Breakfast Lunch Dinner Steve’s Greek & Kashmir Indian Bostone Pizza American Cuisine Restaurant $5-$7 pancakes, omelets, $12 per person $3.25 per slice of pizza french toast buffet special anytime of the day Hungry? Try these good eats on Newbury Street! The key is when to dine, not what. Budget LIVING IN BOSTON Tackling Boston on a Budget By Phuong Nguy (South RA) Boston is a beautiful city but incredibly difficult to live in if you’re juggling a part-time job as a full-time student. Living in the city means unlimited access to lavish boutiques, fine dining and swanky nightlife scenes. But lets face it; all that means to us college students is expense, expense, EXPENSE!! Which, mind you, we can’t afford. So what is a Simmons student to do in this expensive city? Know the right places to go for the right things. Boston is filled with cheap finds that fit any budget; you just need to know where to look! Here are some tips and tricks for budget shopping on Newbury Street: Content: Catch that SALE: Newbury Street 2 Forever 21 and H&M 2 DIY Mocktails & Gyro Burgers 3 What’s Free in Boston 4 Shopping on a budget is possible if you know where to go! June/July Edition
$5-$7 pancakes, omelets, $12 per person $3.25 per slice of pizzafrench toast buffet special anytime of the day
Hungry? Try these good eats on Newbury Street! The key is when to dine, not what.
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LIVING INBOSTON
Tackling Boston on a Budget By Phuong Nguy (South RA)
Boston is a beautiful city but incredibly difficult to live in if you’re juggling a part-time job as a full-time student.
Living in the city means unlimited access to lavish boutiques, fine dining and swanky nightlife scenes. But lets face it; all that means to us college students is expense, expense, EXPENSE!! Which, mind you, we can’t afford. So what is a Simmons student to do in this expensive city? Know the right places to go for the right things. Boston is filled with cheap finds that fit
any budget; you just need to know where to look! Here are some tips and tricks for budget shopping on Newbury Street:
Content:Catch that SALE: Newbury Street 2Forever 21 and H&M 2DIY Mocktails & Gyro Burgers 3What’s Free in Boston 4
Shopping on a budget is possible if you know where to go!
June/July Edition
Catch that SALEon Newbury Street!
These stores can be expensive, but if you skip the front and make a bee line towards the back of the store, you’ll find affordable treasure!
1. Urban OutfittersHidden behind the stairs, around the back of the mens department on the second floor is where they keep all their sales! Accessories and T-shirts up to 80% off, dresses up to 50% off
2. So Good JewelryIn small bins and containers scattered around the store, jewelry on sale for $1 to $5
3. 344Downstairs, dresses are on sale for as low as $5, designer shoes found at the expensive LF store across the street is sold for $10-$15 cheaper at 344
4. Second Time AroundA high-end second hand store that sells designer clothes for 50% off or more. Can still be pricey but are great deals for when your grandma sends you a check for your birthday!
Forever 21 and H&MThese two stores are always affordable and offer a wide selection of clothes,
accessories, and shoes currently in fashion. Newbury Street may be known for its high-end boutiques, but Forever 21 and H&M provide you with a designer look without the designer cost. Here is a look that you can try!
Eat fancy, dress fancy, feel fancy but smell fancy?
Lush Cosmetics has solid perfumes for $10 in 8 different scents. Great for carrying around in purses and super long lasting!
Budget shopping on Newbury Street
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A. H&M Dress $17.50 B. Forever 21 Sandals $7.50 C. Urban Outfitters Sunglasses $6.99 D. Forever 21 Bangle $5.80 E. Forever 21 Nail Polish $2.80 F. Forever 21 Hair Clip $3.80 G. Forever 21 Wallet $7.80 H. Forever 21 Earring Set $4.80
Directions 1. Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat, and lightly oil grate. 2. In large bowl, combine ground beef, ground lamb, onion, garlic and bread crumbs. Season with savory, allspice, coriander, salt, pepper and cumin. Knead until mixture is stiff. Shape into 4 very thin patties (1/8 inch to 1/4 inch thick). 3. Cook patties for 5 to 7 minutes on each side, or until cooked through.
Do It Yourself!If you can, go for it! It saves money and can be a lot of fun! Invite friends, whip out a camera and make it a night to remember!
DIY
MocktailsBy Sara Hanna (South RA)courtesy of www.drinksmixer.com
An average cocktail is about $8-$12 at a bar. Make enough drinks for a party of 4-8 for under that!
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This issue was written and created by Phuong Nguy with submissions from Sara Hana, Anthony Black and Jennifer Shaw
Free Summer Activities by Jennifer Shaw (North RA)
What’s Free In Boston?
Free Friday Flicks at the Hatch Shell on the Esplanadehttp://www.bostoncentral.com/events/free_friday_flicks/p974.php
Friday July 15, Sunset (8:19 pm) - "MEGAMIND"Friday July 22, Sunset (8:14 pm) - "Despicable Me"Friday July 29, Sunset (8:07 pm) - "How To Train Your Dragon"
Family Film Festival at the Prudential Centerwww.prudentialcenter.com/promotions/filmfest2011.php
July 9 - Aug 27 on the South GardenSaturday, July 9 - MegamindSaturday, July 16 - Despicable MeSaturday, July 23 - Happy FeetSaturday, July 30 - Shrek Forever AfterSaturday, August 6 - Toy Story 3Saturday, August 13 - Princess DiariesSaturday, August 20 - Gnomeo & JulietSaturday, August 27 - Tangled
Revere Beach National Sand Sculpting Festival July 14-17: http://reverebeachpartnership.com/sandsculpting/
Concerts in the Courtyard at the Boston Public Libraryhttp://www.bpl.org/news/concerts.htm
Fridays at 12:30pm, June 30 - August 26Central Library in Copley Square
103.3 WODS Free Summer Concert Series at the Hatch Shell on the Esplanadehttp://www.celebrateboston.com/hatch-shell/concerts.htm
Sunday July 3, 8:30 pmMonday July 4, 8:00 pmWednesday July 13, 7:00 pmWednesday July 20, 7:00 pmSaturday July 23, 7:00 - 9:30 pmWednesday July 27, 7:00 pm
