Co-op City Times 10-11-25 by Co-op City Times

Co-op City Street Co-Named to Honor Legacy of James Payne

On Saturday, Oct. 4, shareholders joined City Council Member Kevin C. Riley, and other elected and community leaders at the intersection of Alcott Place and Asch Loop for a street co-naming ceremony honoring the life and legacy of the late James Payne.

Mr. Payne, a Co-op City shareholder and active member of the community, passed away on May 10, 2024. He was president of the Building 17 Association and president of the Eleanor Roosevelt Democratic Club. Mr. Payne also served on the Riverbay Security Committee and was an elected Male Democratic District Leader in the 82nd Assembly District, Part A, in the Bronx, NY.

Mr. Payne served in the US military for 15 months in Korea. He was honorably discharged on May 2, 1962. He continued his service to the US as a Reservist until 1966. He later worked at the Bronx Children’s Psychiatric Center where he represented workers as a Civil Service Employees Association (CSEA) union representative. (See page 13 for more information and photos.)

MTA Confirms Fare Hikes

By BRANDON ORTIZ

MTA Board members officially adopted a fare hike for subways, buses and commuter rails on September 30.

Starting January 2026, fares for buses, subways and commuter rails will increase across the board in tandem with the retirement of the MetroCard and switch to the OMNY tap-and-go payment system. Here is a breakdown on the fare increases, according to the MTA:

• Local buses, subways, and Access-A-Ride fares will increase from $2.90 to $3. The reduced fare for local buses, subways and Access-A-Ride will increase from $1.45 to $1.50.

• Express bus fares will increase from $7 to $7.25, and the reduced fare for express buses will increase from $3.50 to $3.60.

• A single ride ticket will increase from $3.25 to $3.50.

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Power Plant Notice

On Thursday, October 9, Riverbay Power Plant personnel began per forming necessary maintenance on one of the facility’s primary heat ex changers, which plays a critical role in providing hot water throughout the community. This maintenance will take up to approximately two weeks to complete.

While repairs are being conducted, hot water temperatures may be slightly reduced during periods of peak demand, particularly in the early morning and evening hours. The Power Plant will also be closely monitoring system perfor mance during the maintenance period to minimize impact to shareholders.

Management understands how important consistent hot water service is to daily routines and appreciates shareholders patience while this critical work is being performed.

––Riverbay Management

Swearing in of New Board Directors and Election of Board Officers, Oct 15th

BY ROZAAN BOONE & DANIELLE CRUZ

Shareholders are invited to attend an Open Board meeting at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, October 15, to seat the five newly elected directors from the 2025 Riverbay Board of Directors election. The meeting, which will be held in Rm. 31 at the Bartow Center, will also include the election of the Board’s 2025–2026 officers.

On Tuesday, Sept. 16, the 2025 Election Committee, co-chaired by Board Directors Monique Coleman and Leah Graham, certified the results of this year’s Board election in which shareholders returned four incumbent directors to the Board and elected one former Board director.

The top five winners who will be sworn in on Oct. 15th to serve threeyear terms on the Board are Leslie Peterson (2,829 votes), Daryl Johnson (2,727 votes), Leah Richardson (2,631 votes), Kevin Lambright (2,036 votes) and Bishop Angelo Rosario (2,035 votes).

Last week, Board President Rod Saunders congratulated the winners in his President’s Report and commended the Election Committee for their hard work throughout the whole election process.

“This month marks the first full year of my becoming the President of the Riverbay Board of Directors. I can say with all honesty, that this has been

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We wish readers happy Indigenous Peoples’ Day • Monday, Oct. 13 For shareholders’ convenience, Riverbay offices will be open from 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

truly a remarkable experience,” began Board President Saunders. “Having said that, my congratulations go out to ﬁrst place winner, Director Leslie Peterson; Director Daryl Johnson, Director Leah Richardson, Director Kevin Lambright, and returning to the Board, former Board Director Bishop Angelo Rosario. I also want to thank the Board’s 2025 Election Committee co-chairs, Directors Monique Coleman and Leah Graham, for doing the yeoman’s task of seeing the election process through to its conclusion, using many new ideas to get out the vote to reach quorum. In the ﬁnal analysis, they got it done – great job!”

The other candidates in the 2025 Riverbay Board election were: Anika Green-Watson (1,951 votes), Idalia Reyes (1,827 votes), Darnell Lopez (1,545 votes), Grace Solomon (1,460 votes), Keith Logan (1,342 votes) and Shacara Cudjoe (792 votes).

As Riverbay General Counsel Jeff Buss announced at the election certiﬁcation meeting held on Sept. 16th, the order of the remaining candidates is also important as Riverbay’s Bylaws specify how vacancies on the Board are ﬁlled.

“Coming in 6th, 7th, 8th doesn’t mean that you have really lost because oftentimes someone might resign from the Board or have to leave the Board, and under your Bylaws, of the order that the candidates ﬁnish, we select, for example, if one Board member were to resign, the 6th person would serve on the Board if they’re still interested or eligible; if not, the 7th person would serve on the Board so it is important to keep track of this and how people ﬁnish and where they are,” General Counsel Buss said.

At the Oct. 15th open meeting, outgoing Director Anika Green-Watson will be presented with a plaque in appreciation for the nearly ﬁve years of volunteer service she dedicated to the Board and community.

“Dear neighbors, thank you for the opportunity to serve as your Board director for the past 4.5 years,” said Director Green-Watson in a statement. “It’s been the privilege of a lifetime to work alongside people who care about this community as deeply as I do, and to meet many of you in the process. I will echo the adage I shared when I began my Board service in 2021 – ‘if you want to go fast, go alone, if you want to go far, go together.’ I have always believed that cooperative principles are the key to unlocking the genius that is harnessed in this community and I sincerely hope that I left things better than I found them. The job is not done! My hope is that the newly seated Board will continue to work together to achieve the greater good and that our community

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will unite to support them as they do this very demanding work. Although I’ll be stepping back from Board service, I still believe in and support the sustainability of this unique place we all call home. It was a labor of love!”

During the open meeting, the 2025 Election Committee will also present their report on the election to the community. The Board will then vote on Emergency Resolution 25-45 – Seating of the Newly Elected Board Directors.

The newly elected directors will be administered the oath of office, after which the Board will proceed to elect its officers – president, first vice president, second vice president; secretary, assistant secretary; treasurer and assistant treasurer. The chairpersons of the Audit and Cooperator Appeals Committees will also be elected at the Oct. 15th meeting. (See meeting agenda on page 1.)

• The fee for a new OMNY card will increase from $1 to $2.

• For both LIRR and Metro-North service, the monthly and weekly tickets will go up by 4.5%. All other LIRR and Metro-North ticket types will increase by 8%.

• Peak CityTickets will go up from $7 to $7.25 and Off-Peak CityTickets will also increase from $5 to $5.25.

• All toll rates will increase by 7.5%, including E-ZPass and Tolls by Mail.

Additionally, the latest proposal for fare increases also included new guidelines for riders to reach their weekly fare caps. The seven-day rolling fare cap for NYC transit will become permanent, so once riders pay for 12 rides within any seven-day period, all additional rides during that window are free. With the local bus and subway fare cap in place, riders will pay at most $35 in one week. Express bus riders will also beneﬁt from a new fare cap that tops out at $67 during a seven-day window. All one-way paper and mobile tickets for the LIRR and Metro-North will also be valid until 4 a.m. the following day. Also, the MTA expanded the family fare program, which allows up to four children to travel with one adult for $1 each, to include children 17 and under.

Users can reﬁll their OMNY card online at omny.info after creating an account and linking their OMNY card. Riders can also now check their trip history and past charges on their OMNY account.

With the retirement of the MetroCard on December 31, 2025, riders will no longer have the option to pay for their bus fare with coins and will instead have to use an OMNY card, credit card or debit card. Notably, OMNY vending machines in subway stations will still accept coins, however ones at bus stops will not have that option.

OMNY users may have noticed a processing delay last week with their transactions from Friday, October 3 through Sunday, October 5. This delay in the system was due to the MTA upgrading OMNY during that window. For both OMNY cards and bank cards, “while your taps will still be accepted during the upgrade window, you will not see the actual associated charges for your fare right away, even if they appear in your mobile wallet app. Charges will be processed after the upgrade is completed,” the MTA said on October 4.

For anyone with questions or concerns regarding their charge history, contact the OMNY Call Center at 877-789-6669.

SAFE Event at Orchard Beach

NYC Department of Sanitation has scheduled a SAFE event for Saturday, Oct. 25, at Orchard Beach parking lot, 10 a.m.- 4 p.m.

SAFE events allow New Yorkers to safely and properly dispose of solvents, automotive, ﬂammables and electronics that could potentially be harmful. During SAFE events, household products such as pesticides, strong cleaners, mercury-containing devices, paints, automotive ﬂuids and medications can be brought to the drop-off events. Electronics, for example, computers, tv’s and printers, can also be dropped off at SAFE events since these items cannot be disposed of with regular trash or recyclables.

For a more complete list of items accepted at DSNY SAFE events, please visit nyc.gov/SafeEvents.

To access the Orchard Beach parking lot, follow Park Drive to the end.

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Farmers Market

Patronize the Harvest Home Farmers’ Market every Wed. & Sat. Pick up fresh produce from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the park between Asch Loop and Aldrich Avenue (adjacent to the ﬁrehouse).

Apartment Alterations

Shareholders must receive prior approval from Riverbay before making renovations or alterations to their residential unit. Please contact your respective CSO for information and the required forms.

Avoiding Scams

If it sounds too good to be true, if you are being pressured to make an immediate decision, or if you were contacted unexpectedly, STOP – hang up the phone or walk away. Immediately speak to someone you trust – a friend, family member, neighbor or even CCPD. Call (718) 671-3050 or send an email to info@ccpd.us.

Kitchen Cabinet Upgrade

Thinking of upgrading your kitchen cabinets? Check out the Riverbay Kitchen Cabinet Upgrade program at https://bit. ly/4eCU1ee or scan the QR Code here to ﬁll out the form and receive more information from Riverbay about the vendors.

BY SHAMAILA ROJA

On Wednesday, October 1, 2025, NYC Public Schools Chancellor Ms. Melissa Aviles-Ramos came to PS153x, answering an invitation letter from our impressive parent leader Ingrid Thompson.

First, our citywide award-winning Color Guard, under the direction of the now retired Mrs. Lisa Williams, stepped in to open the Chancellor’s visit with an amazing performance.

Next, Chancellor Aviles-Ramos toured the Helen Keller school with Principal Kiana Washington, our administrative team and special guests. The Chancellor stopped by various classrooms to see our students at work. While visiting our Stem Lab with Councilmember Kevin Riley, she got to see technology at work with his support. The Chancellor was extremely impressed by the projects we were working on. We love how Mrs. Alvarez, Technology Instructor, keeps the Stem Lab exciting and engaging for us.

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The last stop on the school tour was our multi-purpose room, where a reception awaited her. Afterwards, our student run Newsletter editors, Silvia Bushra and Shamaila Roja, presented the Chancellor with our ﬁrst edition of this year’s newsletter called, “The Bark.” Editor Roja read our Mission Statement, and Lead Editor Bushra explained how the newsletter, run by Mr. Ronald Hartridge, our Parent Coordinator, has been in existence for 21 years. We also took pictures with the Chancellor.

Guests included PS153x parent and New York State Senator Jamaal Bailey, and representatives from the ofﬁces of NY Assemblyman Michael Benedetto, US Congressman George Latimer, and Bronx Bourgh President Vanessa Gibson. Also in attendance were our District 11 Superintendent Cristine Vaughan and her team, Truman HS principals, and Riverbay Board President Rodney Saunders, and Board Director Kevin Lambright, among others.

Then, Chancellor Aviles-Ramos stopped by the 5th grade hallway to see our Gifted and Talented class, 5-307. While she was observing us working on our chalk talk, for a deeper understanding of Esperanza Rising, the book in our ELA curriculum, she also asked us questions about how we are

Our whole school community takes extraordinary pride in our school and was so excited to have the Chancellor with us at PS153x, the best school in District 11.

(Shamaila Roja is Student Editor of “The Bark” newsletter at PS153X.)

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Apply to a CUNY or SUNY For Free This Month

BY BRANDON ORTIZ

New Yorkers can apply for free to any CUNY or SUNY school during the months of October and November.

Governor Kathy Hochul made an announcement on October 6, reminding New Yorkers that they can apply to any of the nearly 130 schools participating in what the Governor’s Ofﬁce called State College Application Month (CAM). Application fees for these schools can be anywhere between $50 and $90 per each and can add up quickly if an applicant applies to multiple schools.

SUNY schools will waive up to ﬁve application fees per student between October 20 through November 3. CUNY schools will have two windows, one for NYC high school students and one for students who live outside of the city. For NYC high school students, CUNY application fees are free from October 27 to November 21. Students who live outside of the city can apply to CUNY schools for free between November 10 and November 21. For a complete list of all the schools participating in State College Application Month, visit tinyurl.com/4b29vr5j.

Additionally, various private schools across the state also have waived their application fees during select windows, such as: Colgate University (10/1-10/31), Fordham University (10/1-11/1), Hofstra University (10/1-10/31), Manhattan University (10/7-11/30), New York Institute of Technology (10/1-10/31), Rochester Institute of Technology (10/1-10/31), St. John’s University (year round), The

New School (10/1-10/31), Union College (year round) and Vassar College (10/1-10/31).

Governor Hochul explained the importance of eliminating economic barriers to higher education statewide.

“Every New Yorker deserves the chance to pursue a college education without ﬁnancial barriers standing in the way,” said Governor Hochul. “By waiving application fees at SUNY, CUNY and nearly 50 private colleges across the state, we’re saving families money and ensuring that more students can access the opportunities and futures they deserve. College Application Month is about breaking down barriers and helping every student take that critical ﬁrst step toward college success.”

Governor Hochul announced last October that the Tuition Assistance Program (TAP) expanded its eligibility requirements. TAP is a program designed to help New York residents pay for college, for both full-time and part-time students. TAP can provide eligible students with a maximum grant of up to $5,665 and, starting in the 2024-2025 academic year, a minimum grant of $1,000.

As for the eligibility expansion to TAP, the net taxable income limit for dependent students increased from $80,000 to $125,000, the net taxable income limit for independent married students increased from $40,000 to $60,000 and, lastly, the net taxable income limit for independent single students increased from $10,000 to $30,000.

For more information on TAP or to apply, visit tinyurl. com/5yrez8rk.

Elevator Outages

Building 25/Car 2 – Due to a pipe break (sprinkler head) in the compactor room on the 4th ﬂoor, the elevator sustained severe water damage. Repairs are ongoing and are estimated to be completed by November 13.

Building 2A/Car 2 – A ﬁre in the basement caused the sprinklers to go off, ﬂooding the elevator pit. Repairs are ongoing and are estimated to be completed by November 13.

Management apologizes for the inconvenience and thanks shareholders for their continued patience.

––Riverbay Management

A PS153X student greets Schools Chancellor Melissa Aviles-Ramos with a hug.

Photo by Ron Hartidge

Jason Montalvo – From Homeless to Honda Ownership

Jason Montalvo grew up facing unimaginable tragedy and homelessness. Determined to change his life, he rose through the auto industry where he started as a porter to the General Manager of the nation’s largest Nissan dealership.

Today, as the owner of Honda of the Bronx, his mission is to share hope and opportunity with families facing challenges of their own.

Driven by Community

Jason’s vision is simple: Honda of the Bronx is more than a car dealership. It’s a platform for giving back. His focus is clear and rooted in service to the people of the Bronx:

• Education: Offering resources to help consumers understand financing, credit and insurance.

• Engagement: Bringing joy through community events such as Trunk-or-Treat (Oct. 31), book bag drives and local celebrations.

• Relief: Providing direct support with holiday meals and outreach to families in need.

• Service: Treating every customer with the dignity and respect they deserve.

A Man With Foundation

Jason Montalvo is guided by faith and a deep commitment to his family and community. His mission is to use Honda of the Bronx as a platform to inspire and uplift others.

“Our success isn’t just measured by sales, but by the positive impact we make in the lives of our neighbors,” said Montalvo.

eBikes and eScooters Are Prohibited in Co-op City Buildings and Community Centers

By DANIELLE CRUZ

According to the FDNY, lithium-ion batteries were responsible for 277 fires and six deaths in 2024. Many of these fires began when devices were left charging overnight, allowing batteries to overheat. These fires can be difficult to contain, spread rapidly, and in some cases reignite hours or even days later. Because of the risk, storing and charging e-Bikes and eScooters indoors can create a potential fire hazard.

To address these concerns and the growing use of eBikes throughout the city, the Riverbay Board of Directors passed Resolution# 22-58 on November 9, 2022. This resolution, later approved by the New York State Division of Housing and Community Renewal (HCR), went into effect on July 24, 2023, and prohibits the storage or charging of eBikes, eScooters, and their batteries inside Co-op City residential apartments, garages, community rooms, or any other indoor common areas.

Shareholders found violating the rule face a Community Complaint fee of $1,000 and/or termination of their occupancy agreement. For each additional or subsequent violation of this rule, the Community Complaint doubles the amount of the preceding fine.

Notably, the resolution does make an exception for mobility devices required by individuals with permanent or temporary disabilities, which remain per mitted under federal and state housing protections.

The resolution also applies to Riverbay employees and contrac tors, delivery persons and others bringing eBikes, eScooters and batteries into Co-op City build ings and storing or charging them within on near the buildings. Any individual found with one of these devices in the buildings will be asked to leave the premises and refusal will result in them being cited for trespassing.

Shareholders are also re minded that they are responsi ble for family and any visitor, including delivery persons, who may violate this resolution and bring a prohibited device into any building, lobby, el evator, indoor mall area, and

apartment while making a delivery. If possible, shareholders are also encouraged to meet their delivery driver outside to ensure that an eBike is not brought into the building or elevators.

CCPD Chief Andre Waring also said that he has already instructed Public Safety to be on the lookout and stop any delivery worker they see entering a building with an eBike or scooter. Unattended devices left in or around the buildings will also be confiscated.

“Not having personnel roster the size of the NYPD, it is difficult to be everywhere, all the time,” said Chief Waring. “I will have supervisors note to the officers that should they observe a delivery person leaving an e-Bike unattended in and/or around the property, they are to take action and confiscate the e-Bike and hopefully they will refrain from the behavior.”

It’s important to note that lithium-ion battery fires behave differently from other household fires. Damaged or unstable batteries can enter a self-heating chain reaction that continues even when flames appear to be extinguished. These reactions release

toxic gases and create intense, fast-spreading heat. Water alone is often ineffective, and in some cases can worsen the spread by causing additional short-circuiting. Traditional fire extinguishers also generally fail to stop lithium-ion fires.

At the citywide level, legislation has also been introduced to curb the dangers posed by poorly manufactured or uncertified batteries. New York City passed multiple laws last year, requiring that all e-Bike and e-Scooter batteries sold in the city meet recognized safety standards, such as those set by Underwriters Laboratories (UL). The legislation also bans the sale of reconditioned or refurbished lithium-ion batteries, which have been linked to many of the city’s most dangerous fires.

Riverbay Board President Rod Saunders also shared that the Board is looking into ways to reinforce Resolution #22-58 and they will be meeting with local businesses to remind them that delivery drivers are not allowed to bring their eBikes within the buildings.

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New York Mails Inflation Refund Checks

By BRANDON ORTIZ

Governor Kathy Hochul announced on September 26 that New York began mailing out inflation refund checks.

The governor announced back on December 9, 2024 that she was working on new legislation in the upcoming budget to provide inflation refund checks to eligible New Yorkers at a press conference held in the Dreiser Auditorium in Co-op City.

Approximately 8.2 million New Yorkers can expect to receive their check anytime from October through November, according to the Governor’s Office. In the city, 3.53 million residents are eligible for an inflation refund check.

Below is a quick breakdown from the Governor’s Office on how much to expect based on income:

• Single filers with incomes under $75,000 will receive $200, while single filers with incomes between $75,000 and $150,000 will receive $150.

• Joint filers with incomes under $150,000 will receive $400 and joint filers with incomes between $150,000 and $300,000 will receive $300.

• Individuals who are married, filing separately and have an income under $75,000 will receive $200, while filers with incomes between $75,000 and $150,000 will receive $150.

• Those who file as head of household will receive $200 if their income is below $75,000 and $150 if their income is between $75,000 and $150,000.

• Those who file as a qualifying surviving spouse will receive $400 if their income is under $150,000 and $300 if their income is between $150,000 and $300,000.

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There was no application or sign up required to be eligible for an inflation refund check. Income eligibility is based on the 2023 tax year. Since there were no requirements or paperwork to receive an inflation refund check, the Governor’s Office warns all New Yorkers to be vigilant for any potential scams related to checks. Recently, scammers have used text messages, phone calls, emails and even phony written letters claiming to need “accurate payment information in order to receive an inflation refund check, supposedly so revenue agencies can deposit money into a taxpayer's bank account,” as explained by the Governor’s Office.

Gov. Hochul echoed this warning on September 28, reminding New Yorkers to protect their valuable personal information.

“New Yorkers do not have to do anything to receive an inflation re-

fund check outside of meeting the eligibility requirements. With scams targeting the state’s inflation refund initiative, let me be clear: The Tax Department and the IRS do not call or text individuals for personal information. My administration urges New Yorkers to remain vigilant and report these scams to the Tax Department to protect yourself from being a victim,” the Governor said. Anyone who receives a suspicious message in regards to inflation refund checks is advised to block the sender, delete the message and report the scam to the IRS or New York State Tax Department. The New York State Tax Department can be reached by phone Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at 518457-0578 or via email at dtfoia@tax. ny.gov; and the IRS is available by calling 1-800-366-4484 or by emailing phishing@irs.gov.

Important Notice to Shareholders of Building 5 A, B & C

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

Building 5 A, B & C 100, 120 & 140 Darrow Place Current Lease

Expiration Date: January 31, 2026

3-Year Expiration Date: January 31, 2029

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Consumer Alert

New York Department of State’s Division of Consumer Protection Warns New Yorkers to Beware of Event Ticket Scams

Consumers Should Follow Important Steps to Avoid Fake Tickets and Lost Money

The New York Department of State’s Division of Consumer Protection is warning consumers to beware of event ticket scams and unfair pricing practices. This warning comes in the wake of the Federal Trade Commission’s recently ﬁled complaint against Ticketmaster and Live Nation Entertainment for allegedly engaging in illegal ticket resale tactics and deceiving artists and consumers about prices and ticket limits.

From concerts to comedy shows and every sporting event in between, thousands of New Yorkers enjoy their favorite performers and teams live every year. However, dedicated fans are all too familiar with high demand tickets selling out quickly and skyrocketing resale prices. This unfortunately makes an attractive market for scammers to pose as sellers, stealing fans’ time, money and ability to enjoy their event of choice. Buying tickets for live events can be a fast-paced, competitive, and expensive process, so consumers should follow important steps to avoid fake tickets and lost money.

“As football season kicks into high gear and fans’ excitement is at an alltime high, so is the risk of scams,” said Secretary of State Walter T. Mosley. “I urge all New Yorkers to follow the Division of Consumer Protection’s tips when buying tickets to see their favorite team, artist, comedian, or any live event, so scammers don’t steal your chance to enjoy the experiences you look forward to most.”

Tips To Avoid Ticket Scams

The Division of Consumer Protection encourages consumers to follow these tips when purchasing any event tickets:

Buy from official sources: Check out the official venue website for information on how to buy tickets from verified sources. Scammers may also create fake websites that look like official ones, so always check if it’s a legitimate website by reviewing the URL, the company’s contact information, and the website’s privacy policy. Scammers often use unique URL structures that resemble legitimate looking websites. Remember to confirm that the website’s URL matches the company’s name and that there are no unusual spellings. Watch out for fake tickets: Scammers deceive unsuspecting consumers with nonexistent tickets that are promoted on social media, fake websites and online marketplaces like Craigslist, Facebook Marketplace and Instagram. They may even send you convincing looking screenshots, barcodes or confirmation emails. Watch out for resellers who request payment from outside an official ticket platform.

Only buy resold tickets through official platforms: Many official ticket sales agents now offer resale options as well. Reputable ticketing platforms have built-in systems that allow resellers to list and transfer digital tickets within the platform. The platforms facilitate payment transfers. Unverified sources can be risky.

Verify the seller: Research the seller and check for reviews and their reputation online. Check for a physical address and phone number. A legitimate seller will have a real address and a phone number where you can contact them. Also, verify the ticket details. Ensure the ticket details, such as the event name, date, and time, match the official event information. You can also look up the seller on VerifiedTicketSource.com to confirm you are buying from a National Association of Ticket Brokers member resale company, which requires its members to guarantee that every ticket sold on their websites is legitimate.

Beware of low prices and pay attention to added fees: Don’t let the excitement of ﬁnding a good deal on a ticket cloud your judgement. Platforms may advertise low prices and then try to pressure you into quickly buying the tickets. Make sure you pay attention to any added fees. If it looks too good to be true, it probably is.

Consider paying with a credit card: Credit cards generally offer more protection than other payment methods like debit cards and payment apps if you ever need to dispute a charge. Scammers often want you to pay with payment apps, prepaid gift cards or cash since these payment methods are untraceable and may not allow you to stop payment or reverse a transaction.

Use a strong password: Many stadiums and venues only accept digital tickets accessed through an app. Be sure to use a strong, unique password and enable two factor authentication to ensure a scammer can’t hack into your account and steal your ticket.

About the New York State Division of Consumer Protection

Follow the New York Department of State on Facebook, X and Instagram and check in every Tuesday for more practical tips that educate and empower New York consumers on a variety of topics. Sign up to receive consumer alerts directly to your email or phone.

The New York State Division of Consumer Protection provides voluntary mediation between a consumer and a business when a consumer has been unsuccessful at reaching a resolution on their own. The Consumer Assistance Helpline, 1-800-697-1220, is available Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., excluding State Holidays, and consumer complaints can be ﬁled at any time at www.dos.ny.gov/consumerprotection. The Division can also be reached via X at @NYSConsumer or Facebook.

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OPPORTUNITIES OPPORTUNITIES AT CO-OP CITY

For employment opportunities, please visit these following sites:

www.Indeed.com https://indeedhi.re/

www.Glassdoor.com https://bit.ly/3SgI9Go

www.ZipRecruiter.com

https://bit.ly/3Se8bdw

Candidates may review full position descriptions and apply at any site. Current Riverbay employees should submit a transfer request and resumé directly to the HR department.

Thank you for your interest in working for Riverbay Corporation.

Director’s Viewpoint Mary Pearson, Assistant Secretary

Getting Around Co-op City

Signage. Getting around starts with knowing where you’re going. In Co-op City, it’s even hard to know where you’re at sometimes!

Section 5 has recently gotten some needed clarity, thanks to Assistant Executive General Manager Cary Smith III (and Hattie Overman’s persistence).

There’s a new sign in town at the corner of Einstein Loop South and Einstein Loop East pointing (at least in the general direction) to the Erdman Pl. and the Elgar Pl. addresses. I’m told illumination is coming soon.

A few years ago, glow-in-the-dark address signs were mounted on our building’s entrances and instead of throwing the old ones in the trash, they were repurposed. By moving the old signs to the back of the buildings, I’m guessing some of the guesswork of delivery and retrieval of Amazon packages was happily prevented. Every little bit helps.

We’re still waiting for “You Are Here” signage to be sprinkled around the campus to help make sense of the whackadoodle meandering way our buildings were numbered and addressed way back when.

Wherever did they put Building 15? I like puzzles…a lot. I find the twists, turns, jumps, and leaps of our building placement an amusing challenge.

I started plotting the route that our building numbers follow in order to help the Board of Elections (BOE) sort out our screwy Election Districts and polling sites. Still, except for Section 5, I can’t place each and every building without peeking at a map.

Sections 1 and 2 (the sections at the top of our vertically held, north to south running map) are at least, geographically and numerically, in the same ballpark.

Starting in the northwest corner of the community, follow buildings one through five spiraling clockwise, jump over the Defoe Townhouses to the counterclockwise-traveling Buildings 6 through 8, jump over the Debs Townhouses for a clockwise Building 9 through 11 run, then leap from Carver Loop West to Carver Loop East, for the counter-clockwise Building 12 through 14 turn. And then what. Where’s Building 15?

Building 15 is located where you’d least expect it. Actually, it would be the second to the last place you’d look because, once you meandered from Bldg. 15 to Bldg. 25, you’d really need GPS to get you to Bldg. 26 and through to Bldg. 35. But that’s just the building numbers. The street addresses are another ball of wax. But I’m not finished kvetching about the numbering yet.

Numbering the Towers. Chevrons and Triple-cores have their own issues, but for the easiest of examples, let’s take the towers. Each of the five three-tower clusters are arranged in a semi-circle surrounding their cul de sacs or turnarounds. In each grouping, the three buildings’ numbers increase by traveling counter-clockwise. But they don’t all take the same jumping off point.

The towers should all have been set up traveling right-to-left along those semi-circles the way Section 1’s 6-7-8 on DeKruif Pl., Section 2’s 12-13-14 on Casals Pl., and Section 5’s 33-34-35 on Elgar Pl., were set up. But they weren’t. Two outliers, Section 3’s 17-18-19 and Section 4’s 23-24-25, jaywalk their way across the turnaround by choosing the right-to-left starting point instead.

Addressing the Tower addresses. For some long-buried reason, the tower addresses do the opposite, direction-wise. Instead of traveling counter-clockwise, all of the tower street addresses increase by going the other way around. Sections 1 and 5 travel clockwise, following the semi-circular path left-to-right (8-7-6 and 35-34-33, respectively). But others do not.

The starting point of Section 4’s 23-24-25, semi-circle-shunning tower addresses, still manages to keep an assemblance of order with its clockwise address number increases: 100 Benchley Pl. (#25), 120 Benchley Pl. (#24), 140 Benchley Pl. (#23).

That’s more than you can say for Sections 2 and 3.

The Bad Boys of the Bunch. Section 2’s tower group was given the disorienting center tower as the starting point for its clockwise travel plan. Its middle-to-right-to-left ascending addresses – 1312-14 – jump willy-nilly from 100 Casals Pl. (#13)

Proper Mattress Disposal

The City of New York requires all residents to fully cover all mattresses or box springs in a sealed plastic bag for garbage disposal and collection. This rule was intended to prevent the spread of any bed bug activity.

Please note that mattresses that are infested by bed bugs must ﬁrst be exterminated prior to covering for disposal.

Please contact your respective CSO for an appointment with the exterminator. This is a free service provided by Riverbay Corporation.

Under the rule, failure to place a mattress or box spring in a proper bag will result in a monetary ﬁne imposed by the City. In addition, Co-op City residents who violate this rule may be subject to a Community Complaint with related ﬁnes and legal fees. (The City of New York and Riverbay do not provide mattress or box spring bags or covers.)

Plastic bags to cover mattresses and box springs are available at department stores, home improvement centers and large moving companies. They can also be purchased online.

Please follow this rule when disposing of mattresses and/or box springs.

These covered items are then to be brought to the basement Ash Cart room where they will be picked up for proper trash collection.

Thank you for your attention and cooperation in this matter.

––CSO

to 120 Casals Pl. (#12) to 140 Casals (#14).

Section 3 scrambles it differently by starting its travel plan at Bldg. 18. But address-wise, Section 3’s clockwise, number-ascending, 18-17-19 path follows its Casals Pl. neighbor’s routine: 100 Alcott Pl. (#18) to 120 Alcott Pl. (#17), to 140 Alcott Pl. (#19).

Please let me know if I’ve gotten any of that twisted.

Who cares? None of this will be on the pop quiz, but that doesn’t mean that no one cares about our squiggly numbering system. A delivery person, a new-on-the-job postal worker, someone trying to find the right building in the rain might care.

And that’s why I believe I speak for everybody trying to get around Co-op City when I ask: How are those “You Are Here” signs coming along?

But Wait, There’s More. I have so much more Getting Around Co-op City stuff on the agenda, but so little room left to write it in.

Like… Did anyone else see the horse-drawn hearse circling Einstein Loop last week?

And I had wanted to talk the number of BxM7 cancellations from 3/31/24 to 3/31/25, to death. How many? An outrageous 868!

And I wanted to encourage everyone to note the time and the bus numbers of BxM7s going the wrong way around Einstein Loop and call 511 or email the MTA inspector general at Complaints@ mtaig.org right away.

And I wanted to bring up the Smart Curbs initiative again. We need fewer double-parked cars and more designated drop-off/pick-up curb space!

And wanted to stress that the Local Law 11 (LL11) fence-erecting folks must really stick to whatever actual safety rule needs to be followed for our protection without unnecessarily destroying our quality of life in the process.

And on that note…

Getting around Co-op City’s Decoration Ban. If fire safety is truly the issue, colorful metal holiday decorations, in every price range, are plentifully available.

Have a good week, everybody; MPearson@RiverbayBoard.com/718-219-2211.

Co-op City Democratic Club

Big news!

The Co-op City & Eleanor Roosevelt Democratic Clubs have ofﬁcially reunited! We are once again the united and whole Co-op City Democratic Club. This was a long time coming (over 30 years) and we couldn’t be any more excited.

Our club will serve as a vehicle for expanding civic engagement, promoting civic education and addressing community issues. We welcome all individuals who embrace a Democratic vision and support the Democratic Party.

For the September 2025 to June 2026 year, our meetings will be held on the third Tuesday of every month at 6:30 p.m. in Bartow Community Center, Rm. 28.

At our last meeting, along with reuniting the club, we chose our new Executive Committee that will lead the club during this pivotal time. We congratulate our new ofﬁcers:

Tremaine O’Garro, President

Kelly Saunders, Vice President

Yolanda Grant, Secretary

Mary Williams, Treasurer

Ruth Brantley, Assistant Secretary

Hazel Johnson, Assistant Treasurer

Special thanks to Assemblyman Michael Benedetto for presiding over the elections and donating our delicious dinner.

The club is hitting the ground running and has sponsored numerous events throughout the summer, including Co-op City’s Family Fun Night and a Backto-School giveaway in collaboration with Buildings 6, 7 & 8. We will continue to be present and active in the community. Keep a lookout for our upcoming events. They will be published in the Co-op City Times and on our social media. You can follow us on Facebook and Instagram under “Co-op City Democratic Club.”

On October 4, our Club, along with family, friends, elected ofﬁcials and the community, honored our late Male District Leader, James Payne, with the street co-naming of Alcott Place to “James Payne Way.” We are eternally thankful for Councilman Kevin Riley for making this a reality and for all who joined us to help celebrate the life and legacy of James Payne. Also special thanks to Congressman George Latimer, Senator Jamaal Bailey and District Leader John Doyle (on behalf of Assemblyman Michael Benedetto) for their remarks.

Our next meeting will be on October 21 at 6:30 p.m. in the Bartow Community Center, Rm. 28. The main topic of the meeting will be the upcoming general election. We will have an explanation of, and discussion about, the six proposals that will be on our ballots.

If you have any questions, comments, suggestions or want more information on joining the club or our activities, please reach out to us at coopcitydemclub@gmail.com.

––Tremaine O’Garro

National Council of Negro Women

NCNW Co-op City Section – Our second membership meeting of the 2025-2026 fiscal year will be tomorrow, October 12, at 3 p.m. The meeting will offer in-person attendance or Zoom access. We will be meeting in Rm. 11, in the Dreiser Community Center. If you would like to use Zoom to attend our meeting for the first time to check us out, contact our Membership chairperson at ncnwcoopcitymembership@ gmail.com. Section members, if you have not yet paid your section dues for the 2025-2026 fiscal year, please bring your section dues, $50, to the meeting. Our national membership dues, $75, you must submit to our national body directly. Of course, if you are a Life Member or Legacy Life Member, you must submit $25 directly to our national office. October Health Fair – Our health fair that we hold annually in collaboration with Riverbay Corporation, was held last Saturday, October 4, in the Dreiser Community Center and it was a resounding success!

The Co-op City community really turned out because they realize that having good health is up to them! Our theme this year was “Family Health & Wellness Fair.”

We covered a wide range of health concerns. We had doulas speaking about supporting women through pregnancy, childbirth, and beyond; men discussing prostate cancer awareness and providing blood testing; support for family care givers. Vendors provided inﬂuenza and COVID vaccinations; nutrition consultations

Co-op City Safety News Alert

Avoiding Dryer Fire

Clothes dryer don’ts

• Don’t overload the dryer.

• Don’t dry anything containing foam, rubber or plastic. An example of an item not to place in a dryer is a bathroom rug with a rubber backing.

• Don’t dry any item for which manufacturer’s instructions state “dry away from heat.”

• Don’t dry glass ﬁber materials (unless manufacturer’s instructions allow).

• Don’t dry items that have come in contact with anything ﬂammable like alcohol, cooking oils or gasoline. Dry them outdoors or in a well-ventilated room, away from heat.

for people with eating disorders or food choices to complement chronic diseases; New York Junior Tennis Club in Co-op City encouraging healthy physical activity for all; Monteﬁore Einstein Medical Center providing blood pressure measurements and diabetes testing. There were all sorts of rafﬂes and giveaways and the fair ended with the winning of a huge television set.

Health Committee – On Sunday, October 26, come join us in our “Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk.” We support the American Cancer Society in the ﬁght against breast cancer each year. You do not need to be a NCNW member to walk with us! We will be meeting in Bay Plaza Shopping Center in front of Sephora at 8 a.m. Some of us will not be able to walk but want to support the cause. Contact: ncnwcoopcityhealthcomm@gmail.com to make a donation to this worthy cause.

Speaking of walking, GirlTrek has resumed on Saturday mornings at 9 a.m. To focus on healthy living walking, the group heads out to the Greenway for a brisk half hour walk. For more information, contact co-chairs Keisha Keelan at 917-6974854 or Farah Martin at 917-806-2534. Our Health Committee sponsors these walks together as a shared mission of health, unity and Black girl power.

Social Media – Remember you can ﬁnd us on our website: www.ncnwcoopcitysection.com; on Instagram: NCNW Co-op City and email: ncnwco. opcity@gmail.com.

––Joyce Howard

Proper Disposal of Household Grease

Shareholders, please DO NOT pour or allow grease to go down the drains.

• First, make sure that a strainer is placed over your kitchen sink drain so that materials that should not go down the drain are caught.

• Secondly, used oil and grease should be poured into old cans or bottles with a lid so as to prevent spillage. Place these cans or bottles insidea plastic bag, tie it up and then leave it insidethe compactor room on your ﬂoor for the porters to collect.

• Please do not place the cans or bottles down the compactor chutes as these heavy items will damage the compactor equipment.

If there are any questions regarding the proper disposal of grease or used cooking oil, please contact your respective Cooperator Services Ofﬁce (CSO).

Thank you for your cooperation.

Statepoint Kids’ Books • Theme: Kids’ Books

ACROSS

1. *The Big Bad Wolf: “I’ll ____ your house down”

5. Edgar Rice Burroughs’ Kerchak or Kala

8. Cosine’s buddy

12. Target of grand theft

13. Influencer’s journal

14. Food-grinding tooth

15. Bear’s hang-out

16. Like a maxi skirt

17. Get up

18. *Robert McCloskey’s “Make Way for ____”

20. March Madness org.

21. Expenditure, in the olden days

22. *“Four and twenty blackbirds baked in a _________”

23. Turn pale

26. Lachrymatory agent (2 words)

30. Swimmer’s distance

31. Rinse and ____

34. Consequently

35. Join forces

37. Bruin legend Bobby

38. Jury duty event

39. Per person

40. Hockey player, e.g.

42. Approximated landing time

43. What naughty children do

45. Fortification made of wagons

47. Preceding month

48. Unnecessary embellishment

50. Customs document

52. *He had a terrible, horrible, no good, very bad day

56. Popular pie nut

57. Not final

58. Just a little

59. Choice dish

60. ____-do-well

61. Sudden and brilliant success

62. Doofus

63. Is, in France

64. Fail to mention DOWN

1. Like a certain eagle

2. Oahu shindig

3. Related to ear

4. Exert persuasive powers (2 words)

5. Jennifer Aniston’s movie “____ Came Polly”

6. *Canine father in Dodie Smith’s “The Hundred and One Dalmatians”

7. *Dr. Seuss: “I do not like green ____ and ham”

8. *Philosopher in American edition of “Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone”

9. Hipbone

10. U.S. space agency, acr.

11. *“I heard him exclaim, ____ he drove out of sight, Merry Christmas...”

13. Not serious

14. Bipolar disorder phase

19. Filthy cabbage

22. Favorite student

23. Protected steel from rust with coating

24. Hawaiian veranda

25. Long stories

26. *The Queen of Hearts baked more than one of these

27. “In the Hall of the Mountain King” composer Edvard ____

28. Popular gemstone

29. Type of renewable energy

32. *Janette Sebring Lowrey’s “The ____ Little Puppy”

33. Pitcher’s stat

36. *“One ____ and One Nights”

38. ____-____-la refrain

40. Group of exercise reps

41. a.k.a. philosopher’s stone

44. Flavorless

46. Aluminum+nickel+cobalt, magnetic alloy

48. What time does

49. Button on electrical outlet

50. Bride’s cover

51. International Civil Aviation Organization

52. *Green Gables resident ____ Shirley

53. Gloom’s partner

54. Evening purse

55. Wholly engrossed

56. Pipe material, acr.

(Answer Key on pg. 18)

NYC SCHOOLS CHANCELLOR VISITS PS153X

NYC Chancellor Melissa Aviles-Ramos visited PS153X where she met with school administrators, local elected officials, Riverbay officials and students as she toured the school on Oct. 1.

JASA “The Color of Me, Myself and I”

On Friday, October 3, from 4-7 p.m., JASA Bartow OAC enjoyed an afternoon of color with the production of “The Color of Me, Myself, And I.” The production was preformed by the “Drama with Dazee & Friends Ensemble” of Bartow.

Photos by Lovely Grant

Photos by Ron Hartridge

Street Co-Naming –––––

(Continued from page 1)

Above are some of the photographic highlights from the street co-naming ceremony sponsored by City Council Member Kevin Riley on Saturday, Oct. 4, to dedicate the intersection at Alcott Place and Asch Loop in memory of the late James Payne, a staunch Co-op City advocate and active member of the community who dedicated his life to public service. Among the speakers at the ceremony were Council Member Riley, US Congressman George Latimer and State Senator Jamaal Bailey. The dedication was also attended by family members and neighbors of Mr. Payne, among others.

Greetings, retirees and friends.

We hope that you and your loved ones are doing well. We celebrated all our October birthday members at our meeting on October 1. There were three birthday girls present at the meeting (see photo, right); Caroline Damon, Joyce Williams, and Bevolyn Williams.

Retirees of Dreiser Loop

Wind Creek Casino – Bethlehem, PA; Wednesday, November 12. Price: $65, with a giveback of $25 slot play. Bus will pick up in front of H&R Block, 169 Dreiser Loop, at 8:30 a.m. and will depart promptly at 9 a.m. Serita will be in Rm. 19, from 1 p.m.-3 p.m. on October 14 and 16, to accept payments for this trip. Please contact Serita at 347-564-5722 with questions.

Holiday Luncheon – Tickets are available now for purchase for our annual holiday luncheon, which will be held at the Marina del Rey from 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m., on Thursday, December 11. The ticket price is $110, and transportation is included on a first-paid/first-seated basis. Please contact Daisy Young at 917292-7010, Ted Byrd at 917-797-9230, or Lillian Odom at 347-678-0745 to purchase tickets.

Sight and Sound “Joshua” – Tuesday, June 2, 2026. Show at 11 a.m. and lunch to follow at 2:30 p.m. at Miller’s Smorgasbord. Ticket price is $225. The bus will pick up at 6:30 a.m. in front of H&R Block and will depart promptly at 7 a.m. A deposit of $50 is due now to reserve a seat.

American Legion Post 1871

Neighboring Community Involvement –Bronx Police Force 2025 Honorees

Last Saturday, our Post was a proud participant in the recognition of well-earned awards to our ‘finest’ protecting the Bronx community. Hosted by our neighboring St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, the Reverend Pierre-Andre H. Duvert was flanked by commanders of numerous Bronx precincts attending the awards recognition. Their fellow colleagues were given well-earned “thank you” awards for excellence in police services. For the last 11 years, this church, starting with their own 47th Precinct, has conducted the annual awards ceremony. This year, the ceremony was expanded to include other precincts serving the Bronx County. For example, the 45th Pprecinct protects our own Co-op City community. Reverend Duvert gave an inspirational sermon to remind us of the spiritual energy returned by those who live with amazing grace, unconditional love and mercy. This model was echoed not only by the commanding officers but elected officials in attendance. The speakers, while reinforcing the salient takeaways from the sermon, reminded attendants of the daily protection conducted by our police officers without asking for our daily “thank you.” This day is set aside to put a smile on their face by letting them know that their work is not taken for granted.

Every Penny Helps – Legionnaire Norman Thomas – A Model Example

Contact Serita at 347-564-5722 with any questions.

Newsletter Submissions – Articles and photos for the “In the Loop” newsletter (which will be distributed in December), must be submitted no later than November 1. Contact Georgianna at 646-919-0713 with any questions.

Happy Birthday – Cheers to all our October birthday celebrants on adding another candle to your birthday cake. We wish you all a happy birthday and peace, love, and happiness throughout the year.

Condolences – Please continue to pray for all our bereaved members and their families.

Good and Welfare – We continue to pray for those who are sick or shut-in. Please remember to notify Lorraine Parker at 718-671-6403 about any member illnesses or deaths.

Membership Committee – Annual membership dues are $25. Personal checks payable to the “Retirees of Dreiser Loop” can be mailed to: Retirees of Dreiser Loop, 177 Dreiser Loop, Rm. 19, Bronx, NY 10475. Questions may be addressed to Mary at 718-655-9170.

General Meeting – Our next general membership meeting will be held on Wednesday, November 5, at 1 p.m. in the Dreiser Center, Auditorium C. Please mark your calendars and plan to attend.

Georgianna Rodriguez

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Retired US Marines Sgt. and Vietnam veteran Norman Thomas has been a Post 1871 Legionnaire for 41 continuous years. He assumed positions of commander, vice commander, adjutant and chaplain. Some of these positions were held in more than one fiscal year, for example, his current position as chaplain. It is for his long-standing legacy experience and commitment to our Post that Legionnaire Thomas is addressing our Post’s financial challenges with every penny, nickel, dime, and quarter he can muster. As shown right, his coin contribution will certainly help address our October’s operating costs. Other quarterly contributions and thank you mentions go out to Antonio Codrington, Joan Davis, William Gordon, Michael Pricoli, Juice Richardson, Patrice Sweeting, Llewelyn Waterman and Stephen Werner. Contact Us

American Legion Post 1871, 135 Einstein Loop, Room 41, Bronx, NY 10475. Phone: 718-320-8165. Email: americanlegion@post1871.org. Website: https: www.legion.org.

––Antonio Codrington

Building 28 Association

Enforcement of FDNY Fire Code Regulations – Notices have been distributed to each apartment throughout the building and posted by the elevator in each lobby as well as the Co-op City Times newspaper. All decorations and items must be removed immediately from apartment doors, public hallways and lobbies. Violators will be subject to a community complaint fine, which is $125.

If there are any suggestions for the association, please send an email to: building28association@gmail.com. Come out, bring your neighbors and share your ideas on what activities you would like the Building 28 Association to participate in. Examples of activities/fundraisers are Bingo, Pokeno, cake sales, dinner sales, end of year social, or day trips to plays, casinos, apple picking, winery, etc. Dues for calendar year 2025 are still being collected at the association meetings and are $10 per family.

Let us make Building 28 a STAR building! Did you know that every unit in Co-op City is eligible for the STAR Program? It does not cost you anything and there are no income requirements! Find out if you are eligible for either the Basic STAR (School Tax Relief Program) or the Enhanced STAR (Enhanced School Tax Relief age 65+). To complete your application online, go to: https://encryption.ny.gov or by phone 518-457-2036. For Enhanced STAR, go to: www.tax.ny.gov/STAR or view the information in the lobby display cases. Adults age 60+ who need help with obtaining and maintaining entitlements and benefits can call and schedule an appointment with a JASA or NORC Case Manager at 929-399-1371.

Gentle Reminders:

For emergencies, call Co-op City Public Safety at 718-671-3050 and NYPD at 911. For non-emergencies, call 311. You can also call CCPD at their anonymous tip hotline: 718-879-6311.

Dogs: When in public spaces (that includes the lobbies, laundry room, and elevator), dogs should be leashed at all times. Additionally, refrain from having your pet relieve themselves under the buildings or in the grassy areas. Take them to the curb and pick up the poop.

Laundry Room Etiquette: Continue to respect our laundry room and your neighbors by getting your clothes on time (within a 15-minute window) and maintaining a clean and healthy working space. Washing machines are only allowed in the townhouses.

––Brenda Brown

Building 13 Association

Come one, come all! If you live in Building 13 we are taking a group picture together to commemorate and celebrate the good fortune we have to live with caring members in our community and in particular Building 13!

Group Picture: A photographer will meet us in the front of our building on Sunday, October 19, at 3:30 p.m. See you then. Let us share this moment together. So, save the date; we are inviting all residents of Building 13 to participate.

Association Meeting: On Thursday, October 23, we will host our guest speaker, Executive General Manager Marvin L. Walton, at our monthly Association meeting. Members and non-members of the association are always welcome to attend our meeting. We hope your visit will encourage you to become a member if you are not already and share your thoughts and ideas. I will continue to repeat the success of our Building 13 Association and any building in Co-op City depends on active participation from residents. Stay informed and voice your concerns. Share your ideas to help shape the future of our building and community.

Recently, all presidents and vice presidents were invited to attend a meeting to discuss the need for Riverbay to follow the lease agreement and FDNY fire code restrictions. Being pro-active is always more prudent.

Halloween: We will be collecting candy donations to give treats to the youth and young at heart.

We will be distributing Halloween treats on Friday, October 31 (time to be determined). If you would like to donate candy, please bring the items with you on October 19, the day of the pictures (3:30 p.m.), or October 23, the day of the Association meeting (7 p.m.). The time of the Halloween distribution will be posted in the bulletin board.

Each month, the NYPD 45th Precinct Community Council meets on the first Thursday of the month. For your convenience, I have posted the information listing the locations where the meeting will be held and the corresponding dates of the meetings each month. Additionally, I have posted information discussed at the last association meeting regarding Social Security payments as well as the rules governing moving furniture and large items. Going forward, we will be inviting guest speakers to discuss dementia, as well as STAR and SCRIE (DRIE) submissions. Please make sure to check what is going on in the community by reading the lobby bulletin board.

“Be not afraid of going slowly. Be afraid of standing still.” –Chinese Proverb

Visit our Facebook page at: Building 13 Association Inc.–Co-op City or e-mail us at building13assoc@yahoo.com. Contacts: Wendell Mattison, V.P. at 917-330-1380. Thank you for supporting our team.

––Wendell Mattison

Adler Place Association

Adler Place associates!

Please welcome our new residents who have recently moved in. Get to know your neighbors and acknowledge them, so that we do not become a community of strangers. This is the 10th year of our association. We meet every third Tuesday of the month in the Bartow Avenue Community Center, unless otherwise noted. A flyer is posted a week before our meetings are held. The flyer is located on each bulletin board. Please attend some of the meetings.

Thank you.

––K. Graham

NAACP

The NAACP marches to defend democracy and combat racism and discrimination in communities across the country.Located in the Einstein Community Center, Rm. 36, we meet on the fourth Sunday of the month at 3 p.m. The NAACP Co-op City Branch Ofﬁce hours are: 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Mondays & Wednesdays. Notary available on Monday and Wednesday during ofﬁce hours; call for appointment.

Shirts and Hoodies: We are currently taking orders for our NAACP T-shirts and zip-down embroidered hoodies. Order forms have been sent to all members and are also available at the NAACP ofﬁce. The deadline to place an order is October 15. If paying by money order, please make it payable to NAACP Co-op City Branch.

Who And What Is On Our Ballot

Mayor, City Council, Comptroller, Bronx Borough President, Civil Court Judge.

There will also be six (6) Proposals on the ballots. Turn ballot over.

The Proposals: for more information go to: https://www.nycvotes.org.

1. Amendment to Allow Olympic Sports Complex in Essex County on State Forest Preserve Land

2. Fast Track Affordable Housing to Build More Affordable Housing Across the City

3. Simplify Review of Modest Housing and Infrastructure Projects

4. Establish an Affordable Housing Appeals Board with Council, Borough, and Citywide Representation

5. Create a Digital City Map to Modernize City Operations

6. Move Local Elections to Presidential Election Years to Increase Voter Participation

**We will also have information on proposals at the NAACP Ofﬁce**

Upcoming NYC Elections

General Election Day is Tuesday, November 4, at your designated poll site. Polls are open from 6 a.m.-9 p.m.

Early Voting: Saturday, October 25–Sunday, November 2.

Early Voting Poll Site: 177 Dreiser Loop Community Center.

Voting Registration Deadline: Mail in Registration applications MUST be received by the board of elections no later than October 25. For more information, visit or contact: The Bronx County Board of Elections ofﬁce at 1780 Grand Concourse, Bronx, NY 10457, or call: 718-299-9017, 866-868-3692, TDD/TTY call the NY State Relay 711 or by email: www.vote.nyc. NAACP Statement: We will not let fear and division drive us further apart. We cannot succumb to apathy. We must come together to defend our friends, families, and neighbors. We never have and never will cower in the face of racism. The NAACP is leading the counter-offensive to vigorously defend our lives, our freedom, our history, and American democracy on every front.

Watch & Listen: Our Culture, Our Stories on the NAACP+ YouTube channel.

Looking to make an even greater impact? Become a champion for change and join us tokeep advancing Annual membership: Adult: $30; Youth: $10; Silver Life: $750. Make ck/mo. payable to: NAACP Co-op City. Mailing address: NAACP Co-op City, 135 Einstein Loop, Rm. 36, Bronx, N.Y. 10475. To become a member online go to: www.naacp.org membership. Select Coop City (2210) and join. To leave a message, call the ofﬁcephone at: 718320-3210 or email: naacpccity2210@gmail.com.

Brenda Brown

Building 6 Association

Happy Saturday, neighbors. I hope when you read this it ﬁnds you in good standing! Welcome, to all of our new neighbors. The Building 6 Association has many events coming up. Volunteers are needed to help distribute fresh produce. Halloween candy is currently being collected. Contact President Lassiter at 347-366-7690. The Building 6 Association is suggesting that all neighbors get their updated ﬂu and Covid-19 vaccines. On Saturday, October 18, from 5:30-9:30 p.m., we are having a masquerade Bingo Game Night in the association room, located under the rear portico.

Compactor Room Etiquette: Never place raw garbage into the chute. Always rinse recyclable food containers and place them into a clear sealed bag. All bulk boxes or furniture needs to be taken down to the ash cart room in the basement. Do not be a litterbug!

Laundry Room Etiquette: Please remove the washer/dryer load within 15 minutes of completion. Pick up used dryer sheets and place empty detergent bottles into their properly marked receptacle. Never spray aerosol disinfectants

Please remember to curb your dog!

WHISTLEBLOWER ANONYMOUS 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 anonymoushotline by the following methods:

Go to an independent website to complete an online disclosure form; www.lighthouse-services.com/riverbaycorp

Call the following independent third party whistleblower hotline at 1-833-290-0009 (English); or 1-800-216-1288 (Spanish);

Email: reports@lighthouse-services.com; or Send a fax to (215) 689-3885 (the email or fax must include “Riverbay” in the subject of the report).

into the machine, as that could ignite a ﬁre. Never remove the laundry baskets from the room for personal use because they are community property. Parents, be mindful of your children in the laundry room.

Neighbors with dogs, please curb your dog and never let the dog urinate or defecate under the building’s porticos. Dogs should always be harnessed and leashed in common areas. Be a responsible dog parent! As the saying goes: If you see something, say something. Call CCPD at 718-671-3050 or dial 911. If anyone in your household is experiencing a mental health crisis, dial 988. The hotline is open 24/7. We all wish to live in a clean, safe and harmonious environment. Let us all be civil and foster community pride.

As always, I pray for safety over all. Godspeed.

“We are not put on this earth for ourselves, but are placed here for each other. If you are there always for others, then in time of need, someone will be there for you.”

––Lauren K. Lassiter

Building 9 Association

Greetings, Building 9 Association family and friends. Welcome to October! The purpose of our monthly membership meetings is to inform, engage and empower shareholders. Our next scheduled general membership meeting is scheduled for Thursday, October 30, at 7 p.m. in the Building 9 Association meeting room, located in the Building 9 B-side, rear of lobby. Please join us. Our invited guest speaker is Chief Andre Waring of the Public Safety Department.

As the holiday season approaches, the topic of decorating our public spaces is on everyone’s mind. Change has come to the Co-op City community. As was touched on by EGM Marvin Walton, at our September meeting, for the safety and wellbeing of all residents, change is required. Management held a special meeting with all Building and Townhouse Association presidents on Tuesday, September 30. We were ofﬁcially advised of the policy change and the necessity for the change. Effective immediately, the past practice of decorating public spaces in our high-rises is strictly prohibited. Public spaces include the outside of your apartment door. Compliance with, and enforcement of, FDNY Fire Code Regulations, as well as New York State Division of Housing and Community Renewal, mandates is driving the change. Notices were posted publicly on each ﬂoor of each high-rise building, as well as placed under each apartment door. Riverbay Corporation will no longer permit decorating in en-

closed public spaces within its high-rise buildings. In the past, the Building Nine Diamonds have taken the lead in lobby decorating. We will no longer function in that capacity. We ask that you comply as well. Non-compliance may result in your personal items being conﬁscated. The possible threat to the safety and wellbeing of our neighbors is too great to continue to put all at risk. Flammability of materials puts us in direct danger of ﬁre and/or the inhalation of toxic fumes from the burning synthetic materials used in the manufacture of most decorations. Liability to the corporation is, in fact, liability to all shareholders. The risk of FDNY monetary penalties for noncompliance, and possible lawsuits for non-compliance, are far too great. The fact that we may have been doing something for a long time, does not mean we should continue the practice. There may be some discussion going forward about decorating exterior spaces with lighting. I attended the 45th Pct. Council Meeting on October 2. Overall, crime statistics for the precinct are down, except for automobile crimes. Honda and Acura thefts, tires, rims, and airbags are still high. There is a change in reporting requirements for rape. Please, be alert to your surroundings. Walk with intention. Park in well-lit areas. Avoid shortcuts through less noisy, deserted areas. Be safe.

“When we know better, we do better.”

–Dr. Maya

Angelou

––Linda Collins

Building 25 Association

Greetings, Building 25 shareholders. We wish those of you celebrating your birthday this week a happy birthday. Also, best wishes and congratulations to those celebrating a special occasion this week.

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and the theme this year is “Every Story is Unique, Every Journey Matters.” Individuals are encouraged to get breast cancer screening regularly, as early detection and treatment helps to save lives. For individuals with a story and their journey, we offer you compassion, dignity, and support. Stay encouraged. Stay strong.

Sick and Shut-ins: We send you healing vibes for improved health and strength.

Condolences: We offer our deepest sympathies to families who lost a loved one recently. May peace of mind, love and connection with others help you during tough times.

Building Association Meeting

Our next meeting will be October 21 at 7:30 p.m. in the meeting room under the portico. We make every effort to invite management/department representatives to our meeting. Their presence gives shareholders an opportunity to ask questions, share their concerns, and get immediate feedback about management’s plans for an optimal quality of living in our homes and community. We encourage shareholders to attend the monthly meeting. In the event you are unable to attend the meeting, please contact Building 25 Cooperators’ Association via email at: building25association@gmail.com to share your ideas and concerns. Your building association endeavors to advocate on your behalf for problem resolution. We welcome your input and support. Please join your building association. The annual dues are $5 per family.

Peace and good health to all!

––Evelyn Herbert

Cooperators United

Greetings, fellow Building Association and Townhouse Association presidents. Again, I thank all 23 in attendance at our September meeting for joining us. Our next membership meeting is scheduled for Monday, October 27, at 7 p.m. in the Bartow Center, Rm. 31. Our meetings are for Building Association and Townhouse Association presidents only (or their designees as reported by the respective association president to our Secretary Deborah Henry prior to our meeting). The goal of Cooperators United is to inform, advise and advocate on behalf of our Association presidents to empower you as Association presidents. We share information and solutions. In addition to the new highrise decorating prohibitions, buildings with association rooms will be subject to periodic inspections by CSO to ensure the meeting spaces are in compliance with the occupancy agreement requirements. Some items may need to be removed.

I attended the 45th Precinct Council Meeting on October 2. Overall, crime statistics in the precinct are down, with the exception of automobile crimes. Honda and Acura thefts lead the list. Theft of tires, rims and airbags are still high. C.O. Ortiz advised that, on average, it takes less than 30 seconds for a thief to steal an airbag or a set of tires. It is still recommended that steering wheel Clubs with the airbag covers be used as a deterrent to theft. Also, wheel locks may serve as a deterrent as well. NYPD has changed its rape reporting requirements to include additional acts. This may cause a statistical increase in rape reporting for the precinct. These additional categories have been added to the penal code. Please be alert to your surroundings. Walk with intention. Park in well-lit areas.

The “Q” Teams (Quality of Life) have replaced the old “NCO” Teams. There are three teams now, instead of two. You may invite the “Q” Teams to speak at your meetings at any time. Contact Officer Hannah Rivera at the 45 Pct. The precinct has its new tow truck. They will begin to tow the tractor trailers around Baychester, Tillotson, Connor Street. Also, attention will be given to the RV community on Givan Avenue, behind the Peartree Mall. Recently, in Section 5, an arrest was made, and a vehicle was confiscated for doing doughnuts, reckless driving and DUI.

The Co-op City contingent of the Environmental Cancer Research pilot program is scheduled to meet with members of the Montefiore-Einstein Cancer Research group at the end of October. It is our hope to begin development of the scope and manner of investigation for possible cancer risk factors in our community. This is an important initiative due to the seemingly higher number of diagnoses and deaths within the Co-op City community.

Reminder, as per Assembly Member Benedetto, bus lane camera tickets received within the confines of Co-op City are being invalidated by the New York City Parking Violations division. Please be mindful of double-parking for extended periods of time, legally parked vehicles may need to get out.

“The loudest voices may not always have the best intentions.”

––Linda Collins

Strict enforcement of angle parking regulations by NYPD

The NYPD strictly enforce of parking regulations pertaining to angle parking spaces. Shareholders should be aware that vehicles in angle parking spaces on streets such as Asch Loop, Einstein Loop and Hutchinson River Parkway East, must be parked within the marked lines or they will be summonsed.

Goose Island Seniors

Foxwoods Casino and Tanger Outlet – Thurs., Nov. 6, in Mashantucket, CT. No bonus, no meal voucher. Price: $70. Balance due: Wed., Oct. 15. Seats available.

Wind Creek Casino – Sun., Nov. 9. Price: $70; bonus $25 for slot play. Call: 646-579-1701.

Brownstone Holiday Party – Mon., Dec. 8, in Patterson, NJ. Price: $165; $50 deposit to hold seat. Delicious luncheon, dancing, DJ and band. Balance due: Wed., Nov. 12. Seats available.

Disney Cruise (Dream Ship) – Dec. 22-26. Prices starting at $2,000 per person. Call: 646-579-1701. Booking ends Sept. 23.

2026 Mohegan Sun Casino – Tues., Jan. 22, 2026. Price: $70; no bonus, no food.

2026 Wind Creek Casino – Thurs., Feb. 19, 2026. Price: $70; bonus $25 for play.

2026 Sight and Sound “Joshua” – Thurs., March 26, 2026. Lunch at Golden Corral then 3 p.m. show. Price: $215; $50 deposit to hold seat.

2026 Norwegian Greek Isle Cruise – May 18-27, 2026. Price: $32933945. Call: 646-579-1701.

2026 Sight and Sound “Joshua” – Pre-Mother’s Day, Sat., May 9, 2026. Changes: Lunch at Miller’s Smorgasbord, then show at 3 p.m. Price: $245. Orchestra seats. Call 646-579-1701.

Notary – With Yvonne Menefee from 10:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

Bingo – Mon., Wed. and Fri. from 1 p.m.-3:30 p.m. Members only. Admission: $5 for three cards; $0.25 each additional card. Twelve games and jackpot. Refreshments.

Game day – Tues. and Thurs. between 1 p.m.-5 p.m. Dominoes, movies, socializing and more. Members only. Refreshments.

To All Members: Happy birthday to our members who celebrate their birthday in the month of October: Jacqueline Clark, Daisy Benjamin, Connie Bridges, Iraida (Greta) Feliciano, Sandy Roque, Cookie Milton, Eleanor Alberti, Edith Rosado and Karen Hill. The Birthday Cake celebration is on Wed., Oct. 22, during half-time of Bingo from 2 p.m.-2:45 p.m.

Sick and Shut-in – Eleanor Alberti. Mary Pilla, our former president, sends her love to everyone. Call her at 718-753-1816.

Our club is at 135 Einstein Loop, Rm. 39, Bronx, NY 10475, the Section 5 Community Center. Phone: 718-379-9613. Stephen cell: 347-847-1941. Zelle available. Our email address is goose.island@optonline.net. Cash App: $StephenCarlSr. Membership dues are $30 annually.

Good health to all.

––Stephen Roberts Sr.

Black Forum

Emergency Food Pantry

920 Baychester Ave., Bldg. 1A (opposite basketball court). The pantry is open on Thursday and Friday from 11 a.m.-12:45 p.m. for grocery distribution. Guests are eligible to pick up food once a month. All guests must present a pantry card, at least four to six clean shopping bags with handles and a shopping cart to receive food. We will not place food in black bags because they pose a safety hazard. Section 5 guests should visit the Co-op City United Methodist Church at 2350 Palmer Avenue to pick up groceries. This distribution site is open Thursdays from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. The groceries are supplied by and distributed by Black Forum. Religious affiliation is not required. For the safety of our staff and other guests, mask-wearing is required when picking up food.

Our priority is to provide a safe and respectful environment for everyone accessing our services. To ensure the well-being of our staff, volunteers, and all guests, we reserve the right to refuse service to anyone who engages in disruptive or aggressive behavior. We will also cease service if an individual poses a risk to the safety of our staff or other guests.

Farmers Market Coupons

Did you use your Senior Farmer Market coupons or Health Bucks this year? Share your delicious creations and healthy recipes. We want to celebrate the amazing things our community is doing with fresh local food. Your photos could be featured in a city campaign! Let us inspire others to enjoy the benefits of farmers markets together. Email your pictures to coopcityblackforum@ gmail.com or text them to 929-464-5520.

Fundraisers

& Fun!

Support our community with a fun day out! Your participation in these events help cover the rent, insurance, and supplies needed to keep our Emergency Food Pantry running strong. Help us ensure local families have access to nutritious food and household supplies. Trips include transportation and dining.

Sight & Sound’s “Joshua” & Shady Maple Smorgasbord – Friday, August 21, 2026. Total: $225 (first payment due soon). We’re accepting three payments of $75 each and are collecting deposits now. First payment to hold your seat is due October 24; second payment is due February 14, 2026; third payment is due April 18, 2026. Please be prompt with payments. No refunds. For trip interest only, please call 917-209-5334 or 929-464-5520. All proceeds go to the Black Forum to support Co-op City through our Emergency Food Pantry. Look out for more information about “Ace in the Hole” which will include a luncheon and show, and “Windows on the Lake” with Jake’s 58 casino in Ronkonkoma, LI.

––D. Illis

Greetings,

Building 20 Association

The next meeting will be held on Thursday, October 16, at 7 p.m. in the Building 20 Association room, Building 20B. All are welcome.

Our guest speaker will be Ms. KaTrina Dinham, communications and content manager, who will speak on the topics of “dementia” and “Alzheimer’s.”

Please invite your neighbors to attend with you. We look forward to seeing you.

Until then, stay safe and be a good neighbor.

Francine Jones

Toastmasters Club

What Can Toastmasters Do for You?

You never know what participating in Co-op City Toastmasters might lead to. We know that members present prepared speeches during our bi-monthly meetings. Members also work on an educational pathway to develop a set of skills. These skills can range from motivational strategies, storytelling, to making humorous speeches. Some members even participate in the world championship of public speaking. This year’s competition was held in Philadelphia this past August. With the skills developed during our local meetings, members have gone on to establish youth leadership groups within local schools and with community organizations. Members also have been known to create their own workshops and programs and businesses all because of their participation in Co-op City Toastmasters. If that sounds interesting to you, join us at 177 Dreiser, Rm. 5. We meet on the first or third Thursday each month. The room opens at 7 p.m. for our Meet and Greet and the session starts promptly at 7:30 p.m.

As a guest, you too can participate in the meeting during the table topics portion of the meeting. Speakers have an opportunity to speak on a topic for a total of two minutes. This is a fun way to get your feet wet so to speak. This portion of the meeting can be an opportunity to participate in an impromptu game, complete a puzzle, or participate in a creative challenge of some kind. The speaker must be quick on their feet, and it is an opportunity to step outside one’s comfort zone. What a mental challenge! Join us at our next meeting on Thursday, October 17. To learn more about Toastmasters, visit http://www.toasmasters.org/. All are welcome!

Meetings are held in Dreiser Center, 77 Dreiser Loop, Rm. 5.

CCTM: Oct. 16 and Oct. 30, at 7:30 p.m.

BAS (Advanced): Oct. 14, at 7 p.m.

Looking forward to seeing you.

Marietta Phoenix

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African-American Association of Co-op City

The African-American Association of Co-op City has appealed to Management to upgrade the Wi-Fi in every rental space in the community. This call was made to Executive General Manger Marvin L. Walton during the associations swearing-in-ceremony on Sunday, September 28. During the ceremony, it was noted that it was difficult to access the network freely while in several of the rooms. This clarion call was made after the past president, Michelle Marbury, was unavoidably absent at the event, but had opted to participate via phone. In the presence of the teaming audience patiently waiting to hear from the outgoing president, the conversation was interrupted a couple of times due to the poor network connection in the room.

As the baton was passed to the new president, Michelle Marbury eloquently presented a speech for an organization that she led for over six years. Madam president started her speech with the line, “I leave you: rooted in purpose, rising toward tomorrow.” She then continued by saying, “As I step away from my role as president of the African American Association of Co-op City, I do so with deep gratitude, humility, and unwavering hope for what lies ahead. The work we have done together has not been easy—but it has been meaningful, grounded in commitment and fueled by love for our people and community.” In her usual manner, she quickly observed that even with the event of the day, no matter how glorious, the media will look away. So, she added another line of thought in that manner, “The Revolution will not be televised. In a time when housing, safety, equity, and stability are under attack across the nation, Black and Brown communities cannot afford to sit on the sidelines. We are a mighty force. Let’s choose to leave behind a legacy that future generations will honor with pride and say: ‘They did not quit. They stood tall for our place on this planet—and for us’.”

Madam president did not forget the team that worked with her while serving the association. Thus, she recalled her lieutenants by stating that “this journey would not have been possible without the steady presence and commitment of those who stood shoulder-to-shoulder with me. My heartfelt thanks go to Cheryl Jenkins, Francine Reva-Jones, Kevin Lambright, Jarasia Wilson, Marita Taylor-Anderson, Merville Chambers, and Laverne Hugine. Through countless events, meetings, and challenges, you brought strength, dedication, and vision. Your leadership has kept the Association vibrant and resilient. Together, we have marched, spoken, uplifted, and reminded Co-op City—and the wider world—that our voices matter, our lives matter, and our legacy matters.”

Toba

Adeyemi LaCrown

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 – The Building 10 Association would like to thank Chief Andre Waring and Captain Frankie Torres from CCPD for coming to our meeting and sharing information and answering our questions.

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: Wednesday, Oct. 15; Oct. 29, from 5 p.m.-7 p.m.; and Saturday, Oct. 25, from 2 p.m.-4 p.m.

Game Night – Game Night will be held on Friday, October 17, in the Building 10 Association room located in the rear of Building 10B from 7 p.m. – 10 p.m. All are welcome. Come out and meet some of your fellow shareholders. Bring your favorite game and be prepared to have a great time. Light refreshments will be served.

Tip of the Week: Cigarettes/Cigars – Please refrain from throwing cigarettes/cigars off the terrace or out of windows, as this can cause a fire.

If You See Something, Say Something – For emergencies, call Co-op City Public Safety at 718-671-3050 and NYPD at 911. For non-emergencies, call 311. You can also contact CCPD at their anonymous tips hotline: 718-879-6311.

Suicide Prevention – If you or someone you know is contemplating suicide or in emotional distress, the number to call for help 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 or drop a note in the suggestion box in the laundry. We are also on Facebook, “Building 10 ABC Association”. Like our page and get notified of all the happenings in and around Building 10.

Deepest condolences to the family and friends of Mr. Edelmiro (Eddie/Junito) Perez (Building 10B). Please keep the family and friends of Mr. Perez in your thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time.

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.

“Do the best you can until you know better. Then when you know better, do better.” –Maya Angelou

Have a great week

Jewel Crawford-Duncan

Serve First, Lead Later

Some people find their value in positions and titles. The problem with this thinking is that positions and titles invariably change. More importantly, one should consider what position of trust God has placed them in. Proper service is seen through integrity and submission.

Jesus said in (Luke 16:10) “Whoever can be trusted with very little can also be trusted with much, and whoever is dishonest with very little will also be dishonest with much.”

David demonstrated a heart of service by caring for sheep, honoring his father, providing for his brothers, and protecting his nation. God brought him up through degrees of service. We generally do not begin at the top, but in lesser service, we train for greater service.

(1 Samuel 17:17, 19) “Jesse said to his son David, ‘Take this ephah of roasted grain and these ten loaves of bread for your brothers and hurry to their camp. They are with Saul and all the men of Israel in the Valley of Elah, fighting against the Philistines.’”

David had the lowest job. He could not even go

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to war. There was nothing glorious in what he did until God pulled him up. His years of training in the field would be vital in the battle. His work was interrupted to serve his brothers, but it was a divine interruption.

(1 Samuel 17:20) “Early in the morning, David left the flock with a shepherd, loaded up, and set out as Jesse had directed. He reached the camp as the army went out to its battle positions, shouting the war cry.”

David received instruction and went early to fulfill it, demonstrating obedience. He did not abandon his sheep; he sought help for their care. How sad when we do not advance our ministry but block the work by carelessness. The servant must make provision for others.

(1 Samuel 17:28) “When Eliab, David’s oldest brother, heard him speaking with the men, he burned with anger at him and asked, Why have you come down here? And with whom did you leave those few sheep in the wilderness? I know how conceited you are and how wicked your heart is; you came to watch the battle.”

Church of the New Vision

Greetings, in the name of our Lord and Savior 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 2025 is (2 Corinthians 2:14 KJV) “Now thanks be unto God, which always causes us to triumph in Christ and maketh manifest the savior of his knowledge by us in every place.”

Come Fellowship With Us: Sunday School for Adults and Youths begins at 9:30 a.m. Sunday morning worship service is at 11 a.m. All are welcome. Fasting, prayer and meditation is the last Wednesday of each month.

Daily Noon Day Prayer Line, from 12-12:30 p.m., Monday–Friday. Join us for Wednesday Night Bible Study and prayer; the Conference Line Number is 646-769-9900 and Access Code is 3099388#. Please mute your phone.

Worship Message: “Faith, Hope and Love”

Scripture Lesson: (Corinthians 13:13 NIV) “And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love.” (John 3:16; 1 John 4:7; Matthew 22:36 & 37; John 13:34; 1 Corinthians 13:4-7)

Save the Dates

Saturday, October 18 – Join us for our “In the Potter’s Hand” one day Women’s Fellowship Conference from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Enjoy an afternoon of Christian fellowship, workshops and lunch. This event is open to all women committed to deepening their trust in the potter as he molds us to his likeness.

Church of God’s Children

Located at 127 Dreiser Loop (patio level) and Bishops Angelo & Nancy Rosario invite you with open arms to visit our church or one of the many houses of worship in Co-op City.

COGC Schedule

Sunday: Worship in English at 10 a.m.

Worship in Spanish at 12 p.m.; Bible studies in Spanish at 10:30 a.m., Bible studies in English at 12 p.m.

Wednesday Bible Studies on Zoom and Facebook, 7:30 p.m.

Thursday Intercessory prayer, 8 p.m.; Friday, 10/24, Baptism service, 7 p.m.

Biblical Counseling by appointment.

Today’s Thought: The Work of the Holy Spirit—Helper “And I will ask the Father, and He will give you another Helper (Comforter, Advocate, Intercessor—Counselor, Strengthener, Standby), to be with you forever—the Spirit of Truth, whom the world cannot receive [and take to its heart] because it does not see Him or know Him, but you know Him because He (the Holy Spirit) remains with you continually and will be in you...” John 14:16-17 (AMP)

The Holy Spirit is our ‘Helper’ in our everyday life. He is our Comforter: He comforts us when we feel dismayed–when we feel lonely, hurt or grieved. He encourages us and lifts us up. He gives us hope to press on and not give up. He is our Advocate: He will stick up for us and fight for us. He intercedes on our behalf. He gives us a voice! He is our Counsellor: He instructs us when we are unsure and shows us the way in which we should walk. He is our Strengthener: He strengthens us in our times of weakness and frailty. It’s in our weakest moments that His strength is enabled. He is our Standby: He is ever present with us and ready to intervene when needed. These are the ways in which the Holy Spirit helps us. There is a wellspring of scripture within us, which we are unaware of. The Holy Spirit has stored it there as we have read His Word, so when needed, He can reach down and draw it up to the surface so that we can stand firm in the truth of God’s Word. God Bless you. Peace to our nation. Email: cogcministries@aol.com; Call 718-790-9120.

Bishop Nancy Rosario

Eliab had been rejected by God when David was anointed by Samuel, but now Eliab rejects David. In service, we can expect rejection, mockery, and even jealousy. Keep serving. Jesus experienced it, and so did David, Joseph, Gideon, Moses, and many other faithful servants. God will vindicate you!

Schedule (147 Dreiser Loop)

First Sunday of the month, Bilingual Communion Service at 10:30 a.m.

Sunday: Spanish Service at 9:30 a.m. & English Service at 11:30 a.m.

Tuesday: Prayer at 10 a.m.

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

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

Friday: Spanish Bible Study at 12 p.m. & Youth Service, 6:30-9 p.m.

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

Young Adults, third Saturday, 12-3 p.m. Men’s Fellowship, fourth Saturday, 12-3 p.m. Blessings in Christ, ––Pastor Luis F. Ramos Jr.

To RSVP and for more information, please contact Sis. Loretta Scott at 718671-2623.

Saturday, November 8 – Church of the New Vision hosting Amen Ministries Health event with mammogram van at the church location. Call for an appointment at 917-960-1355. This is a free event available to those who have not had a mammogram in the past 12 months.

Sunday, November 16 – The regular church service will be at 11 a.m. In honor of the 53rd Church Anniversary, we ask all to donate $53. The special afternoon Church of the New Vision’s 53rd Anniversary Celebration Service will begin at 3:30 p.m. with guest speaker, Pastor Rodney Primus of Pisgah Gospel Ministries. Dinner will be served following the service. The community is welcome.

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

Please mail contributions, tithes and offerings to: Church of New Vision, P.O. Box 75-3037, Einstein Station, Bronx, New York 10475.

––Brenda Brown

Traditional Synagogue of Co-op City

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, or mail to the Traditional Synagogue located in Section 5, 120 Erdman Place in the rear lobby of 27B.

The synagogue has services on Saturday morning starting at 10 a.m. After service, we serve a hot/cold kiddush meal. Entrance to our synagogue for Saturday services is on the side door of Building 27B.

General Information: The Traditional Synagogue is located in Section 5, 120 Erdman Place, in the rear lobby of 27B. It is on the ground floor and is handicap accessible, no steps. Phone #: 718-379-6920. Office hours are Thursday and Sunday from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. Please call the office before you attempt to come over. If no one is in the office, please leave a message.

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, October 11, at 7:13 p.m.

Candle lighting for Friday, October 17, at 5:52 p.m.

Good and Welfare: The congregation welcomes donations in honor or memory of a loved one. Any amount is greatly appreciated. For information about the congregation and its services, please call 646-285-1206.

To all Members: Happy birthday to all our members who will be celebrating their birthday in October. Please send me your name and I will add it to the list.

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

––Bruce Gitelson

Throwing garbage/objects from apartment windows is UNLAWFUL, DANGEROUS and could cause you to receive a community complaint and fine.

Pentecostal Tabernacle

100 Co-op City Blvd., Building 22A.

Mailing address: P.O. Box 204, Bronx, NY 10475.

Sunday: Morning worship service is from 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

Wednesday: Morning prayer and fasting services are from 11a.m.-1p.m.

Bible Study and prayer meeting at 7:30 p.m. every Wednesday evening.

Friday: Worship service will be held at 7:30 p.m.

You are welcome to join us in worship.

To join, call 646-931-3860; ID: 85748454513; Code: 850684#.

Focus: The Ministry of Teaching (Matthew 28:19-20)

To be a disciple of Christ involves obedience to Jesus’s commands, baptism and willingness to submit to Christ’s teaching. Teaching is a ministry that focus on helping others to act like Jesus.

God gave the church the responsibility to disciple all nations through the ministry of teaching. Romans 12:7, “we should wait on our ministry or he that teaches, on teaching.”

Acts 8:5-8, “Phillip went down to Samaria and preach Christ unto them. And the people with one accord gave heed unto those things which Phillip Spake, hearing and seeing the miracles which he did. For unclean spirits, crying with loud voice, came out of many that were possessed with them, and many taken with palsies, and that were lame, were healed. And there was great joy in that city.”

Acts 8:25-36, “And they, when they had testified and preached the word of the Lord, returned to Jerusalem, and preached the gospel in many villages of the Samarians. And the angel of the Lord Spake unto Philip, saying arise, and go toward the south unto the way that goeth down from Jerusalem unto Gaza which is desert. And he arose and went, and behold, a man of Ethiopia, and eunuch of great authority under Candace queen of the Ethiopians who had the charge of all her treasures and had come to Jerusalem for to worship. Was returning and sitting in his chariot read Esaiah the prophet. And the spirit said unto Philip, go near and join thyself to this chariot. And Philip ran thither to him and heard him read the prophet Esaiah, and said understandest what thou readest? And he said how can I except some man should guide me? and he desired Philip to come up and sit with him. The place of the scripture that he read was this, he was led as a sheep to the slaughter and as lamb dumb before his shearer, so he opened not his mouth. In his humiliation his judgement was taken away, and who shall declare his generation? For his life is taken from the earth, and the eunuch answered and said I prayed thee of whom Spaeth this of himself or of some other man? And Philip opened his mouth and began at the same scripture, and preach unto Jesus, And as they went on their way they came unto a certain water, and the eunuch said see here is water what doeth hinder me from been baptized?”

In this chapter we see how after Phillip preached and teached the gospel message in Samaria the angel directed him to the man of Ethiopia.

––Rev.

R. Sibblies

Co-op City United Methodist Church/ IEMU de Co-op City

Open Doors, Open Hearts, and Open Minds. Come and Visit Us – We are a multi-ethnic and bilingual, Bible-centered congregation with spirit-filled worship. Services are held in person at 2350 Palmer Avenue, across from Building 30. Parking is available. You can also participate with us via Zoom (904 4685745) or Facebook Live (UMC Coop City). –Pastor, Rev. Sara Girón-Ortiz

“Lord, listen! Lord, forgive! Lord, hear and act! For your sake, my God, do not delay, because your city and your people bear your Name.” —Daniel 9:19 (NIV)

Daniel 9:19 is an urgent cry for God’s mercy—rooted in repentance, trust in God’s promises, and a longing for His glory. This verse concludes a fervent prayer of confession offered on behalf of God’s rebellious people, recorded in Daniel 9:1–19.

In verses 1–2, Daniel recognizes that the seventy years of exile prophesied by Jeremiah are ending. But instead of celebrating or demanding restoration, he turns to God with fasting, sackcloth, and ashes (v. 3), confessing Israel’s sins with deep humility.

He acknowledges that God is righteous, merciful, and faithful to His covenant, while Israel has rebelled, ignored the prophets, and broken God’s commandments (vv. 4–11). Daniel does not minimize the consequences—he affirms that the desolation of Jerusalem is just (vv. 12–14).

Yet, in verses 17–19, Daniel shifts from confession to bold petition. He pleads with God to restore the sanctuary, to turn His face toward the desolate city, and ultimately to act—not because Israel deserves it, but “for Your own sake.”

In times like ours, Daniel’s urgent cry still resonates. We too must ask God to listen, forgive, hear, and act—to restore what is broken in our hearts, churches, communities, and nation.

Daniel’s prayer serves as a powerful model of intercessory prayer, offering a framework for responding to the crisis and brokenness we see in our world. His example reminds us that one of the most faith-filled things we can do is to pray God’s promises back to Him, basing our petitions not on our worthiness, but on His faithfulness and grace.

When we witness pain, injustice, and rebellion towards God, may we follow Daniel’s example—appealing to God’s mercy with humility, repentance, and boldness. Let us trust that God is in control and working on a scale far greater than we can see.

Come and Receive a Blessing: All are Welcome!

Theme for 2025: “God’s Love in Action with Joy and Thanksgiving”

Grief Share resumes in Rm. 43, in the Einstein Community Center

Tuesday at 1 p.m. for newcomers.

Wednesday at 3:30 p.m. for continuation.

Bible Study on Wed. at 7 p.m. via Zoom: 904-468-5745. Book: Esther Thursdays: Pantry and in-person Prayer Meeting at 11 a.m. Upcoming Events – Save The Dates

October: Pastor’s Appreciation Month

Today, October 11: Hoedown Fundraiser for Grief Share at Co-op City UMC from 3-7 p.m.

Sunday, October 12: Escuela Dominical at 11:15 a.m.

English Service at 11:15 a.m.

Servicio en Español at 12:30 p.m.

––G. Abadia

Reminder –

Feeding Animals

Shareholders are reminded that it is a violation of your lease to place food out for animals to eat. A Community Complaint forlittering may be issued 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 that can be a threat to residents.

Feeding wildlife, such as geese, also tends to change the migration pattern of these animals as they end up not flying south for the winter. This was the case several winters ago in the New York area where many geese were found starved to death when they did not fly south for the winter and their normal food source was c overed by deep snow. 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.

JASA Co-op City NORC Program Invites You for These In-Person & Virtual Activities

JASA Bartow OAC Excursion Trip to Wind Creek Shopping Mall and Casino on Saturday, Dec. 6. Cost: $70 per person and $30 deposit required to sign up. Must pay at the Bartow Center only.

Bartow OAC Trip to Sight & Sound to see “Joshua” on Thursday, March 19, 2026. Lunch at the Amish all-you-caneat Shady Maple. Cost: $230; $50 deposit is required to sign up, and payments can be made at the Bartow OAC only.

In-Person Computer Class on Wednesdays from 4-5 p.m. at the Bartow NORC office.

JASA Bartow OAC Food Shopping Trips for Oct. 2025

– Stew Leonard: 10/15, $6. Trader Joe’s: 10/17, $6. Amazing Saving/ShopRite: 10/21, $6. Wegmans: 10/22, $12. Walmart, NJ: 10/28, $12. Ikea, NJ: 10/29, $12. Costco: 10/31, $6.

JASA Bartow OAC Annual Health & Resource Fair –Sat., Nov. 1, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Dreiser Aud., 177 Dreiser Loop, Bronx, NY 10475. The event is free.

JASA Einstein OAC/Baptist Church Knit & Crochet – Oct. 16, 12-2 p.m. Cost: $7.

Caringkind: The Heart of Alzheimer’s Caregiving Rep. will be in the Bartow main office every third Mon. of the month, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. for Alzheimer & Dementia Consul -

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.

BARTOW CENTER CLOSED

Walk w/Odessa, 10-11 a.m.

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

Smart/phone & Tablet Class w/Julesa, 1:45-2:45 p.m.

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

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

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

Visual Arts w/Laura, 10 a.m.12 p.m.

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

Card Games w/Frankie, 3:304:30 p.m.

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

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

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

tation/Health Care Proxy & Power of Attorney Consultation and other services. Please call 646-744-2921 for an appt. Technology Class – Thurs., 6:30-7:30 p.m. Dial in number: 929-205-6099; Meeting ID: 862 5043 9695; Passcode: 896989.

Line Dance with Bartow Swingers – Wed. & Fri., 12-1 p.m., 177 Dreiser Loop, Aud. A.

Notary JASA NORC Office – Weds. & Thurs., 10 a.m.1 p.m. Call 718-320-2066 for an appt.

Notary Dreiser OAC – Weds., 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Rm. 7. Call 718-320-1345 for an appt.

Fee for lunch is $2.00 & $5.00 for guest ALL meals served w/margarine and fresh milk Menu subject to change without notice. Bartow Center (929) 399-1394

Dreiser Center (718) 320-1345 Einstein Center (718) 671-5161

LUNCH & DINNER MENUS

Alternate Kosher Meals are available

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

Line Dance, 10:30-11:30 a.m.

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

Ageless Facials & Self Care, 1-3 p.m. (Appt. only)

Movie w/ Dennis: “Primal Fear,” 1-3 p.m.

Never Too Old to Learn Spanish, 10-11 a.m.

Bridge to Care Arthritis Exercise w/ Damion, 11 a.m.-12 p.m., Rm. 45

Technology Lab w/ Steve, 1-2 p.m.

Stretch & Tone w/Ola, 10 a.m.-11 a.m.

Bodies In Motion w/Ola, 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Board Games, 1 p.m.-2 p.m.

Computers & Smart Phones w/Pastor

Mike, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

Visual Arts, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

Salsa Dancing w/George, 11 a.m. -12 p.m.

“Circle of Grace” Fashion Show & luncheon, 12-2 p.m.

Fit for Life Exercise w/Gail, 1-2 p.m.

Crochet & knitting w/Sarah, 2-4 p.m.

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

Visit to Bronx Game Center, 9:45 a.m.-3 p.m.

Weekend Recap Discussion, 9-10 a.m.

Stay Well Exercise w/Denise, 10-11 a.m., Rm. 2

Leisure TV, 11 a.m.-12 p.m

Chair Yoga Class w/Charles, virtual, 10 a.m.-11 a.m. (Twice a month)

Yoga Class w/Adira, 1:15-2:15 p.m., Rm. 2

Current Events, 10 a.m.-11 a.m.

Art w/ Gerry, 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Dreiser OAC Town Hall, 1-2 p.m., Rm. 4

Leisure Games w/Clara, 1-3:30 p.m., Rm, 2

Zumba w/Ola, 1-2 p.m.

Tai Chi w/Jimmy, 2-3 p.m., Aud. A Computer & Tablet Class w/Ralph 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. (Virtual)

Trip; Union Square Greenmarket, 10 a.m.4 p.m.

Leisure TV, 10-11 a.m.

Arthritis Exercise w/Damion, 11 a.m.-12 p.m., Aud. A

Technology Class w/Steve, 1:15-2:15 p.m. Drama Club w/Gys, 1:30-3:30 p.m., Rm. 4

Trip: Katz Deli, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Cardio Exercise w/Gail, 11 a.m.12 p.m., Aud. A

Body in Motion w/Ola, 1-2 p.m., Aud. A

Leisure games w/Clara, 2-4 p.m., Rm. 2

Walmart (Monroe, NY), 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

LUNCH : KOSHER: Baked fish w/ Garlic Sauce, Cous Cous w/ Peas & lemon, Steam Carrots; NON KOSHER: BBQ chicken leg quarters, Baked Mac & Cheese, Steamed Cabbage

DINNER: BARTOW ONLY

KOSHER: No Dinner Served; NON KOSHER: No Dinner Served

LUNCH: KOSHER: Veggie Chicken Cacciatore, Spaghetti, Sautéed String Beans; NON KOSHER: Spanish style chicken, white rice, California Blend Vegetables

DINNER: BARTOW ONLY

KOSHER: Beef of pot Roast w/Mashed Potatoes & Green Beans; NON-KOSHER: Baked Asian Style Honey Chicken w/ Pasta & Steam Cabbage

LUNCH: KOSHER: Eggplant Chickpea Tagine, Egg Barley, Vegetable Mix; NON-KOSHER: Plant based, no cheese Spring Vegetables, Lasagna, Sautéed Green Beans w Onions

DINNER: BARTOW ONLY

KOSHER: Lentil & Bean Chili w/Brown Rice & Steam Capri Blend Vegetables NONKOSHER: BBQ Pork Ribs w/ White Rice & California Blend Vegetable

LUNCH: KOSHER: Dairy Free Baked Ziti w/ Beef, Capri Blend Vegetables NON- KOSHER: Baked fish w Mushrooms & Peppers, Cous Cous, Cauliflower w Carrots & Parsley

DINNER: BARTOW ONLY

KOSHER: Grilled Chicken w/ Baked Red Potato w/ Yellow squash; NON-KOSHER: Lentil Stew w/ Carrots & Turnips, White Rice & Steam Cauliflower

Trip: Lunch at City Island Coloring for Calmness, 9:30-10:30 a.m.

Sewing Class w/ Joy , 9-11 a.m., Rm. 2

Coney Island Beach/Boardwalk, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

Su Casa Art w/Tijay, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

Sewing Class w/Joy, 9-11 a.m., Rm. 2

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

Alert & Alive w/ Cathy & Essie, 10-11 a.m., Rm.4

LUNCH: KOSHER: Baked chicken Quarters, Apple Noodle Kugel, Roasted Zucchini; NON-KOSHER: Grilled Caribbean Chicken Breast, Pasta, Cabbage Carrot Slaw

Line Dance w/ Cynthia, 12:301:45 p.m.

Drama Club w/Dazee Windley

2 p.m.-4:30 p.m., in Bartow OAC, Rm. 31

Drama Club w/Dazee Windley, 2-4:30 p.m., Bartow OAC, Rm. 31

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

Intergenerational Arts & Crafts w/Denise, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

Salsa with Rasheem,10 a.m.11 a.m., Dreiser, 2nd floor Word Games, 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.

Bingo on Satur days, 1:30-3:30 p.m. in the back of JASA NORC Of fice

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

Knitting /Crocheting w/Loretta 10-12 p.m.

Blood Pressure Screening, 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m.

Health & Wellness 2.0 – Celebrating Each Other, 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Let’s Get It on Zumba, 1-2 p.m.

Let’s Get It on Zumba, 1 p.m.-2 p.m.

Knitting & Crocheting w/Loretta , 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

DINNER: BARTOW ONLY

Alert & Alive w/Cathy & Essie, 10-11 a.m., Rm. 4

Line Dance w/Sassy, 11 a.m.-12 p.m., Aud. A Bingo, 1-2:50 p.m.

Line Dance w/ Sassy , 11 a.m.12 p.m., Aud. A Bingo , 1-2:50 p.m., Rm. 2

Menu fee for lunch is $2 & $5 for guest. ALL meals served with 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 can be made where noted, Mon.–Fri., 9 a.m.-12 p.m. and 2-4 p.m. only.

Funded by: The NYC Department for the Aging, the NYS Office for the Aging and Riverbay Corporation

Must be 60 or older to become a JASA participant.

KOSHER: BBQ chicken w/ Brown Rice & Steamed Carrots NON-KOSHER: Chickpea & Kale Stir-Fry w/ Brown Rice & Cauliflower w/ Carrots & Parsley

Saturday: Lunch served at 12:30 p.m. until finished: BARTOW ONLY

KOSHER: Moroccan Salmon w/ Cous Cous & Steamed Yellow Squash; NONKOSHER: Oven fried Chicken w/ Macaroni & Cheese w/ Steamed Collard Greens

Co-op City Baptist Church

Rev. Dr. Sheldon E. Williams and the Co-op City Baptist Church family invite you to join us for Worship Service tomorrow at 8 a.m., in-person only, and at 11a.m., in-person and on Zoom or YouTube. Sunday School classes for all ages will be held at 9:30 a.m. We are located at 135 Einstein Loop, Rm. 50 (lower level), Bronx, NY 10475. Telephone: 718-320-3774. Email: ccbc135@ optimum.net or coopcitybc@gmail.com. Website: www.coopcitybaptistchurch. org. Masks are optional.

Zoom information: https://us04web.zoom.us/j/9623430102 or Zoom Telephone Conference Line: 646-568-7788; Meeting ID: 962 343 0102#; Password: 788175#. Or, go to YouTube and search for Co-op City Baptist Church.

The church’s free conference call line dial-in number is 857-357-0254; Access Code is 660065#.

This week’s events: Wednesday Bible Study Classes at 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. on Zoom. Friday Mid-Morning Prayer Service at 10 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. Friday Evening Prayer Service are on the church conference call line.

Our next Food Giveaway will be distributed on Friday, October 24, from 2-5 p.m., at 135 Einstein Loop. Please remember to bring your own bag, and perhaps a cart.

The Scholarship Ministry will be cruising Alaska on the beautiful Holland America Eurodam ship. They invite you to sail with them on July 18-25, 2026. The following prices include cost of cruise, airfare, taxes and transfers. Inside stateroom: $3,235; Oceanview stateroom: $3,533; Balcony stateroom: $4,171. All prices are per person, double occupancy. A deposit of $400 per person for double occupancy or $800 for single occupancy must be made no later than Sunday, November 2. Final payment is due by March 29, 2026. You may choose to use a credit card to make your initial deposit and pay insurance costs (We highly recommend you buy insurance protection). To make your deposit using a credit card, contact Hermena Smith, travel agent, at 646-780-9813. If paying by check, contact Sis. Claudette Cutlar Day at 718-379-0541 or Sis. Brenda Robinson at 718-671-1271. All future payments must be made by check or money order payable to Co-op City Baptist Church.

“GOD is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.” Psalm 46:1

The Co-op City Baptist Church exists to glorify God and to establish a living community of people who follow the teachings of Jesus the Christ through worship, prayer, Bible Study and fellowship. We seek to meet the spiritual and physical needs of the Church through ministry.

Marilyn

C. Williams

Community Protestant Church

Rev. Dr. Calvin E. Owens and the Community Protestant Church family welcome you to worship with us. We are located at 2053 Asch Loop, Bronx, NY 10475. You may contact us by phone: 718-862-9172, fax: 718-671-4416, or email: Administration@thecpcchurch.org.

Worship Schedule

In-person Sunday Morning Worship at 11 a.m.; Adult Sunday School at 9:15 a.m.

Every Wednesday – “Hour of Power Noon Day Prayer” at 12 p.m. on the conference call line: 712-432-3900; Access code: 343284#.

Every Wednesday – 6:45 p.m. Bible Study online via Zoom. Log in on Zoom. com or dial One Tap Mobile: 929-205-6099, 838-454-0093 or 646-931-3860. Meeting ID: 886 1355 3980.

Save the Date

October 18 – 11a.m.: Financial Protection & Estate Planning Seminar

October 26 – 11 a.m.: Missionary Anniversary with Rev. Audrey Jones

3 p.m.: Nurses’ Ministry Anniversary with Rev. Tyrone Richardson

November 2 – Celebrating Rev. Dr. Calvin E. Owens’ 49th Pastoral Anniversary, 11 a.m.: Rev. Carl Washington III, Pilgrim Baptist Church, Nyack, NY

3 p.m.: Rev. Dr. Theresa Lloyd, White Rock Baptist Church, Harlem, NY

We’ve come to praise the Lord! Deacon Samuel Wilson Jr., set the tone for worship. Deacon James Tidball invited God’s presence and Spirit in then read Acts 4:1-10. The CPC Choir lifted their voices and sang of His goodness before Pastor Owens preached “Costumes, Masks and Disguises,” Matthew 7:16, 21 He said God knows you and will reveal what’s under your mask. Let the will of God be in your heart. Rev. Karen Scott, our newest family member, led Altar Call. Pastor also welcomed Sister Carol Cooper Baucicot, Sister Cheryl MitchellHicks and Sister Shanae Walton as they received the Right Hand Fellowship and Certificate of Membership. God is so good!

Thank you for your fellowship. Are you looking for a church home? Are you looking to feel connected? Whether you have a lot to bring or just a little, when we put it into the hands of a big God, He can do far more than we could ever ask, think, or imagine. We welcome you to come hear the good news of Jesus and experience all the new possibilities at Community Protestant, a church of love and understanding. The Adult Sunday School lesson for this week: God Protects. Can God use non-believers for His purpose?

Our sincere and heartfelt condolences are extended to Sister Lorna Riddock and family on the passing of her mother-in-law, Mrs. Barbara Riddock, and to all who are in a season of mourning. To our sick and homebound members, please know your presence is missed and we are praying for your healing. We send our best Happy Birthday wishes to Senior Usher, Sister Rosalind McKoy, Dorcas Ministry prayer shawl recipient and everyone celebrating their special day this month.

“And shewing mercy unto thousands of them that love me, and keep my commandments” Exodus 20:6

Lexa M. Mingo

Greater Love Refuge Ministries

“And you shall know the truth, and the truth will make you free.” John 8:32 Spiritual Food for Thought: Be strong in the Lord and in the power of His might. Resist the lying spirit that has been released over the land. Declare that truth will prevail, and every lie will be defeated.

Greater Love Refuge Ministries, Inc., is a non-denominational, multi-generational, teaching, preaching, faith and Bible-way church conveniently located at 900 Co-op City Blvd. (Bldg. 2A), on the ground level, Bronx, NY 10475; enter by way of the main entrance or the portico. Bishop Boyce Landrum is the Overseer and Senior Pastor. We invite you to join us for Sunday morning worship service beginning at 11:30 a.m. At Greater Love, you’ll find a supportive and friendly atmosphere; come as you are—no expectations, just a warm welcome. Holy Communion is served every first Sunday. On October 19, we will acknowledge Breast Cancer Survivors during our morning worship service. Presiding Elder Carol Landrum will bring a special message about God’s Healing power. Please save the date, join us and bring your testimony declaring God’s faithfulness in difficult times.

Sunday Morning Bible Study/School is held each week at 10:15 a.m. All are invited to participate in this powerful, multi-generational and interactive teaching. The Scripture Text for tomorrow’s session is Jeremiah 7:1-8, Topic: “Religious Hypocrisy.” You do not have to be a member of Greater Love to attend these sessions.

Our Bible Study series: Women of the Bible, hosted by Minister Alecia Benjamin, resumes on Wednesday evening, October 15, from 7:30 p.m. (sharp) to 9 p.m. The class is virtual on Zoom. The Meeting number is 590 697 1593 & call in number is 1-929-205-6099. The class is open to everyone; even men of all ages who want to learn more about the in-depth background of the Sheroes of Faith. Come prepared with a Bible, pen, and paper.

Need Prayer? We invite you to call in to our weekly Prayer Line every Wednesday afternoon at 12:30-1 p.m. and Thursday evening beginning at 8 p.m. You are welcome to listen quietly, bring a testimony of praise, a Scripture reading, a song or a specific prayer request. The call-in number is 351-999-3024; no access code required. As a general courtesy, please mute your phone upon entry and when not speaking.

Grace & Peace,

Presiding Elder Carol Landrum

Newsong Church

The Power and Presence of the Holy Spirit

“But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law.” –Galatians 5:22-23

The Holy Spirit is God’s presence living within every believer. Jesus promised that after His resurrection, the Father would send the Holy Spirit to guide, comfort, and empower His followers (John 14:16-17). That promise was fulfilled at Pentecost when the Spirit filled the disciples and transformed their lives.

The Holy Spirit is not just a force or a feeling. He is a divine person who convicts us of sin, leads us into truth, and helps us grow in godly character. Through Him, we receive gifts that strengthen the church and build God’s kingdom.

Each day, let us invite the Holy Spirit to lead, fill, and empower us to live for God’s glory.

Join us next Sunday as we encounter the living presence of God, grow in faith, and discover how the Holy Spirit can change your life from the inside out.

About Us – Newsong Church is a life-giving church right here in Co-op City! We believe that every person can know God, find freedom, discover their purpose, and make a difference in this world! No matter what you’ve 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. Check us out we’re located at 135 Einstein Loop!

Sunday Worship Experience – Every Sunday at 11 a.m. 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.” We sing to bring glory and honor to God and celebrate who He is and what He’s doing in our church!

Newsong Deaf Church, Rm. 35 – Our deaf worship experience is in ASL so that our deaf and hearing impaired can worship and fellowship in their own language!

Kidsong, Rm. 49 – We’ve created a place where children can have fun and learn about Jesus on their own level!

Against The Flow – Every Friday at 6:30 p.m., Rm. 42. ATF 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 ATF, our goal is to graduate students into a lifetime of following Jesus.

So, what are you waiting for? There’s a God in heaven who loves you and has a purpose and plan for your life! Do you live outside of Section 5? Remember, a church alive is worth the drive! Come and find hope. Come and find healing. Come and find freedom.

Mailing Address: 135 Einstein Loop, Rm. 42

Phone: 917-342-2559

Email: CentralTeam@newsongchurchnyc.org

Prayer Request Line: Text “Prayer” to 877-899-7323

Website: www.newsongchurchnyc.org

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Pastor Mike Tolone