I’ve scoured the web, asked people on the sidewalk, and harassed people in the office…about the best things to do in Boston…dare I say it…in the winter.
Cue the holiday music…or not.

Frog Pond
November rolls around and, Voila, Frog Pond is transformed into an outdoor skating rink with a 16,000-square-foot ice-skating surface, becoming a slick playground for kids–as well as a refuge for office workers, who can lace up their skates for an invigorating workout or a leisurely stride-and-glide.Frog Pond Website
Mon: 10am-5pm
Tue-Thu, Sun: 10am-9pm
Fri-Sat: 10am-10pm

Serenity Now at the Top of the Pru
Feel the serenity and peace of the city at the top of the Prudential Center, especially after we get dumped on with our first snow storm! To get more information on touring the hub check out their website Top of the Hub.

The Lighting of the Tree’s
Two tree lighting’s in two days…what does one do? I hope it’s not cold out, and not much snow. To the city’s full holiday schedule check out their site.

Copley Square Tree Lighting:
Wednesday, December 3, 2009, 5 – 6pm
Copley Square
259 Dartmouth St
“Boston Parks and Recreation Department join the Friends of Copley Square for this festive event complete with hot chocolate and cookies for everyone.”

Boston Common Holiday Tree Lighting
Thursday, December 3, 2009, 6 – 8pm
Boston Common
148 Tremont St
“Refreshments provided by in-kind sponsors H.P. Hood LLC, Cabot Creamery, Nantucket Nectars and Snapple beverages, Dunkin’ Donuts, Jazzy Apples, and New York Life. Entertainment will include R&B singing sensation Brian McKnight, “American Idol” Season 6 third place finalist Melinda Doolittle, the Boston Arts Academy Dance Troupe, the Masquerade cabaret troupe, and Magic 106.7’s Nancy Quill and Mike Addams.”

First Night
First Night 2010 (obviously New Years night.  ) is the 34th celebration of the arts and community in Boston. First Night is proud to present an amazing group of performers and visual artists who truly represent the richness of Boston’s cultural landscape.  Our celebration features longtime audience favorites like the interactive Fedex Family Festival, colossal ice sculptures, the Mardi Gras style Metro Grand Procession, and of course, two dazzling fireworks displays. To get the full scale and more information go to their website at First Night.

To be or not to be…a ski bum
I’d be willing to give down hill skiing a chance again, although I think I would prefer learning how to snowboard. (I trusted my brother one year, and ended up breaking a few ribs. Thanks bro!) Anyways…check out Blue Hills Ski area. Family passes are available as we as seasonal passes.

The Nutcracker
Being that I have never seen the Nutcracker live, I probably should go…Boston Ballet’s The Nutcracker is a must-see holiday event for the whole family! Join Clara on her magical journey through an enchanted winter wonderland to a palace of sugary confections. November 27 – December 27, 2009 Tickets can be purchased on Boston Ballet’s website.

6th Annual Sowa Holiday Market
Saturday, December 12, 2009 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
74 Union Park Street, Boston, MA

Featuring 80 juried artists and designers from around New England. From the fashionably chic to the hip and cutting edge, shoppers are sure to find an original gift for everyone on their list. Expect to find an exceptional array of indie goods, including: handbags, jewelry, pottery, letterpress stationary, silk-screened t-shirts, baby clothes, re-purposed wool accessories and more! 6th Annual Sowa Holiday Market website

Head over to the ICA

Probably one of the best time’s to hit up the art museums and galleries. You’re getting out of the house, but somewhere warm, and getting cultured as well..it’s a win-win. Check out work by Damián Ortega, Krzysztof Wodiczko, and Ugo Rondinone. ICA’s website

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