![Freshman Milan Earl and sophomore Lucy Kaplan sit with their grandparents at Archer’s annual Grandparents and Special Friends Day Friday, March 15. The event took place over three 75-minute sessions. “[I hope my grandparents] gain an understanding about what I do, Kaplan said, because I know they ask a lot of questions and can sort of see what I do in school and what the experience is like to be here.](https://archeroracle.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/grandparents-day-option-2-1200x800.jpg)
Gift Guide: For the best friend
February 11, 2021
UNDER $20
Prelude and Dawn
US $6.50
These car fresheners are botanically infused with pure essential oils for a wildly wonderful aromatic experience. A thank you to the bestie that drives you around.
Marc Jacobs
US $8
Technically it’s a tote bag patch, but I think they make a great addition to any iPhone case. Upgrade your iPhone without “upgrading your iPhone.”
Cafe Con Libros
FEMINIST & BOOKISH MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION
US $20
The gift that keeps on giving! A monthly subscription of intersectional feminist books by, for and about womxn and girls.
UNDER $35
Sweet Laurel
US $21
When you just need to dance your heart out in your pajamas with your best friend while baking cookies.
UNDER $50
Mosser Glass
US $40
A place to store all the jewelry you’ve got your best friend over the years.
Roxanne Assoulin
US $45
If you’re not here for the furry phone patch, keeping on the personalized theme, go for this tie on bracelet. Inspired by Brazilian wish bracelets, you can handpick a message that rings true and as their website states, “Because sometimes we forget, tie one on to remember….” Don’t miss out on their red collection, which includes phrases such as “I LOVE YOU,” and “SPARK JOY.”
Klaede Kerchief
BLACK AND WHITE FLORAL KERCHIEF
US $46
Hand-painted kerchiefs that give 15% back to the Loveland Foundation. Kerchief? Wear it as a headscarf, around your shoulders as protection against the breeze, channel your inner Audrey Hepburn and tie it around your neck — the thousands-in-one-ways kerchief is the most versatile accessory, making it your new go-to for any occasion. Want to get personal? Custom designs can be commissioned for a single kerchief.
Upstate
US $48
A fun-loving activity for when you’re tired of the white tee. This plant-based dye kit comes in three all-natural colors: turmeric, indigo and rose. The kit uses a Japanese dyeing technique, shibori, to produce masterful patterns.
Here are some Amazon whites to dye: hoodies, sweatpants, t-shirts, tanks and socks.
