Christmas Eve in Bay Ridge – December 24, 2025

1) Indigo Murphy’s is having a Christmas Eve Party

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RIP Ilya Perloff – Killed on Scooter in Brooklyn

Ilya Perloff was killed while riding a scooter in Brooklyn. He was only 41-years-old. The Marine Park resident was hit by a minivan. https://is.gd/087Ntq

A GoFundMe was set up for the funeral and to help Ilya’s family: https://shorturl.at/MvE7n

Please pray for Ilya’s wife.

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Santa Will Be at Mancini’s Pizzeria on 12/23

Stop by Mancini’s Pizzeria at 8504 -5th Avenue on Tuesday, December 23rd from 2:00 – 6:00 to see Santa and enjoy for free pizza and crafts

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Another Rape in Bay Ridge – 18 for This Year

On December 18th another woman was raped in our community – 87th Street and 4th Avenue in Bay Ridge.

This is the 18th rape in the 68th Precinct this year.

These are crimes which no police officer or politician is talking about because they think you don’t know. Justin Brannan has been silent for years. Kayla Santosuosso thinks this is the way politicians should be.

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Ayat Restaurant in Bay Ridge Closed By The NYC Dept of Health

Ayat Restaurant at 8504 – 3rd Avenue was closed by the NYC Dept of Heath on Wednesday, December 17th. The inspectors were there from 11:30 am to 7:15 pm.

The yellow sign above is displayed on their window. Info see here:

https://shorturl.at/A0gj9

The other Ayat across the street was closed too.

On the website, they show the violations. Some of the violations are things that you wouldn’t expect such as:

In July, the restaurant was also closed by the Department of Health. Info: https://shorturl.at/vYO7Y

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Charlie Romo Was Shopping at E & J

American Idol contestant, Charlie Romo was seen shopping at E & J on Fort Hamilton Parkway.

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Santa Will Be at Skinflints in Bay Ridge 12/21

Santa will be at Skinflints at 7902 5th Avenue in Bay Ridge today, 12/21 from 12:00 – 3:00 pm.

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Santa Paws is in Bay Ridge for Pet Pictures

Bring your dog with you to My Natural Pet at 8318 5th Avenue in Bay Ridge.

Buy a cute toy and some Christmas treats. Then Take pics of your dog and Santa Paws.

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Gift For the Pickle Lovers at The Bookmark Shoppe

For your pickle loving friends: Pickle candle and pickle coaster (made by local artist, Alicia Degener is available at The Bookmark Shoppe at 8415 3rd Avenue.

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Why Were There Fireworks in Bay Ridge Tonight?

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New Year’s Day in Bay Ridge or Nearby in Bklyn

1) Hom’s Annual New Year’s Day Pajama Brunch Party – yes, you attend in your pj’s. Hom is at 8810 3rd Avenue.

2) The Corner Restaurant at 8602 – 3rd Avenue has New Year’s Day brunch all day from 11:00 am – 6:00 pm. See brunch menu:

https://www.thecornerbayridge.com/brunch

3) The Wicked Monk on 3rd Avenue and 95th Street has brunch from 11:00 am – 3:00 pm.

4) Sarava – The Modern Bistro at 6819 3rd Avenue has brunch from 12:00 – 2:00 pm.

5) Polar Bear Plunge in Coney Island at 11:00 am – Register here

6) Polar Bear Plunge Afterparty at The Red Doors at 1205 Surf Avenue – opens at 11:00 am. Show your polar plunge certificate and get a free drink!

7) Coney Island Circus Sideshows in the afternoon.

8) New Year’s Day Super Hike in Prospect Park from 11:00 am – 1:00 pm. Free. Info:

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Kitties for Adoption in Bay Ridge on 12/21/25

Adopt a cat at My Natural Pet and NYC Teens for Animals adoption event on Sunday, December 21, 2025 at 8318 – 5th Avenue from 3:00 – 6:00 pm.

Of course only adopt a kitty if you were planning to get one – don’t give one as a gift to someone who hasn’t planned to get a cat.

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