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Friday, April 10
The Indiana Daily Student

Course: Summer Survival

Instructor: WEEKEND OBJECTIVE: Arm you with a quick list of what's hot (and cool) this summer. COURSE DESCRIPTION: We know it's not fancy. And we know it's not everything there is to do this summer. But hey, what else have you got that will help keep your feet moving and your stomach full all summer long? DON'T FORGET: IU takes a strict stance on plagiarism. To review these policies feel free to consult the IU Code of Student Rights, Responsibilities and Conduct at: http://dsa.indianan.edu/Code/
Roller Skating -- Don't throw out your bell bottoms • Western Skateland -- 332-7288, 930 W. 17th St. • Hours are Friday 8 p.m. to 11 p.m., Saturday 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. and 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. Admission for these times is $5 per person plus $1 skate rental. Wednesdays they are open from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. and admission is only $3.50 which includes skate rentals. Bowling -- Wii doesn't have drink specials • Suburban Lanes -- 332-9345, 2634 N. Walnut St. • Hours are Monday to Tuesday and Thursday to Friday midnight to 3 a.m., Sunday and Wednesday 2 p.m. to midnight $1 Jager shots on Mondays and $1 drafts on Tuesdays and Thursdays. • Classic Bowling Lanes -- 332-6689, 1421 N. Willis Dr. • It's not too late to get into a league. Cost about $15 a week. • Classic Bowling also has specials on drinks and games every day. Lazer Tag -- Not just for 6th grade birthday parties • LazerLite -- 337-0456, 4505 E. 3rd St. • Mon-Wed Reservation only, Thursday 4 to 9 p.m., Friday 4 p.m. to midnight, Saturday noon to midnight, Sunday noon to 6 p.m. $6.50 per game with discounts for game packages. Karaoke -- Luckily, they have alcohol... • Bear's Place -- 339-3460, 1316 E. 3rd St. Thursdays at 9 p.m. No cover charge during the summer. • The Bluebird -- 336-3984, 216 N.Walnut St. Karaoke on Monday nights at 9 p.m. $1 cover. • Domo Japanese Restaurant -- 339-7868, 1500 E. 3rd St. Rent the room designated for Karaoke with a group. The price for 10 or less people is $25/hr, and for more than 10 it is $35/hr. Fun with Science -- • WonderLab -- 337-1337, 308 W. 4th St. • Regular hours are Tuesday through Saturday 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Regular adult admission is $6.50. First Fridays of the month admission is only $3 after 5 p.m. and the lab extends its hours to 8:30 p.m.
Outdoor Adventures -- If you dream it you can do it • In its new location by the bowling alley in the Union, IUOA's Assistant Programmer Andy Ballard summed up their mission. "We're one-stop shopping for anything adventure," he said. Patrons can rent tents, sleeping bags and all gear to make their dream adventure come true. • If that's not enough, IUOA has a consultant who will help you plan the trip of your dreams. Your imgaination is the limit. Take advantage of IUOA while you're a student, it's a fraction of the price. Paintball -- Tell your parents you got a painting job • Valley Branch Retreat -- 988-7750, Nashville, In. • Open Every Saturday and Sunday noon to 6 p.m. • Play on over 500 acres of different fields. Call two weeks ahead for reservations. • Arrive 1/2 hour before play time for safety & gun briefing. Casino -- Blow your book buy back money • Ceasars -- 877-237-6626, Indiana 11999 Ave. of Emperors; Elizabeth, IN 47117 • Games include: Poker, Slots, Table Games, Themed Casinos, Video Poker. Monday Slot Tournaments and Saturday poker tournaments. Sky Diving -- You're good to go • 800-791-5867: Call for locations. • Tandem skydiving is available 7 days per week, all year. • $145 Student rates and Group discounts are available. • For more go to http://www.wheretojump.com/in/ Amusement Park -- • Indiana Beach on Lake Shafer -- 574-583-4141, 5224 E. Indiana Beach Road, Monticello, Indiana 47960 • Five roller coasters, 28 thrilling rides, a large sightseeing paddle wheel boat, miniature golf, and a Kiddyland. The Water Park features six slides and the Action River. There's also the wild new splash bash water play area. New in 2007 is the Priates Revolt: The Pillage of Paradise Island water thrill & stunt show.
I scream, you scream... • Chocolate Moose -- 333-0475, 401 S. Walnut St. Hours: Monday to Saturday 10 a.m. to 11 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. • Bruster's -- 331-8979, 4531 E. 3rd St. Hours: 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., open until 11 p.m. in June • Coldstone -- 334-8250, 115 S. SR 46 (Bypass) Hours: Sunday to Thursday 11 a.m. to 11 p.m, Fri-Sat 11 a.m. to midnight • Jiffy Treat -- 333-1364, 1000 N Walnut; 339-9981, 223 S. Pete Ellis Dr. Hours: 11 a.m. to midnight Eat out while you eat out -- Great Patios • Grazie -- 323-0303, 106 W. 6th St. Hours: Sunday to Thursday 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., Fri-Sat 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. • Malibu Grill -- 332-4334, 106 N. Walnut St. Hours: Monday to Thursday 11:30 a.m. -9:30 p.m., Fri 11:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m., Sat noon to 10:30 p.m., Sun noon to 9 p.m. • Yogi's Grill & Bar -- 323-9644, 519 E. 10th St. Hours: Mon-Sat 11 a.m. to 3 a.m., Sun 11 a.m. to 12:30 a.m. • Japanee -- 334-3474, 320 N. Walnut St. (Brand new patio!) Hours: Sun-Wed 11:30 a.m. -- 10 p.m., Thur-Sat 11:30 p.m. to 2 a.m. Picnic Food -- Plan a picnic and score with the ladies • Tina's Carry-Out Cuisine -- 332-0464, 309 E. 3rd St. Hours: Monday to Friday 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Sat 10 a.m. -6 p.m., Sun 12-6 p.m. • Scholars Inn Bakehouse-- 331-6029, 125 N. College Ave. Hours: Monday to Saturday: 7:30 a.m. to 9 p.m, Sun. 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. • Bloomington Bagel Company-- 333.4653, 113 N. Dunn St. Hours: Sunday to Saturday 6 a.m. -7 p.m. Wine Tasting -- Free alcohol...need I say more? • Tutto Bene Wine Café -- 812-330-1060, 213 S. Rogers St. Tasting Hours: Wednesdays from 6-8 p.m. • Butler Winery & Vineyards -- 812-339-7233, 1022 N. College Ave. Tasting Hours: Mon-Sat 10 a.m. -6 p.m., Sun 12-6 p.m. • Oliver Winery -- 876-5800, 8024 N. SR 37 Tasting Hours: Mon-Sat 10 a.m. -6 p.m., Sun 12-6 p.m. Classic WEEKEND: Wine Tasting Guide: Window: Classic WEEKEND: Wine Tasting Guide http://www.idsnews.com/news/story.aspx?id=36616

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