Brookline was settled in 1638 as an agricultural community of Boston. It was incorporated as a separate town in 1705. Today Brookline is one of ’ largest towns. It’s bordered by Brighton, Allston, Fenway–Kenmore, Mission Hill, Jamaica Plain, West Roxbury, and Newton.  President John F. Kennedy was born and lived in Brookline during his childhood. Brookline’s official website is www.brooklinema.gov