SPRING CREEK SUN

Vol. 53, No. 11 Serving The Spring Creek Community Since 1974 May 31, 2024

On Stage with the Spring Creek

After School Program

See the centerfold for photos of On Stage with the Spring Creek After School Program
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FATHER’S DAY MESSAGES

Attention Spring Creek Towers’ residents! Father's Day is
INVITES YOU TO OUR ANNUAL
right around the corner, so if you would like to let the
community know how much you love your father,
grandfather, or male guardians please email us your

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messages (you may also send a color photo with it). These
affectionate notes should be less than 75 words and

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Page 4 The Opportunity Hub’s

Annual Volunteer Luncheon to honor Senior
Partners volunteers and show appreciation
Career Fair for their contributions.
We hope you can join us on this day.
Page 9 SELC’s Sports Day
FRIDAY, JUNE BROOKLYN
Centerfold On Stage with the Spring SPORTS CLUB
Creek After School 21
1PM - 4PM
1540 Van Siclen Ave,
Brooklyn, NY 11239

Page 21 Recipe for Marinated

Cucumbers, Onions, and
Tomatoes
Cover Photo by Amanda Moses
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FAQs Around Spring Creek Towers

A: SCTA meetings will be held on the second Wednesday of the
month between 7pm to 9pm in the lower level of the Brooklyn Sports
Club (BSC) located at 1540 Van Siclen Avenue.

Dates:
June 12
September 11
October 9
November 13
December 11

Please note that there will be no meetings in July or August.

Management will be attending the May 8th, September 11th and
December 11th meetings.

Abe Stark Primary School 346's Drone Gurus class

participates in an end of year project.
Photo by Amanda Moses

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• 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
• 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:
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• 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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Avenue
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Career Fair at the Brooklyn Sports Club
By: Pamela Stern
On Saturday, May 18th The
Oppor-tunity Hub held a Career
Fair in the Brooklyn Sports Club’s
(BSC) gym-nasium from 12pm to
3pm. This Career Fair had 176
attendees that ranged from high
school students, to adults with
compelling work experience.
There were six volunteers
through a partner organization, Life
Equip Group. There were 22 hiring/
training partners which included
JobCorps, the US Secret Service,
Local 30 Operating Engineers Un-
ion, BMS Family Health and
Wellness Centers, NYC Admini-
stration for Children’s Services,
Twin Pines Management, and the
Brooklyn Sports Club.
There was a friendly face
represent-ing the BSC’s table, Teen
Central’s Wyatt who was recently
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hired as a member of the Aquatics
team. There were a number of
former Teen Central members and
Spring Creek Towers’ Scholarship
reci-pients who were in attendance
and looking for summer work or
who were embarking on their first
post-college position.
The Opportunity Hub received
overwhelming positive feedback
from their partners.“The overall
flow of the day, organization, com-
munication, and information given
was excellent! From beginning to
end there was clear communication
and professionalism throughout.”
said Alecia Patrick, of the Italian
American Civil Rights League “This
event was amazing, organized pro-
fessionally and well attended.” said,
Heather Phillip, Constituent Liaison
of of New York State Senator Rox-
anne J. Persaud’s office.
Even the attendees were
impressed with the way that the
Career Fair was set up for the parti-
cipants. “It was a wonderful experi-
ence, very helpful and I actually
scored inter-views,” said Sheryl G.
Milaye B. said, “Thanks for the op-
portunity to have a oppor-tunity.”
“I definitely enjoyed myself every-
one was friendly and motiva-tional”
said Kevin C.
Maegan Snell, Career & Work-
force Specialist of The Opportunity
Hub said, “We here at The Op-
portunity Hub are so grateful to
have had this opportunity to sup-
port our community through our
first Career Fair. The entire event
was filled with warmth and energy
as attendees connected with
our staff, vendors, and volunteers.
Several vendors and volunteers
commented on how hospitable The
Opportunity Hub and Brooklyn
Sports Club staff were as well as
May 31, 2024
how intentional and willing the
participants were in engaging with
them. Many vendors have asked to
come back for the next career fair
because of this positive community
engagement. Over the past
week, community members have
shared with The Opp Hub staff that
they are anti-cipating the next
career fair and are grateful to have
had a chance to learn more about
available job opportunities. In fact,
over 100 participants have reached
out to our Career & Workforce
Specialists to schedule a one-on-
one meeting, which with further
help them advance their careers.”
Photos courtesy of: Nanda
Prabhakar
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Saluting DIVE Studios for AAPI Month

By Amanda Moses
For about six years, DIVE Studios has cultivated a multimedia company
that brings artists, particularly those of Asian descent, together to discuss
their personal experiences. Founded by brothers Brian, Eric and Eddie
Nam in 2019 as a medium to bridge together the global impact of K-Pop,
this media company has helped uplift Asian artists, who are far too often
underrepresented in the American entertainment industry. Additionally,
DIVE Studios developed Mindset in 2021, an innovative wellness
application that promotes mental wellness, self-care and shares stories
from artists around the globe.
It is through this positive impact that DIVE Studios has had on the world
that the Spring Creek Sun salutes them and the artists
who participate in their programing for AAPI month.
Brian Nam is the CEO and Co-Founder for
DIVE Studios, he has worked tirelessly to
develop a company that goes beyond
highlighting artists and attempts to peel back
the layers behind the K-Pop industry by
exposing the discrimination they often face as
well as through Mindset to share stories of
anxiety, depression, fears and overall
normalizes the need to have discussions on these
mental health concerns.
Big Matthew (BM) has had a big year so far. As
a member of the co-ed K-Pop group KARD, BM
has just finished his first solo tour in America
entitled The After The After Party (ATAP). While
preparing for the tour, releasing his new EP
“Element,” he also co-hosts DIVE Studios’ GET
REAL where he openly talks about romance,
intimacy, and overall breaks down the
stereotypes often found around K-Pop idols.
pH-1 is a Korean American rapper who has also
been a frequent guest on Dive Studios. In
addition, to sharing his story on becoming the
rapper he is today, pH-1 has also
participated in DIVE Studios Meet and
Greets where he met fans at Samsung’s
Herald Square flagship store for free.
Photos by Amanda Moses

Eddie Nam is the Founder and CEO of EN

Management, a consulting service company
that represents Grammy nominated artists,
producers, and songwriters. He has also
helped to co-found DIVE Studios with his
brothers, which has earned over 60 million
viewers and made a global impact on
spreading awareness on the lives behind K-Pop
idols.

Eric Nam is a K-Pop artist, actor, host,

television personality and holds a plethora of
other titles too numerous to mention. Nam
first made his debut in the K-Pop industry in
2013, and since then has cultivated a
beautiful musical repertoire filled with songs
that discuss love, loss, depression, and
more. He has openly shared his experiences
with dark moments, even highlighting that
mental wellness is not a topic openly shared,
which he stated was one of the motivating factors
to create the application Mindset with his brothers.

AleXa has been a guest and even hosted DIVE

Studios shows and Mindset’s podcast where
she discussed growing up in Tulsa,
Oklahoma to a South Korean mother and a
Russian American father, dealing with
racism, and breaking through barriers to
become a K-Pop star. AleXa recently
partnered with DIVE Studios’ Mindset to
release a Limited-Edition Capsule featuring
a hat, t-shirt and hoodie with the phrase “I’m
okay” on it after her new hit single. For AleXa,
the words “I’m okay” are indicative of her strength
and ability to persevere through any obstacle so that she
could achieve her dreams. In addition, to inspiring others to pursue their
dreams, a portion of the proceeds from the Limited-Edition Capsule
collection will be donated to the Asian Mental Health Collective (a non-
profit focused on reducing the stigma behind mental health in the Asian
community).

Peniel Shin is an American rapper from Chicago,

Illinois known for his work in K-Pop boyband
BtoB. He was cast in DIVE Studios’ variety
program, HWAITING!, and hosts a podcast
alongside Big Matthew (BM of KARD) and
Ashley Choi (a former member of the group
Ladies’ Code). Peniel has been open about
his experience as a rapper in the K-Pop
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industry and discusses a variety of topics
that other idols do not often share.
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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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Spring Creek Senior Par tners News
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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JUNE IS CPR AND AED AWARENESS, NATIONAL
SAFETY MONTH & LGBTQ+ PRIDE MONTH
BY JAHIAH WILSON, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF SPRING CREEK
SENIOR PARTNERS
June 1-7 is National CPR and AED Awareness Week. The Ameri-
can Red Cross stresses that every second counts in cardiac arrest
and people can save lives by knowing how to perform CPR and use
an automated external defibrillator (AED).
Cardiac arrest occurs when the heart suddenly stops beating or
beats too ineffectively to circulate blood to the brain and other vital
organs. More than 350,000 people suffer cardiac arrest annually in
the United States, but sadly only 11 percent survive. For every
minute without immediate CPR and use of an AED, survival chances
drop 10 percent.
If you see someone collapse without warning, take immediate
action with these three steps:
Call 911.
Start CPR.
Use an AED.
Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Pride Month (LGBT Pride
Month) is celebrated annually in June to honor the 1969 Stonewall
riots and works to achieve equal justice and equal opportunity for
lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and questioning (LGBTQ) Ameri-
cans. In June of 1969, patrons and supporters of the Stonewall Inn
in New York City staged an uprising to resist the police harassment
and persecution to which LGBT Americans were commonly
subjected. This uprising marks the beginning of a movement to
outlaw discriminatory laws and practices against LGBT Americans.
Today, celebrations include pride parades, picnics, parties,
workshops, symposia and concerts, and LGBT Pride Month events
attract millions of participants around the world. Memorials are held
during this month for those members of the community who have
been lost to hate crimes or HIV/AIDS. The purpose of the com-
memorative month is to recognize the impact that LGBTQ
individuals have had on history locally, nationally, and inter-
nationally.
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.
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
Advance Your Studies Without
Sacrificing Your Summer 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 2024-2025 school year!

If your child was born in 2020 (4K) or 2021(3K) he or she is eligible.

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
All staff are qualified, skilled and dedicated.
Starrett Early Learning Center is licensed by The Department of Health
and have Department of Education contracted classrooms.
We also offer a very limited extended care option for a monthly fee.
(BPT) - It’s almost summertime! You are probably looking forward to (*** priority given to current students)
some time off and quieter days, but what if you could take advantage of
your free time these next few months to help advance your studies? The Register online now!
good news is that you don’t have to sacrifice well-earned leisure time to
take a few online courses this summer. Setting aside even a few hours a Follow the steps below:
week can help accelerate your general education courses.
If you are thinking about taking advantage of the summer to get ahead 1. Log into MySchools.nyc
in your education, there are some things to consider: 2. Create a profile.
3. Select Starrett Early Learning Center (KBPJ or KBPL) as 1st school of
Take advantage of your flexible summer schedule. choice.
You may not have to miss out on your vacations or pool days by adding 4. Submit your application.
5. The Department of Education will notify you in May/June if you your
a few classes to your summer schedule. Online courses give students more
child has receive an offer to attend our program.
flexibility and independence with their studies, which may align well with
a summer schedule. There are more options than ever for online or remote
If you have any questions, feel free to email or call.
courses that are easy to fit into a busy schedule since they may not have
the scheduling restrictions of set on-campus times and locations.
Ms. Moore, MS. Ed
Executive Director
Focus on a challenging subject without a packed academic course
t.moore@starrettelc.org
load.
718-642-8724
When you have a packed academic calendar and personal respon-
sibilities, it can be hard to find extra time to dedicate to studying and
understanding course material. By taking just one or even two courses, you
can take the time to focus on a specific subject and give it your full
attention.
Brief NYC School Calendar/Closings &
Get ahead in your studies. Test Dates
Summer is the perfect time to knock out general education or pre-
requisite courses. Earning these credits in the “off-season” may free up
your time and ensure you have the necessary qualifications to register for
key courses during the fall and spring semesters.
June 6th Schools are closed for Anniversary Day/Chancellor
Bolster your resume with a second major or a minor. Conference Day for Staff Development, students do not attend
In addition to staying ahead of your studies, you can use summer
courses to make room for a second major or minor while staying on track June 17th Schools are closed for Eid-al-Adha
with your anticipated graduation date. You can either use this time to
knock out a few prerequisites for your second major or as an opportunity June 18th Stepping Up Ceremony for SELC students at the Brooklyn
to explore your new course of study to ensure that it’s the right choice Sports Club at 10am
before fully committing. Online education providers like Sophia can help
you complete those prerequisites. They offer more than 60 high-quality June 19th Schools are closed for Juneteenth
college-level courses through an affordable monthly subscription that
includes learning coaches and integrated course materials. Sophia courses June 25th IS 364’s Graduation will take place at the school at 3pm
are American Council on Education-recommended for college credit and
are designed to be transferred to many colleges and universities. June 26th Last day of school for students
If you’re interested in online summer courses, take a look at the partner
schools at Sophia or start a free trial to give it a try. For the complete New York City Department of Education school
calendar of classes, holidays, closings and tests, go to
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May 31, 2024 SPRING CREEK SUN
SELC’s Sports Day
By: Pamela Stern
On Friday, May 24th the Starrett Early Learning Center (SELC) held
their 2nd Sports Day under the leadership of Ms. Tammy Moore,
Executive Director of SELC that was hosted in the gymnasium of the
Brooklyn Sports Club (BSC). There were approximately 50 parents,
guardians, volunteers (parents, grandparents, uncles, aunts, siblings)
that partici-pated in this event along with their children and their
teachers.
“SELC contracted with Kinderdance and Sportsball this year to provide
additional enrichment activities for our students.The sports coach Jovan
joined our Sports Day event and led the students in a fun obstacle course
and soccer game,” said Moore.
Each classroom had been assigned a particular color to which
represented their for Sports Day. The classes wore: blue, green, yellow,
orange, or red. Some of the fun sports that the children engaged in were:
an obstacle course, hoops, bouncy ball, bean bag toss, basketball hoops,
tunnel, ring toss, egg & spoon, potato sack, scooter, and soccer. Our
families were so excited. They were full of high energy and we utilized it
during a quite competitive game of soccer, led by coach Jovan. It was fun
to watch!
This was a great event that inspired family engagement on a beautiful
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sunny day which motivated everyone for the long Memorial Day weekend.
There were no winning teams. Everyone was a winner! All of the students
were given medals and each family member received a mini trophy.
SELC Executive Director, Tammy Moore said, “Family is not an important
thing. It’s everything!” This quote by Michael J. Fox resonates with me. The
effective work we do at SELC is built upon having a strong relationship with
our families. This year, we had approximately 50 family members join
Sports Day. Some parent/family members who were not able to join in
person donated water and/or fruit which everyone was able to have to
refresh themselves throughout the event. Over the last five years, events
such as Sports Day, is one of four Family Engagement events that I have
been able to host at the BSC for our families. These events provide the
perfect platform to develop those relationships. During Sports Day, not only
did our students exercise their large muscles during active gross motor
activities, but there was also engagement, communication and interaction
between parent and child, parent and other parents, parent and staff. It
was a beautiful sight to witness. Everyone worked together to create a
successful day of family engagement.”
Photos courtesy of: SELC
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Five Things to Know
About Asthma and
Summer Heat
(StatePoint) Nearly 25 million
people of all ages in the United
States are living with asthma, a
lifelong chronic disease that makes
it harder to move air in and out of
the lungs.
Here’s what the American Lung
Association wants everyone to
know during summer, when ex-
treme heat can make asthma
harder to manage.
1. New challenges are emerging.
Beyond traditional asthma trig-
gers like respiratory infections,
secondhand smoke and pets, new
challenges are emerging. The ef-
fects of climate change include ex-
treme heat, poor air quality, in-
creased allergens, extreme weather
events, and more frequent and
intense wildfires, all of which are
making asthma more difficult to
manage.
Excessive heat and humidity in-
crease the risk of asthma exacer-
bations, asthma-related hospitali-
zation and asthma-related death,
especially for children and women.
Patients should limit time outdoors
during heat waves, seek access to
air conditioning and take steps to
improve indoor air quality, as
humidity allows dust mites and
mold to thrive.
2. City dwellers are particularly
vulnerable.
Two-thirds of the average U.S.
city is made up of roads, parking
spaces, sidewalks and roofs. Since
these surfaces are typically dark
and non-porous, they contribute to
flooding, increased air pollution,
poor health and what is known as
“urban heat,” a phenomenon in
which cities experience warmer
temperatures than surrounding
areas. Urban heat, combined with
pollutants from power plants, mo-
tor vehicles and other pollution
sources, creates ozone pollution,
also known as smog. Those with
asthma can experience symptoms
like shortness of breath, wheezing
and coughing from both ground-
level ozone and particle pollution,
as well as from the impacts of ex-
treme weather and airborne al-
lergens.
Sadly, these issues dispropor-
tionally impact certain commu-
nities. Due to a history of discrimi-
natory practices like systematic
denial of mortgages, insurance
loans, and other financial services
on the basis of race and ethnicity,
Black and Indigenous people, and
other people of color, are more
likely to be living in areas impacted
by urban heat and poor air quality.
3. Flooding can harm lung
health.
Increased severe storms due to
climate change results in more
flooding, which can harm lung
health. Chemicals, sewage, oil, gas
and other dangerous substances
found in floodwaters can pose
health risks, and mold, associated
with asthma attacks, can grow
anywhere there is water or damp-
ness.
4. Advocacy efforts are under-
way.
The Smart Surfaces Coalition is
made up of 40 national and inter-
national organizations committed
to making Smart Surfaces the
global urban design standard.
Smart Surfaces encompass a suite
of cutting-edge technologies, in-
cluding reflective (cool) roofs and
pavements, green roofs, trees, solar
panels and rain gardens. Designed
to mitigate urban heat, enhance air
quality and improve health, these
transformative urban features can
cool cities by 5 degrees F, reduce
flooding, provide economic benefits
and potentially advance environ-
mental justice.
The American Lung Association, an
active member of the Smart Surf-
aces Coalition, encourages cities to
take these actions:
• Install light-colored roads, park-
ing lots and driveways to reflect
sunlight and reduce heat.
• Install solar panels to convert
sunlight into electricity and provide
shade for roofs.
• Plant trees to increase shade.
• Select porous surfaces to collect
polluted stormwater, soak it into
the ground, and filter out pollution.
Other strategies to reduce urban
heat, air pollution and ozone levels
include using public transportation
carpooling, increasing green spaces
and installing cooling centers in
extreme conditions.
5. Resources are available.
Educational programming can
help people better manage the dis-
ease in summer and year-round.
Patients can check out the self-
management education programs,
information and tools available at
Lung.org/asthma or call the
American Lung Association’s Lung
Helpline at 1-800-LUNGUSA. Liv-
ing with an illness, or being the
caretaker to someone who is, can
take a physical and emotional toll.
Patients can get support and know-
ledge, and connect with others by
joining the Lung Association’s
Patient & Caregiver Network.
For the 24.8 million Americans liv-
ing with asthma, extreme summer
temperatures and emerging envi-
ronmental threats can make life
more difficult. Fortunately, new
educational resources and expand-
ed programming can help patients
navigate new and old challenges
alike.

Hathaway (“The Idea of You”). Taking place in 1960s Massachusetts, a

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teenage boys while she struggles with an unstable home life due to her
alcoholic father, Jim (Shea Whigham). When a new psychologist, Rebecca
Movies Coming Soon To DVD and Blu Ray (Hathaway), is hired at the facility, Rebecca’s modern thinking and char-
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able to garner the agency that she’s been desperately needing to overcome
the obstacles in her life. Out now. (Hulu)
By Demi Taveras
“Franklin” (TV-MA) — Academy-Award-winning actor Michael Douglas
takes on the role of founding father Benjamin Franklin in this eight-episode
miniseries out now. This biographical series spans the eight years Franklin
spent in France as he tries to convince King Louis XVI to back the United
States in the Revolutionary War. Even though politics and history are the
drivers behind the story of this series, expect glimpses of comedy, romance
and action throughout the episodes. Noah Jupe (“A Quiet Place”) co-stars
as William Temple Franklin, Ben’s grandson, and Daniel Mays (“Rogue
One”) portrays spy Edward Bancroft. (Apple TV+)

“The Beach Boys” (PG-

13) — A documentary
about the American rock
band The Beach Boys hits
streaming on May 24! Des-
cribed as the band that
personifies the “California
“The Roast of Tom Brady” (TV-MA) — Whether you’re a fan of the dream,” The Beach Boys
proclaimed “GOAT” Tom Brady or a massive hater of the former took the nation by storm
quarterback (Go, Giants!), this roast is an entertaining watch for all. Hosted with “Surfin’ U.S.A.” back
by Kevin Hart and roastmaster Jeff Ross, this three-hour TV special in 1963. After that first hit
features a multitude of crude jokes that would send just about anyone single, the band continued
home in tears, but the New England Patriot alum takes them all in stride. to call the Top 10 home
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appearances from Ben Affleck, former Patriots coach Bill Belichick, and the Girl,” “Be True to Your
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By Amanda Moses
The neon lights of Broadway shined a little closer to Brooklyn from
May 20th to May 23rd thanks to the Spring Creek After School
Program’s performances.
Over the course of three months, students in kindergarten and first
grades, second grades, and fifth grades worked with AhHa! Broadway
to create an unforgettable showcase for parents, guardians and
classmates on May 20th inside of Abe Stark Primary School (PS) 346’s
café. The children learned how to dance and act out improvisational
scenes, and in doing so, developed skills that build on critical thinking,
creativity, and teamwork.
Swinging their hips and twirling with their friends, the children
labored together to provide a showcase that speaks to the lessons they
cultured, impressing all in attendance. Their work was so spectacular
that they earned participation awards.
While the younger students worked on creating improvisational per-
formances, children in third, fourth and fifth grade provided a
showstopping musical entitled “The Ride of Our Lives” on May 22nd
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and May 23rd inside of PS 346’s auditorium. For several months, the
Brooklyn Children’s Theater (BCT) molded the youngsters into Broadway
stars teaching them how to set the stage.
On May 22nd, the children rehearsed their lines, learned how scenes
are paced, how to project their voice, and dance choreography. It was
through this experience, running through their lines that the students
learned what worked in a scene and what didn’t.
The story follows a group of student council representatives being
treated to a trip to Luna Park in Coney Island; however, an encounter
with a group of rebellious students and the delays of the MTA system led
to an unforgettable adventure.
On May 23rd, “Ride of Our Lives” was performed three times
throughout the school day for their fellow classmates and in the evening
for their parents. The book was written by Sissy Van Dyke with music
and lyrics by Deidre Struck in collaboration with BCT Youth Advisors
Zadia Danon & Teal Meyers.
Photos by Amanda Moses
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A Review of BM's First Solo Concert
BY AMANDA MOSES
Korean American K-Pop idol Big Matthew (BM) made sure to make
his first solo concert a night to remember for New Yorkers on May
21st.
Adoring fans of BM and his co-ed South Korean group, KARD, lined
11th Street and 2nd Avenue outside of Webster Hall last Tuesday in
anticipation for a sultry albeit secretive performance since it was only
open to attendees 21+ and phones were prohibited to elevate the
concert experience. Fans arrived dressed in latex, leather, and other
clothing worthy of a burlesque show, and these Hidden KARDS—the
name affectionately given to his fanbase—were finally ready for their
turn to see BM’s The After The After Party Tour (ATAP).
It was fitting that BM’s performance was held in the iconic Webster
Hall, where many years ago it hosted its own nightlife with burlesque
competitions. Still containing remnants of its past debauchery with
dance poles atop the balcony area, a shining disco ball gleamed over
the crowd of a thousand who clamored into the dimly lit Grand
Ballroom, fans looking upon the stage with bright smiles on their
faces.
Korean Canadian duo Justin Trash and Roc Lee of CLUB BOYBND
set the stage with their phenomenal opening act for BM that many
would not forget. Lit up in neon red and green, both men dominated
the stage with their high energy and swagger singing a few of their
hits: “like this,” “kiss me thru the phone,” and “hmu.”
Both men effortlessly performed their R&B style of music, amping
up the crowd with their club beats. Throughout their performance,
Roc Lee who was sporting a Yankees fitted cap swayed his hips to the
music as Justin Trash who donned a Seoul Balenciaga T-shirt jumped
into the barricade toward fans outstretched hands.
The second opening act featured Sunkis, a Taiwanese American
singer and songwriter who showed why his hit song is called “Top
Tier.” His smooth voice maked his romantic melodies so much more
entrancing with hits like “Like I do,” and “trust me.” His sultry
demeanor was especially shown to one lucky fan who won a raffle
Roc Lee of CLUB
BOYBND Sunkis
BM's charisma
lights up the stage
Fans eagerly await BM's performance.
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earning her an intimate serenade on stage with Sunkis.
Sitting atop a wooden chair, the giggling fan couldn’t help but stare
agape at Sunkis as he sang to her while caressing her shoulders.
Sunkis’ serenade was a mere appetizer to a night of light
debauchery and fun.
When the pièce de resistance, BM sauntered on stage in his ripped
jeans, bejeweled cowboy belt buckle, latex jacket and sunglasses the
entire Grand Ballroom filled with ear piercing screams.
While BM often refers to himself as goofy, his performance was
certainly anything but. He commanded the stage unlike any other K-
Pop idol in a way that speaks to his renowned charisma. He is truly
unapologetic, unfiltered and unstoppable, and this ATAP tour is proof
of that.
BM shimmed his hips as if his life depended on it, almost invoking
the urge for dollar bills to be thrown upon the stage from fans. While
he maintained a respectable boundary between playful and sexy, he
noted how the fans kept demanding that he remove his tank top to
showcase his infamous muscles that he has often displayed in his
workout photos via social media.
Three lucky fans won an opportunity to show BM their own dance
moves with a “Twerkathon” with the winner earning a signed jersey
and silver bracelet.
This was then followed by a provocative lap dance given to another
lucky fan by BM himself.
Grabbing a water bottle from the stage, BM smiled and tossed its
contents onto the crowd as they screamed, danced, and cheered.
Much to the fans’ appreciation, he finally tossed off his tank top and
sprayed himself with water as he danced and sang, “13IVI” followed
by “Bad girl Bad boy,” and “Motion.”
Looking out into the audience with a big smile across his face, BM
shared his appreciation for his diverse group of fans and their
staunch support.
One thing can be said about BM after his first solo tour, which is
that he has certainly earned the title of Magic Matthew.
Photos by Amanda Moses
Big Matthew (BM)
May 31, 2024
Game Play
System
Shock
Review
By Dean Moses
Game: System Shock
Platform: PS5
Rating: M for Mature
Cost: $39.99
System Shock is said to be the
game that started it all. This remake
is the immersive shooter that paved
way for the beloved sci-fi outing, the
BioShock series. Taking place in
2072, a nameless hacker is stuck
aboard a space station and must
battle his way through all sorts of
alien monstrosities and robots in
order to destroy the villain pulling
the strings behind the intergalactic
destruction, Shodan, an artificial
intelligence with a destructive force
akin to Skynet in the Terminator
films.
GamePlay
System Shock is not for the faint
Tech
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of heart. It is a first-person shooter
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key for you getting from one area of
the game to another. But be aware
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attack you when you least expect it.
In order to take down these ene-
mies, you have to use survival
instincts to determine if a firearm or
explosives would destroy the mu-
tant beasts and robots, or if stealth
would be the best option. The
hacker must get to the center of the
Citadel space station through this
maze by listening or doing good old
fashioned detective work, listening
to audio recordings as you venture
through each section with no quest
assistance logs.
Graphics
This remake is said to feature all-
new HD visuals, updated controls
and interface. Originally developed
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ever created and it’s been revamped
for PlayStation 5. While much of the
game design is still the same, the
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Plan ahead
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frustrated with its complexity, but
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Track your monthly income and
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Bishop George M. Shorts: senior pastor (718) 251-0450

Religious Listings
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
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
(718) 306-1000 Fax: (718) 306-1091
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
GNBBC303.com
Holy Trinity Russian Orthodox Church
Father Chunov, presiding
400 Glenmore Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
(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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Saluting the Fallen at the Intrepid Museum Annual Memorial Day Ceremony
BY AMANDA MOSES
Inside of the historic Intrepid ship, hundreds of soldiers, their families,
and veterans gathered to pay tribute to the members of the United States
(US) Armed Forces who made the ultimate sacrifice for their country on
May 27th.
Every year, the Intrepid Museum—a ship that once launched propeller
planes during World War II, fighter jets in Vietnam, and even held the
helicopters used to recover NASA astronauts—hosts a commemoration
ceremony invited elected officials, decorated military personnel, and others
to remember those who did not return back from their time
in service.
Honorary speaker, Daryl Lane Caudle, Ad-
miral for the US Navy and Commander of
US Fleet Forces Command, shared that
Memorial Day is a time of reflection.
“Memorial Day to me is a time to
reflect. It’s a time to think about those who gave the ultimate for our
country, for our way of life for our nation. I think it’s a time to instill hope.
And when you see all the sailors, Marines and Coast Guardsmen around
today, to think about that we are still the greatest country in the world.
And we did that because of the ultimate sacrifice those that went to war
gave,” Admiral Caudle said.
“We have such a great relationship with the Intrepid Museum, and to
do this Memorial Day ceremony on the USA trip is extremely special as a
naval officer and I think it’s important for all of us to be able to
understand what the history of the ship is, and its service and what it
means on this very special day,” Admiral Caudle added.
The commemorative event culminated with wreaths thrown
into the Hudson River in memory of the fallen soldiers and
three shots fired from the US Naval officers.
Photos by Amanda Moses
Admiral Daryl
Lane Caudle

Admiral Daryl Lane Caudle, Co-Chairman of

the Intrepid Museum Bruce Mosler and
Mayor Eric Adams toss a wreath into the
Hudson River.

Mayor
Eric Adams

Veterans of the US Armed forces who served on the Intrepid.

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Speaking of Health
Low Iron Levels
Might Affect
Blood Donor’s
Depression
By Dr. Keith Roach
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am wonder-
ing if there is any link between low
iron and depression/anxiety. I am a
37-year-old woman, and I started
taking Lexapro a few years ago. I
upped my dose last year because I
wasn’t feeling great, and my doctor
and I decided that it was a good
step to take.
During the years that I have been
taking Lexapro, I have also been a
regular blood donor. I am CMV-
negative, so I have blood suitable
for newborns. The Red Cross says I
am a “hero for babies,” and I enjoy
doing something good.
I haven’t donated in about five
months, and I am feeling signi-
ficantly better regarding my depres-
sion. I know that donating blood
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affects iron levels, but does it also
affect the concentration of Lexapro
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pients, need CMV-negative blood,
and there aren’t many CMV-nega-
tive people who can donate.
Depression and anxiety are both
tightly linked to the neurotrans-
mitter serotonin. Lexapro doesn’t
increase serotonin, but it does
make the transmission of serotonin
from one nerve cell to another more
effective by reducing the reuptake
of serotonin at the nerve junction.
Low iron levels have been shown to
reduce serotonin levels, so this may
be part of the reason why your de-
pressive symptoms have been
Express Scripts, a leading
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Before filling your next pre-
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from Express Scripts:
• Check your coverage: At a time
of rising drug costs and access
barriers, some pharmacy services
companies are helping people take
their medications as prescribed.
Express Scripts, for example, was
the first in the industry to cap the
out-of-pocket costs of insulin and
other diabetic treatments, saving
people more than $45 million in two
years.
“A prescription drug doesn’t work
if it’s priced out of reach,” says
Kautzner. “Reducing out-of-pocket
costs is the single best thing we can
do to improve the health of people
we serve.”
• Tools to stay adherent: Half of all
treatments fail because people don’t
take medication as prescribed and
nearly one-quarter of hospitali-
zations are due to medication non-
worse.
However, there are many other
reasons, both inside and outside of
your body, that can make depres-
sive symptoms worse. Still, if you
do have low iron levels, you can
replace iron faster and keep it nor-
mal, despite blood donation and
menstruation, with an iron sup-
plement. (It would be best to check
with your doctor on this.) If your
depression gets better, then this
would be pretty good evidence that
low iron does affect your mood.
(Note: You can have low iron and
not have anemia at all.)
Find the right donation frequency
so you can still help without putting
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***
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am an 86-
year-old male in good health.
Several years ago, I had about 1/3
of my prostate removed because I
couldn’t pee. After the surgery, all
was well with a steady stream until
about two weeks ago. During one of
my many trips to the bathroom, I
noticed that I had a hard time when
starting to urinate, and the stream
was stop-and-go. This continues to
this day, but it isn’t a problem
during the day.
adherence, according to the
American Hospital Association.
Further, chronic conditions, such
as cancer, diabetes, and heart
disease have been on the rise for
more than two decades – today,
60% of U.S. adults have at least one
chronic condition. One of the
biggest – and costliest – challenges
with managing the rise of chronic
conditions is ensuring patients get
on and stay on the medicines they
need.
Express Scripts is helping pa-
tients better understand and
manage their conditions through
comprehensive disease manage-
ment, including condition-specific
coaching, tracking medication ad-
herence, and digital tools.
“By taking medications as direct-
ed and working with their phar-
macist, patients stay healthier
longer and spend less on health
care, requiring fewer emergency
room visits, hospitalizations and
medical tests,” says Stephanie
Smith Cooney, PharmD, senior
director of independent pharmacy
affairs at Express Scripts.
• Understand your pharmacy
benefits: Prescription drug cover-
age is the most frequently utilized
benefit that employers and health
plans offer. On average, a phar-
macy benefit is used approximately
11 times a year. Unfortunately,
pharmacy care benefits, like all
healthcare benefits, can be con-
fusing. That’s why pharmacy ser-
vices companies are taking steps to
give patients greater clarity. Start-
ing this year, prescriptions from
Express Scripts include an easy-to-
understand digital pharmacy bene-
fits statement with drug price
May 31, 2024
Any thoughts on my sudden
change in urinating? — D.S.
ANSWER: A sudden change in uri-
nation should prompt an evalua-
tion for a urine infection. These are
quite common with men in their
80s, especially those with prostate
problems, even if they have under-
gone surgical treatment. Your first
stop should be your regular doctor
for a urine test, and if this doesn’t
reveal the problem, it is time to visit
your urologist.
Some medicines can dramatically
worsen the ability to urinate in
men, especially decongestants and
antihistamines. Some people use
these at night, which might explain
why you only experience problems
at that time.
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.
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information, out-of-pocket costs
and the value delivered.
• Pharmacy access: Pharmacists
often fill care gaps in their com-
munities, particularly where there
are shortages of physicians, such as
in rural areas. One in five Ameri-
cans live in rural areas, yet less
than 10% of physicians practice in
these communities. This means
longer wait times to get an appoint-
ment and more difficulty accessing
pharmacies.
A new effort called the Indepen-
dentRx Initiative, is working to
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xone. The Express Scripts program
will also increase what it pays rural
independent pharmacies to make
sure their businesses can continue
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To learn more, visit evernorth
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Ensuring equitable access to
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Exercise for Good
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May 31, 2024 SPRING CREEK SUN
Cooking With Coach Legros
BY: PAMELA STERN
In Coach Legros’ latest two installments in his Nutrition and Cooking
Lessons he began the first of a two part segment in the importance of
Celery. The first part was called C4 over Rice and the second segment the
following week was called Celery Trio. During this two part lesson he
explained the benefits of celery.
Coach Legros’ Cooking and Nutrition lessons are joined by Chef Marvin
and Chef Dana of Fork Flavor. Chef Marvin and Chef Dana start the
segments by instructing the class how to prepare their items that they will
be cooking with Coach Legros from how to select fruits and vegetables and
what to look for when they go into the store to purchase their items to
make sure that they are selecting the best items. They are also teaching the
class the proper way to cut the produce items and how to safely prepare
them and get them ready for their weekly lesson.
Not only do Chef Marvin and Chef Dana teach the class the proper and
safe way to cut their vegetables but also they make it fun so that they
students will enjoy the lesson. In the latest Cooking with Coach Legros,
Chef Marvin and Chef Dana show the children how to dice the tomatoes,
and other vegetables while showing them how to properly cut the celery
into 2 inch thick pieces.
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Coach Legros then comes into the lesson and the class already has their
vegetables prepared, cut and in some instances precooked for the lesson.
This allows Coach Legros more time for him to explain the benefits of the
items that he is using in the evening’s lesson. In this particular lesson
Legros stressed the fact that there are many benefits of celery. Legros
explains that everyone should have celery cooked or raw. He stresses the
fact that organic vegetables are better and healthier to have. He explains
that there are three components to celery, first the seeds, secondly the
leaves, and thirdly the stalk. Legros encouraged everyone to have all three
parts of the celery. All three parts of a celery stalk are beneficial to your
body. Legros told the class that celery lowers your blood pressure, and also
has a lot of vitamins.
Ingredients for the Celery Trio are: celery, chickpeas (canned), peanut
butter, celery seeds, tomatoes, lemon, and the infamous legrosspices.
Legros started the lesson with boiling ¼ teaspoon of salt, and then rinsed
his hands. Once the water has boiled Legros turns off the heat and takes
¼ teaspoon of celery seeds and places it into the boiling water he explains
that if you would like it to be a little stronger that you can put another ¼
teaspoon into the pot. Once it boils Legros turns off the heat. Legros cuts
the celery stalks stems and saves them for a soup. Legros proceed to show
everyone how he eats a raw celery leaf. He tells everyone that you need to
take care of your body if you want your body to take care of you, then he
washes his hands. Legros proceeds to cut up cherry tomatoes, avocado,
and sprinkles vegan cheese it into the bowl and then he stirs it then he
blends the chickpeas and places them in the bowl. He then takes the garlic
powder (which will make it thick) and places it into the bowl and stirs it,
then he puts turmeric into the bowl and stirs it, next the black pepper gets
put into the bowl and it is stirred in, then the cumin is put in ad it is
stirred, then the cayenne pepper is put in and it is stirred. He then takes
a coffee strainer and pours the tea through the strainer (there are now no
celery seeds present) and into a glass tea cup.
Next Legros takes the stalk and pours it into a paper cup and puts
peanut butter on top. He explains that the chickpeas and the peanut
butter are the proteins.
The second segment of Legros’ Celery Nutrition class will be in the next
issue of the Spring Creek Sun on June 14th.
Screenshot by: Pamela Stern
SENIOR PARTNERS & STARRETT EARLY LEARNING CENTER PRESENTS THE
INTERGENERATIONAL PROGRAM
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Sin g
Join some of our older adults for a special Sing-A-Long hour
for the young children at the Starrett Early Learning Center.
Tuesday, June 4th
10am-11am
160 Schroeders Ave., Community Room
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Divas
ON A DIME
Savoring Summer:
Grilled Fruit Delights for
Memorial Day Weekend
By Patti Diamond
As we celebrate the start of sum-
mer this Memorial Day weekend
with family and friends, let’s also
take this time to honor the memory
of those who have sacrificed for our
freedom and served our nation with
courage and dedication.
Let’s dust off our grills and fire up
the charcoal and shake things up
with a twist on the traditional bar-
becue fare. While we often associate
the grill with savory meats and
veggies, why not indulge in the
sweet side of grilling with desserts
featuring grilled fruits?
Why grilled desserts, you ask?
Besides the fun factor, there’s
something delightful about carame-
lizing fresh fruit on the grill. It
enhances their natural sweetness,
making for a practically virtuous
indulgence packed with health
benefits.
Now, let’s dive into the pièce de
résistance: the Grilled Mixed Fruit
Sundae. Imagine this: the aroma of
caramelized banana, strawberry
and pineapple wafting through the
air, creamy vanilla ice cream
melting in the bowl, topped with
homemade caramel sauce, made
Recipes
Marinated Cucumbers, Onions and
Tomatoes
By Angie Buehler
Ingredients
3 md cucumbers, peeled and sliced 1/4”
1 md onions, sliced
3 md tomatoes, cut into wedges
1/2 c vinegar
1/4 c sugar
1 c water
2 tsp salt
1 tsp pepper
1/4 c oil
Directions
1. Toss together peeled and sliced cucumbers, tomatoes,
and onions in a large bowl.
2. Whisk together sugar, vinegar, oil, water, salt, and
pepper. Whisk until the sugar is dissolved.
3. Pour vinegar mixture over the veggie mixture and toss.
4. Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours before serving.
Final Step: Share!
SPRING CREEK SUN
boozy if you like that kind of thing.
I say yes.
GRILLED MIXED FRUIT
SUNDAES
Yield: 6 to 8 servings
Total Time: 25 minutes
3 tablespoons butter, melted
3 tablespoons firmly packed brown
sugar, divided
4 bananas, cut in half lengthwise
keeping in peel
1 fresh pineapple peeled, cored and
sliced into rings, 3/4-inch thick
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
16 ounces fresh strawberries, tops
removed
Pinch flakey salt
Vanilla ice cream for serving
Boozy caramel, optional (recipe
follows)
Toasted chopped nuts and coconut
strips, optional
Preheat your grill to medium-low
heat and wipe the grill grates with
oil, or spray with cooking spray. If
you’re using bamboo skewers, soak
them in water at least 30 minutes
before use. Alternatively, you can
use a grill basket for all the fruit.
In a small bowl, mix warm,
melted butter and 2 tablespoons
brown sugar until sugar dissolves.
Brush this mixture onto halved
bananas and pineapple rings. In
another small bowl mix balsamic
vinegar with brown sugar until the
sugar has dissolved. Dip the
strawberries in the balsamic and
brown sugar mixture. Place the
strawberries on skewers.
Grill the bananas and pineapple
rings for about 3 minutes on each
side, or until grill marks develop.
Remove them from the grill and set
aside, keeping them warm. Then
put the strawberry skewers on the
grill, cooking for about 2 minutes
on each side until hot and slightly
tender.
To assemble the sundaes: Remove
the peel from the bananas, roughly
chop then divide all the grilled fruit
between 6 to 8 sundae cups. To
take this over the top, add a little
sprinkle of salt to intensify the
complex flavors of the caramelized
sugars. Top each serving with a
scoop of vanilla ice cream and driz-
zle with boozy syrup, and a sprinkle
of chopped nuts and coconut, if
desired.
EASY BOOZY CARAMEL SAUCE
Yield: 1 cup
Total Time: 5 minutes
4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) butter
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 to 2 tablespoons dark rum,
bourbon, whiskey or other liquor
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
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In a small saucepan over low
heat, cook the butter, heavy cream
and brown sugar, stirring occa-
sionally, until the sugar completely
melts and the sauce is a uniform
brown. Bring just to a boil then
remove from heat. Let cool a little,
then stir in the liquor of choice and
vanilla. Keep warm.
As we celebrate the unofficial
start of summer this Memorial Day
weekend, let’s embrace both abun-
dant joy and sweet remembrance.
***
Lifestyle expert Patti Diamond is
the penny-pinching, party-plann-
ing, recipe developer and content
creator of the website Divas On A
Dime — Where Frugal, Meets
Fabulous! Visit Patti at www.divas
onadime.com and join the conver-
sation on Facebook at DivasOn
ADimeDotCom. Email Patti at
divapatti@divasonadime.com
(c) 2024 King Features Synd., Inc.
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KOVELS ANTIQUES AND
COLLECTING
Mechanical Banks
BY TERRY AND KIM KOVEL
Mechanical banks function as both a toy and
a useful, even educational, device. Deposit a
coin and a figure dances or jumps into the air,
an animal swallows the coin, a flag is raised or
another action is performed. They entertain
children and encourage them to save money.
Now, antique mechanical banks, particularly
the cast-iron examples made in the 1800s, sell
for impressive prices. Later mechanical banks
can sell well, too.
This lithographed tin “Watch Me Grow” bank
was made in the 1940s by General Metal in
Canada and sold for $615 Canadian (about
$459 U.S. currency) at a sale by Jon Dunford,
Miller & Miller Auctions, LTD. It is shaped like Novelty banks rewarded
a cylinder and decorated to look like a figure of chidlren with a little
a man in a colorful suit holding a sign saying, show for saving their
“Watch Me Grow TALL with Coins Large &
coins. This one let you
Small.” The coin slot is on top of the man’s hat.
The figure’s “legs” are hidden inside the watch the bank grow
cylinder. A spring inside the bank causes the along with your savings.
cylinder to rise when coins are dropped in,
appearing to lengthen the “legs” and make the figure grow taller.
Q: I inherited a huge amount of jewelry from a relative. I don’t know what
to do next. Most seem costume (not sure), but I would like to hold a sale or
auction. What do I do and how?
A: Look for marks on the back of the jewelry, then search Kovels.com and
other online sites for information about the makers. Check “sold” prices on
eBay and liveauctioneers.com, and “asking” prices on other sites, to see
what similar jewelry sells for. If you think you have fine jewelry made with
real gold or precious stones, take it to a jeweler for an opinion on
authenticity and value, and perhaps a sale. Contact an auction house that
sells jewelry. If they sell jewelry, they also buy it. Go to flea markets to see
You good?
Reach out to a friend about
their mental health.
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what costume jewelry sells for. If you plan to hold an online sale or auction,
include a clear photo, size, material, maker, any interesting history and a
good title that includes keywords to attract buyers’ attention. If you decide
to sell the jewelry yourself, you must charge sales tax. It’s a lot of work but
good jewelry sells for fair prices.
TIP: Set your sundial at noon, June 15. Place it so the shadow falls on the
12.
Subscribe to the Kovels’ free weekly email newsletter, Kovels Komments, at
www.Kovels.com.
(c) 2024 King Features Synd., Inc.
ARIES (March
21 to April 19)
Your sense of
adventure is
energized by a
challenge you’ve
been hoping for. A
loved one has some
reservations, but can be
persuaded to support your
move.
TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Your recently unsettling period
has passed. Move ahead with those plans you put on hold.
An offer needs careful study before you decide to accept or
reject it.
GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) A career move could be in the
works, but you might want to question facts that recently came
to light. A Libra emerges as a likely romantic prospect.
CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Tense moments in
relationships ease up by week’s end. In the meantime, be
careful not to react in a way that will aggravate the situation.
LEO (July 23 to August 22) Children or other kin
present problems that you need to deal with. Your
strong protective nature reaches out to reassure them
that all will soon be well.
VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) You’ve earned
the right to enjoy some fun time with friends and family.
Someone from your past remembers you with fondness.
Expect a call.
LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) You might
feel the urge to change your surroundings. If you’re
not up to a major move, you could get the same effect by
redecorating your home.
SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) Changes in your
workplace could test your decision-making ability. Rely
on your self-confidence to help you make the right choice at the
right time.
SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21)
Resist the urge to rush to judgment about
friends who might appear to have let you down.
You need to hear their sides of the story before you
act.
CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) The
times favor a change for the better in your private life.
However, you still might have some sticky wickets
to deal with on the job. Stay alert.
AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) A
friendship could suddenly move from platonic to passionate.
The decision for any change in this situation is ultimately
yours to make. Consider it thoroughly.
PISCES (February 19 to March 20) You still might be
reacting to a stunning revelation from a friend, but it’s time to
move on. Travel offers a chance to bring someone new into
your life.
BORN THIS WEEK: You’re a loyal friend. You enjoy singing and
love the arts, especially when you find yourself collecting beautiful things.
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PUBLIC SAFETY ALERT!
CATALYTIC CONVERTER THEFT
The catalytic converter is a critical component of your cars exhaust system. Thieves are
targeting these components for the precious metals contained inside.
Spot catalytic converter theft in your neighborhood.
Call 911 if you:
 Observe a vehicle double-parked in the street
 See a car jacked up with an individual lying underneath it
 Hear the sound of metal being cut
To prevent catalytic converter theft, use common sense and follow these tips:

• Park in well-lit areas

• Park close to building entrances or near a busy street

• Engrave your license plate number on the converter to make it traceable

• Purchase a vehicle security system and make sure it’s set to trigger with motion

• Examine different types of catalytic converter theft deterrent systems at your

local auto store or online
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DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
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