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IN THIS ISSUE gamespot 9 7 Layne Kennedy 10 bgr 4 blacksportsonline 2 LIZZIE BORDEN TOOK AN AXE Susannah List On the 15th of April , 2014, Mr. Chenery’s Sociology class reenact- ed the events of the June 5th, 1893 murder trial of Lizzie Bor- den, who was accused of killing rufflesandtruffles 10 both her father Andrew and step- mother Abby with a hatchet in Fall River, Massachusetts. Mr. Chenery has been running this trial for eleven years. mfa.org The excitement for doing stayed for the whole day and judged fairly as all juries Caroline Sullivan 2 the trial all comes from his stu- are charged to do. dents, he says. They come in at Following the original trial precisely, the pros- the beginning of the year and ask, ecution presented their opening statements and the “Are we doing the trial?” For defense responded, each claiming why they thought more than twenty years, Mr. Lizzie was guilty or not guilty. The prosecution started Chenery’s Sociology classes have by calling up witnesses. They first called up Adelaide been doing multiple different tri- Churchill, one of the Borden’s neighbors. als. oz wikia 5 Many of the prosecution witnesses revealed a The class performed the riveting piece of information. Some claimed that a mock trial in the Gathering Room, light blue dress, made by Mary Raymond, the family which was set up as a courtroom, dressmaker, was ruined by brown paint and declared where Mr. Chenery served as unwearable. Lizzie had saved the dress and was said to 3 judge. Students referred to him as examiner have been wearing it the morning of the murders. The Judge Chenery. only difference was that the dress she turned in was The atmosphere in the different from the one worn before. Her sister room was excited and a little nerv- thought Lizzie burned the dress the day after the mur- ous. The students were well- ders. No one knew where it went and what its disap- prepared. They memorized their examiner pearance meant. The defense said she had just forgot- information and knew what they 8 ten to get rid of it and she needed a stress reliever so wanted to ask. Everyone was into she burned the dress. They claimed Lizzie was a vic- the trial as if they were present at tim of the murders and not the murderer. Everything the real one, making the room that happened was just her reaction out of loss and seem electric. Nervousness was she was innocent. Many students played multiple evident only when a student occa- parts by being a prosecutor or defender. Most of them sionally misphrased a question. also went up to testify. The students were very con- But it did not happen often. vincing about who they were supposed to be, each Seven parents acted as jury believable enough that you could 9 members. Impressively, they imagine you were in the court- CONTINUED ON P. 6

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NEW YORK, NEW YORK It was incredibly interesting to learn We saw a Broadway show, Newsies, got Caroline Sullivan how historic is, as to go to Madame Tussauds Wax Muse- well as see all the diverse sections um and Time Square, skated at Rocke- The junior class trip to New York Manhattan is known for. For exam- feller Center, ate at the Hard Rock Ca- City took place for three days in ple, on the trip we got to go to Little fé, climbed the Statue of Liberty and March and was run by Ms. Fuller Italy and Chinatown. We were able so much more. Skating at Rockefeller and Mr. and Mrs. Enright. This trip to barter with people to get souve- Center was an absolutely great time. was action packed from the minute nirs for a reasonable price and eat Even though it was cold everyone got we left the bus and visited the traditional Asian cuisine. on the ice and skated for about an United Nations - to the moment hour. The Statue of Liberty was an we left Manhattan to visit the Stat- incredible piece of history that was ue of Liberty. interesting to see up close. My group was able to climb the stairs out to the balcony and look down at all the peo- ple below. All the students who went were able to participate in everything and go off on their own to see the sites. It’s a trip I highly recommend all the juniors take next year because of how exciting it is to visit and be a tour-

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By Kyle Nickerson By Paige McCormack

By Nicole Poirier By Marisa Massone 2 By Poppy Simmonds Summer U.S. 2014

THE GREATEST SHOW ON EARTH? thing like this has happened with from ringling.com Opinion Ringling, however. In May of 2004, BARNUM’S TIMELINE Allison Paladino 32 year old Dessi España was per- 1810 - P. T. Barnum is born July 5th in Danbury, Connecticut. Earlier this month, an acrobatic stunt 1842 - Barnum opens Barnum's American Museum in New York forming an aerial chiffon act and City. His unique advertising of the Museum is the genesis of what is now referred to as outdoor advertising. at a Ringling Bros. and Barnum & was suspended 35 feet in the air. 1850 - Barnum introduced acclaimed European opera star, Jenny Bailey show in Providence, RI went Something, either the metal bar or Lind, to American audiences. horribly wrong. 1870 - P. T. Barnum's Grand Traveling Museum, Menagerie, Caravan the fabric, failed and she fell, land- and -- the largest circus ever in America -- makes its debut. The stunt is called the ing on her head. She later died 1872 - Barnum's legendary circus train first begins traveling the nation's railways. “human chandelier,” and consists of from these injuries, marking the 1881 - Barnum joins forces with James A. Bailey -- the new entity eight acrobats suspended about forty first death in ten years for Ringling will be called Barnum & Bailey's Greatest Show On Earth. feet off the ground by their hair. 1882 - Barnum brings , a massive 12-foot African ele- Bros. phant, to America. The word "jumbo" becomes part of the English language. These similar tragedies that 1884 - Ringling Bros. Circus began in Baraboo, Wisconsin by the occurred almost a decade apart five Ringling brothers. 1891 - P. T. Barnum dies and is laid to rest in Bridgeport, Con- raise many safety questions, such as necticut.

whether or not aerial circus acts 1907 - Ringling Bros. Circus and Barnum & Bailey Circus merge. The two tour separately. should have nets underneath them, 1919 - The first-ever performance of the combined Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus® takes place at Madison Square and how well their equipment is Garden in New York City.

inspected and maintained. While, if 1956 - The final performance of Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus under a tent takes place in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. not landed on properly, nets could 1967 - The Feld family acquires Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey potentially be harmful for the per- with a ceremony held at the Colosseum in Rome, Italy.

1968 - Irvin Feld creates Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Clown formers, these risks far outweigh College®. paralysis, brain injury, or death. myactivechild 1969 - Irvin Feld introduces a second touring unit of Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey that marks the American debut of While it has been successful at all of The safety equipment holding the circus legend Gunther Gebel-Williams. performers 30-40 feet above the 1973 - Irvin Feld and Kenneth Feld become the first father-son Ringling Bros.’ previous shows, it un- producers of The Greatest Show On Earth®.

fortunately resulted in eleven people ground needs to be more reliable. 1985 - Kenneth Feld becomes the sole producer of Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey following the passing of Irvin Feld in 1984. being injured on Sunday, May 4th. A A regular check after each show— 1995 - Kenneth Feld establishes the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & even if it may cost more for the Bailey Center for Elephant Conservation® in Central Florida dedicat- safety clip at the top of the apparatus ed to research, reproduction and retirement of the endangered Asian elephant. suspending the girls snapped, and sent circus company—is something that 2004 - Kenneth Feld introduces a third touring circus them plummeting to the ground. The needs to be performed. It is just a unit. Kenneth Feld and Nicole Feld become the first father- daughter producers of The Greatest Show On Earth. girls sustained serious injuries, but will small price to pay for the safety 2010 - Nicole Feld and Alana Feld become the first sisters to and life of the performers. produce The Greatest Show On Earth. Honoring the 200th birth- survive. day of P. T. Barnum, the new production is named Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Presents Barnum's FUNundrum!SM. This is not the first time 3 Summer Entertainment 2014

MARVEL BACK ON TRACK WITH THE WINTER SOLDIER the course of over seventy years, leading many to be- Nicholas Sorabella lieve he does not exist. However, a close encounter with the

assassin proves him to be very real and, with the aid of a ro-

botic arm, able to go the distance with Captain America him-

self. As the story unfolds, Steve and his team realize that the

whole plot is bigger than they could have ever imagined and

hdwallpapers that the Winter Soldier is not what he appears to be. Chris Evans is back as the First Avenger in Mar- What has set The Winter Soldier apart from previous vel’s Captain America: The Winter Soldier, which hit theaters April 4th. Considered the most success- Marvel films is how it depicts many political controversies ful of Marvel’s movies since The Avengers, The such as NSA spying and military drones rather than just the Winter Soldier has helped reignite popularity in the superpowers of the title characters. Without revealing too franchise after the disappointing critical perfor- mance of Thor: The Dark World. Offering plenty much, the plot itself was very original leaving many of he most of action mixed with political controversies that diehard Marvel fans (including myself) surprised over some of plague today’s society—such as widespread use of its unexpected twists. It also portrays Captain America as a drones looking for potential and often nonexist- ent threats—The Winter Soldier is certainly a must- more vulnerable character who has to deal with the psycholog- see. ical problems of adapting to an unfamiliar society (the world Taking place two years after The Avengers was a little different seventy years ago) and face a piece of his storyline, Steve Rodgers (Evans) finds himself struggling to adapt to a modern world where peo- past that has come back to haunt him. The Winter Soldier cur- ple are far less trusting of one another. After a rently holds an impressive 89% on Rotten Tomatoes and has S.H.E.I.L.D co-patriot is assailed, Steve finds grossed close to seven hundred million dollars. It’s a great himself teaming up with Falcon (Anthony Mack- ie) and Black Widow (Scarlett Johansson) in order movie and, unlike many movies in a series such as Marvel, to find a mysterious assassin called, the Winter does not require that you see the previous films to get a grasp Soldier. of the storyline. It introduces the recurring characters subtly, Described as a ghost, the Winter Soldier is credited with many political assassinations over allowing even first time Marvel moviegoers to become 4 Summer Arts + Entertainment 2014

DOROTHY TURNS 75 but in reality, that’s home! already had what they were When Dorothy first gets to Oz, looking for. Then Dorothy Aingea Venuto she meets Glinda first (Aunt Em’s paral- realized that Oz was doing lel). This, in my mind, signifies that Aunt the same thing for her; she Em is always first in her life and that she needed to realize that home knows that Em cares for her the most. was where there was no And when she meets her friends, she in- trouble and where every- stantly gets endeared to them because one loved and cared for they remind her of the only people who her. would spend time with her back on the Many people farm: Hunk, Hickory, and Zeke. She watched The Wizard of Oz knew what their problems were as kids and only later real- Illustration by Tom Newsom (Scarecrow’s lack of a brain, etc.), and ize its deeper meanings and As you all may know if you watched the immediately wanted to help them. messages. It was only after Oscars this past March, The Wizard of Oz Throughout the whole movie, stepping into Dorothy’s celebrated its 75th anniversary this year. Dorothy’s kindness shined through. For shoes myself that I realized This celebration on one of TV’s example, she didn’t just turn her new how hard a lesson it was biggest nights shows the enduring appeal friends away, she wanted to help them. for her to learn - how we of the story of Dorothy and her compan- And also, when her friends were receiv- can’t have everything in ions finding their way home. Recently, I’ve ing their gifts, she was being happy for life, but we always have our decoded my own deeper meanings from them, and almost forgot for a second that parents. I guess there really the story originally penned by American she had the desire to go home. She put is no place like home! author, L. Frank Baum, after performing in other people before her and always the play and getting the chance to step into looked on the bright side of things. Even THE WINTER SOLDIER Dorothy’s shoes. In 75 years of popularity, when she was being chased around by people have continued to find meaning the Witch, she always made the best of CONT’D and guidance in the story. Here are some things and continued to help her friends. familiar with them. of my “a-ha” moments. The personality of each character Firstly, the overall Kansas scenes showed something about its parallel in Overall, The Winter Soldier are in sepia. This gives the idea that Doro- Kansas that didn’t show through in the thy thinks her life is more bland in Kansas beginning. Glinda showed the side of sets Marvel back on the than in Oz, and it also gives an idea that Aunt Em that was really caring and lov- Kansas and Oz are two totally opposite ing. Scarecrow showed that Hunk was right path for The realms. Also, when they’re in Oz and actually really smart; he just didn’t know they’re getting “cleaned up,” they’re essen- it yet. Scarecrow was the one who was Avengers sequel coming tially creating the “perfect life,” including making all of the plans in Oz to get them the “perfect friends” Dorothy always there. Tinman showed that Hickory was to theaters next summer. wished for. not heartless at all, but actually had more In Kansas, when Dorothy runs of a heart than anyone else on the farm. UP NEXT: The Verdict away and encounters Professor Marvel Tinman thought that he needed a physi- (The Wizard’s parallel) and he’s telling her cal heart to know that he was kind and Did Lizzie Do It? fortune, he tells her that her mother’s sick sentimental, but he already was that. The so that she will go back to her and prevent Lion did have some fears, but he didn’t her going to Oz. But she goes to Oz any- understand that he did have courage, he way, because fate (the twister/cyclone) just didn’t know it yet. He needed that wills it. She needed to learn her lesson one extra push of encouragement to get about home by herself. She was looking it to shine through. Dorothy was the key for a place with no trouble at all, but in to getting each character to realize they Borden’s MA home 5 Summer Austin 2014

thing during the mock trial. Just before Lizzie sat down to testify, the went out. And only one light remained on. That one light soon shone only above Lizzie Borden. Coincidence, or was it all Lizzie’s doing?

19th-century Played by Witness Student

Adelaide Churchill Melanie Cersosimo

Alice Russell Paige Oxley

Eli Bence Damien Dell’Anno

Julie Bloise Dr. William Wood Justin Tylus room yourself. Thomas Kieran had a testimony that stood out. He stat- ed that he was testing the range of where Bridget would have Dr. William Dolan Ben Pompilus been able to see Abby from. Abby was lying beside the bed on the other side. Bridget said she could see her lying down from Officer William Davis Foster the staircase. In the house, Thomas Kieran’s assistant laid down Medley where Abby died and Thomas looked for him around the stair- case slits. He could barely see him. Thomas was defending Lizzie Dr. Frank Draper Max Murphy because there was no way Bridget would have seen the body if Thomas couldn’t see his assistant when they were in the same Assistant Marshall Teddy Sackos locations. John Fleet Last to the stand was Lizzie herself, as played by Kristen Randolph. And the whole atmosphere of the room changed. Bridget Sullivan Sandy Dumar Everyone was focused on her and her answers. She was quiet and answered the questions curtly. The defense attorneys kept Mary Raymond Mackenzie Rae objecting to questions. One was a common knowledge question about what color dried blood was. It was the turning point that made the jurors really focus on the testimony. Randolph did a Phoebe Bowen Christina Morganti great job in portraying what Lizzie Borden might have been real- ly like. Officer Mullaly Josh Saber The judge and jury found Borden not guilty. Lizzie was being tried for capital punishment, guilty with a charge of death. Alfred Clarkson Grayson Freeman Out of the seven jurors, five of them voted her guilty. Two of them voted her not guilty so she was let go because unanimity is Dr. Cheever Jason Busch necessary for a capital punishment guilty verdict My mind, however, is convinced that Lizzie committed Dr. Bowen Jack Meaney the murders. As soon as the trial started and the information was presented, I found that more evidence and speculation made Thomas Kieran Corey Bedrosian sense on the prosecution’s side than on the defense’s. As many of you know, we had a storm that day. It started Emma Borden Emily DiFranco right before the student playing Lizzie got up to the stand. Mr. Chenery says in his other classes, when the door slams or blinds Lizzie Borden Kristen Randolph shutter without wind, “It’s Lizzie Borden.” Well, I noticed some- 6 Summer Sports 2014

DRAFT DAY 2014 could be considered the major all of its picks on Saturday, deciding not to Justin Winschel of the draft. deal any away in trades, and surprised many draft observers by not taking any The event ROUND 2 PICK 62 players at two positions that were thought fans have been waiting for is final- ly over. The Patriots went into the QB to be of particular need: safety and tight EASTERN ILLINOIS end. draft with one of the deepest ros- 6’2’’ ters in the National Football 226 LBS ROUND 4 League and few open roster spots. PICK 105 Multiple media sources agreed In one of the biggest sur- C that positions of need for the Pa- prises in the draft, the Patriots FLORIDA STATE triots were: Tight End (TE), De- selected Jimmy Garoppolo with 6’4’’ their second round pick. Could 315 LBS fensive Tackle (DT), Safety (S) and Offensive Line (OL). In addi- he be Brady’s heir apparent? Cur- Stork was the center for the current Na- rent backup Ryan Mallett is in tion, the positions of Defensive tional Champion Florida State Seminoles. End (DE) and Linebacker (LB) the last year of his rookie con- He could fill a glaring need, as the interi- were considered those lacking tract and is expected to enter free depth. With the draft now con- agency at the end of the 2014 or offensive line was a large weakness for cluded, it is evident the positions season. With this situation, Ga- the Patriots last season. A massive man prioritized by the media and fans roppolo could be expected to be standing at 6’4” and weighing 315lbs., the future of the Patriots fran- were not exactly the same as Head Stork won the as the chise if Brady retires when his Coach and his staff. nation's top center. The following were the players contract ends in 2017. Garoppo- selected by the New England Pa- lo is the highest QB selected by ROUND 4 the Patriots since PICK 130 triots in the 2014 NFL Draft: JAMES WHITE was selected first overall in the RB ROUND 1 WISCONSIN PICK 29 draft by the Patriots in 1993. The 5’9’’ best Patriots fans can hope for is DT a Favre-Rodgers transition when 204 LBS FLORIDA 6’2’’ Brady hangs up the cleats. This White had a very productive career at Wis- 288 LBS reference alludes to when in 2005 consin despite splitting carries for four the Packers selected QB Aaron Many thought the Patriots would years with the likes of Montee Ball and Rodgers in the first round, de- trade out of the first round of the other current NFL players. He offers a bal- spite having -winning draft. However, they stayed put anced enough skill set to factor as a recy- QB Brett Favre. Rodgers was and drafted Dominique Easley, a clable, complementary, change-of-pace Favre’s backup for four years, very interesting prospect. Ever back for the Patriots. White could also learning from the great. When since trading away Richard Sey- make current RB expendable Favre “retired,” Rodgers took mour in 2009, the Patriots have when his contract is up at the end of this over and is now a Pro Bowl QB. looked for a DT to create interior season. Patriots fans can only hope for pressure on the Quarterback. Ea- ROUND 4 such a situation where the dynas- sley could be that guy. He was PICK 140 ty is continued once Brady is considered a top-15 talent before gone. OT tearing his ACL during a practice STANFORD The Patriots entered the in September. Easley has an 6’5’’ final four rounds of the 2014 323 LBS alarming injury history, having NFL Draft with seven draft torn the ACL in each leg in a 3 choices, and exited with seven year span, making him a risky CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE new players. New England kept pick, but if he stays healthy he 7 Summer Sports 2014

CELTICS AT A CROSSROADS two long standing leaders, Kevin worst having the least. So it is not Garnett and Paul Pierce were traded Jason Busch known for sure what pick the to the Brooklyn Nets for draft picks. Celtics will have. Some of the fans were not happy The Celtics have been one letting go two of the leaders that of, if not the most dominant fran- brought a basketball championship chises in the history of the NBA. back to Boston in the 2007-2008 sea- But for the past few years they brainofjay son. But it was clear that if the have been one of the worst. Will At this time last year, The Celtics had Celtics want to get back to legitimate this draft be the start of the turn just finished a disappointing, but not title contention they were going to around for the Celtics? Or will surprising first round exit of the have to move on from Garnett and they continue their downward spi- playoffs. Considering that they were Pierce. Once the season started the ral? strategy was set in place: lose as old, a low seed, and were in the same DRAFT DAY 2014 CONT’D conference as the Heat and Pacers. many games as possible to get the low- There were many questions going into est pick possible. Since - the less wins Big, thickly built, experienced the 2013 season that all related to the you have the better chance you would right tackle who graduated with a have of getting a higher pick. And it future of where the team was going. degree in aeronautics and astro- The options were clear: Either they seemed that way for a while until the nautics and entered the draft early were going to bring the team back to- trade deadline on July 31st. gether and try for another chance of , the last remain- despite standing to benefit from winning another championship, or ing player of the championship team, another year of seasoning at Stan- they could trade away their top players had only a couple of years left of his ford. Has size and smarts to stick contract, and many fans hoped that he and try to start to build for the future. in a power/slide-protection Both of these options had a lot of risk. would be traded for even more draft scheme, but needs to make strides If they went for the first op- picks. The interesting thing about this tion and brought the team back to- was that it wasn’t that he was injured with his functional strength, tech- gether to win another championship, or that he wasn’t playing well. The nique and aggressiveness. Could then it would be unlikely they would problem was that he was actually too be tried inside at guard. Fleming good. If they were going to be able to be able to do much damage consider- would be backing up current get the lowest draft pick as possible ing how they were eliminated the year Tackles and Sebas- before going up against teams like the they were going to have to get rid of Heat with the best player in Lebron Rondo since he was too good. Then at tian Vollmer. James, and the Pacers, who arguably the trade deadline the Celtics made a ROUND 6 had the best all around team. And shocking decision and decided to not PICK 179 even if they did find a way to win a trade Rondo. This confused many OG championship, their older players Celtics fans. If the Celtics were trying FLORIDA would probably have left after the sea- to gain more draft picks, why would 6’3’’ they keep Rondo? 323 LBS son. If they went with the second route, and traded away their good play- At the end of the season the Halapio is naturally thick with Celtics ended with the 5th-to-last rec- ers for future draft picks, the road big hands. He can drive would still be risky. First of all, they ord of the league. However, this does and is effective when he has an would be at the bottom of the league not mean they will have the 5th pick in and secondly, there would be no telling the draft. The NBA has a ping pong angle. Functional anchor. Pro- how long they would be there, consid- ball system that has been in effect for vides adequate ering rookies don’t always pan out. years now. In this system, the top five three-step drop worst records all have a number of Celtics fans finally got the an- protection. Has a ping pong balls. Going from the worst swer they were looking for on June warrior's metal- 28th, when it was announced that their record having the most and the 5th 8 Summer Sports + Picks 2014 ity -- plays hurt. He played the whole and special-teams player. SEAL of a four-man mission that 2013 season with an 80% pectoral ROUND 7 goes horribly wrong. It’s based on PICK 244 a true story. And although it can be tear. Made 43 career starts. Another very gruesome, it shows the true addition to shore up the interior of- WR MICHIGAN horrors of war, while celebrating fensive line. 5’7’’ the soldiers who willfully enter it to 185 LBS ROUND 6 fight for this country. It is arguably PICK 198 Stocky, strong slot receiver with more the best war movie since Saving Pri- vate Ryan and is, without a doubt, in DE of a running back's build, Gallon pos- CONCORDIA (MN) sesses the hands, zone awareness and my top ten favorite movies. It 6’5’’ toughness to fend for a job. Lacks the comes to DVD on June 3rd and is 269 LBS top-end speed desired as a kick re- absolutely worth a watch.

Looks the part with NFL stature, turner, but shows enough burst to length and musculature. Is athletic warrant an opportunity fielding punts. -Allison Paladino and flexible and has rare leaping abil- Would be useful as punt returner, ity for his size. Quick off the snap. which would allow recently resigned Averaged a sack per game. Flashes WR to stay out of the ability to gain extension and play harm’s way. Also, Gallon is from off blocks. Gives effort in pursuit and ’s alma mater (Michigan) ranges to make tackles. Good closing and has stated he can’t wait to work speed. Snares ball carriers. Averaged a with Tom. sack per game in college. Has experi- The Patriots’ 2014 draft was www.giga.de ence in a 4-3 and 3-4. Dedicated, not a very “sexy” one by most fans’ Call of Duty has released the trail- hardworking and coachable two-time standards. This draft was one for the er for their next installment, Call of captain. Mentally tough guy who has big boys, the large men who man the Duty: Advanced Warfare, which will beaten the odds and persevered to get trenches. Many will complain, but hit stores this Fall. Taking place in to this point. Has moldable tools and Patriots fans must remember the Su- upside. Raw, physically gifted, Divi- per Bowl winning years of the early the future, Advanced Warfare will sion II standout with untapped po- 2000’s. The Patriots won with great certainly offer a brand new pace to tential given his combination of size, defense and a great offensive line, the aging franchise. From ex- length and movement skills. Will have despite having no name wide receiv- osuits, to deployable cover, Ad- ers. The Patriots seem to be returning defensive line coaches drooling in vanced Warfare promises a more workouts. Could be tried as a line- to their successful roots. backer. Moore is exactly what the Pa- dynamic style of play. Coupled triots needed for their DE rotation. CREDIT TO: PATRIOTS.COM & NFL.COM/ with the addition of Hollywood DRAFT/PROFILES He could end up being a major steal, talent Kevin Spacey providing the in typical Bill Belichick fashion. QUICK PICKS: STUDENT TIPS voice of the main antagonist, Ad- ROUND 6 vanced Warfare will likely fulfill PICK 206 Lone Survivor Sledgehammer Games’ hopes of is a movie CB bringing the series into the next GEORGIA TECH starring 5’9’’ generation of gaming. 192 LBS Mark Wahl- berg, who -Nicholas Sorabella Strong, tough, durable, downhill box safety whose hip tightness is limiting, plays the but he brings desirable grit, physical- only surviv- ity and competitiveness and could imdb ing Navy latch on as a situational nickel-safety 9 Summer Living 2014

SUMMERTIME makeover, start a healthy meal plan, 1 tomato, 1 mozzarella ball, 1 Tips to Make Yours Shimmer and Shine and even get ready for the fall sports basil leaf, and 1 tomato. you’re trying out for. Renee Leavitt 2.Drizzle with balsamic glaze 5. If you’re going on vacation, don’t and season (optional) post every single moment on Face- book or Instagram. Sure, you want 3. Enjoy! memories of your family trip to Can- cun or your cruise to Argentina, but -Aingea Venuto remember to live in the present too, and cherish those memories as they MAIN actually happen. (courtesy

somertimepools 6. Enjoy yourself! Summer only of myreci- comes once in a while, so make it pes.com) A great way to enjoy summer is to kick last. Live like any teenager should, back and relax with your friends. Here and have some fun. Don’t be too myrecipes.com are a few tips to make your summer ab- risky, but if you wake up and want to You’ll need (for 6 servings): solutely awesome. go parasailing, do it. If you want to lay out by the pool all day, do it. And 1 (10-ounce) package frozen 1. Always use sun-block. A nasty burn if you actually do think about that microwaveable brown rice could put a damper on things. No need sprinkler party, well do it! 1 cup vanilla fat-free yogurt to stay inside with a sunburn when you could have easily put on some block. SUMMER EATS! 1 teaspoon curry powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 2. Speaking of sun, if you want a tan, get APPETIZER 3 cups chopped cooked chick- a real one. Spray tan and tanning booths en breast (~1 lb.) (courtesy of are really bad for your skin and lungs. 1 1/2 cups chopped Gala apple Mayo Clinic says the jury’s still out on rufflesandtruf- spray tans. It seems they’re okay if you fles.com) (~1 medium) 1/2 cup chopped celery keep them away from your nose and tastykitchen mouth. All natural is the way to go. I 1/4 cup cherry-flavored sweet- A nice twist on the classic Italian meant for tanning . . . put your bathing ened dried cranberries dish! suit back on. green leaf lettuce leaves

You’ll need (to make 10 ka- 3. Instead of wasting your summer days (optional) bobs): waking up late only to go straight to the

computer or iPhone, call a few people Directions 10 bamboo skewers and have a sprinkler party! I get that I 20 cherry or grape tomatoes 1. Prepare rice according to sound like a five-year-old, but sprinkler 10 mini mozzarella balls (or package directions. Spread it in parties can be a good way to get outside, mozzarella cut into 1 inch cu- a shallow pan; place in freezer cool off, and have some fun with your bes) friends. 8-10 minutes. 10 fresh basil leaves

balsamic glaze 2. While rice chills, combine 4. Set a schedule for yourself. It’s easier yogurt, curry powder and salt to get more accomplished in the three Directions month period with an easy to follow in a bowl. Add chicken and 1. Place the ingredients on the schedule. You can give your room a CONT’D skewer, following this pattern: 10 Summer The Legend 2014 next 3 ingredients to yogurt mix- ture. Stir until coated. 3. Stir chilled rice into chicken mixture. Spoon chicken salad onto lettuce leaves if desired.

I’ve made it before and it's great! Very simple and good for summer nights.

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Tips >If you want your smoothie to be thicker, use over-thawed vanilla ice cream. Make sure to thaw it enough so that it’s runny, but not enough to lose the solidness. >If you want a fun twist, you can add another fruit, such as tange- rines or bananas.

Yum!

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