SPRING CREEK SUN

Vol. 53, No. 4 Serving The Spring Creek Community Since 1974 February 23, 2024

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AGES 5-18
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$285 FOR ALL SCT RESIDENTS
$300 FOR NON-SCT RESIDENTS
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INVITES YOU TO OUR ANNUAL

S pring Creek Towers’ residents, do you have an

upcoming special birthday, anniversary, engage-

u n t e e r
Vol uncheon
ment, wedding, birth, special occasion or a death
announcement that you would like to let the community
know about?
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The Spring Creek Sun will be running these announce-
ments in the paper. For more information call Pamela Recogn
Stern at 718-240-4554 or email pstern@springcreek
towers.com

Save the date to our

Sun Index Annual Volunteer Luncheon to honor Senior

Partners volunteers and show appreciation
for their contributions.
We hope you can join us on this day.

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SPORTS CLUB
Centerfold NYFW & Art Show 21
1PM - 4PM
1540 Van Siclen Ave,
Brooklyn, NY 11239

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SPRING CREEK TOWERS (SCT)

is accepting applications for Project Based Section 8 wait list.

TO APPLY: By mail, send self-addressed stamped envelope to Spring Creek

Towers, PO Box 70457, Brooklyn, NY 11207. Mail only 1 application
via regular mail. By Email: applySCT@springcreektowers.com.
Pick-up in person from SCT Office located at:
1390 Pennsylvania Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11239; Mon-Fri 10am-3pm.
Download application from SCT website at: https://www.springcreektowers.com

COMPLETED APPLICATIONS MUST BE SENT BY REGULAR MAIL TO P.O. BOX. NO HAND DELIVERY OR
EXPRESS/OVERNIGHT MAIL WILL BE ACCEPTED.

AVAILABLE UNITS AND INCOME REQUIREMENTS

Unit House-hold Annual Household Income

Monthly Rent
80% AREA MEDIAN INCOME (AMI)

Size Size Minimum – Maximum

1 person $0 - $79,200
1 30% of adjusted
bedroom household income 2 people $0 - $90,500
UNITS

2 people $0 - $90,500
2 30% of adjusted $0 - $101,800
3 people
bedroom household income
4 people $0 - $113,100

4 people $0 - $113,100
3 30% of adjusted $0 - $122,150
5 people
bedroom household income
6 people $0 - $131,200

Preference status: Qualified Veterans; 62+ years; Disabled.

Spring Creek Towers does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed,
Religion, sex, national origin, age, familial status or disability.
Governor Kathy Hochul • Mayor Eric Adams
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Love Radiates from Times Square on Valentine’s Day
Peter Shadday and Nicolette Miller
BY AMANDA MOSES
Kyry Martinez’s, 26, eyes widened when she looked upon the
American Eagle billboard in middle of Times Square to see the words
“Kyry, will you marry me?” in neon lights. As her gaze shifted down-
ward toward her boyfriend, Justin Gonzalez, 27, he had already bent
down on one knee with a bright smile across his face.
Teary eyed, Martinez nodded her head and sealed the deal with a
euphoric kiss which was followed by a burst of confetti and Bruno
Mars’ song “Marry me” blaring through the streets.
These Brooklynites are one pair of several couples who took part in
“Love in Times Square,” an annual event where lovers make promises
Justin Gonzalez, and
Kyry Martinez.
Kathy Gualotuna and Peter Ruggles tied the knot in Times square.
Jean Carlos Gomez, Nube Orellana and their
son Javiel.
February 23, 2024
to each other in the form of an engagement, wedding, or vow renewals
near Father Duffy Square’s red steps.
Martinez shared that she first met her boyfriend in Times Square while
working at Forever 21, and now, nine years later, she plans on spending
the rest of her life with him.
“We met here so what better place to celebrate our origin story,”
Gonzalez said.
“It’s a lot of emotions, it brings a lot of memories and flashbacks
because when we first started dating, we would be walking around, and
this would be the area we would be at. It’s a lot of emotions right now
and I’m very happy that it happened here. This is where we first started,”
Martinez added.
Whether it was getting down on one knee or taking that first step down
the wedding aisle, couples found love at the heart of the Big Apple
thanks to the Times Square Alliance who coordinated the entire affair.
After 15 years as a couple and two children, Nube Norellana and Jean
Carlos Gomez also decided to tie the knot with their son Jaziel, 8, as ring
bearer.
“I saw the commercial and I decided to take a chance. We were lucky
we got selected,” Gomez said.
Couples around the country are invited to submit a brief explanation
stating as to how they met and why their love should be expressed at the
Crossroads of the World to the Times Square Alliance, and then a panel
of judges chooses couples to receive a free wedding or proposal using
American Eagle’s billboard.
“It is really a unique experience and it’s something we’ve been waiting
to do for a long time to get married and we never thought it was going to
be this way. We are really happy, sand we love New York, and we love
Times Square so for us it’s special,” Norellana said.
Photos by Amanda Moses
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FAQs Around Spring Creek Towers

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

Dates:
March 13
April 10
May 8
June 12
September 11
October 9
November 13
December 11

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

Management will be attending the March 13th, May 8th, September
11th and December 11th meetings.

MANAGE/PAY YOUR RENT & OTH

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ONLIN
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Pay Online via ClickPay PAY VIA MONEYGRAM at CVS or CITYFRESH

• Did you know that we offer ClickPay, an online
payment method, for you to make your rent
payments?
• Check out ClickPay by going to
www.clickpay.com/SpringCreek. It is FREE if you pay
from your checking account (ACH). Fees apply if you
use your credit or debit card.
• Click register and then create your online profile
• Connect your unit by using the account number
found on your monthly statement
• If you do not have a checking account you may make
a payment via MoneyGram.
• The nearest MoneyGram location to SCT is City Fresh
Market. You can check out other locations by going
to:
https://www.moneygram.com/mgo/us/en/locations
• To make a MoneyGram payment you will need to
present the following:
• Acct # from your monthly statement
• Receive Code 16459
• Company Name: BSC Owner LLC
• You will be charged a $3.95 payment fee
lCVS at 1346 Pennsylvania

Avenue
• Set up Automatic Payments or click Pay Now to make 718-642-2727
one-time payments
lCityFresh at 1380
• Questions or help please call ClickPay at 800-533- Pennsylvania Avenue
7901 or www.ClickPay.com/Help 718-642-1608

lCherry Valley Marketplace at

1115 Granville Payne Avenue
718-345-2873
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OFFICE LOCATED AT 1390 PENNSYLVANIA

718-642-7000 AVENUE, 2ND FLOOR

RECERTIFICATION DEPARTMENT * RESIDENT PHOTO ID'S TAKEN

MONDAY 9 am - 4:pm THURSDAY 9 am - 11:30 am 2:15 pm - 4 pm
TUESDAY 9 am - 4 pm FRIDAY 9 am - 12 pm
WEDNESDAY 9 am - 7:20 pm
THURSDAY CLOSED GARAGES*
FRIDAY CLOSED MONDAY 9 am - 12 pm 1 pm - 4 pm
TUESDAY 9 am - 12 pm 1 pm - 4 pm
HUD FORMS SIGNED WEDNESDAY 11 am - 12 pm 1 pm - 7 pm
MONDAY 9 am - 4 pm THURSDAY 10 am - 12 pm 1 pm - 4 pm
TUESDAY 9 am - 4 pm FRIDAY 9 am - 12 pm
WEDNESDAY 9 am - 7:20 pm
THURSDAY 9 am - 4 pm BILLING
FRIDAY 9 am - 4 pm MONDAY 9 am - 1 pm 2 pm - 4 pm
TUESDAY CLOSED
PROPERTY MANANGEMENT WEDNESDAY 11 am - 1 pm 2 pm - 4 pm
MONDAY 9 am - 4:30 pm THURSDAY 9 am - 1 pm 2 pm - 4 pm
TUESDAY 9 am - 4:30 pm FRIDAY 9 am - 12 pm
WEDNESDAY 9 am - 7 pm
THURSDAY 9 am - 12 pm
FRIDAY 9 am - 12 pm For all maintenance concerns, please call 718-240-4646
Monday - Friday (8:00 AM - 6:00 PM)

* Appointments for Recertification/Billing/Garages can

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

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PAMELA STERN AMANDA MOSES
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Designer

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February 23, 2024
Community Organizations
Starrett City Tenants Association
The next SCTA meeting is to be
determined. If you are a SCT
resident who has any questions or
comments, please call and leave a
message with your name and
phone number at 718-642-3892.
Your call will be returned. Join your
tenants association, “In unity there
is strength.”
AA and NA
St. Laurence Roman Catholic
Church, Flatlands and Van Siclen
Avenues, host Alcoholics and
Narcotics Anonymous meetings.
The Alcoholics Anonymous meet-
ings are Fridays at 8 pm Virtually
and Narcotics Anonymous meet-
ings are on Thursdays at 7:30 pm
For more information call 917-627-
0325.
Starrett City-Spring Creek Lions
Club, Inc.
This volunteer community-based
organization meets the 1st and 3rd
Tuesdays of the month @ 7 pm,
Brooklyn Sports Club (1540 Van
Siclen Avenue, Lower Level). If you
are community minded, willing to
help others – join us, feel free to
visit our meetings. For more
information contact Evetter Pilgrim
at 718-642-1820.
SPRING CREEK SUN
Teen Central
Open to Spring Creek Towers
residents only, ages 12 to 18,
Monday through Friday from 3 pm
to 7 pm in the lower level of the
Brooklyn Sports Club. No member-
ship fees. For more information
contact 718-642-7168.
Starrett City Boxing Club
The Starrett City Boxing Club is
available to all BSC members (two
classes per month are free). You
must register with the boxing club
directly 24 hours in advance. You
do not need to register with USA
boxing. Must bring their own hand
wraps and boxing gloves. The
Boxing Club is now located in the
Brooklyn Sports Club. For more
information, ask reception for the
boxing club or contact 917-530-
1219
Sisters with Purpose
Join the conversation. A support/
ministry group created by women
living in Spring Creek Towers. Non-
judgmental and non-denomina-
tional based. Meets every Thursday
evening @ 7 pm For more infor-
mation: Susie Williams 646-460-
4101.
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Spring Creek Senior Par tners News
BY JAHIAH WILSON,
Executive Director of Spring Creek Senior Partners
FEBRUARY 14TH-20TH IS NATIONAL ACTS OF KINDNESS WEEK
Random Acts of Kindness Day was first created in Denver, Colorado
in 1995 by a small nonprofit organization, the Random Acts of
Kindness Foundation; nine years later it spread to New Zealand in
2004. Random Acts of Kindness can include just about anything,
including something as simple a taking a tray of muffins to work.
The idea behind this holiday is to make the world a better place by
spreading a little light around and to make kindness a part of our
everyday lives. Lift someone up with your words, compliment them on
their appearance… even the simplest acts can help to brighten
someone’s day.
Although Random Acts of Kindness Day hasn’t been around all that
long, kindness itself certainly has! In fact, various studies have
concluded that kindness is an inherent part of human nature, with
the ability to feel and care for others developing while we’re still
babies.
If you need to see one of our NORC Nurses or Social Worker, please
call for an appointment. Our telephone number is 718-348-7620.
Our Office hours are Monday-Friday from 9:30am to 12:30pm, Spring
Creek Senior Partners offers free blood pressure, Body Mass Index,
Weight and Oxygen Level screenings. Call our office at 718-348-7620
to schedule an appointment.
Spring Creek Senior Partners NORC will be conducting several
workshops this month pertaining to health and wellness. Some of the
topics include:
1. Free Blood Pressure Check with Nurse Mariela every Thursday
from 9:30am-12:30pm.
2. “Move It” Aerobics Class with Naadira Brown on 2/27/2024 from
11am-12pm
3. Black is Beautiful Paint Party on 2/29/2024 from 12pm-1:30pm
For more information, visit the office of Spring Creek Senior
Partners and speak with Jasmine Jennings to attend.
The staff of Spring Creek Senior Partners is here to assist those
living in Spring Creek Towers who are 60 years and older. You are
always welcome to participate in our many events and activities.
ABOUT SPRING CREEK SENIOR PARTNERS
Spring Creek Senior Partners is a Naturally Occurring Retirement
Community/Supportive Service Program (NORC/SSP) and we serve all
residents who are 60 years or older. Our services are free and open to
all residents of Spring Creek Towers. You can visit Monday through
Friday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm at 160 Schroeders Ave. (G5) or call us 718-
348-7620.
FREE TAX PREP
FOR SENIORS
January 29th - April 15th
ELIGIBILITY: BY APPOINTMENT ONLY!!
Spring Creek Towers Seniors
When: Tuesdays & Thursdays
2023 income of less than
$80,000 (with dependents) or Time: 10am to 3pm
$56,000 (single, without
Location:
dependents) Spring Creek Senior Partners
Refunds will be direct deposited 160 Schroeders Ave.
to your bank account Brooklyn NY 11239
Scan here to schedule
CONTACT US an appointment
718-642-7011 EXT 5708
MSkeete@theOppHub.org
WNicholas@theOppHub.org
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Education Matters
How to Prep the Night Before the
Spring Creek Towers
SAT or ACT Exam
Saturday Academy
ELA, Math & Science Prep FEB. 3rd 2024 - May 18th 2024

Program Location: BROOKLYN SPORTS CLUB (Lower Level)

Saturday’s Only
TIME: 10am – 2pm
PROGRAM FEE: $125 S.C. Students
$200 Non S.C. Students
per Child
See below to register contact: Ms. Robinson
(StatePoint) Taking the SAT or ACT exam is the culmination of months
of test-specific preparation, and in truth, years of schooling. While knowing
that can feel like a lot of pressure, there are steps you can take the night
before the exam to calm your nerves and enter the testing site with
confidence: First come frst served MONEY
ORDERS ONLY Payable to:
1. Pack your essentials: Going to bed knowing you’ve packed everything BSC, TRS LLC.
you need to succeed during the test will help you sleep soundly and make
the morning less frenzied. Your packing list should include an official,
currently valid photo identification, your admission ticket to the test, No. 2
pencils (be sure they have erasers), a snack and water bottle (staying fueled Scan or Click the link to register
is essential), a sweater (testing sites are often chilly and being https://forms.gle/9z7koaUhpJb4LF729
uncomfortable can throw you off your game), and of course, a calculator.
The best exam day calculator is one that’s easy to use and has an intuitive
Must register by Friday, Feb. 2nd, 2023
icon menu, such as the fx-9750GIII graphing calculator. While you won’t CONTACT: Ms. Robinson- (718) 240-4577
need all of its 2,900 functions during your test, or its programming Erobinson@springcreektowers.com
capabilities, this Casio calculator is a great companion for high school Ofice Hours: 10am – 4:30pm Tues, Thurs and Fri, 10am-1pm Mon and Wed
juniors and seniors as it can support high-level STEM learning in the
Program sponsored by The Spring Creek Ofice of Community Relations & Public Afairs
classroom, as well as go into exam mode for use during the PSAT, SAT, This activity is not sponsored or endorsed by the New York City Department of Education or the City of New York
ACT, and other major standardized exams, like AP and SAT subject tests.
To familiarize yourself with the calculator and its interface, be sure to use
the same calculator for test prep as well.
2. Eat right: Proper nutrition and cognition go hand-in-hand. The night
before your exam, fuel yourself with brain foods containing a mix of Starrett Early Learning Center
antioxidants, protein and Omega-3s. Fresh fruits and vegetables, fish, 125 Schroeders Avenue - Brooklyn, New York 11239
nuts, beans, whole grains, tofu and lean meats are all great choices. Try to (718) 642-8724 Fax: (718) 642-3019
avoid food unfamiliar to you, as you don’t know how it will settle and it
could cause a stomachache. You should also forgo overly sugary or
processed treats, which can lead to an energy crash. Being thirsty during
your test is not only distracting, dehydration can actually impair cognition Great News!
and brain health. Be sure to drink plenty of water the night before your test
to keep the mental juices flowing. Starrett Early Learning Center invites you to register your child in school
3. Sleep tight: It can be difficult to settle in for a night of sound sleep for the 2024-2025 school year!
before an important event. Reduce the chances of tossing and turning by
putting down your devices at least an hour before bed, as blue light can If your child was born in 2020 (4K) or 2021(3K) he or she is eligible.
suppress melatonin secretion and impact sleep. Instead, read, journal or
do another quiet, enjoyable activity. On that note, avoid a last-minute Starrett Early Learning Center offers a free, high quality, safe, nurturing
study session or practice exam. The night before the test is not the time to 4-K and 3-K program from 8am-2:20 pm at two locations:
cram. It’s a time to relax so your mind is fresh when it counts. If you do 125 Schroeders Avenue and 1325 Pennsylvania Avenue
have trouble falling asleep, don’t panic. Resting quietly with your eyes All staff are qualified, skilled and dedicated.
closed can be beneficial too, and may help you doze off eventually. Starrett Early Learning Center is licensed by The Department of Health
and have Department of Education contracted classrooms.
By checking a few pre-test tasks off your to-do list the night before, you can We also offer a very limited extended care option for a monthly fee.
be fueled, rested and geared up for your college entrance exams. (*** priority given to current students)

PHOTO SOURCE: (c) smolaw11 / iStock via Getty Images Plus Register online now!

Follow the steps below:

Brief NYC School Calendar/Closings &
1. Log into MySchools.nyc
Test Dates 2. Create a profile.
3. Select Starrett Early Learning Center (KBPJ or KBPL) as 1st school of
choice.
March 29th-April 1st-Schools are closed for Easter Weekend 4. Submit your application.
5. The Department of Education will notify you in May/June if you your
April 10th-Schools are closed for Eid-al-Fitr child has receive an offer to attend our program.
April 22nd-Aptil 30th Schoola are closed for Spring Recess
If you have any questions, feel free to email or call.
For the complete New York City Department of Education school Ms. Moore, MS. Ed
calendar of classes, holidays, closings and tests, go to Executive Director
schools.nyc.gov t.moore@starrettelc.org
718-642-8724
February 23, 2024 SPRING CREEK SUN Page 9

SELC’s Black History Presentation

BY AMANDA MOSES
On February 9th, the children at
Starrett Early Learning Center
hosted their annual Black History
Month celebration in the Brooklyn
Sports Club (BSC) with an evening
of song and dance for all to enjoy.
The children kicked off the
festivities with a stellar rendition of
“Lift Every Voice and Sing,” which is
rich in historical significance. The
song was originally a poem written
by NAACP Leader James Weldon
Johnson in 1900 and was later
transformed into the “National
Negro Anthem” that was sung with-
in Black communities as an uplift-
ing hymn symbolizing resistance
and resilience.
Over one hundred attendees
listened in awe as the children per-
formed while Ms. Kimura read
aloud “Bring on that Beat” by
Rachel Isadora, the 4K students did
a walk-through of Black Historical
figures (such as Rosa Park and
Whitney Houston) and while others
danced to West African music.
“Family Engagement events at
SELC is always a wonderful time!
Recognizing and honoring the his-
tory and culture of our diverse
population is an important aspect
of education. I am greatly appre-
ciative to all of our families who
attended this year’s Black History
Month Celebration. The event was
amazing,” SELC Director Tammy
Moore said.
The comemoration also included
an interactive element between the
audience and students that en-
compassed trivia breaks on Black
History facts. Those who answered
correctly earned a prize.
Additionally, the children reflected
on positive affirmations to help
moti-vate them to work hard and
that they are smart, talented and
can doing anything they set their
mind to.
“My staff worked so diligently to
capture the essence of this cele-
bration. Our young scholars show-
cased skills they have learned while
attending SELC such as memo-
rization, coordination, recall, rhy-
thm, gross motor and more as they
sang, danced and recited their lines
and poems. I was filled with joy,”
Moore said.
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Style tified dermatologist Dr. Nkem Ugo-

Ever try a 2-in-1 Eye
Cream? Here’s what
you should know
(BPT) - Did you know that the
area of skin around the eyes is one
of the most sought-after focuses of
cosmetic enhancement surgery
today? That’s because the delicate
skin around your eyes is 10x
thinner than the skin on your face,
and therefore the most likely to
show early signs of aging. But for-
tunately, there are non-invasive
alternatives to eye enhancement
procedures, including proactive
steps you can take now to help
protect and improve the look of your
skin, both above and below the eye.
Here are some important do’s and
don’ts to keep in mind when it
comes to caring for the skin around
your eyes:
DO improve your nightly routine to
help protect your eyes. Beyond just
getting a good night’s sleep every
night, consider habits like using an
anti-allergy pillow cover, which can
help reduce eye puffiness if you are
prone to allergies.
DON’T forget the sunglasses - even
on cold winter days. The same UV
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Park West Gallery Says “Hello Dalí” With Fashion

Show and Art Auction
BY AMANDA MOSES

SoHo’s Park West Gallery kicked-off New York

Fashion Week (NYFW) by utilizing their greatest
weapon: historical master pieces by renowned artist
Salvador Dalí on Feb. 8.
Dubbed “Hello Dalí: Surrealism & Fashion with a
Special Auction of the Works of Salvador Dalí,” this
stunning collaboration between modern fashion
designer Kristina K and the avant-garde style of the
iconic Spanish artist Dalí saw dozens of spectators
enamored by the subconscious imagery inside of Park
West Gallery at 411 West Broadway.
“Dalí collaborated with fashion designer Elsa
Schiaparelli. Together, they brought a cross-
pollination to art and fashion. When developing this
show, I thought of gowns, big dresses, and playful
makeup. Kristina was the perfect partner to trans-
form the gallery into not only a runway but also a
living work of art,” event curator, Dr. Stephanie
Seungmin Kim said.
Kristina K, a former Project Runway contestant,
designed four gowns inspired by Dalí’s “The Divine
Comedy,” illustrating the epic poem by Dante
Alighieri. At the center of the show, amongst dozens of
paintings, a model with crimson rhinestones embedded into her face Kristina K, a former Project Runway contestant and fashion designer
and wearing a flowing red chiffon gown stood upon a pedestal (center pink left) and Curator Dr. Stephanie Seungmin Kim (red dress
embodying Dali’s vision of the inferno. right).
Attendees found themselves caught in between the realms of The
Divine Comedy’s Paradise, Purgatory and Inferno amongst sweeping
dresses that captured the essence of both the epic poem and the
paintings.
Executive Vice President John Block knew that the epitome of the New
York City lifestyle are grand events like NYFW, so he looked to make
Park West Gallery a part of that staple. Since the SoHo gallery is known
for exhibiting historical art pieces, as well as contemporary ones, Block
worked with curator Dr. Kim to create a concept that utilizes their
strengths.
“The idea is the marriage of art and fashion so art you can wear and
art that your home can wear on its walls,” Block said. “Our Thursday
night live auctions have become a bit of a staple for us here at Park
West in SoHo, and so tonight we’re going to have a party and we’re
going to have a fashion show and then at the end, we’ll auction off the
Dalí artworks. We have more than 40 years of Dalí ‘s career represented
here.”

Photos by Amanda Moses

Several of Salvador Dalí's Divine Comedy works were up for auction.

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Nutrition and Cooking Lessons
BY: PAMELA STERN
In the latest nutrition and cooking class
that Coach Legros hosted virtually there
were also some additional presenters, Chef
Dana and Chef Marvin of Fork Flavor
Catering. In this week’s lesson, attendees
learned how to make Roasted Asparagus
with potatoes. Chef Dana and Chef Marvin
both educated the students on tips to
select fruits and vegetables from the
supermarket and they taught the children
and their parents cutting techniques in
preparation for their cooking lesson with
Coach Legros.
“We are so blessed to have two people
working with us and I have learned so
much from Chef Dana and Chef Marvin,”
said Legros. Chef Dana and Chef Marvin
explained to the class how to select fruits
and vegetables when shopping and what to look for and how to know if the
items are fresh and ripe. She told them that they need to pick the best
fresh fruit and vegetables and to look for firmness and they should be
bright in color and avoid anything that is bruised, smells, or has mold on
it. She also explained that fruits and vegetables need to be kept separated
from raw meat and that they should not touch raw meat because that
could lead to cross contamination (which is bad) and that they should try
new fruits and vegetables. She gave the class some tips: shop for fruits and
vegetables in season- they will be cheaper in price and will be the best in
flavor. She also explained that they should wash their hands after touching
the fruits and vegetables when shopping because you do not know who has
touched them and if they have germs, or dirt and to always keep your
hands clean. She suggested if they have with them hand sanitizer to use it
after touching the fruits and vegetables.
After Chef Dana explained to the class what to specifically look for in the
fruits and vegetables then she explained to the class how to properly clean
them. She told the class that it is important to properly clean the fruits and
vegetables and also the utensils that they will be using. She said to never
wash the fruits and vegetables in soap and to only use water or a
specialized solution to wash the fruits and vegetables in. Chef Dana then
explained to the class the items that should be stored in the refrigerator
and which items can be stored at room temperature. She said that
broccoli, carrots and leafy greens should be stored in the refrigerator in one
of the drawers in the fridge. She said that you should not put the fruits
and the vegetables in the same drawer because the vegetables will give off
gases that might ripen the fruit. She said to keep them as separated as
possible. Apples, pineapples, and oranges can be kept out of the fridge but,
she said not to leave them out for too long and that you should eat them
within a week. Onions, and garlic need to be kept in a well-ventilated area
that is dry and that storing them in the fridge could cause them to soften
or get wet and could cause them to cause mold. Potatoes should be stored
in a dark, dry, cool place because they have tendencies to have sprouts
that look like eyes and sprout out all around the potatoes. She told the
class that she is giving them a homework assignment to practice what she
taught them so when they go shopping with their parents they can pick out
the fruits and vegetables.
Next Chef Marvin explained to the parents the importance of making
sure that the knives are sharp and clean before they use them. He then
showed everyone how to cut the asparagus properly into ½ inch pieces. He
also explained that they should cut off the bottom portion of the asparagus
and he showed the parents how they can wiggle it and it will snap off. After
February 23, 2024
he cut up the asparagus, he placed the
pieces into a bowl, and then he cut the
grape tomatoes straight from top to bottom,
lengthwise, not from the top to the bottom.
Chef Marvin then took the petite potatoes
and cut them in half, he explained that if
you have bigger potatoes then you should
cut them into ¼ pieces. Then he cut the
avocado he said to hold it down and cut it
in half, then he stated that the parents
should take the knife into the pit and take
the pit out and then he showed everyone
how they can peel the skin off the avocado
and scoop the avocado out of the skin and
place it on a plate. Next Chef Marvin took
the garlic and showed everyone how to peel
the garlic from where the stem is on the
bottom and then to pull the segments out or
he explained that if they have a garlic press
at home that they can put the segment into
the garlic press and squeeze it, and then place it on a plate and continue
until all of the garlic is crushed or chopped like a “choo choo train” and to
keep them as fine as possible.
Now that Chef Dana and Chef Marvin gave the class their lesson, Coach
Legros jumped in and explained the benefits of asparagus: (it has multiple
benefits)
Low in calories
High in nutrients
It is good for your bones
Then Legros explained that Vitamin K:
Is good for digestion
Is loaded with antioxidants
Lowers your blood pressure
Prevents urinary tract infections
It can ease a hangover
Legros instilled the fact to the class that you must wash your food
because you do not know who has touched it. Legros instructed the class
to put their cut up vegetables into a bowl and to set the oven to 450
degrees. He then told everyone to make sure that their vegetables were dry
by patting them with a dry towel and then placing them into a Pyrex bowl
if they have one. He showed everyone how to shake them up and also
explained to them that they could use either a little bit of oil or water into
the Pyrex bowl and then he used the spices that he likes to call the
“Legrospices” which is Celtic salt, and then shake up the vegetables, then
turmeric, and again shake up the veggies, then black pepper which will
enhance the turmeric, and shake it up then cumin, and again shake it up,
then garlic powder, and shake it up and last of the spices is cayenne
pepper and once you use it, you must wash your hands immediately and
then you can stir up the veggies, and again put either a little bit of oil or
water and shake it up and stir it up. Now it’s time to place the Pyrex in the
oven for 20 minutes depending on the type of oven that you have it could
cook for less than 20 minutes. After it is done, you can sprinkle some
lemon juice on it and you can also sprinkle some cheese on it and place it
back into the oven for a few minutes and then you can serve it with two
slices of avocado.
Screenshots by: Pamela Stern
February 23, 2024
Game Play
Tomb Raider
Remastered
Review
By Dean Moses
Game: Tomb Raider I-III Remastered
Platform: PlayStation 5, Nintendo
Switch, PlayStation 4, Xbox One,
Xbox Series X and Series S,
Microsoft Windows
Rating: M for Mature
Cost: $29.00
Game: Tomb Raider I-III
Remastered
Platform: PlayStation 5, Nintendo
Switch, PlayStation 4, Xbox One,
Xbox Series X and Series S,
Microsoft Windows
Rating: M for Mature
Cost: $29.00
On February 13th, Publisher
Aspyr released Tomb Raider I, II,
and III remastered. The perfect
nostalgic package for gamers who
grew-up on the original PlayStation
in the 90s, Laura Croft has been the
female Indiana Jones—sans the
whip—who guided players through
deadly tombs, action-packed fights
“Don’t be Cupid:” A Sex Health Event at Teen Central
BY AMANDA MOSES
Spring Creek Teen Central told
their members “Don’t be Cupid,”
when it comes to safe sex during a
Valentine’s Day health workshop.
For the first time, Teen Central
hosted an event that focuses on
directly speaking with members on
healthy sexual relationships, the
importance of communication,
what it means to have safe sex,
consent, decision making and self-
care.
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and hidden secrets with her British
humor and tough attitude. Now
gamers can choose to flip back and
forth between lovingly recreated
graphics and the original pixels of
the 1996 iteration.
Story
The world came to know Laura
Croft when she first hit the scene in
1996 for personal computer,
PlayStation and Sega Saturn.
Becoming one of the first female
protagonists to garner widespread
acclaim, the story follows dual-
pistol wielding archeologist Croft as
she traverses deadly traps and
adversaries in search of an ancient
artifact. Croft uses her historical
knowledge to capture magical
artifacts before the villains obtain it.
While the first game focuses on
Croft exploring caves, and facing
the creatures that live therein,
Tomb Raider II and III feature our
hero fighting against human
adversaries in expanded locales.
The Remaster
While at the time of release, the
first Tomb Raider games were truly
groundbreaking with their graphics,
combat style, and Croft’s acrobatic
Senior Director, Youth Develop-
ment & Education Johnny Rosario
shared that this initiative came
about with the help of The Op-
portunity Hub’s social worker
Diana Ouiya since the organization
has made its mission to aid the
Spring Creek Towers community in
obtaining as much health resourc-
es as possible. With a focus on
health and wellness, the non-profit
worked with Protecting the East a
community health project that
emphasizes HIV prevention and
abilities made, in recent times they
have aged like spoiled milk. This
gave the developers a change to
completely redesign the look of the
games. Character models and
environments have been completely
overhauled with a shiny new look.
However, those yearning for the
good old days can switch back to
the chunky polygons of the original
with the click of a button.
In addition to the graphical
changes, players are also afforded
the ability switch between the
original tank controls and a new
simplified layout. While the tank
controls will certainly be
cumbersome to a new generation of
gamers, the latest control scheme
feels even more clunky. Still, once
players get to the grip with the
sexual health.
“They curated a nice program
with peer-led sessions on sex
education and touched on conver-
sations you should have before sex
and after sex, how to have safe sex.
It was a great event, and the kids
really enjoyed it. They followed up
with questions and really were
engaged,” Rosario said.
For Jailynn Serrano, who both is
a member of Teen Central and
volunteers her time aiding younger
students, the event was a much-
needed conversation.
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gameplay there will be a lot of fun to
be had here.
Conclusion
For less than half the price of
other titles, Tomb Raider 1, 2, 3
Remastered provides a lot of bang
for your buck thanks to having
three games to select from. Not only
that, with the revamped graphics
and controls, Lara Croft has the
potential to find a whole new
audience.
ReUse, Reduce
and
ReCycle
“I think it was a good experience.
We talked about safe sex, decorated
donuts, had hot chocolate, did sur-
veys and really spent most our time
planning on how we think rela-
tionships should go,” Serrano said.
“[The Protecting the East moder-
ator] gave us advice on how to have
sex protection, what sexual
transmitted diseases are, and ad-
vice on a lot of stuff,” Serrano
added.
Photos courtesy of Teen Central
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Religious Listings
Andrews United Methodist Church
Rev. Avilo de Leon,
91 Richmond Street, Brooklyn
(718) 235-4621
Bethelite Institutional Baptist Church,
Inc.
Rev. Dr. Robert Linden, Pastor
447 Elton Street, Brooklyn, N.Y. 11208
718-827-0700
Bethlehem Baptist Church
Rev. Larry Camp Pastor
1962 Linden Boulevard, Brooklyn, NY
11207
(718) 257-8300
Canarsie Community Reformed
Church Since 1876
1155 East 93rd Street, Brooklyn, NY
11239
718-649-3759
Changing Lives Christian Center
Pastor & Founder Paul B. Mitchell
1848 Linden Boulevard, Brooklyn, NY
11207
(718) 272-8277
www.CLCCMinistries.com
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The Church of the Holy Redeemer
(Congregation of the Evangelical
Lutheran Church in America)
Rev. Stephen G. Marsh, Pastor
2424 Linden Boulevard, Brooklyn, NY
(718) 272-9300
Christian Cultural Center of New York
Pastor and founders: Dr. A.R. Bernard,
Rev. Karen Bernard
12020 Flatlands Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
11207
(718) 306-1000 Fax: (718) 306-1091
www.clc.org
East End Baptist Church
Pastor Woody Proffitt
263 Van Siclen Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
(718) 385-0811
Greater New Beginning Baptist Church
Pastor Earl B. Chester
303 East 98th Street
Brooklyn, NY 11212
718-342-0100
GNBBC303.com
Holy Trinity Russian Orthodox Church
Father Chunov, presiding
400 Glenmore Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
(718) 498-0518
Pilgrim Cathedral of East New York
February 23, 2024
Bishop George M. Shorts: senior pastor (718) 251-0450
590 New Lots Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
11207 True Worship Church Worldwide
(718) 927-3354 Ministries
Bishop Clarence Keaton
872-874 Crescent Street, Brooklyn, NY
Sephardic Jewish Center of Canarsie 11208
Rabbi Myron Rakowitz, www.trueworshipchurch.org
9320 Flatlands Avenue, Brooklyn, NY Phone: (718) 485-9703
(718) 257-0400
Southern Baptist Church
Reverend Clarence E. Williams, Pastor
820 Stanley Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11207
(718) 272-4848
St. Laurence Roman Catholic Church
Very Rev. Edward R.P. Kane, VF-
Administrator
1020 Van Siclen Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
(718) 649-0545
St. Paul Community Baptist Church
Rev. David K. Brawley, Lead Pastor
859 Hendrix Street, Brooklyn, NY
(718)-257-1300
Starrett at Spring Creek Jewish Center
Congregation B’nai Israel
Rabbi Mordechai German
671 Louisiana Avenue Brooklyn, NY
(718) 642-8804
Temple Emanu-el of Canarsie
1880 Rockaway Parkway, Brooklyn, NY
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Black History Month: Spotlighting Athletes
BY: PAMELA STERN
February is Black History Month and the Spring Creek Sun is
spotlighting Black Athletes who have been influential and who has made
an impact in the industry. The Spring Creek Sun has complied a list of
some of the prominent artists and their accomplishments.
Hank Aaron-Henry Louis Aaron, nicknamed
“Hammer” or “Hammerin’ Hank,” was an American
professional baseball right fielder and designated
hitter who played 23 seasons in Major League
Baseball, from 1954 through 1976.
Muhammad Ali-Muhammad Ali
was an American professional boxer
and activist. Nicknamed “the Greatest”,
he is regarded as one of the most significant sports
figures of the 20th century and is often regarded as
the greatest heavyweight boxer of all time. He held
the Ring magazine heavyweight title from 1964 to
1970.
Arthur Ashe-Arthur Robert Ashe Jr. was an American
professional tennis player. He won three Grand Slam
titles in singles and two in doubles. Ashe was the first
black player selected to the United States Davis Cup
team, and the only black man ever to win the singles
titles at Wimbledon, the US Open, and the Australian
Open.
Simone Biles-Simone Arianne Biles
Owens is an American artistic gymnast. The most
decorated American gymnast in history, she is wide-
ly considered one of the greatest gymnasts of all
time. Her seven Olympic gymnastics medals are
ninth-most of all time and tied with
Shannon Miller for the most by a U.S.
gymnast.
Joe Frazier- Joseph William Frazier, nicknamed
“Smokin’ Joe”, was an American professional boxer
who competed from 1965 to 1981.
Althea Gibson- Althea Neale Gib-
son was an American tennis player
and professional golfer, and one of the first Black
athletes to cross the color line of international tennis.
In 1956, she became the first African American to
win a Grand Slam event.
Reggie Jackson- Reginald Martinez
Jackson is an American former professional baseball
right fielder who played 21 seasons in Major League
Baseball for the Kansas City / Oakland Athletics,
Baltimore Orioles, New York Yankees, and California
Angels. Jackson was inducted into the National
Baseball Hall of Fame in 1993.
Derek Jeter- Derek Sanderson Jeter is an American
former professional baseball shortstop, busi-
nessman, and baseball executive. As a player, Jeter
spent his entire 20-year Major League Baseball
career with the New York Yankees.
Michael Jordan-Michael Jeffrey
Jordan, also known by his initials MJ,
is an American businessman and former pro-
fessional basketball player. He played fifteen sea-
sons in the National Basketball Association between
1984 and 2003, winning six NBA championships
with the Chicago Bulls.
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Florence Griffith Joyner- Florence Delorez Griffith
Joyner, also known as Flo-Jo, was an American track
and field athlete and the fastest woman ever
recorded. She set world records in 1988 for the 100
m and 200 m. During the late 1980s, she became a
popular figure due to both her record-setting
athleticism and eclectic personal style.
Sugar Ray Leonard-Ray Charles
Leonard, best known as “Sugar” Ray Leonard, is an
American former professional boxer, motivational
speaker, and occasional actor.
Willie Mays-Willie Howard Mays Jr.,
nicknamed “the Say Hey Kid”, is an
American former center fielder in
Major League Baseball. Regarded as one of the
greatest players ever, Mays ranks second behind
only Babe Ruth on most all-time lists, including
those of The Sporting News and ESPN. Mays played
in the National League (NL) between 1951 and 1973
for the New York/ San Francisco Giants and New York
Mets
Jesse Owens-James Cleveland “Jesse” Owens was
an American track and field athlete who won four
gold medals at the 1936 Olympic Games. Owens
specialized in the sprints and the long jump and
was recognized in his lifetime as “perhaps the
greatest and most famous athlete in track and field
history.”
Fritz Pollard-Frederick Douglass “Fritz”
Pollard was an American football player and coach.
In 1921, he became the first African-American
head coach in the National Football League.
Pollard and Bobby Marshall were the first two
African-American players in the NFL in 1920.
Jackie Robinson-Jack Roosevelt
Robinson was an American profes-
sional baseball player who became the first African
American to play in Major League Baseball in the
modern era. Robinson broke the color line when he
started at first base for the Brooklyn Dodgers on
April 15, 1947.
Serena Williams-Serena Jameka
Williams is an American former pro-
fessional tennis player. Widely regarded as one of
the greatest tennis players of all time, she was
ranked number one in the world in singles by
the Women’s tennis Association (WTA) for 319
weeks, including a joint-record 186 consecutive
weeks, and finished as the year-end No. 1 five
times. She won 23 Grand Slam women’s singles
titles, the most in the Open Era and the second most
of all times. She is the only player to accomplish
a Golden Slam in both singles and doubles.
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Speaking of Health pathy in the foot (tarsal tunnel syn-

Sudden Foot Pain After
a Concert Becomes
Debilitating
By Dr. Keith Roach
DEAR DR. ROACH: My daughter
and her friend went to a concert and
had to climb stairs. They ended up
walking about 2.5 miles in total.
After returning home, my daughter
had severe pain in both of her feet
and was unable to stand or walk on
them. She said it felt like someone
was crushing them.
The pain did not get better, so she
went to the emergency room a few
days later. A doctor there performed
an X-ray and said that the pain was
due to bunions, although they did
not even look at her feet. She also
saw a foot specialist who told her
that the diagnosis was neuropathy
of the feet and recommended
Neurontin for pain. He asked her if
she has diabetes, but she does not.
They told my daughter that she will
have to live in pain for the rest of her
life.
The doctor recommended getting
some tests done on her nerves at
the hospital, but she doesn’t have
money to pay for these tests. What
can be done to help her? How is it
possible that the pain started so
suddenly? She is in constant pain
and is unable to walk. — K.B.
ANSWER: “Neuropathy” is not a
diagnosis; it’s a name for a diverse
group of diseases that cause
damage to the nerves, specifically
signifying the nerves in the brain
and spinal cord or those outside of
them.
The recommendation of getting
nerve testing done is correct. This
does sound like neuropathy from
the little bit of information I have,
although neuropathies do not typi-
cally begin with exercise the way
you described. I have seen several
cases where muscles have become
terribly inflamed and even break
down after a period of unusually
strenuous exertion (this usually
gets better with time), but I would
have expected the doctors to make
that diagnosis.
There is a compressive neuro-
drome) where the nerve is damaged
by pressure from muscles, bones
and connective tissue, but this
happening to both feet at the same
time would be surprising. Metabolic
neuropathies, like B12 deficiency,
cause symptoms on both sides but
do not begin suddenly. I’d be
worried about her lower spine.
I don’t know what your daugh-
ter’s financial situation is, whether
she might be eligible for Medicaid or
the Affordable Care Act, or whether
there is a free medical clinic near
you. I have had many patients
make just enough money that they
don’t qualify for Medicaid, but are
unable to afford commercial insur-
ance and don’t get it through work.
DEAR DR. ROACH: What is your
opinion of laser therapy for joint
pain? What are the risks and
benefits? — M.J.
ANSWER: Low-level laser therapy,
sometimes called cold laser, is
thought to improve circulation, les-
sen inflammation and decrease
pain sensitivity when applied to the
skin over a joint with osteoarthritis,
such as the knee.
In several reviews of small studies,
laser treatment provides a modest
benefit in decreasing pain, disability
and stiffness when compared to a
treatment that appeared the same
to the participant but did not use
the same kind of laser. (In the most
stringent studies, even the person
using the laser didn’t know whether
it was set to the effective treatment
or not.) Muscle strength was also
increased. In these studies, no
adverse effects were noted.
However, this therapy is still re-
garded as experimental, so it is not
usually covered by insurance. Ge-
nerally, insurance companies will
cover treatments once enough evi-
dence accumulates to prove them
effective.
Dr. Roach regrets that he is
unable to answer individual ques-
tions, but will incorporate them in
the column whenever possible.
Readers may email questions to
ToYourGoodHealth
@med.cornell.edu.
(c) 2024 North America Synd., Inc.
All Rights Reserved

SCSP Participates in Health Expo at The

Brooklyn Sports Club
BY: PAMELA STERN

On Wednesday, February 14th Spring Creek Senior

Partners (SCSP) participated in the Brooklyn Sports
Club’s (BSC) Health Expo. The health expo was in the
lobby of the BSC from 10am to 1pm. There were some
vendors and a nurse present at the health expo. This
was the initial kickoff of a partnership between the SCSP
and the BSC.
“February is heart health Month and we wanted to
educate our clients on the importance of maintain a
healthy heart,” said SCSP Executive Director, Jahiah
Wilson.
SCSP’s table consisted of brochures, flyers and their
calendar of events that they are having for the month.
Approximately 15 of SCSP clients attended the health
expo and visited the SCSP table along with approxi-
mately seven other attendees. SCSP gave out goody
bags for all of the attendees that visited their table. The
goody bags consisted of a cup, a tote bag and infor-
mation about SCSP.
“It was an amazing turnout,” said Wilson.

Photos courtesy of: SCSP

February 23, 2024 SPRING CREEK SUN
P1Harmony1st Album Killin’ It
Zoë Takishita showed off her custom-made
P1Harmony T-shirt and her two new albums of
"Killin it."
BY AMANDA MOSES
South Korean boy band P1Harmony is truly “Killin’ it” with their first full-
length album release, spreading the flames of their passion with fans
through a weekend of pop-up celebrations across the United States and
areas in Europe.
Hello82, a broadcast media company, looked to provide fans of the K-Pop
upstarts with a memorable experience in Manhattan, overflowing with
signed merchandise and other exclusives.
P1Harmony made their debut in 2020 with their EP Disharmony: Stand
Out, and four years later–after several mini albums–the group, consisting
of Keeho, Theo, Jiung, Intak, Soul and Jongseob, are tearing up
mainstream music with their electric sound.
Zoë Takishita, 24, proudly considers herself a P1ece—an affectionate
name for P1Harmony’s fanbase—since the group’s inception. So, when she
saw the concept art for “Killin’ it”, Takishita already knew these young men
were breaking the mold with their latest album.
“I really like their aesthetic. I just like how personal they are on all of their
content too. You really get a sense of all of their personalities in every single
video. They’re not putting on a façade,” Takishita said.
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P1Harmony fans, affectionately known as P1ece, gathered at KPop Nara
located at 1263 Broadway.
From February 9th to February 11th, KPop Nara (1263 Broadway) and
a pop-up in Chinatown (located at 16 Orchard Street) hosted a weekend
celebration launching the new album.
Takishita, a Manhattanite, yearned to show her support for P1Harmony
by donning a custom-made t-shirt—which she is selling on her Esty and
Instagram accounts faeriefoxxe—while purchasing a Jongseob signed
album.
Twenty-five-year-old Queens resident Max Phun loves how welcoming
the K-Pop community is and the positivity behind the music from bands
like P1Harmony. He decided to attend the pop-up at K-Pop Nara to show
his support for the group’s first full-length album and meet other fans
where he could trade photocards for his favorite artist, Intak.
“For me, especially the K-Pop community is kind and innocent because
you can vibe with people, and you could trade [photocards] especially when
it comes to pop ups. It’s always fun and it’s a welcoming community,”
Phun said.
Photos by Amanda Moses
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Divas
ON A DIME
Indulge in Decadence
Without the Fuss: The
Easiest Chocolate Fondue
BY PATTI DIAMOND
Whether you’re planning a
romantic Valentine’s Day dinner,
date night, fun party or just craving
a chocolaty escape from the or-
dinary, I’ve got the perfect treat for
you. With this surprisingly easy
chocolate fondue, the decadence is
unbelievable and the effort is mini-
mal. And here’s the best part — no
fancy fondue pot required!
For the richest chocolate fondue,
opt for the highest quality chocolate
that you can comfortably afford.
Choose a variety that you’d happily
snack on. Chocolate chips offer a
convenient choice, and I recom-
mend semisweet or dark chocolate
chips, or a mix of both, for an
optimal flavor profile. Don’t hesitate
to use chopped chocolate bars if
that’s what’s available. Many of
them make scrumptious fondue;
just give them a quick chop before
melting.
When it comes to the velvety
base, strike a balance by combining
heavy cream and milk, ensuring a
luscious fondue that maintains a
rich chocolate essence without
overwhelming heaviness.
No fondue pot? No worries! Whip
up this perfect chocolate fondue in
the microwave or a double boiler on
the stovetop. This chocolate fondue
stays smooth and dippable long
Recipes
Zuppa Toscana (Thick)
BY ELIZABETH LANCASTER
Cook time: 5 Hours
Prep time: 1 Hour
Servings: 8-10 people
Ingredients
1/2 lb hot and spicy Italian sausage
1/2 lb regular or sweet Italian sausage
1/2 c real bacon (chopped)
1 sm onion (minced)
2 clove garlic (minced)
32 oz chicken broth
water
4 lg potatoes (cubed)
ADD THE FOLLOWING IN THE LAST
30 MINS BEFORE SERVING
1/2 bunch kale (or Swiss chard), de-
stem & cut/torn into bite-sized pieces
2-3 Tbsp all-purpose flour
2 c heavy cream
salt and pepper, to taste
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enough that it doesn’t need a
fondue pot. Just using a warmed
ceramic dish works great. Reheat in
the microwave if needed. Bamboo
skewers stand in nicely for fondue
forks.
THE EASIEST CHOCOLATE
FONDUE
Total Time: 15 minutes
Yield: 8 servings
10 ounces semisweet, dark or milk
chocolate chips (about 1 3/4 cups)
or a mixture
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup whole or 2% milk, plus
more as needed
Pinch kosher salt
Place the chocolate chips, 1/2
cup of heavy cream and 1/2 cup
milk into a microwave safe bowl, or
in a double boiler over barely sim-
mering water. Melt the chocolate,
stirring often. Add additional milk if
needed to thin chocolate to desired
consistency. When chocolate is
melted, smooth and glossy, pour
into a serving bowl and serve with
dippers.
With our velvety chocolate fondue
prepared, let’s choose dippers. Aim
for diverse textures and flavors,
organizing them into categories for
a delightful variety.
Cookies and other sweets: rolled
wafers, biscotti, meringues, sand-
wich cookies, shortbread, marsh-
mallows, brownies, Rice Krispie
Treats, pound cake, graham crack-
ers, doughnut holes.
Fresh and dried fruit: straw-
berries, bananas, apples, pine-
apple, orange segments, apricots,
citrus peel, banana chips, apple
chips, figs.
Savory suggestions: thick-cut
salted potato chips, pretzels, pea-
nut-butter pretzels, buttery crack-
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ers, cooked thick-cut bacon. So, whether it’s a romantic ren-
Garnishes: flaky salt, shredded dezvous or a solo indulgence, join
coconut, chopped toasted nuts, me in chocolate fondue that’s as
sprinkles, crushed freeze-dried easy as it is luxurious. Oh, and
fruit, Pop Rocks! leftover fondue chocolate makes a
Here are some chocolate fondue fabulous hot chocolate base. Let the
variations that won’t break the fondue festivities begin!
bank! Explore extracts like vanilla,
orange or peppermint for a unique ***
twist. Elevate the experience by
adding 1 to 2 tablespoons of liqueur Lifestyle expert Patti Diamond is the
— choose chocolate, hazelnut, penny-pinching, party-planning,
amaretto, orange or coffee liqueurs. recipe developer and content creator
Spice it up by adding ground cin- of the website Divas On A Dime —
namon, a pinch of chili powder and Where Frugal, Meets Fabulous! Visit
a drop of almond extract for a nod Patti at www.divasonadime.com
to Mexican chocolate. and join the conversation on
Embarking on your first fondue Facebook at DivasOnADimeDotCom.
adventure? Here are some etiquette Email Patti at
tips to guide your chocolate-covered divapatti@divasonadime.com
journey. Encourage a no-double-
dip policy to ensure everyone enjoys (c) 2024 King Features Synd., Inc.
a clean and germ-free chocolate
experience. Drop the dipped delight
onto your plate and switch to a
separate utensil for eating. Opt for
practicality if there are more than
four people at the table by setting
up two platters of dippers on either
side of the pot, ensuring easy
access without the need for
acrobatics.
Directions
1. You can do one of two ways, Crock Pot or Dutch oven.
2. Brown sausage in skillet. Add garlic and onion. Saute until golden
brown.
3. Add chicken broth, cubed potatoes, and bacon. Add just enough
water to cover the vegetables and meat. If using a Crock Pot, cook on
high 3-4 hours (low 5-6 hours) until potatoes are soft.
4. 30 minutes before serving: Mix flour into
cream removing lumps. Add cream and kale to
the Crock Pot; stir. Cook on high (Crock Pot) 30
minutes or stovetop on med/high (stirring
constantly) until broth thickens slightly. Add
salt and pepper.
5. Like I said, this recipe I have adapted for my
family (we like thicker soups). If you prefer your
soup more watery, add equal amounts of broth
and water until you reach the thickness your
family desires! Serve with breadsticks and
enjoy!
Final Step: Share!
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also check eBay and other online sources to see what toys like yours have
sold for. Be sure to check “Sold” prices, not asking prices. Barbie dolls sell
KOVELS ANTIQUES AND for $12 or less to a few hundred dollars or more. Barbie’s clothing and
accessories sell for a variety of prices. Ertl tractors in used condition sell

COLLECTING
for $25 or less. Some in good condition sell for $60 to a few hundred
dollars. A 1920’s aluminum “Spirit of Saving” airplane bank com-
memorating Lindbergh’s flight sold for $480 recently. It was in near mint
condition.

Insightful Labels
BY TERRY AND KIM KOVEL
Brass inlaid inkstands were
not a rarity in Victorian times.
This one recently sold for $188
at New Orleans Auction Gal-
leries. It features a brass han-
dle, two compartments for ink
pots and a stamp box in the
center. If you turn it upside
down, you can see a nearly
intact paper label on the base. This brass inlaid in stand was
The original paper label adds made in Victorian London. A
value to an antique. It also
provides useful information,
label on its base provides insight
often more than just a mark. into its history.
A label can tell you the
name and possibly the address of the maker or retailer. This inkstand was
made by “L. Leuchars, Writing & Dressing Case Maker,” located at “38
Picadilly, London.” The label mentions the maker also made “Ink Stands,
Chess Men, Tea Chests” and “Work Boxes,” and it includes a crest with a
crown showing a royal warrant “To Her Majesty and the Royal Family.” An
online search for “L. Leuchars” brought up Lucy Leuchars, the widow of
James Leuchars, who took over his business. Later, when their son joined
the business, it was called “Leuchars & Son.” The royal warrant was issued
in 1837, the first year of Queen Victoria’s reign.
***
Q: I have many Barbie dolls and collectibles, Ertl metal tractors that were
my husband’s and airplane banks that I’d like to sell. TITLE: None of my
great-grandchildren seem to be interested. Do you have a price list that
tells what I might be able to sell them for?
A: Old toys sell at house sales, estate sales and garage sales. The price you
can get depends on rarity and condition. Parents buy them for their
children to play with and may even buy the toy if it’s in worn “used”
condition if the price is right. Adult collectors look for vintage Barbie dolls,
banks and farm toys in good condition. Prices for toys are listed in our
latest price book, Kovels’ Antiques & Collectibles Price List 2023. You can
TIP: The longer the cylinder on an old music box, the higher the price.
For more collecting news, tips and resources, visit www.Kovels.com
(c) 2024 King Features Synd., Inc.
ARIES (March
21 to April 19)
Put that
restless Arian
surge to good
use this week by
preparing your winter-weary
home for spring. Also, be more flexible about
accepting a workplace change.
TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Your well-known ability to be
patient is challenged as you wait for more news about a
promising opportunity that could lead you down a new career
path.
GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) A setback in your travel
plans could prove to be a blessing in disguise. Use this extra
time to help close a growing gap between you and a family
member.
CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Don’t let a sudden sense of
separation between you and your partner go unchallenged.
It’s important to make a strong effort to clear things up.
LEO (July 23 to August 22) Use the information
you recently received to make some long-deferred
changes regarding a personal situation. Also, continue to
exercise financial restraint.
VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) That new
responsibility you’re now considering could lead to many
opportunities. But be sure you have all the facts before you
agree to take it on.

LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) A friend

might try to advise you against a potentially risky
move. Ultimately, the decision is yours, but hear them out
before you decide.
You good?
SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) You might feel
justified in demanding an apology, but it might be wiser to
settle things so that today’s adversary doesn’t become
tomorrow’s enemy.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21)

Good news: Expect a more positive aspect to dominate
your personal and professional lives. In addition, someone
close to you seeks your counsel.

CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) A

disappointment can turn into a learning experience. Now, at
least, you know what not to do. Meanwhile, expect more
options to open up.

AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) What

goes around comes around as a friend from the past returns
a favor. Don’t be timid about accepting it with good grace.
You deserve it.

PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Your spiritual

strength helps you deal with a family member’s problem.
Expect some difficulties, but stay with it until it’s ultimately
resolved.

BORN THIS WEEK: You can observe people and situations with
absolute honesty. You’d be a fine social worker, psychoanalyst or member
Reach out to a friend about of the clergy.
their mental health. (c) 2024 King Features Synd., Inc.
Find more ways to help at SeizeTheAwkward.org
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9am-Computer Class for Tablets
9:30am-Acrylic Painting
12pm-Congregate/Grab and Go
Lunch
12pm-Library
12:30pm–Black History Month Movie
Screening/ Discussion: Selma
1pm-Pool Cues Game
9
9am-Computer Class for Tablets
9:30am-Acrylic Painting
Lunch
12pm-Library
1pm-Pool Cues Game
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9:30am-Acrylic Painting
12pm-Congregate/Grab and Go
Lunch
12pm-Library
12:30pm–Black History Month Movie
Screening/Discussion: The Color
Purple
1pm-Pool Cues Game
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9am-Computer Class for Tablets
9:30am-Acrylic Painting
12pm-Congregate/Grab and Go
Lunch
12pm-Library
12:30pm– Black History Month Movie
Screening/ Discussion: Mandela:
Long Walk to Freedom
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