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On the Quad: When does holiday season really start?

By Andrew Marcus, Christian Gratto, and Christopher Meadows • November 6, 2024

Target and Kohl's had winter holiday decorations for sale before Andrew Marcus finished putting together his Halloween costume. He decided to go out on the quad at Ithaca College to find out just how soon...

On the Quad: Holiday Traditions

By Elijah Cedeno, Maggie Bryan, and Ray Milburn • December 7, 2022

Review: Christmas charm is absent in bland romantic comedy

By Sarah Diggins • November 19, 2019

Movies like “Love, Actually,” “Valentine’s Day” and “New Year’s Eve” make it seem like the best way to tell a holiday story is through a large ensemble cast and a collection of different...

Gesture of good will

By The Ithacan • March 31, 2013

Celebrating holidays in the classroom used to be easy for teachers. What used to be a “Merry Christmas” with decorated Christmas trees of ornaments and lights has now translated to “Happy Holidays” in order to be respectful of each students’ values and beliefs. I grew up in classrooms that consisted of Secret Santa’s even if…

Video: The gift that keeps on giving

By Candace KingJohn Vogan • December 5, 2012

This isn't your ordinary gift exchange. The Alternative Gift Fair in Ithaca focuses on charity, health and preservation of the earth.

Catwalk Coffee: Starbucks + Rodarte holiday collaboration

By Cady Lang, Staff Writer • October 13, 2012

Starbucks is getting a double shot of style this holiday season with their collaboration with Rodarte's Mulleavy sisters. Featuring pixellated and deconstructed Starbucks logos, it's dizzy caffeinated chic at its best with a reusable tote, reusable cup sleeve, travel mug and gift card. The collection will be available online.