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RIVERBAY CORPORATION Frequently Asked Questions and Answers Q. WHICH CABLE PROVIDERS OPERATE IN CO-OP CITY? A. Currently, there are three options: • MATV (or Master Antenna) provides only local channels 2-13 (including the Lobby, Laundry Room & Riverbay Information Channel). Contact your CSO for assistance setting this service up.

• Altice • Satellite Dish (only for apartments with terraces facing the NYC skyline). Application and procedures can be obtained by calling (718) 320-3300, Ext. 3529.

Q. ARE DOOR CAMERAS ALLOWED IN CO-OP CITY? A. Yes, however, door cameras must meet the following requirements: • Must be battery powered • Must not be hard wired in a way that requires any type of drilling into the apartment door.

• Must not be mounted on any wall in the public hallway.

• Must be parallel to the peephole on the door.

Q. ARE LAUNDRY ROOM DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE? A. Yes, on Tuesdays & Thursdays until 5:00 p.m. (for washers only).

Q. IS IT NECESSARY TO FILL OUT THE WINDOW GUARD FORM EVERY YEAR? A. Yes, the window guard form is required by law annually.

PARKING & LEASING DEPARTMENT Q. WHAT ARE THE HOURS OF OPERATION FOR THE PARKING & LEASING DEPARTMENT? A. Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.; Tuesday and Thursday, 8 a.m.-7 p.m.

Q. HOW DO I CONTACT THE PARKING & LEASING DEPARTMENT? A. Dial 718-320-3300, Select Option #6; or email: parkingdepartment@riverbaycorp.com Parking assistance is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Press the µ+HOS¶ EXWWRQ DW DQ\ RI WKH SD\ VWDWLRQV ORFDWHG RQ WKH ¿UVW ÀRRU RI HDFK JDUDJH and you will be connected to a service representative.

Q. WHAT DOCUMENTATION IS NEEDED TO OBTAIN A PARKING SPACE IN THE GARAGE? A. A current Driver’s License (or Gov’t. issued ID), Vehicle Registration, and Insurance. ALL documents MUST have a Co-op City address.

For new move-ins, Riverbay will accept your old ID and registration if proof (the e-receipt) is provided that you have changed your address with DMV. The primary shareholder MUST sign the license agreement. If the applicant is not WKH SULPDU\ VKDUHKROGHU WKH\ PXVW EH RQ WKH ,QFRPH $I¿GDYLW Monthly Rates for Parking Leases: • $84.15 – Regular Parking • $111.85 – Reserve Parking • $90.09 – Blacktop Parking • $40.43 – Motorcycle Parking Notes: • There is currently a waiting list for regular parking spaces in garages 2, 7 and 8. There is no waiting list for garages 1, 3, 4, 5 and 6.

• Shareholders who reside in Section 5 and Buildings 6 through 10 and apply for parking leases, are offered a spot in Garage 5 at a reduced rate while they are placed on the waiting list for garages closer to their buildings. Garage 5 is located opposite Bay Plaza at the corner of Asch Loop and Co-op City Blvd.

• Parking rates are subject to change at any time, with the approval of the Riverbay Board of Directors and NYS Division of Homes and Community Renewal (HCR).

• There are also waiting lists for reserved parking spaces in all garages, and black top parking around the garages.

• Shareholders who would like to apply for any waiting list, may call, email, or visit the Parking department (Bartow, Room 23) to request an application.

Q. IS PARKING AVAILABLE FOR MY GUESTS? A. Shareholders can purchase temporary parking passes for guests at a discounted rate. Contact the Parking & Leasing department 24 hours before your guest’s arrival. You will need to provide your guest’s vehicle year, make, model, color, and license plate number.

Rates for Guest Parking: • 3 days – $44.26 • 4-7 days – $70.81 • 8-14 days – $84.97 • 15-21 days – $106.21 • 22-30 days – $123.92 (Continued on page 9)

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Review ––––– (Continued from page 1) * Box trucks and large articulated trucks would be charged for the space they occupy on the street. Box trucks would be charged double the auto rate and articulated trucks would be charged three times the auto rate. The TMRB recommended not charging trucks similarly to the prices of existing tunnels, because those trucks would end up diverting through environmental justice neighborhoods, which are typically low-income areas disproportionately affected by environmental hazards or lack of natural resources. * Commuter buses and specialized government vehicles would be exempt from the Central Business District Tolls. * The discount for low-income drivers who frequently drive into the Central Business District would be 50% as opposed to 25%, which was originally proposed in the Environmental Assessment of the MTA’s congestion pricing plan. The discount would apply to the daytime toll rate and would activate after 10 trips in one month.

Following the recap of features each tolling structure scenario would have, Michaelson then provided an outline of features the TMRB was considering including in various capacities: * Drivers who commute through one of the city’s main tunnels would receive a discount or “crossing credit” on their Central Business District toll. * Customers of taxis and for-hire vehicle services would incur a per ride toll for trips into the Central Business District. * A discount that would charge a lower Central Business District toll rate during certain hours of the night.

Next, Michaelson discussed the four scenarios that the TMRB was choosing between. Below is each scenario that was discussed: Scenario 1: * Nighttime discount of 50% off the Central Business District toll rate between the hours of 9 p.m. to 6 a.m. * Daytime period between 6 a.m. and 9 p.m. * A crossing credit of $7 for commuters traveling through a tolled tunnel to enter the Central Business District. * Customers of taxis, green cabs and black cars would incur a $1.50 toll per ride into the Central Business District. * Customers of app-based for-hire vehicles would incur a $2 toll per ride into the Central Business District.

Scenario 2: * Nighttime discount of 50% off the Central Business District toll rate between the hours of 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. * A 25% discount off the Central Business District toll rate between the hours of 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. and 5 a.m. to 6 p.m. * Daytime period between 6 a.m. and 8 p.m. * A crossing credit of $5 for commuters traveling through a tolled tunnel to enter the Central Business District. * Customers of taxis, green cabs and black cars would incur a $1 toll per ride into the Central Business District. * Customers of app-based for-hire vehicles would incur a $1.50 toll per ride into the Central Business District. * Customers of taxis, green cabs, black cars and app-based for-hire vehicles would have a 50% nighttime discount on the per ride toll for a trip into the Central Business District.

Scenario 3: * Nighttime discount of 75% off the Central Business District toll rate between the hours of 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. * Daytime period between 5 a.m. and 10 p.m. * A crossing credit of $5 for commuters traveling through a tolled tunnel to enter the Central Business District. This credit would be reduced during nighttime hours to compensate for the lower nighttime toll rate. * Customers of taxis, green cabs and black cars would incur a $1 toll per ride into the Central Business District. * Customers of app-based for-hire vehicles would incur a $2 toll per ride into the Central Business District. * Customers of taxis, green cabs, black cars and app-based for-hire vehicles would have a 75% nighttime discount on the per ride toll for a trip into the Central Business District. * Customers of taxis, green cabs, black cars and app-based for-hire vehicles

would be charged $0.75 for trips inside of the Central Business District during daytime hours.

Scenario 4: * Nighttime discount of 50% off the Central Business District toll rate between the hours of 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. * A 25% discount off the Central Business District toll rate between the hours of 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. and 5 a.m. to 6 p.m. * Daytime period between 6 a.m. and 8 p.m. * A crossing credit of $4 for commuters traveling through a tolled tunnel to enter the Central Business District. * Customers of taxis, green cabs and black cars would incur a $1.50 toll per ride into the Central Business District. * Customers of app-based for-hire vehicles would incur a $2 toll per ride into the Central Business District. * Customers of taxis, green cabs, black cars and app-based for-hire vehicles would have a 50% nighttime discount on the per ride toll for a trip into the Central Business District. &KDLU RI WKH 7UDI¿F 0RELOLW\ 5HYLHZ %RDUG &DUO :HLVEURG H[SODLQHG WKH VLJQL¿FDQFH RI WKH UHYHQXH FUHDWHG E\ FRQJHVWLRQ SULFLQJ DQG KRZ LW ZRXOG positively impact the MTA’s operating capacity. ³:H DOO UHFRJQL]H WKDW WKH UHYHQXH JHQHUDWHG WKURXJK FRQJHVWLRQ SULFLQJ goes to capital (projects) and doesn’t go to operating. But, clearly, to a signifLFDQW H[WHQW LQYHVWPHQW LQ RXU FDSLWDO SURMHFWV DIIHFWV RXU RSHUDWLQJ :H MXVW have to look at last Friday and the impact of that terrible storm on the MTA and subway system, and on Metro North and Long Island Railroad as well and recognize how much has to be done to make our system more resilient,” :HLVEURG VDLG The MTA’s Triborough Bridge and Tunnel Authority (TBTA) is in charge of designing the Central Business District Tolling Program and will ultimately decide the tolling structure. %HIRUH 7%7$ RI¿FLDOV KROG D ¿QDO YRWH RQ WKH WROOLQJ VWUXFWXUH 705% members will provide their recommendations. After receiving those recommendations, the TBTA will then conduct their own process, one that also includes a public hearing.

October 2nd was the third meeting of the TMRB, following a meeting held on July 19 and later on August 17.

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The Unsung Heroes of Public Safety – The Vital Role of Dispatchers Public Safety Report

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September 26, 2023 September 30, 2023 2036 Bartow Avenue Opposite 750 Baychester Ave. A Rite Aid employee observed a $ QRQ UHVLGHQW UHSRUWHG UHWXUQLQJ WR suspect remove various items from her parked vehicle and observing the WKH VKHOI DQG SODFH WKHP LQ KLV EDFN rear passenger window was smashed pack before exiting the store without and two rolls of quarters removed.

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TIPS A 911 CALLER SHOULD KEEP IN MIND

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NYPD emergency operators are trained to handle a wide range of calls and incidents. To support a rapid police response, here are helpful guidelines a 911 caller should keep in mind: Describe The Emergency

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Are you or is someone else hurt?

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If you have witnessed a crime or been victimized, get to safety first. As soon as you can, call 911. Describe the suspect or suspects, whether weapons are involved, are they in a vehicle, what make/model or color? Even partial descriptions can be helpful.

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back to the outgoing cooperator for such replacement.

NOTES: • Guest Parking Rates are subject to change at any time, with the approval of the Riverbay Board of Directors and NYS Division of Housing and Community Renewal.

• Availability may vary by garage, season, or other circumstances.

Q. IS RIVERBAY RESPONSIBLE FOR MAINTAINING CLOSET DOORS AND KITCHEN CABINETS ONCE A COOPERATOR TAKES OCCUPANCY OF AN APARTMENT? A. Once a cooperator moves in, the cooperator is responsible for making sure closet doors and kitchen cabinets remain in working order.

Q. WHAT HAPPENS IF THE ENTRANCE DOOR TO MY APARTQ. HOW DO I ADDRESS GARAGE-RELATED ISSUES AFTER HOURS? A. For Parking-related assistance after hours, press the ‘Help’ button at pay MENT IS SCRATCHED DURING THE MOVE-OUT PROCESS? A. The entrance door is painted prior to a new cooperator moving in. New VWDWLRQV ORFDWHG RQ WKH ¿UVW ÀRRU RI HDFK JDUDJH $VVLVWDQFH LV DYDLODEOH KRXUV shareholders are cautioned to make every effort to ensure the apartment door is a day, 7 days a week. not scratched or damaged during the move-in process. However, if the door does get scratched, it is the shareholder’s responsibility to have the door re-painted Q. ARE STORAGE UNITS AVAILABLE IN MY BUILDING? A. Yes, however, there is a waiting list for storage units in ALL buildings. If through their respective Maintenance department. you wish to apply for the waiting list, please call or email the Parking departQ. ARE THERE WOOD FLOORS THROUGHOUT THE APARTMENT? ment for an application.

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NOTE: Q. IS TOUCH-UP PAINT PROVIDED UPON MOVE IN? • Rates are subject to change at any time, with the approval of the Board of A. No. Riverbay does not currently provide paint.

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NOTE: The following items are functional items and cannot be removed: 1. Cables in the closets – These cables are riser cables used for telephone service and cannot be removed.

7XEV ± 127 $// WXEV DUH UHVXUIDFHG 7XEV DUH FKHFNHG GXULQJ WKH LQQ. HOW DO I RENT A COMMUNITY CENTER ROOM FOR A spection process and resurfaced only if necessary. Non-abrasive cleaners are recommended.

FUNCTION? FINANCE DEPARTMENT A. (PDLO VFKHGXOLQJ#ULYHUED\FRUS FRP RU FDOO VHOHFW 2SQ. HOW DO I PAY MY CARRYING CHARGES ONLINE? WLRQ IRU URRP UHQWDOV A. To pay your monthly carrying charge online, visit gozego.com. You may download the Zego Resident mobile app to your smart device and register your CALL CENTER/EMERGENCY DESK Q. WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN WORK ORDERS AC- DFFRXQW <RX FDQ DOVR XVH WKH OLQN DW WKH ERWWRP RI WKH +RPH SDJH RQ WKH RI¿CEPTED BY THE NIGHT AND DAY SHIFTS OF THE MAINTANCE cial Co-op City website, coopcity.com.

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Q. SINCE I PAY MONTHLY MAINTENANCE, WHY IS THERE A FEE TO REPAIR CERTAIN ITEMS IN MY APARTMENT? A. Additional charges are typically for repairing items not originally installed

by Riverbay or for items damaged beyond normal wear and tear.

Q. WHEN DOES RIVERBAY TURN ON THE HEAT/AC? A. $QQXDOO\ E\ RU VRRQ DIWHU 0D\ WK KHDW LV WXUQHG RII DQG DLU FRQGLWLRQLQJ LV WXUQHG RQ 1<& KHDW UHJXODWLRQV UHTXLUH WKDW WKH +RXVLQJ &RUSRUDWLRQ provide heat from October 1 through May 31, when the outdoor temperature is EHORZ GHJUHHV LQGRRU WHPSHUDWXUHV PXVW EH DW OHDVW GHJUHHV $W QLJKW WKH WHPSHUDWXUH LQGRRUV PXVW EH DW OHDVW GHJUHHV UHJDUGOHVV RI WKH WHPSHUDWXUH outside.

Q. WHAT IS THE CALL CENTER RESPONSIBLE FOR? A. In addition to managing heavy call volume, Call Center representatives generate and distribute work orders for: • Maintenance • Plastering • Painting • Flooring • Tiling • Inspections • Finance Q. DOES RIVERBAY PROVIDE APPLIANCES FOR NEW SHAREHOLDERS? A. No. Shareholders are responsible for purchasing and maintaining their own appliances.

RESTORATION DEPARTMENT Q. ARE VENETIAN BLINDS STANDARD IN CO-OP CITY APARTMENTS? A. No, cooperators are responsible for window dressing and cleaning. (An instructional video on how to clean your Co-op City windows is available at the corporation’s YouTube FKDQQHO WLQ\XUO FRP PD]PH DQG RQ WKH 5LYHUED\ LQ KRXVH FKDQQHO FKDQQHO $OWLFH VXEVFULEHUV DQG FKDQQHO 0$79 The YouTube FKDQQHO FDQ DOVR EH DFFHVVHG WKURXJK WKH RI¿FLDO 5LYHUED\ ZHEVLWH FRRSFLW\ FRP Q. DO APARTMENTS HAVE “POPCORN” CEILINGS? A. No, all popcorn ceilings are removed during the restoration process.

Q. WHAT IS THE RECOMMENDED WAY TO CLEAN MY WOOD FLOORS? A. It is not advisable to use heavy water during the cleaning process since DSDUWPHQW ÀRRUV DUH QDWXUDO ZRRG DQG PD\ DEVRUE PRLVWXUH 7KH XVH RI 6ZLIWer mop pads is recommended. Cooperators may also use products to enhance RU SUHVHUYH WKH ORRN RI WKHLU ÀRRUV KRZHYHU HQKDQFHPHQWV VKRXOG QRW EH VR GUDPDWLF DV WR FKDQJH WKH RULJLQDO ORRN RI WKH ÀRRU 6XFK FKDQJHV ZLOO UHTXLUH UHSODFHPHQW RI WKH ÀRRU ZKHQ WKH VKDUHKROGHU PRYHV RXW DQG UHVXOW LQ D FKDUJH

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Project X/Ramp C Updates...Still I'm sure there are other topics to be discussed but I'm still stuck in Ramp C land. Believe me, I know I have been going on and on about it.

It’s been well over a year. That's how important a topic it is to me, and how important saving it is to Section 5. As for the interconnecting MetroNorth problem, if we permanently lose our mostexcellent-road-from-everywhere, there goes southof-the-tracks access to the station (unless someone throws a few hundred million at it in the future to correct the error).

Ramp C – the road Section 5 takes to get home from City Island or the beach or from the zoo or the garden (via the turnaround) – is also the Road to the Road to the Train. Once Ramp C is gone for good, it will be sorely missed by taking Section 5’s peace of mind with it along with every blanketyblank parking space.

I'm sure Ramp C's been closed by now, now that the sweltering heat has ended and the rains have subsided, but closed does not mean destroyed. Not yet.

I was told, Thursday would be the day. Closed, yes, but not decommissioned (that's the word the DOT uses for destroyed). Its destruction should be put off until all phases of the project are complete but there's no guarantee that that will come to be.

I’m told they will wait until the 4th-lane is open to judge the project’s success, but they will not hold RII DQ\ IDWDO ¿ QDO GHFLVLRQ WLOO WKH +XWFK H[LW UDPS to Bartow is completed and factored in before we possibly, permanently lose our road, our failsafe road.

We need Ramp C for our safety, we need Ramp C for our convenience, but we also need it for the future. At some point, the MTA is going to buckle and say, wow we sure could use a south of the tracks entrance to the station, as if no one had ever brought up the topic.

There’s going to be a city-sponsored MetroNorth station discussion on October 18th from 6 to 8 p.m. in Einstein Community Center. Come prepared!

Project X info updates can be found online by entering “https://Bit.ly/Section5ProjectX” in the URL search line (or by scanning the QR code that can be found in the Section Five Association article). There, you will see what’s new, what’s old, what’s the same, and what’s the latest action we need to take to – Save Ramp C. Petitions – More than 1,150 people have taken digital action to Save Ramp C. Some of them gave WKHLU UHDVRQV IRU MRLQLQJ WKH HIIRUW +HUH WKH\ DUH Closing this direct road to Palmer Ave. (from City Island or the zoo) will hurt people in the area—namely me! Somebody! Step up and primary [politician's name withheld] before he thinks up something else to cause more trouble for the people in Section 5, Co-op City. Please!...

I am a concerned resident of Co-op City who uses this ramp everyday. The proposed closure will add an additional 30 minutes to my daily commute.

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Saving Ramp C will save our neighborhood from WKH WUDI¿ F DSRFDO\SVH WKHVH QHZ WUDI¿ F SDWWHUQV DQG Metro-North station will bring!...We would like to keep ramp C open and active to minimize future WUDI¿ F FRQJHVWLRQ .HHS LW RSHQ ...

It would be a massive mistake causing built up WUDI¿ F IRU RXU UHVLGHQWV 1RW WR PHQWLRQ HPHUJHQF\ vehicle delays costing lives. Who decides to make changes to our area impacting our quality of life?

Everyone, send everyone you know this petition; OHW¶V DOO ¿ JKW WKLV WRJHWKHU /HW¶V PDNH D FKDQJH ...We need that exit to get home!... It’s an inconvenience and it would add extra time for me to leave for work. It’s bad enough one bus got taken away... Now it would be beyond crowded if we have to take the 23 and stop in all the sections....

I’ve lived in Co-op City for 22 years and this ramp is the gateway for me and my children to get WR VFKRRO RQ WLPH ZLWKRXW GHDOLQJ ZLWK WUDI¿ F« Between the express bus, double parked cars ZDLWLQJ IRU D VSDFH LQFUHDVHG WUDI¿ F DIWHU WKH +XWFK exit opening & ramp C closing, Section 5 might as well be the Bruckner...

Closing ramp C is a logistics mistake... , OLYH LQ 6HFWLRQ DQG OHVV WUDI¿ F ZLOO GR D ORW of good... $QG KHUH V P\ FHQWV , P VLJQLQJ EHFDXVH a world of hurt is barreling down on Co-op City’s 6HFWLRQ %URQ[ 1< :H¶UH ¿ JKWLQJ WR hold back the destruction of a road that more than 10,000 people who live and work in Section 5,

depend on.

We have three roads into Section 5 – Bartow Ave., I-95, and the independent Ramp C. Ramp C was named and labeled for destruction by Project X. A nameless entry ramp that more than 10,000 people have depended on for decades was named, labeled, and put into the plan only to be destroyed.

Its loss will inconvenience and endanger the people of Section 5. Save Ramp C. Save Section 5...

7KH FORVLQJ RI 5DPS & ZLOO LQFUHDVH WKH WUDI¿ F of my daily commute and gas is already too expensive for it to be going to waste as I sit idling to get home...

Don't sit idly by. Stand up to save Ramp C! You can reach me at 718-219-2211.

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RIVERBAY CORPORATION Financial Statements For Years Ended March 31, 2023 and 2022

(Please Note: Shareholders who would like to obtain an electronic copy of the Financials should send an email to RiverbayFinance@riverbaycorp.com.

Please include Building/Apartment and account number when making the request.)

Independent Auditors’ Report The Board of Directors Riverbay Corporation Opinion We have audited the accompanying financial statements of Riverbay Corporation (the “Company”), which comprise the balance sheets as of March 31, 2023 and 2022, and the related statements of comprehensive (loss), changes in shareholders’ deficit and cash flows for the years then ended, and the related notes to the financial statements.

In our opinion, the financial statements referred to above present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of Riverbay Corporation as of March 31, 2023 and 2022 and the results of its operations and its cash flows for the years then ended in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America.

Basis for Opinion We conducted our audits in accordance with auditing standards generally accepted in the United States of America. Our responsibilities under those standards are further described in the Auditors’ Responsibilities for the Audit of the Financial Statements section of our report. We are required to be independent of Riverbay Corp-oration and to meet our other ethical responsibili-

ties in accordance with the relevant ethical requirements relating to our audits.

We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our audit opinion.

Responsibilities of Management for the Financial Statements Management is responsible for the preparation and fair presentation of the financial statements in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America, and for the design, implementation, and maintenance of internal control relevant to the preparation and fair presentation of financial statements that are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error.

In preparing the financial statements, management is required to evaluate whether there are conditions or events, considered in the aggregate, that raise substantial doubt about Riverbay Corporation’s ability to continue as a going concern within one year after the date that the financial statements are available to be issued.

Auditors’ Responsibilities for the Audit of the Financial Statements Our objectives are to obtain reasonDEOH DVVXUDQFH DERXW ZKHWKHU WKH ¿nancial statements as a whole are free

from material misstatement, whether include examining, on a test basis, evidue to fraud or error, and to issue an dence regarding the amounts and discloauditors’ report that includes our opin- VXUHV LQ WKH ¿QDQFLDO VWDWHPHQWV ion. Reasonable assurance is a high • Obtain an understanding of internal level of assurance but is not absolute control relevant to the audit in order to assurance and therefore is not a guar- design audit procedures that are approantee that an audit conducted in accor- priate in the circumstances, but not for dance with generally accepted auditing the purpose of expressing an opinion on standards will always detect a material the effectiveness of Riverbay Corporamisstatement when it exists. The risk of tion’s internal control. Accordingly, no not detecting a material misstatement such opinion is expressed. resulting from fraud is higher than for • Evaluate the appropriateness of acone resulting from error, as fraud may counting policies used and the reasoninvolve collusion, forgery, intentional DEOHQHVV RI VLJQL¿FDQW DFFRXQWLQJ HVWLomissions, misrepresentation, or the mates made by management, as well as override of internal control. Misstate- evaluate the overall presentation of the ments are considered material if there ¿QDQFLDO VWDWHPHQWV is a substantial likelihood that, individ• Conclude whether in our judgually or in the aggregate, they would ment, there are conditions or events, LQÀXHQFH WKH MXGJPHQW PDGH E\ D considered in the aggregate, that raise UHDVRQDEOH XVHU EDVHG RQ WKH ¿QDQFLDO substantial doubt about Riverbay Corstatements. poration’s ability to continue as a going In performing an audit in accordance concern for a reasonable period of time. with generally accepted auditing stanWe are required to communicate dards, we: with those charged with governance • Exercise professional judgment regarding, among other matters, the and maintain professional skepticism planned scope and timing of the audit, throughout the audit.

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Building 9 Association

Building 6 Association

Greetings, Building 9 family and friends.

Covid-19 variants continue to circulate. We have had several infections and hospitalizations of neighbors. Covid-19 tests are available free of charge by emailing COVIDtests.gov. Masks will be available at every Association meeting going forward.

At the time of this writing, a Health Fair will be held in the Dreiser Auditorium on Saturday, October 7. Please drop in.

On September 28, the Building Association’s General Membership meeting was held (pictured below). Our invited guests were Marvin L. Walton, Executive General Manager; and Cary Smith, Assistant Executive General Manager.

Marvin Walton shared his vision for the future of Co-op City. A hearty question and answer session followed.

We would like to thank the following members for their attendance and participation: Janet Yarrell, Linda Holley, Barbara Cloud, Peggy Rembert, Evelyn Mavins, Barnett Campbell, Karen Blanchette, Wanda Randall, Harold Stancil, Ellen Wilkins, Edwin Ramos, Daysi Solano-Ramos, Rosemary Bailey, Theresa Gorden, Yvonne Booth, Dinora Tirado, Ana Nieves, Denille Watson, Pamela Bryan, Shirley Johnson, Shirley McCann, Linda Morris, and Sharon Moore. The Building 9 Association executive board worked diligently behind the scenes to create and ensure a successful meeting experience for all. I thank Linda Holley, Rosemary Bailey, Barbara Cloud, and Wanda Randall.

2Q 2FWREHU WKH &KXUFK RI *RG¶V &KLOGUHQ KRVWHG WKH 0D\RU¶V 2I¿FH µ%UHDNing Bread and Building Bonds’ event. It was well attended and the guest speakHUV ZHUH RXWVWDQGLQJ 7KH WKHPH RI WKH HYHQW ZDV µOLYLQJ \RXU LQWHQGHG SXUSRVH ¶ Evelyn Mavins, Ellen Wilkins, Theresa Gorden, and I represented Building 9.

Friday, September 29, brought a deluge of 7 to 8 inches of rainfall in and around New York City. The Building 9 basement took on water as a result of the torrential rain. The basement/laundry room area was inaccessible while the ÀRRG ZDWHU ZDV EHLQJ SXPSHG RXW “For while we have our eyes on the future, history has its eye on us.”

—Linda Collins

Happy Saturday, fellow neighbors.

We hope all is well. We have had a busy week with welcoming NYS Assemblyman Michael Benedetto this past Tuesday for his Lobby Talk where he explained to shareholders what he has been up to in Albany for our district (pictured at right, top).

Yesterday evening, we had a fabulous Meet and Greet in Room 1 of Dreiser (pictured at right, bottom). Even in the inclement weather, neighbors muddled through with great energy. We had a mini smorgasbord of three-foot hoagies (roast beef, turkey, ham), baked penne with four cheese, Tuscan style baked chicken and rice with garden salad and an assortment of chips, water and sodas as a thank you for participation so far.

The Building 6 Association would like to personally thank Mr. Harry Fletcher for the two homemade delicious lemon pound and chocolate chip bundt cakes, 0UV -RDQ 0XUUHOO IRU WKH FRQJUDWXODWRU\ FDNH DQG UDIÀH DQG 0UV 'Dnette Foyle and another neighbor, who won and paid it forward into the treasury. That is an example of team work and community.

Stay tuned, neighbors. We will have a free candy giveaway on Halloween in the lobby from 5-7 p.m. and are planning a big “Friendsgiving” with Buildings 7 and 8. For committee seats information on donations or volunteering, please contact me at 347-366-7690.

Until next time, stay safe. Godspeed.

––Lauren K. Lassiter

Family caregivers provide much of the care or assistance for people with health problems or disabilities living in the community. They help family members or friends with activities necessary for daily living, such as bathing, dressing, paying bills, shopping, running errands and choosing health care coverage for a loved one. Caregiving can also include emotional support or help to manage a chronic disease or disability. This can happen in the caregiver’s home, the care recipient’s home or long distance.

Care recipients are adults or children with a chronic illness, a disabling condition, or an older person who needs ongoing assistance with everyday tasks to function daily. The person needing help may also require primary and acute medical care or rehabilitation services (occupational, speech and physical therapies).

Every caregiver’s role and responsibilities are unique. Perhaps you may have undertaken the role of a family caregiver for a family member who requires assistance a few days a week in their home, assisting a loved one that you had to move into your home, or a friend recovering from major surgery. You may be a long-distance caregiver caring for an adult disabled child or a family member with Alzheimer’s. You may be a youth trying to balance school and social activities while caring for a disabled sibling. Regardless of where the caregiver lives, caregiving is often long-lasting and ever-expanding. Whatever the circumstances, caregivers share a universal oneness. There is that connection and caregivers easily empathize with other careJLYHUV 7KH MR\ IXO¿OOPHQW DQG FRQWHQWPHQW RI assuring a loved one is cared for as you want to be cared for are rewarding. However, family caregivers often face many challenges. The challenges can include navigating the health care system, conÀLFWV EHWZHHQ VLEOLQJV RU D ORYHG RQH¶V UHOXFWDQFH to accept assistance. The old saying that caregivers often hear from healthcare providers, “People have the right to make wrong decisions,” is hard to swallow because a loved one’s decision to accept or reject assistance dramatically affects a caregiver’s life.

Are you a family caregiver, a baby boomer, or foresee yourself taking on the caregiving role soon? What stage of the caregiver’s spectrum are you in? Remember that undertaking a family caregiver’s role can be subtle, sudden or unpredictable.

Take a moment out of your busy day to take a few deep breaths, take a walk, read a book, or watch a funny movie, but most of all, reach out for help if you are at a point of caregiver fatigue or burnout. Caregivers need caring too.

Are you just about to retire and enroll in a Medicare 2024 Advantage Plan or thinking about changing your or your loved one’s present plan? Do you want to get an understanding to help you make informed decisions during the enrollment period? Please join us on October 19 via Zoom at 7 p.m. for our monthly 45-minute Zoom information session. Please RSVP on the website. www.comeoutreach.org.

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Third Annual Rivers Run Community Garden Creativity Exhibition

Photos by P.M. Campbell

BY P.M. CAMPBELL

Shareholders welcomed October and Autumn with a celebration of the diverse artistic and cultural traditions which are found in Co-op City.

The Rivers Run Community Garden hosted their third annual Creativity Exhibition on October 1st, after rescheduling because of Friday and Saturday’s VWRUPV DQG ÀRRGV 7KH IUHH HYHQW RIIHUHG ZRUNshops, vendors, and music and was funded, in part,

by NYC Department of Cultural Affairs and Citizens Committee for NYC, in partnership with the City Council and the Bronx Council on the Arts as well as Council Member Kevin C. Riley. The organizers of the extravaganza ensured that the event demonstrated how the garden could build solidarity through artistry.

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of the garden, she headed the Planning Committee of the celebration and reached out to local artists to participate.

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Section 5’s Fridge/Pantry Distributes Produce Despite Severe Flooding in NYC

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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 who have lost loved ones.

—Betty Smith

Building 26 Association Upcoming Events at Building 26 – Mark Your Calendar! $UH \RX UHDG\ IRU VRPH H[FLWLQJ HYHQWV DW %XLOGLQJ WKLV 2FWREHU" )URP PHPEHUVKLS GULYHV WR +DOORZHHQ IXQ WKHUH V VRPHWKLQJ IRU HYHU\RQH WR HQMR\ +HUH V D TXLFN UXQGRZQ RI ZKDW V WR FRPH Membership Drive: October 17 from 5-7 p.m. – Join us in the lobbies of A, % DQG & RQ 2FWREHU WK EHWZHHQ S P IRU RXU 0HPEHUVKLS 'ULYH ,W V D JUHDW RSSRUWXQLW\ WR EHFRPH D SDUW RI RXU FRPPXQLW\ DQG JHW LQYROYHG LQ %XLOGLQJ IRU MXVW D IHH Fall Festival Flea Market: October 21 from 12-5 p.m. – 'RQ W PLVV RXU )DOO )HVWLYDO )OHD 0DUNHW )HVWLYDO ,W¶V WKH SHUIHFW RSSRUWXQLW\ WR LQGXOJH LQ DQ afternoon of thrifting, where you might stumble upon unique treasures and fanWDVWLF KROLGD\ JLIWV 3OXV LW¶V D JUHDW FKDQFH WR FRQQHFW ZLWK \RXU QHLJKERUV DQG enjoy the community room.

If you are still interested in showcasing your items, we still have limited space DYDLODEOH IRU YHQGRUV 5HVHUYH \RXU WDEOH WRGD\ IRU MXVW General Meeting: October 24 at 7 p.m. – We encourage you to attend and bring your neighbors. This is your chance to stay informed and voice any concerns you may have.

Association Room Open Hours: October 26 from 6-8 p.m. – Our Association Room will be open for everyone to unwind. Enjoy some snacks, engage in fall art activities suitable for all ages, and take advantage of the giving shelf. If \RX QHHG WHFK VXSSRUW ZH UH KHUH WR DVVLVW ZKHWKHU LW V LQVWDOOLQJ DQ DSS RQ \RXU phone or navigating your computer.

Treats and Tricks Halloween Party: October 28 from 12-3 p.m. – Calling DOO %XLOGLQJ \RXWK :H UH KRVWLQJ D VSRRNWDFXODU +DOORZHHQ SDUW\ 7R MRLQ the fun, all children must be accompanied by an adult. The event is free, but please make sure to register each child who will be attending so we have enough for all. You can scan the QR code or contact us for registration details. )RU PRUH GHWDLOHG LQIRUPDWLRQ DERXW WKHVH HYHQWV EH VXUH WR FKHFN RXW WKH À\HUV SRVWHG LQ \RXU OREE\¶V EXOOHWLQ ERDUG ,I \RX KDYH DQ\ TXHVWLRQV RU QHHG IXUWKHU LQIRUPDWLRQ IHHO IUHH WR UHDFK RXW WR XV YLD HPDLO DW &RRS&LW\7$ # JPDLO FRP RU JLYH XV D FDOO DW :H FDQ W ZDLW WR VHH \RX DW WKHVH XSFRPLQJ HYHQWV /HW V PDNH 2FWREHU DW %XLOGLQJ D PRQWK WR UHPHPEHU 6WD\ VDIH VWD\ FRQQHFWHG DQG HQMR\ WKH FRPPXQLW\ VSLULW WKDW PDNHV %XLOGLQJ VSHFLDO —Tanya Cruz-Cooke

Building 13 Association Building 13 wants to again extend their appreciation to Management for visiting our Building Association meeting. Thank you also to Assemblyman Benedetto for visiting and having a lobby visit with the shareholders. We hope you continue to join us as we collectively strive to resolve issues and provide suggestions to improve cooperative living. Please remember, we are residing in a complex that is over 50 years old and, for the most part, still looking good.

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We will be planning events for the upcoming holidays, so if you would like WR YROXQWHHU SOHDVH OHW XV NQRZ 7KH ¿UVW HYHQW FRPLQJ XS LV RXU +DOORZHHQ candy distribution that will take place on October 31. Please feel free to use the contact information located at the end of this article.

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We have been speaking to Management (as have other buildings) about the H[FHVVLYH 6SRWWHG /DQWHUQÀLHV RQ WKH ZDOOV 7KH H[WHUPLQDWRU LV DGGUHVVLQJ WKDW issue on Monday and Tuesday evenings. I have been receiving complaints that WKH GHDG ÀLHV DUH OHIW LQ PDVVLYH DPRXQWV RQ WKH ZDONZD\V DQG QRW GLVSRVHG RI and are unsightly. They have been trying to keep up with the cleaning, but it is a thankless task because there are so many, but we appreciate the effort.

Reminder: 7KH 1HZ <RUN &LW\ +HDWLQJ 6HDVRQ LV IURP 2FWREHU WKURXJK May 31. New York City building owners must maintain an indoor temperature of at least 68 degrees between 6 a.m. and 10 p.m. when it is below 55 degrees outside.

Active shooter training for shareholders is being presented by the Riverbay Safety Department. Learn what to do in an active shooter situation on Wednesday, October 18, from 6-8 p.m. in Room 31B of Bartow Center (Management 2I¿FH DW %DUWRZ $YH .XGRV WR 1&1: IRU D IDQWDVWLF +HDOWK DQG :HOOQHVV )DLU KHOG RQ 6HSWHPEHU IURP S P DW WKH 'UHLVHU /RRS &RPPXQLW\ &HQWHU $XGLWRULXP Despite the weather, the turnout was fantastic and the vendors were awesome and informative.

Reminder: The date is approaching. You must wait until October 16 to request an Electrician Apprentice Application by registered mail only. Please make sure to read the notice on the bulletin board and share the information ZLWK DQ\RQH \RX NQRZ ZKR PD\ EH LQWHUHVWHG )RU DGGLWLRQDO LQIRUPDWLRQ JR WR KWWSV ZZZ MLEHL RUJ HGXFDWLRQ WUDLQLQJ DSSUHQWLFH SURJUDP If this is your birthday month, happy birthday. If you were married this month, happy anniversary. If you are 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.

“We cannot seek achievement for ourselves and forget about progress and prosperity for our community.” –Cesar Chavez Visit our Facebook Page at: Building 13 Association Inc.–Co-op City. Our ZHEVLWH LV KWWS ZZZ EOGJ DVVRF FRP RU HPDLO XV DW EXLOGLQJ DVVRF#\DKRR FRP &RQWDFWV /HVOLH 3HWHUVRQ SUHVLGHQW DW RU :HQGHOO 0DWWLVRQ 9 3 DW 7KDQN \RX IRU VXSSRUWLQJ RXU WHDP ––Leslie Peterson

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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 AssoFLDWLRQ IRU WKH $GYDQFHPHQW RI &RORUHG 3HRSOH 1$$&3 LW SURIRXQGO\ DIIHFWHG the struggle for civil rights and the course of 20th Century American History.

Save the Date Reminder NAACP 50th Anniversary Gala on Sunday, October 15, 2023, 4-9 p.m. at Scavello’s on The Island, City Island.

In recognition of the years in this community, we have a 50th Anniversary Commemorative Pin. You can purchase yours now for $20.00.

Become a Licensed Electrician: The Joint Apprentice Committee will accept letters sent by Registered Mail requesting Apprentice Electrician Application addressed to: -RLQW $SSUHQWLFH &RPPLWWHH 3RVW 2I¿ FH %R[ &RO OHJH 3RLQW 1HZ <RUN 3RVWPDUN PXVW QRW EH HDUOLHU WKDQ 2FWREHU DQG QR ODWHU WKDQ 2FWREHU The Reparations & Remedies Community Act – A Bill currently

LQ WKH 1<6 /HJLVODWXUH $ 6 $ ZRXOG FUHDWH D &RPPXQLW\ Commission to examine the impact of slavery and its legacy on living Black New Yorkers, and make recommendations for just compensation.

It’s called The Reparations & Remedies Community Act and is sponsored E\ $VVHPEO\ZRPDQ 0LFKDHOOH & 6RODJHV DQG 6HQDWRU -DPHV 6DQGHUV *HW involved by visiting: BPHACAUCUS.COM/REPARATIONS and contact *RYHUQRU .DWK\ +RFKXO DQG WHOO KHU WR VLJQ WKH %LOO WRGD\ 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. We march to defend democracy. Take your advocacy further by joining in WKH ¿ JKW IRU RXU VDFUHG ULJKW WR YRWH $QQXDO $GXOW <RXWK RU 6LOYHU Life: $750. Make check/money order payable to: NAACP Co-op City. Mail to: 1$$&3 &R RS &LW\ (LQVWHLQ /RRS 5RRP %URQ[ 1 < 7R OHDYH a message, call the RI¿ FH SKRQH DW or email: QDDFSFFLW\ # gmail.com, or QDDFSFRRSEE#\DKRR FRP. ––Brenda Brown

Building 12 Cooperators’ Association

Building 27 Association

7KH QHZO\ IRUPHG %XLOGLQJ &RRSHUDWRU¶V $VVRFLDWLRQ KHOG LWV ¿ UVW *HQHUDO Meeting on Wednesday, September 27th. There was ‘standing room only’ once again. It was an energizing and uplifting experience to see fellow residents showing strong interest and support for the board. For those who missed it, below are some highlights from the meeting.

On Tuesday, September 12th, I did a building walkthrough – from roof to basement – with the Assistant Executive Manager of Riverbay, Cary Smith III. :H H[DPLQHG HDFK À RRU DQG VWDLUFDVH DOO FRPSDFWRU URRPV DQG WKH EDVHPHQW ODXQGU\ URRP (YHQ WKRXJK ZH ZHUH ZDONLQJ GRZQVWDLUV , ZDV KXI¿ QJ DQG SXI¿ QJ DW WKH HQG 7R NQRZ WKDW 0U 6PLWK DQG 0U :DOWRQ WKH ([HFXWLYH *HQHUDO 0DQDJHU RI 5LYHUED\ KDYH GRQH WKLV ZDONWKURXJK LQ RWKHU EXLOGLQJV shows how much effort they put forth to properly do their job.

Speaking about a good job, as we walked through the building, my sense RI SULGH EHJDQ WR ULVH (DFK À RRU VWDLUFDVH DQG FRPSDFWRU URRP ZHUH FOHDU of debris. As we walked through the building, two things became very clear: 1.) The shareholders of Building 12 take pride in our homes and respect our neighbors. 2.) The Janitorial staff must be complimented for their diligent attention to providing effective cleaning and maintenance throughout the building and grounds.

Speaking of the Janitorial staff, I was told that Riverbay is spraying twice SHU ZHHN LQ DQ DWWHPSW WR PLWLJDWH WKH 6SRWWHG /DQWHUQÀ \ LQIHVWDWLRQ ,W LV D valiant effort, however, the SLF infestation is being seen in all parts of New York City. I was also informed that when there is a problem with any of the machines in the laundry room, residents should report the problem as soon as possible.

The mission of the Building 12 board is to establish and maintain clear, continuous communication with Building 12 residents so that we, residents and Board, can work together to effectively identify and resolve standing concerns and oncoming issues. In that regard, we have established an email address to which residents can send their ideas, suggestions, questions, or concerns.

Please reach out to us. Send your email to building12board@gmail.com.

For those residents who do not have internet access, suggestion sheets will be available at each meeting. Please write your idea, issue, suggestion, or concern on the sheet and turn it in at the end of the meeting or at the next one.

To those who have a birthday this month, Happy Birthday!

To all, remember – speak up! Your voices will be heard.

––Khalil Abdul-Wahhab

Hello, neighbors. We trust all is well. Please remain cautious, as many people are getting sick with a cold or recurring sneezing, etc. Are you wearing your mask? Avoid crowds, if possible.

Lobby Doors – 7KLV LV WKH ¿ UVW WLPH WKH RXWVLGH OREE\ GRRU DFWXDOO\ PDOIXQF tioned due to the storm and wind from September 29. The outside lobby door was open 24/7 and was open when I went down to get my mail. I, of course, called Public Safety, and they referred me to Maintenance, but I received no answer. I decided to call Aaron, president of Building 27 Association. Aaron then called and reached Maintenance, and stayed on the situation until Maintenance came at least twice to check the door. There was only so much Maintenance workers could do, concerning the mechanism of the doors. Maintenance is expected to contact the contractor to repair the problem. Also, keep in mind that Aaron informed the shareholders to be cautious of Optimum’s plans, since you may lose two important and necessary features, which are the ability to see the lobby and the laundry room. We welcome Mr. Aaron Carnegie. His contact information is posted in each Building 27 bulletin board.

Our guest speakers for our last meeting were Ms. Vanessa Aldea, director of DOO WKUHH &RRSHUDWRU 6HUYLFHV 2I¿ FHV &62 DQG 0V 0LOVD 9HJD RI &62 0V Aldea spoke on many issues. The lobby doors are motorized and can malfuncWLRQ GXH WR VR PXFK WUDI¿ F DV ZH VRRQ IRXQG RXW 9DQHVVD UHPLQGHG FRRSHUDWRUV that CSO is here to service the cooperators. She said if we fail to get the needed service from the Call Center, to please get the name, date and time and bring the issue to CSO and CSO will pass on the information to the Call Center. If QRW VDWLV¿ HG VKH UHFRPPHQGHG \RX SOHDVH FRQWDFW KHU DW YDOGHD#ULYHUED\FRUS FRP 0V 9DQHVVD DOVR H[SRXQGHG RQ WKH VDPH YDULRXV IRUPV WKDW ZLOO EHQH¿ W the cooperators. We thank Ms. Aldea and Ms. Vega for taking out time to share with the cooperators at our association meeting.

Happy birthday to all celebrating this month. We continue to offer our sincere sympathy and condolences to the families who lost loved ones. We wish all the best of health and safety. Contact Lydia Rondon at 718-583-3040 and she will gladly acknowledge your birthday by sending you a card; she is excellent in sharing goodwill. Also, notify her of any illness, or if a neighbor has become deceased or transferred to a nursing home.

“For our community to be a better place to live is for the people of the community to understand and accept their personal responsibility for what happens.”

–Davis Merritt Jr. ––H. Overman

The deadline for submitting club articles is Mondays at 5 p.m.

MetroCard Bus 7KH 0HWUR&DUG %XV YLVLWV &R RS &LW\ HYHU\ ¿ UVW DQG WKLUG 7KXUVGD\ of the 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 7UDQVIHU 0HWUR&DUG EDODQFHV ERWK IXOO IDUH DQG UHGXFHG IDUH • 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.

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Building 31 A/B Association

Building 33 Association

We have some exciting things planned for October.

We started the month of October with a Scholarship Fundraiser. Sharon - DQG WKH 6FKRODUVKLS &RPPLWWHH¶V FUHDWLYH IXQ ¿ OOHG JRRG SHRSOH DQG GH licious appetizers made for an enjoyable experience. If you missed it, please plan on attending the next one. We want to thank everyone who donated or attended.

Our next Building Association meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, October 10, at 7 p.m.

Executive General Manager Mr. Marvin Walton will be our guest speaker, so please come out to receive answers to your questions from someone that can make change happen.

Isabella, Tina and V.P. Kim T. are working on an exciting Halloween event.

3ODQV DUH EHLQJ ¿ QDOL]HG /RRN IRU WKH SRVWLQJV UHJDUGLQJ GDWH WLPH DQG DJH requirements. If you would like to donate candy, juice, cookies, fruit cups, etc. please contact V.P. Kim T. prior to making a purchase.

Get Well/Speedy Recovery – Our best wishes for any of our neighbors who are not feeling well. Condolences, for any of our neighbors mourning a loved one.

May you all remain healthy, safe and concerned for one another.

Please read the Co-op City Times and posted notices!

––Sharon Clarke

President's Report – A Building Association meeting was held last Thursday. It was a good meeting with a decent turn-out. We were able to talk about a myriad of things regarding what is happening in and around the building and community. For instance, we were wondering why anyone would think the pumpkin display welcoming the fall season was for shareholders to take.

If you choose to have pumpkins in your house or for your children, go and buy them! The Association likes to decorate the lobby for the children to see.

When the display was being put together, it was during the time they were going to school and the table was noticed. One small child asked, "Where was the candy?" The pumpkins were not for you to take and I would appreciate you returning them. It was an ignorant thing to do and we would like to know where you came from and where your integrity is.

The compactor rooms continue to be an issue! They are left dirty and bulk items continue to be placed in there that should be taken to the basement! And clean your recyclables. Why would you leave dirty things with remnants of food in there? I cannot believe adults are the culprits, please monitor what your children do. When you see your compactor room dirty, send me a picture ZLWK WKH À RRU QXPEHU DQG , ZLOO SRVW WKH SLFWXUH RQ WKH ZDOO RI VKDPH ZH DUH creating in the lobby! This must stop!

The lobby doors sometimes remain open or are unable to close. This is a security and safety issue! If you cannot close the door, please report this to the Maintenance department.

We will start collecting building dues soon. The requested amount is $10.

This is a donation and you can contribute whatever you want. Most of what we collect is for the gift giveaway for the children, pictures with Santa and the holiday gift for the porters. We talked about having a holiday dinner and spring luncheon for adults, but we usually do not collect enough. We also would like WR UDIÀ H DZD\ ¿ YH WXUNH\V RU WZR URWLVVHULH FKLFNHQV IRU ¿ YH IDPLOLHV VR SOHDVH give what you can.

If you would like to donate candy, please do so while we are in the lobby collecting dues or email the association, amayo14033@gmail.com. You are greatly appreciated.

'DQLHOOH 2 &RQQRU GLUHFWRU RI 3DUNLQJ /HDVLQJ ZLOO EH DW RXU QH[W EXLOG ing meeting on Thurs., Oct. 26, at 7 p.m. Questions? Now is your time to ask.

Thank you to the shareholders who attend our building meetings and try to get our building and Co-op City to a better place.

Upcoming Events – Remember to come to the building meeting on October 26 to meet with Danielle O'Connor!

Personal Note – To our neighbors experiencing sickness or loss, our prayers include you. If you have a birthday in October, happy birthday! To Maude Mason, this is your season, and we miss you, baby!

––Andrea D. Mayo

African-American Association of Co-op City 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 HFRQRPLFV VWDQGDUGV E\ PHHWLQJ WKH ¿ QDQFLDO QHHGV RI WKH FRP munity and supporting each other. To provide cultural 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.

AAACC Meeting & Events October 15, 2023: General Meeting, 3 p.m.

November 4, 2023: Open Mic (Dreiser, Room 15), 4-8 p.m.

November 19, 2023: General Meeting, 3 p.m.

December 2, 2023: Open Mic (Dreiser Room 15), 4-8 p.m.

December 9, 2023: 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 Co-op City Baptist Church “Gospel Line Dancers” with Joyce Smith – Contact: Joyce, 718-320-0714 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.

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

Reminder – No Feeding Animals Shareholders are reminded 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.

Feeding wildlife, such as geese, also tends to change the migration patWHUQ RI WKHVH DQLPDOV DV WKH\ HQG XS QRW À \LQJ VRXWK IRU WKH ZLQWHU Food placed out for animals is often lacking in the nutrition needed by the animals and serves to upset their ecological balance. Please resist the urge to place food out for animals in Co-op City or elsewhere.

Thank you for your cooperation.

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Building 10 Association Greetings, fellow cooperators.

New Cooperators – Welcome, all new cooperators. We look forward to seeing you at the next General Membership meeting.

General Membership Meeting – Our next meeting will be held on Thursday, October 12, at 7 p.m. (doors open at 6:45 p.m.), in the Building 10 Association Room (rear lobby of Bldg. 10B). Our guest speaker will be Mr. Cary Smith, Assistant Executive General Manager, Riverbay Corporation. All questions must be submitted by 7 p.m. on the date of the meeting. Paper and pens will be available. Face masks are preferred. We are looking forward to seeing everyone. Light refreshments will be served.

Halloween Candy Collection – We will be accepting candy donations for distribution on Halloween in the Building 10 Association Room (located in the rear of Building 10B) on the following dates: Fri., Oct. 13, and Oct. 27, from 5 p.m.-7 p.m. We will also collect candy on Sat., Oct. 21, from 2 p.m.-4 p.m.

Halloween Candy Giveaway – The Halloween candy giveaway will be held on Tues., Oct. 31, from 5 p.m.-7 p.m. in the Building 10 Association Room.

Nordic Lodge/Foxwoods Casino – This trip is currently sold out. However, if you would like to be added to the waitlist or need additional information, please contact Lisa at 646-220-0802. Back by popular demand, on Saturday, November 18, the Building 10 Association will be having a bus trip to Nordic

Lodge for an all-you-can-eat Lobsterfest buffet. The trip includes a visit to Foxwoods Casino and shopping at Tanger Outlets. The cost of the trip is $219 per person (non-refundable). The next payment of $50 is due on October 21.

Final payment of $19 is due on November 11. All collections will take place in the Building 10 Association Room from 2 p.m.-4 p.m. The bus will depart from 140 Debs Place at 9 a.m. sharp.

Suicide Prevention – If you or someone you know is contemplating suicide or in emotional distress, the number to call for help in NYC is 1-888-NYC-WELL (1-888-692-9355) or text “WELL” to 65173. The National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline number is 988, you can call or text. Someone is available 24 hours a day.

Questions, Comments and Suggestions – You can contact the Building 10 Association via email at Building10Assoc@gmail.com. We are also on Facebook ³%XLOGLQJ $%& $VVRFLDWLRQ ´ /LNH RXU SDJH DQG JHW QRWL¿HG RI DOO WKH happenings in and around Building 10.

We would like to wish all who are born this month an incredibly happy birthday. Celebrating an anniversary this month? Happy anniversary!

To the homebound and sick, we wish you a speedy recovery.

To all who have lost a loved one recently, we offer our deepest condolences.

Have a wonderful week. Remember…be kind.

––Jewel Crawford-Duncan

Black Forum Emergency Food Pantry 920 Baychester Ave, Bldg. 1A (basketball court). The pantry opens Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 11:00 a.m.-12:45 p.m. for grocery distribution.

Guests are eligible to pick up food once a month. Look at the last date on your pantry card. The next pick up would be one month from the last pick up or after. It is a 30-31 day rotation, on average.

Black Forum will text registered guests if items outside of regular distribution become available. All guests must present a pantry card to receive food.

Remember to bring at least 4-6 clean shopping bags with a handle and a shopping cart. Please do not bring black shopping bags, since they pose a health hazard. We require guests to wear masks when visiting the pantry.

Section 5 guests should visit the Co-op City United Methodist Church at 2350 Palmer Avenue to pick up groceries. They open on Thursdays from 11:00 D P S P 5HOLJLRXV DI¿OLDWLRQ LV QRW QHFHVVDU\ WR UHFHLYH IRRG 1HZ &OLHQW 5HJLVWUDWLRQ 5H &HUWL¿FDWLRQ IRU 5HWXUQLQJ *XHVWV 5H FHUWL¿FDWLRQ RI SDQWU\ JXHVWV DQG UHJLVWUDWLRQ RI QHZ JXHVWV LV FXUUHQWly closed. In order to acquire groceries, registered visitors for 2023 must still present their valid pantry card.

Farmers Market Coupons Black Forum has concluded the distribution of Senior Farmers Market coupons for 2023. We do not anticipate receiving any more until 2024. Use the vouchers by November 30, 2023 at any participating Farmers Market in NY

including Westchester County. Coupon recipients can also call 311 for those locations.

We appreciate everyone who provided photos of their fresh produce purchases or meals they made with coupons-purchased products. Bring them on!

The Department of Agriculture and Markets will receive the photos. We want to show the DOA how important these vouchers are to senior citizens. Promoting an increase in the coupons' face value is the goal. Please text images to 929-464-5520 or send them to coopcityblackforum@gmail.com.

Mohegan Sun Casino Trip (Sold Out) Please be on time and keep in mind the seat number that has already been assigned to you. We'll be able to get on the road sooner if everyone does this.

At 8:00 a.m., passengers departing from 920 Baychester Avenue board. At 8:20 a.m., passengers departing from 2049 Asch Loop (in the library's rear) are boarding. At 8:40 a.m., passengers are boarding at 135 Einstein Loop (outside Einstein Loop Community Center). Anyone who shows up after the bus has left will forfeit their payment. :H YDOXH \RXU VXSSRUW LQ LWV HQWLUHW\ :LWK WKH KHOS RI DOO WULS SUR¿WV ZH feed the community through the Black Forum Emergency Food Pantry. Please know that through your support, we are able to feed many Co-op City families, adults, and seniors.

Contact Us: coopcityblackforum@gmail.com.

—D. Illis

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Retirees of Dreiser Loop Greetings, retirees and friends.

Happy October, everyone! The year is moving right along and before you know it, Thanksgiving and Christmas will be here.

Entertainment Committee – Tickets are now available for our annual holiday luncheon to be held on Thursday, December 14, from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the beautiful Marina del Rey. Tickets are $110 and include transportaWLRQ RQ D ¿UVW SDLG ¿UVW VHDWHG EDVLV 'DLV\ ZLOO EH LQ 5RRP RQ 7XHVGD\V and Thursdays from 1-3 p.m. Questions may be addressed to Daisy at 718-671 RU DQG -D\ DW Trip Committee – Wind Creek Casino trip on Tuesday, October 24, is $50 ZLWK D VORW SOD\ JLYHEDFN 3D\PHQW LV GXH E\ 2FWREHU 7KH EXV ZLOO SLFN us up in Dreiser Loop in front of H&R Block at 8:30 a.m. and will depart SURPSWO\ DW D P 2Q WKH UHWXUQ WULS WKH EXV ZLOO GURS RII DW (LQVWHLQ /RRS Ash Loop and Dreiser Loop.

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Co-op City Times / October 7, 2023

JASA Co-op City NORC Program Invites You for These In-Person & Virtual Activities Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration – Wed., Oct. 11, at 12-2 p.m. Pick up free ticket for the event at the Bartow OAC, Rm. 31.

Bartow OAC Breast Cancer Awareness event, Wed., Oct. 18, 12-2 p.m. Pick up free ticket at the Bartow OAC for the event, Rm. 31.

Einstein OAC is going to see “MJ the Musical,” Wed., Oct. 25; $125. Pick-ups: Einstein, 11 a.m.; Bartow, 11:15 a.m., & Dreiser, 11:30 a.m. Cash payment deadline, made at Einstein, is Fri., Oct. 6.

Please call 718-671-5161.

Resorts World, Catskill – $55; Thurs., Oct. 26, Deluxe Motor Coach bus. Enjoy 6 hrs. at the casino.

Group will receive $25 slot & $15 food comp. Asch Loop, 8:30 a.m.; Dreiser, 8:45 a.m. & Einstein, 9 a.m. Depart: 5 p.m.; 52 seats avail. Payment deadline LV )UL 2FW &DOO 125& 2I¿FH Wind Creek Casino, Bethlehem, Pa. – Thurs., Nov. 9th. Deluxe Motor Coach transportation, $130.

Bartow

BARTOW CENTER CLOSED

Room 49 unless otherwise noted

Room 7 unless otherwise noted

Dreiser

LUNCH & DINNER MENU

Mindful Mornings Tai-Chi, 9 a.m.-10 a.m., Rm. 38

Chair Yoga w/ Charles Tyler 10-11 a.m. Virtual. 863-4924183, Passcode: Dreiser23

LUNCH: KOSHER: Mediterranean Flounder, Mediterranean Cous Cous, Roasted Eggplant; NON-KOSHER: Beef Brisket w/Tomatoes & Onions, Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Normandy Blend Vegetables

Einstein

Book Club, 11 a.m.-12 noon.

Ageless Facials & Self Care, 1 p.m.-3 p.m., Rm. 35 Appointments Only

Smartphone and tablet literacy w/Julesa, in-person, 1:15 p.m.2:15 p.m.

Walk with Ease 2:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m.

Alternate Kosher Meals are available

NO DINNER SERVED

Tues., Oct. 10 Wed., Oct. 11

Stay Well Exercise w/Odessa 10 a.m.-11 a.m.

Bereavement Hour w/Dorine 1st and 3rd Wednesday 12-1 p.m.

Line Dancing w/Cynthia Wed. & Fri., 12:30-1:45 p.m.

Dominoes w/Jose, 1-2:30 p.m.

Dinner Hour: 3 p.m.-4:30 p.m.

Thurs., Oct. 12

Current Events, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

Never Too Old To Learn Spanish, LUNCH: KOSHER: Beef Stew, Brown Zumba w/Ola, 1-2 p.m., Rm. 2 10-11 a.m., Rm. 35 Rice, California Blend Vegetables; Bridge To Care Arthritis Dancing Gents w/Sassy & Tommy NON-KOSHER: Spanish Style Baked Chicken, Yellow Rice, Sauteed Spinach Exercise, 11 a.m.-12 p.m., Rm 45 1:15 p.m.-2:15 p.m., Rm. 2 DINNER: BARTOW ONLY Creative Arts & Painting, Computer & Tablet Class w/Ralph KOSHER: Beef Stew w/Brown Rice and 1-3 p.m., Room 35 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m.

California Blend Vegetables, Apple. NONDial in number: 347-893-2966 Go Easy on us Computers KOSHER: Spanish-style Baked Chicken with Meeting ID: 854 2963 5300 2:30-3:30 p.m., Rm. 40 Yellow Rice and Sauteed Spinach, Bananas Passcode: Dreiser23 Wellness Morning, 10 a.m.-11 a.m. LUNCH: KOSHER: Chicken Marsala, Hair Care 4U, 9 a.m.-11 a.m.

Orzo, Normandy Blend Vegetables; Arthritis Exercise w/Damion NON-KOSHER: Chick Pea Salad 11 a.m.-noon, Room 2 Spring in Your Step Stretch, w / To m a t o e s & P a r s l e y, B a s i c Line Dance with Bartow Swingers & Tone, 10-11 a.m., Rm. 45 Pasta Salad, Kale Salad w/Lemon 12-1 p.m., Dreiser Aud. A. Action Bodies In Motion, Walk w/Ease, 1:15 p.m.-2:15 p.m.

DINNER: BARTOW ONLY 11 a.m.-12 noon, Room 45 Afternoon Crafts w/Ines & Julesa KOSHER: Chicken Marsala w/Orzo, Normany Blend Veg., Banana. NON-KOSHER: Beef 1:30 p.m.-3 p.m.

Prize Bingo & Board Games of Brisket w/Tomato & Onion, Garlic Mashed Self Defense w/Jimmy, 2 p.m.-3 1 p.m.-2 p.m., Rm. 49A Potatoes, Normany Blend Veg., Apple p.m., Rm. 2 (twice a month)

Walk w/Odessa, 9:30-10:30 a.m.

Blood Pressure, 12-1 p.m.

(1st and 3rd Tues.)

Health and Wellness w/Ann 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Adult Coloring, 12-1 p.m.

Smartphone and Tablet Class w/Julesa, 1:45-2:45 p.m.

Dinner Hour: 3-4:30 p.m.

Arthritis exercise w/Damion, 10 a.m.-11:15 a.m.

Visual Arts w/Laura via Zoom 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

Knitting/Crocheting with w/Lynne and Betty, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Computer Learning w/Steve, 1-2 p.m.

Card Games with Frankie, 1 p.m.2 p.m.

Dinner Hour, 3 p.m.-4:30 p.m.

Fri., Oct. 13

(NORC) Line Dancing w/Bartow Swingers ONLY 12-1 p.m., every Mon.

a.m.-12 p.m.

Steel Drum Classes – On Wed., 1-3 p.m.; JASA 125& 2I¿FH Medicare Information – Thurs., 9 a.m.-12 p.m., -$6$ 125& 2I¿FH Notary ± -$6$ 125& 2I¿FH 7XHV a.m.; Weds. and Thurs., 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

Notary – Einstein OAC, Rm. 34; Thurs., 9 a.m.12 p.m.; 718-320-2066. Appointment only.

Technology Class – Thurs., 6:30-7:30 p.m. Dial in number: 929-205-6099, Meeting ID: 862 5043 9695, Passcode: 896989.

Please Call Einstein OAC – 718-671-5161 for appointment for: Hair Styling, 1st & 3rd Wed., 9-11 a.m.: braids, haircuts, shape-up, twist, ponytails, curls and more. Facials & Manicure, Mon., 1-3 p.m.

Einstein OAC – Notary, Tues., 10 a.m.-12 p.m.; and Thurs., 2-4 p.m. Please call 718-671-5161.

Massage Therapy 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

Manicure, 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m.

Line Dance with Cynthia 12:30 p.m.-1:45 p.m.

Dinner Hour, 3-4:30 p.m.

NEW: Drama Club w/Daisy Windley 3-4 p.m., in the back of the JASA NORC Office

Coloring for Calmness 9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m.

Sat., Oct. 14

Mon., Oct. 9

Room 31 unless otherwise noted

Tribute to The Four Tops, $30 bonus. Pick-ups: Bartow, 8:15 a.m.; Dreiser, 8:30 a.m., & Einstein, 8:45 D P &DOO 125& 2I¿FH NEW: Einstein OAC Christmas Spectacular – Nov. 29, $81. Additional info. to follow. Call 718671-5161.

NEW: Bartow/Dreiser OAC’s – "Rock Around the Christmas Tree," Dec. 7th, with dancing, singing and enjoy a delicious sit-down family style lunch at the Brownstone in NJ. Price: $140. Pick-ups: Dreiser, 9 a.m.; Bartow, 9:15 a.m., & Einstein, 9:30 a.m. You can pay at either Bartow or Dreiser Centers only. The number for Dreiser OAC is 718-6715161. Payment due for Dreiser, Nov. 6th. The number for the Bartow OAC is 929-399-1394.

(New) Einstein OAC, Alvin Ailey – Wed., Dec. 20. Additional info. to follow. Call 718-671-5161.

Weight Mgt. Support Group w/Gigi – 2nd Wed. RI HYHU\ PRQWK LQ UHDU RI -$6$ 125& 2I¿FH

Intergenerational Arts & Crafts w/Denise, 10 a.m.-noon Salsa with Rasheed, 10 a.m.11 a.m.

Word Games, 10:30 a.m.11:30 a.m.

Bingo on Saturdays, 1:30-3:30 p.m. in the back of the JASA NORC Office.

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

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.

Art & Design Class, 10 a.m.12 p.m.

Salsa Dancing, 10 a.m.-11 a.m.

Pace Health, 11 a.m.-12 noon

Chess Club, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

Blood Pressure Screening, 10:30 a.m.-noon Let’s Get It On Zumba, 1-2 p.m., Room 45

Library Chat, 9:30 a.m.-11 a.m.

Walk w/Ease, 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Nutrition Presentation w/Cindy, 1 p.m.-2 p.m.

LUNCH: KOSHER: Chicken Marsala, Orzo, Normandy Blend Veg.; NON-KOSHER: Chick Pea Salad w/Tomatoes & Parsley, Basic Pasta Salad, Kale Salad w/Lemon DINNER: BARTOW ONLY

KOSHER: Vegetarian Stuffed Cabbage, Mashed Potato, Steamed Carrots; NON-KOSHER: Salmon Salad, Classic Macaroni Salad, Garden Salad

Amazing Savings, 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m. LUNCH: KOSHER: Vegetarian Stuffed Sewing w/Joy, 9 a.m.-noon, Rm. 2 Cabbage, Mashed Potato, Steamed Carrots; Knit & Crochet w/Loretta, 10 a.m.-noon NON-KOSHER: Salmon Salad, Classic Alert & Alive, 10 a.m.-11 a.m., Rm. 4 Macaroni Salad, Garden Salad Line Dance w/Sassy 1p.m.-2p.m., Dreiser Aud. A DINNER: BARTOW ONLY Watercolor Art Class w/Dmitriy, KOSHER: Veg. Stuff Cabbage w/Instant Mashed Meeting ID: 827 9919 1332, Potato & Steamed Carrots, Orange. NONPasscode: Dreiser23 KOSHER: Chick Pea Salad w/Tomatoes & Parsley Bingo w/Gay Brown, w/ Basic Pasta Salad & Kale Salad w/ Lemon, Orange 1:20-2:50 p.m., Rm. 4 Saturday: Lunch served at 12:30 p.m.

XQWLO ¿QLVKHG: BARTOW ONLY KOSHER: Baked Breaded Fish w/Baked Sweet Potato & Capri Blend Veg., Kiwi; NON-KOSHER: Chicken Thigh Stew w/ Pasta, and Cabbage & Green Peas, Banana

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Newsong Church

Pentecostal Tabernacle

Get Ready for a Fresh Encounter with God! In (Luke 7), Jesus is walking with His disciples when they are met at the town gate by funeral procession. A widow was getting ready to bury her only VRQ %HLQJ ¿ OOHG ZLWK FRPSDVVLRQ IRU WKH ZLGRZ -HVXV UHDFKHG RXW +LV KDQG and raised the widow’s son back to life! All we need is one encounter with Jesus and anything is possible! Do you need a fresh encounter with Jesus? Join us for our Encounter Revival Nights!

Encounter Revival Nights – October 19-21 at 7 p.m. Guest Speaker: Evangelist Derrick West. Location: 135 Einstein Loop, Room. 45.

About us Newsong Church is a life-giving church right here in Co-op City! We beOLHYH WKDW HYHU\ SHUVRQ FDQ NQRZ *RG ¿ QG IUHHGRP GLVFRYHU WKHLU SXUSRVH and make a difference in this world! No matter what you have been through or where you come from, you are welcome here. Join us for Sunday worship and see why God’s family is no ordinary family. We are located at 135 Einstein Loop!

Sunday Worship Experience Our Sunday worship experience starts with celebration. We make music to please God and to build others up. (Colossians 3:16) says, “Sing psalms and hymns and spiritual songs to God with thankful hearts.” For us, that is what making music is all about. We sing to bring glory and honor to God, and celebrate who He is and what He is doing in our church! Our Adult Worship Experience starts every Sunday morning at 11 a.m. in Room 45.

Newsong Deaf Church, 11 a.m., Sunday Mornings We are happy to announce that we now have an adult ASL worship experience for the deaf and hearing impaired in our community! The singing, the message and the fellowship are all in American Sign Language and designed to help you connect with God in your own language! Our Adult Deaf Worship Experience starts every Sunday morning at 11 a.m. in Room 38.

Kidsong Kids are important to us, so we have created a place where they can learn about Jesus on their level. Every Sunday, pre-k through sixth-grade children experience safe, age-appropriate environments where the Bible is taught in a creative and relevant way. Kidsong starts every Sunday morning at 11 a.m. in Room 49.

Newsong Church Youth NSCY is Newsong’s student ministry. Today’s middle and high school students will lead the next generation of the church and change the world.

At NSCY, our goal is to graduate students into a lifetime of following Jesus.

NSCY meets every Friday evening at 7:30 p.m. in Room 35.

Discounted parking is available. Do you live outside of Section 5? A church DOLYH LV ZRUWK WKH GULYH &RPH DQG ¿ QG KRSH &RPH DQG ¿ QG KHDOLQJ &RPH DQG ¿ QG IUHHGRP Contact Us/Social Media Mailing address: P.O. Box 100, BX, NY 10475; Email: CentralTeam@ newsongchurchnyc.org; Website: www.newsongchurchnyc.org; Phone: 917342-2559; Instagram: @newsongchurchbx; Facebook: @newsongchurchbx; Twitter: @newsongchurchbx; YouTube: Newsong Church. NYC ––Pastor Mike Tolone

The Pentecostal Tabernacle, 100 Co-op City Blvd. Mailing address: P.O. Box 204, Bronx, N.Y. 10475.

Pentecostal Tabernacle invites you to Sunday School class starting at 10:30 a.m., worship service at 11: 45 a.m. Wednesdays: Prayer and fasting service at 11:00 a.m.; Bible Study and prayer at 7:30 p.m. Fridays: Evangelistic service at 7:30 p.m.

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

Focus: 7KH (QG 7LPH ZH DUH PRYLQJ WRZDUG D JUDQG ¿ QDOH 7KHUHIRUH EH ye also ready: for in an hour as ye think not the son of man cometh. (Matthew 24: 44) Then shall the kingdom of heaven be like unto ten virgins, which took their ODPSV DQG ZHQW IRUWK WR PHHW WKH EULGHJURRP $QG ¿ YH RI WKHP ZHUH ZLVH DQG ¿ YH ZHUH IRROLVK 7KH\ WKDW ZHUH IRROLVK WRRN WKHLU ODPSV DQG WRRN QR RLO ZLWK them, but the wise took oil in their vessels with their lamps.

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It is important that we keep our heart right with God with oil in our vessels, DQG GR QRW EH OLNH WKH ¿ YH IRROLVK YLUJLQV :H DUH OLYLQJ LQ HYLO GD\V GLVWUHVV RI nations, with perplexity, and when men’s hearts are failing them for fear, and for looking after those things which are coming on the earth, for the powers of heaven shall be shaken. Signs are telling us that these are the days when evil men and seducers shall wax worse and worse, deceiving and being deceived.

Noah had spent many years building the ark, and he knew that the season for divine judgment was near, but he did not know the exact day. The same apply to us in this time, we have seen signs and wonders, strange things are happening all around us, but we do not know the day and time of Christ return.

Therefore, let us maintain a sweet fellowship with God and be prepared for the coming of our Lord and savior.

—Rev. R. Sibblies

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