Town of Brookline Invites Residents to Brookline Art Makes Community ‘Flock Party’

BROOKLINE — Get ready to strut your stuff at the Brookline Art Makes Community Flock Party! Join us Saturday, July 27 from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. at the Courtyard Marriott Public Courtyard at 40 Webster Street in Coolidge Corner for a fun-filled morning celebrating all things turkey with family-friendly activities for all ages.

The BAMC “Flock” Party is our celebration event for the unveiling of the first wave of new turkey sculptures! Made using Fiberglas and painted and personalized by local artists, the new turkey sculptures will be displayed across town to increase customer foot traffic and commercial area vibrancy.

Flock Party Activities

• Flock Unveiling at 11:00 a.m. – Meet the turkeys and their artists!
• Strutting Sculptures: Go wild with photos of our turkey masterpieces!
• Get Crafty: Coloring sheets, origami turkeys, and more!
• Wild Turkey Wisdom: Learn about wild turkeys and conservation efforts
• Lawn Games Galore: Compete with family and friends in outdoor games
• Move & Groove: Party music by DJ Flockstar!
• Giveaways: At 11:45 a.m., A giveaway of local and turkey-themed goods!

For more info about the BAMC Flock Party or to get involved, contact Senior Economic Development Planner, Aaron Norris at ANorris@brooklinema.gov

About Brookline Art Makes Community (BAMC)

BAMC is a public art initiative aimed at enhancing the vibrancy and visual appeal of Brookline’s commercial areas by infusing public art and placemaking activations. BAMC seeks to engage artists, residents, and visitors in celebrating creativity and fostering community pride. Through a variety of programs and installations, BAMC aims to create visually captivating spaces that reflect the diversity and spirit of Brookline.

BAMC emerged from recommendations included in Brookline’s Local Rapid Recovery Plan (2021), an action plan to support small business and commercial area resiliency. This plan was developed by the Town’s Economic Development Division in collaboration with the Economic Development Advisory Board (EDAB) and Small Business Development Committee (SBDC) as part of a statewide COVID economic recovery technical assistance program.

BAMC’s objectives are to enhance the appeal and identity of Brookline’s commercial areas through the integration of artistic installations; support local small businesses and the broader arts and culture community; and enrich the in-person experience for visitors and residents by creating visually captivating spaces. In 2022, the Select Board invested $225,000 in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding in BAMC. By 2025, the Town plans to install around 50 new permanent public art installations throughout Coolidge Corner, Brookline Village, Washington Square, St. Mary’s Station, and JFK Crossing.