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‘Lights’ follow-up a Cider Week ushers in fall season By BRYNA SHUMAN early 20th century, when Pro- hibition banned alcoholic dark, subtle evolution From Oct. 12 to 21, New York drinks. Now, regional orchards By ALEXANDRIA ETHRIDGE excellence, albeit with a few new and the Greater Hudson River are working to re-establish the twists to keep fans interested in her Valley area will host the second popularity of this distinctive Ellie Goulding has stepped out most recent release. annual Cider Week. More than American beverage. of the lights and into the shad- The album starts with a sur- 180 local restaurants, shops Cider Week was founded ows for her second album, “Hal- prisingly dark tone on tracks and bars will participate, fea- in 2011 by Glynwood, an ag- cyon.” The follow-up to 2010’s “Don’t Say A Word” and “My turing hard cider from regional ricultural not-for-profit or- dance-pop album “Lights” is Blood,” which are set to a down- orchards and special tastings. ganization. Its mission is to much darker in sound, content tempo beat accompanied by ee- In addition featuring hard ci- strengthen local food systems and style, as Goulding delves rie synths and rustic drums. Lead der at various locations, Cider and farming communities. Ci- deeper into her mind to produce single “Anything Could Happen” Week will include more than der Week, part of Glynwood’s some truly captivating songs. returns to Goulding’s signature 35 special events and classes Apple Project, is one of the an- “Lights” was a near-perfect re- style of upbeat and introspec- throughout the city, with more nual autumn events designed cord, blending synths and tech- tive pop, followed by other added every day. COURTESY OF FIRST PRESS PR to help achieve this mission. no dance beats with Goulding’s solid tracks such as “Only You” Highlights include a Cider “The goal of Cider Week is unconventional but impressive and “Halcyon.” Dinner at culinary salon City Cider Week draws crowds of to build appreciation and de- voice. Yet it was the singer’s The album’s best track is “I Grit on Oct. 15, as well as Ap- apple lovers for the second time. mand for hard ciders, and in deeply honest and intricately- Know You Care,” which takes a plepalooza 2012 at Astor Cen- so doing, help support local or- written lyrics that really made her more stripped-down approach ter on Oct. 18. There will also paired with cheeses from this chards while also reviving heir- stand out from the barrage of oth- with piano-centric instrumentals be a Cheese and Cider event at popular artisan cheese shop. loom apple varieties,” said Kayt er aspiring pop stars. Thankfully, Bklyn Larder on Oct. 19, where Hard cider was a traditional Goulding upholds this standard of GOULDING continued on PG. 4 ciders from Eve’s Cidery will be American beverage until the CIDER continued on PG. 5 2 WASHINGTON SQUARE NEWS | TUESDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2012 | NYUNEWS.COM

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Olson as the keynote of “Making event the law school held in 1968 better understand the case. This findings, Israel receives 60 percent Constitutional Change: The Past, titled, “Sex, Politics and the Law: straightforward approach al- of U.S. Foreign Military Financing Present, and Future Role of Perry v. Lesbians and Gay Men Take the Of- lowed the litigators to explain and has been the largest benefi- Brown” held on Friday at the NYU fensive,” which addressed the Su- what they saw as important ciary of U.S. foreign aid since 1976. School of Law. preme Court case Bowers v. Hard- components of their work. This session featured notable The symposium also featured nu- wick. In this case, the court upheld Olson explained how he speakers such as Ilan Pappé and merous panels over the course of the constitutionality of a Georgia was able to reconcile his be- Noam Chomsky and jurors includ- two days and a reading of the play law criminalizing sodomy, proving lief in marriage equality with ing Alice Walker and Angela Davis, “8,” which Oscar-winning screen- NYU Law has always been involved his Republican values, saying in hopes of garnering media attention. writer Dustin Lance Black wrote in sexual orientation equality. that “building a family [and] However, Wolf said this has VIA FACEBOOK.COM about Proposition 8. Proposition 8 “The law school has been at the creating a stable home, is a proven to be extremely difficult, The Russell Tribunal discussed was a California ballot proposition forefront since at least 1978 when conservative value.” particularly in the United States. Israel’s international violations. and a state constitutional amend- it was the first U.S. law school to Boies also discussed the un- “There is an enforced blackout of ment passed November 2008 that deny career services to employers derlying motivations behind Palestinian voices and points of view tribunal as an important event to stated only marriage between a who discriminated on the basis of the suit. in the U.S.,” Wolf said. “Mainstream change public perception. man and a woman was valid or sexual orientation,” Kelley said. “We put prejudice and fear media were well-informed about “It is without a doubt a historic recognized in California. Perry v. Brown might also be on on trial, and prejudice and fear our tribunal with some of the most step in the right direction,” Ra- “The symposium, like a happy its way to the Supreme Court, as lost,” he said. prominent names in civil rights, jeh said. “For years, dissent or marriage, I suppose, is the result the Prop. 8 supporters who lost in Both Boies and Olson spoke of scholarly, cultural and legal circles criticism of Israel has been seen of a lot of love and collaboration,” the 9th Circuit have petitioned to the changing attitudes toward and simply refused to cover it.” as taboo, but with this tribunal, said Mateya Kelley, a symposium have the case heard this year. same-sex marriage, saying the Ilan Pappé, the opening speaker we hope it will encourage un- editor. “Every participant in the Gallatin junior Joe Ehrman- way to achieve progress is to cre- at the tribunal and a renowned derstanding the conflict as not a event, including the keynoters, Dupre stated that it is important for ate dialogue. Israeli historian, said the main- relationship between equal par- organizers and staged-reading NYU to give forum to these types “We are afraid of losing, but stream media must use a histori- ties, but as one that consists of an performers, is volunteering his or of discussions. we’re confident in the argu- cal perspective to fully understand oppressor and an oppressed.” her time.” “I personally believe in the fight ment we’re making,” Olson the issue. The Russell Tribunal on Palestine In addition to the keynote, the for marriage equality,” Ehrman- said. “[Marriage equality] is “I think that hearing a different plans to hold its final session in Feb- symposium hosted panels dealing Dupre said. “Same-sex marriage right for America, just plain narrative, a different version of ruary 2013 to present the cumula- with various questions on how will allow for non-normative morally right.” these events ... eventually makes tive conclusions of all the hearings. Perry v. Brown has affected the deemed relationships and sexual- way on how politicians, journalists The location of this session has not LGBTQ community and future ity to become more visible in so- Margaret Eby is a and the common public relate to yet been announced. marriage equality litigation. ciety. I personally look forward to contributing writer. Email the issue of Palestine,” Pappé said. Not only is the case historic for getting married myself.” her at [email protected]. Emah Rajeh, a CAS junior and Veronica Carchedi is member of NYU Students for Jus- a contributing writer. Email tice in Palestine, said he sees the her at [email protected]. David Blaine leaves SEX continued from PG. 1 audiences electrified at Pier 54 By ANDREW KARPAN connected to a sound-system that NYU ranked second-best played haunting dark melodies, Career Guinness World Record which corresponded to the level university for student sex life holder and stunt-shocker David and direction of electricity hitting ranking made sense when consider- features, including access to infor- Blaine returned to his hometown Blaine. ing demographics. mation, support concerning sexu- of this weekend to Musicians such as Andrew W.K. “As girls, I think it came more as a al activity and an environment show off his newest stunt — get- performed, connecting their instru- surprise to us, because guys kind of of personal responsibility and ting electrocuted. ments to the electrical circuits that have their pick,” Travis said. concern for others. The 39-year-old magician, who controlled the coils shocking Blaine. “It’s a lot easier for [boys],” McDer- “Meaningful relationships are of- has already achieved international Dan Vitetta, a magician who mott said. “There are tons of girls ten found where people share val- fame for feats like being buried visited Pier 54 with his family this everywhere. If you want to have sex ues and the most basic values are alive for a week and holding his weekend, said Blaine’s new stunt you could, but we don’t see it as any those of respect and a willingness to breath underwater for record- was unique and impressive. different from any other school.” participate with others to ensure ev- breaking times, staged his newest VIA FACEBOOK.COM “It absolutely has to be a spiri- Despite the female to male ratio eryone’s well-being,” Apodaca said. act at Hudson River Park’s Pier 54: David Blaine performed an tual experience for Blaine,” Vitetta at NYU, CAS freshman Eliza Her- “At all times, people must respect “Electrified: One Million Volts Al- electrical stunt at Pier 54. said. “To be up there without any ring believes finding a partner in the dignity inherent in each person ways On.” food, without anything, just him New York City is not as difficult as and their bodies. Close relation- For the stunt, Blaine subjected puters were prominently used to and the electricity. How many it may seem. ships are built on the knowledge himself to one million volts of control the volts of electricity hit- other people ever try to do some- “Even though there seems that your partner is an advocate for electrical power for 72 hours ting Blaine. thing like that?” like there are a limited number your happiness and dignity.” straight, wearing only a full-body Rick Swenson, one of the event’s However, not everyone shared of straight guys, I’ve found just But CAS senior Jesse Rueckert chain-mail suit for protection. Intel-employed staff, drew the re- Vitetta’s enthusiasm. NYU theo- the opposite,” Herring said. “I said the list is irrelevant because it In comparison, the lethal third lationship between Blaine’s stunt retical physics professor Alexan- feel as if having a sex life here is seems to focus on heterosexuality. rail that operates New York City and his employers’ mission. der Grosberg criticized the act almost guaranteed.” “I think there’s plenty of sex go- subways carries only 625 volts. “Both Blaine and Intel are on as purposeless. LSP freshman Grace Pleehall said ing on at NYU, but a lot of it is defi- Blaine, who was able to make the forefront of electrical ingenu- “It is a very stupid idea for a man NYU is ranked second because rules nitely not going on between guys only limited movements, was sur- ity, and today it’s all coming to- to spend 72 hours without sleep, in the area are less stringent than and girls,” Rueckert said. viving with barely any nourishment. gether,” Swenson said. “We hope food and water standing on some other universities. However, the Playboy article did But he looked to be in high spirits, that this event both teaches peo- platform,” Grosberg said. “I do not “NYU dorms don’t care if you have not specify whether or not it fo- smiling and waving to the crowd ple something about physics and see any goal or any purpose in this members of the opposite sex stay cused exclusively on heterosexual from his glowing red metal mask. electricity, as well as shows people except seeking a cheap popularity. over in your room,” Pleehall said. intercourse or if homosexual inter- The event was sponsored by the what Ultrabooks can do.” It has no underlying interesting Paul Apodaca, associate profes- course was also considered. international computer chip man- The event was open to the pub- physics or science.” sor of anthropology at Chapman ufacturer Intel, which used the lic, and visitors were allowed University, said the type of uni- Marilyn La Jeunesse is event to promote the Ultrabook, to use the computers to control Andrew Karpan is versity environment that fosters a contributing writer. 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GOULDING continued from PG. 1 Goulding’s sophomore effort Superhero television plays to lyrical strengths revolution may be coming By LAURA WOLFORD would make for terrific television. der Woman.” The show was not and a chorus scattered through Frank Castle, alter ego of The Pun- a huge hit in the 1970s, but with the song. The song sounds Comic book characters have be- isher, has all the vengeful spirit of all the hype surrounding Marvel’s more like a reassurance than come essential fixtures of modern Batman without any of the moral “Black Widow,” this would be a a bold declaration of feeling, entertainment. Movies have bene- scruples. Castle is a vigilante whose perfect time for DC to take Wonder which is heartbreaking and fited the most from this superhero fight against the criminals and Woman out of the vault. She has a beautiful to hear. craze, with “The Avengers” making mobs of New York City is nothing massive following and a comic book “Halcyon” plays to Goulding’s more than $200 million its opening short of a bloody, one-man war. He history dating back to 1941. Won- strengths — her vocal versatil- weekend, but TV is starting to capi- murders, kidnaps, extorts and tor- der Woman exudes confidence, ity and lyrical skills. Her voice talize on the trend. From “The Walk- tures his victims. strength and moral conviction — is alternately controlled and ing Dead” to the upcoming “Arrow,” Castle is the perfect antihero for a great role model for young girls free on tracks like “Only You.” which premieres this Wednesday, cable television and might be a nice everywhere. She is independent, An interesting innovation in comic books are beginning to real- fit for HBO. He has a large enough loving, fierce, and sympathetic this album is the incorpora- VIA WIKIPEDIA.ORG ize their small-screen potential. following to attract an audience on while still maintaining her au- tion of dubstep elements, like Translating comics to TV has al- his own, and viewers would be able thenticity. She has the potential to the smashing bass featured in ing track, “Don’t Say A Word,” ways been a problem. For starters, to sympathize with his motivation: become an inspirational empower- “Hanging On.” The technique which repeats the same phrase many big-name actors are simply his murdered family. “The Punish- ment figure for the modern era. is used subtly and sparingly, for nearly two minutes. not interested in TV. This leaves er’s” story is often portrayed like a Many significant comic book but enough to give the album a Still, “Halcyon” is a solid second lesser-known actors, who often crime show, an angle that could be characters are too emotionally decidedly more trance-like feel album. Goulding has managed have just as much talent but con- taken in plenty of different direc- complex for a movie to fully grap- than its dance-pop predecessor. the nearly impossible task of siderably less draw power, with the tions — from a basic revenge arc ple with in only two hours. Some However, a noticeable flaw in maintaining her original sound pressure of carrying iconic char- to an exploration of the dark psy- characters are a better fit for the “Halcyon” is the relative lack while heading in a new and inter- acters to the small screen. Thus, chological contortions of his mind. small screen not because they can’t of depth in many of Goulding’s esting direction that leaves listen- many comic book TV shows falter Castle is a very complex character, support their own movie, but be- songs. The lyrics and choruses ers in eager anticipation of her after just a few episodes. However, and having multiple episodes to cause their stories are more intrigu- are more repetitious than in next musical venture. there are two comics that have the fully explore his multifaceted per- ing when told over time. her best work, and many of potential to escape this trap and sonality would make for very emo- the verses are disappointingly Alexandria Ethridge is make great TV adaptations. tionally compelling television. Laura Wolford is a unoriginal. A prime example a staff writer. Email her First, though it may be dark, Another old comic-based show contributing writer. Email her at of this is the album’s open- at [email protected]. Marvel Comics’ “The Punisher” that deserves a reboot is “Won- [email protected].

Solid, relevant satire in Passioned performances cannot save ‘Nowhere’ ‘Ememy of the People’ By ISABEL JONES because of her devotion to By OLIVIA GEORGE Enemy of the People” was itself written in her incarcerated spouse and response to the horrified reception that Steeped in soulful con- restructures her forseeable “Never wear your favorite trousers when greeted the playwright’s previous work, a temporary music and an future around phone calls you go out to fight for freedom and justice,” play called “Ghosts.” adept use of montage, direc- and visitation hours. We are warns Dr. Thomas Stockman in Henrik Ib- Gaines’ performance does justice to the tor Ava DuVernay’s “Middle led to believe that this is a sen’s autobiographical tour-de-force, “An playwright’s fiery words — and then some. of Nowhere” beautifully result of true love, as Ruby Enemy of the People.” “Every single exclamation mark stays,” he captures the plight of its counts down the minutes This classic play is the story of a spa town bellows about the passionate punctuation conflicted lead character. until Derek’s parole hearing, where the major sources of income — pub- in his report on the baths’ contamination. However, strengths in art reflecting upon the comfort- lic baths — have become infested with poi- “If in doubt, add more.” This statement is direction cannot distract ing moments of simpler from the film’s weak and times when they were to- sonous bacteria. Upon making the discov- delivered towards the beginning of the play limited plot. Though well- gether. Unfortunately, what ery, Dr. Stockman, strikingly portrayed by when the doctor’s reputation remains un- acted, the characters’ scenes happens in prison does not four-time Tony Award-winner Boyd Gaines, sullied, and Gaines flies about the stage in frequently seem unrealistic always stay there, and cer- goes to work trying to convince the town to near-boyish fervor over his discovery. and childish. Full of pro- tain truths come to the fore- shut the baths down. The actor’s transformation of the char- found silences and moments front that force Ruby to see But the people will not listen. Instead they acter throughout the play is masterful. At of wistful eye contact, “No- her husband beyond love’s buy into the cost-effective lies espoused the end of the play, he carries himself with where” certainly goes about rose-tinted lenses. Every- VIA FACEBOOK.COM by the mayor, who also happens to be Dr. slumped shoulders but an upturned chin. setting a mood, but in do- thing is thrown into limbo as Stockman’s brother. Gaines presents the stature of a man who ing so only raises expecta- Ruby begins to question her of squandered potential. The doctor and his family are run out of knows he has lost but refuses to submit. tions that remain unmet. choices and the strength of In a world where Tyler town, but Stockman never wavers in his Opening just a little over a month before Introducing a series of grand her marriage. Perry films often represent convictions, holding on to the ideal that it election day, the Theater Club’s conflicts, “Nowhere” fo- Regardless of the film’s the only African-American is important to take a stand, even if that revival has the sought-after element of rel- cuses more on maintaining weaknesses, its cast excels. cinema coming out of Holly- means standing alone. evance, expressing bold ideas about the ig- a muted color scheme and David Oyelowo, for instance, wood, “Middle of Nowhere” Dr. Stockman is widely viewed as a dra- norance of the majority and the corruption art-house-vibe than actually takes on the supporting is truly a trailblazer. Director matic embodiment of Ibsen himself, whose of politicians. working toward resolutions. role of the even-keeled bus Ava DuVernay made history work was often criticized as scandalous. “An Early on in the play, one character insists, “Middle of Nowhere” ex- driver, Brian, with controlled at the 2012 Sundance Film Festival as the first African- “All the same, one ought to vote at any amines the marriage of subtlety and instant charis- American woman to receive rate,” to which another replies, “Even if one Ruby (Emayatzy Corinealdi) ma. Hardwick is so good as the award for Best Director. doesn’t know anything about what is going and Derek (Omari Hard- Derek that it is a pity he isn’t “Nowhere” is nothing short on?” Moments like these hit especially hard wick), a young couple forc- onscreen more. ibly separated by Derek’s of well-made; the problem this time of year. Derek’s story is left largely eight-year prison sentence. untold, and questions of his lies in its inability to look past “An Enemy of the People” is play- Acted by an entirely African- arrest, sentence, and mar- its stylistic elements. While ing an open run at MTC’s Samuel J. American cast — except riage linger unpleasantly visually stimulating, the audi- Friedman Theater, 261 W. 47th St. for the small role of Der- even after the credits have ence needs more to hold on For tickets and more information see ek’s lawyer — “Nowhere” rolled. “Nowhere” possesses to and more to invest in. anenemyofthepeoplebroadway.com. plunges into a unique realm all the components of poten- COURTESY OF THE MANHATTAN THEATRE CLUB of American cinema. The tial success, but doesn’t quite Isabel Jones is a Boyd Gaines and Richard Thomas deliver Olivia George is a staff writer. story follows Ruby, who know how to put them to contributing writer. Email strong performances as embittered brothers. 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CIDER continued from PG. 1 New restaurant heats up Bleecker Street Festival for By TANAY HUDSON In June 2012, New York City chef Waldy spiked cider Malouf opened High Heat Pizza, Burgers & Tap on Bleecker Street near NYU’s campus. celebrates old The concept of this eatery is to serve thin crust pizza coupled with smokestack burg- favorite ers, all cooked at high temperatures. Mathers, the public relations officer in Jeffrey Skiba, director of operations, charge of Cider Week. says cooking with high temperatures Cider Week was brought back this makes food more flavorful. year after an overwhelming response “We cook with a high temperature from last year’s inaugural event. oven that is kept at 600 degrees,” Skiba “We were overwhelmed by the said. “Cooking in high heat creates a positive response and the number of condense[d] flavor component and makes participants last year,” Mathers said. the cheese, dough and burger taste a cer- “Wine directors, restaurant managers tain way.” and wine buyers were eager to help Their burgers are anything but ordi- BRYAN NELSON FOR WSN raise awareness about hard cider as a nary; they consist of a special combina- Chef Waldy Malouf opened High Heat Pizza, Burgers & Tap near NYU in June. category in general, and as a lighter tion of 25 percent dry-aged brisket and 75 and gluten-free alternative to beer percent certified Angus beef, blended by Burger is a 30-ounce dry-aged burger consist- small pizzas and $14 to $17 for large pizzas. or wine.” butcher Debragga and Spitler, specifically ing of bacon, bleu cheese and sautéed egg. Bleecker Street’s new addition is a hit Emily Theon, a student at the Graduate for High Heat. The vegan and non-beef choices include with locals as well. School of Arts and Science, finds the Dry-aged brisket is placed in a temperature- the Wood Oven Roasted Vegan Umami “It’s one of the best burgers in this area,” concept of Cider Week intriguing. controlled room for 30 days. This causes Burger with shiitake, lentils, black beans, said Mike Eerri, 27, a frequent customer. “I’m impressed by the large number the moisture to be sucked out of the tofu, sweet potato and roasted garlic-to- So what makes this place different from of participating locations and vendors meat, causing a layer of fat to form on mato sauce, and the 13-spice Organic Tur- the other restaurants surrounding NYU? coming together to support such a the outside. During this process, the fla- key Burger with chopped pickle vegeta- “You can come in and have a quick great cause,” Theon said. “The support vor of the beef gets centralized into the ble slaw and hot and sour vinegar sauce. lunch, or come and sit down and have of local businesses, in this case farms meat, creating a steak-like quality and a Made with domestic and imported chees- a homemade cocktail and have a differ- and orchards, is an important one, and savory flavor. es, their pizzas include novelties like the ent experience,” Skiba said. “The quality I can’t think of a better way than Cider The selection of grilled smokestack Bacon, Egg and Sausage pizza with roasted of the food also speaks [to] what people Week to highlight that.” burgers includes the signature High Heat red peppers, arugula and cheddar. It also in- are looking for ... We are preparing every- Cider Week begins Friday, Oct. Burger with lettuce, tomatoes, grilled cludes the 13-Spice BBQ Pork Pizza and the thing ourselves and it comes across in the 12. For a complete list of partici- onions, homemade pickles and High Broken Meatballs pizza with fresh oregano, food we are serving.” pating vendors and events, visit Heat sauce, and Burger ‘N’ Greens which mozzarella and parmesan. High Heat is located at 154 Bleecker St. ciderweekny.com. is your choice of burger with mixed green They also offer a variety of seltzer floats, at Thompson Street. salad, zucchini, parmesan and vinaigrette tossed french fries and salads. Bryna Shuman is a contributing writer. and more. Prices are student-friendly with the burgers Tanay Hudson is a contributing writer. Email her at [email protected]. For parties of three or more, the Max ranging from $5.25 to $11.95; $7 to $10 for Email her at [email protected].

Get the most from Trendy chain opens largest your toast: add avocado location in West Village By ARIANA DIVALENTINO unpretentious style. By KIMBERLY BUESSER The restaurant aims to be NYU student- The creaminess of an avocado combined with crispy toast makes for the perfect The Westville restaurant chain will be open- friendly, so accordingly, the food is moderately snack or meal. This is a great and easy way to revamp your day-old bread. Avocados ing a new location at 333 Hudson St. on Oct. priced, with most entrees priced at $14, $18- are least expensive in the summer, so eat them up now while they are still approxi- 15, making it the fourth and largest location. $22 specials and $7.50 to $13 sandwiches. The mately one dollar apiece. Avocados, a superfood, provide us with essential nutrients Known for serving simple but high-quality, all- dessert menu includes traditional pies and cob- such as fiber, vitamin E, potassium and folic acid. The healthy fats in avocados fill American lunch, dinner and weekend brunch, blers that cost $7 per serving. Westville provides us up and suppress hunger so we don’t feel the need to snack throughout the day. Westville is already well-established spot in vegetarian and vegan options such as vegetarian and among the NYU commu- hot dogs and burgers, which may further con- nity due to its locations in the West Village, East tribute to its appeal among the NYU community. PREP TIME: 15 minutes COOK TIME: 10 minutes Village and Chelsea. Tisch sophomore Matthews Harris enjoyed Westville’s menu features mainly fresh and the burger and salad he ordered at the first West classic preparations of various meats and fish Village location, but found the prices restricting. INGREDIENTS: such as their Grilled Lemon Herb Marinated “It wasn’t terribly pricey, but it’s not ex- Chicken with choice of two sides ($14) and actly college-budget friendly,” Harris said. 3 ripe avocados bread, preferably whole wheat) more varied daily specials as well as salads, “I enjoyed their food, but I’m not sure if 1/2 a lemon, squeezed Extra virgin olive oil sandwiches, burgers and hot dogs. The stand- I would feel very compelled to go to the 1/4 cup of chopped fresh cilantro Cherry tomatoes out feature is the Westville Market, a collec- new restaurant.” 1 clove of garlic, minced Salt tion of approximately 20 to 30 vegetable sides An inviting atmosphere is important to French bread (or any type of fresh Pepper prepared in various ways. These vary from Strauss. His high standard is reflected in the DIRECTIONS: simple dishes like sautéed cherry tomatoes, classic, clean décor, which is still coming to- to the more exotic fried plantains with cotija gether at Westville Hudson, but is already vis- 1. Peel the avocados and remove the for five minutes, then flip and cook cheese. The daily specials also feature desserts, ible in its square layout, mostly neutral color pit. Mash them in a bowl with a fork. the other side for five minutes. including seasonal items like pumpkin pie ($7). palette and large windows. This welcoming 2. Add the lemon juice, cilantro 7. Remove bread from the frying Aside from the spaciousness of the new res- quality may be partially responsible for the and garlic. pan and top with avocado mixture, taurant, it will be the first in the chain to have chain’s success. 3. Add a dash of salt and pepper. cherry tomatoes and another sprig a full liquor license, allowing the new Westville “We feel like a lot of people love our places,” 4. Fill a frying pan with a light coating of of cilantro. to accommodate a bar and serve cocktails. The Strauss said about Westville’s expansion. olive oil — a little more than a teaspoon. 8. Food blog “Cookie and Kate” bar will have its own menu that chef Berty “We have three that are very established.” 5. Turn the stove on medium heat also has an amazing recipe for Richter is currently planning. “Our attention, long-term, is to continue to and warm the frying pan. avocado toast and many other “It’s not a comfort food place, but it’s not, not expand,” he said. “There may even be one in 6. Add the sliced bread and cook appetizing ideas. a comfort food place,” owner Jay Strauss said your hometown one day.” about Westville’s atmosphere and menu. He Kimberly Buesser is a contributing writer. Email her at [email protected]. painted the wall trim of the new location him- Ariana Divalentino is a contributing writer. self — attesting to the chain’s welcoming and Email her at [email protected]

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ECONOMY STAFF EDITORIAL Big box retail hurts small business By BRANDON JACOBI chain stores everywhere I looked. In to the community. They support Little fact, every time I walked to the subway League teams, town libraries and lo- Saudi IKEA catalogue While watching the presidential on 86th Street, I was reminded that cal events. Big box retail stores send debate this past Wednesday night, I there is a Duane Reade on both York their profits back to their headquar- perpetuates sexist culture noticed something interesting. No, it and First avenues. It is a good thing ters hundreds of miles away. A for- wasn’t Mitt Romney’s unwavering de- there are two of the same store just one mer supervisor asked a neighboring sire to kill and eat Big Bird for Thanks- block away from each other because CVS to donate to the local art show giving, but rather both candidates’ em- that is completely practical and an — a big annual event in town — to phasis on supporting small business to effective use of space. which CVS declined. When the small help the economy grow. This notion Big box retail stores have a malevolent stores get hurt, who will support the strikes close to home, as my mother has business model aimed at obliterating community? Brad and Angelina? owned a private pharmacy in the sub- their competition. They lure you in with We as consumers need to become urbs of Westchester, N.Y. since 1998. My category killers, meaning they drop the educated as to where our money is hometown of Armonk is full of mom- price of certain products lower than a going. As both presidential candidates and-pop stores, creating a close-knit nearby independent store could afford realize, thriving local businesses cre- community where everyone knows to sell the item. Their plan is that once ate more jobs and help spur a thriving each other. a customer is shopping he or she will economy. According to the U.S. Small Recently, an out-of-town property buy other items that are not so cheap Business Administration, small busi- owner signed a lease with CVS, forcing without realizing it. Customers think a nesses are responsible for 65 percent out our only grocery store in the pro- large chain is competitive on everything of new jobs created over the last 17 cess. This will be the first big box retail when, in reality, independents have cer- years. These privately owned busi- IKEA is facing criticism in the wake of the re- store in Armonk and will change its tain products that are cheaper. And they nesses are vital for a town’s character lease of their latest Saudi Arabian catalogue, in character and charm forever. There are do have everything. Drug stores have and once that is taken away, it can which the company airbrushed women out of its 22 CVS’s in a 10-mile radius of Armonk. become grocery stores, hardware stores, never be restored. photos. Many public officials in Sweden, where I’m almost certain this breaks some sort pet stores, card stores, toy stores, frame So the next time you are out shop- IKEA was founded 70 years ago, condemned the of ethical law about having a particular stores and more. One-stop shopping. ping, whether it is for a pack of gum removal of the women and argued for more number of miserable employees in a re- Independents cannot afford to or a big-screen television, you have a egalitarian attitudes concerning gender. stricted space. Unfortunately, this is not stay in business anymore, leaving responsibility to ask yourself in whose While IKEA does not carry sole responsibil- only pertinent to my hometown, as it vacancies that no other indepen- pockets your money is winding up. ity for upholding or shifting the values of a na- followed me when I moved to the city dents want to fill and rolling out the tion, the process by which rights advancements as well. red carpet for other chain stores to Brandon Jacobi is a occur is piecemeal. A well-publicized incident Being a newcomer to the Upper East compete to set up shop. contributing columnist. Email like this is detrimental to the progressive move- Side, I was surprised to see so many Small, local businesses also give back him at [email protected]. ment toward women’s equality. By making con- cessions to the tendencies of Saudi culture to oppress or ignore women, IKEA is perpetuating MEDIA the problem. IKEA has airbrushed women out of its Saudi Arabian catalogues since the 1980s. But now it is 2012: a time when women and men have equal op- PBS should not be used as political tool portunity throughout many regions of the world. By SIDDHI SUNDAR argument is that less than 15 percent ber one source of media content for While IKEA should respect the religious values of of the network budget is subsidized by pre-school teachers.” the nations in which it operates, there is a fine line In a Washington Post article follow- federal funding. Which means the bulk Past the numbers, even a brief scan of between politeness to a country and complete dis- ing former Gov. Mitt Romney’s contro- of PBS always has and will inevitably PBS program offerings makes the net- respect to an entire gender. versial Big Bird comment during last continue to be supported by private work’s commitment to increased pub- Regardless of the company’s claims, this is more week’s presidential debate, right-wing groups, eliminating the need to dip into lic awareness enormously self-evident. than a retouch. It is a visceral elimination of the columnist Henry D’Andrea wrote the taxpayer money because the network “Frontline,” “Washington Week” and female population in a region that is already cred- following in stalwart support of the GOP will supposedly survive regardless. “PBS NewsHour” highlight critical pub- ited with stifling women’s rights and stunting gen- hopeful: “The First Amendment allows Perhaps the damage in urban America lic affairs. “American Experience” and der equality. Pretending that women do not exist Americans the right to free speech. It is relatively corrigible, but the dramatic “American Masters” provide essential merely exacerbates a stigma prevalent throughout does not allow them the right to force effect on rural communities without history lessons. “Nova” and “Nature” the region. In the exclusion, IKEA sheds light on a others to fund their speech, especially cable, satellite or even Internet accessi- are pioneers of educational science tele- culture where women lack a voice in many aspects when the debt is well over $16 trillion.” bility cannot be overlooked. Cutting fed- vision. “POV” and “Independent Lens,” of daily life. This, among the slew of consequent eral funds has the potential to take out series devoted to independent nonfic- After 30 years, we are glad to see this issue media commentary on the need to cut entire local stations, stripping people of tion, provide outlets for documentary finally surfacing into the public spotlight. government subsidization to PBS, flung the minimal educational outlets they filmmakers to showcase critical work IKEA should not alter reality for profit in Saudi loyal network supporters into furious up- had access to from the outset. to audiences beyond the confines of the Arabia. Other companies will look to IKEA’s roar — with #KillBigBird leading the vir- A viral Facebook infographic issued by festival circuit. model when deciding how to approach this is- tual movement — and for good reason. the network frames PBS’s influence in PBS is, in all regards, a negligible fi- sue. IKEA has an opportunity to correct its mis- For starters, “force others to fund their American viewership. While only three nancial burden for its tremendous alle- take and promote a message of gender equality speech”? Ambushing America’s most percent of high school students take an giance to a more illuminated America. A in a region where it has previously been lost accessible avenue for academic cultiva- astronomy course, “5 million people network dedicated to the advancement between the couch cushions. tion is a scathing blow to a network that explore the wonders of the universe of a more educated and informed pub- has been a torchbearer of democracy in each week on ‘Nova,’” PBS said. In the lic should never be the scapegoat of a Email the WSN Editorial Board at American education and public engage- last broadcast year alone, stations “of- political agenda, especially one built on [email protected]. ment since the 1970s. Especially when fered more than 500 hours of arts and gross exaggerations, impractical prom- PBS feeds on less than 0.02 percent of cultural programming.” And of course, ises and a shallow understanding of EDITORIAL BOARD: the total federal budget — an alarmingly in response to Romney’s attack on Big educational democracy. Chris DiNardo (Chair), Jessica Littman (Co-Chair), insignificant amount when scaling its Bird, a national icon for youth educa- Christopher Drake, Sanchay Jain, Sasha Leshner, tangible social impact with its actual tion and interaction, the numbers back Siddhi Sundar is a contributing columnist. Peter Murphy, Raquel Woodruff and Richard Zhang. budgetary damage. A leading counter- up PBS’s claim that they are the “num- Email her at [email protected].

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EDITED BY THE WSN STAFF SPORTS [email protected] Violets win third straight, two players set new records By SARA LEVY Menta and senior [forward] Serra Tumay broke school re- cords this game as well.” In another resounding win, NYU women’s soccer de- Menta has already accumulated 32 points, which is feated St. Joseph’s College 4-0 at Gaelic Park in . more than any other NYU player in a single season. Tu- Freshman forward Melissa Menta scored two goals, the may now has the NYU women’s soccer record for assists first in the 23rd minute and the other in the 82nd. Junior with 20 for her career. defender Mary Clair scored her first goal of the season in “It’s awesome we got a shut out so we just have to keep the 23rd minute and sophomore forward Amelia Ham- that composure going into our [University Athletic Asso- merl scored in the 55th minute. ciation] games this weekend.” Menta said. “Our goals were all good combination plays, especially NYU women’s soccer is currently 1-1 in conference the goal that Ashley [-Simone McKenzie] crossed to Ame- matches this season. The Violets look to improve that lia, who then headed it in,” said senior captain Sierra COURTESY OF NYU ATHLETICS record when they play at Washington University in St. Tumay. “That was a pretty goal.” Forward Cami Crawford assisted the second goal. Louis Friday, Oct. 12, and at the University of Chicago “There was no question we were the dominant team Sunday, Oct. 14. both strategically and tactically,” Menta said. “It’s great to come out of the game with a [win] before Sophomore goalkeeper Meg Patten was very impressed we travel to St. Louis and Chicago for our conference Sara Levy is deputy sports editor. by her team’s performance. games,” Patten said. “It was also great to find out that Email her at [email protected]. Jets now becoming FRINGE irrelevent in NY By EVAN KENDALL MODEL CASTING CALL FOR

With just three weeks left FRINGE FALL 2012 ISSUE in the 2012 National Football THURSDAY, OCT. 11 4 p.m. - 8 p.m. LOCATED AT THE WSN OFFICE League regular season, the New FRIDAY, OCT. 12 4 p.m. - 8 p.m. York Jets seemed poised to make 838 BROADWAY, 5TH FL SATURDAY, OCT. 13 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. a run at the playoffs with an 8-5 NEW YORK, NY 10003 record following a three-game win streak. On the other hand, QUESTIONS? EMAIL HILARY PRESLEY, BEAUTY AND STYLE EDITOR, AT [email protected]. the New York Giants were strug- gling; just barely stealing their seventh win in a three-point nail-biter against their division- al rivals, the Dallas Cowboys. But fortune changes in the NFL more often than Apple releases new updates for their operating system. The Giants won two of COURTESY OF NYCMARINES VIA FLICKR.COM their last three games, finished 9-7 and snuck into the playoffs New York Jets fans worry as a Wild Card while the Jets lost about the team’s future. three straight, finished 8-8 and missed the playoffs. discussed if the Giants could re- What happened next is the stuff peat as Super Bowl champs and of New York legend: The G-Men become the first team since the beat Atlanta, Green Bay, San Fran- Patriots to have anything close cisco and New England en route to to a dynasty. their second Super Bowl victory in What do the Giants need to do five years. The New York Jets and to earn the media’s attention in their fans were forced to watch New York? Should they go out their neighbors parade through and get a guy who seems to only Manhattan once again. polarize fans and journalists, as Despite all of the wonderful the Jets did with Sanchez, Tebow accomplishments of the New and Plaxico Burress? I hope New York’s representative in the Na- York’s fanbase will not only con- tional Footbal Conference, the cern itself with the trials and downward spiraling Jets still tribulations of a team that hasn’t seem to receive much more at- won a Super Bowl since 1969. tention. Throughout the dura- The media’s inattention needs tion of the offseason, all eyes to end, and it needs to end soon. I were on the Jets and their new think we can all agree that people addition, quarterback Tim Tebow. have grown tired of the Jets’ quar- How would their starting quar- terback situation, lack of talented terback, Mark Sanchez, react to wide receivers and running backs Tebow’s arrival? What did head and injury issues. They will most coach Rex Ryan do to lose all that likely finish this season below .500 weight? The only thing more dra- and continue their NFL irrelevance. matic in the Tri-State area was “The When that happens, hopefully we Real Housewives of New Jersey.” can hear about the other team play- Meanwhile, the Giants were ing in MetLife Stadium for once. nowhere to be found in the tab- Otherwise, we might as well start loids. No one wanted to inter- a new TV show called “The Pretend view two-time Super Bowl MVP Football Players of New Jersey” and Eli Manning; no one asked Gi- accept the reality of the situation. ants head coach Tom Coughlin how he felt about his Hall of Evan Kendall is a contributing writer. Fame credentials; no one even Email him at [email protected].