SPOTLIGHT OF THE WEEK
East End House Community Ice Skating Party @ East End House, Cambridge — Celebrate the 15th annual neighborhood skate with open rink time for all ages, then warm up with chili, fresh donuts, hot cocoa, and indoor games that keep the community energy going
Tuesday February 24th
Winter Warm Up: Make a Snowflake @ MIT Welcome Center, Cambridge — Stop by the south lobby to fold and cut your own paper snowflake, contribute to a collaborative winter installation, and see origami snowflakes created by OrigaMIT throughout the space | FREE, 9:30AM–4PM
Makers + Mocktails: Galentine’s Edition @ Posto, Somerville — A beginner-friendly Galentine’s paint night where guests arrange mini floral bouquets for inspiration, learn foundational watercolor techniques, and enjoy a complimentary mocktail with all supplies included | $45, 6:30-8:30PM
Salsa + Bachata Tuesdays @ Havana Club, Cambridge — Structured salsa and bachata classes lead into a packed social featuring partner rotations, Latin DJ sets, and a full dance floor in Central Square | $15 Lessons, $10 Just Social , 8PM
Wednesday February 25th
Community Ice Skating Party @ Canal District Kendall, Cambridge — East End House hosts its 15th annual community skate night party with open rink time, an indoor warm-up space serving hot cocoa and donuts, and family-friendly games set up throughout the evening | FREE, 6–8PM
Wednesday D&D: The On-Going Adventures @ Pandemonium Books & Games, Cambridge — A semi-open, drop-in Dungeons & Dragons campaign set in an evolving world where players shape the story through exploration, faction reputation, and mission-based sessions | $5, 6:30PM
Villain Costume Themed Speed Dating (Ages 29–39) @ Secret Venue in Union Square, Somerville — Costumed speed dating with structured rounds, playful mini challenges, and a cinematic villain theme designed to spark conversation beyond the usual small talk; matches delivered the next day | $30, 7–9:30PM
Winter Blues (Live Music) @ Remnant Satellite, Cambridge — A live blues set featuring Shane Sager, bringing guitar-driven grooves to Satellite with full bar service and burgers available throughout the night | FREE, 8:30–10:30PM
THE STOOP’S PICK
Harvard Art Museums at Night @ Harvard Art Museums, Cambridge — An after-hours museum hang with DJ C-Zone in the courtyard, 50+ galleries open, Spotlight Tours, art-making in the Materials Lab, and local food and drinks for purchase; perfect for a night with friends or a date night
Thursday February 26th
Harvard Art Museums at Night @ Harvard Art Museum, Cambridge — An after-hours museum hang with DJ C-Zone in the courtyard, 50+ galleries open, Spotlight Tours, art-making in the Materials Lab, and local food and drinks for purchase; perfect for a night with friends or a date night | FREE, 5-9PM
Winter Mix: Outdoor Dance Party @ Joan Lorentz Park, Cambridge — Part of the City of Cambridge’s Winter Mix series, this outdoor dance party brings live dance performances, a fire and flow set, DJ-led open dancing, winter games, festive lighting, and hot food and chocolate with indoor warm-up space available at the Main Library | FREE, 5:30–7:30PM
Live Reading: Might Delete Later @ Remnant Brewing, Somerville — Seven local novelists, poets, and essayists share short, not-yet-public works-in-progress in a rapid-fire reading format at Remnant Brewing, featuring emerging and established voices testing new material live in front of an audience
Senior Year + Hot Start Live Music @ The Rockwell, Somerville — Expect layered synths, crisp guitar lines, and a stacked indie lineup as these two Boston-area bands share the stage for a full night of alternative rock | $12–$16, Doors 7PM / Music 8PM
2000’s Music Trivia Night @ McCarthy’s, Cambridge — Throw it back to the era of iPods and TRL with a full night of 2000s music trivia hosted by Best Trivia Ever, set in McCarthy’s upstairs bar space in Porter Square | FREE, 7–9PM
Drink + Draw @ Aeronaut, Somerville — Every fourth Thursday, this creative meetup sets up in the food hall of Aeronaut for casual sketching, shared tables, and low-pressure prompt rounds with optional communal supplies; no experience needed | FREE, 7–9PM
Après-Ski Themed Speed Dating: Skiers & Boarders (Ages 30–40) @ Secret Venue in Union Square, Somerville — Swap mountain stories and test compatibility through structured speed dating rounds with playful prompts, optional apres-ski outfits, and a social atmosphere built for active winter people looking to conquer cuffing season | $39, 7–9:30PM
WEEKEND SNEAK PEAK
Making Friends in Greater Boston: Art Museum & Café Day @ Harvard Square, Cambridge — Meet at Zinneken’s for a drink (included), stroll Harvard Square for 45–60 minutes of structured introductions and conversation, then explore the Harvard Art Museums together in a small group capped at for ages 22–32
Paint & Bake @ The Danger Den, Somerville — Bring a miniature figure to paint and baked goods to share for a relaxed afternoon of creativity and snacks. Some cookies and basic paint supplies provided; figures are not included
AROUND THE CORNER
Pitch-A-Friend Boston @ Aeronaut Brewing, Somerville– Ever wished your friends could sell your best qualities for you? At this live matchmaking night, they actually do as they pitch their single pals in quick slides inside Aeronaut’s buzzing taproom
Backgarden Art Night Market @ First Street Market — Backgarden Art’s first in-person showcase brings local artists, live music, a gallery room, and rotating vendors together for a full evening of art, food, and drinks
