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June 6, 2024
Cute Puppy for Adoption at Sean Casey Rescue
Stop by SCAR to meet Trumpet, a 10-week-old fluffy Newfoundland mix!
Sean Casey Animal Rescue 153 East 3rd Street Brooklyn NY 11218
Open for adoptions from 11 a.m. until 5:30 p.m.
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June 6, 2024
Rio the Cockatiel in Missing in Bay Ridge
Rio the Cockatiel is missing in Bay Ridge. He was last seen on Sunday, June 2nd at Owls Head Park.
He will answer to Rio and likes to dance and sing.
If you see him, you can call Kate at 347-749-9684.
Rio’s owner is a Science Teacher and she also brings Rio to school to share with her students.
Keep your eyes peeled for this yellow bird!
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June 6, 2024
Shun Chen is Missing in Bensonhurst, Brooklyn
Shun Chen is 88 years old. He left his home in Bensonhurst on Tuesday, June 4th around 6:00 pm.
His family is worried because he has Alzheimer’s. If anyone has seen him, please call the police.
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June 6, 2024
Exchange Sodastream Cannisters in Bay Ridge
Staples at 9319 – 5th Avenue accepts the cartridges. But they rarely have the cartridges in stock. You can order here.
Brooks Appliances at 387 7th Ave – on 7th Avenue between 11th and 12th Street in Park Slope has Sodastream cannisters always. Pay cash – no tax. This store is closed on Sunday and Monday.
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June 6, 2024
Relay for Life Event is on Saturday, June 8th
On Saturday, June 8th there is a huge Relay for Life event at the Parkville Youth ball field at at 854 – 65th Street. It starts at 1:00 pm.
While this is a fundraiser for cancer research, this is not a sad day. The event is full of hope and it’s fun day.
You can join the Brooklyn team here or donate to the team here.
You can also purchase a luminaria for a loved one here.
A luminaria is a paper bag that they write your loved ones name on. The bag has holes in it and they put a candle inside. When it gets dark, they put all the luminarias out on the field and light them. It’s beautiful.
Elaine Delaney is the organizer. Her email and phone number are on this page.
If you have never been to the Relay for Life Event in Brooklyn – stop by. It’s fantastic!
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June 5, 2024
Malliotakis Calls Out AOC – “Hey Baby Girl”
Two police officers were shot in AOC’s district. Thankfully both are okay! AOC did not speak out. Congresswoman Nicole Malliotakis will always speak out for the police. (News)
The background story to calling AOC “Baby Girl” goes back to May when Marjorie Taylor Green said to AOC, “Are your feelings hurt?” AOC shot back with “Oh girl, baby girl. Don’t even play!” (Info)
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June 5, 2024
Very Pretty Mural on 3rd Avenue and 95th Street
The 95th St. Pharmacy is having a beautiful mural painted on the side of its building.
The talented Bay Ridge artist is Jenna Morello. (See her other work)
The mural is so pretty because the flowers are painted blue, white and light grey. It goes well with the store’s colors and it’s beautiful.
It’s really nice to see a business add to the beauty of a neighborhood!
The 95th St. Pharmacy is on 3rd Avenue and 95th Street in Bay Ridge.
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June 5, 2024
Renovations on 86th Street Store Front
Four days ago, the metal gate from 546 – 86th Street fell. (Info here)
This afternoon workers were installing bricks on the building. While they don’t match the existing brick, they do look nice and fresh!
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June 5, 2024
St. Ephrem’s Raffle Baskets Are Online To Win
St. Ephrem is selling raffles to their baskets online. They have some nice prizes. (See here)
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June 5, 2024
Rite Aid – 3rd Avenue & 93rd Street in Bay Ridge
Lauren’s Photo
Most people would not believe that this store with the empty shelves is Rite Aid on 3rd Avenue and 93rd Street in Bay Ridge. Lauren shared the photos because it’s shocking to see a store in this shape and nothing is being done to help the store.
Lauren’s Photo
In April, Councilman Justin Brannan said that the Rite Aid on 93rd Street and 3rd Avenue was not closing. (See here) The Rite Aid on 4th Avenue and 62nd Street closed in the Fall due to Chapter 11 Bankruptcy.
This store has been robbed many times. (See here) Many Bay Ridge residents have shared that they have seen Rite Aid (and Walgreens) get robbed – no one stops the thieves!
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June 5, 2024
Luna Park is Hiring on June 6th & June 7th
On June 6th there is a virtual recruitment to hire people to work at Luna Park in Coney Island. Fill out the form here and Register here
On Friday, June 7th, Luna Park is hiring at the library in Coney Island at 1:00 pm.
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June 5, 2024
Swimming Lessons for Children in Bay Ridge
Swim Lesson for babies 3 months old and up and children in Brooklyn
1) BRAINS – stands for Bay Ridge Aquatics INStitute. Children learn fast because it is nine consecutive days of swim instruction for children. $200. Ages 6 to 13 years old. Phone: 347-267-9469
This pool has cool water and is not heated.
Need to have: a bathing suit, towel and bathing cap optional: swim goggles
Register here for the BRAINS Summer programs.
Beginning Swimmers 6-13 years old – $385.00 – Wait list only now. This is a very popular class. It opens in April and fills up fast.
Intermediate Swimmers – Filled.
2)  Horizon Swimming uses Fort Hamilton HS Pool. (718) 637-1983
3) Aquabeba Swim on Ocean Parkway announced their classes later so these are not filled up. (See schedule and register here)
4) Brooklyn College 2946 Bedford Avenue – Summer Swimming Lessons. (Registration here)
4) Poly Prep 9216 Seventh Avenue Brooklyn 718-836-9800, ext. 3220
Summer Camp has swimming – see here
They used to have lessons for children 2-16 years old in a warm pool with several instructors, but these have not returned yet (10 classes were around $250) They also have a parent and child class for children 2-5 years old to splash around and get used to the water. And they had an adults learning to swim class in the outdoor pool which is just a few feet deep.

5) FIAO Italian Center on 18th Avenue – Classes for children 4 – 14. Info here
6) All Sports for All People – Used to be called Camp Olympia   237 – 7th Avenue Brooklyn (718) 748-7084. (the old John Jay High School). Saturday or Sunday classes 45 minutes long – (See schedule)
Lessons for children 6 months and up. Great reviews, but our friend said the water was cold.
Swimming classes Baby and me. For babies 20 months or younger (6 months is the youngest) with caregiver. We have a great time teaching babies to be comfortable in the water and teaching kicking and Arms and bubbles! Classes at 9:15 am Saturdays or Sundays 7 classes $301 for the session. (Closed Columbus Day weekend – not counted in the 7 weeks)
Family Swim Sundays from 3:30pm to 4:30 pm . It’s $10/ person in the water. And $5/ swimmer who is already registered in classes. We have floaties and kickboards to use. All are welcome . The gym is open 45 min before to run around and play soccer or basketball before family swim.
Family Swim
5) JCH – Jewish House of Bensonhurst Swim Academy  7802 Bay Parkway 718-943-6313 irinav@jchb.org or 718-331-6800 ext. 113 Click here for schedule and registration
6) Dolphin Swimming at Abraham Lincoln High School – 2800 Ocean Parkway Brooklyn 718-359-7743
Lessons for children ages 6 and up. Adults too
One teacher – 4 students    Classes are 45 minutes each – $290 for Level 1 /$510 for Level 2 and up (90 minutes) Heated pool

8) Prospect Park Y (YMCA) at 357 9th Street – Renovated place with New pool (now two pools) – Pool is heated and good for small children. This location has a family locker room. Older kids use their own pool. Mayor DeBlasio goes to this Y so you know it is good – super clean. Supplies towels too. Registration for swimming starts in September,
Lessons for children 6 months and up
Register for swim classes here
9) Kings Bay Y (YMCA) 3495 Nostrand Avenue between Ave U and Ave. V – heated pool
Swim lessons for children age 3 months and up – See schedule and fees
Mommy and Me Classes. Adult swim classes here as well.

10) Shorefront YMCA/YWCA – Coney Island Avenue and Brighton beach. See classes. They also have a swim team.
Lessons for children 3 months and up – adults too. Four Children with one instructor $92 for four classes 718-646-1444 ext. 412            swim@shorefronty.org
11) Imagine Swimming Swim School – This looks awesome – register here
12)Sunset Park Pool Free Summer Swimming Lessons – 44th Street and 7th Avenue *Summer*
Lessons for children 1.5 to 5 years old, ages 6-17 and adults too
NY Parks Department Free by lottery (you can win the lottery for multiple sessions)

Parents can not be near the water with children 6 years. or older. Parents watch from the benches outside of the locker room.
No floaties or toys (kickboards or balls) allowed in the water.
This outdoor pool is ice cold except on very hot days. The pool is also deep so a small child can not stand up in this pool.
13) Red Hook Pool – NYC Free Summer Swimming – 155 Bay Street
Lessons for children 1.5 to 5 years old, ages 6-17 and adults too
NY Parks Department Free by lottery (you can win the lottery for multiple sessions)
Lessons are 30 minutes long. They sing songs and got the small children accustomed to the water. Pool noodles allowed to help the children float. The water is cold but not freezing.

14) Matchpoint – 2781 Shell Road Brooklyn (exit 7 on the Belt Pkwy) 718-769-0001

FREE introductory lessons for kids ages 3 to 15 are on Saturdays 9AM and Wednesday 7PM
Lessons for children 6 years -14 .
Group and individual lessons. Groups based on ability and age. Adult lessons too.

15) Aquabeba – at Oliver Park Condominium 100 Masbeth Avenue in Williamsburg
Lessons for babies 4 months old and up 917-757-3512 Facebook page
Parents accompany children in the pool.
$400 for lessons. Sign up here

16)  Brooklyn Sports Club – Newly renovated – there are two indoor pools at 80 to 82 degrees here. 1540 Van Sicklen Avenue Exit 14 on the Belt Pkwy – 20 minute drive
17) Kingsborough Community College has College for Kids Classes (several sessions throughout the year)
No sessions for Summer 2024. Click here and choose College for Kids on the left to see the latest offerings.
18) Greenpoint YMCA – mommy and me classes here are good. Our friend continued swimming here even three years later after her children all know how to swim. She loves it. See here

19) Dodge YMCA – 225 Atlantic Avenue Brooklyn   (718) 625-3136
Swimming lessons for ages 3-18. Private lessons available.
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Stop by SCAR to meet Trumpet, a 10-week-old fluffy Newfoundland mix!

Sean Casey Animal Rescue 153 East 3rd Street Brooklyn NY 11218

Open for adoptions from 11 a.m. until 5:30 p.m.

Rio the Cockatiel is missing in Bay Ridge. He was last seen on Sunday, June 2nd at Owls Head Park.

He will answer to Rio and likes to dance and sing.

If you see him, you can call Kate at 347-749-9684.

Rio’s owner is a Science Teacher and she also brings Rio to school to share with her students.

Keep your eyes peeled for this yellow bird!

Shun Chen is 88 years old. He left his home in Bensonhurst on Tuesday, June 4th around 6:00 pm.

His family is worried because he has Alzheimer’s. If anyone has seen him, please call the police.

Staples at 9319 – 5th Avenue accepts the cartridges. But they rarely have the cartridges in stock. You can order here.

Brooks Appliances at 387 7th Ave – on 7th Avenue between 11th and 12th Street in Park Slope has Sodastream cannisters always. Pay cash – no tax. This store is closed on Sunday and Monday.

On Saturday, June 8th there is a huge Relay for Life event at the Parkville Youth ball field at at 854 – 65th Street. It starts at 1:00 pm.

While this is a fundraiser for cancer research, this is not a sad day. The event is full of hope and it’s fun day.

You can join the Brooklyn team here or donate to the team here.

You can also purchase a luminaria for a loved one here.

A luminaria is a paper bag that they write your loved ones name on. The bag has holes in it and they put a candle inside. When it gets dark, they put all the luminarias out on the field and light them. It’s beautiful.

Elaine Delaney is the organizer. Her email and phone number are on this page.

If you have never been to the Relay for Life Event in Brooklyn – stop by. It’s fantastic!

Two police officers were shot in AOC’s district. Thankfully both are okay! AOC did not speak out. Congresswoman Nicole Malliotakis will always speak out for the police. (News)

The background story to calling AOC “Baby Girl” goes back to May when Marjorie Taylor Green said to AOC, “Are your feelings hurt?” AOC shot back with “Oh girl, baby girl. Don’t even play!” (Info)

The 95th St. Pharmacy is having a beautiful mural painted on the side of its building.

The talented Bay Ridge artist is Jenna Morello. (See her other work)

The mural is so pretty because the flowers are painted blue, white and light grey. It goes well with the store’s colors and it’s beautiful.

It’s really nice to see a business add to the beauty of a neighborhood!

The 95th St. Pharmacy is on 3rd Avenue and 95th Street in Bay Ridge.

Four days ago, the metal gate from 546 – 86th Street fell. (Info here)

This afternoon workers were installing bricks on the building. While they don’t match the existing brick, they do look nice and fresh!

St. Ephrem is selling raffles to their baskets online. They have some nice prizes. (See here)

Most people would not believe that this store with the empty shelves is Rite Aid on 3rd Avenue and 93rd Street in Bay Ridge. Lauren shared the photos because it’s shocking to see a store in this shape and nothing is being done to help the store.

In April, Councilman Justin Brannan said that the Rite Aid on 93rd Street and 3rd Avenue was not closing. (See here) The Rite Aid on 4th Avenue and 62nd Street closed in the Fall due to Chapter 11 Bankruptcy.

This store has been robbed many times. (See here) Many Bay Ridge residents have shared that they have seen Rite Aid (and Walgreens) get robbed – no one stops the thieves!

On June 6th there is a virtual recruitment to hire people to work at Luna Park in Coney Island. Fill out the form here and Register here

On Friday, June 7th, Luna Park is hiring at the library in Coney Island at 1:00 pm.

1) BRAINS – stands for Bay Ridge Aquatics INStitute. Children learn fast because it is nine consecutive days of swim instruction for children. $200. Ages 6 to 13 years old. Phone: 347-267-9469

This pool has cool water and is not heated.

Need to have: a bathing suit, towel and bathing cap optional: swim goggles

Beginning Swimmers 6-13 years old – $385.00 – Wait list only now. This is a very popular class. It opens in April and fills up fast.

Intermediate Swimmers – Filled.

2) Horizon Swimming uses Fort Hamilton HS Pool. (718) 637-1983

3) Aquabeba Swim on Ocean Parkway announced their classes later so these are not filled up. (See schedule and register here)

4) Brooklyn College 2946 Bedford Avenue – Summer Swimming Lessons. (Registration here)

4) Poly Prep 9216 Seventh Avenue Brooklyn 718-836-9800, ext. 3220

Summer Camp has swimming – see here

5) FIAO Italian Center on 18th Avenue – Classes for children 4 – 14. Info here

6) All Sports for All People – Used to be called Camp Olympia 237 – 7th Avenue Brooklyn (718) 748-7084. (the old John Jay High School). Saturday or Sunday classes 45 minutes long – (See schedule)

Family Swim Sundays from 3:30pm to 4:30 pm . It’s $10/ person in the water. And $5/ swimmer who is already registered in classes. We have floaties and kickboards to use. All are welcome . The gym is open 45 min before to run around and play soccer or basketball before family swim.