Knitting for Beginners
2026-08-10 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-08-17 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Jackson Mann Community Center, 40 Armington Street, Allston, MA, 02134
New Programs at Jackson Mann Community Center (JMCC)!

Open Mic Night
2026-08-10 20:00 - 22:00, 2026-08-17 20:00 - 22:00 | Porter Belly’s Pub, 338 Washington Street, Brighton, MA, 02135

Summer Zoning Clinic Series
2026-08-11 16:00 - 18:00, 2026-08-18 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
2026-08-11 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-08-18 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
2026-08-11 19:15 - 20:00, 2026-08-18 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.

Boston Landing August Ice Cream Wednesdays
2026-08-12 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-08-12 12:30 - 14:00, 2026-08-19 12:30 - 14:00 | Athletics PanK & Boston Landing, 92-96 Guest Street, Brighton, MA, 02135, United States
Looking for a midweek treat? Join Boston Landing every Wednesday in August for an afternoon ice cream break.
Dates: August 12, 19, and 26
Time: 12:30–2:00 PM
Location: Athletes Park, 91 Guest Street, Boston, MA
Far Out Ice Cream will be serving delicious New Zealand-style ice cream cups with a build-your-own toppings bar.
Stop by Athletes Park for a sweet afternoon break and enjoy Ice Cream Wednesdays at Boston Landing!

Brighton Farmers Market
2026-08-12 13:30 - 18:30, 2026-08-19 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.

Free Family Yoga Returns to Portsmouth Street Playground This Summer
2026-08-12 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-08-19 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.

Free Beginner Acoustic Guitar Classes
2026-08-14 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-08-21 17:00 - 19:00 | MA
BCYF Jackson Mann Community Center
FREE Beginner Acoustic Guitar Classes
Whether you’re picking up a guitar for the first time or ready to build on your basic skills, these fun, results-oriented classes will help you play with confidence.
Beginner Acoustic Guitar
Learn the fundamentals of acoustic guitar, including:

Basic chords
Strumming techniques
Rhythm and pulse
Chord patterns
Playing songs

This hands-on class emphasizes practical skills so you can start making music and enjoying your guitar right away.
Acoustic Guitar 2
Designed as a continuation of the Beginner Acoustic Guitar class, Guitar 2 focuses on expanding your skills and musicality.
Participants should be comfortable playing the open chords E, A, G, C, and D, and have some experience strumming or playing simple songs.
Topics include:

Bar chords and alternative chord positions
Improved rhythm, strumming, and picking techniques
Learning songs using online resources such as Google, Ultimate Guitar, and YouTube

No music theory background is required.
Fridays • July 24 – August 28
FREE • Ages 16+
Sign up today and start making music!

Guitar 2: Continuing Acoustic Guitar Class
2026-08-14 19:00 - 20:30, 2026-08-21 19:00 - 20:30 | Jackson Mann Community Center, 40 Armington Street, Allston, MA, 02134
Ready to take the next step in your guitar journey? Guitar 2 is a continuation of the JMCC Beginner Acoustic Guitar Class and is open to anyone in the community with basic acoustic guitar experience.
Participants should be comfortable playing the open chords E, A, G, C, and D, and have some experience strumming or playing simple songs.
In this class, you’ll build on those fundamentals by learning:

Bar chords and alternative chord positions
More musical strumming patterns, rhythms, and picking techniques
Popular songs using online resources such as Google, Ultimate Guitar, and YouTube

No music theory background is required, just bring your acoustic guitar and a willingness to learn in a fun, supportive environment!

Irish Village, I.V., Live Entertainment
2026-08-14 21:30, 2026-08-15 21:30, 2026-08-21 21:30 | Irish Village, 224 Market Street, Brighton, MA, 02135
Weekends Sound Better at Irish Village!
Make your weekend plans at Irish Village! Join us every Friday & Saturday from 9:30 PM–1:30 AM for live music, great drinks, and an unforgettable night out.
Gather your friends, enjoy the music, and let the weekend begin!
Irish Village | Every Friday & Saturday | 9:30 PM–1:30 AM

Veronica B. Smith Multi-Service Senior Center August
2026-08-17 | MA
Senior Spotlight (Veronica B. Smith Multi-Service Senior Center) August 2026
https://users.neo.registeredsite.com/…/VBS_Senior…

AA Meeting
2026-08-17 17:30 - 19:00 | Brighton Marine Health Center, 77 Warren Street, Brighton, MA, 02135, United States

Allston-Brighton Breakfast Walking Food Tour
2026-08-20 08:00 - 09:00 | Allstonway, 60 Western Avenue, Allston, MA, 02134
Thursday, August 20, 2026
8:00–9:00 AM
Hosted by Allston-Brighton Food Tours
Location: Allstonway, behind the David Rubenstein Treehouse
Meeting Point: Green abstract art
20 Western Ave., Allston, MA
How well do you know your neighborhood across time and taste? Join Allston-Brighton Food Tours for an express walking tour exploring the neighborhood’s rich history of food access and its role in feeding the community during the American Revolution.
This approximately 30-minute walking tour will explore the Allstonway and ERC area and conclude with a funded breakfast at Phin on Western Ave., inside the Treehouse.
Participants may also have the opportunity to explore the future Allstonway by the SEC arboretum.
RSVP is required and space is limited. Please provide any allergy or dietary information when registering. If your plans change, please update your RSVP so someone on the waitlist can attend.
Parking is available in the Harvard iLab/Life Lab metered surface-level lot.
For more information and future self-guided tours, visit ABFoodToursBoston.

Japanese Mahjong Open Play
2026-08-20 18:00 - 20:30 | Charlesview Community Center, 123 Antwerp Street, Brighton, MA, 02135

Brighton Allston Congregational Food Pantry Summer Update
2026-08-22 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/

Allston-Brighton Dinner Walking Food Tour: Boston Landing
2026-08-22 19:00 - 21:00 | Herter Park, 1175 Soldiers Field Road, Boston, MA, 02134, United States
Saturday, August 22, 2026
7:00–9:00 PM
Hosted by Allston-Brighton Food Tours
Meeting Location: Herter Park, by the community garden sign
1175 Soldiers Field Rd., Brighton, MA
Explore Allston-Brighton through food and history on this walking food tour highlighting the neighborhood’s rich history of food access and its role in feeding the community during the American Revolution.
The 40–60 minute walking tour will include frequent stops along the way, traveling from Herter Park to Charles River Speedway and continuing to Boston Landing. Participants will enjoy complimentary food stops at Pizza Project and Darbar.
After the tour, participants are encouraged to continue on to Irish Village for live music.
Please note: This is a one-way tour. The tour ends approximately a 20–30 minute walk from the starting location.
Additional food and drinks are available for purchase along the way.
RSVP is required and space is limited. Please provide any allergy or dietary information when registering. If your plans change, please update your RSVP so someone on the waitlist can attend.
For more information and future self-guided tours, visit ABFoodToursBoston.
