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Children, Witches Invade Harvard Square for Potter’s Finale
As the clock atop Cambridge Savings Bank lingered on 11:59 p.m., the hundreds of people in front of the Coop—many in line, many just watching—began to whip themselves into a
U.S. Potter fans mob Harvard Yard for ‘Wizard Rock’
July 20, 2007 Hundreds of Harry Potter fans packed the yard, dubbed Hogwarts Yard for the occasion, dancing and singing to bands who belted out songs inspired by author J.K.
All “Hallows” Eve: Anticipation hits fever pitch
It’s time to grab your wand and wizard’s robes and party with the Potterverse until Book 7…
Potter Parties
Harvard Square in Cambridge will be transformed into “Hogwarts Square” for what organizers call “the Best Harry Potter Party ever.” Beginning at 5 p.m. Friday, shops and restaurants around the
Books, films and now gigs: Harry Potter rocks
If you’ve never heard of wizard rock, you’re too late: this musical movement will reach its apex on Friday…
‘Blue’ has street cred, politically Performance artists brings issues to a vote
A ballot box sits perched on an adult-size tricycle…
For Harry Potter fans about to rock, we salute you
We’re the Hungarian Horntails! Are you ready to burn this place down into a fiery wreck?” yells 8-year-old Darius Wilkins, onstage with bandmates Rayn Feeney, 9, and his younger brother,
Three More Buildings in Boston Metro Area Achieve Energy Star Designation
Boston continues to be a national leader in energy efficiency for buildings, as two hotels and a residence hall in Cambridge and Boston have now achieved Energy Star designation.
Designed so you’ll walk this way: Harvard Square alley becomes a pedestrian oasis
In a city, it’s the little things that matter. When we think of architecture, we may think first about prominent buildings by famous designers. Boston’s Trinity Church in Copley Square,
From Harvard Square, With Love
In Harvard Square, Valentine’s Day celebrations will last all month long. The Harvard Square Business Association has commissioned a 28-video series called “With Love from Harvard Square.”
The Battle Over Harvard’s Square
Three-hundred-and-seventy years ago, Harvard opened up its first buildings in an area surrounded by wood yards and cows. Today, the University is one of the largest landowners in the Square—a
