{"id":6366,"date":"2017-09-27T00:41:50","date_gmt":"2017-09-27T08:41:50","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.wou.edu\/westernjournal\/?p=6366"},"modified":"2017-09-26T20:50:56","modified_gmt":"2017-09-27T04:50:56","slug":"monmouth-offers-small-town-fun","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wou.edu\/westernhowl\/monmouth-offers-small-town-fun\/","title":{"rendered":"Monmouth offers small town fun"},"content":{"rendered":"
Caity Healy | Lifestyle Editor<\/span><\/h5>\n

Between the hustle and bustle of a new school year, preparing for and beginning the fall term and attempting to adjust to an entirely new schedule, it can be a daunting task for students to find time for themselves. However, in order to let your brain reboot and therefore increase productivity, it\u2019s incredibly important. While attending school in the small town of Monmouth may seem like it limits your options for fun, in reality, there\u2019s still a plethora of ways to unwind and find enjoyment just down the road from Western\u2019s campus.<\/span><\/p>\n

What better way to take a break from the day-to-day business than to treat yourself to one of the amazing restaurants that the city has to offer? All along Main Street, students can find endless eateries that can match any craving. From pizza at Yeasty Beasty, to celebrating Wing Wednesdays at the Main St Pub & Eatery \u2014 even to satisfying a sweet tooth down the road at Fro-Zone Frozen Yogurt in Independence. Simply walking down Main Street will offer you countless mouth-watering options. However, if students go a little further they can find more treats that Monmouth has to offer. Hidden away are restaurants such as Rookies, Pink House Cafe and Starduster Diner \u2014 all student favorites.<\/span><\/p>\n

While the choice of food is seemingly endless, it is certainly not all that Monmouth has to offer. When the weekend rolls around and you\u2019re looking for a little fun, get a group together or take a date down to PuttSkee\u2019s off of Monmouth-Independence Highway for some mini golf. If you\u2019re feeling a little adventurous, head to the skatepark next door to show off some impressive tricks. Or, if you want to work on those strikes and spares, head down to Dallas\u2019 Starlite Lanes to get a good game of bowling in.<\/span><\/p>\n

Itching to see something in theaters? On Friday nights go take part in discounted films in Independence with Midnight Movies. And if students are up for a short drive, they can go to Salem \u201cbecause there\u2019s always something to do there,\u201d as noted by sophomore nursing major Mercedes Allen.<\/span><\/p>\n

Oftentimes, the best way to unwind is simply to stay at home. However, that doesn\u2019t mean that you have to sacrifice having a good time. For students who choose this route, whether you\u2019re living off campus or in a dorm, sometimes the best nights involve getting creative in a kitchen, blasting your favorite music or having a movie or game night with the people closest to you. So, turn on Netflix, or head down to the nearest Red Box and stay in for a night of binge-watching good times.<\/span><\/p>\n

The life of a student at Western Oregon University is typically a very busy and scheduled one. When it\u2019s finally the weekend, it\u2019s important to remember to make time for yourself. With all of the small town charm Monmouth provides, that perfect, relaxing weekend is right in the palm of your hands \u2014 take advantage of it.<\/span><\/p>\n

Contact the author at chealy16@mail.wou.edu<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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