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The Lance Advent Calendar

Trying New Years Traditions Worldwide

Trying New Years Traditions Worldwide

Hayden Lee, Staff writer January 3, 2025

3… 2…1! Happy New Year! The crowd erupts with a wave of overwhelming excitement and the sound of enthusiasm for what the new year will bring rings in our ears.  Many of you are familiar with the...

Festive Football

Festive Football

Sam Bilali, Staff Writer December 20, 2024

On Christmas Day, I can’t wait to sleep in and open a few presents. But if I’m being honest, Christmas football is what I’m looking forward to the most. For as long as I can remember, I’ve been...

Top 5 Holiday Activities

Top 5 Holiday Activities

Sophia De Santis, Yarden Drillich, and Nadia Hassan December 20, 2024

The holidays are a wonderful time of year for you to relax, have fun, and engage in festive activities. There is something for everyone to enjoy during the break. Whether it’s building snowmen, visiting...

Our Top Five Christmas Movies

Our Top Five Christmas Movies

Gracie Gallucci and Devyn Radoian December 20, 2024

Holiday magic is in full swing and what other way to get into the mood than watching your favorite movies? There is no better way to feel the magic of Christmas than through film. With that being said,...

The Bob Family Household on December 20, 2024. A collection of decorations fit in time for the holidays. Here, Christmas and Hanukkah are perfectly blended together to create a cozy and heartfelt environment. Photo credit goes to Rosalia Bob and Elaina Bob

The December Triathlon

Elaina Bob, Associate Editor December 20, 2024

As November 30th finally rolls around, my family’s house is already decorated. The Christmas tree is beside the menorah as the elves on the shelves sit cheekily beside the mensch on the bench. Whilst...

Wonderful Ways to Win in White Elephant

Wonderful Ways to Win in White Elephant

Alex Cleary, Associate Editor December 20, 2024

Whether it’s putting ornaments on the Christmas tree, spending time with family, or dumping all your money into buying overpriced gifts, the holidays come with many traditions. However, one of the more...

What We Want Under the Tree

What We Want Under the Tree

Matthew Woo, Emily Ha, Lili Setrakian, and Dylan Woo December 18, 2024

As the holiday season approaches, most of us are creating wish lists with the latest trending items. From the newest fashion garment to cute stuffed animals, people have their sights set on all kinds of...

Elf on the Shelf Madness

Elf on the Shelf Madness

Amanda Haenelt, Staff Writer December 17, 2024

The Elf on the Shelf is a timeless Christmas tradition, and children across households look forward to December first when their elf arrives back from the North Pole. Throughout the years, my elf, Eddie,...

The Lance Tries: Trader Joe’s Holiday Snacks

The Lance Tries: Trader Joe’s Holiday Snacks

Madison Kosmark, Jelena Paljan, Erica Chung, and Eva Saric December 16, 2024

Tis’ the season for Trader Joe’s unique and seasonal goodies! As the holiday season approaches, the store rolls out an array of festive snacks and treats that have people flocking to their aisles....

The “Must Haves”

The “Must Haves”

Sofia Mangano, Managing Editor December 16, 2024

Every year, children sit down and create a list of presents they would want under the Christmas tree. When I was young, all I wanted was what everyone else had. However, there are some toys that are pure...

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