Harvard makes sure ‘Boston Shines’
Even when sunshine gave way to icy winds and scattered storms, more than 70 Harvard staff and members of the community planted flowers, painted park benches, and picked up trash around the Allston-Brighton neighborhood as part of Boston Shines. In its 10th year, citywide cleanup event brought together staff from across the University, all of whom rolled up their sleeves to contribute to the cause on April 27. “We’re really proud to be making contributions to the community in a sustained and meaningful way,” said Christine Heenan, vice president of Harvard Public Affairs & Communications, the University department that coordinated Harvard’s participation along with Harvard Real Estate (HRE) for the 10th consecutive year. “Since last year’s Boston Shines, we’ve celebrated the opening of the i-lab, Stone Hearth Pizza, and Library Park. This is one more way for us to affirm our connection to the Boston community, and there’s even more to come...