Brighton Main Streets

Sparks a Life With Art
2026-08-27 13:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | 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

Boston University Field Hockey Home Opener
2026-08-28 16:00 - 18:00 | New Balance Field, 278 Babcock Street, Allston, MA, 02134
Boston University vs. MerrimackFriday, August 28, 20264:00 PMNew Balance Field, Boston
Home Opener! | Free Admission
Come cheer on the Boston University Terriers as they open their 2026 home season against Merrimack at New Balance Field!
Bring the family and enjoy an afternoon of college field hockey right here in Boston. Admission is free!
Game Details

Date: Friday, August 28, 2026
Time: 4:00 PM
Opponent: Merrimack
Location: New Balance Field, Boston, MA
Admission: Free

Come out and support BU Field Hockey at their home opener!

Free Beginner Acoustic Guitar Classes
2026-08-28 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
2026-08-28 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!

Irish Village, I.V., Live Entertainment
2026-08-28 21:30, 2026-08-29 21:30, 2026-09-04 21:30, 2026-09-05 21:30, 2026-09-11 21:30, 2026-09-12 21:30 | Irish Village, 224 Market Street, Brighton, MA, 02135
Weekends Sound Better at Irish Village!
Make your weekend plans at Irish Village! Join us every Friday & Saturday from 9:30 PM–1:30 AM for live music, great drinks, and an unforgettable night out.
Gather your friends, enjoy the music, and let the weekend begin!
Irish Village | Every Friday & Saturday | 9:30 PM–1:30 AM

Veronica B. Smith Multi-Service Senior Center August
2026-08-31 | MA
Senior Spotlight (Veronica B. Smith Multi-Service Senior Center) August 2026
https://users.neo.registeredsite.com/…/VBS_Senior…

Brighton Branch Library August Schedule
2026-08-31 08:00 - 17:00 | MA
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.

AA Meeting
2026-08-31 17:30 - 19:00, 2026-09-07 17:30 - 19:00, 2026-09-14 17:30 - 19:00 | Brighton Marine Health Center, 77 Warren Street, Brighton, MA, 02135, United States

Open Mic Night
2026-08-31 20:00 - 22:00, 2026-09-07 20:00 - 22:00, 2026-09-14 20:00 - 22:00 | Porter Belly’s Pub, 338 Washington Street, Brighton, MA, 02135

AA Meeting - Morbid Reflections
2026-09-01 19:15 - 20:00, 2026-09-08 19:15 - 20:00, 2026-09-15 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.

Brighton Farmers Market
2026-09-02 13:30 - 18:30, 2026-09-09 13:30 - 18:30, 2026-09-16 13:30 - 18:30 | Brighton Common, 30 Chestnut Hill Avenue, Brighton, MA, 02135
Since 2016, the Brighton Farmers Market has been a vibrant community gathering place, offering a wide variety of local foods, farm-fresh produce, sustainable meats, and artisanal products. The market also features live music and family-friendly activities, creating an enjoyable experience for visitors of all ages. Committed to supporting local farmers and vendors, the market proudly accepts all major food benefits and subsidies, including SNAP/HIP, WIC, Senior Farmers Market Coupons, and City of Boston Farmers Market Coupons, helping to make fresh, healthy food accessible to everyone in the community.

Allston/Brighton Age Strong Advocate Hours with Daisy
2026-09-03 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
2026-09-03 18:00 - 20:30 | Charlesview Community Center, 123 Antwerp Street, Brighton, MA, 02135

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!

Learn Irish Dance with O'Shea Chaplin Irish Dancers - New Dancers/Beginners
2026-09-09 16:30 - 17:15 | Star Dance Studio, 323 Washington Street, Brighton, MA, 02135

Learn Irish Dance with O'Shea Chaplin Irish Dancers - Advance Beginners
2026-09-09 17:15 - 18:15 | Star Dance Studio, 323 Washington Street, Brighton, MA, 02135
2026–2027 Irish Dance Classes
Classes run from September through mid-June. Classes are held during February and April school vacations.
Registration: To register, email brightonosheachaplin@gmail.com
Classes for Girls & Boys Ages 4+
Wednesdays — Brighton
Star Dance Studio
323 Washington Street
Brighton, MA
Class Schedule:

4:30–5:15 PM: New Dancers / Beginners
5:15–6:15 PM: Advanced Beginners

Finding the Studio
Enter through the double doors and walk to the end of the hallway. Go upstairs; the studio is through the red door on the right.

Brighton Allston Congregational Food Pantry Summer Update
2026-09-12 10:00 - 13:00 | Allston Brighton Food Pantry, 404 Washington Street, Brighton, MA, 02135
The Brighton Allston Congregational Food Pantry is pleased to be open for the summer and extends its sincere thanks to everyone who supported the pantry during its recent transition.
The pantry has returned to its regular operating schedule, with a few updates. Be sure to check the current weekly schedule for the latest distribution times.
Additional outdoor food distributions may be added throughout the summer, so follow the pantry’s social media channels for the latest announcements.
Please note that the Nearly New Thrift Shop will be closed on Friday, July 4.
The food pantry is also seeking volunteers to help serve the community this summer. Those interested in volunteering are encouraged to complete the July volunteer registration form. Questions about the volunteer schedule may be directed to Operations Coordinator Grace at volunteer@brightonallstonucc.org.
For more information about the food pantry, visit: https://abfoodpantry.com/
To volunteer in July, register here: https://bacc.breezechms.com/form/Julyvolunteerform
To support the pantry with a donation, visit: https://www.paypal.com/donate/
