Shop Your Heart Out!

Literally within walking distance of Sacred Heart University, the Westfield Mall of Trumbull, CT is a great way to spend the day. Who doesn't like shopping, eating, or just walking around with your friends?

With 155 stores and 26 options to dine from, the mall is the go-to place for any college student! You can usually find other Sacred Heart students grabbing lunch at Panera or grabbing some essentials from Target, so it is a great place to meet other students that you usually wouldn't!

Recently transformed and re-decorated on both the inside and out, it has a new, elegant atmosphere! You have to see it to believe it!
Click the following link to find out about the new transformation:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oDDvlUJ_D08












Westfield Trumbull Mall
5065 Main Street, Trumbull, CT 06611
Phone: (203) 372 4500
http://www.westfield.com/trumbull

Hours:

Monday - Saturday 10:00am-9:30pm
Sunday 11:00am-7:00pm

Support Your Local Zoo!!

Who wouldn't want to see a tiger? Especially if it is only a short 10 minutes drive away?

Lions, TIGERS, and Bears! Oh My!

Connecticut's only zoo is home to many endangered species of animals, including the Siberian Tiger and the Blue Poison Dart Frog! The money from every ticket you purchase, a low price of only $12.00, when you visit the Beardsley Zoo goes to conservation efforts to help animal species that are endangered or in danger of a habitat loss!

Bring your friends! If you go in a group of 10 or more each admission ticket is reduced to only $8.00 per ticket!


Chacoan peccary Piglet!




Through its conservation efforts, baby animals are constantly being born at the zoo! Click the following link to see a video of the baby Chacoan Peccary Piglet that was recently born at the zoo in October! Don't forget to visit before she grows up!
Click the link to watch a short video clip of the newest member of the Beardsley Zoo!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xmvuQKMA0R4&feature=youtu.be


Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo
1875 Noble Avenue
Bridgeport, CT 06610
http://www.beardsleyzoo.org/
Open 9am-4pm, 362 days/year





Located in Shelton, CT, Sports Center of Connecticut allows all ages to engage in the many fun activities that they offer! With 115,000 square feet of indoor facilities, you can participate no matter the weather. Complimentary wi-fi and a hot cafeteria are only two of the great features that they offer. Whether you want to engage in an old sport or learn a new one, there are instructors available upon request. With low prices, a great location, friendly staff, and clean facilities, going to the Sports Center of Connecticut is a great way to get off campus and forget about the anxieties of school!



Bowling!
Laser Tag!

Driving Range!

Mini Golf!

Batting Range!

Ice Skating!

Sports Center of Connecticut

784 River Rd. (Rt. 110)
Shelton, CT 06484 

http://www.sportscenterct.com/

GO NY GO NY GO GO!

Any of you knicks fans out there? If you are I'm sure you remember the  Eastern conference champion 1999 Knicks chant go NY go NY go go!! This chant has been hibernating for 10 years, almost as long Knicks dry spell! Depressing Knick fans had 11 straight seasons with little hope for championship. However, with the signing of 3 all stars in the past year:  Amarie Stumeire, Carmelo Anthony, Tyson Chandler and there new emerging star Jeremy Lin, the Knicks are back and ready to contend for a championship for the first time in 12 years.

Whether you're a knicks fan or not  take the only hour trip to the world most famous arena, madison square quarden to watch one of the most exiting teams in the NBA! With plenty of games left in season click the link to see when the next home game is!

New York Knicks Schedule

Achieve Higher Grades..Through EXERCISE!!

Stressed Over Mid Terms?

Take a break from the books and head to the gym to boost brainpower! According webMD, David Atkinson, director of program development at Coop Ventures Aerobics was quoted saying the following, "exercise increases serotonin or the "happy feeling" chemical in the brain to boost mental clarity."

Come sigh up at Trumbull's NEW L.A. Fitness located at 5065 Main Street, Trumbull, CT! (Shuttle Transportation available!) Besides your basic gym equipment, the facility also offers the following features:

- Group Fitness Classes

- Pool

- Basketball Court

- Sauna

- Spa

And so much more!!

SIGN UP TODAY FOR A FREE GUEST PASS to try out the place!!!

Spring Break is quickly approaching, have you booked your well-deserved vacation yet?

Top five college Spring break Destinations of 2012!!!

Punta Cana, Dominican Republic

·         Come enjoy an all-inclusive retreat to the beautiful island of Punta Cana. Between the 28,000 hotel rooms available, one can book a room at an affordable price in the major resort area of the Dominican Republic! It's white-sandy beaches, crystal blue Caribbean water, and unique cuisine make Punta Cana our # 1 pick for a spring break destination this year!

2.) Daytona Beach, Florida

Forget worrying about getting your Passport on time, avoid the hassle and spend your spring break right here in the USA! Because of its geographic location, Daytona Beach is within a day’s trip to many nearby, popular attractions, including Disney World and Universal Studios in Orlando, Florida. It also has 23 miles of the best-known sandy beaches on the East Coast, with hard-packed sand that allows tourists the option of driving on the beaches in restricted areas. Spending Spring Break in Daytona Beach, Florida is considered an American tradition and offers student-friendly prices for accommodation!!

3.) Bahamas

Want to be guaranteed that other college-aged individuals will be staying where you are this Spring Break? Look no further, because Nassau and Paradise Island are the most popular Spring Break spots in the Bahamas; with crowds of teenagers, bars, casinos, and nightclubs easily accessible. You can also visit Grand Island, or one of the many other alternative islands, if you are interested in a more serene, relaxing Spring Break. As a popular place for dolphins to visit, you may even be lucky enough to receive a visit from these friendly animals!!

 

4.) Cancún, Mexico

Being ranked one of the top party destinations in North America, Cancún, Mexico is always an excellent choice for your Spring Break destination! Cancún’s cheap accommodations make it affordable for any struggling college-aged student to afford, and they certainly seem to cherish the party-destination reputation that they are mostly known for. Whether you want to meet other people, relax on the beach all day, go to night clubs, spend your break sight-seeing or golfing, Cancún is the right destination for anyone, which is why we ranked it as the number 4 Spring Break destination for 2012.

 #5 Miami, Florida

As Will Smith states in his hit Pop song, “Welcome to Miami”, Spring Breakers that are seeking more of a party and night-life atmosphere need to head on down to South Beach. With copious bars and clubs to choose from, Miami is definitely where all of the 21+ year olds spend their Spring Break. It is known as one of the top party destinations in the United States. Also, Miami Beach has beautiful beaches to relax and tan on during the day, so you can conserve your energy to stay up for the reputable nightlife. Therefore, Miami, Florida slips into the 5^th and final spot on our list of top Spring Break destinations of 2012!

Get Up, Get Out, and Get Active!

Are you a college student that is confined to the limitations of your dorm or classrooms?

Are you low on money and cannot afford to waste money on fun activities?

Wouldn’t it be nice to get up off your futon, put down your bowl of popcorn, and do something that would make you feel healthier, more energetic, and clear your mind from the anxieties of your schoolwork?

If you answered yes to these questions, then we have the ultimate day destination for you!!!

Sleeping Giant State Park, Hamden, CT

What is there to Do?

Being one of the most prominent and popular mountaintops in south central Connecticut, Sleeping Giant State Park is definitely a fun and scenic location to visit!         

·         Hiking – Over thirty miles of trails. They sponsor over 15 guided hikes each year.

oInterested in attending a guided hike? Click the following link for upcoming dates! http://www.sgpa.org/hikes/hikes.html

·         Lookout Tower – There is a 4-story tower located at the end of the 1 and ½ mile scenic Tower Path. From this optimal point, you will be able to see the New Haven cityscape and the Long Island Sound.

·         Nature Trail – There are so many different animal species that you can spot while hiking Sleeping Giant’s trails!

·         Picnicing – dozens of picnic tables are located throughout the park!

·         Stream Fishing – Speckled Trout occupy Mill River at Sleeping Giant!

·         Camping, Rock Climbing, Horseback Riding, and Cross Country Skiing – You can enjoy the park, even in the winter months!

Admission to the park is free until Memorial Day! So hurry on up and take a hike!!

Wondering how the name Sleeping Giant to describe the mountain top came about? Visit their website for directions and historical information about the mountain! http://www.sgpa.org/

Have any friends that attend Quinnipiac University? Spend the day with them and hike the Sleeping Giant!!

BowTie Tuesday Movie Deal

Nothing to do with your friends on a Tuesday night?!?

 Come to the Bow Tie Cinemas, located only ten minuets away from campus! EVERY TUESDAY, regular movies (not including 3-D movies) are shown for JUST $6 per ticket!!

Bow Tie Cinema, a four generation family-owned company has over 15 locations and is passionate about bringing its customers' the best services as possible, while enjoying the lastest movies!

NEWEST RELEASES!!

Safe House

Rated 7.2/10 Stars Denzel Washing, Ryan Reynolds, and Robert Patrick.

A young CIA agent is tasked with looking after a fugitive in a safe house. But when the safe house is attacked, he finds himself on the run with his charge.

The Vow

Rated 6.6/10 Stars Rachel McAdams, Channing Tatum, and Sam Neill. 

A car accident puts Paige (McAdams) in a coma, and when she wakes up with severe memory loss, her husband Leo (Tatum) works to win her heart again.

 Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace

Rated 6.4/10 Stars: Ewan McGregor, Liam Neeson, and Natalie Portman.

Two Jedi Knights uncover a wider conflict when they are sent as emissaries to the blockaded planet Naboo.

Coming Soon to Theaters!!

For more Information Vist Bow Tie Cinema's Website : http://www.bowtiecinemas.com/index.php

Giving the Gift of Love...At an Affordable Price

Valentine's Day is right around the corner...are you still looking for ideas on what to get your special someone?

Top Five Affordable Gift Ideas of 2012

1. Ediable Arrangements- What women doesn't like chocolate and fruit? Better yet...TOGETHER!? The company offers a variety of Valentine's Day arrangments at a reasonable price! Check out their Sweetheart Swizzle Bouquet for ONLY $45!! Click on their website to view more of their amazing products! http://www.ediblearrangements.com/

 

 

 

 

 

2. Victoria's Secret- Victoria Secret is offering Ultimate Gift Kits starting at ONLY $15!! http://www.victoriassecret.com/

 Victoria Secret's Sexy Little Things Ultimate Tease Gift Kit includes Scented Body Lotion, Body Mist, and Bubble Bath. It also comes with a Scented Candle and Initmate Perfume!

3. Build a Bear- What girl doesn't like to recieve a cuddly teddy bear? Build a Bear lets consumers come into the hands-on workshops to customize their own bear making Build a Bears' more sentimental! http://www.buildabear.com/shopping/

 4. Shutterfly- Starting at only $24.99 with a 20% DISCOUNT PROMOTION code, consumers can get their very own 8 x 11 photo book full of pictures and memories of each other together!! http://www.shutterfly.com/

5. Things to Remember- This customized jewerly and accessory company is offering fashion heart necklaces starting at $29.99 including a FREE gift!! http://www.thingsremembered.com/