For many, the winter season is hard on the body and spirit. The weather becomes harsher as the days pass by, the sun goes down mindbogglingly early and final examinations are quickly due.
At this time more than ever, it is important to seek out meaningful opportunities for fun and relaxation, all while embracing the weather.
The following are a few of the events offered throughout November and December at Brock that can serve as pick-me-ups during this gloomy time of the year. Notably, many of these are also great opportunities to get pumped for the upcoming Christmas season along with Brock peers.
- Gingerbread Decorating
Student Life and Success along with the Residence Life Peer Mentor have planned a gingerbread decorating session to get students in touch with their holiday spirit. Throughout the session, students will be provided with pre-baked gingerbread cookies and other cookie-decorating utensils to unleash their festive creativity.
The event is taking place on Friday, Nov. 24th, from 6:30 p.m to 9:30 p.m in room WH206. Brock students are welcome to RSVP on ExperienceBU to secure their spot, although walk-ins will also get the chance to stop in for the session.
- Canada’s Wonderland Winterfest
The Brock Winter Club is bringing Brock students to Canada’s Wonderland Winterfest on Saturday, Nov. 25th. The Winterfest transforms the atmosphere of Canada’s Wonderland into a holiday-themed immersive experience, where attendees can ice-skate and enjoy holiday live shows.
To attend, students must purchase their ticket, which are priced at $40. This fee includes transportation and entrance to Canada’s Wonderland. As for the itinerary, the bus booked by the Brock Winter Club will depart the university at 1:30 p.m and is scheduled to return from Canada’s Wonderland at 9 p.m.
- Holiday Craft Night
On Wednesday, Nov. 29, the Brock Relay For Life club is inviting the Brock community to gather for a night of craft-making for a good cause. For a $5 donation, students will be provided with supplies needed to complete holiday crafts, and all proceeds will be donated to the Canadian Cancer Society.
Another perk associated with the event is that the club will be playing The Grinch for attendees to enjoy a holiday movie while they craft.
The event will run from 7 to 10 p.m, and Badgers can RSVP to secure a spot for the event on ExperienceBU.
- Niagara Falls Winter Festival of Lights
Brock University Student Life along with Brock SOCS are bringing Brock students on an immersive journey through the Winter Festival of Lights, and an accompanying hot chocolate trail in Niagara Falls.
The evening promises sightseeing at the “Sparkling Winter Lights” illumination at the Falls, luxurious hot chocolate taste-testing and closing the night by watching fireworks. It is going to take place on Saturday, Dec. 2nd from 5 to 9 p.m.
Transportation to and from the event, as well as the activities in Niagara Falls, are covered with the purchase of a ticket, priced at $5.
The winter season may be tougher on students’ mood and quality of life than usual, which highlights the importance of attending social events fit for the time of the year.
If you are looking to have fun these upcoming weeks, or if you are thrilled for the holiday spirit to kick in, consider attending the winter events.