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Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

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Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern


Holiday Guide

A storefront with a decorated tree, and an open sign.

Ring in the holidays with this month’s most festive Evanston events

November 29, 2023

December marks the start of the holidays as storefronts decorate their windows, daylight shortens and yuletide cheer begins. Those celebrating the holiday season in Evanston won’t have to venture far...

The Christkindlmarket’s wooden vendor stalls at nighttime to the left and a ferris wheel to the right.

Christkindlmarket brings holiday joy to Chicago

November 29, 2023

Bratwurst, baked cheese, handmade ornaments and nativity pottery are just a few of the  things visitors can find at the Chicago Christkindlmarket, the largest Christmas market in the U.S.  Held in...

Strings of lights in a city plaza at night.

Gallery: Evanston shops welcome the holiday season with festive storefront displays

November 29, 2023

The holiday season has arrived, and downtown Evanston is gearing up for the festivities with cheerful winter displays. Around the city, stores are now adorned with Santa gnomes, pine wreaths and, naturally,...

The Daily’s compiled a list of accessible yet thoughtful last-minute gifts for college students with a limited budget and time.

Last-minute gifts to help you avoid the ‘naughty list’ this holiday season

November 29, 2023

Last-minute gifts are a common problem for college students whose finals eat into the typical holiday shopping period. Between caffeine-fueled spurts of essay writing and (hopefully) showering, there’s...

A small red and green basket containing silver, red and white balls, and a pinecone sits next to a red and green cup featuring the Starbucks logo.

Open Tab: Festive drinks for the finicky palate

November 29, 2023

Red aprons, Mariah Carey and hints of peppermint in the air can only mean one thing: The holiday season is upon us. With it comes a slate of new seasonal drinks at your favorite local coffee shop. But...

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Holiday Guide