SPRING CREEK SUN

July 24 issue_Oct 9 2008.qxd 7/23/2020 10:51 PM Page 1

Eid al-Adha
Vol. 48, No.15 Serving The Spring Creek Community Since 1974 July 24, 2020

See the Centerfold for the Spring Creek After School Program's Virtual Performance
July 24 issue_Oct 9 2008.qxd 7/23/2020 10:51 PM Page 2

Page 2 SPRING CREEK SUN July 24, 2020

Summer Program

Beginning Monday July, 20th- August 21st

2 Online sessions/Monday - Friday 2:00 -4:00pm & 5:00-7:00PM
Daily Debates, PS4 Gaming/Game Design, Teen Talk Live/Podcast, Trivia,
Family Feud, 360 Virtual Tours, Fitness, Anime Club, Girls Who Code & more…

S pring Creek Towers’ residents, do you have an

upcoming special birthday, anniversary, engage-
ment, wedding, birth, special occasion or a death
announcement that you would like to let the community
Sign up via On-line application link https://forms.gle/uwC3GgRB5dQdrDus8
For inquiries contact: Teencentral@springcreektowers.com

know about?

The Spring Creek Sun will be running these announce-

ments in the paper. For more information call Pamela

Index
Stern at 718-240-4554 or email pstern@springcreek
towers.com

Sun

Page 4 Eid al-Adha: The

Festival of Sacrifice

Centerspread A Virtual Time Travel

Performance

Page 15 Virtual Entertainment

Page 21 Recipe for Iced Mocha

Coffee
July 24 issue_Oct 9 2008.qxd 7/23/2020 10:51 PM Page 3

July 24, 2020 SPRING CREEK SUN Page 3

FAQs Around Spring Creek Towers

Q: Will there be summer virtual programing for my teenager in
Spring Creek Towers?

A: Spring Creek Teen Central (TC) is offering a virtual program for

Spring Creek Towers’ residents, please join us for our presentation: children ages 12-18 beginning July 20th to August 21st. There will be
two sessions held throughout the week (Monday-Friday), 2pm to 4pm
• Understanding Grief in response to COVID-19. and 5pm to 7pm. Your teens can have daily debates, learn how to
create podcasts, participate in a wide array of games (PS4 Gaming,
• Managing Your Finances During Covid-19
Trivia, Family Feud, etc.), discuss Anime, and so much more.
• How to Improve Your Credit Score
Sign up for TC Online here: https://forms.gle/uwC3GgRB5dQdrDus8

If you have any questions, please contact:

Presented by the Financial Empowerment Center at Spring Creek Towers
Teencentral@springcreektowers.com

How We Help

NYC Free Face Covering Distribution

The Financial Empowerment Center at Spring
Creek Towers offers free one-on-one financial
counseling. The service is confidential.
Your Financial Empowerment Counselor can
help you:
 Take control of your debt
Event: Improve Your Credit
July 29th- 6:00pm or 7:00pm
In the webinar, we will discuss what is a credit score
New York City will continue distributing free face coverings in parks,
Department of Education (DOE)
and how it is calculated. Why a strong credit score is
Grab & Go meal sites, grocery
important and ways you can establish, maintain, or
stores, and during social distancing
improve your score no matter your current financial

enforcement.
 Deal with debt collectors circumstances.
RSVP:
Additional distribution dates, lo-
 Improve your credit Click Here

cations, and times, will be coming

 Create a budget

soon, visit https://maps.nyc.gov/

 Open a bank account
Or call Phone: (718) 636-6900
face-coverings/ for more infor-
 Start an emergency fund

mation. (Please note that the face

 Save and plan for your future

coverings being distributed are

washable cloth.)
Office hours: 9-6pm: M-Fri.
Call: 311 for an appointment

All New Yorkers are required to

wear a mask or face covering when
out in public. People with disabilities and seniors who are unable to go
For more information: See our column in the Spring Creek Tower’s Sun newspaper under “Money Matters”
out can request face coverings by emailing PPERequest@mopd.nyc.gov
Photo by Dean Moses

MANAGE/PAY
MANAGE/P
MANAGE/
MANAGE
MANAG
MANAGE/PA
MA
MANA
MAN YYOUR
YOU
YO R RENT
RE & O
REN OTHER
OTH C
OT
OTHE CHARGES
CHARGE
CHAR
CHARG
CH
CHA
O
ONLIN
ONL
ONLINE
ONLI
N

Pay Online via ClickPay PAY VIA MONEYGRAM at CVS or CITYFRESH

• Did you know that we offer ClickPay, an online • If you do not have a checking account you may make
payment method, for you to make your rent a payment via MoneyGram.
• The nearest MoneyGram location to SCT is City Fresh
payments? Market. You can check out other locations by going
• Check out ClickPay by going to to:
https://www.moneygram.com/mgo/us/en/locations
www.clickpay.com/SpringCreek. It is FREE if you pay • To make a MoneyGram payment you will need to
from your checking account (ACH). Fees apply if you present the following:
use your credit or debit card. • Acct # from your monthly statement
• Receive Code 16459
• Click register and then create your online profile • Company Name: BSC Owner LLC
• You will be charged a $3.95 payment fee
• Connect your unit by using the account number
found on your monthly statement
• Set up Automatic Payments or click Pay Now to make
one-time payments
• Questions or help please call ClickPay at 800-533-
7901 or www.ClickPay.com/Help
July 24 issue_Oct 9 2008.qxd 7/23/2020 10:51 PM Page 4

Page 4 SPRING CREEK SUN July 24, 2020

Eid al-Adha: The Festival of Sacrifice

BY AMANDA MOSES
The evening of Thursday, July
30th will mark the start of the
Islamic holiday, Eid al-Adha, which
is also known as the Festival of
Sacrifice. This celebration com-
memorates Abraham’s unwavering
trust and faith in God. According to
the Koran, Abraham believed in
God so much when it was
requested, he was willing to
sacrifice his son. God was pleased
with Abraham’s unfaltering faith
and provided Abraham with a
sheep to sacrifice instead.
Over the course of four days,
Muslims will celebrate this holiday
by eating a lot of red meat. Eid al-
Adha also signifies the end of
Ramadan (a month-long fast).
A few facts about Eid al-Adha
from FoodRepublic.com:
lEid al-Adha occurs at the end of
an annual pilgrimage known as the
Hajj, which is a voyage to Mecca,
Saudi Arabia.
lThis holiday is a time of celebra-
tion when everyone dresses in their
finest clothes and dines together.
Due to the pandemic, many video
calls and virtual Zoom dinners will
take place instead of meeting in
person.
lMeat markets and other loca-
tions distribute halal meat (cow,
goat, or sheep) to their neighbors
and the poor.
lThe meal preparation is
especially important on this
holiday. The red meat is divided
into three parts. Of those three
parts, the family keeps some,
neighbors and friends receive
another part, and finally the last
part of the meat is given to those
less fortunate.
lIn some countries, this holiday
is commemorated with sacrificing a
sheep, goat, or cow. This is called
Udiyyah, which is “the sacrificed”
in Arabic.
lThroughout the four days,
families dine on various parts of the
red meat. For example, for break-
fast a family can eat fried liver, and
then the other parts of the animal
for lunch and dinner.
lThe preparation of the meat
varies from country to country.
Within many Islamic countries,
families usually braise the meat
and season it with garlic, cumin,
and onion over a slow fire. Some
may use the meat inside of a spicy
rice dish known as, Biryani, or they
might just make a kebab where
they grill the meat with a skewer
and vegetables.

Notice to SCT
Bicycle Owners

Reminder for Spring Creek Towers residents;

bicycles found chained to Spring Creek Towers
Dear Neighbors and friends,
property and/or trees will be removed and
Hope everyone is staying safe and vigilant. Due to all the extreme changes we are experiencing
because of COVID 19 and the city shutting down, the Starrett City Tenant Association Executive delivered to the local NYPD precinct.
Bd. has found it necessary to extend membership and officer positions from June 20, 2020
through September 20, 2020. This will afford the SCTA the opportunity to complete the election
process and close out our fiscal year. Since this is the first time a disaster of such magnitude has
occurred in our lifetime, we will also take the opportunity to adjust our bylaws accordingly.

Please be on the lookout for updates to the process.

Thank you for your continued support, participation, understanding and patience

IN UNITY IS STRENGTH

Respectfully,

Rebecca Caraballo
Interim President
Starrett City Tenant Association
July 24 issue_Oct 9 2008.qxd 7/23/2020 10:51 PM Page 5

July 24, 2020 SPRING CREEK SUN Page 5

Sale Implants $699

July 24 issue_Oct 9 2008.qxd 7/23/2020 10:51 PM Page 6

Page 6 SPRING CREEK SUN July 24, 2020

OFFICE LOCATED AT 1390 PENNSYLVANIA

718-642-7000 AVENUE, 2ND FLOOR

s h a ve
o u r
RECERTIFICATION DEPARTMENT * RESIDENT PHOTO ID'S TAKEN

m e n t h
MONDAY 9 am - 4:pm

e to
THURSDAY 9 am - 11:30 am 2:15 pm - 4 pm

n a g u e
TUESDAY 9 am - 4 pm

a d
FRIDAY 9 am - 12 pm

SCT M suspended
WEDNESDAY 9 am - 7:20 pm
THURSDAY CLOSED

r
GARAGES*

n r t h e
FRIDAY CLOSED

bee
MONDAY 9 am - 12 pm 1 pm - 4 pm

F o r f u 0
TUESDAY 9 am - 12 pm 1 pm - 4 pm

-1 9 . -7 0 0
HUD FORMS SIGNED WEDNESDAY 11 am - 12 pm 1 pm - 7 pm

COVID 8 -6 4 2
MONDAY 9 am - 4 pm THURSDAY 10 am - 12 pm 1 pm - 4 pm

l l 71
FRIDAY 9 am - 12 pm

a
TUESDAY 9 am - 4 pm

i o n c
WEDNESDAY 9 am - 7:20 pm

m a t 6 4 6
BILLING

r -4
THURSDAY 9 am - 4 pm

i n fo -2 4 0
FRIDAY 9 am - 4 pm MONDAY 9 am - 1 pm 2 pm - 4 pm

or 71 8
TUESDAY CLOSED
PROPERTY MANANGEMENT WEDNESDAY 11 am - 1 pm 2 pm - 4 pm
THURSDAY 9 am - 1 pm 2 pm - 4 pm
MONDAY 9 am - 4:30 pm
FRIDAY 9 am - 12 pm
TUESDAY 9 am - 4:30 pm
WEDNESDAY 9 am - 7 pm For all maintenance concerns, please call 718-240-4646
THURSDAY 9 am - 12 pm Monday - Friday (8:00 AM - 6:00 PM)
FRIDAY 9 am - 12 pm
* Appointments for Recertification/Billing/Garages can
COLLECTIONS be made at www.springcreektowers.com
or call 718-240-4682
MONDAY 9 am - 1 pm 2 pm - 4 pm
TUESDAY 9 am - 1 pm 2 pm - 4 pm PUBLIC SAFETY–718-642-7550
WEDNESDAY 11 am - 1 pm 2 pm - 7 pm
For Project Based Section 8 tenants only:
THURSDAY CLOSED
If you have concerns that cannot be addressed by
FRIDAY 9 am - 12 pm
your onsite manager, please contact:
CGI Contact Center
LOCKSMITH
866-641-7901 (toll free)
MONDAY - FRIDAY 4 pm - 4:30 pm 800-662-1220 (TTY Service)
155 Elmira Loop info@pbcany.com
Spring Creek ID required
If you have cable service, the Lobby Channel
[building security camera] is now 591

IN CASE OF EMERGENCY New Ramp At The A Garage

S pring Creek Towers Office of Public Affairs and Community
Relations is constantly updating its list of residents who require
special attention in emergency situations.

S
If you have any life suppor t equipment in your apar tment that
might be affected by a temporary loss of electrical power in your
building, put your name on the emergency list. Contact the Office
of Public Affairs and Community Relations at 718-240-4530.

PRING CREEK SUN

1540 Van Siclen Avenue • Brooklyn • NY 11239-2429
Tel 718-642-2718 • Fax 718-642-7301

PAMELA STERN AMANDA MOSES ALEX SMITH, JR DEVORAH L. FONG

Editor-in-Chief Copy Editor/Reporter Graphic Publisher
Designer

n DEADLINES: All material for publication must be
submitted no later than Friday, 3 p.m. the week prior to
publication, except with prior consent of the editor. All
items must be doubled spaced and the name and
telephone number of the writer must be included.
l Annual Subscription Rates: $60.00
n All Rights Reserved: Material in this newspaper,
including all copy advertising and artwork is the property
of the SPRING CREEK SUN and may not be
reproduced, in whole or part, without written permission
of the publisher. The SPRING CREEK SUN is not
responsible for any unsolicited items and cannot
guarantee the return of any photographs or
manuscripts.
The views expressed in columns, articles, letters
to the editor and op-ed pieces do not necessarily
reflect the newspaper’s point of view.
We reserve the right to edit, or omit any advertising Attention Spring Creek Towers Residents:
and/or subject matter without reason. All material
published is subject to publisher’s approval. This ramp was installed outside of the A Garage in the middle of
The use of the Spring Creek Towers (Starrett City) November to aid residents in accessing the stockroom.
name, which may appear from time to time in our
Photo Amanda Moses
newspaper ads, does not constitute an endorsement of
the merchant, or his or her product.
July 24 issue_Oct 9 2008.qxd 7/23/2020 10:51 PM Page 7

July 24, 2020 SPRING CREEK SUN Page 7

Spring Creek Towers Activities
Community Organizations
Starrett City Tenants
Association
The next SCTA meeting is to be
determined. If you are a SCT
Spring Creek Senior Par tners News
Although the Spring Creek Senior Partners office is currently
Teen Central closed for the safety of the staff and residents because of the
Coronavirus (COVID-19), seniors are encouraged to call 718-348-
Open to Spring Creek Towers
residents only, ages 12 to 18, 7620 if they have any concerns, or problems the staff is able to
assist you.
Monday through Friday from 3 pm
Spring Creek Senior Partners will be having three virtual

c t
to 9 p.m. in the lower level of the

a
resident who has any questions or

t
workshops online which you may take part in via the ZOOM

n
Brooklyn Sports Club. No member-

o
comments, please call and leave a

c
application that you will need to download from your smart phone,

e
ship fees. For more information

s
message with your name and iPad, tablet or computer (This is necessary for participation in the

Pl e a
phone number at 718-642-3892. contact Ms. Mosley at 718-642- workshop.)

a l
7168.

u
Your call will be returned. Join your The three virtual workshops are: Age Perfect with Pilates, which

i v i d
tenants asso-ciation, “In Unity will run on Wednesdays from 10am to 11am, and Stronger Longer,

d
Islamic Circle

i n
There Is Strength.” which will also run on Wednesdays from 11am to 12 noon, and

the
Islamic Educational Dawah Pro-

r
Health & Nutrition, which will take place on Fridays from 3pm to

f o
AA and NA gram is held weekly at Spring Creek

n
4pm. These workshops allow the participants to watch the

i o
Towers and Canarsie Islamic Cen-

a t
St. Laurence Roman Catholic workshops from their electronic devices in the comfort of their

i z
ter on weekends. Call Syed Ahmad

n
Church, Flatlands and Van Siclen

a
home. For more information about these workshops call 718-348-

r g
347-529-1662 for more information

o
Avenues, host Alcoholics and Nar- 7620.
and free literature on the Islamic

r
cotics Anonymous meetings. The

h e
religion.

r t
Alcoholics Anonymous meetings

fu
are Fridays at 8 pm and Narcotics Boxing Club

.
Anonymous meetings are on

n
The Starrett Boxing Club is open to

t i o
Thursdays at 7:30 pm

a
males and females, 8 and up. Ses-

o r m
sions are open Monday-Friday

f
Spring Creek Youth Federation

in
Located at 1430 Freeport Loop, Apt.
1A, the office hours are Monday,
Wednesday, & Friday from 6 - 8:30
pm and on Saturday 10 am to 1 pm
For information, call 718-642-
1663.
Starrett City-Spring Creek Lions
Club, Inc.
This volunteer community based
organization meets the 1st and 3rd
Tuesdays of the month @ 7 pm,
Brooklyn Sports Club (1540 Van
Siclen Avenue, Lower Level). If you
are community minded, willing to
help others – join us, feel free to
visit our meetings. For more
information contact Evetter Pilgrim
at 718-642-1820
8am-9pm; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 2
pm; closed Sunday. The Boxing
Club is now located in the
Brooklyn Sports Club. For more
information, ask reception for the
boxing club or contact 347-661-
6911, 917-686-1670, or 917-723-
0544.
Sisters with Purpose
Join the conversation. A support/
ministry group created by women
living in Spring Creek Towers. Non-
judgmental and non-demonina-
tional based. Meets every Thurs-
day evening @ 7 p.m. For more
information: Susie Williams 646-
460-4101.

Free Online Tech Support

Spring Creek Towers Community Center
&

FOOD PANTRY Online Support can be offered in the Following Areas

Brooklyn Sports Club
1540 Van Siclen Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11239
- ZOOM PLATFORM
- GOOGLE MEETS
To be distributed OUTSIDE the Community Center - MICROSOFT TEAM
Lower Level on the following dates & times:
FRESH - GOOGLE SUITE
- GOOGLE CLASSROOM
P
July 26th 9AM-10AM - TECHNICAL ISSUES
August 1st 9AM -10AM - EMAIL
August 15th 9AM -10AM - MICROSOFT WORD, EXCEL, POWERPOINT
August 29th 9AM -10AM - OTHERS AS NEEDED
DUE TO THE CURRENT GUIDELINES ISSUED BY
THE CDC AND LOCAL HEALTH OFFICIALS OUR
PANTRY OPERATION WILL CHANGE. WE WILL
DISTRIBUTE PRE-PACKED PANTRY BAGS.

UPON ARRIVAL PUBLIC SAFETY WILL GIVE

EACH PARTICIPANT A TICKET NUMBER. ONCE
YOUR TICKET NUMBER IS CALLED YOU WILL BE
HANDED YOUR PANTRY BAG.

CANNED Please be advised there is no entry into the facility. For Online support will be available using the Zoom Platform
more info & special inquiries:
G Mondays – 10a – 3:30pm , Tuesday – Friday – 1:30pm – 7pm
Please register for a 30 minute time slot
www.sisterswithpurpose.net
by using the link or QR Code below:

https://forms.gle/YP3Kexnp1escXDrQ6 -
@sisterswithpurposeinc

@sisterswithpurposeinc

@siswithpurpose For additional Info please reach out to Jatava Sevorwell

DRY GOODS
718.348.7763 or jatava@igotitotoo.org
_____________________________________________________________________
646.460.4101
July 24 issue_Oct 9 2008.qxd 7/23/2020 10:51 PM Page 8

Page 8 SPRING CREEK SUN July 24, 2020

Scholarship Opportunities

Education Matters
Etch A Sketch Turns 60 This
Year: How to Celebrate

REMOTE LEARNING
DEVICE REQUEST
5IF
%FQBSUNFOU
PG
&EVDBUJPO
JT
MFOEJOH
 
JOUFSOFUFOBCMFE
J1BET
UP

TUVEFOUT
JO
/FX
:PSL
'BNJMJFT
PS
UFBDIFSTTDIPPM
TUBò
NFNCFST
XIP
XBOU
UP

SFRVFTU
B
EFWJDF
PO
CFIBMG
PG
UIFJS
TUVEFOUT

OFFE
öMM
PVU
UIF
GPSN
GPMMPXJOH

UIJT
MJOL
IUUQTDPSPOBWJSVTTDIPPMTOZD3FNPUF-FBSOJOH%FWJDFT

)PX
UP
"QQMZ
GPS
B
%0&
%FWJDF


7JTJU
UIF
XFCTJUF
BOE
öMM
PVU
UIF
SFRVFTU
GPSN
&WFSZPOF

XIP
öMMT
PVU
B
SFRVFTU
GPSN
POMJOF
XJUI
B
TDIPPM
TUBò

NFNCFS
PS
PWFS
UIF
QIPOF
XJMM
CF
TFOU
GPMMPX
VQ
FNBJMT
BOE

UFYUT

1SJPSJUZ
XJMM
CF
HJWFO
UP
TUVEFOUT
NPTU
JO
OFFE



"MM
EFWJDFT
BSF
HSBOUFE
PO
B
UFNQPSBSZ
CBTJT
BOE
XJMM
MBUFS

OFFE
UP
CF
SFUVSOFE

5IFSF
JT
B
MJNJU
PG
POF
EFWJDF
QFS
TUVEFOU


:PV
NVTU
öMM
PVU
B
TFQBSBUF
GPSN
GPS
FBDI
TUVEFOU
XIP

OFFET
B
EFWJDF


.BLF
TVSF
ZPV
BHSFF
UP
UIF
5FSNT
PG
6TF
JO
UIF
SFRVFTU

GPSN


5IF
%0&
EPFT
OPU
SFDPNFOE
DBMMJOH

UP
DIFDL
PO
UIF


(StatePoint) If you are like many parents these days, you are on a quest
TUBUVT
PG
ZPVS
EFWJDF
5IFZ
BSF
XPSLJOH
UP
HFU
EFWJDFT
PVU
BT

to find new ways to entertain the kids at home. This may be a good time
GBTU
BT
UIFZ
DBO
BOE
BSF
GPMMPXJOH
QSPDFTTFT
UP
NBLF
TVSF

to turn to a classic source of fun that requires no charging, batteries or Wi-

UIFJS
IJHIFTU
OFFE
GBNJMJFT
HFU
UIFN
öSTU

Fi, making it screen time parents don’t have to limit.

This year, Etch A Sketch is celebrating 60 years of unplugged creativity
1MFBTF
/PUF
5IFSF
JT
OP
EFBEMJOF
GPS
UIJT
SFRVFTU
BOE
UIF
%0&

and pencil-free drawing. Here is a brief look at the history and major
XJMM
OFWFS
BTL
GPS
QBZNFOU
GPS
UIJT
SFRVFTU

milestones of this iconic red-framed drawing toy:

• 1955: French electrician, André Cassangnes came up with the idea to

SCT Resident Wins Alpha Riders

create a drawing toy when he made pencil marks on a decal and noticed
that the image transferred to the opposite face.
• 1959: Paul Chaze, owner of a smaller plastic injection molding company,
agreed to invest in the product and produce the official tooling. The
College Scholarship Award
product was originally called “Telecran,” based on the recent availability of
TV sets in France.
• 1960: Cassangnes collaborated with Jerry Burger of the Ohio Art Co. to
perfect the system still incorporated into the Etch A Sketch today. They
shipped more than 600,000 units in the spring, and it was the number one
Christmas toy that year.
• 1998: Etch A Sketch was added to The Strong’s National Toy Hall of
Fame.
• 2011: Time Magazine named the Etch A Sketch in its “All-Time 100
Greatest Toys” list.
• 2016: Spin Master, a global children’s entertainment company, acquired
the Etch A Sketch brand from the Ohio Art Co. That same year, Spin
Master achieved a Guinness World Record title for the most amount of
people drawing on an Etch A Sketch globally at the same time.
• 2020: To-date, 175 million Etch A Sketches have been sold in multiple
variations, styles and colors. To shake things up, Etch A Sketch joined
forces earlier this year with other iconic brands and names for a series of
limited edition variations of the toy, including MONOPOLY, NASA-inspired,
Rubik’s and Stan Lee editions. To mark the milestone anniversary, Spin
Ms. Small (centered from left to right) and Alpha Riders
Master has made these shake-to-erase collectors items available at
Inc. members, NYPD Chief Jeffrey Maddrey,
Walmart and Walmart.com, while supplies last.
NYS Assemblymember Latrice M. Walker, and Barry
To purchase, learn more and get inspired to make your own
Addison, founder of the Alpha Riders Inc. presented
masterpieces in honor of the anniversary, visit etchasketch.com.
Tyra with a certificate of merit.
Sparking the imagination and fostering creativity, this classic toy has been
a great way for people of all ages to have fun at home for 60 years and Tyra Small and her mother Stephanie McCoy are pleased to an-
counting. nounce that Tyra is the recipient of the 2020 Alpha Riders College

Altice
will provide free home internet access for 60 days for any
household with a K-12 child and/or college student who has been
displaced. Families who do not currently have home internet can call
866-200-9522 to enroll in Optimum region.
Scholarship Award. Tyra received this in recognition of her outstanding
academic achievement and community service.
Tyra is a graduate of the Ridgefield High School, class of 2020 and a
member of A Better Chance Inc. program. Tyra will attend Howard
University and will major in Nursing.
Photo courtesy of: Stephanie McCoy
July 24 issue_Oct 9 2008.qxd 7/23/2020 10:51 PM Page 9

July 24, 2020 SPRING CREEK SUN Page 9

DO MORE
FOR YOURSELF
THIS YEAR.
Between everything you do for everyone
else, make this the year you do more for
you. Let’s work together on a plan that
gets you closer to your ideal career.

Wide variety of associate and

bachelor’s degree programs
Multiple locations throughout
the metro area
More exibility through
convenient class times
Personalized one-on-one
advising

Virtual OPEN HOUSE! | August 12th at 10am and 7pm

Please RSVP here or text NYC to 38470

JOIN US! Visit NYSCAS.Touro.edu | 718.642.6562 x31102

1344 Pennsylvania Ave
Other sites in Brooklyn:
Neptune Ave, Kings Highway, Flatbush | 718.885.8501
Touro is an equal opportunity institution. For Touro’s complete Non-Discrimination Statement, visit www.touro.edu
 Style
July 24 issue_Oct 9 2008.qxd 7/23/2020 10:51 PM Page 10

Page 10 SPRING CREEK SUN July 24, 2020

savvy: a neighbor, niece or and Prevention is recom-

nephew can help with a quick mending that communities
tutorial. reate “buddy systems” to
Even popular board games make sure vulnerable and
have gone virtual. Classics hard-to-reach people stay
like Monopoly, Scattergories connected, particularly to
and Scrabble can be played news about COVID-19. This

Find Ways to Stay

online together, and there are can be done through a church
a host of sites with card group, social group or daily

Connected While
Social Distancing
(BPT) - The COVID-19 pandemic
presents daunting challenges for
many seniors and other vulnerable
populations. Social distancing and
shelter-in-place requirements are
necessary for their continued
health and safety. But with it comes
the risk of social isolation, and the
mental and physical tolls this can
take.
How can older people balance the
requirements for social distancing
with the inherent need for social
engagement? Here are a few
recommendations.
Explore new technology
Apps like FaceTime, Zoom and
Skype offer fun and interesting
ways to connect face-to-face with
family and friends, even if it’s a
screen version. And most don’t
require a terrific amount of tech-
games, trivia and other fun
activities to do together. A
game night is a great way to
bring people closer, and take
your mind off your worries.
If you need help getting
started with a smartphone or tablet
to use this technology, check the
offerings from a carrier like Con-
sumer Cellular. They’ve been an
approved AARP provider for more
than 10 years, and in addition to
low prices and a wide variety of
phones, offer top-rated customer
support, which makes setting up
and using your service easy.
Stay active in the community,
from home
It may sound counterintuitive.
How can you remain a part of the
community if you need to stay
separated from it?
Many organizations, like political
parties, faith-based groups or non-
profits, offer remote options, relying
on volunteers to make phone calls.
Explore your options for doing
community-based activity right at
home.
Go on a news diet
While it’s important to stay
informed, don’t get locked into
endlessly watching “breaking news”
on the 24-hour news channels.
Typically, not much changes hour
to hour, and enduring the
repetitious pummeling from TV all
day long can bring needless
anxiety.
Instead, try watching a news
update in the morning, then check
in again at night. And don’t stay
with it all evening: 30 minutes or an
hour is usually plenty to stay well
informed.
Find a buddy system
The Centers for Disease Control
neighborhood email blasts.
Reach out to people in your
communities to locate these
groups, or start one of your
own. Something as simple as
a message with a kind word
can go a long way during uncertain
times.
Make a phone call
All the digital options available
today may make a simple phone
call seem old fashioned. But some-
times, the old ways are the best
ways. Just hearing someone’s voice
can be enough to lift both your
spirits. Even if you only reach
voicemail, you’ve let someone know
you were thinking about them,
which is always good medicine.
Social distancing doesn’t have to
mean social isolation, and even a
threat like coronavirus should not
force us to be alone. Now, more
than ever, people need to find smart
ways to stay connected.

Couch Theater/
brimming with idealism who’s appointed to serve out the term of a
deceased senator. Washington’s greed and cynicism almost break him
down — but he comes roaring back with zeal in a glorious filibuster that
Movies Coming Soon To DVD and Blu Ray will renew your faith in government service.

By Amy Anderson

Someone just had a birthday! Yes, America, that’s who. And while she
ain’t perfect, she’s worth celebrating and fighting for — and even dying for.
Movies have always been a lens through which we examine our own
values. Here are some of the patriotic movies worth a second look this
month, from the Revolutionary War and Civil War to the Cold War and the
Gender War — and a couple of American gems to round it out. Happy
viewing, my fellow Americans!

“The Patriot” (2000) Mel Gibson and director Roland Emmerich made a
blockbuster out of the Revolutionary War, with Gibson playing a widowed
father of seven who is drawn into the militia to fight against the Redcoats
led by a particularly nasty Dragoon (played by expert villain Jason Isaacs).
“Saving Private Ryan” (1998) From the opening sequence taking Omaha
Beach, to the sniper fire faced at every turn, Capt. Miller (Tom Hanks) leads
a squad of soldiers across France through questionable territory looking for
the last of four brothers to bring him home alive. The first 24 minutes are
gut-wrenching and visceral.

“Rocky IV” (1985) Rocky Balboa (Sylvester Stallone) always was a shining
example of American values: hard work, loyalty, heart. But “Rocky IV” pits
the Italian Stallion against one Ivan Drago, a Soviet supervillain and hard-
driven machine of a boxer. But with those red, white and blue trunks, our
boy is up to the task.

“G.I. Jane” (1997) In a story from real life, Demi Moore stars as military
pioneer Jane Parkhurst, the first woman to undergo training at the U.S.
Navy Special Warfare Group. Tough as nails and with an iron will, Jane
faces discrimination and harassment as she earns the respect of her peers.

“National Treasure” (2004) An unimaginable treasure is tended by

“Glory” (1989) The story of the 54th Regiment of the Massachusetts
Volunteer Infantry, an all-Black unit that fought for the Union in the Civil
War, even as its soldiers were subject to overwhelming racism and
demeaning treatment.
“Mr. Smith Goes to Washington” (1939) In Frank Capra’s classic
Washington, D.C., tale, Jimmy Stewart plays Jefferson Smith, a local hero
illuminati and hidden by the Founding Fathers, locatable only through an
intricate and elaborate system of maps and clues, some hidden on and in
the very fabric of our nation. Nicolas Cage plays Benjamin Franklin Gates,
a third-generation treasure hunter who is all-in on finding it.
“Independence Day” (1996) An egotistical pilot (Will Smith) and a tree-
hugging genius (Jeff Goldblum) join forces with an all-American president
(Bill Pullman) and a drunkard crop duster (Randy Quaid) to save the planet
from an alien invasion on the Fourth of July. Pure American gold.
(c) 2020 King Features Synd., Inc.
 M
July 24 issue_Oct 9 2008.qxd 7/23/2020 10:51 PM Page 11

July 24, 2020 SPRING CREEK SUN Page 11

oney Matters
Tips to Shop Smarter
and Save on
Household Essentials
(StatePoint) When it comes to
the essentials that families use
and replenish most often, some
smart shopping strategies can
allow you to stretch your dollar
and keep your household budget
on track.
Consider these shopping tips
from the experts at Dollar
General.
Grocery Basics
Meal planning at the start of
each week can help you buy what
you need affordably, so you won’t
splurge on items you can’t or
won’t use. Consider shopping for
essentials like spices, milk, bread,
eggs, frozen and canned vege-
tables, proteins and more at a
discount retailer like Dollar
General where customers can also
find the Clover Valley brand,
Your Credit Report: How to
which provides a 100 percent
guarantee. For some recipe in-
spiration, visit DG.com/easy
meals for affordable ideas for
appetizers, side dishes, main
courses and desserts. Dollar
General also has a Shopping List
feature on their mobile app, which
can help you plan out your
shopping trip needs before you
visit the store.
Cleaning
Thoroughly cleaning your house
from top to bottom should not
have to be a hassle. Consider
using a multi-purpose cleaner
that can be used in various rooms
of your home to reduce the need
to purchase multiple products. Wellness age of savings opportunities with
Also, consider waiting until the Whether you’re looking for re- digital coupons that you can
items you need are on sale and medies to combat seasonal al- download before you shop to help
purchasing extra at that time to lergies or just basic health and you save time when visiting
help you save even further on wellness items you replenish stores. Visit www.dollargeneral
what you need. As you clean, take frequently, you can save even .com/coupons to enroll or
it one room at a time, determining more when shopping at a general digitally clip savings.
what items you need, what items retailer. Find items like vitamins, By employing a few key shopp-
you can repurpose to other rooms minerals, hand soap, tissues, ing strategies, it is possible to
in your home and what items you over-the-counter medications, have an organized household and
plan to donate. hair and skincare products and delicious meals every day of the
more for less than you might week without breaking the bank
expect at a pharmacy or grocery on needed essentials.
store.
PHOTO SOURCE: (c) AaronAmat /

Improve Your Score

Digital Savings iStock via Getty Images Plus
Families can also take advant-

BY: MICHAEL HALL

Are you wondering how to fix your credit? No one
can legally remove negative information from your
credit report if it’s accurate and current. But there are
steps you can take to fix errors and improve your credit.
Here’s what you need to know about how to fix your credit.
Your credit report has information about:
lWhether you pay your bills on time.
A match made for your wallet.
lWhat loans and credit cards you have, and what you owe on them?
lWhether you’ve been sued or arrested or have filed for bankruptcy.

The more positive information you have in your credit report, the
better your credit will be.
If there are negative items on your credit report, the Credit Bureaus
sell the information in your credit report to creditors, insurers,
employers, and other businesses that use it to make decisions about
you. If there’s a lot of negative information in your report, you could
+
have trouble getting a loan, or might have to pay more in interest. You
also could be turned down for a job, insurance, or some services.
Most negative information will stay on your report for seven years,
and bankruptcy information will stay on for ten years. Unpaid
judgments against you will stay on your report for seven years or until
the statute of limitations runs out, whichever is longer.
There are exceptions. In certain situations — like when you seek a job
Save up to 25%
paying more than $75,000 a year, or a loan or insurance valued at more
than $150,000 — a credit bureau will include older negative
information on your report that wouldn’t show up otherwise.
Each of the nationwide credit bureaus — Equifax, Experian, and
TransUnion — are required to provide you with a free copy of your credit With Allstate, you can save up to 25%
report once every 12 months if you ask for it. Go to annua when you bundle home and auto
lcreditreport.com, call 1-877-322-8228. However, because of the insurance. Plus, you get our local
pandemic’s effect on so many people’s financial lives, you may now expertise and trusted advice at no extra
access your credit report weekly through April 2021. charge. Call today for a free quote.
Be aware, because each credit bureau gets its information from
different sources, the information in your report from one credit bureau
may not reflect all, or the same, information in your reports from the
other two credit bureaus. Coyco Agency Inc.
Michael Hall is a financial counselor with Bedford Stuyvesant Restoration 718-927-0200
Corporation. As a financial counselor he helps individuals allocate their 9613 Flatlands Ave.
funds better, deal with debt, weigh in on legal options, and even save for Brooklyn, NY 11236
a rainy day. If you’re in debt or have no credit and need help, a reputable ecoy@allstate.com
credit counseling organization, like the Office of Financial Empowerment
through NYC Office of Consumer Affairs might be able to help. To
Call or stop by to see how much you can save.

schedule a financial counseling appointment, go to: www.nyc.

gov/talkmoney or call 718-636-6900 and ask for Michael Hall.
9423317

Based on coverage selected. Savings vary. Subject to terms, conditions and availability. Allstate Fire and Casualty
Insurance Co., Northbrook, IL © 2018 Allstate Insurance Co.
July 24 issue_Oct 9 2008.qxd 7/23/2020 10:51 PM Page 12

Page 12 SPRING CREEK SUN July 24, 2020

A Virtual Time Travel Performance

BY AMANDA MOSES

The Spring Creek Towers’ After School Program offers children from and as parents we appreciate the support. As always, you guys are a
kindergarten to fifth grade a wide variety of fun and educational activities great resource and tool for our kids, you have a dedicated and caring
throughout the school year. Their slogan has always been, the “Learning staff and as parents we feel that, it really comes across,” said Danielle
doesn’t stop at Spring Creek After School Program!” Jones Asante.
Since the fall, the children were able to receive homework help, have Some parents even apologized for not being more diligent in making
fun knitting, conducting science experiments, playing chess, and sure that their children participated in the virtual sessions. “Please,
participating in the performing arts at Abe Stark Primary School 346. please forgive me for not making sure that Olivia participated in the
However, in March, the Spring Creek After School Program went virtual, virtual After School sessions. Being in Social Services, this has been a
offering scholastic lessons remotely through the video/audio platform, very busy time for me working from home and being out in the field. Still,
Zoom. Many parents were pleased that the program continued to run I am ever so grateful for the support and the love that you and the staff
virtually. “I truly appreciate the entire Spring Creek After School Team. of Spring Creek After School show our children...even checking in on us
You guys have always been the best in my opinion, but even during these during the pandemic, making calls and sending text messages and
trying times you guys still managed to make sure our children had a emails,” said Melissa Wilson.
social outlet, that they may have lost this school year due to the
pandemic. Again, I appreciate you all and Saniya is truly grateful as well,” Screenshots by Amanda Moses
Saniya Gray’s mother said.
Without skipping a beat, the staff continued their projects remotely
with students and even hosted an End of Year Performance with the
theme “Time Travel” on June 24th.
Boogie Back to the 70s
Each grade was given a decade to research and gather information
about the historical events, arts, and trends from that time frame. The
kindergarten and first grade classes were deemed the Sunflowers, and
they studied the 1970s. They learned how to dance the hustle and other
cool moves and listened to musical hits from that era, such as Earth,
Wind, & Fire. During their End of the Year film, their instructor shared
videos and photos of the children’s activities in the classroom before the
pandemic along with the online classes.
Cut Loose, For An 80s Footloose
The third and fourth graders delved into the 1980s, during which time
they discovered the era’s big fads (such as yo-yos, the Rubik’s Cube, and
Legos!) They also learned that before songs were downloaded from iTunes
or streamed, people would use boom boxes and Walkman cassette
players.
One instructor asked the children to create a cardboard Walkman and The kindergarten and first graders boogied back to the 1970s,
imagine the songs they would listen to during the 1980s. Some students where the learned all about the music, arts, and historical figures of
said they were jamming to Whitney Houston, while others were bopping that decade.
their heads to Salt ‘N Pepper. They learned all about Prince, Beastie Boys,
David Bowie, Michael Jackson, LL Cool J, and Madonna. The students
also created vinyl albums using construction paper and paper plates!
The second graders
Another trend during this time frame were graffiti artists. The class
created a short story
researched images of New York during the 1980s, and saw that trains,
with the guidance of
sidewalks, and numerous buildings were covered in graffiti. Inspired by
the creativity, the children produced their own 3-dimensional graffiti their group leader,
designs using glitter, rhinestones, and other craft materials. Rhamsys Holoman.
Rock into the 90s
The fifth graders entered the 1990s, where they discovered numerous
cartoons and the booming comic book culture. The class participated in
a virtual comic book workshop, creating various drawing blocks, and how
to weave their own stories visually and contextually. According to their
instructor LaShonda, “The goal is to give students the tools and
knowledge they need to develop their own stories to express themselves,
and vent about the world around them.”
Their next project investigated popular 1990s cartoons, such as the
creation of Pokémon, Hey Arnold, Johnny Bravo, and various anime
(Japanese cartoons) series. “The purpose of the 90s cartoon characters
was for the children to learn about television shows from that era,” said
Group Leader, LaShonda. She asked the children to illustrate their
favorite cartoon characters now. A few shared images of Sponge Bob,
Avatar, and some even drew 90s classics like Johnny Bravo and
Arnold.
Hop into the Millennial Zone
Students in second grade showcased their artistry, reading
and comprehension skills, as well as their ability to participate
in the performing arts. They were assigned the 2000s, also
known as the Millennial era. With the artistic direction from
Group Leader Rhamsys Holoman, the children crafted a short
story entitled, A Tale Through Time.
The story follows two children who discover that a necklace is
actually a time traveling device. The protagonists, Ravi and Kai
accidently take a trip back to New York City during the early
2000s. Through beautiful drawings, the students read out loud
the adventure as viewers followed the turning pages. Their
ability to act the scenes, grasp the storyline (which they
created), truly showcased their reading comprehension, writing
skills and critical thinking abilities.
On June 24th, students and their families watched their final
performance showcasing each of their time traveling adventures
with the Spring Creek After School Program’s staff. Many of the
parents were eternally grateful for the program, writing, “I
thought you guys did an amazing job adapting to the circumstances. You The third and fourth graders discovered cool fads while
showed up every day for our kids and kept them engaged and entertained researching the 1980s.
July 24 issue_Oct 9 2008.qxd 7/23/2020 10:51 PM Page 13

July 24, 2020 SPRING CREEK SUN Page 13

The second graders created the story line while Instructor

Rhamsys Holoman drew the characters.
Many of the group leaders created videos and slideshows showcasing
the fun activities students participated in at school before the pandemic
and during their virtual lessons in the spring.

The students created their own vinyl records using paper

plates and construction paper. The fifth graders discovered the 1990s booming comic
book industry, and created their own stories.

The classes discovered that before there were MP3 players,

people used Walkman cassette players that you had to rewind!
July 24 issue_Oct 9 2008.qxd 7/23/2020 10:51 PM Page 14
Page 14
Dealing with Summer Weeds
The Spring Creek Recreational Fund's (SCRF)
Urban Garden Classroom (UGC) has been
closed since March, and during that time the
weeds had become overgrown.
BY AMANDA MOSES
Since March, the Spring Creek
Recreational Fund’s (SCRF) Urban
Garden Classroom (UGC) has been
closed due to the pandemic. During
that time, Garden Educator, Jacqui
Roytman offered remote lessons
with her class, Science is Real,
through Zoom. Now that the school
year is over and the city has
officially entered Phase 4 of its
reopening, Roytman is back in the
garden maintaining it and planting
a plethora of summer flowers.
The four-month closure, com-
bined with the extreme heat and
rain, has caused various types of
weeds to become overgrown in the
UGC. The garden beds, pathways,
Dear EarthTalk: Is it true that
my avocado habit is bad for the
environment and my carbon
footprint?
-- J. Pilsen, Olathe, KS
Compared to other fruits and
vegetables that are grown closer to
home, eating avocados—most of
which are flown in from Central
America—can be a drag on your
carbon footprint. Furthermore, they
require a lot of water, fertilizers and
pesticides to grow, further com-
plicating this seemingly “green”
superfood.
Avocado’s environmental impacts
come from the “energy, water,
fertilizer and pesticides required to
grow them, the resources used for
packaging materials and the energy
used in processing, transporting
and keeping them cool to preserve
their freshness,” Tom Cumberlege
of Carbon Trust tells Vice.com, also
pointing out that some of the
biggest markets for avocados are in
the UK, northern Europe and
Canada.”
Despite that avocados can now
SPRING CREEK SUN
and even fences were covered with
weeds of every shape and size. A
weed is a plant that ravages and
disrupts a garden’s ecosystem.
Some weeds might even be deemed
as an invasive species that soak up
all of the water and nutrients from
the soil, and block sunlight from
other plants. There are even weeds
that choke trees and other plants
by slowly wrapping itself around the
trunk or stems.
Roytman’s first step in removing
the weeds was to use shearing
scissors to cut down the vines
growing along the fences. These
weeds are particularly strong,
especially since the garden has
be grown around the world, the
majority of them (upwards of two
metric tons annually) come from
Mexico. “A Mexican avocado would
have to travel 5,555 miles to reach
the UK,” reports Honor May
Eldridge of the non-profit Sus-
tainable Food Trust. “Given the
distances, fruit is picked before it’s
ripe and shipped in temperature-
controlled storage, which is energy
intensive.”
Avocados also require an asto-
nishing amount of water to grow,
some 320 liters per fruit. “The UK’s
imports of avocados contain over 25
million cubic meters annually of
virtual water—equivalent to 10,000
Olympic-sized swimming pools,”
reports Eldridge. “With global
temperatures rising and water
becoming scarce, this has serious
impacts on local communities who
do not have access to drinking
water.”
Furthermore, the global popu-
larity of avocados in recent years
has led to “monoculture” farms that
grow only one crop over and over,
degrading soil quickly and requiring
increasingly more chemical fertili-
zers and pesticides. Surging de-
mand has also led to rampant
deforestation, especially in areas
like Mexico’s mountainous Micho-
acán. A researcher from Mexico’s
National Institute for Forestry
found that avocado production
there tripled there from 2001-
2010—causing the loss of some
Garden Educator, Jacqui Roytman
rolled back her sleeves and began
weeding and reviving the UGC
back to its beautiful splendor.
been closed for so long. Normally,
the best way to deal with weeds is
beginning when they are young and
small so that they do not flower and
produce seeds.
Subsequently, Roytman had to
remove the weeds from their roots
(by pulling them completely out of
the soil) and immediately bagging
and disposing of the plants en-
suring that the seeds do not spread.
She also began clearing the path-
ways around the garden beds,
where some weeds were almost four
feet tall! In doing so, she used a
weed wacker and lawn mower to
maintain the pathway sections.
Some common types of weeds are:
Nutsedges (these look like grass
and have tiny yellow flowers),
1,700 acres of forest annually.
Compared to meat, avocados are
still a much better deal for the
environment—and much less of a
drag on your carbon footprint.
Indeed, the Evening Standard
reports that eating a kilo of lamb
generates some 46 times the carbon
emissions as the average pack of
avocados. Enjoying a piece of
farmed salmon will also increase
your carbon footprint more than
having some guacamole or avocado
toast every now and again.
As a consumer, the best thing
you can do with an avocado is to
“make sure that it doesn't go to
waste,” says Cumberlege. “… avo-
cados will not last days in the fridge
after they have been prepared, so
[they] should be enjoyed sooner
rather than later.”
CONTACTS: “Green Gold: Global
Avocado Boom Destroying
Mexico’s Forests,”
July 24, 2020
Crabgrass, and Pigweed.
Roytman will be placing mulch in
the corners of the UGC, so that the
pear trees and butterfly bushes are
not suffocated by weeds. Over the
course of the summer, once Royt-
man has revived the UGC, she will
be amending the garden bed’s soil
and planting fresh herbs and
flowers to attract pollinators (such
as bees and butterflies).
Dealing with summer weeds and
bringing the garden back to its
usual splendor will take some time,
but Roytman hopes that her efforts
will create a prime location for
students and seniors once again
when classes are able to resume.
Photos by Jacqui Roytman
https://sputniknews.com/latam/
201608121044220909-avocado-
mexico-destroy-forests; “This Is
How Bad Your Avocado
Obsession Is for the World,”
https://www.vice.com/en_uk/arti
cle/7xm8ab/this-is-how-bad-
your-avocado-obsession-is-for-
the-world; “How Much Water
Does It Take To Grow An
Avocado,”
old.danwatch.dk/en/undersogels
eskapitel/how-much-water-does-
it-take-to-grow-an-avocado.
EarthTalk® is produced by
Roddy Scheer & Doug Moss for
the 501(c)3 nonprofit EarthTalk.
See more at
https://emagazine.com. To
donate, visit
https://earthtalk.org. Send
questions to:
question@earthtalk.org.
July 24 issue_Oct 9 2008.qxd 7/23/2020 10:51 PM Page 15

July 24, 2020 SPRING CREEK SUN Page 15

Virtual Educational Opportunities and Fun Programs

BY PAMELA STERN
Downtown Brooklyn: Have you ever wanted to take ballet, or tap dance
lessons, boxing, pilates or yoga? You can do all that or take virtual cooking
lessons or join a virtual book club. There is something for the whole family
to do. Visit: https://www.downtownbrooklyn.com/events
history—LaShawn  Harris,  Carl  Suddler, and  Cheryl Hicks—in a
conversation about the complex roots of the city’s (and nation’s) ongoing
crisis of policing. This virtual event is Free but, Registration is Required.
Registrants will receive a Zoom link to access this conversation. Visit:
https://www.mcny.org/event/new-yorks-communities-color-and-police-
historical-perspective

Brooklyn Public Library: There are

a variety of virtual activities for each
age group to participate in depending
on what you like to do. There are
workshops that will teach you how to
knit, games for teens like Jeopardy,
teen book club, how to tell and create
comics, and virtual storytime for the
little ones. Visit: https://www.bklyn
library.org

Staying home
saves lives.

Museum of the City of New York: Join the Museum of the City of New
York for virtual programming and events like; New York Communities of
Color and the Police: A Historical Perspective which will be held on
Wednesday, July 29, 2020 at 6:30p. Join for a virtual discussion
about how communities of color have experienced and responded to the For more information, visit
police in twentieth-century. New York. Veteran TV journalist  Carol coronavirus.gov
Jenkins leads three  distinguished professors of African-American
July 24 issue_Oct 9 2008.qxd 7/23/2020 10:51 PM Page 16
Game Play
Page 16
Deadly
Premonition 2:
Great Story,
Horrible Glitches
BY DEAN MOSES
Game: Deadly Premonition 2: A
Blessing in Disguise
Platform: Nintendo Switch
Rating: M for Mature
Cost: $49.99
While many have been excitedly
awaiting the release of titles such as
The Last of US 2 and Ghosts of
Tsushima, personally I have been
excited for a game flying under the
radar and in the shadow of the
aforementioned giants: Deadly
Premonition 2: A Blessing in Dis-
guise. This sequel to the cult hit
Deadly Premonition hopes to
capitalize on the original’s quirky
magic ten years later by exclusively
hitting the Nintendo Switch.
Twin Peaks the Game
We take control of FBI special
agent, Francis York Morgan as he
investigates a grisly murder in a
fictional town named Le Carré,
inspired by New Orleans. Like its
predecessor, fans of the hit TV
show, Twin Peaks will notice
striking similarities to the David
Tech
Talk
Is Your Technology
Doing Enough to
Improve Your Life?
(StatePoint) Whether you’re at
home relaxing or an adventure, you
can use your technology to optimize
the experience. Here are four ways
to harness your gadgets, apps and
more to improve your life:
• Outdoors 2.0: The next time you
head into nature, gear up with
durable wearable technology
designed to upgrade the experience.
The Bluetooth capabilities of Pro
Trek’s PRT-B50 enable data
communication with a smartphone
through a connected app. But you
don’t have to be connected to enjoy
the timepiece’s compass, altimeter,
barometer and temperature
measurements, or its calorie
calculations that take both step
count and altitude information into
SPRING CREEK SUN
Lynch, Mark Frost classic, so much
so that it almost feels like Twin
Peaks the game—one of the aspects
that made the first installment so
enjoyable. As Morgan explores the
local area, we encounter a whole
host of bizarre and eccentric
residents that either help or hinder
the investigation. As you will soon
discover, this game is not perfect,
but it is the story and its cast that
redeem it and have us cling to what
is a most unusual ride.
Time fall
Deadly Premonition 2: A Blessing
in Disguise is a third person action
adventure game in which players
will find themselves backtracking
around a rather glitchy town. The
game employs its own time
day/night cycle and, in doing so,
features each day of the week in
expedited fashion. To complete
objectives and further the narrative
it will not only require you to visit
establishments like the sheriff’s
office or diner at certain times of
consideration. What’s more, a
memory feature allows you to
record specific locations, so that
when you move to a different place,
your watch will display the
direction and distance to help you
navigate back.
• Sleep Easy: If a good night’s sleep
eludes you or you wake up still
feeling tired, it may be time to find
out why. Enter sleep apps, such as
Sleep Cycle, which track you
through the night in order to
provide detailed statistics and
day, you will also need to be there
during specific days of the week.
This can be rather tedious, yet it
also harkens back to games such
as Shenmue, adding elements of
realism in an unrealistic setting.
That façade of realism drops
away when night falls. During the
dark, ghostly creatures will swarm
you, changing up what is—during
the day—a rather leisurely expe-
rience. When exploring the town on
your skateboard—that’s right a
skateboard—you will always have
to keep an eye open for the time, or
else you might be surprised by the
demons waiting on the other side of
the horizon. In addition to time
maintenance, you will also need to
maintain Morgan himself through
sleep, food, and even hygiene.
Gameplay can be mediocre thanks
to such micromanaging, still once it
takes hold of you, you may find it
hard to pull yourself away.
Deadly Glitches
If the story is great, the gameplay
is mediocre, technically it is down-
right bad. At certain, infrequent
moments characters can look good
with an almost cell-shaded tone,
majorly our eyes will suffer a game
releasing in 2020. Not only that,
when riding around Le Carré the
analysis, helping you discover ways
to sleep better and feel more
energized.
• Compact Home Theater: If you
like the idea of the home theater
experience, but don’t have the
space or inclination to dedicate an
entire room of the house to one, a
projector is the best way to go,
especially one offering the same
brightness and clarity of an LCD
television. A LampFree projector
from Casio is compact enough that
when it’s not in use, you can tuck it
July 24, 2020
framerate will drop to a staggeringly
low pace where the game barely
chugs along and at times doesn’t.
The game has crashed on me
numerous times, literally when I
am about to save, forcing me to
replay entire sections. Furthermore,
I have sent Morgan hurtling out of
bounds into a deadly realm of
glitches. While still playable, Deadly
Pre-monition 2 requires an
immediate update to stabilize its
issues.
Conclusion
As much as it pains me to say
this as a fan, I can’t recommend
Deadly Premonition 2: A Blessing in
Disguise unless it is to hardcore
fans of the original, or until a hefty
update patched into the game. If
you can bare the technical issues,
there is a riveting story and unique
gameplay elements to be unearthed
and enjoyed that can’t be found
anywhere else.
away. And because it operates
without the use of a mercury bulb,
it’s safe and energy-efficient.
• Time Management: While it can
often seem like there are never
enough hours in the day, it can be
all too easy to lose valuable time to
mindless scrolling. Get back on
track with new apps that chart and
graph how you are using your time
online, so you can actually see
where all those moments are going.
Whether you are indoors our
outdoors, sleeping or awake,
embracing the many features of
your apps and devices can help you
optimize your life 24/7.
PHOTO SOURCE: (c) Everste /
iStock via Getty Images Plus
ReUse,
Reduce
and
ReCycle
July 24 issue_Oct 9 2008.qxd 7/23/2020 10:51 PM Page 17

July 24, 2020 SPRING CREEK SUN Page 17

Pilgrim Cathedral of East New York Temple Emanu-el of Canarsie

Bishop George M. Shorts: senior pastor 1880 Rockaway Parkway, Brooklyn, NY

Religious Listings 590 New Lots Avenue, Brooklyn, NY

11207
(718) 927-3354
(718) 251-0450

True Worship Church Worldwide

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
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
Ministries
Bishop Clarence Keaton
Sephardic Jewish Center of Canarsie 872-874 Crescent Street, Brooklyn, NY
Rabbi Myron Rakowitz, 11208
9320 Flatlands Avenue, Brooklyn, NY www.trueworshipchurch.org
(718) 257-0400 Phone: (718) 485-9703
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

RECYCLE THIS!
(718) 272-8277 Father Chunov, presiding
www.CLCCMinistries.com 400 Glenmore Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
(718) 498-0518
July 24 issue_Oct 9 2008.qxd 7/23/2020 10:51 PM Page 18
Page 18
Speaking of Health
Fructose
Intolerance Is
Rarely
Diagnosed
BY KEITH ROACH, M.D.
What can you tell me about fru-
ctose intolerance and/or mala-
bsorption? Is there a genetic
predisposition to this? Can it
develop later in life? What are the
symptoms, and how is it
diagnosed? What type of doctor
can best make a diagnosis? I've
read conflicting reports online
regarding the breath analysis
test. Can it be treated, or must
one eliminate foods containing
fructose completely from one's
diet?
My father was diagnosed with
some sort of fructose problem
years ago. I have no other infor-
mation about his condition as he
Treating Foot and Ankle Conditions During the COVID-19 Crisis
(StatePoint) During this unpre-
cedented time, it’s still important to
take care of your overall wellness,
and your feet are no exception.
Healthy feet and ankles are crucial
for balance, mobility and a healthy
body.
However, it’s important to iden-
tify which issues can be taken care
of via telemedicine and which
should be done in person. It’s also
important to take steps on your
own to keep feet healthy.
“Foot and ankle surgeons are
here to help keep you healthy via
telemedicine visits for non-urgent
care and in the office for urgent or
serious issues,” says Dr. Brett
Sachs, DPM, FACFAS, a foot and
ankle surgeon and Fellow Member
of the American College of Foot and
Ankle Surgeons
Not sure whether your condition
requires an in-person appoint-
ment? According to Dr. Sachs and
the experts at the American College
of Foot and Ankle Surgeons, the
following conditions can be seen by
foot and ankle surgeons via
telemedicine:
SPRING CREEK SUN
has passed away. I have deve-
loped some intestinal issues over
the past year and have noticed I
frequently experience stomach
cramps after eating grapes and
green apples, specifically. I am a
vegetarian, and my diet consists
of lots of fruits and vegetables.
I'm wondering if I may have an
issue with fructose. I hope not!
What are your thoughts?
Dr. Roach says: Fructose intole-
rance is common, but it is seldom
diagnosed. One cause, hereditary
fructose intolerance, is a genetic
disorder that can cause serious
symptoms in infants and children,
but it is usually mild in adults. The
symptoms of fructose intolerance
are very similar to another sugar
intolerance -- lactose, the sugar in
milk. Many people cannot tolerate
lactose and if they eat too much of
it will have cramping and diarrhea.
Unlike lactose intolerance, which
has a simple diagnostic breath test,
there is no commonly available test
for fructose intolerance.
Fructose is a simple sugar, called
• Heel and arch pain, generalized
foot pain
• Achilles tendinitis
• Metatarsalgia
• Skin rashes and athlete’s foot
• Planter warts
• Big toe pain
• Arthritis
• Gout
However, Dr. Sachs notes that
you should visit your doctor for the
following conditions and situations:
• Post-operative care
• Injuries (sprains or trauma,
anything that requires an x-ray for
suspected bone fractures)
• Infections
• Ingrown toenails
• Wounds
• Foot ulcers
• Calf pain with warmth, redness,
or swelling, which could possibly be
a blood clot
It’s important to know that if you
do have to make an in-person
appointment, foot and ankle
surgeons are taking many steps to
protect patients. These measures
include taking patients tempera-
a monosaccharide, and is found in
many fruits, especially apples,
pears, cherries and dates. Fructose
is also found in honey and is part of
the disaccharide sucrose (table
sugar), where it is combined with
glucose. What is fascinating yet
poorly understood is that when
fructose is consumed with glucose,
it is absorbed better by people with
fructose intolerance. Therefore, the
goal in someone with inability to
absorb fructose is to reduce or avoid
fructose by itself. That means
reducing foods and beverages
sweetened with high-fructose corn
syrup, which is present in many
products; eating high-fructose
fruits only with meals; and reducing
honey intake.
Sorbitol, a sugar alcohol used as
a sweetener in "diet" or "sugarless"
foods, tends to worsen fructose
intolerance and should be avoided.
A vegetarian diet is very healthy for
most people, and you shouldn't
have to give up your fruits. Just
following some simple rules should
reduce or eliminate your symptoms.
Dr. Roach writes: A recent
tures and performing a compre-
hensive screening process, having
patients and staff wear masks or
face coverings, limiting patients
and family in the waiting room,
limiting patient appointments to
prevent overlap, practicing social
distancing where possible, and
performing extensive deep cleaning
of all patient rooms and common
areas throughout the day.
A bit of preventive care can also
support healthy feet. Here are a few
tips from the American College of
Foot and Ankle Surgeons you can
follow while at home
• Stay active. Do sit-ups, pushups,
planks, squats and leg lifts or check
out virtual fitness classes online.
You can still get outside for fresh air
without putting yourself at risk. Go
for a walk, run or hike while
practicing social distancing. If you
feel better staying inside, take
scheduled breaks to get up and
walk around your home.
• If you suffer from foot pain, such
as a neuroma, avoid wearing
narrow shoes and also avoid
walking on hard surfaces barefoot,
July 24, 2020
column on burning mouth syn-
drome generated a lot of letters,
including several from physicians
and dentists. The advice I heard
over and over is that some dental
products seem to worsen the sym-
ptoms, and changing toothpaste or
dental rinse can help with symp-
toms. However, the culprit was not
consistent. Some writers told me it
was mint, others said cinnamon,
while others thought it was the
sodium lauryl sulfate that is in
many toothpastes. Baking soda (or
toothpastes based on them) seemed
to be well-tolerated for many.
•Other irritants that made symp-
toms worse included spicy foods,
carbonated beverages, caffeine and
acidic foods (like citrus or tomato).
•Other advice I heard was soaking
the tongue in a solution of Splenda
and water; others recommended
biotin supplements.
•The sheer number of letters leads
me to suspect that this is a more
common problem than I would have
thought. Very few of my own
patients have ever asked me about
this in my practice.
(c) 2020 North America Synd., Inc.;
All Rights Reserved
even in the house.
• Do eccentric strengthening
exercises like calf raises on a step to
prevent or treat Achilles tendinitis.
• Examine your feet regularly for
bumps, lumps or other changes.
• Wear comfortable, sensible shoes,
especially for exercise. Continue
using padding, insoles or whatever
special footwear you’ve been
prescribed.
To find a foot and ankle surgeon
near you or to find more foot and
ankle health tips, visit FootHealth
Facts.org, the patient education
website of the American College of
Foot and Ankle Surgeons.
“While the COVID-19 crisis is
understandably top-of-mind for
many right now, taking steps to
protect your overall health is vital,”
says Dr. Sachs. “Because so many
health problems stem from the feet,
paying attention to them is
essential for your comfort, safety
and overall wellness.”
PHOTO SOURCE: (c) denozy / iStock
via Getty Images Plus
 S
July 24 issue_Oct 9 2008.qxd 7/23/2020 10:51 PM Page 19

July 24, 2020 SPRING CREEK SUN Page 19

Taking on Lung Cancer is Worth the Fight

(BPT) - You have cancer. Three small words that impact a person in a
very big way. For advanced lung cancer patients, the emotional response
to a diagnosis can be especially complex as lung cancer is the leading
cause of cancer-related deaths - each year, more people in the U.S. die of
lung cancer than any other type of cancer. For those newly diagnosed with
lung cancer, feelings of hopelessness and defeat can paralyze their
decision-making and may contribute to their hesitancy to seek treatment.
That’s why Merck has teamed up with GO2 Foundation for Lung Cancer
on a new campaign, Worth the Fight: Taking on Lung Cancer, to help
empower people with advanced lung cancer and their loved ones to take
an active role in their cancer care and talk to their healthcare team to
understand treatment options that might be right for them.
This campaign is based on findings from a recent survey of over 500 U.S.
patients, caregivers, and healthcare providers to better understand the
mindset and challenges people impacted by advanced lung cancer face
around the time of diagnosis. Despite incredible progress made against
lung cancer over the past few decades, the survey revealed that most
people diagnosed with advanced lung cancer still struggle with navigating
their disease. The survey also revealed a need for more effective
communications between a patient, their caregiver, and healthcare team
and guidance around identifying helpful resources at diagnosis to help
patients determine next steps, including whether they and their loved ones
think it’s worth the fight to take on lung cancer.
In fact, when first diagnosed, most patients (57%) think nothing can be
done to treat their disease. Patients may feel scared (56%), have trouble
making sense of what their doctor says (76%) or feel overwhelmed (41%).
Upon learning of their diagnosis, 72% of patients believe they may have
brought the disease on themselves. While many believe smoking is the sole
cause of lung cancer, nearly anyone can be diagnosed with this life-
threatening disease. The unspoken implication that a person is
responsible for bringing lung cancer upon himself or herself can prompt
feelings of hurt and shame. Stigma can cause people to avoid seeking
treatment and is linked to disease-related distress and poor health
outcomes, the American Lung Association warns.
After Jodi Parker was diagnosed with advanced lung cancer in 2013, her
doctors wanted her to start treatment immediately, but she wasn’t
convinced.
For Parker, it came down to protecting the time she had left.
“I’d planned on living out the rest of my life the best way I could and
making the most out of the time I had left. Fortunately, a well-timed call
from a good friend persuaded me that I needed to reconsider. Seven years,
one wedding and three grandchildren later, my cancer has returned. But
it’s never been clearer that it’s worth the fight.”
A treatment decision should be based on an informed discussion
between a patient, their caregivers and healthcare team. But oftentimes
patients are not sure how to weigh the risks and benefits of various
treatment options, even after speaking with their oncologist. When first
diagnosed, 79% of patients said their doctor clearly explained the value of
being treated for advanced lung cancer, but more than half (56%) of
patients doubted treatment would make a difference in their outcome. In
addition, more than a third of patients (33%) and caregivers (39%) said
they did not know enough about the disease to make informed decisions.
These factors may lead patients to leave the ultimate treatment decision
up to their healthcare providers.
“Lung cancer is most often diagnosed at an advanced stage when the
prognosis is poor, making it critically important for patients and their loved
ones to have an open and honest conversation about what treatment
options might be right for them at the time of diagnosis,” said Dr. Jacob
Sands, thoracic medical oncologist at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.
Worth the Fight: Taking on Lung Cancer is designed to help people like
Parker with advanced lung cancer take an active role in getting the care
they need.
“I know now that an advanced lung cancer diagnosis does not have to
mean giving up. Ask your oncologist questions. Learn as much as you can.
Take control of your care,” said Parker.
Visit www.fightlungcancer.com to download a discussion guide to help
you and your loved ones have an informed conversation with your doctor
about treatment options and additional support resources.
 fUn
July 24 issue_Oct 9 2008.qxd 7/23/2020 10:51 PM Page 20

Un f
Page 20 SPRING CREEK SUN July 24, 2020

feaTures
eaTures
July 24 issue_Oct 9 2008.qxd 7/23/2020 10:51 PM Page 21

Diva
July 24, 2020 SPRING CREEK SUN Page 21

The Kitchen fruit due to their pits. Cling or

clingstone peaches have a pit
from there to Europe and then
to America with the colonists.
* The nectarine and the peach
to which the flesh “clings.”
Freestone peaches have a pit are so similar that there is only
from which the juicy, soft flesh one gene that separates the two
is easily pulled away. There is to make them distinct. The
no taste difference between nectarine has one recessive
gene — the one with the fuzz.

Take a Peach
freestone and clingstone
peaches. * “You’re a real peach” origi-
Some popular types of white nated from the tradition of

to the Beach
BY ANGELA SHELF MEDEARIS
Summer brings with it an
abundance of fruits, like peaches,
that reach their peak of juicy
perfection in the heat of July.
Peaches are rich in antioxidants
that help to maintain a great
complexion. Antioxidants are
substances that protect the body
by eliminating free radicals, which
cause cell damage and can
contribute to aging. The sun brings
out free radicals in the skin and
antioxidants protect skin cells by
counteracting free-radical activity
— so take a peach to the beach!
Fresh, high-quality peaches are
sweet tasting and low in calories,
as well as saturated fat, cholesterol
and sodium, and high in vitamins
A and C, dietary fiber, niacin and
potassium. Since one medium
peach is only about 37 calories,
they’re also an excellent snack or
guilt-free dessert.
There are more than 200
varieties of peaches, which are
sometimes referred to as “stone”
peaches are the Sugar May,
Scarlet Pearl, Southern Pearl
and White Lady. The key
differences between white and
yellow peaches are their ap-
pearance and taste. The white
peach has a pearl, pink-blushed
skin, white flesh and pink seed.
White peaches are less acidic,
resulting in a delicately sweet, juicy
flavor containing essences of honey
and vanilla, and finishing with a
clean sweetness. White peaches are
best eaten out of hand, as like most
peaches they don’t improve with
cooking.
The best way to choose a peach,
whether white or yellow, is by the
feel and smell, not the color. Look
for peaches that are somewhat firm
yet yield lightly to pressure when
applied. When you can smell the
sweetness of a peach, then you
know that fruit is ready to eat.
Peaches are sensitive and should
be handled with care and stored in
a single layer, as they bruise easily.
If unripe, store them in a paper bag.
If ripe, they may be stored in the
refrigerator for a week, depending
on the degree of ripeness. For full
succulence, bring them to room
temperature and then enjoy both
the flavor and aroma. Avoid picking
peaches that are extremely small,
hard, soft or have wrinkled skin at
the stem end. Peaches that have a
green background are picked in an
unripe stage and will not ripen well.
If you’re fortunate enough to have
more peaches than you can eat, you
can freeze them. Peel and slice the
fruit and mix with one tablespoon
each of lemon juice and sugar.
Place them into a sealable storage
bags and freeze for future use.
Peaches are available throughout
the year. California supplies them
from May to October, peaking in
July. Washington peaches are
available from July to September,
while Chile supplies them the rest
of the year.
Here are some fun facts about
peaches:
* These “Persian apples” actually
had their beginning in China, but
giving a peach to your beloved
friends.
* Most peaches are cultivated
by grafting different combina-
tions of rootstocks onto scions.
This recipe for Peaches and
Cream Pops is a cool way to enjoy
this fantastic fruit on a hot summer
day.
PEACHES AND CREAM POPS
1/2 cup peeled, chopped fresh
peaches
1/3 cup peeled, pureed fresh
peaches
2/3 cup nonfat vanilla yogurt
2 tablespoons honey
1. Puree 1/3 cup of the peaches in
a blender or food processor until
smooth. Using a small bowl, mix
together the peach puree, yogurt,
honey and remaining 1/2 cup of
peaches.
2. Spoon the peach mixture into 4
ice cream-pop molds and insert the
handle. Freeze for at least 4 hours.
Makes 4 servings.
Photo Credit: Depositphotos
(c) 2020 King Features Synd., Inc.,
and Angela Shelf Medearis

Recipes
were developed in Persia and went

6. The chocolate syrup usually falls out of the liquid as it chills so

be sure to shake the container before serving.

7. Alternate flavors: Some of the milk can be replaced by flavored

Iced Mocha Coffee

creamers for something different.

Last Step: Don’t forget to share!

BY VIRGINIA MCGEE

Cook time: 30 Min

Prep time: 30 Min 
Serves: 16 - 8 ounce servings

Ingredients
2/3 c (rounded/heaping cup) instant coffee powder
2/3 c (rounded/heaping cup) sugar or Splenda
9 c boiling water
7 c whole milk or whatever you like; whole milk makes a
creamier drink
2-4 oz chocolate syrup (I use the kind with calcium)

Directions

1. Measure 9 cups of water plus one cup in case some

boils off into a pot or kettle.

2. Pour 9 cups of boiling water into your gallon container.

I’ve got a Tupperware one that I use. Do not pour into a
glass container as it might crack.

3. Add instant coffee, sugar or sweetener, and chocolate

syrup to the water.

4. Stir until blended.

5. Add 7 cups of milk to the mix and stir to blend. Chill.

July 24 issue_Oct 9 2008.qxd 7/23/2020 10:51 PM Page 22
Page 22 SPRING CREEK SUN
KOVELS ANTIQUES AND
COLLECTING
Eye Chart
BY TERRY AND KIM KOVEL
There doesn’t seem to be
any type of antique that isn’t
sold at auctions, flea markets
or shops. We were surprised
years ago at a flea market
when a dealer was offering a
wooden artificial leg. It was
sold an hour after we saw it.
He said it went to a woman
who wanted to make a statue, This 1880s optician’s eye test chart was
and she had wondered if he made by Globe Optical Co. of Boston and
had any more. We have seen was for sale in a Massachusetts antiques
many sets of false eyes sold, shop for $2,200. It’s painted wood with a
samples of what surgeons metal lamp visor and has a linen scroll
would use to replace a missing with rows of letters in graduated sizes.
eye. And bottles of cures too
strange to describe.
This is a 19th-century optician’s eye test chart made of black painted
wood from Andrew Spindler Antiques & Design, a shop in Essex,
Massachusetts. It has a metal lamp visor and a linen scroll with letters of
different sizes. It was purchased at an antiques show in New York City
about 18 years ago for about $1,800. It has since been rewired and the
scroll restored, and it was priced at $2,200. Keep your eyes open at
antiques shops and you may find another eye test chart. It will certainly be
a rare antique. Wonder what the prescribed glasses looked like? Lots of
collectors can show you their favorite odd antique. Sometimes those are
the most fun.
***
Q: Do you know who made the first commercial ice cream scoop or
dipper, and what it looked like? Any other interesting information
about serving ice cream in a soda shop would help me with a school
paper.
A: We are told George Washington liked ice cream made from ice cut from
a frozen river. Without refrigeration, ice was a luxury, so ice cream was for
the very rich. The first U.S. ice cream factory was started in Philadelphia
in 1851. The first ice cream scoop was made in Pennsylvania in 1876 by
July 24, 2020
George William Clewell. It was shaped like a tin cone with an attached
handle. The knob on top was turned to move a metal strip that scraped the
lump of ice cream from the scoop. Later, scoops were made in fancy
shapes. The most famous is the heart-shaped scoop made in 1925. There
were also heart-shaped dishes to hold the ice cream and toppings for a
sundae. The few heart-shaped scoops known today have sold for over
$1,000 each. You might learn more from The Ice Screamers club
(www.icescreamers.com).
***
TIP: Look for vintage light fixtures and lamps at flea markets and thrift
stores. Paint or polishing can often restore them.
For more collecting news, tips and resources, visit www.Kovels.com
(c) 2020 King Features Synd., Inc.
ARIES (March 21
to April 19) A bit
of Arian
contrariness
could be keeping
you from getting
all the facts. Turn it
off, and tune in to what you
FOR THE WEEK OF JULY 27, 2020 need to hear. It could make all
the difference this week.
TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Getting an answer to a vital question
involving financial matters might take longer than you’d expected.
A new factor might have to be dealt with before anything can
move forward. Be patient.
GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Use your good sense to see
what might really be driving a colleague’s workplace
agenda. What you learn could lead to a new way of handling some
old problems.
CANCER (June 21 to July 22) A change of mind might
once again turn out to be a good thing. True, most of your co-
workers might not like the delay, but as before, they might
appreciate what follows from it.
LEO (July 23 to August 22) You revel in golden
opportunities this week. One cautionary note, though:
Be careful to separate the gold from the glitter before you
make a choice. Someone you trust can help.
VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) Marriage is
important this week, as are other partnerships. Don’t let
yourself be overwhelmed by sentiment. Instead, try to steer a path
between emotion and common sense.
LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) Dealing with
someone who has let you down is never easy. But
the sooner you’re able to clear up this problem, the
sooner other problems can be successfully handled.
SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) A “friend”
who is willing to bend the rules to gain an advantage
for both of you is no friend. Reject the offer and stay on your usual
straight and narrow path.
SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) After
all the effort you’ve been putting in both on the job and
for friends and family, it’s a good time to indulge your own needs.
The weekend could bring a pleasant surprise.
CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) You might
want to do something new this weekend. Close your
eyes and imagine what it could be, and then do it, or come up with
the closest practical alternative.
AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) Your good
deeds bring you the appreciation you so well deserve.
But, once again, be careful of those who might want to exploit
your generous nature for their own purposes.
PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Trolling for
compliments isn’t necessary. You earned them, and
you’ll get them. Concentrate this week on moving ahead into the
next phase of your program.
BORN THIS WEEK: Meeting new people usually means you’re making new
friends. People want to be reflected in your shining light.
(c) 2020 King Features Synd., Inc.
July 24 issue_Oct 9 2008.qxd 7/23/2020 10:52 PM Page 23

July 24, 2020 SPRING CREEK SUN Page 23

THE SPRING CREEK SUN

B usiness Page 718-642-2 718
Fun Features Answers

Dear Spring Creek Towers Community,

I hope you and your staff are staying healthy and managing with this constantly
changing situation. In accordance with the DCA's recommendation, at this point, we are
only providing phone counseling. We will not travel to our part-time sites and provide
services in person.
The DCA has established a new process on its website (nyc.gov/talkmoney) to enable
new and return clients to schedule phone sessions. We are eager to provide services to
all clients in this way, and we know given the financial hardships that have already been
felt, our services will be increasingly important.
We will also be offering webinars on topics like Student Loans, How to Respond to
Market Changes, How to Borrow from Your Retirement Savings.
To schedule a phone session all clients should sign up at the DCA/OFE portal:
nyc.gov/talkmoney

Sincerely,
The Financial Empowerment Center

For more information:

Visit nyc.gov/dca and search “Financial Empowerment Centers.”
July 24 issue_Oct 9 2008.qxd 7/23/2020 10:52 PM Page 24

Page 24 SPRING CREEK SUN July 24, 2020

A match made for your wallet.

+
Save up to 25%
With Allstate, you can save up to 25%
when you bundle home and auto
insurance. Plus, you get our local
expertise and trusted advice at no extra
charge. Call today for a free quote.

Coyco Agency Inc.

718-927-0200
9613 Flatlands Ave.
Brooklyn, NY 11236
ecoy@allstate.com

Call or stop by to see how much you can save.

9423317

Based on coverage selected. Savings vary. Subject to terms, conditions and availability. Allstate Fire and Casualty
Insurance Co., Northbrook, IL © 2018 Allstate Insurance Co.