In Scotland, on February 29th, it’s permissible and considered good luck for a woman to propose to a man she wishes to marry (which set up the plot for the big box office flop, Leap Year). In Boston, the Leap Day must mean good luck for Boston companies, because everyone decided Wednesday the 29th would be the perfect day to host an event. We’re not complaining though, because those events include burritos, whiskey and volunteering. Happy Leap Year!
Tuesday
4th Annual Boston Bike Update – 5:45pm – Boston Public Library – Spring is just around the corner, and it’s time to whip out that old fixie. LivableStreets Alliance will host the annual Boston Bike Update, in which Nicole Freedman, Director of the Boston Bikes Program, will present a report on the achievements, challenges and goals of the Mayor’s effort to create a “world class bicycling city,” including details on Hubway’s second season.
Wonder Women of Boston – 6pm – 8pm – Arts at the Armory – While there may not be any super heroes involved in this networking event, there will certainly be some incredible women making waves in Boston.
Wednesday
CMO Breakfast Series with Boloco – 8:30am – 10am – Fidelity Center for Applied Technology – Continuing the Ad Club’s series, join John Pepper, CEO and founder of Boloco, as he speaks at the CMO Breakfast Series on Wednesday.
Anna’s Taqueria “Spoon Ninja” Burrito-Rolling Race – 6pm – Anna’s Taqueria on Harvard St., Brookline – Burrito-lovers unite, as Anna’s teaches you the tricks of the burrito-rolling trade. Think you have what it takes to be the best? Join in the competition to receive an Anna’s gift card and T-shirt. Fastest roller takes home the “Golden Spoon” trophy!
Bully Boy Distillers Limited-Edition Infused Spirit Special Tasting Event – 6pm – 8pm – The Hawthorne – One of our favorite Boston whiskey makers, Bully Boy Distillers, is showcasing its limited-edition infused spirits on Wednesday night. With flavors like, white whiskey, apple, ginger root, honey and cider vinegar, you won’t want to miss out.
One Brick Boston Official Launch Party – 7pm – Petite Robert Central – One Brick, a nonprofit organization that brings volunteers together to support other local nonprofits, is launching this Leap Year. Meet the team and learn how you can make a difference in the community this spring.
Thursday
A Culture of Making – 6:30pm – 9pm – Arnold Worldwide – Arnold Worldwide hosts a chat with Ethan Marcotte, independent web designer/developer and author of Responsive Web Design, and Matt Krom, Principal at MW Krom LLC and expert in technical project leadership and business analysis, software engineering, design and programming. Please register to attend. Web design, Ruby Rails and beer will all be hot topics of the evening!
Saturday
Internet Marketing Boot Camp – 9am – 1pm –NERD Center – Hosted by Boston SEO Experts, Internet Marketing Boot Camp features experts in public relations, social media and SEO discussing how to drive traffic, leads and customers to your business. The day features a mix of keynote speakers, workshops and networking sessions.
Boston Bearded Bar Crawl – 2pm – Get weird, wear a beard. This Saturday at 2pm, join Sorry for Partying for the Bearded Bar Crawl. 7 bars, 12 hours, Beardhead hats and Sorry for Partying goodies. Sign up here.
Sunday
Home Mixology with The Hawthorne – 7pm – 9pm – The Urban Grape – Ever wanted to learn how to make cocktails in your own home? Jackson Cannon, the Head Mixologist for Eastern Standard and Island Creek Oyster Bar, as well as newly opened The Hawthorne, will teach you how to skillfully master four cocktails to enjoy from your own liquor cabinet. Not a bad way to end the weekend!
