Hello Everyone, News The comment period for J.J. Carroll Redevelopment (130 Chestnut Hill Avenue) ends on Friday, November 29, 2019. BPDA Project Description: The Proposed Project includes the demolition of the existing buildings and construction of a new six-story, approximately 180,000 square feet 144 residential units, an approximately 11,000 square foot Program for All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) Center, and ground floor "Village Center". The Village Center will primarily be common space included in the residential square footage such as a multi-purpose room, Resident Service Coordinator offices, lobby, marketing/leasing office, and potentially a small resale shop and salon for residents. The ground floor will also contain approximately 1,200 square feet of commercial space, which is envisioned as a convenience store with fresh foods that would primarily serve the Proponent's staff, its residents and would also be open to the broader community. Approximately 70 parking spaces are proposed -41 in a parking garage and 29 surface parking spaces. http://www.bostonplans.org/projects/development-projects/j-j-carroll-redevelopment Email Contact: Lance.Campbell@Boston.Gov The comment period for 449 Cambridge Street ends on Saturday, November 30, 2019. BPDA Project Description: The Proponent proposes to construct two, independent, multi-family residential buildings, one at each parcel. The Cambridge Street building would have seven floors and a gross floor area (GFA) of approximately 131,000 sf, with approximately 127 dwelling units, approximately 2,400 sf of retail / restaurant / services space, and approximately 80 accessory parking spaces. The Emery Road building would also have seven floors, a GFA of approximately 33,000 sf, approximately 39 dwelling units, and no on-site parking. The Proposed Project would be subject to the Mayor’s Executive Order regarding inclusionary affordable housing, dated February 29, 2000, as amended, as well as the Boston Planning & Development Agency’s (BPDA’s) Inclusionary Development Policy (IDP). The Proponent plans to set aside thirteen percent (13%) of the approximately 166 dwelling units proposed at the Site as IDP units, for a total of twenty-two (21.58) on-site, affordable housing units. http://www.bostonplans.org/projects/development-projects/449-cambridge-street Email Contact: Michael.A.Sinatra@Boston.Gov The comment period for Allston Yards ends on Monday, December 9, 2019. BPDA Project Description: The Allston Yards redevelopment will create a new neighborhood at the nexus of Allston, Brighton, and the new Boston Landing district. The Proponent intends to redevelop an existing approximately 10.6-acre Project Site with a mixed-use, transit-oriented development (“TOD”) consisting of residential, office, restaurant, fitness and retail uses, including a flagship grocery store, and a new approximately one-acre public open space (“Community Green”) to be activated with programming to enhance use and enjoyment, such as outdoor health and wellness events, public art exhibits, music concerts and holiday festivals. The Proposed Project has been refined significantly since the PNF filing in January 2018 based on feedback received from abutters, elected officials, BPDA staff, the Boston Civic Design Commission (“BCDC”), various state and city agencies, and the Impact Advisory Group
(“IAG”). Key issues that were addressed through the redesign included: reduced building density and height (especially at the neighborhood edges to the east and south); explored a greater variety in building height for a more interesting skyline; reduced housing density and reevaluated office space given the growing demand in the area; increased the size of public open space and landscaped area; and improved connections to the Boston Landing MBTA commuter rail station. http://www.bostonplans.org/projects/development-projects/allston-yards Email Contact: Michael.A.Sinatra@Boston.Gov The comment period for 11 Faneuil Street ends on Tuesday, December 31, 2019. BPDA Project Description: The Project Site is comprised of approximately 19,530 square feet of underutilized commercial land. The Proposed Project includes the redevelopment of the Project Site by replacing the existing commercial facilities including a Meineke shop and The Bagman store with a new residential building, landscape design, vehicular and pedestrian access measures and associated improvements.City Realty (the “Proponent”)is proposing a new residential development that is approximately 43,820 gross square feet in size and includes forty-one (41) residential condominium units. The Proposed Project will also include fifty-one (51) associated parking spaces and a bike room with space for fifty-two (52) bicycles at the ground level. http://www.bostonplans.org/projects/development-projects/11-faneuil-street Email Contact: Michael.A.Sinatra@Boston.Gov Veronica B. Smith Multi-Service Senior Center, “Senior Spotlight” (November and December 2019) https://container.parishesonline.com/bulletins/06/5070/20191101N.pdf Harvard Ed Portal’s Economic Development November Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/harvard/november19?e=3d77edabe9 November Happenings at Harvard https://mailchi.mp/harvard/nov19-happenings-at-harvard-1036887?e=3d77edabe9 Boston College Neighborhood Center Newsletter – October/November 2019 https://mailchi.mp/23dde0a9e69e/bcnc-newsletter-octnov2019?e=504de48dfa Articles Fed review of I-90 project begins with a blackout (Andy Metzger, CommonWealth: November 8, 2019) https://commonwealthmagazine.org/transportation/fed-review-of-i-90-project-begins-with-ablackout/ Boston subpoenaed by grand jury in marijuana corruption probe (Dan Adams, Boston Globe: November 7, 2019) https://www.bostonglobe.com/news/marijuana/2019/11/07/boston-subpoenaed-grand-jurymarijuana-corruption-probe/xkvAJDIfLKuCX0uqrZT4EJ/story.html
Real Estate Transactions of Interest (Greater or Equal to $1 Million) None Ongoing Programs CRIMESTOPPERS To report a crime anonymously: Call 1-800-494-TIPS, or text the word “TIP” to CRIME (27463) (messaging and data rates may apply) Boston Gun Buyback Program Monday through Friday, 9:00 am - 4:00 am Residents may drop off their working firearms and receive a $200 Visa gift card. Those who do not wish to deliver the firearms during those hours or at the station can call and arrange a pickup. Boston Police Dept D-14 301 Washington St, Brighton For more information, call 617-343-4260 www.bpdnews.com/district-d-14 “What’s In Your Medicine Cabinet?” Turn in your unused or expired medication for safe disposal at the medical collection kiosk in the lobby of Boston Police Dept D-14 301 Washington St, Brighton Disposal is free, anonymous and is available 24/7 Car Seat Installation Boston Police Department District 14 Free Boston Police Department D-14 Community Service Office 301 Washington St, Brighton 617-343-4376 Ongoing Events WGBH One Guest St, Brighton 617-300-5400 Check out the hottest events around town and at our studios. All ticket purchases support WGBH http://www.wgbh.org/events/ American Legion Veteran Service Officer Tuesday afternoons from 12:30 pm – 4:00 pm
By walk-in or appointment. Call Paul at (617) 909-0207 American Legion service officers provide expert assistance, free of charge, to all veterans and their families. While the majority of work involves application for VA disability benefits, these compassionate professionals also provide information, referrals and resources on education, employment and business, death benefits and other important topics. Brighton Marine Health Center First Floor, Building 2 77 Warren St, Brighton Beyond the Book On View at both the Faneuil Library and the Brighton Library through Sat., Jan. 11th 2020 An Exhibition of Artist's Books and Book-Related Art Inspired by Books. Beyond the Book has been presenting exhibitions of book art in the greater Boston area since 2006. This upcoming exhibition will feature artist's books about books—book art inspired by a favorite novel, a book of poetry, an author, a library. The exhibition will feature over 100 works of art by over 30 artists from around New England as well as the work of artists in New York, Texas — and even Belgium! This exhibition is a joint effort involving both the Faneuil and Brighton Branches of the Boston Public Library. Works are distributed between the two branches. Faneuil Branch Library, 419 Faneuil St, Oak Square, Brighton Brighton Branch Library, 40 Academy Hill Rd., Brighton Center, Brighton Events Boston Licensing Board License Premise Inspections Hearing Tuesday, November 12, 2019 @ 10:00 am 7) Murampo, Inc., d/b/a: Lulu’s Allston, Location: 421 Cambridge St Allston, MA 02134, License#: LB-99563, Notice/Violation#: 003502, Category: CV7MWL Date 08/14/2019 Notice Expired ISD Cert. posted 6/28/2019 in violation of M.G.L. ch. 138 s. 64 and Boards Rule 1.02 (B). Room 809A, 8th Floor Boston City Hall Email Contact: Peter.Wong@Boston.Gov Zoning Board of Appeal Hearing Tuesday, November 12, 2019 Hearings: 10:30 am
Case: BOA-875587 Address: 25 Bentley Street Ward 22 Applicant: Mikhail Deychman Article(s): 51(51-8) 51(51-9: Lot width for townhouse is insufficient 3 units, Lot frontage for townhouse is insufficient 3 units, Location of main entrance shall face the front lot line, Front yard setback is insufficient & Rear yard setback is insufficient) 51(51-23) Purpose: Demolition of existing building and built a structure for 3 family dwelling. Case: BOA-1001451 Address: 367-375 Washington Street Ward 22 Applicant: Lucy Tang Article(s):51(51-16) Purpose: Change of occupancy to include Body Art Establishment (Microblading and Permanent Make-Up) to Existing Beauty Salon. No work to be done. Room 801, 8th Floor Boston City Hall Email Contact: Stephanie.Haynes@Boston.Gov To view ZBA Hearings live, tune into Comcast Channel 24, RCN Channel 13 and Verizon Fios 1962. You can also view it live and online at Boston City TV. Kiwanis Club of Allston-Brighton Luncheon Meeting Tuesday, November 12, 2019 @ 12:00 pm Bi-monthly membership meeting. The Kiwanis Club of Allston-Brighton, founded in 1978, works to build our local community and to build enjoyable and rewarding relationships among its members. The Kiwanis Club of Allston-Brighton’s goal is to assist local children by raising funds for worthy causes that improve the lives of youngsters in our community. For membership information, please contact Bill Margolin. Stockyard Restaurant 135 Market St, Brighton Email Contact: Bill Margolin (wehbgclub@aol.com) All Bright Night 2019 Allston Brighton Community Development Corporation (ABCDC) Tuesday, November 12, 2019, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Join us at our annual All Bright Night Event! Come together with neighbors, connect with partners in the community and celebrate the neighborhood with ABCDC. Throughout the night enjoy: • Views of WGBH state-of-the-art facility • Delicious food from Bakers’ Best Catering • Silent and live action items for bid • Live music from Brighton resident Tyler Riccardi Tickets are limited so don’t delay! Buy Tix Now for only $50 Sponsor All Bright Night Volunteer at All Bright Night WGBH Studios 1 Guest St, Brighton
24R Winship Street Abutters Meeting Tuesday, November 12, 2019 @ 6:00 pm The Mayor’s Office of Neighborhood Services, along with the applicant, would like to invite abutters to hear the proposal seeking to confirm occupancy of a single family home and construct a new addition. This is an opportunity to ask questions and log a public comment with the Mayor’s Office. 24R Winship Street, Brighton Email Contact: Conor.Newman@Boston.Gov 90 Antwerp Street Construction Update Community Meeting Urbanica & Berkeley Construction Tuesday, November 12, 2019 @ 6:30 pm Josephine A. Fiorentino Center 123 Antwerp St, Brighton 57 Readers & Writers Presents “Music” Tuesday, November 12, 2019, 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm The 57 Readers & Writers group presents "Music," an evening of original stories and song. Named for the 57 bus route, this group writes on a selected topic and presents to the community. Don't worry, there are not 57 readers performing! Faneuil Branch Library 419 Faneuil St, Brighton 59A Strathmore Road Abutters Meeting Tuesday, November 12, 2019 @ 7:00 pm The Mayor’s Office of Neighborhood Services, along with the applicant, would like to invite abutters to hear the proposal seeking to change occupancy from four residential units to five residential units. Also, to add a fifth floor renovation and renovations. This is an opportunity to ask questions and log a public comment with the Mayor’s Office. 59A Strathmore Road, Brighton Email Contact: Conor.Newman@Boston.Gov Allston Multimodal Project Task Force Public Meeting MassDOT Wednesday, November 13, 2019, 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm Josephine A Fiorentino Community Center (Charlesview) 123 Antwerp St, Brighton Allston Yards Impact Advisory Group Meeting Boston Planning & Development Agency Wednesday, November 13, 2019, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm The Proponent has filed their PDA filing and has responded to comments that were received. This meeting will be their first presentation of both. *Please note that the purpose of this meeting is different than that of a traditional community meeting. As part of the development review process, Impact Advisory Group (IAG) members
work closely with BPDA staff to identify the impacts of a project and recommend appropriate community benefits to offset those impacts. IAG meetings prioritize discussion between the project proponent (i.e. the developer) and IAG members. Franciscan Children's Hospital Chamberlain Conference Room 30 Warren Street, Brighton Email Contact: Michael.A.Sinatra@Boston.Gov Allston Construction Mitigation Subcommittee Meeting Wednesday, November 13, 2019 @ 6:00 pm All are welcome. New topics can and should be raised. Honan Allston Branch Library 300 North Harvard St, Allston Email Contact: Ed Kotomori (kotonjl@aol.com) Open House – the TRACK at new balance The TRACK at new balance, Warrior Ice Arena, Boston Landing Wednesday, November 13, 2019, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm Join the TRACK at new balance & NB Development Group to see a first look at the state of the art sports and event venue coming to Boston Landing in Brighton, MA. We will unveil our latest and greatest renderings, floor plans, as well as building specifications for the first time since the project began. Come take a look at the future of sports & events that will be the TRACK at new balance. Food and beverages will be served. Parking available in the Warrior Ice Arena garage at 90 Guest Street Warrior Ice Arena 3rd Floor Rink Concourse 90 Guest Street, Brighton 02135 Boston Licensing Board Thursday, November 14, 2019 @ 10:00 am The following have applied for a new Common Victualler License at a previouslv licensed location. Sky Limitless, Inc. d/b/a Hey Bread, 70 Brighton Avenue, Allston, MA 02134. Described as; kitchen on first floor, basement for storage; 44 seats. To be managed by Kenny Wong, between the hours of 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM. The following holders of Common Victualler Licenses have petitioned to make changes to their existing license. JJ and JP, Inc. d/b/a Vaisakhi Indian Kitchen, 157 Sutherland Road, Brighton, MA 02135. Change of officers From - Baljit Singh Arvind Bhain Patel, and Manjit Singh, To – Banljit Singh, and Arvind Bhain Patel. LB-115093.
Room 809A, 8th Floor Boston City Hall Email Contact: Nancy.E.Mickiewicz@Boston.Gov Allston Brighton Substance Abuse Task Force (ABSATF) Member Meeting Thursday, November 14, 2019, 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm The agenda will include: Updates on Grant Awards for FY 20 Review of Selected Prevention Strategies for FY 20 Learn Ways to get involved! Please RSVP. Josephine A Fiorentino Community Center (Charlesview) 123 Antwerp St, Brighton Email Contact: Helen Connolly (Helen.Connolly@steward.org) Aberdeen Architectural Conservation District Commission Public Hearing Thursday, November 14, 2019 @ 4:00 pm I. Design Review Hearing APP # 19.1403 AB 24 Selkirk Road Applicant: Travis Blake Proposed Work: At Front and side elevations replace wood sidewall shingles in kind, construct a 2 ½ floor addition at rear of structure. APP # 20.331 AB 5 Colliston Road #7: Applicant: Mary Van Leeuwen At front facade level 4 left facade Replace 4 wood 6 over 1 windows and side facade, level 4, replace two full size wood, 6 over 1, wood windows with vinyl, 6 over 1 windows. II, ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEWAPPROVAL In order to expedite the review process, the commission has delegated the approval of certain work items, such as those involving ordinary maintenance and repair, restoration or replacement, or which otherwise have a minimal impact on a building’s appearance, to commission staff pending ratification at its monthly public hearing. Having been identified as meeting these eligibility criteria and all applicable guidelines, the following applications will be approved at this hearing: APP # 20.507 AB 4 Chiswick Road #31: At front and side (open courtyard) facades, 3rd floor, unit #31 replace 11, 6 over 1, aluminum clad windows with 11, 6 over 1, aluminum clad windows. APP # 2OJ48 AB I945-1949 Commonwealth Avenue: At all facades, replace all existing original windows with 6 over 1, wood windows. APP # 20.373 AB 9-I5 Egremont Rd: Point and repair brickwork in kind.
Room 801, 8th Floor Boston City Hall Email Contact: Nick.Armata@Boston.Gov First Public Meeting on the West Station Area Transit Study MAPC Thursday, November 14, 2019, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm We’re hosting the first public meeting on the West Station Area Transit Study on Thursday, November 14—and we want you there! The West Station Area Transit Study is a new scenario planning analysis to determine the land use and transit future of West Station in Allston. At this forum, learn more about the study and give feedback on how we should evaluate transportation scenarios in the study. Learn more: www.mapc.org/weststation Questions? Contact Travis Pollack at tpollack@mapc.org. RSVP: mapc.ma/transitstudy Jackson Mann Community Center 500 Cambridge St, Allston 86 Guest Street Abutters Meeting Thursday, November 14, 2019 @ 6:00 pm The Mayor’s Office of Neighborhood Services, along with the applicant, would like to invite abutters to hear the proposal seeking to open a bagel shop that would operate from 6:30 am-6:00 pm . This is an opportunity to ask questions and log a public comment with the Mayor’s Office. When: Thursday, November 14th 6pm Where: 86 Guest Street, Brighton Email Contact: Conor.Newman@Boston.Gov 19 Wallingford Road Abutters Meeting Thursday, November 14, 2019 @ 7:00 pm The Mayor’s Office of Neighborhood Services, along with the applicant, would like to invite abutters to hear the proposal seeking to convert a single family to a two family. Work would include installation of a basement easement casings and exterior rear egress staircase. There would be two parking spaces in the rear. This is an opportunity to ask questions and log a public comment with the Mayor’s Office. 19 Wallingford Road, Brighton Email Contact: Conor.Newman@Boston.Gov Introduction to Home Canning: Mulled Cider Jelly Friends of the Faneuil Branch Library Saturday, November 16, 2019, 11:00 am. –1:00 pm. Join us for a talk on the basics of canning and preserving at home. Afton Cyrus of Jam Sessions (and a Test Cook at America’s Test Kitchen!) will walk you through the process of making mulled cider jelly from start to finish. Learn about the equipment you need and food safety basics, too. Faneuil Branch Library 419 Faneuil St, Brighton
First Annual Kiwanis Derby Allston/Brighton Kiwanis Club Saturday, November 16, 2019, 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm Be our guest at the Kiwanis Derby for an opportunity to help us raise funds that directly benefit children in the Allston/Brighton community. Each year our fundraising efforts are pooled to provide grants to organizations that help the children of our neighborhood, such as YMCA summer camp scholarships, Boston Police Athletics sports programs, after school tutoring programs, Kennedy Day School, and a multitude of other local organizations that work directly with children. The Kiwanis Derby will be a fun evening event of five horse races (10 horses in each race) with derby inspired fare at Porter Belly’s Pub. We invite you to attend and help us support the children of Allston/Brighton! Tickets will be available for sale at the door for $20. Porter Belly’s Pub 338 Washington St, Brighton www.KiwanisDerby2019.com www.KiwanisDerbySponsor.com Free Flu Vaccine Clinic & Health information Fair St. Elizabeth’s Medical Center, Family Nurturing Center, ABCD’s Allston Brighton Neighborhood Opportunity Center, Flatbread Company Brighton, Presentation School Foundation Community Center Tuesday, November 19, 2019, 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm Community members over 18 years of age can stop in for a free flu shot between 3 pm and 6 pm. No health insurance card is necessary. Walk ins are welcome but you can register in advance to ensure you receive the vaccine. You can register by visiting www.brightonfluclinic.eventbrite.com or contacting Clodagh Drummey at 617 782 8670 or cdrummey@psf-inc.org. Vaccines are provided by St. Elizabeth’s Medical Center. Learn more about community health resources available to Allston Brighton residents from 2 pm to 5 pm. The Family Nurturing Center will be offering children’s activities. Refreshments, including pizza from Flatbreads, will be served. Presentation School Foundation Community Center 640 Washington St, Brighton Richard Miller in Concert; A Rhythmic History of Brazilian Music Friends of the Faneuil Library Tuesday, November 19, 2019 @ 6:00 pm. Richard Miller explores the richly expressive sounds of the nylon string with a repertoire that includes classical guitar, Brazilian and Latin American styles and American jazz. Miller earned a Ph.D. in music theory from Catholic University of America and a Master of Music degree in guitar performance from the Manhattan School of University, and published his book The Guitar in the Brazilian Choro in Music. He taught theory and guitar at Georgetown University and Columbia 2014. Miller currently lives in Los Angeles but came to Boston to visit our own FOFL Board member Maria Rodrigues, a childhood friend. Miller has generously agreed to extend his
stay to share his music with the patrons of the Faneuil Library. Faneuil Branch Library 419 Faneuil St, Brighton 449 Cambridge Street Impact Advisory Group Meeting Boston Planning & Development Agency Tuesday, November 19, 2019, 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm The Proponent, Anchorline Partners, proposes to construct two, independent, multi-family residential buildings, one at each parcel. The Cambridge Street building would have seven floors and a gross floor area (GFA) of approximately 131,000 sf, with approximately 127 dwelling units, approximately 2,400 sf of retail / restaurant / services space, and approximately 80 accessory parking spaces. The Emery Road building would also have seven floors, a GFA of approximately 33,000 sf, approximately 39 dwelling units, and no on-site parking. The Proposed Project would be subject to the Mayor’s Executive Order regarding inclusionary affordable housing, dated February 29, 2000, as amended, as well as the Boston Planning & Development Agency’s (BPDA’s) Inclusionary Development Policy (IDP). The Proponent plans to set aside thirteen percent (13%) of the approximately 166 dwelling units proposed at the Site as IDP units, for a total of twenty-two (21.58) on-site, affordable housing units. *Please note that the purpose of this meeting is different than that of a traditional community meeting. As part of the development review process, Impact Advisory Group (IAG) members work closely with BPDA staff to identify the impacts of a project and recommend appropriate community benefits to offset those impacts. IAG meetings prioritize discussion between the project proponent (i.e. the developer) and IAG members. Jackson Mann Community Center 500 Cambridge Street, Allston Email Contact: Michael.A.Sinatra@Boston.Gov 449 Cambridge Street Public Meeting Boston Planning & Development Agency Tuesday, November 19, 2019, 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm The Proponent, Anchorline Partners, proposes to construct two, independent, multi-family residential buildings, one at each parcel. The Cambridge Street building would have seven floors and a gross floor area (GFA) of approximately 131,000 sf, with approximately 127 dwelling units, approximately 2,400 sf of retail / restaurant / services space, and approximately 80 accessory parking spaces. The Emery Road building would also have seven floors, a GFA of approximately 33,000 sf, approximately 39 dwelling units, and no on-site parking. The Proposed Project would be subject to the Mayor’s Executive Order regarding inclusionary affordable housing, dated February 29, 2000, as amended, as well as the Boston Planning & Development Agency’s (BPDA’s) Inclusionary Development Policy (IDP). The Proponent plans to set aside thirteen percent (13%) of the approximately 166 dwelling units proposed at the Site as IDP units, for a total of twenty-two (21.58) on-site, affordable housing units. Jackson Mann Community Center 500 Cambridge Street, Allston Email Contact: Michael.A.Sinatra@Boston.Gov
Allston Civic Association Monthly Meeting Wednesday, November 20, 2019, 6:00 pm - 7:45 pm Honan-Allston Library 300 North Harvard St, Allston 617-787-6313 Anthony D’Isidoro, President Website: www.allstoncivicassociation.org Facebook: www.facebook.com/AllstonCivicAssociation (Please like and follow our page) Shattered By Addiction Wednesday, November 20, 2019, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Former NHL player, Kevin Stevens was on top of the world in 1993 having won two Stanley Cup Championships with the Pittsburgh Penguins. A horrific injury and some poor decisions sent his life spiraling downwards in a two decades- long battle of addiction. If you or someone you care about is struggling with addiction, please join us for this informative, FREE EVENT. Meet Kevin and see the video that captures it all and how friends and family have helped him rebuild his life in sobriety, piece by piece. Following the film you’ll have the opportunity to ask questions of Kevin and an experienced panel of experts including addiction medicine physicians Dr. Michael Hamrock and Dr. Fariba Miryousa, sports medicine physician Dr. Thomas Gill, Maryanne Frangules, Executive Director of the Massachusetts Organization for Addiction Recovery, and Helen Connolly, Director of the Allston Brighton Substance Abuse Task Force. To Register: www.Semc-shattered.eventbrite.com Space is limited so register today. Seton Auditorium St. Elizabeth’s Medical Center 736 Cambridge St, Brighton McKinney Playground Community Meeting Boston Parks & Recreation Department Wednesday, November 20, 2019 @ 6:30 pm We invite Brighton neighbors and McKinney Playground users to provide feedback on proposed designs for the park. Please join us for the first in a series of community meetings. We look forward to sharing project scope, including timeline and hearing what you have to say! St. Columbkille Partnership School 25 Arlington St, Brighton Boston Water & Sewer Commission A Boston Water and Sewer Community Services Department representative will be available: Thursday, November 21, 2019, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Allston Brighton Child & Family Service Center 400 Cambridge St, Allston
Come meet with Boston Water and Sewer staff in your neighborhood and learn why it’s important not to dump into catch basins. You can also pay your water bill with a check or money order, talk about billing or service problems, and more. Allston/Brighton Construction Projects: http://bwsc.org/PROJECTS/Construction/lookup/lookup.asp?NBHood=ALBR Allston Yards Public Meeting Boston Planning & Development Agency Thursday, November 21, 2019, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm The Proponent intends to redevelop an existing approximately 10.6-acre Project Site with a mixed-use, transit-oriented development consisting of residential, office, restaurant, fitness and retail uses, including a flagship grocery store, and a new approximately one-acre public open space to be activated with programming to enhance use and enjoyment, public art exhibits, music concerts and holiday festivals. The Proposed Project has been refined significantly since the PNF filing in January 2018 based on feedback received from abutters, elected officials, BPDA staff, the Boston Civic Design Commission, various state and city agencies, and the Impact Advisory Group. The Proponent has filed their PDA and Response to Comments which will be addressed at this meeting. WGBH Theatre One Guest Street, Brighton Email Contact: Michael.A.Sinatra@Boston.Gov BWSC Community Meeting Monday, November 25, 2019, 6:00 pm – 7:45 pm Please join Boston Water and Sewer Commission for a community update about the status of the North Allston Storm Drain Extension Project. The presentation will share information about planned improvements to the North Allston drainage system and the extension through Allston Landing North. Honan-Allston Public Library 300 North Harvard St, Allston Author-Talk Robert Cocuzzo The Road to San Donato-Fathers, Sons, and Cycling Across Italy Friends of the Brighton Library Monday, November 25, 2019 @ 6:30 pm The Road to San Donato is an adventurous travel memoir of an American father and son tracking their Italian heritage by bicycle. When they finally reach the village the Cocuzzo’s discover so much more than their own family. All are welcome for this fascinating talk. Harvard Coop will sell the books and can accept cash, cards and checks. Refreshments provided. Brighton Branch Library 40 Academy Hill Rd, Brighton 617-782-6032
An Allston Forum Monday, December 2, 2019, 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm Please join the Harvard Ed Portal for an Allston Forum, an engaging panel discussion on Harvard in Allston. The Forum will feature: • Frank J. Doyle, John A. Paulson Dean of the Harvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences • Tom Glynn, Chief Executive Officer of the Harvard Allston Land Company • Katie Lapp, Executive Vice President, Harvard University And will be moderated by: • Mark Ciommo, Allston-Brighton City Councilor Free and open to the public Register Harvard Ed Portal 224 Western Ave, Allston Common Allbright (525 Lincoln Street) Impact Advisory Group Meeting Boston Planning & Development Agency Wednesday, December 4, 2019, 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm Third meeting of the Impact Advisory Group (IAG) for the proposed Common Allbright project at 525 Lincoln Street. Please note that the purpose of this meeting is different than that of a traditional community meeting. As part of the development review process, IAG members work closely with BPDA staff to identify the impacts of a project and recommend appropriate community benefits to offset those impacts. IAG meetings prioritize discussion between the project proponent (i.e. the developer) and IAG members. Josephine A. Fiorentino Community Center 123 Antwerp Street, Brighton Email Contact: Aisling.Kerr@Boston.Gov Harvard University Neighborhood Coffee Hour Government Affairs & Community Relations at Harvard University Thursday, December 5, 2019, 8:00 am – 9:00 am The Neighborhood Coffee Hour gives residents a unique opportunity to speak directly with Government Affairs & Community Relations and staff from Harvard University about Allston/Brighton Planning & Development and the new community and campus that will be built. Areas of discussion could include institutional, the Enterprise Resource Campus, Beacon Park Yards, other Harvard Allston/Brighton holdings and current and future community benefits (products & services). All participants will enjoy coffee and breakfast treats. Swissbäkers 168 Western Ave, Allston Allston Brighton Health Collaborative General Meeting Thursday, December 5, 2019, 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm Email Contact: anna.leslie@abhealthcollab.org
Brighton Allston Improvement Association Monthly Meeting Thursday, December 5, 2019 @7:00 pm Brighton Elks Lodge 326 Washington St, Brighton Check their Facebook page for meeting confirmation and agenda: https://www.facebook.com/BAIAonline The Holiday Stroll at Boston Landing Boston Landing Saturday, December 7, 2019, 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm Get into the holiday spirit at Boston Landing on Saturday, December 7th from 12:00 - 5:00 p.m.! Sip and stroll with us as we enjoy an afternoon of shopping, cookie decorating, sending letters to the North Pole, dreidel decorating and more! Beer & wine pop-up available for 21+! Here’s a taste of the all-ages activities we have planned: - Holiday photo booth & pictures with Santa - Holiday Carolers - Dreidel Decorating & Dreidel Games - Cookie Decorating - Holiday Bracelet Making - Letter to Santa & Coloring Station - Beer & Wine Pop-up (Turtle Swamp Brewing & 90+ Cellars) - Face Painting & Balloons Check a few items off your holiday shopping list and enjoy dining specials from local Boston Landing retailers, including Cambridge Naturals - Boston Landing, New Balance, NB Fitness Club, Warrior Ice Arena, Mainely Burgers, Rail Stop Restaurant & Bar, KoHi Coffee Company and more! Boston Landing, Brighton 2019 Enchanted Trolley Tour Saturday, December 7, 2019 @ 6:45 pm For the 24th year, the Mayor's Enchanted Trolley Tour will continue the festive tradition of lighting holiday trees while bringing holiday spirit to children across Boston. The event is sponsored by Bank of America, and includes visits with Santa, holiday performances, tree lightings, and more. Oak Square, Brighton Homebuying 101 People’s United Bank, Allston Brighton Community Development Corporation, Boston Home Center Monday, December 9, 2019, 6:00 pm – 9:15 pm Thursday, December 12, 2019, 6:00 pm – 9:15 pm Monday, December 16, 2019, 6:00 pm – 9:15 pm Homebuying 101 is a 9-hour course, covered over 2 or 3 sessions. Topics covered include:
• Budgeting, Savings & Credit • Obtaining a Mortgage • Housing Search • The Legal Aspects of Buying a Home • Home Inspection • Home Insurance • Down Payment Assistance Programs Graduates of this course receive a certificate that grants access to down payment assistance, Mass Housing Partnership’s ONE Mortgage, Mass Housing mortgages, HUD mortgages, home ownership lotteries, and lender first time homebuyer mortgages. The certificate is accepted statewide for first time homebuyer education and is valid for 3 years. Registration for the class is $45/person for non-Boston residents and $30/person for City of Boston residents. By registering for the class, you are registering for all three (3) sessions. You must attend all three sessions in order to receive your certificate of completion. By taking this class you also have access to unlimited one-on-one prepurchase counseling sessions at Allston Brighton CDC to assist you through your personal homebuying experience. Register Here Brighton Marine Health Center 77 Warren St, Brighton Winter Makers Market Boston Landing Tuesday, December 10, 2019, 11:00 am – 2:00 pm Wednesday, December 11, 2019, 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm We will be hosting a Winter Makers Market, just in time for the holidays! The market will showcase local artists & vendors from Massachusetts. There will be gifts, jewelry, home accessories, baked goods and more for the Boston Landing and surrounding community to purchase. Below is the list of vendors (stay tuned for more to be added)! Niki's Small Batch – lotions & body products Yummy Mummy Bakery – Cupcakes & cookies Ora Ana – Jewelry Vibes Candles – Candles THE ART OF FATE – Accessories Herd Supply Co. – Soaps Lunch City Studio – Greeting cards Top Shelf Cookies - Cookies Decorative Collection - Jewelry **12/10 only: Tiana Bay Boutiques – Clothing Smith's Country Cheese – Cheese Drive-by Pies - Pies **12/11 only: Just Hummus – Hummus
Boston Landing 123 Guest St, Brighton “Brighton-Allston” - A Presentation of Original Stories and Song by the 57 Readers & Writers Brighton-Allston Historical Society Tuesday, December 10, 2019 @ 7:00 pm Join us again for one of the highlights of our neighborhood holiday season. The 57 Readers and Writers will offer a show titled “Brighton-Allston” – where, as the title implies, all presentations will pertain to our neighborhood. Brighton Allston Congregational Church 404 Washington Street, Brighton Center Allston-Brighton Mobility Study Public Meeting Boston Planning & Development Agency Wednesday, December 11, 2019, 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm Agenda TBD Location TBD Email Contact: John.Read@Boston.Gov Allston-Brighton Winter Market Thursday, December 12, 2019, 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm Friday, December 13, 2019, 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm Saturday, December 14, 2019 & Sunday, December 15, 2019, 10:00 am – 7:00 pm The third annual Allston-Brighton Winter Market returns to the Harvard Ed Portal from December 12–15 and vendor applications are open now! As a hyper-local neighborhood holiday market, the Winter Market celebrates Allston-Brighton with a four-day event featuring vendors of crafts, artisanal goods, gifts, and fine art, as well as live music, food and drinks for purchase, a beer garden, and special interactive art programs. The Allston-Brighton Winter Market will be a festive celebration of local creative entrepreneurship. Free and open to the public, we encourage visitors to return throughout the weekend to take in all that the market has to offer! Visit our website to learn more—we'll be updating regularly as programming, vendors, and other activities are confirmed! This year’s market will feature more than a dozen vendors, plus a beer garden by Aeronaut Brewing Company. https://hrvd.me/winter-market Harvard Ed Portal 224 Western Ave, Allston __________________________________________________________________________ Tony D’Isidoro P.S. Feel Free To Forward To Other Interested Individuals, Groups & Organizations To ensure you receive future Allston-Brighton Community Notes e-mails, simply add to your address book: anthonydisidoro@msn.com
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