News from the Square
Stay current with what’s happening in Harvard Square. From member milestones and event announcements to community projects, awards, and press coverage of the neighborhood, this is where we share the news that matters to the Square. Want it delivered? Sign up for our newsletter at the bottom of the page.
Harvard Square mourns the loss of our friend, James Lappin.
James Lappin passed away yesterday after suffering two major heart attacks last Friday. His “family” is pictured here around a memorial
ARROW STREET ARTS BEGINS REGULAR OPERATIONS APRIL 1
INITIAL PROGRAMMING LINEUP FEATURES PERFORMANCES BY BOSTON OPERA COLLABORATIVE,LONGY SCHOOL OF MUSIC, MOONBOX PRODUCTIONS,AND SEVERAL DANCE COMPANIES Arrow Street Arts’
A new and uplifting partnership for Harvard Square’s Fridge in the Square
The Harvard Square Business Association (HSBA) is pleased to announce the return of “Fridge in the Square”, a community led
ANNETTE BENING IS WOY!
Dear Patrons and Alumni, Finally, the moment you’ve all been waiting for… The Hasty Pudding Theatricals is thrilled to announce
Important Information regarding Redline Closure
We received the flyer and statement below from Brooke McKenna, City of Cambridge Commissioner, Traffic Parking & Transportation. Brooke states,
Sad News – Rachael Solem
The Harvard Square Business Association is devastated to announce the passing of our dear colleague and friend, Rachael Solem. The
Cambridge City Council Elects E. Denise Simmons as Mayor
E. Denise Simmons, a longtime Chamber member and small business owner was elected on Monday, January 1st, for a third
Fernald named director of Harvard Museums of Science and Culture
Caroline Jean Fernald has been named executive director of Harvard Museums of Science and Culture, Hopi Hoekstra, Edgerley Family Dean
National Association of Women Artists
Artist of the Week National Association of Women Artists Artist of the Week NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF WOMEN ARTISTS Dear NAWA
This opinion piece from State Senator Brownsberger is in regards to the cost associated with getting to net zero.
The Harvard Square Business Association and many of its members have espoused similar opinions over the past few years.
Club Passim Announces Lineup for 21st Annual Boston Celtic Music Festival Set to Take Place January 11-14, 2024 across venues in Cambridge and Somerville, MA
Le Vent du Nord to perform at Nightcap Finale (Cambridge, MA) The 21st annual Boston Celtic Music Festival (BCMFest) returns to
Obama, Bezos, and Mr. Wonderful: Inside the Hash House of Harvard’s Elite
Henrietta’s Table might not look like a three-star restaurant—but its clientele would have you guessing otherwise. “There’s no telling who
White Lights 2023
Harvard Square is glowing with holiday spirit. As the days grow shorter, the sights and sounds of winter fill the
The Third Painted Burro Restaurant Opens Its Doors in Historic Harvard Square
WHO:The Painted Burro Harvard Square is celebrating its GRAND OPENING after openingits doors last week! WHAT:Located in the heart of
Harvard Square Mourns the Loss of Hillel Stavis
Hillel Stavis, former proprietor of now legendary WordsWorth Books of Harvard Square in Cambridge, Mass., died suddenly Friday October 20,
10th Annual Winter Warmth Drive
Dear friends, For the past 9 years, I have worked with First Parish Cambridge Unitarian Universalist, Harvard Square Business Association,
Sad News – Sheldon Cohen
It is with profound sadness that we share that Sheldon Cohen, founder of Out of Town News, philanthropist and beloved