As summer is drawing near, my time as an entertainment blogger has to come to an end at some point. I have decided to discontinue this blog because of not having nearly enough time to post. I enjoy doing this; so that is definitely not the reason as to why I’m stopping my blog. With my job and the classes I’m taking this summer, it would be extremely difficult to have content to post given my situation. Because of this, I’d like to apologize to any of my viewers that might be disappointed.
With that being said, I’d like to thank everyone who has paid attention to my blog at any point over the past few months. You guys kept me going and made me strive to make my posts as insightful and interesting as possible. Before I started this blog, I really didn’t know about things to do in and around Rowan’s campus. My viewers and I learned together that there is indeed things to do in boring old Glassboro, New Jersey. To all my die hard’s, I say goodbye.
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From 2008 to now, Rowan University has been working to make Rowan Boulevard a groundbreaking entertainment and restaurant scene for the students of Rowan and citizens of Glassboro. It is absolutely beautiful now that it is finally done. When it comes to the entertainment scene, you got to come check this out.
Whether you live in Glassboro or you are a Rowan University student, there is a place for you on Rowan Boulevard. There are all sorts of places to go; ranging from a nail salon, a Barnes and Noble, and there is even a fitness center.
“Barnes and Noble is one of my favorite places to hang out
on campus. I can grab a coffee inside and read for as long as I want. It’s
really a relaxing environment,” said Michael Francis, a sophomore at Rowan University.
Barnes and Noble was opened in 2010 on Rowan Boulevard and has been a key component for students and locals to find books they like and buy different things for school. There is also plenty of space (two floors) to hangout and grab a coffee with some buddies. For more information on the Barnes and Noble at Rowan University, click here.
Across the street from Barnes and Noble, there are a few
restaurants that are worth checking out. The Mexican Mariachi Grill and Chickie’s
and Pete’s are hands down my favorite. A burger from Chickie’s is a must-have
here in Glassboro. Not only are these great places to eat but watching sports at
these places is common with Rowan students and encouraged. I’ve gone there a
few times in the past couple of weeks to eat and watch playoff basketball. Whenever
there’s a night where you got nothing to do, head over to Chickie’s and you’ll
be in for a fun night.
“Watching the Eagles win the Super Bowl at Chickie’s and
Pete’s was so fun. It was so rowdy in there and everyone was just having a
super awesome time,” mentioned Tommy Jenkins, a junior from Rowan University.
For more information on Chickie’s and Pete’s, click here.
A virtual reality place and an escape room also opened recently on Rowan Boulevard. Although a bit pricey, these places are worth checking out. With virtual reality becoming more popular these days, this place has all the up to date stuff for people to use. I have yet to go there myself, but I plan on making an appearance sometime next fall. For the escape room, this is an extremely enjoyable place to go. If you get a group of friends together, you all get locked in a room and you have an hour to escape; figuring out different puzzles along the way. I remember the first time I went, and I had a blast. It was so fun to watch all my friends trying to escape the room and figure out the puzzles. You’re in for a memorable experience at both the escape room and virtual reality place.
Rowan University has been working non stop over the past few years to make Rowan Boulevard as extravagant as possible. Every year I’ve been at Rowan, they have been making huge strides in constructing these new buildings. With all of these new apartment buildings, restaurants, and entertainment places being built, who knows what Rowan University will be capable of in the next coming years.
A street view of Rowan Boulevard. The street is so beautiful with fresh plants all around. It is such a great place to go on walks. (PHOTO/Colin Hersh)
A drive-by view of Rowan Boulevard. Although its hard to get around if your’e in a car, you can still appreciate the beauty of Rowan Boulevard. (PHOTO/Colin Hersh)
The Barnes and Noble at Rowan University. One of the main spots on campus that students like to hangout at. (PHOTO/Colin Hersh)
The Chickie’s and Pete’s at Rowan University. It is in such a great location. On the corner of Rowan Boulevard? Can’t get much better than that! (PHOTO/Colin Hersh)
Las Scalas Fire is Rowan University’s newest restaurant. I highly recommend checking this place out if you love Italian food. (PHOTO/Colin Hersh)
A view of the virtual reality place and escape. It is very convenient that these places are next door to each other. (PHOTO/Colin Hersh)
Flush Nails and Spa is a very popular place to get manicures and pedicures here at Rowan. Girls at Rowan absolutely love this place. (PHOTO/Colin Hersh)
Hollywood Tans is the tanning salon here at Rowan. Come get your realistic tan! (PHOTO/Colin Hersh)
The Mexican Mariachi Grill is a personal favorite of many students at Rowan University. Like Mexican food? This is the place for you. (PHOTO/Colin Hersh)
This is the picnic table area located at the end of Rowan Boulevard. It’s a very scenic area and is a popular student hangout spot. (PHOTO/Colin Hersh)
Jon Nielsen, 20, gave me the scoop on the music/entertainment scene at Rowan University. Jon is a proud member of rising band Corporate Dreamboat and is extremely excited about his future in music.
This is Jon! He has a very decorative room. (PHOTO/Jon Nielsen)
Looking for a spot to chill with your buddies? Relund Park is a popular spot in Glassboro to take a walk or just hang out. Check out these scenic pictures we captured.
Relund Park’s walkways are perfect for walking your dog and exercising. (PHOTO/Colin Hersh)
Relund Park’s tree are very scenic and good for people who enjoy climbing trees. (PHOTO/Colin Hersh)
In this view, you can see a large portion of the park with the Glassboro water tower visible in the background. (PHOTO/Colin Hersh)
The fields in Relund Park are great for playing park sports. (PHOTO/Colin Hersh)
An up close and personal view of the walkway with trees in the background at Relund Park. (PHOTO/Colin Hersh)
Another “on-the-ground” view of the walkway with the scenic Glassboro water tower in the background. (PHOTO/Colin Hersh)
The picnic tables look like a nice spot to have lunch or just hang out with a friend. (PHOTO/Colin Hersh)
The view of Relund Park from the picnic tables. (PHOTO/Colin Hersh)
Another great shot from Relund Park. An up close picture of a tree with a scenic background. (PHOTO/Colin Hersh)
Come sit down on a bench and read a book at Relund Park in Glassboro! (PHOTO/Colin Hersh)
My name is Colin Hersh and I am a student at Rowan University in Glassboro, New Jersey. I have started this blog to bring to light all the entertainment opportunities that Glassboro has to offer. This blog’s goal is to give young people and students ideas about something to do during their free time. This will also give Glassboro more exposure because there are many activities that provide entertainment for young people. Local businesses will gain exposure through this blog as well. Many of the blogs one will see here will picture and describe different local businesses in Glassboro. Some on campus activities at Rowan will be advertised and talked about here as well. Additionally, similar blogs to mine will be listed in my blogroll. Over the next month, expect to see a variety of blogs geared towards entertainment opportunities. This will all be original content focused on students and young people in Glassboro.
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