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autumn09
a magazine written for and by the bay area youth
staffeditor-in-chief T.T. TU
associate editor LYKA SETHI
thinkKELSEY DANGMAGGIE LINJACKIE BARR
T.T. TU
listenJONATHAN VUTARA FATEMI
eatMAGGIE LINALICIA LEE
ANNIE SHUEY
watchBRIAN KIM
MANSI PATHAKPAULA JUNG
JONATHAN VU
travelCATHERINE WANG
TIFFANY HU
goANNIE LEE
wearLYKA SETHITIFFANY MO
readMARY MYKHAYLOVA
KRISHA YADAV-RANJAN
greenKELSEY DANGJENNY HEATH
designT.T. TU
TARA FATEMI
advertiseTIFFANY MO
photographPAULA JUNGALTON SUN
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editor’s thoughts
SAME DIFFERENCE I’m just going to say that sometimes, only sometimes, I may confuse
my left with my right and vice versa. I don’t know why I still do not know
the difference AT TIMES; maybe I was absent that day in preschool when
they were teaching the concept or maybe my parents didn’t feel it was
necessary to stress the difference to me. I mean it’s probably not a big deal
right? Okay, the truth is, YES it is okay to be slightly forgetful of the exact
direction we are going when we’re in elementary school, but as we get older
and are given certain responsibilities like--let’s say--being the map reader on
trips, that’s when things get a little complicated.
Don’t get me wrong; I’m actually pretty good at the directions
themselves. If I were to go from point A to point B, I could get there easily.
It’s the giving of the directions that kind of messes me up, SOMETIMES. It’s
tough, okay? I mean, it’s a pressured situation and people are screaming to
you, “What’s the next street we turn at?” and you panic and you just point
left in the direction you want them to turn and you yell, “Make a right at
Powell Street…”
Whoops. My…bad? And don’t start telling me to use the whole hand
rule where you make an “L” with your left hand. It makes sense in theory,
but then sometimes I end up confusing the backwards “L” for the real “L”,
and that’s no good. Now you’re probably telling me to use the method
where I think of the hand that I write with (which is the right one if you’re
wondering), but even then, you’ll see me trying to imagine myself writing
with the left hand. It’s an endless goose chase.
Let’s not forget though, I said SOMETIMES, I confuse these two
tricky directions. On my driving test, I knew exactly where I was going and
I passed. So there you go; I’m getting better! I think it’s because at the
time, I was really focusing on the road and I could thoroughly process
the directions in my head. So maybe, the secret to my success includes
thinking! Oh well, I’ll figure it out, eventually.
So the next time you’re in the car with me and you need me to tell
you how to get to the supermarket or wherever, just remember, there’s a
50% chance that it’s left and a 50% chance that I’m right.
Not a big deal,
T.T. TuEditor-in-Chief & Founder
W With all the hype surrounding “going green,” anyone who doesn’t live in a hole
knows what a carbon footprint is. But what about a “water footprint”? Among the
many tips for reducing our impact on the planet, we hear that using less water is a
very important one. Water is a natural resource essential for life to exist. It makes up
approximately 65% of our bodies and covers about 70% of the Earth’s surface. So
if water exists in such abundance, why does it need to be conserved? Unfortunately,
97% of all water on Earth is salt water, which is unsuitable for drinking. Therefore,
we must rely on the measly 3% for everything from showering to watering crops. Our
water supply is finite, which means that we only have what exists now, no more and
no less. Yet despite this limited supply, we continue to use copious amounts watering
our lawns, flushing our toilets, and taking long showers. And even though this may
seem like a lot, household water only makes up 6% of the water we use, according to
Mother Jones magazine. That’s right: the other 94% is used elsewhere, and many of
us don’t even realize it. This water consumption is a result of the products we buy.
Almost everything we own, especially things that are manufactured, has a
“water footprint.” If it’s processed at all, it most likely needed some H2O along the
way. For example, if you stop by Starbucks in the morning, you might as well flush
the toilet ten times because that latte contains over fifty gallons of water! Though
all of that doesn’t fit in the cup, it was used for growing the coffee beans, raising a
cow for milk, growing and processing the sugar, and producing the paper cup, plastic
lid, and cardboard sleeve. Now it’s not a crime to drink coffee, so if you can’t live
without your morning fix of caffeine, try bringing a reusable mug. That simple switch
will tremendously cut down the amount of water needed, and many cafés, including
Starbucks, will give you a discount for it!
Not a coffee drinker? Even a common cotton T-shirt contains over 700 gallons
of water! This by no means suggests that you should stop wearing clothes, but in the
future a better choice might be organic cotton. The alternative uses much less water
because of the absence of pesticides and is very affordable these days. In fact, Wal-
Mart is one of the world’s biggest sellers of organic cotton.
So even though it is inevitable that we will need water in our daily lives, it can
be conserved in numerous ways. With 20% of the world’s population lacking access
to safe drinking water, we should do our best to preserve our small supply of the most
important substance on Earth. Every little drop counts.
(Sources: Yahoo!, The Wall Street Journal)
by JENNY HEATH
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by JONATHAN VU & TARA FATEMI
Regina SpektorFri, 10/30/09Fox Theater - OaklandJamie Foxx
Fri, 10/10/09Sleep Train Pavillion - Concord
The Airborne Toxic EventMon, 11/02/09Fillmore - San Francisco
David CookTue, 09/08/09Fillmore - San Francisco
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JOHN LEGENDSun, 09/06/09Greek Theatre-U.C. Berkeley
P!NKThu, 09/17/09HP Pavilion At San Jose
ARCTIC MONKEYSWed, 09/16/09Fox Theater - Oakland
BLINK-182 WITH WEEZERSun, 09/13/09Shoreline Amphitheatre - Mountain View
PAOLO NUTINISat, 09/12/09Fox Theater - Oakland
THE KILLERSSat, 09/12/09Shoreline Amphitheatre- Mountain View
NE-YO Fri, 09/11/09San Jose Center for the Performing Arts
SHERYL CROWWed, 09/02/09-9/03Mountain Winery - Saratoga
CITIZEN COPEFri, 09/18/09-9/19Fillmore - San Francisco
PITBULLWed, 09/23/09The Regency Ballroom - San Francisco
HANSON AND HELLOGOODBYEThu, 11/05/09The Regency Ballroom - San Francisco
THE AIRBORNE TOXIC EVENTMon, 11/02/09Fillmore - San Francisco
SNOW PATROLFri, 10/16/09Fox Theater - Oakland
JAMIE FOXXFri, 10/10/09Sleep Train Pavillion - Concord
AIMEE MANNSat, 10/03/09Rio Theatre - Santa Cruz
BON IVERThu, 09/24/09Fox Theater - Oakland
MAT KEARNEYThu, 11/05/09Fillmore - San Francisco
NICKELBACKTue, 09/01/09Shorline Amphitheatre - Mountain View
DAVID COOKTue, 09/08/09Fillmore - San Francisco
YEAH YEAH YEAHSWed, 09/09/09FoxTheater - Oakland
PARAMOREFri, 10/02/09Warfield - San Francisco
TREASURE ISLAND MUSIC FESTIVALSun, 10/18/09Treasure Island - San Francisco
REGINA SPEKTORFri, 10/30/09Fox Theater - Oakland
Regina SpektorFri, 10/30/09Fox Theater - Oakland
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CHANNEL 104.9 PRESENTS: THE BIG SHOWSat, 09/19/09 San Jose State Event Center Arena
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MEIKO
GENRE: Adult Alternative, Indie pop, Folk
GREAT FOR: Waking up, a mood booster
NOTABLE SONG: “Boys With Girlfriends”
ORIGIN: Georgia, U.S.
INFLUENCED BY: Cranberries, Fiona Apple, Indigo Girls
SOUNDS LIKE: Ingrid Michaelson, Amos Lee, Erin McCarley
BON IVER
GENRE: Indie Rock, Folk
GREAT FOR: Relaxing at the end of the day
NOTABLE SONG: “Skinny Love, Blood Bank”
ORIGIN: Wisconsin, U.S.
SOUNDS LIKE: the Flaming Lips, Coldplay, iron & Wine
MEMBERS: Justin Vernon, Michael Noyce, Sean Carey, and Matthew McCaughan
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Many great artists of our time have created their best work in refuge, away from the pressures of society. And three years ago, Justin Vernon, front man of Bon Iver (a play on the French phrase bon hiver, meaning “good winter”), did just that. “Running away” from the troubles he’d encountered after breaking up with his girlfriend and the band he’d grown up with, Vernon sought salvation in a cabin in Northwestern Wisconsin. There, he began writing his debut album, For Emma, Forever Ago, which is infused with the Thoreau-esque theme of romanticizing nature. This year, Vernon released an EP titled Blood Bank, which was ranked #16 on the Billboard charts. Vernon’s raw instrumentals, along with his unique vocals and poetic lyrics, make for a brilliant sound.
Meiko (pronounced MEE-ko) waited tables for years before she was able to independently release her self-titled album. Finally landing a job at L.A.’s Hotel California, a birthplace for many successful singers and songwriters, Meiko began her path to success. The main perk of being hired by the hotel lies in the opportunity to fill in for cancelled performances. After several of these performances, Meiko was given the chance to play at the Sundance Film Festival where she was dubbed “a big success story.” After initially releasing her album, her own label, Lucky Ear Music, joined forces with MySpace Records/DGC to re-release an edited version of the record. This release did incredibly well on the iTunes Top 100 Albums chart in 2008.
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AUTUMN ALBUMS
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FROM LEFT TO RIGHT: Whitney Houston - I Look To You - 09/01; Boys Like Girls - Love Drunk - 09/08; Jay-Z
- The Blueprint 3 - 09/11; Muse - The Resistance - 09/14; Beastie Boys - Hot Sauce Committee, Pt 1 - 09/15;
Mika - The Boy Who Knew Too Much - 09/21; Sean Kingston - Tomorrow - 09/22; AFI - Crash Love - 09/29;
Madonna - Celebration - 09/29; Mariah Carey - Memoirs of an Imperfect Angel - 09/29; Paramore - Brand New
Eyes - 09/29; Shakira - She Wolf - 10/06; Wolfmother - Cosmic Egg - 10/13; Flight of the Conchords - I Told
You I Was Freaky - 10/20; Creed - Full Circle - 10/27; Switchfoot - Hello Hurricane - 11/10
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Run or walk 5k through California’s Great America and into Bubba Gump for lunch and enjoy the rest of the day at the amusement park for free on Sunday, Sept.20th at 8am! Sign up online and purchase your tickets be-fore Sept. 18th to get a receipt — your ticket to free admission at the park and free parking for the day! Tickets are $25 if you are 17 and under and $35 for adults.
This Nov. 18 you can witness the “So You Think You Can Dance” Tour at the HP Pavilion. Tickets cost $38-56.
Visit the Montalvo Arts Center on Oct. 17 at 6pm to watch Saratoga High Alum Vienna Tang perform in her very own concert. Vienna Tang has released two albums and has landed on Billboard album charts. One of her albums has also been featured as the No. 2 best seller on Amazon. Tickets are from $27 to $35 and can be purchased at http://www.montalvoarts.org/events/v_teng/
Looking for great bargains and cool interest-ing trinkets? Head to Cupertino on September 26 and 27 from 9am to 4pm for the citywide garage sale.
St. Mary’s School is hosting a good old-fash-ioned country fair on Friday, Oct. 9 from 5pm to 10pm. Complete with carnival rides, a pet-ting zoo, BBQ food, and many more, this free event will be sure to liven up your Friday night.
Bubba Gump Shrimp Company’s Run Forrest Run 5k at Great America
“So You Think You Can Dance” Tour
Vienna Tang Concert
Cupertino City-Wide Garage Sale
St. Mary’s Country Fair
EVENTSby ANNIE LEE
WHERE AM I?Think you know your Bay Area? Well here’s your chance
to show off how skilled you are at identifying places. For
each issue, I will be out and about throughout the bay
looking for cool and interesting spots to take a snapshot
at. Then, I’ll put the picture in the magazine and all you
have to do is guess where I am. Try to be as specific as
possible. (Don’t say, “Uh, T.T. is in the Bay Area) The
winner will get his/her name posted in the next issue
and will also receive a special prize from us, here at Bay
Magazine. Send your responses either to our email,
[email protected] or answer directly on our
website, www.baymagazine.org. Good luck and I hope to
see you out and about, getting to know your Bay Area a
little better. :]
Happy Travels,
T.T. Tu
EVENTS
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halloween hauntsby ANNIE LEE
Looking for somewhere fun and cheap
to go for Halloween? Stop by The DC
Cemetery on Oct 31st Halloween night.
This haunted attraction is free and is
sure to scare from 6-11pm. Visit www.
dc-cemetery.com for more information.
DC CEMETERY SHOW IN MOUNTAIN VIEW
WINCHESTER MYSTERY HOUSE FLASHLIGHT TOURS
As if the story of the Winchester
Mystery House wasn’t freaky enough,
the House will be giving 65 minute
flashlight tours on various weekends
in October including Halloween night.
Order your tickets online for $45.
HALLOWEEN HAUNT AT GREAT AMERICASpend your weekend at Great America’s
Halloween Haunt. This event is open from 7pm
to midnight Fridays and Saturdays during the
month of October. Halloween Haunt consists
of 5 scary mazes, 4 scare zones, a themed
attraction, plus much more including access
to all of the parks thrilling rides. Visit www.
cagreatamerica.com for more information.
PIRATES OF EMERSONVoted Top 13 Haunts in the nation and Northern
California’s Premier Haunted attraction, Pirates
of Emerson is a must-go. This Halloween haunt
is located on Warmsprings Blvd. in Fremont
and is open for the majority of the second
half of October and on Halloween night from
7pm-12am. Pirates of Emerson offers what
they guarantee to be an “extremely frightening
adventure”. This attraction is not recommended
for kids 13 and under. Tickets can be purchased
for $20 at www.piratesofemerson.com.
Tired of trick-or-treating year after year with a bedsheet over your head? Check out these halloween haunts for something scary, fun, and unforgettable.
WHERE AM I?
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Why isn’t there an Asian History Month?
Asians have history to celebrate as well, so there’s
no reason that there should be a Black History
Month and no Asian History Month. Asian people
deserve a month too! And for that matter, doesn’t
every race?
Naturally, I “googled” to see if there was
in fact a month dedicated to Asians, just to
make sure I wasn’t being uninformed. Turns out
I was, because May is apparently Asian/ Pacific
American History Month.
To give a brief overview, Asian/Pacific
American History Month was enacted in 1992 to
honor achievements and contributions of Asians
and Pacific Americans (APA). Today, we have a
celebatory month due to Chinese-American Jeanie
Jew’s efforts in the 1970s. Jew said, “[APA] were
excluded from those stories during celebrations
of the country’s bicentennial. We were literally
ignored even though we were part of building this
country.”
For all her efforts, May was chosen
to celebrate the arrival of the first Japanese
immigrants and Golden Spike Day, the day the
transcontinental railroad was completed. Also,
students were allowed to choose to learn about
APA history if it interested them.
Despite the fact that learning about
APA history seems like a good idea and that
this nationally recognized month has been in
effect since 1992 (the year I was born), I don’t
remember ever learning about APA history. In
February, I remember learning about famous
Africans, yet when May rolled around, no one. I
decided to give myself a lesson in APA history
and just from a few sites, I learned about amazing
people like I.M. Pei, a renowned architect; Dr.
Feng Shan Ho, an unknown hero of the Holocaust
who issued Jews visas to China; and last but
certainly not least, Dr. David Ho, a leader in HIV/
AIDS research who developed antiviral “cocktails”
for treatment.
Unfortunately, the only racial History
Month I ever remember being educated about in
school was Black History Month, and although
blacks have certainly had more than their share
of struggle, every race and culture has struggled
as well. It’s a shame that growing up, my only
notable Asian role models were the renowned
Michelle Kwan, Amy Tan, and Li-Young Lee, while
there are obviously so many others who are also,
if not more, that were worthy of attention.
All in all, a little research never hurt
anyone, and what I learned was eye-opening.
Come May, you can bet I’ll be showing my APA
pride, but for now I’m satisfied that a month for
Asian/ Pacific Americans even exists. In fact,
everyone should find out what during month their
culture is officially celebrated because it’s time
for us to get educated about the people of our
own race, and if our schools aren’t going to, then
we’ll just have to take matters into our own hands.
by MAGGIE LIN
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by MAGGIE LIN
At first glance, the Asian side of me is fairly well-hidden to the average person. Why? I have big eyes. Not only that, but I have brown hair, and the ever-elusive double eyelid fold. I have none of the traits of the stereotypical Asian person. In essence, I look white. Looks mean nothing, though, because I have come to identify with my Asian heritage a great deal more than my European side despite what people might assume. For instance, in Cupertino, there is a Chinese restaurant called Hong Fu where the tables are divided by chopstick-only place settings and fork place settings (for the chopstick-challenged). The hostess always takes one look at my sister and me and seats us at a fork table. Ironically, I have been using chopsticks since the age of three. Additionally, the diverse Bay Area culture
that I live in has helped me to associate more with my Asian side. I attend Monta Vista High School, a campus with an approximately 70 percent Asian population (not that I mind). In fact, when I travel to places without Asian as the prevailing makeup, I almost feel out of place: I am used to seeing Asian people everywhere I go. It is very comfortable for me but, when I travel, even though I blend in, it is simply not as comfortable (and I miss the quality Asian food!) My mother is half Chinese and half Japanese. She is also the Barr family chef. At my house we eat an array of different foods. In any given week she might make Chinese chow mien, Japanese udon noodles, or some good ol’ pizza. The variety of backgrounds floating around my house has led to a wide array of food choices.
To a certain extent I feel like there is no Caucasian culture for me to adapt and relate to. Perhaps it is because the white side of me is even more mixed than my Asian side. Whenever I ask my dad what his ethnic make-up is, he always replies with a laundry list: “Irish, Dutch, Welsh, German, and maybe a few other things...” There are so many traditions from each culture but they are left uncelebrated in my house. My dad has never really felt the need to honor those traditions because his parents didn’t honor any of the traditions either. Sometimes I wonder what it would be like to grow up being all white or all Asian and whether I would have turned out differently. But I love being a happa, a halfie, a wasian or whichever label you choose, and I wouldn’t have it any other way.
cauc[asian]by JACKIE BARR
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by T.T. TU & LYKA SETHI
DISCLAIMER: We are not affiliated with any sort of college or admissions counselor. These are just the suggestions and tips of some of the BAY’s graduated seniors.
As we all move forward into the 2009 school year, we step into a realm of new beginnings. For some, it’s just “another year” but for others, it’s a step onto a beaten and war-ridden path that has known ghouls, monsters, and fiends. This step is one that I like to call The Senior Scramble and it is the first step towards that final fight towards the Holy Grail, better known as graduation. But for those of us that have a couple more years under our belts, don’t take this matter lightly. Eventually, you too will have to face the wrath of the scramble. Okay, so maybe I’m emphasizing too much on the grandeur and fantasy of it all, but honestly, there is nothing to be afraid of. Yes, I know that these silly papers and online documents are the keys to your future and success and yes, I know that these notions make the task daunting. But, in the process of telling your story to others, you have the opportunity to figure yourself out and get to know a side of yourself that you may have never met. FICTION says that this will be the most stressful time during your high school career but FACT says it doesn’t have to be.
PHOTO COURTESY OF PRINCETON UNIVERSITY
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HELPFUL MAC TIP:
IF YOU ARE USING THE SAFARI INTERNET BROWSER, YOU WILL
PROBABLY FIND DIFFICULTY PASTING IN YOUR COLLEGE ESSAY
INTO THE “ESSAY BOX” ON THE COMMON APPLICATION. USE
MOZILLA FIREFOX OR INTERNET EXPLORER TO MAKE YOUR
LIFE EASIER. YOU WILL BE ABLE TO SUCCESSFULLY PASTE IN
YOUR ESSAY WITHOUT ANY PROBLEMS.
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The actual application is not that hard to comprehend but it is extremely tedious. You may read this section and tell me, “This is all common sense…” Well, let me tell you something: it doesn’t hurt to read it again! First and foremost, always remember to save your application. I don’t know how many times I’ve had to enter and re-enter my parent’s college information because my application had decided that I was taking too long and saw it fit to personally sign me out. This, however, does not give you the right to speed through the important administrative business. The application always gives you that option to save your work so just remember to press “save” after every four to five inputs. Something else that was kind of annoying was inputting extra-curricular activities. The application will ask you to list your activity, describe it, and state how many hours per week and weeks per year you have dedicated to the activity. For the description boxes, they restrict the number of characters you can use to put in the boxes. I would advise writing down the descriptions before inputting the information so you don’t have to waste time thinking of shorter words because you’re over the character limit. In terms of your time and commitment to the activity, here are some good things to remember: there are 52 weeks in a year, approximately 26 weeks in a school year without breaks, 32 with breaks, and about 10 weeks of summer. Of course, no one is going to penalize you for accidentally putting a week more or a week less but try to be as honest as possible. Lastly, the application allows a section for awards and honors. Don’t worry too much if you can’t fill up this section. Colleges like to see awards of course, but it isn’t the end of the world if you haven’t received any. That’s about it for the actual application; just remember, take it slow and don’t make mistakes. This is probably the first thing they will look at and first impressions make the world of difference.
So here we are: the essay. After first getting an impression of you from your application, the admissions officers will rely on your essay to try and figure out the person behind the application. Breathe; even though this is super important and it may make you want to pull your hair out, you will be fine. The bottom line is to just be yourself. An important thing to remember with your essays is to understand the fine line between sharing your accomplishments and boasting. The best way to portray yourself is to show what you’ve done as a high schooler and how you plan on using your experiences in the future, whether its during your college years or beyond. For example, you should never waste an entire essay rambling about how volunteering in Peru made you a better person. Instead, mention your trip to Peru and how it sparked your passion for helping others that you’d like to pursue in the future. Avoid highly personal topics that are based on chance, such as a relative’s death or other family issues. Although you feel that an experience like this had a great effect on your future goals, it probably isn’t a good topic to center a college essay on. Overall, though the prompts may be corny and you may feel uncomfortable writing so much about yourself, the essay portion CAN make or break your application. So think carefully, get started early, and, again, be yourself!
It’s always a good idea to familiarize yourself with a college before you decide to apply to it. Some people choose to plan college visits, which can be effective but costly. Also, they usually aren’t worth it unless you have no idea what the campus is like. There are equally effective ways to have your questions answered and to receive informational materials about the college. Your high school’s college and career center will most likely host panels with representatives from different schools, where you can ask any questions you have. Sign up to attend these panels in advance so you can be sure to get a spot. You can also communicate with people who go to the school through online forums, you can talk to your guidance counselor, or you can simply browse the college’s website--there’s usually a lot of useful information hidden there.
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It’s not everyday that someone invites you to the “Teen Choice Awards”, so when one
of my friends asked me to go, I think I might have said yes after just hearing the words,
“Teen Choice…” Why wouldn’t I go? I am proud to say that I am an avid lover of pop culture
and almost everything to do with it under the hot, tween sun.
When the day finally arrived, we wanted to make sure not to miss a thing, so we
left Orange County (where I was staying) at 1. After battling L.A traffic and getting lunch,
we came fashionably early at 4, only to find that the red carpet was empty… The security
guards told us that the stars had already walked the carpet and were inside. Funny he
should say that because I think after we were seated in our nosebleed seats, we saw them
file in one by one from a side door.
After waiting a bit, the director asked for seat-fillers in the front of the amphitheatre,
and as much as I loved sitting in the back, I was more than happy to volunteer.
Unfortunately, I couldn’t sit next to A-List people on the couches, so instead, I got seated
next to up-and-coming acts like Honor Society, the Wonder Girls, and the cast of Glee.
Because the awards were not broadcasted live, there were some moments that were
edited out before the show was aired. For instance, one of the omitted incidents was when
Dane Cook singled out Vanessa Hudgens in the audience. Hearing her name, she flailed her
arms with excitement until Dane Cook dropped the bomb. Cook announced to the entire
audience, referring to Hudgens’ previous nude picture scandal, “Girl, you gots to keep yo’
clothes on! Phones are for phone calls, girl!” Whoa there, last time I checked, this was the
“Teen Choice Awards” not “True Hollywood Story.” Unfortunately, unforgettable moments
such as this one were only available live at the show, or via poor quality on YouTube.
But the antics didn’t end there. The Jonas Brothers got tattoos and haircuts and
gave hugs; Miley Cyrus showed teens how to really “party in the U.S.A” with her suggestive
pole dancing; and the Black Eyed Peas performed “I Gotta Feeling” while balancing on
surfboards. Sean Kingston showed off his Jamaican heritage and had us twirl Jamaican
flags above our heads while he bobbed back and forth on stage, performing “Fire Burning.”
The highlight of the awards was when Miley Cyrus presented the “Ultimate Choice Award”
to Britney Spears. Spears received the well-deserved award as recognition for all of her
accomplishments, including being the first artist to win a “Teen Choice Award” back when
the awards were introduced in 1999. It was indeed a special moment in the show, and I’m
sure both viewers and attendees would agree.
I wanted to partake in something teen-exclusive and what better way to do that than
at the TCA’s. I was happy just to be there and to be a part of something that I had enjoyed
within the comforts of my couch for so many years. Now as my days as a teen come to an
end, I’m looking forward to the future and hopefully, it includes Oscars and Grammy’s.
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Tim Burton returns to produce the
latest action-packed adventure: 9, one
of the first CGI movies to receive a
PG-13 rating. When a scientist builds a
synthetic brain, it sparks the beginning
of social unrest and eventually the end
of mankind. All that’s left is a group
of robotic creatures (dressed in what
seem to resemble potato sacks) who are
identified by their given numbers. “9”
(voiced by Elijah Woods) finds himself
relying on his bravery and leadership to
direct the group to help save humanity.
While showcasing a stunning visual
brilliance, the trailer reveals a post-
apocalyptic world that hints at what our
world could look like in the future. This
is surely one of the most original films
that will capture the audience with its
action and thrill.
A Sundance Film Festival 2009 selection
and a one-of-a-kind documentary, The
September Issue follows a legend of
the fashion world, Vogue Editor Anna
Wintour, as she sets out to publish the
year’s most vital issue—the September
issue. One in 10 women will receive
the September issue of Vogue this fall,
and the 2007 September issue was
the largest magazine ever published,
weighing over four pounds. Filmmaker
R.J. Cutler reveals a world of fashion
never seen before. The film follows the
quirky and passionate Wintour through
her days filled with designers, models,
photo shoots, and business meetings.
It gives fashion followers all over the
world the most intimate behind-the-
scenes look into the stress and glamour
of Wintour’s 20-year legacy. The movie
will leave viewers everywhere with a new
appreciation for the valued magazine
and the woman behind it all.
In a world where people can only
tell the truth, a writer discovers the
manipulating act of lying. Ricky
Gervais directs himself in his own
movie as Mark, who uses his new-
found knowledge for his own personal
gain. With supporting cast members
Jennifer Garner, Tina Fey, and Jonah
Hill, The Invention of Lying brings to the
audience’s attention that artificial power
and superiority may not be all that
great.
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In hopes of saving their marriage,
Couples Retreat involves one couple
that races to a tropical paradise, but
not without involving their friends.
Along with them come three other
couples, who don’t quite understand
that participation for salvaging their
relationship through therapy sessions
is required in order to stay on the
resort. Vince Vaughn along with Malin
Akerman, Jon Favreau, Kristin Davis,
Jason Bateman, Kristen Bell, Faizon
Love, and Kali Hawk perform in a light-
hearted comedy that will bring laughs
to viewers.
At first, New York, I Love You might
seem like a banal love story set in
the heart of New York City; however,
with a star-studded cast and over ten
renowned directors from every corner
of the world, this movie is set up for
success. The film is a collection of
eleven vignettes, each about ten minutes
long. Every scene takes a look into a
different character’s life in his or her
niche of the city through a star-studded
cast of Shia LeBeouf, Orlando Bloom,
Natalie Portman, Christina Ricci, Blake
Lively, Irrfan Khan, Maggie Q, and more.
Though by the same producers of Paris,
Je T’aime (2006), New York, I Love You
is not a sequel; it does, however, follow
the same theme of finding love in a
culturally diverse city. New York, I Love
You is bound to appeal to people from
every background and all ages, for it
embodies genuine relationships found in
the diverse lifestyles of NYC.
No, it’s not Christmas Eve yet. While it
may be a little early to be putting up the
Christmas lights, it is never too early to
get hyped up over A Christmas Carol, the
animated movie. With Jim Carey playing
Ebenezer Scrooge and the Ghosts
of Christmas Past, Charles Dickens’
timeless story comes back to life just in
time for Christmas. A Christmas Carol
is a story of an old, grumpy man who
meets the Ghosts of Past, Present, and
Yet-to-Come. With their lessons, the
Ghosts bring warmth to Scrooge and his
home just in time for Christmas. A great
movie to catch during the seasons—
releasing November 6—A Christmas
Carol will be available as both a 3D film
and in IMAX theaters.
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Last May, Ryan Murphy’s upcoming series, “Glee,” landed on FOX as a one-hit wonder, claiming
its stake in the Fall series lineup. The show’s pilot episode made its mark on the blogosphere and
twitterverse, turned the stomachs of Disney’s High School Musical (HSM) fans, and dominated
the iTunes Top 100 within a day of its premiere. However, the show bounced into the living rooms
of millions of viewers and quickly bounced back out, leaving new-found “Gleeks” hanging by the
fingertips for five months for episode two.
But now that the wait is soon to be over, how many Gleeks are still hanging on? If you’re like me,
you’ve been waiting for the rest of the season for far too long. HSM was never my cup of tea, mostly
because it got high school all wrong. “Glee,” on the other hand, hit the nail on the head with teenage
stereotypes, which is where it won my vote. While the show still maintains a level of optimism with
its lead character, a teacher hoping to revive an abandoned high school glee club, it earns its best
remarks with its snide and unsubtle attacks on cliches. It’s as if the producers dropped the show into
a bucket of sarcasm. And it’s a plus that the soundtrack strikes each of its tracks with a twist off of
the originals like Amy Winehouse’s “Rehab” and Katy Perry’s “I Kissed a Girl.”
For those who haven’t caught on to the high school parody hype, the pilot episode is available
for instant streaming on Hulu.com. And if the first episode is of any forecast for what the entire series
will be like, everyone should be tuning into FOX on Wednesdays at 9PM, starting Sept. 9, for a show
that will have at least a handful of Gleeks standing on their seats, singing along to Journey’s “Don’t
Stop Believin’.”
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Some things never
go out of style, like sailors
singing love songs and nurses
falling madly in love with
plantation owners during
World War II. The Pulitzer
Prize and ten Tony award-
winning South Pacific has
made its way back onto the
stage—this time, in San
Francisco’s Golden Gate
Theatre. South Pacific opened
on Broadway in 1949 and
ran for over five years; it still
holds the title as the fifth
longest-running show in all of
Broadway history. Following
its Broadway opening, South
Pacific has toured all over the
country and the UK.
For those unfamiliar to the
story, South Pacific is set
during WWII, but it is far
from a typical war story.
Nellie Forbush, a nurse from
Arkansas, falls in love with
French plantation owner
Emile de Becque. Upon
their engagement, Emile
introduces Nellie to his two
illegitimate children from
his previous Polynesian
wife. Nellie, being very
racially biased, struggles
to accept Emile’s marriage
proposal. Meanwhile, a
group of American sailors
look for women to relieve
their boredom. They are
invited to Bali Ha’i, a native
and forbidden island, where
Lieutenant Joe Cable meets
the love of his life.
The 2009 tour of South
Pacific begins in our very own
San Francisco September
18th and will run until
October 25th. Ticket prices
range from thirty to ninety-
nine dollars. Between the
catchy tunes of “I’m Gonna
Wash That Man Right
Outta My Hair” and “Some
Enchanted Evening,” South
Pacific is bound to bring a
crowd to the theater.
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“Packed.”
That was the first word that came to mind. Downtown
Oakland seemed pretty empty by 11:30 PM but all of a
sudden there was a restaurant that was completely full.
Sure enough, it was Fentons.
For most people, Fentons is most recently famous for being
in the movie Up, but this creamery has been around for
115 years. They are known for making their ice cream and
toppings by hand at each location to ensure freshness and
quality.
When I went in, it seemed like everyone was eating huge
sundaes and ice cream but upon grabbing a menu I
learned that they sell burgers, sandwiches and pie as well.
Compared to how crowded it was, the service was pretty
fast. The ice cream looked delicious with flavors like
Chocolate Marble, Mocha Almond Fudge, and Coffee Cookie
Dream and they were more than happy to give us testers of
generous portions for such a small spoon.
We finally decided on Toasted Almond, Cream Caramel
Almond Crunch, and Cookie Dough. Before we left to sit
outside (no space inside whatsoever), we offhandedly asked
if it was always this busy. The cashier smiled, replying
that this wasn’t even that busy, even though the entire
restaurant was full.
After finding a bench outside, we took spoonfuls of the
delicious ice cream. By far, the Toasted Almond was the
best. It was the perfect almond blend—not too strong and
not too bland. The Cream Caramel Almond Crunch was good
but had a lot of vanilla and not enough caramel. The Cookie
Dough tasted typical with the exception of huge chunks of
cookie dough.
However delicious as it was, there was one fault. For
some reason the ice cream was really runny. Not after five
minutes, it was dripping everywhere! Although inconvenient
and messy, it was still delectable.
by MAGGIE LIN
6 oz / 175 g semi-sweet chocolate2 tbsp amaretto or orange liquor3 tbsp unsalted butter4 tbsp confectioners’ sugar1/2 cup ground almonds1 3/4 oz / 50 g semisweet chocolate, finely grated
1. Melt the semi-sweet chocolate with the amaretto in a heatproof bowl set over a saucepan of hot water stirring until well combined.
2. Add the butter and stir until it has melted. Stir in the confectioners’ sugar and the ground almonds.
3. Let the mixture stand in a cool place until it is firm enough to roll into balls.
4. Place the grated chocolate on a plate and roll the truffles in chocolate to coat them. (2 times) Place the truffles in candy paper liners and enjoy!
TRUFFLES IN 4 EASY STEPS
recipe:
by ANNIE SHUEY
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2. In a large bowl, rip the filo dough with your hands until you are left with short
pieces of the dough. Then add the melted butter and mix completely making sure
all the filo dough touches butter.
3. Spread half of the dough mixture in the bottom of a non-stick pan as a crust.
Don’t compress it too much into the pan.
4. In a large bowl combine the ricotta cheese and mozzarella cheese.
5. In a small pan slightly heat the milk for 1 minute, add the semolina and cook
for 30 seconds until it thickens. Then mix this into the large bowl of the cheeses
making sure to combine well.
6. Pour the cheese mixture in the pan on top of the filo dough crust and spread out
evenly. Spread out the rest of the filodough mixture evenly on top of the cheese
mixture to form another crusty layer on top.
7. Place pan in oven and cook at 350 degrees for 45 minutes or until the top crust
turns golden brown. Take it out and let stand for 30 minutes or until cooled. After
this, flip the dessert over onto another larger pan or bake-safe plate and put it
back into the oven to brown the bottom layer (now top) of filo dough.
8. While this is baking, make the syrup to garnish the dessert. In a saucepan,
combine the sugar with water. Place over high heat, and stir until the sugar
dissolves. Once it is boiling, add the teaspoon of fresh lemon juice and continue
boiling for several minutes to thicken the syrup slightly. Let cool.
9. When the dessert is ready, serve it with the syrup. It can also be served with your
choice of pine nuts, pistachios, etc.
2/3 package shredded filo dough 3 sticks of butter melted 1 15 oz package of ricotta cheese 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese ½ cup of milk 3 tablespoons semolina 1 tsp of lemon juice 3 cups of sugar 1 ½ cups of sugar
TRUFFLES IN 4 EASY STEPS
KENAFErecipe:
A TASTE OF THE MIDDLE EAST
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pride and prejudice and zombiesby jane austen &
seth grahame smith
Upon spotting Pride and
Prejudice and Zombies at the bookstore,
I laughed. The cover says it all–a pasty
Elizabeth Bennet with red irises, a
partially exposed skull, and blood
spattered onto her white lace dress.
Author Seth Grahame-Smith brands it
“The Classic Regency Romance–Now
with Ultraviolent Zombie Mayhem!”
He retains Jane Austen’s style to the
core, and fuses it with her own setting:
19th century England…occupied by
zombies. The witty banter and complex
sentence structure remain in the novel,
but tainted with new rotting corpses,
beheadings, and cannibalism.
I gained more of an insight into
Mr. Darcy’s character, who, though still
haughty and arrogant, is now a master
zombie slayer; “savage yet dignified.” It
made me smile as I observed the author
fill the gaps that Austen had left behind:
for instance, now I know the reason for
Charlotte’s marriage with Collins–he
needed to behead her recently zombie-
bitten self.
Just like the Leonardo DiCaprio
version of Romeo and Juliet didn’t
ruin Shakespeare, (the one with all
drug innuendos, guns and car chases)
Zombies leaves Austen’s classic novel
unscathed. This satirical book is for
anyone who’s ready to not take it too
seriously. All I can say is, I can’t wait
to read Sense and Sensibility and Sea
Monsters. It comes out September 15.
Though Audrey Niffenger’s The
Time Traveler’s Wife may seem like the
typical romance novel at first glance, it’s
a much more complex, captivating love
story of two people, Clare and Henry.
Henry is a time traveler who cannot
control where or when he travels to.
He first started traveling when
he was nine years old, and has since
earned that his time lapses are often
triggered by stress, anguish, and
sadness. At the age of forty, Henry
begins appearing during different times
in Clare’s life, the first of which is when
she is six years old.
Henry cannot travel with any
possessions and is not able to alter
the future during his visits to the past.
When Clare is twenty years old, she
meets twenty-eight year old Henry.
The Henry of that time has not been
previously acquainted with her though,
since he only starts traveling to her
past when he is forty. They fall in love
and get married, but constantly have
to deal with the complexity of their
relationship, since while Clare has a
plethora of memories of an older Henry
from different points in her life, he has
yet to experience any of them.
At the risk of giving away
more of the book, all I can say is that
this book is unique in how Niffenger
describes the different perspectives of
Henry and Clare as they mature. The
lives of Henry and Clare are intriguingly
portrayed in this commendable and
recommendable novel.
by MARY MYKHAYLOVA and KRISHA YADAV-RANJAN
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the time traveler’s wifeby audrey niffenegger
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FREE SF Going to San Francisco doesn’t have to put a hole in your wallet. Just pay for your Caltrain ticket and the rest of your day can be less than a penny!
the time traveler’s wifeby audrey niffenegger
City Tourwww.sfcityguides.orgDiscover San Francisco with the best: City Guides, a nonprofit organization with local volunteers who organize free tours of San Francisco. Choose from over 30 unique tours ranging from “Pacific Heights Mansions” to “Ghosts, Sinners, and Secret Places.” Tours are offered every week, rain or shine. Chinese Tea Tasting1044 Grant Ave.Walking down Grant Avenue in China Town, you can find the Vital Tea Leaf Company, a tea store with a free tea tasting bar. Take some time to tantalize your taste buds with hundreds of exotic varieties of tea. The accommodating staff will brew the tea before your eyes and will assist you in your purchases. Keep in mind that there is limited seating. Douglass SlideSeward St. & Douglass St.With a sign warning “no adults unless accompanied by children,” who could resist? Get in touch with your inner child at this tall cement slide. Just make sure to bring some cardboard to prevent burns. Glass Elevator RideSaint Francis Hotel, 335 Powell St.The Saint Francis Hotel offers one of the best views of the city from its five glass elevators. With thirty-two floors to enjoy, glass elevator riding, at least at the Saint Francis, is more than a cheap thrill.
First ThursdayGeary St., Sutter St., Post St.In San Francisco, the first Thursday of every month is a day where most of the downtown art galleries offer a night of light refreshments and unusual art. First Thursday is a classy way to enjoy the San Francisco culture.
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Labor Day weekend is the perfect opportunity to escape the chaos of fall by taking a road trip. Charming Cambria is just a four hour drive from San Francisco, and it is the ideal location for a weekend getaway. Because of Cambria’s proximity to the Bay Area, visitors can leave Saturday morning to arrive the same day.
SATURDAY AFTERNOON1) Piedras BlancasEven though our first real stop is Hearst Castle, make a quick visit to the 150-foot, 134-year-old Piedras Blancas Lighthouse that overlooks a rare elephant seal rookery. The view from the lighthouse is sure to impress. Tours available(661) 391-6000 for informationhttp://www.blm.gov/ca/bakersfield/ 2) Hearst CastleAlthough Hearst Castle is just outside Cambria, the stop is well worth it. Once home to newspaper mogul William Randolph Hearst, Hearst Castle is deemed one of the most expensive private homes ever built. The evening tours are recommended as they are conducted in smaller, more intimate groups. Back in the 20’s and 30’s, Hollywood socialites and the political elite were common guests of Hearst. On the evening tour, visitors can experience the mansion as if they were actual guests. Tour lasts 2 hours and 10 minutes, only fall and spring evenings(805) 927-2020http://www.hearstcastle.org/
*SATURDAY EVENING3) Cambria InnsOut of the many hotels to choose from, the Cambria Inns are the way to go. Choose between the family-friendly Sand Pebbles Inn and the romantic Blue Dolphin Inn, both highly reviewed. Both establishments boast beautiful views and accommodating services including a breakfast buffet. Sand Pebbles – (805)927-5600Blue Dolphin – (805) 927-3300http://www.cambriainns.com/
*SUNDAY MORNING - NOON4) The Hamlet at Moonstone GardensWith full pane windows and both indoor and outdoor seating, The Hamlet offers extraordinary views of the ocean, waterfalls, and gardens. The Hamlet presents a continental-style menu with delectable delights to enjoy while taking in the three acres of garden surrounding the restaurant. (805) 927-3535http://www.moonstonegardens.com/
*SUNDAY AFTERNOON - EVENING5) Soto’s Market and DeliStop by this store to pick up homemade meals for a picnic dinner by the beach. Soto’s offers restaurant-quality gourmet items including enchiladas and fresh sandwiches made on the spot. (805) 927-44112244 Main Street, East Village Cambria 6) Moonstone BeachNot far from the Cambria Inns, Moonstone Beach is famous for the white moonstone agates and other beach stones that scatter the shore. The beach has a scenic walking trail with rock formations, coves, and tide pools with marine life to observe. Enjoy a relaxing picnic dinner and watch the sun set in the beauty of nature.
*MONDAY MORNING7) ShoppingCambria’s shops are filled with locally-produced food as well as fresh fish from local fishermen. With few chain stores, boutiques and antique shops line the streets to create a quaint feel. 8) Nitt Witt RidgeAs your mini-getaway comes to a close, you must stop to see the eccentric Nitt Witt Ridge, a house built entirely of miscellaneous recycled items. The home belonged to the late Arther Beal, who collected other people’s trash for over 50 years to use to make his treasure of a home. Tours free with appointment only(805) 927-2690881 Hillcrest Drive, Cambria
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1) 1000 Bridgeway StStart the day with coffee at the Caffe Trieste, considered somewhat historical since it was the first espresso coffee house built in California. They serve a variety of pastries as well as sandwiches and salads.2) 85 Liberty Ship Way - (415) 332-4465After breakfast, head over to the Sea Trek Ocean Kayaking Center to rent a kayak for one or two people. Spend a beautiful afternoon on the beach with the Sea Trek staff who provide instruction, guidance, wetsuits, and even lifejackets.3) 558 Bridgeway, 1st floorTo wind down from the excitement of the water, spend a relaxing evening at Horizons with delicious seafood to enjoy on the deck. Even boaters are welcome to stop at the dock and dine-in-boat.4) 30 El PortalRest for the night at the Inn Above Tidewith incredible views from a private deck overlooking the water and the skyline of San Francisco.5) 10 Marina Blvd, San Francisco - (415) 331-6267Before calling it a night, call the SF Bay Whale Watching Verne Bryant to make a reservation. Rise early and witness a breathtaking sunrise. Grab some snacks from the town on your way to the Whale Watching center and dress warmly for an adventurous day.6) 621 BridgewayUnwind with a delectable meal at Angelino’s Restaurant, which serves Italian food cooked family style.6) Bunker Rd. and Mitchell RdEarly the next morning, begin building a sand castle while gazing at the sunrise at Sausalito’s Rodeo Beach.7) 777 BridgewayAfter a morning and afternoon of waterside activities, lunch at Poggio Trattoria, which has received a thumbs-up of approval from Food Network personality Rachael Ray.8) 30 El PortalFinally, sink into serenity at the spa found at the Inn Above Tide before heading home to the South Bay. True relaxation and recreation over Labor Day weekend definitely lies in Sausalito.
Just a short drive from the South Bay, Sausalito seems to be the perfect place to escape to for a three-day weekend. Follow BAY’s list of stops for a thorough visit in Sausalito:
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