Health & Fitness

Brookline Launches 'Healthy Parks Healthy People' Initiative

The Parks and Open Space Division has implemented the National Park Service's program to promote health and wellness through parks.

Brookline, MA – The Brookline Parks and Open Space Division has implemented a new initiative from the National Park Service to encourage healthy activities in the town's parks.

The program, dubbed "Healthy Parks Healthy People," partners with local health and wellness organizations for free events in parks throughout Brookline.

Here's a look at upcoming events in the next week:

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Friday, July 8

Family Flicks and Fun in the Park - Waldstein Park, 8:30 p.m.

Find out what's happening in Brooklinefor free with the latest updates from Patch.

This week's movie: "Minions"

Sunday, July 10

Vinyasa Yoga - Minot Rose Garden, 8 a.m.

Monday, July 11

Storytime Chickpeas in the Park - Billy Ward Playground, 9:30 a.m.

Wednesday, July 13

Guided tours of the Frederick Law Olmsted National Historic Site

Thursday, July 14

Guided tours of the Frederick Law Olmsted National Historic Site

Friday, July 15

Family Flicks and Fun in the Park - Waldstein Park, 8:30 p.m.

Movie: Shaun the Sheep

>>>Click here for a complete look at the calendar.

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