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Bijou:Theater aims for less traditional Continued from page 10 like "Clerks" (1994) to documentaries such as "Bowling for Columbine" (2000). Like the movies, everything about the theater is alternative. Moviegoers won't find aspects that sometime ruin the movie experience at traditional theaters. "We try not to ad vertise too much. We don't show Coke ads," Thomas said. Instead, films start off with a slide show that mixes photographs and local sponsors. Concessions consist of organic fruit juice, organic popcorn, ice cream, cof fee, bagels, soda and candy. Customer service is also personal at the Bijou. "I want the customer to feel at home here. I want them to feel like they can ask for something iftheythink it's too hot ortoo cold, if the sound isn'tturned up enough. I want them to feel (the) staf f is approachable. "Except not so much at home that they chat in the theater," Thomas said with a chuckle. Thomas started working atthe Bijou selling tickets and concessions as a 21-year-old student atthe University of Oregon. She left in 1999 but returned in 2001. "I love it here. I love the building. It really matters to me what I do for a liv ing. I'm not plugged into some corpo rate world. It makes me feel like I'm do ing something worthwhile," she said. Thomas said she feels a connection to the place because of the distinctive building, personal experiences and the job itself. "I grew up here in a way. I met a bunch of boyfriends here," she said. Sgg£ 20?c OFF rtl laite <fre*U*9e ^oojS§2^ ——; TTlprOfn UOBooksto Ca“3^*Vea«*wetS,ty £ANE MITT | PHOTOGRAPHER The Bijou Art Cinemas, at 492 E. 13th, have shown movies ranging from "Monty Python and the Holy Grail" to " Bowling for Columbine.' The Bijou offers showings from Thursday through Saturday for $7; Sun day through Wednesday for $5; mati nee showings before 6 p.m. are $4; late-night shows after 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday are $4; and Sunday late night shows are $3. Late-night shows typically feature local films. Those interested can call the Bijou at 541 -686-2458, visit www.bijou-cine mas.com or stop by the theater at 492 E. 13th Ave., four blocks west of campus between Mil and Ferry streets. Parking is available atthe theater or atthe Women's Care Center at 13th Avenue and Patterson Street tdavis@dailyemerald.com Laughing Planet You are here. Stuff your pie-hole with tasty wholesome foods like our Big Bulging Burritos, Hot Heaping Bowls, Kickin' Quesadillas, Fresh Soups, Salads, Salsas and Smoothies. While you're here enjoy the organic juice bar, vegan-baked goodies, local microbrews, art, music and general mischief. 760 Blair Blvd., Eugene 541.868.0668 Vegetarian, Vegan, Omnivore-friendly menu Quick non-surly Service & Take-out • Food Alliance Member ranifirafiirciaiiiaiiiinBiarciiannnra BDEIIIIBBBBI Find fun stuff in the 00E Classifieds: Comics, your daily horoscope, and. of course, the crossword. For term-long classes, visit http://sapp.uoregon.edu 346-4135 Substance Abuse Prevention Program It's not too lote, sign up now! SAPP is a nationally recognized program designed to provide education and to increase awareness and prevention in the areas of: FOOD Keep that summer tan alivewt i SUNNY V-i destination 631 W. CENTENNIAL BLVD | (541) 746-7808 OREGON DAILY EMERALD
