FOR THE RECORD: Fancies, String Bands and Comics! Oh My!

So instead of harping on the perfect New Year's resolution (as if such a thing existed), let's focus on the first major event of the new year—the Mummers Day Parade!

Now, if you're new to the whole thing, let me explain. Picture a large number of men and women, dressed in some of the most lavish and colorful costumes, with face paint and a great little dance known as the "Mummers' strut." Next, imagine the streets of Philadelphia bursting with people all trying to get a glimpse of the sight. It's an annual Philadelphia tradition that dates back to the early 1900s and we take it seriously. Really seriously.

If you've never witnessed a Mummer firsthand, I insist that you stop what you're doing and schedule it in your dayplanner. Forget lounging around the house for one day and instead, get some friends and family to tag along. It will be one of the many experiences during your college career that you won't forget.

Trust me.

- Brittany Sturges, Temple '08


***Save the Date: Monday, January 21st
MLK Day 2008: A Day ON, Not A Day OFF

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day...Despite popular opinion, it's not just about no class and killer sales. It's about a man who never took a day off, and about living up to a legacy of caring for our communities.

So why not do something a little different this year? Campus Philly can show you how. www. campusphilly.org/mlkday

GREATER PHILADELPHIA
STUDENT FILM FESTIVAL

The 3rd annual Greater Philadelphia Student Film Festival will be accepting submissions starting Monday December 17th through Friday February 1st, WITH NO SUBMISSION FEE!

Finalists will have their films screened in front of hundreds of adoring fans at the GPSFF Awards Ceremony in March and the winning films will be screened in the Philadelphia Film Festival in April!

Late submissions may be sent in by February 15th but require a $10 late fee. For submission guidelines, please go to www.gpsff.com. Any questions, email GPSFF@GPSFF.com.

NEW FROM CAMPUS PHILLY:

Sports| Sixers Update: Week 8
Noelle Roby has all the latest highlights of the Sixers' games from the past week.

What is University Square?

Campus Philly wants to know what you think. Your participation in this survey will enter you to win a "Night Out in University Square". We will arrange a trip for you and a friend or two to University Square to shop, dine, and hang.

One winner will receive a $250 value customized package to a restaurant, shop, and entertainment venue of their choice! Go HERE to fill out the survey now!

UPCOMING EVENTS

Friday, December 28

Tom Cotter
Having performed on "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno" and "Comedy Central Presents..." comedian Tom Cotter will perform at Helium.

Downtown Harvest
Local indie rockers, Downtown Harvest, will celebrate the release of their latest CD, Golden Dragon. Joining them will be The New Motels, Witness, Stillicide and Montjo.


Saturday, December 29

The Starting Line
Local pop-punk favorites, The Starting Line will head back to Philly in support of their latest release, Direction. Also performing will be Steel Train, Chrissy and Ace Enders (formerly of the Early November).

Nutcracker Tea
Come out and enjoy a special holiday afternoon tea with your friends and family at this holiday tea event, located at Ninteen.


Sunday, December 30
Philadelphia Eagles vs. the Buffalo Bills
Watch as the Eagles battle the Bills at the last home game of the season.

Anthony Green of Circa Survive
Anthony Green, vocalist for Circa Survive, will be performing a solo acoustic set; also performing will be Envy on the Coast, Days Away and The Dear Hunter.

Monday, December 31
All Ages New Year's Eve Party
Just because you're not 21 means that you're confined to staying home with the relatives to bring in the New Year; you can head out to MilkBoy Coffee for a night of fun and a performance from Swift Technique.

Paul Green School of Rock Spectacular
Come out and see some of the finest musicians perform from the Paul Green School of Rock.

Tuesday, January 1
The Mummers Day Parade
If there is one thing that you MUST witness during your time here in Philly as a college student, its the annual Mummers Day Parade. Nowhere else will you see such lavish and colorful costumes in a parade. With months of hard work, various men and women will strut their stuff in this annual Philly exclusive. PLus, you never know who will stop by! Get your seats early--you don't want to miss a moment!

Ice Skating at the Blue Cross River Rink
After watching the Mummers Parade (either at home or in person), head on out with your friends and family for some cool times and enjoy the special holiday hours!

“Stomp” at the Merriam Theater. University Of The Arts.
"Stomp" is a high-energy, percussive symphony, coupled with dance, played entirely on unconventional instruments, such as garbage can lids, buckets, brooms, and sticks. $30 Student Tickets Available. For ticket info, www.ticketmaster.com/venue/16409.

Penn’s Landing River Rink, 121 N. Columbus Blvd
Show your Campus Philly Tag and receive $2.00 off admission from now til March 2. www.riverrink.com



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