February, 2010 - The Temple News

Franzia, Facebook cure Feb. 14 blues

08 February 2010 Matt Flocco

For spending Valentine’s Day alone, Matt Flocco offers suggestions to make the infamous Hallmark holiday less about love and more about laughs.

Learning to love ‘me’ and not ‘we’

08 February 2010 Rosella Eleanor LaFevre

As Rosella Eleanor LaFevre reveals in her essay, love starts closer than expected – with yourself.

Main Campus loves then still thrive now

08 February 2010 Dana Ricci

Not all romances formed on Main Campus fizzle after the second J&H lunch date. Some North Broad Street-based loves have stood the test of time. Whether it’s a meeting at the Bell Tower or a

Standing alone with company

08 February 2010 The Temple News

Whether it’s Valentine’s Day or any day between, moments spent with another are to be cherished as unique moments, untouched by the past.

Where to sneak when you want to snog

08 February 2010 Bob Kaplan

With Valentine’s Day coming up, knowing Main Campus’ most intimate spots could come in handy. Falling in love is something special, and Temple can offer special places to cherish that love. There are many spots on campus that can create a romantic moment or two for you and your special somebody.

‘Pillow Talk’ and ‘Qchat’ cheers to booze, men

08 February 2010 Josh Fernandez and Libby Peck

The Temple News’ sex columnist and gay life columnist decided to come together this Valentine’s Day and venture throughout Philly’s bar scene in search of one prize they both had in common: men. This Valentine’s

Out of the heart-shaped box

08 February 2010 Sheila Stanton

As another Valentine’s Day comes and goes, another uneaten box of chocolates goes to waste and a dozen dying roses shed their petals all over the kitchen table.

Modern-day love letters

08 February 2010 Matt Flocco

The murals that span 50 rooftops in West Philadelphia get a whole weekend of love. The Mural Arts Program offers three events in celebration of Valentine’s Day from Feb. 12 to 15.

Street Sounds: Oso

08 February 2010 Stephen Kimmerly

Blending a multitude of sounds, Oso takes members’ different musical interests and backgrounds and creates a simple rock sound reminiscent of the more slow-paced, California groove-rock bands. The end result? The Beatles, Sublime and psychedelic rock all rolled into one.

Get a love “Smak” on the lips with these sweet gifts

08 February 2010 Rosella Eleanor LaFevre

Rosella LaFevre got the scoop on some kitschy presents for Valentine’s Day.