365 Things to Do in Boston - New Tips Daily

Boston Sailing Center will be having free sailing trips on Saturday, June 29th! The trips are from 1-4pm and dock from 54 Lewis Warf in the North End. The captain will take guests on a 20-30 minute trip around the harbor! 

Enjoy the wonderful weather, sit back and enjoy the views. The yachts will be captained by experience sailors so no experience is needed. The free sailing trips are on a first come first serve basis so make sure you come early! 

Founded in 1977, the Boston Sailing Center has become the most popular sailing school/sailing club in New England. The Center is open every day, 9am until sunset, during the regular season (early May through October). During the winter months we offer frostbite racing, navigation courses, seminars and social activities. Throughout the year, we offer vacation charters in exotic locations. -bostonsailingcenter.com

Ready to take a dip but don't want to go to the beach? Here are a list of the few swanky public pools in the Boston area. 

Colonnade Hotel Roof Top Pool
120 Huntington Ave, Boston, MA 02116
Have a few drinks and check out the amazing views of Boston from the top of the Colonnade! If you are a Colonnade guest it is free, otherwise it is $50 for a full day or $25 after 3pm.

Rooftop at Revere
200 Stuart St, Boston, MA 02116
Relax at the The Revere Hotel. Grab some friends and chill in one of the cabanas and enjoy the food and drink service.  Admission for those who aren't guests of the hotel is $30 per day.

Hotel Indigo
399 Grove St, Newton, MA 02462
Located in Newton, this oasis is located right on the T line and has a large contemporary outdoor area with pool. Hotel Indigo also hosts evening parties and have fire pits for those memorable late nights. Entry is $25 per person.

Shakespeare on the Common is back from July 6th-28th! This year the performance will be "The Two Gentlemen of Verona" directed by Steve Maler. 

"'Two Gents' tells the tale of two friends who leave their hometown of Verona to find their happy fortunes in Milan. Instead, they find temptation, trickery, and trouble as they vie for favor with the high-society Duke... and his debutante daughter. All are drawn into a web of disguise and secrecy where the last thing anyone wants is for the truth to surface -- least of all the dog."

Shakespeare on the Common has been an 18 year tradition that has drawn decent size crowds through the years. This year, the Commonwealth Shakespeare Company is dedicating the event to Mayor Menino and his wife to thank them for their support in the theatre community. 

Bruno Mars will be coming to TD Garden on Wednesday, June 26th! Enjoy his latest hits such as "When I Was Your Man" and "Locked Out of Heaven".  The 'Moonshine Jungle Tour' begins on June 22, 2013 and will continue through March 16, 2014. The opening act for the June 26 concert will be Fitz & The Tantrums who produced "MoneyGrabber" and "Out of My League".  

"When the pop and soul sprite played the Agganis Arena in 2011, his high levels of energy, musical prowess, dance moves, and musical heft came as something of a surprise given the lightweight sensibility of his songs. Following the release of the dynamite, "Unorthodox Jukebox" we expect Mars to be even more out of this world in 2013. Simpatico spirits Fitz and the Tantrums handles the warm up duties. "

Tickets are available through Ticketmaster and Stubhub. 

The Boston Center for Adult Education is launcing a series of beginner couples dance classes! Check out ballroom dancing, swing or salsa! These dance classes are fun and a great way to stay in shape! 

Couples of all varieties are encouraged to attend; from siblings to best friends, co-workers to romantic partners. The ballroom and swing dancing classes start on Tuesday, July 16th with salsa on Wednesday, July 17th. Only one registration per couple is required with a fee of $120/$102 for members. 

Check the BCAE for further information on classes, times and registration. 

From June 20-22, Hampton Beach will be having their Master Sand Sculpting Competition! 

Sitting about an hour north of Boston, Hampton Beach in New Hampshire is a great place to bring friends and family. Their boardwalk has ton of restaurants, shops, mini golf and an arcade center. You can spend the whole day enjoying the sand sculptures this weekend or walk on the boardwalk and grab some ice cream and awesome seafood! 

Although the competition will be this weekend, the sand sculptures are scheduled to stay until early July with weather permitting.

"This year Hampton Beach will feature a sponsor site of 150 tons. Ten world class masters vying for $15,000.00 in purse and entry awards, free lessons and will be illuminated at night for viewing and much much more. Hampton has attracted the attention of millions of visitors who came to watch something which is part sculpture part performance art."

On Saturday, June 22nd, there will be a free sand sculpting class from 1-3pm. Patrons can also participate in the People's Choice Award and watch the Awards Ceremony on Sea Shell Stage. There will even be a special fireworks display at 9:30pm! 

Boston JerkFest will be coming to the Benjamin Franklin Institute of Technology in the South End on Saturday June 29th. There are two sessions, one at 11am-3pm and the second from 4pm-8pm.

Boston Jerkfest is an  "out-door/in-door family-friendly Caribbean style foodie festival that features Jamaican jerk spiced food and all foods hot. It will feature top local Caribbean Chefs, authentic Caribbean, international and local spicy food for sale, including specialty foods such as: spicy jams, nuts, desserts, and traditional home-made drinks from the Caribbean with entertainment and performances for the whole family. "

The event will also have a Rum & Brew tasting for those 21 and over, entertainment and prizes! Tickets are available on the Boston Jerfest Eventbrite website. 

The Boston Health & Fitness Expo will be coming to the Hynes Convention Center on June 22-23. This Health & Fitness Expo will give guests a chance to ask physicians questions, talk about concerns and have free screenings and check ups. There will also be food demonstrations at select times on stage. 

There will also be fun events such as Zumba fitness classes and yoga! Kids will enjoy this expo too with games, giveaways, health snacks and the 7 News Sportscaster booth where kids can record a show! 

Vince Wilfork, Mario Lopez and Danni Allen are a few of the celebrities that will be on the center stage to share their stories and talk about the importance of a healthy lifestyle. 

This is a free event that is open to the public. Hours are 10am-5pm. Check the Boston Health & Fitness Expo website for further details. 

"Just 15 minutes from downtown Boston, Spectacle Island is ideal for hiking, swimming, boating, and learning. Stop in at a “green” visitor center with exhibits about the history and evolution of the island. Go swimming on a sandy beach (one of the few on the islands) supervised by trained lifeguards in the summer. Take in panoramic views of the harbor and city from the tallest hill on the Boston Harbor Islands. The marina makes it a popular destination for boaters.  

Georges Island is dominated by historic Fort Warren, a Civil War-era fort known for its graceful granite archways and reputed ghost, the Lady in Black. The fort and its grassy parade ground are a popular place for a scenic low-stress walk. Take a ranger-guided tour or visit the new museum with exhibits about the history of the fort. Enjoy a picnic under the shade of a tree. Get exceptional views of the surrounding islands and Boston Light from the ramparts and towers. Georges Island is a frequent stop for the island ferries and provides a jumping-off point for other islands.

Small and picturesque, Bumpkin Island was home to American Indians, a fish-drying operation, tenant farmers, a naval training camp, polio patients, and more. Now it’s a quiet camping destination, with ten smaller campsites (max. capacity 4 each) and one group campsite (max. capacity 25). Its slate and shell beaches and open areas make Bumpkin a relaxing place to wander. Walk trails lined with wildflowers. Explore the remains of a stone farmhouse and children’s hospital. Watch the sun rise from your campsite."

These islands, and the other Boston Harbor Islands, have events throughout the summer. Check out the Boston Harbor Islands website for more island and transportation information and plan your visit today! 

The greatest Boston beach BBQ is happening this weekend! June 21st-23rd is the Phantom Gourmet BBQ Beach Party is back in at City Hall Plaza!

Come for the fun, fantastic BBQ and beer! The best barbequers from all over the world come here to celebrate their amazing skills for a limited time! Tickets are $5 online and $10 at the door. The tickets do not include food and beverages so come prepared!

Along with this mouthwatering food will be awesome music, entertainment and a beach bar where you can chill with your feet in the sand, right in government center! There will even be a Nathan's Hot Dog eating contest and a red rib cook off!

If you haven't done the Phantom Gourmet BBQ, you are definitely missing out, get your tickets while they last and enjoy the best ribs and brisket you ever had right in Boston.