Events in the Square
Events
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What if a simple handwritten note could change someone’s day—or even their life? This April, Lovepop invites the community to experience exactly that with the launch of the Harvard Square […] 
Roberts Gallery: Fine Art Raizes Gallery: Game Design Exhibition Dates: April 23 – May 3 Reception: April 30, 5–7 PM
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ABOUT THE ARTIST Boston-based vocalist blending R&B, neo-soul, pop, funk & jazz. With performances across the U.S. and residencies throughout Greater Boston, she creates intimate, soulful vibes inspired by Erykah […]
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About the artist The hIVe is a powerhouse collective born from Boston’s thriving soul and funk scene, led by keyboardist Amy Bellamy and bassist Aaron Bellamy. Known for their fearless […]
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ABOUT THE ARTIST Lookie Lookie is an eight piece Latin Bugalú band featuring members of the Either/Orchestra, Bim Skala Bim and Rais de Plena. Latin Bugalú is 1960's New York […]
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DRAG BRUNCH IS TAKING OVER LOU’S IN CAMBRIDGE! Ages: 21+ | Seating: 11:00AM | Show Begins: 12:00PM Cambridge…this one is for the ICONS. On May 17, Lou’s Brunch becomes a […]
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ABOUT DEBO RAY Grammy-nominated recording artist/vocalist extraordinaire Debo Ray has performed on some of the world’s biggest stages: Newport and Monterey Jazz, Carnegie Hall, The Hollywood Bowl and more. Her […]
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ABOUT THE ARTIST New England’s own Melo Green is a musical chameleon whose debut album Laminar Flow has garnered attention for its fluid mix of psychedelic soul and introspective lyricism. […]
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about the artist Pressure Cooker is a Boston-based reggae, ska, and rocksteady band founded in 1997. Inspired by 1960’s & 70’s Jamaican music, the group crafts original songs with infectious […] 
An intimate, collaborative documentary told through the dual perspectives of Adam, a transgender teen, and his mother, visual artist Amy Jenkins, that offers an authentic and tender counterpoint to the […]
$14 – $16
Harvard Book Store, the Harvard University Division of Science, and the Harvard Library welcome Chanda Prescod-Weinstein—prize-winning author of The Disordered Cosmos, and an associate professor of physics and astronomy and core faculty in […]
Free – $34
Delivering heartfelt songs, free-spirited rhythms and magnetic onstage chemistry, Minor Gold bring something both familiar and refreshingly new to the Americana/folk world. Since forming in 2022, Parsons and McNeil have […]
$28 – $30
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8 events,
Filmed over ten years, ONE IN A MILLION follows Israa from childhood to adulthood on an extraordinary journey from Syria to Germany—and back again. We first meet her at age […]
$14 – $16
The musical partnership between consummate performer Alasdair Fraser, “the Michael Jordan of Scottish fiddling”, and brilliant Californian cellist Natalie Haas spans the full spectrum between intimate chamber music and ecstatic […]
Free
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John Allen aka Johnny Stevens spent his first chapter of his life in Dorchester. Second chapter was spent climbing the mountains of the Boston music and nightlife scenes in the […] 
Jerrod Carmichael is an Emmy-winning comedian from Winston-Salem, NC. His most recent special, Don’t Be Gay, can be streamed on HBO Max. Previous specials include Rothaniel, and he currently stars […]
$33.95
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9 events,
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List of musicians: Chase Morrin - Piano Naseem Alatrash - Cello George Lernis - Percussion/Hybrid Kit Gregory Groover Jr. - Tenor Sax Experience the boundary-breaking sounds of the Ize Trio […]
$30 – $42
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Celtic coins present a remarkable world of varied, often fantastic images. The earliest coinages were generally close copies of Hellenistic coins from the Mediterranean world, but gradually they developed a […] 
The Sea Hag Restaurant & Bar and The Barrett Anderson Band are excited to announce a new weekly series, Blues & Roots Wednesdays, bringing live music back home to historic Harvard […] 
Please join us for a poetry reading by Julie Choffel, Trace Peterson and Elizabeth Marie Young with an introduction by John Mulrooney. ** This event will take place synchronously in-store […]
$5 – $10
Luke Bulla has been singing and playing music most of his life. Touring with and singing in his family band from age four, Luke took up the fiddle at seven. […]
$30 – $35
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Patchwork is a Boston-based dj, who stitches together dubby, cosmic and jazzy sounds on vinyl from different genres, orbiting around disco. As part of the Spin the Bottle crew, she […] 
Harvard Book Store welcomes Evan Wang—9th National Youth Poet Laureate of the United States and the first male and Chinese individual to hold this title—for a discussion of his poetry collection, Slow […]
Free
Jerrod Carmichael is an Emmy-winning comedian from Winston-Salem, NC. His most recent special, Don’t Be Gay, can be streamed on HBO Max. Previous specials include Rothaniel, and he currently stars […]
$33.95
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They’re back in town! Join us for a spring bird walk searching for both migrant and breeding birds. Bring your binoculars and field guide. All skill levels welcome. Registration Required. […]
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Know Before You Go How to join: Drop in. Fee: This is a free event. Where to go: Adolphus Busch Hall, 29 Kirkland Street, Cambridge Accessibility accommodations: Email am_register@harvard.edu at least 48 hours in advance, including […]
Free
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This event does not require registration; see further details below. Our galleries are full of stories—this series of talks gives visitors a chance to hear the best ones! The talks […]
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Join us for an evening of art, fun, food, and more! This event is free and open to everyone. Gather with friends and mingle inside our Italian-inspired courtyard while taking […]
Free
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Join us for an evening of art, fun, food, and more! This event is free and open to everyone. Gather with friends and mingle inside our Italian-inspired courtyard while taking […]
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Free In-Person Event Join us for a free night at the Harvard Museums of Science & Culture. Come for a night of fun and after-hours activities in the galleries. Visit […] 
Twenty-five years after Alejandro Jodorowsky’s El Topo and The Holy Mountain unlocked our collective third eye, the legendary provocateur made his 1980s comeback with this staggering odyssey of ecstasy, anguish, belief, blasphemy, beauty, and […]
Free
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ABOUT THE ARTIST High flyin experimental dub featuring members of John Brown's Body, Morphine and a host of other Boston royalty. Dinner Performance Space Dining Guests seated in the Performance […] 
Internationally-acclaimed guitar virtuoso Trace Bundy must be seen, not just heard. His music is poetry in motion, using harmonics, looping, multiple capos, and his unique banter and stage presence to […]
$33 – $35
Harvard Book Store welcomes Mark Oppenheimer—journalist, historian, and acclaimed author of five books, including Squirrel Hill and The Newish Jewish Encyclopedia—for a discussion of his new biography, Judy Blume: A Life. He will be joined in […]
Free
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14 events,
Looking for a change of scenery to help you power through finals? Join us for a study session in the peaceful, distraction-free environment of the museums’ Naumburg Room. We’ll have […] 
Cambridge - Somerville Black Business Network Shop from Black-Owned small businesses at our local pop-up marketplace in Harvard Square May 1-3, 2026 12-7 Friday 11am-7pm Saturday 12-6pm Sunday One Brattle […] 
New 4K Restoration! This film documents the coal miners’ strike against the Brookside Mine of the Eastover Mining Company in Harlan County, Kentucky in June, 1973. Eastover’s refusal to sign […] 
From 5-9pm on Fridays, come take a seat and order a flight of three wines (2-oz pours) for $19, which comes with a snack. You can add on additional 2-oz […] 
Praised by JazzTimes Magazine as “one of the most compelling vocalists on the West Coast,” Judy Wexler returns to Scullers for an evening showcasing striking arrangements from her seven Billboard and JazzWeek charting albums. Known for a repertoire […]
$42.45 – $59.25
Harvard Book Store welcomes Jennifer Acker—acclaimed author of The Limits of the World, and founder and editor in chief of The Common—for a discussion of her new novel, Surrender. She will be joined in conversation by Teju […] 
KENNY WHITE comes to the world of the touring singer-songwriter following a long and successful musical journey. An accomplished pianist, who also performs on guitar, Kenny has now become more […]
$28 – $30
Harvard Book Store, the Harvard University Division of Science, and the Harvard Library welcome Steve Brusatte—Professor of Palaeontology and Evolution at the University of Edinburgh in Scotland, paleontology consultant for the […]
Free – $37.19
18+ w/ 2-Item Suggested Minimum. Please Arrive Early to Guarantee Seating. Get ready for a night of laughs at Comedy Gold, where some of the best comedic talent around Boston and […]
$29.95
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9 events,
Cambridge - Somerville Black Business Network Shop from Black-Owned small businesses at our local pop-up marketplace in Harvard Square May 1-3, 2026 12-7 Friday 11am-7pm Saturday 12-6pm Sunday One Brattle […] 
A feast of songs and motets by the most famous poet and composer of the 14th century. Experience a broad range of Machaut’s captivating secular music—by far the largest part […]
$11.50 – $95.50
Jazz, blues, swing, and a whole lot of sass. Little Miss and the Boom bring a show that’s stylish, playful, and impossible to forget. Little Miss and the Boom bring Scullers […]
$42.45 – $59.25
Harvard Book Store welcomes Mary Helen Washington—prize-winning author and Distinguished University Professor in the English Department at the University of Maryland, College Park—for a discussion of her new book, Paule Marshall: A […] 
BT ALC Big Band, led by trombonist Brian Thomas and trumpeter Alex Lee-Clark, has reshaped the depiction of the big band ensemble. By employing the traditional instrumentation reminiscent of Duke […]
$30 – $42
18+ w/ 2-Item Suggested Minimum. Please Arrive Early to Guarantee Seating. Get ready for a night of laughs at Comedy Gold, where some of the best comedic talent around Boston […]
$29.95
18+ w/ 2-Item Suggested Minimum. Hosted at the iconic Comedy Studio by local favorite, Kedar Kelkar, Red-Eye is your go-to late-night stand-up comedy show, produced by Comedy Harbor, known for […]
$23.95
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8 events,
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Communion Service at 9:00 in person Choir Rehearsal at 9:30 a.m. in the basement (Allium Room) Children and Youth Sunday School at 10:00 a.m. Adult Forum at 10:00 a.m. Zoom: https://zoom.us/j/94407800555 and in-person. See bulletin […]
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We spend much of our lives grasping at the world, reaching for things we believe will fulfill us and make us happy. A few years back, I broke both arms […]
Cambridge - Somerville Black Business Network Shop from Black-Owned small businesses at our local pop-up marketplace in Harvard Square May 1-3, 2026 12-7 Friday 11am-7pm Saturday 12-6pm Sunday One Brattle […]
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ABOUT THE ARTIST Seba Molnar is an award-winning saxophonist, composer, and educator based in Boston, Massachusetts. Known for his dynamic performances, Molnar has shared stages with Grammy-winning artists like Ghost-Note, […] 
Tracing journeys from swamps and maroon societies to northern and midwestern cities like Detroit, this program explores the Great Migration and the enduring resilience of Black communities seeking freedom, life, […] 
18+ w/ 2-Item Suggested Minimum. Please Arrive Early to Guarantee Seating. The Comedy Studio is renowned for it’s classic showcases and launching talent to the national stage. And now, The […]
$23.95
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2 events,
Harvard Book Store and the Cambridge Public Library welcome Gaelynn Lea—folk musician, Broadway composer, and disability advocate—for a discussion of her new memoir, It Wasn't Meant to Be Perfect. She will be joined […]
Free – $31.88
Harvard Book Store welcomes Juliet Faithfull—Spanish-British-American writer and trilingual psychotherapist, whose short stories have been published in the Bellevue Literary Review and Urbanus Magazine—for a discussion of her acclaimed debut novel, Liar's Dice. She will be […] |
5 events,
Looking for a change of scenery to help you power through finals? Join us for a study session in the peaceful, distraction-free environment of the museums’ Naumburg Room. We’ll have […] 
Harvard Book Store welcomes Laura Zigman—acclaimed author of Small World, Separation Anxiety, and Animal Husbandry—for a discussion of her highly anticipated new novel, The Author Weekend. She will be joined in conversation by Alice Hoffman—bestselling author […] 
Note: This event starts at 6pm. Harvard Book Store welcomes Laura Zigman—acclaimed author of Small World, Separation Anxiety, and Animal Husbandry—for a discussion of her highly anticipated new novel, The Author Weekend. She will be […] 
18+ w/ 2-Item Suggested Minimum. Free Show. No Ticket Needed. The Globe described the night as “Comedy Hell” when we were upstairs in Somerville’s Union Square. Now we’re two floors […]
Free
Joe Pernice is a songwriter celebrated for his rare ability to pair luminous melodies with quietly devastating emotional depth. Over the course of a career spanning more than three decades, […]
$40
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8 events,
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Time & Location May 06, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM Concert Room, 25 Lowell St, Cambridge, MA 02138, USA Event Details NSM is excited to offer Memory Café Sing-Alongs, […]
The Sea Hag Restaurant & Bar and The Barrett Anderson Band are excited to announce a new weekly series, Blues & Roots Wednesdays, bringing live music back home to historic Harvard […]
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On the hunt for hidden treasure, two former best friends turned adversaries must put the past behind them if they hope to make it home. Join us in celebrating the […]
$39.19
Please join us for a poetry reading by Richard Fein and Rosanna Warren with an introduction by George Kalogeris. ** This event will take place synchronously in-store at 6 Plympton […]
$5 – $10
Harvard Book Store welcomes Morgan Radford—co-anchor for NBC News Daily and Harvard University alumna—for a discussion of her debut novel, Now Then. She will be joined in conversation by Andrew Manuel Crespo—Morris Wasserstein Public Interest Professor […] 
Harvard Book Store welcomes Morgan Radford—co-anchor for NBC News Daily and Harvard University alumna—for a discussion of her debut novel, Now Then. She will be joined in conversation by Andrew Manuel Crespo—Morris Wasserstein Public Interest Professor […] 
EARFULL is a performance series featuring writers and musicians doing their respective things in an intimate setting. WRITERS read from their new books, or about-to-be books, or right from their […]
$30 – $35
Joe Pernice is a songwriter celebrated for his rare ability to pair luminous melodies with quietly devastating emotional depth. Over the course of a career spanning more than three decades, […]
$40
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Now in its 5th year, Boston New Works Festival brings LOCAL artists together to celebrate LOCAL playwrights and LOCAL performers. This year’s Boston New Works Festival will be a weekend […]
$5 – $25
Thursday - Sunday, 10am-7pm each day 224 Western Ave, Allston, MA 02134 The Ceramics Program, Office for the Arts at Harvard presents its annual Spring Show and Sale, May 7-10, […]
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ABOUT THE ARTIST Loren Benn and friends bring a sultry but powerful R&B & Soul atmosphere to any stage. Dinner Performance Space Dining Seatings 6:00 PM & 6:30 PM | […]
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ABOUT THE ARTIST The Attractors are a Boston-based, groove-oriented reggae-jazz crush factory comprised of some of the best reggae/ska musicians in the world. Our current lineup includes current and former […]
Looking for a change of scenery to help you power through finals? Join us for a study session in the peaceful, distraction-free environment of the museums’ Naumburg Room. We’ll have […]
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Learn about new collections-based research in short talks presented by current Harvard Art Museums Fellows. Showcasing original scholarship, the talks will explore a diverse array of projects that these emerging museum professionals have […]
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Bordeaux - Red - Expensive. No!!! Join Jo-Ann Ross and Tim Powers, Accredited Bordeaux Educators, as they serve a diverse sampling of sparkling wines, delicious whites (crafted from Sauvignon Blanc […]
$85
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Boogie down to Lovestruck Books as we welcome author Christian John Wikane for a celebration of the ’70s disco scene! A Night at the Disco is a tribute to groundbreaking […]
$60.54
Please join us for a poetry reading by Jack Saebyok Jung and Cindy Juyoung Ok. ** This event will take place synchronously in-store at 6 Plympton Street and on Zoom […]
$5 – $10
The East Coast doesn't just produce great seafood—it produces great wine, too. In this class we'll take one lobster roll and pair it with four different East coast wines. This […]
$85
Sloan Wainwright is a songwriter, singer, performer, teacher, mentor and collaborator. A unique hybrid of pop, folk, jazz and blues, Wainwright’s music is unified by her melodious tone and rich, […]
$28 – $30
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ABOUT THE ARTIST Elise Roth is an American-born, London based vintage jazz vocalist specialising in tunes from the 20s, 30s, and 40s. Her musical influences include Ivie Anderson, Annette Hanshaw, and […] |
18 events,
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ABOUT DEBO RAY Grammy-nominated recording artist/vocalist extraordinaire Debo Ray has performed on some of the world’s biggest stages: Newport and Monterey Jazz, Carnegie Hall, The Hollywood Bowl and more. Her […]
From 5-9pm on Fridays, come take a seat and order a flight of three wines (2-oz pours) for $19, which comes with a snack. You can add on additional 2-oz […]
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The region of Provence has been at the forefront of a rosé renaissance, and their crisp, dry, and fruity styles have become a hit for the summer months, and beyond! […]
$85
Meet Eric Darius With his iconic, signature jump and crowd captivating energy throughout his world-renowned live performances, Billboard chart-topping, American saxophonist, songwriter, producer, educator and performer, Eric Darius, is breaking […]
$42.45 – $70.45
Over the last three decades, singer, songwriter, guitarist and producer Gary Louris has built a deeply compelling body of music whose artistry and integrity has won the loyalty of an […]
$38 – $40
Harvard Book Store welcomes Elizabeth Preston—award-winning science journalist, who contributes regularly to The New York Times and The Boston Globe, and has written for publications including Science and National Geographic—for a discussion of her new book, The Creatures' Guide to […] 
Well-Behaved Women is a contemporary song cycle by Carmel Dean. It is a celebration of many historic women who fought to have their voices heard and bravely made their mark on […]
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ABOUT THE ARTIST In Greater Boston, where live reggae can be hard to come by, The Attractors are a breath of fresh air. By combining the deep grooves of classic […] 
Mike Stern, guitar Dennis Chambers, drums Gary Grainger, bass Bob Franceschini, sax Leni Stern, guitar
$35.97 – $47.61
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How to join: Check in at the Visitor Services desk in the Calderwood Courtyard. Fee: This is a free event. Age restrictions: Ages 3 to 7. Caregivers must be present with their children. […]
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The Attic Cambridge, in proud partnership with the Harvard Square Business Association, is thrilled to announce a vibrant Vintage Block Party on Saturday, May 9, from 12:00 PM to 5:00 […]
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ABOUT THE ARTIST The Felix Sartori band is a funky, psychedelic take on bluegrass, lead by bassist Felix Sartori. The band is a supergroup comprising the finest local bluegrass legends […]
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Join the Rosé and Watercolor Class, where Erika Frey will present a curated selection of rosé wines for you to taste and enjoy. Artist Heidy Sumei Chuang, will share about watercolor’s […]
$150
Kipling Drozek is twelve years old. His favorite things are video games, “Weird Al” Yankovic, Pokémon, LEGO Mario, and food. His least favorite things? Long walks, school, and consequences. Kip […]
$18 – $20
The world used to be different. Long ago, a band of roving Santas brought joy every winter, but ever since evil Santa Gerold Goblynch hijacked the skies, the holidays have […]
$5 – $25
In Crime Fiction, both the audience and crime reporter Maddie are challenged to figure out what is real, what is manipulation and what is a half truth as Maddie’s mystery […]
$5 – $25
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ARTIST IN RESIDENCE Seatings at 6:00 PM & 6:30PM & 8:30PM Set 1 6:45 PM - 8:00 PM | Set 2 8:30 PM - 10:00PM Guests seated in the Performance […]
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From crisp and citrusy to rich and creamy, white wines are anything but simple. In this fun, approachable class, we’ll explore the many styles of white wine—from classic Sauvignon Blanc […]
$85
Lyle Brewer is a guitarist and songwriter from Massachusetts. He has released several instrumental guitar records and has performed all over the country with such artists as Neighbor, Ryan Montbleau […]
$28 – $30
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Join us for some FREE yoga with local instructor Lucie Kasova. Grab your friends and a yoga mat and meet us at Patagonia Cambridge for a free yoga session catered to welcoming […]
Free
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Unitarian Universalists believe that any religion worth its salt ought to make a difference in the world. But in these times of upheaval, when so much that we value in […]
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ABOUT THE ARTIST When’s the last time you sidled up to the bell of a tuba and let its warm, rich, funky sound envelope you as it filled the room? […]
In Crime Fiction, both the audience and crime reporter Maddie are challenged to figure out what is real, what is manipulation and what is a half truth as Maddie’s mystery […]
$5 – $25
The world used to be different. Long ago, a band of roving Santas brought joy every winter, but ever since evil Santa Gerold Goblynch hijacked the skies, the holidays have […]
$5 – $25
18+ w/ 2-Item Suggested Minimum. Please Arrive Early to Guarantee Seating. The Comedy Studio is renowned for it’s classic showcases and launching talent to the national stage. And now, The […]
$23.95
Boston’s Porch Party Mamas are proof that great songs, and great friendships, make great bands. Their concerts are equal parts musical craftsmanship and joyous camaraderie: three voices weaving tight harmonies, […]
$33 – $35
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6 events,
Director: Emile Ardolino Run Time: 100 min. Format: 35mm Film Release Year: 1987 Starring: Cynthia Rhodes, Jennifer Grey, Jerry Orbach, Neal Jones, Patrick Swayze gather here presents Pics and Crafts Expecting the usual tedium that accompanies a summer […]
$13
Harvard Book Store welcomes Liv Mae Morris—2022 Lambda Literary Fellow, 2024 recipient of the Binc Foundation’s Susan Kamil Prize for Emerging Writers, and bookseller at Harvard Book Store—for a discussion of […] 
Harvard Book Store welcomes Liv Mae Morris—2022 Lambda Literary Fellow, 2024 recipient of the Binc Foundation’s Susan Kamil Prize for Emerging Writers, and bookseller at Harvard Book Store—for a discussion of […] 
18+ w/ 2-Item Suggested Minimum. This Show Will Be In French. One of France's most beloved stand-up comedians, Vérino has built his career on an irresistible blend of sharp observation, […]
$63.95
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Can a machine love you? Can you love it back? And if millions of people already believe the answer is yes, does the distinction still matter? AI companion platforms […] 
Harvard Book Store welcomes Kimberlé Williams Crenshaw—Distinguished Professor of Law at the University of California, Los Angeles, the Isidor and Seville Sulzbacher Professor of Law at Columbia Law School, and the […]
$12 – $40
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An ambitious surgeon recruits a star soccer player as her date to a lavish wedding to make her ex jealous but love might intervene. Add hereTo make her ex jealous, […]
$7.18 – $47.73
Harvard Book Store welcomes Dylan Gottlieb—Assistant Professor of History at Bentley University and cohost of Who Makes Cents: A History of Capitalism Podcast—for a discussion of his new book, Yuppies: The Bankers, Lawyers, […] 
Singer-Songwriter Rose Cousins is enlisting a bevy of talented friends to honor a man who has helped cement Passim’s legacy as a pre-eminent folk music listening room.
$59 – $60
18+ w/ 2-Item Suggested Minimum. Doors & List at 6pm. Free Show. No Ticket Needed. The Globe described the night as “Comedy Hell” when we were upstairs in Somerville’s Union […]
Free
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Tuesday, May 12, 7:00 to 8:30 pm, First Parish in Cambridge Meeting House, 1146 Mass. Avenue Massachusetts and Cambridge both have plans to dramatically reduce greenhouse gas emissions - with […]
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Massachusetts and Cambridge both have plans to dramatically reduce greenhouse gas emissions - with a goal of 50% reduction (from a 1990 baseline) for 2030 and net zero emissions by […] |
12 events,
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Please join us for a poetry reading by Michael Todd Steffen, Julia Thacker and Leslie Williams with an introduction by Kevin Gallagher. ** This event will take place synchronously in-store […]
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Brandon Sanders-drums Warren Wof -vibes Gregory Groover, Jr.-sax Briana Swan-vocals "When drummer Brandon Sanders walked onto the main stage at Dizzy’s Club in November for the release of his third […]
$42 – $60
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In the sixth century, a monk named Bodhidharma traveled through central Asia to China and established the Chan sect of Buddhism, a new Mahayana school centered on meditation and the […]
The Sea Hag Restaurant & Bar and The Barrett Anderson Band are excited to announce a new weekly series, Blues & Roots Wednesdays, bringing live music back home to historic Harvard […] 
Harvard Book Store welcomes Isaac Fitzgerald—New York Times bestselling author of Dirtbag, Massachusetts, winner of the New England Book Award—for a discussion of his highly anticipated new book, American Rambler: Walking the Trail of Johnny […]
$40
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Wednesday May 13th, 2026 7:00 PM -10:00 PM Author Event The First Parish in Cambridge Tickets + Details: Eventbrite Is the Daisy Chain Flower Shop really cursed—or is it just […]
$28.52
Please join us for a poetry reading by Michael Todd Steffen, Julia Thacker and Leslie Williams with an introduction by Kevin Gallagher. ** This event will take place synchronously in-store […]
$5 – $10
Harvard Book Store welcomes Jimin Han—acclaimed author of The Apology and A Small Revolution—for a discussion of her new novel, Dreamt I Found You. She will be joined in conversation by Jean Stehle—literary influencer. librarian, and co-founding organizer […] 
Join us at one of Revels’ famous Pub Sings on Wednesday, May 13th at The Burren! Enjoy dinner with friends and lift your voice as David Coffin leads us in traditional drinking songs […] 
18+ w/ 2-Item Suggested Minimum. Please Arrive Early to Guarantee Seating. The Comedy Studio has long been the launchpad for fresh talent, sending comedians to national stages and beyond. Now, we’re […]
$23.95
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12 events,
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18+ w/ 2-Item Suggested Minimum. Please Arrive Early to Guarantee Seating. Get ready to strike it rich with laughter at Comedy Gold, Boston's absolute best stand-up showcase! Every week, we pan […]
$30
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To Know Our Trees: A lecture by Dr. W. John Kress Join us for the Laurel Circle Lecture Series: with Dr. W. John Kress, Smithsonian Distinguished Scientist and Curator Emeritus. Dr. […]
$17 – $55
Harvard Book Store welcomes Douglas Stuart—Booker Prize-winning and New York Times bestselling author of Shuggie Bain and Young Mungo—for a discussion of his highly anticipated new novel, John of John. He will be joined in conversation by Margot Livesey—Emeritus […]
$38
We are teaming up with the New England Forestry Foundation (NEFF) to host a screening of the groundbreaking documentary “Women of Carbon” about women transforming construction while combating climate change. […]
Free
18+ w/ 2-Item Suggested Minimum. Please Arrive Early to Guarantee Seating. Certified Fresh, lovingly curated by Jeff Zamaria, takes place Thursdays and showcases a dynamic mix of Boston’s emerging talent and […]
$23.95
18+ w/ 2-Item Suggested Minimum. Join host Logan O'Brien as some of Boston’s best comedians come together for a head-to-head roast battle. Come, watch friends become enemies for the night […]
$13.95
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This talk follows the remarkable career of Jacques de Gheyn II, a Flemish-born draughtsman and printmaker who arrived in the Northern Netherlands in the 1590s as part of a broader […]
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We serve lunch to those in need of food and community at First Church Cambridge on the third Friday of the month. Please sign up for the September 20 lunch […]
From 5-9pm on Fridays, come take a seat and order a flight of three wines (2-oz pours) for $19, which comes with a snack. You can add on additional 2-oz […] 
Darryl Yokley - saxophone Zaccai Curtis - piano Lucques Curtis - bass Wayne Smith, Jr. - drums Grammy nominated saxophonist Darryl Yokley came to New York in 2009 and has […]
$42.45 – $64.85
Grammy nominated saxophonist Darryl Yokley came to New York in 2009 and has established himself as a unique artist who is always looking to connect with audiences. The son of […]
$31 – $66
18+ w/ 2-Item Suggested Minimum. Please Arrive Early to Guarantee Seating. Get ready for a night of laughs at Comedy Gold, where some of the best comedic talent around Boston […]
$29.95
18+ w/ 2-Item Suggested Minimum. Please Arrive Early to Guarantee Seating. Get ready for a night of laughs at Comedy Gold, where some of the best comedic talent around Boston […]
$30
18+ w/ 2-Item Suggested Minimum. Need a nightcap of pure, unadulterated hilarity? The Late Night Show is the definitive late-night comedy experience in Boston, where the jokes are as fresh […]
$29.95
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now Before You Go How to join: Walk-ins welcome, but space is limited. Fee: This is a free event. Where to go: Menschel Hall, Lower Level Accessibility accommodations: Email am_register@harvard.edu at least 48 hours in advance, including the name […]
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RESCHEDULED TO RAIN DATE MAY 16TH May 9th, 2026 Linden Street in Harvard Square 12pm - 5pm Behind VA Shadows, in partnership with the Harvard Square Business Association, welcomes you […]
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ABOUT THE ARTIST Annie and the Fur Trappers are a Boston-based traditional jazz and blues band. The band was founded in 2016 in St. Louis, Missouri, and features clarinet, trumpet, […]
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Advance registration required In-Person Youth Program, ages 13-18 Throughout history, bugs have played a role in cuisines around the world. Teens ages 13–18 are invited to explore how insects add […]
$10
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Location Peabody Museum of Archaeology & Ethnology 11 Divinity Avenue Cambridge, MA 02138 United States In-Person Youth Program, ages 13-18 Saturday, May 16, 1:00–3:30 pm Advance registration required. Register Throughout history, […] 
Rachael Kilgour writes in hopes of finding a truth she can live with. Her heartfelt release, “My Father Loved Me”, was written in memory of her late Canadian dad and […]
$33 – $35
All Ages w/ 2-Item Suggested Minimum. Please Arrive Early to Guarantee Seating. The Kithara Project is a nonprofit transforming the lives of under-served and at-risk youth through tuition-free classical guitar education. […]
$43.95
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Most of us know which wines we like and which ones we don't, but how do we distinguish whether a wine is fruity, buttery, spicy, acidic or dry? How do […]
$85
He couldn’t have provided a better example than Compton’s Finest. Between the lively, genial readings of the standards “Softly, as in a Morning Sunrise” and “Monk’s Dream,” the melodic soul of […]
$42.45 – $59.25
Toronto songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Abigail Lapell returns with More Songs About Love, the extended companion to her JUNO-nominated 2024 album Anniversary. An evocative collection of original love songs, Anniversary was […]
$28 – $30
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Activities 1:00–3:00 pm Story Time 3:00-3:30 pm Join Harvard Museums of Science & Culture volunteers for hands-on, family-friendly activities at 1:00 pm and a live story reading at 3:00 pm. […]
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Celebrate young poets at this special outdoor reading! Winners of the annual Longfellow Student Poetry Contest will take the stage to share their original work. The Longfellow Student Poetry Contest […]
Free
Chris & Meredith Thompson are “powerful performers with a natural warmth for the live concert stage” writes Tom Lounges in The Beat, (Valparaiso Indiana). The sisters achieve a vocal harmony […]
$28 – $30
18+ w/ 2-Item Suggested Minimum. Please Arrive Early to Guarantee Seating. The Comedy Studio is renowned for it’s classic showcases and launching talent to the national stage. And now, The […]
$23.95
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Harvard Book Store welcomes MJ Corey—writer and psychotherapist best known as Kardashian Kolloquium on TikTok and Instagram—for a discussion of her new book, Dekonstructing the Kardashians: A New Media Manifesto. 
Harvard Book Store welcomes MJ Corey—writer and psychotherapist best known as Kardashian Kolloquium on TikTok and Instagram—for a discussion of her new book, Dekonstructing the Kardashians: A New Media Manifesto. She will […] |
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This event does not require registration; see further details below. Have you ever wondered what happens in our conservation labs? Join a member of our Straus Center staff for an […] 
Harvard Book Store welcomes Mike Schur—Emmy Award–winning American television producer and writer for Parks and Recreation, Brooklyn Nine-Nine, and The Good Place—and Joe Posnanski—New York Times bestselling author of seven books, including The Baseball 100, Paterno, and The Secret […]
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Harvard Book Store welcomes Stephanie Fairyington—journalist who writes on gender, sexuality, family, and parenting—for a discussion of her memoir, Ugly: A Letter to My Daughter. She will be joined in conversation by Abbie E. […]
18+ w/ 2-Item Suggested Minimum. Doors & List at 6pm. Free Show. No Ticket Needed. The Globe described the night as “Comedy Hell” when we were upstairs in Somerville’s Union […]
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Harvard Book Store welcomes Stephanie Fairyington—journalist who writes on gender, sexuality, family, and parenting—for a discussion of her memoir, Ugly: A Letter to My Daughter. She will be joined in conversation by Abbie E. […] |
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Join staff member Jeanne Burke to slow down, notice details, and explore the mood of John Singer Sargent’s painting The Breakfast Table through a guided writing exercise that invites you to respond […]
The Sea Hag Restaurant & Bar and The Barrett Anderson Band are excited to announce a new weekly series, Blues & Roots Wednesdays, bringing live music back home to historic Harvard […] 
Harvard Book Store welcomes Vanessa Hua—national bestselling author of the novels A River of Stars and Forbidden City—for a discussion of her new novel, Coyoteland. 
May 20 Jonathan Aaron and Christopher Bakken reading in-person sign up Please join us for a poetry reading by Jonathan Aaron and Christopher Bakken with an introduction by George Kalogeris. […] 
Buskin & Batteau have been winning hearts and minds with their soulful acoustic balladry and fun-filled performances for more years than they care to remember. Christine Lavin grew up one […]
$50 – $55
Harvard Book Store welcomes Vanessa Hua—national bestselling author of the novels A River of Stars and Forbidden City—for a discussion of her new novel, Coyoteland. She will be joined in conversation by Julie Carrick Dalton—journalist and […] 
18+ w/ 2-Item Suggested Minimum. Please Arrive Early to Guarantee Seating. I Hate What You Love, hosted by local favorite Ryan Shea, is a comedy show where our comedians take […]
$18.95
18+ w/ 2-Item Suggested Minimum. Please Arrive Early to Guarantee Seating. I Hate What You Love, hosted by local favorite Ryan Shea, is a comedy show where our comedians take […]
$19
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Join Harvard professor Paul Russell for a discussion about Celtic languages and writing in this tour of the special exhibition Celtic Art Across the Ages. Focusing on inscriptions and manuscripts, Russell […] 
Step into one of the most iconic moments in wine history and become the judge. This special 50th anniversary tasting revisits the legendary Judgment of Paris through a blind tasting experience that […]
$75
Elizabeth Ziman, who performs as Elizabeth and the Catapult, is a singer-songwriter from Brooklyn. She has toured with the likes of Amy Helm, Sara Bareilles and Kishi Bashi, collaborated with […]
$28 – $30
Harvard Book Store welcomes Theo Baker—undergraduate at Stanford University and the youngest-ever recipient of the prestigious George Polk Award—for a discussion of his book, How to Rule the World: An Education in […]
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About the artist Recording artist Stephanie James breathes new life to pop music, blending the smoothness of jazz singers and classic country singers with her honey-coated voice. With songs ranging […] 
The incredibly versatile guitarist Frank Vignola teams up with rising jazz guitar star Pasquale Grasso to create a unique and intimate musical experience unlike any other… 
Harvard Book Store welcomes Theo Baker—undergraduate at Stanford University and the youngest-ever recipient of the prestigious George Polk Award—for a discussion of his book, How to Rule the World: An Education in […] 
18+ w/ 2-Item Suggested Minimum. Please Arrive Early to Guarantee Seating. Certified Fresh, lovingly curated by Jeff Zamaria (LFM Comedy), takes place Thursdays and showcases a dynamic mix of Boston’s emerging […]
$23.95
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A monthly Harmolodic Jazz Series continues at Harvard Epworth. For each month’s musical guests, visit dbryantmusic.com/third-thursdays/. Admission at the door: $10. Contact information: bryantequilibria@gmail.com or (617) 447-3030. May 21 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
A monthly Harmolodic Jazz Series continues at Harvard Epworth. Joining Dave (keyboards) this month are Tom Hall (saxophone), Max Ridley (bass), Miki Matsuki (drums), and Rick Barry (percussion). For each […]
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From 5-9pm on Fridays, come take a seat and order a flight of three wines (2-oz pours) for $19, which comes with a snack. You can add on additional 2-oz […] 
Harvard Book Store welcomes Molly Crabapple—two-time Emmy Award-winning animator, author of Drawing Blood and co-author of Brothers of the Gun, long-listed for a National Book Award—for a discussion of her new book, Here Where We Live […] 
Harvard Book Store welcomes Molly Crabapple—two-time Emmy Award-winning animator, author of Drawing Blood and co-author of Brothers of the Gun, long-listed for a National Book Award—for a discussion of her new book, Here Where We Live […] 
18+ w/ 2-Item Suggested Minimum. Please Arrive Early to Guarantee Seating. Abbas Wahab is a New York-based, Canadian comedian and actor. He's been featured on Just For Laughs and Edinburgh Fringe festivals, […]
$28.95
18+ w/ 2-Item Suggested Minimum. Live Band Karaoke Begins After the Show. Need a nightcap of pure, unadulterated hilarity? The Late Night Show is the definitive late-night comedy experience in […]
$29.95
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Date and Time May 23, 2026 02:00PM - 03:30PM EDT pin_dropLocation Harvard Museum of Natural History 26 Oxford Street Classroom B (Third Floor) Cambridge, MA 02138 United States In-Person Presentation Meet up-and-coming […]
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about the artist Hailing from Boston, Massachusetts, Jen Kearney is a dynamic singer-songwriter whose music blends Soul, R&B, Funk, Rock, and Latin into a truly unique sound. With six studio […] 
18+ w/ 2-Item Suggested Minimum. Doors at 6:15pm (Early Show) & 9:10pm (Late Show). Myq “Mike” Kaplan has appeared on the Tonight Show, Conan, Letterman, James Corden, Seth Meyers, Comedy Central, […]
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ABOUT THE ARTIST When’s the last time you sidled up to the bell of a tuba and let its warm, rich, funky sound envelope you as it filled the room? […] |
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Monday’s Pages is a weekly cold-reading series where actors and writers get together to present 10-page submissions of new, dialogue-driven material. Our primary purpose is to build community and encouragement […]
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Harvard Book Store, the Harvard University Division of Science, and the Harvard Library welcome Maria Tatar—John L. Loeb Research Professor of Folklore and Mythology and Germanic Languages and Literatures, Emerita, at […] 
Harvard Book Store, the Harvard University Division of Science, and the Harvard Library welcome Maria Tatar—John L. Loeb Research Professor of Folklore and Mythology and Germanic Languages and Literatures, Emerita, at […] 
Tony Award winner Sonya Tayeh (Gatsby at A.R.T., Moulin Rouge! The Musical on Broadway) returns to the A.R.T. to bring the Academy Award-nominated psychological thriller Black Swan to the stage. Pressure builds, boundaries blur, and […]
$73
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Everyone notices birds. But how many of us are birders? There is a difference, and it comes with its own language. Lifers and listers. Twitchers and stringers. Spark birds and […]
The Sea Hag Restaurant & Bar and The Barrett Anderson Band are excited to announce a new weekly series, Blues & Roots Wednesdays, bringing live music back home to historic Harvard […] 
For 26 years, Revels and Perkins School for the Blind have been collaborating on springtime music programs for the community. This program has become one of the most memorable and rewarding events of […] |
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Join us for a free night at two of the Harvard Museums of Science & Culture. Come with a date, come with friends, or make new friends while strolling through […]
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Join us for an evening of art, fun, food, and more! This event is free and open to everyone. Gather with friends and mingle inside our Italian-inspired courtyard while taking […] 
Please join us for a poetry reading by Monica Ferrell, Bianca Stone and Craig Morgan Teich ** This event will take place synchronously in-store at 6 Plympton Street and on […]
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THURSDAY — SU — Jazz, Neo-Soul, hip-hop — IN the PERFORMANCE SPACE Thursday, May 28, 2026 7:00 PM 9:00 PM ABOUT THE ARTIST Don’t miss genre-blurring pianist/vocalist and viral social media sensation Pelin […] 
Rachel McCartney is releasing a new album, Taming Dragons, and sharing it at Club Passim feels like a true homecoming. McCartney celebrated her previous record release at Passim seventeen years […]
$28 – $30
Please join us for a poetry reading by Monica Ferrell, Bianca Stone and Craig Morgan Teicher. ** This event will take place synchronously in-store at 6 Plympton Street and on […] 
18+ w/ 2-Item Suggested Minimum. Please Arrive Early to Guarantee Seating. Kurt Braunohler is a comedian who once hired a skywriter to write "HOW DO I LAND?" in the sky over […]
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Join us for a dance performance related to the special exhibition Celtic Art Across the Ages. Rebecca McGowan and Kara Howgate-Mello will showcase traditional Irish sean-nós (old style) dancing, accompanied by Clare Fraser […]
From 5-9pm on Fridays, come take a seat and order a flight of three wines (2-oz pours) for $19, which comes with a snack. You can add on additional 2-oz […]
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Aboard a cruise ship for a destination wedding you'll encounter old crushes, bad timing, and plans that don’t go quite as expected. We’re thrilled to welcome back Katherine Center, New York Times bestselling […]
$39.19
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Discover the rich and diverse world of Portuguese wine in this guided tasting class. From the crisp whites of Vinho Verde to the bold reds of the Douro Valley and […]
$85
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About the artist Kristalis Sotomayor is a Puerto Rican flutist and vocalist known for her versatility in both classical and Latin music. A graduate of Berklee College of Music and […] 
Kurt Rosenwinkel is a highly acclaimed and influential jazz guitarist, composer, and bandleader. Hailed as one of the most important jazz musicians of his generation, Rosenwinkel has spent decades pushing […] 
Vocalist, performer, songwriter Adam Sherman was the voice of A&M recording artists Private Lightning, lead singer and songwriter of The Souls and member of The Nervous Eaters. He has been […]
$25 – $30
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ABOUT THE ARTIST Led by lead vocalist and multi-instrumentalist Angel Javier Camilo, La Diáspora Combo is an intergenerational collective of musicians from Latin America and the United States. Rooted in […]
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Come explore one of the fastest growing beverages in the US - Sake! Sake is an ancient, complex and unique beverage with roots going back to the 3rd Century BCE. […]
$85
Since graduating from the Eastman School of music, Tony Levin has become the bass and Chapman Stick voice for Peter Gabriel and King Crimson. In addition, he has played on notable […]
$42.45 – $64.85
Harvard Book Store welcomes Senator Chris Murphy—lawyer, author, and politician serving since 2013 as the junior United States senator from Connecticut—for a discussion of his new book, Crisis of the Common Good: The […]
$20 – $45
Since bursting onto the scene in 1967 as the founder and frontman of Roomful of Blues, Duke Robillard has been a powerhouse force in Blues, Swing, and classic R&B/Jump Blues […]
$30 – $41
Pete Levin-piano/keyboard Tony Levin-bass Pat LaBarbera-saxophones Jeff "Seige" Siegel-drums ... there is a remarkable purity and innocence to this music. THE LEVIN BROTHERS manages to be both serious and playful […]
$40
Pete Levin-piano/keyboard Tony Levin-bass Pat LaBarbera-saxophones Jeff "Seige" Siegel-drums ... there is a remarkable purity and innocence to this music. THE LEVIN BROTHERS manages to be both serious and playful […]
$40
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ABOUT THE ARTIST Award-winning, chart-topping, DownBeat Rising Star pianist Yoko Miwa makes her debut at Lou’s, presenting material from her new release as well as selections from her critically acclaimed […] 
The distance traveled on William Prince’s new album, Further From the Country, is generational, aspirational, and metaphysical. Expansive and declarative, Further From the Country is the work of an artist who meets the […]
$28 – $30
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