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Make Music Harvard Square / Fete de la Musique – The backstory and why the plan to protest the June 16th, 2018 event is not being shunned by the HSBA.

The Harvard Square Business Association (HSBA) was founded in 1910; its mission is “to promote commerce in Harvard Square”…over the last decade or so, we added the tagline “while being good stewards of the public space”. 

For many years, the HSBA organized two signature events, MayFair and Oktoberfest; we now organize between 70 and 80 events throughout the year. They are all free, family-friendly and open to the public.  

 

OKTOBERFEST WEEKEND IN HARVARD SQUARE – 2018

Friday, October 5, 2018 – Sunday, October 7, 2018 Oktoberfest Weekend in Harvard Square Friday, October 5th – Sunday, October 7th featuring The 40th Annual Oktoberfest & 13th Annual HONK! Parade October […]

WHO WILL BE THE NEXT JULIA CHILD? HARVARD UNIVERSITY & LET’S TALK ABOUT FOOD LAUNCH “ARE YOU THE NEXT LOCAL JULIA CHILD?” COMPETITION

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SOMETHING NEW IS BREWING

After five years Beat Brasserie is closing it’s doors this weekend

 and marching to a new beat…

Reliable cell service needs to be a priority in Harvard Square

Every year, Harvard Square welcomes over 20,000 students — most located within a two-mile radius — in addition to thousands of visitors from all over the world.

Harvard Square businesses depend on students, guests and residents coming to experience our rich history, hotels, shopping, restaurants and more.

Homeless Empowerment Project – Treasurer (Volunteer)

The Homeless Empowerment Project (HEP) is a not-­for-­profit corporation with an annual budget of $150,000 and five paid staff positions (all part­-time). Every other week for the past 25 years, HEP has published Spare Change News, ​a street newspaper addressing issues of homelessness, poverty, and social justice in the Greater Boston area. HEP’s mission is to give the homeless a voice while providing them with opportunities to earn a supplemental income and gain valuable skills to improve their lives.

HSBA Welcomes Newest Member – Community Phone Company

Community Phone Company Launches Locally in Harvard Square, Cambridge and the greater Boston area!

 

Thiel Fellow funds new telecommunications startup aimed at providing affordable cell phone plans and exceptional service!

Donation Drive

The Harvard Square Business Association, in partnership with the Cambridge Police Department, will be collecting donations for the homeless.  Please bring items to the HSBA office, located at 18 Brattle Street (3rd floor) between now and July 31st.   We ask that you give us a call (617) 491-3434 before dropping off your donation to ensure that someone is in the office.

Y2Y featured on Good Morning America

Experimenting with recreational drugs at 11, in and out of juvenile detention facilities at 15, homeless at 20.

From a young age, Ryan has struggled to find stability in his life. Born and raised in Boston, he lived on the streets for years as his…..

Spring Clean Up Day 2018

On April 20th, Harvard Square Business Association Hospitality Committee members held their bi-annual Clean Up Day.  Assisted by the industrious staff from the City of Cambridge’s Department of Public Works, HSBA volunteers spent hours scouring the Square, just in time for Earth Day! 

Zambrero comes to Harvard Square

One of Australia’s fastest growing franchises, Zambrero, has arrived in the United States. The Mexican fast casual restaurant, known for its fresh and healthy food and fight to end world hunger, will open for business in Harvard Square on March 20th.

Cambridge Carnival International Community Forum Our Vision for the Next 25 Years

Dear Community Stakeholder.
The Cambridge Carnival Committee in collaboration with the Central Square Business Association/Cultural District invite you to a
free Community Forum on Thursday, March 29, 2018, 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Cambridge Public Library Central Square Branch, 45
Pearl Street, Cambridge, MA 02139. The theme for the forum is “Our Vision for the Next 25 Years.”

White Lights 2017

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 light and will continue to do so throughout the entire winter season. Our display this year, (Banners! Lights! Wreaths! Swags! Greenery and Bows!) brightens our days, and adds a cheerful glow to our nights…and is made possible through the generosity of many Harvard Square Business Association members….