University of Michigan - Michiganensian Yearbook (Ann Arbor, MI)

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In the evening, things to do together Apartments arc a convenient adjunct to rampu.s living their chief distinction being their suitability for that unique in- stitution, the apartment pary. Such gatherings usually take on a slightly Bohemian air. A few couples, a stack of records, and a little liquid refreshment combine to raise youthful spirits almost anytime. Candles and checkered tablecloths transform the Union ' s basement grill into a Latin Quarter cellar cafe each Friday night, as the Little Club swings into being. For the athletically inclined, an evening of fun can be built around :ui walrr games, played at either the Women ' s I ' ool or thr I.M.

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In the afternoon, a time for relaxation Mornings are for work, but afternoons are for fun these words echo the sentiments of many a Michigan scho- lar. Theoretically, one could study in the afternoon, and not have to stay up till all hours finishing that paper for to- morrow. But then again, books will always wait and the afternoon sun won ' t. There is no feeling quite so exhilirating as the end of that class at 3:00. Freedom until tomorrow morning! What ' ll it be? A quick pool game at the Union, a shopping spree, or maybe just a stroll across the lawn under tiny spring leaves? A coffee date, or a good workout at the IM? The list is endless; the decision has to be fast, or the precious time is gone. But then, that ' s the beauty of a free afternoon: if you want to, you can do exactly nothing. Where else such glor- ious license? L The famous P-Bell, immortalized in song and trumped-up story, is always ready to play host to a carefree gang of students. A free afternoon means a good chance to polish up bowling tech- niques for tournament play, for scoring on friends, or just for re- laxation. Cares and worries seem far away to a couple spending an idyllic spring afternoon at Island Park on the Huron River. Afternoon or evening anytime ' : a good time for a pizza gathering. i

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Afternoons mean study, errands, or fun The bell in Burton Tower tolls four times the atmosphere changes school is out. For a brief interval between afternoon classes and dinner, we enjoy a diversity of activities. A few virtously dash to the library, but most of us feel that this is the time for a break. Everyone has his own conception of relaxation. Some are off to meetings. The League, the Union, the SAB, and the Publications Building are filled with busy, bustling people. Oth- ers take advantage of the fact that tomorrow ' s classes are far away by catching up on errands. This is the period for buying toothpaste, ordering gifts, or stopping at the post office. A large number of students are somewhat less industrious. To them, the end of classes means a chance to meet friends and to proceed to the nearest snack bar for a cup of coffee. No matter how we choose to spend them, these afternoon hours are an important part of our college lives. They provide moments for fun, for accomplishmen t, and for reflection. Philosophical debates, the forthcoming week end. that horrible econ exam, or one ' s future career all find their place in conversation over a cup of coffee. It ' s a happy occasion when a girl can take an hour out to have the jeweler join two pins with a chain.