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MOVIES & TV With Valentine’s Day only a month away, buzz wants to get you in the mood for love. A new feature about the best movies to watch about the power of love (the metaphorical power, not the Huey Lewis song) will be online Saturday.

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Classes are only a few days away, and we’ll spend another semester filling our brains with smart things. Make sure your drinking knowledge is up to par, too. “Beerdom” will be online Saturday.

EDITOR’S NOTE BRAD THORP

As a student, I still have the luxury of having summer and winter breaks to look forward to. I usually use the time to reenergize myself and get back to enjoying some of the activities I had to give up during the semester. I really enjoy watching movies, but usually find it hard to fit them in when I have homework and other things to work on. This past semester, I finally made the decision to buy a Netflix account, and, let me tell you, I have never looked back. Netflix is awesome! I instantly have all of these movies and television series at my fingertips to watch whenever I want. This availability led to my latest obsession: documentaries. I have always been one to prefer watching the History channel or the Discovery channel over other options. Documentaries pique my interest for a lot of the same reasons. I really like learning about people and cultures or subcultures that I otherwise would have no idea about. It is kind of a digital way to people watch. It fascinates me to learn about these different people and what makes them tick. The best thing is that I always feel like I have learned something after watching a documentary, no matter what it was about. Having the Netflix account, I am able to scroll through the entire library and find all of these topics I didn’t even know I was interested in. For me, reality offers something that fictional stories simply can’t. I can draw information and experience through fictional stories, but there is something about seeing the mental processes of the characters and being able to understand in a more complex way why they reacted a certain way, fought for something or enjoy a certain hobby, and what that means to them as a person. I am a sucker for the person behind the persona. Documentaries expose the real, the actual, in a way that I have yet to experience anywhere else. I think documentaries also speak to a belief that I hold very close to my heart; that is, everyone has a story. Not only does everyone have a story, but I think that everyone deserves to tell their story, or at least have their story told. The human experience is much more complex than it is given credit for. Documentaries give you the opportunity to see into a side of that experience through the eyes of someone who knows it as their existence, their reality.

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HEAD’S UP! By Nick Martin What did you get for Christmas? An iPad? A snake? Lupus? Doesn’t matter—I bet it sucked. Thankfully, I know about something that can correct all consumers’ misfortune. Indigo Place Apartments is holding a virtual contest: anyone can go to their Facebook event page (Search: Wish List Re-Do Giveaway) and try to win whatever you really wanted for Christmas (pending what you really wanted costs $50). It’s so easy! Go to the page, write what you want, maybe get it. Is it a guaranteed win? No, absolutely not. But, it’s free to try. I chatted with Chelsea Norton, marketing manager at Indigo Place, to clear up any lingering questions about this event. “We would love to purchase someone an elephant…” Norton said. However, she emphasized that the price limit might limit elephant purchases to toy elephants (but a $50 toy elephant would still be sweet). Right now, lots of people want iTunes gift cards, Norton said. Who wouldn’t want an iTunes gift card? iTunes has games, music, TV shows, and podcasts for Dad. Norton wanted three things for Christmas: “Mega fluffy robe, new skate gear and a furry shag rug,” she said. Norton got the first two, but she’s yet to get a rug. I wanted Fritz Lang’s 1927 film Metropolis on Blu-ray and a kiss on the cheek from a pretty girl; I received one gift. Norton even has a solution for the tricky people who are satisfied with their Christmas gifts: “If someone wants something intangible — like world peace — we would gladly donate to any charity of choice!” So, if you want to be a hero, I hear there are a lot of problems in South America. Presents not enough? Well, Indigo Place is throwing a Winter Luau, ingrate (however, your ingratitude is not surprising). “[The party will be on] Friday, Jan. 21 from 3 to 6 p.m. and is being held in our clubhouse at Indigo Place Apartments! We will have a limbo contest, hula dancing and good times for all,” Norton said. It’s free and anyone can attend. There will be snacks. Grass skirts are both allowed and encouraged. Go to www.facebook.com/IndigoPlaceApts to enter. The contest runs until Jan. 29; that is the day presents will be picked. Hurry and enter! Maybe you can finally win those herbal dietary supplements you’ve been talking about. buzz

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January 13-19, 2011

Cinnamon Rolls

by Annalisa Rodriguez

here are few things better to wake up to in the morning than the sweet, sugary scent of cinnamon and freshly baked bread. Because of its many versions, cinnamon rolls have evolved into a popular breakfast food around the world. Cinnamon rolls consist of yeast dough covered with a layer of butter, to which a mixture of cinnamon and sugar is added. The dough is then rolled into individual portions and baked. An icing or glaze is often spread over the rolls as well. There are many variations of this popular treat and many additions that can be made to the traditional cinnamon roll. One of the most common variations to the cinnamon roll is the sticky bun, which differs in the addition of nuts and a ”sticky” caramel or syrup glaze. Another variation is the honey bun, which is fried and includes honey and cinnamon in the dough, as well as an icing that covers the bun. This variation is popular in the southeast and is a simpler version of the cinnamon roll that can be found in convenience and grocery stores, and even vending machines. Nuts, raisins, cream cheese, chocolate chips, and even mashed potatoes are all additions that are made either to the dough or glaze mixture. The exact origins of the cinnamon roll are unknown, but it is believed that the cinnamon roll originated in Northern Europe, with Danish, German and Swedish influences. The essential spice, cinnamon, originated in Sri Lanka and was also very important to the Romans and Greeks in incense and wine flavoring. In Sweden, the cinnamon roll is known as kanelbulle and is so valued that Oct. 4 is known as National Cinnamon Bun Day, or kanelbullens dag. The kanelbulle is lighter and less sweet than the American cinnamon roll, partly due to the trace of cardamom, a spice in the ginger family, which is added. Uncle Jack’s Family Restaurant, located on 2501 Village Green in Champaign, is one of few restaurants to serve cinnamon rolls on their menu. General manager Chris Stevens explained the roll’s origins and reasons why they may be a popular item on their menu. The restaurant found that the difficulty of perfecting the cinnamon roll was no myth, but although they could not make a cinnamon roll turn out as good as they wanted it, they found a bakery in Chicago that could. While Uncle

Cinnamon Rolls recipe (www.allrecipes.com) Ingredients

• 3/4 cup milk • 1/4 cup margarine, softened • 3 1/4 cups all-purpose flour • 1 (.25 ounce) package instant yeast • 1/4 cup white sugar • 1/2 teaspoon salt • 1/4 cup water • 1 egg • 1 cup brown sugar, packed • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon • 1/2 cup margarine, softened • 1/2 cup raisins (optional)

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Jack’s found that many places had hard and stale cinnamon rolls, the rolls they buy are very moist, soft, and large enough for two people to share. The cinnamon roll appears to be a pretty popular item on their menu; Stevens explained that they run out from time to time. To try your own hand at baking cinnamon rolls, many recipes can be found online, including recipes for its many variations, even the Swedish kanelbulle. Cinnamon rolls can be tricky and time consuming to bake, with some recipes calling for two days of preparation. Here is a 90-minute recipe for those of with less time to devote that will still yield the same delicious taste.

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1. Heat the milk in a small saucepan until it bubbles, then remove from heat. Mix in margarine; stir until melted. Let cool until lukewarm. 2. In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 1/4 cup flour, yeast, sugar and salt; mix well. Add water, egg and the milk mixture; beat well. Add the remaining flour, 1/2 cup at a time, stirring well after each addition. When the dough has just pulled together, turn it out onto a lightly floured surface and knead until smooth, about 5 minutes. 3. Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let rest for 10 minutes. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, mix together brown sugar, cinnamon, softened margarine. 4. Roll out dough into a 12x9 inch rectangle. Spread dough with margarine/sugar mixture. Sprinkle with raisins if desired. Roll up dough and pinch seam to seal. Cut into 12 equal size rolls and place cut side up in 12 lightly greased muffin cups. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). 5. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until browned. Remove from muffin cups to cool. Serve warm.

Owner of Xinh Xinh Cafe opens noodle shop on campus

by Amy Harwath Maybe you’ve seen it walking down John Street. On the sidewalk stands a sign with a cute cartoon water buffalo drawn on one side. Its large eyes gaze innocently upward as it holds a white cup with chopsticks in front of it. The sign reads, “Doodles.” But what is it? Hidden behind Insomnia Cookies sits the campus’ newest take-out restaurant, Doodles, which opened at the end of November. Owned by Shai Mauth, the owner of Xinh Xinh Cafe in Urbana, and his cousin Tan Duong, Doodles offers a dining experience that is unlike any other in the CU area. Doodle’s specializes in ramen noodle cups. Twelve flavors are offered, along with 28 different toppings to choose from. Customers can mix and match as few or as many toppings together to make the perfect Doodle cup. In addition to ramen, Doodles also has sushi made fresh daily. Or, if an early morning walk to class calls for a bite to eat along the way, Doodles also offers 10 types of cereal with 12 toppings, also served in its signature Doodle cup. Mauth and Duong’s goal is to make Doodles inexpensive, cheap, fast and convenient for college students. To set themselves apart from other chains or ramen noodle companies, “We thought of branding ourself,” Duong said. 4

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“It’s kind of hip and cool to walk around with a cup of Starbucks. We want someone to walk around with a cup of Doodles,” he said. What exactly is a Doodles cup? It’s a big, white, Styrofoam bowl adorned with an “I (heart) doodles” sticker. It carries an enormous amount of food for a price that you won’t mind paying, especially since prices start at just $1.50 for ramen. Toppings range from 25 cents to $1.00, and include add-ons such as baby bok choy, tofu, dumplings, or various meats. Doodles is the original brain child of Tan Duong. He moved to Champaign from Arizona, where he worked as an electronics technician. “I knew I didn’t want to work for a company the rest of my life,” Duong said. “This is the first time I gave everything up for a new concept I’ve never heard of.” His original idea was to have different Asian ramen noodles served from a street cart in New York City. However, due to his lack of business experience and funds, Duong decided to come to Illinois to collaborate with his cousin. Mauth’s restaurant experience and strong following of customers from Xinh Xinh Cafe has allowed them to work their way into the campus culinary scene. The inside of Doodles is brightly painted a creamy yellow. A large fridge holds sushi, canned fruit drinks, muffins and seaweed salad. Running across one wall

is a long wooden counter for those who decide to sit and eat rather than take their Doodle cup on the run. Once you’ve ordered your ramen and all its fixins, you’ll find that what you get is literally a square of ramen noodles, spices, and toppings. Use the hot water dispensers with caution, and fill your doodle cup to the top line. After a few minutes, you have yourself a hot, savory bowl of ramen noodles, perfect for a chilly walk to the quad or a night of studying. In addition to ramen, sushi and cereal, Mauth plans on adding more to the menu as time goes on. One item to look forward to is onigiri, also known as omusubi, a Japanese food that consists of a rice ball, often wrapped in nori (seaweed) and contains meat inside. For more information about Doodles and daily updates about specials, check out their website, at iheartdoodles.com.

“It’s kind of hip and cool to walk around with a cup of Starbucks. We want someone to walk around with a cup of Doodles,” Duong said.

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Practice the ancient art of yoga in the new year

by Karolina Wasiniewska The holidays are not only a time when students can have a much-needed break from school but also a time of reflection on the past year. One of the most popular New Year’s resolutions is to get more involved in the community and to learn new things. Thankfully, the Amara Yoga and Arts studio in Urbana offers students a chance to get a jump start on their New Year’s resolution over break and provides a great opportunity to pick up a new hobby. “I think that people get a break in their hectic schedules over the holidays, and a change in their usual routines, which allows them to reflect on their lives and to take time to imagine a better and more fulfilling future,” said Kathryn Fitzgerald, art director at Amara Yoga and Arts. “The new year is a great time to begin a new hobby or practice that can bring a balance and happiness to our lives.” Starting in January, the studio offers various workshops designed for adults. Power Flow Yoga being one such class, starting on Jan. 15 and taking place on Saturdays from 4 to 5:30 p.m. Those participating should have some previous yoga experience. Another class for adults is Vinyasa Krama Yoga with Don Briskin, which takes place on Fridays from 4 to 5:15 p.m., beginning Jan. 14. According to a press release, “Vinyasa Krama is a comprehensive practice where each session includes asana, pranayama, pratyahara (sensewithdrawal), and meditation.”

Fortunately, because Amara believes that yoga is not only for adults, there are kids classes as well. “We have new classes that will appeal to almost everyone, from new moms and their babies to parents with young children who can engage in creative activities while they — the parents — practice yoga and all sorts of kids’ classes and creative movement for adults and kids, along with our great array of yoga classes for adults,” said Fitzgerald. “Yoga is so great for the body — bringing balance and strength. For the mind, it helps to relieve stress and brings attention to the present moment.” For this reason, children ages three to 10 are encouraged to participate in Creative Movement for Young People! According to their press release, this class, which is offered on Thursdays and runs for six weeks, allows children a chance to “dance, play, create, focus and problem solve while using all of their senses.” Other classes offered for kids include Kids Yoga, Kids Arts and Crafts Playshops, ArtsFusion/Music and Motion, and Fairytale Ballet, all of which are offered on Saturdays and are designed for various age groups. In addition, for much smaller children, there is the Baby & Me Yoga class, which is designed for either expecting mothers or mothers with six- to 12-month-old babies. This class

Art Director Kathryn Fitzgerald and Yoga Director Theresa Brandabur at the Amara Yoga and Arts studio. buzz file photo

starts in February and is offered on Mondays over stick to them. The Amara Yoga and Arts studio is a period of 10 weeks. a great place to get involved and pick up interestNew Year’s resolutions are tricky. It is easy to ing new hobbies that help you get started on your make them but hard to keep them, so the earlier New Year’s resolutions. For more information on www.silverbulletbar.net we start on them, the more likely it is that we will any of these classes, visit amarayoga.com.

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Bizet’s classic opera gets a new twist

The Art Theater shows an unorthodox staging of Carmen

by Craig Messner At least some elements of George Bizet’s opera Carmen seem to be universal. The name often calling up images of bullfighting, flamboyant Spanish dance and the often parodied “Toreador Song.” As opera buff and sophomore in engineering mechanics David Garb puts it, “Carmen takes place in 19th century Spain among all reaches of Spanish culture and class.” This, most people seem to know. However, the Carmen playing at the Champaign Art Theater on Saturday, Jan. 15, and Sunday, Jan. 16, may not be so immediately familiar. This particular version was filmed in October, 2010 from the Gran Teatre del Liceu, in Barcelona. The Art Theater’s Director of Art Sanford Hess declined commenting on the production itself, instead pointed to a post on the blog Opera is Magic as a reference that discusses the staging and other elements of the production. According to the author of the blog, who goes by the name Hariclea, “This Carmen was different in more ways than one.” “So many [other] Carmens dish up some kind of fake Spain that just feels kitchy,” said Hariclea. However, this particular staging was performed in Spain with a Spanish director, adding a layer of authenticity. Because the production does not rehash old standbys, according to Hariclea, it opens up room for new interpretations of the setting.

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the flow of the staging. According to Hariclea, unlike more conventional opera productions, there was “seamless transition and most of all, development.” Garb said that despite the staging differences, Carmen provides a timeless message. “I think it’s a wonderful expression of the choice a woman must make between her expected place and society and her will to be free,” he said. Similarly, despite the differences in staging from a more conventional production, Hess also anticipates that viewers will gain one thing specifically from seeing the show. “Watching theater that is filmed is a new experience for many people,” said Hess. Because the camera operators filming the production could control the level of zoom while filming, Hess hopes that audiences will “take away an appreciation for the performers, which you get by watching them in close-up.” The Art Theater in Champaign shows many independent and foreign films. Photo by Jaci Wandell According to Hess, there will be plenty more “There were cars on stage, big wooden bulls dominating dusty opportunities to gain this appreciation throughout the year. planes (loved the way light swathes of smoke blown on stage For times and information on upcoming productions, check out suggested the dust being kicked up by the singers’ steps), chalk the Art Theater’s upcoming schedule of events. Every weekend circles delimiting the arena, a flag pole, a telephone box and little at noon the Art Theater will be showing similar types of proelse,” said Hariclea. gramming to Carmen, which include opera, ballet and dramatic Hariclea also tracks a difference from traditional productions in theater presentations.

with mark montano TV host, designer, artist and author

by Lauren Hise

tuck inside on a dreary day? Looking for a way to spice up your home? Fear not: Mark Montano most likely has the answer. The host of 10 Years Younger and a designer on While You Were Out, Montano also has also written numerous books, such as The Big-Ass Books of Crafts and The BigAss Book of Home Decor, full to the brim of ideas to take your tiny apartment from bland to brimming with creativity. buzz sat down with the artist to talk about how he got started, what he learned from being on TV and how to make even a small space pop. • buzz: You’ve involved yourself in a lot of different elements of the industry by being a TV host, designer, author and artist. How did you get started? Mark Montano: I started in New York City as a fashion designer. I studied decorative arts and fashion in college, but I had always wanted to be a fashion designer. When I realized, much later in my career, that fashion limited my creativity, I branched out in to interiors and more writing. 6

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• buzz: What have you learned from working on shows like 10 Years Younger, While You Were Out and My Celebrity Home? MM: I’ve learned that being on TV does not make you special. You still have to be a human being, and you are not exempt from the rules of life that everyone has to follow. Knowing that has kept me grounded and, I hope, made me a much happier person. • buzz: From all the television shows, are there any favorite moments? MM: Too many favorite moments to mention. Working with hilarious people all day was enough for me. I am still friends with almost everyone I’ve worked with in TV. • buzz: What made you want to put together The Big-Ass Book of Crafts? MM: I had been creating items for my boutiques in New York, for my shows, for Cosmo Girl! magazine, and it was time to put them in a big book. The Big-Ass Book of Crafts was my sixth book. • buzz: I have to ask, how did you come up with the name? MM: There was just nothing else we could call a craft book that was over 400 pages!

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• buzz: The Big-Ass Book of Home Decor came out last year. Do you have any plans for future books? MM: At the end of Jan. 2011, Pulp Fiction: Perfect Paper Projects will be released, and in October of 2011, The Big-Ass Book of Crafts 2 will be published just in time for the holidays … and the end of the Mayan Calendar. So craft it up people! • buzz: Living on campus can provide some serious space limitations. As a designer, are there any tips you might recommend for working within a small space? MM: Yes, work up that wall all the way to the ceiling. Tall bookcases and under bed storage are very

important! Storage boxes for your junk, so it stays neat! And get a laundry hamper, for goodness sake! I don’t need to see your undies at the foot of your bed! • buzz: When it comes to thinking outside the box with crafts or decor, what’s the best advice you could give? MM: If you’re creative, buy pieces from the thrift store that you can embellish and paint the way you want. Make friends with artists and barter for their work with what you do. Pillows are the earrings of the home (or cool leather bracelet if you’re a guy). How’s that?

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CU galleries gear up for the spring season Break is beginning to wind down and many of us out there are beginning to pack up and head back to campus to begin spring semester. As a result, soon campus will once again be full of students needing things to do. Fortunately, CU art galleries have plenty to offer. With so many different activities coming up this semester, whether you are looking for an activity to fill an hour between classes or a new favorite place to hang out, the CU art community has something for everyone.

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Krannert Art Museum

Located at 500 Peabody Dr., Krannert Art Museum was voted the Best Art Gallery in CU. It opened in 1961. buzz file photo

Spurlock Museum

This Spring at the Spurlock Museum, you can find an exhibit celebrating Spurlock’s 100 years, going up in February and remaining for a year as a part of the museum. Spurlock will also be hosting hands-on events in the Zhan Learning Center, which are open to all ages and meant to help visitors gain more knowledge about the artifacts within the museum along with the research. These events are free and can be accessed between 1 and 4 p.m. every Saturday. For more information on the Spurlock check out their website at spurlock.illinois.edu.

Wind Water and Light Artisans Gallery

Located in Urbana and owned by Mary Tangora and her husband, the Wind Water and Light gallery provides around 200 different local and national artists a space to show and sell their work. The gallery features things like the recently appropriated bracelets collection from David Luck, an artist from Iowa City, as well as some upcoming exhibits. “We recently talked to Mark Johnson about doing a show,” said Tangora. “It should be together by Jan. 28. He does some interesting paper collages.” Currently in the gallery, an exhibit featuring Tim Pittenger’s figure drawings, called “Intensely Alive for 15 Minutes” is on display. Only 15 minutes were allotted to each drawing, making the material produced very unique. No matter what colors the walls, the gallery is always worth a visit. Whether it’s to look at the art, peruse the jewelry, or to find a unique gift, Wind Water and Light has something for everyone.

Not just for class, the Krannert Art Museum is playing host to a multitude of exhibits this semester, many in celebration of its 50th anniversary. To kick things into gear, the museum will be holding Open Studio, Jan. 28 through April 3 which is, according to the Krannert website, “a series of public programs in conjunction with artist residencies intended to forge interdisciplinary learning and cultural exchange between students, faculty, the community and international visiting artists.” Appearing alongside Open Studio on Jan. 28, the museum will also be hosting the exhibit “Building a Modern Collection: A Look Back,” Jan. 28 through May 1, which will focus on works that, according to the website, “speak to the strength of its permanent collection.” Other exhibits premiering in Jan. are “The Kangarok Epic,” Jan. 28 to May 1, which is an exhibit of collaborative drawings creating fictional battles between various creatures; “iona rozeal brown,” Jan. 28 to May 15, which focuses on Japanese society and culture and how it has been changed by hip-hop; and “Astral Convertible Stage Set,” a dance piece created by Trisha Brown, appearing during the same time. Each of these different exhibits will include public receptions the night before the opening date that will include live music and a cash bar. For more information regarding the exhibits, check Krannert’s website: kam.illinois.edu.

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“indi go is a gallery that operates to benefit both the artists and our community,” said gallery director Casey Loving. This is certainly true as the space itself is available for rental for free by any artist. Upcoming exhibits include “A Simple Gaze“ made up of photographs from Lyosha. Even better, according to Loving, “part of the proceeds of this exhibit will benefit Cunningham School.” “The most important thing to know about indi go is that we’re interested in anything and everything,” said Loving. “We wish to be a resource for our community to promote the arts. We are working to build up an art neighborhood and are assisting other nearby art venues in their development as well. The more unique and unusual, the more we’re interested.” For more information about upcoming events and exhibits check out their website at www.indigo-art.com or find them on Facebook.

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Is it possible that Toy Story is one of the greatest trilogies of all time? The wizards at Pixar managed to make a whimsical, heartfelt conclusion that left many people sobbing. When Andy leaves home for college sans toys (because honestly, what 18-year-old man has a Mr. Potato Head in his dorm room?), Woody and the gang are shipped to Sunny Side Daycare. After a run in with the tyrannical dictator of the daycare, Lots O’ Huggin’ Bear, the toys stage a prison break. If people ever tells you their eyes didn’t at the very least tear up during this movie, they are damn dirty liars and should be avoided.

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The case can be made that The Social Network is a better movie, but Inception is going to be remembered for years to come as well. Christopher Nolan’s mind bending heist film pulls off the seemingly impossible task of having a ludicrously complicated plot that is accessible and engaging. Leonardo Dicaprio is Cobb, a man who breaks into dreams in order to steal secrets for major corporations. When he is given the opportunity to have prior crimes exonerated, Cobb takes on a risky job that involves implanting an idea into a subject’s head. Even for those who are put off by the intricate rules of this universe, everyone can agree that some of the set pieces (mainly the spinning hallway fight) are unbelievable.

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As if it was a surprise to anyone who has seen how many critics awards this film has been gathering, it’s the movie of the year. From David Fincher’s sleek visuals to Aaron Sorkin’s caustic screenplay, The Social Network is a phenomenal piece of work. Jesse Eisenberg (Zombieland, The Squid and The Whale) stars as Mark Zuckerberg, the Harvard dropout who went on to create the website we all know and love, Facebook. Despite his brimming intelligence and creativity, Mark struggles with social interactions, and can often be inappropriately honest with the people around him. Fincher keeps the film focused and tightly paced, unlike his previous work in The Curious Case of Benjamin Button. Look for Fincher’s adaptation of the popular Stieg Larsson mystery, The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo, next December.

This seems like the type of movie David Cronenberg would make, and I mean that as the highest compliment possible. Darren Aronofsky’s bizarre, intense thriller is outstanding and features Natalie Portman’s best performance yet. Portman stars as Nina, an anxious ballerina who vies for the lead in her company’s production of Swan Lake. When she finally gets the role, the happiness is short lived since she slowly starts to lose her mind. Like all of the best horror movies, Black Swan builds slowly, delivering frights scarcely until the unforgettable final half hour when all hell breaks loose.

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Are you really surprised to see the Coen brothers on a “best of” list? Even their mediocre work is still at the very least watchable, and True Grit is certainly not mediocre. Mattie Ross (Hailee Steinfeld) is a precocious teenager whose father was killed by a runaway bandit. When she enlists U.S. Marshall Rooster Cogburn (Jeff Bridges) and Texas Ranger La Boeuf (Matt Damon) to capture the villain, the two do not take the girl seriously. What happens next is an old school western in the vain of John Ford, and it’s a complete success.

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midst the greenery of downtown Champaign, surrounded by restaurants and shops, hides a collection of knowledge. Jane Addams Book Shop holds over 70,000 books, spanning three floors. Piles of books are packed into shelves rows deep, each with its own story to tell.For over 25 years, local residents and book lovers have been able to experience the unique qualities of Jane Addams Book Shop. “We are a part of this community,” said Judy Elmore, manager of Jane Addams Book Shop. “People can come in and meet the people who own the store. We have books that you won’t find at chain stores, like out-of-print titles or books from the 1800s. People like the choice of being able to shop somewhere else than a chain store” In the recent economy, some local business have been hurt. However, the owners, Don and Susan Elmore, have only owned the shop for a few years so they have not yet felt the impact. “My husband and I love books and loved Jane Addams Book Shop,” said Susan. “We love the downtown area and have always been big supporters of its growth and of the arts. ... It seemed like a perfect family business to purchase.” Upon entering the store, a customer might be greeted with a smile from Judy. As the store’s manager, she is living her dream of working with books.

“People who love books, not just the content in them but the book itself, will always be around, so stores like ours will always have customers.” -Judy Elmore, manager of Jane Addams Book Shop

“My passion for books has always been a part of me,” she said. “I was raised around books.” When the opportunity arose to bring the Jane Addams Book Shop into the family, Judy was beyond pleased. “When my in-laws told me of their plans to possibly purchase a used book shop, I was so happy because it meant that I could put my passion for books into my job,” she said. Past the front desk is a labyrinth of bookcases containing a variety of subjects from the Har- Judy Elmore, manager of Jane Addams Book Shop. dy Boys to Warren G. Harding. Photo by Claire Keating Navigate through the literary maze, and a shag room filled with books climbing carpet stairway to “heaven” and “Hollywood” to the ceiling about economics and politics. Another hall leads to travel and cook books. A awaits you. Standing atop the second floor landing, a small side room hides shelves of crimes and mysteries, stairway beckons you to uncover the wonders a sturdy coffee table and black leather couch. In a smaller side room lie treasures from foreign above. Books line the edges of the stairway. Upon reaching the third floor, rooms extend in lands: a Soviet production logbook, German philosevery direction. ophy books and French, Greek and Dutch literature. One doorway leads to far off worlds of a galaxy Throughout the store, a large collection of far, far away and the hollows and forests of Middle ephemera — paper collectibles like vintage picEarth. Beyond the worlds of fantasy, you enter a tures, postcards, posters, news clippings and

maps — can be uncovered, like a postcard from Sen. Paul Simon or a postcard of the UI Quad from 1970. Small pieces of history wait at every corner. Although new technologies are being developed, e-readers such as the Kindle lose the unique quality of well-worn book. “People who love books, not just the content in them but the book itself, will always be around, so stores like ours will always have customers,” Judy said. “The e-readers have their uses; they are excellent for the commuter and traveler and can coexist with books ... I think many people want to put technology down sometimes and pick up a book and hold it while they are reading it and to be able to flip through the pages.” Losing track of time while visiting this bookstore will most likely happen since there are so many treasures yet to be uncovered. “Spending five minutes in our store is not an option, and an hour barely allows you to scratch the surface,” Judy said. “Every time you turn a corner there is another section of books.”

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• buzz: Can you give me any information on • buzz: If the band you’re covering were to play who you’re going to be? at a music festival, which do you picture them at Kilborn Alley: No. Matter of fact, we don’t and what kind of fans are watching their show? even know. Stan and Vivian Mcconnell: Bona fide hipJET W. LEE: It’s modern and there is a pies are singing along. 1969. banjo involved... Jet W. Lee: They would probably play at Stan and Vivian McConnell: What if we all Bonarroo with mostly flannel-clad dudes taught our children to sing along and live and doe-eyed girls. in harmony? Mike Ingram: No. No, I don’t give hints. • buzz: Does anyone in JET W. LEE resemble a Vanattica: In terms of the musical aspect, member of the band you’ll be covering? Panic! at the Disco really makes sense for us JET W. LEE: With not too much effort we as a group — we’re rooted from it. They put a think we could. We’re counting on it! lot of thought into their songs and it’s always harmonic and intriguing. • buzz: What’s good about covering other people’s music? • buzz: How long do you prepare for something Vanattica: We’ve always been focused on like this? what we sound like so we could be recogKilborn Alley: We’re a band that doesn’t nized for our own music but when Ward from practice. There is no practicing involved. We Cowboy Monkey/High Dive asked for us to might throw a few practices together before join in, it seemed too good to pass up. we go record an album. And there’ll definitely be one before we do this. We usually do it a • buzz: Is your plan to be as true to the original few days before and get it done. band as possible, or are you going to add your own flare? • buzz: Do you think people will have any expec- Mike Ingram: My MO for my sets usually is tations of you based on what band you’re doing? to, I think I’ve almost always tried to stick as Kilborn Alley: That’s one thing we hope not. close to it as possible. Which is different than We hope that, you know, it’s just all in fun. some of the regular cover gigs. This is one of And the people that come out and see us on the nights when I really immerse myself into a regular basis, it’s going to be a treat for them the clothing, sometimes mannerisms and that to just check us out doing something different. sort of thing if I can pull it off. I think I get a little The one thing I can guarantee is that we’re more into as much of a mimic performance not going to come out and do a blues band. as possible. That’s the one thing I can guarantee. And our people know that, that that’s not going to hap- • buzz: Do you have any stage plans that you pen. Cause I think that’s the spirit of the whole could let us in on? thing: to do something different. Mike Ingram: I have a couple special guests, a couple curve balls to bust out. But nothing • buzz: If you could talk to someone who has too crazy. I’ll be doing my very best to live up never been, how would you sell it to them? to following bands like Brother Embassy and Kilborn Alley: I’d say there’s a lot of great bands Curb Service. That’s a mountain of a thing to in this town and just go out and see them all. do in itself. If I can not fall on my face after This is an opportunity to go see many ofthem all those great bands that are playing before at a time. Go soak in some Champaign music, me, then it’ll be mission accomplished I think. and see musicians having fun with it. That’s all. The thing is, you know, I think I’d also say that • buzz: How does preparing for this differ than you should go check out these bands and see preparing for a typical gig? what they really do and then go see them play Mike Ingram: Usual gigs are more loose. dress up. Go see what they’re all about. There’s more time to mess around. I think I put more pressure on myself to really make it almost seeing the original band. So, because it’s so specific because it’s one band and you’re immersing yourself more in that experience. So I guess regular gigs you can kinda dick around I guess and it’s a little more cozy. Cozy is not the word I was looking for. Comfortable. Maybe that’s not the word either. I don’t know what word I was looking for.

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20 Years of Covers

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SUNDAY, Jan. 16 Mike Ingram

One of CU’s best festivals turns twenty

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n Jan. 16, The Highdive will be holding the 20th consecutive Great Cover Up for WEFT 90.1 FM. The event takes place once a year and features local acts performing as cover bands with all of the proceeds going towards a charity or nonprofit organization. The event, which consists of three separate days and 20-something bands, and has garnered an estimated $50,000 in the past twenty years. Although Ward Gollings has been booking and planning the show for the majority of the benefits, the show was first planned and conceived by Dave Landis of The Didjits. “His wife worked for the Muscular Dystrophy Association here at the time and he actually conceived the idea,” Gollings told buzz. “With The Didjits as the headliner, he gathered five other local bands (Poster Children, Hot Glue Gun, 16 Tons, Ward, and Honcho Overload) and organized the event at The Blind Pig (the building that is now Cowboy Monkey). In the second year he added in a seventh band (Hardvark) and it was again an overwhelming success.”

In the 18 years that Gollings has been planning the event, little changes have been made over the years to accommodate the growth of the CU music scene and the ever changing climate of the area. “It has mushroomed from six to seven bands to 20 plus. After much tinkering with the formula, I like too that it’s settled into a Sun/Tue/Thu event,” Ward said. “It gives people a nice chance to recharge their batteries and come back on multiple nights.” “Never in my wildest dreams did I think it would go 20 years!” Ward said. “But at this point I can actually see it going 25 to 30 years. And eventually I can foresee someone taking the torch from me and extending it beyond that, even.” In the past there have been performances ranging from comedy acts like Wink covering Neil Hamburger, to Elsinore doing Queen last year, to Mordecai in the Mirror performing the Top Gun soundtrack. According to the rules of The Great Cover Up, the group or person that each

artist is covering is a matter of absolute secrecy. The bands must practice incommunicado from friends and family to the point of insanity, which eventually led to the tragedy at the Overlook Hotel featuring Jack Tareggs. But open communication isn’t the only enemy of The Great Cover Up, it’s not even the worst. The Great Cover Up’s greatest enemy is: itself. Out of sheer jealousy, The Great Cover Up has spawned a number of rip offs that exist in Tuscan Arizona, Virginia and as close as Chicago. When asked about a death match in which the original Great Cover Up would challenge the other “Cover Cover Ups,” Gollings commented, “I’d bring seniority of course, plus a couple cases of PBR, and most importantly … the championship belt around my waist. And I’d leave the arena as the reigning champ … with that belt held high, like a rock ‘n’ roll gladiator!” Be sure to make it out to see The Great Cover Up on Jan. 16, 18 and 20, and check out the full schedule on the right.

TUESDAY, Jan. 18 Roberta Sparrow Withershins The Fresh Kills Tractor Kings Scurvine Vanattica Withnail

THURSDAY, Jan. 20 Kayla Brown with The Dirty Feathers Stan & Vivian from Santah Hot Cops Jet W. Lee The Sugar Prophets Amy Mitchell Hathaways

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Don’t leave your house by Nick Martin It’s so cold I couldn’t even go outside if I was a horse! That’s why I put together some of my favorite indoor fun winter ideas for everyone. Keep the loneliness at bay, kids!

Doggie fashion show

Invite all your friends over and put outfits on their dogs. Sorry cat owners — since you can’t dress a cat in clothes, you’re going to have to just watch this activity. Dogs like to wear tiny people clothes (like sailor costumes, little scarves and hooded sweatshirts); however, dogs don’t mind being dressed in silly costumes either (like hot dogs, witches, nebulas, Garry Shandling). Take pictures and put them in your e-mails! Get ready for Valentines Day early! (see fig. 1)

Conspire to overthrow the capitalist manufactures of oppression!

Don’t sit around. Don’t buy into the lie that you have to work for money or measure success in a monetary value. Plan a schematic to topple these outdated, post-industrial chains that enslave humanity! Shoplifters of the world, unite! Question the authority of our leaders. Don’t use deodorant. Watch Fight Club on Blu-ray. Do anything the man doesn’t want you to do. Why? Because,romanticizing revolution is fun.

Winter fun ideas for staying inside so you don’t freeze to death like an old person

Enjoy Doug Benson

Doug Benson does a lot of stuff. He has two Comedy Central stand-up specials; a show called The Benson Interruption (where Benson playfully interrupts indie stand-up comedians); a movie called Super High Me, in which he advocates for freedom of individual marijuana use; a podcast called Doug Loves Movies; and a very funny Twitter account. The reason I love Benson is because he’s perfect for Indoor Fun. All his favorite activities are easy to enjoy inside. In fact, I advise that you enjoy Doug Benson activities inside. Doug Benson is 46 years old! Doesn’t he look much younger? (see fig. 2)

Consume media

Once you’re done enjoying Doug, why not consider other forms of media? Television’s always good for fun! Public access can be enjoyed both sincerely and ironically. You can swap movies with friends. The Internet can offer text and video for entertainment. Also, consider obscure types of media. Read magazines. Consider infographs. Learn Latin and read The Aeneid as Virgil intended. Have you ever been brought to tears by a video game? You should play Shadow of Colossus for PS2. When was the last time you did a maze on the back of a cereal box? Consume!

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Learn about something weird

How much do you know about Norwegian Black Metal? Black Metal is a subgenre of heavy metal music closely tied to church burnings, murder and Nazism. If you have time on your hands, then use it to learn about something impractical. Research something weird just for the sake of it! You can talk about it to strangers at parties. Some topics I like reading about: codes, 1930s gangsters, songs from commercials, celebrity birthdays, chuggin’ wines and self-aware talk shows. Learn about something stupid and tell your Dad or other father figure about it!

I don’t own a white hat, but I call myself a chef. I add new ingredients to regular food all the time! Have you ever made a pizza sandwich? It’s toasted bread, marinara sauce, cheese, and pepperonis; you figure out how to make it. Cooking with the stuff you have lying around your kitchen is just as practical as it is fun. Did you know that any food benefits when you add peanut butter to it (unless you’re allergic)? Especially ice cream! The other day, my roommate bought a spice shaker called “Pizza and Pasta Spice”. I’ve had it on pizza; I’ve had it on pasta. It’s great. But, guess what? It’s good on hamburgers, too! For all I know, it’s good on anything! That’s how you make your own recipes!

Take a bath, and eat a chocolate bar in the bathtub!

When’s the last time you had “me” time? Go into the tub tomorrow, get the water warm and take a bath. Then, bring in a chocolate bar! It doesn’t have to be fancy candy. Hershey’s is fine. Make sure to eat your chocolate slowly — it’s much more fun that way. Have you considered taking a bubble bath? You don’t need storebought bubbles (fuck you, Mr. Bubble); you can just use shampoo.

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THURSDAY 13 live music Billy Galt and Jeff Kerr AnSun, C, 7pm TwoYou Duo The Clark Bar, C, 7pm Dale Watson and the Lone Stars Rosebowl Tavern, Ltd., U, 7:30pm, $15

dj Milk and Cookies at Klub Kam’s Kam’s, C, 8pm DJ BJ Dance Night Po’ Boys, U, 8pm Here Come the Regulars Red Star Liquors, U, 9pm Stitches at The Clark Bar The Clark Bar, C, 10pm DJ Luniks Firehaus, C, 10pm, $5 Open Deck Night Radio Maria, C, 10pm

karaoke DJ Bange Rosebowl Tavern, Ltd., U, 8:30pm Liquid Courage Karaoke Memphis on Main, C, 9pm RockStarz Karaoke — Presented by Seize A Moment Productions Senator’s Bar & Grill, Savoy, 9pm Rockstar Karaoke Fireside Bar and Grill, C, 9pm RockStarz Karaoke — Presented by Seize A Moment Productions Bentley’s Pub, C, 10pm

stage Jupiter’s Comedy Club Jupiter’s II, C, 8pm

art Glimpsings from the Closet Trunk Cinema Gallery, U, 10pm

recreation Lunch Time Skate Ice Arena, C, 11:15am, $4-$5

campus activities Champaign-Urbana Astronomical Society William M. Staerkel Planetarium, C, 7pm

kids & families Preschool Story Time Rantoul Public Library, Rantoul, 10am Baby Time Douglass Branch Library, C, 10:30am Books to Go Champaign Public Library, C, 3pm ARTfusion Douglass Branch Library, C, 4pm Family Story Time Urbana Free Library, U, 7pm

seniors Senior Moment: Waste Not, Want Not — Bison Tails Clark-Lindsey Village, U, 7pm Call 896-2455 to reserve

community IMC Shows Group Meeting: Community Booking Collective Urbana-Champaign Independent Media Center, U, 7pm

mind/body/spirit Open Yoga Practice Amara Yoga & Arts, U, 5:30am, $8 Core Yoga Amara Yoga & Arts, U, 12pm, $12 Hot Yoga Evolve Fitness Club, C, 12pm, $10 Yoga for Wellness BKS Iyengar Yoga Institute of C-U, U, 2:30pm, $14 Continuing Asana/Introduction to Pranayama BKS Iyengar Yoga Institute of C-U, U, 5:15pm, $14 Prerequisite: Introduction to Asana Ashtanga Yoga Amara Yoga & Arts, U, 5:30pm, $12 Experienced Beginner BKS Iyengar Yoga Institute of C-U, U, 5:45pm, $14 Prerequisite: Introduction to Asana Yin Yoga Amara Yoga & Arts, U, 7pm, $12

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Cover-to-Cover Book Discussion Group Champaign Public Library, C, 1:30pm

Moms and Grandmas Group University Baptist Church, C, 12pm

Undergrad Bible Study University Baptist Church, C, 8:30pm

game-playing Karaoke and Board Game Night Asian American Cultural Center, U, 8pm

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RockStarz Karaoke — Presented by Seize A Moment Productions miscellaneous Senator’s Bar & Grill, Savoy, 9pm Yarn ‘n Yak kids & families Karaoke with DJ HolRantoul Public Library, lywood Rantoul, 7pm Music and Motion Class Act, C, 9:30 am, $48 It’ll Do 2, C, 9pm classes & workshops Newborn to 5 years (with RockStarz Karaoke — Presented by Seize A Restorative Circles Presen- a parent or caregiver) Moment Productions tation and Practice Group ArtsFusion Level I Boomerang, U, 9pm Champaign Public Library, Class Act, C, 10am, $72 Ages 2 1/2 to 5 years C, 6:30pm stage (with a parent or caregiver) FRIDAY 14 Carmen Tales for Twos The Art Theater, C, 12pm, live music Douglass Branch Library, C, $18-$20 10:30am Happy Hour Show with art Fairytale Fridays Big Creek Guitar Band Memphis on Main, C, 6pm Class Act, C, 3:45 pm, $140 Glimpsings from the 5-8 years Road Song Closet Trunk The Clark Bar, C, 6pm Cinema Gallery, U, Opiate: Tribute to TOOL mind/body/spirit 10pm Canopy Club, U, 8pm, $6 Vinyasa Krama Yoga with museum exhibit David Howie Acoustic Don Briskin Jukebox Amara Yoga & Arts, U, Secrets of the Sun Bentley’s Pub, C, 8pm 4pm, $12 William M. Staerkel PlanNew Riders of the Golden etarium, C, 8pm Maize Solar System Safari SATURDAY 15 Huber’s West End Store, William M. Staerkel Planlive music C, 8pm etarium, C, 7pm El Guapo Hillbilly Jones and The campus activities Memphis on Main, C, 8pm Whistle Pigs GTO and The Glasspaks Memphis on Main, C, Integrity Rosebowl Tavern, Ltd., U, 6pm Illini Union, U, 8:45am 9pm The New Familiars Register at http://www. Sleepy Creek Vineyards, illinoisleadership.illinois. dj Fairmount, 7pm edu Seating begins at 6pm DJ Mella D volunteer Ben Bedford and Tom Red Star Liquors, U, 9pm Irwin: A Night of Original Reaching Out To HomeDJ Cal Emmerich Tunes Boltini Lounge, C, 10pm less Women Urbana-Champaign Inde- First United Methodist DJ Delayney pendent Media Center, U, Highdive, C, 10pm, $5 Church of Champaign, C 7:30pm, $7-$10 Call 356-9078 for more karaoke Billy Galt and Jeff Kerr information Huber’s West End Store, RockStarz Karaoke — kids & families C, 8pm Presented by Seize A Verdict Moment Productions Early Childhood Drama Canopy Club, U, 9pm, $5 Senator’s Bar & Grill, SaClass Act, C, 9:30 am, Cattle Bandits voy, 9pm $66 Rosebowl Tavern, Ltd., U, Karaoke at Po’ Boys Ages 3-5 9pm Po’ Boys, U, 9pm KidProv Erik Nelson Class Act, C, 10:30am, art Bentley’s Pub, C, 9pm $35-$90 Goodbye Fairbanks with Ages 8-10 Glimpsings from the Vanattica Gaming Day Closet Trunk Mike ‘n Molly’s, C, 10pm Rantoul Public Library, Cinema Gallery, U, 10pm The Brat Pack Rantoul, 12pm museum exhibit Jupiter’s II, C, 10pm, $7 Improv Class Act, C, 12:15pm, Winter Prairie Skies $35-$90 William M. Staerkel Plan- dj Ages 11-13 etarium, C, 7pm DJ Luniks Origami Family Fun Fest Secrets of the Sun Highdive, C, 10pm Champaign Public Library, William M. Staerkel Plan- DJ Space Police C, 2pm etarium, C, 8pm Boltini Lounge, C, 10pm Imagination Station recreation dance music Class Act, C, 9:30pm, Lunch Time Skate Salsa Night with DJ Dr. J $66 Ages 3-5 Ice Arena, C, 11:15am, $4-$5 Radio Maria, C, 10pm

mind/body/spirit Healthy Living and What is Nutrition Response Testing Seminar Energy Healing Systems, Inc., C, 10am 8-week Winter Session: Get Fit and Flexible BKS Iyengar Yoga Institute of C-U, U, 11:30am, $14 Kripalu Yoga: Meditation in Motion Amara Yoga & Arts, U, 2pm, $12 Saturday Power Flow with Corrie Proksa Amara Yoga & Arts, U, 4pm, $12

Trivia Night The Blind Pig Brewery, C, 7pm

literary Rantoul Public Library Book Club Rantoul Public Library, Rantoul, 2pm

social issues AWARE Meeting McKinley Presbyterian Church and Foundation, C, 5:15pm

mind/body/spirit

dj ‘80s Night with DJ Mingram Highdive, C, 10pm

karaoke RockStarz Karaoke — Presented by Seize A Moment Productions Mike ‘n Molly’s, C, 10pm

stage Monday Night Comedy Illini Union, U, 7pm Abe Froman Project Mike ‘n Molly’s, C, 9pm

Slow Flow Yoga Sundays with Luna faith Amara Yoga & Arts, U, 2pm, $12 Torah Study Hatha Flow Yoga with Sinai Temple, C, 9am Maggie Taylor miscellaneous Amara Yoga & Arts, U, 4pm, $12 Champaign Area Fish Exchange Winter Auction Prenatal Yoga Amara Yoga & Arts, U, Urbana Civic Center, U, 5:30pm, $12 8am Doors open 8am

recreation

SUNDAY 16

wpgu

game-playing

WPGU Presents: The Great Cover Up Highdive, C, 9pm, $7

Madden Night Football It’ll Do 2, C, 6pm Duplicate Bridge Game Ginger Creek Shops, C, 7pm Bingo Night Memphis on Main, C, 8pm

live music Bruiser and the Virtues Urbana Free Library, U, 2pm Live Irish Music with Emerald Rum Blind Pig Co., The, C, 5:30pm Parrish Duo Rosebowl Tavern, Ltd., U, 8:30pm

dance music Showtune Sunday Emerald City Lounge, C, 4pm

stage

miscellaneous FriendShop Used Book Store Open Champaign Public Library, C, 1:30pm

classes & workshops Salsa Dance Lessons: Beginners Capoeira Academy, C, 6pm, $5 Salsa Dance Lessons: Intermediate/Advanced Capoeira Academy, C, 7:30pm, $5

Carmen The Art Theater, C, 12pm, $18-$20 MLK Community Celebration Krannert Center for the Performing Arts, U, 5pm Open Stage at Red Herring Red Herring Coffeehouse, U, 7:30pm Drag Show Chester Street, C, 10pm, $4

food & drink

recreation

Jesse Johnson Illini Union, U, 12pm Cody Canada and The Departed Canopy Club, U, 7pm, $15

Freestyle Ice Arena, C, 4:20pm, $3

game-playing Big Dave’s Trivia Night Cowboy Monkey, C, 7pm

Sunday Brunch with a Diva Emerald City Lounge, C, 10am, $9 Call 398-8661 to reserve Common Ground Celebration Potluck Common Ground Food Coop, U, 3pm

MONDAY 17 live music

Lunch Time Skate Ice Arena, C, 11:15am, $4-$5

campus activities Nintendo Wii Illini Union, U, 1pm Living LEAN Class Illini Union, U, 3pm Registration is required

kids & families Interactive Music for Infants, Toddlers and Preschoolers Class Act, C, 11:30am, $50 Ages 2-3

mind/body/spirit Yoga Fundamentals Amara Yoga & Arts, U, 12pm, $12 Hatha Flow Yoga with Grace Giorgio Amara Yoga & Arts, U, 4pm, $12 Hatha Yoga Amara Yoga & Arts, U, 5:30pm, $12 Get Fit and Flexible at the Yoga Institute BKS Iyengar Yoga Institute of C-U, U, 6pm, $14 Yoga St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church and Campus Center, C, 7pm Restorative Yoga Amara Yoga & Arts, U, 7pm, $12 Prana Flow Yoga Living Yoga Center, U, 7:15pm, $15

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DOIN’ IT WELL

BY JO SANGER AND ROSS WANTLAND

“DOIN’ IT WELL” IN 2011 A new year brings not only times of reflection over happenings of the past but considerations and excitement of all that is yet to happen in the future. Here at Doin’ It Well, we’re pretty excited for 2011. Thanks to increases in federal funding, more jobs in sexuality education are going to become available than ever before with a focus on providing young people with medically accurate health information. Here are a few more highlights from the past year that make us excited for the year to come!

NEW EC

Back in August, the FDA approved a prescriptiononly form of emergency contraception called ella (yes, the “e” is lower case). It works like other brands of EC: it needs to be taken within 120 hours of unprotected intercourse and is most effective the sooner it is taken. Although it requires a prescription, having additional options for contraception choice is always a good thing. And for those who don’t feel comfortable obtaining Plan B over the counter or seeing a doctor, ella can be ordered through an online prescription service with next day delivery.

What’s new in the new year?

COULD IT BE TRUVADA?

A study published in December in the New England Journal of Medicine found that healthy gay men who took a daily dose of the drug Truvada, reduced their risk for HIV infection by 90%. The drug is a mix of antiretrovirals and requires those taking it to be faithful with the daily regimen. Many advocates are excited about the possibility of the new drug but it still has to be tested on other populations, like heterosexuals and those who inject drugs. Some worry that taking a daily medication to prevent HIV would increase drug-resistant strains of the virus and cost of taking the medication is always a concern. Overall, this could be a huge medical breakthrough for the prevention and treatment of HIV.

SEXUAL BEHAVIORS IN THE U.S.

It’s been 16 years since the last comprehensive study of the sexual behaviors of Americans was conducted. But thanks to Michael Reece, PhD, and a team of researchers at the Center for Sexual

Health Promotion (remember Kinsey?) at Indiana University, we have another one. Notable highlights from the National Survey of Sexual Health and Behavior (NSSHB) published in the October issue of the Journal of Sexual Medicine are that researchers included respondents between the ages of 14 and 94 and that older Americans are sexually active! Another aspect of this survey that stands out is that the researchers separate out younger teens from older teens. Often, we lump 14 year olds in the same “teenager” category with 17, 18 and 19 year olds, even though a lot happens developmentally in that time span. This study helps to contextualize that while younger males and females alike are engaging in healthy behaviors like masturbation few are engaging in oral, vaginal or anal sex. Once teens reach 18 or 19, the numbers increase to about half having experienced some time of sexual activity (oral, vaginal or anal). In addition, Americans 70 years of age or older are still masturbating and engaging in sex,

We need your help in

CLOUD CONTROL.

too. About half of men and a third of women enjoyed solo sex in the last year. Forty percent of men and nearly a quarter of the women surveyed in this same age group engaged in vaginal sex. This study goes a long way in normalizing not only sexuality, but the sexual behaviors of Americans. It dispels myths about rampant sexual activity among young teens; that those who are most sexy and therefore sexual are in their 20s or maybe 30s; and that older Americans don’t masturbate or have sex. To see the complete study, The October issue of the Journal of Sexual Medicine is available as a free download at http://bit.ly/cXH4M7. Finally, we want to thank everyone for making 2010 a great year for Doin’ It Well. It’s been a pleasure answering your questions and hearing your feedback. Keep reading this year as we continue Doin’ It Well. Jo and Ross are looking for new topic ideas for 2011. Send them a suggestion at buzzdoinitwell@yahoo.com.

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miscellaneous

recreation

Tarot Reader Boltini Lounge, C, 7pm

Lunch Time Skate Ice Arena, C, 11:15am, $4-$5

classes & workshops Solo Latin Dance Phillips Recreation Center, U, 6pm, $22 MELD: Monday Evening Life Drawing group McGown Photography, C, 7pm, $7 Poetry Workshop Red Herring Coffeehouse, U, 7:30pm Bring 10 copies of your poem

Tuesday 18 live music Alec Stern Illini Union, U, 12pm Andy Moreillon Fat City Bar & Grill, C, 7pm Craig Gaskin and Friends Senator’s Bar & Grill, Savoy, 7:30pm The Piano Man Canopy Club, U, 9pm Tuesday Night Troubadours Rosebowl Tavern, Ltd., U, 9pm

dance music 8th Grade Dance Joe’s Brewery, C, 11pm

karaoke RockStarz Karaoke — Presented by Seize A Moment Productions Bentley’s Pub, C, 10pm RockStarz Karaoke — Presented by Seize A Moment Productions The Corner Tavern, Monticello, 8pm Dragon Karaoke The Clark Bar, C, 9pm

open mic Open Mic Tuesdays Cowboy Monkey, C, 10pm

stage Russian National Ballet Theatre: Romeo and Juliet Krannert Center for the Performing Arts, U, 7pm, $10-$39

sporting event Illini Men’s Basketball Game Assembly Hall, C, 6pm, $11-$40 Illinois vs. Michigan State Basketball Watch Party Illini Union, U, 6pm

campus activities Nintendo Wii Illini Union, U, 1pm Living LEAN Class Illini Union, U, 3pm Registration is required

game-playing

Asana for Seniors BKS Iyengar Yoga Institute of C-U, U, 10:30am, $14

lgbt Rainbow Coffeehouse Etc. Coffee House, U, 6pm eQuality ChampaignUrbana meeting Wesley-United Methodist Church & Wesley Foundation, U, 7pm

Adult Pottery Class Boneyard Pottery, C, 9:00 am, 6:30pm, $25 Call 355-5610 to register Belly Dance 101 Phillips Recreation Center, U, 6pm, $22 Real Computing Help Douglass Branch Library, C, 6pm

Wednesday 19

T-N-T Tuesday Night Trivia with Cara and Tanino Boltini Lounge, C, 7pm

community

live music

Locals’ Night Po’ Boys, U, 4pm

literary

Open Yoga Practice Amara Yoga & Arts, U, 5:30am, $8 Hot Yoga Evolve Fitness Club, C, 12pm, $10 Ashtanga Yoga Amara Yoga & Arts, U, 7pm, $12 Experienced Beginner BKS Iyengar Yoga Institute of C-U, U, 7:30pm, $14 Prerequisite: Introduction to Asana Hatha Flow Yoga with Maggie Taylor Amara Yoga & Arts, U, 12pm, $12 Awakening Yoga and Playtime for Kids with Kate Amara Yoga & Arts, U, 9am, $12 Advanced Asana/ Pranayama BKS Iyengar Yoga Institute of C-U, U, 5:15pm, $14 Prerequisite: Continuing Asana Slow Flow Amara Yoga & Arts, U, 5:30pm, $12. Introduction to Meditation Ananda Liina Yoga & Meditation Center, U, 7:30pm

Lukas Kim Solo Acoustic Illini Union, U, 12pm Donnie Heitler: Solo Piano Great Impasta, U, 6pm Live Irish Music Bentley’s Pub, C, 7pm The Sugar Prophets Fat City Bar & Grill, C, 8pm Caleb Cook Rosebowl Tavern, Ltd., U, 9pm

Read: Laurie Halse Anderson Champaign Public Library, C, 7pm BYOB: Bring Your Own Book Champaign Public Library, C, 8pm Registration is needed

social issues Beyond the Headlines in Ivory Coast Urbana Free Library, U, 7pm

kids & families Early Childhood Drama Class Act, C, 3:pm, $66 Ages 3-5 Tuesday Twos Champaign Public Library, C, 9:45am, 10:15am, 10:45am Creative Movement for Young People Amara Yoga & Arts, U, 10am, $72 Ages 3-5 Walk-in Storytime and Creative Play Class Act, C, 2pm, $2 Wave Club Readers Rantoul Public Library, Rantoul, 4pm Story Drama Class Act, C, 4pm, $66 Ages 5-8 Goodnight Storyshop Champaign Public Library, C, 6:30pm Ages 2-5

seniors Continuing Asana for Seniors BKS Iyengar Yoga Institute of C-U, U, 8:30am, $14 Prerequisite: Asana for Seniors

mind/body/spirit

faith Grad Students and Professionals Weekly Fellowship Lunch University Baptist Church, C, 11:30am

wpgu WPGU Presents: The Great Cover Up Highdive, C, 9pm, $7

classes & workshops Group Fitness Free Week Activities and Recreation Center (ARC), C

dj DJ Randall Ellison Boltini Lounge, C, 9pm Old School Night Red Star Liquors, U, 9pm I Love The ‘90s with DJ Mingram Soma Ultralounge, C, 10pm

dance music Salsa and Tango Dancing Cowboy Monkey, C, 8pm Tango Dancing Cowboy Monkey, C, 8pm Discotech: Dance Night Canopy Club, U, 10pm Doors open at 9pm

karaoke RockStarz Karaoke — Presented by Seize A Moment Productions Senator’s Bar & Grill, Savoy, 9pm RockStarz Karaoke — Presented by Seize A Moment Productions Route 45 Wayside, Pesotum, 8pm SuperStar Karaoke AnSun, C, 9pm RockStarz Karaoke — Presented by Seize A Moment Productions Fat City Bar & Grill, C, 10pm RockStarz Karaoke — Presented by Seize A Moment Productions Geovanti’s, C, 10pm

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Integrity Saturday, Jan. 15 8:45 a.m. Illini Union 1401 W. Green St., U. Free I may be different from everyone else, but I like to spend my Saturdays waking up as early as possible and sitting in a stuffy room for over 8 hours. Integrity is the leadership i-program at i-Illinois that teaches i-attendees better i-ways to be tyrannical i-dictators when working in groups. It’s amazing how much one can learn from parlor games and overexcited speakers. — Matt Carey, Movies & TV Editor

Common Ground Celebration Potluck Sunday, Jan. 16 3 - 5 p.m. Common Ground Food Co-op 300 S. Broadway Ave., Suite 166, Lincoln Square Mall, U. All ages It might be hard to believe, but Common Ground Food Co-op is about to celebrate its second birthday in its Lincoln Mall location. They’ll be talking about their efforts over the past two years and how locals have made it all possible at this meal full of good food and fun. You can even bring the little ones without worrying about how they’ll be entertained thanks to their kids corner. Come celebrate one of the best parts of CU! — Lauren Hise, Arts & Entertainment Editor

Yarn ‘n Yak Thursday, Jan. 13 7 p.m. Rantoul Public Library 106 W. Flessner Ave., Rantoul All ages For those who follow my “week ahead” posts religiously, everyone, it may seem like I spend a lot of time at the Rantoul Public Library. But with their Pokemon fanclubs, constant used book sales and now Yarn ‘N Yak, how can you blame me? I’ve made constant suggestions that they should just combine all three so that I don’t have to drive out there three times a week, but it doesn’t look likely. All I know is that I told my therapist that I no longer needed him because I’m going to be yaking it up at the library. — Dylan Sutcliff, Music Editor

open mic Open Mic Night Illini Union, U, 7:00 pm, Open Mic Night at the union Open Mic Comedy Night Memphis on Main, C, 9pm

stage Russian National Ballet Theatre: Romeo and Juliet Krannert Center for the Performing Arts, U, 7pm, $10-$39 Outside The Box Parkland College Theatre, C, 7:30pm, $8

recreation Lunch Time Skate Ice Arena, C, 11:15am, $4-$5 Cookie Decoration Illini Union, U, 2pm Public Skate Ice Arena, C, 7:30pm, $4-$5

campus activities Lunch ‘n Learn Illini Union, U, 1pm

Nintendo Wii Illini Union, U, 1pm Living LEAN Class Illini Union, U, 3pm Registration is required Coming Out Support Group Illini Union, U, 7pm

Wolf Moon Hike Middle Fork River Forest Preserve, Penfield, 7pm, $2 Call 896-2455 to register

mind/body/spirit

Open Yoga Practice Amara Yoga & Arts, U, game-playing 5:30am, $8 Pokemon Fan Club Core Yoga Rantoul Public Library, Amara Yoga & Arts, U, Rantoul, 5:30pm 12pm, $12 CU64 Chess Club Yoga Fundamentals McKinley Presbyterian Amara Yoga & Arts, U, Church and Foundation, 4pm, $12 C, 7pm Astanga Yoga Bingo Living Yoga Center, U, Mike ‘n Molly’s, C, 9:30pm 9am, $15 Asana for Women kids & families BKS Iyengar Yoga Institute Improv of C-U, U, 9:15am, $14 Class Act, C, 5pm, $35-$90 Wellness Wednesday Ages 11-13 Activities and Recreation Common Ground Story Center (ARC), C, 5:15pm Time Yoga Class Every Common Ground Food Co- Wednesday op, U, 10:30am Ananda Liina Yoga & MedWrestling Fan Club itation Center, U, 5:30pm Rantoul Public Library, Hatha Flow Rantoul, 4pm Amara Yoga & Arts, U, 5th Grade and up 5:45pm, $12

Candlelight Wednesdays with Luna Amara Yoga & Arts, U, 7pm, $12 Yoga For Men BKS Iyengar Yoga Institute of C-U, U, 7:15pm, $14

faith Grad Students and Professionals Bible Study University Baptist Church, C, 7pm Bible and Brew St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church and Campus Center, C, 8pm

classes & workshops Group Fitness Free Week Activities and Recreation Center (ARC), C Japanese Character Bento Class Unitarian Universalist Movement of UrbanaChampaign, U, 5pm, $10-$20 Improv Workout Class Act, C, 6:30pm, $10

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HELP WANTED

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HOUSING COUNSELOR Graduate or undergraduate student with excellent communication skills needed at Tenant Union Monday through Thursday afternoons and Friday mornings. Advise students about their rights, negotiate with landlords to resolve tenant complaints, review leases and help ﬁnd housing. Will train. $9.50/hour. Send resume and spring class schedule to tenant@illinois.edu.

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January 1 through May 31, 2011. Great campus locations. Furnished or unfurnished. 604 E Clark- Large one bedroom apartments from $525/mo. 406 E Clark- One bedroom apartments from $425/mo. Wampler Property Management 217-352-1335 www.wamplerapartments.com

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Fall 2011 From $785. Parking, heat, hot water, cable, internet included. 217-3676626.

Aug 2011. Huge 1 bdrm apts. Window A/C, Parking $40/mo. Rents from $435/mo to $515/mo. $50/to Furnish. Shown 7 days/wk. BARR REAL ESTATE, INC. 356-1873 Visit www.barr-re.com for Virtual tours and ﬂoor plans.

2 BEDROOM CAMPUS Available August From $785/month. Include most utilities. 217-367-6626 COUNTRY FAIR APARTMENTS 1 & 2 Bedroom, furn/ unfurn, FREE Expanded 80+ Channels Cable TV, FREE High Speed Internet, FREE Water, Heater and trash removal. Off-street parking, indoor laundry, pool, tennis court. On 4 MTD bus routes. Small pet OK. M-F 9-5:30, Sat 9-12. 2106 W. White Street (near Springﬁeld Ave) 217-359-3713 www.myapartmenthome.com

1108 S. Lincoln, Urbana Available August 2011. Classic building close to Jimmy John's on Lincoln Ave. Hardwood floors, laundry. Efficiencies - furnished rents from $365 to $385/mo. Unfurnished 1 bedrooms $575/mo. Unfurnished 2 bedrooms $750/mo. Shown 7 days/ wk. Barr Real Estate, Inc. 356-1873 www.barr-re.com For virtual tours & floor plans visit our web site

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706 S. WALNUT, URBANA August 2011. Close to Downtown Urbana, 1 bedrooms from $520/mo. 2 bedrooms from $550/mo. Central A/C, Laundry. Parking. Shown 7 days/wk. BARR REAL ESTATE, INC. 356-1873 Visit www.barr-re.com for Virtual tours and ﬂoor plans.

808 S. LINCOLN URBANA August 2011. Classic buildingacross from Jimmy John's on Lincoln Ave. Hardwood floors, laundry. Shown 7 days/wk. 1 Bedroom + Sun Room = $575/mo. (UF) 1 Bedroom + Den = $575/mo. (UF) 2 Bedroom = $510 to $575/mo. (F) Efficiency = $390/mo. (F) Parking = $50/mo. BARR REAL ESTATE, INC 356-1873 www.barr-re.com For virtual tours & floor plans visit our web site

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311 E. WHITE, CHAMPAIGN Available August 2011. Large efﬁciencies close to Beckman Center. From $350/mo. Parking $35/mo. Window A/C, carpet. Shown 7 days/wk. BARR REAL ESTATE, INC. 356-1873 www.barr-re.com For virtual tours & ﬂoor plans visit our web site

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August 2011. Window A/C, Covered Parking $45/mo, laundry. Efﬁciency $320/mo., 1 bedrooms $410/mo to $425/mo, 2 bedrooms $560/mo to $570/mo. Shown 7 days/wk. BARR REAL ESTATE, INC. 356-1873 Visit www.barr-re.com for Virtual tours and ﬂoor plans.

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THE NEVADAN 903 W. NEVADA, URBANA We've redefined luxury with these spectacular 2 bedrooms/ 1 to 2 bath units built August 2007 right in the heart of the U of I campus, around the corner from Cafe Paradiso. Wallmounted flat screen TVs, wine & beer fridge, designer furniture package, W/D, buzzer entry, elevator, covered parking and MUCH MORE!!! Rent from $1,275/mo. to $1,375/mo. Call for showing times! BARR REAL ESTATE, INC. 356-1873 www.barr-re.com For virtual tours & floor plans visit our web site.

509 W. MAIN, URBANA August 2011. 1 bedroom apts. $420/mo to $460/mo. Laundry, Window A/C, Parking, $45/mo. Shown 7 days/wk. BARR REAL ESTATE, INC. 356-1873 www.barr-re.com For virtual tours & ﬂoor plans visit our web site

Available Immediately & Fall 2011 301 West Illinois, U. 3 Bedroom, $990/mo, Parking & all utilities included. Close to Campus. 601 West Springﬁeld, C. 2 Bedroom, $620/mo, parking & all utilities included. Contact Chris at 684-2226 or crpayne30@hotmail.com

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308 E. Armory

208/210 E. White

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312 E. White

306 E. Armory

508 S. First

1103 S. Euclid

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108 W. Charles 104 E. John

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1103 S. Euclid

103 E. Healey

1103 S. Euclid

306 E. Armory

105 S. Fourth

807 S. Locust

108 1/2 E. Daniel

208/210 E. White

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310 E. Clark

312 E. White

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106 E. Armory

104 E. John

314 E. White

308 E. Armory

306 E. Armory

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907 W. STOUGHTON, URBANA August 2011. Huge 2 bedroom apt in great location near Engineering. Central A/C, laundry. From $665/ mo. Parking $50/mo. Shown 7 days/wk. BARR REAL ESTATE, INC. 356-1873 www.barr-re.com For virtual tours & ﬂoor plans visit our web site

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1006 W. STOUGHTON, URBANA August 2011. Close to Engineering campus. 2 bedroom from $950/mo. Window A/C, carpet. Parking $40/ mo. Shown 7 days/wk. BARR REAL ESTATE, INC. 356-1873 www.barr-re.com For virtual tours & ﬂoor plans visit our web site.

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ARBOR APARTMENTS, C. August 2011. 1 bedrooms at Third & Gregory. Window A/C, Laundry, Rents from $410/mo to $435/mo. Parking $40/mo. Shown 7 days/wk. BARR REAL ESTATE, INC. 356-1873 Visit www.barr-re.com for Virtual tours and ﬂoor plans.

1107 S. EUCLID, C August 2011. 1 bedrooms Near Armory & Gregory. Window A/C, Laundry, Rents from $410/mo to $430/mo. Parking $40/mo. Shown 7 days/wk. BARR REAL ESTATE, INC 356-1873 Visit www.barr-re.com for Virtual tours and ﬂoor plans.

906-908 S. Locust, Ch. Efﬁc/$440, 1 brm/$530-595. Quiet location, parking $40/mo. www.tricountymg.com 217-367-2009 610 E. Stoughton- Apartment on Engineering Quad 2, 3, & 4 Bedrooms. Call 344-0700. $425/person Huge bedrooms and living space

1007 W. Clark, U. Remodeled One Bedroom Apartment with FREE HIGH SPEED INTERNET. Furnished with washer and dryer in unit. $620 per month. Available January 2011. ADVANTAGE PROPERTIES C-U 217-344-0394 www.advproperties.com

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1007 S. FIRST August 2011. Near First & Gregory. 1 bedroom apt from $460/mo. 2 bedroom apts from $605/mo. Window A/C, Carpet, Laundry. Parking included. Shown 7 days/wk. BARR REAL ESTATE, INC. 356-1873 www.barr-re.com For virtual tours & ﬂoor plans visit our web site

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August 2011. Near Green & Lincoln. 2 bedroom apts from $550/mo. Window A/C, Laundry. Parking $50/mo. Call for showing times. BARR REAL ESTATE, INC. 356-1873 www.barr-re.com For virtual tours & ﬂoor plans visit our web site

Aug 2011. Huge 2 bdrms- 1,100 sq. ft. W/D in each unit. From $710/mo to $750/mo. Parking. Shown 7 days/wk. BARR REAL ESTATE, INC. 356-1873 Visit www.barr-re.com for Virtual tours and ﬂoor plans.

808 W. Clark, U. One Bedroom Apartment with 1 free parking spot and FREE HIGH SPEED INTERNET. Furnished with washer and dryer in unit. $600 per month. Available January 2011. ADVANTAGE PROPERTIES C-U 217-344-0394 www.advproperties.com

102 N. GREGORY, URBANA August 2011. Close to Illini Union. 2 bedrooms $555/mo. Carpet, Laundry. Parking $50/mo. Shown 7 days/wk. BARR REAL ESTATE, INC. 356-173 www.barr-re.com For virtual tours & ﬂoor plans visit our web site

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111 E. Chalmers, Champaign Fall 2011 studio and 1 and 4 bedrooms. Leather furniture, skylights, off-street parking, laundry. Starting at $385/person. Ofﬁce at 309 S. First, C. THE UNIVERSITY GROUP universitygroupapartments.com 352-3182

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Corner of Fourth and University Gorgeous 2 Bedroom Apartments. Now Leasing for Fall 2011. Brand new, energy efficient, fully furnished, new appliances. Only $499/person! www.nearnorthcu.com AVAILABLE NOW Efficiency 901 W. Springfield, U. $425 1 Bedroom 911 W. Springfield, U. $595 344-3008 baileyapartments.com HUGE LOFT APT Downtown Champaign. 2,900 sq.ft. with 3 large bedrooms. W/D, large fireplace, pool table, some furniture. $1500/mo. + 1/2 utilities. 217-352-3231 or 217-898-0893. Engineering Quad 610 East Stoughton Champaign 2, 3 Bedrooms starting 344-0700 Different Layouts, Huge Apartments, New Flooring/ Furniture 811 W. Oregon- 4 Bedrooms on Lincoln. Perfect for theatre or music majors. New appliances, W/D in unit starting at $365/person Call 344-0700

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103 E. DANIEL, CHAMPAIGN August 2011. Close to Frat Park. Large 3 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths from $1,100/mo. 2 bedrooms from $785/ mo. Efﬁciencies from $435/mo. Central A/C, Storage units, Laundry. Parking $60/mo. Shown 7 days/wk. BARR REAL ESTATE, INC 356-1873 Visit www.barr-re.com for Virtual tours & ﬂoor plans. 2 & 3 Bedroom on Lincoln in Urbana 807 W. Oregon & 810 W. Iowa Starting at $415/person 344-0700 1- 6 Bedrooms at 202 E. John Two levels of living space Affordable apartments just 2 blocks from the Quad. Call 344-0700 202 East John One Bedroom on campus 344-0700 Variety of Layouts, Prices, Locations Designer Furnishings - Pet Friendly

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111-121 W. Park, Urbana Available Now. 2 Bedroom Apartment Overlooking Crystal Lake Park. Adjacent to Carle Clinic and close to U of I Campus- Engineering & Computer Science. Shown 7 days a week. BARR REAL ESTATE, INC. 356-1873 www.barr-re.com For virtual tours & ﬂoor plans visit our web site.

722 S. BROADWAY, U. August 2011. 1 bedroom apts close to Campus. Window A/C. Rents $420/mo. Shown 7 days/wk.

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907 W. Hill, U. Very Spacious 3 bedroom house with hardwood ﬂoor throughout, washer and dryer, furnished or unfurnished, and PARKING! $900 per month. Available January 2011. Advantage Properties 217-344-0394 www.advproperties.com

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PARKING / STORAGE 570 PARKING AVAILABLE, Champaign Corner of 5th & Healey parking spaces available. BARR REAL ESTATE, INC. 356-1873.

508 S. FIFTH, CHAMPAIGN August 2011. 4 bedroom house w/ 1. 5 baths, W/D, big screen T.V., carpet. Rent $2,100/mo. Shown 7 days/wk. BARR REAL ESTATE, INC 356-1873 www.barr-re.com For virtual tours & ﬂoor plans visit our web site. 10 Bedroom Fifth & University 5 1/2 Baths, 3 Kitchens 3 Living Rooms FREE PARKING Full Basement Rec-Room www.zhengrentals.com 841-5407

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7-13 Bedroom House Newly remodeled with hot tub and parking. Contact Anthony 773-2639294. 4 houses available, starting at $400/ room. Excellent 3 Bedroom Cottage House. 1 Block to Engineering Campus. Excellent condition. A/C, dishwasher, parking, washer/dryer. Available August 2011. $1290. 217-480-5607. Leave message.

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January 13-19, 2011

Morale is low.

January 13-19, 2011

FREE WILL ASTROLOGY ARIES

(March 21-April 19)

What empire are you building, Aries? What master plan are you in the midst of carrying out? As you gaze out upon your realm, are you content with the way it’s evolving? Judging from the current astrological omens, I’d say it’s an excellent time to ponder questions like those. And if your inventory reveals that you’re missing some pieces of the big picture’s puzzle, I suggest you set out on a quest to locate them.

TAURUS

(April 20-May 20)

In a famous psychology experiment, test subjects watched a video of six people passing basketballs to each other. Their assignment was to count how many passes were thrown and caught by the three people wearing white shirts, while ignoring passes between the three wearing black shirts. But there was a trick embedded in the exercise. Midway through the video, a person wearing a gorilla suit ambled into the scene, thumped his chest, and quickly departed. Half of the test subjects did not notice this intrusion. They were too focused on the task of counting the passes made by the players in white. (Watch it here: tinyurl.com/TrickGorilla.) In the coming week, Taurus, I expect that you will experience at least one similar trick. Look for the unexpected.

GEMINI

(May 21-June 20)

Astrologer Hunter Reynolds says that when you are at your best, you Geminis specialize in “enlightened impatience.” You don’t get trapped expressing polite deference in situations that drain your energy. You don’t tolerate boring experiences just because they’re supposed to be good for you. You’d rather “err on the side of learning-throughtoo-much-movement” than get bogged down in “principled sluggishness.” But while that’s how you are when you’re at your peak, you can also be susceptible to the dark side of this talent. Sometimes you abort a potential breakthrough by prematurely fleeing a useful but difficult scene. I suspect you may be prone to that kind of behavior right now. My advice: Be skeptical of your escape reflex.

CANCER

(June 21-July 22)

In her poem “Heathen,” Lesley Wheeler describes a young boy who puts his ear up against his mother’s ear “so that the god in your head can talk / to the god in mine.” The coming weeks would be an excellent time for you to try something similar with people you care for. It’s a ripe moment to raise the stakes in your intimate life . . . to get closer than you’ve dared to get before . . . to retire the familiar stories you and your allies are in the habit of exchanging so that you can tune in to the deeper hum of each other’s wilder truths.

LEO

(July 23-Aug. 22)

There’s a guy on the Internet -- calls himself Tian -- whose mission is to correct Westerners who misunderstand and misuse Chinese characters. Many of the people who write to him for advice are Americans who have come to suspect that the Chinese characters they got tattooed on their flesh don’t really mean what they were led to believe (bit.ly/WrongTat). For example, Tian informed one person that a tattoo whose character supposedly says “to learn as much as possible” actually means “empty, hollow, bare, deserted.” I offer this up as a cautionary tale, Leo. In the coming days, make sure you’re not under a misapprehension about what you’re taking on and taking in. Choose only the very best imprints -- and verify that they are what you think they are.

VIRGO

(Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

I regard 2011 as an excellent time for you to cultivate your unique talents, some of which may still be latent or undiscovered. With that in mind, consider these thoughts. Ernest Hemingway said a person had to have “the guts of a burglar” to develop his or her talent. Neurologist and author Dr. Alice W. Flaherty believes that the drive to use one’s talent is even more important than the amount of raw talent one has. And here’s novelist Erica Jong: “Everyone has talent. What is rare is the courage to follow that ‘talent’ to the dark place where it leads.” P.S. If you do venture into those dark places, you’ll eventually uncover ten suns’ worth of illumination.

JANUARY 13-19, 2011

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“The Big 500” — In honor of my 500th Jonesin’ puzzle.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

Back in 1962, an American company named Corning created a product that was so revolutionary, no one could figure out how to exploit it in practical ways. It was “Gorilla glass,” a glass that’s so strong it’s almost impossible to break or even scratch. Only recently has it found a commercial application, first in cell phones and other mobile devices and next in a new generation of ultra-thin TV screens. I foresee a comparable development in your immediate future, Libra: some ahead-of-its-time breakthrough you made a while ago that can finally be used to improve your life.

SCORPIO

(Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

SAGITTARIUS

(Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

When I arrived at my acupuncturist’s waiting room, there were just two magazines on the table next to my chair: The celebrity rag *People Style Weekly* and the spiritually oriented *Shambala Sun.* The first offered articles on “hot new handbags and shoes under $99” and “easy ways to get gorgeous hair, skin, and nails.” The second provided a “guide to mindful living,” with advice about how to get centered, focused, and relaxed. I thought that was metaphorically similar to the choice you will face in the coming week, Scorpio. It’s up to you: Which way do you want to go?

I can almost categorically guarantee that in 2011 you will have no encounters with fire demons, wart-ridden vampires, two-headed dogs, moaning ghosts, wayward werewolves, or extraterrestrial robots. Nope. You can pretty much go ahead and make plans based on the assumption that you won’t have to account for intrusions like that. But I can also assure you that the lack of crazy encounters with unhinged monsters does not mean your life will suffer from blahs or boredom. On the contrary: I think this could be one of your most interesting years in a decade. To prepare yourself, make sure you don’t unconsciously equate adventure with chaos; imagine what it would be like to experience mystery and intrigue that uplift you.

CAPRICORN

(Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

“Forgiveness means giving up all hope for a better past,” said comedian Lily Tomlin. I recommend that you make this a keynote during the next six months. According to my understanding of the astrological omens, you will have the best opportunity you’ve had in a long time to put some of your unsettling memories to sleep for good. This is your big chance to graduate from old anxieties that can never be resolved. You’re finally ready to declare your independence from messy burdens and maddening riddles that have haunted you.

AQUARIUS

(Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

If you want to be healed, whether from a physical malady or a psychic wound, there’s one prerequisite you have to meet: You have to be willing to learn a lesson that your suffering has invited you to study. I would go so far as to say that no one, no matter how skilled a healer, can help cure you until you have taken that first step. So what teaching is it that you would need to explore in order to transform your distress into wisdom?

PISCES

(Feb. 19-March 20)

Are you ready to get the fun surprise you were promised in your dreams? Are you fully prepared to collect the elegant prize you were guaranteed before you were born? I don’t think you are -- mostly because you’re not thoroughly convinced that you deserve these wonders. From what I can tell, your self-doubts are still more substantial than your self-worth. And as long as that holds true, you will continue to hold your just rewards at bay. So let’s make it your project in the next three weeks to elevate your levels of self-worth. It doesn’t mean you’ll have to completely shed your self-doubts, so don’t worry about trying to pull off that impossible project. All you need to do is adjust your self-worth to self-doubt ratio so it’s at least 51 percent to 49 percent.

Stumped? Find the solutions in the Classifieds pages.

Across 1 “Self-Portrait Dedicated to Leon Trotsky” painter 11 Former Israeli prime minister Olmert 15 Gershwin musical that featured “Fascinating Rhythm” 16 Poi base 17 Quantity just enough to fill a donut box, perhaps 18 Bust a gut 19 1990s TV character with a notable yell 20 Early 1800’s prime minister of France 22 Advanced theological degree: abbr. 23 Make out, to a Brit 25 Reading on a tire: abbr. 26 Numbers posted on pumps 32 Bass hook-up 35 Augustus’s time 36 Jazz pianist Tatum 37 Drive-thru visitor 38 It’s a little over a yard 39 Realtor’s official gp. 40 Yell out 41 Miss in a cantina 42 Compass dir. 43 Article in Der Spiegel? 44 Like some magical practitioners

45 Gridiron measurements: abbr. 46 Search for gold 47 Enticing request 48 Beach policemen, for short 49 It flows through Ethiopia and Sudan 51 Coup d’___ 52 Send a schoolyard note for 53 Reason for sunglasses 54 Pitcher known as “Sal the Barber” 57 Additives to some hot dogs 60 Plays the ukulele 61 Omen 62 Surface shine 63 Takes in

Down 1 Show off your guns 2 Highly successful reviews 3 I-9 form need: abbr. 4 Go-getter 5 Dance company once directed by Mikhail Baryshnikov 6 ___ Gardens 7 What tree rings denote 8 “Wait...” 9 Hit 2005 dance song by Bob Sinclar and Gary Pine 10 Adoring poems 11 “And others,” to Cicero

12 Use a big rig 13 The munchies, e.g. 14 Exclamations said by almost all of the Simpsons 18 Failed to run the fastest, perhaps 21 When hobbies get done 23 Their walls are sometimes built with mortar 24 Be a stoolie 27 Secondary legal actions 28 Vitamin A variety in medicine and cosmetics 29 They have too much government 30 Ozzie or Harriet, to Gunnar and Matthew 31 They may be taken on a treadmill 32 Take on 33 Carey with many Billboard Hot 100 records 34 She had a red letter day 50 89%, e.g. 51 Make happier 53 Bear warning 54 Controversial flavoring 55 Georgia airport code 56 Miracle-___ (plant food brand) 58 Beer variety 59 Rocky hill

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January 13-19, 2011

the217.com by MICHAEL COULTER

behind the times Coulter tries to grasp some new technologies Technology is great; I especially love it when something brand new and cutting edge comes along. Don’t get me wrong: I won’t be the person using it, but as technology speeds ahead, I tend to catch up at least a little bit. I prefer to let others get all the little toys until they really catch on because I gain a cursory understanding of them before I try them and my learning curve seems dubiously shorter. There’s bleeding edge, cutting edge and Coulter edge. I slowly manage to advance. I still have a few cassettes, but mostly I have CDs. I’m just now beginning to understand iTunes in a useful way. If the rest of society moved at my pace we’d all still be starting fires with rocks and sticks. I think it’s good to take a look at new technologies that may happen in the next decade because there’s a good chance I could be using them 20 years from now. I read a magazine article that talked about all the new trends that could develop very soon. I read it with a hopeful attitude and a dread of the future learning I will probably be required to do. All of the possible trends are designed to make my life much easier, which oddly means they will make my life far harder in the short run. Let’s take a look, and I’ll try to explain them in the completely useless manner that everyone sort of expects from me. The first thing on the list was Web video on TV. I’ve used that and I know what it is, so it can’t be that freaking futuristic. They talked mostly about the ways it would change. Apparently, now,people use this sort of thing to basically surf the web on a big television, but in the future the net will probably be the primary delivery system for movies and television shows. This should be good news because it will be cheaper than cable. This means very little because virtually everything is cheaper than cable at this point. The next thing they talked about was Quora. I gotta say, that’s a new one to me. It sounds like an annoying yet treatable disease, or some kind of rice dish. It’s actually a social site that allows you to follow not just people but also topics and questions. It helps you explore your interests because it somehow knows what your interests are. I get the impression that it’s sort of like a more advanced Facebook. This observation should be taken with a grain of salt because I’m still not on

Facebook, have no idea what it really is and have no future plans to be on it. I’m apparently still waiting for that old message-in-a-bottle trend to come back around. The concept of mobile wallets is sort of appealing. These sorts of things allow a person to use their cell phones as credit cards. You can take your purchase to the counter, wave your cell phone in front of a machine, and then you’re done. It’s great because it will make us feel far more important than we actually are. It will also allow a person like me to misplace all of their credit cards at the same time instead of at the piecemeal way I’m currently used to. Still, the traditional wallet will never be replaced until high school boys find another place to store a three-year old condom. The Streaming Cloud seems interesting to me, only because it sounds generally peaceful and easy and also because I know what a cloud is so I assume this alone will enable me to understand it better. It will allow us to do most things wirelessly and combine all of our technologies no matter where we’re at. The Streaming Cloud will basically allow us to watch movies we’ve downloaded anywhere we like, such as on a phone or an iPad. If there is ever an actual paying job that requires me to watch movies sixteen hours a day, it will likely seem like a godsend. They talked about other things like open place databases and context-aware apps. They really should have combined them all and titled it “Things a guy like you will never understand, so just take our word for it.” The only conclusion I can draw is that really smart people have been picked on and mocked for many years and in the future they will exact their revenge on idiots like me. It’s like getting invited to a keg party except I don’t have a red plastic cup to drink from. I can either not drink or I can drown myself with a completely ill advised keg stand. Honestly, I don’t much care for either alternative. I don’t know, all of the new technology seems like it’s really coming along fast, right up to the moment you realize it’s coming even faster. It’s annoying because things become obsolete very quickly, but it’s also exciting that our society is getting a little closer to an old Star Trek episode with each passing year. It’s all going to force us to keep advancing, whether we want to or not. The next thing we need to discover is several people who actually understand the technology they’re using. I have a feeling that sort of thing won’t develop nearly as rapidly as everything else.

“If the rest of society moved at my pace, we’d all still be starting fires with rocks and sticks. I think it’s good to take a look at new technologies that may happen in the next decade because there’s a good chance I could be using them 20 years from now.”

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