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THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN WWW.KANSAN.COM News WEDNESDAY, JUNE 4, 2008
LAWRENCE
Top bars to visit this summer
CHRISTINE D'AMICO/KANSAN
Louise's West patrons Patrick Buchanan and Brett Schowalter enjoy a couple of drinks at their favorite summertime bar. Many other bars in Lawrence offer fun for those summer downtimes.
It's summertime in Lawrence. Students have left and been replaced with construction zones. With such a dramatic shift in the population, it's easy to end up at a popular college bar and find the stools empty. Here are the top bars to visit this summer.
5. LOUISE'S WEST 1307 W 7TH ST.
During the school year, this watering hole might not be on the top of many lists, but when summertime comes this bar shows its double life. It may not be the roomiest bar in town, but don't let that fool you. Its cozy nature and scooner-sized beer options attract all kinds of summer residents.
4. CADILLAC RANCH 2515 W 6TH ST.
"It's definitely a niche bar," employee Brett Schowalter said. "West will continue with or without students, but in the summer time there is definitely an influx."
If a dance floor more suits your fancy, then head uptown to "The Ranch." Patrons can break down the beat to an array of popular music. Once you've built up a sweat, head to the large outdoor patio. Beware that it may not be a place for a quietconversation, though.
3. JET LAG LOUNGE 610 FLORIDA ST.
The next stop to put on your "night out" list, Jet Lag. This bar is filled
with plenty of people and amazingly priced drinks.
2. REPLAY LOUNGE
946 MASSACHUSETTS ST.
"The happening places in the summer are different than during the school year because their clienteles don't necessarily go to college," Jayhawk Taxi driver Shawn Hoefler said. He was right. After dropping me off at the Replay, I realized live music and a large patio was the perfect equation for a great night out.
"The summer really picks up. The size of the bar doubles with how big the patio is and it's a great atmosphere," Lacey Doherty, Olathe
junior, said.
1. QUINTON'S BAR AND DELI 615 MASSACHUSETTS ST.
"It's a lot more relaxed in the summer, more fun to drink at and more mature atmosphere," 2007 graduate Valerie Thudium said.
With two patios and four bars, including the season-fitting ice bar, Quinton's laid-back environment can suit everyone in a social group.
So, while out this summer, venture to new places, try new social scenes and mingle with the summer social crowd around Lawrence.
— Christine D'Amico
1. Have your soil tested. Jennifer Smith, a horticulture agent with the Douglas County Extension Office, said tests could help check pH levels and help determine what could and couldn't grow in your yard.
》 ENVIRONMENT
Greener lawn tips
Here are some eco-friendly tips to keep your lawn looking its best and promote a healthy environment.
2. Don't bag your grass clippings. Smith said leaving the clippings on the lawn helped recycle plant nutrients. This conserves
— Mandy Earles
more water and less fertilizer is needed.
3. Mow your lawn when the grass is almost three to four inches. Smith said this decreased the number of times needed to mow and helped your grass withstand pest attacks.
Source:
www.kansasgreenv yards.org
SUMMERTIME FUN
Bonfires warm up summer
Remove the wiring from your grill. Gather dry wood, sticks and leaves and stack them in your grill. Make sure they are dry because damp wood causes more smoke. Splash a tiny bit of lighter fluid onto the wood and carefully light it on fire. Prod the wood to keep the fire going. As the fire burns low, add more wood and leaves.
If you're looking for a great way to spend a summer night with your friends, look no further than your backyard. Creating a bonfire can instantly warm up a summer breeze. If you try to make this camping classic on the ground, you may cause a fire. For safety, find a small or medium charcoal grill to prepare your bonfire.
Once your bonfire is going, cozy up and enjoy the flames. A fun way to enjoy the bonfire is making s'mores by buying graham crackers, chocolate and marshmallows.
"One of the best things about summer is having some beer with your friends around a bonfire in the middle of nowhere," Margie Rolwes, 2008 graduate, said. "You can have someone blasting a radio from a car and it's always fun. I love grabbing a bag of marshmallows and just hanging out by the fire."
— Rebekah Scaperlanda
Get wire hangers from your closet and unbend to make roasting utensils. Roast the marshmallows on your hangings in your new bonfire and enjoy the tasty treat.
Keep water or a hose near by in order to control the flames if they get too large. When you're finished with your bonfire, make sure all the flames are extinguished before you go inside. Bonfires are fun, but lighting your friends on fire does not make for a fun night.
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