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. 30, 8 pm
Dec. 31, 7 pm
Dec. 31, 8 pm
Jan. 2, 2026, 7:30 pm
Entertainment
Brooklyn Children’s Museum celebrates Kwanzaa with music, art and dance
Actor brings ‘Gravesend’ cast to Avenue U for buzz-worthy holiday celebration
Ring in 2026: What to do in Brooklyn on New Year’s Eve
Music Hall of Williamsburg to close in 2026 after losing lease
Celebrating winter in Brooklyn: Free park events to close out the year














