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Where the tourists aren't
By Eleanor Linafelt | Dec. 15, 2014, 1:41 p.m. | In Lifestyle Blog »
Living so close to the nation's capital, many still fail to take advantage of everything it has to offer. Some of us begin to view the Washington Monument, the White House and the multitude of memorials as merely heavily-frequented tourist hubs that fail to particularly interest us after the fifth visit. But there's more to Washington, D.C. than the National Mall and politics; the city is also home to many interesting places to visit which often go overlooked even by locals.
Thanksgiving Evolution
By Sarah Trunk | Nov. 26, 2014, 6:06 p.m. | In Lifestyle Blog »
The actual holiday part of the Thanksgiving holiday has a more complex background than you might expect.
Bikes for everyone
By Robert Pfefferle | Nov. 9, 2014, 9:38 p.m. | In Lifestyle Blog »
In bike sharing, commuters and tourists alike can conveniently pick up a bike for a small fee and ride it to their destination, where they return the bike.
Facebook's expanding horizons
By Kalin Vassilev | Oct. 29, 2014, 3:35 p.m. | In Lifestyle Blog »
To keep itself competitive, Facebook has started moving in the direction of health management, following trends set by fellow tech conglomerates like Google and Apple.
Capturing fall before it's too late
By Ellie Struewing | Oct. 21, 2014, 6:27 p.m. | In Lifestyle Blog »
We're nearly halfway through October, which means we are right in the midst of fall. Fall is an exciting season, with the piles of colorful leaves, the cool but not too cool weather and, of course, Halloween. Often fall seems to go by too fast, so to try to capture its spirit before it's too late, here are some fun activities for you and your friends.
All things pumpkin
By Divya Rajagopal | Oct. 8, 2014, 11:12 a.m. | In Lifestyle Blog »
It's a season with an abundance of pumpkins, so don't let them go to waste! SCO's guide to all things pumpkin will help you wile away the autumn hours with pumpkin recipes and activities.
The Maryland Renaissance Festival
By Amalia Chiapperino | Oct. 4, 2014, 9:35 a.m. | In Lifestyle Blog »
There are a lot of things to love about Maryland. My favorites are the crabs, the close proximity to D.C, the relatively mild weather and, every October, the Maryland Renaissance Festival
From the underdog: being a non-mainstream musician at Blair
By Brian Le | Sept. 16, 2014, 1:19 p.m. | In Lifestyle Blog »
I came across other musicians and found their views of their musical heritage equally interesting. And corny as it may sound, we all shared one thing: our love for music.
Vinyl back for another spin
By Eleanor Linafelt | Sept. 9, 2014, 11 p.m. | In Lifestyle Blog »
We can stream an album before it's released, we can download a song as quickly as we can press play on it and we can have music playing in our ears wherever we go. So why are vinyl and record players making a comeback?
Turning up the heat: new hot albums for this season
By Brian Le | Aug. 5, 2014, 9:46 p.m. | In Lifestyle Blog »
Whether you're on the road, on the beach or just sitting around at home, try listening to a few of these to give your day that extra boost.
A new Vessyl on the horizon
By Kalin Vassilev | Aug. 2, 2014, 2:09 p.m. | In Lifestyle Blog »
A San Francisco-based start-up tech company, has taken this technological shift a step further with the introduction of Vessyl, a new 'smart' cup capable of keeping track of your hydration habits and nutritional needs.
Going for the gap
By Ellie Struewing | July 29, 2014, 2:24 p.m. | In Lifestyle Blog »
In the college preparedness frenzy, many students overlook other post-high school options, like a gap year, that can help students do something they are passionate about and learn what is right for them.
Summer boredom busters
By Ellie Struewing | June 20, 2014, 5 p.m. | In Lifestyle Blog »
With summer come those lazy days where you have no plans and end up sitting in your house with nothing to do. Instead of lying around, call up some friends and try some of these summer boredom busters.
Dressing cool for the heat
By Eleanor Linafelt | June 13, 2014, 1:36 p.m. | In Lifestyle Blog »
As the mercury in the thermometer rises, our desire to put together outfits does the exact opposite. If you're feeling inspired to put together something a little more elaborate, read on for some tips on how to look put-together while still fighting off the heat.
Prom hair: from buns to braids
By Caroline Gabriel | May 12, 2014, 12:54 p.m. | In Lifestyle Blog »
SCO wants to make your prom experience more enjoyable by lessening the aspects of prom you have to worry about. If you are interested in getting prom hairstyle ideas for prom, then keep reading.
Bangladeshi families continue to suffer from corporate negligence
By Urvi Banerjee | May 2, 2014, 12:40 p.m. | In Lifestyle Blog »
Yet behind the glitz of the clothing industry is a secret: that in order to make certain brands' clothing items, someone elsewhere in the world experiences gross human rights violations.
American Hairitige
By Aidan Keys | Feb. 7, 2014, 6:17 a.m. | In Lifestyle Blog »
Now we're 4 years into the 10's (or whatever you call this decade). Living in the current era, it's difficult to spot the trends that will someday make us wince or put others through bouts of nostalgia. So lets review hair styles through the past couple of years.
Bahamas Castaway
By Dylan Ahunhodjaev | Jan. 7, 2014, 6:39 p.m. | In Lifestyle Blog »
Driving in a van towards our hotel for the night, we are flanked by palm trees, the flawless blue of the Caribbean and a cloudless, sunny sky. And it's five days until Christmas. It's a little like a Jimmy Buffett holiday album: Christmastime in Paradise.
What's In and Out in 2014
By Martha Morganstein, Sarah Trunk | Jan. 2, 2014, 6:42 p.m. | In Lifestyle Blog »
As 2013 comes to a close, we reflect on the mistakes and successes of the year that will continue on to 2014. Here are Silver Chips Online's predictions of what will be "in" and "out" in 2014. Happy New Year!
A Blair year in review: 2013
By Harini Salgado | Dec. 30, 2013, 8:49 p.m. | In Lifestyle Blog »
Although the school year itself hasn't ended, with 2014 just about to begin, it's time to look back at what made 2013 special for Blair.
Forget partying
By Caroline Gabriel | Dec. 28, 2013, 11:30 a.m. | In Lifestyle Blog »
There are bound to be various New Year's Eve parties, like every year. But there are many other fun things you can do to welcome in the New Year.
A look at globe-trotting Blazers
By Dylan Ahunhodjaev | Dec. 25, 2013, 10:50 p.m. | In Lifestyle Blog »
Well, it's official. Winter has come to Blair. Never content to settle for anything but the best, many of our intrepid students are venturing away from their wintry surroundings this break to explore foreign locales, from New York to the Philippines.
Eat the food, lose the weight
By Caroline Gabriel | Nov. 28, 2013, 9:22 a.m. | In Lifestyle Blog »
Soon the festivities will begin and for the next month or so, endless platters of sweet and savory foods will be brought out in celebration. If you're worried about eating too much, you could always try to moderate your portions. However, I enjoy the gluttony and prefer to find alternatives to staying healthy while eating the excess food. Keep reading if you're interested in SCO's exercising secrets.
Going Out Guide – November Edition
By Abir Muhuri | Nov. 20, 2013, 9:30 a.m. | In Lifestyle Blog »
November is a time not just for Thanksgiving. Local events can help you discover new hobbies in film and media and get you a headstart in your Holiday Shopping. Wrapping up fall is a time for being getting warm with your community with these three fun things to do.
Silverstyle: Taking the $ out of A$AP
By Aidan Keys | Nov. 19, 2013, 1:26 p.m. | In Lifestyle Blog »
This year, A$AP Rocky has won over both the rap and shoe games as one of hip-hop's stylish artists. A scholar in street fashion, A$AP's signature outfit is a luxury jersey, shiny black jeans and sneakers. As the year transitions from winter's street-goth trend and heads towards a white-out color scheme, black and white have become a staple in his wardrobe.
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