Harvard Squared

Three images, from left: illustration of a bee in a yellow flower, a black and white illustration of a whale, and the front of a white colonial house

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Extracurriculars

Events on and off campus during July and August

A display rack holding colorful men’s bow ties

Harvard Squared | November-December 2020

A New Twist on Home for the Holidays

Harvard Square venues offer warmth, cheer, and appetizing fare.

by Kara Baskin

Majestic twentieth-century stone castle perched on Gloucester coastline

Harvard Squared | November-December 2020

A Man and His Castle

Gothic surroundings, spiritualism, and science: Hammond Castle Museum’s eclectic appeal

by Nell Porter Brown

Outdoors at Boston's Armenian Heritage Park

Harvard Squared | November-December 2020

Urban Adventure Quest, Boston

Scavenger-hunting in historic Boston

by Nell Porter Brown

Bike trail scene of Classic Cape Cod sand, water, and sky

Harvard Squared | September-October 2020

Cape Cod Wonders, By Bike

Swim, walk, and picnic along cycling routes    

by Nell Porter Brown

Aerial view of Essex Bay, part of the coastline north of Boston.

Harvard Squared | September-October 2020

“A Step Up from the Usual Beautiful”

Exploring the coastal wonders of Essex, Massachusetts

by Nell Porter Brown

A stone statue of the Buddha appears against a background of colorful autumn leaves.

Harvard Squared | September-October 2020

Recenter Yourself in the Square

Suggestions for boosting emotional, mental, and physical wellness this fall

by Kara Baskin

Photograph of purple flowers

Harvard Squared | July-August 2020

Virtually Perfect

How to plan your staycation summer

by Kara Baskin

The Café Pamplona sign in Harvard Square

Harvard Squared | May-June 2020

Harvard Square Old and New

Looking ahead to a reopened Harvard Square

by Kara Baskin

Hands holding coins

Harvard Squared | January-February 2020

Ways to Support Your Well-Being in the New Year

Opportunities for self-improvement, and fun, at and around Harvard

by Kara Baskin

Harvard Squared | November-December 2019

Make It Personal

Local artisans specializing in bespoke holiday treasures

by Kara Baskin