Brookside Community Health Center

Step into Summer Ready! ☀️

Summer is almost here, and every child deserves to step into the season feeling confident, comfortable, and ready for fun ahead!

Your clothing donations help children head into summer with essentials that make a big difference — from everyday outfits to warm-weather favorites.

Clean out your closets, donate gently used clothing, and help kids step into summer with confidence and joy. 💙

✨ Donate clothing and shoes of all sizes
📍 Drop off at Cradles to Crayons or a purple donation bin near you

Find a local-drop off:
https://hubs.li/Q04jyzq80

Happy Pride Month 2026
Ways to Get Involved:
• Join the Celebration: Look for local parades, festivals, or block parties happening in your city throughout June.

• Support the Community: Discover and patronize LGBTQ+-owned businesses in your neighborhood.

• Learn and Advocate: Explore the history of the movement by reading up on the 1969 Stonewall riots, or get involved with advocacy organizations like the Human Rights Campaign: https://www.hrc.org/campaigns/celebrate-pride-with-us

However you choose to mark the occasion, have a safe, joyful, and incredibly proud month!

🥕 The Mayor's Garden Contest is now open. The contest recognizes gardeners who have landscaped, planted flowers, vegetables, trees, and shrubs, helping beautify Boston's neighborhoods.

🥬 Boston.gov/Garden-Contest

🥕 Entry deadline: Wednesday July 8

Summer Reading at the Boston Public Library is BACK!

☀️ Pick up a bingo card at your local BPL location and complete fun prompts and challenges between June 1 and August 31, 2026!

📖 Participants may visit any BPL location to receive an exclusive BPL Summer Reading tote bag, while supplies last!

📖 Once you complete bingo, you may visit any BPL location to receive a Summer Reading sticker, while supplies last.

📖 This year, participants can choose a bingo card designed specifically for children, teens, or adults. Adults who want an extra challenge can choose the Read More card instead of the classic Adult bingo card.

Learn more at bpl.org/summer.

Summer Reading at the BPL is generously supported by the Boston Public Library Fund.

New Month, New Choices! 🥗🥖Happy June! Did you know your WIC benefits just got more flexible? Starting this year, you can now:
- Swap your juice benefit for an extra $3 in "WIC Cash" to spend on fresh fruits and veggies! 🍎
- Pick up canned fish (now for everyone over age 1!)
- Try new whole grain options like quinoa, whole wheat bagels, or English muffins.
Check your WICShopper App today to see your updated balance! 📱✨