SPRING CREEK SUN

Vol. 50, No. 11 Serving The Spring Creek Community Since 1974 June 3, 2022

Flag Day
2 0 2 2

See the Centerfold for Pictures of the Little Neck-Douglaston

Memorial Day Parade
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PUBLIC SAFETY ALERT!

CATALYTIC CONVERTER THEFT
The catalytic converter is a critical component of your cars exhaust system. Thieves are A Year Round Safe Space
targeting these components for the precious metals contained inside. After-School Program for Ages 12-18
Open to Spring Creek residents: must complete application,
Spot catalytic converter theft in your neighborhood.
(Proof of residency, Birth certificate & Covid vaccination card)
Call 911 if you:
 Observe a vehicle double-parked in the street
TC Programs
 See a car jacked up with an individual lying underneath it Homework time/Tutoring


 Computer lab
 Hear the sound of metal being cut
 Basketball Tournaments
To prevent catalytic converter theft, use common sense and follow these tips:  Swimming

 Park in well-lit areas

 Field trips
 Digital Media Arts Studio
 Park close to building entrances or near a busy street  Anime Club

 Podcasting
 Engrave your license plate number on the converter to make it traceable
 Gaming

 Purchase a vehicle security system and make sure it’s set to trigger with motion  Community Service Opportunities
 Examine different types of catalytic converter theft deterrent systems at your HOURS: (Monday – Friday)
local auto store or online 3:00 - 7:30PM/MiddleSchool
3:00- 8:00PM/High-School
SPRING CREEK TOWERS
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY LOCATION: 1540 Van Siclen Ave. (LL Brooklyn Sports)
Dispatcher 24/7 (718) 642-7550 Club)
For inquiries contact: (718) 642-7168 (M-Thrs 11am-7pm)
and (Friday-1 7pm)
Email: Teencentral.Springcreektowers@gmail.com

@teencentral1540
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or SCAN HERE FOR TC APPLICATION

A ttention Spring Creek Towers’ residents! Dads and

Grads celebrations are right around the corner, so if
you would like to let the community know how much
you love your graduating students, father, grandfather, or
Sign up for our Hybrid lessons!
Space is limited.
male guardians please email us your messages (you may also
send a color photo with it). These affectionate notes should
be less than 75 words and submitted to Pamela Stern at
pstern@springcreektowers.com by Friday, June 10th.

Sun Index Open to all youth from grades 3-12

No prior music knowledge necessary.
What's included:
v 28 weeks of live & private virtual lessons (featuring flute,

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clarinet, drums, trumpet, violin, and saxophone.)

NYC School District 19

v Once a month in-person group sessions.
v Platforms: Zoom, Google Meets, and FaceTime.
StudentswhojoinSCYS will receive special rates, Contact Ms. Robinson for more
Health & Wellness Fair detailsat 718-240-4577.
NON-REFUNDABLE
NON-REFUNDABLE DEPOSITOF$75.00TO ST
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Registration fee is $200-$275 (all payments received in-person by appointment only

Centerfold
Cash & Personal Checks WILL NOT be accepted.)

Marching Through Queens (Includes non refundable security deposit and processing fee for use of an instrument)
MONEY ORDERS ONLY MADE PAYABLE TO BSC T.R.S. LLC
for Memorial Day Click Here to Register
Or Scan Here to Register:

Page 17 Spring Creek After School

Students Visit Legoland

Page 21 Recipe for Parmesan

For more information email: ERobinson@springcreektowers.com
Program sponsored by The Spring Creek Office of Community Relations & Public Affairs

Chicken Pops This activity is not sponsored or endorsed by the New York City Department of Education or the City of New York
June 3, 2022
MANAGE/PAY YOUR RENT & OTH
THER CHARGES
ONLIN
INE
Pay Online via ClickPay
• Did you know that we offer ClickPay, an online
payment method, for you to make your rent
payments?
• Check out ClickPay by going to
www.clickpay.com/SpringCreek. It is FREE if you pay
from your checking account (ACH). Fees apply if you
use your credit or debit card.
• Click register and then create your online profile
• Connect your unit by using the account number
found on your monthly statement
• Set up Automatic Payments or click Pay Now to make
one-time payments
• Questions or help please call ClickPay at 800-533-
7901 or www.ClickPay.com/Help
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FAQs Around Spring Creek Towers
Q: Where can I get tested for COVID­19?
A: Spring Creek Towers (SCT) has a free COVID­19 testing site on the
premises. Testing is operated by the New York City Health and
Hospitals Corporation at the following address:
Spring Creek Towers
1279 Pennsylvania Ave (The former Management Office)
Brooklyn, NY 11239
Monday – Sunday, 9am­7pm
For more information contact 212­268­4319 or visit their website at
testandtrace.nyc
Flag Day Facts
Date When Celebrated : Always June 14th
Flag Day, is a day for all Americans to celebrate and
show respect for our flag, its designers and makers. Our
flag is representative of our independence and our unity
as a nation…one nation, under God, indivisible. Our flag
has a proud and glorious history. It was at the lead of
every battle fought by Americans. Many people have died
protecting it. It even stands proudly on the surface of the
moon.
As Americans, we have every right to be proud of our culture, our
nation, and our flag. So raise the flag today and every day with pride!
Properly Display Our Flag
Care and handling of the American flag is steeped in tradition and
respect. There is a right way and a wrong way to display the flag. This
is called Flag Etiquette. The American flag should be held in the highest
of regards. It represents our nation and the many people who gave their
lives for our country and our flag. Here are the basics on displaying the
American flag:
The flag is normally flown from sunrise to sunset.
In the morning, raise the flag briskly. At sunset, lower it slowly. Always,
raise and lower it ceremoniously.
The flag should not be flown at night without a light on it.
The flag should not be flown in the rain or inclement weather.
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PAY VIA MONEYGRAM at CVS or CITYFRESH
• If you do not have a checking account you may make
a payment via MoneyGram.
• The nearest MoneyGram location to SCT is City Fresh
Market. You can check out other locations by going
to:
https://www.moneygram.com/mgo/us/en/locations
• To make a MoneyGram payment you will need to
present the following:
• Acct # from your monthly statement
• Receive Code 16459
• Company Name: BSC Owner LLC
• You will be charged a $3.95 payment fee
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PS 346’s Virtual Career Day

JASA Remembers Veterans on
Memorial Day
BY AMANDA MOSES

JASA Starrett Senior Center

kicked off their Memorial Day
celebration a few days early on May
24th with a lunchtime commemo-
ration. JASA staff and volunteers
decorated the cafeteria with red,
white, and blue balloons and table-
cloths as well as numerous Ameri-
can flags to showcase their appre-
ciation for the veterans who’ve
served and sacrificed their lives.
Memorial Day is usually cele-
brated on the last day of May, honor-
ing all of those who have served in
the US Military branches, such as
the Navy, Airforce, Army and more.
The commemorative period was first
celebrated after the Civil War and was called Decoration Day. It did not
become a federal holiday until 1971.
For JASA member Marian Page, Memorial Day plays a significant
part in her family’s history. Several members of her family have
served, some even lost their lives.
“There are several members in my family that were in the military.
Even I have friends that I went to school with, unfortunately, they died
in Vietnam. I have a cousin that served in Desert Storm twice. I highly
respect and like to honor them, and simply show that I’m thinking of BY: PAMELA STERN
them,” Page said.
Seeing JASA honor this holiday was very special for Page, and while On Friday, May 27th PS 346 held
COVID-19 precautions caused several commemorative events to be their Virtual Career Day hosted by
cancelled over the past two years, she is happy to see it remembered School Counselor, Robin Greene.
at her local senior center. All of students were allowed to
“I think it’s wonderful. I look forward to it. When I came in this participate.  There were three dif-
morning, and saw all the decorations and everything I was very happy. ferent speakers, first was Atiba
And I’m very, very supportive of it. Actually, I dressed to honor the Edwards, who is Principal Edwards’
holiday respectfully,” Page said, showcasing her American flag brother and is the Executive VP &
leggings and red t-shirt. COO of Brooklyn Children’s Mu-
seum. He oversees several different
Photo by Amanda Moses departments including; Finance,
HR, Visitor Experience, and several
other areas.  seas, recorded music videos, and
Students asked him several ques-
tions like; How do you take care of a
museum? Edwards said, ”We have
all of the supplies needed for all
exhibits in case they break, I make
sure that everything is working.”
The children also inquired as to
what his favorite exhibit in the
museum is and he told them that
there is a World Brooklyn Exhibit
that has miniature replicas of stores
in Brooklyn. He encouraged the
students to “Always do the best that
you can to succeed in life.”
The Second speaker was Sha-
teema Reedy. Reedy, is the mother
of student, Shayla Jenkins. Reedy
was born and raised in Brooklyn,
and is a newly developed entre-
preneur whose business, HYSC
(Here’s Your Second Chance), is
geared towards career development.
Her business has surged through
social media. Reedy has worked in
career development and recruit-
ment for non-profit organizations
for ten years. She currently faci-
litates various orientations and
trainings as a Training Technician
for the United States Postal Service
(USPS). Additionally, she serves as
a cleric in her local ministry, a best-
selling author, and is an advocate
for Autism Awareness.
“My passion is being a Training
Technician, I enjoy talking to new
hires about the various oppor-
tunities within the USPS. Her
advice to the youngsters is, “ Do
something that you are passionate
about.”
The third and final speaker was
El-Melek Moore. She is the mom of
Prince Chad Moore and is a
recording artist known on stage as
EkkoSeven. She has toured over-
performed on Soul Train.
  Moore was born and raised in
Brooklyn and Rap music and Hip-
Hop culture shaped her world. After
performing what Ekko deemed an
“all too brief” stint as a lead member
of a female quartet signed to the
legendary Motown Records label,
she perfected her song writing
skills, contributing vocals to a list of
artists’ projects that include: The
L.O.X, The Lost Boyz, Al B. Sure,
and Dru Hill in addition to touring
with established acts singing back-
ground; most notably, SWV.
Ekko always noting the impor-
tance of education achieved her
B.A. in Legal Studies and her MA in
Museum Education Childhood 1-6
from Bank Street College of Educa-
tion, where she developed an urban
-based music curriculum to assist
at-risk minority youth with building
literacy and developing positive self-
image. The students were excited to
hear from a recording artist. Her
advice to the students is, ”Find your
passion, find what you like and
make that your lifelong career.”
Screenshots by: Pamela Stern
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New York City School District 19 Health and Wellness Fair

BY AMANDA MOSES

On May 14th, New York City School District 19 hosted a Health and Wellness Fair
at PS 13 located at 557 Pennsylvania Avenue. This event encouraged healthy eating,
nutritional information, and more.
Schools within the district were able to take part in health screenings, watch and
learn from cooking demonstrations as well as participate in fun activities and
giveaways.
Students and staff of Frederick Douglass Academy VIII and Gateway Intermediate
School (IS) 364 participated in the affair, showcasing their knowledge of growing and
harvesting their own vegetation.
FDA VIII utilized coconut coir to grow some of their herbs while members of IS 364
displayed their hydroponic knowledge.

Photos courtesy of IS 364 and FDA VIII

Spring Creek Sun’s Contest Corner

Emailers/callers MUST be Spring Creek Towers'
Residents

The first eight participants with the correct

answer will win tickets to either the Brooklyn
Cyclones game on June 7, June 8, or June 23
at 7pm.

QUESTION: What year did the Cyclone roller coaster open?

If you know the correct answer email
pstern@springcreektowers.com. Again, participants MUST be a
Spring Creek Towers’ resident and bring a valid ID to pick up
tickets.

Paint & Snack

Sponsored by Spring Creek Towers
FREE Health Screening
Brought to you by Starrett City Tenant Association an
rooklyn Sports Club
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Saturday, June 18th

12:00pm–4:00pm

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Ms. E. Robinson at
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OFFICE LOCATED AT 1390 PENNSYLVANIA

718-642-7000 AVENUE, 2ND FLOOR

RECERTIFICATION DEPARTMENT * RESIDENT PHOTO ID'S TAKEN

MONDAY 9 am - 4:pm THURSDAY 9 am - 11:30 am 2:15 pm - 4 pm
TUESDAY 9 am - 4 pm FRIDAY 9 am - 12 pm
WEDNESDAY 9 am - 7:20 pm
THURSDAY CLOSED GARAGES*
FRIDAY CLOSED MONDAY 9 am - 12 pm 1 pm - 4 pm
TUESDAY 9 am - 12 pm 1 pm - 4 pm
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TUESDAY CLOSED
PROPERTY MANANGEMENT WEDNESDAY 11 am - 1 pm 2 pm - 4 pm
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WEDNESDAY 9 am - 7 pm
THURSDAY 9 am - 12 pm
FRIDAY 9 am - 12 pm For all maintenance concerns, please call 718-240-4646
Monday - Friday (8:00 AM - 6:00 PM)

* Appointments for Recertification/Billing/Garages can

COLLECTIONS be made at www.springcreektowers.com
MONDAY 9 am - 1 pm 2 pm - 4 pm or call 718-240-4682
TUESDAY 9 am - 1 pm 2 pm - 4 pm PUBLIC SAFETY–718-642-7550
WEDNESDAY 11 am - 1 pm 2 pm - 7 pm
THURSDAY CLOSED For Project Based Section 8 tenants only:
FRIDAY 9 am - 12 pm If you have concerns that cannot be addressed by
your onsite manager, please contact:
LOCKSMITH CGI Contact Center
MONDAY - FRIDAY 4 pm - 4:30 pm 866-641-7901 (toll free)
155 Elmira Loop 800-662-1220 (TTY Service)
Spring Creek ID required info@pbcany.com

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PAMELA STERN AMANDA MOSES
Editor-in-Chief Copy Editor/Reporter Graphic
Designer

n DEADLINES: All material for publication must be

submitted no later than Wednesday, 3 p.m. the week
prior to publication, except with prior consent of the
The views expressed in columns, articles, letters
to the editor and op-ed pieces do not necessarily
reflect the newspaper’s point of view.
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editor. All items must be doubled spaced and the name
and telephone number of the writer must be included.
We reserve the right to edit, or omit any advertising
and/or subject matter without reason. All material
comes to Pennsylvania Avenue
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including all copy advertising and artwork is the property
of the SPRING CREEK SUN and may not be
published is subject to publisher’s approval.
The use of the Spring Creek Towers (Starrett City) and Twin Pines Drive on the 1st and 3rd
name, which may appear from time to time in our
reproduced, in whole or part, without written permission
of the publisher. The SPRING CREEK SUN is not
newspaper ads, does not constitute an endorsement of
the merchant, or his or her product.
Tuesday of the month
responsible for any unsolicited items and cannot
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Spring Creek Towers Activities
Community Organizations
Starrett City Tenants
Association
The next SCTA meeting is to be
determined. If you are a SCT
resident who has any questions or
comments, please call and leave a
Spring Creek Senior Par tners News
Teen Central JUNE IS CATARACT AWARENESS MONTH
Open to Spring Creek Towers
residents only, ages 12 to 18, A cataract is a clouding of the lens in the eye that affects vision.
Monday through Friday from 3 pm Most cataracts are related to aging. Cataracts are very common in
to 9 p.m. in the lower level of the older adults. However, the term “age-related” is a little misleading.
Brooklyn Sports Club. No member- You don’t have to be an older adult to have cataract. In fact, people
ship fees. For more information can have an age-related cataract in their 40s and 50s. But during

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message with your name and

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middle age, most cataracts are small and do not affect vision. It is

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phone number at 718-642-3892. contact Ms. Mosley at 718-642-

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after age 60 that most cataracts cause problems with a person’s

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Your call will be returned. Join your 7168.

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vision. A cataract can occur in either or both eyes. It cannot spread

Plea s
tenants asso-ciation, “In Unity
There Is Strength.”

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Islamic Circle from one eye to the other.

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Islamic Educational Dawah Pro- Who is at risk for cataract?
AA and NA

i n d i v i d gram is held weekly at Spring Creek The risk of cataract increases as you get older. Other risk factors for
cataract include:

the
Towers and Canarsie Islamic Cen-

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St. Laurence Roman Catholic

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ter on weekends. Call Syed Ahmad •Certain diseases (for example, diabetes).

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Church, Flatlands and Van Siclen

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•Personal behavior (smoking, alcohol use).

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347-529-1662 for more information

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Avenues, host Alcoholics and Nar-

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and free literature on the Islamic •The environment (prolonged exposure to ultraviolet sunlight).

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cotics Anonymous meetings. The

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What are the symptoms of a cataract?

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religion.

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Alcoholics Anonymous meetings

t h e r
are Fridays at 8 pm and Narcotics Boxing Club The most common symptoms of cataract are:

fur
Anonymous meetings are on The Starrett Boxing Club is open to •Cloudy or blurry vision.
Thursdays at 7:30 pm males and females, 8 and up. Ses-

.
•Colors seem faded.

m a
Spring Creek Youth Federation
t i o n sions are open Monday-Friday
8am-9pm; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 2
•Headlights, lamps, or sunlight may appear too bright. A halo may
appear around lights.

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Located at 1430 Freeport Loop, Apt.

inf
1A, the office hours are Monday,
Wednesday, & Friday from 6 - 8:30
pm and on Saturday 10 am to 1 pm
For information, call 718-642-
1663.
Starrett City-Spring Creek Lions
Club, Inc.
This volunteer community based
organization meets the 1st and 3rd
Tuesdays of the month @ 7 pm,
Brooklyn Sports Club (1540 Van
Siclen Avenue, Lower Level). If you
are community minded, willing to
help others – join us, feel free to
visit our meetings. For more
information contact Evetter Pilgrim
at 718-642-1820
FRESH
pm; closed Sunday. The Boxing •Poor night vision.
Club is now located in the •Double vision or multiple images in one eye
•Frequent prescription changes in your eyeglasses or contact
Brooklyn Sports Club. For more
lenses.
information, ask reception for the
These symptoms also can be a sign of other eye problems. If you
boxing club or contact 347-661-
have any of these symptoms, check with your eye care professional.
6911, 917-686-1670, or 917-723-
0544.
Spring Creek Senior Partners offers many events and activities to
Sisters with Purpose help keep you active, informed and healthy.
Join the conversation. A support/
ministry group created by women Join us for:
living in Spring Creek Towers. Non- 1) Walk-A-Thon – Every Monday Morning
judgmental and non-demonina- 2) Technology Hybrid – Monday (in-person), Wednesday and Friday
tional based. Meets every Thurs- (Virtual)
day evening @ 7 p.m. For more 3) Intergenerational Group every Monday& Thursday (Hybrid) from
information: Susie Williams 646- 3:00pm to 3:45pm
460-4101. 4) ARTS/CRAFTS (CROCHET) & GARDENING every Thursday (in-
person)
5) Steelpan music class every Thursday with Instructor Gregory
Lezema (in-person)
6) Painting class every Tuesday with Instructor Alicia Aberdeen (in-
person)
7) Pottery class every Friday with Instructor Charles Watts (in-
person)
8) BINGO every Friday (in-person)
9) Tai Chi for Arthritis every Thursday and Friday
FOOD PANTRY 10) Stay Active and Independent for Life (SAIL) every Tuesday &
Wednesday
Brooklyn Sports Club
1540 Van Siclen Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11239 11) Blood Pressure Monitoring – Monday, Tuesday, Friday from
To be distributed OUTSIDE the Community Center 9:30am to 12:30pm
Lower Level on the following dates & times: 12) FREE MAMMOGRAM SCREENING FOR ELIGIBLE WOMEN
AGED 40 AND OLDER – JUNE 23, 2022 FROM 10:00AM TO
3:00PM

The staff of Spring Creek Senior Partners is here to assist those

DUE TO THE CURRENT GUIDELINES ISSUED BY
THE CDC AND LOCAL HEALTH OFFICIALS OUR
PANTRY OPERATION WILL CHANGE. WE WILL
DISTRIBUTE PRE-PACKED PANTRY BAGS.
UPON ARRIVAL PUBLIC SAFETY WILL GIVE
EACH PARTICIPANT A TICKET NUMBER. ONCE
YOUR TICKET NUMBER IS CALLED YOU WILL BE
HANDED YOUR PANTRY BAG.
Please be advised there is no entry into the facility. For
CANNED more info & special inquiries:
www.sisterswithpurpose.net
living in Spring Creek Towers who are 60 years and older. You are
always welcome to participate in our many events and activities.
If you need to see one of our case workers or the NORC Nurse,
please call for an appointment. Our number is 718-348-7620.
ABOUT SPRING CREEK SENIOR PARTNERS
Spring Creek Senior Partners is a Naturally Occurring Retirement
Community/Supportive Service Program (NORC/SSP) and we serve
all residents who are 60 years or older. Our services are free and
open to all residents of Spring Creek Towers. You can visit Monday
through Friday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm at 160 Schroeders Ave. (G5) or
call us 718-348-7620.

@sisterswithpurposeinc

@sisterswithpurposeinc

@siswithpurpose
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646.460.4101
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Education Matters
Be’er Hagolah Visits FDNY
Graduation Dates for SCT’s Local Schools
SELC graduations will take place from June 21 to June 24
and June 27 at 10 am
PS 346 3­K June 24 at 8:30 am
PS 346 Kindergarten June 24 at 9:45 am
PS 346 Pre­Kindergarten June 24 at 11:15 am
PS 346 5th Grade June 23 9 am
FDAVIII June 24 at 3 pm
IS 346’s Graduation June 21 at 11am
Altice will provide free home internet access for
60 days for any household with a K­12 child and/or
college student who has been displaced. Families
who do not currently have home internet can call
866­200­9522 to enroll in Optimum region.
SPRING CREEK SUN June 3, 2022
Money Added this Week to New York
State Pandemic Electronic Benefit
Transfer
BY AMANDA MOSES
The New York State Pandemic Electronic Benefit (P-EBT) Food
cards distributed to students in September 2020 received a new
deposit of $375 this week thanks to a summer program extension.
This program was created through President Joe Biden’s ad-
ministration as part of the American Rescue Plan, while these funds
were set to expire on September 30th, the federal Department of
Agriculture (USDA) announced that for the summer $1.8 Billion in P-
EBT funds will remain in place to provide food for students
throughout the country.
Since the onslaught of the COVID-19 pandemic, food insecurity has
been exacerbated all throughout New York. In order to combat this
issue, the New York City Department of Education (NYC-DOE)
provided forms for parents to fill out if they are in need of food
assistance. The P-EBT card allows parents to shop for groceries
similar to using a credit card regardless of their income.
Make sure you utilize the money in your P-EBT card! If you do not,
the money will go back to the US Treasury. According to the
Agriculture department the $375 is given per child for the summer
months (that’s $6.82 for each day of the week).
For more information visit: https://otda.ny.gov/SNAP-COVID-
19/Frequently-Asked-Questions-Pandemic-EBT.asp
Starrett Early Learning Center
125 Schroeders Avenue - Brooklyn, New York 11239
(718) 642-8724 Fax: (718) 642-3019
Great News!
Starrett Early Learning Center invites you to register your child in school
for the 2022-2023 school year if your child was born in 2018(4K) or
2019(3K)!
Starrett Early Learning Center offers a free, high quality, safe, nurturing
4-K and 3-K program from 8am-2:20pm at two locations:
125 Schroeders Avenue and 1325 Pennsylvania Avenue
Register online.
Follow the steps below:
1. Log into MySchools.nyc
2. Create a profile.
3. Select Starrett Early Learning Center (KBPJ or KBPL) as the 1st school of
choice.
4. Submit your application.
5. The Department of Education will notify you in May/June if you your
child has been selected for our program.
If you have any questions, feel free to email or call.
Stay safe and well!
Ms. Moore, MS. Ed
Executive Director
t.moore@starrettelc.org
718-642-8724
June 3, 2022 SPRING CREEK SUN Page 9

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Five Ultra-Easy
Self-Care Tips
For Busy Women
(BPT) - The start of warmer
months means everyone is ramping
up their schedules. Between work,
kids, social lives, family and more,
prioritizing your own mental,
emotional and physical health can
easily fall down the daily to-do list.
It’s not always easy to put yourself
first, but addressing aspects of
your health and practicing self-care
can involve simple, everyday ac-
tions that only take minutes -
which is especially important when
you’re busy.
Get at least 6 hours of sleep
The coveted eight hours of sleep
a night is ideal, but sometimes it’s
just not possible. However, sleep is
essential for mental clarity and
physical wellness, so when you’re
extra busy, shift your focus and
strive to get at least six hours of
sleep. This way you can still feel
refreshed and ready to take on
the day like the incredible woman
you are.
Wake up with positive
affirmations
Every morning, look in the
mirror and say at least one posi-
tive thing about yourself, whether
that’s reminding yourself you’re a
supermom, you love every inch of
yourself or you are a strong, intel-
ligent woman who can accomp-
lish anything. The power of posi-
tive thinking is real and starting
the day off on a good note will
help boost your mornings so you
can achieve whatever it is you
desire.
Make time to prioritize your
physical health
Physical, mental, and emo-
tional health go hand in hand, so
as you say your daily affir-
mations, be sure to also make
time to prioritize your physical
health. This could be anything from
spending 30 minutes doing your
favorite workout (yes, a brisk walk
counts!), scheduling that dentist
appointment you’ve been putting
off or following up with your
OB/GYN for your routine checkup.
Be an advocate for yourself and
your body by taking the time you
need to prioritize yourself and be on
top of your overall health.
Take time to unwind
Some days are busy, while others
are just downright hard. Build a
nighttime routine and take an
uninterrupted shower, so you
can properly decompress no
matter what the day holds. Try
Vagisil’s Healthy Detox wash for
an all-over gentle cleansing right
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or the pH Balance wash that
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almost 50 years of expertise,
Vagisil brings advanced skincare
technologies to address women’s
intimate self-care needs. Find
your favorite at Vagisil.com.
Set aside time to disconnect
When you’re feeling drained or
overwhelmed, put your phone
down and detach from social
media. So many voices, perspec-
tives and lives flashing from your
screen can become physically
and mentally draining, so take
time away from technology and use
that time to do something you
enjoy. Read a book. Deep condition
your hair. Go on a run. Sleep.
Whatever it is, make you and your
health a top priority.

Couch Theater/
Movies Coming Soon To DVD and Blu Ray
by Demi Taveras
“Navalny” (R) — As a force behind Russian opposition against the
Kremlin, Alexei Navalny is recognized worldwide as a leader in organizing
the Russian people against Vladimir Putin. But those who rally against
Putin know that this fight comes with severe consequences. At first,
Navalny was blacklisted, but as his opposition gained more traction, he
became a red dot on Putin’s radar. Mistakenly thinking that Putin wouldn’t
be foolish to attempt assassination on someone so public, Navalny was
poisoned in 2020 and hospitalized, where he then fought for his life and
was able to prevail. However, this fearless man refuses to stop his fight
against the Kremlin. Follow Alexei Navalny’s journey in a new award-
winning documentary film. Streaming May 26. (HBO Max)
The first two episodes of this limited series premiere Friday, May 27.
(Disney+)
“Emergency” (R) — The trend of college comedies has died down since the
early 2010s, which brought us movies like “Neighbors” and “Pitch Perfect.”
But this satire film from Amazon might reawaken the college comedy
subgenre and shake things up! Two college students, Sean and Kunle, set
a challenge to hit seven parties in one night. With their plans solidified,
they head home to pregame and change after class when they find an
unconscious girl in the living room. Now with a completely different
mission in mind, Sean and Kunle must figure out how to safely rid
themselves of the girl, all without knowing that her friends are attempting
to track her through her phone. “Emergency” easily hooks in viewers with
a diverse and refreshing cast who provide great turmoil for us to enjoy.
Premieres May 27. (Prime Video)

“Stranger Things 4, Vol. 1” (TV-14) — “Stranger Things” has had quite

“Obi-Wan Kenobi” (TV-PG) — Taking place 10 years after “Star Wars:
Revenge of the Sith,” when the villainous Darth Vader emerged, Jedi
Master Obi-Wan Kenobi watches over a very young Luke Skywalker on
Tatooine. Obi-Wan pleads with Owen, Luke’s uncle, to keep Luke hidden
until Obi-Wan can train Luke himself. Meanwhile, Obi-Wan embarks on an
escapade as he is forced to run from the dark side that desperately
searches after him. Ewan McGregor and Hayden Christensen reprise their
roles from the prequel trilogy as Obi-Wan and Darth Vader, respectively.
the dedicated following from its start, and as the years go on in this
smashing success of a show, it’s wonderful to see how the story and cast
evolve and out-do its previous seasons. The fourth season begins six
months after the Battle of Starcourt, and our favorite group of friends are
separated throughout Hawkins, Indiana; California; and Russia. The
Upside Down, however, still leaks through to Hawkins and infiltrates their
hometown to a point where no one can ignore what’s happening for much
longer, including a powerless Eleven back in California. The season also
dives deeper into Eleven’s past and introduces a new, guitar-slinging
character named Eddie. Volume 1 of “Stranger Things 4” premieres May
27. (Netflix)
(c) 2022 King Features Synd., Inc.
June 3, 2022 SPRING CREEK SUN Page 11

M oney Matters
How To Save On Your
Internet Or
Smartphone Bill
(BPT) - The pandemic proved the
importance of connectivity - to your
family, friends, work, school, and
doctor. Wireless service, in parti-
cular, has been a lifeline for many:
In fact, 15% of Americans use it as
their only broadband connection.
And now we have 5G for home
broadband, which is another great
option for home connectivity.
To keep Americans connected
and close the digital divide, we must
all work together - which is where a
new government program, the Af-
fordable Connectivity Program,
comes in. The Affordable Con-nec-
tivity Program, or ACP, can help you
get connected whether it’s for your
smartphone, wireless home broad-
band, or wired connection.
Enrolling in the ACP through a
broadband provider triggers a dis-
count of up to $30 per month on an
eligible household’s broadband ser-
vice bill. Eligible households on
Tribal lands can receive up to $75
per month. A household is eligible
for the ACP if the household’s in-
come is at or below 200% of the
Federal Poverty Guidelines. That
comes to about $55,500 for a family
of four.
The ACP benefits are also
available if someone in the
household meets the following
criteria:
* Participates in assistance
programs, such as SNAP, Medicaid,
Federal Public Housing Assistance,
SSI, WIC or Lifeline;
* Participates in Tribal programs,
such as Bureau of Indian Affairs
General Assistance, Tribal TANF or
Food Distribution Program on
Indian Reservations;
* Participates in the National School
Lunch Program or the School
Breakfast Program, including th-
rough the USDA Community Eligi-
bility Provision;
* Received a Federal Pell Grant dur-
ing the current award year;
* Meets the eligibility criteria for a through the ACP benefit portal and net provides a crucial connection
participating provider’s existing low contact a participating provider to for all Americans. Even as the
-income internet program. select a service plan. Some provi- pandemic subsides, the need for
ders may have an alternative connectivity isn’t going to change,
The ACP can also help with the application that they will ask you to and Congress designed the ACP to
hardware necessary to connect to complete. help make sure all Americans can
the internet as ACP households can All three national wireless provi- connect.
receive a one-time discount of up to ders and many regional providers
$100 to purchase a laptop, desktop support ACP - representing approxi- The ACP builds on the Emer-
computer or tablet from parti- mately 95% of existing wireless gency Broadband Benefit, a pro-
cipating providers if they contribute subscriptions and covering more gram created to keep Americans
more than $10 and less than $50 than 99% of all Americans. If you’re connected during COVID-19.
toward the purchase price. The ACP interested in a 5G for home broad- Launched in January 2022, nearly
program is limited to one monthly band connection, which offers the two-thirds of the more than 11
service discount and one device fast speeds and capacity most million ACP participants are using
discount per household. families need to take full advantage the benefit to subscribe to wireless
of the internet, wireless providers broadband - underscoring how
There’s a two-step process to sign have already made it available to wireless continues to play a vital
up: tens of millions of American house- role in ensuring that low-income
* First, log onto ACPBenefit.org to holds. consumers can affordably access
apply or print out a mail-in appli- As the COVID-19 pandemic has the internet.
cation; demonstrated, access to the inter-
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vider to select a plan and have the
discount applied to your bill.
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Marching through Queens for Memorial Day

BY AMANDA MOSES

T
he Little Neck-Douglaston Parade honored veterans for their
service with their annual march starting at Jayson Avenue
and Northern Boulevard on May 31st. Hundreds of
spectators gathered beneath the sweltering sun with their flags in
hand, ready to cheer on performers and participants as they made
their way down Northern Boulevard.
Queens political leaders joined in the revelry along with New York
State Governor, Kathy Hochul. Some attendees saluted while
others proudly waved their flags, remembering those who’ve
sacrificed their lives for our country.
The march ended in Douglaston and participants were invited to
enjoy light refreshments as well as hotdogs and hamburgers.

Photos by Amanda Moses

June 3, 2022 SPRING CREEK SUN Page 13
Page 14
Sisters with Purpose Distributes Baby Formula at Food Pantry
Twenty boxes of baby formula
were donated to SWP.
BY AMANDA MOSES
Sisters with Purpose (SWP) have
now added baby formula to their
weekly food distribution thanks to
a donation.
On Saturdays, the local nonprofit
hosts their food pantry in the lower
level of the Brooklyn Sports Club
(BSC) for the past eight years. On
May 21st, their distribution in-
cluded bottles and cans of Enfamil
baby formula—a necessity many
parents have been struggling to
obtain due to the nationwide baby
formula shortage.
On February 17th, the U.S. Food
and Drug Administration issued a
warning after certain powdered
infant formula products in a facility
Dear EarthTalk: Why is lithium
mining so bad for the
environment?
-- Jane B., Atlanta, GA
Lithium is called “white gold” for
good reason: the metal’s value has
been growing exponentially over the
last several years, in large part be-
cause it is an essential component
of lithium-ion batteries, themselves
indispensable in several key sus-
tainable technologies where energy
storage is of utmost importance. As
electric cars, wind and solar power
have grown into major players in
the energy industry, lithium has
become key to engineering a future
free of fossil fuels.
But acquiring lithium comes at
an enormous cost. As with most
metals, its mining is destructive. It
often works like this: Briny water,
containing lithium as well as salts
and other metals, is pumped to the
surface from underground aquifers
and mixed with freshwater. The
concoction then sits in pools to al-
low the water to evaporate, leaving
the rest of its contents behind as
brightly-colored toxic sludge. Refi-
neries use heat and chemical
reactions to extract the lithium from
that, refining it into powder which is
then packaged and shipped to
buyers around the world. The
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Families were relieved to receive baby formula.
were exposed to a bacteria out-
break from Abbott Nutrition’s Stur-
gis in Michigan. Many of these
products, which are used to make
Similac formula, were recalled.
Coupled with the March 2020
COVID-19 pandemic induced
shortages (quarantine procedures
and economic downturn caused
jobs to be lost and businesses to
close) supplies are now extremely
limited. According to Datasembly, a
data-based retail tracker, the
United States out-of-stock rate for
infant and specialty formula
reached 43% during the first week
remaining wastewater is pumped to
pools, where it can sit indefinitely.
Any accident that releases mine
contents into surrounding commu-
nities or the groundwater supply
could have devastating long-term
impacts.
How much environmental degra-
dation can be tolerated locally in the
name of conservation globally has
led to debates in places as far-flung
as Chile, Serbia and Arizona. In-
digenous communities often bear
the brunt of the damage, and
political leaders have typically given
little weight to their concerns. In
Arizona, for example, an expanding
lithium mine is threatening the
Hualapai tribe’s cultural and his-
toric sites. While Hualapai leaders
have been fighting to protect their
land, Supreme Court precedent
dating to the 1820s has left them
with little legal leverage to wield
against the massive power of the
of May.
To help communities, Healthcare
Executive, Jason Newman donated
and delivered in the back of his car
20 boxes of baby formula in May to
SWP.
For grandmothers like Diana
Alverez, this inclusion in SWP’s
weekly food pantry sets her mind at
ease as her daughter prepares to
give birth in a few months.
“My daughter is pregnant and I’m
worried that she will not make
enough breast milk and with the
baby formula shortage it’s worri-
some,” Alverez said.
mining industry and federal govern-
ment. And for politicians who have
pledged to work with native people
to confront climate change, mining
lithium and other precious metals
is bringing priorities into conflict:
How do you ensure the availability
of materials essential to the future
of renewables while protecting tribal
rights?
The U.S. currently produces just
one percent of the global lithium
supply, according to The Wall Street
Journal. But as the Biden admini-
stration moves to boost production
of electric vehicles and challenge
China’s market domination, mining
of the metal is expected to increase
dramatically in coming years. Over
time, experts say, that will reduce
fossil fuel emissions by making
electric cars more affordable, and
therefore more popular. Still, en-
vironmental leaders disagree as to
whether the benefits of those cuts
June 3, 2022
Susie Williams,
the founder of SWP.
Alverez said she heavily relies on
SWP since her salary is not enough
to care for her family, pay rent,
bills, and then groceries.
“This helps me a lot and it also
helps my family because I share
what I have with them,” Alverez
said.
On May 16th, the FDA an-
nounced that Abbott Laboratories
will be able to reopen their baby
formula plant in about two weeks;
however, consumers won’t see
more products on the shelves from
production and distributions until
about six to eight weeks.
Photos by: Amanda Moses
would outweigh the harm done to
the people who rely on the mine-
scarred land.
Some new research suggests a
slightly more positive future scena-
rio. A 2020 University of Córdoba
study in Spain found that the
batteries could be recycled and
reused, and could even work effec-
tively without cobalt, another metal
that requires destructive mining
practices. For now, though, lithium
mining is poised to grow rapidly to
meet soaring demand. As environ-
mentally conscious consumers buy
electric cars in ever-greater num-
bers, it’s important to be aware of
the dirty process that powers those
clean air vehicles.
CONTACTS: Lithium mining in
Chile,
nytimes.com/2021/12/28/climate
/chile-constitution-climate-
change.html; Mining on Hualapai
land,
hcn.org/issues/53.7/indigenous-
affairs-mining-for-lithium-at-a-
cost-to-indigenous-religions; The
future of American lithium,
wsj.com/articles/americas-battery-
powered-car-hopes-ride-on-
lithium-one-producer-paves-the-
way-11615311932; University of
Córdoba study,
eurekalert.org/news-
releases/856097.
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June 3, 2022
Game Play
Mastering the
Sifu Video
Game
BY DEAN MOSES
Game: Vengeance Edition: Sifu
Platform: PlayStation 4,
PlayStation 5, and Microsoft
Windows
Rating: M for Mature
Cost: $49.99
Independent studio Sloclap has
taken a new spin on martial arts
with a third-person hand-to-hand
combat game called Sifu—but are
you strong enough to get through
its deadly mechanics?
Story
Gamers can choose a female or
male protagonist to venture on their
journey of vengeance. As a young
Kung Fu student, you must fight
your way through each level as you
hunt down the ones responsible for
Tech
Talk
Kid-Friendly Tech
Gear For a Season of
Outdoor Fun
(StatePoint) Warm weather has
arrived and if you’re seeking ways to
promote family fun and activity,
check out this round-up of kid-
friendly tech gear, all of which can
inspire creativity during outdoor
adventures:
Smartwatches
Featuring dual cameras for pic-
tures, selfies and videos so kids can
capture bike rides, playground
visits and more on-the-go, the
KidiZoom Smartwatch DX3 from
VTech is a great outdoor companion
for those ages 4 and older. Use the
built-in LED light and flash to
brighten up dimly lit scenes or use
as a flashlight. The watch also fea-
tures energetic movement games,
giving kids an opportunity to chal-
lenge themselves and stay active
while having fun. There is a social
component too — children can pair
with friends who also have a DX3 to
securely share preset messages or
play games together. Plus, it’s a
great tool for everyday time-telling
— choose from more than 50 digital
and analog animated clockfaces or
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murdering your family. However, as
the player battles gangs through
city streets, bamboo laden lands,
and buildings you must be careful
to not die. You will be asked to
restart the game or have your
characters age up.
The key to surviving Sifu is
adapting to your environment,
which means using throwable ob-
ject, grabbing weapons off of foes,
and even tossing them off ledges.
As you master each level, you will
unlock skills and soon learn the
techniques of Pak-Mei Kung-Fu.
Age Mechanic
Your character in Sifu starts at
the age of 20 as he or she begins
their quest. It’s at that time you
must rely on your skills, quick
thinking, and the use of a
mysterious pendant to prevail. The
aging system in Sifu can be
frustrating due to the Death
Counter, which increases depend-
ing on how many times you perish,
but also decreases with the more
foes you defeat. In other words, if
create custom faces from users’
own photos. When it’s time to focus,
switch to “School” mode to limit the
DX3 to a watch only.
Monoculars
Whether spectating at a baseball
game or bird watching, the Pankoo
16x52 Monocular Telescope is ver-
satile and easy to use. And because
it’s compact, it’s also ideal for small
hands. Waterproof and fog-proof,
this sturdy instrument can offer
young explorers, naturalists and
STEM enthusiasts a clearer and
closer look at plants, animals and
more in all kinds of weather.
Cameras
Budding photographers ages 4
and up will enjoy using the
KidiZoom PrintCam to explore and
document the world around them.
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you die at the beginning of the game weary, you will die a lot and need to
with a Death Counter of two and keep replaying levels, but as you
chose to continue the level, your learn to adapt to your environment,
characters will age up to 22. This it’s a fun Kung Fu iteration unlike
age mechanic goes up to your 70s, any other.
and after that it’s game over. With
every age increase your skills
remain the same, but health and
damage intake decreases.
Conclusion
Sifu has a fluid fighting style
reminiscent of the Batman Arkham
Series while also paying homage to
classic martial arts movies such as
Old Boy. This is not a game for the
included green screen. Set up a
shot with the tabletop tripod or
selfie stick and built-in micro-
phone, add animated backgrounds,
then use the easy on-screen editing
and creativity tools to create trick
shots and time-lapse videos.
With the coolest tech handy,
outdoor fun and adventure awaits
children of all ages.
After snapping images, kids can
preview them on the color screen
before instantly printing regular or
panoramic photos in black and
white. With adult supervision, full-
color photos and videos can be
backed up by transferring them to a
computer using the included USB
cable. From selfies to sunsets,
children can let their creativity
shine by adding stickers, filters and
borders to any image or video,
turning photos into drawings they
can color, and by tapping into more
than 110 templates and activities,
including small greeting cards,
printable games and more.
For kid creators who are a bit older
(ages 5-10) and ready to hone their
technical skills, a good choice is the
KidiZoom Creator Cam, a high-
definition video camera kit with an
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Bishop George M. Shorts: senior pastor (718) 251-0450

Religious Listings
Andrews United Methodist Church The Church of the Holy Redeemer
Rev. Avilo de Leon, (Congregation of the Evangelical
91 Richmond Street, Brooklyn Lutheran Church in America)
(718) 235-4621 Rev. Stephen G. Marsh, Pastor
2424 Linden Boulevard, Brooklyn, NY
(718) 272-9300
Bethelite Institutional Baptist Church,
Inc.
Rev. Dr. Robert Linden, Pastor Christian Cultural Center of New York
447 Elton Street, Brooklyn, N.Y. 11208 Pastor and founders: Dr. A.R. Bernard,
718-827-0700 Rev. Karen Bernard
12020 Flatlands Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
11207
Bethlehem Baptist Church (718) 306-1000 Fax: (718) 306-1091
Rev. Larry Camp Pastor www.clc.org
1962 Linden Boulevard, Brooklyn, NY
11207 East End Baptist Church
(718) 257-8300 Pastor Woody Proffitt
263 Van Siclen Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
(718) 385-0811
Canarsie Community Reformed
Church Since 1876 Greater New Beginning Baptist Church
1155 East 93rd Street, Brooklyn, NY Pastor Earl B. Chester
11239 303 East 98th Street
718-649-3759 Brooklyn, NY 11212
718-342-0100
Changing Lives Christian Center GNBBC303.com
Pastor & Founder Paul B. Mitchell
1848 Linden Boulevard, Brooklyn, NY Holy Trinity Russian Orthodox Church
11207 Father Chunov, presiding
(718) 272-8277 400 Glenmore Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
www.CLCCMinistries.com (718) 498-0518
Pilgrim Cathedral of East New York
590 New Lots Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
11207 True Worship Church Worldwide
(718) 927-3354 Ministries
Bishop Clarence Keaton
872-874 Crescent Street, Brooklyn, NY
Sephardic Jewish Center of Canarsie 11208
Rabbi Myron Rakowitz, www.trueworshipchurch.org
9320 Flatlands Avenue, Brooklyn, NY Phone: (718) 485-9703
(718) 257-0400
Southern Baptist Church
Reverend Clarence E. Williams, Pastor
820 Stanley Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11207
(718) 272-4848
St. Laurence Roman Catholic Church
Very Rev. Edward R.P. Kane, VF-
Administrator
1020 Van Siclen Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
(718) 649-0545
St. Paul Community Baptist Church
Rev. David K. Brawley, Lead Pastor
859 Hendrix Street, Brooklyn, NY
(718)-257-1300
Starrett at Spring Creek Jewish Center
Congregation B’nai Israel
Rabbi Mordechai German
671 Louisiana Avenue Brooklyn, NY
(718) 642-8804
Temple Emanu-el of Canarsie
1880 Rockaway Parkway, Brooklyn, NY

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Spring Creek After School Program
Students Practice Yoga
BY: PAMELA STERN
The Spring Creek After School Program reinforces many of the lessons
taught in school for the children, in addition to providing homework
help; the program incorporates STEM lessons, arts and crafts,
performing arts, trips, fun Fridays, while also having physical fitness as
a component of their curriculum.
All of the students enrolled in the Spring Creek After School Program
from kindergarten to the fifth grade participate in the yoga sessions. The
yoga lessons are taught by instructor, Stacy McClean of Yogisha, Inc.
Ms. McClean is a certified yoga instructor and the lessons she offers
are once a month for duration of one hour that is split into two 30-
minute intervals. The children really enjoy yoga. They appreciate having
a safe space where they can relax and meditate.
As the weather warms up the children will be having yoga lessons
outdoors. The outdoor yoga sessions that are offered to the children will
give them the opportunity to explore outdoor meditation and learn self-
centering techniques. “I love yoga and Ms. Stacy shows me how to be
calm and how to shape my body like a tree,” said Autumn from the K/1
group.
Yoga was introduced to the program a few years ago and it was found
to be a great stress reliever for the students and staff. Yoga is offered in
the Spring Creek After School Program every year.
Photo by: Spring Creek After School Program
75 Precinct E Wednesday, 6/22/2022 at 7pm
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Spring Creek After School Program
Visits Legoland
BY: PAMELA STERN
On May 2nd, the Spring Creek After School Program’s students
took a trip to Legoland Discovery Center in Westchester County. At
Legoland, the students engaged in a STEM building activity where
they created their own Lego racecars and challenged each other to
see which car can race the fastest.
The children were able to explore the Legoland mini land, which
showcased New York City attractions, including; an interactive
Yankee Stadium pinball  machine,  and they were able to take
pictures on top of the replica of the Empire State Building.
Michelle from Group 4 said, “It was great spending time with my
friends and Mom because I was able to spend quality time while
having fun building Legos with them.” 
The children were divided into mini-groups where they enjoyed
participating in an interactive game, where they were able to save
the Lego princess from the trolls. One of the highlights of the trip
was that the children were able to watch a 4D mini Lego Movie. In
the 4D movie theatre, the children were able to wear 3D glasses
and experience the effects of the movie. The 15 minute short film
focused on how to be patient and always focus on what makes you
uniquely you. 
“OMG, imagine watching a 3D movie and you feel the effects of
the movie, spritz of water and noises, THAT WAS AWESOME,” said
Jeremiah from Group 3.
The consensus was that the students really enjoyed themselves
at Legoland. “ This was the best trip I have been on in a long time,
can’t wait to come back,” said Haylee from Group 4.
Photo courtesy of Spring Creek After School Program
Gateway Elton, Community Room
(Building across the School)
1062 Elton Street
Brooklyn, NY 11239
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Speaking of Health
Blood Thinners
Preclude Some
OTC Pain Meds
By Keith Roach, M.D.
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am on blood
thinners, so I am unable to take
ibuprofen or naproxen for pain. Do
you know of anything I can take to
help with pain? — K.B.
ANSWER: The body has two ways
of clotting blood: the blood clotting
factors and platelets, which are
special blood clotting cells.
Warfarin (Coumadin), like newer
agents such as dabigatran (Pra-
daxa) or rivaroxaban (Xarelto), work
as anticoagulants, blocking pro-
teins that help clot the blood. They
don’t actually “thin” the blood; that
would mean a change in viscosity.
Clotting factors are needed for a
mature, effective blood clot.
Protect Your Vision With Seven Habits For Healthy Retinas
(BPT) - Habits that support a
healthy lifestyle come in many
forms, like eating a balanced diet,
exercising regularly and keeping an
eye on blood pressure and
cholesterol levels. But did you know
these and other healthy habits can
also protect you from vision loss?
Some of the leading causes of
blindness and vision loss in the
U.S. are retinal diseases, including
conditions such as diabetic retino-
pathy and age-related macular
degeneration, often referred to as
AMD. There are steps everyone can
take to prevent vision loss and
support retina health, especially
those at a higher risk for retinal
diseases.
“With state-of-the-art techno-
logies that allow for early detection
and advanced treatments, vision
loss and blindness from retinal con-
ditions can be treated effectively,
but acting as early as possible is
critical to maintaining healthy
vision,” said American Society of
Retina Specialists (ASRS) President
Dr. Philip J. Ferrone, MD, FASRS.
“To safeguard sight, it’s important
that everyone know the signs and
symptoms of retinal conditions,
adopt some simple lifestyle habits
that bolster retina health, and seek
care immediately if sudden vision
changes occur.”
America’s retina specialists urge
the public to adopt the following
healthy habits to preserve healthy
retinas and encourage family and
friends to also take these steps to
protect their sight.
1. Get regular dilated retina
exams
Many retinal diseases have few
noticeable symptoms in the early
stages. With regular dilated retina
exams, your eye physician can help
preserve your sight by detecting
symptoms of a retinal condition
SPRING CREEK SUN
Aspirin and NSAID drugs, like
ibuprofen or naproxen (Aleve and
others), affect platelets, the spe-
cialized blood cells that start clot-
ting the blood when necessary. If
both the platelet system and the
factor system are decreased due to
medication (or underlying clotting
disorder), then the risk for abnor-
mal bleeding goes up.
This does not mean people can
never take aspirin or NSAIDs if they
are on a medication to reduce
clotting risk, but it does mean that
a careful evaluation must be done,
based on a person’s unique circum-
stances, to determine the safety of
doing so. In other words, your
doctor should be able to tell you
how often, if ever, you can take
these over-the-counter pain relie-
vers.
If you can’t take any, then ace-
taminophen (Tylenol) is usually the
safest bet. However, too much ace-
taminophen can increase the effect
of warfarin (measured by your INR
level).
***
early, before extensive damage oc-
curs. After your exam, encourage
friends and family to schedule their
dilated retina exam.
2. Eat nutritious foods including
dark, leafy greens and fish
Research shows that consuming
a diet high in Omega-3 fatty acids,
lutein and zeaxanthin has been
associated with a lower incidence of
AMD.
3. Quit smoking
Smoking can also lead to vision
loss and blindness. In fact, research
shows that people who smoke are
significantly more likely than non-
smokers to develop AMD. To access
information and help for quitting
smoking, call 800-QUIT-NOW (800-
784-8669) or visit SmokeFree.gov.
4. Control your blood sugar, blood
pressure and cholesterol
If you have diabetes, one of the
best ways of lowering your risk of
vision loss and preventing diabetic
eye disease is to closely monitor
and manage your blood sugar,
blood pressure and cholesterol
levels.
June 3, 2022
DEAR DR. ROACH: I must admit
that I sit on the throne (toilet) for too
twisting of the colon that is a
surgical urgency). When you have
long for my morning (or evening) the urge to go, you should take
constitutional, maybe 15 minutes
or so. But I am busy with my cross-
yourself to the bathroom and do so.
If you are straining, it’s time to add
word puzzles — it’s about the only
time I can carve out for my little
more fruits, vegetables and fiber to
your diet.
obsession. The numbness in your legs is not
The problem is, my legs almost uncommon. The position of a toilet
al-ways fall deeply asleep. This hap- seat may put extra pressure on the
pens frequently. I’m wondering if I nerves of the leg, especially the
should cease this practice. Could I
sciatic nerves. This pressure is what
be doing damage to my nervous is causing the numbness. The fact
system? The tingling goes away
that there are no long-term
after I walk around a bit, and there
symptoms suggests no lasting
are no lasting effects. — V.K.C.
damage, but I would argue this is
your body telling you not to stay in
ANSWER: I’d recommend finding a
that position.
different place to do your crossword Find a comfortable chair in which
puzzles.
to do your crosswords, and ignore
I don’t recommend anyone sit on
the world for a little while.
the toilet too long. Pressure in the
colon from prolonged sitting (I don’t
Dr. Roach regrets that he is unable
say you are necessarily straining,
to answer individual questions, but
but I suspect that like most people
will incorporate them in the column
you have increased pressure in the
whenever possible. Readers may
colon from sitting on the toilet)
email questions to ToYourGood
increases the risk of colon
Health@med.cornell.edu.
problems, both common
(diverticulosis, outpouchings in the
(c) 2022 North America Synd., Inc.
colon wall) and rare (volvulus, a
lesterol. Pay close attention to your
vision and find a retina specialist if
you experience common adult
symptoms of retinal disease, in-
cluding blurred central vision, loss
of color vision, distortion or straight
lines appearing wavy, and new or
worsening floaters or flashes of
light.
For more information about retina
health visit SeeforaLifetime.org.
5. Stay active and maintain a
healthy weight
Studies have shown that people
who walk for exercise are less likely
to develop AMD. Exercise also helps
control obesity, high blood pressure
and cholesterol which benefits eye
health. Make staying active a family
affair by adding a walk or bike ride
to your next family get-together.
6. Know your family history
Ask family members if they have
had vision issues. Retinal condi-
tions including AMD, diabetic re-
tinopathy and even retinal de-
tachments may have a genetic
component that runs in families.
7. Protect your eyes from the sun
Ultraviolet (UV) rays from the sun
can damage not only our skin but
also our eyes. Wear a pair of sun-
glasses that provide 100% UV ab-
sorption or block both UVA and
UVB rays and a wide-brimmed hat
when outdoors.
In addition to family history,
common risk factors for retinal
disease include older age, smoking
and high blood pressure and cho-
June 3, 2022
Take These Six Steps to Get Your Health Back on Track
(StatePoint) Since the start of the
pandemic, Americans have been
postponing routine care. With more
Americans vaccinated against
COVID-19, medical experts are
urging patients to return to routine
health care and get caught up on
delayed or foregone preventive
health screenings.
“While we know that prevention
is the best medicine, the pandemic
has caused many Americans to
delay important routine health ser-
vices vital to keeping themselves
and their families healthy, parti-
cularly critical immunizations and
preventive cancer screenings. We
urge everyone to get up to date on
their routine health care needs,”
says Gerald E. Harmon, M.D.,
president of the American Medical
Association (AMA).
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According to the AMA, you and your
family should take these six steps
to get your health back on track:
1. Get screened: Estimates based
on statistical models show that
since April 2020, 3.9 million breast
cancer, 3.8 million colorectal cancer
and 1.6 million prostate cancer di-
agnoses may have been missed due
to pandemic-related care disrup-
tions. Check in with your health
care provider. If you’re due for pre-
ventive care, tests or screenings,
make an appointment. These mea-
sures are designed to keep you
healthy and help your doctor spot
certain conditions before they
become more serious.
2. Don’t wait: An estimated 41% of
adults with one or more chronic
health conditions reported delaying
or forgoing health care since the
pandemic started. Additionally, one
in three of those adults reported
that doing so worsened one or more
of their health conditions or limited
their abilities to work or perform
other daily activities. Whether you
have a chronic health condition or
not, don’t wait until something is
wrong before seeing a doctor. If
something does feel off, schedule an
appointment with your doctor as
soon as possible.
3. Consider telehealth: If you’re
uncomfortable or unable to go in
person to your physician’s practice,
check on telehealth options, which
have greatly increased over the past
two years.
4. Visit your pediatrician: During
the pandemic, pediatric immuniza-
tions decreased. As public health
measures are rolled back, people
gather in groups, and traveling
resumes, non-COVID-19 infections
that decreased during the pan-
demic are likely to increase again.
Well-child visits and recommended
vaccinations are essential to help-
ing ensure children stay healthy
and protected from serious dis-
eases. If your child is due for a
check-up, schedule one im-
mediately.
5. Get vaccinated: Adolescents
and adult immunizations also
sharply declined during the pan-
demic and an estimated 26 million
You good?
Reach out to a friend about
their mental health.
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recommended vaccinations were
missed in 2020 as compared to
2019. Get up to date on vac-
cinations, including the COVID-19
vaccine. Everyone who’s eligible for
the COVID-19 vaccine, including
booster doses, should get vac-
cinated as soon as possible to
protect themselves and their loved
ones. If you have questions, speak
with your physician and review
trusted resources, including getvac-
cineanswers.org.
6. Don’t neglect mental health:
While mental health screenings via
digital health tools are up, routine
care for mental health is down.
Approximately 52% of adults with
mental health conditions delayed or
forewent care since the pandemic
began. Given the adverse effects the
events of the past two years have
had on mental health, such as
increasing anxiety, depression and
loneliness, it’s especially important
to prioritize this aspect of your
health now.
For more resources, visit ama-
assn.org.
“We encourage everyone to con-
tact their trusted medical pro-
fessional to schedule their annual
physical and other vital care to help
prevent serious health repercus-
sions that could potentially last
long past the pandemic,” says Dr.
Harmon.
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June 3, 2022
Divas
ON A DIME
Start Grilling
Season With Twist
on Burnt Ends
BY PATTI DIAMOND
The Memorial Day weekend is a
time for recognition and gratitude
as we honor the veterans who have
given their lives for our country. For
many families, this remembrance
weekend also signals the official
beginning of grilling season.
My social circle is swarming with
barbeque fanatics. When we get
together, we usually slow smoke a
whole brisket, and the most coveted
of all pieces are the “burnt ends.”
I’ll explain: Burnt ends are the
smokey, chewy, crispy edges cut
from a slow smoked brisket. They’re
from the fattiest, juiciest part of the
brisket, coated with BBQ sauce
then caramelized. It’s truly meat
candy.
Back in the day, BBQ joints
would collect burnt end trimmings
from briskets during the week and
serve them as a Friday night
special. Well, it became such a hit
many restaurants started featuring
them on their regular menus. What
started as scraps became the star of
the show!
There are two problems with
Recipes
Parmesan Chicken Pops
BY STACEY LAWSON
Ingredients:
1/2 cup of crushed Corn Flakes
3 Tbsp of grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 tsp of granulated garlic
1 1/4 lb of skinless, boneless chicken breasts halves
3 Tbsp of melted butter
salt and pepper
bamboo skewers
DIRECTIONS:
1.Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
2. In a bowl combine crushed Corn Flakes, Parmesan cheese, and
garlic. Salt and pepper to taste.
3. Dip chicken pieces in butter and roll in Corn Flakes mixture.
4. Place on a baking rack in a shallow baking pan.
5. Bake for about 30 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink.
6. When somewhat cooled, stick a bamboo stick into the strip,
similar to a corn-dog, to serve.
Enjoy!
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traditional brisket burnt ends: time
and cost. So, we’re going to use
chuck roast instead of brisket.
Brisket can take up to 18 hours to
cook, while chuck roast takes about
five hours. Chuck roast and brisket
usually cost about the same per
pound, but a brisket will weigh
between 10 and 16 pounds, and
our recipe uses a 4-pound chuck
roast. We’re going to satisfy our
barbeque craving at a fraction of
the time and cost.
This recipe starts on the grill or
smoker, then to save time we’ll
finish cooking in the oven. To make
every bite into burnt ends we cut
the cooked roast into small pieces,
add barbeque sauce and return to
the oven until everything is cara-
melized, chewy and falling-apart
tender.
oven until it reaches 195 F to 203 F, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
POOR MAN’S BURNT ENDS approximately 2 hours. Remove 1/4 teaspoon granulated garlic
Yield: 4-6 servings Time: 5 hours from oven and let rest for 20 1/8 teaspoon onion powder
minutes. 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
1 (3 to 4 pound) chuck roast 4. Raise the oven temperature to
Dry rub, your favorite or recipe 300 F. Cut the roast into 1-inch In a small bowl, mix all ingredients.
below chunks. Put it back in the baking
2 tablespoons brown sugar pan and sprinkle with brown sugar. NOTE: Cook to temperature, not to
1/2 cup, plus 2 tablespoons BBQ Drizzle 1/2 cup BBQ sauce over the time. Low and slow gives us time to
sauce meat and toss gently to coat. Cover raise a glass in honor of those who
the pan with foil. Put it back in the gave their all for our freedom.
1. Season your chuck roast on all oven for 1 hour. Incidentally, this is ***
sides with dry rub. what heaven smells like. Lifestyle expert Patti Diamond is
2. Preheat your smoker or BBQ grill 5. Remove from the oven, add the the penny-pinching, party-plann-
within the range of 200 F to 225 F. remaining 2 tablespoons sauce, ing, recipe developer and content
If smoking, use hickory, oak or gently toss again, and return to the creator of the website “Divas On A
mesquite wood. Place the roast in oven uncovered for 20 to 30 Dime — Where Frugal, Meets Fa-
the smoker or grill over indirect minutes to caramelize the sauce. bulous!” Visit Patti at www.diva
heat until it reaches a temperature 6. Serve on toasted buns with sonadime.com and join the con-
of 165 F, approximately 2 hours. bread-and-butter pickles and versation on Facebook at Divas
3. At this time, preheat your oven to pickled onions. Grill some corn on OnADimeDotCom. Email Patti at
250 F. Remove the roast and place the cob, make coleslaw, and call it divapatti@divasonadime.com
in a disposable aluminum baking good!
pan and cover with foil. Bake in the (c) 2022 King Features Synd., Inc.
EASY DRY RUB
Per each pound of meat:
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KOVELS ANTIQUES AND
COLLECTING
Campeche Chair
BY TERRY AND KIM KOVEL
When decorating a room, it’s fun to in-
clude something out-of-the-ordinary. Per-
haps you can find an unusual lamp or a
modern painting, or a piece of furniture in
a unique style. Try something new and go
to an auction to see what’s selling.
Neal Auction Company’s recent auction
was selling different styles of antique
furniture, including a Campeche chair. It
looked a lot like some modern chairs, but
it had a single piece of leather curved to
make the back and seat on a simple
wooden frame. The back was tipped just
enough to make it a perfect place to nap.
The legs were upside-down capital C’s, one This Campeche chair is
on each side with a center stretcher. It was made of mahogany with a
a perfect conversation piece. small, circular inlay of a
The name “Campeche” comes from its lighter wood. It was
use in the city of Campeche, Mexico, estimated to be worth
where it was popular in the late 18th $5,000.
century. Historians thought the name
came from campeche wood, but most were made of mahogany. Looking up
the chair’s history takes talent because it is also called a “Spanish chair”
or a “butac” (a shortened form of other words, “butaca” or “boutaque,” used
for the chair). Some call it the “planter’s chair.” Thomas Jefferson had one
of these chairs he called a “Campeachy.”
The chairs, similar to earlier X-frame chairs, were popular in Louisiana
and shipped to New Orleans. They were used in Philadelphia by the 1830s
and in London by about 1845. Some modern artists, including silversmith
William Spratling, were creating similar pieces in the 1950s. The chairs are
still being made and sold in the U.S. today.
***
Q: I have two curio cabinets labeled “Jasper.” I purchased them in the
1960s from Harlem Furniture Co. in Dayton, Ohio. I was hoping that you
could help me out with finding new keys! Thank you.
A: If owners of antique furniture collectors are lucky, their pieces have the
original key. If you don’t see a key, check to see if it’s taped in a drawer or
on the back panel. Don’t remove the lock, it will damage the furniture. Call
a locksmith. Ask an antiques dealer or auction gallery if it can suggest a
locksmith who repairs antiques. There are master keys for most types of
Spring Creek Towers Community Center
& more receptive to suggestions about changes that might need to
! be made in your personal life.
Beginning on 5/20/21 will be hosting a free
Online Game Night on the 3rd Thursday of each
month from 5:30p – 7:30p
We will have breakout rooms with the following games:
• Wheel of Fortune
• Trivia
• Jeopardy
• Bingo
!
Please register for game night
by using the link or QR Code below:
https://tinyurl.com/SITEC-Game-Nite
For additional Info please reach out to Jatava Sevorwell
jatava@igotitotoo.org or 347.369.4407
_____________________________________________________________________
June 3, 2022
locks — old or new, furniture, house or filing cabinet, even clocks and coin-
operated machines.
***
TIP: Old vs. new iron garden furniture: Old iron furniture usually weighs
more, and the iron is smoother than new iron. Look for rust and faded
paint, also. But remember, that too can be faked.
For more collecting news, tips and resources, visit www.Kovels.com
(c) 2021 King Features Synd., Inc.
Photo Credit: Kovels
ARIES (March
21 to April 19) A
heads-up alert to
all free-spirited
Ewes and Rams:
Be wary of a deal
that could result in
FOR THE WEEK OF MAY 30, 2022 compromising your
independence. Check every
detail before making a
commitment.
TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) New facts emerge that help put
an irksome workplace situation in perspective. Meanwhile, pay
more attention to a family member who needs your wisdom and
strength.
GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) A slight setback in plans is nothing
to worry about. Use this delay to deal with a number of matters
you might have ignored for too long. Expect news from someone
in your past.
CANCER (June 21 to July 22) You’re entering a period of
stability. Use it to straighten out any outstanding problems
related to a very personal situation. Also, pay closer attention to
financial matters.
LEO (July 23 to August 22) As much as you love being a social
Lion, you might well benefit from staying out of the spotlight for a
while. You need time to reflect on some upcoming decisions.
VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) A difficult family
situation improves, thanks to your timely intervention. You can
now start to focus more of your attention on preparing for a
possible career change.
LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) An on-the-job
change works to your benefit by offering new opportunities. It’s
up to you to check them out. Meanwhile, a stalled romantic
situation starts up again.
SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) That flare-
up of Scorpian temperament cools down, leaving you
SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21)
An unusual period of indecisiveness is a mite
frustrating. But things soon clear up, allowing the sage
Sagittarian to make those wise pronouncements
again.
CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) You might feel that
you know best, but it’s not a good idea at this time to try to force
your opinions on others. Best advice: Inspire change by
example, not by intimidation.
AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) Some setbacks could
affect your plans to fortify your financial situation. But things
start moving again by early next week. Meanwhile, enjoy your
resurgent social life.
PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Show that
often-hidden steely spine of yours as you once again stand up
to an emotional bully. You’ve got the strength to do it, especially
as friends rally to your side.
BORN THIS WEEK: Your ruling planet, Mercury, endows you with a
gift for writing. Have you considered penning the world’s greatest novel?
(c) 2022 King Features Synd., Inc.
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B usiness Page 718-642-2 718
Flag Day Facts Fun Features Answers
contnued from page 3
After a tragedy or death, the flag is
flown at half staff for 30 days. It’s
called “half staff” on land ,and “half
mast” on a ship.
When flown vertically on a pole,
the stars and blue field, or “union”,
is at the top and at the end of the
pole (away from your house).
The American flag is always flown
at the top of the pole. Your state flag
and other flags fly below it.
The union is always on top. When
displayed in print, the stars and blue
field are always on the left.
Never let your flag touch the
ground, never...period.
Fold your flag when storing. Don’t
just stuff it in a drawer or box.
When your flag is old and has
seen better days, it is time to retire it.
Old flags should be burned or
buried. Please do not throw it in the
trash.
Did you Know? There is a very
special ceremony for retiring the flag
by burning it. It is a ceremony
everyone should see. Your local Boy
Scout group knows the proper
ceremony and performs it on a
regular basis. If you have an old flag,
give it to them. And, attend the
ceremony. If you like to study flags,
then you are a Vexillologist!
Famous Flag People:
Betsy Ross was a seamstress who
made clothes for George Washing-
ton. In June, 1776, Washington ap-
proached her to make the country’s
first flag and the rest is history.
Francis Scott Key Inspired by the
British bombardment of Fort from page 20
McHenry, Francis Scott Key penned
the lyrics to our national anthem as
he witnessed the event as British
rockets whizzed in the air while our Read The
American Flag flew in the breeze. Spring Creek Sun
Courtesy of: Holidayinsights.com Online
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