SPRING CREEK SUN

Vol. 51, No. 10 Serving The Spring Creek Community Since 1974 June 16, 2023

See the Centerfold for Photos of PS 346's End of Year Carnival

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upcoming special birthday, anniversary, engage-
ment, wedding, birth, special occasion or a death
announcement that you would like to let the community
know about?
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ments in the paper. For more information call Pamela
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FAQs Around Spring Creek Towers
Q: What are some of the balcony and window rules?
A: Attached to all resident’s leases are several rules and
regulations, which includes:
l No alterations, additions or improvements to the balconies or
terraces of the demised premises.
l No awnings, aerial or other projections shall be attached to the
outside walls of the building or to the balconies or terraces, and
no blinds, shades or screens shall be attached to or hung in.
The laundry and drying apparatus of Landlord shall be used in
such manner and at such times as Landlord may direct. Tenant
shall not dry or air clothes on the roof, balcony or terrace.
l No garbage cans, ice, milk bottles, mats or other articles shall
be placed in the halls or on the staircase landings, nor shall
anything be hung from the windows, terraces or balconies, or
placed upon the window
l No Balcony enclosures and screens
l No BBQ grills and propane tanks
l No Bikes hanging over rails and E-Bikes
l No Satellite dishes and electrical lighting or equipment
l No Car tires and clothing
l No Use of balcony as storage
Management does not provide permission for any of the above
guidelines. Please remove all hazards immediately to avoid a
public safety incident, lease violation and/or legal proceedings to
terminate signed lease agreement with Spring Creek Towers. You
may reach our Call Center at 718-240-4646 for more information.
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PS 346’s Schoolwide Anti-Gun Violence Walk

BY AMANDA MOSES

June is gun violence awareness month during which thousands wear the
color orange to remember those lost in senseless shootings. According to
the organization, Wear Orange, more than 43,000 Americans are killed by
a gun while 76,000 more have been shot every year.
The act of wearing orange has become a symbol of defiance that was
developed in 2013, shortly after 16-year-old Hadiya Pendleton marched in
President Barack Obama’s second inaugural parade. It was one week after
the parade on January 21, 2013, when Pendleton was simply hanging out
in a Chicago playground when she was tragically shot and killed. To honor
her memory, Pendleton’s friends wore orange—a color hunters wear when
out in the woods to protect themselves from being shot.
In light of the pervasive effect gun violence has on New York City,
specifically high-risk zones in Brooklyn, staff and teachers at Abe Stark
Primary School 346 (PS 346) decided to spend an afternoon educating
students regarding anti-gun violence programs and measures through a
schoolwide walk on June 2nd.
“Unfortunately, a large percentage of our parent population has been
effected by gun violence, so we found this march necessary so that we can
raise awareness and hopefully convince our elected officials to pass more
stringent gun laws,” Principal Jabari Edwards explained.
While gun violence is a mature issue for children in pre-k to fifth grade
to comprehend, it is unfortunate that many of them are also already well-
acquainted with the devastation left behind in its wake. Whether that is
through facing gun violence that plagues areas in Brooklyn such as; East
New York, Canarsie, Brownsville, Bedford Stuyvesant and more, or
through continued preparedness that schools must undertake during
mass shooter lockdown measures due to the world as it is.
The schoolwide walk took place at 9 am on June 2nd and saw children
in every grade don orange clothing and march throughout their playground
chanting, “Stop the gun violence” and “Enough is Enough,” while holding
up signs calling for gun safety.
“No more silence, gun violence should be over,” Isadora, 9, said, adding
that she is proud to spread awareness on this issue, but also saddened by
those who have been affected by gun violence.
After the march, students held their signs high for photos heading back
to their classrooms where they discussed the importance of this issue,
something Principal Edwards hopes will serve them well on their journey to
adulthood and perhaps inspire them to become law makers.

Photos by Amanda Moses

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FDA VIII Field Day

BY AMANDA MOSES

On June 6th, students in Frederick Douglass Academy

(FDA) VIII hosted their field day event at the Shirley Chisolm
State Park in celebration of their efforts on the Math and ELA
(English Language Arts) state exams.
It was a bright and sunny morning when students from
FDA VIII hopped onto their school buses to take a trip to the
Shirley Chisolm State Park Fountain Entrance last week. The
teens were asked to bring lunch, snacks, water, and small
sporting equipment or games, as well as a picnic blanket.
Teens hiked nature trails, roller bladed and rode scooters
along the scenic Jamacia Bay and enjoyed a morning and
afternoon of nature and sunshine. This was a much needed
respite at the end of the year, allowing the teens to take a
break from the books.

Photos by Amanda Moses

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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
message with your name and
phone number at 718-642-3892.
Your call will be returned. Join your
tenants association, “In unity there
is strength.”
AA and NA
St. Laurence Roman Catholic
Church, Flatlands and Van Siclen
Avenues, host Alcoholics and
Narcotics Anonymous meetings.
The Alcoholics Anonymous meet-
ings are Fridays at 8 pm Virtually
and Narcotics Anonymous meet-
ings are on Thursdays at 7:30 pm
For more information call 917-627-
0325.
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.
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Teen Central
Open to Spring Creek Towers
residents only, ages 12 to 18,
Monday through Friday from 3 pm
to 7 pm in the lower level of the
Brooklyn Sports Club. No member-
ship fees. For more information
contact 718-642-7168.
Starrett City Boxing Club
The Starrett City Boxing Club is
available to all BSC members (two
classes per month are free). You
must register with the boxing club
directly 24 hours in advance. You
do not need to register with USA
boxing. Must bring their own hand
wraps and boxing gloves. The
Boxing Club is now located in the
Brooklyn Sports Club. For more
information, ask reception for the
boxing club or contact 917-530-
1219
Sisters with Purpose
Join the conversation. A support/
ministry group created by women
living in Spring Creek Towers. Non-
judgmental and non-denomina-
tional based. Meets every Thursday
evening @ 7 pm For more infor-
mation: Susie Williams 646-460-
4101.
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Spring Creek Senior Par tners News
June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month
June is designated as Alzheimer and Brain Awareness Month. Wear
purple to help raise awareness of this devastating disease.
Several studies suggest using these ten ways to love your brain:
1. Break a sweat
2. Hit the books
3 “Butt Out” (reduce cigarette smoking)
4. Follow you heart
5. Heads up
6. Fuel Up (Healthy Eating)
7. Catch some zzzz’s
8. Take Care of your Mental Health
9. Stump Yourself
10. Buddy Up
It is never too late, or too early to start thinking about your brain’s
health.
Spring Creek Senior Partners will be expanding mental health care
for the older adults residing in Spring Creek Towers by connecting
anyone seeking mental health services with a licensed clinical social
worker.
If you need to see one of our NORC Nurses or Social Worker, please
call for an appointment. Our telephone number is 718-348-7620. Our
Office hours are Monday-Friday from 9:30am to 12:30pm, Spring
Creek Senior Partners offers free blood pressure, Body Mass Index,
Weight and Oxygen Level screenings. Call our office at 718-348-7620
to schedule an appointment.
Spring Creek Senior Partners NORC will be conducting several
workshops this month pertaining to health and wellness. Some of the
topics include:
1. Beginning, on Thursday June 1st, SCSP will host a Walk-A-Thon,
every Monday & Thursday from 11am-12pm. (Waters are provided for
each participant following each walk)
2. Wellness Wednesday’s Line Dancing from 11am-12pm
3. Bingo every Friday from 2pm-3:30pm.
4. Senior Partner First Annual Father’s Day Luncheon on 6/16/2023
from 11am-1pm.
5. Senior Partners Field Trip Day June 30, 2023 from 11am-2pm
For more information, visit the office of Spring Creek Senior Partners
and speak with Jasmine Jennings to attend.
The staff of Spring Creek Senior Partners is here to assist those living
in Spring Creek Towers who are 60 years and older. You are always
welcome to participate in our many events and activities.
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.
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Education Matters
2023 Graduation and
Stepping Up Dates
Here is a list of the on-site school’s graduations and stepping up
ceremonies:
PS 346- 3K and Pre-K: June 20th at 9am
Kindergarten: June 21st at 9am
5th Graduation: June 22nd at 9am
IS 364- June 20th at 3pm

FDA VIII-June 23rd at 3pm

SELC Stepping Up Ceremonies will be held at 10am from June 16-

23rd
Please contact SELC for your child’s class Stepping Up date

**Please note that all Graduation Ceremonies will be held at

the respective schools, for more information please contact
the individual school.

“Let’s go to the movies!” Teen Central and YAP

See Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse
BY AMANDA MOSES

On June 6th, members of Spring

Creek Teen Central (TC) and the
Department of Public Safety’s (DPS)
Young Adult Program (YAP) swung
into a new adventure with the film
Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse.
Together both groups visited the
Alamo Drafthouse Cinema in Down-
town Brooklyn, where they had an
entire 40 seat theater to themselves.
Some teens were so excited to see
Starrett Early Learning Center
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the film they donned Miles Morales (718) 642-8724 Fax: (718) 642-3019
cosplay outfits, while others wore
their favorite Spider-Man shirts.
According to YAP Co-Director,
Eileen Level, the teens and young
adults had an absolute blast, and the
Great News!
film was a hit.
The YAP will be giving away free tickets (sponsored by Pluto TV) Starrett Early Learning Center invites you to register your child in school
opening weekend for the film, Flash for June 17th and June 18th for the 2023-2024 school year!
at the Stuart Cinema Café. For more information email: Stuart 718 642-8724 I
CinemaCafe@gmail.com If your child was born in 2019(4K) or 2020(3K) he or she is eligible.

Photo courtesy of TC and YAP Starrett Early Learning Center offers a free, high quality, safe, nurturing
4-K and 3-K program from 8am-2:20 pm at two locations:
125 Schroeders Avenue and 1325 Pennsylvania Avenue
Brief NYC School Calendar We also offer a very limited extended care option for a monthly fee.
(*** priority given to current students)

June 19th Schools are closed for Juneteenth Register online.

June 27th Last Day of School for students
Follow the steps below:

1. Log into MySchools.nyc

For the complete New York City Department of Education school 2. Create a profile.
calendar of classes, holidays, closings and tests, go to 3. Select Starrett Early Learning Center (KBPJ or KBPL) as the 1st school of
schools.nyc.gov choice.
4. Submit your application.
5. The Department of Education will notify you in May/June if you your
child has receive an offer to attend our program.
Altice will provide free home internet If you have any questions, feel free to email or call.
access for 60 days for any household with a K-
Stay safe and well!
12 child and/or college student who has been
displaced. Families who do not currently have Ms. Moore, MS. Ed
Executive Director
home internet can call 866-200-9522 to enroll t.moore@starrettelc.org
in Optimum region. 718-642-87
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Gifts to Elevate Dad’s Morning Routine this Father’s Day

frame, making it possible to savor coffee or tea for as long as it takes to
drink it. If Dad has ever resorted to microwaving a forgotten morning brew,
which can turn even the best drink bitter, or has simply slugged it down
tepid, he will appreciate this sleek, ergonomic, easy-to-use mug. Plus, its
optional spill-resistant lid means that Dad can take his cup of joe
throughout his home or office, on the back deck, or wherever he would
most enjoy it. Perfect for a dorm or first apartment, this makes a useful
high school or college graduation gift as well. For more information, visit
https://nextmug.com/.

2. A closer shave: Help Dad say goodbye to nicks and patchy facial hair.
Offering a close shave, even on a dense beard, Braun’s Series 9 Pro Electric
Shaver features sensors that adjust power to beard density, and a precision
switch to capture tricky hair. Because its built-in sonic technology yields a
more efficient shave, and its docking station automatically charges and
cleans the razor, you’ll be giving Dad the gift of more time for himself in the
morning.

3. Music and podcasts on-the-go: Add entertainment and motivation to

Dad’s morning workouts with comfortable, durable headphones. Just be
(StatePoint) A great morning routine makes getting out of bed more
sure to consider his needs when selecting the right pair. Whereas bone
pleasant and sets the tone for a successful, happy day. Whether your Dad
conduction headphones offer the safety of being able to hear surrounding
is a morning lark or a night owl, he will appreciate gifts that help him start
sounds, which is great for morning jogs and commutes, air conduction
his days on the right foot. With that in mind, here are three fun Father’s
offers the best shock-free comfort. Finally in-ear style headphones can
Day gift ideas to consider, all of which would also make great gifts for the
isolate outside noise when it’s desired, such as at the gym. The X9-pro,
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waterproof and Bluetooth-connected, so Dad can listen to his favorite jams
1. The perfect cup of coffee: Most people think they are satisfied with
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their morning cup of coffee, that is, until they try Nextmug, a smart, self-
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heating mug that keeps beverages warm (130 degrees F), hot (140 degrees
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Tribeca Festival Premiere’s Chasing Chasing Amy

BY AMANDA MOSES
There are just some films that
have such a profound effect on us,
we can’t help but watch it over and
over again, bridging connections
from the movie to our very own
lives.
For a 12-year-old Sav Rodgers
watching director Kevin Smith’s
comedy/drama Chasing Amy had
just that effect on his pre-teen life.
The film Chasing Amy is about a
comic book writer named Holden
who falls in love with Alyssa a
comic artist; however, Alyssa is a
lesbian and Holden spends the
entire story trying to make her fall
in love with him. While many in the
LGBTQ+ community have voiced
their concern over this problematic
plot of trying to change someone’s
orientation, Rodgers felt the film
had a deeper meaning and tackled
discussions in the gay community
that were not often spoken of in the
1990s. Such as simply asking the
question, what are your pronouns?
Chasing Amy was a massive life
raft when I needed it. It saved my
life as a kid. And now, it’s a movie
that has had immense significance
to me and became my job for five
years and so now I would say the
relationship with it is probably
more reasonable than perhaps it
was when I was younger,” Rodgers
said.
“If there’s anybody who was in
my situation who sees Chasing,
Chasing Amy I really hope that that
Chasing Chasing Amy they feel seen and they feel that
there’s a path forward in their life
Director Sav Rodger
because despite everything that’s
happening in the world, we’ve
Rodgers told the Spring Creek Sun. always been here, we will always be
Rodgers first saw Chasing Amy here. And your future is wilder and
at 12, but as he transitioned, be- more imaginative, and better than
Over the years, Rodgers plucked came an adult, and started to delve you could ever possibly imagine,”
away at his obsession over Chasing deeper into the film’s nuan-ces, his Rodgers added.
Amy, even participating in a 2019 relationship with the movie has
TED talk about how the film saved also changed.
his life growing up in rural Kansas. “The things that are important to Photos by Amanda Moses
This then led to Rodgers creating a you at 12 are not as important to
documentary that focuses on the you as you mature and get older.
LGBTQ+ community and the world
of film, Chasing Chasing Amy. In
doing so, he shared his personal
journey of self-realization coming
out as trans and interviewed others
about their experiences.
Chasing Chasing Amy had its
world premiere at the Tribeca Fest-
ival on June 8th, where the direc-
tor, producers and subjects dis-
cussed the importance of this
LGBTQ+ documentary on the red
carpet at AMC 19th Street.
“I want audiences to take away
that our stories matter the stories
that we tell matter, there’s a mas-
sive impact and it matters, what
you have access to. And I think that
we can also just be a little kinder,”
June 16, 2023
M oney Matters
Five Ways to Live Your
Best Travel Life This
Summer
(Statepoint) Summer travel is
heating up despite packed airports,
crowded destinations and rising
prices. In fact, 80% of Americans
are planning to travel as much or
more than they did last summer,
according to a new Harris Poll
survey from T-Mobile.
No matter where you’re going,
here’s how to watch your wallet
while making the most of your
adventures.
Plan Ahead: With international
travel restrictions lifted, global
book-ings have surged by over
200% compared to last year,
according to AAA. And some of the
most popular destinations search-
ed for on Google Flights for this
summer are London, Cancun, Paris
and Rome. If you’re planning to
travel internationally and need a
passport, estimated processing
times are 11 to 13 weeks instead of
the usual 8 to 10 due to an uptick
in applications and demand. So,
get going!
Be Flexible: If you can avoid travel-
ing during peak summer travel
season from mid-June through Au-
gust, try booking during the “shoul-
der season,” which is the time just
before and after. For this summer,
travel experts recommend booking
travel in September to reduce cost.
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PS 346’s PTA Hosts End of Year Carnival

BY AMANDA MOSES

On June 6th, Abe Stark Primary School (PS) 346’s Parent Teacher
Association (PTA) hosted their end of the year carnival much to the
delight of the children.
The smell of freshly popped popcorn, strawberry cotton candy, and
sweet blueberry shaved ice were among the many delicious aromas
that wafted throughout the entire PS 346 playground during their
annual carnival extravaganza. All of the children were able to eat
these snacks for free along with play a host of games and participate
in activities which the PTA says is thanks to several local sponsors
including: BJ’s, Armando’s Pizza, City Fresh, CVS Pharmacy, and
Golden Crust.
The PTA also pitched a handful of pinstriped tents with games such
as a bean bag toss, test your aim by knocking down cans and more.
Winners were given tickets, which they could use toward a variety of
toy prizes.
The students danced and laughed together as they awaited their
turn to jump inside of the bouncy castle or climb up an inflatable
slide. There was also a face painting station, creating the perfect
carnival ambiance for all to enjoy.

Photos by Amanda Moses

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Students at PS 346 Host Town Hall

BY AMANDA MOSES

Students at Abe Stark Primary School (PS) 346 hosted their very first
Town Hall Meeting on June 2nd where they discussed and advocated for
their playground to be renovated.
For decades, the PS 346 playground has been serving simply as a large
concrete surface with decaying basketball backboards and netless hoops.
While the space has often been utilized to host events like the PTA’s End of
Year Carnival, many students are hoping that it could become a
greenspace filled with grass, swings, monkey bars, and maybe even
sprinklers.
Earlier this month, members of the Girls Empowerment Movement
(GEM), My Brother’s Keeper (MBK) and PS 346’s student government
gathered in the school to present several talking points why they believe it
is important that their playground be renovated.
Principal Jabari Edwards shared that one of the first issues brought to
his attention upon taking the position at PS 346 was the state of the
playground. Since joining the staff, Edwards made it his mission to inquire
to whom has ownership over the playground with the help of Council
Member Charles Barron—which they learned the area belonged to PS 346.
“So, once I figured that out, what I wanted to do was make sure that the
students and the community were fully involved. I know exactly what I
would like the playground to look like, but it’s not about me. It’s about the
school and it’s about the greater community,” Edwards said.
Edwards took this process a step further and met with members of the
City Construction Authority and elected officials such as Council Member
Barron, who helped grant PS 346 $1.5 million to renovate the playground
with the stipulation that this reconstruction must also make the area
accessible to the students of PS 346 as well as other local schools, along
with the community. This would mean that tentatively the playground
would be utilized by the school from 8am to about 5pm, and then the
community could access it from 5pm until dusk Monday through Friday
(the community could have full access to the playground over the weekend
as well.)
Edwards then turned the project over to the student government,
members of GEM and MBK, who queried students regarding the changes
they would like to see and why a new playground is important in the first
place.
“Our call to action is to provide our school community with a safe space
for students. A playground sounds like just playtime, but honestly, it’s
much more than just a playground. A playground helps to develop crucial
physical and emotional play. That will also help students socialize and gain
self-confidence not to mention how students can use critical thinking
skills,” Delilah a member of GEMs said.
One by one members of hosting groups presented their thoughts
emphasizing that the ability to play and interact with other children in a
safe space builds connections, teamwork, and other skills.
A representative from Senator Roxanne Persaud’s office also was in
attendance and applauding the children’s well-spoken discussion and
added that she has a renewed hope watching these bright future leaders.
The plans to renovate PS 346’s playground is an ongoing process
intertwining with community feedback and designs.
Photos by Amanda Moses

Spring Creek After School Program Students Create their Own Stickers
By: Pamela Stern

Ms. Jackie’s 4th and 5th graders in the Spring Creek After School
program had Mr. Ruddy a guest artist visit with them on May 30th.
The students were assigned a project where they were able to
design their very own customized stickers.
This assignment allowed the children to engage in an activity
where they were able to think outside of the
box and use their own creativity. This
permitted the students the opportunity to
showcase their own personality and
interests onto sheets of paper, which would
eventually develop into stickers.
Mr. Ruddy passed out sticker paper to all
of the students and instructed them to draw
a character/things that represent who they
are, this will turn into their very own sticker
creation. They used color pencils and
markers to finalize their work and to add
color. The students then handed them to
Mr. Ruddy, and he would place a clear
sticky sheet over the drawings, so he can
cut them out. Once they were cut out, the
students had their very own stickers that
they created.

Photos courtesy of: Spring Creek After

School Program
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Game Play
Street
Fighter 6
Review
BY DEAN MOSES
Game: Street Fighter 6
Platform: PlayStation 5,
PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X and
Series S, Microsoft Windows
Rating: T for Teen
Cost: $69.99
Gamers get ready to be hit with a
powerful Hadouken (special fight-
ing attack) with the return of
Capcom’s iconic fighting game
Street Fighter 6. While this new title
ensures that Ryu and friends come
kicking their way back onto TV
screens with burst of nostalgia that
fans know and love, three new
modes including World Tour, Fight-
ing Ground, and Battle Hub will
also be keeping things fresh. In
addition to high-quality graphics,
the environments embody street
culture through locals such as
Mexico City and Metro City.
GamePlay
Street Fighter 6 has been herald-
ed as a new era in fighting games.
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Continuing with its Fighting Mode,
which consists of the classic ar-
cade, allowing players to battle
against friends, test the combat
system with tutorials and more.
The next option that elevates Street
Fighter 6 is its Battle Hub, where
players (about 100 at a time) can
create their own avatar and
virtually meet with players around
the world. In this hub custom
created characters can walk around
a large lobby, sit at virtual arcades the classic 18-character roster with take the fighting experience to a
and watch other players fight, play the likes of Ryu, Ken, Chun-Li, and whole new level with its additional
classic Street Fighter games and others. modes. The elevated combat me-
even enter tournaments at the chanic, Drive System, is also an
Event Counter. Additionally, ava- Conclusion excellent smoother (characters can
tars can be outfitted in fresh Overall, Street Fighter 6 is head- access five abilities through their
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cluded in Street Fighter 6 will most to rekindle nostalgic memories and special.)
likely be a fan favorite and makes
this iteration stand out among
other gaming titles this year. This
mode is a fresh take for a fighting
game and includes an immersive
single player adventure, where
ReUse,
Reduce
gamers create their own fighter and
play a personalized story while
unlocking costumes and other
and ReCycle
items along the way in an open
world.
While the new modes takes this
2D experience and gives it more
depth, gamers can still appreciate
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Andrews United Methodist Church
Rev. Avilo de Leon,
91 Richmond Street, Brooklyn
(718) 235-4621
Bethelite Institutional Baptist Church,
Inc.
Rev. Dr. Robert Linden, Pastor
447 Elton Street, Brooklyn, N.Y. 11208
718-827-0700
Bethlehem Baptist Church
Rev. Larry Camp Pastor
1962 Linden Boulevard, Brooklyn, NY
11207
(718) 257-8300
Canarsie Community Reformed
Church Since 1876
1155 East 93rd Street, Brooklyn, NY
11239
718-649-3759
Changing Lives Christian Center
Pastor & Founder Paul B. Mitchell
1848 Linden Boulevard, Brooklyn, NY
11207
(718) 272-8277
www.CLCCMinistries.com
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The Church of the Holy Redeemer
(Congregation of the Evangelical
Lutheran Church in America)
Rev. Stephen G. Marsh, Pastor
2424 Linden Boulevard, Brooklyn, NY
(718) 272-9300
Christian Cultural Center of New York
Pastor and founders: Dr. A.R. Bernard,
Rev. Karen Bernard
12020 Flatlands Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
11207
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www.clc.org
East End Baptist Church
Pastor Woody Proffitt
263 Van Siclen Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
(718) 385-0811
Greater New Beginning Baptist Church
Pastor Earl B. Chester
303 East 98th Street
Brooklyn, NY 11212
718-342-0100
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Holy Trinity Russian Orthodox Church
Father Chunov, presiding
400 Glenmore Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
(718) 498-0518
Pilgrim Cathedral of East New York
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872-874 Crescent Street, Brooklyn, NY
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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-
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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
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Congregation B’nai Israel
Rabbi Mordechai German
671 Louisiana Avenue Brooklyn, NY
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Isreal At 75: Renewing the Hope

BY: PAMELA STERN

On Sunday, June 4th blue and white flags with a Jewish star on them were flying
high as marchers, floats, and bands took part in the 75th Israeli Parade down 5th
Avenue from 57th Street to 75th Street from 11am to 4pm in New York City.
This year’s theme of the parade was Israel at 75; Renewing the Hope. This
milestone parade was family friendly and featured a variety of kosher food vendors,
Jewish and Israeli crafts, and activities for children.
This year’s Grand Marshal was Harley Lippman, CEO of Genesis10, an IT
consulting firm. Lippman does a lot of charity work. He is the sole financial
proprietor of an orphanage with approximately 40 children in Cambodia for more
than 17 years. He has put 19 of these children through college.
Lippman is also a regular commentator on national TV (CNBC, Fox Business,
MSNBC, NTD News, OANN and others) regarding issues related to the Middle East,
US politics, and the economy.

Photos by: Amanda Moses

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Speaking of Health that their products are effective.

Do Companies Advertise
Ineffective
Supplements?
By Dr. Keith Roach
DEAR DR. ROACH: I see supple-
ments advertised on television that
are supposed to clear “brain fog”
and do many other beneficial
things. Are these any good, and can
they actually do the things that they
claim? If they are effective, why
aren’t they sold at drugstores? If
not, how is it that companies are
allowed to make these false claims
and advertise these supplements on
television? — J.L.P.
ANSWER: I believe that there are
over-the-counter supplements that
are effective for treating some
medical conditions, and there are a
few instances in which there is
strong evidence of benefit, such as a
vitamin and mineral formula to
slow progression of macular dege-
neration. Very often, there isn’t
enough data to be sure a supple-
ment is either effective or ineffective.
It is certainly true that supple-
ment companies sometimes make
claims that they cannot support. By
law, supplement advertising can
claim to support a body part or
function (which is why you see
claims like “supports heart health”),
but these claims must be followed
by: “This statement has not been
evaluated by the Food and Drug
Administration. This product is not
intended to diagnose, treat, cure or
prevent any disease.”
Often, the advertising for a sup-
plement is at odds with that
statement, and there are many
instances of supplement manu-
facturers having to pay fines or
change their advertising. A supple-
ment that is found to be unsafe can
be removed from the market by the
FDA. In addition, any substance
can be toxic if taken at a high
enough dose. Vitamin A supple-
ments are a good example.
The U.S. FDA does not regulate
supplements the way they do pre-
scription drugs, and supplement
manufacturers do not need to prove
Further, there is strong evidence
that some supplements sold in the
U.S. do not contain as much (or
any!) of the supplement they claim
to provide. I always recommend
getting a supplement that is verified
by a third party, such as the U.S.
Pharmacopeia or the National
Science Foundation, if possible.
There are very few supplements
proven to prevent problems, so I
generally recommend against sup-
plements in people who are healthy
and have no symptoms. This defi-
nitely includes vitamin supple-
ments. Supplements may have
benefit in relieving symptoms for
some less-serious medical condi-
tions, and physicians should be (or
get) familiar with more common
supplements, their potential bene-
fits and their toxicities.
***
DEAR DR. ROACH: I read your
recent article on lichen planus. I
have suffered with this for over two
years. After doing a lot of research,
I found that many people, like me,
have diabetes. Nothing helped it,
and the last treatment was too
dangerous for me, although it did
help me to lose 35 pounds and my
sugar levels are now healthy. I
understand that I can never get rid
of lichen planus and that it’s just in
remission now. — N.T.
ANSWER: Most studies show that
people with diabetes are somewhat
more likely to develop lichen planus
(an itchy skin condition). About
1.5% of people with diabetes will
develop lichen planus, compared to
0.75% of people without diabetes.
Unfortunately, I could not con-
firm that either weight loss or better
diabetes control improves the
symptoms of lichen planus. Some-
times lichen planus becomes in-
active on its own. However, there
are many good reasons to keep
diabetes under control, and I am
publishing your letter in the hope
that it helps someone else.
Dr. Roach regrets that he is unable
to answer individual questions, but
will incorporate them in the column
whenever possible. Readers may
email questions to ToYourGood
Health@med.cornell.edu.
(c) 2023 North America Synd., Inc.
All Rights Reserved

Facts & History of Juneteenth

BY: PAMELA STERN

Juneteenth (officially Juneteenth Nation- clothing. It was common for former slaves

al Independence Day) is a federal holiday and their descendants to make a trip to
in the United States commemorating the Galveston.
emancipation of enslaved African-Ameri- Juneteenth celebrations often include
cans. Deriving its name from combining lectures and exhibitions on African-
June and  nineteenth, it is celebrated on American culture. The modern holiday
the anniversary of  the order, issued places emphasis upon teaching about
by  Major General Gordon Granger  on African-American heritage. The holiday is
June 19, 1865, proclaiming freedom for also a celebration of  soul food and other
slaves in Galveston, Texas.  food with African-American influences. In
Juneteenth has since been observed many places, Juneteenth has become
annually in various parts of the United a  multi-cultural holiday.  Red food and
States, often broadly celebrating African- drinks are traditional during the cele-
American culture. The day was first brations, including  red velvet cake and
recognized as a federal holiday in 2021, strawberry soda, with red meant to
when President  Joe Biden signed represent resilience and joy.
the  Juneteenth National Independence
Day Act into law after the efforts of Lula How to Celebrate Juneteenth
Briggs Galloway, Opal Lee, and others. Red is a prominent color in Juneteenth
Early celebrations date back to 1866, celebrations. It symbolizes the shed blood
first involving church-centered commu- of enslaved Black people. Serve a pitcher of
nity gatherings in Texas. They spread strawberry punch or soda—the unofficial
across  the South and became more drink of Juneteenth—or hibiscus tea at
commercialized in the 1920s and 1930s, often centering on a food festival. your celebration.
Beginning with Texas by proclamation in 1938, and by legislation in 1979, Here are some ways to celebrate
every US state and the District of Columbia has formally recognized the Juneteenth:
holiday in some way. With its adoption in parts of Mexico, the holiday has Find an event in your area
become an international holiday. Juneteenth is celebrated by Cook some traditional foods
the Mascogos, descendants of Black Seminoles who escaped from slavery Support Black Owned-Businesses
in 1852 and settled in Coahuila, Mexico. Listen to Black Artists
Celebratory traditions often include public readings of the  Eman- Watch Black TV Shows and Movies
cipation Proclamation singing traditional songs such as “Swing Low, Read books written by Black Authors and Poets
Sweet Chariot” and “ Lift Every Voice and Sing”, and the reading of works Visit an Exhibit or Museum dedicated to Black Culture
by African-American writers, such as  Ralph Ellison and Maya Angelo. Do Fun Arts and Crafts with Your Kids
Juneteenth celebrations may also include rodeos, street fairs, cookouts, Learn about the History of Juneteenth
family reunions, parties, historical reenactments, and Miss Juneteenth
contests. In 2021, Juneteenth became the first new federal holiday If you are looking for a local Juneteenth celebration: Congressman
since Martin Luther King Jr. Day was adopted in 1983. Hakeem Jeffries, State Senator Jessica Scarcella-Spanton, and Assembly-
The holiday is considered the “longest-running African-American member Alex Brock-Krasny will be hosting a Juneteenth Jubilee on
holiday” and has been called “America’s second Independence Day”. Monday, June 19th from 12pm to 4pm at Nautilus Playground located on
Juneteenth is usually celebrated on the third Saturday in June. West 31st Street in Brooklyn between Surf Avenue and Riegelmann
Early celebrations consisted of  baseball, fishing, and rodeos. African- boardwalk. There will be a live DJ, games, performances and more.
Americans were often prohibited from using public facilities for their
celebrations, so they were often held at churches or near water. For more information check out Jeffries.house.gov/events/
Celebrations included elaborate large meals and people wearing their best
June 16, 2023 SPRING CREEK SUN
The 66th Annual Puerto Rican Day Parade in NYC
BY AMANDA MOSES
Thousands of New Yorkers lined Fifth Avenue in Manhattan for the
66th Annual Puerto Rican Day Parade celebration on June 11th.
The scene in Midtown Manhattan was vibrant and loud on Sunday,
where the reverberating beats of Latin music and the echoing screams
of attendees shouting, “Boricua” and “Vivir Puerto Rico” among a sea
of Puerto Rican Flags could be seen and heard for over 35 blocks.
Starting on 44th Street and Fifth Avenue, parade goers, partici-
pants, and even police officers danced to the song, “Brujeria” by El
Gran Combo de Puerto Rico while others hopped onto their bouncing
floats as they swayed their hips to Bad Bunny’s “Despues de la Playa.”
In its entirety, the parade was a festive affair where everyone was
dancing in the streets.
This year’s parade theme was “Música, Cultura y Alegría,” which
means “Music, Culture and Joy” in Spanish. The coordinators of the
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parade highlighted the significant cultural imprint musicians, artists,
and other creators have made throughout history. This includes the
2023 honorees, who were: Grand Marshall Giselle Blondet, Madrina
Judy Torres, Padrino Ismael Cruz Cordova and Queen Justina
Machado.
Additionally, the parade joined with actor, composer, singer and
writer, Lin-Manuel Miranda to create the National Puerto Rican Day
Scholarship Fund TeeRico t-shirt (the proceeds are being used to fund
the scholarship).
The parade was held from 11 am to about 5 pm, concluding on 79th
Street and Fifth Avenue.
Photos by Amanda Moses
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ON A DIME
Ready, Set, Pickle!
Whip Up Quick
Pickled Onions in
Minutes!
By Patti Diamond
How about a recipe that’s embar-
rassingly easy to prepare, is ready
in minutes, costs next to nothing
and adds amazing flavor to many of
your favorite meals? We’re talking
about homemade quick pickled
onions.
Once you start making these
pickled onions, you’ll always have a
jar waiting in the fridge to add a
kick to every meal.
Now, I rarely go to the effort of
properly “canning” things. But
refrigerator pickling? I’m all about
it! Why? Because it’s easy. It’s
practically instant gratification.
This is one of those mindless things
you do when the other food is
cooking, in between talking on the
phone, folding laundry and feeding
the dog.
Quick pickling onions is as
simple as marinating the onions in
a brine made with water, vinegar
and sugar then serving. This is not
a recipe for preserved, canned red
onions, and therefore this is not
recommended for long-term cann-
Recipes
Sancocho Colombiano
BY: KEESHA
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 1hour 30 minutes  the mixture for 1 minute. Set it aside.
Total Time: 1hour 45 minutes  2. Put the beef in a bowl and add some salt
Ingredients
  For the Marinade;
1/3 cup Water
1 large Onion, cut into cubes
3 cloves of Garlic
2 Scallions
2 Tomatoes, cut into cubes
1/2 tsp Salt
1 tsp Black Pepper
1 tsp Cumin
For the Sancocho:
6 1/2 cups Water
4 Beef ribs, cleaned, trimmed of fat, and
cut in half
2 ears of Corn, cut in half
1 tsp Salt
4 Chicken legs
4 Pork ribs, cut into small pieces
4 medium Potatoes, peeled, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 Cassava, cut into 4 pieces
1 medium ripe Plantain, cut into 4 pieces
1 bunch of Cilantro, chopped
1/2 tsp Black Pepper
1 tsp Cumin
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ing storage.
Since variety is the spice of life,
you can modify this recipe by using
various onions and different vine-
gars and sweeteners. Your vinegar
choices can be plain white vinegar
or apple cider vinegar, rice wine
vinegar, balsamic vinegar, red or
white wine vinegar. Sweeteners
include granulated sugar, light and
dark brown sugar; you could even
use honey or molasses.
You can use any kind of onion
and be successful with this recipe.
My favorite is red onion because
they turn a beautiful shade of pink.
But if sweet onions are in season,
this recipe really lets them shine.
Sweet onions, including Vidalia and
Walla Walla Sweets, are less
pungent than regular onions and
have a natural sweetness that lends
itself to this style of pickling. This is
also great when a recipe calls for
half an onion and you’re left with an
orphaned half an onion.
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peppercorns, jalapenos, red pepper
flakes, whole garlic cloves, fresh
herbs, fresh ginger or bay leaves.
What can you do with pickled
onions? You put a tangle on a taco,
a bunch on a burger, a smattering
on a salad, a heap on your
hummus, a pile on a pizza, a knot
on your nachos or an assemblage
on a sandwich.
You can also chop pickled onion
in a food processor with sour cream
or mayonnaise to make a quick dip
or sandwich spread. Make a chilled
appetizer serving onions massed on
top of softened cream cheese with
crackers for a summer barbecue,
and a jar of quick pickles always
makes a lovely hostess gift.
With summer in full swing, you’re
never more than 15 minutes away
from crisp, cool, take-all-the-credit
QUICK PICKLED ONIONS
pickled onions. I hope you agree,
1 heaping cup onion, thinly sliced
that’s a pickle you don’t mind being
1/2 cup vinegar
in.
1/2 cup water
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1/2 tablespoon kosher salt
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1 tablespoon sugar
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suring cup. To prepare the brine,
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pour the vinegar and water into a
saucepan with the rest of the
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ingredients (salt, sugar and op-
tional spices), bring to a simmer
and pour right into the jar with the
onions. Put a lid on the jar and
place in the fridge for at least 10
minutes or overnight. The longer
you let them set, the “pickle-ier”
they will be. Keep your pickled
onions refrigerated in the brine, and
they’ll last 2 to 3 weeks.
If you’d like to add flavors to your
onions, you could add whole black
Directions
1. To make the marinade, place the onions,
garlic, scallions, tomatoes, water, salt,
pepper, and cumin into a blender and blend
and 2 tablespoons of the marinade. Set it
aside for 20 minutes at room temperature.
Put the chicken legs into a separate bowl,
add 2 tablespoons of the marinade, and place
them in the fridge (take them out 15 minutes
before you want to use them).
3. Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil over
medium-high heat in a large pot. Add the
marinated beef and cook it for 10 minutes,
don’t forget to stir it a few times to prevent
sticking.
4. Then, add the rest of the marinade with
½ cup of water and let it covert into steam for
20 minutes.
5. In the meantime, cut all the vegetables
into big chunks and set them aside.
6. In the pot with the beef, add 5 cups of
water, the chicken legs, cilantro and corn.
Cook for 25 more minutes.
7. Now you can add the rest of the vegetables. Add the
cassava, plantain, 2 adobe chicken seasoning cubes, and cumin.
Leave it to cook for 40 more minutes until it starts to thicken.
8. Once the Sancocho has thickened up and everything is
tender, take it out and place it in a serving bowl.
Serve with rice, bread, or a fresh green salad, and enjoy!
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KOVELS ANTIQUES AND
COLLECTING
Silver Plate
BY TERRY AND KIM KOVEL
This silver on copper “bisquit jar”
is a classic Victorian piece. It uses an
old spelling for “biscuit,” a British-
English term. In present day Ameri-
can English, we would call it a cookie
jar.
Silver and silver plates were popu-
lar in the Victorian era. Almost every
type of food had its own specific
serving dish or utensil made of silver. Every food you might find on a
“Old Sheffield” refers to a special Victorian table had its own
kind of silver plate made in Sheffield, silver-plated dish. This English
England, in the 18th century. The silver-plated jar was used for
silver was hand-rolled in sheets over cookies of “bisquits.”
copper. Most silver plates made in
the 19th century are electroplated.
This jar may not be Old Sheffield silver, but it was made in the city of
Sheffield. It sold for $270 at a Selkirk auction. Its pelican hallmark
identifies it as the work of Thomas Wilkinson’s firm, which received a
Royal Warrant from Queen Victoria in the 1840s.
***
Q: When I was young, my mother made braided rugs from old wool
coats. I braided the strips of fabric she created from the coats. Two large
rugs that we made have been in daily use for 85 years and show very
little wear. I am now 90. I might sell them and would like to know what
they are worth. Do they have any resale value?
A: There’s a rich history of braided rug making in the United States that
began in the American colonies. The craft was inspired by Native
American weaving techniques. The process is the same way the settlers
recycled and repurposed worn clothing into rugs, giving them a new,
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useful purpose. Large handmade rugs similar to yours have recently
sold for $65 to $175.
***
TIP: A “cut” autograph, one that’s on a small piece of plain paper, is
more attractive to a buyer if it’s professionally matted with a photo of the
player who signed it.
Looking to declutter, downsize or settle an estate? Kovels’ Antiques &
Collectibles Price Guide 2022 by Terry and Kim Kovel has the resources
you’re looking for.
(c) 2023 King Features Synd., Inc.
ARIES (March
21 to April 19)
You Ewes and
Rams will find
your ideas
cheered by a
mostly receptive flock. Those
few dissenters could well be turned around by your charm and
powers of persuasion.
TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) It’s time for the bold and
beautiful Bovine to shake off the dust of the past and shape up
new ideas for the future. This could surprise some folks, but
they’ll soon adjust.
GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Those nagging new doubts
about an upcoming decision should alert you to step back (at
least temporarily) so you can reassess its potential
impact from a new perspective.
CANCER (June 21 to July 22) That unpleasant situation you
hoped would go away by itself needs immediate attention
before it affects an upcoming decision. Expect your supporters
to rally around your cause.
LEO (July 23 to August 22) You’re moving up and away from
that recent setback. But remain cautious about finances. An
exercise in thrift today helps cushion a possible end-of-the-month
money squeeze.
VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) You’re still dealing with
overtones of pessimism that cause you to doubt your ability to
make some needed changes. But the negative pressures will
ease up by week’s end.
LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) There could be
some fallout from the way you handled a recent family problem.
But those who know that you were in the right won’t
hesitate to step in on your behalf.
SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) Financial
strains ease by week’s end. Meanwhile, focus on cultivating that
new relationship if you hope to have it blossom into something
more meaningful.
SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) Health
matters once again dominate the week. Be careful not to
ignore recurrences of an old problem. An almost-forgotten
commitment resurfaces.
CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) The emergence of
an unusual selfish streak could dismay those close to you. Defy
it — don’t justify it — so you can become your
gracious self again.
AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) Reassess your
decision to stay with the status quo. It might seem like the
sensible thing to do right now, but changes around you could
make that choice a risky one.
PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Move decisively, but
cautiously, when dealing with a delicate personal matter. The
fewer mistakes you make now, the less likely it is that the
problem will recur later on.
BORN THIS WEEK: You can find beauty where many cannot, and you enjoy
sharing your discoveries with others.
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