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Dear Reader, Welcome to the thick of autumn. While Wisconsin at large has watched the leaves blister red, orange, and yellow, Appleton North has seen both the first six weeks of school and our Homecoming weekend dissipate into that special realm we call the past. Whether you’re the type of person who selects their Halloween costume months in advance, the type of person who relishes the soft warmth of a reliable sweater and lives for the pumpkin-spiced commercialism, or neither, this issue of Noctiluca brings you the styles, songs, movies, and local news you need to embrace the rest of your October with a flourish. With a zest for life and the hope that you will love reading this issue as much as we did creating it,
EDITORIAL BOARD
Cover Designs and Page Designs by Chiara Cole (unless stated otherwise)
Senior Editor-in-Chief
The Noctiluca is North's own student-run newspaper. Student editors make all content decisions. Founded in 1995, Noctiluca publishes information relevant to its readers while maintaining high ethical standards and providing a designated public forum for free and responsible expression of views. The newspaper allows students to express themselves through journalism. As a community of collaborators, we aim to create an inclusive environment for anyone and everyone to share ideas, inspire and be inspired, and have fun!
4 Ten Songs To Celebrate Autumn 6 The Revival of the Red Cross Club 8 Interactive Section! 10 Top 10 Clothing Items To Buy This Fall 14 Halloween Book Review 16 Creeping It Real 18 Top Halloween Movies 20 Humans of Appleton North Feature: Joey Martino 22 October Horoscopes 24 North's Haunted House 25 Domestic Violence Awareness Month Paints Appleton Purple 26 Halloween Traditions Around The World 28 How Horror Movies Get In Your Head 30 Homecoming Photo Gallery
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Senior Editor-In-Chief Mya Koffie Junior Editor-In-Chief Caroline Jia Managing Editor Umika Sivasamy Creative Director Chiara Cole Copy Editor Megan Mladucky Online Editor Susan Yao Multi-Media Editor Andrea Buyze Social Media Editor Bridjett Relkin Culture Editor Melissa Sisto Sports Editor Nadia Tallroth Opinions Editor Elizabeth Jeon Features Editor Audra Jenike News and Interactive Editor Lubabah Ali Advertising Director Aurora Smith Advisor Aaron Ramponi
We Fell in Love in October - girl in red An LGBTQ+ anthem, a banger of a song. What more is there to say?
By: Bridjett Relkin
By: Joey Martino
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In the Aeroplane Over the Sea - Neutral Milk Hotel The title track of arguably one of the most incredible albums of the 1990’s, “In the Aeroplane Over the Sea” is another tune about love, death, and the beautiful things in the world.
Motion Sickness - Phoebe Bridgers I love Phoebe Bridgers, that is all.
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Dark Red - Steve Lacy “Dark Red” by Steve Lacy shows off Lacy’s incredible vocals over a smooth guitar and drum beat. An absolute must-listen for both new and old fans of Steve Lacy.
How do you show school spirit? ...by showing up for the band and playing as loudly and as vivaciously as I can, as well as dressing in the theme, which tonight is blackout. I am pretty sure that we have the largest student section, which is honestly a win... even if we lose the game. Who are you cheering for? Oh, I would most definitely be at the game, even if not for pep band, since it is one of the largest nights of the season. I am very excited to see the community gather here together and honestly, just celebrate being students at North. -Megan Mladucky
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Smile - M.A.G.S. This song was shown to me by a good friend of mine; I’ve been listening to it nonstop ever since. I definitely recommend it; it’s one of my most played tracks this year.
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How do you show school spirit? By attending all of the football games and playing in the marching band. Who are you cheering for? I'm for Christian Pride. He is one of my neighbors. -Megan Douglas
Perfume - Lovejoy Lovejoy is an incredible band. Their whole discography is immaculate, especially their album “Pebble Brain.” “Perfume” is my favorite song of Lovejoy’s because it brings the fall vibes.
Good News - Mac Miller Mac Miller is an angelic artist. Every one of his albums that I’ve heard is amazing, and this song has a very deep meaning behind it.
Acolyte - Slaughter Beach, Dog As a beautiful acoustic ballad about two lovers wanting to grow old together, “Acolyte” paints a picture of love and the arduousness of growing up, emphasizing that love makes it worthwhile.
Autumn is finally here, and with it comes amazing things such as Halloween, pumpkin spice, and those crunchy leaves on the ground that you step on sometimes. Here are 10 songs that remind me of the feeling I get when crunching said leaves, tasting pumpkin spice flavoring, and anxiously anticipating the week leading up to Halloween night. Acolyte - Slaughter Beach, Dog As a beautiful acoustic ballad about two lovers wanting to grow old together, “Acolyte” paints a picture of love and the arduousness of growing up, emphasizing that love makes it worthwhile. We Fell in Love in October - girl in red An LGBTQ+ anthem, a banger of a song. What more is there to say? Be Sweet - Japanese Breakfast Japanese Breakfast is one of my favorite underrated artists, and “Be Sweet” is a very upbeat song that always cheers me up. Perfume - Lovejoy Lovejoy is an incredible band. Their whole discography is immaculate, especially their album “Pebble Brain.” “Perfume” is my favorite song of Lovejoy’s because it brings the fall vibes. Smile - M.A.G.S. This song was shown to me by a good friend of mine; I’ve been listening to it nonstop ever since. I definitely recommend it; it’s one of my most played tracks this year. Good News - Mac Miller Mac Miller is an angelic artist. Every one of his albums that I’ve heard is amazing, and this song has a very deep meaning behind it. In the Aeroplane Over the Sea - Neutral Milk Hotel The title track of arguably one of the most incredible albums of the 1990’s, “In the Aeroplane Over the Sea” is another tune about love, death, and the beautiful things in the world. Motion Sickness - Phoebe Bridgers I love Phoebe Bridgers, that is all. Dark Red - Steve Lacy “Dark Red” by Steve Lacy shows off Lacy’s incredible vocals over a smooth guitar and drum beat. An absolute must-listen for both new and old fans of Steve Lacy. AMAZING - Rex Orange County As an absolutely beautiful song by Rex Orange County, the orchestral opener leading into the moderately paced drum beat is reminiscent of sitting next to a fire outside on a chilly autumn evening.
Be Sweet - Japanese Breakfast Japanese Breakfast is one of my favorite underrated artists, and “Be Sweet” is a very upbeat song that always cheers me up.
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AMAZING - Rex Orange County As an absolutely beautiful song by Rex Orange County, the orchestral opener leading into the moderately paced drum beat is reminiscent of sitting next to a fire outside on a chilly autumn evening.
How do you show school spirit? I show my school spirit by dressing up for all of the themes and by dancing along to the marching band songs when I am not conducting. Who are you cheering for? I'd probably just be here to watch the rest of my friends play in the band, honestly. -Nadia Tallroth
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By: Megan Mladucky
Looking to become CPR certified? Wishing to explore skills applicable to a career as a first responder/medical professional? Eager to enact change within our community and beyond? Join the Red Cross Club! "We can't make a club without club members. You don't even have to be interested in a medical career, having these life skills, in any incidence, is important to just have." Interested in donating? Keep on the lookout for future Red Cross Club sponsored community blood drives throughout the fall and winter season to book an appointment. Interested in joining the club? Sign up on Edficiency late October or early November for their first meeting or contact Gabi Beaman or Mrs. Vandenheuvel for further intrigues and inquiries.
With Halloween looming under full moons, whispering of howling dogs with wolves' facades, and resuscitating costumes of surgeons and procedures gone wrong, perhaps the community blood drive isn't the first word that comes to your mind when hearing of "blood". It is, however, literally a matter of life or death for the 3 people you can save from one pint of blood, one donation. According to the American Red Cross, "every two seconds someone in the US needs blood." Cancer patients, organ transplant recipients, severe burn victims, and other people afflicted with illness or near fatalities all rely on the generous donations of people like you. The requirements? 17 or older, 16 with parental consent. The instigators? North's own and newest Red Cross Club founded by Gabi Beaman, senior and aspiring CDC public health advocate. Spearheading the reinvigoration of the club, Gabi urges students to get involved in any way they can. "If you are interested in life saving skills, disaster preparedness, anything like that, we just recommend that you come check it out. We will have a lot of volunteer opportunities. Not only will it look good on your college applications, it will also save a lot of lives and make an impact on your community." And what better way to launch such an impactful organization than helping to counteract the blood shortage crisis: students at North have the chance to make a real difference. And with 60 sign ups, a full schedule of donors, 48 pints were donated to aid 144 people in the Fox Valley community. "I hate needles, but it's just knowing the fact that you are saving 3 people's lives with a 15 minute blood draw (that overrides the initial fear)." So why join the Red Cross Club? As a nationally recognized chapter of Red Cross youth advocates, you are partnering yourself with an organization impacting real change. An organization with ties to a broader reach opens the window to fundraising, here at North, for hurricane relief and other national or global disasters; Gabi discusses this potential with an air of excitement, "it shows how much you (can) save the world." Sometimes "saving the world" is positively impacting your community; seemingly small acts like a community blood drive saves the "world" of a person in need-- humans are the world and kindness will prevail.
The Revival of the red cross club: An Interview with GAbi Beaman
Article Graphics by Kara Bellg
You may remember the occasional mini crosswords in last year’s issues. I am absolutely elated to announce that this year, the Senior-Editor-in-Chief has bestowed a shiny new section upon me: the Interactive Section. From now on, not only am I contractually obligated to produce mini crosswords for each issue, but issues will contain other games beyond mini crosswords, so get hyped. Additionally, this thrilling development means that there will be an interactive section on our website, so check northnoct.com for the answer keys and other word games!
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1. Chef Emeril Lagasse’s sound effect
1. Pour butter, fat, or drippings over
4. Calculator, watch, and calculator watch manufacturer
2. An injection or vaccine
6. cashew - ca + p
3. Appearances, expressions, auras
7. You should do this for your sins in many religions
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8. Developer of many standardized tests, such as the SAT and GRE
5. Financial number cruncher: Abbr
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1. First official classical language of India
1. Musically too much
6. Ancient counting devices with beads and a frame
2. On the brink of 212 ºF (or 100 ºC)
7. Part of the lymphatic system
3. Female president’s title
8. Prize for a pageant winner
4. Words of a caring person
9. Earliest known Mesoamerican civilization
5. Purple deciduous springtime shrub
volume ii by: Lubabah Ali
By: Mya Koffie
Turtleneck Ponchos That’s right: knit ponchos…with turtlenecks. Before those of you who associate ponchos with being caught in the rain on family vacation gasp in horror and shield your eyes in a vain attempt to dispel the sheer mental image the words conjure, consider the elegance of a turtleneck sweater. This neckline, due in no small part to the poise the style radiates, has stood the test of time. The blending of the timeless turtleneck with the whimsical poncho results in a piece that proves as adventurous and beautiful as it does cozy and seasonally appropriate.
Embellished Combat Boots The loud laces and pristine leather essential to Dr. “Doc” Martens and other comparable footwear have long garnered adoration. As Charlie Floyd put it in his 2020 Business Insider article, “From $3 work boots to fashion icon, how have Doc Martens become so expensive?,” “Doc Martens are a style icon…[this] has endured for over 50 years. They've been worn by everyone from Kanye West and Cardi B to the Dalai Lama and even Pope John Paul II.” This fall, make your mark in combat boots dripping in voice and personality. Whether you opt for unique colors, metal studs, or floral embroidery when selecting your pair, these embellished shoes and their undeniable novelty are sure to bring any outfit to the next level.
Plaid Wool Jackets Nothing screams cold weather’s name like a tasteful plaid wool jacket. In addition to the potential of pockets, the warmth it provides, and its blatant compatibility with almost every outfit, this piece’s ability to blend multiple autumnal hues together in a pattern quintessential to this crisp, colorful season puts it at number 9 on today’s list.
Sweater season is in session! Amidst the various pumpkin beverages debuting at local coffee shops and the leafy-orange home decor pushing beach motifs off shelves around America, “fall clothes” grace the racks for every autumn-crazed customer to admire. Starting your holiday wishlist early? Look out for these ten trendy, autumnal items!
Overall Dresses These versatile dresses play the perfect layering companions to sweaters and scarves alike, snagging them a number 8 spot on this fall fashion wishlist. Whether plaid speaks to your soul or the denim moment is screaming your name, the overall dress braids the prints and fabrics you love with a classic style that both emphasizes your figure and pairs beautifully with all your fall favorites— turtlenecks and tall boots included!
Platform Docs Closely related to the embellished combat boots aforementioned but worthy of their own, separate category, platform docs are sure to stand out as a statement piece in any shoe collection. The chunky nature of the heavy, platform soles bred with the unforgettable combat boot style creates a pair of uniquely show-stopping boots.
Cargo Pants Their signature cinched waists, wide legs, and multi-pocketed structures have put cargo pants on the fashion map since the early 2000s. This autumn, pair these bottoms with your favorite blouse or sweater for a dreamy silhouette and an effortlessly trendy look. Opt for safe colors for a quietly cool outfit, or live on the wild side with tones as bright as the leaves outdoors.
Knit Booties “Ahhh, knit booties,” lovestruck wearers of this style sigh dreamily to the best fashion purchase they’ve made in months. Coming in hot at number 3, these to-die-for shoes introduce the golden trifecta of fashion into any closet. In addition to (1) looking incredible and (2) exuding compatibility with a plethora of outfits for maximum creative freedom, these boots’ accommodating material makes them (3) extraordinarily comfortable. (Trifecta, complete.) Composed primarily of --as their name suggests-- breathable knit fabric, these shoes conform to the shape of your feet for a stroll that feels as amazing as it looks. Fear of pinched toes while wearing heels, be gone!
Oversized Flannel Button-Ups One can hardly expound upon fall fashion without touching on the conceptual bliss of a good flannel. This piece illuminates its partners when combined with fancier clothing, such as a dress and heels, and tastefully adds casual dimension to simpler outfits, such as jeans and a t-shirt. While an oversized fit introduces an element of coziness, reminiscent of the ever-less-gradual temperature drop that characterizes this time of year, the flannel pattern feels autumnal at its very core, and its traditional button-up design only furthers this unshakeable sentiment. Oversized flannel button-ups come in at number 4 on this ‘fabulous fall fashion’ wishlist.
Corduroy jackets Pumpkin-spice up your closet with the infallible flexibility held in a single, corduroy statement piece! With the sheen of velvet, the casual-cool structure of everyone’s favorite jean jacket, and the ultra-stylish ribbing so characteristic of this gorgeous material, a corduroy jacket tops this list as the number 1 item you should add to your closet this October. Bonus points if it’s a vibrant, seasonal color!
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Leather Pants Something about the shine of leather embodies power. The Rock n’ Roll legends have long claimed the material as their own in the form of jackets not solely because it looks, quite frankly, really cool, but also because even the blackest leather defies the rules of color - leather seems, somehow, to exist as a dark material that reflects more light than it absorbs. In magical consequence, leather engulfs its wearer in that darkness so instrumental to creating an air of divergence, efficiency, mystery, or poise all while catching the light and omitting an exigent shine. Watch the overhead fluorescents dance across your pants as you walk, and notice how the everyday shimmer emboldens you to implement intention in every stride. Coming in at number 2 are none other than leather pants!
As Halloween nears, the atmosphere of the media changes with the seasons. To accurately get into the season’s mood, it’s time to start reading fall-themed books and watch horror movies. Lucky for you, we’ve put together a selection of books that fit the eerie and equally bone-chilling feeling of the month of October. Coraline by Neil Gaiman Coraline by Neil Gaiman is certainly a classic eerie book that all ages can read. Many have probably heard of and seen the movie, but have you read the book that inspired it? In short, this story tells the tale of Coraline, a girl with cat-like curiosity, who discovers the “Other World” where her other mother and father are patiently awaiting her. Many misadventures follow as Coraline tries to figure out what it’s all about and the dangers that follow. Of course, watching the movie is an option, but the book provides more background and added detail the movie misses. If you are in the mood for a quick 150 page read infused with unnerving tones, then this book is for you! House of Hollow by Krystal Sutherland House of Hollow by Krystal Sutherland is not a run-of-the-mill horror book; it is a book that will stick with you for months. This book is easily the most haunting book I’ve read in all my years. In a nutshell, it is about three sisters who were supposedly kidnapped while they were younger; however, none of them remember what happened during the time they were gone. Throughout the story, things get unburied, bombshells are dropped, and the horror of what really happened will haunt any reader for quite some time. While it is a stupendous read for the spooky season, it is not for the light of stomach, as there are some mild yet graphic descriptions of bodily images. The Bone Houses by Emily Lloyd- Jones The Bone Houses by Emily-Lloyd Jones is a fantastic spooky book that highly fits the Halloween vibe. This book is about Aderyn, a seventeen-year-old gravedigger trying to support her two younger siblings after their parent's deaths, who keeps warning the rest of her village about approaching zombies called Bone Houses. However, nobody believes her— would you? After the arrival of Ellis, a newcomer into the village, the attacks from the Bone Houses increase for no apparent reason. Together, Ryn and Ellis race against time to figure out the cause and a solution. Overall, the book gives off classic Halloween feelings with some twists and important connections about family. Even though this book isn’t too scary, it is definitely one that you could spend a weekend on to enhance the autumn ambiance. The Haunting of Hill House by Sherry Jackson The Haunting of Hill House will definitely leave you with chills down your spine. It tells the story of four individuals who come together to experience the “haunted” Hill House for themselves: Eleanor, a lady with nothing to go back to once she leaves; Theodora, a girl who always has to be the center of attention; Luke, the young inheritor of Hill House; and Dr. Montaugue, the scientist who brought them all together. Originally planned as a small science experiment, the four soon realize that the house is more than just a scary story. Hill House is all wrong angles, closed doors, and little whispers that no sane person could live with. But who’s to say these four are sane anyway? This classic horror novel will confuse you, scare you, disturb you, and leave you thinking about Hill House long after you finish reading. The Woman in Black by Susan Hill The Woman in Black by Susan Hill is the perfect ghost story to read for Halloween. It opens with a creepy, spooky tone and tells the story of Arthur Kipps in 20th century England. Forced to travel to a remote village and sort through a deceased client’s estate, Arthur realizes the villagers are hiding something from him. Soon after, he realizes why: a ghost haunts the town. No one will tell Arthur who the woman in black is or why they won’t go anywhere near Eel Marsh House. The woman in black has haunted the old victorian style estate since her death, and now all she wants is revenge. This book is perfectly written to incite fear while unraveling the mystery that draws Arthur in: who is the woman in black, and why is she here? In conclusion, these five books are perfect for putting anyone in a spooky fall mood. They’re equally scary, unsettling, and exciting. So sit back, pick up a good book, and prepare to be scared!
By: Melissa Sisto and Gabi Stern
Halloween Book Review
Congratulations, you’ve made it to the spookiest month of the year! You are done with a month of school and another horrendous one is right at your doorstep. Of course, it is that time of the month. A time when ghouls, overused costumes, and worried parents arrive at stranger’s houses, begging for candy. While this seems very odd to me, I’ve never celebrated Halloween, so I can't be one to judge. "What is Halloween?" Most of you probably know what Halloween is since it’s a well-known holiday in America. But for those of you who’ve been living under a grave all of your lives and apparently do not know what Halloween is, here is a brief explanation: Halloween is when little children, or even grown teenagers and adults (no shame or judgment), wear costumes and annoyingly ring doorbells to beg for candy at night. You may also see parents or families guiding their little ones to a ‘safe-looking’ house to keep them from getting kidnapped. It doesn’t make sense to bring your kid to a stranger's house during the night with random people loitering in the streets and not think that your kid is going to get kidnapped (eventually). And besides, you don’t get that much candy going up to each house one by one. You can definitely get more candy by going out and purchasing a very cheap, one-pound bag of candy from the grocery store. But if you enjoy going out on the dark streets of neighborhoods, asking for candy from gosh knows who, then be my guest! The thing that I do not understand is when trick-or-treaters are done with Halloween night, they bring a pillow-case full of candy back home. My questions are, how and where did you get all of that candy? And what do you end up doing with all of that candy? Well, I’m going to guess that you now have a life-time-supply of candy that you’ll probably never eat for a very long time. And those of you who do eat all of that candy, I don’t know how your teeth are still stuck onto your gums–it’s a miracle. I bet there are dentists who fear this holiday. By the time Halloween ends, I know they’ll have a packed schedule full of cavity/toothache patients. You may also be asking, “Where did Halloween come from?” If many of you didn’t know, Halloween was a practiced religious celebration or festival called Ancient Celtic Festival of Samhain from 2,000 years ago! This holiday originated majorly in Ireland, which makes Halloween Irish…like St. Patrick's Day. Halloween essentially was a day when people welcomed the harvest at the end of summer and welcomed a new year, which included lighting bonfires and wearing costumes to horrify ghosts away, which is probably where we got the costume part of the Halloween we see today in America. I don’t know where we got the “sharing-mysterious-candy-with-little- clueless-children-from-random-houses” part, but it eventually became a thing here. And the MOST important question of them all, “What should I wear for Halloween?”. My only request is, please, from the bottom of my ghastly and judgemental soul, please do not wear “basic” costumes like a bed sheet with holes in it, making it a ghost..NO! Or buy cat ears, wear an all black outfit, clip a black pipe cleaner or a piece of black fabric onto your bottom, and draw whiskers and a nose with black-eyeliner, "making" it a cat costume..NO!! These costumes are very MID. OLD. Not in season. I expect more from this generation than a cat costume. What I would say is ‘in-season’ is anything from trending characters from tv-shows or movies, celebrities, animals (not including cats), and I guess career costumes like a policeman or doctor costumes (if you’re a little kid). Oh yeah, and please no clown costumes; that was a terrifying era. I am glad that era has passed, let’s keep it that way. To close this very “unbiased” Halloween article, let’s hope it doesn’t snow on Halloween, because Halloween is definitely not a cold or snowy type of holiday, so let’s hope for no snow, but a warm, spooky, and festive holiday. Lastly! One last thing I ask from all of you—if you do not see any light turned on inside or outside of someone’s house, please DO NOT go ringing on their doorbell. It is a great indicator that the person who lives in that house doesn’t want to deal with treating you to candy; they are probably hiding in their basement from you (I am saying this from my experience). So please, leave those houses alone and move on to the next home. With all that being said, Happy Trick-or-Treating and Halloween everyone!
By: Elizabeth Jeon
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Top Horror Movies By: Bridjett Relken
Page Designs by Bridjett Relken
Already in 2022, 35 horror movies have been released. Are they better than the classics? Can the 'classics' trump new films? Which new movie is actually “scary” and what movie should you not even bother watching? Horror film fanatics and "scaredy-cats" alike, continue reading for a watchlist and review of both new and old October flicks! The Bad Seed Returns (Sep 5th, 2022) TV-14 The Bad Seed Returns is a sequel to The Bad Seed (2018). The main character Emma is played by Mckenna Grace, who portrays a psychopathic teen girl. Yet, she only wants to be loved by her family and promoted to dance captain. She may not get what she wants, watch it yourself to find out! While this is a great movie, if you are looking for a heart beating scare, I don’t recommend it. 5.7/10 IMDb - 2/5 Common Sense Media - 3/5 Letterboxd Carrie (Oct 18th, 2013) R The remake of Carrie caused discord amongst original film purists. Usually, remakes aren’t the best, but in this case, Chloe Grace Moretz who portrays Carrie, a shy outcast or a “frog among swans.”, paints remakes in a new, positive light. In the movie, we see Carrie, as socially awkward as she is, get asked out to prom. She becomes happy, excited, and romanticizes the night. Yet, her mom has other plans. Her overbearing and neglecting mom locks her in the closet. Be aware she also tried killing Carrie shortly after she was born because she was “a gift from the devil” but ended up not killing her and instead was very abusive mentally and later on physically. In general, this was a pretty good movie. I do like it better than the original, despite what critics say, mainly because the acting is better and modern. Plus, Chloe Grace Moretz is an amazing actress and slays every role she's ever been in! 5.8/10 IMDb - 50% Rotten Tomatoes - 2.5/5 Letterboxd The Strangers (2008) and The Strangers: Prey at Night (2018) R The Strangers is a brutal home invasion movie with really no story to it. Just a series of horror hide and go seek where if you are seeked, you are dead. Do you like to hunt? Well in this home invasion movie, everyone standing is on hunting grounds. But was the scare factor any better? Besides better jumpscares, and better set design, there still isn’t much to it. Do you like deadly home invasions? Or movies with no story plot, and just murder? Well this one's for you! 6.1/10 IMDb - 48% Rotten Tomatoes - 3/5 Letterboxd 5.2/10 IMDb - 39% Rotten Tomatoes - 48% Metacritic (Prey at Night) It (Sep 8th, 2017) R Was it scary? No. Did it make sense? No. I watched the original and I am a firm believer when I say that the original was so much better! Not only did I feel like it made so much more sense, but the original clown looked even creepier. Now the 2017 remake definitely had better acting and modern day scare tactics, but it also included things that just didn’t make sense for the movie. When I picture a scary clown movie, I am not picturing a dude with buck teeth or a big forehead. Now here is what I don’t get, Pennywise, the clown, feeds off your fear as he is imaginary right? Like only certain people can see him. So how does he actually kill people? Someone please explain this to me. If you are looking for a movie to hide under the sheets to, I don’t recommend this one; I actually fell asleep the first time watching it. Hiding under the sheets? More like snoozing under the sheets. 7.3/10 IMDb - 86% Rotten Tomatoes - 69% Metacritic So, did I convince you to watch (or avoid) any movies? Are you team oldies but goodies or remakes, high definition, and novelty craze? Regardless of your movie preference, I hope you have a spooky October filled with enough pumpkin spice to keep you nice!
HOAN FEATURE: Joey Martino
Opinion on Ned Fulmer? “I don’t know what Ned Fulmer is.” How many farm animals can you fight off at once? “At least seven. Seven chickens, but total? Probably three total assorted (randomized) farm animals because I don’t like the chance of one of them being a horse since they’re all going to come at me at once right? Do I get a weapon or just my fists? If I get a tractor, then seventy. Can a tractor hit a horse safely? I don’t know- just because I’m white doesn't mean I know everything about farming. Yeah, I think a horse would die if it was hit by a tractor at 20 mph.” What would your business pitch be if you were on shark tank? “Have I ever made anything worthwhile ever? I would probably take something from the lobby before I get led in and try to sell it to them. It would be really funny because Mark Cuban would say, “We already have this, we don’t need this.” and I would just try selling it to him. Favorite shark? “Mark Cuban. I like Mark Cuban. I think he’s funny. Didn't he make a really good (legal) drug company? Like doesn’t he sell medicine for a lot cheaper than the average pharmacy does?” Kevin Hart or Dwayne Johnson? “Like in a fight, in a movie, or as a person? In a fight, Dwayne smacks Kevin Hart like Dwayne is seven feet tall, built, and can rap. Can Kevin Hart do any of those things? If it was a rap battle, also Dwayne. As a person, also Dwayne. So overall, just Dwayne.” Who do you pick to play in Mario Kart D.S.? [Looking at Mario Kart DS Roster]. “I think I always went with Yoshi or Luigi. Who is that- Rob? They had Rob in Mario Kart D.S.? They did? But yeah, I went with Yoshi or Luigi mostly because I always wanted to be Luigi.” Favorite monkey? “The answer is capuchin, the organ grinding monkeys. I really like monkeys; I don't know why. I really identify with them because they're always on the grind just like me. 😎” What do you love about yourself? “I would sound narcissistic if I said what I loved about myself. Now that makes me look narcissistic by saying that, don’t write that. The answer is not a whole lot. I guess how much I connect with music if I had to pick something because it's a deciding factor in my life.” What is the most unhinged question you could ask someone? “I could probably give you the most hinged question. The most averaged hinged question I could ask someone is: what is your favorite pokemon? because I think that says a lot about a person. The most unhinged question I could ask somebody- oh my God I can't think of anything I really can't. Oh, this is a really good question: how would you spend your last 24 hours on Earth?” How would you sell someone a glass of water? “Doesn’t that kinda fall under the Shark Tank thing again-? I would just walk up to Mark Cuban, act all buddy-buddy with him, and say, “Hey, can you do me a favor?” and ask him to buy the water. I guess I can't sell a glass of water to a group, but I could sell it to someone specifically.” How many lightbulbs are in your house? “I think, give or take, 56 light bulbs.” What color is Calculus? “ I think Calculus is a dark blue because blue is a pretty happy color and dark blue because it's swallowing me whole. Calculus is a dark color because it's like a pit that is slowly swallowing me whole, but I'm fine with it (in case Mrs. Brusda is reading this). Do you have a trampoline in your yard? “I used to, and I don't anymore because we sold it.”
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How do you show school spirit? I show up to the varsity games and cheer for my teammates. Who are you cheering for? Abraham for sure, number 85. -Gryphon Armon
How do you show school spirit? By dressing in what the student section wears that day, or by wearing north apparel. -Addison Schneider Who are you cheering for? The whole team, the entire team. I just love all of them so much. Go North! -Rose Barclay
Capricorn (Dec. 22nd- Jan. 19th) The full moon is in your house of home this month. You might feel drawn towards your home, and search for a cozier vibe then you do at other times. This is completely normal, and you should welcome those feelings! This month, try to make sure your room and home feel as comfortable and safe as possible, and focus on building a good living space for yourself. Try not to get swept up in the many social demands that will be on your plate this month. Aquarius (Jan. 20th- Feb. 18th) There may be some big questions about where exactly you are heading in life that come up this month. Saturn is moving out of retrograde and into your sign, which is going to give you the boost to start a new chapter of your story. Get excited! The discoveries you’ve made these past few months are about to be put into play. Pisces (Feb. 19th- March 20th) The full moon is going to emphasize your budget and money this month. Don’t be afraid to ask for help and advocate for yourself when you need to. After balancing your financial world, many other aspects of your life are going to be ready to evolve and grow. Aries (March 21st- Apr. 19th) The full moon will be in Aries this month, which means those with Aries in their chart will feel a surge of power and energy within everything they do. If there’s any big decision or change you’ve been considering lately, now is the time to do it. These big decisions and risks will require a lot, so make sure you aren’t overextending yourself. Give yourself extra self care time when you need it. Taurus (Apr. 20th- May 20th) This October, Venus will be impacting you a lot. This means you should take time to examine your habits and figure out whether or not they’re working for you. Do your current habits make you feel good? You might not be feeling passionate about certain responsibilities within your life right now, which is totally OK! This month, try to add some new activities to your days that make you feel happy, or try picking up a new hobby. Gemini (May 21st- JunE 20th) The stars are on your side this month, and the start of Scorpio season on the 23rd will help give you a renewed passion towards your daily life. This month, try to remove the old routines that aren’t bringing you joy anymore and replace them with new interests and hobbies. You should also expect a new or exciting opportunity to come your way on the 24th when the solar eclipse happens. Cancer (JunE 21st- July 22nd) Because it’s Libra season, the contrast between your personal and social world is being spotlighted this month. This October, try to share the hidden sides of yourself with the people you love. Your true self deserves to be celebrated by the people who care about you, so make an effort to talk to those you love about what you’re going through and open up. Leo (July 23rd- Aug. 22nd) This is going to be a very social month for you, so make sure to enjoy it. This month should be all about speaking your mind, and don’t be afraid to get into some heated conversations when you need to. The full moon will land in your house of travel this month. Even if you don’t have the ability to go on any big trip, this month should be a time of adventure for you, even if it’s just around your hometown. Virgo (Aug. 23rd- Sep. 22nd) This month, the full moon in Aries will help empower you to put yourself out there and meet new people. Good things will come if you express yourself to the people around you and share your story. Plus, with Scorpio season coming, this is a good time for you to prioritize an old hobby you’ve recently had less time to practice. Libra (Sep. 23rd- Oct. 22nd) This is your birth month, so soak in all of that awesome positive energy that will come with it. This is your time to shine, and don’t let anyone take that away from you. If you have anything you haven’t been sharing with those you care about, this is your time to get it out in the open. Communication is really important this month. Scorpio (Oct. 23rd- Nov. 21st) Make sure you’re prioritizing yourself this month. Whether this be by going out with your friends and having fun, or taking a self care night, you should be doing whatever makes you feel the most comfortable and happy. Weigh your decisions wisely and enjoy the kick off to Scorpio Season! Sagittarius (Nov. 22nd- Dec. 21st) The full moon Aries will be in your house of romance this month. New love is waiting just around the corner for you, so get excited. This month, enjoy spending time with your friends and family, as well as working on your networking. Even with all of these exciting social prepositions happening this month, make sure you’re reserving some time to reflect and spend by yourself as well.
How do you show school spirit? Honestly just by dressing up in whatever the theme is that day. And playing our hearts out in the band. And supporting our team. Who are you cheering for? Um, I am cheering for Abraham. He’s honestly a champ. Number 85 I am pretty sure. -Henry Clothier
By: Aurora Smith
Since its official declaration in 1987, October marks the commencement of national Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM). As mental health journalist Sarah Fader articulates in her powerful BetterHelp article, “Domestic Violence Awareness Month Is Important - Learn How To Participate,” and as the observance’s name suggests, DVAM sets out “to mourn those lost to abuse, celebrate survivors, and network for change.” America, via the promotion of social awareness and consistent revision of its legal systems, works to address and decrease domestic violence’s prevalence nationwide. “Although there has been substantial progress in reducing domestic violence, an average of 20 people are physically abused by intimate partners every minute. This equates to more than 10 million abuse victims annually. 1 in 3 women and 1 in 4 men have been physically abused by an intimate partner, and 1 in 5 women and 1 in 7 men have been severely physically abused by an intimate partner,” according to the National Child Traumatic Stress Network, an institution implemented by Congress following the Children’s Health Act of 2000. As the numbers illustrate, domestic violence devastates millions each year; these statistics illuminate the situation in the United States alone. By the time the average reader concludes this article, approximately 80 individuals in America will undergo physical abuse in their own homes at the hand of a loved one. Many will sustain neurological damage; most will acquire psychological trauma and even long-term, trauma-related mental illnesses such as complex post-traumatic stress disorder. Change, though often needed urgently, buds in the will to begin and blooms in the courage to continue. Communities initiate social improvement and approach the local manifestations of national issues in many ways. For Domestic Violence Awareness Month, the city of Appleton ‘goes purple’ to show its solidarity with domestic violence victims and its unity against abuse. The Purple Porch Project, an initiative launched by local domestic violence shelter Harbor House, occurs throughout the duration of October and encourages all Appletonian residents and business owners to light their porch fronts using purple bulbs and decorate their homes or storefronts, incorporating as much purple as possible. The special color correlates to domestic violence awareness, and the small, peaceful action of Appleton residents who ‘go purple’ for the cause corresponds with a far larger fight against the abuse millions of Americans endure every single day. Interested in participating, raising awareness, and showing your support for domestic violence victims in the Fox Valley? Join the movement today. Visit https://www.harborhousewi.org/purpleporch/ for more information on the Purple Porch Project and how you can join the movement. Harbor change, shed the (purple) light of awareness; purchase your own Purple Porch Kit today! All proceeds go directly to Harbor House, supplying abuse victims in the Fox Valley with the resources they need to reclaim their voices and leave dangerous situations.
For two days each year, the bleak hallways of Appleton North transform into the Fox Valley’s first, longest-running, and only student-run haunted house: A Night to Dismember. North’s Drama Club is behind this terrifyingly incredible feat, a tradition that has gone on since 1998. Over one hundred people, students and adults alike, work tirelessly to create this vast attraction each year, the entirety of which is built and taken down over the course of one week. Each year brings an entirely new and exciting haunted house, with Drama Club members annually pitching ideas for an array of horrifying rooms. With the house being Drama Club’s biggest event of the year, every participant looks forward to this week of October in which the creativity and dedication of hundreds manifests itself into this renowned, spine-chilling attraction. While A Night to Dismember is meant to frighten all those who walk through it, numerous alternatives are provided for the faint of heart. “My kids…were scared just walking down the floor of the auditorium because it was so dark…I was super impressed,” says Ms. Brusda, a math teacher at North who visited the house for the first time in 2021. Seeing her kids’ reactions, she ultimately opted for a flashlight tour: the kid-friendly tour in which a Drama Officer (Drama Club leader) guides you through the house with a flashlight, and all scary aspects of the house are put on hold. This is a great option for anyone who is worried about the scare factor, or just simply wants a tour of all the incredible work that students have put into the house. “The flashlight tour was not scary, but I am confident that the other one is,” says Ms. Brusda. Kids also have the opportunity to play carnival games in the North commons, as well as participate in a costume contest, the winners of which win two free tickets to Appleton North’s 2023 musical; Fiddler on the Roof. Nora Bielmeier, one of the drama officers in charge of running the haunted house, offers an insider’s perspective on the whole process: “I really enjoy all of the logistics of the haunted house, like assigning actors to rooms, and figuring out how everything is gonna fall together like a puzzle.” This massive puzzle attracted around 1,500 visitors last year, with the line wrapping around the school at some points. “People should come to the haunted house because…from the ground up it’s the kids; the drama officers are in control and the kids act and build,” says Bielmeier, “but you also get to support a group who really enjoys theatre. That’s what they’re there for; to support each other, have a good time, and also serve the community.” A Night to Dismember will be open October 21 and 22 from 1-4 p.m. and 6-10 p.m. As long as visitors are in line before closing time, they will be able to take their tour. Appleton North’s Drama Club is incredibly excited to start building this Halloween staple, and finally, for those readers just starving to know…Yes, the haunted house will have food.
By: Audra Jenike
North's Haunted House
Domestic Violence Awareness Month Paints Appleton Purple
Halloween Traditions From Around the World
alloween’s origins go too far back in history to be known with absolute certainty, but historians generally agree that it began with Celtic-speaking people on the British Isles. It's an especially big deal in Ireland but has also long been observed, in some form or another, among the English, Welsh and Scottish. When British settlers headed over to the new world in the 17th and 18th centuries, they brought the Halloween tradition with them. Thus, it transcended into Americans and Canadians celebrating the holiday as well. Depending on where you are in the world, Halloween is known as All Hallows’ Eve, All Saints’ Eve, or Allhalloween. While most Americans spend their evenings dressing up and trick-or-treating around the local neighborhood, other countries have their own celebratory rituals. Below is a quick look at some of the ways people across the world celebrate the treasured holiday and the lives of the dead. Ireland & Scotland: Samhain The ancient Celtic festival of Samhain marks the time people began preparing for winter, bringing their herds back from their summer pastures and slaughtering livestock. As summer dissolved into winter, it was believed that the border between the world of the living and the world of the dead dissolved as well. So, for one night, the souls of the dead, spirits, and fairy folk could easily cross into the physical world. To disguise themselves from evil spirits, people would dress in costumes. Then, they’d go from house to house reciting poetry in exchange for food. The souls of dead ancestors were honored with feasts, and bonfires were lit to keep the darkness at bay. Jack-o’-lanterns were carved out of turnips to frighten evil spirits away. Traditions like costumes, jack-o-lanterns, and trick-or-treating carried over into modern-day Halloween and are celebrated around the world. However, other Samhain traditions, like divination games and eating traditional foods, never attained the same global popularity. Hong Kong: The Hungry Ghost Festival On the 15th day of the seventh lunar month, which is around mid-August to mid-September, the people of Hong Kong celebrate the Hungry Ghost Festival (also known as the Zhongyuan Festival in Taoism and Yulanpen Festival in Buddhism). In several parts of East Asia, people believe that spirits get restless around this time of year and begin to roam the world. The festival is a way to “feed” these spirits both the food and money they need for the afterlife. It’s part of a larger month-long celebration that also features burning paper and food offerings. Vietnam: Tết Trung Nguyên Another incarnation of the hungry ghost festival, Tết Trung Nguyên in Vietnam, is a time for the forgiveness and freedom of condemned souls (ghosts) who are released from hell. The ghosts of ancestors are “fed” and pleased with offerings of food. People cook porridge and present offerings including popcorn, paper money, and paper clothes to assist the ghosts and help them to transcend limbo or hell, as well as accumulate wealth. This is believed to bring merit for themselves and their family. The festival has its origins in a Buddhist legend about the story of Bodhisattva Muc Kien Lien saving his mother from hungry ghosts. Austria: Kürbisfest im Retzer Land The Pumpkin Festival in Retzer Land takes place on November 11, bringing Austrians together with lantern processions and costumes. Some beliefs that revolve around this holiday is the practice of leaving bread, water, and a lighted lamp outside to welcome dead souls back to earth for that night. Japan: Kawasaki Halloween Parade The most prestigious Halloween event in Japan is the Kawasaki Halloween Parade, featuring around 4,000 costumed revelers. Though there’s no trick-or-treating, plenty of parties and cosplay remain for entertainment. With a decidedly adult overtone, the festival has strict guidelines and standards for participants as you have to apply for entry and pay a fee before the parade begins. Italy: Ognissanti In Italy, the modern, imported celebrations of Halloween tend to tread alongside the older Ognissanti festivities. “Ognissanti” translated to “All Saints’ Day,” which falls on November 1-2 of every year. Tradition holds that during Ognissanti, the souls of the deceased come back to visit their relatives. To attract visiting spirits, people decorate cemeteries with fall chrysanthemums and leave food out. In some regions of the country, parents leave gifts out for their children on behalf of their dead relatives. The Philippines: Pangangaluluwa A custom in the Philippines is Pangangaluluwa where children go door to door, often in costumes, singing and asking for prayers for those stuck in purgatory. It wasn’t until 2005, as the almost forgotten custom had increasingly been supplanted by trick-or-treating, that members of the Sariaya Tourism Council (STC) revived pangangaluluwa to raise funds for the local government’s Belen festival in December and other tourism projects. Russia: Radonitsa Radonitsa, meaning “Day of Rejoicing” in Russian, is a festival that remembers the dearly departed on the second Tuesday of Pascha (Easter). On this eastern “All Souls' Day,” people visit graveyards to offer prayers for the departed, then eat a meal at the graves of their loved ones. Radonitsa has been known to be an occasion of heavy drinking and partying, both in the cemetery and elsewhere, to celebrate the life of the dead. The festival also notes the beginning of “marriage season,” as weddings cannot be held in Lent according to Orthodox Catholic tradition.
By: Umika Sivasamy
By: Gabi Stern
How Horror Movies "Get Into Your Head"
It’s that time of year again when horror movies and psychological films are all the rage. But what makes horror movies so horrible? Or a psychological thriller so thrilling? According to Masterclass, “what makes a thriller psychological is that the biggest questions revolve around the minds and behavior.” It mentions how that type of media usually includes aspects of mystery, crime, mental illness, and unreliable narrators. It’s important in any thriller that some of the events could happen in real life; this adds a deeper, scarier level for the audience. “What if this happened to me?” is a common question that arises among audiences. Many times, horror movies unlock the deep, dark fears of our subconscious. By doing this, these types of films can influence your emotions, creating a more chilling experience. Similarly, the mise-en-scéne of a movie can contribute to the gripping, horrifying feeling that follows. For example, many shots are constantly moving to keep the audience attentive and fully engaged. The lighting of scenes also plays a huge part in the fear factor. Different techniques such as uplighting, spotlighting, underexposure, harsh light, and prominent and projected shadows all add to the plot's tension. It is always seen as frightening when a character holds a flashlight under their chin since it suggests that something bad is about to happen. This is because light is supposed to come from above or from the sides since that is where natural light normally comes from. Likewise, using harsh light or underexposure obscures images that may be important, letting the audience’s brains fill in all the gaps. A common concept is that people are not afraid of the dark itself but rather of what could be in the dark. The unknown is a terrifying concept for humans, and horror does a good job of playing right into that fear. Cinematography also plays a huge part in why horror and thrillers are so scary. Different angles, like from behind an object in a room, can incite the feeling of being watched. Similarly, wide shots portray the idea of isolation, both being unsettling for the audience. When the camera is angled in a certain way that frames the character with just a little bit of background showing, it can be assumed that something is going to show up in the background. The music of a movie can affect the feelings associated with an event as well. Popular elements of music that can create uneasiness are dissonance, differences in loudness and pitch, whispers, silence, and any type of startled reflex from a character, such as a gasp. All of these purposefully make the audience uncomfortable. Mixing visuals with sounds of horrifying occurrences causes the audience to jump or squirm. All of these pieces play into the distress brought about by horror movies and psychological thrillers. Movies like Black Swan or A Nightmare on Elm Street play into the cinematographic or musical parts of fear, whereas the show The Haunting of Hill House plays into both parts. If something only has one component rather than both, that doesn’t make it any less terrifying since it still uses the human fear of the unknown. Going forward, pay attention to any scary movie you watch and see if you can pick out the ways it's trying to manipulate you before it draws you in completely!
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PARADE.
How do you show school spirit? I have been volunteering here for a long time. I announced the freshman games and I come to as many events as possible. Boys, girls, you name it. Who are you cheering for? I was the original booster club member, I have been here for all 28 seasons. My son, was on the very first football team at north. He was the kicker when they beat Kimberly 10-7 - Peterson
Who are you cheering for? Besides cheer, I am here for Arik Sergeant. I think he is number 40 or 65. - Maria Juarez
DANCE.
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