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ou picked ’em, we listed ’em.

These 56 pages cont a in the readerapproved CU favorites in everything from food to fun to fashion.

Think of this issue as a piece of advice from your best friend — we’ll send you to the right place for everything from a killer manicure to a tasty veggie dish. We hope you’ll keep this around to refer back to whenever you’re looking for the best that Champaign-Urbana has to offer.

Picking the winners was a simple process: readers cast their votes online, in person or through the mail. We tallied the winners, did some reporting and printed your favorites. We had a lot of fun in the process, too. Come on, any time you get to strut down Green Street in a mini-dress, stuff your face full of Pokey Stix or wear a glow-inthe-dark strap-on dildo, you’re going to have a good time. Look for our staffers in the photos.

I want to thank everyone who voted. I also want to thank whoever stuffed the ballot box with votes for The Courier Cafe and Silvercreek — the office had a good laugh at the identical handwriting and almost identical entries. Did you really

think you could get away with this? All those votes were disqualified for a lack of contact information and for breaking the rules, which clearly state only one entry per person. Nice try. While I agree that the Courier does brew a mean cup of coffee, I don’t agree with cheating.

Of course, the buzz staffers are the people who deserve the most praise. When you’re used to writing, designing and editing 28 pages each week, taking on almost twice as much is no small feat, especially when there are still those pesky classes. Our talented staff worked through the weekend (Friday and Saturday nights!) to make this issue happen — and we managed to stay friends, even after 12-hour days.

I also want to thank cover model Joe Lamberson. With his class, gentlemanly manners and overall good looks, we couldn’t have picked a better man than Mr. Lamberson to represent the best of the best. The man owns his own tuxedo, for goodness sake!

In addition to the winners of each category and our normal columns, we’ve included some extra content as well. Turn to The Stinger for a special tribute to the best of CU’s past, a look at some of the stranger entries and a special, expanded Likes and Gripes. Enjoy! sounds from the scene

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Note: I thought I should probably do my part for the “Best Of” issue, but to be honest, I really sort of dislike the whole concept. So instead, I decided to describe my perfect day and call it “72 Things I Love.” Just so you don’t think I’m all creative and original, I completely stole the idea from filmmaker John Waters, except he did 101 things. wake up in the morning and pet my dog Will (1). He licks his empty sack and I light up the first Kool Mild (2) of the day. I swear, if they ever stop making this particular brand of cigarettes, I will stop smoking (3). I put on this purple bathrobe (4) that my friend Jay (5) got me several years ago. It weighs about a hundred pounds and has Jimmy (6) embroidered on the lapel. It’s fun to walk around in. I pour myself a big gay coffee (7) that I make with espresso, milk and that vanilla syrup. This is going to be a fine day.

I sit on the couch that Shelly (8) and his wife Sharon (9) gave me and begin to play X-Box (10).

Sometimes I play Splinter Cell (11), but that’s usually in the evening, so since it’s still morning, I play some NCAA Football (12). The dog lies beside me and puts his chin on my leg (13).

He doesn’t even want to go out yet. Seriously, it’s crazy how long that little guy can hold a pee (14). I lead my animated football team, Boise State, to their third pretend national championship. I feel like I should be tired of this game, but I’m really not.

I call my friend, Matt (15), but his wife, Sue (16), answers. I love the little lilt in her voice when she says “Hi, Coulter.” In the background, I can hear their boys, Ivan (17), Ben (18) and Eli (19) attempting to destroy their living quarters.

Matt finally gets on the phone and says “Jimmy!”

(20) in the same way they say “Timmy” (21) on South Park (22). We pretend to talk like Larry King (23) for a few minutes. It’s sort of fun, but then Matt has to hang up because there is some sort of crisis brewing. I’m glad he has kids (24) so I don’t have to.

As soon as I hang up, the phone rings (25). It’s my friend, Eddie (26). He says he’s driving back from Chicago and he gotten me some Popeye’s chicken (27). Man, I wish there was still one of those places around here. He says he’ll put the chicken in my mailbox (28) if I’m not home. Man,

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I love forgetting about it and getting the surprise of mail and fried chicken at the same time (29). I have this theory (30) that Eddie is a hit man for the mob (31). I’m fairly sure it’s not true, but he does go out of town quite a lot.

I decide I should go to Schnuck’s (32) and get some food because I really can’t wait for the chicken anymore and I’m out of ginger ale (33). I put on my torn blue V-neck sweater (34), an old pair of khakis (35), my Quaker State windbreaker (36) and my new stocking cap (37) that has a St. Louis Cardinals (38) logo on it and head out.

I can see the dog looking at the window at me (39), so I wave bye and get into my car (40).

I just got it this summer and I still feel like it’s a little nicer than I really deserve. It has a six-CD changer in the trunk (41). The first song that comes on is from the new Lemonheads CD (42) that I got last month. It’s called No Backbone and it’s pretty good, but what makes it great is that J. Mascis (43) does this crazy guitar thing (44) throughout the whole song. It’s almost ridiculous. He used to be in Dinosaur Jr. (45) and they rocked pretty hard back in the day (46).

I procure my soda pop and come back home.

My mom (47) and dad (48) have left a message, so I call them back. Dad’s walking their dog, Cici (49), so I just talk to Mom. She gives me a new macaroni and cheese recipe (50), we shoot the shit (51) for a while, and then I have another call, so I say goodbye and click over.

It’s my friend, Jackson (52). He wants to go to Huber’s (53) early and drink some big beers (54) and watch a football game (55). I tell him I’ll pick him up in an hour. I’m all excited now, so I rush to the shower and wash up with Lever (56), the best damned soap ever made. I’m sort of hungry but I don’t have time to go downstairs and get the chicken, so on my way to get Jackson, I stop and get a Slim Jim (57) and a Bud Light tall boy (58). We share the beef stick and the beer on the way over and go inside and sit at the big table in the back room (59). It makes me feel like we’re in the Rat Pack (60) or something.

We make fun of a few people we know (61) and polish off a few cold ones and head downtown (62). We see Todd (63), Ward (64), Danelle (65), Postal (66) and every other friend (67) I’m forgetting, like Mary (68) and Kit (69) and ... well, you get the idea. Eventually I go the hell home (70).

I finally eat some cold chicken from the mailbox and go to bed (71) hoping tomorrow (72) is as much damned fun as this was.

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BEST PLACE TO AVOID COLLEGE STUDENTS Downtown Champaign Runners-Up: Downtown Urbana The winner of this category confuses me. I spend most of my waking hours at downtown Champaign’s fine drinking establishments. Some of those hours are spent in the company of college students. After some contemplation, I realized that the voters probably meant undergraduate students. See, I am a grad student, and when I hang out at Blind Pig, Jupiter’s or Boltini, I’m with other grad students. But why is this so? Downtown is just a short, drunken stumble from campus — and grad students can afford to buy you drinks.

To f ind some answers, I went straight to the source: www.downtownchampaign.com.

Surprisingly, I found no link for “why undergrads avoid downtown.” Undeterred, I went out to interview the stately old-fashioned clock at the corner of Neil and Main, asking simply, “why don’t more undergrads come downtown?” To my chagrin, the clock didn’t answer. Not even a “tick tock” (it’s been broken for years). As I sat on the sidewalk waiting for answers, I invited the random passersby to sit with me and contemplate this mystery.

Not one of them was an undergrad.

Still, I asked the few who stopped why they thought downtown is the place to go to avoid college students. I got some interesting replies: “The sidewalks are paved with brick, beer and vomit, not just beer and vomit.”

“Enough class not to layer the popped-collarpolos, but not enough class to avoid ‘my professor’ at the beginning of every other sentence.”

“W hen I go home at n ig ht w ith some random boy, chances are better that he won’t be my student.”

“19-year-olds use too much teeth.”

I was starting to notice a pattern here. Graduate students are creepy and old. Undergrads are smart to avoid us. Then again, the proud father of an undergraduate student was recently overheard at Guido’s saying, “Yeah, I saw the game ... they stunk ... no, I am that old ... see, that’s my daughter over there having a shot sucked off her chest.”

SECOND PLACE — DOWNTOWN URBANA Now this makes more sense. Since the Iron Post is the closest bar to my house, it is my favorite bar in the world. I never see any undergrads there. I wanted to ask some college students why they would go there to avoid themselves, but I couldn’t find any.

THIRD PLACE— SILVERCREEK When I asked one student why she thought this made the list, she replied: “Um ... Silvercreek?

That’s the dumbest answer ever.” I couldn’t have said it better. At least they have good food.

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The Quad. You guys voted that because of its plethora of different people, this is the best place to people-watch.

BEST PLACE TO PEOPLE-WATCH The Quad Runners-Up: Green Street Outside the Illini Union, 1401 W. Green St., U. As the temperatures begin to drop and we all begin to head indoors, stop for a minute and think otherwise. During the beginning and end of the school year, we are all more than willing to spend our day outside on the Quad doing whatever it is that we do. Maybe it’s the allure of good weather: sun shining, birds chirping, blue skies, etc. But let’s be honest, eventually

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the real reason you end up staying outside is to people-watch.

That’s r ig ht, I sa id people-watch. It is a common phenomenon on this campus, if not everywhere in the world. More often than not, it is extremely entertaining.

There are three places on campus where it is best to people-watch; coming in third i s out side t he I l l i n i Un ion. Ch r i s Ha m, a senior majoring in computer science, said, “This is a great place to people-watch because most people are so focused on getting to class on time that they’re too busy to notice you looking at them. Sunglasses are key as well.”

Coming in second is people-watching on Green Street. Every day and night, students, teachers and all kinds of people walk down Green Street on the way to work, class and the bars. At night right now, there is a hot dog stand. I can only imagine what that man sees. However, there is one major lim-

itation: no seating. It is hard to find a spot from which to watch unless you are at a restaurant or coffee shop which overlooks the street.

This leads us to our final and best place to people-watch. That’s right, you guessed it, the Quad. You can do it from the Union, Foellinger and everywhere in between. Jenny Florence, graduate student, said, “The Quad by far is the best place to people-watch ... There are the guys who bring their dogs to try to hit on girls, the people who are tightrope walking, couples who constantly make out, the people supporting some kind of protest going on, and tour groups of high school kids visiting campus. Plus, there is always someone doing something completely odd.” There are also so many people on campus that you will always see a new face. So put on your fleece and grab a Thermos of warm coffee; people-watching can only get more interesting as the year goes on. —Katie Devine sounds from the scene

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BEST PLACE TO TAKE A NAP ON CAMPUS The Illini Union 1401 W. Green Street, U. Main Desk: 333-4636 Runners-Up: Quad, assuming it’s nice out Any campus library There’s little question that college life can be tiring.

Classes, homework and a social life all take their toll and are bound to leave students feeling drained and with little time to sleep. But just because there’s not enough time at night to get caught up on rest doesn’t mean you can’t do it throughout the day.

There are plenty of places on campus where you can go between classes to catch a quick nap, and one of the best spots is the Illini Union.

Conveniently located just a few minutes from, well, pretty much anywhere on campus, the Union offers a quiet and comfortable place for students to catch up on the z’s they missed out on the night before. In fact it’s not uncommon to see anywhere from six to a dozen students sacked out in couches, chairs or benches. The most popular nap sites are the South and Pine Lounges, with their warm wooden interiors and soft enveloping furniture located just far enough away from the

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bustling crowds that you’re bound to drift off just minutes after closing your eyes. Jill Grider, sophomore in LAS, sums it up nicely: “They have big comfortable couches and it’s quiet.�

Jack Kresl, senior in LAS, is another student who can usually be found catching a few minutes of sleep in the South Lounge between classes. “It’s closer to everything, like my classes, than my home is,� said Kresl.

In addition to being quiet and comfortable, the Union is also a safe place to grab a few minutes of sleep. Pat McDowell, junior in the College of Businesss who works at the Union, says many students prefer to grab a nap at the Union instead of other places because they know their belongings will still be there when they wake up.

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Any of the libraries on campus are also a nice way to go. Granted, the wooden benches of a library m ay not be a s com for t able a s a couch in the Un ion, but it’s quiet and a much better option than going all the way back to With its comfy couches, warm temperature and dim lighting, it’s no wonder the Illini Union won for the best place to your apartment. —Tom Lange nap in town.

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Chipotle, 528 E. Green St., C. 344-0466 The lad ies a re shoppi n’ i n Cha mpa ig n now that Pitaya is in town. The privatelyowned women’s boutique won our Best New Business of 2006 category over corporatelyowned food chains Cold Stone Creamery and Chipotle. Pitaya’s low prices, trendy clothing and Campustown location all contribute to why this business is so popular.

Michael Mazor, owner of multiple Pitaya stores across the countr y, opened the f irst Pitaya in 1990 in Bloomington, Ind. The store was originally an import company, but over time the concept changed to a trendy, young female clothing store. “Most stores change seasonally, but we change significantly every week. It’s a small store, but we still have a great selection. Our prices are low, and it’s easy to see everything because it’s all arranged by color,� says Mazur.

The Champaign location marks Mazur’s tenth store, and ever since its opening last Homecoming weekend, it has been hoppin’ with shoppin’. With such a prime location, it’s easy for CU locals to pick up everything they need for a night out, especially if they don’t have transportation to the mall.

Danielle Bissell, Champaign’s Pitaya manager, agrees. “If students don’t have transportation to go out and shop, they can come to Pitaya,� she said. And with Pitaya’s low prices, even the brokest college students won’t have to dig too deep in their wallets to afford the latest trends and hippest accessories.

So try it on, see how it feels and charge it to that debit card. You can even shop at www. pitayaonline.com without leaving your dorm room. —Elyse Russo

Appearances, 512 E. John St., C. 344-4949 You probably have a place back home where you got your hair cut just the way you liked it. They knew

exactly how you wanted your hair to fall, what kind of product to use to get that perfect color and exactly how to cut the style you loved. Maybe you even had a certain stylist or barber who always treated you like a long-time friend instead of just another customer.

Custom Cuts, located near the corner of Fourth and Green Street in Champaign, looks to bring that dependability and comfort to campus.

Because honestly, can you trust a stranger with something as important as your hairstyle?

The trendy music and relaxed atmosphere bring an upbeat feeling of youthfulness and fun to Custom Cuts that other salons in the area seem to lack.

While the scene is comforting and welcoming, Custom Cuts prides itself on having stylists who are knowledgeable about the most current hairstyles and cater to the desires of college students. “We want to stay up to date on the most cutting-edge styles,� said Sarah Weitzman,

manager of Custom Cuts. Weitzman recently returned from a trip to a convention in Ohio where she learned about new styles and trends.

The st ylists a lso match the com for table atmosphere by constantly interacting with you. You actually get to know them and they take the time to get to know you.

W h i le the staf f connects w ith you in a friendly way, they also get to know how you like to have your hair cut. In order to help them prov ide you w ith better ser vice the next time you come in, they keep a database that documents which stylist cut your hair in the past, which products they used and what feedback you gave them after the haircut. “We strive to provide the best customer service,� said Weitzman.

Ca n you r st yl i st back home s ay t h at? —Kyle Betts

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BEST PLACE TO LIVE ON CAMPUS Green Street Towers 616 E. Green St., C. JSM Management, 359-6108 Runners-Up: Urbana Illini Tower, 409 E. Chalmers St., C. 344-4248 Location. Location. Location. No three words can be repeated as often dur ing a col lege apartment hunt. That said, no three words better descr ibe why Green Street Towers, a JSM property, was voted the best place to live on campus. With easily the best location on Green Street, between Sixth and Wright Streets, this complex of fers easy access to campus and to Champaign’s nightlife. This apartment complex is a great option for upperclassmen looking for a nice apartment to live in during their last year or two on campus.

T he apa r t ment come s f u r n i shed w it h carpeting, furniture, a washer and dr yer in each unit, a m icrowave, a dishwasher and

a building security system. Oh, and that’s just the beginning. With an extra large courtyard balcony and patio, barbecuing with friends and neighbors is a must.

Reg a rd i n g bu i ld i n g m a i nt en a nce a nd security, Catherine Hennessy, senior in business and current resident, happily acknowledged that “JSM maintenance is really helpful. It’s a very secure place to live.” She added, “It’s expensive but I’d say it’s worth it in the long run, especially because they are in such high demand; it’s easy to f ind people to rent for the summer.”

Sophomore Anthony Scarcello spent the past sum mer on campus. He was lucky to f ind an available unit in the Green Street Towers.

“I had never lived in a campus apartment before. It was both exciting and nerve-racking.”

Scarcello acknowledged how convenient it was to live in the hear t of campus, easi ly within walking distance of many of the best restaurants on campus. “You are paying a lot, but you are also getting a lot.”

As for the second best place to live on campus, Urbana gets the nod with its cobblestone roads and the generally quiet environment. Illini Tower, a private residence property in Champaign, received the third place vote. Located at the intersection of Fifth and Chalmers, IT is a common place of residence for freshmen. —Nathan Kramer

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READERS’ REACTIONS

What do you like about living in Green Street Towers?

“Green Street Towers is so close to everything. Urbana is too far from everything.”

—Ahsan Rizvi

Why do you think many people prefer living in Urbana?

“Urbana is just safer, cleaner and more peaceful. The only thing you could get attacked by is maybe a squirrel in Urbana.”

—Pranava Shah

“Downtown Urbana has cool places like Crane Alley and lots of fun house parties.”

—Griffin Roberts

I had never lived in a campus apartment before. It was both exciting and nerve-racking.

Reporting by Dan Brunner. Photos by Austin Happel.

—Anthony Scarcello

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BEST PLACE TO BUY SEX TOYS Illini Arcade 33 E. Springfield Ave., C. 359-8529 Runners-Up: Spencer Gifts, Market Place Mall, 2000 N. Neil St., C. 359-1133 Online & sex toy parties (tied)

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Colored or glow-in-the-dark? These are just some of the options that you face when you walk into the number one place to buy sex toys in CU: the Illini Arcade. I made a special trip there to speak with employees and customers to f ind out exactly what makes the store so popular. Surrounded by a fence to ensure privacy for its customers, the store is situated just a few blocks of f-campus on Spr ing f ield Avenue Joel Nordness, an employee, explains that the store has been more popular since a remodel a few years ago.

“It doesn’t have that creepy ‘basement shop’ feel,” he says. “Everything is laid out in the open and is more accessible for customers.”

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Runners-Up: Altered Egos, 630 S. Fifth St., C. 328-3469 Mark of Cain, 202 E. Green St., C. 355-3876 It’s hard not to feel at home when you walk through the door of New Life tattoo shop on Green Street. The vibrant red and gold walls instantly welcome customers and give off a sense of ease, making the whole piercing and

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tattooing process a lot less intimidating. The shop is like its own little museum, displaying everything from original sculptures to framed artwork drawn by the artists who work in the store. It’s a little overwhelming at first, but once you actually look at each drawing individually you appreciate the talent and passion that the tattoo artists have for, well, art.

Their custom artwork and original pieces appeal to any person seeking a meaningful tattoo. Melanie Brine, sophomore at Parkland College, brought in an idea to tattoo artist Adam Shrewsbury and worked with him for months getting it just right. The artists take into consideration what the customer wants, but also realize what’s best in the long run.

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Lunchbox applies a tattoo to Jennifer Smith’s stomach in the New Life tattoo parlor. The back room of the shop is decorated with various art works, which include original tattoo sketches and other art created by the shop’s employees.

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BEST PLACE TO BUY A PET 344-7297 Runners-Up: Petsmart, 2017 N. Prospect Ave., C. 351-9122 Pets are fantastic. Like children without the eventual teen defiance and the incessant need for Happy Meals, pets can warm hearts and create a lifetime of memories. I once had hermit crabs, so I know the

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Socially conscious and economically sound — good call, CU. Located in Urbana, the Humane Society has cats and dogs up for adoption for less than $100. All dogs and cats are already spayed and neutered, vaccined and come with a coupon for some pet supplies.

Though the cats and the dogs are the most prevalent, you can still adopt anything from guinea pigs to birds.

Sailfin Pet Shop came in second place. Open for more than 25 years, it’s been ranked as one of the country’s best independently owned stores.

Let’s not forget the real winners, though: those precious little animals. —Brian McGovern

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BEST PUBLIC BATHROOM Illini Union (basement) Runners-Up: Firehaus, 708 S. 6th St., C. Jimmy John’s, 807 S. Lincoln, U., and other locations around campus

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In the hectic multi-tasking world of the modern college student, bathroom breaks are few and far between. Running between classes, club meetings and the bars, you don’t have time to pick and choose and are often forced to fi nd the nearest possible opportunity.

But if you’re on campus and you’ve got the time to decide, it’s important to fi nd a nice, clean and relaxing room to do your business.

And according to the people of CU, there’s no better place than the bathrooms in the Illini Union basement.

“It’s not usually full for one thing, and there’s always soap and paper towels,” said Angela Gonzales, senior in engineering.

“There’s also a sign that says wash your hands for 15 seconds, so that’s nice.”

Apart from having all the luxuries of modern public facilities, the Union bathrooms benefit

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Are you kidding me? It’s horrible; it literally smells like dog shit.

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—Keith Wienke from a central location and University funding.

Thus, there is a diligent staff working round the clock to keep the stalls and urinals of the Union in tip-top shape. Philip Shipley, a building service worker at the Union, says part of the reason their bathrooms are so highly regarded may be due to this attentive work on the part of the staff.

“We clean them once a day, but we go in and periodically check them out,” Shipley said.

“There are three shifts in a day and every shift goes in there at least once.”

Yet not everyone is praiseworthy of the highly frequented Union’s restrooms. Keith Wienke, senior in Media Studies, has had a different experience with the said lavatories.

“Are you kidding me? It’s horrible; it literally smells like dog shit,” Wienke said.

In any case, the next time you’re debating where to relieve yourself, consider the amenities and advantage of the Union basement bathroom — it’s better than any tree, trashcan or brick wall you’re used to. —Imran Siddiquee

Eternal Flame, located between Lincoln Hall and the English Building Krannert Outdoor Amphitheater, Krannert Center for the Performing Arts, 500 S. Goodwin Avenue, U. This is a category specifically created for all you hopeful romantics in CU. It is also one of the most elusive categories, considering this is a college campus and most people probably won’t remember their first kiss the morning after. For the record, it doesn’t count unless you remember it.

Use this article as a piece of advice and take your guy or girl somewhere romantic and intimate, preferably alone. There are a plethora of places on campus to do this. According to our voters, the top three choices for best place to smooch in CU are, in order: the middle of the Quad, the Eternal Flame and the Krannert Outdoor Amphitheater.

Jen Yeh, a junior majoring in actuarial science and business administration, said, “The best first kiss would have to be sitting on the Alma Mater because you can feel the Illini spirit while sitting on the chair ... how romantic!”

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T he K r a n ner t O ut door A mph it he ater is also perfect for your f irst kiss. At night, it is illuminated with all the colors of the spectrum, creating an idyllic mood.

The Eter na l Flame is on the Quad and situated right between Lincoln Hall and the English Building. The story goes that if you kiss your boyfriend or girlfriend at the f lame while it is lit, then this person is your soulmate. However, I have yet to see the torch ever lit.

In regards to 2006’s Best of CU first place winner, Anne Rohan, a senior majoring in psychology, said “I like the way it looks at night and the paths on the Quad crossing each other. Also, at night it is usually quiet. To me, it’s the heart of the campus.” With all the hustle and bustle going on everywhere else, the quad seems to be where all our voters snog.

—Katie Devine

I like the way it looks at night and the paths on the quad crossing each other. Also, at night it is usually quiet. To me, it’s the heart of the campus.

—Anne Rohan

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arcade in the back. You can catch up on the latest editions of Lay’s Anatomy and The XXXcorcist, or maybe pick up some penis- or breastshaped pasta. The store carries practically everything naughty, even costumes for Halloween or another special occasion — wink, wink. Plenty of items are on sale or clearance and signs for video specials are posted (Sundays are half-off marked DVDs).

I asked Marianne Tauk, a patron, why she chose to shop at Illini Arcade, over second place winner Spencer Gifts (in Market Place Mall) or purchasing online, and she said it was because of the atmosphere. “They have the toys laid out so you can see how they work, so I know that I’m buying what I want,” she said. Her friend, Kelsey Smelander, agreed and said, “The employees here are really knowledgeable and helpful. They’re so nice and make you feel comfortable.”

Runners up in the category were Spencer Gifts, in the mall, which has a smaller selection of goods but is still relatively easy for students to access.

And for third place there was a tie between buying online and sex toy parties, both of which have disadvantages. Buying online may be anonymous, but you don’t actually see what you’re buying. And sex toy parties are fun but not for hardcore sex toy shopping. For an inviting atmosphere, friendly employees and the best selection of sex toys and pornography, the Illini Arcade is truly where sex sells. —Jenny McCarthy

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BEST PLACE TO GET A TATTOO CONTINUED FROM PG. 12 Yet custom art and tattooing are not the only things New Life cares about. Their number one concern when it comes to tattooing and the customers is honesty. “We’re not going to bullshit you,� said tattoo artist Adam Shrewsbury. “We’ll be honest with you even if it insults you.�

A lt hou g h g et t i n g a t at too m ay be a n impulsive decision, Shrewsbur y explained that they take it a lot more ser iously than that. They’re not in the business solely for the money. A s m a na ger Mat t Bavoug ia n explained, they take pride in their custom artwork. Customers can bring in ideas and the artists can try and design what the customers want while adding in their own touch.

For five and a half years, New Life has been attracting everyone from college students to older men and women. “It’s a place where you’re just comfortable coming in,� said senior Christine Italia, who was tattooed there earlier in the semester. “The atmosphere is clean and fun, and the friendly ambiance and the artists themselves make you want to come back for more.�

So why is New Life the best place to get a tattoo in Champaign? “It’s the best art,� said Brine as she pulled up her pant leg displaying a calf-length tattoo that Adam spent four hours completing earlier that day.

You can check out New Life artists’ custom artwork at www.newlifetattoos.com, call to set up an appointment or just walk in. They’re really not that intimidating. —Katie Heika

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Smelling like a fresh spring day, warm and comfortable with the machines whirring in the background, Starcrest Cleaners makes doing your laundry calming and fun. There are TVs set up around the washers and dryers, large arcade games by the dry cleaning desk and a wireless Internet connection. Regular dr yers are only a quarter; regular washing machines $1.25; and front-loader washing machines are $3. Those last ones are much larger, use less water and spin ver y fast so

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clothes are only slightly damp when done.

For those who hate to lug heavy bottles of detergent, vending machines provide different brands for 75 cents.

For the very lazy student, Starcrest offers to do your laundry for you at $1.15 per pound. You don’t even have to go inside; the cleaners have a drop-off window for laundry and dry cleaning.

Nam Clark, a second-year grad student, likes the location because it’s only a few blocks away from his apartment. A regular at Starcrest, he enjoys the “friendly environment,” and likes that you don’t have to worry about people messing with your clothes.

“There’s not h i ng more a n noy i ng t ha n washing your clothes and they’re gone,” said Clark. Quintin Yallaly, the general manager, is excited to get this prestigious community award. Yallaly said, “It feels great to be the best and thank you.” He says Starcrest’s success is because the employees try to keep the store clean and run it well.

Tied for second place were ISR and the SixPack’s laundry rooms. Senior Alan Fleming, who is a Starcrest fan, says that, in the Six-Pack, the “machines were always messed up” and he often lost his money to them. So, sorry ISR and Six-Pack, you got bitch-slapped by the Snuggle Bear in this competition. —Emily Cotterman

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BEST PLACE TO GET YOUR NAILS DONE

The people in greatest need of nail care are those ner vous f inger-f iends who chew to the cuticles. W hy does this senseless selfmutilation perpetuate itself ? Why can’t the hand-and foot-damaged of the world simply relax, entrust our paws to the capable and once again grip with pride?

Most spots for nail treatments simply miss the beat. Nail care is a holistic endeavor. It’s not a simple f ix-it, it’s a sensual experience that is both intimate and refreshing. It is best when cherished and not rushed.

Thank goodness for H2O Hair Salon. The airy, vintage-inspired space is charming and calming. The exposed brick walls that flank

H2O Hair Salon 109 North Broadway Ave., U. 337-1480 Runners-Up: Dazzling Nails, 45 E. Green St., C. 328-2650 U&I Nails, 2004 S. Neil St., C. 352-1846

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either side of the salon are complimented by a teal eggshell-like facial room that is lined with candid portrait photos. These structural queues draw patrons inward towards the rear, where all the nail work is done. Plush couches, a glass coffee table and stacks of Harper’s Bazaar and Gourmet Magazine, greet you at the back of the salon, saying in a soft echo, “Hello and welcome. I can see you are discerning. Do you enjoy the Latinjazz infused house music we’ve provided?”

“Why yes indeed,” you’d f loatingly reply, “I do enjoy this a great deal!”

Amy Sullivan, H2O’s nail specialist, gives what one cooing patron described as “amazing pedicures.” Edith Peacock, stylist and colorist

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at H20, explains that Sullivan is thorough and eager to pamper every client. Sullivan’s renowned talents are being passed to the rest of H2O’s beautifying staff, so that even the frequent walk-ins may be accommodated.

With a small battalion of manicure and pedicure personnel coming onboard, H2O is adding martinis to their funky deco-vintage atmosphere space (and coy music selections). Starting in December, H2O will host bimonthly parties where friends can relax with a cocktail, buff a nail and enjoy the vibe. Act fast to book your spot.

Thanks to H2O, this former nail-gnawing loon has already booked a party and is feeling wonderfully refreshed. —John Mantia

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BEST PLACE TO GET YOUR BICYCLE FIXED Durst Cycle 1201 S. Mattis, C. 352-3300; 1112 W. University Ave, U. 367-3600

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Democracy hanging on by thread of pastrami

707 S. 6th St., C. 337-4900 Runners-Up: IUB Bookstore, 809 S. Wright St., C. 333-2050 Follett’s, 627 S. Wright St., C. 356-1368

Runners-Up: Champaign Cycle, 506 S. Country Fair Dr., C. 352-7600 Bikeworks, 1103 W. Main St., U. 328-2001 A posh aristocrat such as myself has no need for bicycle repair. If my bicycle, which has been crafted by monks in the mountains of Tibet with metals mined by hand, were to malfunction (as if it were possible), the aforementioned monks would descend from the skies and fix it before I even knew the issue existed. Unfortunately, my pauperized servants don’t seem to share my situation. Just yesterday, one of my servant’s bicycles broke during a feudal tax run. If anything grinds my gears (ha, err...) more, it’s an unruly servant staff claiming they cannot work since their bicycles are broken, and I am sure having a broken bicycle is as much of an inconvenience to me as it is to you. Upon interrogation, my tax collector exclaimed that the premiere place for repairing one’s cycle is Durst Cycle. With two locations, one in Urbana and one in Champaign, one would be perplexed to find an issue getting to either of the locations, although the lack of a working bicycle might be one.

In 2005, a syndicate of manufacturers voted on the top cycle retailers in the United States and Durst Cycle made the Top 100 (although they seem to be mysteriously missing in the 2006 list). “[We] only sell what we can service” is an idea that Durst Cycle holds true.

For the convenient location and quality of service Durst Cycle provides, I command all of my servant staff to utilize their quality and convenient service. Not to mention it has been family owned since 1935, much like my plots of land in Tuscany. —Robert Lach

Illini Union Bookstore claims to be the official bookstore on campus, but not according to the students. Even with history and tradition on their side, IUB wasn’t able to be voted best bookstore; that distinction goes to T.I.S. Even though it has only been on campus for a little more than 15 years, T.I.S. has developed a cult following on campus.

It was overwhelmingly voted the favorite for best place to buy and sell textbooks. IUB and Follets tied as the runners-up.

What separates T.I.S. from the rest of the bookstores is the rewards card it offers and the loyal following it has built.

“I first went to T.I.S. because of the T-shirt deal,” said Emily Ward, a junior in the College of Communications. “The rewards zone card is amazing; you get a point for every dollar you spend.”

Those points come in handy, especially when you consider how expensive textbooks can be. Once you obtain a certain amount of points, you can use them to get certain prizes such as food, tanning sessions, gift certificates or even a MP3 player.

Pradeep Singanallur, a former T.I.S. employee, said he still prefers shopping at T.I.S. He attributes the bookstore’s success to the fact that it’s generally cheaper than the other bookstores and more convenient for the students.

Nelly Montenegro, a junior in LAS, says that when she arrived on campus, everyone told her T.I.S. was the cheapest, and she has shopped there ever since.

Seemingly, by word of mouth, T.I.S. gets more popular by the day.

Students complain that IUB’s selection is too small and that Follett’s prices are too high. The other bookstores have a lot of catching up to do if they want to surpass T.I.S. as U of I’s dominant bookstore.

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Sniffer clogs arteries FIRST SNIFF I had hoped to write this column somewhere in the wee hours of Wednesday, Nov. 8, in an effort to give you my take on the (no doubt stolen) m id-ter m elections, but alas, it’s the Best of CU Ish and the deadline turned out to be earlier than I had hoped it would be.

So, perhaps by now, us liberals are rejoicing, the conservatives are hanging their heads and the Bush Administration is hatching some scheme to abuse more powers than they already have.

Let’s hope, of course, that in some strange twist of reality I am not wrong. But something tells me that I am going to be wrong. Fucking Diebold.

NYC What an amazing city. If you’ve never been to Manhattan, do yourself a favor and take a road trip to the East. Spend time on the subway.

Marvel at the size of everything. And pay tribute to those who died in the 9/11 attacks. Remember to curse the day that Bush took office as you leave through the Holland Tunnel as well. You can blame it on him now. Officially.

CMJ CMJ stands for College Music Journal. Each fall, they showcase the fact that they are the leader in reporting on the “underground” by hosting their Music Marathon in the Big Apple.

It’s kind of a load of shit. SXSW in Austin every March feels like a festival because the city’s downtown — which is sizable but no NYC — turns into a total madhouse for four days and four nights. But in NYC, you can’t differentiate between those there for CMJ and the normal crowd except for the fact that the festivalgoers wear their badges around their neck like they won a prize or something.

Basically, it’s an opportunity for college radio DJs to come to NYC on their University’s dime, drink until 4 a.m. and pretend like they were the first to hear Shout Out Out Out Out or whatever “It” band is next.

If I go again next year, I will probably spend most of time in Carnegie Deli. $15.95 — “The Woody Allen” — a half-pound of corned beef and a half-pound of pastrami on a piece of arbitrary and obligatory rye bread. They had to clean my arteries out with a Hoover vacuum, but it was worth it.

NCAA I can’t wait for college basketball season to start.

This year will be a good one because of the newly instituted “Age Cap” in the NBA that prevents players from entering the draft right after prom.

Even if you aren’t into basketball, do yourself a favor and watch a few Ohio State games this year. Greg Odom is going to own people.

Oh — and Purdue is going back to the Big Dance. Mark my words.

LETTER TO THE EDITOR Let it be known that I encourage you to write to Erin Scottberg about me. After all, what good is my opinion without some proof that you actually read it? I enjoy hearing from you personally each week, but sometimes, writing into Erin makes me look like I actually get pages turning, which means good times for my advertising homies at the Illini Media Company. So, write away.

Steve’s letter last week came as no real surprise to me. I figured he was going to say something after I went after the recent (in)action on his Web site, www.openingbands.com.

I had to laugh about it. No choice.

SHOW OF THE WEEK This week, do not miss Triple Whip’s CD Release show for their new LP Horsepower. The night is jam-packed with local artists that are some of the best and brightest from the new crew in town. Water Between Continents headlines for Triple Whip, who will take the stage at 11:11 p.m. Opening will be Lucky Mullholland and in the second slot is without a doubt my vote for ...

BEST NEW BAND IN CU New Ruins. In the spirit of the issue, I had to throw something in to stay consistent. New Ruins has ascended from a duo with heart to a four-piece band lighting a f ire under these towns’ asses. Caleb and Elzie sing their songs like they are walking on death row, and that is worth the price of admission and then some.

FINAL WHIFF I made a risky call up in the First Whiff that really saddens me. I believe that we have come to the end of democracy as we know it and I also believe that there is absolutely nothing that we can do to stop it. My hope is that I am dead wrong. My hope is that when I sit down to write this column next week, the first words out of the box are ... “Well, shit. All hope isn’t lost after all.”

We’ll see.

Seth Fein is from Urbana. He, as of his deadline, has not yet seen Borat: the Movie. He is positive he will be disappointed. He can be reached at sethfein1@gmail.com. His editor, Erin, can be reached at buzz@readbuzz.com. Put “Letter to the Editor” in the subject.

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BEST PLACE TO SING KARAOKE

Murphy’s Pub

White Horse Inn

604 E. Green St., C. 352-7275

112 E. Green St., C. 352-5945

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Blind Pig, 120 N. Walnut St., C. 398-1532

Geovanti’s, 401 E. Green St., C. 344-4600

Brother’s, 613 E. Green St C. 328-5531

Canopy Club, 708 S. Goodwin Ave., U. 367-3140

Before I can even finish asking bartender Zach Barnes how many selections of beer Murphy’s Pub boasts, he launches into a reply: “There are 25 beers on tap, and our bottled beer usually ranges from 15 to 20 varieties,” he says, silhouetted in front of a display of chilled beer that seems to glow like neon light in the dimly lit bar. It’s a sight that could bring Norm MacDonald to his knees.

Since it opened in 1969, Murphy’s Pub has been raising the bar for, well, bars in the Champaign-Urbana a r e a . D e s p it e it s impressive assortment of beer, A ssist a nt G ener a l M a n a g er Dave Stillwell insists that Murphy’s offers customers much more than a few (or 12) mugs of Miller Lite to keep them happy.

“Our beer selection, combined with the laid-back at mosphere, set s us apart from a lot of the other places down here,” he says.

“We also have a good food selection.”

Trust me, he’s not ly ing. M u r p h y ’s menu is r i fe w ith mouth-water i ng item s that a re a s d iver se a s the beer select ion.

They have ever ything from cheeseburgers, hot dog s a nd br at w u r st s to It a l i a n beef sandwiches, beer-battered chicken tenders a n d fi s h - n - c h i p s — a l l p e r f e c t ( a n d affordable) compliments to a face-numbing buzz. Also, unlike many of the other more f r e n z ie d b a r s i n C h a m p a i g n , Mu r phy’s preser ves an at mosphere that won’t ma ke you lose your appetite. Like Stillwell said, it’s a very relaxed place where you can be casual and, heaven forbid, maybe even car r y on a conversation with friends.

“I like to play pool, and it’s much easier to do that here than a lot of other bars,” says customer Alex Carnahan, 21.

So whether you’re interested in sampling from the extensive beer selection, satisfying you r appet ite w it h a del ic iou s sa ndw ich or s i mpl y pl ay i n g a few g a me s of pool , Murphy’s is sure to have something that will wet your whistle. —Andy Glaysher

W hen I hea rd the sound s of “Bohem ia n R hapsody” boom ing inside W h ite Horse before I even opened the door, I knew I was in for a very good time. Last Wednesday I made my way over to White Ho’, bracing myself for the thrills and embarrassment that accompany Karaoke Night. Although I wouldn’t label myself as the shy type (actually, I’m anything but), I’ve yet to really indulge in the CU karaoke scene. Something a bout me m i xe d w ith a lcohol a nd thrown in front of a microphone seems like it would yield disastrous results.

However, my mind was changed af ter I caut iously e m b a r ke d on a n evening of karaoke with The Outlaw. the evening’s MC. The fi r st g reat thing about Karaoke Night is the atmosphere. It’s a chill environment that invites friends to just sit at tables, talk, d r in k and, when - Keri Carpenter t h e y ’v e r e a c h e d that certain point in the night, make complete asses of themselves when they decide to sing.

W h ite Hor se is genera l ly coz y a nd completely unpretentious, a “local wateringhole” in every sense of the word. The drinks are cheap, including the Wednesday spiced rum and Pepsi special, the staff is friendly and the company is great. The layout is a great set-up for the night. If you’d rather just hang out and chat, there are plenty of tables separated from the “karaoke pit” to do so. And if you make the daring choice to descend into the karaoke stage area? Well, that’s where the real fun begins.

What I first noticed, after making the leap from the bar area to the karaoke stage, were two girls in costume, dressed as none other than The Outlaw, the undisputed badass of Karaoke Night. Jerry, a 50-ish-year-old man, who is honestly adorable, with some seriously cool facial hair, is the number one attraction of White Horse’s Karaoke Night. Everyone from the doorman, to the wait staff, to all the loyal karaoke fans will tell you, plain and simple, Jerry is the shit. As I watched friends

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From country to rock to anything you can think of, karaoke fans at White Horse can pick any song they like, for the delight and shame of all their friends to watch. Wednesday night karaoke at White Horse is not only fun and carefree, but is also definitely the best karaoke venue in CU. —Ashley Kolpak

BEST BARTENDERS Station 211 211 E. Green St., C. 367-9915 Runners-Up: Clybourne, 706 S. Sixth St., C. 383-1008

BEST PLACE TO HAVE A FIRST DATE Za’s 629 E. Green St., C. 352-2697 Runners-Up: Biaggis, 2235 S. Neil St., C. Moonstruck Chocolate Cafe, 709 S. Wright St., C. Apparently, everyone wants to share a plate of spaghetti with that special someone like the Cocker Spaniel and the mutt in Lady and the Tramp, because Za’s won Best Place to Have a First Date. I know you’ve all been single this whole time because you had no idea where to take your new love interest on a date. If you’ve been tr ying to figure out that perfect place, you’re reading the right article.

With convenient order forms for customers to fill out, both inside and outside of the restaurant, Za’s is located at the perfect hot spot in Champaign: near Wright and Green Streets.

This Italian restaurant has a variety of foods; from four-cheese pizzas and exquisite fettuccini to chocolate cheesecake, Za’s has something for every taste bud.

The first runner-up was Biaggi’s. Biaggi’s digs a little deeper into the average student’s pocket.

However, after eating the food, their customers have no complaints.

“Biaggi’s is kind of expensive. If you take someone there on a first date, you should make sure that there is going to be a second date,” said Wayne Frederickson, a senior, who still finds time to date while majoring in psychology and minoring in chemistry.

The second runner up was Moonstruck Chocolate Café.

“Moonstruck is warm and cozy. It has a really comfortable atmosphere. There’s music playing and the workers are really nice,” said Whitney Harris, a junior in communications.

Harris, also a copy editor for buzz, added with a laugh, “They even have samples of the food.”

Now that you know where to go to, there are no excuses. Go out this weekend. Take your crush to one of these Italian restaurants or comfy cafes and watch the sparks fly. Make me proud — I’d like to think I’m responsible for some of the good things that will happen afterwards. —Keri Carpenter

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Murphy’s, 604 E. Green St., C. 352-7275, tied with Brother’s, 613 E. Green St., C. 328-5531 Good job, CU voters. It’s true; Station 211 does have the best bartenders.

If for some crazy reason, you don’t believe me, let me tell you a little about my recent Station experience — that is the first half, the part I can remember ...

Wel l, I a r r ived at St at ion w it h one of my sidekicks about 9:45 p.m., meaning no one else was there but us and the staff. We introduced ourselves and excitement ensued.

Three bar tenders led us over to the “special” room (i.e. the little area off to the side) and ver y kindly pulled up some chairs and a table.

The staff was at first surprised that they won for best bartenders, but eventually came to the consensus that it was more of a great honor than anything really surprising.

Actually, manager Mike Gale said he wasn’t surprised at all. “There is a careful hiring process and we tr y to hire people from all the different houses,” Gale said. “Ever yone has real good friends who come out, making a friendly atmosphere. And, when people get along, they’re not crabby.”

Besides hav ing many f r iends as reg u lar customers, the staff has a unique chemistr y that bartender Christina Komperda likes to describe as “Station Love,” which drew me to the bar for at least another two hours. Even after the interview, I was impressed with the sincerity of the bartenders’ one-on-one interactions with me as a customer. Each and every one of them was incredibly personable and fun to talk to.

I asked a group of people who had just entered the bar what they knew about the bartenders. They all had some idea of the difficult hiring process and believed that it would only make sense if the people hired were the best of the best.

Out of curiosity, I asked the bartenders about how many t i mes a n ight they get h it on.

Komperd a sa id t h at on bu s y n ig ht s she’s bound to get about 25 of those “Hey, when do you g et off ton ig ht? ” com ment s, but it’s a l l par t of the job ... and it resu lts in great tips.

“Hey, why not flaunt it if we’ve got it?” bartender Dan Moeller said jokingly. “A little bit of chest hair, low cut shirts — we’ve got it going on.”

Now, attraction — that’s all personal preference, but what I can say is that all night I was in good company. I will definitely be visiting again and again. —Caitlin Cremer

BEST JUKEBOX Murphy’s Pub 604 E. Green St., C. 352-7275

BEST PLACE TO SEE A CONCERT Canopy Club

Runners-Up: Legends, 522 E. Green St., C. 355-7674

708 S. Goodwin Ave., U. 367-3140

Mike n’ Molly’s, 105 N. Market St., C. 355-1236

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Murphy’s Pub is one of the bars on campus which features a digital jukebox. Within this jukebox is a large selection of music, along with a feature for downloading additional songs for an extra credit.

“As far as I can tell, the selection is unlimited because [the jukebox] has the capability to download all kinds of songs, but if the song is already on the jukebox, it’s cheaper,” said Will Duryea, who comes to Murphy’s a minimum of once a week and a maximum of three times a week.

“What’s usually playing is a lot of classical rock.

I like the music, but I don’t generally pay attention to a lot of music. I am not a big music guy,” said Duryea. Unlike many of the other bars, Murphy’s Pub blocks a lot of the poppier music out of the jukebox. “I would compare the other bars as more hip-hop, dance music as opposed to this bar, which is more sit, chill and rock and roll,” Duryea said.

M a r k S t e ff e n i s a Murphy’s regular who comes in four to five times a week.

He ver y r a r el y uses the jukebox because it is too ex pensive.

The jukebox i s “e xce l le nt because you c a n fi nd a l most anything you want,” Steffen said.

“I don’t l ike paying a full dollar for my songs because it h a s t o d ow n load them.” Howe v e r , S t e ff e n t h i n k s Mu r phy’s music is the best in Campustown.

Unlike other bars, Murphy’s also makes it possible to hear the person across t he t a ble f r om you. “The volume is excellent; I don’t have to yell, nor do I feel like I’m the loudest person in the room,” said Steffen. All in all, Murphy’s is a good bar if you are looking to listen to some classic tunes, hang out and talk.

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permanent collection and variety of exhibitions really is an asset for the 155,000 or so annual visitors.

The exhibitions branch away from traditional painting and visual arts — like the current exhibits on French war posters, children’s artwork or four visiting Stradivari instruments.

Of course, the gallery is not overlooked as a classroom and teaching aid for University courses. Harleman said that the new urban Senegalese Sufi art exhibit has about eight different disciplines and faculty assigning it to their students or teaching in the gallery.

The director summed it up like so, “We really want things that cross the boundaries of what you normally expect from just a traditional art museum.”

Champaign’s glass workshop, Glass FX, and Urbana’s locally-based Cinema Gallery were ranked as runners up in this year’s Best Of CU. Though it may be hard to compete with an institutionalized museum like KAM, CU’s galleries span the wide spectrum from local to global, from ancient to contemporary. —Tim Peters

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Runners-Up: Glass FX, 202 S. 1st St., C. Cinema Gallery, 120 W. Main St., U. It’s a strange brew at the Krannert Art Museum, KAM, CU’s favorite gallery. You can wear 3-D glasses and swim into a polygon ocean with computer-rendered sharks in the CANVAS gallery, then walk into the next room and see ancient Hellenic vessels and Egyptian votives. The second largest art museum in Illinois, Krannert is living color world culture.

African tribal masks, Chinese bodhisattvas, medieval stained glass, Impressionist seascapes — it just goes on and on.

Kathleen Harleman, director of the museum, said that Krannert is driven to be more than just an isolated university museum; “I think this place begins with being an academic art museum, but it really started with strong support from the community.” Moreover, “Our collections grow by gifts from people that are local and people committed to the idea that you need to have a resource that’s here for the students and the pedagogy but also for the people who live in this community and may not be a part of the University.”

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A canopy is the highest layer of vegetation in the rainforest that protects all of the endangered species below it. The reason the Canopy Club chose to name itself after such a protector is so it can host events for a variety of benefits. Past gatherings include: Concert For a Free Tibet, Rainforest Action Group Informational Concert and Habitat for Humanity benefit with artists Liquid Soul, Bela Fleck and The Flecktones and The Urge performing, respectively.

Booking shows (if you are a musician) and attending shows are simple, thanks to the relaxed attitude the entire Club evokes. Bands can book shows right on the Canopy Club’s Web site, www. jaytv.com/can2, or through Seth Fein, Canopy Club employee. Aside from seeing local acts, concert-goers can also enjoy nationally renowned artists like Everclear and Wu-Tang Clan, for a price that’s usually between $5 and $20.

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station category. With a current playlist filled with artists as unique and acclaimed as The Black Keys, The Blood Brothers and Sonic Youth, the station is accessible to any college student. These students can, and do, call the request hotline (337-1071) at any time to have one of their personal song choices played — most employ this service to woo other listeners with their “amazing taste.”

Ana Bolotin, the program director, or any of the DJ personalities can be contacted via post at 512 E. Green St. Champaign, IL 61820. Or you can just walk up to the large windows of the Illini Media building, look in at the live DJing booth and make silly faces. The Illini Media Company, a non-profit company, also owns The Daily Illini and buzz.

“It’s one of the most varied stations I’ve ever heard,” sophomore Amanda Pinkerton commented. “I always listen to it in my car.”

W PGU has existed in ChampaignUrbana for over 50 years. It has always been a rock station to some point, but its current philosophy is “No Rules Radio,” a motto that spaw ns enthusiast ic DJs, play ing any music with positive aesthetics, and encouraging listener feedback. The station has a powerful watt signal, which enables it to cover 50 miles and be heard in counties as far as Vermillion.

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The diversity in music programming is what sets 107.1 apart from the other radio stations in CU. —Dylan Calewarts

BEST SPORTS BAR Legends 522 E. Green St., C. 355-7674 Runners-Up: Kam’s, 618 Daniel St., C. 337-3300 Murphy’s, 604 E. Green St., C. 352-7275 So, Legend s was voted best spor t s bar in Ch a mpa ig n. I’m not goi ng to l ie, I wa s a bit surprised to find that Legends won this category, because ever since I stepped on this campus all I’ve heard was “Kam’s this” and “Kam’s that” when it came to sports. Well, Legends offers a completely different atmosphere and layout than any of the other bars on campus.

Unlike some of the other bars, Legends offers a variety of seating: from booths to tables to barstools, most of which provide fairly easy viewing of the many flat-screen televisions throughout the bar.

“When you want to watch a sports game, you want to be com for table,” sa id Rober t Holmes, a senior in chemical engineering.

“The set-up is not the best, but Legends has the best atmosphere.”

Zachary Benson, another senior in chemical engineering, also commented on the layout.

He likes how the televisions are spread out around the bar and that the atmosphere is “relaxing and laid back.”

Another great feature that Legends offer s i s su r rou nd- sou nd aud io when sports games are on. Holmes explained that even if you can’t see the televisions, “you can still hear the play-by-play throughout the whole bar, which is nice.”

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Nov. 9, 9pm Canopy Club, $8 in advance/$10

Concerts “Gravitacion” [Queene and Huntresse, Millikin University’s own Faculty ensemble for Early Music, performs lively French and English songs about the game of courtship.] McKinley Church and Foundation, 8pm DJ Limbs [Hip-hop, breaks and party music.] Boltini Lounge, 10:30pm, no cover Dancing Free Swing Dance McKinley Church and Foundation 9:30pm Karaoke Eric Boley’s Boneyard Karaoke Memphis on Main, 7:30pm

Annuals will be rocking the Canopy Club tonight.

The following is an accurate description of my roommate Scott: “Holy Jesus, Brian! Have you heard the Annuals album yet? AaaAaaAaaH! It’s so good that I think about it in ways that I shouldn’t! It’s so good I can tell it my secrets!”

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Annuals is a conglomeration of North Carolinian kids (none over the age of 22) that make amazingly polished and intricate sounds. Some say that Annuals are Animal Collective if they really liked garage rock and didn’t wear tiger masks.

Others say they are Broken Social Scene if they yelled a lot and had some teen angst left in them. Most accurately, the Annuals sound like Brian Wilson if he grew up skateboarding, punk rocking and playing a lot of Mario Kart, all while drinking his dad’s secret stash of beer. A little bit of everything, Annuals is both interesting and impressive.

Their spectrum covers folk to electronica and everything in between. The complexity and range that is shown from songwriter Adam Baker is pretty shocking. The rollicking and ridiculously rocking album showcases just what young blood can create. Alongside Beirut and Tapes ’n Tapes, Annuals are proving that indie-rock isn’t an old man’s game.

Geezers like Stephen Malkmus, Built to Spill and the Mountain Goats are getting a run for their money.

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Independent music is becoming a young man’s game and you can see some of the youngest on Thursday. Local favorites Oceans and Coco Coca will open as well.

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Lectures/Discussions Iran Between Revolution and Reaction: A Panel on the Geopolitics of The Middle East [Panelists include Behrooz Ghamari-Tabrizi, Department of History, UIUC; Danny Postel, Journalist; Medhi Semati, Communications Department, Eastern Illinois University and Stephen Hartnett, Department of Speech Communication, UIUC.] Illinois Program for Research in the Humanities, 4pm, free The Nuts and Bolts of Running for Local Office [The Champaign County Libertarian Party will host Mark Sheldon, Champaign County Clerk. He will speak on what it takes to get on the ballot and stay legal. Focus will be for local elections.]

Urbana Free Library, 7pm Miscellaneous Counseling Center Outreach Hours [A member of the staff will be available for walk-ins.] African-American Cultural Center, 3pm Community Book Sale [Books to Prisoners has shipped 7,000 books to more than 1,000 inmates. Books are donated to the program.

Excess books are sold to raise money for postage and to purchase dictionaries.]

Independent Media Center 12pm Meetings International Students Support Group [A forum for international students to offer and receive support in the process of navigating their experiences at the University and U.S. culture.]

Student Services Arcade Building, 4:45pm Queer Women of Color [Provides a safe space and friendly environment for all LGBTQA women of color to share, listen and express themselves.]

Illini Union, 9pm

Mind/Body/Spirit Relaxation Room at OASIS [Visit the relaxation room to enjoy a 20-minute guided imagery experience while taking a break from the hectic demands of your day.] McKinley Health Center, 10am, UIUC students free/$5 faculty and staff Krannert Uncorked [Find out about performances and performance-related activities at Krannert Center as you sample beverages from Sun Singer Wine & Sprits, The Corkscrew Wine Emporium, Friar Tuck Beverage, Jim Gould and Persimmon Grocery. Beverages may be tasted free of charge and will be available for purchase by the glass at a special discounted price during the tasting.]

Krannert Center for the Performing Arts, 5pm Yoga & Meditation Class [Dada Madhuvidyananda, Yogic Monk and teacher, will lead the class.] Ananda Liina Yoga & Meditation Center, 7:30pm, free

FRI. NOV 10 Live Bands Billy Galt Sings the Blues Blues BBQ, 11:30am Big Creek Guitar Band Hubers, 8pm Country Connection Rose Bowl Tavern, 9pm, $1 Concerts Nintendo Fusion Tour Featuring Hawthorne Heights [Hawthorne Heights, Relient K, Emery, Plain White T’s and The Sleeping call for music lovers and video game fans to enjoy this tour.] Assembly Hall, 6:30pm, $25 Sinfonia da Camera [Sinfonia’s string section takes center stage in a program that includes classic works like Pachebel’s Canon, Strauss’ Metamorphosen for 23 Solo Strings and Finzi’s Romance, Op. 11.

Also on the program are Panufnik’s Jegiellonian Triptych and Wiren’s beautiful Serenade.] Krannert Center for the Performing Arts, 7:30pm, $12 students/$33 DJ DJ Bozak (Red Bull Music Academy) Soma Ultralounge 9pm, $5 Hip-Hop and R&B DJ Nargile 9pm, free before 10pm/$5 DJ Mertz Boltini Lounge 10pm, free DJ Stifler Highdive, 10pm $5

Film Illini Union Board Film Series: “Talladega Nights,” Gregory Hall, 7pm and 9:30pm UIUC students $2/$3 Sporting Events Illinois Men’s Hockey vs. North Dakota State University Ice Arena, 7pm Miscellaneous Community Book Sale Independent Media Center 12pm Family Fun Fresh Fruit at Curtis Orchard Curtis Orchard, 9am Mind/Body/Spirit Relaxation Room at OASIS McKinley Health Center 10am, UIUC students free/$5 faculty and staff

SAT. NOV 11 Live Bands No Secret Hubers, 8pm Country Connection Rose Bowl Tavern, 9pm, $1 Groovatron Canopy Club 9pm, $6 Concerts Betty Buckley [You may know her best from her starring role in TV’s “Eight is Enough,” but it was under the bright lights of Broadway where Betty Buckley truly found her voice. She makes her third appearance at Krannert Center in a sensational voice tribute to the legends of American jazz.] Krannert

DJ DJ Bozak (Red Bull Music Academy) Soma Ultralounge 9pm, $5 Hip-Hop and R&B DJ Nargile 9pm, free before 10pm/$5 DJ Tim Williams Highdive 10pm, $5 Karaoke Liquid Courage Karaoke Geo’s 9pm Festivals Romp Stomp Slam Jam [A cultural showcase of political poetry, music, dancing and more. Featuring Aaron Ammons, poet and activist, the Greg Spero Trio, DJ Limbs and other mystery guests.] Independent Media Center, 8pm Film Illini Union Board Film Series: “Talladega Nights” Gregory Hall, 7pm and 9:30pm UIUC students $2/$3 Sporting Events College Bowl Fall Tournament Illini Union, 9am Illinois Men’s Football vs. Purdue [Dad’s Day/Senior Day.] Memorial Stadium, 11am

Illini Men’s Hockey vs. North Dakota State University Ice Arena, 7pm Miscellaneous Community Book Sale Independent Media Center, 7am Fundraisers 5K Walk/Run To Benefit The Insured [The Vineyard Church

fee required.] The Vineyard Church, 8am Family Fun Fresh Fruit at Curtis Orchard Curtis Orchard, 9am Spanish Storytime [Do you speak Spanish? Do you want to learn Spanish?

Families are invited to enjoy stories, songs and activi-

SUN. NOV 12 Live Bands Latin Jazz Ensemble: Rumba Urbana [One of the most electrifying, fi ery, makesyou-want-to-get-up-anddance musical groups on campus. Co-directed by percussion professor

Habitat for Humanity: Homeworks store volunteers Let the moving begin! Habitat will need volunteers to help finish the new Homeworks store and offices. Work includes sealing the floors, painting, moving the administrative offices, setting up retail areas, moving the store offices and getting ready for the grand opening in December. Volunteers are needed everyday except Sundays and between Nov. 22 and 26 for Thanksgiving. Groups and individuals are invited to help. For more information contact Courtney at volunteer@cuhabitat. org or 355-6460, ext. 16.

and the Champaign County Christian Health Center will be holding the 2nd Annual 5K Walk/Run event to benefit the Champaign County Christian Health Center.

CCCHC provides free, holistic health care to the uninsured. Registration and

ties.] Urbana Free Library 2pm, free Mind/Body/Spirit Relaxation Room at OASIS Illini Union, 12pm, UIUC students free/$5 faculty and staff

Ricardo Flores and new professor of jazz trumpet Tito Carrillo. This ensemble reaches deep into the rich and diverse world of Afro-Latino rhythm.]

Krannert Center for the Performing Arts, 7:30pm students $2/$8

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Concerts “A Musical Serenade: Stradivari’s Decorated String Quartet” [Performed by the Smithsonian Chamber Players.]

Kranner t Ar t Museum, 1pm, free Miro Quartet [With a blend of youthful intensity and mature musical interpretation, the Miro Quar tet has captivated audiences from Amsterdam to Athens. Since taking fi rst prize at the 1998 Baariff International String Quar tet Competition, the Miro Quar tet has won numerous prestigious competitions.] Kranner t Center for the Performing Ar ts, 3pm, UIUC students $5$18/public $10-$34 Dancing UC Hip Hop Congress [Come to practice/learn breakdancing from our team members.] Allen Residence Hall, 2pm Workshops Rhythm Awareness Workshop with Cyro Baptista [This hands-on workshop gets par ticipants to use their hands, feet and voice to clap, stomp and sing their way to polyrhythmic awareness.] Kranner t Center for the Performing Ar ts 11:30am, free Sporting events Illinois Women’s Basketball vs.

Butler Assembly Hall, 2pm Miscellaneous Community Book Sale Independent Media Center 12pm

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Karaoke Liquid Courage Karaoke American Legion Post 71 8pm, free Lectures/Discussions “A Dancing at Lughnasa” Symposium [Mini-symposium in conjunction with the UIUC Department

Crystal River Band Rose Bowl Tavern, 9pm, no cover

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Live Bands Caleb Rose Bowl Tavern 9pm, no cover Annuals, Oceans, Evangelicals, Hot IQ’s Canopy Club, 9pm $8 New Ruins, Decibully, The Evangelicals The Cowboy Monkey, 10pm

Center for the Performing Arts, 7:30pm, students $24/$32 Dad’s Day Concert: UI Varsity Men’s Glee Club and UI Women’s Glee Club [Two of the oldest University of Illinois musical organizations present an evening of traditional reper toire for men’s, women’s and mixed choral ensembles.] Kranner t Center for the Performing Ar ts, 7:30pm, students $7/$10 Global Transfer Afterglow: Cyro Baptista’s Beat the Donkey [The name comes from the Brazilian expression ”pau na mula” meaning “let’s go, let’s do it,” and the group springs from the imaginative world renowned percussionist Cyro Baptista. The group is a hybrid of percussion, samba, jazz, funk, marital arts and dance.] Krannert Center for the Performing Arts, 10pm, free

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Included on the panel are director Lisa Dixon, vocal coach Jill Walmsley Zager and dramaturg Mikko Kivisto. Following the panel will be a staged reading of Friel’s “The Yalta Game.”] Krannert Center for the Performing Arts, 3pm, free “Conserving the Earth’s Biodiversity” [Presented by James Herkert, Director of Science, Nature Conservancy of Illinois.] University YMCA, 12pm, free

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Family Fun Fresh Fruit at Curtis Orchard [Apples, pumpkins, gourds and squash, both in-store and pick-your-own.]

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Fundraisers ASB Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser [Get all-youcan-eat pancakes, fruit, juice and coffee.

McKinley Church and Foundation, 9am, $4 in advance/$5

Open Mic Night Cowboy Monkey, 10pm, free Meetings Colors of Pride Meeting [Provides a safe space and friendly environment for all LGBT students of color to share, listen and express themselves.] Illini Union, 8pm

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MON. NOV 13 Live Bands Jazz Jam with MRS Trio Iron Post, 6pm, cover Michael Davis [Singer/ Keyboardist] Bentleyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Pub, 7pm Carl Hauck, Instrumental Quarter and Oceans Mike â&#x20AC;&#x2122;n Mollyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, 10pm

Mind/Body/Spirit Relaxation Room at OASIS McKinley Health Center 10am, UIUC students free/$5 faculty and staff

TUE. NOV 14

Concerts The Sound of Chambana: Make-A-Wish Foundation Benefit Concert [Featuring Ben and Zach, Blanketarms, Jukebox Heroes, Below Eden, Baily, Unpossible, Davenport and Confines.]

Canopy Club, 9pm

Live Bands Rehearsal Space: Krukid, Triple Whip Canopy Club 1am Billy Galt Sings the Blues Blues BBQ, 11:30am Crystal River Band Rose Bowl Tavern, 9pm no cover New Music Tuesday [Come out and listen to R&B tunes with performances from local ar tists Earl Johnson, Cameron Morris and Qwonzay Stoner.]

Nargile, 9pm, ladies free/$5 gentlemen

DJ DJ Delayney [Hip-Hop/Soul] Barfly, 10pm Lectures/Discussions Myster y Discussion Group [Discussion on the book â&#x20AC;&#x153;Whiskey Sourâ&#x20AC;?

by J.A. Konrath.] Borders Books, Music & Cafe, 6pm

Concerts Smithsonian Chamber Players Krannert Center for the Performing Arts, 7:30pm UIUC students $10-$20/ public $15-$34

Sporting events Illinois Menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Basketball vs. Austin Peay Assembly Hall, 7pm Comedy DeBono Improv Comedy Troupe Courtyard Cafe 9pm, free

DJ DJs Hoff and Bambino [Hard Rock/Punk] Mike â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;N Mollyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, 10pm DJ Tremblin BG Barfly, 10pm DJ TwinScin, DJ Evily Highdive, 10pm, $2

Miscellaneous Community Book Sale Independent Media Center, 8am

Chris O [A blend of downtempo and deep house.]

Boltini Lounge, 10:30pm no cover Karaoke Liquid Courage Karaoke Geoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, 9pm Karaoke with Randy Miller Bentleyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Pub 9:30pm free Lectures/Discussions â&#x20AC;&#x153;String Theory: The Craft of Antonio Stradivariusâ&#x20AC;?

Alice Campbell Alumni Center, 4pm â&#x20AC;&#x153;Indigenous Rights in a Global Arenaâ&#x20AC;? [Dr. Luis Macas discusses the struggle for political rights of the indigenous people of Ecuador.

This lecture will be presented in Spanish and translated by Professor Linda Belote, U of Minnesota, Duluth.] Levis Faculty Center, 4pm Phi Theta Kappa Satellite Seminars: â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Power of Nonviolenceâ&#x20AC;? [Featuring Arun Ghandi.] Parkland College 6:30pm, free Prelude with Kenneth Slowik, music director of the Smithsonian Chamber Players [Cellist and ensemble leader Kenneth Slowik enters into an informal dialogue with audience members during this half hour, pre-performance Creative Intersections activity.]

Krannert Center for the Performing Arts, 6:30pm â&#x20AC;&#x153;Illinois Politics: Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Next?â&#x20AC;? [Featuring Jim Nowlan, visiting senior fellow, Institute of Government and Pubic Affairs.] University YMCA, 12pm

Workshops Write On!: Creative Writing Workshop [Bring your pencils and imagination for an adventure in creative writing with librarian Elaine Bearden.] Urbana Free Library, 4pm Meetings Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Support Group [Support group for female students who have experienced sexual assualt/ abuse within a relationship.] Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Studies House, 6:30pm Family Fun Fresh Fruit at Curtis Orchard Curtis Orchard, 9am Babiesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Lap Time [Program of songs, stories and rhymes for young patrons.]

Urbana Free Library, 9:45am Mind/Body/Spirit Relaxation Room at OASIS McKinley Health Center 10am, UIUC students free/$5 faculty and staff

WED. NOV 15 Live Bands Irish Traditional Music Session Bentleyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Pub, 7pm free Fuedinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Hillbillys Rose Bowl Tavern, 9pm, no cover U of I Idol Competition [With Live Karaoke Band.]

Canopy Club, 9pm Concerts Grannyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Porch: Crossing the Great Divide [Join host Gary Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Brien of WDWS as we travel back into an era of the Grand Ole Opry.

Experience the swinging melodies and foot-tapping rhythms of old-time music, bluegrass and all things played with fiddle and bow.] Krannert Center for the Performing Arts 7:30pm, students $7/$10

University Symphony Orchestra [Maestro Schleicher leads the University Orchestra in a performance of Shostakovichâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Symphony No. 12 in D Minor, Op. 112. He joins the stage with Ian Hobson, known for his piano virtuosity and musical insight, in a performance of the Brahms Piano Concerto No. 2 in B-flat Major, Op. 83, arguably one of the greatest concertos ever written.] Krannert Center for the Performing Arts, 7:30pm students $2/$8 DJ Ladies Night with DJ Supa Nargile, 9pm, ladies free before 11pm Tropicale Wednesdays: DJ Bris, DJ Delayney Soma Ultralounge, 9pm, $5 Chef Ra [Roots/Reggae] Barfly, 10pm Dancing Retumba! [A multiethnic, all-female dance and percussion ensemble thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been breaking the silence and shattering stereotypes since its public debut in 1981.

Originally created to celebrate Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s History Month, Retumba centers its performance on the rich heritage of music and dance from Africa and Europe and its expression throughout the Americas.]

Krannert Center for the Performing Arts, 12pm Tango Dancing [Tango lesson followed by dancing. End the night with salsa dancing.] Cowboy Monkey 7:30pm, no cover Learn Traditional Greek Dance Armory Building, 8pm

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Spurlock Museum, 9:30am, $2 donation requested Mind/Body/Spirit Relaxation Room at OASIS McKinley Health Center 10am, UIUC students free/$5 faculty and staff Seniors Munchies with Mary [Current events, jokes, poems and more.] Hays Recreation Center, 12pm

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GETTING OFF GREEN STREET: A GUIDE TO OFF-CAMPUS BARS Boltini Lounge, 15 E. University Ave., C.

The Brass Rail, 15 E. University Ave., C.

Jukebox:

No.

Yep, it’s digital.

Live Music:

Chicago-style house music Tuesday through Saturday.

Bands every other month.

Kitchen:

Offers cheese sticks, artichoke dip, etc.

Nope, sorry.

Drink Specials:

No comment.

$1 drafts on Monday.

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We’re from all walks of life here. You’ll feel at home.

It’s a comfortable neighborhood bar.

All-Terrain: Perspectives on Landscape [A group exhibit of contemporary landscape art from realistic watercolor paintings to miniature isolated environmental sculptures to kitsch clouds and romantic sunsets. The exhibit encourages audiences to take a second and more profound look at the outside world through landscape interpretation.] Parkland Art Gallery through Dec. 7

Fat City Saloon, 505 S. Chesnut, C.

Jukebox:

Oh yeah, old school.

Yes, digital.

Live Music:

Occasionally.

On weekends, sporadically.

Kitchen:

Serves burgers, steak, porkchops, sandwiches and pizza.

The usual bar fare: burgers, sandwiches, nachos and wings.

Drink Specials:

Always moderately priced, $1.50 for a pint of Old Style.

$2 domestic Thursdays, $2 drafts Saturdays, specials may vary.

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Four pool tables and free peanuts. Can’t beat that.

Only shuffle board table in town. Folks dig it.

Mike ‘N Molly’s, 105 N. Market, C.

Jukebox:

Nope.

Yup, it has a broadband connection so you can get any song you want.

Live Music:

Bands vary. Past performances include Black Eyed Peas and Queens of the Stone Age. Also books blues and indie bands.

Usually Saturdays, some weekdays. Offers indie, acoustic, folk, Irish, rock, bluegrass and hip-hop.

Kitchen:

Nuh-uh.

Negative.

Drink Specials:

Wednesday $1 domestic, $2 imports, $5 double Jack and Coke on weekends.

Tuesday $1 Old Style, Thursday $.50 to $1 off imports, Sunday $3.50 for 20oz. of Guiness.

Great dance floor, awesome live music.

A cozy, friendly crowd: no attitude, no cliques and people don’t exactly dress up. Come in as you are, be as you are.

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Embassy Tavern, 114 S. Race, U. Jukebox:

Digital.

Live Music:

Sporadic live music, but don’t miss karaoke Tuesdays.

Kitchen:

Typical bar food: cheeseburgers, Polishes, wings, nachos.

Drink Specials:

Monday Night Football special, Bud Light, $1.50.

FYI:

Try the marinated filet beef kabob on Wednesdays or try the grilled yellow fin tuna steak on Friday.

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Try these other great places, too.

Barfly: 120 N. Neil, C. 352-9756 Bentley’s: 419 N. Neil, C. 359-7977 Bunny’s: 119 W. Water St., U. 367-8175 Cowboy Monkey: 6 Taylor, C. 398-2688 C-Street: 63 Chester, C. 356-0607 Crane Alley: 115 W. Main, U. 384-2526 The Iron Post: 120 S. Race, U. 337-7678 The Office: 214 W. Main, U. 344-7608 Rose Bowl Tavern: 106 N. Race, U. 367-7031 Tod and John’s: 201 N. Broadway, U. 367-0904

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Parkland College Theatre, Nov. 10, 11, 16-18, 8pm, Nov. 19, 3pm

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Krannert Art Museum through Dec. 31 When We Were Young: New Perspectives on the Art of the Child [While frequently studied from the point of view of cognitive psychology and pedagogy, art by children has not been seriously addressed by art historians. “When We Were Young” juxtaposes selected childhood works of preeminent historical artists with modern and contemporary children’s drawings to demonstrate their inventiveness and to explore the criteria used for assessing prodigious artistic talent in the very young.]

Krannert Art Museum through Dec. 31

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In November, Krannert Center celebrates National American Music Month and the University of Illinois’ special affiliation with the Smithsonian Museum.

This celebrated historic ensemble, created by the Smithsonian Chamber Music Society, will display its matched quartet of Stradivarius instruments at Krannert Art Museum during this high art/high touch visit. Audiences are invited to come to the stage after the concert to get a close-up look at these exceptional instruments. The program includes “Prelude” and “Liebestod” from Wagner’s Tristan und Isolde, and an orchestration of Mahler’s Das Lied von der Erde based on notes by Arnold Schönberg.

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November Playhouse Dance 7:30pm, $9-$16

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Miró Quartet 3pm, $5-$34 Patron Co-Sponsors: Diana Sheets and Stephen Levinson in memory of Dr. Arthur Chitz Dancing at Lughnasa 3pm, $6-$13

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make it a hot spot for the young first-time bar attendee, who is more eager to meet new people.

But, Dave Burchfield, a freshman in ACES, had a different take on the crowd at Kam’s.

“It’s not so much ‘house’ oriented,” Burchfield said. “So, if you meet someone there, you aren’t as likely to see them again at a frat event or something.”

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Yet, for whatever reason, this humble blue and orange bar on Daniel Street was voted the ultimate place for responsibility-free sexual encounters. Jamie Keffer, a senior in LAS, said it’s undeniable that Kam’s is a great place to make first acquaintances.

“You can even pick up the bartenders,” Keffer said. —Imran Siddiquee

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Winner: Campus Bars Runners-Up: The Quad The stacks in the main library “Knowing the DJ is key.

I hooked up with five girls this weekend ’cause I knew the DJ.” —Bryan Vuong, senior in business.

BEST OF ENTERTAINMENT CONTINUED FROM PG. 26 a k ick-back-a nd- enjoy-t he -g a me scene, with some people who real ly get into it, which is of course entertaining.”

So, all in all, if you’re looking for a comfortable, relaxing place to watch and listen to your favorite sports games with the absence of drunken people grinding on each other and perhaps even on you, then Legends is the place to be. —Katie Heika

BEST PLACE TO MEET A ONENIGHT STAND Kam’s 618 Daniel St., C. 337-3300 Runners-Up: Station 211, 211 E Green St., C. 367-9915 Joe’s Brewery, 706 S. Fifth St., C. 384-1790 K a m’s i s c o n s i d e r e d , i n s o m e c i r c l e s , a University institution — a symbol of Illini pride and history.

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It ’s a l s o con sidered the number one place to beg in really short-term relationships.

While any of the campus bars would seem equally conducive to meeting a one-time sexual partner, according to David Reyes, a sophomore in animal sciences, Kam’s is in fact quite unique.

“It’s easy to get in, its got a lively atmosphere and cheap specials,” Reyes said. “It’s also very dark inside.”

Peter Steger, a junior in broadcast journalism and doorman at Kam’s, agrees that the environment of the bar is the main reason that people find it such a fun time. “ It ’s no t a s up t i g ht a s o t he r pl a c e s , everyone’s so friendly and outgoing,” Seger said. “At the end of the night, I see a bunch of people hand in hand, sometimes literally making out in the doorway.”

The ambiance isn’t, of course, the only thing bringing people together on these wild romantic rendezvous. Rachel Nauer, a sophomore in LAS, cited the high level of alcohol involved in the majority of one-night stands as another reason Kam’s might be the winner of the category.

“Every time you go to Kam’s, you’re pretty much guaranteed to get really wasted,” Nauer said.

Apart from the feel-good setting and constantly flowing beer, some students believe the social milieu of the place is what makes it special.

Kyle Loveland, a junior in LAS, said Kam’s prime location combined with its lower age requirements

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—Jane Gleason, junior in LAS

“I’ve heard bars are a good place, but I can’t go and hook up because I can’t hook up with students. It’s not ‘ethical.’”

—Ron Sma ldone, g r adu ate st udent i n chemistry

“I’ve heard a lot of people dream about hook i ng up on t he quad in public before they graduate.”

— C h r i s Ye n c h e k , junior in accounting “Some people just get it on, right on the grassy knoll, in the middle of the day.”

—Nina Polyne, junior in MCB

“I’d a g ree t hey’re a good place to hook up, but I’d have to say more in the bathrooms.”

— L au r ie S cheut t er, junior in LAS LIBRARY STACKS “Yes, it happens because d a ncing somet i mes lead s to d a nce floor make-outs.”

—Jamie Weisman, sophomore in LAS

“I’m in library school, and I heard from this woman that this one time she saw someone ‘hook up.’ It’s not very crowded in there and it’s really big.”

—Ana Peso, graduate student in library science “That place is kind of creepy. It just smells like old books.”

—Julia Marselle, senior in LAS

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aula Cole, we need y o u n o w. C o m e write us a bittersweet song that helps dull the sting of not being able to buy a damn spicy chicken sandwich. If Paula’s unavailable, I guess we could all turn our adoring eyes to Don Gerard to pen something.

He wrote songs, right? Oh, who could honestly remember? Anyway, does anyone know what the hell is going on with Wendy’s? Last I checked, all three in CU have closed, and one is now demolished. Ridiculous. This situation certainly isn’t the best of anything.

Speaking of best-ofs, hey, you’re holding in your hands buzz’s annual Best of CU issue, as voted by you, the reader. I can’t wait to see what you’ve picked this year. Moving on to the best of what you can see around town this week...

Two new local CDs will see release this week.

Tonight, Shipwreck will release their Walk in the Woods EP. This is their second EP release this year.

It is also the second in an attempt at putting out four EPs in 16 months, and they seem to be on schedule to get it done. The band will release the CD tonight at Cowboy Monkey during a show with Decibully, Carol Bui and New Ruins. Decibully (Polyvinyl Records) returns to CU after putting on a great show with Headlights as a part of their CD release show in August. This show will kick off Shipwreck’s tour, which will take them to Missouri, Kansas, Oklahoma and Texas over nine days.

The other big local disc to come out this week is Triple Whip’s Horsepower. The release show is Saturday at the Iron Post in Urbana, with Water Between Continents, New Ruins (they get around) and Lucky Mulholland. The show is on 11/11, and Triple Whip will take the stage at 11:11 p.m., effectively squeezing as many ones into the equation as possible. Computer nerds of the world, rejoice. Horsepower is the band’s first studio effort since the departure of guitarist/vocalist Santanu Rahman. The band has continued on as a drums/bass duo with members Holly Rushakoff and Jane Boxall, apart from a performance as the Smashing Pumpkins at last year’s 15th Annual Great Cover Up, which featured Mike Clayton and Wilson Hensleigh of Mad Science Fair.

The 16th Annual Great Cover Up (hey, look at that segue!) will occur in January again this year, and a lineup will soon be announced. For those unfamiliar with the event, the Great Cover Up is a yearly benefit series, headed up by Ward Gollings (of Ask Ward!), where the best local bands are invited to become another band for a night. Bands dress up like, act like and play songs by a band of their choosing. It is often one of the highlights of the year in the local scene.

Lorenzo Goetz will sadly be absent from the festivities this year. Their sets in recent years as Sublime, Cypress Hill and Public Enemy, with Goldfronts and Brandon T. Washington, are often mentioned among the top moments of the event.

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Thursday night (hey, that’s tonight if you’re reading this on Thursday), you can catch Pulsar47 at the Courtyard Cafe with Geoff Farina (of Karate) and Bound Stems. I’m pretty sure you still can’t drink there, but nothing says you can’t drink beforehand, right? You may remember Pulsar47 from past columns where I named them one of my absolute favorite local bands. They are creating some of the most original music that you can hear in this town right now. Check out www. myspace.com/pulsar47. The show starts at 8 p.m., and tickets are $5 (use your UIUC ID to save a buck!). Then scoot on over to the Shipwreck EP release afterwards!

Friday night brings Junior Brown to the Highdive, with opener Matt Poss and the Wild Bunch. And, no, Dave Matthews Band fans, just because Junior Brown once was a guest with “Daaaaaave” on “Two Step,” it doesn’t mean that he will play that song for you. The show starts at 8 p.m. and is $18. OMFG. Saturday you must rock to Triple Whip, and Sunday you must rock to Mad Mardigan and Brother Embassy at Cowboy Monkey with Gnome Attic (rad name, guys). Mad Mardigan is a band featuring singer/songwriter Jack Marck (whose songs have really taken shape in a full band in ways they never did solo), bassist Rory “Miller” Grennan and drummer Joe “Thunderfist” Funkderburk.

Canopy Club is the place to be on Tuesday and Wednesday. Rehearsal Space on Tuesdays continues with Triple Whip & Krukid.

Rehearsal Space happens every Tuesday — it’s free, and there are cheap, cheap drinks. On Wednesday, U of Idol with Live Karaoke Band continues. Think you can sing? Well, get out there and prove it. Valuable prizes will be given away! Panties will be thrown! Guido will wear pants! Okay, one of those things is false.

Retraction! Okay, well, not really. Last week I mentioned that a band named Vannatica was playing with Brother Embassy at the Iron Post. I mentioned that I could find no information about them. The reason I was unable to find any info is that the band’s name is spelled Vanattica. The two Web sites with information about the show had the band misspelled in two different ways, and searches on both of those gave me nothing.

So, Vanattica it is. A search for that name will lead you to the band’s Myspace page, where, under “sounds like,” you’ll find the quote, “nothing you’ve ever heard before.” Why do bands put that in there? You can go out tonight to Nargile and find out if they really are like nothing you’ve ever heard before.

Coming soon: Tritone envelops town in evil!

DJ Stegosaurus (Polyvinyl’s Seth Hubbard) bitchslaps DJ 2ON2OUT (buzz columnist Seth Fein)! Larry Gates uses lifts! Mike Ingram covers Radiohead! Jesse Greenlee finds out what really happened during the haze of the World Series!

Mike Ingram is a loveable guy. He books shows, plays music and is the local music director at 90.1 WEFT. He tried to rock, but you only roll. You can reach him at forgottenwords@gmail.com.

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We’re feeling very literal this week at Spin it Round, Flip It and Reverse It. So, we decided to take the “Best Of ” concept and turn it into — get this — “Worst Of!” It’s practically 6th grade opposite day up in here. Brian and Carlye hope you don’t read this article and absolutely hate it. They also want you to not buy them drinks if you see them out — even though Carlye is not irresistible and hot as hell, and Brian is not hid-

eous. Ha. Ha ha. Enjoy. Not! Worst campus bathroom to take a shit in: Foellinger Auditorium I’m a theater kid with stage-fright. No, not in the normal sense of the word — I’m way too obnoxious to clam up when I get in front of a crowd. I have what I like to call, “bathroom stage-fright.” I hate pooping anywhere except at my house, but sometimes I find myself stranded on the Quad, in need of a friendly toilet, surrounded by four walls of scribbles written by the least intelligent people at this university.

Whatever you do — if you need to drop a deuce — do not do so in the Foel linger bathrooms. Now, naturally, I do not know the situation in the men’s bathroom, but what I do know is that the women’s bathroom is not the most comfortable arena to doodie in. The doors never stay closed. There’s a huge gap between the door and its frame, so everyone can see your business. It’s extremely well-lit, which just increases self-consciousness about what kind of “plunk!” your poop log or poop pebbles will make. Most confusingly, however, is the first stall — there’s not even a door — it’s literally a lady-urinal.

I was going to keep it positive by ending with confessing my favorite toilet on campus ... but I think I’ll keep that a secret. I don’t want my stage fright ruining the best throne on the Quad.

Worst paths to take to class: Daniel Street, Illini Union I never have cash on me, and I fully blame Daniel Street for this. The block between 6th and Wright smells so god-awful that I cannot stand in the fumes long enough to grab a twenty from the Bank One ATM. It’s constantly foul and smells like a mix of beer, vomit, urine, rotting food, feces and old garbage. Cross to the

other side of the street, unless you really enjoy holding your breath, plugging your nose and gagging simultaneously.

Another path that totally blows is the Quad-side of the Union. I don’t understand the appeal of incessant screaming and shoving fliers in a our faces, because it’s not going to get anyone to buy tickets to a Shakespeare play, attend a cultural formal dance or buy horribly obscure snacks. The whole situation is just ... awkward.

I ask that if you’re ever advertising something on the Quad, please do the rest of us a favor. If we’re looking down at our shoes, it’s not because we’re bashful and too embarrassed to admit we’re interested in what you’re saying — we just want to be left the fuck alone.

Worst Place to Have a Squirrel Live in: My bedroom wall The votes are in and the race was close, but the worst place to have a squirrel live is none other than right in my humble home ... what are the odds? Yes, the scratching, the clawing, the imagining how close that bushy tailed rat is to poking its head through my drywall. I live on the third and final floor of my apartment building. The roof slopes, in a totally posh and aesthetically pleasing way, thus giving me cathedral-like ceilings. For the sake of this unique living space, there is nothing between me and the outside world but roofing, wood and a coat of paint; enough to keep rain from leaking in, but not squirrels apparently.

It h isses th roug h the wa l l when I play guitar. Living with a woodland creature is bad enough, but he’s also a critic. Brendan, my roommate, is planning on catching him as he runs by our window. I think it heard the plot though, and now I fear fierce squirrel retaliation in the middle of the night. It’s the worst.

Worst Song To Hear Karaoked at a Local Bar: “Living on a Prayer” by Bon Jovi On Halloween, I heard this song on at least four separate occasions; each time performed by a hoard of girls thinking they blended the perfect amount of quirkiness, obscurity and showmanship in their renditions. I vomited on all accounts. Bon Jovi isn’t necessarily evil per se ... but how he’s implemented, more often than not, is sinister in nature. Very catchy, yes, but just because of the extensive exposure I’ve had to “Living on a Prayer,” I’m finding all its flaws.

Obviously, the first fault is annoying girls dressed as hooker versions of nursery rhyme heroines dancing around and forgetting the words, but structurally as well, BJ’s ballad is unsound. The reprise of the chorus gets me every time. It’s so abrupt a change that you’d think the CD skipped. Every time, I get pissed. Every time, the karaokers blow that line. Every time, it’s the worst. sounds from the scene

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BEST PIZZA Papa Del’s 206 E. Green St., C. 359-7700 Runners-Up: Antonio’s Pizza, 619 E. Green St., C. 365-9500 Pizza Hut, 411 E. Green St., C. 344-2218 and 409

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N. Mattis Ave., C. 359-8807 Let’s face it, if Papa Del ’s didn’t w in this category it would be an upset equivalent to the one the Soviets must have felt when they lost the 1980 Olympics to the U.S. As far as pizza goes, Papa Del’s is in a league of its own; buzz readers feel that the pizza is so good, many would consider going for their doctorate solely to stay close to the Del’s for a few more years (ok, maybe an exaggeration, but you get the point).

With his blended cheeses, fresh toppings and sauces, homemade sausage and made-from-scratch dough on three different crusts (original pan, super stuffed and thin), it should be no wonder that the Papa is the victor in the Champaign Pizza Wars,. Admit it, that sentence caused you to get off the couch, grab a napkin and wipe the drool off of your hyper-salivating mouth.

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Dos Reales 1407 N. Prospect Ave., C. 351-6879 and 1106 W. University Ave., U. 328-0411 Runners-Up: El Toro, 1805 S. Neil St., C. 378-7807 Chipotle Mexican Grill, 528 E. Green St., C. 344-0466 The f irst encounter I had with Dos Reales was a spiritual experience: sponge-painted walls, random paintings of Jesus, yellow daffodils, the Hispanic marketer on the wall and the Latin music layered with acoustic guitars and trumpets. It’s at this point you stop thinking to yourself, “I wonder if they’ll have a Crunchwrap Supreme?”

The moment I f irst tasted a Dos Reales meal, I repented of my life of Taco Bell and was baptized in a river of salsa and an inf inite bowl of tortilla chips.

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food. But I know that Dos Reales is authentic Mexican, and I’ll tell you why — I have no idea what I’m ordering.

L i ke e ve r y g r e a t C h i ne s e r e s t au r a nt , the menu at Dos Reales is of no guidance to me. “M i lanese,” “Steak Tampiqueno,” “ Pa r r i l l a Z u i s o” ? I h ave n o c lue w h a t t he se a re, but re st a s su red , t hey’re del ic iou s . T here’s a 95 percent ch a nce t h at you r mea l w i l l feat u re ref r ied bea n s, melted cheese, and some of the most tender meat nor t h of t he equator. Thei r my s t e r iou s s auce s a r e not h i n g s hor t of exhilarating.

A nd t he ch ip s , oh m y g o o d ne s s , t he chips! The unlimited tortilla chips and salsa w i l l su rely tempt you i nto st a l l i ng you r order for 30 minutes while you f ill up on their goodness.

And if that wasn’t enough, the Dos was a lso voted “ best complimentar y matches” (one o f t he le s s e r k now n c a t e g o r ie s , I assure you), because they seem to have the m at che s of choice for d r u n ken st udent s frantica l ly look ing for something to light t hei r c i g a ret te. You k now t he one s I’m talking about, the matches that say “SIMPLY THE BEST” on the cover and list the t wo locations in Champaig n and Urbana.

—Andy Seifert

601 E. Green St., C. 344-4443 and four other locations in CU Runners-Up: Gumby’s Pizza, 1409 S. Neil St., C. 355-3278 Domino’s Pizza, multiple CU locations It’s 2:30 a.m., dinner was six hours ago, breakfast isn’t happening anytime soon and you’re starving. We’ve all been there. You have three options. You could wait it out until breakfast and pray the morning comes quickly. You can try and make do with whatever you’ve got in your kitchen. Or, if you want to ensure that you’ll be going to bed with a full stomach, you can call Jimmy John’s.

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The Big Papa himself, owner Bob “Del” Monti, attributes his pizzeria’s popularity to its fresh ingredients. Monti added, “We try to make the best pizza we can. We always try to make it better and better.” I guess practice does make perfect.

Papa Del ’s is so h ig h ly reg a rded t hat even customers who live thousands of miles away, much like a desperate dr ug addict, need their f ix. Monti said that the pizzeria has shipped pizzas to such really-expensive-planeticket areas as Hawaii, Europe and Japan.

However, Papa Del’s is more than simply pizza; they also offer other Italian dinners such as spaghetti and ravioli, sub sandwiches and appetizers. The King of Appetizers has to be their breadsticks. But these aren’t any Doughboy’s breadsticks, oh no. These suckers are so long that they could potentially be used as prop swords in the next Pirates of the Caribbean movie.

But despite these offerings, the pizza is still number one at Papa Del’s, as it has been the past 36 years. As Del’s customer Kim Schaff said about the pizza, “It is the best thing that you can put in your mouth.”

In second place was Antonio’s Pizza, the openreally-late, by-the-slice pizzeria located in the midst of the bars on Green Street. The bronze medal went to the ever-reliable chain restaurant Pizza Hut. —Tyler Freer

Genera l ly Ji m my Joh n’s ta kes about 20 minutes or less to make a delivery and timing i sn’t t a ken l ig ht ly. Accord i ng to Kel ley At t eb e r r y, a fou r -ye a r e m ploye e of t he L i n c o l n Av e n u e s t o r e , m a n a g e r s a r e docked bonuses if delivery times consistently take longer than 20 m inutes, and inspections are routinely held to make sure this standard is met.

And as if the good food and dedication to fast service wasn’t enough, Jimmy John’s also gets credit for having drivers that are prepared for anything when making a delivery. Attenber r y, who just star ted mak ing del iver ies t h i s seme ster, reca l led a recent i nc ident during the 10 p.m. to 3 a.m. shift when she delivered an order to a male stripper wearing nothing but a thong attending a par t y on Elm Street.

If late n ight pizza is more your t h i n g , G u m b y ’s a nd D om i no’s a r e a l s o known not only for fast deliver y (Gumby’s t y pica l ly t a ke s 3 0 to 4 0 m i nute s , Domi no’s a rou nd 15 to 2 0 m i nut e s), but for their resilient drivers as well. Cobra Callahan, a Gumby’s driver, has constantly been offered beer, drugs and even sex in lieu of a t ip (t h i s tend s to h appen more a rou nd Unoff icial). Though he always passes, Call a h a n hel p s t o e n s u r e f a s t a nd f r ie nd l y ser v ice. Recently, a Dom ino’s dr iver was robbed at g u npoi nt, but t hese br ave a nd resilent drivers soldier on. —Tom Lange

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—Daniel Glazer

F o r t r ue fo o d l ove r s , t he r e i s l it t l e t h at i s bet ter t h a n d i scover i ng one of t hose hole s-i n-t he -wa l l t h at instantly becomes one of your allt ime favor ites. You k now, one of those places that a l lows you to say to someone new in town “I’m going to take you to this spot that has the tastiest (insert favorite d ish here) you’ve ever h a d .” W i t h B a s i l T h a i , t h at’s ju st wh at you g et .

Tu c ke d aw a y i n s i d e t he Sk yl ight Cour t on Green Street, most of us pass by Basi l Thai on a dai ly basis without realizing the delic io u s , hu n g e r - s a t i s f y i n g oppor t un it y we’re passing up. Basil Thai began serving the Champaig n com mun it y w ith authentic Thai cuisine in May 2000. A second location opened t wo years ago on Gregor y and Oregon Streets in Urbana. The most popu lar d ishes on the menu are the trad itiona l pad Thai and the basil chicken. Coming in at a close third is the Basi l Thai exclusive peanut sauce lover — a stir-fried blend of vegetables, cashews, dried chili and your choice of meat or tofu in their homemade tang y peanut sauce. I had the chicken pad T h a i for my f i r st v i s it a nd I’ l l tel l you,

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Steph Nugent, 18 Starbucks: “Well Starbucks is good, but it’s a long walk from my dorm.”

I go to: Espresso for the caramel coffees.

“Starbucks is probably better, but it’s a longer walk.”

Jim Lisy, 54 Starbucks: “I wouldn’t go there.”

I go to: “Giulliani’s. I usually go there every Thursday after lunch for a small cappuccino.”

Phylicia Robins, 18 I go to: Starbucks for vanilla lattes. “It tastes great.”

Matt Gall, 21 Starbucks: “You know, you have this conception that Starbucks is evil, sorta. Support local business.”

I go to: Espresso Royale for caramel vanilla lattes

Zeynep Atesman, 22 Starbucks: “I never go to Starbucks” I go to: Espresso Royale for café lattes

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Jeff Bucsa, 22 Starbucks: “It’s a little expensive.”

I go to: “Wherever I’m nearest to, I guess. Either Starbucks, or when I’m at the library I’ll go to [Espresso Royale].”

BEST CUP OF COFFEE Starbucks 501 E. Green St., C. 344-8613 Runners-Up: Espresso Royale, 1117 W. Oregon St., U. 3376160, and other locations throughout CU Moonstruck Chocolate Cafe, 709 S. Wright St., C. 367-7402, and 1733 W. Kirby Ave., C. 351-9182 Starbuck s is a rg uably the favor ite source of coffee for soccer moms, jazz musicians, st r ugg l ing poet s, st udent s and the ent ire Champaign–Urbana community. Ginny Reali, a French major, seems to think so. “They have the best coffee in town. They’re the best people … It really deserves to be the best coffee shop in town.”

Starbucks won the honor of best cup of cof fee t h i s ye a r, be at i n g out opponent s Espresso Roya le a nd Moon st r uck to w i n f irst place. What is so great about a massproduced cof fee shop equiva lent of Super Ta r g e t ? A c c o r d i n g t o L e a h B r e s s l e n , a student in LAS who was a Starbucks barista last summer, “Starbucks puts ever ything in the right proportion … and it’s a real comfortable environment.” sounds from the scene

Starbucks is all about its beans. It started in 1971 in Seattle as a coffee shop, and the business was soon inspired by the Ita l ian tradition of espresso and never looked back.

Starbucks is so passionate about its coffee that even its Web site extensively covers the more than 30 coffee varieties Starbucks has to offer, the history of coffee, a quiz to match you with your next favorite cup of joe and the entire detailed process of roasting — among other quirky coffee trivia that shows that Starbucks really knows its stuff.

But Starbucks is also a coffee shop. Whether you’re looking for vibrant colors, stimulating aromas or contemporary rock CDs, Starbucks has something for everyone. The shop has more than 90 different drinks ranging from the seasonal pumpkin spice latte to the regular caffé latte.

St a r buck s a l so h a s t en d i f ferent d r i n k s containing Tazo teas for non-coffee drinkers.

Starbucks even sel ls their beans in onepound bags for those too lazy to make the trip every morning, and some of the coffees offered by the bag are specialty blends.

Each coffee adds its own unique f lavor to a tried-and-true formula. The rich aroma of whole-bean coffee spills out of the cup, and each sip delivers what the aroma promises.

Even the Tazo teas have a unique f lavor you’re not likely to f ind anywhere else.

Don’t believe that a coffee shop founded in Seattle could know what’s best here in Champaign? Take a chance and try it for yourself.

—Jeff Girten

Editor’s note: Espresso Royale Company was started in California in 1984 and has since opened 42 shops in seven states.

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BEST LATE-NIGHT MUNCHIES Gumby’s 1409 S. Neil St., C. 355-3278 Runners-Up: Insomnia Cookies, 502 E. John St., C. 328-0203

After a late night of studying or part ying, there is an array of delivery options available to tickle the taste buds. But only one place offers fresh-baked, garlic butter and mozzarella covered Pokey Stix.

For over 15 years, Gumby’s Pizza has been serving up their legendary Pokey Stix, pizza, calzones, wings and much more to the Champaign-Urbana community. While they don’t guarantee any of their menu items are low in calories, they are still high in demand and satisfy that late-night hunger.

Gumby’s stays open later than many of t he i r c o m p e t i t o r s , d e l i ve r i n g o n c a m pus until 4 a.m. Owner Jim LeRette, who h a s op e r a t e d t he s t or e for s e ve n ye a r s , i s n’t s u r p r i s e d t h a t G u m b y ’s i s a l o c a l favorite, and feels it’s not just because of their late-night hours. “I think it’s because of the quality of the food,” he says. Gumby’s makes its own sauce, uses fresh dough and grates its own mozzarella cheese.

For the few who have yet to t r y them, Pokey Stix are made with thick pizza dough topped with a “secret” garlic-butter sauce, Ita l ian season ing s and mozzarel la cheese.

They are then baked and cut into thin strips made for dipping in your choice of 10 sauces, including marinara, ranch, barbecue, nacho cheese and many more.

Pokey Stix come in a variety of sizes ranging from the 10-inch, $6.99 small, to the 30-inch, $29.99 monster. On an average Tuesday night, during which Pokey Stix sell for two boxes for the price of one, Gumby’s sells more than 300 orders of the treat, and employee Steve LeRette says they sel l rough ly tr iple that amount on Friday and Saturday nights.

According to LeRette, many U of I alumni make sure to order Pokey Stix when they come to visit CU. Many request them uncooked so they can store them in the freezer and bake them at home.

Just because you’ve tried the Pokey Stick doesn’t mean you’ve experienced all Gumby’s has to offer. They also serve up items such as an Italian beef and a Philly cheesesteak sandwich, as well as specialty pizzas like the Green and White (ricotta cheese, olive oil, garlic, spinach and mozzarella) and the Big Kahuna (double meatball, onions, cheddar and mozzarella cheeses).

If you’re looking for a late-night snack that’s rich in f lavor and tradition, Gumby’s Pizza is sure to please. Give them a call; everybody else is. —Stephanie Prather

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A common sight around CU post two o’clock in the morning. Gumby’s Pizza and its Pokey Stix were the victors in the late night munchies category.

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BEST CHINESE FOOD Mandarin Wok 403 E. Green St., C. 337-1200 Runners-Up: Lai Lai Wok, 402 E. Green St., C. 328-1888 Empire Chinese Restaraunt, 410 E. Green St., C. 328-0832 You’re walking down Green Street, so hungry you no longer feel like you have a taste for anything. It’s cold outside. You walk into the Mandarin Wok (if you’re smart), and find a large menu along the wall, written in Chinese.

You pause, look around, and notice that the place is packed. You decide to stay. If your travels in pursuit of the perfect meal find you in the restaurant between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m., then maybe you order Dim Sum to help you warm up. You scan the English menu just ahead at the counter, then a selection of Diet Dishes catches your eye, then an assortment of tofu options.

“Can I take your order?” A friendly cashier interrupts your musings, which could take

BEST SUSHI Ko Fusion 1 E. Main St., C. 531-1166 Runners-Up: Kamakura Japanese Restaraunt, 715 S. Neil St., C. 531-1166 Sushi County, 408 E. Green St. #100, C. 398-3344 Walking into Ko Fusion of f the streets of cozy, charming downtown Champaign will leave you feel ing a l it t le l i ke Dorothy in t he W izard of Oz when she con fe s se s to her beloved Toto, “I’ve got a feeling we’re not in Kansas anymore.” The décor of this restaurant, which opened in May 2005, is ver y hip and modern, almost futuristic, yet it retains a classy, upsca le ambience. The sushi bar faces a color-chang ing water fa l l and a wall-mounted plasma screen TV that c ycle s t h rou g h soot h i n g v ideo s of t r a nqui l beaches. This contemporar y scene at Ko Fusion accents the eclectic menu ver y wel l. Ko Fusion of fers a un ique selection of French, Italian, Amer ican and Japanese cuisine. The “Fusion” par t of the restaurant’s name refers to the fact that all of these different cooking styles are offered together under one roof. The sushi itself is a fusion

al l day. Maybe you’re feeling adventurous and ask for a recommendation, something new. You take their suggestion, which is not on the English menu, feeling proud of your cultural exploits. You take a seat in the dining area. The decorations are simple and pleasing. A row of potted plants makes for a char ming window display. You smile as your food arrives with magic-fast delivery. A large portion of steaming hot food confirms that you have chosen wisely, in awe of the prices that work in your favor. “Leftovers!” you think excitedly. Beginning to feel full and t horou g h ly s at i s f ied , you re ach for t he fortune cookie that reads: You like Chinese food. It’s no su r pr i se t h at t he M a nd a r i n Wok, located r ight next to Wa lg reens, is Champaign-Urbana’s top pick for the best Chinese restaurant.

The establishment of fers a more for mal adjoining room that can be rented out for parties, or be used for regular seating. It’s a great environment for large groups, or those of us with entrée envy, on account of the large round tables that have spinning centers for a doit-yourself buffet. And if you ever find yourself really hungry and up for a Chinese food crawl, the runners up are right across the street.

—Kimya Karshenas of traditional Japanese sushi with a cuttingedge American inf luence.

Ko F u s ion of fer s a f u l l a s s or t ment of Nigiri sushi and traditional Maki rolls such as California and Spider Rolls. What sets it apart from other sushi restaurants, however, are the signature Ko Fusion House Rolls. Be sure to bring your appetite and an adventurous attitude when you come here so you’ll be up for tr ying these unique combination Maki rol ls. Two of the most popular rol ls are the Red Dragon (snapper, salmon and tuna in spicy sauce topped with avocado and baked unaki) and the Volcano (baked shrimp and crabmeat w ith a med ium-spic y sauce on top of a Ca l i for n ia rol l). A l so h ig h ly recommended is the exclusive Lava Roll of crabmeat and black mushrooms wrapped in smoked salmon and baked sea scallops, all topped w ith cav ia r. If you’re not a l ready cr av i ng sush i a nd a ren’t ha l f way out t he door on your way to Ko Fusion, be sure to come in and check out the rest of the house specialties on their menu.

The runner-up for best sushi, which came in at a very close second, is Kamakura, which of fers an acclaimed selection of more traditional Japanese sushi. Rounding out the list is Sushi Count y. Sushi Count y is much more casual than Ko Fusion and Kamakura and is a great alternative, especially for students who don’t have easy access to off-campus transportation. —Daniel Glazer

BEST SANDWICH Potbelly Sandwich Works 501 E. Green St., C. 344-5601 Runners-Up: Jimmy John’s, 601 E. Green St., C. 344-4443 and four other locations in CU Subway, 616 E. Green St., C. 239-0108 and many other CU locations With its toasted bread and variety of sandwich choices, Potbelly is the perfect place to go for lunch, dinner or a mid-day snack. With everything from a gooey peanut butter and jelly sandwich to a meat-filled Italian, Potbelly seems to have something for every taste. With sandwiches priced at $3.79 across the board, customers can grab a cheap, quick bite on the run, or eat in the restaurant and enjoy the frequent live music performances.

Potbel l y of fer s 11 d i f ferent s a ndw ich choices including the traditional turkey breast, smoked ham, roast beef, tuna and chicken salad sandwiches. Other choices include the Vegetarian with mushrooms, cheese, and the customer’s choice of vegetables, as well as a pizza sandwich and PB&J. Potbelly also offers two unique sandwiches — the Italian and the Wreck. The Italian combines four different Italian meats and provolone cheese, while the Wreck is full of salami, roast beef, turkey and ham topped with Swiss cheese.

BEST PASTA Za’s 629 E. Green St., 352-2697 and 2006 W. Springfield Ave., 355-4990, C. Runners-Up: Biaggi’s Ristorante Italiano, 2235 S. Neil St., C. 356-4300 Noodles & Company, 528 E. Green St., C. 367-2000 Sometimes after days or weeks of grabbing something fast for lunch between classes, you stop and realize you want something more. Sure, you could grab a sandwich or a quesadilla, but what you really want is a place to sit down, relax and enjoy a plate of gourmet pasta. The problem of course, is where do you go to get such a truly quality meal without breaking the bank, and in enough time to make it back for your lab at 1 p.m.? The answer is Za’s.

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The employees of Potbelly actually enjoy their jobs. Kesha Riley has only been working at Potbelly since April, but she said “It’s one of the easiest, happiest places to work.

We like to keep things simple because that’s how people l ike it.”

Riley particularly enjoys the Italian sandw ich because, she said, “ it has just enough spice to keep me peppy,” an impor tant trait for a l l Potbel ly employees.

R i ley sa id that the most popu la r sa ndw ich by far is the Wreck which, accord ing to her, is ordered “at least t w ice as much as any other sandw ich.”

Student and frequent Potbelly’s customer M itch Col l ins ag rees that the Wreck, w ith its mu ltitude of meats and Sw iss cheese, is hard to beat.

“It’s the per fect combination of thing s,” he said “Ever yone needs to tr y it.”

His fr iend, Ben Shabad, recommends the Vegetar ian instead. “ T he br e a d i s t o a s t e d t o p e r fe c t ion ,” Shabad said. “And the var iet y of cheese and vegetables makes it a per fect sandw ich.”

No matter what he orders, Shabad agreed that Potbel ly has the best sandw iches and said that he comes in a l most ever y day to satisf y h is hunger.

Runners-up to Potbelly Sandwich Works were Jim my John’s, w ith their eight-inch subs and mu lt iple locat ions in Cha mpaig n-Urbana, as wel l as Subway, w ith its large selection and ever-ex pand ing menu.

—A manda Schu ltz generally have your food within minutes of placing your order. According to Louie Golden, general manager, fettuccini alfredo and chicken alfredo are among the most popular pasta dishes, and Za’s custom pastas give customers free reign when it comes to putting pasta together. If tortellini pasta with mushrooms, pepperoni and spicy marinara sauce is your thing (hey, to each his own), Za’s will hook you up. Or you can go the traditional route of spaghetti and meatballs; either entrée will be served quickly, and both are under $5.

One might think that the low prices and fast service come at a price, if nothing else than in the quality of the food, but this just isn’t the case. According to Golden, Za’s uses the same quality ingredients as other upscale Italian restaurants; the only difference is that the other guys charge more. And even when business is booming, Za’s isn’t likely to let long lines slow them down.

“Even when we’re doing $1000 an hour, you’re going to wait about five minutes to get your food,” said Golden.

Running a close second and third respectively behind Za’s were Biaggi’s and Noodles & Company. —Tom Lange

“THE BREAD IS TOASTED TO PERFECTION ... AND THE VARIETY OF CHEESE AND VEGETABLES MAKES IT A PERFECT SANDWICH.” — BEN SHABAD, DESCRIBING THE VEGETARIAN SANDWICH AT POTBELLY. sounds from the scene

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The blue-roofed pancake house is in the perfect location to provide students, who are stumbling home from the bars at 2 a.m. or taking the “walk of shame” in the early morning, with a meal that will wash that taste of stale booze out of their mouths and make their headaches fade away.

“St udent s l i ke to come i n because we have a com for table atmosphere with some good music,” said manager Dawn Gatwood. “Being open 24 hours also helps.”

W h i le you m ig ht say you just enjoy the fast service and big plates of food at IHOP, there are actually some scientif ic reasons why you should eat there to f ight the hangover.

Large helpings of food that are high in starches, like pancakes, waffles and French toast, will help soak up whatever alcohol is inside of you and keep it out of your bloodstream.

Orange juice and fruits ser ved with meals help replenish the vitamins and minerals (yes, they are actually good for something) in your body and wash out the nasty

BEST FOOD TO CURE A HANGOVER IHOP 308 E. Green St., C. 351-6972 Runners-Up: Merry Ann’s Diner, 1 E. Main St., C. and 1510 S. Neil St., C. 352-5399 McDonald’s, 1812 N. Neil St., C. and four other locations throughout CU There might not be a magical cure for those nasty hangovers after a night of hard partying, but IHOP could be the closest thing to a hangover vaccine.

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by-prodcts of a lcohol. Egg s a nd meat also help because they are high in amino acids, like cysteine, that fight alcoholic toxins. And you thought IHOP was just pancakes and syrup.

W h i le break fast food is a g reat way to combat the h a n g ove r i n t he m o r n i n g , IHOP may play an even bigger role in preventing the hangover from ever happening.

Wa l k by I HOP on a weekend night, and you’ll see that the place is packed with post-party students, taking in all the good stuff their stomachs can handle.

“The mornings are more for the families,” said Gatwood. “Most of the students come in at night and they are just looking to get fed.”

W h e t h e r i t ’s t o c o m b a t t h e i l l ef fect s of t he mor n i ng ha ngover or you r c on s c ie nc e m a k i n g a pr e e m p t i ve strike against the hangover the night before, IHOP seems to be a cure that would make polio vaccine inventor Jonas Salk jealous.

—Kyle Betts

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BEST DESSERT Cold Stone Creamery 505 E. Green St., C. 367-5555 Runners-Up: Moonstruck Chocolate Cafe, 703 Wright St, C. 367-7402 Insomnia Cookies, 502 E. John St., C. 328-0203 Tubs of white, green and pink fluffy frozen cream shiver in a case as patrons peer in to select the main facet of their frozen creation. Jars of M&M candies, Oreo cookies and other delectable mix-ins line the stage on which workers quickly fold ingredients into a cloud of ice cream in front of the customer’s eyes.

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tains of chocolate, coffee and vanilla ice cream with gigantic smiles under their noses. After sacrificing their body heat for this freezing mixture of everything-sugar, others wrap scarves around their necks and secure hats on their heads to keep themselves from freezing in the chilly weather.

Open since the spring, Cold Stone Creamery has been selected as the favorite place to get a dessert. No wonder. The ice creamery offers delicious ice cream concoctions after a strenuous exam or as a treat. After the grand opening, the store set records for ice cream sold at Cold Stones in Illinois.

The shop offers the option of making your own “custom creation” or choosing one of the many “original creations” like Caramel Turtle Temptation, which includes sweet cream ice cream, pecans, fudge and caramel, or Birthday Cake Remix, made of cake batter ice cream, rainbow sprinkles, a brownie and fudge.

The second choice for best dessert is another chain, Moonstruck Chocolate Cafe.

This establishment offers a plethora of rich truffles and holiday-themed chocolates, along with

ice cream, shakes a nd wa r m d r i n k s . Not on l y i s t h i s store a g reat place for steaming Mexican hot chocolate, it is also a quiet, comfortable place for students to study.

Insomnia Cookies, the third dessert venue chosen, delivers gooey, freshly baked cookies to your front door.

With six types of cookies, cookie cakes and a variety o f B e n a n d J e r r y ’s i c e cream flavors, there is something for ever yone at Insom n ia Cookies.

So whet her you a re reward ing your sel f for a good grade on a paper or celebrating a friend’s bi r t hd ay, Ch a mpa ig n def i n itely prov ides t he com mu n it y w it h plenty of sweet options.

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On the corner of Oregon Street and Mathews Avenue, the Red Herring Restaurant is located in the basement of the Channing-Mur ray Foundation Unitarian-Universalist spiritual center. The restaurant prides itself on its eclectic and affordable menu. Every day features a new entrĂŠe along with classic favorites like sandwiches and baked treats. More importantly, and most uniquely, the Red Herring is completely vegan â&#x20AC;&#x201D; something you canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t find very often in this area. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Being a vegetarian myself, I wish there was more places to eat, but Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m glad that this place exists as a healthy option for lunch,â&#x20AC;? manager Cherie said.

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Jimmy John’s 43 E. Green St., C. 344-6200 Runners-Up: Silvercreek, 402 N. Race St., U. 328-3402 Biaggi’s, 2235 S. Neil St., C. 356-4300, tied with Za’s, 629 E. Green St., C. 352-2697 Jimmy Johns — “Subs so fast you’ll freak.”

Accord ing to Adam Kaplan, a sophomore in LAS, it’s not just a slogan: “One time, I ordered a sub, but forgot to ask for day-old bread. So I called back right away and they told me that my sub was already on its way. I literally freaked.”

B e a t i n g o u t S i l v e r c r e e k , B i a g g i ’s and Za’s, this sub sandwich chain seems to be “the” place to order food on those late nights when you are drunk off your ass with a mere four or f ive bucks in you wallet. So what makes JJ’s the shit? Maybe it’s the 50 cent bread. Maybe it’s the reliability and speed of the food. Maybe it’s the “healthy” choice after a night of binge drinking. Or maybe it’s the blue magic pixie dust that they slip in your sammich ( just kidding!). Whatever it is, there’s a distinctly delicious burst of meaty f lavors in every bite ... unless of course you’re a veggie lover, like JJ fan Brian Gipson, who says “It’s like an intravenous injection of lettuce for the brain.”

But not all is bright and happy in the world of fresh, untoasted subs! Some people merely find it mediocre and some think they’re outright outrageous. As Dave Sargent says, “it’s the most unfreaky place you could ever imagine. Quiznos maybe, because they toast their shit, but Jimmy Johns is just a classic Amercian sub.” However, despite these legitimate and sometimes vile criticisms, the good ol’ people in Chambana seem to love Jimmy and his wonderful food. But don’t take my word for it — look to the right to see what real people had to say. —Jeff Gross

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Jagshemash! People that laugh at religious, social and ethnic intolerances are those who lack morality and a conscience, but so be it — those things are overrated anyway. Borat is the funniest movie of 2006 and allows audiences to disregard any ounce of humanity, because laughing is just too hard to avoid.

In Borat’s own thick accent, there are only two words that can be used to describe this much anticipated f ilm: I like!

British comic Sacha Baron Cohen plays the character of Borat, a reporter from Kazakhstan who travels to America to explore the cultural differences. Arriving in New York with his friend Azamat (Ken Davitian), he f a l l s i n love w ith Pa mela A nder son a f ter watching Baywatch. Borat’s new objective is to take a road trip to California to marr y Anderson, stopping at cities along the way to aggravate people.

Borat marks the second movie based on a character from Da Ali G Show — the f irst being the straight-to-video Ali G Indahouse,

wh ich was a purely scr ipted fol low ing of Cohen’s “white-rapper” personality. However, what brought success to the HBO show and its characters were their interactions with people through interviews and run-ins.

Even though Borat incorporated a scripted aspect to the movie, the bigger laughs came from citizens’ reactions to Borat’s faux pas, such as inviting a prostitute to a high-class dinner. The movie capitalized on this type of humor well enough to earn respected laughs.

This Jackass-style entertainment works, but Borat had potential to be much funnier. Some of the moments which made him so successful on HBO were from him losing wrestling matches or performing awkward skits with strangers. Borat’s humor was heavily dialogue driven and didn’t capitalize on the clumsiness that makes him so special. Despite this, there are still countless amounts of hilarious scenes that f ind ways to make audiences laugh with Borat’s controversial remarks and mocking of the “U, S and A.” Chenquieh!

Sacha Baron Cohen as Borat sings Kazakhstan’s National Anthem to the tune of America’s National Anthem before a Texas rodeo. Let’s just say that Borat didn’t get any audience applause.

in-laws will arrive shortly. So in order to keep his true identity a secret, he makes them believe he’s a simple Canadian toy maker.

Screenwriters Edward Decter and John J. Strauss spin this rather routine tale into an interesting It’s a Wonderful Life territory, when Frost steals Santa’s magical snow globe and gets Santa to admit he wished he never became Santa, thus transforming them back 12 years and allowing Frost to assume Santa’s identity. With that, Frost turns the North Pole into an expensive amusement park where toys are sold for outrageous prices and making the delivery of free toys no longer necessary.

Director Michael Lembeck, who shot the previous Santa Clause 2, reunites several of the previous films’ casts and gets a humorous performance from Martin Short as Frost and pleasantly effective performances from Elizabeth Mitchell, Ann-Margret and Alan Arkin, as Mrs. Claus and her parents, respectively.

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The Santa Clause 3: The Escape Clause opens with Mrs. Claus telling a classroom of elf students about a time, not so long ago, when she felt neglected and homesick for her human relatives.

In the story she tells it was nearly Christmas, she was very pregnant and didn’t know if her workaholic hubby would be around when she delivered their baby. No, this isn’t some postmodern look at a modern fable; it’s still wholesome, G-rated, Disney fare, with a family values message that’s even sensitive to modern blended families.

Tim Allen returns as the sometimes reluctant Father Christmas and the former Scott Calvin, who became Santa a dozen years before when he frightened the original Santa off his roof in the first Santa Clause film. Allen’s comic timing and turn of the lame pun is in its usual top form.

The main narrative has Santa in near crisis, not only awaiting the birth of his first child, but also because the ever-jealous Jack Frost is causing havoc in the North Pole. Added to this, Santa’s

Can’t wait for Christmas? Get in the mood with The Santa Clause 3, starring Tim Allen as Kris Kringle (right) and Martin Short as Jack Frost.

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ELYSE RUSSO • ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT EDITOR

In a world where the Christian and pagan collide, Krannert Center’s production of Dancing at Lughnasa is a heartfelt story of five sisters living in 1940s Ballybeg, Ireland; my first thought was Little Women, but with Irish brogues. In a similar vein with Brian Friel’s other plays, Lughnasa captures the nitty-gritty of Ireland’s middle-lower class, showcasing their religious beliefs, mores and attitudes. I saw a production of Friel’s The Home Place in London, and I can honestly say that I thought Krannert’s production of Lughnasa was better.

Lughnasa is a memory play narrated through the eyes of one of the sister’s now-adult son sounds from the scene

Michael (Eduardo Garcia), who grew up in the home with the five sisters. He recounts their daily lives, specifically the memory of when his Uncle Jack returned from a 25-year mission trip to a leper colony in Uganda, a place where he has left his Christian priesthood behind. The sisters — Kate, Maggie, Chris (Michael’s mother), Rose and Agnes — try to help Jack recover from malaria, which he contracted on his trip, but this endeavor is only frustrating because of Jack’s difficulty remembering English words and names.

In terms of the acting, I was impressed with all of the casting choices; the consistency of the Irish

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Dancing at Luhgnasa finishes its run at Krannert this weekend at the Studio Theatre, Thursday-Saturday, Nov. 9-11 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, Nov. 12 at 3 p.m. For tickets call 333-6280.

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Keep in mind, the most important aspect of a sex toy is how well it works for you. For example, we have heard women say they bought the Jack Rabbit vibrator that became popular after Charlotte used it on Sex in the City, only to find that it was too big, or that the clit vibrator on it was over-stimulating. What works well for someone else may or may not work well for you.

We selected the toys below based on user-friendliness, versatility and being sex positive. Enjoy!

BEST COUPLE’S TOY: VIBRATING COCKRING We’ve wanted to spread the word to folks about the vibrating cockring for a while now because it’s always getting rave reviews and has a lot to offer both partners in a variety of ways. This is a must-try for just about any couple: male/female, male/male and female/female.

Vibrating cockrings boast a variety of features, but the most basic version is a flexible ring, usually made of jelly rubber or silicone, that stretches to fit around the base of a penis or dildo. A “magic bullet” or small vibrator fits into a pouch on top of the ring, providing stimulation for both partners. Using a vibrating cockring can mean more orgasms, clitoral stimulation and prolonged erections.

How does it work? When a man feels aroused, blood flows into the spongy tissue of his penis and causes an erection. The slight tightness the ring provides helps keep the blood in the penis, thereby prolonging erection. The vibrations can also be felt on his testicles if the ring is worn close enough to the base of his penis. A male friend who wore the ring said, “The orgasm took longer to come, but when it did it was so good I had to uncurl my toes.” When using a vibrating cockring on a dildo, the person strapping-on can also feel mild vibrations from the vibrator on top of the ring.

The vibrating cockring also has obvious appeal to the ladies since the vast majority of women don’t reach orgasm from penetration alone. For couples having penetrative vaginal sex with a penis or dildo, the idea is that the cockring will stimulate her clitoris during sex. This toy is a welcome addition for many couples who enjoy penetrative vaginal sex, but are looking to enhance it a bit.

But that’s not all. The vibrating cockring can also be used for penetrative anal sex. The inserting partner can put the ring on their penis or dildo and turn it upside down when penetrating the rectum for added stimulation to the perineum.

There are special vibrating cockrings available with added perineum stimulators so that both the clitoris and perineum can be stimulated at the same time. Other features include vibrators with adjustable speeds, remote control, glow in the dark rings and more.

BEST G-SPOT/P-SPOT STIMULATOR: SLIM G VIBE This ultimate multipurpose vibrating toy is made of a firm plastic. It has a long handle for those with disabilities to grip more easily and can be used for both external and internal stimulation for men and women. It boasts a variety of speeds, making it accommodating for a wide audience. Don’t be fooled by “G” in the name.

In addition to G-spot stimulation, this toy can also stimulate the prostate in men … also known as the P-spot.

BEST FOR PENIS PLAY: FLESHLIGHT I f you’r e lo ok i n g for a h i g h - q u a l it y masturbation sleeve that’s made to feel tight and “realistic,” the Fleshlight may be your thing. When used with plenty of lubrication, reviewers say it is a masturbation experience unlike all others. Think: blowjob minus the teeth. The Fleshlight can also be used with a vibrator for added stimulation.

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If going to a sex store is not your thing, try visiting your local drug or department store and pick up a regular old vibrating massager. It can be used to stimulate the outside of the body, including nipples, clitoris, buttocks, perineum and anus.

If you’re broke, like most students, and can’t afford sex toys, don’t fret. Often the best sex toys are the ones you were born with: your hands.

Calling all college students! Let us know what topics you’d like to see covered in an upcoming Doin’ It Well column. Kim and Kate are professional sex educators. Contact them at riceandruin@yahoo.com.

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When George W. Bush replaced Bill Clinton as U.S. president, Bush’s advisor Karl Rove decided to take extraordinary measures in cleansing the White House of the previous occupants’ energy.

Rove was especially obsessed with banishing the “evil spirits” in Hillary Clinton’s office, which is why he summoned three Catholic priests to perform an exorcism. I urge you to do something equally vivid in order to purge the lingering vibes of people and things that you know are no good for you, Aries. Remember, though, that this has nothing to do with perpetrating revenge or harm. It’s all about cleansing and reprogramming those parts of you that are still emotionally entangled with the bad influences.

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Early in his film career, actor Oliver Hardy often played the parts of bad guys. But when he joined with Stan Laurel to collaborate on their series of comedic movies, he became a likable buffoon. I predict you’ll soon be the beneficiary of a comparable conversion, Taurus.

Some troubling or adversarial influence in your life will become warmer and fuzzier, maybe even downright helpful and amusing. The psychological term for a conversion this dramatic is enantiodromia. It refers to the process whereby something changes into its opposite.

It won’t be as freakish as it might initially appear. The unexpected transformation will be the result of an organic process.

GEMINI

May 21 – June 20

My colleague Ro Loughran (www.yoursouljourney.com) has an interesting theory about astrology. She starts with the hypothesis that some version of reincarnation is true. Then she proposes that in each lifetime, a soul chooses a particular astrological sign because the qualities of that sign are what the soul wants to learn about.

In other words, being born a Gemini doesn’t mean you’re automatically a wizard at being a Gemini. On the contrary, in this lifetime you’ve become a Gemini in order to master the art of being one.

You’re here to get the hang of what it’s like to be smart and versatile and precise and witty. Your assignment is to keep yourself endlessly entertained and build a strong center of gravity as you juggle a variety of activities and ideas and friends. This week is a perfect time to meditate on how lucky you are to have been given this gift, and to recommit yourself to using it to the fullest.

CANCER

June 21 – July 22

If you’re ever in your life going to be hired to model underwear or get invited by a magazine to expound on your love-making secrets, it will happen soon. If you ever thought it might be fun to see what might happen if you tried to hypnotize someone with your animal magnetism or seduce someone with your telepathic magic, give it a go now. If you’ve been waiting for the perfect moment to gather rosary beads, the Torah, a Buddhist prayer wheel, a five-pointed silver star, and a statue of the Hindu goddess Shakti, and then unleash a sexy prayer for your supreme dream in the direction of every deity that might listen, this would be a good time.

LEO

July 23 – Aug. 22

The time is right to send out a big “Hey!” and “Thank you!” to all the little voices in your head. Start with the still, small voice that’s always ready to provide concise responses to the ingenious questions you come up with. But please also acknowledge every one of the other little voices as well--even the crabby, reactive naysayer that’s forever on the lookout for insults to your dignity, however tiny or unintentional; even the worrywart that wakes you up in the middle of the night to pester you with doubts and fears. Love all the little voices in your head, Leo. Celebrate their vitality, their persistence, their attentiveness. You’re lucky to have such a zealous group of advisors, even if all but one of them are off the mark a lot of the time.

VIRGO

Aug. 23 – Sept. 22

LIBRA

Sept. 23 – Oct.22

SCORPIO

Oct. 23 – Nov. 21

S AG I T TA R I U S

Nov. 22 – Dec. 21

CAPRICORN

Dec. 22 – Jan. 19

AQUA R I U S

Jan. 20 – Feb. 18

“Talent hits a target no one else can hit,” said German philosopher Arthur Schopenhauer. “Genius hits a target no one else can see.” That could and should apply to you, Scorpio, at least during the month of November. I believe that you have a heightened ability to access special talents that have been partially dormant up till now. If you summon the gall to be almost crazily confident, you’ll soon be scoring bull’s-eyes on targets that no one else can see, let alone hit.

Your soul’s epic journey is in the midst of a plot twist that’s so complicated and beautiful, it would be impossible to exhaust our discussion about its meaning. But I have to start somewhere, so here goes. Among the many opportunities you now have, these are among the most spectacular: (1) the possibility of making your existing problems more interesting than they’ve ever been; (2) the possibility of attracting fresh challenges that are more stimulating and useful than your same old predictable dilemmas.

Climbing Mt. Everest bored the renowned mountaineer Alex Lowe, even when he did it solo without any supplemental oxygen. “Everest held none of the riddles he delighted in solving on remote walls and unnamed ice smears,” wrote Outside magazine. “He preferred places that offered ‘serious consequences’ and little in the way of record-book glory.” One of Lowe’s colleagues added, “It was astonishing what Alex was able to do. And do alone, without bragging.” Lowe himself once said, “The best climber is the one who has the most fun.” I recommend his attitude for you right now, Capricorn.

Go after the accomplishments that make your heart sing rather than those that make your ego swell.

In 1945, violinist Yehudi Menuhin and pianist Benjamin Britten played their music for the recently freed inmates of the Belsen concentration camp in Germany. I urge you to make them your role models in the coming week. Give a generous sampling of your finest talents to those less fortunate than you, or to someone who has just escaped a harrowing ordeal. Aside from the blessing that will bestow on the recipient, it will also set in motion beneficial developments in your own life.

PISCES

Feb. 19 – March 20

Everyone has about 1,500 dreams a year. Of those, maybe 1,420 are confusing, indecipherable, and can’t be mined for valuable revelations about the inner workings of your psyche by even the most skilled dream interpreter. That leaves 80 intensely useful letters to your conscious self from your deep unconscious. Any one of them could break you out of self-defeating patterns and transform your life forever. This week there’s an especially high likelihood that your nightly adventures will be beautiful teachings that are coherent enough to recall. What do you plan to do about it?

Homework: Which of your dead ancestors would you most like to talk to? Imagine conversations with them. Describe them by going to http://realastrology.com and clicking on “Email Rob.”

Sometimes, Virgo, you’re too damn smart for your own good. You may describe a problem so brilliantly, for instance, that you think you’ve solved it merely by talking about it, and never get around to actually fixing it. On other occasions your fine mind runs amuck in an orgy of razor-sharp analysis, cutting things apart in order to understand them but not putting them back together again. I beg you not to indulge in these excesses during the coming week. Your intelligence will be soaring beyond even its usual exceptional levels, and it would be a shame for you not to capitalize on it momentously.

“Dear Rob: Most of the Librans I know, including me, are adept at creating opportunities and generating energy out of humbling experiences, which they seem to have plenty of. But is it too much to ask that we might someday come into contact with bright new possibilities that emerge from empowering experiences? Just wondering. -Overly Patient Libra.” Dear Overly Patient: Funny you should bring this up. According to my analysis of the astrological omens, you’re due to receive an unexpected gift that will prime your ambitions. To encourage its arrival, I suggest you ask clearly and playfully for a boisterous inspiration that will fuel your lusty courage.

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HANK PATTON Designer LIKES Yummm, Dos Reales.

While I don’t agree with a lot of the best winners in the food section, the readers really nailed this one. How Dos didn’t also win best food service is beyond me. I don’t believe I have ever had to ask for a drink refill or more chips, and those guys carry more plates in one arm than I could carry with three. And Cold Stone for best dessert? Yeah, all right, I’ll give them that. I love their ice cream, but I begrudgingly agree with their selection as best dessert. As much as I love their ice cream, I hate their atmosphere and the singing. Waiting in line for 45 minutes for ice cream is bad enough, but do I have to hear some jackass song every time someone leaves a tip?

GRIPES I do not think Papa Del’s is the best pizza in town. It’s all right, and probably better than any of the large chain pizza restaurants in town, but it is severely overrated. Granted, I am a bit biased because I don’t love deep-dish pizza, but my vote for best pizza goes to Antonio’s; it’s cheap, fast and delicious. Also, even though I really like Potbelly — they have good sandwiches and great milk shakes — they have nothing on Penn Station Subs. Penn Station has a much better selection for best sandwich and they have the best fries of any chain restaurant.

ELYSE RUSSO Arts and Entertainment editor LIKES I ’m g l a d G u m b y ’s won for best late night munchies because I am seriously in love with Pokey Stix. They are ultimately the brutal cause of my Freshman 15. But I don’t care because they are so scrumptious.

Also, I’m glad Za’s won for best place to have a first date, since that’s where my current boyfriend and I had our first date and we’ve been dating for about a year and a half. Clearly, the longevity of our relationship must have something to do with the pasta and panini magic that we shared at Za’s on that first date.

GRIPES I completely disagree with Murphy’s claiming the title for best beer selection. Voters, what were you thinking? The winner for this category should have been the Blind Pig (120 N. Walnut St., Champaign), no question. Maybe Murphy’s has the best on-campus beer selection, but if you haven’t been the Blind Pig in downtown Champaign yet, get your ass there pronto. Also, I prefer to get my nails done at Dazzling Nails — I’ve never even heard of H2O. It’s only $30 for a mani/pedi and they’re continuously playing movies on their huge TV so you can be entertained while you’re getting your nails did. Absoltely fab.

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TATYANA SAFRONOVA Community editor LIKES Chev y’s Fresh Mex Re s t au r a n t (10 3 W. Marketview Dr., Champaign) should have won best Mexican food. So Chev y’s isn’t authentic. And it’s corporate. And it’s really far from campus. But I wholeheartedly believe their fresh-made ultra-slim tortilla chips beat any other free chips and their salsa is phenomenal: salt and tomatoes never tasted so good. Unlike Dos Reales (the best Mexican pick), they can actually stuff a whole pepper with cheese without it turning into a little puddle of goo, and along with the usual side of rice and beans, they include a little ball of cornmeal. That’s a little ball of happiness for this editor.

And if it’s your birthday, you score a free sombrero, an ice cream and a well-rehearsed celebratory performance. Oh Chevy’s, you had me at “Can I take your order?”

GRIPES Campustown. It’s swell and cute, but people seem to have the biggest fear about stepping outside of Campustown’s all-too-familiar boundaries. The best of winners are a prime example, and they seem to be mostly tied to the few blocks of Green Street and the Quad. Perhaps this is a good chance to take a breath and get on a bus. Go try the sandwiches at Caffe Paradiso, have a cup of coffee at Cafe Kopi, try the desserts at the Great Impasta and sit down for a drink at Barfly. Then go to the Priceless Books used bookstore in downtown Urbana and avoid all distractions. There’s a bigger world out there.

ANNETTE GONZALEZ Calendar editor LIKES I’m glad Jimmy John’s won best delivery. When Jimmy John’s ads push the concept of “subs so fast you’ll freak” they’re not kidding. You order a sandwich and as soon as you put the phone down they’re already at your door. It’s amazing! I don’t know how the drivers manage to get to places so quickly, but they do. Even though I’m sure they’re driving at top speeds, they never spill your drink.

GRIPES Best dancing at Joe’s? Let me just say for the record that I do like Joe’s, I even go there frequently, however I definitely disagree that it is the best spot to go dance. I go to Joe’s to have some drinks with friends and maybe dance a little, but find that I can’t because the dance floor is relatively small with the large number of people that cram in there on the weekends. Plus the music selection is not really my thing. Anytime I’m there they play the type of songs you want to sing along to when you’re trashed, but it’s not really anything I could dance to. If I were to choose a spot for dancing, I would go with Soma. sounds from the scene

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MONICA BETEL Designer LIKES While I don’t drink Starbucks coffee, the winner of the best coffee category, their chai frappuccinos and iced green tea lattes are delicious. The iced teas from other places on campus tend to be too bitter and they skimp out on the soy milk. Also, I just recently visited Ko Fusion for the first time a few weeks ago, and their sushi really is the best of the best. While pricey, you pay for what you get and won’t be disappointed. I especially love their martinis. Hopefully I can persuade my parents to treat me to a sushi dinner the next time they come to town.

GRIPES I was surprised that Merry Ann’s Diner didn’t win for best late night munchies. Apparently, a lot of people don’t go downtown. This place is awesome to go to af ter you visit the bars downtown or even during the day af ter a thrif t store shopping spree. Their omelets and milk shakes are amazing and the prices are affordable. I’m also pretty upset Cold Stone won best dessert. I just really don’t like their ice cream. It’s way too sweet and creamy and it makes me sick to my stomach most of the time. The prices are high and I feel the ser ving size is way too big.

ANNA STATHAM Music editor LIKES Champaign-Urbana has good taste in Asian food. I am in love with both Ko Fusion and Basil Thai, so props on adequately picking Best Sushi and Best Thai Food. However, my favorite pick — by far — was the winner for best dance venue: Joe’s.

How is that not hilarious given The Pole is the centerpiece of the bar? My idea for a category next year is Potentially the Most Popular Major If Only U of I Offered It. I don’t think I’m going too far out on a limb here by saying that Pole Dancing would win, hands down.

GRIPES I unofficially title this issue the Best Of Campustown. The fact that Jimmy John’s had the highest amount of collective votes is both disappointing and weird. First of all, they don’t have much — if anything — to do with Champaign-Urbana because there are about 312 locations in the state of Illinois. I think the votes could have better reflected eateries that are unique to our town instead of unique to the entire world. Strawberry Fields. The Bread Company. Papa Del’s. And, if you don’t get what I am saying, it is that Jimmy John’s is a chain and is therefore by no means the best part of this town or, in my opinion, the best part of anything. I think any business that has a Web site with a national “store locator” feature should be disqualified in future Best Of issues by default. However, I will say that I like their day-old bread.

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RENEE OKUMURA Designer LIKES Yes, the students of Champaign are right. Ko Fusion is ultimately the best place for sushi. I was a little afraid that Sushi County would win, but the students know better than that. Ko Fusion not only creates the best sushi, but they have a great atmosphere and offer a beautiful sit-down bar where you can order a cocktail and watch those Japanese chefs make their magic. Another like is Los Amigos (404 E. Green St., Champaign), the new eatery on Green Street. Ever heard? Their Mexican food is way more authentic than Qdoba and Chipotle, and if you like rice water then you’ll like theirs. Plus, the service is great. You gotta give it a try.

GRIPES What?! Joe’s is the best place to go dancing? I’m disappointed because I was pretty sure The Highdive was the best place to go for a night of hot, crazy fun. I hate Joe’s because not only is their dance floor built for a mere twenty people, but I absolutely hate those black lights that make you look like you have a bad case of dandruff. If you want to dance without looking like a flaky-scalped freak, then hail to The Highdive! And about those late-night munchies ... When I first came to campus, everyone said that Gumby’s is the best place to satisfy your 1 a.m. cravings. I gave it a try and found it to too greasy for my liking. Their Pokey Stix are drenched in oil and I don’t know about you, but I would rather fill-up on something a little more edible.

BRITTANY BINDRIM Art director LIKES The Humane Society is the best place to pick up a new pet. I totally agree with you guys. I did some community service there (yeah, I was a bad kid and got an underage drinking ticket my freshman year,) and totally bonded with this cat named Theodore.

All the other cats would scratch me when I had to put them back in their cages, get in fights with other cats, or run away. But not Theodore. He was so chill — he would just let me lift him back into his cage. After finishing my hours, I brought him home.

I thought Theodore was a pretty lame name for such a cool cat so I renamed him Villain, because he’s really laid back cat and one day out came, “He’s chilling like a villain.” And he’s a black kitty. Something good definitely came out of drinking underage.

GRIPES So, the best place to meet a one-night stand is Kam’s? Ew. I know quality isn’t the always the main feature one looks for in a one-night stand candidate, but ew. Maybe I disagree with the winner because I hate Kam’s. Maybe it’s because I’ve never had any fun any of the times that I was dragged there freshmen year. Maybe it’s because I’m not all that into the Greek lifestyle and I generally don’t really find the guys that go there all that attractive. Maybe it’s because I’m a jaded old senior. But come on guys, you can do better. Don’t shoot so low, and try to get off of campus once in awhile!

ERIN SCOTTBERG Editor in chief LIKES How perfectly fitting is it that The White Horse, the karaoke night with $5 rum and cola specials, won for best karaoke. This means that readers ranked fun over talent and that’s fine by me. I can’t carry a tune to save my life — I think my mic was actually unplugged once — so I’m glad my peers value entertainment over skill. Notice that Geovanti’s came in second place. I wonder if that has anything to do with the 75 cent drafts and $3 pitchers? With drink specials like those, thank goodness the Union won best place to nap. After a late night belting it out at one of the above locations, the Union’s comfy leather couches are prefect for the between-class nap. And when you’re that desperate for a snooze, you don’t even feel like a creepo slinking from room to room, waiting for an empty seat. My insider tip? Try the Pine Lounge first — you can usually score there.

GRIPES How could Miko’s not even be in the top three for best sushi? Not only do they have the best rainbow roll in town, but if you order an entree or an entree’s worth of sushi (which is easy to do), you get free trays of kim chee, tempura sweet potatoes, pickled vegetables and other palate-wetters. They also have Teppanyaki-style cooking and a killer lunch buffet from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Tuesday through Friday. I didn’t even have to look that up — that’s how often you can find me there. Anyway, they’re owned by the same people as Ko Fusion. WTF? Also, while Potbelly has great chili, a cheap menu and a decent sub, they don’t serve CU’s best sandwich. And Jimmy John’s as a runner-up? No way. They skimp on the ingredients (don’t even bother paying extra for avocado, you can’t taste it) and you have to ask for all your bread. If you want a sandwich done right, check out Caffe Paradiso (701 S. Lincoln Ave., Urbana). But I guess with their Urbana locations and campus-obsessed voters, it’s no wonder these lively establishments missed out.

Well guess what, folks? You’re missing out.

MEGHAN WHALEN Copy chief LIKES I love, love, love Papa Del’s and think they deserve best pizza. I’m a senior and I don’t know what I’ll do without it (or my infinite CU food options) once I’m gone.

Though maybe I’ll stop being fat. I’m also happy about Murphy’s winning best jukebox. Maybe I’m kind of biased because it’s my favorite campus bar, but I’ve definitely had some good times drunkenly singing Billy Joel’s “We Didn’t Start the Fire” thanks to that thing.

GRIPES I am so sad that Radio Maria didn’t get more recognition. The atmosphere, food, amazing wine list — everything about it is wonderful. It’s a small place in downtown Champaign and is great place if you want to get a nice dinner away from Campustown. The menu is very eclectic and it’s all quite delicious — I recommend the crab cakes. I had my birthday dinner there and my entire family loved it as well. Many on-campus don’t know about Radio Maria, but I highly recommend it.

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LISA FISHERKELLER Copy editor LIKES I was thrilled to see that Legends won best spor t s bar. Legends has been one of my favorite bars for years, and I think it has been severely underrated. They have excellent food, fun games to play and you can actually hear the person sitting across from you. And I’ve never had to pay cover, which is a rare occurrence at many CU bars. Most weekend — and occasionally weekday — nights, when headed to other campus bars, I find myself praying for cheap cover, meaning less than $5. With Legends, I never have to worry and I can save my ATM trips for later in the evening. Plus, what’s better than a bar where you can start with happy hour and dinner, have more drinks and watch whatever big sporting event happens to be on and then (after a few drinking games, perhaps) enjoy some good, greasy drunk food. Maybe a delicious basket of fries.

GRIPES Murphy’s Pub won best jukebox, which may be well-deserved, but have you ever heard anyone rave about the awesome jukebox there? I haven’t — in fact I’ve never heard any bar’s jukebox be specifically mentioned. So, it’s not so much the fact that Murphy’s won, because personally I enjoy going to Murphy’s, but the category of jukebox in general. Sure, Murphy’s may have one with special features, but most poor college students would rather spend their cash on more drinks, not getting their favorite song played over the sound system. People usually talk about the style of music a bar will play — whether it’s pop or rock, etc — but who really cares how the music is selected, even if it is from a super cool jukebox? Personally, my extra dollar will be going toward the drink special of the night.

AUSTIN HAPPEL Photo editor LIKES Basil Thai does have good Thai food. I go there, like, all the time.

It’s pretty awesome. As much as I hate to admit it, I have definitely gone to IHOP after a solid night of drinking, so it’s no wonder that the International House won best hangover food. The Red Herring Restaurant, winner of best vegetarian menu options, is awesome as well. Even if you’re not a vegetarian, you should go there anyway. Their food is great.

GRIPES Murphy’s does not have the best beer selection in Champaign-Urbana. Granted, it’s a nice place to go and it’s close to campus for all those students, but shit. Downtown Champaign has much more to offer in terms of beer selection. Mike ’n Molly’s and The Blind Pig both have much, much bigger beer selections than Murphy’s. Lame. Another thing I’m not diggin’ is how nearly all the winners of this issue’s Best Of CU are on Green Street. People: Get off campus more often!

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t happens every fall. After a summer away we return to school, only to be shocked, appalled and overjoyed by the changes to campus. To the University and surrounding Campustown, modifications like the nifty countdown walk signals or automated bus schedules are subtle. Other revisions, like the smoking ban or a new Mexican food joint or coffee shop (Chipotle and Starbucks, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m looking at you) are more drastic. So, starting with the least important, I present a list of the top four things that used to be here, but are no longer.

4. 25 LOOPâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S FORMER ROUTE Category: Best MTD bus route I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t really remember all of 25 Loopâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s old routes, but I know before last winter, it turned off Green Street and stopped by the Library. MTD reportedly made changes to the route to improve pedestrian safety. Unfortunately, since the change, the 25â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s route resembles less of a loop and more of straight line.

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The Union is contractually bound to only show MTVu on the four new TVs. The channel cannot be changed. Ever. Only the two flat-panels in the Courtyard can be turned off; the one in the basement must be on as long as the food court is open.

This vexes me. There are two University-controlled televisions that can show any channel but theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re located on the east side of the Courtyard, where seating is limited. The lack of choice is frustrating. MTVu is obnoxious and contrived, and I havenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t seen many people watching so Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m not sure itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s an improvement. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve never been a fan of General Hospital or Fox News, but after a semester of this, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d rather listen to Bill Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Reillyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s taunts over My Chemical Romanceâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wails. Say what you will about the old TVs, but at least if the programming sucked, students could watch something else. It all comes down to control: if TV is going to feed me a bunch of crap, I want to be the one holding the remote.

3. TV IN THE UNION 2. RECORD SERVICE Category: Best time-killer between classes Category: Best place to buy music Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hard to avoid one of the newest additions to the The closing of Record Service epitomized the Union. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m not talking about the new Quad Shop death of two eras: small retail shops being able to (which is nice) or Serendipity, but MTVu, which has compete with larger, more efficient chain stores, officially made the Illini Union its home. Early this and paying for music. The first one bothers me, the Music Sook " # $ "( "" %)) "

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1. DEE BROWN Category: Best face to represent campus Simply put, Dee Brown is the best thing to happen to this campus â&#x20AC;&#x201D; I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t think you can overestimate what he did for the schoolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s image. Brown represents a great Illinois story of someone who worked up from modest means to the highest levels in his business.

Smart, hard-nosed and times a little brash, heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s much like Illinois students. Brown wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t the best player in college basketball; most of the time he wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t even the best player on the Illinois squad. But he was electrifying, and for this, we loved him. As his shoes said, Illinois was his team, and everyone in the country knew it. He had a large hand in attracting to Illinois some of the most consistently positive press nationwide. By putting a face on a big school, he kept the University of Illinois in the national spotlight. You can keep the great products of Illinois: Roger Ebert, Mosaic, Nobel Laureates and a historic cornfield. I suspect that until the University finds a new student which represents the school in a similarly positive way, Dee Brown will be the watermark against all for a long time to come.

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