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FEBRUARY 2010 | VOL 2, ISS 3

a vintage experience atmosphere aboundsat this nightlife haven

spirits of the bijou historic theatre offers more than just movies

stylish secondhand thrift stores make it easy to look good for less

what’s up: readers’ choice

노름마치는 한국 전통음악의 소리,

타악, 춤이 어우러진 신명과 열정의

무대를 통해 국내외 관객들과 소통

하고 감동을 선사하고 있는 사물놀

이 공연단입니다.

Thurs.Feb.11 | 7:30pmEMU BallroomGeneral $15 | UOStudents $10

tickets.uoregon.edu/nm

Noreum Machi presents traditional Korean samulnori music, a unique and otherworldly experience including spectacular percussion dialogues, shamanic chants, and acrobatic dances.

노름

마치Noreum Machi

Presented by UO Cultural Forumcultural.uoregon.edu

Produced and coordinated by World Music Institute, Inc. www.worldmusicinstitute.org

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Departments05 Dining eugene offers eateries for all tastes, styles and appetites

12 nightlife experience local nightlife at popular bars and hangouts

20 campus students weigh in on their favorite campus fixtures, gym and music venues

27 shopping get the scoop on the best retail locations around town

Features06 sweet life patisseriespecializing in decadent desserts and sweets, sweet life gives a peek into its hidden bakeryby maria baum

16 the vintagecrepes, fondue and specialty dishes charm diners with that unique eugene feelby kalie wooden

28 buffalo exchange Whether to buy, sell or trade, buffalo exchange handles gently used and new fashions at bargain prices by kalie wooden

contents23 bijou art cinemas it looks like your average church-turned-movie theatre, but there’s more to the bijou’s atmosphere than the decorby maria baum

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diningEugene’s food scene, from popular lunch and dinner spots to a pastry paradise, brings locals together

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Sweet Life Patisserie’s culinary confectioners know just how to hit the sweet spot

sweet lifebest dessert

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Those who have sunk their teeth into a generous slice of turtle cake filled with rich chocolate mousse and topped with toasted pecans and but-tery caramel sauce know a quality

dessert when they see one.If you are a local sweet tooth, chances are you

have gotten your chocolate fix at Sweet Life Patis-serie. You probably know a thing or two about its tiramisu, white chocolate mint fudge cake and fresh fruit tarts. However, few regulars know about the people who transform flour and chocolate into masterpieces. If you have been wanting to know why your slice of Sweet Life pie is still warm with flaky, soft crust and why the chocolate ganache is so rich and creamy, perhaps you don’t know what goes on across the alley from Sweet Life.

In a building entirely separate from Sweet Life sits the hidden bakery where all the baking magic takes place. Michael Torres plays one of the many vital roles in producing what all Sweet Life cus-tomers keep coming back for: delicious pastries, cakes and pies.

The Sweet Life bakery is where all the behind-the-scenes work takes place to produce the finished products, which are then put on display in the Sweet Life glass cases. With a dish-washing station, a walk-in refrigerator, walk-in freezer, ov-ens, and baking and decorating stations, the bakery is lacking nothing.

“It’s our own little world over here,” Torres said.

Whether Torres is baking or decorating, he has a professional technique that he has slowly acquired over his 25 years in the culinary indus-try. He brings his expertise and enthusiasm for dessert foods into the Sweet Life bakery where he makes everything from custom birthday cakes to chocolate eclairs.

On a normal day, Torres said he will make up to 50 tarts, pies and cakes. He claims he can deco-rate and finish one cake every 10 minutes, and his pace has come with years of practice. Although he says sometimes he gets carried away with the decorating, he is always proud of the work he does.

each chocolate masterpiece at sweet life patisserie begins with high-quality raw materials.

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“I tend to be a perfectionist, and sometimes I go a little slower; I spend a little longer on some cakes than I should, but it is all about that finished product,” Torres said.

The whipped cream, frostings, cake batter and even the small chocolate decoration pieces, which Torres likes to call “doodads,” are all made fresh at the bakery on a daily basis.

“Nothing gets frozen here, and all of our ingredients are made right here in our bakery,” Torres said. “And you don’t have to worry about nutrition facts here — it’s all calorie free,” he joked.

Sweet Life co-owner Cheryl Reinhart said it is more than just the top-notch ingredients that make Sweet Life an after-dinner hot spot.

“We all work really hard to make sure that we produce the highest-quality products. Everyone here is just really skilled, and they love their jobs,” Reinhart said. “We are so lucky to have Michael because he brought his experienced skill set to our bakery and everyone loves to work with him.”

When Torres comes into work, he either bakes, decorates or makes ingredients, but he said he enjoys baking desserts the most.

“I really enjoy the process of making something from scratch and watching the process happen and then being able to see and deliver the finished product,” Torres said.

Torres also enjoys making customized birthday cakes. He recalls one time when he was asked to make a red cake in the shape of a woman’s body for a 40th birthday party.

Torres said one of the trickiest parts of the custom cakes is writing on the cake’s surface.

“A lot of people want different things written on their cakes, and when the cake has a fruit topping, well, that is the trickiest,” Torres said. “Some people write backwards, or write the first and last letters first, but for me, I have just been doing it so my technique works. It is just luck and experience.”

Torres admits he actually doesn’t eat many des-serts, and he often craves salty, fried foods, but once in awhile he does have a sweet tooth for one par-ticular dessert. He confessed to his dessert weak-ness — chocolate cake soaked in orange syrup with whipped cream and topped off with a blood orange topping, known as a Chocolate Orgasm.

Although Torres is working with knives and cooking machinery on a daily basis, he said the most dangerous part of his job is something a little less obvious.

“The only danger in this kitchen is that I can eat what I make, and I would weigh a lot more if I did,” Torres said.

Torres likes to leave the consumption part of his job to his loyal customers. One return-ing dessert lover is University student Kylee Campbell.Campbell, who is originally from Port-land, said that since she has lived in Eugene, Sweet Life has been her dessert location of choice.

“I’ve been a dedicated Sweet Life customer for four years. It is a little embarrassing that they know me by name,” Campbell said. “Everything is unique and fresh. It is a little treasure box full of surprises; my favorite are the pumpkin cookies, the tiramisu and the scrumptious peanut butter cake. I can never get enough.”

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baker michael torres prepares some of the most popular cakes in town. from tiramisu to the chocolate orgasm cake, sweet life patisserie gives customers plenty of reasons to become regulars.

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Erb Memorial Unionthe center of campus life

funfood servicesBuzz Coffeehouse

Holy Cow Café

Mangiamo

Marketplace Café

Panda Express

Subway

Union Market

Vending Machines

Adell McMillan Art Gallery

Break Pool Hall

Club Sports

Craft Center

KWVA Radio

Mills International Center

Multicultural Center

Outdoor Program

Women’s Center

Holden Leadership Center

ATMs

Campus Lost + Found

Computer Lab

Copy Center

Passport + ID Photos

Scheduling + Events

Ticket Office

US Post Office

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GOODWILL Campus Store

435 East Broadway, Eugene

Goodwill’s Campus Store has a huge inventory of clothing, shoes,

books, backpacks, housewares, electronics, furniture and much more!

Our business is changing lives.

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Morning Glory Cafe7:30am - 3:30pm • 450 Willamette Street • 541.687.0709

Fresh vegan pastries

Organic coffee bar

Organic specials

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Promoting healthy lifestyles through healthy food.

Serving exceptional vegan & vegetarian breakfast & lunch to exceptional people.

Sweet Life

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Espresso Roma 825 E. 13th Ave.Eugene, OR 97401 541-484-0878“ I used to go there a lot because they used to

allow us to smoke hookah there. Between sev-en and 10 of my friends would meet there, and we always had a lot of fun,” University senior Mohammed Aldawood said.

Glenwood Restaurant1340 Alder St.Eugene, OR 97401541-687-0355Whether you are looking for a fluffy omelet,

pancakes or a homemade muffin, Glenwood’s extensive menu doesn’t disappoint. Glenwood is a breakfast diner with a campus flair, and a hot spot for families looking for an early bite to eat or ravenous students stumbling out of bed late Sunday morning. Glenwood’s accessible menu and friendly service keeps them coming back for more.

Laughing Planet 760 Blair Blvd.Eugene, OR 97402541-868-0668The vibrant colors of the walls and eclec-

tic artwork set the tone for this healthy hot spot. Laughing Planet combines afford-ability, sustainability and freshness to bring customers innovative and delicious entrees. The menu ranges from products like burritos to crispy salads.

Off the Waffle2540 Willamette St.Eugene, OR 97405541-606-4348Students were disappointed when Off the

Waffle’s owners decided to get rid of their waffle cart on East 13th Avenue. However, the brothers haven’t lost their touch. Students can still get crisp Belgian waffles at the new, permanent location.

Papa’s Soul Food Kitchen400 Blair Blvd.Eugene, OR 97402541-342-7500Whether it is fried chicken, barbecue or mac-

aroni and cheese that you crave, Papa’s Soul Food Kitchen, located in the unique Whiteaker neighborhood, is the place to go. The large por-tion sizes are cooked with a dose of Southern hospitality and are reasonably priced. Walking into Papa’s Soul Food is like walking into your grandma’s home. Colorful paintings of blues legends adorn the walls, and R&B music sets the mood for a real homestyle meal.

runner-up: BBQ Kinghonorable mention:Hole in the Wall BBQ

best bbq

runner-up: Uly’s Tacoshonorable mention:Carte de Frisco

best food cart

runner-up: Burrito Boyhonorable mention:Burrito Amigos

best burrito

runner-up: Brail’shonorable mention:Studio One Cafe

best breakfast

runner-up: Wandering Goathonorable mention:Starbucks

best coffee

With restaurant locations on Willamette and alder streets, a glenwood breakfast is never too far away.

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Singular northweSt Fare • CoCktailS & atmoSphere

1461 East 19th Avenue • 541.485.8887www.agatealley.com

Been to yet?

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Beppe & Gianni’s Trattoria 1646 E. 19th Ave.Eugene, OR 97403541-683-6661“It has really great lighting, and after eating

dorm food, you forget about how nice it is to eat real food,” University freshman Lauren Bruhn said. “It was the first restaurant I ever went to in Eugene, and it is my favorite.”

Agate Alley Bistro 1461 E. 19th Ave.Eugene, OR 97403541-485-8887Just a short walk from campus, Agate Alley

Bistro offers students a quaint and intimate space for dining. The bistro serves a variety of entrées, ranging from Latin- to Asian-inspired dishes. The bistro hosts two weekly specials that keep customers coming back for more. On Tuesday nights, Agate Alley Bistro enter-tains guests with its Taco Tuesdays. The fun continues on Thursday with the bistro’s Drink Wheel, an opportunity for visitors to leave their cocktails choices up to chance.

Cafe Yumm!730 E. BroadwayEugene, OR 97403541-344-9866On the outside this cafe looks like a retired

pancake house, but frequent customers know better. Cheese, beans, rice, avocado and toma-toes all are part of the legendary Yumm Bowls. The Asian fusion setting adds to the new age feel. From the organic salads to the fresh homemade soups, the cafe offers students a wide variety of vegetarian options.

runner-up: Holy Cow Cafehonorable mention:Subway

best under $5

best italian

runner-up: Mazzi’shonorable mention:Ambrosia

runner-up: Marchehonorable mention:Midtown

best bistro

Holy Cow Cafe2222 E. 13th Ave.Eugene, OR 97401541-346-2562Tucked between Panda Express and Sub-

way in the EMU, Holy Cow Cafe offers an alternative to mainstream campus eating choices. With vegetarian options from around the world, Holy Cow’s Thai and Indian selec-tions are just a few examples of what the fresh campus spot has to offer.

runner-up: Cafe Yumm!honorable mention:Laughing Planet Cafe

best vegetarian

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WOW Hall291 W. Eighth Ave.Eugene, OR 97401541-687-2746Throughout the years, WOW Hall has

attracted Eugene citizens and University students to meet in the community to listen to great music and study interesting art. The performance hall is more than 100 years old and includes not only a musical performance venue, but also a lobby to showcase artwork.

With some of the best happy hour specials downtown and friendly service, starlight lounge has earned its rank among students as one of eugene’s

best downtown bars.

runner-up: Cozmic Pizzahonorable mention:Sam Bond’s Garage

best live music

Starlight Lounge830 Olive St.Eugene, OR 97401541-343-3204This funky downtown bar offers everything

a student might expect from a lounge. Swanky red lights hang over a never-ending rack of shot glasses, and black leather couches and tables to help set the scene. The lounge’s daily happy hour begins at 4 p.m. and runs through 7 p.m.

runner-up: McMenaminshonorable mention:Starlight Lounge

best happy hour

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Rennie’s Landing1214 Kincaid St.Eugene, OR 97401 541-687-0600“It has a nice atmosphere to it,” University

student Tony Hanssen said. “It is a lively kind of place. It is a typical hangout. When you are done with classes, you go to Rennie’s.”

The Bier Stein345 E. 11th Ave.Eugene, OR 97401541-485-2437For a laid-back drinking experience, look

no further than The Bier Stein. This comfy pub provides a relaxed atmosphere with sandwiches and appetizers, but it is best known for its large selection of beers. It has 10 beers on tap that ro-tate each night and an immense selection of bot-tled and canned beers from different regions of the world.

runner-up: Max’s Tavernhonorable mention:Sam Bond’s Garage

best beers on tap

grab a cold one at max’s, one of eugene’s oldest bars and a long-time watering hole for students and locals.

runner-up: Max’s Tavernhonorable mention:Taylor’s Bar & Grille

best campus bar

Max’s Tavern550 E. 13th Ave.Eugene, OR 97401541-349-8986Clean off the tables, sweep up the floor and

sing “Sweet Caroline” at closing every night of the week. The comfy, neighborhood tavern in-vites students to not only drink and play pool, but to help them close down the bar. Whether bar hoppers start at Max’s Tavern is unimport-ant, what matters is that Max’s is the place to end up.

best bar to end the night

runner-up: Rennie’s Landinghonorable mention:Luckey’s

With more than 1,000 types of bottled beer and at least 10 on tap at any given time, even the hardiest of beer connoisseurs is unlikely to ever run out of options at the bier stein.

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Saturday, February 13 - 7:30 pmSunday, February 14 - 2:00 pmHult Center for the Performing Arts682-5000, www.HultCenter.org

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Sam Bond’s Garage 407 Blair Blvd.Eugene, OR 97402541-343-2635Since 1995, Sam Bond’s Garage has strived

to represent the uniqueness of its neighbor-hood with an amiable and always-changing influx of entertainers. The organic menu, full bar and regional microbrew selection help make Sam Bond’s more than a great perfor-mance space. The bar opens at 4 p.m. daily. Shows start at 9 p.m. on weekdays, 9:30 p.m. on weekends and 8:30 p.m. on Sundays. Visitors can participate in Monday bingo night, Tuesday bluegrass jam and Wednesday concerts free of charge.

runner-up: Starlight Loungehonorable mention:Horsehead

best off-campus bar

sam bond’s garage is located in the Whiteaker neighborhood and has musical performances and bingo nights throughout the week.

runner-up: Sixth Street Bar and Grillhonorable mention:The Cooler

best sports barVillard Street Pub 1417 Villard St.Eugene, OR 97403541-393-0960Open since 2006, the Villard Street Pub

has a variety of bar favorites including its famous “sliders” and more than a dozen beers on tap. The restaurant has seven high-definition flat screen TVs that make it one of the biggest sports bars in town. The pub has trivia every Monday night, and for fear-less Oregonians a covered patio and cozy outside seating.

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The back wall of the bar glistens with hundreds of different kinds of alco-hol bottles. The wall boasts everything from Knob Creek bourbon to Blueberry Smirnoff. Framed by several strands

of accent lights, the bar mirrors the relaxed and ro-mantic atmosphere at The Vintage restaurant on Lincoln Street.

Tucked between a few degraded buildings and commercial structures, The Vintage resides on the main level of an aged yet charming house built in 1873.

After Megan Knode graduated from the Uni-versity in 2006, she and her best friend Shannon Ritchie fulfilled their lifelong dream of opening a restaurant together. After concocting up a plan in the second grade to start a restaurant, Knode and Ritchie finally opened The Vintage in January of 2006.

“Our goal was to be successful and be a place where people could feel comfortable being any type of per-son. It’s a really cozy kind of homey feel because it’s set at a house,” Ritchie said.

The romantic setting of small tables nestled into the nooks and crannies of an old house makes this restaurant one of the best for a date. Dim lighting accompanied by small candles set the mood, and the wall was adorned with a vintage plaque that

Popular nighttime haunts like The Vintage boast unique atmospheres and styles,

from the classy to the romantic

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Breakfast Mon-Fri 7:30-10:30 AMSat 9-11:30 AM, Sun 9-1 PM (featuring Open-Nest eggs)

Full menu ‘til midnight everynight(featuring antibiotic- & hormone-free beef & chicken)

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read, “Enter as Strangers, Leave as Friends.”Aside from the intimate atmosphere, The

Vintage offers cuisine with a variety of tastes. The soup of the day, French onion, was an understated yet flavorful appetizer. The vod-ka cream penne was a classic pasta dish with some zest, although the dinner portion was noticeably small. The Vintage’s menu features everything from crepes and paninis to break-fast items and American favorites.

Ritchie recommended the lava rock cocktail.

“It has pop rocks in it, so it would be a nice icebreaker on a date,” she said.

Knode recommended the crepes and fon-due as some of the best dishes on the menu.

“When we started the restaurant, our goal was mainly to provide a place where people could come and just enjoy great food and good company,” she said.

A meal for two at The Vintage, without any specialty drinks, runs between $20 and $30.

Heather Compton, who has been a wait-ress at The Vintage for more than two years, advises couples to try the restaurant’s signature drink.

“The lavender lemon drop is really unique to our restaurant; it’s a vodka-fusion drink, and it has a good zing to it,” Compton said.

2nd Place: Agate Alley Bistro Glass bottles with flickering lights inside

hang above each table at Agate Alley Bistro. Although the restaurant is romantic, the eclectic decor gives it a laid-back atmosphere.

The menu features several types of cuisine, including many seafood dishes. Agate Alley Bistro has a significant amount of indoor and outdoor seating.

A meal for two at the bistro also costs about $20 to $30, although the meal does come with complimentary bread. The soup of the day, tomato cheese, was the highlight of the meal.

3rd Place: Marche Marche at 5th Street Market emphasizes

its use of locally grown ingredients and fla-vors found in the Pacific Northwest. Large windows along the entire front of the restau-rant create an open and inviting atmosphere. Lit by dim lights and small accent lamps at each table, Marche has a romantic and elegant ambiance.

Although Marche’s atmosphere creates the ideal environment for a date, its prices are by far the highest. Unless all you want to order is an appetizer and soup, a meal for two will run about $40 to $50. A bit fancier than most res-taurants in Eugene, it does not boast the same casual atmosphere and familiarity as The Vin-tage or Agate Alley Bistro. The crab cakes and Caesar salad were delectable, though the small portions and high prices are not ideal for the typical college date.

one of the vintage’s most popular desserts is its chocolate fondue, which is served with strawberries, marshmallows and rice crispy treats.

“The lavender lemon drop is really unique to our restaurant; it’s a vodka-fusion drink, and it has a good zing to it.”

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campusEvery college has its quirks, but here at Oregon,we specialize in culture

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Designated Driver Shuttle 1228 University of Oregon Eugene, OR 97403541-346-RIDE“DDS is an incredibly helpful service,”

University junior Kathleen Sumagit-Rivera said. “I went to Blueprint last weekend with two of my friends, and she met these guys she wanted to go and hang out with. My other friend and I went along because we didn’t want her to go by herself. The guys we were with wouldn’t give us a ride home. We had to call DDS, and even though we had to wait for DDS, it was worth it. “

Frog “I think Frog is kind of like the mascot,”

University freshman Gina Fischer said. “He is always in the same spot with his joke books and rubber chicken, and I am pretty sure 90 percent of his joke books are about farting.”

Student Recreation Center 1273 University of Oregon Eugene, OR 97403541-346-4183“I like to go hoopin’,” University sopho-

more Danny Roth said. “I just got my new Kobe shoes, so now I can dunk at the rec center every night of the week.”

runner-up: Pedi-cabshonorable mention:Bio Taxi

best taxi service

runner-up: Puddleshonorable mention:Doug

best campus icon

runner-up: YMCAhonorable mention:Gold’s Gym

best gymthe student recreation center is the most popular gym among students

and is generally busy throughout the day.

Pioneer MotherStudents generally pass the Pioneer Moth-

er statue on their way to the gym, the EMU or even the dorms without much thought. University Vice President Burt Brown Barker had the Pioneer Mother made in 1930 in honor of his mother. The statue was dedi-cated on May 8, 1932. It sits across from the original woman’s gym, Gerlinger Hall.

runner-up: McArthur Courthonorable mention:EMU

best campus landmark

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activity Best known for showing indie films

in a theatre house setting, few know about the Bijou’s ghoulish regulars

ParanormalWords maria baum

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Open til 2:30 a.m. (Friday & Saturday)

Sunday - Thursday 8 a.m. - 9 p.m.

Great Mediterranean dishes:kabobs, gyros, falafel, feta salads

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The authentic woodwork, quaint theater and aged exterior are just a few things that give the Bijou Art Cinemas its character and niche following. But perhaps

it is the theater’s suspicious ghost sightings that have intrigued local moviegoers to keep coming back.

Many University students and community members may know of the Bijou as just an old theater, but the building itself has had a very long and unique history that surprises many.

The building was originally constructed in 1925 as a church, but when it was outgrown by its congregation, the building had a brief stint as a wedding chapel. After a few years as a place of love and celebration, the wedding chapel was converted into a funeral home, and that is what it was until 1979.

When the Bijou finally planted its roots on East 13th Avenue, it was not only occupying a newly-empty building, but a space full of lost and wandering spirits.

Bijou employee James Wyant, who gave his name as Madjym, said that every Halloween, ghost hunters come to the theater in search of what they call lost spirits.

“The Bijou has a really unique background, and since it has been a church, a wedding cha-pel and a funeral home, it is clearly a place where lost spirits dwell,” Madjym said.

Madjym said the Bijou is home to two ghosts, and although this may scare some away, it provides an element of mystery that keeps the regulars coming back.

“We have two ghosts here: one woman in an off-white wedding dress that floats in Theater No. 2, and a man in a black suit and top has also been spotted in Theater No. 2,” Madjym said.

When the Bijou was a funeral home, Theater No. 2 was the room that once stored the de-ceased. Many believe that is the reason why the ghosts are frequently spotted in that theater.

Madjym said he believes in the friendly spir-its at the Bijou because he has had an encounter with one ghost himself.

“One night way after hours, I was cleaning out the popcorn machine and saw a man in a

black suit through the glass of the machine,” Madjym said. “As soon as I moved my head out of the glass, and yelled, ‘What are you doing in here?’ the person vanished in thin air.”

Along with Madjym, several of the Bijou’s visitors have spotted these spirits in Theater No. 2, but it rarely stops movie lovers from coming back. Besides the element of mystery, theater manager Edward Schiessl said the Bijou offers much more.

“It is a cool, funky, old art house, cinema that is truly unique to anything else you can find in Eugene, and besides, every college town has to have a place like this,” Schiessl said.

If it’s not the ghostly spirits or diverse his-tory that attract the Bijou’s crowd, it could be its movies that are often off the beaten path.

Eugene resident Jane Benson said she enjoys seeing a film that everyone else isn’t going to see too.

“Everyone knows what is playing in the big theaters, and chances are everyone has seen it or is going to see it,” Benson said. “However, sometimes I want to see something different and authentic, and plus the concessions are cheaper here, too.”

Schiessl said the Bijou has an outside book-er that chooses its films. He said it is based on which movies are available and if they are doing well at other theaters.

“We do have an outside booker, but we also push to get the movies we want,” Schiessl said. “Recently, we got ‘Precious’ to play here and that’s a great example of something you can’t see anywhere else, and it’s also an outstanding film.”

With its unconventional films, occasional ghosts, aged appearance and reasonably-priced popcorn, the Bijou promises to provide audi-ences with an experience that will keep them coming back.

Like many, Schiessl prefers to see mov-ies at the Bijou rather than going to the large multiplex theaters in town.

“I find the multiplex insulting, really. It just has a cheap circus appeal,” Schiessl said. “It is all about profit there, and here we are trying to bring art into the community.”

this screen, located next to the lobby, is occasionally rented by viewers. When it isn’t in use, people can sit and relax or wait for a movie to begin.

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Ten Oakway Center Eugene, OR 97401

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runner-up: Ben & Jerry’shonorable mention:Dairy Queen

best ice creamPrince Puckler’s Gourmet Ice Cream1605 E. 19th Ave.Eugene, OR 97403541-344-4418Barack Obama isn’t the only one who en-

joys stopping by Prince Puckler’s for some mint chocolate chip ice cream. The famed ice cream shop is conveniently located near the University dorms. Students congre-gate outside the storefront on a sunny day to order the perfect treat.

runner-up: Cornucopiahonorable mention:Dickie Jo’s

best burgerMcMenamins East 19th Street Cafe1485 E. 19th Ave.Eugene, OR 97403 541-342-4025Nestled on the corner of East 19th Avenue

and Agate Street, McMenamins East 19th Street Cafe has mastered the balance between being the neighborhood pub and the campus hamburger joint. From their rows of large pool tables to their intimate booths, McMenamins is the perfect spot for a first date or a meeting with old friends.

The Knight Library501 Kincaid St.Eugene, OR 97403541-346-3053A spiral staircase, endless rows of books and

hundreds of computers don’t seem roman-tic, but after a few hours of studying they can do the trick. It is no secret that studying can quickly get boring. That is why coeds have been known to find other activities to make the time pass more quickly.

runner-up: The top floor of the PLChonorable mention:EMU

best place to make out

best place to people-watch

“I really enjoy going to the Fishbowl. You just never know who you are going to run into there,” Senior Natalie Simon said. “There is a random group of people, and then someone you know. I go there on Fridays to watch the a cappella groups and always see a few people I know. “

runner-up: The intersection at 13th and Universityhonorable mention:Saturday Market

Erb Memorial Union1228 University of OregonEugene, OR 97403541-346-3705

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the craft centera program of the erb memorial union

craftcenter.uoregon.edu541-346-4361

drawingpaintingceramicsfiber artssculpturepaper artsphotographywoodworkingglass hot-warm-coldjewelry & metalsmithing

Staff Art Show Opening Reception February 8, 4-6pm

Adell McMillan Gallery

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Unique, creative local storesand a vibrant downtown areamake Eugene a great spot for

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Come see us at 20 Centennial Loop in Eugene.

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From vintage cast-offs to brand new designer threads, retail therapy is always budget-friendly at Buffalo Exchange

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Designer brand clothes lay scat-tered throughout the racks at Buffalo Exchange, and it was up to the frantically searching hoards of girls to find them.

Banana Republic, American Eagle and Billabong are just a few of the name brands the store carries.

Although not the largest secondhand clothing store in Eugene, Buffalo Exchange makes up for it with its fashionable and quality selection of clothing and accessories.

“I just found a Free People tank top, and it even still has the tag on it!” University fresh-man Allyana Wiviott exclaimed after discov-ering a designer tank top for $15, rather than the department store price of $50.

Although Buffalo Exchange has a small men’s section, most of the store’s space is de-voted to women’s shorts, pants, dresses, shirts and coats. The store carries designer purses and even shoes. It was Wiviott’s first visit to a secondhand clothing store. She had tried to sell back some of her unwanted fashions, but Buffalo Exchange didn’t buy back the items she brought in. The store takes pride in the fact that they don’t take just any item.

“We base our buying decisions off of what sells in the stores,” manager Kari Pape said. “We take a lot of tees and jeans because we sell a lot of those things. However, we also look at trends. Boots have been really hot, so we are buying a lot of those right now.”

Despite the store’s selectivity when choosing clothes to buy, it benefits customers

looking for quality clothes at lower prices.“The clothes are cheaper, and you can

find things here that are like new,” Wiviott said. “Most of the clothes in the store are pretty current.”

Voted the No. 1 secondhand clothing store in Eugene, Buffalo Exchange tailors its selection to college-age students who love to shop and look for ways to save some money on fashionable clothes.

“This is just a fun place to come,” Pape said. “I just love clothes, and it is really cool

to work in a place that recycles them.”2nd Place: St. Vincent de Paul, 100 E.

11th Ave.Any one of the six St. Vincent de Paul

thrift and retail stores in the Eugene commu-nity could provide hours of entertainment for those in search of recycled and off-the-wall items. The St. Vincent de Paul thrift store has everything from hand-carved shoes to endless racks of new and outdated clothing. Although situated in a seemingly unremarkable building on East 11th Avenue, the store

the clothes horse, located at 720 e. 13th ave., won third place for best secondhand store.

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offers Eugene residents a place to find clothes, accessories, keepsakes and knickknacks for reasonable prices.

Charlie Harvey, the associate executive director of St. Vincent de Paul, has been in-volved with the organization for more than 11 years.

“The college population and low income people aren’t going to the mall to buy new things right now. They are looking to save some money,” he said. “It’s also a lot of fun

because it’s kind of like a treasure hunt here. We put new things out every day.”

St. Vincent de Paul runs six thrift stores and several homeless shelters in the Eugene community. The thrift stores emphasize the importance of recycling items such as clothing, mattresses and books.

“We are always looking for different things to recycle, especially in Eugene,” Harvey said. “We are very environmentally conscious. We are basically a creation of the community,

and we try to give back to the community in that way.”

3rd Place: Clothes Horse, 720 E. 13th Ave.

A short walk from campus on East 13th Avenue sits the Clothes Horse women’s clothing store. The Clothes Horse fits an abundance of clothes and styles into a small space. Although the secondhand clothing store attracts women of all ages and styles, it has done well near the University community since 1992.

Zoe Sargent, a University senior majoring in fiber arts, has worked at the Clothes Horse for about a year.

“This is a University area, and the sec-ondhand style has been sort of trendy in the last 10 years with the whole vintage look,” Sargent said.

The store carries classic, laid-back sweat-ers and cardigans, as well as formal gowns with embroidery and beads featured on the wall. The Clothes Horse offers an array of dif-ferent styles that cater to all ages. No matter what someone is looking for, there is a good chance of finding it at this secondhand store.

The Clothes Horse brings second-hand clothing for all fashion senses close to campus, while reminding customers about the importance of recycling clothing and accessories.

“First and foremost, just reusing clothing is important,” Sargent said. “It doesn’t need to be thrown away, and there are a wide vari-ety of styles available in this one small store.”

allyana Wiviott sorts through the dresses at buffalo exchange, looking for fun new additions to her wardrobe.

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Thank you for making our first year a success!

980 Kruse Way Springfield ORwww.HopValleyBrewing.com

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Studio one Café

$4.99 Daily Breakfast special

(serveD all Day)

MonDay House eggs Benedict with Homefries

tuesDay french toast with a side of eggs or Bacon

WeDnesDay Biscuits and Gravy with Homefries or fruit

tHursDay Ham and cheese omelette with Homefries

friDay Bacon and eggs with toast

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runner-up: Gervaishonorable mention:Hair Tailors

best hair salonJust Hair 50 W. 13th Ave.Eugene, OR 97401541-686-1435

The experienced and professional staff will pamper you in a comfortable, welcoming en-vironment. The salon’s relaxing atmosphere can be found only a few blocks off campus. Whether it is to relax before a big dance, get ready for a special night on the town, or just find a new look, Just Hair’s team of specialists work to accommodate you.

runner-up: Oakway Centerhonorable mention:Fifth Street Public Market

best shopping centerValley River Center 293 Valley River CenterEugene, OR 97401541-683-5513

The largest shopping mall in Eugene, Valley River Center is a great place to find all of your favorite stores. Whether looking for a business suit, DVD, or body lotion gift basket, VRC has a variety of options. If you get sick of shopping, check out the movie theater or batting cages.

runner-up: Hutch’s Bicycle Shophonorable mention:Life Cycle

best bike shopPaul’s Bicycle Way of Life152 W. Fifth Ave. Eugene, OR 97401541-344-4105

With merchandise as diverse as its cus-tomer base, Paul’s Bicycle Way of Life offers cyclists of all levels an opportunity to get great products and reasonable prices. Not only can you purchase bikes and equipment at the shop, the knowledgeable staff can help with everything from tune-ups to complete bicycle reconstruction.

runner-up: Game Shophonorable mention:Big City Gamin’

best game shop

CD Game Exchange30 E. 11th Ave.Eugene, OR 97401541-302-3045

If you’re in the mood for a new movie without the steep price, try visiting CD Game Exchange. The store carries many gently used DVDs, CDs and video games with costs comparable to video store rentals. Plus, the exchange policy allows items to be returned within seven days if you’re not satisfied.

runner-up: Binyon’s Eyewearhonorable mention:Buffalo Exchange

best eyewearRainbow Optics 762 E. 13th Ave. Eugene, OR 97401541-343-3333

This conveniently located eyeglass store offers one-stop shopping. Whether you need to get an eye examination or just refill your contact prescription, Rainbow Optics can help. The shop offers a wide range of prescription and non-prescription fashion eyewear, as well as a large selection of name-brand sunglasses.

Tactics Board Shop 375 W. Fourth Ave. Eugene, OR 97401541-344-4105

An expansive selection of skateboards, snow gear and shoes for both men and wom-en at Tactics Board Shop is sure to please both pros and beginners. Element, Burton, Nike, Vans and Billabong are just a few of the brands available. Pros should be pleased with the shop’s selection, and the knowledgeable employees can help beginners with any and all questions.

runner-up: Boardsports

best skate shop