by Jake Lessels
The sidewalk in front of the state house in Concord last Friday, November 6 was filled with more than one hundred people. These people came from all over New Hampshire, from various peace groups and church organizations. This being its 12th annual gathering, Gimme Shelter has been constantly growing in popularity. The event is to gain awareness of homelessness in the Concord and Manchester area. The hundred-something group started by making their shelters fro the night, they would be sleeping in cardboard structures to simulate the real experiences that actual homeless people go through every night.
Throughout the night, several people spoke to the semi-circle formed on the cold cement. These people ranged from the heads of the event to New England College Peace Club students and also a few of the homeless that were in attendance. The masterminds, Marta Yager and Molly Messenger behind the operation told the crowd what their group, the American Friends Service Committee, does for the homeless population in New Hampshire. The AFSC helps families get into homes, helping homeless on the streets with food and many more great tasks. Some students from NEC read poems about the struggles that homeless people face everyday. There were several homeless and recovering homeless people that told their stories and stories of fellow homeless friends that had lost their life to the streets
At around six in the morning, the boxes started to stir, people emerged, chilled to the bone. Many of the event goers will likely never forget this experience and every time they go by the state house they can lean over to say to their friend, I’ve slept there before. Your friend will probably say “What? Are you nuts?” And you will tell them it was for a good cause and it was a lot of fun.
Modern Warfare 2 Review
by: Dan Lux
On November 10, 2009 at 12 o’clock a.m. Infinity Ward came out with the newest of Call Of Duty game, Modern Warfare 2. Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 takes place in today’s life. Just like all of the Call Of Duty games this is a first person shooter that puts you right in the action of battle. But unlike any of the other Call Of Duty games, Modern Warfare 2 is the only game that is a direct sequel to the last best selling game Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare. With new perks and arms, Modern Warfare 2 allows players to accomplish more and has more leeway to make their weapons the way they would like them if they were actually in battle.
As for Matt Henrikson a senior, along with all the other kids from Hopkinton say, “I usually don’t like shooting games, but this game is sick!” Lately Modern Warfare 2 has been the game to talk about. This is the next game to buy whether you like shooting games or not. You will be hooked in because of the quality and action itself.
As for Matt Henrikson a senior, along with all the other kids from Hopkinton say, “I usually don’t like shooting games, but this game is sick!” Lately Modern Warfare 2 has been the game to talk about. This is the next game to buy whether you like shooting games or not. You will be hooked in because of the quality and action itself.
Arular
Colin Amoth
A beautiful mosaic of world sounds and political rap is just the beginning in trying to describe Maya Arulpragasam’s (a.k.a. MIA) first full-length album. The story of the daughter of a Sir-Lankan freedom fighter can be heard through the dance hall of exotic instruments and heavy electro beats. Playful political lyrics spark on and off in between catchy rhymes and clever play-on-words. And even with all the heart-breaking commentary on issues, like sweat shops in her hometown, she still keeps it interesting and lively; maybe you’ll even feel the urge to dance, which isn’t uncommon. If there is one thing that is absolutely certain about this album, it is that she refuses to stay silent and we are glad for the rebellion.
My personal rating: 4 out of 5
One Act Plays
One Act Plays
by Katy White
The Hopkinton High School drama club is putting on four one-act plays on Friday November 20th and Saturday November 21st. The plays will take place in the auditorium at Hopkinton High School, and they will begin at 8:00 pm on both nights. The admission is 5$ per person and the senior citizen discount is 3$.
The plays that will be performed are: "Nobody Sleeps," "Private Eye," "How Does A Thing Like That Get Started?," and "Anybody For Tea?" Each play will last about 25-30 minutes, and there will be a brief intermission after the first two plays.
Junior Olivia Wheat said she likes drama club because it's a fun place to hang out with friends and because she enjoys theater. Fans of Wheat can see her as she plays the title character in "Private Eye", a comical outlook of what it's like to be a female private eye investigating a psycho wealthy brat.
by Katy White
The Hopkinton High School drama club is putting on four one-act plays on Friday November 20th and Saturday November 21st. The plays will take place in the auditorium at Hopkinton High School, and they will begin at 8:00 pm on both nights. The admission is 5$ per person and the senior citizen discount is 3$.
The plays that will be performed are: "Nobody Sleeps," "Private Eye," "How Does A Thing Like That Get Started?," and "Anybody For Tea?" Each play will last about 25-30 minutes, and there will be a brief intermission after the first two plays.
Junior Olivia Wheat said she likes drama club because it's a fun place to hang out with friends and because she enjoys theater. Fans of Wheat can see her as she plays the title character in "Private Eye", a comical outlook of what it's like to be a female private eye investigating a psycho wealthy brat.
Blood Drive At Hopkinton High
Blood Drive At Hopkinton High
by Katy White
On Friday November 6th the Hopkinton High School National Honors Society hosted a blood drive. Any one 17 years or older was eligible to donate blood. Students who were younger and had a permission slip signed by their legal guardians were also allowed to donate.
The process was somewhat complicated. First, you had to show a current form of I.D. and you had to fill out various forms verifying who you were, and how your health was. After completing the forms, your blood would be tested for iron levels. Once it was confirmed that there was enough iron in your blood, your blood could be drawn.
Even though the process was complicated and made some people squeamish, it was very rewarding. It is estimated that each person who donated blood saved three lives.
by Katy White
On Friday November 6th the Hopkinton High School National Honors Society hosted a blood drive. Any one 17 years or older was eligible to donate blood. Students who were younger and had a permission slip signed by their legal guardians were also allowed to donate.
The process was somewhat complicated. First, you had to show a current form of I.D. and you had to fill out various forms verifying who you were, and how your health was. After completing the forms, your blood would be tested for iron levels. Once it was confirmed that there was enough iron in your blood, your blood could be drawn.
Even though the process was complicated and made some people squeamish, it was very rewarding. It is estimated that each person who donated blood saved three lives.
A New Kind of Senioritis
by Dorothy England
Tuesday, November 11th, nine Seniors from Hopkinton High School met together with 5 Senior Citizens to have an introductory breakfast, concerning this year's Senior to Senior Project. Nini Allen, the founder of this organization, started this project 15 years ago in order to create interaction between Senior Citizens and Senior students. What started as a one-woman job evolved into a volunteer opportunity for students to partake in. The basic task of this project is for two Senior students to be paired up with a Senior Citizen and for these two students to alternate calling the Senior Citizen throughout the year. Allen admitted that some years were better than others but she has faith in this year and the students helping out.
"This project is beneficial because it gives the elderly a chance to have something to, someone to look forward to", says Emma Brown, a Senior participating in this project. Jessie Pennell, another volunteer, also mentions that it "combines different spirits and different generations".
The initial meeting went very well; laughter was heard across the cafeteria where it was held and many traits, including pets, family and interests were learned about each person involved. The goal of this project is to contribute to the community and form friendships between all ages.
Tuesday, November 11th, nine Seniors from Hopkinton High School met together with 5 Senior Citizens to have an introductory breakfast, concerning this year's Senior to Senior Project. Nini Allen, the founder of this organization, started this project 15 years ago in order to create interaction between Senior Citizens and Senior students. What started as a one-woman job evolved into a volunteer opportunity for students to partake in. The basic task of this project is for two Senior students to be paired up with a Senior Citizen and for these two students to alternate calling the Senior Citizen throughout the year. Allen admitted that some years were better than others but she has faith in this year and the students helping out.
"This project is beneficial because it gives the elderly a chance to have something to, someone to look forward to", says Emma Brown, a Senior participating in this project. Jessie Pennell, another volunteer, also mentions that it "combines different spirits and different generations".
The initial meeting went very well; laughter was heard across the cafeteria where it was held and many traits, including pets, family and interests were learned about each person involved. The goal of this project is to contribute to the community and form friendships between all ages.
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