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The Rock and Country Bash Set To Be Eastern NC’S Premiere Day Festival On October 3, 2015 the Pitt County Fairgrounds will come alive with a full day of entertainment. Not only will there be nine bands appearing, but there will also be celebrities on site for meet and greets along with pictures and autographed material, mechanical bull riding, food vendors and ice cold Bud Light. The band line-up will consist of the area’s best regional and local bands. If you like Country with some Rock-n-Roll this show is for you. The gates will open at 12 noon and we suggest you get there early to secure a full day of “The Bash” experience. The bands are as follows: K-OS, TypeCast, Trainwreck, LiveWire, The Southerner’s Band, Side Project, David Lee Jones, Blue Soul Redemption and one of the best recognized Motley Crue tribute bands on the East Coast- Mostley Crue. Mostley Crue has received a thumbs up from many industry professionals as a “must see” tribute band. Actresses from the CBS series “Under The Dome” and Ms. Oklahoma US will be on hand throughout the day for free pics and autographs. You can also test your bull riding skills on our Mechanical Bull. Local Radio and TV Stations will be on hand with freebies and media coverage. Local veteran Disc Jockey and Promoter Lee Cherry is the driving force behind what he envisions to be a staple festival for years to come. Cherry has been instrumental in promoting artists and shows all over the Country and has been nominated for many awards in Nashville, assisting artists such as Trick Pony, Chris Cagle,
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Jeff Bates, and Jamie O’Neal to name a few. Cherry now resides in Eastern NC and owns Lee Cherry Entertainment, which has big plans for events and shows in the area. Cherry stated, “I’m thrilled by the response I have received from the local government, Chamber and Tourism. The area is starving for this type of event, it’s time to give the people what they want”. Tickets can be purchased at Savvy Diva Salon and G-Vegas Magazine in Greenville or online at: RockCountryBash.ticketleap.com For more information visit RockCountryBash.com Special Thanks to Our Media Partners: G-Vegas Magazine-WNCT TV9-The CW-V103.3-107.9 WNCT FM-106.5 WSFL
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THE G-VEGAS RULES OF TAILGATING BY RANDY MOORE
To throw down with your friends before the game, refresh yourselves on the etiquette or face the harsh consequences of being arrested in the parking lot!
1. Man requires charred animal flesh in order to survive grueling hours of partying, cheering, and tearing off of shirts. No salads allowed!
6. A tailgate is a free-admission egalitarian event... assuming you brought some cold beer to bribe your way in.
2. If anyone in your crew showcases the visiting team’s colors, It’s an offense punishable by taunting, merciless ridicule, and in extreme cases, power noogies.
7. “Touch” football is for people afraid of getting dirty! It’s tackle or bust. Penalty: Anyone who knocks over a beer is on cleanup duty.
3. The 10-second rule shall apply to all solid food that falls off the grill; up to two minutes is acceptable if you throw the food back on the grill to “Cook it off.” 4. Most sporting events, from the big game to your basement beer pong tournament, can and should be tailgated. Notable exceptions: chess, competitive eating contests, and the national badminton championships. 5. A tailgate is not an appropriate way to spend a first date. The only acceptable date is your buddy Ted and only if he brings chips to barter with the natives.
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8. Don’t ever criticize another man’s meat. The way he cooks is his call. And there is no such thing as “medium-rare.” 9. Depending on how much beer is left and how bad your team is, making it to your seats by kickoff is strictly optional. 10. Forget trash cans.... throw all the garbage in the trunk and worry about it later. 11. Tell your friends they have five minutes to figure out where the tickets are. Why even go into the game? The party is out here!!
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SENSE8 BY BRIAN GOINGS
If you haven’t seen this rising Netflix Original, I suggest you add it to your Netflix list. It has a lot of mystery, science fiction, action, and yes sex. I saw the Nextflix show about two months ago, but I cannot get it out of my mind. I watched the entire show in one week and cannot wait for the second season to come out. I will admit that it does have a slow start, but around episode three it starts to pick up the pace. The show makes you wonder how connected we are to different people and shows a reality of what true diversity really means. Each character brings something different to the table and in a way it kind of reminds me of Mortal Kombat. Now don’t think you are
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going to see telekinetic energy flowing from their hands, or levitation or even someone turning into an animal. It reminds me of Mortal Kombat in how every person connected has their own personal story and why they are important to the main event. No, I’m not going to tell you what that is I want you to go see it for yourself. To top off everything else about Sense8, the show brings up modern day trials of people from different countries, religions, and even sexual orientations. It shows how the power of love, unity, and intelligence can save lives and not destroy them. This show is not for the closed minded nor anyone under the age of 16. It arouses and awakens a few things. But don’t take my word for it, check it out for yourself.
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GAME DAY DRINKS BEER-GARITAS
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CAJUN LEMONADE
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Ingredients
Ingredients
1 cup frozen limeade concentrate, thawed 1 cup tequila 1/2 cup orange liqueur Crushed ice 1/2 to 1 cup cold beer
1/2 cup orange juice, chilled 1 tablespoon orange liqueur 2 dashes Angostura bitters 1 (7-oz.) bottle lager beer, chilled Garnish: orange rind strip
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Preparation
2 cups light rum 1 (12-oz.) can frozen lemonade concentrate, thawed 1 teaspoon hot sauce 1 (1-liter) bottle club soda, chilled Crushed ice Garnishes: sugarcane sticks, lemon slices
1. Stir together first 3 ingredients until well blended. Fill 4 medium glasses with crushed ice. Pour limeade mixture evenly into glasses. Add beer to taste.
Combine chilled orange juice, orange liqueur, and Angostura bitters in a 12-oz. glass. Top with chilled beer; gently stir. Garnish, if desired.
Note: For testing purposes only, we used Minute Maid Frozen Concentrate for Limeade, JosĂŠ Cuervo Especial tequila, and Triple Sec for orange liqueur.
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Preparation Stir together first 3 ingredients. Add club soda just before serving. Serve over crushed ice. Garnish, if desired. Note: We tested with Tabasco hot sauce.
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Dear FreshmEn… Get Involved! BY BRIAN GOINGS So by now you have had a few weeks in the city of Greenville. By now you should know how your roommate acts, and their daily routine. By now you should know what your schedule will be like for the rest of the year and now…. you need something to do. No, playing video games in your room alone for hours until you go to sleep is not being an active student. You need to get out and join a student organization. If you don’t see any that sparks your interest… start one! I do know that there are several organizations that will get you out and doing things around the community. If you don’t want to join an organization then get in contact with your local volunteer center and volunteer some time to others. It’s very rewarding and sometimes you really do receive a blessing once you give back to others. You are trading in time for opportunities. I should know, because over the past 17 years that’s all I’ve dedicated my life to doing. Serving others and getting involved with
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what’s around me. It’s great networking and it’s even better than Facebook…yes I said it. If you know me personally you will know that the over 2,000 people attached as friends are a result of me knowing them in person or connecting with others via a group that I am apart of. Either way you are putting yourself out there for a positive cause while opening yourself to new people. I know at ECU there is the Student Activities Board or SAB for short and there is the Bull Dog Booster Club at PCC. These are just a few general organizations but I cannot forget my service orgs that are non greek. These are The Order of Black and Gold at ECU and Circle of Sisters at PCC. Not being biased but I’m familiar with both organizations. But Needless to say…GET INVOLVED. It will make your college experience a very good and fulfilling one.
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EAST CAROLINA PIRATES FOOTBALL SCHEDULE Sat, Sep 5 vs Towson 6:00 PM Sat, Sep 12 @ Florida 7:00 PM Sat, Sep 19 @ Navy 3:30 PM Sat, Sep 26 vs Virginia Tech TBD Sat, Oct 3 @ SMU TBD Sat, Oct 10 @ BYU TBD Sat, Oct 17 vs Tulsa TBD Thu, Oct 22 vs Temple 7:00 PM Fri, Oct 30 @ Connecticut 7:00 PM Sat, Nov 7 vs South Florida TBD Thu, Nov 19 @ UCF 7:30 PM Sat, Nov 28 vs Cincinnati TBD All times are in Eastern Time
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put a smile on her face BY RANDY MOORE
OK, guys, do you wonder if women view you as too unattractive, too short, too overweight, too loud, too nerdy, too…something? Well, there’s hope, no matter what you think you might not have enough of. Let me clue you in. If you can make a girl laugh, then you’re head and shoulders above the competition.
STRESS RELIEVER
Why is laughter so important in dating? Because…news flash!...dating is stressful. Yes, for men as well as women, the first few dates are very often a nerve-wracking experience. Meetings and first dates come about in many mysterious ways. But no matter what, laughter is the best medicine for the pain in the butt that putting yourself out there entails.
ATTENTION GETTER
Are you trying to meet someone through an online dating app? A self-deprecating joke will bring you to the top of list, no doubt about it. Do you have trouble moving beyond polite conversation in cafés and bars? Maybe you need a funny one-liner (or two) to throw out there. If you get her to relax, then you’re more likely to keep her talking long enough to eventually get her number.
What about the party scene? Are you often seen and not heard? Picture this—you’re surrounded by a group of smiling women who keep moving in closer. Why? Because you’re telling a funny story and they want to hear more!
TENSION RELAXER
Think about it…laughter makes you loose! But let’s hope that loose women are not your ultimate goal. Love is, right? Whatever…. Seriously, though, whatever your goal is, a little laughter can go a long way. Making an unexpected pun can capture a woman’s attention and make her think you’re smart. Interrupting the monologue with a witty comment when another guy is coming on too strong and talking a girl’s ear off can make her appreciate your chivalry. Telling some tall tales can help you distinguish the flaky girls from the ones with a cynical sense of humor. When things get more serious, making a well-timed verbal poke at yourself can end an argument in a flash. So here’s the lesson in laughter: Humor makes you human. Humor can even make you seem more handsome. In the long run, humor can make you seem humongously sexy! And that’s no joke!
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Without a Raincoat… BY NATHAN BLACK
Now I don’t normally do this, self-promotion that is, but I am tempted seeing as I am inclined to use every resource I can to promote myself and my work, but mostly because I believe in my work very much. Part of this work I believe in so readily is a play I wrote, called Weather Men. The premier for the the show is September 30th at 7 pm at Crave Restaurant on Evans St. Other showings will be on October 1st and 4th, at 7 pm and 2:30 pm. Pre-sale tickets will be available online at our FaceBook page. Simply search Weather Men, play. Weather Men is a very modern play, drawing inspiration from such directors like Kevin Smith and playwrights like Patrick Marber, the creator of Closer (1997). Weather Men follows the meeting of two best friends at a Christmas party when one of the friends shows up with the others ex-wife. Panic and confrontation ensues, but what
Weave these tips into your own values and find your balance early! Set the tone for your semester! Much success to you!
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the two friends don’t know is they are about to be challenged by an even bigger collection of secrets that means to be revealed. Weather Men is a play about relationships, both amorous and in friendship. It searches the question of why do people stay together, and even more, why do people stick? Weather Men hopes to reach into these questions with drama and passion as well as humor and a wicked sense of purpose. Not for children, sadly, nor those offended by bad language or adult themes. Weather Men is a play set to pull no punches and leave no feeling of falsehood in the story it tells. It is a play searching genuinely for connection in the current generation marred with cynicism and apathy of the spirit. It should be something to talk about. For more information or to purchase pre-sale tickets, like our page on FaceBook at https://www.facebook. com/pages/Weather-Men/1670184946548652 To contact me, email me at nblack252@gmail.com
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EMERALDS OF THE CITY WHERE THEY ARE NOW KRISSY BECK Has it really been 2 years already? Where has the time gone? Since becoming Miss August 2014 I have been super busy enjoying life. I graduated from ECU in May 2014 with a degree in elementary education and landed my dream job of teaching 1st grade. My first year of teaching was one for the books. There were many lessons, laughs, tears, and late nights but nevertheless rewarding. I am looking forward to this upcoming school year. Along with teaching, I have been traveling all around and exploring different places. I have went to the Bahamas, Puerto Rico, Chicago, Tennessee, and Disney World!! Phew has it been exhausting but exciting. In March, I finally
took a chance on my best friend and pulled him out of the friend zone. Who would have thought a guy could get out of the friend zone right? I know, I always said the same thing but it has been the best decision. I enjoy spending as much time with him as I can. Since he plays professional baseball in Joliet, Illinois, every minute counts. When he’s gone, I can always count on my baby Cooper to be there. Since becoming a G-Vegas girl, my life has changed tremendously. I gained confidence in my self, new friendships, and an amazing experience. The past two years have been a whirlwind of experiences but it’s been amazing!!
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EMERALDS OF THE CITY WHERE THEY ARE NOW KAREN SCHAEFER I have been a nanny for the past couple of years. Along with being a nanny I started a greeting card company with a friend and I had been doing that for almost 2 years, but recently I decided to go my out on my own. Now I am working on my personal trainer certification with hopes of starting my own company in a few years.
I also decided to start doing some of things on my bucket list. I am currently working on running a race in all 50 starts and plan on going sky diving within the next couple of months! - Karen
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EMERALDS OF THE CITY WHERE THEY ARE NOW LAUREN PEARCE
I hope all is well and you’ve enjoyed lots of pool parties this summer. I am flattered that I was asked to provide you with an update on my life. Two months after graduating from East Carolina, I packed up a a moving van and drove it up to NYC. I have to say it was love at first sight and I fall more in love with the city all the time. I spent my first 5 years in NYC in the acting scene and fell into some print work on the side. I had the time of my life attending stunt school where I was set on fire, hit by a car, thrown off a car and launched off an air ram just to name a few. I was on a Food Network show called “Giving You the Business” with fellow ECU grad, Andrew Blair. While I will always have a passion for the arts, the travel bug bit me really hard. I came to realize that if I wanted to travel the world, acting was not the most flexible job for me. I am now an Executive Recruiter and I help people find jobs. The #1 thing my clients look for is a college degree, so stay in school kids! It’s something I used to do on the side, even back in my ECU days, and now it’s my full time job. I really enjoy helping people take the next step in their career. Since the travel bug got a hold of me, I have ventured to South Africa (where I went cage diving with great whites), London, Costa Rica, Bermuda and St. Martin. The next adventure on my list is Burning Man in Black Rock City, Nevada. On my most recent trip, to St. Martin, I fulfilled a life GVM | 25
long dream of becoming a certified (PADI) scuba diver. I have to say, it runs in the family! My Mom, Dad, Sister and I are all certified divers! When I only have time to get away for a weekend, I love venturing out East to Montauk, NY. I currently live in Manhattan with my boyfriend, Mailon. He is kind enough to let me run him into the ground with all of my crazy adventures. Mailon has an 8 year old son (Little Mai) who is the most wellbehaved child I’ve ever met (love ya Bud!). I have the most wonderful friend group (VP!) who are more like family than friends. I joined a kickball team (Sit On My Base) and we’ve enjoyed a lot of post-game debauchery (Fireball & popcorn!). I have met so many wonderful people since moving to NYC and I continue to meet more all the time. People ask me if I’d ever move back to North Carolina and to be honest, the answer is no. I thrive in a fast paced environment, which is why NYC and I are a great match! If you’ve never been to NYC you should plan a trip! The food and culture here is incredible. While I don’t want to move back to NC, I do miss my G-Vegas family! I had a wonderful time attending school in Greenville and I wouldn’t change it one bit! Please eat some Chico’s cheese dip for me and don’t drink and drive! Peace, Love & Hanson,
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VENUES List of entertainment venues, Restaurants, and nightclubs In Greenville NC. ■ Tavern on 4th
110 E 4th Street Greenville, NC 27858
■ Halfway House
420 Cotanche Street Greenville, NC 27858
■ Scullery
431 South Evans Street Greenville, NC 27858 (252) 321-1550
■ Winslow’s Tavern
120 West 5th Street, Greenville, NC (252) 364-892 www.winslowsdeli.com
■ 5th Street Distillery
120 East 5th Street, Greenville, NC (252) 757-3034
■ Chico’s
521 Cotanche Street Greenville, NC 27858 (252) 757-1666 www.chicosrestaurant.com
■ Club 519
519 Cotanche Street, Greenville, NC (252) 752-4313
■ Michaelangelos Pizza 200 E. 5th Street Greenville, NC 27858 252-227-4425
■ MacBilliards
517 Cotanche Street Greenville, NC 27858 (252) 752-6728
■ Pantana Bob’s
513 Cotanche Street Greenville, NC 27858 (252) 757-3778
■ Stilllife
511 Cotanche Street Greenville, NC 27858 (252) 329-9991
■ Uptown Saloon
218 East 5th Street Greenville, NC 27858
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■ Sup Dogs
213 East 5th Street Greenville, NC 27858 (252) 752-7682 www.supdogs.com
■ Buffalo Wild Wings 426 E Arlington Blvd Greenville, NC 27858 (252) 758-9191 ■ Tie Breakers
1920 B Smythewyck Dr. Greenville, NC 27858 (252) 439-0555
■ Buccaneer Saloon
2120 East Fire Tower Road Greenville, NC 27858 (252) 756-8474
■ A.J. McMurphy’s
1914 Turnbury Drive Greenville, NC 27858 (252) 355-7956 www.ajmcmurphys.com
■ Hooters
316 Greenville Blvd SW Greenville, NC 27858 (252) 353-5995 www.hooters.com
■ Fitzgerald’s
113 East 5th Street Greenville, NC 27858 (252) 355-0311
■ Crossbones Tavern
114 E 5th St, Greenville. NC (252) 689-6199
■ Christy’s Euro Pub 301 S Jarvis Street Greenville, NC 27858 (252) 758-2774
■ Grumpy’s
111 East 5th Street Greenville, NC 27858 (252) 758-2774
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