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Spotted on the Brookline calendar: Greek Food Festival St. Nectarios Church Roslindale/Boston-3 day event

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Hey there, Brookline! Let's get started with what's happening in and around town. Read on and stay in the loop. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How will Chestnut Hill Ave.'s new bikeway and parking affect your drive?
  • What forced Brookline to condemn a BU student apartment building?
  • Why did Brookline's Coolidge Corner marquee ignite Emily Henry fan theories?

Also on today's calendar: Greek Food Festival St. Nectarios Church Roslindale/Boston-3 day event and 11 more events.

Today's riddle: What did one wall say to the other? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Mostly cloudy and cool, with a high of 63 and low of 50 degrees.
  • Wednesday: Brisk and cool, temps: high: 63, low: 50.
  • Thursday: Mostly cloudy and breezy, with a high of 63 and low of 50 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Brookline Transport Board Endorses Chestnut Hill Ave. Redesign With Protected Bikeway (streetsblog.org) — Brookline's Transportation Board has unanimously backed a redesign of Chestnut Hill Avenue that adds a two-way protected bikeway and 65 new parallel parking spaces, with construction likely starting in the spring. The plan, which still could be appealed to the Select Board, aims to improve bike and pedestrian safety while formalizing parking, though some neighbors remain worried about losing curb access for deliveries and drop-offs.
   

• BU students displaced after health officials condemn Brookline apartment building (boston25news.com) — Brookline health officials have condemned a six-unit Egmont Street apartment building, displacing Boston University students after inspectors found an active sewage leak and severe health violations. The town has ordered extensive plumbing repairs, professional cleaning, ventilation, and independent air-quality testing before anyone can return, while BU helps affected students with temporary housing.
   

• Fans Have Theories About Emily Henry's New Book (hercampus.com) — A viral marquee at Coolidge Corner Theatre in Brookline, partnered with Brookline Booksmith, has fans convinced Emily Henry's next romance novel, likely titled "Modern Classic," is coming in April 2027. Online sleuths are dissecting publisher listings, past interviews, and Henry's movie-themed hints to piece together what this rumored, cinema-inspired love story might be about.
   

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🗞 Nearby News

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Newton

  • 3 Injured After Car Crashes Into Newton Golf Course Pro Shop: Report (patch.com)

Ok Brookline! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: I'll meet you at the corner! (Thank you Gary M. for sending it in!)
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