Thanksgiving
From Harvard Square to Logan Airport
Thanksgiving is a mere two days away. Swayed by the holiday spirit, Flyby has compiled a list of options for making it to the airport in one piece, so you can get home for family, turkey, cranberry sauce, pumpkin pie, etc.
Conversation Pieces for Thanksgiving Dinner
When the dinner table talk needs to be revitalized, use this Harvard-themed cheat sheet to get the conversation flowing without having to resort to Aunt Betsy’s toilet humor.
Five Movies To Make You Glad You Aren't With Your Family For Thanksgiving
It may feel rather lonesome staying on campus while your roommates go home and revel in hedonistic feasting, but there's a silver lining to every isolated, stranded cloud. If you'd like to be reminded why a break from your family could be advantageous, we at Flyby think you should give these films a shot on Thursday night.
Image
The traditional Thanksgiving feast is given some Asian flair, as the entire meal is to be eaten with chopsticks.
black friday lights
Hungry shoppers take a break from deal hunting to dine in the Mall of America under holiday decorations.
black friday mall of america
The Mall of America, America's largest retail and entertainment complex located Bloomington, MN, attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors on Black Friday to its stores, restaurants, theater, and amusement park
black friday lego
Adults and children alike play at the Lego store, which features a retail space, a play area, and larger-than-life creatures assembled from Legos.
black friday apple
Shoppers flock to the Apple Store at the Mall of America to snatch up Black Friday deals on computers, iPads, iPods, and accessories.
Turkey Trivia: A Few Fun Thanksgiving Facts
Pilgrims, turkey, and pumpkin pie—think you know a thing or two about Thanksgiving? Think again. This year, Flyby dug up a few little-known facts about the upcoming holiday to add a little spice to your dinner table conversation this year.
Shop (and Eat!) 'til You Drop
Watching burly men throw around the ol' pigskin got you hungry? How about all those kitschy, glitter-filled floats from the Macy's Thanksgiving Parade? Instead of watching Thanksgiving Day football games or televised holiday events, head out into Harvard Square this Thursday if you're around campus during the break to see what local vendors are offering for the day.
Cab Sharing With UC Taxis
It's Thanksgiving break and most are headed home for some turkey and mashed potatoes. However, getting to the airport can be a hassle, especially if your plane leaves at 4 a.m. when taking the T isn't an option. If you're considering taking a cab, don't forget about UC Taxis, which can save you money by helping you find other Harvard students who need to get to Logan airport as well.
Baklava Outside of the Science Center
The Harvard College Hellenic Society is selling baklava outside the Science Center from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. today in celebration of Thanksgiving.
