Peace and Christmas have long been inextricably linked. One of the most famous examples of this is the Christmas truce during World War I, in which British and German troops began a ceasefire on Christmas Eve.
News, On Campus, Top Story
BC Celebrates Annual Christmas Tree Lighting With Singing and Festivities
Boston College’s annual Christmas tree lighting marked the start of the holiday season on the Heights. Students sipped hot chocolate, stuffed teddy bears, and roasted marshmallows as green and red lights illuminated Gasson Hall in the background.
News, On Campus
BC’s Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Fosters Community and Holiday Spirit
Boston College’s annual Christmas tree lighting kicked off the holiday season on the Heights, with students bundled in winter coats racing between a bouncy house, teddy bear giveaways, and a hot chocolate station.
Metro, Newton
Historic Newton Highlights City’s Centuries-Old Relationship With Christmas
Historic Newton, a partnership between the Newton Historical Society and the City of Newton, hosted an event over Zoom on Dec. 5 detailing the history of Christmas in the Newton and the Greater Boston area.
Metro, Newton
“Stuff A Cruiser” Drive Proves Generosity of Newton
More than a hundred cars lined up in front of Newton City Hall on Tuesday night to donate their gifts for the Newton Police Department’s annual holiday gift drive, “Stuff A Cruiser,” according to Sholkin.
Arts, Television, Review
‘Merry Happy Whatever’ Series Presents Mundane Christmas Plot
Netflix’s ‘Merry Happy Whatever’ flops as a binge-worthy Christmas series.
News, On Campus
Students Embrace Holiday Spirit at Annual Christmas Tree Lighting
The Campus Activities Board hosted the annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony at O’Neill Plaza on Tuesday evening, bringing students together for an evening of hot chocolate, giveaways, games, prizes, and more.
Metro, Business, Boston
When Christmas Comes to Boston, Craft Fairs Flourish
The thing is, though, no matter how similar they seem to each other, every market has its own personal touch, represents values important to its creators, and highlights its unique artisans.
Top Story, Arts, Arts Features
A Reel Christmas: Heights Arts’ Favorite Christmas Movie
The Heights editors compile their choices for the Christmas movie that best encapsulates this magical time of the year. As you snuggle close to the fire, hot cocoa in hand with a fresh slice of fruitcake waiting for you in the kitchen, pull up Netflix, pop in a DVD or VHS and enjoy the best…
Featured Column, Column
Seeking Solace in Traditions
“When you return home for Christmas break, if your family has traditions, enjoy them and continue them. If they don’t, I strongly encourage you to start your own, as it is comforting to have these constants in your life.”
