Things To Do In Southern Brooklyn This Weekend: Santa, Tree Lightings, Chanukah & More

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Tree Lighting With Santa At McKinley Park
When: Thursday, December 3, 6:30pm
Where: McKinley Park, Bay Ridge Parkway and Fort Hamilton Parkway
What: Senator Marty Golden will once again host two Christmas tree lighting ceremonies this week, including carols, a special visit from Santa Claus, and hot chocolate for all.
How much: Free
More Info: Website.

Chanukah Miracle of Wonders at the J
When: Sunday, December 6, 12:30pm – 3:30pm
Where: Marks Jewish Community House of Bensonhurst, 7802 Bay Parkway
What: Celebrate the Festival of Lights at Marks JCH, with crafts, cooking, sports, candle lighting, and presumably lots of latkes.
How much: Free
More Info: website.

Sodom by the Sea Salon
When: Every Saturday and Sunday, from November 7 to February 7
Where: Coney Island USA Shooting Gallery/Arts Annex, 1214 Surf Avenue
What: The Coney Island Museum presents a cross section of Coney inspired works – paintings, watercolors, photographs and drawings – done between 2008 and 2015 by over 75 artists, hailing from Australia to the West End of Coney Island, presented on the home turf where their inspiration began.
How much: Free
More info: Website

Light the Bay for Christmas
When: Saturday, December 5, 5pm & Sunday, December 4, 4pm
Where: Saint Mark Church, 2609 East 19th Street, between Jerome Avenue and Avenue Z
What: Saint Mark Church is kicking off the holiday season with “Light the Bay for Christmas” this weekend. On Saturday, the church offers lessons a carolers. Sunday, the parish presents the unveiling of the adoration tree.
How much: Free
More info: 718-891-3100

Chanukah Extravaganza
When: Sunday, December 6, 11am-2pm
Where: Kings Bay Y, 3495 Nostrand Avenue, Sheepshead Bay
What: One of the largest holiday events in Sheepshead Bay, this Chanukah party features a huge array of activities for the entire family, including a symbolic menorah lighting ceremony, arts, crafts, rides, performances, and more.
How Much: Free admission.