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Emma Clement | Graphics Editor

Smiles, laughs and whole lot of yarn: Winding down and finding peace with Off The Hook BU

Nino Machavariani March 21, 2025
The moment you step in, you’re welcomed into a cozy, inviting atmosphere where people sit together, chatting and crocheting. There’s an immediate warmth — an unspoken understanding that here, you can just be.
Jodi Tang | Graphic Artist

Music to help you reset over spring break | Liv Listens

Olivia Stapleton March 6, 2025
Whether you're traveling somewhere warm, heading home or staying in Boston, I want to encourage everyone — no matter how busy you might still be — to take spring break as an opportunity to do the same as me and take some time for yourself. I’ve picked some relaxing songs with spring vibes to get into that fresh start and warmer weather mindset. 
Gianna Horcher | Graphic Artist

The hidden gems of New York Fashion Week | It’s All Been Done Before

Erica Schwartz February 12, 2025
Overall, New York Fashion Week was an incredible experience that I will truly never forget. I’d love to be able to go again and see even more designers. My goal for next year though— network my way to the Council of Fashion Designers of America’s exclusive runway shows.
Emma Clement | Graphics Editor

January horror recap: “The Damned,” “Wolf Man” and “Presence” | You Scared Me!

Josh Rosenthal January 29, 2025
As our world becomes increasingly horrifying in new and unfathomable ways, there is no better time than now for horror to help us seek out a distraction from them. Unfortunately, this January’s releases have not provided as helpful of a distraction as I had hoped for — except for one film from one of my favorite directors that presented a fresh take on the traditional haunted house story.
Lila Baltaxe | Senior Graphic Artist

Winter’s August | Things I’ve Learned From Strangers

Lili Culhane February 9, 2024
I don’t know why I love this story so much, or why Auggie has stayed with me. Maybe it’s just because I think Auggie was such a cool little dude. Maybe it’s because I’ve tried to channel his untouchable energy ever since — not by physically wearing a bow tie and suspenders, but wearing them emotionally.
“Endgame (Nagg & Nell),” an inflatable clown head by Max Streicher, for the Winteractive art installation in downtown Boston. This “Canadian Art Experience” has drawn mixed reviews from patrons. SARAH CRUZ/ DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

Interactive art series “Winteractive” opens in Downtown Boston

Karyna Cheung January 27, 2024
“Winteractive,” a series of interactive art installations, is now on display around Downtown Boston until April 14, aiming to encourage residents to embrace the winter months and drawing mixed reactions since its opening.
Lila Baltaxe | Senior Graphic Artist

Zodiac signs as winter activities: Which one are you? | Maia’s Inner Monologue

Maia Penzer December 8, 2023
There are many different types of winter activities to enjoy, and my suspicion is that they correspond with your zodiac sign. Maybe my winter ritual has a Leo-inspired connection. Who knows? But I’m telling you, our signs tell a lot about who we are as people. Together, we’ll explore which Zodiac sign-based winter activity you should try.
Boston’s signature Santa Claus Jim Manning at a pet Meet-and-Greet with Santa at the Colonnade in Boston. MARGARET CORONA/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

Gallery: Winter Wonderland

Daily Free Press Staff December 8, 2023
As Fall slips away and the days get shorter, the trees go bare and Bostonians bundle up. The Frog pond freezes over and decorations adorn doorways— it can only mean one thing: Winter is coming to Boston.
Lila Baltaxe | Senior Graphic Artist

How to shine through seasonal depression | Editorial

Editors November 30, 2023
Seasonal depression, despite what some may say, is very real and affects many people every year, here are some ways you can try to shine through your seasonal depression this winter.
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.
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.
Smaran Ramidi / DFP Staff

Something about spring

Bailey Clark February 15, 2022
Nothing compares to the transition from winter to spring.
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