Tavern of Tales is a new board game bar opening at 1478 Tremont St. Friday offers private rooms where patrons can play narrative board games with the added bonus of sound effects. The tavern will be officially opening in Mission Hill after hosting a soft launch Nov. 22.

The Harvard Square Business Association went all out in chocolate and free samples, setting the stage for a charming pre-Valentine’s Day celebration. For three days, Harvard Square restaurants...