White Lights 2023

Harvard Square is glowing with holiday spirit. As the days grow shorter, the sights and sounds of winter fill the streets. The Square radiates warmth and welcoming lights and will continue to do so throughout the entire winter season.

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, Hilton’s Tent City, and the Central Square Business Improvement District, on the Winter Warmth Drive, a fundraising effort to purchase sleeping bags for un…

Sad News – Sheldon Cohen

It is with profound sadness that we share that Sheldon Cohen, founder of Out of Town News, philanthropist and beloved friend, passed away on Sunday, October 15th at the age of 92.

Exciting News! Regattabar Reopens its Doors at the Charles Hotel

Beloved music club announces its triumphant return to Boston’s music scene  The Harvard Square Business Association is delighted to announce the long-awaited reopening of Regattabar, an iconic venue beloved as the heart of New England’s jazz scene, located at the Charles Hote…

Sad News

It is with profound sadness that we mourn the passing of our dear friend, longtime Harvard Square supporter and wonderful community partner, Atieno Adoyo Pilipa Steen Simmons, who left us on August 23rd.   Atieno, the daughter of Cambridge City Councilor E.

Mass Ave Improvements – Harvard Square

In April 2022, staff recommended, and City Council approved a full construction approach for implementing separated bike lanes through Harvard Square due to heavy bus stop activity and the need for bus layovers.