DECEMBER 1, 2011
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WHAT’S HAPPENING IN WEST CHESTER ¯ Volume 1, Number 14
Around The Bars On Thanksgiving Eve
A West Chester Shopping Guide
Girl’s Night Out At Pietro’s Prime
The Craft Cocktail Crawl
Photos on pages 18-30 and 39-52
Photos on pages 31-38
More great local items on pages 25-27
Read the full story on pages 45-47
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T IS cliché, asking, “How ‘bout this weather?” but, I can’t help it. Weather.com has informed me we’ve been a good 20 degrees above average all week. As of printing, I hadn’t worn long sleeves in three days, and it’s really discouraging my ability to get into the holiday spirit. Sleigh bells, roasting chestnuts and reindeer all seem so out of place when it’s too warm outside to wear a jacket. Maybe I’m strange, but I want to be donning a knee-length pea coat and wrapping myself in a scarf before I start singing carols. Hopefully the cure to my spiritlessness will come in the form of West Chester’s Old-Fashioned Christmas. If you live in the borough I’m probably wasting your time talking about how great the event is. You’re well aware this town will be inundated the evening of Friday, December 2 for the tree-lighting ceremony, jingle elf run and Christmas parade. Of course we’ll be at those events snapping photos, enjoying the festivities and sipping some warm Applejack from a hidden flask. As always, consult our calendar on page five for other upcoming holiday events. The holiday trend continues in these pages as we’ve jumped on the coattails of the “Shop Small” campaign with our guide to holiday shopping right here in the borough on page 25. Eight local businesses have dished up great shopping ideas, and our guide will let you know what you should be buying, how much it’s going to cost and which person on your list will be ever-so excited to receive it. And, because we know the holiday season puts a kink in regular operating schedules, we’ve also assembled a chart with all the information you’ll need to navigate this town’s bars and restaurants throughout December. You can find it on page 15. The truth is there’s nowhere I’d rather be this time of year than right here in West Chester, so fingers crossed I catch the holiday bug quite soon. Hopefully this Old-Fashioned Christmas will be contagious. Dan Mathers
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A Picture From The Past
Above is a photo of the Chester County Prison as it stood in 1915. The building was originally erected in 1839, and it held prisoners at the corner of Market and New Streets until a new prison was built in 1959 after the prison pictured above was deemed no longer safe. Chester County Historical Society
Inside This Issue
An excessive serving of all that is good in West Chester Calendar of Events 5-6
The Dating Column 29
The Craft Cocktail Crawl 45
Our (nearly) definitive guide to what’s happening in West Chester.
Ladies can all relate to Diane Stopyra’s dating foibles.
Jeremy Malanka embarks on an entrepid endeavor.
Holiday Restaurant & Nightlife Guide 15-17
The December Playlist 35
It's Just A Three-Letter Word 49
Our grid lets you plan where you’ll be eating this holiday season.
DJ Romeo’s must-download tracks for the month of December.
Jill McDevitt explores why something as natural and necessary is so taboo.
Finding Treasure 21
A Trainer’s Tips On Staying Fit 37
The Look Of The Month 57
With a keen eye and memory, Tara Dugan finds treasure in the trash.
Christine Mooney shares her insights on staying happy and healthy.
Kristy Mak shares her fashion advice for the ladies of West Chester.
A Guide To Holiday Shopping In WC 25-27
Bartender Of The Month 41
The West Chester Crossword 69
Our ideas for the best ways to utilize your shopping time here in town.
Neil chats with us about wine, cocktails and good food.
A crossword puzzle all about what you'll read in this little paper.
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Calendar Of Events
Look no further... a carefully curated list of upcoming happenings in West Chester Through 12/16: Asian Elegance – Paintings By Lu Hong Lu Hong is a graduate of China's most prestigous art school, The Central Academy of Design and Fine Arts, and The Pensylvania Academy of the Fine Arts. He has earned exhibits in most major US cities. Chester County Art Association, 100 North Bradford Avenue, 610-696-5600, chestercountyarts.org
12/1,12/2,12/3,12/4 at 8pm, 12/3, 12/4 at 2pm: “The Dark At The Top Of The Stairs” The West Chester University Department of Theatre presents The Dark at the Top of the Stairs, a 1957 play by William Inge about family conflicts during the early 1920s in a small Oklahoma town. Ruben Flood loses his job as a traveling salesman, when the company goes bankrupt. His wife Cora is already frigid and grows more distant as she tries to make ends meet. His teenage daughter Reenie is afraid of going out on dates, and his son is a mama's boy. The tale comes to a head when his wife accuses him of having an affair. Tickets are $5. J. Peter Adler Studio Theatre, High and Rosedale, 610-436-2533, TheatreDance@ wcupa.edu
Thursday, 12/1 - Monday 12/4: West Chester's Old-Fashioned Christmas Celebration West Chester celebrates Old-Fashioned Christmas with a four-day event. The celebration features more than forty activities including the parade, tree lighting, plays, guided walking tours of the historic downtown area and performances by a wide variety of musicians from gospel choirs to quartets. Select events are highlighted below. 610-696-4046, gwcc.org /chamber-events
Get ready for an Old-Fashioned Christmas, as the annual parade kicks of the season in style on December 1 West Chester’s Old-Fashioned Christmas Celebration 12/1 at 8pm, 12/2 at 5:30 & 6:30pm, 12/3 at 2 & 8pm: The Gilbert And Sullivan Society Of Chester County Presents “Trial By Jury” Experience the award-winning Trial by Jury in Courtroom One at the Chester County Justice Center – an Old Fashioned Christmas tradition in a new location. Edwin jilted Angelina and now she’s taking him to court for breach of promise. Come see this sparkling musical comedy followed by a Carol Sing. Begin the holiday season with this joyous farce about love and marriage. 201 West Market Street, 610-269-5499, gsschesco.org
West Chester's Old-Fashioned Christmas Celebration Friday 12/2, 6:30pm: Tree Lighting Ceremony Gather round the court house and join together with your community to witness the lighting of our holiday tree. 610-696-4046, gwcc.org /chamber-events
The Gilbert and Sullivan Society of Chester County presents this upbeat comedy start December 1
West Chester's Old-Fashioned Christmas Celebration Friday 12/2, 6:30pm: Jingle Elf Run
Participants outfitted in jingle elf hats will take off down Market Street and loop around onto Gay in a one-mile, two-mile or kiddie half-mile competition. Prizes will be awarded to the winner of each age group, and there will be multiple prizes in the men's and women's divisions. Come early to register or register online. 610-696-4046, gwcc.org / chamber-events
West Chester's Old-Fashioned Christmas Celebration Friday 12/2, 7:15pm: 32nd Annual Christmas Parade Who doesn't love a parade? Get out and catch this West Chester tradition as it makes its way down Market Street. The show culminates in Santa's arrival. 610-696-4046, gwcc.org /chamber-events
Saturday 12/3, 5pm: Dually Noted Three Chester County artists present their paintings and share the stories behind them at HL Chalfant. In addition to the presentation of
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Look no further... a carefully curated list of upcoming happenings in West Chester more than 50 new works from the three artists, they will also provide the attendees withwritten stories about each of the paintings on exhibition. “We all know how even a few words can enhance our response to a painting,” says artist John Suplee. “For example, think how personal back-stories enrich our appreciation of some of the more significant art from our own Brandywine region. It’s very stimulating to take part in a show where such written sidebars aren’t just an option, but actually part of the concept. HL Chalfant, 1352 Paoli Pike, 610-696-1862, hlchalfant.com
Saturday 12/3, 8:30-11am: Breakfast With Santa The Arc of Chester County presents this funfilled event which includes a visit with Santa and Mrs Claus, a hot pancake breakfast, music, and arts and crafts. Families can bring cameras to snap a photo of their child with Santa. The event is open to all children and their families. Last year, more than 150 children and adults attended the festive event. Too often families with special-needs children do not get the opportunity to participate in traditional activities due to inaccessibility and concerns about different behaviors. This breakfast is an opportunity for everyone to enjoy. Tickets are $20 per family if you pre-register online or $25 the day of the event. 900 Lawrence Drive, 610-696-8090, arcofchestercounty.org/calendar.html
Wednesday 12/7, 6pm: “The Art of Flight” A new breed of sports film comes to life in The Art of Flight, a Curt Morgan film. Fairman’s is sponsoring a showing of the film right here
“The Art of Flight” showcases the best of modern filmmaking and action sports at The Note, December 7 in West Chester. Action and adventure mix with the drama encountered along the way. Two years in the making, The Art of Flight gives iconic snowboarder Travis Rice and friends the opportunity to redefine what is possible in the mountains. For the first time, viewers are immersed in the sometimes successful, often trying quest to open up new, unexplored mountains in remote corners of the world. The Note, 142 East Market Street, thenotewc.com
12/9, 12/10, 12/16, 12/17, 6-8pm: Strolling Carolers To add to the spirit of the season, the West Chester Downtown Foundation is sponsoring Strolling Carolers on the second and third weekends of December. Enjoy the carolers as you wander throughout our very own winter wonderland. wcbid.com
12/10 at 7:30pm and 12/11 at 2pm: “Christmas Wonderland: A Musical Holiday Spectacular”
Carolers will herald in the season, singing on the streets of West Chester December weekends
The Greater Ocean City Theater Company travels to West Chester to celebrate the most wonderful time of year with Christmas Wonderland, a Musical Holiday Spectacular! The cast of professional singers and dancers will present a high-energy, family-oriented song-and-dance tribute to the holidays, directed and choreographed by WCU alumnus Michael Hartman. Dazzling costumes, familiar songs, special guests, toe-tapping numbers, and special effects will kindle the holiday spirit in all of us. West Chester University, Madeleine Wing Adler Theatre, wcupa.edu/ visitingartists/VAS.asp.
Saturday 12/10, 10am-3pm: Holiday Home Tour The West Chester Public Library presents a walking tour of thirteen beautiful and historic homes in the northeast area of the West Chester Borough. Each of the featured homes was built between 1836 and 1948, and some have seldom been toured, but all will be decked out for the holidays. The tour is limited to 500 visitors and tickets are $25 if purchased by December 9th and $35 on the day of the tour. Tickets can be purchased at the Library located at 415 North Church Street and at Chester County Book & Music Company in the West Goshen Shopping Center, 975 Paoli Pike. Tickets can also be bought online at WCPublicLibrary.org until December 5th. There will be a $2 service charge per ticket ordered online to cover the cost of mailing the tour booklet containing the location and description of homes on the tour. Snow date: Sunday, December 11, 2011.
Wednesday 12/14, 5pm: Men's Night Out Spend an evening out with the guys and pick up some great gifts for everyone on your list during Men's Night Out. Grab a few friends and head over to Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant starting at 5pm to kick-off the evening with some good food and a seasonal brew (or two). Then head out to the retail shops for an evening of one-night-only special sales, complimentary gift wrapping and refreshments. Retailers include Penwick Design, Ruby Slippers, Jane Chalfant, Sunset Hill Jewelers & Fine Arts Gallery and Feminique Boutique. wcbid.com
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DAN SHETRON, 24, Fuel TV Producer, West Chester «Waste a Sunday: Drinking «Lose Control: Whiskey «Grab a Snack: Wawa (none on the West Coast) «Take a Walk: Ridley Creek State Park
SHELBY WHITEMAN, 21, student, Berwyn «Waste a Sunday: I’m always working «Lose Control: Drinking «Grab a Snack: Salad Works «Take a Walk: The streets of West Chester
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The Big Holiday Restaurant And Nightlife Guide Some are open, some are closed and some have some excellent deals
VENUE
What Are Your Hours What Are Your Hours Chirstmas Eve? Chirstmas Day?
Alibis 15 North Walnut Street 484-887-0786 alibiscafe.com
Open Noon Clsing when the Eagles game ends
Open at 8pm
Yes
Yes
Call For Info
Open until 6pm
Open at 8pm
Yes
Check Web For Info
See facebook
Open until 4pm
Closed
Yes In Ur Zone Catering 610-696-0778 inurzonecatering@ gmail.com
Yes Birthday parties
No
Open Call for closing time
Closed
Yes
Yes
Sorry, you missed ‘em
Kildare's 18 West Gay Street 610-431-0770 kildaresirishpub.com
Open Call for closing time
Closed
Yes
Yes
Sorry, you missed ‘em
Kooma 151 West Gay Street 610-430-8980 gokoomarestaurant.com
Call For Info
Call For Info
Yes Takeout sushi trays
Yes
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Landmark 158 West Gay Street 610-701-9900 landmarkamericana.com
Open
Closed
No
Yes Banquet Dining is also available
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Seating for dinner until 9pm Bar Open later
Closed
Yes Check out the feature from last issue at TheWCPress.com
Yes
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Open 11:30am-4pm
Closed
Yes
Yes
Sorry, you missed ‘em
Barnaby's 15 South High Street 610-696-1400 barnabyswestchester.com Benny's Pizza 14 North Church Street 610-696-0754 Doc Magrogan's 117 East Gay Street 610-429-4046 docmagrogans.com
Limoncello 9 North Walnut Street 610-436-6230 limoncellowc.com Más Mexicali Cantina 38 East Gay Street 610-918-6280 mas-mexicali-cantina.com
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The Big Holiday Restaurant And Nightlife Guide Some are open, some are closed and some have some excellent deals
VENUE
Are You Open Open On Are You Open Open On Chirstmas Eve? Chirstmas Day?
Mezzanine 38 East Gay Street 610-738-8244
Call For Info
Call For Info
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Yes Accommodates up to 180 guests
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Nonna's 116 East Gay Street 610-430-0203 nonnaswc.com
Open 12-10pm
Closed
Yes
Yes Just call Marisa at 610-430-0203
No
Closed
Closed
No
Yes
No
Pietro's Prime 125 West Market Street 484-760-6100 pietrosprime.com
Open 11am-10pm
Closed
No
Yes
No
Pistachio's 237 East Gay Street 484-887-0488 pistachiochicken.com
Open 10am-4pm Catering Pickup Only
Call For Info
Yes And excellent carryout catering
Yes
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Ryan's Pub 124 West Gay Street 610-344-3934 ryans-pub.com
Open
Open at 8pm
No
Yes
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The Social Lounge 29 East Gay Street 610-738-3948 thesocialwc.com
Open at 4pm
Closed
No
Yes Just call Don at 484-888-5389
No
Spaz Beverage 1015 West Chester Pike 610-696-6320 spazbeverage.com
Open until 6pm
Closed
N/A
N/A
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Teca 38 East Gay Street 610-738-8244 tecawc.com
Call For Info
Call For Info
Yes
Yes Small parties downstairs, large parties upstairs in Mezzanine
Call For More Info
The Note 142 East Market Street thenotewc.com
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Finding Treasure
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Pickin’ through Chester County, by Tara Dugan
T IS nearly winter in Chester County, and the “pickings” are not only slim but freezing, too. If you are missing your weekly yard sales, I have the perfect way to sate your appetite for McCoy pottery and Heywood Wakefield rattan – pick up a book. You heard me, pick up a book. Don’t download it or listen to it in traffic, but head over to the Chester County Library on Church Street or Chester County Book & Music Store and physically turn some pages and lose yourself in a nice, comfortable chair with your book. For an entertaining read for the yard sale crowd, I recommend Savannah Blues by Mary Kay Andrews. It was given to me on a beach four years ago by my best friend Regina in an effort to shut me up after my own book was done and I was hot, bored and whiny. It worked, and I spent a wonderful afternoon on the sand in Cape May while my head was in Savannah. New York Times bestselling author Mary Kay Andrews is a southern lady with a literary magic wand that weaves together all the things we love about the South, together with fun details about antiques, into a murder mystery with a heavy
helping of romance on the side. Though she has written many bestsellers, Savannah Blues stands out for the way in which the author has harnessed the excitement of real-life picking and put it on the page. In the novel, picker Eloise Foley has finally gotten the chance to score an antique treasure from Beaulieu, the grand mansion she’s been after since childhood. An ill-advised sneak preview of the goods lands her at the center of a murder investigation, and it takes her finely tuned antiquing instincts to save her own hide. The details are dead-on, and yes, you will learn something about spotting a treasure. For example, here is our heroine at one of her sales: There was a whole carton of Fire-King jadeite dishes, with sectioned luncheon plates, matching coffee
mugs, cereal bowls and chop plates, enough to stock a small 1950’s diner. Another box yielded mint-condition magazines from the thirties and forties: Field and Stream, Boys’ Life, Argosy, Collier’s and Vanity Fair. The covers were original illustrations by the biggest names of the era. The Field and Streams alone would bring fifteen dollars a pop from my antiquarian book guy in Charleston. The author also knows her stuff about Yankee goods, too, and has visited Chester County Book & Music to do a signing for her book The Fixer Upper. For Mary Kay Andrews, her dream day of Pennsylvania picking begins in local barns and attics searching for yelloware bowls, Amish quilts and Ohio Art toys. While this laid-back lady is humble and professes to “just love old junk,” the artist emerges when she elaborates and says she really loves “the stories old junk can tell.” You can find those stories at Chester County Book & Music, where John can also guide you around one of the best antique sections in the country. And take heart – yard sales (like pitchers and catchers) will be back before spring.
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A Guide To Holiday Shopping In West Chester Don’t rush off to King of Prussia – there are some great gifts (and prices) right here in our town Artifact Boutique
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What is it? The cream and red, one shoulder, lace dress is perfect for the holidays while the grey, sparkle and ruffle dress was made for New Years. How much? $56 and $58 Who should you buy it for? This adorable holiday dress makes the perfect gift for all of your fashionable, female friends and family.
What is it? Women’s, white, super-soft, lightweight, tagless Burnout Hoodie with an Old English “P” in maroon or an old-school Eagle. How much? Available online or at Artifact Boutique for $48 Who should you buy it for? A stylish fan of Philly sports who doesn’t want their shirt off the shelf from Dick’s Sporting Goods.
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What is it? Arousal Cream stimulates blood flow to the genitals, increasing arousal. It’s edible and comes in three flavors. How much? $12.50 Who should you buy it for? Anybody with genitals... though it might make for an awkward Christmas if you purchase this for mom.
What is it? These vegan-friendly (non-leather) Alberta Satchels are available cement-colored or black. How much? $48 Who should you buy it for? The trendy diva who also happens to be an animal lover.
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A Guide To Holiday Shopping In West Chester Don’t rush off to King of Prussia – there are some great gifts (and prices) right here in our town Nlch (
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What is it? The holiday “Just Because” vase arrangement of red, white and green flowers including lilies, roses and evergreens. How much? $44.95 Who should you buy it for? Perfect for anyone on your list or anyone who might want to add some festive spirit to their home.
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What is it? A handcrafted 925 Sterling silver cuff bracelet from Metalsmith Silver Jewelry. How much? $950 includes free jewelery box with Metalsmith purchase. Who should you buy it for? It makes the perfect gift for the woman who makes your life better.
What is it? New clock designs from Just Around the Clock by Angela Gillespie of Sioux Falls, South Dakota. How much? From $36 to $98 Who should you buy it for? With such a wide price range, these clocks can make the perfect gift for a polyanna or even a significant other.
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The Dating Column
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ILL is a handsome man – big dimples, sun-bleached hair, abs you’re tempted to poke just to see if they’re real. He’s also smart (he’s got an advanced degree in chemical engineering), funny (I laughed so hard the last time we were together, iced tea came shooting out of my nose), and manly (he once carried me for a half-mile after I sprained my ankle on a hike). It’s mind-blowing that such a catch could be unattached. Or, at least, it used to be. Then I encountered Bill’s temper — the big, bad, snap-at-any-moment kind. I first experienced the Mr Hyde to Bill’s Dr Jekyll on a fancy date in Philly, where a friendly bartender served us our drinks — Bill’s in a glass, and mine in a plastic cup. I wasn’t fazed; the bartender could probably sense my klutziness, I figured. But Bill was angry. He took the drink from my hand, slammed it onto the bar, and demanded a new cocktail for me. At first, I wrote this off as endearing: Bill was only trying to protect me, I thought, and I love a guy who will stand up for his girl. But it didn’t take long to realize that Bill’s outburst had nothing to do with me. Neither did the argument that
ensued when a stranger rested his heel on the back of my barstool. And neither did the road rage that came spewing from Bill’s mouth when a lousy driver tailgated my Jeep. A guy with a short fuse is like a ticking bomb that will blow for any arbitrary reason. It doesn’t matter if I’m not the target. When a guy flies off the handle, I’m turned off. I’ve always thought it would be nice if you could give a man a temperament test before taking him home, like the kind you give to a
dog before adopting him. Otherwise, there’s no way to tell who the hot-heads are until they snap. The last time I went to Barnaby’s with my friend Lou, usually a soft-spoken guy, I had to diffuse an argument of the what-areyou-looking-at variety. (Which is the kind of testosterone-fueled fight only men could have. At least when women stare each other down, we make snide remarks to our girlfriends about what the other is wearing and leave it at that; no need to get physical.) So before fists started flying, I jumped between the two men and started asking inane questions of Lou’s adversary. Do you like the band? Where’d you get your shirt? What is that you’re drinking? Eventually, the man got tired of me — or completely weirded out by me — and made his way out of the bar. His wife followed behind, mouthing the words “thank you” as she went. The way I see it, life’s too short to be flipped out over plastic cups and the guy who’s looking at you across the bar. And it’s too short to be saddled with a person who is. In my (mild-mannered) opinion, a hot bod will always be canceled out by a hot head.
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LECTRONIC songs are the biggest new trend in dance floor requests, from clubs to weddings. Songs like Avicii’s “Levels” are now acceptable in the middle of a wedding reception. This only proves my theory that electronic music (and remixes) are taking over everywhere. One song that has caught my ear comes from French dancepop band, M83. You may have heard “Midnight City” on Late Night with Jimmy Fallon, HBO’s How to Make it in America or the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show. This unique sound has already captured many listeners and will continue to climb the charts.
Check out this song and more on our playlist at thewcpress.com Song of the Month M83 - Midnight City Top Picks Kaskade feat. Skylar Grey – Room for Happiness The Wanted – Glad You Came (Alex Gaudino and Jason Rooney Mix) Calvin Harris – Feel So Close Dim Chris ft. Amanda Wilson – You Found Me (Hard Rock Sofa Remix) David Guetta and Usher – Without You (Robson Michel Version) James Blunt – Dangerous (Deniz Koyu and Johan Wedel Remix) Chris Willis – Too Much In Love (Gina Star Club Mix) Benny Benassi ft. Gary Go – Close To Me Deadmau5 – Aural Psynapse Rihanna ft. Calvin Harris – We Found Love (Cahill Club Mix) Afrojack and Steve Aoki ft. Miss Palmer – No Beef Adele – Set Fire To The Rain (Thomas Gold Remix) LMFAO – Sexy And I Know It (Mord Fustang Remix) Armin Van Buuren ft. Sophie Ellis Bextor – Not Giving Up On Love Beyonce ft. J. Cole - Party Drake feat Lil Wayne – The Motto Steve Aoki ft. Rivers Cuomo – Earthquakey People (The Sequel) Rihanna ft. Drake – Take Care FreeSol ft. Justin Timberlake and Timbaland – Fascinated PRESENTED BY SCHAFFER SOUND PRODUCTIONS
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A Trainer’s Tips On Staying Fit
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N A literal sense, the most common definition for a conduit is simply a passageway that moves water. But water itself can act as a conduit, a passageway of its own that transports anything from electricity to sound to thousands of years’ worth of explorers traveling around the world. Water is an element that renders us nearly weightless as soon as we submerge ourselves in it. And once submerged, water — and by extension, swimming — forces us to reorganize our breathing patterns and forgo, for an instance or for a full minute or more, the compound most essential to life: air. It frees us from the normal requirements of life on terra firma. This simple act of submersion serves to provide us with not only a physical sense of weightlessness but a momentary mental and emotional one as well. Or, to paraphrase the Center for Disease Control, swimming improves mood. Improves mood. A deceptively simple statement, indeed, yet put yourself in water, swim laps in it, hold your breath and immerse yourself in it, and suddenly that statement takes on greater meaning. A friend of mine,
Kelly, has started swimming regularly because of health issues that would otherwise prevent her from engaging in more jarring exercise, such as running. It provides her with a way to push forward through pain and discomfort like no other form of exercise can, and so instead of becoming discouraged with certain physical limitations, she is invigorated by the opportunities that swimming provides. In my own life, water has always had an extraordinary influence. I swam in my first meet at age six and didn’t swim my last one until twelve years later. It was only a year
or two later that I took up triathlon training, which once again put me back in the water, spending hours a week swimming laps in a nearby community pool or donning a wetsuit for long, open-water swims off the coast of Torrey Pines Beach in San Diego or in the calm waters of Falls Lake in North Carolina. Every January 1 I use frigid water as a way to welcome in the New Year. I drive out to some lake or beach or river and take part in my own personal polar bear plunge. It is certainly very stupid but also energizing in a way that can be difficult to understand. It makes me feel very alive, yet very fragile, knowing that too long in that water would kill me. I don’t let it stop me because, regardless of the type of swimming I do, I know that I’ll walk away from it with what the CDC so cleverly calls an “improved mood.” Water is an incredibly efficient conduit on its own. Not only can it carry daring people to far off, unknown places, it carries aways stress, hurt, anger and other negative things in your life. Maybe a polar bear plunge isn’t quite your cup of tea, but you can always go for a dip in the heated indoor pools at the YMCA.
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11/22: Girl’s Night Out At Pietro’s Prime PHOTOGRAPHS BY ADAM JONES
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11/23: Thanksgiving Eve Party At Landmark Americana
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Bartender Of The Month
Neil is happy to prove that Nonna’s isn’t just about great food
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“Our top seller is wine. Period,” says Neal of what is popular at Nonna’s Adam Jones
HEN you think of Nonna’s, it’s likely that you, like the rest of us, think great Italian food first and foremost – not bar. But, Nonna’s is home to one of West Chester’s most talented bartenders. After receiving a nomination from Nonna’s owner Marissa Powell and from our own “Food Safari” writer Jeremy Malanka, we knew it was time to make him our bartender of the month. Name: Neil Age: 36 Hometown: West Chester Born and raised? Uh, yeah, born and raised here in West Chester. Have you ever left? I went out to school at Slippery Rock for a year to play baseball, but then I transferred back to West Chester University the following year. I graduated from there with a degree in marketing. How did you get into bartending? I was working in a restaurant through college, and
I kinda just fell into bartending. I could work fewer hours, make more money and finish with school sooner. Where were you working? I was out at Maddie’s Restaurant in Frazer or Malvern, whatever that is. Down off of Route 30? Yeah, that one. That’s closed now, right? Is that why you came here? No. I worked there from ’96 to 2007 and they ended up closing in 2009. Then I spent about a year out at Big Easy in Paoli, then I came here and have never left. Marissa says you’re her best bartender. Does that surprise you? I guess not. I mean, when other bartenders are coming up to you and asking you to make their drinks for them, saying, “Here, you make this better than I do,” I guess that is an indicator. What is it, in your eyes, that makes you a good bartender? Ugh. Umm. Hmm... Experience? Like, good drink knowledge? I have 15 years experience bartending, and I do it because I have a love for the job – some people just do it for the money.
Since Nonna’s is primarily a restaurant, what percentage of patrons just come for the food? I’m not sure. I would guess it was something like 60%. Maybe 65. On the other hand, we do have a pretty significant crowd of happy hour regulars. What does the happy hour crowd drink here? Our top seller is wine. Period. Then martinis and an occassional beer. How about your pre-dinner drinkers. What are they usually having? I would say that crowd is split a little more 50-50 between the wine and the cocktails. How many wines to you have by the bottle? We always have around 75 wines available by the bottle. Do people frequently eat at the bar? Yeah. I guess. It’s not uncommon for people to order full meals while they sit here, but we serve a lot of food to the happy hour crowd because it is half off appetizers? If you’re not here, where are you drinking? I would say you could find me at Barnaby’s, Side Bar or over at Pietro’s Prime.
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The Craft Cocktail Crawl
Jeremy Malanka sets out to sameple five cocktails and ends up with a whole lot more
Dan Mathers and Jeremy Malanka kick off their bar crawl (done purely for scientific purposes) with fishbowls at Doc Magrogan’s Adam Jones
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MBARKING on a bar crawl the weekend after Thanksgiving may seem like overkill. On the other hand with a week of pure gluttony already behind me, finding room for delicious cocktails should be easy. With two feet forward and my liver quivering in the corner I bravely took the challenge of five bars and five craft cocktails in one afternoon. [Editor’s Note: This is the point where we should say something about, “Don’t try this at home,” or more likely, “Don’t attempt to recreate the acts you are about to read here.” The WC does not encourage binge drinking, and writer Jeremy Malanka was under sober supervision throughout the course of his endeavor. Okay, now you can enjoy reading about him making a fool of himself.]
drinking before 5pm since I was 21. So, I guess it was fitting that we started with fishbowls, since they too were something I enjoyed thoroughly back when I was 21. The bartender, Jenna, quickly built an Orange Crush, Sex on the Beach and a Blue Hawaiian. I enjoyed all three, but the beverage that stood out was the Sex on the Beach, or SOB. It’s loaded with vodka and then cloaked with pineapple, cranberry, and fresh OJ to disguise the booze. It is vital that the drink be as sweet as it is, because it’s hiding a whole lot of booze inside. We joked and laughed about stories of first time bar experiences, and Dan insisted I finish all 28 ounces before we could complete the pregame and move on. I had a slight buzz, and a giant smile.
2:14pm – Doc Magrogan’s I met editor Dan Mathers and photographer Adam Jones as they unloaded camera equipment on Gay Street. My excitement to start with the first sip was slightly stifled by just how early it was – I have not started
2:45pm – Pietro’s Prime My spirits were high as we left for Pietro’s. Walking down Gay Street, I laughed at the condition I was already in from that one massive drink – it was effective. The brick wall beside me as well as the sidewalk beneath my feet
were leaning just a bit as we arrived at the West Market martini bar. After meeting Dan’s wife Tanya and The WC’s assistant editor Jon Roth, I watched as Mike the mixologist shook up a drink I wouldn’t normally order: an Appletini. However, this beverage had a cinnamon and sugar-coated rim added to the equation. It’s named The Marissa after owner Marissa Powell and her renowned love of the drink. The cinnamon and sugar cut any taste of alcohol, and this delicious drink went down smooth. However, as would quickly become a theme, Mike wasn’t willing to let me get out the door after having only tried one of his drinks. Marissa’s father Frank is a fixture in Pietro’s, and Frank has trouble remembering names so he simply calls everyone Howard. The Howard was the next drink on my tour, and this beer and shot combo (the Crown Royal is non-negotiable) is aptly named because after one or two you’ll likely start forgetting names, too. 4:02pm – Mas Mexicali Cantina
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emy was shouting, and the bar was filling up with dinner patrons.] At this point I was just a passenger on the journey. I settled in as Al the alchemist encrusted the rim of a martini glass with crushed pretzel and salt. A Chocolate covered pretzel? I’ve only ever had that as a shot. Al lovingly decorated the glass with chocolate syrup then shook chocolate whipped cream vodka, Frangelico and Godiva white chocolate liqueur. It looked like a work of art, and I made quick work of this delicious martini that took longer to make it did to drink. The martini is sweet and savory and tastes as its name suggests. Frankly, I don’t remember leaving and have to thank Dan for safely escorted me down the treacherously crooked sidewalk. [Editor’s Note: Please remember, when drinking heavily, have a sober friend handy. It was at this point that we had to curb Jeremy’s attempt to cross High Street despite a high volume of oncoming traffic and a glowing, red “Do Not Cross” sign.]
sure to scribble down my thoughts in my note pad – consulting them the next day, they turned out to be mostly gibberish. After deciphering what I can of the notes, I have concluded that basil and simple syrup together is a match made in heaven, and that grain alcohol could be added to this mix and it would still taste amazing. Everything’s still fuzzy in hindsight; by that point I was embarrassing myself (and possibly my family) by remaining in public. My thoughts rushed to Dan – can he be trusted? Why did he do this to me? Did Thanksgiving happen? Did I order food? Cigarette? Where am I? I was shaken back to reality by the bartender’s inquiry about the drink, and I confirmed it was fantastic. Still, I wanted my burger to go. I took my burger, stepped out the door then suddenly woke up the next day safe and sound in my bed with a headache, notebook full of illegible chicken scratch, and a spent Social Lounge to-go container.
5:32pm – The Social Lounge My ability to walk was rapidly diminishThe smell coming from the kitchen of The ing as Dan guided me to Kooma, my eyelids Social Lounge jarred me into drunken hunrelaxed and setting with the sun. Entering the ger. My condition was soliciting smiles from bar, I saw a friend behind the bar and, as obnox- people around me as I was fed my final drink, ious as possible, I shouted his name across the the Vojito. Muddled basil, mint, lime and lemon crowd. Dan immediately tried to find a way to shaken up with Citron and simple syrup fincalm the tequila fireball that was burning inside ished with a splash of club. By this point I knew WC generic ad4-15_Layout 1 4/15/11 11:45 AM Page 1 of me. [Editor’s Note: “Pilo” is not the only thing Jer- I was not going to remember much, so I made
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When I caught back up with the rest of the crew after a quick trip to the powder room, bartender Josh had a Pepino ready for me. Giro tequila with fresh lime, triple sec and housemade simple syrup with muddled cucumber – yes, cucumber. It’s refreshing and tantalizing, and the fresh cucumber and lime make it the best margarita I have ever had. For good measure Josh served up a Low Rider Candy Skull with Jack Daniels, sweet tea vodka, Goldschlager, coke and sour making for what he called a Fireball Long Island, an amalgamation of spicy, sweet liquor that is probably responsible for putting me over the edge. I was also powerless to say no to a $25 shot of Don Julio 1945, tequila that tastes more like Scotch than a typical Anejo. 4:47pm – Kooma
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It’s Just A Three-Letter Word
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AST week, scientists at Rutgers created the world’s first movie of the female brain during orgasm. The research led me to thinking about how, when it comes to sex, being a lab rat is not all bad. Here are a few examples of people who got paid to climax in the name of science. Study # 1: Human Sexual Response Published: 1966 in a text book completely dedicated to the outcome of the study. What research subjects had to do: Vaginally masturbate in the laboratory using a plastic penis with a camera on the end of it to see where vaginal lubrication originates. Turns out, it doesn’t come from the cervix or a gland as previously thought, but rather is blood plasma that seeps through capillary walls in the vagina. The research was so groundbreaking on many levels, and much of what we know about female sexuality and orgasm today stems from this piece of research. Study #2: Magnetic Resonance Imaging of Male and Female Genitals During Coitus and Female Sexual Arousal
Published: 1999 in BMJ journal What research subjects had to do: The subjects would have intercourse in an MRI scanner, stopping periodically for scans. The layman rationale for the study was to understand the mechanics of sex. The researchers’ explanation was understanding “the caudal position of the male pelvis during intercourse, the potential size of the bulb of the corpus spongiosum, and the capacity of the penis in erection to make an angle of around 120° to the root of the penis, enabled penetration
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Enrich Your Life... Adopt An Animal
These beautiful creatures need homes... call the Chester County SPCA at 610-692-6113
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INKY is a neutered male kitten that was brought to the shelter with his siblings after being found outdoors. Inky is now looking for a new, indoor home where he can play and snuggle with a family. The Chester County SPCA has many kittens in similar situations to Inky’s – why not adopt a pair?
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MOM is another of the many who have come to us over the summer with kittens. Her kittens have all gone, but she’s still looking for a home. She is friendly, likes to be picked up, has been spayed and would love to spend hours sitting in your lap. Available for the special reduced adoption fee of $25.
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MURPHY is a neutered, adult male tabby cat that was recently adopted from the SPCA but was brought back because his adopter is now moving. Murphy is a loving and docile cat who deserves a life-long commitment. Give him a chance, because he is certainly sick of being bounced around!
yan’s pub
A classic Irish pub in downtown West Chester MONDAYS Krazy Karaoke: 10pm-2 am $2.75 Bud and Bud Light Bottles, $2 well drinks 10pm12am $2.75 Bud Light drafts all day POWER HOUR: $1 drafts: 11pm-12am
TUESDAYS Live music with Brian Aglira Downstairs $2.75 Bud Light drafts all day $3 Three Olive Drinks 10pm-12am, 2 FOR TWENTY TUESDAY: one app, two entrees, one dessert, only $20
WEDNESDAYS $.25 Wing Nite from 9pm-12am $3 Blue Moon drafts all day Happy Hour 5-7pm: $1 off drinks, drafts & wines
THURSDAYS The Original $2 U-Call-It from 10pm-12am $2 drinks, drafts or bottles, $3 top-shelf and premium beers $2 .75 Lager drafts all day, $5 Bombs from 10pm-12am FRIDAYS Happy Hour from 5pm-7pm, $1 off all drinks, drafts & wines $2.75 Coors Lite Bottles all day SATURDAYS $2.75 Bud Light drafts all day, $2.75 Miller Lite bottles, $3 Three Olive drinks, $5 bombs 10pm-12am SUNDAYS Eagles Party: $2 Bud Light drafts all day, $3 16oz Bud and Bud Light aluminum bottles, special game day menu deals, deck open every game
124 West Gay Street 610-344-3934 Ryans-pub.com
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Mario
Ian Bach, Adam Pricherd
Johnny, Seth
PHOTOGRAPHS BY ADAM JONES... TO VIEW ONLINE AND ORDER COPIES, VISIT THEWCPRESS.COM
West Chester’s ONLY late night transportation!
Only $5.00
for an ALL NIGHT PASS (unlimited rides) if located in “The Loop” (check website for Loop details)
Located outside of “The Loop”? No problem! Call and set up a reservation time today! Live GPS tracker for up-to-the-minute location information on the bus! Restaurant Transportation • Phillies Game Shuttles/Tailgating Packages • Private Party Packages available
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Look Of The Month )
Kristy Mak, owner of Nlch, shares some fashion tips
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Seeing double: Kendra models two looks Adam Jones
T’S 4pm on a Saturday afternoon. Your bed looks like your closet just vomited all over it. The floor is covered with shoes. You’re sick of everything in your wardrobe, and it’s time to change it up. Fret not, because for this season, it’s all about the Body Con Dress. A what? A Body Con Dress is a dress that is fitted to hug all of your gorgeous curves. We’ve seen this style in lots of strapless silhouettes, but designers have modernized the look to give you more options for your Holiday outings. The two styles pictured on Kendra are sexy yet sophisticated ways to wear the Body Con Dress. The style on the left is a full-length sleeve, black dress with metallic silver splatters. While the scooped neckline and sleeve are still modest, the dress length and shape show everyone that you’ve got it going on. The style on the right is similar, but it’s a one shoulder dress – still a very popular look this season. It’s a feminine and flirty look without being overt. The fabric, though, is the best detail of the dress. Floral black lace overlays the nude lining so the lace pattern really pops. It’s classy, contemporary and simply beautiful. So instead of converting your bedroom into a disaster area, you need only pull out one dress that makes you look fabulous and exude the utmost confidence – the Body Con Dress. )
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11/18: Musical Fr33dom’s Lights Out Glow And Dance Party At The Note
Steve McGuckin, Jocely Schrager, Kevin Laurens, Clayton Legg
Mik Polli, Travis Roesler, Ryan Stienstra
Ashley Singer, Jose Matos, Leann Dillow
Izet, Chrissy, Billy
Laura Eden, Jocelyn, Brandon Farrell
North Gate Girls
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The WC Crossword
None of that generic nonsense you see in other papers... a puzzle just for “The WC” SO YOU love crosswords? AND you love this magazine? Well then, my friend, we have a treat for you. Sit down, get a cup (or glass) of your favorite beverage and enjoy our biweekly crossword. The answers to this puzzle all relate to the wonderful sponsors of this magazine. ACROSS 1. No. They’re not just a Laundromat. Drop your clothes off here and they will wash, dry and fold them for you. It’s awesome. 2. He’s the realtor who is confident enough to dress himself up in a Santa hat and ugly Christmas sweater. 5. They don’t just do hair – this salon offers body wraps and scrubs, nail service and even massage therapy. 8. Interested in catching some dueling pianos? Make sure to get to this establishment. 9. This is the nation’s only sex shop owned by a degreed sexologist. 12. This club above Teca can accommodate 180 guests, so if you have more than a few friends (or employees), consider booking your party here. 13. She’s the owner of Nich and a fashion writer who contributes our newest ongoing column.
16. For those who still appreciate the value of vinyl, look no farther than this store on Gay Street. 17. Little-known fact: This bar and restaurant actually validates parking for the parking garage on High Street. 18. We hope you do something more productive with you half-page ad than to simply print a photo of this kind of puppy running. DOWN 1. It’s a bit surprising that this company is still West Chester’s ONLY late night transportation company. Hop on the loop. 3. If you’re looking to hang somewhere on Sunday’s and watch the Eagles (because true fans haven’t given up) this bar serves $2 Bud Lights all day. 4. You know what my main problem is with fake trees? There’s no smell. Get your live Christmas tree from this retailer.
What’s he drinking? 15 Down
5. We don’t all have schedules that make it
easy to get to the gym, but these guys are never closed, so no excuses. 6. Think your sweater is ugly enough to win a prize? Get out to this joint on Thursday, December 22. 7. Are you a good looking girl with the desire to model? This company presents an opportunity to get recognized on their deck of cards. 10. Men, pay attention! Go get your significant other some jewelry for 50% off at Sunset Hill Jewelers on this day of December. 11. Want to go out on Christmas night? Turn to this page to consult our chart to let you know who’s open. (Only three bars are open!) 13. Their New Year’s party has no packages and requires no prior commitment, but you still get a champagne toast. 14. If you’re looking to make your days feel more productive and want to tone up and relieve stress, this gym is giving away three free yoga classes. 15. The first stop on our craft cocktail crawl was at Doc Magrogan’s for this kind of drink.
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What They’re Wearing On The Streets Of The WC PHOTOGRAPHS BY ANDREW HUTCHINS
Happy Hour from 5-7pm Monday to Friday. Reduced drink and menu item prices. Try the $7 menu with dishes like lobster ravioli, grilled scallops withbroccoli rabe, or sausage and peppers with marinara and mozzarella.
MARK COMFORT, 43, Cook, West Chester. North Face jacket, Dickies shirt and pants, Timberland boots and Docs hat.
ALEX FARRELL, 21, student, Exton. Jacket from Forever 21, Sidney Mac shirt, Blanco Spain pants, shoes from DSW, and Elliot CCA purse.
BOOK YOUR CHRISTMAS PARTY Banquets, buffets, sit-down dinners or cocktail parties, Mezzanine is the only place that accommodates 180 guests 38 E GAY STREET WEST CHESTER PA 19380 610.738.8244 • tecawc.com
MOLLY QUINN, 22, student, West Chester. Shirt, pants and jacket all from Forever 21, Vans shoes and Coach purse.
EMILY FELDTMOSE, 23, Artist, Hereford. Shirt from Forever 21, pants from Greene Street Consignment, Toms shoes, and earrings from Forever 21.
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the lineup
Thursday dec 1 Doors open at 7pm
Friday dec 2 Doors 8pm show 9pm
king of the dub Rap Battle Ft. Can
You Canoe Villains like you
Voss, Mic Stewart, Joel Venom, Teddy Bigglesworth this event is 21+ This event is 18+ tuesday dec 6 8pm
GLbt night
this event is 21+ Thursday dec 8 Doors 7pm|show 8pm
Graham Colton
Steve Moakler, Jesse Ruben, Lucas Joseph
Saturday dec 3 Doors 5pm
saturday dec 3 Doors 9:30pm show 10pm
Max Bemis of Minute Tango Say ANything, 20 with Murder, Sherri Dupree Friends A Victim Of Good Times of Eisley This event is all ages this event is 21+
sunday december 4 Doors Open at 6:30pm show 7:30pm
Wednesday dec 7 Doors 6pm show 7:30pm
Red Bull Media House presents:
Rock The Red Film Screening Kettle Tour
‘The Art of Flight’ event is all ages
friday dec 9 doors 8pm|show 9pm
Inc. Ft. Honor Society, Deadbeatz Fear Nuttin Band,
The Trace, Sunderland, Alex Goot this event is 21+
This event is all ages saturday dec 10 sunday dec 11 tuesday dec 13 Doors 8pm |show 9pm Doors open at 7pm 8pm Concert for Kathy and Sarcoma Awareness feat. Blue HipThe Gerunds, Wrath of popotamus with Wave Radio, Couple Days Typhon, Topsoil Wave Radio, Couple Days this event is 21+ this event is 21+ This event is all ages
Pinups for Pitbulls
December 1, 2011
GLbt night
Universal Funk Order this event is 21+
friday dec 16 Doors open at 8pm
Pretty Things Peepshow fT. Stoya (of Digital Playground) This event is all ages
west chester, pa thenotewc.com