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This popular jam band takes the stage at the Canopy Club at 9 p.m. tonight. Tickets are $25 in advance.

The Concept College of Cosmetology in Urbana will host this event aimed at providing women who are undergoing cancer treatment with tips on wig, nail and skin care at 5:30 p.m. All patients will receive a complimentary makeup kit.

friday 14 Candy Foster & Shades of Blue Catch local blues musician Candy Foster and his band at the Embassy Tavern tonight. The show begins at 9 p.m., and tickets are $5.

IUB Must See Comedy Night: John Oliver and Special Guest Don’t miss The Daily Show correspondent John Oliver at the Illini Union at 8 p.m. Tickets are $5 for students and $7 for the general public. Get there early because audience capacity will be restricted to the first 800 students.

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FREEZE! Body Police Inner Voices Social Issues Theatre will present two one-act plays examining the issue of body image at Busey Evans Residence Hall at 8 p.m. The show is free, and an audience discussion will follow.

Free Bike Repair Classes Check out the tools and work stands you can use to fix your own bike and tour the collection of parts, spares and used bikes at the Urbana-Champaign Independent Media Center at 3 p.m.

Rainbow Coffeehouse The LGTBQA Caucus of the GEO offers the opportunity to learn more about the LGTBQ representation in the Graduate Employees’ Organization at 6:30 p.m. at the Wesley-United Methodist Church.

The Big Lebowski Come watch as “the Dude abides” at the Virginia Theatre at 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. Tickets are $5, and all proceeds benefit restoration efforts for the theatre.

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Laugh it up at the Iron Post as the Zoo Improv Comedy Troupe takes the stage. The show begins at 8 p.m.

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e d i t o r ’ s n o t e by Stephanie Prather This issue is all about you, faithful readers. You voted online or with your old school paper ballot and submitted it with fingers crossed that your favorite CU hotspots would make the cut. So now the votes have been tallied, we’ve sent out a flurry of reporters and photographers

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and documented your choices in this fat, lovely issue of buzz. The winners in this issue are entirely readergenerated and up for discussion. We invite you to discuss the results, or anything else on your mind, on our new forums at the217.com. Or if you’re upset about the results and didn’t vote this year, here’s an interesting concept: vote. Many winners won by just a few votes, so every reader’s vote counts.

There has been speculation by certain Captain Obvious title-holders that we just did a Best of CU issue in March. Truth is, 2008 was so awesome it needed two issues honoring the best of the best. And from now on the issue will happen in the late fall instead of spring, in case you were wondering. My favorite thing about this issue is that it’s a huge team effort for our staff. We work our jour-

nalistic butts off to make this issue happen. So thanks to our staff, especially Matt Harlan and his team of graphic designers, Mark Grabowski and his tiny army of copy editors, the buzz photo staff and the section editors, who did a great job coordinating all the coverage. Without you guys this issue wouldn’t happen. So here it is. Love ‘em or hate ‘em, these are the reader picks for the Best of CU!

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Time to Ferment Grow up but when you’re ready When I graduated college, I was sort of an idiot. I’m sure a fairly compelling argument could be made that I haven’t veered far from that destination since then, but for the next 900 words or so, let’s pretend I have. After 16 years of schooling, I wasn’t particularly smart. Oh, I had got decent grades and had a pretty good knowledge of many things, but I think that just made me somewhat intelligent, not exactly smart. I understood things but not in a way I could apply them effectively. That fancy book learning was great and all, but it was really just a small percentage of the knowledge I needed to acquire. I wasn’t prepared to head out into the workforce. It came down to two things: I wasn’t really mature in any way, and I didn’t know what the hell I wanted to do. I drank like I was still in college (by the way, I still do that, but it’s down to about one night a week rather than all seven nights). I didn’t really care about my job after the first week or so either. This made for a bad combination. I still did the work and I was more than adequate at it, but that

wasn’t the point as far as I was concerned. I just had no idea what I wanted to do with myself. No one else had much idea what to do with me either. I suppose my point is that I needed grade school, high school, four years of college and then about five more years of dicking around before I felt like I was contributing much to the general population as far as my career went. At the time, I thought I was lost. Looking back, I think I just wasn’t ready. I eventually turned out OK, but that may only be because I wasn’t from New Hampshire. The education officials there apparently decided they think a 16-year-old sophomore in high school is ready to graduate. They announced plans for a rigorous state board of exams to be given to 10th graders. If the students pass those exams, they can then move on to the state’s community or technical schools. They hope these tests will guarantee higher competency in school subjects, lower dropout rates and free up millions of educations dollars. I would imagine they’ll also seriously damage whatever prom system they currently have in place, but they didn’t really talk about that. For those who’d like to go to a more prestigious kind

of school, they can go ahead and complete the last two years and then take another, much harder test. Wow, being a kid in New Hampshire just got a whole hell of a lot less fun. It probably sucked quite a bit before all of this. I’m sure a ton of kids would love to get out of high school early if they could. I know I would have at the time, but it wouldn’t have been the best thing for me. I could have probably passed the tests, but I really didn’t know my ass from a hole in the ground as far as life went. If we aren’t going to trust 16-year-olds with drinking, voting, buying porn and that sort of stuff, should we really trust them to decide on their future? I understand the dropout rate thing, but I think teaching them better and making them enjoy school a little more might nip some of that in the bud. That seems like a better option than letting them cram for an exam just so they can get the hell out of there. It seems like the bar could be set a little higher. OK, they probably do save on education dollars, but that may be negated by all the money the state has to spend on dealing with a workforce that’s not ready to be a workforce. I just think the whole idea’s more trouble than it’s worth.

I guess my biggest problem is that even though many of these students don’t necessarily need another two years of high school, when it comes to book learning, I’m not sure it’s going to really hurt them if they stick around. If nothing else, it might help them to define exactly what they want to do for the rest of their lives. I can’t really remember, but I assume I wanted to be a cowboy or something idiotic when I was 16. I’m sure it’s a fine occupation, but I’m also fairly certain I wouldn’t be particularly happy with my choice nowadays if that was the path I had taken. People learn a lot more in school than just Xs and Os and formulas and literature and everything else. The biggest thing I really ever took from school was getting a better understanding of the people around me and how to interact with them. There’s really no test for that sort of thing, and about the only thing that helps is interacting with the people around you for a long period of time. Students better get as much of that shit as they can while they’re in school. I’m just not sure the rest of us have to the patience to put up with their dumb asses for an extra two years.

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Howbowda Bagel, conveniently located on Green Street between Sixth and Wright, was started by two University of Illinois alumni, Dustin Canter and Ryan McNeily, who noticed that there weren’t many breakfast places available on campus. “It’s very exciting to win. We’re happy

that people have taken notice,” said Canter. And how could people not take notice of the shop’s vast array of creative bagel options such as the Mile-High Club, Berry Good Bagel, Hummina Hummina Hummina Hummus and Ton o’ Tuna Bagel? More traditional bagel options are also available to those who like to keep it simple. True to its “breakfast philosophy,” the shop opens at 7 a.m. sharp every day, which is early enough even for those unfortunate students with 8 a.m. classes. The owners have some expansion projects in place for the winter such as delivery and local catering. Plans for a dessert bagel are also in the works, as well as new drink options. Along with the existing coffees, keep a look out for new hot teas that will be available once it gets a little colder. Next time you’re yearning for a quick bite, Howbowda Bagel? »Magdalena Wrona

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Leopard print coat? Check. Patchwork leather jacket? Check plus. Dandelion, at 9 Taylor St. in Champaign, wins this year’s Best Vintage Clothing Shop. For the past 15 years, owner Sara Hudson has been selling new and used vintage clothing to the ChampaignUrbana community. “Most people are looking for something different that they can’t ﬁnd at the mall or chain stores,” Hudson said. “They can ﬁnd it here.” Hudson said they get their unique apparel directly from their warehouse or while on buying trips. Customers can buy shirts ranging from $5 to $12 and pants for about $10. The

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store has half-off racks, and some items are marked as low as $2, Hudson said. They also sell accessories such as hats, sunglasses and leg warmers. Dandelion stands out compared to other vintage stores because of their commitment to what’s stylish in the fashion world today. “We try to keep up on trends and the current fashion,” Hudson said. Right now, the store is focused on looks from the ’80s and ’90s. Whether customers are students looking for party costumes or middle-aged adults reliving their glory days, they are not the kind of people spotted shopping at The Gap. “They are more creative and open-minded,” Hudson said. “They don’t mind looking different from everyone else.” » Jenny Beightol

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Whether you’re a student or staff member at UI, caffeine is what keeps the campus going. This year, Espresso Royale takes the title for Best Cup of Coffee.

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“We have a really good quality of coffee that you can’t really find at a big chain like Starbucks,” says Kim Nguyen, manager of the Espresso Royale on Daniel Street. “We brew our coffee fresh every day and provide good customer service.” Seven Espresso Royales are located throughout CU, making them available to any caffeine-craving student at any given time. Locations such as the Undergraduate Library and the Illini Union seem to be the most popular. “Each of our stores have their own little atmosphere and environment,” Nguyen explained. “All seven of them have their own unique feel, unlike other big coffee chains that have standardized designs.” Another aspect that sets Espresso Royale apart

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An intriguing name, bold décor and unique artwork sets the atmosphere for Ippatsu Salon, one in which creative freedom is key, stylist equality is staple and customer comfort and satisfaction is principle. Located on the east side of Neil Street, Ippatsu Salon has made a name for itself under the ownership of Rebecca Bedinger. Walk-ins are limited but only because stylists are usually booked two to three weeks in advance — and they are worth it. Throughout the year, the five full-time stylists receive education and training in cities such as New York and Las Vegas.

from other coffee shops is their eco-friendliness. “We have eco-containers, and we are trying to make a bigger impact on our environment,” Nguyen said about Espresso Royale going green. What more can a coffee lover want? Espresso Royale is the perfect combination of great-tasting coffee and a unique coffee shop ambience. » Stephanie Pavlovcik

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The small staff only benefits the salon: The stylists are like family and, more importantly, they know their clients. “We try to make it super comfortable and creative in here,” said Bedinger. “We want our clients to trust us.” Although one may think the stylish setting attracts a mostly younger crowd, Bedinger’s salon styles clientele ranging from children to senior citizens. “We do anything from Mohawks to classic cuts like Judi Dench,” she said. At the end of the day, Ippatsu Salon doesn’t worry about beating competitors or making the most money. “Our biggest competition is ourselves,” said Bedinger. “We just want to make our guests as happy as we can.” » Elyse Schmidt

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With its trendy, indie style and on-campus location, it’s no surprise that Urban Outfitters took away the prize for Best Place to Buy Men’s Clothing. University senior Rama Vallury agrees that, “Urban Outfitters has a great location and a very wide selection. Very good prices for the clothes it sells.” Urban Outfitters opened on Green Street at the beginning of this semester and has been providing everything from jackets and comic books to comfortable clothing and accessories to decorate a dorm or apartment. Urban Outfitters offers fashionable options for men at a price and location that can’t be beat for the Champaign-Urbana community. » Tim Anderson

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PLACE TO BUY WOMEN’S CLOTHING P I TAYA 625 E. Green St., C. 365-6666

There’s nothing worse than getting pumped up about that hot new dress you bought only to arrive at the party, look across the room, and see another girl wearing the exact same one. Well there is one thing that’s worse — if she looks better in it. Pitaya promises to avoid this disaster. One of the only women’s boutiques on Green Street, Pitaya offers a great mix of the hottest trends in women’s clothing and accessories at affordable prices. With new shipments every Thursday and Friday, you’ll be sure to snag some unique, oneof-a-kind items. “Only six of each item are ordered at a time,” said Anna Anderson, store manager of Pitaya. “Girls like it if everyone is not wearing the same thing out.” Located on Green Street just a few steps from the Quad since 2006, this brightly lit store has a friendly staff who are sure to help you satisfy your shopping fix. So what are some of the hottest items right now? “Anything purple,” Anderson said. “Also lace, leather, statement jewelry and fringe boots are in.” » Brittany Abeijon

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Since buying Jon’s Pipe Shop in 1978 while still a student at the University, owner Pat Callaghan has transformed the store into the state’s premier destination for pipe and cigar enthusiasts. “We’ve got the best selection in all of Illinois,” Callaghan said. The shop, located at 509 E. Green St., offers approximately 30,000 pipes, 60,000 cigars and 357 different tobacco blends. However, Callaghan reports that sales are down 25 percent as a result of the recent smoking ban in Champaign-Urbana. In these rough economic times, he said he must rely on the loyalty of customers. “I’ve been trying to cut expenses, so we’re not doing any advertising anymore,” Callaghan said. “We just have to rely on the people who keep coming back and their word of mouth.” Callaghan is a trained tobacconist who studied at the Pro-Cigar College in the Dominican Republic. He believes that the expertise he shares with his employees sets Jon’s Pipe Shop apart from its competition. “Between the knowledge of the staff and the selection of products we offer, I don’t think we can be touched,” he said. » Bonnie Stiernberg

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Some people wear their hearts on their sleeves; others will tattoo it on there for you. Vision World happens to do both. Upon entering the cozy, unassuming storefront, you are inundated with the artwork of Ray Hughes, the head tattoo artist. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I like to think of a tattoo artist as a good guide that listens and takes everything into account,â&#x20AC;? Hughes said. Whether you want some creative input on your piece of body art or you

want to go it alone, Vision World is more than accommodating. Hughes said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;We like to think of ourselves as down-to-earth, great and friendly people in a comfortable atmosphere.â&#x20AC;? They even raise money for various charities around CU, a constant reminder that the counterculture of body art isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t as mysterious and taboo as many may think. Hughesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; artwork is outstanding, and the general feel inside Vision World is bright and welcoming. So next time youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re thinking of a tattoo, hike out to the corner of Cunningham and University in Urbana, and let Hughes hear your ideas. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We love to listen,â&#x20AC;? he said. Âť Andrew Krok

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Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s obvious that Furniture Lounge is no ordinary furniture store, even before entering the store. The front window is decorated with strangely dressed mannequins and psychedelic retro lamps. Inside, the store is a collage of colors. From bright yellow lamps and red chairs to old school Battlestar Galactica glasses and a huge Dunkinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Donuts thermos, this store has it all. In addition to retro chairs, tables and bookcases, the ďŹ rst ďŹ&#x201A;oor of the store is full of odd items. Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a whole rack of huge, tacky sunglasses and a random cardboard cutout of John Wayne. Downstairs, the selection is even wider. Vintage matchbooks, orange bell-bottoms and records barely skim the surface of whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s available. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We pick everything based on age and ridiculousness,â&#x20AC;? said store co-owner Amanda McWilliams. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Stuff thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s simple, makes a big statement and is unique.â&#x20AC;? Frequent customer April Clayton appreciates the unique style of the store. â&#x20AC;&#x153;You can ďŹ nd anything you need here,â&#x20AC;? she said. With a wide selection that changes daily and friendly staff, Furniture Lounge is the perfect place to fulďŹ ll anyoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s retro furnishing, clothing or Tom Selleck poster needs. Âť Katherine Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Brian

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PLACE TO DECLARE YOUR LOVE FOR SOMEONE

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THE QUAD

1201 W. Mattis Ave., C. 352-3300 1112 W. University Ave., U. 367-3600

Depending on your mood, the Quad can serve several different purposes. If you’re looking to stretch your legs and kill some time, it’s the perfect playground. If you’re wondering what’s going on this weekend, countless chalked messages will let you know. And if you’re feeling romantic, it’s the place to go to declare your love for someone. According to campus legend, couples who kiss while seated under the light of the Eternal Flame will stay together forever. However, this may be easier said than done; donated by the Class of 1912, the “flame,” is actually a socket and a missing lightbulb. While it may not necessarily be the best place to seal the deal, the scenic atmosphere and convenient location make the Quad the perfect place to meet potential love interests. “It’s so pretty, and usually, you run into people you know but don’t usually get to see,” said Katie Wallace, senior in Media. “When the weather’s nice, I love sitting on the grass and reading inbetween class.” » Bonnie Stiernberg

Looking for a way to get around town? Have an overwhelming desire to help our campus go green? Do you just love anything on two wheels? Durst Cycle has been voted the best place to check out for all your biking needs. The familyowned shop has been serving the CU area since 1935 and is now run by second generation Durst, Ronald Durst. This homegrown shop not only offers your everyday new and reconditioned recreational bikes but they also have BMX bikes, mountain bikes, racing bikes, bike accessories and even exercise equipment. In addition to their plethora of biking products, they provide any services needed on your bike, whether you bought it from them or not. If you buy it from them, though, they can guarantee their work. “We only sell products that we can service,” Durst said. “People know that when they come here to buy it, we can fix it.” » Tiffany Champion

Runner-Up Champaign Cycle, 506 S. Country Fair Dr., C. 352-7600

RUNNERS-UP Allerton Park, 515 Old Timber Rd., Monticello 333-3287 Photo by Abby Toms

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PLACE TO FIND A ONENIGHT STAND KAM’S 618 E. Daniel St., C. 337-3300 Those looking to get their D (or V) wet need look no farther than KAM’S, the best place to find a one-night stand in Champaign-Urbana. This Illinois institution has been serving up healthy doses of hookups along with beer in plastic cups for more than 30 years. “KAM’S just has a great atmosphere,” said Megan Brown, a junior in communications and a bartender at KAM’S. “Everyone just acts like drunken idiots, there’s no rules. It’s just fun.” The honor likely comes as no surprise to many Illini

who see Daniel Street become mini-skirt and muscle shirt central night after night. And most students, whether they would like to admit it or not, have been to KAM’S at least once during their Illinois tenure. “KAM’S gets a wide variety of people every night, and I think that creates more hookups. You have a bigger pool to fish out of at KAM’S,” Brown said. But even though KAM’S has a reputation for hookups, don’t purely dismiss it as some sort of collegiate bathhouse. Brown’s roommate’s aunt and uncle met at KAM’S one night years ago and eventually got married. They named their dog Kam, after the bar where they met. So if you’re looking for a good time, slip on some cowboy boots, slide on a condom and hit up KAM’S. » Charles Johnson

RUNNERS-UP Joe’s Brewery, 706 S. 5th St., C. 384-1790 C.O. Daniel’s, 608 E. Daniel St., C. 337-7411

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Just between a colorful array of skateboards and a modern lounge is Board Boutique’s shoe wall — a shoe heaven for skateboarders and nonskaters alike. Located on Neil Street in Champaign, the Board Boutique carries four of the top names in skateboarding shoes — Supra, Etnies, eS and Emerica — but does not cater exclusively to skateboarders. “Our shoes and store are geared toward anyone who lives an urban lifestyle,” said Dustin Stuart, co-owner of the shop. “The Supra brand is our most popular selling shoe, and it caters to both skaters and nonskaters. Their shoes, especially the high-tops, are really hot right now.” While people may be able to buy such brands as Etnies at the mall, Stuart takes pride in the fact that the boutique carries their more exclusive styles for true shoe lovers. With only 15 to 20 shoes on the shoe wall, Stuart said, “We have a limited variety, but it’s the dopest stuff.” Within the next year, Stuart hopes to add other brands such as Fallen and Nike SB (Skateboard) to provide everyone who loves shoes with an even more exclusive variety. » Stephanie Poquette

B O A R D BOUTIQUE 702 S. Neil St., C. 355-7850

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PLACE TO WORK OUT THE ARC 201 E. Peabody Dr., C. 333-3806

It’s 2:30 in the afternoon on a Tuesday, and the ARC is filled with students. The facility is one of the largest on-campus recreation facilities in the country and is a fitness oasis to the U of I campus. Not only does the ARC provide cardio equipment, free weights, a track and two 50-meter swimming pools, it also provides a rock-climbing wall, courtside café, cooking classes and group fitness classes. Many of the cardio machines are equipped with individual TVs, which many students find very enjoyable. The ARC provides everyone with options to fit their personal workout. “My favorite part is that I don’t have to sign up for machines,” Megan Kuske, a senior in elementary education, said. “I can just go and hop on whatever machine I want and stay on it as long as I want.” The state-of-the-art facility has many students raving about the enjoyable experiences they’ve had at the ARC. That’s why the ARC is the best place to work out. » Abby Wilson

RUNNERS-UP CRCE, 1102 W. Gregory Dr., U. 333-3806 Cardinal Fitness, 300 S. Broadway Ave., U. 3282900

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THE QUAD

Going on vacation during winter break, and want to get bronzed up beforehand? Classic Tan was voted the best place to go for a good tan around CU. With business hours extending from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily, it is easy to find a time slot in your day to stop by. The price of one tan in a regular gold bed is $12, but you can choose different packages and payments. Classic Tan also has products for purchase such as a variety of tanning lotions. A new feature at Classic Tan is their Defiant, an anti-aging bed. The busiest hours are between 5 p.m. and 7 p.m., so make sure you’re not crunched for time if you go then. Lunch seems to be busy also, so early and late hours are your best bet for a quick session. With great equipment and products and helpful employees, Classic Tan is the place to go for a good tan. » Taylor May

Looking for that perfect spot to have a quick romp out in the open? A quiet, secluded place with just you, your significant (or not-so-significant) other and the stars above? Look no farther — the Quad has been voted to be the best place to have public sex. “I can see how the Quad would be a good place to go at it because at night, it is usually dark and deserted enough for people to get away with it undetected,” said Reena Bhansali, a junior in advertising. “I guess the risk of being caught by someone walking across would only add to the excitement!” Located in the midst of academia, the Quad is one of the most well-known areas on campus, where people can be seen walking, reading, playing sports, socializing or just lazing around. Now we can add one more activity to that list. » Dipika Mallya

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Twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week, Merry Ann’s Diner, with two locations in Champaign, is open around the clock. This made Merry Ann’s the ideal choice for ChampaignUrbana’s best 24-hour hangout spot. With locations on Main Street in downtown Champaign and at the corner of Neil and Kirby, it offers breakfast, lunch and dinner anytime of day. “Even after most places close, we can still make the trip over here and get some breakfast,” said Matt Johnson, junior in Engineering and frequenter of Merry Ann’s. Merry Ann’s offers a great late night dining selection with its hangover menu. Served from midnight to 5 a.m., the hangover menu offers bigger portions of some patron favorites, including a half-pound burger, a hangover horseshoe (half-pound burger, slice of toast and French fries covered in cheese sauce) and

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Do you hear the call of the wild? Do you have the craving for some fresh air? Then grab your hiking boots and a sturdy walking stick because it’s time for a nature walk. The destination is Meadowbrook Park, the best park in the CU area. Located on Windsor Road, Meadowbrook Park has more than 60 acres of natural prairie land. It is a window into the past landscape of Illinois, complete with wildflowers, short and tall grasses and wildlife. Recreants enjoy the multiple facets of the great outdoors that Meadowbrook Park offers. Tim Cohan, a student at the University, says, “The best thing about Meadowbrook Park is the variety of activities — bike riding, roller skating, hiking and walking paths and playgrounds for families.” Meadowbrook is a place for everyone. It can be an escape or an adventure, and the experience is never the same twice. Whether you enjoy just a leisurely stroll or you are an avid birdwatcher, Meadowbrook has ample acreage to satisfy your fancy. Cohan describes it best as “just a really nice, peaceful area to relax.” » Ceara Hickerson

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BEST

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BURGER

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It takes years to create the perfect pizza recipe. Thirty-eight years to be exact, according to Papa Del’s owner, Bob Monti. Papa Del’s, 206 E. Green St., wins this year’s Best Pizza category after 38 years in business. Monti said that after years of tweaking the recipe, Papa Del’s only uses all-natural ingredients and whole tomatoes to create the pizza sauce that CU has come to love. He said that the quality of their pizza has improved over the years as they’ve eliminated preservatives. “It’s the recipe, that’s it,” Monti said, regarding his pizza’s preference over the competition. The restaurant’s popularity is most apparent on the weekends or during sporting events when alumni and students alike crowd in for their favorite pie. Papa Del’s makes thin, pan and stuffed pizzas. Sausage, mushrooms and bacon are a few of the toppings patrons may choose from in order to customize a pizza just for them. For those who just can’t get enough, Monti said they now ship frozen pizzas all over the U.S. “You will be so full, but you will just keep on eating,” said Christine Griffith, a junior in natural resources and environmental sciences. “It just melts in your mouth. It’s that good.” » Jenny Beightol

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Runners-Up: Antonio’s Pizza , 619 E. Green St., C. 365-9500 Jupiters , 39 E. Main St., C. 398-5988

Legends

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It is kickoff time, and all the seats in Legends are the spot and served with fries. For only 75 cents filled with alumni and students wearing orange more, you can add cheese (Swiss, American or shirts. They crowd the booths inside and outside cheddar) or bacon, and the result comes ready to watch the game as the charcoal smell from on a thick, toasted bun. “You can tell that they really put a lot of effort the grill fills the air. The announcement comes over the restaurant that the next order of food is into the menu and food service at Legends,” said ready, and another burger slides onto the pick- Houlihan. “That’s something you don’t see at » Anne Koval up window. most campus bars.” “Legends is the only place where the burgers have restaurant quality meat,” said Terry Houlihan, a senior in math and computer science. While some students choose to tailgate, Runners-Up: others know Legends, voted CU’s best burger, Farren’s Pub & Eatery, 308 N. Randolph St., C. is the best place to go on Green Street for a 359-6977 grilled burger. At $5.25, the burger is grilled on Murphy’s Pub , 604 E. Green St., C. 352-7275

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WINE SELECTION FRIAR TUCK 1333 Savoy Plaza Ln., S. 355-7933

The wine selection at Friar Tuck is unbeatable, according to CU voters. The liquor store, located at 1333 Savoy Plaza Lane in Savoy, houses thousands of different kinds of domestic and imported wines, offering a unique taste for every differing palate. “I consider myself a wine connoisseur,” said LAS senior Greg Peterson, “and Friar Tuck is absolutely unbeatable. I go there at least twice a week.” Senior Julia Willett said that “Friar Tuck’s wine selection makes me so happy. It’s nice to not have to drink Keystone every night. Because of Friar Tuck, I can have different delicious wines whenever I like!” With wines of all colors, tastes and prices, Friar Tuck

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houses something for everyone. Friar Tuck also has an extremely knowledgeable staff, and they are ready and willing to let customers know which wines go well with certain meals and such. Nobody does wine better in central Illinois than Friar Tuck, as evidenced by the enthusiasm the CU community has for the liquor superstore.

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Although it may be a bit far off campus, Friar Tuck still stands as the best place to buy alcohol for buzz readers. Located in the heart of Savoy (right by the Savoy 16 Theater and Buffalo Wild Wings), Friar Tuck holds every alcoholic beverage under the sun, from Pear Schnapps to Blue Moon to Tequila Rose. University senior Lauren Hermes said, “I absolutely adore the large assortment of alcohol! It’s like walking into a college kid’s dream!” Savoy resident and frequent Friar Tuck customer Katy Johnson, senior in Media, said, “It’s like the Disneyland of beer!” Enthusiasm seems to radiate from those who visit Friar Tuck, especially thirsty college students, as the liquor depot serves www.the217.com

as a holy grail of all things alcoholic. Comparable in size to a small grocery store, Friar Tuck holds something for every taste at affordable prices, which is a major draw for those interested in rarer liquors or cheaper beer. Friar Tuck, in all of its vast greatness, serves as a landmark to the University’s drinking community. » Andy Herren

Runners-Up: Piccadilly, various locations Discount Liquors, 606 S. 6th St., C. 344-6600

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BEST

On-Campus Bar

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

Since earning the title of Best On-Campus Bar last spring, not much has changed at Murphy’s Pub ... and that’s why CU still loves it. Students, locals and alums alike know that Murphy’s is a great place to grab a freshly made burger, a pint of one of the many beers on tap and some authentic campus tradition. Ryan Block, the general manager, works hard to keep Murphy’s up to the standard that patrons have come to expect. “We strive on making sure each person leaves with a positive experience,” he said. Block and his staff work to create the relaxed and friendly environment that Murphy’s is known for. “It is a very laid-back and welcoming place to bring friends or family,” Block said. On a typical night, all types of people can be seen enjoying food, drinks and conversation

surrounded by Irish pub decor. Everyone, whether a regular or first-time visitor, is invited to engrave their name into the tables that have been around since the pub first opened in 1969. “When I am walking around, I look, bite my lip and think to myself, ‘I can’t let them do that,’” Block said. “But it’s part of the tradition. At most places, people would be thrown out for carving their names on the tables, but I say well, that’s Murphy’s.” » Kate Brankin

Runners-Up: Legends, 522 E. Green St., C. 355-7674 Firehaus, 708 S. 6th St., C. 344-4171

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Breakfast Food Merry Ann’s Diner 1 E. Main St., C. 531-1160 1510 S. Neil St., C. 352-5399

Merry Ann’s Diner, with Champaign locations at 1510 S. Neil St. and 1 E. Main St., has earned high acclaim among University students and Champaign locals with its distinctive breakfast menu. The diner’s quaint atmosphere, along with its 24-hour service of pancakes, eggs, bacon and all foods essential to a classic American breakfast, attracts patrons who crave home-cooked meals in a friendly setting and is part of the reason why it was voted CU’s place for breakfast.

When asked what makes breakfast at Merry Ann’s the best in Champaign, cook and restaurant employee Kent Shanholtzer replied, “It’s because it’s real food at a reasonable price.” Fellow employee Mackenzie Eldridge said, “It’s the Stack!” The Stack, which consists of eggs, hash browns, meat and cheese all topped with a generous helping of gravy, has earned top rank on the diner’s popular breakfast menu as a result of high demand from University students who know how to put Merry Ann’s 24 hours of operation to good use. So whether you are in the mood for a unique and lavishly assorted morning meal like the Stack or you prefer a more traditional breakfast, Merry Ann’s will serve it up with a friendly smile and cup of coffee brewed to perfection to make you feel right at home. » Stephanie Sadler

Runners-Up: Original Pancake House, 1909 W. Springfield Ave. #B, C. 352-8866 Le Peep , 2209 S. Neil St., C. 352-7599

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Drunk Food Merry Ann’s Diner 1 E. Main St., C. 531-1160 1510 S. Neil St., C. 352-5399

Night after night, drunk customers migrate to Merry Ann’s Diner after the bars close to eat what has been voted this year’s Best of CU winner for Best Drunk Food. Its hometown diner feel and drunk-friendly atmosphere makes it the perfect spot to wind down afterw a night out. Merry Ann’s Diner has two locations, one south of campus on Neil and Kirby and one in downtown Champaign on Main and Hickory. The Merry Ann’s hangover menu is served from 11 p.m. to 6 a.m. It features specials such as the horseshoe sandwich, hamburgers and fries, and their famous Diner Stack, which consists of a biscuit, eggs, sausage or hamburger meat, cheese and hash browns covered in a generous portion of sausage gravy.

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“The Diner Stack is the most popular late-night item on the menu,” said Marta Corneja, who has been working at the downtown Merry Ann’s since it opened three years ago. So if you’re craving good ol’ diner food after a long night of drinking, Merry Ann’s Diner is your best bet. Just make sure you find a safe way to get there. » Amanda Cornish

Runners-Up: Antonio’s Pizza, 619 E. Green St., C. 365-9500 La Bamba, 606 S. 6th St., C. 344-6600

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Place to Buy Organic Groceries S tr a w berr y F ie l ds

306 W. Springfield Ave., U. 328-1655

Great prices Live bands and DJs Over 90 different beers Large scotch & whiskey selection

Organic foods are a fast-growing phenomenon in the U.S., and here in CU, you voted Strawberry Fields the best organic grocery store. Strawberry Fields, located at 306 W. Springfield Ave. in Urbana, focuses on providing “natural foods that are minimally processed and free of artificial additives and genetically modified ingredients,” according to their Web site. “Strawberry Fields is a great place where I can find delicious, common as well as exotic foods and nutritional supplements,” Maggie Quirk, a customer, said. “It’s important for me

The vegetable section at Strawberry Fields. Photo by Anne-Marie Cheely

to eat as purely as possible.” The store also offers a bakery, which makes delicious bread from scratch. Different breads are baked daily, but special orders can be made 24 hours in advance, and a fresh loaf will be waiting the very next day. In addition to organic grocery items, Strawberry Fields also offers a selection of natural body care products, including health supplements, aromatherapy oils and skin care products. One of the most noteworthy aspects of Strawberry Fields is their on-site nutritionist.

The nutritionist can answer questions that customers may have about organic foods or health in general. For an additional fee, a unique nutrition plan can be created. » Stephanie Murphy

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VEGETARIAN RESTAURANT RED HERRING

1209 W. Oregon St., U. 367-2340

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Unlike any other restaurant on campus, the Red Herring is a nonprofit vegan restaurant with a menu focusing primarily on local and organic ingredients. The restaurant is located in the vibrant and inviting basement of the Channing-Murray Foundation at 1209 Oregon St. in Urbana. The menu, which fluctuates daily, features lowprice meals. Ally Simmons, a restaurant employee, said the appeal of the Red Herring lies in its unconventional approach to food. “We really want people to understand that eating here is one of the best options on campus. It’s a great alternative to the usual menus found at other area restaurants,” Simmons said. In addition to delivering a sense of uniqueness to campus, the Red Herring, as characterized by restaurant manager Chad Knowles, is, “a friendly

place to eat where we know the names of over half our customers.” This leads to both the employees and patrons having a mutual desire to see the restaurant thrive. The Red Herring serves lunch from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday through Friday and is a place that primarily draws people who are concerned about the food they eat, the environment and the local community. » Danielle Di Venere

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Sushi KoFusion

1 E. Main St., C. 531-1166

Although KoFusion serves a variety of great food, much of the CU community seeks out its sushi menu. KoFusion, voted CU’s best place to get sushi, is located at 1 E. Main St. in downtown Champaign and makes for a memorable sushi experience. The main floor of the restaurant houses a vibrantly colored fish tank, whose blue neon lights reflect off the black surfaces of the dining floor. The artsy decoration is a great complement to the aesthetic presentation of the sushi rolls. However, the taste alone captures one’s attention most. There are a few reasons why KoFusion was voted the No. 1 sushi place in CU. Manager Nigel Morgan explained, “We have a very highquality product.” Sushi fans know the fresher the ingredients, the softer textured and better tasting the roll. When

asked what makes KoFusion’s menu special, Morgan said, “We probably have some of the standard, but certainly we do some rolls I doubt you’ll see on most sushi menus.” This is particularly true of the rolls featured at KoFusion’s popular $1 sushi nights. Morgan said, “Some of them are just run during $1 sushi, and they change.” So whether you are a connoisseur of sushi or happen to be a first-timer, KoFusion offers an array of special rolls waiting to please your senses and keep you coming back for more. » Kimberly Callaghan

Runners-Up: Kamakura, 714 S. Neil St. #A, C. 351-9898 Sushi Kame, 132 W. Church St., C. 356-3366

Mexican Food Dos Reales

1407 N. Prospect Ave., C. 351-6879 1106 W. University Ave., U. 328-0411

With the rise of Chipotle, Qdoba and Taco Bell, finding authentic Mexican food can be a difficult task. However, Dos Reales, voted CU’s best Mexican food, does what it can to make sure the dishes they serve are the real deal. Restaurant Manager Elias Amador said family recipes taken straight from across the Southern border are what keep customers coming back to the restaurant for more. “We’ve made [the food] like this for 13 or 14 years. We haven’t changed,” said Amador. “A lot of places change something, try to make it different ... but we keep it the same.”

With an average meal cost of $8, free chips and salsa and two locations, one at N. Prospect and the other on University Avenue near campus, Dos Reales is convenient in location and easy on the wallet. However, Amador said what truly sets the restaurant apart is its dedication to satisfying each and every person who walks through its doors. “The customer is number one in this place,” said Amador. “We make sure the customer is happy. If we can make something you will like, we will.” » Michell Eloy

Runners-Up: El Toro, 1805 S. Neil St., C. 378-7807 Fiesta Cafe, 216 S. First St., C. 352-5902

Thai Food

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A selection of sushi at Ko Fusion. Photo by Alan Hable

An interior look at Siam Terrace. Photo by Anne-Marie Cheely

S i a m T e rr a c e 212 W. Main St., U. 367-8424

The Champaign-Urbana area prides itself on having an exotic, diverse variety of cuisine, and Thai food is no exception. Siam Terrace, located in downtown Urbana, is home to the best Thai food in the area, according to CU voters, and offers more than just delicious food. Besides offering more than 40 main dishes including various curries, traditional pastas and specialty stir-fries, there is also a makeyour-own stir-fry with limitless options. All entrees are around $12 and are served in generous portions. For vegetarians, there are also several delicious options available.

According to owner Worapot Tangumunarunkit, Siam Terrace prides itself on its friendly atmosphere and service. Siam Terrace is also one of the only Asian restaurants whose food does not contain MSG. “We use fresh produce, ingredients and no MSG because it is not good for your health,” said Tangumunarunkit, who has co-owned Siam Terrace with his wife, Ratana Darawankul, for almost five years. So when deciding where to go on your next night on the town, break out of your comfort zone, and try some authentic Thai. With Siam Terrace, there will be no disappointment. » Allison Copenbarger

Runners-Up: Dinner being served at Dos Reales. Photo by Alan Hable

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Basil Thai, 710 S. Gregory St., U. 344-8662 Nitaya Thai, 134 W. Church St., C. 359-5540

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THE BLIND PIG

101 W. University Ave., U. 367-1018

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It might not be the first thing you notice about The Blind Pig, winner of CU’s best beer selection, but one aspect of this place that contributes to its laid-back ambience is awfully important. “There isn’t a single television in this entire bar,” says bartender Sarah Couch, “and that definitely contributes to a conversational atmosphere.” By virtue of being in downtown Champaign, The Blind Pig doesn’t have to focus on cheap deals with dime-a-dozen domestic beers. Instead, the selection of beer at this bar should be categorized with the Dewey Decimal System; it takes two whole sides of a menu to outline all the bottled and draft beers available. And don’t worry if you don’t know your beers like you know the alphabet; the bartenders are awfully helpful in narrowing your tastes down to a few specific brews. “We have a very diverse clientele with all sorts of different tastes,” quips Couch. So expand your tastes, and head downtown for some high-quality beer with a classy » Andrew Krok atmosphere.

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Runners-Up: Legends, 522 E. Green St., C. 355-7674 Friar Tuck, 1333 Savoy Plaza Ln., Savoy 355-7933

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Maybe it’s the genuine sense of community or maybe just the honest and simple atmosphere, but The Blind Pig is the place to go for a fun night out in downtown Champaign. With 28 taps, the establishment prides itself on “featuring the best beer selection in downstate Illinois,” being more than happy to share their extensive list with their famous sampler. Bartender Jason Ewing explains why he thinks The Blind Pig has been so well-received in its four years of existence. “It’s definitely a different experience,” he said. “It’s based on social interactions. There’s no TV or bright lights or pinball machines. It’s just a completely different ballpark.” While just turning four years old this month, it’s easy to think of the bar as a place that has grown with the rest of the community. Fronted with a bold and established four-door entrance, The Blind Pig is as real and genuine of a bar as any, with Halloween photos of the regulars hung on the wall and a warm and inviting staff to man the bar. “I’ve been here since day one,” said Ewing, “and I couldn’t see myself working at any other place.” » Tommy Trafton

Walk in to Li’l Porgy’s Bar-B-Q and you will be immersed in a smoky barbecue aroma and greeted by friendly staff. Founded in 1979, Li’l Porgy’s has embraced an old-fashioned, Southern-style barbecue that has been long forgotten elsewhere. “Everything is home-cooked on hickory wood. It’s like a giant version of an outside grill. Many restaurants don’t hold this tradition,” said Dennis Reed, managing partner. Reed said this cooking style enhances the natural meat flavor and is topped off with a homemade barbecue sauce available in mild, hot or mixed. Customers can watch their order being cooked on the grill before enjoying the authentic taste of homemade barbecue. The most popular menu items include the pork sandwich, half chicken and rib tips. Li’l Porgy’s originated in Urbana but opened its second location in Champaign in 1983. Customers can dine-in, carry out or cater their next meal. While Reed admits that customers eventually leave CU, that doesn’t mean they forget about Li’l Porgy’s. “We have sent bottles of our barbecue sauce to customers, which satisfies their craving,” said Reed. This locally owned and operated restaurant invites customers to a home feel with several delicious non-barbecue options, including the popular lemon shake-up. Quick and reliable service at affordable prices truly makes Li’l Porgy’s one of a kind. Li’l Porgy’s Bar-B-Q slogan may say it all: “Incredibly Good ‘Cause We Cook on Wood.” » Lauren Whalley

Runners-Up: Blues BBQ, 1103 W. Oregon St., U. 239-9555 Hickory River Smokehouse, 1706 N. Cunningham Ave., U. 337-1656

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Soma Ultralounge, 320 N. Neil St., C. 359-7662 Boltini Lounge, 211 N. Neil St. #1, C. 378-8001 nov 13 – nov 19 08

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Best Bakery: I am amazed Mirabelle was sharing the co-Best bakery slot with Pekara, not because I think Mirabelle is not worthy of the position, but because I think it is far and away the best bakery I’ve ever seen in my life and should not be sharing the slot with anyone. If you’ve never been there, take a drive to downtown Urbana and feast your eyes on a baked spread that looks as if it has walked out of a Renaissance painting. Best New Business: Bagels are great, and this town has needed a devoted bagel place since I moved here (I still remember the tear that rolled slowly down my cheek when I relized Lock, Stock, & Bagel was closed), but 88 Broadway would be my pick. Lounge singers? Two of them? In a mall? How could that have not won? Best Burger: Legends is close to campus, and like many things, this increased the number of votes, but in terms of actual food worth, I think Farren’s is probably tops. And I learned of it last year’s from the Best of CU issue, which is probably the coolest thing about the annual — telling you what to check out around town.

Best Place to See a Movie: As much as I agree that Savoy 16 is the best multiplex in the area (thanks to its friendly staff and clean interior), the best place to see a movie has to go to Boardman’s Art Theatre. Nothing beats the single theater experience. I like theaters that makes going to the movies feel like an experience and Boardman’s has yet to disappoint. They may not get all the movies I would rather see there, but that is understandable. At least they get the movies I HAVE to see in an environment like Boardman’s. Best Drunk Food: I don’t know about you but when I am drunk and hungry, I don’t have the patience to go all the way to Merry Ann’s. I need something delicious in my stomach as soon as possible, and that

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means One World. Conveniently placed in walking distance of almost every bar on Green Street, One World is an easy choice on my nights out. After a few drinks I want nothing more than a cheese pizza to devour on my walk home. Best Burger: I will admit it, I didn’t know about Farren’s until I read about it in last Best of CU edition. I will also admit that I am not hugely fond of the consistency of their quality (sometimes the burgers are fantastic and other times they are just meh). I will say though, that when they are good, they are good. On their best days, the burgers get to be put on the “Meat Candy” list right next to bacon. Mmmmmmm bacon..

Advanced Reporting without the ultimate pick-meup, a strong Irish Coffee. If that wasn’t reason enough, Kopi is independent, not of a regional or national change, so it deﬁnitely deserves your business. Best Bathroom: Carmon’s — Are you serious? Carmon’s completely destroys the Union when it comes to water-closet couture. The pink ladies’ powder-room is like peeing in the middle of a sockhop, while the guys’ room is classic cool in a James Dean meets Dean Martin meets Martin Scorsese sort of way, and you’re going to need to head there once your Bloody Mary(s) works its way through your system.

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Best Place to Get Sushi: Someone voted for WalMart. No. I’d suggest going to Yellowﬁn off of Neil Street. It’s a newer restaurant and they make some pretty strange and unique sushi. The last couple times I went, I ordered some sort of spicy, baked sushi roll. Sometimes the wait can be long, but the service is much more personal than most places and the menu is reasonably priced. Oh, how I miss Sushi County on Green Street ... Best Live Venue: Canopy Club is the obvious choice ... but if that’s the only place you’re going to for your music,

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willing to tweak their dishes to make sure their customers are happy and getting the best possible dining experience they can possibly have. Best Breakfast Food: With more than 15 types of pancakes, 7 wafﬂe options and another 7 types of omelets, The Original Pancake house is, in my opinion, hands down the best place to get breakfast in CU. The portions are also huge, making it easy for me to stretch my breakfast experience over a few days. And a little known secret, the hot chocolate is the hidden gem of this restaurant. The rich, creamy coco topped with whipped cream makes Original Pancake House my go-to-place on a cold Saturday morning.

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Best Breakfast Food: Merry Ann’s Diner? Seriously? You realize you voted the same place for best drunk food and best breakfast food, right? As much I love a brief, boring menu ranging from greasy to ﬂavorless, I will settle for waving to the suckers I see breakfasting at Merry Ann’s on my way to Le Peep. Best Place to Declare Your Love For Someone: The Quad/Eternal Flame? Gag. Why don’t you follow this declaration with a long, cliché walk on the beach? If anyone ever declared his love for me in front of this gloriﬁed lamppost, it’d be over before it even started. Go to one of the 3,000 parks in Champaign-Urbana, not some tacky bulb socket. Best Burger: Legends? Sick. I don’t even eat meat, and I know this is a bad call because Legends has the worst food ever. I love Legends for their staff, their beer and their trivia, but their food can stay back in that shady little window. Guido’s has the best burgers — and black bean burgers, too.

Best Breakfast Food: The Original Pancake House definitely should have won Best Breakfast Food. It’s been my favorite place to get pancakes and coffee for the last 21 years and I can’t imagine any other place offering up a better breakfast menu. It has a great atmosphere, a friendly waitstaff, and delicious delicious pancakes! Best Coffee Shop: Bar Guiliani was my pick for Best coffee shop. It’s a cozy place to hole up with a cofee and settle into a night of studying or just relax with a few friends. Located conveniently on Green Street and with it’s latte happy hour, Bar Guiliani’s my first pick whenever I need that afternoon pick-me-up. Best Bathroom: Boltini should have won Best bathroom, hands down. There’s enough room so you’re not bumping in walls or strangers and, as far as bathrooms go, it’s really nice looking. And come on, where else can you find a clean, classy restroom that provides free mints, deodorant and tampons?

Best New Business of 2008: Sure, Howbowda Bagel is great, but does it offer bagels topped with mozzarella sticks, pizza bites, mini corn dogs, bacon and fries? I didn’t think so. Fat Sandwich is far and away the best new business Champaign-Urbana’s seen in a while. They’re open until 3 a.m., which provides a more fattening alternative to Jimmy John’s after the bars close, and it’s cost efﬁcient because one sandwich is enough food to last you an entire day. Best Place to Bust a Move: From a female perspective, Joe’s is more like “best place to have some sweaty guy grind on you.” If you’re looking

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you’re missing out on a lot. Make it out to Cowboy Monkey sometime — they just brought back live music to their bar last spring. The sound there exceeds a lot of places in town and the atmosphere is great. I do miss the Thursday series with no cover charge. Best Place to Buy Organic Food: Strawberry Fields won, but you have to check out Common Ground Food Co-op’s new location at Lincoln Square Village. The massive tub of peanut butter is the main attraction for me, but the new store also has its own deli and kitchen. It smells good too.

Best New Business: Bagels are all well and good, but come on, CU opened a restaurant this year dedicated entirely to cupcakes. Cakes on Walnut ‘s quaint atmosphere and inventive recipes make it a frequent stop for me when I need a sweet fix, and that’s pretty often. Their fig mascarpone cupcake just melts in my mouth. It wasn’t chosen as CU’s best cupcake for just any old reason. Best Wait Staff: Don’t get me wrong, the staff at Legends is awesome. But in my 20 years of experience as a diner, I’ve never come across a staff as accommodating as the one at Bombay Indian Grill. I barely take a sip of my water and someone is there refilling my glass. The staff is also always

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Best Mexican: Fiesta Cafe — from the deliciously dangerous margaritas — the house blend is made with Cuervo — to the delectably cheap white cheese dip — less than two bucks! — the Fiesta Cafe (or Party Cafe) has all the trappings of top-ﬂight Mexican-Americana, from Aztec and Elvis portraiture to mouthwatering mole to belly-bursting burritos. And they’ll bring you more tortilla chips — and verde salsa. Best Coffee: Kopi — There’s only one (OK, there’s a Kopi Cafe in Andersonville, but whatever), this traveler’s cafe has copius coffee options, reliable wiﬁ, the New York Times in-store, and, perhaps most importantly, booze. I wouldn’t have made it through

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to bust a move without having to worry about avoiding the creepy guy who keeps eying you, head to C Street, or if you need your weekly Bon Jovi ﬁx, dance your heart out at Brother’s. Best Burger: There are plenty of good places on campus to get a burger (Big Mouth’s and Junior’s being two ﬁne examples), but as a native suburbanite who had never experienced a drive-in until coming to the University, I’m partial to Sonic. There’s something about eating a burger in a car that makes it taste so much better. Plus, you can order tater tots instead of fries.

Best Burger: I don’t agree with the winner. The burgers at Farren’s are meatier and there is much more of a selection there than at Legends. Best Bathroom: The Union comes in a close second on my list (and I only like the ones in the basement). I might be biased, but the bathrooms at Illini Media take the cake — they are clean and private. Best Drunk Food: I’d deﬁnitely pick the hot dog man on Green St. or Big Mouth’s. Merry Ann’s is tasty, but it is too far off campus and I prefer it the morning after drinking than during.

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Friday Salsa Cafe Bar Guiliani, C, 9pm

documentary explores the nature of truth and live music ethics in the popular meU of I Jazz Combo (Gray) concert dia, with particular focus Iron Post, U, 7pm Umphrey’s McGee on the primary satelFunky Jonny Canopy Club, U, 9pm, $25 lite news network to the The Embassy Tavern & Fastest Kid Alive Concert Arab world, Al-Jazeera. Grill, U, 7:30pm Courtyard Cafe - Illini stage John Elder Union, U, 9pm, $2 stuThe Embassy Tavern & dents, $4 public November Dance: ReiGrill, U, 8pm magining the Proscenium karaoke Caleb Cook and the Big Krannert Center for the Naturals Karaoke and DJ Performing Arts, U, 6pm, Rosebowl Tavern, Ltd., Tumble Inn Tavern, C, 8pm, $16, $15 seniors U, 9pm 8:30pm and students, $10 UI and Andy Moreillon Karaoke with Randy youth Memphis on Main, C, Miller Faculty artists Jan Erk9pm Bentley’s Pub, C, 9:30pm ert, Sara Hook, Jennifer Zorbas Jazz Karaoke Monson, Kirstie Simson, Zorba’s, C, 9:30pm, $3 Senator’s Bar & Grill, Saand John Toenjes will reiWithershins/Fulbright voy, 10pm magine the arena of perScholar/Deconstrcting Jim formance as the audience Mike ‘n’ Molly’s, C, 10pm, $4 open mic roams from the stage to SPEAK Cafe the nooks and through dj Krannert Art Museum the crannies of Krannert Disco Thursdays and Kinkead Pavilion, C, Center. Fallon’s Ice House Tavern, 7pm Romeo et Juliette C, 6pm SPEAK (Song, Poetry, Krannert Center for Featuring Troy the roller- Expression, Art, and the Performing Arts, U, skating bartender. Knowledge) Cafe is an 7:30pm, $22, $20 seniors, DJ Halfdead open-mic public space for $15 students, $10 UI and Radmaker’s Rock & Roll hip-hop and Black Power youth Tavern, Tolono, 8pm expression. Organized The sensual music of Free Swing Dance and moderated by Aaron Charles Gounod perfectly McKinley Presbyterian Ammons. captures the powerChurch and Foundation, ful emotions of Shakemovies C, 9:30pm speare’s timeless, tragic These dances are always IPRH Film Series—Singin’ love story in this exquisite free and usually DJ’d by a in the Rain opera. local dancer. No special Krannert Art Museum Speech & Debate shoes or dress is required. and Kinkead Pavilion, C, The Station Theatre, U, DJ Bob Bass 5:30pm 8pm, $12 Soma Ultralounge, C, A classic film from the 10pm Golden Age of the Holly- holidays DJ Belly wood musical, about an- A Holiday Gathering Boltini Lounge, C, other significant moment Sleepy Creek Vineyards, 10:30pm in film history: the arrival Fairmount, 3pm of the talkies in the moFree admission and redance music tion picture industry. freshments. Door prizes Country DJ and Line Control Room given away every 30 Dancing Lessons Everitt Laboratory, U, minutes. Radmaker’s Rock & Roll 7pm Tavern, Tolono, 8pm Jehane Noujaim’s timely

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Baby Time Douglass Branch Library, C, 10:30am Drop in for this weekly program of lap bouncing, nursery rhymes, music, and play time for the littlest ones. ARTfusion Douglass Branch Library, C, 4pm art Children of all ages can Artisans 10-Plus Show come out to the Douglass Pages for All Ages, Savoy, Branch and make a craft all day any Thursday afternoon. Artisans 10-Plus is a col- Preschool Tales lection of women artists Urbana Free Library, U, from Urbana-Champaign 9:45pm who share a comradeship No registration is required in the arts. for this free storytime The East Meets The West program on a different Springer Cultural Center, theme every week. C, 8am fundraisers Larry Kanfer Gallery Holiday Event UC Books to Prisoners Larry Kanfer Photography work session Gallery, C, 10am Urbana-Champaign Independent Media Center, lectures U, 2pm Dr. Louis Perez Lecture UC Books to Prisoners Millercomm2009 is an Urbana, IL based Spurlock Museum, U, 4pm project providing books to The Cultural Politics of Illinois inmates at no cost. Identity and the Cuban Volunteer at the work Revolution session. Spurlock Museum, U, 4pm “My Name is Art:” The Life and Work of Art Chantry Parkland Art Gallery, C Including 50 original posters, this exhibit is a mustsee for anyone interested in design, pop culture and the music industry.

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Tea Ceremonies Japan House, U, 2pm, $5 The Bike Project Open Shop Hours Urbana-Champaign Independent Media Center, U, 6pm Check out the tools and work stands you can use to fix your own bike and tour their massive collection of parts, spares and used bikes. Kenya Coffee Hour Cosmopolitan Club at the University of Illinois, C, 7:30pm Coffee, tea, and homemade ethnic desserts are served.

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Designed to help audience members recognize the beauty in their everyday lives, choreographer Bebe Miller’s latest show descends upon the Krannert Center at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Miller is known for incorporating technology into her work, and Necessary Beauty is no exception. Each piece features portable sets and digital multimedia, including images of local parks and offices. Tickets range from $20 to $36.

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Krannert Uncorked Krannert Center for the Performing Arts, U, 5pm Beverages may be tasted free of charge and will be available for purchase by the glass at a special discounted price during the tasting. No tickets required.

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Desafinado and Lucky Mulholland Cover-to-Cover Book Club Meditation & Yoga Iron Post, U, 5pm Champaign Public Library, Classes Happy Hour and Live C, 1:30pm Ananda Liina Yoga & Med- Music This group gathers on the itation Center, U, 6pm Silvercreek, U, 5pm second Thursday of each Learn and practice yoga Boneyard Jazz Quintet month to discuss popular postures and exercises, The Embassy Tavern & literacy works. No regismantra chanting, medita- Grill, U, 5:30pm tration necessary. tion and the wisdom of Road Song (John McMayoga philosophy. hon and Ann Schuldt, kids & families acoustic) miscellaneous Discovery Room The Clark Bar, C, 6pm Savoy Recreational CenJapan House Tours Boat Drunks ter, Savoy, all day, $2/ Japan House, U, 1pm Highdive, C, 7:30pm, $7 Residents and Members, Free to the public, no res$3/NR ervations required.

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Greg Baker & Neon Neighbors at Huber’s Huber’s West End Store, C, 8pm The Funky Monks: Red Hot Chili Peppers Tribute Band Canopy Club, U, 9pm, $8 Candy Foster Memphis on Main, C, 9pm High Maintenance Rosebowl Tavern, Ltd., U, 9pm The Show Urbana-Champaign Independent Media Center, U, 10pm The Show is a 2 hour live radio program broadcast on WRFU-LP, Urbana 104.5 FM every Friday @ 10 PM. Ian Procell, DJ ReFlex, D.O.M. Boltini Lounge, C, 10pm

dj DJ and Dancing Joe’s Brewery, C, 8:30pm, $5 Country Dancing at Bradley’s II Bradley’s II, C, 9pm, $5 DJ Delayney Radio Maria, C, 10pm DJ and Dancing Highdive, C, 10pm, $5 No cover before 11pm with student ID. DJ Tim Williams Soma Ultralounge, C, 10pm, $5

dance music Contra Dancing w/ Ben, Brenda and the Hojka Show and Caller Paul Watkins Phillips Recreation Center, U, 7:30pm, $5

concert Bach’s Lunch Concert Series Springer Cultural Center, C, 12pm The Arcadia Chamber Players Concert First Mennonite Church, U, 7pm UI Jazz Combos Krannert Center for the Performing Arts, U, 7:30pm, $10, $7 seniors, $4 students

karaoke Karaoke Senator’s Bar & Grill, Savoy, 10pm Karaoke with DJ Hollywood Wendl’s, U, 9pm

movies Short Movies from the Arab World Illini Union, U, 7pm Several short movies will be shown originating from different Arab countries and addressing different issues.

stage November Dance: Reimagining the Proscenium Krannert Center for the Performing Arts, U, 6pm, 8pm, $16, $15 seniors and students, $10 UI and youth come and get it

buzz calendar 31 Faculty artists Jan Erkert, Sara Hook, Jennifer Monson, Kirstie Simson, and John Toenjes will reimagine the arena of performance as the audience roams from the stage to the nooks and through the crannies of Krannert Center. Romeo et Juliette Krannert Center for the Performing Arts, U, 7:30pm, $22, $20 seniors, $15 students, $10 UI and youth The sensual music of Charles Gounod perfectly captures the powerful emotions of Shakespeare’s timeless, tragic love story in this exquisite opera. Speech & Debate The Station Theatre, U, 8pm, $15 IUB Must See Comedy Night: John Oliver & Special Guest Illini Union, U, 8pm, $5 students, $7 public Audience capacity will be restricted to the ﬁrst 800 students.

Geography Colloquium presents Thomas Klak Davenport Hall, U, 3pm

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Illini Hockey Ice Arena, C, 7:30pm, $6 students, $8 public Come out to the Ice Arena to watch the game as well as win cool prizes, play fun games, participate in crazy competitions, and much more.

Tour IT 2008 at Parkland College Parkland College, C, 8:45am, 10:45am Area high school students, teachers, and counselors are invited to learn more about computer careers at Parkland College during its “Tour IT 2008”(Information Technology) open house. November Moon Early American Museum, Mahomet, 4:30pm Learn the ideas behinds lectures a moon garden, and join Friday Forum: Some Hard us for stories as Camille Truths You Should Know Born spins tales of myths About Global Warming and legends. University YMCA, C, Cirque de la Lune Illinites 12pm Illini Union, U, 9pm Michael Schlesinger, Featuring Las Vegas Professor, Department of Magician Ben Seidman, Atmospheric Sciences, screening of the Illini University of Illinois. Film & Video 49-Hour Panel Discussion — Film Competition, henna Imagining Cub’s Futures: body art, live music and A Roundtable more. IPRH - Illinois Program for Research in Humanities, U, 12pm www.the217.com

Fotosputnik, The Hentchmen, and The Fleshtones Courtyard Cafe - Illini Union, U, 9pm

dj DJ and Dancing Joe’s Brewery, C, 8:30pm, $5 Kosmo at Soma Soma Ultralounge, C, 11pm DJ Mertz Boltini Lounge, C, 11pm DJ Tim Williams Highdive, C, 11pm, $5

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the Performing Arts, U, 7:30pm, $50, $45 seniors, $35 students, $30 UI and youth Citizen Cope Canopy Club, U, 9pm, $20

karaoke Karaoke Senator’s Bar & Grill, Savoy, 10pm Liquid Courage Karaoke Geo’s, U, 10pm

open mic Battle of the Bands for Crisis Nursery Radmaker’s Rock & Roll Tavern, Tolono, 8pm

Radio Salsa Radio Maria, C, 11pm, $3 Salsa, Merengue, Bachata movies music & dancing w/ DJ Bris. News-Gazette Film Series—The Big Lebowski concert Virginia Theatre, C, 1pm, The Forecast with Vedera 7pm, $5 Canopy Club, U, 6pm, $10 All net ticket proceeds Dresden Staatskapelle will be used for restoraKrannert Center for tion efforts of the theatre.

stage November Dance: Reimagining the Proscenium Krannert Center for the Performing Arts, U, 6pm, 8pm, $16, $15 seniors and students, $10 UI and youth Faculty artists Jan Erkert, Sara Hook, Jennifer Monson, Kirstie Simson, and John Toenjes will reimagine the arena of performance as the audience roams from the stage to the nooks and through the crannies of Krannert Center. Romeo et Juliette Krannert Center for the Performing Arts, U, 7:30pm, $22, $20 seniors, $15 students, $10 UI and youth The sensual music of Charles Gounod perfectly captures the powerful emotions of Shakespeare’s timeless, tragic love story in this exquisite opera.

Speech & Debate The Station Theatre, U, 8pm, $15 Passion and Intellect: an Evening of Poetry La Gourmandise Bistro on Main, U, 7pm

The East Meets The West Springer Cultural Center, C, 8am Larry Kanfer Gallery Holiday Event Larry Kanfer Photography Gallery, C, 10am

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Discovery Room Savoy Recreational Center, Savoy, all day, $2/Residents and Members, $3/NR Ages crawling-7. Monarch Award Challenge (M.A.C.) Champaign Public Library, C, 1pm For grades 1 and 2. Santa’s Secret Star William M. Staerkel Planetarium, C, 7pm, $4 adults, $3 students, seniors and children Learn about the day and night sky and how the stars seem to make pictures in the sky in our newest holiday show for young stargazers.

art Artisans 10-Plus Show Pages for All Ages, Savoy, all day Artisans 10-Plus is a collection of women artists from Urbana-Champaign who share a comradeship in the arts.

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“My Name is Art:” The Life and Work of Art Chantry Parkland Art Gallery, C Including 50 original posters, this exhibit is a must-see for anyone interested in design, pop culture and the music industry. Artisans 10-Plus Show Pages for All Ages, Savoy, all day Artisans 10-Plus is a collection of women artists from Urbana-Champaign who share a comradeship in the arts. The East Meets The West Springer Cultural Center, C, 8am Larry Kanfer Gallery Holiday Event Larry Kanfer Photography Gallery, C, 10am

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The Turinos & Neoga Blacksmith with The Discovery Room Number One Sons Savoy Recreational CenIron Post, U, 6pm ter, Savoy, all day, $2/ Red Herring Coffeehouse Residents and Members, Revival $3/NR Red Herring Coffeehouse, Ages crawling-7. U, 8pm, $3 Tales for Twos New Ruins, Common Douglass Branch Library, Loon, Carl Hauck, My C, 10:30am Dear Alan Andrews. Dinosaur Day Timber Train at Huber’s Douglass Branch Library, Huber’s West End Store, C, 4pm C, 8pm Children of all ages can High Maintenance join in an hour of dinosaur Rosebowl Tavern, Ltd., activities and crafts. U, 9pm Rev. Robert fundraisers The Embassy Tavern & Illini 4000 Beneﬁt Grill, U, 9pm Canopy Club, U, 6:30pm, Graydog $10 Old Orchard Lanes, Savoy, Featuring World’s First 9pm Flying Machine, Roses Underpaid Packy and Sake, Organic Flow Memphis on Main, C, and No Comment. 9pm

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Yoga Classes Krannert Art Museum and Kinkead Pavilion, C, sporting event 12pm Women’s Volleyball vs This hour-long class introPenn State duces the fundamentals Huff Hall, C, 7pm, $5 pub- of hatha yoga. Particilic, $4 faculty, $2 youth, pants should bring their students free with ID own yoga mats. Other supplies are provided.

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miscellaneous Japan House Tours Japan House, U, 1pm Free to the public, no reservations required. The Bike Project Open Shop Hours Urbana-Champaign Independent Media Center, U, 3pm Check out the tools and work stands you can use to fix your own bike and tour their massive collection of parts, spares and used bikes. The Next Dance Assembly Hall, C, 3:30pm, $5 public, students free Sponsored by Students for Chief Illiniwek. The event will include a brief filmed history of the tradition, guest speakers, and will culminate with the performance of Chief Illiniwek XXXII Logan Ponce. Libretto: Romeo et Juliette Krannert Center for the Performing Arts, U, 6:30pm, $6 Homegrown Talent Show Illini Union, U, 7pm

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dents, $10 UI and youth The sensual music of Charles Gounod perfectly captures the powerful emotions of Shakespeare’s timeless, tragic love story in this exquisite opera.

The Bike Project Open Shop Hours Urbana-Champaign Independent Media Center, U, 3pm Check out the tools and work stands you can use art exhibit to fix your own bike and “My Name is Art:” The tour their massive collecLife and Work of Art tion of parts, spares and Chantry used bikes. Parkland Art Gallery, C Libretto: Romeo et Including 50 original post- Juliette ers, this exhibit is a must- Krannert Center for see for anyone interested the Performing Arts, U, in design, pop culture and 6:30pm, $6 the music industry.

art Artisans 10-Plus Show Pages for All Ages, Savoy, all day Artisans 10-Plus is a collection of women artists from Urbana-Champaign who share a comradeship in the arts. The East Meets The West Springer Cultural Center, C, 1:30pm Larry Kanfer Gallery Holiday Event Larry Kanfer Photography Gallery, C, 11am

social issues Anti-War Anti-Racism Effort Meeting Urbana-Champaign Independent Media Center, U, 6pm AWARE meets every Sunday 5-7pm at UC Independent Media Center.

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Emerald Rum Blind Pig Co., The, C, 6pm

Discovery Room Savoy Recreational Center, Savoy, all day, $2/Residents and Members, $3/NR Ages crawling-7.

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Mpowerment Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Resources, U, 5pm Mpowerment is a community group for young gay/bisexual men. Its purpose is to build a strong, healthy, inclusive and safe LGBT community in Champaign-Urbana.

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UC Books to Prisoners work session Urbana-Champaign Independent Media Center, U, 1pm UC Books to Prisoners is an Urbana, IL based project providing books to Illinois inmates at no cost. Volunteer at the work session. FriendShop Used Book karaoke Store Open Liquid Courage Karaoke Champaign Public Library, Geo’s, U, 7pm C, 2:30pm The Library Friends sell stage used books for $1 or less, Romeo et Juliette plus CDs, videos, and Krannert Center for the DVDs for $1.50, along Performing Arts, U, 3pm, with unique gift items. All $22, $20 seniors, $15 stu- sales benefit the library. UFLive! presents Berimbau Bandit and the Caxixikid: The Chad Dunn and Jason Finkelman Percussion Duo Urbana Free Library, U, 2pm Tiffany Poon Krannert Center for the Performing Arts, U, 3pm

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kids & families Discovery Room Savoy Recreational Center, Savoy, all day, $2/ Residents and Members, $3/NR Ages crawling-7. O Baby! Champaign Public Library, C, 9:45am, 10:30am Babies’ Lap Time Moonlight Edition Urbana Free Library, U, 6:30pm Before going to bed, babies and their parents or caregivers are invited to partake in songs, stories, and rhymes for the library’s youngest patrons, ages birth to 24 months with an adult.

Open Mic Night Dada Madhuvidyananda, Cowboy Monkey, C, 10pm a yogic monk and teacher Hosted by Mike Ingram. is leading the group meditation and gives a brief stage talk on yogic spiritual INNER VOICES Social practices and philosophy Issues Theatre Presents: after the practice. FREEZE! Body Police classes & workPeabody Private Dining shops Hall, C, 8pm The performances are Mastery of Consciousopen to the public and ness free of admission. School of Metaphysics, U, 7:30pm

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My Name is Art: The Life and Work of Art Chantry Parkland Art Gallery, C Including 50 original posters, this exhibit is a mustsee for anyone interested in design, pop culture and the music industry.

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concert Takacs Quartet/Muzsikas/Marta Sebestyen Krannert Center for the Performing Arts, U, 7:30pm, $30, $25 seniors, $21 students, $16 UI and youth Sure Fire Groove Canopy Club, U, 9pm, $15

karaoke Paul Faber Dragon Karaoke The Embassy Tavern & Grill, U, 9pm Liquid Courage Karaoke Geovanti’s, C, 10pm

Zoo Improv Comedy Troup Iron Post, U, 8pm

art exhibit My Name is Art: The Life and Work of Art Chantry Parkland Art Gallery, C Including 50 original posters, this exhibit is a mustsee for anyone interested in design, pop culture and the music industry.

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Artisans 10-Plus Show Pages for All Ages, Savoy, live music all day mon, nov 17 Donnie Heitler Artisans 10-Plus is a colopen mic Great Impasta, C, 6pm lection of women artists live music Traditional Irish Music Amateur Comedy Night from Urbana-Champaign Jazz Jam Hosted by MRS Session Memphis on Main, C, who share a comradeship Trio Bentley’s Pub, C, 7pm 8:30pm in the arts. mind/body/spirit Iron Post, U, 7pm Rocket Science At Original material only. The East Meets The West FingaLickin Look Good ... Feel Better: art Senator’s Inn Pub Open-Mic Night Springer Cultural Center, The Embassy Tavern & Beauty Techniques for Artisans 10-Plus Show Senator’s Bar & Grill, SaRadio Maria, C, 10:30pm C, 8am Grill, U, 8pm Women with Cancer Pages for All Ages, Savoy, voy, 8pm Hosted by Jake Fleischli Monday Night Miracle Concept College of Cos- all day of The Tractor Kings and kids & families with Zmick metology, U, 5:30pm Artisans 10-Plus is a col- dj Jared Roberts of ZeroDiscovery Room Canopy Club, U, 9pm A free program that lection of women artists Country Dancing at Base. Savoy Recreational Centeaches beauty techfrom Urbana-Champaign Bradley’s II ter, Savoy, all day, $2/ dj stage nique to women who who share a comradeship Bradley’s II, C, 9pm, $5 Residents and Members, DJ Mingram are actively undergoin the arts. DJ Bob Bass Speech & Debate $3/NR Highdive, C, 10pm ing cancer treatment to The East Meets The West Highdive, C, 8pm, $3/$5 The Station Theatre, U, Ages crawling-7. help them combat the Springer Cultural Center, after 10pm 8pm, $12 Around the World stage appearance-related side C, 8am DJ Bris INNER VOICES Social Wednesdays Abe Froman Project effects of radiation and Cowboy Monkey, C, 8pm Issues Theatre Presents: Spurlock Museum, U, lectures Mike ‘n’ Molly’s, C, 9pm chemotherapy. VolunDJ LEGTWO FREEZE! Body Police 9:30am, $2 donation teer cosmetologists will Brown Bag Lectures Fall Boltini Lounge, C, 9pm Busey Evans Residence Children and their parart exhibit offer tips on wig, skin, 2008 Jeff Markland’s DJ’s all Hall, U, 8pm ents are invited to drop “My Name is Art:” The and nail care. They will Foreign Languages Build- request The performances are in for a wide variety of Life and Work of Art also review the twelve ing, U, 12pm Radmaker’s Rock & Roll open to the public and culture-based crafts and Chantry steps of makeup applicaTavern, Tolono, 9pm free of admission. activities. Parkland Art Gallery, C tion and provide a dem- kids & families Salsa Night with DJ Bris Bebe Miller: Necessary Storyshop Including 50 original post- onstration on scarf tying. Discovery Room Cowboy Monkey, C, 10pm Beauty Champaign Public Library, ers, this exhibit is a must- Tarot Card Reading Savoy Recreational CenReggae Night @ Barfly Krannert Center for C, 9:45am, 10:30am see for anyone interested Carmon’s Restaurant, C, ter, Savoy, all day, $2/ Barfly, C, 10pm the Performing Arts, U, Storyshop at the Branch in design, pop culture and 5:30pm, $15 Residents and Members, DJ Mingram 7:30pm, $36, $31 seniors, the music industry. $3/NR Soma Ultralounge, C, $25 students, $20 UI and tue, nov 18 Ages crawling-7. 10pm youth art Tuesday Twos live music Artisans 10-Plus Show Champaign Public Library, Pages for All Ages, Savoy, Acoustic Tuesday with C, 9:45am, 10:30am, all day Jeremy Harper 11:15am Artisans 10-Plus is a col- Memphis on Main, C, Babies’ Lap Time lection of women artists 7:30pm Urbana Free Library, U, from Urbana-Champaign Jeff Kerr and Billy Galt 10:30am A Woman’s Fund — Maintenance Assistant who share a comradeship The Embassy Tavern & Goodnight Storyshop Volunteers are needed for a variety of ongoing maintenance needs in the arts. Grill, U, 8pm Champaign Public Library, The East Meets The West The Piano Man C, 6:30pm including: painting rooms, carpet cleaning, window cleaning, washing Springer Cultural Center, Canopy Club, U, 9pm walls, sanitizing toys in the play area and organizing various donations. lgbt C, 8am Corn Desert Ramblers These all make great group projects. Please contact Bert Morris at 384Rosebowl Tavern, Ltd., Rainbow Coffeehouse 4491 or morrisr@awomansfund.org. literary U, 9pm Wesley-United Methodist Kick Back and Read Church & Wesley FoundaChampaign Public Library, dj tion, U, 6:30pm One to One Mentor Program — School-based Mentors C, 6:45pm “Dusty Music” — DJ The LGTBQA Caucus of This book discussion Delayney the GEO offers the opporLooking for a way to connect with today’s youth? By spending just group for high school stu- Mike ‘n’ Molly’s, C, tunity to learn more about one hour a week during the school year mentoring a child, you can make dents meets one Monday 10:15pm, $1 the LGTBQ representation a difference. Become a One to One Mentor in Champaign or Urbana night a month. in the Graduate Employschools. Please contact Lauren Smith in Champaign at 351-3722 or karaoke The Write Stuff ees’ Organization and to Champaign Public Library, Liquid Courage Karaoke help promote commuBarbara Linder in Urbana at 337-0853. C, 7:45pm Geo’s, U, 9pm nity, solidarity and social Get creative with other Karaoke with Randy justice. Developmental Services Center — Decorating for the middle and high school Miller students looking to hone Bentley’s Pub, C, 9:30pm mind/body/ Holidays spirit their craft. Share your work, showcase your tal- open mic Tarot Card Readings DSC operates seven group homes and one supported living apartent on the library’s webOriginal Music Showcase Carmon’s Restaurant, C, ment. As the holiday season approaches, volunteers are needed to help site, and try new forms of Espresso Royale, U, 8pm 5pm, $15 decorate these homes along side residents. This activity would occur in writing. No registration. Musicians are encourBeginners’ Group Mediearly December and would be a wonderfully opportunity to volunteer aged to participate and tation together as a family or youth group. Please contact Janice McAteer at volunteer to showcase their original Ananda Liina Yoga & Teen Advisory Board material. Meditation Center, U, 6pm 356-9176 or jmcateer@dsc-illinois.org for more information. Champaign Public Library, Open Mic Night Learn and practice mantra C, 6pm Memphis on Main, C, 8pm chanting and meditation.

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Choice of 1, 2, 3 & 4 Bedrooms for Fall ✦ Laundry facilities, many with washer/dryer in unit. ✦ Dishwasher/Microhood ✦ Balconies ✦ Parking ✦ Intercom entries ✦ 24 hour emergency maintenance ✦ High speed internet access/Ethernet SEE THE DIFFERENCE Mon - Sat (217) 328-3770

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3 BR or 2 BR plus study New kitchen, A/C, pkg, deck/patio Available Fall 2009 @ $695/mo The Weiner Companies, Ltd. 1-217-384-8001 www.weinercompanies.com

Sunnycrest Apartments Spacious 1BR, A/C, laundry, free parking. On busline, near the new Meijer in Urbana. Available NOW. Starting at $410. Call Paul at 637-4104 or 344-1306

Round Barn Apartments Spacious 1BR ($450+) & 2BR ($550+), A/C, laundry, free parking, near shopping, on busline. Some with brand new kitchens appliances! Call Paul at 637-4104 or 344-1306

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312 W. Illinois, U.+$1100/mo. Unfurnished 3 BR, 2 BA, garage, C/A, hardwood floors, washer/dryer included The Weiner Companies, LTD. 217-384-8001 www.weinercompanies.com

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804 W. Springfield 7 BR House (duplex) on Campus $2,800/mo. Furnished, large BRs, 2 kitchens, D/W, 3 baths, washer/dryer, parking, hardwood floors, large front porch

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The Loop aT KrannerT CenTer how can you be in-the-know, socialize, and do a good deed all at the same time? get in The Loop! Your annual gift of $100-$999 supports the Center’s marquee programs and educational endeavors and connects you to the in’s and out’s of Krannert Center initiatives, programs, and special events. To learn more, contact our Development office at theloop@kcpa.illinois.edu.

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Ui Chamber orchestra // sChooL of mUsiC

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Roméo et Juliette // sChooL of mUsiC oPEra Program

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Marquee performances are supported in part by the Illinois Arts Council—a state agency that recognizes Krannert Center in its Partners in Excellence Program.

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Friendliest Waitstaff LEGENDS 522 E. Green St, C. 355-7674

For several years, Legends has been a staple of the UI campus. This year, the waitstaff has reached new heights, as they were voted Friendliest Waitstaff for the Best of CU. Legends is a great place to go for an Illini game or to just kick back with friends. “Even if I didn’t work here, I’d want to come hang out,” said Nijika Rustagi, one of Legend’s prized waitresses. With menu choices such as chicken fingers, burgers, fries and several other tasty drunk foods, customers won’t go hungry during the big game. Legends’ low-key tunes (low-key meaning no techo), wooden booths and dim

lighting contribute to their relaxed environment. No stripper poles here, sorry Joe’s fans! With the bar spanning from the comfortable outdoor patio area to the tables lining the windows on Green Street, the waitstaff is put to work with a lot of bar ground to cover, but they seem to do so with ease. You won’t go thirsty waiting for one of the staff to come around and fill up your drink. “At Legends, it’s really friendly,” Rustagi said as she dropped off a round of shots at a nearby table. She is right. If a relaxed, friendly atmosphere is something you look for in a bar, then head to Legends and experience it firsthand. » Katie Shea

Runner Ups: Biaggi’s 2235 S. Neil St, C. 356-4300 Carmon’s 415 N. Neil St, C. 352-5880

303 S. Neil • (217) 356-4703

The Best Kosher Food on Campus is at

The Cohen Center Café Sababa

Individual Meals and Meal Plans Available Fresh Salads, Sandwiches, Soups, and Sides made daily.

All lunches only $7.50 All boxes include a freshly baked oatmeal raisin cookie, choice of Israeli couscous salad or potato chips, choice of beverage, recycled paper napkins, biodegradable plastic silverware, in a biodegradable double wrapped packaging. Allergy sensitive menu coming soon.

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As the only true concert venue in the CU area, it is no surprise that the Canopy Club takes the lead as the Best Live Music Venue. The diversity of talent that it brings onstage ranges from local bands and weekly regulars to bigger touring acts such as Girl Talk and Umphrey’s McGee. According to Canopy Club owner Seth Fein, the venue is versatile with multiple stages and setups to fit the needs of any act and to account for any size audience. Floor-to-ceiling rainforest murals create the atmosphere while multiple bars and rare concert posters make the club a fun and exciting place to hang out. After 10 years of being in business, Canopy Club continues to draw crowds of people to shows each week, some acts attracting a long line of anxious concert–goers several blocks long. Fein says that the diverse booking and unanimously good viewing is what keeps people coming, making Canopy Club CU’s pick for best live music venue. » Emily Carlson

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THEATER VENUE

KRANNERT CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS 500 E. Peabody Drive, C. 244-0516

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If you’ve seen a play at the Krannert Center for the Performing Arts, you know you can expect metropolitan-quality performances in any one of four different venues. When told of their win in this category, theater department members were very humble about their role at Krannert. “It’s great to have a bunch of artists in one shoe-

box,” said actor Drew Shirley, who just wrapped up a run as Horatio in Hamlet. “In a week, you could see an opera, a musical, maybe a solo performance and a piece of modern dance.” Even the head of the theater department, Brant Pope, said, “The department of theater is just one piece of the puzzle.”

But he also shared what theatergoers can look forward to this year: Anon(ymous), a modern retelling of Homer’s Odyssey; the musical How to Succeed in Business without Really Trying; a play about brave women who have survived the war in Bosnia called Necessary Targets; and the classic Three Sisters by Russian master Anton Chekhov. » Betsi Freeman

RUNNERS UP: Virginia Theatre, 203 W Park Ave., C. 356-9053 Savoy 16, 232 Burwash Ave., S. 355-3456

ART GALLERY KRANNERT ART MUSEUM 500 E. Peabody Drive, C. 244-0516 From comic strips to Japanese paper installations, the Krannert Art Museum offers art virgins and connoisseurs alike with a smorgasbord of visual delicacies to sate their aesthetic palates. You can see thousands of works of art, free of charge, just by walking or hopping on the bus to Peabody Drive in Champaign. According to director Kathleen Harleman, the museum augments its 9,000-piece permanent collection with 15 to 18 exhibitions, which they try to change four or five times a year. “We try to relate to lots of parts of the community and be a place where people are continually surprised by what we’re doing and what they can experience,” Harleman says. The museum also serves as a space for art students and faculty to showcase their work. In addition to their diverse collection, the museum hosts exhibition openings (complete with refreshments), a weekly yoga class, concerts and a monthly open-mic hip-hop night. It also houses a small café, perfect for a coffee date or grabbing a bite to go. While going to an art museum might not be the first outing to come to mind, the Krannert Art Museum offers a multi-faceted experience that just might make you a convert. “Lots of people think museums are elitist,” Harleman says. “In reality, [Krannert] is really a place where you can have fun and challenge your own assumptions.” » Lauren Yang

RUNNERS UP: Cinema Gallery, 120 W Main St., U. 367-3711 Heartland Gallery, 112 W Main St., U. 337-4767

Out of Sequence, the current exhibit at Krannert Art Museum. Photo by Matt Harlan www.the217.com

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RUNNERS-UP: Best Buy, 2117 N. Prospect Ave., C. 352-8883 Parasol, 303 W. Griggs St., U. 344-8609

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For the second year in a row, Exile on Main Street (yes, it’s both located on Main Street and named after the Rolling Stones album) has been voted the best place to purchase music in the area. Casually surveying the store aisles, I was awed at the plethora of eccentric, niche-oriented music memorabilia and paraphernalia, from the latest popular LPs to vintage records. When asked about the “most obscure” item in the store, Exile owner Jeff Brandt excitedly pointed out a 16-year-old bottle of Ministry (the industrial band) motor oil that both houses a trace amount of actual oil and advertises, “Jesus built my hotrod.” Such anomalous pieces distinguish Exile from its more mainstream competitors. In addition to the “rare,” the store also boasts an extensive array of local music, from Hathaways to Angie Heaton and the Gentle Tamers. In support of the local scene, Exile even participated in this fall’s Pygmalion festival, hosting an in-store show featuring area favorites such as Santa and Snowsera. No wonder fans of the local and the aberrant flock to this music mecca. As of late, vinyl records have been the best-sellers at Exile, most notably the latest TV on the Radio release and Radiohead’s reissue albums. As Brandt said, “Our customers are usually not looking for your average Top 40 records.” » Ashley Albrecht

CHESTER STREET D A N C E CLUB 63 E. Chester St., C. 356-5607

With a reputation of being as accessible as it is exciting, the Chester Street Dance Club — affectionately known as C-Street — was a favorite for Best Gay Nightlife. “We have a nice-sized dance floor, we have a new light system, [which makes for] more of the place for people to dance,” says Kyle Ellis, combination bartender, barback and doorman. “We have a side bar to hang out and have a beer if [club-goers] aren’t into dancing.” The club really gets going on the weekend, Ellis says: “We get pretty packed; we don’t have just gays and lesbians, we have campus students, all kinds of people come in to dance. It’s more gay-friendly than just a gay bar, just like we have people on our staff who aren’t gay.” The bar is as inclusive as its drink menu. “It welcomes people in the gay community in a safe environment, as opposed to campus, where you don’t know what you’re getting into,” Ellis says. “We’re welcoming to everybody.” » Drake Baer

RUNNERS UP: Boltini Lounge, 211 N Neil St., C. 378-8001 Murphy’s Pub, 604 E Green St., C. 352-7275 A customer looking through albums at Exile on Main St. Photo by Tom Root

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PLACE TO SEE A MOVIE SAVOY 16 THEATER

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232 Burwash Ave., S. 355-3456

When it comes to seeing a movie in Chambana, Savoy 16 takes the cake ... or popcorn. Whether it’s their wide selection of movies, great service or just the abundance of Milk Duds, Savoy promises excellence to each and every customer. Casey Kashnig, a manager at Savoy, says, “We really strive to put on a good presentation, greet the customers and treat them how they want to be treated. We also do a really good job of keeping this place clean.” And keep it clean they do. While the occasional stray popcorn kernel

is inevitable, you won’t find yourself stuck to the floor in a sea of Pepsi products. While the freedom of clean shoes and the comfy seats are nice, the best bonus comes when you sign up for e-mail updates at the ticket counter. An inbox influx of coupons that offer deals such as popcorn and a soft drink for $2 make the trip a little sweeter. So when you’re in the mood for a movie — or maybe just an excuse for candy — head down Neil to Savoy 16, the theater that » Hallie Borden you voted best of CU.

RUNNERS UP: Carmike Beverly 18, 910 Meijer Dr, C. 359-5687 Boardman’s Art Theatre, 126 W Church St, C. 355-0068

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BATHROOM ILLINI UNION

1401 W. Green St., U. 333-4666

As the most representative building of the University, the Illini Union obviously must maintain its image to reflect the best of the University. This includes the dark and dirty details such as the bathrooms and what’s inside. Junior Olivia Maldonado says she’s never seen these bathrooms dirty. The bathrooms are conveniently lit on both sides of the building. “Compared to other bathrooms, they don’t smell and there are stall doors,” she says. Frequent patrons of this bathroom will notice that air freshener is always present, as opposed to other campus bathrooms. As a community health major, Maldonado says these bathrooms are up to public health standards, in her opinion. “Compared to other bathrooms on campus, they probably have a lower germ count,” she says. » Jean Kim

RUNNERS-UP Boltini Lounge, 211 N Neil St., C. 378-8001 Illini Media, 512 E Green St., C, 337-8300

A bathroom inside Illini Union. Photo by Wallo Villacorta

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When that night comes around where you say to yourself, “I’m sick of just drinking and trying to pick up girls ... I just want to dance,” then Joe’s Brewery is the place where you can let the dancing queen or king take hold of you. Dan Gottschlich, general manager of Joe’s, thinks he knows why they’ve been voted best place to bust a move several years in a row. “We’ve got good music, a great sound system, great lights and overall, just a fun place to be,” Gottschlich said. Whether you’re in the mood to rage to some bumping techno beat or go back to the golden years of your youth, the bar will play the largest assortment of tunes possible. “We play a wide range, from techno to hip-hop. Tuesday nights are our eighth grade dance nights where we play hits basically from when people were in eighth grade, with Backstreet Boys and songs along those lines,” Gottschlich said. So go to one of the few bars on campus that actually has a dance floor, poles included, and get down and boogie. » Landon Cassman

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Movies and porn tend to make sex seem like a mattress-breaking, neighbor-w in sheets, candles and positions that require the flexibility of an Olympic gymnast. C’mon, no one’s bedroom adventures are that intense. However, if your sex life is as exciting as squirrel watching on the Quad, maybe it’s time to upgrade and check out Illini Arcade. “The products we offer can add spice and a different element to sex,” said the manager, Dawn, who preferred to keep her last name anonymous. “Sometimes people get caught in lags, and there’s no harm in trying something new.” Illini Arcade offers a wide variety of movies, lingerie, novelties, magazines and lubes. Open

24 hours, it is a “good place to come in for a 2 a.m. study break,” Dawn said, chuckling. Although diversity of gadgets may be intimidating for some, employees are well-trained and help customers pick the best product for their needs. “We always talk with the customer to make sure they are leaving with the right product,” said Dawn. Customer privacy is also highly respected. “Our employees are good at being discreet,” said Dawn. This means that your 9 a.m. econ discussion class won’t be giving you strange looks as you waltz in after a late-night run for some goodies. So whether you’re a valued customer or coming in for the first time, Illini Arcade can help you turn bedroom boredom into bliss. » Maggie Puniewska

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Girl Talk at Canopy, November 5 by Kate Brankin As soon as Canopy Club’s doors opened, those lucky enough to grab one of the coveted tickets to Girl Talk’s sold-out show streamed in, heading directly for the front of the stage. The audience that Gregg Gillis, the man behind the laptop loop mash-ups, drew was diverse. This wasn’t a show just for hipsters. This wasn’t a show pulling in mostly sorority girls or frat guys either. It didn’t matter if someone had never heard a single track off of one of Gillis’ 4 albums, because more than likely, they already knew the words. This was a show for anyone who just felt like partying. Opening acts CX Kidtronix and punk electronica duo Deathset made sure to keep the audience enterained before the headliner, but all that was forgotten, when Gregg Gillis jogged on stage in a mismatched sweat suit. The anticipation had been built up beyond control and when he approached the table in the front of the stage, it erupted. Without making the crowd wait another second, he started turning knobs, pressing buttons, and stringing loops together into the complexly layered anthems he is known for. Gillis mainly constructed songs from his most recent album, Feed the Animals, available for any price on his website. Each song flowed effortlessly into the next, leaving little break for the dance party that had now ruptured onto the stage despite the security guards best regulatory efforts. Listening to Girl Talk is similar to eating a Jelly Belly variety bag with closed eyes; you can’t see what’s coming but when you get a flavor you recognize, it is way more exciting than picking it out of a bowl. Gillis layered loops from “Jesse’s Girl,” Kelly Clarkson, and Peter Bjorn and John all within a quick four minutes. The mash-ups were filled with ironically juxtaposed lyrics, danceable, spastic rhythms, and overtly sexual content but what made the show memorable was Gillis’s engaging stage performance. He jumped off the stage into the crowd, joining a few body surfers, (only he wasn’t whisked off immediately by a security guard when he found his way back to the stage), left his laptop to mill around with audience members gyrating on stage, and danced to his own music from on top of his table. Gillis displayed a convincing ability to make this show, one of several on his demanding tour schedule, seem like his one of his first. His energy was enormous and endless. His enthusiasm, if it was an act, was a great one. He managed to blur the relationship between the audience and the performer. Gillis responded to the audience and the audience responded back. It was almost like a partnership; each side trying to one-up the other for who could be most out of control.

There were no breaks in the music until the onstage dancers accidentally pushed the table with all of Girl Talk’s equipment into the crowd. Gillis, a large security guard, and concertgoers on and off saved the equipment from falling over completely but, the music had to stop for a half hour so the equipment could be set up again. When Girl Talk returned, it was like he had never left. He didn’t stop playing again until 1 a.m. To usher himself out, he looped in Weezer’s “Say it Aint So” over Pixies’ “Where is My Mind?” The lights in Canopy rose, girls wrung sweat out of their ponytails, and guys realized that the shirt they had flung off was lost forever. Skeptics of Girl Talk who don’t consider Gregg Gillis to be a “real” musician because he samples from numberless existing pop songs can’t deny the fact that he is a real performer. If anyone didn’t have a crazy time at Girl Talk, it wasn’t because Gregg Gillis didn’t try hard to create one. Photos by Isaac Bloom

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Female Viagra The little pink pill Since the release and success of Viagra for male erectile problems, pharmaceutical companies have been frantically searching for the next huge money maker: a drug that will improve women’s sex lives. Companies are looking to develop a medical treatment for Female Sexual Dysfunction (FSD), which can include problems with desire, arousal and orgasm. The goal of the products currently in development is to increase sexual desire, partly by engorging the genitals with blood to increase genital “awareness” with the hope that this increase in physical sensation would lead to an increase in desire for sex by women and intensify physical pleasure. There’s certainly a market for the little pink pill. Problems with desire are the chief complaint of women and couples who access sex counseling or therapy, and it’s estimated that 43 percent of women suffer from sexual problems. However, controversy exists over how we assess and measure supposed sexual problems and what is considered “normal.” In addition, questions abound about the medicalization of sexuality and using prescriptions to potentially create problems — and then cure them.

Bigger Hurdles Creating a female version of Viagra is more difficult than it was for men partly because physical arousal for women doesn’t always equal increased desire or more sex. Medications are limited and don’t address the numerous other factors that affect our sexual functioning. This holds true for men, too, although there was little if any controversy about that when Viagra was in clinical trials. Even with the use of Viagra, men cannot always get erections. Simply put, sexual functioning is not solely mechanical for women or men.

What’s Good for Women? Controversy around this issue prompted a group of psychologists, medical doctors, academics and feminists to form the New View Campaign to “resist the pharmaceutical industry’s notion that sexual dissatisfaction is a ‘disease’ that needs to be treated with a drug.” According to their Web site, the New View Campaign believes that most of women’s sexual problems are due to cultural conditions such as relationship issues, sexual abuse, poor sex education or stress from overwork. Part of the concern around the creation of these drugs is the way they will be marketed. As with other medications, the pharmaceutical companies will highlight symptoms that may lead many people to believe they need a prescription. We can imagine how commercials might sound. ”Do you desire sex less often than you used to? Has your partner noticed you aren’t in the mood anymore? You may have a condition known as FSD, and help is now available.” This can create feelings of inadequacy in women (and their partners), who may believe they need to be “fixed” when they were not previously bothered by their level of desire. Nov 13 – nov 19 08

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Quick Fix or Fixin’ for Failure? Sometimes medical interventions do help and can be the least invasive solution to a sexual problem. Not everyone would choose “talk therapy” to address their sexual issues if obtaining medication from their doctor could help. As with many problems people face, there may be multiple solutions. It is true that decreased desire is often caused by nonphysical factors or a combination of factors. Stress, fatigue and depression are examples of nonphysical causes that can manifest in physical symptoms that affect sexual functioning. In addition, it’s a myth that women in general aren’t bothered by their lack of interest in sex or lack of pleasure they derive from having sex. From a medical approach, something like a pill may be beneficial in increasing the physical desire for sex, which in some cases, might lead to more

sex and pleasure. If a woman begins engaging in sex because of this, it can have a beneficial effect on depression (including perhaps the relationship, intimacy and endorphins being released). Women may then feel better in general, leading to a natural increase in sexual desire. On the other hand, it may not have this effect at all, leaving women more stressed and upset over their sex lives.

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For both men and women, there is a desire by both those experiencing sexual problems and society to ensure that folks are functioning properly. Less attention is placed on examining why a person might be experiencing a problem to begin with and examining all the factors involved that could be addressed without medication. We believe the answer lies in better sex education and a society that supports positive

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Free Will Astrology ARIES

March 21-April 19

“You can’t know fire unless you play with it,” says Mark Finney, a math whiz who develops computer models for fighting forest fires. I offer that as a motto for you in the coming week, Aries. I’m not saying you should purposely ignite a conflagration for the sake of impulsive experimentation. I’m not saying you should kick smoldering embers around like soccer balls or light a cigarette while you’re pumping gasoline or buy yourself a flame-thrower. What I am saying is that it will be in your interest to learn more about how to play safely with intriguing, useful fires. Finney’s quote comes from the July 2008 issue of National Geographic.)

TAURUS

April 20-May 20

GEMINI

May 21-June 20

CANCER

June 21-July 22

The time for keeping the doors closed is passing. But it is not yet the right moment to fling them wide open. According to my reading of the omens, your best strategy is to keep doors ajar -- open just a crack, letting some air in and allowing a hint of your light to trickle out. This will discourage unfocused wanderers from barging in, while at the same time it encourages worthy candidates with a healthy curiosity to sneak peeks inside. “There is a rose in Spanish Harlem,” sings Ben E. King in his old pop ballad. “It is a special one/ It’s never seen the sun/ It only comes out when the moon is on the run.” King is fantasizing with longing about an alluring woman from a hardscrabble neighborhood. The rose is “growing in the street/ right up through the concrete” -- a delicate beauty blooming amidst tough conditions. Your assignment, Gemini, is to cultivate a connection with your equivalent of that rose. Every second of your life, your bone marrow produces 100 trillion molecules of hemoglobin, the stuff that carries oxygen from your lungs to the rest of you. Meanwhile, every minute, your immune system begets 10 million lymphocytes, which are key players in your body’s defenses. These are just two examples of the endless marvels you produce, Cancerian. You are a creator of the first order. You’re a supreme maker and a generative genius. Remember that in the coming days. It will help you be confident and purposeful as you birth minor miracles and intimate wonders.

LEO

July 23-Aug. 22

For decades the U.S. government has handed out far more welfare benefits to big corporations than to poor people. Companies like IBM, General Electric, Boeing, and others rake in over 100 billion dollars of subsidies each year. In other words, socialism has been a prominent feature of our so-called capitalist system for a long time. Recently, Karl Marx’s influence has made even deeper inroads into the American way, with the government becoming part-owner of many banks in order to keep them solvent. Will any of this fantastic largesse be extended to us regular citizens, like maybe in the form of nationalized health care? I can’t answer that. But I do know this, Leo: In the coming months, you will get help from powers that you regard as above and beyond you.

VIRGO

Aug. 23-Sept. 22

For many people, 10:30 a.m. is the single best time of day to come up with fresh insights and new ideas. But that won’t exactly be true for you in the coming week. I mean, 10:30 will be a time when you’re likely to be really smart, but then so will 11:30, 1:05, 2:37, 3:46, and 4:20. For that matter, 6:35 may also bring a gush of high intelligence, as well as 7:27, 8:19, and the last ten minutes before bedtime. What I’m trying to tell you, Virgo, is that you’re in a phase when being brilliant should come pretty naturally.

LIBRA

Sept. 23-Oct. 22

Ruminate a minute about the people who don’t see you for who you really are. Some of them are enemies, but others may be loved ones or allies. Consider the possibility that you have unconsciously bought in to their beliefs about you; that you are at least partially trapped in the habit of acting like the person they think you are. Now visualize what it would be like to free yourself from the images and expectations they have of you. Imagine www.the217.com

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the exhilaration you’d feel if you answered only to the still, small voice of your own lucid intuition. The coming weeks will be a good time for you to practice this high art.

SCORPIO

Oct. 23-Nov. 21

The New York Times ran a story about philosopher Nick Bostrom. He believes there’s a significant chance our world is actually a computer simulation. In his scenario, you and I are living in a version of The Matrix. Our “brains” are merely webs of computer circuits created by our post-human descendants, who are studying “ancestor simulations” of their past. I bring this to your attention, Scorpio, because it’s an excellent time for you to find out, one way or another, whether Bostrom is correct. Right now you have a special talent for knowing what’s real and what’s not. You’ve also got a knack for escaping what’s illusory and gravitating toward what’s authentic. So even if you do find out that we’re living in The Matrix, you could become a kind of messiah with resemblances to the character that Keanu Reaves played in the film trilogy.

SAGITTARIUS

Nov. 22-Dec. 21

CAPRICORN

Dec. 22-Jan. 19

AQUARIUS

Jan. 20-Feb. 18

In his book Signs of Success, astrologer Steven Weiss says “The question ‘Do you believe in astrology?’ is like asking someone if they believe in art.” I agree. Picture a no-nonsense physicist gazing at a Kandinsky painting, with its teeming blobs of mad color and exuberant shapes, and declaring it to be a superstitious eruption of delusion that’s not based on a logical understanding of the world. Like Kandinsky’s perspective, astrology at its best roots us in the poetic language of the soul, and isn’t blindly submissive to the values of the rational ego. It’s here to liberate our imaginations and encourage us to think less literally and to visualize our lives as mythic quests. I bring this to your attention, Sagittarius, because right now it’s crucial that you spend some quality time in modes of awareness akin to Kandinsky’s and astrology’s. Check out this excerpt from “Those Who Do Not Dance,” by Chilean poet Gabriel Mistral: “God asked from on high, / ‘How do I come down from this blueness?’ / We told Him: /come dance with us in the light.” I love this passage because it reminds me that nothing is ever set in stone: Everything is always up for grabs. Even God needs to be open to change and eager for fresh truths. Furthermore, even we puny humans may on occasion need to be God’s teacher and helper. Likewise, we can never be sure about what lowly or unexpected sources may bring us the influences we require. What do Mistral’s words mean to you, Capricorn? Imagine you’re the “God” referenced in the poem. What blueness are you ready to come down from, and who might invite you to dance in their light? All of the good works you do in the coming week will send ripples far and wide, but not all of them will be recognized and appreciated. I hope that’s OK with you; I hope you won’t get obsessed with trying to get all the credit you deserve. The fact is, your influences will be more effective and enduring if they are at least partially anonymous. Ironically, your power will be greater if it’s not fully noticed.

PISCES

Feb. 19-March 20

Describing his writing class at Sarah Lawrence College, Jeffrey McDaniel says: “There are two kinds of humor: ha-ha humor that is light and airy and floats into the sky like a balloon, vanishing as the giggling subsides; and then there is a darker, heavier humor that is still there when the laughter stops, a humor that must be reckoned with, a humor with teeth.” I suggest, Pisces, that you make the latter your specialty, your passion, and your medicine. Consort with belly laughs and sublime guffaws that rouse the ferocity you need in order to penetrate deeper into the heart of the Great Mystery.

c u s o u n d r e v i e w by Mike Ingram

So Long Forgotten ready to release Baptism For having a word like “Illini” in its title, the Illini 4000 seems to be disappointingly unknown around town. The group, through various activities, is dedicated to helping raise funds for cancer-related causes. One such cause is Camp Kesem, which runs summer camps for the children of parents affected by cancer. The Illini 4000 funds the UIUC version of this program. Likely the highest profile part of the group’s campaign is the Illini 4000 Bike America Team, which sends a team of bicyclers across the country over the summer, charged with raising awareness and interviewing cancer patients and survivors. The group’s Web site, http://illini4000.org, has much more information about how to get involved. On Friday evening, the Canopy Club will host a benefit for the organization featuring several strong local bands. The $10 entrance fee will not only go to a great cause but will also get you in to see World’s First Flying Machine, Roses and Sake, Organic Flow and No Comment. The show starts at 6:30 p.m. and will be followed by a late show from The Funky Monks, a Red Hot Chili Peppers tribute band. Well, at least they have a cool name. For gyro fans in the area, Zorba’s is known to be the place to make a pilgrimage for tzatziki and crinkle-cut fries. For the seasoned CU jazz fan, Zorba’s is a place with a storied past and an ongoing tradition of hosting great jazz bands every Thursday night. A quick trip to http://myspace. com/zorbas73 reveals upcoming sets from the Holly Holmes Group and Craig Russo. Tonight, you can catch Ear Doctor — longtime CU jazz favorite known for excellent musicianship. It will only cost you three bucks to get in, and if you get there a little earlier than the 9:30 p.m. start time, you can still nab a gyro (a reduced menu will be available late-night). It’s officially cold weather time, which means that shows at Mike ‘n Molly’s have moved to the upstairs room, which to some people is a blessing. The room might be tiny and you might have to scale quite a staircase to reach it, but for many, it has been the site of some favorite shows. It’s intimate, the sound is great and there are even some comfy chairs in the back if you get there early enough to snag one. Tonight, you

can investigate all of these things for yourself as Murph brings you the sounds of newer local band Withershins, Deconstructing Jim and Milwaukee agro-rock band Fulbright Scholar. If you’re in the mood for moody rock at raucous volumes, plink down your five bucks, and enter by the 10 p.m. start time. On Friday night, Brian Phelps (the BEST Charlie-Brown-under-a-spotted-sheet-for-Halloween that I’ve ever seen) and his indie-pop outfit, Lucky Mulholland, will play the Iron Post along with the expert songwriting of Dan Hubbard and the Humadors, the Bloomington, Ill., outfit containing members of the Hubbards. The Humadors recently made their CU debut on WEFT Sessions and are ready to get things rolling, sandwiched between Lucky Mulholland and another local act, Backyard Shark. Look for things to kick off at 9 p.m., with a $5 cover charge. Saturday evening is the right time for the Red Herring, where a “Coffeehouse Revival” show will commence at 8 p.m. Lined up to play for the very low $3 cover charge: New Ruins (with a very strong second album under their belts), Common Loon, Carl Hauck and My Dear Alan Andrews. The last is listed as from Two Medicine, Mont., but the only shows listed are two local gigs, so something is awry. The songs on the MySpace page are pleasant, though, so check ‘em out. So Long Forgotten, the nationally touring act from right in our neck of the woods, are poised to release a new EP, Baptism, at a show in Mahomet on Saturday. The Post Office (the venue in the old U.S. Post Office in downtown Mahomet) is a frequent stop for the band and will serve as the release spot with a show also featuring Mahomet’s Todd Reese, Cincinnati’s All the Day Holiday, Louisiana band As Cities Burn and Decatur’s Greenwood. The bands are all part of a growing collective of national DIY bands touring together playing coffeehouses, community centers, churches and other alternative venues. So Long Forgotten will use the show as a launching point for a short Midwest tour that will also include a set on WEFT Sessions (http://weft. org/sessions) on Monday, Nov. 17. The Post Office show will start at 7 p.m., is for all ages and may have a small cover (the new EP is $5). —Mike Ingram can be reached at forgottenwords@gmail.com.

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Likes & Gripes Tommy Trafton Music Editor Likes 1) Corduroy: It’s been awhile since I bought a good pair of corduroy pants to warm me for the winter. This made me realize that, despite sleeping in my corduroy comforter nightly, walking in my corduroy Converses and packing my corduroy backpack, I have been neglecting my favorite textile. I just bought a new pair, though, with 11 wales per inch (best thickness). Cozy. 2) Red onions: I will eat them like apples. Onions are the oldest vegetables known to mankind, and the older one is, the more pungent it becomes. I recently found a half of one in the back of my fridge that I think has been there since I moved in. It looks really wrinkled, but it smells better than ever and makes my eyes profusely vomit tears. Delicious. 3) Corduroy red onions: The 2000s brought about the possibility of genetically engineered foods and the art of sewing as a means to clothe society. The future holds the fusion between the two modern sciences. Corduroy red onions will be both warm and pungent. They will be the perfect union between two of mankind’s strongest aphrodisiacs. Preferably 11 wales per inch, 19 rings.

Suzanne Stern Community Editor Gripes 1) F.O.M.O.: It stands for “Fear Of Missing Out.” When I’m in class, studying, doing laundry or something equally as unappealing, I experience FOMO regularly. What are my friends doing? Can this horrible activity end so I can join in? Or even worse, when your friends are doing something like the Beer Olympics and you are working. Extreme FOMO. 2) Couples who slowly walk while holding hands on the Quad during passing periods: I have a boyfriend. I like him, and sometimes I want to hold his hand. However, if you have the sudden urge to hold your significant other’s hand during a passing period (ex. 11:50-12), for the love of God, walk at a normal pace. I have places to go, and you two take up way too much room to walk slowly. 3) Slow walkers in general: Even if I am just going home after class, I want to get there, let alone when I need to be someplace. Winners don’t walk slow.

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Keith Hollenkamp Movies Editor Gripes 1) The Dental Circle: I know nothing about the quality of their dentistry, all I know is that The Dental Circle that is by my apartment is no circle at all. It is actually a dodecagon. A circle doesn’t even have any sides, and this building has twelve. Why would you lie to me like that? Why? 2) Book delays: I am looking at you George R. R. Martin. A Dance with Dragons has had like three “projected” release dates, but it still keeps getting delayed! The final two books of the series better not be as delayed as this one. I mean, how hard can it be to write a 1,200-page book that I sometimes feel like I need to take notes on to keep up with all the information? 3)The misuse of the word “irony”: One of my pet peeves. The fact that you and your friend accidentally both dressed as a “slutty (blank)” for Halloween is not ironic, it is a coincidence. 4) Light pollution: Sometimes I just want to see the stars.

Bonnie Stiernberg Calendar Editor LIKES 1) The peanut butter brownies at Espresso Royale: It’s like a Reese’s peanut butter cup but more delicious and in brownie form. 2) Perez Hilton: Drawing on pictures of Lindsay Lohan with an outdated version of PaintShop Pro never gets old. 3) Winter weather: I’m sick of not knowing whether I need to wear a T-shirt or a sweater, and now that it’s finally getting cold, I can finally leave my apartment dressed appropriately.

Amanda Brenner Copy Editor Gripes 1) Rex Grossman: No, you’re not sexy, and no, you’re not good. Stop throwing interceptions, stop throwing off your back foot ... in fact, just stop throwing, and get back on the bench. Chicago doesn’t want you, and I would gladly trade you for Erin Andrews, a superior Florida alum who could probably get a passer rating higher than, oh I don’t know, zero against the Packers this Sunday. 2) Fox News: What a waste of space. 3) Victoria’s Secret: They discontinued my favorite fragrance in favor of one that smells like birthday cake smeared on a lilac bush. Thanks a lot, jackasses.

Michell Eloy Food Editor Likes 1) Chocolate chip scones from Espresso Royal: Firm on the outside, buttery and flaky on the inside, they’re like a little piece of heaven. Coupled vwith a warm latte, these bad boys make my awkward onehour break between classes on Fridays something to look forward to. 2) The devaluation of the euro: As someone who’s about to go abroad, the fact that the gap between the dollar and the euro is the lowest it’s been in six years has got me pretty excited. Ah, the silver lining of a collapsing world economy. 3) LOLcats: Who knew cats doing ridiculous things, terrible spelling and awkward sentence structure could be so amusing?

Drake Baer Arts Editor GRIPES 1) Illini sports: Yes, this is your lovely local alt weekly, but seriously, our sports program has been disastrous this year. As I type this, we’re playing in Detroit — the worst city in the world — and LOSING to the mighty Broncos of Western Michigan. I think Sarah Palin must have given birth to Ron Guenther ‘cause our sports is retarded. 2) Cold: Winter is coming: These three words send a chill up my spine, and the blinding wind channeling through the Medical Science Building freezes my face off. I went as far as to buy a scarf the size of my hatred for Radiohead, and it STILL isn’t enough to keep me warm. I’m moving to Arizona so I can party with John and Cindy. 3) Uggs: For the sake of argument, let’s say you don’t have any personality, you buy your “style” prefab from Aero and AE and JC and its getting cold out. Might as well put your feet in the most wretchedly awful footwear available! I swear to Christ, if I see one more skank walking to class with tights tucked into Uggs, a North Face fleece and some sort of awful headband, I’m going to put a bullet in my brain.

Kerry Doyle Copy Editor Gripes 1) Neighbors who smoke: If you live in Skylight and you smoke, stop doing it in the hallways. You’re stinking up the place, and I hate you. It’s disgusting, not allowed and seriously, I hate you. Take your cancer sticks elsewhere. Same goes to whoever likes to leave their bags of trash in the hallways and stairwells. You’re sick. Stop it. 2) Missing the bus: The MTD is awesome for getting around campus if you’re car-less and lazy like myself, but catching the bus is a pain. I know I’m a slowpoke, but seriously. I try to give myself extra time, and it still seems like I’m always 30 seconds too slow. 3) Deadlines: Every time I get a big assignment, I tell myself I’m not going to procrastinate, and, as usual, I always end up working till the very last minute. Over the last couple semesters, I’ve become really good at pulling all-nighters to the point where the idea of them doesn’t even bother me anymore. It’s 2 a.m. and I haven’t started yet? No big deal, the clock doesn’t really start ticking until 5 a.m. anyway. Sleep’s become a hobby, not a necessity.

Issac Bloom Photo Editor LIKES 1) Our 44th president, Barack Obama: I have never felt so proud to be an American. I have never believed in the democratic process so much. I have never had so much faith in my president. I actually have hope. 2) No-Shave-Novembeard: What a great excuse to put that razor back on the shelf and practice some good old beard growing. 3) Last, but definitely not least, finding an embarrassing YouTube video of your teacher and spreading it to all of your classmates: I think this is pretty self explanatory.

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