365 Things to Do in Boston - New Tips Daily

Marathon Monday Baby! It's time to celebrate the honored tradition of watching the Red Sox, cheering on the runners and drinking too much. 

Begun in 1897, the Boston Marathon is the world's oldest annual marathon, and ranks as one of the world's best-known road racing events. Runners and spectators come from all over the world to witness this incredible race and enjoy Patriot's Day! 

Now, there are multiple areas to watch the race but the best locations are Fenway/Kenmore and Back Bay. There will be decent fun loving crowds in the area because of the finish line & Red Sox game. A heads up-the Ts will be packed and parking will be impossible so plan accordingly. 

If you want to grab a drink, try to find a bar that has the 26.2 Sam, in honor of the race. Most of the bars that have it are located in Boston and you can check out the full list here. 

So enjoy the day, have some fun & be safe!

The Caffeine Crawl makes its way to Boston on Saturday, April 13th. 18 participating coffeeshops and roasters around Boston will be entertaining coffee enthusiasts from around the world.  

The 18 participating locations are divided into three different routes with six shops on each route based on geography and transportation options. Route stops include 3 Little Figs, Pavement Coffeehouse and 4A Coffee. Tickets are available here. 

In addition to an event program, each ticket holder will receive an event bottled water with their goodie bag of Boston Crawl souvenirs and chances to win a few prizes! Ticket holders will receive a free sampled beverage at each stop along with a short presentation. 

Check out the Cambridge Science Festival Friday, April 12, 2013! 

The Cambridge Science Festival is a celebration showcasing fun and the leading edge in science, technology, engineering, and math. This event makes science accessible, interactive and fun! 

"The Cambridge Science Festival offers a wide range of activities including lectures, debates, exhibitions, concerts, plays, workshops, etc. – over ten days at a variety of locations. Modeled on art, music, and movie festivals, the Cambridge Science Festival makes STEM part of the wider culture by illuminating the richness of scientific inquiry and the excitement of discovery."

Are you a Game of Thrones fan? Do you enjoy a good Belgium beer? If so, let me tell you about this amazing new Blonde Ale promotion found at Kenmore's little hole in the wall bar, Lower Depths. 

"Producers at HBO approached the Cooperstown brewery last year about collaborating on a joint project that would capture the essence of George R.R. Martin’s spirited realm. Head Brewer Phil Leinhart said that HBO targeted Ommegang as fans of the brewery, and because their 'traditional brewing techniques and imagery blend well with the medieval feel of the show.'

The Iron Throne Blonde Ale is an easy-drinking introduction to more serious styles of Belgian beer. Brewed with both pilsner and honey malt, it has the nose and quenching drinkability of watermelon juice and the salty caramel notes found in a Werther’s Original. Ommegang also uses red wheat and finishes the brew by spicing it with grains of paradise and lemon peel, which lend the same spicy wheat character found in Belgian farmhouse ales."

Run to your nearest Ben & Jerry's for their annual Free Cone Day on Tuesday, April 9th from 12pm-8pm!

"An annual tradition since 1979, when the famous duo Ben & Jerry's celebrated their one year business anniversary, "Free Cone Day" is a way for the celebrated ice cream company to thank their loyal customers in the best way possible -- with free ice cream. This year all Ben & Jerry's Scoop Shops will be giving away plenty of their classic flavors, as well as some of their new flavors like Candy Bar Pie and Liz Lemon Greek Frozen Yogurt. If you haven’t tried them yet, this is a great opportunity to give them a lick! This year there's a new app for your smart phone that will guide you to the closest Ben & Jerry’s free cone location, and even provide a Free Cone Day frame to send photos to friends and loved ones to see what fun they’re missing. Whether it’s time for you to try a new flavor that you’ve been wondering about or just rendezvous with an old favorite and savor in the deliciousness that is free ice cream, either way it’s on Ben & Jerry. Grab a pal and head over to your local store for some good, ’scream fun! "

The Massachusetts Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure will be having their Fifth Annual Chefs for the Cure event on Thursday, April 11, 2013.

Named "2010 Favorite Charitable Food Event" by The Passionate Foodie blogger Richard Auffrey, this is one delicious way to fight breast cancer at this innovative and inspiring event with the culinary talents of some of Boston’s best chefs such as Jose Duarte, Richard Garcia and Nicole Coady. 

Chefs for the Cure is an exclusive tasting-style event that features an array of gourmet cuisine from Massachusetts finest chefs. Each chef will bring his or her unique flavor, style, and fare to the Residences at W Boston. Please click here for scheduling and ticket information.

Red Sox season is about to be in full swing! Can't make it to the game? Here's a few suggestions on the best Boston bars to sit and watch the game. 

Game On
82 Landsdowne St, Boston, MA 
617-351-7001

Game On is located in Fenway Park and has over 90 HGTV's! Always a good crowd and decent food. Apparently you can also get a group together and reserve space overlooking the visiting team batting cages inside Fenway Park. If Game On is too crowded, try Cask 'N Flagon! 

This is a tiny bar located on the side of Fenway. Located near center field, the Bleacher Bar looks out into Fenway through a protective barrier so you can watch the game from the bar. One of the biggest perks, you can watch the game and you don't have to grab the last round at the bottom of the 7th inning.  

Don't want to trek over to Fenway but will be in the Boston area? Here are a few other suggestions for you...

Brighton Beer Garden 
386 Market St  Brighton, MA 02135
(617) 562-6000

I would consider this a townie bar because its not in the center of Boston. Lots of TVs, good crowd and really good nachos. Get there early though because this place fills up fast! My suggestion for an alternative bar would be Tavern in the Square in Allston. Tavern in the Square in Allston is great for people who are in the area and a little bigger than Brighton Beer Garden. 

Champions
110 Huntington Ave Boston, MA 02116
617-927-5304

This bar is great for those who are in the Copley area. Located in the Prudential Mall, this bar has two large televisions and a decent amount of seating. What I enjoy about this place is during the game they will actually have the sound on rather than keep music playing like they do at some bars in the area. Pop in just to get the score or stay for a few drinks and some food. 

"Universal Pictures will release Steven Spielberg's groundbreaking masterpiece Jurassic Park in 3D on April 5, 2013. With his remastering of the epic into a state-of-the-art 3D format, Spielberg introduces the three-time Academy Award®-winning blockbuster to a new generation of moviegoers and allows longtime fans to experience the world he envisioned in a way that was unimaginable during the film's original release."

Jurassic Park will be available at the Boston Common's AMC Theatre and at Regal Fenway Stadium. Grab some popcorn and see this stellar classic while in theaters! 

"City Wine tours presents Boston's North End! Learn about grapes, Italian food pairings, and North End history while sampling Pinot Grigio, Sangiovese, Prosecco and Pinot Bianco. If you love wine and have a passion for history our walking tour promises to entertain and inspire.

This North End Wine Tour explores the wines of Tuscany, Piedmont, Abruzzo and more through a top-tier collection of North End establishments. Our wine ambassadors bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to each tour. Must be 21 yrs old to attend. Saturday & Sunday’s from 3-5PM."

For more information on tickets, click here. 

A Raisin in the Sun will be performed at the Boston University Theatre until April 7th.

"Raisin in the Sun is about a crowded apartment in Chicago’s South Side, each member of a struggling African-American family yearns for a different version of a better life. An impending and sizeable insurance payment could be the key. Lorraine Hansberry’s groundbreaking 1959 classic drama is an inspiring and fiercely moving portrait of people whose dreams are constantly deferred."