365 Things to Do in Boston - New Tips Daily

Begin planning your Friday night cocktail and call a babysitter! The Beehive on Tremont Street will be adding some new and exciting things to their menu. The expert mixologists at The Beehive have just released a new winter cocktail menu highlighting the very thing that makes The Beehive so popular for locals and out-of-towners alike; its impeccable skill at combining the desirable with the unexpected and serving it up in what can only be described as “The Beehive experience.”

"The Beehive’s newest incarnation of its cocktail menu features creative seasonal offerings such as the Cranberry Mojito, a spin on the classic, made in-house with drunken cranberries (marinated in rum and Cointreau) $12.50, the Alpine Mai Tai, dark & light rums, Zirbenz Pine liqueur, almond, falernum, $13, and the Kentucky Orchard, butter infused bourbon, fresh apple cider and St. Elizabeth Allspice Dram, $12. But, while guests can go in expecting a twist on some of their favorites, they can also order lesser known libations such as the El Chicano, Bulleit Rye, Kahlua, Coffee Bitters, Dash of Illegal Mezcal Joven, $12.50 and theSmoking Jacket, Hennessey VS Cognac, Tobacco Simple Syrup, Cassis, $13.50."

So head on over to The Beehive and enjoy their nightly live performances which vary from Jazz to Blues... oh, and of course your pimped out cocktail!

WHERE:        The Beehive, 541 Tremont Street, Boston, MA 02116 | P. 617.423.0069

WHEN:            Now through Spring 2013, (exact date not known).

INFO:              No cover charge, cash bar.

Head on over to 1325 Commonwealth Avenue tomorrow at noon and you will be in for quite the treat! Aerosmith has decided to play a free concert, in memory of the place where they created many of their top songs.

"On Monday at noon, the band will be immortalized at 1325 Commonwealth Ave. — the Brighton apartment building where Steven Tyler, Joe Perry, Tom Hamilton, Joey Kramer and Brad Whitford began it all.

Not only will the band stage a mini-concert on the back of a flat-bed truck, they will also do the Hollywood Walk of Fame thing and imprint their hands in cement in front of the building." 

This is going to be awesome so make sure to go. If you plan on taking the train, keep in mind that it will be closed down for majority of the day. The green B line won't be running from Harvard Avenue to Washington Street from 630AM-430PM. This may cramp your style on the way to work, but for many it is completely worth it!

With the presidential election right around the corner, Every Four Years is a festive and appropriate exhibit to attend. Grand Circle Gallery and the Robert Klein Gallery of Boston have brought to Boston a flash back in time. This exhibit is educational, fun, and very interesting.

"Through vintage photographs and prints from the 1948 to 2008, this collaborative exhibit explores the public and private sides of presidential candidates, as well as pivotal moments in voting and Civil Rights for Americans over the years. Campaign posters from the Library of Congress and an annotated presidential time line round out the retrospective."

Take a look back at history and make it over to Grand Circle Gallery before November 17th.

Get involved in our next Boston first time home buying class if you're planning to buy in the near future.  This class is a great opportunity to learn how to buy a home or condo in Boston the right way, saving you time and money. The home buying process can be a bit intimidating at first, but it doesn't need to be.  Join a small group of your home buying peers in a low key setting for a lively and educational class.  There are usually about 20-25 home buyers in attendance - enjoying the pizza, beer, and wine we provide to keep the atmosphere casual and fun - all while picking up some really useful Boston specific real estate and home buying advice.  After our class, you'll be well on your way to buying a home or condo in Boston. The best part - the class is free to attend. Get more details and RSVP here.

At Charlesgate Realty, one of our core philosophies is to educate clients to make better real estate decisions.  We conduct regular educational sessions for the public to carry out that goal.  At this First Time Boston Home Buyer Classwe'll have a mortgage lender and a real estate buyer agent lead the class and discuss topics such as:

• Renting vs. Buying: Whether it even makes sense for you to buy right now
• Home buying process and timeline: How long it actually takes to buy
• Working with an agent: How it works and whether or not you really need one
• Listing Agent vs Buyer Agent: What's the difference and how it impacts your purchase
• What mortgages are still available for you to buy a home or condo
• How much cash you need to put down to buy
• Using neighborhood data (like discount ratios & real time trends) to value properties
• Negotiating 101: How to craft your offer to drive a hard bargain
• Top 10 online resources to aid your home search

This is a great way to learn about the Boston real estate market - and get a free dinner too!  Come and bring all your home buying questions - we're here to answer them. Get more information and register for our next Boston Home Buying Class on Tuesday, November 6th. We hope to see you there!  

If you love winter sports, than Boston is the right place to be. Each November, the Frog Pond in the Boston Common is turned into an ice skating rink. I'm not to sure which day in November they will make the big switch, so make sure to keep a look out every time you pass by, After opening day, you can count on the rink being open seven days a week. The times fluctuate by day, but no matter the schedule, Frog Pond is always filled with tourists and locals. If you enjoy a little bit of history in your rink, know that the Boston Common dates back to the 17th century and is known for being the central meeting spot for all Bostonians. Cool, right? Looks like it's true... some things just never change. Don't forget to tie your laces folks- i've heard that a fall on ice can be pretty painful. 

If you need me to tell you what to do today then we have some major problems... or you do anyways. It's Halloween so throw on a costume, and head on over to pretty much any place in Boston. Countless costume parties, neighborhood walk tours, children trick or treating (as well as high schoolers with curfews), and nonstop craziness at local pubs. Halloween in Boston has something for everyone. Whatever you do, don't miss it. Throw on a costume and just walk outside. You are sure to find something to do sooner than later. If you are lost for ideas than I suggest doing what I will be doing: Trick or Treating! If you have a witch hat you could even hide in the bushes and scare little kids. For some reason I feel like that will be somewhere on my agenda. Boo!!

Quit complaining about Hurricane Sandy. Yes I know, it must be so awful to not have to go to work or school, but there are no excuses for you to be a couch potato. I'm from the South, so post-hurricane days are, as ya'll would say.. "wicked awesome." Since we aren't in New Orleans and lack 12 foot gators on the streets today, why not go tubing down Beacon Hill. It sounds kind of crazy but I mean come on guys - YOLO!!! (you only live once) If you have "do something crazy" on your bucket list then today is your day. And you may even make the news! Honey badger don't care, so what are you waiting for?

If you are thinking about being naughty this Christmas season then... well don't. And get your mind out of the gutter! But hey, who said we can't be scandalous when it comes to our food and wine. Pull out your bad girl outfit and head on over to Tryst restaurant in Arlington this November. Escape the city during the entire month of November and get rewarded for a head start on holiday shopping at this award-winning restaurant and lounge.  

"Receive 20% off the purchase of any Tryst gift card during the month of November. Spread the holiday cheer to family and friends giving them the perfect atmosphere to wine, dine and socialize with holiday gift that everyone will be thankful for."

Tryst is well-known, delicious, and enchanting all at once. I know... I've been! And ladies, it's one of those places where it's okay to slap on the brightest red lipstick you own. So pull out the black dress and walk in like you own the place!

With Halloween just around the corner, it is time to start planning the big day! If you aren't into drunken boat rides, dreadful traffic on your car ride to Salem, or scary movies then the Beacon Hill Halloween walk may be something for you to consider. You will be able to hear plenty of ghost stories that haunt (or so rumor has it) this popular Boston neighborhood. As you walk through you can enjoy the Halloween decorations and the company of people who come to Beacon Hill every year to celebrate.

"This Halloween event highlights Beacon Hill's rich heritage of mystery and suspense. See the home of the murdered George Parkman and learn what happened to his dismembered body. See where the Quakers were hanged and famous men buried, and many more scenes of the macabre."

Sounds like a pretty lovely evening if you ask me! Don't forget your costume. 

If you are a BU student, or a resident in the Brighton/Allston area than you may want to go ahead and clear today for something a little more important. Have to study? I'm not trying to be a bad influence but let me reassure you - you WILL be missed, BY ME! Today is the day to be shameless and drink it down y'all. Head over to Joshua Tree to start the day off with games, food, prizes, and of course, The Patriots! This is a great way to kick off your Halloween festivities. Besides, you may need a few drinks in you to shake some of the embarrassment away... you know you will be feeling a little awkward in your Batman costume tonight so what are you waiting for. Get out of bed now. YES YOU! and walk on over to Allston's Halloween Bar Crawl!

When: Saturday October 27th 
Time: 3pm - 9pm 
Costumes: Optional but Recommended! 
Registration: Joshua Tree, Allston MA 
Prices: 
1 Ticket - $25 
3 Tickets - $65 ($21/person) 
5 Tickets - $80 ($16/person)

Raffles and Prizes: From 8:30pm - 9pm (Joshua Tree) 
Raffle: 2 Patriot Football Game Tickets!