Celebrate 30th Anniversary of National Public Health Week in Brookline
The Brookline Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) will celebrate the 30th anniversary of National Public Health Week, April 7 to 11.
This year’s theme, “It Starts Here,” connects with a two-year Community Health Assessment and Community Health Improvement Plan. The DPHHS invites community members to participate in the following activities taking place that week:
Monday, April 7
National Public Health Week kicks off with a Public Health Carnival hosted by the staff of Brookline DPHHS at Brookline High School, 22 Tappan St., from 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. The event includes a scavenger hunt, which could result in a free ice cream from Trombetta’s, and entry into a raffle upon completion. Raffle prizes include a 16-visit pass to the pool or a round of golf for four players from the Brookline Recreation Department.
Tuesday, April 8
Take a guided walk along the Muddy River at noon with the Friends of Brookline Public Health. The walk will highlight Brookline’s wildlife, conservation efforts, and the historic impact of Frederick Law Olmstead on the landscape. Meet at the outdoor patio behind Punch Bowl, 700 Brookline Ave. Register online.
Wednesday, April 9
The Friends of Brookline Public Health invite the public to its annual meeting on Wednesday, April 9, at Brookline High School, 22 Tappan St., from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Several individuals and organizations will receive awards during the event, and a community conversation about Brookline’s Community Health Improvement Plan will be presented.
Thursday, April 10
The department will offer a special free screening of “Inside Out 2” at Coolidge Corner Theatre, Moviehouse 6, 290 Harvard St., at 6 p.m. The film discusses how emotions shape thoughts and actions and allow people to better understand and express feelings through the eyes of a child. After the movie, learn movement and breathing techniques to help children manage stress and anxiety. Seating is limited; reserve your seat today.
Friday, April 11
Learn hands-only CPR and basic life-saving skills from 10 a.m. to noon with public health nurse Kat Troisi-Bossi. This training exercise takes less than 10 minutes but will prepare anyone to respond in an emergency. The Heart Beat project will be set up at the Brookline Village Library, 361 Washington St.