Beat that Holiday Boredom

The upcoming holiday festivities are when students get to spend time with their families, have a relaxing break from school, and catch up with old friends. Everyone on campus has gone home, and there are no more students walking to and from their dorms to their classes, or going out with their friends. However, what if you are on co-op or another job where you only have a few days off, not a few weeks? How do you keep yourself entertained day in and day out when your roommates are gone? Of course Netflix can be good to fall back on from time to time, but after a few hours, the dishes and candy wrappers begin to pile up next to your bed and you begin to feel less like a person and more like a lump that can’t be separated from your bed. Alternatively, here’s a list of things you can do, both at home and out and about in Philly that can help you beat winter break boredom:

1. Shop your kitchen

Rummage around your fridge and see what sort of food you have. Use a website like myfridgefood.com and click on all the things you have, from fruits and veggies to spices and snacks. Pick a recipe and try to make it for dinner.

2. Watch a movie

It can’t be just any movie though. Think of one from your childhood that has a serious nostalgia factor. Space jam anyone?

3. People watch

Head to the park and just sit down and watch people. Look at their clothes and mannerisms and make up stories in your head about who they are and what they do. Make sure to grab a coffee to keep your hands warm.

4. Try a new place

You know that cafe or bar that you always pass to and from work? It looks cool, but you’ve never actually been there. Now that you don’t have any plans waiting for you after 5pm, now is the perfect time to stop in and check it out.

5. Make new friends

While you’re at that bar, talk to someone there as well. A lot of bartenders are super talkative and could be a refreshing change from people that you talk to day in and day out. This one can be a bit intimidating, but could also turn out to be a really great conversation.

6. Thanksgiving Day Parade

Take advantage of being a few blocks away from the oldest Turkey Day Parade in the US and enjoy the holiday festivities. And speaking of holiday festivities…..

7. The Christmas Village

Love Park right by City Hall hosts an annual Christmas village outdoor shops selling seasonal gifts, crafts and food. Buy your parents a gift or just check it out to get into some holiday cheer!

Happy Thanksgiving everyone!