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On Campus November 5, 2008

Outdoor Club initiates recycling

By Julie Hirshan | gargoyle@flagler.edu

The Outdoors Club, despite being a relatively new group on campus, has already made a big impact on the Flagler College community by starting a recycling program.

Established during the 2006-2007 academic year, the Outdoors Club was a student-led initiative to encourage students to spend more time doing activities outside. The president of the group, Missy Kafel, promotes the importance of living “a more eco-conscience lifestyle.” Kafel, a senior majoring in sociology and a minoring in anthropology, had the support and help of natural science Professor Barbara Blonder to start the group.

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On Campus November 5, 2008

Phi Alpha Omega raises for cure

By Kelsey Flynn | gargoyle@flagler.edu
Photo contributed by Phi Alpha Omega

PHOTO CAPTION: Phi Alpha Omega at golf tournament for Susan G. Komen Foundation benefiting Breast Cancer.

Stephanie Seltzer, and the rest of the women from Phi Alpha Omega, have recently raised close to $400 for the Susan G. Komen Foundation.

Every year during October, Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the club hosts a donation booth in support of breast cancer research. “The club booth was a great opportunity to reach out to the students about breast cancer awareness month and to raise money for a great organization,” said Seltzer. According to Phi Alpha Omega, the goal of the booth is to raise money to support the foundation, and to raise awareness with students.

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On Campus November 5, 2008

Särkiö provides global perspective

Com professor to speak on Finland and Nordic welfare

By Abby Sessock | gargoyle@flagler.edu

Communication professor Dr. Helena Särkiö will speak about how the Nordic Welfare System empowers women.

Särkiö will be presenting this lecture Nov. 11 at 10 a.m. in the Flagler Room, as part of the Flagler College Community Lecture Series. The 2008 series features a theme of “Global Perspectives.”

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On Campus November 5, 2008

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.

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Arts & Entertainment November 5, 2008

‘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.

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Arts & Entertainment November 5, 2008

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.

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Arts & Entertainment November 5, 2008

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.

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Arts & Entertainment November 5, 2008

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.

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Arts & Entertainment November 5, 2008

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.

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November 5, 2008

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.