365 Things to Do in Boston - New Tips Daily

Experience Boston in a different way with this Urban Adventure Quest. "Combine the excitement of the Amazing Race with a three-hour city tour." You'll start out at Boston Common, one of the oldest parks in the nation and from there, make your way through the city stopping at key historical points along the Freedom Trail. Attractions you'll see include the Granary Burial Ground, Quincy Market, Paul Revere's House, and the North End. 

"Guided from any smart phone, teams make their way among well-known and overlooked gems of the city, solving clues and completing challenges while learning local history. Start when you want and play at your own pace. " 

There are tons of start dates to choose from. See them all here!

Learn how to paint a masterpiece at the first ever Whole Foods Boston Beer & Wine Paint Night. Enjoy beer, wine and light appetizers while painting with their own in-store artists.Tickets are only $20 and all of the proceeds go to the Whole Planet Foundation - an awesome non-profit organization dedicated to poverty alleviation through microcredit in communities around the world that supply Whole Foods Market stores with products.

This event will take this Saturday, February 28th at 7pm in their Cafe. 

Get a chance to see the night sky up close and personal at the Coit Observatory. Each (weather-permitting) Wednesday, Boston University hosts a Public Open Night, giving you have access to their telescopes to stargaze, check out planets, and see the moon. Staff members are there to offer you educational tidbits and provide any help you need.  These events are fun,free, and educational so this is a great idea for kids or out of town guests. 

Be sure to check their twitter feed the day-of, to make sure the event isn't canceled due to weather. 

You can also give them a call at (617) 353-2630. 

Sure, we all know about the Boston Public Library, but did you know there's an afternoon tea party held there three days each week? For just $32 per person,enjoy tea sandwiches (think Lobster Salad with Marcona Almond on Pate a Choux and Deviled Chicken & Espelette Pepper), scones and other sweets while sipping teas ranging from Earl Grey to Matcha to White Wedding Tea. 

Here's a sample of their tea menu:

Afternoon tea is served every Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 2pm-4pm.

These events are hosted by The Catered Affair

Take a look at the full menu here!

Tap in to your artistic side at Drawing in the Galleries at the MFA. Held each Wednesday evening until August 26th, the MFA hosts an event (with limited drawing materials supplied) where you're able to sketch live models or objects in their collections. "A drawing instructor provides insights on drawing technique and the artist-model relationship as it informs the creation of artwork". These events are free with admission. Best part - admission to the MFA is free on Wednesdays after 4pm, so these events are very budget friendly. 

The next Drawing in the Galleries session is on Wednesday, February 25, 2015 from 6:00pm-9:00pm

The location changes each session, so be sure to check in at the Sharf Visitor Center. 

To check out this event and more of what's happening at the MFA, click here.

With five major pro sports teams, Boston is arguably one of the best sports cities in the world. The Patriots wrapped up the football season with an exciting Superbowl win, so now it's time to focus on hockey and basketball.  Emerge yourself in the Boston sports scene and head over to TD Garden to catch a Bruins or Celtics game. Buy tickets to the Bruins vs Canucks on Tuesday 2/24 here and Celtics vs Knicks here. 

For the complete Bruins schedule, click here

For the complete Celtics schedule, click here

There are few things better than ending your weekend with a Sunday Funday. So, gather your friends and family  and check out some of Boston's best spots for Sunday brunch. Whether you want to enjoy tasty cocktails and oysters at Island Creek Oyster Bar, try out the award-winning tapas at Toro, listen to a live jazz band while brunching at The Beehive, or build your own bloody mary at East Coast Grill, Boston's got something for everyone.  

Check out more great brunch spots this Thrillist article here. 

The 87th Annual Academy Awards are just around the corner. Watch in style while supporting the Ellie Fund, a non-profit organization that provides necessary support and services to breast cancer patients and their families.

"Join the celebration of film, fashion, food and fundraising" at The Ellie Fund's Red Carpet Gala this Sunday. WCVB-TV Channel 5's  Phil Lipof, Jim Lokay, J.C. Monahan and Kelley Tuthill will be hosting this event at the Fairmont Copley Plaza. Enjoy hosted bars with wine, beer and cocktails, gourmet chef stations featuring some of Boston's best chefs, live auctions and deluxe gift bags! 

You can purchase tickets here

Party like you're on Bourbon Street and celebrate Mardi Gras this Saturday, February 21st at the Boston Mardi Gras Crawl. Don't miss seeing Faneuil Hall transformed into a wild Mardi Gras party. Kick off the celebration by picking up your ticket at the Wild Rover. From there, drink and eat your way through all of  the festivities (including cash/prize giveaways!)  at some of Bostons best bars including Barney Fannings, Sissy K's,The Littlest Bar, and many more. Festive party favors, masks and beads will be given to all ticket purchasers. 

For more information and to buy tickets, click here

This recent blast of snowy weather may have you feeling like you need a vacation. If you can't get away, why not treat yourself to a relaxing staycation in the city?

Embrace this frosty weather with the Winter Wonderland package at the historic Liberty Hotel. This fun package includes "overnight accommodations in their luxurious guest rooms, a custom walking map from Beacon Hill to Boston Common, two VIP passes to Boston Common's Frog Pond Ice Skating Rink, two hot chocolates or Twisted Toddies in the Liberty Bar, and breakfast for two in CLINK". 

For tips from the Boston Globe on how to make the most of your staycation, click here.