January 20, 1998

Depressions Cafe

BY SEAN DRISCOLL

Kneeling on the spiral staircase: islanders and others pack old home to hear words

By MICHELLE ROY

Beaconsfield Historic House filled with those wishing to honour and appreciate the history of the late Lucy Maud Mon ry on January 12.

oung and old crowded into the small room and hallways, and many even found themselves seated on the spiral staircase in efforts to hear the ina I lecture of the Lucy Maud Institute’s lecture series. Dr. Bolger gave the lecture a the great writer's approach in order to speak about the Island lady who has given so much to so many people for so many

ions.

Even for those who could not see Dr. Bolger, his voice still carried into their ears and their hearts. Dr. Irene Gammel, co-chair of the L.M.M. Institute and professor at UPEI says that Dr. Bolger is a “born lecturer. He has a lot of charisma. beautiful opening lecaure wo launch the series” Dr, Bolger speaks

utiful opening lecture to launc series.” Dr. a 7 conviction that L.M.M.°s writings have an ability to touch us all,

Dr. Bolger explained how her works “commemorate the island” and he explains her true love of the island and its rere serenity and tranquil beauty.” This appreciation of the island, as Dr. Bolgerexplains, is not only apparent with “Anne” but in almost all of her other wee.

For one not familiar with L.M.M. one might think “Anne” the Holland College cafe low- to be an i ical character. Anne loves and appreciates ered? It’s all the same com- PEI, she love to write, and in later books is even a teacher. Yet, pany. Down tothe facts. Times Dr. Bolger insists these parallels are not autobiographical. are hard. Students need to eat. ity -) gine Seen et Aen bas nearer Emily. paoe Someone should be providing “ ” series just starting to recognition it good affordable Seema deserves. This lecture series coinci quite nicely with the

expensive. Why are the tables bolted down? I'd like to see something like a ‘do-it-your- self sandwich bar, where you can add your own toppings and condiments," said Carolyn Hanrahan.

Other students said they had trouble finding a place to sitat Impressions Café. Maybe, Mr. Hewitt, some bar stools could be installed inthe “Roller Rink” area located in the mid- dle of the Pit.

Other students said they had trouble finding a place to sit. Maybe, Mr.Hewitt, some bar stools cold be installed in the "Roller Rink" in the centre of the Pit.

Why were the prices at

HEY! You, theone hold- ing this copy of the Cadre! Yeah you! How's it going? How are your classes so far? Say, do you want to go get a snack before next class? Great! Where do you want to eat? Well, [haven't gottime to leave campus or get a big meal. I know, let's go to the Pit. Oops, sorry | mean Impres- sions Cafe. What? You only have five bucks on you? I guess you can’t eat there. Maybe when your next loan installment comes in, we can eat there.

Did you ever notice how much you spend at Impres- sions Cafe for a little snack? I know. I know. you have to eat SO you Can be more productive in class. | hear ya. | needed a

quick bite the other day be- tween classes. | saw cold- plates in the fridge. Perfect snack for the pre-class stom- ach pangs. How much? I paid

week. All I got was a record- ing saying, “the number you are calling cannot be reached from your area.”

Then | went over to the cafeteria’s supervisor and in- quired about the prices. “The prices were approved by the university and it’s all in the contract,” she replied.

Lastly, after exhausting all the resources that might actually be able to answer my questions, | did a small survey this afternoon. It was simple: "What are your thoughts re- garding the Pit, er, Impres- sions Cafe?"

Kristen Patterson re- marked that “they certainly put enough money into the signage. | think if they put as much effort into the food qual- ity as the did into their ‘nifty’ signs, this might be a place worth eating in.”

Paige Murphy observed

$7.05 for a cold-plate and a milk. The meat on the plate was dry, the potato salad was runny and the cole-slaw...l am noteven gonna go there. Allin all, my stomach was still empty and my wallet was even emptier.

I tried calling that guy with his mug on the wall be- hind the cash. His name is Marc Hewitt and he’s the GM of Cara Foods. He has his picture and phone number there so we can call him with any questions or concerns we have regarding Impressions Cafe. Guess what. Unfortu- nately for me, the phone number has not worked all

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that “the sign says ‘eat fresh’ right above the not so fresh sandwiches, and pop, chips, milk etc... are all cheaper at the bookstore.”

Rob Maclsaac said, “It’s a great place to meet new friends, but the food is not so good and the prices aren't so good. And why is CIMN not being broadcast through the speakers in the pit? | want answers.

Steven Spencer noted that “the only good thing about Impressions Cate is that it is

quick, but there is no food here fit for a meal.”

"There's not much food . there. Some things are far too

lask you to call email me with any comments | could pass along to Mr. Hewitt ifhis phone ever works, at <sdriscoll@upei.ca>

I feel, from my own ex- perience, that the staff are all friendly and courteous people. Furthermore, the area is kept clean and neat, however, | get the ‘Impression’ from the above students and many oth- ers that we should rename the Pit, | mean "Impressions Cafe" to ‘Depressions Cafe, 2nd Class Food for |st Class dol- lars.” Maybe we can rename the Cara Foods to ‘Don’t Cara Foods.’ What do you think,Mr. Hewitt?

sae print.

“bruised her feelings”,

the alpine path

was in 1891 Sn ie raraice peat ished. It was a poem and as Dr. Bolger quotes: “It was the bubble on the cup of success.” Lucy to see her name in scroll” explains Dr. continued to write and to see that very same name in

aud revelled in

her life itself was difficult; her childhood had