Harvard Squared

Children explore a forest pond with sticks and nets, searching for creatures in the shallow water.

Harvard Squared | May-June 2025

Springtime with Mass Audubon

Springtime with Mass Audubon

by Nell Porter-Brown

Photo of the exterior of Coolidge Corner Theater, with its vertical red neon sign.

Harvard Squared | March-April 2021

Returning to the Big Screen

Greater Boston’s small cinemas strive to engage film-goers during the pandemic.

by Nell Porter-Brown

Photo of a steaming pot to tea

Harvard Squared | January-February 2021

Create Your Own Spectacular Staycation

Timely tips to brighten the season

by Kara Baskin

Skier in action at the top of a snow of snow-covered Berkshire East mountain

Harvard Squared | January-February 2021

Defying the Doldrums

Skiing, snow tubing, and more in Western Massachusetts

by Nell Porter-Brown

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