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Peach Lillet ice cream feeds friends, ego

Peach Lillet ice cream feeds friends, ego

By Scott Greenberg | September 14, 2014

We do it for the love, right? That’s why we wake up at odd hours of the morning to start marinating something delicious or stay up late to get those little silvery ball things to look just right on top of our red velvet cupcakes. We do it because we...

Hall of Fame songwriter boogies into music video

By Sabreena Saleem | September 10, 2014

Local country songwriter Gary Mullis was inducted into Alabama’s VIP Songwriters Hall of Fame in May and doesn’t plan on stopping there.Mullis has lived in the area for most of his life while maintaining strong ties with Alabama due to his music career....

Away game foods to chew over

By Matthew Soulis | September 10, 2014

Tailgating food isn’t too difficult to create, but what about away game foods?These fun and bite-sized servings allow you to enjoy the game and socialize without a mouthful of food in the way. Plus, guests will have a free hand to hold their drink or...

Musician Vance Joy’s lyrics build, destroy debut record

By Alexis Malapitan | September 9, 2014

Australian singer-songwriter Vance Joy’s album “Dream Your Life Away” is like a “Riptide” in that it’s all over the place.The album, which was released Tuesday, was anticipated by those who fell in love with Joy’s single, “Riptide,”...

Fest needs no words

By Alex Hyde | September 9, 2014

DeKalb | Eric Ayotte and The Gadabout Film Fest may leave attendees speechless during a Thursday screening.The 9 p.m. program contains performances by local folk and punk bands, Ayotte and a 45-minute film fest that features movies with sound but not...

Jazz Ensemble founder brings memoir to NIU

By Claire Buchanan | September 9, 2014

Jazz Ensemble founder Ron Modell’s memoir features “a lot of wisdom,” according to a forward by Quincy Jones.Modell directed the band 1969-97. His memoir, “Loved Bein’ Here With You,” will be available Saturday at the NIU Bookstore.NS: Can...

Percussionist tours with Brazilian bow

By Sabreena Saleem | September 8, 2014

Alexis Lamb, senior music education and percussion performance major, tuned an Afro-Brazilian bow instrument Monday before rehearsing for her Projeto Arcomusical.Lamb has been working closely with percussion associate professor Greg Beyer on a project...

Actors perform a scene in “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” theatrical production Sept. 5 at the Egyptian Theatre, 135 N. Second St. The theater will showcase the movie on Oct. 31 as apart of its Horror Film Series. 

Classic ‘Rocky Horror Show’ adds actors, costumes, props

By Lauren Iverson | September 7, 2014

DeKalb | Virgins may not have noticed changes to “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” Friday.This year’s production includes actors, props and costumes that will be new to reoccuring attendees and virgins — the term used to describe a person who has...

Cheap ingredients create rich-tasting grapefruit blondies

By Scott Greenberg | September 7, 2014

Cheap beer doesn’t have to taste cheap, and fruity beer doesn’t have to taste like a juice box, especially if you bake with it. These beer blondies are made with a cheaper, grapefruit beer and are so tasty that everyone, even beer snobs, can enjoy...

DJ Zebo fuses styles, decades

By Claire Buchanan | September 7, 2014

The Saturday Rosy’s Roadhouse crowd was sparse before DJ Zebo took the stage, but his vigorous music livened up the room.Zebo, a Chicago-based deejay, entertained the crowd throughout the night with an energetic set at Rosy’s, 930 Pappas Drive.Zebo...

Windy Acres Farm stand sells vegetables at the DeKalb Farmers’ Market. Students and locals can stop by the market 10 a.m.-2 p.m. every Thursday in September at the corner of North Second and Locust streets.

Even pets can indulge at Farmers’ Market

By Claire Buchanan | September 3, 2014

The DeKalb Farmers’ Market has something for all food lovers — even your dog.The DeKalb Farmers’ Market is 10 a.m.-2 p.m. every Thursday this month at the corner North Second and Locust streets. Here are some of the stands I enjoyed while at the...

Tropical Getaway in a Glass

By Matthew Soulis | September 3, 2014

Tropical island shots are perfect for this wonderful summer weather and even better for fun tiki parties.The Tiki TorchWhat you will need:• 1 Solo Cup or cocktail shaker• 1 spoon• 3-ounce shooter shot glass (a tall and skinny shot glass)• 1 ounce...