MUSICAL GOSPEL CARAVAN IN HONOR OF OUR PASTOR’S 35th ANNIVERSARY OTHER SCHEDULED EVENTS: Tomorrow, Sunday, October 23rd at 3:30 p.m. - The Missionary and Nurses Ministries will be pleased to have you join them as they celebrate their Joint Anniversary. Theme: “God is the Source of Strength Within Us.” Our Pastor, Rev. Dr. Calvin E. Owens, will bring the message for the afternoon. Saturday, November 5th, CPC Tours’

annual trip to the Apple Festival at Peddler’s Village and Penn Purchase, Bucks County, PA. Enjoy an autumn day where crafts people gather to show their wares and demonstrate their skills. In Peddlers Village, you will have over 70 quaint shops, including handcrafts, leather jewelry, collectibles and specialty foods. Penn Purchase, located across from Peddlers Village, features such stores as Brook Brothers, Coach, Jones NY and Nine West Outlets. Ticket: $47. For tickets and/or additional information, call CPC Tours at (718) 671-1182. Saturday, December 3rd, CPC Tours’ Annual Christmas Shopping Spree to Tanger Outlet Center in Riverhead, LI. Stock up on gifts from Banana Republic, Gap, Coach Factory Store, Jones NY, J. Crew, Easy Spirit, Timberland, London Fog. Tickets: $42. For tickets and/or additional information, call CPC Tours at (718) 671-1182. Thursday, March 22, 2012, CPC Tours sponsors a trip to Sight and Sound to see JONAH. Set sail on an extraordinary jour-

ney with one of the Bible’s most colorful prophets! Dinner to follow at Miller’s Restaurant. Shopping before the show at the Tanger Outlets. Ticket: $130. For ticket and/or additional information, call (718) 671-1182. The Women’s Guild Announces A FANTASTIC 17-DAY AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL…WEST TOUR - June 26July 12, 2012. Tour includes: round-trip transportation by Amtrak Rail and deluxe motorcoach; reclining coach seat with leg rest or private roomette sleeping accommodation; first class hotel accommodations; 19 meals; sightseeing at the Grand Canyon,Las Vegas, Yosemite National Park, San Francisco and Salt Lake City. For additional information, call (718) 6715961; (718) 320-1435; (718) 798-3337, or (718) 320-2608. The doors of Community Protestant Church are open to all to worship and fellowship with Christian believers of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. You are cordially invited to come in, join in and receive your blessing. E va n G . M it ch ell —E

Co-op City Little League Registration Dates The Co-op City Little League 2012 Season Baseball Registration will commence on Saturday, October 22, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Dreiser Loop Community Center, Rm 17. It will continue every Saturday at the same time up to Nov 19, with two Fridays on November 4 and 18, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Boys and girls of ages 4 through 16 are eligible to participate and there will be a discount for siblings. New players must bring in a birth certificate copy.

Tentatively, the winter baseball clinic, at no extra cost, will start in January and is offered to all CCLL registered players. For the games, the league provides a full baseball uniform which consist of jersey, pants, socks, and cap. The players need to have a baseball glove, bat (optional), athletic supporter (male players), heart guard (younger players) and baseball shoes (rubber molded cleats for major division and under). As a way to give back to our community, the Bay Plaza Modell’s Sporting Good Store sponsors a Team

Association of Building 14 Cooperators (AB14C) Have some fun with your Building Association by joining us in decorating the lobby for Halloween this weekend. A notice will be posted with specific time. Donations of decorations are appreciated – the creepier, the better! We will hold our regular monthly meeting next Thursday, October 27th at 7:30

p.m. The agenda will focus on plans for the upcoming holidays, community events and general Association business (closeout of 2011 and looking ahead to 2012). Please e-mail questions, suggestions and comments to jdfergie31@gmail.com or call 917.612.1951. —JD Ferguson

Working Families Party Co-op City Club Welcome back! We will have our regularly scheduled monthly meeting on Tuesday, October 25th at 7:00 p.m. in Room 37 in the Einstein Loop

Community Center. Please come out and join us for an update on the Working Families Party. —Cheryl Simmons-Oliver

Remember: Except for approved service animals, dogs are not allowed on Co-op City premises! If you see or hear dogs in your building, report it!

Week that offers discount coupons with a given percentage off all merchandise. At the end of the regular season, participation trophy will be given to all T-ball and Farm Division players. Minor and above divisions championship and runnerup team players will also be awarded.

Volunteer managers, coaches, and field maintenance assistants are needed. For more information on the Co-op City Little League program and registration fee, please visit our website at www.eteamz.com/coopcityll. —H ect or Aya la

Co-op City Times / October 22, 2011

Mon., October 24

Bartow

Einstein Library

Crochet and Knitting

Rm. 31

9:30am – 1:00 pm, Rm. 49

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

Bingo – 11:00 am, Room

Dominos 10:00 am, Rm.

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session 9:30 a.m.

–10:30 a.m., Rm. 7

Library 9:30am -1:00pm

Dominos

Stay Well Exercise 2:00

pm,

Room 25

Around The Lunch table 11:30 am, Rm. 49

11:00 am, Rm. 31

Card Games 2:00 pm – Current Events 10 a.m., Rm. 31

Bingo 11:00am, Rm. 31 Walking and Exercise w/Ms. Gaskill, 2 – 4 pm Dominoes 10 in Rm. 49 Tai Chi 11:00 in Rm. 45

Dominoes 2:30 p.m., Rm. 25 Bingo 1:00 in Rm. 49 Word Games 9:30 –11:30 a.m., Rm. 31

Wed., October 26

Stay Well Exercise 10 a.m., Room 31 Dominoes 2:30 p.m., Rm. 25 Word Games 9:30– 1:30 p.m., Rm. 31 Bingo 2 p.m. in Rm. 25 Blood Pressure 1st & 3rd 9–10 a.m., Rm. 31 Card Games 2-4 p.m., Rm. 25

Thurs., October 27

Library 9 am-1 pm Rm. 31 Chat Session 9:30 am-1:00 pm, Rm. 31 Dominos 2:30 pm, Rm. 31 Word Games 9:30 am11:30 am, Rm. 31 Bingo 2:00 pm, Rm. 31 Card Games 2:30-4 pm, Rm. 31

Fri., October 28

Movie Madness 9:30 am, Rm. 31 Men’s Line Dancing 9-10 am, Rm. 31 Women’s Line Dancing 10-11 am, Rm. 31 Spelling Bee 11:00am, Rm. 31 Dominos 2:30 pm, Rm. 31 Word Games 9:30 am – 11:30 am, Rm. 31 Bingo 2:00pm, Rm. 25 Card Games 2-4 pm, Rm. 31

Mind Teasers Gentle Yoga w/Anne 2 p.m. – 3 p.m., Rm. 2

Bingo 10:00 in Rm. 31

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

10 a.m., Rm. 2 12 p.m. – 1 p.m., Rm. 7

Word Games 9:30 am –

4:00 pm, Room 25

Tues., October 25

Dreiser

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

Dominoes 10 a.m., Rm. 45 Spelling Bee10 a.m., Rm. 49 Spanish Practice Class 10:30 in Computer lab Bingo 1:00 in Rm. 49 Advanced Line Dance 2:00-4:00 pm, Rm. 45

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

Dominos 10 am, Rm. 45 Art 10:00 am, Rm. 45 Bingo 1:00 pm, Rm. 49 Card Games 2:00pm4:00pm, Rm. 49 Blood Pressure 2nd and 4th Friday, 10:00am11:30 am, Rm. 49

Afternoon Movie Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session, 9:30 – 10:30, Rm. 7 Alert & Alive 10:3011:30 am, Rm. 7 Mixed Cultural Dance 10:30 am in Aud. A Mind Teasers 12-1 p.m., Rm. 4 Zumba 1:30-2:30 p.m., Aud. A Tuesday Movie w/popcorn 2-4 p.m., Rm. 7 Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session, 9:30 – 10:30, Rm. 7 Sewing w/Raymonde 9:30 – 11:30 a.m., Rm. 7 Tai Chi 11 am-12 pm., Rm. 2 Mind Teasers 12-1 p.m., Rm. 7 Art Class 1-3 p.m., Rm. 7 Yoga 1st, 2nd and last Wed, 2-3 p.m., Aud. A Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session 9:30 am10:30 pm, Rm. 7 Blood Pressure 1st and 3rd Thurs. 10 -11:30 am, Rm. 7 Line Dancing 3rd & 4th Thurs., 10-11 am, Aud. A Mind Teasers 12-1 pm, Rm. 4 Belly Dancing 12:30-1 pm, Aud A Handi-Flex 1-2 pm, Aud A Drama 1:30-4 pm, Rm. 7 Crochet and Knitting 10 am-12 pm, Rm. 7 Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session 9:30 am10:30 pm, Rm. 7 Meditative Moments 11 am-12 pm, Rm. 2 Mind Teasers 12 pm-1 pm, Rm. 4 Card Games, Dominoes 2-4 pm, Rm. 7 *Schedule subject to changes without notice*

WEEKLY TRIPS WEEKLY TRIPS

PRICE

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

$5 $12

Fridays Tuesdays

$3 $12.50

Swimming Bowling

Soups, Breads and Desserts

Orange juice Mon., Meatballs Chicken cutlets w/onions and peppers Whole wheat spaghetti Oct. grain penne pasta Italian blend 24 Whole Peas and carrots

Whole wheat bread Pear halves

Kosher

Tues., Oct. 25

Apple juice Stewed cod fish Yuca w/onions Broccoli florets

Chicken drumstick Corn Broccoli florets

Rye bread Mixed fruit

Wed., Oct. 26

Orange/pineapple juice Stuffed peppers Mashed potatoes Tossed salad

Flounder Oven browned potato w/green peppers Cabbage

Whole wheat bread Apple

Thurs., Octt. 27

Pineapple juice BBQ chicken Yellow rice Spinach

Beef stew Rice Peas and carrots

Rye bread Banana

2 – 4 p.m., Rm. 7

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

DATES

Non-Kosher

Date:

PICK-UP TIMES Bartow Dreiser Einstein 1 p.m. 1:15 p.m. 1:30 p.m. 8:30 a.m. 8:45 a.m. 9:00 a.m. (June, July & August only) 1:15 p.m. 1:00 p.m. 1:30 p.m. 11 a.m. 11:30 a.m. 11:15 a.m.

To register for trips and classes, please call: (718) 320-2066 Monday – Friday: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Funded by: The NYC Department for the Aging, The NYS Office for the Aging and Riverbay Corporation

Fri., Oct. 28

Pineapple juice; BAT chicken Pineapple juice; BAT chicken Pineapple juice; BAT chicken breast w/gravy; Spooky yams; breast w/gravy; Spooky yams; breast w/gravy; Spooky yams; Trick/treat veggies;Vampire Trick/treat veggies;Vampire Trick/treat veggies;Vampire bread; Bat margarine; bread; Bat margarine; Monster bread; Bat margarine; Monster cake; Elvira milk cake; Elvira milk Monster cake; Elvira milk

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

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

Upcoming Events/Trips NE W !! Effective September 26, in order to receive R E F UNDS, JASA must be notified of cancellations at least 24 hours in advance. E M P I R E C I T Y C ASI NO—IF your name is on the list, your payment MUST be made by the Friday prior to the trip. DAT E S F O R NOVE M BE R O NLY! Tuesdays, November 1, November 8, November 15 and November 29th and Wednesdays, November 9, November 16, November 23 and November 30. Pick-ups: Asch Loop – 9:00 a.m.; Dreiser – 9:15 a.m. and Einstein – 9:30 a.m. WAL M ART – FRIDAY, October 28 $12. SO L D O UT ! Trip includes transportation & boxed lunch. Pick-ups: Asch Loop – 8:30 a.m.; Dreiser – 8:45 a.m. and Einstein – 9:00 am. AC E I N T H E H O L E , Friday, November 18. Lonnie Youngblood Live! Shop “N” Show Pre-Holiday Party. Payment required upon registration. Transportation by Coach Bus. $65. – Pickups: Dreiser, 9:30 a.m.; Bartow, 9:45 a.m.; Einstein, 10:00 a.m. SC R I E C L I NI C : JASA will continue to hold a SCRIE Clinic. Please call to make an appointment with a Social Worker, 718-320-2066, to sign up. Please bring the following documents: 1. Must be 62 years of age or older; bring proof of age. 2. Have an annual household income of $29,000 or less; bring proof of income: Pension, Dividends, Wages, Social Security, etc. 3. Federal Tax returns, if filed; bring a copy of your 2010 1040 form. Be sur e t o b r in g you r M edica id /M ed ica r e P a r t B ca r d wit h you . R AF F L E : Kn it t in g a n d C r och et in g E xt r a va ga n za R a ffle. Lapgans (for the lap), shawls, baby blankets, hat & booties, and other items will be raffled off on Monday, October 24, 10:00 a.m-12:00 p.m. in room 7. Br on x J ASA M ed ica r e Su m m it There are many changes with Health Care – and Medicare enrollment is here. Do you know what the changes and updates are? JASA is holding a Medicare event that will help you gain information on eligibility and learn about the various benefit programs offered through Medicare and Social Security. For anyone who has

Medicare, this informative event is not to be missed. Representatives from the Medicare Rights Center, New York City Department for The Aging, and Social Security will be present. T h e M ed ica r e Su m m it will b e on O ct . 27t h in t h e Dr eiser Au d it or iu m a t 1 p .m . C a r egiver Su p p or t G r ou p : A Caregiver Support Group can offer an atmosphere of understanding and support for caregivers to discuss issues and concerns. Whether you care for a loved one from a distance or in your home, you are most welcome. The group meets every other Tuesday at: 2049 Bartow Avenue, Room 31 from 1-2 p.m. The next session is Tuesday, October 25th. The support group is facilitated by a social worker. If you have any questions, please contact JASA at 718-320-2066. DI SABI L I T Y G R O UP : Meets Friday, Nov. 4 – 1 p.m., 2049 Bartow Ave., Rm. 25. DI AB E T I C S UP P O R T G R O UP : Diabetes can seem to be an overwhelming disease because it impacts so many areas of your daily life. The Diabetic Support group’s goals are too keep you informed and motivated on how to stay healthy. The group meets every last Monday of the month at 177 Dreiser Loop, 2nd Floor, Room 7, from 1 p.m.-2 p.m. The next session is scheduled for Monday, October 31. For more information and to register, please contact Chidinma Ezihe, 718-6712090 (Ext. 3011) or Rosella Stone, 718320-2066 (Ext. 2003). Sen ior C en t er F ield Tr ip Per m ission Slip – Effective immediately, all senior center participants are required to fill out a Senior Center Field Trip Permission Slip before going on any JASA senior center trips. If you are paying for someone to go on the trip, you m ust make sure that they bring the form with them on the day of the trip. All for m s m u st be filled out p r ior t o goin g on t h e tr ip; No E xcep t ion s. Blood P r essu r e: L oca t ion s & Sch ed u le: 135 Einstein Loop, Room 45, every 2nd & 4th Friday at 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.; 177 Dreiser Loop, Room 7, every 1st & 3rd Thursday at 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.; and 2049 Bartow Avenue, Room 31, every 1st & 3rd Wednesday at 9 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.

Co-op City Times / October 22, 2011

WEEKLY SCHEDULE BUILDING & TOWNHOUSES ASSOCIATIONS Broun Place Association: “Meeting” Thurs., 10/27; 6:00 pm (Bartow Room #31)

EDUCATION African American Association: “Business Education Classes” Wed., 10/26; 6:00 pm (Dreiser Room #2)

HOBBIES Duplicate Bridge Club: “Bridge Game” Wed., 10/26; 4:00 pm (Dreiser Room #9) African American Association: “Belly Dancing” Mon., 10/24; 7:00 pm (Dreiser Room #2), “Yoga/Pilates” Tues., 10/25; 7:00 pm (Dreiser Room #2)

RELIGIOUS Deeper Life Church: Tues., 10/25; 7:00 pm (Dreiser Room #1) Church of the New Vision: “Bible Studies” Sun., 10/30; 9:30 am (Einstein Room #38) Faith @ Work Christian Church: “Bible Study” Thurs., 5:30 pm (Dreiser Room #8) “Youth Ministry” Fri., 10/28; 3:30 pm (Dreiser Room #10) “Worship Service” Sun., 10/30; 8:00 am (Dreiser Room #8) Iglesia Cristiana Marcos 16:15: Sun., 10/30; 10:00 am (Einstein Room #35) Harvest Restoration Ministries: “Bible Study” Wed., 10/26; 6:00 pm (Dreiser Room #10), “Worship Service” Sun., 10/30; 10:00 am (Dreiser Room #9) Circle of Christ: “Children’s Bible Study” Sun., 10/30; 10:00 am (Dreiser Room #2) Greater Love Cathedral Baptist Church: “Bible Study” Wed., 10/26; 6:30 pm (Dreiser Room #8) “Worship Service” Sun., 10/30; 3:00 pm (Dreiser Room #1) Mount Calvary Baptist Church: “Bible Study” Thurs., 10/27; 5:30 pm (Dreiser Room #9)

SCOUTS Greater New York Girl Scouts: “Meeting” Fri., 10/28; 5:30 pm (Dreiser Rooms #1, 2, 4, and 9)

SENIORS JASA Senior Services: “luncheon” Mon., - Fri., 10/24;-10/28; 8:00 am (Bartow Room #31)

SERVICE & CIVIC Weight Watchers Nutrition Program: Tues., 10/25; “Meeting Time” 6:00 pm

AARP Chapter #4997 F YI: AARP Driver Safety Program (sponsored by Peachtree Chapter #4997) is scheduled for SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 19th, at Community Protestant Church; 1659 East Gun Hill Road; Bronx, NY. To register, call the church office, 718-8629172, and leave your name and phone number and someone will return your call. Get-well wishes to Jackie Nelson. Heartfelt condolences to Veray Darby in the loss of her brother-in-law, Robert Gray, of Washington, DC NOT E : To our sick, on the mend and shut-in members, and those bereaved members, please know that you are in our prayers. Contact Frances Wilson, Good & Welfare Coordinator, 718-671-5493. 2011 TO UR AC T I VI T I E S REMINDER: You don’t have to be a member of Peachtree Chapter to attend any of the trips, so, come and go with us. Let’s have fun together. Dec. 8, 2011 (Thurs.) - AARP Peachtree Holiday Celebration at Villa Barone Manor — $65/person (bus available – first come/first served). Tickets are available in Dreiser Community Center, Room “O” on Thursdays, 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. or Fridays, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. For additional information, contact Stella Baker, 718 379-2088. Dec. 30 – Jan. 1, 2012 – New Year’s Eve Weekend Celebration at the DESMOND – Lavish New Year’s Eve Party; cocktail party w/hot hors d’oeuvres & pasta station; 5 hours open bar; Surf & Turf dinner; champagne toast; music/dancing; after lunch (on your own), all New Christmas Show at the American Music Theater; after check-in, dinner w/fun & games; full-hot buffet breakfast;

then you can go to an Atlantic City Casino or shopping at QVC Studio Tour or shopping at King of Prussia Mall or relaxing at the Desmond; 2 nights deluxe accommodations; New Year’s Day Champagne Brunch & show; WAITING LIST AVAILABLE - $534/person double; $634 – single; $526/person triple; $50/per person trip insurance available — FINAL PAYMENT due on or before Nov. 15th meeting. Contact Delores, 718-379-2176. 2012 TO UR AC T I VI T I E S APRIL 23-24, 2012 – “JONAH” – experience the mighty storm at sea that breaks apart an enormous ship; peer into the underwater world & see the giant fish swallow up God’s misguided Prophet Jonah — at the Millennium Theater in Lancaster (PA) – trip includes: a stop in Bethlehem (PA) known as the “Christmas City”; visit the Sands Casino ($35 Casino Bonus) — current photo ID or passport required; lodging at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Reading; wine & cheese reception w/a sit-down dinner and live musical comedy show; 2nd day hot breakfast buffet; visit an Amish quilt shop, cannery & Kitchen Kettle gift shops; w/reserved seats at the Millennium Theater for “JONAH”; stop for dinner on the way home…$281/person double; $331 – single; Trip insurance - $14/each – double; $29/single; call Jeanne, 718-379-3742 for registration info. NOT E : The Tour Committee will be working on trips for 2012. If you have a “wish list” for a trip you would like us to consider, please contact any member of the committee with details. We would like to hear from you. —Delor es Deb n a m

Handicapped Adults Association

(Dreiser Room #4)

Wiiliamsbridge Club: “Meeting” Wed., 10/26; 4:00 pm (Dreiser Loop Room #1 and #4) Sat “Job Fair” 10/29; 9:00 am (Dreiser Room #9) District Council #37: “Meeting” Thurs., 10/27; 6:30 pm (Dreiser Room #1)

SPORTS New York Lyons Mane Track: “Track Practice” Mon., 10/24; & Wed., 10/26; 5:30 pm (Dreiser Aud. B)

Baychester Library Events

VISIT THE LIBRARY - A GREAT WEALTH OF INFORMATION WEEKLY EVENTS KIDS Game On Nintendo Wii! - Monday, October 24 @ 3:30 pm Tween Time - Tuesday, October 25 @ 3:30 pm Teen Advisory Group (TAG) - Every Tuesday @ 4 pm Read Aloud - Every Wednesday @ 3:30 pm Teen Book Café - Every Wednesday @ 4 pm Chess Club - Every Thursday @ 3:30 pm Teen Time - Every Friday @ 2:30 - 4 pm Halloween Fun For Kids/Teens - Monday, October 31 @ 3 - 5 pm

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

VAN-For information on the van, call the office at 718-320-2069. FLE A M AR KE T-Come to Room #13 and shop in our flea market. Greeting cards 25¢ each, canes $5 each, jewelry, soft covered books 5 for $1, hard covered books 50¢ each, CD’s-music in Spanish and English-$1 each. New items arrive daily. We are open from 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. We are located in Dreiser Community Center, Room #13.

The Office-Our office hours are 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. If you need information, call the office at 718-320-2069. Du es—Dues for the year 2012 is due. Either mail or bring your check to The Handicapped Adults, 177 Dreiser Loop, Room #13, Bronx, N.Y. 10475. Pennies, pennies, pennies-Please bring them to the office. —Ar lene Rodr iquez

Goose Island Seniors Tuesd a y, O ct ob er 25—Going to Mt. Airy Casino. Price is $30. Rebate: $35. You can play on more than one machine. Pick-up time is 8:30 p.m. at out 3 usual bus stops: Einstein Center, Asch Loop (back of library) and Dreiser Loop. Wed n esd a y, O ct ob er 26—Bingo game in Room 39 at 1:30 p.m. Admission is $2. Members and guest are welcome. Refreshment are served. Su n da y, O ct ob er 30—Bingo game in Room 39 at 1:30 p.m. Admission is $3. Everyone is welcome to join our game. Snacks and refreshment served. T hur sd a y, Novem ber 10—Come and join us at our End of Year Party at the

Seashore Restaurant. Price is $55 (fiftyfive). You’ll be entertained by our D.J. Williard. Menu: appetizer—salad, pasta; Entrees: shrimps, Salmon, filet of Sole, also seafood platter, prime of beef, also BBQ chicken or ribs or both chicken and ribs; soft drink, Iced tea, and special cake, coffee, tea. On Wednesday, October 19—We went to Villa Roma. More information will follow next week. For more information, see Ann or Mary at 135 Einstein Center in Room 39 or call 718-379-9613, Monday – Thursday, 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. or call Mary in the evenings, 718-379-4899. GOOD HEALTH TO ALL. —M a r y P illa

Einstein Cancer Fund We will be going to Foxwoods Casino, Tuesday, November 8th. The cost per person is $30 with a cash bonus of $10 Keno play and a $10 food voucher. Time of pick-up is at 8 a.m. starting at Einstein Loop, followed by Asch and Dreiser Loop. A valid photo ID is required, along with you casino card. Our next general membership meeting will be on Tuesday, November 1st in Room 38 at 1:30 p.m. We welcome new

members and dues are only $12 so be part of a worthwhile cause. The meeting will also be a Bingo meeting. Come one, come all. For the above trip, please call Mildred at 718-320-0288, Loretta at 718-6712598, or Lydia at 718-671-3005. For memorial cards, please call Loretta. Good health and healings are wished to all. Stay safe. —Lyd ia R u a s

Co-op City Times / October 22, 2011

Traditional Synagogue

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

It is not easy to ask for help, believe me, I know. It is much easier to just push forward, to buck up, to get through, rather than admit we cannot do it all alone. Yet, when we ask for help, something incredible happens. We learn that nobody really expects us to be superhuman. Nobody really thinks we should go it alone. Anybody who has ever been asked for help knows how

good it feels to say yes, and how good it feels to make someone’s life a little bit easier. Having been both the one who is asked to help, and the one who asks for help, I can see both sides of the picture. And even though I still resist asking for help, I can no longer deny that something special, magical, and holy happens when we simply say, “Could you help me?”

Bereavement Support Group meets at 6:30 p.m. Mondays Weekly meetings of the Bereavement Support Group offered by Church of the Savior will now begin at 6:30 p.m. Mondays beginning this Monday and continuing through the winter months. Rev. Dr. Robert Smith, who runs the weekly meeting, said the sessions are open to everyone who has or is having trouble coping with the loss of a loved one, whether it be a spouse, parents, sib-

ling, other relative or a close friend. The sessions are open to all faiths and are designed for bereaved residents to share their emotions and experiences with others and give and get support from others feeling similar pain and loss. The meetings are held at Church of the Savior located on the street level of Building 7, 120 Dekruif Place. For more information, call the church at 718-320-0002.

Assemblyman Benedetto continues lobby visits Assemblyman Michael Benedetto will visit the following lobbies in Co-op City between 5:15 p.m. and 7:00 p.m., as follows:

October 27—140 Debs Place November 3—120 Benchley Please come out and bring your issues to the assemblyman.

The Traditional Synagogue of Co-op City, Young Israel of Baychester, Section 5 (new address) at Bldg. 27B-120 Erdman Place (behind the lobby), welcomes you to pray with them. Tel. for the Shule (same old number), 1-718-379-6920. Not e: Office hours are on Thursday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and on Sunday, we are here from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Candle lighting on Friday, October 28, is before 5:40 p.m. Shabbat ends today, Saturday, October 22, at 6:47 p.m. We recite Havdallah (The Recital over the Wine) at the end of Shabbos. Mincha services on Saturday, October 22 at 5:40 p.m. The community is always welcome to attend our various functions and enjoy a great day of fun and friendship. C om in g E ven t s: Saturday, October 22-Services are at 9:00 a.m. The parsha is Bereshit. The Rabbi’s class commences at 5:50 p.m. Shabbat ends at 6:47 Sunday, October 23 at 1:30 p.m.-The Synagogue sponsors an afternoon of Bingo. The cost is $3 per person. Bring your friends and neighbors. Sunday, November 6 at 11:00 a.m.-

Sisterhood paid-up brunch followed by a great afternoon of Bingo. The Bingo is $3 per person. This will be a complete day of enjoyment. Sunday, November 20 at 1:30 p.m.The synagogue sponsors a fun afternoon of friendship and BI NG O . The cost is $3/person. Refreshments are served. G ood a n d Welfa r e: Come on down to the synagogue to purchase kosher wine. Do you need a tree certificate sent “in Honor” or “in Memory” of a special occasion or a condolence? For information, you can call Mimi at 1-347-427-4526 and we can accommodate you. October brings joyous birthday wishes to: Marcia Abel on the 4th; Marilyn Sherman on the 9th and Bruce Gitelson on the 17 and Rabbi Daniel Kronengold on the 21. Happy anniversary wishes on Oct. 23 to Debbie and Gary Schwartz. Get well wishes to Nat Sherman, Jerry Berlofsky and Marilyn Sherman. We hope you’ll be feeling better real soon. P lea se! Support the Synagogue. We always need your help. Thank you. Shalom! M ir ia m E velyn Ber lofsk y —M

Young Israel of Co-op City Young Israel of Co-op City (lower level of the Dreiser Loop shopping center) is a house of worship that opens its doors every morning from 6 until 7 am. Anyone who wishes to start the daily routine with prayers, during which our spiritual leader, Rabbi Solomon I. Berl, offers a brief Bible reaching is welcome. On Friday evening, Sabbath service begin at 10 minutes after the candlelighting time. Saturday morning starts at

9 a.m. Rabbi Berl delivers his sermon at 10:30 a.m. The Rabbi’s class on the Torah reading of the week begins one hour before sunset every Saturday afternoon. For office hours or any information you may seek, feel free to call (718) 6712300 and leave your name, phone number and a brief message on the synagogue’s answering machine, and your call will be returned as soon as possible.

Co-op City Jewish Center October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month

The Co-op City Jewish Center is located at 900 Co-op City Boulevard, Bronx, N.Y. 10475. Saturday services are continuing thanks to those people who attend. Please try to attend whenever possible. We would like to remind our members and any Jewish people in Co-op City

looking for a conservative synagogue, we are still here, and all are welcome. Try to take a Saturday and come to services when you can. Donations can be mailed to the Co-op Jewish Center. —M a r vin Seid m a n

Please Drive Slowly and Cautiously in all Co-op City’s Parking Facilities!

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