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GOOD ON YOU

By Destiny Turner

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In the twenty-first century, fashion has become increasingly faster. Fast fashion is defined by retailers as a term to describe inexpensive yet trendy clothing that is produced quickly.

This inexpensive price tag usually equates to cheaply made clothing, which forces consumers to throw away their clothes and purchase the next trend. However, many consumers fail to realize that their fashion choices have a greater impact on the environment than they may suspect.

Fast fashion industries are the second biggest consumer of water, and emit an enormous amount of greenhouse gasses per kilogram. Another fact is that those beautiful, vibrant colors achieved in fast fashion clothing are usually accomplished with toxic, hazardous chemicals. Last, but definitely not least, many fast fashion factory workers are paid unfair low wages and work in unsafe conditions.

To combat this ugly truth of many fashion industries, Gordon Renouf and Sandra Capponi founded “Good on You” in 2013.

This app gives you ratings on over two thousand fashion brands to determine how ethical these companies actually are. “Good on You” also aids in finding similar brands that engage in ethical, sustainable practices. To put the cherry on top of supporting slow fashion, “Good on You” also encourages consumers to tell brands what they would like to see change in their companies’ practices, and congratulates brands that are doing well. The “Good on You” motto is fashion without harm. This app is completely free and has shown consumers that it is possible to be fashionable without supporting unethical practices.

THE NUTCRACKER AND THE FOUR REALMS

By Sara Matthews

A fresh twist on the Christmas classic, “The Nutcracker and the Four Realms” tells the story of young Clara as she adventures to a magical land to retrieve a key. Gifted a locked egg from her deceased mother, Clara becomes determined to open the egg. She journeys through the four realms of the forest in order to complete her quest, meeting unlikely characters along the way.

MOVIE REVIEW

Filled with the traditional staples of “The Nutcracker,” this film integrates the mice, ballet, and the sugar plum fairy into an adventurous tale of self-discovery and coming of age. This Disney live-action movie is visually compelling and fills viewers, young and old, with a sense of whimsy and adventure. A fairy tale that immerses you into a parallel world this holiday season, “The Nutcracker and the Four Realms” creates a beautiful on-screen image of a winter wonderland.

The cast has amazing chemistry and features Morgan Freeman, Helen Mirren, Keira Knightley, and newcomer, Mackenzie Foy as Clara. Enchanting costumes add a layer of beauty to each character’s appearance. A star-studded cast truly does the classic tale of “The Nutcracker” justice. Fans of Disney’s live-action “Alice in Wonderland” will love this adventurous interpretation on the famous story.

By Tyra Harris

ALBUM REVIEW The holiday season is finally upon us! Prepare to find your beau under the mistletoe, shop ‘til you drop (on bargain deals, that is) and spy replicas of the Nativity scene across town. While doing any of these activities, you’ll most likely be listening to holiday music. Nothing gets you in the holiday spirit quite like Christmas carols, jingles and hymns.

ARTIST: Jessie J ALBUM: This Christmas Day

British R&B and soul songstress Jessie J’s “This Christmas Day” is sure to engage listeners in some holiday cheer. On her fifth studio album, J mixes her gut-wrenching pipes with classical rhythms of traditional holiday tunes, such as “Jingle Bell Rock” and “Santa Claus is Comin’ to Town.”

She enlists help from ‘90s R&B greats Boyz II Men on the seventh track, “Winter Wonderland,” and Babyface on the eighth track, “The Christmas Song.” The title song, “This Christmas Day,” is the only original song on the album, and is a melodic narrative about someone missing a lover who’s passed on. The inclusion of a gospel choir that echoes J makes it a perfect, reminiscent holiday song.

Get ready to clap, dance, and cry with “This Christmas Day,” as Jessie J sends listeners through a whirlwind of emotions. “This Christmas Day” is available to stream on Spotify, Apple Music and Amazon Music.

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MUSIC If you’re in the mood for raw, story-centered songs sung by two noteworthy artists, come to The Tap on December 4 to watch American Aquarium and Jamie Lin Wilson perform.

BJ Barham, front for American Aquarium, just released the band’s latest album called “Things Change,” and he describes American Aquarium’s sonic presence as “a twangy rock and roll band.” After many things in his life changed, such as his former bandmates leaving, his marriage, and the birth of his baby, Barham finds that his listeners are more likely to connect and relate to his songs.

Barham says, “When I set out to write this record, it was the first time I had something to write about beyond life on the road.” “Things Change” stands out as the most political record Barham has written.

The album centers itself in the exploration of narrative as told by the artist’s unrestrained voice and unapologetic music. He calls it “one hundred percent truth,” gesturing toward his frank presentation of his own life’s story and references to the post-2016 political climate.

Opening for American Aquarium at 8:30 p.m. is Jamie Lin Wilson, herself an Aggie (‘03) who is very familiar with the unique excitement and tradition that College Station offers. The A&M legacy traces generations of her father’s side of the family. While she graduated some time ago, she says of her Aggie audience, “The kids that go there are still the same.” She rarely performs in shows and is excited to return to the town she knows so well.

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Wilson lets her voice drive her songs with its power and honesty, simultaneously creating an indie vibe without forgetting her southern, particularly Texan, roots. “I try to write plainly,” says the wife and mom of four. “It’s exactly how I would say it to you, but it rhymes.” Wilson recently released a new album entitled “Jumping Over Rocks.” She follows the path paved by Guy Clark and Rodney Crowell, but Wilson has also drawn comparisons to independent artists like Emmylou Harris.

Barham says of Wilson, “There’s no better female singer-songwriter.”

Barham and Wilson are friends, and Wilson sings on American Aquarium’s new record. The two artists are looking forward to playing a show together. As far as what the audience can expect, Wilson says, “The songs that we write are a more storyteller type.”

The event promises the electricity generated by the camaraderie of creative artists telling their stories and singing their songs.

Come visit The Tap this Tuesday night to see American Aquarium and Jamie Lin Wilson present narrative-driven lyrics and music that embraces an independent spirit with a southern accent. Don’t miss the chance to experience these artists’ works live. Tickets are $15 at the door.

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STONEY LARUE WITH AUSTIN MEADE

AT H U R R I C A N E H A R RY ’S For all you Red Dirt country music lovers out there, here’s a show for you! Hurricane Harry’s presents Stoney LaRue with Austin Meade on November 30 with some boot stomping good fun. Both musicians value the artistry of Texas country, and their songs encapsulate the grittiness and twang that fans love.

His performances are electric and engaging. That connection with his fans remains an important part of LaRue’s stage presence. Great for some two-stepping action and exciting energy, this show at Hurricane Harry’s will be one for the books.

Stoney LaRue was born in Taft, Texas and grew up in Oklahoma, where much of his Red Dirt guitar skills come from. He began playing music at a young age and started his humble beginnings by touring around colleges playing music. After befriending fellow musicians Jason Boland and Cody Canada, LaRue dedicated his time to music fully, and his career in country music picked up.

Accompanying Stoney LaRue will be Austin Meade. Fresh to the Texas country scene, Meade is already gaining a solid following for his magnetic performances and captivating vocals. Hailing from the Texas Hill Country, Meade has carried his upbringing with him in his music.

His songs tastefully blend the traditional sounds of Red Dirt and a fresh new twist. With a full backing band, his performances are full of life and connective to his audiences. Additionally, Meade is a Texas A&M University alum, so being back in his old stomping grounds is bound to be a great sight to see.

Now, LaRue is a Texas country veteran, touring for the past 15 years.

From singing backing vocals for Miranda Lambert to creating his own original music, LaRue has some great experience under his belt.

Heavily influenced by Bob Childers and Woodie Guthrie, he shares the same passion for the traditionalist root sounds of guitar, and the instrument remains a core staple in LaRue’s artistry. With his song “Oklahoma Breakdown” having over 8 million listens on Spotify, his fan base shows a lot of love for LaRue.

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By Sara Matthews

The doors at Hurricane Harry’s open at 9 p.m. for this concert on November 30. Austin Meade goes on at 10 p.m. and Stoney LaRue is on at 11:15 p.m. You can purchase your tickets from the Hurricane Harry’s website or at Cavender’s Boot City.

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RAYMOND IDEAS CHALLENGE

A million-dollar idea requires a starting point. Maybe it’s the solution to a recurring problem that pains someone to no end.

Or it could be a life hack that just makes things easier. Or it’s the one item that you never knew you needed, but now you can’t live without.

I N N O VA T I O N

By Justin Walker

Applications for the contest closed on Oct. 23, with online voting for proposed ideas beginning Nov. 21. The top 40 finalists attended a workshop on Nov. 27 to prepare the for the final competition.

They all start somewhere, and for 40 grand ideas, that starting place will be on the campus of Texas A&M University.

The finalists, which were chosen by business and academic professionals, will present their ideas to judges from the business community on Dec. 6. Each finalist will be asked a The Mays Business School and the McFerrin Center for Entrepreneurship will once again host the Raymond Ideas series of questions that will challenge the development of their Challenge, an event that showcases the ideas, technologies and proposal, with their answers factoring into the judge’s decision. prototypes of Texas A&M students.

First, second and third place prizes will be awarded to the The 2018 edition of the annual event allows undergraduates and graduate students to share their products or services in a top three finalists, with additional finalists being awarded honorable mention. In previous editions of the challenge, first campus-wide competition. place winners have received a $3,000 prize, with second and Students selected to compete will gain valuable experience third taking home $2,000 and $1,000 respectively. as they develop business concepts and hone their writing and presentation skills. There is also an opportunity for participants to network with judges and local professionals to further For more information on the 2018 Raymond Ideas Challenge, visit mays.tamu.edu develop their ideas.

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“THE CALM BEFORE THE CRISIS”

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By Kendall Ward

If you own a business, you’ve worked hard to grow and expand your brand, so don’t allow a surprise crisis to damage your company’s reputation. Every quarter, The Center for Executive Development (CED) and Mays Business School presents the MPACT Speaker Series for local professionals and entrepreneurs in the Brazos Valley.

The MPACT Speaker Series is presented quarterly, and is the perfect place to tackle crisis training because their goal is to provide stimulating and inspiring speakers while accelerating networking within the community. Wondering why you should be interested in going? “You can expect to walk away with practical steps to identify a crisis and communicate that clearly The next one, on Thursday, November 29 at the Grand Stafford to all audiences,” Morgan explains.

Theater, deals with learning skills that help you better weather the crises that will inevitably come.

Be ready to put into practice your newly found knowledge and “The Calm Before the Crisis” is a free, interactive workshop, skills at the event as it will not be traditional lecture style. Top open to all, that will include defining a crisis, exploring the crisis off the evening with a bit of networking, and you’ll have some mindset, and steps in responding to a crisis. The workshop will actionable steps ready to be put into practice. Although you feature two dynamic speakers from Jackson Spalding, a national can’t plan for a crisis, you can definitely prepare. Join the MPACT full-service marketing agency: Becky Powell-Schwartz, Senior Speaker Series on November 29 from 6:30 until 9 p.m.

Strategic Counsel for Jackson Spalding and Founder of the Powell Group, and Joanna Singleton, Co-Owner and Partner of RSVP on the Grand Stafford Theater website, and for more Jackson Spalding. information on Jackson Spalding, visit the Jackson Spalding Alyssa Morgan, Marketing Coordinator at CED, says, “Both ladies website. have extensive experience in the realm of public relations and have worked in high-stakes circumstances.” https://www.jacksonspalding.com/services/crisis

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By Justin Walker

ONE MILLION CUPS: SUPPORT FOR SMALL BUSINESS OWNERS Starting your own business is hard work. Identifying a need, writing a business model, getting the necessary paperwork are just a few of the steps needed to get a dream going. Once all of that is done, it’s still difficult to keep the business afloat all on your own.

But one national organization with a local chapter is stepping in to change the game for entrepreneurs in Bryan/College Station.

One Million Cups, founded in 2012, is a free program designed to educate, engage and inspire small business owners to further their companies. The idea stems from the belief that a small business is founded over one million cups of coffee.

Eric Harry, a community organizer for the Bryan/College Station chapter, said the program was first introduced to the area in 2017 when Will Hayes, a certified financial planner for Northwestern Mutual, decided to start one up. Since then, the B/CS One Million Cups chapter has blossomed.

“It’s been a slow but steady growth,” Harry said.

The need for the program arose because of the lack of support for small business owners in the area. While Texas A&M University offered several programs, it was often difficult for people outside the university to hear about them. It has taken some time, but the chapter has seen a positive reaction from the community.

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“For the first couple meetings, there were 15-20 people,” Harry said. “It’s gone up and down since then, but always on a steady growth.”

Much of that growth is attributed to the fact that this is not your typical program, Harry said. It’s not about service providers or investors. It’s all about the entrepreneur.

“This is truly a community event where entrepreneurs and small business owners can come pitch their idea and get support,” he said.

The program essentially serves as a support group for small business owners and those interested in starting their own venture.

Weekly meetings consist of coffee and comradery, Harry said. The first half hour of the event is spent chatting with fellow attendees, followed by presentations from local entrepreneurs about their experiences.

Participants in the program are typically five years or less into their business, as are the presenters.

Meetings include a question and answer forum, as well as an opportunity for the community to give feedback to the presenters on their endeavors.

“The Brazos Valley is an emerging startup community,” Harry said. “It’s just now starting to grow. We are having people starting medium to high-growth companies and are staying here.”

The retention of those companies is another focus of One Million Cups, Harry mentions. The program wants companies formed in Bryan/College Station to remain operating here, which could recruit other companies to start or relocate in the area.

One Million Cups is striving to help small business owners by creating a community of entrepreneurs who will support each other. By doing so, Bryan/College Station and the surrounding areas will prosper.

For more information, check out the One Million Cups website. https://www.1millioncups.com/collegestation

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Every year on the fourth Thursday of November, kids jump in excitement to see Snoopy in the annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade and sports fanatics cheer on the Dallas Cowboys in their annual home field Thanksgiving game. Across the country, we gather to share great food while counting our blessings for the good fortunes we have. This Thanksgiving, Bryan’s luxury 4-star hotel, The Stella, is hosting a Thanksgiving brunch for families and friends who are looking to celebrate the holiday without any laborious kitchen duties or distant travel plans.

On Thursday, November 22 from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., diners are invited to The Stella’s Celeste Ballroom to enjoy a traditional Thanksgiving meal made by the Campfire culinary team. The buffet meal includes a variety of food options, including roasted black heritage turkey with a cranberry orange chutney and chorizo cornbread stuffing with green chile and gouda. For those who prefer seafood, the Campfire restaurant has also provided a “raw bar” that includes smoked mussels, poached gulf shrimp and trout. Traditional Thanksgiving desserts are also included in the meal: lemon curd, Bourbon pecan pie and more.

By Laurel Butts

Taylor Morriss, Marketing and Sales Coordinator at The Stella Hotel, describes the event as a “community celebration with family and friends. We provide [diners] with a space and a meal where they don’t have to worry about the clean-up [of typical Thanksgiving gatherings].” Morriss says “holidays are a big focus for hotel. We make sure guests have a home away from home feeling.” Because Thanksgiving is food focused, organizing this brunch gives The Stella an “outlet to give back to community in simple way,” she says. Morriss remarks that The Stella takes pride in the locality of vendors at the hotel, including the Campfire’s Texas cuisine.

When asked how The Stella would consider the brunch a success, Morriss replied, “providing people a place to be, whether there is one family or a 100 families present…every guest’s satisfaction is a victory for us. When guests say, ‘wow that was a great experience,’ we did our job.”

The cost of the brunch buffet is $55 for adults, $45 for seniors 65 and older, $25 for children 10 and younger and includes a selection of non-alcoholic beverage options in the price.

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LIVE

By Tyra Harris

T H E T H E AT R E C O M PA N Y PRESENTS: “ S E U SS I CA L” of thinking too many “Thinks,” and after he floods the bathroom floor, he is consequently sent to boarding school. Here he meets Horton (Asher Hinton), and the two form a friendship. Other Seuss favorites help move “Seussical” forward, such as The Grinch (John McMullen), Gertrude McFuzz (Grace Demers), and Mayzie LaBird Presented by The Theatre Company of Bryan, the name “Seussical” (Savannah Barrera) in this delightful, fantasy-filled adventure. is a combination of the word “musical” and “Seuss.” The production molds together a number of Dr. Seuss books and has the characters Filled with over 30 songs that weave the musical together, The interact with each other, making a fun-filled musical that explores Theatre Company’s production is a fun performance for patrons of the wonder of imagination. all ages. Children are of course welcome, but adults who read Dr. The plot follows a nameless boy as he listens to the Cat in the Hat Seuss’ stories in their younger years are encouraged to attend.

Dr. Seuss fans, rejoice! Readers of his beloved children’s books can see a theatrical production based on Horton Hatches the Egg and Horton Hears a Who! and other Dr. Seuss classics on weekends between November 30 to December 16.

(Dustin Bartee) tell the Horton Hears a Who! story. Along the way, the boy (Henry Bradford) becomes the character Jojo, the son of the mayor of Whoville. Jojo has been having trouble at school because

Tickets can be purchased in person or online at The Theatre Company’s website www.theatrecompany.com

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BLINN PERFORMING ARTS SERIES PRESENTS C H A R L E S D I C K E N S ’ “A C H R I S T M A S C A R O L”

By Destiny Turner

Every year around this time, a grouchy Ebenezer Scrooge is heard spouting Bah! Humbug!, exclaiming his disdain for Christmas. Written by Charles Dickens in 1843, this play has captivated audiences all over the world for many years by bringing the Christmas spirit right to their hearts through joyful theatrical performances. This Christmas, Bryan/College Station can find that joy themselves with Blinn College District’s presentation of “A Christmas Carol” on the Brenham campus at the Dr. W.W. O’Donnell Performing Arts Center on Sunday, December 2.

We think of “A Christmas Carol” as expressing what it means to celebrate a classic Christmas, but in the Victorian era when it was published, the ideas that Christmas should be about giving and time spent with family were brand new. Over the years, Dickens’ wonderful tale has thus shaped our view of Christmas and its customs, making it the holiday we celebrate today. Dickens himself came from humble beginnings, which inspired the theme of giving back to the poor through Scrooge’s transformation from a selfish man to a more sympathetic one to finally being able to give selfless service to all.

by Destiny Turner

A classic Christmas ghost story, the plot narrates the life of Ebenezer Scrooge, an elderly man who treats the poor with no respect. Scrooge is then visited on Christmas Eve by Jacob Marley, his former business partner who is now a tortured ghost. Marley, in his remorse for a greedy life, arranges for Scrooge to be visited by the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Yet to Come.

In the Blinn College District’s rendition of the play, Scrooge will be performed by Scott H. Severance, an award-winning, forty-year theater veteran who is also the director of the play. With 26 traditional carols woven throughout the performance, professional actors, and the extraordinary sets and costumes, this production is sure to sweep you away to a simpler time and fill you with the Christmas spirit of giving and celebrating family.

Show tickets are $35, and $15 tickets are available for children ages 10 and under. For more information on ticket prices and the play, please visit the Blinn College News website.

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By Jose Rueda

TEXAS A&M CHOIRS COMBINE F O R H O L I D AY S H I N E

There are three major choirs at Texas A&M University: Singing Cadets, Women’s Chorus and Century Singers. All have different concerts and tours throughout the semester, but only once a year do they gather together as one big choir. It’s fitting that this spectacle can only be seen at the Holiday Spirit of Aggieland concert, this year on December 2 at 3:00 p.m. in Rudder Auditorium.

After the choirs and their small groups perform separately throughout most of the concert, they join together and make true magic. David Kipp, the Director of Choral Activities, says his favorite part of the holiday concert is when the choirs unite.

“When the curtain goes up and you see all three choirs together, you hear an audible gasp from the crowd.” This year marks a special year, the 200-year anniversary of the composition of “Silent Night.” In celebration of this, the choirs will be singing this famous carol together, and will invite people to come on stage for this song and the Hallelujah Chorus that follows it.

“It is a very fast paced concert,” says Kipp. “There will be no breaks or intermission.” Each full choir will perform six to eight pieces separately and a small group from each choir will perform two to three pieces. Selections include well known classics such as “O Holy Night” and “Sleigh Ride,” as well as lesser known choral writings including “Al Hanissim,” which features a clarinet player,

and a Christmas Cantata that will include brass instruments.

There will be pieces from different cultures and religions for all to enjoy.

Preparing for this concert comes in the middle of a very busy time for all three choirs. “With the (Women’s Chorus and Century Singers) just having finished their Fall Concert and the Singing Cadets preparing for their Winter Tour, it has been very busy,” says Kipp. Each choir has four rehearsals per week. This time is used not only to prepare for the Holiday Concert but for other performances as well. Because of this, Kipp says it takes “a lot of outside preparation time.”

Travis Angel, Assistant Director of Choral Activities, explains why the choirs put so much time and effort into everything they do. “The goal of all three choirs is to perform well but have a great time doing it,” says Angel. Seeing as Texas A&M does not currently have a music program, no one in any of the choirs is a music major. All of the students are there because they find joy in singing together. “We are not tied to a fine arts program, so I am not teaching future choir directors,” says Angel. “We do this because we love to perform.”

Find your Christmas spirit with this amazing performance of holiday music. Tickets can be found on the TAMU box office website for $8. The price increases to $10 on December 2.

Students will be allowed in for free with an ID.

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C H I L D R E N ’S M U S E U M

POLAR EXPRESS PARTY

By Kendall Ward

The highlight of the evening will be the story time, featuring the it at home this year, how about bringing the whole family down classic book “The Polar Express.” Although the actual Polar Express won’t be able to make it, bring a cozy blanket or warm coat to to The Children’s Museum to make the movie a reality? On Friday, enjoy the outdoor train ride with All Aboard Fun Train. The night November 30, the museum is hosting the party from 6-8 p.m., and will conclude with a special visit from Santa Claus, so make sure you don’t forget to wear your favorite pj’s! have your wishlist ready.

Every child loves “The Polar Express,” so instead of just watching

A light dinner with sandwiches, soup, cookies and hot cocoa will be served throughout the evening to warm you and your children’s bellies. Dinner will be followed with some hands-on crafts for the

How long has it been since you attended a pajama party? It might just be time to change that. Make a new holiday tradition with your family at The Children’s Museum.

kids. You’ll be able to make Christmas ornaments and gingerbread

This event will cost $20 per child and $10 per adult. You can obtain more ticket info at The Children’s Museum of Brazos Valley process. What’s making a gingerbread house without eating a event website. http://cmbv.org/cmbv-events/polar-expresscouple gumdrops in the process? houses to take home, and of course sneak a few treats in the

pajama-party/

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Upcoming Events

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ONE MILLION CUPS

MPACT SPEAKER SERIES

when: Weekly Meetings where: Startup Aggieland

when: November 29, 2018 where: Grand Stafford Theater

AMERICAN AQUARIUM & JAMIE LIN WILSON

“SEUSSICAL”

when: December 4, 2018 where: The Tap

when: Nov. 30 - Dec. 16, 2018 where: The Theater Company

RAYMOND IDEAS CHALLENGE when: December 6, 2018 where: McFerrin Center

BLINN PERFORMING ARTS: “A CHRISTMAS CAROL” when: December 2, 2018 where: Dr. W.W. O’Donnell

Performing Arts Center

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13 Three, in Torino

26 Pay no attention to 30 Easy swimming style, according to the Internet?

12 Ending for mountain or auction 19 They should be nowhere near a chalkboard 21 Macbeth’s imagined weapon 24 “Little ___ Fauntleroy”

34 “Night Gallery” host Serling 35 Architect and Bauhaus School founder Walter 36 University official

25 Google’s was in Aug. 2004 27 Cookie introduced to India in 2011 28 Horse with mottled coloring

37 Competed at Daytona

29 Mode in “The Incredibles”

40 Istanbul title

31 No longer linked

41 “Better in Time” singer ___ Lewis

32 1 or 0, but not 10

42 Olfactory stimulus

33 ___ Reade (NYC drugstore chain)

43 William and Harry, e.g.

36 Pattern 37 Tomato variety

45 Fleetwood ___ 46 Pet-related YouTube according to the Internet?

clip,

50 Receipt figure 52 Half a quarter 53 Falco’s request to Amadeus, in a 1980s hit

Answers

8 Altar vows

38 Driver who plays Kylo Ren 39 2017 Pixar film 41 Pants maker Strauss 43 Sales talk 44 Guevara on T-shirts 46 What opportunity does, hopefully

57 Salt, chemically

47 “___ & Greg” (1990s-2000s sitcom)

58 Person who musically hypnotizes animals, according to the Internet?

49 “Check this out!”

48 Scratches the surface?

63 Letter after pi

51 “Family Matters” neighbor Steve

64 Actor Rami of “Bohemian Rhapsody”

54 Former “American Idol” judge DioGuardi

65 Job reward 66 ___ voto (“at my own wish,” in Latin) 67 “___ Kitchen” (Gordon Ramsay show) 68 Tenochtitlan inhabitant 69 Request permission

55 “Waiting For My Rocket to Come” singer Jason 56 Give forth 58 “I can’t believe this,” in online slang 59 Scottish “no” 60 12th letter of the alphabet, when spelled out 61 Language suffix 62 DVR remote button ©2018 Jonesin’ Crosswords (editor@ jonesincrosswords.com)

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