The Asylum, 111 Welch Ave.

Chuck Yager, shop manager

How does business in the summer compare with business in the fall?

“We have our regulars that get us through the summer. But when the kids come back, we tend to get a lot busier.”

How do you prepare for the arrival of students in the fall?

“We order more supplies in the fall. We will put a large order in right before the students arrive. “

What is your favorite thing about the arrival of students?

“Campustown is a lot more interesting when the students are here. More fun things happen.”

What are some challenges you face with the arrival of students?

“Drunk people will come in asking to get a tattoo, and we have to tell them to come back when they’re sober.”