ashley's hot spots

All aboard the Pineapple Express

2008-08-12T07:44:00.000-07:00

Premiered this weekend, Pineapple Express (starring Seth Rogen and James Franco) is a must see for anyone who loved Superbad or looking to have some good laughs. Don't expect any deep plot lines or life-changing epiphany's after seeing this movie, and it's not really geared towards the older crowd (50+) but I definitely reccommend going to check it out. James Franco and Seth Rogen are a good comedic team and its sure to become a cult favorite. If you look at the numbers, its proving to be a hit.

For showtimes near you, check out http://www.moviefone.com/

All Points West Music and Arts Festival

2008-08-06T06:46:00.000-07:00

If you're into good live music and are looking for something to do this weekend, the All Points West Festival is worth checking out. Located at Liberty State Park in Jersey City, All Points West is a three day festival (Friday, Aug. 8- Sunday, Aug. 10) that features acts like Jack Johnson, Ben Harper and the Innocent Criminals, Radiohead, The Roots, and Trey Anastasio & Classic TAB. The New York City skyline sets as the perfect background for a weekend of live music and tons of cool exhibits.
You can buy tickets for just the day or the whole weekend.
http://www.apwfestival.com/

Larger Than Life at the IMAX

2008-08-05T12:38:00.000-07:00

So, I've never really been a big movie buff, and certainly not enough to take a drive down to the IMAX in Atlantic City to see a movie(located in the Quarter at the Tropicana), but I did make the drive down to go see the new Batman movie and I am glad I did! It was the first time I saw the movie, and it was unbelievable on the IMAX (I've read that some scenes were made just for IMAX screens). I definitely suggest taking a ride down there- ticket prices weren't bad and although it was a little crowded, it was still a pretty comfortable movie-going experience. Just make sure you get there early so you don't get stuck in the front seats with a major neckache.
It's great for a rainy day, or a night out. You can make an event out of it and go for dinner at one of the restaurants in the Quarter, maybe do some shopping and gambling? The possibilites are endless.. it's AC, baby!
http://www.tropicana.net/

Holla for a Dolla!

2008-07-31T16:28:00.000-07:00

If you're in the Seaside area, and you're looking to have a good time, Sawmill Friday's are the place to be. The crowd is young- early 20's to early 30's and mixed drinks and draft beers are $1 (they are served in little plastic cups) all night. There's never really a line to get in and cover charge is only $5. Upstairs in the Green Room, local bands play live music all night, and despite the usual boardwalk crowd, you can run into old friends and meet new people. Definitely suggest checking it out.
If you're into after hours- until Labor Day, Sawmill closes at 2am, but the party usually continues to Hemingway's and Bamboo Bar, both just a short stumble away :)

Welcome!

2008-07-31T10:20:00.000-07:00

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