AA Meeting - Morbid Reflections
2026-05-05 19:15 - 20:00, 2026-05-12 19:15 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | 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.

Veronica B. Smith Multi-Service Senior Center – May Schedule
2026-05-06, 2026-05-13 | Veronica Smith Center, 20 Chestnut Hill Avenue, Brighton, MA, 02135
Senior Spotlight (Veronica B. Smith Multi-Service Senior Center) May 2026

Small Business Month Events
2026-05-06, 2026-05-13, 2026-05-14, 2026-05-15

Brighton Branch Library May Schedule
2026-05-06, 2026-05-13 | Brighton Branch Library, 40 Academy Hill Road, Brighton, MA, 02135
May your spring be off to a great start! Make it even better by stopping into a program or two at the Brighton Branch Library this month.
Adults can get creative and challenge their minds by learning how to construct their own crossword puzzles with our brand-new Clue Crew Crossword Club! The first meeting kicks off on Saturday, May 9 at 11:00 AM.
Kids ages 6–12 can dive into hands-on fun with Buildwave on Saturday, May 16. This high-energy program combines STEAM learning with the excitement of a game show—registration is recommended!
Celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with a special solo performance by Li Liu. Experience the beauty of traditional Chinese acrobatics and hear stories about growing up in a different time and place.

Faneuil Branch Library May Schedule
2026-05-06, 2026-05-08, 2026-05-13, 2026-05-15 | Faneuil Branch Library, 419 Faneuil Street, Brighton, MA, 02135

Small Business Month - Week 1
2026-05-06, 2026-05-07
Join us all month long for a lineup of exciting events, hands-on workshops, networking opportunities, and community spotlights designed to uplift and support Boston’s incredible small business community. Whether you’re launching a new venture, growing your brand, or looking to connect with fellow business owners, there’s something for everyone.
Explore featured Small Business Month events — plus additional programs hosted by the City of Boston and community partners — at boston.gov/small-business-month
Keep an eye out throughout May as we continue sharing more opportunities to celebrate, connect, and support local businesses across Boston!

Bike to Work Day
2026-05-07 07:30 - 09:30

Allston/Brighton Age Strong Advocate Hours with Daisy
2026-05-07 10:30 - 12:30 | Honan-Allston Branch of the Boston Public Library, 300 N Harvard Street, Allston, MA, 02134
Honan-Allston Branch of the Boston Public Library

Join Daisy, your Allston-Brighton Age Strong Advocate, to learn about the City of Boston’s Age Strong Commission and how Age Strong can help enhance your life.

Daisy will help older adults 55+ access city services such as benefits like SNAP, Medicare and Medicaid, fuel assistance, utility discounts, property tax exemptions, housing and so much more!

She’ll be here at the Honan-Allston Branch Library on the first Thursday of every month.

No registration is required.

If you have any questions or would like to make an appointment, please contact Daisy at:
Daisy Grijalva
Advocacy & Benefits Specialist
Age Strong Commission
617-869-6390
daisy.grijalva@boston.gov

Japanese Mahjong Open Play
2026-05-07 18:00 - 20:30 | Charlesview Community Center, 123 Antwerp Street, Brighton, MA, 02135

AB Young Professional Civic Networking Social
2026-05-07 18:00 - 20:30 | Broken Records, 85 Guest Street, Brighton, Massachusetts, 02135
Join us for the AB Young Professional Civic Networking Social on Thursday, May 7, 2026, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Broken Records. Come enjoy light bites, meaningful conversation, and the chance to connect with local organizations and neighbors in a welcoming, community-centered space. Whether you’re looking to learn more about what’s happening in the area, meet new people, or simply unwind, this is a great opportunity to build connections and strengthen community ties. This event is hosted in partnership with Brighton Main Streets, Liz Breadon, Kevin Honan, and Will Brownsberger. RSVP here: Event RSVP.

Coffee with a Cop
2026-05-08 14:00 - 15:00 | In House Cafe, 132 Chestnut Hill Avenue, Brighton, MA, 02135

2026 Teen Youth Basketball League - 13-15 Years Old
2026-05-08 17:00 - 18:00 | McKinney Playground/Park, 74 Faneuil Street, Brighton, 02135, United States

Boston Landing Movie Night at the RoadRunner (21+ Event)
2026-05-08 17:00 - 21:00 | Roadrunner, 89 Guest Street, Brighton, MA, 02135

2026 Teen Youth Basketball League - 16-17 Years Old
2026-05-08 18:00 - 19:00 | McKinney Playground/Park, 74 Faneuil Street, Brighton, 02135, United States

AA Meeting
2026-05-11 17:30 - 19:00 | Brighton Marine Health Center, 77 Warren Street, Brighton, MA, 02135, United States

Open Mic Night
2026-05-11 20:00 - 22:00 | Porter Belly’s Pub, 338 Washington Street, Brighton, MA, 02135

Fresh Truck at PSF
2026-05-12 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!

Writing Group
2026-05-13 10:30 - 12:00 | Faneuil Branch Library, 419 Faneuil Street, Brighton, MA, 02135
Announcing a new writing group at the Faneuil Library! This group is for folks who want to do some narrative writing and share their efforts with others. You do not need any experience, just an interest in writing! Each session will have three parts – inspiration, writing, and sharing. Please bring a notebook or laptop for writing.

Allston/Brighton COC Director's Meeting
2026-05-13 12:00 - 13:30 | Artisan Aslyum, 96 Holton Street, Brighton, MA, 02135
Dear Friends, as May arrives, we find ourselves in a season of momentum, with longer days, growing activity across our business community, and a shared focus on wrapping up the programming year before summer. I hope you will join us for the upcoming Chamber Directors Meeting on May 13 at Artisan’s Asylum, where we will prepare for one of our signature events — the Allston Brighton Chamber of Commerce Annual Dinner on Monday, June 8. This important evening brings together local businesses, community leaders, and partners to celebrate the strength and spirit of our neighborhood. We encourage all Chamber members and directors to support the event by purchasing tickets, securing sponsorships, or donating raffle prizes, all of which help make the evening impactful and successful. Details on how to participate will be shared at the May 13 meeting, and additional information can be found at ABCOC Website, Become an ABCOC Member, RSVP for the May 13 Meeting, and ABCOC Calendar. Thank you for your continued engagement and support — I look forward to working together in the coming weeks to make this year’s Annual Dinner a memorable one. — Ben Franco

Documentation Office Hours Hosted Virtually via Zoom
2026-05-15 13:00 - 14:00
