Celebrate Thanksgiving in Harvard Square – 2022
American Repertory Theater Life of PiIt’s that time of year again — take advantage of A.R.T.’s annual Fee Free Spree! Starting Wednesday, November 23 through Cyber Monday, all ticketing fees […]
Harvard Square Philippine American Alliance expresses their gratitude for the First Filipino American Festival
Dear Denise: Greetings from Charlton! I would like to further express our gratitude for facilitating the Harvard Square Philippine American Alliance, Inc. (HSPAA)’s participation in the 43rd annual Oktoberfest and Honk! […]
The Charles Hotel is Hiring
Visit the open house on Tuesday, November 1st, 2022 10am – 4pm
9th Annual Winter Warmth Drive
Dear Friends; The weather is getting colder and it is time to launch the 9th annual Winter Warmth Drive. This Drive started after a conversation I had 9 years ago […]
HUECU HOSTS FEDERAL STUDENT LOAN WEBINAR WITH NATIONAL
STUDENT LOAN EXPERT BETSY MAYOTTE
Harvard University Employees Credit Union (HUECU) invited Mayotte to break down President Biden’sStudent Loan Relief Program and provide tips for borrowers.Cambridge, MA—October 14, 2022— After almost three years of the […]
Chalk on the Walk – Oktoberfest 2022
The Rotary Club of Cambridge unveils the winning chalk art photos from their annual “Chalk on the Walk” fundraising event held at Harvard Square’s Oktoberfest event on October 9th. The […]
Cambridge resident Charlotte R. Cramer Wagner has been appointed to President Biden’s Advisory Committee on the Arts.
Cambridge resident Charlotte R. Cramer Wagner has been appointed to President Biden’s Advisory Committee on the Arts. https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2022/09/16/president-biden-announces-key-appointments-to-the-presidents-advisory-committee-on-the-arts-2/ Charlotte’s bio is included below. Charlotte R. Cramer Wagner resides in Cambridge, Massachusetts, […]
Ukrainian Cultural Awareness Day in Harvard Square
Ukrainian Cultural Awareness DaySaturday, September 10th, 20223pm – 5pm Palmer Street in Harvard Square The Harvard Square Business Association, in partnership with the Harvard Ukrainian Student Society , warmly invite […]
2022 Summer Dine out Week in Harvard Square
August 7th – 20th Stop by and enjoy one of the following participating Harvard Square Restaurants. Bar Enza Sunday – Friday (not available on Saturdays)Italian $46/pp Bar Enza, 1 Bennett […]
Cambridge Community Foundation Sport Equity Grants
Photo by Cindy Weisbart. Funds for summer youth programs prioritizing equity & health. Today the Foundation launches CAMBRIDGE WINS, Sports Equity Grants—a summer pilot initiative aimed at empowering young athletes throughout the […]
A Public Memorial – the Harvard Square Community Lays Michael to Rest
In the early morning hours of November 19th, 2021, an unhoused gentleman, known to us only as Michael, was found unresponsive in front of Bank of America in Harvard Square. Sadly, […]
IMPORTANT MEETING OF ORDINANCE COMMITTEE – PROPERTY OWNERS, BUSINESS OWNERS AND RESIDENTS NEED TO KNOW!
Dear HSBA Members, Neighbors and Friends Please see the e-mail below from the Chamber of Commerce regarding an important meeting of Ordinance Committee of the City Council tomorrow at 5:30. Property […]
Department of Conservation and Recreation
Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Memorial Drive Phase 3 Public Meeting Thursday June 30th, 2022 @ 6pm – 7:30pm Register here: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_TtiSWD86SKGcpBZWliBlqg The primary purpose of the Memorial Drive Phase III Project is to provide […]
Summer Solstice Celebration 2022: Night at the Harvard Museums of Science & Culture
In-Person Special Event Tuesday, June 21, 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Summer Solstice Celebration 2022: Night at the Harvard Museums of Science & Culture 11 Divinity Avenue, Cambridge, MA After a long hiatus, […]
BRATTLE SQUARE FLORIST OPENS NEW LOCATIONAT 52 BRATTLE STREET TODAY
Cambridge, MA June 1, 2022 – Stephen Zedros, longtime manager at Brattle Square Florist, is pleased to announce the opening of Brattle Square Florist at its new location of 52 Brattle Street […]
Harvard University Employees Credit Union Job Fair
Expanded Free COVID-19 Testing & Mask Advisory
With COVID cases on the rise, the city of Cambridge has expanded Free testing and recommends wearing a mask indoors.
COVID-19 Shuttered Beat Brew Hall Slated to Re-Open May 2022 in
Harvard Square (Cambridge, MA)
“Beat Brew Hall,” which had become an institution of food, drink and entertainment in the heart of Harvard Square in Cambridge, MA has been closed for over two years due […]
Devastation soon to be unleashed on Massachusetts restaurant industry
The Harvard Square Business Association (HSBA), along with its long-time member, John Schall, owner of El Jefe’s Taqueria in Harvard Square, as well as the Cambridge Chamber of Commerce, Cambridge […]
On Brattle Street, a jazzy serenade from a bunch of Squares
By Daniel Gewertz https://www.bostonglobe.com/2021/05/10/lifestyle/brattle-street-jazzy-serenade-bunch-squares/
Harvard Square Commemorates Asian Americans and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
May 1st – 31st, 2021 The Harvard Square Business Association celebrates our Asian and Pacific Islander (AAPI) colleagues, neighbors and friends during AAPI Heritage Month. We honor their commitment to shaping […]
Vintage Glass Negatives & Photos on Display at Harvard Square Kiosk
The Harvard Square Business Association is pleased to announce that a vintage photo display has been installed at the Harvard Square Kiosk to compliment the work of Sean Moore and Nick Ghilardi. According […]
Congratulations to Long-Time HSBA Member Community Charter School of Cambridge for Ranking #38 in Top Public High Schools in MA
Community Charter School of Cambridge made the 2021 U.S. News and World Report‘s list of top 100 public high schools in Massachusetts! Check out more about their ranking here.
Show your support for our unhoused neighbors in Cambridge: Sign the Bathroom Bill of Rights
The Free to Flush campaign asserts that access to public bathrooms is a human right. The bathroom needs of our unhoused neighbors in Harvard Square are not being met, and […]
Honoring our COVID Heroes:
The City of Cambridge COVID Response Team and Pfizer KSQ. We couldn’t have made it through the last year+ without them!
Hasty Pudding Theatricals Names Viola Davis 2021 Woman of the Year
Producer and actor Viola Davis will be the Hasty Pudding Theatricals 2021 Woman of the Year, the organization announced Friday. Davis is known for her roles in films such as […]
Spring is blooming in Harvard Square!
The iconic Harvard Square Kiosk is overflowing with artwork, flowers, lights and love! The Harvard Square Kiosk has been a meeting place for visitors, residents and students since its installation. Originally built […]
Harvard Square Business Association Celebrates Women’s History Month
Harvard Square Business Association Celebrates Women’s History Month Across the US, the UK and Australia, the month of March is celebrated as Women’s History Month. Each year, the Harvard Square […]
Harvard Square’s – “Fridge in the Square”
To make a donation to “Fridge in the Square” click here. Harvard Square Business Association (HSBA) and its members, Y2Y, Trinity Property Management and The Sinclair (a division of AEG Worldwide) in partnership with Cambridge Community […]
Harvard Square: The Pandemic of 2020
A Remembrance and a Dedication As we approach the summer solstice and the 4th of July holiday, Harvard Square businesses are preparing to welcome the public back to the Square.They are […]