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Starting July 8 parking at Brookline Village will be limited due to the Pierce School construction.

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Let’s Make Kawaii Bento Together!

Bento boxes with animals crafted from different foods

There is a Japanese saying: “Me de taberu” – eat with your eyes! We are sure you will agree when you join Wa-Shokuiku to make your very own colorful Japanese Kawaii (Cute) Bento!

Learn how to shape rice into critters, tomatoes into hearts, mini hot dogs into octopi, and arrange them in a bento box that you get to take home! Discover how using five colors in your food choices will lead to a healthy and delicious meal.

This program is limited to 15 participants and requires registrationPlease register here. For children ages 8+ and their families.

This event is generously sponsored by the Brookline Library Foundation.

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When

Thursday, July 18, 2024

3:30 pm - 5:30 pm

Location

Coolidge Corner - Meeting Room
31 Pleasant Street, Brookline, MA 02446

Accessibility

The Coolidge Corner is located on the ground floor of the Coolidge Corner Library. There are three methods of access: (1) Use the main entrance, which is equipped with a ramp and door openers, followed by the lift in the far east corner of the ground floor. (2) Follow the outdoor ramp around the north side of the building to the ground floor entrance, which is equipped with a door opener, followed by three stairs from the hallway into the room, or (3) follow the outdoor ramp around the north side of the building to the back entrance, which is equipped with a door opener. This venue is equipped with assistive listening transmitters and devices, available upon request.

Need aids or accommodations? Email our administration team or give us a call at 617-730-2360 for more information.


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