Posts by Julia Weingardt:
“The Last Song” is just for tweens, not teens
Miley Cyrus stars in this tween-romance film. Photo courtesy of examiner.com.
Liked reading Nicholas Sparks’ “The Last Song?” If so, then you will NOT enjoy this movie. While no movie is exactly like the book, this film warps the plot and misses several trivial characters. (continue reading…)
Audiences have let go of “American Idol,” and so should Fox
"American Idol" is a show more about the judges than the singers now. Photo courtesy of etonline.com.
The screaming, the golden tickets, the crazy wackjobs who think they can sing. It was all pretty entertaining—but come on Fox, it’s getting old.
It’s not just the audition madness of “American Idol” that’s getting repetitive.
Q & A with Whitman couples; how well do they know one another?
Psychology teacher Sheryl Freedman and Counselor William Kapner are currently engaged. Photo courtesy of Sheryl Freedman.
You see them walking through the halls together all the time—but how well do they really know one another? We took an in-depth look at a few Whitman couples to find out how well long-lasting couples actually know one another.
Bethesda art walk, a great way to spend Friday night
Photo by Julia Weingardt.
You’re tired of movies, sick of parties and don’t want to keep throwing money out of your wallet. A fun Friday night can be tough to find, and while it may not seem like it, the Bethesda art walk is a great way to stimulate your mind and save you money.
Follow free sample etiquette
Costco is the best place for getting free samples. Photo courtesy of wordpress.com.
As I walk into Giant, I scan the produce section for them. I peek down aisles, eyes skimming for crowds and the tops of toothpicks. Alas, I leave the store with no purchase and the heavy feeling of dejection. All I wanted was a free sample—just a square of cheese or maybe even a piece of sushi. But, Giant couldn’t meet my small demand, so I make my way over to Trader Joes.