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Harvard Square
Business Association
March 2025 Newsletter
Events/Deals/News
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Harvard Go Bragh
On Saint Patrick's Day we're all a little Irish!
The Harvard Square Business Association welcomes you to celebrate all weekend long!
Get the details here!
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Experience four electrifying nights of jazz at the Celebrity Series' 2025 Jazz Festival, hosted at the newly opened Arrow Street Arts, from March 13-16. This year's lineup features a dynamic roster of artists who embody the genre's boundless creativity and expressive power: pianist and composer Sean Mason and his Quartet; bassist and composer Linda May Han Oh and her Quintet; bassist, singer-songwriter, and composer Mali Obomsawin with her Quartet; and harpist Brandee Younger and her Trio.
The four-night festival with two sets each night promises to be the must-attend event of the spring jazz season. With dramatic lighting and state-of-the-art acoustics, the Arrow Street Arts venue is built to the highest standards and better equipped than any other venue in the city. Intimate table seating and a full bar offering snacks and drinks welcome audiences to this musical celebration of next-generation jazz greats. More information available here.
| | Climate Crisis Cabaret is a new group of Boston area theatre artists, scientists and activists who have organized to kindle action on the climate crisis. Climate Crisis Cabaret: The Warm-Up is the first of a series of cabarets aiming to energize climate activism in our community. | | |
March 28th & 29th
Celebrity Series presents Graveyards & Gardens
Pulitzer Prize-winning composer and vocalist Caroline Shaw, twice heard on the Series as a founding member of Roomful of Teeth, and esteemed dancer and choreographer Vanessa Goodman, draw profound inspiration from the life of soil in their innovative dance and music installation, Graveyards and Gardens. This artistic collaboration delves into the rich, nurturing bed of soil as a metaphor for life’s eternal cycle, weaving a tapestry of memory, movement, and melody that celebrates the interconnectedness of death, renewal, and life.
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Cambridge Savings Bank
March 18th
5:30pm - 8:00pm
Small Business Networking Event - Fraud Prevention Month
Stay Ahead: Protecting Your Business from Financial Threats
Financial fraud is on the rise, with 80% of businesses reporting a payments fraud incident in 2023, according to the Association of Financial Professionals. As scams grow more sophisticated, staying informed is more critical than ever.
Join us for an evening of networking and education, featuring Jasmine Wallace, CSB’s Director of Fraud Management. With 20+ years in banking, Jasmine will share expert insights and tips on fraud prevention and mitigation to help safeguard your business.
Please RSVP here.
Food and beverages will be served. Space is limited, so don’t miss out.
We look forward to seeing you there!
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Lovestruck Books
March 18th, 19th, 22nd, 25th & April 10th
March 18, 6pm
Queer Book Club Hosted By Kayla
Come for the books, stay for the community with Lovestruck Book's FIRST Queer Book Club! These meetings are for everyone- an inclusive space for guests to explore queer storylines and celebrate diverse voices in literature. We're starting off the series by diving into A Bluestocking's Guide to Decadence, the third in the Victorian Era Lucky Lovers of London Series by Jess Everlee. The meeting will be led by book-lover and Lovestruck manager, Kayla Januchowski.
March 19, 7pm
A Gentlemen’s Gentleman: Author Talk With Tj Alexander and Claudia Gray
Join TJ Alexander on Wednesday, March 19 for a celebration of their latest release, A Gentleman's Gentleman. In conversation with Claudia Gray, the two will discuss the dry wit, slow-burn romance, and nuanced portrayal of trans identity that define this queer historical romance.
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March 22, 10:30am
Children’s Book Event: Breathe in and Breathe Out With Christine Evans
Join Author Christine Carlucci Evans for our very first children’s storytime at Lovestruck Books!
We’re excited to host a magical reading event for young readers and their families on Saturday, March 22! The event will feature two enchanting stories that teach kids important lessons about emotional well-being, resilience, and hope.
March 25, 7pm
An Evening With Jill Santopolo: Celebrating The Love We Found, in Conversation With Louisa Thomas
Join us on to celebrate the release of The Love We Found, the long-awaited follow-up to the New York Times bestselling global phenomenon The Light We Lost, by Jill Santopolo, in conversation with Louisa Thomas. Jill will take you behind the pages of the love story, exploring how fate and choice shape Lucy’s journey.
April 10, 6pm
The Great Gatsby Centennial
Step into the glitz and glamour of the Roaring '20s as we celebrate the centennial of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s The Great Gatsby at Lovestruck Books! Join us on April 10th for an unforgettable evening of Gatsby-inspired fun, exclusive giveaways, and timeless elegance.
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Patagonia
March 20th & 23rd
Collaging with Climable
Climable, a local woman-led climate non-profit, is joining us at 7 PM on March 20th for a collage night. We've collected a bunch of old posters, magazines, journals, and other print materials otherwise headed for the landfill for folks to cut up. Bring your own materials if you'd like, but we'll have everything you need to make a fun, frenetic collage.
Community Yoga with Lucie
Start your Sunday off with some free yoga! At 9:30 AM on March 23rd, local instructor Lucie Kasova will be leading a free yoga class at Patagonia Cambridge. These classes are first come, first served, and BYOM (bring your own mat). It is helpful to know how many people to expect, so please still RSVP!
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The Harvard COOP
March 20th & March 24th
March 20th, all day
Happy 143rd Birthday to The COOP!
143 means I love you, and The COOP loves you! To kick off our anniversary week, we’re offering a 20% discount online and in store. Join us for an in store treasure hunt, and sweet treats to celebrate!
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March 24th, 6pm
The Ride: Kostya Kennedy at The COOP
2025 marks the 250th aniversary of Paul Revere's legendary midnight ride! Join us at The COOP for a book signing with Kostya Kennedy, author of The Ride: Paul Revere and the Night That Saved America.
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Tutoring Plus
April 10th
Join us for Tutoring Plus' Full STEAM Ahead Celebration on Thursday, April 10 from 5:30–7:30pm. Enjoy delicious food provided by Bar Enza, an open bar, and special presentations by our students and staff. This annual fundraiser aims to raise $70,000 to support our programs and ensure we meet the changing needs of our families. We’ll also be honoring Fletcher Maynard Principal Bobby Tynes as our 2025 Children’s Champion. Please register now (tickets are free) and consider donating to help us continue our vital work. For more information on sponsorship opportunities, contact Jessica Sue-Kam-Ling-Lewis at jessica@tutoringplus.org.
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Harvest
April 11th
Chef Sara Moulton - Harvest Alumni Dinner
Join us on April 11th as we kick off our Alumni Dinner Series in celebration of our 50th Anniversary. We are thrilled to welcome back acclaimed chef, author, and television personality, Sara Moulton, to co-host a four-course dinner inspired by dishes from her cookbook, Home Cooking 101. Reserve your seat here!
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Moonbox Productions
April 11th - May 4th
Moonbox Productions is thrilled to present the gospel musical, Crowns, opening on April 11th and running through May 4th at Arrow Street Arts. A powerful and jubilant musical mixing gospel, jazz and a little bit of hip hop, in which hats become the springboard for an exploration of Black history and identity as seen through the eyes of a young Black women. Crowns is a celebration of sisterhood, self-expression and fabulous hats. Get ready to clap your hands and tap your feet because these ladies have "hatitude". Tickets are $55 for general admission, $45 for seniors and $25 for students with Pay-What-You-Wish options available for each performance, while supplies last. Tickets available here.
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German International School
May 3rd
1:00pm - 4:00pm
Join us at the GISB to stock up on gently used books, games, toys, clothing, and more. All are welcome for a fun afternoon of shopping and socializing in any language. We look forward to seeing you there! Please be aware that there is no parking available on school grounds on the day of the flea market. Please find alternative parking, e.g. at the Artesani parking lot. Questions? Contact events@gisbos.org. Learn more here.
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Saint Paul's Choir School
May 17th
Love to Sing? Audition for Saint Paul’s Choir School!
Calling all young men who love to sing! Saint Paul’s Choir School is holding open auditions for the 2025-2026 school year. Join a tradition of excellence where rigorous academics and world-class musical training are fostered on a daily basis. Please join us on May 17th to start exploring the possibility of joining our community of faith and friendship, where young men are able to discover their God-given gifts and talents through a rewarding Choir School education.
Take the first step—schedule your audition today on our website, www.saintpaulschoirschool.us
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Warby Parker
20% New Customer
You can save 20% on your first order of contact lenses at Warby Parker - even on a year’s supply!
20% New Customer + Annual Supply
You can save 20% on your first order of contact lenses at Warby Parker - plus get a $50 eyewear bonus if you buy a year’s supply!
Visit our Warby Parker in Harvard Square to learn more.
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University Place Parking Garage
University Place Reverse Summer Special Monthly Parking
$250
24/7 Access, unlimited in and out May thru August.
Regular Rate applied in September
New Customers Only
$10 set up fee applies.
For more information, please call 617-491-0801
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Saloniki Greek
FRIDAY, MARCH 14th – SALONIKI’S 9TH BIRTHDAY
Enjoy (1) FREE CLASSIC PITA from 2:30pm-4pm ONLY when you order in person. To unlock, simply wish us a "Happy Birthday" at the register!
- Limit 1 classic pita per person.
- Available for in-person ordering only at any Saloniki Greek location.
- Guest must place their in-person order between 2:30pm-4pm to qualify.
- Not available for online or third-party orders.
- Guests must mention the promotion or wish us a "Happy Birthday" at the time of ordering.
- Available while supplies last.
TUESDAY, MARCH 25th – GREEK INDEPENDENCE DAY!
Enjoy (1) Free Order of Greek Donuts with the purchase of 1 Classic Pita, Classic Plate, or Signature Salad from 1pm-4pm at any Saloniki Greek location.
- Limit 1 order of Loukoumades per person.
- Available for in-person ordering only at any Saloniki Greek location.
- Guest must place their in-person order between 1pm-4pm to qualify.
- Not available for online or third-party orders.
- Guests must mention the promotion at the time of ordering to redeem their free donuts.
- May not be combined with any other offer.
- Available while supplies last.
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Off the Beaten Path
Food Tours
Fridays, Saturdays and private tours are available.
Calling all chocoholics! Join us for a delectable adventure through historic Harvard Square. You'll hear interesting stories about the Square, learn fun facts about chocolate and sample the best and most interesting chocolaty treats around. Harvard Square has a flourishing food scene with some of the best and most unique food in the city. Each tour is a fun 90 minutes and includes 4 stops with plenty of treats and less than a mile of walking. We can't wait to take you on a unique, chocolate adventure!
This tour is suitable for all ages. $40/pp. Guests must purchase tickets in advance. Use code HARVARDSQUARE and enjoy 10% off!
Harvard Square Food Tour
Haven't been to Harvard Square lately? Do you know we have a tiki bar?
Revisit Harvard Square on our new FOOD TOUR!
Booking Saturdays at 11:30am, this memorable experience is offered weekly. You'll eat a satisfying array of yummy eats, from Greek to Latin to the best pizza in the world. Tour also includes a Mai Tai or yummy mocktail.
Harvard Square Donut Tour Sunday's from 11am-12:30pm. This tour delves into the history of donuts, and it's fun for locals and visitors.
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Nubar
It's the last weekend for Dine Out – 3-course menu for just $46.
Now serving lunch again daily, from 11am – 2pm. On Sundays we offer the lunch menu, plus a small a la carte brunch menu.
Our spring menu will debut on Friday, April 11th for dinner.
Easter brunch buffet, from 11:30am – 5pm (last seating at 3pm). The price is $65/adults, $30/kids 12 and under, and free for kids 5 and under. The price includes coffee, juice, or soft drinks. We will not be serving any a la carte during the buffet.
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Jose Mateo Ballet Theatre
Sign up for Jose Mateo Ballet Theatre's Summer Elementary Program! Ballet classes for ages 3-10, no experience needed! Use the code HSBA10 for 10% off tuition.
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Irving House
Irving House is offering $10 off per night Sunday-Wednesday, 2 night minimum. This discount shows on our website when booked before April 30th and the stay is early in the week.
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Harvest
Graduation Season Is Here!
Celebrate & earn a gift for the grad. Host your graduation celebration with us this May or June, and we’ll gift your graduate a special treat. Reach out to our Events Manager Nami for more information.
Spend* $1,500 | Enjoy a $100 gift card
Spend $3,000 | Enjoy a $200 gift card
Spend $5,000 | Enjoy a $400 gift card
*Minimum spend applies to food and beverage only. Gift cards are valid for a future visit.
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Vendor Applications can be found here.
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Rotary Club of Cambridge
Join the Cambridge Rotary!
We’re a welcoming and laid-back group that has been serving the Cambridge community since 1922. If you're looking to make a meaningful impact, build authentic relationships, and get involved in local service, we’d love to meet you! We meet on the first and third Thursday of each month in Harvard Square for a casual brown-bag lunch with inspiring guest speakers. Our club is all about connection, community, and giving back.
Recently, we were proud to host our biggest fundraiser of the year, Chalk on the Walk, during Oktoberfest in Harvard Square, partnering with English for New Bostonians and The Salvation Army to support great causes. We’re always looking for fresh perspectives and new members who want to get involved. If this sounds like something you’d enjoy, reach out! We’d love to have you.
For membership inquiries, email us at info@cambridgerotary.org. Also, check us out at Cambridgerotary.org.
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Jose Mateo Ballet Theatre
Always wanted to learn ballet? It's not too late! Join our new Adult Introduction to Ballet class on Saturdays starting in March! 10 weeks, 10 classes, designed for absolute beginners with no experience. Register here.
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Industrious
Your dream office in Harvard Square is waiting.
Thoroughly professional and thoughtfully designed, Industrious’ flexible workspaces support companies of all sizes and stages. We believe that the right workplace can move your business forward by giving your team members spaces to focus and collaborate in — spaces that make them proud to come to work.
Click here for a tour or more information.
We are excited to share that we've simplified the way you book meeting spaces. No need to go through third party websites - book your meeting right on our website! Start booking your meeting today.
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Harvard Federal Credit Union
Stay on top of your finances with free, anytime access to your credit score—right in Harvard FCU’s Online Banking.
With SavvyMoney®, you’ll get daily updates, real-time alerts, personalized tips, and special offers tailored to your credit profile—all with no impact on your score. Log in to Online Banking or visit harvardfcu.org/savvy-money to get started!
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Distressed Children & Infants International
Request for used Smartphones, iPhones, iPads, Watches, or Imitation Jewelry to Support Our Humanitarian Mission
Dear Friends,
I hope this message finds you well. I am reaching out with a heartfelt request: Do you, or anyone in your family or network, have used smartphones, iPhones, iPads, watches, or imitation jewelry that you could donate to our humanitarian mission?
These items are urgently needed to support underprivileged children, their families, and communities in Bangladesh, India, and Nepal. Your contribution, no matter how small, will make a meaningful difference. Any help you can provide would be deeply appreciated.
Your generosity and support are invaluable in helping us combat poverty, hunger, child labor, child marriage, preventable blindness, natural disasters, and environmental/climate challenges. We are truly grateful for any assistance you can offer.
Thank you in advance for your kindness and support.
Warmest wishes and best regards,
Dr. Ehsan Hoque
https://distressedchildren.org/
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CultureHouse
Say hello to the Cambridge KiOSK—a vibrant new public space and information center opening in early 2025 in the heart of Harvard Square! Housed in the historic kiosk that once welcomed subway riders and hosted the iconic Out of Town Newsstand, this lively destination is designed to bring people together. Featuring installations by local artists, hands-on workshops, and opportunities to learn more about Cambridge, there will always be something happening. The KiOSK is a collaborative effort between CultureHouse and the Cambridge Office for Tourism, blending community programming with visitor information services. Supported by the City of Cambridge, the KiOSK reimagines a beloved landmark as a hub for information, creativity, and connection.
We want to hear from you!
What do you love about Harvard Square? Did you ever visit Out of Town News? What do you want to see in the KiOSK when it opens? We’re shaping this space with the community in mind, and your ideas will help bring it to life. Follow the link to the survey below and share it with your neighbors, friends, and family—let’s hear from everyone in Cambridge!
Fill out our survey
Got programming ideas?
Do you have an exciting idea for an event, workshop, or installation? Whether you're an artist, a local organization, or someone with a great idea, we'd love to collaborate. The KiOSK is all about offering something for everyone, and we’re looking for fresh, creative ways to activate the space. Read our call for programming and fill out our programming interest form – let’s make it happen!
Become a Visitor Information Center Volunteer!
Share your love for Cambridge with visitors by volunteering at our Visitor Information Center, located in the Kiosk Visitor Center volunteers greet visitors, give directions, hand out brochures and maps, suggest things to do, and answer questions about visiting Cambridge. Our volunteers take great pride in welcoming community members and visitors to Cambridge. Learn more and apply here
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Cambridge-Ellis School
The Cambridge-Ellis School has a limited number of openings remaining in our afternoon preschool Language Immersion Programs in French, Spanish, and Chinese (Mandarin) for the 2025-26 school year.
In addition, in September 2025 we will be launching a new afternoon Mandarin class for Grades K-3, subject to licensing approval.
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Bon Me
Spring is around the corner and warmer days call for fresh, bold flavors! Catch Bon Me at the Smith Campus Center or take a quick stroll to the Harvard Plaza Food Truck for your favorite Asian-inspired eats al fresco. Order ahead and skip the wait!
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Chip City Cookies
Cookies that are buttery and ooey-gooey, and made with just a handful of real ingredients that can be found in your pantry. Located at One Brattle Square, Suite 104
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Harvard Square
Business Association
Two Brattle Square, Mezzanine
Cambridge, MA 02138
(617) 491-3434
www.harvardsquare.com
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