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We can't wait to see you at Yardfest this Sunday! Before the event be sure to:
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 Install the SOCO app: You must scan in with the iOS app or Android app
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Review prohibited items: No bags of any kind (fanny packs, backpacks, purses, etc.), food, water, umbrellas (see weather note), or bottles
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Residential community block parties
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Sunday, April 16, 2:00–4:00pm, Residential Neighborhoods
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Free Yardfest t-shirts will be available while supplies last!
- Quad (Pforzheimer, Currier, Cabot, and Dudley): Quad Lawn
- River East (Dunster, Leverett, Mather): Leverett Towers Courtyard
- River West (Eliot, Kirkland, Winthrop): Winthrop Courtyard
- River Central (Adams, Lowell, Quincy): Quincy House Courtyard
If you are a first-year, attend your future residential community's block party!
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Yardfest dinner and concert
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Sunday, April 16, 4:00-8:00pm, Harvard Yard
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Get your SOCO app ready: Your SOCO app ID card is your ticket to Yardfest
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Bring your Harvard ID: You should have your ID with you during the events
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 No re-entry: Once you leave Yardfest, you cannot return
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No guests: Guest tickets are not available
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Dinner: The Burger Bash will be served in the Yard from 4:30–7:15pm. Kosher options will be available.
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Water stations: While water bottles will not be permitted, water stations will be available throughout the event to keep you hydrated.
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 Rain in the forecast: Yardfest will be held rain or shine and we are expecting rain and colder temperatures on Sunday. Please dress for the weather as there is no re-entry once you leave the event. Umbrellas are not permitted because they will obstruct the view of the concert, so we suggest you bring a poncho or raincoat.
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Bathrooms: Portable bathrooms will be available in the concert area; bathrooms in adjacent buildings will be closed.
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Accessibility: Contact the Student Engagement team at studentengagement@fas.harvard.edu if you have accessibility needs for the event.
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Event Map: Check out the Yardfest Google Map featuring important event locations.
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We're excited to celebrate with you this weekend, but please remember that all College policies and local laws will be enforced during the events.
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 Look out for each other: Remember, if you or a classmate need help because of alcohol or substance use, the Help-Seeking Policy is intended to encourage you to get support.
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- Visit the CrimsonEMS, ProEMS, and HUPD tent on the Sever side of Memorial Church any time during Yardfest if you need help. They will be available to ensure a safe experience for all attendees.
- Tutors and proctors on-call will be available to help you throughout the day
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We can't wait to see you there!
Kind Regards,
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Lauren Brandt
Interim Dean of Students
Associate Dean of Students
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Jason Meier
Associate Dean for Student Engagement
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