365 Things to Do in Boston - New Tips Daily

"Grab your Mickey ears and get ready for the ultimate Disney experience at Disney On Ice celebrates 100 Years of Magic Presented by Stonyfield YoKids Organic Yogurt! Be charmed by a cast of over 50, with Mouse-ter of Ceremonies Mickey Mouse, sweetheart Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck, Goofy and Disney Princesses including Cinderella, Rapunzel, Ariel, Snow White and Tiana. Relive the magic of Disney’s Frozen with Anna, Elsa and the hilarious Olaf as they discover that true love is the greatest magic of all. Sing-along to over 30 unforgettable songs including “Let It Go,” “You’ve Got a Friend in Me,” and “Hakuna Matata.”

Exciting moments from Disney•Pixar’s Toy Story, Finding Nemo, Disney’s The Lion King, Beauty and the Beast, Aladdin and more will leave the whole family with memories to last a lifetime. Show off your moves at the Disney Magic of Healthy Living dance-along pre-show inspired by the Disney Healthy Living commitment as the celebration of the century skates into your hometown! " Click here for tickets. 

"Select Showcase Cinemas locations, along with Fathom Events and Paramount Pictures invite you to celebrate the 30th Anniversary of Pretty in Pink (1986) when it returns to cinemas nationwide for a special two-night event on Sunday, February 14 and Wednesday, February 17. Teen sensations Molly Ringwald and Andrew McCarthy drew raves for their starring performances in this bittersweet love story by John Hughes. She's a high school girl from the wrong side of town. He's the wealthy heart-throb who asks her to the prom. As fast as their romance builds, it's threatened by the painful reality of peer pressure. This film is rated MPAA-PG-13. Bonus content not rated.

Sunday, February 14, 2pm
Wednesday, February 17, 7pm

Also showing at Showcase Cinema de Lux Legacy Place (Dedham), Showcase Cinema de Lux Lowell, and Showcase Cinema de Lux Randolph."

From Boston.com: "Looking for a dreamy escape on a winter weekend? These romantic inns and lodges are a cupid’s arrow shot from the slopes. Reserving a romantic rendezvous at any one of these scenic spots should have you looking like a hero from a harlequin novel and skiing this season’s deep snow pack with your smiling sweetheart."

1." Stowe is known as “The Ski Capital of the East” for its seriously steep trails Liftline, Goat, Starr, and National–coined the Front Four. I think this Vermont spot is also the romance resort of the east, for its softer side. It has snow-covered sidewalks, outstanding eateries, and abundant après ski pubs. This town has an alpine elegance that you just don’t find in most ski towns."

2. "The Inn at Round Barn Farm is an idyllic place to stay during your Waitsfield ski trip. Whether you plan to pop the question or renew your vows, the 1910 Round Barn has served as a wedding locale for many lovebirds. You may not make first chair at Sugarbush or Mad River Glen because the three-course breakfast for the inn guests is so good."

3. "Staying at the 142-room Woodstock Inn, you are treated to elegant country lodging, four-star dining, and live jazz in the 1793 replica Tavern. By day, you and your sweetie can carve the fun, but not fearsome ski trails (despite how it sounds) at Suicide Six. Guests of the Rockefeller’s 1969 Inn can also cross-country ski around the resort golf course or snowshoe up Mount Peg or Mount Tom for panoramic views of Vermont, including several perfect vistas to propose."

Since Valentine's Day falls on a Sunday this year, it's the perfect time to spend the whole day doing something extra special. Here are a few ideas:

1. Have a staycation in the city. Many hotels do special Valentine's packages. Find them by clicking here. 

2. Chinese New Year's Parade, Ice Skating & Dim Sum: "The big Chinese New Year Parade in Boston's Chinatown falls on Sunday, February 14 this year - so for a non-traditional Valentine's Day experience, watch the colorful Dragon Dances march up and down the streets. Then head to your favorite Chinatown restaurant for dim sum (or check out our suggestions). Mid-February weather is usually perfect for ice skating - so walk over to Boston Common (depending on where you go for dim sum, just a few blocks away at most) and take a spin on the ice. "

3. Go on a romantic dinner cruise. Gourmet dinner, champagne, & dancing on a boat is never a bad time. Click here to purchase tickets. 

4. Dine in the dark: "Boston’s first dark dining experience has all the makings of the most unique dining experience you’ll ever have.  You’ll dine in our famed Beacon Hill mansion; enjoy a four course dinner as well as inspiring music and a story that ties it all together. Part fine dining, part interactive theater, all fun. Dining in the Dark is a world-wide sensation." Click here to reserve your spot.

5. Stay in. Make dinner. Watch Netflix. 

"Discover an extraordinary world of great wine and food at the 25th Anniversary of the Boston Wine Expo. The 2016 Boston Wine Expo will be pouring more than 1,800 wines from over 200 wineries from around the world, as well as featuring amazing food from some of Boston’s best restaurants, making this anniversary year a feast for the senses. With their Silver Anniversary theme you’ll learn about what’s happened with wine over the last 25 years and more importantly what wine and food trends are emerging for the next 25 years!

Join the ICA for tastings, artisan demonstrations, DIY workshops, and more every Friday from 5-8 PM in the Water Café. 

This Friday February 12th is Love Lettering : "Up your valentine game with DIY card-making! Craft the perfect love note for your sweetie or friends (or frenemies?) and get artsy with Lettering by Liz, who will walk us through calligraphy basics to give your valentine that extra something.

ABOUT THE ARTIST & TEACHER
Liz Roessler is a life-long Bostonian and professional lettering artist with a design studio / classroom in the city’s Leather District. After many years of perfecting her self-taught method, styles, and forms, Liz began offering custom calligraphy design work, including envelope art, seating cards, menus, programs, monogram and logo design, hand-lettering on chalkboards and mirrors, and more. For 25 years, she has provided professional hand-lettering work to a wide variety of clients, including individuals, companies and non-profits of all types and sizes, and some wicked famous people."

Click here for the full ICA Calendar!

Admission to ICA after 5 is included in the regular admission price.

"It has become Boston's "social event of winter season." The first two Monday nights of February in Boston are reserved for the Beanpot, an annual hockey tournament that featues Boston College, Boston University, Harvard and Northeastern. It all started on Dec. 26, 1952 at the old Boston Arena. The next year the Beanpot moved to the Garden, where it has been played ever since and become the official battle for Boston's hockey bragging rights. "

Monday, Feb. 8, 2016
Consolation Game
4:30 p.m.
Championship Game
7:30 p.m.

Even though the Pats didn't make it this year, celebrate the last football Sunday of the season by checking out one of these Boston favorites for Superbowl 50 this Sunday February 7th. 

1. Buff's Pub: "Buff's hasn't announced any Super Bowl specials, but if you want great wings, this is the place to go. The bar has eight televisions"

2. Canary Square : "Serving an all-you-can-eat buffet for $18, with pitchers of Yuengling ($12) and PBR ($10). The buffet menu includes taco salad, pork spare ribs, fried chicken tenders, a taco bar, cheeseburger sliders, and more. The festivities begin at 5 p.m., and cornhole will be set up."

3. Cask'n Flagon: "Right by Fenway, this sports bar has over 60 televisions, so you'll be able to see the game from any seat. The large menu includes barbecue, burgers, big salads, and lots more. For Sunday, there will be themed cocktails named after each team for $8.95 and special appetizers for $5 and under (spanakopita, Buffalo spring rolls, chicken cordon bleu bites, and tater tots)."

4. Cathedral Station: "Serving a pub menu beginning at 4 p.m. Prizes and giveaways every quarter."

5. Clerys: "For $25/person, get a guaranteed table for your group, two beers, and an appetizer sampler platter. There's also a wing-eating contest. 21+"

6. McGreevy's: "Featuring more than 20 televisions, McGreevy's generally offersgame day specials along with the full menu and bar. And confetti cannons."

7. Night Market: "Serving $.50 wings with purchase of an alcoholic beverage. Flavors include tebasaki, numb-numb, dry numb, fu sauce, rendang, coffee barbecue, and black pepper honey. Opens at 5 p.m."

8. Papagayo: "At any Papagayo location, arrive before kickoff, tell your server which team you think will win, purchase a beverage, and stay for the whole game. If you do all of these things, and your team wins, your food will be free. If your team loses, you'll get a free entree for your next visit. Reservations required."

9. Parlor Sports: "One of the coziest little sports bars in town, Parlor Sports is the place to go if you want to drink good beer and eat fun comfort food, from pepperoni rolls to pastrami sandwiches."

10. Sweet Cheeks: "Special menu items for February 7 include fried chicken and waffles; chipotle Buffalo monster wings; fried drumsticks; and a sandwich bar."

"Has cabin fever found your family? The BU FitRec Wonderland has winter themed activities for the entire family! Come by Friday, February 5 from 4 to 7 pm for Ice Climbing at Mt. Barreca, Scooter Sled Races and Snowflake Crafts!”

"We have activities for the entire family from winter crafts to scooter sled races. Come swim, climb our climbing wall and play in the Winter Foam Floor Hockey Classic. "

Located at the Boston University Fitness and Recreation Center, 915 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston, MA.

RSVP here.

Start your weekend off with a bang at the Institute of Contemporary Art. On the first Friday of each month, from 5pm-10pm, the ICA hosts an after hours event, themed around the current gallery exhibitions. First Fridays feature DJs, live performances, gallery talks, specialty cocktails, and more. The Water Cafe at the ICA offers a small bites menu and full bar - this is where you can find the cocktails inspired by the current exhibitions

This, Friday, February 5th is White Hot: 

Don’t let the cold keep you inside all winter long! First Fridays gets cozy with Cabin Fever. Channel the flannel and embrace your inner lumbersexual (plaid and facial hair welcome!).  DJ Knife will create some heat on the dance floor – prepare to get toasty and dance your ax off. And what cabin campfire would be complete without some scary stories (and a spiked drink)? We’ve got you covered with a montage of spooky film favorites. And as always, cuddle up with compelling contemporary art. Don’t forget to bring the scruff for our best beard contest (home grown or crafted, all are eligible).

POP-UP TALKS | Every 30 minutes from 6:30 to 8:30 PM
Trained ICA gallery staff lead 15-minute “talk backs” about single works in our exhibitions. Get the inside scoop on a work’s context, process, and significance – and ask questions yourself. Galleries close at 9:30 PM.

MUSIC | 5–10 PM
Check the long johns and stave off the wintry boredom with scorching dance party led by DJ Knife.

PHOTO BOOTH | 6–9 PM
Pose in your winter woolens for a snapshot with your chums.

CITIZENS BANK + ICA MEMBERS VIP LOUNGE | 5–10 PM
Exclusive bar for ICA members and Citizens Bank card holders! Redeem your drink ticket here for a complimentary Harpoon tasting, while supplies last.

Admission is completely free for members of the ICA and only $15 for nonmembers.

These events are 21+