BROOKLINE ACTIVITIES AND RESOURCES
This page posts information about Brookline activities and resources that are student or town focused. Generally, it is information from the Town of Brookline or local organizations (as opposed to personal businesses or classifieds). It is not a comprehensive list. Most of the items come from information that organizations have sent to the PTO, with a request to share it.
This page is for information sharing only; items posted here are neither vetted nor endorsed by the PTO. Families are responsible for researching further information about the programs.
To explore after school programs, visit this page.
B-PEN (Brookline Parent Education Network) - Back to School Transitions
The change from summer freedoms to the rigors of the classroom can be a tricky transition for students of all ages -- and their parents! Those growing pains often linger beyond September.
The B-PEN (Brookline Parent Education Network) website offers some good transitioning strategies for school year milestones with a variety of tip sheets and resources to help families get off to a good start.
FREE FAMILY PREPAREDNESS CLINIC
Wednesday, October 14 | 4-6 PM
Brookline, MA
Get free legal help to create emergency plans for your children in the event of immigration detention or deportation.
To make an appointment, email brooklineiac@gmail.com with:
• your full name,
• preferred language,
• and preferred time (4PM, 4:30PM, 5PM, 5:30PM)
You will receive a confirmation email with your appointment time and location (address). This clinic is open to anyone who lives, works, or attends school in Brookline.
Sunday, October 18th, 1:30–3:30 PM
Public Library of Brookline (Brookline Village)
361 Washington St., Brookline, MA 02445
Sunday, October 18th, 11am and 1pm
Boston Children’s Museum
Brookline Teen Center
40 Aspinwall Ave, Brookline, MA 02446
Learn More
Sunday, October 25, 10am - 2pm
Brookline Golf Course
1281 West Roxbury Parkway, Chestnut Hill, MA 02467
Harvest Fest is a festive celebration of fall and community, featuring live entertainment, local farm stands and artisans, food trucks, local crafts, and other family-friendly activities including inflatables, pumpkin decorating, a trick or treat trail, face painting, and a costume contest.
Learn More
Thursday, November 19, 7:30pm
The Booth Theatre hosts BU Brookline Day, when Brookline residents can receive complimentary tickets to a production. This year, Brookline Day is scheduled for Thursday, November 19, at 7:30 p.m. for the musical production of Violet at the Booth Theatre. BU provides 40 complimentary tickets for attendees. Following the performance, there will be a talkback session and a backstage tour of the Booth Theatre.
Tickets will be available here using the complimentary code BUBROOKLINEDAY.
BROOKLINE NEWS
Brookline.News is an independent non-profit local news outlet focused on our community. It offers news and features about everything from politics to arts and culture – everything important going on in Brookline! It also has an events calendar filled with things to do in Brookline – including family activities, music, speakers, and food and wine. For a free subscription, go to brookline.news or use the QR code below. Once you sign up, you’ll get an email every Monday and Thursday morning with links to all the stories posted in the previous week.Stay on top of what’s going on in Brookline and sign up today!
Public Library of Brookline
https://www.brooklinelibrary.org/
Find events for Brookline Village here!
Events and Programs at TURTLE BOOKS in Brookline Village:
https://turtlebooks.store/event-calendar/
BROOKLINE INTERACTIVE GROUP
Mon. Oct 12, Indigenous Peoples’ Day
Tue. Nov 3, Brookline PD Day
Wed. Nov 11, Veterans Day
Full-day 9am–4pm programs in ceramics, jewelry, and art making for ages 5–17.
Spots are filling up for ceramics (ages 8–12) & jewelry (ages 12–17)
Register today at brooklineartscenter.org
BROOKLINE TEEN CENTER
https://brooklineteencenter.org/
Programs and Activities for Grades 6-12 as well as grades 4 and 5 (see below):
4th & 5th Grade Programming at the Brookline Teen Center (BTC) is returning for the 2026–2027 school year! Starting Thursday, September 10, 2026, students in 4th and 5th grade can spend their afternoons at the BTC with opportunities to have fun, make new friends, and explore a variety of activities.
Drop-In Hours: Tuesdays & Thursdays, 2:30–6:00 PM
Cost: • $300 for 10 passes | • $30 for a single day
Students can enjoy: Free food & snacks, Open gym & recreational sports, Music studio lessons and access, Art projects and creative activities, Local field trips & special evening events, A welcoming community and opportunities to make new friends
Contact us for more information: 617-396-8349; info@brooklineteencenter.org
BROOKLINE RECREATION DEPARTMENT
Youth Ultimate Frisbee
Sundays: 13 September - 25 October (2026) | Fisher Hill Park Field
Play Ultimate! Brookline youth co-ed Ultimate in collaboration with the Boston Ultimate Disc Alliance (BUDA) is for all kids grades 3-8, including those new to Ultimate and experienced Ultimate players. Coaches teach Ultimate skills, strategy, rules and how to respect others on the field through drills, games and activities. There are 3 age groups with different schedules, grades 3-5, 6-8, and 9-12. Please click on the appropriate age group to view the schedule and an age group specific description. Each player will receive a disc as part of their registration. Cleats are recommended for all Ultimate players and are required for those in grades 7 and higher. Ultimate frisbee is a low-contact team field sport that emphasizes sportsmanship and self-officiating, with play at youth, college, and national and international levels. See usaultimate.org for more information on Ultimate in general. BUDA fosters Ultimate in eastern MA with more information at buda.org
Contact joshua.blouwolff@buda.org with any questions.
Brookline Youth Baseball & Softball
Baseball
- Coed, Ages 6-15
- New tee ball program for incoming Kindergarteners
- New intermediate diamond program for 6th and 7th graders
- Girls, Ages 7-13
- All experience levels welcome!
- Skill-First Development: We focus on the fundamentals: skating, puck control, shooting, and passing.
- Engaging Format: Following the USA Hockey ADM station-based format, we use fast-moving, small-area games to keep development fun and engaging.
- Fun-Centric Atmosphere: Our primary goal is to ensure every player has a great time while learning the greatest sport on earth!
Season runs November 15 - March 7
Warrior Ice Arena: Sundays @ 8:00 am
Jack Kirrane Skating Rink at Larz Anderson: Saturdays @ 8:45 am
Co-ed, Ages 4–10 (Basic skating ability or completion of Learn to Skate required)
Brookline NFL Flag Football
Flag football will be divided into grade groups:
- Grades 3-4 will play 5:30-6:30pm
- Grades 5-6 will play 6:30-7:30pm
Brookline Youth Lacrosse
Sessions will emphasize foundational skills, individual development, team concepts, and plenty of high-energy, high-repetition play.
New players are welcome!
Open to boys and girls from Grades 1-12, families may choose the option that works best for their schedules.
- One Sunday afternoon practice per week
- Both weekday and Sunday practices
The 2x week option is intended for players with at least one season of lacrosse experience.
We strongly feel that everyone should have an equal opportunity to pursue what they are passionate about, which is why our goal is to coordinate free lessons to all Brookline elementary middle school students. Additionally, the Brookline Music Program is a great way for middle schoolers to connect with high schoolers and develop a mentor-like relationship.
We look forward to hearing from you!
Email us with any questions at: brooklinepeermusic@gmail.
VOICES Boston (K-8 children's chorus serving Brookline and greater Boston)
Still accepting registrations for fall sessions for all age groups, for all age levels and Harmony Ensemble (3rd-5th grade).
More information can be found at www.voicesboston.org for registration and tuition, and tuition assistance is available.
Learn more at www.voicesboston.org
Please call 617-297-7758 with questions or register here.
iCode Brookline: Where Curious Kids Become Confident Innovators
iCode Brookline is more than an after‑school program or summer camp — it’s a vibrant community where curious, driven kids ages 5–18 come together to code, build, design, and think boldly. Rooted in Brookline’s tradition of academic excellence and inclusive learning, our year‑round STEAM programs challenge students to stretch beyond their comfort zone and discover strengths they never knew they had.With a curriculum that blends hands‑on technology, real‑world problem‑solving, creativity, and collaboration, students learn to approach challenges like engineers and express ideas like innovators. Our experienced instructors provide personalized guidance, celebrate diverse perspectives, and create a warm environment where every child feels seen, supported, and capable.At iCode Brookline, we’re not just teaching STEM — we’re helping raise confident, college‑ready, independent thinkers who are prepared for the future.
Learn more at https://www.icodeschool.com/brookline-ma/camps/
Please call 781-898-8734 or email brookline@icodeschool.com
Dates: May 26th to October 3rd 2026
Location: 698 Washington Street, Brookline MA 02446
Penguin Coding (43 Harvard Street, Brookline)
After school program available for Pierce.
Questions: Please reach out to Kayleigh McKenney (kayleighmckenney@
