Co-op City Times 01/21/17 by Co-op City Times

Vol. 52 No. 3

Saturday, January 21, 2017

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Co-op City Tickets Sold Out To Women’s March On Washington Bus Caravan Heads to D.C. BY LAURETTA JAYSURA

On Wednesday, January 17, a PreMarch Rally was held in the Dreiser Community Center to send-off five sold-out charter buses to the nation’s capital in Washington, DC to be a

part of the Women’s March on Washington today, Saturday, January 21, 2017 where tens of thousands are expected, and Co-op City will be proudly represented. This March on Washington is a

Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. (at podium) thanked outgoing US President Barack H. Obama for his service and for embracing all Americans during his tenure. Among the other officials present at Wednesday’s pre-march rally were Congressman Eliot Engel, State Senator Jamaal Bailey, Female District Leader Shirley Saunders; Male District leader George Clarke; Councilman Andy King; and President of the Co-op City branch NAACP Jerome Rice. Photo by Lauretta Jaysura

Two new Co-op City ESU officers begin serving the community tomorrow BY BILL STUTTIG

The Co-op City Public Safety Department’s (CCPD) Emergency Services Unit, which provides around-the-clock emergency medical care for the entire community, will add two new Emergency Medical Technicians (EMT) to their ranks this weekend, Lieutenant Chris Bulat, commander of the specially-trained unit announced this week. Officers Ryan Wilkins and Victor Reyes successfully completed the 110-hour training course administered by New York State earlier this week, with Officer Wilkins receiving honors as the Top Student in his Code One Training Academy, the first time a Co-op City Public Safety officer achieved such a distinction. The two new EMTs will begin their service to the community this weekend as part of a 24-hour emergency medical service provided to the community above and beyond the coverage provided by FDNY’s Public Safety’s two new ESU officers, Ryan Emergency Medical Services Wilkins (l.) and Victor Reyes. Photo by Bill Stuttig Bureau. In the case of Co-op City, with the ESU unit based in the community at all times, the department’s EMTs most times arrive on the scene of a medical emergency in the community minutes before the FDNY EMS arrives, which can often mean the difference between life and death. (Continued on page 2) On two occasions over the last few years, quick

loud and vocal protest of the new administration and any governmental changes that will “take us back” hundreds of years eradicating many of the “human rights” gains made thus far. The pre-rally provided community residents and friends an opportunity to show their support and be a part of an historic moment in America as the 45th President of the United States, Donald Trump, takes office. The pre-rally drew a crowd of several hundred solid supporters from within and around Co-op City who had gathered in the community center to help in making signs, posters and in any other way necessary. Young Girl Scouts and youth choir members were busy at tables that had been set up Riverbay Board President Linda Berk with all the tools needed for the addressed the overspill audience gathered event. Lite refreshments were also in the Dreiser Auditorium Photo by Leandra Peters provided. Jerome Rice, president, Co-op City march til hell freezes over and then Chapter, NAACP, said, “We will we will march on the ice!” Through(Continued on page 4)

Riverbay Board passes resolution to promote in-home water conservation and dishwasher use BY BILL STUTTIG

Alarmed by recent findings that indicate that the average Co-op City resident uses an average of 1,000 gallons of water per week in their household, the Riverbay Board last week narrowly passed a resolution instructing management to promote semi-annual water conservation education campaigns each spring and fall and to encourage the increased installation and use of dishwashers in Co-op City homes. The resolution’s sponsor, Riverbay Board Assistant Secretary Rod Saunders, said that increasing the presence and use of dishwashers in the community has two major benefits. Washing dishes by hand, as opposed to in a dishwasher, uses approximately 5,000 gallons of water more per year, per apartment on average or 76 million gallons community-wide per year. “When most families wash the dishes in the sink by hand each night, they tend to keep the faucet running throughout the process usually at a force that is strong enough to adequately rinse the dishes,” Director Saunders explained. Compounding the problem is that in these times of high-tech devices, he added, people are very often multi-tasking as they are doing routine household chores which, in the case of washing dishes, only adds to the nightly waste. Mr. Saunders also pointed out that dishwashers have the capability to wash dishes at a much higher water temperature than human hands can tolerate, thereby killing germs and decreasing the spread of such illnesses as the common cold, the flu and possibly more serious diseases. He added that people who wash dishes by hand tend to do so every night at least, if not after every meal, while people who use dishwashers generally wash only after the machines gets filled and that means washing only 2 to 3 times per week rather that 7 to 10 times per week. (Continued on page 2)

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Wasting water is not an insignificant financial matter in New York City. According to the resolution that was passed last week, the cost of water has increased by 87% over the past decade and the community had an annual water bill of $18.3 million before, but through the efforts of former Board President Cleve Taylor, Riverbay was able to raise enough capital to prepay the bill through the city’s Multi-Family Conservation Program (MCP) thereby reducing the annual water bill by approximately $3 million a year. Former Board President Taylor, while presiding in September over his last open Board meeting before his resignation from the office in October, made an explicit point about his ambition to create a water conservation program in Co-op City in the coming months and years. Mr. Taylor said then that it was his hope to have dishwashers installed after turnover in each newly restored Co-op City home and also create a program where existing residents can buy dishwashers for their homes at a reasonable cost. He cited statistics that indicated that dishwashers use less than 10% of the water that is used when washing dishes by hand and dishwashers are far more sanitary than hand washing. Mr. Taylor said that since Co-op City was recently enrolled in the city’s Multi-Family Conservation Program it pays a fixed rate for its water usage so the decision to add dishwashers is not a financial decision, but rather a socially responsible movement to avoid the community wasting more than its share of the increasingly valuable natural resource of clean water. Riverbay Finance Director Peter Merola explained this week that Riverbay’s enrollment in the Multi-Family Conservation Program locks the community in at a current fixed annual rate for water usage, but increased conservation in years going forward could decrease that rate in the future depending on how the conservation requirements of the city changes from year to year which would create even more savings. He added that in the event of the city abandoning the MCP in the future, Riverbay will be required to return to a metered rate and in such a

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actions taken by Co-op City EMTs revived persons who had stopped breathing due to cardiac arrest and got the person to the hospital for follow-up care. In one of those cases, the person passed days later due to the extensive damage caused by the initial heart attack, but in the other case, the person who was saved is still walking among us, living a full and productive life thanks to the heroic actions of Co-op City’s trained EMTs. Officers Wilkins and Reyes began their training in September after being selected by Lt. Bulat as having the fortitude to handle the job. But before becoming members of Co-op City ESU, they first had to complete the extensive and intense 110-hour training course required for becoming NYS Emergency Medical Technicians. In addition, they had to complete a 16-hour ride-a-long on a New York State certified EMS Ambulance service. According to Lt. Bulat, after completing their course at Code One EMT Training and their ride-a-long with Empress Ambulance, they each had to pass practical skills proficiency exams and a 110-question final written exam in order to obtain their NYS EMT-B License. On Thursday, January 19th, both officers successfully completed and passed all the necessary requirements to become Certified New York State Emergency Medical Technicians. They will join the Emergency Service Unit tomorrow and begin a 6-months on the job training program to assure a seamless integration into the Co-op City ESU. Lt. Bulat said, “As Commander of the Emergency Service Unit, I am very proud of the accomplishments of both officers and believe they will be a valuable addition to the current unit.” There are currently 10 officers assigned to Co-op City Emergency ESU. Officers Wilkins and Reyes were selected and trained to replace two ESU officers who previously left. Since that time, two more officers retired or left for another service and to compensate for that loss, three more Public Safety officers have been selected for the extensive training program which begins on January 30th. They are Officers Amanda Esparra, Victoria Royal and Mumbai Banfield. Chief Frank Apollo said: “During my many years of service to Co-op City as a Public Safety officer before being promoted to chief, one of the most challenging and rewarding assignments I had was to serve for eight years as an ESU officer. The training requirements are the most stringent of any single specialty in the public safety/law enforcement field and these officers have my utmost respect and support. Their willingness to undergo this training, which includes regular follow-up training and testing, not to mention the pressures of the very difficult job, allows this community to have a valuable service which has been proven to save lives and get injured or ill residents access to needed professional medical care more quickly than perhaps any other community in the city.”

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case, millions of gallons conserved now and, going forward could mean millions of dollars saved in the future. According to the resolution, at the current NYC rates, 76 million gallons of water used translates into slightly more than a $1 million cost. But that cost does not apply to Co-op City at the present time because of its enrollment in the MCP. According to some Board directors, the resolution, as it was originally presented at last Wednesday’s Board meeting, included mandatory installation of dishwashers for all incoming shareholders, but that requirement was not included in a revised version of the resolution created after much debate and discussion by the 15 Board directors in attendance that night, January 11th. After the resolution was revised, it was voted on and still only passed by the narrowest of margins, 8 to 7. Riverbay Board treasurer, Pastor Deborah Jenkins, was one of the seven directors who dissented on the resolution. Pastor Jenkins said that while she agreed with the principle of the resolution, she had concerns about the cost to the shareholders for both the purchase and the installation of the dishwashers in each home and those concerns were not cleared up adequately enough to have her vote yes. Assistant Treasurer Sonia Feliciano, another of the seven directors who voted against the resolution, said she has concerns about the effects that increasing the presence of dishwashers in the community will have on the community’s 50year-old infrastructure. “I know there are dishwashers currently being used here, but if we greatly increase their presence, how will that affect our water pressure and our 50-year-old pipes,” she asked during a brief interview with the Co-op City Times this week. There is currently a $6 per month fee charged for having a dishwasher in your home, but that fee will now be waived with the passage of this resolution. Also, in order to lower the cost to shareholders if they should want to add a dishwasher in the future, the resolution calls for management to look into and negotiate with a supplier a flat discounted rate for shareholders to acquire a new EnergyStar qualified dishwasher. According to the resolution, plans for a discounted dishwasher purchase price, along with a semi-annual water conservation promotion program, are required to be presented to the Board by June.

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Free Adult Education Programs Offered at PS 160 BY BRANDON ORTIZ

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DAAC’s Speaker Series – Alzheimer’s Awareness The Riverbay Board’s Disabilities & Accommodations (DAAC), chaired by Director Andrea Leslie, will continue its Speaker Series this month with Alzheimer’s Awareness to be presented on Thursday, January 26, 1-3 p.m. in room 28 of the Bartow Center. The presenters will be Roberto Reyes, outreach manager of Caring King NYC; and Miguel Sanchez of JASA’s Pearl Program. This program is part of a bimonthly speaker series which highlights a variety of topics by knowledgeable guests. Admission is free and everyone is encouraged to attend.

Interfaith Service Join police, clergy, community leaders, youth & business leaders for a special interfaith service presented by the NYPD and the Mayor’s Community Affairs Unit on Thursday, January 26, 6-8 p.m. at the Latino Pastoral Action Center, 14 West 170th Street (between Inwood Avenue & Plaza Drive), Bronx, NY. There will be reflections, light refreshments and fellowship. To R S V P, p l e a s e c o n t a c t Lorraine.Perez@nypd.org or Kimberly.Ford@nypd.org.

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Not many public schools in New York City can boast that they also offer free adult education programs conveniently at night, but cooperators should be happily surprised to know that Co-op’s own PS 160 does. Errol Olton, program director and founder of Equality Charter School’s Adult Programming, works hand-inhand with co-director Caitlyn Franco to oversee the adult education curriculum. The goal of the programming is to offer family, wellness, and career education, as well as financial literacy courses, to those who would otherwise not have the resources or time. Olton acknowledged in a phone interview with the Co-op City Times that the 6.1% unemployment rate in the Bronx and the 42% of Bronx students who do not finish high school to receive a diploma are figures that pushed him to getting the programming up and running. “We can’t solve the problem, but we can impact it,” Olton said. Still only in its second year, Olton described seeing the program in action as a “full-circle moment” for him because he used to be a student in PS 160’s hallways when he was a kid and now has the opportunity to give back to the community. The family education aspect of the program focuses on childcare that also includes discussions on ways for parents to be better aware of what’s going on in their teen’s life and be more equipped with the knowledge needed to keep teens safe, especially from online predators. Community issues are also discussed as part of the family education aspect of programming. The wellness education aspect of programming features classes that promote healthy lifestyle choices. From Zumba classes to healthy cooking classes, the wellness education tries to teach participants how to make the most of the lack of affordable, healthy food options that comes with living in lower income communities. Career education is aimed at participants looking to finish their GED. Starting in February, in partnership with Bronx Community College, TASC test prep will be given to anyone interested. The TASC exam is the high school equivalency test established in 2014 that replaces the GED as the main path to a New York State High School Equivalency Diploma. A key feature of programming to note are the basic computer skills classes offered that are aimed for seniors looking to become more familiar with how to use computers. Borough President Ruben Diaz granted the program $35,000 toward this initiative and every dollar is spent supplying the laptops needed to run the basic computer skills classes. Equally as important are the financial literacy classes offered through the program. The classes cover topics

ranging from saving for retirement to resumé building and even a business development class, all aimed to teach participants how to be more responsible with their money. Participants also get to enjoy paid parking passes at the local garage for the duration of the program, as well as refreshments or a dinner, which are every other week, at the conclusion of the classes. Rewards are also given to participants who have perfect attendance at classes. Olton wants Equality’s Adult Programming to continue growing a local presence in Co-op City because he feels that not enough residents know about the amazing resources they have right down the block. For more information or registration, call 718-4599597 or visit www.tinyurl.com/strongerfamilies.

2016 Perfect Attendance For 32BJ Employees

Co-op City’s Buildings and Grounds, Maintenance, Restorations, Parking Facilities and Community Centers’ Local 32BJ unionized employees who worked the entire year of 2016 without taking even one sick day were honored for their loyalty at a luncheon last Friday, Jan. 12 in the Bartow Community Center. While honorees enjoyed a delicious lunch, Riverbay’s General Manager Noel Ellison, along with members of the Riverbay Board recognized the hard work of their employees. The 46 workers honored for their perfect attendance were: Jose Manuel Alvarez, David Brown, Steven Brugman, Bovell G. Campbell, Vinko Capnojevic, Ruben Chaparro, Jerome Dexter Christopher, Alexi Yovanny Claros, Luis A. Duquela, Kujtim Duraj, Anton Dusaj, Ramon D. Escano Rojas, Ryan Francis, Alphonso Orlanda Hall, Franc Hota, Nelson Rafael Jorge Collado, Lush Kocaj, Filip Kocovic, Genaro Lambert, Sami Lazellari, Ancell E. Leslie, Hipolito Lino, Jorge Madera, Tameshwarnauth Mangroo, Petar Markolovic, Nikoll Marku, Hector Manuel Martinez, Hector O. Melendez, Vojisllav Mikuliq, Steven Pachlin, Pashko Pllumaj, Peter Popovic, Bautista Quinones, Eduardo Ramirez, Jose V. Reyes Matos, Juan Ramon Francisco Reynoso, Otoniel Roman Rios, Alvin L. Rivera, Frankie Rodriguez, Sergio Sanchez Corraliza, Mark Shapiro, Belarminio Tavarez, Justo J. Valdes, Marcelino A. Vargas, Ruben Vargas and Zef Zefaj. Photo by Brandon Ortiz

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out the evening, he led the chanting of the rallying call of “Forward ever, backward never.” Riverbay Board President and rally co-chair Linda Berk said the initial call to organize went out within a 24-hr. notice and even though there were no RSVPs, the meeting was packed with representatives from more than fifty of Co-op City’s civic, social, faith-based organizations, and building associations. Many others have since joined in the movement.

State Senator Jamaal Bailey

Congressman Eliot Engel

“I am single-minded about getting our community re-engaged, making sure it [the pre-rally] was planned well and done right; too much is at stake,” Board president Berk told the audience. Adding, “Women’s rights are human rights,” echoing the words of Hillary Clinton which have been taken up by the organizers of the Women’s March on Washington. The mood of the crowd initially seemed resigned, somber and contemplative of the next four years. As President Berk phrased it, “If he fails, we fail. Co-op City is affected by everything that happens in Washington.” Some said this administration can and must change and work for all. In addition, Berk reminded the audience that affordable housing is “no social experiment” as one presidential nominee has commented. In Co-op City, affordable housing is home and the homes of our future generations. Moreover, Co-op City’ites believe affordable housing, like affordable health care, must be protected for all who need it and they are taking five buses to Washington, D.C to demonstrate the audacity of hope. Resignation soon gave way when Riverbay General Manager Noel Ellison took to the mic to introduce – in his inimitable way – the elected George Clarke, Male District Leader officials who had come in support of Co-op City’s participation in the “Women’s March on Washington.” “This is no meeting, this is a pep rally,” said Ellison. “We have a delegation on a mission. We have a legacy of action. We have diversity and wisdom in this community and one person in office can’t turn us around!” Each official spoke compellingly and enthusiastically as they paid homage to women of all races, creeds and colors pointing out that “it’s the women who are always in the forefront and on the battlefields fighting to right the wrongs in our society.” Congressman Eliot Engel (D), lamenting the outcome of the November election, promised to go back to Washington and fight to see that the ACA (Affordable Care Act) does not get dismantled. “Health care for all is a right, not a privilege,” he said. Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz, Jr. first offered thanks to outgoing US President Barack H. Obama for all he has done and tried to do on behalf of all Americans while in the White House. “What a man, what a man,” he remarked. Further commenting on the Shirley Saunders, Female District Leader many social and health issues in

the Bronx, Borough President Diaz said, “Be of good faith; maybe as a people we have become too complacent and this may be a wake up call.” He then thanked all women for their hard work and put out a challenge to the men: “Step up and not let anyone denigrate our women.” Other elected officials excited and offering very encouraging words were Riverbay General Manager Noel Ellison newly elected NY 36th District State Senator Jamaal Bailey; NYC Councilman Andy King; Female District Leader Shirley Saunders; Male District Leader George Clarke; Lori Melton, President, NCNW Co-op City and Eleanor Bailey, former Riverbay Board director and a retired postal union leader. In closing, Bishop Angel Rosario strongly urged and called for a “one Co-op City.” Asked for her thoughts on the rally, Board President Berk said: “I’m thrilled. We had a full house, the borough president came, Congressman Engel came in just for this and brought his check, this is Andy King’s second home, Lori had a personal story of the horror of what it’s like to be without health care, Ms. Bailey and our district leaders enforced the importance of getting out to vote and writing letters to our elected officials and Rev. Rosario reminded us to talk to our neighbors, love one another and have faith. They all energized this community.” Berk also thanked the Riverbay staff and Board directors who came out and those who served on the planning committee. Co-chair of the march, First Vice President Bernard Cylich, said that he too was pleased. “We needed an opportunity for this community to say ‘Forever forward, Backward never.’ A bunch of wreckers took over, but we will stop them. We are headed with five buses down to Washington, D.C.” Harriet Silver, long time Co-op City resident, offered: “I loved it. Always, in every advancement, be it slavery, civil rights, environment, etc., it’s a small group of people who get it started.” (More pictures on page 5.)

Highlights From Pre-March Rally

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Letters to the Editor

We Need Better Screening To the Editor: In response to the director’s view last week (CCTimes, January 14, 2017) that his expectations of quality of life issues are that his neighbors should be courteous, his building to be clean, respect the employees, etc., then he asks how do we get shareholders to comply with common sense and moralistic behavior? My response to the director, who is co-chair of the Sales

Committee, is to stop letting these people into our community and come up with a more stringent screening process. Look, if you want to live here, how about being on probation for a year? Any strikes against you, sorry, Charlie, but legally you’re out and the process is not questionable. What should be investigated is the process by which newbies are screened. —Nick Liberati

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Still Waiting For Cable Competition To the Editor: According to my calculation, $19,500,000 was wasted in the last two and a half years and no seems to care. Almost two and a half years have passed since the Board election when some candidates campaigned to bring Verizon in here. Cablevision still has a monopoly on cable television, Verizon is nowhere to be seen and 13,000 families have paid $1,500 more than if the Cablevision bulk deal had gone through. That is a total of $19,500,000 that would have been saved in the last two and a half years if the Cablevision bulk deal had gone through. In my opinion, these candidates campaigned against the bulk Cablevision deal, promising Verizon would come in. Well, Verizon is not coming in and I, and 13,000 other families, am out $1,500 and another $50 every month. When will these Board directors admit they didn't know what they were talking about or knowingly lied

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about Verizon coming to Co-op City? When will they take responsibility for costing 13,000 families an extra $50 a month? How do they intend to make up for $19,500,000 already lost and another $650,000 every month? I realize that members of the Board of Directors of Riverbay Corporation get free cable television, but what about the rest of us? By the way, the Cablevision deal was not voted down. I believe these directors and candidates convinced enough people not to vote on it so the number of votes did not meet the requirement and perhaps the votes themselves were never counted. The only one that gained by the Cablevision bulk deal not going through was Cablevision. They will collect an extra $39,000,000 over the five years that they would not have gotten if the deal went through. —Stewart Berman

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Important Notice to Shareholders of Building 31 Article SIXTH of your Occupancy Agreement provides, in part, that your lease automatically renews for an additional three (3) year period. You need to do nothing if you want your lease to extend for another three (3) year period. If you will be moving out at the end of your lease, notify Riverbay, in writing, Attention: Sales Support Office, 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475, ninety (90) days prior to lease expiration.

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Public Safety Report

Lobby Attendants are the EYES and EARS of the CCPD

The Co-op City Department of Public Safety utilizes the Lobby Attendant Program as one of the tools to help keep the community safe. Co-op City’s 65 lobbies are manned by lobby attendants during the hours of 2 p.m. and 10 p.m. on Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday and from 4 p.m. and midnight on Fridays and Saturdays. This coverage is provided by a total of 70 lobby attendants and 3 supervisors. When each lobby attendant comes on duty, they set up their podium and notify public safety that they are present. The lobby attendant proceeds to conduct an inspection of the lobby. This inspection includes the elevators, doors and windows. They are responsible for noting any broken items, malfunctioning equipment or hazardous conditions. Any deficiencies are noted in the Log Book and Public Safety is notified. During the course of their tour of duty, a lobby attendant is responsible to monitor the lobby for illegal activity or violations of the lease. Illegal activities include any crimes, Disorderly Conduct, Trespassing, and Public Consumption of Alcohol or Use of Controlled Substances. Violations of the lease monitored by the lobby attendant include smoking, loitering, bike riding and dogs without permits entering the building. Public Safety is to be notified when any violations of the law or lease are observed. Log Book entries documenting this notification are also to be made. All lobby attendants are responsible to maintain an up to date Log Book. In this Log Book, all inspections, referrals and notifications are recorded. All move-ins, move-outs, deliveries and other visitors are entered into the Log Book. Public Safety is to be notified if a move-in or move-out does not have a valid permit. Log Book entries are also made when Public Safety, New York City Police Department, Fire Department or any other authorized agency enters the building. Public Safety is to be notified if there is any question regarding allowing access to any party. The lobby attendant must also make entries in the Log Book when leaving post for any reason, such as a meal

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period or a break. Lobby attendants are not authorized to receive mail, packages or any other deliveries. Lobby attendants are not required to hold or open the front door except in the event of a disabled person or elderly person carrying packages. Residents are required to utilize their key for entry into the building. Lobby attendants are not permitted to run errands or perform outside jobs for cooperators or other Riverbay employees. Lobby attendants are not permitted to leave their assigned area without permission. Engaging in unnecessary conversation is also against the rules. Lobby attendants may not identify themselves as

Public Safety officers, police officers or security officers. Lobby attendants are not permitted to arrest or detain violators. In the event a violation of the lease or the law is observed, it is the responsibility of the lobby attendant to notify the Department of Public Safety. As the “civilian” EYES and EARS of the Co-op City Department of Public Safety, the lobby attendants effectively serve to reduce crime and maintain a high quality of life within the community. By being aware of the duties and responsibilities of the lobby attendants, residents can feel comfortable with extra level of security their presence brings. (Continued on page 26)

OPPORTUNITIES AT CO-OP CITY For information on CONTRACT OPPORTUNITIES ONLY, please contact: Lenya Garcia at Lgarcia@riverbay corp.com; and Barbara Penn at Bpenn@riverbaycorp.com. Please note that emails should be sent to both parties. Please DO NOT email resumes for EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES to the aforementioned emails. For EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES, please see bottom of the employment listings for specific directions. CONTRACT SUMMARY

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Dryer Fire In Building 32 Laundry Room

The Building 32 laundry room was shut down this week due to a fire last weekend that resulted in three dryer stacks being destroyed. During the week, restoration work was being completed and the laundry room was reopened at 7:30 this morning, Sat., Jan. 21. Once the laundry facility reopens, there will be three less dryer stacks which are on order. It is believed that the fire was started by items being placed in the dryer that should not have been. Riverbay continues to advise shareholders using the laundry facilities to make sure you read the labels on your clothing to ensure safe handling during washing, and especially, during the drying cycle. For dryer fire prevention tips, please see page 8 in this issue.

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Director’s Viewpoint

Francine Reva Jones Secretary By the time you read this article, the Co-op City caravan will be headed to Washington, D.C. to address the many issues concerning women’s rights. I support the efforts of Board President Linda Berk in her call to action for the Women’s March on Washington. There are women’s rights groups that will converge from near and far to let President Donald Trump know that we exist and that we won’t allow for the erosion of women’s rights over the past century without a fight. We are proud of the progress toward equality and we won’t be pushed back. The marchers also need to address the criminal justice system for gun control and police reform. Following several massacres in our country, there is a need for more gun regulations. In order to keep guns out of the hands of people with mental problems, a background check should be conducted on anyone who wants to purchase a gun. It is not an unreasonable request. Police reform is needed so that police officers will be held accountable for their crimes. Also, if you disagree with the selection by the President for the office of Attorney General, or any other office, there is still time to contact your elected representatives with your opinion on how they should vote. In the words of the incomparable orator, Frederick Douglas, “Power concedes nothing without a demand. It never did and it never will.” At the Annual Black History Month Program of the African-American Association, there will be a report on the March, as well as other important issues. Join us on Saturday, February 4th at 12 p.m. in Bartow Center, room 31. We look forward to seeing you. Board Resolutions The Board of Directors voted on some very important resolutions last week. One of them was Resolution #16-61 concerning the installation of dishwashers for new and existing shareholders. I believe it was the amendment from making it “mandatory” to “encouraging” dishwasher installation that inspired directors to vote for it. Dishwashers help to conserve water and this resource has become very expensive. The Co-op

March on Washington City community has taken part in the Multi-Family Conservation Program in which some shareholders were willing to pre-pay one year of carrying charges in advance, and this helped to lower the annual water bill from $18.3 million to $15.4 million, saving 16% annually. Moving forward, I trust that many more shareholders will take advantage of any money-saving ideas that are proposed. Resolution #16-66 to rescind Resolution #98-72 was passed by 14 to one; one director being absent for the vote. Resolution #98-72 was passed to allow a cooperator to operate a business without any obligation to pay rent to the Riverbay Corporation. Fortunately, none of those Board directors presently remain on the Board. It was the only such resolution allowing free space, yet some Board directors preferred to table it pending an investigation in order to correct all of them collectively. Many cooperators and management agreed with Director Kevin Lambright and me that the longer we waited to rescind this 18-year-old resolution, the longer it would take for this organization to begin paying its fair share. It should be noted that Resolution #05-103 resolved that, “all Co-op City certified charitable organizations … will have their rent recalculated at the rate of $3.00 per square foot …” However, this organization went unnoticed and was not included. Resolution #16-75 dealt with upgrading network hardware with the ability to support our VMWare images and to host our SQL servers and data. In the past, the corporation failed to perform timely upgrades and it was past due to implement this technology. An overwhelming majority of the Board voted to pass this resolution. Resolution #16-76 dealt with purchasing floor adhesive, which is always needed for installing floor tiles. This resolution passed unanimously. Avoid wastefulness As shareholders, we should all be conscious of being wasteful. In this New Year, we must try to conserve heat, air-conditioning, electricity and water. Although we are not billed separately for these items, it will cause

Building 12 Cooperators Civic Association Greetings. Reminder that our next general membership meeting is Monday, January 23, 7:30 p.m., in the activity room. Our meeting will focus on all building and security issues. Suggestions are welcomed. Be careful when entering and leaving the building. Do not open your door to anyone you do not know. Don’t forget to have batteries, water, flashlights and other supplies on hand just in case you cannot get out and about. Also make sure that your cell phones are fully charged. By now, you should have received your Building’s 2016 Annual Dues envelopes. They were due December 9th. If you have not received an envelope, call me at 718-379-7841. Questions as to whether or not you may be eligible for the NYS Basic Star or Enhanced Star Program, which is based upon your age and income, call 518-457-2036, Monday through Friday, between the hours of 8:30 a.m. until 4:00 p.m., or go to Google, type in “Star Program,” and then scroll down to “Star Eligibility.” Best wishes to all who are celebrating a special event this month. Our thoughts and prayers go out to everyone who has suffered a loss or is sick and shut-in. If you see something, say something. To contact CCPD (Public Safety) call 718-671-3050. We can be reached at MLSAH@aol.com or 718-379-7841. —Sonja Maxwell

Memorial Service For The Late Leon Jernigan A Memorial Service will be held today, Saturday, January 21, for longtime cooperator Leon D. Jernigan of Building 29A, who passed away on October 28, 2016. The service will be held from 4 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. at Community Protestant Church, 1659 East Gunhill Road, Bronx, NY 10469.

an increase in our carrying charges for us all, if we abuse or waste these utilities. Therefore, we should turn off the convectors, lights and electronics when they are not in use. Also, make sure that the water does not remain running while we do other things or dripping when we are done with using it. Speaking of waste, it is a real waste of money for cooperators to pay $50 in late fees to the Riverbay Corporation. I have been in the Riverbay Administration office on the 11th day of the month and have heard cooperators pleading with the bookkeeping department clerks to accept their regular payment, without being subject to the $50 late fee. I realize that in some cases it might be impossible to pay by the 10th day of the month, but this should not be a habit, especially for families that can afford to pay, but are merely unorganized about paying their finances on time. If this is the case in your family, then the adults in your household should sit down and organize your family finances in order to avoid paying this late fee, or even worse, the $200 legal fee if payment is not made by the end of the month. Figure out a way to make timely payments and avoid the late fee. If possible, set up automatic monthly payments online. Families can do so much with $50 or $200 a month, other than using it to pay late fees. Make a resolution to pay NO MORE LATE FEES. The same goes for credit card payments and other bills as well. In sympathy Many neighbors and friends were in attendance at the memorial for Ethel Henry of Building 20A last Saturday. She was an original shareholder and the mother of three successful children. She was a beautiful and lovely person who will be missed. Contact Write or call: Francine Jones, Board of Directors, Riverbay Corporation, 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475; 718-671-5957.

Co-op City Times / January 21, 2017

Cooperators United of Co-op City Our next Cooperators United of Co-op City Meeting is Tuesday, January 24, 7:00 p.m., Bartow, room 31. We have two guest speakers scheduled that evening. If you cannot attend this meeting, please send a representative. Community Board 10 – This is a conversation with CB10. Its representative will speak with the audience regarding the Section 5 proposed train station and provide an update on upcoming major projects. Input from Section 5 folks who would be most impacted by this project and Sections 1-4 to please attend the meeting and ask questions. JASA is writing a proposal for the NYS Office of the Aging for our Co-op City NORC Program. We need to conduct focus groups with other adults in the community who do not participate in the program. At your building/townhouse meetings, please remind all about the NYS BASIC STAR OR ENHANCED STAR PROGRAM, which is based upon their age and income. They can obtain information by calling 518-457-2036, Monday thru Friday, between the hours of 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. If you see something, say something. Congratulations to all who are celebrating a special day this month. Our thoughts and prayers to everyone who is sick and shut-in. We can be reached at MLSAH@aol.com, 718-379-7841. —Sonja Maxwell

Building 9 Association Greetings. I have been remiss in my responsibility to express and extend gratitude at every opportunity. Thank you, Mr. Robert Rosario, husband of Janice, association member and photographer extraordinaire. The photographs you so graciously offered to take, develop and donate to the Building 9 Association for posting on our bulletin boards documenting our 'vision made manifest' were invaluable additions to our photo library. Mille grazie! Our Annual Meeting was held on Wednesday, January 18, at 7 p.m. Our year-in-review is impressive. The foundation has been laid. Let's build on what we have accomplished. Our Annual Membership Drive will commence in February. Calling all volunteers! The Women's March on Washington is today. Join the Human Rights struggle to preserve affordable housing and to protect our standard of living (pension funds, Social Security, Medicare, minimum wages, etc.) Buses depart from Co-op City at Bartow, Dreiser and Einstein, 5 a.m. Quality of life: If something is happening in our building, we must ensure that the proper responsible authority is made aware and that the proper corrective action is taken. This will ensure that 'unacceptable' behavior does not become the new 'acceptable' behavior. We must not permit our concerns to be minimized by those we charge with protecting our interests. As shareholders, we all have the right to enjoy the comfort of our own homes. When any shareholder's activities encroach on the enjoyment of other shareholders in their own homes, we have cause for concern. Report your concerns to management for investigation and

Board of Directors’ Meeting - January 11, 2017 Second Reading - Resolution #16-61 SUBMITTED BY: Rod Saunders SECONDED BY: Claudia Sampson BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING DATED: January 11, 2017 WHEREAS, In the last ten (10) years the City of New York has increased the cost of water by 87% while inflation for the same period was only 17%; and WHEREAS, the City of New York, prior to the Municipal Conservation Program (MCP) billed Co-op City $18.3 million per year for water; and WHEREAS, the 55,000 residents of Co-op City consume 1.4 billion gallons of water per year and our per person usage is 1,000 per week; and WHEREAS, Co-op City, through the extraordinary support of shareholders willing to pre-pay one year of carrying charges in advance, was able to enter the MCP program and lower the annual water bill from $18.3 million to $15.4 million or 16% annually; and WHEREAS Co-op City cannot stop and must continue to develop innovative methods to conserve water to protect against future water increases and maintain Co-op City’s affordability; and WHEREAS, According to US Energystar, a dishwasher, while providing a hygienic method of washing dishes and utensils, would save 5,000 gallons of water per year per apartment which for all of Co-op City would be 76 million gallons per year or $1.01 million per year. THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board encourages all new and existing shareholders to have an approved Energystar rated dishwasher installed in their apartment at their own cost and expense, including all installation costs; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that all shareholders who have an approved Energystar rated dishwasher installed in their apartment shall be entitled to a waiver of the $6 per month water usage fee; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, Riverbay Management will use its size to negotiate flat rate prices for both new and existing shareholders to purchase Energystar dishwashers; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Riverbay Management should also conduct semi-annual water conservation campaigns during the month of May and November to promote water conservation; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED,that by June 1st, 2017, Management shall present a written program to the Board to carry out the terms of this Resolution. YES: Berk, Cylich, Jones, Lambright, Leslie, Sampson, Saunders, Turner NO: Feliciano, Graham, Jenkins, Johnson, Peterson, Smith and Williams PASSED

resolution. Public Safety is a component of our management work force. Any and all illegal activities should be reported to Public Safety. Public Safety is obligated to take our complaints regarding quality of life concerns. Maintain a record of complaints and the persons with whom you speak. If you are not satisfied with the response you receive, ask to speak with Chief Apollo or the supervisor on duty. Marijuana smoking is NOT just a CSO issue. Marijuana is ILLEGAL in New York State. Therefore, marijuana smoking IS a Public Safety issue. If you are still not satisfied with the response, contact me and/or Linda Berk. Mindfulness: Electricity is not 'free' in Co-op City. Electricity costs are factored into our monthly maintenance charges. Conservation of electricity reduces our overall energy expenses. That reduces maintenance charge increases. What can we do? Ensure holiday lighting is disconnected, especially on the terraces. Transition to LED or other energy-efficient light bulbs. They consume much less energy and last longer. Turn off lights in bathrooms, kitchens, dining areas and other rooms when no one is in the room. Turn off Playstations and other electronic devices when not in use. When chargers are not in use, unplug them from the wall. These and similar electronics continually drain low levels of electricity even when not connected to the device. Open curtains, shades and/or blinds to allow sunlight to enter the space during daylight hours. Our young people are watching and learning. If you want to go swiftly, go alone. If you want to go far, go together. –African Proverb —Linda Collins

Improve the quality of life in Co-op City! Share your ideas. Join a Board committee, write to Riverbay’s management or pen a letter to the editor.

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

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

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

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Co-op City Times / January 21, 2017

Director’s Viewpoint

Kevin Lambright I am so proud to be part of a Board that for the most part uses common sense and puts shareholders’ concerns ahead of personal desires. This is something that I would have never believed could happen here just a few short years ago. There are many different personalities and agendas that come with individuals, but when it comes down to it, you, the shareholder, are the most important reason for all decisions made. That would make sense since what happens to you, happens to us. What were they thinking before? Immediate self-gratification will never champion responsible peer mutuality. Because when your term on the Board ends (and eventually it does), what do you really have? You are faced with what you left behind for everyone else to endure. I never want to forget who I am and who I vowed to represent. That is something that should be in the oath taken by Board members. Whether they include it or not, I will try my utmost to continue to live by it. Checks And Balances Many of us often make New Year’s resolutions every year. Our intentions are to follow through to better ourselves in some form or fashion. But the one thing we never do is create consequences when

How to Dance… we don’t follow through. Board Resolutions are rules with power. Well, only if they are applied, adhered to and enforced when broken. How easy is it to police yourself and/or your colleagues? I believe it is very easy if you believe in the oath and reason you say you are here in the first place. But then, there are the humanistic flaws that we talked about last week. Those very traits that somehow make us question or disregard them momentarily. This is why we need to make sure we check and recheck ourselves and one another from time to time. It’s important that we do it respectfully and not with intention to belittle, but to insure that decisions are well thought out and/or corrected when necessary. Board resolutions are the rules that we follow in order to guide us when we need to make decisions. The goal should be to serve the many, not the few. This is why I created resolution #16-66. It rescinded a previous resolution that had been created to favor privilege to one individual. Once again, the goal and intention of a resolution should be to serve the many, not the few. Committee Resolve I am proud to co-chair several committees and participate in at least five. Most importantly, I am proud of the work these committees put in. What should be remembered is that none of these positions are paid positions. The many hours of dedicated work are volunteer hours. Any efforts to streamline and create concentrated focus to improve these efforts are fruitful.

Building 13 Association Our next building meeting will be held on February 2nd at 7 p.m. in the Association meeting room located in the rear of the building under the portico. We are anxious to hear your thoughts and ideas on what you would like us to address, improve or change. If there are questions, information or guests you are interested in, let us know. It has been wonderful living in Co-op City and, in particular, Building 13. We’re excited about the many projects we're working on as we move into this new year and thank everyone for assisting and providing support. Your Building 13 Association Board couldn’t have done it without you all. Thanks for making our team work. Let’s promote the 3C’s (Clean Co-op City) and ask all to participate. Remember to place garbage in receptacles when outdoors, place any pamphlets you receive at your door in the compactor room, do not drop garbage in the elevator and properly dispose of your items as instructed by management. Women Keeping It Real - returns Saturday, January 28, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at 100 Casals Place (Bldg. 13) association room. Women Keeping It Real is an inspiring, insightful and informative social gathering of women of all ages exchanging information, empowering and encouraging each other. We welcome new participants. Remember, you must be 18 and over to participate. Join us Saturday, July 15, at the Nordic Lounge for an all-you-can-eat lobsterfest. The trip includes a 4-hour casino stay at Foxwoods (includes bonus to be determined by the casino) and outlet shopping at the Tangers Mall. We will leave from 100 Casals Place at 7:30 a.m. and depart for home at 6:30 p.m. The cost is $160 per person. First payment of $80 is due by February 18 to secure your seat. Due to the deposit that must be paid, we ask that you be prompt with your deposit or pay in full. Checks for Building 13 events should be made payable to Building 13 Assoc., Inc. and mailed to 100 Casals Place #32K, Bronx, NY 10475. For information on the Nordic Lodge Lobster feast, contact Sherrie Hernandez at 914-837-5970; Gail Sharbaan, Treasurer, at 718-671-3801 or Leslie Peterson at 718-320-1370. Our website is www.bldg13assoc.com or e-mail us at bthirteen.assoc@ yahoo.com. Again, thanks for making our team work. —Leslie Peterson

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This is why I believe the formation of a Committee on Committees could be a promising tool that can allow us to have an acute focus on committee direction. Oversite on committees will not negate the president’s position, but will reinforce it via delegation. Who Are You? Most people like entertainment and are attracted to scandal. It is so easy to turn something good into something scandalous. Unfortunately, we also allow it to influence how we feel and force us to pre-judge before we know facts. That is a humanistic trait. Though unfortunate, it is a human flaw. However, we need to recognize that there are elements who gain to profit off of our flaws. They seek every opportunity to create dissidence in our community. So let’s not allow them to influence us negatively. Let’s learn to create a bond so strong that they have no other choice, but to jump on our bandwagon. One that sees nothing but positivity toward the success of our community. These are times when we need to keep an eye on our family, friends and neighbors. There are people who want what we have and look for opportunities to take it. We must protect and defend one another and our property. Remember, this all belongs to us. If you see something that seems suspicious, do not hesitate to call Public Safety. I look forward to your correspondence and feedback. I can be reached at klambright@riverbayboard.com or by phone at 646-721-8185.

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Co-op City Times / January 21, 2017

Yes, we can make financial improvements here

Director’s Viewpoint

Daryl Johnson There’s always room for improvement here. So, here are a few things that we need to consider when we discuss our finances. Struggling to Get By We had a lot of problems when we had our previous budget talks. And, based on the information in my article from last week, you saw that the numbers in our budget were bad, in my opinion, for this community. For instance, that budget had us spending $112,693,601 to run 27 departments. And, within those departments, the budget had an allotment for 1,112 employees. So, there was an outcry to reduce those budget numbers to avoid a huge carrying charge increase. But, we were still hit with a 4.5 percent increase to help pay for the cost of settling a federal employment lawsuit. Now, some people might have thought that a 4.5 percent increase was small change and that we should have just paid up. But, that's not the way that things work here. First of all, we have 15,372 apartments here. And, some of the economic stories within each apartment can range from really good to really bad. Therefore, we have some cooperators that can easily pay their monthly charges along with a 4.5 percent increase. Then, in other cases, some of our cooperators are struggling to make ends meet. Nevertheless, we have to remember that we live in a Mitchell-Lama development that was designed for "middle-income residents," according to the NYS Homes and Community Renewal. Therefore, we need to keep our expenses low so that our cooperators can continue to live here. And, in my opinion, that means that we should not allow our managers to set the tone for the way we should run this place. No! That is not the way that we want to run this place. From my point of view, our internal managers are content that we have 27 departments and an allotment for 1,112 employees. Moreover, without complaints

from this community, things will simply remain the same here. Therefore, we need to remember that our cooperators control the board of directors, our management team, and the entire Riverbay Corporation. So, working together, we can make some good improvements for our community. NYS Excelsior Scholarship Governor Cuomo recently made an announcement about the NYS Excelsior Scholarship. This scholarship will provide free tuition to all SUNY and CUNY 2year and 4-year schools for New Yorkers. Starting in the fall of this year, this plan will begin with an income limit of $100,000. Then, in 2018, the income limit will rise to $110,000. And, by 2019, the income limit will be $125,000. This news is incredibly good for New Yorkers that have been struggling with the idea of continuing their education. In many cases, some people have wondered how they could ever afford to go to school and get a good education without getting themselves into tremendous debt. And, now, it's possible that they can go to school and not have to worry about taking out a student loan to cover their tuition. "You need a college education if you're going to compete. We have 7.95 million jobs in the state today. More jobs than have ever existed in the history of the state of New York. That's the good news. The bad news is 70 percent of those jobs require a college education," Cuomo said. "This society should say that we're going to pay for college because you need college to be successful." Question: Do you know anyone that would like to go to a SUNY or CUNY school and not have to worry about their tuition? If yes, then, please do something that can help them by mentioning this program to them. Free college tuition represents one of the best benefits in the history of NYS. Dreiser Loop At one time, we thought that a deal would be made to rent the former pharmacy space in Dreiser to the School Construction Authority. This space would have been used by

Building 27 Association Greetings, neighbors. We are finally feeling the cold of winter, so dress accordingly. Our Annual Party was held on Saturday, January 7th and it was a delight and so many came. We had plenty of food, drinks, fun, laughter, conversations and dancing. The association extends our thanks to our faithful cooperators, those who come by from time to time; we even had a few who visited us for the first time. We thank our neighbor of 27A, she brought a casserole of spicy greens which the neighbors enjoyed in a matter of minutes. We thank our neighbors who just pitched in to set up, serve and clean up. We have concluded we are family here in Building 27. Our neighbors represented all three buildings, 27A, B and C and cheered each other, what a fabulous fellowship we had. Thank you one and all on the behalf of Thalia Roach, the president and the association. General Meeting – The association’s first meeting of the new year will be on Thursday, January 26; at 7 p.m., election of officers will take place. Bldg 27 Association is open for nomination of officers – president, vice president, secretary, assist. secretary, correspondence secretary, treasurer, assit. treasurer, sergeant-at-arms. Election of officers will take place January 2017. We look forward to see you at the meeting. Happy birthday to all celebrating in this month. Please share with the Sunshine Committee, Ms. Lydia Rondon, by calling her at (718)583-3040. If a neighbor in our building is ill, homebound, celebrating birthdays, experiencing bereavement, Ms. Rondon will respond on behalf of the association. Let’s share, love, peace and a smile, which costs us nothing. —H. Overman

Be respectful of your neighbors Please be aware that not all disabilities are visible, so be considerate and respectful of all members of the community.

the SCA for a UPK program. However, this deal is not going to go forward. On another note, the Dreiser mall looks horrible. However, according to management, the construction work in Dreiser is scheduled to be finished by March 31, 2017. Bartow Construction The construction work in Bartow is simply dragging along. And, as reported before, there was a disagreement over when this work was supposed to have been completed. This is a shame because a contract was issued for: "$711,045.10 plus a 10% contingency amount of $71,104.51 for any unforeseen work that is needed for a grand total of $782,149.61." Bingo Hall Strong interest is currently being shown for renting the former bingo hall. Basketball Court - Bellamy Loop The basketball courts on Bellamy Loop will hopefully be finished by the summer. I will publish some more information on this matter soon. Close The announcement about free tuition at all SUNY and CUNY colleges is really good for all New Yorkers. So, I want to encourage everyone to please share this information with everyone. Thank you. Questions or comments? Please send a letter to: Daryl Johnson, Riverbay Board Director, c/o Riverbay Corporation, 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475. Or, please send a message to me at darylhjohnson @optonline.net (There are absolutely no problems with this email address. So, please double-check the spelling of this address if your message bounces back to you.) Also, please call me at 718-671-4544 if you don't receive a response from your message. You can also join me on Facebook by typing in: Daryl H. Johnson. Okay, that’s it for now. So, please have a wonderful week. And, may God bless you and your family. Thank you.

Co-op City Times / January 21, 2017

Building 22A&B Association Hello, we had another very enjoyable night on Saturday, January 14, at our Pokeno evening. Sorry you weren’t there. Please call to make reservations for the Foxwood Casino trip, which is $35, on March 11. Call Joan June (718-671-7079) or Katrina Minus-Shepard (718-671-4953) for more information or to reserve your spot. Hurry, seats are going fast! Our prayers go out to the family of Marvin Edward who passed on January 12. Also, sympathies to the other families who have lost loved ones. Get well to all the shut-in. Be safe! If you see something, say something. —Betty Leak

Broun Place Townhouse Association From Broun Place Townhouse Association: The publication of this press release is on this year’s “Women’s March on Washington.” Personally, I am attending the NYC parallel march at the United Nations Plaza. It is that important! “Our lives begin to end the day we become silent about things that matter,” Martin Luther King, Jr. With that quote, we salute Martin Luther King Jr. 2017. There are many quotes, but this year this is what matters. How did you honor Martin Luther King Jr.? Neighbors, let our elected officials know you need affordable care and where your pluses and problems are in your circumstance. With communication, we influence our leaders. Last week was again busy in Broun Place. Broun Place had been at the Building and Grounds Committee meeting. Again, thank you to Directors Sonia Feliciano and Marie Smith for chairing what was a jammed-packed meeting and thank you to all the professional staff attending, Luis Salazar, Bob Tatsch, Michael Ambo, Vanesa Aldea, and the “new” gentleman who handled the “pet” issues. As a result of a meeting in Broun Place with Mr. Warren Mitchell and Mr. Luis Salazar, repairs have been made to our dumpster pads. New signage has been posted, I believe they are well posted at both pads, making it hard to tamper with at both pads. Also with regard to the trip hazard hole, it has been temporarily filled. Thank you to all the Riverbay staff who worked on these repairs. It took since early October to get this done, but accomplished it is. The other mission that is completely accomplished, credit goes to Rick Schmidt. Check out the cable box cover at Garage 6, across from Building 21, it is perfectly closed and painted. But what is going on with the colorful little flags and pavement/grass markings? Did I miss some communication? Hope to get information on that for next week. Remember, join the “Do Not Call“registry. It continues to be very helpful. The phone rings once. Also be alert for scammers, folks promising freebies but delivering ways to take your money and identity. Never give your Social Security number or personal information over the phone or on the computer. Please keep in touch with your Executive Committee and discuss and refer your problems about Broun Place and Co-op City. If you observe people breaking our community rules, please don’t “YOU” intervene instead report your observations to Public Safety, 718-671-3050. Give specifics in your report and get the name of the person you are speaking with. Pick up litter and please follow the direction on the “new” garbage recycling signs. Read the Co-op City Times to be informed about our community activities and to see the great community photos from local events. We want to thank our Executive Board for their hard work. Looking forward to working together as we go forward. Announcing, there is no January meeting. —Eva Lazaar

Building 21 Association Make 2017 the year that YOU get involved… Hello, fellow cooperators, shareholders and Building 21’ers! Now, ask yourself, what YOU are doing, for your community to help make it better? Meet us at one of our next gatherings. If you have ideas for African American History Month, aka Black History Month, we’d love to entertain them. Read on and contact us with your ideas. Think Tank at Building 21 is in session every Friday, 8:30 -10 p.m. We are located in the rear of 21B in “The Gathering Room” and ALL are always welcomed. FYI, all monies collected (i.e., annual dues, etc.) are turned in to our treasurer and installed in the association’s bank account. Our next 21 Association General Meeting will be January 25th. Please mark your calendars accordingly. If you have questions regarding The 21 Association, you have three ways of gaining information. Email your building association at 21association @gmail.com. Call your association at 347.504.1821, and you can attend the monthly meetings which are held every 4th Wednesday in “The Gathering Room” in the rear of the B-Section at 7 p.m. Are You A Floor Captain? Floor Captain Duties are minimal but powerful and very necessary. They are as follows: 1. CONTACT NUMBERS (FOR YOUR FLOOR ONLY) • LIST ALL EMERGENCY CONTACT NUMBERS AND DISTRIBUTE TO EACH NEIGHBOR 2. CO-OP CITY TIMES • PLACE THEM AT EACH APARTMENT DOOR (Delivered on Saturdays)

3. ELEVATOR NOTICES • READ THEM AND TALK TO YOUR NEIGHBORS ABOUT THEM 4. PROMOTE: • MEETINGS, CLUBS AND GATHERINGS 5. ENCOURAGE • YOUR NEIGHBORS TO: VOTE – VOTE – VOTE! IN THE RIVERBAY ELECTION • MAKE CALLS TO THE RIVERBAY OFFICES (…when needed) SECURITY – 718-671-3050 CSO OFFICES – 718-320-3300 The Race for the $300 Prize still going “21 Strong” Those 21 Association members who wish to earn valuable points and a chance to win $300 have many ways to do so. Note: A member is ANY shareholder who has paid their annual $5 dues to the Building 21 Association. Prize monies are made and saved for that purpose, from activities (i.e., the ice-cream social, 50/50 raffles, etc.). Refer back to the following issue of the CO-OP City Times for complete rules of The 21 Association Rewards Points Program: November 26, 2016. We are dedicated to the self-development and empowerment of every shareholder in CO-OP City. We are passionate about our community. Do you share this positive energy and passion? Join us at Building 21 sometime. Come one, come all. Come, and let us begin again! Each one of us divided by ALL OF US, EQUALS A FORCE FOR GOOD. See you around the neighborhood! —Michelle Marbury

Building 10 Association Tonight is our Pot Luck Dinner starting at 7:30 in the association room. Join us for our first fun celebration of the New Year! We are following this first event of the New Year with a Fun Night and a casino bus trip. You can always check here in the CO-OP Times for more information about changes in the association on our upcoming events. If you missed the meeting, you can always slip a

note under the door of the association room with your idea and name, as well as your telephone number (optional). Thank you for your continued support! Again, we hope you all had a safe and happy holiday season! We believe each individual Building 10 Association member is the strength of our association. So, join us at our next meeting! —Ron Campbell

Co-op City Times / January 21, 2017

CC Toastmasters Club

Building 18 Association

Building 32 Association

Hi, neighbor. It's 2017. It's a new year. We send to you our very best wishes for the coming new year and extend to you a warm invite to attend a Toastmaster’s Club meeting in this new year. What is a Toastmaster, did you say? Toastmasters is here to help anyone over the age of 18 who wants and is committed to improve their public speaking and leadership skills. Is that you? If so, come to Toastmasters. We meet the first and third Thursday of the month here in the Bartow Center, 2049 Bartow Ave., rm. 28 at 7:30 p.m. Don't put it off until next year! Do it now. Do it in 2017. Take the jump and get started on your personal, self-development in 2017. Our members write their own speeches and give them in a fun, encouraging and non-judgmental setting. We give honest feedback and help one another gain confidence and excellence in a friendly environment. Does this sound like something you can benefit from? Wait, before you answer, come to our next meeting and see for yourself. Join us at 7:30 p.m. sharp on Thursday, Feb. 2, in the Bartow Community Center. Jump into action this 2017. Watch the amazing results of being a Toastmaster! —L. Jaysura

Hi, neighbors. Our next general meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, January 24, at 7:00 p.m. in the meeting room. Our guest speaker is our very own Ms. Helen Atkins. Topic: JASA, Co-op City Senior Services offer many activities, etc. Please come and hear all about JASA. A 50/50 draw and refreshments will be served. All new move-ins are welcome. We want to thank Regina M., Newton S., Quintin C. and Renee W., for assisting with taking down and putting away the holiday declarations. Building 18 Newsletter will be coming out this month. Please continue to send us your articles; we love hearing from you. Happy birthday to all those with that special day this month and may it be all you want it to be; enjoy. To the bereaved families, we offer you our sincere sympathies, and to the sick and homebound, we wish you a speedy recovery. Please stay alert; if you see or hear something that doesn’t seem right, call emergency, 9-1-1, and also report it to Riverbay Security at 718-671-3050. —Gertie Brown

Association Dues Dues will remain at five ($5) per family for the 2017 year. We will be collecting during the month of February. Building 32A will start their collection on January 28 between the hours of 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. Look for posted signs and association members in the lobby. Building 32B has not yet set their starting date. Building dues, which is deposited in a banking account, services numerous purposes. Some expenditures include, but are not limited to, goodie bags for the children at Halloween, lobby decorations, holiday gratuities for our building staff, a mandatory contribution to the Section 5 association for Summer Fun Day, refreshments for our meetings, etc. Trip Final payment is due no later than February 5. Money deposited for reservations not fully paid will be forfeited, no exception. Departure times will be announced in plenty of time for you to make arrangements. We will be eating at Golden Corral prior to our museum visit. There will be a rest stop on the return. There will be movies, and snacks available on both the departure and return. There is a waiting list. This will be a glorious trip to a location that will be emotionally fulfilling, eliciting anger, pride, and gratitude. Please make your final payments. Checks/money orders made out to Building 32 Association should be sent to: Ms. Dolores Rankin, 4160 Hutchinson River Pkwy. E., Apt. 10E, Bronx, NY 10475. —Lorna Smith

American Legion Post 1781 2017 Midwinter Conference Commander Adeyemi LaCrown TOBA will be leading veterans of the American Legion of Co-op City and their families to the 98th Annual Department MidWinter Conference held at The Desmond Hotel and Conference Center in Albany. The midwinter conference runs through January 20th to January 22nd.

The Conference schedule is similar to last year’s. A dinner has been scheduled for Saturday, January 21, with a reception at 6 p.m., followed by dinner at 7 p.m. The mid-winter conference has always been an avenue to catch up with events going on in Washington, DC for all the efforts put in by the veterans. —Adeyemi LaCrown TOBA

Co-op City Times / January 21, 2017

Director’s Viewpoint

Marie Smith

N.A.M.I - FAMILY & FRIENDS – We had our first support group on Thurs., January 12, in the Einstein Community Center, rm. 35 at 7 p.m. for anyone who is advocating for a friend or family member with a Mental Health Disability. The meeting went well and we had nine people attend. Two of my fellow Board directors attended; thank you for your support. We recently had a young person take his life when he jumped from his apartment terrace. Listed below, please find some websites and telephone numbers to call or visit if you know someone who may be contemplating this action: www.suicideispreventable.org, National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255), www.eachmindmatters.org. TEEN LINE: 310-855HOPE (4673) OR text "TEEN" to 839863.

New Support Group Some Very Important Warning Signs Of Mental Illness • If a person is feeling sad or withdrawn for more than two (2) weeks. • Severe mood swings that cause problems in relationships, drastic changes in behavior, personality or sleeping habits. Difficulty concentrating. • REPEATED USE OF ALCOHOL OR DRUGS. This information has been compiled by NAMI (NATIONAL ALLIANCE MENTAL ILLNESS). I was invited to speak at the Adler Place Townhouse Association meeting on January 17. Information to follow. Buildings & Grounds Committee Meeting We had a very good meeting with building association representatives and various department managers who heard shareholders’ complaints, concerns and situations they are dealing with in their respective buildings or townhouse clusters. Thank you to all who attended. The Next Meeting: 2/7, 7 p.m., rm. 31, Bartow

Center. 2nd DAAC Speaker Series: ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE, January 26, 1-3 p.m.; rm. 28, Bartow Center. Guest Speaker: Roberto Reyes, Caring Kind NYC. Questions & answers to follow speaker. Thank you to Bishop Nancy Rosario for lining up this guest speaker and for the beautiful flyer she made for us for the Disability & Accommodation Committee. Every other month thereafter, this committee will focus on a different disability with a guest speaker, followed by questions and answers. All are invited to attend and the series is FREE. If any shareholders are experiencing a problem in their apartment, AFTER FIRST CALLING YOUR CSO, please e-mail me: msmith@riverbayboard.com; call the Board Liaison Office, 718-320-3300, ext. 3353 or 347-913-4224. Thank you for your continued support. Everyone be safe, observant, vigilant and if you see something, say something, call the Public Safety office at 718671-3050.

Building 31A Association HAPPY NEW YEAR TO EVERYONE!!!! We hope 2017 will find you healthy, happy and looking forward to the New Year. Some of us make resolutions that guide our lives for the New Year trying to make things better. Using that principle, the association has a goal or resolution for the year especially thinking of ways to maintain our building cleanliness and safety. We have a great maintenance team, yet some cooperators are not being cooperative. Garbage sometimes not being disposed of properly, which every cooperator has a responsibility to do. Empty boxes, which should not be left in the compactor room on your floor in front of the chute, are to be taken to the basement. Also, laundry sheets are a hazard on the floor in our laundry room. In the morning, Maintenance staff truly cleans and by the afternoon, the dryer area is full of dryer sheets on the floor. If you use sheets in the dryer, make sure you pick them up off the floor and put them in the garbage cans provided once you’re finished. Sorting dirty clothes should not be done in the laundry basket or on the table or benches. Do that in your apartment. Remember, we share these common areas and no one wants your dirty clothes touching anything they are using with exception of the washing machines where there is soap and water being used. Also, if you drop something anywhere in the building, pick it up. These are just a few of the things we need to address seriously as they have become increasing problems. Future bus trip to the Huntington playhouse and the Sands Casino on May 3rd given by the Scholarship Committee. Flyers are being posted in the lobby; please read and support the cause. Our knitting and crochet group meets on Monday evening, as well as our game night. Please participate in your association; they are organized to help you. We will be meeting for the first time in 2017 on Tuesday, January 24th at 7:30 p.m., making critical decisions to move forward. Share your opinions and help make your association stronger. New to the building, as well as long time cooperators, join us in the struggle to maintain the safety and cleanliness, as well as other challenges facing us. —Marilyn McDaniel

Building 15A Shareholders’ Association Greetings neighbor! Well, here we are – 2017. I do hope you all had a great holiday and will have a marvelous year ahead. It is now a good time for all shareholders to start paying attention to what is happening on a day-to-day basis here in Co-op City, as well as the rest of the world. In both venues, you have other people making decisions in your name but are those decisions in your best interest and for your ultimate benefit in the long term? You must pay attention or pay the penalty, literally or figuratively. Apologies for canceling the January10th association meeting. Due to illness, weather and the huge job of taking down, packing and storing the lobby holiday decorations, time became a premium. Look for the flyer to be posted with the new date. We hope, now that all holiday participation has passed, we will see more residents at 100 Aldrich Street in attendance. It is your best way to find out how to solve your quality of life or maintenance problems and how to make your building the best place it can be to live in. Everyone has a vested interest in what happens and how people act – or act out. You are shareholders—not tenants—and should take pride in your homestead. Without everyone doing their share, littleby-little, it will disintegrate and that is not why you moved here—is it? The writer would like to very much once again thank Frankie Alexander and

Patriots Day BY ANATOLIY BUDNITSKIY

PATRIOTS DAY was a very rough watch. It is an extremely powerful film. I am not sure if I actually can recommend it mostly because of the subject material, especially since it was not even 5 years ago. I remember when WORLD TRADE CENTER came out, I hated everything about it. The “toosoon” factor definitely kicked in with that film. But something about PATRIOTS DAY was different. While it was still “too soon” for the film to come out, it was never too much and in your face as was WORLD TRADE CENTER. Albeit it was definitely graphic and the aftermath of the bombing was grizzly. The film portrayed human nature more so than some war films in recent years. They showed both sides – the people of Boston reeling from the events and the Tsarnaev brothers’ lives hours before and after the bombing. It was a tour de force from the whole cast. Everyone was top notch in this film from Mark Walhberg to Kevin Bacon to John Goodman and to J.K Simmons. Having said that, Alex Wolff, who played Dzhokhar Tsarnaev, was actually a stand-out. He was amazing. But to me, the real star of the film is the filmmaker, Peter Berg. In my opinion, he has become an expert at portraying human nature and the human spirit. Some of the events are extremely powerful and touching. I held back a couple of times. It was very intense. Also, the shootout against the brothers was mesmerizing and jaw-dropping. Extremely well done! Patriots Day – 2016 – 130 Minutes – Rated R Peter Berg – Director Peter Berg and Mark Cook - Screenwriters Mark Walhberg – Tommy Saunders John Goodman – Commisioner Ed Davis Kevin Bacon – Special Agent Richard DesLauriers Alex Wolff – Dzhokhar Tsarnaev Thermo Melikidze – Tamerlan Tsarnaev

Deborah Williams for helping with the huge job of taking down, packing away and storing the voluminous lobby holiday decorations. The complicated procedure would have been very overwhelming and taken a much longer amount of time if not for them. Also, a belated thank you to our lobby attendant, Rashad Latif, who became my ground control while I was up on the ladder trying to get all things level and equal. Not only a time saver, but also limited my physical abuse. The spirit and meaning of the holidays certainly prevailed. Much appreciated and job well done. Once again – may the new year bring good health and prosperity to one and all! —Dorothea Castle

Co-op City Times / January 21, 2017

Co-op City Sports

On Wednesday, January 11th, Velocity had 10 student-athletes compete at the Armory in NewYork at the Millrose Games Trials, the world’s longest running and most prestigious indoor track and field competition. There were several races for the youth, 55 meters for 8 years old & younger, 4 x 200 meter relay and 400 meters race for 12 years old & younger. VTC had two girls in the 55 meters race and 1 girl & 1 boy team competing in the relays. Brianna Burrell and Shyenne Blake qualified in the 55 meters race with a 1st & 3rd place finish. Our Boy’s team of Julian Caldwell, Dontae Lindo, Ethan Mohan and Kabir Gaydarik, took 3rd place to qualify. Good luck on February 11th. Tickets

Velocity Track Club are available at: https://tickets.nyrrmillrosegames.org/tickets. On Sunday, January 15th, we competed in the Colgate Women’s Games week #4. Our young ladies continue to rack up points and qualified for the semi-finals to be held on Saturday, January 28th, at Pratt Institute, Brooklyn, NY. The following student-athletes qualified for the semi-finals: Brianna Burrell, Shyenne Blake, Dakota Hickman, Olyvia Burrell, Jada Clarke, Tiarra Jackson and Adonijah Washington. Good luck, ladies, at the semi-finals! As the Elementary “A & B” division girls were at the Colgate Women’s Games, others were at the YMCA Youth Series #1 at the Park Slope Armory YMCA Brooklyn Armory. Medals were awarded to the top five individuals and top three relay teams. We were blessed with 18 medals. The following athletes earned medals: In the boy’s 8 & under division, Justice Willington took 2nd in the 800 meters and 4th place in the long jump & 200 meters. In the Boy’s 9 & 10 division, Pierce Parker took 2nd in the 800 & 1500 meter race.

In the 11 & 12 division, Dontae Lindo took 1st place in the 800 meters and 2nd in the 3000 meter race. Jordon Ingram took 2nd place in the high jump and 5th place in the 3000 meters. Dontae, Jordon, Julian Caldwell and Jalen Martin-Percell took 2nd place in the 4 x 400 meter relay. In the 13 & 14 division, Kabir Gaydarik took 2nd and Ethan Mohan took 3rd in the high jump. In the boy’s 15 – 18 division, Raseam Phillip took 4th in the 200 meter race. Darius Gordon was Mr. Gold, he won gold medals in the Velocity Track Club New York 2016 USA Track & Field long jump, 200 meters and Hershey Youth National Championship All Americans! 800 meters. Great Job VTC! 501(c)3 not-for-profit. One hundred Our next meet will be on Sunday, percent of your donation will go to help our children. For additional inforJanuary 22nd at the Connecticut mation, you can go to our website Hawks Youth Developmental Meet in Velocitytrack.org or contact me, Coach Conn. and the Ocean Breeze Invitation Winston Dinkins, at 914-441-6196 or is Staten Island. Come out to see your email me at watclt@aol.com. future Olympians. —Winston Dinkins Velocity Track Club New York is a

Co-op City Little League Season 2017 Indoor Baseball Clinic on Sunday, January 22, at the Truman High School gym, and will continue on Sundays, February 5th, 19th and 26th. There will be different sessions based on age group as follows: 12 p.m. to 1:15 p.m. for age 4 through 8; 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. for age 9 to 12; 3:15 p.m. to 4:45 p.m. for age 13 to 16. Truman HS is located at 750 Baychester Ave., Bronx, NY 10475. Entrance to the gym is at the back of the building by the outdoor athletic fields. Ample parking accessible in front of the Truman HS entrance and on the sides. Training is to consist of baseball fundamental drills for the younger Clinic activities include fundamental drills such as hitting, pitching, fielding players and baseball skills enhanceand base running. ment for the older players to include The Co-op City Little League 2017 Season indoor hitting, fielding, pitching and base running. Particibaseball clinic for youth & teens is scheduled to start pants should come prepared with a baseball glove, cap,

sneakers, and bottled water. For the safety of the children, baseball bats will not be allowed since the league will supply it along with rubber safety baseballs. Registration for the Co-op City 2017 Baseball Season will be conducted during the clinic dates from noon to 4 p.m. at the Truman HS gym. Partial sign-up fee payment accepted with balance due on March 4th. Pay in full by Feb. 5th and be eligible to participate in a registration fee (minus fundraiser charge) refund raffle. Copies of the registration forms are accessible at the CCLL website. The filled-out paperwork can be brought to the gym or mailed to the Co-op City Little League, Dreiser Loop Community Center, room 17, Bronx, NY 10475. Also, include a registration fee check (minimum $25 partial payment) payable to Co-op City Little League. Clinic updates and more information on the Co-op City Little League programs can be found at the website www.eteamz.com/coopcityll/. The league can also be contacted at coopcityll@yahoo.com. —Hector Ayala

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Co-op City Times / January 21, 2017

African-American Association Our next general meeting will be Tuesday, February 7, at 7 p.m. sharp in room #15, Dreiser Center. Prepare yourselves for our Black History Month program on Saturday, February 4th, 12 p.m., Bartow Center, room 31. It will be the best we’ve ever had. We will be putting together a fashion show in the spring. If you are interested in participating, come to our next general meeting for details. Meca Talent has a play coming up in March/April, so keep your eyes open for future details. The association sponsors the following ongoing programs and encourages your participation. Acting Classes – Children’s and Adult classes are available. Contact: Meca Talent for more information. Call us at: 646-373-4122. Belly Dance Classes – Wednesdays, 7:00 p.m., Dreiser Center, room #2. For a nominal fee, you

will have fun and stay in shape. For more information, call Xonia, 646-301-9438. Children’s Programs – For information about the early morning school drop-off program and the after school programs, call 718-379-5555. Evening Line Dance Classes – Dance to Soul, Latin, and Gospel music on Thursdays, 7:00 p.m. in Dreiser Center, room #2. Call Cynthia, 917-9037073. Music, Rhythm & Dance – Most Fridays, 7:30 p.m., Dreiser Center, rm. 15; most Saturdays, 10:00 a.m., Dreiser Center, room #2. Call Keith, 917-561-6211. Yoga & Pilates Mat Classes – Classes on Tuesday, 7:15 p.m., Dreiser Center, rm. 2. Lose weight, tone and strengthen your muscles with exercises that reduce stress through breathing techniques.

For more information, call 718-671-8364. Zumba And Yoga – Classes on Saturday start at 9:30 in Dreiser Center, room #2. General Membership Meeting – The next meeting will be Tuesday, February 7, at 7:00 p.m. in Dreiser Community Center, room #15. If you are unable to attend the meeting, please read our weekly column for updates. Also, if you wish to join or update your membership, please send a check or money order (DO NOT MAIL CASH) of $15 for a single membership or $25 for families to: African-American Association of Co-op City, P.O. Box 702, Co-op City Station, Bronx, NY 10475. Donations are welcomed. Like us on Facebook: CoopcityAfricanamericanassoc/email us at: aaacc power@gmail.com. —Kevin Lambright

Retirees Of Dreiser Loop Travel Events: (price includes transportation/Lorant Coach bus; Dreiser Loop opposite H&R Block). • Tues., March 14, to Hunterdon Hills Playhouse, NJ. Enjoy luncheon cuisine, full service cocktail bar, onsite lobby bake shop and gift boutique. A few seats available. Price: $75 (deposit $35/full payment/balance $40 due Mon., Feb. 6). Contacts: Serita G., 347-564-5722/Barbara W., 718-320-0500. • Sept. 9-16 (8 day/7 night), Canada & New England cruise on the beautiful Carnival “Sunshine.” $250 deposit per person due immediately to hold reservation. NYC departure/return. NOTE: Preferred cabin/category selection goes to earliest bookings. Cabin/category prices from $929 to $1399 which include your cabin, meals, port charges and taxes. Final payment due by May

19. Travel insurance (additional cost) encouraged. Contact: Serita G., 347564-5722. Theatre Committee: (price includes van transportation (Dreiser Loop opposite Rehab Center). • February 4 (Sat.). Showtime: 8:00 p.m. “TAJ EXPRESS.” The Bollywood musical revue, Lehman Center, Bronx. Price: $55. First paid, first seated. Payment ASAP. Contact: Eleanor Barlow, 917-952-0861. • June 21st (Wed.). Lunch/showtime: 11 a.m. MAMMA MIA. A musical story about a young woman about to be married discovers that any one of three men could be her father. She invites all three to the wedding without telling her mother, Donna. Westchester Broadway Theatre. Price: $70. Deposit immediately, $35. Balance/ full payment due May 1st. Contact:

National Council Of Negro Women Black History Month – Save the date, Saturday, February 25, when we will have our 16th Annual Black History Month Youth Celebration, co-sponsored with the Riverbay Fund. This free event will take place in Dreiser Auditorium B from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Youth groups and young adults interested in volunteering to showcase their talents in song, dance, stepping, playing an instrument, poetry, spoken word, drama, skit, etc. please call the NCNW Youth Committee at 917-399-2643. This year, the theme is “The African American Journey from Slavery to Black Lives Matter.” Women’s Celebration Program – On Saturday, April 1, we will be celebrating young women in our community, 16-18 (high school students) and 1729 years of age who are enrolled in college and excelling in other extracurricular activities. We are calling this program “Bronx Scholars Represent.” Young women will be honored with Certificates of Achievement for their outstanding academics and will be highlighted in a booklet “Young Bronx Women of Excellence.” High school students must have parental permission to participate. This will be an afternoon free event in room 4, Dreiser Center. For more information, please contact first vice president and chairperson for our women’s event, Camille Worrell, at sistasonamission@aol.com. Bethune Height Recognition Program – Plans are under way for our 43rd Annual Bethune Height Recognition Program that will take place on Saturday, May 20, at the Astoria World Manor. This is a celebration in which all NCNW sections in New York State come together to support and live the legacy of NCNW’s founder, Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune, and Dr. Dorothy I. Height, Chair/President Emerita, by contributing to the work for which they dedicated their lives. The luncheon will be from 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. and will cost $100. Pencil Drive – Co-op City Section is continuing our donation of pencils to P.S. 153. We are accepting donations of pencils from members and from our neighbors and friends. Unfortunately, too many of our children do not have basic supplies, such as pencils when they come to school each day. —Joyce Howard

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Marie Green-Ryan, 718-671-4949. Members and friends, we do require your deposit and/or full payment, along with your name and telephone number when signing up for trips and/or shown. First fully paid, confirmed seating. Committee members in Dreiser clubroom 19 (718-3790377) on Mondays and/or Thursdays, 2:30-5:00 p.m. Good And Welfare: Our deepest condolences to Barbara Smith for the loss of her mother and to Susie FuzzellPolite for the loss of her father. May they rest in peace. “To members and

friends, as you rest and heal know that you are thought of warmly and wished a quick recovery.” Call Josephine Flowers, 718-320-0539, regarding illnesses and bereavements.” Consider joining us at the next March 2017 SPA Day - date to be determined. Call 718-379-4784/ 718-671-8449 – leave your name and phone number to be placed on wait list. “And now we welcome the New Year. Full of things that have never been.” —Rainer Maria Rilke —Claudette Davis

Co-op City Times / January 21, 2017

Working Families Party of Co-op City Meeting The next meeting of the Co-op City Chapter of the Working Families Party is scheduled for Tuesday, January 24, instead of the regular third Tuesday of each month. After discussing today’s march, our WFP members will focus on what steps our chapter can take to push the Democratic Party in a more progressive direction. One of those steps is to support Keith Ellison’s bid for the Democratic National Committee (DNC) chair. Leadership decisions are most often engineered behind closed doors, but the disastrous presidential election result offers an opportunity to pressure the DNC to take a more progressive stand by supporting Congressman Keith Ellison. Ellison, the African-American representative from Minnesota, is the first Muslim member of Congress. Choosing him in the February vote would send a clear message of inclusion to President Trump. Ellison’s backers include New York’s U.S. Senator Chuck Shumer, Rep. Joseph Crowley, and Attorney General Eric Schneiderman, as well as Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders. Senator Sanders writes: “We must also do everything we can to elect Democrats in Congress in 2018, and to take back the White House in 2020. We need a Democratic National Committee led by a progressive who understands the dire need to listen to working families, not the political establishment or the billionaire class. That is why I support Keith Ellison to be the next Chair of the Democratic National Committee, and why I hope you’ll join me in advocating for him to lead the DNC.” Join us at the next meeting of the Co-op City Chapter of the Working Families Party on Tuesday, January 24, at 7:30 p.m., room 35, Section 5. All progressives are welcome. —Kelly Canzoneri

Open Door Ministries Solomon or Jedediah Sermon Excerpt 2 Samuel 12:24 Then David comforted his wife Bathsheba, and he went to her and made love to her. She gave birth to a son, and they named him Solomon. The Lord loved him; 25 and because the Lord loved him, he sent word through Nathan the prophet to name him Jedidiah. Jedidiah means the Lord’s Beloved; loved by the Lord; friend of God. Solomon means Peace. Nathan brought a message of judgment then he brought a message of blessing. The same God that disciplines us is the one that loves us and provides refreshment. The Lord revealed to David through Nathan that his sin and Bathsheba’s sin was covered by the grace of God. We often need someone to tell us that we have done something wrong and then, that same person, can help us step out of that place of negative living. Both David and Bathsheba were forgiven by the birth of another child named Peace (Solomon) and Loved by God (Jedediah). There is no sin so great that cannot be covered by the peace and love of God. Before David had committed the great sin of murder and betrayal, God had already determined in 2 Samuel 7 that he would have a son that would sit on his throne and build a house to worship the Lord. 1 Chronicles 22:9 But you will have a son who will be a man of peace and rest, and I will give him rest from all his enemies on every side. His name will be Solomon, and I will grant Israel peace and quiet during his reign. What we call peace is often truce. We stop fighting until the opportune time to overwhelm our enemies. What God calls peace is the ceasing of fighting and a calm and refreshed spirit by the providence of God. Although he had peace, Solomon still rejected God’s love 1 Kings 11:4 As Solomon grew old, his wives turned his heart after other gods, and his heart was not fully devoted to the LORD his God, as the

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Next Defensive Driving Class The Black Forum defensive driving course will be on Saturday, February 11, 8:50 a.m.–3 p.m., Dreiser Center, rm. 1. Lower your liability insurance cost by 10% and remove up to 4 points from your driver’s license. Please make your check in the amount of $35, payable to “the Black Forum of Co-op City,” and mail to P.O. Box 563, Bronx, N.Y. 10475 at least 1½ weeks before the class, or you can walk in on the day of the class, but you must have $35 in cash to pay for the course. Please also bring your current driver’s license and a pen. Call (718) 320-8035. Trip To Sugarhouse Casino Come join the Black Forum at the Sugarhouse Casino in Philadelphia, Pa. on Sat., April 27; bus leaving from 3 sections – Dreiser Center, Asch Loop and Section 5. Casino rebate: TBA. Donation: $45. No refunds. Final payment due April 14. For more information 718-320-0033 or 917-209-5334. Thank you The Black Forum thanks everyone who participated and supported our trips last year Black Forum Aerobics and Zumba It’s time to get in shape, get healthy and feel healthy. Body by Andrea’s aerobics classes are held Mondays and Wednesdays, and Zumba on Thursday. Classes are in the Dreiser Aud., 7:30 p.m. To register, please call (718) 3208035. Nominal fee for each class. Food distribution sites On Thursdays, residents of Buildings 27, 28, 29, 32 and 33 must pick up food at the New Vision Church, 115 Einstein Loop, 11 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. Likewise, residents of Buildings 26, 30, 31, 34 and 35 must go to the Evangelical Church, 2350 Palmer Avenue, 11 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. on Thursdays to pick up food. Resident of all other buildings and townhouses can pick-up at Dreiser Center, room 20. For information, please call (718) 320-8035. Emergency Food Program We are open on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, 11 a.m. to 12:45 p.m., rm. 20 in Dreiser Center. Also, due to budget constraints and shortage of available food, you must live within zip code 10475 to participate in this program. You must also have your card with you and bring two clean plastic shopping bags. Please also have your current photo ID, such as a non- or driver’s license or any photo ID card with proof of address. You will then be issued a card in order to pick up food in the future. We Need You - Join Us Today Membership is $5 per year/person. Call (718) 320-8035 or write to Black Forum, P.O. Box 563, Bronx, NY 10475; email: coopcityblackforum@gmail.com or tonyshome10475@gmail.com. Help us keep independent community organizations alive in Co-op City. Everyone is encouraged to join. Call or visit us, room 20 in the Dreiser Community Center. —Tony Illis heart of David, his father, had been. Solomon truly never lived up to the name of Jedediah – because he let his heart be turned away from God. God sought to be Solomon’s friend, but Solomon had other interests. Although he was still loved by God – he did not love God as God loved him. You can choose to be like Solomon and have peace or you can be like Jedediah and have both peace and be loved by God. When you become like Jedediah you are pointed to Jesus Christ Matthew 3:17 And behold, a voice from heaven said, this is My Son, My Beloved, in Whom I delight! Open Door Ministries’ Therapeutic Mentoring/Counseling Program meets Mondays at 6:30 p.m. in Dreiser Loop, room 9. Sunday services are at 11 a.m. in the Bartow Community Center, room 28. You can contact Pastor Luis through opendoorministries.net or text 917-334-4407. Blessings in Christ. —Pastor Luis Ramos

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Greater Love Baptist Church

Newsong Church

“Therefore judge nothing before the time, until the Lord comes, who will both bring to light the hidden things of darkness and reveal the counsels of the hearts. Then each one's praise will come from God.” 1 Corinthians 4:5 Spiritual Food For Thought: Be attentive, and God will show you all that you must do. Do not underestimate His ability to break in on you and give you the wisdom and understanding necessary to deal with your current situation. God knows you. God knows your heart. He knows what is best for you, and will reveal His plans to you. Pay attention. Senior Pastor Boyce Landrum and Pastor Carol Landrum and the Greater Love family welcome you to worship with us on Sunday mornings at 11:30 a.m. – Morning prayer and meditation begins at 9:30 and Sunday Bible Study/School at 10 a.m. Worship at Greater Love Baptist Church means gathering with people of all ages and cultures to express our love for God our Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ our Savior. All things considered, the Holy Spirit reserves the right to have His way in our worship. Greater Love is conveniently located at 900 Co-op City Blvd. (Bldg. 2A), on the ground level, Bronx, N.Y. 10475; main entrance - red button. Free parking is available in Garage #1 on Darrow Place – parking passes will be validated at the church. Five Loaves & Two Fish Food Pantry: Donations of non-perishable items & toiletries are needed. Please bring donations to the church or call us to arrange a convenient drop off time. Due to restocking needs, the pantry will remain closed this month, but will reopen on the 4th Saturday in February. We apologize for the inconvenience. Afternoon Prayer Meetings: Will resume every Wednesday at 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. beginning February 8th. All welcome. Suggested Reading: Prayer that Changes Things by Lloyd Hilderbrand. Family Movie Night: Resumes every third Friday beginning February 17th at 7:00 p.m. The feature presentation for the upcoming family night will be Disney’s “Queen of Katwe.” Free popcorn & beverage. All welcome. SWAG (Spiritual Wisdom & Guidance)Youth Group: Meets the 1st, 2nd & 4th Friday from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Sessions include Bible study, training for service, and learning how to exercise gifts and talents to the glory of God. Hold the Date: The MOSAIC Women’s Ministry invite you to attend our next fellowship on Saturday, February 18th from 1 p.m. to 3:30. The topic is Domestic Violence… “Love Shouldn’t Hurt.” Details to follow. Weekly Schedule Church phone: 347-920-5607 Sunday Morning Prayer & Meditation: 9:30 a.m. Adult & Children Bible School: 10:00 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship: 11:30 a.m. Holy Communion – First Sunday Adult Bible Study/Discipleship Class: Tuesday evenings: 7:00 p.m. Deacon Training: Alternate Thursday Evenings at 7 p.m. Food Pantry: 4th Saturday, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Mosaic Women’s Ministry Mighty Men of God: Men’s Ministry Family Movie/Game Nite: 3rd Friday – 7 p.m. SWAG Youth Ministry: Friday Evenings at 7 p.m. Peace & blessings. —Pastor Carol Landrum

Put God First in Your Life – Part-4 Hey, Co-op City! What if I told you that 2017 can be the best year you’ve ever had, if you make it your best year spiritually? I’ve heard it said that the definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results. Why would you want to start off a new year doing the same old things, carrying the same old hurts and pains around with you like a backpack? It’s time to make a change, and here’s some free advice from Jesus Himself… Jesus said, “Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and live righteously, and he will give you everything you need (Matthew 6:33 NLT) How can you put God first this year? Learn how to pray! Prayer is more than just trying to sit still with your eyes closed, or to just repeat the same thing over and over again. Prayer for the follower of Jesus is our supernatural connection with the One True God! We only have this connection to God because of Jesus. God is holy, and we are not. Without Jesus, we’re separated from Him because of our sin. Jesus is our mediator, and when we ask Him to be our Lord and Savior, we become a child of the living God. We now have the privilege of approaching our God through prayer! So, what is prayer? Simply put, prayer is communion with God. It’s talking to Him like you would talk to your best friend. Through prayer we intimately know, love and worship God. It’s through prayer that we confess our sin to Him, and ask Him to forgive us. It’s through prayer that we begin to understand God’s purpose and plan for our lives. It’s through prayer that we have access to His power and authority to advance His kingdom! I don’t have enough space here to tell you all the benefits of prayer, however, I challenge you to simply begin to talk to God. Give Him the first part of your day. If you’re not a follower of Jesus, start by asking God to forgive you of your sins. Thank Him for sending His Son to be your Lord and Savior, so you can now have a relationship with Him! Make 2017 your best year ever by learning how to pray! We invite you on a journey to seek after God with us this Sunday at 11 a.m.! Our Worship Experience is located at 177 Dreiser Loop, Auditorium B. Our service starts at 11 a.m. Deaf interpretation is available during our adult worship experience. We have a well-staffed nursery and a children’s church called “Kidsong.” If you have any questions, you can contact us: Church office: 140 Alcott Place, Bldg.19. Office hours: Tuesday-Friday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Phone: 718-708-8385 For more information, visit our website: www.newsongchurchnyc.org; Email: info@newsongchurchnyc.org. Facebook: www.facebook.com/newsongchurchbx Twitter: @newsongchurchBX Instagram: @newsongchurchBX. Our Newsong family is here for you, stop by this Sunday and experience the difference! God bless you! —Pastor Mike Tolone

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Community Protestant Church

Co-op City Baptist Church

On behalf of our pastor, Reverend Dr. Calvin E. Owens, and our church family, welcome to Community Protestant Church, a church of love and understanding, located at 1659 East Gun Hill Road, Bronx, NY 10469; telephone: (718) 862-9172. Regular Church Schedule Sunday School — 9:00 a.m. Worship Service — 11:00 a.m. Communion Service — Every first and third Sundays Prayer Meeting and Bible Study – Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. The following programs are at the Church’s Annex: 2053 Asch Loop North (Co-op City) Morning Prayer Services – Tuesday, 6:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. 11:00 a.m. Neighborhood Bible Study – Thursday at 10:00 a.m. Extension of Prayer and Worship Service – Every first, second and third Fridays at 7:00 p.m. Sunday School at Community Protestant Church begins at 9 a.m. In Sunday School, in a nurturing Christian education environment, an opportunity is provided for children to learn about the Bible, to grow in grace, to show love and respect for one another and to live more abundant lives. Children attending Sunday School are served breakfast. We encourage you to bring your child, children or grandchildren to Sunday School and we look forward to seeing you. Other Scheduled Events All-Night Prayer Service at Community Protestant – All are welcome! Friday, January 27, 9:00 p.m. – Saturday, January 28, 7:00 a.m. – The Diaconate Ministry of Community Protestant Church invites you to come and celebrate the Goodness of God at our All-Night-Prayer Service. Come out and have one of the most spiritual experiences of your life as you fellowship with friends, family members and neighbors. This is a special worship experience, in which everyone participates in praying, singing, scripture reading, inspirational reading, praise music and testimony. Breakfast will be served at the end of the service. We request that you sign up in advance for an accurate count for food preparation. You may sign up after service on Sunday or by calling the church office, (718) 862-9172. We look forward to the fellowship! September 12–15 – The Missionary Ministry sponsors a trip to THE HOLY LAND EXPERIENCE IN ORLANDO, FLORIDA, the only entertainment park that celebrates the Biblical Word of the Christian faith. Package includes: Round trip airfare; round trip airport transportation from Bartow Ave. (Co-op City, Bronx); 4 days/3 nights hotel accommodation; 3 buffet breakfasts; 1 group dinner, 2 day admissions to the Holy Land Experience; Lunch-To-Go at the Holy Land Experience; transportation from the hotel to the Holy Land and Travel Insurance. $1,013 per person double occupancy; $961 per person triple; $1,253 single. $113 deposit was due December 3, 2016 (non-refundable a fter 5/17/17). For reservation and/or additional information, call (718) 671-0425 or (718) 3798514. The doors of Community Protestant Church are open to all to worship and fellowship with Christian believers of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. You are cordially invited to come in, join in and receive your blessing. —Evan G. Mitchell

Rev. Dr. Sheldon E. Williams and the Co-op City Baptist Church invite you to join us tomorrow at 8:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. for worship service. Sunday School for children and adults is held at 9:15 a.m. We invite you to worship, study, and pray with us. The Co-op City Baptist Church is located at 135 Einstein Loop, room 50. Our telephone number is 718-320-3774. Join us for a mid-week spiritual pick-up at our mid-week worship service which is held on Wednesdays at noon. Bible study is held on Wednesdays at 1:00 and 7:30 p.m. Bible study will also be held on Wednesday, February 1 at 5:00 p.m. Prayer Service is held on Fridays at noon and 7:30 p.m. The Hospitality Ministry will celebrate their 6th anniversary on Sunday, February 12 at the 11:00 a.m. service. The theme will be “Hospitality, A Duty of God’s People,” Hebrews13:2. The guest speaker will be Bishop Mary Freeman, Pastor of Emmanuel Church for All People, New York, NY. The First Lady’s Ministry will celebrate their 21st anniversary on Sunday, February 17 at the 11:00 a.m. service. The theme is “Grow in Grace” 2 Peter 3:18. The guest speaker will be Minister Johnnie Simmons, from Crossway Christian Church, Bronx, NY. The Scholarship Ministry will be going to the Museum of African American History and Culture for 2 days on April 10 and 11. The trip will include motor coach transportation, 1 breakfast and 2 all you can eat buffet dinners along with a guided tour of Washington, DC and stopping to visit the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. monument. A $100 non-refundable deposit is due on or before February 5 and final payment is due on or before March 5. The price for doubles is $280. For reservations or additional information, call 718-379-0541, 917-612-1245 or 718-320-3774. Save the Date!!! On March 12 to 20, 2018, the church will be going to the Holy Land Pilgrimage (Israel). Join us and worship sailing on the Sea of Galilee, be baptized in the Jordan River; share in communion in the Garden Tomb. All where Jesus walked!! For additional information, call the church at 718-320-3774. The Co-op City Baptist Church exists to glorify God and to establish a living community of people who follow the teachings of Jesus the Christ through worship, prayer, Bible study and fellowship. We seek to meet the spiritual and physical needs of the church through ministry. —Hattie L. Lucas

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St. Joseph’s Episcopal Anglican Church The congregation of St. Joseph’s cordially invites you and your family to worship in Co-op City at 155 Dreiser Loop, lower level. All are welcome. Weekly Schedule: Sunday service with Holy Communion and Sunday School are both at 9 a.m. Every 4th Sunday, our children participate in the reading of the lessons and every 5th Sunday, our young adults assist in the service. Choir rehearsal is on Thursdays at 7 p.m. The (ECW) Episcopal Church Women meet immediately after service on the first Sunday of each month. Membership is open to all women of the church. The men hold their meeting after service on the second Sunday of each month. We look forward to welcoming everyone to service at 9:00 a.m. on Sunday, January 22, when we will celebrate the Third Sunday after the Epiphany. Our Supply Priest, Father Simeon Johnson, will be the preacher and celebrant. Please remember to submit your Pledge Cards for 2017 as soon as possible. The General Meeting and election of new officers will be held immediately after service on Sunday, January 29. Outreach Program: We continue to collect non-perishable food for the feeding program at Grace Episcopal Church in West Farms. Please remember to donate. For additional information on all of the above, please call the church at 718320-0844, or visit our website: http://www.stjosephsepcbronx.org. “The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom then shall I fear? * the Lord is the strength of my life; of whom then shall I be afraid?” — Psalm: 27:1 —M. Chambers

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Mon., Jan. 23

Word Games: 9:30-11 a.m. Library: 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Weight Management: 10 a.m. Arthritis Exercises: 11 a.m.-noon Bingo: 1-2 p.m. Card Games: 2-4 p.m. Dominoes: 2:30 p.m.

Tues., Jan. 24

MENU Alternate Kosher Meals are also available

Word Games: 9:30-11:30 a.m. Walking Club: 10:30 a.m. Bingo: 12:30-2:00 p.m. Caregiver Support Group: 1:00 p.m., 1st & 3rd Tues Card Games: 2-4 p.m. Dominoes: 2:30 p.m.

Wed., Jan. 25

Dreiser Activities in Room 7 unless otherwise noted

Blood Pressure: Every 1st & 3rd Wed., 9-10 a.m. Games: 9:30-11:00 a.m. Stay Well Exercise: 10 - 11 a.m. Line Dancing: 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Bingo: 1-2 p.m. Card Games: 2-4 p.m. Dominoes: 2:30 p.m. Smartphone Class: Beginner – 12:30– 1:30 p.m.; Intermediate – 1:30–2:30 p.m., Bartow office

Thurs., Jan. 26

Einstein Activities in Room 49 unless otherwise noted

Library: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Word Games: 9:30-11:30 a.m. Chat Session: 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Bingo: 1- 2 p.m. Card Games: 2-4 p.m. Dominoes: 2:30 p.m.

Dominoes: 10 a.m., Rm. 45 Grandparent Connection: 1st Thursday, Rm. 35, 10:30 Arthritis Exercise: 11 a.m., Rm. 45 Spelling Bee: 11 a.m. Word Search: 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Karaoke by Steven: 1 p.m., Rm. 45

Fri., Jan. 27

Bartow Activities in Room 31 unless otherwise noted

Men’s Line Dancing: 9 -10 a.m. Word Games: 9:30-11:30 a.m. Women’s Line Dancing: 10-11:30 a.m. Chat Session: 10 a.m. Bingo: 1 -2 p.m. Piano Sing-along: 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Card Games: 2-4 p.m. Dominoes: 2:30 p.m.

Dominoes: 10 a.m., Rm. 45 Art: 10 a.m., Rm. 45 Bingo: 1 p.m. – 2 p.m. Card Games: 2-4 p.m. Pokeno: 2-4 p.m., Rm. 35 Blood Pressure: 2nd & 4th Friday, 10 a.m. -11:30 a.m., Rm. 45

Library: 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Dominoes: 10 a.m., Rm. 45 Line Dancing: 10-11 a.m., Rm. 45 Around The Lunch Table: 11:30 a.m. Word Search: 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Bingo: 1-3 p.m., Rm. 35 Diabetes Support Group, 2nd Monday: 1 p.m. Pokeno: 3-4 p.m.

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session: 9:30-10:30 a.m. Alert & Alive: 10:30-11:30 a.m. Cultural Dance: 10:30-11:30 a.m., Aud. B Mind Teasers: 12-1 p.m., Rm. 4 Zumba: 1-2 p.m., Aud. A Afternoon Movie: 1 p.m. w/popcorn

Dominoes: 10 a.m. Tai Chi: 11 a.m., Rm. 45 Matinee Movie: 10 a.m., Rm. 45 Karaoke by Steven: 1 p.m.-2 p.m., Room 45

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session: 9:30-10:30 a.m. Dominoes: 10 a.m., Rm. 45 Sewing: 9:30 -11:30 a.m. Tai Chi: 11 a.m.- 12 p.m. Spelling Bee: 10 a.m. Mind Teasers: 12-1 p.m., Rm. 4 Spanish Practice Class: 10:30 a.m., African Brazilian Dance: 1 p.m., Rm. 2 Computer Lab Art Class: 1-3 p.m. Yoga: 2-3 p.m., Rm. 2 Zumba: 11 a.m.-12 p.m., Rm. 45

Walk Group: 9:30 a.m., Rm. 40

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Crochet & Knitting: 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session: 9:30-10:30 a.m. Orange juice Stay Well Exercise: 10-11 a.m., Rm. 2 Stuffed cabbage w/ Color Your Stress Away: 11 a.m., Rm. 4 Mind Teasers: 12-1 p.m., Rm. 4 beef Mauzone, toasted Diabetes Support Group: 1 p.m. (Last Monbarley & onion day of the month) Green beans w/ Bereavement Counseling: 1 p.m., Rm. 13 Gentle Yoga: 1:15-2:00 p.m., Rm. 2 tomato, Fresh fruit Cell Phone & iPad Basics: 12:30-1:30 p.m. Alt: Chicken salad Intermediate Yoga: 2-3 p.m.

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session: 9:30-10:30 a.m. Blood Pressure 10-11:30 a.m., 1st & 3rd, Rm. 8 Line Dancing: 10-11 a.m., Aud. A Piano Sing Along: 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Mind Teasers: 12-1 p.m., Rm. 4 Drama Club: 1:30-4:00 p.m. Purple Life Trail Fitness Instruction: 1:00-2:00 p.m. Crochet & Knitting: 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session: 9:30-10 a.m., 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Meditative Moments: 11 a.m.-12 p.m., Rm. 8 Mind Teasers: 12-1 p.m., Rm. 4 Bingo: 1-3 p.m. Card Games, Dominoes: 2-4 p.m.

(Schedule subject to change without notice) Payments for trips @ the Bartow office can be made Monday – Friday: 9 a.m. – 12 p.m., & 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. only Funded by: The NYC Department for the Aging, The NYS Office for the Aging and Riverbay Corporation.

Apple juice Baked Asian style honey chicken Rice a Roni Sautéed zucchini Fresh fruit Alt: Egg salad

Non-Kosher Beef meatball Pasta Garden salad Mixed vegetables

Curry chicken Black beans & rice Cabbage w/shredded carrots

Orange pineapple juice Homemade turkey meatloaf w/low sodium Roast loin of pork mushroom gravy Brown rice Mashed potatoes Steamed kale Winter blend vegetables Whole wheat bread Canned pears Alt: Tuna salad Orange juice Breaded Tilapia fish filet, Brown rice Chicken teriyaki w/mushrooms Pasta Steamed carrots Steamed vegetables Fresh fruit Whole wheat bread Alt: Turkey salad Apple juice Roasted chicken Kasha Varnishkes Sautéed Fresh fruit Challah bread Alt: Gefilte fish

Baked fish w/vegetables Baked sweet potato Steamed spinach

Fee for lunch is $2.00 & $5.00 for guest

ALL meals served w/margarine and fresh milk *Menu subject to change without notice. Alternate Kosher Meals are also available Bartow Center (718) 320-2066, Ext. 2010 Dreiser Center (718) 320-1345 • Einstein Center (718) 671-5161

Upcoming Events/Trips JASA WELCOMES EVERYONE AGE 60 AND OLDER! Trip registration policy: No refunds for all trips. All trips include roundtrip transportation! All trips must be paid in advance – No exceptions! Payments can be made at all 3 centers. You can register for all trips starting the Monday after it has been published in the newspaper: JASA will not accept checks under $5. (FREE) LiveOn NY – SCRIE Application & SNAP (Food Stamps) Assistance – Friday, Jan. 27th, Feb. 10th & 24th, March 10th & 24th; 10 a.m.–3 p.m. First come, first served! JASA Main Office, 2049 Bartow Ave. St. Mary’s Recreation Center Pool – Wed., Jan. 25th & Fri., Jan. 27th; $3. Pool aerobics for seniors – 10 a.m.–12 p.m. Bartow - 8:30, Einstein 8:45 & Dreiser – 9 a.m. (14 seats available) we were just informed that there is a $25 yearly fee to use the facility. If you wish to become a member, please come into the JASA Bartow office and fill out an application and add your

name to the trip list. Membership is non-refundable. Queens Museum – World’s Fair Behind the Scenes Tour, Fri., Jan. 27th, $10. Tour starts at 1 p.m. Bartow – 10:45 a.m., Einstein – 11 a.m., Einstein – 11:15 a.m. Shoprite – Mon., Jan. 30th, $3. Bartow - 9:30 a.m., Einstein - 9:45 a.m. & Dreiser – 10 a.m. Tenement Museum Tour – Mon., Jan. 30th, $20. Tour starts at 10:30 in the gift shop. Bartow – 8:15 a.m., Dreiser - 8:30 a.m. & Einstein - 8:45 a.m. Tour ends 12 p.m. Driver will pick you up at 12:30 at the gift shop. Empire Casino – Tues., Jan. 31st, $5. Bartow - 9:30 a.m., Einstein - 9:45 a.m. & Dreiser – 10 a.m. (wait list). ACE in the Hole @ the Brownstone – Tribute to Ben E. King, soulful singer of ‘Stand By Me,’ Fri., Feb. 17th, $50. Show starts at 11:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Bartow – 9:15 a.m., Einstein – 9:30 a.m. & Dreiser – 9:45 a.m. Another bus has been added to go to Ace in Hole @ the Brownstone

– Tribute to Ben E. King, soulful singer of ‘Stand By Me.’ Same time, date, price. Pick-ups: Bartow – 9 a.m., Einstein - 9:15 a.m., Dreiser 9:30 a.m. ACE in the Hole @ Royal Manor, Garfield, NJ - $50. Family-style lunch served, 2 comp. drinks during Happy Hour “Tribute to Natalie Cole.” Also starring comedian Melvin George. Thurs., March 30th. Show starts 11:30 – 3:30 p.m. Pickups: Bartow – 9:15 a.m., Einstein – 9:30 a.m. & Dreiser – 9:45 a.m. National Museum of African American History & Culture, Washington, DC – Sat., April 8, $94. Deluxe Motor coach transportation. Breakfast included and all you can eat lunch buffet at Golden Corral. Pick-ups: Dreiser 7:15 a.m., Bartow - 7:30 a.m. & Einstein – 7:45 a.m. Depart destination: 5:30 p.m. CASH ONLY, No checks, No refunds. Payment deadline is Wed., March 1st. Be prepared for a lot of walking (wait list). National Museum of African

American History & Culture, Washington, DC – Wed., April 19, $85. Deluxe Motor coach transportation. Enjoy all you can eat lunch buffet at Golden Corral. Pick-ups: Dreiser 7:15 a.m., Bartow - 7:30 a.m. & Einstein – 7:45 a.m. Depart destination: 5:30 p.m. No refunds. Be prepared for a lot of walking. Payment deadline is Wed., March 1st (wait list). National Museum of African American History & Culture, Washington, DC – Tues., April 25, $85. Deluxe Motor coach transportation. Enjoy all-you-can-eat lunch buffet at Golden Corral. Pick-ups: Dreiser 7:15 a.m., Bartow - 7:30 p.m. & Einstein – 7:45 a.m. Depart destination: 5:30 p.m. No refunds. Be prepared for a lot of walking. Payment deadline is Wed., March 1st. Empire Casino – Mon., Feb. 6th, $5. Bartow - 9:30 a.m., Einstein - 9:45 a.m. & Dreiser – 10 a.m. Ridgehill – Thurs., Feb. 9th, $7. Bartow - 9:30 a.m., Einstein - 9:45 a.m. & Dreiser – 10 a.m.

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Scheduling Activities Calendar

AARP Chapter #4997 FYI: The January meeting offered an introduction to a preventative healthcare system. At the February meeting, there will be actual healthcare testing – EKG, blood pressure, Ultra-Sonogram. Please bring your medical insurance information to register for tests. Heartfelt condolences to Susie Polite on the loss of her father. Get-well wishes to all members “under the weather.” Please contact our Good & Welfare Coordinator, Frances Wilson, 718-671-5493, about any of our members we have not heard from or seen in a few months. We want them to know that they are in our thoughts and prayers. Also, if you have a family member who has passed, please contact Frances. 2017 Tour Activities NOTE: If you have travel suggestions, please contact our Tour Committee, Judith, 718-379-3370. March 17 – 24: 7-night Cruise to Cuba… SOLD OUT (wait-list available). Fly to Montego Bay, Jamaica; board Celestyal Cruise Ship to Santiago de Cuba; Havana, Mariola Gorde, Cienfuigo. Roundtrip airfare, tours, food, drinks, taxes and port fees all included. Contact Judith, 718-379-3370. July 7 - 9: Washington, DC trip planned. Flyers & additional information will be available at the February meeting. —Delores Debnam

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Goose Island Seniors Happy birthday and happy anniversary to all our members who celebrate their day in the month of January: Joan Brown, Phyliss Grossman, Edythe Rosenberg, Estelle Lebowitz, Saul Weber, Ernestine Heyliger, Sylvia Greenbaum, Toby Landa Audrey Muncey, Linda Drax-Werner. Our hearts are saddened by the passing of Bess Rosenberg. She was such a wonderful person always ready to help you. She will be greatly missed. Bingo – Wednesday, January 25, at 1:30 p.m., with Stephen Roberts, in our clubroom 39. Members only. Admission is $1.25 for 3 cards and $3 for 12 games. Extra cards are 25¢ each. Win $4 to $7 each game and the full card is $15. Refreshments and snacks will be served. There will be Bingo on Sunday, January 29, weather permitting. If any doubt, please call office: 718-379-9613 or Mary: 718-3794899. We still have items from our Garage Sale for a very good price. Come and browse around. We are open Monday–Thursday from 10:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. To all members: It is time to pay your yearly dues. $15 per year. See Ann, Mary or Stephen. Our Lounge – Come sit and relax, read or rent a book from our large library, play cards every Tuesday and Thursday from 12:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Play Bingo every Wednesday and last Sunday of each

month for only $15 per year. Also, come with us on wonderful trips. Trips for 2017 “Mamma Mia” – Wednesday, June 7th at Westchester Broadway Theatre, Elmsford, NY. Come and enjoy a day with a delicious lunch and a terrific show. You will have a wonderful time. Price is $79 includes a show, luncheon, and transportation with Craig, a very safe driver. A small deposit will hold your seat for the theatre. You can pay a little at a time so by June you’ll be all paid up. See Ann, Mary or Stephen. “Come Blow Your Horn” – Thursday, October 12 at the Hunterdon Hills Playhouse, N.J. It’s a very funny play by Neil Simon. Also you will enjoy a scrumptious lunch and all the desserts you can eat; they are delicious. Price is $79 for show, lunch and transportation. Movie will be shown on the bus on the way home. A deposit will hold your reservation. See Ann, Mary or Stephen. Note: To contact us, call Goose Island Seniors at 718-379-9613 or visit us Monday–Thursday, 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., at 135 Einstein Loop, rm. 39. You can also call Mary at 718-379-4899 and she will return your call. Leave a message and your phone number. Feel free to call Stephen 347-847-1ˆ941. Good health to all. —Mary Pilla

We are going to the Sands Casino on Tuesday, Valentine’s Day, February 14. Cost per person is $35, casino bonus $20 slot play and $5 for food. Time of pick-up is 8 a.m., starting at Einstein Loop, followed by Asch Loop and Dreiser Loop. Arrangements have been made at the Hunterdon Hills Playhouse, April 26, for the luncheon show of the hilarious comedy, “Born Yesterday” which was a huge hit of a film starring Judy Holiday. The cost per person is $79 which can be paid off by April 1st. A small deposit of $5 or more will hold your reservation. You will be issued receipts for your deposits. For all of the above trips, please call Lydia at 718-671-3005 or Annie Eutsey at 718-320-1874 for dues and a memorial card. As always, remember to give a call to the homebound and those in nursing homes. Your calls will cheer them up and they will know they are always in your thoughts and prayers. Good health and healings are wished to all. —Lydia Ruas

Be careful and ask to see Employee ID If you are having work done in your apartment, shareholders – especially those who are elderly and/or who live alone – are reminded that all personal items should be secured in a safe location. This is for your own peace of mind, as well as the protection of the Riverbay workers/ contractors coming into your home. Riverbay employees wear identification badges and so do the various Riverbay-approved contractors seeking access to your home. Ask to see identification before allowing anyone to enter your apartment. If you are unsure, you should contact your local CSO at (718) 320-3300 (follow prompts), or Public Safety at (718) 671-3050.

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Reflections by Rabbi Solomon I. Berl Spiritual Leader of Young Israel Synagogue If you were to analyze the contents of your meals this weekend, you would find that the ingredients came from a dozen or more countries in the world. Look at your garment carefully, your suit or your dress. Think for a moment of all who had a share in making it. The wool was shorn, the cotton was grown, the chemicals were blended by many unknown hands. The designer, the factory, the transportation system, the clothing store and the tailor, all of them had a share in your garment. Where would you be right this moment without your doctor and your dentist, your post office and your bank, your library and your community organizations, your school, your synagogue and your church? Our world is one vast network of mutuality. We are deeply beholden to one another and committed to one another. If only we had the wisdom to understand this truth and fully accept it, we would lead happier and healthier lives. We would be also willing to assume our rightful responsibilities.

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 candlelighting 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) 6712300 and leave your name, phone number and a brief message on the synagogue’s answering machine and your call will be returned as soon as possible.

Pentecostal Tabernacle The Pentecostal Tabernacle invites everyone to Worship Service every Sunday morning at 100 Co-op City Blvd, Bronx, N.Y. 10475. Services for this week are as follows: Sunday School for all age groups begins at 10:30 a.m. Mid-day Service will be from 11:45 a.m.-2 p.m. Prayer and fasting service will be held every Wednesday morning at 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. Bible study and prayer meeting will also be held Wednesday evening starting at 7:30 p.m. Youth service every Friday evening at 7:30 p.m. Focus: The End Time, we are moving toward a grand finale. Therefore, be ye also ready: for in an hour as ye think not the son of man cometh. (Matthew 24:44) Then shall the kingdom of heaven be like unto ten virgins, which took their lamps, and went forth to meet the bridegroom.And five of them were wise and five were foolish. They that were foolish took their lamps and took no oil with them, but the wise took oil in their vessels with their lamps. While the bridegroom tarried, they all slumbered and slept. And at midnight there was a cry made, behold, the bridegroom cometh; go ye out to meet him. Then all those virgins arose and trimmed their lamps. And the foolish said unto the wise, give us of your oil, for our lamps are gone out. But the wise answered, saying, not so; lest there be not enough for us and you, but go ye rather to them that sell, and buy for yourselves. And while they went the bridegroom came; and they that were ready went in with him to the marriage and the door was shut.Afterward came also the other virgins, saying, Lord, open to us, but he answered and said, verily I say unto you I know you not. Watch therefore, for ye know neither the day nor the hour wherein the son of man cometh. (Matthew 25:1-13) The son of man will soon return in an hour that we think not. We must give ourselves to prayer and patiently studying the word of God, and be prepared for His return. Whenever, anyone decides to go on a journey, he or she will check their car to see if there is enough gas to take them to their destination. Therefore, it is important that we keep our heart right with God with oil in our vessels, and do not be like the five foolish virgins. Noah had spent many years building the ark, and he knew that the season for divine judgment was near, but he did not know the exact day. The same apply to us in this time, we have seen signs and wonders, strange things are happening all around us, but we do not know the day and time of Christ return. Therefore, let us maintain a sweet fellowship with God and prepared for the coming of our Lord and savior. For further information, call (718) 324-0334 or 717-320-4218. —Rev. R. Sibblies

Traditional Synagogue of Co-op City The Traditional Synagogue is located in Section 5, 120 Erdman Place in the rear lobby of Building 27B. Phone #: 718-379-6920 Note: Office hours are Thursday and Sunday from noon to 2 p.m. If no one is in the office, leave a message and we will get back as soon as possible. SHABBAT ends today, January 21, at 5:49 p.m. Candle Lighting for Friday, January 27, at 4:50 p.m. The Synagogue has Services Saturday morning at 9 a.m. After Services, we always have a kiddush. We need a few Jewish men, if you can give 2 hours Saturday between 10 a.m. and noon, we need your help to make a minyan. Sometimes, we are short one or two men. Everybody, please try your best to come to services during the winter months. The Synagogue now has a Facebook page. Look under Facebook Traditional Synagogue. Good & Welfare: We sell tree certificates, in honor or memory of a loved one. The cost is only $15 per tree. Mazel Tov to all having Simchas. If you’re ill, wishing you a speedy recovery. Wishing everyone having a birthday or anniversary a very special day. Keep The Date Open: Sunday, March 12th, we will celebrate the Purim Holiday. The Rabbi will read the Book of Esther (The Megilla), followed by a Purim party, luncheon and a mini bingo. The cost is only $20. For a reservation, send a check to the Traditional Synagogue, 120 Erdman Place, Lobby, Bronx, New York, 10475; attention: Marilyn. More information to follow. Men’s Club: The next Men’s Club trip will be Sunday, March 19, to the Tropicana Casino in Atlantic City. See Men’s Club in this paper for information. Your support of the Traditional Synagogue, and Men’s Club is greatly appreciated. Wishing all our members and friends peace, good health, happy and successful 2017. —Gary Schwartz

Men’s Club Traditional Synagogue Try your luck with the Men’s Club Our first trip of the year is Sunday, March 19th to the Tropicana Casino in Atlantic City. The cost of the trip is $35 per person. You will receive $25 slot play. Also enjoy the boardwalk, visit the outlet stores and the other casinos. Payment for the trip is due by Friday, March 17th. Everyone in the community can attend our trips. You need a Tropicana Casino Card, or government picture ID, passport, non or driver’s license to receive the bonus. If you don’t have a Tropicana card, with proper ID, the casino will issue you a card. On the bus, we’ll provide a drink, snack, play bingo, and a 50/50 raffle. On the way home, we’ll show a movie. We keep you entertained, and the ride goes fast. The bus stops and returns to all three shopping centers. We leave Einstein Loop at 8:00 a.m. by the supermarket, Asch Loop by the back of the library at 8:15 a.m., and Dreiser Loop at 8:25 a.m. by the hardware store. We will return to Co-op City around 8:30 p.m. depending on the traffic. For reservations, call Gary at 718-671-8424 or Bruce, 718-320-2234. Please make out check or money order to Men’s Club Traditional Synagogue, 120 Erdman Place, Lobby, Building 27B, Bronx, New York 10475. Hope to see you on the trip. Wishing everyone peace and good health. —Gary Schwartz

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Church of the New Vision

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Pastor Kenneth Hodge and the congregation of Church of the New Vision extend a warm and friendly invitation to join us for worship service every Sunday at 8:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. We are a church where inspirational messages from the Word of God, the Bible, is delivered. The church is designed to meet the spiritual need of our community by offering anointed singing and preaching in an atmosphere of Christian love and friendly hospitality. All are welcome. We also invite our community’s youths on Sunday morning for Youth Church and Sunday School which are designed to meet the special needs of our young people. Parents, please send your children to learn of the Lord Jesus Christ. Join us to learn from the Word of God. Prayer service takes place on Wednesday evening, 7:00-8:00 p.m., followed by Bible teachings, 8:00-9:00 p.m., Teachings will resume on January 25. Midday Bible Study held every Tuesday at 12 p.m. will resume on January 24. Saturday, February 18 – Men’s Fellowship Breakfast, 9:00 a.m. Saturday, February 25—The Journey from Generation to Generation Women’s Conference, 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Donation $20. Though life grants us plenty of roadblocks, we can trust in God to bring us through. Join the Women of New Vision as we encourage one another through workshops and discussions. Lunch will be served. For further information, please contact Sister Loretta Scott at 718-671-2623 Save the Date! Please join us on our trip to Orlando, Florida, July 17th to July 20th, going to The Holyland Experience and Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom via a non-stop Delta flight and 3-night accommodations at the Holiday Inn Resort, Lake Buena Vista. Prices for adults range from $740 to $855 per person depending on your package choice. Youths stay free at the resort through age 19 with double adult occupancy. Youths, $400-$500, prices include air and park ticket. Payment plan is available. Final payment is due May 7th. For additional information, please contact the church at 718-671-8746, Sister Sadie James at 718-652-8943, or Sister Hermena Smith, travel agent, at 718-7085035. Transportation will be provided to and from the airport for an additional $35 per person, leaving from the church at 5:00 a.m. Church of the New Vision is located at 115 Einstein Loop, Bronx, NY 10475. Telephone: 718-671-8746 or 203-374-3020. Mailing address: P.O. Box 753037, Bronx, NY 10475. Visit our Facebook page: Church of the New Vision, concerning upcoming events and trips or call the church. —Carol Haque

120 DeKruif Place (street level). Praise and Worship begins at 9:30 a.m. Church telephone: (347) 346-5790. Email: fatwcc@aol.com. Weekly Worship Experiences: Tuesday Prayer Service, 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study, 6:30 p.m. Sunday Morning Worship, 9:30 a.m. Teen Church, 10:00 a.m., 2nd Sundays; Children’s Church, 3rd Sundays (K-3); Older Children’s Church, 4th Sundays (4th-7th). Church Motto: “We are Christ-centered, family-focused with power and authority.” Church Mission: To empower, educate and motivate men, women, boys and girls to reach their full potential and live abundant lives through preaching and teaching the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Come worship with us, where we honor tradition, but are not bound by it! All are welcome to join us any and every Sunday because our goal is to share the Gospel of Jesus Christ, in LOVE, through teaching and preaching the Word of God from the Bible. Bible Study is under way and we’re excited! Join us for a Mid-Day Study, 12 p.m. to 1 p.m., as well as our regular 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Night Bible Study. Please join us as we journey through the book of Revelation. Human Trafficking Workshop: In partnership with the Bronx District Attorney’s Office, we are hosting a Human Trafficking Awareness Workshop, January 26, from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. We strongly encourage parents and children to attend. A special call to Middle School parents and children. On January 15, we hosted a Moveon.org civic engagement meeting in advance of the new Presidential administration and common concerns around some of the proposed policies. In particular, HUD Secretary and how it will affect our community, what repealing the ACA will mean to many, and environmental concerns. Considering the weather, the turn-out was good. We invite all concerned neighbors to the next scheduled meeting on January 29, at 12:30 p.m. All are welcome! Lite refreshments will be served. Remember, it’s never about us, but always about the goodness of the Lord. —Pastor Deborah D. Jenkins

Circle of Christ Church The Circle of Christ Church family extends a warm welcome to you and your family and invites you to come and worship with us at 147 Dreiser Loop, patio level (located in the Dreiser Community Center). La familia de la Iglesia Circulo de Cristo les extiende una cálida invitación a usted y su familia para que vengan a alabar a Dios junto con nosotros. Nos encontramos en el 147 de Dreiser Loop, al nivel del patio (localizado en el centro Comunal de Dreiser). We are a multicultural church that embraces God’s love for all. Family unity is very important to us. We have a wonderful children ministry focused on learning God’s word. Our youth ministry is very active and dynamic. The youth are involved in music, retreats, concerts, debates, conferences, drama and counseling, among many other activities. Somos una Iglesia multicultural que recibe y da del amor the Dios para todos. La unidad de la familia es muy importante para nosotros. Tenemos un ministerio para los jóvenes que es muy dinámico. Los jóvenes disfrutan de música, retiros, conciertos, debates, conferencias, dramas, consejería, y mucho mas. We also have a food pantry for those in need in our community. Our phone number is 347-945-1992. In case there is no one in the office, please feel free to leave a message, we will call you back. Suplimos comida a aquellos en nuestra comunidad que lo necesitan. Nuestro teléfono es 347-945-1992 de no haber nadie en la oficina sientancen libres de dejar un mensaje, le devolveremos su llamada . Thought for the week Yet, O Lord, you are our Father;

we are the clay, and you are our potter; we are all the work of your hand. Isaiah 64:8 If we surrender our lives to you, o Lord, and we allow you to mold us as the clay in the hands of the potter, we would be able to accomplish the ministry you have told us to do. Complete surrender means less of you and more of Christ in our life. Reflexion para la semana Pero ahora, oh Jehovah, tú eres nuestro Padre. Nosotros somos el barro, y tú eres nuestro alfarero; todos nosotros somos la obra de tus manos. Isaias 64:8 Si rendimos nuestras vidas a ti Señor y permitimos que nos moldees podremos lograr lo que tu nos as llamado hacer en nuestro caminar contigo. English services Wednesday, 7:00 to 9:00 p.m., Prayer & Bible Study. Friday, 7:00 to 9:00 p.m., Youth Night Sunday, 11:00 a.m., Worship and the Word Children Church, 5 years old to 12 years old Little lamb nursery. Tuesday and Thursday, 9:00 a.m., Prayer and the Word Thursday, 5:00 p.m., Boys and Girls Club Horario de Servicios en Español Domingo, 9:00 a 10:30 a.m., Alabanzas y Predicación Jueves, 12:00 p.m., Oración y Estudio Bíblico Special Events/ Eventos Especiales Couples Fellowship at 12:00 a.m. All are welcome. —Rev. Sam Colon

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Be sure to buckle your seatbelt, obey speed limits and avoid distractions when driving. Texting while driving carries a minimum fine of $150, plus 5 points added to your license. Texting while driving has proven to be one of the leading causes of accidents in this country. Be sure all drivers in your family are aware of this law. According to the National Safety Council, more than 100,000 accidents per year involve a driver who was texting. Young adults and teens are the most susceptible to getting in an accident due to texting, yet they continue to do so. Seventy-five percent of teens state texting while driving is common among their friends as per the National Safety Council. Texting & Driving can change your life in an instant. No text is worth the risk. Take a pledge with your family members â&#x20AC;&#x201C; TEXTING & DRIVING - IT CAN WAIT at www.itcanwait.com. Never drive if you have been drinking; never drink if you will be driving. Penalties for Drunk Driving are severe and can be very costly. SCHOOL IS OPEN, drive carefully; never pass a stopped school bus from either side of the street with its red lights flashing or its STOP sign out. Children are a precious resource, we must keep them safe. Always remember, if you see something, say something. Call 9-1-1 and the Department of Public Safety at (718) 671-3050 or online at www.ccpd.us. Callers may remain anonymous when giving information. The Co-op City Department of Public Safety would like to thank all persons who have called in suspicious activity. It is by your actions that the crime rate remains low and a high quality of life is maintained.

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