Brighton Main Streets

⚽ Exciting news from Friends of McKinney Park!
2026-06-20 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-06-27 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | McKinney Playground/Park, 74 Faneuil Street, Brighton, 02135, United States
Thanks to support from the Soccer Unity Project, a new girls travel soccer team is being formed to represent Allston-Brighton in the Boston Area Youth Soccer League.
To help build the team and develop skills, free girls soccer clinics will be held on:
📅 Saturday, June 20
📅 Saturday, June 27
The clinics will provide a great opportunity for players to meet the coach, build teamwork, and have fun while improving their game.
For boys who participated in tryouts earlier this spring, updates are expected to be sent by email by June 19.
Questions? Contact Friends of McKinney Park at friendsofmckinneypark@gmail.com.
We love seeing opportunities that bring young athletes together and strengthen our community through sports. Good luck to all the players!

Brighton Branch Library June Schedule
2026-06-22, 2026-06-29 | Brighton Branch Library, 40 Academy Hill Road, Brighton, MA, 02135
Don’t miss out on all the exciting programs happening at the Brighton Branch this month! There are plenty of opportunities to learn, connect, and have fun. Pick up a printed copy of our calendar at the branch, or visit bit.ly/BPLBrighton to explore details about our upcoming programs in June and beyond. We look forward to seeing you at the library!

Free Family Yoga Returns to Portsmouth Street Playground This Summer
2026-06-24 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-07-01 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-07-08 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-07-15 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-07-22 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 Branch Library July Schedule
2026-07-06, 2026-07-13, 2026-07-20, 2026-07-27 | 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, 2026-07-27 | Faneuil Branch Library, 419 Faneuil Street, Brighton, MA, 02135

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…

New Free Summer Opportunity for Middle School Students: STEM on Strip
2026-07-20 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-07-21 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-07-22 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-07-23 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-07-24 10:00 - 16:00 | Boston Fencing Club, 100 Holton Street, Brighton, MA, 02135
This July, Boston students entering grades 5–8 have an exciting opportunity to participate in STEM on Strip, a brand-new week-long summer enrichment program that combines hands-on STEM learning with the Olympic sport of fencing.
Organized by DoGood, hosted by the Boston Fencing Club, and featuring a STEM curriculum developed by Cords for a Cause, this pilot program is designed to expand access to science, technology, engineering, math, and athletics for students who may not otherwise have these opportunities due to socioeconomic barriers.
Throughout the week, participants will explore engaging STEM activities while learning the fundamentals of fencing, helping them build problem-solving skills, confidence, teamwork, and resilience in a fun and supportive environment.
Full Scholarships Available!
A dozen or more full-scholarship spots will be available. Families needing financial assistance are strongly encouraged to express their interest. While scholarship availability is based on program capacity, it is expected that most students requesting financial assistance will receive a full scholarship.
To learn more or express your interest, visit:
https://www.fencersdogood.org/sosboston2026
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to discover new skills, make new friends, and experience an exciting blend of STEM education and athletics this summer!

Sparks a Life With Art
2026-07-21 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-07-23 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-07-28 13:00 - 16:00 | Jackson Mann Community Center, 40 Armington Street, Allston, MA, 02134
New at the JMCC: Please Register
7/21-8/27, 1:00PM-4:00PM
For Teens, Intro to Cricut 4, Intro to work with Resin, Paint Pouring, Dried Flowers with Resin, Logo Design, Silk screen
Co-ed for ages 12-18

Free Summer Fencing Program for Allston-Brighton Students Entering 2nd-4th Grade!
2026-07-21 17:30 - 18:45, 2026-07-23 17:30 - 18:45 | Penniman Road Play Area, 25 Penniman Road, Allston, MA, 02134
Looking for a fun, active, and free summer activity? Boston Fencing Club is offering a FREE 5-week fencing program for Allston-Brighton students entering 2nd–4th grades this fall!
Participants will learn the fundamentals of fencing from professional coaches through fun games, teamwork activities, and skill-building drills. This exciting program helps children develop confidence, coordination, athleticism, and teamwork—all while trying an Olympic sport.
Program Details:

Who: Allston-Brighton residents or students enrolled in Allston-Brighton schools entering 2nd–4th grade in Fall 2026
When: Weekly from July 21–August 20
Choose one session:

Tuesdays: 5:30–6:45 PM
Thursdays: 5:30–6:45 PM

Where: Penniman Road Play Area, Allston
Cost: FREE!

Space is limited, and advance registration is required. Families are asked to register only if they plan to attend the full five-week program.
Register here: https://forms.wix.com/f/7335755837605937925

Free Beginner Acoustic Guitar Classes
2026-07-24 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
2026-07-24 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!
