Co-op City Times 08/27/16

Co-op City’s official newspaper serving the world’s largest cooperative community. Š Copyright 2016 Co-op City Times

Vol. 51 No. 35

Saturday, August 27, 2016

FBI and Public Safety detectives uncover stash of weapons and marijuana inside Co-op City home

BY BILL STUTTIG

Agents from the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), working with detectives from Co-op City’s Department of Public Safety (CCPD), executed a search warrant on a Co-op City apartment earlier this month and discovered a troubling stash of weapons and ammunition, along with a safe full of marijuana.

A spokesman for the CCPD Detectives Unit said that members of the Co-op City Detectives Squad assisted the FBI is executing the warrant against the occupants of a home in Building 21B on Bellamy Loop on Wednesday, August 17th.

After gaining access to the home, the agents conducted a search of the location and uncovered a large stash of marijuana stuffed inside a safe inside the apartment and several weapons, including automatic assault weapons.

According to Public Safety, the list of weapons recovered includes a .32 caliber handgun, a sawed off shotgun, a tec-9 and an AK-478. The raid also uncovered varying types of ammunition.

At the time of the warrant execution, a member of the detective squad said that a female shareholder was

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Summer interns thanked and encouraged to continue to make Co-op City proud

BY BILL STUTTIG

present in the home, but was not believed to be the owner of the illegal weapons found. Later that evening, a man, said to be the boyfriend of the woman, turned himself in and was placed under arrest without incident. He faces charges related to the illegal possession of the many weapons and the large amount of marijuana found and also charges related to a previous incident, Public Safety said.

Public Safety said that the detective squad was involved in the investigation into the activities allegedly emanating from this Co-op City home. “The FBI contacted the Detectives Squad due to its ongoing investigation of this individual. Then a joint operation was conducted with surveillance review of our cameras and other CCPD resources to complete this investigation,� a spokesman explained.

Chief Frank Apollo, commander of CCPD, said: “I commend the Detective Squad for working closely with the FBI and providing them with additional insight where necessary. This is just another example of how Public Safety works closely with outside agencies to successfully remove dangerous individuals from the streets of our community, in turn maintaining the safety of our residents and visitors.�

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Public Safety patrols create visibility on the ground and above

BY JIM ROBERTS Protecting the safety of Co-op City’s 50,000 residents over 330 acres, 35 high-rise buildings, seven townhouse clusters, eight parking garages and three shopping centers with a Public Safety Department of 14 supervisors and 89 sworn officers is a daily challenge.

Officers “on the beat� make their presence felt, providing a level of comfort and availability for anyone who needs assistance. The tactics and strategies that deploy other officers to targeted sites on patrol, and as required, include two types of action that also supply visibility – “post conditions� and “vertical patrols.� “Visibility is always a question when policing is brought up in discussion,� said Captain James Keappock of the Co-op City Public Safety Department. “In addition to routine patrol on the streets, we conduct internal checks of the buildings and garages. When conducting patrols within one of our high-rise buildings, we use several types of procedures to accomplish this.�

When Public Safety receives a call about a specific floor, the department (Continued on page 4)

Approximately 50 young Co-op City residents – both high school and college students – who spent the summer working full time in the community in various capacities and developing real-life work place skills – were thanked for their hard work by Riverbay leaders on Thursday and encouraged to continue their hard work in the future to make themselves and their community proud.

The farewell reception for the young residents was held in the Bartow Community Center just days before many of the young students were scheduled to go back to school, some to colleges and some back to high school. Students—including the program’s high school students, who do not return to school until the week after Labor Day—will be in their jobs until the end of this coming week.

The 50 Co-op City students were chosen for the internships via a random lottery held in early June.

One hundred seventy-four student residents submitted applications for the internship program. The students, selected randomly, worked full time for more than 2 months, learning how to work consistently well each day as they function as a (Continued on page 2)

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Children at the Section 5 Fun Day on August 20, enjoyed feeding the animals at the petting zoo! See page 3 for more photos.

Photo by Brandon Ortiz

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Interns key member of a team with a goal of serving and improving the quality of life of more than fifty-thousand residents.

Students worked in many departments including several who were assigned to the Grounds Department to work at maintaining and beautifying the community while others were given assignments related to their college major. For example, an engineering student was assigned to the Power Plant, and a journalism student was assigned to the newspaper, writing stories, taking photos and working with the rest of the staff at ironing out the countless minor details involved in producing a newspaper each week.

“It was a very informative summer,” said Xavier Gonzalez of Section 4, who worked in the Power Plant. “One of the main things I received was the exposure to the environment of the corporation overall and specifically the operation of a major power plant. I attended a lot of meetings and got to see how the management of a power plant works.”

Keisha Watkin of Section 1, who worked with the Community Relations Department, said: “The summer was definitely fun. It was nice going out to all the events especially seeing people’s reaction to the events. I learned that Co-op City is very interesting and I learned that it is a lot of work and you can’t sit down; you have to be on your feet all the time to make sure that everything is fine for the evening.”

Riverbay’s Human Resources Director Inelle Cooper addressed the young interns first saying “I hope you guys had a very rewarding and educational experience.

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Some of you learned what you are going to do forever and some of you learned what you are never going to do again. But you learned, and that is the bottom line.”

She added later on in the program “I truly hope that you learned good lessons and you learned them well.

You have received very good life skills lessons here. Now make sure that you use them to brand yourself well.”

Quoting what Board Director Junius Williams shared at a prior meeting, Inelle reminded the students to “be proud of your brand and be careful of what you put on social media; make sure that it is something that you can be proud of.”

Riverbay General Manager Noel Ellison addressed the group and recalled what it was like to be their age more than 40 years ago when his ambition at the time was to join others in taking over the government and run it according to their own principles. “But if you take over a country or a corporation – if you will – you need to make sure that you know how to lead people and make people do the work that needs to be done in order to make the nation a great nation; for that I went to school. And I studied hard because I was told that my first job, if we were to have a revolution, was to be smart and to study.

“No matter what job you plan to do, you need to get that education and be able to use it,” he added. “As you see, I never fought a revolution, but I do know how to run a corporation.”

Mr. Ellison shared with the students that the most important lesson he

learned when he was in his earlier 20s was from a martial arts instructor who told him, “In the beginning of your lessons, you will hate your teacher, but in the end you will love your teacher.”

He further explained that this means that in the beginning of life, you will hate the hard work that has to be done in order for you to succeed, but later on, you will learn to love what had to be done because you know then that success would not have been possible without it.

Relating it to the interns experience in Co-op City this summer, Mr. Ellison said, “You had to learn and sometimes we had to be a little hard on you but we wanted you to succeed and basically we took a liking to you overall.”

He added while explaining the overall value of the internship program to Co-op City, “Our belief is that if we, as a corporation, are going to contribute to this community, then we have to make sure that the young people in this community have the opportunity to get experience and be prepared.” He added that Co-op City is unique in its ability to do just that just because of the large variety of functions required each day to make the community run well and therefore offer experience to young people in whatever of those plethora of functions they might be suited for or be interested in.

“In your case, we want you to come

back here periodically and let us know how you are doing because we are here for you,” Mr. Ellison concluded. “This is a lifetime commitment to you from us if you are willing to accept our friendship. This is not the end of a relationship, but the beginning of a relationship and we are proud of the work that you have done.”

Board Director Junius Williams offered the young people some additional practical advice including making sure that they learn to save for their future and recommended that by saving at least $20 from each paycheck per week for the rest of their lives, they could have a substantial savings at the time they chose to retire. He engaged the students in an exercise to see how many of them could recall his earlier lesson from a prior interns’ meeting asking who could recall the main two points that he made. While some students recalled various things that were shared, one student was able to recite the specific points. This intern was rewarded with a crisp $20 bill. Director Williams encouraged the young man to continue to save, starting with “this 20.”

Director Williams further stated to the young people, “The earlier you prepare, the better the preparations will be and the more you apply those preparations, the better your prospects and outcomes will be and you will be in control of your destiny.”

DR. LEWIS WOLSTEIN Podiatrist — Foot Specialist

Safe driving in Co-op City Co-op City motorists are reminded that the speed limit was reduced citywide to 25 mph from 30 mph last November as part of the Mayor’s Vision Zero Action Plan to ensure the safety of pedestrians, especially children and the elderly, on all city roadways, and the city is aggressively enforcing the new speed limit with the installation of speed enforcement cameras at 140 locations throughout the city, in particular, in school zones.

The previous speed limit on city streets – 30 mph – remains in effect on all roadways where another limit is not posted. In addition, some streets, especially those near to schools, may have an even lower speed limit so drivers must pay close attention to the posted speed limit signs and be aware of the lower speed limit on all city streets.

The city’s Department of Transportation has informed the public that it does not post signs or announce the location of speed cameras enforcing school zones because it is illegal to speed anywhere within the City of New York and posting the locations of the cameras reduces their effectiveness as a deterrent to speeding.

The cameras, however, do not photograph every vehicle passing through the school speed zone, only those that are travelling at 10 mph above the speed limit within the speed zone on: • School days during school hours and one hour before and one hour after the school day • Any period during school activities at the school and up to 30 minutes immediately before and up to 30 minutes immediately after such school activities Since school hours and student activities may vary from school to school, the DOT says it contacts each school before beginning speed camera enforcement within that school speed zone.

Speed enforcement cameras are reviewed by trained Dot technicians to ensure accuracy and only in cases where it is evident that the vehicle in question was travelling at 10 mph above the speed limit in the school zone will the owner of the vehicle receive a Notice of Liability (NOL) in the mail.

In addition to reducing the speed limit, the city has also installed more speed enforcement cameras in the continuing effort to slow drivers down to a safe speed and protect New Yorkers from injury and loss of life. A pedestrian struck by a vehicle travelling at 30 mph is twice as likely to be killed as a pedestrian struck by a vehicle travelling at 25 mph.

• Practicing in Co-op City since 1975 • Board Certified in Foot Surgery • ALL conditions of the foot treated • We

accept most health insurance plans

• Participating in the Medicare Diabetic Shoe Program • Evening and Saturday appointments

Dr. Lewis Wolstein

Call:

“Se Habla Español”

718.671.7226 100 DeKruif Place

Building 8 • Ground Floor Section 1 • Co-op City • Bronx, NY 10475

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Section 5 Fun Day featured community comradery amidst a variety of activities

Combing Co-op City Find out what’s going on in Co-op City here...

Truman to host open house programs for eighth graders Harry S Truman High School will open its doors to prospective students on three separate dates in the Fall 2016 semester. The dates and times are: October 29: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., November 9: 5 to 8 p.m., and November 19: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more information, visit facebook.com/trumanhs

NCNW Back to School Supply Drive NCNW Members will be collecting school supplies which will be donated to students at a local shelter, as well as selected students in need in the selected Co-op City schools. Donations of backpacks, pens, pencils, sharpeners, notebooks, loose leaf paper, binders, folders, crayons, glue sticks and rulers will be appreciated. Donated items can be dropped off at Dreiser, room 14 today, Saturday, August 27, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Tuesday, August 31, from 1-4 p.m. For further information, please call (917) 399-2643.

Annual Community Fair coming in Sept.

The annual Co-op City Community Fair has been scheduled to take place on Saturday, Sept. 10 from noon until 6 p.m. on the Section 5 Greenway.

There will be vendors selling a variety of items, food and drinks, games, prizes and much more. Come on down and join the fun. This is a family-oriented event planned for your enjoyment by the Riverbay Fund.

Vendor applications can be picked up in the Riverbay administrative office, 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475. For further information, please contact the Riverbay Community Relations Dept. at 718-320-3300, x3500.

Next CB #10 meeting The next CB #10 meeting will be held on Thursday, September 15 at 7:30 p.m. at Ft. Schuyler House, 3077 Cross Bronx Expressway, Bronx, NY 10465. For further information, please contact CB 10 at (718) 892-1161.

Whether you wanted to pet a horse, win a race, paint a face or just chow down on some delicious hot dogs, the Section 5 Annual Family Fun Day had something for you.

Despite threatening skies and some humid weather, hundreds of Section 5 residents, under the leadership of the Section 5 Association and the community’s various building associations came together with the assistance of Riverbay, to stage an afternoonlong event offering a wide variety of talent and resources all brought together in the name of fun and togetherness.

Activities included facing painting for children, a petting zoo filled with a wide variety of animals for the children, races run by the Velocity Track Club, a wide array of line dancers led by the Bartow Swingers and Ellie and the Marvelous Minors, a wide array of singing talent, including the Young Voices of the Section 5 Teen Center and, of course, a delicious barbecue and free refreshing cold treats. Free health services, including a mammography van, were also available along with paper shredding services courtesy of the office of City Comptroller Scott Stringer.

Photos by Brandon Ortiz

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Patrols

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checks the area first. If an officer confirms that activity is present, he or she will then create a “Post Condition” that isolates the ongoing patrols to the specific floor or floors where the complaint is said to be occurring.

Under certain circumstances, based on the specifics of the complaint and the reliability of the information, post conditions can be established immediately upon receipt of the initial phone call, Captain Keappock said.

If the complaint of ongoing problems at the site is occurring at certain times, the Public Safety Department will assign the post condition to that tour shift – the 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., the 4 p.m. to midnight, or the midnight to 8 a.m.

If the complaint is not specific regarding time, the condition will be assigned to all three tours to quickly narrow the time frame down. Post Con-

ditions can vary from five to 20 days depending on the nature of the complaint. Post conditions are not exclusive to the residential buildings; they are very often conducted around the building, under porticos, in the malls, inside the community centers and many other locations outside of the buildings.

Unlike the post conditions, verticals/ sweeps are conducted frequently to allow Public Safety to see what is going on in many of the buildings in the community. Certain buildings within the community are swept more often because of known activities that are reported to be taking place there. Other buildings are randomly selected and sweeps are conducted there.

Many of these types of checks involve the officers entering onto the building roof at night to check for persons loitering or sleeping in certain

rooms on the roof. When found, these individuals are arrested and charged with Criminal Trespass.

Oftentimes, officers see stairwell lights out, graffiti painted on the wall and evidence of loitering (cigarette butts, small plastic bags consistent with controlled substances.) Certain stains and odors that require follow-up by Maintenance for cleaning are sometimes found and reported. Public Safety will establish the post condition and conduct checks to apprehend violators if these activities are observed on a regular basis.

Because the Public Safety Department’s officers can’t be everywhere at all times, there will be occasions when the constant visibility the department aims for isn’t possible.

“Many times, people in the community mention that they don’t see officers,” Captain Keappock said. “While we

understand their concern, one must understand that if we are sending teams of officers into certain buildings within the five sections of the community, this will affect the visibility of that particular tour for however long it takes to finish these sweeps or post conditions.”

Residents can play their part in keeping Co-op City safe by always informing Public Safety when they observe illegal activity.

“When members of the community hear or observe unlawful activity, they should call Public Safety immediately so we can respond and possibly apprehend the violators,” Captain Keappock said. “Many times, people in the community call other individuals to report these violations. The problem that this creates is a delay in the response time for Public Safety to adequately investigate the call.”

IMCR offers free mediation services to Co-op City residents

BY ROZAAN BOONE The Institute for Mediation and Conflict Resolution (IMCR) offers its services free of charge to the residents of Co-op City every week day and also on Saturdays with day time and evening availability.

IMCR established the first Community Dispute Resolution Center in New York City in 1975 to examine whether certain cases of a criminal nature could be more effectively handled and resolved by diverting them from the normal court litigation process to local panels of community volunteer mediators who include attorneys and professionals with experience in alternative dispute settings.

“Even the best of neighbors may at times have disputes,” said Michael Munns, Senior Attorney, Riverbay Legal Department. “When you can’t resolve those problems yourself, IMCR offers free mediation service. In most cases, the IMCR mediator is able to guide the parties to a satisfactory solution, even though I should point out that the mediator has no authority to order any person to do anything that they do not want to do. Cooperators are, however, fortunate that IMCR Mediation Service is available free on-site every week for those who would like to utilize the service. It’s one of the best kept secrets of Co-op City.”

IMCR facilitates resolution of minor criminal allegations and civil disputes which are typically referred by the police, the DA’s office, and other local agencies.

Here at Riverbay, CSO personnel also refer cooperators to the center for resolution of neighbor-to-neighbor disputes, family peers and consumer disputes.

IMCR also handles conflicts in several other areas, for instance, aggravated assault, aggravated harassment, animal complaint, assault, breach of contract, burglary, visitation, criminal mischief, criminal trespass, harassment, housing dispute, menacing, petit larceny, theft of services, and many others.

In addition, the center offers sessions on truancy, falling behind in school, communicating with a substitute, distribution of household chores, running away, early sexual activity, inappropriate friends and curfew negotiations, as well as discussing

parental fears.

Titus Rich, Jr., Director of Mediation at IMCR, said: “Quite often when people have conflicts, they may not be comfortable talking to each other, but when they come to mediation, they will oftentimes open up and say things that if they did normally, they would probably end up in a fight about. In mediation when they are clear about their thoughts, they are able to express those thoughts and that gives the other party the opportunity to know what and how the other is thinking.”

Rich explained there are no judges or lawyers at the mediation sessions, only the IMCR assigned mediator and the parties involved sitting down in a safe, neutral place which makes it a bit easier for them to open up and express their thoughts and feelings. This is especially important for children, he said, who, in the neutral setting of mediation, may feel comfortable enough to openly express to their parents, grandparents or any other person, what they do not feel they can say when they are home.

Rich added that IMCR is currently involved with a lot of youth related disputes to help curb youth violence all across the Bronx.

In addition to parties being referred to IMCR’s services, IMCR also reaches out to parties who may have been referred to the agency as possibly needing their conflict resolution services.

According to Rich, IMCR has approximately 1,010 mediators on call on a consistent basis. They act as impartial “referees” during the mediation sessions, and all information and conversations are confidential.

Resolution can result in no agreement, or verbal or written agreement, which both parties sign and agree to although the mediators cannot demand that an agreement is signed since this is a voluntary process.

Whatever the outcome, IMCR reports the status of the session to Riverbay’s Legal Department although nothing discussed inside of the session is divulged.

IMCR’s mission is to promote peaceful human relations by offering mediation and conflict resolution services and training in

non-violent principles and skills which empower individuals to respond constructively to conflict.

The mediator assigned to Co-op City is Nurys Laureano. In addition to referrals from CSO, Laureano is available by appointment for mediation in Co-op City Mondays through Saturdays, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Accommodations can also be made for sessions after 5 p.m. at IMCR’s headquarters at 384 East 149th Street, Suite 330, Bronx, NY 10455. Additionally, ses-

sions can also be scheduled at Mercy College, Bronx campus at 1200 Waters Place, between the hours of 6-9 p.m. week days.

To schedule an appointment with Laureano, she can be reached at (718) 585-1190 or by email at Yoerlinj@imcr.org.

“We believe this is a very good tool that anybody can use to deal with everyday issues when conflict arises,” said Rich. “It is a way for people to resolve outstanding issues so they can go back to their normal lives.”

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

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

Most Union and Insurance Plans Accepted.

HIP CMO (Montefiore) Health Plan Accepted.

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

Se Habla Español MEDICARE ACCEPTED • HOUSE CALLS BY APPOINTMENT

Diabetic Patients with Medicare may be eligible for shoes.

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Jazzmeia Horn

It’s

HAPPENING in Co-op City!

Intern Farewell Party Fifty young Co-op City residents who worked as interns at Riverbay this summer were given a farewell reception Wednesday afternoon. The youth worked throughout the community maintaining grounds, helping in the offices, running events, and writing newspaper stories and taking photos. Human Resources Director Inelle Cooper moderated the reception which featured words of advice and encouragement from General Manager Noel Ellison and Board Director Junius Williams. Ellison said, “Our belief is that if we, as a corporation, are going to contribute to this community, then we have to make sure that the young people in this community have the opportunity to get experience and be prepared.” He added, “We want you to come back here periodically and let us know how you are doing because we are here for you. This is a lifetime commitment to you from us if you are willing to accept our friendship. This is not the end of a relationship but the beginning of a relationship and we are proud of the work that you have done.”

Photos by Bill Stuttig

The crowd was thrilled once again as Riverbay Fund’s August 23rd Tunes on Tuesdays featured the acclaimed Jazzmeia Horn.

Photos by Keisha Watkin

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Letters to the Editor

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

• –the•authenticity – • – •of–the•– • – Anonymous •– – •Letters – • cannot – • –exceed • – 350 •–words.

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

Shred Needs More Cred To the Editor: With internet hacking and identity theft on the rise, it seems timely for Riverbay to start a regular paper shredding service, whether by renting a shredding service's truck to come for several hours every 3 months or other time interval that demand warrants.

Alternatively, perhaps Riverbay could retrofit one of its garbage trucks as a shredder.

At the city's last “Shredfest” in Peartree Mall a few months ago, there was a very long line of people queued up all around a large lot waiting a very long time in very hot weather to get to a

very slow shredder. It was clearly inadequate.

Scott Stringer's service is excellent, but it only comes once a year. By reducing the staff's burden, it could possibly pay for itself or even also earn some money.

—Sally Kya-Hill

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

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

Rozaan Boone Editor-in-Chief

Bill Stuttig Associate Editor

Jim Roberts Business Manager

Jennifer Piovanetti Operations Manager

Ralph Henriquez

Riverbay Labor Day Closing Monday, Sept. 5 and Co-op City Times Deadline Notice

Production Manager

In observance of the Labor Day holiday, Riverbay’s administrative offices will be closed on Monday, September 5th. Because of the holiday shortened work week, Directors’ viewpoints and community organizations’ articles must be received by 9 a.m. on Tuesday, September 6th.

Material submitted after that time will not be considered for publication in the Saturday, September 10, 2016 issues of the Co-op City Times.

Material for publication may be emailed to cctimes @riverbaycorp.com; faxed to (718) 320-2595 or slipped under the office door at 2049 Bartow Avenue, Rm. 21.

Although the administrative offices will be closed on Monday, Sept. 5, shareholders may contact Riverbay at (718) 320-3300 and follow the prompts for emergency maintenance, and the Co-op City Public Safety Department at (718) 671-3050, and 9-1-1 with emergencies.

We wish our readers a happy and safe Labor Day.

Reminder to Shareholders - Carrying charge box hours Shareholders are reminded that the rent boxes open on the morning of the first business day of the month and close at midnight on the 10th of the month, which is the last day to pay your carrying charges before a late fee is accessed.

If the 10th of the month falls on a weekend or holiday, the rent boxes remain open through the next business day.

—Riverbay Management

Avoiding scams Shareholders are reminded that you are not individually responsible for maintaining or protecting the water main lines or the heating system in Co-op City, whether you live in a high rise building or a townhouse.

Some shareholders have reported receiving letters from various companies about purchasing insurance to protect against the exorbitant costs of repairing and maintaining the underground pipe lines or their buildings’ heating system. These facilities are maintained by Riverbay Corporation, not by individual shareholders and it is therefore not necessary to purchase such insurance.

—Riverbay Management

Debs Place & Dreiser Loop bus stop closed temporarily The MTA bus stop at the corner of Dreiser Loop and Debs Place alongside the shopping center will be closed until Sept. 16 for repairs to the sidewalk and curb, and reconstruction of the parapet of an adjacent building.

During construction, shareholders should use the bus stop in front of garage #2 at Dreiser Loop and Co-op City Blvd. or Dreiser Loop in front of the nail salon. The bus routes affected are Bx23, Bx30 and Bx38.

Thank you for your patience and cooperation.

Important Notice to Shareholders of Building 26 Article SIXTH of your Occupancy Agreement provides, in part, that your lease automatically renews for an additional three (3) year period. You need to do nothing if you want your lease to extend for another three (3) year period.

If you will be moving out at the end of your lease, notify Riverbay, in writing, Attention: Sales Support Office, 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475, ninety (90) days prior to lease expiration.

Building 26

Current Lease Expiration Date

New 3 yr.

Expiration Date

Building 26 2400, 2420, 2440 Hunter Avenue

Nov. 30, 2016

Nov. 30, 2019

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

Writers will be limited to one letter per topic.

Anonymous or unsigned letters will not be accepted for publication.

Letters cannot exceed 350 words. Ideally, they should be typed. All letters must be in the Co-op City Times office in Room 21, Bartow Community Center, by 3 p.m. every Monday to be considered for publication in that week’s edition. Views and opinions expressed in letters and Directors’ Viewpoint are solely the writer’s, and not necessarily shared by the Co-op City Times or Riverbay Corp.

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

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

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

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

If the Co-op City Times Was Not Delivered: Call 347-439-5632 on Saturdays ONLY, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

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Public Safety Report

Co-op City Department of Public Safety offers safety tips for college students BY LIEUTENANT PAM APOLLO

As back to school time approaches, it is important for students going off to college to be sure they are as safe away from home as they are at home. The United States Senate, the House of Representatives and most states recognize September as Campus Safety Month.

Campus and off-campus living presents a set of hazards for young adults. By being aware of the hazards and taking steps to protect against them, students can be safe while attending college. As we approach the end of August, some students are still packing up while some are on their way to orientation this weekend.

Make certain that the student has a plan of action, including at least two different exit routes wherever they are. About one quarter of all university housing fires occur in September and October so it is best to start off the school year prepared to avoid a problem.

All residents of the dwelling should be aware of the plan. A portable smoke and carbon dioxide detector which plugs into an outlet is a good item to bring along to college. Purchasing and learning how and when to use a fire extinguisher is a good idea especially if cooking facilities exist. Never try to extinguish a large fire, it is always best to leave and call 9-1-1.

From January of 2000 to the present, there have been over 90 fatal fires that have occurred on a college campus, in fraternities or sororities or in off-campus housing within 3-miles of the campus. College related fires have claimed a total of 170 victims since 2000. During the school year 2014-2015, there were a total of 4 campusrelated fires with deaths. This is the same as the previous year which was a part of a decreasing pattern which, with the exception of two years ago, seems to be the trend. This number needs to be zero each and every year. This can be achieved with education and prevention.

This past year, all of the deaths occurred in off campus housing. Historically, 87% of campus fire deaths occur in off campus housing. Residence hall, sororities and fraternities were also affected. Lack of automatic fire sprinklers and missing or disabled smoke alarms were factors which contributed to some of the fatalities.

Careless disposal of smoking materials and impaired judgment from alcohol consumption or drug use were also to blame in some fires.

College students are known to be on a limited budget, but make sure whatever housing your student selects has a working smoke and carbon monoxide detector.

These can readily be purchased at any large retailer or hardware store. Many come with lifetime batteries and can last for up to 10 years with no battery changes required. Be sure to include a smoke detector on your “Back to College” shopping list.

More information about campus fire safety can be obtained on the Campus Firewatch website at www.campus-firewatch.com. Campus Firewatch is a national newsletter focusing on campus fire safety issues.

They have been a leader in raising awareness of the importance of fire safety at our nation’s campuses. Campus Firewatch has also been the catalyst for numerous projects and efforts over the years. Campus Firewatch believes that a student with fire safety knowledge can change the outcome of an otherwise fatal fire.

Additional resources have been made available by a $497,000 grant by the Department of Homeland Security. This money has been used to put on fire safety education pamphlets, as well as a website www.igot2kno.org. This website has valuable information and videos especially designed for young adults.

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Public Safety Blotter • Aug. 15 – Aug. 22, 2016 August 15 - R/O 920 Co-op City Blvd.: Three males were issued summonses and Community Complaints for Public Consumption and urinating in public.

August 17 - 120 Casals Place: One male was arrested for possession of marijuana. He was transported for further possessing and was issued a Universal Summons and a Community Complaint.

August 21 - 620 Baychester Ave.: One male was arrested for Criminal Trespass. He was transported to

Central Booking for further possessing.

August 21 - 99 Bellamy Loop: One male was arrested for Criminal Trespass. He was transported to central booking for further possessing.

August 22 - 120 Bellamy Loop: One male was arrested for Public Consumption. A warrant check was conducted and the defendant has an outstanding warrant.

He was issued a Universal Summons and a Community Complaint. He was transported to Queens County to be returned on his warrant.

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 There are no contract opportunities to list this week. Please check again next week.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

(More Opportunities on page 30)

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Director’s Viewpoint

Linda Berk

First Vice President Douglas Elliman While our relationship with Douglas Elliman is still fresh and the jury is still out, I can say that I see the potential for improvements. Most of the problems at Riverbay are systemic and will not be able to change overnight. Therefore, I am watching for indicators that the ship has begun to turn and headed in the right direction. As it is, the corporate culture at Riverbay, in my professional opinion, is apathetic, mostly a paper process lacking a sense of urgency (inherent when everything requires paper moved from one desk to the next to get a task completed). When you have not updated or modified the systems of an enterprise with the passing of time and the evolution of technology, there tends to be complacency. Staff tends to lose excitement and can become bored, consumed with monotonous routines and hence, mediocracy. Notwithstanding good intentions, a complacent and sluggish work environment can drain the best from any employee. Changing the corporate culture I know is one of DE’s priorities.

Recently, I read somewhere that I was determined to see that DE fails at managing Riverbay; how ridiculous and so very far from the truth. I have written and spoken to my fellow Board directors and the community to give this management a chance to get to know Riverbay and to work with them for the betterment of our community. Bob Klehammer and Douglas Elliman have the support of the entire Board. We now have fresh, experienced eyes, the support of their back office of talent as a brain trust along with our Board and Riverbay staff. While I give DE my wholehearted support to get their job done, I will not roll over and just completely ignore my responsibility of oversight. As long as I am a Riverbay Board director, I will never turn over the reins

Progress Report of this corporation to an outside management company or individual manager. This is my home; this is our community and as Board directors, we have an oversight job to do!

I am happy to say that DE is working well with Riverbay’s Internal Auditor, a refreshing change from our previous management. The corporation had been without an internal auditor for over seven years and there was no rush to put one in place. Internal auditors evaluate internal controls, policies, processes and mechanisms to ensure that the corporation is efficient and compliant with regulatory principles, industry standards and corporate guidelines. If management and the internal auditor are not working together, or management is blocking the auditor from records and staff, this is a problem. However, that is not the case at Riverbay Corporation now; our internal audit department has unfettered access! I believe we can look forward to many recommendations to improve each department, saving time, money and labor while improving services and budgetary concerns. An internal auditor is an invaluable tool of the Board and a great resource for management.

The Little Engine That Could I would like to take this opportunity to say that I am very proud of the community organization that supported my candidacy for the Board of Directors, the Coalition to Save Affordable Housing (CTSAH). If it were not for this organization, we would still have MSI managing Riverbay. Gone with our old management is also the threat of privatization. Those who supported MSI or were promoting privatization have vilified CTSAH over the years. However, this little organization never gave up and never stopped working to protect our community as the largest affordable housing complex in the country. CTSAH is responsible for many good things in this community. Out of its membership grew the formation of the Coalition to Support Barak Obama for President. In 2008 and 2012, we organized individuals to put boots on the ground for his campaign in Pennsylvania and New York and sponsored two trips to

Scouting For Volunteers!

Section One Association of Co-op City is sponsoring a search for volunteers to man our food & beverage, an information desk, registration for games desk, an assistant for Trivial Jeopardy desk, etc.

We are sure we can find a position for you!

DATE: September 17, 2016 EVENT: Section One Family Fun Day Fair CONTACT: Lee Rivers, 718-862-9017 Shirley Holliday, 646-361-0382 Diane Windley, 347-275-7565 Shahidah Shakoor, 646-875-3256, Arts & Crafts CALL ASAP AS POSITIONS GO QUICKLY!!

Washington, DC for President Obama’s two inaugurations. CTSAH was the motivation to form the Coalition to Fight MTA Cuts to retain our bus services and this organization has sponsored free concerts of the Bronx Symphony Orchestra here at Co-op City, as a community and cultural program for the past five years. While CTSAH has not won every battle it has taken on, I can attest to the commitment and love for the community the membership has for Co-op City. If you ever would like to know more about what this organization does, please come to one of the monthly meetings. Look for their announcements every month on building bulletin boards and remember that general membership meetings are held the second Monday of each month in room 28 in the Bartow Center at 7:30 p.m. Everyone is welcome!

Disability EXPO Is Coming There is a sub-committee of the Disabilities and Accommodations Committee (DAAC) that has worked diligently throughout the summer to coordinate and plan the second annual Disability EXPO, while most Riverbay committees have taken a summer hiatus. Committee members have worked alongside the creators and co-sponsors, the Seventh-Day Adventist Church Co-op City. Church leaders and DAAC members are dotting the “I”s and crossing the “T”s to make sure we have a very successful expo on Sunday, October 2, 2016.

This is so critical because it is the only disability expo held within the City of New York. DAAC and the Seventh-Day Adventist Church Co-op City are very proud of this accomplishment and plan to make this year’s event bigger and better than last year’s. However, there will be more information and articles coming out over the next two months. So, please look out and share this information with your neighbors, family and friends. Together, we can build a community that meets the needs of everyone who lives in Co-op City.

I continue to be interested in your thoughts and ideas.

You may reach be at Riverbay Board of Directors, 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475 or Lberk@riverbayboard.com.

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More than 100 shareholders, mostly Section 5 residents, came to the Einstein Community Center last Friday, August 21, to express their concerns or just say thanks to the officers of the Department of Public Safety who patrol this community each day around the clock. Chief Frank Apollo, Captain James Keappock, Lieutenant Pam Apollo and numerous patrol officers assigned to the Section 5 community were on hand to talk with residents over coffee and a donut. Assemblyman Mike Benedetto also stopped by to listen to shareholders’ concerns and lend his support to the Public Safety officers and supervisors. Similar events will be held at Co-op City’s other community centers in the very near future.

Photos by Bill Stuttig

What shareholders need to know about noise complaints Shareholders experiencing undue and/or incessant noise coming from a neighboring apartment or home, are advised to call Public Safety, (718) 671-3050.

After the call is received and the location is noted, officers will be dispatched to the home of the shareholder calling in the complaint. When they arrive at the home of that shareholder, they must be allowed to enter the home of the shareholder to confirm that there is noise from a neighboring home that is loud enough to be considered a violation of Co-op City regulations designed to ensure each home’s quality of life.

After the investigating officers confirm the noise and determine it to be loud enough to be considered a violation, then a community complaint will be issued against the shareholder of record of the offending home.

The fine for the first offense is $25 and doubles for each fine thereafter.

If the investigating officers determine that the noise is non-existent or not loud enough to be considered a substantial disturbance of the peace in that home, the shareholder will still have the option of signing an affidavit which will officially file a noise complaint in his or her name against the shareholder of record in the alleged offending home and that alleged offending shareholder will then have the right to appeal.

The Learning Source Center is returning to PS 178 and will be conducting

Registration for the After-School Program for ages 5 - 12

September 2nd 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Registration will be ongoing.

177 Dreiser Loop, Room 15 Director, Laverne Stevens

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Recognition of Riverbay Board Presidents

Director’s Viewpoint

Francine Reva Jones Secretary Serving as a Board Director can be quite challenging. There are many responsibilities, including establishing policies, reading and analyzing the various documents, as well as chairing and/or co-chairing one or more of the committees. A Board President’s responsibility is even greater. He or she has the responsibility of giving guidance and direction as well. Even though I did not agree with the positions taken by all of the past presidents, after serving as a Board director for seven years, I clearly see what an awesome responsibility it is for them.

It is for that reason that I proposed a resolution in appreciation of their diligent dedication to our community. The resolution simply states that Management shall hang photographs of them somewhere in Co-op City with a notation of the years that they served. Our current president has produced enormous improvements for the betterment of all shareholders. Although some Board directors have expressed their opposition to this proposal, I trust that others will see its validity and vote for its approval. In keeping with the position of preserving Co-op City’s history, a photograph of the presidents would be a small token of the community’s gratitude for their volunteer service. Whether you liked them or not, photos of all the U.S. Presidents hang in the White House.

Coffee with a Cop Leading up to this gathering in Room 45 of the Einstein Community Center was very welcoming. There were blue balloons on the staircase as well as at the round tables that were set up for cooperators to talk with a cop over coffee and donuts. I arrived late, but was fortunate to be able to speak with one of the officers, and I informed him that I felt safer with CCPD officers because of the good training that they receive, as opposed to what is provided to the NYPD. We also discussed the recent killings of Black folks by cops

and he agreed with me that some of those killings were unjustified and that reform and re-training are necessary. It was my understanding that the CCPD intends to hold Coffee with a Cop again, but at a later time when working people would be able to attend.

Protecting our hall floors Recently, one of my neighbors complained to me that the restoration workers failed to use floor coverings when moving carts and supplies to and from the elevators. This cooperator took photos of the floors to show me how soiled and ugly they had become. I forwarded the photos to Riverbay Management and they responded that something would be done to prevent it from happening again. This neighbor further expressed how hard the porters of Building 20A work in order to maintain the floors in a clean and appealing condition. Moving forward, I trust that all the restoration workers and contractors will lay hallway floor coverings before they begin working in any of the Co-op City apartments.

Parking Garage Thanks to the Riverbay Parking and Storage Director, Danielle O’Connor for writing the report on the changes in the Validation Program for Visitor/Transient Parking and Parking Passes. The shareholders now have a clear understanding of what occurred.

This piece appeared on page 1 of the August 20th edition of the Co-op City Times.

Fun Day Although threatening clouds loomed overhead, everyone enjoyed themselves at the Section Five Fun Day last Saturday. We arrived just as the competitive races ended and the winners received prizes. Many ate popcorn and cotton candy and there was a long line of children waiting to get colorful “tattoos.” We were fortunate to be able to see the lady Bartow Swingers that entertained us with two dances. And then the gentlemen Bartow Swingers danced as well. They line danced with smooth elegance and they were wonderful.

Institute For Youth The final lesson for the children of the AfricanAmerican Association Summer Day Camp was on the topic of “The Kemetic Origin of the Universe.” In brief, they learned of the four elements, including SHU

(male): Air; TEFNUT (female): Water; GEB (male): Earth; NUT (female): Sky. Also, AUSAR (Osiris): taught people how to live in peace; AUSET (Isis) Ausar’s wife: mother to all, loyal, devoted; SET: anger, greed, selfish, warlike; NEBT-HET (Nephthys) - Set’s wife: Joyful, sweet, friendly; HERU (Horus) – Son of Ausar and Auset: Leader that makes wise decisions.

These are called the Neteru of Creation. The children received the lesson outline with illustrations to take home with them. Thanks to Dr. Kaba Kamene, the curriculum writer; Brother Shem e em hotep, instructor; Sister Kaisa Severe, teacher; the camp directors, assistants and counselors for their participation.

Primary Day September 13th is Primary Day and all cooperators who are eligible to vote should do so.

Mark your calendar and remember to vote for NY State Senator. This is an important election for our community. Remind your neighbors and go together to vote. If you are not a registered voter, there is still time to register for the general election on November 8, 2016, which will be the U.S. Presidential Election.

Whether or not you like the candidates, your vote is important. It shows that you care and your community will get better services when your community is a voting community.

Community Relations Committee I will chair the Community Relations Committee again this year. If you would like to serve on this committee, please contact me at: Francine Jones, Board of Directors, Riverbay Corporation, 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475 or call 718-320-3300, Ext. 3352.

Contact Me What are your thoughts on recognizing the Riverbay Board Presidents with a photograph of them to hang in a designated location in our community? Call me at 718-671-5957. The First Reading of my Resolution #16-56 appears on page 21 of the August 20th edition of the Co-op City Times.

Enjoy the remainder of the summer. Remember to drink extra water. Be cool and be safe.

Church of the New Vision

Be an informed cooperator — Pick up and read your Co-op City Times Residents are reminded that the Co-op City Times is the official newspaper of the Riverbay Corporation. It is the vehicle through which your Board of Directors and management, and the state supervisory agency, the New York State Division of Homes and Community Renewal (HCR), communicate with you, the shareholder.

The Co-op City Times is distributed each Saturday to each townhouse door, at the elevators in the high rise buildings, and in the three (3) community centers.

It is very important that you pick up and read your Co-op City Times to make sure you are informed about what is going on in the community, and more importantly, what your Board and management are doing to ensure efficient delivery of services to you, and the proper upkeep of the development.

When you are informed, you can be prepared to discuss issues that are pertinent to you and your household at the community meetings held by the Board of Directors.

The Co-op City Times can also be read online at www.issuu.com/cctimes.

Thank you for your attention and cooperation.

Pastor Kenneth Hodge and the congregation of the Church of the New Vision extend a warm and friendly invitation to everyone to worship with us every Sunday at 8:00 a.m. or 11:00 a.m.

We are a church where inspirational messages from the Word of God, the Bible, are delivered every Sunday morning.

The church is designed to meet the spiritual needs of our community by offering anointed singing and preaching, and a general atmosphere of Christian love and friendly hospitality.

We also invite the youth of our community to attend our Sunday morning services, which are designed to meet the special needs of our young people. Parents, please send your children to learn of the Lord Jesus.

Prayer Service takes place every Wednesday evening from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. followed by Bible Teaching from 8:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Be with us to

learn the truth from the word of God. Upcoming Events The Pastor’s Aide and Choir will celebrate their Anniversary together on Saturday, September 17 at 4 p.m. Please come out and support them. The guest speaker will be Overseer Pastor Josie Smith from the Gospel of St. Luke Church. Light refreshements will be served.

Our Annual Building Fund Banquet will be celebrated on Saturday, November 5th, from 1 to 5 p.m. at the Seashore Restaurant on City Island. Tickets are: Adults, $60; Children 12 and under, $25.

For tickets you may contact the church at 718-671-8746.

Church of the New Vision is located at 115 Einstein Loop, Bronx, NY 10475; Telephone #: 718-671-8746. Our mailing address is: Church of the New Vision, P.O. Box 753037, Bronx. NY 10475. Please visit our website at www.churchofnew —Carole Haque vision.com.

Happy Anniversary!

Jimmy S. and Estelle (Dungy/Dungie), long-time residents of Co-op City, married on July 31, 1966 in White Plains, New York.

They celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on July 31, 2016, enjoying a relaxing getaway to Halifax, Nova Scotia and St. John, Newfoundland. Congratulation greetings were sent to them by their children and grandchildren – Kyle, Aaryn, Zachary and Kim, and a host of family and friends. Many wishes of more happy years together.

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A Great Fun Day in Section 5-Co-op City

Director’s Viewpoint

the coolest MC for the entire day, Building 35; and Evelyn English, Townhouse. Several of the presidents spent countless hours planning, seeking donations, having tshirts made, etc. to make the Section 5 Family Fun Day a resounding success. It is their leadership that is motivating youth to become invaluable members of society.

The building presidents and volunVolunteers, you know who you are, THANK YOU teers of Section 5, after several planning meeting, hosted for giving of your free time to pay it forward for YOUR a very successful Family Fun Day for ALL to enjoy on COMMUNITY! No event can be successful without Saturday, August 20, 2016. We made sure our youth as volunteers. well as adults had something fun to do. We ate, danced, Voices of Those Paying Carrying Charges listened to music; the children played games and visited Some of the issues this Director has been asked to our own petting zoo. They lined up for face painting and pay attention to and follow-up with are: the awesome creative design balloon man and fresh 1. The delay in cooperators getting their security deposit popcorn. Each year our Section 5 Master Barber, Kenny, back when they move. Also, explore getting rid of the polshares his animals for all to enjoy. It’s amazing to observe icy that requires payment of carrying charges until your the expression of our youngest children as they comvacated apartment is sold. What is happening is that a fammunicate with live animals. Tables with information ily who purchases a home out of state for example, has to were available as well as giveaways. A table of free pay mortgage as well as carrying charges to Riverbay Corschool supplies was available. Several students won poration until Riverbay sells their apartment. book bags loaded with essential school supplies via the 2. A cooperator has observed that there is no Public raffle. Some cooperators enjoyed sitting in chairs and on Safety presence behind the building in Section 5 after 10 benches observing all the activities and the perfect sump.m. It was suggested that individuals have been engagmer breeze. ing in illegal activity and they are getting away with it. The Our Section 5 basketball team played hard and skillcooperator mentioned that we pay well and deserve more fully to beat their competition, the Co-op City Public presence after 10 p.m. in Section 5. To be monitored.

Safety youngest officers. The young athletes appeared 3. There are no building signs in the back of the buildhappy and engaged throughout the day. We kept our chilings in Section 5 and Board Member Marie Smith has dren so busy they had no time to get into any trouble. made the request to correct this. For example, if help is needed behind a building there is no way to identity the Winston Dinkins, one of the best and most dedicated building due to lack of signage. track coaches/mentor for athletes anywhere, is to be 4. Cooperators have not been invited to join the difcommended for organizing the track competition for ferent Board Committees since the past election. Howages 4 and under and 5 and above. ever, meetings are being held facilitated by the same A special thanks to the leadership and commitment chairmen. to community service of Section Five Association Pres5. A cooperator is concerned that we are sacrificing our ident, Robert Hedgepeth, Building 31 and other buildquality of life by allowing families and individuals to ing presidents who sponsored and supported this fabumove in who cannot and do not have the funds to pay. If lous fun day. They are: Patty Cipolaro, Building 26; the waiting list is over 3,000, why is this happening? This Thalia Roach, Building 27; Brenda Gladden, Building 28; Marie Stanford, Building 29; Linda Werner, Build- “Middle Income Housing” is disappearing all over the state. ing 30; Eleanor Bailey, Building 32; Pat Bonaparte, It appears that it’s the “haves and have not’s.” The Board Building 33; Pauline Warren, Building 34; Bill Gordon, is requested to preserve “Middle Income Housing.”

Evelyn Turner

Board Meeting This Director supported approving funds to complete the “support platform” for the new high pressure boiler.

Cooperators deserve and are paying for the comfort of heat and hot water without interruptions. We are paying/paid tremendous consultant fees to supplement the knowledge base of the power plant directors/board. The issue of the “platform” was, to my knowledge, never discussed by the power plant consultant or board prior to bringing in a 150 ton piece of equipment. At this point, in my opinion, we must give our new top Executive General Manager Mr. Klehammer and Utility Assets Director, Anthony Ligato, our utmost support and respect. After all, he did not create this $600,000 oversight. Moving forward and in the future we should be able to export power to Con Edison without having to shut down our laundry rooms. Additionally, it’s OK for cooperators to send a note of appreciation to our two new top executives. We have on many occasions shown our appreciation for our General Manager Noel Ellison who now has a Team Player from Douglas Elliman Property Management so desperately needed. The new combined skill set will, in my opinion, move us forward.

Lawmakers State elected officials have been asked to limit reimbursement of travel spending. It has been reported that New York State lawmakers collected $3.2 million in expenses in 2015. Each lawmaker gets $172 a day whether they spend it or not. Ranking first last year was Assemblyman Gary Pretlow, D-Mount Vernon who billed $91,000. Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie billed $89,000 the record shows. The lawmakers’ base pay is $79,500, plus stipends for leadership positions. The Executive Director of Common Cause is asking that we revisit how per diem are allocated.

Save The Date Co-op City 5th Annual College, Career & Resource Fair! Saturday, October 1, 2016! This will be the BEST ONE EVER! Contact me anytime at: evelyntinez@aol.com or 917-324-1033 or eturner@riverbayboard.com.

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Broun Place Townhouse Association From Broun Place Townhouse Association: Friday we attended “Coffee with a Cop.” It was a great community event and it was open to the whole community. Mainly Section 5 neighbors attended. On my mind is the monitoring of the Bartow parking lot and things that would bring Public Safety in closer proximity with our youth. We look forward to more events like this.

This week JASA gave us a wonderful seminar on the history of the Bronx. It was pretty great too, because it highlighted the development of the Bronx including how many types of cluster housing that were and still are part of the Bronx. Historical highlights included events during this century as well as significant events from the revolution and pre-revolution.

Just as a reminder, Riverbay does not accept cash for items purchased from CSO, like towel racks and convector filters.You must come with a check. Further, if your new towel rack is longer then the towel space it can be cut to specification in Dreiser. That is what was told to a neighbor.

Adam Tanaka, a Harvard graduate student is looking for cooperators to interview for his short documentary covering history and the significance of Co-op City. If you are interested in being interviewed and have significant experience, photographs, videos, etc. from the 1960’s and 1970’s, contact adam.tanaka@gmail.com.

Water is a priceless commodity. We must conserve it and be considerate of the effect overuse has. No cooperator should run water for their plants for hours at a time. Thank you Public Safety and CSO for helping us with this matter.

The Williamsbridge Branch of the NAACP is going to see LonnieYoungblood on September 6, 2016. This trip includes dinner, transportation, shopping options, concert and more. For information contact Isabel Rogers: 718- 882-0576.

Regarding “Service Animals,” Public Safety intervenes when the animal is unleashed, shown to be aggressive, or not cleaned up behind. This week I saw folks letting their dogs run unleashed. Next time, I will click and forward. Keep your “Service Animal” leashed! Remember, “If you see something, contact Public Safety.”

Sincere appreciation Apollo family, your gardening in Broun Place is outstanding.

Please neighbors use our garbage cans. They are on almost every corner, perfect for your fast-food garbage. HELP KEEP CO-OP CITY CLEAN. We encourage all eligible citizens to register to vote. This is your responsibility as a U.S. citizen.

Make your vote count. Be ready to vote, September 13 in the Primary Election.

Get on the “Do Not Call Registry” by phoning 1-888-382-1222. Call from a phone that you want to register. This includes cell or house phones.

Going on vacation, ask a neighbor to pick-up newspapers and flyers. That accumulation is messy and says no one is home.

Report road issues to #311 and Bronx Community Planning Board 10, located at 3165 E.Tremont Avenue, Bronx, NY 10461; Phone: 718-892-1161, Email: bx10@cb.nyc.gov.

Wishing good health and fun in August to all.

—Eva Lazaar

Building 9 Association Greetings: I would like to bid fond farewells to our college students who are heading off to (or back to) college away from home. To our other students, I hope your summer has been enjoyable and productive. Parents may be wise to begin the post-summer routine now so that your students become re-acquainted and are prepared to begin their school-year habits and routine.

Our Building 9 Association August Social Event: An Olde Fashioned Children's Ice Cream Social is today, Saturday, August 27th, at 2:00 p.m. in the Building 9-B Association Room. We invite 'children' of all ages to join us. Ice cream is a cool way to wind down the hot, hazy, lazy days of summer. If we have extra ice cream, we will re-open on Sunday.

I have been approached with concerns about the energy conservation measures taken by Riverbay management on the hottest (90°+) days during summer. What an inconvenience. During the least busy hours of the day, only one garage elevator in service. No lighting in the garage between noon and 6 p.m. while it is still light outside. Laundry room closed between noon and 6 p.m. Reducing our power load ensures Co-op City and the greater metropolitan area does not experience any power outage. Power outages or blackouts like the ones New York City experienced in 1965, 1977, and 2003 came without advance notice. There was no power: no elevator service, no lights and no laundry. The grid became overloaded and could not sustain the demand and was overwhelmed. Energy conservation on the most demanding days ensures that Co-op City power consumption is monitored and protected from overload. Reportedly, our Corporation receives payment from Consolidated Edison in the area of $1.5 million per year for exporting power to the New York City power grid. That could easily translate into a 1% carrying charge increase that is eliminated for ourselves and our fellow shareholders. One percent does not sound like much.

However, with the rising cost of almost everything else, even $10 per month in your pocket will purchase a few additional grocery items or cover an increase in some other expense. Maybe not so inconvenient?

We will resume our monthly meetings with presentations/speakers in September.

Please be on the watch for notices.

—Linda Collins United we stand. Until next time, be well.

Building 6 Association Hi my name is Jeffrey Schwartz; I am the Building President of Building 6. I hope everyone had a great summer and it’s great getting to know everyone in the building as your building president in the lobby with our great lobby attendant, Andy.

I am trying to make our building more enjoyable and plan exciting trips for our building but I can’t do it alone. We need people to join our building board association to make all this happen. So many people are coming to me and asking me when we are going to have building trips and have bake sales and events in our building. We need your help to make it all happen. Even if you don't want to be on the building board, we still need you to come to building meetings and events to support your building. We will have many guest speakers at our building meeting starting October 2016.

We will be starting game night again in September. We will have game night on 1st and 3rd Friday of every month in our building association room right across the back door of our building. I want to thank our lobby attendant Andy Soto for doing an awesome job making our building more enjoyable to come into the building and hear “welcome home.” Andy is great with the kids in our building, too.

Many people tell me we have the best lobby attendant in Co-op City and I think they are right.

MARKYOUR CALENDERS - Section One Family Fun Day is going to be on September 17, from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m.

The event will be between Buildings 1, 4 and 5 .The event will have music, free hot dogs, a handball clinic, arts and crafts for the kids, face painting for the kids, hoop shoot, track and relay races, belly dancers, basketball tournaments, line dancing and so much more. Building presidents from 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 8 have been planning this fun event.

Hope to see you all there with the family.

— Jeffrey Schwartz

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New body cameras might be on the scene soon

Director’s Viewpoint

Daryl Johnson On many occasions, extreme confrontations between police officers and the communities that they serve have dominated the news. To address these confrontations, communities are demanding that changes be made when police officers interact with the public.

CCPD - Body Cameras We have our own police force, commonly referred to as CCPD. When you check out their website, you'll see that "the unit is currently staffed by approximately fourteen supervisors, eighty-nine sworn officers, and nine civilian dispatchers." In June, CCPD reported that they responded to "4,782 calls for service." Within that number, our officers issued 102 summonses for a variety of infractions. Were arrests made? Yes. Our officers arrested 9 people during this one month. At times, some arrests might involve the use of force. Thereafter, some people might file complaints against our officers. Nevertheless, it's important for our officers to always exhibit professional qualities when they interact with the public. To help our officers, CCPD provides a tremendous amount of training before they patrol our community.

Therefore, our officers are familiar with almost every aspect of policing that you can imagine. But, videos are taking on larger roles in police interactions. So, our officers need to be equipped with their own cameras to tell their side of the story. Allegations? With new cameras, our officers will be able to record video and audio from these incidents. Previously, we purchased 25 cameras and the footage from those cameras worked out well.

And, now, there is a resolution to purchase 75 new cameras at a cost of $249,999.59. This resolution will probably be voted on at our next board meeting. $250,000 Wasted Cooperators are upset that Riverbay wasted

$250,000 of our money when they tried to repair that leak across the street from the baseball fields. With a questionable plan, Riverbay thought that they could use an epoxy-based solution to seal those pipes that were leaking 28 gallons of water per minute. But, their plan failed. And, we wasted a lot of money, time, and resources on those failed efforts. However, this is nothing new because Riverbay has tried to fix those pipes 13 times before. Those leaks are gigantic. And, you cannot think that those pipes are going to get fixed by putting a bandage on them. In my opinion, it's not going to work.

Bottom line: The condition of those pipes cannot get better. So, I want to encourage management to bring in some professionals and let them replace those pipes.

Dreiser Mall Repair Earlier this week, construction work should have started on the Dreiser mall. As reported before, the contractor, Anjac Enterprises, Inc., won the bids to do the construction work at Bartow and at Dreiser. Thereafter, a resolution was created and approved by the board.

The resolution stated that 29 requests for proposals were sent out to do this multimillion dollar construction work. Then, only 4 requests for proposals were sent back to Riverbay. The proposed cost for this work at Dreiser is $2,012,088.35. On top of that, there's a "10% contingency amount of $201,208.84 for any unforeseen work that is needed for a grand total of $2,213,297.19."

I voted no on this resolution because we have 22 employees in our construction department. So, why couldn't they do this work? Plus, I could not see why so many other construction companies did not send in a request for proposal for this multimillion dollar job.

Garage - Home Someone created a complete home inside of a room on the 5th floor in garage 6, on Co-op City Boulevard.

Then, they were arrested last Saturday morning. Please call Public Safety at 718-671-3050 if you see anything suspicious in this community. Thank you.

Section 5 Family Fun Day Last Saturday, the Family Fun Day in Section 5 was nice. So, I want to thank everyone for their participa-

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Subway Store - Dreiser A new Subway sandwich shop will be opening up in the Dreiser mall soon. The owner and operator of this new store has another Subway store in section 5.

Dreiser Deli Reopening - September 1 The deli in Dreiser should be reopening on Sept. 1st.

JASA - Final Senior Splash Day JASA is having one more Senior Splash day at the Highbridge pool on Tuesday, August 30. The Highbridge pool is located at Amsterdam Avenue and West 173rd Street. According to a flyer from JASA: "the NYC Parks Department reserves time at many outdoor pools for use by persons, age 62 and over." So, our seniors will have a portion of this pool allocated just for their use. Don't know how to swim? No problem. There will be a qualified instructor that will teach "water exercises, swim instruction, lap swimming, and even water ballet." Free transportation will be available from Bartow at 7:45 a.m., Einstein at 8 a.m., and from Dreiser at 8:15 a.m. I would like to encourage our seniors to please consider going to this event. You will get to meet new people, swim, and have a really nice time. Thanks.

Close Douglas Elliman has only been here for just a few weeks. So, to be fair, the controversial issues in my articles cannot be attributed to them. 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.

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Building 32 Association Fun Day Last Saturday was really a fun day as could be seen by the smiles on so many faces. The music was great, the entertainment marvelous, the balloons fantastic, the petting zoo animals adorable, and the 950 franks cooked by our chief, Mr. B. Brown, as awesome as he is. Thanks to all the volunteers, who worked so hard to ensure that the participants had fun; you were great. Kudos to Doreatha, Joanne, Julie, and Sonja, who among others, made sure that hungry hands were filled with franks.

Dinner Theatre Final payments are due by September 10th. Checks/ money orders are to be made out to Building 32 Association and sent to Ms. Rankin at 4160 Hutchinson River Pkwy., Apt. 10E, Bronx, NY 10475.

—Lorna Smith

Building 30 A&B Association Our Section 5 had it’s fun day this past Saturday.

A great time was had by all. I can’t thank all the volunteers enough for without them there would have been no fun day.

I would be amiss if I didn’t thank our sponsors: Congressman Elliot Engel, Assemblyman Michael Benedetto, Councilman Andrew King, Riverbay Corp., Section 5 Association presidents, Co-op City Post 1871 American Legion, Apple Bank, Amalgamated Bank, Food Universe, and especially Kenny’s Barbershop for the petting zoo.

Look in next week’s paper for our association programs.

—Linda Werner

Building 21 Association Ice-cream Social back by popular demand The Building 21 Association will hold its 2nd Annual Ice-cream Social on Thursday, September 1st, in the gathering room in the rear of the B-Section from 2 p.m.

– 6 p.m. or until all of the ice cream and other surprise treats are all gone. Contact the 21 Association for more details and urge your neighbors to read the CO-OP City Times to find out more.

Success is very easy when we pull together. We are asking all of the cooperators who pulled together to make our first Ice Cream Social a tremendous success to come again and lend a hand. Everything and every effort that you contributed the first time was all dedicated to bringing us all together. One hundred and forty-six people enjoyed the premium ice cream served by the Building 21 Association on one of the hottest days of the summer. That was only the beginning. This time, it will more than likely double. This is why we need you.

That’s right, you, the one who matters the most. You, the one who will benefit from all the efforts of collaborated cooperativeness. You, the one who tries to sneak out the back door when the voting machines are in the lobby. You, the one who ignores the community signs in the bulletin board showcase. You, the one who has now taken the time to read this article. You, the one who will help make a difference by opening your mind and bringing your hidden talents to the forefront. We need you, and you need all of us.

Be the change you want to see!

“We” have chosen to live here, in a cooperative

Building 27 Association Greetings, neighbors. Summer is almost over, would you believe it? Nevertheless, enjoy and drink plenty of water during the hot days, stay safe and enjoy the beautiful flowers and scenery of nature that surrounds our community. When one thinks about it, our trees, plants and flowers would not look so beautiful without the tender care of our groundkeepers. When I see our groundkeeper, I usually offer a gesture of thank you.

Laundry Carts – are scarce. Remember there are cameras everywhere, so please leave the carts in the laundry room where they belong. Remember, one can face a community complaint and a fine.

Game Night – We will continue to have game nights via one’s request.

Section 5 Association – Please stay in tune with the president of your building association, your bulletin board in your buildings and the Co-op City Times newspaper. We look forward to your support.

Happy birthday to all in the month of August.

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 or experiencing bereavement. Ms. Rondon will respond on behalf of the association.

Let’s hope and pray for better things to come, for this is our home, building and community. Please keep all leaders of the nations in prayer for PEACE, for there is unrest everywhere.

—H. Overman

Baychester Visual Arts Association Building 21 Association Board members: Laverne Hugine, Kevin Lambright, Theron Marbury, Michelle Marbury, Rose Reyes and Marita Taylor.

community. We must remember that we are not tenants; we are cooperators and shareholders. We must cooperate with each other in order make and keep our community one of the best places to live in New York. We are dedicated to the self-development and empowerment of every shareholder in CO-OP City. We are passionate about our community. Come join us at Building 21 some time. Each one of us, multiplied by all of us, equals A FORCE FOR GOOD. Contact us at: 21association@gmail.com or call us at (347) 504-1821.

See you around the neighborhood!

—Michelle Marbury

Section 5 Clean-Up Acting on a request from Assemblyman Michael Benedetto, Department of Sanitation workers descended upon a neglected patch of grassland along the Hutchinson River Parkway East and cut down weeds and grass along with cleaning up "tons" of debris that had been tossed there.

"I want to thank the Department of Sanitation for acting so quickly upon my request and I hope that they will continue to monitor this space so it stays clean," said Assemblyman Benedetto.

The patch of land has been a pet project of the Assemblyman over the years and he has personally taken his staff along with community volunteers to clean it up in past years.

Our new season will begin on September 13, and we hope your creative juices are yearning for release.

As people have seen in the past, you will derive much pleasure from your artwork.

Our 2016-2017 season portends to be one of the most exciting in our history – with art classes, art shows, lecture/demonstrations and workshops, free and open to the public.

BVA’s classes begin on Tuesday, September 13th in room 5, Dreiser Community Center. You can choose from the two class schedules which are 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. or 3:30 – 5:30 p.m. The fees are as follows: Annual membership is $35 a year and a session of 10 classes is $60. This is the best bargain in the Bronx – maybe even the city – given the quality of instruction offered.

We will also be offering a mosaics class which was a great success last year. You will learn to cut beautiful glass and make a finished piece. This class will begin on Oct. 6 with five sessions running through Nov. 3.

Ms. Pat O’Connell is the instructor and she has been teaching mosaics for over 30 years. Come and join us.

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

You can register by mail by indicating the class time desired. Tuition can be sent to Baychester Visual Arts, P. O. Box 678, Co-op City Station, Bronx, NY 10475.

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

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

—Sylvia Lochansky

Please Refrain From Littering.

Keep Co-op City Clean! Thank you!

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In response to the City News headline on 8/16/16 Director’s Viewpoint

Junius Williams First, let me say, in my opinion, the headline was quoted for sensational purposes.

The headline was 'Snitch' on criminals urged by Board Member. Those were City News’ words, not my words. The subject of my article was Snitch, revisited.

In my opinion, the article was grossly misleading. I haven't urged anyone to be a snitch. I'm asking you to stop buying into that because you're not a snitch. I can't urge you to be something you're not.

Let me reiterate, a snitch is a person who does something with someone, then turns around and tells to save

themselves. The word is commonly used by criminals for that reason. The word became mainstream and many have fallen for it...hook, line and sinker.

If someone wants to snitch, that's their business. I'm telling you as law abiding citizens, who have done nothing wrong, so, stop buying into the criminal’s terminology that you are a snitch, when you're not.

In my opinion, this is a word that applies directly to those who engage together in wrong doings/negative activities.

This is a word the unlawful people have been using against you, the law abiding people, for far too long. It's designed to stop you from protecting your neighborhood from them.

By the deterioration of some of our communities, it's working and they are winning. This is why I want to

eradicate this word from our communities.

So, as I stated, stop buying into the jive and reclaim your neighborhood. I hope this is the last time I have to say anything on this subject.

Secondly, in regards to the out-of-shape officers...the article in the City News left out one crucial fact. I stated that President Cleve Taylor and I had spoken to each other on this matter over a year ago, before it became a popular topic of the City News.

So, let me be perfectly clear. I can't speak for anyone else, but, I don't work on other people's timetable.

Now, after saying that, in my opinion, I do think that we need more than one newspaper in Co-op City. Also, in my opinion, both papers may have their faults, but, they both serve a purpose in the form of supplying information to our community.

Donizetti Building Four Association We hope everyone is enjoying the remainder of the summer!

Thank you to all those who accompanied us on our fundraiser NJ cruise on Saturday, August 20th. We ate, listened and danced to a variety of music, and shopped. A good time was had by all. Have ideas for our next fundraisers?? Bring them to the meeting on 9/8/16.

REMINDER Our Section 1 Fun Day will take place on Saturday, September 17th (rain date is 9/24) from noon until 5:00 p.m. Section 1 consists of buildings 1 to 8 and corresponding townhouses. Volunteers are needed to help with decorations and setting up prior to event, various activities of the day, serving of food and clean up at end of the day. If interested please contact the following persons; Yvonne (718) 671-6922, Diane (347) 275-7565 or Mary (718) 671-0425. Your participation is needed and will be greatly appreciated.

Our next building meeting will be on Thursday, September 8, at 7:30 p.m. in the association room in rear of Building 4B. Come and bring a neighbor; all cooperators are invited. We are especially looking forward to meeting our newly moved-in neighbors. Let’s

American Legion Post 1871 Are you a veteran? Are you a relative of a veteran? Do you know a veteran that lives next door to you? Are you married to a veteran? Are you a male descendant of a veteran?

These and several other questions come to mind whenever I see someone wearing a hat or shirt with the inscription that describes military services. Unfortunately, I found it very difficult when people answer yes to these questions, only to learn that when I offered my follow up question, “Are you a Legionnaire?” and the untoward answer is NO. As the new commander that is ready to lead the current executive board to champion the course of veterans in this area, I am saddened to know that several of our veterans are yet to join the American Legion. Several of them do know one or two persons who are a Legionnaire but majority of them feel that they are not qualified or they just don’t know what is in it for them.

My challenge to the latter is that how will you know what is in it for you when you are not part of the puzzle? A lot of veterans still owe the long term ideology of one bitter experience or the other, or because one person in the past that crossed their path.

There is an African Proverbial saying like walk alone, suffer alone. Thus, I want to say Post 1871 is HOME to ALL veterans in this neighborhood. More so, to remind you that when one’s mission ends, another important one begins. American Legion needs you to celebrate your years of service in keeping the promise to fight for this nation. To become a member is very easy. All you need is your separation paper which could be any of the forms listed below. Bring them to the office in the Community Center in Section 5, Room 41 and someone will be on hand to attend to you. Do not be disenfranchised by a certain war or another.

American Legion Family includes three categories of Membership: The American Legion, which is for all veterans; Sons of the American Legion for All Male Descendants, either biological, adopted or step sons of members of the American Legion, along with male descendants of veterans who died in service during wartime subsequent to their honorable discharge and The Lady’s Auxiliary, which membership is open to wives, mothers, daughters, sisters, grandmothers, granddaughters and great granddaughters of veterans who served during wartime.

The requirement that proves anyone’s ELIGIBILITY is one of the following: DD 256 (Honorable); DD 257 (General); DD 214; (Report of Separation from the US Armed Forces); DD 217 (Certificate of Service—Reserve); On the other hand, anyone who possesses any of the four (4) forms below are basically INELIGIBLE to join the American Legion. The forms include but are not limited to DD 258 (Undesirable); DD 259 (Bad Conduct); DD 260 (Dishonorable); and DD 156A (Honorable Discharge—Reserve with no active duty).

Comrades, The Preamble to the Constitution of the American Legion that I have been writing about charges our organization to “Preserve the memories and incidents of our association in the great wars.” It serves as reminder to ALL veterans that while some gave their all, we should willingly give much to help keep our nation worthy of their sacrifices. Thank you for your service. God Bless America and God Bless The Legion.

—Lsjc Adeyemi LaCrown O'toba, MSA

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LAUNDRY ROOM Please be mindful: laundry room baskets are there for everyone’s convenience. It cost money to replace these items, when they are only there for usage in the laundry room. Either we will have them or we won’t!!

GAME DAY Game day will resume on Thursday, September 22. It is held on Thursdays from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. in the association meeting room (4B). The exception is the 2nd Thursday of each month due to our monthly building meeting.

Congratulations to all those who will be celebrating a birthday or other occasion in September. Special prayers go out to the sick and shut-in. We send our heartfelt condolences to those who have lost a love one.

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

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Co-op City Sports

Velocity Track Club New York awards outing was awesome! This year, instead of going to FDR State Park in Yorktown Heights NY, we took the recommendation of our Fundraiser Coordinator Vette Swift to try the Barretto Park in the Hunts Point area of the Bronx, NY. This was a great choice, a lovely park, family friendly with a floating pool. The children enjoyed the playgrounds, sprinklers and floating pool. This is a hidden diamond in the Bronx that we truly appreciate utilizing!

Every year, Velocity Track Club New York has an award ceremony and gives a trophy to each child who completed the entire year of attending practice and track meets. It takes a lot of commitment to practice 3 – 4 days per week, attend track meets or practice on the weekend for 10 months out of the year, while maintaining your academic responsibilities. Plus, we give special awards (trophies) to the female and male Most Valuable Athlete, Most Improved Athlete and Most Promising Athlete.

Then, I personally give a volunteer the Winston Dinkins Award; this award goes to the volunteer that I believe went beyond their normal duties to advance our children and organization. All of our volunteers perform great work, but there is always one who stands out that I believe deserves some additional recognition.

The coaches review and discuss the athlete’s statistcs from throughout season to make a decision for the athlete’s awards.

For the 2015 – 2016 seasons: Our Most Promising

Velocity Track Club Athletes (9 years old & younger) goes to (female) Brianna Burrell & (male) Dillon Hampton. Most Improved Athletes: (female) Hannah Gadpaille/Tiarra Jackson & (male) Pierce Parker. Most Valuable Athlete: (female) Olivia Burrell & (male) Dontae Lindo.

Congratulation athletes! Continue to work hard and hopefully we will see you’re performing at the 2024 Olympics.

This year’s Winston Dinkins Award went to Coach Destry Gordon. Coach Gordon attends every practice, four days per week and track meets or practice on the weekends. He also, works with our athletes that need extra or special attention outside of our regular practices.

When his son Darius Gordon injured (Left to right) Coach Kendall Jackson, Coach Destry Gordon and Mr. himself playing basketball and couldn’t Andre Jackson participate in track for months, Coach Gordon would go to work, attend to his son in the hospi- website and Facebook page. He is probably best known tal and still make practice. Most volunteers will help out for the Facebook page VelocityTC. He started the page because their child is on the team. Coach Gordon just and now we have over 400 friends. Andre used to video wants to mentor children and advance our organization. tape every sprint race and post them on our Facebook Every year, the fathers of Velocity Track Club would page. This was an excellent tool for the coaches to anahost the mothers with food & soft drinks. This year lyze our athletes’ performance. He was a great role Coach Gordon stepped up and ensured we had the best model and mentor for our children. We will truly miss outing for the mothers ever. Thank you Coach Gordon; the Jackson family (Samantha, Andre, Dominique and may God continue to bless you, Charlotte and your fam- Danielle). God Bless You! ily so you can continue to be a blessing to others!

Velocity Track Club New York is a 501C3 not-forWe also submitted a plaque to Andre Jackson. Andre profit. 100% of your donation will go to help our children. was our website/Facebook coordinator. Due to personal For additional information, you can go to our web site: reasons, the Jackson family had to leave the team. For Velocitytrack.org or contact me, Coach Winston Dinkins many years Andre volunteered his time to maintain our at 914-441-6196 or via email at watclt@aol.com.

Ghanaian Association of Co-op City About Us: The Ghanaian Association of Co-op City (GACC) is a not-for-profit organization with the purpose of promoting the general welfare of the Ghanaian community in Co-op City. The objectives of the association include providing educational programs to members, building a capacity for greater involvement in the activities of the community, and providing a platform to address issues of common concern to members and the Co-op City community.

Manhattan Cruise & Marriage Seminar: This year’s Marriage Seminar will be happening on a romantic cruise at downtown Manhattan. It is scheduled for Saturday, October 1st. There is a lot of buzz about the cruise, so make your reservations soon!

Please contact Sister Victoria to secure your seat for the cruise.

Nomination of Executives: As we discussed at the General Meeting, our constitution mandates elections of Association Executives in November 2016. The nomination of candidates for the executive positions have opened. Please submit your name to the Electoral Commissioner, Mr. Peter Lewis Antwi. We encourage all of you to stand for these elections. Get elected!

Make a change! And positively impact the community!

Children and Youth Program! The children and youth programs under consideration include the following: STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) activities; tutoring; homework help; career fair; summer camp; summer school & summer program placement; trips to Sight & Sound, museums, Botanical Garden, zoo, movies, etc.

Details will be provided when they are finalized. We encourage all of you to get involved in the development of our future leaders!

Dues: Members are reminded to pay your dues. You can now pay using credit card. Pay the entire year’s dues by the end of April and get the $20 discount.

T-Shirts: If you don’t have the association t-shirt yet, please get yours for only $15! You may get additional t-shirts for family and friends.

Please Join Us: We need your support. Please join us. We invite you to come to our next general meeting.

Call 347 773 3499. UNITY IS STRENGTH! JOIN US TODAY! LIKE US ON FACEBOOK! Coop Ghanama OR http://www.facebook.com/gacc2013.

—Seth Osei-Fosu

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.

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Rivers Run Community Garden Thank you Lelia Dickenson and Valerie Gunn for the fun filled family painting workshop. The participant’s varying interpretations of the beach scene was marvelous.

Today the forager, David Dukes will take us on a Wild Edible Tour where we will learn to distinguish the delectable and medicinal from the pretty and poisonous weeds. Also today, Latik Wilson’s meditation circle will teach us how to relax, and breathe our way to calm.

Labor Day weekend will find us in the garden picnicking and enjoying the end of summer. Please bring a dish to share on Saturday, September 3rd at 12:30 p.m. We will be closed on Sunday.

Looking for participants for the decorating committee to help with our October display. We will be making scarecrows, decorating pumpkins, etc. If you are interested, please contact us at Rivers_Run@yahoo.com.

To schedule your volunteer hours for September, please email jam239@aol.com and Rivers_Run@yahoo.com.

Important dates (All are welcome): • Every Saturday – Meditation with Latik Wilson – 5 p.m.

• August 27th – Edible Wilds Tour with David Dukes – 3 p.m.

• Sept 3rd – Picnic at the Garden (Bring a dish) • Sept 13th – Visitors from Botanical Gardens • Oct 29th – Trolley Day (details to follow) Rivers Run is open: • Tuesdays 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. (or until dusk) • Wednesdays & Fridays – 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

• Saturdays & Sundays – 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

If you’d like to take advantage of the opportunities to get your hands dirty and make your heart happy, there is always something that needs doing. Membership requirements: $20 per year fee and 20 hours of work. There is a waiting list for beds.

Members who are actively fulfilling the 20 hours of volunteer work requirement are moved up on the waiting list. Volunteers are welcome.

If you’d like to reach out to us, please email us at Rivers_Run@yahoo.com or call Denise Shelley at 917-232-2982 or me at 718-671-3801.

—Gail Sharbaan

Building 10 Association As summer sadly draws to an official close in a few weeks, the Building 10 Association wishes everyone a safe, pleasant rest of the summer!

Our next General Meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, September 20. The Association is in the process of planning several activities for the fall and encourages everyone to join us for this first meeting of the season to share your thoughts and suggestions.

Look for details here on activities and future plans in coming issues of the Co-op Times and announcements in and around Building 10.

If you have concerns about activities, or the lack thereof, please slip a note under the Building 10 Association door.

Remember our challenge to you; if you have attended one of our events your challenge is to attend one of our meetings in the fall and bring a neighbor with you.

Continue to enjoy the summer and we hope any challenges you have encountered are resolved quickly.

We believe each individual is the strength of our Association. So join us at our next meeting on September 20th!

Continue to have a peaceful and safe summer!

—Ron Campbell

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Section 5 Association Family Fun Day was held in Section 5 on the Greenway on Saturday, August 20.

Beautiful weather smiled on us. The Section 5 Association celebrated the 3rd Annual Family Fun Day with family and friends from Buildings 26 thru 35 and all who joined in; we all had an enjoyable time.

The big hit of the afternoon was the face painting by our own couple from Building 27, Vargas and Tamara. Tamara did the face painting, while her hubby did the balloons for the kids. The kids stood on both lines patiently. Vargas and his wife were to work only 2 hours, but when we looked over there were children still on line at 5 p.m. Then the petting zoo was another big hit, from our own barber, Kenny, here in Section 5.

THANK YOU AND WITH MUCH APPRECIATION TO the sponsors and contributions from Assemblyman Benedetto, Congressman Engel, the American Legion of Co-op City, Food Universe Supermarket of Einstein, Capri Pizza, Riverbay, Amalgamated Bank, Parks Dept., shredder truck from Controller Stringer’s office, Co-op City Public Safety officers, Mammogram Mobile, Vargas and Tamara-face painting/balloons, Velocity Track team, Ellie and the Marvelous Minors, Damien Anthony and Unique Dancers, Voncile and the Bartow Swingers, Young Voices of the Section 5 Teen Center, and Ralph Echavaria on the bamboo drums.

TO THE COMMITTEE AND ALL VOLUNTEERS - We thank DJ Smooth for the music, and grillmaster, Mr. Brown, both of whom donated their time and talent from the start. A special thanks to the men who volunteered; Bill Gordon was the Master of Ceremonies who does a magnificent job each time and Mr. Carlton who stood by Robert Hedgepeth’s side. To Linda Werner, Chairperson of the Family Fun Day committee, thank you for the job - it is not easy, but enjoyable. Also we thank Linda and Robert for the school supplies for our children. One thing is that children enjoy themselves and it is wonderful to see the happy smiles on their faces. We hope that everyone enjoyed themselves. Once again, thank you all for your support on the behalf of the SECTION 5 ASSOCIATION and committee.

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Coalition of African American Churches & Community Organizations of Co-op City, Inc. The Coalition of African-American Churches & Community Organizations of Co-op City, Inc. thank all of its members and friends; wishing everyone a safe and healthy summer. Our next general membership meeting will be on Tuesday, September 6 at noon, 177 Dreiser Community Center, Room 15. Two representatives should be sent from each organization to attend all Coalition meetings.

The Coalition of African-American Churches & Community Organizations of Co-op City Inc. will be hosting its 21st annual Friends and Family Day event on Saturday October 15th, 1:00 p.m. at 177 Dreiser Community Cen-

Black Forum Defensive Driving returns September 24 The Black Forum defensive driving course will return on Sat., Sept. 24. 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.

Black Forum going to Golden Corral On Saturday, September 24, we will be going to the Golden Corral Buffet and Grill, and then off to Harrah’s Casino in PA. Cost: $70. Payment plan available; $40 due July 29 and $30 due Aug. 31. Casino rebate: $20 slot play. For more information, please call 718320-0033 or 917-209-5334.

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) 320-8035. Nominal fee for each class.

Sound Off, Co-op City in Sept.

We will have a meeting/Sound Off, Co-op City in early September. Meetings will be held monthly.

More to follow. Topics relevant to the cooperators in Co-op City will be discussed. If you have an idea or an issue to discuss, let’s meet and talk about it. Please call (718) 320-8035.

Volunteers needed We need male and female volunteers, 2 hours a day, preferably Tuesdays and Thursdays, 11 a.m. 12:45 p.m., flexibly. Especially need men who live in close proximity.

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 Building 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. 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., Room 20 in the Dreiser Center. Also, due to budget constraints and shortage of available food, you must live within zip code 10475 to participate in this program. You must also have your card with you and bring two clean plastic shopping bags. Please also have your current photo ID, such as a non- or driver’s license or any photo ID card with proof of address. You will then be issued a card in order to pick up food in the future.

We Need You - Join Us Today Membership is $5 per year/person. Call (718) 3208035 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 —Tony Illis 20 in the Dreiser Community Center.

ter, Auditorium B, (Co-op City) Bronx, New York. The featured keynote speaker will be Mr. Jerome Rice and Ebony Rae Lambright, MC. There will be games with prizes for the children, entertainment, inspirational messages, family reunions, and networking. There will be vendors which we hope that you will consider purchasing items from and last but not least, refreshments will be served, so come out and support the many organizations that make up the coalition. Free admission.

Please inform the coalition of any suggestions that you may have. Ms. Virginia Stewart is the President of the Coalition. Phone number (718) 671-4506.

The Coalition is a non-profit organization dedicated to maintaining and improving the quality of life of cooperators while providing educational and culturally enriching programs for the community. We also act as one voice for all Coalition members where there are issues of common concern and human rights. We also sponsor Friends & Family Day Celebrations, and Kwanzaa free for the com-

munity. Members of the Coalition include the following: African-American Association; Co-op City Baptist Church; Retirees of Dreiser Loop; Harriet Tubman Independent Democratic Club; NAACP. Co-op City Branch; St. Joseph’s Episcopal Church and Zodiacs Track Club.

Please support our efforts by sending us a tax deductible contribution made payable to Coalition of African-American Churches and Community Organization of Co-op City, Inc., P.O. Box 619, Bronx, NY 10475.

Churches and organizations that desire to join the Coalition may apply for membership by either writing or calling (718) 671-4506 or (718) 671-5957 for a membership application, which should be returned with a letter on your Church/Organization’s letterhead and signed by the Minister/ President. Read Coalition’s weekly column for information about events and issues. Remember the Coalition’s Motto is, “Coming together is the Beginning, Keeping together is Progress and Working together is Success.”

—Harman T. Leacock

NAACP Co-op City Branch #2210 National Association for the Advancement of Colored People. Mailing address: P.O. Box 75-3111, Einstein Station, Bronx, NY 10475. President: Jerome Rice. Office telephone: (718) 320-3210. Address: 135 Einstein Community Center, Room 36. Office hours: Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

We will be hosting our 2nd Annual Community Service Awards Dance on Saturday, September 24th. The event will be at the Einstein Community Center, room 45 from 6 p.m. - 2 a.m., featuring D.J. Woody. Tickets are $30 until September 1st. After September 1st, tickets are $35. At this event our branch will be honoring those unsung heroes who make a difference in our community.

The honorees are: Kiara Santos – Youth Volunteer; Kenneth Hunter – Kenny’s Barber Shop; Lt. Shelda Williams – CCPD Supervisor Training Instructor and Alex Perez – Food Universe Stores and the President’s Award honoree is Joyce E. Wilson – NAACP Member & Community Volunteer. Theme: Our Lives Matter – Our Votes Count.

Membership Campaign: Lifeblood of the Association. Your membership dollars help lead the fight for freedom, justice and equality. The community at large is invited to join the Co-op City Branch #2210. Become a new member, renew, recruit, gift or sponsor an annual membership for self or another. Adult regular membership is $30 and youth membership is $10. We have some exciting and challenging projects planned and we need your help. We look forward to working with you to go for-

ward and meet the mandates of the NAACP. VOTER REGISTRATION IS AN ONGOING ACTIVITY – registration forms available in office. State & Local Primary is September 13th & General Election is November 8th. Every election is an important election. Be prepared to VOTE! If you don’t vote, don’t complain.

Members interested in attending the 80th NAACP NYSC Convention, October 7-9 at the Sheraton, NY can call the office for information.

Save the Dates: September 1 – Branch election process begins.

September 13 – State & Local Primary. PLEASE GET OUT & VOTE! September 13 – Dinners.

September 18 – Membership Meeting at 3 p.m.

(Branch election process begins) September 24 – 2nd Annual Community Service Awards Dance at Einstein CC. October 7-9 - 80th NYS Anniversary Convention at Sheraton Hotel, NY. October 23 – Membership Meeting/Nomination of branch officers at 3 p.m.

November 8 – General Election. PLEASE GET OUT & VOTE! November 27- Membership Meeting/Election of branch officers from 2-6 p.m.

December 18 – End of year Membership Meeting & Celebration 3 p.m.

—Jerome L. Rice

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Drammeh Center The Drammeh Center was over capacity for the documentary film screening and discussion film by Berlin-based writer and curator, Alanna Lockward Allen Report. The film is about the history of the AME Church, liberation theology, and centered around the legacy of Bishop Richard Allen who was a key player in the massive immigration movement that sent 6,000 individuals to the island of Saint-Domingue between 1824-1826, two decades after the first Black Republic in the world came into being. Allen Report is a co-production of Art Labour Archives, Amistad Films and Humana, and the first ever joint Haitian-Dominican film production undertaken. The Drammeh Center is happy to be the first stop of the film’s US tour.

Alanna Lockward, Filmmaker, discusses her film.

A special thanks to members of Allen Temple AME Church in Mount Vernon and Bright Temple AME Church of the Bronx who come out for this screening.

The event was covered by Bronxnet and should air in the near future on the Open Show.

Announcement: Applications are now available for the Traditional African Doll Sculpturing program for high school girls and those entering in 2017. Seats for this scholarship are limited. Please apply early. The program will take place during the week that schools will be out on break. April 8-16, 2017.

Please consider supporting our multimedia and cultural programs in Co-op City. LIKE US on our Facebook page, facebook.com/DrammehInstitute. You may also write to us and send your tax-deductible contribution by check/money order payable to: The Drammeh Institute, Inc. Send to: The Drammeh Institute, P.O. Box 558, Co-op City Station, Bronx, NY 10475 Email: Drammehcenter@gmail.com.

The African-American Association of Co-op City Once again, we are finally bringing back African dance to Co-op City. This time, you can participate like never before. These classes are for youth and adults. We encourage male and female participants alike. African dance is an expressive form of art, spirited energetic movement, passion and excitement all wrapped into a great experience.

Just think of it as creativity and fitness with dance! Registration is Sat., Sept. 24, 11 a.m. -12:15 p.m. Call for info. (see below).

The African-American Association will once again participate in the African-American parade in Harlem on Sunday, Sept. 18th. If you are interested in marching in the parade with us, please contact us ASAP!!!

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.

African Dance Classes – Starts Saturday, October 1st, Einstein Community Center, Room #38.

Ages 7-adult. Contact us for more information at: 646-281-4570.

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, 917-903-7073.

Music, Rhythm & Dance – Most Fridays, 7:30 p.m., Dreiser Center, rm. 15; most Saturdays, 10 a.m.,

The children experienced fun and edu-tainment at the African-American Association Summer Day Camp this year. They were delightful.

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.

General Membership Meeting – The next meeting will be September 8, at 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: aaaccpower@gmail.com

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National Council of Negro Women, Inc.

Retirees of Dreiser Loop

INSTALLATION CEREMONY: On Sunday, August 21st, there was a joint installation ceremony of elected officers for the fiscal year 2016-2018 held for New York State sections at Jackson Memorial A.M.E. Zion Church in Hempstead, New York. The following elected officers of our Co-op City Section of NCNW were installed: President, Lori Melton; 1st Vice President, Camille Worrel; 2nd Vice President, Stephanie Brown; 3rd Vice President, Akeisha Neely; Corresponding Secretary, Michelle Woody; Assistant Corresponding Secretary, Marjorie Leonard; Recording Secretary, Kyla Williams; Assistant Recording Secretary, Aletha Robinson; Treasurer, Maxine Sullivan; Financial Secretary, Judith Roberson; Parliamentarian, Deborah Gadsden; Historian, Joyce Howard and Chaplain, Rev. Beverly Spruill. The officers were sworn in by the NCNW State Conveners, Johnnie Walker, Ellen Haywood, Lynda Bagley and Alla Mai Clarke.

45TH ANNIVERSARY – We have begun planning for our 45th Anniversary Celebration. It was in 1971 that Dr. Dorothy I. Height came to the Bronx to charter our Co-op City Section. We will be celebrating our contributions to the Co-op City community on Saturday, October 29, 2016 at the Villa Barone Manor, 737 Throgs Neck Expressway, Bronx, New York. Our guest speaker for the occasion will be Bronx District Attorney Darcel Clark! We will receive anniversary greetings from Pat Battle, of NBC-TV! We will be honoring Roberta Boozè and Olive Glasgow, two of our Charter Members who have been continuously active.

The Ticket Committee will be in room 14, Dreiser Community Center on Saturday, August 27, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. with tickets and to receive payment for tickets already distributed. The tickets are $100. Checks should be made payable to NCNW Co-op City Section.

SCHOOL SUPPLY DRIVE – The 2016-17 school year is right around the corner. We want to do what we can to help those less fortunate by donating school supplies to a local shelter as well as to selected students in local Co-op City schools. We want to make sure the students are equipped with the necessary school supplies to start the school year off right. We are asking for your support by donating backpacks, pens, pencils, notebooks, loose leaf paper, binders, folders, sharpeners, crayons, glue sticks, etc. Donated items can be dropped off Saturday, August 27 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and on Tuesday, August 31st from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. in Dreiser Center, room 14.

NCNW COMMUNITY HEALTH FAIR – Our annual Community Health Fair will take place on Saturday, September 24, 2016 at 2049 Bartow Avenue (Bartow Shopping Mall) room 31 from 1 to 4 p.m. This is the perfect time to get your flu shots, get a hearing and dental check-up or even find a good physical therapist. Mark the date on your calendar now!

—Joyce Howard

Our summer vacation is almost over and then...back to business. Members and friends please mark your calendars as our first general membership meeting, following a wonderful vacation, will be on Wednesday, September 7th. The meeting is scheduled to start at 1:30 p.m. in the Dreiser Community Center auditorium. See you there.

TRAVEL EVENTS: (Price includes transportation/coach bus, Dreiser Loop, opposite H&R Block) • Exciting New Trips Pending – to be announced.

THEATRE COMMITTEE: (Price includes transportation) • Wednesday, Sept. 21st. Showtime – 2 p.m. Price: $112. CATS, a musical, at the Neil Simon Theatre, Broadway. Deposit required to reserve a seat. Go to clubroom 19 to leave deposit/payment. Contact Lois Scott, (917) 692-7139.

Members and Friends, we do require your telephone number along with your name when signing up for trips and/or shows. First paid, confirmed seating. Committee Members in Dreiser clubroom 19 (718) 379-0377 on Mondays and/or Thursdays, 2:30-5 p.m.

GOOD AND WELFARE: Our hearts go out to our members, Ms. Christine Adderly and Ms. Joyce Rudolph, in their time of sorrow as they have each recently lost loved ones. May the peace, which comes from the memories of love shared, comfort you both now and in the days ahead. To members at home recuperating, “As you rest and heal, know that you are thought of warmly and wished a quick recovery.” Call Josephine Flowers, (718) 3200539, regarding illnesses and bereavements.

• Don’t miss a great opportunity to learn how to play BRIDGE as it keeps your mind alert. The 2016-2017 Bridge classes will resume on Friday, September 9th. The following classes will be held in the Dreiser Loop RETIREES Clubroom 19: The new Beginners class - 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., and the Intermediate class -1:00 to 3:00 p.m. Call Alvin Lisle, the master teacher, at (718) 671-8852, to pre-register for one of the above classes or just come to the class on September 9th.

We had another fun filled day of relaxation and pampering at the Spa on Wednesday, August 17th. While there, we also celebrated the 91st birthday of one of our members, Ms. Sylvia Polite. As a group, we hope to return in the month of October - date to be determined. It’s time to treat yourself. Consider joining us the next time.

ATTENTION! The RETIREES need ASAP experienced part-time Drivers with a CDL license with at least 3 years’ experience and a clean driving record. The position requires transporting members and friends safely to and from various activities in a 20 passenger minivan. Stipend benefits based on individual trips. All interested parties, please call the RETIREES office, (718) 379-0377, and leave your name and telephone number.

“A smile is the light in the window of your face that tells people you’re at home.” ~Author Unknown —Claudette Davis

Felicia Aboagye Empowerment Services, Inc. Felicia Aboagye Empowerment Services, Inc. is a non-profit organization designed to help the sick, poor, disabled and the needy in Ghana, West Africa, as well as the United States.

Reverend Martin Okwaning is a Registered Nurse and a graduate from Union Theological Seminary at Columbia University. He has helped the sick and poor people in Ghana for more than twenty years. Many of the school children in the villages of Ghana do not have transportation to enable them to go to school or go to the hospital when they are sick. As a result, many school children walk for miles before they go to school or hospital. Many elderly people also do not have money to eat or money to visit the hospital for a checkup. Some of the patients state they have never gone to the hospital in their life because of poverty and lack of transportation.

Many of the children in the rural areas do not have electricity to study or food to eat.

Many elderly people do not have shoes, sneakers, or sandals to wear or clothes to put on.

Many elderly and children do not have water to drink because of the lack of tap water in the village. One woman told me she has not had a physical check-up or seen a doctor for the past forty years. Many people are dying, especially the elderly and children, because

of basic things such as water, food, and lack of transportation to go to the hospital.

I, Reverend Okwaning, have used my own money to provide transportation to take the sick to the hospital and to buy food for the sick, poor and disabled anytime I visit Ghana. Please kindly support the children, elderly and disabled people in Ghana and God will continue to bless you. For more information about how to help the organization, please go to Faesi.org and watch the videos of the sick and elderly people who need your help. Anyone who can provide a car, van, or any vehicle for the elderly, children and sick people in the villages in Ghana, please call Rev. Okwaning at (347) 784-7516 or Hilda at (718) 795-3128. They will also be happy if anyone can provide sneakers, shoes, wheel chairs, clothes, computers, or anything that can help improve the lives of these people. We thank the people who have already called to donate clothes, sneakers and canned food to the organization. Kindly make your donation via Chase Quick Pay to yawokwaning@yahoo.com or send checks/money order to Empowerment Service Inc. P.O. Box 573 Bronx, NY 10475.

Each should give according to what he has decided in his heart, not grudgingly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver. ~Corinthians 9:7. —Felicia Abogye

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Community Protestant Church On behalf of our Pastor, the 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.

SUMMER CHURCH SCHEDULE (DRESS-DOWN ATTIRE JULY 3 – SEPT. 4) Adult Sunday School – 9:00 a.m.

Worship Service – 10:00 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.

Faith @ Work Christian Church 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 a.m.; 2nd Sundays Children's Church 3rd Sundays (K3); Older Children's Church 4th Sundays (4th-7th).

Church Motto: "We are Christ-Centered, FamilyFocused 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.

Leaders and Scholars Afterschool Hub Program Pre-Registration: We are looking forward to restarting the afterschool program on September 13, 2016 from 2:45 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. The registration fee is waived for returning students. While we look forward to many of our students returning; we anticipate space opening up as some students will not be returning. We are a faith-based program and expect to partner with parents who expect their children to be respectful, well-mannered and willing learners. We will only accept students whose parents understand this simple principle and are willing to work with us to ensure that students are well-prepared in this academic afterschool setting. The registration fee is $25 and the weekly fee is $35. If extended time until 6:30 p.m. is needed there will be an additional $15 per day or $50 per week. We have two NYC Certified and currently employed teachers, two escorts from P.S. 153/178, two Teen Counselors and I serve as Program Director and help all the children. We accept students with IEPs (on a case by case basis) and who are on medication as long as it's disclosed. We are serious about helping prepare the next leaders and scholars for the world. Final Registration: September 9th at 6 p.m.

Bible Study Resumes: September 21st we are introducing a Mid-Day Study and lunch from noon until 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.

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

—Pastor Deborah D. Jenkins

WORSHIP SERVICE BEGINS AT 10:00 a.m.

(Summer Hours). Everyone is invited to come and be a part of this special moment set aside each Sunday morning to be in the presence of God. We will be delighted to blend our spirits with yours as we bend both body and soul before our Heavenly Father. We encourage you to spend time with God, and if it be His will, with us at Community Protestant.

OTHER SCHEDULED EVENTS: Saturday, October 8, 2016 – The Sepia Players Ministry presents the play “EVERYBODY TALKING ‘BOUT HEAVEN AIN’T GOING THERE,” written by James Plummer, at the Church. Donation: $20. For tickets and/or additional information call (718) 5133308, (718) 671-5961, (718) 671-8691 or the Church at (718) 862-9172.

PASTORAL ANNIVERSARY GALA “50 Years of Preaching and 40 Years of Faithful and

Spiritual Pastoral Leadership.” In observance of his 40th Pastoral Anniversary, Community Protestant Church most cordially invites the community to join us at a Celebratory Banquet in honor of our Pastor, The Reverend Dr. Calvin E. Owens, on Saturday, October 15, 2016, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. at Marina Del Rey, Bronx, NY. Donation: $150/adults; $50/children (under 15 years of age). For tickets and/or additional information, please call the Church at (718) 862-9172.

SAVE THE DATE: September 12–15, 2017 – The Missionary Ministry sponsors a trip to THE HOLY LAND EXPERIENCE IN ORLANDO, FLORIDA. (More information to come.)

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

Iglesia Cristiana Marcos 16:15 Our pastor, Fernando Figueroa, would like to extend an invitation to you. If you are looking for a church of fellowship and to worship our Lord Jesus Christ, if you are lonely, hurt, depressed and you need deliverance or freedom, our doors are open to bring you to the one that is available and capable to heal you.

Jesus Christ is the answer. He loves you so much that he left his throne of glory to save you. The purpose of us being here is to help those in need, those seeking for an answer. Jesus came to set us free. John 10:9 says, “I am the door. If anyone enters by Me, he will be saved, and will go in and out and find pasture.”

El pastor Fernando Figueroa hace una invitacion a la comunidad hispana a congregarse en la Iglesia Cristiana Marcos 16:15. Si usted está buscando una iglesia de comunion para adorar a nuestro Señor Jesucristo; Si estas solitario, herido, deprimido y necesitas liberacion o libertad, nuestras puertas están abiertas para traerle a El que está dispuesto y es capaz de curarte. Jesus Cristo es la respuesta. Él te ama tanto que dejo su trono de gloria para salvarte. El proposito de nosotros estar aquí es para ayudar a los necesitados, aquellos que buscan una respuesta. Jesus vino a liberarnos. Juan 10:9 dice “Yo soy La puerto. Si alguien entra por mí, el

será salvo, entrar y salir y encontrar pastos.”

Our church is located at 135 Einstein Loop Community Center, room #33.

Nuestra iglesia se encuentra en el centro comunitario de 135 Einstein Loop, Salon #33.

Services Offered Tuesdays – Bible Study, 8 p.m.

Fridays – Worship Service, 8 p.m.

Sundays – Bible Class, 10 a.m.-11 a.m. Service at 12 p.m.

Every 2nd Saturday of the month, we offer “Prayer Saturdays” from 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

Communion is the first Sunday of the month God bless you and remember, Jesus loves you.

Servicios ofrecidos Martes - estudio bíblico: 8 p.m.

Viernes - servicio de adoración: 8 p.m.

Domingos - estudio bíblico: 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Servicio de adoraci6n: 12:00 p.m.

Ofrecemos "Sábados de la Oración" cada 2nd Sábado del mes a las 10 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

La comunion es el 1er Domingo del mes.

Que Dios le bendiga y recuerda que Jesus te ama.

—Blanche Santana

Family Owned and Operated • Large Chapel on premises

• Pre-need counseling

• Ample Parking on premises

• Out of town services

• Casket Showroom on premises

• Cremations

A dignified funeral every family can afford.

All areas are handicapped accessible

Personalized & Professional Care • 50 Years Serving Our Community Worldwide Shipping including Caribbean, Africa & South America

718-231-7647 Call 24 Hours

Fax: 718-231-7665 NOW WEBCASTING TO FAMILY AND FRIENDS ABROAD

www.mccalls.net • director@mccalls.net 4035 Bronxwood Avenue, Bronx, N.Y.

Serving all cultures & faiths

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Newsong Church

Greater Love Baptist Church

What if I told you that all that stands between you and your wildest dreams is one little "IF!" Pastor & Author Mark Batterson says, "That tiny two-letter word is the hinge on the door of possibilities." You see, some of us are stuck in "if only," living lives that are full of regret. But God can turn your "if only" regrets into a "what if" attitude, a faith that looks forward to the future with holy confidence. There are 1,784 "ifs' in the Bible. The most significant? "If God is for us, who can be against us?" That one little "if" changes everything! We hope you join us this Sunday for our new teaching series "IF." Newsong Church is a multi-cultural church that believes God has a purpose and a plan for your life. We exist to reach people who are far away from God, and teach them how to follow Jesus step-by-step. That's why you will find our Sunday Worship Experience to be so warm and friendly, we genuinely care about you! We're not concerned about where you've been, but where you're going. When you step into our worship experience, you won't find a bunch of "Holier-than-thou" people pretending to have it all together. Instead, you'll find that we're all broken people, but we're allowing God to put us back together. We're not perfect, but God is! As God puts us back together, we're realizing that although our past has shaped us, it does not define us! We're finding out that not only does God love us with a radical and unconditional love, but that He loves us just as we are!

At Newsong Church, we believe that the Bible is the greatest book ever written, containing the greatest story ever told, and that each of us are part of His-story! In fact, we have a saying at our church: "If you're not dead, God's not done with you!"

We don't just believe this for the adults but for our children as well! At Newsong Church, we're so passionate about our children learning about Jesus that we created a church just for them called "Kidsong!" At “Kidsong,” our children learn about Jesus in a safe, fun, age-appropriate learning environment! We also have a fully staffed nursery!

We hope that you will join us this Sunday as we kick off our teaching series "IF!" Our Worship Experience starts at 11 a.m. and is located at 177 Dreiser Loop in Auditorium B. Parking is available in the parking garage, just bring your ticket in for a discounted validation. Deaf interpretation is available during our adult worship experience. 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, check out our website: www.newsongchurchnyc.org; email: info@newsongchurchnyc.org.

You can also interact with us on social media!

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

"But you, when you pray, go into your room, and when you have shut your door, pray to your Father who is in the secret place; and your Father who sees in secret will reward you openly." Matthew 6:6 Spiritual Food for Thought: You have an opportunity to be great. But, greatness does not happen to you, it happens in you. You can make great choices to put God first, to live a life of faith, to be honorable, to have integrity, and to treat others with respect and dignity. Who you are externally reflects who you are internally. Come to Jesus in the secret place, in a private chamber, and let Him transform you.

Senior Pastor Boyce Landrum and Pastor Carol Landrum and the Greater Love family welcome you to fellowship with us on Sunday mornings at 11:30 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. This is done in various ways; through music, through testimony, through praise, through preaching, through reading of the scriptures and prayer.

The Bible reminds us, “The purpose of man is to glorify God and enjoy Him forever.” Worship with God’s people at Greater Love helps us focus on the person of God until we are caught up in His majesty and glory.

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. Church telephone: 347-920-5607 Once again we congratulate the newly baptized born again believers who were water baptized on Saturday, August 20th, 2016: Terald Freeman, Jessica Ocasio, Rabi Idakwoji, Gia Fullwood, Harvey Fullwood and Darrell Gilbert. Certificates of Baptism will be awarded during tomorrow’s morning worship.

Walking Club: All are invited to join the Greater Love family as we get our exercise on! Please meet us at the stage area of the Section 1 Greenway on Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m. We have various levels of walkers and will continue walking well into the evening but you are free to STOP as the spirit prompts you.

Food Pantry: will reopen on Saturday, September 24th from 10:00 a.m. – noon. Donations are needed and very much appreciated.

Reminder: All afternoon & evening meetings/classes are in recess until the week beginning 9/12. Bible Study/Discipleship class will resume on 9/13 at 7:00 p.m. Students will need to purchase the book: Discipleship Essentials by Greg Ogden. Pre-study: Chapter 14 - Filled with the Holy Spirit, Weekly Summer Schedule • Sunday Morning Prayer & Meditation: 9:30 a.m.

• Sunday School: 10:00am to 11:00 a.m.

• Sunday Morning Worship: 11:30 a.m.

—Pastor Carol

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 1st Sunday of each month.

Membership is open to all women of the church and dues are $2 per month. The men hold their meeting after service on the 2nd Sunday of each month.

Summer Break: Please note that our Sunday School, choir and vestry will all be on summer break for the month of August.

We look forward to welcoming everyone to service at 9:00 a.m. on Sunday, August 28, when we will celebrate the Fifteenth Sunday after Pentecost.

Our Supply Priest, Father Simeon Johnson, will be the preacher and celebrant.

VISION CARE SPECIALIST

SAVE THE DATES

DR. DAVID HORN, O.D. FAAO

October 8-10, 2016

POCONO LOBSTER SEA FEST PARTY & WARM DADDY SUNDAY JAZZ BRUNCH Check out this great package: • 2 Night Hotel Accommodations • Deluxe Motor Coach Transportation • 2 Hours all you can eat Lobster Sea Feast • 2 Hours open bar (a variety of mix drinks) • 3 Hours DJ & Dancing • 2 Breakfasts • Warmdaddy’s Sunday Jazz Brunch • Shopping at the Crossing Premium Outlets • Gaming at Harrah’s Casino • All taxes and meal gratuities!

Menu Includes: All you can eat steamed Lobster, Stuffed Lobster, Steamed Clams, Crab Legs, Raw Clams & Oysters, Peel & Eat Shrimp, Catfish, Fried Shrimp & Clams, Carved Prime Rib of Beef, Chicken Entrée, Cooked to Order Pasta, Fresh Vegetables, Soup Station Bread & Rolls, Deluxe Eight Item Salad Bar & Captain’s Dessert Table including fresh baked cookies, pies, cakes, pudding & Ice Cream Bar! Price pp: Double $425; Triple $395; Quad $385

Outreach Program: We continue to collect nonperishable 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 718-320-0844. Or visit our website: www.stjosephsepcbronx.org.

“Hallelujah! Happy are they who fear the Lord * and have great delight in his commandments!”

—Psalm 112:1 —M. Chambers

Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016

ATLANTIC CITY BUS TRIP Call for information.

August 15-28, 2017 London, Scotland & Ireland

FROM THE SHANNON TO THE THAMES From the scenic countryside in Ireland to the bustling city of London, this Ireland, Scotland, and England tour offers it all!

For tickets, fliers & more info.: 718-320-0011 • stctours@hotmail.com • www.stctours.com

• FELLOW, AMERICAN ACADEMY OF OPTOMETRY

• COMPLETE VISION CARE - EYE EXAMINATION

• OCULAR DISEASE TREATMENT

• EYEGLASSES

• GLAUCOMA TREATMENT

• CONTACT LENSES

High Fashion Frames on Premises. “Your Vision Health Is My Concern.”

Much of Learning Is Done Through The Eyes. Insist on a Professional Eye Examination.

120 ALCOTT PLACE

(Bldg. 17 • Sect. 3) • Co-op City

718-379-8029 Medicare and many insurances accepted.

DOCTOR’S HOURS: MONDAY: 1:30 - 7:00 PM • WEDNESDAY: 2:00 - 7:00 PM FRIDAY: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM • SATURDAY: 8:30 AM - 2:00 PM CALL FOR AN APPOINTMENT!

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Bartow

Einstein

Dreiser

Activities in Room 31 unless otherwise noted

Activities in Room 49 unless otherwise noted Library 9:30am-1pm Dominoes 10am Rm 45 Line Dancing 10-11am

Activities in Room 7 unless otherwise noted

Mon., Aug. 29

Word Games 9:30-11am Library 9:30am-1pm

Rm. 45

Vacation until after Sept. 12

Around The Lunch Table 11:30am Word Search 11am -

Arthritis Exercises

12pm

11am-noon

Bingo 1:00-3:00pm, Rm.

Weight Management

35

Bingo 12:30-2pm Card Games 2-4pm Dominoes 2:30 pm

Diabetes Support Group 2nd Monday 1:00pm

Pokeno 3:00-4:00pm, Rm. 3

Crochet & Knitting 10 a.m.12 p.m.

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session 9:30-10:30 a.m.

Stay Well Exercise – Vacation Until Sept 12 Adult Coloring Book 11:00 a.m., Rm. 4 Mind Teasers 12-1pm , Rm. 4 Diabetes Support Group 1 pm – Last Monday of the month Bereavement Counseling Vac. til 9/12 Gentle Yoga 1:15-2pm, Rm 2 Basic Cell Phone & iPad training 12:30-1:30pm, Rm. 7 Intermediate Yoga 2-3pm

Date:

Alternate Kosher Meals are also available

Mon., Aug. 29

Orange Pineapple juice Beef Hamburger, Plain Hamburger bun, Mauzone potato knish, Mixed green salad, Canned pears Alt: baked turkey breast

Tues, Aug. 30

Apple juice Shake & bake chicken Mashed sweet potatoes Coleslaw Whole wheat bread, Fresh fruit Alt: Tuna fish salad

Wed., Aug. 31

Orange juice Tilapia Francaise Cuban style yellow rice Kale w/garlic sauce Whole wheat bread, Fresh fruit Alt: Veggie burger patty

Thurs., Sept.

1

Orange Pineapple juice Salisbury steak w/mushroom gravy, Fusilli pasta w/parsley Steamed peas & carrots Whole wheat bread, Fresh fruit Alt: Chicken salad

Fri., Sept.

2

Orange Juice Baked chicken legs Cous cous, Green beans Unsweetened applesauce Challah bread, Alt: Gefilte fish

Dominoes 10 a.m.

Tues., Aug. 30

Word Games Tai Chi 11 a.m., Rm. 45

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session

Bingo 12:30-2 p.m.

Walking Club

Matinee Movie

Alert & Alive

10:30-11:30 a.m.

10 a.m.-noon, Rm. 45

Caregiver Support Group 1 p.m. 1st & 3rd

Vacation until Sept 13th Cultural Dance 10:30 – 11:30 a.m., Aud. B

Karaoke by Stephen

Mind Teasers

1 p.m. - 2 p.m., Rm. 45

12-1 p.m., Rm. 4 Zumba 1-2 p.m., Aud. A

NEW Green Life Trail Fitness instruction

Afternoon Movies

9:30-11:30 a.m.

Tues.

Card Games 2-4 p.m.

Dominoes 2:30 p.m.

9:30-10:30 a.m.

1-3 p.m. w/popcorn

1 p.m. - 2 p.m.

Blood Pressure Vacation

Dominoes 10 a.m., Rm. 45

Wed., Aug. 31

until Sept. 14

Word Games 9:30-11:30 a.m.

Vacation until Sept. 7 Line Dancing 11 a.m. -12 p.m.

Bingo 12:30 - 2:00 p.m.

Card Games 2-4 p.m.

Dominoes 2:30 p.m.

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

Zumba 11 a.m.-12 p.m., Rm. 45

Smartphone Class Beginner – 12:30 – 1:30pm Intermediate – 1:30 – 2:30 pm, Bartow Main office

NEW Walk Group Vacation until Sept. 7

Dominoes 10am, Rm. 45

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session 9:30-10:30

Word Games 9:30am-

Grandparent Connection 1st Thursday Rm 35 10:30

Blood Pressure 10 -11:30

11:30am

Arthritis Exercise

Line Dancing 10-11

Chat Session 9:30am-

11am, Rm. 45

Piano Sing Along 11

Spelling Bee 11am

Mind Teasers 12-1 p.m.,

Library 9am-1pm

Thurs., Sept. 1

Spelling Bee 10 a.m.

Stay Well Exercise

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session 9:30-10:30 a.m.

Sewing 9:30 -11:30 a.m.

Tai Chi Vacation until Sept 7th Mind Teasers 12-1 p.m., Rm. 4 African Brazilian Dance Room 2, 1 p.m.

Art Class 1-3 p.m.

Yoga 2pm-3pm, Rm. 2

1pm

a.m. a.m. 1st & 3rd Thurs., Rm. 8

Bingo 12:30- 2:00pm

a.m., Aud. A a.m.-12 p.m.

Rm. 4

Word search 11amCard Games 2-4pm

Drama Club Vacation un-

12pm

til Sept 8th

Dominoes 2:30pm

Karaoke by Steven

NEW Purple Life Trail Fitness Instruction 1-2

1:00pm, Rm. 45

p.m.

Crochet & Knitting Men’s Line Dancing

Dominoes 10am, Rm. 45

10am-12:00pm

Art 10am, Rm. 45

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session 9:30-10

Bingo 1pm – 2pm

a.m.; 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

9-10am

Fri., Sept. 2

Word Games 9:30am-11:30am

Women’s Line Dancing 10-11:30am

Meditative Moments

Chat Session 10am Bingo

Card Games 2-4pm

Vacation until Sept. 9th

12:30-2:30pm, Rm. 25

Pokeno 2-4pm, Rm. 35

Mind Teasers 12pm-1:00pm, Rm. 4

Piano Sing-along 11am-12pm

Card Games 2-4pm Dominoes 2:30 p.m.

Blood Pressure 2nd & 4th Friday 10:00 - 11:30am,

Bingo 1-3 p.m., Rm. 7

Rm. 45

Card Games, Dominoes 2-4 p.m.

(Schedule subject to change without notice)

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

For information, please call: (718) 320-2066 New Payment Schedule - Payments for trips @ the Bartow office can be made Monday – Friday: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. & 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. (Only) Funded by: The NYC Department for the Aging, The NYS Office for the Aging and Riverbay Corporation.

Non-Kosher

Kosher

Ravioli w/meat sauce Normandy blend

Sliced deli turkey Garlic mashed potatoes Sautéed spinach

Curried chicken Baked brown rice pilaf Cabbage w/shredded carrots

Pork meatballs Penne pasta w/garlic sauce California blend vegetables

Spanish style fish Romaine, kale, pepper, black olive & feta salad

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 for trips 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 Assistance/SNAP (Food Stamps) – Friday, Sept 9th & 23rd, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

First come, first served! JASA main office, 2049 Bartow Ave. (FREE) Circle of Care - Free Services for Caregivers, 135 Einstein Loop, Room 40, 1-3 p.m., Aug 23rd.

Circle of Care Lounge – Please join a FREE six week support group series meeting once a week for caregivers caring for an older adult. Refreshments will be served.

Topics include: Managing Caregiver Stress, Living Your Vision, Connecting with other Caregivers, gifts and much more! Fridays: 9/9, 9/16, 9/23, 9/30, 10/7, and 10/14. 1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m., 135 Einstein Loop, room 40. In Partnership with PSS. To register please call or email Diana King at 718585-1640 or dking@pssusa.org.

NY Common Pantry is partnering w/JASA NORC to do a six month long Live Healthy! Workshop. The workshop will focus on learning the difference between healthy & unhealthy choices. How to read nutrition labels and small steps you can take to create a lasting healthy lifestyle. 135 Einstein Loop, Room 49: Mondays - Sept 12th, Oct 10th, Nov 14th, Dec 12th. 177 Dreiser Loop, Room 7: Sept 26th, Oct 31st, Nov 28th, Dec 19th tentative. Call 718320-2066 to sign up. Please sign up for one location only.

Influenza Vaccine Clinic - In collaboration with Walgreens. Tuesday, Sept. 13th, 10 a.m. -12 p.m., 135 Einstein Loop Senior Center, room 40. Tuesday Sept 20th, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m., 2049 Bartow Avenue Senior Center, room 31. Thursday, Sept 29th, 10 a.m. -12 p.m., 177 Dreiser Loop Senior Center, room 7. Waiting for registration forms for sign-up from Walgreens.

Wal-Mart - Wednesday, August 31st.

$15. Bartow – 8:30; Einstein – 8:45 & Dreiser – 9 a.m.

Stew Leonard’s – Friday, September 2nd. $5. Bartow - 9:30 a.m., Einstein-9:45 a.m. and Dreiser 10 a.m.

New Smartphone Classes will begin Wednesday, September 7th in the JASA Bartow Avenue office. Beginners: 12:30 1:30 p.m. & Intermediate 1:30-2:30 p.m.

To register for one of the classes please call the JASA office 718-320-2066. BeginnersWaitlist.

Million Dollar Quartet – Wednesday, September 7th. $60. Westchester Broadway Theatre. Million Dollar Quartet is a smashhit musical inspired by musical recording sessions brought together by rock ‘n’ roll icons – Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis & Carl Perkins. Price includes lunch, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Show starts at 1 p.m.

Bartow – 9:15; Einstein – 9:30 & Dreiser – 9:45 a.m. 18 seats available.

Dine & Dance – Monday, September 12th. $4. 177 Dreiser Loop, Auditorium B, 11 a.m. -2 p.m. Entertainment by DJ Woody.

Tickets will be sold in all 3 senior centers.

Menu – Kosher – Roasted turkey wings, Mashed sweet potatoes & Red cabbage.

Non Kosher – Crispy baked fried chicken, Potato mash & Cauliflower. Dessert: Apple Strudels & juice.

Saturday Night Fever The Musical Friday, September 16th. $60. Westchester Broadway Theatre. A stage version of the extraordinarily successful 1977 movie, it is a jam-packed, dance crazed, fuel injected show. Price includes lunch 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Show starts at 1 p.m. Bartow – 9:15; Einstein – 9:30 & Dreiser – 9:45 a.m. 18 seats available.

Wal-Mart - Wednesday, September 21st. $15. Bartow – 8:30; Einstein – 8:45 & Dreiser – 9 a.m.

Laugh Out Loud Productions – Who Killed Mama Souprano (A Comedy)- Totowa, NJ, Thursday, September 22nd. $60.

Bartow – 9:30; Einstein – 9:45 & Dreiser – 10 a.m. Price includes complete luncheon including appetizer, salad, choice of three entrees, dessert, coffee or tea & soda.

Empire Casino – Monday, Sept 26th. $5. Bartow - 9:30; Einstein - 9:45 & Dreiser - 10 a.m.

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AARP Chapter #4997

Scheduling Activities Calendar

FYI: Time is running out….Almost time for you to make a decision to get involved with AARP Chapter #4997. The first fall meeting is scheduled for Monday, September 12th, 1 p.m. in Dreiser Community Center “A.” Mark your calendars NOW!!

NOTE: 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.

2016 Tour Activities November 15 (Tuesday): Ace in the Hole at the Royal Manor: A Tribute to the Temptations w/a family-style luncheon and shopping. Cost: $96. Contact Judith – 718 379-3370.

2017 Tour Activities March 17 – 24: 7-night Cruise to Cuba. Fly to Montego Bay, Jamaica; board Celestial cruise ship to Santiago de Cuba; Havana, Mariola Gorde, Cienfuigo.

Roundtrip airfare, tours, food, drinks, taxes and port fees all included; please pay your deposit A.S.A.P. as prices will go up if we lose cabins assigned to our group. Contact Judith – 718-379-3370.

—Delores Debnam

Einstein Cancer Fund

Engel Accepting Donations of School Supplies for Homeless Children at Co-op City Office Congressman Eliot Engel and the Coalition for the Homeless are once again working together to help New York City's homeless children get ready for school by taking part in "Project: Back to School," a drive to collect school supplies for the more than 23,000 school age children living in the city's homeless shelters.

Donations will be accepted until August 31st at Congressman Engel's Co-op City office, located at 177 Dreiser Loop, room 3, Bronx, NY 10475.

"As a former school teacher, this great initiative is particularly close to my heart, and I am so proud to support it once again," Congressman Engel said. "My office teams up with the Coalition for Project: Back to School every year, and I am always blown away by the response from the community. The people in my district are incredibly giving and it is through their kindness that so many underprivileged kids are given the tools to succeed in the classroom. I have no doubt this year’s drive, much like last year’s and the year before, will be a big success."

Items being collected for this year’s drive include, but are not limited to, backpacks, #2 pencils, hard & soft pencil cases, washable markers, crayons, colored pencils, Elmer’s glue, glue sticks, composition books, erasers, safety scissors, pencil sharpeners, rulers, 1” binders, pocket folders, ruled paper and scientific calculators.

Please remember to curb

your dog!

General Membership Meeting will be held on Tuesday, September 6 at 1:30 p.m. in room 38 at Einstein Community Center.

Tuesday, September 13, going to Resorts Casino.

Cost $35 p.p. and casino slot $25. Time of pick up at 8 a.m. at Einstein Loop followed by Asch Loop and Dreiser Loop. Don't forget your valid photo ID and your casino card.

“Born Yesterday” at Hunterdon Hills Playhouse: April 26th, 2017. Cost per person, $79, which can be paid off by April 1st, 2017. A small deposit of $5 or more will hold your reservation. You will be issued receipts for your deposits. “Born Yesterday” was a huge comedy hit on film which featured Judy Holiday.

You will enjoy this show and for those who saw the movie.

For the above trips, please call Lydia at 718-6713005 or Annie Eutsey, 718-320-1874, for dues and donations.

As always, remember to give a call to the homebound and those in nursing homes. Your call 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

Goose Island Seniors Bingo: Sunday, August 28th at 1:30 p.m. in room 39. All are welcome, members and non-members.

Refreshments and snacks will be served. Bring your markers or dabbers.

Resorts Casino at Atlantic City, NJ - Tuesday, August 30th. Come this Tuesday, and have an enjoyable day by the Jersey Shore. Spend time on the beach or walk the famous boardwalk. Price: $33. Rebate is $25 slot play. Pick-up time is 8 a.m. at our 3 usual bus stops: Einstein Loop; Asch Loop (by library) and Dreiser Loop (in front of the hardware store). The bus is USA Coach. Bring your Resorts ID card with you.

This Tuesday. Come on time.

Bingo: Wednesday, August 31st, at 1:30 p.m., with Stephen in our club room 39. Members only. Admission is $1.25 for 3 cards and .25¢ each game. Win up to $7 each game and the full card is even more. Refreshments and snacks will be served.

Indoor Picnic: Saturday, September 17, at I 2:30 p.m. Members only. Come party with us in our club room 39. Free food, music, and dancing.

"Mama Mia" at Westchester Broadway Dinner

Theatre, Elmsford, NY - Wednesday, June 7, 2017.

Come and have a great day with us. Price is $79, includes dinner, show and transportation. We only have 40 seats. Only a few seats left. First come, first served. A small deposit will hold your seat at theatre.

See Ann or Mary.

Happy birthday and happy anniversary to all members who celebrate their day in the month of August: Nora Singer, Rose F. Koerner, Sylvia Polite, Bonnie Silverman, Evelyn Foster, Miriam Rodriguez, Ella Thome, Joan Evans, Loraine Melora and Evelyn Turner. (September) Loretta Palomeno.

For more information, 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.

Wanted: Maj jong players. Please call 718-3799613. If you like to join in a game or have your own game, come and join us Tuesdays and Thursdays at 1:30 p.m. in room 39. Members only.

—Mary Pilla GOOD HEALTH TO ALL.

Please do not slam your door when entering or exiting your apartment.

Be considerate of your neighbors.

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Reflections

by Rabbi Solomon I. Berl Spiritual Leader of Young Israel Synagogue Before there was electricity, people had to resort to candle light during the evening hours.

Light is the source of many illuminating stories in Jewish literature. One telling tale tells how a man, deeply troubled, was once wandering restlessly through the streets of the European village in which he lived. He knew that he had sinned but he did not know how he could make amends.

He happened to pass a little shop and through the window he saw a tailor repairing a garment by the light of a flickering candle. The man went into the shop and said, “It is late at night, the candle is almost out, and you are obviously very weary. Why don’t you stop?� The tailor replied, “As long as the candle is burning, we can still mend.� The man gazed at the industrious tailor and his spirits lifted. “As long as we live,� he thought, “we have a chance to correct our mistakes.�

As long as we live, we have to opportunity to repent, to change, to improve, to do good. As long as the fire of life burns in us, there is hope.

Young Israel of Co-op City Young Israel of Co-op City (lower level of 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 candle-lighting time. Saturday morning services start at

9 a.m. Rabbi Berl delivers his sermon at 10:30 a.m.

The Rabbi’s class on the Torah reading of the week begins one hour before sunset every Saturday afternoon.

For office hours or any information you may seek, feel free to call (718) 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.

Temple Beth El The High Holidays are just around the corner and you are invited to worship with Chavurah Temple Beth El of Co-op City.

All services are to be held in Dreiser, Room 9.

Services are as follows: Evening, Rosh Hashanah Sunday, October 2, 8 p.m.

Morning, Rosh Hashanah Monday, October 3, 10:30 a.m.

Kol Nidre Tuesday evening, October 11, 7:30 p.m.

Yom Kippur Day, Wednesday, October 12 Morning Service – 10 a.m.

Public Yiskor – 1:00 p.m.

Public Yiskor – 2:30 p.m.

Mincha & Neliah – 4:00 p.m.

There is no charge for tickets for all

services.

Tickets are being mailed out to all our members, along with the form for names to be read or added on our Yartzeit list. If you have names you wish to have read, please fill out the form and mail it back.

Please come and worship with us, as many of you have done in the past.

On Yom Kippur, we will read the list of the departed loved ones who are dear to your hearts and are on our Temple Yartzeit list, and the names of those that have also been given to us.

For further information, please email Rabbi Dennis Tobin at RabbiDennis Tobin@aol.com or call him at 973-7693915.

We look forward to beginning the year of 5777 with you and your families. —Rabbi Dennis Tobin

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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 August 20th at 8:29 p.m.

CANDLE LIGHTING for Friday, August 26th is 7:18 p.m.

The Synagogue has Services Friday night at Sundown, Saturday morning at 9 a.m. After Services we always have a kiddish. We need all Jewish men, if you can give two hours Saturday between 10 a.m. and noon, we need your help to make a minyon; it would be a blessing. Why don’t you start the New Year on a high note.

Your help would be greatly appreciated. DRESS IS CASUAL, NO SUITS REQUIRED. GOOD AND WELFARE: We sell TREE CERTIFICATES in Honor or Memory of a loved one. The cost is only $15 per tree. Mazol Tov, to all having Simchas. If you are feeling under the weather, we wish you a speedy recovery.

AUGUST BIRTHDAYS: Wishing Howard and Steven Schwartz, Barbara Rose a happy and healthy birthday, and many more.

BINGO: Our next BINGO will be on Sunday, September 18th at 1 p.m. The cost is only $3 admission, which includes refreshments and 10 games of Bingo.

Also there is a Jackpot Game which costs $2. This is a three-part game which you have a chance to win $30, if you win all three games. Everyone in the community is invited to come to our Bingo games. Have an afternoon of fun with your neighbors.

Your support of the Traditional Synagogue is greatly appreciated.

Thanks. —Gary Schwartz

Men’s Club of Traditional Synagogue Try your Luck with the Men’s Club.

SUNDAY, September 25, will be our next Casino Trip to the Resorts Casino in Atlantic City.

Everyone in the community, who is over 21 years old, can attend our trips and functions. You need a Resorts Card, or a Government Picture ID, Passport, Non or Drivers License to receive the Bonus. If you don’t have a card the Casino will issue you a card so you’ll receive the bonus.

On the bus we provide a drink, snack, play bingo, 50/50 raffle and show a movie on the way back. We keep you entertained; the trip goes fast to Atlantic City.

Our past trip on August 22, was a success thanks to all our articles in the local papers, our helpers, and all the people who came on the trip.

Everybody who went to the Magic Illusion Show had amazing time. Also the Illusionist called a lady from our group on stage to perform a card trick. After the show you were able to take photos with them.

PLEASE NOTE WE WILL HAVE NO TRIPS IN OCTOBER BECAUSE OF THE JEWISH HOLIDAYS. 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.

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 at 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 good health, and enjoy the rest of the summer season. —Gary Schwartz

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Co-op City Baptist Church

Evangelical Church of Co-op City – UMC

Rev. Dr. Sheldon E. Williams and the Co-op City Baptist Church family invite you to join us tomorrow at 9:00 a.m. for worship service. Summer hours are in effect through Sunday, September 11 with one service at 9:00 a.m. each Sunday.

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.

Mid-week service, all Bible study classes and all prayer services are suspended for the summer. Sunday School is also suspended for the summer.

Family and Friends Day will be held on Sunday, September 11 at 9 a.m. in Room 45, Einstein Center. The theme is “Love overflows and Joy never ends in a Home that’s blessed with Family and Friends” (Acts 11:14). All are invited to join us for this celebratory service.

The Building Fund Ministry is sponsoring a Gospel Explosion featuring the Ecstatistics. The Co-op City Baptist Church Choir and other entertainment on Saturday, October 8 (3 to 6 p.m.) at 177 Dreiser Loop, Auditorium B. Donation Adults $50, Children $25 ages 6-17. Dinner is included in the donation. For tickets or additional information, call 646-418-7102, 347-290-3081 or the church at 718-320-3774.

Co-op City Intergenerational Outreach Center is pleased to announce that their Second Community Awards Ceremony will be held on Friday, October 21, at 6:30 p.m. at the Eastwood Manor. Tickets are $75.00. The distinguished honorees are Colville Ivor Bascom, President of the North Bronx Youth Sports Association; Rev. Dr. Calvin E. Owens, Pastor of Community Protestant Church; Milagrina, Educator, Co-op City Daycare Center (now closed); Dr. Anderson Torres, CEO of R.A.I.N., Inc and a representative from the legal field. For tickets or additional information call the church at 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 addition 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

Open Doors, Open Hearts and Open Minds

Pentecostal Tabernacle

Co-op City Pentecostal Tabernacle welcomes everyone to worship with them at 100 Co-op City Blvd., Building 22 A, Bronx, N.Y. 10475. Tel. 718-324-0334 or 718-320-4218.

Sundays: Sunday school for all age groups starts at 10:30 a.m. Worship service starts at 11:45 a.m.; Evangelistic service at 7:30 p.m.

Wednesdays: Prayer and fasting service will be held each morning starting at 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Prayer meeting and Bible study at 7:30 p.m.

Fridays: Youth service begins at 7:30 p.m.

Focus: The purpose of Pentecost: Acts 1: 1-8 The former treatise have I made, O Theophilus, of all that Jesus began both to do and teach, Until the day in which he was taken up, after that he through the Holy Ghost had given commandments unto to the apostles whom he had chosen. To whom also he showed himself alive after his passion by many infallible proofs, been seen of them forty days, and speaking of the things pertaining to the kingdom of God: And, being assemble together with them, commanded them that they should not depart from Jerusalem, but wait for the promise of the Father which, saith he, ye have heard of me. For John truly baptized with water; but ye shall be baptized with the Holy Ghost not many days hence. When they therefore were come together, they asked of him, saying, Lord, will thou at this time restore again the kingdom to Israel? And He said unto them, it is not for you to know the time and seasons, which the father hath put in his own power. But ye shall receive power, after that the Holy Ghost is come upon you: And he shall be witnesses unto me both in Jerusalem, and in all Judaea, and in Samaria, and unto the uttermost part of the earth.

Receiving the Holy Ghost is an essential part of salvation. It regenerates believers through the new birth experience, and it enlightens, and encourages them in their new life with Christ.

Jesus told Nicodemus a ruler of the Jews: Verily, Verily, I say unto thee, Except a man be born of the water and of the spirit, he cannot enter into the Kingdom of God. That which is born of the flesh is flesh, and that which is born of the spirit is spirit. {St. John 3:5-6} The power believers receive when they are filled with the Holy Ghost in {Acts 1:8} not only empowers them as witnesses, but it also enables them to connect with Christ daily in relationship and spiritual life. The Holy Spirit is a believer’s spiritual life line. Our day is one of unprecedented allurements of the world and temptations of the flesh. Perhaps worldly temptations are no worse in substance or in number today than in previous generations. However, the present multimedia culture with the advent of computers, internet, and smart phones delivers a multitude of temptations directly to individuals. Surrounded by such temptations, it is essential for today’s believers to have an empowering daily relationship with Jesus Christ through the Holy Spirit.

—Rev. R. Sibblies, Pastor

Come and visit us – we welcome you to God’s House – Your House – One Family in Christ. We are a congregation with spirit-filled worship, offering opportunities for spiritual growth, fellowship and service to God and our community.

We are a multi-ethnic, multi-cultural and bilingual congregation and all are welcome.

Services are at the church at 2350 Palmer Avenue, across the street from Building 30. Parking is available. Our phone number is (718) 320-3795; leave a message if there is no answer. Pastor Magaly Beltré is at the church on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays.

Sunday Services – The first Sunday of the month is a bilingual service with communion, service starts at 10:00 a.m. Every other Sunday the English service is at 10:00 a.m. and the Spanish Service is at noon. Remember the importance of worship & fellowship of all who believe and have a relationship with the Lord.

Prayer Night (English) & Prayer Morning (Spanish): The Lord said “whenever two or more are gathered in my name I am in the midst of them.” Matthew 18:20. Tuesday evenings from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Friday at noon to 1:00 p.m. Come and bring your prayer needs so we can pray together. Remember that prayer brings many blessings, which God has promised to all his children.

Music School: The music school is having registration for the fall semester.

They offer piano, guitar, drums, violin, voice and many other instruments. Registration is free and rates are very reasonable. Come to the church Monday through Friday in the afternoons and see Maestro Frank Colon to register. You can call Maestro at (917) 753-3644. The music school is open to all ages from 5 years old to 100 years young.

Women’s Fellowship: The first Saturday of every month from 10 a.m. – noon.

Men’s Fellowship: The last Saturday of every month from 10 a.m. – noon.

Flea Market: We will be having our Flea Market on Saturday, September 17, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. If you are interested in being a vendor contact Pauline at 718 320-1552 (mornings between 8 & 10 a.m. and evenings between 5 and 9 p.m.) or call the church and leave a message 718 320-3795. Cost is $30 per spot. You can come to the church to get an application and pay for your spot. All vendors must provide their own tables.

—Barbara Penn

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Videos on the website include a survivor’s fire story and how alcohol use can increase fire risk. The website is put out by The People’s Burn Foundation and has groups on Facebook, Twitter and YouTube. Every year, awareness of this hazard increases. If your child is going off to college, be sure to take steps to insure their safety.

College students also need to be aware of the fact that callers with bad intentions may intentionally target blocks of campus and off-campus telephone numbers.

Callers may try to obtain information from students under false pretences. College students can be the victimof identity theft or other types of scams. Telephone calls obscene in nature may also be received. Students should use caution and never give out personal information over the telephone to somebody they do not know. Campus and local police should be notified of any incidents.

Last week’s article featured “Back to school safety tips” for elementary to high school age students. As we approach the last weeks of summer, we remind cooperators of these summer rules. Consumer fireworks of any type are highly dangerous and are illegal in New York State. Zero-tolerance enforcement will be conducted by the Co-op City Department of Public Safety, as well as the New York City Police Department.

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

Have a safe and healthy summer. Use caution near pools, beaches and other bodies of water. Ocean beaches are particularly dangerous this time of the year due to the effects of offshore tropical storms. Only swim in areas where and when lifeguards are on duty. Parents must supervise children at all times. Never swim alone.

If summer fun includes consuming alcoholic beverages, be sure not to operate a motor vehicle. Also be sure to buckle your seatbelt, obey speed limits and avoid distractions when driving. Always remember, if you see something, say something. Call 9-1-1 and the Department of Public Safety at (718) 671-3050 or online at www.ccpd.us. Callers may remain anonymous when giving information. The Co-op City Department of Public Safety would like to thank all persons who have called in suspicious activity or sent information via our website. It is by your actions that the crime rate remains low and a high quality of life is maintained.

Co-op City is a diverse community with people of all ages, abilities and characteristics. All persons should remember to respect each other and embrace their differences. Don’t forget to say hello to your neighbors when you pass each other in the hallway or in the street.

Co-op City strives to accommodate all persons. As Stevie Wonder said at the Grammys, “We need to make every single thing accessible to every person with a disability.” It is also important to remember that not all disabilities are visible. Someone who appears to be healthy may have a physical or developmental disability.

August is known as Cataract Awareness Month, Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month and Children’s Vision and Learning Month. This is a good opportunity to learn about disabilities or conditions that may affect your friends, family members or neighbors. It is also a good opportunity to schedule an eye examination.

Knowledge is power, the more you learn, the stronger you become.

Co-op City Department of Public Safety (718) 671-3050 www.ccpd.us If you SEE something, SAY something!

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EMERGENCY SERVICE

FATHER & SON

L & L APPLIANCE REPAIR

Top Quality Work - Painting, Plastering, Wallpapering, 9/24 Floor Sanding, Refinishing, Waxing.

• ALL MAKES & MODELS • Stoves • Washers • Dryers •Lamps • Dishwashers • Refrigerators • Bags • Hoses • Belts • Vacuum Cleaners

Call Wesley 212.996.7347 or Handyman

Family Owned & Operated Since 1954 NYC License #1233497 10% DISCOUNT Fully Insured

No Job Too Big - or Too Small! Cabinetry, Painting, Tiles, Electrical, Plumbing, All General Appliance Repair, Carpentry.

My Motto - Honest, Reliable, Fair.

DARREN HANDYMAN EXTRAORDINAIRE

(except vacuums)

917-541-6528.

718.792.2655

2951 Middletown Road, Bronx, NY 10461 (Near Pelham Bay Station)

10/8

Cleaning Service

A BEE CLEANING • Call 718-798-4259 Cleaning or Carpet Cleaning Cleaning - $90 Basic Cleaning 2 rooms of Carpet Cleaning - $120 SPOONER DOMESTIC SERVICE • • • •

917.325.5334

9/24

11/19

Basic Cleaning $90 • Deep Cleaning $130 Non-Medical Senior Care — $80 4 Hour Minimum + 8.78% sales tax Bonded • 7 Days • Accept Cash, Pay-Pal

www.spoonercleaning.com (718) 320-5112 7/15/17

9/24

Home Improvement

1-800-479-2667 CO-OP SALES - JASON LASH

• ALL HANDYMAN SERVICES • VERTICAL & MINI BLINDS • SINK VANITIES • SPACE SAVERS • MATCHING HAMPERS • BATHTUB ENCLOSURES • CLIP-ON MIRROR FRAMES

Breathe Easy

• RANGE HOODS We BEAT • LIGHT FIXTURES Any • KITCHEN CABINETS • CABINET REFACING Quote!

• COUNTERTOPS • CUSTOM CLOSET MIRROR DOORS • CUSTOM WALL MIRRORS

Grout & Carpet Cleaning Co-op City Resident Specials

Elim in Bugsate 8/27

CO-OP SALES BLINDS!

Upholstery/Blinds

Vertical, Mini, Wood, Pleats

www.co-opsales.info DON’T PAY MORE AT YOUR LOCAL HARDWARE STORE!

YOUR AD HERE! Call for rates!

718-320-3300 x3384

8/27

REUPHOLSTERING

Custom Craftsmen - 40 yrs. experience.

Sofas & Chairs upholstered; Slipcovers-Fabric & Plastic; Kitchen Chairs - $8.99 & up.

Caning; Venetian Blinds; Drapes - Custom made Refinishing, Touch up & Polishing of Furniture

STYLISH DECORATORS • 718.881.7691 3314 White Plains Rd. • Bronx, NY 10467

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Co-op City Times / August 27, 2016