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| Photo by BLADEN FINCH Matt Tefft and Neil Reda perform a skit where the parental roles are reversed. Reda is the mother. |
The evening consisted of a variety of different stories, poems and music from women, as well as a few men. The night started off by evoking feminine energies with a "Gyatri Mantram" led by Bhavani Beth Jacobsen. She also sang two other songs, "Stones in the Road" and "You're Between Me." She finished her performance by singing the theme from the Third United Nations conference on Women called " Every Woman." Of this experience she said, "It was amazing to be with all these women and hear their voices. It was remarkable." Following this was a poetry reading by Vivian Teter. Teter read a poem dedicated to her creative writing class as well as a poem called "Last Dance," which was a response to Emily Dickinson's poems on death. She used humor in between her readings to liven up the audience.
Others who participated included Dr. Bill Ruehlmann who read an entry called "Bev Sells." He started by stating, "This is a true story," and then went on to tell about the life of this amazing woman, which was even more poignant when Bev Sell was actually introduced at the end. Women of all ages came together on this night as they shared stories of travel love, and showcased their remarkable talents. Lee Jordan-Anders showed her skill on the harpsichord by playing a few pieces by Elizabeth-Claude Jacquet de la Guerre. "Isn't it lovely to be able to hear a woman's voice from nearly 300 years ago," she said before beginning her performance.
There was comedy displayed as well, with a scene presented from "Cloud 9" by Caryl Churchhill. April Nitkin, Matt Tefft and Neil Reda participated in the skit where the male and female parental roles were switched. The father was played by Nitkin and the mother by Reda. Tefft played the part of a little boy whose father wants him to be more like him. There were also readings that made fun of the stereotypical views of women. The was shown in a piece called "Pro Femina" read by Tammy Dhority. This reading included advice such as "Wear a dress and wear high sling-back shoes, find a nice man who will ask you on a date, tell the nice man you are a virgin, and keep your dress on."
Then there were some who shared heartfelt experiences. Students from "Women on the Brink" told stories of living as homeless women for one day in Washington DC This speech told of a powerful experience for these students who said that " there is no difference between homeless women and other women that you meet. The only difference is lack of a home to go to." Afterwards, Trish Manthey, director of the Dwelling Place, a shelter for the homeless, gave some information about it. "In 1957, families were 30 percent of the homeless, now over 50 percent of families are homeless," she said. "The average age of the homeless is a 9-year-old child."
Proceeds from the event were donated to the Dwelling Place, which is free of charge and is available to anyone. Residents at the shelter, however, must show initiative in getting a job and seeking permanent housing. If you would like information on how to support the Dwelling Place by serving as a volunteer or making financial contributions, visit www.thedwellingplaceva.org.
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| Photos by MEGAN ULANICH Where the delicious doughnuts are made: the Krispy Kreme store on Virginia Beach Boulevard. |
Breakfast would not be the same without a warm, gooey, fresh glazed Krispy Kreme doughnut. These delightful doughnuts are made close to home so they are extra fresh when they arrive on your plate. The Krispy Kreme located on Virginia Beach Blvd. makes about 10,000 dozen doughnuts in an average day. That equals 120,000 doughnuts a day just for the Virginia Beach area. Krispy Kreme is open 364 days a year, 24 hours a day, with Christmas Day being the only day off for the employees. The restaurant facility is open Sunday through Thursday until 12 a.m., and then Friday and Saturday until 1 a.m. The drive through is open all day everyday.
The employees that work at the Krispy Kreme on Virginia Beach Blvd. are always prompt for work, outgoing, and ready for the long day ahead of making the hot fresh doughnuts that we have all come to love. "The employees here have become like family, the same ones have been here for years, and the fact that we stay open 364 days a year you begin to realize that Krispy Kreme is your social life," said supervisor Jamie Brumsey.
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Krispy Kreme is a mass production company that is becoming more self-sufficient everyday. Supplies are shipped and loaded into a warehouse shed two days a week. In the past, the yeast used to make the doughnuts rise was bought and shipped from the Busch Gardens Brewery, but now it is bought from a nearby company.
The doughnut assembly line runs all around the back of the kitchen on a conveyer belt. The kitchen is now managed by a computer system hooked to all of the mixers and fryers so that the manager can even type in the code from his house to start the doughnut machines. Each computer that communicates with the mixers costs about $50,000, but the it was well worth the buy since it has cut down on time and labor. The dough and yeast are thrown into a machine where the doughnut shaping takes place, and then they are put into a fryer. Next, the doughnuts are placed on a rotating conveyer belt where they cool for one minute. They come out onto a moving belt where the world famous Krispy Kreme glazing process begins. The glaze machine is nothing more than a mixer that combines sugar and hot water together for about 15 to 20 minutes. Then the doughnuts are placed into those lovely white and green-checkered boxes and pack up for the multiple grocery stores and other destinations that await them. The whole process for the doughnuts takes no more than about 15 minutes, which is pretty amazing when you have an order of about 10,000 dozen a day. The machines never are constantly making doughnuts all day and night.
Krispy Kreme also spends a lot of time giving back to the community. They give tours daily, ranging from elementary students to senior citizens. After every tour everyone always receives one complimentary doughnut. Krispy Kreme also helps organizations by donating money in the thousands per year to charitable causes such as the March of Dimes. Head to the Krispy Kreme shop on Virginia Beach Blvd. and partake in the mouth watering first bite of a classic glazed doughnut.
It's getting warm outside, which means Spring is right around the corner. Days should no longer be spent cooped up inside, but in the fresh air enjoying all the things our area has to offer. The only problem with enjoying life is that it costs money, and to college students that is scarce. So what is there to do that won't break the bank? Fortunately, the Hampton Roads area offers many varieties of entertainment that appeals to anyone's fancy. Whether you are into the arts, comedy, tourist attractions or an educational outing, there is something close by that won't deplete your savings account.
The Chrysler Museum of Art is filled with a rich array of culture, with works of art featured from Ancient Egypt, Greece, including pottery, paintings, and many others. The best part is that Wednesdays are by donation only, which in student terms, means free. "I can't count how many times I've been to the Chrysler, but every time I go there is something new to look at," said junior April Rhodes. If you are in the mood for something lighter, Norfolk is loaded with comedy events. The Comedy Zone, located in downstairs Waterside, is open Thursday to Sunday and features comedians from all over the country. Tickets do not cost more than $10 and once you purchase them, they get you free admission to Dixie's Tavern, Bar Norfolk, and Have a Nice Day Cafe. Another comedy act is coming to town on April 11; the Second City Tour coming to the Tidewater Community College Roper of Performing Arts located on Granby Street in Norfolk. This Chicago-based tour has featured famous names as John Belushi, Mike Myers and Ryan Stiles. Tickets can be bought at the Roper box-office and students get a special deal of $10.
Switch directions and head to the beach. Virginia Beach has always been a tourist attraction, and who's to say that locals can't enjoy the sights? Just walking along Atlantic Ave., you can find countless things to do. There are haunted houses- which can be on the cheesy side but are always good for a laugh- mirror mazes and ornate shops selling everything. Also a classic favorite is taking a walk on the boardwalk or sitting on the beach and soaking up the sunrays. This is absolutely free.
Since we are students, and the purpose of that is to obtain as much knowledge as we can, there is a fun place to go as well. The Virginia Marine Science Museum will teach you everything about the underwater world beneath us. Some other events they have are whale and dolphin watching boat trips and, my personal favorite, stingray petting.
If you don't have a car, these attractions may not be convenient, so the college provides activities that allow students to enjoy the spring. Not to mention the seldom used volleyball nets. Campus events will be held for the rest of the semester, such as Party in the Dell, and Lively in the Ivy on April 26. Spring Fling will be May 2. "I've gone to Party in the Dell and Spring Fling since I was a freshman and I have never been disappointed," said senior Delayna Ishee.
Regardless of what tickles your fancy, there are many things around that can satisfy whatever it is that you're looking for. And the low cost makes it easier to have fun. So don't just sit on the couch and waste this beautiful weather, get up, get out and go do something!
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