by Carly Bergthold | Dec 2, 2014 | Uncategorized
Thanksgiving has passed, finals are looming and the winter chill is here to stay. Luckily Nashville has several great holiday events that also double as reasons to take a study break. A Country Christmas at Opryland Hotel There is nothing more “classic Nashville” than visiting Opryland Hotel in December. Drink in the millions of Christmas lights, gaze at the life-size Nativity scene or take a horse-drawn carriage ride around the front lawn. Local’s Tip: Parking at the hotel is expensive, but you can park at the mall next door and walk over. Lights at Jellystone Park Middle Tennessee’s largest lights and music show, Jellystone is where podunk takes a classy turn. Drive up and down the park watching lights dance to rockin’ tunes. It costs $25 a car, so carpool for the best deal. The lights are open from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. every night with extended weekend hours. Local’s Tip: Hit up Jellystone after going to Opryland Hotel – it’s only five minutes away! The Franklin Theater If your favorite Christmas traditions include Charlie Brown and Will Ferrell, then you need to head to Franklin. They will be showing many classic Christmas films on the big screen, and most are just $5. http://www.franklintheatre.com/tickets/movies/ Nashville Christmas Parade (December 5) Before the parade, Mayor Karl Dean will light up the Christmas tree in the Public Square Plaza at 6:30 p.m. The parade starts at 7 p.m. on the Woodland Street Bridge at Public Square, then travels down Second Ave. and up Broadway. Local’s Tip: Come early and stay late! Parking is a mess before and after the parade. A...
by Carly Bergthold | Nov 14, 2014 | News Slider
Gas prices can seem random, but there is a method behind the ups and downs. According to GasBuddy, Nashville gas prices haven’t been this low since late 2010. Lipscomb economics and finance professor Bill Ingram said prices have to do with simple supply and demand. “It’s all because of the price of crude oil,” Ingram said. “A big part of the cost of a product is the cost of the material that goes in the product. The United States is producing much more crude oil, so we’re less dependent on foreign oil.” In 2014, gas prices in Nashville spiked around April and began falling in July, which Ingram said is normal. “In the summertime when the demand increases, it puts more pressure on the manufacturers,” Ingram said. “They may have to use some equipment that’s less efficient. Some states require them to produce a different kind of gas in the summertime because there’s more of a chance of pollution. That costs more.” Customer demand and the price of crude oil, however, do not explain the variety of gas prices in one area. That is simply business. “One of the driving forces of pricing in product is competition,” Ingram said. “Certain parts of town, like a few blocks from campus in Green Hills, there are just a couple gas places. But if you go in another direction, like Thompson Lane, there are more places to buy gas. So it has to do with competition as well as the demographics of the neighborhood. Someone in Brentwood, where it’s more affluent, might be willing to pay more for convenience.” The cheapest places...
by Carly Bergthold | Oct 13, 2014 | News Slider
The Student Activities Center is observing Breast Cancer Awareness Month with a week dedicated to beating the disease. Warrior Think Pink Week will run this week from Monday to Friday. Wellness Graduate Assistant Lauren Kinser hopes that students will wear the color in honor of friends or family who currently have or once struggled with breast cancer. “We just wanted to do something on campus that got the students and employees involved in October, which is breast cancer month,” Kinser said. “We thought having those who are coming in for group fitness promote something that the whole country will be involved in would get them inspired.” In addition to the rosy theme, a donation box will be available at the front desk of the SAC. All proceeds will benefit the Tennessee Breast Cancer Coalition, a local charity dedicated to improving the quality of life for those undergoing treatment. The TBCC provides individual assistance, education and legislative action. To kick off the week, SAC workers held a tie-dying event on Oct. 8. Group fitness leaders dyed matching pink bandanas and students either dyed their own clothes or picked up a free campus rec t-shirt. “We bought some pink dye so they’ll be able to have some flair for the week,” Kinser said. “We love tie dying, so we thought what better way for them to bring some white and we’ll turn it pink!” If you missed the tie dye party, you can still come to group fitness classes even if you don’t own a shred of pink. Interested students can borrow a shirt from a friend or show their support...
by Carly Bergthold | Oct 2, 2014 | News Slider
A fall festival held in Shamblin Theater on Wednesday celebrated all things Latino. The event, organized by the Lipscomb chapter of Futuro, included dancing, karaoke and plenty of Hispanic food. “Fall Fiesta has been our biggest campus-wide event,” junior education major Adriana Leon said. “It gives Futuro a way to make itself known on campus. It’s just one of the most exciting things.” Sophomore nursing major Jocelyne Lopez was also involved in the planning. “I was in charge of catering, so I called restaurants and had to go pick food up. I got Puerto Rican food, Mexican food and Central American food. Just a variety of Latino food!” Lipscomb students lined up for the food, which included dishes like horchata, flan, mocha tres leches cake and Jarritos Mexican soda. Attendees also had the opportunity to hit a piñata and take pictures at the photo booth. Sophomore financial management major David Villacorta said the event was in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, which runs from Sep. 15 to Oct. 15. “I’m from Tegucigalpa, Honduras,” Villacorta said. “I feel really proud about being Hispanic. I’m proud of being what I am and I’m proud of celebrating this.” Lopez pointed out how exciting this kind of event is for the Hispanic culture. “I think it’s really special and great for us to be able to do this on campus,” Lopez said, “That way we can share our culture with others.” The students in Futuro hope to have another big celebration in the spring and will also be involved in other cultural events like Lipscomb’s International fashion show. “Especially at a school like Lipscomb, where...
by Carly Bergthold | Sep 18, 2014 | News Slider
Can you believe it’s halfway through September already? The weather is gorgeous, the leaves are about to change and you can just taste the anticipation of fall in the air. Luckily there are lots of reasons to get outside in the next couple of weeks. Check out the festivals happening around town! (all events are free unless otherwise noted) September 19-21: 32nd Annual African Street Festival Location: Hadley Park (near TSU) This festival celebrates all things African. It features African dance, art, ethnic cuisines and vendors. You can go on Friday from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. or Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. September 20 & 27, October 4, 11, & 18: Musicians Corner Location: Centennial Park Musician’s Corner is like a chill version of Live On The Green. This event is from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. for the next five Saturdays! You can catch acts like The Delta Saints, The Vespers, Dave Barnes and more! Come hungry because there’s always a ton of food trucks. September 20: Buchanan Log House Folk Festival Location: 2910 Elm Hill Pike, 37214 Feeling folksy? Then check out this festival where you can find artisans practicing 19th century skills like spinning, blacksmithing, basket-weaving and making anything from candles to soap to chairs. You can also shop and eat food from local vendors at the Buchanan Market Place. Visit from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. September 26-28: Nashville Flea Market Location: Nashville Fairgrounds If you have never been to the Nashville Flea Market, you are in for a treat. It’s perfect for grabbing those random items you won’t find...
