Building 33 Association

Good morning, cooperators.

The Building 33 Association would like to thank all cooperators who attended the building meeting on June 22 with our invited guest, Riverbay Executive General Manager Marvin L. Walton. As per Mr. Walton, “This is a new day at Riverbay and things are about to change!” We believe he is what we need to get Co-op City back to its original grandeur. What is most important is we all must be on the same page and do our part. You are owners here, not renters! Every inch of Co-op City belongs to us and we have to treat it as such! So please, stop thinking like this place does not belong to you because it does! And please, pick up the Co-op City Times every Saturday and read Mr. Walton’s message, and other articles to keep up with what is happening in your community.

Do you realize our electric bill is the highest bill we have? Those lights some of you are running on your terrace all year, we all are paying for that! Is it fair? No! Would you be running those lights if you owned a house and paid a bill every month? Probably not. Take your laundry down to the laundry room like everyone else. And what is it with the compactor rooms? There are notices on the wall explaining how the garbage is to be handled, and you still leave raw the worst! And we will not even talk about the voting debacle. All of you who did not vote should be ashamed. We really do not know what some of you are thinking, but you are not being a good neighbor.

I know you are thinking, all she does is complain. Well, when the complaints come to me, I have to relay them to you. Let us all do the right thing where no one has anything to complain about! How about that? Let us try it.

The Association would like to wish all of our shareholders who have birthdays in July a very happy birthday. With everything happening in the world today, yours. Also, enjoy your July 4th holiday. Hopefully, you will be able to picnic we are all praying for you. If there is something you need and the Association can help, contact us at amayo14033@gmail.com.

Take care everyone and walk good!

––Andrea D. Mayo

Mission Statement: Our mission is to secure the political, educational, social, and economic equality of rights in order to eliminate race-based discrimination and ensure the health and well-being of all persons. Known as the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP), it profoundly affected the struggle for civil rights and the course of 20th Century American History.

Happy Anniversary: The NAACP Co-op City Branch was established in 1973. Save the date and join us as we celebrate this occasion on October 15 at Scavello’s on the Island. More details will follow. In recognition of the years in this community, we have a 50th Anniversary Commemorative Pin. You can purchase yours now for $20 each.

“NAACP New York State Conference President Hazel N. Dukes is being awarded the NAACP Spingarn Medal in recognition of her years of transformative advocacy and brave leadership. The medal will be presented at the Spingarn Freedom Fund Awards Dinner during the 114th National Convention in Boston.

“The NAACP Spingarn Medal acknowledges the highest or noblest achieveyear or years. Dukes will be recognized for the immense impact she has had on the Association through her various leadership roles including serving as the current President of the NY State Conference.” –Amsterdam News

“Dr. Dukes is a woman of profound strength and courage, who has served and New Yorkers while bringing about lasting change that will be felt in the Black community for generations to come. Our network of 2 million activists continues to be inspired by, and learn from Dr. Dukes’ tireless pursuit of justice. We are incredibly proud of the work she has done for us and are honored to present Dr. Dukes with our highest distinction.” –NAACP President & CEO, Derrick Johnson

The NAACP National Convention is an empowering and immersive experience held each year to celebrate our community’s collective power. Registration for the National Convention is open online and will continue through July 27. ACT-SO Competition is July 26-29, and the Convention will take place in Boston from July 28-31. For more information, visit: www.naacp.org/convention.

Follow us on Facebook: Co-op City NAACP – Become a member, gift a membership or upgrade your membership: join the NAACP to help us do the work. Annual Adult: $30. Youth: $10. Silver Life: $750. Make checks/money orders payable to: NAACP Co-op City, mail to: NAACP Co-op City Einstein Station, P.O. Box 75-3111, Bronx, N.Y. 10475

––Brenda Brown

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Greetings, Retirees and friends.

Welcome to July! We wish you and your family a happy 4th of July. May

Trip Committee

16. Tickets are $50 with a free slot play of $25. The bus for this trip will pick up

Membership – New members and renewing members can remit a check for

Happy Birthday credibly happy birthday and continued peace and happiness throughout the year. Condolences depresses those who remember how hard it was to secure the right for it not to be utilized. We, the older members, fought extremely hard to get the right to the membership can be sent to Mrs. Wilson for publication.

Good and Welfare – We extend our well wishes and prayers to all who are General Meeting – Our next meeting will be held in September following our summer break.

We wish everyone a wonderful and safe summer.

We are here to serve – not to be served.

––Ann Purnell

––Georgianna Rodriguez

Harrah’s Casino

Resorts Casino

Maryland-Washington Crabfeast Trip

Nordic Lodge, Foxwoods Casino and Tanger Outlets – August 12. Sold

Nordic Lodge

Caesar’s Casino The Spinners

Notary Bingo Game Day

To all members:

You MUST be 60+ years of age to pick up your box the day of distribution. Boxes will not be held after this day!

Sick and Shut-in: Zelle goose.island@optonline.net.

––Stephen Roberts Sr.

We are Shareholders, not Tenants! Show Pride in Your Home and Community! Be a Responsible Cooperator!

ALL JASA OFFICES CLOSED – Tues., July 4th, in celebration of Independence Day.

Computer Learning Class with Steve will return to Bartow Center, Room 31, Thurs., 1:00 p.m. -2:00 p.m. starting Thurs, July 13th various sizes. If you or someone you know can use 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Mon.-Fri., FREE.

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Tues., August 22, $135, payment due July 7th – no refunds, credit issued. Deluxe Motor Coach transportation, enjoy food throughout the day, Bingo, dancing, DJ, swimming and much more. T-shirts for the event, give your size when you register. Pick-ups: Bartow, 8 a.m.; Dreiser, 8:15 a.m.; and

Einstein, 8:30 a.m. Call 718-320-2066 or JASA

Spanish Workshops – Talleres de Alimentacion - Make Healthy Eating Part of your Lifestyle/ Convierta la Alimentation Saludable en parte Integrante de su Vida, Wed., July 5, JASA NORC of-

– 2nd Wed. of every month in rear of JASA NORC

Steel Drum Classes on Wednesdays,1 p.m. to 3

Thursdays 9 a.m.-12

Tues., 9 a.m.10:30 a.m.; Weds. and Thurs., 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Ein

Thurs., 9 a.m.-12 p.m.; 718-320-2066, appointment only.

Thurs 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Dial-in number: 929-205-6099; Meeting ID: 862 5043 9695; Passcode: 896989.

Mon., 12 p.m.-1 p.m., Bartow Center, Room 31. Wed. and Fri., 12 p.m.-1 p.m., Dreiser Center, Room 2. Einstein OAC at 718-671-5161 for appointment for 1 st & 3 rd Wed., 9 a.m.-11 a.m. Braids, haircuts, shape-up, twist, ponytails, curls and more.

Mon., 1 p.m.-3 p.m.

– Tues., 10 a.m. -12 p.m., and Thurs., 2 p.m.-4 p.m. Please call 718671-5161.

For information, please call: (718) 320-2066. Schedule subject to change without notice. Payments for trips at the Bartow office can be made Monday – Friday: 9 a.m.-12 p.m., & only by: The NYC Department for the Aging, The NYS Office for the Aging and Riverbay Corporation.

Time: 10-11 a.m. Zoom only for now, 1-646-876-9923; Meeting ID: 995 6534 1173; Passcode: 855423

Our scripture verse for 2023 is: “And he answering said, Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy strength, and with all thy mind; and thy neighbour as thyself.”

Co-op City Times / July 1, 2023

it Save the Dates Church Picnic –“Moses” at the Sight and Sound Theatre ship Service on the following days.

- lost loved ones and good health and wellness for all.

––Brenda Brown

June 25 Worship Service: Scripture:

The Section 5 Association hopes all in Section 5 are doing well and enjoying the weather that is hot one day and cool the next. The respective of- ther notice.

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“Coming together is a beginning. Keeping together is progress. Working together is success.” –Henry Ford.

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Amid ongoing concerns about the Coronavirus COVID-19, McCall’s Bronxwood Funeral Home is closely monitoring the latest reports from the CDC and is fully committed to providing the funeral and memorial services you expect without interruption, in a clean and hygenic environment.

St. Joseph’s is located at 155 Dreiser Loop, lower level, Co-op City, Bronx, NY 10475. E-mail: stjosephsepc@aol.com. Church phone number: 718-3200844. Priest-in-Charge: Fr. Simeon O. Johnson, cell: 917-227-4303.

Greetings! Due to the ongoing pandemic and related repairs to our space, St. Joseph’s Church has made some adjustment to our schedule of services until further notice. We are gradually getting back to normal.

Father Johnson will conduct worship service in-person at the church on July 2 at 9 a.m. as well as via teleconference. The usual teleconference weekday prayers at noon will also continue.

To participate by teleconference, please dial 1-425-436-6344, Access Code: 509 898, followed by the # sign.

The winery bus trip last Saturday went very well. Many thanks to the church members, relatives, friends, volunteers and of course, a very big thank you to our very special donor who donated bags with essentials. We had a good time.

Please stay tuned for upcoming events.

Grace and Peace!

Merville Chambers

147 Dreiser Loop , Bronx, NY 10475.

Don’t Waste Your Youth

Complete sermon on Facebook (circleofchristchurch)

Being a youth in today’s society can be confusing, scary and exhilarating. There are so many challenges and opportunities that the choices can be overwhelming. Where can a young person look when help is needed? First, they must look to those who love them for counsel, but if they are not available, God’s word has proven true throughout the ages.

(1 Timothy 4:12) “Don’t let anyone look down on you because you are young, but set an example for the believers in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith, and in purity.”

Be an example: (Ecclesiastes 12:1) “Remember your Creator in the days of your youth before the days of trouble come and the years approach when you

Enjoy your strength and ability but remember that it will diminish, so develop spiritual muscles.

Speech – (Colossians 4:6) “Let your conversation be always full of grace, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how to answer everyone.”

Conduct – (Philippians 4:5) “Let your gentle spirit [your graciousness, unis near.”

Love – (1 Corinthians 13:4) “Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, and it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, and always perseveres.”

Faith – (Hebrews 11:1) assurance about what we do not see.”

Purity – (Psalm 119:9) “How can a young person stay on the path of purity? By living according to your word.”

Intentionally look for mentors. Men and women who have traveled the path you are on and have the scars and bruises to prove it. Do not fall in love with and peace of God settle deep in your soul.

Schedule

Sunday: Spanish Service, 9 a.m.; English Service, 11:30 a.m.

Tuesday: Bible Study on YouTube from 7-8:30 p.m.

Thursday: Nonperishable food distribution from 12 p.m.-2 p.m.; Prayer, 10 a.m.-11:30 a.m. and Prayer Group/Bible Study, 6:30 p.m.-8 p.m.

Friday: In-person Spanish Bible Study from 12 p.m.-2 p.m.; Youth Service (Operation Grace), 6:30 p.m.-9 p.m.

Saturday

Women’s Fellowship, second Sat. of the month, 12 p.m.-3 p.m. Young Adults, third Saturday of the month, 12 p.m.-3 p.m.

Men’s Fellowship, fourth Sat. of the month

Couples Fellowship, dates will be announced during services

Blessings in Christ.

––Pastor Luis F. Ramos Jr.

month. The bus only makes one stop in Co-op City: between 10:30 a.m. and 3 p.m. by the Bartow Mall on Co-op City Boulevard.

Some services offered by the bus are:

• Help with reduced-fare applications

• Transfer MetroCard balances (both full fare and reduced-fare)

• Exchange a damaged reduced-fare MetroCard for a temporary replacement

• Report a lost/stolen reduced-fare MetroCard

• Help with any MetroCard-related issues

For more MetroCard information, please visit new.mta.info/fares.

The synagogue would appreciate donations to keep our shul open. If you would like to help, go to www.Gofundme.com/Traditional-Synagogue-of-Coop-City to donate.

The synagogue will be serving a hot Kiddush meal after Sabbath morning services. Entrance to our synagogue for Saturday services is on the side door of Building 27B. Saturday morning services will start at 10 a.m.

General Information

The Traditional Synagogue is located in Section 5, 120 Erdman Place in the -

The synagogue has services on Saturday morning starting at 10 a.m. After services, we always have a kiddush.

The synagogue has a Facebook page: Traditional Synagogue.

The synagogue needs donations. Whatever amount you can donate, big or small, would help. The synagogue needs men to help make a minyan. There are a lot of Jewish men who live in Co-op City who do not come to services. Please come by 10 a.m., so we can take out the Torah.

The Traditional Synagogue is the only synagogue in Co-op City.

Sabbath ends on Saturday, July 1, at 9:23 p.m.

Candle lighting for Friday, July 7, at 8:09 p.m.

Good and Welfare –one. The cost is only $15 per tree. If you want to buy a tree, call 347-449-5005. Mazel Tov, to all having simchas. If you are ill, we wish you good health. If you asked the Rabbi to say prayers for a sick person, you should make your donation to the synagogue.

To All Members – Happy birthday to all of our members who will be celebrating their birthday or anniversary in July. Please send me your name and I will add it to the list.

Fun and Games – After services and Kiddush, members play games. Your support for the Traditional Synagogue is greatly appreciated. Wishing all our members and friends peace and good health.

––Bruce Gitelson

Rev. Dr. Sheldon E. Williams and the Co-op City Baptist Church family invite you to join us for Worship Service tomorrow in-person at 8 a.m. and 11 a.m. We are located at 135 Einstein Loop, Room 50 (lower level). Masks are required. The 11 a.m. service is also available on Zoom at https://us04web. zoom.us/j/9623430102 or Zoom Telephone Conference Line: 646-568-7788; Conference ID: 962 343 0102; Password: 788175#.

The Church Free Call Conference.com Line dial-in number is 857-357-0254, Access Code is 660065#.

Beginning tomorrow, July 2, we will have one service at 9 a.m. Our regular 8 a.m. and 11 a.m. service will resume September 17. The attire during the summer will be casual dress.

On July 9 at 9:00 a.m., we will celebrate Christian Education Recognition Day. The Guest Speaker will be Rev. Beverly A. Spruill, Associate Minister at Cosmopolitan Church of the Lord Jesus, Bronx, NY. The theme is “Teaching God’s People to Walk in the Lord” (Psalm 86:11). All are welcome to attend.

Rev. Williams asks everyone to call into the Sunday Worship service or Wednesday Bible class using Zoom through your computer or dialing in using the Zoom information shown above.

Sunday School is on hiatus during the summer and will resume on September 17 at 9:30 a.m.

Wednesday Bible Study classes is on hiatus for the summer. Both the 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. Bible Study classes will resume on September 13.

Prayer Warriors Prayer service is held on Thursdays at 12 p.m. Prayer Service is also held on Fridays at 10 a.m.

Friday Evening Prayer Service is on hiatus and will resume September 8 at 7:30 p.m.

The church has a free app available on your app store by searching for “Co Op CBC.” This app is open to all.

Please keep each other in prayer and be wise in your decisions. Please continue to mask-up, practice social distancing and stay safe!

“God will strengthen us as we continue to travel through this storm. God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.” (Psalm 46:1)

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

Public Safety

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ALL CONSUMER FIREWORKS ARE ILLEGAL IN NEW YORK CITY.

INDIVIDUALS BUYING, SELLING OR USING FIREWORKS WILL BE SUBJECT TO ARREST. THE CO-OP CITY DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY WILL STRICTLY ENFORCE LAWS RELATIVE TO THE USE OF ILLEGAL FIREWORKS.