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Fourth Fridays in Downtown Burlington typically finds itself in the Historic Depot once a month during the summer – but this time it’s landed in the fall with a fiery theme.
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Fourth Fridays in Downtown Burlington typically finds itself in the Historic Depot once a month during the summer – but this time it’s landed in the fall with a fiery theme.
BURLINGTON — All it takes is a 10-minute drive into Burlington for senior Paloma Figueroa to get a taste of home. Taqueria Aztlan is where she goes to eat tacos and visit the store owner who welcomes her each time.
When he’s not out on the surf or in his Danieley Neighborhood flat, Ignacio Alonso is still learning how to navigate college life — just like the other 1,700 freshmen on campus this year.
For the first time, the Burlington Carousel Festival took place this weekend without its main attraction.
Turner Theatre is a cozy 220-seat auditorium located in Elon University’s School of Communications. The theater opened in 2016 and shows movies and documentaries for Elon students, faculty and community members. While attendees are encouraged to bring their own food, snacks such as candy and popcorn are usually provided. Admission to Turner Theatre is free to all.
BURLINGTON — Situated in downtown Burlington, Barbara’s Hidden Treasures is a secret gem buried in Alamance County.
Elon Community Church’s weekly farmer’s market has been drawing in growers, bakers and makers for over a decade. The front of the church comes alive with business every Thursday afternoon.
While the story is known as a classic family drama, the Burlington Theater Company’s production of “Mamma Mia!” has become a true family affair.
Freshman Sarah Daly recalls her time in the Girl Scouts of America as a troop member, mentor, friend and leader. She remembers that her local troop meeting room was the first space where she felt comfortable and confident.
The start of the school year has ushered in a number of new changes for Elon University. Many unpopular adjustments have come to campus this year, including the discontinuation of Elon SafeRides as well as a new policy for to-go boxes.
The Oak House coffee, beer, and wine bar branched out to Durham this June. But so far, its profits are lingering behind Elon. After the Elon location gained popularity, co-owners Phil Smith and Ryan Vet started discussing expanding The Oak House.
Music and the smell of grilled hot dogs filled the air outside the Elon Community Church as it hosted mixer for students and their dogs, giving their owners a fur filled way to spend a Sunday afternoon.
“Under the Silver Lake” is a modern-day comedic noir starring Andrew Garfield, who plays Sam. One night, Sam, a disillusioned 33-year-old living in Los Angeles, discovers a mysterious woman in his apartment pool. The next day, she vanishes. While trying to find her, he uncovers a dark conspiracy involving subliminal messages, unsolved murders and members of Hollywood’s elite. “Under the Silver Lake” will be showing at Turner Theatre on Thursday, Sept. 12 at 7 p.m.
BURLINGTON — A “please seat yourself” sign greets you as you walk into a new sports bar in Burlington, which was packed like sardines on one Sunday afternoon.
Senior Destiny Frett recalls sitting in front of a television set as a child, studying each cooking program that came on the screen. She took note of anything that furthered her own skill set: proportions, ingredient combinations or certain textures.
Everyone loves a good laugh. Everyone enjoys being entertained. However, not everyone can go up on stage and share a part of their life for humor.
GRAHAM — When walking into Hi Fi Records in Graham, North Carolina, there are many sights and sounds. Whether it be the wall of records along the left side of the store, the bar to the right with record players emitting rock ‘n’ roll, or the wall of music posters hanging in the back. One thing that is not noticeable, but present, is the store’s connection to Elon University.
Elon’s Gender and LGBTQIA Center, which is in charge of queer education programming and social events on campus, has been “growing exponentially” since its founding in 2013. This year, the center plans to continue to grow through promoted events and community outreach.
Young Commons was bustling with Elon students Saturday night during Carnival on the Commons.
The Elon University campus burst to life on Friday, Aug. 23 when students moved into on-campus residence halls. Some highlights of the day included the second class ever moving into East Neighborhood and renovations being completed in Virginia Hall.