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The Huntington News

The independent student newspaper of Northeastern University

The Huntington News

The independent student newspaper of Northeastern University

The Huntington News

Children and adults watch the performances at the Faneuil Hall tree lighting Nov. 21.

Column: 6 activities to get you in the holiday spirit

Alex DuBois, news correspondent December 7, 2023

As the familiar chill of winter descends upon Boston, there is no better time for college students to explore the city and embrace the quickly approaching season. For students searching for ways to experience some holiday magic, Boston luckily offers no shortage of winter activities...

A Christmas tree stands in front of the Faneuil Hall Visitor Center. The tree was lit during a ceremony Nov. 21.

Tree lighting at Faneuil Hall holds importance to locals, vendors alike

Morgan Lane, news correspondent November 28, 2023

As temperatures drop and winter creeps in, tree lighting ceremonies take place throughout Boston, but one of the first and most beloved welcomes the holiday season at Faneuil Hall Marketplace. On Nov. 21, Quincy Market hosted a tree lighting ceremony from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m....