Valley WinterFest Brings Snow to Campus for First Time since 1949
The 5th Annual Valley WinterFest returned to SBVC this December to bring holiday cheer
to the campus community. For the first time ever, the event was held over the course
of a week, kicking off with an office décor contest won by the Office of the Vice
President of Student Services. On Tuesday, December 7, a fresh, 8-ton pile of snow
appeared on the Auditorium Lawn for students to enjoy. A mini holiday market and the
Culinary Arts Food Truck were nearby as students played in the snow to the tunes of
Alumni DJ "Holly Jolly Tom." This marks the first time snow has appeared on the SBVC
campus since 1949. Within view of the glimmering holiday lights around the Auditorium,
an outdoor movie screening was held later that night, screening the holiday classic
“Elf.” The following day, students were invited to take a quick break from studying
to refresh and grab some coffee and treats at The Den, as well as an obligatory, socially-distanced
holiday photo with the SBVC mascot. Blue posed with students and employees, most of
whom donned ugly sweaters and other merry apparel. Pozole and holiday treats were
sold at the SBVC Café throughout the week to emphasize the festive spirit of campus.
The outdoor, socially-distanced festivities celebrated the completion of the Fall
2021 semester and the coming of Winter Break.