See George Balanchine's classic, "The Nutcracker" at the Academy of Music from December 10-31, 2011.
For tickets go to www.paballet.org.
Good Luck with Finals!
December 4, 2011 by
Wishing you luck on your finals! Don't forget to stop in the leasing office for exam week snacks on December 5th and 7th from 12 p.m.-3 p.m.!
Finals Week Got You Down? Need a Study Break?
November 30, 2011 by
Hey, Residents! While you're studying for those finals next week, be sure to stop by the Leasing Office for some yummy snacks! December 5th and December 7th from 12pm-3pm.
5 Great December Songs
November 29, 2011 by
The air may be chilly by November, but all hope of summer is truly lost by the time December rolls around. If anticipating the holidays isn't enough to sustain you, it’s time to start appreciating winter’s true gift: the cold is a great excuse for spending more time snuggled up in your warm bed with your sweetie. Your soundtrack for spooning can be seasonally appropriate but also heart-warming. Depending on your decade of choice, here are some wintery tunes to stave off the cold.
Baby, It’s Cold Outside
Bing Crosby and Doris Day’s playful version of this wintertime classic is a particularly persuasive way to district your honey from leaving the toasty bed.
I’ve Got My Love to Keep Me Warm
Another classic, Frank Sinatra, Billie Holiday, and Dean Martin have all marveled about using love to weather a storm.
Time of the Season by The Zombies
The Zombies don’t actually specify what the season is, so why not winter? Sounds like a good time for loving.
Wintertime Love by The Doors
In a love song you can waltz to, a surprisingly tender Jim Morrison croons, “winter’s so cold this year, and you are warm”- how sweetly understated.
Warm Love by Van Morrison
While not necessarily set in the winter, this melodic ditty warms your heart with its sweet lyrics and cheerful wind section.
Philly Nightlife: 18 To Enter Club Scene
November 25, 2011 by
Between too old and not old enough? Here are 4 Philly spots that are 18 To Enter 21 To Drink. So now, you and all of your older college friends can get in and have a great time!
The Roxxy (Delaware Avenue)
Click here to visit their website!
Club 27 (Old City)
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Shampoo Nightclub (N. 8th St.)
Click here to visit their website!
Pinnacle Nite Club (7th and Arch St.)
Click here to visit their website!
Macy’s Holiday Light Show in Center City
November 25, 2011 by
Looking for something festive to do this holiday season? Check out the Macy's Holiday Light Show at Macy's on 13th and Market Streets. The indoor show begins every hour on the hour and it's free! Click here for dates and more information!
Philly’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
November 23, 2011 by
If you're staying in the Philadelphia Area for Thanksgiving, check out Philadelphia's Thanksgiving Day Parade! Tune in to 6abc at 8:30 a.m. or see it live at 8:15 a.m. The parade starts at 20th and JFK Blvds. For more information, go to http://dig.abclocal.go.com/wpvi/html/2011thanksgivingdayparade.html
Finals Week Kick-Off Event!
November 23, 2011 by
Join us on December 4, 2011 to kick-off finals week! We'll be serving BREAKFAST from 7pm – 10pm in the Theater Room, so be sure to stop by and grab some motivation.
~Axis RAs
Tap It: Five Awesome iPhone And iPad Games
November 22, 2011 by
Apple’s portable devices have redefined gaming – no longer do you need a joystick or buttons to have fun on the go. Instead, games that use the iPhone and the iPad’s touchscreen interface are all the rage. There are hundreds of games on sale in the App Store, making it hard to find those that are worth your time. Here are five that will give you hours of entertainment:
– Angry Birds. In many ways the killer app for portable gaming, this insanely popular game is deceptively simple: use a slingshot to launch cartoon birds at structures to dislodge pigs. But inside the game is a robust physics simulation and some exceptionally well-designed levels.
– Infinity Blade. This 3D swordfighting game has won legions of fans for its bracing difficulty and gritty, intuitive mechanics. The story hook, which has you playing multiple generations of warriors, is great too.
– Doodle Jump. One of the first iPhone hits, this simple action game has a charming low-tech visual style and is insanely addictive. Guide your little hopping hero up the clouds by tilting the device and tapping the screen.
– Critter Crunch Lite. This charming, colorful puzzle game is easy to learn but infuriating to master, and will have you coming back over and over again.
– Game Dev Story. A hilarious simulation game that puts you inside a software company, this addictive title has won legions of fans for its insider humor and cute art style.
Who Makes the Best Cheesesteak in Philly?
November 15, 2011 by
The ongoing argument about the best cheesesteak in Philly will probably never be resolved—some people like Pat's, and some can't live without Geno's. So here's a little information about both—you be the judge.
Pat's
Pat’s King of Steaks makes no joke about its name. Originally a hot dog stand at the base of Philadelphia’s Italian market in 1930, owner Pat Olivieri inadvertently invented the steak sandwich when he decided to cook himself a chopped meat sandwich with onions for lunch. The rest, as they say, is history. The quick and easy new dish became a sought after delicacy by local cabbies and local patrons, before growing into a city-wide mainstay. Almost 80 years later, Pat’s is still Philadelphia’s reigning cheesesteak sandwich establishment with a variety of menu options—from the simple classics to items like mushroom pizza steak and roast pork—and a bevy of succulent, well-cooked toppings. Open all day, every day, this is another perfect stop for anyone looking to get a hefty bite of Philadelphia’s infamous edible tradition.
1237 E Passyunk Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19147
(215) 468-1546
www.patskingofsteaks.com
Geno's
Boasting happy customers from Oprah to Justin Timberlake to Tony Danza, Geno’s Steaks has a no-fuss reputation for solid, Philly-style meat sandwiches. Joe Vento opened Geno’s in 1966 with only $6, two boxes of steaks, and six hot dogs. Since that humble beginning, the establishment has grown into a Philadelphia landmark serving simple steaks with a lot of sass. Service is fast and the line keeps pace so make sure you arrive with your decision already made and your order properly planned. With a menu that only includes six varieties of steak sandwich and a few basic sides, it shouldn’t be hard to choose ahead of time. The restaurant is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, attracting a diverse crowd of hungry patrons at all hours. Though there is no indoor seating, there are a few tables and canopies out front on the sidewalk for those who can’t wait to dive into their food.
1218 S 9th St
Philadelphia, PA 19147
(215) 389-0659
www.genosteaks.com
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