Oct 3, 2003
NOTICES AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
GALAXY BUS RIDERS PLEASE TAKE NOTE: ON YOM KIPPUR, MONDAY, OCTOBER 6, 2003 THERE WILL BE LIMITED BUS SERVICE -- ONLY THE 7:50 AM BUS WILL RUN.
ALSO, FROM MONDAY, OCTOBER 6, TO THURSDAY, OCTOBER 9, THERE WILL BE CONSTRUCTION ON HILLSIDE ROAD FROM BLVD. EAST TO RIVER ROAD. PLEASE BE PREPARED FOR DELAYS, ESPECIALLY ON FERRY ROAD.
LEGAL OPINION LETTER FROM GENERAL COUNSEL IS NOW AVAILABLE
The Legal Opinion Letter from Buckalew, Frizell & Crevina regarding potential window replacement is now available and can be picked up in the GTCA Management Office.
New SAFE KIDS DAY ROAD CLOSING
On Saturday, October 11, Boulevard East from 69th St. to 71st St. and the Galaxy Driveway will be closed from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM for the Annual Guttenberg Safe Kids Day. Rain Date is October 12.
GTCA BLOOD DONOR DRIVE
Blood is urgently needed, so please roll up your sleeve on Monday, November 3rd in the Spa lounge and join your Galaxy neighbors. The drive is on from 4:00 PM to 9:30 PM.
New APPLE PICKING
APPLE PICKING TIME is here again! Join Steve and Carole Rosen on Saturday, October 4th for a fun afternoon of picking apples, fresh vegetables, and of course, PUMPKINS. There is a 'children's village' of child size houses to play and climb in as well as barnyard animals to watch and feed. Call Carole for info (after 12 noon) at 201-662-8440.
GUTTENBERG BOARD OF EDUCATION SURVEY
The Guttenberg Board of Education is conducting a survey of Guttenberg residents to obtain community input concerning several issues related to the school system. Input will be considered by the Board of Education in setting current and long-term priorities for the educational system. Survey forms are available in the Community Affairs Cubbies in the Tower lobbies and outside the Spa. The surveys were due back on September 26, however, they are being accepted after that date. Drop off your survey responses with the Clerk at Town Hall or mail them to the address indicated on the survey form. The quality and cost of education provided to the children of Guttenberg is of critical importance to every resident and we urge you to take the time to obtain a survey, fill it out and return it to the School Board for consideration.
New LOCKBOX UPDATE
The Lock Box is up and running. Please remember to include your remittance stub. The information shown on the encoding of your statement contains vital information the bank needs to process your payment. Failure to include this remittance stub will result in delayed processing of your payment and may incur late fees. Once again, thank you for your cooperation in getting this system together. If you have any questions, please call Mary Ellen at 201-453-2412 or Linda at 201-453-2414.
New CHESS CHAMPIONSHIP
You are invited to the 1st Galaxy Chess Championship on Saturday, October 18 at 2:00PM in the Spa Lounge. Witness a lecture by Galaxy resident and Female Grandmaster, Anjelina Belakovkaia, and play for prizes and the Galaxy title. Check the cubbies for more information and on how to RSVP or contact Charles Ntamere at 201-662-0944. Meet your fellow Galaxy chess players while having a great time!
New PING PONG AND POOL TOURNAMENTS
Join in the fun for friendly games during our Ping Pong and Pool Tournament. As part of our new programming for Channel 26, we invite you to participate and play against randomly chosen opponents, surrounded by cheering onlookers.
GALAXY BOOK CLUB
The book for the October 15 will be Empire Falls by
Richard Russo.
The book for the November 19 will be At Paradise Gate by
Jane Smiley.
The group meets at 8:00 PM in meeting room #3 in the Spa. Contact Florence Friedman at
201-854-1268 with any questions.
New BEER TASTING
On October 22 the Social & Cultural Committee will be hosting the First Annual Galaxy International Beer Tasting Event at 8:00 PM in the Spa Lounge. The cost is only $6 per person and you can sign up in the Spa. You must be 21 or over to attend.
FRIDAY NIGHT MOVIES
The movie for Friday, October 3 will be Catch Me If You Can starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Tom Hanks.
New CREATIVE EYE:
On October 23rd the theme of "Reflections" will be exhibited in our gallery on the fourth floor outside the Spa Lounge. If you would like to see your artwork hanging in our gallery, join the club. We'd love to have you.
Guttenberg BOARD OF EDUCATION SPECIAL MEETING
A caucus of the Guttenberg Board of Education will be held on Wednesday, October 9, 2003 at 6:00 PM in the cafetorium of the Anna L. Klein School, 301 69th Street, Guttenberg, immediately followed by a Regular Meeting at 7:30 PM. Tentative Agenda: Communications, Committee Reports, Requisitions, Resolutions, Payment of Claims and miscellaneous other business.
PET OWNERS:
Please curb your pets. Do not allow them to do their business on Galaxy property, except in the designated dog parks. Our security staff has been instructed to report violators to the management office for further action.
New DSL/LOCAL & LONG DISTANCE RATES
Galaxy Residents who use Verizon DSL can now call Verizon Customer Service at (800) 567-6789 and request the special Galaxy rate which should enable the reduction of monthly fees from the typical $39.99/mo to $29.99/mo. In addition, the service will be bumped up to the next higher speed at no extra charge. For more information contact Ted Pozniakoff at 201-869-4473.
CHILDREN'S FALL CLASS SCHEDULE
Watch your cubbies for details of the classes being offered this fall in the building. This includes the return of such old favorites as Music with Mr. Joe, Story and Craft with Jan McKee and Tiny Music Makers with Kathy Moberly. We will also be offering new classes. Please contact Helen Wood at 201-868-8260 if you have any questions.
HOLIDAY BAZAAR
Vendors are Wanted for the Annual Holiday Bazaar -Arts & Crafts at The Galaxy Mall Sunday, December 7th, 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM. There is a $25 charge per Booth Space and a $30 charge per Prime Booth Space. Application forms can be found in your tower cubbies.
THE FRONTDESK.NET IS AVAILABLE
To initiate your personal profile, e-mail your first and last name, the address of your building and your apartment number at password@thefrontdesk.net. They will then forward a User ID and Password to you. If you have any questions, e-mail them at info@thefrontdesk.net.
New PACKAGE DELIVERIES
Our lobbies have limited storage space for packages that are received for residents. Please pick up your packages promptly when notified. If you know that you will be away and are expecting a package, please leave a "Permission to Enter" and our staff, accompanied by Security will deliver your package and place it inside your apartment door. Effective immediately, large packages will no longer be left in the lobbies but will be transferred to a safe holding location.
New KINDERDANCE
Kinderdance is a one hour weekly class for children ages 3 to 5. The Galaxy Towers Parents Committee is organizing a class for Galaxy children in that age range. Kinderdance programs blend educational concepts with various forms of movement and dance. The cost is $55 per month for one hour per week. A one time fee of $15 will be charged upon registration. A 10% discount applies for siblings. Class starts Monday October 6, from 5:30 PM. to 6:30 PM in the 4th floor jumping room. Please use the forms in the Tower cubbies to sign up.
New BE A GALAXY SINGER!
The Galaxy Singers group is looking for people who like to sing and would like to be part of our holiday celebrations here at the Galaxy. Regular Monday meetings will resume on Monday September 8, 8 PM in Spa Room #3. No experience or music training is required. Come on down any Monday evening from 8-9 and see if becoming a Galaxy Singer is for you!
THE GALAXY SPA PRESENTS TAI CHI CHUAN AND CHI KUNG CLASSES
Classes taught by Roy Lucianna will be held Wednesday Evenings from 6-7:20 PM in the Adult Activities Room starting September 17. The cost is $120 for a 12 week session. Sign up at the Spa Desk.
NOTICE ABOUT WEBSITES
The only 'official' and valid website for The Galaxy can be found at http://www.galaxy-condo.com. Any other websites with the Galaxy name are not endorsed or reviewed by management, and may contain inaccurate information.
Sherri Steiner
Office Manager
Galaxy Towers Condominium Association