- Watch or go to the Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade
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The Macy’s Thanksgiving parade is an iconic thing to go to on Thanksgiving and a classic tradition. I went last year in the pouring rain, and it was still unforgettable. Whether you make the trip to New York City or watch it on TV with your family, it’s a festive way to start the holiday season!
- Host Friendsgiving with Your Friends from Home
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Spend time with your friends from home and host a friendsgiving! Have each friend bring a dish and enjoy good food and each other’s company. Need ideas? Check out this article.
- Go Black Friday Shopping
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Whether you shop in person or online, there are great deals this holiday season! Have your list ready and take advantage of the savings!
- Rest
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Get some much needed rest! You know you’re not going to get enough sleep when finals come around, so make sure you’re getting some now. Don’t feel guilty about rotting in your bed. This semester has felt long and you deserve to take a break.
- Self Care Day
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Take a long relaxing shower, go to the spa, get your nails done, and have a day that’s all about you. Take a break from the business of homework and stress that comes along with Thanksgiving and the holiday season.
- Bake
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Turn on a movie or listen to your favorite song, and bake yourself a sweet treat that you can’t always get at Colgate!
- Do Something for Someone Else
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Whether you’re donating your time by volunteering or donating goods to organizations like Toys for Tots or Walmart Angel Tree, do something in the holiday spirit and do something for people in need this season. - Prepare for Finals
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Get ahead on your homework so you feel ready for finals. Make a schedule for studying and sign up for your professor’s office hours before they fill up.
- Go to the Movies
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There are some fun movies that are out or coming out over break like Wicked: For Good, Eternity, and Now You See Me: Now You Don’t, among other movies!
- Spend Time with Family
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Whether you’re at home or traveling this break, make sure to FaceTime your family or spend quality time with them; they miss you!
This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at Colgate chapter and does not reflect the views of Her Campus.