Hudson Chen - The Silk Road - Origami
Each workshop will explore different aspects of our “Silk Road” theme, inspired by the history and art of the ancient Silk Road. Activities include mindful animation, mandala art for mindfulness, Silk Road printmaking, and Silk Road leather art, offering a rich variety of creative and cultural experiences.
Summer Serenade
Join us on the lawn at Fairsted, the storied home of landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted! This free concert offers luminous selections for flute, viola and harp.
Brookline Porchfest
The 2026 Brookline Porchfest will take place on Saturday, September 26th! We can't wait to share this afternoon of music, community and fun with you.
Abilities Dance Firebird Part 2
Abilities Dance Boston presents: Firebird Part 2 (June 2026)
Fri, June 19 8:00 PM
Sat, Jun 20 08:00 PM
Sun, Jun 21 02:00 PM
Abilities Dance Boston is thrilled to present Vel'Fyra: Firebird Part 2. This is a continuation from a completely reimagined Firebird ballet that premiered May 2021. This ballet has been written and choreographed by Founder/Executive and Artistic DIrector Ellice Patterson with a completely original score by Music & Operations Director Andrew Choe. The core theme includes the central question "Once the Firebird is liberated from the Prince, what if the Firebird saves herself and not everyone else?" From there comes an avalanche of questions across universes. This performance includes animation by Will Machado, aerial silks by Ellice Patterson, and more. This family-friendly performance is not a performance you will want to miss, especially for our Sunday matinee to encourage younger audiences to attend. This will be at a new venue of BU's Booth Theater. We can't wait to celebrate the liberatory themes of Juneteenth that will resonate throughout this ballet.
As a note, this year we are only livestreaming the June 19th performance during its performance time. Once the performance ends, it will be unavailable for viewing so please plan accordingly. If you are unable to attend our June performance, there will be a September 18 - 20, 2026 performance at Boston's Strand Theater.
Due to the various artistic elements in this performance and the many artists and administrators involved to get this performance created, we have increased our general admission to $45 for both in person and virtual performances. We still have free/sliding scale tickets so we can continue to remain accessible to our community. No refunds will be given out under any circumstances.
Considerations made to maximize accessibility for all include:
Mask mandatory stipulation
Audio descriptions for blind/low-vision audiences
Captions and ASL interpretations for deaf/hard of hearing audiences
No flashing/strobe lights/sudden light changes/sudden noises
Attendees may bring headphones/ear plugs if easily overstimulated
A hall outside of the theatre space is available for audience members seeking a break
No concession stand/food and drink provided
Attendees may bring in outside water
Unlimited free tickets for live and live streaming audiences are available for those who can't afford to purchase a ticket
If further accommodations are needed or more information, please email abilitiesdanceboston@gmail.com
Rehearsal Director and Dancer: Dara Capley
Dancers: Amaal Ladha, Claire Lane, Katie Logan, and Ellice Patterson
Call 617-518-4681 or email abilitiesdanceboston@gmail.com if you have any questions.
Flowers + Opera
Flowers and Opera is an outdoor event featuring live opera from the artists of Opera on Tap Boston, flowers, and a food drive, all organized in the spirit of togetherness by local businesses. Come for the live opera and walk away with a fresh bouquet!
Games!
Games!
Saturday, May 9, 2026
7:00 PM 9:00 PM
St Paul's Episcopal Church (map)
It’s a night of whimsy with music inspired by games. In Mozart’s Musikalisches Würfelspiel, dice rolls from our audience will determine the structure of the piece! We’ll dust off our old, battery powered, primary colored Simon game to perform Nicole Lizée’s Simon Interlude and play selections from György Kurtág’s collection of Játékok or quite literally “games” in Hungarian. Satie’s humorous and eccentric pieces about sports were conceived for a “haute couture artist's book" while Mozart’s iconic Kegelstatt Trio was written while lawn bowling! Winsor is excited to welcome composer and soprano Kate Soper to perform her piece Life’s Work, featuring text by Virgil, diary entries, Markov chains, and board game rules. The New Yorker describes Kate as "one of the great originals of her generation.”
Program:
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart Musikalisches Würfelspiel
Erik Satie from Sports et divertissements
Kate Soper Life’s Work
György Kurtág from Játékok
Nicole Lizée Simon Interlude for Milton Bradley® Simon and ensemble
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart Kegelstatt Trio
Performers:
Gabriela Díaz violin/viola
Rane Moore clarinet
Heng-Jin Park piano
Kate Soper soprano
The Silk Road
SILK ROAD WORKSHOP:
JEWELRY MEMORIES OF ANCIENT CIVILIZATIONS
Time: Monday, May 4, 1:30–3:00 PM
Location: Brookline Senior Center
93 Winchester Street
Brookline, MA 02446
This workshop will explore the cultural memories of ancient civilizations along the Silk Road through jewelry-inspired art making, and we would be delighted to have members of the Commission and the community participate.
Brookline Village Arts Festival
On Saturday May 2, from 11-5pm, Station Street in Brookline Village will become a pedestrian way as over 70 artists and makers set up to share and sell their work. New this year! A live music variety show event will take place later in the afternoon from 4:30 to 7:30pm. Fully accessible
https://artsbrookline.org/event/brookline-village-arts-festival/
Music page - https://artsbrookline.org/event/brookline-village-arts-festival-variety-show/
The Silk Road
Each workshop will explore different aspects of our “Silk Road” theme, inspired by the history and art of the ancient Silk Road. Activities include mindful animation, mandala art for mindfulness, Silk Road printmaking, and Silk Road leather art, offering a rich variety of creative and cultural experiences.
Open Studios
During this open studio, visitors can stop by to make a print, enjoy a demonstration on how to craft beaded earrings or simply chat with working artists and makers about their process. Refreshments will be available, and kids are welcome.
Winsor Music Presents: Lineage
Our popular annual Lineage concert asks a fascinating question this season: What makes a musician? This year we take a deep dive into the creative evolution of Anthony Cheung, one of today’s most exciting compositional voices.
Brookline Community Band Winter Concert
Winter Holiday Concert
The Brookline Community Band, a dynamic concert band that performs throughout the Greater Boston Area, is hosting its Winter Holiday Concert this week. The band is directed by Dr. Chi-Sun Chan, who holds a Doctor of Musical Arts degree in Brass Performance, and has been the Music Director of the Brookline Community Band since 2017.
Florida Ruffin Ridley School
Winsor Music
Let’s get our party on and celebrate a momentous occasion: Winsor Music’s 30th season! We will honor Winsor’s founder Peggy Pearson with celebratory new pieces written by some of Winsor’s favorite composers, invite you to join us in singing new and classic Songs for the Spirit celebrating peace and unity, and raise the roof with a few of everyone’s favorites. Schubert’s Shepherd on the Rock tells the story of love, longing and jubilation through the voice of a shepherd calling across the mountains. Viola powerhouse Marcus Thompson will join Gabby Díaz as soloist for Bach’s jubilant Brandenburg Concerto No.6. We’re looking forward to spending this joyful evening with you!
Brookline Day at BU Booth Theatre
Free tickets for Brookline residents to a show at the Booth Theatre, go here to learn more: https://www.bu.edu/cfa/theatre/season/#FallSemester
The Changing of the Bard: Brookline Poets Laureate celebrate Allison Adair
Join us at Brookline Booksmith to celebrate Brookline's new Poet Laureate, Allison Adair.
This event will include readings from Allison, outgoing Poet Laureate Jennifer Barber, and past Poets Laureate Judith Steinbergh, Jan Schreiber, and Zvi Sesling.
Books by each poet will be available for purchase at the event.
BCA 2025 Grantee Reception
This festive evening will highlight the inspiring projects we supported this year, ranging from performances and visual arts to storytelling and community programs. It is an opportunity to meet the artists, hear about their work, and see firsthand how Brookline invests in the arts to bring joy, connection, and creativity to our community.
RSVP here: https://evite.me/gtNxgb9KBp
Brookline Day
Brookline Day is the town’s annual celebration led by the Brookline Recreation Department, hosted in Coolidge Corner. Visitors can expect local vendors, games, inflatables, food, face painting, music, prizes, and other special activities.
We will have a booth selling stickers and cards and telling folks all about the incredible arts and events in Brookline!
Studios Without Walls 2025
Studios Without Walls has chosen 17 site specific sculptures in a remarkable variety of mediums, with a range of messages from equality to the environment, & social action. We have incorporated work by disabled artists from Gateway Arts, Boston Green Academy and the Community Academy of Science and Health.
Not Eye, Us
Not Eye, Us is an immersive dance-theater work exploring the intersection of gaze and power through a multi-layered connection to Michael Alfano’s sculpture ‘Cubed’. Through manipulation of the sculpture’s nine moveable pieces, each pigmented with a different skin tone, Not Eye, Us examines individual diversity within a united community; propelling the audience and performers on an interactive journey.
Brookline Village Arts Fest
Come join us for a day filled with creativity and fun at the Brookline Village Arts Festival! This event will be held at Station St and on Pearl St in Brookline Village. Get ready to immerse yourself in a world of art, music, and culture. Discover unique pieces from over 60 talented local artists, enjoy live performances by the High Maintenance Jug Band, Sharp Nines and Brookline Music School. Whether you’re an art enthusiast or just looking for a good time, this festival has something for everyone. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to support the arts and celebrate creativity!
4 x 4 Poetry Reading: Poetry Month Celebration
In honor of National Poetry Month, join us for a poetry reading from four local poets. Featuring Anastasia Vassos (Nostos and Nike Adjusting Her Sandal), Monica McAlpine (Winter Bride), Aimée Sands (Signatories in a Darkened Field), and Jim Henle, followed by a brief Q & A.
Hosted by Brookline poet laureate Jennifer Barber.
Brookline Poetry Series
Since 2001, the Brookline Poetry Series has been a quality venue for local poets, both published and yet-to-be published, a place for a multiplicity of poetic voices, and a series particularly dedicated to featuring the work of Brookline poets. If you would like to receive a Zoom link to our readings, please email us at brooklinepoetry@minlib.net
Brookline Community Band Winter Holiday Concert
Featuring festive favorites like Overture to a Winter Festival, The Nightmare Before Christmas, Rhapsody for Hanukkah, and more!
M.I.C.E.
The Massachusetts Independent Comics Expo (MICE) is the New England area’s premiere event dedicated to the exciting and accessible art form of independent comics and graphic novels. Located Boston University's School of Visual Arts, admission is free and open to the public.
First Light Brookline
First Light is on Thursday, December 5 our Annual Celebration of the winter festive season. There will be live performances throughout Coolidge Corner (including in the Arcade where the BCA will be) in addition to giveaways and a window decorating contest.
Bob Dylan 101
Taught by Harvard University Professor Richard Thomas, Bob Dylan 101 puts the artist in context of not just popular culture of the last half-century, but the tradition of classical poets like Virgil and Homer.
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