Harvard Square Business Association
November 2021 Newsletter
News/Deals/Events
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Celebrate Thanksgiving in Harvard Square
Enjoy bountiful brunches, delicious dinners and delectable desserts! From the traditional to the unconventional, from fancy to casual, there is something for every palette and every price point. More information available here.
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Please join us in welcoming our new members!
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Sale on wonderful holiday serving pieces!
Sale prices valid until Friday, November 26th
Our Harvard Square store is now open earlier:
Tuesdays through Saturday
11:00am - 6:00pm
Sundays
12:00pm - 6:00pm
December hours coming soon!
You can shop us 24/7 on our site
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20% off to New Clients
Fall Season: time to build your immune system.
Make time to get pins and education to build your base energy (kidneys). Clients discover that pins release tension, feel-good hormones and negative energy.
For more information and to book an appointment please call: 617-820-6864
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Harvard Book Store has launched their Holiday 100 list with 100 notable (and giftable!) books published in 2021, perfect for everyone on your shopping list. Shop the selections in the bookstore or online. These books will be displayed through the end of the year and are 20% off for our Frequent Buyer cardholders.
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Annual Coop Member Sale begins on Friday, November 26th!
Available in-store AND online.
COOP Members Save an ADDITIONAL 20% on all purchases, on top of their 10% Member Discount. 10 Days Only, sale ends Sunday, December 5th.
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20% off storewide, excluding antiques & special orders.
Valid November 26th - 28th
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Hustle up and snag $200 off two complete pairs of SEE Rx glasses November 20-28!
See store for complete details.
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Schedule an appointment before December 31st, 2021 to be entered in a drawing to win a $200 restaurant gift card of your choice.
781-266-6864
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November 12th, 6pm -
November, 18th, 6pm -
Nicole Belolan – Public history, material culture, & disability history
November 22nd, 6pm -
Lakshmi Krishnan: Georgetown University
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How Has Food Mended Cambridge?
Over the course of 2021, History Cambridge has been exploring the ways in which the city has repaired its social, economic, and political fabric in the wake of historical crisis points—as well as the ways in which the need for mending remains. As a means of both physical and emotional nourishment, food has played a central part in the creation of family and community ties in the city. In this program we will examine the ways in which the proliferation of restaurants serving Asian, African, Latin American, and Middle Eastern cuisine impacted Cambridge in the 20th century. To what extent did the presence of these restaurants create a deeper awareness of the struggles and contributions of immigrants to the city? How did the act of eating “new” types of food affect how Cantabrigians thought about the political climate of the 20th century?
We will be joined in this program by Stephen Chen, son of famed Cambridge chef Joyce Chen and the Owner and President of Joyce Chen Foods, Dr. Merry White, Professor of Anthropology at Boston University, Dr. Megan Alias, Director of the Gastronomy Program at Boston University, and Gus Rancatore, Cambridge restaurateur and author. Together they will discuss the ways in which Cambridge’s restaurant community was changed by the emergence of a variety of diverse cuisines over the past century, examining the ways in which food has served as a means of connection and how it has, at times, fallen short of this goal. The panel presentation will be followed by Q&A with the audience for a deeper exploration of the role of foodways in mending Cambridge.
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Tuesday, November 16th at 5:00pm
Chris Hedges: What I Learned in Prison
After studying some of August Wilson’s plays, Hedges' class at East Jersey State Prison decided to write their own play, Caged, which played to sold out audiences at The Passage Theatre in Trenton, NJ and went on to be published. In Our Class, Hedges' chronicles the class’ grief and suffering, as well as their personal transformation in crafted detail, giving voice to those who our society often demonizes and abandons.
Stephan Whitley will take part in the live discussion. He’s a former student and a successful graduate of Rutgers who was locked up in multiple New Jersey prisons and is now engaged in criminal justice reform work. Register now to join us for this forum on Zoom
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Austin Carder and Emily Skillings on Wednesday, November 17th at 7PM
Mary-Kim Arnold, Nadia Colburn, and Kasey Jueds on Wednesday, December 1st at 7PM
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Food For Free is excited to announce that Viale will be hosting a benefit brunch in their honor on Saturday, Nov. 20th.
Join us from 10:30am - 2pm at Viale and enjoy a $35 prix fixe, where 100% of the proceeds goes to Food For Free thanks to the generosity of Viale staff and owners!
Viale serves up Italian-inspired farm-to-table meals in a warm and casual environment. Named 2018 Best Neighborhood Restaurant by Boston Magazine! To make your reservation, call 617-576-1900. See you there!
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Half-Day Retreat Online - Meditation for Beginners
November 20th 10:00am - 2:00pm
The aim of this course is to learn meditation using spirituality as the foundation for meditation practice. The course teaches a simple method to meditate, enhances your concentration, and enables you to gain a deeper understanding of the self. This course is recommended for those who are interested in meditation, who are new to Brahma Kumaris Raja yoga meditation, and those who would like to explore a spiritual path. Three sessions from 10am-2pm with 30 minute breaks in between each: 1st session - 10am-11am, 2nd Session - 11:30am-12:30pm, 3rd Session - 1pm-2pm
Cost is free as a community service. RSVP here. Hosted by BK New England. For more online events and classes please visit innerspaceharvardsq.org
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Around the World with Women Makers: A Global Gift Pop-Up Event
on Small Business Saturday, November 30
Travel with us to Brazil and Pakistan as we invite two wonderful local women-owned small businesses to join us for our first ever Around the World with Women Makers Pop-Up Event!
· Iona Klais, owner of IK Bio, collaborates with artisans in her homeland in northern Brazil to create sustainable jewelry and home goods from the unique natural materials of the region.
· Shazia Mir, owner of SOHA, weds her London-raised modern style and her Pakistani heritage resulting in gorgeous silk scarves and frocks handmade using traditional printing techniques by female artisans in Pakistan.
A percentage of the proceeds benefit Giving Joy, Abroad Modern's non-profit partner, to support women entrepreneurs worldwide.
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Coop Kids Holiday Event on Saturday, December 11th, 11am to 3pm.
Craft Kits, Fun & Carols on Palmer Street, and a visit from a very special North Pole Guest!
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December 17th-29th, 2021
(LIVE PERFORMANCES)
Enjoy music, dance, comedy, and carols in a joyful celebration of the winter solstice!
The 51st annual Christmas Revels, a holiday celebration like no other, takes place in the present day at the George and Dragon, a 17th-century English pub famous for its annual Christmas carol party and saved from economic extinction by an American couple. Sadly for the carolers, last year’s celebration had to be canceled due to the pandemic. As Christmas approaches, plans for a new party are being made – with unexpected help from visitors from the past who have some definite ideas on how the festivities should go!
The 90-minute production featuring guest artists galore will be a joyous affair and audience participation will be encouraged!
Tickets range from $20-$100 and are available by phone from the Harvard Box Office at 617-496-2222 (Tues-Sat from Noon to 6pm) or 24/7 here.
Masking and proof of vaccination or recent negative test will be required for entry. Learn more about our COVID policy at revels.org/christmas
For those who wish to experience The Christmas Revels from the safety of home or "wherever you may be", a virtual edition of this year's Christmas Revels will be available for anytime viewing from December 30th, 2021 through January 9th, 2022. Tickets for the virtual performance can be purchased at revels.org beginning November 15th.
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Need a job? We can help!
The HSBA manages a job page on harvardsquare.com. Please take a look and see if you are the right fit for one of Harvard Square's favorite businesses.
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86 Kirkland Street, Unit #1
A diamond in the rough!
Fantastic Cambridge location for a variety of businesses. A potential tenant could take the entire space or it can be divided into two commercial spaces. Some basement storage and three commercial loading zones.
View Listing Brochure here and property elevations here.
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It's never too early to start your Christmas shopping! Visit The Andover Shop for all your holiday gifts!
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We invite you to see our beautiful Holiday and 2022 Calendar collections now available. We have an international selection of Advent calendars and candles. Our collection of Holiday cards includes many handmade from local & regional makers. We offer a full selection of gift wrap & shipping materials for all your packaging needs.
Holiday hours: We are open regular hours on Thursday, November 11. We are closing at 4pm on Wednesday, November 24, and closed all day on Thursday, November 25. We are closing at 4pm on Friday, December 24, and closed all day on Saturday, December 25. We will open at 11am on Sunday, December 26. Please check our website for extended holiday hours through Christmas.
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Winter Term class registration opens on Wednesday, November 17th at 9:00am at ccae.org!
Register for online and in-person classes starting January through March. New winter classes include: Turkish Street Food: Spice it Up! with Didem Hosgel, A Queer History of Massachusetts, 1800 - 1969 with Theo Linger, Cultural Encounters throughout the Spanish Speaking World with Jose Lopez Espinosa, and more. Sign up for our newsletter to be the first to know about registration, classes, events, and more.
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LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEER/INTERNSHIP POSITIONS?
Interested in human development and protecting child rights?
Consider joining Distressed Children & Infants International (DCI) to help us manage our operational duties. We strive to develop a plan for each intern that both furthers our mission and helps them pursue their career goals. Work with us out of our Harvard Square office or remotely. If interested, please visit distressedchildren.org and contact us by phone 857-292-9186 or email ehsan@distressedchildren.org
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The Harvard Museums of Science & Culture, the organization representing the Harvard Museum of Natural History, the Peabody Museum of Archaeology & Ethnology, the Harvard Museum of the Ancient Near East, and the Collection of Historical Scientific Instruments, is pleased to announce their public reopening on Friday, November 26th.
New exhibitions include a Glass Flowers display, From the Hands of the Makers, that investigates the lingering mysteries surrounding the work of Leopold and Rudolf Blaschka, on display at the Harvard Museum of Natural History, and the Peabody Museum’s Muchos Méxicos: Crossroads of the Americas, that explores Mexico’s rich history as a site of human innovation, creativity, and cultural diversity. The Harvard Museum of the Ancient Near East presents the new exhibition Mediterranean Marketplaces: Connecting the Ancient World, exploring the movement of goods, peoples, and ideas around the ancient Mediterranean.
Additional information here
To ensure a streamlined admission process, proof of Covid-19 vaccination (or a negative PCR test), masking, and timed-ticket reservations are required under the museums’ new “Know, Show, Go” policies. Read more about the museum protocols and hours.
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Matching Miracles
HUECU is excited to be partnering with Credit Unions 4 Kids and Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals for the month of November to double our members’ donations to Boston Children’s Hospital! Members can easily donate within online banking. Those in our community who would like to give outside of our online banking system can use this link to give funds directly to the Children’s Miracle Network.
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Seasonal Pumpkin Ice Cream Pies
Pumpkin Pies have returned to J.P. Licks. From now until the Sunday before Thanksgiving, you can order one of our pies online to pick up in our store on Mass Ave (with 72 hours notice). Made with a graham cracker crust with a layer of caramel, a dusting of cinnamon, and our Pumpkin Custard Ice Cream, bringing this delicious dessert to any get together this Fall will make you the life of the party! You can also have your pie made in any flavor ice cream, including our alcohol flavors. Remember these pies are made of ice cream, so you’ll want to keep them in the freezer until it’s time for dessert! jplicks.com/product/Cakes-Custom/intro/
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Moleskine is pleased to announce a new collaboration with an iconic luxury brand, Missoni. This collection is dedicated to some of the fashion brand’s most historic patterns. Discover the collection in the Moleskine store.
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Virtual Open House on Sunday, November 14th and an In-Person Open House and performance of Faure's Requiem on Thursday, November 18th.
Join the boy choristers of Saint Paul's Choir School for the renowned liturgical concert performance of Faure's Requiem and an open house on Thursday, November 18th. The festivities begin when Dr. Thomas Kelly, distinguished Harvard University professor and world-renowned expert of medieval plainchant and early music, offers a 4pm lecture on the musical and liturgical history of the Requiem. The presentation is immediately followed by the 5pm performance of Gabriel Fauré’s Requiem, sung by the boy choristers of Saint Paul's Choir School and conducted by Saint Paul’s Choir School Director of Music and Choirmaster James Kennerley, with accompaniment by Assistant Director of Music Maks Adach on Saint Paul’s majestic pipe organ.
From 5:30pm-7:30pm on November 18th, Saint Paul's Choir School welcomes you and your children into its halls to explore its renowned musical program, classical liberal arts academics, and all-boys Catholic school atmosphere.
Saint Paul's Choir School is now enrolling students in grades 3-8 for 2022-23, with limited availability this year. For those who prefer to tour from home, we offer a Virtual Open House on Sunday, November 14th from 4:00-5:00pm.
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This landmark venue continues to set the standard in Boston for jazz clubs by offering a world-class roster of renowned artists in straight ahead Latin and Contemporary Jazz, as well as Blues, Soul, R&B and World Music. Supporting some of the very best upcoming and well-known talent in the business, Scullers has been host to musical greats such as: Cecile McLorant Salvant, Harry Connick Jr., Chris Botti, Jamie Cullam, Dee Dee Bridgwater, Christian Sands, Christian McBride, David Sanborn, Michael Bublé, Arturo Sandoval, and the late Chick Corea.
Located on the ground floor of DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Boston – Cambridge, this iconic club offers a classic setting reminiscent of the jazz clubs of the past, coupled with a state-of-the-art sound system, full bar and dinner menu, plus great sightlines from every seat. The platform stage provides a more intimate experience to fully immerse yourself in the rhythms of live entertainment.
Get your tickets today by visiting scullersjazzclub.com or calling the Box Office at (617) 562-4111.
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SOURCE will be permanently adding the 'SOURCE CALZONE & SALAD' to its lunch menu. Only offered during lunch Monday thru Friday, choose any of our house pizzas and turn them into a personal calzone paired with your favorite salad for $17.
Coming soon:
Our Apple Pie Dessert Pizza serves 4: $21
Lizzy's vanilla ice cream on top of a perfectly cooked apple pie pizza with fresh apples, cinnamon, creme fresh and a dash of Vermont cheddar cheese.
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Le Petit Salon Curl Concept was founded and is operated by curly hair expert Teo Sorce. Teo is an entrepreneur and expert stylist with over 20 years of experience in the salon and hair care industry. She is internationally trained in Manhattan, New York and Brazil. Teo has received extensive education in hair care, including Goldwell Holliston Massachusetts Academy, KMS California, and Wella Education International. She is a curly hair expert trained in DevaCurl, Curlisto, and Ouidad techniques.
Teo has owned and operated Le Petit Salon & Spa in Central Square for 10 years. It has been her dream to open a salon focused solely on curly and textured hair. After honing her skills and growing her business, Teo decided to take the plunge by opening the only salon in New England serving clients with curly and textured hair. After years of hard work and after conducting a thorough search for the perfect location, Teo opened Le Petit Salon Curl Concept in Harvard Square.
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Harvard Square Events on the Horizon
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November 20th Harvard/Yale at Yale. Stay tuned for a list of HSQ restaurants and bars showing the game on TV. GO CRIMSON!
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November 26th Black/Plaid Friday - Kicking off the Holiday Shopping Season with “Black Friday” and “Plaid Friday” deals, promotions and specials.
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November 27th Small Business Saturday
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November 27th Tree Lighting at The Charles Hotel
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November 29th Cyber Monday
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November 30th Giving Tuesday
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December 4th “14th Annual Everyone Loves Latkes” from 2:00pm until 3:00pm
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December 10th, 11th, 12th - “Shopover” Weekend in Harvard Square featuring shopping, dining, entertainment, hotel stays and an expansive holiday shopping guide….with so much to do and see, spend the weekend!
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December 11th Annual “Giving Tree” Lighting Ceremony and Holiday Concert
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December 18th Holiday cheer in the Square with music, cookies and hot chocolate
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October 10th
Relive the return of Oktoberfest with our favorite shots from our favorite day! View the Photo Gallery.
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October 22nd
The Harvard Square Business Association partnered with the Harvard Coop and showed the film ‘Coco’ under the stars!
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November 6th
The Harvard Square Business Association, Passim and Folk NE celebrated the 15th Annual Folk Music Month in Harvard Square with an afternoon of free, live music featuring Sadie Gustafson-Zook, Maxfield Anderson and Tader Shipley.
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Harvard Square Business Association
Two Brattle Square, Mezzanine
Cambridge, MA 02138
(617) 491-3434
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Need a Job? We can help!
Click here for a list of hiring businesses
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