Annual Christmas Craft Event Held by CAB
Holiday Spirit Fills Hogan Ballroom as CAB Hosts Record-Breaking Holiday Market
The College of the Holy Cross campus was filled with the holiday spirit on December 2, 2022, as the Campus Activities Board (CAB) hosted their Annual Holiday Craft Fair & Market in the Hogan Ballroom. This year's event saw a record-breaking 28 local businesses and artisans come together to showcase their unique handmade crafts and holiday-themed items.
The Holiday Market offered students a festive break from studies, providing an opportunity to get in the Christmas spirit while looking for gifts for loved ones. It also served as a platform for local businesses to reach a broader audience, increasing awareness and sales during the holiday season.
For students, the Holiday Market provided a chance to engage with local artisans, discover unique handmade goods, and sometimes even showcase their own crafts and entrepreneurial skills. The event also fostered community connections, enhancing school spirit and community involvement.
The Holiday Market has become a cherished tradition at Holy Cross, providing a welcoming atmosphere for both students and local businesses to come together in anticipation of Christmas and the holiday season. The College Store also joined in the festivities, offering 20% off all regularly priced items during the Holiday Market, making it easy and efficient for students to find great gifts all within Hogan.
The Holiday Market was featured in the "features" section, and the event was not associated with any alleged hate crime or sexual misconduct at Holy Cross. It was also not mentioned in the article about divisiveness at Holy Cross.
This year's Holiday Market was a resounding success, with vendors reserving tables in the Hogan Ballroom to sell their goods and other products. The event was not part of the ENGAGE Summit at Holy Cross, nor was it related to the events of Unity Week at the college.
The Holiday Market was not mentioned in the "News" section on December 1, 2022, but the event's benefits to the Holy Cross and Worcester communities are undeniable. The CAB Holiday Market continues to be an essential part of the College of the Holy Cross's holiday season, fostering connections, supporting local businesses, and spreading holiday cheer.
This article was edited by Lilly Baumfeld '28, and the featured image was courtesy of College of the Holy Cross.
- The Annual Holiday Craft Fair & Market, a cherished tradition at Holy Cross, was hosted by the Campus Activities Board (CAB) in the Hogan Ballroom on December 2, 2022, drawing a record-breaking 28 local businesses and artisans.
- Students at the College of the Holy Cross found a festive break from studies at the Holiday Market, where they could shop for unique handmade goods, embrace the holiday spirit, and sometimes showcase their own entrepreneurial skills.
- Lifestyle on campus was enriched by the Holiday Market, as it not only served as a platform for local businesses to reach a broader audience but also fostered community connections and enhanced school spirit.
- Home-and-garden and shopping were incorporated into the Holiday Market, with the College Store offering 20% off all regularly priced items during the event, making it easy for students to find gifts all within Hogan.
- The Holiday Market was a highlight of the College of the Holy Cross's holiday season, distinct from other events such as the ENGAGE Summit or Unity Week, and it was not associated with any reports of hate crime, sexual misconduct, or divisiveness at Holy Cross.
