Hubway to Continue Year-Round Operations in Cambridge
Cambridge-based Hubway Bike Share Stations Will Remain Available through the Winter
Harvard Square Construction Update
The Cambridge Department of Public Works would like to provide an update on two projects in Harvard Square.
Harvard Square Business Association Announces the 2014 Calendar of Events!
Cambridge Common/Flagstaff Park Improvements
As part of the rehabilitation of the Cambridge Common and Flagstaff Park, MassDOT’s contractor, Newport Construction will mobilize on Massachusetts Ave near the intersection of Garden St on Thursday, June 12.
Boston Globe says, “Salt & Olive feels like an immaculately stocked pantry”
Congratulations to our newest HSBA member, Mary Taylor-Owner of Salt & Olive for the tremendous article and review in the Boston Globe! “Mary Dean Taylor, a former shoe executive, […]
Helping homeless help themselves Advocate believes personal approach is key to success
Showly Nicholson, who is working to find housing for the homeless, stands in Harvard Square in Cambridge. Nicholson volunteered at a homeless shelter as a freshman at Harvard College but felt he wasn’t making much of a difference. Now he is helping the homeless by getting them back on their feet.
Important Reminders & Information for Sunday’s 36th Annual Oktoberfest
To capture the pageantry of this year’s Oktoberfest activities, the Harvard Square Business Association will utilize aerial photography for the first time in the festival’s 36 years.
Harvard Summer School Opening Weekend, June 21 and 22
On Opening Weekend, the Harvard Summer School welcomes over 3,000 students from all over the world to the Harvard campus. Two thousand of these students will be moving into Harvard dorms and houses on Saturday and Sunday, with the remaining commuting students checking-in on both this weekend and into the following week to finalize registration.
Download the Ping4alerts! app to stay informed of Harvard Square alerts and messages!
We are pleased to announce that we are now working with HSBA member Ping4 Inc. to keep you informed of Harvard Square alerts and important messages. As you know, from time-to-time, the HSBA sends out alerts to members & friends, especially around street closures, construction projects, and other pertinent news.
Artist Submissions available for The 7th Annual Make Music / Fete de la Musique !
The Harvard Square Business Association is gearing up to celebrate the summer solstice with the 7th Annual Make Music Harvard Square / Fête de la Musique. On […]
Harvard Square Celebrates Mother’s Day
Join us in Harvard Square for Mother’s Day Brunch, Lunch, or Dinner! Bountiful brunches, delectable dinners and mouth-watering desserts await you and mom. Harvard Square’s assortments of diverse stores have countless options to make the day extra special. Selections include chocolate, wine, concerts, tours of Harvard Square, and some of the best shopping around!
Harvard Art Museums’ Renovated and Expanded Facility to Open November 16, 2014
New home will provide greater access to the collections, among the nation’s largest and most renowned, for students, faculty, scholars, and the public
TEDDY BEARS ON DISPLAY PARTY WITH SANTA, CAROLING & TREATS
The Harvard Square Business Association (HSBA), in partnership with the Salvation Army, invites you to celebrate the season with a festive holiday party featuring teddy bears decked out in their […]
FREE WI-FI IN HARVARD SQUARE
The Executive Director of the HSBA, Denise Jillson attributes her inspiration for this project to Cambridge City Councillor Henrietta Davis, Chair of the Cable TV, Telecommunications and Public Utilities, who […]
Make Music Harvard Square Artist Applications Available Now
The Harvard Square Business Association is pleased to announce that the 6th edition of Make Music / Harvard Square will take place on Saturday, June 22nd, 2013
Harvard Square Businesses Use Leaf to Collect More than Spare Change for the Homeless
Harvard Square Business Association Launches Campaign to Collect In-Store Donations on the Leaf Payments Tablet at its 103rd Annual Meeting
Harvard Square has invigorated its free outside Wi-Fi access
Harvard Square, the place for BYOD networking technology, has invigorated its free, outside Wi-Fi access.
Celebrate the 85th Annual Academy Awards in Harvard Square
The Harvard Square Business welcomes you to Harvard Square to celebrate the 85th Annual Oscar Telecast. Join us for an evening of suspense, haute couture, stargazing, glamour, cocktails, special menus and all things Hollywood! Planning your own party? Harvard Square eateries have all the treats to make your bash sparkle.
The Hasty Pudding Theatricals Announces Marion Cotillard as 2013 Woman of the Year
The Hasty Pudding Theatricals is proud to honor internationally-renowned actress and Academy Award Winner Marion Cotillard as our 2013 Woman of the Year!
Harvard Square Community Blood Drive on February 4th
Give Blood in February and Have Lunch on Cumberland Farms.
The Harvard Square Business Association, 2013 Calendar of Events
The Harvard Square Business Association is pleased to announce its 2013 Calendar of Events.
White lights, colored lights, evergreen swags and classic red velvet bows!
Harvard Square is aglow with holiday spirit. As the days grow shorter, the sights and sounds of early winter fill the streets. The Square radiates warmth and welcoming light and will continue to do so throughout the entire winter season. Our display this year, (white lights, colored lights, evergreen swags and classic red velvet bows) brightens our days, warms our nights and is made possible through the generosity of many Harvard Square Business Association members.
Everyone Loves Latkes
The Harvard Square Business Association celebrated Hanukkah by serving free Latkes on Saturday, December 8th at our 7th annual “Everyone Loves Latkes” Party!
Berk Shoes Holiday Party Friday
We at Berk Shoes are opening our doors to the public Friday December 21st From 9pm-11pm for our first ever Holiday Party. All guests recieve a gift bag that, among other treats, features a 20% off coupon to be redeemed on any non-sale items the following day.
WZLX 100.7FM Blood Drive at the Charles Hotel
Please note that the American Red Cross has an urgent need for O Negative and B Negative blood donations.
Harvard Square Launched Creating Art to End Homelessness
The Outside In Project launched its national campaign to help end homelessness with its first action in Harvard Square on Saturday, December 15th by completely altering the Palmer Street facade of 8 Brattle Street with thought provoking posters. The art installation and community action will took place between 12:00 noon and 4:00 p.m. and a public reception was held on the corner of Palmer and Brattle Streets at 3:00 p.m.
Yulefest 5k Returns to Harvard Square
Join us 12/2/12 for a 5K race that takes the holidays back to their old school roots!
Larz Anderson Bridge Construction Updates
The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) is undertaking a major project to rehabilitate and restore the historic Anderson Memorial Bridge, a key Charles River crossing.
Cambridge Firefighters Join With Marines in Annual “Toys-For-Tots” Drive
Cambridge Firefighters will once again partner with the United States Marine Corps Reserve in collecting toys in the annual “Toys-for-Tots” drive. Now in its’ 64th year, the program was started in Los Angeles, CA when a handful of Marine Reservists distributed 5,000 toys to needy children on Christmas Eve 1947.
Celebrate Fall with the L.L.Bean Bootmobile
On Sun., October 21 those who are out and about in Harvard Square will have a chance to see the L.L.Bean Bootmobile – a larger-than-life sized vehicle in the form of the famous L.L.Bean Boot.