2008 Woodie Awards
Bruff blues? Freshman fifteen? These issues shouldn't be a problem with this handy arcade guide: every restaurant on the list is a cheap and convenient option for getting your fill of all sorts of NOLA cuisine. Most restaurants are within walking distance of the freshman dorms, and for those nights when the thought of one more Bruff cereal buffet leaves you crying in the fetal position, hey, there's always delivery.
For the past four summers, Grant Park in downtown Chicago has hosted Lollapalooza, a three-day music festival. It has become one of the premier American music festivals, showcasing the world's best mainstream and independent rock music. Lollapalooza is the perfect opportunity for hipsters from Chicago and elsewhere to hear the hottest bands without having to rough it on a farm at Bonnaroo or endure the desert sun at Coachella.
Watching the Olympics seemed like the perfect way to get through the last days of summer before heading off to college. Sports I've never heard of, countries I had no idea existed, all in the comfort of my living room. I watched everything. Absolutely everything.
The new semester is right around the corner, and while much homework lies ahead, there is more fun to be had. To get away from the bustle of purchasing textbooks, moving into dorms and starting classes, explore the Crescent City through some of the following upcoming events.
Though born in California, guitarist John Butler now calls Australia home. He started his musical career as a busker, performing instrumental pieces on the streets of Perth, Australia, and has become one of Australia's most treasured artists. Most of his albums have reached platinum status on the charts down under and he has accumulated a large number of American fans.
Though born in California, guitarist John Butler now calls Australia home. He started his musical career as a busker, performing instrumental pieces on the streets of Perth, Australia, and has become one of Australia's most treasured artists. Most of his albums have reached platinum status on the charts down under and he has accumulated a large number of American fans.
