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DECEMBER 16, 2010

IN THIS ISSUE STINKY CHEESE

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... and other gift ideas for the foodies in your life.

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SETTING THE STAGE

clothing, shoes, jewelry, holiday gifts, designer denim

A Q&A with the production manager of the Armory Free Theatre.

HOLIDAY HITS

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Why we watch Home Alone and Die Hard.

WHAT’D YA GET ME?

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Coulter has a wish list for you ... sort of.

CALENDAR

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Your guide to this week’s events in CU.

ON THE217.COM COMMUNITY Get ready for a holiday extravaganza! Nothing says “I love you” more than buying someone a plastic piece of crap. So, check out the buzz holiday gift guide this week for suggestions on what to buy everyone you know! Dads!

Grads! Political prisoners! Everyone!

Bella Holiday Open House Friday 12/17 9am-8pm Student special 20% off all items. Food, prizes, and good cheer.

MUSIC If 15 mph winds aren’t your style, find something that is and check out our “Winter Playlist,” online Thursday.

FOOD & DRINK Winter break is so close, we can almost taste it. If you’re sick of the same tastes in your dining hall, Emily tells how to make some new meals that you haven’t already eaten countless times before. “Dining Hall Delicacies” will be up Saturday.

MOVIES & TV What video game world would you like to inhabit? Personally, we’d go with Mario Party because we want to play Hot Rope Jump. A review of Tron: Legacy will be up on Saturday.

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Who’s afraid of the big bad ... Virginia Woolf? Edward Albee’s play comes to the Steppenwolf Theatre in this production, directed by Pam MacKinnon. Find out if this is a show you should line up to see or run away screaming from in buzz’s review, online Tuesday.

EDITOR’S NOTE BRAD THORP

My family has a tradition each year of going to the same tree farm and cutting down our own family Christmas tree. We have done it every year since I was born. It is one of those things that I look forward to most and fought to keep as my brothers and I got older. With hectic schedules and being away from home, it wasn’t always easy to make it happen, but I really pushed for it to. We don’t have many standing traditions, so I really wanted to keep this one alive.

Each year it is a scramble to find the best tree.

We ride through the farm for a little bit, scoping out the year’s crop, searching for the breed of tree that will work best in our house. When we find the right section, it is every man and woman for themselves! We all head off into the forest of trees, only stopping when we think we have struck tree gold. There are always a few finalists we end up picking from, and it is always a matter of pride as to who finds the final tree.

I am hesitant to say that the search gets heated, but it is safe to say that there is some healthy competition. This story was different a year ago though. This specific year, us kids took over.

Up until that year, my parents had always had final say on choosing the tree. But this year, it was handed over to us. After understanding what this meant, and giving the place a good look through, we gathered around a small shrub of a tree, and it seemed as if the decision was made for us. The three of us boys looked at each other and knew this was it. This year, we would be giving this shrub the chance of a lifetime. What others may have overlooked was going to be the shining adornment of our holiday season.

We were going to have a Christmas Shrub!

My parents didn’t really know what to say. The tree, if you could call it that, was only about four feet tall, if that. It was misshapen and seriously lacking in the branch department. My brothers and I knew it was perfect.

We got the tree home, decorated it and took a step back. I’m not sure how the shrub even stood under the weight of the ornaments, but it was beautiful.

This little tree made us laugh the whole holiday season. This tree excursion lives on as one of the best we’ve ever had. I will always stand behind that little tree-shrub.

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Have you ever watched Pride and Prejudice and said to yourself, “Man, I wish I could have lived during those times so I could dance like them�?

This Saturday, Dec. 18, the Central Illinois English Country Dancers will hold their 16th annual Christmas Ball at the Illini Student Union (Room 314). Don’t let the title fool you — you don’t have to celebrate Christmas to come. Heck, you don’t even have to be English to come!

What is English Country Dancing? According to Jonathan Sivier, a representative for The Central Illinois English Country Dancers, it is a folk dance from the 15th and 16th centuries around England.

Over time, it fell out of favor, but the Central Illinois team is bringing it back with style. Sorry, no flannel and cowboy boots allowed. “It’s fun,� Sivier said. “It’s fairly easy to do. Just a lot of walking, and that’s not too hard if you get the hang of it.�

For a suggested entrance fee of $7, you can gain entrance to the world of English Country Dancing. All dances will be taught during a warm-up session from 7 to 8 p.m., and the main event will until 11 p.m.

There will also be some carol singing and live music to accompany the dancing, provided by the Dancer’s house band, The Flatland Consort. There will also be fancy fans, period costumes, and finery. It’s the next best thing to time travel, I’d say. “It’s a good way to interact with other people, and we try to make it a party-like event,� says Sivier.

For more information, contact the Illini Union, or Jonathan Sivier at jsivier@illinois.edu.

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 The end is ... NOW!: This has easily been the most challenging semester of my college career thus far. Needless to say, I’m not all that sorry to see it go. I’ll be celebrating the return of my sanity as well as my roommate’s birthday at Murphy’s, as is my tradition. After all, happy events like birthdays and the ending of exams call for a rollicking good time.  Blu-ray: Though I have been firmly against switching over to Blu-ray for quite some time — I am of the opinion that discs will soon be as obsolete as CDs — I have finally decided to make the jump. What prompted this sudden change of heart, you ask? One word: Inception. I refuse to sacrifice my ability to watch special features for something as trivial as fighting against following the newest short-lived trend. I concede defeat.

Also, you win Alex Lambert.  Secret theatrical rights of passage: The first rule of these rights is that you don’t talk about these rights. Yes, we are that cool. No, we aren’t an on-campus Fight Club. Yes, I admit, that would also be cool.

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That’s ridiculous. I’m sure your buddy’s band’s new record kicks a lot of ass, but music is rarely made that well. Use of hyperbole is clearly the DUMBEST AND STUPIDEST THING EVER TO USE IN CONVERSATION. Âť Brad Thorp’s editor’s notes inside the buzz cover: Get over yourself man. Âť Lil Wayne: The devout christian reads the Bible everyday, yet pulls off some hypocritical lyrics like this: “I got my gun in my boo purse, and I don’t bust back cause I shoot first.â€? Unless the cops roll up on you smoking weed outside of your tour bus, then you just casually hand it over and plead guilty. What a hard ass. buzz †â€

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Gift ideas for the foodie in your life

by Samantha Bakall With Christmas comes Christmas shopping.

Sports fanatics might be looking forward to signed paraphernalia, while bodacious beauties will be anticipating the newest makeup from MAC.But what about foodies? Foodies are people who are “keenly interested in food, especially in eating or cooking,” according to the dictionary. Gifting for food enthusiasts will be easy this year with these fun presents and stocking stuffers from Art Mart. » For the coffee drinker: An aluminum espresso coffee maker in three, six and nine cup makers) $18, $22 and $29.95 respectively, and Medaglia D’Oro Caffe Espresso, $8.83 for 10 ounces.

Espressos will be easy to make with this simple stove-top contraption. Popular all over Europe, especially in Italy, stove-top espresso makers can provide a great cup of coffee without the espresso machine price. To use, simply unscrew the top portion and remove the steel filter. Fill with water, and put the filter back in.

Fill the filter with ground coffee, and screw the top back on. Put the entire unit on the stove on medium. The water in the bottom of the coffee maker begins to boil and forces the coffee up into the top portion. » For the hot chocolate drinker: Artisan marshmallows in vanilla, toasted coconut, raspberry, cinnamon and peppermint, $7.85 for a package of 10.

Fun flavored marshmallows can bring extra yumminess to a warm cup of hot chocolate. Just

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pop one or two of these Lego-sized marshmallows into the cup to enjoy! » For the sausage enthusiast: Pheasant sausage with chicken, hazelnuts and cognac, $14 per pound, and venison sausage with blueberries and elderberries, $12 per pound.

Cured meats have become increasingly popular in the foodie world. These sausages provide new flavors that make them distinctive against their chicken or pork counterparts. The venison sausage is a little more gamey than someone might be used to but still delicious. These sausages can be used in pastas, omelets or just eaten on their own. » For the inexperienced baker: Sisters Gourmet cookie mixes in cinnamon white chip; chocolate peanut butter; dark, milk and white chocolate chip; crunchy oatmeal with coconut and chocolate; oatmeal chocolate chip; and soft chocolate with peanut butter chips, $12.95 per jar.

These cookie mixes come in large glass jars and include everything to make a delicious batch of cookies. The only ingredients that aren’t included are butter, eggs and vanilla. They make a great gift for someone interested in baking, but unsure of where to start. They also travel well! » For the cheese enthusiast: Epoisses, made in France, $19.97 each; Keen’s Cheddar, made in England at Neal’s Yard, $22.97 per pound; Juna Montagne, a Swiss cheese, $17.97 per pound;

Colston-Bassett Stilton, a bleu cheese made in England, $21.92 per pound; and Black Raspberry Jam from Stonewall Kitchen, $7.75.

Welcome to the major leagues. Cheese — soft, hard, stinky, fresh, cow or goat’s milk — has become an icon in the foodie world. Giving the gift of cheese can be difficult. With many different textures and flavors, it can be hard to find which cheese someone will like best. The four cheeses above are all made with cow milk, but they provide

an array of textures and flavors.

Epoisses is a softer cheese, while the cheddar is harder and has an earthy flavor. It is also aged for a minimum of 60 days. The Juna Montagne is a touch sweet and a great melting cheese (for fondue!) and the Stilton is sharp and salty but not overpowering. The raspberry jam comes in handy for eating with the cheese, helping to mellow out strong flavors and provide a new taste sensation.

a large German influence in Pennsylvania, and there is more traditional German gingerbread in that area. New England is known to use maple syrup, and the South uses sorghum molasses.

Relive your youth and make a few gingerbread men, or perhaps you’re feeling artistic and are looking to build a house. Here’s a no-fail recipe to get you started, courtesy of Ginger Lane Kitchens.

a soft dough. Wrap dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate 2 hours or until dough is not sticky and is of easy kneading consistency.

To roll dough: Keep refrigerated until ready to use.

Working with half of a batch at a time on a lightly floured work surface with lightly floured hands, knead dough until smooth. Then on a greased and floured 17” x 14” cookie sheet, with lightly floured rolling pin roll dough to 3/16” or 1/8” thickness. You can use dowels of the same size at either side of the dough on the cookie sheet to help create a uniform thickness. (For easy rolling, place cookie sheet on a damp cloth to prevent it from slipping.)

To cut and bake dough: Make your pattern pieces of heavy cardboard. Lay them on the dough and using a sharp knife use as many pieces as you can from the rolled dough on your cookie sheet, leaving at least 1/2” inch between the pieces. Remove scraps and reserve for re-rolling. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Place cookie sheet in the refrigerator if there is room while the oven preheats. Bake until golden brown and very firm when lightly touched with your finger. Remove cookie sheet from oven and cool on wire rack for 5 minutes. Carefully remove the baked pieces from cookie sheet and place on wire rack to cool completely.

Gingerbread

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t’s the building block of colorful, intricately decorated houses. It’s the head, arms, legs and stomach of delicious men.

Gingerbread has had an interesting and highly diverse life to achieve this reputation in Ameri-

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ca. It is believed to have begun with the ancient Greeks and Egyptians, who used gingerbread for ceremonial purposes, brought to Europe by crusaders in the 11th century when they brought the spice from the Middle East. In the 15th century, it was only baked by government-recognized guilds.

Germany’s gingerbread was such high quality that it was actually used as currency in paying taxes and was considered an appropriate gift for royalty. It was reportedly brought to the United States in the mid-19th century by Swiss Catholic monks.

There is a large variety of gingerbread made worldwide.

It can be a thin, crisp cookie.

It is also sometimes a dark, spicy cake. Lastly, and most recognizably, gingerbread can be built into a house-shaped masterpiece.

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DOIN’ IT WELL

by Jo SangEr and Ross Wantland

Giving The Gift of Receiving (In Bed): J

o received this question anonymously at a presentation, and the wording made us smile.

How do you receive an orgasm? Graciously! In all likelihood the asker wanted to know something else, like what sexual behaviors and situations might lead to experiencing an orgasm or having a better feeling orgasm.

While there are probably some things that one could do to experience increased sensations during sex, we couldn’t get over the passive language: the asker is just receiving, not doing or giving. This got us thinking about how giving and receiving during sex can be a challenge sometimes. So for this holiday season, Doin’ It Well wanted to look at the gifts of receiving and giving!

When we talk about sex, the active (give) and the passive (receive) are often involved. We give “head” (oral sex), but we may also get it. Much of sex is this dance of giving and receiving and communicating. For many of us, we have been told that our role during sex is supposed to be one of either mostly givingor mostly receiving.

When we look at the messages men and women receive growing up, the theme of giving or receiving during sex is everywhere. Porn shows that real men are supposed to be in control of the situation, and giving it to their partner (or any gender) hard.

Porn also shows that women are supposed to lie back and receive it. We may also get messages though that women are also expected to know some kinky sex secrets and be able to give their partner “mind-blowing” sex.

All of Me

It might be easy to get caught in these modes of either mostly giving (being more active) or mostly receiving (being more passive). Ross once worked with a young man who wanted to increase the sexual communication with his partner. However, she was not as excited about this change, and frustrated, asked him to “just do it!” During their normal pattern of sex, she didn’t have to be an active participant, and faced with the challenge of verbally identifying what she wanted, she preferred the old ways of having sex. Happily, they were able to find some ways to open up their sexual communication, but the story illustrates how hard it can be to change these patterns.

Because of these messages about how active we should be during sex, it is difficult to balance the sexual needs of ourselves and our partners. If we are focused on giving, we might be more focused on how to bring pleasure to our partner (or that they experince orgasm) and less focused on our own

What’s the best way to receive an orgasm?

bodies. If we are focused on receiving, we may be more focused on ourselves and less able to Control, Control

Being focused on giving can also be a matter of control. Whether physically – if you stay focused on the other person, you might be able to stave off your own orgasm longer – or emotionally, being the primary giver means you are more in charge of the situation. By letting go, we also have to be more vulnerable. Receiving an orgasm from stimulation from a partner means letting go of this control, and opening yourself up to your partner in a way.

If receiving is your challenge, talk with your partner (outside of the bedroom!) to let them know that you’d like to try more receiving. If you know what challenges you about receiving, tell them. Are you worried you’ll come to soon – or not soon enough?

Do you think you need to only give your partner pleasure to be a good lover? Do you equate receiving with being selfish? Then by yourself or together with your partner, figure out ways you might begin to challenge yourself to enjoy the ride.

Wide Receiver

Similarly, receiving or being passive during sex might be a way that we don’t have to actively talk

about what we like and want. Naming what we like during sex can be intimidating, especially when we may not have societal permission to be our own sexual beings. So if you are more of a receiver during sex, what would it mean to be more active?

What gets in the way? For some folks, previous sexual experiences may have felt exploitative, so being active can bring up memories of being sexual when they didn’t want to. Whatever your personal reasons for being more passive, find ways to consider what you would like to do sexually. What would you enjoy doing to your partner? How might you like to be a “giver”? Talking with your partner can help you both figure out how you could explore giving and receiving in new ways.

When we are more aware of our giving/receiving dynamic, it gives us a chance to play with it and explore them further. Many BDSM practices involve this more explicit power dynamic of someone who receives and someone who gives. Short of role playing, challenging these roles can open up new possibilities and also open up new communication.

So what gift would you like to give yourself this year?Check us out next week as we bring you another exciting column!

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BUY THEIR LOVE!

buzz helps you find the perfect gift for anyone this holiday season

by Nick Martin and buzz Community Staff

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inter is a time for togetherness and family. Also, it’s a time for rampant, unchecked, Western-style capitalism. What better way to show you love someone (and, by extension, love America) than buying plastic, useless crap? There is no better way! So, here are some of the coolest things you can get for your friends, family, lovers and cousins this holiday season. Do these not cut it? Then go check out our full guides on the217.com, you dingus!

WHAT TO BUY YOUR MOM Freedom by Jonathan Frazen Critics like it, audiences like it, New York intellectuals like it and, most importantly, Oprah likes it.

Frazen’s new novel is a maximalist examination of family life in the second decade of the 21st century.

Reviews say its even better than his last book, The Corrections, a maximalist examination of family life in the first decade of the 21st century. Everyone’s talking about this book (even moms), and someone I know even compared it to Tolstoy (“but not as boring,” he said). Last time Oprah picked a Frazen book (again, The Corrections), Frazen was too pretentious to accept the title. Now, he’s learned that selling 250,000 more copies of his novel is probably a good thing. So, Oprah and Jonathan have made up, and they both want your mom to read this book. You can get it anywhere, but at the time of this writing, it’s on sale at amazon.com WHAT TO BUY YOUR SISTER Tea and tea accessories

WHAT TO BUY YOUR DAD Membership to Beer/Cigar/Necktie/Jerky/Pizza/Dog Treat/Etc. of the Month Club!

It’s hard to shop for dads. They never need anything — they’re dads! Dads are simple. But dads usually do have good taste for one jarringly specific thing. My dad says he has the best palette for doughnuts out of anyone else in the entire world (he’s right, he does). So, buy your dad a membership to a speciality Something-A-Month club! On amazingclubs.com, you can buy your dad quality peanut butter, pizzas or neckties. Does your dad like spiced meat? Buy him a Jerky Club membership! Does your dad like beer? Buy him a Beer of the Month Club membership! This site has something for every dad. Check it out! Caution: These are expensive. But then again, he’s your favorite dad.

WHAT TO BUY YOUR GIRLFRIEND A nice scarf Do you love your girlfriend? Then you should already know what to get her! Don’t ask her; relationships always end because of too much communication! Guess what she wants; it’s all you can do.

Also, make sure to put a lot of pressure on it, and ask her to yell at you if you do it wrong (like sex!).

Jokes aside, women like scarves. Did you know? Scarves are essential winter gear. Plus, they make your outfit cool! If you’re looking for a good place to buy online, check out us.asos.com. It was recommended to buzz by a Very Cool Person.

WHAT TO BUY YOUR BOYFRIEND A nice tie Men want to look nice. The easiest way to look nice is to wear a tie. Did you know that the neck is the sexiest part of the human body? It is. (Well, to me.) Here’s how to choose a good tie: Think about who’s wearing it. Don’t buy an old man tie for your 20-year-old brother. Never buy a goofy, novelty tie (even ironically). Don’t get anything with a picture, but ebb on the side of something with a design. Nothing too flashy, but definitely something sharp. Things to do: Ask the sales associate (this is honestly their favorite question); buy it with a specific shirt. Things NOT to do: buying anything with lights, sounds, or mechanics; shopping off the clearance rack. If you’re looking for a cool site to get ties online, check out thetiebar.com.

I bet your sister used to have tea parties when she was little. No? Well then, she likes tea now. No? Then move on. This entry isn’t for you. If you go to stashtea.com, you can find tons of great stuff for tea lovers. Loose teas, bagged teas, iced, hot, tea accessories like pots, cups and stuff to put in your tea like honey sticks or seaweed. They have organic tea, a very good selection of orange tea (gotta try that if you haven’t already) and some pretty weird-sounding black teas. Ginger peach black tea?

Count me in! Sisters love tea; that’s part of the job description. Buy her tea for home and work!

WHAT TO BUY YOUR WEIRD FRIEND 5-pound gummy bear Have you ever thought, “I want to eat 1400 gummy bears, but I don’t want to have to have the hassle of eating a bunch of little pieces”? No, of course you haven’t. But weirdos have! This 5-pound gummy bear is billed as THE WORLD’S LARGEST GUMMY BEAR! I am somewhat surprised that humanity has yet to make a bigger bear (we did go to space), but this sucker is pretty big. It costs $30. You should have been able to tell by the title if this was the right gift for your weirdo. Just Google “World’s Largest Gummy Bear.”

WHAT TO BUY YOUR BROTHER Magazines People who make magazines like magazines. So, at buzz, we love talking about magazines. Brothers probably like them, too, I assume. Here are some great magazines and the reasons why you should be reading them! » Wired: best layout of any magazine, no white space is put to waste. Truly a joy in content and graphic design (my favorite magazine!). » GQ: consistently readable essays, and their photo shoots are top notch. » The New Yorker: the regular contributors right now are great. Plus, the cartoons are worth the price of admission. » Some magazines in the pulp lit. tradition: Alfred Hitchcock’s Mystery Magazine, Ellery Queen’s Mystery Magazine, Asimov’s Science Fiction, Analog Science Fact and Fiction. All good! » Here’s a magazine literally anyone can enjoy: Mental Floss! Very cool, interesting writing. » Like music? Check out The Believer (and if you have the money, get McSweeney’s too!).

Honestly, magazines are pretty cheap (lots for $10 a year), they’re fun to read, and they make interesting coffee table pieces. Get some for your friends and brothers! Get them at their respective websites for cheap!

WHAT TO BUY FOR YOURSELF “I Am A Stuffed Animal” A stuffed animal modeled after YOU! Send these guys a picture of yourself and get a doll made that looks like you! I think you deserve it. You bought your friends all these nice things. And, unless you’re ever in a Hollywood blockbuster, the chances of you getting made into a stuffed toy are otherwise pretty slim. Check it out here: iamastuffedanimal.com.

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back to the city

Pieholden’s Matt DeWine talks about his move back to Chicago

by Dylan Sutcliff

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irst started by legendary producer Jay Bennett, Pieholden Suite Sound has been a staple of the CU music scene for years. Located in Rantoul, the studio has been a great resource for local and national bands alike, offering affordable sessions with top of the line analog recording equipment and vintage instruments including Wurlitzer and Hammond organs and Rhodes keyboards. However, starting in early January, owner and producer Matt DeWine is moving the studio back to Chicago.

“Jay was from here and said that he was moving his studio back to a building he bought,” DeWine told buzz. “I was kind of looking for a break from Chicago so I told him I would help him build the studio, and that eventually led to me getting a place and staying here to help run it.”

DeWine made his start in music in high school, where he played in a number of bands before finding his call in recording.

“When I got my hands on a four track, I loved setting up a bunch of microphones and just hitting record,” he said. “Eventually I convinced my parents to let me build a studio in their basement, and from then on it’s just been all the time.”

Previously working in Columbus and Cleveland, DeWine worked eight years producing in Chicago and eventually made his way to the original Pieholden.

“Jay always tried to facilitate a kind of clubhouse vibe,” DeWine said. “Because I was hang-

Matt Dewine outside his home in Urbana. Photo by Sean O’Connor

ing around all the time I eventually just started working with him.”

In May of 2009, Bennett died unexpectedly in his sleep, leaving Pieholden in a delicate position. But after the loss of his business partner and friend, DeWine decided it would be best to keep the studio going. And even though Jay may have left too early, the studio stands as a tribute to his life and work and DeWine is sure

that Bennett was in a good place at the end.

“Jay came down here as a kind of retirement,” he said. “He still wanted to make music but he wanted to spend his time in a little more of a relaxed climate with his friends.”

What makes Pieholden stand out among other recording studios is its vintage instruments and analog equipment, a feature that has become hard to come by among so many digital studios.

“Right now I’m probably half and half,” DeWine said. “I try to utilize the best of both. Jay always took very good care of his studio and I’m lucky enough to have some good analog equipment, but digital is also a great tool. I do prefer actually working with the materials to staring at a computer screen all day, but I’ve spent more (money) in a single day on a tape machine than what you pay for an entire digital system.”

In the past year alone, Pieholden has hosted local acts such as Santah, New Ruins and Grandkids in their most recent releases, and DeWine said that he does not intend to stop working with the CU scene.

“I’ve met some great musicians with a lot of talent down here and I think that it will keep being a great music town,” DeWine said. “I’m just a couple hours north and many of the bands come up to Chicago to play so I don’t think it’ll be too hard.

“Without Jay here, I kind of feel like I need to get back to what I know,” he said. “It’s getting tougher and tougher to meet new 19-year-olds who want to cut an album, and I need to get some more work.”

There is still time for bands in CU who want to work with DeWine, The studio is fully operational until the move in January. After that, DeWine said he is “looking forward to having all of the clubhouse members, making music and obviously paying the bills.”

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Everything Under the Sun

The massive size of the universe is minimized as Jukebox the Ghost takes a giant topic like Everything Under the Sun and makes it a personal matter. This three-piece band makes you feel minute and part of everything that exists with their poppy beats. The musical quality is neither amazing nor terrible but has formed a lukewarm feeling in my heart. I’m in like with it. I think the winning qualities that will make me continue to listen to this album will be its tippity-tappity beats and the prevalence of piano rather than electronic keyboard sounds. I’m always a sucker for the ol’ ivories.

I’m not sure this is an album I could consistently listen to in its completion without getting bored with the sometimes gumdrops-and-lollipop sound. However, I could pick out a few good songs that I’d keep coming back to. “Stars” will probably win the award for my most-listened song of this album.

I could easily choose this to jump start a road trip or start a weekend. Tongue-twister phrases meld into nonsense that make you think Mary Poppins popped into the song to insert another magical word into society ­— as though supercalifragilisticexpialidocious wasn’t enough. Lines like, “What if we were created to gaze at the stars above?” force listeners to consider the simpler implications of being a human on the third planet. Other songs reference carrying too heavy of a burden and put into perspective where priorities lie. Philosophically, it could be deep if you put the time into considering each lyric line for line and thought for thought, but musically, it’s mediocre. — Ashley Sarver

ARTIST:

Robyn

Album:

Body Talk

Over the course of this past year, the Swedish pop star Robyn has been quite busy. First releasing Body Talk Pt. 1 in June of this year, Robyn promised two more albums by the time the year was out, something that most blogs seemed to think was just wishful thinking. However, Robyn followed through and released both Pt. 2 and Pt. 3 earlier this year and with that the three now combine into one album, Body Talk. When Pt. 1 first dropped I fell right into its poppy charm but as Pt. 2 and 3 came out I couldn’t help but think that these were just afterthoughts to an already successful album. But oh how I was wrong, as a compilation of the three Body Talk runs through more than any of the three could do alone.

For one example of the changes that are made both thematically and musically is that there is a new ending to “Fembot” that completely changes the tone of the song. Robyn will be performing at The Canopy Club in February and if she plays half of the show she played at Pitchfork it will be fucking amazing. — Dylan Sutcliff buzz

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De-stressing Holiday Shopping Lincoln Square keeps it relaxing and keeps it local

by Joseph Lewis

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t’s the most wonderful time of the year, or so the song goes. But that is not how holiday shoppers feel when forcing their way through crowds of people at malls or standing in long lines, sweating and hearing children screaming, while being berated by endless loops of holiday music.

To escape from the war-like pace of major shopping centers, customers are going to Lincoln Square Mall. Nestled in downtown Urbana, the mall is known for its quiet atmosphere and serves as a relaxing destination for local holiday shopping.

“The money people spend at Lincoln stays here,” said Cathy Stickels, an employee at the Art Mart toy store. “All stores are local. The money stays within the community.”

What they will also find at Lincoln Square are store employees who care about fostering a sense of community, knowing many customers on a first name basis and frequently engaging in conversation, “We have people that came here when they were young; now they shop as grandparents for their own grandchildren,” Stickels said.

At the south end of the mall, Art Mart is set up in a horseshoe shape with three sections. The first section is the toy store, geared towards children ages 2 to 10, which offers interactive toys like puzzles, spy kits, tea party sets and toy trucks made of recyclable milk jugs.

Located across from the toys, another section includes lotions, scarves, jewelry and dishware.

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Finally, for experienced or budding chefs, the middle section of Art Mart offers unique kitchen supplies: French press coffee makers, knife blocks and cookware.

There is also a small eatery where coffee, specialty olives and cheeses are sold, along with Rubens Chocolate, a family-owned Belgian The Art Mart at Lincoln Square Mall in Urbana. Photo by Justin Maatubang chocolate shop.

The mall also has many stores tailored to artistic endeavors. At ings as well as jewelry, yard art, books and wind the Art Coop, customers can buy art supplies chimes from local artists. Owners Larry Steinfor any medium. The store can seem daunting bauer and Mary Tangora include some of their art for customers who are not used to the world for sale too. For Steinbauer, the range in his store of making art. Fortunately, the friendly staff is mimics the range of his own talents. there to help.

Should you be looking for that perfect holiday din“We’ll help anyone from someone who has never ner, embrace a healthier side with Common Ground drawn a line to a professional,” said Susan Smith, Food Co-op. Selling fresh, local and organic fruits owner of Art Coop since it opened in 1971. “If you and vegetables as well as other meal fixings with are looking for something for, say, your aunt who options of salt-free, sugar-free and gluten-free, used to do art but wants to pick it back up, we’ll get Common Grounds provides a healthy alternative you in the price range for the amount of money you to typical fatty foods, offering a wide selection of want to spend, and you won’t leave unhappy.” local or organic food, according to general manager The Wind Water and Light Gallery offers paint- Jacqueline Hannah.

with Beth Parthum Production manager of the Armory Free Theatre

by Megan Betti You know the stereotype of the poor, starving college student? It exists for a reason. And especially in this time of economic instability, everyone could stand to hold on to some extra cash.

Luckily, people in the CU community have an opportunity to see some truly excellent theater for free.

The Armory Free Theatre is an opportunity to see high-quality, completely student-run productions for no cost whatsoever — and not even a sales pitch asking for donations. buzz sat down with the production manager Beth Parthum to find out more about the Armory Free Theatre. » buzz: What is the Armory Free Theatre?

Beth Parthum: The Armory Free Theatre is a space held by the theatre department where students are free to fully produce and realize productions. The director or head of the project fills out a proposal in the beginning of the fall semester for the fall season or at the end of November for the spring season. ... At Armory Free Theatre, the directors are given a week in the space, Sunday to Saturday night, to rehearse, tech and put on their shows through the semester. The space is also used by different groups such as Inner Voices to put on low budget shows based off class work and discussions that focus on social problems.

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» buzz: What kind of shows go up at the Armory Free Theatre?

BP: We have had stand-up comedy bits, classical pieces, Shakespeare, modern, experimental, performance art and new writings. » buzz: How can people get involved?

BP: If anyone wants to be involved, there are two ways to do it. One, be part of a proposal. When ideas are handed in, have your name on one of them even if you aren’t planning on being in charge of it. Two, audition when shows are picked. This last semester, auditions weren’t held because the shows were small, but this semester has large casts, and we will be holding auditions. » buzz: What is your role with the Armory Free Theatre?

BP: I am the production manager. I give guidance to the student resident artists and give them calendars, orchestrate different times people want to be in there and figure out how to smoothly go from one show to another. » buzz: Why did you get involved?

BP: This year, I am involved as my graduate assistantship, not to say I haven’t enjoyed it. I love work-

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ing with the different people and watching these visions come to realization. » buzz: How does the Armory Free Theatre benefit the community?

BP: It helps bring different issues to light, and it can be a great time of relief in a communal setting when the economy, life and classes have people stressed out. » buzz: Why should people in the community go see shows at the Armory Free Theatre?

BP: It’s supporting your own. If you are a student, these productions are fully staged by your peers, and if you are in the neighborhood, you are getting a great show and usually something to think about.

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WINTER MOVIE PREVIEW

by Matt Carey

Tron: Legacy (Dec. 17): Apparently, when you are Disney, you can afford to take massive risks. Tron: Legacy, a sequel to a movie that bombed at the box office 28 years ago, was given a reported $200 million budget. In the company’s defense, the film looks really cool. Sam Flynn (Garrett Hedlund) is still disturbed by the disappearance of his father Kevin (Jeff Bridges reprising his role from the 1982 original). When a mysterious message is delivered to Sam from his father’s arcade that has been closed for years, Sam investigates, only to be trapped in the computer world known as The Grid.

From the looks of it, this could be one of those rare films that is actually worth paying the extra money to see in 3D. It’s unclear whether the film will be a financial success or failure, but at least every dollar is up on the screen.

DECEMBER 16 - 22, 2010

MOVIES I WATCH EVERY HOLIDAY SEASON

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Home Alone (1990)

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True Grit (Dec. 22): Another year, another Coen brothers movie that all film fans are excited for. The last remake the brothers worked on was wholly forgettable (The Ladykillers), but a Western looks to be right up their alley. Jeff Bridges stars as Rooster Cogburn, a U.S. marshal known for his propensity of killing anyone who gets in his way. When a family man is needlessly murdered, his daughter (newcomer Hailee Steinfeld) enlists Cogburn and a bounty hunter named LaBeouf (Matt Damon) to hunt down the killer. The original John Wayne film, while enjoyable, is a lot sillier than what I presume the Coens are going for. It’s a drag that the movie is PG-13, but don’t the Coens deserve our trust after making so many great pieces of work?

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Black Swan (wide release Dec. 22): Is Darren Aronofsky ever going to make a movie that is not dour and depressing? Requiem For A Dream is one of the few movies that I adamantly refuse to ever watch again. The Fountain, though I’m not sure I totally got it, still made me sad. And now there’s Black Swan, a psychological thriller in which Natalie Portman goes all kinds of insane. Portman stars as Nina, a ballerina at a prestigious New York ballet company. Despite her determination and hard work, Nina is put in competition with Lily (Mila Kunis) to see who is better. This rivalry starts to drive Nina mad, as is evident by her hallucinations and other weird happenings that are ubiquitous for those who are loons. This is probably going to be a great movie, but know that it will ruin the rest of your day.

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The Green Hornet (Jan. 14): I have a confession to make: I thought the last two movies that Seth Rogan has written and starred in (Superbad and Pineapple Express) were mediocre.

The reason I’m excited for The Green Hornet is that Michel Gondry is directing, and he directed Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind, and that movie is amazing. Gondry is known for his creative visual style, and an action movie such as this should provide perfect fodder for him to produce wonderful shots. Sure, the movie is being translated to 3D in post production (the 3D will be dizzying), but it’ll still be in 2D theaters for those of us who are not fans of 3D.

I honestly do not understand how anyone could dislike Home Alone. The film has a hilarious script from John Hughes, an intelligent (albeit implausible) slapstick sequence and the always funny John Candy. I watch this movie every year, and it never ceases to make me laugh.

Macaulay Culkin stars as Kevin McCallister, a presumptuous scamp who is ridiculed by nearly everyone in his family one night. When the family leaves for France the next morning, they forget to bring along Kevin. At first, he enjoys his newfound freedom, but he is quickly terrified when two burglars, Harry (Joe Pesci) and Marv (Daniel Stern), try to rob his house.

Beyond the silliness, Home Alone isn’t devoid of a soul. Just because a movie is commercial does not mean it cannot have a good message about being with the people you love during the holidays. Keep the change, you filthy animal.

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THURSDAY 16 live music Billy Galt and Jeff Kerr AnSun, C, 7pm TwoYou Duo The Clark Bar, C, 7pm Sam Hasting Quartet with Chip Stephens Iron Post, U, 7pm

dj Milk and Cookies at Klub Kam’s Kam’s, C, 8pm Old-School Hip Hop Night Po’ Boys, U, 8pm Here Come the Regulars Red Star Liquors, U, 9pm DJ and Dancing Soma Ultralounge, C, 10pm Open Deck Night Radio Maria, C, 10pm Stitches at The Clark Bar The Clark Bar, C, 10pm DJ Luniks Firehaus, C, 10pm, $5 Ritmo Thursdays V. Picasso, U, 10pm

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

stage Almost, Maine The Station Theatre, U, 8pm, $8-$15

holidays Toys For Tots Toy Drive Bentley’s Pub, C, 12pm Champaign-Urbana Optimist Club Christmas Tree Sale Country Fair Parking Lot, C, 1pm 10

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Holiday Pizzazz Champaign Public Library, C, 2:30pm Green Purpose Sustainable Holiday Extravaganza Indi go artist co-op, C, 6pm How the Grinch Stole Christmas Activities and Recreation Center (ARC), C, 8pm A Christmas Carol Activities and Recreation Center (ARC), C, 9:30pm

fundraisers Challah for Hunger Sale The Hillel Foundation — The Margie K. and Louis N. Cohen Center for Jewish Life, C, 2pm, $2-$4

mind/body/spirit

Open Yoga Practice Amara Yoga & Arts, U, 5:30am, $8 Core Yoga Amara Yoga & Arts, U, 12pm, $12 Hot Yoga Evolve Fitness Club, C, 12pm, $10 art Yoga for Wellness Japanese Tea Ceremony BKS Iyengar Yoga Institute of C-U, U, 2:30pm, Japan House, U, 2pm, $6 $14 Call 244-9934 to reContinuing Asana/Introserve duction to Pranayama campus activities BKS Iyengar Yoga Institute of C-U, U, 5:15pm, $14 Chaiway 57 Rehearsals Prerequisite: Introduction The Hillel Foundation — The Margie K. and Louis to Asana N. Cohen Center for Jewish Ashtanga Yoga Amara Yoga & Arts, U, Life, C, 8pm 5:30pm, $12 volunteer Experienced Beginner BKS Iyengar Yoga Institute UC Books to Prisoners of C-U, U, 5:45pm, $14 Work Session Prerequisite: Introduction Urbana-Champaign Into Asana dependent Media Center, Yin Yoga U, 2pm Amara Yoga & Arts, U, kids & families 7pm, $12 Preschool Story Time faith Rantoul Public Library, Rantoul, 10am Moms and Grandmas Baby Time Group Douglass Branch Library, C, University Baptist Church, 10:30am C, 12pm Lunch on the Lawn Undergrad Bible Study Rantoul Public Library, University Baptist Church, Rantoul, 12:15pm C, 8:30pm ARTfusion miscellaneous Douglass Branch Library, C, 4pm Tour of Japan House Japan House, U, 2pm, seniors 4pm The Bike Project: Open Continuing Asana for Hours Seniors BKS Iyengar Yoga Institute Urbana-Champaign Independent Media Center, of C-U, U, 8:30am, $14 U, 6pm Prerequisite: Asana for Yarn ‘n Yak Seniors Rantoul Public Library, community Rantoul, 7pm IMC Shows Group Meeting: Community Booking classes & workshops Collective Workout in the Water Urbana-Champaign InCampus Recreation Center dependent Media Center, East (CRCE), U, 8:30am, U, 7pm $60-$70

Kosher Cooking Club Chabad Center for Jewish Life, C, 3pm Write Right Douglass Branch Library, C, 5pm Call 403-2090 to register Restorative Circles Presentation and Practice Group Champaign Public Library, C, 6:30pm

FRIDAY 17

Salsa Night V. Picasso, U, 9pm Salsa Night The Clark Bar, C, 9pm

karaoke Seize A Moment Productions Presents: RockStar Karaoke Senator’s Bar & Grill, Savoy, 9pm DJ Bange Karaoke Phoenix, C, 9pm SuperStar Karaoke AnSun, C, 9pm Karaoke at Po’ Boys Po’ Boys, U, 9pm

SATURDAY 18 live music Live Jazz Jim Gould Restaurant, C, 7pm Painkillers Iron Post, U, 6pm Keith Harden Solo Acoustic Huber’s West End Store, C, 8pm Road Song Lucky Monkey, Bement, 8:30pm The Nightmare Before Christmas Memphis on Main, C, 9pm, $5 Greg Cahill Trio Iron Post, U, 9:30pm

Season of Light William M. Staerkel Planetarium, C, 8pm, $3-$5 Holiday Market Lincoln Square Mall, U, 8am Santa’s Secret Star William M. Staerkel Planetarium, C, 7pm English Country Christmas Ball Illini Union, U, 8pm, $7

recreation

faith Torah Study Sinai Temple, C, 9am

miscellaneous The Bike Project: Open Hours Urbana-Champaign Independent Media Center, U, 2pm

SUNDAY 19 live music

New Orleans Jazz Machine Urbana Free Library, U, Advent Concert: Samir 2pm Golescu Live Irish Music with University Place Christian stage game-playing Emerald Rum Church, C, 12:30pm Almost, Maine Andy Moreillon The Station Theatre, U, Pokemon City Champion- Blind Pig Co., The, C, 5:30pm Fat City Bar & Grill, C, 8pm, $8-$15 ships Champaign dj 5pm Champaign Public Library, The Music of Django holidays Reinhardt Jeff Helgesen Quintet C, 9am DJ and Dancing Iron Post, U, 7pm Iron Post, U, 5pm Soma Ultralounge, C, 10pm Toys For Tots Toy Drive literary Champagne and Show Happy Hour Show with Request Night DJ Bentley’s Pub, C, 12pm Tunes: Ron Bryant Ashley Edwards Boomerang, U, 8pm Champaign-Urbana Book Club Emerald City Lounge, C, Memphis on Main, C, 6pm Optimist Club Christmas In the Mix Rantoul Public Library, 8pm Live Jazz Chester Street, C, 9pm, $3 Rantoul, 2pm Tree Sale Kathy and Keith Harden Jim Gould Restaurant, C, Mainstream on Main Country Fair Parking Lot, volunteer and Friends Acoustic 7pm Street C, 1pm Rosebowl Tavern, Ltd., U, Keith Harden and Friends Season of Light V. Picasso, U, 9pm UC Books to Prisoners 8:30pm Acoustic William M. Staerkel Plan- DJ Mertz Work Session Bentley’s Pub, C, 8:30pm Boltini Lounge, C, 10pm etarium, C, 8pm, $3-$5 Urbana-Champaign Indance music Christmas Death at Firehaus Saturdays dependent Media Center, museum exhibit Canopy Club Firehaus, C, 10pm U, 2pm Showtune Sunday Canopy Club, U, 8:30pm, Emerald City Lounge, C, Fall Prairie Skies kids & families $5 4pm William M. Staerkel Plan- karaoke Sons of Donald etarium, C, 7pm Seize A Moment Produc- DIY Weekend Wizard stage Iron Post, U, 9pm tions Presents: RockStar Orpheum Children’s SciGTO and The Glasspaks recreation Karaoke ence Museum, C, 1pm Open Stage at Red Herring Rosebowl Tavern, Ltd., U, Senator’s Bar & Grill, SaJewelry Workshop for Red Herring Coffeehouse, Public Skate 9pm voy, 9pm Kids U, 7:30pm Ice Arena, C, 7:30pm, Seize A Moment Produc- Champaign Public Library, Drag Show $2 dj tions Presents: RockStar C, 2pm Chester Street, C, 10pm, $4 literary Karaoke DJ and Dancing mind/body/spirit holidays Soma Ultralounge, C, Zionist Food for Thought Boomerang, U, 9pm 10pm The Hillel Foundation Experienced Beginner Toys For Tots Toy Drive DJ Tommy Williams — The Margie K. and Louis open mic BKS Iyengar Yoga Institute Bentley’s Pub, C, 12pm Chester Street, C, 9pm, $3 N. Cohen Center for Jewish Event Popular presents: of C-U, U, 9:45am, $14 DJ Mella D Life, C, 1pm Prerequisite: Introduction recreation Saturday Nite Mic Red Star Liquors, U, 9pm to Asana The Clark Bar, C, 9pm, $5 Public Skate Kids & Families DJ Delayney Yoga Fundamentals Ice Arena, C, 1:30pm, $2 stage Highdive, C, 10pm Amara Yoga & Arts, U, Freestyle Tales for Twos Grown KidZ Funk 9am, $12 Ice Arena, C, 4:20pm, $3 Douglass Branch Library, C, Almost, Maine Radio Maria, C, 10pm 8-week Winter Session: 10:30am The Station Theatre, U, game-playing Cal Emmerich Get Fit and Flexible Yoga for Teens 8pm, $8-$15 Boltini Lounge, C, 10pm BKS Iyengar Yoga Institute Pokemon City ChampionBKS Iyengar Yoga Institute holidays of C-U, U, 11:30am, $14 of C-U, U, 4:30pm, $6 ships Rantoul dance music Collective Meditation Rantoul Public Library, Toys For Tots Toy Drive Ananda Liina Yoga & Med- Rantoul, 9am Urbana Country Dancers classes & workshops Bentley’s Pub, C, 12pm itation Center, U, 5pm Big Dave’s Trivia Night Champaign-Urbana Contra Dance Dance for Parkinson’s Cowboy Monkey, C, 7pm Optimist Club Christmas Candlelight Yoga with Channing-Murray Founda- Disease Luna Pierson Trivia Night Tree Sale tion, U, 8pm, $4-$5 Krannert Center for the Amara Yoga & Arts, U, The Blind Pig Brewery, C, Country Fair Parking Lot, New dancer orientation at Performing Arts, U, 6pm, $12 7pm C, 11am 7:30pm 10am

live music

Public Skate Ice Arena, C, 1:30pm, $2

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social issues

karaoke

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

Seize A Moment Productions Presents: RockStar Karaoke Mike ‘n Molly’s, C, 10pm

mind/body/spirit

stage

Hatha Flow Yoga with Maggie Taylor Amara Yoga & Arts, U, 4pm, $12 Prenatal Yoga Amara Yoga & Arts, U, 5:30pm, $12

Abe Froman Project Mike ‘n Molly’s, C, 9pm

faith

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

miscellaneous

M and M: Midrash and Meal The Hillel Foundation — The Margie K. and Louis N. Cohen Center for Jewish Life, C, 5:30pm

miscellaneous

kids & families

The Bike Project: Open Hours Urbana-Champaign Independent Media Center, U, 2pm

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Main Library, U, 9:45am Remarkable Reptiles Homer Lake Forest Preserve Environmental Education Center, Homer, 1pm Knittin’ Special Douglass Branch Library, C, 4pm

Skin Care Classes with Mary Kay Cosmetics Wingate Hotel, C, 5:30pm Poetry Workshop Red Herring Coffeehouse, U, 7:30pm Bring 10 copies of your poem

holidays Toys For Tots Toy Drive Bentley’s Pub, C, 12pm

game-playing

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

mind/body/spirit Continuing Asana/Introduction to Pranayama BKS Iyengar Yoga Institute of C-U, U, 3:45 pm, $14 Prerequisite: Introduction to Asana Yoga Fundamentals Amara Yoga & Arts, U, 12pm, $12 Hatha Flow Yoga with Grace Giorgio Amara Yoga & Arts, U, 4pm, $12 Hatha Yoga Amara Yoga & Arts, U, 5:30pm, $12

Monday 20 Live music One Dollar Wild Mondays Canopy Club, U, 9pm

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

Get Fit and Flexible at the Yoga Institute BKS Iyengar Yoga Institute of C-U, U, 6pm, $14 Yoga St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church and Campus Center, C, 7pm Restorative Yoga Amara Yoga & Arts, U, 7pm Prana Flow Yoga Living Yoga Center, U, 7:15pm, $15

The Bike Project: Open Hours Urbana-Champaign Independent Media Center, U, 5:30pm

classes & workshops

Tuesday 21 live music Andy Moreillon Fat City Bar & Grill, C, 7pm Maria and Co. Luna, C, 12pm Seize A Moment Productions Presents: Craig Gaskin and Friends Senator’s Bar & Grill, Savoy, 7:30pm The Piano Man Canopy Club, U, 9pm Mike Bray Mike ‘n Molly’s, C, 9pm, $4

dance music

volunteer

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

UC Books to Prisoners Work Session Urbana-Champaign Independent Media Center, U, 7pm

karaoke Seize A Moment Productions Presents: RockStar Karaoke Bentley’s Pub, C, 10pm Seize A Moment Productions Presents: RockStar Karaoke The Corner Tavern, Monticello, 8pm Dragon Karaoke The Clark Bar, C, 9pm Liquid Courage Karaoke Boltini Lounge, C, 9:30pm

open mic This Iz US Tuesday The Stop, U, 9pm, $5 Open Mic Tuesdays Cowboy Monkey, C, 10pm

holidays Toys For Tots Toy Drive Bentley’s Pub, C, 12pm

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Continuing Asana for Seniors BKS Iyengar Yoga Institute of C-U, U, 8:30am, $14 Prerequisite: Asana for Seniors Asana for Seniors BKS Iyengar Yoga Institute of C-U, U, 10:30am, $14

game-playing

community

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

Locals’ Night Po’ Boys, U, 4pm

literary BYOB: Bring Your Own Book Champaign Public Library, C, 8:30pm

(Always Hiring, We’ll Train)

1401 E. Washington Urbana 217.344.0937

seniors

lgbt

18 to enter • Mon-Thur 8pm-1am • Fri-Sat 8pm-2am • $5 Cover

Silver Bullet Bar

Tuesday Twos Champaign Public Library, C, 9:45am, 10:15am, 10:45am Walk-in Storytime and Creative Play Class Act, C, 2pm, $2 Wave Club Readers Rantoul Public Library, Rantoul, 4pm Goodnight Storyshop Champaign Public Library, C, 6:30pm

Victim Impact Panel American Red Cross Central Illinois Chapter, C, 6pm, $10 Participants must bring a photo ID

Topless Female Dancers www.bodyworkassociates.com

kids & families

eQuality Champaign-Urbana meeting Wesley-United Methodist Church & Wesley Foundation, U, 7pm

mind/body/spirit Open Yoga Practice Amara Yoga & Arts, U, 5:30am, $8 Hot Yoga Evolve Fitness Club, C, 12pm, $10 Ashtanga Yoga Amara Yoga & Arts, U, 7pm, $12 Experienced Beginner BKS Iyengar Yoga Institute of C-U, U, 7:30pm, $14 Prerequisite: Introduction to Asana Hatha Flow Yoga with Maggie Taylor Amara Yoga & Arts, U, 12pm, $12 Awakening Yoga Amara Yoga & Arts, U, 9am, $12 Advanced Asana/ Pranayama BKS Iyengar Yoga Institute

mind/body/spirit I Love The ‘90s with DJ Mingram Open Yoga Practice Soma Ultralounge, C, 10pm Amara Yoga & Arts, U, 5:30am, $8 dance music Core Yoga Amara Yoga & Arts, U, Tango Dancing 12pm, $12 Cowboy Monkey, C, 8pm Yoga Fundamentals Discotech: Dance Night Amara Yoga & Arts, U, Canopy Club, U, 10pm 4pm, $12 Doors open at 9pm Astanga Yoga Salsa Dancing Cowboy Monkey, C, 10pm Living Yoga Center, U, faith 9am, $15 karaoke Asana for Women Grad Students and Professionals Weekly Seize A Moment Produc- BKS Iyengar Yoga Institute Fellowship Lunch tions Presents: RockStar of C-U, U, 9:15am, $14 Wellness Wednesday University Baptist Church, Karaoke Activities and Recreation C, 11:30am Senator’s Bar & Grill, SaCenter (ARC), C, 5:15pm Advanced Talmud Class voy, 9pm Yoga Class Every The Hillel Foundation SuperStar Karaoke Wednesday — The Margie K. and Louis AnSun, C, 9pm Ananda Liina Yoga & N. Cohen Center for Jewish open mic Meditation Center, U, Life, C, 6:15pm 5:30pm Writ ‘n Rhymed Poetry classes & workshops Open Mic Nights Hatha Flow Amara Yoga & Arts, U, Women’s Resources CenWorkout in the Water 5:45pm, $12 Campus Recreation Center ter, C, 8pm Open Mic Comedy Night Candlelight Yoga East (CRCE), U, 8:30am, Memphis on Main, C, 9pm Amara Yoga & Arts, U, $60-$70 7pm, $12 Adult Pottery Class Yoga For Men Boneyard Pottery, C, 9am, holidays BKS Iyengar Yoga Institute 6:30pm, $25 Toys For Tots Toy Drive of C-U, U, 7:15pm, $14 Call 355-5610 to register Bentley’s Pub, C, 12pm Real Computing Help recreation faith Douglass Branch Library, C, 6pm Public Skate Wednesday Orthodox Ice Arena, C, 7:30pm, $2 Minyan and Breakfast The Hillel Foundation Wednesday 22 game-playing — The Margie K. and Louis live music N. Cohen Center for Jewish Pokemon Fan Club Life, C, 7:30am Rantoul Public Library, Donnie Heitler: Solo Grad Students and ProRantoul, 5:30pm Piano fessionals Bible Study Euchre Tournament Great Impasta, U, 6pm University Baptist Church, Po’ Boys, U, 7pm, $5 Live Irish Music C, 7pm CU64 Chess Club Bentley’s Pub, C, 7pm Bible and Brew Dave Cooper, Joni Dreyer McKinley Presbyterian St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church and Foundation, and Brad Hendricks Church and Campus CenC, 7pm Senator’s Bar & Grill, Sater, C, 8pm Bingo voy, 7:30pm Mike ‘n Molly’s, C, 9:30pm El Guapo miscellaneous Iron Post, U, 8pm volunteer The Sugar Prophets The Bike Project: Open Fat City Bar & Grill, C, Community Connections Hours 8pm Urbana-Champaign Indeand Outreach Group Caleb Cook Urbana-Champaign Indepen- pendent Media Center, U, Rosebowl Tavern, Ltd., U, 6:30pm dent Media Center, U, 6pm 10pm of C-U, U, 5:15pm, $14 Prerequisite: Continuing Asana Slow Flow Amara Yoga & Arts, U, 5:30pm, $12 Introduction to Meditation Ananda Liina Yoga & Meditation Center, U, 7:30pm

dj DJ Tommy Williams Chester Street, C, 9pm, $2 Old School Night Red Star Liquors, U, 9pm Wild West Wednesday It’ll Do 2, C, 9pm Rockstar DJ Fat City Bar & Grill, C, 10pm

kids & families

classes & workshops

Storyshop Champaign Public Library, C, 9:45am, 10:30am Wrestling Fan Club Rantoul Public Library, Rantoul, 4pm

Rhythm and Raag Music Classes Asian American Cultural Center, U, 4pm Improv Workout Class Act, C, 6:30pm, $10 Makerspace Urbana Urbana-Champaign Independent Media Center, U, 7pm

community Girls’ Night Chabad Center for Jewish Life, C, 8pm

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SEMESTER LEASES

January 1 through May 31, 2011.

Great campus locations. Furnished or unfurnished.

604 E Clark- Large one bedroom apartments from $525/mo.

406 E Clark- One bedroom apartments from $425/mo.

Wampler Property Management 217-352-1335 www.wamplerapartments.com

Web Application Developer Internship Part-Time, Champaign Location Apply Online: www.asc-careers.com

FOR RENT

Furnished/Unfurnished

Fall 2011

205 EAST HEALEY, CHAMPAIGN Aug 2011. Huge 1 bdrm apts. Window A/C, Parking $40/mo. Rents from $435/mo to $515/mo. $50/to Furnish. Shown 7 days/wk.

BARR REAL ESTATE, INC. 356-1873 Visit www.barr-re.com for Virtual tours and floor plans.

307 - 309 - Healy Court 2+3 Bedrooms Starting at $343 per person

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theuniversity 309 S. First, C.

2 full baths

group

universitygroupapartments.com 217-352-3182

2 BEDROOM CAMPUS Avail August From $785/month. Include most utilities. 217-367-6626

Available Immediately & Fall 2011 301 West Illinois, U. 3 Bedroom, $990/mo, Parking & all utilities included. Close to Campus.

Fall 2011 Apartments Efficiencies

2 Bedrooms

4 Bedrooms

104 E. John

104 E. John

308 E. Armory

312 E. White

105 S. Fourth

1103 S. Euclid

Contact Chris at 684-2226 or crpayne30@hotmail.com

1103 S. Euclid

208/210 E. White

807 S. Locust

308 E. Armory

208/210 E. White

3 Bedrooms 502 E Springfield, C $1,620 505 E Stoughton, C from $1,415

1 Bedrooms

312 E. White

306 E. Armory

508 S. First

1103 S. Euclid

601 West Springfield, C. 2 Bedroom, $620/mo, parking & all utilities included.

5 Bedrooms

108 W. Charles 104 E. John

3 Bedrooms

1103 S. Euclid

103 E. Healey

1103 S. Euclid

306 E. Armory

105 S. Fourth

807 S. Locust

108 1/2 E. Daniel

208/210 E. White

Houses

2 BEDROOMS

310 E. Clark

312 E. White

509 S. Elm, C.

106 E. Armory

104 E. John

314 E. White

109 E Chalmers, c. $915

308 E. Armory

306 E. Armory

106 1/2 E. Armory

www.ppmrent.com · 351-1800

301 S Fourth, c from $1030

503 E Springfield, c from $1040 808 W Illinois, U $930

www.ppmrent.com · 351-1800

1 Bedrooms

503 E. Springfield Champaign from $765 808 W Illinois Urbana $760

www.ppmrent.com · 351-1800

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

NEW KITCHENS

rentals

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312 E. White

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Furnished

609 W. MAIN, URBANA

Available August From $785/month.

Include most utilities. 217-367-6626

Aug. 2011. 2 bdrm Townhouses$660/mo to $750/mo. 2 bdrm aptsFurnish $610/mo to $700/mo. 1 bdrm apts- Furnish $510/mo. to $550/mo. Parking optional, central A/C. carpet, laundry, ethernet avail.

Shown 7 days/wk.

BARR REAL ESTATE, INC. 356-1873 www.barr-re.com for virtual tours and floor plans visit our web site.

COUNTRY FAIR APARTMENTS 1 & 2 Bedroom, furn/ unfurn, FREE Expanded 80+ Channels Cable TV, FREE High Speed Internet, FREE Water, Heater and trash removal.

Off-street parking, indoor laundry, pool, tennis court. On 4 MTD bus routes. Small pet OK. M-F 9-5:30, Sat 9-12. 2106 W. White Street (near Springfield Ave) 217-359-3713 www.myapartmenthome.com

1405-1407 W. KIRBY, Champaign Available Now. Attractive Colonial building, on busline. Interior 2 bedroom apartments from $425/mo, $50/mo to furnish. Central A/C, carpet, laundry, parking avail. Call for showing times.

BARR REAL ESTATE, INC. 356-1873 www.barr-re.com For virtual tours & floor plans visit our web site.

706 S. WALNUT, URBANA August 2011. Close to Downtown Urbana, 1 bedrooms from $520/mo.

2 bedrooms from $550/mo. Central A/C, Laundry. Parking. Shown 7 days/wk.

BARR REAL ESTATE, INC. 356-1873 Visit www.barr-re.com for Virtual tours and floor plans.

ENGINEERING

cAmpUS · NOW or 2011 2BR, 1BA, from $665. located at 1003 W Stoughton C/A, on-site laundry, Ethernet Incl., No Pets semester lease available

www.ppmrent.com · 351-1800

SECURITY BLDG.

Call for an appointment

www.ppmrent.com · 351-1800

351-1767

SECURITY BLDG.

www.johnsonrentals.com rentals@ johnsonrentals.com

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2 BEDROOM CAMPUS

108 E. John, C. 1 BR, from $600

507 S. Elm, C.

Furnished/Unfurnished

FREE PARKING 205 E. Green, C. from $530

www.ppmrent.com · 351-1800

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1108 S. Lincoln, Urbana Available August 2011. Classic building close to Jimmy John's on Lincoln Ave. Hardwood floors, laundry. Efficiencies - furnished rents from $365 to $385/mo. Unfurnished 1 bedrooms $575/mo. Unfurnished 2 bedrooms $750/mo. Shown 7 days/ wk.

Barr Real Estate, Inc. 356-1873 www.barr-re.com For virtual tours & floor plans visit our web site

808 S. LINCOLN URBANA August 2011. Classic buildingacross from Jimmy John's on Lincoln Ave. Hardwood floors, laundry.

Shown 7 days/wk.

1 Bedroom + Sun Room = $575/mo.

(UF) 1 Bedroom + Den = $575/mo. (UF) 2 Bedroom = $510 to $575/mo. (F) Efficiency = $390/mo. (F) Parking = $50/mo.

BARR REAL ESTATE, INC 356-1873 www.barr-re.com For virtual tours & floor plans visit our web site

Efficiency 1-2-3 Bedrooms 309 South First The University Group universitygroupapartments.com 352-3182

104 E. Armory, C. Fall 2011. Location!! 4 bedroom, 2 bath. Some skylights and flat screen TVs. Covered Parking. Laundry.

Starting at $375/person. Office at 309 S. First, C. THE UNIVERSITY GROUP universitygroupapartments.com 352-3182 a

1 Bedroom 901 W. Springfield, U $ 540-595 911 W. Springfield, U $ 570-610 1004 W. Springfield, U $ 495-525 2 Bedroom 901 W. Springfield, U $ 740 111 S. Lincoln, U $ 795-840 3 Bedroom 1010 W. Springfield U $ 1230-1380 4 Bedroom 1010 W. Springfield, U $1840 111 S. Lincoln, U

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For Info: (217) 344-3008 911 W. Springfield, Urbana www.BaileyApartments.com

Immaculate Quality Living Choice of 18 Locations Amenities for Every Budget 24 Hr. Emergency Service www.roysebrinkmeyer.com 211 W. Springfield, Champaign 217-352-1129 “YOUR FRIENDS ARE ALREADY HERE”

DECEMBER 16 - 22, 2010

705 S. FIRST, CH 3 brm/$1025 4 brm/$1350-1450 Parking $40/mo, furnished www.tricountmg.com 217-367-2009

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906-908 S. Locust, Ch. Effic/$440, 1 brm/$530-595.

Quiet location, parking $40/mo. www.tricountymg.com 217-367-2009

207/211 John C. 2, 4 BR. Great Location, on-site laundry, parking. 4 BR with leather furniture plus flat screen TV. Value pricing.

Office at 309 S. First C. THE UNIVERSITY GROUP universitygroupapartments.com 352-3182

307, 310 E. White, C 307, 309 Clark, C Fall 2011. Large studio, double closet, well furnished. Starting from $360/mo. Behind County Market. Office at 309 S. First, C. THE UNIVERSITY GROUP universitygroupapartments.com 352-3182

LIVE WITH ALL YOUR FRIENDS 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 & 6 bedrooms at 102 E. Gregory Extra large lofts with vaulted ceilings, pet friendly Save money, enjoy new everything!

344-0700

306-308-309 White, C Fall 2011. Furnished studios, 1, 2, and 3 bedrooms. Balconies, patios, laundry, dishwashers, off-street parking. Behind County Market.

Starting at $265/person.

THE UNIVERSITY GROUP universitygroupapartments.com 352-3182

Fall 2011 Great 3 and 5 bedrooms, near 6th and Green. Fully furnished, dishwashers, laundry. Off-street parking.

Starting at $330/person. Office at 309 S. First, C. THE UNIVERSITY GROUP universitygroupapartments.com 352-3182

811 W. Oregon- 4 Bedrooms on Lincoln. Perfect for theatre or music majors. New appliances, W/D in unit starting at $365/person Call 344-0700

4 Bedroom Tri-Level Townhouse Balconies off Bedroom, covered parking included, A/C, dishwasher, laundry on-site.

217-337-1565

Best Location - Fall 2011 Spacious 3 and 4 bedroom apts.

Fully furnished, dishwasher, laundry, leather furniture, flat-screen TV and value pricing. Covered parking.

Phone 352-3182. Office at 309 S. First, C. THE UNIVERSITY GROUP universitygroupapartments.com

Fall 2011 5th and Green location Outdoor activity area. 1, 2, and 3 bedrooms available. Garage offstreet parking, laundry, and value pricing. Office at 309 S. First, C. THE UNIVERSITY GROUP universitygroupapartments.com 352-3182

509 E. White, C. Fall 2011. Large Studio and 1 bedrooms. Security entry, balconies, patios, furnished. Laundry, off-street parking, value pricing. Office at 309 S. First, C. THE UNIVERSITY GROUP universitygroupapartments.com 352-3182

509 Stoughton, C Fall 2011 Near Grainger, spacious studios and 2 bedrooms, laundry, value pricing, parking.

THE UNIVERSITY GROUP universitygroupapartments.com 352-3182

203 Healey, Champaign

602 E. Stoughton, C

Fall 2011. Great location on the park. Private balconies. Fully furnished 3 bedrooms. Parking, laundry, value pricing. Office at 309 S. First, C. THE UNIVERSITY GROUP universitygroupapartments.com 352-3182

Fall 2011. Unique 1 & 2 bedroom apartments. All furnished, laundry, internet. 2 Bedrooms starting at $387/person. Parking available.

Must see!

THE UNIVERSITY GROUP www.ugroup96.com 352-3182

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Furnished

705 W. Stoughton, U Fall 2011 3 bedroom apartment. Spacious living area. Communal balcony & great backyard. Plus a bar area in kitchen, dishwasher, washer/dryer in each unit, value pricing.

THE UNIVERSITY GROUP universitygroupapartments.com 352-3182

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2 & 3 Bedroom on Lincoln in Urbana 807 W. Oregon & 810 W. Iowa Starting at $415/person 344-0700

610 E. Stoughton- Apartment on Engineering Quad 2, 3, & 4 Bedrooms. Call 344-0700. $425/person Huge bedrooms and living space

1-4 Bedrooms

Old Town Champaign

Near the Engineering Campus 217-337-1565 www.hunsingerapts.com

510 S. Elm, C. Available Fall 2011. 2 BR close to campus, hardwood floors, laundry on-site, W/D, central air/heat, off-street parking, 24 hr. maintenance. Value pricing. Office at 309 S. First, C. THE UNIVERSITY GROUP universitygroupapartments.com 352-3182

3 Bedroom Tri-Level Townhouse

203 S. Sixth, C. For Fall 2011. Large 4 bedrooms, 2 bath. Balconies, laundry, covered parking. Starting at $300/person. Office at 309 S. First, C. THE UNIVERSITY GROUP universitygroupapartments.com 352-3182

604 E. White, Champaign

Balconies off Bedroom, covered parking included, A/C, dishwasher, laundry on-site.

217-337-1565

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58 E. John, C. Fall 2011. Studio, two and three bedrooms, fully furnished.

Dishwasher, center courtyard, onsite laundry, central air, parking.

Starting at $298/person.

THE UNIVERSITY GROUP universitygroupapartments.com 352-3182

1 block from Lincoln and Green.

1 BR, LR, kitchen, study, bath, patio, parking.

No smoking, no pets.

Available January. $525/mo. westernrentals705@gmail.com

www.advproperties.com www.advproperties.com

Digital Comp.

Lab, Grainger, Siebel 2 1/2 Blocks

217-344-0394

Daniel St. Lofts NOW LEASING New

Kitchens

BIG! 106 Daniel

Flat Screen T.V. 4-Bedroom / 2-Bath Mardi Gras Balconies

www.universitygroupapartments.com 217-352-3182

(Available Immediately) -2 Bedroom Units -Furnished & Carpeted -Appliances & Micros -On Site Laundry & Parking -Ask Tenant Union About Us! -302 S. Fourth, C.: $700/mo.

-403 E. White, C.: $700/mo.

-405 E. White, C.: $500/mo.

(All Rates Negotiable)

MJM/Chateau Apartments (217) 390-2377

August 2011. Close to Frat Park.

Large 3 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths from $1,100/mo. 2 bedrooms from $785/ mo. Efficiencies from $435/mo.

Central A/C, Storage units, Laundry.

Parking $60/mo. Shown 7 days/wk.

BARR REAL ESTATE, INC 356-1873 Visit www.barr-re.com for Virtual tours & floor plans.

Lincoln

Lincoln Place Apartments

305 N. Lincoln NW Corner of Lincoln & Main, Urbana NEAR ENGINEERING CAMPUS

NEW KITCHENS

Office 911 W. Springfield, Urbana 344-3008 www.BaileyApartments.com

•Walk to U of I Campus – Apartments & Houses only 1 to 4 blocks away!

2,3,4 Bedroom Houses •Laundry in Apartment, Furnished, Internet •1,2,3 Bedroom Apartments •2,3,4 Bedroom Houses

Remodeled One Bedroom Apartment with FREE HIGH SPEED INTERNET. Furnished with washer and dryer in unit. $620 per month.

Available January 2011.

ADVANTAGE PROPERTIES C-U 217-344-0394 www.advproperties.com

Want To Save Money Next Semester?

3&4 bedrooms

103 E. DANIEL, CHAMPAIGN

1007 W. Clark, U.

Safe Quiet Street

Urbana Locations

808 W. Clark, U. One Bedroom Apartment with 1 free parking spot and FREE HIGH SPEED INTERNET. Furnished with washer and dryer in unit. $600 per month.

Available January 2011.

ADVANTAGE PROPERTIES C-U 217-344-0394 www.advproperties.com

906 S. Oak, C. Furnished 2, 3,& 4 Bedroom apartments for fall 2011. Laundry in each apartment. No pets. $760-1,360.

Steve Frerichs 217-369-1182 stevesapartments.com

John Street Apartments

Close In

202 East John One Bedroom on campus 344-0700 Variety of Layouts, Prices, Locations Designer Furnishings - Pet Friendly

408 E. White, C. Furnished 2 & 3 Bedroom apartments for Fall 2011. No Pets. $710900.

Steve Frerichs 217-369-1182 stevesapartments.com

Fall 2011 studio and 1 and 4 bedrooms. Leather furniture, skylights, off-street parking, laundry.

Starting at $385/person. Office at 309 S. First, C. THE UNIVERSITY GROUP universitygroupapartments.com 352-3182

Illini Union 3 1/2 Blocks Mech. Eng. 3 Blocks

1- 6 Bedrooms at 202 E. John Two levels of living space Affordable apartments just 2 blocks from the Quad. Call 344-0700

Engineering Quad 610 East Stoughton Champaign 2, 3 Bedrooms starting 344-0700 Different Layouts, Huge Apartments, New Flooring/ Furniture

For Fall 2011. Extra large efficiency apartments. Security building entry, complete furniture, laundry, off-street parking, value pricing. Office at 309 S. First, C. THE UNIVERSITY GROUP universitygroupapartments.com 352-3182

Engineering Campus

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Affordable, HUGE and Unique Apartments ON Campus and Pet Friendly 344-0700

111 E. Chalmers, Champaign

Leasing for Fall 2011

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506 E. Stoughton, Champaign

Security Entrance For Fall 2011, Large studio, 1, 2 bedroom, Loft Apartment. Furnished, balconies, patios, laundry, off-street parking, value pricing. Office at 309 S. First, C. THE UNIVERSITY GROUP universitygroupapartments.com 352-3182

Do You Want Close?

WALK TO CAMPUS!

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2&3 Bedrooms- Furnished Features: -Internet Provided -1 FREE Parking Space/Apt -Laundry Facilities (5) -Cable Hook-up -Carpeted -Central Air/Heat

Place Apartments

509 Bash Court, C.

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411 HEALEY, Champaign

605 S. Fifth, C.

GREAT VALUE

Furnished

Place Apartments

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503 - 505 - 508 White 2 Bedroom with den $790 3 Bedroom $830-950

theuniversity

www.gillespieapts.com

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Furnished

-Dishwasher/Microwave -Frost-Free Refrigerator -On-Site Management -Owner Managed -NO PETS

Call 217-369-2717 lincolnplaceapts.net

Lincoln

APARTMENTS

the217.com

group

Contact Justin at 618-304-8562

Completely Furnished On-Site Parking & Laundry On-Site Resident Manager universitygroupapartments.com 217-352-3182

Furnished 4 Bedrooms 901 S Second C * 709 W Green U FREE Cable & Internet Washer & Dryer in EVERY Unit

Covered Parking Available

217-384-9444

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ARBOR APARTMENTS, C. August 2011. 1 bedrooms at Third & Gregory. Window A/C, Laundry, Rents from $410/mo to $435/mo.

Parking $40/mo. Shown 7 days/wk.

BARR REAL ESTATE, INC. 356-1873 Visit www.barr-re.com for Virtual tours and floor plans.

404 W. HIGH, URBANA Aug 2011. Huge 2 bdrms- 1,100 sq. ft. W/D in each unit. From $710/mo to $750/mo. Parking.

Shown 7 days/wk.

BARR REAL ESTATE, INC. 356-1873 Visit www.barr-re.com for Virtual tours and floor plans.

THE NEVADAN 903 W. NEVADA, URBANA We've redefined luxury with these spectacular 2 bedrooms/ 1 to 2 bath units built August 2007 right in the heart of the U of I campus, around the corner from Cafe Paradiso. Wallmounted flat screen TVs, wine & beer fridge, designer furniture package, W/D, buzzer entry, elevator, covered parking and MUCH MORE!!! Rent from $1,275/mo. to $1,375/mo. Call for showing times!

BARR REAL ESTATE, INC. 356-1873 www.barr-re.com For virtual tours & floor plans visit our web site.

Furnished

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202 W. SPRINGFIELD, CHAMPAIGN August 2011. 1 Bedroom apartments close to campus. Central A/C, dishwashers, balconies. Rent from $420/ mo. Call for showing times.

BARR REAL ESTATE, INC 356-1873 www.barr-re.com

907 W. STOUGHTON, URBANA August 2011. Huge 2 bedroom apt in great location near Engineering.

Central A/C, laundry. From $665/ mo. Parking $50/mo.

Shown 7 days/wk.

BARR REAL ESTATE, INC. 356-1873 www.barr-re.com For virtual tours & floor plans visit our web site

1107 S. EUCLID, C August 2011. 1 bedrooms Near Armory & Gregory. Window A/C, Laundry, Rents from $410/mo to $430/mo. Parking $40/mo.

Shown 7 days/wk.

BARR REAL ESTATE, INC 356-1873 Visit www.barr-re.com for Virtual tours and floor plans.

1007 S. FIRST 5th & HEALEY, C. Aug 2011. The BEST LOCATED EFFICIENCIES & 1 BEDROOMS on campus - period. Here's the best part: Efficiencies $410/mo to $450/ mo & 1 bedrooms $560/mo to $575/ mo. Parking avail @ $40/mo. Shown 7 days/wk.

BARR REAL ESTATE, INC. 356-1873 Visit www.barr-re.com for Virtual tours and floor plans.

1005 S. Second, Champaign Fall 2011 studio and 4 bedroom penthouse. Secured building. Private parking, laundry on-site. Value pricing. Office at 309 S. First, C. THE UNIVERSITY GROUP universitygroupapartments.com 352-3182

509 W. MAIN, URBANA August 2011. 1 bedroom apts. $420/mo to $460/mo. Laundry, Window A/C, Parking, $45/mo.

Shown 7 days/wk.

BARR REAL ESTATE, INC. 356-1873 www.barr-re.com For virtual tours & floor plans visit our web site

311 E. WHITE, CHAMPAIGN Available August 2011. Large efficiencies close to Beckman Center. From $350/mo. Parking $35/mo. Window A/C, carpet.

Shown 7 days/wk.

BARR REAL ESTATE, INC. 356-1873 www.barr-re.com For virtual tours & floor plans visit our web site

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1 bedroom apt from $460/mo. 2 bedroom apts from $605/mo. Window A/C, Carpet, Laundry. Parking included. Shown 7 days/wk.

BARR REAL ESTATE, INC. 356-1873 www.barr-re.com For virtual tours & floor plans visit our web site

1006 W. STOUGHTON, URBANA August 2011. Close to Engineering campus. 2 bedroom from $950/mo.

Window A/C, carpet. Parking $40/ mo. Shown 7 days/wk.

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706 S. FIRST, C. August 2011. 1/2 block South of Green. 1 bedroom $440/mo. 2 bedrooms from $485/mo. Window A/C. Parking $40/mo.

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ABOVE JIMMY JOHN'S ON LINCOLN 805 S. LINCOLN, URBANA August 2011. Ceiling fans, window A/C. Efficiencies from $530/mo. 1 bedrooms from $580/mo. Shown 7 days/wk.

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420 APARTMENTS

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2 bedroom apts from $550/mo.

CHAMPAIGN August August 2011. Huge 2 bedrooms.

Close to Engineering & C/S. A/C, Laundry, Parking $50/mo. Rent from $570/mo to $775/mo. Shown 7 days/wk.

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Aug 2011. 1 Bdrms corner of Lincoln & Illinois. Window A/C, Laundry, Rent $560/mo. Parking $50/mo.

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706 S. LOCUST, C.

102 N. GREGORY, URBANA

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August 2011. Close to Illini Union. 2 bedrooms $555/mo. Carpet, Laundry. Parking $50/mo.

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Fall 2011 2, 3, & 4 Bedrooms FREE INTERNET

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Smith Apartments Now Renting For August 2011

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$1,260

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510

Fall 2011 4 Bedroom, 2 Bath, $330/bedroom.

Campus Houses. Washer/dryer.

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Close to Campus 311 W. Green, Champaign. 5 BR furnished, dishwasher, w/d, fenced backyard w/ deck avail Aug 2011, $1850/mo 217-493-4729.

FALL 2011 Campus Houses 10, 11 Bedrooms $330/person 367-6626

907 W. Hill, U. Very Spacious 3 bedroom house with hardwood floor throughout, washer and dryer, furnished or unfurnished, and PARKING! $900 per month.

Available January 2011.

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$395/mo 1BR with Pets Large Bedroom, private bath, furnished, walk-in closet, extra storage closet, washer/dryer in a 4BR/4 1/ 2Bath Townhouse. Pets fees included. Available NOW! The Village at Colbert Park. See amenities at www. villagecp.com Contact me 217-7785837

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903 S. First St., Champaign, IL 61820 Sublease 1 of 2 bedrooms.

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Fall 2011 2 &4 Bedroom Apts BI - LEVEL

One bedroom efficiency One bedroom efficiency, 901 W. Springfield Ave., Jan.-July, 2011. $425/mo.

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Colony West Champaign

2111 Melrose Drive. 2 BR, 2 full bathrooms, at $850/mo. washer/ dryer included. New carpet. Free parking. 217-418-4381. nainai1230@gmail.com

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House For Rent

713 W. Springfield, URBANA

4BR, 2BA, 1 block East of Lincoln. 2 car garage, No Pets, Internet hookup.

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Captain’s Log: This is Braffley Wizardman Jenkins.

FREE WILL ASTROLOGY ARIES

March 21-April 19

I vividly remember seeing singer Diamanda Galas in concert. Though classically trained, she didn’t confine herself to mellifluous melodies and elegant tones. She was a whirlwind of elemental sound, veering from animalistic bellows to otherworldly chants to operatic glossolalia. It was all very entertaining, and often enjoyable. The skill with which she shaped the sound as it escaped her body was prodigious. My companion and I agreed that “she made your ears convulse and your eyes writhe and your skin prickle -- but in a good way.”

How would you feel about inviting some similar experiences into your life, Aries? The astrological omens suggest this would be an excellent time to seek the rowdy healing that only disciplined wildness can provide.

TAURUS

April 20-May 20

Here’s a haiku-like poem by Cor van den Heuvel: “the little girl / hangs all the ornaments / on the nearest branch.” My comment: It’s cute that the girl crams all the decorations onto one small section of the tree, and maybe her parents will keep them that way. But I recommend that you take a different approach as you work to beautify and enliven your environment. Spread out your offerings; distribute your blessings equally; make sure that everything in need of invigoration gets what it requires.

GEMINI

May 21-June 20

CANCER

June 21-July 22

This is a good time to go in search of any secrets you’ve been hiding from yourself. I suggest you also try to track down the “missing links” that aren’t really missing but rather are neglected. My advice is similar for the supposedly “lost treasure” you’re wondering about: Clues about its whereabouts are lying around in full view for anyone who is innocent enough to see them. P.S. Being uncomplicated isn’t normally your strong suit, but this is one of those rare times when you’ll have an aptitude for it.

December 16-December 22

More than two million people tuned in to hear it on the Internet. Might there be a comparable transformation in your future, Libra? From an astrological perspective, it’s prime time for you to transform a pedestrian exercise into a transcendent excursion, or a trivial diversion into an elegant inspiration, or a meaningless entertainment into a sublime learning opportunity.

SCORPIO

Oct. 23-Nov. 21

SAGITTARIUS

Nov. 22-Dec. 21

CAPRICORN

Dec. 22-Jan. 19

LEO

AQUARIUS

VIRGO

Aug. 23-Sept. 22

Be alert for the undertones, Virgo. Tune in to the subtexts. Scan the peripheries for the future as it reveals itself a little early. You never know when the hidden world might be trying to slip you a tip. You should be alert for the deeper storylines weaving themselves just below the level where the supposedly main plot is unfolding.

LIBRA

Sept. 23-Oct. 22

A musician who records under the name of Shamantis took Justin Bieber’s silly pop tune “U Smile,” and slowed it down 800 percent. The new work was a 35-minutelong epic masterpiece of ambient electronica that The New York Times praised as “ghostly” and “oceanic.”

“In a Hotspot”—they’re connecting wirelessly, sorta

My favorite news source, The Onion, reported on a proposed law that would prohibit marriage between any two people who don’t actually love each other (Onion. com/LoveLaw). Couples whose unions are rooted in mutual antipathy or indifference are of course protesting the plan, insisting that they have as much of a right to wed as those who care for each other deeply and treat each other tenderly. Whether or not this proposal becomes a formal part of the legal system, Sagittarius, I urge you to embrace it. In fact, I’ll go so far as to ask you not to do anything at all unless you are at least somewhat motivated by love. The coming months will be a time when your success will depend on your ability to rise to new heights of compassion, romance, eros, tenderness, empathy, and affection.

In the TV comedy series “Arrested Development,” Buster Bluth was an adult character who was a bit overattached to his mother. It seemed to have to do with the fact that he lingered in her womb for 11 months before agreeing to be born. The obstetrician claimed “there were claw marks on her uterus.” I want to be sure you don’t make a comparable misstep in the coming weeks, Cancerian. It really is time for you to come out and play.

Ready or not, leave your protective sanctuary and leap into the jangly, enchanting tumult.

July 23-Aug. 22

by Matt Jones

More than a few wildlife films use deception to fool the audiences into thinking they’re watching animals in the wild. So says Chris Palmer, a producer of many such films. “One classic trick involves hiding jellybeans in carcasses,” he told New Scientist. “If you see a bear feeding on a dead elk in a film, you can be pretty sure that the bear was hired from a game farm and is looking for sweets hidden in the carcass by the film-makers.” I suspect you will encounter a metaphorically comparable ruse or switcheroo sometime soon, Scorpio. It’ll be your job to be an enforcer of authenticity. Be on the lookout for the jellybeans.

Let’s imagine we’re fifth-century monks living in the land that today is known as the south of France. And let’s say we decide we’re going to build a chapel in a place that has long been a pagan shrine dedicated to the moon goddess Selene. Shouldn’t we consider the possibility that our new house of worship may be imbued with the vibes of the previous sanctuary? Now shift your attention to the present day, and apply our little thought experiment to what’s going on in your life.

Tune in to the influences that may be conditioning the new thing you’d like to create.

I have imaginary friends who help me. And yes, they sometimes even give me ideas for your horoscopes.

Among the many other perks my secret buddies provide, they show me where my cell phone and car keys are when I’ve misplaced them -- a prime sign of their practical value. What’s your current status in regards to imaginary friends, Leo? Do you even have any? This would be an excellent time to seek them out and put them to work. In fact, I encourage you to do anything that might attract the input of undiscovered allies, behind-the-scenes collaborators, mysterious guidance, and divine assistance.

jone sin’

Jan. 20-Feb. 18

I would like to steal your angst, Aquarius. I fantasize about sneaking into your room tonight, plucking your nightmares right out of the heavy air, and spiriting them away. I imagine sidling up to you on a crowded street and pickpocketing your bitterness and frustration -- maybe even pilfering your doubts, too. I wouldn’t keep any of these ill-gotten goods for myself, of course.

I wouldn’t try to profit from them in any way. Instead, I would donate them to the yawning abyss, offer them up to the stormy ocean, or feed them to a bonfire on a primal beach. P.S. Even though I can’t personally accomplish these things, there is now a force loose in your life that can. Are you willing to be robbed of things you don’t need?

PISCES

Feb. 19-March 20

In 2011, I bet that memory won’t play as big a role in your life as it has up until now. I don’t mean to say that you will neglect or forget about the past. Rather, I expect that you will be less hemmed in by the consequences of what happened way back when. You’ll be able to work around and maybe even transcend the limitations that the old days and the old ways used to impose on you.

Your free will? It will be freer than maybe it has ever been. Your creative powers will override the inertia of how things have always been done.

Stumped? Find the solutions in the Classifieds pages.

Across 1 “Switched on Bach” synthesizer 5 Diamond stat 8 Jack on “24” 14 Sony co-founder Morita 15 Fine and dandy 16 Bring into harmony 17 What some things catch on like 19 Candle store choices 20 They can get busy during the winter and summer 21 Half a dance step?

22 Badminton divider 23 Figures in early Salem history 26 The Rent Is Too ___ High Party 29 “I had too much root beer” noise 30 Carson Daly’s former MTV show 31 Late singer Cassidy 32 Airport readerboard abbr.

33 Counters in China 35 XP protection 40 Frodo’s home, with “The” 41 Some Monopoly spaces: abbr.

42 Mauna ___ 43 “___ see it...”

44 Ending for Scooby or Scrappy 45 Space starter 46 Steadfastly 51 Pres. during V-J Day

52 Suffix for McCarthy 53 Least likely to speak up 57 Mizrahi and Asimov 59 Swimmer with large pectoral fins 60 Little stream 61 Gives it a thumbs-up 62 Writer Sarah ___ Jewett 63 Not as much 64 Important 65 Answer, as to an invitation: abbr.

Down 1 Bryn ___, PA 2 “The Grapes of Wrath” extra 3 Aromatherapist’s supply 4 Sink 5 Singer Bonnie 6 Russian soups 7 Tina’s ex 8 “Seven Whole Grains on a Mission” cereal 9 “No way!”

10 It comes between printemps and automne 11 Carnival food 12 Put in data 13 Takes a load off 18 Part of TGIF 21 Ozone layer pollutant, briefly 24 Avoided capture by

25 Play Pictionary 26 Drops on the lawn 27 Hertz competitor 28 Vermouth drinks 32 Ram’s ma’am 33 “___ longa, vita brevis” 34 Robert who played A.J. Soprano 36 Trade gossip 37 Where germs usually enter 38 Tyson’s ring nickname 39 Buddhist near Thailand 44 “The Chronic” rapper Dr. ___ 45 Request 46 Move like a top 47 Subscription unit 48 “___ die for!”

49 Really really tiny 50 Line section: abbr.

54 Dublin’s land 55 Job application nos.

56 “Sons of ___” (Digital Underground song) 58 Capone and Green 59 Panda Express kitchen fixture

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december 16 - 22, 2010

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AND ANOTHER THING ...

by MICHAEL COULTER

All i want for christmas A wishless list As of this moment, I have absolutely no Christmas gifts for anyone. Usually by this time I have at least purchased something. Sure, it may just be a bottle of liquor for someone, and there’s a good chance I’ll drink it before I can ever give it to the intended recipient, but this year I got nothing.

I haven’t been to stores doing scouting. I haven’t gotten online and made a list. I’m not even sure who I need to buy for at this late juncture. This is a dilemma, but that’s not even the worst part. I don’t even know what I want for Christmas. I can get others pretty much anything and feel fine with myself, but if I don’t get awesome things for the savior’s birthday, well, let’s just say it will pretty much ruin Christmas for everyone.

can check out the view on your phone. It’s the kind of thing that would be super handy in a war situation and therefore completely irrelevant and awesome for the backyard or even the living room.

I get the feeling that I might use it more for evil than good, so that makes it about the best gift an idiot like myself could ever receive. On the other hand, I have a sneaking feeling that I would crash it beyond repair in the first ten minutes or so. It’d be the best ten minutes ever, though.

The Neato XV 11 is completely awesome and the worst gift ever. It’s a really smart robot vacuum that maps out a grid and sweeps your floor. It knows where it’s been, and it knows where it needs to go. Hell, it will even make its way back to the charger station if it senses it’s getting low on batteries. I have to be honest, it sort of scares me, you know, in a 2001 kind of way. But a clean floor is pretty nice. It’s sort of a toss up. Still, I’m not sure I want a cleaning mechanism that is more One of the biggest gifts everyone’s entertaining to me than a television. talking about is the Kindle. I like to Besides, I’m not ready to give up my of having a monkey butler. have an actual book in my hand if I’m dream I’ve long been intrigued by the Dyson air multiplier. You’ve probably going to pretend to read. I’m sure it seen it. It’s that futuristic fan that saves a lot of space, but then what doesn’t have blades and looks like it’s from Blade Runner. I don’t need the hell am I going to do with all my a bladeless fan, and I don’t really bookshelves? Thanks, but no thanks. want one, so that’s a fairly good indication that I will actually get one I’d much prefer a regular book with for Christmas this year. I suppose lots of pictures. it’s safer and all that, but I have to say, I would miss seeing if I could If I’m honest with myself, I don’t need a damned stop the blades with my hands every hour or thing. Okay, I may want a few things, but really, so. I know that sort of things sounds dangerous, I’m just fine. On the other hand, I know how much but it’s really about the most fun you can have with a fan. I still have all my fingers, so it can’t people enjoy buying gifts, and I should at least be that dangerous. take a look around and covet something out there in the marketplace. I sort of bounced around the One thing that is sweet is this Samsung projecweb and settled at esquire.com to see if I could tor you can plug into your computer. No matfind something, anything that seemed cool to me. ter where you are, you can project a movie onto It was a lot harder than I imagined. something. It’s like a portable drive-in. You can One of the biggest gifts everyone’s talking have a big screen TV wherever you go. Hell, you about is the Kindle. Initially, I thought people could actually use it to project one movie onto anwere saying Ken doll, and I wondered why they other movie. I’m sure it would also give you twice just didn’t get a Barbie doll like always, but it the headache, but sometimes progress is pain. turns out it’s spelled differently and it’s some In the end, I have to repeat what I said earlier. sort of reading device. Actually, I have seen I’m just fine. I honestly don’t really want much them and they are sort of cool, but I’m just for Christmas this year. I suppose it’d be okay to not sure it’s my cup of tea. I like to have an get a video game or something cool and comactual book in my hand if I’m going to pretend pletely out of the blue, but for some reason I just to read. I’m sure it saves a lot of space, but can’t come up with a gift for myself this year.

Don’t get me wrong; I’m not becoming one of then what the hell am I going to do with all my bookshelves? Thanks, but no thanks. I’d much those “just wish for peace and happiness” kinds prefer a regular book with lots of pictures. of people. I sincerely want something awesome The Parrot AR.Drone is another thing altogethfor a present. I just can’t decide what it would be. Maybe I should just save up and try to get er. It’s a freaking little helicopter you can control twice as much next year. and fly around. It’s even got cameras on it so you

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