Alright, as a bit of a prelude to my planned guide to the USC campus, I present...
HOW TO FIND KRISPY KREMES FROM THE COLONIAL CENTER
(thunder crashes)
Alright, so the nearest Krispy Kreme store to the event site, the Colonial Center, is about two miles away. Trust me, it is not something you want to walk to. But hey, we all have our cravings.
Note that if you follow Mapquest's directions, you'll not only start at the wrong spot, but also potentially contend with construction traffic. (Do NOT plan on being able to go from Assembly to Greene--it is blocked for utility construction.)
Starting from the fountain in front of the Colonial Center, you should be able to see the Carolina Coliseum on your left, and further beyond that is the Strom Thurmond Wellness and Fitness Center. These points are important to get headed the right way, and they're really hard to miss--the Strom is bright yellow and new, while the Coliseum is gray and...not new. With that said:
- Start driving towards the Strom, staying within the bunch of parking lots between the Coliseum and the Colonial Center.
- You will reach Wheat St. at the end of those parking lots, with your vehicle facing the Strom. Turn right.
- Go straight for about two miles. The Krispy Kreme is on your right.
Nice and easy--just a really long straight.
(And by the way, feel free to hook me up with some if you're going.
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