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GLASS
By Cumah Holt
MOVIE REVIEW The superhero genre has been around for quite a long time, and while most superhero movies are filled with flashy special effects and over-thetop action, one superhero story has managed to stay grounded in reality. This is the “Unbreakable” trilogy from M. Night Shyamalan. The final film in this trilogy, “Glass,” puts a psychological spin on the superhero genre.
Bruce Willis and Samuel L. Jackson reprise their roles as David Dunn and Elijah Price, two men who believe they have superhuman abilities. “Glass” begins with Dunn hunting down Kevin Wendell Crumb, played by James McAvoy, and his super-powered alter ego, “The Beast.” When all three men are admitted to a psychiatric hospital, Dunn has to stop his two foes from committing unspeakable crimes. Shyamalan has had his share of hits and misses when it comes to his films, and this film seems to fall somewhere in between. The first two acts are slow but incredibly intriguing. With captivating acting and gorgeous cinematography, the film feels like a psychological thriller with a lot to say. Unfortunately, everything seems to unravel in the third act, and Shyamalan’s love for useless plot twists shows itself. It’s a shame because the ideas presented in the film are interesting, but the execution of these ideas onto the big screen ends up being confusing and messy. Overall, “Glass” is an intriguing psychological thriller but a disappointment when compared to its predecessors in the trilogy.
ALBUM REVIEW
By Justin Walker
Love. It sure is a pretty powerful force. It can pull us away from the things we enjoy or inspire us to achieve great things. The latter was the case for Meghan Trainor. After putting her third album on hold, Trainor married Daryl Sabara, of “Spy Kids” fame. To document this lovefilled time in her life, Trainor released an EP, “The Love Train.” Featuring six tracks, “The Love Train” tells the love story between Trainor and Sabara, including the song she walked down the aisle to. While not a full album, the EP is a perfect sample of what is to come.
ARTIST: Meghan Trainor ALBUM: The Love Train
Songs such as “I’m Down” and “All the Ways” will get stuck in your head for days, but with interesting lyrics and a catchy tune, most people won’t mind belting out these tracks in their minds. “Marry Me,” the track featured at Trainor’s wedding, was written just a month after she began dating her now husband. The sweet melody and words leave you with a loving feeling and perfectly represents the message behind the EP. “The Love Train” is a great fit for a February release. With the theme of love and Trainor’s simplistic charm, it’s a great listen!
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MUSIC The Brazos Valley doesn’t hurt for good musical entertainment. Bryan/College Station residents can count on dozens of great performances throughout each week at the many venues in town. This weekend is no exception, with the Grand Stafford Theater’s full lineup—The Gray Havens with Chris Renzema on Thursday, Feb. 21, followed by Keeton Coffman with Michael Witt on Friday, Feb. 22. Husband and wife Dave and Licia Radford make up The Gray Havens, a group with very emotionally-inspired music and heartfelt lyrics. “Ghost of a King,” the newest release by The Gray Havens, premiered at #3 on the iTunes singer-songwriter charts, indicating a strong sense of direction for the group. While Chris Renzema’s style is approachable and informal, his vocals will knock you off your feet. Intense and compelling, his music reaches for you and reels you in. His song “You’re the Only One” is regularly performed in churches across the country.
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Keeton Coffman will bring a more rock and roll vibe to the stage the following night. With an incredible stage presence and ability to engage an audience, Coffman will keep the entire crowd on their feet during his performances from his first album, “Killer Eyes.” Combining rock and roll with small town Texas, it’s going to be a show you won’t want to miss. Michael Witt will also take the stage on Friday. The Bryan native will take a more sincere and emotional approach to his songs, and the incredible songwriting and unmatched delivery of his performances will move the crowd. A mix of acoustic folk and electric indie presents a unique show sure to entertain everyone.
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By Elisabeth Cano Explore the complex wonderings of the universe and dive into your understanding of faith as you listen to guest speakers during this year’s three part Veritas Forum, Suffering, Science, and Snapchat. Presented by the Christian Faculty Network, the Forum provides students, faculty, and community members the opportunity to ponder on life’s mysterious circumstances. These forums are free for any and all, but registration is recommended to ensure seating availability. The forum’s first part takes place Monday, Feb. 25 in MSC 2300E at 7 p.m. The remaining two parts are set for Feb. 27-28 in Rudder 601 and MSC 2300, each at 7 p.m. The Christian Faculty Network has been a part of Texas A&M University since 1980, when it was founded by Dr. Walter Bradley. The group aims to glorify Christ through the community and desires to provide students, faculty, and staff alike with a support system that helps them to establish a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Events that are hosted by CFN are open to everyone regardless of race, gender, or religion. Partnering with CFN to present the Forum this year is Ratio Christi, a group seeking to engage everyone, God-fearing, confused, and skeptics the same, in honest dialogue.
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President of Christian Faculty Network Micah Green says that CFN helps to show others that you don’t have to choose between academia and faith, and that focus can be clearly seen in the Forum’s topic lineup. The first forum is titled “Evil and the Goodness of God,” and will be presented by Dr. Gloria Frost. Attendees will have the opportunity to explore the deeper questions of why evil and suffering continue to happen in God’s world. “There’s moments of wonder and joy in the world and other times, such evil and suffering,” says Green, explaining the significance of the forum’s subject. “This is for those wondering ‘why?’ to ask and get answers,” Green continues. Tony Reinke will be the guest speaker for the second forum, “Living with Smartphones without Losing Your Soul.” This forum aims to tackle the ways we as a society engage in technology and the dangers that come from such an advancing world. “We’re obligated to [technology] all the time,” Green says, “which leads to some irrational behaviors.” This forum is meant for those who want to know the purpose of technology and how not to fall into its trap.
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The series’ last forum is set up like a debate and features two speakers, Dr. Robin Collins and Dr. Joel Velasco. “Is the fine-tuning of the universe evidence for God?” demonstrates different point of views that are common in our society today. “We aren’t tiptoeing through tough topics here. We want engagement from the audience,” says Green. CFN’s President says this forum isn’t meant to have a winner. It’s made for profound thoughts and for people to question why they think the way they do. Bring yourself and some friends to sit and ponder the deepest parts of the universe you know today. Register for any of these forums through Eventbrite to ensure your free ticket! For more information on the forums and future events, please visit: The Christian Faculty Network website.
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By Justin Walker Entertainment continues to come to the Blinn College Brenham campus, this time with the hilarious comedy company The Second City on Feb. 24.
The company has seen many famous names join the cast and has traveled all across the globe. Joan Rivers, John Belushi, Martin Short and Dan Aykroyd have all participated in Second City performances. While Chicago may be home for the comedy The laughing fest will begin at 4 p.m. at the Dr. W. W. O’Donnell company, they have expanded to the likes of London, Toronto Center Arts Center as The Second City performs their show and Santa Monica. Second City has had a major cultural “It’s Not You, It’s Me.” The show takes a humorous tour through influence as well. Shows such as “Saturday Night Live” exist because of the company’s popularity, with many of the “SNL’s” heartbreak, missed connections and human relationships, performers having a history with Second City. making sure you’ll be identifying with the characters and laughing at love. It is a major coup to have the comedy company making an The Second City opened in December 1959 in Chicago and started a comedy revolution. With comedy legends such as Bernie Sahlins, Howard Alk and Paul Sills co-founding the group, the small cabaret theater soon became the leading force behind comedy and the direction the genre would take.
appearance in the Brazos Valley, so be sure to get your tickets as soon as possible! Originally slated to perform “Made In America (Some Assembly Required),” the date, ticket prices and time have not changed. General admission costs $35, but Blinn students can get in for $10 at the Box Office on the day of the performance, depending on ticket availability.
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Don’t stand on the sidelines, join our team! The City of College Station has a variety of seasonal and part-time positions available this summer. Recreation assistants for our youth programs, lifeguards for our pools, water safety instructors to teach swim lessons, swim coaches for our Tsunami Swim Team and more! Meet with program supervisors and find the right fit for a summer job. Light refreshments will be served. Admission is free. CSTX.GOV/EVENTS • 979.764.3486 • PARKS@CSTX.GOV
BRAZOS VALLEY MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY
“Weaving Magic: The Artistry of the Loom”
By Kendall Ward
Nowadays the trend seems to be Do It Yourself, or DIY, better put. But there are just some things we can’t Do As Well As a Machine, or DIAWAM—not so better put.
Intersections Textile Learning Center and Gallery. It’s sure to be an adventure into the international world of spinning and weaving.
Make your way down to the Brazos Valley Museum of Natural History before March 9, and you’re sure to learn about a skill that has lasted through centuries and across cultures. Have you ever woven or watched someone weave clothes or a blanket? The museum is featuring an exclusive in-house exhibition, “WeavingMagic: the Artistry of the Loom.” Weaving looks extremely difficult at first glance, but the weavers will tell you that with a lot of practice, it’s like walking - you don’t even need to think about it.
The display will highlight the tools and skills weavers have been using since the dawn of time to transform wool, cotton, flax and silk into beautifully woven fabrics. Antique spindles and midcentury home looms will be on display alongside the raw fibers. Of course there will be a hands-on experience with the vertical loom. Visitors can have a go at Navajo-style weaving.
Dr. Rebecca Ingram, Museum Curator, crafted up this exhibit in collaboration with the Brazos Spinners and Weavers Guild and
Check out the Brazos Valley Museum of Natural History website for more info.
If you haven’t DIY-ed something recently, come out and become a true weaver because there’s a true weaver in all of our hearts.
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S H E N Y U N : AT RUDDER AUDITORIUM Here in Aggieland we love our traditions, but we certainly of China’s ideological clash with the country’s rich artistic aren’t the only ones who have them. history, they have banned this performance in an attempt to erase it. Through the talents of an award-winning cast, the In 2006, a group of Chinese artists gathered in New York show tells stories of the people of China through a plotline with the desire to bring deeply rooted Chinese heritage that leaves a lasting impression on the heart. Stunning to the rest of the world. This sacred cultural practice can’t visual beauty draws the eye with intricately choreographed even be seen in China, and is coming to Rudder Auditorium dances and vibrant costumes. on February 21, at 7:30 p.m. The creators of Shen Yun have pulled inspiration and ideas from their practice of Falun Added to that are a state of the art, patented backdrop Dafa, a spiritual discipline based on principles of truth, technology and a full orchestra with original scores, all compassion and tolerance. Due to the communist party making this a not to be missed event.
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With its consistently sold out shows, Shen Yun reintroduces China’s legends, once headed for extinction, in a theatrical experience that pushes the boundaries of performing arts. Come travel back into the majestic world of ancient China, and you might just get your breath taken away. You can snag tickets online by visiting Shen Yun’s website or Rudder Auditorium’s website. Presents
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T H E T H E AT R E C O M PA N Y PRESENTS “MY FAIR L ADY” Find your seats and draw back the curtains, because coming to the stage is “My Fair Lady” performed by The Theatre Company. The first performance of the musical takes place Friday, Feb. 22 at 7 p.m. in Bryan. Performances will be held every weekend until March 3 with showtimes varying each day from 2-7 p.m.
By Elisabeth Cano
Tackling their own adaptation of the musical is the The Theatre Company, the Brazos Valley’s own premiere home for musicals.
“With a Little Bit of Luck,” you’ll be able to experience the incredible vocal performances of the cast as they serenade you with harmonious sounds of the catchy, The 1956 musical, “My Fair Lady,” depicts the story of Eliza Doolittle, a Cockney or working class Londoner, who, while jubilant melodies. out selling flowers, attracts the attention of Professor Henry Higgins due to her distinct accent. The Professor, being Come out and witness the transformation of Miss Doolittle trained in the sounds of speech, offers to teach Miss Doolittle as she struggles under the lessons of the rigid Professor to take on the role of a high society debutante lady, all while the proper way of speaking and become a real lady. Professor Higgins struggles with his own transformation. The musical production first appeared on Broadway in 1962, featuring actor Rex Harrison and actress Julie This wonderful performance is sure to leave you feeling Andrews. The show became so popular that it was like “You Could’ve Danced All Night”! known to set a record for the longest run of any show on Broadway at that time with 2,717 performances. Tickets for the musical performances start at $20 for Growing off the musical’s popularity came many revivals general adult admission. Senior citizens and student and adaptations, including the 1964 film starring tickets are discounted, as well as children under 12. actress Audrey Hepburn and actor Rex Harrison. For more information on performance dates and to The film became just as popular as the stage production, earning eight Academy Awards for Best Picture, Actor, purchase tickets, please visit: The Theatre Company website and Director.
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Let the curtains rise yet again! Presenting the live stage adaptations of “Frankenstein” and “Something Rotten,” the Memorial Student Center Opera and Performing Arts Society continues to celebrate its 46th season called “Raise Your Voice.”
Next in the lineup is Mary Shelley’s iconic “Frankenstein.” The play stems from the 18th century horror novel, a pioneer in the world of sci-fi, that tells the story of an unorthodox human science experiment gone sour. Surrounding the narrative are feelings of revenge, compassion, fury, and bone-chilling suspense. A master genius and his creation will leave you dangling from your seat. One of MSC OPAS’ “Intimate Gathering” offerings, it will be brought to life in Rudder Theatre on Tuesday, February 26 at 7:30 P.M. MSC OPAS is an organization founded at Texas A&M’s Memorial Student Center in 1972. They have since opened doors to professional theater, music, and dance productions to entertain and inspire folks from all around the Brazos Valley. OPAS is supported and funded by ticket sales and contributions from charitable donors. Get your tickets now! Available online and at the door. For more information visit the MSC OPAS website.
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“SOMETHING ROTTEN” & “FRANKENSTEIN”
First is the fairly recent Broadway hit “Something Rotten.” Set in 16th century London, this unique performance tells the story of two struggling playwright brothers who end up writing the world’s very first musical. This Tony-nominated production also includes a portrayal of William Shakespeare singing, dancing and acting, with a dash of witty comedy. The show will take place in Rudder Auditorium on Saturday, February 23 at 7:30 P.M. and Sunday, February 24 at 3:00 P.M.
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By Juniper LeValley
Ditch your usual take-out and take your palette on an adventure where patrons can sample everything from fine dining to at A Taste of Aggieland 2019 on Feb. 26 from 5-8 p.m. at the alcohol,” says Prihoda. “The proceeds from the event will also Brazos County Expo. benefit local high school culinary programs,” she adds. Hailed as an Epicurean Extravaganza, this restaurant showcase event will feature flavorful cuisine from 30 local eateries, including offerings from Bryan/College Station Chamber of Commerce’s Best of 2018 Winners. Supported by numerous local businesses and this year’s Title Sponsor, The Ranch Harley-Davidson,
A Taste of Aggieland 2019 features a culinary competition among local high school students from Bryan High School, College Station High School, Franklin High School and James Earl Rudder High School. “The event serves as a platform to showcase these students’ talent,” says Prihoda.
A Taste of Aggieland provides countless options to choose from, and guests are guaranteed to discover their new favorite food. “A Taste of Aggieland 2019 is a community event where people can come to socialize,” says Jordan Prihoda, Bryan/ College Station Chamber of Commerce manager of business programs. “They can sample a broad spectrum of food and drinks for one price in one setting.”
“Tickets for the event are available for purchase at the Bryan/ College Station Chamber of Commerce for $30,” says Prihoda. “They will also be sold at the door,” she adds. General admission for senior attendees ages 60 and over is $25. Guests can also take advantage of group rates, which include a group of five ($100), a group of 10 ($200) and a group of 20 ($400).
What makes A Taste of Aggieland 2019 unique? Diversity and For more information, visit the Bryan/College Station Chamber donation. “A Taste of Aggieland 2019 is one of the only events of Commerce’s website.
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Support Full Stomachs at Empty Bowls Jr. 2019
By Juniper LeValley
Buy a bowl, feed a soul. Hosted by The Arts Council of Brazos Valley, One out of three children in the Brazos Valley are affected by food this year’s Empty Bowls Jr. event will occur on March 2 from 11 a.m to insecurity. This event is one way in which the Bryan/College Station 1:30 p.m. at Allen Honda in College Station, TX. community can aid in the effort to end childhood hunger. “The purpose of this event is to feed our children,” says Pam Smits, The Arts Originating in 2013, Empty Bowls Jr. is an annual event that directly Council of Brazos Valley Board of Directors President. “Proceeds go supports local in-school food pantries and The Arts Council programs. back to our schools- some have in-school food pantries, and some Attendees who provide a $10 donation will receive a handmade have backpack programs.” bowl as well as a delicious bowl of soup and bread provided by participating Taste of B/CS members and local restaurants. This year’s lineup includes nine local restaurants: Blue Baker, Cheddar’s Scratch Every Bryan/College Station elementary, middle and high school will Kitchen, C&J Barbeque, Fish Daddy’s Grill House, J. Cody’s Steak and be represented at Empty Bowls Jr. with hundreds of handmade bowls Barbeque, Mad Taco, Shipwreck Grill, The Kyle House and Veritas Wine available. “These local K-12 students are very talented,” says Smits. and Bistro. “You’re taking home a piece of art and contributing to a great cause.” According to the Arts Council Website, “Students and art educators from more than 25 Brazos Valley schools have created hundreds of handmade, artistic bowls to donate for this event with the purpose of ‘kids helping kids.’” These handmade, artistic bowls are donated on behalf of K-12 students from area schools to signify all of the empty bowls in the Bryan/College Station community.
Last year’s Empty Bowls Jr. event raised nearly $14,000 for five in-school pantries and Arts Council programs. This year, the Arts Council is hoping to surpass this achievement with your help. For more information, visit The Arts Council of Brazos Valley’s website.
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AN EVENING WITH HEART 2019 H E A R T B A L L
By Jasmin Medrano If you can imagine the heartache of being the parent of a three day old child who needs open heart surgery, you’ll know just how special the American Heart Association’s Heart Ball is and why it’s such an important event. The Heart Ball of Brazos County is our local component of the national campaign event that celebrates the AHA’s accomplishments in respect to their contributions in research, development, and outreach. Saturday, February 23 at the Miramont Country Club, B/CS will host our own Heart Ball to raise support for this worthy organization. The black-tie event, sponsored by the College Station Medical Center, includes dinner, a live and silent auction, a raffle, dancing, and live entertainment throughout the night by The Argyles band from Austin, Texas. Cocktail hour begins at 6:30 P.M.
The AHA works to better understand and promote cardiovascular health and prevent wide scale heart-related complications; understandably, the cost is astronomical. Enter the Heart Ball and generous local donors. Nationally, the Heart Ball event reels in approximately $71 million per year, and aside from ticket sales, the fundraising success is made possible from charitable donations at these local events. The funds raised from the campaign are used toward continuous research on heart health as well as strokes, putting the AHA at the forefront of heart care.
The American Heart Association plays an important role in the health world of America today. In fact, the numbers show that the amount of heart related deaths in our nation have been declining over the past 50 years. This is accomplished through not only scientific advancements in medicine and health, but also through the crucial information and data the AHA makes accessible to the public, helping folks take proactive measures for prevention and treatment of heart illnesses. Tickets are Honored at this year’s event is 2 year-old Halle, who is a $250 and can be purchased online. Plus parking/valet will be survivor of open heart surgery when she was just 3 days old. available. Halle demonstrates the wonders that can be achieved through medicine and will be present at the ball, along with her family to For more information visit the American Heart Association website for the Brazos County Heart Ball tell her remarkable story.
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8 Short loin cut
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28 Parking person
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31 1970s song whose first two words denote the first two letters
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when: February 21, 2019 where: Rudder Auditorium
when: Now - March 9, 2019 where: Brazos Valley Museum of
CFN VERITAS FORUM 2019
SOMETHING ROTTEN
THE GRAY HAVENS
when: Feb. 25 & Feb. 27-28 where: MSC & Rudder
Natrual History
when: February 23-24, 2019 where: Rudder Auditorium
TASTE OF AGGIELAND when: February 26, 2019 where: Brazos County Expo
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