CB 10 Meeting Tonight….Agenda Shows No Answers About High School or Homeless Shelter
Bring all of your community problems to tonight’s Community Board 10 Meeting at 7:00 pm at 15 Bay Ridge Avenue – the new senior center in Bay Ridge!
Whatever you aren’t receiving help for, come and share it with the community. The pickleball lovers will probably be there asking for pickleball courts again.
Community Board 10 put out an agenda that does not discuss the high school or provide any information about the homeless shelter being planned for 4th Avenue in Bay Ridge.
Community Board 10 does not do a good job providing the community with real information. They like to talk about easy things like where to get free recycling bags.
Has 10th Avenue in Dyker Heights received an upgrade the sewer system so the water stops backing up and flooding our neighbor’s basements? We have terrible political leaders who have let that problem go for too long.
Last Spring, Community Board 10 voted against the high school on Ovington Avenue and Councilman Brannan overode them and proceeded with the high school. One person should not be deciding the location of a school! In September, Community Board 10 did not get any answers for the community on why other locations were not pursued. Isn’t there at least one parent on CB 10 that thinks parents deserve answers?
In November, Josephine said one sentence about the homeless shelter and then failed to provide any updates. Why did Josephine not tell the community more? Why didn’t any members of CB 10 ask questions or seemed surprised about the news of a homeless shelter? The homeless shelter’s plans were filed with NYC last Spring – what was the delay to share the information with the community? (Info here)
The agenda for tonight’s meetings has a lot of simple things that don’t need to be discussed – they are dates that have already been determined and can just be provided in a list or on a graphic.
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March 17, 2024Two People Died in a Fire in Bath Beach
A fire in an apartment building on Bay 29th Street in Bath Beach took the lives of two Brooklynites around 7:00 pm. (See videos here)
Two firefighters were injured putting out the fire. (Story here)
RIP.
We are sad to learn that two people have died in a massive fire at an apartment building in Bath Beach, Brooklyn. While we wait for more information, we are keeping our firefighters and those injured in our prayers.https://t.co/p9t827d42B
— Office of Rep. Nicole Malliotakis (@RepMalliotakis) March 18, 2024
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March 17, 2024RIP Samyia Spain – Killed in Park Slope.19 Yrs Old
Twin sisters, Samyia and Saniya Spain were stabbed outside of Natural Plus Deli on 4th Avenue and St. Marks Place in Park Slope at 2:20 am this morning.
The Daily News reported that a drunk man was hitting on the women inside the deli before they were stabbed. (Source)
“One of them guys complemented two girls, walked in with their friends, and they said, no, we’re not attracted so he called them names. They called him names back. (CBS News)
Samyia was stabbed in the chest and neck and died. Saniya was stabbed in the arm and is alright. After her sister was stabbed, Saniya called their grandfather and said, “‘Granddaddy, Samyia got stabbed and she died.” (Source) How awful!
The killer ran away and has not been arrested. They have a picture of him and the store must have video as well. I don’t want to hear about his mental health – he killed a young woman, whose life was just beginning!
Samyia was only 19 years old. She had her whole life ahead of her. Her sister will be haunted by this day for the rest of her life. Please pray for Saniya and her family. RIP Samyia.
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March 17, 2024Councilmember Zhuang and Thousands of People Protested the Homeless Shelter – 86th St.
Today, thousands of members of our community joined together to say no to building a men’s shelter next to our schools, daycare centers, and senior centers. Together, we are calling for more affordable housing, senior housing, mental health services, and improving our programs… pic.twitter.com/lIGI1gVptG
— Susan Zhuang ??? (@susanzhuangnyc) March 17, 2024
Councilwoman Zhuang and thousands of Brooklyn residents protested the shelter on 86th Street. The people do not want a homeless shelter here – they want real housing.
The building they are making here is a 32-room hotel for 150 men. (Story here)
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March 16, 2024March Events in Bay Ridge 2024
Monday, March 18, 2024
1) Our Lady of Angels afternoon book club at 1:00 pm. All welcome. Book: The Women by Kristin Hannah.
2) Community Board 10 Meeting at the new Bay Ridge Center from 7:00 – 9:30 pm (Info from here)
Tuesday, March 19, 2024
Happy St. Joseph’s Day!
1) PC’s Bar at 7215 5th Avenue has BINGO from 3:30 – 6:30 pm. Bingo, Brews and Burgers with Kim.
2) 60th Precinct Meeting – on Zoom
Wednesday, March 20, 2024
1) Seniors 60+ – Paint some rocks at the Bay Ridge Center or Bay Ridge Connects.
2) Trivia Night at Schnitzel Haus at 7319 – 5th Avenue at 7:00 pm.
Thursday, March 21, 2024
1) BINGO at The Leif Bar from 3:00 – 6:00 pm.
2) Grandma’s Love 10th Anniversary Gala at Gargiulo’s Restaurant at 2911 West 15th Street from 6:15 pm – 10:30 pm. $150 a person. (Get Tickets and Journal ads Here)
3) St. Anselm Young Adult Club meets at 7:15 pm.
4) Open Mic at Kitty Kiernan’s at 9715 – 3rd Avenue starting at 9:00 pm.
Friday, March 22, 2024
1) Dinner Drag Show with Gingersnap at Sofia’s at 8406 – 3rd Avenue at 7:00 pm. Last time, this event sold out (70 people went). Call Sofia’s at 718-680-4242 to reserve a spot.
2) Heny Harde’s Class on Irish Whiskey and Gin 6:30 – 7:30. You must RSVP.
3) Ramadan Nights at Le Sajj with Music by Zafer Tawil
4) Tony Travis performs at Hunter’s Steak and Ale House on 4th Avenue and 94th Street starting at 6:00 pm.
5) Karaoke & dance music with DJ Lee at Hunter’s Steak and Ale House on 4th Avenue and 94th Street starting at 10:00 pm.
6) Our Lady of Grace Card Party – doors open at 6:00 pm. Ticket calling starts at 8:00 pm.
7) PS 225 Color Your Tune Fundraiser
Saturday, March 23, 2024
1) St. Anselm’s Brunch with the Easter Bunny. (See order form here)
2) Mommy & Me class at LP Dance Company at 127 Bay Ridge Avenue at 10:00 am. Email: info@lpdancecompany.com Call or Text: (347) 525-4244
3) Bunny Bar Hop in Bay Ridge starting at 12:30 pm. You can register at any bar listed? It just has to be done before March 17th so the shirt order can go in
4) Miss Norway Crowning at 2:00 pm. While this event does not happen in Bay Ridge, the Norwegian Day Parade does (in May).
5) Spring Craft sale from 10:00 am – 3:00 pm.
6) Bay Ridge Solidarity (a new group that says they bang their pots and pans at 8:00 pm every night for a ceasefire but we haven’t heard anyone do this – see here) shared that there will be prayers in the Leif Erickson Park and then a March for Palestine to Sunset Park which will end with an iftar.
7) Purim at The Bay Ridge Jewish Center 6:30 – 8:00 pm at 405 – 81st Street.
8) Head and South Band will play at The Leif Bar at 6725 5th Avenue starting at 6:00 pm.
9)Brunch, Bingo and Burlesque at Hom at 8810 – 3rd Avenue.
10) Disco Unlimited at Sirico’s at 8023 – 13th Avenue. Open Bar and buffet – dance all night to Disco Songs from the 70’s and 80’s. $97.50 per person. Call 718-331-2900 to reserve.
Sunday, March 24, 2024
1) Bay Ridge St. Patrick’s Day Parade on 3rd Avenue Line up at 12:30 pm. Kickoff at 1:00 pm on Marine and 3rd Avenue.
2) St. Anselm Parish After the Parade Celebration 3:00 pm. Reserve your spot here.
3) The Wicked Monk has Shilelagh Law NYC for the parade afterparty on 3rd Avenue and 95th Street at 4:00 pm.
4) Sofia’s Restaurant is having a St. Patrick’s Parade Party from 11:00 am – 3:00 pm.
5) Greenhouse Cafe at 7717 – 3rd Avenue will have St. Patrick’s dinner!
6) St. Ephrem’s having a party after the parade from 3:00 – 7:00 pm.
7) Purim at The Bay Ridge Jewish Center at 405 — 81st Street.
Monday, March 25, 2024
1) This is Reconciliation Monday – all churches have penance all day.
Tuesday, March 26, 2024
1) PC’s at 7215 5th Avenue has BINGO from 3:30 – 6:30 pm.
Wednesday, March 27, 2024
1) BINGO Night at Schnitzel Haus at 7319 – 5th Avenue at 7:00 pm.
2) Trivia Night with Sal and Al at Irish Haven from 8:00 – 10:00 pm.
Thursday, March 28, 2024
1) BINGO at The Leif Bar from 3:00 – 6:00 pm.
2) Rowan Beaird will discuss her book, The Divorcees at The Bookmark Shoppe at 8415 – 3rd Avenue at 7:00 pm.
3) Saint Anselm Young Adult group night at 7:15 pm. All welcome.
4) Open Mic at Kitty Kiernan’s at 9715 – 3rd Avenue starting at 9:00 pm.
Friday, March 29, 2024
1) Good Friday Procession in Brooklyn starts at 7:30 pm.
2) Leifbone at The Leif Bar – Tribute to Brooklyn Bars Founder, Donal Nolan. Starts at 7:00 pm. $10 cover charge.
3) Karaoke at PC’s Bar and Grill at 7215 – 5th Avenue starting at 9:00 pm.
Saturday, March 30, 2024
Sunday, March 31, 2024
Happy Easter, Bay Ridge!
1) The Bay Ridge Salvation Army has a service, brunch and an egg hunt!
See April Events in Bay Ridge Here
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March 15, 2024RIP Debbie Stevens…
We were sad to hear that Debbie Stevens, a community activist in Bay Ridge died suddenly at home today.
Debbie would help anyone she could. Whenever she heard that animals were not being cared for, she called for people to help. She didn‘t hesitate to contact politicians or wanna-be politicians to assist those in need. I remember two Brooklyn residents were homeless and she called on many people to assist them and take care of their cats, which were in carriers in the St. Anselm’s parking lot. Debbie didn’t rest until the animals were taken care of.
Debbie love all animals. She started the Bay Ridge Animal Lovers Group on Facebook. (Here) Debbie wrote this during the Summer near her birthday:
Debbie Stevens loved Bay Ridge and the people in this community.
She fought for seniors because she wanted them to have healthy food. She also wanted all of them to be able to go on day trips with the Senior Center and enjoy life. In 2019, I wrote about her here.
Debbie wanted people in the community to be safe:
She was a good neighbor who cared about people in Bay Ridge:
While she may have been at odds with politicians at times, she cared about their health too:
A GoFundMe was set up to help with the funeral expenses. (See here)
Prayers for her children.
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March 15, 2024Rally Against the Homeless Shelter – 86th St.
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March 14, 2024Applesauce the Dog is Living Well in Bay Ridge
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March 14, 2024Class to Learn About Irish Whiskey & Gin 3/22
On Friday, March 22nd, Henry Harde’s Liquor Store on 3rd Avenue is having a class at 6:40 pm for people to learn all about how Irish Whiskey and Gin are made at the Glendalough Distillery in Wicklow, Ireland! Call 718-748-3686 to reserve a spot!
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March 14, 2024The Pink Place is Opening in Bay Ridge – Milk & Honey Cafe – 3rd Avenue and 94th Street – 3/25
Bay Ridge is excited because Milk & Honey Cafe shared that they are having a soft opening on Monday, March 25th at 7:30 pm.
They shared this picture from inside the restaurant:
MILK & HONEY CAFE is at 9402 3rd Avenue in Bay Ridge.
Congratulations to Jose and his wife!
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March 13, 2024The Wicked Monk’s St. Patrick’s Day Hoodies
The Wicked Monk’s St. Patrick’s Day Hoodies are niceeeeeeeeee! $45 347-497-5152
The Wicked Monk is on 3rd Avenue and 95th Street in Bay Ridge.
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March 13, 2024Voices to End Hunter on March 17th in Bay Ridge
Event at The Ridge and The Ridge Kids 8121 3rd Avenue from 12:00 – 2:00 pm. They teamed with with Voices to End Hunger!
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