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Staff Writers MADISON CALDWELL ABBY NEWTON JUSTIN WALKER Interns ASHALI CHIMATA TYLER LEWIS DESTINIY MAXWELL Distribution JACOB ATKINS MAKAELA LONEY EMMIE RODRIGUEZ

VALENTINE’S DAY IN BCS If you are a little late to the planning, we have you covered. Take your date out to one of our suggestions and wow them.

A REAL LIFE FIXER Judy Smith is the real life inspiration for ABC’s hit show Scandal. She is coming to Aggieland with stories from her life.

12 STRONG Go see this movie. We don’t really need to say much other than that. But we wrote a review anyway. Go see this movie.

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One of the most fulfilling experiences for many students is time spent studying abroad. However, it can be an overwhelming experience. Many find themselves pouring over blogs and Yelp reviews in a foreign country, and many of these review platforms tend to show repetitive tourist locations. A new student-focused review app is looking to change this experience. After bonding over the initially daunting experience of studying abroad, founders Landon Sanford and Hans Braunfisch began Rayka. This platform, which launched this month, allows students traveling abroad to read reviews on attractions, restaurant, and bars from their peers. Rayka is unique since it is tailored to student interests. Travellers can browse recommendations from like-minded people. They can join groups such as “Student Hostels” or “Late Night Eats.” Rayka also offers resources such as discounts on flights and helpful articles. There are already thousands of reviews, and the app hopes to become a virtual support network for international students. As someone who studied abroad this month, Rayka helped in finding local and inexpensive activities. The compilation of articles was also helpful. However, I wish I could filter by country or city. Currently, the reviews are mostly for Europe. Overall, as Rayka continues to grow, it will be a useful tool for students abroad.

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Go see this movie. That is all I should have to say, but I will go on for contractual purposes.

There is something about a movie based on a true story, especially a war movie. You know what happens, or what will happen, but there are minor details that you might not have thought about or which did not occur to you that make the film worth the watch. Movies such as “Zero Dark Thirty,” “American Sniper” and “Lone Survivor” all have endings that a majority of the audience knew was coming, especially in the case of Bin Laden’s demise. But to see the events of those movies fall out in front of your eyes is breathtaking. The experience, even from the safety of a movie theater, can rile up emotions such as anger, sadness, hope and national pride. “12 Strong: The Declassified True Story of the Horse Soldiers” is not just another war movie. It is not just another history film. This movie represents America. The film follows the Horse Soldiers, a dozen Special Forces soldiers tasked with being the first feet on the ground in Afghanistan following the events of September 11. Captain Mitch Nelson, played by Chris Hemsworth, must lead his team into foreign land with limited ground support and technology. The team joins forces with warlords in the Northern Alliance, the resistance movement against the Taliban. Over the

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course of 21 days, outnumbered and outgunned, the group fights through the Afghanistan terrain and Taliban attacks in the first battle won in the war. There is not a surprise ending for this movie. No plot twist or potential for a sequel. No, most viewers should know the plot of the movie before they arrive at the theater. But it is still worth the ticket price. What makes this movie is the details. The film perfectly reflects the emotions of the time. Fear, confusion, anger. It shows us tragic events happening daily in Afghanistan, which we as Americans would never have to worry about. It tells a story so remarkable, it is almost impossible to believe. But it is real. Twelve soldiers rode on horseback for three weeks with the Northern Alliance, were outnumbered 50 to 1, and stopped the Taliban from spreading even more. Twelve men prevented more disastrous events like those that occurred 17 years ago from occurring on American soil. They represented what it means to be an American: to stand back up after being knocked down and to fight on through overwhelming odds. So go see this movie. Go see what 12 men went through for our freedom. Go see what love for America is capable of. Go see this movie.

by Abby Newton

REVIEW you think metalcore/alternative metal is the long lost genre from I ALBUM f your teenage years, think again. Of Mice & Men have been releasing some of the most popular metalcore albums since the creation of the band in 2009. One of the original founders and lead vocalist of the band, Austin Carlile, recently left the band due to an extreme health condition leaving fans to wonder what would happen to Of Mice & Men. “Defy” is their fifth studio album, but the first without Carlile.

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“Defy” mixes both clean and unclean vocals, making this a project all rock and metal fans can appreciate. The leading track and album namesake offers some insight into the band’s goals of preaching individuality and defying the social norms of a mindless society. Some other stand out tracks include the poetic “Back To Me,” the catchy “Forever YDG,n,” the emotional “If We Were Ghosts” that has been rumored to serve as a tribute to rock legend Chester Bennington, and the Pink Floyd cover “Money.” This album is unlike previous Of Mice & Men releases, but the integrity of the band remains intact. “Defy” has been compared to the sounds of Nirvana, because of its explosive heaviness and lyrical sincerity. This band manages to write haunting lyrics about individuality, strength and loss while head banging with the best of them.

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MANDALA WORSHOP

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Join like-minded artists at DeGallery this Feb. 10 from 1:30 to 3 p.m. for a special Valentine’s Mandala Workshop. The event is open to all ages and will be taught by the artist that is currently being featured as an art exhibit in the gallery, Yulia Drozdova. Her upcoming workshop this month will be titled, “Create your Unique Mandala of Love.” This experience is a great opportunity to either create a Valentine’s gift for your significant other, or even just to “treat yo’ self” as the kids today would say. The event has been inspired by the “Unique Ceramic – Mandala Art Playts” which is Instructor Drozdova’s astonishing exhibit located inside the local Bryan-College Station DeGallery off of University Drive. Degallery is an incredible local experience that offers classes for many different types of artists. This is the Top-Rated-Do-It-Yourself art gallery in Aggieland. This event (like all classes held at DeGallery) has a BYOB (aka bring your own bubbly

and brownies) policy on both beverages and food! Mandala making has been proven to help provide people with a sense of tranquility through the colors and artistry. Attendees will learn the basics of the point-to-point technique, used in Mandala making. There’s no need to fret if you don’t have any past painting experience, as the Instructor Drozdova teaches participants step-by-step how to create the most unique and intricate designs. Point-to-point is a highly favored Mandala creating technique, because it gives the artist a plentiful amount of room in which to be innovative and creative, allowing for the painter’s creativity to grow and blossom. The current Mandala plate exhibit that is being featured at DeGallery are each intricately coded with designs. This distinguished way of writing dated all the way back to the ancient times, as individuals used decorative plate-like ornaments as a form of cipher, when put together telling differing stories of all of the ancestors struggles and successes.

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MANDALA WORKSHOP technique, point-to-point originated from the regions of India, Indonesia and Persia a few hundred years ago. On the DeGallery website, it stated that every person capable of thought can find their own history within “Mandala Art Playts” because the experience within itself is a very broad and universal concept. This exhibit provides spectators with a chance to reflect upon many of the world’s differing religions, cultures and philosophies. “Mandala Art Playts” was created in hopes of raising an individual’s figurative thinking and emotional awareness to a whole new level. Although useful and recommended for meditation, this is not the art’s sole function. These mesmerizing charms can be placed anywhere around the house or workplace to promote thought, all while supposedly strengthening your mental views and self-awareness. Not to mention these decorations are pretty zen and beautiful. A Mandala is a Sanskrit term used to describe geometric patterns that represent the cosmos. According to Jungian Psychology, the mandala is a symbol of selfreunification. Instructor Drozdove, through her unique artistic ability, is able to design these geometric and very specific patterns on a multitude of differing size plates. Her

So calling all you Bohemian babes, as your decorative needs will be met ten-fold at this creative class. Create and take home something inspiring, as there is always something more for the author to find, notice and admire in their own mandala. This is an event where everyone can become the artist. The pricing will range between $25 and $35, depending on whether you are a child or adult, and you can purchase tickets on the DeGallery website.

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valentine’s day in bryan/college station by Justin Walker

It’s the most romantic day of the year, or so I’ve been told. It’s a day we all set aside to show that special someone in our lives just how much they mean to us. Flowers? Yeah, that’s a good start. Chocolate? Don’t mind if I do. Dinner and a movie? Sure, not bad. But what if there was something more? A chance to outdo your previous self? An opportunity to give your significant other the better date story come February 15? Bryan-College Station has plenty of amazing date opportunities for you to experience with your loved one. Your person has worked hard for you. It’s time you show them you’ve paid attention. Dinner at the Astin Mansion The Astin Mansion in Bryan is hosting a romantic Valentine’s Day dinner for two. The five-course meal is catered by D’Vine Cuisine, accompanied by live entertainment, complimentary drinks and tours of the Historic Astin Mansion. The dinner will start at 6 p.m., featuring hors d’oeuvres, appetizers, a palette cleanser, a wide variety of entrees, and a decadent

dessert. It comes at a price of $115 per person, with no refund policy. It may seem a little steep, but can you really put a price on love? Interested parties can purchase tickets through Eventbrite Italian Date Night Italy is often considered the origin of romance, and that certainly translates to the food. Cook N Grow is partnering with the Spirit Ice Arena to bring a romantic Italian dinner to couples in the Brazos Valley. However, instead of sitting back and waiting for the food, you’ll be cooking! Cook N Grow believes that cooking together brings two people closer, sparking fun conversation and creating sweet memories. The event costs $50 a couple. There is no dress code, and the event is BYOB. If interested, visit the website at https://cookngrow.com/ Messina Hof Valentine’s Dinner There are few destinations that can match the beauty and romantic atmosphere of Messina Hof.

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The local winery and resort is hosting a threecourse meal, each course expertly paired with their award-winning wines. The menu is mouthwatering to say the least: crawfish bisque, chicken galantine and chocolate dipped strawberries. Live music and vineyard scenery is the perfect touch to the romantic evening. This occasion is a good choice for the couple who have a busy work week. The event will take place on Saturday, Feb. 10, starting at 7 p.m. Tickets start at $89.95 per person, everything included. Tickets can be purchased at http://www.messinahof.com/events/post/ valentines-dinnner. There are plenty of romantic date night options to choose from in the Brazos Valley. The important thing is to do something that will mean the most to you and your Valentine. That may mean a romantic, candlelight dinner or a trip to Research Park for a disk golf excursion. Regardless, enjoy your evening with your person. From all of us at “The Maroon Weekly,” Happy Valentine’s Day!

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valentine’s candy class for kids by Tyler Lewis

Valentine’s Day, a day that is centered around love, romance and chocolate covered strawberries, is quickly approaching, and all of the single men and women are currently on the hunt for their Valentine’s “baes” or “boos.” However, Cook-N-Grow will take an annual holiday that is often focused on adults and dinner dates and make it about the children. They will be hosting a Valentine’s Day Candy Class for Kids. We’re all familiar with the class parties, Valentine’s day cards, decorating shoe boxes with hearts and different shades of pink and red, and other elementary school traditions. Well, Cook-N-Grow is taking all of those traditions and focusing in on yummy foods for the kids. They will have a Valentine’s candy making party where the kids will make 5 tasty treats to eat for themselves or give to their family and friends! While your children will have so much fun learning to make these treats, your kids will also be building real-life skills that they can use in the kitchen. When you see these tasty treats, you will have heart eyes yourself!

Cook-N-Grow is dedicated to teaching kids and adults about great cooking habits, quality foods and how to eat better. Alongside making tasty food, they want everyone that attends their classes to care about what they are cooking, and their Cook-N-Grow Programs do just that. Their classes are said to be, “a journey through new places, new skills and new tastes.” In conjunction with their Valentine’s Day Candy Class for Kids, Cook-N-Grow also offers other cooking classes for kids, including their Toddler Chefs, Kiddie Chefs, Tween Chefs and Mommy and Me classes. These classes are held once a week, and come with all of the utensils, set-up, hats and aprons. Cook-N-Grow classes are very educational, and they are great for school field trips. The Valentine’s Day Candy Class for Kids will be on February 10 from 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m, at 6110 Elmo Weedon Rd, College Station, TX 77845. The class is for kids ages 5 and up, and will cost $30 dollars. For more information call: (979)-402-0516 or visit www.cookngrow.com.

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The MSC Bethancourt will be hosting Crisis Management Expert, not to mention real-life muse for the hit ABC drama series “Scandal,” Ms. Judy Smith. Smith has spent years honing her craft and becoming the skillful and powerful woman that she is. She has participated in some of the most important (not to mention historical) events that have taken place during our modern era, including the 1991 Gulf War, the Los Angeles riots, the prosecution of former Washington D.C. Mayor Marion Barry, the President Clinton scandal, the Supreme Court confirmation hearings of Justice Clarence Thomas and a slew of other high class scandals and international conflicts. Smith is on speed dial for some elite politicians and high-profile celebrities, well-known for her crisis management advisor position among the affluent. She has made herself a powerful name in the corporate world as well, as she provides expert advice on a multitude of corporate and communication issues.

Ms. Judy Smith, the real-life Olivia Pope in action, offices in New York. Sound familiar?

international programming. Smith is known for being straightforward, honest and hardworking.

Smith is America’s number one crisis expert, and she is coming here to Aggieland to teach her audience some tricks of the trade. On Feb. 8 at 7 p.m., Smith will be hosting a talk titled “It’s Handled” in the Rudder Auditorium.

Smith is the first African-American woman to serve as executive editor of the American University Law Review. She has also worked extensively alongside President Bush, as she joined the White House in 1991 as Special Assistant and Deputy Press Secretary to good ol’ George H. W. Bush.

Some would say she is a jack of all spades, as this woman does a little bit of it all. Come out all you “Scandal” fans for the real deal. I mean come on, she serves as co-executive producer and technical advisor for the show, alongside “Grey’s Anatomy” creator Shonda Rhimes. This woman is the CEO of her crisis management firm Smith and Company, and her work has gone on to be the inspiration for the hit ABC TV series. However, prior to founding Smith and Company, Smith was a partner at a Washington D.C. public relations firm, where she even served as MBC’s chief spokesperson towards both domestic programming, business ventures and

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As Smith has explained many times on both her website and throughout her lectures, “The upside of crisis is the opportunity to take a good look at yourself and confront and then resolve the challenges that have held you back in the past.” This is an event that really any motivated and professional woman of today wouldn’t want to miss. Women like this are those who help to inspire movements. Smith was able to advise our President and cabinet on a multitude of foreign and domestic issues that she herself felt strongly about. Let her be an inspiration to us all, to raise our voices (in a kind and professional) manner and make sure that we are heard.

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Poetic Justice, a non-profit organization supporting incarcerated women, originated in Oklahoma with the goal of promoting freedom through writing. The non-profit provides workshops encouraging voice, hope and power to change. Incarcerated women of Oklahoma jails and prisons receive transformational guidance and skills that allow them to move forward into a restored and meaningful life. Writers paint pictures with thoughtfully structured sentences and carefully chosen words as a way to express their own thoughts and ideas to a reader. Poetry specifically evokes intense emotion from both writers and readers. It is intimately personal and takes a great deal of self-awareness. Poetic Justice hopes to use the self-awareness learned from writing poetry to empower these women to value themselves and encourage selfexpression throughout the incarceration process. This organization holds many fundraising events to help bring the most interactive and helpful courses to prisons. Their biggest fundraising project to date is the new documentary “Grey Matter,” which displays the incarceration issue that is facing Oklahoma. The documentary was released in November, and it dove deep into the ugliness that lies inside those stone cold walls and why it is difficult for those experiencing that ugliness to change their ways. Oklahoma lacks enough space to incarcerate the total amount of women who have been sentenced, therefore many of them are awaiting placement in county jail. By encouraging good behavior and true change in the lives of each of these women, Poetic Justice tackles an issue that hangs so heavily over the state of Oklahoma. The Downtown Bryan Palace Theater is hosting one of Poetic Justice’s many fundraising events on February 9. To learn about the impact this organization has on the development and empowerment of incarcerated women, check out the event and show your support.

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has given lectures at prisons and jails across Indiana, Michigan, California, Colorado and Texas. This courageous man has protested the death penalty in 21 states. As a University of Colorado man, Dr. Hartnett has been continually teaching and expanding his knowledge for the past 28 years. Dr. Hartnett is also the editor of “Capture Words / Free Thoughts,” which is an annual magazine consisting of poems and stories written by aspiring writers in prison. As one can see, this man very obviously empathizes with troubled individuals, as he has committed himself to providing inmates from all around with better options.

This upcoming Valentine’s month, Dr. Stephen Hartnett is going to help the Texas A&M student body learn how to properly understand and recognize fascism in its many differing forms. His lecture will be titled “Trumpism, Amnesia, and the Politics of New Fascism Rhetoric.” Just from the title alone it seems like this lecture is going to be filled with interesting content. This free marquee lecture is being hosted and held by Aggie Agora: College of Liberal Arts and will be held at the Memorial Student Center (MSC) Monday Feb 12 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Now for a little synopsis of information over the guest speaker himself. Dr. Hartnett has taught college courses and poetry workshops, and he

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1. NO MORE THAN FOUR Living off campus? Since at least 1972, the city does not allow for more than four unrelated individuals to occupy a dwelling unit. As an example, four friends living together in a home are complying with the ordinance. Four siblings living together o are also complying with the ordinance, but if an unrelated friend moved in, it would be a code violation.

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Introduce yourself and exchange contact information in case of emergencies or other problems. If an issue arises, p would you rather they call you or the police?

3. KEEP THE NOISE DOWN That includes barking dogs. It’s unlawful for anyone to willfully make or allow continued loud noise, especially from 10 p.m.-7 a.m. If you can hear the noise at the end of your property p line, then it’s too loud and everyone on your lease risks receiving a citation.

4. AVOID CODE VIOLATIONS Many people don’t even think about city codes until they receive an unwelcome citation. Familarize yourself with our city codes by visiting cstx.gov/codeenforcement.

5. STAY INFORMED Keep up with city events, programs, emergencies, traffic, construction, utility notices and etc., by following us on Twitter (@CityofCS) or Facebook.com/CityofCollegeStation. We’d love to hear from you too!

by Tyler Lewis

cat on a hot tin roof Welcome to the land of theatre, a place of artistic interpretation, mental escape, and mystical imagination. The theatre is a place of luxury and grand enjoyment, and it is making a huge splash in the Bryan-College Station area. No matter where you’re at in life, take a break to laugh and enjoy StageCenter Theatre’s rendition of “Cat on a Hot Tin Roof” by Tennessee Williams. “Cat on a Hot Tin Roof” is a compelling story that includes family drama, alcoholism and cancer. The Tony-nominated drama follows the family of “Big Daddy” Pollitt at his east Mississippi plantation for his sixty-fifth birthday. Despite the festivities, a number of evils, greed and sins of the past are shadowing hopes for the future, as the knowledge that Big Daddy is dying of cancer is slowly makes the rounds. Maggie, Big Daddy’s daughter-in-law, wants to give him the news that she’s finally become pregnant by his son Brick, but Brick won’t cooperate in Maggie’s plans. Maggie has her own interests at heart in wanting to become pregnant, but she also wants to make amends to Brick for an error in judgment that nearly cost her her marriage. Swarming around Maggie and Brick

are their intrusive, conniving relatives, all eager to see Maggie put in her place and Brick tumbled from his position of the most-beloved son. StageCenter Theatre is Bryan/College Stations’s very first community theatre, which first opened its doors in 1964 and has been going strong ever since. In 1993 the theatre company relocated into the old BrownAllen Motor Company and made a stop at its final and current destination on the old 3rd Floor Cantina above Mr. G’s Pizzeria. Throughout its 5-decade run, StageCenter Theatre has brought about 500 drama, comedies, musicals and more to life. Past shows put on by StageCenter Theatre include “A Midsummer’s Night Dream,” “Arsenic and Old Lace,” “You Can’t Take it With You” and more. Alongside “Cat on a Hot Tin Roof,” the current season includes “Play it Again,” “Sam” by Woody Allen, “Last of the Boys” by Steven Dietz and Ken Ludwig’s adaption of “Twentieth Century.” You can catch performances of “Cat on a Hot Tin Roof” from February 8 to 24 at 7:30 p.m. The show will take place at 201-B West 26th Street, Bryan, TX. For tickets and more information visit www.stagecenter.net

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brazos valley heritage society by Justin Walker

The rich history of Brazos County will take center stage as a local organization hosts its annual gathering.

The annual meeting will include a presentation on the war’s impact on the Brazos Valley.

The 2018 Brazos Heritage Society Annual Meeting will take place on Saturday, Feb. 10, at the Museum of the American GI in College Station, Texas.

Normal events, such as the business meeting and officer elections, will take place as well. Finger foods will be served, and guests will have the freedom to visit the museum’s various war era exhibits.

The Brazos Heritage Society is an organization dedicated to fostering awareness for the county’s history and historic resources. Founded in 1975, a group of people within the Bryan community helped save an endangered local landmark, the Cavitt House. A year later, due to the efforts of those concerned citizens, the Cavitt House received a National Historic marker.

Unlike in years past, this event will not be open to the public, due to the venue’s size. Yearly memberships will be offered at the door and can be purchased or renewed beforehand by mail or online with a credit card. Individual memberships run for $10, while family memberships cost $15.

That act lead to the birth of the Citizens for Historic Preservation, renamed in 1993 to the Brazos Heritage Society. The organization has since served the community by preserving and restoring historical resources in Brazos County, while educating Brazos County residents about the their history. This year, the Brazos Heritage Society is honoring the WWI centennial.

The meeting will begin at 6 p.m. For more information about the event and to RSVP, contact the Brazos Heritage Society at brazos.heritage@ gmail.com or 979-777-4924. Be on the lookout for other events organized and hosted by the Brazos Heritage Society throughout the year, including the OldFashioned Fourth of July Celebration and Christmas Stroll – Home Tours.

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8 Detergent containers that I shouldn’t have to tell you never to eat 9 Fathom, e.g. 10 “___ Kalikimaka” (Bing Crosby holiday song) 11 Exclamation akin to “Eureka!” 12 Council 13 Jazz trumpeter Ziggy 14 Played terribly 22 Sound of lament 25 Relating to coins or currency 26 Mail delivery site? 27 ___ May Clampett (“Beverly Hillbillies” daughter) 28 Oil additive letters 29 Early start? 30 Food involved in “typewriter eating,” according to tvtropes.org 31 Caption seen early in an alphabet book, maybe 32 NASDAQ newcomers 33 “It comes ___ surprise ...” 34 E-file agency 35 Badminton divider 39 Some capts.-to-be 41 “Grrr!” 42 Mythological weeper 44 Kitchen appliance brand 45 TV weatherman Al 46 Armour’s Spam rival 47 Apartment that’s owned 48 “Lord of the Rings” actor Sean 49 “The Tonight Show” house band, with “The” 51 “Fancy meeting you here!” 52 Rowan Atkinson’s “Mr.” character 53 J.D. Salinger title character 2018 Jonesin’ Crosswords (editor@jonesincrosswords.com)

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