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First Night, New Year's Eve
If you have any questions about First Night, check out this chat with Joyce Linehan, director of public relations for First Night Boston.
First Night Basics
First Night 2012 events start at 1 p.m. on Dec. 31 and end at midnight.

From Travel
Ski resort celebrations
Killington in Vermont is just one of the local mountains offering live music and entertainment.
Hangover cures
Oregano. Cow's stomach. Hair of the dog. Try these hangover cures from around the world.
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FROM HEALTH
Stay in shape this season
Plenty of seasonal activities around the holidays are a great workout -- from chopping wood to skiing to sledding.
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Boston-area New Year's Eve parties
Its one of the most anticipated nightlife events of the year. How are you going to celebrate this year? Here are eight ideas to ring in the new year.
- Interactive map First Night Boston events
- New Year's Eve events for families

Live blog
New Year's Eve in Boston
Follow this live blog for information on First Night Boston, New Year's Eve, and New Year's Day.


New Year's Eve dining options
Put on your New Years best and welcome 2013 with a full belly (not to mention beaucoup de bubbly). Here are dining options to ring in the new year around Boston.


Your photos
New Year's Eve celebration photos
Send us your photos of the First Night fireworks or of New Year's Eve parties and festivities.


from travel
Event ideas around New England
First Night Chatham and Bright Night Providence are just two of the many New Year's Eve events happening around New England.


Photo gallery
Past First Night pictures
Have you been to every First Night since 1976? Then you might remember some of these great moments and performances.


Food & dining
Entertain without the stress
Having friends over for New Year's Eve? Relax. Local caterers, home cooks, and authors share their tips for hosting a perfect dinner party.


photo gallery
Five festive drinks
Step away from the eggnog and try these holiday drinks from the Ladies United for the Preservation of Endangered Cocktails (LUPEC).








