Frijoles de la olla is more than beans simmered in traditional Mexican flavor — it’s an symbol of character, a keepsake of her mother’s wisdom and the driving inspiration of Emmy award-winning Yolanda Nava’s novel of folktales, poetry and sayings, “It’s All in the Frijoles.” On Dec. 6,...

Colder weather, increases in hot chocolate sales, and the need to snuggle in a warm bed while watching comfort movies are all signs of the beginning of the holiday gift-giving season. Spending a lot of money during this time of the year may be easy for some, but typically difficult for students. While...

Nothing says winter like frosty snowflakes falling from the sky. Although snowfall may be hard to come by near Oxford Academy, dreams of a White Christmas can become real! Southern California has plenty of opportunities to experience the magic of snowy winters, all within a three-hour drive.  Big...

Finals week can seem like a soul-sucking, anxiety-inducing time for some, but by following a schedule that exemplifies strengths and fits your lifestyle, making it through to the holidays can be a breeze! Pomodoro Pursuivant  For those who love to plan every minute of their day, the popular Pomodoro...

With two weeks of break from school and time to spend with family and friends, traveling to Orange County’s most festive winter destinations is a must — and perfect for capturing the joyous fervor of the holiday season. Whether your heart calls for delicious seasonal treats, last-minute shopping...

As their annual winter concert approaches at the end of the month, band students prepare for another festive performance. Highlighting these brass and woodwind players, The Gamut comes to highlight the tunes of four band students who have lived through the musical experience for six years. French...

With signs of fall weather fully underway, some people turn to snuggle up, mug of tea in hand and a cozy book ready, to spend the limited hours of sunlight and the wee hours of night reading or watching movie marathons. For those that don’t automatically turn to “Gossip Girl” at the first sign...

The fun of Thanksgiving lies in warm mashed potatoes and juicy turkey, but sometimes a homemade feast can be a pain to cook. If you are skipping the cooking this year and can’t find any open restaurants to do the job, then look no further. Whether it's indulging in the cozy and classic Thanksgiving...

The weather cools down and tree leaves turn into vibrant colors of red, orange, and yellow: fall is in the air. What better way to spend fall, than eating deliciously baked fall pies! From the most extravagant toppings to the thick fillings, there is a wide variety of pies that people enjoy. Here is...

Diwali or Deepavali, a predominantly Hindu festival, is one of India’s well-known holidays that celebrates the ultimate triumph of good over evil and light over darkness. Spanning across five days with shifting dates that usually fall between October and November, it is a week where families get together...

Though Thanksgiving usually commemorates the first, much-needed break of the year, it also signifies the season of gratitude — and there’s no better way to celebrate than by helping others in need. For the holiday season, give into the spirit of giving with these festive community service events...