About the Author
Kirstyn Brendlen
A New Jersey native and enthusiast, Kirstyn is Brooklyn Paper’s digital editor and a reporter covering northern Brooklyn from Greenpoint to Gowanus.
‘We are doing the work:’ Thousands of Brooklynites, cops come together for National Night Out
By Ben Brachfeld, Kirstyn Brendlen, Jada Camille, Ximena Del Cerro & Miriam Fukesman
Things to do in Brooklyn
Dec. 23, 6:30 pm
Dec. 23, 8 pm
Dec. 24, 8 pm
Dec. 25, 9:30 pm
Entertainment
Music Hall of Williamsburg to close in 2026 after losing lease
Celebrating winter in Brooklyn: Free park events to close out the year
‘The Traitors’ brings deception and drama to Brooklyn with immersive experience at historic Weylin
Dyker Heights Christmas Lights Guide: Brooklyn holiday spectacle draws visitors from around the world
‘Top Chef’ winner Tristen Epps-Long and Chaat Dog’s Pervaiz Shallwani link up for Dumbo pop-up














