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)
Giving skateboarding a try could be one of the best decisions you could ever make. Although it isn’t easy by any means, skating is so satisfying once you get the hang of it. Not only is it a good time, but it also can be a commodity for college students. Running late for class? If you have a skateboard, that isn’t a problem. I know I’ve been late for class before and wished I had a skateboard to get there quicker.
I sat down with Mike Ravaschiere, a sophomore at Rowan University, to discuss on-campus skateboarding. He had a lot of advice to offer to beginners who want to try skating and really laid out all of the positive aspects of skateboarding.
Are you a Rowan University student interested in playing sports? If so, checking out the list of Rowan’s sport clubs is a great idea! Rowan offers a huge variety of different sport clubs so there’s always something for you. There is a grand total of 47 different sport clubs! I didn’t even know there were 47 different sports!
A list of all the Rowan sport clubs. (PHOTO/Rowan University)
All Rowan sport clubs are either instructional, recreational, or competitive; leaving a ton of room for choosing what you’re comfortable with. Any and every skill level is welcome to join as well. Some of the competitive clubs have tryouts in order to get in, but all the other instructional and recreational sport clubs usually just require a small fee to sign up. Membership fees vary by club.
Not only will you get great exercise by joining a Rowan sport club, but also meet new friends with the same interests as you! Either way, Rowan University is proud to have you represent them on the field.
A lot of things people do to get involved on campus aren’t too fun to be completely honest. With Rowan sport clubs, your combining getting involved with fun! The benefits of joining a club can last a lifetime. Don’t you want to tell your grand-children about the time you made the game winning shot as a member of a Rowan sport club? Click here to find which sport club you are interested in joining!
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)
Just one of the many disturbing signs that the protesters were holding. (PHOTO/Colin Hersh)
Those guys are a bunch of low lives who extorted and abused their first amendment rights to try and get “free money”. They don’t deserve our time to be honest.
-Austin Taylor, Sophomore at Rowan University
I respect the way student life treated this because it was more of a positive vibe that showed the protesters that they were wrong.
On March 23, Rowan University’s Anime Club will be hosting the 1st annual KeikenCon Anime Convention. It will run from 9 A.M. to 5 P.M. and will be hosted at James Hall on Rowan’s campus. Tickets are five dollars and 100% of all ticket proceeds raised will be donated to the Emmanuel Cancer Foundation. For more on the Emmanuel Cancer Foundation, click here.
Anime is unique in its own way. (PHOTO/Maya Chow)
This convention will be entirely student run and the goal is to shed light on all the beauties that anime has to offer. Events such as anime showings, cosplay, games, art, and exhibits will be showcased. If you’re looking for anything related to creativity and culture involving anime, attend the Anime Convention. By attending the Anime Convention, you are really showing your appreciation for anime and other art forms. You would also be showing appreciation for the Anime Club; as they worked very hard to put this convention together.
Besides Rowan students, the public is invited and encouraged to attend the Anime Convention as well. Children 13 years old and under must always have a paying parent or guardian with them at all times. Anyone 14 up to 18 years old must attend with a legal adult (18 and older). For all the children who might attend, remember to bring your parent or guardian with you or you will not be allowed in. For more on KeikenCon’s Policies, click here.
If anyone is looking for anymore information regarding the Anime Convention at Rowan University, click here.
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Today I had the pleasure of visiting the Rowan University Art Gallery at 301 High Street West. Immediately upon entering, I was astonished by the art of Ebony G. Patterson.
The beautiful work of Ebony G. Patterson (PHOTO/Colin Hersh)A whole wall of tapestry’s by Ebony G. Patterson (PHOTO/Colin Hersh)
Patterson uses flowers and laces to bring a unique style to her art. At least ten of her coffin sculptures were featured in the art gallery along with a whole wall of tapestry’s. Click here for more information on Ebony G. Patterson.
(PHOTO/Colin Hersh)A message about Ebony G. Patterson (PHOTO/Colin Hersh)
I highly recommend checking out the Art Gallery soon while Patterson’s work is still on display. On March 27th at 5 P.M., their will be a conversation led by visiting scholar Colette Gaiter, followed by a reception at the Art Gallery. For more on the Art Gallery, click here.
Similar to the Art Gallery and also on Rowan’s campus, The Center for Art and Social Engagement at Westby Hall is a venue that specializes in arts-based methods that investigates social issues. If you’re looking for an event to attend, the center will be holding Susan Sterner. She will be having an open reception and an artist presentation on March 14th. I encourage anyone interested in photography to go to this event because Sterner is such a fantastic photographer. Click here to find out more.
Rowan University’s art community is certainly underrated and should definitely get more recognition because it is one of the more interesting attractions on campus. Having two art centers on campus lets students get more involved in the arts for sure.
The Rowan Alternative Music Club recently hosted an off-campus house show featuring up and coming bands. It was a very awesome turn out as a good amount of people showed up to support local music. Cory Paternoster, Corporate Dreamboat, Cheyenne Dan, and Stella Mrowicki ft. The Ottobots all performed. It was only five dollars to get in which is super cheap compared to a concert where you’re paying close to 100 dollars in some cases. At Rowan Alt, you’re getting the same experience as a concert for an extremely low price.
Jon Nielsen playing bass at a recent Rowan Alt concert (Photo/Colin Hersh)
Rowan Alt Club is a great club to join if you’re looking for somewhere to listen to music where you feel welcomed and at home. It is a really laid back, chill group of people who all share the same love for music. If you’re looking to meet new people, this is the atmosphere for you. Click here for more on The Rowan Alternative Music Club.
While I was at the concert, I caught up with Gerren Sayco, a
Rowan Alt club member. He mentioned that there were usually more people who
show up at concerts and that I came on a slower night. I was shocked because
there was still a nice crowd of people. After hearing that, I was curious to
come back for the next show in about a month. I would recommend all Rowan students
to attend these concerts. It’s a really awesome vibe and I very much enjoyed my
time there.
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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