Playlists
Just Beat It
They have me on a short leash here," Cedric Bixler says as he tugs on his microphone cord for extra slack.
Listings: Days/Halloween
Right Thurrrsdays With Lowbeezy 700 Club 700 N. Second Street Thu, 9 p.m., Free (215) 413-3181 Chingy, I salute you.
Meg Ryan fans need not apply
Over the course of my three years at Penn, I've been threatened with deportation twice, frisked three times -- not just checking my boots for box-cutters, but the full deal, burly mustachioed women and all -- and most recently, over Fall Break, denied entry into this land of the free/home of the brave by a smug U.S.
Groom your doggie
Average Penn Student, I know what you're thinking: where can I get my poodle groomed? Luckily, we here at Street have done the legwork for you.
The Wistar Institute
It's the time of year when mysteries, legends and myths run rampant. Spooky stories are great for around the campfire, but when mystery and myth surround an institute year round, rumors and legends become truths.
She's an indie rocker
Judging by all of the successful shows at the Troc, TLA, North Star and First Unitarian Church, it's obvious that indie rock is alive and well in Philadelphia.
Real meat doesn't cry
Quality sandwiches have a new home. Just a short walk from the bookstore, Nosh's is a typical Jewish deli specializing in sandwiches ranging from classic pastrami and roast beef to chicken and potato salad.
Red red whine
Rouge has definitely followed a recipe from the Urban Trendsetters Cookbook. Instructions for success: Open a pricey, Parisian-style bistro on the square of a charming, popular park, name it something French enough to be chic -- yet simple enough to pronounce -- and scatter dainty round tables throughout the establishment.
Review: Veronica Guerin
Veronica Guerin is a moderately effective flashback biography, worth seeing for Cate Blanchett's curious performance (one part fearlessness, two parts foolishness) as the titular expos‚ journalist. Guerin, Ireland's most recent martyr, jeopardized her family and lost her life for the cause of improved anti-drug legislation.
Street Goes Buggy
Philadelphia has some truly hidden treasures, and among them is the Insectarium. Started in 1992 by the good folks at Steve's Bug-Off, the Insectarium is Northeast Philadelphia's own paean to all things insect.
Swing Mi Fun
Who would have thought you could find Benny Goodman-style all-American swing classes hidden in the back room of a Chinese restaurant?
Where Are My Chucks?
Highly anticipated doesn't even begin to describe sentiment towards The Strokes' new album, Room On Fire. This being only their second effort, the hype that surrounds these five New Yorkers has been working harder than a crackhead on speed.
Dirty Jerz
E-Town Concrete epitomizes Jersey music - they've been perfecting their mix of hip-hop and metal since 1995, long before rap-rock hit mainstream.
From the Editor
While running to catch the subway in New York over fall break, I passed a woman wearing a shirt bearing the message I LOVE ME.
Mental Orgasm
Last week I went to my first orgy. From 8 to 10 p.m. I writhed to tribal music surrounded by men and women of all ages.
Head Over Heels
The first time I heard about Capoeira, one fitness instructor at Sweat Gym said that it was "fucking amazing." Well, let me tell you, it's fucking weird.
Hail to the Chief
1326 freshman made their voices heard. In the end, what were they shouting? "Andy Kaplan, let's see some ass." Andrew Kaplan is the recently voted President of the Class of '07, and he's not afraid to tackle the big questions, like "Who do you like more than a friend?" or "What will you do to save the babies?" So tell us your life story. I'm from Kansas.
Street Smarts
This week: DINERS Our top three picks are open all night, so you can dance into the early hours and still get your coffee and comfort food. CHEERS Melrose Diner 1501 Snyder Ave (215) 467 6644 Why?
Ecco is no Dolphin
Even from the sidewalk, Ecco Qui looks like a hit. The up-tempo music and the neon-pink entrance sign scream chic charismatic establishment instead of the usual white trash joint.
