Author: Rachel Zhong

Blank Street Coffee springs up in Brookline

The new Blank Street Coffee location on Harvard Street. Photo courtesy of Blank Street.

On March 21st, a new shade of green arrived on Harvard Street near Coolidge Corner as Blank Street Coffee, a buzzy New York-born chain opened its Brookline store. The 455 Harvard Street coffee shop is its seventh and largest location in the Boston area. Known for its mint-green storefront and chic menu focusing on coffee… Continue reading Blank Street Coffee springs up in Brookline

Blessing of the F(l)eet honors mobility and community

Rabbi Giulia Fleishman (right) gives a blessing to Brookline resident Gail Flackett (left) at the Blessing of the Fleet celebration in the 2Life Communities Brown Family House on Sept. 26. Photo by Molly Potter.

Canes, walkers, wheelchairs and scooters took center stage at an event in Brookline last week, a “Blessing of the F(l)eet” that celebrated the mobility devices that help people get around. The lobby was festive with chatter and laughter as attendees entered, each moving at his or her own pace. A few rows of chairs were… Continue reading Blessing of the F(l)eet honors mobility and community