Let It Snow, Let It Snow

WinterFest 2008 events to welcome students back to campus

Students returning to Holy Cross from winter break will see evidence of the record-setting snowfall of 30 inches of snow that fell in December — but only in snow mounds. The rest of the snow melted in surprisingly high temperatures earlier this month (67 degrees on Jan. 8!).

Ah, winter in New England. Never a dull moment. In fact, this unseasonably warm weather probably won’t stick around for long.

The average snowfall for Worcester is 65 inches, which means we’re not even halfway toward reaching that amount.

No matter what the weather, the Office of Student Affairs has plans to keep students warm when they return to campus on Jan. 13 with WinterFest events. Classes begin Jan. 16.

SUNDAY, JAN. 13
Fireside Chats
Presidential Suite, Loyola Hall
7 p.m.

Join Dean Austin, Dean Peterson, and your fellow students for yummy S’mores, homemade sweets and hot cocoa, and some great conversation in this wonderfully cozy setting.

MONDAY, JAN. 14
Enrichment Fair
First Floor Lobby, Hogan Campus Center
1 - 4 p.m.

Picasso Corner: Express yourself on canvas. Claim an easel, a paint brush, and unleash your inner artist.

Picture-Frame-It: Do you have some pictures hanging around but no picture frames? Well, come on by and decorate one to fit your picture perfect moment.

Jewelry for Jewels: Start the new year by giving a special gift to the children of Worcester. These will be donated to the after school program at St. Agnes Day Care Center. Come create a hemp bracelet or beaded necklace and make a child’s day. Plus, snow cones and cotton candy for snacking.

Women’s Basketball vs. Dartmouth
Hart Center
7 p.m.
Cheer on the Lady Crusaders at this home game as they take on The Big Green.

Grocery Bingo
Crossroads, Hogan Campus Center
8:30 - 10 p.m.
Who doesn’t love a good game of Bingo? Here’s a chance to win some groceries, laundry detergent, and other items that make residence hall life more convenient. There will be nachos and dip for snacking, so grab a friend and play a round or two.

TUESDAY, JAN. 15
Crusader Hunt
First Floor Lobby, Hogan Campus Center
12:30 - 2 p.m.
This isn’t your ordinary scavenger hunt. Teams of two will scour campus, using clues to find the right answers. If you’re brave enough, be sure to show up with a teammate before 12:30 p.m. to take part in The Hunt. There are sweet prizes for first, second, and third place teams.

Movie: Dan in Real Life (PG-13)
Hogan 519
7 p.m.
There’s nothing like a great movie, especially the night before the first day of classes. Come out and watch this hilarious film starring Steve Carrell, Juliette Binoche, and Dane Cook.

Related Information:

• Word on Worcester