A woman named Ashley effortlessly explains the concept of all-gender bathrooms to children in response to a social media post, emphasizing that it is a simple and familiar idea akin to family bathrooms at home, highlighting the importance of understanding and supporting gender inclusivity for kids.
In Harvard Square, a community fridge warms up Church Street
The Fridge in the Square provides food and fellowship to an evolving neighborhood.
By Kara Baskin Globe Correspondent,Updated January 12, 2021, 12:00 p.m.
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A community fridge has been regularly stocked with food at its Church Street location in Harvard Square. Volunteer Denise Jillson unpacks bags of groceries.John Tlumacki/Globe Staff
The streets are often empty. Restaurants are deserted; shops are quiet and hotels are, too. There are no throngs of students; no hums of activity. But here in Harvard Square, a new gathering place has emerged, completely of its time: the Fridge in the Square.