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Sophomore Sravya Guda stands outside in a saree, lighting a firecracker at nighttime.

Festival of lights: Celebrating diversity within Diwali

Keira Lang and Zoya Hasan December 4, 2023

Once a year, the dark sky fills with the sound of laughter and the popping of firecrackers as family and friends come together to shine up the night with sparkling lights and indulge in a feast. The tradition,...

Senior Grant Meert prepares to throw a white pine Christmas tree through a netting machine. Of the many species of trees, Meert Tree Farm grows — including Scotch pine, Norway spruce, Virginia pine, Fraser fir and Michigan Scotch pine — Meert’s favorite is white pine. “Picking your tree gives people a good experience. It’s something that everyone needs to do at least once,” Meert said. “It gives customers a family memory and bonding time. I like having that time [with my family], and [we] make it a whole day.”

‘Tis the season

Madi Michajliczenko, Conceptual Editor in Chief December 14, 2022

The holiday season means something different for everyone. For some, a time to be with family and friends. For others, a time of remembrance and tradition. For senior Grant Meert, the holiday season is...

"Day 286: Indigenous Peoples Day. We serendipitously stumbled across Berkeley's alternative to Columbus Day celebrations" by Quinn  Dombrowski. Photo used under Creative Commons Licenses.

Indigenous Peoples’ Day or Columbus Day? A holiday of conflict

Sarah Boland, Staff Writer October 11, 2021

Columbus Day has long been seen as a moment celebrating the discovery of the Americas. While this celebration is beloved by many, what it often fails to acknowledge is the many atrocities committed by...

The WPO fundraiser Google Form included descriptions such as “celebrate Christmas in an elegant way” and “expressing your spirit of Christmas.”

WPO fundraiser sparks questions about inclusivity

Brinda Ambal, Opinions Editor November 17, 2020

The West Parent Organization (WPO) sent an email Nov. 2 to students and parents announcing their new holiday wreath fundraiser running through Nov. 15. This email included a digital order form of products...

With the spring season now imminent and Easter coming up, I have decided to try 10 different Peeps flavors so you don’t have to.

Hatching into the spring season with the top 10 Peeps flavors

Jacob Stanton, Staff Writer April 2, 2020

Peeps have always been a springtime must-have, especially for those celebrating Easter. However, Peeps aren't just sold in the spring; various flavors are sold throughout the year, making them a year-round...

Photo illustration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. giving his "I have a Dream Speech."

Honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. by educating yourself

Kathryn McAuliffe, Conceptual Editor-in-Chief Intern January 20, 2020

On this day celebrating Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., you’ll no doubt find your social media streams flooded with his unmatched diction cast on pretty backgrounds, his words reduced to a mere Instagram...

Senior Leigh Ann Barnett snaps a photo of her Christmas tree to get into the holiday student.

2016 guide to the holidays in St. Louis

Kristin Priest, Staff Writer December 20, 2016

As we enter the final weeks of 2016, the holidays return in full swing. Opportunities for the family get-togethers, outings, gift exchanges and recipe swaps exemplify December. The holiday season brings...

Spending secrets of Valentine’s Day

Lily Briscoe, Staff Writer February 12, 2015
Americans are starting to use this holiday as an excuse just to spend their money.

Junior Dahlia Abdulsattar talks about her Thanksgiving traditions

Jacob Cupps, Staff Writer November 28, 2014
Kathryn Harter interviews junior Dahlia Abdulsattar about Thanksgiving traditions in her family.
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