Harvard Museum of Natural History, 26 Oxford St., Cambridge
Explore the beauty of butterflies and moths using preserved museum specimens. This three-hour workshop will introduce observational drawing techniques with pencil, and then dive into colored pencil techniques to create a rich, vibrant image.
O’Donnell and Soldiers Field, 65 North Harvard St., Allston
Bring your dog to enjoy the Crimson doubleheader as both the Harvard Baseball and Softball teams play! Harvard Baseball will take on Darmouth at 11:30am and 3pm. Harvard Softball will take on UPenn at 12:30pm.
All dogs in attendance will receive a free Harvard-themed item.
Livestream and Institute of Politics at the Harvard Kennedy School, 79 JFK St., Cambridge
Join us for a conversation with recent members of Congress Joe Crowley (D-NY), Elizabeth Esty (D-CT), Bob Dold (R-IL), and Jeff Denham (R-CA). We'll hear differing perspectives from two Democrats and two Republicans on some of the major issues facing our nation and world today, including former President Trump's current influence on the House of Representatives; aid to Israel and Ukraine; the death of Alexei Navalny; and a look ahead to the 2024 presidential election.
Livestream and Institute of Politics at the Harvard Kennedy School, 79 JFK St., Cambridge
Join us for an examination of the infamous Charles Stuart murder case that rocked Boston and the nation in the early 1990s, and the repercussions that are still felt across numerous facets of society today. We will be joined by Professor Khalil Gibran Muhammad, Director of the Institutional Antiracism and Accountability Project; Adrian Walker, Associate Editor of the Boston Globe, and Boston Globe investigative reporter Elizabeth Koh and Assistant Managing Editor for Special Projects Brendan McCarthy, who will discuss...
Livestream – Institute of Politics at the Harvard Kennedy School
Join us for a conversation with Arthur Brooks, author of "Build the Life You Want: The Art and Science of Getting Happier," co-authored with Oprah Winfrey.
Professor Brooks will discuss the dangers of social comparison, how negative emotions operate in our polarized environment, and strategies to emotionally self-manage amid personal, professional, and political stress.
This discussion will be moderated by Tarek Masoud, the Ford Foundation Professor of Democracy and Governance at Harvard University's John F. Kennedy School of Government.
Livestream – Institute of Politics at the Harvard Kennedy School
Join us for an important and wide-ranging conversation with leading scholars on multiple issues facing Black communities across the country.
We will be joined by Cornell Brooks, former President and CEO of the NAACP and Director of the William Monroe Trotter Collaborative for Social Justice; Khalil Gibran Muhammad, Ford Foundation Professor of History, Race and Public Policy at Harvard Kennedy School and Director of the Institutional Antiracism and Accountability Project; and Sandra Susan Smith, Faculty Director of the Program in Criminal Justice Policy and Management and...
Livestream – Institute of Politics at the Harvard Kennedy School
With anticipation building for a likely rematch between President Biden and former President Trump, join us for an insightful conversation with former Congressman, 2024 Presidential candidate, and Harvard IOP Resident Fellow, Will Hurd, alongside Chief Correspondent at the Washington Post and Senior IOP Fellow, Dan Balz.
Hurd and Balz will delve into the current landscape of the 2024 Presidential race, exploring possible developments and offering their seasoned perspectives on what lies ahead.
This discussion will be moderated by award-winning journalist and Harvard...
Livestream – Institute of Politics at the Harvard Kennedy School
With anticipation building for a likely rematch between President Biden and former President Trump, join us for an insightful conversation with former Congressman, 2024 Presidential candidate, and Harvard IOP Resident Fellow, Will Hurd, alongside Chief Correspondent at the Washington Post and Senior IOP Fellow, Dan Balz.
Hurd and Balz will delve into the current landscape of the 2024 Presidential race, exploring possible developments and offering their seasoned perspectives on what lies ahead.
This discussion will be moderated by award-winning journalist and Harvard...
This presentation will introduce attendees to Lawyers for Civil Rights | BizGrow and explain how to receive free legal assistance for your small business. You'll be provided useful legal information on some of the most common legal issues that small businesses owners face, including entity formation, contracts, intellectual property, and employment matters. Questions are encouraged.
Career Café is a drop-in space for job seekers, career professionals, entrepreneurs, and community members to leverage resources provided by the Harvard Ed Portal's Workforce and Economic Development team. Move your career or business ahead in the company of like-minded peers! You can work independently on your own laptop or use one of ours, either in a group or with staff from Harvard Talent Acquisition, our in-house career coaches, or with a small business mentor from SCORE Boston!
Join us for an opening reception for the Crossings Gallery's newest exhibition, Interference Patterns by artist Matthew Bajor! Enjoy snacks and drinks while you make (and see!) art with community members and local artists!
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Hear the inspiration and stories behind Matthew Bajor's artwork
Meet members of Artisans Asylum as they highlight the creative offerings at Allston's largest community makerspace for do-it-yourself ("DIY") fabrication
Participate in a creative art-making activity inspired by the...
Join us for an evening of art, fun, food, and more! This event is free and open to everyone. Gather with friends and mingle inside our Italian-inspired courtyard while taking in the smooth sounds from DJ C-Zone. Browse the museum shop and chat over a snack or drink for purchase from local vendors. And of course, wander the galleries to take in our world-class art collections—over 50 galleries to explore! Don’t forget to check out the current exhibitions.
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Science Center Plaza, 1 Oxford St., Cambridge
Running January 25 through March 7, Plaza WinterFest is a great way to enjoy the cold winter months in Cambridge! Join us at the Science Center Plaza for seasonal games including curling, ice bowling, and ice shuffleboard or year-round favorites including ping-pong, illuminated cornhole, or giant chess!
Hot drinks will be available in our WinterFest trailer on select days, free of purchase while supplies last! Keep an eye out for our Chill & Thrill Thursdays events for weekly fun for everyone!
Bright colors, transparent shapes, and distorted angles evoke questions about perception, memory loss, and transformation in this larger-than-life glass exhibit by artist Matthew Bajor. Inspired by a loved one's experience with Alzheimer's, Bajor's abstract art and uplifting kinetic sculptures encourage viewers to use love, empathy, and compassion to bridge lost memories and language.
Join our workshop designed to empower entrepreneurs—both those just starting and those already in business—with essential financial skills. Led by industry experts, you'll build a strong understanding of financial management principles and master the art of creating budgets that maximize resources for ongoing growth.
With a focus on long-term profitability and sustainability, this workshop empowers entrepreneurs to make informed financial decisions. Gain valuable insights into preparing your business for funding opportunities and positioning it for growth and investment....
Online or at Arnold Arboretum, 125 Arborway, Boston
The birds that populate the Arnold Arboretum rarely have to go far to find water. In the deserts of Botswana, Namibia, and South Africa, it's a different story, and the sandgrouse that lives in these arid environments has developed a fascinating adaptation to stay hydrated: these birds have a unique ability to absorb and hold water inside of their feathers. The chicks can't yet fly the long distance from their nests to the watering hole, so adult males make the long journey with the lifesaving water secreted away in their feathers. But how do their feathers hold water so efficiently? Dr...
Inspired by the A.R.T.'s production of Real Women Have Curves: The Musical and the essential question "How do the curves of life teach us about who we are?", this workshop will give participants an opportunity to reflect, share in dialogue, and creatively respond to their own curves of life using options like writing, movement, drawing, and more.
This workshop is designed for family and intergenerational participation, ages 9+ but an adult (or child) is not required. Prior experience or show attendance not required. Refreshments provided.
Embrace the New Year's potential for growth! Change often brings fear, especially in professional and organizational contexts. Are you or your organization experiencing:
Anxiety about professional advancement or organizational changes?
Uncertainty regarding restructuring, transformation, or other institutional changes?
Irritation, low morale, or disengagement since the announcements of changes?
Complaints or concerns about upcoming annual reviews, new systems/processes, or operational changes?