BringinÕ in the art

Everyday objects Ñ notebook paper and saran wrap Ñ and unconventional techniques challenge the limits of even the most skeptical viewer. Three new exhibits at Zirkle House by seniors Dylan Jones, Andrew Centophante and Liz McEleney stretch boundaries and cause a viewer to look past well-known means of creating art.

HÕburg native to sing at local venues

Even though Ben Arthur, a 31-year-old seasoned singer-songwriter, chose not to attend JMU as a student, he is sure to cause a stir during his scheduled performances later this week. A native of the ÔBurg Ñ as well as having two parents who are professors at JMU Ñ Arthur is coming back to his roots to play four shows and speak to a music management class on campus.

Novel ponders moral questions of life, death

All Things Literary

Eddie is 83 years old and Ñ although he doesnÕt know it Ñ very close to death. So opens Mitch AlbomÕs "The Five People You Meet in Heaven." Having worked as a maintenance man at Ruby Point Amusement Park Ñ think Coney Island Ñ for all of his life, Eddie is a fixture at the park.

Blueberries make seasonal, nutritional meals

Cooking 101

Before the summer and warm weather fade into fall, take advantage of the seasonal fruits still available in the grocery store. Blueberries are one of those fruits and can be used to add nutrition and taste to ordinary meals.

Friedman: ‘We are crippled by sexual ignorance’

Sex educator provides thoughts on myths of ‘blue balls,’ how to pick a perfect condom and lubricate correctly

Men are like microwave ovens and women are like crockpots in terms of sexual arousal, said Jay Friedman. "Two, four, six hours later and theyÕre still warming up," the sex educator told more than 300 students Monday night.

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