Books
Every month Bea Mikulecky gathers a list of books recommended by our readers. We call it Book Talk because it's where we talk about books in our newsletter. There are no in‑person events that go with these listings.
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Recommended by BrooklineCAN Members
Every month Bea Mikulecky gathers a list of books recommended by our readers. We call it Book Talk because it's where we talk about books in our newsletter. There are no in‑person events that go with these listings.
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Videos
After a nice long walk, we invite you to relax with a few episodes of one of the many great series on Netflix and other streaming services. You are invited to share your suggestions for future newsletters.
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Podcasts
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May 2018
- Town Election and Absentee Voting
- Helen Kass Memorial Lecture - Updating the New Old Age
- BrooklineCAN Spring Member Celebration
- Brookline Age-Friendly City Committee Seeking New Members
- "Affirming Lives"
- Coolidge Corner Library to Close for Renovation
- Furnishing Hope of Massachusetts
- Book Talk
- Upcoming Events
April 2018
- BrooklineCAN Ending Ageism Program Rescheduled April 19
- BrooklineCAN Election Forum on April 26
- The Power of Play
- Bulletins from the Front Lines—Speaker May 24
- Brookline Bicycles & Pedestrians Committees
- Public Health Week April 2-7
- An Evening of Poetry Translations April 25
- Book Talk
- Upcoming Events
2017
November 2017
- Compassionate Care and Necessary Conversations
- Spark and Go Wild: A Mind-Body Presentation on Healthy Aging
- The Power of Engagement and the League of Women Voters
- Dealing with Loss and Bereavement at Festive Times
- Volunteers Needed To Test Smart Phone Software That Will Help Seniors
- Health Care Sound-Off!
- Living Longer: New Realities, Resources, and Strategies
- Book Talk
- Upcoming Events
October 2017
- Brookline Sister City Week
- Getting to Know the Uber & Lyft App
- Age-Friendly Cities TV Celebrates the Power of Engagement
- Senior Center Annual Autumn Benefit
- Putterham Library Book Discussion Group
- Operation A.B.L.E.
- Stephen Collins on Edna St. Vincent Millay
- Book Talk
- Zamir Chorale Concert - Special Offer for Seniors
- Upcoming Events
April 2017
- Wisdom and Memories - Photography Exhibit and Programs
- Town Election Forum at Senior Center on April 24
- BrooklineCAN is seeking a Membership Assistant.
- Intergenerational Volunteer Program on Brookline TV
- Using Your Smartphone for Travel
- Health Care Decisions Week
- Spring into Summer with Shakespeare
- Brookline Open Studios 2017
- Book Talk
- Upcoming Events
2016
December 2016
- Street Lighting for Pedestrian Safety
- Success for BrooklineCAN Agenda at Fall Town Meeting
- Senior Transportation Guide Is Available
- Service Referral Program Relaunched
- Senior Housing - Center Communities of Brookline
- Age Friendly Cities TV (AFC-TV)
- Used Book Sale - Friends of the Brookline Library
- Book Talk
- Upcoming Events
September 2016 Corrections
Three dates were incorrect in the September Newsletter.The BrooklineCAN Annual Meeting is on Thursday, September 15th at 5:00 pm. Click here for details.
The date for the Senior Center Gala is Wednesday, October 26th at 6:00 pm. Call the Senior Center for more information at 617-730-2770.
The celebration of the pocket park at Green and John Streets will be Thursday, September 29.
September 2016
June 2016
- What's Your Plan for Driving Retirement? Part 2
- Get What’s Yours: The Secrets of Maxing Out Your Social Security
- Brookline Farmers Market
- Popular Author B.A. Shapiro to speak at Friends of Brookline Library Annual Meeting
- The Beaconsfield Terraces: "An Experiment in Domestic Economy"
- Porchfest and Coolidge Corner Arts Festival
- Public Health Forum
- Evergreen Summer Program June 20
- Upcoming Events
March 2016
- Selling the Fountain of Youth
- Parking for volunteers at the Senior Center
- Seniors Take Action, Town Repairs Sidewalks
- New Volunteer Opportunity
- Brookline Emergency Preparedness Buddies
- Age Friendly City TV-Brookline Library
- Big Band Memories
- The Kitchen at the Boston Public Market
- Medical Marijuana Clinic Opens
- Upcoming Events
February 2016
- Bring Bocce to Brookline
- Car Sharing with Zipcar
- From Our Readers—More Information on Uber
- TRIPPS Volunteer Orientation in Early February
- Excursion to Edward M. Kennedy Institute
- Beneath the Streets of Boston: Building America’s First Subway
- Job & Volunteer Search Support Team
- Dementia Support Program
- Upcoming Events
2015
December 2015
- Transportation Support for Brookline Seniors
- Membership Renewal Questions
- Age Friendly Cities TV Show Addresses Health Services
- BETS: Brookline Elder Taxi System
- Town Meeting Warrant Article 4 Passes
- Handel’s Messiah
- Gallery 93 at the Brookline Senior Center
- Brookline Winter Farmer's Market
- Upcoming Events
November 2015
- Street Lighting for Pedestrian Safety
- Age Friendly Cities TV Program
- Senior Center Van
- Part Time Work Opportunity
- Friendship Works
- So You Want to Be an Entrepreneur?
- Local Authors Book Fair
- Brookline First Light Celebration
- Upcoming Events
October 2015
- The Mind Body Connection
- STRAITS to Support Brookline Seniors Who No Longer Drive
- Estelle Katz Program for Senior Renters
- It’s Time to Party!!
- Brookline-Quezalguaque Sister City Week
- Among Friends: A Physical Disabilities Support Group
- Researching Your Roots Online
- Brookline Welcomes New Members
- Upcoming Events
September 2015
- Annual Meeting and Welcoming Reception
- Age Friendly TV Show to Feature Transportation Options
- Update to Apartments & Condominiums with Elevators
- Brookline Day 2015
- Empty Nester Alternative: Living in the City
- Coping with Memory Loss
- Senior Center Benefit October 28
- Homer’s Odyssey and its Many Homages
- Elder Resource Guide 2015
- Upcoming Events
Summer 2015
- Co-Founders Honored by Mass. Councils on Aging
- BrooklineCAN 2015 Annual Meeting
- BSC Theatre Club Summer Extravaganza
- H.E.L.P. Is on the Way
- Brookline Seeks Volunteers
- Brookline Recreation Offers Free Outdoor Concerts
- Bountiful Brookline Hosts Food Film Series
- Leonard Bernstein and the Theatre
- Upcoming Events
June 2015
- How Our Aging Population Is Re-Envisioning Longevity
- Minot Rose Garden Stroll
- Age Friendly Brookline - New TV Series
- Hall’s Pond Walking Tour
- New Section on Web Site
- Health Care Reform: How is It Going?
- Hidden Brookline History
- Curatorial Curiosities
- A Look at the Fisher Hill Reservoir
- Upcoming Events
April 2015
- Age Friendly Brookline Access TV Launch
- Have You Had the Conversation?
- Spotlight on BrooklineCAN Committees: The Service Referral Committee.
- BrooklineCAN Election Forum on April 30
- Help design better mobile healthcare devices for senior citizens.
- What do I do Next?
- National Public Health Week April 6-14, 2015
- Artists Open Studios
- Brookline’s Treasures—Hall’s Pond
- VOLUNTEERING? Put Your Best Foot Forward
- Save the Date!
March 2015
- Web Feature of the Month--Education
- Reminder—BrooklineCAN Program March 23
- Glen Campbell Film Special Screening
- AARP Income Tax Help
- Tired of Snow? Think Bicycles! Think Safety!
- Macbeth at the Senior Center
- Volunteer Opportunity
- Brookline Chorale at Jordan Hall March 7
- Organizing Your Budget with Microsoft Excel
- Boston Flower & Garden Show
- Events of Interest
February 2015
- Spotlight on Committees— Livable Community Advocacy
- Embracing Sexuality as We Age
- Web Feature of the Month--Senior Center Transportation
- Brookline’s 5th Annual Climate Action Week - February 2-10
- Brookline Recreation Winter Schedule
- Adult Education Classes at the Senior Center
- Understanding Brookline: A Report on Poverty
- LGBT Out to Brunch Bunch
- New Exhibit at Boston College
- Brookline Emergency Preparedness “Buddies Program”
- Events of Interest
January 2015
- Safer Winter Sidewalks
- Spotlight on Committees—Education
- Override Forum Video on BrooklineCAN Web Site
- Encouraging Recreational Biking for Seniors
- REAP Party January 8
- Free Concerts in the Library
- What can the Brookline Senior Center do for you?
- Deal of the Month--Online Magazines
- Online Auctions: Successful Selling on eBay
- Events of Interest
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2014
December 2014
- Innovative Resource Helping Non-Profits
- Spotlight on Committees - Communications
- Perfect gift - one size really does fit all!
- Respite Relief for Caregivers
- Deal of the Month
- Memory Party
- Brookline Booksmith Free Events
- Concert Series
- Annual Pottery Sale
- Brookline Winter Farmer’s Market
- Events of Interest
November 2014
- Public Hearing on Senior Center Parking
- Film: The Genius of Marian
- A Forum for Seniors on the Override
- Learn about Irish History and Culture
- HomeSafe Program
- Town Meeting Warrant Articles on Taxi Medallions
- Volunteer of the Year
- Election Day Nov. 4th
- Holiday Craft Fair November 7 and 8
- LinkedIn Basic Workshop
- You Can Participate in TED Talks
- Events of Interest
October 2014
- October 15 Talk on Nutritional Support for Healthy Brain Function
- Senior Center Autumn Benefit October 29
- “Critters that go bump in the night.”
- Annual Meeting Celebrates Brookline’s Age-Friendly Achievements
- Hearing on Medical Marijuana Warrant Article
- Solar Energy Programs for Brookline
- Brookline Symphony Orchestra Concert October 19
- Mystery Health Epidemic in Brookline's Sister City
- Senior Socials
- Events of Interest
September 2014
- BrooklineCAN’s Annual Meeting and Reception
- Primary Election
- Personalized Nutritional Support for Optimal Aging
- Links to Information
- Come Meet Sara!
- Brookline Day
- Senior Tax Work-Off Program
- Be Part of the Climate Change Rally in NYC
- Meet Me at the Movies—Volunteer Opportunity
- Deal of the Month--Suggestions?
- Events of Interest
Summer 2014
- Slippery Sidewalks at Town Meeting
- More Town Meeting Senior Issues
- Elevators at T Stations
- Deal of the Month
- Recreation Department Offers Lots of Summer Fun!
- Poems, Photos, Yoga
- Brookline Paths
- JFK Birthplace
- What Is Your Favorite Brookline Treasure?
- Events of Interest
June 2014
- Brookline Complete Streets Forum
- The 19th Annual Public Health Policy Forum
- Automatic Doors in Brookline
- Solar Energy Program June 9
- Expanded Income Eligibility for Property Tax Deferral Program
- Newport Mansions Tour
- Deal of the Month
- Visit the Olmstead Historic Site
- Getting There On The T
- Events of Interest
May 2014
- Service Referral Update:
- Elder Care Program May 15
- Grand Re-Opening at Senior Center
- Vote in Town Election on Tuesday, May 6
- Partners Free Shuttle
- Deal of the Month
- Volunteers Needed for "I'm Still Here" Events
- ArtsBrookline—A Multi-Week Celebration of the Arts
- Senior Scene - May
- Events of Interest
April 2014
- Elder Care Program May 15
- Creating a Pedestrian-Friendly District in North Brookline
- Age-Friendly Brookline
- Open Studios April 26-27
- Home Energy Seminar
- Deal of the Month
- Meet the Candidates
- Evergreen Program at Boston University
- Mastering Your Kindle
- Ping Pong
- Upcoming Events
March 2014
- BrooklineCAN & Steps to Success
- Mass Senior Action Council Presentation
- Wanted!
- Elder Care Program
- Tax Filing Assistance
- Deal of the Month
- Think Spring
- OLLI at UMass Boston
- Love and Romance in Literature
- Music at the Library
- Upcoming Events
February 2014
- What Is BrooklineCAN Doing for You?
- Easier Access to the BrooklineCAN Website
- Senior Scene
- Reminder on BrooklineCAN March Program
- Brookline Symphony Concert
- Deal of the Month
- Lifelong Learning Opportunities
- Art and Chocolate
- Brookline Reads
- Upcoming Events
January 2014
2013
December 2013
- Deal of the Month
- Heath School Pen Pal Project
- ARTZ, Artists for Alzheimer's Dinner Lecture
- Winter Sidewalk Monitoring
- Brookline Historical Society
- Style, Elegance, Sophistication, Urbanity, Cool
- Free Library Concerts
- Book Groups
- Winter Farmers Market
- Senior Cinema
- Upcoming Events
November 2013
- Membership Survey
- Are You OK?
- Medicare Open Enrollment Period
- Book Groups
- Brookline’s Annual Holiday Fair
- Riding the 60 Bus
- New Hearing Loop at Symphony Hall
- World War II Museum Visit December 4
- Flu Shots
- Save The Date
October 2013
- Poetry Alive and Well in Brookline
- Affordable Care Act—Impacts for Massachusetts Seniors
- Check Out Our Web Site "Links" Section
- An Evening with Dennis Lehane
- Where Can the 66 Bus Take Me?
- Introduction to the Internet for Seniors
- Medical Marijuana
- Writing About Your Roots
- Holiday Shopping Excursion
- Learn More About Medications
- Senior Scene Discusses REAP
- Save The Date
September 2013
- BrooklineCAN Annual Meeting & Expo
- Designing Living Spaces for All Ages and Abilities
- Chinese Festival
- Brookline Day September 22
- Excellent Exercise Program
- Guide to One-Floor Living in Brookline
- Retirement Engagement Alternatives Program (REAP)
- Autumn Benefit
- Book Groups
- Senior Scene Discusses REAP
- Theatre Club
- Save The Date
Summer 2013
- REAP Kickoff July 24
- Summer Movie Series
- Landscape Architecture in Brookline
- New Executive Director at Goddard House
- Waterworks Museum
- Fiddler and Les Miz
- Free Summer Concerts
- BATV Senior Scene
- The Genius of Everyday Things
- Book Groups
- Save the Date
June 2013
- BrooklineCAN Service Referral Update!
- Development of Housing for Seniors
- Health Care Reform Forum June 26
- Help At The Touch Of A Button
- Drop-In Sessions at Computer Lab
- Is There Value in Your Old and Rare Books?
- Age Friendly Brookline Designated A Select Board Committee
- Book Group at Putterham Branch Library
- Minot Garden Rose Stroll June 16
- Candlepin Bowling Wednesday Mornings
- Coolidge Corner Arts Festival
- Recreation Department Summer Concert Series
May 2013
- Help BrooklineCAN Expand its Membership
- Understanding Brookline
- Wellness Expo May 2
- Useful Links
- Faneuil Hall Excursion May 17
- South Brookline Senior Social
- Coolidge Corner Theater
- A Taste of Israel
- Book Groups
- Upcoming Events
April 2013
- Home Improvements Made Easier
- Free Microsoft Classes Continue
- Learn What Brookline Offers Seniors
- BrooklineCAN Connects Members with Local Businesses
- Candidate Afternoon April 11
- Piano Concert
- WiFi at the Senior Center
- Book Groups
- Brookline Open Studios
- Reminders
March 2013
- Tax Preparation Service
- BU's Evergreen Program
- Forum on Senior Housing
- Chronic Disease Management
- Theater Club
- Register of Deeds to Speak
- Book Group Column
- Extended On-Street Parking
- Reminders
February 2013
- Older Drivers
- Volunteers for Age-Friendly Cities
- Website to Report Problem with a Town Service
- Job Hunting?
- Empowering Older Women
- Reminder on Free Microsoft Training
- Book Group Column
- Taxi Services for Residents with Special Needs
- Boston Flower & Garden Show
January 2013
2012
December 2012
- Service Providers' Group
- Communicating Effectively with Doctors
- Elder Resource Guide
- Veteran Benefits Event
- MA State Income Tax Credit
- Elder Law Solutions on BATV
- Yoga for People with Parkinson's
- Sunday Afternoon Concerts
- Book Discussion Groups
- Your Favorite Walk in Brookline
- Expand Your Computer Skills--Free Microsoft Training
November 2012
- The 28th Annual Holiday Craft Fair
- Medicare Open Enrollment Period
- Ballot Questions
- Brookline Theater Club
- J.O.B.S.—Ask the Experts:
- Communicating Effectively with Doctors
- Monitoring Sidewalk Snow Removal
- Computer Courses at SeniorCenter
- Boston's Movie House Treasures
- Flu Shot Clinics
- Shingles Vaccine
- Meet Me at the Movies
October 2012
- Voting Absentee?
- Prescribing Medication to End Life
- Demystifying Estate Planning
- Never Too Late to Create
- Orchard Visit
- Fall Gala
- New Hearing Aid Funding Support Program
- Learn About Salvador Dali
- Useful Resource for Consumers
September 2012
- Never Too Late to Create
- Water Bill Relief
- Service Providers
- Ways to Get There
- Low-Cost Medications
- Bracelet for Wanderers
- Brookline Day
- Hand-building Pottery
- Back to Work
- Fall Gala
- Five Great Walks
Summer 2012
- Free Summer Concerts
- Arcade Building Tour
- Ballroom Dancing
- JFK-Themed Walks
- Early American Crafts
- Keep Cool in the Heat
- Help With Independence
- Ask BrooklineCAN.org
- Members' Meeting
May 2012
- Caregiver Parking
- Roof Repair Is Here!
- Blank Pages?
- Brookline Bikes
- Prose, Poetry Readings
- Brookline Open Studios
- Focus on the Kidney
- Drawing for Pleasure
- Klezmer, Theater, Pizza!
- Managing Tax Records
April 2012
- Guide to One-Floor Living
- Discussing the End of Life
- Garden Sharing Program
- Hidden Brookline
- Help for Hoarders
- Protecting Your Assets
- Museum Passes Online
- Sacco-Vanzetti Film
March 2012
- Forum on MBTA Cutbacks
- Our Volunteering Habits
- Your Feedback Needed
- Saying Goodbye
- Member Discounts
- Tour the Lost Pond
- Exercise, Brookline Style
- Discussing the End of Life
- Preventing Identity Theft
February 2012
- Award to BrooklineCAN
- Caregivers' Supper
- Repainting Crosswalks
- Computer Repair is Here!
- Links You Can Use
- Saying Goodbye
- Zoo Story
- Mindfulness Retreat
- Volunteer Coordinator Needed
January 2012
2011
December 2011
- When You Gotta Go
- Repair Referral Growing
- Wanted: Snow Removers
- Membership Renewals
- Exercise, Brookline Style
- Seeking Membership Chair
- Long-term Care Insurance
- Member Discounts
- Day Trip to NYC
- Finding Missing Persons
November 2011
- Frank Caro Honored
- Know Your Medications
- Service Referral Program
- Drive and Earn Points
- Errand Service
- Long-term Care Insurance
- November Flu Clinics
- Abundance of Crafts
- Watershed Walking Tour
- How to Volunteer
- Book Groups Galore
October 2011 Addendum
October 2011
- Personalized Car Service
- Medicare Enrollment Help
- Wills, Health Care Proxies
- Healthy Aging Talk
- Advocacy and Action
- Member Discounts
- Evergreen, Ever Learning
- Prescription Drugs
- Three Brookline Walks
- Waterworks Museum Tour
- Fall Foliage Trip
September 2011
- Come Shred with Us
- Keep On Moving
- $100 Gym Bargain
- Reception Wrap-up
- Caregiver Parking Issues
- Member Discounts
- Emergency Alerts
- Credit Card Complaints
- Red Tape Cutters
Coming Events
Summer 2011
- BrooklineCAN Reception
- Summer Outings
- Cooling Locations
- Finding Answers
- Lifetime Pass
- Food For Thought
- Tax Abatement
- Equipment Exchange
- First Face Transplant
June 2011
Coming Events
May 2011
- Free Home Energy Audit
- "The Purple Book"
- BrooklineCAN Discounts
- Locating Public Toilets
- Come to the Theater
- Find Good Contractors
Coming Events
Follow-up
April 2011
Coming Events
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