Co-op City Times 09/02/2023

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SPOTTED LANTERNFLY SPOTTED LANTERNFLY (SLF) IS AN INVASIVE PEST from Asia that prefers to feed on tree-of-heaven, an invasive tree species, but will also feed on - and harm - important New York State crops and plants. Grapes, hops, fruit trees, maples, and walnuts are all at risk. We need your help to protect agriculture in New York State, so please report SLF if you see it.

SLF life cycle stages from nymph to adult:

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Seen from May until July

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Seen from July until December

SPOTTED LANTERNFLY (SLF) (Lycorma delicatula)

If you believe you’ve seen the invasive spotted lanternfly, please send a photo and the location to:

To find out more, please visit: www.agriculture.ny.gov/ spottedlanternfly

spottedlanternfly@agriculture.ny.gov

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DR. LEWIS WOLSTEIN Podiatrist – Foot Specialist • Practicing in Co-op City since 1975 • Board Certified in Foot Surgery • ALL conditions of the foot treated • Evening and Saturday appointments • Most health insurance plans accepted Se Habla Español

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718.671.7226 100 DeKruif Place

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

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Bronx BP Gibson to Host 9/11 Anniversary On Wednesday, Sept. 6, 5-6 p.m., Bronx Borough President Vanessa Gibson will host the 22nd 9/11 Anniversary at AMC Bay Plaza.

Each year, the 9/11 Memorial & Museum produces the 9/11 Anniversary Digital Learning Experience, a unique, 30-min. ¿ OP KLJKOLJKWLQJ ¿ UVW SHUVRQ DF counts of the attacks and aftermath.

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For tickets, you may scan the QR code here. For more info., contact Cecelia Hernandez, 703-6-82502.

Assemblyman’s Co-op City Lobby Visits Assemblyman Michael Benedetto will continue his Lobby Visit series in September according to the following schedule: Wednesday, Sept. 6, 120 Co-op City Blvd.

Wednesday, Sept. 13, 140 Bellamy Loop Wed., Sept. 20, 120 Darrow Pl. Tues., Sept. 26, 140 DeKruif Pl. All visits are from 5:15 p.m.-7 p.m.

Domestic Violence

The Department of Public Safety reminds shareholders that if they are threatened or are being subjected to Domestic Violence, help is available. To get help, call 1-800-621-HOPE for the NYC Domestic Violence Hotline, or 311 and ask for the Domestic Violence Hotline.

Next CB #10 Meeting Community Board #10’s full Board meeting and public hearing will be held on Thursday, Sept.

21, 7 p.m., at Fort Schuyler House, 3077 Cross Bronx Expressway.

For more information, please contact CB #10 at (718) 892-1161.

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Public Safety Report

Co-op City Department of Public Safety Offers “Back to School” Safety Tips

As summer goes off into the sunset, the Department of Public Safety would like to remind residents of the following tips to keep everyone safe for the “Back to School” season. Drivers, parents and students each have a role in assuring a safe school year.

This is a good opportunity to take time out of your busy schedule to make sure that all members of your household are familiar with the safety rules that pertain to them.

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Public Safety Blotter August 20 – August 26, 2023 August 20, 2023 served on the Ring doorbell camera 753 Co-op City Blvd. removing a package from in front of CCPD responded to a call of shots the neighbor’s apartment door and ¿ UHG QHDU WKH 3HDU7UHH 0DOO MXVW RII walking off in an unknown direction.

Riverbay property. Bystanders re100 Erskine Place SRUWHG WZR PDOH RFFXSDQWV À HHLQJ WKH A cooperator reported a conscene in a black BMW vehicle and ¿ UPHG GHOLYHUHG SDFNDJH ZDV UH DQRWKHU PDOH À HHLQJ WKH VFHQH RQ IRRW moved from the lobby of the buildtowards Garage 3. CCPD canvassed ing by an unknown individual.

WKH DUHD ZLWK 1<3' ZLWK QHJDWLYH August 23, 2023 results. A cooperator returning home 140 DeKruif Place shortly after this incident reported a CCPD responded to a call of a parkbullet hole in her window and wall. ing condition in the circle of DeKruif 1<3' ZDV QRWL¿ HG DQG RQ VFHQH Place. While correcting the parking 1A Debs Place condition, a young male cooperator While on routine patrol, CCPD who was acting disorderly was placed RI¿ FHUV REVHUYHG D YHKLFOH SDUNHG under arrest and issued a Criminal LOOHJDOO\ E\ D ¿ UH K\GUDQW 8SRQ Court Summons for Disorderly Coninvestigation by CCPD, the vehi- duct. The parent of the young male cle was reported stolen in the state was issued a Community Complaint of Virginia. CCPD had the vehi- for his son’s Anti-Social Behavior. cle towed to the 45th Precinct and 140 Carver Loop QRWL¿ HG WKH 9LUJLQLD 6WDWH 3ROLFH RI A cooperator reported having a the stolen recovered vehicle. physical altercation with her boyAugust 21, 2023 friend’s mother which caused inju4100 Hutchinson River Parkway ULHV WR KHU 1<3' ZDV DOVR QRWL¿ HG A cooperator was alerted by a August 24, 2023 QHLJKERU WKDW D FRQ¿ UPHG GHOLYHUHG 2400 Hunter Avenue package belonging to the cooperA cooperator reported that an ator was opened with the contents unknown individual damaged her removed by an unknown individual apartment door locks twice after she with the empty box was left on the had the locks repaired. staircase.

140 Asch Loop Rear of 100 Benchley Place A cooperator reported a conCCPD responded to a call of a ve- ¿ UPHG GHOLYHUHG SDFNDJH EHLQJ UH hicle with a broken window. Upon moved from in front of her apartarrival, CCPD observed the vehicle ment door by an unknown individual with the broken window, prepared without her permission. a report and made several attempts 140 DeKruif Place to contact the owner with negative CCPD responded to a call of a results. ¿ JKW LQ SURJUHVV 8SRQ LQYHVWLJDWLRQ August 22, 2023 a non-resident reported a cooperator 100 Erskine Place became physical with him causing an A cooperator reported a con- injury, which EMS treated. The co¿ UPHG GHOLYHUHG SDFNDJH ZDV UH operator was arrested for the assault moved from the lobby of the build- and received a Community Coming by an unknown individual. plaint for Anti-Social Behavior.

100 DeKruif Place August 26, 2023 CCPD observed an electric bi120 Aldrich Street cycle in front of an apartment. The A female cooperator came into owner was questioned and stated CCPD’s stationhouse to report a that the electric bicycle was his and physical altercation that she had placed the electric bicycle inside of with her daughter causing injuries the apartment. The cooperator was to her person. CCPD responded to issued a Community Complaint for the cooperator’s apartment and after Prohibited Use/Storage of an Elec- an investigation, arrested the cooptric Bicycle/Scooter. erator’s daughter and charged her 100 Erskine Place with assault. The daughter was also $ ZLWQHVV QRWL¿ HG KHU QHLJKERU issued a Community Complaint for that an unknown individual was ob- Anti-Social Behavior.

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Instruct children to leave the bus and stand on the sidewalk where the driver can see them, and never cross in front of the school bus. Young children may drop something and run into the path of the bus to pick it up. Parents need to instruct children that they should get the help of the driver or another adult if they drop something. Children should never reenter the danger zone, 10 feet DURXQG WKH VFKRRO EXV RQ DOO VLGHV 7HDFK FKLOGUHQ WR WDNH *,$17 VWHSV DZD\ from the bus in all directions. Children should keep all items in their backpack.

Your child should be able to easily lift their backpack. If they cannot easily lift their backpack, it might be too heavy. This prevents the backpack from impeding the child’s movement. Send school supplies in to school over the course of several days, if necessary. Check with the child’s teacher if you feel the child is regularly bringing too many heavy textbooks back and forth.

Backpacks and garments should also not have any long straps or drawstrings that can get caught in the bus’s doors or railings. Sweatshirts manufactured prior to this safety rule or adult sized sweatshirts that have drawstrings should always be removed when worn by a child. These strings also present a hazard RQ WKH SOD\JURXQG $ PDQDJHDEOH VL]HG EDFNSDFN WKDW ¿ WV HYHU\WKLQJ WKH FKLOG needs to carry and a sweatshirt without hood strings are important items to keep your child safe.

Parents should always make certain that children get to the bus stop on time, wait away from the street and avoid horseplay near the street. Parents should make sure that an adult arrives at the bus stop early enough to receive young children from the school bus. Motorists should allow extra travel time and avoid areas around schools during arrival, departure and lunch periods. Use extra care to watch for children who may dart out in front of your vehicle to cross the street. Remember that it is always illegal to pass a stopped school bus with LWV OLJKWV À DVKLQJ IURP HLWKHU GLUHFWLRQ HYHQ RQ D GLYLGHG URDGZD\ &KLOGUHQ are our greatest resource; we must take every step to keep them safe.

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Barbequing is not permitted on any of the public areas of Co-op City. Strict JXLGHOLQHV DUH VHW IRUWK E\ WKH 1HZ <RUN &LW\ )LUH 'HSDUWPHQW 3URSDQH WDQNV DUH VWULFWO\ SURKLELWHG E\ WKH 1HZ <RUN &LW\ )LUH 'HSDUWPHQW LQ DQ\ PXOWL ple family dwellings. Charcoal grills are also prohibited. Residents are also reminded that Bike Riding is not permitted near buildings, in shopping malls or anywhere else, signs prohibiting bicycle riding are posted. Bicycle rules also pertain to electric scooters and bicycles. If using a rental electric scooter, please be sure to park it in an area that does not block the walkway or street.

Be mindful also of Riverbay’s policy regarding eBikes and eScooters in Co-op City buildings.

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OPPORTUNITIES AT CO-OP CITY &Žƌ ŝŶĨŽƌŵĂƟ ŽŶ ŽŶ CONTRACT OPPORTUNITIES ONLY, please contact: Lenya Garcia at Lgarcia@riverbaycorp.com; and Anatoliy Budnitskiy at abudnitskiy@riverbaycorp.com. Please note: emails should be sent to both ƉĂƌƟ ĞƐ͘ Please DO NOT email resumes for EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES ƚŽ ƚŚĞ ĂĨŽƌĞŵĞŶƟ ŽŶĞĚ ĞŵĂŝůƐ͘ &Žƌ DW>KzD Ed KWWKZdhE/d/ ^͕ ƉůĞĂƐĞ ƐĞĞ ďĞůŽǁ ĨŽƌ ƐƉĞĐŝĮ Đ ĚŝƌĞĐƟ ŽŶƐ͘

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Don’t Sublet Your Apartment There are allegations that some shareholders are subletting their apartment here. And, they might think that their subletters will abide by an agreement. But, as you’ll see, they might not always be right.

What agreement?

A few years ago, some real estate brokers would advertise rooms and apartments here. And, the ad would say something like: ‘Co-op City Room/Apt For Rent.’ Then, our former management would check out the ad and take action against those shareholders.

But, now, allegations have surfaced that some brokers and shareholders have stepped up their game. And, now, their advertisements might say something like: ‘Northeast Bronx - Room/Apt for Rent.’ So, it’s possible that some transactions may have occurred here. And, the shareholders may have moved to another state with the idea that everything is going to go well at their apartment.

However, they might discover that they made a bad mistake by subletting their apartment. And, that’s because there are some people with very bad intentions that want to sublet apartments.

In one of the worst cases ever, a lady (Lady A) in Brooklyn sublet her apartment to other another lady (Lady B) for $2,000 a month. Then, Lady A went on a vacation for two months. Afterward, she returned KRPH DQG ZDV VXUSULVHG WR ¿ QG WKDW KHU GRRU ZDV locked with a chain. So, Lady A called the cops on Lady B just so that she could get into her own apartment. Terrible, right? Absolutely! But, this nightmare is just beginning.

Lady A then entered into her own apartment.

And, when she looked around, she noticed that Lady B brought her boyfriend and seven cats into her apartment. Subsequently, there were other issues that occurred between the two ladies. So, shockingly, Lady B went to court and obtained an order of protection against Lady A. But, thankfully, Lady A was able to go back to her apartment. Finally, after 7 months and $40,000 in legal charges, Lady A was able get Lady B, her boyfriend, and her seven cats out of her apartment.

Now, is it possible that a similar situation can happen to a shareholder here if they violate our rules by subletting their apartment? Absolutely! Therefore, our Occupancy Agreement is clear about our apartments: Not to sell, assign, transfer, mortgage, encumber or create any charge upon this Agreement, nor sublet the leased premises or any part thereof.

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… The Member further agrees that no boarders or permanent guests shall be permitted.

Bottom line: Riverbay will immediately terminate your lease and evict you and your subletter if you sublet your apartment. So, I want to encourage everyone to not rent out a room or your apartment. /DQWHUQÀ \ ,QYDVLRQ /DQWHUQÀ LHV KDYH LQYDGHG RXU FRPPXQLW\ DORQJ with other areas of NYC. And, now, a lot of cooperators are making complaints when they see them on our buildings. However, please know that Riverbay LV WDNLQJ DFWLRQ DJDLQVW WKHVH ODQWHUQÀ LHV Monsters Posing as Spectrum, AT&T, Other Companies Some of the dirtiest people ever are trying to scam people. So, they’re calling and sending texts to lots of people. Thereafter, your caller ID might say Spectrum, AT&T, or another company. Then, their message will contain a so-called offer to lower your cable TV and internet bill.

Next, they will tell you that you have to prepay your monthly bill to start. Now, take a guess how they want you to pay. That’s right, these incredibly wicked people will want you to pay them using a gift card. So, you have to go out and buy a gift card and give the numbers to them. Thereafter, they’re going to try to get some personal information from you once they see that you fell for that scam.

Bottom line: Look, you now know the scam.

Therefore, it’s only a matter of time before these scammers are going to call you continuously until they get you. And, again, your caller ID is going to say Spectrum, AT&T, or another company. So, please hang up your phone immediately.

The NYS STAR Program – Did You Apply?

Shareholders that make $250,000 or less and are enrolled in the BASIC STAR program are receiving about $100 every year. Seniors, age 65 and up, that are making $93,200 or less and are enrolled in the Enhanced STAR program are receiving about $200 every year.

Now, based on this basic information, do you qualify for one of these programs? Look, in many cases, the answer

is yes.

So, please go online today and apply to this program. They will ask you for block and lot numbers for our community. So, for sections 1-4: the Block number is 5141; and the Lot number is 12. Section 5: The Block number is 5135; and the Lot number is 51.

Bottom line: Can you believe that about 10,000 apartments still have not applied to this incredibly simple program? Therefore, they’re just leaving money on the table every single year. Terrible!

Close Do you see how easy it is to apply to this program? So, please apply to the STAR program today.

Thank you. &RQWDFW ,QIRUPDWLRQ Please send a letter to: Board Director Daryl Johnson, Riverbay Corporation, 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475. Currently, here is my ONLY email account: djohnson@riverbayboard.com.

Therefore, please do not respond to any message with my name on it that requests money, money transfers, gift cards, personal information, or anything from you. And, please do not ever send money or anything to anyone because you saw my name on a false message.

Also, please call me ONLY at 718-671-4544 if you would like to have a brief discussion with me.

And, please hang up your phone immediately if someone calls you and says that they’re Daryl Johnson or is associated with me and asks you for money or anything else.

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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Labor Day sadly means that summer is coming to a close, but it’s also a day that holds so much meaning. Labor Day celebrates the women and men who campaigned tirelessly for workers’ rights in the labor movement of the late 19th century.

Their hard-fought wins are the reason for many of the rights we enjoy and take for granted today, such as a 40-hour work week, safe work conditions, paid time off, and sick leave. Those workers saw that there could be no freedom and liberty in this country without economic freedom for the working class. The holiday honors the source of this nation’s strength. We pay tribute to all the laborers, past and present, who helped build America and make it the country it is today.

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from national organizations to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the March on Washington at the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, DC. The March on Washington in 1963 played an important role in shaping the course of civil rights in America.

While progress has been made since then, it’s clear that the work is far from over. Remembering the meaning of Labor Day and the role of the March in 1963, you have clear examples of the reversals attempting to take place. 9RWLQJ LV SRZHU, and it is XS WR XV WR KROG RXU HOHFWHG RI¿ FLDOV DFFRXQWDEOH E\ showing up at the ballot box.

3XEOLF 5HWLUHHV 0HGLFDUH /HW PH ¿ UVW VWDWH I am sharing this information as a service to the many public service retirees that reside in Co-op City. The information is keeping you up-to-date with the lawsuit progress as it pertains to health care. Any decision as to what you should do going forward is totally an individual decision. Although a Manhattan Supreme Court judge issued a ruling Friday, August 11, 2023 “permanently” prohibiting New York City from switching its 250,000 retired employees and their elderly or disabled dependents to a privatized Medicare Advantage plan managed

by Aetna, we must still try to get our Council members to co-sponsor Bill# 1099 so it can get to the À RRU DQG EH YRWHG RQ IRU D 0HGLJDS SODQ (OHFWULFLDQ $SSUHQWLFH 3URJUDP I received information indicating The Joint Apprentice Committee will accept letters sent by registered mail requesting an Apprentice Electrician Application.

They anticipate accepting 300 apprentices. Letters

5(0,1'(5 Co-op City Times ZHHNO\ GHDGOLQH The deadline for submission of editorial content to the Co-op City Times is 021'$<6 by 3 p.m. Articles received after this deadline are FRQVLGHUHG RQ D ¿ UVW FRPH ¿ UVW VHUYHG EDVLV DQG DV VSDFH DOORZV The articles of recognized organizations are published at no cost to your organization each week, in order WR LQIRUP \RXU PHPEHUV DQG WKH FRPPXQLW\ DW ODUJH DERXW \RXU RUJDQL]DWLRQ¶V SURJUDPV VHUYLFHV DQG HYHQWV QRW DV HGLWRULDO VSDFH IRU SHUVRQDO FRPPHQW RU RSLQLRQV WR SURPRWH RU DGYHUWLVH EXVLQHVVHV SURGXFWV DQG RU VHUYLFHV RU WR PDNH SROLWLFDO HQGRUVHPHQWV RU FULWLFDO FRPPHQW In an effort to better accommodate all the organizations, groups and religious institutions that submit articles for inclusion in the Co-op City Times, weekly submissions 0867 127 H[FHHG ZRUGV. Submission may be sent to cctimes@riverbaycorp.com; faxed to (718) 320-2595 or hand delivered to Rm. 21 in the Bartow Center. Thank you for your cooperation.

sent by registered mail requesting an application must not be postmarked earlier than October 16, 2023.

Registered mail letters postmarked between October 16th and October 27th, 2023 will be mailed an application during the month of January 2024.

The Apprentice Program of the Electrical Industry of Local Union No. 3 will include on-the-job training. Due to the usually large demand, it is advisable to have your registered mail postmarked on October 16, 2023; those letters will be honored if the DPRXQW UHFHLYHG H[FHHGV WKH OLPLW VSHFL¿ HG 7R JHW additional information, I have forwarded the notice to Building Association presidents and Townhouses. I will also have the information posted in Facebook under Building 13.

2SWLPXP $OWLFH I received a few calls from shareholders who have stated Optimum has come to their door adYRFDWLQJ IRU WKHP WR FKDQJH WR WKHLU ¿ EHU RSWLF ,W seems that several are having some issues with the installation and service. In some cases, they stated they were without service. I caution you to inquire DQG GR \RXU KRPHZRUN DQG ¿ QG RXW LI WKLV LV WUXO\ ZKDW \RX ZDQW DQG ¿ QG RXW KRZ LW LV ZRUNLQJ IRU some others.

When you have decided what you believe, what you feel must be done, have the courage to standalone and be counted.” –Eleanor Roosevelt I am pleased to be of service to the community.

I can be reached by e-mail at lpeterson@riverbayboard.com.

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Co-op City Times / September 2, 2023

Building 26 Association Get ready to roll with the fun as the Building 26 Association came alive on Saturday, August 19, with an incredible community event that was all about giving, greeting and savoring some seriously JRRG HDWV +RVWHG LQ RXU QHZO\ UHQRYDWHG $VVRFLation Room, the vibe was electric as we spread the back-to-school cheer by handing out school supplies to our fantastic residents of Building 26.

But wait, that was not all – it was also the perfect chance for our community to meet and mingle with our dynamic board. And oh boy, did we make some delicious memories! Thanks to the amazing folks at one of our local pizzerias, we were in pizza paradise with 13 mouthwatering pies that had everyone’s taste buds dancing. As if that was not enough, a local café joined the party too, adding a cool touch with their refreshing iced teas. It was not just about the goodies, though – the event was a testament to the wonderful spirit of unity in Building 26, and it was heartwarming to see our residents connecting and sharing laughter.

Our Association Room, looking spiffy after its makeover, was a shining example of teamwork, thanks to the incredible helping hands of the Riverbay staff. So, there you have it – an afternoon ¿OOHG ZLWK JLYLQJ JUHHWLQJ DQG D ZKROH ORW RI WDVW\ treats. The community event on August 19 was a true hit, painting smiles on faces and reminding us all that Building 26 is more than just a place to live – it is a vibrant, caring community we are proud to call home.

––Jasmine Taby-Jones

Please remember to curb your dog!

It’s the law!

Building 13 Association Happy Labor Day: Labor Day celebrates the women and men who campaigned tirelessly for workers’ rights in the labor movement of the late 19th century. Their hard-fought wins are the reason for many of the rights we enjoy and take for granted today, such as a 40-hour work week, safe work conditions, paid time off and sick leave. :H KRSH WKH EDFN WR VFKRRO IUHH JLIW FDUGV UDIÀH helped families complete their “to do” shopping for school list.

Reading material (grade appropriate), thanks to Lisa Rodriguez, was also provided for the school giveaway and donated to other organizations.

Please remember to read articles on our bulletin board located in the lobby for updates and events happening in and around our community.

Save the Date: Our next monthly meeting will be back in the Association Room. If you are a new shareholder, let us know and we will show you the location of the room, outside the rear door and to WKH ULJKW )RU WKH ¿UVW PHHWLQJ RI WKH VHDVRQ \RX will meet Riverbay Executive General Manager, Mr. Marvin L. Walton, in-person. We have con¿UPHG KLV DYDLODELOLW\ DQG RXU PHHWLQJ ZLOO EH RQ Tuesday, September 26, in the Association Room at 7:00 p.m. This will be an opportunity you do not want to miss. Often, many of you stop me and have questions and concerns about why certain things are done, you have suggestions about how things should be handled or you have compliments you want to express. This will not be virtual and it is not Facebook where you are complaining or suggesting to one another, but rather a chance to speak to someone who can make a difference. Meeting information is posted in the bulletin board. Additionally, we will send emails to those addresses we have. To provide your email address, see the contact information below.

Our visit with Mr. Warren Mitchell from Riverbay Corporation Management went very well.

It was great to see this exercise with Management result in more swift action in addressing the matters at hand. We have been able to send pictures ZH WRRN RI VHYHUDO ÀRRUV DQG ZLOO IROORZ XS ZLWK WKRVH LWHPV 'LG ZH PLVV VRPHWKLQJ RQ \RXU ÀRRU" Let us know.

Back to School event (top) and Raffle winners (bottom)

Electrician apprentice application process in collaboration with the Joint Apprentice Committee. Please make sure to read the notice on the bulletin board and share the information to anyone you know who may be interested.

If this is your birthday month, happy birthday.

0DUULHG WKLV PRQWK" +DSS\ DQQLYHUVDU\ ,I \RX DUH homebound or sick, we miss you and pray for a speedy recovery. If you have lost a family member or loved one, we offer our condolences.

Visit our Facebook page at: Building 13 Association Inc.–Co-op City.

Our website is http://www.bldg13assoc.com or e-mail us at building13assoc@yahoo.com. Contacts: Leslie Peterson, president, at 718-320-1370, or Wendell Mattison, V.P., at 917-330-1380.

Thank you for supporting our team.

––Leslie Peterson

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Co-op City Times / September 2, 2023

Charles Turner & Uptown Swing Close Out 2023 Tunes Concert Series

BY P.M. CAMPBELL

7KLV VXPPHU¶V ¿QDO Tunes on Tuesdays took place on August 29 and featured Charles Turner & Uptown Swing.

Instructors Samuel Coleman and Julia Loving, from Swing With Us NYC, provided a Lindy Hop GDQFH OHVVRQ ZKLFK JRW DXGLHQFH PHPEHUV RI DOO DJHV RXW RI WKHLU VHDWV DQG RQWR WKH GDQFH ÀRRU 7KH event, sponsored by the Riverbay Fund, was held from 7 to 8:30 p.m. in Dreiser’s Auditorium B because of uncertain weather. Both the band and the instructors evoked the jazz tradition which started with the Harlem Renaissance and has expanded since then.

“It was a form of Black joy, of healing,” said Loving, who is a shareholder. “When things were not VR JUHDW WKH\ WRRN WR WKH GDQFH ÀRRU WR PDNH VXUH WKH\ KDG VRPH NLQG RI MR\ ´ The organizers of the event utilized music and dance with the express intent to connect members of the community across generations. Lead singer Charles Turner performed with Christopher McBride on alto saxophone, Willerm Delisfort on piano, Felix Moseholm on Bass, and Kevin Congleton on drums. The band’s renditions of songs like, “Take Me to the Moon,” their scatting, and call and response, paired well with the energetic crowd who capped off the Tunes on Tuesdays series.

Rivers Run Community Garden Thank you, Tyresa Jackson, for the wonderful chair yoga classes. Each Saturday at noon, you added your melodious grace to the magic of the garden and our backs appreciated the attention. Thank you, DJ Dukes, for the foraging WRXUV DQG IRU KHOSLQJ XV SLFN YDULRXV EOHQGV RI GHOLFLRXV KHUEV DQG ÀRZHUV IRU our tea party. Also, thank you, Vivian Burrus, for showing us the awesomeness of a needle and thread.

These public events and more are supported, in part, by public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council and the Bronx Council on the Arts.

Above, L-R: DJ Dukes, the Forager; Tea Time with DJ; Rivers Run Communi- Vivian Burrus teaches Cross Stitching ty Garden is a place where Below: Tyresa Jackson, Yoga Instructor we grow fruits, vegetables, knowledge and friendships.

The Garden is a movement towards improved mental and physical health for all who come. We provide workshops on nutrition, m ed i t at i o n , ed i b l e a n d PHGLFLQDO ZLOGV LGHQWL¿FDtion, planting, building and crafting. So, please use this column to check on upcoming events. The Garden is an outdoor classroom for the local schools, daycares and residents of different abilities. We are a place of beauty and peace. Visit.

Stay. Experience us.

Upcoming Events at the Garden: % Sunday, September 17 – Cross Stitching with Vivian Part 2 at 2 p.m. % Sat., Sept. 30 – Art Extravaganza at 1 p.m.

Rivers Run is open: % Tuesdays – 4 p.m. to dusk % Wednesdays and Fridays – 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. % Saturdays and Sundays – 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Membership requirements: $20 per year fee and 20 hours of work. There is D ZDLWLQJ OLVW IRU EHGV 0HPEHUV ZKR DUH DFWLYHO\ IXO¿OOLQJ WKH KRXUV RI YROXQteer work requirement are moved up on the waiting list. Volunteers are welcome.

Please mail your due to Gail Sharbaan, 100 Casals Pl #32K, Bronx, NY 10475.

If you would like to reach out to us, please email us at Rivers_run@yahoo. com or call Denise Shelley at 917-232-2982 or Gail Sharbaan, at 718 671-3801.

Together, we grow. ––Gail Sharbaan

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Co-op City Times / September 2, 2023

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Co-op City Fridge Continues to Savor the Summer with Fresh Produce

Did you know that Section 5’s community fridge continues to serve the Co-op City community with a variety of delectable produce every Saturday? The pantry also offers many other food products throughout the week. Stop by and join the produce party. Friendly volunteers are happy to greet and serve you! Hope to see you soon!

–Yolanda Ramirez Photos by Yolanda Ramirez

Section Five Association The Section 5 Association hopes all in Section 5 are doing well. Please try not to stay in the hot sun too long or use an umbrella. Drink plenty of water.

7KH UHVSHFWLYH RI¿FHUV RI \RXU %XLOGLQJ $VVRFLDtion will represent your building. If any issues, visLW WKH &RRSHUDWRU 6HUYLFHV 2I¿FH &62 ¿UVW DQG LI QRW VDWLV¿HG FRQWDFW \RXU $VVRFLDWLRQ XVLQJ WKH phone numbers on your building bulletin boards.

Also, always get the name, date and time of call to which to refer to if a follow up is needed.

Making Progress in the Fight to Save Ramp C Section 5 is coming together fast and strong to work toward a better result for our beloved neighborhood.

Just this week, thanks to the skill of two of our \RXQJ EXLOGLQJ RI¿FHUV 6HFWLRQ QRZ KDV D SKRQH QXPEHU WR FDOO RU WH[W DQG DQ HPDLO address, Section5TakeAction@gmail.com, for our cooperators to share their information, comments, suggestions, and troubles.

Trouble #1 is the closing of Ramp C. Its closing will happen this coming Monday, but with efIHFWLYH RXWUHDFK WR RXU HOHFWHG RI¿FLDOV DQG SXEOLF service agencies, its permanent destruction can be prevented.

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Co-op City Times / September 2, 2023

Building 25 Association Over the weekend, Riverbay sent out a robocall alerting the community DERXW 6SRWWHG /DQWHUQÀ LHV SRVVLEO\ LQYDGLQJ RXU KRPHV DQG KRZ WR NHHS WKHP out by closing windows and terrace doors, using window screens and closing WHUUDFH VFUHHQV VKRXOG KHOS LI \RX PXVW HQMR\ WKH FRRO EUHH]H RI WKH XSFRPLQJ autumn months.

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Co-op City Times / September 2, 2023

Building 23 Association

Building 10 Association

Hello, shareholders and friends. Happy Labor Day to all! As our days of summer come to a close, we hope everyone continues to have a safe time as ZH QRZ IRFXV RQ EDFN WR VFKRRO DQG RWKHU DFWLYLWLHV /RRN RXW IRU RXU %DFN to-School Giveaway. We appreciate your support and welcome your participation. Check our Association’s bulletin board in our lobby by the elevator for XSFRPLQJ %OGJ $VVRFLDWLRQ PHHWLQJV DQG HYHQWV 2XU QH[W VFKHGXOHG $V sociation Meeting is Tuesday, September 12. Also, please continue to alert our %OGJ 3UHVLGHQW DERXW \RXU FRQFHUQV LVVXHV &DOO RXU &62 VR WKDW \RX FDQ be directed to the proper department to address and resolve your issue as well.

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When we see something, say something. This is our community and we want to keep it safe. Well wishes to the sick and shut-in. Condolences to those that have lost loved ones.

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Greetings, fellow cooperators.

New Cooperators – Welcome, all new cooperators. We look forward to VHHLQJ \RX DW WKH QH[W *HQHUDO 0HPEHUVKLS PHHWLQJ General Membership Meeting ± 2XU QH[W PHHWLQJ ZLOO EH KHOG RQ 7KXUV GD\ 6HSWHPEHU DW S P GRRUV RSHQ DW S P LQ WKH %XLOGLQJ $VVR FLDWLRQ 5RRP UHDU OREE\ RI %OGJ % 2XU *XHVW 6SHDNHU ZLOO EH 0U 0DU YLQ :DOWRQ ([HFXWLYH *HQHUDO 0DQDJHU 5LYHUED\ &RUSRUDWLRQ $OO TXHVWLRQV PXVW EH VXEPLWWHG E\ S P RQ WKH GDWH RI WKH PHHWLQJ 3DSHU DQG SHQV ZLOO EH available. Face masks are preferred. We are looking forward to seeing everyone. Light refreshments will be served.

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NAACP 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.

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Follow us on Facebook: Co-op City NAACP – %HFRPH D PHPEHU JLIW D membership or upgrade your membership. Join the NAACP to help us do the work. We march to defend democracy. Take your advocacy further by joining LQ WKH ¿ JKW IRU RXU VDFUHG ULJKW WR YRWH $QQXDO $GXOW <RXWK RU 6LOYHU /LIH 0DNH FKHFN 02 SD\DEOH WR NAACP Co-op City 0DLO WR NAACP &R RS &LW\ (LQVWHLQ /RRS 5RRP %URQ[ 1 < . To leave a message, call the RI¿ FH SKRQH DW or email: naacpccity2210@gmail.com.

––Brenda Brown

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African-American Association of Co-op City

Building 9 Association

AAACC Meeting & Events September 24 – General Meeting and Swearing-In of new board, 3 p.m.

October 15 – General Meeting, 3 p.m.

November 19 – General Meeting, 3 p.m.

December 9 – Pre-Kwanzaa Celebration (with the Coalition of African-American Churches & Community Organizations) The AAACC Sponsors the Following Programs for your Participation Belly Dance Classes with Xonia Wilson – Contact: Xonia, 646-301-9438 Evening Line Dance Classes with Cynthia Dixon – Contact: Cynthia, 917-903-7073 Yoga & Pilates Classes with Meena Sharpe-Hicks – Contact: Meena at 917-863-1507 History: The African-American Association of Co-op City’s name emerged in 1989 from former incarnations, called the Afro-American Club of Co-op &LW\ WKH $IULFDQ $PHULFDQ &DXFXV DQG WKH %ODFN &DXFXV WKH ¿UVW EHLQJ formed circa 1970.

Mission Statement: The intention of the African-American Association of Co-op City is to elevate the inhabitants of the community to their greatest potential. To serve and offer cooperative economics standards by meeting the ¿QDQFLDO QHHGV RI WKH FRPPXQLW\ DQG VXSSRUWLQJ HDFK RWKHU 7R SURYLGH FXOtural awareness, training classes, programs, educational scholarships, and social activities for the young and seasoned. To take these ideals to the next level by creating a smart community, taking advantage of technological advances that will allow the next generations to compete in an ever-changing society.

Join the African-American Association of Co-op City Remember: Membership is only $15.00/year for a single membership and only $25.00/year for your household. You can Zelle us your payment to become a member using our email address. Email: aaaccpower@gmail.com; call us at: 929-430-3255. The African American Association of Co-op City, P.O. Box 702, Co-op City Station, Bronx, NY 10475.

“Each one of us, multiplied by all of us, equals a force for good.”

—Michelle Marbury

Greetings, Building 9 family and friends. We remain thankful, grateful, and blessed.

Last weekend was a re-commitment to 60 years of civil rights struggles commemorated by another March on Washington attended by several of our Co-op City organizations.

On August 21st, FDNY and ConEd were summoned due to a gas leak in % VLGH UG ÀRRU 2Q $XJXVW QG , UHSRUWHG WKH ³RSHQ URRP´ RQ WKH WK ÀRRU EHKLQG WKH “A” elevator. I am advised that the area will be secured.

On Wednesday, August 23, the Building 9 Association Executive Board met with Mr. Cary Smith, Assistant Executive General Manager, for our scheduled building walk-through. Our pre-inspection walk-through allowed us to provide 0U 6PLWK ZLWK SKRWRV WDNHQ E\ :DQGD 5DQGDOO RI VSHFL¿F FRQFHUQV 7KH ZDON through included visits to the roof area, the basement and laundry room, under the building portico, and our front lawn areas. I have been told that our building LV LGHQWL¿HG IRU ÀRRU VWULSSLQJ DQG ZD[LQJ RI RXU SXEOLF FRUULGRUV 7KLV ZLOO DGGUHVV VKDUHKROGHU FRQFHUQV WKDW RXU KDOOZD\ ÀRRUV ORRN GXOO HYHQ DIWHU WKH porters buff them.

2Q 7KXUVGD\ $XJXVW WKH WZR ¿UH GDPDJHG GU\HUV ZHUH UHPRYHG E\ WKH vendor and two replacement dryers were installed. The dryers were not immediately operable because an electrical technician is required.

On Friday, August 25, we received a newer refrigerator for use by the Building Association. We will no longer need to use water bottles to hold the refrigerator door closed. Our gratitude to Linda Holley and Barbara Cloud for awaiting delivery of our refrigerator.

On Saturday, August 26, a convector leak was discovered in the Association Room. Fortunately, the weekend Call Center was manned, and our Maintenance staff was contacted. The leak was repaired before the room became ÀRRGHG DJDLQ At the time of this writing, Assembly Member Michael Benedetto is scheduled to host his annual Legislative Lobby visit in Building 9A, on Wednesday, August 30, 5:15 to 7:00 p.m.

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“For while we have our eyes on the future, history has its eye on us.” — Amanda Gorman —Linda Collins

Bartow Mall Parking Alert Shareholders, guests and shoppers are reminded that there is a two-hour parking limit in the Bartow Mall.

Parking is for the exclusive use of customers while shopping in the commercial establishments within the Bartow Mall with a posted two-hour limit.

Vehicles will be towed at the owner’s expense.

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AARP Chapter #4997

Retirees of Dreiser Loop

Greetings and salutations from President Henry and the AARP Executive ERDUG :H DUH ¿QLVKLQJ XS RXU VKRUW YDFDWLRQ DQG KDYH PXFK WR VKDUH IRU WKH upcoming year. We hope that all have enjoyed the summer of travel, family, events with friends and excursions they chose to make for new memories.

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As we should all be aware, Covid-19’s new subvariant Covid-Omicron XBB has reared its ugly head! Unfortunately, our 10475 zip code has the highest rate of hospitalization in NYC. This new variant should be considered worthy of your attention. There will be a vaccine and this information is shared by the NYC Department of Health. Please allow yourself to take any precautions that you are comfortable using and consult your medical professionals. As always, with Covid-19 the rules are subject to change at any time. Be vigilant with your health.

2XU 7RXU &RPPLWWHH LV VWLOO ¿OOLQJ XS VHDWV IRU WKH ³0LUDFOH RI &KULVWPDV´ trip on December 7 to the Sight and Sound Theatre. The Hawaii Cruise has come closer to the desired reservation number, and you may receive information on these two trips by contacting Ms. Wright, 718-379-3370; or Ms. Brown, 718-379-7962, for rates, information, reservations and questions. You can also make requests for any trips you would like us to consider for our organization.

Ms. Baker is, as always, continuing her quest for new/renewal members and VKH FDQ EH UHDFKHG DW WKH RI¿FH RU E\ FDOOLQJ 3OHDVH IHHO IUHH WR leave messages at either number and she will call you back.

Although most of us do not have young children going back to school, we do have family members who are going through the process. Some tips for them from the NYC Health and Hospital Corp. are: make appointments with WKHLU PHGLFDO SURIHVVLRQDO VWD\ XS GDWH RQ &RYLG UHDGLQHVV JHW ÀX VKRWV early; annual physical examinations and vision and hearing tests. All these tips can help to make the school year more enjoyable for everyone.

We, the Executive Board of AARP #4997, are supporting the 50th anniversary of our NAACP Co-op City Branch by purchasing a table and ad space for their event. Since we belong to many organizations, we ask that you, our members, purchase your tickets from AARP. There is an advertisement in the Co-op City Times, and we will be collecting payments at our next General Meeting on September 11.

From Mrs. Wilson, 718-671-5493, our members have come through the summer months and are continuing to become healthier.

We are here to serve – not to be served.

––Ann Purnell

Greetings, retirees and friends.

Happy Labor Day to each and everyone. We hope you all enjoy the Labor Day Holiday in the company of family and friends.

General Meeting – Our welcome back after summer break General Membership meeting will be held on Wednesday, September 6, at 1 p.m. in the Retirees’ new room, Auditorium A, in Dreiser Center. Our Guest Speaker will be Riverbay Executive General Manager Marvin L. Walton. We look forward to seeing everyone at this meeting. Considering the increasing rate of Covid-19 in NYC and our community, we encourage everyone who attends this meeting to wear a face mask.

Entertainment Committee – Please save the date: Thursday, December 14, for our annual holiday luncheon at the beautiful Marina del Rey. Additional information regarding this event be announced soon.

Membership – New members and renewing members can remit a check for the $25 annual dues for 2023. Checks should be made payable to the “Retirees of Dreiser Loop” and mailed to: Retirees of Dreiser Loop, 177 Dreiser Loop, Room 19, Bronx, NY 10475. Please note “new member” or “renewing member” in the memo line on your check. Questions may be addressed to Mary at 718-655-9170.

Happy Birthday – Cheers to all our September birthday celebrants. We wish you an incredibly happy birthday and continued peace and happiness throughout the year.

Condolences – Please continue to keep those who have recently experienced the loss of loved ones in your thoughts and prayers.

Good and Welfare – We extend our well wishes and prayers to all who are sick and shut-in. We pray that they will all soon see brighter days ahead.

Happy Labor Day! ––Georgianna Rodriguez

Goose Island Seniors Wind Creek Casino – Wednesday, September 13. Price: $55, bonus: $25.

Call: 646-579-1701.

Fall Get-together – Fri., Sept. 15, 1 p.m. Members and spouses only in club URRP )LUVW SHRSOH E\ UHVHUYDWLRQ RQO\ 6WRS E\ FDOO WKH RI¿FH 9613, or cell 347-847-1941. Bring a pot of your favorite dish, salad, dessert or beverage or pay $10 at the door. September birthdays celebrated.

Bally’s Casino – Sat., Sept. 23, Atlantic City, NJ. Price: $60, bonus: $10 slot play. Call: 646-579-1701.

The Spinners – Thurs., Sept. 28, Board Walk Hall, Atlantic City. Tropicana &DVLQR XQWLO S P WKHQ ¿IWHHQ PLQ ZDON WR FRQFHUW DW S P ,I \RX need more time, leave earlier. Waiting list. Price: $140, bonus: $25 slot play and $15 food voucher. Bus pick-up: 7:45 a.m. Einstein Loop; 8:15 a.m. Asch Loop; 8:30 a.m. Dreiser Loop.

Ace In the Hole – Tribute to Kool and the Gang, the Brownstone, Paterson, NJ, Wed., Oct. 25. Price: $150. Seats available. Bus pick-up: Einstein Loop at 9:15 a.m.; Asch Loop at 9:40 a.m.; Dreiser Loop at 9:50 a.m. Final payment due Sept. 8. Come have a delicious lunch and enjoy the music. Make checks WR *RRVH ,VODQG 6HQLRUV RU Zelle to 347-847-1941 or $app to $StephenCarlSr. Wholistic Health Fair – Sun., Nov. 11, 1:30 p.m.-7 p.m., 135 Einstein Loop, Room 39. A day of fun and education. Food for sale. Call: 646-5791701.

Sight & Sound Miracle of Christmas – Dec. 7. Price: $220. Light breakfast on bus, show: 11 a.m.; lunch at Golden Corral. Call 646-579-1701.

Norwegian Cruise 2024 – Hawaii, Aug. 31-Sept. 7, 2024. Cruise price, $2,250-$2,900. Airfare and hotel in Honolulu not included. Deposit of $125 due Sept. 3, 2023. Call: 646-579-1701.

Las Vegas – Oct. 11, 2024. Price: $1611, includes transfer from airport to Planet Hollywood hotel, helicopter tour of Grand Canyon or Vegas tour. Call: 646-579-1701.

Notary – Yvonne Menefee, Thurs., 10 a.m.-5 p.m., 135 Einstein Loop, Rm. 34 or 39.

Bingo – Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 1:15 p.m. Members only.

Admission: $5 for 3 cards, 12 games and Jackpot. Extra cards $0.25 each. Refreshments. Proof of vaccination, temperature taken.

Game Day – Every Tuesday and Thursday, 1 p.m. Members only. Dominoes, Bid Whist, watch movies, read books and socialize with other members.

Call (718) 379-9613. Donation: $1. Refreshments available.

To all Members: Happy Birthday to our members celebrating in August: Carol Pope; and September: Veronica Mack, Sandra Cortez-Johnson, Patricia +DUULV ,YHOLVVH 6DQWLDJR -RKQ 7XUMDN $OPD $OHTXLQ -DQLFH %URZQ :DQda Dobson, Lyone Hall, Gloria M. Bobyn, Pamela Rumph, Ola Waymmann, Carlton Lawrence and Majorie Yellon. Celebration, Friday, September 15.

Sick and Shut-in: Bobbi Chin is recovering, she sends her love. Sylvia Polite, get well soon. Ella Thorne is in Workmen’s Circle. Mary Pilla sends her love. Call her at (718) 753-1816.

Our club is at 135 Einstein Loop, Rm. 39, Section 5 Center, (718) 379-9613.

You may call Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m.-12 p.m.; Mon., Wed. and Fri., 6 p.m.-9 p.m.; Tue. & Thu., 1 p.m.-9 p.m., or call/text Stephen, (347) 847-1941. Email: goose. island@optonline.net.

––Stephen Roberts, Sr.

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JASA Co-op City NORC Program Invites You to These In-Person & Virtual Activities ALL JASA OFFICES WILL BE CLOSED on Monday, Sept. 4, in observance of Labor Day. NEW – Windows on the Lake, Ronkonkoma, NY – Thurs., Oct. 26, Deluxe Motor Coach transporWDWLRQ )XQ ¿OOHG GD\ DW :LQGRZV RQ WKH /DNH ± +DOORZHHQ 3DUW\ &RPH LQ \RXU IDYRULWH FRVWXPH WKHUH ZLOO EH D SUL]H IRU WKH ZLQQHU 6LW GRZQ OXQFKHRQ PXVLF DQG GDQFLQJ SHU SHUVRQ 3LFN XSV %DUWRZ D P 'UHLVHU D P DQG (LQVWHLQ D P 3D\PHQW GXH E\ 2FW Wind Creek Casino, Bethlehem, Pa. – Thurs., 1RY 'HOX[H 0RWRU &RDFK WUDQVSRUWDWLRQ Tribute to The Four Tops ERQXV 3LFN XSV %DUWRZ D P 'UHLVHU D P (LQVWHLQ D P Walmart, Fishkill, NY ± 7XHV 'HF 'HOX[H 0RWRU &RDFK WUDQVSRUWDWLRQ 3LFN XSV %DUWRZ D P 'UHLVHU D P (LQVWHLQ D P You are invited to a Virtual Nutrition Workshop and Group Farmers Market at the JASA 125& RI¿FH ± :HG 6HSW D P S P )LUVW

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Steel Drum classes RQ :HGQHVGD\V ± S P WR S P -$6$ 125& RI¿FH Medicare Information – 7KXUVGD\V D P S P -$6$ 125& RI¿FH 1RWDU\ ± -$6$ 125& RI¿FH 7XHV D P D P :HGV DQG 7KXUV D P S P Einstein Center, Room 34, 7KXUV D P S P $SSRLQWPHQW RQO\ Technology Class ± 7KXUV S P WR S P 'LDO LQ QXPEHU 0HHWLQJ ,' 3DVVFRGH Line Dancing with Bartow Swingers – 0RQ S P S P %DUWRZ &HQWHU 5RRP :HG DQG )UL S P S P 'UHLVHU $XGLWRULXP $ Please call Einstein OAC ± IRU DSSRLQWPHQW IRU Hair Styling st rd :HG D P D P Facials & Manicure 0RQ S P S P JASA Einstein Public Notary ± 7XHV D P S P DQG 7KXUV S P S P 3OHDVH FDOO

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., & 2 p.m.-4 p.m. only Funded by: The NYC Department for the Aging, The NYS Office for the Aging and Riverbay Corporation.

MON., Sept. 4

TUES., Sept. 5

WED., Sept. 6

THURS., Sept. 7

FRI., Sept. 8

MENU Fee for lunch is $2 & $5 for guest. ALL meals served w/margarine and fresh milk. Menu subject to change without notice.

KOSHER: September Menu Not Available JASA OFFICES CLOSED NON-KOSHER: Turkey IN OBSERVANCE OF Meatloaf LABOR DAY Garlic Mashed Potatoes Steamed Broccoli

KOSHER: September Menu Not Available

KOSHER:September Menu Not Available

NON-KOSHER: Whole NON-KOSHER: Caribbean Wheat Mac and Cheese Style BBQ Chicken w/Butternut Squash White Rice Sauteed Green Beans w/ Steamed Sliced Carrots Onions, Three Bean Salad

KOSHER: September Menu Not Available NON-KOSHER: Beef Franks, Home Fries Cooked Cabbage with Shredded Carrots Hot Dog Bun

Bartow Center (929) 399-1394. Events held in Room 31, unless otherwise noted. Dinner: 3 p.m.-4:30 p.m. (Bartow Only) Walk with Odessa

(Will resume in September)

JASA OFFICES CLOSED IN OBSERVANCE OF LABOR DAY

Stay Well Exercise w/Odessa Arthritis Exercise w/Damion Massage Therapy D P S P (Will resume in September) D P D P Manicure Bereavement Hour w/Dorine Arts w/Laura via Zoom D P S P VW UG :HG S P (Will resume in September)

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Crocheting w/Lynne Knitting w/Lynne and Betty D P S P 5P D P ± S P 5P Computer Learning w/Steve S P S P 5P

Line Dance with Cynthia S P

Einstein Center (718) 671-5161. Events held in Room 49, unless otherwise noted. Lunch: 12 p.m.-1 p.m. (Einstein Only) Never Too Old to Learn Spanish D P D P 5P JASA OFFICES CLOSED Bridge to Care IN OBSERVANCE OF Arthritis Exercise D P S P 5P LABOR DAY Creative Arts & Painting S P S P 5P Go Easy on us Computers S P 5P

Hair Care 4 U D P Spring in Your Step Stretch & Tone, D P 5P Action Bodies In Motion D P S P 5P Prize Bingo & Board Games S P

Art & Design Class D P S P Smart Phones & Tablets D P S P

Coloring for Calmness D P Blood Pressure Screening D P S P Chess Club D P S P Let’s Get It On Zumba S P 5P

Dreiser Center (718) 320-1345. Events held in Room 7, unless otherwise noted.

Zumba w/Ola LQ SHUVRQ S P 5RRP

Drama Class/Club Will resume in October)

Tai Chi for Arthritis w/Jimmy D P D P 5RRP

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Co-op City Baptist Church

Chavurah – Temple Beth El

Shalom, everyone.

Rev. Dr. Sheldon E. Williams and the Co-op City Baptist Church family invite you to join us for The High Holidays are in two weeks. Pray with us.

Worship Service tomorrow in-person at 9 a.m. We will have one service at 9 a.m. during the summer. Our Please feel free to join us. It is free. We will send regular 8 a.m. and 11 a.m. service will resume on Sunday, September 17. you a book.

We are located at 135 Einstein Loop, Room 50 (lower level). Masks are required. The service is also Chavurah – Temple Beth El is still here and we available on Zoom at https://us04web.zoom.us/j/9623430102 or Zoom Telephone Conference Line: 646are having services via Zoom.

568-7788, or Conference ID: 962 343 0102, Password 788175#.

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

Schedule of Services as follows on Zoom: Rev. Williams asks everyone to call into the Sunday Worship service using Zoom through your computer Evening Rosh Hashanah on Zoom or dialing in using the Zoom information above.

Friday, September 15, at 8:00 p.m.

On Sunday, September 10, we will celebrate National Grandparents’ Day as well as Family and Friends’ Morning Rosh Hashanah on Zoom Day at 9:00 a.m. All are invited to join us.

Saturday, September 16, at 10:00 a.m.

The Scholarship Ministry invites you to cruise with them aboard the beautiful Celebrity Equinox from Kol Nidre Evening Yom Kippur on Zoom July 30 to August 8, 2024. Ports of call are Spain, Portugal and Morocco. Price ranges from $2600 to Sunday, September 24, at 7:30 p.m. $4600. Airfare to Barcelona, Spain is additional. Price of Airfare to Spain in July is not available at this Morning Yom Kippur on Zoom time. Additionally, Travel Insurance is highly recommended to be paid at time of initial deposit. Please Monday, September 25, at 10:00 a.m. make a deposit of $450 no later than September 17. Checks should be made payable to Co-op City Baptist Yiskor will be at the end of the Morning Service Church. For additional information, contact Sister Claudette Cutler-Day at 718-379-0541 or Sister Brenda Public Yiskor Robinson at 718-671-1271.

Monday, September 25, at 2:30 p.m. and 4 p.m.

All Sunday School classes are on hiatus for the summer and will resume on Sunday, September 17, at Please send an email or call me so I can get you 9:30 a.m. the Zoom links.

Wednesday Bible Study classes are on hiatus for the summer. Both the 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. Bible Study We can also get you a book for the services. classes will resume on Wednesday, September 13.

Services are free.

Prayer Warriors Prayer service is on hiatus for the summer and will resume in September.

If you wish to have names of your loved ones Friday Evening Prayer service is on hiatus for the summer and will resume on Friday, September 8 at read on Yiskor – Yom Kippur, 7:30 p.m.

Please call or email me: Phone: 973-769-3915, The church has a free app available on your app store by putting in “Co Op CBC.” This app is open Email: RabbiDennisTobin@aol.com. to all.

––Rabbi Dennis Tobin 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) St. Joseph’s is located at 155 Dreiser Loop, lower level, Co-op City, Bronx, The Co-op City Baptist Church exists to glorify God and to establish a living NY 10475. E-mail: stjosephsepc@aol.com. Church phone number: 718-320community of people who follow the teachings of Jesus the Christ through 0844. Priest-in-Charge: Fr. Simeon O. Johnson, cell: 917-227-4303. worship, prayer, Bible Study and fellowship. We seek to meet the spiritual and Greetings! Due to the ongoing pandemic and related repairs to our space, St. physical needs of the church through ministry.

Joseph’s Church has made some adjustment to our schedule of services until ––Hattie L. Lucas further notice. We are gradually getting back to normal.

In-person worship service will be conducted at the church on Sunday, September 3, at 9 a.m. as well as via teleconference. To participate by teleconference, please dial 1-425-436-6344, Access Code: 509 898, followed by the “#” sign.

Please note that there will be no weekday prayers at noon during the month Iglesia Circulo de Cristo of August through September 8. We will resume on Monday, September 11.

Sincere condolences to our members, families and friends who have recently Jesus, a Close Friend lost loved ones. May the souls of the departed rest in perfect peace.

There is no other god who limited himself like Jesus and remained To our sick and shut-in, we extend our well wishes and prayers for a speedy transcendent and holy. He was in control of time and circumstances so he did recovery. not rush into healing a friend.

Happy birthday and best wishes to those who will be celebrating their (John 11:1) “A man named Lazarus was sick. He was from Bethany, the birthday this month. village of Mary and her sister Martha. So the sisters sent word to Jesus, Lord, Fundraising Event: The Episcopal Church Women (ECW) will be hosting the one you love is sick. Jesus said, I am the resurrection and the life. The our Annual Dinner Sale at the church on Saturday, September 30, starting at one who believes in me will live, even though they die; and whoever lives by noon until sold out. The menu will include BBQ chicken, fried chicken, oxtail believing in me will never die. Do you believe this?” and spare ribs. If you have any questions, please contact Valrie at 347-200-5850.

Jesus attributed life force to himself and claimed eternal life-giving power.

Grace and Peace!

He claimed divinity by stating that a conscious subjection to him guaranteed ––Merville Chambers life beyond death. He could walk and talk with someone, cry at their tomb, then raise them from the dead.

“When Mary reached the place where Jesus was and saw him, she fell at his feet and said, Lord, if you had been here, my brother would not have died.

When Jesus saw her weeping, and the Jews with her also weeping, he was deeply moved in spirit and troubled. Where have you laid him? he asked. Come and see Lord, they replied. Jesus wept.”

Although completely divine he was also completely human. Here an example of his power and depth of emotion are displayed. He wept denotes the empathy he felt for sin’s effects.

“Take away the stone, he said. But, Lord, said Martha by this time there is a bad odor, he has been there four days. He said, Did I not tell you if you believe, you will see the glory of God?” Jesus was about to do the impossible but he required that the people present do the possible. Martha could only see and smell death. Jesus reoriented her towards heaven. He prepared her for a God encounter. He emphasized the importance of belief for a miracle.

“When he had said this, Jesus called in a loud voice, Lazarus, come out! The dead man came out, his hands and feet wrapped with linen strips and a cloth around his face. Jesus said to them, Take off the grave clothes and let him go.”

Jesus commanded death to reverse itself and Lazarus was immediately reenergized and made whole. One thing was left, Lazarus was alive but needed to be freed. Jesus gave the privilege of providing greater freedom to those around him.

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

Wednesday: Nonperishable food distribution from 12-2 p.m.

Thursday: Prayer/Bible Study – 6:30-8 p.m.

Friday: Youth Service (Operation Grace), 6:30-9 p.m.

Saturday: Women’s Fellowship, second Saturday of the month, 12-3 p.m.

Young Adults, third Saturday of the month from 12-3 p.m.

Men’s Fellowship, fourth Saturday of the month Blessings in Christ, ––Pastor Luis F. Ramos Jr.

St. Joseph’s Episcopal Anglican Church

Circle of Christ Church

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Church of the New Vision Greetings, in the name of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. The Church of the New Vision and Pastors Kenneth and Deborah Hodge welcome you to worship with us at 115 Einstein Loop North, Bronx, NY 10475. Church phone: 718-671-8746 and Pastor’s phone: 914-522-5039.

Our scripture verse for 2023 is: Luke 10:27 “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.”

Sunday service will be at 11:00 a.m. Masks are required and temperature will be taken.

Wednesday Night Prayer Service and Bible Study starts at 7 p.m. The Conference Line number: 646-769-9900, Access Code: 3099388. Please mute your phone.

August 27, 2023 Worship Service theme: “For We Are God’s Workmanship.”

Scripture Ephesians 2:10 NKJV: “For we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand that we should walk

Pentecostal Tabernacle Pentecostal Tabernacle is located at 100 Co-op City Blvd., Building 22A. Mailing address: P.O. Box 204, Bronx, N.Y. 10475. Contact #: 718-3240334 or 718 320-4218.

Adult Bible Class starts at 10:30 a.m. Every Sunday morning, Worship Service starts noon-2 p.m.

Wednesdays: Prayer and fasting service at 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Bible Study and Prayer meeting will be held at 7:30 p.m.

Friday: Worship Service starts at 7:30 p.m.

All night services Wednesdays and Fridays will be held online. To join, call 720-740-9746, Access Code: 8876631.

Focus: Hearing The Humble A humble spirit touches the heart of God and causes him to reward the seeker.

St. Mark 7:28: And she answered and said unto him, yes, Lord, yet the dogs under the table eat of the children’s crumbs.

Humility is an attitude of submission and meekness, it is a quality that demonstrates modesty, mildness, lowliness of mind, and freedom from pride. It is the very cornerstone of character, therefore if a man lacks humility, all other qualities rest upon the shifting sand of human frailty. A lack of KXPLOLW\ LV D IDWDO ÀDZ WKDW ZLOO GHSRVH WKH VSLULWXDO nature endowed by the Holy Ghost.

Isaiah speaking of God: For thus saith the high and lofty One that inhabited eternity, whose Unregenerated man is born with a nature that is predisposed to sin, therefore, we must strive to walk humble before God. See Psalm 51:5.

Only by submitting our will to the will of God may help us to walk in righteousness and true humility.

James 4:5-7 states: Do you think that the scripture saith in vain, The spirit that dwelleth in us lusteth to envy? But he giveth more grace. Wherefore he saith, God resisted the proud, but giveth grace unto the humble. Submit yourselves therefore to *RG 5HVLVW WKH GHYLO DQG KH ZLOO ÀHH IURP \RX Since humility is contrary to the fallen nature of man, we should strive to cultivate an attitude of brokenness before God. Psalm 34; 18: The Lord is nigh unto them that are of a broken heart; and saveth such as be of a contrite spirit.

St. Mark chapter 7 tells us of The Syrophoenician woman who has a daughter with an unclean spirit, heard of Jesus, came. and fell at his feet, besought him that he would cast fort the devil out of her daughter. %XW -HVXV VDLWK XQWR KHU OHW WKH FKLOGUHQ ¿UVW EH ¿OOHG for it is not meet to take the children’s bread, and to cast it unto the dogs. In humility she answered and said unto him, yes, LORD, yet the dogs under the table eat of the children’s crumbs. And he said unto her, for this saying go thy way; the devil is gone out of thy daughter. Here we can clearly see the love of this mother for her daughter to ask God for help, and although the /RUG WROG KHU WR OHW WKH FKLOGUHQ EH ¿OOHG ¿UVW VKH UHsponded with humility. Proverbs 22:4 By humility and the fear of the Lord are riches, and honour and life.

—Rev. R. Sibblies

in them.” (Ephesians 2:1-9, Philippians 1:6) Save the Dates September 16, “Paint & Sip,” at 2 p.m., includes meal, donation: $30. To attend, kindly RSVP to Sis. Loretta Scott at 917-295-9511 or Sis. Y. Brightman at 917-969-0761 by September 9th. Looking forward to an afternoon full of fun and fellowship.

September 30, “LUNGEVITY,” 12 p.m.-1:30 p.m. Lung Cancer Awareness Talk, in collaboration with Amen Ministries Inc. and Church of the New Vision; BOLD visiting Church of the New Vision.

Join us and learn about the risks, prevention, screening and survivorship associated with Lung cancer!

Light refreshments will be included! Call 718-4303613 or email Cancerscreening@einsteinmed.edu.

We continue to pray for speedy recovery for the sick and shut-in, and offer condolences to families who lost loved ones and good health and wellness for all.

Your contributions, tithes and offerings can be mailed to Church of New Vision, P.O. Box 753037, Einstein Station, Bronx, New York 10475.

—Brenda Brown

Traditional Synagogue of Co-op City High Holidays Schedule 5783 (2022) The Services will be conducted by: Rabbi Avraham Parks Cantor – Name to follow Rosh Hashanah – New Year 5783 Erev Rosh Hashanah – Friday, Sept. 15, 2023 Light Candles (not before) – 6:47 p.m.

Evening Services (Mincha) at 7:00 p.m.

First Day of Rosh Hashanah – Saturday, Sept. 16 Morning Services (Shachris) at 9:30 a.m.

Luncheon after services by paid reservation only.

Tashlich (near the water) at 5:45 p.m.

Mincha at 6:30 p.m.

Light Candles (not before), 7:44 p.m.

Second Day of Rosh Hashanah – Sunday, September 17 Morning Services (Shachris) at 9:30 a.m.

Shofar at 11:00 a.m.

Sermon by Rabbi Parks.

Rosh Hashanah ends at 7:42 p.m.

Yom Kippur – Day of Repentance Erev Yom Kippur – Sunday, September 24 Fast Light Candles 6:31 p.m.

Kol Nidre at 6:45 p.m.

Yom Kippur Day – Monday, September 25 Morning Services at 10:00 a.m.

Yiskor at 11:30 a.m.

Mincha at 5:15 p.m.

Neila at 6:15 p.m.

Maariv at 7:15 p.m.

The Shofar Sounds – Yom Kippur ends at 7:27 p.m.

L’SHANA TOVA Please come on time so our prayers will not be rushed, and we will not be forced to fast until later than required. Saying Yizkor for a loved one requires a pledge of Tzedaka (Charity). Please support our Shul.

The Men’s Club is providing a Break the Fast (Food and Drink) at the end of the Services.

The synagogue would appreciate donations to keep our shul open. If you would like to help, go to www.Gofundme.com/Traditional-Synagogue-of-Co-op-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 rear lobby of 27B. It is on WKH JURXQG ÀRRU RI %XLOGLQJ % LW LV KDQGLFDS DFFHVVLEOH QR VWHSV 3KRQH QXPEHU 2I¿FH hours are Thursday and Sunday from noon to 2 p.m.

3OHDVH FDOO WKH RI¿FH EHIRUH \RX DWWHPSW WR FRPH RYHU ,I QR RQH LV LQ WKH RI¿FH SOHDVH OHDYH D PHVVDJH 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, Sept. 9, at 8:07 p.m.

Candle lighting on Friday, Sept. 8, at 6:56 p.m.

To all Members: Happy birthday to our members celebrating their birthday in September.

Fun and Games: After services and kiddush, members play games. Wishing all our members, and friends, peace, and good health.

––Bruce Gitelson

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RIVERBAY ANONYMOUS WHISTLEBLOWER HOTLINE If you have knowledge or a concern of possible violations of law, accounting irregularities, or other suspected wrongdoing affecting Riverbay, you are encouraged to report it to law enforcement, or you may report it through an anonymous hotline by the following methods: Go to an independent website to complete an online disclosure form, www.lighthouse-services/riverbaycorp; Call the following independent third party whistleblower hotline at 1-833-290-0009 (English); or 1-800-216-1288 (Spanish); Send an e-mail to reports@lighthouse-services.com (the email must include “Riverbay” in the subject); or Send a fax to (215) 689-3885 (the fax must include “Riverbay” in the subject of the report).

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. $IWHU WKH FDOO LV UHFHLYHG DQG WKH ORFDWLRQ LV QRWHG RIÀ FHUV ZLOO EH GLV patched to the home of the shareholder calling in the complaint. When the RIÀ FHUV DUULYH DW WKH KRPH RI WKDW VKDUHKROGHU WKH VKDUHKROGHU VKRXOG FRRS HUDWH ZLWK WKH RIÀ FHUV VR WKH\ FDQ FRQÀ UP WKDW WKHUH LV QRLVH IURP D QHLJK boring home that is loud enough to be considered a violation of Co-op City by-laws designed to ensure each home’s quality of life. $IWHU WKH LQYHVWLJDWLQJ RIÀ FHUV FRQÀ UP WKH QRLVH DQG GHWHUPLQH LW WR EH loud enough to be considered a violation, then a Community Complaint will be issued to the shareholder of record of the offending home.

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Public Safety ––––– (Continued from page 7) Be sure to stay safe after Labor Day. 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 hurricanes. Offshore breezes, the remnants of various hurricanes and tropical storms still cause residual effects along the East &RDVW :KLOH WKLV PD\ EH JRRG IRU VXU¿ QJ LW LV QRW JRRG IRU LQH[SHULHQFHG swimmers and children. Only swim in areas where and when lifeguards are on duty. After Labor Day, some beaches may not have lifeguards present and should be avoided. No one should ever swim alone. Children should always have adult supervision. No one should swim at a beach without a lifeguard present, no matter how good of a swimmer that person thinks they are.

If your plans include 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. School will be open, drive safely. Never pass D VWRSSHG VFKRRO EXV ZLWK LWV UHG OLJKWV À DVKLQJ The Department of Public Safety would like to remind cooperators that it is a violation of your lease to place food out for animals to eat. A Community Complaint may be issued for littering to anyone who puts food out for any reason. Well intentioned cooperators may think they are putting food out for stray cats or birds but the food ends up attracting rats, raccoons, skunks, coyotes or other animals which can be a threat to residents.

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Please resist the urge to place food out for animals in Co-op City or elsewhere.

Always remember, if you see something, say something. Call 911 and the Department of Public Safety at (718) 671-3050. 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.

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. Do not forget to say hello to your neighbors when you SDVV HDFK RWKHU LQ WKH KDOOZD\ RU LQ WKH VWUHHW ZKLOH REVHUYLQJ VL[ IRRW VRFLDO distance. Co-op City strives to accommodate all persons. 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.

If You See Something, Say Something!

Working Together To Keep Co-op City Safe!

• Report any unusual or suspicious persons or activity to CCPD. • Do not allow strangers access to your building by holding the door.

• Be aware of work being done in your building and when contractors are allowed to be on the premises.

• Never leave your car or apartment door unlocked.

• Do not leave packages or electronics in your car where they are visible.

• Remember: You can make anonymous calls to CCPD.

Emergency: 718-671-3050 or 9-1-1 • Non-Emergency: 718-320-3330 www.ccpd.us • @CCPDnyc

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