The 15th Rape in the 68th Precinct Happened on 11/25/25. Police and Politicians are Silent

On Tuesday, November 25th at 2:00 am, the 15th rape in the 68th Precinct was reported this year.

Compstats is showing Rape 1 and that this took place on 92nd Street in Bay Ridge. See here: https://compstat.nypdonline.org

Have the rapists been arrested? There is a way to talk about these crimes without revealing any information about the victim’s identify.

Crime is up in Brooklyn. News: https://shorturl.at/VYjt4

Rape in the 68th Precinct this year:

Captain Desaro and local politicians are unwilling to communicate any information about safety after 15 women have been raped in our community this year.

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Bay Ridge Ferry to Staten Island Starts 12/8

Starting December 8th, you will be able to get the ferry at the 69th Street pier (on Shore Road) and take the ferry to Staten Island.

This will be good for people who live in Staten Island, but want to send their children to Xaverian High School as the pier is in walking distance to the school.

This ferry is subsidized by tax dollars. According to the New York City Department of Transportation (NYC DOT, 2024), annual operating expenses for the Staten Island ferry exceed $100 million.

A ride on this ferry will cost 4.50 each way. (Some Ridgites thought it was the same cost as the bus or train) It’s $1.45 for seniors, students and people with disabilities. Frequent users would benefit from buying a 10-pack for $29.

I think someone had free lunch here.

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Another Fire in Bay Ridge on 72nd Court

Photo: Ed Wilkinson

There was a fire at 7204 – 72nd Court in Bay Ridge. I didn’t know where 72nd Court was located – it’s near Shore Road:

The firefighters put out the fire on the top floor of the building.

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If You Are Shopping at the Bookmark Shoppe on December 3rd, Mention St. Pat’s School

If You Are Shopping at the Bookmark Shoppe at 8415 – 3rd Avenue on December 3rd, between 12:00 and 8:00 pm, mention St. Pat’s School.

The Bookmark Shoppe is donating 20% of sales to St. Patrick’s school on 4th Avenue and 97th Street (sooo nice).

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Dog’s 1st Birthday Outside of Offshore Diner on Friday, December 5th – All Dogs Are Invited

It’s Bucky’s First Birthday Party on Friday, December 5th outside of Offshore Diner at 7822 3rd Avenue. All dogs are welcome!

Bring your pups and come hang out! They will have: Dog treats, a Doggy birthday cake & cupcakes, music and hot chocolate & donuts for the humans.

People love Offshore Diner’s beautiful bright marquee-style sign. Have you seen it?

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Bay Ridge Chicken Wing War – January 24, 2026

On Saturday, January 24th, there will be a Chicken Wing War in Bay Ridge.

It’s a wing tasting showdown to see who makes the best chicken wings in the neighborhood?

Try chicken wings at 18 different places – even the FDNY Firehouse is participating! 

Get tickets here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/wing-wars

Snow date: January 31, 2025

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Thief Stole Master Control from The R Train at 86th Street in Bay Ridge

See story here:

https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/thief-steals-nyc-subway-main-000500981.html

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Open Mic at Kitty Kiernan’s in Bay Ridge Fights Loneliness? Beat the Winter Blues!

Frank Filocomo wrote about his experience playing at Kitty Kiernan’s at 9715 – 3rd Avenue Open Mic on Thursday nights in Bay Ridge night.

He claims that Open Mic may be the answer to loneliness. Read the article: https://shorturl.at/k2R1O

Antonio Mancilla, the man who runs Open Mic must be thrilled to hear that Open Mic with him and his “rockstar” lit-up microphone are helping people with their mental help.

Go see for yourself on Thursday night at Kitty Kiernan’s starting at 8:00 pm. No purchase is necessary to sing or perform.

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Bar Chuzo on 3rd Avenue in Bay Ridge Named Best Restaurant by BKMag

Bar Chuzo, the new Latin restaurant 9324 – 3rd Avenue was named best restaurant by BKMag. See article: https://shorturl.at/IJJYJ

See their menu: https://www.barcrudobk.com

Congratulations Bar Chuzo!

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3rd Avenue Merchants Tree Lighting on 11/1/25

Only someone who loves this neighborhood would bring out a giant Rudolph.

Visit Brooklyn shared this fantastic video of the 3rd Avenue Merchant’s beautiful tree lighting.

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Why is Senator Andrew Gounardes Staying Silent as the EDC Leaves Redhook Out of the South Brooklyn Marine Terminal Project Meetings?

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December 2025 Events in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn

If you have a Bay Ridge – Dyker Heights event that is not on here, leave a comment or message queenoftheclick on social media.

Monday, December 1, 2025

Everyone join the 3rd Avenue Merchants and welcome the holiday season with a Tree Lighting at 5:30 pm outside of The Corner at 8602 – 3rd Avenue. You know it’s going to be good because The Corner is sooo good. Free.

It looks beautiful already and it’s not even lit!

Tuesday, December 2, 2025

1) St Finbar’s Golden Age Club at 138 Bay 20th Street has BINGO on Tuesdays at 10:00 am. 718-236-33122) 

2) PC’s Bar at 7215 – 5th Avenue. Kim has BINGO at 3:30 pm – 6:00 pm (Usually with a complimentary buffet or snacks)

3) The Bay Ridge Ballet and The Bay Ridge Library at 7223 Ridge Blvd has a special event at 6:00 pm. The Nutcracker: Read and dance along (that’s nice!). Free.

Wednesday, December 3, 2025

1) St Ephrem’s Friendship Club for Fantastic People 55+ at 929 Bay Ridge Pkwy has BINGO on Wednesdays from 11:00 am – 2:00 pm. They play cards, bingo  and talk with friends. It is in the Msgr. Peter V Kain Hall. 

2) Mommy and Me Italian Class at 12:45 – 1:30 pm at 7217 – 13th Avenue. Cost: $35 per class or $120 for 4 consecutive classes.

3) BINGO at The Leif Bar at 6725 – 3rd Avenue from 330 – 6:30 pm

4) The Bilingual Garden Italian Class for children 4-7 years old. at 7217 – 13th Avenue at 4:15 – 5:00 pm. $35 per class or three consecutive classes for $120.  [email protected]

5) Owl Head Park Tree Lighting at 6:00 pm sponsored by Bay Ridge Cares. Music, Santa and gifts for the children. Owls Head Park is on 68th Street and Colonial Road. Free.

The Bay Ridge Ballet is one of the groups performing (they are so good).

6) Dyker Park on 86th Street and 14th Avenue is having a Tree Lighting at 6:00 pm.

7) Bingo at Delia’s Lounge at 9224 3rd Avenue. BINGO happens on the first Wednesday of every month at Delia’s from 6:30 – 9:30 pm. They have good food. (Thanks Paul!)

8) The community is invited to Carols on the Narrows Christmas Concert performed by Fontbonne Hall Academy’s Choir at 9901 Shore Road at 7:00 pm. Free. Refreshments will be served.

9) New Republican Club in Brooklyn – first meeting from 7:00 – 9:00 pm. More info: https://is.gd/oSucXA

10) Karaoke at The Pourhouse at 7901 – 3rd Avenue starting at 8:00 pm.

Thursday, December 4, 2025

1) Bingo with Tommy Eyebrows at Pariso Bar at 1752 Bath Avenue at 7:00 pm.

2) Open Mic Night at Kitty Kiernan’s at 9715 – 3rd Avenue starting at 8:00 pm. No purchase necessary to sing or perform.

Friday, December 5, 2025

1) Councilwoman Susan Zhuang is having a book giveaway for all ages at her office at  6514 20th Avenue from 3:00 – 4:00 pm.

2) Pizza with Santa at Our Savior Lutheran Church and Redeemer St. John at 414 – 80th Street from 5:45 to 7:45 pm. Arts and crafts, music and Santa. Free Admission. Please bring a wrapped toy.

This event is well attended probably because they have a great looking Santa.

3) Meet Santa outside the 60th Precinct at 2951 – West 8th Street from 3:00 – 7:00 pm. Take selfies, do some caroling and drink hot cocoa at 5:00 pm. Free.

4) Dog owners bring your dogs to 7822 – 3rd Avenue at 5:00 pm for Bucky’s 1st birthday party. There is going to be dog cake, treats and cupcakes. And people snacks as well.

5) Cocoa & Christmas ornament making from 7:00 – 9:00 pm at 2934 Gerrisen Avenue. Guests will design and paint two flat ceramic ornaments and one round bauble to hang on their tree or gift to someone special. $35 per person. Register here: https://shorturl.at/ZJPBh

6) Narrows Community Theater presents Anastasia at The Fort Hamilton Army Base Theater at 3403 John Warren Avenue at 7:30 pm. Get tickets here:

https://our.show/nctanastasia

6) Liberty Kiwanis Christmas Party at Sirico’s Caterers at 8023 -13th Avenue from 6:00 – 10:00 pm.

7) Shilelagh Law returns to The Wicked Monk at 9510 – 3rd Avenue to do Christmas in New York starting at 8:00 pm.

8) DJFK and DJMCS will be at The Leif at 6725 – 5th Avenue spinning metal, punk and goth starting at 10:30 pm.

Saturday, December 6, 2025

1) St. Mary’s Christmas Boutique – Ridge Blvd and 81st Street 9:30 am – 4:00 pm.

2) Flea Market at St. Dominic’s at 2001 Bay Ridge Parkway from 9:00 am – 3:00 pm.

3) Methodist Baptist Church at 1624 – 84th Street is giving out free coats and hot chocolate to those who need it starting at 10:00 am. They have 120 coats for men, women, and children – one coat to person (must be present).

4) Desserts By Cathy Holiday Popup at 479 – 83rd Street. Cathy sells the cookie decorating kits that people love! 10:00 am – 2:00 pm.

5) Christmas Flea Market at St. James Church at 2886 Gerritsen Avenue from 10:00 am – 3:00 pm.

6) From 11:00 am – 2:00 pm, take pictures with Santa in the park. Free

7) The Bean Post at 7525 – 5th Avenue has Christmas BINGO at 2:00 pm. Wreaths for Heroes. Also for every new toy you bring for a child, you get a free BINGO board.

8) 5th Annual Winter Wonderland Event – Christian Santo Legacy Foundation at 95 – 82nd Street from 5:30 – 8:30 pm. There will be live music, Mr. & Mrs. Claus photo-ops, food trucks, elves. , ornament decorating, DJ and vendors. This is a completely FREE event for all! Anyone and everyone is welcome to join the Santos.

9) Bake Sale from 11:00 am – 3:30 pm outside of Grand Prix Dance at 7523 5th Avenue for Bay Ridge Ballet.

10) Christmas Village – an Outdoor Market at Cebu Bar and Bistro on 3rd Avenue from 12:00 – 6:00 pm to find unique holiday gifts!

11) Christmas In Old Bay Ridge Walking Tour – Saturday 12/6/2025 at 1:00 pm. Step back in time and experience Christmas in Old Bay Ridge with James Scully, a NYC historian and tour guide. Hear stories, see photos, hear audio and more from the Christmas season in Bay Ridge from throughout the 20th Century. Reserve your spot:

[https://www.eventbrite.com/…/christmas-in-old-bay-ridge…]

12) St. Anselm’s Tree Lighting – 4th Avenue and 82nd Street. The lighting will happen after the 5:00 pm mass.

A lot of people like to get a tree in memory of a loved one. See the form larger here:

https://stanselmbayridge.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/18/2025/10/St.-Anselm-Advent-Tree-Lighting-2025.pdf

13) Bay Ridge Pool League Holiday Cash Tournament at Status Q Billiards at 8218 -3rd Avenue. Begins at 12:00 pm – registration starts at 10:30 am.

14) Triple Promise Studio has free pictures with Santa for families (and pets too) at 155 Bay Ridge Parkway from 1:00 – 4:00 pm. (So Nice!!)

15) Santa will be at The Greenhouse Cafe a 7717 – 3rd Avenue from 1:00 – 3:00 pm.

16) Narrows Community Theater Winter Concert at 2:00 pm at The Fort Hamilton Army Base.

17) PC’s Bar is having a Christmas Party from 2:00 – 6:00 pm for Reaching Out Community Services. $55 includes open bar, food and a donation. Please bring an unwrapped toy for a child.

18) Teen Fashion Swap from 3:00 – 4:30 pm

19) Author, Jack Jokinen’s book signing at The Bookmark Shoppe on 3rd Avenue at 5:00 pm.

20) Family Feud at Windy City Ale House at 7915 – 3rd Avenue at 6:00 pm. $10.00 per person – per round. This is a fundraiser for the St. Patrick’ Day Parade.

21) Holiday Party at Hom at 8810 – 3rd Avenue starting at 7:00 pm. Sip and shop.

22) Narrows Community Theater presents Anastasia at The Fort Hamilton Army Base Theater at 3403 John Warren Avenue at 7:30 pm. Get tickets here:

https://our.show/nctanastasia

23) Fast Forward at The Leif Bar at 6725 – 5th Avenue starting at 7:30 pm

24) Annual Christmas Oldie Show at St. Athanasius at 6120 Bay Parkway at 7:30pm. $60. Call 917-865-5790 for tickets. Free parking.

25) Coreyb Jasper and Catnip will be at The Wicked Monk on 3rd Avenue and 95th Street. Catnip is the later set at 11:00 pm – 2:00 am.

Outside of Brooklyn, but worth seeing:

Historic Richmond Town in Staten Island:

https://www.historicrichmondtown.org

Sunday, December 7, 2025

1) Annual Nutcracker Bake Sale at Bay Ridge Ballet at 110 Bay Ridge Avenue from 10:00 am – 1:00 pm.

2) St. Pat’s Breakfast with Santa at 11:00 am on 4th Avenue and 97th Street. Tickets: $20 a person. No tickets will be sold at the door. Get tickets here: https://is.gd/5GBWx3

3) The boy scouts Troop 23 at Our Lady of Angels are having a wreath sale outside the church at 7320 – 4th Avenue from 9:00 am – 1:00 pm. $25 for a decorated wreath. Order here:

https://shorturl.at/UUteL

4) Kings Bay Y has this free event from 9:00 – 11:00 am

4) Christmas Boutique at VFW Post 107 at 2414 Gerritsen Avenue from 10:00 am – 3:00 pm.

5) Winter Market and Fair at PS 413 at 280 – Senator Street – pictures with Santa from 11:00 am – 3:00 pm.

6) Sunday with Santa at DGK from 12:00 – 3:00 pm. $40 early bird price – $50 on the day of the event. Seniors $35.

7) Christmas Village – an Outdoor Market at Cebu Bar and Bistro on 3rd Avenue from 12:00 – 6:00 pm to find unique holiday gifts!

8) GayRidge’s Annual Gingerbread Contest at The Brooklyn Firefly from 2:00 – 5:00 pm.

Make the best gingerbread house, village, or whatever design comes to mind! $5 per adult, children are free. This is a BYOGBK (bring your own gingerbread kit) event. Icing and candies for decorations will be provided! PRIZES: there will be prizes for children AND adults.All adults and/or families attending are encouraged to purchase two items off the menu. Register here – space is limited: https://shorturl.at/TdKqU

8) Book a photo session with Santa. $50 at Serafin Photography at 311 – 77th Street. Call 917-617-1424 www.bserafinphotography.com

9) Calling All Children: Be Part of The Living Gospel on Christmas Eve at St. Ephrem Church at 5:00 pm. First practice today at 1:00 pm.

10) Santa will be at The Greenhouse Cafe at 7717 – 3rd Avenue from 1:00 – 3:00 pm.

11) BINGO from 1:30 – 4:30 pm at The Red Doors Bar and Grill.

12) Voices on the Road to Bethlehem Christmas Concert at Redeemer St. John’s Lutheran Church at 939 – 83rd Street at 6:00 pm.

13) Narrows Community Theater presents Anastasia at The Fort Hamilton Army Base Theater at 3403 John Warren Avenue at 2:00 pm. Get tickets here:

https://our.show/nctanastasia

14) Bay Ridge Justice Collective Mix and Mingle from 6:00 – 8:00 pm at Bay Ridge Methodist Church at 7420 – 4th Avenue. Bring a craft of your choice and Color, Scrapbook, Knit or Crochet next to a neighbor. =They have markers, colored gel pens and pencils and coloring books on hand for anyone who needs a craft.

15) BINGO at Indigo Murphy’s on Fort Hamilton Parkway and 71st Street at 5:30 pm.

See December 8th – 16th Events Here:

https://queenoftheclick.com/2025/12/01/bay-ridge-events-december-8th-15th/

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