Mass surveillance affects all Americans through a wide suite of technologies—but facial recognition, one of the most critical and commonly-used technologies, poses special risks for historically marginalized communities.
May 16 Evening Lecture: The Hottest Travel Trend – River Cruising
Two travel specialists share their expertise and insider knowledge to provide the scoop on the hottest travel trend of recent years.
May 11: The Mothers of Gynecology – Enslaved Black Women
This revealing lecture showcases the Harvard University exhibit in which three artists dignify the experiences of Anarcha, Betsey and Lucy, the enslaved Black women J. Marion Sims operated on during the 19th century.
March 23: Avengers, Wildcats & Crickets: War in the Pacific
Dr. Russell Low’s book “Avengers, Wildcats, and Crickets” is a rare personal glimpse of the War in the Pacific seen through the eyes and journals of five young American men who served on the USS White Plains in 1943–1944.
March 16: Silk – A Greener Alternative to Microplastics
Safe and non-toxic Silk shows promise in reducing the environmental pollution that microplastics cause around the world
January 26: Sugarproof: The Hidden Dangers of Sugar for Children and What You Can Do About It
Most of us know that sugar can wreak havoc on adult bodies, but few realize…
Read MoreJanuary 25: The Seasons of Japan
The Seasons of Japan explores the country’s distinct cultural fervor when it comes to the…
Read MoreJanuary 24-March 7: End Emotional Eating Once and For All
Are you ready to address your emotional eating and lose weight? If you know in…
Read MoreJanuary 10 & 17: How to Talk to Your Adolescent About Healthy Eating & Weight
Are you concerned about your child’s healthy eating and food choices? According to conventional wisdom,…
Read MoreDecember 15: Jordan Rich: On Air – My 50-Year Love Affair with Radio
Jordan Rich has been a staple in the broadcasting industry for decades. As the long-running…
Read MoreDecember 8: The Art & Meaning of Oriental Rugs
A traditional rug can add an elegant finishing touch to any room. It can be…
Read MoreNovember 3: Chinese-American History: Three Coins – A Young Girl’s Story of Kidnappings, Slavery and Romance in 19th Century America
Dr. Russell Low, author of “Three Coins,” will enthrall participants with a true Chinese-American story.…
Read MoreSept 10: Fenway Neighborhood Walking Tour
Some of Boston’s neighborhoods have been changing dramatically in recent years, none more so than…
Read MoreSept 17: Boston Harbor Waterfront Walking Tour
The Boston Harborwalk, started in 1984 as a way of protecting public access to the…
Read MoreSept 18: Brookline’s Secret Stairways & Paths
During the late 19th century, a network of pedestrian paths and walks was constructed to…
Read MoreOctober 12: Hidden History & Cultural Neighborhoods of Brookline and Boston
Discover some interesting history about the cultural neighborhoods of Brookline and Boston. More details about…
Read MoreFamily Movie Nights
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Read MoreWinter Wonderland 2021
SmartPrograms, an initiative of Brookline Adult & Community Education and Brookline Public Schools is…
Read MoreWalks and Tours Fall 2021
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Register Now New: In-Person classes will meet at Lincoln School, 19 Kennard Road Brookline,…
Read MoreErrol Silverman
Over the past decade, Errol Silverman has launched multiple successful startups and small businesses. Holding an economics…
Read MoreNick Lisotto
Nick Lisotto is a Certified Sommelier through the Court of Master Sommeliers. An Italian wine…
Read MoreBil Thibodeau
Bil Thibodeau graduated from The School of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston in 1989. …
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Spring is coming so we’re offering you another digital catalog of our courses. The switch…
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Read MoreFebruary Vacation 2021: SmartPrograms for Children
February Vacation 2021 For children ages 5-12 • February 16-19, 2021 Fill the vacation…
Read MoreAnatole Sykley
How long have you been teaching classes with BA&CE? I have been teaching with Brookline…
Read MoreConnecting with Family, Friends, and even Strangers
Join in the Season’s celebrations and get inspired by the social connections and enrichment you…
Read MoreBringing Books to Life for Ages 5-7
Register Now Bringing Books to Life with Daniel Lipton, for ages 5-7 Daniel Lipton is…
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Thank you for your interest in donating to our program during these difficult times. You…
Read MoreYoung Entrepreneurs: Build a Business for ages 8-12
Young Entrepreneurs: Build a Business Register Now Business Sharks for ages 8-12 Right Brian Curriculum,…
Read MoreComputer Skills and Games: Minecraft, Graphic Design, Scratch, and Artificial Intelligence
Register Now Computer Skills and Games: Coding: Scratch Adventure Games, Artificial Intelligence, Graphic Design, and…
Read MoreCreative Days: Morning Yoga Workout, The Art Table, and Parlor Games for ages 6-12
Register Now Creative Days: Morning Yoga Workout, The Art Table, and Parlor Games for…
Read MoreWinterWonderland, Vacation Programs for Children
Winter Wonderland 2021 December 27-30, 2021 Fill the holiday vacation week with supervised fun and…
Read MoreHistory of BACE by Arthur Conquest
BACE: A 40 Year Review of Educational Excellence, Change, and Continuity by Arthur Conquest Brookline…
Read MoreMeet Chobee Hoy
Chobee Hoy sets an inspiring example that you can accomplish big things as you get…
Read MoreKen Feinberg and Coronavirus Compensation Fund
Ken Feinberg is giving a talk on September 30 at 7pm! (Please note the date…
Read MoreSpring 2022 Registration Open!
We have planned a great spring session for you! Browse our classes, lectures and walking…
Read MorePaul Sedgwick
Paul Sedgwick Paul Sedgwick started playing the banjo in 1973 at the impressionable age of…
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SmartPrograms Fall 2020 Attention Families! We have some exciting programs for your children before school…
Read MoreSeptember Lectures and Events Online
Brookline Adult & Community Education has been part of the community for almost 140 years,…
Read MoreGift Certificates!
Like many programs, we have experienced a dramatic shift, made difficult decisions, and are working…
Read MoreCustom Group Classes
Do you and others (friends, family, or colleagues) want to set up a class to…
Read MoreNEW classes this summer
From Medieval Cathedrals to Yoga in Italian! Explore these and the many other classes we’ve…
Read MoreConnect this summer – with our new course catalog
Summertime is the perfect time for growth and reflection. Browse our summer offerings and find…
Read MoreThe Crafty Artiste Online
Crafty Artiste Prices: $200, per student, for 3 classes a day for the themed week.…
Read MoreTheater Arts Online
Prices: $400, per student, for 3 classes a day for 10 days, and $100 for…
Read MoreCyberSummer Online
CyberSummer Overview Minecraft Prices: $400, per student, for 3 classes a day for 10 days,…
Read MoreSmartSummers Online 2020
Brookline SmartSummers, now in its 25th year, is run through Brookline Adult & Community Education.…
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For the time being, most of our courses will be held online with a user-friendly…
Read MoreSpring Online Courses: Registration Open!
While everyone is staying away from others physically, we are offering a way to connect…
Read MoreTop Ten Herbs for Health and Home
In this evening with an herbalist, we’ll learn about the most popular herbs to grow…
Read MoreVeteran Children Project
Co-producers Susan Hackley and Martha Jackson, two Brookline mothers whose sons went to war, will…
Read MoreAnimal Communication
Nine out of ten people already have the ability to understand their pet’s thoughts. Their…
Read MoreSpring 2020 Term! Registration now open!
In addition to a series of lectures, our Spring 2020 term offers courses in a…
Read MoreBuilding New Friendships, Fellowships, and a Sense of Belonging
It takes courage and initiative to break out of a period of isolation and rebuild…
Read MoreA Real Game of Thrones: Eastern Europe from the Middle Ages to the Present
Come find out about the nations of Eastern Europe and their tumultuous history. Historian and…
Read MoreUndeclared Emergency: Addressing the Climate Crisis in our Schools
The job of educators is to prepare young people to thrive intellectually, financially, and emotionally…
Read MoreThe Sounds of America in 20th Century Classical Music
As the United States was rising as an international superpower over the course of the…
Read MoreDeclutter the Clutter
Do you carry anything in your backpack, handbag or briefcase every day that you never…
Read MoreModern Dreamwork: New Tools for Decoding Your Soul’s Wisdom
Everyone dreams, and our dreams have messages for us if we know how to decode…
Read MoreWalker Evans and Boston’s Victorian Beauties
The photographer Walker Evans is famous for his collaboration with author James Agee documenting the…
Read MoreMeditation in the Moment
No matter where you are, or what you’re doing, it’s possible and desirable to stop…
Read MoreThe Mouth Body Connection
Many people hear that they need treatment every time they are at the dentist. Have…
Read MoreYoga and Your Anatomy
Whether you practice yoga sporadically or faithfully, and no matter the style, yoga is an…
Read MoreWinter 2020 Term! Registration is open.
In addition to a series of lectures, our Winter 2020 term offers courses in a…
Read MoreSmartPrograms for Children
Brookline SmartPrograms is in its third decade of operation, offering enrichment programs and activities for…
Read MoreAmy Lampert
Amy Lampert brings over thirty years of management experience in the financial services industry, with titles ranging…
Read MoreWinter Wonderland 2019 Registration is Open
Brookline SmartVacations is pleased to present a Winter Wonderland of activities during the holiday break.…
Read MoreArts & the Community
In a moving passage from If this is a Man, Primo Levy describes a situation when…
Read More100 Year Anniversary of the Versailles Treaty 1919-2019
This year will be 100 years since the signing of the Versailles Peace Treaty in…
Read MoreIt’s Hard to Say Goodbye
How many times have you separated from a family member, a good friend, or a…
Read MoreSharenthood: Why We Should Think Before We Talk About Our Kids Online
Join author, Leah Plunkett as she engages us in a discussion aimed at parents and…
Read MoreHousing Choices
First time home buyers, empty nesters, and retirees may struggle with the question of housing…
Read MoreMeet the Real Cuba: Travel for the Adventurous and Creative
Travel to Cuba is intriguing for many Americans, and with the opening of U.S. travel…
Read MoreGetting a Good Night’s Sleep
Great sleep is within reach. When sleep rejuvenates us it enhances our mood, causes positive…
Read MoreIsraeli Brunch
Israeli breakfast is fresh, vibrant, diverse, and nutritious. It’s the best way to start the…
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In addition to a series of lectures, our Fall 2019 term offers courses in a…
Read MoreA History of Fort Point Channel: A Walking Tour
South Boston’s Fort Point Channel area, or Innovation District, has had quite a history. Did…
Read MoreNYC: Park Avenue and the Guggenheim Museum
Join us on a trip to the heart of Manhattan, where energy, landscape, art, and…
Read MorePersonal Finance for Teens
Financial responsibility is a cornerstone of building personal wealth and accomplishing financial goals. In this…
Read MoreRome & Abruzzo: A Trip to Italy!
Rome, Italy’s capital, is a sprawling, cosmopolitan city with nearly 3,000 years of globally influential…
Read MoreA Summer Adventure: Archery Night Out!
Invite your friends to experience the thrill of traditional recurve archery, as seen in the…
Read MoreThe Mouth Body Connection
Are you tired of hearing that you need treatment when you go to the dentist?…
Read MoreEverything You Always Wanted to Know About Astrology
Astrology is the study of the relationship between planetary positions and human behavior. In this…
Read MoreKnow Your Rights as a Patient
Navigating today’s healthcare system is complex. Often, patients and their support systems are overwhelmed by…
Read MoreSummer 2019 Term! Registration is open.
Our Summer 2019 term offers courses in a wide variety of subject areas, including computers,…
Read MoreOur Water, Our Health, Our Future: Brookline & Quezalguaque
Co-Sponsored by: Brookline-Quezalguaque Sister City Project & Brookline Dept. of Public Health, Brookline Adult &…
Read MoreArt Spoons: Kitchen Craft for the Family
A fun activity for the family! Learn how to turn ordinary wooden spoons into painted…
Read MoreA Calming Effect: Mindfulness for Brookline Parents
All parents experience a range of emotions stemming from stressors encountered during their day. The…
Read MoreUnknown Italy: A Trip Worth Taking
Italy, the bel paese (beautiful country), is well worth visiting! And not only for its famous art…
Read MoreHistory of Board Games
Milton Bradley. Parker Brothers. Monopoly. Risk. Guess Who. When you hear the phrase “board game,”…
Read MoreActing with Shakespeare
Often considered the greatest English playwright, Shakespeare’s dramas have been read, performed, and made into…
Read MoreLiving Fearlessly
Are you ready to unleash your potential? We’re all born with unique personalities, talents, and…
Read MoreExplore the World in a Cup of Tea
Tea can be sweet, rich, buttery, and citrusy. It can wake you up and calm…
Read MoreThe Art of Networking
Networking skills are essential to every job search. On average, only one-third of job opportunities…
Read MoreDownsizing: A Fresh Look at Living Life with Less
Many of us are renovating, separating, divorcing, combining households, sending our kids off to college,…
Read MoreNYC: Park Avenue and The Guggenheim Museum
Join us on a trip to the heart of Manhattan, where energy, landscape, art, and…
Read MoreSmartSummers 2019
Brookline SmartSummers is an enrichment program for children offered by Brookline Adult & Community Education. Our…
Read MoreRosemary: The Hidden Kennedy Daughter
Rosemary Kennedy’s (1918-2005) life story and her inspiration to her famous and powerful siblings remained…
Read MoreJewels in the Crown: The Treasure Homes of England
The eternal British country house has always evoked romantic imagery in the mind of the…
Read MoreClimate Change at the Arctic’s Edge
Shrinking sea ice, retreating glaciers, a tree line migrating farther north, and less snow that…
Read MoreA Traditional Japanese Tea Ceremony
The Japanese tea ceremony, or chanoyu is more than just drinking tea. It is a…
Read MoreA Brief History of Indian Mythology
Join us for a journey through the vibrant world of Hindu mythology, which consists of…
Read MoreMindfulness Retreat
Mindfulness is an ancient practice exquisitely illustrated by the Buddha long ago and expounded upon…
Read MoreWhen Apologies Go Badly
Because we are all imperfect human beings, we invariably say and do things that cause…
Read MoreStorytelling Through Creative Movement
This lecture will introduce the body to moving creatively while exploring how we can express…
Read MoreAustralia & Conservatism: How Down Under Politics Seem Familiar
Geographically, Australia is as large as the continental U.S., and the Australian Constitution and Senate…
Read MoreA Balancing Act: Love and Relationships
Life is about finding balance—between work, family, relationships, and yourself. We all have so much…
Read MoreEmbracing Sexuality as We Age: Keys to Vitality
Co-sponsored by the Brookline Community Aging Network in partnership with Brookline Adult and Community Education…
Read MoreThe Fine Art of Film Photography
You don’t take a photograph, you make it. –Ansel Adams Take a step back in…
Read MorePrograms and Lectures for Adults
Brookline Adult and Community Education (BA&CE) is one of the oldest non-credit, public education programs…
Read MoreMusic of Leonard Bernstein
Are you interested in popular culture, human interest, music, or astrology? Then this lecture is…
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