Considered a suburb of Boston, this cosmopolitan Town is far from what many consider a suburb. Brookline is a diverse community, from its international population to its many different neighborhoods and the variety of housing stock, offering a wide selection of life styles. COOLIDGE CORNER is a stop on the Beacon Street C-Line and is one of the more prominent and well-known neighborhoods in the town. The actual "Corner" is where Beacon Street crosses Harvard Street. The housing here is mostly condominium and apartment buildings, however, there are also numerous single and multi family houses as well. The town's two hotels are located here and is home to a few of the many Inns. The town has recently built a Senior Center to satisfy the needs of a large number of Brookline residents who want to keep their home in this fabulous location. The surrounding neighborhood residents consider themselves living in Coolidge Corner since these commercial district influences them all. Almost anything and everything can be found in this corner, from international restaurants to McDonald's, unique boutiques to name-brand stores and even a historic single-screen movie theatre. During the warmer months COOLIDGE CORNER hosts the Farmer's Market and around the Holiday Season it along with other commercial district welcomes First Light Festival activities. The Boston Marathon, the Walk for Hunger (one of many fundraising walks) passes through this landmark intersection. Young families, local student population, professional singles and couples, plus a large senior population choose to call this neighborhood home. (It is also the home of the BROOKLINE OFFICE OF COLDWELL BANKER). Though officially named where the crossing of two streets lie, this neighborhood stretches for blocks beyond the intersection. Some of its important sites include- THE ROSE GARDEN, at the crossing of St. Paul, Browne, Still, and Freeman Streets, is a true neighborhood park and recreational area. Named for its large collection of Town maintained rose bushes, this park welcomes its neighbors to the playground, baseball field, and park benches. Surrounded by a number of larger apartment and condominium buildings, multi-family houses, plus a sprinkling of single family houses, the neighbors enjoy a green oasis in an urban setting. THE DEVOTION SCHOOL is Coolidge Corner's neighborhood school with its large playground area to its sprawling playing fields. It also shares the grounds with, A Historic Landmark, the original schoolhouse, which is still open to visitors. The school hosts many local events and is the Meeting place for a number of community groups. COREY HILL PARK has some of the most spectacular views of Brookline and Boston. Nestled in a neighborhood of lovely homes and a few larger buildings, the park is a great place to view the 4th of July Boston Harbor fireworks display or enjoy a green spot with room to roam up away from the crowd. Take time for a visit and we are sure you will return. TEMPLE OHABEI SHALOM, Massachusetts first synagogue, is both a local and national historic district building. Its significant architectural details along with its puddingstone construction, makes this a landmark building on Beacon Street. JFK CROSSING, from Coolidge Corner, is North on Harvard Street less than a half a mile. Named for its proximity to the birthplace of President John F. Kennedy, this commercial district plus surrounding neighborhood, continues to be one of the most desirable areas in Brookline. The Kennedy Museum, the modest Colonial home located at 87 Beals Street, is now owned and operated by the National Park Service and welcomes visitors for a tour of the house, viewing of Kennedy memorabilia, and a video presentation of the life and times of John Kennedy. In recent times, JFK CROSSING, has also been named LITTLE ISRAEL, due to its large collection of Kosher Restaurants and food stores, Jewish Bookstores and gift stores, and other ethnic influences. These commercial points of interest are blended into an area offering many other local conveniences servicing the diverse community. JFK CROSSING and COOLIDGE CORNER is also annual host to a birthday celebration for Israel.