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BTR BRONX TIMES REPORTER, JUNE 19-25, 2015 7 (l-r) Delia McGee, granddaughter; Elizabeth, daughter; Mildred McGee, widow; Gibson, Greene; Kenneth Agosto, 36th Senate District special assistant; Assemblyman Keith Wright; Assemblyman Mike Blake; Judge Leland McGee and son pose at the street co-naming cer- emony. Photo courtesy of Elizabeth McGee Late judge honored at street naming ceremony BY STEVEN GOODSTEIN ters and the founder and chairman A street co-naming was recently of the Bronx Chapter of the African held to honor and commemorate the American Legal Defense and Educa- life of a late judge, founder and com- tion Fund, while playing active roles munity activist. within countless Bronx organizations On Saturday, June 13, Judge Han- such as the Martin Luther King, Jr. sel McGee was honored at a street co- Center for Nonviolence. naming ceremony at the corner of East As an advocate for children and 165th Street between Boston Road and their eduction, he was also responsi- Cauldwell Avenue. ble for co-founding the Harriet Tub- At the ceremony, Judge McGee, man Charter School with Cliff Frazier, who passed away in July 2002 at age 76, chair of the MLK Center for Nonvio- was honored for his tenure as the New lence, in 2000. The school, approach- York State Supreme Court Justice and ing its 15th academic year, teaches stu- co-founding of the Harriet Tubman dents kindergarden through eighth Charter School. grade. McGee was born on June 13, 1926 “Children receiving an education in Miami, Flordia, before his family was very important to my father - he relocated to Harlem when he was an wanted them to strive for a better life,” infant. said daughter Elizabeth, who started After his mother died and his fa- the Hansel and Mildred McGee Foun- ther abandoned him, he spent time dation with family members and with various relatives before moving friends, a program that offers college in with his sister in Morrisania in the scholarships to average Bronx high 1940s. school seniors going to college. “He Shortly after, he joined the US loved children, he loved people and he Navy, serving during World War II. did everything that he could to help McGee graduated from City College the community.” in 1952 with a Bachelor of Science in “One of the most beautiful things Chemistry while working full-time as a about Judge McGee is that he loved research chemist at the Manhattan VA the community and all of the people Hospital before he attended Polytech- within it,” said Frazier. “The man was nic Institute and earning a Master’s of so easy to love.” Science in Organic Chemistry in 1960. “The man was a very strong advo- While working as a research chem- cate for youth and he made it his mis- ist at IBM’s Yorktown Heights, Mc- sion to assist children and young stu- Gee began studying law at Brooklyn dents in the Bronx,” said Damyn Kelly, Law before being transferred to IBM’s executive director of the South East Washington D.C. Patent Law Offi ce so Bronx Neighborhood Center, Inc., who he could attend the George Washing- worked with the judge when he was the ton University Law School at night. He chair of SEBNC in the late 1980s and graduated in 1966. early 90s. “This street co-naming was In 1981, McGee was elected as a a reminder to everyone of how much judge to the New York Civil Court he was involved in the community and and began his term in 1982. A few how much he accomplished.” years later, he was appointed and then The street co-naming ceremony elected as a New York State Supreme was attended by Senator Ruth Hassell- Court Justice and served in that role Thompson, Deputy Borough President until 1996. Aurelia Greene and Councilwoman As a community activist, Judge Mc- Vanessa Gibson, as well as assembly Gee served as the board chairman of members and members of the McGee the South Bronx Neighborhood Cen- family. 8 BRONX TIMES REPORTER, JUNE 19-25, 2015 BTR Assisted Livingg Residencee
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BTR BRONX TIMES REPORTER, JUNE 19-25, 2015 11 LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Great to raise funds so that we can cans being unable to obtain billions more. Most federal continue to do the good things a US passport. Immigration grants require a 20% hard fundraiser that we do in this community. tells these people to just ask cash local share. In many All items raffl ed off were do- for their original birth certifi - cases, Uncle Sam accepted toll Founded in 1981 by Dear editor, nated to us for this purpose cate, but in the vast majority of credits instead of hard cash Michael Benedetto and The Pelham Parkway and we would like to thank states it is impossible to do so for the local share saving the John Collazzi Neighborhood Association’s the people who donated them because of archaic, inhumane MTA billions over time. CEO annual fundraiser dinner at to us. laws. However, it gets worse, a Washington faces $18 tril- Les Goodstein Maestro’s on Thursday, May We raffl ed two gift baskets whole lot worse. lion in long term debt and a PRESIDENT & PUBLISHER 28 was a great success. The PP- with creams and oils that were These same adopted peo- bankrupt Highway Trust fund Jennifer Goodstein NA’s dinner is a great chance donated by Colgate- Palmolive, ple who cannot obtain a pass- which provides most tran- BRONX TIMES PUBLISHER Laura Guerriero for the PPNA to show our ap- and two gift baskets fi lled with port, also are not considered sit dollars. Would your con- EDITOR preciation to members of our various goodies were donated actual US citizens because all gressmembers vote to raise John Collazzi neighborhood who we feel to us to raffl e by the Bronx Zoo they have is their amended the national gasoline sales tax ASSIGNMENT EDITOR have contributed to making and the Bronx Botanical Gar- birth certifi cate given to them which supports the Highway Patrick Rocchio the Pelham Parkway commu- den. Apple Bank also donated and their adoptive parents af- Trust Fund? REPORTERS nity a better place to live in. to us a little gift that all people ter they turned one, meaning Both the city and state and Steven Goodstein Rob Wirsing The event was well attended who attended received. In ad- they can’t vote, they could lose not Washington have short- Jaime Williams with well over 100 people in at- dition a beautiful HDTV was their jobs, and if they are un- changed the MTA by consis- ACCOUNT EXECUTIVES tendance. The event of course donated by Sonny Vataj. The aware of this they could be in tently decreased hard cash Leonard Vigliotti was well attended by our lo- PPNA would like to thank all big trouble trying to return to contributions by billions un- Donna Marzi cal politicians including Sena- these businesses and individ- the US after a nice weekend der past MTA Five Year Capi- PRODUCTION tor Jeff Klein, Assemblyman uals who donated these gifts vacation in say, Toronto. tal Plans. Billions more are Mauro DeLuca Mark Gjonaj, Councilman and would like to congratu- This effects both adopted still needed to make up for James Vacca, and Comptrol- late everyone who won them. people who were born abroad these cuts. Everyone insisted ler Scott Stringer. Steven Glosser and Louis and adopted by American par- that the MTA continue fi nanc- The PPNA was proud to G. Lutnick ents or adopted people who ing more of the capital pro- recognize three local busi- were born right here in the gram by borrowing. As a re- Parkway Neighborhood Subscribing Community Groups nesses for their contribution Association United States. sult, 17% or $2.2 billion of the • Throggs Neck Home Owners Association to the Pelham Parkway com- This regulation is ridicu- MTA budget goes for covering • Pelham Bay Taxpayers Community Assoc. munity. They were Michael lous and it needs to change debt service payments. • Schuyler Hill Civic Association Passport • Ferry Point Civic Association Orloff from the Pelham Park- now. I urge everyone to con- Governor Cuomo and the • Ferry Point Community Advocates way Vision Center, Silvia tact the President and tell him legislature made a token ef- • Chippewa Democratic Club denial • Throggs Neck Merchants Association Hunter from Estilio Classico to amend this so that all ad- fort of increasing contribu- • Bronx Chamber of Commerce Inc, and Altin Ostreni from Dear editor, opted Americans are recog- tions to the MTA Capital Pro- • Korony American Legion Post 253 Ostreni Barber Shop all lo- Most Americans are un- nized as US citizens, including gram. Same with Mayor de • Locust Point Civic Association • Spencer Estate Civic Association cated along Lydig Avenue. aware that tens of thousands those who were illegally ad- Blasio and the City Council. • Country Club Civic Association We felt these small and local of law abiding Americans are opted (such as from the Geor- Cuomo previously stated that • Waterbury/LaSalle Community Association businesses really contribute denied US passports and there- gia Tann scheme) and all law “the MTA’s proposed $32 bil- • Samuel Young American Legion Post 620 • Westchester Square/Zerega Improvement to the overall atmosphere of fore cannot travel abroad. Af- abiding Americans, including lion 2015 - 2019 Capital Plan is Organization our neighborhood and all give ter 9/11, Homeland Security all types of adopted people, bloated by billions.” Cuomo • Morris Park Community Association • Bronx Park East Neighborhood Assoc. back to Pelham Parkway in updated what is considered are able to obtain a passport never said which capital proj- • Van Nest Community Association a positive way. These are the valid documentation as proof if they can afford one. The ects he would delete to offset • Chester Civic Improvement Association type of businesses a commu- that you are an American. cost currently now of hiring the $14 billion shortfall. Many • Bronx Chamber of Commerce • Liberty Democratic Association nity needs to truly thrive and T h i s i nc lude s a for me r va l id an immigration lawyer to fi x future capital projects would Display Advertising Rates & Deadlines: A copy we would like to congratulate US passport (fi ve years for mi- all of this is in the thousands. benefi t NYC Transit subway of The Bronx Times Reporter Advertising Rates them and hope people in our nors, ten years for adults), an Nobody should have to pay a and bus, MTA bus and LIRR is available on request. Display deadline is the Friday prior to publication. Camera ready copy community will show their original birth certifi cate, a penny. riders. deadline is the Monday preceding publication. Classifi ed Deadlines: To place a Classifi ed Ad call support by patronizing them. certifi cate of citizenship, or a Megan DePerro MTA chairman Tom Pend- (718) 260-2555 or email classifi [email protected]. Deadline: 3 p.m. Tuesday prior to publication. In addition to those fi ne naturalization certifi cate. ergast was correct to testify at Legal Notice Deadlines: For Legal Advertis- individuals we also recog- Seven million Americans a recent NYC Council meeting ing call (718) 260-3977 or email dwilson@ MTA cnglocal.com. Deadline: 12 p.m. Monday prior nized some local offi cials who are from closed adoptions, to request more funding from to publication. Letters To The Editor: Readers are encouraged we felt really fi ght hard for our meaning they have no access NYC. The defi cit will result in to send us their viewpoints. Name and address shortchanged must be included, but will be withheld upon community. The offi cials hon- to their original birth certifi - the MTA having to make dif- request. Letters should be as brief as possible, ored were Councilman Ritchie cate. Of these seven million, Dear editor, fi cult choices in deciding how not exceeding 200 words. News Items: Readers are welcome to suggest Torres, who has a long history tens of thousands of them (if Federal support for trans- to prioritize the expenditures news items of interest. Call the Editorial Depart- m e n t a t (718) 742 -3393 o r e - m a i l t o b r o n x t i m e s @ of working with the PPNA not more) don’t have any of portation has remained con- of scarce resources. The con- cnglocal.com. Around Town: Announcements of birthdays, long before becoming a coun- the documentation considered sistent and growing. It has sequences will be deferral of weddings, anniversaries, etc. will gladly be published. All announcements must be mailed cilman and Tommy Messina, valid by Homeland Security actually increased over past many critical capital improve- to the Bronx Times Reporter 3604 East Tremont who is the representative for because they have amended decades. When a crises oc- ment projects into the next Avenue, Bronx, NY 10465, before the Friday preceding publication. No phone calls please. Congressman Joseph Crow- birth certifi cates fi led after curred, be it 9/11 in 2001 or 2020 - 2024 Capital Program. Community Calendar: Civic organizations, churches, synagogues and special interest groups ley, who represents our area of they turned one-year old. Hurricane Sandy in 2012, Riders can look forward to can have their special event dates announced free of charge. Mail should be addressed to Com- the Bronx. Homeland Security does Washington was there for us. additional service delays and munity Calendar and received no later than the Both men work tirelessly not recognize any amended Additional billions in fed- more fare increases beyond Friday preceding publication. Subscription Rates: Yearly subscriptions are to make sure the Pelham birth certifi cate fi led after eral assistance above and be- the next scheduled for 2017. $15.00; 2 years for $25.00, within Bronx county. Out of county subscriptions are $35.00 per year. Parkway community has its one year of age. Many chil- yond yearly formula alloca- It is time for both the city Change Of Address: Any problems or inquiries regarding a present subscription must be accom- voice heard, whether it’s in dren were not adopted un- tions were provided. In 2009, and state to bring real money pa n ied by t he m ai l i ng label f rom you r newspaper City Hall or even all the way til after their fi rst birthday the American Recovery and to the table. showing complete name, address and subscription number (top left corner). in Washington. The PPNA ap- or the adoptive parents were Reinvestment Act provided Larry Penner Copyright © 2015 by Bronx Times Reporter, Inc. All rights reserved. Neither this newspaper plauds their service and looks not informed by the adoption nor any part thereof may be reproduced, copied or transmitted in any form, electronic or mechanical, forward to continuing to fi ght agency that the infant’s adop- including photocopying, microfi lming, recording with them to make sure Pel- tion must be fi nalized before or by an information retrieval system without the express written permission of the publisher. ham Parkway has the best of they turn age 1. This copyright is extended to the design and LET US HEAR FROM YOU text created for advertisements. Reproduction the very best. This results in tens of thou- of said advertisement or any part thereof without the express written permission of Bronx Times The PPNA also had a raffl e sands of law abiding Ameri- Reporter, Inc. is strictly prohibited. 12 BRONX TIMES REPORTER, JUNE 19-25, 2015 BTR Bronx Business Expo set for Mall
BY JAIME WILLIAMS brought on by the new shop- The Bronx Chamber of ping center. Commerce is hosting a Busi- “We’re celebrating the 100 ness and Health Expo at the companies that have opened Mall at Bay Plaza on Tuesday, in the mall or in the Bronx June 30. this year,” said Caro. The free event, taking Local elected offi cials will place from 2 to 7 p.m., will gather at 5 p.m. to commemo- feature networking opportu- rate the new additions. nities, workshops and guest The mall has brought up- speakers. scale shopping to a borough While the annual event typ- where it was previously lack- ically takes place in a catering ing, said Caro. hall, chamber president Lenny “It’s what our Bronx resi- Caro said this year’s special dents needed,” he said. because it’s taking place in The expo is a way to cel- the mall, which makes it eas- ebrate that economic devel- ier for people to attend. opment as well as the numer- “We’re welcoming the pub- ous existing businesses in the lic to be a part of the great Bronx, creating a space for the things happening in the community to interact with Bronx,” said Caro. the businesses. The chamber’s event is “It will give great support the fi rst business expo to take and visibility to members of place in the Mall at Bay Plaza, the chamber,” said Caro. “It’s which was the fi rst enclosed another way to support local The Bronx Chamber of Commerce’s Business Expo in 2014 created opportunities for networking. File photo mall in New York City in 40 businesses.” years when it opened to great The event will include be on hand to answer ques- is about providing an oppor- are doing,” said Caro. “We’re fanfare last August. workshops about health and tions about health benefi ts for tunity for local businesses to showing off the pride of the In addition to highlighting fi nancial literacy. Visitors can seniors, as well as allow res- connect with the community. Bronx.” the chamber’s members and learn about health care pro- idents to learn if they are eli- “The chamber’s goal is to For more information, vendors in attendance, the viders, fi nancial services, and gible for any unclaimed funds promote Bronx businesses contact the Bronx Chamber expo will recognize the bor- other Bronx businesses, and held by the state. and let the community know of Commerce at (718) 828- ough’s economic development government agencies will also But ultimately, the expo the many great things they 3900.
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BTR BRONX TIMES REPORTER, JUNE 19-25, 2015 13 P.S. 304 dedicates fl ag-fi lled Liberty Lawn
BY PATRICK ROCCHIO the United States Capital. P.S. 3 0 4 students dedicated The lawn will be open to their Liberty Lawn on Flag Day community groups who would as a fi tting tribute to ‘old glory’ like to visit it, said Nobile. with rows of fl ags planted on Groups will be welcome to what had been a barren vacant visit the site by appointment lot next to the school. only until Saturday, July 4, and Students from every grade the Liberty Lawn may become in the school and classes from a community fi xture with fl ag two other schools that share plantings on future Memorial P.S. 304’s Throggs Neck cam- Days and Veterans Days. pus planted the fl ags in honor Attending the ceremony of those who serve in the were various members of the armed forces, fi rst responders community, local non-profi t and Americana. organizations and elected of- They held a star-spangled fi cials: Assemblyman Michael dedication of the Liberty Lawn Benedetto, Councilman James P.S. 304 students gather on Friday, June 12 on the Liberty Lawn with its rows of planted fl ags in honor of Amer- on Friday, June 12. Vacca, Theodore Korony ica and all those who have served their country. The students learned about the fl ag and what it represents. At the ceremony, P.S. 304 American Legion Post #253, Community News Group / Patrick Rocchio principal Joe Nobile indicated Throggs Neck Volunteer Am- that the project connected bulance Corps, Throggs Neck the children that when people rano and Community Board the former preformed a fl ag both patriotism and academic Merchants and Community all around the world see the 10 district manager Kenneth retirement ceremony, and the goals. Board 10. American fl ag, they think of Kearns, both representing the latter dressed as Uncle Sam. “Planting fl ags is not new, ” “I think very few schools freedom. board, spoke to the children. Special thanks were of- said Joe Nobile, P.S. 304 of the do something like this,” said John Cerini, treasurer of Marano told the children fered to the P.S. 304 custodial project, who added “We had Councilman Vacca. “The the Throggs Neck Merchants that they could now teach crew, who cared for and pre- this vacant property (next to Throggs Neck community has Association who was serv- their friends about the fl ag’s pared the grounds where the the school grounds), and the always been supportive of vet- ing as P.S. 304 “Principal for a meaning, while Kearns re- Liberty Lawn is located, even staff and I talked this over.” erans, and this is another indi- Day” told the children that this called the historical events though technically, it is not on The Liberty Lawn includes cation of how we can show that year’s Flag Day is the 238th an- that led to the writing of one school grounds. fl ags planted on a vacant par- we honor them always.” niversary of the U.S. Congress of the songs sung during the For more information on cel adjacent to the school and During his remarks, As- adopting the stars and stripes ceremony, The Star Spangled having a group visit the Lib- placards featuring lessons on semblyman Benedetto pointed as the national fl ag, way back Banner. erty Lawn, contact Mary Mu- bits of Americana like the Dec- out that it was the 99th celebra- in 1777. Judy Lanci and John Lanci tze at [email protected]. laration of Independence and tion of Flag Day, and he told Local activist John Ma- represented Korony Post #253: gov.
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BTR BRONX TIMES REPORTER, JUNE 19-25, 2015 15 Orchard Beach fi reworks set for June 25
BY PATRICK ROCCHIO “It is a fun-fi lled evening for all Bronxites,” said Doyle. The annual New York Sa- when family, friends and the New York Salutes America lutes America fi reworks show entire community comes to- is a free event that is open to the and promenade festival wiil be gether from across the city to public. It will include activities held in Orchard Beach, and all experience our great borough,” for children like balloon mak- are welcome to attend. Diaz added. “Everyone will ers, music, and magicians. Billed as the borough’s of- have a blast.” Every year there is also a fi cial kick-off to Independence Longtime attendee John ceremony at the stage at the Day celebrations, this year’s Marano said that he believes Orchard Beach Pavilion where event will take place on Thurs- the event brings together the Klein and Diaz address the day, June 25 at the ‘Bronx’s Riv- community. crowd. iera.’ “Speaking as a citizen of The extravaganza begins Over 10,000 people are ex- Throggs Neck, I think it is a at 6 p.m., with the eating con- pected to be in attendance, ac- great event and it brings com- test starting at 7:45 p.m. and the cording to event organizers. munity together, especially professional fi reworks show at Senator Jeff Klein and Bor- since it has been years now 9:20 p.m. ough President Ruben Diaz, Jr. that fi reworks are illegal,” he There are 20 spaces avail- host the event every year. said. “The kids today can actu- able for the eating contest, and “The annual Fourth of July ally see a beautiful display of anyone interested in taking fi reworks celebration marks a fi reworks in a safe manner.” part in this just-for-fun compe- special time for the Bronx com- John Doyle of the City Is- tition can either submit their munity - bringing together fam- land Civic Association, who names by e-mail to bkemraj@ ilies and children to commemo- has attended numerous New bronxbp.nyc.gov by Wednes- rate our nation’s independence York Salutes America fi re- day, June 24, or give their and enjoy the summer season,” works shows and festivals, said names to event coordinators at said Klein. that a great deal of work goes Orchard Beach before 6:30 p.m. This year’s event will fea- into the event. on the day of the celebration. ture an eating contest, with lo- New York Salutes America The participants in the fi rst- cal restaurants offering food, is a nice place to see friends and ever eating contest will be se- and prizes and giveaways. neighbors, and also serves as a lected at the beach prior to the Borough President Diaz gathering of community activ- contest. said “things will defi nitely be ists for networking, he said. Winners will receive a heating up with this years’ fi re- “It is also a showcase of the Bronx Prize Package, accord- work extravaganza and eating beauty of Orchard Beach, and ing to event coordinators. A free fi reworks display on Orchard Beach is part of New York Salutes contest.” that should be a source of pride America. File photo LEHMAN COLLEGE: Where Adults Succeed! CLASSES OFFERED DAY, EVENING, WEEKEND AND ONLINE
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BY PATRICK ROCCHIO incentives to emphasize preventative “This is one of the most exciting Ideas to change healthcare, leading quality care over quantity. times in health care,” he added, and to a more collaborative approach that “We feel that this is a transfor- said that the fee-for-service model for incentivizes quality over quantity, mation from volume to value,” said Medicaid, which accounts for 70% of should be put to the test in a St. Barn- Walsh. St. Barnabas’ business, is broken. abas Health System led effort that Examples of collaboration cited by Walsh believes that PPSs, which reaches out to the community for help. Walsh include working with mental are being started elsewhere in New The hospital will be leading a Per- health and substance abuse care cen- York State as a result of a deal with the forming Provider System. It will work ters to encourage patients to receive federal government to reduce costs, in collaboration with a consortium preventive health care. could become a model for care even in of community health care providers, Another example he cited of a PPS places where commercial insurance is social services agencies, behavioral effort is working with social service prevalent. health/substance abuse treatment providers to encourage effective man- St. Barnabas will be collaborating centers, doctors and housing non-prof- agement of conditions like diabetes with the Health and Hospitals Corpo- its to improve outcomes of Medicaid and asthma to reduce hospital admis- ration on their PPS initiative. patients. sions. Borough President Ruben Diaz, Jr., The goal is to reduce costs to the Conditions like diabetes and in a statement, called the cost saving federal government for their portion asthma are all too common in the dollars coming into the borough excit- of Medicaid funding and encourage Bronx, and Walsh said that working ing. earlier treatment of health problems with people who have these conditions “Our county has become the model before they worsen into more costly so they know when to use a nebulizer of collaboration and cooperation with conditions. to control their respiratory conditions, regards to our healthcare system and The approach will eventually link for example, could lead to the cost re- status,” stated Diaz. the PPS funding, expected to exceed ductions required under the program. He added: “I am proud of our hospi- Len Walsh, St. Barnabas Hospital chief op- $1 billion dollars over fi ve years for The St. Barnabas PPS effort also tals, health centers, healthcare plans, erating offi cer, is a strong proponent of the St. Barnabas and at least 60 plus part- has a goal of reducing the number of community based organizations, effort, which seeks to coordinate medical ners, to results that emphasize quality people who use emergency depart- neighborhood doctors, our constitu- and community resources to incentivize im- care over quantity, said Len Walsh, St. ments for primary, non-emergency ents who have all joined our #Not62 proved medical outcomes. Barnabas chief operating offi cer. care instead of visiting physicians out- campaign aimed at improving the Community News Group / Patrick Rocchio “The whole idea is to connect the side of this setting. overall health status of our borough social determinants of health to pa- The PPS will identify patients who by addressing the social determinants years, Diaz announced in his State of tient outcomes,” said Walsh, adding needlessly use the emergency depart- of health.” the Borough Speech in February the that under the current health care sys- ment and look to explain the benefi ts With the borough ranking last out #Not62 social media campaign to en- tem – not just in the borough, but in of seeking treatment at a primary care of 62 New York state counties when courage Bronxites to make healthy de- the state and nationally – there are no physician, said Walsh. it comes to public health for several cisions. TIRED OF FIGHTING SAVE $100 * OVER GRADES? WHEN YOU HUNTINGTON CAN HELP. CALL TODAY! For almost 40 years, Huntington’s highly trained tutors have worked one-to-one with students to help them master the skills needed to make their next report card better than the last one. ACADEMIC SKILLS K-12 Reading • Writing • Math • Study Skills Spelling • Vocabulary • Phonics SUBJECT TUTORING MIDDLE SCHOOL-COLLEGE Algebra • Geometry • Trigonometry • Pre-Calculus Calculus • Earth Science • Biology • Chemistry • Physics EXAM PREP SAT • PSAT/NMSQT • ACT Advanced Placement (AP) • State Tests • GED • ASVAB ISSE • SSAT • SHSAT • ELA • Regents • HCHS • TACHS Huntington is accredited by Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools (MSA). To find out more about Huntington Tutoring Programs, CALL NOW! Bay Ridge Bronx Manhattan Park Slope 718-491-0900 718-597-1500 212-362-0100 718-230-4600 Additional centers located in Eastchester Flushing Scarsdale Staten Island 914-72-6100 718-358-7900 914-946-7800 718-697-0500
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BTR BRONX TIMES REPORTER, JUNE 19-25, 2015 19 BP Diaz meets with CNG’s owners, staff BY ROZ LISTON York Yankees and the Man- There were no details on sources—sizable subsidies.” Major League Soccer is chester City Football Club, whether talks are now un- He said the Bronx was still casting an eye at Aque- began playing at Yankee sta- derway about Aqueduct, but not very enthusiastic ini- duct as the site for a new sta- dium this year. The team is in September Senator Joseph tially about having the Sun- dium after talks in the Bronx MLS’s fi rst entry into the Addabbo, of Howard Beach, rise shops move to the south failed to come up with an city, but Diaz said the science Queens said MLS was look- Bronx because the co-op agreement, the Bronx bor- of Yankee stadium is not ideal ing at a city-owned parking would compete with the bor- ough president told a meet- for soccer and MLS would lot south of the Aqueduct race ough’s existing industry and ing of the Community News like to construct a more ap- track as a possible site. bring more traffi c to Hunts Group earlier this month. propriate stadium. Addabbo, who opposes Point. Ruben Diaz, Jr., who was A potential spot was found building a stadium at Aque- But after a series of meet- elected borough president in right across from Yankee duct because of traffi c con- ings with the community 2009, visited the Brooklyn Stadium that would have in- cerns and limited public board and other groups, Diaz headquarters of CNG, the volved removing a major transportation, said the park- said it was decided that the parent company of the Bronx Bronx company that manu- ing lot was under a long-term Bronx needed to support the Times Reporter for a wide- factures the brain parts of el- lease arrangement with the Willets Point auto owners. ranging discussion with the evators and employs 420 peo- Port Authority. The plan is to build a newspaper chain’s editors. ple, 80 percent of whom are The Bronx may lose soccer state-of-the-art facility with Asked about the status of from the Bronx. to Queens, but it will eventu- cutting-edge technology once MLS’s efforts to build a sta- Diaz insisted that Ma- ally be the home to a large Sunrise completes the steps dium in the Bronx for New jor League Soccer purchase group of disenfranchised to get the work started at the York City’s fi rst professional the company and relocate it auto shop owners from Wil- auto-repair facility. soccer team, Diaz said the within the borough, to keep lets Point, which is the site of The co-op is now facing search had shifted back to the jobs and tax stream in the an ambitious $4 billion retail, eviction from Willets Point Queens. county. commercial and residential because the paperwork for He invited the league to The city did not want to Borough President Ruben Diaz, Jr. project. certifi cate of occupancy and consider the Bronx after its invest any money in the deal File photo The Sunrise Coopera- other basic requirements was proposal to put a stadium in because there were too many tive’s 46 owners entered into not fi led. The court-ordered Flushing Meadows Corona pieces in play and the Abu longstanding bet with state an agreement with the city deadline to move to the Hunts Park drew fi re from preser- Dhabi royal family, which Assemblyman Francisco to move to the Bronx as they Point was June 1. vationists, activists and some owns Manchester City, is Moya of Corona, Queens that faced the threat of losing Diaz said he was confi dent elected offi cials as well as the fl ush with money in its own the stadium will ultimately their property to eminent do- the project would happen, Mets, who play nearby at Citi right, Diaz said. be built in Queens—not the main. but there was no timeline for Field. “The Yankees are back Bronx. The loser will have “The group got a raw deal,” when it would be done. 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BTR BRONX TIMES REPORTER, JUNE 19-25, 2015 21 Community comments on PPN reconstruction
BY JAIME WILLIAMS loss of parking on Pelham ervation Alliance formed to Residents commented on Parkway North. fi ght tree removal. the plans for the reconstruc- Plans will add a sidewalk Attendees questioned why tion of the north side of Pel- on the south side of Pelham the stretch of the project be- ham Parkway at a public hear- Parkway North between tween Eastchester Road and ing hosted by Community White Plains and Williams- Stillwell Avenue was only be- Board 11 on June 16. bridge Road to make the park- ing resurfaced and did not in- Representatives from city ing there accessible. Because clude replacing the sidewalk, agencies including parks, the road will be narrowed and requested that drainage transportation, and the May- slightly, ‘no standing’ zones on the same stretch of the ser- or’s Offi ce for Persons with must be added at several in- vice road be addressed. Disabilities were on hand to tersections in order to allow Certain sections of the proj- hear concerns. for the turning radius of a fi re ect were not highlighted dur- The plans encompass Pel- truck. Several more parking ing the presentation, such as ham Parkway’s westbound spots will be lost due to the the portion of the project be- A rendering of the proposed changes to the Pelham Parkway Westbound main roadway and the Pelham creation of sidewalk ‘bump- tween Boston Road and Bronx Parkway North service road, outs’ to protect existing trees. Park East, where the impact of Mainline, as part of phase two of the reconstruction of Pelham Parkway. and will address the road’s de- An estimated 31 parking the project is unclear. A dedicated bus lane will be added by shifting the existing lanes and fi ciencies, including pavement spaces will be removed, with The closure of an unnamed eliminating the shoulders. deterioration as well as mo- 10 spaces at fi ve intersections street, cutting from the ser- Courtesy of NYC Department of Design and Construction torist safety regarding trees converted to handicap accessi- vice road in front of the Insti- along the mainline, which will ble spaces. The need for those tute of Special Education to struction, Howard Pollack, ac- ect since 1986. be protected with a guiderail. 10 spaces was also questioned the mainline, was also not ad- knowledged that distrust was “I think we heard loud and The project will also upgrade by attendees and community dressed until pointed out on generated by lack of communi- clear from the community,” the aging water mains and sew- board members. the renderings, and the board cation during the fi rst phase. said Fratta. ers under the roadway, install a At the hearing, the com- expects to fi ght the parks de- “We’re hoping this process Over the summer, the dedicated bus service lane, and munity board said a task force partment on that point. is going to be different than board will push the agencies install American Disability Act would be looking into the pro- At the hearing, community last time,” said Pollack. for answers and they hope to Accessible sidewalks. posed removal of about 26 members also aired their lin- The public hearing was hold another public hearing Smaller improvements trees for reasons of disease or gering frustration over issues successful in providing an op- before the board votes on the such as upgraded street light- sidewalk installation. that arose from the recon- portunity for local residents project this fall. ing and new traffi c signs are During the reconstruction struction of Pelham Parkway to respond to the plans, said “There’s going to be a lot also included. of the south side of Pelham South. Board 11 assistant district more discussion before the A major concern of resi- Parkway, completed in 2013, A representative from the manager John Fratta, who board signs off on this,” said dents at the meeting was the the Pelham Parkway Pres- Department of Design and Con- has been working on the proj- Fratta.
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This free event will take On Saturday, June 27, Com- According to Kenneth place at Co-op City’s Green- munity Board 10’s Health and Kearns, CB 10 district man- way which contains LifeTrail Human Services Committee, ager, this event is part of an Advanced Wellness Systems Riverbay Corporation, Jacobi ongoing series of walks and from Playworld Systems exer- Medical Center, and Mon- other events sponsored by the cise equipment for public use. tefi ore Hospital will be spon- Health and Human Services According to Michelle soring a Healthy Lifestyles Committee of CB 10 and will Sajous, Riverbay Corpora- Challenge Walk around the mark the fi rst time a Healthy tion director, this equipment Greenway in Co-op City. Lifestyles Challenge Walk will was installed in Co-op City’s The low intensive one to be held at Co-op City. Greenway about two years ago two mile walk will run from “The upcoming Healthy and sees usage from many res- 10 a.m. until noon and partic- Lifestyles Challenge Walk is idents, young and old alike. ipants are allowed to walk at going to be a great opportu- The LifeTrail Advanced their own comfortable pace. nity for everyone to come out- Wellness Systems from Play- The purpose of the Healthy side on a beautiful summer world Systems located at Co-op City will be holding the upcoming ‘Healthy Lifestyles Challenge Lifestyles Challenge Walk is day and meet their neighbors Benchley Place and in Debs Walk’ on its campus’ greenway. File Photo to promote healthy lifestyles all while promoting healthy Place include such equipment among Bronx residents. lifestyles,” Kearns explained. as a stationary exercise bike, “This is a great opportu- The walk is open for all a lat pull-down machine, a Sajous explained she is nic trail that they can walk nity for the residents of Co-op ages and participants should pull-up bar and many other thrilled to have Co-op City and exercise on here,” Sajous City and other communities be mindful in wearing com- healthy lifestyle promoting hosting this event and shared said. “The Bronx has the top within our board, to come out fortable shoes and clothing technology. that it has been a dream of numbers in diabetes and hy- on a beautiful summer morn- as well as bring water to help “These are wonderful Riverbay Corporation to have pertension as well as obesity ing to enjoy the company of stay hydrated. pieces of outside exercise more health centric events for and we want to do something neighbors and friends, as we Free giveaways will also be equipment and we see so many this community. to change that.” walk along the Greenway, Co- provide during the event how- people use them daily from lit- “Prior to this walk, we To register for the Healthy op City’s Central Park,” Mar- ever only while supplies last. tle children to men who can have never had an event at the Lifestyles Challenge Walk, tin Prince, CB 10 chairman Parking for will be avail- bench press over 100 pounds,” Greenway and we are hoping contact CB 10 at (718) 892-1161 shared. able in Garage #6 and drivers she expressed. people realize there’s a sce- or email [email protected]. 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Quezada, both born and raised me to relax and just focus on After seeing both Idania in the Bronx, were just two of sounding good and just having and Joelly perform at the au- over 100 children and teenag- a fun time on the stage.” dition, the judges were highly ers from the greater New York Idania also said that she impressed, seeing the potential area that performed at Radio has also learned a lot from her and talent that the two teenag- City Musical Hall for the Gar- older sister, who performed ers possessed. den of Dreams Talent Show on at the Garden of Dreams Tal- “When I saw them (Idania Thursday, June 18. ent Show for the third time on and Joelly) audition, it was Idania, a 16-year old who Thursday. almost like seeing them on currently attends the Theatre In a mentoring role, Joelly the Madison Square Garden Arts Production Company taught Idania different singing stage,” said Darryl ‘DMC’ Mc- School, was a solo vocalist, techniques while providing her Daniels, talent director and performing the song ‘Youth’ advice and tips from her previ- member of infl uential hip hop by Daughter. Idania’s 19-year ous experiences performing on group Run DMC. “They were old sister Joelly backed her up stage. very professional and it was a (l-r) Joelly and Idania performed ‘Youth’ by Daughter for the talent show. with the guitar during the per- “It was great to accompany great performance - I honestly Photo courtesy of MSG Photos formance in a venue that seats my sister on stage while she felt like a fan.” 6,000 people. sang and I played the guitar,” “They’re lucky to have this obstacles with performing and well as hospitals, wish organi- During the days of prepa- said Joelly, who has been play- opportunity so early,” added life as a whole with confi dence zations and community-based ration leading up to the talent ing the guitar for almost six McDaniels, who also stated that and proper mentoring.” organizations, children with show, Idanai and Joelly were years and is currently a Music he didn’t perform at Radio City Both Idania and Jeolly are challenges such as homeless- mentored by the Rockettes, Therapy major at Molloy Col- until 1993 after he had been in part of the Children’s Aid Soci- ness, extreme poverty, illness Darryl ‘DMC’ McDaniels and lege. the music industry for over ten ety, one of the many long-stand- and foster care are reached out model Damaris Lewis, who “When I fi rst performed on years. “However, they deserve ing partnering organizations to and cared for. observed their rehearsals and stage in the 8th grade at age 14, it, because they are incredibly of the Garden of Dreams Foun- The talent show is just one gave them feedback based on I was in the same position that talented at a young age. 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Two eve- versation Series,” this event is being nings a week, teens enjoy the gym sponsored by The Bronx organiza- for basketball as well as skills & tion, No Longer Empty, which en- drills at the nearby gym at P.S. 12. gages the public with contemporary For more information stop by art through curated, community-re- during open hours or call (718) 652- sponsive exhibitions and education 0246. programs that revive underutilized * * * properties. The goal of this event is On Saturday June 20, The Kings- to spark fresh perspectives on cre- bridge Road Merchants Associa- ating, presenting and experiencing tion in conjunction with Marketing art in The Bronx. & Advertising Solutions Inc. (MAS) The CBNP’s Public Conversa- will present the 4th Annual Unity in tions Series features quarterly field- The Community Festival from noon building discussions on emerging to 6 p.m.. paradigms in public policy and non- This year’s festival will take profit practice. 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Arts & Education, featured pan- The purpose of this event is to elists include Arthur Aviles from celebrate community unity and the Arthur Aviles Typical Theater raise awareness on the diverse ar- (AATT); artist Alicia Grullon; cul- ray of merchants in this district. tural activist Bill Aguado; Carey The Unity in the Community Festi- Clark from The Point; artist and ed- val will feature merchants, vendors, ucator, Dennis RedMoon Darkeem; kid’s activities, health screenings, Eddie Torres from the NYC Depart- car show, free gifts and giveaways, ment of Cultural Affairs; and Mi- lots of food, and live music and enter- chael Kamber from the Bronx Docu- tainment, showcasing NYC’s most mentary Center. popular and up & coming artists, Those interested in attending are from Salsa to Hip-Hop and every- asked to R.S.V.P at www.artsinthe- thing in between! 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Photo by Aracelis Batista at RiverFest. Photo by Patricio Robayo batic feats. Photo by Patricio Robayo UNITED FEDERATION CUB SCOUTS MEDAL HONORS Cub Scouts from St. Theresa School OF TEACHERS Pack 1214 received medals during a Mass on Sunday, May 31. The cub GIVES 40 $5,000 scouts, who are Webelos scouts in the fourth and fi fth grades, re- SCHOLARSHIPS ceived their honorors from Msgr. Thomas Derivan for completing The United Federation of Teachers present- their ‘Parvuli Dei’ Children of God ed 40 $5,000 college scholarships to young books. students from the borough on Monday, June 8. The 46th Annual Albert Shanker Awards are drawn from union funds. Bronx Shanker scholarship award recipients The cub scouts get their awards at at UFT headquarters on Monday, June 8. the church. Photo courtesy of UFT / Jonathan Fickies Photo courtesy of Lisa Soli 44 BRONX TIMES REPORTER, JUNE 19-25, 2015 BTR Happy Birthday Linda In our hearts you hold a special place, That no one will ever fi ll We will love you always, Stanley, Dena, Danielle, Kris, Johnny, Marisa, Kris & Sienna BTR BRONX TIMES REPORTER, JUNE 19-25, 2015 45 Kings Harbor wins national awards Kings Harbor Multicare gious award from NYSHFA for Center, a 720 bed subacute and this successful program.” long term care facility in the The facility has also re- northeast Bronx, has received ceived the 2015 American the 2015 Innovative Practice Health Care Association Award from the NYS Health (AHCA) Bronze - Commitment Facilities Association (NY- to Quality Award for its dedi- SHFA) for its program, “War cation to improving the lives Against Pressure Ulcers”. of residents through quality The awards were initiated to care. The award is the fi rst showcase the high quality ser- of three distinctions possible vices its members provide to through the National Qual- their residents. ity Award Program honoring After identifying a rise centers across the nation that in the incidence of pressure have demonstrated their com- ulcers, Kings Harbor’s in- mitment to improving quality terdisciplinary team imple- care for seniors and individu- mented an awareness/educa- als with disabilities. tional program that proved to “Kings Harbor Multicare be highly successful and ex- Center has demonstrated traordinarily well received. its commitment to provid- It created enthusiasm and ing quality care and I com- increased involvement by mend them for that,” said the staff and families, which re- AHCA/NCAL National Qual- sulted in signifi cant improve- ity Award Board of Overseers ment and decreased numbers Chair Christine Boldt. “I en- of pressure ulcers. “Due to courage Kings Harbor to con- the overwhelming success, tinue their quality journey the awareness program was by striving for the Silver and opened to surrounding nurs- Gold levels.” Kings Harbor Multicare Center wins national awards. ing homes, hospitals, and the “It is a great honor to be community,” said Alexander recognized with a National of the residents and families commitment we have to the sharbor.com, and “like” them Stern, Administrator of Kings Quality Award,” said Toni we care for every day is what quality journey.” on Facebook at http://fb.com/ Harbor. “We are proud to be Mooney, Vice President of brings us joy and this award For further information on kingsharbormulticarecenter. recognized with this presti- Nursing. “Improving the lives symbolizes the dedication and Kings Harbor go to www.king- SECURITY DRUGS 0(!2-!#9352')#!, 3500,)%3 s $25'3 s #/3-%4)#3 s &2!'2!.#%3 s 6)4!-).3 s (%!,4( "%!549 !CCURATE &AST &RIENDLY 3ERVICE “In my twenty years as a pharmacist, I’m happy to work for 3ECURITY $RUGS WHERE they take care of their customers.” 6)3)4 /52 Natu “Nick” Gevaria, BS .%7 ,/#!4)/. 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Grounds are beautiful and meticu- lously kept. $659,000 Offi ce/Retail Space Free Home Evaluation Available in the Get Top Dollar For Your House Let Us Sell Your Home Throggs Neck Mall Call 917-232-2375 Larry “Large” Weinstein Home Of The Top Producer Distinguished Homes & Properties Cell: 917-957-6800 3602 E Tremont Avenue Bronx, NY 10465 Offi ce/Retail Space Available in the Mall Call 917-232-2375 BTR BRONX TIMES REPORTER, JUNE 19-25, 2015 49 announced the names of a number University in the fall, and Salutato- of teachers celebrating anniversary rian Kristen McMonagle, heading to years in 2015: Alice Cavazzini and St. John’s. The Cardinal Spellman Tro- John DiPalermo (35), Anthony Felicis- phy and Memorial Scholarship, given simo (25), and Emily Bruno and Anna to the two students who best embody D’Ambrosio (20). Also recognized were the spirit of Francis Cardinal Spell- Rev. James O’Shaughnessey (37 years) man, was awarded to Keith Guerrant and Rev. John Kraljic (19 years) of the and Kristen McMonagle. Adam Biolsi Theology Department who will be re- and Maya Lugo received the Spell- tiring at the end of the school year. man Spirit Award, while the Spellman Spellman’s 2015 grads Prior to the awarding of diplomas, Alumni Award went to Justin Henry Steven Plate, Spellman Class of 1972 and Victoria Ochiobi. The Seton-DeLa- and Director of the World Trade Cen- Salle Award, named in honor of Saint On Saturday June 6, 307 graduates Class of 2015, who in four years have ter construction project spoke about Elizabeth Ann Seton, founder of the of Cardinal Spellman High School re- lived the Spellman experience and em- his experiences in the fi eld of engineer- Sisters of Charity, and Saint John Bap- ceived diplomas in a ceremony at the braced the culture and values of Car- ing. He told the graduates “Anticipate tist de La Salle, founder of the Brothers Lehman College Performing Arts dinal Spellman High School. The 307 great things you will accomplish, while of the Christian Schools, was presented Center. An invocation by Rev. James join over 21,000 Spellman alumni since maintaining the core values of God, to Kissondial Ram and Deanna Giraldi. O’Shaughnessey was followed by Dene- the fi rst graduation in 1963. “Work family and passion.” Student speak- Also recognized at the ceremony was sha Johnson of the Senior Class sing- hard and strive to make yourself and ers were Valedictorian Maya Lugo, Adam Biolsi and his family. Adam is ing the National Anthem. Mr. Daniel the world a better place,” Mr. O’Keefe the top ranked student in the Class of the ninth (and fi nal) member of the Bi- O’Keefe, Principal, congratulated the told the graduates. The Principal also 2015, who will be attending Columbia olsi family to graduate from Spellman. Steven Plate, director of World Trade Center Construction (far left) and Daniel O’Keefe, principal (far right), with top ten students in the Class of 2015: Maya Lugo, Kristen McMonagle, Erica Garcia, Varinia Munoz, Deanna Giraldi, Kissondial Ram, Enellie Milel, Melanie Melo, Lizandei Bernardo and Athena Vallejo. Stepinac High School wins four top Metro Awards Archbishop Stepinac High School’s acclaimed Drama Club cap- tured top Metro Awards— the high- est honors that high school produc- tion groups can win in the New York region—for its landmark production of Billy Elliot. Billy won four Metro Awards for Best Director (Frank Portanova, Di- rector of the Drama Club); Best Ac- tress in a Leading Role (Gianna Pri- gnano); Best Dance Performance (John Guaragna) and Best Vocal Per- formance by a Female (Amelia Sas- son). Stepinac was the fi rst high school in the nation to be given the rights to stage Elton John’s Tony Award- winning musical about a boy in a rough mining town in England who would rather dance than learn to be a boxer. Last year, Stepinac’s Drama Club was one of only a few schools in the U.S. that were licensed to perform Disney’s Mary Poppins which gar- nered top Metro Awards including Best Director for Mr. Portanova. Stepinac again served as the host venue for the Annual Metro Awards. Frank Portanova, the Drama Club’s award-winning director, with the cast of “Billy Elliot’ at Stepinac’s recent Trustees Awards reception. 50 BRONX TIMES REPORTER, JUNE 19-25, 2015 BTR BY GINA CERINI On Sunday, June 14 a Dart tourna- “LIGHTS CAMERA, SAVE!” AT RIDGEWOOD ment at the Redwood Club on Schurz Avenue was held as a fundraiser. We want to thank everyone who came out to support us. A special thank you goes Volunteer Ambulance out to the Redwood Club for hosting the Corps event, Paul from the Throggs Neck Dart League, Anthony and Laura for all they come out and join us as we plan for did to put this event together. the future of the Throggs Neck Volun- We received food donations from teer Ambulance Corps, we ask for your Throggs Neck Clipper, Wicked Wolf, knowledge and participation. RSVP at Jimmy Ryan’s and Barino’s Market. [email protected] or (718) 430-9501 before Please support these local establish- June 19. Our mission is to provide free ments in our community for their gen- and prompt pre-hospital emergency erosity. Tell your neighbors, friends care to those in Throggs Neck, Alden and family to support TNVAC as the Park, Edgewater Park, Locust Point, Ridgewood Savings Bank recently presented awards to the local winners of its “Lights, money raised will help to pay off a sub- Ferry Point, Silver Beach, Spencer Es- Camera, Save!” video contest, designed to engage teens in educating themselves and stantial loan on one of our ambulances. tate, Country Club, Waterbury/LaSalle, peers about saving and using money wisely. The participants were judged on creativ- It takes two things to make any volun- Schuyler Hill and Pelham Bay area ity, message and production value -- with the fi rst place winner receiving an Apple teer organization really work - volun- when needed. iPad Air. The “Lights, Camera, Save!” video contest is part of the American Bankers teers and funding. In order to continue Our headquarters are located at 3955 Association Education Foundation’s National Teach Children to Save Program. “We being an active running ambulance East Tremont Avenue. Our mailing ad- congratulate the winners and all contestants for showcasing the important message corps, we are always seeking monetary dress is PO Box 302, Bronx, NY 10465. of this contest—which is ‘start young, save more,’” said Walter Reese. donations to pay for supplies and insur- We endeavor to be in service Mon- ance. Any assistance would be greatly day through Thursday, from 6 p.m. un- (L-r) at Ridgewood’s main offi ce: Ridgewood Savings Bank’s Walter Reese, Senior appreciated. If you would like to donate, til midnight and from Friday at 6 p.m. Vice President - Retail Banking; Emily Anne Di Santi, fi rst place winner; LouAnn Man- please visit us at www.tnvac.us for fur- until midnight on Sunday night. If in- nino, Vice President; and Nancy Adzemovic, Branch Banking Offi cer. ther information. Look for our future terested in volunteering please feel free fundraisers in the fall, your support is to contact us at (718) 430-9501. TNVAC always appreciated. volunteers are fully trained before do- During our service hours, the emer- schools, sporting and religious events. Our upcoming Community Round- ing service. We have dispatchers, atten- gency line to summon our ambulance is If you’re gathering people, we can be table will be 7 p.m. on Wednesday, June dants, motor vehicle operators (drivers) (718) 430-9500. there to assist. Please contact our com- 24 at TNVAC Headquarters, 3955 East and emergency medical technician po- By appointment, we are also avail- munity affairs offi cer Laura Leich at Tremont Avenue. We hope you will sitions open that you can be trained for. able to set up ‘First Aid’ stations for (718) 430-9501 to discuss your needs. MARY JANE MUSANO our offi cers at the 45th Pre- bar is being sold) be revoked. say thank you. In our community, there’s cinct, led by Lt. Tripani, ar- They took a very important Here are their phone num- a very famous saying that fi ts rived on the scene quickly and step to protect this community bers or e-mails. Don’t put this us perfectly. Here, a bad situa- quieted a potentially lethal and I hope that the SLA will paper down until you make tion brings out the best in us. situation. They dispersed the do what was asked of them. the call or write the e-mail: I’m sure that by now most of crowd, closed the bar and con- The united front of our three The 45th Precinct community you have heard that on Satur- fi scated their license,but they electeds should send a strong policing [email protected], day, May 10, things got danger- didn’t stop there. They asked owners complied even though message to the SLA. We cer- Klein (718) 822-2049, Benedetto ously out of control at Bronx the bars along Tremont Ave- it meant less money in their tainly will let you know their (718) 892-2235, Vacca (718) 931- Beer Garden on Tremont Av- nue to stop selling liquor so as pockets. decision. 1721, Throggs Neck Merchant’s enue. A hip-hop event was not to add to an already tumul- That story alone would be All the right things hap- Association (646) 657-1312. promoted and drew around tuous situation. Most com- uniquely wonderful but within pened to keep us safe. These I know that your call or e- 800 people to the location that plied, and therefore the crowd the next few days something actions also send a strong mes- mail will be very much appre- has a permit and capacity for had no place to go to continue else happened that should sage to other establishments ciated. And while we are mak- only around 300. Free liquor their poor behavior, and they make everyone in this com- that they must follow the laws ing calls and sending e-mails, was given to patrons with no left our community. munity proud and thankful. and respect the residents of why not call the State Liquor consideration of their sobriety Two things happened that Three of our local electeds, our community. Authority and urge them to and within a very short time day that I believe would not Senator Jeff Klein, Assembly- I hope you realize that revoke the license of Nicky’s their drunk, disorderly and have happened in other com- man Michael Benedetto and this string of events kept or- Beer Garden aka the Bronx disrespectful patrons were un- munities. Our great police Councilman James Vacca, der in our community and it Beer Garden. Here’s the num- leashed on our streets. They offi cers, arrived quickly, took wrote a letter to the State Li- happened because we have ber for the SLA (518) 474-3114. created havoc in our neighbor- control of an awfully danger- quor Authority asking that the the best police precinct, mer- Our collective voices will hood and several people got se- ous situation and then went liquor license of the offending chants, senator, assemblyman keep our community safe and riously hurt. up and above by asking bar establishment, as well as any and councilman. I urge you let others know that we are a A bad situation it was, but owners to help. Then, the bar interim license (because this to make a call to all of them to force to be reckoned with! BY PAUL GOLLUSCIO hot dogs in their respective Remember the Comedy pened. Hello all! buns (no mean feat). After the Night at the post on August 15, Texas learned that the Civil Many thanks to all the vol- third or fourth he had it down $40 gets you in and fed. Cash War was over, June 19, 1865. unteers who helped out at the pat. I was on the pulled pork bar. The fi rst Father’s Day was BBQ for the shut-ins at the VA sliders. Thanks to all. Still missing your DD-214? on June 19, 1910 in Spokane, Hospital. Thank you to Post Our Flag Retirement went Call (866) 272-6272 follow the WA. Commander George Brins, very well. Thank you Transit instructions and get a replace- On the same date in 1953, George Amato, Tony Leboy, Pride Pipers for providing the fair at the Bronx Library, 310 ment. the Rosenbergs were exe- Clorindo Nieves, and Joe Pe- music. Thank you to Victor Kingdbridge Road on the Con- Trivia Time!! cuted, nasso, the most dysfunctional Sedoruk and John Rutter for course level. The Battle of Bunker On the same date in 1960, Legion member in Department manning the fi re. Tips for this are, dress as (Breeds) Hill took place on Freedomland opened. of NY if not national. I was On Friday, June 19 from 10 you would for a job interview, June 17, 1755.\ Keep the troops in your honored to work shoulder to a.m. to 3 p.m., there will be a come with a positive attitude, On the same date in 1972, prayers, take a vet to lunch shoulder with him. He placed veterans and community job bring military ID. The Watergate break-in hap- and God bless. BTR BRONX TIMES REPORTER, JUNE 19-25, 2015 51 To Place Your Ad LEGAL NOTICES Call 718-260-4595 LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE 52 BRONX TIMES REPORTER, JUNE 19-25, 2015 BTR BY FRANK V. VERNUCCIO, JR. Obama warned Congressional Progressive local govern- to date. Over the past several years, Republicans against listen- Action ments have gotten into the act, “This intolerance,” she First Amendment rights have ing to radio host Rush Lim- as well, as described by Reason writes, “is not a passive matter come under signifi cant at- baugh…Then the White House magazine. In Houston, when of opinion. It’s an aggressive, tack from the highest levels of launched a jihad against Fox Association religious leaders protested illiberal impulse to silence government. It can be seen in News Channel and its hosts by what they perceived to be an people. This conduct has be- President Obama’s infl uenc- fi rst boycotting appearances overbroad ordinance concern- come an existential threat to ing of the Federal Communica- on the cable channel and then amend the Constitution to al- ing gays and local businesses, those who hold orthodox reli- tions Commission to attempt second, by engaging in name- low Congress to limit fund- they protested. In response, gious beliefs… increasingly to place monitors in news calling and leveling baseless raising and spending on po- Mayor Anise Parker subpoe- I hear from people across the rooms, and his transfer of con- allegations.” litical speech. Supporters of naed fi ve local pastors, de- political spectrum who are trol of the internet to an inter- The Washington Post has this amendment claim that re- manding they turn over their fearful not only of express- national body not devoted to reported that FCC member stricting the amount of money sermons. ing their views, but also as to free speech. It can be observed Ajit Pai revealed that the Na- that may be spent on political Perhaps the most important where all of this is heading. in his rather embarrassing at- tional Science Foundation un- speech and activity is not the analysis of the attempt to si- I’ve followed this trend closely tacks on news outlets that dis- derwrote a project, dubbed same as limiting speech, but lence non-leftist speech comes as a columnist with growing agree with his policies. ‘Truthy’ which sought to focus as the Supreme Court has rec- not from a conservative, but concern. It’s become clear A description of the Presi- on people using Twitter to ex- ognized, bans on spending are from a journalist closely as- that the attempts—too often dent’s initial reaction to con- press non-left wing ideas. indeed bans on speech. Lim- sociated with liberal politics. successful—to silence dissent trary opinion was described in The President is not alone iting spending on political Kirsten Powers served in the from the liberal worldview 2009 by Spectator magazine: in his actions. As Hans A. von communication necessarily Clinton Administration and isn’t isolated outbursts. They “The Obama Administra- Spakovsky and Elizabeth Slat- affects the quantity and qual- was a fi xture in Democrat poli- are part of a bigger story.” tion declared war on the mi- tery wrote in a Heritage article, ity of that speech. Rather than tics in New York. In her new Contact COMACTA at ny- nority of media outlets that do “Frustrated with the Supreme ‘level the playing fi eld, ’this book, ‘The Silencing: How the communityaction@gmail. not worship the political left’s Court’s consistent defense constitutional amendment Left is Killing Free Speech,’ com; tune into our radio newest false idol immediately of political speech protected would protect incumbents and she provides one the most broadcasts at amfm247.com, after Obama was sworn in. by the First Amendment, the violate a fundamental right of bluntly honest and hard-hit- and visit our website at comac- Three days into his presidency Left is driving a movement to Americans.” ting analyses of this problem tainc.com. BY LYNN GERBINO Committee, which has been Homeowners welcome John Roche Our next meeting will be attended by Rob Barbarelli held on Tuesday, June 30, at for Throggs Neck Homeown- John Roche, a former We are so happy to wel- 7:30 p.m. at the Villa Barone ers Association. editor of the Bronx Times come John to our meet- Manor. We have a great line We have a lot on the Reporter and familiar face ing and to hear about the up. John Roche, formerly of agenda, as this will be our known to many, has recently characters he brings to life the Bronx Times and other last meeting until September. published his fi rst novel with his witty prose,” states local papers, has published We hope to see you there...all Bronx Bound, a brilliantly Lynn Gerbino, president of his fi rst novel, Bronx Bound, I have a few for him to sign, are welcome. If you have not written whodunnit set in Throggs Neck Homeowners. and will be with us to read one of which will be sent off sent in your dues, please do and about many Bronx land- “I have read the book and I from it. to Afghanistan to a child- so. marks familiar to you all. know anyone who lives or The novel is a great who- hood friend. Please send a check for John will visit Throggs has lived in the community dunnit peppered with the fl a- Also visiting that evening $15 to : Throggs Neck Home- Neck Homeowners Associa- will love this book as much vor of local Bronx places and will be District Attorney Rob owners Association, P.O. Box tion on Tuesday, June 30, at as I did. Please join us on I know you will thoroughly Johnson and judges Mitch 25. Throggs Neck Station, 7:30 p.m. at The Villa Bar- June 30th!” enjoy the book and John’s Danziger and Ben Barbato. Bronx, NY 10465. We need one Manor and will bring his All are invited to join reading. We’ll see if they con prog- your support! characters to life with a read- Throggs Neck Homeown- Bronx Bound will be nosticate who will be the If you need us, please give ing. There will also be books ers Association for this spe- available for purchase that killer!! us a call at (718) 823-0327. available for purchase and cial reading and an evening evening, as well as John sign- We will also have a report Please have a wonderful John will be available to sign of fun. Refreshments will be ing a copy of the book for you! of the East Bronx Traffi c week! your copy. served. BY JOANNE TIMMINS ing of alcohol. Alcohol is a Of course, drinking and alcohol in the bloodstream. With Memorial Day come depressant drug that affects driving remains a huge con- When planning for fam- and gone, summer is now offi - the central nervous system. cern in the summertime ily fun, consider leaving the cially, begun. Remember the The same effects that make when so many people are alcohol (including beer, wine old rule about wearing white it hazardous for driving also traveling. It is estimated and wine coolers) at home. only after Memorial Day? Re- make it hazardous for other that drinking and driving ac- Have lots of non-alco- member using aluminum re- activities too, like boating counts for one death every 51 holic beverages on hand, es- fl ectors to tan more quickly? and swimming. Our ‘ounce of minutes in the United States pecially water. If you must Remember rolling around prevention’ includes making Swimmers may swim out (Centers for Disease Control drink, limit yourself to one on grassy areas without fear very careful and informed too far from shore; swimmers and Prevention). Because al- drink per hour, which gives of ticks? Ah, those were the choices about mixing alcohol can slip and fall off or collide cohol impairs the ability of the body time to metabolize good ole’ days. with our summer water ac- with diving boards. the brain to react, to track the alcohol. We at TNCAP are just as tivities. Because alcohol increases objects in our visual fi eld, Provide plenty of food, eager as the next person to be- It is estimated that 1one drowsiness, small children to control our motor coordi- which can slow the absorp- gin making some new happy out of two water recreation may not be properly super- nation and balance, to think tion of alcohol into the blood- memories for summer 2015. deaths of adults and teens in- vised by adults who have clearly and problem-solve, stream and also slow down We too are ready to stream volves the use of alcohol (Na- been drinking by the beach the use of equipment and ma- the rate of drinking. out the door toting all sorts of tional Institute on Alcohol or pool. chinery should be avoided To keep the fun going ‘til paraphernalia, food and bev- Abuse and Alcoholism). Be- Boaters may drive too while drinking. Labor Day, pack that ounce of erages for summer fun. cause even moderate use of fast; ignore water safety Driving a car or motorcy- preventative common sense We know, however, that alcohol can lower inhibitions rules; forget to wear a life cle, operating a lawn mower, along with the beach tow- ‘an ounce of prevention is and increase risk-taking be- vest; fall overboard. A boat climbing a ladder, using els, beach chairs, sun block, worth a pound of cure’ when haviors, it can contribute to operator with a BAC of 0.1 % an electric saw, riding an cooler and charcoal. After it comes to summer activi- swimmers and boaters mak- is 16 times more likely to be amusement park ride, using all, autumn in New York is ties, especially when those ing poor choices on the wa- killed in a boating accident a gun or bow and arrow--all pretty awesome, too. Stay activities involve the drink- ter. (NIAA). these are not good ideas with safe and see you then. BTR BRONX TIMES REPORTER, JUNE 19-25, 2015 53 • FDNY Hosts Summer Block Parties...... 55 • International Contemporary Circus Festival...... 55 • Do You Remember - OLM School...... 56 Upcoming Wave Hill events TOUR: Join the Curatorial SATURDAY, JUNE 20; Fellow for a tour of current ex- Bliss team, chair yoga is suit- SUNDAY, JUNE 21: FAMILY hibitions. able for all ages, fi tness lev- ART PROJECT: BIG HAND, SUNDAY, JUNE 21: els and physical conditions. LITTLE HAND: Using plaster HATHA YOGA: Classes are $25/$15 Wave Hill Member. of Paris, create an exact rep- led by Yoga for Bliss director Program fee includes admis- lica of your hand and the hand Neem Dewji and other certi- sion. Advance registration of- of one of your family mem- fi ed instructors. fered online only and includes bers—maybe Dad’s! Then, SUNDAY, JUNE 21: MEDI- a $2 discount. Drop-ins will be build onto your plaster hands TATION: Led by Yoga for Bliss accommodated as space per- with metallic and natural ma- director Neem Dewji and other mits. terials, like leaves, sticks and qualifi ed instructors. All levels welcome. Classes stems. TUESDAY, JUNE 23: GAR- held indoors during inclement SATURDAY, JUNE 20: DEN HIGHLIGHTS WALK: weather. TAI CHI CHUAN: Irving Yee, Join in for an hour-long tour of Free offsite parking is a member of the William CC seasonal garden highlights. available nearby with contin- Chen Tai Chi School, intro- TUE, JUNE 23: CHAIR uous, complimentary shuttle duces students to the internal YOGA: Learn how to adapt service to and from the offsite martial arts and promotes an traditional yoga poses while lot and our front gate. Com- awareness of its benefi ts. sitting or standing with the plete directions and shuttle SATURDAY, JUNE 20: support of a chair. Outdoor bus schedule at www.wave- WAVE HILL HISTORY WALK: classes combine stretching, hill.org/visit/. Discover the fascinating his- strengthening and breath- Wave Hill, a public garden tory of Wave Hill’s architec- ing techniques designed to and cultural center, is located ture and landscape. relieve stress, calm the mind at 675 West 252nd Street. For SATURDAY, JUNE 20; and increase mobility. Led by further information call (718) Alexis Rockman, Property Line, 2008. Oil on paper. 71” x 51.5”. Courtesy of TUE, JUNE 23: GALLERY a member from the Yoga for 549-3200, extension 232. the artist and Baldwin Gallery, Aspen. 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The exhibit fi rst solo show in years with her beloved AATT receive support from the above partment’s 150th anniversary celebration features a unique selection of early 19th- characters Petronelia, Willy Gűiso Jugo, mentioned sources and from The Lam- by hosting a series of 12 Summer Block century American schoolgirl embroider- Dicky DooLittle, and others averting life’s bent Foundation Fund of the Tides Foun- Party community events at Firehouses ies and watercolors from the collection of curve balls with humor and fi erce ghetto dation, The Rockefeller Brothers Fund, and EMS stations in all 5 boroughs. William and Sally Gemmill and offers a fl ava. Directed by Arthur Aviles. The New York Community Trust and in- At each Summer Block Party, FDNY special opportunity for the public to see Friday, June 19 at 7 p.m., rree B! dividual donors. members will hold demonstrations, of- beautiful and rare works from a major YOUth!: This new monthly initiative at * * * fer free fi re safety education and conduct private collection. Twelve pieces in to- BAAD! celebrates young LGBTQ people DJ-Engineers DJ SpazeCraft One tours of FDNY apparatus, including the tal are included in the exhibition, among with an event that begins with an art/ cul- and the Original Jazzy Jay; hosted by FDNY150 Fire Truck and Ambulance. In them a mourning embroidery by Abigail ture presentation followed by an open WHEDco’s Bronx Music Heritage Cen- addition, those attending can take part Walker—part of Bartow-Pell’s permanent mic, dance off (with a two $25 prizes) and ter in collaboration with The Living Remix in free compressions-only CPR classes collection. an after-party. This month’s offering will Project; coordinated by Make Music New and learn more about careers within the The best way to take advantage of include short gay fi lms and the coming York and Found Sound Nation FDNY. all of these offerings —and support the out scene from the TV show Empire. Background: All are invited to stop Volunteers from the American Red museum—is to become a member. Mem- Saturday, June 20 at 1 p.m., free, by and sing, play an instrument, or re- Cross will also be on hand at all locations bers can enjoy many programs free or Richard Rivera / Open Rehearsal: Bronx- cord sounds that will become part of to schedule free smoke/carbon monox- at a discount. Through the end of June, based choreographer Richard Rivera, a fi nal musical track representing the ide alarm installations. the Bartow-Pell Conservancy is offering who was recently granted a Pepatian/ Bronx. DJ-Engineers DJ Jazzy Jay and The Summer Block Parties are made a special centennial membership for new BAAD! Open Call Artist Residency pres- DJ SpazeCraft One will record, loop, and possible by generous support from the members only: Enjoy all the benefi ts of ents new work in progress. Audience play back for the public on the spot. This FDNY Foundation. Those in attendance a Heritage Membership, $180, for only members are invited into the intimate Street Studio is one of twelve mobile re- will be able to take part in raffl es to win $100. For more information about mem- creative process as Richard shows and cording studios that will appear on side- FDNY items and other prizes. FDNY bership or any of our upcoming events shares dances he is preparing for a show walks throughout NYC as part of Make members will also be distributing fi re visit www.bpmm.org, call (718) 885-1461, in November. Music New York. safety coloring books and fi re helmets or email at [email protected]. Saturday, June 20 at 8 p.m., $15: The artists then have six hours to mix for children, fl ashlights and other FDNY * * * NI’JA WHITSON in When Water Dries one fi ve-minute track to share that eve- 150th Anniversary items. All children in Circus comes to the Bronx as part the Mouth: Experiments & Suite Prayers: ning at the “Street Studio Smackdown” attendance can meet the FDNY Fire and of City Parks Foundation’s Summer- The award-winning Bronx-based Dancer/ party at the DUMBO Spot in Brooklyn Life Safety Mascots, Hot Dog and Siren, Stage Kids International Contempo- Choreographer/Artists Ni’Ja Whitson / (160 Water St, 8pm-12am). Everyone as well as take part in obstacle courses, rary Circus Festival. New Yorkers will The NWA Project will present a culminat- who records material throughout the city dance performances and other activities be dazzled juggling, hoop diving and ing event of a year-long inquiry into the is invited to this free evening event. led by local community groups. partner acrobatics shows specially de- Divine in ritual, religion, sexuality, and The South Bronx has an incredible The Bronx block party will be held on signed to entertain all ages! The circus sex. While investigating the corrosive music history and lasting legacy across Saturday, July 11, at Quarters of Engine programs introduce New York City youth and subversive powers of institutional- many genres. Fifty years ago, cutting- Company 88 and Ladder Company 38, to contemporary circus, a growing genre ized religion, this evening of experiments, edge music proliferated in the South 2225 Belmont Avenue; and Saturday, that incorporates physical theater, dance statements, and prayers draws upon the Bronx; Donald Byrd, Herbie Hancock, August 22, at Quarters of Engine Com- and acrobatics. complicated legacies of Queer, Black, Thelonious Monk, Charlie Parker, Tito pany 60 and Ladder Company 17, 341 The 2015 season marks the third and African Indigenous expressions of/ Puente, Machito, the Chantels, and oth- East 143 Street. year of SummerStage Kids’ focus on toward salvation. ers launched their careers here. In the * * * contemporary circus. Families will get Friday, June 26 at 8 p.m., $15: Cel- 1970s, as arson, redlining, and disinvest- Celebrate dad with a Father’s Day the chance to see the best circus com- ebrating SYLVESTER and Gender Free- ment decimated the area, a new genera- “base ball match” at Bartow-Pell Man- panies, from North America and beyond, dom: The Out Like That! Dance Concert: tion of local innovators—including Grand- sion Museum on Sunday, June 21from make their mark in New York City as part Through the power and verve of dance, master Flash, DJ Kool Herc, Cold Crush 2 to 4 p.m. The New York Mutuals — re- of the International Contemporary Circus this shared bill of choreographers ex- Brothers, and KRS-ONE—sparked the enactment actors from Old Beth Page Vil- Festival. For the fi rst time, SummerStage press celebrate the dance diva Sylves- Hip Hop movement. Today, artists from a lage Restoration — play the Manetto Hill Kids will bring an evening circus program ter and gender freedom through works wide array of cultural backgrounds make Surprise with 1864 rules, balls, bats, and to the Bronx, with Brooklyn’s own Hybrid that either use his music or express the Bronx their home, creating new work, uniforms—but no helmets or gloves. After Movement Company and, from the state their ideas of gender freedom with Filip collaborating across genres and genera- the game, children join in the fun with a of Washington, The Incredible Incredible, A. Condeescu, Kharis Collins and eight tions, and innovating music forms. game of rounders with team members. performing for one night in Crotona Park. other choreographers. * * * Before the game, enjoy a Civil War Hybrid Movement Company will present BAAD!, crowned a funky and welcom- On Saturday, June 27, at 1 p.m., take era sing along on the Sing for Hope pi- two works incorporating dance, acro- ing performance space by The New York a walk down memory lane with. Phil ano on the mansion’s terrace; free house batics, and visual arts while The Incred- Times, creates, supports and presents Coltoff as he talks about his new book, tours at 12:15 p.m. and 1:15 p.m. as part of ible Incredible presents ‘Palindrome’, the works in all creative disciplines that are The Block, which covers his early years the Path Through History Weekend; and story of two imaginary friends meeting for empowering to women, people of color growing up in the Crotona Park section of a raffl e for the game ball round out the the fi rst time, a piece inspired by mime, and the LGBT community. the south Bronx. This free lecture will be afternoon. Registration for the “base ball physical comedy, American sideshow, Out Like That! receives support from held at the Museum of Bronx History, match” is requested by emailing info@ European clowns, and street theater. the Simon Bolivar Foundation, the Mertz located at 3266 Bainbridge Avenue. bpmm.org or calling (718) 885-1461. Cost For more information on Summer- Gilmore Foundation, The New York State Authors will have extra copies of their is $10 adults, $8 seniors, students, and Stage Kids International Contemporary Council on the Arts, the New York City books for purchase and signing. For di- members; $5 children 12 and under. Circus Festival events, visit http://www. Department of Cultural Affairs and Coun- rections, call (718) 881- 8900. The Sing for Hope program is a be- cityparksfoundation.org/events/category/ loved public art installation that brings circus/. brightly colored pianos to the parks and * * * A Trusted Name In The Community For Over 50 Years public spaces of NYC’s fi ve boroughs For the past 15 years, The Bronx for anyone and everyone to play. For Academy of Arts and Dance has pre- CHERICO REAL ESTATE two weeks in June, 50 pianos — each sented the Bronx’s only consistent cele- a unique art piece created by a different bration during gay pride month - The Out artist or designer — serve as gathering Like That! Festival at BAAD! The festi- places in their communities, hosting im- val takes place at BAAD!’s home base promptu concerts by professionals and at 2474 Westchester Avenue and contin- amateurs alike in an open festival of mu- ues through Friday, June 26, with a fi erce sic for all of New York City. After the two- line-up of dance, theatre, and wonder- week public exhibition, Sing for Hope do- ful performances featuring queer Bronx nates the instruments to under-resourced artists including Elizabeth “Macha” Mar- organizations allowing the pianos to en- rero’s new show Wholly Macha, events rich lives for years to come. The Sing for by Bronx choreographers Richard Rivera Hope piano will be accessible to the pub- and Ni’Ja Whitson, and a closing night lic from 9 to 5 p.m. through Sunday, June dance concert celebrating dance diva 21st. Check bpmm.org for schedule of Sylvester and Gender Freedom. For in- musicians playing the piano. formation and directions call (718) 918- Sunday, June 21 is also the last 2110 or visit www.BAADBronx.org. chance for museum-goers to view the The award-winning actress/comedi- ONX, NY spring exhibition Accomplished Women: enne/drag king, Elizabeth “Macha” Mar- BTR BRONX TIMES REPORTER, JUNE 19-25, 2015 55 Our Lady of Mercy School grew with Fordham population Our Lady of Mercy parish on Marion Avenue south of Fordham Road was offi cially established in 1907 but was actually in existence at St. John’s College (later known as Fordham University) as property on Marion Avenue Joseph Schuyler in the mid- early as 1852 according to a and is largely responsible 1950s showed that there were Fordham archivist. for much of its development. one thousand students in the The church moved out He died on May 13, 1907 and school and 8350 registered of the college in 1892 and Fr. Patrick N. Breslin (1867- parishioners. Fr. James Rigney was re- 1938) was named as the third The tide has changed, assigned from his parish in pastor. however, and many private Staten Island and appointed He extended the school schools now fi nd themselves pastor. building and rectory in 1913 downsizing for a number of He purchased the Keary and a survey taken the fol- reasons including econom- property on Marion Avenue lowing year indicated that ics and the lower birthrate where he established his there were 132 boys and 193 for Catholics. Families with church and school with the girls in the school with seven four, fi ve or more children, church opening in 1910. Ursuline nuns and two lay once the norm, are a thing of I checked a 1912 Bromley teachers. the past (my father was one map and found the rectory, The student body was of 12). church, and school on the growing at an alarming rate Today many couples have east side of Marion Avenue and a new school was opened one or two children. Our south of Fordham Road. in 1916. The nuns needed help Lady of Mercy School cur- The school building was to manage the growing stu- rently has about 300 students the only wooden structure dent body. with Denise O’Connell as and after its purchase served The Dominican Sisters principal and Fr. Ambiorix as both a rectory and school were called in and arrived in Rogriguez as pastor. I love with the classrooms up- 1917 to teach the boys and the their motto: “I can, I care, I stairs. Ursulines remained to in- count.” Fr. Rigney passed away struct the girls. on September 25, 1898 and The baby-boom after (Right) This is the original rectory Fr. Michael J. McEvoy was World War II created an- and school for Our Lady of Mercy appointed to take his place. other need for teachers as Parish on Marion Avenue south of He purchased additional a survey undertaken by Fr. Fordham Road. REPRINTED FROM 6/21/2012 He has lots to do. Visit www.deskovic.org or write to jeffreydesk- [email protected]. Skenazy speaks at conferences, companies, and schools about her book and blog Free-Range Kids. 56 BRONX TIMES REPORTER, JUNE 19-25, 2015 BTR Doing the time, but not doing the crime effrey Deskovic is curious and grandma. The victim was pretended to be my friend told Parole denied. about everyone and ev- a 15-year-old girl at his high me the other cops were go- He was freed only after the J erything. He goes to lec- school. Jeffrey caught the at- ing to harm me — he said he’d Innocence Project took his tures and reaches out to peo- tention of police for a bizarre been holding them back but case and did the new D.N.A. ple, including me. When I met reason: he seemed too deeply couldn’t indefi nitely. And he test. the 41-year-old Throggs Neck upset. The cops spent the next added if I did as they wanted, Jeff sued the prosecutors activist for breakfast at City six weeks focusing on Jeff. they would stop and I could go who kept the evidence from Coffee in Jackson Heights “Half the time they talked home afterwards.” his lawyer, and his lawyer who last week, he asked the weary to me as if I was a suspect. Jeffrey fell to the fl oor and didn’t interview his alibi, and waitress where she was from. The other time they would curled into fetal position, sob- the polygrapher who said the “Peru,” she replied, and she pretend they needed my help bing. But he gave them their test had “proven” his guilt — perked up when talk turned to to solve the crime,” said Jeff. confession. The false one that and won. her country’s purple corn drink “They’d say, ‘Kids won’t talk sent him to prison. With that money, he set up — chicha morada. freely around us. They will There was no other evi- a foundation to help the un- “It is very delicious but you around you.’ They were asking dence against him. His semen justly imprisoned. Now a law- must drink it ice-cold.” my opinions and congratulat- RHYMES did not match that found on the yer, investigator, and paralegal “Bring me one of those!” ing me on my insights.” victim, but the prosecutor said work on exonerating people said Jeff. For a shy young man who’d WITH CRAZY it didn’t matter because the behind bars for no reason — Jeff is making up for lost dreamed of becoming a po- girl was promiscuous — even and helping them once they time: the 16 years he spent lice offi cer, these were heady, C\efi\Jb\eXqp though police interviewed 19 get out. behind bars for a rape and confusing times. One day the friends who confi rmed that But most of all, they’re murder he didn’t commit. cops said they had new, spe- she had never had a boyfriend, working to prevent wrongful Jeff was exonerated in cial information to give him, lygrapher started giving me much less sex. But those in- convictions in the fi rst place. 2006. A new D.N.A. test but it was so sensitive that fi rst the third degree. He raised his terviews were kept from Jeff’s There’s a bipartisan bill matched a convict doing time he would have to take a lie de- voice and kept asking me the Legal Aid lawyer, who, for his in Albany that would create for another rape and murder. tector test. same questions over and over. part, never bothered to inter- a commission on prosecutor Since getting out, he has been He skipped school for this As each hour goes by my fear view Jeff’s alibi – the boy he’d conduct, Jeff says. The com- bringing attention to wrongful incredible privilege and three escalates, and toward the end been playing Wiffl e ball with at mission would punish pros- convictions and false confes- cops drove him out of town. he said, ‘What do you mean the time of the murder. ecutors who railroad defen- sions — like the one he made, There, for the next six hours, you didn’t do it! You just told After 15 years behind bars, dants. at age 16. they kept him in a small room, me through the test results Jeff fi nally came up for parole. And with that he fi nished You may remember the giving him endless cups of that you did! We just want you He still said he was innocent. his story and his chicha mo- case. It was up in Peekskill, coffee — as if he wasn’t shaky to verbally confi rm it!’ That To the board, this meant he rada. He smiled at the wait- New York, where Jeff was enough — but no food. shot my fear through the roof. was not taking responsibility ress, and headed out into a born and raised by his mom “After 40 minutes, the po- It was then that the cop who for his actions. beautiful June day. BY MICHAEL P. MCNERNEY The next meeting of the Country Club Civic Association will be held on Wednesday, June 24, at 7:30 p.m. The location of the meeting is the cafeteria building of the Villa Maria Academy, located at 3833 Country Club Road. This is the building immediately to cation. your left upon entering the campus. Examples of this would be graffi ti The June meeting will be our last until on utility poles, mail boxes, and call we reconvene in September, therefore boxes. we recommend you attend. We have begun assembling a list of On Tuesday, June 23, members of volunteers, and have started collect- our association will be attending the ing supplies that would be necessary East Bronx Traffi c Coalition Public Fo- for us to complete our mission. We rum on local traffi c issues. This meet- could always use more volunteers and ing will be held at Providence Rest, donated materials though. Please con- 3304 Waterbury Avenue, from 7 until sider what you can do to better assist 9 p.m.. Our members have been para- us on this day. mount in organizing this coalition, and Remember, the burden of maintain- ensuring that local traffi c issues are ing our community falls upon us all, being properly addressed by elected and not just the select few. Volunteers offi cials and municipal services. This will be provided a free t-shirt and will presentation on current problems, and be treated to a BBQ afterward. If you proposed solutions, would serve as an are interested in volunteering or do- excellent opportunity for you to share nating materials, please contact our your thoughts and ideas. We therefore event coordinator Angela Ryan at the encourage you to attend. number listed below. Our organization has coordinated The association can be reached via a Community Clean Up Day on Satur- mail at P.O. Box 211, Bronx, NY 10465, day, June 27, from noon until 4 p.m.. We and via telephone at (718) 823-1814. Be will assemble at 11:30 a.m. in the Villa sure to check our answering machine Maria parking lot to distribute materi- message for updated notifi cations re- als and assign coverage areas. From garding any changes to our meetings. there we will be combing through our Please remember, “Take pride in neighborhood to address any issues your community; your home extends that are in need of immediate rectifi - beyond your property line!” BTR BRONX TIMES REPORTER, JUNE 19-25, 2015 57 To Place Your Ad LEGAL NOTICES Call 718-260-4595 LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE 58 BRONX TIMES REPORTER, JUNE 19-25, 2015 BTR Ridgewood Savings Bank marks 10th anniversary of mobile branch Ridgewood Savings Bank nient on-board ATM. announced the 10th anniver- This 40-foot-long vehicle sary of its Mobile Branch, features a fully equipped bank which brings banking directly offi ce inside, enabling real- to the people—at senior living time transactions with cellu- facilities, schools, and com- lar technology. The traveling munity events throughout the branch is equipped with teller Bronx, Queens, Brooklyn, and windows, ATM, private offi ce, Long Island. and customer service desk. A “The Mobile Branch refl ects ramp can be lowered to ensure our commitment to serving full wheelchair access. our communities,” says, Peter The Mobile Branch also has M. Boger, chairman, president, been used in disaster recov- and chief executive offi cer of ery efforts. When the Breezy (L-r) From Ridgewood Savings Bank: Cathy Scibelli, Branch manager, Mobile Branch; Anthony Simeone, executive vice Ridgewood Savings Bank. “It Point community was dev- president and chief lending offi cer; Geraldine Brennan, senior vice president and chief risk offi cer; Walter Reese, senior brings the bank to people who astated during Superstorm vice president of Retail Banking; Rosemarie Mignogna, senior vice president andchief technology offi cer; Monica Zan- can’t easily get to a branch—al- Sandy, Ridgewood parked the otti, vice president and district manager; Laura K. Peters, senior vice president; LouAnn Mannino, vice president; and lowing many seniors to main- Mobile Branch on site for sev- Peter M. Boger, Chairman, president and CEO.. tain their fi nancial indepen- eral weeks, offering banking dence. It also provides a fun services as well as cell phone vice president and district man- board the Mobile Branch for great to be able to continue and engaging venue where we charges and supplies. It has ager, “Due to popular demand the Teach Children to Save pro- this tradition right here at my can teach children valuable fi - also been used to serve as a we are consistently expanding gram. home, without having to walk nancial lessons.” temporary branch in other lo- our footprint—including the Recently, the Ridgewood to the branch.” The Mobile Branch was the cations when the need arises. most recent addition, the Do- Mobile Branch pulled up to the Mobile Branch customers fi rst of its kind in New York Walter Reese, Ridgewood minican Village in Amityville. Plattduetsche Home in Frank- have access to a full range of State. In addition to now mak- Savings Bank’s senior vice Our success is due in part to lin Square for a special event services including the ability ing regular stops at 22 senior president of Retail Banking, people like Branch Manager to celebrate its 10th anniver- to: open new accounts, make housing centers, it serves as explains, “The Mobile Branch Cathy Scibelli, who lets every- sary. At the celebration, the se- deposits and withdrawals, cash a traveling classroom for the originated when we were brain- one who steps aboard the mo- niors streamed out to the can- checks, transfer funds between ABA Teach Children to Save storming about new ways to bile branch know that their opied garden space to enjoy a accounts, notary public, pur- Program. The branch travels serve our customers. Although business is important.” luncheon and an anniversary chase money orders and teller to more than a dozen elemen- banking has changed during Customers look forward to cake decorated with the Mobile checks, and purchase US post- tary schools each year, where the past 10 years and techno- the individual attention that Branch’s image. age stamps. students come aboard to learn logical advancements have Ms. Scibelli and her staff bring Dorothy Rifkin, who par- Vincent Benincasa, also a the basics of banking and man- given many customers greater to their banking needs—even ticipated in that event, says, “I customer, explains, “Not only aging money. It is also a wel- access to their fi nances, the bus taking their transactions in- have been banking at Ridge- is it so convenient, but it also come sight at a host of parades, still serves an important role side the lobby of facilities when wood Savings Bank for 80 feels very safe to me and the street fairs and festivals, where in our community.” the weather is inclement. She years—my entire life—since staff is so helpful and nice. The it provides information and According to Monica Zan- also brings banking to life for my family gave me a savings branch is a meaningful part of giveaways, along with a conve- otti, Ridgewood Savings Bank the many school children who account as a baby. I think it’s our lives.” way to discuss some general Another issue was the issue our regularly scheduled meet- BY LOUIS G. LUTNICK topics instead of being so fo- of rats. The heat comes and it ings in September. We already On June 9, the Pelham Park- cused on one topic as usually brings the vermin with it. Part have a list of potential speak- way Neighborhood Association we are during meetings. With of the problem is the unsani- ers, thanks to people who have had our last monthly meeting the coming of summer the big tary situation on our sidewalks made suggestions so our com- for this session. It was a well- topic was of course barbequing. because of dumped grease by munity should look forward to attended meeting, as is par for We’ve already seen plenty of food trucks and even restau- our next season of meetings. the course during our June people ignoring the signs in rants. If you see someone il- Additionally we will con- meetings. Bronx Park on both the south legally dumping grease then tinue to operate during the This year we brought in a and north side and along the to alleviate the issue. In addi- please call 311. summer months. We will have special guest from Morning- parkway since Memorial Day tion with regards to this issue, If you know of a rat problem a graffi ti cleanup as we do ev- side Multicare Center to pro- so we know we are going to people are moving No barbe- in a building or store then con- ery summer so check our Fa- vide a brief summary and in- see a lot more in the coming quing signs from one side of tact the PPNA through Face- cebook page for information. formation about their services months. the parkway to the other side book, and we will use our con- We will of course monitor the and assisted living programs. Well we’ve have also seen of the parkway, or changing tacts at the Board of Health to barbequing situation, and have The program does accept Med- some response from the Parks them to different directions help with the situation. Some many other initiatives we will icaid and is eligible for private Department as well, they were so they cannot be seen. As al- other tidbits, look forward to post about as soon as we have as well. The most important distributing papers inform- ways if you see someone vio- seeing the express bus return info on it. thing that they conveyed to us ing people in the park that lating the barbequing ban call to its previous stop thanks to Remember the PPNA is a is that they will work out an in- there is ‘No Barbequing’ in 311 to fi le a complaint and get the efforts of a concern citizen not-for-profi t organization as dividual plan for each person the park, nor propane tanks or a complaint number and then (No timeframe given though) such we depend on not just do- to try to meet their budgetary open fl ames allowed. Violators follow up with the community and the community expressed nations but volunteers as well. needs. They also assured us will receive fi nes up to $200 or board or PPNA with the num- the need for more night patrols If anyone is interested in donat- they provide mental programs more. The fl yer also had a list ber. Remember there is power especially with the increase in ing or fi nding out how to volun- as well as traditional physical of parks where you could bar- in numbers and the more com- crime (not likely given the lack teer with us please contact us programs for patients. beque. plaints they receive the more of staff or funding at our local through Facebook and we will The meeting, being our last Hopefully wide dissemi- likely we will see a positive re- precincts). get back to you. Thank you and of this session, provided us a nating of this info will help sponse. The PPNA will return with enjoy a healthy summer. BTR BRONX TIMES REPORTER, JUNE 19-25, 2015 59 To Place Your Ad LEGAL NOTICES Call 718-260-4595 LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE More Classifieds online at BXTIMES.COM 60 BRONX TIMES REPORTER, JUNE 19-25, 2015 BTR Excellence in Stroke Care for Lincoln Medical our world-class medical team whom Milton Nuñez, executive director New York State designated Stroke Cen- Honor Roll - Elite Plus Award,” hospi- work tirelessly to ensure that stroke of the New York City Health and Hos- ter, Lincoln Medical Center continues tals must meet quality measures de- patients receive the most appropriate pitals Corporation (HHC) Lincoln to achieve a high level of quality per- veloped to reduce the time between and evidenced-based treatment. The Medical Center, announced today that formance, implementing life-prolong- the patient’s arrival at the hospital patients in our community deserve HHC Lincoln has received from the ing treatments, and ensuring that the and treatment with the blood clot- the absolute best in healthcare and we American Heart Association/Ameri- care we provide to stroke patients is busting medications approved by the work toward this goal daily.” can Stroke Association (AHA/ASA) aligned with the latest scientifi c guide- U.S. Food and Drug Administration “The Gold Plus is a top award given the “Get With the Guidelines - Stroke lines.” to treat ischemic stroke. If given in- to select hospitals in each state and Gold Plus Award” as well as the “Get HHC Lincoln earned the “Stroke travenously in the fi rst three hours would not have been possible without With The Guidelines® - Target: Stroke Gold Plus Award” for achieving 85% after the start of stroke symptoms, the support and hard work from mul- Honor Roll - Elite Plus Quality Achieve- or higher compliance for two consec- the medication, tPA, has been shown tiple disciplines and departments,” ment Award,” for the successful im- utive years with all seven of the As- to signifi cantly reduce the effects of said Riyad Basir, MD, FCCP, Chief of plementation of higher standards of sociation’s stroke achievement mea- stroke and lessen the chance of per- Pulmonary and Critical Care, Direc- stroke care, aimed at reducing death sures, including aggressive guidelines manent disability. tor of Stroke Center. “This is one of and disability, and improving the lives for the use of certain medications, “Our receipt of this important Gold the fi nest examples of collaboration of stroke patients. and encouraging patients to enroll in Plus status and our inclusion in the amongst interdisciplinary teams. “When a patient comes through Smoking Cessation and other second- Honor Roll-Elite Plus is a testament With a stroke, time lost is brain lost, our doors in a critical situation, they ary stroke prevention programs to im- to the great care provided at Lincoln and this award demonstrates our trust us to provide the right care, at the prove patient outcomes. Medical Center,” said Anita Soni, MD, commitment to quality and patient- right time,” said Milton Nuñez. “As a To achieve the “Target: Stroke Chief Medical Offi cer. “I am proud of centered care.” CHRYS NAPOLITANO sputtered, after a few seconds 1/4 cup soy sauce our CSA this year is that we We had our fi rst LPCA CSA of silence, “What do you think, 1/4 cup sesame oil worked with our meat and 2015 distribution last Monday we’re supposed to start Vic- 3 tablespoons rice vinegar dairy supplier to have some ba- night and tonight will be the tory Gardens again, you want 2 tablespoons fi nely sic products available for our second week. Lots of new faces people to grow their own food? chopped garlic members to purchase at the but mostly our CSA is fi lled That’s going backwards!!” I 2 tablespoons grated peeled distribution site. We will con- with ‘repeat customers’, some smiled and reminded him that fresh ginger tinue to curate what’s avail- who have skipped a few years sometimes the advances we’ve 1 1/2 teaspoons chili paste able in the market and expand and have returned to the fold promoted have not worked out another level. We want our or 1 teaspoon dried pepper the options for our members and some that have been with so well and that maybe the old members to learn how to uti- fl akes by introducing new products us from the very beginning. ways are better. lize their shares to the fullest 1 tablespoon Hoisin sauce every month. For our fi rst of- So many people are seeing He continued to rage and I potential and avoid as much Juice of 1 lime fering, we will have available the fi nancial benefi ts (as well realized that I was wasting my waste as possible. After 10 3/4 cup water to our members all the mak- as the health benefi ts) of join- time and I told him so and that years in CSA, we know what Combine all ingredients in ings of a local BBQ – ground ing. I noticed that for one of I was pretty much done speak- has to be eaten fi rst and what a blender and keep stored in a beef, ground turkey, hot dogs, our split shares, we have half ing with him. can wait until the weekend. jar. Make a batch and keep it in vegan burgers, sauerkraut and purchased by a family with I understand anger and We know recipes and tech- the fridge to top your stir fry’s. pickles. two children who is splitting frustration, I’m on the board niques that will help our mem- What’s also great is the left- We’re working on a simple her share with a trio of single of my local civic organiza- bers fully enjoy their shares, overs, I like the dressed greens order form so that more of our women. The three women plan tion and I get very frustrated especially when they receive cold with some chopped avo- members can access these ter- on leaving the distribution to when things to don’t progress. things that they don’t know cado and a good squeeze of lime rifi c artisanal products, espe- return to their apartment and I get angry when I realize that what to do with. The fi rst juice. Should keep for a month cially once items on hand be- plan their meals for the week my own will and desire to do weeks of CSA are fi lled with in the fridge. If you have a pea- gin to sell out. around what they received. something, however trivial or salad greens and Asian greens. nut allergy, you can substitute In the meantime, I will So to those who say that CSA game changing, is not enough For the fi rst week, we made any other nut butter. I would try to block out the negative is too expensive, I say, here is a sometimes. Sometimes, we sure our members know to use recommend cashew. and continue to be the change way that people can still take just beat our heads against the the red leaf lettuce fi rst, it’s Another new element to I want to see in the world. advantage of the access to lo- wall. Sometimes, we’re just so tender! We recommended cal food while not having it angry and frustrated. Some- a night or two of family salad break the bank. A few weeks times, we can’t get past the an- bar and told our members that ago, we spoke at a meeting of ger and frustration to see the the Asian greens will last un- BY TONY SALIMBENE, one of our local neighborhood answer. til later in the week. Next meeting, Sunday, civic associations and after the What’s the answer? I don’t Bok Choi, Chinese cabbage, June 28 to be held at TN Me- meeting was over, a local orga- know that for anyone other Mizuna and mustard greens morial Post 1456 (sick of me nizer person (who I will not than myself: the answer is to may be new to some and so reminding you yet?) That’s name) started arguing with breathe, to slow down and re- we told our members to stir regular time with our after me about how I could in good member that we are all trying. fry these vegetables in a com- election BBQ to follow. conscience, promote the CSA I try to stay focused and not get bination of sesame oil (fl avor) Remember, if anyone while ‘senior citizens were eat- distracted by what I like to call and avocado oil (high smoke knows of a veteran in distress, gram). ing out of garbage pails. the “bright, shiny objects” of point) and dress them with my please contact one of us so we Thank you New York State I tried to reason with him modern society that distract ‘Spicy Peanut Sauce’, which is can get the information to the and the D.A’s offi ce. at fi rst, saying that there are us from what is important. made with pantry basics and right person or agency. You We wish Joe Garofolo and many programs that help feed It’s not easy and sometimes it whipped up in a blender (see will be hearing a lot about Pat Jerry Decanio well - two of seniors and low income fami- takes a great force of will to recipe below). Devine’s mentor work with our WW2 vets. Joe served lies and that sometimes people remove myself from this arti- I made a large platter fi lled the newly established Veter- in the Pacifi c, Jerome in the just don’t know where these fi cial world and simply sit in with each of the stir fried an’s Court. Aleutians. programs are and how to uti- the backyard and watch the Asian greens from that week’s Remind any nay-sayers Chris D. and I are off to lize them. He didn’t seem to dogs run around. Sometimes, share and dressed it lightly. that this is not a ‘get out of jail Department of NY American want to hear this and fi nally as I’ve said in recent columns, Everyone enjoyed being able free card’ but a way to deter- Legion College to learn about I said, “Well then, if you don’t it means just turning off the to taste the dish and before the mine a mal adaptive behav- what we are actually supposed like my solutions, then what do morning news! evening was over, there was ioral pattern from PTSD and to be doing at the post! you think needs to happen?” I would rather focus on the nothing left! to break the cycle and have Until next time: Did you Insert sound of crickets good, on the happy people in 1 cup peanut butter (noth- the vet in need adapt rather remember Flag Day? Doesn’t here, because of course, he our CSA. This year, we set an ing fancy, I used plain old than become a regular visitor matter because you fl y your had not solutions! Instead, he intention to bring our CSA to Skippy, just don’t use low fat!) to jail (a form of diversion pro- fl ag every day, right? BTR BRONX TIMES REPORTER, JUNE 19-25, 2015 61 To Place Your Ad LEGAL NOTICES Call 718-260-4595 LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE SUPREME COURT - COUNTY OF BRONX HSBC BANK USA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR DEUTSCHE ALT-A SECURITIES, INC., MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES SERIES 2005-4, Plaintiff against DHANRAJ RAJKUMAR, et al Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale dated on March 16, 2015. I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Bronx County Courthouse, 851 Grand Concourse, Room 600, Bronx, N.Y. on the 20th day of July, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. Said premises known as 1040 Longfellow Avenue, Bronx, N.Y. 10459. (Block: 2758, Lot: 70). Approximate amount of lien $ 503,191.87 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed judgment and terms of sale. Index No. 380772-11. Francis D. Terrell, Esq., Referee. McCabe, Weisberg & Conway Attorney(s) for Plaintiff 145 Huguenot Street - Suite 210 New Rochelle, New York 10801 (914) 636-8900 66 BRONX TIMES REPORTER, JUNE 19-25, 2015 BTR “It’s a blessing to say ‘I am going to get drafted,’ but the wait is crazy. Hopefully I can become a Diamondback if everything goes well.” WESLEY RODRIGUEZ ...... 68 Cardinals draft former Horace Mann star Bader BY JOSEPH STASZEWSKI Harrison Bader doesn’t PIPE see getting draft as just com- pletion of a lifelong dream but the start of one. DREAMS The St. Louis Cardinals selected the former Horace By Bob Connolly Mann and current Florida University baseball star in the third round and 100th overall last week in in the Major League Baseball First- Baseball Year Player Draft. Bader saw the news in school’s gym af- ter his team’s practice in preparation for the College Draft Baseball World Series. After the realizing sunk in, Bader’s Baseball Draft mind began to think about Andrew Marchand (ESP- what lies ahead. NNY.com) suggested: “With “My excitement shifted most players needing three from, ‘Oh my God I can’t be- to five years to develop, there lieve I got drafted,’ to ‘Oh my is no point, Cashman said, God I can’t wait to get ready in drafting for need. By the to start taking care of busi- time a draftee makes the ma- ness in pro ball.” jors, a club’s past weakness The Cardinals were one of might pivot into a strength. the organizations Bader, the In 1992, the Yankees, Gators left fi elder, spoke with at No. 6, decided on a high prior to the draft. He couldn’t school kid from Kalama- be happier to be selected by a zoo, Michigan, named Derek organization that has won 11 Jeter. Whatever happened to World Series titles, including him? one in 2012 and have a history Scouting and fate deter- of developing young players. mine the future of a fran- “They have had a tremen- chise. Sitting at No. 16, the dous amount of incredible Yankees are in their best po- players come through and sition in more than two de- still do,” Bader said. “To be cades. a part of something so spe- ESPN.com draft expert cial and something ass Keith Law predicts the Yan- winning as the Car- kees will take Cornelius Ran- dinals have been dolph, a 6-foot-1, 200-pound really speaks for it- shortstop from Griffin, Geor- self.” gia. He thinks catcher Chris His journey couldn’t Former Horace Mann star Harrison Bader was drafted by the St. Louis Cardinals in the third round. Betts from Long Beach, Cali- have taken a much differ- Photos courtesy of Florida Athletics/Tim Casey fornia, and second baseman ent route out of high school. Ian Happ from Cincinnati, Bader de-committed from The junior has let his along with14 doubles. Bader Bader’s immediate goal is also are possibilities. Pittsburg, picked Maryland game do plenty of talking has yet to commit and error. to try to help Florida win a While no one can know before head coach Erik Bak- during his career a Florida. The power surge has come national championship and for sure what they will do, ich left for Michigan, only to Last year as a sophomore her naturally, without a change cap what has already been an the Yankees won’t have to end up at Florida after it lost led the squad with a .337 av- of approach at the plate. amazing year. Long term, he rely as much on chance this two outfi elders in the 2012 erage, while posting 24 RBI, “The power numbers hon- has much grander plans with year to get the player they draft. Bader went on to be 27 runs scored and15 walks. estly took care of themselves,” the Cardinals. want. a star with the Gators. The Bader swiped 13 bases and Bader said. “My approach to “I have every intention “There are more people experience has been a hum- only made one error in the the plate has always been the of proving them right and in the pool,” Oppenheimer bling one. fi eld. This has seen a rise in same. I thin the power num- working everyday to make a said.” “To be where I am at two his power number. He is bat- bers came with a little experi- difference in a major league Sabathia-Warren years later, I wouldn’t believe ting .292 with a career-high ence and being more comfort- lineup,” Bader said. “That’s Continued on Page 69 you,” Bader said. 15 home runs and 61 RBI to go able in the SEC.” the ultimate goal.” BTR BRONX TIMES REPORTER, JUNE 19-25, 2015 67 Cary Leeds Center for Tennis & Learning BY LARRY LEEDS toine, herself a fi ne tennis player. Earlier this week the Cary Leeds The completion of the Cary Leeds Center for Tennis & Learning of- Center marks the culmination of fi cially opened with a ribbon cut- a decade-long intensive effort. The ting ceremony in Crotona Park. The fundraising has been a public-pri- $26.5 million state of the art sports vate endeavor with over 530 private and education center will touch the donors whose individual contribu- lives of an estimated 30,000 South tions ranged from one hundred dol- Bronx students in one of the poor- lars to several millions of dollars. est Congressional districts in the The Mayor’s Offi ce, the City Council United States. and the Bronx Borough President’s As Bronx residents visit the Cen- Offi ce contributed mightily to our ter for the fi rst time, they may won- cause. The project is a testament der, ‘Who was Cary Leeds?’ to the magnifi cent results that are Cary was a star tennis player, and possible when government and the a graceful, charismatic, and attrac- private sector work together for the tive young man. He was once voted common good. the most handsome male player on Dalia and I were amazed by how the professional circuit. He played many of Cary’s friends rushed to tennis for Yale, competed in six US Larry Leeds, Cary Leeds and Dalia Leeds (Larry’s husband and Cary’s mother) together contribute once plans for the Cen- Opens and fi ve Wimbledon champi- in 1977. ter were announced. These friends onships, and at the height of his ca- joined with our family to strive to reer, was the 12th ranked doubles It is sad day when parents out- who helped coach Cary at age thir- memorialize Cary’s life. As a result, player in the world. After he left the live their progeny, and thus it was teen, had the idea that we build The thousands of young Bronx residents circuit, he continued to play tennis with my wife Dalia and myself. In Cary Leeds Center. NYJTL, now will benefi t from the joint character- and was ranked number two in the the year’s since Cary’s passing, Da- known as New York Junior Tennis building experiences of tennis and nation in the over forty singles clas- lia and I developed a strong desire & Learning, has a mission focused education. Thus our dream is being sifi cation. He spent the rest of his life – which became a passion – to make on children, tennis, and educa- fulfi lled by these wonderful expe- fl uctuating between business and sure that our son’s life would be re- tion – three areas that were central riences that so many children will teaching young players the game of membered in a way that would make to Cary’s life. NYJTL is uniquely have as a result of Cary’s legacy. If tennis before passing away in 2003 the world a better place. qualifi ed to manage the Center’s Cary could look down from heaven at age 45. New York Junior Tennis League programming under the guidance he would be so very proud and hon- Cary was also my son. (NYJTL) co-founder Skip Hartman, of President and CEO Deborah An- ored. Bronx native Rodriguez drafted by D-Backs BY JOSEPH STASZEWSKI “It was like a moment of si- runs and drove in 33 runs. On Wesley Rodriguez needed lence,” Rodriguez said. “Then the mound he went 5-0 while a distraction as the wait to it really hit me.” striking out 56 batters and fi nd out his baseball future During the wait he said his walking just three in 25 in- dragged on longer than ex- family stood by him and told nings of work. pected. him to keep his head up and Rodriguez, who was clocked The George Washington to stay confi dent that things as high as 98 mph on the radar fi reballer and Morris Heights were going to turn out well. gun, had MLB scouts follow- native stepped away from fol- Rodriquez, who is committed ing him all season. There was lowing the draft to shoot some to Pittsburgh, was a bit antsy one from every team, includ- hoops with friends. Baseball at the PSAL Wingate dinner ing Tigers general manager was supposed to be the last on the fi rst day of the draft. Dave Dombrowski, watching thing on his mind for a few He was constantly checking him strike out 16 batters as the hours. his phone, while waiting to be Trojans won the Monroe tour- “I needed to not think honored as the league’s best nament title. about things, relax,” Rodri- senior student-athlete in his George Washington coach guez said. sport. Steve Mandl called him the Instead during that time “It’s a blessing to say I am best two-way players he’s Rodriguez’s phone fi nally going to get drafted, but the ever coached and among his range. His name was called. wait is crazy,“ Rodriguez said. top three hitters along with The 5-foot-11, 200-pound He had not signed with the former MLB All-Star Manny Rodriguez, a pitcher and third Diamondbacks heading into Ramirez. Rodriguez saw his baseman, was projected to go this week. Rodriguez said af- velocity dip later in the sea- in the top fi ve round of the ter the Mayor’s Cup all-star son, but he was still effective. Major League Baseball First- game last Sunday that his He scored the winning run Morris Heights native Wesley Rodriguez was drafted by the Arizona Dia- Year Player Draft. Instead he camp is still negotiating with and came on with two on and mondbacks in the 12th round. Photo by Steven Schnibbe was selected in the 12th round the club. one away to get the fi nal out of and 346th overall on the third “Hopefully I can become a George Washington’s 1-0 win the opposite fi eld. He knows was still the same after the ex- day of the draft last week. Ro- Diamondback if everything over Tottenville in the PSAL what he is doing there, but pectation of it all season. driguez was surprised by how goes well,” he said. title game. with a golden arm they are “It was like a weight off my far he had dropped, but was Rodriguez was the best “He just does everything,” probably going to take him as shoulder, like a building came happy to have his dream of be- player in New York City this Mandl said. “He is intelligent. a pitcher.” off my shoulder,” Rodriguez ing drafted fulfi lled. He took a season. He batted .673 in He has an approach. He has The selection took longer said. “It’s crazy. The feeling is moment to let it all sink in. league play, smashed six home tremendous power. He goes to than expected, but the feeling amazing.” 68 BRONX TIMES REPORTER, JUNE 19-25, 2015 BTR Pipe Dreams: Silver Threads; Molinaro Marinara; Perry Patter from Page 67 The commissioner said the NBA tle message to emerge from this 2,000! Imagine what you could Andrew Marchand wrote about will make adjustments to the sched- Bama brouhaha? Though football get for one signed by Whizzer Adam Warren, “His quality start ule in 2015-16 to limit back-to-back will create millions in deficits, White.” Hard to believe, yet true,” was his fifth straight. No one on the games as another effort to reduce Watts now says that it would “fos- noted Greg Cote of The Miami Her- staff has had more in a row this sea- the grind of the season and reduce ter much goodwill” and bring “pos- ald. “This is the first NBA Finals son. the number of injuries to players. itive national attention.” The les- since 1998 that does not include Still, you could imagine the Yan- “I think the science over time son here, boys and girls, is an old Kobe Bryant, Dwyane Wade or Tim kees would ideally like to put him zone travel has gotten much better, one: At almost every level of com- Duncan.” back in the bullpen to pitch the sev- where moving four time zones we petition, school administrators are Alabama-Birmingham rein- enth in support of Dellin Betances think may have an effect on players’ powerless to stop football. stated its football program for play and Andrew Miller. It could make bodies that we may not have under- Carolina way: Watch as media in 2016 — just six months after an- the Yankees even better at the back stood historically,” Silver said. “So and fan interest in the NCAA’s no- nouncing it was scrapping it. of games. But, if Warren and Sa- this is all something we’re taking tice of allegations against North If anyone has any sense of for- bathia continue to pitch like they a very close look at. We’re working Carolina focuses on whether or tuitous timing, the season open- have starters, how do you take War- in conjunction with the players’ as- not Roy Williams and his highly er’s very first play call will be a re- ren out of the rotation? sociation on this.” ranked basketball team can escape verse.” Warren has always been liked, I don’t feel it has to be one or the serious sanctions - not on the years Walmart is taking songs sung but maybe not loved by the Yankees. other. There has to be some way of shameful academic fraud at the by Celine Dion and Justin Bieber He was always been in a group of these smart guys can figure out school.” off its in-store playlist after com- prospects, but was never the head- how to combine the two. Perry Patter plaints from employees. liner, like the since traded Manny Molinaro Marinara Dwight Perry (Seattle Times) But when it comes to assaulting Banuelos. Bob Molinaro (Hampton Roads wrote: “Bidding on eBay for a De- the senses, why stop there? No more Warren doesn’t tantalize you Pilot) wrote, “Tail wags dog: Al- troit stadium urinal autographed Phillies games on the TV sets!” with how great he could become, he abama-Birmingham president by ex-Lions star Barry Sanders has lulls you into realizing maybe this Ray Watts, the man who killed surpassed $2,000. guy has staying power to be pretty the school’s football program, wel- good. comed it back six months later af- YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD - YOUR NEWS On a team filled with a lot of nice ter the people who write the big guys, Warren may be the nicest. checks and others who were mak- The Bronx Times On-Line The guy never seems to be in bad ing his life a living hell convinced Your world is 24/7... NOW so are we. mood, nor does he ever lose his cool. him that a university without foot- They are not the most important at- ball just doesn’t count for much ÜÜÜ°LÝÌiðV tributes, but his even keel does not anymore. Isn’t that one not-so-sub- hurt. For his sake, he is not thinking about what might be, rather what is. “I hate to look too far into the fu- ture into what might happen,” War- ren said. We don’t have that same dislike and -- if the trends continues and Stepinac High School names Keith there are no injuries -- the question that must be asked: How do you take Warren out of the rotation?” I’m sure the trade talk is abuzz on Richardson new baseball coach River Ave. about this time. Let’s see what the next starts bring. Silver Threads Archbishop Stepinac High School, Coach O’Donnell for entrusting me Kevin Amovitz (ESPNNY.com) ranked as one of the 50 top Catholic to lead our proud baseball program.” wrote about, NBA Commissioner, high schools in the nation, has named He added:”I am extremely grateful to Adam Silver’s, talk at the NBA fi- Keith Richardson as the new baseball Coach Pat Duffy for giving me the op- nals, “On the suggestion of seed- coach. portunity to be a part of this special ing NBA playoff teams 1 through 16 Previously an assistant baseball program, and for being such a great rather than ordering the top eight coach at the all-boys high school, mentor and friend. I will do my very in each conference, Silver said con- Richardson succeeds Pat Duffy who best to continue the success and tradi- cerns over player health and the lon- announced his retirement after serv- tion that has been built at Stepinac.” ger distances teams would travel ing for more than 10 years at the helm O’Donnell stated, “We have been during early-round matchups were a of Stepinac’s baseball program. Duffy very lucky to have Keith in our base- deterrence. piloted the Crusaders team to an im- ball program for more than 10 years. “I think ultimately where we came pressive record of 205 wins as well as I know he will do a great job in con- out is this notion of 1-through-16 4 Division Championships in 2005, tinuing the growth of the program seeding, while it seems attractive 2008, 2009 and 2010. and helping our athletes make suc- in many ways, because of the addi- Stepinac Coach Mike O’Donnell cessful transitions to college athlet- tional travel that will result, it just said many of Duffy’s former players ics.” doesn’t seem like a good idea at the have gone on to play baseball in col- About Archbishop Stepinac High moment,” Silver said. lege. “Pat has worked very hard to School He cited the Golden State War- make Stepinac baseball what it is to- Keith Richardson The mission of Archbishop Stepi- riors, who would have faced the day.” nac High School is to offer young men Boston Celtics in the first round of Richardson’s long- time associa- where he earned a BBA in Business of the Archdiocese of New York a this year’s playoffs under such a sce- tion with Stepinac began in 2004 Management and also played base- highly competitive academic and ex- nario. when he started coaching baseball. ball. He holds a Master’s Degree in tracurricular program that will pre- “This notion of, for example, this In 2011, he left Stepinac to serve as Physical Education and Sport Peda- pare them for college and leadership team would have played Boston in assistant baseball coach for his alma gogy from Manhattanville College. roles. The faculty and staff accom- the first round under a 1-through-16 mater, Pace University, but returned “I am truly honored to be named plish these objectives by pursuing seeding and would have had to criss- to Stepinac a year later as assistant Stepinac’s head baseball coach,” Rich- excellence and creating a supportive, cross back and forth across the coun- director of athletics and assistant ardson said. ”I would like to thank disciplined atmosphere with a strong try, which does not seem like a good baseball coach with Duffy. Father Thomas Collins (the school’s sense of camaraderie and Christian idea,” Silver said. Richardson is a graduate of Pace President), Principal Paul Carty and values that is unique to the Stepinac BTR BRONX TIMES REPORTER, JUNE 19-25, 2015 69 Preston softball stars go out winners at Mayor’s Cup BY JOSEPH STASZEWSKI around to score on a two-run single by Preston’s seniors have known noth- Notre Dame Academy’s Lauren Duffy ing but heartbreak at the end of each to give the CHSAA a 4-0 lead. The Cath- of its seasons, losing in four straight olic schools tacked on another run in CHSAA Archdiocesan softball cham- the second against Frank Sinatra ace pionship games. Breanna Traphouse. One fi nal game allowed Panthers “We just took advantage,” Orrico Julianna Orrico, Madeline Giannnini said. “I started it up and then we kept it and Victoria Rivera got to go out win- going and we got four run in that fi rst ners as part of the CHSAA senior all- inning and that as big.” star team at the Mayor’s Cup’s game She then came on to pitch two score- last Friday at the College of Staten Is- less frames in the third and fourth. Or- land. The Catholic school’s best beat rico struck out one, but did not allow their PSAL counterparts 9-0 for brag- a base runner. She said it was much Preston’s Julianna Orrico took home MVP honors at the Mayor’s Cup softball game. ging rights. Orrico was named the more diffi cult to navigate through a Photo by Steven Schnibbe game’s MVP. lineup for all stars. “It’s bitter sweet,” Orrico said. “I “You have to be on your toes, make really wanted to participate in it and was a little nervous, a little rusty,” she loved putting on the uniform again sure you are hitting your spots,” Or- I got stuck in traffi c on the highway. I said. with all of these girls I’ve played with rico said. was getting real nervous because I re- It all added up to memorable an over these four years. It’s defi nitely Giannini nearly didn’t get a chance ally wanted to make it. It’s something happy experience for the Panthers awesome. I’m sad to have give the uni- to make an impact. She was late to the really special.” trio. form back, but it was a good way to end game after getting out of work .The She arrived midway though the “It feels good to end with a win, go it.” outfi elder is a golf caddy at the Green- contest and to played the fi nal three out with a bang in something as cool She was big part of the CHSAA’s wich Country Club in Connecticut. innings. Giannini walked in the eight as this,” Giannini said. “It’s pretty fun four-run fi rst inning. She singled Traffi c to Staten Island didn’t make and scored one of the CHSAA’s four to end like this and remember my high and an error on the play allowed two things any better. runs in the frame. school four years of softball like this is runs to come home. Orrico later came “I was worried,” Giannini said. “I “I didn’t warm up or anything so I really cool.” WARRIOR FOOTBALL REGISTRATION Warrior Football commissioner Joe Desimone and chief Jerry Demers invite all boys and girls ages 5 to 13 to take part in registration for Flag Football (ages 5 to 7) and Tackle Football (ages 7 to 13) at Rice Stadium in Pelham Bay Park, on Saturday, June 20, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Registrants should be accompanied by an adult and should bring a copy of their birth certifi cate. Ages are determined as of April 30. Weight for divisions tentatively set as follows: Flag, no weight; Jr. Pee Wee (7 to 9 year olds), no more than 115 pounds (10 year olds), 105 pounds; Pee Wee (10 to 12 yearw olds), no more than 135 pounds (13 year olds), 115 pounds. For additional information call Jerry at (718) Preston’s Julianna Orrico took home MVP honors at the Mayor’s Cup softball game. 829-7574 or Joe at (347) 242) 1423. Photo by Steven Schnibbe 70 BRONX TIMES REPORTER, JUNE 19-25, 2015 BTR Crotona Park tennis center opens From page 1 Antoine. founded a software company, while he NYJTL will not disappoint, said coached youth tennis until he passed founder Skip Hartman, and will offer away in 2003. A column by his father, incredible opportunities for kids in the Larry Leeds, can be found on page 68. surrounding neighborhoods for years “Cary really knew how important to come. sports could be in changing the lives of “This will be a path to success in children,” said NYJTL CEO Deborah life.” The new Cary Leeds Center for Tennis and Learning opened on June 15 in Crotona Park. Community News Group / Jaime Williams Electeds: suspend bar’s liquor license From page 1 yet again having partnered with an out- community and elected offi cials to ad- side promoter. It is obvious now that the dress concerns raised by World BBQ. reason why Michelle Kauffman would During the meeting, Kauffman ex- not surrender her license is that she plained she was overwhelmed and was planned on continuing these irresponsi- (l to r): famed tennis coach Nick Bollettieri, Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr., and former not equipped, nor possessed the man- ble business practices right up until the mayor and NYJTL supporter David Dinkins. Photo courtesy of the Borough President’s offi ce agement skills required to operate the point where she can hand off this thorn establishment and was in negotiations in the community’s side to an inexperi- to sell the location to Taylor and his enced and unprepared new owner, if in #OME !ND *OIN 5S )N 2ECOGNITION wife. fact she was being honest about her in- Afterwards, the lieutenant in charge tent to sell,” the letter stated. Of This Year’s Honorees returned the liquor license to Kauff- Both the senator’s spokesperson man who claimed no other events aside and Councilman Vacca confi rmed the 25 from a weekly meeting with police and Bronx Beer Garden cancelled this past BRONX INFLUENTIAL corrections offi cers were scheduled for Saturday’s event. kiaj this location. “We’re very disturbed and outraged S 2013 According to a spokesperson from by what happened at the Bronx Beer Senator Jeff Klein’s offi ce, Kauffman Garden last month and that is some- and Taylor misrepresented themselves thing we do not want to happen here during the meeting after it was discov- again,” Assemblyman Benedetto said. ered another event similar to World “We don’t mind having bars or tav- BBQ was still set occur despite them erns in the neighborhood, however we stating otherwise. expect them to be mindful of the com- Senator Klein, Councilman James munity and to have control over their Vacca, and Assemblyman Michael establishment as well as in the events Benedetto wrote to the New York State they hold.” Liquor Authority commissioners Jean- “This letter is strong and I believe ique Greene and Kevin Kim on Thurs- we all must be strong as well to protect day, June 4, calling for the immediate our community’s quality of life,” Coun- 6th Annual Role Model suspension of the Bronx Beer Garden’s cilman Vacca said. “We hope the SLA Recognition Honors liquor license. will act upon this letter and we will be Tuesday, June 30, 2015 - 6pm to 10pm $R !NITA 6AZQUEZ "ATISTI #YNTHIA *ONES “At the meeting, the current owner keeping a closer eye on the Bronx Beer $ENISE 0AGAN Naomi Pouchie Michelle Kauffman and prospective Garden.” owner Jerald Taylor apologized and dis- “The Bronx is our home and as such $EBRA !NN *AFFEE $R $EBORAH $OLAN (UNT cussed at great length their remorse, I refuse to let negligent, deceitful busi- 2EV #ARMEN (ERNANDEZ Wilma Tamayo willingness to cooperate with the com- ness owners endanger the safety and -ICHELLE #ENTENO Hon. Llinet Rosado Per Person Loretta Zaino munity and shared desire to turn over security of local families and children. Rhina Valentin Rev. Que English &ULL "UFFET s $ESSERTS Judy Hutson a new leaf,” the letter reads. “Nonethe- The out of control party that occurred 7INE s 3ODA s #OFFEE -ARIBEL 'ONZALEZ less, it has come to our attention that at the Bronx Beer Garden last month (ON &IORDALIZA ! 2ODRIGUEZ R.S.V.P. by June 12, 2015 Nilka Martell both the current owner and prospective demonstrates that the current operator Susan O’Hanlon Mendogni (718) 260-4595 "ARBARA 2OBLES 'ONZALEZ owners misrepresented themselves at is unfi t to run this business in our com- $R 9VETTE #ALDERON Nancy Biberman that meeting.” munity,” Senator Klein expressed. Bharati S. Kemraj %LIZABETH 'ILL “Beyond that, they neglected to in- The Bronx Beer Garden is in the pro- $R %VA 9AN form the community of another event cess of being sold, Kauffman confi rmed $R ,ISA !NNE 2IZOPOULOS that is scheduled for June 13, which is to the Bronx Times Reporter. Calls to expected to be of a similar size and cali- Taylor were not returned. 101 CITY ISLAND AVENUE | BRONX, NY 10464 | TELEPHONE: 347-680-3865 | EMAIL: [email protected] ber as the one that occurred on May 30, BTR BRONX TIMES REPORTER, JUNE 19-25, 2015 71 WHO KNEW ALL OF THIS WAS AT KINGS HARBOR? 2..*,7&)012#..*)-'+%11.-5)2(!/0.&%11).-!+#(%&+%!0-%$2.130&2(%-2%0-%2 I visited the beauty salon, made new friends and4)1)2%$2(%"%!327 went to the theatre. 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