SPRING CREEK SUN

Vol. 53, No. 9 Serving The Spring Creek Community Since 1974 May 3, 2024

Happy
Mother’s
Day
See the centerfold for the Health & Resource Fair
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STARRETT JUDO CLUB

LEARN & TRAIN WITH THE BEST Register

JUDO COACH
PARNEL LEGROS Today!
USA JUDO FEDERATION, COACH OF THE YEAR, &
FORMER OLYMPIAN

AGES 5-18
STARRETT JUDO CLUB COST:
$285 FOR ALL SCT RESIDENTS
$300 FOR NON-SCT RESIDENTS
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FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT

MS. E. ROBINSON
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Program sponsored by The Spring Creek Office of Community Relations & Public Affairs
This activity is not sponsored or endorsed by the New York City Department of Education or the City of New York

Do You Have Concerns

S pring Creek Towers’ residents, do you have an upcoming
special birthday, anniversary, engage-ment, wedding,
birth, special occasion or a death announcement that you
would like to let the community know about? About Falling?
The Spring Creek Sun will be running these announce-ments in
the paper. For more information call Pamela Stern at 718-240- Many older adults experience concerns about
4554 or email pstern@springcreek towers.com falling and restrict their activities.
A MATTER OF BALANCE is an

Index
award-winning program designed to manage
falls and increase activity levels.

Sun
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This program emphasizes practical strategies to manage falls.
The Opportunity Hub Hosts YOU WILL LEARN TO:
• View falls as controllable
College Tours & Virtual • Set goals for increasing activity

Sessions • Make changes to reduce fall risks at home

• Exercise to increase strength and balance

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WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
• Anyone concerned about falls

Adults Program Member • Anyone interested in improving balance, flexibility and strength
• Anyone who has fallen in the past
Becomes DPS Officer • Anyone who has restricted activities because of falling concerns

Centerfold Health & Resources Fair at

Classes will be held twice a week
for 4 weeks for 2 hours with a break Class Dates & Time
Mon. 5/6/24 Session 5 11am-1pm
SCT in between and light snacks.
At the end of the sessions you will Wed. 5/8/24 Session 6 11am-1pm
receive an certificate and small gift Mon. 5/13/24 Session 7 11am-1pm
Pages 21 Recipe for Blooming
of appreciation from us. Please
RSVP by calling 718-348-7620.
Wed. 5/15/24 Session 8 11am-1pm

Quesadilla Ring
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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:
Spring Creek Towers Closes May 8
June 12
Section 8 Waiting List September 11
October 9
By Amanda Moses
November 13
On April 3rd, Spring Creek Towers stopped accepting Section 8 December 11
Waiting List applications for all unit sizes and will be closed until
further noticed. According to Twin Pines Management, after over a Please note that there will be no meetings in July or August.
decade of being closed, when the waiting list re-opened to the public it Management will be attending the May 8th, September 11th and
was well-received and a successful endeavor. December 11th meetings.
Please note that any applications received in the P.O. Box after April 3,
2024, will not be accepted to the waiting list.

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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
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Avenue
• Set up Automatic Payments or click Pay Now to make 718-642-2727
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The Opportunity Hub Hosts College Tours and Virtual
Sessions for Spring Break
BY AMANDA MOSES
The Opportunity Hub made sure to offer teens and young adults in the
Spring Creek Towers community a fun and educational experience
during their spring break from April 22nd to April 26th.
On April 22nd, a virtual Junior Workshop Series kicked off the week-
long break with information on how to craft your college list, creating the
perfect opportunity for high school students to begin thinking about their
future careers. This event allowed students to discuss their future goals
and aspirations.
On April 23rd, members of Spring Creek Teen Central and the Young
Adults Program took a trip to Brooklyn College, which was then followed
by a visit to Urban Air Adventures in Middletown, New York. The
members were able to see what campus life and the facilities looked like,
and an opportunity to meet with department heads to discuss the
various classes available. After learning about campus life, attendees
were able to let loose and have fun at Urban Air Adventures.
On April 24th, The Opportunity Hub hosted an additional virtual Junior
Workshop Series, however this time on navigating college admissions.
Applying for college is no easy feat. It takes months of preparation from
On April 24th, members of the
Young Adults Program and Teen
Central visited the Basketball Hall
of Fame.
It was a great trip to Brooklyn College.
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the fees involved, tuition planning, scholarship and grant applications,
letters of recommendation, and more. This virtual session helped
students create a game plan, so they are not overwhelmed during the
college application process.
On April 25th, Spring Creek Teen Central and Young Adults Program
ventured off to the University of Connecticut (UCONN) to the explore the
rigorous sports program as well as other academia offered on the
campus. The Opportunity Hub shared that students were excited to visit
UCONN since they won the March Madness Tournament. In addition, to
meeting students and teachers, those attending the tour were able to
visit the Basketball Hall of Fame in Massachusetts—this was the first
since 2017 that Teen Central was able to return to the Hall of Fame.
On April 26th, the final session in the virtual Junior Workshop Series
discussed unleashing your
college essay. The biggest impression a student has to make in a
college’s admissions application is their college essay. This is the
opportunity for the student to unveil themselves as a person and express
their passions and aspirations. A college essay is the doorway for an
admission’s official to understand who the student is and their potential.
Photos courtesy of Teen Central and the Young Adults Program
Teens and young adults were excited to visit the
Basketball Hall of Fame.
Members were happy to
see the UCONN campus.
The Opportunity Hub
offered virtual and
in-person college
readiness activities
during spring break.
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Pedro’s International Cinco de Mayo Facts

Challenge Tournament

By: Pamela Stern

Three members of the Starrett Judo Club participated in Pedro’s

International Challenge Tournament on Saturday, April 20th. This
tournament was held at St. John’s Preparatory School in Danvers,
Massachusetts. “This is a tough, high-level tournament, I predicted
that they would do well in this tournament. Their performance was
out of this world,” said Coach Legros.
Here is how the Judokas placed at the tournament:
Jackson “JJ” Billups –Silver Medal
Caiden Bernard- Silver Medal
Cayen Altidor-Silver Medal
There was also a guest appearance by Neal Adams, a famous Judo
World Champion Olympian at the Pedro’s International Tournament.
Date When Celebrated : May 5 th
On May 5, 1862, the Mexican army defeated the French army at the
Battle of Puebla. This single military battle signified defeat of a
European colonial power, and a victory for the Mexican people. This
single battle was the roots of Cinco de Mayo.
Note: Cinco de Mayo is not the celebration of Mexican Independence
which is celebrated on September 16th.
What Cinco de Mayo has come to be, is much more than one battle
in the colonial history of Mexico. Rather, it has come to signify Hispanic
and Mexican pride and a time to celebrate the rich culture.
Today, this holiday is celebrated by Mexicans, and especially the
Hispanic community in the U.S. It is a time of song, dance, partying,
and in general a time to be proud to be of Hispanic descent.

Photo courtesy of: Krystal Pena Information provided by holidayinsights.com

Starrett Spring Invitational Judo Tournament

BY: PAMELA STERN

On Sunday, April 28th the Starrett Judo Club

hosted the Starrett Spring Invitational Tournament
at the Brooklyn Sports Club (BSC). There were
approximately twenty dojos that participated in
this tournament including clubs from Massa-
chusetts, Smithtown, Long Island, and Valley
Stream’s VSPAL Judo Club.
ToHoKu Judo Club is from Massachusetts, and
this is the first time that they have participated in
the Starrett Spring Invitational Tournament in 12
years. ToHoKu Judo Club’s coach, Dale Swett is a
longtime Judo colleague of Coach Legros.
“Everybody did a great job. Dominick Bonserio
was super outstanding,” said Coach Legros. “Three
of the newest members of the Starrett Judo Club
are: Elijah Boston, Noa Boston, and Nathaniel Bos-
ton. They did a great job, and they now understand
judo and are on course to compete in future
tournaments,” said Legros.
“The pursuit of excellence is a continuous pro-
cess through life. Enjoy the pursuit,” said by Elaine
Chao.
Now the Starrett Judo Club members are train-
ing as they are getting ready for their very busy Judokas were lined up and ready for the
tournament circuit which includes the following Starrett Invitational Tournament.
tournaments, with eyes on the International tour-
nament that lead up to the US Open in Fort
Lauderdale, Florida:
June 2nd Summer Slam Tournament in
Patterson, New Jersey
June 9th Staten Island Tournament
June 23rd National Junior Olympics in
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
July 27th US Open in Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Photos courtesy of: Jetaun Washington

Dominick Bonserio and JJ Billups helped out
at the scoring table during the tournament.
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Community Organizations
Starrett City Tenants Association
The next SCTA meeting is to be
determined. If you are a SCT
resident who has any questions or
comments, please call and leave a
message with your name and
phone number at 718-642-3892.
Your call will be returned. Join your
tenants association, “In unity there
is strength.”
AA and NA
St. Laurence Roman Catholic
Church, Flatlands and Van Siclen
Avenues, host Alcoholics and
Narcotics Anonymous meetings.
The Alcoholics Anonymous meet-
ings are Fridays at 8 pm Virtually
and Narcotics Anonymous meet-
ings are on Thursdays at 7:30 pm
For more information call 917-627-
0325.
Starrett City-Spring Creek Lions
Club, Inc.
This volunteer community-based
organization meets the 1st and 3rd
Tuesdays of the month @ 7 pm,
Brooklyn Sports Club (1540 Van
Siclen Avenue, Lower Level). If you
are community minded, willing to
help others – join us, feel free to
visit our meetings. For more
information contact Evetter Pilgrim
at 718-642-1820.
SPRING CREEK SUN
Spring Creek Senior Par tners News
Teen Central
Open to Spring Creek Towers
residents only, ages 12 to 18,
Monday through Friday from 3 pm
to 7 pm in the lower level of the
Brooklyn Sports Club. No member-
ship fees. For more information
contact 718-642-7168.
Starrett City Boxing Club
The Starrett City Boxing Club is
available to all BSC members (two
classes per month are free). You
must register with the boxing club
directly 24 hours in advance. You
do not need to register with USA
boxing. Must bring their own hand
wraps and boxing gloves. The
Boxing Club is now located in the
Brooklyn Sports Club. For more
information, ask reception for the
boxing club or contact 917-530-
1219
Sisters with Purpose
Join the conversation. A support/
ministry group created by women
living in Spring Creek Towers. Non-
judgmental and non-denomina-
tional based. Meets every Thursday
evening @ 7 pm For more infor-
mation: Susie Williams 646-460-
4101.
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APRIL 22 2024 IS EARTH DAY!
By Jahiah Wilson, Executive Director of Spring Creek Senior Partners
Each Earth Day, there is a theme to call attention to an environ-
mental issue or goal, to bring people together to inspire change when
we all think of the planet. For 2024, the Earth Day theme is “Planet
vs. Plastic”.
What does Earth Day celebrate?
Earth Day is about celebrating the progress of the environmental
movement and its efforts to help the planet.
How to celebrate Earth Day 2024?
You can help clean a beach, pick up litter in cities and
neighborhoods, or help restore natural habitats by planting trees,
bushes and pulling weeds.
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. A Matter of Balance Workshop hosted by NORC Director &
Coordinator of Volunteer & Events will begin on April 22 from 11am-
1pm. Every Monday & Thursday for 4 weeks.
2. Red Cross/FDNY CPR Training on April 30 from 11am-12pm.
For more information, visit the office of Spring Creek Senior Partners
and speak with Jasmine Jennings to attend.
The staff of Spring Creek Senior Partners is here to assist those
living in Spring Creek Towers who are 60 years and older. You are
always welcome to participate in our many events and activities.
ABOUT SPRING CREEK SENIOR PARTNERS
Spring Creek Senior Partners is a Naturally Occurring Retirement
Community/Supportive Service Program (NORC/SSP) and we serve all
residents who are 60 years or older. Our services are free and open to
all residents of Spring Creek Towers. You can visit Monday through
Friday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm at 160 Schroeders Ave. (G5) or call us 718-
348-7620.
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Save the date to our
Annual Volunteer Luncheon to honor Senior
Partners volunteers and show appreciation
for their contributions.
We hope you can join us on this day.
FRIDAY, JUNE BROOKLYN
SPORTS CLUB
21
1PM - 4PM
1540 Van Siclen Ave,
Brooklyn, NY 11239
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Education Matters
Closing the STEM Skills Gap to Create
New Possibilities for Kids Starrett Early Learning Center
125 Schroeders Avenue - Brooklyn, New York 11239
(718) 642-8724 Fax: (718) 642-3019

Great News!
Starrett Early Learning Center invites you to register your child in school
for the 2024-2025 school year!

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

Starrett Early Learning Center offers a free, high quality, safe, nurturing
4-K and 3-K program from 8am-2:20 pm at two locations:
125 Schroeders Avenue and 1325 Pennsylvania Avenue
All staff are qualified, skilled and dedicated.
Starrett Early Learning Center is licensed by The Department of Health
and have Department of Education contracted classrooms.
We also offer a very limited extended care option for a monthly fee.
(*** priority given to current students)

Register online now!

Follow the steps below:

1. Log into MySchools.nyc

(StatePoint) Over the next decade, it’s projected that nearly 3.5 million 2. Create a profile.
manufacturing and STEM-related jobs will be available, yet 2 million are 3. Select Starrett Early Learning Center (KBPJ or KBPL) as 1st school of
expected to go unfilled due to a skills gap, according to the U.S. Bureau of choice.
Labor and Statistics. Advocates are addressing systemic educational bar- 4. Submit your application.
riers that impact student success in order to fill this skills gap and expand 5. The Department of Education will notify you in May/June if you your
opportunities for young people. child has receive an offer to attend our program.
That’s the idea behind Driving Possibilities, a $110 million STEM career
readiness and community engagement initiative of the Toyota USA If you have any questions, feel free to email or call.
Foundation. Its unique approach brings industry and academia together,
while coordinating nonprofit services that address barriers and societal Ms. Moore, MS. Ed
disparities—all to prepare youth for successful futures. Executive Director
“From machine learning and connected technologies to autonomous t.moore@starrettelc.org
vehicles and electrification, the career opportunities of tomorrow will be 718-642-8724
boundless for those with STEM skills. During this time of rapid industry
advancement, it’s more important than ever to give all young people an
equal opportunity to access rewarding careers in high-growth industries
tomorrow,” says Colleen Casey, executive director, Driving Possibilities.
With the goal of increasing student awareness, excitement and interest
in STEM learning, the multi-pronged approach of Driving Possibilities
includes innovative, hands-on STEM programming from pre-K to 12th
grade levels, professional and leadership development for teachers, and
industry exposure and mentorship opportunities for students. The pro-
gram also addresses students’ essential needs to ensure they have the
food, transportation, mental health services, after-school programming
and early intervention literacy support they need to succeed.
This long-term initiative is already making a huge impact for thousands
of families in such high-need locations near Toyota’s operations in
Michigan, Kentucky, Indiana and Alabama. And while the program looks a
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little different in each location because it is based on the unique needs of
each community, the mission remains the same: to level the playing field
for students facing educational barriers. To learn more, visit
toyotaeffect.com.
“Young people are tomorrow’s problem-solvers, makers and innovators.
But they can face many roadblocks on their journey. Listening to what
students need and then working within their communities to come up with LET'S MAKE YOUR DAY A BIT HAPPIER
solutions, will contribute to thriving communities, stronger local
economies and limitless possibilities for all,” says Casey. WITH ARTS,CRAFTS & MUSIC!

PHOTO SOURCE: (c) Jason Kindig Tue. 28th

Tue.14th
11am-12pm May
May
Brief NYC School Calendar/Closings & 160 SCHROEDERS AVE., COMMUNITY ROOM
Test Dates

May 27th Schools are closed for Memorial Day

For the complete New York City Department of Education school

calendar of classes, holidays, closings and tests, go to
schools.nyc.gov
May 3, 2024
COMMUNITY
From Young
Adults Program
to Department of
Public Safety
BY AMANDA MOSES
Brooklynite Ralph Cayemitte has
always dreamed of working in a
field where he could serve and pro-
tect others. As a child he imagined
that one day he would enlist in the
military, and from there he would
prepare himself for the future.
However, obstacles in life prevented
this from happening, leaving Caye-
mitte devastated.
Falling into a depression—which
he described as a defeated darkness
— Cayemitte isolated himself. Until
one day his friend, Jomar, informed
him about a new program that
opened up at Spring Creek Towers
(SCT) called Young Adults. In-
trigued by a program that offers a
safe space for young adults to socia-
lize, plan their future, and enjoy
Japanese Anime, Cayemitte gave
the program a try and he says it
was the best choice he ever made.
“Jomar suggested we should go
over and try the program because
we needed free time to enjoy our-
selves,” Cayemitte said.
The Young Adults Program,
helmed under the Department of
Public Safety (DPS), and co-founded
by Eileen Level and DPS Sergeant
Charles Royster, was created in
2022 and utilizes the Teen Central
lounge in the Brooklyn Sports Club
(BSC) to offer free recreational act-
ivities to adults ages 18-25.
It was here that Sergeant Royster
learned about Cayemitte’s desire to
help others, so he took the 22-year-
old under his wing and helped him
forge a new path. Together they
worked on furthering Cayemitte’s
security certifications, helping him
to become a peace officer (an indi-
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PROFILE
vidual who works in either the pub-
lic or private sector and is certified
to carry a service weapon and has
the power to arrest someone).
“As it has and continues to be the
mission of the DPS Young Adults
Program to provide a safe and heal-
thy environment for our members
to grow, learn, plan, or simply, just
be; as they figure out the next step
in the development of their life’s
journey. We are happy to share one
of our success stories: Raphy Caya-
mitte is a young father of two that
found out about us by word of
mouth through friends and resi-
dents of SCT,” Roster said.
Two years later, Cayemitte, who
is also a father of two children, can
proudly say that he is officially a
member of the Spring Creek Towers
Department of Public Safety (DPS).
Now known as Officer Cayemitte, he
credits the Young Adults Program
as providing him a light at the end
of a dark tunnel.
“When the opportunity finally ar-
rived for Ralph to apply for a posi-
tion to DPS we all rooted for him
SPRING CREEK SENIOR PARTNERS PRESENTS
and knew he would be the best
choice for the job given his family-
oriented demeanor,” Level said.
According to Royster, Cayemitte’s
success is one part of why the pro-
gram was created. It offers those in
an underserved community an op-
portunity to relax, grow, and learn
from their mentors and fellow
members.
“Ralph’s commitment to his new
and growing family and his desire to
FRI-YAY
GAME DAY
provide for them caught my atten-
tion, and I saw an opportunity to
help this young family to grow and
flourish,” Royster said. “This is
what we do at the YAP program.
“We build bridges and make con-
nections. We understand that
sometimes all it takes is a chance
meeting to change a life…We are
committed to being the chance that
creates the change.”
FRI.MAY 17TH
Level believes that mentoring is a
key initiative in the Young Adults 12PM-2PM
Program since it aids those who are
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in a limbo stage in their life, when
they are still unsure of what the
COMMUNITY ROOM
future has in store for them.
“They are a reminder of how di-
JOIN SENIOR PARTNERS FOR A
verse and open our program is for
anyone that needs it whether a
GAME DAY OF VARIOUS
place for recreation, making new DIFFERENT GAMES.
friends, or mentoring but for Ralph
and Raven (Ralph’s partner) it was
their date night,” Level said. “Ralph
values community and that’s what
Spring Creek is all about! We’ve all
become his cheerleaders!”
Photos by Amanda Moses
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Third Annual Broadway Celebrates Earth Day Concert

Lissa deGuzman, who plays Elphaba in Wicked, sang “The Wizard and I"
during the Times Square's Third Annual Broadway Celebrates Earth Day
Concert.
BY AMANDA MOSES
Times Square became the “Great Green Way” for the Third Annual
Broadway Celebrates Earth Day concert on April 20th.
For the third year, the Times Square Alliance partnered with the
Broadway Green Alliance and NYC DOT to promote a car free Earth Day to
help spread the word on reducing carbon emissions.
It was a bright and sunny Saturday afternoon between 45th and 46th
Streets and Broadway, where hundreds of spectators watched all-star
performers sing hits from Tony Award winning shows such as Hamilton,
Wicked, Sweeny Todd, The Book of Mormon, Aladdin, and more. Hosted by
Broadway’s Ben Cameron and featured Ruthie Ann Miles, Anika Larsen,
Jelani Remy, and more the concert rang the alarm on the current climate
emergency and provided information on steps toward creating a
sustainable future.
According to the Times Square Alliance, “This event underscores the
Broadway community’s commitment to raise awareness about the climate
emergency and inspire actionable steps towards a more sustainable future.
The concert will be simultaneously live-streamed, offering audiences
around the world the opportunity to join this musical celebration of
sustainability.”
Alexandra Socha plays Glinda in Wicked and shared that she has been
trying to lead a low-waste life since 2016. Socha also previously served as
a Green Captain, which is an advocate in the theater department who tries
to implement environmentally friendly practices.
“I am far from perfect, but it has really enriched my life and showed me
all that is possible when we make small changes in our every day. It’s been
very exciting to see the world at large start to recognize how important
those small steps are,” Socha said.
“As a former Green Captain, I love the Broadway Green Alliance. I love
what they represent and are trying to do within our community because
the fact of the matter is theater isn’t always a sustainable business. There’s
trash and there’s lots of like textiles that are you know, I, I go through
multiple pairs of tights every week and things like that, the buildings are
huge and use a lot of electricity there’s so I just think, but I just feel that
they’ve done a really good job at implementing things without making
people feel intimidated or, or ashamed.
Socha wowed tourists and New Yorkers alike as she performed Stephen
Schwartz’s “Popular,” with her outstanding vocals and bright demeanor.
She was joined by her colleague Lissa deGuzman who plays Elphaba, and
sang “The Wizard and I.”
For deGuzman, who is no stranger to being green as she dons the face
paint for Elphaba, shares that she enjoys taking part in Broadway’s Earth
Day Concert because of the comradery.
“It’s a great event to get people together to, spread joy number one, and
then to remind them how important it is to keep our Earth healthy,”
deGuzman said smiling.
Referring to her colleague, Socha’s remarks on the stage after their
performance, she echoed the same sentiment that being green is a team
effort.
“[Socha] had a great quote about how it’s not about one person saving
the Earth perfectly. It’s about all of us doing it imperfectly. And so, it’s just
a really good excuse to gather people to spread joy and just remind us to
keep working to be green,” deGuzman said.
Tony Award winning performers were not the only ones who took the
stage. Members of various programs such as Cassie Okenka Voice Studio,
EPIC Players, NYU Steinhardt, Perkiomen Valley High School, R.Evolución
Latina, and Wolf Performing Arts Center belted out Broadway hits.
Additionally, there were guest speakers from Arts & Climate Initiative,
Earthjustice, Final Strike Collective, HeadCount, IATSE Green Committee,
New York League of Conservation Voters, and Scenery who shared how
attendees can make a difference in creating a more “green friendly” world.
The concert was also presented in partnership with iHeartRadio
Broadway and additional support from NRDC (Natural Resources Defense
Council), Creative Goods, Cup Zero, Le Botaniste, and theatreMAMA.
Photo by Amanda Moses
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A Wellness Affair at SCT

BY AMANDA MOSES

It was a “Wellness Affair” for older adults on April 26th at

Spring Creek Towers (SCT) when The Opportunity Hub held an
afternoon of health resources, fitness, and more.
The Brooklyn Sports Club’s (BSC) sundeck played host to 12
community-based organizations who set up tables with
pamphlets and examples of their products for senior citizens to
utilize. Spring Creek Seniors Partners (SCSP) was among the
group of presenters, offering all in attendance free blood
pressure screenings, referrals for follow up medical appoint-
ments and information on health insurance.
“It’s a Wellness Affair’ was a great opportunity for community
members to get together and learn about different health and
wellness resources right here at Spring Creek Towers. We were
expecting 8 to 10 community-based organizations to attend and
were pleasantly surprised to be joined by 12,” the Senior
Director Of Wellbeing for The Opportunity Hub Nasima
Abdulalim said.
In addition, to learning about the various activities and
wellness options available in their community, participants
were also invited to take part in a free Zumba class courtesy of
the BSC’s instructor Andriana.
“This is great because it really helps let us know about the
different opportunities in our neighborhood,” Phyllis Hall told
the Spring Creek Sun.
“I learned about the Four Seasons Health Home Care, and they said
for a tour they would pick me up from where I live and show me the
daycare and even stay for lunch. There is also a [special] landline phone
I signed up for that can be installed in my home for free for those who
have trouble hearing. You can turn up the volume it also illuminates the
words, your words and then the person you’re talking to. And it holds
up to like 60 contacts, which is excellent,” Hall added.
Other organizations that participated included; the Four Seasons
Home Health Care, Anthem Insurance, The Campaign Against Hunger,
Healthy Steps and more.

Photos by Amanda Moses

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OnlyOneOf World Tour “dOpamine” Hits the Stage at United Palace
BY AMANDA MOSES
South Korean heartthrobs OnlyOneOf are pushing the K-Pop music
industry’s boundaries with a more mature aesthetic and promoting
LGBTQ+ pride as they make their way through New York City for their
world tour.
On April 21st, the bright neon lights of the United Palace Theatre in
Washington Heights served as a welcoming beacon of light for
hundreds of OnlyOneOf fans who clamored to the venue to see their
favorite group perform. Hosted by Studio Pav, the six-members con-
sisting of KB, Rie, Yoojung, Junji, Mill, and Nine gave the performance
of a lifetime performing hits such as “dOpamine,” “Sage,” and an
English version of “libido.”
In addition to a whirlwind performance, there were adorable inter-
actions between the members and the fans, who were also able to wish
KB Happy Birthday, demonstrating the message of selflove and
friendship.
Donning bright glitter eye makeup and clutching onto pride flags and
OnlyOneOf pickets fans—affectionately known as lyOns—shared that
May 3, 2024
they traveled from Ohio, Rhode Island, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, and
Washington State.
Sisters Gillian and Jessica Symolon traveled from Simsbury,
Connecticut so that they could see their idols perform live.
“I find that the way that they push the social norms of what’s allowed
in music and the more mature themes to be really different. Right now,
the market is very overloaded with a lot of the more R&B, Hip Hop
relaxed type of style while theirs is a jazzier form of Hip Hop and more
mature. I find that to be nice and refreshing,” Jessica Symolon, 19, said.
“I think [LGBTQ+] is underrepresented in a lot of the K-Pop where
idols can be immediately described as dating just for talking or shaking
hands [with another person]. So, for them to be able to bring in these
elements that are from what I understand rather touchy subjects I think
that’s very good, even if they are not able to do a lot of concerts or
performances because of it,” Jessica Symolon added.
The concert concluded with members of OnlyOneOf reaching out to
the adoring fans and took their Pride Flags and waved them high on the
stage.
Photos by Amanda Moses
May 3, 2024 SPRING CREEK SUN Page 15

Game Play
Anticipated sion. This new release boasts is said
Games this to be bigger and better with new
stages and characters and im-
Spring proved graphics. Players will have
access to a vault of Warner Bros.
characters including, DC Universe’s
Batman, Superman, and Harley
By Dean Moses Quinn, as well as Looney Toon clas-
sics like Bugs Bunny and Tas-
Spring is finally here along with manian Devil.
the beautiful weather and antici-
pation for the end of the school
Game: Killer Klowns From Outer
year, there are several games that Space: The Game
will be released over the next few
Platform: PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC
months that would make the per- Rating: M for Mature
fect graduation gift.
Cost: $39.99
Release Date: June 4
Game: MultiVersus
Killer Klowns from Outer Space:
Platform: PS5, PS4, Xbox Series
The Game is reminiscent of a 1980s
X|S, Xbox One, PC
horror flick from the likes of Step-
Rating: T for Teen
the Shadow of the Erdtree expan-
sion feature. With a whole new
story taking place in the Land of
Shadow, players must face new
foes and unravel the many mys-
teries that made Elden Ring so
popular.
Game: Star Wars Outlaws
Platform: PS5, Xbox Series X|S,
PC
Rating: T for Teen
Cost: $69.99
Release Date: August 30
Herald as one of the most an-
ticipated games of the year, Star
Wars Outlaws takes place during
the time between George Lucas’
Star Wars, the Empire Strikes Back,
and the Return of the Jedi. In this,
the first-ever open world game,
players take on the roll as Kay Vess
stages to choose from.
as she tries to start a new life, but
gets caught up battling crime syn-
Game: Elden Ring: Shadow of the
dicates and in turn becoming one of
Erdtree
the galaxy’s most wanted scoun-
Platform: PS5, PS4, Xbox Series
drels.
X|S, Xbox One, PC
Rating: M for Mature

Cost: Free (with in-game
purchases)
Release Date: May 28th
Get ready to for Warner Bros.’
hen King’s IT but with an outer
space element. Gamers can play as
the citizens of Crescent Cover who
have to team up to battle an alien
invasion of Killer Klowns, or they
Go
Cost: $39.99 (This is DLC to add
onto already purchased game)
Release Date: June 21
Since the title Elden Ring first hit

MultiVersus a free-to-play platform
fighter videogame that will be
available on the latest generation of
video game consoles which will al-
low cross-play and cross-progres-
can take a ride on the bad side and
send in the Klowns as they take
over the earth. The battles are three
Klown baddies versus seven earth-
lings taking place over a plethora of
Green
shelves, it has earned a series of
accolades including the coveted
Game of the Year Award. The RPG
is back again for another open-
world quest to save the world with

BOYNEXTDOOR Makes Comeback with new album ‘How’

Kotoha Tanaka was excited to purchase her new album.

The group was created by KOZ Entertainment, an agency founded by

K-Pop Nara hosted a pop-up for BOYNEXTDOOR's newly released album
"HOW" from April 19th to April 21st.
BY AMANDA MOSES
Fans rejoiced as South Korean K-Pop group BOYNEXTDOOR (BND)
made their comeback this month with their second album, “How.”
The members of BOYNEXTDOOR have humble beginnings, which
speaks true to their namesake. It is their casual demeanor and easy
listening musical style that fulfills the classic trope of being the
approachable and dependable friend who lives next door, hence “Boy Next
Door”. After making their official debut in May 2023, members Jaehyun,
Sungho, Riwoo, Taesan, Leehan, and Woonhak have already become a
global success.
With their first mini album, “Why” earning No. 162 in the United States
Billboard Top 200 charts, BOYNEXTDOOR are storming through the
music industry and have even entered No. 64 on Billboard’s Artist 100 list.
rapper and producer ZICO, and was later purchased by the renowned
HYBE company. With a prestigious organization backing this fresh-faced
K-Pop group, BOYNEXTDOOR proves to be a force to be reckoned with.
In honor of the newly released album, K-Pop Nara hosted a special pop-
up event from April 19th to April 21st where fans could purchase all
versions of the album and receive a free exclusive photocard and a
cupsleeve.
For 18-year-old Kotoha Tanaka, an international student from Japan,
she wants to make sure she shows her support for her favorite K-Pop
groups.
“I really like their songs and concept. Also, they are produced by ZICO
and I really like him. I wanted to support them since pre-debut. I like their
choreography and songs and I really just enjoy their concepts,” Kotoha
Tanaka, 18 said, “All six of them are really talented.”
Seventeen-year-old, Hannah Marin is an avid fan of BOYNEXTDOOR
and shared that while her favorite member is Jaehyun, she cherishes the
music they make and seeks out their songs in times of need.
“Whenever I am not having a good day, their music is what I play,” Marin
said.
Photos by Amanda Moses
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Bishop George M. Shorts: senior pastor (718) 251-0450

Religious Listings
Andrews United Methodist Church
Rev. Avilo de Leon,
91 Richmond Street, Brooklyn
(718) 235-4621
Bethelite Institutional Baptist Church,
Inc.
Rev. Dr. Robert Linden, Pastor
447 Elton Street, Brooklyn, N.Y. 11208
718-827-0700
Bethlehem Baptist Church
Rev. Larry Camp Pastor
1962 Linden Boulevard, Brooklyn, NY
11207
(718) 257-8300
Canarsie Community Reformed
Church Since 1876
1155 East 93rd Street, Brooklyn, NY
11239
718-649-3759
Changing Lives Christian Center
Pastor & Founder Paul B. Mitchell
1848 Linden Boulevard, Brooklyn, NY
11207
(718) 272-8277
www.CLCCMinistries.com
The Church of the Holy Redeemer
(Congregation of the Evangelical
Lutheran Church in America)
Rev. Stephen G. Marsh, Pastor
2424 Linden Boulevard, Brooklyn, NY
(718) 272-9300
Christian Cultural Center of New York
Pastor and founders: Dr. A.R. Bernard,
Rev. Karen Bernard
12020 Flatlands Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
11207
(718) 306-1000 Fax: (718) 306-1091
www.clc.org
East End Baptist Church
Pastor Woody Proffitt
263 Van Siclen Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
(718) 385-0811
Greater New Beginning Baptist Church
Pastor Earl B. Chester
303 East 98th Street
Brooklyn, NY 11212
718-342-0100
GNBBC303.com
Holy Trinity Russian Orthodox Church
Father Chunov, presiding
400 Glenmore Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
(718) 498-0518
Pilgrim Cathedral of East New York
590 New Lots Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
11207 True Worship Church Worldwide
(718) 927-3354 Ministries
Bishop Clarence Keaton
872-874 Crescent Street, Brooklyn, NY
Sephardic Jewish Center of Canarsie 11208
Rabbi Myron Rakowitz, www.trueworshipchurch.org
9320 Flatlands Avenue, Brooklyn, NY Phone: (718) 485-9703
(718) 257-0400
Southern Baptist Church
Reverend Clarence E. Williams, Pastor
820 Stanley Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11207
(718) 272-4848
St. Laurence Roman Catholic Church
Very Rev. Edward R.P. Kane, VF-
Administrator
1020 Van Siclen Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
(718) 649-0545
St. Paul Community Baptist Church
Rev. David K. Brawley, Lead Pastor
859 Hendrix Street, Brooklyn, NY
(718)-257-1300
Starrett at Spring Creek Jewish Center
Congregation B’nai Israel
Rabbi Mordechai German
671 Louisiana Avenue Brooklyn, NY
(718) 642-8804
Temple Emanu-el of Canarsie
1880 Rockaway Parkway, Brooklyn, NY

Spring Creek Senior Partners Presents

Come dine with Senior Partners at

Our luncheon in your dazzling white
attire to honor all the fabulous
mothers out there!
10
FRIDAY MAY AT 1PM
2024
There will be light refreshments & entertainment.
Due to limited seating please RSVP by calling 718-348-7620
no later than May 3rd.
May 3, 2024
Happy Mother’s Day
“Happy Mother’s Day Mom!”
Love, Nathan, Mollie,
and Maya
“Mom, Happy Mother’s Day, I
don’t know what I would do without
you!”
Love, Pam
“Happy Mother’s Day Aunt
Lorraine!”
Love, Pam
“Happy Mother’s Day
Mommy!”
Love, Precious Madison
“You are the reason I smile,
the guiding light in my life. Wishing
you a beautiful Mother’s Day!”
Love, Jessiah Bailey
“A mother is a lifelong friend
who sticks by, and never leaves. No
matter what choices you may make
or things you do, a mother will
always care and cherish you. That is
what it means to be a mother.”
Love, Kevin Bailey Jr.
“Mommies are smart and
daddies have to help them.”
Love, Kaylee
“Happy Mother’s Day too my
mother, Maureen Bonserio (Moe
Bee), who was a mom to every child,
especially for the children in Spring
Creek Towers. Happy Mother’s Day
to all women who are dedicated in
making a strong, positive impact on
young people.”
Love, Jeremy Bonserio
SPRING CREEK SUN Page 17
“Dear Mom, thank you for
“Happy Mother’s Day, thank
always being there for me when I
you for all you have done for us and
need you the most. Whenever I need
have a great day.”
someone to talk to or advice, you
Love, JJ and Kelsey
listen to me no matter what.”
Love you, Amanda
“Happy Mother’s Day Momma!
“Dear Julia, you are the best I hope I can be like you. I am only
mum anyone could ask for. Thank able to be the mother I am because
you for always being so patient, you are the mother and
kind, and caring.” grandmother you are.”
Love you, Amanda Love, Krystal
“Happy Mother’s Day
and Happy Birthday Mami. Me and
“Mom, thank you so much for
the kids hope you have an awesome
caring for me.”
month!!!”
-Love, Tamyiceh Prospere
Love, Krystal, JJ and
Kelsey
“Mom, thank you for giving
me life and making me food.”
-Love, Amera Newman
“To all the judo moms,
I just want to wish all the moms in
judo a very Happy Mother’s Day. We
are one big family, and we will
“Dear Mom, you are one of always be one. I hope you all enjoy
the great ones.” your day, thank you for all you do
-Love, Ja for all of our children at the judo
club.”
Love Krystal
“I love you mom. Thank you
for what you do for me.”
-Love, Jaylen R.
“You’re a kind and beautiful
woman and We love you mommy
and appreciate everything you do
for us.”
Love, Jadora and Cayen
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improve the cure rate of cancer. suggestions for alternative

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treatment? — B.R.

Hemorrhagic cystitis (bleeding ANSWER: Gabapentin is an ef-

Apple Cider Vinegar Is a
Surprising Help for
Blood in Urine
By Dr. Keith Roach
DEAR DR. ROACH: Recently, I had
anal cancer and was treated with
chemo and radiation. The radiation
burned my insides and severely
damaged most of my internal
organs. One of the aftereffects was
occasional blood and small clots in
my urine. A few months ago, both
the frequency and amount of blood,
especially the clots, increased dra-
matically. The size and number of
the clots got so large that they
blocked my urethra.
During a visit to my urologist, he
looked into my bladder and de-
clared it “angry.” Then he told me
the same thing every doctor has told
me about every problem caused by
my treatment: “It was caused by the
radiation, and there is nothing that
from the bladder) can be caused by fective drug for painful neuropathy,
can be done.”
chemotherapy or radiation. It may whether the cause is known or not.
Shortly after this, I began to take
unfiltered apple cider vinegar in
start within a few months or as long However, its side effect of sedation
as 20 years after radiation. limits its use, and the medicine
hopes that it would improve my
digestive problems. It helped a little,
I am surprised your urologist did needs to be advanced slowly to be
not offer any treatments, as there tolerated.
but the big difference was that I
have not had a single recurrence of
are certainly ones available. Al- In my experience, 300 mg once
though none of the currently availa- daily is not adequate for most
either blood or clots in my urine.
ble systemic drugs are proven to be people, but 300 mg three times dai-
Can you tell me if this is due to the
very effective, hyperbaric oxygen is ly is effective for many. The recom-
vinegar or if it is just a coincidence?
one treatment that is, at least, mended dose in one type of severe
— A.G.
moderately effective. Medicines neuropathy, postherpetic neuralgia,
placed into the bladder and laser is 1,200 mg three times daily. It
ANSWER: No, I can’t definitively tell
bladder treatments are sometimes may take months to be able to get to
you whether the vinegar helped. It
tried as well. this dose.
was probably by chance, but let me
I was unable to find any study I have also had some success
explain a little about it.
that evaluated the effectiveness of with anti-inflammatory medicines
Rectal cancer is often treated with
apple cider vinegar. I am skeptical, as an adjunctive treatment.
radiation, or combined chemo-
but reports like yours of apparent
therapy and radiation, either prior
improvement associated with its Dr. Roach regrets that he is unable
to or after surgery. The dose of
use might convince a researcher to to answer individual questions, but
radiation is quite high compared to
conduct a study to determine whet- will incorporate them in the column
some other cancers, and the com-
her it really is effective. whenever possible. Readers may
plications can be significant.
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bone marrow, leading to poor blood-
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What Every Mom and Soon-to-be-Mom Needs to Know About Their Heart
(StatePoint) Over the last three
decades, the United States has seen
pregnancy-related deaths rise
nearly 140%, and heart disease
continues to be the leading cause.
Furthermore, women who have
prenatal complications, such as
high blood pressure or gestational
diabetes, have a significantly higher
risk of heart disease and stroke
later in life, yet many are not getting
the care they need.
According to the National Colla-
borative for Infants & Toddlers
(NCIT), an advocacy collaborative
working to pass policies that make
it possible for all expectant parents,
infants and toddlers to thrive, the
United States is in the midst of a
maternal health crisis.
This sentiment is echoed by
“Opportunities in the Postpartum
Period to Reduce Cardiovascular
Disease Risk Following Adverse
Pregnancy Outcomes,” a new scien-
tific statement from the American
Heart Association (AHA), which was
recently published in “Circulation,”
the Association’s flagship peer-
reviewed journal.
“Healthcare professionals and the
public alike often think of heart
disease as a man’s disease. While
heart disease is also the leading
cause of death for women, fewer
than 50% of women identify it as
such. This is creating a dangerous
situation for women, especially
during higher-risk periods of their
life, as their symptoms often go un-
diagnosed and untreated,” says Dr.
Sadiya S. Khan, one of the state-
ment’s authors. “As adverse preg-
nancy outcomes become increas-
ingly common, it’s important for
women to be aware of their risk for
heart disease, the actions they can
take to lower their risk if they
experience pregnancy complica-
tions, and for birth justice policy
interventions to take place that will
improve their care during their
pregnancy, and throughout their
lifetimes.”
Many women face significant
barriers in accessing primary care
after delivery. Up to 40% of women
do not access postpartum care, and
only an estimated 18% to 25% of
postpartum patients with pregnan-
cy complications or chronic health
conditions are seen by a primary
care clinician within 6 months of
delivery. Women of color, and wo-
men in rural areas are dispropor-
tionately impacted by barriers to
care that could leave them vulner-
able to further health complica-
tions.
According to NCIT, policy inter-
ventions such as expanded Medi-
caid coverage for 12 months post-
partum in all states, expanded in-
come eligibility for health insurance
programs, paid family and medical
leave, community-based doulas,
and evidence-based home visiting
programs can help promote ethnic,
racial and socioeconomic birth
equity, and help ensure all ex-
pectant and new parents have
access to insurance, care and the
supports needed to thrive.Also sup-
porting women in all stages of life,
and all stages of pregnancy is Go
Red for Women, an AHA initiative
empowering women to take charge
of their heart health. One way they
can do that, according to the ini-
tiative, is by understanding their
heart disease risks, and coming to
their doctors’ appointments pre-
pared to discuss their personal and
family health history and other
factors that could impact their
chance of a healthy pregnancy.
Women can also proactively manage
their heart disease risk factors
during pregnancy and after delivery
using the AHA’s Life Essential 8
cardiovascular health metrics as a
framework. These include: eating
better, being more active, quitting
tobacco, getting healthy sleep,
managing weight, controlling cho-
lesterol, managing blood sugar and
managing blood pressure.
“Stemming the tide of this ma-
ternal health crisis is vital for
families, and it starts with bringing
light to the tremendous need for
better delivery of care to moms and
soon-to-be moms with a focus on
heart health,” says Dr. Khan.
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Coach Legros’ Nutrition Lessons

By: Pamela Stern

Starrett Judo Club’s Coach Legros is back again with another segment Now is the time that the Legrospices will be included into the bowl but,
of his nutrition lessons. Coach Legros teaches the children and their this time there is a slight change to the Legrospices; first the cumin gets
parents how to create meals that are healthy and nutritious, while he sprinkled into the bowl, then turmeric gets sprinkled into the bowl,
explains the health benefits of the items used in the meals. In this class, followed by black pepper which enhances the turmeric, then Legros stirs
Coach Legros is teaching attendees how to make a Quinoa Salad. the contents in the bowl, then he incorporates garlic into the bowl, but this
The ingredients necessary for this Quinoa Salad are: chickpeas, black time he is NOT using cayenne pepper, but he is using pepper flakes and
beans (canned for faster service or you can boil your beans), quinoa (cook then he instructs everyone to stir their bowls. Then Legros takes out a
your quinoa before class), vegan cheese (shredded), olives, avocado, lemon, cutting board, a knife, and a tomato.
vegan butter, celery, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, basil, tomato, He explains that everyone should cut their tomato in half on the side
broccoli, sweet potato, and of course the Legrospices. and then into bite size pieces. Once the tomato is bite size then it can go
Additionally, Chef Marvin and Chef Dana of Fork Flavor come into the into the bowl. He then takes the sweet potato out of the oven and turns the
Nutrition classes to help teach everyone how to properly cut the vegetables oven off. He then spread the sweet potato out nicely. Then he tells everyone
safely in preparation for the upcoming lesson; in some instances, they have to take out their lemon, avocado, and vegan butter.
explained how to select the freshest vegetables. He then scrapes some of the butter on the side of a teaspoon and puts
Coach Legros explains to the class what quinoa is. He explains that the stove on and holds the spoon over the stove to melt the butter. Once
quinoa is a grain and that it has been around for a long time. He tells the the butter is melted, he shuts off the stove and drops the melted butter into
class that quinoa is very dense nutrient. He educates the class by another bowl and with a cooking brush, he brushes it into another bowl
explaining to them that there are six nutrients and briefly describes them. and takes another tablespoon and scrapes some butter onto it and melts
He then tells them that the only items that he will be cooking are the it using the stove.
Quinoa and the Sweet Potato. Once it is melted, he then puts it into the salad and stirs it. Now he
“Turn your oven on and put your sweet potatoes in,” said Legros. He pours the cooked quinoa (this was cooked in preparation for the class with
then explains that the sweet potato is the only starch that can be eaten if Chef Marvin and Chef Dana) into the bowl and spreads it around. He then
you have diabetes and that anything that is sweet should be sprinkled with scrapes the lemon into the bowl and cuts a piece off and squeezes the
cinnamon. lemon juice into the bowl.
The purpose of the cinnamon is to allow the glucose to go even slower He then takes the salad from the bowl and fills it into a small bowl all
into the body. Once you sprinkle the cinnamon on the sweet potatoes, you the way to the top. Then he takes a plate and puts it on top of the small
must spread it out and then you can put it into the oven. Legros does not bowl and turns it upside down. Then he takes the avocado and slices it and
use any water or oil. He then instructs the class to wash their hands and peels the skins off and places it at the top and puts another plate on top of
dry them. it and turns it upside down and now the avocado is at the bottom and he
Legros then explains that quinoa has been around since prehistoric places two olives on the top along with three basil leaves.
times and has multipurpose which include: lowering your cholesterol (your Bon Appetit!
cholesterol thickens your blood and clogs your arteries) He briefly
describes the two types of cholesterol HDL (High Density Lipoproteins-good Screenshots By: Pamela Stern
one) and LDL (Low Density Lipoproteins-bad one), it is a good source of
magnesium and it relaxes the blood vessels. Quinoa is also a a good source
of calcium. Calcium strengthens the body.
Legros tells the class that this Quinoa Salad will prevent Celiac Disease.
He describes to everyone what Celiac Disease is. Celiac disease is where
your body doesn’t digest wheat or grains, which is why people become
Gluten Free.
He then instructs everyone to take out their super bowl and jokes that
even though the Superbowl is over attendees need their super bowl for this
lesson. Legros makes these classes entertaining with his jokes, which
allows participants to have fun while they are learning how to cook.
He then tells them to rinse and then dry their “super bowls” and place
their cut up broccoli n the bowl. He then instructs attendees to take out a
jagged knife and tells them to cut up the broccoli finer into little grains and
place them into the bowl. Next, he tells the class to blend their chickpeas
in the blender, then he tells them to take out their cut up red onions and
place it into the bowl, next the cut-up cucumbers get placed into the bowl
and then he instructs everyone to stir all of the contents in the bowl.
The red pepper is the next item that will go into the bowl, and then he
pours the blended chickpeas into the bowl and stirs it, next the black
beans will be incorporated into the bowl and then they will also get stirred
in the bowl.
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Divas
ON A DIME
Spice Up Your
Cinco de Mayo
with Flavorful
Posole Soup
BY PATTI DIAMOND
Posole soup is a traditional
Mexican dish that is enjoyed by
many on Cinco de Mayo. This
hearty and flavorful soup is
typically made with hominy, pork or
chicken, and a variety of spices,
and is often garnished with lime
wedges, shredded cabbage and
fresh cilantro. The combination of
tender pork or chicken, chewy
hominy and spicy broth creates a
delicious and satisfying meal that is
perfect for celebrating the holiday.
Posole has a long history dating
back to ancient Aztec and Mayan
civilizations, where it was con-
sidered a sacred dish and was often
served during religious ceremonies.
It was believed to have both
spiritual and nutritional signifi-
cance, as it was rich in protein and
vitamins. Over time, posole spread
throughout Mexico and evolved into
different regional variations, each
with their own unique ingredients
and flavors. Today, posole remains
a beloved and popular dish, es-
pecially during special occasions
and celebrations.
Why is it called posole? Tech-
nically, “posole” is Spanish for
“hominy.” But it usually refers to
this traditional soup. It can be
green (verde) or red (rojo), deter-
mined by the peppers used. Pork
posole is most common, but today
we’re using chicken.
What the heck is hominy? Ho-
miny is dried corn that’s been
soaked in a mineral lime bath in a
process called nixtamalization. This
alkali process loosens the hulls and
softens the kernels themselves,
causing them to double in size,
which is why hominy looks like
giant mutant corn.
Without hominy, we wouldn’t
have masa, or ground corn. No ma-
sa means no tortillas, tamales or
tacos. Hominy is easier to digest,
thus more nutritious, and makes
an excellent alternative to potatoes
or beans, especially in soups like
this.
EASY POSOLE VERDE DE POLLO
This green Mexican hominy and
chicken soup is ready in just 45
minutes on the stove, or you can let
it simmer in the slow cooker all day.
Add jalapenos if you like heat. You
can use leftover or rotisserie chick-
en to make it even quicker.
Total Time: 45 minutes
Yield: 16 servings
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 large yellow onion, peeled and
diced
2 cups mild chiles, roast, seeded
and diced
2 jalapenos, seeded and minced,
optional
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 pounds boneless, skinless
chicken breasts OR 3-4 cups
cooked shredded chicken
8 cups chicken stock
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
1 (110-ounce) can hominy, drained
tro, cotija cheese, thinly sliced
radishes, lime wedges, shredded
cabbage, tortilla chips
Heat oil in a stockpot over medi-
um high heat. Add onion and saute
until soft and translucent. Add the
peppers and garlic and saute for an
additional minute, stirring occa-
sionally. Add chicken stock, 2 cups
water, cumin and salt, and bring to
a simmer. If you’re not using pre-
cooked chicken, add the raw
chicken and cook for 15 minutes, or
until cooked through. Remove and
shred. Add the hominy. Return the
chicken to the soup. Reduce heat to
medium low and simmer for at least
5 minutes. Salt and pepper to taste.
Serve hot with your desired
garnishes.
The moral of the story is: If you
want to celebrate Cinco de Mayo
like a pro, remember, with posole
soup, it’s all about the garnish. So
pile on those toppings and make it
rain with diced avocado, cilantro,
cotija cheese, thinly sliced radishes,
lime wedges, shredded cabbage and
tortilla chips!
Just be warned, you may need to
make extra for your friends who will
undoubtedly show up once they
hear about your posole-making
skills. Happy Cinco de Mayo,
amigos!
***
Lifestyle expert Patti Diamond is
the penny-pinching, party-planning,
recipe developer and content creator
of the website Divas On A Dime —
Where Frugal, Meets Fabulous!
Visit Patti at www.divasonadime
.com and join the conversation on
Facebook at DivasOnADimeDot
Com. Email Patti at divapatti@divas
onadime.com

Garnishes: sliced avocado, cilan- (c) 2024 King Features Synd., Inc.

Recipes
Blooming Quesadilla Ring
SERVINGS: 10 - 12 serving(s)
PREP TIME: 15 mins
TOTAL TIME: 50 mins

Ingredients
4 cups of shredded cooked chicken
4 oz of cream cheese, softened
1/4 cups of Buffalo sauce
3 scallions, thinly sliced
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
3 cups of shredded cheddar (about 8 oz.)
3 cups of shredded Monterey Jack (about 8 oz.)
24 small flour tortillas
Ranch dressing, for serving
Directions
1- Preheat oven to 400°. Line a baking sheet with parchment. In a
large bowl, combine chicken, cream cheese, Buffalo sauce, and
scallions; season with salt and pepper. 3-Place a 3”-wide cup or bowl in center of prepared sheet. Arrange
2-In a medium bowl, combine cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses. smaller, pointed end of tortilla against cup. Continue to arrange rolled
Cut tortillas in half. Sprinkle about 1 tablespoon cheese mixture on tortillas around cup to make a ring. Sprinkle some cheese mixture over
one tortilla half. Place about 1 tablespoon chicken mixture in center top of tortillas. Repeat to make 2 more layers. Remove cup from center.
of tortilla half. Starting on the cut edge, fold bottom quarter of tortilla 4-Bake quesadilla ring until cheese is melty and centers are warmed
into a triangle, then continue to roll into a cone shape. Repeat with all the way through, 20 to 25 minutes.
remaining tortillas, some cheese mixture (reserve for sprinkling), and 5-Pour ranch dressing into a 3” ramekin. Place in center of quesadillas
remaining chicken mixture. to serve.
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KOVELS ANTIQUES AND
COLLECTING
Perfume Bottles
BY TERRY AND KIM KOVEL
Perfume is always a popular Mother’s Day
gift. It combines luxury and sentiment and
lasts much longer than a bouquet of flowers.
Perfume bottles are often works of art in and
of themselves, increasing their appeal. They
are popular collectibles, whether they contain
perfume or not.
There is even a major club for their
collectors: the International Perfume Bottle
Association (perfumebottles.org). Antique and
vintage perfume bottles sell well at auctions.
As with most antiques, a famous maker An eye-catching design by
increases the value, whether it’s a perfume by a famous glassmaker
a celebrated designer or a bottle by a well- brought a high price for
known glass artist or company. this 19th-century Stevens
This one, made by Stevens & Williams, a & Williams perfume bottle.
famous English art glass company from the
1840s to the 1930s, sold for $1,968 at Brunk Auctions, surpassing its high
estimate. Its bold color, elegant design and skilled technique contribute to
the high price. The bottle is almost heart-shaped and features a white
flower and leafy vine cameo cut to a bright red ground. Cameo cutting is
an old glass-decorating technique where layers of glass are cut away to
create a design against a different color of glass in the layer below.
***
Q: I have a Montgomery Ward catalog from 1920 or earlier. It is in perfect
condition. What is it worth?
A: Aaron Montgomery Ward, the founder of Montgomery Ward, started his
mail-order business in Chicago in 1872. The company’s first catalog, a
single sheet, listed 163 items. Millions of catalogs were published each year
beginning in the early 1900s. The first Montgomery Ward retail stores
opened in 1926. The last of the stores closed in 2001. The company was
sold in 2004 and was sold again in 2008. It is now part of Colony Brands,
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Inc. and is an online-only retailer. Value of an old catalog depends on age,
content, cover art and condition. Some sell for about $35 to $50. If the
catalog pictures a new invention, old tools or items that have historic value,
it could be worth more. Catalogs printed before 1900 bring higher prices.
Only a few sell for $100 or more.
TIP: Wash art glass in lukewarm water with a little softening agent and
some mild dishwashing soap.
For more collecting news, tips and resources, visit www.Kovels.com
(c) 2024 King Features Synd., Inc.
PHOTO CREDIT: Kovels.com
ARIES (March
21 to April 19)
You might need
to do a bit more
investigating
before making a
career move. You do
best when you come armed
with the facts. Meanwhile, a
personal matter still needs
tending to.
TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Your creativity plus your good
business sense once more combine to give you an important
advantage in a difficult workplace situation. Also, an ally
proves their loyalty.
GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Avoid rushing into something
just because it offers a break from your usual routine. Take
things a step at a time to be sure that you’re moving in the right
direction.
CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Bouncing back from a
disappointing incident isn’t easy, but you should find a
welcome turn of events emerging by midweek. Spend the
weekend with someone special.
LEO (July 23 to August 22) An incomplete project
needs your attention before someone else takes it over and
uses it to their advantage. There’ll be lots of time for fun and
games once you get it done.
VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) Doubts involving a
potential career change need to be resolved quickly so that
they don’t get in the way when you feel like you’re
finally ready to make the big move.
LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) Looking to
blame someone for a workplace problem could backfire if it
turns out that you’ve got the wrong “culprit.” Best to get more
facts before acting on your assumptions.
SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) Patience might still
be called for until you’re sure that you finally have the full
story, which could have eluded you up until now. Also, a
trusted associate could offer valuable guidance.
SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21)
Reflect on your recent behavior to see if you could
have caused the coolness that you might now be sensing
from a loved one. If so, apologize and set things straight.
CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) Easing
up on your social activities allows you to focus more of your
energies on a long-neglected personal matter. You can get
back into party mode by the weekend.
AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) A
dispute with a colleague can be resolved peacefully
once you both agree to be more flexible about the positions
you’ve taken and allow the space for more open-minded
discussions.
PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Volunteering to take on
added responsibilities could be a risky way to impress the
powers that be. Only do it if you’re sure that you won’t be
swept away by the extra workload.
BORN THIS WEEK: Your sense of self-awareness allows you to
make bold moves with confidence and security.
(c) 2024 King Features Synd., Inc.
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targeting these components for the precious metals contained inside.
Spot catalytic converter theft in your neighborhood.
Call 911 if you:
 Observe a vehicle double-parked in the street
 See a car jacked up with an individual lying underneath it
 Hear the sound of metal being cut
To prevent catalytic converter theft, use common sense and follow these tips:

• Park in well-lit areas

• Park close to building entrances or near a busy street

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

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

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

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