The holidays are for everyone. Everyone’s beliefs, traditions, religious affiliations, or lack thereof are equally valid. When it comes to holiday movie opinions, however, all cards are off the table. Let’s clear some things up- “Die Hard” is...
There are many debates regarding holiday decor, however, the most intense by far regards the key part of a Christmas tree. The decision you make is something your neighbors will pass judgement on as they peer in through your windows, inspecting your tree....
Affordable Gifts:The holiday season is coming very fast, and having to get gifts for all of your relatives and friends can take time and be expensive. While the consequence of time is inevitable, the stressful budget is an easy fix. Here are some...
As people grow up, it is common for the holiday magic to fade. An example of this is the end of the Polar Express when only the boy can hear the sleigh bell. While it is basically impossible to make the holidays feel like it used to as a kid, you can...
Decorating gingerbread houses is one of the most magical and merry traditions of the holiday season. However, if you find yourself watching gingerbread houses crumble and collapse right in front of your eyes year after year, it's not so fun anymore. It...
Our school’s ice hockey team is known for exciting games at the Medstar Iceplex rink in Ballston. Watching the talented members of our ice hockey team shine on the ice, you might be inspired to go ice skating at a local spot in our area too. With the...
Our school’s choir has been making waves this holiday season, with their recent victory in a Wash FM Christmas song competition. Through this win, the choir had the opportunity to perform at the Warner Theatre before the Washington Ballet’s Nutcracker...
For countless years the National Basketball Association (NBA) has dominated the holiday season by creating Christmas inspired jerseys, having players volunteer at fast food chains and airing entertaining commercials. Although this is fun and exciting...
“Grandma Got Run Over By A Reindeer.” A murder case as old as time, and one so popular that musical group Elmo & Patsy wrote a song about it. However, this seemingly open-and-shut case may not be as simple as it appears.“She'd been drinkin'...
On average, Arlington has a sledding window of approximately one to three days each winter. In preparation, I have compiled a list of the most (and least) distinguished hills for sledding in Arlington for early planning. With only a few days available...
The end of the year carries lots of themes in our culture. Family. Friendship. Giving. With presents stacked under the Christmas tree and hot chocolate in our hands, it’s easy to forget that not everyone has been fortunate enough to have these warm...
It seems now more than ever, we struggle to enjoy the holiday season. Often, school takes precedence over watching that one Christmas movie or spending time with friends and family. What little time we get is frequently filled with doing the holiday necessities,...
