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A W R I N K LE IN T IM E
By Kendall Ward
MOVIE REVIEW
Have you ever wondered what it might be like to jump into a coloring book? You might remember reading “A Wrinkle in Time” by Madeleine L’Engle in grade school, but if you’re less familiar with the book, it’s a science fantasy story about a young girl whose father goes missing in time. The novel was published In 1962, and earlier this year, a major motion picture was released by none other than Disney. Director Ava DuVernay has crafted a bright and playful reflection of the classic novel that truly pushes the boundaries of creativity. Though both the book and movie are for all ages, this film is directed more toward youngsters. The main character, Meg, is hesitant to go on the journey to find her scientist father, while her younger brother, Charles Wallace, is ready for an adventure and nothing can hold him back. Throughout the story, they are guided by three mysterious time travelers who travel through time and space. Like any good story, there are a few bumps in the road—or should we say tessars—when Meg and Charles Wallace are confronted by the darkness of the universe. They must fight that darkness with the one thing that is stronger. But will they figure it out? This family friendly film shows us it’s good to think outside the box. Imagination creates beautiful wonderlands and colorful characters, all of which stem from love. If you’re still a kid at heart, there’s no time to lose! Go get those creative juices flowing with this fun film!
ALBUM REVIEW For many young artists now, their music lacks authenticity. Many of them become so wrapped up in the business aspect of making music, they forget that their lyrics are supposed to be a form of art. However, 23-year-old Ashton Simmonds, or better known by his stage name, Daniel Caesar, challenges this by staying true to himself through his lyrics. By Destiny Turner
Caesar focuses on his intimate relationships with his partner, mother, and God through his 2017 album “Freudian.” The work of Sigmund Freud, Austrian philosopher and the father of psychoanalysis, was the inspiration for this album. One of Freud’s theories that resonate through this album is the theory of the unconscious mind. Caesar explores this concept by recollecting how he unconsciously damaged relationships around him, but he is consciously working to rebuild them.
ARTIST: Daniel Caesar ALBUM: Freudian
This album is not one that follows the hype of music in today’s society, instead delivering an authentic artistry. “Freudian” also gives listeners a range of styles, from gospel-inspired organ runs and baseline dips to traditional and contemporary R&B sounds. “Freudian” is an album that reminds listeners that there is light and dark in life. However, it is the in between – the balance between the light and the dark, the good and the bad, that keeps us in harmony with one another.
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MUSIC This coming week, from folk to hip-hop, the Grand Stafford Theater is in no short supply of great musicians. On Thursday, November 15, Thomas Csorba will perform his soul-baring songs from his new album, “From the Foxhole.” The following day, November 16, JC Juice will take the stage and share his passion for rap and hip-hop. Kicking off Thursday night will be Kayla French, whose guitar and vocal talent will surely impress. The Texas based musician began playing guitar in her youth, and has since then developed into a profound singer-songwriter. French released her first album last year, and it is easy to tell through her songs that music is her biggest passion. Following Kayla French will be local singer-songwriter, Michael Witt. Receiving great praise for his latest EP, “As a Brother,” Witt has been making quite a name for himself in the music scene. His lyricism evokes true love, pain, and honest human emotions. Songs from his EP touch on topics such as self-discovery and healing of the mind and heart. Michael Witt typically performs his acoustic set solo, and this will be his first show playing with an accompanying band. Thursday night’s headliner will be Thomas Csorba, another Texas musician. Csorba’s folk-inspired sound and honest lyricism touches his listeners with relatable and provoking stories. His power to write songs that encapsulate the bittersweet moments of life make Csorba a musician wise beyond his years. Tickets for this show are $10 online and $12 at the door. The Grand Stafford will open its doors at 7 p.m., and the music begins at 8 p.m.
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On Friday, November 16, Chris Bohanon, followed by Dominik Valdez, will open for rapper and hip-hop artist, JC Juice. Chris Bohanon is a local musician and studies at Texas A&M University. Dominik Valdez is making his Grand Stafford debut on November 16. Valdez describes his feelings about playing music as “blood pumping, but at the same time, soothing.” A lot of Valdez’s musical inspirations come from John Mayer, J. Cole, and Bruno Mars.
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JC Juice says he is excited for the upcoming Grand Stafford show. He is most eager to perform one of his newest songs, “Souls.” JC tells us, “[the song] will be incredibly heavy, shedding light on mental health issues and depression.” JC takes pride in the brutal honesty his music possess. He credits Mac Miller as one of his biggest musical influences. “I listened to him throughout all his phases. I could feel his emotions as he expressed them through his music,” says JC. Doors open at 8 p.m. and music is at 9 p.m. Tickets are $5 online and at the door.
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Local musician Michael Witt is making a huge splash with his first EP, “As A Brother.” Lovers of David Ramirez and Noah Gundersen will fall head over heels for Michael Witt’s beautiful lyricism and dedication to authentic and raw music. Witt released his first original single, “Late Rose” earlier this year. The praise for that single alone has created buzz around this College Station vocalist and guitarist. But it hasn’t all been easy. Getting started on the challenge of creating an EP was not a straight road for Michael. After halfheartedly writing five songs as a base line, he experienced an eye-opening moment through the power of music. “In September 2017, Noah Gundersen released a record called “White Noise,” and listening to that record completely changed my approach to songwriting. I scrapped all of the songs that I’d written, and started writing new ones. Something about White Noise made something in my mind click. So I definitely owe a big part of the inspiration to Noah Gundersen for making that record,” Witt says. From there, he reinvented his method of music making and the rest fell into place.
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the music. Organically, the pieces of Witt’s puzzle came together to create a masterpiece of music. An important standard for Witt is his dedication to authentically writing honest music that expresses all parts of humanity—the good and bad. “I think that everybody has a way of portraying themselves in their most honest form. For me, that form is songwriting. To explore and express every part of myself is really the only way that I could go about writing a song. And a lot of times, what comes out isn’t very upbeat. Being human isn’t aolways the easiest thing, and I do what I can to try and relate to people in the peaks and in the valleys.” His songs, such as “Smoke” and “Late Rose,” encapsulate Witt’s emotive talent to depict the highs and lows of life through music.
In the upcoming months, we can expect plenty of live shows from Michael Witt and his band. Touring around Texas and playing local shows is keeping this singer-songwriter pretty busy. Yet despite his hectic schedule, he is still finding time to create more content. Keep an eye out in the upcoming months for more music from the born-to-be star, Michael Witt. Witt He co-produced the EP with Dallas based producer Collin Brewer. opens for Thomas Csorba on November 15 at Grand Stafford The two worked out of Brewer’s bedroom to record and produce Theater.
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ROGER CREAGER WITH GUEST AARON COPELAND AT HARRY’S Many talented artists have come from Texas, but South Texas in particular has raised a gem. Roger Creager is a Texas country singer who is as adventurous as they come. He loves his music, and he also loves traveling the world. His charisma is contagious, and his high-energy performances keep fans loyal, following him to concerts all around the globe—this week at our own Hurricane Harry’s on November 16. Creager has a passion for living life to the fullest, allowing his fans to feed off of his positive energy. How many musicians do you know that have climbed Mt. Kilimanjaro? Not many, huh? And his music and performances reflect that courageousness. He gained his eagerness for music at a young age, and that eagerness followed him to Sam Houston State University, where he earned a degree in business and started his musical career. Creager then made his way to College Station and earned a second degree in agriculture. Aggieland was perfect for Creager, where the rooted Texas country scene allowed him to thrive as a musician. This award-winning country singer has a mixture of vocal ranges, from a higher hillbilly style to a deeper, smoother, melodic country pitch. He keeps his fans entertained and leaves every listener wanting more.
when he gained the opportunity to sing and play keys and guitar for the Casey Donahew Band. Copeland stayed with the band for six years, honing his talents and getting a feel for the tour life. Copeland then joined a fearless country singer by the name of Sam Riggs. This allowed him to grow his fan base even more, gaining popularity in the country scene. As he began to grow as an artist, he felt it was time for him to start a solo career. This bold move has allowed him to travel the world, touring, and led to the release of his debut album, “Rain,” in 2017. Both of these artists will be performing here in College Station, Texas, at Hurricane Harry’s on November 16, and you don’t want to miss it! Doors will open at 8 p.m., with Aaron Copeland kicking off the show at 9 p.m. Following Copeland’s performance, Roger Creagor will take over the stage at 10 p.m.
But hearing from just one talented musician isn’t enough! Well, congratulations, you get two! Red dirt musician Aaron Copeland is a country singer straight out of Corsicana, Texas, whose fan base is rapidly growing. He jump-started his career at the ripe age of 20 years old
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D O W N T O W N B R YA N S H I N E S FOR THE HOLIDAY SEASON It’s the most wonderful time of the year. The season of cold weather, warm sweaters, and spending time together. Celebrations abound with delicious food, homemade eggnog, and hot cocoa. But it wouldn’t be Christmas without the lights. Big, beautiful trees and houses are decorated and lit with pride. Downtown Bryan looks to be the shining example on November 16 through the free, twelveyear-old tradition, Lights On. “Lights On is the kick off to the holiday season in Downtown Bryan,” says Katelyn Brown, event coordinator for the Downtown Bryan Association (DBA). This event attracts thousands of people to gather in Sale Park and celebrate the countdown until Downtown Bryan is lit up. Everyone meets at the park at 6:00 p.m. Thirty minutes later, the countdown begins and everyone walks to the Palace Theater.
pictures with Santa. There will be tons of free cookies and multiple food trucks. Brown also emphasizes that the tradition has seen a lot of growth over its twelve years. “This started as a free event to bring people here for the holiday season,” says Brown. “It was originally very small.” Last year, Light On brought in over 3000 people. Brown expects that number to rise to 3500 this year. This has encouraged the stores to join in on the festivities.
“Downtown Bryan is the living room of our community, and is pretty much 100 percent full of mom and pop businesses,” says Brown. These stores and restaurants thrive off of events such as Lights On, Brown explains. Most of them will extend their hours, have special guests, and have their holiday season inventory out for all to see. The main reasons for the existence of Lights On, says Brown, is to keep Downtown Bryan “vibrant and thriving,” to help Two Bryan ISD groups will be performing in the theater, the SFA support the local businesses and for the people to enjoy being in Middle School Choir and the Kemp Carver Notables. The Texas Downtown Bryan. A&M Century Singers will be performing as well. Other activities include a free holiday movie in the Queen Theatre, arts and crafts Usher in the holidays with this fun local tradition starting at Sale provided by the Purple Turtle Art Studio, a bounce house, and Park at 6 p.m. on November 16!
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B R YA N R O TA R Y C L U B HONORS VETERANS
By Justin Walker
The eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month. At that moment in 1918, the major conflict of World War I ended. Armistice was signed, and the Allies celebrated. A holiday, to be recognized by the associated countries, came to be known as Armistice Day. In 1954, the United States of America adopted a new name at the urging of major veteran organizations. Thus, Veterans Day began. This year marks the 100th anniversary of the end of World War I, and a local organization in the Bryan/College Station area plans to honor those who have served this country since. The Bryan Rotary Club will hold its seventh annual Field of Valor at Veterans Park. The project, which consists of 1000 American flags displayed across the park, serves the community, honors those who serve selflessly and educates students on the importance of the holiday. Each of the 1000 flags represents a story of our nation’s active military, veterans and first responders. Some flags will be tagged in honor or memory of someone’s service to their county and community. Bunny Pratt, event chair for the Field of Valor, feels the flags remind us of what’s important about Veterans Day. “We hope people will be drawn to Veterans Park to see this amazing and awe-inspiring display of American flags and tour the Field of Valor and memorials and reflect on those honored here,” Pratt says. Flag sponsorships have been available for purchase leading up to the event. The funds raised will go toward serving the community and educating students through scholarship and teacher mini-grants. Putting out that many flags takes a while and is definitely a labor of love, but it’s nothing compared to what those being honored are doing and have done. “It’s the stories from our flag sponsors that keep us motivated to plan and prepare the display each year,” Pratt says. “Such sacrifices of time, of family, and especially of lives deserve our recognition.”
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In addition to the week-long patriotic display, a fifth grade field trip will occur over the week, allowing for students across the area to learn more about our nation’s involvement in international affairs. Tour stations include content on the Civil War, Texas Independence, World War I and II, and a September 11 memorial. Holding this event is a great way for the Bryan Rotary Club to show appreciation for the sacrifice made by veterans and the ongoing sacrifice our active military continues to make. Veterans Park is the perfect place to hold the display, as the park serves as a memorial in honor of all veterans of the Brazos Valley who have served in all prior and active U.S. wars. The Lynn Stuart Pathway, which is included in the park, houses bronze sculptures and historic markers in respect to every recognized war the United States has taken part in. The Bryan Rotary Club, chartered in 1921, helps create change in the community by promoting peace, supporting education and growing local economies. The group strives to make the world a better place through action and problem solving. Members are known for creating opportunities for growth and building communities up from within. The Field of Valor will be open to the public starting on Veterans Day, Nov. 11, until Nov. 18. For more information on the Bryan Rotary Club, the Field of Valor display and other projects to help improve the community, visit www.bryan-rotary.org.
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INNOVATION
ALLOW PASSION TO BE REWARDED WORKING FOR THE I-SCHOOL Gas, books, movies, parties, games, and of course food. What do all of these have in common? They cost money, a lot of money, which is something most college students are seriously lacking. Luckily, there are many opportunities to earn that money without having to sell a sports pass or donate plasma. Texas A&M University offers many on campus jobs for all students in every field that are enjoyable and flexible. The year-old School of Innovation (or I-School) is hoping to give students a great opportunity to not only work for that much-needed money, but to allow them to flourish in a flexible and independent job. On top of doing the work that is asked, the school encourages their workers to start their own passion projects and is more than happy to help guide them as well. Come the Spring semester, there will be two available positions at the I-School, a content/creative writer and a social media manager. “The I-School is here to help students to work on their passion projects,” says Jennifer Briggs, Creative Manager at the I-School.
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Students who have any kind of passion are encouraged to reach out to the I-School. The school provides space, guidance, and at times, funds to help students. “We have them pitch us a true business proposal for their idea, and move forward from there,” Briggs says. The school is only about a year old, so they are always looking for new ways to improve and positions to create for students. “We want I-School to be built by the students. I think students should want to work here because it is not only a unique place to work, but also a unique opportunity to gain skills and produce product,” says Briggs. Senior Molly Barnby, graphic designer, loves working for the I-School. “I have never felt so supported and encouraged,” says Barnby. “This job made me realize I don’t care what I do, but who I do it for.” With that support and encouragement, however, Barnby explains how much work there is to do. The I-School asks a lot of its workers. They are not treated as “student” workers; they are treated as staff members. Each worker has a voice in everything, and they are invited to use that voice. CONTINUED ON PAGE 16
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“ I feel like my opinion truly matters, and I don’t feel scared to share it.”
Barnby says, “The environment is very comfortable, and I feel like my opinion truly matters, and I don’t feel scared to share it.” She has been the head of projects such as the safe cracking event held last semester and has designed several graphics such as the ones used on the Mary Shelley pens and much of the Maroon Base graphics on the website.
manager has to “eat, breathe, and live for social media,” as Briggs puts it. As of right now, I-School has a Facebook and a Twitter presence that Briggs has tried her best to keep updated, but hasn’t had the time to fully develop. The social media manager will help build the brand and identity of I-School. Briggs would like all student workers to have 2-4 hour shifts, and on average, positions are for about 15 hours a week. The jobs are very independent and rely on how much The two available positions are very important to Briggs, and both effort the student is willing to put in. come with hefty workloads. The content/creative writer will be asked to write news stories, marketing stories, and creative feature Applications for these positions and more can be found on Aggies stories based on the projects done in the school. The social media For Hire and the I-School website.
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As one of the leading freshman leadership organizations on TAMU’s campus, MSC FISH, or Freshmen in Service and Hosting, serves to “provide leadership opportunities aimed at enhancing its members’ purpose and identity by engaging in community service and program development on campus and within the community.” In the words of member Destiny Cotto, all that means is that MSC FISH is dedicated to creating “servant leaders” on campus, and in the community. “MSC Fish intertwines leadership and service together,” Cotto says. She describes servant leadership as the “development of one’s self through servantship. It can be as simple as holding the door open for someone. Servant leadership has a very broad spectrum. Doing something good for a person or community may have a domino effect, which means you can also influence people around you to do good.”
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MSC FISH accommodates for the diversity of skill sets among members. “Everyone is put into different subcommittees,” Cotto adds. “Service and Hosting, Kyle Field Day, Development, WAVES, and Outreach.” The subcommittee which she is a member of, WAVES, produces two events a year. For their upcoming Fall Speaker Workshop, the WAVES subcommittee has invited TAMU College of Architecture professor Dr. Stephen Caffey to speak on self-authorship and how to implement servant leadership in your daily life. The MSC FISH Fall Speaker Workshop will take place on November 29 at 7 p.m. at the Memorial Student Center in room 2404. Everyone interested in learning about servant leadership is welcome to attend the free event. Food and beverages will be served.
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FOOD
3RD ON MAIN KITCHEN OPENS IN BRYAN It’s that time of year when comfort food comes into its own. When you’re longing for warm and cozy, a big bowl of chili hits the spot. And the new 3rd on Main Kitchen in Downtown Bryan is now open to satisfy all of those comfort food needs! This is the third restaurant for owners Wade and Mary Beckman, who own Amico Nave and Shipwreck Grill. They also have a full-service catering business named Admiral Catering that participates in many Aggie and Bryan/ College Station events. 3rd on Main Kitchen has allowed the Beckmans to expand their culinary offerings beyond that of Italian and seafood fare. Mary describes the dishes at their new place as “Americana with a comfort twist.” The new restaurant is especially meaningful to her husband, Wade, as the new menu stars his favorite foods and recipes. Wade’s a big fan of chili and cornbread, and his dishes are available all day long. Mary says of the restaurant’s location, “We really wanted to be downtown.” When the Beckmans found a location across from the La Salle Hotel, they wanted to make 3rd on Main a place where diners could eat breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Mary found it important to offer their hand-cut fries at every meal. The breakfast menu offers the tasty spuds in addition to items like breakfast tacos and Wade’s made-from-scratch cornbread pancakes, which are featured in “The Morning After.” Lunch and dinner offer classed-up classics, like burgers, chili dogs, and pulled pork fries. Those looking for something a little lighter will find sandwiches and salads. The restaurant offers wine and beer. 3rd on Main
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also features a small retail store near the registers from which guests may purchase gift bags to fill with swag and bottled alcohol. The Beckmans’ new restaurant is truly a family affair. Wade and Mary have two sons who are closely involved in this venture. Collin grew up working in his parents’ restaurants and, after graduating from A&M and gaining experience, has opened 3rd on Main as its general manager. His brother, Carson, is a lighting designer who thoughtfully planned the style and lighting of the space. Mary says of the restaurant, “The design and concept is all my younger son, Carson, and myself.” Bryan’s rich history is reflected in the design of 3rd on Main, which was formerly a commissary space for a corrugated tin factory and then for a hotel. Mary is happy to continue the location’s history by serving food in the remodeled building. She says, “I think it’s kind of fun that it gets to tell its story.” In light of the building’s rich history, the design coincidentally features a corrugated metal accent wall along with a mixture of sleek high and low tables. The Beckmans are thrilled to open their restaurant in Downtown Bryan. The restaurant’s location allows their direct involvement in the town’s many events held there, such as First Fridays and the upcoming holiday celebrations. Don’t wait for Bryan to put on a show. Check out the new 3rd on Main Kitchen seven days a week! It opens on weekdays at 7 a.m. and on weekends at 8 a.m. From Monday to Wednesday, the restaurant closes at 9 p.m. On Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, it closes at 10 p.m. After offering Sunday brunch, the restaurant closes at 2 p.m.
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MESSINA HOF’S COOKING PART Y WITH THE CHEF
By Laurel Butts
The holiday season has finally arrived with the cooler weather, and with it is the opportunity for some holiday dish inspiration. Messina Hof is hosting its monthly Cooking Party with the Chef—this time with a “Holiday Fare” theme. This festive opportunity to eat lunch, drink wine, and be merry is offered on Sunday, November 18 from 1 to 3 p.m.
Guests who volunteer will also have the opportunity to assist in the meal’s preparation; however, those who wish to just sit back and enjoy the afternoon are welcome to do so. Fite emphasizes that diners are welcome to ask the chef questions while he cooks for them. Additionally, Messina Hof takes great care to accommodate any guest’s dietary restrictions.
The special event will be held on Messina Hof’s Bryan property. Lunch will be prepared and served in The Vintage House Restaurant’s Vineyard Room, which was listed as one of Open Table’s Most Romantic Restaurants in America. The winery’s Designer Events Coordinator, Sarah Fite, emphasizes that the menu is “handcrafted by our in-house chef” one week in advance so that the freshest ingredients are used to create an enjoyable meal. Messina Hof’s two chefs are Chris Shepley and Glen Huggins.
The Sunday afternoon at Messina Hof’s highly rated restaurant promises a “casual” atmosphere where guests may indulge in a “fullcourse meal” and wines that accent the dishes they eat, according to Fite. The cost to attend the cooking party is $91.57, which includes tax and gratuity. With purchase of a ticket to the event, the diners will receive a printed compilation of recipes from the lunch. Guests will also be entered in drawings that occur throughout the afternoon for various cooking-themed prizes.
The chefs design a menu of 3 to 4 holiday-themed courses that cooks of all skill levels are able to replicate. As Fite says, “We try to make sure that everyone can duplicate these meals and these dishes at home.” Everyone from novice to gourmand is welcome to enjoy an expertly prepared lunch—and imbibe wine pairings in the process.
Why not spend a Sunday afternoon eating lunch prepared by a professional chef that also complements wines from Messina Hof’s own vineyard? Get your tickets today through Messina Hof’s website to enjoy crafted cuisine that embraces the flavors and merriment of the holiday season.
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THOMAS CSORBA
1,000 FLAG SALUTE
ROGER CREAGER
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when: November 11-18, 2018 where: Veteran’s Park
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LIGHTS ON!
MSC FISH FALL SPEAKER WORKSHOP
MICHAEL WITT
when: November 16, 2018 where: Downtown Bryan
when: November 29, 2018 where: Memorial Student Center
when: November 15, 2018 where: Grand Stafford Theater
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1 Airline based in a suburb called Mascot
9 “Let’s do this!”
2 Anxiety
14 Buster’s stance, maybe 16 MacGowan of the Pogues
3 2017 biopic that won a Best Supporting Actress Oscar
17 “Animal” band whose name was inspired by In-N-Out Burger signage
4 West Coast red, briefly
18 Staves (off )
6 “No turn ___”
19 Word after fake or spray 20 “Grey’s Anatomy” actress Ferrer 21 Mid-sized string ensemble 22 “... so long ___ both shall live”
7 “Night” author Elie 8 Frank who won a Pulitzer for “How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying”
24 ___ Plaines, Illinois
9 Words between a letter and a word starting with that letter
25 Canadian novelist (and partner of Margaret Atwood) Gibson
10 Jim Carrey movie directed by Ben Stiller
26 Closes up
11 Afro-Cuban religious practice
28 Jared of “My So-Called Life”
12 Immediately available, like video
30 Bluster
13 Golden Years resources
31 SFO posting
15 “The Puzzle Palace” org.
33 Verbose
23 Age Bilbo Baggins turns at the beginning of “The Lord of the Rings”
35 Comment in a Johnny Paycheck song title
25 Morticia’s husband
39 Scans over
27 Ending for ham or young
40 Copier mishap
29 Pine product
42 First (and last) king of Albania
32 Spicy spread
43 Like 6 and 10
34 It may be mopped
44 Yoke mates
35 Watch from the bleachers
46 Stuttgart sausage
36 Some Danish cheeses
50 Bring by the truckload
37 Collapsible wear for some music fans
52 Former Cambodian premier Lon ___ 54 Disney tune subtitled “A Pirate’s Life for Me” 55 Cafeteria stack 56 Hill who joined the “SNL” FiveTimers Club in 2018
Answers
5 Ram
58 No-good heap euphemistically
of
junk,
59 “Sizwe Banzi is Dead” playwright Fugard
38 Word on two Monopoly spaces 41 Hanukkah centerpiece 45 Generic 47 Rodeo skill 48 Certain winner 49 Cornhole plays 51 Mallorca y Menorca, e.g. 53 Glove material
60 Handel pieces
56 Workout on the streets
62 Disney princess from New Orleans
57 Pen occupants
63 1990s Nintendo cartridge attachment used for cheat codes
61 Washington-based goods store
64 “Melrose Place” actor Rob
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65 Pennsylvania Dutch symbols on barns
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