Brookline Booksmith has served as an integral part of Coolidge Corner for over 60 years as an independent and family-owned bookstore. The bookstore has now expanded into the food industry with The Novel Kitchen, offering a place for customers to sit and grab a bite to eat with friends or a good book within its store.
The Students Behind the Brookline Bylaw to Provide Menstrual Products in Local Bathrooms
“Men hold the majority of positions of power in our country (a separate issue I don’t have the column space to touch). Because of this, female-bodied people continue to experience barriers on their right to much-needed menstrual and vaginal healthcare.”
Quality and Camaraderie at Brookline Farmers’ Market
Open rain or shine for 36 years, the Brookline Farmers’ Market is a faithful supporter of local farmers and artisans. Held every Thursday afternoon from 1:30 to 6:30 p.m., the market is easy to reach: Take the C branch of the Green Line to Coolidge Corner, and it’s about a five-minute walk to the market….
Brookline is First Town to Require Tampons in Public Restrooms
“For instance, most people would balk at the idea of having to pay for toilet paper in a public restroom,” wrote Sarah Groustra in The Sagamore, Brookline’s student newspaper, in April of 2018. “Tampons and other menstrual sanitation products, however, are not considered essential.”
Electronic Scooters Come to Brookline
Government officials, Lime and Bird employees, and scooter fanatics had congregated outside of the town hall to kick off a new pilot program that is bringing 200 shared electric scooters to the streets of Brookline. The program is the first of its kind in Massachusetts.
Dispensary to Open in Brookline Village Saturday
A recreational marijuana dispensary will open in Brookline Village on Saturday, March 23. New England Treatment Access (NETA) is already open as a medical dispensary but was given the go ahead to commence recreational operations by the Cannabis Control Commission on Friday.
In Revampled Brookline Grill, Vittorio’s Continues Kosher Legacy
Vittorio’s Grill recently re-opened in Brookline serving homemade Kosher style food in a family-oriented setting.
In Brookline, Cassinelli Brings Elegance
Last month, Burro Bar opened its doors in vibrant Washington Square serving authentic Mexican cuisine inspired by the flavours from across the region.
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In Brookline, Union Square Donuts Draws Ravenous Crowds
Famed donut joint Union Square Donuts opened its doors in Brookline to long lines of customers eager to get their hands on favorites like maple bacon and Boston cream.
Magnolia Smokehouse Brings Southern Comfort to Brookline
Magnolia Smokehouse, which opened its doors in Brookline last month, aims to highlight the nuanced styles of Southern cuisine by offering dinners a diverse menu ranging from fried pickles to mac and cheese.