Beginner Bonsai Bar Workshop 

Beginner workshops are perfect for you to grab your friends, grab a drink and come make tiny trees! We’re bringing the awesome art of bonsai out of the hedged in gardens and into the streets! Or at least into your favorite bars/breweries/pubs. Bonsai Bar is a night of fun you don’t want to miss. Learn the fundamental skills and techniques behind the art of bonsai while enjoying a night out with friends! Our teachers will introduce core concepts and guide your experience as you pot, prune, and design your very own bonsai tree!

Idle Hands Craft Ales

Art Classes@The Brewery: Mosaic Jewelry Workshop

Give someone you care for (including yourself) a lovely piece of jewelry made by you and infused with the fun of making it with others while enjoying a brew. At this class you will be able to complete a pendant, a pair of earrings, or a pair of cuff-links, each in a silver plated setting. You will be able to select from a variety of glass and ceramic mosaic materials. Some finish work may be completed at home - instructions will be provided. No experience necessary.

Art Classes @ The Brewery: Create a set of hand-painted coasters!

Join us for a fun and creative coaster painting workshop where you’ll unleash your artistic potential! In this beginner-friendly class, you’ll learn how to sketch and paint your own unique set of coasters with guidance from the talented artist, Bhagyashree. Whether you’re looking to paint freely or get inspiration from prompts, Bhagyashree will be there to help you every step of the way using acrylic paints and markers. Not only will you walk away with your very own set of painted coasters, but Bhagyashree will also share valuable aftercare tips to keep your artwork looking great for years to come. No experience necessary—just bring your enthusiasm and creativity! All materials included. $45 No experience necessary.

Art Classes @ The Brewery: Make Art with Nature’s Paint Brushes!

Join Naomi Kahn in a workshop exploring the use of leaves, evergreens, grasses and wood to create beautiful and textural wall art and greeting cards. You will learn how to blend these organic materials with acrylic paints and watercolors to make one-of-a-kind, nature-inspired designs. Whether you’re a seasoned artist or a beginner, this workshop is for everyone. Discover how nature can inspire your creativity and transform simple elements into beautiful works of art. Materials included, but feel free to bring your own leaves and natural inspirations. All materials included. $40 No experience necessary.

OysterFest at Idle Hands Craft Ales

Join us for our inaugural OysterFest with Revelry N'awlins Cuisine at the Idle Hands Taproom in Malden, MA. Delicious craft beer and fresh oysters served 3 ways. No ticket required.

The Multiplayer Museum

There is something special about playing multiplayer in-person with people, and the Multiplayer Museum gives you the chance to enjoy a gaming experience that you may otherwise never have had. Maybe you'll even make some new friends? Each event will feature 3 games being played, all centered around one theme. Each game will have its own separate screen, all of which are multiplayer. The selection of games is varied, all from different generations of consoles!

Paint & Sip: Pet Portraits

Attendees get to experience the joy of creating their own pet portrait with oil pastels on an 11 x 11 sized heart-shaped wooden canvas! 💞 Come celebrate Valentine's (or Galentine's) day by making some adorable artwork. With step-by-step guidance and supplies provided by the artist, everyone will leave with a stunning representation of their pet. The purchase of this ticket includes class, all art supplies, and one drink ticket for Idle Hands.

Sip & Script Calligraphy for Beginners at Idle Hands

Join Sip &amp; Script® for a Night of Learning Calligraphy! Join us at Idle Hands Craft Ales in Malden, MA for pretty lettering! Whether you’re a stationery nerd, DIY Bride-to-be, or just a crafty individual, in this workshop you’ll be learning an introduction to modern calligraphy with a pointed dip pen and ink. We will cover all the basics and get you ready to add those special lettered details to your snail mail, wedding paper goods, home décor and more! The perfect crafty night out! Class includes 1.5 hours of instruction and demonstration, our beginner’s calligraphy kit (two nibs, black ink pot, 2 letter guides, tracing paper and straight pen holder), and all materials to write on. Everything is yours to keep at the end of the workshop!

DIY Suminagashi Pour Art Coasters Workshop

Grab a beer (first one is included in ticket price!) and make something unique and beautiful. This workshop will get you into a zone of zen working with paper, water and ink by using the techniques of Suminagashi, Japanese for “floating ink”.   Suminagashi is a traditional art form from the 12th century that reveals the mesmerizing, ever-changing nature of water. We will be creating a floating piece of art on the surface of the water and capturing the swirling, ever morphing moments on coasters.  Take advantage of local brews offered by Idle Hands Craft Ales, while you work with ink and water to create gorgeously and uniquely marbled drink coasters using the Suminagashi technique! Materials Included: Marbling ink (multiple colors), up to 12 coasters / person, soft-hair brushes, shallow trays, all the supplies needed. Duration: 60min. Please book at least 24hrs prior to the start of the event so we can have the materials ready for you.   ﻿Location:  Idle Hands Craft Ales-89 Commercial St, Malden, MA 02148 *Please note: This event is for attendees aged 21+.

Beer and Cheese Pairing Workshop at Idle Hands Taproom with Life.Love.Cheese

Take a tour of New England and the Northeast through your tastebuds with this cheese and beer pairing class. During the class, we will learn about how different styles of cheese are made while sampling six hand-selected local cheeses and accompaniments. We'll get a taste of everything from fresh to bloomy to funky to sharp to blue and learn about what makes great pairings and which beers bring out the subtle notes of a cheese. All the cheeses and pairings come from small Northeastern Artisans. Bring your appetite because while it's *just cheese*, you'll walk away with a full belly and a head full of cheesy knowledge. About your cheese instructor: Kimi, the founder of Life. Love. Cheese., spent over a decade in tech as an engineer and manager before saying "Goodbye" to the cubicle and going to culinary school. She has a MLA in Gastronomy and an Artisan Cheese Certificate from BU. She's also trained in cheesemaking at Sterling College alongside Jasper Hill and now she is an artisan cheese instructor at BU. Her company, Life. Love. Cheese. focuses on highlighting American cheese makers and artisans with a special emphasis on the Northeast. Pre-order a take-home cheese kit to savor the evening's tasting experience from the comfort of your own home for $60. Take home cheese kits include 3 New England cheeses (4-6ounces each) plus three accompaniments selected to mix and match with each cheese. Your ticket confirmation email will contain a link for pre-order. The cheeses are selected by Kimi from the evening's tasting menu and include a soft cheese, a cheddar cheese and a hard cheese. Accompaniments may include crackers, salami and a jam or spread.

DIY Succulent Terrarium and Beer Night

Get your hands dirty while enjoying your favorite Idle Hands Craft Ales brew in this fun and engaging Succulent Terrarium workshop! Our expert host will guide you through the terrarium-building process, providing tips and insight on how to care for the plants to help them thrive. These terrariums are easy to care for and add a nice touch of nature to any indoor setting. See how everyone’s creativity and style comes through in their own personal, unique creation! And best of all, the event price includes one drink ticket, so you can enjoy an amazing, locally brewed craft beer! Materials Included: Glass bowl, succulent plant, soil, decorative mosses, small and large decorative rocks, drainage gravel, pair of chopsticks (for planting), figurine. Duration: 90min. Please book 24-48hrs in advance so that we can have the materials ready for you.  ﻿Location: Idle Hands Craft Ales: 89 Commercial St, Malden, MA 02148 *Please note: This event is for attendees aged 21+.

Idle Hands Chit Chat Comedy Show

What's up party people, December 16th we got a Fun Friday night planned for you! Grab a friend and a seat in Idle Hand's cozy taproom and get ready to laugh with our great lineup! To be showcased we have our hilarious host Cher Lynn Recently headlined the Rockwell theater, Shyam Subramanian 2022 Rogue Island Comedy Festival, Al Christakis 2019 MA Funniest Semi-Finalist, and Brieana Woodward 2022 MA Funniest Second-place winner. Seating is LIMITED so grab your tickets now! We'll see you there :)

Carols for a Cause

Join Opera and Classical Crossover Singer Natalja Sticco for an afternoon of Christmas Carols in our Taproom! Get into the Holiday Spirit and enjoy a few beers! Instead of charging a ticket fee, we will be accepting donations in the form of cash or non-perishable food items for Bread of Life

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Wondering what to do in Boston? Places to eat? Free activities? Good for a group? Date night spot? Girls night out? The best things to do? Ask Joyraft!

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S4: top picks

The most fun, cool and unique things to do in Boston. Can’t miss events, shows and experiences. Concerts, restaurants, bars, free things in Boston and beyond.

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S11: happening this weekend

What to do in Boston this weekend? From festivals, concerts, performances, free events, screenings and more, Joyraft has the best things to do in Boston.

25+ things to do in Boston/Cambridge/Somerville this weekend

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S21: roundups

Our top picks: outdoor dining, free events, spring festivals, best bars, upcoming concerts, museum parties - the latest in and around Boston.  Slug: joyraft-top-picks-best-things-to-do-boston-ma

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S28: calendar experiences

This week in Boston

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S20: c+d experiences

Discover new, unique events and experiences happening in and around Boston. Perfect for date night, good for a group or with a friend. Be the first to know.

The newest events happening in and around Boston

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S16: editor picks

The most unique and can’t miss things coming up in Boston / Cambridge / Somerville and beyond. Festivals, food, drinks, fairs, concerts, art and free activities.

Unique and Can’t Miss Things to Do in Boston

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S2 (A): top experiences

The most popular things to do on Joyraft. Concerts, restaurants, bars, events, parties, openings, kid friendly, date ideas, free things in Boston and beyond.

Top 20 things to do in Boston

Top 20: Joyraft’s most popular

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S3 (A): trending experiences

Discover can’t miss events and things to do in Boston. The most fun, unique and cool events coming to the Boston area this spring and summer.

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S17: interest based

Your guide to everything free in and around Boston. From events, to fairs, to festivals, to outdoors. Joyraft has all the free events happening near you.

100+ free things to do in Boston and beyond

Free things to do in Boston

Free things to do

S18: interest based

Where to eat and drink in Boston? Joyraft has Boston’s newest bars, restaurants and specials. Drinks and pre fixe dinner menus. Cambridge & Somerville too.