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Volume V, Special Valentine Issue New Hampshire College February 10,1999 Where does St. Valentine's Day come from?

By Tara Cowdrey

On February 14, many God and signed it "from your Val­ couples go out to eat at a fancy res­ entine." His death sentence was taurant and exchange cards and carried out the next day, February gifts. St. Valentine's Day is known 14,270A.D.orC.E. to be a day of love, when people When the jailer went home tell others how much they care and he gave the note to his daughter. love them. But do many people ac­ Julia opened it and discovered a tually know why this day came to yellow crocus inside. Julia could see be; and who thought it up? Most the brilliant color of the flower for people have to admit that they don't the first time in her life. The girl's know why there is a St. Valentine's eyesight had been restored. Day, but they celebrate it anyway. Valentinus was buried at The history of St. Valentine's what is now the Church of Praxedes Day comes from a legend, because in Rome. It is said that Julia planted there is really no way to prove if the a pink-blossomed almond tree near story is true. Valentine's Day began his grave. Today, the almond tree is in the third century. There was a a symbol of abiding love and friend­ Roman emperor, Claudius, and a ship. In 4%, Pope Gelasius I named Christian, Valentinus. Claudius said for Julia. She was examined, given God. February 14 Saint Valentine's Day. it was a crime to associate with ointment, and scheduled for a series Several weeks past and So now that you are aware Christians, and the crime was pun­ of visits. Julia could still not see; yet the jailer of the background of St. Valentine's ishable by death. Valentinus was The jailer also asked if Julia and his daughter still returned to Day, you can appreciate why this dedicated to his ideals of Christ, and could take some lessons with Valentinus each week. day exists. So no matter what reli­ the threat of death did not keep him Valentinus. Valentinus agreed, and Then one day, Roman sol­ gion you are, you can enjoy it any­ from practicing his beliefs. would read stories of Rome's his­ diers arrested Valentinus. They de­ way you please because Valentine's During the last weeks of tory to her. He described to her the stroyed his medicines and con­ Day is not considered a holy day. Valentinus's life, a remarkable thing world of nature. She learned about demned him for his religious beliefs. Whether you send a loved happened. One of the emperor's arithmetic and other academic sub­ Julia's father learned of Valentinus's one or a friend a Valentine, you'll jailers came to see Valentinus. With jects; and she also learned about the imprisonment, and wanted to inter­ know why it is a custom to sign it the jailer was his blind daughter. The Christian God from Valentinus. vene, but there was nothing he could "from your Valentine." On this day, jailer appealed to Valentinus to treat Julia told Valentinus that ev­ do. show your friends that you appreci­ his daughter's blindness with his ery morning and night she prayed to On the eve of his execution, ate them just like Valentinus appre­ medical and spiritual healing abilities. God that she might see. Valentinus Valentinus wrote Julia a note. In the ciated having a friend like Julia. Valentinus said he would do his best told her she should always pray to note he urged her to stay close to Memorable Valentine Day experiences making great conversation and when By Katy Faria they finally got back at 1:45 in the morning, Mike's date gave him a During his junior year in high kiss, beginning the relationship. A school, Mike Jones had a basket­ year later (well, actually 2 weeks ball game on Valentine's Day. It was before V-Day and 2 days after his an away game. After the game, be­ birthday), they had the same game. fore the bus even had the chance to This time the bus made it back but leave the parking lot, it broke down. their relationship didn't. "We broke Well, Mike had a date planned after up on the ride home. Oh well," the game with a girl who was on the Mike says "we won the game." woman's team. She and Mike spent (More of these experiences can their "date" sitting in the parking lot be read about on page 3.)

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2/9/99, 1:40 PM February 10, 1999 The Observer \ Love Horoscopes From the Editor's Desk: Aquarius - Find a partner this Valentine's Day who is your intellec­ Here is our special Valentine's Day issue. Hope you enjoy it. The tual equal. You are too easily bored with other's who are all looks staff and I thought it would be a good idea to have an issue that was just and no brains. centered on a certain event or day, so we chose the "day of love." In this issue you will find love horoscopes, great internet sites to Pisces - Just when you were feeling all alone, you get a surprise from buy gifts for your valentine, the history of Valentine's Day, our pick of good a long-distance love. Valentine movies, and restaurant reviews if you plan on eating out that day. Aries - A friend is extra nice on this day and shows you what real There is also color added to this issue, which I hope drew your friendship is all about. attention to this paper and made you want to read further into the issue. The next issue will come out on February 24, which shall be a Taurus - Though you like juggling partners, a demanding one may try great issue. We appreciate all of our loyal readers and thank those who to hog your attention on this day. write letters to the editor. Happy Valentine's Day to all, and don't forget those special people Gemini - Amidst all the hoopla of Valentine's Day, don't forget the in your lives on this holiday. one person who matters the most.

Tara Cowdrey Cancer - A key friendship needs your attention this special day, so Co-Editor in Chief expect to break plans to be there to help out. This friend will need help to mend a broken heart.

Leo - Don't go looking for romance, it will come naturally to you.

Virgo - Don't worry about spending a lot of money for this holiday, your significant other will appreciate gifts from the heart.

Libra - Do something simple like rent movies and order take-out. From the Editor's Desk: Enjoy each other's company this Valentine's Day. Scorpio - Ignore your normal self and break out of your shell today. Happy Valentine's Day! So what do you think about a little color in Let loose and enjoy yourself. the newspaper? Let us know what you think; write letters to the editor. Sagittarius - Feeling bummed? Don't! Romance is all around; you We thought this would be a great extra little issue for Valentine's Day, so just have to look in the right places. here it is, our special Valentine's issue. Don't forget to look for a message from your sweetheart on pages 6 and 7. Capricorn - The conflicts that you and your partner have been expe­ As Tara mentioned above, our February issue is coming out on the riencing lately have been driving you up the wall. Don't worry, a 24*. Anyone can submit an article. Just a reminder that our meetings are reconciliation is coming. Thursday's at 12:45 in the S.G. A. conference room and Tuesday's at 7:00 p.m. in The Observer office. Everyone is welcome.

Andrea Hill Co-Editor in Chief

THE OBSERVER NEW HAMPSHIRE COLLEGE, BOX 1084, MANCHESTER, NH 03106 PHONE: (603)645-9669 STAFF Co-Editor in Chief: Tara Cowdrey Technical Assistant: RichWinefield Contest Coordinator: Bindu Rai Co-Editor in Chief: Andrea Hill Photograpy Editor: David Snuffer Honors Managing Editor: Andrew Cummings Staff Writers: Melissa Cowdrey Correspondent: Ryan Eberman A&E Editor: Mark Williams Ben DeGennaro Office Manager: Tara Cowdrey News Editor: Lauren Kobs Kimika Embree SGA Correspondent: Bill Koval Sports Editor: Marc Pawlowski Katy Faria Contributing Copy Editor: Michael Lascelles BinduRai Writers: Advisor: Don Sieker Patrick Rogers

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2 The Observer February 10, 1999 What was your most memorable Valentine's Day experience? celebrate Valentine's Day a day late Peter Eagles seems to think After they ordered their dinner, the By Katy Faria because she had to work late, but he never really did anything too spe­ guys presented them with gold he had other plans. He surprised cial on Valentine's Day. "Well, one bracelets. When Allison's date Memories: We all have her with a change of clothes at the time I made a candle-lit dinner for brought her home, he gave her a nice them. Some of which we wish we end of her shift. He took her on a my girlfriend." Afterward, Pete and card and he apologized to her par­ could erase from our memory banks, picnic on a hill that over-looked his girlfriend watched Sleepless in ents for the evening not coming out and others we will cherish forever. Foxwood's Casino, where he pre­ Seattle and Pete "took it from as planned. I asked some students at NHC to sented her with not only the tradi­ there," he says. reveal some stories of their most tional flowers and candy, but also a When Suzie Phillips was a memorable times in Valentine's Day heart necklace. In 1994 there was a lot of senior in high school, she and her history. It turned out to be a difficult snow-fall on Valentine's Day. Marie friend Sarah did not have Valentines task. Most people were not willing One student, who wished to Mosel's husband sent the children so they jokingly asked their friend to spill certain moments in their life, be anonymous, says his most memo­ away for the night and began shov­ Victor to be their Valentine. They but I was able to get a few daring rable Valentine's Day experience eling snow. There were banks just all planned to exchange gifts in school souls to tell all. was when he broke up with his girl­ about the height of him. He began on the Friday before. Suzie and friend. "I didn't get her the right clearing a small area of snow in Sarah got Victor boxer shorts and Tristan Turner's favorite roses. She complained they were which he carved benches out of the candy. They gave him his gifts at number is 14. On Valentine's Day cheap so I dumped her." snow and placed a grill in the cen­ the beginning of class but Victor had last year, a bouquet of balloons and ter. He surprised Marie with a nothing for them. Victor told them 14 long stem roses were delivered Another student, Scott barbeque dinner in his hand-made not to worry because they would get to her classroom from her boyfriend Sattler, remembers his trip to New "winter wonderland." their presents soon. At the end of at the time. After school he picked York City on Valentine's Day. Scott the day, Suzie and Sarah were called her up and brought her to his house and his best friend brought two Jamie Paradis' boyfriend down to the office. As they entered where a candle-lit dinner greeted her. dates to the city for dinner at Ruth's took her out on Valentine's Day. It they saw a dozen pink roses in a "He had his family leave the house. Chris, where they ordered a valen­ started off to be a great evening. He beautiful glass vase and beside it was It was so cute." tine dinner special. After dinner they brought her out to dinner at a nice a box of candy with a teddy bear on went to Rockefeller Center via horse restaurant. "It didn't end well, top. On each present was a card One senior, who wishes to and carriage. Next a Cafe for cof­ though," she says. "I ended up get­ that held a gift certificate that entitled remain un-named, had broken up fee and then came a Broadway play. ting real sick from the clam chow­ them both to a special Valentine's with her boyfriend of five years. "We saw a late-showing of 'Les der at dinner." Day dinner. "He went all out of the Previously, though, they planned to Miserables'. It was a fun time," he way for us," says Suzie, explaining go to a family wedding of his on remembers. Jay Hayes remembers "the how special Victor made them feel. Valentine's Day. This senior was worst Valentine's Day I have ever "It was the best Valentine's Day I really excited to go, but also very Jen DiGiacomo recalls hav­ had." The holiday started when Jay ever had." Suzie explained that she nervous because she hadn't seen ing a boyfriend in high school who left roses on his girlfriend's door step and Sarah "wanted to be his Valen­ him in a while. When she arrived he suddenly "disappeared." He with a note saying to pick him up at tines again but he went away to Ja­ had a dozen roses for her. "It turned stopped seeing her and calling her. work, but by the time she got there, pan because he is in the Marines." out to be a great night." They Then one Valentine's Day the cupid the roses were wilted. Later in the danced all night and had a lot of fun. struck him. Jen had a basketball night, she picked him up from work Tatum Turner thinks her The best part was that, although it game and during half-time he showed and they were on their way to an story is "kind of cheesy," but that is didn't rekindle the relationship, they up with flowers and a Valentine's East Boston restaurant. Then sud­ what Valentine's Day is all about. became better friends. Day message. Well, apparently the denly her car broke down. A tow She remembers getting a dozen roses cupid didn't strike him hard enough truck came but wouldn't allow Jay in a special way in high school. She Rebecca Wildstein and her because it didn't last too long. "We and his girlfriend to ride along in the had eight classes a day and she re­ boyfriend of two years planned to broke up a week later," Jen says. cab of the truck so they had to call ceived a rose that was delivered to another tow. But, of course, it each class. At the end of the day, wasn't that easy. The tow truck had her boyfriend was waiting in the to make two stops on his way to parking lot with the four remaining The Observer welcomes correspondence from readers. bring them home. Finally they got roses. Afterward he brought her out Please include your name, address and daytime telephone num­ home, ending of a Valentine's Day to dinner. ber. Letters are subject to condensation. If sending your letter that they would never forget. on a disk, please be sure to use Microsoft Word to ensure com­ patibility and faster processing. Letters must be signed. So there they are. NHC's Allison Archambeault had a most unbelievable and uncensored double-date planned with her friend Valentine's Day stories. (Well not Our mailing address is: and boyfriend. Allison and her friend quite, but they are great.) Thank you were at her house getting ready to all the students who contributed Letters to the Editor while the guys took her friend's car their most memorable Valentine's The Observer to the mall to buy their gifts. They Day story. Box 1084 were supposed to be back at nine 2500 North River Rd. o'clock, but they didn't get back until Manchester, NH 03106 eleven. When they came back, though, they gave the girls each a dozen roses. The other surprise was If you are on campus, drop your letters off at either the that they left in jeans and came back Mailroom or through the slot in the door at the student mailbox in matching outfits! Because they area in the Student Center across from the Bookstore. were so late they were unable to go to the original restaurant planned.

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Krissy Koylion Suzie Phillips and Maureen Poland Sophomore Communication Major Fashion Merchandise Major and English Ed. Major "Smirles would be my perfect Valentine "Anthony Mazzotta, because he's the MADDOG. " because he's tall, dark and handsome and he knows the key to a woman's heart."

Jeff Thompson Freshman Undecided "Claire the lunch lady, for she's always eyeing me down. I don't know if she likes me or Damon Schrotberger thinks I'm stealing." Senior Business Adminstration Major "/ have not decided yet, but I have a perspective. "

Alex Coberogullari Kristin Travers, Sarah Aleo and Melissa Buffone Senior Business Administration Major Sophomore Business Admin. Majors 'Pamela Anderson would be perfect because 'Dirk Diggler from Boogie Nights because he has a nice bod.' everybody wants her."

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girlfriend. What to do in these dire from "I Know What You Did Last straits when it is just a few weeks Summer" and its sequel. As his name Surf.the.Net.Now before the prom? Enter Bozo the has not been mentioned, it is doing Clown. Who might that be? None him a favor. Next time people may other than one of Zack's "all muscle, venture into his movie unknowingly. By Ben DeGennaro no brains" friends. He devises a plan Improvisation on his acting skills to turn Ms. Geek of the decade into should be a definite first on his sched­ Happy Valentine's Day Observer readers! The most ro­ Ms. Prom Queen. ule. Our actress is no better; she has mantic day of the year is upon us. A day to spend with your signifi­ Now enters our femme fa- a woebegone look plastered on her cant other and share some romantic times. For those of you who tale, Ms. Laney Boggs, who is the face. When she cries, her expres­ can't be with your sweetheart on Valentine's Day, I have checked epitome of intensity and sensitivity. sions portray that she is desperate out a few web sites that can make your Valentine's Day a little Our hero findshimsel f all flustered, to sneeze but for some apparent rea­ more special. and at a loss of words with his first son gets stuck. The movie does Send out electronic greeting cards with Electronic Greet­ outing with her. She still adopts the boast some surprise guest stars, but ings. With E-Greetings, you can send a romantic card to your "playing hard to get" attitude. To add the logic of placing them in the movie sweetie. Check out E-Greetings at ( ). spice to the same run of the mill tale, just isn't clear. Another site for romantic greetings is BlueMontain.com ( we have the return of the ex-girl­ The film's ending lacked ). Blue Mountain creates electronic greet­ friend who makes it clear who's the emotions and appeal; the least the ing cards with sound and animation. They are cute cards that will boss in these parts. Over night Ms. director could have done with such win you points. Geek turns into Ms. Sensation. Now a poor star cast, was to improve the Order romantic movies online at ( ). we have all the guys drooling all over script and the conclusion. My ad­ Reel.com boasts tons of romantic movies that anyone who has a her, with the hero leaping into a jeal­ vice to all those who plan to spend credit card can purchase. Guys may cringe but many women love ous rages whenever necessary. I'm their valentine weekend watching romantic movies and purchasing one for your sweetie may create sure most of you must have guessed this film is to try spending a cheaper a great Valentine's Day. the anti-climax by now. What more and more entertaining time at home I have mentioned this site before but it seems appropriate is left but woe and misery for wast­ watching reruns. If many were still ing such good cash on such trash? in the romantic mood, the best op­ to put it in this article again. Check out Hallmark Online for some This movie is supposed to tion would be to watch some good great deals for Valentine's Day ( ). be one of the Valentine romances of oldies; While You Were Sleeping, Hallmark.com allows shopping online and will direct the web surfer the week; it may appeal to some Sleepless In Seattle or the fairly re­ to the closest Hallmark Store. audiences, but not those who have cent, You've Got Mail. Any thing For the daring, check out Victoria's Secret Online ( endured enough of the stale tales. would be a better option then this . Victoria's Secret hosted a fashion show Our hero is none other than the guy C- movie. online a few weeks ago. Hopefully, a few of you checked it out and ordered a few items for your girlfriend. The luxury of purchas­ ing online has had nothing but a positive effect for the majority of the companies who use it. Consumers can preview the products without leaving their home, order the item with a major credit card, and have them home delivered. To send an electronic bouquet to your sweetie, check out 800 Flowers at ( ). Web surfers can order flowers online to be sent to anywhere in the world as well as sending electronic bouquets over the Internet. Order Flowers Hope Floats; A Great online at FTD ( ) and send electronic flowers at Virtual Florist ( ). Valentine Flick Discover the history of Valentine's Day at ( )• By Melissa Cowdrey the firstpar t of the film looking for a If you're single and you're looking for someone, check job in the town and eventually gets outLuvLinkat( ), American Singles at ( Valentine's Day is a great one working at a film-developing ) or Swoon at ( day for couples to watch romantic store. Bernice wants her daddy to The final site I recommend is CupidNet at ( movies together. If you're single, come to Smithville and bring her )• you may enjoy watching movies, back home with him. He comes to As usual I urge you to visit my personal homepage at ( too, to imagine that you're in the visit but he won't take Bernice back ). Feel free to email me with any ques­ movie or that your life may one day with him, which upsets her very tions regarding my site, these articles, or anything about comput­ be that great. Hope Floats is that much. Justin Matisse, played by ers and the Internet. My email address is kind of movie. Sandra Bullock and Harry Connick Jr., was never popu­ . Happy Surfing and Happy Harry Connick Jr. star in this won­ lar in high school, but always had a Valentine's Day! derfully sweet romance. Sandra's crush on Birdee. Birdee's mom tries character, Birdee Calvert, gets many times throughout the movie to brought onto TV to find out that her set them up. Even though Birdee She's All That... and husband has been cheating on her tries to stay away from him, she with her best friend. She decides to seems to bump into him often, and take her daughter Bernice, played they even start to become friends. more Saved by the Bell, this film involves by Mae Whitman, and return home Birdee needs someone to talk to, but an all-American high school. That to Smithville, TX to live with her it is hard for her to trust anyone ByBinduRai means the all-American kids are mother. again. Birdee realizes that even present with their summer tales and Everyone from Birdee's high though she couldn't trust everyone upcoming prom highlights. In the school graduating class who still lives in her life, she needed to let herself If you think this flick is a midst of this melee we have the star in the town remembers her. She was be happy and trust again. The end­ sweet pick for viewing with that spe­ of our show, Zack Silar. He is the the Homecoming Queen, the Prom ing of this movie makes it worth see­ cial someone, think again. A com­ most popular guy on campus who Queen, and she married the high ing. I hope you enjoy this movie and bination of Beverly Hills 90210 and has just been given the boot by his school quarterback. Birdee spends have a great Valentine's Day.

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Valentine Dining

By Michael Lascelles

How many guys out there course it depends on your appetite. are wondering, where should I take The meals more than fill you up, but my girlfriend for Valentine's day? the dessert looks so tempting you Well I offer an answer, Cafe Pavone. somehow find room for them. Cafe Pavone is an Italian restaurant So if you want to show your with a cozy atmosphere and friendly significant other that you know how wait staff, Cafe Pavone could make to pick a restaurant give Cafe your night into a memory. Pavone a call. They're located down The restaurant has an ex­ in the old mill area of Manchester, quisite menu whose focus is mostly past Fratello's but before the bus on Italian entrees. Their alfredo and station. But you had better call to­ pesto sauces are wonderful on any day because it's bound to be sold of your favorite pastas. The restau­ out quick. rant is moderately priced, but of

Here are 25 movies Valentine's Italian Style chosen by our staff that would make good By Andrea Hill Are you looking for a place to also offers filet mignon, fresh brick bring your sweetheart on Valentine's oven pizzas and of course pasta. It Valentine's Day flicks. Day? Well how about going Italian wouldn't be Italian without the pasta. this year. Fratello's is a great Italian I can't leave out some of the des­ restaurant for the big night. Fratello's serts; canolies, spumonis and home­ 1. Mad Love is located on Dow St. in the old mills, made teri mi sus to name a few. The 2. Legends of the Fall which is a beautiful building. It has service isn't so bad either. a warm friendly environment, not to Fratello's does however get 3. Sleepless in Seattle mention the great food. busy very quick and they don't have 4. Dirty Dancing They have tons of items on reservations. It is first come first their menu. Chicken Marsala made serve. So, if you don't want to be 5. Ghost with tender chicken strips, mush­ waiting in line for a couple of hours 6. Cocktail rooms and a marsala wine sauce and get there early. Italian pie made with ricotta, moz- I give Fratello's two thumbs up I. Titanic zarella, and parmesan cheeses, sau­ on food and service and recommend 8. Beauty and the Beast sage, pepperoni, tomato sauce and it to anyone looking for a romantic ziti, are only two of the many things evening at an Italian restaurant. 9. Pretty Woman on the menu at Fratello's. Fratello's 10. One Fine Day II. Up Close and Personal 12. Lady and the Tramp 13. Cinderella 14. City of Angels 15. Hope Floats 16. Jerry Maguire 17. Romeo and Juliet 18. Bridges of Madison County 19. Forever Young 20. Sixteen Candles 21. My Best Friend's Wedding 22. Body Guard 23. Untamed Heart 24. Bed of Roses 25. Love Story Beware of Cupid this Valentine's Day!

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