If all you want from a movie is to be wowed by special effects, then look no further than Oblivion. With such an uninspired storyline, one would hope that the visual effects would be well done, and in that regard Oblivion doesn’t disappoint. The story goes that there was a tribe of aliens who blew [...] [...more]
Pancakes When you think breakfast, what’s the first food that comes to mind? Of course it’s pancakes. Served with a topping of mixed berries or maple syrup, pancakes are food for the soul. They’re quick, easy to make and will appease even the pickiest eaters. Smoothies Bananas, blueberries, blackberries, oh my. The varieties are endless; [...] [...more]
Students will have a chance to immerse themselves in the myths and legends for which Mexico is known. Students can experience pre-Hispanic culture on May 8 through storytelling, music and dance. The performance will be one hour of storytelling focusing on pre-Hispanic legends with a musical and theatrical accompaniment, explained Evelia Sandoval, the director of [...] [...more]
Defiance could be described as The Walking Dead meets Firefly meets Halo. Set in a dystopian Earth landscape, the show features a traveling veteran and his adopted alien daughter who stumble upon the ruins of St. Louis, Missouri, and the town of Defiance. The year is 2046. Earth was attacked by aliens and retaliated by [...] [...more]
Spinach A wise man once said, “I’m strong to the finish, cause I eats me spinach.” Packed with nutrients and antioxidants, this green, leafy super-food should be a staple in any garden. Spinach likes cooler months, so direct- seed in late April to early May. Add baby spinach leaves to a salad, or sauté larger [...] [...more]
“What is the face of self-mythologizing? What is comfort? Can the counterfeit be as effective as the real thing? Or is something like comfort simply defined by how we define ourselves?” These questions are better asked with paint, according to former Central Oregon Community College art students, Cara Thayer and Louie Van Patten. Thayer [...] [...more]
Hiking Hiking is the most widely available activity in Central Oregon. From short hikes along the Deschutes to extreme vertical hikes in the Tumalo Valley, this activity is for outdoor enthusiasts of all levels. For hikes entering the snow zone, make sure to bring a good pair of gaiters to keep your boots dry Wear [...] [...more]
Ads claimed it to be the “scariest movie you will ever see.” As long as audiences continue to equate graphic violence with horror, the recent remake of The Evil Dead may live up to that assessment. TriStar Pictures presents a new take on the cult classic that made Sam Raimi and Bruce Campbell names in [...] [...more]
It’s been over a decade since Luigi’s last starring role, but now he’s back and better than ever. Luigi’s Mansion: Dark Moon finds Mario’s overshadowed sibling donning his ghost-inhaling vacuum once more to restore peace to Evershade Valley. When King Boo shatters an artifact known as the Dark Moon, Luigi is called upon by the [...] [...more]
If you’re into pop music posing as “eclectic,” then you might have heard of the band Eclectic Approach. However, their mediocre sound and trendy look makes them difficult to distinguish from any other boy band. Unfortunately there is nothing eclectic about their repetitive hooks and interchangeable lyrics. Eclectic Approach claims their goal is to get [...] [...more]
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