Stories

Flagler to bring ‘Other Words’

By Gargoyle Staff | gargoyle@flagler.edu

Flagler College’s Writers-in-Residence program will host the Florida Literary Arts Coalition’s fifth annual conference, “Other Words: A Conference of Literary Magazines, Independent Publishers and Writers,” Nov. 6 to Nov. 8.

The event will offer several free nighttime readings to the general public. In addition, more than 75 writers will contribute to daytime panels, receptions, book fairs, exclusive readings and other literary events that are available to registered participants and Flagler students, faculty and staff.


‘Gamma Rays’ on Flagler stage

Paul Zindel’s classic drama to be presented by Theatre Department

By Sarah Locke | gargoyle@flagler.edu
Photo by Mary Elizabeth Fair

PHOTO CAPTION: Flagler Theatre Arts students rehearse for their upcoming performances of “The Effect of Gamma Rays on Man-in-the-Moon Marigolds” beginning Nov. 13 on the Rahner-Gibbs Second Stage.

Flagler College’s Theatre Arts Department will present “The Effect of Gamma Rays on Man-in-the-Moon Marigolds” in November.

The play, written by Paul Zindel and directed for Flagler College by Thomas P. Rahner, is a lyrical drama that highlights the day-to-day life of a dysfunctional family.

Beatrice, a single mother, and her two daughters, Ruth and Tillie, face major struggles in getting along with one another while trying to find their different niches in life.


Rosa Loves celebrates two years

Local clothing company sells shirts and gives back to community

By Taylor Toothman | ttoothman@flagler.edu
Photo by Shaun Devine

PHOTO CAPTION: Local artist and Flagler graduate Ty Williams puts the finishing touches on his live-art piece at the Rosa Loves 2nd Anniversary Party at Café Eleven.

In just two short years, Flagler College alumnus Mike Fretto’s small idea has turned into a big reality.

During a 2005 trip to New Orleans shortly after Hurricane Katrina, Fretto felt an overwhelming need to help others after such and eye-opening event.

Instead of donating time and money to a charity, he wanted to do something that impacted people on a more personal level.

In October 2006, Rosa Loves was born. The concept is simple: clothing with a purpose.


Big Trunk Show to display local designs

By Taylor Toothman | ttoothman@flagler.edu

The third annual Big Trunk Show will be held Nov. 20 from 7 p.m. to 12 a.m. at Café Eleven.

More than 20 local designers will present their clothing, jewelry and accessory lines, including Bean Dip, Erin Healy Designs, PaperRoot and Indi Loves Harlie.

Films of professional fashion shows will be playing on the walls of the interior of the building and the entire room will be filled with racks and tables full of the designers’ unique creations.


Nights of Lights ushers in holiday season

By Sarah Locke | gargoyle@flagler.edu

From Nov. 22 to Jan. 31 this historic city will be spectacularly lit up by millions of bright white lights that leave residents and tourists alike dazzled.

Closer to Christmas, the plaza is lit up by luminaries, concerts are held and a Christmas parade takes place. Don’t miss the lighting ceremony on Nov. 22 at 6:30 p.m.

For more information, call (800) 653-2489 or visit www.nightsoflights.com.


Fall Arts and Crafts Festival

By Taylor Toothman | ttoothman@flagler.edu

The St. Augustine Art Association is hosting the semiannual Arts and Crafts Festival Nov. 29 and 30 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Francis Field on W. Castillo Drive.

The event features hundreds of artists who work in all mediums, from lace to limestone and crayons to crystal.

Admission is a $1 donation. Much of the proceeds will go to the non-profit Art Association.
For more information, e-mail staart@bellsouth.net.


CD Review: Landon Pigg

Coffee Shop EP

By Taylor Toothman | ttoothman@flagler.edu

Who is Landon Pigg? Ashton Kutcher’s body double? Maybe. My favorite artist of November? You betcha. If you’re looking for some quiet music to close your eyes and be introspective to in this chilly Fall season, you’ve found it. Enjoy.

Within thirty seconds of “Falling in Love in a Coffee Shop,” I guarantee you will be asking, “Where are you Landon Pigg? What coffee shop are you talking about? I’ll be right there!” His voice is so soothing and warm, I just want to snuggle up in it.


Surfing 101

Everything surfers need to know about surfing in St. Augustine

By Courtney Gaver | gargoyle@flagler.edu

You feel the board under your feet as you ride the wave in under the warm Florida sun, and then you wake up.

Okay, so you dream of becoming a surfer, but you don’t know where to begin. Well, you’re in the right place. St. Augustine is a great place for beginner surfers with its soft sand and calm waves.


Men’s soccer has winning season

With a 9-5-2 record, Saints look to strong showing in post-season

By Matthew Boyle | mboyle@flagler.edu
Photo by Matthew Boyle

PHOTO CAPTION: The Saints are winning again, and as the season ends, they’re aiming for a a playoff spot.

The Flagler College men’s soccer team is fighting for a playoff spot at the end of this season, but no spot is guaranteed regardless of their positive results this season.

Flagler College Athletics have no conference affiliation as of now, which makes reaching the playoffs difficult even with a winning season. Teams that are affiliated with a conference have a much more probable chance of reaching the playoffs as each conference guarantees one spot in the playoffs to a member.


Volleyball seniors say goodbye

Saints players graduate this year, leaving with great memories

PHOTO CAPTION: Four seniors will leave the Flagler volleyball team this year after another successful season.

By Kathy Novak | gargoyle@flagler.edu

As the volleyball season comes to a close, it is the last for some of our fellow Saints. With only five more contests left prior to the Div. II post-season contests, four seniors — Jessica Wedemyer, Sarah Spraggins, Kelly Boese and Leah Melton, with a combination of 36 years of experience — are pushing to finish out their last season as their best.

Although they have been pushed through a tough season, the ladies still have full confidence in themselves, and their fellow teammates to pull through.