Holidays Archives - Queen's Journal

Point/Counterpoint: Is it too early to start celebrating Christmas?

Written on October 22, 2020. Posted in Columns.

Yes The Christmas holidays are, as the popular tune goes, a wonderful time of year. They’re full of family, bright decorations, and celebration, as well as some classic songs. However, timing is everything. Beginning our celebration three months before December—before Halloween even has a chance...

Relationships on a year abroad and why we don’t need them

Written on February 4, 2020. Posted in Opinions.

When I arrived back in England from my first semester abroad at Queens, I was full of excitement and stories of my time here. However, I quickly found that few people really wanted to know what it was like, beyond love-life-related dinnertime chatter. My time here had been so wildly different to anything...

Why do people care so much about Starbucks' holiday cups?

Written on November 24, 2017. Posted in Lifestyle.

This opening line I’m about to write is one that’s been written every year for the past Winter’s: Starbucks’ latest holiday cup is once again stirring up controversy. A theory that appears to have originated from a Buzzfeed article claims this year’s Starbucks holiday cup — a company cup design tradition...

Journal staff's worst holiday presents ever

Written on November 24, 2017. Posted in Lifestyle.

The winter holidays can mean different things for different people. It can mean spending time with the people you love, remembering what to be thankful for or having awkward conversations with relatives. But it also means enjoying the consumerism associated with the holidays — presents. Sometimes...

Alternative present ideas for the gift-giving challenged

Written on December 1, 2016. Posted in Lifestyle.

A sweater, socks, chocolate, a gift card. These are just some of the safe options for gift-giving this holiday season. Over the holidays there’s a lot of pressure to find the perfect gifts for the people we love. It’s a time we’re supposed to express how much they mean to us, which can be daunting...

Pass the eggnog

Written on December 1, 2016. Posted in Lifestyle.

The holidays are finally upon us and families and groups of friends are each celebrating with their individual traditions. Pull up a chair and grab a warm beverage as Journal staff share their favourite holiday traditions. ***** Every Christmas Eve, my family and I feast on sushi before cozying...

Students raise upward of $3,000 during Christmas Wish fundraiser

Written on November 25, 2016. Posted in News.

For someone who comforts students in their free time as a hobby, Carly Robertson is even more cheerful than usual. “I was like WHOAAAAAAAA! WOWW! That’s fast!” she wrote to The Journal. This Christmas, Robertson — known on campus as the “Free Hugs” lady — will be receiving nearly $3,000 after a friend...

Single bells

Written on December 3, 2015. Posted in Lifestyle.

Being single during the holidays is one cliché I’m ready to embrace. After several years in relationships, I’m brushing the dust off my spinster calendar, because this year is my first single Christmas. From what I’ve seen in holiday rom-coms like Love Actually — I’m in for a wild ride. Being single...

Holiday gift guide — all under $20

Written on December 3, 2015. Posted in Lifestyle.

Gift giving during the holiday season can be a major source of stress and confusion. As university students, we can end up in a giant web of present giving that can be quite damaging to our wallets. To avoid breaking the bank, here’s a complete guide to buying the perfect holiday gift that’s under...

Keep on giving

Written on November 27, 2014. Posted in Lifestyle.

While the gift card might be an easy solution to the endless question, “What should I get them?”, it’s actually ruining the holiday season. The so-called “Christmas game” revolves around mystery gifts hidden under the tree that you open when your name is called. It’s a surprise. But over the past...

For sharing: Chocolate peanut butter toffee

Written on December 17, 2013. Posted in Lifestyle.

Exams are upon us, holiday parties are looming and we could all use a pick me up. What could be better than a delicious salty and sweet treat – especially when it only takes minutes to make. The best part about this recipe is that it makes a huge batch, perfect for sharing. Toffee might seem daunting,...

Holiday abroad in Canada

Written on December 5, 2013. Posted in Lifestyle.

Traveling can be the perfect reward after term papers and exam studying. I remember when I was studying abroad at the castle in first year, the looming decision was whether to stay over the holiday break and travel or go back home and visit my family. I started to wonder whether traveling in Canada...

A hunger for the holidays

Written on November 29, 2012. Posted in Lifestyle.

During the restful, post-exam stretch of the holidays, it’s easy to be lazy and forgo making homemade treats. Take a step away from the store-bought cookies to try your hand at these classic treats with a holiday flavour. This series of holiday baked goods and drink is sure to please. By combining...

QJAdvice: Holiday presents

Written on November 7, 2012. Posted in Lifestyle.

Dear QJAdvice: The holidays are coming up and I’m at a loss for what to get my girlfriend. Her and I have very different budgets (she likes to spend $100+ on a present, while I have a much smaller budget.) I tried to suggest that we establish a price limit but she was against it. I’m worried...

On campus for the holiday

Written on October 7, 2011. Posted in Features.

Dan Rosenbaum hasn’t been home for Thanksgiving since starting at Queen’s. The men’s volleyball player will spend another holiday away from his native Hamilton for an exhibition game against the Laval Rouge et Or this weekend. “Usually a lot of guys on the team get together and get Swiss Chalet for...

Tag: Holidays

Point/Counterpoint: Is it too early to start celebrating Christmas?

Relationships on a year abroad and why we don’t need them

Why do people care so much about Starbucks' holiday cups?

Journal staff's worst holiday presents ever

Alternative present ideas for the gift-giving challenged

Pass the eggnog

Students raise upward of $3,000 during Christmas Wish fundraiser

Single bells

Holiday gift guide — all under $20

Keep on giving

For sharing: Chocolate peanut butter toffee

Holiday abroad in Canada

A hunger for the holidays

QJAdvice: Holiday presents

On campus for the holiday

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