January 2006 at the Notso Hostel

Happy New Year!

I hope everyone has begun their new years with a bang, and at least for these past few weeks that things are going smoothly. Charleston always slows down a little bit this time of year and that’s why I think it’s so great. We’ve been having some amazing weather (Last week in was in the 60s and 70s) making it incredibly hard to believe it’s January. The students are back from Christmas break and everyone is recovering from the holiday malay. We at the hostel are working on our own New Year’s resolutions. Justin’s is moderation in everything and to stop being nice to people that don’t deserve it so watch out. Ray’s is a secret, Mike has decided to become more organic or organtic, which ever is easier. I’ve decided this year I’m going to be more a Diva (as if I have far to go). Be prepared for hoop earrings and a sassy attitude. We are also going to be working on our hostel, making some major overhaul improvements to make it even bigger, better, cleaner, and faster. (well maybe not faster, but you get it). In the city, the Laura Griffin Run/Walk in Historic Charleston is Jan 14th at 8:00 in the morning, for all you early risers. The Charleston Comedy festival is coming January 18-21 and you can check out the details at www.charlestoncomedyfestival.com. Also, the Martin Luther King Parade, always a thrill in the south is on January 16th ,of course, downtown. There is some good music coming through and if nothing else you can always join the spontaneous knitting circles that tend to crop up in our living room on nights too cold to go anywhere. Also, don’t forget! Book now for the Spoleto Festival! We fill up fast! For more information go to www.spoletousa.org. See you soon!