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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251031T150000
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UID:5999-1761922800-1761930000@brightonmainstreets.org
SUMMARY:Trick or Treat in Brighton Center
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://brightonmainstreets.org/event/trick-or-treat-in-brighton-center/2025-10-31/
LOCATION:Brighton Center\, 435 Market St\, Brighton\, MA 02135\, Brighton\, MA\, 02135\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251103
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251116
DTSTAMP:20260421T193423
CREATED:20251103T180515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T205246Z
UID:5878-1762128000-1763251199@brightonmainstreets.org
SUMMARY:On-Line Pop-Up Shop
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Are you ready to start some of your Holiday shopping? The on-line pop-up sale for Brighton wear is live until November 15. Use the QR code or the link\, https://brighton-2025.itemorder.com/\, to place your order.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://brightonmainstreets.org/event/on-line-pop-up-shop/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251105T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251105T193000
DTSTAMP:20260421T193423
CREATED:20251103T232024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T232024Z
UID:6003-1762363800-1762371000@brightonmainstreets.org
SUMMARY:Veterans Count of Fallen Heroes
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://brightonmainstreets.org/event/veterans-count-of-fallen-heroes/
LOCATION:The Rita M. DiGesse Community Room\, Honan-Allston Library\, 300 N. Harvard Street\, Allston\, MA\, 02134\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251110T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251110T220000
DTSTAMP:20260421T193423
CREATED:20251103T235632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T000201Z
UID:6019-1762804800-1762812000@brightonmainstreets.org
SUMMARY:Open Mic Night
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://brightonmainstreets.org/event/open-mic-night/2025-11-10/
LOCATION:Porter Belly’s Pub\, 338 Washington Street\, Brighton\, MA\, 02135
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251117T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251117T220000
DTSTAMP:20260421T193423
CREATED:20251103T235632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T000203Z
UID:6021-1763409600-1763416800@brightonmainstreets.org
SUMMARY:Open Mic Night
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://brightonmainstreets.org/event/open-mic-night/2025-11-17/
LOCATION:Porter Belly’s Pub\, 338 Washington Street\, Brighton\, MA\, 02135
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251118
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251226
DTSTAMP:20260421T193423
CREATED:20251121T175125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251121T175633Z
UID:6477-1763424000-1766707199@brightonmainstreets.org
SUMMARY:Holiday Gift Drive
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \n\nWest End House\n\n\nIt’s officially that time of year again\, and our 2025 Holiday Wishlist is live! YOU can make the holiday season that much merrier for our young people – Buy a gift for one of our members at https://a.co/hEVeTh9\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://brightonmainstreets.org/event/holiday-gift-drive/
LOCATION:West End House\, 105 Allston Street\, Allston\, MA\, 02134
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251119T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251119T140000
DTSTAMP:20260421T193423
CREATED:20251121T184633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251121T184746Z
UID:6498-1763555400-1763560800@brightonmainstreets.org
SUMMARY:City On The Go Truck Schedule
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URL:https://brightonmainstreets.org/event/city-on-the-go-truck-schedule/
LOCATION:Oak Square YMCA\, 615 Washington St\, Brighton\, MA\, 02135
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251119T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251119T190000
DTSTAMP:20260421T193423
CREATED:20251103T202906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T003003Z
UID:5922-1763575200-1763578800@brightonmainstreets.org
SUMMARY:BMS Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://brightonmainstreets.org/event/bms-board-meeting/2025-11-19/
LOCATION:Presentaion School Foundation\, 640 Washington Street\, Brighton\, MA\, 02135
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251121T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251121T200000
DTSTAMP:20260421T193423
CREATED:20251121T165035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251121T165135Z
UID:6458-1763755200-1763755200@brightonmainstreets.org
SUMMARY:Peka Restaurant - Live Music
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \n\n Tonight at PEKA Restaurant! \nAlexander Faría is bringing the heat with salsa\, merengue\, and bachata \n\n\nCome enjoy live music\, great vibes\, and an unforgettable night.\nWe’ll be waiting for you!\n\n\n Friday\, 21\n FREE COVER\n PEKA Restaurant – 304 Washington Street\, Boston\, MA\n Reservations: 617-953-4036\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://brightonmainstreets.org/event/peka-restaurant-live-music/
LOCATION:Peka Restaurant\, 304 Washington Street\, Brighton\, MA\, 02135
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251122T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251122T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T193423
CREATED:20251121T172625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251121T173812Z
UID:6470-1763820000-1763823600@brightonmainstreets.org
SUMMARY:A Cookbook & Potluck @ Brighton Branch Library
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \n\nBrighton Branch of the Boston Public Library\n\n\n\nTHIS WEEKEND! Our cookbook club is reading New Native Kitchen by Freddie Bitsoie and James O. Fraioli. The cookbook features 100 modern interpretations of Indigenous cuisine with plenty of seasonal Fall recipes.\n\n\n\nThe Food Group is a potluck and book club for cookbooks. We meet on either the 3rd or 4th Saturday every month from 2-3 PM.\n\n\n\nBringing a dish is not required and neither is reading all of the cookbook. Copies are available at the front desk of the Branch.\n\n\n\nAre you coming?\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://brightonmainstreets.org/event/a-cookbook-potluck-brighton-branch-library/
LOCATION:Brighton Branch Library\, 40 Academy Hill Road\, Brighton\, MA\, 02135
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251122T213000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251122T213000
DTSTAMP:20260421T193423
CREATED:20251122T205712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251122T205712Z
UID:6505-1763847000-1763847000@brightonmainstreets.org
SUMMARY:Porter Belly's - Full Moon Somewhere
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://brightonmainstreets.org/event/porter-bellys-full-moon-somewhere/
LOCATION:Porter Belly’s Pub\, 338 Washington Street\, Brighton\, MA\, 02135
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251123T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251123T120000
DTSTAMP:20260421T193423
CREATED:20251121T155420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251121T155420Z
UID:6433-1763890200-1763899200@brightonmainstreets.org
SUMMARY:Cleanup Day - McKinney Park
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://brightonmainstreets.org/event/cleanup-day-mckinney-park/
LOCATION:McKinney Playground/Park\, 74 Faneuil Street\, Brighton\, 02135\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251123T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251123T180000
DTSTAMP:20260421T193423
CREATED:20251121T163213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251121T164547Z
UID:6447-1763895600-1763920800@brightonmainstreets.org
SUMMARY:Brighton Bazaar Trove: Treasures & Trinkets Galore!
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \n For those entranced by the tiny & shiny\, enthralled with all that is small – we’re excited to welcome back our 2nd annual Trove: Treasures & Trinkets Galore!\n Sun. Nov. 23 11am-6pm: 100+ vendors will pop up at The Charles River Speedway in Boston (525 Western Ave 02135) to sell jewelry\, gems\, baubles\, & more! Featuring 50+ creators & curators of vintage or handmade jewelry!!\n We’ll also have doodads & whatsits a-plenty! You want thingamajigs? Here’s 20\,000. How many little wonders CAN one market hold??\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://brightonmainstreets.org/event/trove-treasures-trinkets-galore/
LOCATION:The Charles River Speed Way\, 525 Western Avenue\, Brighton\, MA\, 02135
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251124T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251124T220000
DTSTAMP:20260421T193423
CREATED:20251103T235632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T000203Z
UID:6022-1764014400-1764021600@brightonmainstreets.org
SUMMARY:Open Mic Night
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://brightonmainstreets.org/event/open-mic-night/2025-11-24/
LOCATION:Porter Belly’s Pub\, 338 Washington Street\, Brighton\, MA\, 02135
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251127
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251128
DTSTAMP:20260421T193423
CREATED:20251118T010226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T010226Z
UID:6348-1764201600-1764287999@brightonmainstreets.org
SUMMARY:Thanksgiving
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]🦃✨ Happy Thanksgiving from Brighton Main Streets! ✨🦃 \nWe are so grateful for our incredible small businesses\, neighbors\, and community partners who make Brighton such a vibrant place to live\, work\, and gather. Your dedication\, creativity\, and spirit bring our streets to life every day. \nThis Thanksgiving\, we celebrate YOU—the heart of our community. May your holiday be filled with joy\, connection\, and gratitude. \n🍂 Thank you for being part of Brighton’s story. Together\, we make our neighborhood stronger.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://brightonmainstreets.org/event/thanksgiving/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251127
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251130
DTSTAMP:20260421T193423
CREATED:20251124T231053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T231113Z
UID:6546-1764201600-1764460799@brightonmainstreets.org
SUMMARY:Matt's Barber Studio Thanksgiving Schedule
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]We’ll be closed the 27-29 for the thanksgiving holiday\, so come by Tuesday or Wednesday to look fresh for grandma![/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://brightonmainstreets.org/event/matts-barber-studio-thanksgiving-schedule/
CATEGORIES:Small Businesses
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251127
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251129
DTSTAMP:20260421T193423
CREATED:20251124T231402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T231402Z
UID:6548-1764201600-1764374399@brightonmainstreets.org
SUMMARY:Glasser Coffee Thanksgiving Schedule
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://brightonmainstreets.org/event/glasser-coffee-thanksgiving-schedule/
CATEGORIES:Small Businesses
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://brightonmainstreets.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/GlasserCoffeeThanksgivingSchedule.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251127
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251201
DTSTAMP:20260421T193423
CREATED:20251124T230514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T231556Z
UID:6543-1764201600-1764547199@brightonmainstreets.org
SUMMARY:Cafenation Thanksgiving Schedule
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Cafénation’ is taking away the stress of planning your Thanksgiving week coffee stops with our updated hours for next week 💛 \nCome by early next week for one of Cafénation’s holiday drink and baked good specials before you start your Thanksgiving weekend![/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://brightonmainstreets.org/event/cafenation-thanksgiving-schedule/
CATEGORIES:Small Businesses
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251127T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251127T200000
DTSTAMP:20260421T193423
CREATED:20251121T170237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251121T170237Z
UID:6465-1764262800-1764273600@brightonmainstreets.org
SUMMARY:Community Potluck at Josephine A. Fiorentino Community Center
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://brightonmainstreets.org/event/community-potluck-at-josephine-a-fiorentino-community-center/
LOCATION:Josephine A. Fiorentino Community Center\, 123 Antwerp Street\, Brighton\, MA\, 02135
CATEGORIES:Community Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://brightonmainstreets.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/ThanksgivingPotluck.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251128
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251202
DTSTAMP:20260421T193423
CREATED:20251127T044051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251127T044051Z
UID:6553-1764288000-1764633599@brightonmainstreets.org
SUMMARY:The Brighton Emporium Holiday Sale
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]The Brighton Emporium \n📣 Extra\, extra!! Announcing our annual holiday sale: a rare opportunity to snag a bargain\, while still shopping small\, local\, & in-person over the long weekend. From Fri. 11/28 to Mon. 12/1 \, over half of our 60+ vendors are marking down their booths for your gift giving needs 🎁. This is 1 of only 2 store sales we do each year!!\n💰 On Small Business Sat. 11/29 only\, a treasure hunt for mini freebies from our vendors\, in little hidden chests! 1 lucky hunter will get $100 to spend in the store!!\n🗓️ We’ll also be open 11am-7pm EVERY SINGLE DAY through the month of December\, with thousands of unique finds you can’t get anywhere else!\n*** Booth discount list ***\n20% OFF\n11/21–11/30: @akriegstudio\n11/28–12/1: @lexiebutterflyvintage\, @alltheragevintage\, @toadiebird\, @vintagewishlist\, @carlrlavigne\, @greatwoodco\, @antmuffinantiques\, @cass.paints\, @sophpremacy\n11/29–12/2: @mollympottery\n15% OFF\n11/28–12/1: @feralfawnart\, @kekii_crafts\, @wickedguicho\, @aimeebelangerart\, @sarshaha\, @cloverpatchjewelry\n11/28–12/2: @coopsy.art\n11/28–12/31: @hecho_a_mano_\n10% OFF\n11/21–11/30: @the_jewelry_department\n11/28–11/30: @lesleyscreativelife\n11/28–12/1: @iconic.dsgns\, @thesirencollective\, @crescentsunstudio\, @shrimpsalad.studios\, @rebookedboston\, @thewirewitch\, @sugalski.ceramics\n11/29–12/1: @deathcapdecor\n*** Info ***\n📍Address: 406 Western Ave Boston MA 02135\n*** Getting Here ***\n🚲 Bike: rack out front\n🚌 Bus: 70\, 86\n🚂 Train: @boston_landing station\, zone 1A (same cost as the T)\n🚗 Drive: We’re right off the highway!\n🅿️ Free Parking:\n– 2hr street parking throughout neighborhood behind us\, no time limit after 6pm weekdays + all day on weekends\n– public lot at 1245 Soldiers Fld Rd over footbridge\n– Many restaurants nearby have their own lots: If you buy something\, you can park while shopping with us!\n*Garage behind 280 Western Ave\, $5 w/ validation by @fidopizzaboston or @parkbagelry *\n@followers @topfans \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://brightonmainstreets.org/event/the-brighton-emporium-holiday-sale/
LOCATION:The Brighton Emporium\, 406 Western Avenue\, Brighton\, MA\, 02135
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Small Businesses
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251129
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251130
DTSTAMP:20260421T193423
CREATED:20251103T232332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251121T183047Z
UID:6013-1764374400-1764460799@brightonmainstreets.org
SUMMARY:Small Business Saturday
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \n\n\n\nSmall Business Saturday in 2025 will be on November 29th. \nThis annual event\, started by American Express in 2010\, encourages consumers to support small local businesses during the holiday shopping season.\n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://brightonmainstreets.org/event/small-business-saturday/
CATEGORIES:BMS Events,Community Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://brightonmainstreets.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/ShopLocal.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251129
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251130
DTSTAMP:20260421T193423
CREATED:20251124T225120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T223000Z
UID:6538-1764374400-1764460799@brightonmainstreets.org
SUMMARY:Applications open for Small Business
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \n\n\n\nPROGRAM OVERVIEW\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTo help small businesses grow\, innovate\, and support their local communities\, American Express is teaming up with Main Street America this Small Business Saturday® to launch the Amex Shop Small Grants Program. The Program will provide an initial $5 million to fund 250 grants of $20\,000 each to eligible small business owners across the U.S. Plus\, every time an American Express Card Member shops with their eligible Card at a qualifying U.S. small business on November 29\, 2025\, American Express will donate an additional $1 to fund additional grants.1 \nThe Amex Shop Small Grants Program reflects the shared commitment of American Express and Main Street America to champion small businesses that strengthen communities and help local economies thrive. \nApplications will be open from Small Business Saturday\, November 29\, 2025\, to Friday\, January 16\, 2026 at 11:59 CT. \n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://brightonmainstreets.org/event/applications-will-be-open-from-small-business/2025-11-29/
CATEGORIES:Small Businesses
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251129T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251129T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T193423
CREATED:20251127T163526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251127T163526Z
UID:6558-1764406800-1764428400@brightonmainstreets.org
SUMMARY:Blood Drive
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]The Brighton Elks is hosting a blood drive on Saturday November 29th in support of @bostonchildrens hospital. Sign up info is on the flyer![/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://brightonmainstreets.org/event/blood-drive/
LOCATION:Brighton Elk’s Lodge\, 326 Washington St\, Brighton\, MA\, 02135\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251129T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251129T120000
DTSTAMP:20260421T193423
CREATED:20251123T153455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T173748Z
UID:6509-1764414000-1764417600@brightonmainstreets.org
SUMMARY:2026 Historical Calendar Sale
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]📅 Brighton Allston Historical Society 2026 Calendars \nHere’s some information for you regarding/ the sales of the Brighton Allston Historical Society Calendar —2026 edition.\nThis is our 22nd year publishing this Historical Calendar\, our only fundraiser. \nWhere to buy? At $10.00 per copy. The calendar is sold at: \nDaniels Bakery\, 395 Washington St\, Brighton \n“Dream Convenience” store\, 108 Franklin St\, Allston \nBrighton Allston Heritage Museum at 20 Chestnut Hill Ave open on Thursdays and Fridays 11:00AM to 3:00 PM. \nSt. Col’s Rectory ( see Tricia McShane) \nAnd also we sell the calendars on 5 Saturday mornings in front of the Brighton Post Office from 11AM until noon on November 29\, December 6\, 13\, 20\, and 27. These are sold by loyal members of the BAHS. We welcome anyone who wants to join these sellers for one of hour. Remember to wear hat and gloves! \nIf you or anyone you know wants to buy ten or more\, then the calendar costs $7.00 each. \nEmail Contact: Nancy O’Hara (nohara3@verizon.net)[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://brightonmainstreets.org/event/2026-historical-calendar-sale/2025-11-29/
LOCATION:Brighton Post Office\, 424 Washington Street\, Brighton\, MA\, 02135
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251201T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251215T100000
DTSTAMP:20260421T193423
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UID:6482-1764583200-1765792800@brightonmainstreets.org
SUMMARY:Brighton High School Winter Coat Drive
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \n\nBrighton High School\n\n\nBrighton High School Winter Coat Drive\nDec 1 at 10AM – Dec 15 at 10 AM\n\n\n\nBrighton High School Wishlist 2025-26\n\n\nIn years past\, Brighton High School has had a Teenage Gift Drive to support our students experiencing homelessness and welcome our newly arrived immigrants to the US. The generosity of the Allston-Brighton community and beyond has been remarkable and we are so fortunate to have had amazing support for our students!\n\n\n\nThis year with the high increase in basic needs all across our community\, we are focusing our efforts on collecting new winter clothing and gift cards for grocery stores.\n\n\n\nIf you would like to donate a gift card to a grocery store:\nOur greatest need this year are gift cards to Stop&Shop\, Star Market or Target as these are easily accessible in the Boston area. We are hoping to collect cards of $25 or $50. Please email Carline at ckelly3@bostonpublicschools.org to coordinate collection.\n\n\n\nIf you would like to donate coats\, hats or gloves:\nWe have a wishlist at Target and Amazon. Purchased items will come directly to the school and will be immediately gifted to a student in need. Please email Karen at kcoyle@bostonpublicschools.org with any questions.\nTarget: https://www.target.com/gift-registry/gift/bhswinterwishlist\nAmazon: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1W08XAAE6E8VU..\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://brightonmainstreets.org/event/brighton-high-school-winter-coat-drive/
LOCATION:Brighton HS\, 7878 Brighton Road\, Brighton\, MA\, 02135\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251201T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251201T190000
DTSTAMP:20260421T193423
CREATED:20251103T233907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251121T025904Z
UID:6017-1764608400-1764615600@brightonmainstreets.org
SUMMARY:Brighton Center Tree Lighting
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \n\nThe Brighton Center Tree Lighting will take place on Monday December 1st!\n 5pm Head to the Brighton Elks at 326\nWashington Street for some fun activities and a visit will Santa! Parking is available in the Elks lot pit back\, accessible from Winship Street.\n 6pm Stroll to Brighton Center\n 615 Tree lighting ceremony\n 630prompt Tree Lighting\n\n\nHope to see you there!\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://brightonmainstreets.org/event/brighton-center-tree-lighting-2/
LOCATION:Brighton Center\, 435 Market St\, Brighton\, MA 02135\, Brighton\, MA\, 02135\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251201T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251201T220000
DTSTAMP:20260421T193423
CREATED:20251103T235632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T000203Z
UID:6023-1764619200-1764626400@brightonmainstreets.org
SUMMARY:Open Mic Night
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URL:https://brightonmainstreets.org/event/open-mic-night/2025-12-01/
LOCATION:Porter Belly’s Pub\, 338 Washington Street\, Brighton\, MA\, 02135
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251202T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251202T193000
DTSTAMP:20260421T193423
CREATED:20251201T172147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T172147Z
UID:6565-1764698400-1764703800@brightonmainstreets.org
SUMMARY:Tea Blend Workshop
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Faneuil Branch of the Boston Public Library \nJoin us this Tuesday\, December 2nd at 6:00 for a tea blending workshop! Herbalist Mo Katz-Christy will discuss common herbs for tea: their uses\, flavors\, and energies. Learn how flavors blend and complement each other. Part science and part sensory exploration\, this class will be as playful as it is educational![/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://brightonmainstreets.org/event/tea-blend-workshop/
LOCATION:Faneuil Branch Library\, 419 Faneuil Street\, Brighton\, MA\, 02135
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251203T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251203T190000
DTSTAMP:20260421T193423
CREATED:20251117T225213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T231345Z
UID:6197-1764777600-1764788400@brightonmainstreets.org
SUMMARY:Boston Landing Tree Lighting
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Bright Beats & Festive Cheer: The Boston Landing Holiday Tree Lighting is finally here! \nDate: Wednesday\, December 3 \nEvent Time: 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM \nTree Lighting: 6:00 PM – 6:15 PM \nLocation: Athletes Park & Participating Boston Landing Restaurants\, Guest Street\, Boston\, MA \nFrom 4:00 -7:00 pm Check in at Mistletoe Lounge (Athletes Park) to enjoy: \n\nLive DJ\nFree* Professional Holiday Mini Photo Sessions *first come first served\nFree* Secret Stocking Surprise for Allston Brighton community members\, *first come first served\, while supplies last\, additional details below\nBoston Landing Toy Drive benefiting West End House\nHoliday Carolers & Mr. & Mrs. Clause traveling throughout Guest Street!\n\nDon’t Miss: \n\n4:00 – 4:30 pm\, Story Time with Mr. & Mrs. Claus at Tradesman\n4:00 -6:00 pm\, Letters to Santa at Broken Records\n4:30 – 6:00 pm\, Snowman Crafts at Tradesman\n5:00 – 6:00 pm\, DIY Cookie Kits at Kohi Coffee\, free while supplies last (This is a take-home activity & packaged up for easy transporting!)\n6:00 pm\, Tree Lighting with Holiday Carolers & Mr. & Mrs. Clause at Athletes Park\nand more to be announced\, stay tuned!\n\nHoliday-themed Food & Drink Specials at the following participating locations: \n\nBroken Records\nRail Stop\nKohi Coffee\nThe Pearl\nAmerican Flatbread\nThe Bagel Table\nand more!\n\nAdditional Features: \n\nGuest check-in at Athletes Park (located outside in front of Rail Stop & Kohi Coffee)\nToy Drive collection to benefit the West End House\n\nStocking Surprise: A festive giveaway to spread holiday cheer throughout Boston Landing and the entire Allston / Brighton community. Each stocking includes a mystery gift—a gift card or coupon of varying value to one of the neighborhood’s restaurants or retailers. Guests receive one upon check in\, must be 18+ to receive\, while supplies last. \n\nOne per family or couple\nAvailable while supplies last\nNo exchanges or trades\n\nEvent website:\nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/1925164692419?aff=oddtdtcreator[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://brightonmainstreets.org/event/brighton-landing-tree-lighting/
LOCATION:Athletics PanK & Boston Landing\, 92-96 Guest Street\, Brighton\, MA\, 02135\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251204T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251204T174500
DTSTAMP:20260421T193423
CREATED:20251121T181947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251121T181947Z
UID:6494-1764865800-1764870300@brightonmainstreets.org
SUMMARY:Free Soccer Clinics
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://brightonmainstreets.org/event/free-soccer-clinics/
LOCATION:Jackson Mann Community Center\, 40 Armington Street\, Allston\, MA\, 02134
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