Community Notes, Events, Updates & Public Comment Request December 1-7, 2025

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Community Notes, Events, Updates & Public Comment Request December 1-7, 2025
 
Notes

Article 85 / Demolition Delay Applications 

250 Everett Street
 
Events

Brighton Center Tree Lighting (Flyer Attached)

Virtual Licensed Premise Violation Hearing
Boston Licensing Board
Tuesday, December 2, 2025 @ 10:00 am
Meeting ID: 837 4408 0828
Passcode: 230236
One-tap mobile: +16468769923,,83744080828#,,,,*230236# or +13017158592,,83744080828#,,,,*230236#

1) FACILITY CONCESSION SERVICES, LLC. , D/B/A: SPECTRUM, Location: 89 GUEST ST 
BRIGHTON, MA 02135, License#: LB-99313, Notice/Violation#: 003715, Category: GOPAL
Date 08/28/2025 Notice Assault and battery patron(s) on police officer in violation of M.G.L. ch. 138 s. 64, ch. 265 s. 13D.
Assault and battery patron(s) on employee in violation of M.G.L. ch. 138 s. 64, ch. 265 s. 13A.

2) FACILITY CONCESSION SERVICES, LLC. , D/B/A: SPECTRUM, Location: 89 GUEST ST 
BRIGHTON, MA 02135, License#: LB-99313, Notice/Violation#: 007502, Category: GOPAL
Date 10/07/2025 Notice No accurate count for each level in violation of M.G.L. ch. 138 s. 64.
Overcrowding in mosh pit (3 injured) in violation of M.G.L. ch. 138 s. 64.
Over intoxicated under age patrons (2) in violation of M.G.L ch. 138 s. 64.

Email Contact: Maureen....@Boston.Gov 

Allston Construction Mitigation Subcommittee Meeting     
Tuesday, December 2, 2025 @ 6:00 pm  
Chaired by Harvard Allston Task Force (HATF) member Ed Kotomori, this subcommittee invites developer construction mitigation and community relations staff, Boston Police Department District 14, local and state elected officials and their representatives, and local North Allston neighbors, to discuss issues surrounding construction and safety issues in the neighborhood.  All are welcome to attend and contribute.
Email Contact: Priscilla Anderson (pril...@gmail.com) 

18 Nantasket Avenue Abutters Meeting
Mayor’s Office of Neighborhood Services
Tuesday, December 2, 2025, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Proposal: Erect a building for five residential units on the vacant lot.
The purpose of this meeting is to get community input and listen to the resident's positions on this proposal. This is a virtual meeting via Zoom.
Meeting ID: 829 7171 4076
Please note, the City does not represent the occupant(s)/developer(s)/attorney(s)/applicant(s).
Email Contact: Sigurgeir Jonson (sigurgei...@boston.gov) 

Licensing Board Virtual Transactional Hearing                   
Boston Licensing Board                   
Wednesday, December 3, 2025 @ 10:00 am                   
Virtual Hearing Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83713136310?pwd=eXFySTNBMERHZ1dHZXRVb1FLU1hEQT09                   
Meeting ID: 837 1313 6310                    
Passcode: 330215                    
Dial in #: (646) 876-9923 

10 Panagiota, Inc
D/B/A: Gyro City
181 CHESTNUT HILL AV
BRIGHTON, MA 02135
License #: LB-316991
Holder of a Common Victualler 7 Day Wines and Malt Beverages with Liqueurs License has petitioned to transfer the license and location - From: Panagiota, Inc located at 181 Chestnut Hill Ave, Brighton, MA 02135. To: Greenside Athletics Limited Company dba Greenside Golf Club located at 58 Old Colony Ave, Boston, MA 02127. David Hodge, Manager. 11:00 PM Closing Hour. Premise consists of - A 5,564 square foot indoor golf simulation facility with 2 entrances and 3 exits located on the second noor, consisting of a bar with 8 seats, six golf simulator bays with projection screens and 36 seats, a central putting green, and a lounge area with 18 seats.
Attorney: Nicholas J. Zozula

12 Dockshare LLC
D/B/A: Holdfast Specialty Seafood Rolls
164 BRIGHTON AV
ALLSTON, MA 02134
License #: LB-612513
Has applied for a Common Victualler 7 Day Wines and Malt Beverages License to be exercised on the above - Approximately 1,147 square feet. One entrance, two exits. Entrance opens onto Brighton Ave. High table seating area at the front and service station in the center. Kitchen and prep area in the center behind the service station, and freezers in the back. Basement level for dry storage.
Manager: Jesse Kim
Closing Time: 11:00 PM
Attorney: Thomas P. Miller

Email Contact: wend...@boston.gov  

Boston Landing Holiday Tree Lighting
Wednesday, December 3, 2025 @ 4:00 pm
Kick off the holiday season at Boston Landing with an evening of festive fun featuring a dazzling tree lighting, live entertainment, family activities, and plenty of holiday cheer for all ages!
✨ Mistletoe Lounge with a DJ, faux fire, and all the holiday cheer - the perfect cozy hang-out!
📸 Holiday Mini Photo Sessions with a professional photographer in front of a festive red truck - hello, family holiday card!
🎅 Santa & Carolers making special appearances - story time, photo ops, and more!
☕️ Restaurant Holiday Menus & Specials across campus - indulge in the flavors of the season!
🎁 Toy Drive supporting the West End House.
🎄 And of course… our Tree Lighting at 6:00 pm, sharp!

Allston Square Public Meeting
Boston Planning Department
Wednesday, December 3, 2025, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Description:
The City Planning Department is hosting a virtual public meeting to discuss the recently filed Notice of Project Change for Allston Square in the Allston neighborhood of Boston. This NPC reduces the parking count across the project from 147 to 38 spaces. No other changes are proposed.. The purpose of the meeting is to provide an overview of the proposed project. The meeting will include a presentation followed by questions and comments from the public.
How to Participate
Please register for the meeting using the following Zoom link:
bosplans.org/AllstonSquareNPC
Meeting ID:  161 621 9056
Toll-Free Call-in Number: 160 282 3355
Email Contact: nick....@boston.gov

Harvard University Neighborhood Coffee Hour  
Government Affairs & Community Relations at Harvard University  
Thursday, December 4, 2025 @ 8:00 am  
The Neighborhood Coffee Hour gives residents a unique opportunity to speak directly with Government Affairs & Community Relations and staff from Harvard University about Allston/Brighton Planning & Development and the new community and campus that will be built. Areas of discussion could include institutional, the Enterprise Resource Campus, Beacon Park Yards, other Harvard Allston/Brighton holdings and current and future community benefits (products & services).      
Swissbäkers
168 Western Ave, Allston 
Email Contact: Kendyl Maher-Trumble (kendyl_mah...@harvard.edu)

Lower Allston Christmas Tree Lighting (Flyer Attached)

Daffodil & Milkweed Community Planting Day (Flyer Attached)

Christkindlmarkt – German Holiday Market
German International School | Boston
Saturday, December 6, 2025, 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm
57 Holton St, Allston
Email Contact: eve...@gisbos.org
Meet Some of Our Christkindlmarkt Vendors! 🎄✨🎁
We’re excited to showcase a wonderful group of local artists, makers, and small businesses joining us at this year’s GISB Christkindlmarkt! From handmade gifts to festive treats, these vendors bring so much heart and holiday magic to our market.
🌟 GISB’s Own Erzgebirge Booth
Where Smokers Puff and Nutcrackers Smile: hand-carved holiday magic from the heart of the Erzgebirge.
🎨 Pink Pigeon Creations
Handmade gifts & whimsical creations
🧼 Jennifer Handmade Soap
Artisan soaps made with care
🎨 Sarah Pizzi: Artist
Beautiful, original artwork
🪴 Ceramics by Moon
Thoughtfully crafted ceramic pieces
🧵 Marbelous Design
Custom hand-embroidered kids’ clothes & accessories
💍 Kristin Griffin: Jewelry & Ornaments
Handcrafted designs perfect for gifting
🧶 Sydney Dana: Crochet
Cozy, handmade crochet treasures
🥓 Giedrius Svencionis
European-style smoked meats & cheeses- landjaeger, bratwurst, kessler & more
🍪 Frank Schneider: FSG Baking
Traditional baked treats made with love
✨We can’t wait to welcome you to a festive, joyful Christkindlmarkt, full of handmade gifts, delicious food, and warm community spirit.🎊🫶

Krampusfest (Flyer Attached)

Mayor Michelle Wu's Enchanted Trolley Tour and Tree Lightings
Saturday, December 6, 2025 @ 6:45 pm
Oak Square, Brighton

Lessons & Carols (Flyer Attached) 
 
Updates 

Zoning Board of Appeal Hearing                                                 
Inspectional Services Department                                                
Tuesday, November 25, 2025                             
 
Extensions: 9:30 am
 
Case: BOA-BOA1538261 Address: 215-217 Brighton Avenue Ward 21 Applicant: Michael P. Ross, Esq
Slide the time bar to 4:10
Outcome: Motion to grant extensions as requested was approved.   

Board Final Arbiter: 9:30 am
 
Case: BOA-1617226 Address: 53-55 Dustin Street Ward 21 Applicant: Vincent, Joseph & Andrew Bisconte(by Kyle Smith, Esq)
Slide the time bar to 6:15
Outcome: Motion to grant additional living space of 180 sf on the third floor and slight footprint adjustment to the rear addition was approved. 
 
Public Comments 
                                         
Want to know more about the planning initiatives that are happening in Allston-Brighton? Check out The Boston Planning & Development Agency's (BPDA) planning website https://www.bostonplans.org/planning-zoning/planning-initiatives/planning-in-allston-brighton to stay informed and learn about opportunities to comment. It is important to share direct community feedback about what is needed to make Allston-Brighton a great place to live and work now and in the future! 
 
Allston Square (NPC Comment Period End December 5, 2025)





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