Sliding the screen back to reveal the keyboard, it is easy to call the Motorola Droid 2 an impressive phone, but it has its flaws. The Android smart phone is of an industrious construction. The top half that holds the touch screen is shiny chrome, while the housing for the full keyboard, camera and speaker…
Pop culture icon’s work displayed in new IMA exhibit
Andy Warhol was a Renaissance man. While most know Warhol for his 1960s work, most notably his mass-produced silk screens of celebrities including Dennis Hopper and Marilyn Monroe, Warhol was also a director, band manager, business artist and media mogul. Work from each phase of Warhol’s life is now being displayed at the Indianapolis Museum…
Defining a generation’s pastime: ‘The Social Network’ exceeds expectations
“The Social Network” has it all: sex, money, genius and betrayal. So says the title of the book by Ben Mezrich, “The Accidental Billionaires,” off of which this excellent film about Facebook’s controversial beginnings is based. Turn the clock back to 2003. Harvard undergraduate student Mark Zuckerberg (Jesse Eisenberg) is in a constant battle to…
ComedySportz misses the punch line
ComedySportz, an improv team based in the Massachusetts Avenue neighborhood of downtown Indianapolis, brought their unique brand of comedy to the Reilly Room Oct. 2. The event was sponsored by the Student Government Association. The improv troupe was about 30 minutes late to the show—a big delay considering the show was scheduled until 1 a.m.…
A great morning at Good Morning Mama’s Cafe
Bright colors aren’t the only thing that makes Good Morning Mama’s Café stand out from other restaurants. Only a five minute car-ride from Butler’s campus, this café is full of variety, from the menu to the décor. Catering to breakfast, brunch and lunch, you are sure to find something to eat no matter what time…
Open Mic Night for Haiti draws crowd
Butler University students showcased their talent to raise more than $300 at “Open Mic Night for Haiti” on Sept. 24 in the Reilly Room. The event was organized by junior Winford Parker to benefit Partners in Health, an organization that makes health care more affordable for those in need. Parker said that when the doors…
Escape from the city: Brown County bound
As cool breeze falls over Indianapolis and the leaves start to change colors, consider traveling south of the Circle City to see one of the state’s most beautiful areas that evokes images of fall colors and a cozy bed and breakfast: Brown County. Bed and Breakfast The Artists Colony Inn is located in the middle…
‘Wall Street’ sequel fails to pay up
Director Oliver Stone loves to comment on turning points of American history. Vietnam, past presidents and professional football have spots in his portfolio. “Wall Street: Money Never Sleeps” is no different as it stabs at the bailouts. Young trader Jake Moore (Shia LaBeouf) is ready to make big money in the green power business. His…
Big games debut in October
Guns, guitars and lightsabers—the month of October is offering up some big-name titles. Check out a handful of video games that warrant major attention this month. Medal of Honor—Oct. 12 The classic first-person shooter franchise is crossing over into the modern era on Xbox 360, Playstation 3 and the PC. Taking a page from the…
Eiteljorg Museum: ‘Telling America’s Story’
Dedicated to preserving the foundation of the American West, the Eiteljorg Museum is home to some of the most famous paintings in Native American art. The many sculptures, paintings and artifacts here expose to the present day art-goer the natural history of the North American landscape. The importance of preserving the past of the American…