Brighton Main Streets

Guitar 2: Continuing Acoustic Guitar Class
2026-08-28 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | 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!

Brighton Branch Library August Schedule
2026-08-31 08:00 - 17:00
Happy August! The Brighton Branch Library has a great lineup of community programs planned this month, with something for kids, families, and adults.
Make-Your-Own Mosaic
Learn about the ancient art of mosaic making at this hands-on program for children ages 6–12.
Legal Name Change Assistance
Get assistance with changing your legal name with the Massachusetts Transgender Political Coalition (MTPC) on Thursday, August 13. Registration is required.
Clothing Swap
Go shopping in someone else’s closet at a Clothing Swap with Zero Waste Boston. Bring clothes you no longer wear and take home something new to you.
For dates, times, registration information, and more upcoming programs, visit bit.ly/BPLBrighton.

Boston University Men's Soccer Home Opener
2026-09-04 16:00 - 17:00 | Nickerson Field, 285 Babcock Street, Boston, MA, 02215
Kick off the 2026 home season with the Boston University Terriers as they welcome New Hampshire to Nickerson Field!
After finishing the 2025 season with a 10-8 record and ranking No. 67 in the RPI, BU will face eight opponents this season that finished last year ranked among the nation’s top 100.
The Terriers’ next home game will be Tuesday, September 8, against defending America East champion Vermont.
Game Details

Date: Friday, September 4
Time: 6:00 PM
Opponent: New Hampshire
Location: Nickerson Field
Admission: Free

Come out and support BU Men’s Soccer at their home opener!

DEADLINE: Elks Most Valuable Student Scholarship
2026-11-12
The Elks National Foundation is offering 500 four-year scholarships to outstanding high school seniors through its Most Valuable Student Scholarship program.
Applicants are judged on scholarship, leadership, and financial need.
Eligibility

Open to current high school seniors who are U.S. citizens.
Applicants do not need to be related to an Elks member.
High school graduates are not eligible.
Applicants must be U.S. citizens when they apply; permanent residents are not eligible.
Scholarships are for students attending an accredited four-year U.S. college or university on a full-time basis.

Awards
Scholarships range from $1,000 to $7,500 per year for four years.
The top 20 national finalists will receive $30,000 scholarships, while 480 runners-up will receive $4,000 scholarships. The top 20 scholars will also be invited to Leadership Weekend in Chicago in April 2027.
Application Deadline: November 12, 2026, at 11:59 PM Pacific Time
For complete eligibility requirements and to apply, visit the Elks National Foundation scholarship website.
Questions: scholarship@elks.org | 773-755-4732
