Every year I make a pact with myself to enjoy the seasons more. Some years I do better than others, but this year feels like it's already off to a great start. When I spotted these beautiful orange and purple chrysanthemums at the store I knew I had to have them. I can't wait to… Continue reading Fall Chrysanthemums
Fish and Chips
I've been yearning for London lately. There are many reasons why, and I can't stop thinking about it. Exactly a year ago I was probably standing in Hyde Park or Gloucester Station or Piccadilly Circus. I was so happy there, then. I miss it so much. I think I had fish and chips maybe 3… Continue reading Fish and Chips
Banana Walnut Muffins
When life gives you overripe bananas, you must make banana muffins (or so I'm told). I've never made banana nut muffins before, so I veered from the trusted family banana bread recipe and sourced a muffin specific recipe instead. For years I've been telling myself I wouldn't like banana nut muffins, but I have seriously… Continue reading Banana Walnut Muffins
My Birthday in Quarantine, Spring Reading, and Lots of Baking and Yummy Food
I'm hoping to make these weekly recap posts part of my routine. So let's get started! ❤ As this is the beginning, I'm going back a lot farther than just 7 days for this post, all the way back to March 30. We were still in the start of quarantine and to be quite honest… Continue reading My Birthday in Quarantine, Spring Reading, and Lots of Baking and Yummy Food
Theatre Westminster Presents Hamlet
Originally published on May 3, 2019 in The Holcad Student Newspaper. Opening May 2, Theatre Westminster will present the epic thriller “Hamlet.” Directed by Lester Malizia and dramatized by senior theatre major Kyle DePasquale, this infamous play will be performed for the first time in Westminster College’s history. You can catch the show Thursday, Friday… Continue reading Theatre Westminster Presents Hamlet
Review: “A Star is Born”
Originally published on April 12, 2019 in The Holcad Student Newspaper. Last weekend, CPC hosted "A Star Is Born" in Mueller Theater. The film, released in October 2018, was a box office success, but I hadn’t been able to watch it until this past weekend. Since it was my first time viewing, I thought it… Continue reading Review: “A Star is Born”
Controversy Over Theatre Westminster’s SNL Performance
Originally published on April 5, 2019 in The Holcad Student Newspaper. On March 23, 2019, Theatre Westminster hosted a student-led SNL show based on the popular TV show "Saturday Night Live." A live video was posted on their Facebook page, and, judging by the consistent laughter, one would assume that this event was a success.… Continue reading Controversy Over Theatre Westminster’s SNL Performance
Foster Art Gallery Presents Senior Capstone Exhibition
Originally published on March 1, 2019 in The Holcad Student Newspaper. Senior Fine Art majors Kailey Liverman and Elisabetta Pontillo are currently showcasing their capstone projects in Patterson Hall’s Foster Art Gallery. The exhibition will last until March 20 and includes Liverman’s watercolor and ink series, “Growth & Healing: Disassociated,” as well as 5 sculpture… Continue reading Foster Art Gallery Presents Senior Capstone Exhibition
“Crazy Rich Asians” in Mueller Theater
Originally published on February 15, 2019 in The Holcad Student Newspaper. This weekend, February 15-17, “Crazy Rich Asians” will play as the CPC Movie in Mueller Theater. Released in August 2018, “Crazy Rich Asians” is a contemporary romantic comedy which follows Rachel Chu (Constance Wu) as she meets the family of Nick Young (Henry Golding)… Continue reading “Crazy Rich Asians” in Mueller Theater
Beer and People: The Chemistry We All Want To Learn About
Originally published on February 1, 2019 in The Holcad Student Newspaper. On February 7 from 7:00-8:00 p.m., the second Titan Talk of the semester will be held at the Hop Asylum Brewery on 138 South Market Street. Dr. Pete Smith and Dr. Sherri Pataki are the guest speakers for the night, and their sessions will… Continue reading Beer and People: The Chemistry We All Want To Learn About
