365 Things to Do in Boston - New Tips Daily

"ClimbAmerica! is a climbathon hosted by Brigham and Women’s Hospital’s ClimbCorps to raise funds and awareness to fight heart disease, America’s #1 killer. This summer, we’re taking this unique and exciting event to new heights at Fenway Park – the oldest major league ballpark in the United States.

On June 7, 2014, thousands of climbers will come together to make history, climbing the stairs of Boston’s historic Fenway Park to have fun, get moving and help make a difference in the fight against heart disease.!"

Participants need to register by June 5th. Please click here for registration and donation information.

Cirque De Soleil is taking the nation by storm and they are back in Boston for their performance. 'Amaluna'.

The performances will be going on now til July 6th at the Marina Industrial Park on the Waterfront. 

According to BostonGlobe.com, Amaluna has "the jaw-dropping acrobats, the gasp-inducing contortionists, the skintight costumes, the chiseled bodies, and, yes, the don’t-know-when-to-stop clowns. But this production has something new: a story that has women at its core. And while it may lack some of the usual Olympic-style pageantry of your typical Cirque show, it has an intimacy that takes your breath away at times."

Come see Cirque De Soli at the Waterfront today while tickets are still available.

There are a ton of activities to do outdoors in Boston, especially in the summertime.

But, what should you do if it's raining and you have a few people visiting?

Well, here are some ideas for some rainy day activities in and around the city.

Museums

Boston's Children Museum
Museum of Fine Arts
Museum of Science
Elizabeth Gardner Museum
Institute of Contemporary Art

Museums are great for all ages! Boston has over 40 museums in the area with various attractions. For a larger list of museums in the area, please click here. 

New England Aquarium

The New England Aquarium just finished renovations, which means that even if you've been there a million times, there will still be some awesome new animals and exhibits to see! 

Duck Tours

The Duck Tour boats have a removalble plastic barrier so tourists can still enjoy the city and views without sunny skies. 

Concert/Theatre

TD Garden
The Opera House
Improv Aslym

In the summertime, there are a ton of performers that come to Boston. Whether you're into comedy, rap, ballet or circus performances, Boston has a wide range of venues for all the arts. 

"The Somerville Chamber of Commerce Dining and Nightlife Group presents the 16th Taste of Somerville on Wednesday, June 4, 2014.  Held in the heart of Davis Square, the 2014 Taste of Somerville will feature over 40 notable participating restaurants, breweries and retailers. Food and beer lovers alike are invited to taste through the myriad of restaurant options Somerville has to offer in support of The Somerville Home.  

From 5:30PM to 7:30PM, attendees will taste all of the culinary riches Somerville has to offer. In addition to an impressive list of notable establishments, the Taste of Somerville will also feature a Farmer’s Market, beloved local breweries and national wineries."

Please click here for more general information on this event. For ticket availability, click here. 

The Boys and Girls Club of Boston is hosting their 'A Night with Friends' event on Thursday, June 12th at The Ritz-Carlton Boston.

This is a great event that supports a wonderful organization. Proceeds from the event will go towards a summer camp children in need. Food & open bar will be provided and there will also be a short performance by a few club kids! 

 

Island Creek Oyster Bar is a fairly new restaurant that has popped up in Boston and has been highly acclaimed for their quality food, service and ambiance. 

Now, you can experience the world of Island Creek Oysters in a different way! Check out the Island Creek Farm Tours in Duxbury! 

"Imagine a beautiful afternoon on Duxbury Bay aboard one of our oyster skiffs with an oyster expert as your guide. Upwellers. The nursery. The Back River. Harvesting. Processing. And finally, a visit to the Oysterplex to cap off your adventure. Before we send you home, we’ll fill you up on oysters and other local goodies."

These tours are a great way to learn a little bit more about oysters and enjoy a beautiful quintessential New England summer day!

Please click here to find out more about Island Creek and their summer tours! 

Nathalie Djurberg and Hans Berg's "World of Glass" will be featured at the ICA in the Seaport District. The exhibit will be displayed until July 6th. 

This exhibit is considered "an extraordinary installation encompassing 193 polyurethane sculptures and four video projections, A World of Glass responds to the transparency, fragility, and vulnerability of the world.

Swedish artist Nathalie Djurberg and Swedish composer Hans Berg continue their exploration of the complexities of the human condition in the videos by placing a cast of handcrafted characters in seemingly playful situations that inevitably turn sinister and often violent. The works address themes of sexual discovery, desire, and suffering that expose the fragile and precarious nature of humanity."

Please click here for further information on this exhibit. "World of Glass" may not be suitable for children.

Summer is here and there are a ton of awesome concerts going on in the Boston area! 

Here is a small list of some artists coming our way soon!

Morrissey
Saturday, June 7th
Boston Opera House
Boston, MA

Billy Joel
Thursday, June 26
Fenway Park
Boston, MA

Beyonce & Jay Z
Tuesday, July 1st
Gillette Stadium
Foxborough, MA

Bruno Mars
Wednesday, July 2nd
TD Garden
Boston, MA

Want to know who else is playing in & around Boston? Check out the list here. 

"Every year, the Massachusetts Military Heroes organization plants a Garden of Flags - 37,000 of them - in front of the Soldiers and Sailors Monument on Boston Common to commemorate each of the Massachusetts service members who have given his or her lives to defend the United States and our freedom since the Revolutionary War.

Flags will be in place from Wednesday, May 21 through sundown on Monday, May 26.  A ceremony to honor Massachusetts service members killed in Iraq and Afghanistan will be held on the Common on Thursday, May 22nd at 10am."

Please click here for information on this and other Massachusetts Military Hero events.

Following the SoWa Open Market, the Greenway Open Market will be opening soon! On Saturday, May 24th, the Greenway Open Market will be taking over the Rose Kennedy Greenway by the North End and feature an array of art from a variety of vendors. 

"The Greenway Open Market is a vibrant arts market that features talented area artists, crafters and independent designers. It is held on Saturdays from May to October along the Wharf District Parks on the Rose Kennedy Greenway in downtown Boston. Visitors will find exceptional handmade and locally produced products including fine art, jewelry, ceramics, crafts, apparel, accessories, and fair trade/eco friendly handmade imports. 

Come explore the parks and stroll tree lined promenades, take in the city sights, soak up sunshine, play in the Rings Fountain, eat at a food truck, and shop local!"

For more information on the Greenway Open Market, please visit GreenwayOpenMarket.com!