Brookline’s ongoing process to decide on the future of the Jack Kirrane Ice Skating Rink in Larz Anderson Park inched forward Tuesday, when the town’s Park and Recreation Commission voted unanimously to allow a consulting firm to continue its programming study. The 7-0 vote approved an amended version of the contract with EDGE sports, the… Continue reading Ice rink study moves forward, with all options still on the table
Category: Recreation
‘Devolving into a morass’: Town wrestles with future of Larz Anderson ice rink
The town’s contentious decision-making process on the future of the Jack Kirrane Ice Skating Rink in Larz Anderson Park has hit another snag. A programming study, intended to help the town decide whether to restore the outdoor rink, build a new indoor facility instead, or combine the two, is now on pause. A deadlocked Park… Continue reading ‘Devolving into a morass’: Town wrestles with future of Larz Anderson ice rink
‘Walk With a Doc’ helps seniors get exercise, connect with healthcare professionals
This story was published in collaboration with Meghan E. Irons’ Reporting in Depth class at Boston University’s College of Communication. After her retirement in December 2022, Dr. Donna Michelson, a cardiologist, said she needed to answer one question: “How can I keep doing something I love?” Since June, Michelson has been leading inclusive group walks that educate… Continue reading ‘Walk With a Doc’ helps seniors get exercise, connect with healthcare professionals
New Coolidge Corner comic book shop born from owner Rob Tuck’s lifelong passion
Friar Tuck’s Comics and Collectibles is out of this world. The new store on Harvard Street near Coolidge Corner has 80,000 comic books in stock, classics and deep cuts curated by owner Rob Tuck. The store held its grand opening in Coolidge Corner on Monday, welcoming comic experts, newcomers, and everyone in between. The space… Continue reading New Coolidge Corner comic book shop born from owner Rob Tuck’s lifelong passion
Clara Delcamino-Yang balances ice and school
Editor’s note: This story is being published in partnership with The Cypress, the student newspaper of Brookline High School. Read the original story here. Figure skating. School. Homework. Senior Clara Delcamino-Yang has learned how to balance her sport with the other important pieces of her life. Delcamino-Yang started ice skating when she was 5 years old. She has… Continue reading Clara Delcamino-Yang balances ice and school
Q&A: Kasey Boston, new director of the Brookline Teen Center
The Brookline Teen Center was founded in 2013 as a way for Brookline middle-school and high-school students to engage in community development, self-discovery and career readiness. The center is equipped with a basketball court, music studio, game room and academic space. Programming also includes guest speakers and volunteer work in the community – and food.… Continue reading Q&A: Kasey Boston, new director of the Brookline Teen Center
Photos: Brookline Rotary Dog Day
[metaslider id=22671] Dogs and their owners gathered at the Brookline Avenue Playground on Sunday for the 2023 Brookline Rotary Dog Day. Photos by Madi Koesler
Community gathers to clean up Griggs Park
This story was published in collaboration with Meghan E. Irons’ Reporting in Depth class at Boston University’s College of Communication. Neighbors gathered at Griggs Park on Saturday to clean out invasive species and plant new bulbs at the yearly “Eat Rake Play” event. “We want to both improve the park and bring neighbors together in order to… Continue reading Community gathers to clean up Griggs Park
Brookline Bird Club looks to the sky
Founded in 1913, the Brookline Bird Club (BBC) is one of oldest birding clubs in the United States, and currently one of the most active with over 1,000 members. While the club initially focused only on Brookline, members now come from throughout New England and join its field trips. Club activities Throughout the year, the… Continue reading Brookline Bird Club looks to the sky
BHS senior athletes reflect on final season
Editor’s note: This story is being published in partnership with The Cypress, the student newspaper of Brookline High School. Read the original story here. The air cools and leaves show their first sign of changing colors as the fall sports season begins. Student athletes pack their bags early in the morning, readying themselves for a… Continue reading BHS senior athletes reflect on final season
Rock Voices choir offers to mix things up in Brookline
This story was published in collaboration with Meghan E. Irons’ Reporting in Depth class at Boston University’s College of Communication.
Eric Tarlin sat down at the piano at the Brookline Senior Center recently and asked members of his choir to take out their music folders.
The sound of pages turning was audible throughout the room, as the members opened their folders and cleared their throats. Tarlin counted to three, and the choir belted out “Ooh, the Proud Mary keep on burnin!”
Rock Voices isn’t your typical adult choir.
From bubblegum rock to bluegrass, Porchfest fills Brookline streets with music
This story was published in collaboration with Meghan E. Irons’ Reporting in Depth class at Boston University’s College of Communication. Brookline’s annual Porchfest flooded the town with music around every corner on Saturday as the community joined together to dance in the streets. Porchfest featured over 100 bands from Eliot Street all the way north… Continue reading From bubblegum rock to bluegrass, Porchfest fills Brookline streets with music
Town’s decision to rent properties to The Country Club raises eyebrows among Select Board, Town Meeting members
The town’s decision to rent two houses on the edge of Larz Anderson Park to the nearby private, members-only Country Club has raised questions about the town’s use of publicly-owned property. When Isabel Anderson, the heiress, author and wife of Larz Anderson, died in 1948, she left part of her estate to the town. In… Continue reading Town’s decision to rent properties to The Country Club raises eyebrows among Select Board, Town Meeting members
News in Brief: Flu clinics, fall recreation programs, new eco-friendly turf and a public art initiative
Health Department holding flu vaccination clinics The Brookline Department of Public Health and Human Services is holding several flu vaccination clinics over the coming weeks. The first clinic will be held on Tuesday, Sept. 19 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Brookline Senior Center, 93 Winchester St. This clinic will exclusively administer high-dose… Continue reading News in Brief: Flu clinics, fall recreation programs, new eco-friendly turf and a public art initiative
Bisbee steps down after nine years leading Brookline Interactive Group
Kathy Bisbee, the executive director of Brookline Interactive Group (BIG), is leaving her position at the helm of the community media center after nine years. In a news release on Tuesday, Bisbee said that she’s departing to take a job closer to home in western Massachusetts. She said she will be joining a regional coalition… Continue reading Bisbee steps down after nine years leading Brookline Interactive Group
New group aims to plant native gardens in Brookline for biodiversity, education
Visitors to the Brookline Public Library this summer might have spotted a rare monarch butterfly or hummingbird, and some new plants in the area that was once a plain plot of green grass. The “native garden” is one of several in Brookline created by Brookline Pollinator Pathway (BPP), an organization that hopes to increase biodiversity… Continue reading New group aims to plant native gardens in Brookline for biodiversity, education
News in brief: Trash amnesty, free lunch and surveys
Trash Amnesty week The town is providing a “trash amnesty” pick up during the first week of September. From Sept. 4-9 2023, residents who use town trash pickup services will be allowed to dispose of extra household waste and up to four bulky items along with their town-issued trash cart on their scheduled pickup day.… Continue reading News in brief: Trash amnesty, free lunch and surveys
46 years later, the Carlton Street Footbridge is open
The Carlton Street Footbridge is officially open. Workers took down cones and caution tape on Friday afternoon, as long-time advocates for the project gathered to celebrate. The span crossing the MBTA Green Line tracks from Carlton Street into Riverway Park has been closed since 1976, but is now open again after a restoration project paid… Continue reading 46 years later, the Carlton Street Footbridge is open
Town committee gears up to give out millions for housing, open space, preservation
A town committee is about to start taking applications for nearly $10 million in state funds, as Brookline gets ready to finally begin allocating money from the Community Preservation Act. The funding comes from a 1% local property tax surcharge, plus some matching state funds. The town became eligible after a town-wide vote in 2021,… Continue reading Town committee gears up to give out millions for housing, open space, preservation
Photos: Rocking out at the Brookline Golf Course
[metaslider id=18089] On Wednesday, the town of Brookline’s recreation department put on a concert at the Brookline Golf Course. This year was the inaugural Sunset Concert, which the town hopes will become an annual tradition in South Brookline. The golf course welcomed families and neighbors to watch three musical acts grace a professional stage in… Continue reading Photos: Rocking out at the Brookline Golf Course