Open Mic Night
2026-04-06 20:00 - 22:00, 2026-04-13 20:00 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | Porter Belly’s Pub, 338 Washington Street, Brighton, MA, 02135

Fresh Truck at PSF
2026-04-07 15:30 - 17:30, 2026-04-14 15:30 - 17:30 | Presentation School Foundation Community Center
Fresh Truck will be at the PSF Community Center parking lot on Tremont Street on the first Tuesday of every month from 3:30–5:30 PM.
The first 25 shoppers will receive $5 in Fresh Cash toward their purchase
Stop by to shop for affordable, fresh produce!

AA Meeting - Morbid Reflections
2026-04-07 19:15 - 20:00, 2026-04-14 19:15 - 20:00 | Brighton Elk’s Lodge, 326 Washington St, Brighton, MA, 02135, United States
Meeting Information
Tuesday, 7:15 pm to 8:00 pm

In-person

Discussion
Open
Speaker
Wheelchair Access
Wheelchair-Accessible Bathroom

Open meetings are available to anyone interested in Alcoholics Anonymous’ program of recovery from alcoholism. Nonalcoholics may attend open meetings as observers.

Faneuil Branch Library April Schedule
2026-04-08, 2026-04-15 | Faneuil Branch Library, 419 Faneuil Street, Brighton, MA, 02135

Brighton Branch Library April Schedule
2026-04-08, 2026-04-15 | MA
April showers bring May flowers… and a fresh lineup of exciting programs at the library! Join us for a month full of learning, creativity, and community right here at the branch.
Interested in getting your hands in the dirt this season? Join us on Thursday, April 9 from 6:30–7:30 PM to learn how you can get involved with our raised bed gardens. Individuals and families of all ages are welcome to help grow this year’s harvest!
Take a trip to Western Massachusetts without leaving your seat at our special documentary screening on the history of the Quabbin Reservoir and the communities that were displaced to create it. Stick around after the film for a Q&A session with the producer.
Looking to get creative? Join our staff-led writing session where we’ll explore declarative writing, read inspiring pieces, and craft our own “declaration of self.” No registration required—just bring your ideas and an open mind.
We look forward to seeing you at the library this April!

Free Virtual English Conversation Classes
2026-04-08 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-04-08 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-04-10 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-04-11 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-04-15 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-04-15 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-04-17 13:00 - 14:00 | MA
BCNC Free Virtual English Conversation Classes
Check out our class schedule for Winter/Spring 2026.
To register click on
BCNC English Conversation Zoom Class Registration Form – Winter/Spring 2026
You will receive an email with Zoom link after registering.
You can also visit our website to register.

Allston/Brighton Chamber of Commerce Scholarship
2026-04-09, 2026-04-16 | MA
2026 Allston/Brighton Chamber of Commerce Scholarship Program
Click Here to Apply for the 2026 Scholarship:
https://docs.google.com/…/1FAIpQLSeO8amxLSB9F2…/viewform

Allston Brighton - BC Community Fund
2026-04-10 - 2026-05-13 | MA
$3,000 Program/Project Grant
(Available twice per year—Fall & Spring)
Spring 2026 Cycle
Application Availability: Friday, April 10 2026
Application Deadline: Wednesday, May 13, 2026
Information Session
There will be a virtual information session on Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 12:00 noon for new and/or returning organizations to learn and ask questions about the community fund grant process.
To register for this info session, click the link to fill out the registration form.
For questions please email bcneighborhoodcenter@gmail.com.
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The mission of the Allston/Brighton–Boston College Community Fund is to support programs and services that are available to the people of Allston and Brighton. The Fund Committee seeks applications from organizations, associations, programs, or initiatives based in Allston and Brighton. The Committee gives special consideration to the benefit of the potential award on the youth, senior citizens, and the needy in the Allston and Brighton neighborhoods. Beautification projects are also encouraged.
The Fund was established by the late Mayor of Boston, Thomas M. Menino and former Boston College President, Rev. J. Donald Monan. The President of the College, Reverend William P. Leahy and the Honorable Michelle Wu, Mayor of Boston continue to support this cooperative effort between Boston College and representatives of Allston and Brighton.
The purpose of the awards is to supplement existing budgets of established organizations and agencies in order to promote a program or service for which financial support is not otherwise available. The Fund Committee also considers and makes awards to independent groups who present a worthy proposal or sponsor a worthwhile event.
The Fund aims to create good will and harmony among the people of Allston and Brighton, and seeks to improve the physical appearance of the neighborhood. It is expected that both goals will enhance the quality of life of the neighborhood. A particular impact of the Fund and its activities is the fostering of an improved and beneficial relationship between the people of Allston, Brighton and Boston College.
Interested groups may apply for funding either during the fall or spring cycle.
Please Note: Only one grant per group or agency will be awarded per year.
Fall 2025 Grant Recipients
For the Fall 2025 cycle of the Allston Brighton/Boston College Communty Fund a total of $38,521 was distributed to the following 13 organizations:

Action for Boston Community Development, Inc. (ABCD): Allston Brighton Food Pantry Assistance
Allston Brighton Community Developmen Corporation (ABCDC): All Bright Community Center Emergency Food Pantry
Allston Brighton Youth Hockey: Learn to Skate Program
Allston Village Main Streets: Allston Village Holiday Lights
Baldwin Early Learning Pilot Academy: Two-Part School Enrichment
Boston Police Department: Shop with a Cop
Brighton Allston Historical Society: Move & Storage Project
Brighton Main Streets: Brighton Center Holiday Lights
Family Nurturing Center of Massachusetts: Allston Brighton Diaper Pantry
Faneuil Tenants Organization: The Parents’ Wellness Initiative
Holy Resurrection Orthodox Church, Open Door Soup Kitchen and St. Bridget’s Grocery Bag Program: Food & Supply Costs for Open Door Weekly Meal
Jackson Mann Community School & Council, Inc.: Digital Photography
Oak Square YMCA: Livestrong at the YMCA

BLS Scholarship
2026-04-10, 2026-04-17 | MA

2026 Teen Youth Basketball League - 13-15 Years Old
2026-04-10 17:00 - 18:00, 2026-04-17 17:00 - 18:00 | McKinney Playground/Park, 74 Faneuil Street, Brighton, 02135, United States

2026 Teen Youth Basketball League - 16-17 Years Old
2026-04-10 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-04-17 18:00 - 19:00 | McKinney Playground/Park, 74 Faneuil Street, Brighton, 02135, United States

Duck Boat Challenge
2026-04-11 11:00 - 15:00 | Boston Common, 139 Tremont Street, Boston, MA, 02111
Back for round two! The Boston Parks and Recreation’s Duck Boat Challenge returns for its second year on Saturday April 11, 2026, bringing one of the city’s most unique and exhilarating challenges back to Boston Common. Teams of 10 will battle the clock as they pull a 21,000-pound duck boat down the course. Are you ready to take on the competition?
Beyond the thrill, the Duck Boat Challenge celebrates community spirit and the Boston Parks and Recreation programs that help young athletes grow, stay active, and stay healthy.
This event is in partnership with the Boston Duck Tours.

Y Madness - Oak Square League
2026-04-12 09:15 - 10:15 | Oak Square YMCA, 615 Washington St, Brighton, MA, 02135
Oak Square YMCA Youth Basketball League
The Oak Square YMCA Youth Basketball League tips off on Sunday, March 8, and young athletes ages 4–12 are invited to join the action.
This season, players will represent one of several local “college teams,” including Harvard, Northeastern, Boston University, Boston College, and the Georgia Bulldogs. The league is designed for all skill levels, whether children are brand new to the game or already developing their basketball skills.
The program focuses on building teamwork, confidence, sportsmanship, and having fun on the court.
Registration is now open:https://community.ymcaboston.org/s/registration(Be sure to select the Oak Square YMCA location.)
For questions or assistance with registration, contact Mike Markevich, Youth & Families Director, at MMarkevich@ymcaboston.org.

AA Meeting
2026-04-13 17:30 - 19:00 | Brighton Marine Health Center, 77 Warren Street, Brighton, MA, 02135, United States

Writing Group
2026-04-15 10:30 - 12:00 | Faneuil Branch Library, 419 Faneuil Street, Brighton, MA, 02135
Announcing a new writing group at the Faneuil Library! This group is for folks who want to do some narrative writing and share their efforts with others. You do not need any experience, just an interest in writing! Each session will have three parts – inspiration, writing, and sharing. Please bring a notebook or laptop for writing.
