Artist Holiday Matket
2025-12-14 14:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Cafenation, 380 Washington Street, Brighton, MA, 02135
For the first time, we’re hosting an Artist Holiday Market here at Cafenation!🎄
Come sip festive beverages (our coffee bar will be open) while shopping from local artists and businesses in the cozy warmth of Cafénation.
✨Sunday, December 14 from 2:00 to 4:00 PM✨
Yes, we are opening our doors on a Sunday, so you know this has to be good!
Share this with somebody you know loves Cafénation and/or supporting local and we can’t wait to see you there! Stay tuned for a preview of who our vendors will be.

Open Mic Night
2025-12-15 20:00 - 22:00, 2025-12-22 20:00 - 22:00, 2025-12-29 20:00 - 22:00, 2026-01-05 20:00 - 22:00 | Porter Belly’s Pub, 338 Washington Street, Brighton, MA, 02135

District 14 Community Compstat
2025-12-16 18:00 - 19:30 | Harvard Ed Portal, 224 Western Avenue, Allston, MA, United States
Boston Police Department District D-14

Below you will find a link to the pre-survey in preparation for our Community Compstat meeting in December at the Harvard Ed Portal. So that we better understand attendee expectations, preferences and needs to ensure increased engagement and satisfaction attendees are asked to fill out ahead of time. Any questions feel free to contact the Community Service Office at (617) 343-4376.
https://docs.google.com/…/1FAIpQLSe4Vpi…/viewform

BMS Board Meeting
2025-12-17 18:00 - 19:00 | Presentaion School Foundation, 640 Washington Street, Brighton, MA, 02135

Grand Chanukak Hummer Parade
2025-12-18 17:00 - 18:00 | Massachusetts
Shaloh House of Brighton is hosting a Chanukah Parade before the annual menorah lighting!

Applications open for Small Business
2025-12-20, 2025-12-27, 2026-01-03, 2026-01-10 | Massachusetts
PROGRAM OVERVIEW

To 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
The 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.
Applications will be open from Small Business Saturday, November 29, 2025, to Friday, January 16, 2026 at 11:59 CT.

2026 Historical Calendar Sale
2025-12-20 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-12-27 11:00 - 12:00 | Brighton Post Office, 424 Washington Street, Brighton, MA, 02135
📅 Brighton Allston Historical Society 2026 Calendars
Here’s some information for you regarding/ the sales of the Brighton Allston Historical Society Calendar —2026 edition.
This is our 22nd year publishing this Historical Calendar, our only fundraiser.
Where to buy? At $10.00 per copy. The calendar is sold at:
Daniels Bakery, 395 Washington St, Brighton
“Dream Convenience” store, 108 Franklin St, Allston
Brighton Allston Heritage Museum at 20 Chestnut Hill Ave open on Thursdays and Fridays 11:00AM to 3:00 PM.
St. Col’s Rectory ( see Tricia McShane)
And 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!
If you or anyone you know wants to buy ten or more, then the calendar costs $7.00 each.
Email Contact: Nancy O’Hara (nohara3@verizon.net)

Brighton Bazaar - Holiday Stroll
2025-12-20 11:00 - 2025-12-21 18:00 | The Charles River Speed Way, 525 Western Avenue, Brighton, MA, 02135

Porter Belly’s Live Entertainment
2025-12-20 21:30 | Porter Belly’s Pub, 338 Washington Street, Brighton, MA, 02135
🔥December Live Music Line-up🔥
We’ve live music every weekend this December,
Porter Belly’s is officially your go-to pub for live music this Holiday season🎄 – see you there🫡

Devlin's Holiday Toy Drive
2025-12-21 13:00 - 16:00 | Devlin’s
Our friends at @devlins02135 are into the Holiday Spirit and they want us to join them for an afternoon of cocoa, Santa and cheer!
Bring a toy or canned goods to support our local community and celebrate the holidays!!!
#brightonma #brightonmainstreets #holidays #supportsmallbusiness

Dash Cafe will be closed December 24 through January 5
2025-12-25 - 2026-01-05 | Massachusetts
Dash Café will be closed December 24 through January 5. We wish everyone happy holidays and see you in the new year!

Porter Belly’s NYE Entertainment
2025-12-31 | Porter Belly’s Pub, 338 Washington Street, Brighton, MA, 02135

Learn to Skate Program
2026-01-03 11:30 - 12:15, 2026-01-10 11:30 - 12:15 | Massachusetts
Learn to Skate and Play Hockey with Allston-Brighton Youth Hockey
The second session of AB Youth Hockey’s “Learn to Skate” and “Learn to Play Hockey” programs begins January 3rd. Register now!

Application for Apprenticeship
2026-01-05 | Massachusetts
2026 Boston JATC Apprenticeship Application period closes 1/30/26.

Applications are accepted at BostonJATC.com

AA Meeting
2026-01-05 17:30 - 19:00 | Brighton Marine Health Center, 77 Warren Street, Brighton, MA, 02135, United States

Fresh Truck at PSF
2026-01-06 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!

AA Meeting - Morbid Reflections
2026-01-06 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.

Preschool Story Time
2026-01-07 08:00 - 17:00 | Brighton Branch Library, 40 Academy Hill Road, Brighton, MA, 02135

Boston Parks Winter Fitness Series
2026-01-07 13:00 - 14:00 | Veronica Smith Senior Community Center, 20 Chestnut Hill Avenue, Brighton, MA, 02435
Join us for FREE Tai Chi classes led by a certified instructor! This program is a partnership between the Boston Parks and Recreation Department and the Boston Public Health Commission, and is proudly sponsored by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts.
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese martial art practiced as a slow, flowing exercise that promotes relaxation, stress reduction, balance, and overall wellness—benefiting the body, mind, and spirit.
🔗 Registration required:Sign up on Eventbrite to add the class to your calendar and receive updates about weather-related changes or cancellations.👉 Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/…/boston-parks-winter…
📧 Questions?Contact Jennifer Misiaszek at jennifer.misiaszek@boston.gov

Notch Dart Night
2026-01-08 19:00 - 21:00 | The Charles River Speed Way, 525 Western Avenue, Brighton, MA, 02135
THURSDAYS | 7–9 PM 🎯CASUAL DART CHUCKING & FRIENDLY COMPETITION
• Teams of two• Rotating formats week to week• Temporary fame & glory guaranteed• House darts available (or bring your own)
Fun is mandatory. Dart skills are not.

Allston-Brighton Coffee Hours!
2026-01-09 10:00 - 11:00 | House Cafe, 132 Chestnut Hill Avenue, Brighton, MA, 02135

Free Vaccine Clinics in Boston
2026-01-10 10:00 - 14:00 | Josephine A. Fiorentino Community Center, 123 Antwerp Street, Brighton, MA, 02135
💉 FREE Flu & COVID-19 Vaccines📅 Sat, Jan 10, 2026 | 10AM–2PM📍 Josephine A. Fiorentino Community Center123 Antwerp St, Brighton
✔️ No appointment needed – walk-ins welcome✔️ Insurance & ID not required
Flu & COVID-19 vaccines available for ages 6 months and older. Protect yourself and your community with safe, effective vaccines.
#BostonPublicHealth #FreeVaccines #BrightonMA #FluShot #COVID19
