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MESSAGE 1: THE SPRING BREAK COUNTDOWN!
How can I make vacation planning easier?
Make Your Life Easier
By….
Alright guys! Spring Break is almost
here with only two weeks left! At this
point you’re probably getting things into
place and hopefully things are going
according to plan! If not, it’s okay!
There are always changes to the game
plan, especially when you’re planning a
trip! Take a look at these helpful tips
that will make your vacation go a LOT
=
smoother!
1. Printing a Map! Don’t rely on
you GPS to save you! You
never know when you’ll lose
signal!
2. Checking the weather before
you pack!
3. Not buying things that won’t
pass through airline security!
Airport security is strict!
Don’t buy something that they
will make you throw away!
Wait until you land to buy it!
4. Hitting the road early! You
don’t want to miss your flight
or be stuck in traffic on your
drive!
5. Bring medicine for headaches
and stomach pain!
6. Prior to your landing, call the
hotel to see if your room is
ready! If your flight is delayed,
call the hotel ASAP!
MESSAGE 2: The Weekly Review!
Weekly reviews by your first-year peers of local restaurants, shops, places to go and more! So check it
out each week to see new reviews to help you choose!
ENJOY!
Review 1 – Entertainment
Fun Depot
By: Tanya Arrasola
Location: 7 Roberts Road (Exit 51 off I-40)
Ashville, NC, 28803
Phone Number: 828-227-2386 or 866-303-4386
Hours: Monday-Thursday 11:00am – 8:00pm
Friday and Saturday: 10:00am-11:00pm
Sunday: 1:00pm-8:00pm
Front part of Fun Depot
Introduction
Fun Depot is a great indoor and outdoor entertainment center for young children as well as for teenagers and
even for adults. The arcade area consist of indoor and outdoor go-carts, mini golf, 2-story laser tag, batting
cages, bumper cars, mini- bowling, inflatable’s, games and simulators, climbing wall, kids soft play and even
great food for your family to enjoy. Fun Depot is located in Asheville; you have to take exit 51 from 1-40 in order
to arrive there.
Specials
From the moment you enter you have to pass through a tunnel in which the main desk is located at. As soon as
you walk in the employees greet you and give you their prices in general and their special of the day. There
prices range from $1 dollar all the way to $8 dollars for an activity or an attraction. Fun Depot also has packages
that range from the amount of $10 dollars to $30 dollars. The prices are in the average range because you have
the flexibility to decide if you want to play a lot or if you only want to pay for one event and not waste your
money buying the big packets that include attractions and activities.
Atmosphere
The atmosphere is very friendly you could go with your whole family or even with your teenage friends. The
Employees always make sure you are having fun and that you are in a safe environment. There are different
types of attractions for every age group from children to teenagers and even for adults. When you enter Fun
Depot you are surrounded by the arcade, batting cages, laser tag, mini golf, and the climbing wall. You are taken
to the second part of the building, which includes the indoor and outdoor go-karts. The second floor consists of
mini bowling, bumper cars, a few arcade games as well as some inflatables for the kids and rooms that are
rented for parties.
Parties
Parties are a major role at Fun Depot since they have been voted number one for birthday parties for about four
years in a row by WNC. The parties include having free Wi-Fi, a spacious meeting room, food and drinks
provided, and different type of packages depending on what you decide to get. The prices start from $99 dollars
depending on what you want for your child. Parties at Fun Depot could be have a huge advantage because not
only are the kids having fun at the games but you also do not have to worry about cooking food and cleaning the
after mess.
The Depot Dinner
The Depot Dinner consists of pizza, wings, hot dogs, fries, chicken fingers, hamburgers, salads, desserts, and very
cold drinks. The prices are very cheap they start from $1 dollar all the way to $11.99. My family decided to get a
pizza, which was really good. I would recommend eating here after you played for couple of hours in the arcade
or bowling. Not only can you get food here but also you can order if you have a large group for example if a
family of 6 or 8 comes here than they can get a package. The cost of a package starts from $18 dollars all the
way to $22 dollars. What are included in most of the packages are 4 hot dogs and a box of fries, 8 chicken fingers
and a box of fries, and 1 large pizza and a box of hot wings with drinks.
My Experience Overall
Fun Depot has been one of the few arcade places I have enjoyed because most of the new ones seem to have an
environment for young teenagers and not for your whole family to be there and enjoy their time together. My
parents have always taken us to Fun Depot because not only do they have activities and attractions, but they
also have a bowling, golf and laser tag area while also having go-carts. Not many places offer all this attractions
in one area and for a really cheap price. I played for about two whole hours in the arcade and the bowling area,
which I enjoyed a lot. One of my favorite games in Fun Depot is the Jumping rope game because I always end up
getting jackpot and getting a lot of tickets. When my whole family and I finished playing we ended up getting
food in the food shop. We ended up getting pizza, which was really good they also had a really good service with
their employees. When I left the employees were still very nice they gave me a smile and a wave which I enjoyed
a lot because that meant they were very nice not only to me but they also enjoyed their job to. I would
recommend Fun Depot because not only will you have fun but you will also have the best service you will
imagine.
If you are curious to read more reviews, visit the wiki: http://roma.wcu.edu/groups/getlocal/
MESSAGE 3: Announcements!
SPECIAL EVENTS THIS WEEK!
Inflame Indian and Flamenco Music
Tuesday March 12, 7:30-9:30 in the Bardo Arts Center
Free For students! $5.00 for all others! On SALE NOW! Box Office 828-227-2479
Inflame is a world fusion band. The band's name is derived from the two cultures and musical genres it blends,
Indian and Flamenco. Four years ago, several musicians got together to discuss music as the common force that
connects all beings. Although each came from a different background and race, speaking different languages and
born and raised in different environments, the musicians agreed that all those differences reflected in their
music could be a powerful medium for connecting with music appreciators around the world, while delivering a
fresh new twist and sharing new sound combinations. Indian and Flamenco music have many differences and
similarities. Indian music originated in the Indus Valley, which later became the Indian subcontinent. The main
characteristics of Indian music are Raga and Tala, which mean melody and rhythm. One can hear discrete
nuances in melodic variations of Indian music. Flamenco music's main elements are melody, rhythm and
harmony. Compositions have distinct moods and many feature variations based on their region of origin.
Embracing their diversity, these musicians connect with each other melodically, rhythmically, and spiritually.
Inflame's unique fusion of genres transports listeners through a kaleidoscope of centuries-old culture, music,
tradition, and spirituality.
SPORTS!
Baseball
Eastern Kentucky, Wednesday March 13, 5pm at the Hennon Stadium
Softball
Winthrop, Wednesday, March 13 at 2pm & 4pm at the Softball Field
UNCG, Saturday March 16 at 1 & 3 pm at the Softball Field
*** For More Events this week visit, http://www.wcu.edu/11570.asp ***
Want to be in an issue of the Message Board?
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YOU!
Show off your creativity! We need new cubs to submit their own works such as an
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There will also be a lucky cub featured in one week’s issue for getting involved on campus.
Whether it’s through volunteer work, club/organization, or an event on campus! Simply
send in a picture or short video and a short description of yourself and what you’re doing
to stay involved on campus!
Need advice? Cub’s Corner will also feature an Ask Mitten’s column!
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