Although your work may soon pile up as the school year gets hectic, life outside the Harvard bubble goes on. These events will appease your senses or physique and give you a break from the daily grind.

1. HANDS & LEGS: Work

Volunteer at the Harvard Community Garden

When: Saturday, September 4, 4-6 p.m.

2. EARS: Hear Good Music

Berklee BeanTown Jazz Festival

Where: Berklee College of Music

When: September 15-25

Thursday Night Club Passim Summer Concert Series

Where: Cambridge Center Plaza, Kendall Square

When: Wednesdays 12-1 p.m.

3. EYES: See Cool Art

Charles LeDray "workworkworkworkwork"

Where: The Institute of Contemporary Art Boston (ICA)