Co-op City Times 12/11/10 by Co-op City Times

Vol. 45 No. 49

Saturday, December 11, 2010

Fast acting Public Safety officers save the life of a former Board Director BY BILL STUTTIG Public Safety officers were responsible for saving the life of a man who had gone into cardiac arrest and lost consciousness while driving his car in Section 5 last Saturday morning, December 4th. Officers Yan Gularte and Hector Tejada, while on regular patrol, noticed a car drifting off the road in Section 5 at approximately 9:40 a.m. and instantly investigated. The car had come to a rest against a fence near the intersection of Hunter Avenue and Earhardt Avenue and the officers found the driver unconscious and apparently not breathing. The two officers were forced to break the windows and extricate the heart attack victim from the vehicle. Once the officers removed the man, they could not find a pulse so they immediately started cardio-pulmonary resusci-

tation. Other units began arriving on the scene and officers began taking turns administering CPR until a defibrillator was brought to the site moments later. Two shocks were applied to the stricken man with no results, but a third try resulted in the man’s heart restarting. The city’s Emergency Medical Service arrived moments later and transported the victim to the hospital for acute medical care. Aside from Officers Gularte and Tejada, Officers Pablo Catala and Antonio Mojica and Lieutenant Alberta Robinson were instrumental in the man’s resuscitation. The stricken man was later identified as Saul Weber, a long time community leader and former Board Director who served on the Riverbay Board for over a decade. (Continued on page 2)

Total cogeneration savings reach $16.46 million for Co-op City residents BY JIM ROBERTS Shareholders in Co-op City have paid nearly $9 million less to Con Edison from April to October this year than they would have if the community’s cogeneration plant didn’t exist, saving money that is being used to help pay for the continuing capital projects.

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HCR approves increased fees for laundry services and late payments of maintenance charges BY ROZAAN BOONE The New York State Housing and Community Renewal (HCR) this week gave the go ahead for Riverbay to implement proposed increases to laundry service and the late fee for carrying charge payments for Co-op City shareholders on January 1, 2011. The increases amount to $20 more in the late fee payment for those who pay their carrying charges after the 10th of the month and $50 more for legal fees for non-payment action, and 25 cents more for the use of washers in the laundry rooms. At the November 22nd Board meeting, the Riverbay Board approved two resolutions, 10-59 and 10-79, which specifically addressed these increases. The increases were then reviewed by HCR--formerly known as the New York State Division of Housing and Community Renewal (DHCR), the state supervisory agency for Mitchell-Lama developments such as Co-op City—and earlier this week HCR notified

Riverbay’s management that the agency agrees with the increases. Resolution 10-59 stated that management proposed increasing the late fee for the payment of maintenance charges after the 10th of the month by $20, from $30 to $50, as a way of influencing shareholders to pay their carrying charges on time and to cover the associated administrative costs incurred. The late fee will be collected as additional rent. Citing HCR’s Management Manual for Housing Companies (9 NYCRR 1727-4.1) which states, “Payment of rent promptly by tenants can be made a matter of habit” and that managers must diligently follow procedures to ensure timely monthly payments, Riverbay’s management reported to the Board on September 8, 2010 that for a one-year period, from July 2009 to June, 2010, the average number of Co-op City’s 15,372 shareholders who did not pay (Continued on page 4)

In the latest figures from the Riverbay Finance Department, the savings for the month of October, 2010 reached $1.534 million. Savings in August of this year were $1.644 million and the September savings were (Continued on page 4)

CERT and Public Safety team up on emergency preparedness strategies BY BILL STUTTIG In what is being described as an unprecedented partnership for a New York City community, Co-op City’s volunteer Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) began a series of strategy and policy setting meetings with the Department of Public Safety to better devise and define roles when and if the community is faced with any of a wide variety of emergencies. The first in a series of what is being termed “table top exercise orientations” was held Wednesday evening between leadership of the community volunteer CERT team and the commanders of the Department of Public Safety. Public Safety’s Chief Frank Apollo said that at the first session Wednesday— which included participation from vari-

ous Public Safety commanders and eight CERT members from the community, including its leader, Board Director Khalil Abdul-Wahhab, and Riverbay Assistant General Manager Gail Badger—a specific hypothetical emergency scenario was presented, a power failure affecting Section 5, and various strategies were discussed for sharing the responsibility of assuring the safety and comfort of residents throughout the duration of the emergency. “We went over policies that are in place and made revisions to certain procedures,” Apollo explained. Responsibilities for certain functions, such as traffic control, the distribution of water and other supplies and strategies (Continued on page 2)

Lighting the Season … State Assemblyman Mike Benedetto received the honor of lighting the community’s holiday tree at Co-op City’s annual Holiday Celebration held in the Dreiser Community Center auditorium on Wednesday, December 1. Songs, dances and stories celebrating most of the holidays observed by the community many cultures during this time of year were presented to a gathering of more than 200 shareholders. An appearance by Santa Claus, who handed out candy to the children, closed the evening which also featured a rousing performance by Gospel for Teens of the Mama Foundation for the Arts, winners of the prestigious Verizon Gospel Festival. See more holiday pictures on page 3. Photo by Bill Stuttig

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for leading evacuations and securing evacuees in safe, comfortable environment were all discussed and assigned to the specific teams . Abdul-Wahhab, who has led Co-op City’s volunteer CERT team since its inception and training process more than two-years ago, called Wednesday’s meeting, and planned future meetings, unprecedented in the Tri-State area in that a community’s volunteer CERT team was working directly with the community’s police force in setting strategies and policies for an emergency preparedness plan specific to that community. Abdul-Wahhab said that additional

table-top orientation meetings will be held over the next several months to implement strategies for handling other emergency scenarios. The next meeting is scheduled for right after the holidays and additional sessions will be held through the spring. At that time, the two teams of emergency responders plan to launch a drill where a specific emergency scenario will be staged and the two teams will practice working together putting their procedures into action over a prolonged duration of a few hours. In July of 2008, a similar drill was staged by the city’s Office of Emergency Management on Adler Place in order to

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test the capabilities of the community’s newly-trained CERT team members. The drill was the final test for the new volunteer members, many of whom live in Coop City, before being certified by the City of New York’s OEM as Community Emergency Response Team members. CERT was a program started by OEM over the past several years in response to a number of emergency situations that struck residential communities within the five boroughs over the past decade. Volunteer community members are trained to be the first responders in an emergency to assist residents immediately in the case where the city’s emergency crews have not

yet arrived on the emergency scene. After the city agencies do respond to the emergency, CERT team members stay on hand to assist professional emergency responders in any way possible under the command of professional emergency response agencies, such as FDNY, NYPD or OEM. While most Community Board District’s throughout the city have volunteer CERT teams assigned to them, Abdul-Wahhab explained that Co-op City is unique because it has it own specific CERT team to respond to emergencies in the community because of Co-op City’s uniquely large and concentrated population.

wish him a full and successful recovery back to health in the days and weeks ahead and I especially thank Public Safety for giving him that chance. If it wasn’t for the life saving actions of our officers, Saul would not be with us today.” In a statement read to all the officers at roll calls this week, Chief Frank Apollo said: “The saving of a human life is so much more incredible that anyone can ever fathom, for when it is lost, it is gone forever and can only be envisioned in a spiritual sense. Seconds are so precious

when life is drifting away and I would like to think that it is spiritual intervention that made Officers Gularte and Tejada turn that corner at the very same time someone required our assistance.” Further on, Apollo continued: “The members involved in the life save may not realize this, but their spirits have been enriched and their actions have strengthened them as human beings. Their lives will be changed forever knowing that they gave another human being a second chance at theirs.”

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Hillary Weber, Saul’s wife, expressed profuse gratitude to Public Safety for giving her husband a chance at survival and recovery. “I know that if it wasn’t for the professional and swift actions of these Public Safety officers, Saul would not be with us today,” she said. “They are responsible for saving Saul’s life and because of that, words cannot express my gratitude.” Saul is in intensive care at a local hospital and although he still has a long road to long-term recovery, the signs are hope-

ful that he will be able to pull through and resume his life here in Co-op City in the future. Besides being a Board Director for many years, Saul, in recent years, took to writing and publishing children’s books. He is a retired administrator in the city’s hospital system. Board Director Othelia Jones, who served with Saul on the Board for many years, said: “Saul was a colleague for many years and my heart goes out to him and his wife and his loved ones. I can only

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2nd Combing ty Blood p Cinext Co-oDrive 14th Annual Kwanzaa celebration set for December 28 The Coalition of African American Churches and Community Organizations will present their 14th Annual Kwanzaa Celebration on Tuesday, December 28, at 5:00 p.m. in the Bartow Community Center, Room 31, located at 2049 Bartow Avenue (Co-op City), Bronx NY. This event is free, and everyone is invited to attend.

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A holiday celebration fit for all ages Riverbay staged its biggest and best holiday celebration and tree lighting ceremony yet Wednesday evening, December 1st, as senior and youth groups from the community’s houses of worship and community organizations sang and danced in celebration of Christmas, Kwanzaa, Chanukah and Three Kings Day.

Assemblyman Mike Benedetto had the honor of lighting the Christmas tree decorated in the Dreiser Community Center auditorium center. Other highlights included honors for the more than 60 teens who volunteered in October to help stage the community’s three-days of Halloween celebrations.

The highlight performance for the evening was a program of holiday Gospel favorites performed by Gospel for Teens of the Mama Foundation of the Arts, winners of the recent Verizon Gospel Fest. Santa Claus’ annual visit to hand out candy to the children closed the evening’s entertainment.

Bereavement support Church of the Savior’s Bereavement Support Group meets every Monday, 7-8:15 p.m., at 120 DeKruif Place (Building 7, street level). This is a free service and anyone may attend for confidential counseling and support. This service is open to all residents, as well as members of the faith community and social agencies within Coop City, who would like to attend or refer their members or clients to the bereavement support group. The Holiday season is generally a very difficult time for those who have suffered the lost of a loved one, and anyone who would like to take advantage of this service is asked to contact Rev. Dr. Robert A. Smith, Jr. of the Church of the Savior at (718) 3200002 or (917) 734-4058.

City Island Craft Fair today Grace Episcopal Church, 116 City Island Avenue in the Bronx, will be holding its 7th Annual Christmas Cafe and Craft Fair today, December 11th, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Vendors will be offering handmade items including arts and crafts and homemade foods. A continental breakfast will be served from 10 to 11:30 a.m. and lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. There will be home baked goods for sale, as well as a 50/50 raffle.

Gospel for Teens of the Mama Foundation for the Arts, winners of the Verizon Gospel Festival, closed the holiday celebration with a show stopping Gospel medley.

More than 60 volunteer teens were presented Community Service Awards.

The Evangelical Church of Co-op City’s Blessed Wings were among the youth groups that danced at the celebration. Senior Chorus Director Ione Foote led the chorus and the audience in rousing renditions of many holiday songs.

Board President Helen Atkins served as the emcee for the evening. Photos by Bill Stuttig

U.S. Department of Education Rep. visits Co-op City’s M.S. 180 BY BILL STUTTIG At the behest of a proud grandparent of an M.S. 180 student, a representative of the United States Department of Education, paid a visit to the Co-op City middle school last Monday, December 1st, and was given the chance to see the highly regarded school in action first-hand. Jacqueline Pitta, Regional Director for Communications and Outreach of U.S. Department of Education’s Region II, overseeing New York, New Jersey, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands came to the school as a representative of the U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan after Duncan received a letter from Doris Green, the grandmother of student Javier Nunez, in which Green profusely praised the school for the education it provides not only her grandson, but previously her granddaughter and the rest of the students. In the past, Green also corresponded with Mayor Michael Bloomberg and Schools Chancellor Joel Klein, letters that prompted separate visits to the school from the two high-ranking leaders in years past. Green was no less effusive in her praise of the Co-op City middle school, its

M.S. 180 Principal Frank Uzzo shows some of the school’s facilities to Jacqueline Pitta, Regional Director for Communications and Outreach for U.S. Department of Education’s Region II. Photo by Bill Stuttig

administration and teacher in those letters as she was in this most recent letter to Secretary Duncan, which prompted the visit by Department of Education representative Pitta. Writing about the school, Green said in her letter: “Each student is valued and appreciated. Diversity is openly celebrated and recognized. Additionally, the entire

staff has ‘raised the bar of expectations’ and they are committed and dedicated to the overall welfare of each student. With genuine respect, care and appreciation, they (the school personnel) provide a nurturing atmosphere that is conducive to a learning and teaching setting.” (Continued on page 5)

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Suspect in Co-op City’s knife point robberies arrested in New Jersey BY BILL STUTTIG The man suspected of three knife point robberies committed over a five day period in Co-op City last month was arrested in New Jersey last week, extradited to New York City earlier this week and arraigned Wednesday night on a variety of charges related to at least six robberies – the three here and three in Manhattan. According to police, John Rodriguez of the Bronx, 39, was arrested last Saturday night in Cliffside Park, New Jersey by that state’s Division of Parole, for violating his New York State Parole which was related to an early release from a previous ten-year-sentence for robbery. The parole violation stemmed from Rodriguez being out of state, which is a violation of the terms of his parole. He was extradited to New York City ear-

Increases their carrying charges by the 10th of the month was 1,900 which causes the housing company a negative cash flow of $1.9M and impacts on its ability to pay bills in a timely manner, thereby avoiding late fees and interests, as well as the loss of available discounts for early payments. In addition, according to Resolution 1059, Management notified the Board that legal action will also be taken against shareholders who are found to be chronically late if three non-payment actions have been started against them in a 12-month period and that the legal fee for such non-payment actions will be increased by $50, from $150 to $200. “Charging cooperators late fees is vital to helping ensure carrying charge payments are made on a timely basis,” said Vernon Cooper, Riverbay’s General Manager. “The idea is to discourage late payments because if the housing company cannot collect the carrying charges in a timely manner, we cannot pay bills and the associated expenses the corporation incurs by having late fees. Hopefully, this increase in the late fees and legal fees will be a deterrent for those cooperators who habitually pay their carrying charges late.” Cooper pointed out that late fees are used by many businesses to encourage timely payments and deter late payments. “If you do not pay your credit card on time, you are assessed sometimes astronomical late fees aimed at deterring late payments,” said Cooper. “If the housing company does not pay its bills on time, we are assessed late fees which add to our expenses,

Cogeneration $1.29 million. For the first seven months of the 2010/2011 fiscal budget year, from April to October 2010, the total cogeneration savings were $8.96 million. For fiscal year 2009/2010, the savings were $7.5 million, saving the community a combined $16.46 million over the past 19 months since April 2009. For now, Riverbay’s energy savings is being calculated from three different categories: electricity purchased from Con Edison, gas purchased to operate the boilers, and gas purchased for the cogeneration plant. So far this year, expenses from these

lier this week and charged at an arraignment on Wednesday evening with robbery, criminal possession of a weapon, grand larceny and criminal possession of stolen property. Rodriguez was paroled in September after serving eight years of a ten-year prison sentence related to a previous robbery charge. Just approximately two months after his release from prison, Rodriguez allegedly picked up his old ways beginning with a robbery here in Building 18 just before midnight as he confronted a woman on the elevator, produced what was described to Public Safety as a black knife and demanded money and then fled. Five days later, he allegedly struck here again, robbing a woman at knifepoint in an elevator in Building 23 in the early afternoon and then allegedly striking again in

Building 33 approximately an hour later. The strikingly similar robbery pattern placed NYPD and Public Safety detectives and officers on immediate alert. An image of the alleged criminal was captured from elevator surveillance cameras here and quickly distributed throughout the community on wanted posters and notices alerting residents to the alarmingly sudden crime spree. The sudden high visibility apparently caused the suspect to quickly change venues from Co-op City to lower Manhattan. The same exact pattern began showing up in crimes reported in both Stuyvesant Town and Peter Cooper Village on at least three separate occasions in late November. The crime spree, once it began occurring in Manhattan, captured citywide media attention and the suspect soon

became known as the “ice pick bandit” because some of his victims described the weapon used to coerce money from them as an ice pick. His image, in most cases that same images taken from Co-op City surveillance cameras, began showing up in newspapers distributed citywide and on televised local news reports. All of the victims of the crime spree were middle-age women, including all three from Co-op City. According to the New York Daily News and the New York Times, in one of the later crimes in Stuyvesant Town, a three-yearboy in the company of one of the victims was also threatened as a way to coerce more money from that victim. After his arraignment Wednesday evening, Rodriguez was held on $950,000 bond.

years 2004/2005 and has been subsidizing the costs of doing laundry due to increased costs for gas and water, and for laundry room maintenance. According to the resolution, “Riverbay Corporation Management has conducted a study of local laundromats within a four (4) mile radius of Co-op City whereby it was found that we are at least fifty percent (50%) lower in charges for doing washes.” Management therefore recommended that the laundry fees for both the 20 lb. ($1.00) and 30 lb. ($1.75) washers be increased by 25 cents per load, to $1.25 for the 20 lb. washers and $2.00 for the 30 lb. washers. “While we recognize that the laundry rooms are a huge convenience to shareholders, what this comes down to is that we have to be able to get closer to having the laundry rooms be self sufficient,” said Cooper. “When you consider the cost for water, electricity and gas, the laundry rooms are currently operating at a deficit. Our goal has always been to keep cost down to the best of our ability in order to minimize cost to the shareholders, but we cannot ignore the cost of operating the laundry rooms when we are not even close to breaking even.” Cooper pointed out that within the last 12 months, the housing company’s water bill has skyrocketed to some $12 million as the cost for utilities have been increased by the city. “Factors like the cost of water, which we have no control over, have played a big part in the operating expense of the community’s

laundry rooms and though we budgeted for some increase, there is no way we could have anticipated such an astronomical spike in our water bill,” Cooper said. With the present smart card system in place, Management is also working with Coinmach to implement two senior discount days per week as a way of offsetting the increased cost of 25 cents per load to senior residents, and also reducing overcrowding during evening and weekend hours. During the senior discount periods, the cost per load will remain at the present rate for both the 20 lb. washers ($1.00) and for the 30 lb. washers ($1.75). The senior discount days will be on Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Resolution 10-79 was submitted by Director Eleanor Bailey and seconded by Board President Helen Atkins. Directors Bill Gordon, Leticia Morales, Raymond Tirado and Khalil Abdul-Wahhab also voted of favor of Resolution 10-79. Directors Bernard Cylich, Andrea Leslie and Evelyn Santiago voted no and Directors Francine Jones and Manny Torres abstained, while Director Al Shapiro was absent for the vote and Directors Othelia Jones, Rev. Calvin E. Owens and Jose Rodriguez were absent. The increase in price for the use of washers in the community’s laundry rooms is expected to be implemented on January 1, 2011, and notice to that effect will also be placed in the Co-op City Times for the next three consecutive issues and on the Riverbay crawler.

cost was only $209,973. The budgeted amount for gas during that same month was $1,150,820 and the actual expense was $506,679. During the month, $778,916 was spent on gas for cogeneration. Net savings for July was $847,307; for June, $1,058,207; for May, $1,067,145 and for April, $1,517,244. Co-op City’s 55,000 residents draw between 12.5 megawatts of energy usage during off-peak hours - between midnight and 4 a.m. - and 24 megawatts during peak hours, 7 p.m. and 10 p.m., when a majority of the shareholders are home. Over the past five years, the sharehold-

ers of Co-op City have invested some $76 million in the 40-plus-year-old Power Plant to upgrade and modernize equipment and build an energy efficient 40megawatt cogeneration plant. With the community only needing 24 megawatts of power at peak usage periods, the extra capacity provides redundancy in case of equipment failure, as well as the ability to sell the excess capacity providing a new income stream. The Co-op City cogeneration plant is also connected to ConEd’s grid which allows it to run parallel to the system, and also buy and sell electricity as needed.

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so there’s a snowball effect. When cooperators pay their carrying charges on time, the housing company is then able to make its payments on time and so avoid the added expenses of late fees, not to mention the extra expense if legal action has to be taken.” Resolution 10-59, which was submitted by Director Eleanor Bailey and seconded by Board President Helen Atkins, was also approved by Directors Bill Gordon, Francine Jones, Leticia Morales, Evelyn Santiago, Raymond Tirado and Khalil Abdul-Wahhab. Director Bernard Cylich and Andrea Leslie voted no; Director Al Shapiro was absent for the vote, and Directors Othelia Jones, Rev. Calvin E. Owens and Jose Rodriguez were absent. The increases in late fees for payment of maintenance charges after the 10th of the month, and for legal action as a result of chronic late payments, will be implemented on January 1, 2011. Notice to that effect were placed on the December maintenance bills. Also, beginning in this issue of the Co-op CityTimes, this new policy will be publicized for three (3) consecutive weeks before it is implemented on January 1, 2011 (see page 6). Notice of the approaching increase will also be posted on the Riverbay crawler. The second increase proposal which was approved by HCR this week was generated by Resolution 10-79, also approved by the Riverbay Board on November 22. It states that a change order to the contract with the laundry room vendor, Coinmach, is being requested since Riverbay Corporation has not increased laundry room fees since the (Continued from page 1)

three categories have all come in under what was budgeted for each area, resulting in savings to the shareholders. The energy figures for October, 2010 show a savings of $1,534,226 in electric and gas costs over the budgeted allotments for the month, according to the Riverbay Finance Department. The savings in October increased $242,232, or 16% higher, than in September when energy savings totaled $1,291,994. Spending on gas for cogeneration in October was $506,679, compared to $856,976 in September. In October, $1,878,974 was budgeted for electric consumption while the actual

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Dept. of Ed visit Just prior to the reception for the visiting Department of Education Regional Director, Green told the Co-op City Times, “I have always loved this school. I love the family network that they have here.” To illustrate that support, Henry reached out to elected representatives of the community, Congressman Joe Crowley, State Senator Ruth Hassell-Thompson and State Assemblyman Mike Benedetto, to get them to issue certificates of appreciation to various staff from the school, including the Principal Frank Uzzo, the Assistant Principals, department heads, teachers, school aides and the parent coordinator, Rita Henry. The certificates were all presented in the presence of Education Department Director Pitta. After the presentation, Pitta said of M.S. 180: “The school is wonderful. Dealing with the arts and incorporating arts into the learning process is wonderful. I just see that at such a young age in the middle school that they are applying themselves and they want to be here.” Pitta said that visits by representatives of the U.S. Department of Education are part of the functions of the department. “We like to speak to different teachers, parents and youth. We not only visit high performing schools, but low performing schools to see what areas need improvements and to speak with students.” Recently, the U.S. Department of Education embarked on a tour of schools throughout the nation, talking to teachers, parents and students and getting their feedback on educational programs that they would like to see added to curriculums throughout the nation. M.S. 180 Principal Frank Uzzo, who led Pitta on a tour of the school following the reception, called the visit by the Department of Education Director an amazing morning for the entire school. “I am glad that so many people received recognition for their hard work and dedication. It is a really wonderful thing to see your staff members honored. So often we do many things and they

M.S. 180 parent leader Doris Greene introduces Jacqueline Pitta of Region II of the U.S. Department of Education to a gathering on M.S. 180 teachers, administrators, parents and students on Wednesday, December 1st. Pitta’s visit to M.S. 180 was preceded by a letter that Greene wrote to U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan, praising the school, its administrators and teachers. Photo by Bill Stuttig

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just go unnoticed. It is also very nice to see such a high level person with the Department of Education recognize our accomplishments.” All three elected officials who provided the certificates for the ceremonies did not attend, but Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz sent his Education Policy and Youth Services Director Jesse Mojica to the event. Mojica said: “We are very proud of M.S. 180. It is a school that deserves this type of recognition. I have been working with Bronx schools for many years and we are always proud and elated when a school is honored in this way and so deservedly because this school has been educating students in an exceptional way for years.” The Borough President’s office recently donated $125,000 to the school for a computer program to help the school create a music lab. Assistant Principal Tobi Goldberg added: “This is a

very special day today because this honor comes from a parent and that makes it all that much more special. To be recognized by a parent, that is the ultimate goal. If the kids are learning and happy, that is what it means to be successful.” Lorenzo White, a sixth grader honored for his school work during his first semester, said, “It means a lot that the school appreciates that I am working hard and everyone is working hard.” Javier Nunez, Green’s grandson and also one of the student honorees, said: “I work very hard and these certificates are a very special honor to us. It encourages me to do better than I am doing now.” M.S. 180 students and staff were also recently honored by the New York Daily News by taking part in the newspaper’s food drive for the needy and raising 13,500 pounds of food to be distributed.

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Help us to save the senior games To t h e E d it or : We are urging all cooperators to write, call or email the few paragraphs following to support the athletes of New York State regarding the closing of the Empire State Senior Games: “ The state has decided, once again, to cancel the New York State Parks and Recreation Empire State Senior Games in Cortland and the games for the physical-

ly challenged children. The Senior Games program is not an economic loss for the state as the senior athletes for the most part, pay their own way. The state support is very little. It’s a shame that when the state needs money, the first people to be picked on are seniors. We are the most loyal and consistent voters of the population. Last year, you helped us to turn around

the decision to close the games down. Please help us, once again, to urge the State to reconsider the decision to close us down.” Assemblyman Michael Benedetto, 718320-2220. NYS Senator Ruth HassellThompson, hassellt@senate.state. ny.us, 718-547-8854. —E lea n or D. M in or J a m es W. M cKen zie

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L a t e fees for m a in t en a n ce p a ym en t s/lega l a ct ion t o in cr ea se J a n u a r y 1, 2011 Effective January 1, 2011, shareholders will be assessed a $50 late fee for paying their maintenance bills after the 10th of the month. In addition, legal action will be taken against shareholders who are found to be chronically late if three non-payment actions have been started against them in a 12-month period and the legal fee for non-payment actions will be $200.

New p r ices for wa sh er s Also on January 1, 2011, the price for the 20 lb. washers in the community’s laundry rooms will be increased to $1.25 and the 30 lb. washers will cost $2.00. The price for use of the dryers will remain the same. Additionally, on Tuesdays and Thursdays, senior discounts will be available between the hours of 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. when the price for the 20 lb. washer will be at the current rate of $1.00 and the 30 lb. washer will be $1.75. Thank you for your attention. —R iver b a y M a n a gem en t

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Deborah Harris Editorial Assistant The Co-op City Times welcomes issue-oriented letters to the editor to be considered for publication. All letters, in prose, not poetry, must be addressed to the editor, not to third parties. All letters must be handsigned by the writers and include their addresses and phone numbers, which will be kept confidential, so that the editor can verify the authenticity of the authors. Writers will be limited to one letter per topic. And to give every one a chance, we will limit writers to one published letter every 30 days. Anonymous or unsigned letters will not be accepted for publication. Letters cannot exceed 350 words. Ideally, they should be typed. All letters must be in the Co-op City Times office in Room 21, Bartow Community Center, by 3 p.m. every Monday to be considered for publication in that week’s edition. Views and opinions expressed in letters and Directors’ Viewpoint are solely the writer’s, and not necessarily shared by the Co-op City Times or Riverbay Corp. Advertisements and classified advertisements in the Co-op City Times do not necessarily reflect an endorsement from Riverbay Corporation of goods and services, but present greater options to cooperators of products and services available. The Riverbay Corporation does not assume any responsibility nor is it a party to any contract or agreement between the cooperator and the vendor. All matter published herein is copyrighted by the Co-op City Times. Permission for reprints of advertising or editorial contents produced by the Coop City Times must be obtained in writing from Riverbay Corporation, 2049 Bartow Ave., Bronx, New York 10475.

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Public Safety Report CCPD takes action against persons caught trespassing inside buildings BY LIEUTENANT PAM APOLLO As the mercury dips and colder weather seems to be with us to stay, people may become tempted to hang out within the buildings of Co-op City. The Department of Public Safety and New York City Police Department actively enforce New York City laws as they pertain to trespassing within the buildings of Co-op City. It is important that residents are aware of trespassing laws so that they can advise all family members and guests of these laws. There are also lease regulations which prohibit hanging out within the buildings. Co-op City’s 35 high rise buildings are accessible by 85 lobbies which are locked in order to exclude unauthorized persons. There are also postings which exclude unauthorized persons. Co-op City’s buildings are patrolled by both the New York City Police Department and the Co-op City Department of Public Safety. Both agencies conduct vertical sweeps of buildings on a routine basis. Any persons caught to be within the buildings stairwells, basements, hallways and other common areas without a legitimate purpose may be placed under arrest. A person may be charged with trespass when the person knowingly enters or remains unlawfully in or upon premises. A New York City Police Department Universal C-Summons can be issued for this violation of the law. Both the New York City Police Department and the Co-op City Department of Public Safety have the authority to issue these summonses. Co-op City participates in the New York City Police Department’s “CLEAN HALLS” program. This program allows persons found to be within the buildings without a legitimate purpose to be charged with Criminal Trespass when found within designated buildings. Criminal Trespass is a class B Misdemeanor and requires a Desk Appearance Ticket or processing at Bronx Central booking to take place. All of Co-op City’s buildings have been designated “CLEAN HALLS” buildings and affidavits have been signed by the General Manager. The “CLEAN HALLS” program was put in place by the New York City Police Department based on the number of persons found to be within various buildings within New York City for purposes such as using or purchasing drugs. The “CLEAN HALLS” program has been highly effective in improving the quality of life in areas where it has been put in place. Residents should remind children and guests that it is not permissible to loiter within the hallways, basements, roof or stairwells of the buildings. Co-op City residents arrested for offenses committed within the confines of Co-op City also receive a Co-op City Community Complaint for Anti-Social Conduct in connection with the arrest. Co-op City Community Complaints carry a monetary fine and increase on subsequent violations. Residents, in some situations, may receive only a Community Complaint for loitering. One situation is being within the stairwells, hallways or basement of the building in which the person lives with no legitimate purpose. This is a specified violation of the Riverbay Corporation lease. The Department of Public Safety encourages residents to notify 9-1-1 and the Department of Public Safety at (718) 671-3050 if they see or hear persons loitering within the buildings of Co-op City. 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. New legislation in New York State increases the charges for drinking and driving if there is a child in the auto. Nationwide enforcement of D.W.I. is heightened during the holiday season and in light of past incidents. 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. The Co-op City garages have also been designated as CLEAN HALLS locations. Persons found trespassing can be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law. 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 Public Safety Department is able to keep the crime rate low and maintain a high quality of life throughout the community.

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Reflecting during this Holiday Season Ladies and gentleman, Season’s mortgage with a lender Director’s Viewpoint Greetings. Like you as the year begins to that will prohibit privatizcome to an end I tend to reflect on the ing as a condition of the past year. mortgage, as has been Secretary As a shareholder and Board member I offered. I will vote for the reflect on our accomplishments, setbacks feasibility study to privatize after we have and the tragedies we have experienced. obtained our refinance mortgage. I will not But like time we move on to build on waver on this issue as I feel it is an important our accomplishments, memorialize those step in the future of Co-op City. Secu r it y C om m it t ee n ews who have past and in the words of Mahatma Gandhi, who said it is difficult Those of you who own a Dodge Caravan factory installed GPS, be advised it is a hot but not impossible to conduct strictly theft item at this time. Also safeguard your honest business. M or t ga ge issu e portable GPS system out of sight in your vehicle when not in use. Think prevention. I am not and will not be in favor of obtaining a

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Eleanor Roosevelt Democratic Club The Eleanor Roosevelt Democratic Club will hold its Regular Scheduled Monthly Meeting on Thursday, December 16 in the Bartow Center, Room 31 at 7:30 p.m. It is requested that all members be present for this very important meeting. This will be the last meeting of the year and it will be good to see each of you before the year comes to an end. This meeting will also be our Annual Christmas Celebration and observance of the Christmas holidays, so, please attend. The Eleanor Roosevelt Democratic Club cordially invites you to attend the 8th Annual St. Valentine’s Day Dance on Saturday, February 12 in the Dreiser Loop Auditorium B. The cost is $30 per person. The time is 4:00 to 10:00 p.m. Music will be provided by DJ Carol Productions. For ticket information, please contact Sylvia Polite at 320-2837, Barbara Irby at 379-9294 or Gloria Clarke at 379-5430. As usual, a good time should be had by everyone on this annual observance of Valentine’s Day. The Eleanor Roosevelt Democratic Club would like to wish all our members a very Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah (observed), Feliz Natividad, and a Happy Kwanza. This wish is also extended to the members of the local community. The club continues to extend get well wishes to those members who have been ill and are recovering. This message is also extended to those members who are homebound and recovering from various medical procedures. Our prayers are with you all for a full recovery. Best wishes are also extended to those members who are celebrating a birthday, anniversary, or special event during the month of December. I would like to thank the membership and the communi—Geor ge T. C la r ke ty for their continued support.

Cooperators United We would like to thank everyone who attended our November meeting. At that meeting, we heard from General Manager Vernon Cooper regarding the deployment of our porters and the Peartree Facility. Also, at the above meeting, was discussed at length, our youth. Represented were Leo Johnson, Director MMCC; Board members Eleanor G. Bailey, Bill Gordon and Andrea Leslie, along with a representative from the 45th Precinct and from Assemblyman Benedetto’s office. Moving forward, Building/Townhouse presidents will be receiving petitions for your respective Buildings/ Townhouses. At the meeting, we discussed the community’s involvement and why the Co-op City community needs to get involved if we are going to be successful in supporting our youth and getting the funding and programs we need. Without our community’s help, we are still at square one. By the way, other legislators will be contacted as well. We are also reaching out to various organizations, within our community that have youth programs to come together as one to discuss our needs and to network. This sounds like a tall order. As recent memory serves us, look what happens when we don’t get involved—MTA? Congratulations to everyone who is celebrating a special day this month. Our thoughts and prayers to all who are sick, lost relatives/friends, are shut-in and to our troops. Have a great holiday and be safe and happy New Year. We can be reached at MLSAH@aol.com. —Son ja M a xwell

Lobby attendants have been issued laminated Coop City maps to assist our visitors during the holiday season. Sa les C om m it t e n ews We currently have from two hundred to two hundred, eighty apartments vacant. We would like to attract more professionals to our community to fill those units. The Committee is working on a sales ad campaign. If you can think of a smart and catchy ad slogan or idea we can use in our ad campaign, please forward it to me with contact information. Let me know what you think, and let’s be heard. Thank you. Raymond Tirado, Board Director; Email: ccdirector@optonline.net; Phone, 718-320-3351.

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We Are Grateful In spite of construction defects, wear and tear of infrastructure, and everincreasing carrying charges, we are grateful for our well-designed, lightflooded apartments in a park-like setting in a low-crime area with nearby schools, shopping, health, cultural, sports, and entertainment facilities – all at belowmarket rates. We saw relief here from conditions such as calamitous rent increases landlords impose; the deteriorating conditions of some public housing; the expense and difficulties of maintaining private homes. A PE ARL OF A CO MMUNI TY O R A CASH COW Others, unfortunately, see our community as a cash cow to be milked. Such opportunists have included vendors, contractors and, sadly, some Board members. When a resident Board took control of the Riverbay Corporation after a thirteenmonth strike in 1977, we were promised transparency and accountability. Board and committee meetings were to be conducted in open session, accessible to all. The situation changed drastically during the administration of a former Board president who has since served jail time for bribery. Board meetings were no longer open that allowed cooperators to watch Directors at work. Gallery sessions, that gave Board members a chance to hear community voices, were discontinued. Cooperators retained the right to vote, but many felt more and more that we were living in neither a rental nor a co-op. Such feelings are hard to dismiss. In the six months since I’ve been a member of the Board, it has conducted your business only in closed session. But I haven’t seen a single item that could not have been openly discussed. A Board resolution (03-69) mandates

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Bernard Cylich a minimum of three open Board meetings with gallery session each year. I thought the December meeting (ten months after the last open one) would finally be in open session and with a gallery portion. Not so! W HY OPE N BOARD M E ET ING S? Not only do closed meetings deny cooperators the right to witness their business conducted by the Board; the absence of Gallery sessions deprive the Board members the opportunity to gain valuable information directly from the people they are elected to serve. At these closed meetings I often feel as though I’m in a bubble, isolated from my constituents. Further insulating Board members is a fifteen-year-old policy that withholds the publication of resolutions after their first reading; they are not published until they are acted on at a following meeting. This approach defeats the purpose of a first and second reading, a policy introduced to broaden participatory democracy by enabling cooperators to offer opinions on issues before final consideration by the Board. Resolutions should be published after their first reading. I NCREASING R ENT F OR NAACP CH IL DCARE FACIL IT Y I believe that closed meetings and lack of input from cooperators have negatively affected many Board decisions. For example, Director Andrea Leslie, in her Viewpoint (12/4/10), cited a decision by the Board at its November meeting to accept management’s proposal to

increase the rent of NAACP’s not-forprofit daycare center by 20%, with substantial annual increases in following three years. Would the Board have agreed to the proposal if it had heard from cooperators, especially parents, at a gallery session? What will the 20% increase mean for parents whose wages barely rise by 3% annually, and who now learn that President Obama has frozen the wages of federal employees? Ironically, a new for-profit childcare center has leased similar space from Riverbay at 30% less than NAACP was charged, and with increases only every two years. VE NDO RS “ MAK E,” CO OPE RATO RS PAY Or what if Board members heard from cooperators in these rough economic times—in particular, families who have difficulty paying carrying charge before the 10th of the month? If cooperators had been allowed to speak on this issue, other directors beside Andrea Leslie and me might have rejected management’s proposed increase in late fees. According to management data, $30 late fees and one-time $150 legal fees generate $890,000 on a $1.9 million negative cash flow. That 47% penalty on $1.9 million delinquency is usury. While, on average, 1,900 of families (12 percent) are late in their payments, the $1.9 million negative cash flow that management claims represents only 1 percent of $164 million annual carrying charge income. I am baffled by management’s insistence that jacking up those penalties would reduce the number of late fee payers or help substantially Riverbay’s cash flow. We need laundry room service because sewer piping in high-rise build-

ings cannot handle the waste from washing machines. Washing machines are, therefore, not permitted in apartment. The income from our use of laundry room machines is $2.4 million annually. The vendor gets $1.15 million based on the vendor’s tally of collection from machines (uncorroborated by management). Riverbay’s annual outlay for laundry room water, electricity, gas, sewer taxes, porter service, etc., is over $500,000 more than Riverbay’s income. We are, in essence, subsidizing the vendor. Management’s proposal to raise the price of the washing machines was unwarranted, and I voted against it. While the vendor will pocket a portion of the increase he will not share the increases in our sewer and water taxes. Note the frequency with which management finds ways to nickel and dime cooperators and seeks Board approval for vendor change orders and increased charges: 0 percent change order to Proto for claimed inflation rate while that rate was actually only 15 percent; $266 per balcony for less than an hour’s work closing terrace doors and windows in Buildings 6, 7 and 8 for two non-union employees, using Riverbay lumber. W E M UST DO BE T T E R The Board should initiate a bidding process for prospective general managers and managing companies to end the eight-year month-to-month MSI reign in Co-op City. Greetings are extended for Hanukah (belated), Christmas, Kwanzaa, and Feliz Navidad. Contact me at 718-379-5874, or Board of Directors, 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475, or at www.lichsr@earthlink.net.

Zodiacs Track Club Wow, can you say NATIONAL MEDALS!!! Last year, the Zodiacs returned from the AAU Cross Country National Championship with 2 medals, and we had 2 athletes finish in the top 25 in their races. The children, parents and coaches promised to return and have better results, and indeed we did! The Zodiacs were blessed with 16 MEDALS and we had 5 athletes in the top 25 in their races. Our children trained hard all year, preparing to return to the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in the Walt Disney World Resort (Orlando, Florida) to compete in the 2010 AAU Cross Country National Championship. They competed against the best XC runners in the nation. After all the hard work, running miles through the streets of Co-op City, they were rewarded with 16 AAU National Championship medals. Our top runners were Aaliyah Wajid, who finished last year in 51st place. She moved up to 18th place with an outstanding time of 16:06 in the youth girls 4K run. Aaliyah had 89 girls throughout the country in her race. Beverly Seignious medaled last year by finishing in 17th place. This year, she improved her position and finished in 10th place, a great achievement. Giovanna Tolbert continues to improve after every major track meet. She has the will to per-

form well on the big stage. Last year, Giovanna won our other XC National medal, and she finished in 12th place in her first XC National meet. This year, she finished in 10th place, winning her second national medal with her personal best time of 12:49 in the Girls 9-years-old 3000 meter run. Jacqueline Kendall is going to be a star in this event; Her hard work is paying off. In her first XC meet, she took 17th place in the 2000 meter run, with an outstanding time of 8:30 winning—her first national medal. Adrian Swift-Henry also is going to be a star in this event. In his first XC National meet, he took 23rd to win his first National Medal. He had 83 boys (8 and under) in his race. He didn’t let all the excitement stop him from running his best time of 8:15 in the 2000 meter run. These are great achievements for our athletes. It is a hard task to become one of the top 25 Cross Country runners in the country. There are more universities/colleges with cross country teams than track and field teams therefore these athletes have a greater opportunity to get a full scholarship. Other athletes who received medals were Romero Bowes, Josephine Kendall, Erica Pate, Pearl Webster-Rutledge, Hugh Fraser, Elijah Harewood, Jaquan McClure, Devante McClure, Shem Spencer, Xavier Wajid, and Joseph Webster-Rutledge. They represented

New York well. If you have or know of any children between the ages of 6 and 16, who are looking to utilize track and field to improve their horizon, please contact us. Please continue to help us advance our children by sending a tax deductible dona-

tion to the Zodiacs Track Foundation, P.O. Box 67, Bronx, New York 10475. For additional information, please contact President Thomas Francis at 718-679-2060 or co-President Winston Dinkins at 914-4416196, email WATCLT@AOL.COM or visit our website, ZODIACSTRACK.ORG.

Zodiac athletes sporting their national medals at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in the Walt Disney World Resort, Orlando, Florida.

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Coalition to Save Affordable Housing COMMUNICATION The Coalition to Save Affordable Housing has a website that provides cooperators with news and views on community issues—information that may not be easily available from other sources. Our website, for example, may discuss Co-op City finances or explain the way carrying charges are spent. In addition, communicating via the web helps reduce wasteful consumption of natural resources, such as trees, and represents a local contribution to the public movement for environmental responsibility. Visit our website for all daily information, www.CTSAH.net . HOLIDAY PARTY Coalition members partied for the hol-

idays at the December 6th meeting of the Coalition at the Bartow Center, spending time with friends and sparking renewed interest in the work and goals of our organization: to preserve the benefits of Co-op City’s Mitchell-Lama status, and to promote cooperator participation in the governance of our community. As at all Coalition meetings – even at parties — members and friends exchanged up-to-date news and views affecting our lives as Co-op City residents. Upcoming 2011 meeting dates to which all are invited will be on: January 13th, February 11th, March 7th, April 4th, May 2nd, and June 6th.

PHONE & MAIL PROTESTS ABOUT MTA SERVICE CUTS IN FULL SWING Every Monday, there is community action against the MTA cuts in the form of phone protest calls to MTA Headquarters at 347 Madison Avenue, NY, NY 10017. The number is 877-323-7433. We encourage everyone to participate in the protest. We want our bus service returned to its original schedule. Mail-in protest can be directed to: MTA Bus Company, Joseph Smith, President, 2 Broadway, NY, NY 10004-2207. BX 26, BX 28 & ACCESS A RIDE SURVEY PARTICIPATION We learn from a representative of

Assemblyman Bennedetto’s office that MTA officials considered our community survey about the service cuts to be vague and not clear as to the issues with bus services. Assemblyman Benedetto’s office has generated a new survey to be circulated in the community. Everyone that uses the buses to commute should take advantage of this opportunity to relate your experiences with current bus and Access-A-Ride service. All forms, when completed, can be dropped off at the office of the Retirees which is located in Room 19 at the Dreiser Community Center. For information on survey, call Sebastian at 347-231-4821. —Seba st ia n Ula nga

National Council of Negro Women HAP P Y H OL I DAYS. The Executive Board wishes all our members and friends a very Merry Christmas, Happy Kwanzaa and Happy, Prosperous New Year! General Membership meeting is today, Saturday, December 11th, 2:30 p.m. in Room 11. We will be celebrating our 75th Founder Day Anniversary; Chairperson: Roberta Booze. Following the meeting we will have our Holiday Party; Chairpersons Vivian Wescott & Eleanor Donnley. Please come out and join our year end program. Saturday school registration for new

students’ space is still available in 2nd, 3rd and 4th grades. Our Canada Cruise in July 2011 is booked. However, we are keeping a waiting list in case there are any last minute cancellations. You may still join our waiting list if you are interested in our cruise. Please call 718-671-4804 or 718-6716910. Kathy Rolle, our budget chair, makes her final call for all committee chairs to turn in their 2011 budget reports today, December 11th, at the general membership meeting.

T I M E F O R R E F L E C T I O N…Where does the time go? We are at the end of another year, and it is with gratitude first and foremost that we made it to see December, 2010. Perhaps we’re moving a little slower, maybe saddened by the loss of a close relative or friend during the year or even rejoicing in the health challenges we have overcome. Nevertheless, time marches on – Audrey Adams says, i.e. take time, so much of it if you use it properly and so little of it if it is wasted. There is a time for everything: walk-

ing, sleeping, eating, working, playing, the list goes on. How you spend your time is up to you. It is also important to give time. Giving time requires relinquishing even more valuable…you guessed it…time. To our sick and shut-in, you are not forgotten. You are in our thoughts and prayers daily. Please contact Sadie Gilmore, 718671 3721, to notify us of birthdays, illness or bereavement. Happy birthday to our December members. —M a xin e Su lliva n

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Public Safety Blotter: Nov. 28 - Dec. 4, 2010 Decem b er 04, H u n t er Aven u e a n d E a r h a r t L a n e CCPD’s Emergency Services Unit was on patrol when they happened upon a male unconscious in a car. Upon further check, they realized the man had no heartbeat and was not breathing. After extricating the man from the vehicle, the New York State certified Emergency Medical Technicians began Cardio Pulmonary Rescusitation commonly known as CPR. The EMTs also used an electronic defribrillator which restarted the man’s heart. Once stablilized, NYC EMS was on scene, and rushed the man to a local area hospital where he remains in stable condition in the Intensive Care Unit. Novem b er 30, C oop er P la ce Town h ou ses A man was arrested in this area after CCPD officers were called to quell a disturbance. A man in the area refused compliance to cease from his loud and disorderly behavior and to leave the area. The man was arrested and issued a summons and released. Novem b er 29, 100 Alcot t P la ce CCPD units responded alongside NYPD officers to assist on the execution of an arrest warrant. The subject being sought was not found at the location and an investigation continues. 100 Alcot t P la ce CCPD Detective unit investigators, while conducting an investigation, found two males in this location who could not provide legitimate reasons for being therein. As a result, they were both arrested and charged accordingly. Novem b er 28, R /O 137 Dr eiser L oop A cab driver was brought to this location by at least 4 individuals. One of them pulled a gun, robbed the victim, then twice pulled the trigger while aiming at the driver. However, the gun did not fire and as CCPD officers arrived on scene, both the driver and CCPD officers pursued the suspects, managing to capture at least one of the perps. The man was not injured and investigators are vigorously pursuing this case. 99 C a r ver & 99 Bella m y L oop Numerous vehicles were broken into at these locations and various items, including navigational systems removed. The incidents are under investigation by both the NYPD and Public Safety.

Co-op City Little League Co-op City Baseball Field Construction The Little League field is under construction to install lighting for both fields for the upcoming season. The fields are being worked on and the Board of Directors ensures that the fields will be ready for the upcoming season in the spring. Co-op City Little League builds relationship with Bulls In the best interest of building relationships to develop our children’s skills, the Little League Board of Directors decided to consolidate its efforts for the best interest of the players to share best practice in coaching and developing our players. The effort of the relationship ensures a competitive season and strong traveling team to come in 2011. Winter Clinic and Registration The Co-op City Little League is conducting its winter clinics at Truman High School’s gymnasium every Saturday until March for registered Little League players only. This is a great opportunity for children to work out and develop their skills for the upcoming year. Registration for the 2011 Season is ongoing. For more information on registration and the clinics, visit our web site at www.eteamz.com/COOPCityLL/ At t en t ion P a r ent s a n d P la yer s: There is a 15 minute grace period to arrive at the gym and participate in the clinic. NO late arrivals! —Seb a st ia n Ula n ga Sa nt ia go

Assemblyman Benedetto’s Winter Coat Drive Assemblyman Michael R. Benedetto is once again organizing a coat drive for the needy in our local area. All coats brought to Assemblyman Benedetto’s office will be donated to local charitable organizations for distribution. Coats will be collected at Assemblyman Benedetto’s office until December 15. Please, only donate coats that

are in clean and usable condition. To donate a coat or to obtain more information about Assemblyman Benedetto’s Coat Drive, please contact his office at: 3602 E. East Tremont Avenue, Suite 201 (new address); 718-892-2235 or 177 Dreiser Loop, Room 12, 2nd Fl., Co-op City; 718320-2220.

BASEMENT STORAGE Shareholders, please ensure that you secure your personal belongings in the unit you pay for. Do not leave items outside of your unit door, the aisles, or on top of the units. Unsecured items (regardless of what it is) can and will be discarded. This includes items tucked away in unauthorized units. Riverbay Corporation is not responsible for personal items left unsecured for any reason in the basement storage room or outside of the room. —R iver b a y C om m er cia l P r op er t ies Dep a r t m en t

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Policy & Procedures for cooperators using outside vendors to follow Management is aware that many cooperators use outside vendors/contractors to perform kitchen and bathroom renovations, painting, cabinetry as well as other services, such as carpeting and furniture delivery, in their respective apartments. In order to help maintain the interior of our buildings while work is being done by these vendors/contractors, cooperators need to be mindful of the housing company’s rules, regulations, policies and procedures with respect to such contractors. The following is a listing of the relevant procedures that vendors/contractors hired by cooperators should adhere to: 1. Vendors may not leave any trash, debris and/or waste material in the compactor/chute room and/or in the staircases. All such materials must be brought to the basement. 2. Vendors may not leave any large pieces of wood, metal and/or other bulk items in the compactor/chute room and/or in the staircases. All bulk items must be brought to the basement. 3. Vendors may not throw any trash, debris, plaster and/or paint down the compactor chutes; They must be brought to the basement. 4. Vendor must not drag any items, i.e., trash bags, bulk items and/or any other material, on the public corridor floors.

All items must be lifted to and/or dollied to the elevators. 5. Vendor must break down ALL boxes and they must be brought to the basement or be removed by the vendor. 6. Vendor must be careful to not scratch and/or damage the walls and/or the floors of the elevators and cover walls as needed. 7. Vendor must be careful not to slam, bang and/or smack the front lobby doors. They must use a wedge at the bottom of the door (not the top) to keep the doors open when entering and leaving the building. 8. Vendor must cover lobby and public corridor flooring when necessary in order to prevent dirt and debris from collecting thereat. 9. Any and all dust, dirt and/or waste material on the public corridors, and/or elevator floors must be swept and cleaned before leaving. 10. Vendor is not to hold the elevator(s) for an inordinate amount of time – preventing other cooperators from using them. 11. If large bulk items, such as furniture, cabinets and the like, are to be delivered and/or removed from your apartment, it is mandatory that the cooperator notify the Sales Department to arrange padding to be installed in the

elevator(s) to prevent damage. 12. All vendors are to be licensed and insured. 13. Vendors may not knock down, alter and/or change the structure of the apartment for any reason. 14. Cooperator is responsible for any damages that are caused by the hired vendor/contractor, e.g., drilling through gas and/or water lines, etc. 15. Riverbay is not responsible for any items (e.g. sinks, counters, vanities, floors, etc) that are not Riverbay issued and/or installed by outside vendors/contractors. The housing company will hold cooperators responsible and accountable for the action of these vendors, and failure on the part of the vendors to follow said procedures may result in the issuance of community complaints and fines against the cooperator in question. We suggest that cooperators give these individuals a copy of this notice so that they are well aware of the procedures and the expectations of the housing company. If there are any questions regarding this matter, please do not hesitate to contact your respective Cooperator Services Office for clarity. As always, thank you for your cooperation. —R iver ba y M a n a gemen t

Pa n er a Br ea d® I n tr odu ces MyPa n er a ™ Loya lty P r ogr a m “ Su r pr ise & Deligh t” Con cept Rewa r ds Cu stomer s Na tion wide Panera Bread Company recently completed the rollout of its new loyalty program, MyPanera, to customers nationwide. The MyPanera program, which is designed to surprise and delight customers with rewards, including free food and beverages, is being launched nationally after 18 months in development and testing. “MyPanera has been active in the Bronx market for three weeks,” said Tony Diaz, Operations Partner for Take Home the Bread, LLC. “Our customers have been thrilled with the program so far, and we’re tremendously pleased to be able to show our customers a measure of appreciation and recognition for their continued loyalty.” Customers may join the MyPanera program at their

local Panera Bread bakery-cafe. Upon registration, MyPanera cardholders will receive their first surprise. By swiping their cards at check-out during each subsequent visit, MyPanera cardholders will receive regular surprises ranging from free beverages to a free You Pick Two® combination meal. They will also receive a special birthday treat and exclusive invitations to sample new foods and enjoy free recipes and cooking tips. The program becomes increasingly personalized as a member frequents Panera Bread and spends more time in the program. “MyPanera is a loyalty program done the ‘Panera way’. We’re focused on fostering unique relationships

with our customers through deeply understanding how each guest enjoys and interacts with Panera today, and new ways they might like to in the future,” said Bill Moreton, Panera Bread CEO and President. Customers can pick up a MyPanera card in their local Bronx bakery-café, located in the Bay Plaza Shopping Center at Co-op City, and register via www.MyPanera.com or by completing and submitting a form in the bakery-cafe. Customers will begin receiving rewards approximately 24 hours after registering their cards. For further information regarding Panera Bread, please contact BBG&G Advertising & PR at 845-6951880.

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Broun Place Townhouse Association Greetings, neighbors. Although forms were distributed to RSVP whether or not you are attending our “Holiday Party” scheduled on Friday, December 17th from 7-10 p.m. at the Bartow Center in Room 31, many of you have requested another form. If you misplaced the form, simply indicate on a sheet of paper, your name, townhouse number, how many adults/children are attending with you, and the dish that you are bringing. So far, the response has been good. We ask that you prepare a dish for all to enjoy. As of this date, we could use one or two pasta and vegetable dishes (other than salad which we have a commitment for). Please return your response to me or any of the Executive Board ASAP. Attending the party gives us all a chance to meet each

other so that when we see you in the community, or God forbid, something happens to you, we recognize each other and can maybe be helpful in some way. There will be several door prizes. All members will receive a small gift from the Association because you have been so supportive. Surprises are in store for the children, but we need to know how many will be present. LET’S ALL DO THIS TOGETHER IN THE SPIRIT OF THE HOLIDAY; NOTHING MORE, NOTHING LESS. THIS EVENT ONLY HAPPENS ONCE AYEAR, SO COME ON DOWN & ENJOY MEETING AND GREETING EACH OTHER. The Executive Board met on Friday, December 3rd to discuss any issues or conditions that need attention. One of the most

important ones is to request Management to install more lights in the back of Broun Place and also from the path between Broun and Adler Place to Asch Loop. Poor lighting conditions are ripe for mishaps to occur. I have seen officers patrolling that area, but not enough. I know they can’t be every place at the same time, but until the area is brightly lit, frequent patrolling is necessary. As always, we ask that you be alert and aware of your surroundings, no matter where you are! If you see something out of the ordinary, no matter how insignificant you may think it is, it could be a situation that needs immediate attention. Please contact 9-1-1 and Public Safety at 718671-3050 immediately. Don’t second guess yourself. First instincts or premoni-

tions are worth following up on. We will soon be collecting for our Groundskeeper, Dennis. Please donate whatever you can. Dennis is a very conscientious worker and we are pleased to have him in our midst. Our prayers are for a speedy recovery for Mr. Joseph (Joe) Boiko, Ombudsman, who is ill. Mr. Boiko recently attended our last meeting and was very knowledgeable and helpful to us. Get well prayers and speedy recoveries are also extended to all who are experiencing health issues and to the homebound. Congratulations to those celebrating a special event. You may contact me by email at brounplaceassoc@hotmail.com. Thank you. M a r j or ie H elm s —M

Building 21 Association Last meeting of the year! Happy holidays to all! It is time to decorate our building lobby. This Saturday, December 11th is the day. We can start at 1 p.m. hoping to finish by 3 p.m. Building 21C has already set the standard by putting up their decorations. Congratulations to them. Everyone is welcome to help. The

more, the merrier! There should be at least one member from your household to help for just 30 minutes. Imagine what we could get done if everyone helped out! Our next meeting will be Tuesday, Dec. 14th. Our special guest will provide information about protecting individuals and/or our families from identi-

Holiday Party for Building 13 Association, Inc. will take place next Saturday, December 18, in the voting room from 7:00-10:00 p.m. with the fantastic DJ Gunn. Come on down and join the fun, “It’s all gonna be a stone cold blast.” Let us know if you can provide a dessert by contacting the Social Committee, numbers listed below. The last session of the ARTS AND CRAFTS WORKSHOP facilitated by: Ms. Gail and Ms. Denise will also be on Saturday, December 18, from 12 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Come join the fun, adults and volunteers are welcome. We are collecting for our building porters, lobby attendant, maintenance workers and supervisor who have worked to keep our building looking good and our meeting room kept clean and ready for all our activities. Volunteers from the Association will be sitting in the lobby. Please show your appreciation by

giving generously. See bulletin for date and times. Building 13 Social Committee will be hosting a bus trip to Harrah’s Chester Pennsylvania Casino and Dinner and Live Blues and Jazz at WARMDADDYS. The trip is scheduled to leave from Casals Place at 9:00 a.m., Saturday, April 16, 2011 and depart from Warmdaddys at 9:00 p.m. The cost will be $100 and can be paid in two installments, $50 due December 31, and the second deposit $50 due February 1, 2011. Money orders can be made payable to Building 13 Association, Inc. Mail to Olubiyi Sehindemi (Mr. B) at 100 Casals Place, #29F, Bronx, NY 10475. For additional information on any events, contact Leslie Peterson at 718-320-1370 or Gail Sharbaan at 718671-3801. Part II of “Women Keeping It Real” was held Saturday, December 4, in the voting room of Building 13 (100 Casals Place) from 6:00-8:00 p.m. It was

ty theft. She will also provide information about Legal Plan coverage for individuals and families. This will be a very informative meeting filled with lots of ways to prevent legal situations from becoming legal crisis. We will also reveal the formula for Building 21 to raise an enormous amount of funds so that we can sponsor

recreational and educational trips for adults and children. We will also show how you will be able to get a piece of the money earned! This is a meeting you don’t want to miss. Better than Oprah’s favorite things! For more information, contact Kevin Lambright at (646) 721-8185. —K evin L a m b r igh t

Building 13 Association absolutely fantastic. It was as lively as before. It’s truly an enlightening experience. Look for our new calendar of events in 2011. Join us and bring a friend, you’ll be glad you did! Congratulations to Lydia Holtz, winner of the Thanksgiving turkey raffle. T h e H olid a y sea son s a r e h er e a nd we r em in d you of d a n ger s a ssocia t ed wit h th is t im e of yea r : a) Christmas trees that are not properly secured in place. b) Careless use of candles c) Overloading electrical outlets d) Smoke detectors with no or dead batteries. Please, AVOID these and other dangers. Don’t let “the birth” turn to funeral. Also don’t let pick-pockets ruin your holidays. Be aware of your surroundings and secure your wallets in your pocket books. Remain vigilant. Remember, “If you see something, say something” is not just a slogan.

Please observe speed limit and STOP for yellow school buses. Building 13 Association reminds all the drivers/passengers that SEAT BELTS SAVE LIVES. Always buckle up. “It’s not an option, it is the law.” P lea se ob ser ve t h e followin g q u a lit yof-life 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. Report any criminal activities to the 45th Precinct at (718) 822-5411 and/or Riverbay Public Safety at (718) 3203050. For all NYC non-emergency inquiries, call 3-1-1. For traffic updates, call 5-1-1. “If you see something, say something.” —O lu b iyi Seh in d em i (M r. B)

Building 12 Association Thanks for attending our last meeting. Our turkey raffle winners are 6E, 13M, 21D, 30B—Congratulations to the winners. By now, your lobby has been directed and in our next article, we will thank all who helped decorate our lobby. To all of our floor captains, please turn in your envelopes by Saturday, December

11TH. To our neighbors, if you do not have a floor captain, please turn in your envelopes to the apartment number on the front of the envelope. If you would like to become a floor captain or want to know more about the duties of the floor captains, see Donald Wood. This is the time of year where you

must be extra careful. Do not buzz anyone in you don’t know, do not open your front door to anyone you don’t know or if you are not expecting a delivery. Keep your valuables close to you at all times and be aware of your surroundings. Above all, if you see something, say something. Call 9-1-1 and Riverbay Security at 718-671-3050.

Our thoughts and prayers go out to all who are sick, shut-in and have lost relatives/friends, and to our troops. Congratulations to everyone celebrating a special day this month. Have a happy holiday and a happy New Year. We can be reached at MLSAH@aol.com. —Son j a M a xwell

Donizetti Building 4 Association HAPPY HOLIDAYS and SEASON’s GREETINGS to all our cooperators. May everyone have a safe and joyous holiday. We will continue decorating in lobbies A, B, and C today and collecting for our building services personnel. Remember…donations are

voluntary and the amount given is at your discretion. S a ve - Th e -Da te - The building Holiday Party scheduled for December 30th has been postponed until Saturday, January 8, 2011 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. We look forward to your attending this

festive affair that will prove to be the talk of the holiday. If you wish to share a special dish of yours with your neighbors, please feel free to do so. The holidays are for giving and receiving so please let’s not forget our sick and shut-in. Let’s show our con-

cern and compassion by continuing to check on our sick, elderly and handicapped neighbors. Remember, this is our home…IF YOU SEE SOMETHING, SAY SOMETHING. —Yvon n e Bu r r u s

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Co-op City Branch of the NAACP The holiday meeting at which the new executive board will be sworn in is fast approaching. December 19th is just around the corner on Erskine Place! Please members, come join in the fun, 3 p.m., Sunday, December 19th, by sharing with fellow NAACP members and family at our holiday party 2010. We only ask that you please bring a donation dish; an entrée, drink or dessert for the party buffet. The NAACP is committed to communicating and working with organizations to achieve mutual goals. We move forward into December and the month of many different religions celebrating their most significant and miraculous holiday events. We hope you come to the Co-op City Branch of the NAACP, holiday party as we pay respect to Chanukah, Kwanzaa and

Christmas. Truly, your presence is the gift that never stops giving. Congratulations and good luck to the newly elected branch executive committee: President, Jeannette Graves; First Vice President, Joyce Wilson; Second Vice President, Brenda Brown; Secretary, Eva Lazaar; Assistant Secretary, Clotilda Hartfield; Treasurer, Lisa Solomon. With this executive committee and you, the NAACP will continue to prosper in Co-op City. Again, gratitude is expressed to the Election Committee that stayed until 6 p.m. to conduct the proceedings: Elayne Cole, Lottie Townes, Alfred Lynch Jr., Marie McCants and Regina Usher. Visit the NAACP newly redesigned website: http://action.naacp.org/ on the site you will be able to follow up on many of

the NAACP activities. Last week, by a vote of 256 to 152, the U.S. House of Representatives passed a bill to appropriate the $1.25 billion necessary to fund the Pigford II settlement between Black farmers and the U.S. government. Specifically, this bill will fund the settlement announced in February of this year between the US Department of Agriculture and the US Department of Justice and as many as 70,000 African American farmers, many of whom suffered blatant racial discrimination at the hands of the U.S. Department of Agriculture for decades, with cash damage awards and debt relief. This caps a decades-long struggle. For more information on the settlement, as well as the struggle, visit our website. This year, even in the face of setbacks, we have con-

tinued pushing ahead with the kind of strength and resilience that would make our ancestors proud. Regarding progress on the Scott sisters’ legal battle, a folder dedicated to them is active: http://action.naacp.org/Support GladysAndJamie on the national website. Gladys and Jamie are not the only people to receive sentences disproportionate to their crime. When we fight to support them, we fight to support all of the people they represent. And most importantly, we fight for equality. Join the NAACP at: http://action. naacp.org/BeAMember, monthly meetings are held at 3:00 p.m., 100 Erskine Place, Bldg. 31A, Gr. Fl., dates published here. Phone: 718-671-7856 with questions and —Eva L a za a r announcements.

Building 31 Association Happy Hanukkah to all that have just celebrated their holiday. We are now preparing for a celebration of the Christmas season along with Kwanzaa. Thanks to all of our elves that used their magic and transformed both lobbies into a beautiful display to behold. A side elves: Audrey, Al, Jamie, Mr. & Mrs. I. Cruz, Liz, Mike, Delores, Melvin, Lorretta and Marilyn. B side elves: Joyce, Robert, Auvril, Margo, Charles, Arhemia, Cidon, Ginae, Alexa, Madison, Maurice, Angelique and Kayla. Please forgive this Santa’s helper if

your name is spelled incorrectly and hopefully, I haven’t missed anyone who came to help. We are fortunate to have so many volunteers who gave of their time so that we could all benefit from seeing something fantastic as we pass through our lobbies. That was your association members working together. The adult Christmas party and last time we meet as a group for 2010 will be on Friday, Dec. 17th at 7 p.m. We ask that you bring a homemade treat. Esther and Margo from the B side are the hosts for the evening and they want you to let them know what you decided to bring so that there will

not be any duplicates. Come ready to enjoy an evening with your neighbors and be ready to taste the dishes that were meant to be shared. The hostesses telephone numbers are posted on the flyer in the lobby. The festivities continue with a children’s Christmas party this year on Sat., Dec. 18th starting at 2 p.m. ending at 4 p.m. We have Audrey Cabell from the B side hosting and she is asking parents to read her flyer as she wants to see our children enjoy the festivities that are being planned along with the special guest. Don’t want to give away one of her secrets, but I know that special guest initials are S.C.

(hahaha.) So help make this a wonderful Sat. afternoon and again, check for the flyer in the lobby. There is a raffle for a David’s cookie jar; your tickets can be purchased in the lobby today, all proceeds will go toward this children’s party. Your association wishes everyone a joyous, healthy, prosperous holiday; our goal is to make sure we are all kept safe and that we live in a well maintained building. We will continue this goal into next year hopefully with you joining in. Remember, united we stand and divided we fall and we want to continue to stand tall. —Ma r ilyn M cDa niel

Building 30 Association The Building 30 Association (A & B) is here for you! There is always an advantage to becoming a member of your association. Won’t you please join? Be sure to read the Building 30 Bulletin Board located in your lobby to learn of future get together events. At tention : We have an email address. It is: Building30@hotmail.com. Join the Crochet Club this fall. We meet every Wednesday from 1 to 3 p.m. in our meeting room on the “B” side. Learn how to crochet with Linda. Her students have progressed very nicely. She

has patience and teaches you with feeling. Give it a try! It’s a great way to exercise your mind and fingers. We have discovered that this crochet class is helping our mental attitudes as well. It is stimulating and relaxing too. Throw away the tranquillizers and join in the fun. C om in g E ven t s: The date has been set for the Association Holiday Party. It will be in the Association Room on (New Date) Sunday, December 19 from 8 p.m. to ?? We are looking for your participation to

make this party a complete success. Can you bring a side dish and/or a homemade dessert? This is sure to be a fun evening. Please give me a call at 1-347-427-4526 and let me know what you will bring. I will also put a sign-up list on the Association Door on the “B” side of the building. Please help! We will continue to run our 50/50 raffle at our meetings. Refreshments always follow at the end of the meeting. Check the Association Bulletin Board in your lobby for dates and times of events. Get

involved and make a difference!! We are looking forward to meeting and greeting you at the meetings. Due to hustle and bustle of the upcoming Holidays, we have cancelled the Pokeno game nights until January 2011. The Festival of Lights, also known as the holiday of Chanukah, begins on Wednesday evening on December 1 and continues through December 9th. A joyous holiday wish to all Jews celebrating this special occasion. M ir ia m E . Ber lofsky —M

Building 26 Association A cold and wintry welcome to all of our Co-op City families, friends, neighbors, and especially, our new residents. Happy birthday, wedding, and anniversary wishes to all celebrating during the month of December. Best wishes and encouragement to all of our students. Work hard, be nice, lead, and be the change. You are our future! Well wishes to the sick and shut-in. Please include in your prayers, a speedy recovery for Mr. Leon Randall of Building 26A, and Mr. Joe Boiko, hospitalized at Einstein Hospital. The Lewis/Francis families would like to send their sincere and appreciative thanks to all who extended their prayers, love, and generosity during the loss of their sister, Mrs. Jo’Anne Francis. Our sincere condolences to those families who’ve lost a loved one. May they

be eternally blessed. M eet ing Notice - Our next meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, December 14, at 7:30 p.m. in the community room of Building 26B.. Please come out and bring a friend or your neighbor. Refreshments will be served and we’ll have a 50/50 raffle. Ku d os - to the following persons who assisted with the holiday collection for our porters: Building 26A - Barbara Skinner, Michele Smith, and YuVonne Lewis. Building 26B - Arlene Schaeffer, Pat Malave, and Patty Cipollaro. Building 26C - Josephine Clark, Jackie Hansard, Ruth Willoughby, Hal Satinoff, Pearl Tucker, and Mildred Brewster. Sin cer e T h a n ks - to everyone who monetarily contributed to the holiday collection for our porters. We collected

$1655. Our porters will be very appreciative for your kindness and generosity. Ku d os - to Nancy and her husband, Lloyd, for beautifully decorating Building 26A and to Pat Malave & Arlene Schaeffer for beautifully decorating Buildings 26B and 26C. Kn it tin g a nd C r och et in g - Come join us for some good company and instruction on knitting and crocheting on Tuesdays, 2 to 4 p.m. and on Fridays, 7 to 9 p.m. in the community room of Building 26B. F r ien d ly R em in d er : Residents are strongly urged to ensure that their emergency contact information is properly updated with Riverbay. In the event of an emergency or serious incident, it is imperative that Riverbay can reach you and/or your next of kin. Forms can be obtained

from our Building Association, our CSO office, and/or by calling Mr. Boiko’s office at (718) 320-3300, Ext. 3409. H ea lt hy T ips: Don’t forget to hydrate - drink plenty of fresh water. Be C on sid er a te - Please help keep our buildings clean by disposing your garbage appropriately. Look but don’t touch the holiday decorations. The displays are for everyone’s enjoyment. Secu r it y - Remember, security starts at home. Ensure you know who you are allowing to enter through the front/rear lobby doors. If you don’t know them, don’t hold the door. It’s better to be safe than to be sorry! If you see something, say something by calling 9-1-1. The life you save could be your own. —Yu Von n e L ewis

Building 16 Association Building 16 Association meeting was held on Nov. 8. We discussed some of the problems of the building. Our next meeting is on December 13 at 7 p.m. on the “B” side. Please come as we have to get togeth-

er on our plans for the upcoming year. We want to thank everyone who went to Atlantic City with us. Everyone had a good time, the weather was good, and also, the driver. Please keep in mind that when you

are in the laundry room to check the bathroom door to see if it is locked. This is for your safety. Keep a look out for people coming from the outside with dirty laundry and using our machines. If you see this, call

Public Safety. To the sick and shut-in, get well soon. Those with special occasions, congratulations. Our sympathy goes out the bereaved. Happy Holidays. —Clara Caston

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Black Forum Defensive Dr iving Our defensive driving course will be hled today, Saturday, December 11, Rm. 1, Dreiser Community Center, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. No personal checks will be accepted on the day of the class, only cash. Bla ck For um Aer obics in session Aerobics classes have begun. Classes are held every Monday and Wednesday, Dreiser Aud. A, 7:30 p.m. Salsa classes to begin in early October. Call today. Belly dancing, dance classes for children and Tai Chi will also begin in October. To register for any of the above classes, please call us at (718) 3208035. There is a nominal fee for each of these classes. E nd of yea r celebr at ion

On Dec. 31, we will be having a big New Year’s Eve party. Midnight champagne, live band, DJ. Tickets: $25/pp. BYOBB. Both events at Dreiser Aud. B, 9 p.m. to 3 a.m. Tickets available, call now, 718-320-8035. C a lling a ll men Beginning in January, we will be having workout sessions for men. Activities include exercise, health awareness classes, open discussions. Einstein and Dreiser Community Centers. Call to register today, (718) 3208035, or email us at coopcityblackforum@gmail.com. Bla ck For um’s Lyons Ma ne Tr ack Club Try-outs are ongoing Mondays and Wednesdays, Dreiser Auditorium. A small fee is required for participation. For further

information, please call (718) 320-8035. Emer gency Food Pr ogr a m - New Hou r s & Da ys 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.

New ema il a ddr ess The Black Forum has a new email address, coopcityblackforum@gmail.com. For membership applications, inquiries or to join the Black Forum, you may call anytime and leave a message or email us. We Need You - J oin Us Toda y Now is the time for us to get involved. Membership is $5 per year/person. Call (718) 320-8035 or write to Black Forum, P.O. Box 563, Bronx, NY 10475; email: tonyshome10475@gmail.com. Help us keep independent community organizations alive in Co-op City. Don’t wait until it’s too late. Everyone is encouraged to join. Call us or visit us in Room 20 in the Dreiser Community Center.

Baychester Visual Arts Association If you’ve ever wanted to learn how to draw and paint, this is the time to get expert instruction at BVA. The instructors teach drawing skills, as well as painting. You will be able to complete original paintings worthy of exhibiting. On Saturday, December 18, we will have an in-house art show and boutique

from 12 p.m. until 5 p.m. in our permanent room 5 in the Dreiser Community Center. Dinners will also be available. BVA members will once again exhibit their beautiful artwork and boutique items will also be on sale. We hope you can stop by since you will be impressed by the beautiful artwork.

BVA offers art classes in our permanent room 5, Dreiser Center. Tuesday classes have 3 sessions to choose from: 1 – 3 p.m., 3:30 – 5:30 p.m. or 5:45 – 7:45 p.m. with Mr. Groves, an award winning artist who studied at NYU and the Art Student’s League, as the instructor. Membership dues are $35 for the year and a session of

10 classes is $60. BVA’s art instructor will guide you along a creative path that will bring hours, weeks and years of joy into the life of those who avail themselves of this opportunity. Science is for the body, but art is for the soul. —Sylvia Lochansky

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. T H E F O L L OW I NG P RO G R AM S AR E AT T H E C H UR C H ’S ANNE X:

2053 ASC H L O O P NO RT H (C O -O P C I T Y) Morning Prayer Services - Tuesday, 6:00 – 7:30 a.m. and 9:00 -10:00 a.m. Neighborhood Bible Study - Thursday at 10:00 a.m. Fellowship, “Life on God’s Terms” Every Friday (except 4th Friday) 7:00 – 8:30 p.m. OT HE R SC H E DUL E D E VE NT S: We welcome the Retirees of Dreiser Loop to our Worship Service tomorrow for their Memorial Service in honor of their deceased members during 2010. The families of the deceased members are invited to attend.

The Willing Workers Annual pecan sale will be held after service tomorrow. Stop by their table and pick up a great holiday gift of pecans. Come celebrate the Holiday Season with our Community Protestant Church family at our Christmas Party on Saturday, December 18th, 3:00 – 8:00 p.m., Bartow Community Center, Room 31. Donation: $15/adults; $10/children 12 years and younger. For tickets, call (718) 379-4237 or the church office, (718) 8629172. Refreshments served. Saturday, December 25th, 9:00 a.m.CHRISTMAS SERVICE AT COMMUNITY PROTESTANT CHURCH. Before

or after opening your Christmas gifts, come out and give God thanks for the greatest gift of all - His Son Jesus - and enjoy the fellowship of a wonderful Christmas Morn. Friday, December 31st at 10:30 p.m. – Please join us for Watch Night Service and welcome in the New Year with praise and thanksgiving. 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

Coalition of African-American Churches & Community Organizations The Coalition of African-American Churches & Community Organizations of Co-op City, Inc.’s next general membership meeting will be held on Tuesday, January 4, 2011 at 7 p.m., 177 Dreiser Community Center, Room 15. Our 14th Annual Kwanzaa Celebration will be held on Tuesday, December 28, 5:00 p.m., Bartow Community Center, Room 31, 2049 Bartow Avenue (Co-op City), Bronx, NY. This event is free. Kwanzaa is the seven day (December 26 - January 1) African Celebration of family, community, and culture as personified in Africa “First Fruits” or harvest celebrations. Kwanzaa incorporates the spirit of value and practice of Ingathering, Reverence, Commemoration, Recommitment, and Celebration, and

revolves around Seven Principles, one for each day of Kwanzaa, called the Nguzo Saba. The seven principles of Kwanzaa are Umoja (Unity); Kujichagulia (Selfdetermination); Ujima (Collective work and responsibility); Ujamaa (Cooperative economics); Nia (Purpose); Kuumba (Creativity); and Imani (Faith). The Coalition continues to plan activities that will enhance the quality of life in our community. Please inform the Coalition of any suggestions that you may have. Patricia Bonaparte is the President of the Coalition. Phone number, 1-718-320-1861. The Coalition is a non-profit organization dedicated to maintaining and improving the quality of life of cooperators and

providing educational and culturally enriching programs for the community. We also act as one voice for all Coalition members where there are issues of common concern and human rights. Members of the Coalition include the following: AfricanAmerican Association; Co-op City Baptist Church; Faith @ Work Christian Church; Harriet Tubman Independent Democratic Club; NAACP, Co-op City Branch; Retirees of Dreiser Loop; St. Joseph Episcopal Church, and Zodiacs Track Club. Please support our efforts by sending us your tax deductible contribution, made payable to: Coalition of AfricanAmerican Churches & Community Organizations of Co-op City, Inc., Post Office Box 619, Bronx, N.Y. 10475.

Churches and organizations that desire to join the Coalition may apply for membership by either writing or calling (718) 320-1861 or (718) 671-5957 for a membership application which should be returned with a letter on your church/organization’s stationery and signed by the minister/president. Read Coalition’s weekly column for information about events and issues. Our sincere condolences to the family of our beloved brother “Kojo Adimu” who recently passed away. Remember the Coalition motto is: “Coming Together is a Beginning, Keeping Together is Progress, Working Together is Success.” —H a r m a n T. L ea cock

Parkchester Chorus, Joy to the World Share the spirit of this season with Parkchester Chorus this Sunday from 3 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church at Throggs Neck, 3051 East Tremont Avenue. Parkchester Chorus, conducted by veteran, talented director Lorraine C. Nanko, has put together a program to excite and warm all your holiday senses. For the holiday season, due in great part to Mrs. Nanko’s efforts, Parkchester

Chorus offers a unique experience in choral music. Live accompaniment and solo performances from this talented group will have you doing some Ho, Ho’s of your own. On this year’s holiday program, you will find the classics, Bach, a mix of Christmas and traditional, popular holiday, Chanukah and international holiday music that results in a cross-section of choral music performed for your enjoy-

ment. If you are considering rekindling your memory of your holiday participation in your school or church choir, this is your holiday concert. Additionally, if you are interested in singing many kinds of music, Parkchester Chorus is the perfect fit for you, and by coming to this concert you will learn how to become a member. Parkchester Chorus’s holiday concert is performed free for your enjoyment;

free-will offering will be taken. The next concert will be in May, 2011. The Parkchester Chorus has openings for all voice parts. So look no further! Parkchester Chorus also performs outreach concerts and has been invited to participate in the annual Bronx Zoological holiday festivities. Please visit the website for more information, www.parkchesterchorus.org or call 718-320-2790 and leave a message.

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African-American Association It is with great sorrow that we inform the community of the loss of our beloved member, Brother Kojo Adimu, who made his transition on December 1st. Brother Kojo had been an Association member for over 30 years and a Pan-Africanist and warrior even longer, always struggling for the benefit of people of color in our community and throughout the diaspora. He has unselfishly given his time and expertise to teach, guide and uplift others. For approximately ten years, Brother Kojo led the Association’s Communiversity of African-Centered Education, teaching of the enormous contributions to civilization that were made by African people. He was also a representative to the Coalition

of African-American Churches & Community Organizations of Co-op City where he led youngsters as they participated in our annual Kwanzaa celebrations and also performed many libations at our Friends & Family Day events. Brother Kojo always took responsibility and made himself available for any worthwhile cause. When Brother Kojo learned of the Blue Nile Rites of Passage Program, which is a mentoring program out of the Abyssinian Baptist Church in Harlem, he immediately expressed an interest and participated with enthusiasm. On the annual celebration of Dr. John Henrik Clarke, Brother Kojo was honored by the African-American

Association, the Association for the Study of Classical African Civilizations, the December 12th Movement and the Blue Nile Passage Program. These were but a few of the organizations that Brother Kojo tirelessly dedicated himself. Needless to say, Brother Kojo was loved by all who knew him and will be greatly missed. All Association members are invited to today’s Holiday Celebration where there will be special recognition of our beloved Brother Kojo Adimu. We look forward to seeing you. M em b er sh ip H olid a y C eleb r a tion – The Holiday Celebration is scheduled for Saturday, December 11th, 6:00 p.m. where members will enjoy good food,

good music and good entertainment. If you would like to show off your talents, please let us know by calling 718-3795555 or 718-320-1424. You can join or renew your membership at any time. If you can not attend a meeting, you may mail your check or money order (DO NOT SEND CASH) of $15 for a single membership and $25 for families to: African-American Association of Co-op City, P.O. Box 702, Co-op City Station, Bronx, NY 10475. Your membership helps to support this organization that sustains our community. We wish all our friends and neighbors Happy Holidays. Be safe and don’t overspend. —F r a n cin e R eva J on es

American Legion Post 1871 Post 1871 is located in Section #5, 135 Einstein Loop Community Center; our phone is (718) 320-8165, and we are located in Room 41 on the 2nd floor. If you have a computer, you can also reach us by using our e-mail address: post1871@optimum.net. Post 1871 has a new website for all Post members, www.mylegion.org. You must register to open this website, and the only people who can change this information are the Commander and the Adjutant of the Post. Greetings to all our comrades who are residing in the Bay Park Nursing Home. Our minds and hearts are with you each and every day hoping that you will have a blessed day. Happy birthday to all our comrades that have a birthday in the month of December: Vernon N. Frazer, Jose Pacheco, Carl C. Ash, Irwin Rudman, John E. King, Jr. Vernon C. Taylor,

Wesley Banks, Lloyd R. Johnson, John McMillan, Michael D. O’Livas, Rafael Echevarria, Herbert H. Kantrowitz, Willie A. Thompson, John E. King, Jr. Bettie J. Storey, Andre R. Green, Fernando Hernandez, Ear Bruer, Jasmin A. Lirio, Alfonso Rodriguez, David Walker, Lucius Kennedy and Michael D. Olivas. Did you know that 107,00 veterans are homeless and 10% are women. Homeless male veterans are declining, but the number of women veterans is on the rise and many of the women have children who are also homeless. Our combat fleet is slowly getting smaller. In 1992, we had 466 ships; in 2001, we had 319 ships and in 2010, we have 285 ships. I guess this may be due to the small military budget. I would like to thank all the Post mem-

Co-op City Democratic Club We wish to thank Mr. Mike Sanders, Director of Restoration of Riverbay Corporation, who attended our last club meeting to discuss the price increase of apartment items, which will affect all cooperators. The next meeting of CCDC will be held on Wednesday, December 15 in Room 28 of the Bartow Community Center at 7:00 p.m. We have invited a representative from the Co-op City Police Department to address us on crime in our community especially concerning the “ice pick mug-

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Circle of Christ Church - Hearts of Love Ministry of NY Reverend Elisamuel “Sam” Colon and the Congregation of Circle of Christ Church would like to extend an invitation of love and peace in the name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Please join us for a time of adoring worship, praise and the Word of God. Allow the Lord to reach into your heart and help you see the road of light and joy. Circle of Christ Church is a beacon which the Lord has lit onto Co-op City and it is our purpose as a church and as children of God to serve, teach and bring forth the Gospel for all to hear and witness. FOCUS SCRIPTURE FOR THE WEEK: Grace to you and peace from him who is and who was and who is to come. —Revelation 1:4 New L oca t ion: 147 Dreiser Loop, lower level, Bronx, NY 10475. Announcements: Men’s Fellowship & Prayer: Sat., Dec. 18th- 9 a.m. sharp Women’s Fellowship: Sat., December 18th at 1:30 p.m. Christmas Eve Service: Friday, December 24th at 7 p.m. Join us for a time of fellowship and worship as we

on our website www.circleofchristchurch.org, Facebook and Youtube. All Sunday services are recorded on CD and available for a donation of $5. Please see Elder Raul Torres after service or place your order online. You can also see part of our messages on Facebook. Look us up and become a fan. 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. You can submit your prayer request online at prayer@circleofchristchurch.org or give your request to an usher during Friday or Sunday services. Plea se ma il a ll you r in qu ir ies or d on a t ions t o t h e followin g a dd r ess: Circle of Christ Church, 147 Dreiser Loop, lower level, Bronx, NY 10475; 718-864-4002 or 203-559-1494. Website: www.circleofchristchurch.org. —E lder J a y R a mos

celebrate the true reason for this holiday season. All are welcome. New Year’s Eve Service: Friday, December 31st at 7 p.m. Let us all come together and end the New Year in worship and praise in the name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Ser vices on C a ble – You can watch portions of our Sunday Services on Cablevision’s Bronxnet Channel 70, Saturdays at 4 p.m. Schedule of Service: Su n da ys: Discipleship Class: 9:15 – 10:30 a.m. Worship Service***: 11 a.m. start ** Fir st Sun d a y of ea ch mont h is ou r C omm u nion Ser vice. Children’s Church (4-12 years old) 11a.m. start. Little Lambs (2 – 4 years old) 11 a.m. start. Wednesda ys: Prayer Service & Bible Study 7 p.m. start. Fr id a ys: Youth Fellowship & Bible Study 7 – 9 p.m. Children’s Fellowship & Bible Study 7 – 9 p.m. F Y I: You can now see portions of our services and worship

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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! DECEMBER 31st WATCH NIGHT SERVICE: Join us for our first Watchnight Service where Pastor and Minister Jenkins will do a tag-team sermon exalting God entitled,

“God’s Promises and our Dreams.” You don’t want to miss it as we bring in the New Year 2011 at 10 p.m. 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 J en k in s

St. Joseph’s Anglican Episcopal Church St. Joseph’s Anglican Episcopal Church is located at 155 Dreiser Loop, Bronx, NY 10475 on the lower level. Telephone: (718) 320- 0844. Weekly Schedule: Sunday: Service 9 a.m. Sunday School 9 a.m. Wednesday: Bible Study 7 p.m. Thursday: Choir Rehearsal 7-8 p.m. Friday: Youth Group 4-6:00 p.m. Young Adults 6:30-9 p.m. The Sunday School leads services every fourth Sunday and the Young Adults lead services every fifth Sunday.

Upcoming Events Tentative Calendar of Services and Events for December, 2010 1. Saturday, December 11th--Mutual Study of Ministry, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. 2. Sunday, December 12th- Third Sunday in Advent 3. Saturday, December 18th – All Church Christmas Party sponsored by the Men’s Club 4. Sunday, December 19th – Fourth Sunday in Advent (A Service of Christmas Carols and Lessons)

5. Friday, December 24th – Christmas Eve; Mass with Carols and Lessons beginning at 7 p.m. 6. Saturday, December 25th - Christmas Day – No Service 7. Sunday, December 26th – First Sunday after Christmas (Sunday School Children Leading the service; Christmas Pageant in place of Sermon, Sunday, My help comes from the Lord, the maker of heaven and earth (Psalm 121). —Kevin Wallace

Working Families Party Co-op City Club Happy holidays to you and your family! During the November 2nd election, the WFP was able to secure enough votes to be moved to Row D. The progress is due in large part to you hearing and answering the call to place your needs and the needs of other working families throughout New York State before our elected officials. This type of progress extends both visibility and recognition to all who gather to contemplate the future of working families. Our mission remains. We are committed to the ideals that those who have staked a claim in remaining in New York will not be driven out because of the lack of affordable housing, poor quality of education for our children, burdensome taxes and paying more, while those who could pay more do not, limited healthcare benefits and unemployment and underemployment. As the year quickly approaches the end, we must remember that we can make a difference in how we are treated as long as we stand firmly together. Thank you for making our voices heard! If you would like to join the Working Families Party, contact 646-206-8555 and speak with Judy Roberson. We meet the fourth Tuesday of every month in the Einstein Loop Community Center, Room 28, at 7:30 p.m. Have a very happy holiday and we will see you at our January 25th meeting. —C her yl Sim mon s-O liver

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books, CD and DVD’s of Bishop Rosario’s sermons. Women’s fellowship will be hosting the annual Holiday Service at the Bay Park Nursing Home on Sat., Dec. 18. If you want to attend, please be at the church at 1:00 p.m. and join them, you will be blessed by bringing a blessing to all the elderly. Sat., Dec. 18 – at 6:30 p.m. – we will present a Free Holiday Praise and Worship Concert. Fri., Dec. 24 – Christmas Eve Holiday Service 7 p.m. Fri., Dec. 31 – Candlelight service –Welcoming 2011 at 10 p.m. Christmas is the time to spread the message of love, harmony and peace. Of course it is a time to get showered with gifts and

wishes, but in the midst of all the commercialism, we should not forget the real spirit of the Christmas. Christmas reminds us about the trials and tribulations of Jesus Christ. The star of Bethlehem was a star of hope that led the wise men to the fulfillment of their expectations, the success of their expedition. Nothing in this world is more fundamental for success in life than hope, and this star pointed to our only source for true hope: Jesus Christ. Luke 2:9-14-And, lo, the angel of the Lord came upon them, and the glory of the Lord shone round about them: and they were sure afraid. And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, which is Christ the Lord.

And this shall be a sign unto you; Ye shall find the babe wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger. And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God, and saying, Glory to God in the highest, and on earth. Christ was born in the first century, yet he belongs to all centuries. He was born a Jew, yet He belongs to all races. He was born in Bethlehem, yet He belongs to all countries. Join Bishop Angelo Rosario as we continue to pray for the Peace of Israel and peace to all mankind. Max Lucado, God Came Near Were it not for the shepherds, there would have been no reception. And were it not for a group of stargazers, there would have been no gifts. —Bishop Na n cy R osa r io

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, interracial, 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 Coop City community; A warm welcome awaits you!! We love you for who you are, not what you have. Please call us at 718-320-0002 or 917-734-4058 for more information. Do you want a place that

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Pentecostal Tabernacle The Co-op City Pentecostal Tabernacle welcomes everyone to worship with them at 120 Bentley Pl. Building 24. Sunday School for all age group begins at 10:30 a.m. Worship service starts at 11:30 a.m. Prayer meeting every Wednesday evening at 7:30 p.m. Bible study will be held every Friday evening at 7:30 p.m. F O C US: God’s guidance preserves the soul and points the way to bring deliverance, integrity, and uprightness. The meek will he guide in judgment and the meek will he teach His way. All the paths of the Lord are mercy

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Dominos

10 a.m., Rm. 49

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

Tai Chi 11:00 a.m., Rm. 2

Spanish Practice Class 10:30 a.m. in Computer lab

Art 1-4 p.m., Rm. 7

Bingo

Sewing w/Raymonde

1 p.m. in Rm. 49

9:30-11:30 a.m., Rm. 7

Card Games

Internet Café

Mind Teasers

2-4 p.m., Rm. 25

2-4 p.m., Rm. 34

12-4 p.m., Rm. 7

Library

Dominos

Library, Exercise, Chat Session Rm. 7, 9:30-1 Belly Dancing

Blood Pressure 1st & 3rd 9-10 a.m., Rm. 31

9 a.m.-1 p.m., Rm. 31

10 a.m., Rm. 45

Chat Session 9:30 a.m. – 1 p.m., Rm. 31

Stay Well Exercise

12:30 p.m. Aud. A

10-11 a.m., Rm. 45

Dominos

Handi-Flex 1 p.m.,

2:30 p.m., Rm. 25

Spelling Bee

Word Games

11:00 a.m., Rm. 49

9:30 -11:30 a.m., Rm. 31

Bingo

Aud. A

Drama Rm. 7 Bingo

Blood Pressure 1st & 3rd

1:00 p.m. in Rm. 49

10-11:30 a.m., Rm. 7

2 p.m. in Rm. 25

Internet Café

Card Games

Mind Teasers

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

2-4 p.m., Rm. 34

“Movie Madness”

Dominos 10 a.m., Rm. 45

12-4 p.m., Rm. 7

9:30 a.m., Rm. 31 Art 10:00 a.m. in Rm. 45

Spelling Bee 11 a.m., Rm. 31

Dominos 2:30 p.m., Rm. 31

Word Games

9:00 a.m. in Rm. 2

Day at the Movies w/popcorn

10 a.m., Rm. 45

10:00 a.m., Rm. 7

Bingo 1 p.m. in Rm. 49 Internet Café

Meditative Moments

2-4 p.m., Rm. 34

Whist Card Game/ Scrabble 2-4 p.m., Rm. 7 Mind Teasers

Card Games 2-4 p.m., Rm. 49

2 p.m. in Rm. 25

Crochet & Knitting

Self Defense

9:30 – 11:30 a.m., Rm. 31

Bingo

Kosher

Non-Kosher

Soups, Breads and Desserts

Mon., Dec. 13

Orange pineapple juice Sliced turkey wings w/gravy, Brown rice Peas & carrots

Meat loaf Mashed potatoes Spinach

Whole wheat bread Diced pears

Tues., Dec. 14

Orange juice BBQ chicken Linguine Kale

Pepper steak Brown rice Carrots, broccoli and cauliflower

Whole wheat bread Apple

Wed., Dec. 15

Meatballs Baked potato in skin Mixed vegetables

Chicken cacciatore Spaghetti Lettuce & tomato w/dressing

Whole wheat bread Fresh oranges

Thurs., Dec. 16

Pineapple juice Chicken cutlets Peas & corn, Tossed salad w/dressing

Sliced turkey Baked sweet potato Green beans

Rye bread Apricot halves

Fri., Dec. 17

Orange juice Cod Fillet w/cocktail sauce, Orzo Italian blend

Tilapia w/tomato sauce Rice & peas Collard greens

Whole wheat bread Fresh pears

Alert & Alive

Tai Chi 11 a.m. in Rm. 45

Advanced Self Defense 10 a.m. in Rm. 31

12-4 p.m., Rm. 7

Library, Exercise, Chat Session

Dominos 10 a.m. in Rm. 49

10 a.m. in Rm. 31

Beginner’s Self Defense

Mind Teasers

Date:

11:00 a.m. in Rm. 8

12-4 p.m., Rm. 7

Card Games

Blood Pressure 2nd & 4th Friday

2-4 p.m., Rm. 25

10:00-11:30 a.m., Rm. 49

*Schedule subject to changes without notice*

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

WEEKLY TRIPS

PRICE

PICK UP TIMES

4th Mon., Dec. 27: 1st & 3rd Mondays: Fridays Tuesdays

Fairway Super Wal-Mart Swimming Classes Bowling

$3 $12 $3 $10

Bartow Dreiser 9:15 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 9 a.m. 9:15 a.m. 1 p.m. 1:15 p.m. 11 a.m. 11:30 a.m.

Einstein 9:00 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 1:30 p.m. 11:15 a.m.

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

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

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

Upcoming Events/Trips I NTE R NE T C AFÉ every day at Einstein Senior Center, 135 Einstein Loop, from 2-4 p.m. in room 34. You can explore on the web, check your e-mail, etc. NOTE: THIS IS NOT A COMPUTER CLASS. YOU NEED TO BE ABLE TO USE THE COMPUTER ON YOUR OWN. After noon M ovies at Dr eiser - 2–4 p.m. in room 7, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday. Popcorn will be served. Come to the Dreiser senior center to participate in a game of Bid Whist and for all Scrabble fanatics come join us every Friday afternoon, 2–4 p.m., Room 7. Come & join us to play Bingo, Word Games, Card games & Dominoes in the Bartow Senior Center from 2-4 p.m. on Monday and Friday and 2:30-4 p.m. on Tuesday-Thursday in Room 25. C en t r a l Aven u e Sh op p in g Tr ip – Monday, December 20th - Transportation/ box lunch, $13. Three stops – 1st stopChristmas Shop-2 hours, 2nd Stop-Trader Joe’s-1 hour, 3rd stop-Amazing Savings-2 hours of shopping. Pick-ups: Bartow-9:00 a.m., Dreiser Loop-9:15 a.m., Einstein Loop9:30 a.m. Departure time: 3:00 p.m. Monday, December 27th, the schedule for shopping at Fairway is changed back to the morning, price $3. Transportation - Pick-ups: Einstein Loop at 9:00 a.m., Asch Loop at 9:15 a.m. and Dreiser Loop at 9:30 a.m. H olida y Par t y –Thursday, December 23, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Einstein Loop Senior Center, Room 45. Cost is $4 in advance and $5 at the door. Please register early. Pick-ups: Bartow, 10:00 a.m.; Dreiser, 10:30 a.m. You can register at the senior centers. If you have any questions, please call (718) 320-2066. Registration begins immediately. Flyers will be located at the senior centers. J ER SE Y G AR DENS M ALL & I KE AMonday, December 13th - 3 hours of shopping at mall & 2 hours at IKEA for only $12. Price includes transportation/boxed lunch. Pick-ups will be as follows: Bartow-8:00 a.m., Dreiser-8:15 a.m. and Einstein-8:30 a.m. Walm ar t t r ip has been scheduled for

Friday, December 17th – $ 12. Price includes transportation/boxed lunch. Pick-ups: Bartow – 9:00 a.m., Dreiser – 9 :15 am and Einstein – 9:30 a.m. Do You Need Supp or t For An O lder Per son ? A caregiver support group can offer an atmosphere of understanding and support for caregivers to discuss issues and problems. 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. Next session is scheduled for Tuesday, December 21st. The support group is facilitated by a social worker. If you have any questions, please contact JASA at: 718-320-2066. Disa bilit y Su pp or t /Socializat ion G r oup - The Disability Support/Socialization group meets every 1st Friday of the month at 2049 Bartow Avenue, Room 25, 1 p.m. For more information and to register, please call: John Sullivan, (718) 671-2090, Ext. 3010. Transportation will be provided if required. Dia bet ic Su ppor t G r ou p - Diabetes can seem to be an overwhelming disease because it impacts so many areas of your daily life. The Diabetic Support group 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 1:00 p.m.-2 p.m. The next session is scheduled for Monday, December 20th. For more information and to register, please contact Chidinma Ezihe, 718671-2090 (Ext 3011) or Rosella Stone, 718320-2066 (Ext 2003). Senior C en t er F ield Tr ip Per m ission Slip – Effective immediately, all senior center participants will be required to fill out a Senior Center Field Trip Permission Slip before going on any JASA senior center trips. The driver should have a copy of the permission slip in the van at all times. All forms must be filled out prior to going on the trip. If you have not filled out a form prior to the trip, the driver will have blank forms in the vehicle.

Blood Pressure screenings Trained volunteers are providing FREE blood pressure screenings to the 60+ community conveniently located at all three of the Co-op City Community Centers. All you need is to become a member by simply filling out a short application form available at any of the local centers. L O C AT I O NS & SC H E DUL E : 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.; 2049 Bartow Avenue, Room 31, every 1st & 3rd Wednesday at 9 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.

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WEEKLY SCHEDULE BUILDINGS AND TOWNHOUSE ASSOCIATIONS Broun Place Association, “Holiday Celebration” Fri., 12/17, 7:00 p.m. Bartow, Room #31 Debs Place Association, “Meeting” Thurs., 12/16, 7:00 p.m. Dreiser, Room #1

HOBBIES African American Association, “Belly Dance Class” Mon., 12/13, 7 p.m. Dreiser, Room #2 “Yoga/Pilates” Tues., 12/14 & Thurs., 12/16, 7:00 pm Dreiser, Room #2 Co-op City Duplicate Bridge Club “Bridge Training Class” Wed., 12/15, 4:00 p.m. Dreiser, Room #9; “Bridge Game” Wed., 12/15, 6:00 p.m. Dreiser, Room #9

RELIGIOUS GROUPS Deeper Life Church, Tues., 12/14, 7:00 p.m. Dreiser, Room #1 Church of the New Vision, “Bible Studies” Sun., 12/19, 9:30 a.m. Einstein, Room #38 Faith @ Work Christian Church, Thurs., 12/16, 6:30 p.m., and Sun., 12/19, 8:00 a.m., both dates in Dreiser, Room #8 Iglesia Cristiana Marcos 16:15, Sun., 12/19, 10:00 a.m. Einstein, Room #35 Harvest Restoration Ministries, Wed., 12/15, 7 pm & Sun., 12/19, 10 a.m. Dreiser, Rm. #10 Mt. Calvary Baptist Church, Thurs., 12/16, 5:30 Dreiser, Room # 9 Circle of Christ Church, “Children’s Bible Class” Sun., 12/19, 10:00 a.m. Dreiser, Room #2

SCOUTS Girls Scouts of New York, “Meeting” Fri., 12/17; 5:00 p.m., Dreiser, Rooms #1, 2, 4, & 9 Cub Scouts, “Meeting” Thurs., 12/16, 6:30 p.m., Dreiser, Room #4

SENIORS JASA Senior Services “Luncheon” Mon-Fri, 12/13-12/17; 8:00 a.m., Bartow, Room #31 A.A.R.P. Peachtree Chapter 4997, “Meeting” Mon., 12/13, 11:00 a.m., Dreiser, Aud. A

SERVICE & CIVIC Weight Watchers Nutrition Program, Tues., 12/16, “Meeting Time” 6 p.m. Dreiser, Room #4

Baychester Library Events VISIT THE LIBRARY — A GREAT WEALTH OF INFORMATION Free Computer Classes: Pre-registration required, please drop in to register; Class size is limited to 8; All classes are one session only; All classes are hands on. Intro to Microsoft Word: Thursday, December 16, 10:30 am to 11:30 am; Pre-requisite:

Mouse and Keyboard Skills Have Faith!: Tuesdays, December 14, 21 & 28, 4 p.m.; Bring your beliefs to life as you work with our expert theater team to explore religion, faith and more. Uncover NYC’s rich heritage and put on a great show with your friends! For ages 12 to 18. KIDS Game On! - Every Monday, 3:00 p.m. • Three Faiths for Ages - 12-18 Every Tuesday, 4 p.m. • KIDS Reading Aloud - Every Wednesday, 3:30 p.m. • Storytelling/ Poetry Group 1st Wednesday, 4 p.m. • Teen Book Café - 3rd Wednesday, 4 p.m. • Chess Club - Starting Dec. 9th, Every Thursday, 3:30 p.m. • Teen Card Games - 3rd Friday, 3:00 p.m. • Teen Book Group - 1st Friday, 3:00 p.m. • Teen Book Group - 3rd Friday, 3:00 p.m.

The Baychester Branch Library presents the following programs:

Sing for Life, Sing for Joy — Pamela Warrick-Smith A Ten-Session Workshop To Promote Enjoyment of Choral Singing Class Dates: 1:30 - 2:30 p.m.: Tuesday, Dec. 14

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AARP Chapter #4997 R E M I NDE R : NO CHAPTER MEETING THIS MONTH (DECEMBER). The next meeting is scheduled for JANUARY 10, 2011. Get well wishes to our member, Juanita Pusey. To notify Peachtree Chapter of illness or bereavement, contact Frances Wilson, Good & Welfare Coordinator, 718-6715493. 2010 TOUR COMMITTEE ACTIVITIES December 30, Thurs. - January 1, Sat., 2011 – New Year’s Eve at the Desmond Hotel (Malvern, PA); includes 4-hour stay at the Sands Casino (Bethlehem, PA) or free time in the town of Bethlehem; after checking-in, dinner & show at the Desmond Hotel; buffet breakfast at the hotel; choice for the day (New Year’s Eve): 4-hour stay in Atlantic City or a narrated tour of Philadelphia or shopping at the King of Prussia Mall or a day at the Desmond (playing cards, a movie, Bingo or swimming); attend the New Year’s Eve Cocktail Party and Surf & Turf Dinner w/Open Bar, champagne toast, hats, noise makers, music & dancing & more; New Year’s Day Brunch w/music & dancing and a show before departing for home – Departure time to be announced - contact Delores – 718-379-2176. 2011 TOUR COMMITTEE ACTIVITIES: January 19 – 29 – “No-Fly” Cruise

Winter Escape; 11 days/10 nights; depart from New York via Deluxe Motor Coach w/overnight stops; arriving in Charleston (SC) to board the ship to Key West (FL); Nassau & Freeport (Bahamas); returning with overnight stops; pricing to be announced; trip insurance optional (recommended) – contact Jeanne – 718-379-3742. February 15 – Try your “New Year’s Luck” at the Tropicana Casino (Atlantic City, NJ); roundtrip deluxe. Motor coach - $38 — (bonus to be announced) – contact Daisy, 718-6713241. May 2nd & 3rd – It Just Doesn’t Get Better Than This – 2 days/1 night (at Comfort Inn - Mystic, CT); Shopping in Olde Mistick Village; Live Musical Theater at the Cornerstone Playhouse; 5 hour stay at Foxwoods Casino (meal voucher & Keno); breakfast at Comfort Inn; off to Mohegan Sun w/lunch meal voucher and casino bonus; back to Cornerstone Playhouse w/shopping and show time and home w/a box lunch — $165/double & $195/single – $50 deposit due w/registration/balance due by March meeting – contact Delores, 718-379-2176. May 24 (Tues.) – Chubby Checker & the Wildcats at the Twin River (MA) Casino; roundtrip motor coach; $10 slot bonus; gourmet box sandwich at the Casino - $90/person – contact Delores, —Delor es Deb n a m 718-379-2176.

Einstein Cancer Fund Reminder – Tuesday, December 14th, Showboat Casino. Cost per person is $27 with a bonus slot play of $30. Time of pick-up: 8:00 a.m. starting at Einstein Loop, followed by Asch Loop and Dreiser Loop. At this time, we do not know which casino we will be attending in January, but the date for the casino trip will be Tuesday,

January 11th. Watch for our next article for further information. Our condolences go out to Delores Musa on the passing of her sister, Mary Hendrix. May Delores and her family know of no more sorrows. Our prayers of good health and healings are wished to all. —Lydia Ruas

Goose Island Seniors Wednesday, December 15 - Bingo Game in Room 39, at 1:30 p.m. for members only. Members can bring a guest. Refreshments served. Trip to Atlantic City for month of December has been canceled because of the holidays. Our next trip to Atlantic City is January 25, Showboat Casino, price $27. Rebate $30 slot play. Pick-up is at same bus stops. AT T E NT I O N: Trips are in the making for 2011. Tuesday, April 5 trip to VILLA

ROMA for Italian Festival. Price is $49 per person. You don’t have to be Italian to join us. Everyone is welcome. More information will follow. July trip to Brauhaus, Pomona, N.Y. Price is $56. For more information, call Ann and Mary, 718-379-9613, or come to Einstein Center, Room 39, Monday – Thursday, 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Don’t forget to pay your dues - $12. GOOD HEALTH TO ALL. —Mary Pilla

Retirees of Dreiser Loop It’s that time of the year! Join us for some festive fun on Thursday, December 16th. The RETIREES’ annual Holiday Party will be held in the Dreiser Loop Community Center Auditorium from 4 – 9 p.m. Ticket price: $45. For your holiday pleasure, we will have drinks, dining, and dancing. Music provided by DJ Carol Productions. Pick-up your tickets from Beverly Waller who will be in club room #19, or you can call her at 718 379-0377. ATTENTION! The RETIREES’ yearly Memorial Service for our 2010 deceased members will be held on Sunday, Dec. 12 at the 11:00 a.m. service at the Community

Protestant Church, located at 1659 East Gun Hill Road, Bronx, NY. Family, friends, and members are invited. Come join us. T R AVE L AC T I VI T I E S: New and Exciting 2011 trips: Harrah’s Chester Casino and Racetrack in PA on Monday, Jan. 17, 2011 – Price: $45. Your contact is Lorraine Parker, 718-671-6403. Sign up with your phone number and a deposit. (a) Cape Cod, MA—May 23 to 27th (5 day/4 night). Price: $529/double and $619 single. (Continued on page 28)

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Reflections by Rabbi Solomon I. Berl Spiritual Leader of Young Israel Synagogue To live with ourselves, we must accept ourselves as we are and can be, without regret for what we are not or cannot be. Wisdom calls for honest and humble self-judgment, a willingness to strive and a satisfaction in whatever we achieve. An old Rabbinic story tells of a wise teacher who would give his pupils as a graduation present a little two-pocket purse and in each pocket a slip of paper with a sentence on it. In one pocket of the purse was the sentence: “For my sake was the world created.” In the other pocket were the words: “I am but dust and ashes.” Herein lies the paradox of human life. We are children of G-d and at the same time children of earth. We are the crown of creation and yet but dust and ashes. When we fritter away our time on

vanity, when we work to eat and eat to work like a beast of burden – or when we live only to have a good time, we ought to reach into that pocket and read: “For my sake was the world created.” When life loses its meaning and nobility; when we begin to say, “What’s the difference? We’ll all be dead in a hundred years,” then it is time to seek a renewed sense of life’s importance. “For my sake was the world created.” On the other hand, when we get to feel smug and proud; when we begin to think the whole world is our oyster; when we become absorbed in wealth and forget that there are no pockets in shrouds - we need to remember “we are but dust and ashes.” It all adds up to this, we need pride in ourselves, but a pride, tempered by humility.

Retirees of Dreiser Loop (Continued from page 27) (b) Dover DE and Crab Feast-Aug. 9 to 11th (3 day/2 night). Price: $409/double and $499/single. Your contact is Dolores Shivers at 917-282-0320. Flyers are available in Clubroom 19. $100 deposit required (price per person). CHECK/MONEY ORDER (only) - Payable to: RETIREES of DREISER LOOP, along with your name, address and phone #. THEATRE COMMITTEE: Come with us to see the following 2011 shows at Lehman College: Price includes transportation. Sat., Jan. 15th - Doo Wop Forever - $53 Sat., April 9th - The Temptations and Marvelettes - Price-to be announced Sat., May 21st - Johnny Mathis - $82 Sat., June 25th Michael Jackson Tribute Price - $51 If interested in any show – Sign up ASAP with your name and phone #. (50% DEPOSIT IS REQUIRED) Committee members meet in club room #19 on Thursdays after 3 p.m. or call them at 718-379-0377.

GOOD AND WELFARE: The members send a big SHOUT-OUT to our RETIREES President, Virginia Stewart, who has been ill with the flu. Hope Virginia will soon be feeling fine the way she was before, because things just won’t be the same until she’s well once more. We are missing you and want you to get well soon. We support all of our members 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) 379-8755 regarding illnesses and bereavements. RETIREES and friends, our club room #19, (718-379-0377), continues to be available for your weekday socializing pleasure to have fun and laughs, play cards, board games, or just watch one of your favorite TV programs with friends. Don’t be alone, come join us. We will not have our Games Day (4th Saturday) in December. Good health and good fortune to all! —C la udette Davis

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Traditional Synagogue The Traditional Synagogue of Co-op City, Young Israel of Baychester, Section 5 at 115 Einstein Loop, welcomes you to pray with them. Tel., 718-379-6920. Note: 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, December 17, is before 4:10 p.m. Shabbos ends today, Saturday, December 11, at 5:13 p.m. We recite Havdallah (The Recital over the Wine) at the end of Shabbos. Mincha services on Saturday, December 11 are 12 p.m./12:19 p.m. The community is always welcome to attend our various functions and enjoy a great day of fun and friendship. Rabbi Kronengold is encouraging you all to attend his most informative classes on the “Codes and Customs of Jewish Prayers.” Coming Events Saturday, December 11 at 9 a.m. Morning services. The Parsha is:Viygash. Join us at the Shabbat services. Mincha is 12 p.m./12:19 p.m. The Rabbi’s class is at 4:10 p.m. Shabbat ends at 5:13 p.m. C ha n u k a h : Wednesday evening, December 1st - Thursday, December 9th. Sunday, December 12--Sisterhood Bingo at 1:30 p.m. The cost of admission is $3/person which includes refreshments. It’s really a fun afternoon, so please join us.

Good and Welfare: It was a cold and windy day on Sunday, December 5th as we celebrated at the synagogue with a wonderful afternoon of friendship and joy. We gathered together for a Chanukah celebration of latkas and jelly donuts with all the trimmings. We thank Rabbi Kronengold, Pelham Parkway Jewish Council and Moishe’s of Lydig Avenue for making this all possible. The ladies of the synagogue worked so hard to make this a fun time. We sang songs and later played various games. For Sa le: Metal folding chairs reasonably priced at $2.50/chair. Thanksgiving is coming and you may need extra seating. This is a great bargain! Call Mimi at 347427-4526. Do you need a tree certificate sent “in Honor” or “in Memory” of a special occasion or a condolence? Call the shule at 718379-6920 and we can accommodate you. Happy birthday wishes for December to Robert Linder on the 21; to Albert Abel on the 23; to Jerry Berlofsky & Gary Schwartz on the 26 and to Sheila Linder on the 28th. I’m so sorry that I (Mimi) missed the Chanukah party, but I was very sick. I’m sure that everyone had a great time. Plea se! Support the Synagogue. We always need your help. Thank you. M ir ia m Evelyn Ber lofsky Shalom! —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 a.m. Anyone who wishes to start the daily routine with prayers, during which our spiritual leader Rabbi Solomon I. Berl offers a brief Bible teaching is welcome. On Friday evening, Sabbath services begin at 10 minutes after the candle-lighting time. Saturday morning services start

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) 671-2300 and leave your name, phone number and a brief message on the synagogues answering machine, and your call will be returned as soon as possible.

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

ing for a conservative synagogue, we are still here, and all are welcome. Try to take a Saturday and come to services when you can. We thank all who come last Saturday. It was a lovely service. DONATIONS OR DUES CAN BE SENT TO THE OFFICE. —Frieda Epstein

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Co-op City Baptist Church Rev. Dr. Sheldon E. Williams and the Coop 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 adults and children is held at 9:15 a.m. Bible class and prayer service is held on Wednesdays at 1:00 p.m. Bible study is held on Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m. and every other Wednesday at 5 p.m. Prayer Service is held on Fridays at 12 p.m. and at 7:30 p.m. We invite you to worship, study, and pray with us. The Co-op City Baptist Church is located at 135 Einstein Loop, Room 50 (lower level). Our telephone number is 718-320-3774. Visit us on the web at www.coopcitybaptist church.org. If you are unable to attend, you may dial in to listen on PODCAST. Call (646) 929-2953 at 12 p.m. to hear the service. The podcast is also available on our website. The Missionary Ministry will celebrate

their 38th anniversary tomorrow, Sunday, December 12 at the 11:00 a.m. service. Rev. Dr. Kris Erskine, Senior Pastor of Bethany Baptist Church, Harlem, NY will be the guest speaker. Please join us for this joyous occasion. Please join Co-op City Baptist Church for mid-week worship service on Wednesdays from 12 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. for a mid-week spiritual pick-up. On Wednesday, December 15, at our noon day service, come with songs of praise in your mouth and the Christmas spirit in your heart. Ann Sinclair of Community Protestant Church will join us and lift us up with Christmas music. Everyone is invited to join us. The Christian Education Ministry invites you to attend their annual Christmas Program on Saturday, December 18 at 10:00 a.m. as we

celebrate the birth of Jesus. On Sunday, December 19th, the Inspirational Choir will celebrate their anniversary at the 11:00 a.m. service. Please join them in their celebration of songs and worship. Everyone is invited to join us at our Watch Night on Friday, December 31 at 10:30 p.m. Join us as we bring in the New Year in praise and celebration. The Co-op City Intergenerational Outreach Center, Inc. Saturday Tutoring Program will resume in January 2011. Our tutoring sessions are semi-private. The fee has been significantly reduced to $30 a month. For additional information, call 917-620-2859 or 718-671-8449. 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.PrincipleCenteredLiving.com or www.RevDr SheldonEWilliams.com. Have you considered where you will go on your next vacation? The Scholarship Ministry invites you to travel with them to Orlando, Florida on August 13, 2011 for nine days. Visit the Holy Land Experience-a recreation of ancient Jerusalem, Arabian Nights for a Dinner Show, visit many attractions and sightseeing on the way to and from Florida. Prices are $765/pp/double occupancy. For additional information, call 718-671-1918, 718-671-7507 or 718-3203774. We wish everyone in the community a happy and blessed holiday season. —Ha tt ie L . Lucas

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 to 8:00 p.m. followed by Bible Teaching from 8:00 to 9:00 p.m. Be with us to learn the truth from the Word of God. L ist of P r ogr am s a nd E ven t s: Adult Sunday School is from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Youth Sunday School is also from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Holy Communion is served the first Sunday of the month.

Gregory S. Gang D.D.S., M.S. Complete Family Dental Care

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 noon to 1:00 p.m. Come join New Vision’s “Partners in Reading Program” every Sunday afternoon from 1:40 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) 671-8746 or (718) 320-0409. —C a r ole H a q u e

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

Cosmetic Bonding Periodontal (Gum) Treatment Endodontics (Root Canal) Dentures / Crowns / Bridges Participating Dentist UFT • Oxford • CSA • Con Edison Guardian • BC/BS • Aetna Cigna • HIP/Dental • PBA Most other dental plans as full or partial payment

Evening and Saturday Appointments Available

140-1 Casals Place, Co-op City Building 14, Section 2 - Bronx, NY 10475 Visit our website G r e g o r y G a n g D D S . c o m or email us at: smileggdds@aol.com

(718) 671 - 6000

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

Most Union and Insurance Plans Accepted. HIP CMO (Montefiore) Health Plan Accepted. We participate in Postal Workers, Mail Handlers, Letter Carriers, Verizon Workers, 1199, GHI, Blue Shield, Empire Plan, Medicare, Travelers, United Health Care and many other union and major medical plans. Se Habla Español MEDICARE ACCEPTED • HOUSE CALLS BY APPOINTMENT

Diabetic Patients with Medicare may be eligible for shoes.

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Help Wanted

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Wanted - Job as a HHA weekends or days. Anytime day or night. Call 718-6552384. 12/18

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Vacuums

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SALES & SERVICE Bags, Belts & Filters 1058 Morris Park Avenue 718-829-9090 Free Pick up & Delivery

Top Cash for your Jazz, Soul, R&B and Gospel albums from 50’s to 70s. Call Howard at 212-873-4016 anytime. 1/1/11

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DR. STEVE’S APPLIANCE REPAIR

Stoves • Washers Dryers • Refrigerators Vacuum Cleaners, and more 10% DISCOUNT (except vacuums)

•1 Year Guarantee on parts • Over 25 Years Experience • Insured • Seniors Discount • 10% OFF with this Ad Call (718) 671-0700

NYC License # 1233497

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EMERGENCY SERVICE

L&L APPLIANCE REPAIR $20 OFF

Kitchen: Wash, Dry & Store Dishes

Present This Coupon (except Vacuums)

• Clean Appliances • Cabinets • Tables & Chairs • Sanitize & Scrubs • Sinks & Back Splash

FAMILY BLINDS SERVICE Serving Co-op City for over 25 years

NEW STYLE BLINDS

L & L APPLIANCE REPAIR

JACKSON CLEANING SERVICE Licensed & Bonded

Refrigerators, stoves, air conditioners, washers, dryers, dishwashers. Free service call with repairs.

For prompt service call:

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Cleaning Service — Our staff are expertly trained with the utmost professionalism. We use the highest quality environmental safe green products. We do residential checklist and service agreement to ensure your satisfaction.

Appliances Repair

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UNITED APPLIANCE SERVICE

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All Colors • Vertical • Minis • Woods • 2 in. Regulars • Wash, Tape, Cord Blinds

FREE VALANCE & INSTALLATION NEW WINDOWS? Removal & Re-installation of any types of Blinds Quality work! Lowest Prices in Town! Repair Closet Doors and much more! Call Mike at: 718-974-1290 1/1/11

All Rooms: • Clean • Nightstands • Mirrors • Dressers • Lamps & Under Bed • Dust & Vacuum • Doors • Blinds • Lamps • Furniture • Wash Floors throughout • All Bed Linen Changed

Bathrooms: Disinfect Showers/Bathrooms • Vanities Mirrors • Sink & Toilets • Wash & Scrub Floors Call For FREE Estimates — Seniors Will Receive Discounted Rate!

Call:

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Ms. Jackson

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STOVES • WASHERS • REFRIGERATORS VACUUM CLEANERS and more NYC License #1233497

718.792.2655

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Cleaning Service—Carpet, Furniture Child Care

LIMIT — One Coupon Per Person

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EMERGENCY SERVICE

Since 1945

L & L APPLIANCE REPAIR

2 MONTH TO 5 YEARS OLD

24 Hours

• Stoves • Washers • Dryers • Dishwashers • Refrigerators • Bags • Hoses • Belts • Vacuum Cleaners Family Owned & Operated Since 1954 NYC License # 1233497

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SUMMER CLEANING SPECIAL

REASONABLE RATES

• ALL MAKES & MODELS

For More Information, Call

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Includes FREE DEODORIZER

FREE PHONE QUOTES FABRIC & LEATHER FURNITURE CLEANED FURNITURE WOOD POLISHING DAY-EVENING-SATURDAY APPOINTMENTS

(718) 829.7970

10% DISCOUNT (except Vacuums) 10/22/11

NANNY EXPRESS

Light housekeeping $75/4 hrs • Heavy Duty Housekeeping $120/4 hrs • Certified Nanny Service $180/5 days/2 kids • Companionship $180/week. Contact Ms. Salmon 347-375-8133 12/25

Advertise! Call: 718.320.3300 ext. 3380

Sales & Service on All Makes: Washers, Dryers, Dishwashers, Stove & Refrigerators, Air Conditioning, Vaccum Cleaners • In Home Repairs • Free Estimates with Repairs • Short time only service charge $24.95

718.829.9090 Service within 24 Hours 1058 Morris Park Avenue

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SAT - SUN OPEN

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Cleaning Service • Carpet Cleaning • Carpet Removal • Personal Shopper Elder Care ($100 for 4 hrs.) • Painting • Upholstery Cleaning • Floor Re-finishes Call us for a quote and other services we provide. (718) 798-4259 or sales@abrags.org. THANK YOU!

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4 Hour Minimum General Cleaning — $72 + tax Semi-Heavy Duty & Senior Care — $80 + tax Super Heavy — $120 + tax Bonded • 7 Day Accept Cash, Pay-Pal:

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Computer Consultant, Sales & Repair

Access Computer Consultants Service • Repair • Instruction

POUND HAIR! Stop wasting money on pack hair to throw away in a month. We sell 100% Indian, Malaysian hair by the ounce, blended to match your own hair. Will also weave your hair at a discount with purchase of hair (holiday special).

718-515-5800 Call (718) 473-0772 Free Telephone Consultation $25/Hour Field Service Professional, Knowledgeable and Courteous Service

24-Hours a day / 7 days a week

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$40 Field Service

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RUBBISH REMOVAL

Trucking Corp.

914. 423. 1773

Residential/Commercial Estate Clean-Outs ✔ Construction ✔ Refrigerators ✔ Stove ✔ Paint Cans ✔ Wood Anything Non-Hazardous

Building Management Companies Welcome to Enquire!

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Music

LOVE-JONES PRODUCTION FOR THE LOVE OF MUSIC DJ PLAYETTE

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• VERTICAL BLINDS • RANGE HOODS • MINI BLINDS • LIGHT FIXTURES • SINK VANITIES • KITCHEN CABINETS • SPACE SAVERS • CABINET REFACING • MATCHING HAMPERS • COUNTERTOPS • BATHTUB ENCLOSURES • CUSTOM CLOSET MIRROR DOORS • CLIP-ON MIRROR FRAMES • CUSTOM WALL MIRRORS

Electrician for Hire Reasonable Rates Reliable Service Call 917-771-7102

MOVING Low Low Rates Residential/Commercial Local & Long Distance NO Extra Charge for Stairs, Weekends or Holidays. FREE Mattress Covers Flat Rate/Free Estimates NYSDOT # T-35528 USDOT # 1060058

SULAIMAN

FREE Phone Consultation

All Major Credit Cards Accepted Celebrating 10 years of service to Co-op City.

• Painting • General Maintenance • Household Cleaning Service • Professional Moving Jobs • Appliance Connections & Disconnections

For Free Estimate & for an Appointment please call:

MICROSOFT CERTIFIED PROFESSIONALS

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Over 20 words, $6 plus 30¢ for each additional word. $2.40 per line for bold type (3 words max.)

Slipcovers

Locksmith

FAMILY LOCKSMITH HIGH SECURITY LOCKS 20% Off Any Lock Job! Medco • MultiLock • Wilson High Quality Labor For a Low Price! Serving Co-op City for over 25 years. “When you see me, You’ll know me.” 1/1/11 Call Anytime • Seven Days A Week

(718) 746-8925 PLASTIC SLIPCOVERS TABLE PADS CUSHIONS REFILLED • NEW FOAM RUBBER SOFA PLATFORMS 1/8 LOW, LOW PRICES

ALL STATE DECORATORS Upholstery/Blinds

REUPHOLSTERING

Custom Craftsmen - 40 yrs. experience. Sofas & Chairs upholstered; Slipcovers-Fabric & Plastic; Kitchen Chairs - $8.99 & up: Caning; Venetian Blinds; Drapes - Custom made Refinishing, Touch up & Polishing of Furniture

S TY L I S H D E C O R A T O R S 3314 White Plains Rd. • Bronx, NY 10467

Deadline is MONDAY at 3 P.M., except when there is a holiday, in which case the deadline is moved up one day or as announced.

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Call Mike at: 718-974-1290

Window Cleaning

Display Classified: $8.00 per column inch. Fee is payable in advance. No exceptions. No refunds. Checks or Money Orders ONLY payable to Co-op City Times must accompany ad. (We will no longer accept cash.)

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Hardwood floors installed - Sanding & Refinishing. Polyurethane, Fabulon & Moisture Cure Finishes. Staining in all colors. Free estimates. 10% Co-op City resident discount.

Call Mike. (718) 792-0024

Moving

Say you saw it in the Co-op City Times

GEORGE’S CLEAN WINDOWS • WINTER SPECIAL • $6 OLD, $5 NEW Per Window

Cell:

1-203-482-6337

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NYS INSPECTION STATION

AUTO DIAGNOSTIC CENTER

THE ONLY ORIGINAL BEAR IN THE BRONX NO 2180 WEBSTER AVE. (at 182 St.) E XPIRAT ION ON SALE PRICES !

NYS INSPECTION STATION

(718) 365-5300 HOURS: MONDAY - FRIDAY 8 AM - 6 PM SATURDAY 8 AM - 3 PM

TOWING AVAILABLE! OIL CHANGE SPECIAL NEW VEHICLE WARRANTY CAR CARE PACKAGE SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE

*Tune Up *PCV Valve *Cooling System *Antifreeze & Service *Tire Rotation *Clean & Adjust Brakes

UP to 5 quarts of CASTROL Motor Oil •

159

Premium Oil Filter • Lubrication • FREE Front End & Brake Checks • FREE Tire Rotation

MOST AMERICAN CARS • WITH AD

Replace pads and/or shoes (semimetallic pads extra). Cut drums or rotors. Repack wheel bearings, inspect hydraulic system. Add fluid if necessary, road test.

Most Cars

Front or Rear Brakes Most Cars

State of The Art Hi-Speed Wheel-Balance

99 *Parts Included

9995 COMPUTERIZED

AXLE

COMPLETE CV AXLE INSTALLED MOST CARS

SPECIAL

95 Most Cars

Custom and oversize wheels slightly higher

RADIATOR $ 95 29 FLUSH Replace with up to 1 gal. Anti-freeze • Check Belts, Hoses, Clamps, Thermostat MOST CARS

WE ARE AUTHORIZED GE CAPITAL • PHH • ARI DEALERS.

Includes: Wheel Alignment Balance Tires

FREE 21 point

vehicle inspection

59 95 95

Most Cars

WINTER SPECIAL BRAKE SPECIAL TIRE SAVER PACKAGE DISC or DRUM

Spark Plug Replacement Oil Change & Filter • 4 Tire Rotation Drain & Fill Radiator w/up to 1 gal. anti-freeze Check Thermostat Complete Vehicle Inspection 6 CYL. ADD $10 • 8 CYL. ADD $20

Most American cars (6 cyl. & 8 cyl. slightly higher)

COMPUTERIZED WHEEL ALIGNMENT Service on Limos & Oversized Vehicles Now Available

*New Spark Plugs *Air Filter *Adjust Idle & Timing *Oil Change & Filter *Transmission Service *Repack Wheel Bearing

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Most U.S. Cars. Alloy & oversized wheels additional. Up to 24” wheels.

ENGINE DIAGNOSTIC

“Check Engine Lights”

Most U.S. Cars

TRANSMISSION TUNE-UP Includes: Changing Fluid, New Pan Gasket, Clean Screen, Adjust Band if Necessary

3495

ELECTRONIC IGNITION TUNE-UP FUEL INJECTION $ 95

29 $ 3499 $ 99 39

4 cyl

6 cyl

8 cyl

• New Spark Plugs • Adjust Timing & Carb when needed • Inspect Emission Control • Inspect Cables & Hoses • Most American Cars • Foreign Plugs Extra

WE HONOR MOST EXTENDED WARRANTY PLANS.

Most Cars

CLEANING

DON’T DAMAGE YOUR SENSITIVE INJECTORS, PROTECT THEM FOR:

3995

Most Cars

WE DIAGNOSE & REPAIR: CHECK ENGINE LIGHTS • ELECTRICAL SHORTS. WE NOW SERVICE LARGE VEHICLES: STRETCH LIMOS, TRUCKS, VANS, SPOILERS, FOG LIGHTS, CUSTOM ACCESSORIES, XENON HEADLIGHTS, NEON LIGHTING and CLEAR TAIL LIGHTS.