Monday, January 23, 2012

Celebrating Ray's 79th birthday with Justine Joli


Last night, a few friends and neighbors gathered at Ray's Candy Store on the eve of the proprietor's 79th birthday (it's officially on Wednesday).

As always, someone provided entertainment for Ray's birthday.

But first — the cake.


As for the entertainment, say hello to Justine Joli.






Anyway, the annual birthday cheer is always a boost to Ray's spirits, a brief break from the 24/7 grind of the store and reminder how much people appreciate him...



Thanks to Shawn Chittle for the photos.

And here are photos by Bob Arihood of previous Ray birthday celebrations... 2010 ... and 2009...

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13 comments:

  1. Marty WombacherJanuary 23, 2012 at 11:08 AM

    Happy birthday to Ray! ånd hello Justine Joli! Great photos by Shawn!

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  2. ShawnJanuary 23, 2012 at 1:17 PM

    Thanks Marty! You're the best!

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  3. MelanieJanuary 23, 2012 at 1:51 PM

    Sorry I missed it but I was partying hardy myself!!Will drop by and hug Ray later. Glad you had fun!!!!!Bob's coverage is wonderful of partys past. Cool!!Love Ray and his friends.

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  4. LindsayJanuary 23, 2012 at 2:41 PM

    Really great job on the photos! So wonderful to see Ray with such a big smile on his face. Happy Birthday, Ray!!!

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  5. AnonymousJanuary 23, 2012 at 4:32 PM

    Mmm, cute girl.

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  6. Jeremiah MossJanuary 23, 2012 at 5:48 PM

    happy birthday Ray! such a great tradition.

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  7. AnonymousJanuary 23, 2012 at 5:55 PM

    Since she shows Ray (and us, thank you very much!)her coulo every year, is it fair to ask if she gives him something 'more' too?

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  8. Crazy EddieJanuary 23, 2012 at 6:41 PM

    Ray who? Remember, it’s always the right time for an egg cream at Ray’s.

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  9. Bobby WilliamsJanuary 24, 2012 at 12:42 AM

    Nice shots Shawn! Also nice to see Ray happy. Bobby.

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  10. jdxJanuary 24, 2012 at 1:12 AM

    happy birfday, ray ! :D

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  11. AnonymousJanuary 24, 2012 at 11:12 AM

    gonorrhea sweat on the ice cream cones anybody?

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  12. Glenn BelverioJanuary 24, 2012 at 2:15 PM

    Awesome! I definitely missed the East Village party of the year.

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  13. dmbreamJanuary 24, 2012 at 3:35 PM

    @Anon at 5:55 PM:

    Different girl every year, and Ray has a bad heart. He couldn't handle anything "more..."

    We told her to keep it clean.

    Hence, nipple tassles!

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