Bay Ridge’s CEC 20 Meeting on September 13th

The Community Education Council for District 20 will hold a meetings on September 13th at 6:00 PM either online (register here) or in person at J.H.S. 259 William McKinley – 7305 Fort Hamilton Pkwy, Brooklyn, NY 11228

You can watch the August Community Education Council 20’s meeting here.

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Burglary in Dyker Heights –

The Citizen App is showing a report of a burglary. (See here)

This home is across the street from the park on 86th Street. Hopefully, everyone is alright.

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Adopt Chloe the Dog in Bay Ridge

Chloe is a beautiful 1.5 year old dog in need of a forever home.

Chloe’s heart is full of love, but she can anxious in the presence of other dogs and cats.

Chloe could use some patient socialization. She longs for someone who adores dogs and understands that with time and care, she’ll blossom into a loyal and affectionate companion. (Contact Suzanne)

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Queens Families Protest Prostitution Today

In Queens, families protested prostitutes working in their area. This is happening during afternoon hours. (See video)

People in Queens marched in the rain from the Post Office on 37th Avenue and onto Roosevelt Ave. The people demanded a safe, clean and crime-free community!

Decades ago, my Mother led a protest of mothers against the prostitutes on 3rd Avenue and 60th Street in Sunset Park.

How did NYC change SO MUCH after Senate Bill S1351 was passed? (See here)

Andrew Gounardes co-sponsored the legislation:

Prostitutes are now seen as the victims. They are all over that Queens neighborhood. (See story here)

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Dyker Heights Civic Association Meeting 9/12

The Dyker Heights Civic Association will meet at St, Philips Parish hall on 80th Street and 11th Avenue at 7:30 pm on Tuesday, September 12th.

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Rent a Party Room in Bay Ridge and Nearby in Brooklyn

Many people have asked me – Where can I rent a place in Bay Ridge and have a party? Some of the places allow you to BYOB, some don’t. 

Rent a Place and Bring the Food and Decorations Yourself! 

1. Trinity Church – 9020 – 3rd Avenue (Across the street from Foodtown) Contact: Linda 347-366-8836 for a tour – $60 per hour (yes this used to be cheaper, but they raised their rates). It is able to fit up to 40 people. Book far in advance. No alcohol allowed here. *Take a look at the room before you rent it as it might need a lot of decorations.

2. The basement of St. Mary’s Orthodox Church is nice. 192 81st St (81st St and Ridge Blvd)    718-238-8008  [email protected]

4. St. Patrick’s Church  4th Avenue and 95th Street rents space for businesses and meetings, but not for private events (like parties). 718-238-2600 x 10

5. St Philip’s  1072 80th Street has one large room. $100 an hour   718-745-2505   see pic 

7. Christ Church 7301 Ridge Boulevard  718-745-3698 – 4 hours for $500 – includes tables and chairs (no alcohol). This also includes use of their outdoor area as well (BBQ?)   Christchurchbayridge.org 

8. St. Andrew the Apostle Church   6713 Ridge Boulevard.  St. Andrew’s rents out the lower church – Kiernan Hall for private parties on some Saturday and Sunday evenings from 6-11 pm. It holds up to 100 people. $1000 includes set-up, clean up and lock up. Contact Fr. Greg 718-680-1010.  From their weekly bulletin:

9. The Bay Ridge Jewish Center rents out a large room – but not on Friday nights and not on Saturday (think Sunday bridal showers or a Sunday birthday or anniversary party). The BRJC is at 405 – 81st Street (on Fourth Avenue). Fill out form here for more info. You can bring your own food and drinks.

10.John Hughes Knights of Columbus 1305 – 86th Street   718-259-8840 – they do not rent their room out without their food/drinks. You have to purchase the whole party from there 50-60 people fit in the small room 110-170 fit in the large room. Either room it’s $40 a person (beer, wine and soda) or $50 a person (open bar). But they do have a menu without liquor – it’s called the bereavement menu and it’s $20.50 per person (no alcohol) – see the last page here

11. St. Finbar Church 1839 Bath Avenue – You can rent out the Msgr. Scanlan Parish Center – see form here.   All Non-Parish Organization and Civic Societies are required to compensate St. Finbar Parish for use of facilities at a fair and reasonable market rate. All negotiations are to be finalized by the pastor prior to authorization of the requested event. Parish Organizations will be charged an Insurance Rider fee of $150 for certain events depending on their religious nature. Non-religious and civic organizations must supply and Insurance Certificate. See bottom of form

12. Lief Bar 6725 – 5th Avenue in Bay Ridge (718) 680-0016 rents the back which includes tables, chairs and the outside patio. Bring your own decorations & food. Drinks are bought from them. People rent it to have birthday parties or reunions. It actually looks nice inside.

13. Old Stone House – $350 for 4 hours ($100 for an extra hour). You can rent the room and bring in food. They have table and chairs that you can setup. The kitchen is very small and you can’t cook here, but there is a refrigerator and sink there. 

14. Knights of Columbus 349 Quentin Road (near McDonald Avenue) – Call Aldo 646-657-3272 – you can bring your own food and beverages. The place was renovated about 4 years ago. I have gone to several baby showers here and they are very nice. 

15. Knights of Columbus (Cavallero) 7211 20th Avenue Call: John 732-673-1788 – You can bring a bounce house for your child’s birthday party here!      8 tables and 70 chairs – 2 bathrooms  – room fits: holds up to 70 kids with stuff and 80 people.  Cost: $599 (updated 5/19)

Party from 2 pm – 6 pm or 7 pm -11 pm (come one hour before to setup and decorate)

16. Ancient Order of Hibernians (AOH) at  2750 Gerritsen Avenue in Brooklyn.   718-891-6622.  It looks like a nice party room.

17.Sheepshead Bay Yacht Club – You can bring your own caterer. Nice looking room – see here

18. Floyd Bennett American Legion Post #1060   5601 Avenue N, Brooklyn, New York 11234

19. Hudson River Yacht Club 2101 Bergen Ave, New York, New York 11234

20. Knights of Cardinal Stritch   349 Quentin Road, Brooklyn  718-376-9570 – Newly renovated….looks nice.  McDonald ave and Quentin road

21. Brooklyn Arts Exchange (BAX) 421 Fifth Avenue in Park Slope $350 for 2 HUGE dance studios-the whole 2nd floor. (718) 832-0018 or email [email protected] You can see if it is available here: http://thebuilding.bax.org 

22.  Knights of Columbus 8122 5th Avenue  718-745-9175

24. The Swedish Football Club down the block   725 65th St, Brooklyn, NY 11220 718- 745-9804

25. Widdi Hall 56th Street and 6th Avenue – area not to good, but people have parties here all the time. I have never been to a party here, but the place always has music playing and cars outside.

26. Party Room 4824 – 4th Avenue    718-857-7920 

$600 for 5 hours on Friday night or Saturday 12-5 pm. Can hold 74 people (chairs and tables included)

$800 for Saturday night 7 – 12 pm.

 27. Angel’s Party Hall   357 49th Street  347-965-6734

$1250-  6 hours – on any day. Tables, chairs and linens included.

Bring a computer to use their system.

28. You could have a party in the park – it’s free, unless you have more then 20 people – then you need a permit (and people do it without the permit. See here

29. Moose Club  7711- 18th Avenue  (718) 256-7100  – $1000 to rent a big, clean room which fits 100 people comfortably for four hours. You must buy the beer, wine and soda from them – $8.50 per adult and $3 per child. You can use the caterers next door to the Moose Club (see C&C Catering here).  They have an old music system so you can not hook up an ipod (bring your own speakers)

30. Rent a kitchen loft in Manhattan for $150 an hour or $1000 a day. There’s another one at 158 Grand Street – $1000 for 8 hours

31. The People’s Playground in Coney Island rents out two spaces – neither is cheap, but I am putting it here because someone may need a unique party spot.

32. Gjoa Club [email protected]  or  [email protected] 850 62nd St, Brooklyn, NY 11220

I wonder if OLPH School would rent out St. Gerard Hall?  

Restaurants in Bay Ridge with Reasonable Brunch or Party Menus

Greenhouse Cafe has a 30 person minimum and is $42/person for their Brunch buffet. Plus tax and 19% gratuity. 

The Wicked Monk has a party room so it can hold a lot more people now. The food is good, the service is good and the prices are fair. 

Since I wrote this list, there are some businesses that rent their place including:

1.. Young Love Photography Studio   Send message – see site.

2, Frankie’s Pizzeria 279 – 71st Street – nice spot for a baby shower small

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68th Precinct Police on 86th Street in Bay Ridge

Photo from Video

The 68th Precinct Police were on 86th Street arresting a man. (See Video)

The Citizen app shared that a man was assaulted with a knife on 86th Street between 4th and 5th Avenue around 4:45 pm today.

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Changes in Building Zoning-CB 10’s Meeting

Community Board 10 Zoning Meeting for September. (See video)

1) The Hebrew Academy For Special Children (HASC) School at 6220 14th Avenue serves children. This is for children 5-20 years old with special needs. It is for both girls and boys. This 8000 square ft school has been at this location for 40 years.

They want to make an extension to add a gymnasium, occupational therapy area and an open play area on the roof.

An elevator would be added to make the building accessible. They aren’t adding more students to the building.

The public was told about the meeting, but no one spoke at the meeting.

CB 10 voted in favor of the extension.

2) A homeowner on Harborview Terrace wants to extend her home. The plans are to change the pointed roof so there is room in the attic. (108 sq. feet)

The public was told about the meeting. One person came and asked the question: “Have the houses on Narrows Avenue been advised?” Yes. Will the frontage on the 1st and 2nd floor match? Yes.

3) Two variances were requested for Bay Ridge Prep

The Committee voted in favor of the two variances for the school.

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Socceroof in Sunset Park Has a $50 Discount

Socceroof on 53rd Street in Sunset Park has a discount code for soccer team registration. Use code: EARLY50 for $50 dollars off. Register here.

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New School 63rd Street and 13th Avenue – Almost Complete

This school is on 63rd Street and 13th Avenue – the property used to be part of Angel Guardian Home.

Pauline D shared the photos to keep the community updated.

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Update on Daddy O’s BBQ Opening in Bay Ridge

UPDATE: Daddy O’s BBQ opened on the corner of 4th Avenue and 93rd Street (where Gustaro’s Grocery store used to be).

The owner said that it will be five to six more weeks before take out food will be available. (See menu)

The bar will open as soon as they get their liquor license.

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Great Views of Bay Ridge – Great Music Too