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THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN
OFF THE HILL
SHOPPING
AUGUST 15,2005
Used stores make entertainment cheap
Stores will purchase, redistribute music, videos, video games
Above: One of many rows of used CDs for sale inside Love Garden. Below: Miranda Omon, 13, and Natalia McFarland, 13,
enjoy their afternoon dancing and singing to some R&B tunes at CD Tradepost. The store buys and sells CDs, DVDs and video games.
Photos by Kerri Henderson/KANSAN
BY ADAM LAND
editor@kansan.com
KANSAN STAFF WRITER
Students don't always have room in the budget for DVDs, video games and compact discs. So, for the people who still need these items, Lawrence has CD Tradepost, 4000 W. Sixth St Suite C and Hastings Books, Music and Video, 1900 W. 23rd St.
Hastings sells preowned movies, video games, books and music, said Becca Breithaupt, guest service manager.
The store buys all those forms of entertainment from customers and offers either store credit or cash.
Hasting's has over 5,000 compact discs and almost as many movies, games, and books, Breithaupt said.
But Hasting's is not the only place to buy used entertainment.
Except for books, CD Tradepost offers many of the same services as Hasting's.
The Tradepost has thousands of movies on both VHS and DVD. Linda Morton, owner, said the stock at the store on Sixth Street comprised more than 11,000 CDs, 1,500 DVDs, 1,000 VHS tapes and 1,500 games.
Not only are the movies in both cassette and CD formats, they are also on sale. Yes, the movies are preowned, but the store offers 30 days full refund. If the movie works the entire time it is fine, and you just saved money.
The store sells video games for Playstation, Playstation 2, PSP, XBOX, Sega Dreamcast, Nintendo 64 and Game Cube.
New and old games are discounted so the college student can get the games they want and a percentage of the original price.
But what would all the pre-owned fun be without CDs? As the name says, the store has thousands of CDs in all genres of music.
The return policy is the same for the CDs as it is for the rest of the items. So listen to the entire CD and if it is scratched take it back, if not, eniov.
The diversity in items is not the only appeal of the store, it also doubles as an electronic pawnshop, or trading post.
Customers can bring in old movies, music and games, as well as gaming systems, to be bought or cashed in for store credit.
Or if you've gone through your CD collection and don't really know how bad you need that Backstreet Boys album you bought in high school, go trade or sell them.
If you need fast money pawning can be a legal way to get it.
Finally, if you like to shop from your room, go online and get discounts specific to the Web site. It has the inventory of not only the Lawrence store, but the other stores in the chain.
Another location is at 2540 S. Iowa St.
But if you want a more local dealer, try the Love Garden. 936-1/2 Massachusetts St.
The business has been buying and selling music for over 15 years, said Kelly Corcoran, music buyer for the store.
The Garden has about 8,000 CDs and 40,000 records.
When you are ready to buy or sell here are three places where you can browse and walk through.
The store, like the aforementioned two, does buy and sell for cash or store credit.
So get used and enjoy the items.
Party
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THE SMALLER GET-TOGETHER
Throwing a party like this is easy, but hard to stop once in motion. Don't try and make people do things, like stay off the carpet, just enjoy the ride.
The rules change when the setting is more intimate. The person who throws the party can offer better liquor, atmosphere and accomodations.
If you're having 20 to 30 people visit for a barbecue, liquor may be a cost effective way to go. Tequila and blender, or vodka and cranberry juice could be a
much better way for the smaller group to enjoy the event. With a smaller group you can even have a theme for the event, such as martini night, margarita night or whatever libation you like best.
up. Don't clean, just make the home presentable. Have clean cups and counter tops. It will get dirty again, but there is nothing worse than having nowhere to sit and nothing to drink out of.
This size of group should be better, at least for you. With a smaller group you are generally familiar with the people there and they are with you. So there is no huge need, generally, to lock rooms and hide valuables. It is not to say they will not take anything, but usually you're safe with your friends.
Because these are your friends, they have put up with you to this point. So do them a favor and just pick the place
These parties are usually a lot less stressful because you know the inhabitants and you do have more control of the masses. So enjoy and relax, the party will go as you lead.
POSSIBLE TROUBLE
Throwing a party of any kind comes with risks, and the police in Lawrence will not hesitate to write a citation or even take you to jail.
The most common call is for noise complaints, said Sgt. Dan
Ward, Lawrence police department. Offenders are given a notice to appear and can be levied fines by the court. All fines are determined by the municipal court, Ward said.
The other risk is minors in possession, which can get the minor and the host in trouble. The police can issue citations and even physically arrest the minor and host for that. he said.
Other things to avoid are littering, public urination and fighting.
Basically, be careful when you throw a party and understand that things can go wrong and prepare for the possibility of trouble.
Treats
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Once Tad's closes its shack for the summer, Sonic Drive-In is the place to go for your slushy needs. With an assortment of classic flavors and exotic new blends, you can choose a new 44 oz of rehydration every time you visit. Sonic Drive-Ins are at 1015 E. 23rd St., 2401 W. 31st St., 1003 N. Third St., and 3201 W. Sixth St.,
Smoothies and Shakes
Forget the original 31 flavors and go for the new Breezes at Baskin Robbins, 721
Wakarusa Drive and 1524 W. 23rd St. Refreshing, fruity sensations like Strawberry Citrus, Wild Mango and Kiwi will rejuvenate any muggy summer day. For coffee fanatics, try a Cappuccino Blast made with real coffee, vanilla ice cream and ice. Make sure to ask for whip cream and cinnamon for the ultimate indulgence. A healthier but still lip-smacking choice is the Juice Stop, 812 Massachusetts St., 3514 Clinton Parkway and 4821 W. Sixth St., with its smoothies full of fresh fruit and wellness blends.
— Edited by Erin M. Droste