Boston Christmas Festival
Friday, November 2: noon – 7 p.m.
Saturday, November 3: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Sunday, November 4: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
It seems as though once Halloween dwindles to an end, the signs of Christmas permeate through every clothing store display and coffee shop menu. If you’re like me and cannot contain your excitement for Christmas lights and peppermint-flavored hot chocolate, join the Seaport World Trade Center this weekend for their 32nd annual Boston Christmas Festival to jumpstart the holiday spirit. Offering everything a holiday shopper could desire, the Boston Christmas Festival will feature 350 pop-up boutiques by American Artisans. With unique and affordable gifts that will make great Christmas presents for everyone on your list, the Christmas Festival boasts an endless array of home accessories, designer fashions, fashionista jewelry, holiday décor, photographs, and one-of-a-kind handcrafted gifts. The event will also feature a farmer’s market where shoppers can sample and buy from a huge selection of snacks, treats, and other food to tantalize one’s taste buds. Additionally, Boston’s top pastry chefs will be present at the event and to create gingerbread masterpieces to be judged by a panel and sold. The proceeds will benefit Housing Families, a non-profit organization dedicated to ending family homelessness. For more dates, times, and information, check out the event’s Facebook page. You can also purchase tickets in advance through their website.
Massachusetts Cheese Festival
Saturday, November 3: 10:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Give your tastebuds a break from all that Halloween candy you’ve been consuming and snack on something savory. This Saturday, head over to The Center for Arts at the Armory in Somerville to sample an array of high quality cheeses. Award-winning artisan cheesemakers will be present to discuss their products as well as industry experts who will showcase culinary products. Cheesemakers and industry experts will be offering workshops and demonstrations throughout the afternoon. There will also be opportunities to taste local food, wine, and craft ciders. Additionally, classes will be held throughout the event to experiment with the art of cheesemaking and will be free with admission. Class space is limited; seats will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information and to purchase tickets, check out the event’s Facebook page.
Boston University Men’s Hockey vs. Northeastern University
Thursday, November 1: 7 p.m.
Enjoy a Beanpot championship rematch at Matthews Arena against our rival, Boston University, this Thursday. Northeastern men’s hockey team, which is currently ranked number 13 in its division, will play against Boston University, which Northeastern swept the season series with last season, 3-0-0. A win at this game would give the Huskies four straight wins against the Terriers for the first time since 1989. Before the game, Northeastern will honor one of the greatest players in program history during a pregame ceremony. Adam Gaudette, who is currently playing with the NHL’s Vancouver Canucks, received the Hobey Baker Memorial Award this year. Winning this award marks prestige and honor; the annual award is given to the top National Collegiate Athletic Association men’s ice hockey player. Northeastern will recognize Gaudette and his historic 2017-18 season by unveiling Gaudette’s Hobey Baker banner. Although he will not be in attendance, several members of his family will participate in the ceremony before puck drop. Additionally, the first 1,000 fans in attendance will receive an Adam Gaudette puck. Tickets to the game are available by visiting tickets.GoNU.com, and students can obtain free tickets through their myNortheastern account. Those who cannot make the event can watch the game on NESN.