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Features Finding Peace: Notes from Abroad...................................................6 A ‘60s Fashion Revival......................................................................10 Deep Fried Fair.................................................................................14
DEPARTMENTS SPORTS: Over the River and Through the Woods.........................18 DINING: A Guide to Ethnic Dining...................................................20 MUSIC: The Readiness of Cade.......................................................22 Movies: Cyrus................................................................................23 ARTS: A Day at the Mall is a Day for Fine Art................................23 Rental Listings..........................................................................25 Coupons.......................................................................................27
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Finding Peace:
Notes from Abroad
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By Taylor Shaw-Adams
Andre Gide, a Nobel Peace Prize winner once said, “Man can’t discover new oceans unless he is willing to lose sight of the shore.” I lost sight of the shore in the spring of 2011. I spent a semester abroad. From January to May, I lived and learned in Granada, Spain. This was not my first abroad experience. I traveled to the Yucatan Peninsula in Mexico, but this was the longest I have been away from home. I arrived in Granada, Spain on January 14. With much anticipation I was ready, but hesitant to embrace a different culture, a different way of life, a new environment, new people to meet and a new language to learn. I approached this task with all the emotions someone can feel at one time: happy, excited, nervous, sad, angry and overwhelmed. After arriving in Spain, I had to undergo minor adjustments at my home stay, like taking at 15 minute shower, no longer driving myself to where I need to go, a different diet (breakfast was the biggest adjustment, consists of toast or a muffin and coffee), a brutally cold winter, 6
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Through a program called “Morocco Exchange,” Taylor spent three days with a host family in Rabat. The camel was great!
The Royal Palace (Palacio Real de Madrid), located in Madrid, the capital of Spain, is the official residence of the royal family. It is only used for special ceremonies.
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wearing two sweatshirts in my house because heat is used sparingly, having class from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm Monday through Friday and resisting to eat American food, such as Burger King during the first week of my arrival. I found comfort in things that reminded me of America. I walked past Burger King and Häagen-Dazs everyday to and from class. I even bought “Las Chicas de Oro” (The Golden Girls) first season DVD. I watched the episodes in Spanish and in English. This was (and still is) my favorite television show. Even though I was miles away from a familiar place, seeing these restaurants and watching re-runs gave me a sense of closeness to home. Granada is located in southern Spain, about one hour away from the beach. From my window in a seven story downtown apartment complex where I stay with my host mother, Señora Carmen, I can watch the people on the street below. Many people don’t drive cars so everyone walks to their destination. There were several bars on every street.
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Coca-Cola is the soft drink of choice, and Tinto de Verano (“Wine of the summer”, red wine mixed with club soda) was very popular in bars. “Tapas” (appetizers) and friends go hand in hand. Dogs of all shapes, sizes and breeds are everywhere. Everyone’s always on the move. People are so stylish: boots, skinny jeans, parachute pants and a-symmetrical haircuts. (I have constantly wondered if people have a job because the streets are always filled.) It seemed like the city was stacked. Department stores such as “El Corte Ingles” (a similar combination of Wal-Mart and Sears) were stacked beneath apartment complex buildings and office spaces. Fountains were everywhere. Granada in Spanish means “pomegranate”. Many fountains where an ode to the pomegranate; as well as street markers. During siesta hours, stores are closed. Sidewalks were made of marble. The country that I was hesitant to come to at first had become my second home. I had class every day from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. I attended the Centro de Lenguas Modernas (Center of Modern Languages) where I studied Spanish. Other students in attendance where learning different languages such as Arabic, Italian and English. Erasmus students, students from other European countries who study abroad, filled the classrooms alongside Spaniards. Each Spanish level was 4 weeks long. I would have class, take the final exam. If I passed, then I advanced to the next level, if not they repeat the level. That is not how it is in every university class in Spain, just where I attended. I learned by being totally immersed in the language; professors taught in Spanish. My professors knew little to no English. I had one professor who knew English fluently, which made it easier to understand the differences between usage of words and phrase in the languages. By using your life lines: context clues,
A weekend excursion to a place where English is the official language. Here Taylor is pictured with the London Bridge in London, England.
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Looking out over the rual area of city of Granada, Spain, a foreign place that Taylor calls her “second home.” “phoning a friend” (your neighbor) or giving your professor the “dazed and confused” look I managed to start in level 3 and advance to level 6, all in the span of 5 months The education system in Spain is very different than of America. In the university systems, more responsibility is placed on the student. Homework is given but not checked or graded. There is only one test, the final exam. Professors teach the material in an organized fashion but more of a responsibly is left on the student to contact the professor if you need extra assistance. The course required a lot of class participation and lecture. Most of the actions, such as slouching in your seat, eating during class and usage of your cell phone are looked down upon in Spain. Some professors have even joked with us (my class was filled with American students) saying all American students have the same these mannerisms. One day when I was walking home from class and I saw two men using sign language. This really resonated with me, simply because the language that was considered “foreign” had become more like second nature. I barely spoke English. My host mother did 8
not speak English. I could not speak English in class. I even had to refrain from speaking in Spanish with my family. I will never forget that moment. It caused me to reflect on my experience abroad; everything that I had witnessed. Leaving home and everything familiar to embark on a foreign experience, pushing my limits as a person to see what I am capable of doing, experiencing a new culture and stepping out of my comfort zone. While in Spain, I had the privilege to travel to Morocco, England and Italy. My favorite of these excursions was Morocco. This was a truly unique experience where I had a chance to witness a unique culture that many don’t know much about or understand. Rabat, Morocco, does not look like a scene from “Aladdin.” I ate dinner where utensils were not used. It was custom to eat with your right hand, using your left hand was considered disrespectful. I even used a “squat toilet.” I’m not going to go into details, but let’s just say I completely stepped out of my comfort zone. I stayed with a host family of a mother, father and two children under the age of 10. The family spoke Arabic, French, and their native tongue (similar to Arabic, but differed from
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village to village. The children spoke the same but in school, they were learning English.) Our host mother knew enough English to tell me to “eat…eat…eat” when the communal plate of chicken and potatoes was passed around.” With a combination of hand gestures and the use of an Arabic-English dictionary, we were able to communicate. Regardless of the language you speak, a smile is universal. Just seeing my host mother in Morocco smile was comforting. She treated me as if I was one of her own. She was willing to make me feel comfortable in any way possible. She opened her house up to a complete stranger. She was willing and open to learn as much about the American culture and me about the Moroccan culture. Almost every other week I would talk to my Aunt via Skype. One day she asked, “Are you going to come back a changed person?” I responded “I don’t think I will come back changed in a bad way. More or less changed because I have a different view point on life and can view a situation through different lenses.” This is true. I was not sure exactly how I would be when I returned to the states. Change is to be expected. I was away from my
family from January to May. open your eyes to different cultures I had lived in a different enand experiences and will make you a vironment with a different global citizen. It’s not always easy to culture and language for step out of your comfort zone. Some five months. I experienced are quick to try it, some aren’t. My things that many of my semester in Spain was truly unforgetfamily and friends have not. table. I have overcome many trials, I wanted to share these but I can honestly say they have wonders and marvels with shaped my outlook on my life and them. But the only things myself as an individual. I know what that I could share were I am capable of accomplishing. A lot pictures and souvenirs. I changed during those months. I have a felt that they would not stronger sense of self. I feel more indeable to fully understand pendent. I feel that I can do anything. everything that I have expeStudying abroad opens your rienced in those months eyes to what’s going on outside of abroad, simply because your college, town, city, state, and they did not live it… I did. nation. The world has more to ofSpain is known for Bullfighting, wine and olives. Taylor is pictured Going home was a fer than what you see every day. I here in Ronda, Spain. bittersweet moment. I strongly believe that college is the was ecstatic to see my family again but I left chance for you to make something of yourmonth, I can remember days vividly. Pictures so much behind. My host mother and family, self. It is a chance for you to define and create and blogging helped me remember the growth culture, history, monuments, friends and places and changes that I experienced along the way. yourself as a person. When will you ever that I may never see again. When I first arrived get a chance to study abroad for a semester All I can say is WOW. I think that’s the only in Spain, I was hesitant to venture out and again? Take advantage of the opportunities word that fully describes how I feel right now. explore. Through my last month, I wanted to given to you. Seize the day. Study abroad! I encourage everyone to study aboard, for accomplish everything. I had to leave my mark a week, a month even a semester. It will truly on Spain. Thinking back to my first
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A ‘60s Fashion Revival
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By Meghan DeMaria
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the flouncy numbers from “Hairspray”.
Lilly Pulitzer Dress, $29.99, Ralph Lauren Cardigan, $22.99, available at Uptown Cheapskate in Raleigh. Most people don’t realize that many now-staple clothing items were designed in the ‘60s. In 1963, bikinis became popular after one was worn in a music video. Mary Quant invented the miniskirt in 1964. Jackie Kennedy made her friend Lily Pulitzer’s dresses famous, wore Jack Rogers sandals and fitted skinny jeans. The hippie trend came about in the late ‘60s—bell-bottomed jeans, tie-dye and colorful headbands. This gave way to androgyny—men and women began to dress in similar clothing and wore similar hairstyles. And let’s not forget the mod patterns and go-go boots! Where menswear
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But despite what modern media might say, the ‘60s were one of fashion’s most influential decades, and their influence is making a comeback on runways and on Triangle campuses.
is concerned, though, don’t expect to see a ‘60s revival—men wore brightly colored suits, plaid shirts and-yes-big ties. Yikes! As you can see, fashion changed drastically, even in just a decade. Of course, trends will always come around and be restyled, so it’s no surprise that ‘60s trends have hit runways this fall with fresh new looks. One of Prada’s fall ads shows a pale beauty wearing a geometric mod dress in neutral colors. It’s definitely ‘60s inspired, but the label added a belt and full skirt to update the look. So which trends should we take from the past, and which should be left behind?
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The early 1960s were all about elegance, thanks to the lovely Jackie Kennedy. She wore many pastel suits and dress jackets, the most notable of which was the iconic pink Chanel suit and pillbox hat. You probably won’t find pillbox hats and Easter egg-like business wear today, but American women still strive to emulate Jackie’s classy look. Chanel still puts forth extravagant dress jackets each year, and their popularity owes much to the ‘60s and the First Lady. Today, Michelle Obama takes inspiration from Jackie Kennedy, too. Jackie caused quite the stir when she wore a sleeveless dress in Congress, and Michelle’s
taken a lot of heat for exercising her right to bare arms on multiple occasions. Jackie proved that showing your shoulders can still be classy, and many women can wear sleeveless dresses to work or school. Of course, ‘60s elegance wouldn’t be complete without Audrey Hepburn. “Breakfast at Tiffany’s” was released in 1961 and is still regarded as the most influential fashion movie of all time. Audrey’s signature Givenchy dress from the movie is sleeveless like the ones Jackie wore in Congress, and it’s one of the first examples of the iconic little black dress. For true early ‘60s elegance, the modern audience needs to look no further than the local mall. Banana Republic’s “Mad Men” capsule collection, which contains over 65 pieces, is inspired by the ‘60s-set show. Pearls, suits, tailored pants and (of course) sleeveless dresses dominate the looks. Chic floral dresses are far from the tacky southern numbers seen in “The Help”. The “Mad Men” collection further emphasizes the classic, fitted styles for which Jackie is so well-loved. For college students, one of the most admirable traits about Jackie’s style was that it continued outside her political appearances. She frequently wore dresses and casual wear designed by her friend Lilly Pulitzer. This publicity gave Pulitzer her big break into the fashion scene. Today, Lilly Pulitzer is most known for the brand’s sundresses, but Jackie made capri pants in vogue as well. Jackie’s Lilly looks were never complete without a signature pair of Jack Rogers sandals. Both Lilly dresses (and accessories!) and Jack Rogers are staples on Southern college campuses today. The editor-in-chief of Girls’ Life magazine has even been spotted wearing Jack Rogers in several different colors!
The best part is that they are made in the United States. The mid-’60s brought, as stated, bikinis and miniskirts. Bare shoulders were one thing, but introducing a short hemline for women was revolutionary. Thanks, Mary Quant, everyone had miniskirts and mini dresses! Imagine a night out with your friends in a knee-length number! After the miniskirt came what the ‘60s are most remembered for in style history—mod trends. “The Mods” was a shortened version of the term “The Modernists”, which Americans used to describe the fashion-forward British people, whose style differed drastically from what American women had worn in the 1950s. British style stuck because it attracted young people—the future of fashion. Geometric-patterned dresses and go-go boots were new, fun and fresh—everything a young audience values. And judging by fall runway shows, these mod geometric patterns are as hot now as they were fifty years ago! The mod style also focused on tailored pieces and fitted jeans. Jackie Kennedy was one of the first women to wear skinny jeans! In the Triangle we take for granted places like Uniquities and Joe’s Jeans at Tanger to provide us with tons of different fit options, but back then,
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Above: Our model, Hannah Chacon, a sophmore at UNC Chapel Hill, shows us how her platinum Jack Rodgers are a great additon to any outfit. Below: J.Brand colored denim, $23.99, J.Brand Denim, $54.99, available at Uptown Cheapskate in Raleigh.
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CK One Fragrance, $40 for 1.7 oz spray and $50 for 3.4 oz spray, available at Sephora. having jeans that fit you well meant you were ahead of the curve. Our distressed, shredded and sandblasted varieties wouldn’t have cut it back then, though—the modernist style was very clean-cut and neat. Levi’s grew in popularity and quickly became an American staple, an image the brand still maintains today. Toward the end of the decade, though, these tailored fits weren’t falling out of style, but a less-structured look was coming into play. The Beatles inspired the shaggier hair look for men, and wide-legged, bell-bottom jeans were as popular as skinnies. Both women and men wore this flared look, and women flocked toward looser-fitting items, like flowing skirts. Our first reaction may be that yes, of course the hippie look went out of style, but the truth is, androgyny is more popular than ever. With models like Andrej Pejic modeling in both men’s and women’s wear shows and menswear-inspired looks like the classic Chanel women’s suit growing in popularity, fashion is looking to the ‘60s now more
than ever before. In the ‘90s, Calvin Klein released a unisex fragrance called CK One, and has rereleased the scent, complete with a new advertising campaign, this spring. Want to bring this trend to campus, but aren’t sure how to mix mod with modern? Stick with ‘60s-like basics—boxier silhouettes, higher (but still attractive!) necklines and classic shift dresses. A-line dresses and skirts are flattering on most women, and adding a waist belt accentuates your figure while staying on trend. Don’t be afraid to update the look by wearing a shorter hemline to balance out the collar. Stay away from wearing a geometric mod dress with boots, though tights and flats finish off this revamped style. And though pastel geometric patterns are the classic ‘60s look, if colored squares aren’t your thing, try an A-line dress in a more contemporary print, like floral, or (if you’re feeling adventurous) plaid. You can also stick with a neutral color palette by choosing colors like beige and pink if you’re not into the
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Jack Rogers Navajo Sandals, $89.99, available at SOHO SHOES, Crabtree Valley Mall, Raleigh. washed-out look. Don’t over-accessorize, though—mod dresses speak for themselves. At the Yves Saint Laurent Fall 2011 show (which was heavily based in ‘60s-inspired style), models all had pale skin, little eye and lip color, and slickedback hair. If every part of your look is a statement, the appeal is overboard, and you’ll ruin the dress’s effect. If shift dresses just aren’t your thing, rock the Southern college-girl look: indigo skinnies, platinum Jacks and a fun top. Jackie Kennedy certainly knew how to set a great style, so why
fix what isn’t broken? (And, trust us, Jacks are worth the investment; the fake ones are less durable and look really unprofessional!) If you want to add a little more flair to your hairstyle than the smooth runway looks, try flipping your hair out at the ends with a flatiron for a chic, Southern-friendly look. Whether or not you’re a fan of history, the ‘60s trend is definitely one thing to study this semester. With modern touches, every girl and guy can wear “60s-inspired” looks and still look contemporary chic.
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Ten fun-filled days at the North Carolina State Fair (burp!) By Lamar Hill common in the mid 1800’s, and because most agricultural traditions were passed down orally, scientific farming methods were largely unknown or misunderstood. There was no government body responsible for agriculture yet, only a knowledgeable few who called for agricultural improvement. One of these was Dr. John F. Tompkins (no relation to NC State’s Tompkins Hall), a journalist who organized proponents of reform in agriculture who soon established the North Carolina State Agricultural Society. These men prudently decided that a state fair (hurray!) was the best way to persuade farmers to use more scientific farming methods. The fair was to be both a demonstration of and education
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the tacit understanding that you would do it all again. You were happy, ladies and gentlemen. You had just left the North Carolina (or some other, less interesting state) State Fair, and guess what? Yep. It’s that time again. The North Carolina State Fair will be here October 13th – 23rd, and I am about to tell you just how fun it is going to be. However, before I do that, let us take a journey to a darker time…a time of ignorance and sorrow…a time that sparked the beginning impetus of the fairest fair of them all. You see, despite the sweeping advances agriculture enjoys today, there was a time when farmers were not quite so academic, and as a result, agriculture suffered. Illiteracy among farmers was
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It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and it ain’t Christmas. You are broke, overfed, and oddly content. You don’t know why you spent thirty (or was it fifty?) dollars trying to throw a ring over a bottle, and you have no idea why you felt the urge to scarf down three funnel cakes, two hotdogs, and a steak sandwich. Who knows why your grandmother bought a custom designed hat that said “Killa,” and why bother asking why you triumphantly posed for a picture in front of an elaborately fantastic decorated cake as if you were its creator. You see, the reasons behind your actions are wholly irrelevant. The only thing that mattered was the smile on your face, the hard-earned fluffy friends you proudly toted home, and
Note: for a more elaborate history of the North Carolina State Fair, see http:// www.ncstatefair.org/2011/About/History.htm and the North Carolina Museum of History’s “The History of the State Fair” by Dr. Melton McLaurin.
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tion Day, and special activities for kids will take place at the Kitchen Craft Waterfall Stage. Tuesday, Oct. 18 is Senior Citizens Day where our seniors can enjoy a free Senior Fun Festival from 9-11 a.m with music, breakfast from Bojangles, and a Wii Bowling Tournament in the Interactive Gaming Experience Tent (sort of makes me wish I was a senior!). Wednesday, Oct. 19 is Military Appreciation Day with military band performances at the Kitchen Craft Waterfall Stage and resources for fairgoers to write letters to the troops. Thursday, Oct. 20 is Food Lion Hunger Relief Day where fairgoers can bring four cans of food to exchange for one free admission ticket. Not only is this a terrific canned food drive, but it is an awesome way to get in the fair free! That means more money for candy! Once you choose a day, you should probably map out what you want to visit because the fair covers a lot of ground, and if you are direction-challenged like me, navigating will be a problem. You do not want to miss any exhibits: • The Village of Yesteryear, where nearly 100 crafters make and sell traditional crafts. • Cultivate a Career, a new exhibit 16
1934 auto races—a long history between the State Fair and automobiles. where visitors can go on a fun and interactive career personality scavenger hunt to learn about the wide variety of jobs in the agricultural industry. • Field of Dreams, a display of various crops grown in the state. • Livestock barns, where cattle, sheep, goat and hog shows are held daily (except for Monday, Oct. 17). • Heritage Circle, where a working tobacco barn, working blacksmith shop, and wood turner can be seen. • The Flower & Garden Show area, where more than 90 expert demonstrations will be held on topics like pumpkin carving, flower arranging and proper plant care.
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1958 Hell Drivers: One of several stunt car shows held during the state Fair.
• The Folk Festival, a celebration of North Carolina’s rich and diverse musical and dance heritage. • The Education Building (remember this is a learning experience, kiddies), where you can see the handiwork of North Carolinians on display(quilts, canned goods, 4-H displays, decorated cakes, etc). • Arts and Crafts, featuring adult entries and student art from all grade levels. Sounds amazing, does it not? Well, now, you have chosen your day and mapped your route – now you need to make sure you do not miss out on all the new and free stuff! As always, the entertainment will
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Colorful lights from rides illuminate the night sky for riders. be fresh (don’t miss Christian rock band Skillet), but this year we have a few new rides as well. This year’s fair will showcase: Magic Maze—walk-through glass house, Looney Lagoon—a family roller coaster with tubs, Crazy Chopper—a spinning helicopter family ride (only 2 in the country), Sky Diver—a refurbished classic ride from the 70’s with an LED light show, Cyclone Tunnel—a walk-through attraction that gives patrons a sense of vertigo, and Alien Abduction—a new version of the
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SPORTS:
Over the River and Through the Woods… By Shannon Beamon
Photos courtesy of Backwoods Orienteering Club
Hang onto your seats campers, backpackers, and all other forms of outdoorsy men and women. This month’s sports section is dedicated to running through trees, going off the beaten trail, forging through briar, bush, and stream; in short, the sport of orienteering. This fantastic combination of cross-country and navigation has gone relatively unnoticed in the US, but has the potential to become highly popular not just here in the Triangle area, but in colleges across the US.
What is it?
Orienteering is basically a race that takes place in the woods. Just without a track or trail or anything else to mark the way. Participants are given only a compass and map with a series of numbered points on it, and must navigate their way from point to point. At each of these places notated on the map there is an electronic box marked by an orange and white flag called a control. Participants insert data sticks into the box which records when they reached that point on the map. They then head to the next control. The person who completes the course fastest wins. However, being “fast” isn’t simple. Navigating is more complicated than simply finding a bearing on the compass and making a bee-line for your destination. Orien-teering has a system of relatively simple symbols and
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A Little Bit of History… Orienteering was originally created in Sweden as a form of military training in the late 1800’s. It then became a form of competition between officers and eventually a sport for civilians when the first public competition held in 1901. Following WWII, orienteering spread through the rest of Europe and then North America as post-war travel brought orienteers to other parts of the world. The first orienteering competition in the US took place at Dartmouth College in 1941 and the United States Orienteering Federation formed thirty years later.
Far left: Control flag marking an electronic box Left: Orienteering Map of an Umstead Park course; Umstead Park in Raleigh is where most BOK meets are held.
colors to describe the terrain, and reading the contours and landmarks of that map is just as important as moving quickly. For example, a straight route could lead up a steep incline and that could cause the participant to lose time or it could even prove impassable. As Holly Kuestner, president of UNC’s Orienteering Club, says, “Fast, young cross-country athletes may find themselves outrun by an experienced veteran who went more slowly but always in the right direction.” In fact, Holly says that in orienteering, “Age, gender, and other factors that usually divide sports participants are not as relevant.” When what matters most is the ability to read a map and make decisions, anybody can do well with patience and practice. There are participants as young as eight and as old as eighty. There are Scout groups, families, ROTC members looking for practice, college kids just looking for a break, and grey-haired glories
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Sprints- These courses are shorter with the controls closer together and easier to find. Speed is the key here! Night O’s- Yes, believe it or not, some orienteering events are at night. Break out the flashlights; it’s the orienteers who go bump in the night! Extreme O’s- You thought the controls were hard to find before? These controls are in trees, the middle of streams, storm drains and more! Destruction O’s- Orienteers take down the controls as they go. The more you collect the better you do! Best Dressed- Just kidding. But there are some rather colorful outfits out there for orienteering.
that will keep going long after the Energizer bunny is in his grave. As Holly will tell you, the competition is fantastic, but it’s a love of the outdoors that brings them all together. “There is a certain confidence to be gained by wandering alone among sage brush hills at night, navigating the maze-like turns of a desert canyon, or learning to run easily off-trail in the forest with only compass and contours as a guide.”
Orienteering in the Triangle Area…
While orienteering is still largely a European sport, it is picking up momentum right here at home. Many of the college ROTC groups use orienteering as a training exercise. UNC Chapel Hill now offers its own orienteering club. NC State offers a course in orienteering. But the headquarters of all things orienteering in the Triangle area is the Backwoods Orienteering Klub, or BOK. Founded in 1978, the BOK includes many well recognized orienteers, offers classes
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Not only do orienteering courses come with different levels (beginner, intermediate, advanced), but it also has a few more unusual events as well.
in orienteering, and hosts orienteering events throughout the year. As a highly respected club, it was chosen to host the “Sycamore Scramble” in 2010, a national, intercollegiate event for orienteers across the US. Orienteers came from across North Carolina, down from West Point, and even from as far as Washington state. However, even in light of BOK’s successes, Holly says they always welcome beginners. They have equipment for beginners to rent, classes to teach them and they are more than willing to let beginners team-up until they get the hang of everything. They are always looking for new members. In fact, Holly herself is dedicated to seeing more long-term participation in the BOK and throughout the Triangle area. A lot of participants come from Scout groups, she explains, that don’t remain involved in orienteering much more than a year. There is a core group, but, outside of that, membership fluctuates. She wants to see it grow. “I love the opportunity to see beautiful natural places,” Holly says, “the unpredictability and excitement of the sport, and the friendly and inclusive community of people who share the same love for orienteering.” She knows other people will too because she has already seen it happen on her own campus. “The UNC Orienteering Club grew out of a living-learning community… the Connected Learning Program (CLP),” she says. “The students in the orienteering CLP group learned map and compass skills, attended competitions in the Triangle area, and hosted a small event on campus to reach out to the UNC community and get more people involved. We decided to apply to be a student organization afterwards…” Good things speak for themselves it would seem, and with all the interest this fantastic little sport is getting in the Triangle, it may not stay little for long.
For more info on how to Orienteer: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OZOI9kKuA4I For more info on the BOK: http://backwoodsok.org/ For more info on the UNC Orienteering Club: http://uncstudentorgs.collegiatelink.net/ organization/uncch-orienteering-club
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DINING: A Guide to Ethnic Dining By Angelica Roman
When meal time rolls around, there are always plenty of options to satiate your hunger. Sometimes, though, the thought of eating another slice of pizza or burger and fries is enough to make your stomach go on strike. Lucky for you, the Photo courtesy of Saladelia Cafe
Triangle is filled with delicious ethnic restaurants that give your taste buds something to look forward to. No doubt it can be a little intimidating to eat at a place where you can’t even pronounce your order, but I promise you won’t be left hungry.
Durham Saladelia Cafe Various Locations 919-489-5776 www.saladelia.com One of my favorite places to get brunch on a lazy Sunday (or any day for that matter) is Saladelia Cafe, a greek restaurant serving up some delicious and exciting dishes. The atmosphere is casual and laid-back with various seating options indoors and a few outdoor tables to enjoy those beautiful, warm Carolina days. From coffee and breakfast burritos to desserts and homemade soups, the Cafe offers options for everyone. A personal lunch favorite is the Grilled Vegetarian, with roasted veggies, swiss and provolone cheeses, tomatoes, mixed greens and Tzatziki sauce on a pita. My meat-eating friends really enjoy the Greek Gyro, which includes broiled, seasoned beef and lamb, tomatoes,grilled peppers and onions, mixed greens and Tzatziki sauce on a pita. What really makes this place a contestant for “must try” is their myriad of signature Greek sides. Creamy hummus and Baba Ghanouj (eggplant tahini spread) are perfect for pita bread. Want something a little more substantial? Try the Garbanzo Greek Salad, Lebanese Green Beans, or Fettoush, a Lebanese peasant salad. Feeling pasta? There’s Chicken Apple Couscous (another favorite of my meat-eating friends), Feta Cilantro Bowtie Pasta and Orzo Walnut Pesto. Vegetarian-friendly sides include a crispy-creamy Spanakopita, Stuffed
Grape Leaves and Quiche, which is homemade daily as are their soups. No matter what you order, you can be sure you will leave full and satisfied, yet feeling surprising light as the food at Saladelia is much healthier and more fresh that what you can get in any fast-food restaurant. Saladelia also offers catering, and with the holiday season fast approaching, you might want to think of taking a different approach to your party menu. It is definitely a conversation starter, and your guests will feel less couch-bound afterward!
Raleigh Sushi O Bistro & Sushi Bar 222 Glenwood Avenue Suite 113 Raleigh NC 27603 919-838-8868 www.mtfujinc.com/SushiO Sushi O Bistro & Sushi Bar located in downtown Raleigh, offers a unique array of Thai, Japanese, Chinese and Vietnamese foods. Owners John and Amy Tang opened the restaurant after the success of Mount Fuji Asian Bistro and Sushi Bar in Durham. When you enter the restaurant, the dimmed lighting gives an immediate feel of coziness and intimacy, while still being casual. The large windows facing the street, as well as the plentiful outdoor seating, allow for great people-watching on warm nights. Before you even grab a seat, the friendly waitstaff greet you with a smile. If you are uneasy about ordering, don’t be afraid to ask
questions or for suggestions. The staff knows what new sushi eaters usually enjoy, as well as seasoned sushi lovers looking for something new. Starters include the usual fare of spring and summer rolls, wontons, and calamari. For those who want to steer clear of raw fish, there is a full entree menu with dishes such as Sweet & Sour Shrimp, Sesame Chicken, Pad Thai and Lo Mein. There are also soups, curry and salads. For the more adventurous and brave spirits, the sushi is a must-have. The Sushi Sampler allows you to have a few different rolls (six pieces of four flavors), while the specialty rolls gives you the chance to delve into your favorite flavors. Personal favorites include the Red Dragon, (spicy snow crab, cream cheese and avocado topped with tuna and chili powder) the S.T. Roll (salmon, scallop and asparagus topped with tuna, avocado and tobiko black), and the Four Seas Roll (salmon, tuna, white tuna and yellowtail deep fried and topped with zyugatsu sauce, scallion and chili powder). If you’re not into seafood, the vegetarian rolls, especially the Vegetable Tempura Roll with sweet potatoes, zucchini and spicy mayo, are delicious as well. I also get a side of spicy mayo for dipping. It goes well with almost any roll and adds an extra layer of flavor. Sushi O almost always has a lunch or dinner special, as well as happy hour specials and more. Check out their website for days and times.
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Chapel Hill Tandoor Indian Restaurant 1301 East Franklin Street Chapel Hill, NC 27514 919-967-6622 www.tandoorindian.com Once you enter Tandoor Indian Restaurant, you feel as though you have been transported to another world. The rich, vivid colors that cover the walls and make up the decor give a warm, inviting vibe. The Bollywood Bar plays Bollywood music videos over a flat-screen, and in the dining area, guests are entertained by a singing and dancing duo. The dishes feature the foods of northern India’s Punjab agricultural region. Sink your teeth into the Vegetable or Meat Samosa, with spiced veggies and lamb stuffed in a crispy crust; or a delicious and creamy Coconut Soup. Each entree is served with Basmati Rice, which is aromatic and flavorful. Chicken, lamb, seafood and vegetarian options for various entrees are available and in their own section, making ordering that much easier, especially to a newbie. If the meals still make you feel uneasy, there is an entire section of Indian breads that far from being your slice of Wonder Bread. The Naan dishes are unleavened breads stuffed with spices and ingredients like minced chicken, coconuts and raisins, potatoes and peas, or ground lamb. The Paratha dishes are multilayered breads baked in tandoor. Some of the most interesting dishes are the desserts. The Mango Chutney Cheese Cake is especially delicious, and the Gulab Jaman features soft cheese balls, deep fried and dipped in a special rose flavored syrup. When you want a full-on experience, head to Tandoor on Wednesday night, which is Bollywood Night with a special serving of Bollywood Thajis and showings of the hottest Bollywood videos. So next time you start to reach for the door handle of your regular pizza joint, walk a few extra steps to a place that will give you something a little more interesting and exciting in flavors. Who knows? You might fall in love with a new type of cuisine.
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MUSIC:
The Readiness of Cade By Qiara McCain Photo courtesy of Qiara McCain
Ricky Vora, better known as Cade, is an up and coming 23-yearold rapper out of Greensboro, NC. Born in Hoboken, NJ, but raised in Queens, NY, Cade was first introduced to rap music at the age of nine, when he heard Jay-Z’s 1996 debut release, Reasonable Doubt. Reminiscing about his first encounter with the musical genre, he says, “I told myself that I could do this; it doesn’t seem too hard.” Motivated by his fondness for words and desire to impress the young ladies, he began writing rhymes. He soon came to discover this new found talent offered him an escape from the harsh realities of poverty, crime and drugs that surrounded him in the inner city. Today as a senior majoring in business with a minor in communications at North Carolina A&T University, Cade has been learning the ins and outs of the entertainment industry firsthand with well-known artists such as P-Wonda, J. Cole and Kendrick Lamar. In the summer of 2009, he interned for Island Def Jam Records, which at the time was under the leadership of one of his musical influences, Jay-Z. During this time Cade received a very important piece of advice from the Jigga Man himself: “Don’t
ever chase radio, but do your own thing, and you’ll get recognized.” So what exactly is Cade bringing differently to the table? Try honesty and integrity. He says, “We don’t have any honest rappers anymore. Everybody is trying to be a character or something that they really not… People like honesty and something that they can connect with.” With a mixtape due for release this September, he is ready to share his story with the masses. Produced by friend and local producer, Jay Rheed, this mixtape Cade says, “will sound like an album, with a lot of lush and soulful production that you will feel in your soul.” Towards the end of our meeting, Cade remarked “people can’t deny good music, and that’s what artists forget. Good music is timeless…” When asked what he hoped to be remembered for as an artist he replied, “I want to be remembered for making good music and helping this thing called Hip-Hop evolve… Ultimately I’m just a puzzle piece in history trying to fit my way in.” For more information on Cade, feel free to follow him on Twitter @Cade31.
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MOVIE REVIEW:
Cyrus
By Lamar Hill Directed and written by Jay and Mark Duplass, Cyrus is about a recently divorced wretch named John (funnyman John C. Reilly) who somehow manages to slip and fall into love with a lovely woman named Molly (Marisa Tomei). The relationship goes well, but the magic comes to a screeching halt when John runs into a wall–a large, human wall–Molly’s still-living-at-home, 21 year old son Cyrus (Jonah Hill). That is the basic plot, but the movie is not about the plot. Cyrus is actually a mumblecore film, which means that the relationships between the characters are its central theme. Though some might consider this a weakness (due to an essentially nonexistent plot), I see it as the movie’s greatest strength. It is the eerily fantastic relationships that glue your eyes to the screen and fix a smile on your face. Nothing is overly dramatic in this film….the characters are real, so real that you become deeply attuned to their emotions and actively involved in the psychological warfare between Cyrus and John. Trust me–you will FEEL the sadness and the rage and the immense awkwardness that permeate the film. You will also laugh because this movie is hilarious. I had my suspicions when I saw that John Reilly was a star, and they were affirmed very early in the movie. I do not recommend this film for the undiscerning humorist because
much of the humor is dry and subtle. If you are not really watching, you might just miss it. Speaking of subtle, I had no idea Reilly had it in him. I’m used to his over the top, boisterous comedic side, and this was a pleasant change. The entire movie was a pleasant change, actually. The movie did not try–it simply did, and I attribute this quality to the unorthodox Duplass brothers and the amazing flexibility of the actors. You would never guess it, but much of the dialogue in the movie is actually improvised. It does not get any more real than that, and that factor really sets this movie apart from others. In addition, though most romantic comedies are for women, I would argue that this one is made for us men (though women will certainly enjoy it). We have all been in John’s shoes: uncomfortable in our own skin, feeling less than valuable, and desperate for a true connection with someone who you do not have to pretend with, someone who likes you just for you. This movie is about John’s feelings, about his heart, and I appreciated that. You will be rooting for John from the very beginning, and you will celebrate when the irresistible (seriously) Molly enters his life. You know it is going to work out when the relationship begins with “nice penis.” See the movie. I rented it from Blockbuster for 99 cents, and this priceless film is easily worth that much.
MOVIE Arts: A day at the mall is a day for fine art. By Anne Brenner
Photo courtesy of The Print Shop
When most people go to the mall, of different school mascots around the Triangle. they’re probably looking for the latTar Heels, like me, might want to check out a est fashion trends or a quick lunch. Not painting called “The Tar Heel Abstract.” It depicts a too many people, particularly college black footprint surrounded by a gorgeous blend of students, expect to find an eclectic mix white, navy, and Carolina blue. But, if you’re more of artwork. But, I’ve found the excepof a Duke fan, you might be interested in a work by tion to that rule, and it’s called the Print La Roue called “The Original Blue Devils.” It shows Shop of Chapel Hill at University Mall. a fierce-looking Duke Blue Devil, sure to bring out Whether you’re looking for classic the school spirit in any student or alumnus. pieces or new and hip styles, this place Until recently, I thought artists stopped paintUNC Champs present photo to has got it. Fans of tried and true works, ing impressionistic and cubists works after President Obama, matted and framed the deaths of well-known artists like Monet and Pisuch as Raphael’s “Sistine Madonna,” by The Print Shop! can get prints at affordable prices to casso. When I visited the Print Shop, I realized how decorate a dorm room or apartment. wrong I was. Several pieces pay homage to classiThe collection also includes more modern styles. One of my favorite cal artists and styles, while simultaneously highlighting the amazing individual pieces is a 3D depiction of the famous Beatles’ “Abbey universities that our modern area has to offer. For instance, a group of Road” album cover. When I first saw the print, I felt like I was marchpaintings by Steve Ford use the kind of impressionist style Monet left ing down the street right along with John, Paul, Ringo and George. For behind to depict Tar Heel basketball. Another exquisite modern work just $32, you can take that print home with you. I also particularly like that uses classical artistic approaches is called “Carolina Shout” by a group of works by Roy Lichenstein, whose works model the style Romare Bearden. It’s a colorful collage similar to Picasso’s style, but it of a comic strip. Two of my favorite Lichenstein paintings are “Girl includes a Carolina blue twist. You can get your own copy for just $18. With Hair Ribbon and “Aloha.” Both works manage to effectively use If you’re looking for the perfect gift for a friend at an affordable a cartoonish painting method and create sensual depictions of the price, or you just want to get some prints to brighten up your own female profile. It takes a true talent to accomplish both feats at once. room, head to the Print Shop at University Mall on Chapel Hill’s Estes The Print Shop also has collections especially geared toward Drive. Or, you can visit them online at www.theprintshopchapelhill.com. college students and fans. One gallery any local college student would love is by an artist named Revere La Noue. He makes pieces in honor
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