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State Representative Kevin Honan Releases Newsletter

State Representative Kevin Honan Releases June Newsletter Kevin Honan, who represents the 17th Suffolk District—including precincts in Allston, Brighton, and Brookline—has released his June newsletter. Currently the longest continuously serving [...]

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What Boston SMALL BUSINESSES Need to Know Ahead of the FIFA World Cup 26′

Mayor’s Office of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion WHAT BOSTON SMALL BUSINESSES NEED TO KNOW AHEAD OF THE FIFA WORLD CUP 26™ FIFA World Cup 26™ will take place from June [...]

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Summer at Saint Columbkille

Saint Columbkille Partnership School is still welcoming families to join its summer programs, which offer engaging, hands-on learning experiences for children entering K0 (age 3) through Grade 8. The STCPS [...]

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Boston College Camps & Clinics

Boston College Athletics offers a wide range of Camps & Clinics led by Eagles coaching staff and student-athletes, giving participants the opportunity to learn, train, and develop their skills across [...]

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Office of Youth Engagement and Advancement

The Mayor’s Youth Council is a citywide program in Boston designed to connect young residents with City government and give them a direct role in shaping decisions that affect their [...]

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Allston Civic Association heading voter registration campaign

In an article for The Bulletin, author Jeff Sullivan reports on a recent virtual meeting of the Allston Civic Association (ACA), where President Tony D’Isidoro announced plans for a major [...]

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The City of Boston, Boston’s veterans, and Brighton Marine Incredible Partnership

Congratulations to the City of Boston, Boston’s veterans, and Brighton Marine on this incredible partnership and investment in those who have served our nation. Our community is truly fortunate to [...]

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Cafénation Extends their Hours in June

June 1 marks the start of extended hours at Cafénation! Throughout the month of June, we'll be open Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM and Saturdays from [...]

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What should you be planting in your garden at this time of year?

So fun to see Mahoney's Garden Center - Brighton featured on NBC10 Boston! A wonderful local gem, Mahoney’s has been such a great resource for our community over the years [...]

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Aliesha Porcena Recognized by the Boston Business Journal as one of Boston’s 40 Under 40 Leaders!

Kelly McGrath, Executive Director of Brighton Main Streets, would like to extend her heartfelt congratulations to Aliesha Porcena on being recognized by the Boston Business Journal as one of Boston’s [...]

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Free Live Music Events: for all ages! Please of ti Free Live Music Events: for all ages! Please of time to hit them all! 

Music 🎶 is the theme of the day for Allston and Brighton on this gorgeous Saturday! 

Courtesy of local community partners we have the opportunity to see some great live music:

On the Brighton Common the Brighton Bluesfest from 1pm-6p featuring Pocket Moon and Eddie Scheer’s and the Love Dogs! 30 Chestnut Hill Ave Brighton, Ma 02135 courtesy of The Corner Art Room! 

At The Charles River Speedway from 3pm-10pm is The Rat City Arts Festival featuring 16 local bands and 30+ local art vendors! 525 Western Avenue! 

Live at the Riverstage at Herter Park is the Steely Band tribute band The Nightflies from 7pm-9pm 1175 Soldiers Field Road Allston, Ma 02134
We were recently asked to share this on behalf of We were recently asked to share this on behalf of a Bostonian who, back in his heyday, spent plenty of time in our Brighton Main Streets district. As we read about Brendan Donovan's new memoir, we couldn't help but think that many of the stories he shares may have unfolded in some of the familiar places—past and present—that have long been part of Brighton's history.

Brendan's new memoir, HAPPYSAD: Getting Over the One That Got Away, is an honest and deeply personal story about love, heartbreak, addiction, depression, healing, and the courage it takes to finally tell the truth about your life. Filled with Boston references and a healthy dose of humor alongside some difficult moments, it's already earning praise from early readers for its vulnerability and authenticity.

It isn't easy to put yourself out there—especially when you're sharing your most vulnerable moments and life's biggest struggles. That takes courage, and we want to wish Brendan all the best as he shares his story with the world.

If you're looking to support a local author or enjoy memoirs with strong Boston roots, consider checking out HAPPYSAD.

Congratulations, Brendan, and best of luck with your book!

📖 Learn more here:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0H6116C96

#BrightonMA #SupportLocalAuthors #BostonStories #Memoir #Community #BrightonMainStreets
We want to thank @ratcityartsfestival and @allston We want to thank @ratcityartsfestival and @allstonvillagemainstreets for awarding our Executive Director with the Mr. Rymkus Award at the Gallery and Gala Event last night. Just one of many of the events this week for the festival. In 1917 Mr. Rymkus a resident won a contest for collecting the most dead rats winning $150.00. The award was given for Kelly’s work with helping to eradicate our rodent issue in Allston and Brighton. We are grateful to the environmental team at @isdboston for all of their help to tackle this issue and look forward to continuing the work! We want to congratulate former Executive Director for AVMS, Alex and all of the other award winners and artists showcased at last nights event at Zone 3!
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