For such a popular Rock nightclub, who knew that the food could be amazing? One of the top places one must go to before leaving Boston. Opened as a Lebanese restaurant in 1970, the Middle East spans three storefronts filled with throngs of patch-covered jackets and wallet chains who come to enjoy a provocative symbiosis of sensuous Middle-eastern cuisine (falafel sandwiches $3.75), belly-dancing (W), and cutting-edge modern American rock and punk acts. Featuring live bands every night, the Middle East is a major landmark on any tour of Boston's alternative music scene, with no less than 3 separate stages. Local and regional bands, including Harvard's own, play in the small upstairs area, while larger names grace the more spacious downstairs. Music ranges from ska to hip-hop, but leans in favor of experimental acts testing the limits of what can be called music. Good selection of foreign and domestic beers (bottles $3.50). Cover $8-10 upstairs, $12-25 downstairs. Check the website for a full list of musical acts. The restaurant area features acoustic performances and folk music and never charges a cover. The two eating areas inside the club provide delicious and affordable middle eastern food. For fancier edibles, check out ZuZu which is a part of the Middle East complex but has its own distinct personality. This section contains information from Harvard Student Agencies' Unofficial Guide to Life at Harvard.

Toad (the owner's college nickname) classifies itself as a “little neighborhood bar,” and it certainly is just that—a loud, lively, and very cozy haunt with a small stage and a laid-back feel. Live music starts nightly at 10pm, sometimes earlier; acts range from folk to jazz to rock (schedules are available at the door or by calling ahead). 12 beers on tap; never a cover. Informal. Cash only. This section contains information from Harvard Student Agencies' Unofficial Guide to Life at Harvard. Toad always has live music and its proud, as it should be, to never have a cover charge. It's a tiny little bar adjacent to (and owned by) Christopher's Restaurant. The unassuming bar could easily be overlooked if not for the great music that escapes into the streets when the door is open (and sometimes when it's not!)

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Jose Mateo's Ballet Theatre is a nonprofit professional performance company and school. The Young Dancers Program is a structured program, with courses from the beginning to the pre-professional levels for students ages three through 18. Classes are held during the regular school year; following the Boston Public School calendar. Tuition rates depend on level and number of instruction hours. The Summer Dance Program includes the Intensive Division for students ages ten to 18. YouthWorks: is a performing group of students, selected by audition, that presents public performances. The goal of YouthWorks is to bring ballet to diverse, under-served audiences and provide pre-professional students with extensive performance experience.

Sing out loud, sing out strong with The North Cambridge Family Opera Company. The non-profit group offers children age seven and up (as well as adults) the opportunity to participate in a real, theatrical production. Performances involve the telling of stories, many of them original works, entirely through song. Auditions are held in October or early November. Casts and crews are comprised of children and adults. Family participation is encouraged. The group produces one show yearly and generally stages six to eight performances in March. Rehearsals are held on Sundays during the winter months.

One of the best things about the Pierre Menard gallery is that it often sponsors special events.....everything from poetry readings to live concerts (many with free booze)....so it pays to stop by the shop and see what events they have planned. When you do stop by, stick your head in the small office and ask for the grand tour! You might also visit the small book store right next door, overflowing with rare books from notable libraries. The Pierre Menard gallery is barely noticeable. Presuming you even walk down Arrow Street in Harvard Square, you could walk right by it without noticing. Here's a hint: it's directly across the very noticeable BerryLine.

A small dance company that performs contemporary dance/theatre.