The Bronx Journal/February 2001 E N T E RTA I N M E N T A 11 Just lighting positive contributions made by Bronx nets channels (67-70) seen in over years and considers himself “a fanatical, African-American men to the communities, 269 million Bronx homes. ardent, avid, advocate of public access won the prize for Best Talk Show. The pro- Carney said “Whenever you do a live pro- especially in the Bronx.” Awards gram is produced and hosted by Denise duction there are lots of things that go Franklin who introduced Barbara Morgan. “Poder Para Vencer,” a bilingual wrong, our job is to make sure that the peo- Streisand, Bill Cosby, Eddie Murphy, Bruce Bronx ceremony celebrates self -development series produced by Isaac ple in the audience and at home don’t see Springsteen, Michael Jackson and Bette Tirado and designed to improve viewers’ the problems.” He added, “there were only Midler to audiences said he is proudest of the best locally lives through bilingual instruction, won for a couple of bumps in the road but we did those years as master of ceremonies for the televised shows Best Studio Series. well.” BETAs. “Church Alive,” a holistic talk show Carney also spoke of Franklin saying “Joe At the end of the ceremony, Carney pre- focusing on political, economic, social and is a legend, he was the main stay of sented Franklin with a clock in appreciation ILEANA FERRERAS spiritual issues relevant to the Bronx com- overnight television before Johnny Carson for his dedication to the BETAs. Honored, Bronx Journal Staff Reporter munity won for Best Educational, and “In was around.” Franklin replied “In all my years and of all the Neighborhood,” highlighting games and Joe Franklin, a native of the Bronx, has the gifts I have received, this is without a he religious music program other recreational activities in the Bronx worked in the television business for 44 doubt the most recent.” “Gospel Today” was the evening’s won for Best Community Service. big winner at the fifth annual The Millennium BETAAwards were ded- Bronx Excellence in Television A c c e s s icated to Jean Brooks and Keith Copeland, (BETA) awards, held at Lehman College’s two Bronx net directors who died of cancer YOUR HOROSCOPE FOR THE MONTH Lovinger Theater on Oct. 26. earlier this year. Bronx musician Dave Hosted by T V legend and WOR and Valentin played his flute in their honor, WBBR radio personality, Joe Franklin, the which was followed by a 10-minute video BETA awards were taped before a live audi- presentation highlighting Copeland and Jan. 20 -Feb. 18 May 21-June 20 Aug, 23 -Sept. 22 Love To accom- Get very ence for the first time in the ceremony’s Brooks’ professional accomplishments and five-year history. The program is presented contributions to Bronx net programming. interests plish the busy turning may develop most, it is your home by Bronx.net, a cable-access station origi- The programs they produced, “Faith through work-related best to work with your into the place you really nating from Lehman College’s campus. Works” and “First Impressions” were inspi- events. Several local celebrities including Lynn rational to audiences. “First Impressions,” peers. want to live in. Your numbers: 11, 32, 34 Your numbers: 7, 26, 48 Your numbers: 2, 40, 45 Brown of Fox 5 and Good Day NY, Glenis created by the late Copeland is currently Henriquez of radio talk show “Dialogo en produced by Kevin Pedengrast and contin- el Bronx,” Tony Aiello of WNBC- TV, ues to provide a venue for up-and-coming Feb. 19 -March 20 June 21-July 22 Oct. 23 -Nov. 21 Arlene Mukuko from the Bronx Borough artists to showcase their talent. The award Work quietly You will You need to P r e s i d e n t ’s office and musician Dave winners and presenters all expressed their behind the meet new do some Valentin, presented awards. Joe Franklin, pain and sadness at the loss. scenes and romantic soul-search- who has served as master of ceremonies for The Doo-Wop sounds of the 1960s vocal refrain from pushing your partners while on ing and make adjustments the past five years, once again charmed the group the Darlettes graced the evening as beliefs on others. vacation. to your attitude. audience with his wit. they sang a few oldies and a new song Your numbers: 4, 27, 28 Your numbers: 9, 20, 44 Of the 28 nominees, 11 were awarded called “Bronx net is the Place to be,” writ- Your numbers: 1, 25, 49 with BETAs in 14 categories. “Gospel ten by their manager Arthur Crier. Today,” a gospel program produced and The evening’s winners were determined July 23 -Aug. 22 Nov. 22 -Dec. 21 hosted by Michael Ashton, showcasing March 21-April 19 by a panel of 10 judges including Joe Glus Your ability Self-realiza- Don’t let church talent in the metropolitan area, won of Bronx News 12 and Patricio Lerzundi, to converse tion and cre- jealousy lead for Best Inspirational, Best Music, Best Editor-in-Chief of The Bronx Journal, who with knowl- ative projects to an Entertainment /Variety Show and Best also presented the awards for Best Youth edge and wit will attract can be satisfying and unpleasant situation with Religious Program. Upon receiving his Program and Best Foreign Language, intelligent individuals. enlightening. your loved one. third award, Ashton said, “This past year, respectively. Your numbers: 5, 25, 39 Your numbers: 11, 18, 23 Your numbers: 1, 13, 22 has been rough, I wanted to give up so After the awards ceremony, Jim Carney many times, and now I am glad I didn’t.” expressed a great sense of pride at the The Men in my Life,” a talk show high- accomplishment of being broadcast live on April 20 -May 20 Sept. 23 -Oct. 22 Dec. 22 -Jan. 19 Romantic Don’t waste You need a encounters any more- change. Join CROSSWORD PUZZLE will be stress- time. Talk to groups that ful if you haven’t been your boss about will spark some completely honest. a promotion. enthusiasm in you 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 . Your numbers: 2, 17, 23 Your numbers: 6, 19, 27 Your numbers: 7, 14, 33

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