Los Angeles Loyolan January 18th 2017 (Best Of Issue)

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BEST OF ISSUE The LMU student body has voted, and the Loyolan has the results. In this issue, we present your choices for the best of everything a student could possibly want. Whether you’re looking for restaurants, bars, museums or just a place to study, Loyolan’s Best Of makes your life easier.

For more Best Of, come to the Loyolan’s Best Fest on Thursday, Jan. 19, on Alumni Mall from 2 to 4 p.m.

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BEST ASIAN CUISINE Thai Talay

BEST BURGER/HOT DOG The Counter

Thai Talay is a delicious Thai restaurant located at 8411 Lincoln Blvd. The restaurant’s atmosphere is chic and inviting, and the food is just as satisfying. From their Pad See Ew to the yellow curry with chicken, each meal is perfectly cooked and will satisfy your tastebuds so much that it will leave you wanting more. Their dishes are reasonably priced and offer a hearty serving with more than enough for leftovers. As a frequent Thai Talay customer, I know their meals do not disappoint. If you are looking for tasty Thai cuisine near LMU, Thai Talay is definitely worth checking out.

-Justine Biondi, Asst. News Editor.

The Counter is the ultimate customizable American cuisine. Customers have multiple options in choices of bun, meat, cheese, greens, sauce and other toppings, as well as ready-made options for the impatient consumer. From a bison burger with bacon onion marmalade and house-made thousand island, to a sprouted veggie burger with roasted red peppers, The Counter caters to meat-lovers and vegans alike. Along with the savory, The Counter can also satisfy your sweet tooth with options to create your own milkshake, float or malt along with homemade brownies and pineapple upsidedown cake. For a reasonable price and short Uber ride, The Counter is a great place for a gratifying dinner off campus. -Sami Leung, Asst. News Editor

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BEST CHEAP EATS Benny’s Tacos

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SCS Global Services does hereby certify that an independent assessment has been conducted on behalf of:

Loyola Marymount University Hospitality by Sodexo Roski Dining - 1 LMU Drive, University Hall, Los Angeles, CA 90045, United States Crimson Lion - 1 LMU Drive, University Hall, Los Angeles, CA 90045, United States Lair Marketplace - 1 LMU Drive, Malone Building, Los Angeles, CA 90045, United States

Trading (buying/selling), storage, preparation, catering and dining services of MSC-certified seafood The assessment has been conducted by SCS Global Services (SCS) in accordance with the rules of the Marine Stewardship Council. This product(s) comes from a fishery that has been independently certified to the MSC’s standard for a well-managed and sustainable fishery and is eligible to carry the MSC logo.

MSC Standard: MSC Chain of Custody Standard V.3.0 - 15 August 2011

Certification Code: MSC-C-53062 Valid From : 9 May 2016

Expiry: 8 May 2019

For the most up-to-date information on the validity and scope of this certificate go to www.msc.org. This certificate remains the property of SCS to whom it and all reproductions must be returned upon request.

Robert J. Hrubes, Ph.D., Executive Vice President SCS Global Services 2000 Powell Street, Ste. 600, Emeryville, CA 94608 USA

Printed: 25 May, 2016

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BEST VEGGIE/VEGAN CUISINE Cafe Gratitude This locally-sourced organic vegan restaurant located in Venice is the place to go if you’re looking for a way to enjoy a guilt-free meal. With a variety of twists such as macrobiotic bowls, kelp noodles and burritos made with mushroom carnitas, Café Gratitude is a hot spot where many celebrities have been seen, Instagram

photos have been perfected and creative meals have been put to the test.

You can also try their wellness shots, pressed juice, smoothie and shake options. Whether you’re trying to spot a celebrity or go vegan for a day, Café Gratitude is a must-try experience in L.A. —Julia Campion, Asst. News Editor

BEST MEXICAN CUISINE Benny’s Tacos The famous Benny’s Tacos & Chicken Rotisserie is delightfully located a short 10-minute walk — or six minute jog depending on how hungry you are — away from campus. Any broke college student can still afford Benny’s variety of authentic Mexican cuisine, such as burritos, tacos, nachos, rotisserie chickenplates, salads, soups

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BEST OFF-CAMPUS COFFEE SHOP Intelligentsia Need a caffeine pick me up?

Intelligentsia has the perfectly Instagrammable cup of coffee.

The industrial building and Venice location make Intelligentsia a great study spot, if you can grab a seat. The lattes come complete with a cream heart, and the matcha-dipped croissant is an ideal breakfast goody. Parking can be hard to spot on Abott Kinney, but the café’s proximity to a metered lot makes it a little easier and there’s even a back entrance. Get your coffee to go and admire the painted walls of the Venice streets — or stay and catch up on emails — you won’t be disappointed with your trendy treats. —Jaqueline McCool, News Intern

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BEST BREAKFAST/BRUNCH SPOT 26 Beach Located on Washington Boulevard is a colorful and hip restaurant where burgers and brunch are served like no other: 26 Beach.

With several themed rooms — including rooms based off of designer Coco Chanel — and a patio for seating, there are so many reasons to give this place a whirl. Not to mention, this restaurant serves 26 different variations of french toast, with “The 19” being a popular favorite. Located right near Venice Beach, 26 Beach is conveniently placed for an afternoon walk once you are done eating. “You feel like a cooler person when you go there,” sophomore English major, Katrina Crosby, said. “Ten out of ten, would recommend.” —Clay Sontag, Asst. Opinion Editor Sophie Broide | Loyolan

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BEST WINGS Buffalo Wild Wings Michael Mozart via Flickr Creative Commons

and breakfast entrees. Benny’s also deviates from normal Mexican fare with items such as the California burrito, which features french fries inside the tortilla. With homemade tortillas and healthy portions of flavorful proteins in their dishes, Benny’s is the perfect place for Mexican food off campus. —Sami Leung, Asst. News Editor

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BEST ICE CREAM Salt & Straw

BEST BBQ Lucille’s Smokehouse

BEST SANDWICH SHOP Mendocino Farms

On Abbot Kinney sits one of the more interesting places to get ice cream in Los Angeles: Salt & Straw.

The shop, with locations in Portland and coming soon to San Francisco, prides itself on creating new and innovative ice cream flavors. From Happy Birthday Elvis! — which utilizes bacon in its recipe — to Candied Clementine Almond Cake, Salt & Straw manages to satisfy even the most unexpected tastes. The employees know this, so they give each customer the chance to sample as many flavors as they’d like before ordering. Each flavor is unique in its own way, and a trip to this special ice cream shop should be a priority for all Angelenos.

- J.R. Bellavia, Opinion Intern

At the Westfield Culver City mall, there is a myriad of food options, from fast-food places like Chipotle to sit-down restaurants like BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse. But if you’re shopping till you drop and simultaneously craving top-notch BBQ, look no further than Lucille’s Smokehouse.

The waiters always serve with a smile, and you’re guaranteed to be full by the time you walk out.

Some of the highlights of their menu include the St. Louis spare ribs, Texas-style beef brisket and Southern fried chicken. If you’re over 21, make sure to accompany your BBQ with some beer or cocktails during their Happy Hour every night from 9 p.m. till closing.

- Matt Gaydos, Opinion Editor

There’s nothing better than ditching the Lair Marketplace and getting a meal off campus. We all get tired of dorm food after a while, but for many college students, eating off campus is a constant battle between finding something good that won’t simultaneously empty your wallet.

Mendocino Farms hits that balance perfectly.

With favorites like the ‘Not So Fried Chicken Sandwich,’ colorful salads and weekly soup and side specials, Mendocino Farms offers fresh, delicious food that’s reasonably priced and — to top it all off — it is a ridiculously short drive from campus. Seriously, it takes me longer to walk to U-Hall.

- Samantha Davis, Asst. Opinion Editor

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BEST GOURMET DESSERTS Cookie Zombie

BEST FOOD TRUCK The Grilled Cheese Truck

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BEST FARMERS’ MARKET Playa Vista The Playa Vista Farmers’ Market offers people an excellent way to spend their Saturdays between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. Providing a variety of fresh fruit and vegetables, visitors are able to stroll among the various vendors while being entertained by the performers of the day. In addition to purchasing local produce, customers are able

to order food made with the same items sold in the market, emphasizing the importance of the fresh and healthy qualities of locally grown merchandise. Customers are also able to purchase a variety of flowers to bring home and brighten their homes.

—Matthew Williams, Opinion Intern

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BLUFF LIFE BEST VIEW ON CAMPUS The Bluff

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BEST STUDY SPOT ON CAMPUS The William H. Hannon Library

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BLUFF LIFE

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BEST SECRET STUDY SPOT U-Hall Classrooms

back sections of department areas — my personal favorites being in the math department and modern languages department. There are also a variety of places to eat within the building and lots of locations to charge your electronics, so you don’t have to take unnecessary study breaks.

— Tygre Patchell-Evans, L+A Intern

University Hall is a great place to study if you want to avoid wasting time looking for a seat at the library.

If you are in between classes, it also saves you a walk back to the central part of campus and is one of the nicest buildings on campus. There are lots of hidden study areas in the

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BEST ON-CAMPUS COFFEE SHOP The Lion’s Den It’s no surprise that the Lion’s Den was voted for best on-campus coffee shop at LMU. There’s always great names for drinks, and the coffee is definitely one of my favorites. I’ve met many picky coffee lovers on campus and we’ve all thought the same thing.

Aside from the drinks, every employee is incredibly friendly and makes

you feel totally welcome for a day of studying or just hanging out.

Junior business management major Hayden Tanabe said, “The Den is definitely my place of choice for the fantastic beverages and pastries; they never disappoint.”

— Cory Hutchinson, Asst. L+A Editor

BEST FOOD ON CAMPUS Daily Bagel Life’s made a little bit better by bagels. With the new addition of Einstein Bros. on campus there’s greater access to bagels than ever before. However, Daily Bagel, located in the Lair Marketplace remains on top as the favorite spot — not only to get breakfast, but for any on-campus food at all. They’ve remained a solid choice even with the sometimes

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Homecoming 2017

T- Shirt Design Contest

Put your creative skills to the test and design the Homecoming T-Shirt we’ll give away for the game on Saturday, February 18, 2017.

Winning design will get the GRAND PRIZE of (2) NBA tickets to see the

Los Angeles Clippers vs. Cleveland Cavaliers.

GO LIONS! 2-Color (Max) No artwork imagery (or like-ness of) either trademarked, copy written, or registered as protected art Formats: .png, .jpg, .pdf Brought to you by:

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Tuesday, January 24, 2017

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lengthy lines and inconvenient location. Nowhere else on campus has the options and efficiency that Daily Bagel provides. It seems that it simply can’t be beat even by competition such as Starbucks, the Den and recently, U-Hall’s Einstein Bros.

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BEST LATE NIGHT EATS The Kettle The Kettle is one of the best places to go for food, no matter what you’re craving. Located in Manhattan Beach, the Kettle has an amazing atmosphere that would suit any situation. On a first date? Head over to the Kettle. Want to treat some friends visiting from out of town? The Kettle is perfect for college students that don’t want to the break the bank but still want to enjoy some really good food. My favorite meal at the Kettle is the simple Grilled Four Cheese Sandwich. This mouth-watering sandwich definitely describes the Kettle itself; simple but amazing. -Matthew Rodriguez, Sports Intern Zen Skillicorn via Flickr Creative Commons

BESTBEST LATE NIGHT BAR EATS T Kettle Ohe cean Bar Nothing is more relaxing than enjoying a good meal with a drink while taking in a beautiful view of the sea. Ocean Bar in Hermosa Beach boasts all of these as well as a 3.9 food rating in the Zagat Guide. The drinks might be on the pricey end, but the friendly atmosphere definitely makes up for it. All of the food is high-end and delicious, and I personally recommend the Moscow Mule. If you find time on a Friday night, make your way down to the beach and stop by the Ocean Bar. -Tor Marom, Life + Arts Editor

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BEST MUSIC RECORD Amoeba Records

BEST MOVIE THEATER Cinemark Playa Vista

Vinyl records are expected to sell over 40 million units in 2017, according to Forbes. Vinyl is not dead, it’s actually on track to generate $1 billion in sales this year. With this in mind, there’s no better place to purchase vinyl than at the famous Amoeba Records store in Hollywood. The shop opened in 2001 and is a must-visit for anyone who claims to be a music lover. The store boasts a relaxed environment that is rich with music history. You can also catch a live performance in the store on various occasions. -Ryan Hartnett, Sports Editor

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BEST MUSEUM LACMA

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BEST STUDY SPOT OFF CAMPUS The Beach

The Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) has committed to collecting numerous pieces of art work to engage with the Los Angeles community since its establishment in 1965. Settled in Hancock Park, LACMA is the perfect midway point between the beach and downtown, and is by far the largest art museum on the West Coast. The museum aims to represent the diversity of the city, as it exhibits various forms of art from different cultures all over the world. According to its mission statement, the museum’s sole purpose is to “... serve the public through the collection, conservation, exhibition, and interpretation of significant works of art from a broad range of cultures and historical periods.” -Victoria Arevalo, Asst. Sports Editor

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sights & sounds

Best Date Spot:

Venice Beach

There’s no doubt that here at LMU we are truly lucky to have a campus in one of the best locations in the Los Angeles area. Not only are Santa Monica, Beverly Hills and Culver City all relatively short drives away, but we are surrounded by quality beaches. If you’re looking for fun date spots but are on a tight budget like a lot of college students tend to be, it’s hard to beat L.A.’s beaches as a cheap option to take that special someone. It doesn’t cost a dime to take your significant other to see the spectacle that is L.A.’s pollution-enhanced sunset reflect off the Pacific Ocean. Not to mention that most of the beaches surrounding LMU’s campus are paired up with cool places to explore, shop and eat at. Manhattan Beach has boutique clothing stories, surf shops and cozy places to eat like the Rockefeller — check out their truffle mac and cheese. Even if you’re a freshman from out of state, there’s a great chance that you’ve still heard of Venice Beach and all it has to offer.

Tired of tanning with your sweetheart? Venice’s best place to shop — Abbot Kinney Boulevard— is a short Uber ride away. Good restaurants full of happy beach-goers fill restaurants like the Venice Whaler — which also has a takeout stand if you don’t feel like waiting for a table.

The closest beach to LMU is Dockweiler. While it’s a relatively plain beach, it’s the perfect place to get a group together, get a bonfire going and bust out a guitar. Hermosa Beach and Redondo are also great options if you’re willing to make the effort to go down further south.

Further north, Santa Monica’s iconic beach has an amusement park on its pier — a great date spot — and is walking distance from shopping at Third Street Promenade.

This is the opinion of Matt Gaydos, a sophomore communication studies major from Palos Verdes, California.

Tweet comments to @LALoyolan, or email mgaydos@theloyolan.com.

VENICE BEACH 5.4 miles from LMU PLAYA DEL REY 2.5 miles from LMU MANHATTAN BEACH 7.8 miles from LMU SANTA MONICA BEACH 6.4 miles from LMU EL SEGUNDO BEACH 6 miles from LMU DOCKWEILER BEACH 4.7 miles from LMU

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HOLLYWOOD BOWL

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BEST CONCERT VENUE

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pen for just under 100 years, the famous Hollywood Bowl is a favorite Los Angeles venue for outdoor concerts. Its fame is well deserved, and this year the Hollywood Bowl was voted by LMU students as the Best Concert Venue. The amphitheater has been a host to many legendary musicians such as The Who, Elton John, The Doors and The Beatles. I’ve personally visited the Hollywood Bowl to see Mötley Crüe, Alice Cooper, a Dreamworks orchestra and LCD Soundsystem. In fact, the LCD Soundsystem concert was the first live show I had ever seen, and it is still one of my best experiences.

It was a chilly night in the ninth grade when I walked up the sloped entrance to the arena with my friend Imanya. We made our way to our seats toward the back of the amphitheater. We soon met up with another friend of ours, Julian, who gave up his seats at the front of the stadium to come sit with us. Thinking back, I appreciate that much more now than I did at the time. I feel like it’s so rare to see people willing to make sacrifices in order to spend time with their friends — friends who know that it is good company which makes a good time rather than preferred seating.

Exploring the variety of vendors, we discovered a shop with amazing pulled pork sandwiches and bought some t-shirts. Both were pretty basic things to do at a concert, but it was my first and is still an incredibly nostalgic memory for me. The honestly really ugly yellow shirt that I probably wore on only two separate occasions after that night is still in a box somewhere in my garage.

Watching a band perform at the Hollywood Bowl is a really unique experience. The coliseum setting is kind of exhilarating and rustic, and it’s incredibly common to see couples enjoying wine and cheese in the open air venue and feeling the fresh breeze while listening to live music under the stars.

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I would honestly say that the LCD Soundsystem concert that I went to was what really made me start to love music on my own. Previously, I only ever really listened to The Beatles and Muse because that’s what my family listened to, and I had never explored my own tastes. So when my friend Imanya invited me to the concert, I said yes before ever having listened to the band. I just wanted to have the experience and didn’t really care who was playing at the show. But I definitely grew to love the band in the weeks leading up to the show.

Being at that concert was the first time that I really felt music. The sounds resonated up the stone steps of the amphitheater and through me.

Jumping up and down with my friends beside me, seeing the rest of the occupants of the stadium on their feet, I saw the actual effect that music can have on people.

To be honest, the opening act almost turned me off of the entire experience, but I still found some amusement at Sleigh Bells’ performance. The

shrieking and hair-flipping wasn’t exactly in the same stylistic vein as LCD Soundsystem, so I was surprised to say the least. I did, however, enjoy the other opening band Hot Chip, which had a fun techno beat and unique costumes. The best part of the evening took place later on though, during LCD Soundsystem’s set.

After hearing some of their best songs like “All

“Being at that concert was the first time that I really felt music.”

My Friends” and “Daft Punk is Playing at My House,” they played one of my favorites, “Someone Great.” The song is already incredibly touching when listening to the recorded version, but in the context of this amphitheater, the experience was pure magic. At one point in the song, the lyrics sound, “I’m stunned, it’s not raining.” This was made special by the fact that right at that point in the song, it started to rain. Being an outdoor venue, everyone in the audience was getting soaked while laughing at the irony of the weather.

Everyone in the stadium felt connected, and that’s something unique to the Hollywood Bowl.

A beautiful venue to be sure, but beyond that, it is a wonderful experience to share with good friends, and is well deserving of the title of 2016’s Best Concert Venue. The Hollywood Bowl was the perfect setting for this experience, and I don’t think the concert could have been better at any other venue.

This is the opinion of Tor Marom, a senior english major from Calabasas, California. Email comments to tmarom@theloyolan.com.

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BEST CLOTHING STORE Heavenly Couture Located on the prime shopping street of Abbot Kinney, Heavenly Couture boutique knows exactly how to cater to your inexpensive, yet trendy, needs. With everything at the price of $17.99 or less, cheap

finds and closet necessities can be found here. If you have the smallest inkling that you’re missing some sort of outfit essential, you need to make your way into this store. You may leave with your new favorite accessory, dress or top. If you don’t want to walk into the store to believe it, look up #heavenlycouture on Instagram to get an idea of what this boutique has to offer.

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BEST BARBERSHOP Jag’s Barbershop Jag’s Barbershop is one of the best barbershops near LMU. All the barbers at Jag’s are very approachable and know exactly what they are doing. Although they are constantly busy, they always make you feel welcomed. My favorite barber is Angel. The first time I came in, I had no idea how I wanted to

get my hair cut. I came up to Angel and he gave me so many suggestions and gave me a cut that I absolutely loved and continue to get. Another bonus for Jag’s is that they give a discount to all LMU Students; just show your OneCard and get a 10 percent discount.

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BEST BIKE SHOP Summit Ski and Cycle With snow falling at a record amount this year, there has never been a better time to visit a local ski and snowboard shop that has been continuously trusted by the LMU community. Summit Ski and Cycle provides quality hand-done repairs while also selling bikes, skis and

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Life + Arts:

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Opinion:

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The time has come for the Loyolan to release the results of its annual Best Of issue to show students on campus which places on and off campus deserve an extra look or two. We at the Bluff know that some very important categories were passed over, so don’t worry your little college heads.

Here are the winners of the lesser-appreciated but still essential categories of the Bluff Best Of:

Whether you’ve been having a bad day or just need a reminder that someone’s having as much trouble with life as you, we at the Bluff know that sometimes you just need to watch people wipe out on their skateboards or other transportation devices — we don’t discriminate. Though it was a close race, the winner in this category is the street-to-sidewalk transfer in front of Jamba Juice. Not only do unsuspecting, innocent freshmen often misjudge the gap, but the curb there makes it the sneakiest of common wipe-out areas. An added bonus is the easy visibility and convenience of being able to casually sip your fresh Jamba smoothie while internally delighting in the demise of another person’s dignity before going on with your day.

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Those of you who think having a meltdown in your room is the way to go have been going about it all wrong. The best place by far is LMU’s trusty William H. Hannon Library. You’re surrounded by constant reminders of your stress, whether it’s the imposing black, empty screens of the large Apple moniters that litter the library or the stacks of books that you should probably be reading. Additionally, you are close to students who are probably feeling the same level of stress and are about as close — if not closer — to a meltdown than you, so you know you’re not alone. Sharing in the stressful college experience with others can be a balm to your hurting soul. However, we should mention that if you decide to cope on the louder side — be it wailing, screaming or even a subdued sob or two — the librarians won’t have pity on you and might make you leave.

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BEST PLACE TO WATCH PEOPLE FALL OFF THEIR SKATEBOARDS IN FRONT OF JAMBA JUICE

BEST PLACE TO HAVE A MELTDOWN WILLIAM H. HANNON LIBRARY

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