SPRING CREEK SUN

Ways to Beat the Quarantine Blues

Vol. 48, No.17 Serving The Spring Creek Community Since 1974 August 21, 2020

See the Centerfold for Fun Activities to Do at Home During the Pandemic
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Membership is open to
Spring Creek Towers residents ages 12-18
TC Virtual Fun:
Daily Debates, PS4 Gaming, Teen Talk Live/Pod Cast,
Trivia, Family Feud, 360 Tours,
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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
know about?
The Spring Creek Sun will be running these announce-
ments in the paper. For more information call Pamela

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2020-2021
Stern at 718-240-4554 or email pstern@springcreek
SCCC After School
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SCCC After School offers your child a

variety of hybrid activities:

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Homework Help

Steps To Take Now to

Arts & Crafts
Online Chess Club/ Science is Real

Revise Your Budget

Sports & Fitness
Virtual Educational Games
Roblox

Centerspread
Young Entrepreneurs

How to Beat The

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SCCC After School Program

Recipe for Healthy Contact Mr. Jeremy Williams

Chicken Tacos
@ (718) 593-0590

Email: Rray@springcreektowers.com

HURRY SPACE IS LIMITED!

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FAQs Around Spring Creek Towers

Q: How can I report an issue or complaint to the
Department of Public Safety?

A: You can report an issue or complaint three different ways

to the Department of Public Safety (DPS), you can call the
dispatcher at 718-642-7550, stop an officer you see on patrol,
or write a brief note addressed to DPS Management and bring
it to the DPS Office located at 155 Elmira Loop. In the event
of an emergency, call 911

NYC Free Face Covering Distribution

New York City will continue distributing free face coverings in
parks, Department of
Education (DOE) Grab &
Go meal sites, grocery
stores, and during social
distancing enforcement.
Additional distribution
dates, lo-cations, and
times, will be coming
soon, visit
https://maps.nyc.gov/
face-coverings/ for more
infor-mation. (Please note
that the face coverings
being distributed are
washable cloth.)
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 out can request face
coverings by emailing PPERequest@mopd.nyc.gov
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from your checking account (ACH). Fees apply if you
use your credit or debit card.
• Click register and then create your online profile
• Connect your unit by using the account number
found on your monthly statement
• Set up Automatic Payments or click Pay Now to make
one-time payments
• Questions or help please call ClickPay at 800-533-
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• If you do not have a checking account you may make
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• The nearest MoneyGram location to SCT is City Fresh
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to behold. The world is akin to a

watercolor painting come to life.
The colors are some of the most
vibrant you will see on the console,
not to mention the most pleasing to

The Ghost of
the eye. Leaves fall from trees, wind
blows, rain falls, storms rage, and

Tsushima is an Artful
lightning fill up the sky with vivid
streaks. Developer Sucker Punch

Haiku to Gaming
Ghost of Tsushima employs a productions knew how glorious the
fantastic sword combat system that game they created looked too, so
has a steep learning curve but is much so that they even created an
BY DEAN MOSES unrivaled in terms of satisfaction in-game photo mode allowing you to
once mastered. There are four create your own stunning images
Game: Ghost of Tsushima unlockable stances that each work before sharing them with friends.
Platform: PlayStation 4 well against a certain criteria of This really is art of the moving
is captured while Jin is left for dead image.
Rating: M for Mature in the battle’s wake. But like a opponent. For instance, the wind
Cost: $59.99 vengeful ghost in a samurai tale fit stance is effective against spearmen
while the stone stance is best used Conclusion
for cinema, Jin rises again to save
The samurai have been the basis his lord and free Tsushima island when battling swordsmen. Upon
of a wide variety of classic Japanese from its captures. Along the way he first facing off against enemies you
cinema which tell beautiful, sweep- will meet a host of warriors and may become frustrated but after
ing tales of romanticized warriors. intriguing characters who aid in the spending some time with the com-
Yet when it comes to the world of fight for redemption. However, in bat system and upgrading Jin’s
video games we have been treated order to overcome these blood- abilities through his skill tree,
to very few titles that have captured thirsty foes who significantly out- things will soon grow easier.
the same artistic treatment found number him, he may have to sac- Another way of upgrading Jin is
in films like Seven Samurai and rifice his honor. through finding shrines by follow-
Throne of Blood, that is until now ing foxes or participating in mini
with the release of Ghost of Tsu- games like cutting bamboo canes in A few weeks ago, I swore that The
Samurai Assassin Last of Us Part 2 could well be the
shima for the PlayStation 4. The gameplay here offers a wide half or composing haikus. There are
also new outfits to discover by en- PS4’s last masterpiece before the
variety of options when it comes to release of the upcoming PlayStation
A Samurai Tale Fit for Cinema defeating enemies. You can sneak gaging in side-missions like ven-
Thirteenth century Tsushima turing up mountains or clearing out 5. Well, I was wrong. Ghost of Tsu-
up on Mongolian soldiers and slit shima ticks all of the boxes that
Island is under siege from the their throats or penetrate a sliding forts taken over by the Mongolians.
Mongolian army. Alongside his There is plenty to do and best of all makes a masterpiece. We have stu-
door with your sword to kill the nning visuals, compelling narrative,
fellow samurai, Jin Sakai rides to individual on the other side without it doesn’t get stale.
Komoda beach to meet the invaders and an entertaining gaming experi-
making a sound. Then there is the Art of the Moving Image ence.
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If you have cable service, the Lobby Channel
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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.

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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.

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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
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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
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Spring Creek Towers Activities
Community Organizations
Starrett City Tenants
Association
The next SCTA meeting is to be
determined. If you are a SCT
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

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

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

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

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

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Islamic Circle

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

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

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AA and NA gram is held weekly at Spring Creek

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4pm. These workshops allow the participants to watch the

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Towers and Canarsie Islamic Cen-

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

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ter on weekends. Call Syed Ahmad

organ her
Church, Flatlands and Van Siclen
Avenues, host Alcoholics and Nar-
cotics Anonymous meetings. The
home. For more information about these workshops call 718-348-
347-529-1662 for more information
7620.
and free literature on the Islamic
religion.

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Alcoholics Anonymous meetings
are Fridays at 8 pm and Narcotics Boxing Club

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Anonymous meetings are on

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The Starrett Boxing Club is open to

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males and females, 8 and up. Ses-

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Spring Creek Youth Federation
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
August 29th 9AM -10AM - GOOGLE CLASSROOM
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- EMAIL
ALL ITEMS DISTRIBUTED MUST BE USED BY
- MICROSOFT WORD, EXCEL, POWERPOINT
CLIENTS AND NOT TO BE SOLD!
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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

more info & special inquiries: Online support will be available using the Zoom Platform
G Mondays – 10a – 3:30pm , Tuesday – Friday – 1:30pm – 7pm
Please register for a 30 minute time slot
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Scholarship Opportunities
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Make the most of the back-to-school season by scheduling an eye
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your child up for a successful academic year.
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(StatePoint) The back-to-school season may look and feel different
this year, but there are some essentials which can aid college
students no matter how and where their learning takes place in the
fall.
• Caffeine fix: Late to bed, early to rise — most college students rely
on coffee to fuel this grueling schedule. Seek out an easy to use, low-
maintenance coffee maker that doesn’t require a ton of space. When
paired with an insulated to-go cup, quick caffeine fixes can help
students not only when they’re burning the midnight oil or getting out
of bed, but also when they’re heading out the door.
• Musical tools: Studies suggest that learning to play music has the
power to foster the personal growth needed for achieving self-
fulfillment later in adulthood, making a Casio keyboard one great
addition to any students’ dorm room or bedroom. Portable and
compact, they offer a range of features for musicians to learn,
practice, record and perform.
• Lighten the load: With so many electronic versions of textbooks
available these days, an e-reader can be a useful tool for students
looking to lighten their load, as well as organize all their reading
material in one place. Not only that, e-version of books tend to be less
expensive than their traditional counterparts, which can over time,
represent significant cost-savings.
• Wearable tech: With multiple alarms that can help students keep
track of class schedules, a Casio Pro Trek Watch is not only helpful
on-campus or when learning remotely, but is also a great outdoor
companion. With GPS, location memory, water resistance and triple
sensor technology, those looking to get outdoors after sitting in front
of a computer for hours on end will find its features useful on the trail
or lake.
With some preparation and the right tools, college students can look
forward to a successful school year ahead.
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movement. For women, an all-in-

one revolutionary undergarment
style called step-ins were intro-
duced. Similar to the modern-day
romper, step-ins are a one-piece
undergarment that combine a ca-
misole and bloomers, high-waisted

Epic Fashion
loose cotton underpants.
1930 - 1940s: Functionality was

Moments: Take a
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era, while women focused on style.
For colder months, union suits,
Evolution of similar to the modern-day “onesie,”

Underwear
S(BPT) - From tag-free boxer
briefs and seamless bikinis to
weightless cotton fabrics and mois-
ture wicking technology, there’s a
go-to type of underwear for every-
one. Influenced by notable pop
culture moments and the evolving
fashion industry, underwear styles
have taken huge leaps throughout
the years. Fruit of the Loom, the
trusted underwear brand for over
160 years, is looking at the pivotal
transformations of underwear, one
of the most essential pieces of
clothing.
1920s: Creating flexible fits was
vital for both men’s and women’s
undergarments. Inspired by the
shorts worn by professional fight-
ers, boxers, now one of the most
common styles for men, were
created to provide men and athletes
with flexibility and total freedom of
evolved from the ones that emerged
in the 1800s to provide both men
and women an extra layer of
warmth. Then, a new type of under-
wear inspired by an iconic postcard
of a model donning a bikini-style
bathing suit broke through for
men: the classic cotton briefs.
These legless, cotton briefs, fea-
tured Y-fronts to allow better move-
ment and all-day support.
On the other hand, tight fitting
corsets or girdles and decorative
lingerie were popular among many
women as they embraced shape-
wear, pulling inspiration from retro
pin-up models.
1960s - 1970s: Women con-
tinued to celebrate their bodies and
personal styles, hence the game-
changing bikini and thong. Named
after two-piece swimsuits, the
bikini featured a moderate rise and
coverage to offer the ultimate com-
fort and purchasing a pair that
matched the bra became the
epitome of counterculture fashion.
As pin-up models and calendar
girls turned into runway models,
thongs entered the scene elimi-
nating panty lines while offering a
higher cut to reveal more hip and
thigh.
1990s: Comfort soon became a
top priority as shoppers sought es-
sential underwear for the ultimate
softness and durability. Combining
the length of boxers and the snug
fit of briefs, the boxer briefs were
introduced and soon became the
most popular selection for men.
Providing men with ventilation and
the perfect amount of support, the
first boxer briefs included elastic
waistbands for ultimate comfort.
Seeking comfortable yet flattering
options, boy shorts became popular
for women as an alternative to a
traditional slip.
2000s - present day: With new
technology continually evolving,
underwear has changed and pro-
vided men and women with many
different options such as func-
tionality, material, shape and
design. Now more than ever,
shoppers are seeking style, comfort
and quality at great value. For
example, Fruit of the Loom offers a
wide selection of underwear styles
for the entire family, one of the
most notable is its Breathable
underwear for both men and
women made of micro mesh fabric
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Couch Theater/ of the interloping Chef Skinner, who has been abusing Gusteau’s name for
marketing. With every dish, you’ll be rooting for the tiny chef under the
hat.
Movies Coming Soon To DVD and Blu Ray
“Julie & Julia” Amy Adams plays Julie Powell, a New York writer who
begins a blog about cooking all 524 recipes in Julia Childs’ “Mastering the
Art of French Cooking.” Meryl Streep plays Julia Child, whose story is
shown in flashbacks from her arrival in Paris with her diplomat husband,
BY AMY ANDERSON attending Le Cordon Bleu to learn about French cooking and ultimately
putting together the cookbook and the publishing process. Along the way,
If cinema is a feast for the eyes, then cinema about food is ... a four- we explore cooking as creativity, challenge and character-building.
course meal? A buffet? Well, whatever it is, it’s delicious start to finish. If
you’re feeling hungry for something to pass the time, give these five tasty “No Reservations” A fast-paced and competitive bistro kitchen gets an
treats a shot. emotional makeover when head chef Kate (Catherine Zeta-Jones), facing
some life challenges, gets a new sous chef (Aaron Eckhard) with a mind,
“The 100-Foot Journey” A cold war over hot food erupts when an Indian talent and style all his own. It’s a rom com set in a kitchen, and while it’s
family sets up shop across the road — the titular 100 feet — from a hot and spicy, it’s pretty light and easily digestible. Also stars Abigail
prestigious French bistro. The French chef, Madame Mallory (Helen Breslin and Zoe Kravitz in a supporting role.
Mirren), offers sabotage at every turn, while her protege, sous chef
Marguerite (Charlotte Le Bon), slowly falls in love with Hassan (Manish “Soul Food” Sunday dinner and Momma are what keep a family together.
Dayal), the gifted chef of the new Maison Mumbai. Over time, Madame Although this one is a family
Mallory recognizes Hassan’s talent. As racial tensions between the two drama — sisters and spou-
groups are addressed, a single savory omelette opens the door to harmony ses, secrets, and friendships,
and happiness for all. hopes and dreams — it heavi-
ly features the act of coming
together for food as a balm for
what ails a heart. Mother Joe
suffers a tragic stroke and
perishes after languishing in
a coma, her dying wish
placed in the hands of 11-
year-old Ahmad (Brandon
Hammond). While the lives of
sisters Teri, Maxine and Bird
(Vanessa Williams, Vivica A.
Fox and Nia Long) play out,
Ahmad conspires to bring the
“Ratatouille” In this adorable Pixar animated film, Remy (voiced by Patton family together for Sunday
Oswalt), a foodie rat with a precocious palate, joins forces with Alfredo dinner again.
Linguini, a sympathetic kid whose father just happened to be the late
renowned chef Auguste Gusteau — a believer that “Anyone can cook.” (c) 2020 King Features Synd., Inc.
Linguini goes to work in Gusteau’s Parisian restaurant as a dishwasher,
but when Remy figures out how to surreptitiously control Linguini’s
movements, the pair’s creations as a cook create quite a stir, to the dismay
M
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oney Matters
Review the usage on your current
bill to find out how many minutes
Ease Budget and texts, and how much data, you

Burdens by
actually use each month. You may
be paying for far more than you
Switching actually use, and could save by

Cellphone Carriers
- Here’s How
(BPT) - Access to cellular service
during the COVID-19 pandemic has
become more essential than ever,
whether for staying connected to
family and friends as you remain
socially distant, getting the latest
news, or reaching medical pro-
viders.
But with the economic impact of
the crisis, millions have also been
looking for ways to save on this
valuable necessity. Are you ready to
switch? If your wireless bill has
simply gotten to be too much, ask
yourself these questions to help find
the best fit, and the best deal, for
you.
Are you free to go? While wireless
contracts in the U.S. have pretty
much become a thing of the past,
you still have to make sure you’re
free and clear of any financial
obligations to your carrier before
you can move on. Make sure you’ve
paid off your phone in full. You’ll
need to pay what you owe before
you can cancel your service.
How much do you really need?
Steps to Take Now for Revising
switching to a smaller plan.
It’s also a good idea to find out if
a new carrier offers a grace period,
just in case things don’t work out.
Many provide a 14- to 30-day trial,
so if it turns out the service doesn’t
meet your needs, you can cancel
without penalties.
Need a new phone? Oftentimes,
you can switch carriers while keep-
ing your current phone. Your new
provider simply issues you a SIM
card - a small network ID card -
which you place in your phone to
access the wireless network. You’ll
need to verify that your phone is
compatible with the new service -
there can be some nuance to this -
but if it is, it makes switching even
more affordable, plus you keep a
phone you’re already comfortable
with.
If you do want a new phone, be
sure to factor it into your budget.
Cellphones - especially smart-
phones - come with a wide range of
options, and costs range from un-
der $100 for a basic model to
around $1,000 for top-of-the-line
“flagship” smartphones like the
latest Samsung Galaxy or iPhone
releases.
Bringing the family? Are you on their service? What about added
looking for yourself or for a group? fees if you need to change your
A shared or family plan, which plan? And don’t overlook customer
splits a monthly allotment of data service: if you have questions about
among multiple phone lines, usual- your bill, or need to troubleshoot an
ly winds up being cheaper per issue with your phone or service, do
month than going solo. Carriers can they have a reputation for providing
vary widely on how much they good support? The little things can
charge for adding extra lines to your add up to a terrific value. For ex-
account, so be sure to compare to ample, Consumer Cellular has been
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How’s the coverage? The fanciest times in a row by J.D. Power, and
phone on the market won’t get you also offers free activation in addition
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friends, colleagues and neighbors shortage of competition for your
how good their reception and signal cellphone dollars even during these
strength are where you work and uncertain times. By finding the
live - and who their carrier is. right answer to these questions,
What about extras? Consider you’re sure to find a carrier that fits
value-added extras a carrier may your needs, and at a price that’s
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Your Budget for Covid-19

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Activities to Help Beat the Quarantine Blues

BY AMANDA MOSES

The COVID-19 pandemic has put a huge pause on life in New York City for over six
months. Our daily routines and social activities have been halted, and we were
catapulted into a “new normal,” including social distancing from family and friends
while also working remotely.
Many have lost their jobs, with an unemployment rate hitting 20.4% (about
1,472,600 people in June), according to the New York Department of Labor. The
constant fear for safety and the inability to socialize like before has been hovering over
many. Although Governor Andrew Cuomo implemented various phases to help us
regain a semblance of normalcy, our individual emotional states are a lot harder to
repair. Experts have found that the pandemic has exacerbated mental illness issues
and developed cases of uneasiness and depression across the United States.
The Census Bureau and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
partnered to distribute a survey and uncovered a significant increase in major
depressive disorder and generalized anxiety disorder symptoms (many of which have
doubled from that past few years). In July, about 41% of individuals in New York
reported symptoms of Anxiety Disorder and 36% with depression (the highest afflicted
group are ages 18 to 29).
Self-isolation has been the biggest contributor to these feelings. One of the most
common symptoms of anxiety and depression are negative
thoughts that keep circling in your mind, and while therapy is the
best solution for this, some doctors also recommend activities
and self care methods to mitigate obsessive thoughts, according
to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America.
In order to help beat the quarantine blues, there are a
plethora of activities you can participate in alone, with your
family, or even virtually with friends.
Teencentral@springcreektowers.com
These activities are only suggestions to keep yourself enter-
tained to beat the quarantine blues. However, you should still
contact a health professional immediately if you are feeling
depressed or anxious. These feelings are not somethin that a
person can deal with on their own. Contact 1-888-NYC-WELL
(1-888-692-9355.) NYC Well is New York City’s free,
confidential support, crisis intervention, and information and
referral service for anyone seeking help for mental health
and/or substance misuse concerns. They are open 24 hours
a day 7 days a week.
Screenshots by: Amanda Moses
During spring remote learning, the Spring Creek After
School Program developed fun art projects for their
students, such as creating a koala bear from paper plates,
googly eyes, and other household items.

Exercise
Mindfulness and finding inner peace may seem too spiritual for
some, but keeping your body active while in quarantine is good for
your circulatory system, heart, and overall mental well-being. The
Brooklyn Sports Club (BSC) and Spring Creek Senior Partners (SCSP) are
offering free lessons that allow you to interact with others remotely.
The BSC Virtual Gym (on Facebook) includes Yoga and Meditation
Instructor, Kevin Campbell, who shares Facebook Live videos on how to
perform various yoga positions and meditation methods. If yoga is not your
thing, there are other activities to keep your body moving and your mind focused:
aerobics, dancercise, Zumba, and more.
On Wednesdays, SCSP offers virtual workshops for seniors to participate in from
their electronic devices: Age Perfect with Pilates (10 am to 11 am), Stronger Longer
(11am to 12pm), and on Fridays Health & Nutrition (3pm to 4pm). For more
information about these workshops call 718-348- 7620.
Art
The adage, beauty is in the eye of the beholder can be perceived for art as well. You
don’t have to be an expert to paint or draw, just let your mind take away all of your
worries and put them on paper. You can throw in poetry or even random thoughts into
your art. But the most important part is to express yourself. The biggest problem with
anxiety is that all of your fears are bundled inside waiting to unravel. This is when it
would be helpful to speak with a health professional about your thoughts.
Additionally, art can be a therapeutic process, producing a tangible end result.
The Spring Creek After School Program kept their students actively engaged during
the springtime remote learning by implementing various fun projects, such as using Keep your mind occupied by playing virtual games with
household items (paper plates, paper, and buttons) to create koala pictures, vinyl your friends! There are free mobile and computer
records, and Walkman replicas. They also had their students combine art and literacy applications like Boggle, Words with Friends, and so
by having them develop comic books. much more. You can even host an at home scavenger
Prior to the pandemic, JASA would often host a program called “Color Your Stress hunt with friends over video calling platforms.
Away” where seniors print out pictures and color them. This activity was highly
successful because it allowed the seniors to concentrate on a specific project while also
allowing them to embrace their creativity. Many of them would send off their creations
to families as tokens of their affection.
Gardening
Indoor gardening is a very relaxing experience, and it doesn’t have to burn a hole in
your pocket. Spring Creek Towers’ Garden Educator, Jacqui Roytman spent the spring
teaching a remote class entitled, Science is Real, where children and their parents
conducted science experiments and developed an indoor garden using household
items. The Brooklyn
You don’t have to always go out and purchase seeds and pots to plant. You can Sports Club has
simply use vegetable scraps, such as the seeds from a lemon or an avocado pit. For been hosting a
example, you can insert toothpicks inside of an avocado pit, place the bottom half into virtual gym via
a jar filed with water and wait for it to grow roots. The same can be done for a carrot their Facebook
stem, pineapple, and even lettuce. You can use a shoebox or a jar and fill it with soil, page, featuring
you can even make a planter pot from rolled up newspaper. healthy tips and
Games exercise
Playing video games are not just activities for children. It is something anyone with techniques such
a computer, tablet, or gaming system (PlayStation, Xbox, or Nintendo products) can as peaceful
enjoy. Spring Creek Teen Central provides an outlet for teens to play critical thinking meditation and
games, such as chess, Jeopardy, and word trivia’s that keep their minds sharp. The yoga.
most important aspect of playing games is to keep busy, and in turn you can play
online with friends. There are several free applications, such as Google Hangouts,
Boggle, Wheel of Fortune, and Words with Friends that can be played with others
virtually. This allows you to engage socially and keep yourself entertained.
Teen Central also offers members ages 12 to 17 the opportunity to create podcasts,
Daily Debates, 360 Tours virtual tours, join the Anime Club, Girls Who Code, and so
many other virtual activities. For more information contact:
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While the students in the Spring Creek After School Program

were learning remotely, they were able to share photos and
videos of their artwork through the Zoom video/audio platform.
A fun project to do at home with your family is creating vinyl
record replicas and sharing pictures with your friends over
platforms like Facebook Live, Skype, Google Hangouts and
Zoom.

Let your imagination run wild by developing a comic book story!

Indoor gardening is an excellent activity to keep your mind at ease.

You don’t even need a planter pot. Just take a newspaper,

roll it around a glass cup to make a mold and then pull out
the cup. All you have to do then is place soil and some
seeds to start growing your plant.

Instead of purchasing seeds, you can use vegetable

scraps like an avocado pit or carrot stalk. Place
The BSC Virtual Gym showcases various forms of exercise, some live from the
them halfway into a jar filled with water and wait for
gym!
them to grow roots before placing in soil.

Spring Creek Teen Central’s remote anime club allows fans of the
Painting and drawing are excellent ways to express your Japanese cartoons to share their favorite stories and draw while on
creativity and unleash your emotions onto paper. Zoom.
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BY AMANDA MOSES
Garden Educator, Jacqui Roytman has brought
beauty and color back into the Spring Creek
Recreational Fund’s (SCRF) Urban Garden Classroom Garden Educator,
(UGC). After removing harmful weeds and reviving the Jacqui Roytman
soil in each of the garden beds, Roytman planted planted zinnias
various flowers and herb seeds to help attract and an assortment
pollinators (bees and butterflies). These insects are of flowers to help
pivotal in spreading nectar and pollen sources from attract pollinators
plants and trees. to the garden.
The UGC is a certified pollinator habitat, and each
of the four corners of the garden are dedicated to
attracting these insects. Aside from the bumblebee,
one of the most well-known pollinator breeds is the
Monarch butterfly (named as such because they are
considered the king of butterflies since they are
deemed the most beautiful). Monarch butterflies are orange
and black with white markings along their wings. Despite their
beauty, their numbers have decreased due to a loss of habitat Bumblebees are pollinators
caused by climate change, the removal of native flora, and that spread nectar and pollen
pesticides, according to the US Fish and Wildlife Service. from one plant to another.

The seeds Roytman has sown include sunflowers, milk-

weed, Nasturtium (edible flowers), English lavender, zinnias,
sage, mint, and oregano. These flowers and herbs are natural
habitats for pollinators to flourish in. Roytman is spending the
rest of the summer reintroducing natural flowers, perennials
and other plants to the environment, allowing pollinators to
play their crucial role in helping plant reproduction (which
provides food sources for both people and plants) and it helps
maintain the community’s ecosystem.
Photos by Amanda Moses

mood boosts. Even indoor plants

Dear EarthTalk: Is it true that
being around a waterfall makes
you feel good?
– S.B., Lewiston, ME
The notion of waterfalls making
you happy is often viewed as an
“old wives’ tale,” but there may be
some truth to it given the so-called
“negative ions” pervasive in such
environments. The collision of
water molecules with each other
causes water to be positively
charged and surrounding air to be
negatively charged. According to
Pierce Howard, Ph.D., author of The
Owner's Manual for the Brain:
Everyday Applications from Mind-
Brain Research, it makes sense
that waterfalls can make you feel
good, given that negative ions
hitting our bloodstream can pro-
duce biochemical reactions linked
to alleviating depression, relieving
stress and boosting energy.
“High concentrations of negative
ions are essential for high energy
and positive mood,” he reports.
“Negative ions suppress serotonin
levels in much the same way that
natural sunlight suppresses mela-
tonin. Hence the invigorating effect
of fresh air and sunshine and the
correspondingly depressed feelings
associated with being closed in and
dark.”
“The atmosphere we breathe nor-
mally is full of positive and negative
ions,” he adds. “Air-conditioning,
lack of ventilation, and long dry
spells remove negative ions...the
best ratios of negative to positive
ions are associated with waterfalls
and the time before, during and af-
ter storms,” says Howard. “The
worst are found in windowless
rooms and closed, moving vehi-
cles.”
Our love of waterfalls only under-
scores that people thrive when they
are exposed to nature on a regular
basis. A 2013 study in the journal
Environmental Science & Tech-
nology definitively linked exposure
to nature directly with improved
mental health, comparing the
mental health of those who moved
from city landscapes to greener,
more natural settings with those
who relocated in the reverse direc-
tion. Researchers found that those
who relocated to settings with a
higher exposure to nature were
noticeably happier during the
three-year study period. “[E]nviron-
mental policies to increase urban
green space may have sustainable
public health benefits," they con-
cluded.
In another recent study, re-
searchers sampled the effects of
nature on 537 University of Ro-
chester students in both real and
imagined situations, and found
that individuals who spent time
outdoors—or even just imagined
themselves in nature—consistently
experienced higher energy levels
and increased feelings of happi-
ness. Study participants who spent
just 20 minutes outdoors a day
experienced significant increases in
energy levels as well as noticeable
played a role in helping study par-
ticipants feel more energized.
Another way to look at it would
be to consider our sedentary, in-
door lifestyle as a drain on our
energy reserves and taxing to our
mood and general sense of well-
being. In the landmark 2005 book
Last Child in the Woods, Richard
Louv coined the term “nature deficit
disorder” to explain how our lack of
time outdoors has led to behavioral
problems in kids and adults alike.
Louv’s prescription? Spend more
time outdoors (away from screens)
interacting with nature and each
other.
In case you needed another
reason to get off the couch and out
into the woods on a waterfall hike,
now you have it. You’ll be sharper.
You’ll be more productive. You’ll be
invigorated. And you’ll be happier.
CONTACTS: The Owner's Manual
for the Brain, amzn.to/3gAlLTm;
Last Child in the Woods,
amzn.to/3kcRb4b; “Green spaces
deliver lasting mental health
benefits,”
medicalxpress.com/news/2014-
01-green-spaces-mental-health-
benefits.html.
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.
August 21, 2020 SPRING CREEK SUN
Virtual Summer Fun
By Pamela Stern
The Digital Washington Square Park Folk Festival: Organizers are
happy to announce the upcoming Digital Washington Square Park Folk
Festival. Due to Covid-19, the annual folk festival will be held online this
year; featuring Blues, Folk and Original Songs, Flamenco, Cumbia and
more! The free online presentation is set for Sunday August 30th, 2pm –
5pm. The broadcast will be available and free to all via: www.facebook
.com/jalopytheatre Visit: www.WSPFolkFest.com
A Virtual Affair: Brooklyn Antiquarian Book Fair: Marvin Getman of
Getman’s Virtual Book & Paper Fairs has taken his popular rare book fairs
all online since the pandemic hit the United States. More than 200 vendors
are expected to participate in the popular Brooklyn Antiquarian Book Fair
which will take place online  September 11 – 13 from noon on the
11th to 6pm on the 13th
Visit: www.brooklynbookfair.com
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Apollo Theatre: In honor of the anniversary of the March on Washington,
and the historical significance of August 28th and the monumental events
surrounding this date in history, we revisit this year’s MLK Uptown
Hall, The Strategic King: MLK’s Visionary Leadership. Moderated by WNYC’s
Jami Floyd  (All Things Considered), and Alison Stewart  (All of It), this
convening of artists and activists, journalists, and changemakers deeply
engages with Dr. King’s legacy and how his actions and teachings speak to
and inform the social justice matters of our own time. This will be shown
on Thursday, August 27th at 6pm
Visit: www.apollotheater.org/digitalstage
Making Space: Pioneering Women in Aerospace: This will be shown on
Tuesday, August 25, 2020 from 8:00 PM – 9:30PM
The year 2020 marks the 100th anniversary of the 19th amendment’s
ratification. To acknowledge this important anniversary, physicist Emily
Martin from the Smithsonian Air and Space Museum and A. N. Devers, a
writer and rare book dealer specializing in women authors, will explore the
history of women in aviation and also discuss their own groundbreaking
careers.
Visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/making-space-pioneering-women-in-
aerospace
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Dignity of Children SYEP Programs Needs Volunteers
Dignity of Children is asking for
your assistance in spreading the
word about the SYEP (Summer
Youth Employment Program) Sum-
mer Bridge final events. Dignity of
Children’s Ideas Empowered by
Youth, a series of four project-
based learning modules, will be
offered as part of New York City’s
SYEP. They are looking for
professionals in a variety of fields to
serve as speakers, panelists, and
judges for young people taking
these programs.
Two nonprofit partners, MMCC
and Riseboro, are facilitating the
programs, which are taking place
entirely online. Together, the
organizations have enrolled more
than 1,100 young people ages 14-
21 to take one of four modules of
their choice—Climate Change and
Sustainability, Entrepreneurship,
Financial Wellness, and Health and
Wellness.
The time commitment for this
volunteer opportunity ranges from
2 to 5 hours, depending on how
much you would like to be involved.
Details about the four modules and
the volunteer roles we seek to fill
are as follows:
Module 1: Climate Change and
Sustainability
In this module, youth will learn
about climate change, pollution,
Tech
Talk
Combatting
Cybersecurity Threats
of the COVID-19 Era
(StatePoint) New data reveals that
in uncertain times, consumers and
businesses need even greater
vigilance when it comes to their cy-
bersecurity.
The mid-year update to the 2020
SonicWall Cyber Threat Report
highlights an opportunistic use of
the COVID-19 pandemic by cyber-
criminals.
“Cybercriminals can be resource-
ful, often setting traps to take
advantage of people’s kindness and
panic in uncertain times, as well as
their trust in everyday systems,”
says Bill Conner, Sonic Wall presi-
dent and CEO. “With everyone more
remote and mobile than ever before,
the cybercriminal industry is very
aware that busi-nesses are highly
exposed.”
Shifting Threats
During the first half of 2020,
global malware attacks fell from 4.8
billion to 3.2 billion over 2019’s
mid-year total, a continuation of a
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the plastic trash crisis, the
shortage of fresh water, and
global health threats. They
will explore how these threats
impact their community and
how their choices affect the
environment. Together, they
will create a proposal to
address climate change in
their community and present
it to a panel of community
leaders.
Date and Times: Tuesday,
August 25, 3:00 – 4:30pm (for
younger youth), 5:00 – 8:00pm (for
older youth). Volunteers can
participate at one or both times.
Module 2: Entrepreneurship
Youth will learn about entre-
preneurship, business, the econo-
my, financial reports, and more.
They will explore their leadership
style and career interests. Youth
will create a plan and prototype for
a business that addresses a
problem in their community.
Teams will present their ideas to a
panel of judges in a “Shark Tank”
format.
Date and Times: Thursday,
August 27, 3:00-4:30pm (for
younger youth), 5:00 – 8:00pm (for
older youth). Volunteers can
participate at one or both times.
downward trend. However, less
malware doesn’t necessarily mean a
safer world; ransomware has seen a
corresponding jump over the same
time period and continues to be the
preferred tool for cybercriminals.
Increasing a staggering 20% global-
ly in the first half of 2020, Sonic
Wall logged 79.9 million ransom-
ware attacks (+109%) in the U.S., a
trend that continues to ebb and
flow based on the behaviors of agile
cybercriminal networks.
COVID-19 Email Scams
The global pandemic plus social-
engineered cyberattacks has proven
to be an effective mix for cyber-
criminals utilizing phishing and
other email scams. Dating as far
back as Feb. 4, SonicWall research-
ers detected a flurry of increased
attacks, scams and exploits speci-
fically based around COVID-19.
This contrasts with phishing as a
whole, which was down slightly by
the time pandemic phishing at-
Module 3: Financial Wellness
This module teaches young people
about the value of money, how the
financial system works, and how to
manage money. They will explore
their personal values, career in-
terests, and habits for success. In
addition, they will create a com-
munity benefit project and docu-
ment it by video.
Dates and Times: Presentations
will take place on the following
dates:
• Monday, August 24th, 10:30am-
12pm and 2:30pm-4pm
• Tuesday, August 25th, 10:30am-
12pm and 2:30pm-4pm
• Wednesday, August 26th,
10:30pm-12pm and 2:30pm-4pm
Module 4: Health and Wellness
tempts began picking up steam.
Office Lures a Staple
Microsoft Office is a necessity for
millions working remotely. Cyber-
criminals were quick to leverage
this shift. Leveraging SonicWall
Capture Advanced Threat Protec-
tion with patent-pending Real-Time
Deep Memory Inspection tech-
nology, SonicWall discovered that
22% of Microsoft Office files and
11% of PDF files made up about
one-third of all newly identified
malware in 2020. The technology
identified a record 120,910 ‘never-
before-seen’ malware variants dur-
ing that time — a 63% increase over
the first six months of 2019.
“Cybercriminals are too sophis-
ticated to use known malware vari-
ants, so they’re re-imagining mal-
ware to defeat security controls,
and it’s working,” said Conner.
Non-Standard Ports
By sending malware across non-
August 21, 2020
Youth will explore physical,
mental, and social health—per-
sonally, and within their com-
munities. They will set and
achieve personal goals and ex-
plore career interests. They will
create a project that addresses a
health issue in their community,
document it by video, and
present it to a panel of experts.
Date and Times: Wednesday,
August 26, 3:00 – 4:30pm (for
younger youth), 5:00 – 8:00pm
(for older youth). Volunteers can
participate at one or both times.
If you are interested in volunteering
for any of these modules, please
visit dignityofchildren.com or email:
sonia.toledo@dignityofchildren.com
ReUse,
Reduce
and
ReCycle
standard ports, assailants can
bypass traditional firewall tech-
nologies, ensuring increased suc-
cess for payloads. A ‘non-standard’
port is leveraged by services
running on a port other than its
default assignment. An average of
23% of attacks took place over non-
standard ports — the highest mark
since SonicWall began tracking the
vector in 2018.
IoT Serves Threats
Remote workforces can introduce
many new risks, including Internet
of Things (IoT) devices like refrig-
erators, baby cameras and door-
bells. A 50% increase in IoT mal-
ware attacks mirrors the number of
additional devices connected on-
line, as individuals and enterprise
alike function from home. Un-
checked IoT devices can provide
cybercriminals an open door into
what may otherwise be a well-
secured organization.
As organizations mobilize for their
new business normal, they can
adapt to new threats in real-time by
leveraging the services of security
experts such as SonicWall. For
more information, visit sonic-
wall.com.
“This new business normal is no
longer new,” says Conner. “As
everything goes more remote, mo-
bile and unsecure, organizations
must move away from makeshift or
traditional security strategies.”
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Niyaz_Tavkaev / iStock via Getty
Images Plus
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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

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Andrews United Methodist Church
Rev. Avilo de Leon,
91 Richmond Street, Brooklyn
(718) 235-4621
Bethelite Institutional Baptist Church,
Inc.
Rev. Dr. Robert Linden, Pastor
447 Elton Street, Brooklyn, N.Y. 11208
718-827-0700
Bethlehem Baptist Church
Rev. Larry Camp Pastor
1962 Linden Boulevard, Brooklyn, NY
11207
(718) 257-8300
Canarsie Community Reformed
Church Since 1876
1155 East 93rd Street, Brooklyn, NY
11239
718-649-3759
Changing Lives Christian Center
Pastor & Founder Paul B. Mitchell
1848 Linden Boulevard, Brooklyn, NY
11207
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
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Holy Trinity Russian Orthodox Church
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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
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671 Louisiana Avenue Brooklyn, NY
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Speaking of Health
Removing
Gallbladder Didn’t
End Gallstones
BY KEITH ROACH, M.D
. on one of the ERCPs (a special
My husband had his gallbladder
removed many years ago. In the
past few years, he has had six
ERCPs to remove gallstones from
his bile duct, as he is still making
them. He has been told to drink
lots of water but that there is no
preventive remedy. Do you have
any suggestions for how to
prevent these gallstones from
forming?
Dr. Roach says: Ordinarily, remov-
ing the gallbladder stops new gall-
stones from forming. Having a
gallstone left after surgery is not
uncommon, but it is very uncom-
mon for people to make multiple
Foot Care Tips for Those With Diabetes
(StatePoint) For those with dia-
betes, a seemingly insignificant
foot problem can produce dan-
gerous consequences. Experts say
that managing this risk is an
important part of diabetes care.
“Living with diabetes increases
the risk of developing a wide range
of foot problems, often because of
two complications of the disease:
nerve damage and poor circula-
tion,” says Dr. Brett Sachs, DPM,
FACFAS, a Denver foot and ankle
surgeon and Fellow Member of the
American College of Foot and
Ankle Surgeons (ACFAS). “How-
ever, you can play a vital role in
prevention.”
To avoid serious foot problems
that could result in losing a toe,
foot or leg, follow these guidelines
from ACFAS foot and ankle sur-
geons:
• Inspect feet daily. Diabetes may
cause nerve damage, which takes
away the feeling in your feet, so a
daily visual inspection is impor-
tant. Check for cuts, blisters, red-
ness, swelling or nail problems.
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new stones years after surgery.
One possibility is a diverticulum
of the common bile duct. The com-
mon bile duct drains bile from the
liver and gallbladder into the small
intestine; it drains pancreatic fluid,
too. A diverticulum is a blind pouch.
It’s possible for a stone to form
there, so you should find out if he
has one. They should have seen it
endoscopy that looks at the bile and
pancreatic ducts). If present, a
diverticulum can be removed
surgically.
I asked my colleague at Weill Cor-
nell, Dr. Arun Jesudian, for his
expertise, and he said he has seen
multiple stones in the liver due to
parasitic infections, often in Asian
patients. That may require surgical
treatment. He also discussed doing
a sphincterotomy, which is a pro-
cedure to open the end of the
common bile duct, to let stones pass
through easily. Your husband may
benefit from expanding it. Finally,
there is a medication to reduce gall-
Use a magnifying hand mirror to
look at the bottom of your feet.
Call your foot and ankle surgeon if
you notice any issues.
• Bathe feet gently. Wash your
feet daily with a soft washcloth or
sponge using only lukewarm
water. Dry by blotting carefully.
• Moisturize. Use a moisturizer
daily to keep dry skin from itching
or cracking. But don’t moisturize
between the toes — that could
encourage a fungal infection.
• Cut nails carefully. Cut nails
straight across and file the edges.
Don’t cut too short, as this could
lead to ingrown toenails
• Never treat corns or calluses
yourself. Don’t perform “bathroom
surgery” or use medicated pads.
Visit your doctor for appropriate
treatment.
• Wear proper socks. Always wear
clean, dry socks. You may want to
consider those made specifically
for patients living with diabetes,
which have extra cushioning, no
elastic tops, are higher than the
ankle and are made from mois-
stones, ursodiol (Actigall), which
Dr. Jesudian feels had no real
down-sides and might well help.
***
I’m a female, 53, who suffers
from and is being treated for IBS.
I have a history of colon cancer
in my family. My family members
and I go through regular screen-
ings and so far, we’ve been clean.
Once in a while, I wake up feeling
a sharp, stabbing pain in my
rectal area that lasts no more
than 20-30 minutes before going
away. These pains occur no more
than once a month, sometimes
every few months, but the pain
often happens while I’m asleep
and wakes me up. Luckily, there
have been no bloody or black
stools or urine following this,
much to my relief. I’ve talked to
my gastroenterologist about it,
and he’s as clueless as I am. I do
exercise and watch what I eat.
Could it be gas? At least the pain
is short-lived, so it doesn’t
interfere with my daily activities
or routine.
ture-wicking fibers.
• Shake out your shoes. Remem-
ber, your feet may not be able to
feel a pebble or other foreign
objects, so always inspect shoes
before wearing them to help pre-
vent blisters and sores that could
lead to an infection or non-healing
wound.
• Keep feet dry. Change your
socks if they get wet. You may also
consider using an antiperspirant
on the soles of your feet.
• Never walk barefoot. It can be
tempting to go barefoot in warmer
weather. Never do so, not even at
home. Always wear shoes or slip-
pers to avoid getting scratched, cut
or even burned from hot surfaces.
• Be active. Staying active is
important. Just be extra careful,
particularly if you play sports, to
monitor your feet for related
injuries.
• Treat your diabetes. Keep your
blood sugar levels under control.
Untreated diabetes can result in
other conditions affecting the feet,
including diabetic peripheral neu-
August 21, 2020
Dr. Roach says: Irritable bowel
syndrome is a common problem,
found more frequently in women,
that ranges from annoying to life-
changing. Although it does not
predispose to cancer or reduce life
expectancy, IBS can have dramatic
effects on a person’s social and
work lives.
The hallmarks of IBS are bowel
changes (diarrhea, constipation or
sometimes both, alternating) and
abdominal discomfort. The discom-
fort is usually described as cramp-
ing, but it is not unheard of to be
described as sharp or stabbing. I
believe a colonoscopy is appropriate
to be sure IBS is not actually a
different problem, such as inflam-
matory bowel disease. Black or
bloody stools would be concerning
for IBD not IBS.
Your symptoms are not typical
for colon cancer, which often has
no symptoms until it is quite ad-
vanced, making regular screening
is so important.
(c) 2020 North America Synd., Inc.;
All Rights Reserved
ropathy and Charcot foot, a condi-
tion in which the bones of the foot
are weakened enough to fracture.
• Don’t smoke. Smoking restricts
blood flow in your feet.
• Get periodic foot exams. Your
foot and ankle surgeon works with
your other healthcare providers to
prevent and treat complications
from diabetes. See your foot and
ankle surgeon regularly, or as
soon as you notice any problems,
to help prevent the foot compli-
cations of diabetes.
For more resources and tips
regarding foot and ankle health
and conditions, visit the ACFAS
patient education website, Foot
HealthFacts.org.
“When it comes to diabetes care,
don’t neglect your feet. Proper pre-
ventive care with the help of a foot
and ankle surgeon can help keep
your whole body healthy,” says Dr.
Sachs.
PHOTO SOURCE: (c) AndreyPopov
/ iStock via Getty Images Plus
August 21, 2020
Speaking of Health
65th Birthday Brings Key Decisions
Regarding Health Care
(StatePoint) Your 65th birthday is
an important milestone. That’s
when you become eligible for the
federal Medicare health insurance
program.
Medicare is a popular, affordable
health insurance program for
Americans 65 and older, and those
under 65 with certain disabilities,
providing hospital coverage (Part A)
and physician visits (Part B) to
those who qualify. But it can be
complicated. To decide what cover-
age is best for you, take inventory of
your current and future health,
work and economic standing, in-
cluding your personal preferences
and goals.
Here are a few tips to consider
from Cigna, which serves hundreds
of thousands of Medicare custo-
mers nationwide.
1. Timing is important! Medicare
has a seven-month window around
your 65th birthday called the Initial
Enrollment Period. It begins three
months before your 65th birthday
and extends three months past
your birthday month. Enrolling
outside this window could result in
higher premiums on Medicare Part
B for the rest of your life.
If you’re still working, your path
forward depends on the size of your
company. If you work for a com-
pany with fewer than 20 employees,
generally, you must sign up for
Medicare at 65. If you work for a
larger company, you can keep your
company’s plan and enroll in
Medicare without penalty later –
usually when you retire – or enroll
in Medicare immediately. However,
by switching, your spouse could
lose coverage if they’re currently on
your company’s insurance.
If you’re not working and you’ve
already filed for Social Security, the
process is much easier. You’ll auto-
matically be enrolled in Medicare
Parts A and B when you turn 65.
Sometimes called Original Medi-
care, this doesn’t include prescrip-
tion drug coverage.
2. Original Medicare doesn’t
cover everything. Original Medi-
care covers hospital and physician
expenses, but there are cost-shar-
ing requirements and limits on
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what’s covered. Consider how you’ll
cover things like dental, vision,
hearing and pharmacy. You can
buy supplemental plans, or you can
buy a Medicare Advantage plan
(also known as Part C), which
covers everything that Medicare
does and provides additional bene-
fits, including, in many cases,
prescription drugs (also known as
Part D).
3. You have many options. With
Original Medicare, Medicare Advan-
tage, Medicare Supplement (also
known as Medigap), and Prescrip-
tion Drug Plans, there are many - to
make. Understanding your budget,
health needs, doctor preferences
and lifestyle will be important in
making the best choice for you.
4. Get help. For more information,
call Medicare at 1-800-MEDICARE
You good?
(1-800-633-4227), 24 hours a day,
7 days a week. TTY users can call 1-
877-486-2048. Or visit the Medi-
care Plan Finder website at Medi-
care.gov/plan-compare. Find local
assistance through the State Health
Insurance Assistance Program
(SHIP) at www.shiptacenter.org.
You can also contact individual
Medicare plans. For instance, you
can learn more about Cigna plans
at www.cigna.com/medicare. Con-
sult your benefits administrator at
work and talk with friends and
family members who’ve been
through the process.
5. Use it. Know your available
benefits. Find out about wellness
checks and preventive screenings
needed for your age and health
status, and get them. Take advan-
tage of Medicare Advantage extras,
like gym memberships, to actively
engage in your health and well-
being.
As you turn 65, it’s important to
do your homework regarding health
insurance. However, if you find out
that the plan is not the right fit, all
is not lost. You can make changes
during Medicare’s Annual Election Reach out to a friend about
Period, which occurs every year
from October 15 to December 7. their mental health.
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Find more ways to help at SeizeTheAwkward.org
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The Kitchen 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes

1. Place the steaks in a shallow

baking dish. Using a medium-sized
bowl, stir together the oil, soy
sauce, vinegar, lemon juice, Wor-
cestershire sauce, pepper, mustard,
onion powder, garlic powder,

Flat Out
paprika and red pepper flakes until
well-combined.
2. Pour all but about a 1/4 cup of

Fabulous Grilled
the marinade over the steaks.
Reserve the marinade in the bowl

Steaks
BY ANGELA SHELF MEDEARIS
Steaks are one of the most popu-
lar types of grilled meats. Chuck
steaks are a tasty alternative to
more expensive steaks. While not as
tender as other steaks, chuck
steaks are favorably enhanced by
marinating them before grilling.
Whether cooked in a skillet, broiled
or grilled, chuck steaks are best
when cooked for a few minutes per
side, allowed to rest for 5 minutes,
and served medium rare. Longer
cooking times will make the meat
tough.
The two best types of chuck
steaks to use for quick recipes are
the chuck-eye steak and the
shoulder top blade, also known as
the flat iron steak. The chuck-eye
steak is located next to the rib-eye
steak. The rib-eye steak comes from
the rib area of a cow, located just
behind the shoulder or chuck
section. The chuck eye steak is
comparable in flavor to the rib eye
but much less expensive. Chuck
eye steaks are best when braised
but are also good grilled or broiled.
Chuck shoulder top blade, or flat
iron steaks, are perfect for the grill.
The fat that marbles it keeps it
moist and infuses the steak with
flavor. The flat iron steak was
created by a development team at
the University of Nebraska to make
use of a formerly wasted cut of beef
called the top blade roast. The top
blade roast is taken from the
shoulder of the cow and contains
tough connective tissue and
muscle. By cutting the roast into a
thin, uniform, rectangular-shaped
steak, the tough tissue was
removed. The shape of the steak
looks like the bottom of an iron,
hence the name, flat iron.
This recipe for Garlic Steak
Marinade also makes a delicious
salad dressing! Make a double
batch, place it in an airtight
container and refrigerate it for up to
a month. Shake the container to
combine the ingredients before
using.
GRILLED FLAT IRON STEAKS
WITH GARLIC MARINADE
Don’t add salt when making this
marinade. Sprinkle the steaks with
a teaspoon of salt right before
placing them on the grill. If using
the marinade as a salad dressing,
sprinkle the salt on the salad greens
first then add the marinade. Makes
approximately 2 1/4 cups.
6 (1/2-pound each) flat iron or
chuck eye steaks
1 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/2 cup soy sauce
1/3 cup red wine vinegar
1/4 cup fresh squeezed lemon juice
3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon black pepper
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1/2 tablespoon paprika
for later use and set it aside. Turn
the steaks in the pan to coat on
both sides. Cover the dish with
plastic wrap. Let the steaks
marinate at room temperature for
10 minutes.
3. Heat the grill to medium-high
heat. Oil the grill grate with a paper-
towel dipped in vegetable oil to
clean the grill and keep the steaks
from sticking. Remove steaks from
dish. Aggressively sprinkle both
sides of the steak with salt to create
a flavorful crust.
4. Place steaks on the cooler part of
the grill, over medium heat. Cook
steaks for 4 to 5 minutes on each
side, brushing steaks often with the
reserved marinade.
5. After the steaks have cooked on
both sides, remove them from the
heat and cover with a piece of foil to
keep them warm. The steaks will
stay warm and continue to cook.
Allow the steaks to rest for 5
minutes before slicing to retain the
juices and keep it tender and moist.
Serve immediately.
Photo Credit: Depositphotos
(c) 2020 King Features Synd., Inc.,
and Angela Shelf Medearis

Recipes 2. In a skillet, warm the chopped chicken in 2 Tbsp EVOO with the
garlic; add the remaining 1/2 tsp lemon pepper. Remove chicken to a
serving dish and set aside to keep warm.

3. Wipe out the skillet and add enough vegetable oil to cover the
bottom. Heat oil on medium heat. Lightly fry the tortillas in the oil, one
at a time on each side for approximately 10 to 15 seconds and fold.
Healthy Chicken Tacos Remove and drain the tortilla. Place on a serving dish and keep in oven
on low heat until all tortillas are fried.
BY SENA WILSON 4. Fill each taco with chicken and avocado/tomato/red onion mixture.
Serve with salsa and grated cheese on the side.
Cook time: 20 Min Last Step: Don’t forget to share!
Prep time: 15 Min
Serves: 6 Tacos

Ingredients
4 c cooked chicken, chopped
1 c grape tomatoes, halved
2 large avocados, chopped
1/2 large red onion, chopped
6 low fat extra thin corn tortillas
4 Tbsp evoo (extra virgin olive oil), divided
2 tsp lemon pepper seasoning, divided
1 clove garlic, chopped or minced
salt, to taste
pure vegetable oil

Directions
1. Add together chopped avocados, tomatoes, and red onion in a salad
bowl. Add 1 1/2 tsp lemon pepper and salt (to taste). Carefully mix the
ingredients with 2 Tbsp EVOO and set aside.
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KOVELS ANTIQUES AND
COLLECTING
Guard Room Table
BY TERRY AND KIM KOVEL
Sometimes it is difficult to understand
antique furniture that has outlived its
usefulness, like a linen press or a Hoosier
cabinet. People younger than 50 years old
probably wouldn’t recognize a telephone stand,
an ice box or a milk chute. Even more
confusing is a round table that was called a
wine tasting table in the 1960s but was
probably never used when tasting wine. The
table has a round or oval top with a hinge
mechanism underneath that can be released Names of antiques
to tilt the top to a screen position. There are change as their original
circular depressions carved in the top to “keep use is forgotten. This
the wine bottle secure,” according to an old table used to be called a
dictionary. But the depressions are two or wine-tasting table, but
three times the size of a wine bottle’s base. today we know it was a
Now, the tilt-top table with depressions is small table used to serve
known to be a breakfast, supper, tea or dessert breakfast or tea. It is
table that held plates, cups, saucers and food worth about $1,500.
for a meal. People ate alone then, not at a
family breakfast table. The top was one to five feet in diameter. A 19th-
century George III-style table with recessed sections was auctioned recently
at New Orleans Auction Gallery. It was three feet in diameter and had nine
recessed circles. Listed as a tripod table (three-part leg) with a floriform top,
it was estimated at $1,200 to $1,800.
***
Q: I have a four-eyed drunken sailor bottle opener that I first saw about
1960. It was screwed to the wall of my grandparent’s garage. It’s made
of cast iron but there’s no paint left on it. It’s a face with a bald head,
four eyes, a handlebar mustache and an open mouth with protruding
teeth that are the bottle opener. I can’t find one exactly like it.
A: This novelty bottle opener has been made for years and newer ones are
easy to find. Some claim to be made in the original British molds from about
1900. Many copies have been made since then and they are still being
Dear Neighbors and friends,
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
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
SPRING CREEK SUN August 21, 2020
made. New ones sell for $15-$20. Old ones are about $25 with good paint.
It isn’t possible to estimate the value of your bottle opener since you said
it’s not like the common version, but it wouldn’t be worth much since the
paint is worn off.
***
TIP: Don’t put a decorative runner or vase on your wooden table if it is in
sunlight. Eventually the finish will fade around the ornaments and leave a
shadow of the items on the wood.
For more collecting news, tips and resources, visit www.Kovels.com
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ARIES (March 21
to April 19) A
relaxed mood
early in the week
could give way to
high-temperature
disputes. The Aries
Lamb should resist being pulled
FOR THE WEEK OF AUGUST 24, 2020 into heated quarrels that could
really singe your wool.
TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Satisfy that practical obligation first,
then you can feel free to indulge in your creative endeavors. Also,
check for hidden or overlooked areas where repairs might be long
overdue.
GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Home is still the Twins’
major focus this week. But outside matters begin to take on added
importance, especially those involving possible career moves. Stay
alert for signs of change.
CANCER (June 21 to July 22) A travel plan might need
to undergo some considerable adjustment because of
unexpected changes. Keep an open mind and let the facts guide
you on how you want to handle this.
LEO (July 23 to August 22) Playing cat and mouse
with a matter you don’t really want to tackle wastes time, energy
and, most important, an opportunity. Ask someone with experience
to help you get started.
VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) A shift in policy
might not please you, but before you put up a “no go” wall of
resistance, examine the circumstances. You might be
quite pleasantly surprised by what you find.
LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) Yesterday’s
critiques about your methods might have already evolved into
today’s praise for your achievements. Good for you. Now
go on and continue to build on your credibility.
SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) An occasional
temperamental flare-up might occur as you continue to help get
things back to normal. Stay with it. You should soon get
some idea of where to take things next.
SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) A negative
reaction to what you believe was a well-deserved request might
mean that you need to reconsider your position and make
changes accordingly.
CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) There’s always
room for someone new at the Sea Goat’s table. And the
someone new this week could bring a message you’ve been
waiting a long time to hear.
AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) A pile-on of
personal matters this week might seem too overwhelming to
deal with. But handling them on a one-by-one basis could have
you out from under it by the weekend.
PISCES (February 19 to March 20) A friend might need your
good advice regarding a matter. Be supportive. But unless you
can be absolutely sure you have all the facts, be careful about
any suggestions you might be asked to offer.
BORN THIS WEEK: Few things make you happier than bringing people
together and helping to forge new friendships.
(c) 2020 King Features Synd., Inc.
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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.”
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