Upcoming Events

On Mondays, March 10 and 17 from 10:00 am-12:00 pm, the Brookline Health Department will be doing a "pop-up" event at the Senior Center. They launched The Heart Beat Project (HBP), a heart-safe community initiative designed to educate and spread awareness about basic lifesaving skills, particularly hands-only CPR. A cardiac emergency can occur anywhere and at any time - our goal is to empower community members to respond effectively in a crisis. Knowing the basics of CPR and how to use an AED can increase a person's chance of survival in the event of sudden cardiac arrest. Every minute without intervention reduces the likelihood of survival, making bystander action critical in saving lives. This is a brief lesson, about 5 - 10 minutes, in American Red Cross CPR hands-only chest compressions and AED use.

Come stop by for this simple and practical way to begin learning these life-saving skills.

Come discuss the challenges facing Brookline's town government today with Select Board Candidates Liz Linder and Carlos Ridruejo. There will be approximately a 40-minute period for questions and discussion with each of the two candidates.

At the LCAC's February 10 meeting, a similar Q&A session was held with Select Board Candidate Michael Rubenstein.

If you are not currently on the LCAC's mailing list and wish to attend the March 10 meeting, please by March 9.

Sit down with youth media students from Brookline Interactive Group (BIG) to participate in a 25-minute interview about your life. Interviews will happen on March 11 at the Senior Center. Edited interviews will air on BIG's broadcast TV and YouTube Channels. Feel free to bring photos/objects to illuminate your story. Maximum 4 participants per session. Please register at 617-730-2770.

This year, SpeakEasy Stage Company will host the New England premiere of the recently reimagined revival of "A Man of No Importance," a charming musical set in Dublin, Ireland about the redemptive power of theatre, love and friendship. Join CitySpace to celebrate the premiere and Boston's Irish roots with an evening of folk music featuring performances from local fiddlers, Irish folk bands and actors from this new production. This celebration is the perfect way to gear up for Boston's favorite holiday: St. Patrick's Day! Guests will also enjoy complimentary snacks during the show. For information about tickets call 617-358-8672.

Join us, March 19 and 20, for the 2025 Age-Friendly in Action: Insights and Ideas Forum, a two half-day virtual event designed to inspire and equip leaders, advocates, and organizations committed to creating age-friendly communities. Drawing from the valuable insights gathered from age-friendly community leaders in 2024, the forum will delve into two critical themes: Engagement and Sustainability.

Day 1: Strategies for Effective Engagement
Explore innovative approaches to actively involve residents, foster trust, and build strong collaborative networks. Learn how to drive your age-friendly goals forward by putting community engagement at the heart of your initiatives.

Day 2: Sustainable Approaches for Lasting Change
Discover proven strategies to ensure age-friendly efforts are sustainable and adaptable to community-specific needs. Gain insights into creating enduring impacts that benefit all generations.

Whether you're a seasoned leader or just beginning your age-friendly journey, this forum offers practical strategies, success stories, and opportunities to connect with like-minded peers.

Register Now and Share with those involved in your age-friendly work.

If you have any questions, please email the AARP Age-Friendly Staff. ( ).

A trip from the Senior Center to two Historic sites in Newton: the Jackson Homestead and Museum and the Durant-Kenrick House. The Jackson Homestead displays rotating and permanent exhibits about the history of Newton and the Underground Railroad. The Durant-Kenrick House is a 1734 farmhouse with period rooms.

Because attendance is limited a raffle will be held on March 18th among those who register for the event. Winners will be notified after the raffle. Raffle registration is at 617-730-2770.

Brookline Woman of the Year is the Commission's longest-standing tradition, honoring women from the community who have made a significant impact on the town and on the people who live and work here.

This presentation is designed to support seniors who are caregivers, providing valuable insights on how to recognize and manage caregiver burnout. Many seniors take on the role of caregiving for loved ones, but the emotional and physical demands of this responsibility can be overwhelming. This session will focus on identifying the warning signs of burnout and offer practical strategies to cope and maintain personal well-being. Key topics include: understanding caregiver burnout, recognizing the signs, coping strategies, and finding support.

You'll learn how to prioritize your own health while continuing to care for your loved ones, ensuring you are equipped with the tools to provide compassionate care without sacrificing your well-being. This presentation is given by My Care Community and Timothy Walsh, Certified Senior Advisor® of Senior Care Authority. Please register at 617-730-2770.

A new publication, Protect Your Identity, Money & Information is now available at the Brookline Senior Center, 93 Winchester Street, or online.

The manual will be given out at the Senior Center at an event on March 31, 2025 with Gayle Bellotti of the Norfolk DA's office and Officer Mike Disario of the Brookline Police sharing guidance on ID theft and other scams. For info and to reserve a seat, call 617-730-2770.

BrooklineCAN and the Brookline League of Women Voters will present a candidates forum. This is a good opportunity to hear from the candidates for Brookline Select Board and Brookline School Committee.