365 Things to Do in Boston - New Tips Daily

As the years go by - decades really - there are more and more generations that never truly lived and experienced the many struggles faced by African Americans. I am 23 years old, and ever since my first day of preschool I have viewed everyone as equal. My mom lived in Alabama and still tells me stories about the first day African Americans and Caucasians went to school together. Although my generation didn't live through it, I still think this is a great tour to take to help us understand where our country came from, and most important, where we are going. 

"The African Meeting House and Abiel Smith School on Beacon Hill, both built in the early 1800's, are two of the Museum of African American History's most valuable assets. Located in what once was the heart of Boston's 19^th-century African American community, these buildings remain a showcase of black community organization and enduring testimony to black craftsmanship."

The Black Heritage Freedom Tour in Beacon Hill needs to be your next on your list of things to do in Boston. It is a 1.6 mile walking tour with the largest collection of historic sites in the country relating to the life of a free African American community prior to the Civil War.

Guided tours available year around by appointment (617) 742-5415 and at 10, noon, and 2 pm Memorial Day through Labor Day. I copy and pasted these times so check out their website here and make sure to give them a call to find out more.

Tonight at 6PM at Boston Public Library in Back Bay (700 Boylston Street) make some last minute plans to attend today's author talk series. Tonight Chris Berdik, author of Mind Over Mind: The Surprising Power of Expectations, will grace us with his presence and insight on his powerful thoughts regarding the power of our mind. 

"Mind Over Mindexplores the frontiers of expectations research, revealing how our brains work in the future tense and how our assumptions—about the next few milliseconds or the next few years—bend reality. It shows how expectations can sometimes make us healthier, stronger, smarter, and more successful while other times leave us depressed and defeated."

There is always room for improvement when it comes to improving our way of life (especially if it's free), so it can't hurt to stop by for a quick hour to hear how this guy has changed the lives of many. I mean, what do we have to lose? ...besides the terrible rush hour aggravation you're going to run into going home at 6pm.

When I heard the Ghost Busters were going to be in town, I couldn't help but share the news with all my peeps- aka you! I'm not sure if everyone has seen this movie as much as I have, but it is definitely an all-time favorite for many people. Watch the movie live at the Coolidge Corner Theater on October 22nd. If you haven't seen the Ghost Busters, then ummm... you haven't lived yet. It is an all-time classic. I may just be a little bit obsessed with movies, but trust me, this is one to see. Three scientists discover a way to kill ghosts but their funding is cut. Soon after they start a business - killing ghosts- an evil spirit Gozer becomes a major problem. I won't tell you too much, but keep in mind that Gozer is a 12-story tall marshmellow man. Scary, I know. (I would probably just eat him... just sayin.) So take a lazy day and make a date to watch the Ghost Busters.

So what is this Tutto Italiano you ask? It is an Extinct Car Day! The Larz Anderson Auto Museum is holding a lawn event for this years car show. This event is wicked cool and you can bring your Italian car or motorcycle. Many people show up with many Italian things they love - whether it be food, vehicles, clothes, or their grandparents (Italian grandparents that is.)

So what are you waiting for? Register today, because the event is tomorrow! The museum is open for your viewing pleasure until 4pm and lunch will be available on site for purchase from Tables of Content. And me.. I will be the girl in the corner flirting with all of the cute Italian boys... There will be Italian boys, right? I guess we will find out. 

Vanessa Trien and the Jumping Monkeys have been quite the buzz around town lately, and lucky for Boston they will be performing live at the Coolidge Corner Theater this Sunday October 14th. Vanessa is an amazing singer-songwriter who has an impressive way of entertaining children, and the parents as well. If you are looking for something to do with the kids this weekend (without boring yourself to death) I highly recommend checking out her show. 

As Boston Children's Music puts it, "Vanessa's shows are perfect. It's hard to explain and I can't quite put my finger on what it is they do differently, but whatever it is, it really gets the kids (and parents) excited!...She has some sort of magical energy that makes all of her shows super fun..."

So there ya have it. Vanessa and her band are going to jam out this Sunday. Don't be the only no-show!

Don't Sneeze - these glass flowers at Harvard Museum of Natural History are fragile! When I heard about these glass flowers at Harvard it was hard to imagine. Let me reassure you folks that this is no joke. Even in the cold of winter, a garden of flowers blooms in the ‘Glass Flowers’ gallery. 

"This unique collection of over 3,000 models was created by glass artisans Leopold Blaschka and his son, Rudolph. The commission began in 1886, continued for five decades, and the collection represents more than 830 plant species."

Check out the hours, admissions costs, free admission dates, and more here.

Pick a day this month to make contact with the spirit world! Spooky, I know. The Annual Psychic Fair and Witchcraft Expo is back and is bringing the Halloween spirit like no other. I've never been the person to sign myself up for spooky events, but I have been tempted to go myself. Many people I know have already been and rumor has it that this event is not the one you want to skip. Get your palms read, bravely confront your life with some of the most talented psychics, or get a past life reading. Head over to Salem this month and you will be in for a different type of Halloween treat. 

Hello young professionals. Tonight is your night to mix, mingle, and give back to the Boston community. The Boston Society of Young Philanthropists are at it again, raising money for nonprofit organizations in need.  From 6-9 pm tonight at GEM Restaurant & Lounge you should show up and join in on supporting Building Impact! Enjoy cocktails and conversation with young professionals while engaging in active philanthropy!

"Our vision is to educate, inspire, and expose a diverse group of like-minded young professionals to a wide range of nonprofit organizations, in order to be lifelong philanthropists. We are a Fund of the Foundation for MetroWest, a community foundation based in South Natick, and therefore have 501(c)3 tax exempt status.

Through social gatherings, networking, volunteer and educational events, BSYP provides young professionals in the Greater Boston area with the information, resources and leadership necessary to engage them in charitable giving, while raising funding and awareness for local nonprofit organizations."

So what do you have to lose? It's five o'clock somewhere and tonight it will be at the GEM Lounge- and I will be too!

The Christopher Columbus Park Celebration is today from 11AM-3PM (imagine that)! So I know you have been looking forward to your day off from work, and now you are probably choking on the tv remote. Don't be a couch bug! Enjoy Columbus Day at The Christopher Columbus Park, and celebrate the fact that we don't have to sail the ocean blue to find new places to live.

"A fun filled time that will kick off with a children's parade through the Park and wreath laying ceremony at the statue followed by a marionette show, magician, face painting, games and much, much more!!!"

Every Saturday during the college football season, you will find the Boston Dawgs, Georgia Alumni Association throwing down like no one's business in the basement of Cleary's on Darmouth. I am not a Georgia fan, but I did witness this event in person. Cleary's even had awesome specials including six dollar personal pitchers, 25cent wings at half time, two dollar sliders, and more. If you haven't expierienced college football tailgating in a while, then head over on Saturday's to Cleary's to relive the past. These Georgia Dawgs are dedicated fans with true Southern hospitality. You are sure to make friends and have a great time! ...I know I did.