Different cultures welcome in holidays
By Victoria Park, Staff Writer
February 5, 2019
What do crackling fireworks, bubbly champagne (or apple cider for the kids), a kiss at midnight, 2019 LED glasses, and 4 wooden sticks have in common? Most Americans recognize New Year’s as a time to make resolutions and watch the ball drop, but other cultures welcome the year in much different ways...
Classic Christmas song causes controversy
By Sapna David, Assistant Arts Editor
January 8, 2019
The #MeToo movement has spurred a wave of sexual harassment claims, causing many to feel offended by pictures, videos, and in this case, song lyrics, that suggest any trace of harassment. The 1944 song “Baby It’s Cold Outside” has been banned by several radio stations across the country, includin...
The ‘Observer’s’ guide to holiday shopping
By Elizabeth Campbell, Production Editor
December 3, 2012
Do you love the holidays but never know what presents to get everyone? We’ve all been there. Have no fear, for I have scoured the Internet and the holiday magazines (I am currently nursing a paper cut), in order to bring you a list of great gift ideas for all age groups. Best of all, they’re compl...
Tired of pie? The ‘Observer’ offers pumpkin delights
By Lori Koenick, Features Editor
November 22, 2011
Another Thanksgiving is around the corner, CHS, and that means another meal will eventually be the muffin top over our pants—unless you wear leggings (a blessing I have discovered, girls). Everyone has his or her favorite Thanksgiving food; however, I have a favorite course—dessert. I bring...