Brighton Branch Library July Schedule
2026-07-06, 2026-07-13, 2026-07-20 | Brighton Branch Library, 40 Academy Hill Road, Brighton, MA, 02135
Read, discover, and explore all summer long at the Brighton Branch Library! Pick up a printed copy of the July calendar at the library or visit bit.ly/BPLBrighton for complete information about upcoming programs and events.
Highlights this month include:

Jaws Movie Screenings: Celebrate summer with two screenings of the classic film Jaws. Join us on the evening of Thursday, July 2, or the afternoon of Monday, July 13.
Homemade Ice Cream Workshop: Kids, tweens, and teens ages 6–17 can learn how to make their own ice cream using common household ingredients and supplies on Thursday, July 9. Registration is required.
Creative Writing Workshop Series: Tweens ages 8–14 are invited to explore creative writing through engaging prompts and activities during a three-part workshop series beginning the week of July 13. No registration is required, but participants are encouraged to attend all three sessions.

Faneuil Branch Library July Schedule
2026-07-06, 2026-07-13, 2026-07-20 | Faneuil Branch Library, 419 Faneuil Street, Brighton, MA, 02135

AA Meeting
2026-07-06 17:30 - 19:00, 2026-07-13 17:30 - 19:00, 2026-07-20 17:30 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Brighton Marine Health Center, 77 Warren Street, Brighton, MA, 02135, United States

Allston-Brighton Youth Hockey Registration U10 Girls
2026-07-06 18:00 - 19:00 | Warrior Ice Arena, 90 Guest Street, Brighton, MA, 02134, United States
Tryout & Assessment Skate Registration is OPEN! ⛸️
The 2026–27 season tryout and assessment skate registration is now open! Registration is required for all players, including returning ABYH members.
Click the links below for more information and to register.
U10 Girls (2016 & 2017 Birthyears): March 23 at 6pm & March 30 at 5pm both at Warrior Ice Arena

Open Mic Night
2026-07-06 20:00 - 22:00, 2026-07-13 20:00 - 22:00 | Porter Belly’s Pub, 338 Washington Street, Brighton, MA, 02135

Fresh Truck at PSF
2026-07-07 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!

Summer Zoning Clinic Series
2026-07-07 16:00 - 18:00, 2026-07-14 16:00 - 18:00 | Virtual
Need Help Navigating Zoning and Permitting?
The City of Boston’s Inspectional Services Department (ISD) will host weekly Zoning Clinics throughout the summer on Tuesdays from 4:00–6:00 PM.
These virtual clinics are designed to help small business owners understand basic zoning requirements and the permitting process. Limited in-person appointments may also be available.
Business owners can reserve a spot by completing the registration form. After submitting the form, participants will be assigned one of their preferred time slots, or their questions may be addressed directly through a follow-up email.
Please note that these clinics are intended as an informational resource only. Participation does not constitute a formal zoning determination, permit review, or approval.

Free Park Fitness: Kick It by Eliza with Olivia
2026-07-07 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-07-14 18:00 - 19:00 | Brighton Common, 30 Chestnut Hill Avenue, Brighton, MA, 02135
Get moving this summer with Kick It by Eliza with Olivia, a free outdoor fitness class at Brighton Common!
Offered in partnership with the Boston Parks and Recreation Department and the Boston Public Health Commission, this music-driven, kickboxing-inspired workout combines high-intensity interval training with kickboxing, boxing, rhythmic movement, and a meditative cool-down. The class features 13 rounds of energetic exercise and is suitable for all fitness levels.
Program Details:

When: Tuesdays, May 5–August 25, 2026
Time: 6:00–7:00 PM
Where: Brighton Common, 30 Chestnut Hill Ave., Brighton

Please bring a yoga mat, sneakers, water, and a willingness to have fun!
Advance registration through Eventbrite is encouraged so you can add the class to your calendar and receive updates about schedule changes or weather-related cancellations.
Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/

AA Meeting - Morbid Reflections
2026-07-07 19:15 - 20:00, 2026-07-14 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.

Brighton Farmers Market
2026-07-08 13:30 - 18:30, 2026-07-15 13:30 - 18:30 | Brighton Common, 30 Chestnut Hill Avenue, Brighton, MA, 02135
Since 2016, the Brighton Farmers Market has been a vibrant community gathering place, offering a wide variety of local foods, farm-fresh produce, sustainable meats, and artisanal products. The market also features live music and family-friendly activities, creating an enjoyable experience for visitors of all ages. Committed to supporting local farmers and vendors, the market proudly accepts all major food benefits and subsidies, including SNAP/HIP, WIC, Senior Farmers Market Coupons, and City of Boston Farmers Market Coupons, helping to make fresh, healthy food accessible to everyone in the community.

Celebrate Summer at the Allstonway Soccer Ball Scavenger Hunt – July 8!
2026-07-08 16:00 - 19:00 | Allstonway, 60 Western Avenue, Allston, MA, 02134
Grab your family, friends, and neighbors and join the fun at Allstonway on Wednesday, July 8, for an exciting Soccer Ball Scavenger Hunt celebrating the Summer of America 250 and the excitement of the FIFA World Cup!
The festivities begin at 4:30 PM, when 250 soccer balls will be hidden throughout Allstonway, waiting to be discovered. Best of all, every soccer ball is a winner! Lucky participants will receive prizes ranging from Allstonway swag to fantastic grand prizes generously donated by local businesses, including The Atlas Hotel, Ama, Foxglove Terrace, The Coop, Phin Coffee House, and Revival Café.
The fun doesn’t stop with the scavenger hunt! Spend the afternoon enjoying live music, delicious food from a local food truck, yard games, and plenty of family-friendly activities. After finding your soccer ball, be sure to stop by the Allstonway tent to claim your prize and join in the celebration.
This free community event is a wonderful way to kick off the summer, connect with neighbors, support local businesses, and celebrate everything that makes our neighborhood so special.
Admission is free and everyone is welcome!
Please RSVP so organizers can keep you informed of any schedule changes or weather-related updates.
Register today: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/summer-kickoff-scavenger-hunt-tickets-1992927937108?fbclid=IwY2xjawS53wZleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETJlTWtGd09oTDliWTRHUlA4c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHtgsSoE9i7992shw20wpq8CptpzngHtaDYCxupAddXgL1rfjZvXasLHushfM_aem_D_H2xKMW4hfHlSaKSaJOTw…

Free Family Yoga Returns to Portsmouth Street Playground This Summer
2026-07-08 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-07-15 18:00 - 19:00 | Portsmouth Street Playground, 35 Portsmouth Street, Brighton, MA, 02135
Free Family Yoga Returns to Portsmouth Street Playground This Summer
Looking for a fun, healthy, and relaxing way to spend your Wednesday evenings this summer? Join the Boston Parks Fitness Series for FREE Family Yoga classes at Portsmouth Street Playground in Brighton.
Led by certified instructor Maryssa Hartsgrove, these outdoor yoga sessions are open to participants of all ages and fitness levels. Classes focus on building core strength, increasing flexibility, and promoting overall wellness through dynamic yoga poses and mindful breathing exercises. Whether you are an experienced yogi or trying yoga for the first time, these welcoming classes provide a great opportunity to move, stretch, and connect with your community in a beautiful outdoor setting.
Event Details
Family Yoga with Maryssa Hartsgrove
Wednesdays, May 6 – August 26, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Location: Portsmouth Street Playground
35 Portsmouth Street, Brighton, MA 02135
Participants are encouraged to register through Eventbrite to add the class to their calendar and receive notifications regarding weather-related cancellations or schedule changes.
The Boston Parks Fitness Series is hosted by the Boston Parks and Recreation Department in partnership with the Boston Public Health Commission and is proudly sponsored by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts.
These free classes are a wonderful opportunity for individuals and families to enjoy the outdoors, improve their health and wellness, and take advantage of one of the many recreational programs offered throughout Boston’s parks system.
For additional information and registration, visit boston.gov/fitness.

Brighton Allston Congregational Food Pantry Summer Update
2026-07-11 10:00 - 13:00 | Allston Brighton Food Pantry, 404 Washington Street, Brighton, MA, 02135
The Brighton Allston Congregational Food Pantry is pleased to be open for the summer and extends its sincere thanks to everyone who supported the pantry during its recent transition.
The pantry has returned to its regular operating schedule, with a few updates. Be sure to check the current weekly schedule for the latest distribution times.
Additional outdoor food distributions may be added throughout the summer, so follow the pantry’s social media channels for the latest announcements.
Please note that the Nearly New Thrift Shop will be closed on Friday, July 4.
The food pantry is also seeking volunteers to help serve the community this summer. Those interested in volunteering are encouraged to complete the July volunteer registration form. Questions about the volunteer schedule may be directed to Operations Coordinator Grace at volunteer@brightonallstonucc.org.
For more information about the food pantry, visit: https://abfoodpantry.com/
To volunteer in July, register here: https://bacc.breezechms.com/form/Julyvolunteerform
To support the pantry with a donation, visit: https://www.paypal.com/donate/

Veronica B. Smith Multi-Service Senior Center July
2026-07-13, 2026-07-20
Senior Spotlight (Veronica B. Smith Multi-Service Senior Center) July 2026
https://users.neo.registeredsite.com/…/VBS_Senior…

Japanese Mahjong Open Play
2026-07-16 18:00 - 20:30 | Charlesview Community Center, 123 Antwerp Street, Brighton, MA, 02135

Knitting for Beginners
2026-07-20 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-07-20 18:00 - 20:00 | Jackson Mann Community Center, 40 Armington Street, Allston, MA, 02134
New Programs at Jackson Mann Community Center (JMCC)!
