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Liza Berdykulova | Graphic Artist

Ask Abby (or Analise): Loving the one you’re with, even if it’s just yourself

Analise Bruno December 2, 2024
It’s the holiday season, and I’m not sure how to curb these feelings of loneliness. Last Christmas I had a boyfriend, and now I don’t — but I still feel the same!
Boston’s official Santa Claus Jim Manning paints his eyebrows white to prepare for his 12th annual performance at the 2023 Boston Common Tree Lighting. MARGARET CORONA/DFP STAFF

Meet the jolly man behind the designer beard

Margaret Corona December 8, 2023
This holiday season, Jim Manning returns to the Boston Common Tree Lighting for his 12th performance as the city’s official Santa Claus.
Annika Morris | Graphic Artist

Merry Christmas from your favorite Jew

Amanda Brecher December 8, 2023
As the climate gets a little colder, and the rosey noses and puffer parkas emerge, there’s one thought that floods the minds of more people than just Buddy the Elf –– Christmas is coming! Oh, and Hanukkah, too.
Lila Baltaxe | Senior Graphic Artist

A day in the life: Taking a trip to Boston’s Snowport

Samantha Marshall December 5, 2023
I took a trip the other day to see what all the hype about Snowport was. To say the least, it lived up to my expectations. After a massive tree lighting ceremony, Seaport was completely transformed into a Hallmark-esque holiday village. 
Lila Baltaxe | Senior Graphic Artist

Parasocial relationships: Celebrities don’t owe us anything

Lea Rivel December 4, 2023
Overinvolvement in celebrities and their lives is nothing new — tabloids and paparazzi have existed for decades — but the presence of the phenomenon has been amplified by easy and widespread access to the internet and social media platforms.
Luc Ljoka | Graphic Artist

Holiday travel | Doctor’s Orders

Luc Ljoka November 18, 2023
Dear Doctors, I’m excited to go home for Thanksgiving, but traveling during the holidays always stresses me out. How do I minimize the stress of holiday travel? Sincerely, Perplexed
Lila Baltaxe | Senior Graphic Artist

Mass migration: BU students struggle to go home for Thanksgiving

Charlie Dippolito November 17, 2023
Whether traveling by train, car, bus or plane, sky-high prices and congested terminals make being thankful this holiday season difficult. 
Ariana Lim | Graphic Artist

How early is too early to celebrate the holiday season?

Lea Rivel November 2, 2023
Whether we like it or not, “spooky season” is over. Temperatures are dropping below 50 degrees, Mariah Carey is starting to gather more streams and fairy lights wrap the trees of Newbury Street.
Brett Abrams | Senior Graphic Artist

FreeP’s Freaky Five: ‘Thriller’ and scaring children | Editorial

Editors October 21, 2023
Spooky season is officially upon us! It’s time for pumpkin spice lattes and horror movies. To celebrate Halloween and the fall feeling, The Daily Free Press Editorial Board voted on five freaky Halloween superlatives to embrace the season.
Monet Ota | Senior Graphic Artist

This halloween, don’t be haunted by the past

Sloane McLean October 11, 2023
POV: It’s 2009 and your first grade class is having a Halloween party. Your teacher is playing the “Monster Mash” and everyone is dressed up in their costumes, drinking apple cider and eating doughnuts. There are no worries in the back of your mind about work you have to do, only excitement about going trick-or-treating later.
Admire the Christmas tree in Copley Square as it stands glowing in front of Trinity Church. AMANDA CUCCINIELLO/DFP STAFF

GALLERY: Winter festivities in Boston

Daily Free Press Staff December 9, 2022
Whether it’s your fourth winter in Boston or your first, the city has a lot to offer to feel the holiday spirit.
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