Can You See Macys Fireworks on the 69th Street Pier in Bay Ridge?
Can you see the fireworks from the 69th Street Pier in Bay Ridge?
Some years, you could see the Macy’s Fireworks from the 69th Street Pier, but in 2025, the fireworks returned to the East River and Brooklyn Bridge.
Years ago, we went to the pier and people who were at the end of the pier cheered because they saw fireworks from Manhattan. We were mid-pier and we only saw what was across the water.
If you are on the pier or you are on the Shore Road Bike Path, you will see some fireworks from across the water in Staten Island or Jersey.
1) You will can see fireworks in Coney Island at 9:30 pm:
Do not take your car to Coney Island or you will just sit in traffic – use the train.
Coney Island Fireworks are at 9:30 pm and are amazing! You can stand anywhere on the Boardwalk.
2) People in Bensonhurst say that by the water near Caesar’s Bar is a good location for fireworks (but it gets crowded)
3) Brooklyn Heights Promenade – but you have to get their early because everyone is going to try to be near there.
4) Cruise ships are having parties. Tickets are $70 – $250.00 tickets here
5) This boat in Red Hook, Brooklyn is going to be out on July 4th.
6) We walked around Dyker Heights for some unofficial fireworks. They put on a good show!
3rd Avenue and 74th Street had the sky lit up in 2023.
5th Avenue in the 80’s in Bay Ridge had a huge display last year
Saint Anselm’s Parking Lot – 82nd Street and 4th Avenue
Dyker Heights – around 82nd and 83rd Street and 13th Avenue – amazing fireworks on these two blocks
12th Avenue and Bay Ridge Avenue
12th Avenue – from 75th Street to 79th Street
13th Avenue and 71st Street
15th Avenue and 78th Street
79th Street between 6th and 7th Avenues – impressive display
79th Street between 10th and 11th
73rd and Ft. Hamilton – wow in 2023!
Bay 41st Street – huge display
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July 3, 2025Two Brothers Restaurant Opened on 3rd Avenue
Aldo V. shared the picture of Two Brothers Restaurant which opened at 6830 – 3rd Avenue. I like how they were able to use part of the previous sign – very clever:
Himalayan Beans used to be at this location.
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July 3, 2025Whose Voting on the Casino in Coney Island? Community Advisory Committee (CAC)
A Community Advisory Committee (CAC) with six members appointed by local elected officials will review each casino application. The Governor, Mayor, Senator, assemblyman, Brooklyn Borough President and Councilman will appoint a representative.
Each CAC will hold at least two public hearings, and must hold a final vote on the applications by September 30th.
So far these elected leaders have said who is representing them:
1) Assemblyman Alec Brooks-Krasny has appointed Marissa Solomon, a member of the Coney Island community to serve as his representative on the CAC.
2) Senator Jessica Spanton said she is appointing herself for the vote.
3) Justin Brannan said on Facebook that he is appointing himself for the vote.
These three members will share who they appointed soon:
1) NYS Governor
2) NYC Mayor
3) Brooklyn Borough President
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July 3, 2025Stores That Sell Authentic Labubu in Bay Ridge or Nearby in Brooklyn
1) PigPig Cafe at 7115 – 3rd Avenue.
2) Ebisu Life Store on 8th Avenue between 55th and 56th Streets. $65 to $80
3) B’hurst Collectors located at 1628 Bath Avenue.
4) Monketic LLC at 6403 Bay Parkway
5) Max Funland – . 86th Street and 20th Avenue – $65 to purchase (but they also have them in the claw machine)
6) Sole Café – 5th Avenue and 34th Street
7) Pop Mart – order online and pick up at the Staten Island Mall. See here:
Not Labubu:
Labubu’s sell for $27.99 and up. If you see one for $9.99 or $14.99, it’s probably not a real Labubu.
Five Below sells Lababies:
Ridge Kids sells these style of keychains.
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July 2, 2025For Months, Andrew Gounardes Talked About the Working Families Tax Credit. That Didn’t Happen!
As usual, Senator Andrew Gounardes did not get this tax credit for families. Andrew went on about this for months, Then when it didn’t happen, he didn’t say anything!
Gounardes keeps promising people money, but doesn’t deliver. He did the same thing with college tuition – NYS can not afford to give everyone free tuition.
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July 2, 2025Malliotakis Explains How the Salt Deduction Helps Seniors in Brooklyn & Staten Island
Nicole Malliotakis says there is a lot of fear-mongering about the ‘Big Beautiful Bill.‘ She said seniors, disabled people, children, pregnant women & those living below the federal poverty level will not lose benefits. Click on the video above.
On July 3rd, Malliotakis wrote: “After the big, beautiful bill becomes law, 51 million seniors will receive a deduction that ERASES their tax liability on SS income.”
Democrats have said many people will lose their benefits.
1) Bernie Sanders said 16 million Americans will lose the healthcare they currently have under Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill.” Source:
2) There will be cuts to SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program – families need this)
Some people protested outside of Malliotakis’ Bay Ridge office because they were against SNAP being cut and wanted the Congresswoman to vote against this bill.
3) Planned Parenthood will lose 1 billion dollars.
Councilman Justin Brannan went off at Nicole Malliotakis. She responded:
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July 2, 2025Teen Robbed on Bay Ridge Avenue on July 1st
A 17-year-old was robbed last night, July 1st around 9:30 am on Bay Ridge Avenue between 5th and 6th Avenues in Bay Ridge.
Three men were on Vista Place, the small block that cuts across in the middle of Bay Ridge Avenue to 68th Street.
The men walked up behind the teen. They covered her mouth and stole her purse and Airpods.
Two of the men were dressed in all black. One thief had a grey hoodie and black pants.
The the teen’s grandmother shared this with the community and hopes that someone has information or video. If you do please share with the 68th Precinct.
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July 2, 2025Woman Wanted for Burglary in Bay Ridge
On July 1st, the NYPD shared that the woman above was wanted for burglary. On Thursday, June 26, 2025, at 11:33 pm, this woman forcibly entered through the side door of a commercial business at 660 – 92 Street, in the confines of the NYPD 68 Precinct. Once inside, the individual removed merchandise and fled on foot.
If you have information – DM @nypdtips or call 1-800-577-TIPS (8477).
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July 2, 2025The Bean Post is Taking Catering Orders for 7/4
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July 2, 202595th Street R Train Elevator is Working!
Photo: Tom Hilton
Photo: Tom Hilton
Photo: Emily W.
The staircase on the corner of 95th Street and 4th Avenue – near the elevator is open.
Photo: Emily W.
The elevator has a sign that it is “Out of Service.” But it won’t be long until it opens.
Photo: Janet M.
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July 1, 20258th Rape in Bay Ridge – June 17th – 2:00 am
On June 17th at 2:00 am, someone reported they were raped in the 68th Precinct. It’s classified as Rape. Rape 3 – Someone engaged in sexual contact with someone who could not give consent.
You can see this information on Compstats. https://compstat.nypdonline.org
This is the 8th rape in the 68th Precinct this year. At the same time last year, there were only three rapes. This is a topic in the community that no one is talking about – even though there is a rise in rapes.
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July 1, 2025Bay Ridge July Events 2025
Tickets to the fireworks show are being given out. Sign up here:
Wednesday, July 2, 2025
1) Crafting at St. Patrick’s Church – Msgr Park’s Center from 12:30 – 2:30 pm.
2) The 68th Precinct Police are playing at Shore Road Park from 4:00 – 7:00 pm. Stop by to play!
3) BINGO at Schnitzel Haus at 7319 – 5th Avenue with Tommy Eyebrows – starts at 7:00 pm.
4) Booze ‘N Tunes Karaoke at The Leif Bar at 6725 – 5th Avenue starting at 8:00 pm.
Thursday, July 3, 2025
1) Red, White and Blue Dessert Popup at ALC Grocery at 8613 – 3rd Avenue in Bay Ridge starting at 12:00 pm.
2) Bingo at The Leif Bar at 6725 – 5th Avenue 3:30 – 6:30 pm.
3) Free Family 4th of July Celebration from 4:00 – 8:00 pm at the Brooklyn Army Terminal.
4) AJ will be at The Wicked Monk on the corner of 95th Street and 3rd Avenue starting at 6:00 pm.
5) Breaking News (New Band Debut) at The Leif Bar at 6725 – 5th Avenue at 7:30 pm.
5) Open Mic Night at Kitty Kiernans at 9715 – 3rd Avenue. No purchase necessary to sing or play – starts at 8:00 pm.
Friday, July 4, 2025
1) Nathan’s Annual Hotdog Eating Contest on the corner of Surf and Stillwell Avenues in Coney Island at 10:45 am.
2) Barbecue at The Leif Bar at 6725 – 5th Avenue at 2:00 pm. Max Christopher will play starting at 4:00 pm. $10 cover charge.
3) Coney Island Sandbar at 1904 Surf Avenue
4) Fireworks at Coney Island Boardwalk at 9:30 pm. The fireworks are launched from the beach near Steeplechase.
Saturday, July 5, 2025
1) Booze ‘N Tunes Karaoke at The Leif at 6725 – 5th Avenue from 10:00 pm –
Sunday, July 6, 2025
1) Tour of Old Bay Ridge from 12:30 – 2:00 pm with James Scully. Sign up here ->
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/independence-weekend-tour-of-old-bay-ridge-tickets-1438285262939
2) The Other 3 Band at Hunter’s Steak and Ale House at 9404- 4th Avenue from 5:00 – 8:00 pm.
3) Bingo At Indigo Murphys at 7102 Fort Hamilton Pkwy starting at 5:30 pm. Karaoke to follow.
Tuesday, July 8, 2025
1) Bingo At P.C.’s Bar at 7215 – 5th Avenue starting at 3:30 pm.
2) Head Over Heels (Pop Music) – Free concert in Shore Road Park on 79th Street and Shore Road at 7:00 pm.
There is a preshow by the students from the School of Rock from 6:00 – 7:00 pm.
3) Karaoke at Status Q Billards at 8218 – 3rd Avenue starting at 8:00 pm.
Wednesday, July 9, 2025
1) Crafting at St. Patrick’s Church – Msgr Park’s Center from 12:30 – 2:30 pm.
2) The 68th Precinct Police are playing at Shore Road Park from 4:00 – 7:00 pm. Stop by to play!
3) BINGO at Schnitzel Haus at 7319 – 5th Avenue with Tommy Eyebrows – starts at 7:00 pm.
4) The Bay Ridge Pool League begins on July 9th. Scan below for info or go here:
https://www.brpoolleague.com
5) Booze ‘N Tunes Karaoke at The Leif Bar at 6725 – 5th Avenue starting at 8:00 pm.
Thursday, July 10, 2025
1) Psychic Edward Nunzio will be at The Hom Store at 8810 – 3rd Avenue. Call for an appointment.
2) Open Mic Night at Kitty Kiernans at 9715 – 3rd Avenue. No purchase necessary to sing or play – starts at 8:00 pm.
Friday, July 11, 2025
1) Melodic Mayham at The Greenhouse Cafe at 7717 – 3rd Avenue at 6:00 pm.
2) Cebu Restaurant at 8801 – 3rd Avenue is having a Summer Bash with Bryan Root.
3) Blues Circus will be at The Leif Bar at 6725 – 5th Avenue starting at 8:00 pm.
Saturday, July 12, 2025
1) Tawny Dolley will sing at The Brooklyn Firefly at 7003 – 3rd Avenue at 7:00 pm.
Sunday, July 13, 2025
1) Tommy Andersen and Mary Ellen will be at The Greenhouse Cafe at 7717 – 3rd Avenue starting at 6:00 pm.
Tuesday, July 15, 2025
1) St. Athanasius Rent Freeze Program Workshop at St. A’s from 10:00 am – 3:00 pm.
2) Bingo At P.C.’s Bar at 7215 – 5th Avenue starting at 3:30 pm.
3) MainSail (Yacht Rock) – Free concert in Shore Road Park on 79th Street and Shore Road at 7:00 pm.
There is a preshow by the students from the School of Rock at 6:00 pm:
4) Sip and Paint at The Leif Bar at 6725 – 5th Avenue from 7:00 – 9:00 pm.
5) Sal and Al’s Triviarama at The Kettle Black at 8622 – 3rd Avenue at 8:00 pm. Seinfeld Trivia.
6) Karaoke at Status Q Billards at 8218 – 3rd Avenue starting at 8:00 pm.
Wednesday, July 16, 2025
1) Crafting at St. Patrick’s Church – Msgr Park’s Center from 12:30 – 2:30 pm.
2) Tour City Hall in Manhattan with Councilwoman Susan Zhuang at 2:00 pm (you have to arrive at 1:30 pm to get past security). RSVP by email or phone on the flyer below.
3) The 68th Precinct Police are playing at Shore Road Park from 4:00 – 7:00 pm. Stop by to play!
4) BINGO at Schnitzel Haus at 7319 – 5th Avenue with Tommy Eyebrows – starts at 7:00 pm.
5) Booze ‘N Tunes Karaoke at The Leif Bar at 6725 – 5th Avenue starting at 8:00 pm.
Thursday, July 17, 2025
1) Conservative Party party – This event is too expensive.
2) Open Mic Night at Kitty Kiernans at 9715 – 3rd Avenue. No purchase necessary to sing or play – starts at 8:00 pm.
Friday, July 18, 2025
1) First Bay Ridge Summer Stroll on 3rd Avenue from 82nd Street to Marine Avenue 6:00 – 10:00 pm.
Saturday, July 19, 2025
1) Christian singles will meet at Emphasis Restaurant to have lunch and meet new people!
Sunday, July 20, 2025
1) Blood Drive at Bay Ridge Catholic School at 365 – 83rd Street from 11:00 am – 5:00 pm
2) BINGO Fundraiser for the Ragamuffin Parade from 1:00 – 4:00 pm at the Knights of Columbus on 5th Avenue. Go win!
Tuesday, July 22, 2025
1) Tour City Hall in Manhattan with Councilwoman Susan Zhuang at 2:00 pm (you have to arrive at 1:30 pm to get past security). RSVP by email or phone on the flyer below.
2) Bingo At P.C.’s Bar at 7215 – 5th Avenue starting at 3:30 pm.
3) Rhapsody Players (Motown, Soul, Rock 60’s, 70’s and 80’s music) – Free concert in Shore Road Park on 79th Street and Shore Road at 7:00 pm.
4) Karaoke at Status Q Billards at 8218 – 3rd Avenue starting at 8:00 pm.
Wednesday, July 23, 2025
1) Crafting at St. Patrick’s Church – Msgr Park’s Center from 12:30 – 2:30 pm.
2) The 68th Precinct Police are playing at Shore Road Park from 4:00 – 7:00 pm. Stop by to play!
3) BINGO at Schnitzel Haus at 7319 – 5th Avenue with Tommy Eyebrows – starts at 7:00 pm.
4) Booze ‘N Tunes Karaoke at The Leif Bar at 6725 – 5th Avenue starting at 8:00 pm.
Thursday, July 24, 2025
1) Open Mic Night at Kitty Kiernans at 9715 – 3rd Avenue. No purchase necessary to sing or play – starts at 8:00 pm.
Friday, July 25, 2025
Bay Ridge Summer Stroll on 3rd Avenue from 68th Street to 82nd Street from 6:00 – 10:00 pm.
Saturday, July 26, 2025
1) Bishop Kearney Reunion for all years at 4:00 pm. More Info:
https://is.gd/EGZG64
2) The Dexter’s will play at The Leif Bar at 6725 – 5th Avenue at 6:00 pm.
Tuesday, July 29, 2025
1) Bingo At P.C.’s Bar at 7215 – 5th Avenue starting at 3:30 pm.
2) The Electrix (Grateful Dead Cover Band) – Free concert in Shore Road Park on 79th Street and Shore Road at 7:00 pm.
There is a preshow by the students from the School of Rock at 6:00 pm:
4) Karaoke at Status Q Billards at 8218 – 3rd Avenue starting at 8:00 pm.
4) Sal and Al’s Triviarama at The Kettle Black at 8622 – 3rd Avenue at 8:00 pm. Schwarzenegger and Stallone Trivia.
Wednesday, July 30, 2025
1) Crafting at St. Patrick’s Church – Msgr Park’s Center from 12:30 – 2:30 pm.
2) The 68th Precinct Police are playing at Shore Road Park from 4:00 – 7:00 pm. Stop by to play!
3) Fundraiser for Grandma’s Love at Gargiulo’s Pizza Garden at 2911 West 15th Street in Coney Island from 6:30 – 9:30 pm. RSVP -> https://is.gd/vm4Nqg
3) BINGO at Schnitzel Haus at 7319 – 5th Avenue with Tommy Eyebrows – starts at 7:00 pm.
4) Booze ‘N Tunes Karaoke at The Leif Bar at 6725 – 5th Avenue starting at 8:00 pm.
Thursday, July 31, 2025
1) Open Mic Night at Kitty Kiernans at 9715 – 3rd Avenue. No purchase necessary to sing or play – starts at 8:00 pm.
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