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Boston celebrates the holiday season with tree lighting at the Common

Boston celebrates the holiday season with tree lighting at the Common

Ali Dusinberre, deputy lifestyle editor December 5, 2018
Thousands gathered on Boston Common Thursday, Nov. 29, to watch the lighting of the City of Boston’s official 2018 Christmas tree, along with musical performances and fireworks.
Ciara McAloon writes and directs first show for Silver Masque

Ciara McAloon writes and directs first show for Silver Masque

Samantha Barry, assistant photo editor November 29, 2018
NU Theater and English student Ciara McAloon wrote and directed her first play as part of Silver Masque's Fortnight program.
LEGOLAND Discovery Center hosts Star Wars adult night

LEGOLAND Discovery Center hosts Star Wars adult night

Brittany Mendez, news staff November 29, 2018
One Wednesday each month, LEGOLAND Discovery Center Boston hosts a themed adult night from 7-9 p.m. and November’s was Star Wars.
Event Calendar: Thursday, Nov. 29 - Wednesday, Dec. 5

Event Calendar: Thursday, Nov. 29 – Wednesday, Dec. 5

November 28, 2018
Our event calendar from Thursday, Nov. 29 – Wednesday, Dec. 5 highlights events in Boston that you do not want to miss.
The Wrecks struggle to fill headlining set; supporting bands outshine

The Wrecks struggle to fill headlining set; supporting bands outshine

November 28, 2018
LA band The Wrecks headlined a show at Cambridge's Sinclair venue with three other bands, to raucous audience applause.
NU Stage Presents: Pretty Strong

NU Stage Presents: Pretty Strong

November 28, 2018
NU Stage performed the musical revue “Pretty Strong” in Blackman Auditorium on Nov. 15 and 16. NU Stage beautifully told the story of why women should be proud of who they are.
Black Coffee Coffee Cup And Saucer

The double-edged sword that is caffeine

November 28, 2018
Doctors and students agree that caffeine is not a replacement for a lack of sleep and in the last few years, caffeine consumption among college students has been at an all time high.
Review: “Ralph Breaks the Internet” spreads classic Disney joy

Review: “Ralph Breaks the Internet” spreads classic Disney joy

November 14, 2018
The sequel to the Disney classic "Wreck-It-Ralph" entitled "Ralph Breaks the Internet" hits theaters, bringing in crowds of all ages to experience the magic of Disney.
(L-R) Jovan Adepo as Boyce, Dominic Applewhite as Rosenfeld in the film, OVERLORD by Paramount Pictures

Review: “Overlord” polishes the Nazi zombie trope

November 14, 2018
"Overlord" is a well-crafted zombie-war-horror movie, delightfully aware of all the tropes it embodies.
Author Min Jin Lee speaks with students as part of the Visiting Distinguished Writer series

Author Min Jin Lee speaks with students as part of the Visiting Distinguished Writer series

November 14, 2018
Northeastern University hosted an opening night reading and discussion with author Min Jin Lee as part of their Visiting Distinguished Writer series on Nov. 7.
Aussie rockers The Faim prepare for first US tour

Aussie rockers The Faim prepare for first US tour

November 14, 2018
The news profiled Australian band, The Faim, featuring lead singer Josh Raven. The Faim will be performing in Boston on their first US tour at the end of the month.
Event Calendar: Thursday, Nov. 15 – Wednesday, Nov. 21

Event Calendar: Thursday, Nov. 15 – Wednesday, Nov. 21

November 14, 2018
Our event calendar from Thursday, Nov. 15 – Wednesday, Nov. 21 highlights events in Boston that you do not want to miss.