2008 Woodie Awards
SHORT ON CASH?
Here’s 10 ways to have fun without emptying your pockets.
Lindi Whittemore
Issue date: 9/13/01 Section: Special Edition
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A $10 bill can be a college student’s best friend, especially if you know how to use it.
Wilmington has a lot to offer its college population, even for those operating on a low budget. There are four main areas of attraction in Wilmington: close to the campus, the downtown area, the Westfield Independence Mall and, of course, the beach. Although the community does have its share of ritzy restaurants and expensive theatre productions, there are plenty of things to do on a college student’s budget, $10 or less.
"If I had ten dollars, I would go to Carolina Cantina and eat $1 tacos," junior Ben Ellison said. "Carolina Cantina has taco specials on Tuesday and Thursday nights."
Going out to eat can be rather costly, but there are plenty of places to eat that give good student discounts. Flaming Amy’s Burrito Barn gives a 10 percent discount every day to customers who show their student I.D.
"I would go to Duck Haven golf course and play 18 holes of golf," junior Justin Frenzel said. "You would have to walk the course, but it costs less than $10, and it is a good way to exercise."
For those who prefer to sit on the sidelines, athletic events are a great way to get out of the dorm, save some money and have a good time with friends. With soccer, tennis, cross country and volleyball seasons starting, the possibilities are endless.
"I go to the soccer and basketball games so that I can support my friends on the teams," senior Stephanie Anselene said. "I think it is a great way to get everyone in the city involved in on-campus activities."
Thalian Hall has a great series for movie buffs called Cinematique. Cinematique is a weekly showing of an independent or foreign film. The movies are shown Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday nights at 7:30. Tickets are only $6, so there’s money left over to buy popcorn and a drink.
"I think that Cinematique is a lot of fun." senior Megan Foley said. "It’s cheap and you can learn a lot about foreign cultures."
The Student Government Association offers Carmike Cinema movie tickets for $4.50 and offers free movies on Fridays in the Warwick Center.
Need a laugh every once in a while? Try one of the many comedy shows that play downtown. City Stage offers an off-beat, colorful comedy show called Changing Channels every Thursday night. The show starts at 9 p.m. and tickets are $5.