Manayunk - "Where We Drink"

The neighborhood I live in is appropriately called Manayunk meaning "where we drink." I learned this tonight from Brother Joe who is the Archivist for the Library at La Salle University. The name is appropriate because Manayunk is situated along a canal that leads to the Schuylkill River. The roots of the word come from Native Americans because Manayunk was a place where many would stop for rest and refreshment from the plentiful water.

This name is still very appropriate because Manayunk's Main Street is populated by many trendy restaurants and bars. I suppose the young and beautiful hang out here on the weekend and find a place to drink. I wouldn't know. I have spent most of my time here getting settled and hanging out with the Brothers. I will get down to Main Street one of these nights but for now I am content getting used to my surroundings.

Many of you also might be asking, "Who exactly are the Brothers?" Well that question is going to be answered in a future blog. You will have to check back. To give a quick but thorough explanation of the Brothers I need to do some research and thinking on how to best sum up their mission and service.

For now, I will leave you with a bit of trivia. Who was a famous actor on Everybody Loves Raymond and many other movies/shows that was a Christian Brother for a period in his life? The first person to respond with the correct answer will receive a special gift from me.