Brannan Hasn’t Been Good on Standing Up Against Antisemitism in Bay Ridge

Tonight Justin Brannan said at the debate, “We can’t pick and choose what we condemn…if you call out antisemitism, you have to call out Islamophobia.”

But Councilman Brannan hasn’t been good about calling out Antisemitism when it’s come to Bay Ridge.

1) On December 26, 2021, Suleiman Othman, 28 from Staten Island punched Blake Zavadsky, 21 twice and tossed iced coffee on him because Zavadsky wore an Israel Defense Forces sweatshirt in Bay Ridge.

Both Councilman Brannan and Senator Gounardes tweeted and then didn’t do anything.

Because Brannan and Gounardes did not take action, both Democrats and Republicans in Brooklyn did! Ari Kagan and Inna Vernikov held a large protest. (See here)

Shahana Hanif, Alexa Aviles and Tiffaney Caban came to Bay Ridge to talk to people about hate. Justin Brannan did not join these Councilmembers!

In May 2023, Suleiman Othman plead guilty to third-degree assault as a hate crime. People were glad to see Othman received a 60-day jail term and three years probation. (Info)

2) When “Death to America” and “Death to Israel” were chanted in Bay Ridge, it took Councilman Brannan seven days to speak out against the hate in a PRIVATE Facebook group. (Info here) Our community isn’t the private FB group.

I don’t know why Brannan and Gounardes did not take a strong stance against this ridiculous chant!

Brannan and Gounardes did call out hate against Palestinians faster (which is good), but again – it’s just tweets – not action! (See here)

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Masquerade Halloween Dinner Party – Bay Ridge

There is a MASQUERADE Halloween Dinner Party this Saturday, October 28th at Puertas Restaurant at 8324 – 3rd Avenue in Bay Ridge! (See their food here)

Come in your best classy and fancy Masquerade theme costume and enjoy the sound of Latin Guitarist @salvo_musica  Get ready for delicious specials of authentic Latin cuisine

NOTE: The Best costumes win prizes!

For reservations: Go here or Call: 347-492-0990

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Beautiful Bay Ridge House

Real Houses of Bay Ridge shared this beautiful home in Bay Ridge.

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Channel 1 Debate for District 47 Tonight

Tonight at 7:25 pm, Channel 1 is hosting a debate between Ari Kagan and Justin Brannan for District 47’s City Council seat.

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CPR Class in Bay Ridge – Saturday, October 28th

An American Heart Association CPR & AED Class is being given in Bay Ridge.

This Stress-Free American Heart Association class is designed for people who wish to learn CPR & how to use an AED. This “hands on” learning class covers CPR skills for infants, adults, and children; how to help an infant, child, or adult who is choking; and use of an AED for children and adults.

Date: Saturday, October 28, 2023

Time: 9am till 11am & 5pm till 7pm

Location: Bay Ridge Brooklyn

This class is about 2 hours in length.

Each person is given an American Heart Association Heart Saver CPR & AED manual and a plastic face shield. The members who are taking the certification class will be given an American Heart Association Heart Saver CPR & AED Card which is valid for two years.

Cost: $85.00 per person for certification

$65.00 per person for non-certification

Please leave a comment or send a private message to Kristopher if you like to sign up for this class. [email protected].

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Trading Night at E&J – Cards & Funko Pops

On Friday, October 27th, E & J is having Halloween Trade Night a 6906 – Fort Hamilton Parkway from 7:00 – 9:30 pm.

Trade cards and Funko Pops – this is for all collectors to trade their doubles!

Costume Contest ! $3.00 per person includes pizza and prizes!

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Gunpoint Robbery at Magen David School

Shomrim’s Photo

There was an armed robbery in front of Magen David Yeshiva at 2130 McDonald Avenue.

Ari Kagan shared the crime with the community on Facebook (above) Twitter (x) below. Kagan is professional and always updates the community quickly.

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Shiba Inu Found in Bay Ridge 10/23

A Shiba inu dog with cataracts in both eyes was found in Bay Ridge!

A kind Ridgite found your dog on 67th Street and Colonial Road!

Contact Mara here

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Bay Ridge Remembers John Fahy – October 28th

John Fahey, the former co-owner of Circles Restaurant died. Read about him here.

What’s a Hoo-Rah?

RIP John. Thanks for taking such good care of Bay Ridge.

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Assemblyman Chang is Having a Townhall 10/24

Assemblyman Chang is having a Townhall tomorrow night at New Utrecht High School at 1601 – 80th Street from 6:30 – 8:30 pm.

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Planned Flyover for Today

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Bay Ridge Heads Up When Parking and Withdrawing Money From Bank ATMs

Two people driving a white Honda are targeting Ridgites who drive up to ATM machines at banks……especially older woman, who don’t speak English well.

This man made a Tik Tok video because someone he loves was targeted at the bank on 69th Street. He doesn’t want anyone else to be robbed.

While a Bay Ridge woman is in the bank, they will slash her tire while she is in the ATM.

Then she comes out of the bank, one person will go to speak with her and offer her help with the tire. The other person will go in your car and take the money you withdrew.

The car they are driving is a white Honda. It has temporary plates which came up as a Mercedes.

Watch the video:

If someone approaches you at your car, get in and drive away or call 911 for help.

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