Connect Savannah February 8, 2017

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Georgia Day Parade FRI 2.10

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Thousands of costumed local elementary school children march behind student-made banners in commemoration of Georgia’s founding in 1733.

This colorful parade of students, local dignitaries, costumed characters, musicians, and military color guard begins at Forsyth Park and ends with a program in front of City Hall.

10:30 a.m.

Forsyth Park Free and Open to Public http://georgiahistoryfestival.org/ events/ga-day-parade/

WEDNESDAY 2. 8 Film: Run, Simon, Run

Unknown even by most fans of iconic action-comedy star Burt Reynolds, this is the tale of a Papago Indian (Reynolds) who returns to his reservation after prison and searches for his brother’s killer.

8 p.m.

The Sentient Bean, 13 E. Park Ave. $7

THURSDAY 2. 9 Film: McCabe & Mrs. Miller

A gambler and a prostitute become business partners in a remote Old West mining town.

7-9 p.m.

Tybee Post Theater, 10 Van Horne $10

Savannah Sings 2017

The Invitational Youth Choir Festival is a two part event featuring a concert program by some of the area’s top school and community youth choirs as well as a showcase of the Festival Menâ’s Chorus under the direction of artist in residence, J. Reese Norris.

7 p.m.

Lucas Theatre for the Arts, 32 Abercorn St. Donations accepted at door

State of the City Address

Savannah Art Walk SAT 2.11

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Savannah Art Walk is an opportunity to explore the plethora of exquisite and diverse galleries of the Historic District. Gather for the free welcome reception at the River Street Inn, meet some sponsoring artists, grab your map and begin. Experience the tour on foot or by Old Savannah Tour Trolley.

3-6 p.m.

Downtown Savannah savannahartwalk.com

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Mayor Eddie DeLoach will issue the State of the City Address during a town hall meeting. Public encouraged to attend.

6:30 p.m.

Civic Center, 301 West Oglethorpe Ave.

We Are The Pixxies

Theatre: The Importance of Being Earnest Savannah Rep performs the most renowned of Oscar Wilde’s comedies.

Thursday-Saturday 8 p.m.

S.P.A.C.E. Gallery, 9 West Henry $25

SAT 2.11

The Stardust Pixxies will perform their specialties with songs and dances that inspire them.

An all ages show full of wonderful aerial acrobatic routines, hoops spinning and twirling through the air, dances from around the globe.

8 p.m.

Bull Street Auctions, 2819 Bull Street.

W.W. Law Lecture

Mandy Barnett FRI 2.10

Mandy Barnett is a world-class vocalist whose style is deeply rooted in the classic country and pop crooning of the all-time great singers.

8 p.m.

Mars Theatre, 109 S. Laurel Street. $25

Featuring Julieanna Richardson, founder and executive director of The HistoryMakers, the nation’s largest African American video oral history collection, housed in the Library of Congress.

6:30 p.m.

Jepson Center, 207 West York St.

FRIDAY 2.10 Potable Gold: Savannah’s Madeira Tradition

Patrons are oriented to the long and rich tradition of Madeira (wine) as it relates to

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the history of Savannah and then they will participate in a Madeira party. Must be 21 years of age. Reservations recommended, as attendance is limited.

5:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday Davenport House, 324 East State St. $20

Fears My Sister Taught Me

An evening of stories about growing up Jin Hi Soucy Rand’s little brother.... younger brother.

8 p.m.

Muse Arts Warehouse, 703 Louisville Rd. $5 or what you will

Springtime Made in the South

The popular annual Spring crafts show featuring hand-crafted items and designs returns to the Savannah International Trade and Convention Center.

Fri-Sun. Savannah International Trade & Convention Center, 1 International Dr. $7

SATURDAY 2.11 Contra Dance

Guest Caller Jacob LeGrone will teach and call all the dances. Guest band Tesserae (Jennifer and David Lane) will supply tunes. Teens and up. Brought to you by Savannah Folk Music Society.

7:30 p.m.

Garden City UMC, 62 Varnedoe Ave. $9/$6 students at door savannahfolk.org

Cupid is Stupid Bar Crawl

Participants crawl at their own pace instead of all together in one huge group.

After visiting all the bars on the list, crawlers join at Savannah Smiles for the After Party and to get the t-shirt.

4 p.m.

Boomy’s, 409 W. Congress St.

Farewell to Muse

Say goodbye to Muse Arts Warehouse with light treats, drinks, slides of what the space has facilitated, and DJ Doc Ock. 6 p.m.

Muse Arts Warehouse, 703 Louisville Rd.

Film: Walkabout

Two siblings are stranded in the Australian Outback and forced to cope on their own.

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Trustees Theater, 216 East Broughton St. Free for SCAD card holders, $8 for public

Forsyth Farmers Market

Local and regional produce, honey, meat.

9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Forsyth Park forsythfarmersmarket.com

The Next Generation’s Happily Ever After Ball

Children and parents are invited to attend a royal celebration and meet their favorite fairytale princess, prince, pirate, and heroes of all storylines.

Brockington Hall, 213 East Hall Street. $20

Pints + Poses Brewery Yoga

Melissa walks you through her 90 minute light hearted yoga class. Includes 6 samples and a souvenir koozie.

Immediately following the yoga session are public tours & tastings.

12-2 p.m.

Southbound Brewing, 107 East Lathrop Ave. $25 includes beer | $12 yoga only

Rescue Round-Up

Multiple rescues will be on hand with a large variety of dogs. second Saturday of every month, 11 a.m.

The Hipster Hound, 115 Echols Ave. hipsterhound.net

Savannah Art Walk

Gather for the free welcome reception at the River Street Inn, meet some sponsoring artists, grab your map and begin.

Experience the tour on foot or by Old Savannah Tour Trolley.

3-6 p.m. savannahartwalk.com

Savannah Black Heritage Festival Grand Festival Day

Celebrate black heritage with programs, crafts, youth talent, and much more.

Starts 8:30 a.m.

Civic Center, 301 West Oglethorpe Ave.

Savannah Songs

Guests will explore four SCAD buildings that have been transformed into living portraits of the past. Delve into the 1920s for high tea at Gryphon. Wheel into Art’s for a bopping ‘80s shake shop experience, and then jump back in time to Civil War-era Georgia in Morris Hall. Finally, send the troops off to war in style with a 1940s big band dance in Poetter Hall.

11 a.m.

Stopover in the Yard w/ Clouds & Satellites

Savannah Stopover presents this familyfriendly concert in the yard of the Grey.

Ticket includes a menu of hot dogs, burgers, hot chocolate, and more.

11:30 a.m.

The Grey, 109 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. $25

Tybee City Limits

The monthly music series showcasing the best bands in the Coastal Empire sounds a soul-stirring blues beat tonight with G.E.

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Perry & Strange Brew.

8-10 p.m.

Tybee Post Theater, 10 Van Horne $15

First African Baptist, 23 Montgomery St.

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Valen-tunes with David Duckworth and Kim Michael Polote

Songs of love and devotion in this beautiful, historic sanctuary with impeccable acoustics.

4 p.m.

Unitarian Universalist Church, 307 E. Harris $20 uusavannah.org

Valentine’s Day Dinner

The evening’s events will start with a tour of the fort followed by a lovely roast dinner for two, under the candlelight of a Civil War site. Music and dancing will be provided by Three Fold Chord.

5:30 p.m.

Fort McAllister Historic Park, 3894 Fort McAllister Rd. $100/couple

SUNDAY 2.12 Annual Gospel Concert

Featuring Zacardi Cortez, preceded by A Tribute to Savannah Quartets Past and Present. Opening performances by SSU Wesleyan and ASU Gospel choirs. Part of the Savannah Black Heritage Festival.

5 p.m.

Veterans for Peace Savannah Chapter presents the moving story of Jim Miller, a Native spiritual leader and Vietnam veteran who follows a dream across the great plains of South Dakota.

6:30-9 p.m.

The Sentient Bean, 13 E. Park Ave. Free

Jazzy Fiddler on the Roof

Fiddler on the Roof is the longest-running, musical in Broadway history, and now Temple Mickve Israel presents a instrumental Jazzy version of the musical.

3 p.m.

Temple Mickve Israel, 20 E. Gordon St. $15 advance, $20 door

Lecture: 11 African American-Born Presidents in World History

A talk by Dr. David Smith, Ph.D., MBA, historian and scholar. Part of the Savannah Black Heritage Festival.

3 p.m.

Beach Institute, 502 E. Harris St.

Romantic Expressions: Sonatas for Violin and Piano

Performed by Russian violinist Larisa Elisha, and Karla Rocker on piano.

4-5 p.m.

Messiah Lutheran Church, 1 Westridge Road Free

MONDAY 2.13

Deep Speaks

Twice a year, Deep Center publishes books featuring original work of writers in the Young Author Project.

6 p.m.

The Historic Savannah Theatre, 222 Bull St.

Odd Lot Improv

An improv comedy show in the style of “Whose Line Is It Anyway?”

8 p.m.

Muse Arts Warehouse, 703 Louisville Rd. $5

We Make the Road By Walking

Join Emergent Savannah at this interactive World Cafe-style event.

7 p.m.

The Sentient Bean, 13 E. Park Ave.

TUESDAY 2.14 Future of Jazz Concert

Featuring local and regional young jazz vocalists and instrumentalists. Part of the Savannah Black Heritage Festival.

7 p.m.

JEA, 5111 Abercorn St.

Tongue: Open Mouth and Music Show hosted by Melanie Goldey

Open mic with emphasis on original work.

8 p.m.

The Sentient Bean, 13 E. Park Ave.

Vow Renewal Ceremony

Rev. Billy Hester and his wife Cheri lead a vow renewal ceremony, free to all married couples.

7 p.m.

City Market

WEDNESDAY 2.15 A Conversation About the Utility Billing System

Step Up’s Residents Team will host a conversation with the City of Savannah’s Revenue Director, Cindy Landolt. This event is open to the public.

6 p.m.

Montgomery Landings, 714 W. 57th St.

Film: Lunatics: A Love Story

Low-budget romantic comedy about two emotionally disturbed misfits who connect after meeting by chance.

8 p.m.

The Sentient Bean, 13 E. Park Ave. $8

Film: Reconstructing Hawthorne

Documentary screening and Q&A with filmmaker and archaeologist George Wingard. Hawthorne was once a small community in Aiken County, S.C. but with the construction of the Savannah River Site its residents had to be removed.

7 p.m.

Armstrong State Univ. 11935 Abercorn St.

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Does City Council really need to deal with liquor licenses at all?

BY JIM MOREKIS

jim@connectsavannah.com

TWO WEEKS AGO I wrote at length about the controversy over an alcoholic beverage license for the new performance venue The Stage On Bay. No need to rehash the debate in too much detail. But to catch everybody up: The owners put thousands of dollars into a remodel of a light industrial site near the West Savannah neighborhood of Hudson Hill for the purpose of a 1000-seat all-ages music venue, which would have met a specific and currently unmet market demand.

Many in the neighborhood itself, citing other liquor licenses in the area, simply do not want this venue to open in the area.

Saying they weren’t consulted, they urged City Council to deny the liquor license.

They succeeded and the future of the venue is in serious question. The issue is now almost certainly headed to court.

That’s the long and short of it, and it is what it is. But this week I want to focus on the odd spectacle we saw last week at the actual City Council meeting in which the license was denied.

The issue isn’t the Hudson Hill neighborhood’s opposition, which they are surely entitled to express.

The issue isn’t Alderman Van Johnson spearheading that opposition. He is just doing his duty in representing his constituents. I would have done the same.

The issue is that we saw a City Council virtually unanimous that they were legally in the wrong, but who almost unanimously also opted to burden taxpayers with defending a lawsuit they essentially admit the City will lose.

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After rightly pointing out that the City will “be going to court against our own laws,” Alderman Tony Thomas then did an about-face and said he would vote against the liquor license anyway.

Alderman Brian Foster, who ran as an expert on fiduciary responsiblity, also opted to vote against the license and help assure the matter went to litigation.

Alderman Johnson repeatedly taunted about his eagerness to go to court over the issue, though at one point also said the issue isn’t a matter of law, but of “courage.”

None of this is rocket science, of course.

By kicking the issue into a courtroom, City Council can have its cake and eat it too.

They can say they “listened to the people,” and in so doing shift blame from themselves to the court system for whatever happens next.

Alderman Julian Miller was the only vote in favor of granting The Stage On Bay an alcohol license, and offered the only logical point of view: “This Council has no legal standing to deny this,” he said, going on to muse, “Alcohol matters really shouldn’t come before this body at all.”

Miller suggested that an administrative officer could address these issues, inferring there’s no real reason that requires City Council to deliberate on each and every liquor license.

Some other cities have separate boards of review whose only job is to deal with alcohol licenses. Elected representatives are of course made aware of pending applications in their districts.

This frees up elected officials to focus their time and energy elsewhere — instead of on hour-plus deliberations across multiple meetings, as we saw with the excruciatingly drawn-out case of The Stage On Bay.

This would also help keep raw politics out of the picture.

City Council is fond of pointing out to businesspeople that a liquor license in Savannah “is a privilege, not a right.”

But really this is arguable — as we will likely find out in the ensuing Stage On Bay court case.

It’s important to stay focused on the real issue at hand here.

Hudson Hill opposing the venue is just democracy in action. The neighborhood wanted a desired result, mobilized for that result, and petitioned their government for redress.

That’s how you do it. More power to ‘em.

The problem is that City government still prefers the “easy” way out, i.e. futile litigation, rather than the hard work of adopting a protocol that would help us avoid such rancorous community discord and costly litigation in the future.

At the end of the meeting, City Manager Rob Hernandez was asked if this issue could be studied with an eye toward resolving the conundrum.

Hernandez indicated his office would be able to take it up at some point in the next 90 days.

(To give credit where it’s due, Alderman Thomas has been pushing for this.)

I would urge that the City consider taking this to the next level, and delegating alcohol license review authority to a separate body, as is done in some other locales.

City Council could and should of course reserve the right to revoke licenses in the case of some clear violation or series of violations.

This would free up valuable time for them to address other, more pressing local issues. I’m sure each of us could come up with our own list of them. CS

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Buddy Carter’s HR 586 puts pregnant women under attack

could result in outlawing oral contraceptive and IUDs, and would definitely outlaw Plan B. Editor, Since access to birth control Pregnant women-all preglowers the rates of abortions, nant women, regardless of their HR 586 is counter-productive stance on abortion-are now to its purpose. under attack via a congresIf this bill is passed, women sional bill that would confer could be prosecuted for their greater rights on embryos than behavior while pregnant. Did the women who carry them. you speed on your way home HR 586, co-sponsored by from work? Did you smoke a Buddy Carter, would give cigarette or have half of a glass embryos a right to life before of wine? Did you fail to take pregnancy even occurs. This your prenatal vitamins?

You could now be prosecuted for criminal recklessness or negligence. If the embryo or fetus has a constitutional right to live, then anything mom does or doesn’t do can be subject to criminal investigation.

Miscarriages, already a devastating event for potential moms, could now be a matter for the police. And since the bill contains no exception for the fetus’s function or disability, pregnant women would be forced to carry babies that have

no chance at viability to term.

In vitro fertilization, a miracle process that allows parents who are otherwise unable to conceive to have a child, would now be illegal because some embryos are necessarily discarded in the process.

If you believe, like I do, that HR 586 unfairly restricts pregnant women and potential parents, please let Buddy Carter know how you feel.

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Local tradition, sounds fishy. Shad!

BY JESSICA LEIGH LEBOS

jll@connectsavannah.com

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WE TAKE A break from our regularly scheduled outrage to bring you a story that started long before the current state of affairs.

Once a year for millennia, as the rivers that spill freshwater into the Atlantic Ocean along the eastern edge of the continent warm from south to north, massive schools of a certain herring-like fish have returned home.

The American shad spends most of its life in the open sea, snacking on plankton and circling the waterways from Florida to Nova Scotia for four years as it reaches maturity, and when it’s time to spawn, both males and females make a mad detour towards the coast, following an internal GPS upstream of the exact river they themselves were hatched. Kind of a mind-blowing miracle, as the teenagers I know get lost on their way home from Wilmington Island.

This enduring rhythm is evidence of a clock that ticks further back than most can comprehend, and how shad continue to find their way in spite of dams, pollution and overfishing is another one of those natural mysteries that borders on the metaphysical. For those who appreciate the cycle of life and damn fine meal, shad season can be downright transcendental.

“The shad are running, the shad are running!” has been a ubiquitous spring cry since America’s founding days, and its abundance during February and March in the Savannah, Ogeechee and Altamaha rivers have fed many a grateful generation around these parts, from the native people who occupied the bluffs to the settlers scraping out survival in General Oglethorpe’s colony to current legions of Yeti cooler-wielding fisherfolk.

Low in mercury and other toxins and imbued with twice the amount of brainnourishing Omega-3 fatty acids as wild salmon, shad has a Latin name, Alosa sapidissima, loosely translated as “super duper delish fish.” I’d been told for years that females fat with roe make the best eating, though I’ve managed to miss Savannah’s shad season in spite of chowing down aplenty on whiting, redfish, bluefish, and other local fruits des mer hooked by my own personal fisherman.

Frankly, I wouldn’t have known what to do with one of these legendary specimens if he’d hooked one. I think I handle fish pretty well considering I was raised in Arizona, 8 where the only seafood I encountered came

from a can or smoked on a bagel Atlanta Commerce Club with cream cheese. stocked with it for fancy dinBut shad can be intimidating, ners back in the 90s. Yet these since it’s notoriously difficult to days you’d be hard pressed to filet, on account of all them bones. find shad or its roe on any fine “If you don’t do it right, you’ll dining menu, even with many be pickin’ and spittin’ all day Savannah chefs’ dedication long,” advises Charlie Russo, to local produce and heritageJr., the proprietor of Russo’s raised meats. Why the decline Seafood, where his father, in popularity?

Charles, Sr. perfected a techCharlie gives a shrug withnique that has employees like out a skip in the blade. “The Blanca Perez able to slice up a younger generations aren’t shad in five minutes flat. into it as much, I guess.”

“Daddy is the one who started Apparently some palates doing it like this in 1946,” he prefer their fish all light and demonstrated last week, using flaky, and shad has a reputahis fingers to work over the rows tion for being too strong. I say of tiny bones of a fish that had there’s no such thing, but don’t been swimming upstream in the ask me, I was raised on canned Altamaha less than a day before. sardines.

I do know enough to respect He gently pressed the peachtradition, and I prepared the colored flesh with the tip of a filets and roe exactly as Charlong, curved blade. “See, you lie told me to: Dust both in salt have to make three different and pepper, brush with lemon cuts, and turn the knife upside butter, and broil on a greased down at the tail.” pan for 20 min, flipping the Though I hold no illusions of thick steak of roe halfway. ever being capable of executIt tasted sapidissima to the ing this complex feat myself, max, as someone who has not I watched closely as Charlie studied Latin at all might say. and Bianca whisked their way The fish itself came out tenthrough a few at Russo’s metal der, with a robust flavor that work stations across from reminded me of mackerel or Noelle Houston, who was Charlie Russo, Jr. bones up on his knife skills with a local shad, along herring. deftly peeling a pile of plump The roe was still weirdwild Georgia shrimp, each almost with employee Blanca Perez. PHOTO BY JON WAITS/@JWAITSPHOTO looking but tasty, and once I got as big as a banana. (True story, over its appearance I enjoyed when I was a child growing up were paying ten dollars an hour. That was a the texture—soft meat infused with tiny, the desert I used to think all shrimp were fortune in 1961!” crunchy eggs. I do believe I’ll take redneck the size of those tiny sea monkey things Upon his return from the Great North, caviar over the Russian stuff any day. that floated in the sizzling rice soup at our the piscator took up the family mantle. He According to Charlie, the shad should run neighborhood Chinese restaurant.) eventually married his high school sweetfor at least six more weeks, so there’s plenty Russo’s has to be at least partly responheart, Clara McDonough Russo, and the of time to pick up some filets. If you care to sible for shad’s popularity on Savannah couple celebrated their 50th anniversary a throw in a line yourself, be sure to check dinner tables over the decades, making few months before the beloved lady passed the regulations at Georgia Dept. of Natuit easy to grab a nicely wrapped packlast March. Since then, he’s been working ral Resources, and should you get lucky age from the refrigerated shelf for dinner and want to attempt shad surgery, Charlie’s instead of performing meticulous surgery. as hard as he always has, finding solace in brother, Capt. Vincent Russo, has a great The famed family seafood market recently another shad season.

He makes quick work of the one in front of tutorial on his YouTube channel. celebrated 70 years in business, a legacy him, laying out the filets in neat, pink slices.

Me, I’m content to leave the fishing to the left by the elder Russo, who passed away He holds up the roe. Bright red and steaky, fisherfolk. But that doesn’t make me any less in 2008 at the age of 94, and carried on by his oldest son, whose demeanor isn’t nearly it looks more like a horse placenta than any- enamored of shad’s yearly sojourn to our thing you’d want to put on a cracker. But local waters or the ancient map that makes it as salty as you’d expect for someone who’s this “redneck caviar” is the culinary prize, possible, coded in all those tiny bones. spent his whole life cleaning fish and eatthe real reason the shad chase has been celIt makes a mind wander to the Great Mysing fish and just plain fishing. ebrated all these years. The New York Times tery that binds us all, and just think: By the Though he’s cast a line from Chesapeake published Elizabeth on 37th chef Elizabeth time the shad babies conceived this spring Bay to the Mediterrean, the seafood scion Terry’s recipe back in 1987, and no mention make their way back to their birthplace in has always called Savannah’s waters home. four years, we’ll be in a whole new cycle.

“I moved away once, right after I gradu- of shad roe is worth a grain of salt without a We can only hold faith that nature’s revated from Benedictine to work on a salmon bow to late, great chef and cookbook author Edna Lewis. olutions will endure, eclipsing the rest in boat in Alaska,” he recounts with a grin, blue eyes twinkling like the sea. “They Charlie says Russo’s couldn’t keep the its long, slow clock. CS

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NEWS & OPINION CITY NOTEBOOK

Old Sears Building is a potential answer to several problems Pet ideas abound for the conspicuous vacant structure, but here’s one that just might work

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BY JASON COMBS

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ALDIN LEE has some interesting ideas.

Like many people, he doesn’t think we have any real need for the boondoggle Cultural Arts Center (CAC).

First, there’s no evidence that current facilities are over-taxed. Second, the City already wants to cuts arts funding, so what’s the point of a new CAC? However, if the City insists on going forward with the plan, Mr. Lee has a much better proposal for doing so—put it in the Old Sears Building (OSB).

The OSB is one of those conspicuous structures that everyone in Savannah knows, and since it’s been empty and unused for many years, everyone in Savannah has a pet idea for it.

I actually helped a would-be developer look into it several years ago, and in the course of doing so found out that the current owner of the OSB is apparently very unmotivated to sell. From every appearance, he just sits on the building and happily pays the meager (for its size) property taxes each year.

This is obviously an obstacle, but not an insurmountable one, so let’s talk possibilities.

The first plus of using the OSB is the most obvious: It re-activates a beast of a building, in the very heart of the burgeoning South of Forsyth neighborhoods.

If the CAC is meant primarily for locals anyway, it makes much more sense to put it south of the park, away from the congestion of the downtown core.

Also, the OSB has lots of parking, something conspicuously missing from the current CAC plan. Further, the OSB is adjacent to the current Department of Cultural Affairs office, classrooms, and black box theater.

The use of these spaces could continue, leaving room in the new OSB/CAC to consolidate some other City offices (and sell off more redundant properties), something that new City Manager Rob Hernandez has indicated he’s very eager to do.

The other side of the location coin is that we avoid putting a low-density, architecturally controversial new building on prime downtown real estate. Style preferences are of course subjective, but I think most observers agree that the proposed CAC design does not mesh with downtown’s traditional architecture.

A new grand entrance could reorient the building towards Bull Street, and commercial tenants could flank this entry, as with the Fox Theatre in Atlanta. RENDERINGS BY JASON COMBS

Let’s put that land back in private hands instead. Alderman Bill Durrence, for one, has expressed interest in seeing more workforce housing constructed downtown —perhaps the City could do something to incentivize that at this location.

Anything but another hotel, right?

Other advantages of the OSB are plenty of square footage and a very adaptable

floor-plan. It can house everything intended for the downtown CAC, as well as having room left over for street-level commercial tenants.

A new grand entrance can easily be created to reorient the building towards Bull Street, and commercial tenants could flank this entry, as with the Fox Theatre in Atlanta. This would help to fill the gap in

sidewalk activity on Bull Street between Forsyth Park and Starland.

Finally, the OSB even has a loading bay off Drayton Street to accommodate the comings and goings of troupes with their sets, equipment, and whatnot.

Mr. Lee also suggests some re-programming of the proposed OSB/CAC. This venue could also act as a theatre for the showing of art house and foreign films, for which he argues there is a market, but not enough revenue generated for a standalone private venture dedicated to the genres.

He further suggests that it be named for Florence Martus, better known as “The Waving Girl,” its purpose in welcoming foreign films echoing her greeting of ships from all the ports of the world.

Not a bad idea, if you ask me.

Aldin Lee asserts that this alternative plan could save the City as much as $8 million dollars over the current plan, and would avoid making a mistake that would have negative externalities that cannot be measured in dollars and cents.

Also, it would put valuable downtown real estate back into private hands—to pay property taxes to the City, County, and School Board. These new property taxes would far outweigh what is currently paid year-to-year by the fallow OSB. One might ask, but hasn’t a lot of money been spent on the design? Hasn’t site preparation already begun? Yes and yes.

Is this justification for continuing with a flawed plan? Absolutely not.

Thinking that previous investment is sufficient justification for action is known as the “Sunk Cost Fallacy.” Of all the logical fallacies (and I love them all) it is probably the one that we all talk ourselves into the most often, on decisions both large and small.

It is also the first thing officials will cite when presented with the alternative plan— “we’ve spent too much time and money on the current plan. We must carry on.”

Not true. Besides, Mr. Lee’s alternative could reap savings over and above what has already been spent, AND result in a Cultural Arts Center that is far more useful to the community, and to the City.

The Cultural Arts Center does not fill an essential need. Pausing to consider a better alternative hurts no one, though it may frustrate those with the contracts to build it.

If we are going to build it (and I’m still not convinced we need to), let’s put it where it makes the most sense. CS For more info about this plan, visit Aldin Lee’s site at SavannahAmbitions.wordpress.com

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Laughter is the best medicine

Chortle your way to serenity with monthly meditation workshop

BY JESSICA LEIGH LEBOS

jll@connectsavannah.com

TEE HEE. Hardyharhar. Bahahahahahaha. *snort snort*.

Whatever your laugh sounds like, betcha it feels good—inside and out. Laughing relieves stress, stimulates organs, increases endorphins and improves the immune system. No joke, it’s science!

But it can be hard to keep up the healthy chuckles, especially when life isn’t feeling all that funny. These are trying times for many, and videos of cats using the potty only go so far.

“Did you know kids laugh about four hundred times a day, and adults only laugh about fifteen?” asks yoga teacher Ann Carroll. “We lost a few hundred laughs along the way when we grew up.”

Those seeking increased and more intentional giggles might want to check out Caroll’s Laughing Meditation Workshop this Sunday, Feb. 12 at Savannah Yoga Center.

She’s offered the cackle contemplation class before, but recently decided to put it on SYC’s monthly schedule for 2017. The next workshop is March 25, followed by April 2, May 14, June 11, July 16, Aug. 13, Sept. 17, Oct. 8, November 12 and December 3.

“I used to just do it sporadically, during the holidays, when people are under a lot of stress, but I think with everything going on in the world right now, we all need the release,” says the yogi, who holds a teaching certification in the technique.

“We need reminders that life doesn’t have to be so serious, even in times of stress.”

The 30-minute workshops begin with everyone lying on their backs, heads pointed to the middle of the circle, with full use of mats, blankets and other yoga props to get comfy. After a few opening Om chants, it’s time get chortling (or snickering, or tittering, doesn’t matter, you do you!) for 15 straight minutes. The idea is to witness emotions and stay with the practice.

If you aren’t feeling the mirth, fake it.

Research shows that pretend laughter has the same physiological benefits as the real thing and can turn into genuine guffaws once you get started. Other studies shows that joyful laughter and meditation have similar positive effects on the brain, so perhaps doing both at once brings double the benefits (*not based on any science at all, but hey, lighten up!)

There are some ground rules: No tickling!

Respect others’ space and privacy, though the occasional bump to your neighbor while writhing with glee may be excused.

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“We need reminders that life doesn’t have to be so serious,” even in times of stress says yogi Ann Carroll. PHOTO BY JON WAITS/@JWAITSPHOTO

sounds like a honking donkey, accept it as an opportunity to let your inner hysterical hyena flow.

The workshop ends with ten minutes of relaxed silence and deep breathing, though Carrol recognizes that it can be hard to settle down after all that hilarity. Often other emotions can surface that need to be released during the session.

“Sometimes people laugh so hard they cry, and that’s OK, too,” she counsels.

“This is a safe space.”

Carroll was first introduced to laughter meditation during her yoga training in 2001, when the shock of 9/11 was still fresh.

“It felt auspicious that I was coming out of the ashram right as so many people needed peace. Now seems like another one of those times.”

She leads students in a gentle form known as Integral Yoga and is deeply influenced by the unifying spirituality of its founder Swami Satchidananda—“The guy

who said the opening prayer for Woodstock,” she reminds with merry smile.

In addition to teaching yoga at various studios around the city as well as seasonally on Tybee Island’s North Beach, Carroll also teaches childbirth education and serves as a doula to support mothers giving birth. In between she can often be found sitting on her meditation cushion, getting lots of practice for her upcoming workshops.

“I often think someone is going to walk by and think I’ve lost my mind,” she says with an easy chuckle. “But then that just makes me laugh even harder!” CS

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Kesha Gibson-Carter: Fighting misogyny and rape culture

BY ORLANDO MONTOYA

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I CAN’T remember exactly where or when I learned not to mix electricity and water, stare at the sun, drink gasoline or swim far offshore. I know I learned these things early on and now think of them as things humans “just know” not to do.

People do these things, of course. But they get electrocuted, go blind, get sick and die and sink to the bottom of the ocean.

If only cause and effect were as sure for sexual assault. The act, the culture that leads to it and, too often, the punishment for it are too loosely tied in too many minds.

It’s something that men should “just know” not to do. Kesha Gibson-Carter works with an organization that for 40 years has been promoting respect for women and their bodies.

“We are dealing with a culture, particularly among our young people, where they do not understand the meaning of consent,” she says. “It tears at the fabric of society.”

Gibson-Carter is the director of Savannah’s Rape Crisis Center. I wanted to talk with her after what can only be described as a terrible run of headlines for advocates like her.

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From Stanford University (“20 minutes of action”) to the White House (“grab her by the pussy”), the news seems downcast for those seeking more certain outcomes for brutes.

Gibson-Carter sees some good. “We are encouraged at the response of our community in acknowledging that these occurrences are not what we would like them to be,” she says.

“Nonetheless, we are discouraged when individuals do not value healthy relationships.” The response to the headlines gives me hope. I see it in the women’s march.

I see it in friends opening up about misogynist language and behavior they endure. And I see it in male allies, stepping forward.

Josiah Lemanski is among them. In December, the Minnesota songwriter and Lydia Liza recorded an updated version of “Baby, It’s Cold Outside” to viral video success.

Their lyrics turned the holiday classic from a creepy display of male insistence into a lesson on how to act when a woman says no. I hope the lesson filters down to others.

“We want to create a community of men who are ambassadors for our work,” she says, noting the young age when “filtering down” and “just knowing” needs to happen.

Most of her cases involve men and women ages 15-28. “Connecting with the

male demographic is the best way to stop and prevent rape.”

The center’s signature male-focused event is April’s “Walk a Mile in Her Shoes,” a playful stroll in high heels to raise awareness about sexual violence.

More importantly, they reach people of all ages with classes and workshops. That’s in addition to the crisis intervention, counseling and advocacy they do for women.

It’s a great cause. But what about that surety of action and consequence that I mentioned? Particularly on the criminal justice side? “That’s a difficult one.” She sighs.

Last year, RCC turned over 130 rape kits to law enforcement agencies but only 28 arrests were made. And, as we’ve seen, convictions and sentences are another matter.

Still, Gibson-Carter sees incremental progress with police responsiveness, thanks in part to new laws as they relate to rape kits, that is, evidence.

“Things don’t change until people are made to change,” she says. And even though it’s not as easy as “just knowing,” that’s a lesson that can be learned.

We must make our own change, becoming the needed transformation, challenging the culture, condemning not only the violence, but its antecedent and lack of punishment.

We can shape the culture to “just know.”

If only it were as sure as electricity and water! CS

“We want to create a community of men who are ambassadors for our work,” says Gibson-Carter.

NEWS & OPINION BLOTTER 2017 Sav/Chatham County Crime Stats through Sunday Feb. 5

Homicide Total Non-fatal Shootings

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Police seek two in West Gordon pistol-whipping, shooting

Savannah-Chatham Metropolitan Police Department’s Robbery Unit asks the public’s help in identifying two men suspected in a robbery and shooting on Thursday, Feb. 2 on West Gordon Lane near Whitaker Street.

Metro responded to the 100 block of West Gordon Lane just before 1 a.m. finding Andrew Sellers, 27, with a non-life threatening gunshot wound.

“Sellers was transported to Memorial University Medical Center for care,” says Eunicia Baker of the SCMPD Public Affairs Office.

“Reportedly, Sellers was walking south on Whitaker Street when a male subject approached him and engaged in conversation. Upon approaching West Gordon Lane, a second male subject with a gun

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reportedly demanded Sellers’ possession.

Sellers complied. Sellers was reportedly pistol whipped and shot before the two suspects left the area. The suspects may have fled in a black 90s model minivan,” police say.

Investigators with the Savannah-Chatham Metropolitan Police Department have charged a man for the 2015 murder of Lawrence Bryan IV. Timone Maurice Hooper, 25, was served with his arrest warrant on Tuesday afternoon at the Federal Correctional Institute in Jesup, Ga. Bryan, 23, was shot to death in the 3600 of Duane Court on August 7, 2015.

Four drug arrests made in East Savannah neighborhood

In January, the Savannah-Chatham Metropolitan Police Department’s Strategic Investigations Unit (SIU) made a total of four drug-related arrests during an investigation focused in the EdgemereSackville neighborhood.

“On Tuesday, Jan. 31, Jawaun Heyward, 23, was arrested near Daffin Park, after making drug transactions with undercover officers over the course of two months in Edgemere-Sackville,” police report. Heyward’s passenger, Kuran Gadson, 23, was also arrested.

“On Jan. 25, Ashley Maurice Hudson, 35, was arrested on the 1500 block of East 56th Street, while in possession of a significant amount of marijuana,” police report.

Terrance Farrell, 33, was arrested on Jan. 11 after selling narcotics to an undercover officer on East 54th Street and Waters Avenue. He was taken into custody on the 3800 block of Habersham Street.

The SIU launched this investigation at

Shooting in Cuyler-Brownville Timone Maurice Hooper

the requests of concerned residents who suspected drug activity in the EdgemereSackville neighborhood.

“The goal of the Strategic Investigations Unit is to vigilantly combat any crime that affects the quality of life of our citizens.

The SIU is proud of these outcomes and will continue its work in the EdgemereSackville neighborhood and throughout SCMPD’s entire jurisdiction,” said Captain Lenny Gunther, Commander of the SIU. “Edgemere-Sackville citizens spoke and SCMPD responded. We hope that all of our citizens would do the same if faced with any threat to their peace of mind.”

Police investigators responded to a shooting at W. 38th Street and Bulloch St. at approximately 9:15 a.m. on Saturday.

Detectives later made contact with the victim at the hospital. Charles Steplight, 25, has non-life-threatening injuries.

One arrested in Mercy Boulevard death investigation

Police with assistance from Southeast Regional Fugitive Task Force of the U.S. Marshals Service arrested John Padgett, 30, on Monday, Jan. 30, charging him with murder in the death of Wynesha Medley, 26, days earlier.

Padgett was taken into custody at about 7:00 p.m. at his Port Wentworth residence. He was transported to the Chatham County Detention Center without incident. CS

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As with most criminal matters, prosecutors have the discretion to choose how to proceed, and they’re not only constrained by the laws on the books but discouraged by their odds in the courtroom.

What does it take to get charged with manslaughter when your negligent driving kills someone? Last year the driver of a semi entered a bike lane and killed a Chicago bicyclist. He was issued tickets for driving in a bike lane and failure to take due care with a bicyclist. Why mere tickets instead of a more serious charge?—Alan G. Thomas ACCIDENTS happen, and when they do the person enclosed in a big metal box has a pretty clear advantage over anyone walking around or rolling by on non-motorized wheels. Our laws mostly acknowledge this imbalance—drivers are supposed to be extra careful not to run anyone down but we’re still reluctant to criminalize autoinflicted deaths. As with most criminal

matters, prosecutors have the discretion to choose how to proceed, and they’re not only constrained by the laws on the books but discouraged by their odds in the courtroom.

With bicyclists on the streets in ever greater numbers—as of 2012, bike commuting was up by 60 percent over the decade prior—incidents like the one you cite (involving the 20-year-old rider Lisa Kuivinen) have predictably become more common. There are now more than 700 bicycle deaths in the U.S. annually and upward of 40,000 injuries, nearly a third of which involve cars—more than any other single factor. The stats for what happens to the party at fault after these collisions are trickier to track. One look at the D.C. region found that less than half of at-fault drivers were prosecuted. In New York City, which sees 10 to 20 cycling deaths each

year, motor vehicles caused more than 14,000 pedestrian and cyclist injuries in 2012, but only 101 citations were issued for careless driving. Surely reckless bike behavior was a factor in some cases, but by any estimate, prosecution rates are certainly low, requiring the injured (or the family of the deceased) to bring private criminal complaints or pursue civil suits.

And that’s baked into the system. As a society—one that drives too much, many would argue—we’ve made choices about allocating the risk that ensues when people get behind the wheel. Our traffic laws are basically designed on the assumption that collisions occur even when drivers exercise a reasonable amount of care. Unless one driver clearly hasn’t done this, the state generally opts not to pursue a criminal conviction, leaving the parties to duke it out in court themselves. And gauging

negligence—legally, the failure to take reasonable care—is a slippery matter. Just as driving laws vary by state, so too do definitions of negligence (thanks a bunch, federalism). This isn’t a law school torts lecture, though, so let’s just say there are differing degrees of it, and at the tippy top is criminal negligence, what you’d have to show to support a charge of vehicular homicide.

Since negligence is tough to demonstrate to a jury, prosecution becomes way likelier when the driver’s behavior is notably egregious. A DUI is the gold standard here, but a hit-and-run incident also helps a struck cyclist’s chances at obtaining a guilty verdict. Hit a biker while committing some obvious traffic infraction, like running a red light, or violating a new distracted-driving law, and a prosecutor’s likely to come after you. So for many cycling-safety advocates the idea is to make more laws, bike-specific or no, and so create more ways to establish that a driver was negligent.

There have always been some laws looking out for non-drivers in the roadway.

Due-care statutes protected even the least attentive farmer’s wagon from being sideswiped by a shiny new Essex or Packard on an unlit country lane. And drivers have long been required to maintain a “safe distance” when passing bicyclists, but just

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But norms govern our everyday behavior far more than laws do—it’s hardly the fear of being locked away that keeps most of us from becoming cat burglars or hit men. Legislation alone won’t deter drivers from driving aggressively around bikes, or even guarantee enforcement, much less prosecution—a common complaint among cycling activists is that the legal system, from cops and DAs to judges and juries, identifies too readily with drivers. Advocates thus try to gently nudge the debate in their direction, using the term “bike crash” rather than “bike accident” to imply the cause is driver error rather than mere chance. Meanwhile, recent research suggests that the biggest boost to bike safety might simply be more bike use: a 2014

Colorado study found that per-rider crash rates were lower at intersections with heavier bike traffic. The more often drivers have to share the road, seemingly, the better they get at not running everyone else off it.

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“Field work is always challenging,” explained Courtney Marneweck of South Africa’s University of KwaZulu-Natal in a recent journal article, but studying the sociology of a white rhino’s dung meant developing a “pattern-recognition algorithm” to figure out “smell profiles” of 150 animals’ feces — after tracking them individually to observe them in the act. Wrote Marneweck, “I think my record for waiting for a rhino to poo was 7 1/2 hours.” Conclusion: Rhinos use feces to send distinct social signals on genetically compatible herds, mating access and predator dangers.

(Or, in the Los Angeles Times “clickbait” version of the story, rhino dung “has a lot in common with a Facebook post.”)

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• “Retiring” the Herd: Settlement of a class-action lawsuit against a group of dairy co-ops was announced in January with milk producers agreeing to pay $52 million on charges they had conspired to fix the dairy supply for years to get topdollar prices. Among the producers’ primary tactics, allegedly, was using what the industry calls “herd retirement,” which is “retirement” only in the sense that 500,000 healthy young cows were slaughtered — just to drive up prices by eliminating otherwise-available milk. The $52 million will be for consumers in 15 states and Washington, D.C. • Wrist-Slapping: (1) Rutgers University Athletic Director Pat Hobbs, responding to the NCAA’s announcement of violations against the school’s sports programs (including failure to penalize 16 football players who tested positive for drugs), told the Asbury Park Press in January that he would immediately dismiss from teams any player testing positive for hard drugs — upon the fourth violation (if for marijuana only, upon the fifth). (2) In January, the Russian parliament voted 380 to 3 to

amend its assault law to allow a spouse one punishment-by-”ticketing” (i.e., not criminal) for domestic violence against his partner — provided the bodily harm was not “substantial” and that it happens no more than once a year.

to create, according to a clinician, a “hot house effect.” (It turns out that merely raising the temperature in the delivery room had only marginal effect.)

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• Lamest Criminal Defense Ever: Substitute teacher Pete Garcia Hernandez, 49, was arrested in Houston in January and charged with three counts of indecency with a child, involving girls at Looscan Elementary School. The girls had reported earlier that Hernandez had kissed them each on the mouth, but police investigators quoted Hernandez as calling it all an “accident,” that “he was speaking close with them and his tongue accidentally went into their mouth(s).”

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Right to Be Grumpy: Trader Joe’s has gained popularity among grocery shoppers in large part by having relentlessly sunny employees, but now that the firm has expanded from mellower California to more brusque New York City, it is learning that cheerfulness is harder to find. The company fired Thomas Nagle recently because, though he said he frequently smiled, he was told his smile was insufficiently “genuine,” and, backed by several colleagues, he has filed an unfair labor practice charge (and union organizers have taken notice). The National Labor Relations Board has already ruled (against another employer) that workers cannot be forced to convey that all-important “positive work environment” because they are entitled to have grievances.

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(1) Jersey Shore, Pennsylvania (pop.

4,300), rarely makes the news, thus allowing it to avoid questions about its awkward name (since it is (a) landlocked and (b) 100 miles from New Jersey). (In January, residents were disturbed about the odor of a farm’s prematurely ripening radishes.)

(2) Scientists at Spain’s University of Barcelona announced they had reduced the fear of death in some of 32 research participants by exposing them (using artificial intelligence Oculus Rift headsets) to out-of-body experiences so they could see and feel themselves “alive” even when not actually present.

Classic (April 2013)

Undocumented immigrant Jose Munoz, 25, believed himself an ideal candidate for

President Obama’s 2012 initiative for children, in that he had been brought to the United States by his undocumented parents before age 16, had no criminal record, and had graduated from high school (with honors, even). Since graduation, however, he had stayed at his parents’ home in Sheboygan, Wisconsin, jobless, unenterprisingly “vegging,” making it difficult to prove the final requirement of the law: that he had lived continuously in the U.S. since graduation (since just lying around the house leaves no paper trail). After initial frustrations, Munoz proved his residency by submitting his Xbox Live records documenting his computer’s Wisconsin location had been accessing video games, daily, year after year.

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MUSIC GEORGIA DAY

SCAD students sing ‘Savannah Songs’ University offers a musical tour through time on Georgia Day

BY ANNA CHANDLER

anna@connectsavannah.com

SCAD’S getting in on the Georgia Day celebrations. With “Savannah Songs,” the university will honor the history of music in the Hostess City. Attendees can explore four SCAD buildings, each with its own theme: the Gryphon Tea Room will turn into a 1920s café, while Morris Hall will highlight the 1860s. Art’s Café transforms into an ‘80s shake shop, and right across the street, Poetter Hall’s guests will be whisked back to the ‘40s with a big band, USO-style dance.

Each building will host live music, performed by students from a range of majors.

SCAD alums Kiandra Richardson, George Lovett and Christian Magby will join the current students in their performances.

Richardson recently broke out on the theatre scene after playing Whitney Houston in Born for This: The Bebe Winans Story at the Alliance Theater in Atlanta. Taking on her dream role was a huge decision for Richardson, who was a contestant during American Idol’s final season when she was offered the part. Before she heads out on a national tour, the SCAD grad returns to Savannah to perform as Whitney Houston at her alma mater.

We caught up with Richardson to learn more about her time at SCAD, preparation for the stage, and transforming into one of her musical heroes.

You made a big decision to follow your Born for This offer and not continue with American Idol. What drew you to the role?

What drew me to the role was receiving a personal phone call from Bebe Winans, a best friend to Whitney, asking me to play the role of Whitney Houston, a woman I’ve looked up to my entire life. I couldn’t dream of a more fulfilling role to play! The opportunity touched my heart in a way American Idol couldn’t.

Whitney Houston’s range is, of course, legendary. Can you talk a little about preparing musically for the role?

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I watched a ton of YouTube videos! I studied her mannerisms, her tones, her motions when singing, and even her speaking patterns. I made sure I sang no less than three of her most challenging songs at least four times a day to strengthen my vocals and to get myself used to singing in 20 her range of music.

How did SCAD prepare you as a professional and performer?

SCAD taught me preparation. Preparation is so important to an artists’ career, and many people miss opportunity simply because of not being prepared. For example, knowing your strengths and how to use them, knowing how to do the work that needs to be done in order to accomplish

the task at hand, being prepared for any and everything, having tools in your back pocket to resort to when talent is not enough. I’ve learned that talent is only half the battle, but the work you invest is what will sustain you.

own music, as well as preparing to do a national tour with Born for This playing Whitney! I am super excited about traveling and I am so ready to see what the future holds for me! It’s looking really bright! CS

What’s next for you?

Where: Gryphon Tea Room, Morris Hall, Art’s Café, Poetter Hall When: Saturday, February 11, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

I am currently working on recording my

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MUSIC CUSSES

Angel, Brian, and Bryan can’t quit Cussin’

They’re back!

BY ANNA CHANDLER

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anna@connectsavannah.com

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IT’S BEEN EIGHT years since Cusses tore onto the Savannah scene and two years since they announced a hiatus. After a big Jinx send-off, vocalist Angel Bond returned to Los Angeles, spending her days writing, biking to the beach, bartending, and picking up film jobs.

Drummer Brian Lackey headed to North Carolina, while guitarist Bryan Harder held it down in Savannah with his wife and family. With its members scattered across the country, a Cusses reunion seemed unlikely to fans, until a surprising post popped up on the band’s Facebook page in late July 2016: “CUSSES HERE WE COME.” The trio has utilized many a rehearsal space throughout their time as a band; now, they’re sitting in The Garage in Midtown Savannah, glowing after rehearsal. Lackey’s pouring sweat from beating the devil out of his drums, and there’s a tangible excitement: Cusses is back, y’all.

In what capacity? For how long? That’s up in the air. Right now, they’re just glad to make music together once more.

“Why are we playing together again, gentlemen?” Bond asks her bandmates with a wry smile when the question is posed.

“It’s cheaper than therapy,” Harder suggests.

“Friendship,” Lackey adds.

Bond nods in agreement with their answers.

“I think we have a very special thing,” she says. “Musically, and chemistry-wise.

It’s very hard to find that. It’s nice to be back in a room together and play together.”

For two and a half weeks, Cusses has been sweating it out in their rehearsal space, hashing out old favorites and even putting the final touches on some new cuts.

Though the newer stuff will be fresh to the audience, some of it’s been in the Cusses vault for some time now.

“Two [of the songs] were full-fledged years ago, but we stopped working on

Cusses throughout the years. PHOTOS FROM THE CONNECT SAVANNAH ARCHIVES

them, then held onto them,” Lackey explains. “Now, we’ve completely changed them.”

Turns out, the break was a helpful, creative breath.

“You know, you put the toys down, pick them up after a while, and they look a little different,” Harder observes. “And these songs might change again before we record them.”

Harder didn’t take on any new musical projects during the hiatus, but he did play guitar at home by himself. Without Lackey’s intense drumming and Bond’s vocals, he began to see things from a new perspective.

“When I play alone, it tends to sound different,” he says. “One of the new [songs] is a result of me playing by myself, and when you don’t turn up, you can articulate a little better.”

“I feel like it was good to step away, because sometimes you get so wrapped up in the push of it rather than the creation of it,” Bond says.

The band was certainly tied up in the business and promotional end of things before their hiatus began; their second album, Golden Rat, is still in the can, though it was finished a few years back.

They released an EP with a handful of tracks from the album in 2015 while weighing their distribution and label options, and they’re planning on making a few music videos, releasing a couple singles, and eventually get all of the eleven tracks out there.

“The way it works now, people don’t even listen to a full album anymore,” says Bond.

“We’d like to get as much life out of it as possible.”

Fans can look forward to hearing some of the newer material at their Jinx return this weekend. Bond hints that there’s plenty of the band’s signature tenacity, but there’s also a softer side to some of the songs.

“It’s like, adult Cusses,” she laughs.

They’ll head up to Atlanta for a show at The Earl the day after the big hometown

gig and will book a few gigs throughout the Southeast over the next months. The key is keeping it low-pressure.

“We’re going to see if we still like each other, play music, and take it from there,” Bond smiles.

“We haven’t planned too much,” says Lackey. We’re just hanging out and having a good time.”

“If it’s just music that’s the motivator, I tend to be more creative and happy about it,” Harder adds. “Once you start to push shows and how you’re going to do this and that and make money, then it’s like, ‘Ugh, I have a job.’”

“Right now, we just want to be together, play music, and write new songs,” Bond says. “We’re taking a relaxed approach about it, and we’ll see how it all unfolds.” CS

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Congregation Mickve Israel presents a classic musical with a fresh twist

BY ANNA CHANDLER

anna@connectsavannah.com

JAZZ. Middle Eastern music. West African-inspired percussion. And the longestrunning musical in Broadway history. It all comes together at Congregation Mickve Israel this weekend when an ensemble of musicians perform songs from Fiddler on the Roof.

The Sunday afternoon performance at Congregation Mickve Israel is not a theatrical one—rather, the concert highlights memorable numbers from the beloved musical with some fresh and surprising eclecticism.

Larry Dane-Kellogg, who handles many events at Mickve Israel, had the idea of pairing Fiddler on the Roof and jazz music.

“He approached me after doing the ‘Jews and Jazz’ concert last March, which was a really successful, sold-out show,” ensemble percussionist Ira Miller recalls. “And there was a performance of Fiddler on the Roof tunes over at the [Jewish Educational Alliance] in May last year. He wanted to do something similar, so a couple months later, he approached me and asked if I’d put a program together.”

To get the inspiration flowing, DaneKellogg shared an album of Fiddler on the Roof songs performed by Cannonball Addereley, released in 1964, with Miller. A prominent alto saxophonist in the 1950s and ‘60s, Addereley and his sextet took a bebop spin on hit tunes from Fiddler.

“At first we were thinking, ‘Yeah, let’s do straight-ahead jazz versions,’” says Miller.

“But then I started thinking a little more: ‘Why don’t we do something a little different?’ They’re going to be jazz interpretations, but they’re going to be instrumental interpretations of the tunes.”

The ensemble has created a program that incorporates elements of jazz, Eastern European music, and Middle Eastern melodies and rhythms to create a Fiddler unlike any production you’ve ever heard.

“With my background in percussion, I have a lot of influence in my music from West Africa and the Middle East,” Miller explains. “I wanted to apply those elements to this performance to make it more interesting.”

Before heading out and purchasing his own Fiddler songbook, Miller, on a hunch, dialed his father to see if he had a copy of the beloved sheet music. Sure enough, his dad had an edition from the late 1970s, and Miller poured over it to see what could be kept and what could be embellished.

“I looked at those, and I pretty much

Benjamin Warsaw joins the Fiddler ensemble on piano.

The ensemble has created a program that incorporates elements of jazz, Eastern European music, and Middle Eastern melodies and rhythms to create a Fiddler unlike any you’ve ever heard. took the melodies,” he says. “We’re playing the melodies pretty much verbatim. For instance, one of the most popular songs is ‘If I Were a Rich Man.’ I took that piece and we’re going to be playing the melody so people recognize it. The whole point is for people to recognize the tunes. But I

wrote an intro to the song that’s going to be a little different and have a Middle Eastern vibe to it, just sort of introducing the melody, if you will.”

In addition to nine songs from Fiddler on the Roof, attendees will get to hear a selection of traditional Hebrew songs as a part

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Amy Drew performs on clarinet.

Violinist Laura Savage contributes her talents to an afternoon of music.

Percussionist Ira Miller keeps the beat.

attendees to hold back their enthusiasm— join in the fun!

“We’re playing in a sanctuary, but don’t be shy about getting up and dancing!” he laughs. CS

CONGREGATION MICKVE ISRAEL PRESENTS: A JAZZY FIDDLER ON THE ROOF

Where: Congregation Mickve Israel When: Sunday, February 12, 3 p.m.

Tickets: $15 in advance (call 912.233.1547),

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of the program.

Hearing a new spin on classic songs is exciting enough, but Sunday’s performance is all the more special thanks to the folks involved. Armstrong State University Assistant Professor Benjamin Warsaw will play piano, while Amy Drew of Ms. Amy’s School of Music joins in on clarinet. Listen for Laura Savage on violin, Marc Chesanow on bass, and Miller keeping the beat on percussion.

While many of the performers have worked with one another in different elements and various combinations, Fiddler is the first time they have all performed together as an ensemble.

“We had our first rehearsal, a two-hour rehearsal,” Miller says, “and at the end, everyone had a smile on their face. I think everyone’s pretty excited to be performing this stuff.”

Miller knows that the timeless musical has a huge fan base, and he doesn’t want

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EDGAR LOUDERMILK BAND

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ATLAS ROAD CREW, CUSTARD PIE @BARRELHOUSE SOUTH

Catch one of South Carolina’s rapidly rising rock bands this weekend.

With the release of 2015’s Halfway to Hopkins, produced by Grammy-winning producer Rick Beato (Corey Smith, Needtobreathe, Shinedown), Atlas Road Crew’s Southern-tinged pop-rock is sweeping the nation.

Boasting memorable, anthemic choruses and vintage touches that recall the greats of American rock ‘n’ roll, Taylor Nicholson (vocals, guitar), Dave Beddingfield (lead guitar), Bryce James (piano, vocals), Max Becker (bass), and Patrick Drohan (drums, vocals), the University of South Carolina graduates spin soulful, hooky tunes that are made for road trips.

Valdosta’s Custard Pie will bring their Cosmic Gypsy Jam sound back to the Barrelhouse stage.

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EDGAR LOUDERMILK BAND @RANDY’S PICKIN’ PARLOR

Edgar Loudermilk was only nine years old when he became the bass player in his family’s band. A devourer of bluegrass from the very start, the performer learned to play while jamming along to Bluegrass Album Band Volume 1, an iconic record. Loudermilk jammed with his family’s band until he was 20, flying the nest to join the band Carolina Crossfire.

In 2001, Loudermilk began performing with bluegrass star Rhonda Vincent; his success in that role led to an offer to play bass and sing tenor in the newly formed group Full Circle. Loudermilk would go on to back up Marty Raybon for almost five years and also play in IIIrd Time Out. The accomplished bassist, performer, and singer-songwriter performs his solo material as Edgar Loudermilk Band alongside Jeff Autry (guitar), Glen Crain (dobro), and Zach Autry (mandolin). The band released an album, Georgia Maple, in 2016.

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Get in the spirit of the season with two of Savannah’s finest players and a program of romantic music.

Kim Michael Polote’s entrancing voice will dazzle audiences while David Duckworth accompanies her on piano. Polote, dubbed “Savannah’s Own Fabulous Vocalist,” is a Savanah native and recipient of the American Traditions Competition Gold Metal, placing her in the upper echelon of national vocal talent.

Accompanist Duckworth began his formal training when he was just five years old.

He’s performed with Pittsburgh’s internationally-acclaimed Boilermakers, a New Orleans-style jazz band. Duckworth has released ten albums of his own arrangements.

The duo’s sparkling skills and vivacious stage personas are the perfect formula for a memorable pre-Valentine date night.

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Charlotte Berg’s musical career has taken her all around the world. While living in Melbourne, Australia, the singer-songwriter showcased her earliest work in local pubs and bars, gaining the attention of locals.

Her emotionally-wrought, clear vocals coast over acoustic guitar, drums, and piano (Berg’s classically trained), shaping Americana, folk, jazz, and pop influences into her own sound.

Berg followed her big music dreams to Nashville in 2014, where she wrote and recorded her first official album, It’s the Damsel Who Decides. Roots music authority No Depression called the effort “a pristine recording without being synthetic or homogenized,” likening Berg to the legendary Judy Collins. Whether you’re craving something sweet like “You and I Won’t Fade” or your Valentine’s is feeling a little more like “Loneliness Don’t Get Easier,” Berg is sure to bring some warmth to your V-Day. Savannah’s Britt Scott joins the bill.

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The Wormhole The Metal Destruction Tour, 8 p.m., LCO Fridays Midnight Party feat. Live Produce, 11:30 p.m.

LIVE MUSIC

Barrelhouse South Ripe, 10 p.m.

Bay Street Blues Hitman Blues Band, 9 p.m.

Bayou Cafe Thomas Claxton, 9 p.m.

Boomy’s Eric Culberson Band, 10 p.m.

Casimir’s Lounge Cory Chambers, 7 p.m.

CO/Savannah Cocktail Company VuDu Cocktail Acoustic Open Mic Night, 7 p.m. coffee deli Acoustic Jam, 7 p.m.

El-Rocko Lounge Happy Hour w/ Anders Thomsen, 6 p.m.

Five Oaks Taproom Eric Britt, 8 p.m.

Jazz’d Tapas Bar CC Witt, 7:30 p.m.

Rachael’s 1190 Jeremy Riddle, 10 p.m.

The Sandbar Open Mic, 9 p.m.

SEED Eco Lounge Latin Music Night, 9 p.m.

Tree House Wobble Wednesday Vic’s on The River Jimmy Frushon The Warehouse Jubal Kane, 8 p.m.

White Rabbit Wobble Wednesdays w/ CLVLND Wild Wing Cafe Brandon Reeves, 5 p.m.

The Wormhole Open Mic, 9 p.m.

TRIVIA & GAMES

The Chromatic Dragon Geeky Trivia Night, 8 p.m.

Dub’s Pub Trivia, 7:30 p.m.

The Jinx Rock n Roll Bingo, 10 p.m.

Rachael’s 1190 Team Trivia, 8:45 p.m.

Tailgate Sports Bar and Grill Trivia, 9:30 p.m.

Tubby’s Tank House (Thunderbolt) Tubby’s Trivia, 7 p.m.

World of Beer Trivia, 7 p.m.

KARAOKE

Club One Karaoke, 9:30 p.m.

Hercules Bar & Grill Karaoke, 9 p.m.

Little Lucky’s Karaoke McDonough’s Karaoke, 9 p.m.

Mediterranean Tavern Karaoke hosted

by K-Rawk, 8 p.m.

Wet Willie’s Karaoke, 9 p.m.

COMEDY

Totally Awesome Bar Weird Wednesdays Open Mic Comedy, 9 p.m.

DJ

Little Lucky’s DJ Mixx Masta Matao SEED Eco Lounge DJ Cesar, 10 p.m.

THURSDAY 2. 9 LIVE MUSIC

Barrelhouse South Cloud9 Vibes, The Ellameno Beat, 10 p.m.

Basil’s Pizza and Deli Josh Johansson, 6:30 p.m.

Bay Street Blues Hitman Blues Band, 9 p.m.

Bayou Cafe Eric Culberson Band, 9 p.m.

Billy’s Place at McDonough’s Nancy Witt (piano and vocals), 6 p.m.

Casimir’s Lounge Eric Britt, 7 p.m.

The Jinx Songwriters’ Round: Mike Wheeler, Brandon Nelson McCoy, Cory Chambers, 10 p.m.

Lizzy’s Tequila Bar and Grill Ray Tomasino, 7 p.m.

Lucas Theatre for the Arts Savannah Sings 2017, 7 p.m.

The Sentient Bean Open Mic Comedy Night, 8 p.m.

TRIVIA & GAMES

Coach’s Corner Trivia, Movies & Music Trivia, 8 p.m.

KARAOKE

Waterloo Revival @SADDLE BAGS

Saddle Bags is throwing a Valentine’s Day pre-party and they’ve invited country duo Waterloo Revival to get everyone in the spirit.

Cody Cooper and bandmate George Birge met in middle school and began writing songs together in seventh grade. In 2012, the songwriting team decided to commit full-time to their music.

Now, the Austin-based band is signed to Toby Keith’s record label, touring, and gathering new fans.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 8 P.M., $5, 21+ Tailgate Sports Bar and Grill Open Mic, 9 p.m.

Tubby’s Tank House (Thunderbolt) Tubby’s Oyster Jam: Ben Keiser Band, 6 p.m.

Vic’s on The River Jimmy Frushon The Warehouse Jon Lee’s Apparitions, 8 p.m.

Wild Wing Cafe Bucky & Barry, 5 p.m.

Wild Wing Cafe (Pooler) Acoustic Thursday, 6 p.m.

The Wormhole Open Mic, 6 p.m.

TRIVIA & GAMES

The Britannia British Pub Trivia, 7:30 p.m.

McDonough’s Trivia, 7:30 p.m.

Mediterranean Tavern Butt Naked Trivia with Kowboi, 7 p.m.

Melody’s Coastal Cafe and Sandbar Cantina Trivia Pour Larry’s Explicit Trivia, 10 p.m.

Totally Awesome Bar 80s and 90s Trivia, 8 p.m.

Tybee Island Social Club Trivia, 7:30 p.m.

KARAOKE

Applebee’s Karaoke, 9 p.m.

Blueberry Hill Trivia and Karaoke, 7 p.m.

The Chromatic Dragon Karaoke Night, 9 p.m.

Club One Karaoke, 9:30 p.m.

Doodles Karaoke, 9 p.m.

Flashback Karaoke, 8 p.m.

Jukebox Bar & Grill Karaoke & Throwback Jams, 8 p.m.

Little Lucky’s Karaoke McDonough’s Karaoke, 9 p.m.

Mediterranean Tavern Karaoke, 8 p.m.

Rachael’s 1190 Karaoke, 9:30 p.m.

Rusty Rudders Tap House Karaoke Savannah’s Music City Bar and Grill Karaoke, 8 p.m.

World of Beer Karaoke, 9 p.m.

DJ

Congress Street Social Club DJ Blackout, 10 p.m.

The Jinx Live DJ, 10 p.m.

Little Lucky’s DJ Mixx Masta Matao Mediterranean Tavern DJ Kirby

Rusty Rudders Tap House DJ Tap SEED Eco Lounge DJ Cesar, 10 p.m.

Totally Awesome Bar DJ Basik Lee, 10 p.m.

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Carnival Bar Theatre Downtown Delilahs w/ Love Bites Cabaret, 10 p.m.

Club One Drag Show, 10:30 p.m.

SEED Eco Lounge Daas Underground Thursdays, 10 p.m.

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Barrelhouse South Roshambeaux, Wood and Steel, 10 p.m.

Basil’s Pizza and Deli Jason Courtenay, 7 p.m.

Bayou Cafe David Harbuck, High Velocity, 8 p.m.

Billy’s Place at McDonough’s Nancy Witt (piano and vocals), 6 p.m.

Casimir’s Lounge Tony Brown, 9 p.m.

Congress Street Social Club Listen 2 Three, 10 p.m.

Fiore Italian Bar and Grill Anne Allman, 6:30 p.m.

Flashback Liquid Ginger, 9 p.m.

Jazz’d Tapas Bar Lyn Avenue, 9 p.m.

The Jinx CUSSES, Hank & Cupcakes, 10 p.m.

Jukebox Bar & Grill Southpaw, 9 p.m.

Lizzy’s Tequila Bar and Grill Georgia Kyle, 7 p.m.

Mars Theatre Mandy Barnett, 8 p.m.

Rachael’s 1190 Superbob Rancho Alegre Cuban Restaurant Jody Espina Trio, 6:30 p.m.

Ruth’s Chris Steak House David Duckworth, 8 p.m.

Savannah’s Music City Bar and Grill Benefit Jam Night Tijuana Flats Gary Strickland Tubby’s Tank House (Thunderbolt) Hitman Blues Band, 6 p.m.

Vic’s on The River Diana Rogers The Warehouse Downtown Sheiks, 8 p.m.

Wild Wing Cafe Barry Johnson, Bill Hodgson, La Bodega, 5 p.m.

Wild Wing Cafe (Pooler) 8 Mile Bend,

Bay Street Blues Karaoke, 8 p.m.

Blueberry Hill Karaoke, 7 p.m.

The Islander Karaoke, 10 p.m.

Little Lucky’s Karaoke McDonough’s Karaoke, 9 p.m.

Rachael’s 1190 Karaoke, 9:30 p.m.

Sunny’s Lounge Karaoke, 9 p.m.

Tailgate Sports Bar and Grill Karaoke/ DJ, 10:30 p.m.

DJ

Club 309 West DJ Zay Doubles Nightclub DJ Sam Diamond, 8 p.m.

El-Rocko Lounge DJ D-Frost Hercules Bar & Grill DJ Little Lucky’s DJ Sweet Treat Melissa Rusty Rudders Tap House DJ Tap SEED Eco Lounge DJ C-Rok, 10 p.m.

Tree House DJ Phive Star

BAR & CLUB EVENTS

Abe’s on Lincoln DJ Doc Ock, 9 p.m.

Bayou Cafe Tied and Tasseled Fetish Cabaret, 9 & 11:15 p.m.

Carnival Bar Theatre Downtown Delilahs w/ Love Bites Cabaret, 10 p.m.

Club One Drag Show

SATURDAY 2.11 LIVE MUSIC

17 Hundred 90 Restaurant Gail Thurmond, 6:30 p.m.

Barrelhouse South Atlas Road Crew, 10 p.m.

Basil’s Pizza and Deli Ben Keiser Duo, 7:30 p.m.

Bayou Cafe David Harbuck, Jerry Zambito and the Bayou Blues Band, 9 p.m.

Billy’s Place at McDonough’s Nancy Witt (piano and vocals), 6 p.m.

Casimir’s Lounge Main Street Trio, 9 p.m.

Congress Street Social Club The Norm, 10 p.m.

Downtown Savannah Savannah Songs, 11 a.m.

Flashback Guns 4 Hire, 9 p.m.

The Grey Stopover in the Yard w/ Clouds & Satellites, 11:30 a.m.

Jazz’d Tapas Bar The MS3, 9 p.m.

The Jinx Cassie, Elle, Valore, Allen Thomas, Whoaa, 10 p.m.

Lizzy’s Tequila Bar and Grill Ben Keiser, 7 p.m.

The Olde Pink House David Duckworth & Alisha Duckworth Rancho Alegre Cuban Restaurant Jody Espina Trio, 6:30 p.m.

Randy Wood Guitars Edgar Loudermilk Band ft. Jeff Autry, 8 p.m.

Rocks on the Roof @Sundown, 8 p.m.

Saddle Bags Pre-Valentine’s Party with Waterloo Revival, 8 p.m.

Savannah’s Music City Bar and Grill Slick Nickel Space Station @Starlandia Supply

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COEDS 3-Year Anniversary Party with DieAlps! and The Hypnotics, 7 p.m.

Tubby’s Tank House (Thunderbolt) Keith & Ross, 6 p.m.

Unitarian Universalist Church of Savannah Valen-tunes with David Duckworth and Kim Michael Polote, 4 p.m.

Vic’s on The River Diana Rogers The Warehouse Hitman, Luke Lander, 2 p.m.

Wild Wing Cafe Jason Courtenay Duo, Brandon Reeves, Bill Hodgson, Cover Story, 1 p.m.

Wild Wing Cafe (Pooler) Josh Johansson, 9:30 p.m.

The Wormhole The Metal Destruction Tour, 8 p.m.

KARAOKE

Applebee’s Karaoke, 10 p.m.

Bay Street Blues Karaoke, 8 p.m.

Doodles Karaoke, 9 p.m.

The Islander Karaoke, 10 p.m.

Jukebox Bar & Grill Karaoke & Throwback Jams, 8 p.m.

Little Lucky’s Karaoke McDonough’s Karaoke, 9 p.m.

Melody’s Coastal Cafe and Sandbar Cantina Karaoke, 8 p.m.

Rachael’s 1190 Karaoke, 9:30 p.m.

DJ

Doubles Nightclub DJ Sam Diamond, 8 p.m.

El-Rocko Lounge DJ Precisa Little Lucky’s DJ Sweet Treat Melissa Rusty Rudders Tap House DJ Tap SEED Eco Lounge DJ Pieces, 10 p.m.

Tree House DJ Phive Star

BAR & CLUB EVENTS

Boomy’s Cupid is Stupid Bar Crawl, 4 p.m.

Carnival Bar Theatre Downtown Delilahs w/ Love Bites Cabaret, 9 & 11 p.m.

Club One Drag Show, 10:30 p.m.

SUNDAY 2.12

Temple Mickve Israel A Jazzy Fiddler on the Roof, 3 p.m.

Vic’s on The River Jimmy Frushon The Warehouse Rachael Shaner, 7 p.m.

Wild Wing Cafe Bucky & Barry, @Sundown, 1 p.m.

TRIVIA & GAMES

Tailgate Sports Bar and Grill Trivia, 9:30 p.m.

KARAOKE

Club One Karaoke, 9:30 p.m.

McDonough’s Karaoke, 9 p.m.

Tailgate Sports Bar and Grill Karaoke/DJ, 10:30 p.m.

DJ

Boomy’s DJ Basik Lee, 10 p.m.

MONDAY 2.13 LIVE MUSIC

Abe’s on Lincoln Open Mic with Craig Tanner and Mr. Williams, 9 p.m.

Bayou Cafe David Harbuck, 9 p.m.

Cohen’s Retreat Monday Munchies and Music, 5:30 p.m.

Vic’s on The River Jimmy Frushon The Wormhole Open Mic, 8 p.m.

TRIVIA & GAMES

Blowin’ Smoke Southern Cantina Team Trivia, 7:30 p.m.

The Britannia British Pub Bingo, 8 p.m.

McDonough’s Trivia, 7:30 p.m.

Molly MacPherson’s Scottish Pub (Pooler) Bingo

KARAOKE

Boomy’s Karaoke, 10 p.m.

Club One Karaoke, 9:30 p.m.

Little Lucky’s Karaoke McDonough’s Karaoke, 9 p.m.

Wet Willie’s Karaoke, 9 p.m.

17 Hundred 90 Restaurant Gail Thurmond, 6:30 p.m.

Bayou Cafe Don Coyer, 9 p.m.

Congress Street Social Club Voodoo Soup, 10:30 p.m.

Flashback Open Jam, 5 p.m.

Jazz’d Tapas Bar Ray Lundy, 7 p.m.

Lizzy’s Tequila Bar and Grill Luke Lander, 7 p.m.

The Olde Pink House Eddie Wilson

LIVE MUSIC

Bay Street Blues Ben Keiser Band, 9 p.m.

Bayou Cafe Jam Night with Eric Culberson, 9 p.m.

Casimir’s Lounge Daniel Marshall, 7 p.m.

Fiore Italian Bar and Grill Annie Allman, 6 p.m.

Foxy Loxy Cafe Charlotte Berg and Britt Scott, 7 p.m.

Jazz’d Tapas Bar Georgia Kyle, 7 p.m.

Jewish Educational Alliance Future of Jazz Concert, 7 p.m.

The Jinx Hip-Hop Night, 11 p.m.

Lizzy’s Tequila Bar and Grill Levi Moore, 7 p.m.

Molly MacPherson’s Scottish Pub Open Mic, 9 p.m.

Molly MacPherson’s Scottish Pub (Pooler) Open Mic The Sentient Bean Tongue: Open Mouth and Music Show hosted by Melanie Goldey, 8 p.m.

Vic’s on The River Jimmy Frushon The Warehouse Hitman Blues Band, 8 p.m.

Wild Wing Cafe Chuck Courtenay, 5 p.m.

TRIVIA & GAMES

Basil’s Pizza and Deli Trivia, 7 p.m.

Coach’s Corner Trivia, 8 p.m.

CoCo’s Sunset Grille Trivia, 7 p.m.

Congress Street Social Club Trivia, 10 p.m.

Fia Rua Irish Pub Trivia, 7:30-10 p.m.

Mediterranean Tavern Battle of The Sexes Game, 9 p.m.

Mellow Mushroom Trivia, 7:30 p.m.

Savannah Taphouse Trivia, 7 p.m.

Wild Wing Cafe (Pooler) Trivia, 9 p.m.

The Wormhole Trivia, 10:30 p.m.

KARAOKE

COMEDY

LIVE MUSIC

TUESDAY 2.14

Molly MacPherson’s Scottish Pub Molly Mondays, 10:30 p.m.

DJ

The Jinx DJ Lucky Bastard, 10 p.m.

Little Lucky’s DJ Mixx Masta Matao SEED Eco Lounge DJ Pieces, 10 p.m.

Blueberry Hill Karaoke, 7 p.m.

Club One Karaoke, 9:30 p.m.

Little Lucky’s Karaoke McDonough’s Karaoke, 9 p.m.

The Rail Pub Karaoke, 9 p.m.

Wet Willie’s Karaoke, 9 p.m.

COMEDY

Chuck’s Bar Comedy Open Mic, 9:30 p.m.

DJ

Little Lucky’s DJ Mixx Masta Matao SEED Eco Lounge DJ C-Rok, 10 p.m.

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17 Hundred 90 Restaurant 307 E. President St.

Applebee’s 1492 E. Oglethorpe Hwy. Hinesville

Bay Street Blues 17 E. Bay St.

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Abe’s on Lincoln 17 Lincoln St.

Barrelhouse South 125 W. Congress St.

Bayou Cafe 14 N. Abercorn St.

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Basil’s Pizza and Deli 216 Johnny Mercer Blvd.

Billy’s Place at McDonough’s 20 E. Perry St.

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Blowin’ Smoke Southern Cantina 1611 Habersham St. blowinsmokesavannah.com

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Blueberry Hill 546 Dean Forest Rd. Boomy’s 409 W. Congress St.

CoCo’s Sunset Grille 1 Old U.S. Hwy. 80 Tybee Island

The Britannia British Pub 140 Johnny Mercer Blvd.

Carnival Bar Theatre 306 West Factors Walk Casimir’s Lounge 700 Drayton St.

coffee deli 4517 Habersham St.

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Club One 1 Jefferson St.

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Coach’s Corner 3016 E. Victory Dr. Savannah-Eastside 912-352-2933 coachs.net

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Cohen’s Retreat 5715 Skidaway Rd. Savannah-Midtown Congress Street Social Club 411 W. Congress St. congressstreetsocialclub.com

Doodles 586 S. Columbia Ave. Rincon 912-295-2536

Doubles Nightclub 7100 Abercorn St. Dub’s Pub 225 W. River St. dubspubriverstreet.com

El-Rocko Lounge 117 Whitaker St. Fia Rua Irish Pub 10132 Ford Ave. Richmond Hill 912-459-4160 fiaruairishpub.com

Fiore Italian Bar and Grill 7360 Skidaway Rd. Isle of Hope 912-349-2609 fioreitalianbarandgrill.com

Five Oaks Taproom 201 W. Bay St. 912-236-4440 fiveoakstaproom.com

Flashback 10010-B Ford Ave. Richmond Hill 912-428-1643

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The Islander 301 Johnny Mercer Blvd.

Wilmington Island 912-897-6137

Jazz’d Tapas Bar 52 Barnard St.

912-236-7777 www.jazzdsavannah.com

Jewish Educational Alliance 5111 Abercorn St. 912-355-8111 www.savannahjea.org

The Jinx 127 W. Congress St. 912-236-2281

Jukebox Bar & Grill 3741 US Hwy 17 Ste 500 Richmond Hill 912-756-6997

Little Lucky’s 6 Gateway Blvd. E. 912-925-1119

Lizzy’s Tequila Bar and Grill 417 East River St. 912-341-8897

Lucas Theatre 32 Abercorn St.

912-525-5040 www.lucastheatre.com

912-239-0095 treehousesavannah.com

Tubby’s Tank House (Thunderbolt) 2909 River Dr. Thunderbolt

Rusty Rudders Tap House 303 W. River St.

Mediterranean Tavern 125 Foxfield Way Pooler

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Melody’s Coastal Cafe and Sandbar Cantina 2518 Hwy 17 Richmond Hill

Tree House 309 W. St. Julian St.

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The Grey 109 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.

Sandfly Hercules Bar & Grill 2500 Dean Forest Rd.

912-495-5945

Rocks on the Roof 102 W. Bay St.

McDonough’s 21 E. McDonough St.

Mellow Mushroom 11 W. Liberty St.

Totally Awesome Bar 107 B Whitaker St.

912-748-1930 www.randywoodguitars.com

912-754-1118 www.marstheatre.com

Foxy Loxy Cafe 1919 Bull St. 912-401-0543 foxyloxycafe.com

Randy Wood Guitars 1304 East Hwy. 80

912-354-9040 www.liveoakstore.com/ tubbysthunderbolt

Ruth’s Chris Steak House 111 W. Bay St.

912-495-0705 mellowmushroom.com

Tybee Island Social Club 1311 Butler Ave. Tybee Island

912-721-4800 ruthschris.com

Saddle Bags 317 West River St.

912-472-4044 tybeeislandsocialclub.com

The Sandbar 1512 Butler Ave. Tybee Island

912-234-0980 www.uusavannah.org

Unitarian Universalist Church of Savannah 307A E. Harris St.

912-349-5275 saddlebagssavannah.com/

912-459-6357 melscoastalcafe.com

Molly MacPherson’s Scottish Pub 311 W. Congress St.

Vic’s on The River 26 E. Bay St.

912-786-8304

Savannah Taphouse 125 E. Broughton St.

912-239-9600 macphersonspub.com

912-721-1000 vicsontheriver.com

912-201-8277 savannahtaphouse.com

Molly MacPherson’s Scottish Pub (Pooler) 110 Towne Center Dr. Pooler

The Warehouse 18 E. River St.

Savannah’s Music City Bar and Grill 65 Fairmont Ave. Savannah-Southside SEED Eco Lounge 39 Montgomery St.

912-348-3200 macphersonspub.com

The Olde Pink House 23 Abercorn St.

912-234-6003 thewarehousebarandgrille.com

Wet Willie’s 101 E. River St. 912-233-5650 wetwillies.com

912-349-5100

912-232-4286 www.plantersinnsavannah.com

White Rabbit 307 W. River Street Wild Wing Cafe 27 Barnard St.

The Sentient Bean 13 E. Park Ave.

Pour Larry’s 206 W. St. Julian St.

912-232-4447 sentientbean.com

912-232-5778

912-790-9464 wildwingcafe.com

Sunny’s Lounge 5630 Ogeechee Rd.

Rachael’s 1190 1190 King George Blvd.

Savannah-Southside

912-234-6628

Tailgate Sports Bar and Grill 11215 Abercorn St.

912-920-7772 rachaels1190.com

The Rail Pub 405 W. Congress St.

912-921-2269

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912-292-1656 ranchoalegrecuban.com

912-208-3700 wildwingcafe.com

Temple Mickve Israel 20 E. Gordon St.

World of Beer 112 W. Broughton St.

Tijuana Flats 1800 E. Victory Dr.

The Wormhole 2307 Bull St.

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Rancho Alegre Cuban Restaurant 402 MLK Jr. Blvd.

Wild Wing Cafe (Pooler) 417 Pooler Pkwy.

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CULTURE MUSE ARTS

FEB 8-14, 2017

SITTING in the waning afternoon sunlight outside the metal door of 703D Louisville Road, JinHi Soucy Rand has no regrets.

The founder and director of Muse Arts Warehouse has wrapped the last of more than 2000 plays, performances, film screenings, activities and events in the middle suite of the brick Freight Building, its black box stage slated to give way to a student housing project, and Rand counts every one of them a victory.

“I’m not as sad as I could be, because I think we’ve been successful,” she says of the venerated venue that will host its final hurrah this Saturday, Feb. 11. “We accomplished our mission.”

That mission was honed seven years ago, when she and her husband, Mark, called a meeting for various creative folk to see if they could make a go of an accessible, affordable space for Savannah’s arts community. Both longtime veterans of Savannah’s bustling-but-broke community theater scene, the Rands had seen plenty of local companies struggle to produce plays while trying to make rent.

When the Little Theatre of Savannah lost its lease at 703D, they took up the mantle.

“I called everyone together and said, ‘I think we can keep this space, but it’s going to require that we share it,’” recalls JinHi. “And they agreed to trust me to manage the chaos.”

The Rands knew better than to produce anything in-house, so filling the docket was up to the others. Past tensions were put aside, and the actors and directors agreed to save the drama for the stage.

“We’d been theater here long enough to remember the rival companies and all that,” confirms Mark. “It seemed like that mentality melted away here.”

The doors opened as Indigo Arts and soon morphed into Muse Arts Warehouse, welcoming not only the theater kids but the poets, the film buffs, the dancers, the activists and the prayerful.

As Collective Face Ensemble and Savannah Shakes brought contemporary and classic theater to audiences, CinemaSavannah and the Psychotronic Film Society screened weird and wonderful gems, the Odd Lot busted guts with their lightning fast improv, Agape

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David I. L. Poole, Artistic Director, The Collective Face Theatre Ensemble

Farewell to

Muse

Community arts nexus takes its last curtain call on Feb. 11 nnah.com

BY JESSICA LEIGH LEBOS |jll@connectsava

Empowerment Ministries preached their message of inclusivity, Abeni Cultural Arts soared with unforgettable performances like their annual Odyssey in Black Dance and the Spitfire Poetry Group continued Clinton Powell’s legacy of lyrical expression—sometimes all the same day.

“We would have a play happening, then a midnight Spitfire spoken word event, and a church group in the morning. There was an understanding with the casts of the plays that other people would be on their set, or we’d have to move it around because there was a film on Sunday,” describes JinHi. “There were a few moments over the years when schedules and egos were tested, but mostly everyone was cooperative and collaborative.”

Professional productions had sold out runs, and smaller ideas found an incubator to develop and refine themselves. Vinyl

PHOTO BY MEGAN JONES

Appreciation Night spun its first records at Muse, and the 24 Hour Play and 48 Hour Film Festival drew an ever-increasing following with each incarnation.

Tickets prices were priced so that productions could recoup their expenses and low enough to afford, a model that worked as long as expectations didn’t get any more highfalutin for the non-profit.

“People wanted to know how we were doing as a business. The space almost completely covered itself, but it was always more of a project,” says JinHi thoughtfully, adding with a laugh, “No one was making a living here.”

That didn’t stop Muse from donating any free time to community gatherings and fundraisers like StattsFest in 2013.

More recently in 2015, dozens of local artists came together to auction off fabulously decorated lawn ornaments at Flamingo

Fest to help cover JinHi’s mounting medical expenses.

The muse of Muse has been generously and unflinchingly honest about her terminal cancer diagnosis, and her uncommon strength and alacrity was especially challenged over the last year. Yet she has fulfilled roles onstage and off all along, continuing to invigorate Savannah’s performing arts scene. (She’s co-directing Bay St. Theatre’s production of “The Vagina Monologues” later this month.)

While health had nothing to do with the landlords’ decision to sell the building, Muse’s closure brings a relief from the responsibilities.

“We’re looking forward to spending some time at home,” says Mark. “It’s been awhile.”

Saturday’s event won’t be a formal performance, just chilling and milling with the many characters who have been touched by Muse Arts. For posterity, a group photo will be taken at 8pm.

The ancients muses might have a reputation for being fickle, but the Rands maintain full faith that Savannah’s indefatigable artists can and will manifest another collective space. As the stars align, they remind that the launch pad may be gone, but the rockets remain in full orbit.

“We’re all still here, we’re all still producing,” reminds JinHi. “I hope people will continue to support the companies they knew here and follow them to their new spots around the city.”

She also enjoins to keep Muse Art’s spirit of experimentation, enthusiasm and self-reliance strong in this era of budget cuts and corporate art.

“As an American, I believe the ownership of culture and arts belongs to us,” she says with one of her definitive nods.

“We are a self-governing people, that’s part of the freedom and the ideal of our country. It’s our civic responsibility to support the arts.”

As long as we feed the muse with that commitment, she promises, the show will always go on.

We at Connect Savannah vow to be there.

In the meantime, we asked some of Muse family to share their memories of and gratitude.

WHO would have known that this brick, wood, and metal façade would become the haven for our collective ensemble, a place of magic making, a place of enchantment, a place of great storytelling. Over the past seven years the Collective Face Theatre Ensemble has performed over 22 full productions and one staged reading on the solid floors of 703D Louisville Rd. A place we graciously called home.

Each of our performances at Muse holds special personal meaning to me. I look at the relationships, community building, and artistic initiations that this place has brought to life and think of how wonderful this building will live on in our memories.But a building is just a building.

What made this Muse soar was the vision and drive of JinHi Soucy Rand and Mark Rand. Without these two Willy Wonkas, this factory of wonders would not have been. They took a chance on us when we first approached Muse to see if it could be a platform for the crazy, sometimes zany world of theatre that we created. This risk allowed us to have affordable performance space where we could grow and flourish.

Even though we will mourn the loss, this isn’t the end of the Collective Face Theatre Ensemble—it’s only the beginning. Having had this home nest gave us the chance to grow and be stable enough to continue with our productions. We have embarked on a search for our own home, where we can build, rehearse and tell stories for years to come. This search continues.

In the meantime, we will finish out this season at Savannah State University’s Kennedy Fine Arts Theatre in partnership with Players By The Sea. I can’t wait to see everyone at Kennedy Theatre for our next productions (“9 to 5: The Musical” and “Cat on a Hot Tin Roof”) and promise we will continue with the same quality that we have become known for. Stay tuned to where we land as we leap from the nest and soar with the wings of the Muse.

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Bill DeYoung, Collective Face actor and former Connect Arts & Entertainment Editor

Jim Reed, film journalist and founder, Psychotronic Film Society

I WAS proud that Connect was so plugged in to Muse and the Rands’ open-door philosophy from Day One; that everything that everyone did there got attention in our paper. All of which is another part of the nurturing process, and so vital to an artistically-minded community.

Long before I ever performed in the space, in 2009 I wrote the very first story about JinHi Soucy Rand and her hopes for what she originally called Indigo Arts. At that point I had no idea that the funky little train depot/loading dock/whatever the hell it is would be my virtual—and beloved—home for the next five years.

When I think about Muse, the word “home” always comes to mind. Somebody from your extended family was always there, even if you were lost, blind or just foundering in your “regular” life. So it was kind of like being silly and play-acting in a really, really big living room.

I think that’s what JinHi and Mark intended from the beginning—to create a safe, comfortable, artistically nurturing environment for the ever-widening circle of artists, actors, musicians, dancers and crazies in Savannah. I had some of the best times of my life in that place, met many of the greatest friends I’ll ever have. From “Twelve Angry Men,” “Frost/Nixon” and “The Odd Couple” to the half-dozen Collective Face productions I was in, I’ve never laughed so hard, before or since. I even sang a few songs there over the years.

I DIDN’T really get to know JinHi until Muse was close to opening.She came to one of my Psychotronic Film Society screenings at the Sentient Bean and invited me to look at the space. Even in its unfinished state, the site was impressive, and held great potential. She was very sweet, kind, and encouraging, and wanted the venue to be as inclusive as possible.

Above and beyond providing an outlet for people in town who were already putting time and money into presenting cultural events, my impression was that Muse was designed to be an incubator - a catalyst for people who might never have thought of producing something for the public.

Once they invested in upgrading their projection system and screen, it immediately became very well-suited to some of the types of movies I wanted to bring to Savannah. Though the PFS home base has always been the Bean, some people simply aren’t into the DIY vibe we embrace there. They only want to see films in a theater – which I understand and respect. Muse was a darker and quieter setting. It was close enough to a traditional movie theater for those folks to enjoy themselves.

The Psychotronic Film Society will continue to host around 60 screenings a year at the Bean, and I’m currently in talks with some other interesting, independent venues about launching a couple new, site-specific film series. Look for an announcement on those developments very soon.

I’m sad Muse is closing, as it’s a great loss for Savannah. But I also see it as a tremendously successful experiment. Mark and JinHi were nothing but 1000 percent positive, supportive, helpful and generous with me since the start of our collaboration and friendship. For me at least, Muse was not the building and equipment. It was the people running it, who really believed in and appreciated this quirky little organization I’d started, and wanted to help it grow.

Elder Erika K. Hardnett, co-founder, Agape Empowerment Ministries

AGAPE Empowerment Ministries is a non-denominational, Christian church that is inclusive to all people. We are grassroots and rely solely on the membership and other generous supporters to cover operational costs. In 2011, after a very rough period, our membership had dwindled to a little over five people. We were in no financial position to rent a church space. I will never forget the day that we met with JinHi and she listened sympathetically to our plight. She and Mark were heaven-sent. She agreed to allow us to rent the Muse space at a price that was affordable to us.

What a blessing the space has been to us. Our congregation has since grown, over the years, we have used the Muse for more than just church. When we fought for Marriage Equality we used the space to hold a press conference. When Pulse Night Club experienced the worst mass shooting in recent American history, we used the Muse to hold an active shooter training for the community. We have held forums that opened dialogue between inclusive and non-inclusive church leaders.

The Muse has been a very accommodating venue for us, and we are eternally grateful.

Our church has been in search of a building , and we think we have found a spot only a mile and a half from the Muse. This is particularly good, since we distribute goods to the homeless tent camps downtown. We will not have to move too far from those people who have come to know and love and anticipate our arrival on the third Sunday of the month. We have been able to service the people of downtown Savannah, especially the homeless, with ease because of JinHi and Mark. Thank you guys for making ministry so convenient for us.

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THE MUSE was more than a place to perform. It was our home to create. JinHi and Mark literally gave us the keys, and on numerous occasions, entrusted us with their baby. And each time we made sure we protected it like our own. It was our own. When we moved “Visions” to the Muse in 2013, it literally took on a different feel and emotion.

We stretched our imaginations and thus, came up with the final product you all see.

Every show we did there, from our PAC Variety Show to “Black Nativity” to our 10th Anniversary Show and Kokumo Collective Dance Company concert, were all enhanced by being at Muse. The comfort we felt when we entered the doors will be missed. Looking at all the cool pictures and forgotten props will be missed.

But most of all, being able to call the Muse our second home will be missed. You cannot find another place that as welcoming and peaceful as the Muse.

Tomasz Warchol, founder, CinemaSavannah

MUSE was a gift you wished for but knew it could not be real. The day I stepped inside it some five years ago, I felt elated. It was a perfect fit for CinemaSavannah at a perfect time for the program, right after The Lucas Theatre and The Jepson Center priced us out. I felt an instant connection with JinHi and Mark, Muse’s gracious and gentle hosts, who put me on their busy schedule whenever they could, at least once or twice a month.

I am pretty sure it was the indefatigable Jim Reed, director of The Psychotronic Film Society and the man behind Savannah’s alternative film and music culture, who first brought me there. We shared the available dates and frequently cosponsored each other’s events or presented joint events.

CinemaSavannah had about 50 premieres there, mostly new releases that would have otherwise never come to the city. Typically, they were foreign and independent films, a mix of major international hits and domestic arthouse gems. For CinemaSavannah fans, that was the place to be, their favorite venue. It had a fabulous large screen, impressive audio system, and the best popcorn in town.

JinHi and Mark made me very welcome, but that’s how they made everyone feel.

Muse’s patronage was never about money. If a film cost more or a turnout was poor, JinHi would offer lower rental rates. If the film did well, I was glad to pay her more.

Money was secondary, just the necessary means to run our operations. I had very little to stress over: JinHi ran the box office, Mark set up the marquee and made the popcorn, and Jim Reed did the projection. I “hired” Jim whenever he was available because nobody in this town can match his amazing technical expertise and an ear for audio synchronization.

That obviously didn’t mean all went smoothly all the time. We had Blu-ray/DVDs that wouldn’t load, screeners without subtitles, even a film we could not show because I got in the middle of a disagreement over international distribution rights. JinHi, Mark, and Jim handled those situations with professional composure and a smile.

Thanks to Muse and its hosts, CinemaSavannah had its true home and a real relationship with art community. Thanks to Muse, CinemaSavannah could establish its name and reputation in the city and the area. Thanks to Muse, CinemaSavannah created a place and a time where film fans could come together to share their love of cinema, where they could watch it, talk about it, and then talk about it more.

Thank you Muse, thank you JinHi and Mark.

Know that, no matter what the future holds, what you have given me, my program, and my crowd, can never be replaced.

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Dandy Barrett, Actor and Managing Director, The Collective Face Theatre Ensemble

NOT LONG after JinHi Soucy Rand opened the Muse Arts Warehouse in 2010, a small band of actors and directors calling themselves The Collective Face presented a staged reading of the play F”rozen” in the newly upgraded space. They went on to produce four more plays during 2011 and 2012, and having gained strength due to the availability of Muse’s affordable performance space, The Collective Face Theatre Ensemble, a repertory theatre company, was formed.

Now in its fifth full season, TCFTE has garnered several Connect Savannah acting, directing and production “Best of” awards.

Muse Arts Warehouse allowed TCFTE to nurture nascent actors, to build the beginnings of a healthy subscriber base, and to continue to provide the high-caliber theatre productions that some have compared to Broadway. Without Muse, none of this would have been possible.

One a personal note, I have been able to hone and practice my acting craft, watching and working with some of the best actors I’ve encountered over a 30-year acting career—Maggie Lee Hart and Richie Cook come to mind—all the while under the tutelage of the uber-talented David I.L. Poole and, on occasion, the gifted Karla Knudsen.

For me, each production is a master class. And I’ve been afforded the opportunity to tackle roles long on my bucket list: Amanda Wingfield (“The Glass Menagerie”), Violet Venable (“Suddenly Last Summer”), Carrie Watts (“The Trip to Bountiful”) and Dr. Vivian Bearing (“W;t”).

In large measure because of Muse, TCFTE is strong enough to continue producing its stellar plays and now musicals. In cooperation with the Savannah State University student drama organization Players by the Sea, we shall finish our 2016-2017 season at SSU’s Kennedy Fine Arts Auditorium.

In the meantime, we are—dare I say frantically?—seeking affordable space so that we can continue to provide Savannah with quality, affordable theatre.

THE MUSE Arts Warehouse earned its name every day of the last seven years. It was a place of inspiration, art, music, theater, and love. The absolute strongest woman I have ever known, my sister JinHi Soucy Rand, has been a supporter of local arts organizations and individual artists for over 25 years here in Savannah. And when the space destined to become Muse Arts Warehouse needed someone to carry on the essential work of an arts venue, JinHi stepped in and brought her never ending passion for Savannah’s artists with her.

I can remember those first months of planning and reaching out and painting and knocking holes in walls like it was yesterday. Everyone knew that with JinHi at the helm and Mark Rand at her side, there was a home for all the hopeful creators and dreamers of Savannah.

I have had the extreme pleasure to witness the growth of the Savannah arts scene through the eyes of the Muse Arts Warehouse. The companies I helped found owe their very existence to the Muse, and thereby JinHi and Mark. Odd Lot was born in that building. Savannah Shakes was brought to life in that building. It will always be a part of us whatever we create next.

But a building is a building, JinHi is the true muse of that warehouse and all of Savannah. CS

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Christopher Soucy, Savannah Shakes actor and founder, Odd Lot Improv

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CULTURE THE ART•BEAT OF SAVANNAH

Exhibit celebrates Savannah’s other ‘Book’ 1939 potboiler ‘The Damned Don’t Cry’ celebrated in Location Gallery show

BY RACHAEL FLORA

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BEFORE John Berendt wrote about the scandalous side of Savannah, Harry Hervey told the story of the Old Fort Neighborhood in “The Damned Don’t Cry.” If you haven’t heard of the book, you’re not alone—the 1939 potboiler was largely shunned for years because of the uproar it caused.

“It’s a wacky little gem of a book,” laughs Peter Roberts, gallery director of Location Gallery. “It’s definitely Savannah.”

In conjunction with the Savannah Book Festival, Roberts has coordinated an exhibition based on the book, “Page Rippers,” that opens at Location Gallery this Friday.

“Page Rippers” has twenty local artists who literally ripped a page from the book and illustrated it. Roberts had been dreaming of the idea for a while and ran the idea by some friends, and those interested were invited to participate in the exhibition.

“What I like is that the actual page will be next to the piece, so we’re blurring out the words that aren’t connected to that piece, like dialogue, so the viewer will just read that passage and look at the art,” Roberts explains. “It becomes a longer engagement, a little bit more fun interaction.”

Every piece is 12”x16” and the collection runs the gamut from photography to Washi tape to a bit of sculpture.

“What I found really interesting was certain artists were like, ‘Wow, this really challenged me and I really love it,’” Roberts says. “They get outside of their own box. It becomes a little bit of a reveal for the artists, a side effect that I didn’t really think about.”

The artwork is being judged Thursday and Friday for how effective the image is in relation to the book.

“We have a good cross-section of people who have either been in publishing or part of the Book Festival or are curators or just Savannah natives, so it’s a good cross-section as far as a real quorum,” Roberts says.

“The Damned Don’t Cry” follows Zelda O’Brien, a young girl growing up in the Old Fort Neighborhood, the area of Savannah 34 near the Pirate’s House.

“Page Rippers” features art by Juliana Peloso (above) and Tiffany O’Brien (below).

PHOTO COURTESY OF PETER ROBERTS

During the 1930s, the area was essentially a ghetto of the Irish working class.

“Just like New Orleans, the Irish were brought in to do the brickwork and gruntwork, and then they collected themselves and built their own economic engine,” Roberts explains.

When Zelda falls in love with wealthy Dan Carter, she tries to hide her less-thanstellar upbringing, but fails.

“It’s the unsung Savannah book,” Roberts muses. “Everyone was like, ‘Oh, you’re not gonna do ‘Midnight?’ It’s overdone. I just always thought the book was such an interesting slice of Savannah that we don’t really see anymore.”

Besides the subject matter, the book’s language also makes it scandalous—Roberts warns that it’s definitely not PC. “Because he was a screenwriter, there’s parts of the book I’m like, ‘Okay, stop writing in this vernacular you think these people should sound like,’” Roberts muses.

The exhibition will be up through the end of the Savannah Book Festival, Feb. 19, and all the pieces will be available for purchase through a silent auction. CS

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WHAT IS YOUR AMERICA? — Sulfur Studios asked artists, “Just what is your America and where is your place within it?” Is your America a place for all? Feb. 8-19. Sulfur Studios, 2301 Bull St.

CONTINUING EXHIBITS ABRAHAM BROWN — Abraham Brown’s work is an assemblage of different media and subject matter. Through March 1. Gallery Espresso, 234 Bull St. ABSTRACT MEETS REAL — Come experience the diametrically opposed styles battling to achieve the message. Through March 5. Beach Institute, 502 E. Harris St. ALT-AI — Exhibition that explores artificial intelligence and machine learning through art. Telfair Academy of Arts and Sciences, 121 Barnard St. ARTCADE — Featured works include Londonbased Robin Baumgarten’s ingenious, internationally-exhibited “Line Wobbler,” an abstract dungeon crawler game played with a spring controller and a 15-foot-long LED strip.

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Jepson Center for the Arts, 207 West York St. FACE TO FACE: AMERICAN PORTRAITS FROM THE PERMANENT COLLECTION — Spanning the period from the American Revolution to World War II, the paintings in this exhibition demonstrate the broad range of American portraiture found in Telfair’s permanent collection. Telfair Academy of Arts and Sciences, 121 Barnard St. FAMOUS BLACKS IN WAX NATIONAL MUSEUM TRAVELING EXHIBIT — Part of the Savannah Black Heritage Festival. Free Beach Institute, 502 E. Harris St. LOW COUNTRY CALLINGS: GOIN’ WITH THE FLOW — This exhibition of large-format acrylics by Carol Lasell Miller comprises a narrative of Savannah’s maritime community in portraiture. Ships of The Sea Museum, 41 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd.

NANCY LEBEY SOLANA — Nancy Lebey Solana’s watercolors are in honor of her father, Clifford, who spent the last six weeks of his life in Hospice House. Hospice Savannah, 1352 Eisenhower Dr. NEW BEGINNING YOUTH EXHIBIT — Over 200 entries were received from eight middle schools and six high schools based on the 2017 Black Heritage Festival theme “Focusing on the Future: Acknowledging Echoes from the Past”. Artwork mediums include watercolor, acrylic, oil, mixed media, clay and fibers. Through Feb. 24. Cultural Arts Gallery, 9 W. Henry St.

NICK CAVE — This exhibition of Nick Cave’s work is the largest ever presented in Georgia, including work shown in the Southeast for the first time. Jepson Center 207 W York St. OBJECTIFIED: STILL LIFES FROM THE PERMANENT COLLECTION — Objectified considers the traditional genre of still life as represented in the works of Telfair Museums’ permanent collection. Telfair Academy of Arts and Sciences, 121 Barnard St. RE-EMBODIED: FROM INFORMATION TO SCULPTURE — Featuring Heather DeweyHagborg’s portrait sculptures based on DNA extracted from materials that people leave behind, like chewing gum or hair. Courtney Brown and Sharif Razzaque’s “RAWR! A Study in Sonic Skulls” builds upon scans of a hadrosaur to create a sculpture that allows participants to recreate sounds of an extinct creature. Jepson Center, 207 West York St. RECONSTRUCTING THE NARRATIVE: ILLUMINATING SAVANNAH’S CIVIL RIGHTS HISTORY — Using archival and historical photographs from the Jim Crow era and the Civil Rights Movement in Savannah preserved in the W. W. Law Collection, Trice Megginson rephotographed the original, depicted locations. The historical images are then physically pinned onto the contemporary views. Through July 31. Savannah City Hall, 2 East Bay Street.

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FOOD & DRINK A SLICE OF THYME

With food as with nations, diversity is a strength Flacos Tacos is just one of many off-the-beaten-path examples

BY JARED A. JACKSON

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WE ARE at a very vital junction within our society, and we face a complete overhaul of the way we look at the world around us. Specifically here in the United States we have grown accustomed to trusting the system and remaining asleep while detached from the inner workings of the system, which is where things get away from their initial intention.

Liberty, justice, and the opportunity for freedom is what made America such a great place to exist in and fight for. Which is why so many people, from all corners of

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the world, escaping religious persecution and societal oppression, believed in the American Dream; promising everyone a chance for a new life.

This bag of goods we’ve been sold is the only reason our cities have been supported in their growth and development, and also why our metropolitan streets drip with culture as we create these melting pots of diversity.

Food has always been a large vessel of opportunity for those who traveled here in search of a life of freedom, and alongside those recipes came a boat load of tradition.

Greed has murked the waters, even though we are drinking as if everything is as it should be.

Corporate consumerism doesn’t provide our communities with the juice we need to chase that American dream that we were

promised when we arrived. But born from the darkness of chain restaurants and fast food, has been this revival of “mom and pop” shops, whose veins are filled with tradition. Many of them opening here in Savannah and the surrounding area.

I get a lot of recommendations for places to check out, and recently I asked some people I know if there were some spots I needed to make sure I didn’t miss; and I definitely got a lot of material.

Personally, I love places that people don’t know about. It’s like have a super juicy secret that everyone around you has no clue about.

But, unfortunately, my job requires me to point you all in the right direction when you are looking for something to fill your bellies with; which explains my present conundrum. I shall push through this

selfish moment, and let go of the goods.

Let’s not all rush here at once though.

So, if you take a trip down to Pooler, not the new one filled with outlet malls, but the original old Pooler off Highway 80, you will run into some spots you might not find anywhere else.

Specifically, if you know what turns to take, you will run into a hole in the wall that you can smell before you pull into the parking lot; and I promise there is no exaggeration there.

Flacos Tacos is the real effing deal, I can’t stress that enough. Im salivating all over my keyboard as I think about these delicious soft pockets of intense flavor, but I’ll keep it together for the sake of my laptop.

I mean, a literal hole in the wall has literally the best tacos I’ve ever had in my

Carnitas, marinated pork, fried fish, grilled chicken, pulled pork, combined with the perfect accents, are what put this place over the top. PHOTOS BY MELISSA DELYNN

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Flacos Tacos is the real deal, I can’t stress that enough. Im salivating all over my keyboard as I think about these delicious soft pockets of intense flavor, but I’ll keep it together for the sake of my laptop. food had it not been for the families who came to America chasing that promise of freedom.

We are a great country because we are a melting pot of every country, not because we are separate. Let’s keep stirring that pot, people. CS Flaco Tacos is at 1117 S. Rogers St., Pooler www.flacostacosgeorgia.com

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life. Carnitas, marinated pork, fried fish, grilled chicken, pulled pork, combined with the perfect accents, are what put this place over the top.

Nothing fancy, it’s not complicated, and the simplicity in the flavor profiles are so incredibly delicious, it’s almost hard to understand. Everything is fresh and intentional, and is created to represent a culture and its traditions.

We need a reason to get out of our daily boxes filled to the top with normal. We need to try new things, experience new culture, and put ourselves in other people’s shoes.

Unfortunately, in order to experience those things, we might have to drive to Pooler or the surrounding areas, because Savannah as we know is all about trying to scrape a dollar.

Which is why all of the gold usually remains in the hands of a few in our city.

It’s not hopeless, but the more chefs I speak with, the more I hear about Pooler.

Our locals are desperate for this. We will drive to Pooler for lunch if need be. You can’t fake authenticity, and that is what we are hungry for. We are hungry for our identity.

As we support these restaurants and families, we are honestly sparking a chain reaction of positive reactions that influence our city’s growth. Tacos are definitely top five favorite foods in the states, and we would have never experienced this

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FOOD & DRINK COMMON CONNOISSEUR

The Naked Dog: How would you like that dressed?

Cart also offers authentic Italian ice

While couture hotdogs are not a novel concept for New York City or Chicago, places like The Naked Dog have helped Savannah keep up with the trend.

BY MARIA WHITEWAY

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IT SEEMS like every big city has local street vendors selling quick bites from a compact cart on wheels. While food trucks are all the rage, these nostalgic food stands, shaded by an umbrella, have been around for years.

In the past, those who pass by would order from a simple menu, offering basic food like cheeseburgers, pretzels and hotdogs. Ketchup, mustard and relish were the standard accompaniments.

Yet, now in this foodie driven society, classic hand-held items are just not cutting it. The burger is blinged out with foie gras, pizza is topped with quail eggs and tacos are stuffed with kimchi. Even more, the brave ballpark has stepped out of its com38 fort zone, dressed in chic toppings.

While Chicago dogs, slaw dogs, chilicheese dogs and kraut dogs remain constant on the menu, Hood conceives new flavors combinations regularly.

While couture hotdogs are not a novel concept for New York City or Chicago, places like The Naked Dog have helped Savannah keep up with the trend.

Owners Patsy and Jim Hood, Georgia natives, commandeered what is now The Naked Dog after its previous owner chose to leave the food industry. While they did not have any former experience in the gourmet hotdog realm, the Hoods were no strangers to food sales or seizing serendipitous opportunities.

The Hoods moved to Savannah, from

their hometown of Thomaston, in 2005 and opened a Repicci’s Italian Ice franchise in a quaint wooden shed next to the River Street Market Place at 502 E. River Street.

“We have one of the best Italian Ices on the market,” Hood acknowledges. Their award-winning Italian ice is Dominic Francesco Repicci’s grandfather’s secret recipe, brought over from Messina Italy.

Patsy Hood personally met Repicci through business connections. “He loved my work ethic and offered me a position within his company to help develop

franchise opportunities.”

Once they learned of this business venture, the Hoods jumped on board and moved to Savannah.

The couple set up their Italian ice kiosk in the Open Air Market on River Street where the water meets the road. The view of the Savannah River, with its striking bridge was a picture-perfect setting for visitors and locals to enjoy a frosty cup of creamy Repicci ice.

Then in March 2013, just in time for Saint Patrick’s Day, the Hoods took over their fellow vendor’s hotdog stand, branding it as The Naked Dog. “We looked for a creative name and liked the concept of a naked (hot) dog, with the tag line, ‘How would you like that dressed?’”

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The Naked Dog, on River Street, is housed in a traditional hotdog cart sandwiched between two wooden sheds that offer Repicci’s Italian Ice, drinks and snacks.

Patsy Hood and husband Jim Hood are owners of The Naked Dog and Repicci’s Italian Ice Savannah franchise on River Street.

once March hits. Tourists and town folk swing by their humble hotdog stand to grab a quick nibble, indulge in an affordable munch or snack while waiting on their restaurant reservation. Some days, like July 4th, they get so slammed that the Hoods employ a staff of about 15 people!

In the past, The Naked Dog has been closed for the months of January and February. This year the Hood’s chose to stay open, only closing for a short time at the end of January to build a new kitchen. The Naked Dog is now open for business as of February 1st. CS Naked Dog’s main location is 502 E. River St.

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made The Naked Dog a sensation among travelers and locals alike.

The Naked Dog is now housed in a traditional hotdog cart sandwiched between two wooden sheds that hold the Italian ice products, drinks and snacks. Any toppings for the dogs are prepared in their newly renovated commissary kitchen.

While Chicago dogs, slaw dogs, chilicheese dogs and kraut dogs remain constant on the menu, Hood conceives new flavors combinations regularly. Take Reuben Dog for example: this is an all beef hot dog piled-high with Sauerkraut, 1000 Island dressing, Swiss cheese and a mound of pastrami.

For those looking for a breakfast revamp, the Morning Glory Dog is garnished with a fried egg, bacon, buffalo sauce and melted cheese.

The assortment of hotdogs that I pigged out on included the Reuben, Kraut, Slaw, Chili and Cheese, Jalapeno and Chicago.

Don’t worry; I didn’t eat them all on my own.

I was impressed that the Hoods made all their toppings in-house, including the coleslaw and chili sauce. Each dog has its own distinct flavor combination, making it hard for me to choose my favorite!

Can’t make it to River Street? That’s okay, The Naked Dog and Repicci’s Italian Ice can be found at different locations on their food truck, at the Civic Center and at various community events.

For local festivals, Patsy seeks to concoct a specialty dog that is related to each event. For the Seafood Festival in May, she plans to introduce a themed hotdog, like a Loaded Potato Dog. For the Blues and BBQ Festival, we can expect a Southern Dog with pulled pork and, if we’re lucky, maybe even baked beans.

“We put our heads together and try to figure out what will go with each event.”

The Hood’s plan to have a busy crowd

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/// The bad news regarding Robert De Niro is that the actor has backed away from his 2016 claim that he’d like to punch Psychopath-in-Chief Donald Trump in the face — a shame, since a bout between Raging Bull and Raging Bullshit sounded like a guaranteed good time.

The good news, though, is that he’s also backed away from delivering grotesque performances in unwatchable atrocities – well, for one picture anyhow.

De Niro, whose 2016 vehicle Dirty Grandpa placed high on countless 10 Worst lists (mine included), has occasionally stirred from his paychecksnatching stupor to remind viewers that the talent within can still be stoked from time to time. It was on view in 2012’s Silver Linings Playbook, it was on tap in 2015’s The Intern, and it’s on display in The Comedian.

Directed by Taylor Hackford (Ray) and co-written by a quartet that includes producer Art Linson (The Untouchables) and veteran scribe Richard LaGravenese (The Fisher King), The Comedian is a ragged but often uproarious piece about Jackie Burke (De Niro), a struggling stand-up comic best known for his starring role on an inane sitcom from an earlier decade.

As his agent (Edie Falco) is kept busy trying to find anyone who will hire him, Jackie ends up befriending Harmony (Leslie Mann, typically excellent), a single woman dealing with her own set of issues.

A two-hour seriocomedy that could stand being trimmed by about 15 minutes, The Comedian benefits from the nice rapport between De Niro and Mann, the contributions of a knockout supporting cast (including Danny DeVito, De Niro’s Midnight Run co-star Charles Grodin, and, in a nice nod to their Scorsese collaborations, Harvey Keitel), and hardedged humor that isn’t afraid to go for the low blow.

De Niro is in fine form here, particularly when he’s taking no prisoners in his stand-up routines. I’d say let’s wait and see what he does for an encore, but the track record suggests he’ll be back to churning out dismal duds in no time. For the moment, though, it’s nice to see him deserving cheers rather than jeers.

THE SPACE BETWEEN US

/ If you want to learn about life on Mars, you can either groove to David Bowie or sit through The Space Between Us. It’s not really much of a choice. If it’s been determined that men are from Mars and women are from Venus, then this daft film clearly hails from that planet with the foul-sounding name.

A teen flick that registers less as “YA”

De Niro is in fine form here, particularly when he’s taking no prisoners in his stand-up routines.

and more as “why bother,” The Space Between Us at least has its heart in the right place. That would be inside the body of 16-year-old Gardner Elliot (Asa Butterfield), who becomes the first human born on Mars after his astronaut mom (Janet Montgomery) pops him out and subsequently dies on the operating table.

Raised on the Red Planet by sympathetic astronaut Kendra Wyndham (Carla Gugino), Gardner longs to visit Earth, even though the change in atmosphere would threaten to enlarge his heart and destroy his bones. Nevertheless, with the approval of Nathaniel Shepherd (Gary Oldman), the head of the space program, Gardner is allowed to briefly visit our planet – at which point he takes off to find the father he never knew. Along for the cross-country trek is Tulsa (Britt Robertson), a grouchy high school girl who doesn’t believe he’s from Mars but elects to help him anyway.

The opening act on Mars is stridently lackluster – the presence of Matt Damon is sorely needed – and the picture only picks up slightly once it crash-lands on Earth. There’s some modest amusement in watching Gardner approach each new discovery like some intergalactic Chauncey Gardiner, and Butterfield sells these moments perfectly.

But any sense of wonder quickly gives way to a tired and tepid romance between a dying boy and the girl he thaws, and the central mystery — the identity of Gardner’s father — is not only apparent from the start but also introduces some sleazy

undercurrents into the tale. Those looking for quality cinema might want to stick with the Oscar contenders currently glutting theaters and maintain a safe distance from The Space Between Us.

GOLD

// Just because a movie is Oscar bait doesn’t mean that members of the Academy will necessarily take the bait. Sometimes, they’re able to recognize right off the bat that it’s an awards imposter — fool’s gold clearly not worthy of Oscar gold.

Gold is such a film. Opening in L.A.limited release at the tail end of 2016 to give it that air of importance (i.e. Let the rubes blanketing the rest of the country wait!), this finds director Stephen Gaghan, writers Patrick Massett and John Zinman, and producer-star Matthew McConaughey unearthing a real-life scenario — a 90s-era scandal centering around a Canadian mining outfit – and turning it into yet another celluloid cautionary tale about capitalism and corruption.

Worthy subject, dry delivery – at least The Founder, another recent title that failed to click as Oscar bait, made a similar saga juicy and easily digestible.

To portray Kenny Wells, an eagerbeaver prospector who teams up with a geologist (Edgar Ramirez, acting like he just woke up from a nap) to look for gold in them thar Indonesian hills and jungles, McConaughey contributes his usual livewire intensity, even if he often lets his pot

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belly and semi-bald palate (both acquired for the role) do their fair share of the emoting.

But the story as presented is airless and uninvolving, even with Gaghan working overtime with his stylistic choices.

While trying to emulate the go-for-broke excesses of The Wolf of Wall Street, American Hustle and The Big Short, the helmer frequently mistakes breathless effort for actual achievement.

The maxim states that all that glitters is not gold, and that’s certainly true. In the case of Gold, it’s more like a shattered disco ball, promising dazzlement but delivering only a few fleeting glints of illumination.

THE FOUNDER

/// Harvey Weinstein, the controversial studio head who’s so skilled at manipulating Oscar voters that he could probably score a Best Actor nomination for that untalented imbecile Rob Schneider if he ever put his mind to it, seems to have taken a rare misstep with The Founder.

Releasing films for year-end, one-week runs in Los Angeles to qualify for copious movie prizes is a tried and true tradition, but between reportedly holding those early Founder screenings for a select few insiders and doing nothing to generate any buzz, Weinstein appears to have allowed this one to die on the vine.

It’s been a complete no-show during awards season – in fact, according to IMDb, its only mention has been from something called the AARP Movies for Grownups Awards, not exactly an outfit that gets plastered across posters and ads.

Harvey probably isn’t shedding any tears – The Weinstein Company has a strong Oscar contender in Lion – but it’s a shame The Founder has slipped through the cracks, since star Michael Keaton delivers a performance that’s among the year’s finest.

With a script by Robert Siegel, who himself was cheated out of an Oscar nom a few years ago for penning The Wrestler, The Founder doesn’t traffic in hagiographic nonsense as it looks at Ray Kroc, the man famous for making McDonald’s as representative of America as the Statue of Liberty or the U.S. Constitution.

Instead, it reveals him to be a thoroughly unpleasant individual, with initial viewer enthusiasm over his unflagging energy and eye for opportunities eventually swamped by utter disdain for his willingness to stab good people in the back.

Ray Kroc has always been championed as the founder of McDonald’s, but those of us who knew little (and cared even less) about fast-food history will perhaps be stunned to learn that he had nothing to do with its conception and initial success.

The first restaurant was created by siblings Dick and Mac McDonald (terrific turns by

The Space Between Us: “...a tired and tepid romance between a dying boy and the girl he thaws...”

Nick Offerman and John Carroll Lynch), and they were the ones who came up with the streamlined service, the golden arches, the disposable packaging and (obviously) the name.

Kroc’s contribution? Franchising. He’s the one who tirelessly worked to blanket the country with McDonald’s eateries, but to do so, he had to repeatedly go against the brothers’ wishes, including replacing quality milkshakes with powdered products (since the use of real milk and cream was eating too much into the profits).

Kroc’s antics land Mac in the hospital, but he isn’t done yet, as he works with a financial wizard (B.J. Novak) with the purpose of breaking his original contract with the brothers, receiving all the profits himself, and working it so the McDonalds can no longer use their own name on their original restaurant.

On the homefront, his life is equally blessed, as he ditches the plain-Jane wife (Laura Dern) who supported him over the years for a glamorous woman (Linda Cardellini) he swipes from a trusting business partner (Patrick Wilson).

Clearly, for those with any semblance of a soul, The Founder isn’t the feel-good movie of this (or any) year, but it’s cleareyed and concise – to say nothing of important and informative. Had it gained any traction, it could have been the Wall Street for a new generation.

XXX: RETURN OF XANDER CAGE

// Hardcore porn for action junkies, xXx: Return of Xander Cage should also get a rise out of more casual viewers burned out on Oscar bait and looking for a mindless time at the movies. It’s as ridiculous and over-the-top as the 2002 original that built on star Vin Diesel’s blip of shortlived superstardom, but it improves ever so slightly on its predecessor thanks to a more interesting roster of supporting characters. (I never saw the second film in

the series, 2005’s roundly panned, Dieselless xXx: State of the Union.)

Samuel L. Jackson is back as the federal agent who first introduced extreme-sports enthusiast Xander Cage (Diesel) to the world of international espionage, although this time, it’s another hard-nosed government operative (Toni Collette) who’s giving Cage his marching orders. The plot involves the attempts to retrieve a deadly object known as Pandora’s Box – a device that turns satellites into bombs – but never mind all that. xXx3 is basically an excuse to show cool people doing cool stunts, and on that level, it largely works.

It’s also an excuse to show that the laws of science and logic don’t really matter, particularly in the sequence set inside a damaged airplane (given the absence of gravity inside the vessel, did the plane somehow end up in outer space?) or the bit in which a couple of characters surf the waves atop ski-equipped motorcycles.

Donnie Yen provides the martial arts mastery, Ruby Rose contributes the smirks, and The Vampire Diaries’ Nina Dobrev donates some nerdy humor. As for Vin Diesel, he’s mainly there to support his own flailing career, which, the Fast & Furious flicks aside, has largely been on life support. Acting like it’s still 2002, Diesel’s Xander Cage allows countless hotties to hang all over his body and partakes in outlandish stunts that would give even James Bond pause.

Speaking of 007, there’s even a scene that apes Casino Royale, with a shirtless Xander Cage sauntering out of the ocean.

But as my wife muttered as she observed his flabby flesh, “Meh. He’s no Daniel Craig, that’s for sure.”

SILENCE

/// Beginning with his first picture, 1967’s Who’s That Knocking at My Door, Martin Scorsese has often employed cinema as a reflection on his own experiences and

beliefs regarding religion. Considering he had planned on becoming a priest before opting to become a filmmaker, this makes perfect sense, and additional musings on the matter can be found in projects as diverse as Mean Streets, Kundun, Bringing Out the Dead and, most magnificently, The Last Temptation of Christ.

With Silence, Scorsese again fully turns his attention to the spiritual side, and the result is a movie that’s both disturbing and deeply committed. To be clear, this isn’t a motion picture for those who superficially wear their Christianity like a shiny pinback button, falling for the long con of money-grubbing charlatans like Joel Osteen and believing their devotion to the Lord ends with slapping an ichthys sticker on a car bumper. Instead, Silence is an uncomfortable and unsettling watch, better at generating questions than supplying answers – which, come to think of it, is perhaps the proper outcome for a film of this nature.

Set in the 17th century, Silence follows two Portuguese priests, Rodrigues (Andrew Garfield) and Garupe (Adam Driver) as they head to Japan to search for their mentor, Father Ferreira (Liam Neeson). Having had some initial success with converting the locals to Christianity, the Church is rattled by the fact that Japanese authorities are now forcing all of the Jesuit priests and their followers to denounce their faith or face torture and execution.

The word is that Ferreira has apostatized, a rumor Rodrigues and Garupe refuse to believe. Seeking to discover what really has happened, the two holy men are encouraged by pockets of Japanese peasants who continue to serve God in silence yet aghast at the widespread atrocities being committed by the Buddhists intent on turning back the Western influence.

Adapting Shusako Endo’s 1966 novel, Scorsese and scripter Jay Cocks (the former film critic who also co-wrote the director’s Gangs of New York and The Age of Innocence) have crafted a film packed to the breaking point with thorny issues. Of course, there’s the basic debate over the whole matter of proselytizing in foreign territories, but the picture also looks more specifically at whether innocent laypeople are actually dying to appease God or to appease the priests. Scorsese and Cocks prefer to keep the queries percolating, only succumbing to obviousness – and, thanks to an ill-advised Heavenly voiceover, unfairness – during the final stretch of this 160-minute undertaking.

Garfield, all wrong as the amazing Spider-Hipster in his pair of so-so superhero ventures, follows up his strong work in Hacksaw Ridge with an equally intense performance in this picture. Those expecting a co-starring role for Driver, however, will be disappointed with his comparatively brief screen time. CS 41

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COMPILED BY RACHAEL FLORA happenings@connectsavannah.com HAPPENINGS IS CONNECT SAVANNAH’S LISTING OF COMMUNITY EVENTS, CLASSES AND GROUPS. VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT CONNECTSAVANNAH.COM TO SUBMIT A LISTING. WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO EDIT OR CUT LISTINGS DUE TO SPACE LIMITATIONS.

ACTIVISM & POLITICS

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13TH COLONY PATRIOTS Conservative political activists that meet the 13th of each month. Dedicated to preserving the U.S. Constitution and life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. See Facebook page for meeting location. Free 13th of every month, 6:30-8:30 p.m. 912-604-4048. liveoakstore.com/tubbysthunderbolt.

Tubby’s Tank House (Thunderbolt), 2909 River Dr. GREEN PARTY OF CHATHAM COUNTY People, Planet and Peace over Profit!

Meets Saturdays and the first Tuesday of every month. Join the Facebook group, @ ChathamGreens, to find out about upcoming local events. ongoing. No physical address given, none.

ONE OF THE GUYS Guys, have you found yourself in a social rut, or just have a need for the art of conversation? Make a change in 2016.

The past decade a diverse group of guys have been getting together about every two weeks to share dinner and opinions on just about any topic. No membership requirements or dues. Just an open mind and willingness to expand your friendship base. For more information visit us on Facebook at Savannah Men’s Club, or if you prefer, email details/questions to savannahmensclub@gmail.com. ongoing.

Downtown Savannah, downtown.

SAVANNAH AREA YOUNG REPUBLICANS Get involved. Contact is Michael Johnson, via email or telephone, or see website for info. 912-604-0797. chairman@sayr. org. sayr.org. Call or see website for information. Free ongoing. 912-308-3020. savannahyoungrepublicans.com.

SAVANNAH LIBERTARIANS Join the Facebook group to find out about upcoming local events. Mondays. Facebook. com/groups/SAVlibertarians.

STATE OF THE CITY ADDRESS Mayor Eddie DeLoach will issue the State of the City Address during a town hall meeting.

The public is encouraged to attend. Thu., Feb. 9, 6:30 p.m. savannahcivic.com. The Savannah Civic Center, 301 West Oglethorpe Ave. VICTORIAN NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION MEETINGS Open to all residents, property owners and businesses located between Anderson and Gwinnett, M.L.King,Jr. Blvd to East Broad Street. Free second Tuesday of every month, 6-7 p.m. 912-233-0352. 1308 West, Henry St. and Montgomery St. WE MAKE THE ROAD BY WALKING Join Emergent Savannah at this interactive World Café-style event where people have the opportunity to define what’s important to them and bring new ideas to the table.

Mon., Feb. 13, 7 p.m. sentientbean.com. The Sentient Bean, 13 E. Park Ave. YOUNG DEMOCRATS Mondays at 7pm on the second level of Foxy Loxy, Bull Street. Call or visit the 42 Young Democrats Facebook page for more

Savannah Black Heritage Festival Grand Festival Day

Celebrate black heritage with programs, crafts, youth talent, and much more.

SAT., FEB. 11, 8:30 A.M. THE SAVANNAH CIVIC CENTER, 301 WEST OGLETHORPE AVE. information. Free ongoing. 423-619-7712. foxyloxycafe.com. Foxy Loxy Cafe, 1919 Bull St.

AUDITIONS AND CALLS FOR ENTRIES

AUDITIONS FOR ARMSTRONG YOUTH ORCHESTRA Open to students enrolled in primary grades through high school and including Armstrong students (available for course credit). Auditions, by appointment, are in Armstrong Fine Arts Hall. To schedule an audition, e-mail: savaayo@yahoo.com. Info is also available at www.savaayo.org. AYO is sponsored in part by the Savannah Friends of Music, www.savannahfriendsofmusic. com ongoing. about.armstrong.edu/Maps/ index.html. Armstrong State University, 11935 Abercorn St. CALL FOR APPLICATIONS FOR SAVANNAH YOUTH AMBASSADOR SUMMER INSTITUTE The City of Savannah is now accepting applications for the 2017 Savannah Youth Ambassador Summer Institute.

Interested parties should complete the

online application at www.savannahga. gov/sya. The application deadline is 5 p.m. on Friday, March 31, 2017. Savannah Youth Ambassadors (SYA) is an intensive leadership training institute for high school students living in Savannah, GA. SYA is open to all rising 9th – 12th graders that reside within the incorporated city limits of the City of Savannah. Participants will be chosen through a selective application process.

Space is limited to 50 participants. Through March 31. 912-651-6520. No physical address given, none.

CALL FOR AUDITIONS FOR THE DOWNTOWN DELILAHS DANCE CABARET The Downtown Delilahs dance cabaret are holding auditions for several upcoming shows. To set up an audition, contact Jade Bills at 912-272-7601. Through March 31.

Downtown Savannah, downtown.

CALL FOR ENTRIES FOR VIGNETTE SAVANNAH Are you a student living fabulously in a studio apartment or a creative with an efficient yet stylish workspace? Maybe you’re renewing your space after Hurricane

Matthew, decorating your home for the holidays for the first time, or just want to share the character & charm of your historical home? Whatever your space, Vignette Savannah would love to feature you. Vignette Savannah is a web presence that features the most creative and eclectic living, leisure, and work spaces in Savannah.

Tell us about yours at vignettesavannah@ gmail.com, and check us out in the weeks to come at vignettesavannah.com. ongoing.

Downtown Savannah, downtown.

CALL FOR JESUS-YESHUA PRODUCTION CLUB AND VIDEO CREW Contact Brenda Lee at 912-236-3156 or at revbrendalee@yahoo.com for more information. ongoing. Online only, none.

CALL FOR PARTICIPANTS IN PTSD STUDY Are you a recent combat veteran experiencing psychological or emotional stress related to your combat? You may be eligible to receive first-line medication and talk therapy interventions with proven effectiveness. PROGrESS is a study looking to learn more about how to effectively treat recent combat veterans with PTSD. The therapies are not experimental. You will be randomly assigned to receive either psychotherapy, medication, or both. For more information about the PROGrESS study, please call 912-920-0214 ext. 2169. ongoing. Online only, none.

RELIGIOUS ETHNIC ARTISTS NEEDED Religious ethnic (JESUS-YESHUA) artists and musicals needed for upcoming season.

A classical accompanist and conductor for sacred music and gospel singers needed.

Contact Reverend Brenda Lee (912) 2363154; email: revbrendalee@yahoo.com ongoing. No physical address given, none.

TELL US YOUR GHOST STORY? Organization seeks to document your first hand experiences with psychical phenomenon for analysis and potential investigation. Our investigators have reputable credentials and long time investigation training and connections with the top minds and researchers in parapsychology field research and other areas. We are especially interested in Chatham and neighboring counties with special emphasis on Savannah itself and the Historic District. Interviewees should be comfortable with video documentation of themselves and events w/privacy level negotiated beforehand. ongoing. amchclub@yahoo.com. Downtown Savannah, downtown.

BENEFITS

SCMPD ANIMAL CONTROL SEEKS VOLUNTEERS Savannah Chatham County Animal Control seeks volunteers to serve various tasks as needed by the shelter. No prior animal shelter experience is necessary. Newly trained volunteers will be authorized to serve immediately after orientation. Potential volunteers are asked to notify J. Lewis prior to orientation; though, walk-ins are welcome.

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Volunteers must be at least 17-yearsold. ongoing. (912) 525-2151. jlewis01@ savannahga.gov.

CLASSES, CAMPS & WORKSHOPS

AERIAL SILK CLASSES Try something different this year by improving your strength and flexibility all while suspended from aerial silk fabric. All levels, all ages, and all beginners welcome.

Class will go over basics and provide challenges for those more advanced.

Classes every Friday. Fri., Feb. 10, 5:30-7 p.m. 954.682.5694. Elyse.theSTUDIO@ yahoo.com. thestudiosav.net/schedule.html. thestudiosav.net/. The STUDIO, 2805-B Lacy Ave. ART, MUSIC, PIANO, VOICE COACHING Coaching for all ages, beginners through advanced. Classic, modern, jazz improvization and theory. Serious inquiries only. 912-961-7021 or 912-667-1056.

BEADING CLASSSES AT EPIPHANY BEAD & JEWELRY STUDIO Learn jewelry-making techniques from beginner to advanced. Call for class times.

912-677-3983. epiphany.indiemade.com.

Epiphany Bead & Jewelry Studio, 101 N. Fahm St. BEGINNING BELLY DANCE CLASSES Taught by Happenstance Bellydance.

All skill levels and styles. Private instruction available. $15 912-704-2940. happenstancebellydance@gmail.com. happenstancebellydance.wordpress.com.

BLACK HISTORY HEROES, SOLDIERS AND SPIES Part of the Savannah Black Heritage Festival. Mon., Feb. 13, 6:30 p.m. First African Baptist Church, 23 Montgomery St. BRIDGE LESSONS Competitive Bidding (BB2), Saturday, February 4 at 10AM. Defensive Signals (BB5), Monday February 6. They are 4 week classes. Intermediate and advanced workshops continue on Fridays at 10AM. Savannah Duplicate Bridge Center, 8511 Ferguson Ave, Sandfly. Also, games are held in the afternoon and/or evening almost every day. There is something for players at all levels. Check our website for fees and schedules of games and other classes. ongoing. 912-228-4838. bridgewebs.com/ savannahclubs. Savannah Duplicate Bridge Center, 8511 Ferguson Ave. CHAMPIONS TRAINING CENTER Offering a variety of classes and training in mixed martial arts, jui-jitsu, judo and other disciplines for children and adults. All skill levels. 525 Windsor Rd. 912-349-4582. ctcsavannah.com.

CHINESE LANGUAGE CLASSES The Confucius Institute at Savannah State University offers free Chinese language classes starting January 17. To register, please call 912-358-3160. ongoing. 912-3583160. confuciusinstitute@savannahstate. edu. savannahstate.edu. savstate.edu/.

Savannah State University, 3219 College St. CLAY CLASSES Savannah Clay Studio at Beaulieu offers handbuilding, sculpture, and handmade tiles, basic glazing and firing. 912-351-4578. sav.. claystudio@gmail.com.

BOATING CLASSES

Classes on boat handling, boating safety and navigation offered by U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary. See website or call to register. 912897-7656. savannahaux.com.

CREATIVITY COACHING Do you have a creative idea but don’t know where to start? Is it time to move forward with your project? Work with your very own creativity coach and learn how to blast through blocks, plan your time, and enjoy the richness of a creative life. See website for more info at www.laurenl.com/creativity_ coaching/ or contact Creativity@LaurenL. com ongoing. Online, ---.

DIVAS & PUMPS: ADULT HEELS DANCE CLASS Divas & Pumps is a dance class teaching walks, struts, freestyles, and choreography to hits by our favorite Divas. Come get your life every Wednesday at 7:30. $15 Wednesdays, 7:30 p.m. 323-5391760. DANCEHOWIWANTTO@GMAIL. COM. DANCEHOWIWANTTO.COM. salondebaileballroomdancestudio.com/.

Salón de Baile Dance & Fitness Studio, 7068 Hodgson Memorial Dr. DUI PREVENTION GROUP Offers victim impact panels for intoxicated drivers, DUI, offenders, and anyone seeking knowledge about the dangers of driving while impaired. A must see for teen drivers.

Meets monthly. $40/session 912-443-0410.

FAMILY LAW WORKSHOP The Mediation Center has three workshops per month for people who do not have legal representation in a family matter: divorce, legitimation, modifications of child support, visitation, contempt. Schedule: 1st Tues, 2nd Mon, 4th Thursday. Call for times. $30 912354-6686. mediationsavannah.com.

FANY’S SPANISH/ENGLISH INSTITUTE Spanish is fun. Classes for adults and children held at 15 E. Montgomery Crossroad. Register by phone. ongoing. 912921-4646.

GUITAR, MANDOLIN, OR BASS GUITAR LESSONS Emphasis on theory, reading music, and improvisation. Located in Ardsley Park. ongoing. 912-232-5987.

HOUSING AUTHORITY NEIGHBORHOOD RESOURCE CENTER Housing Authority of Savannah hosts classes at the Neighborhood Resource Center. Adult literacy/GED prep: Mon-Thurs, 9am-12pm & 1pm-4pm. Financial education: 4th Fri each month, 9am-11am. Basic computer training: Tues & Thurs, 1pm3pm. Community computer lab: Mon-Fri, 3pm-4:30pm. ongoing. 912-232-4232 x115. savannahpha.com. savannahpha.com/NRC. html. Neighborhood Resource Center, 1407 Wheaton St. KNITTING & CROCHET CLASSES Offered at The Frayed Knot, 6 W. State St. See the calendar of events on website.

Mondays. 912-233-1240. thefrayedknotsav. com.

LIFE CHALLENGE COACHING In an environment of patience, nonjudgement and compassion, we will explore the source of your challenge, the beliefs that hold your challenge in place, and discover & enact healthy and healing life changes. For appointment, contact Cindy Un Shin Beach at revfugon@gmail.com, or Text (only) to

912-429-7265. ongoing. Online only, none.

MUSIC LESSONS--MULTIPLE INSTRUMENTS AND STYLES Savannah Musicians’ Institute offers private instruction for all ages and experience levels for Guitar (electric, acoustic, bass, classical, jazz), Piano, Flute, Banjo, Mandolin, Ukulele, Clarinet, Saxophone, and Voice as well as Music Theory/ Composition/ Ear Training.

We teach public, private and home school students as well as adults at all experience levels. Located at 15 East Montgomery Crossroads in Office #205 near White Bluff Road, Savannah, GA. ongoing. 912388-1806. smisavannah@gmail.com. savmusiciansinstitute.com.

NEW HORIZONS ADULT BAND PROGRAM Music program for adults who played a band instrument in high school/college and would like to play again. Mondays at 6:30pm at Portman’s. $30 per month. All ages and ability levels welcome. Call for info. ongoing.

912-354-1500. portmansmusic.com.

Portman’s Music Superstore, 7650 Abercorn St. NOVEL WRITING Write a novel, finish the one you’ve started, revise it or pursue publication. Awardwinning Savannah author offers one-onone or small group classes, mentoring, manuscript critique, ebook formatting. Email for pricing and scheduling info. ongoing. pmasoninsavannah@gmail.com.

PHOTOGRAPHY CLASSES Beginner photography to post production. Instruction for all levels. $20 for two-hour class. See website for complete class list. 410-251-4421. chris@chrismorrisphotography.com. chrismorrisphotography.com.

PIANO VOICE-COACHING Pianist with M/degree,classical modern jazz improvisation, no age limit. Call 912-9617021 or 912-667-1056. Serious inquiries only. ongoing.

POLE FITNESS CLASSES Pole dancing is a beautiful artform, and a combination of dance, flexibility and gymnastics. Pole dancing has quickly become one of the most popular forms of fun and exercise for women. It can help you lose weight, gain beautiful muscle tone, make you stronger than ever and build confidence like no other form of exercise can. Join us on Tuesday nights and get fitter and stronger than you’ve ever been, with this amazing full body workout. Schedule TBA $20 Every other Tuesday, 7-9 p.m. 912-9881052. Mediterranean Tavern, 125 Foxfield Way. R&B SOUL ADULT LINE DANCING The R&B Soul line dance group Savannah Show Stoppers are conducting line dance classes every Monday night at the West Broad St. YMCA and every Tuesday nights at the John Delaware Center. Both classes starts at 6:30. Lamont Hunter, the founder of the Savannah Show Stoppers, is the Instructor. Donations Mondays, 6:30-8 p.m. and Tuesdays, 6:30-8 p.m. 912-220-7712. hlamont70@yahoo.com. YMCA-West Broad St, 1110 May St. REIKI TREATMENT Reiki relaxes & rejuvenates; promotes emotional & physical healing; reduces neuromuscular & arthritic pain. E-mail

request for appointment/ Fee base at revfugon@gmail.com, or Text (only) 912429-7265 ongoing. Online only, none.

A. ROPER STUDIO - VOICE TECHNIQUE AND COACHING Experienced and successful voice instructor is accepting students. Nurturing and collaborative studio. Services offered include strengthening the voice, range extension, relaxation techniques, and coaching through various styles of music.

Audition and competition preparation.

Located 15 minutes from downtown. Varies Mondays-Saturdays, 8 a.m.-8 p.m. 912-4840628. Downtown Savannah, downtown.

RUSSIAN LANGUAGE CLASSES Learn to speak Russian. All experience levels welcome, beginner to expert. Call for info. ongoing. 912-713-2718.

SAMBA SAVANNAH DRUMMING WORKSHOP Learn Afro-Brazilian rhythms with drumming instructor Andrew Hartzell. All ages. $10 Sundays, 2:30 p.m. starlandiasupply.com.

Starlandia Creative Supply, 2438 Bull Street.

SASS & SWAG ADULT HIP HOP Sass & Swag is a high energy, adult hip hop dance class. Learn hip hop grooves you can take to any party or club, and learn a choreographed routine to today’s hottest hits. Mondays at 7:30 pm. $15 Mondays, 7:30 p.m. 323-5391760. DANCEHOWIWANTTO@GMAIL. COM. DANCEHOWIWANTTO.COM. salondebaileballroomdancestudio.com/.

Salón de Baile Dance & Fitness Studio, 7068 Hodgson Memorial Dr. SAVANNAH STARTUP WORKSHOP SERIES Entrepreneurs will participate in interactive workshops and mentor sessions designed to walk them through best practices in planning and launching their product. The interactive program will help entrepreneurs identify and vet their target customer segments, articulate the value proposition, make financial projections, and prepare them to meet with investors. Tuesdays, 10 a.m. atdc.org/uncategorized/2017savstartup-bootcamp-schedule. Creators’ Foundry, 415 W Boundary St. YOUTH AERIAL SILK CLASSES Come fly with us and take your practice to new heights. Improve strength and flexibility to flow through poses, all while suspended from silk fabric. Classes every Friday.

Limited space, please pre-register online Fri., Feb. 10, 4:30-5:30 p.m. 954.682.5694. elyse.theSTUDIO@yahoo.com. thestudiosav. net/schedule.html. thestudiosav.net/. The STUDIO, 2805-B Lacy Ave. YOUTH AND TEEN AERIAL SILK CLASSES Youth Class ages 8+. Teen Class ages 11+.

Learn to dance and work with Aerial Silks and Hoop while suspended in the air. Weekly classes held on Fridays through the month of September only. Very limited space available, reserve your spot and register online today. $20/class $75/September package ongoing. 954.682.5694. elyse. thestudio@yahoo.com. thestudiosav.net. thestudiosav.net/. The STUDIO, 2805-B Lacy Ave.

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13TH COLONY SOUND (BARBERSHOP SINGING) “If you can carry a tune, come sing with us!”

Mondays, 7pm. ongoing. 912-344-9768. savannahbarbershoppers.org. Thunderbolt Lodge #693, 3111 Rowland Ave. ABENI CULTURAL ARTS DANCE CLASSES Classses for multiple ages in performance dance and adult fitness dance. African, modern, ballet, jazz, tap, contemporary, gospel. Held at Abeni Cultural Arts studio, 8400-B Abercorn St. Call Muriel, 912-6313452, or Darowe, 912-272-2797. ongoing. abeniculturalarts@gmail.com.

AVEGOST LARP Live action role playing group that exists in a medieval fantasy realm. generallly meets the second weekend of the month. Free for your first event or if you’re a non-player character. $35 fee for returning characters. ongoing. godzillaunknown@gmail.com. avegost.com.

BUCCANEER REGION SCCA Local chapter of the Sports Car Club of America, hosting monthly solo/autocross driving events in the Savannah area. Anyone with a safe car, insurance and a valid driver’s license is eligible to participate. See website. ongoing. buccaneerregion.org.

BUSINESS NETWORKING ON THE ISLANDS Small Business Professionals Islands Networking Group meets first Thursday each month, 9:30am-10:30am. Tradewinds Ice Cream & Coffee, 107 Charlotte Rd. Call for info. ongoing. 912-308-6768.

CHATHAM SAILING CLUB Friday evening social event at the clubhouse.

Meet Members and their families who all enjoy water based activities but whose prime interest is sailing. This BYOB event is free and all are welcome, but Membership is encouraged after several visits once interest is gauged!! We look forward to meeting you.

Fridays, 7-10 p.m. pranschkec3@gmail.com.

Young’s Marina, 218 Wilmington Island Rd. COASTAL BEAD SOCIETY Coastal Bead Society monthly meetings, 12 noon on the third Friday of the Month at the Coastal Georgia Center, 303 Fahm Street, near SCAD. All beaders are welcome. ongoing. wyrnut18@gmail.com. cgc. georgiasouthern.edu/. Coastal Georgia Center, 305 Fahm Street.

FIBER GUILD OF THE SAVANNAHS A club focusing on weaving, spinning, basket making, knitting, crocheting, quilting, beading, rug hooking, doll making, and other fiber arts. Meets at Oatland Island Wildlife Center, first Saturday of the month (Sept.-June) 10:15am. Mondays, 10:30 a.m. fiberguildsavannah.homestead.com/. Fiber Guild of the Savannahs, 711 Sandtown Road GA. GEECHEE SAILING CLUB Founded in 1971, GSC promotes sailing and boating safety, education, and fellowship.Member of the South Atlantic Yacht Racing Association. second Monday of every month, 6 p.m. 912-356-3265. geecheesailingclub.org. liveoakstore.com/ tubbysthunderbolt. Tubby’s Tank House (Thunderbolt), 2909 River Dr. HISTORIC FLIGHT SAVANNAH 44 A non-profit organization dedicated to

Annual Gospel Concert

Featuring Zacardi Cortez, preceded by “A Tribute to Savannah Quartets – Past and Present.” Opening performances by the SSU Wesleyan and ASU Gospel choirs. Part of the Savannah Black Heritage Festival.

SUN., FEB. 12, 5 P.M. FIRST AFRICAN BAPTIST CHURCH, 23 MONTGOMERY ST.

sending area Korean War and WWII veterans to Washington, DC, to visit the WWII Memorial. All expenses paid by Honor Flight Savannah. Honor Flight seeks contributions, and any veterans interested in a trip to Washington. Call for info. ongoing. 912-5961962. honorflightsavannah.org.

HISTORIC SAVANNAH CHAPTER: ABWA Meets the second Thursday of every month from 6pm-7:30pm. Tubby’s Tank House, 2909 River Drive, Thunderbolt. Attendees pay for their own meals. RSVP by phone. ongoing. 912-660-8257.

KNITTERS, NEEDLEPOINT AND CROCHET Meets every Wednesday. Different locations downtown. Call for info. No fees. Want to learn? Join us. ongoing. 912-308-6768.

LOW COUNTRY TURNERS A club for wood-turning enthusiasts. Call Steve Cook for info at number below. ongoing. 912-313-2230.

MILITARY ORDER OF THE PURPLE HEART LADIES AUXILIARY Meets the first Saturday of the month at 1:00pm. Call for info. ongoing. 912-7864508. American Legion Post 184, 3003 Rowland Ave. PHILO CAFE Discussion group that meets every Monday, 7:30pm - 9:00pm at various locations.

Anyone craving good conversation is invited. Free to attend. Email for info, or see Facebook.com/SavannahPhiloCafe.

Mondays. athenapluto@yahoo.com.

R.U.F.F. - RETIREES UNITED FOR THE FUTURE RUFF meets the last Friday of each month at

10am to protect Social Security, Medicare, Medicaid and related senior issues. Parking in the rear. Free to all Seniors ongoing. 912344-5127. Savannah Tree Foundation, 3025 Bull Street.

SAFE KIDS SAVANNAH A coalition dedicated to preventing childhood injuries. Meets 2nd Tuesday each month, 11:30am-1:00pm. See website or call for info. ongoing. 912-353-3148. safekidssavannah.org.

SAVANNAH BREWERS’ LEAGUE Meets 1st Wednesday of the month, 7:30pm at Moon River Brewing Co. Call or see website for info. ongoing. 912-447-0943. hdb.org. moonriverbrewing.com/. Moon River Brewing Co., 21 West Bay St. SAVANNAH AUTHORS WORKSHOP If you’re a writer, and you’re serious about it, Savannah Authors Workshop is looking for you. We exist to encourage good writing.

We meet twice a month in the relaxed atmosphere of a private home (Baldwin Park area). Our third annual Anthology has just been published. We are looking for new members. Come as a guest to our next meeting (Wednesday, September 21) and see how you like us (sorry: no poets).

Contact Christopher Scott, President: cscott630@yahoo.com for more details and directions. ongoing. No physical address given, none.

THE SAVANNAH CHINESE CORNER The Savannah Chinese Corner welcomes anyone interested in Mandarin language or Chinese culture. Meets every Saturday morning from 10 am to noon. Check the Facebook group to see meeting location.

ongoing. https://facebook.com/groups/ SavannahChineseCorner. Downtown Savannah, downtown.

SAVANNAH COUNCIL, NAVY LEAGUE OF THE UNITED STATES A dinner meeting every 4th Tuesday of the month at 6:00 pm at local restaurants. 3rd Tuesday in November; none in December.

For dinner reservations, please call Sybil Cannon at 912-964-5366. ongoing. 912-7487020. savannahnavyleague.us.

SAVANNAH GO CLUB This is a new club for the board game “go” (igo, weiqi, baduk). For places and times, please call John at 734-355-2005. ongoing.

Downtown Savannah, downtown.

SAVANNAH GO GREEN Meets most Saturdays. Green events and places. Share ways to Go Green each day.

Call for info. ongoing. 912-308-6768.

SAVANNAH KENNEL CLUB Monthly meetings open to the public the 4th Monday each month, Sept. through June. ongoing, 7 p.m. savannahkennelclub.org.

Carey Hilliard’s (Southside), 11111 Abercorn St. SAVANNAH NEWCOMERS CLUB Open to women who have lived in the Savannah area for less than two years.

Membership includes monthly luncheon and program. Activities, tours and events help you learn about Savannah and make new friends. Ongoing sign-up. savannahnewcomers.com. ongoing.

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savannahphc@yahoo.com. savannahphc. com.

SAVANNAH TOASTMASTERS Helps improve speaking and leadership skills in a friendly, supportive environment.

Mondays, 6:15pm, Memorial Health University Medical Center, in the Conference Room C. ongoing. 912-4846710. memorialhealth.com/. Memorial Health University Medical Center, 4700 Waters Ave. SAVANNAH VEGGIES AND VEGANS Join the Facebook group to find out more about vegetarian and vegan lifestyles, and to hear about upcoming local events.

Mondays.

SPIES AND MYSTERIES BOOK CLUB A book club for readers who love thrillers, spy novels, and mysteries. We meet every 2nd Thurs of the month @6:30 pm. None second Thursday of every month, 6:30 p.m.

912-925-8305. Southwest Chatham Library, 14097 Abercorn St. TOASTMASTERS Toastmasters International is an organization which gives its members the opportunity to develop and improve their public speaking abilities through local club meetings, seminars, and contests.

Regardless of your level of comfort with public speaking, you will find a club that is interested in helping you improve your speaking abilities. Free Tuesdays, 6-7 p.m. hostesscity.toastmastersclubs.org. thincsavannah.com. Thinc Savannah, 35 Barnard St. 3rd Floor.

VIETNAM VETERANS OF AMERICA CHAPTER 671 Meets second Monday of each month, 7pm, at the American Legion Post 135, 1108 Bull St. ongoing. 912-429-0940. rws521@msn. com. vvasav.com.

WOODVILLE-TOMPKINS SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATION Meets second Tuesday each month (except October) 6:00pm, Woodville-Tompkins, 151 Coach Joe Turner St. Call or email for info. ongoing. 912-232-3549. chesteraellis@ comcast.net.

CONCERTS

ANNUAL GOSPEL CONCERT Featuring Zacardi Cortez, preceded by “A Tribute to Savannah Quartets – Past and Present.” Opening performances by the SSU Wesleyan and ASU Gospel choirs. Part of the Savannah Black Heritage Festival. Sun., Feb. 12, 5 p.m. First African Baptist Church, 23 Montgomery St. ROMANTIC EXPRESSIONS: SONATAS FOR VIOLIN AND PIANO Let yourself slip classically into a Valentine’s Day’s frame of mind by attending a superb concert featuring Sonatas for Violin and Piano by Johannes Brahms and Gabriel Fauré. Enchanting us with this music will be Russian violinist Larisa Elisha, an internationally acclaimed soloist, chamber musician, and pedagogue. Accompanying Ms. Elisha on the piano will be Karla Rocker, Coordinator of Collaborative Piano at Georgia Southern University. Free Sun., Feb. 12, 4-5 p.m. 912-598-1188, 2-5 pm weekdays. allenpr@comcast.net. messiahsi. org. messiahsk.com. Messiah Lutheran Church, 1 Westridge Road (The Landings).

THE THREE REDNECK TENORS The 3 Redneck Tenors are a new breed in the “tenor genre”-down home laughs with big city music! Written by opera-veteran Matthew Lord with music arranged by award-winning composer Craig Bohmler, The 3 Redneck Tenors have been thrilling audiences since 2006. These boys have seen it all, sing it all, and make us laugh ‘till we double over, reminding us that in life, it is not just the destination, it’s the journey.

Get ready for one side splitting ride as we go on an excursion only the 3 Redneck Tenors could have had. Adults $35, Seniors/Military $30, Students/Children $15 Fri., Feb. 10, 7:45 p.m. 843-521-4145. defurman@uscb. edu. uscbcenterforthearts.com/. USCB Center for the Arts, 801 Carteret St. TYBEE CITY LIMITS The monthly music series showcasing the best bands in the Coastal Empire sounds a soul-stirring blues beat tonight with G.E. Perry & Strange Brew. $15 Sat., Feb. 11, 8-10 p.m. 912-472-4790. info@tybeeposttheater. org. https://tybeeposttheater.showare.com/. tybeeposttheater.org. Tybee Post Theater, 10 Van Horn.

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COMMON GROUNDS Common Grounds is a collaboration of the Episcopal Church and the United Methodist Wesley Fellowship. We meet on Wednesday nights for open theological discussion on hot button issues. All are welcome regardless of faith background or where you are on your spiritual journey. We are open and affirming of the LGBT community. Order for Compline by candlelight is offered on Sunday nights at 8PM. Wednesdays, 8 p.m. facebook.com/commongroundssavannah.

The Foundery Coffee Pub, 1313 Habersham St. DRINKS AFTER WORK This group is for people that enjoy getting out mid-week, being social after work, and want to discover new places in the downtown Savannah area. Come have a cocktail, make new friends, and get over the hump. The group will meet on Wednesdays at various establishments throughout Downtown Savannah and nearby area. http://www.meetup.com/Drinksafter-work/ https://www.facebook.com/ groups/960991837322187/ Wednesdays, 7 p.m. drinksafterworksavannah@gmail. com. meetup.com/Drinks-after-work/ events/227656080/. distillerysavannah. com. The Distillery, 416 W. Liberty St. THE EXCHANGE CLUB OF SAVANNAH In a rut? The Exchange Club of Savannah welcomes men and women like you to support, serve and encourage the best teachers, students, firefighters, crime fighters, leaders and organizations in our community. Check us out at savannahexchange.org or find us on Facebook. Mondays, noon. 912-441-6559. ddewitt30@yahoo.com. Savannahexchange. org. Exchange Club of Savannah, 4801 Meding Street.

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1 Contacts electronically, in a way 4 They’re the result of extracted genes 8 Chunks of fairway 14 Buck’s counterpart 15 “___ that a kick in the pants?”

16 Hall of Fame quarterback Johnny 17 “Friends” costar Courteney 18 Falco of “Nurse Jackie” 19 Kitchen protectors 20 Theme park chain, grossly exaggerated?

23 French realist painter Bonheur 24 “Conjunction Junction” conjunction 25 Chef DiSpirito 28 End of many failed ‘90s businesses?

31 Autumn mo.

33 “The Fault in ___ Stars” 34 “Wayne’s World” actress Carrere 35 Feeling of amazement 36 Caricatured 37 Morris’s favorite cat food, wildly exaggerated?

41 Green dip, for short 42 Tats 43 Eden matriarch 44 Adjective for 2017 (but not 2018) 45 Enjoy brunch, for instance 46 Rabbit relative?

50 “Sons of Anarchy” extra 52 For emus, it’s greenish 55 Negative in Nuremberg 56 “Gone with the Wind” plantation, insanely exaggerated?

60 Duke University city 62 “___ Jury” (Spillane detective novel) 63 Architect I.M. ___ 64 Beezus’s sister 65 Group led by Master Splinter, initially 66 “Wow,” when texting 67 Like beer or bread dough 68 They may have polar bears and giraffes 69 Why the exaggeration?

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1 It usually includes a photo 2 Cow sound in “Old MacDonald” 3 Like some illegal hiring practices 4 “Mozart in the Jungle” star ___ Garcia Bernal 5 Computer music format 6 Big Mac ingredient 7 “Mad Men” pool member 8 Twofold 9 To a certain extent 10 Leo follower 11 Doctor’s ear-examining

tool 12 Camel tone 13 Draft lottery org., once 21 Milk-related 22 “Eh, I’m not buying it” look 26 Helps with lines 27 Chicago airport letters 29 Contents of a cruet 30 Sasha’s sister 32 “E! News” subject 35 Astronaut affirmative 36 Johnson & Johnson skin care brand 37 Car on the Autobahn 38 Result of evil acts, supposedly 39 “___ Inside” (computer slogan) 40 Apple Chief Design Officer Jony ___ 41 One of the Bluth brothers on “Arrested Development” 45 Given to traveling 47 Drink container 48 “Black ___” (historic 1961 book) 49 Lieutenant’s underling 51 Community character 53 Glamor partner 54 Controversial naval base in Cuba, informally 57 “If ___ be so bold ...”

58 “I don’t believe this!”

59 Barclays Center squad 60 Martini preference 61 Abu Dhabi loc.

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organization’s first annual Hearts for Healing Valentine’s Gala. Guests will dance the night away, enjoy a gourmet meal catered by Cha Bella’s Farm to Table, and bid on special silent auction items. Black tie encouraged.

Cash bar starts at 6:30 pm. $125 early bird, $150 after January 15 Tue., Feb. 14, 7 p.m.

Tybee Island Wedding Chapel, 1114 U.S. Hwy. 80.

GEORGIA DAY PARADE Thousands of costumed local elementary school children march behind student-made banners in commemoration of Georgia’s founding in 1733. This colorful parade of students, local dignitaries, costumed characters, musicians, and military color guard begins at Forsyth Park and ends with a program in front of City Hall. Free and Open to Public Fri., Feb. 10, 10:30 a.m.

912.651.2125. PMeagher@georgiahistory. com. georgiahistoryfestival.org/events/ georgia-history-festivals-georgia-dayparade-2/. Forsyth Park, Drayton St. & East Park Ave. GUIDED TOURS OF THE LUCAS THEATRE FOR THE ARTS Learn the history of the historic Lucas Theatre on a 20-30 minute tour.

Restoration, architecture, history of the theatre and of early cinema. $4. Group rates for ten or more. School trips available. Tours are MondayFriday 10am-5pm and must be scheduled. To schedule a tour, contact Megan Chandler at 912-525-5029 or mchandle@ lucastheatre.com. ongoing. 912-5255023. lucastheatre.com. Lucas Theatre for the Arts, 32 Abercorn St. LOVE WALK 2017 Funds raised will directly benefit homeless and low income people from this community who need our services including nationally-accredited early childhood education programming, youth camps, and crisis intervention (emergency assistance with food, rent, and utilities, financial literacy, and case management). The 3.6 K walk begins at 9 am at Wesley and is a pleasant stroll through each square on Bull Street. Sat., Feb. 11, 9 a.m. 912-236-4226. wesleyctrs-savh.org. wesleyctrs-savh.org/.

Wesley Community Center, 1601 Drayton St. THE NEXT GENERATION’S HAPPILY EVER AFTER BALL Children and parents are invited to attend a royal celebration and meet their favorite fairytale princess, prince, pirate, and heroes of all storylines. Dressed in their favorite fairytale costume, children can waltz with Cinderella and Prince Charming, visit Rapunzel and Flynn’s Hair Palace, and even have a sword fight with Peter Pan and Captain Hook. Of course, Anna, Elsa, and Kristoff will be there as well and joined by all of their royal friends. $20 Sat., Feb. 11. nextgenerationsavannah.com. Brockington Hall, 213 East Hall Street.

THE ORIGINAL MIDNIGHT TOUR One of the spookiest tours in town. Learn about the untold stories of some of the most haunted locations here in Savannah Georgia. Guaranteed to give you a few goose bumps and an unexplained need for a 46 night light. 33.00 ongoing. 1-866-666-3323.

Aerial Yoga Classes

Increase flexibility and strength using aerial yoga, a relatively new approach to a traditional yoga practice. We use a silk fabric called a ‘hammock’ to support the weight of our bodies, helping us achieve various postures with more depth, ease and excitement. Every Saturday. Class size limited. Required to register online ahead of time. $25 SATURDAYS, 12:30-1:45 P.M. 954.682.5694. ELYSE.THESTUDIO@ YAHOO.COM. THESTUDIOSAV.NET/.

THE STUDIO, 2805-B LACY AVE.

6thsenseworld.com. 6th Sense Savannah Tours, 404 Abercorn Street.

PBJ PANTRY A free food pantry held every Thursday, 10-11am and 6-7pm. Contact Jessica Sutton for questions. 912-897-1192 ongoing. ymcaofcoastalga.org/. YMCA (Wilmington Island), 66 Johnny Mercer Blvd.

POTABLE GOLD: SAVANNAH’S MADEIRA TRADITION Experience the historic atmosphere of the Davenport House while learning about and

tasting a unique and flavorful wine. Patrons are oriented to the long and rich tradition of Madeira (wine) as it relates to the history of Savannah and then they will participate in a Madeira party. Must be 21 years of age.

Reservations recommended, as attendance is limited. $20 Fridays, Saturdays, 5:30 p.m. davenporthousemuseum.org. Davenport House, 324 East State St. RAPE CRISIS CENTER ANNUAL MEETING Community members are invited to attend the annual meeting of the Rape Crisis Center of the Coastal Empire. Please RSVP by Feb. 3 to events@rccsav.org or by calling 912233-3000. Fri., Feb. 10, noon. savannahcivic. com. The Savannah Civic Center, 301 West Oglethorpe Ave. RMC BOUTIQUE AND NUBARTER BUSINESS NETWORKING SOCIAL Calling all NuBarter members and local lowcountry small business owners to network at RMC Boutique. Meet the owner, Rosa M. Carpenter & her staff along with other members and listen to their testimonials about the benefits of being in NuBarter.

Bring a business owner needed in the NuBarter network who is interested in joining. Thu., Feb. 9, 6 p.m.

SAVANNAH ART WALK Savannah Art Walk is an opportunity to explore the plethora of exquisite and diverse galleries of the Historic District.

Gather for the free welcome reception at the River Street Inn, meet some sponsoring artists, grab your map and begin. Experience the tour on foot or by Old Savannah Tour Trolley. second Saturday of every month, 3-6 p.m. savannahartwalk.com. Downtown Savannah, downtown.

SAVANNAH SACRED HARP SINGERS The Savannah Sacred Harp Singers present a free community singing event. Come and sing America’s original roots music. For more information dial 912-655-0994 or visit savannahsacredharp.com. Sat., Feb. 11, 2 p.m. siumc.org/. Skidaway United Methodist Church, 54 Diamond Causeway.

SAVANNAH STORYTELLERS Tall tales and fun times with the classic art of storytelling. Every Wednesday at 6pm.

Reservations encouraged by calling 912349-4059. Wednesdays, 6 p.m. liveoakstore. com/tubbysthunderbolt. Tubby’s Tank House (Thunderbolt), 2909 River Dr. SHIRE OF FORTH CASTLE FIGHTER PRACTICE Local chapter of the Society for Creative Anachronism meets Saturdays at Forsyth Park (south end) for fighter practice and general hanging out. For those interested in the Middle Ages and the Renaissance. ongoing. savannahsca.org.

SOUTHBOUND BREWERY SATURDAY TOURS AND TASTES Savannah’s first microbrewery is open for public tours and tastings Wednesday - Fridays from 5:30-7:30 and Saturdays from 2-4. Hang out, have a few cold ones, and learn a little more about Savannah’s first craft brewery. Free Saturdays, 2-4 p.m.

912-335-7716. info@southboundbrewingco. com. southboundbrewingco.com.

Southbound Brewing Company, 107 East Lathrop Ave.

STUPID CUPID. PRE-V-DAY BASH Treat yourself & grab your own gifts with 25% off everything in the store. Wild Flower Gypsy will have an apothecary bar + samples, De Colores Cookies y Mas artisan baked goods, and Loop it Up Valentine’s cards. FREE! Thu., Feb. 9, 6-9 p.m. 912495-8075. katie@mamieruth-mliz.com. mamieruth-mliz.com/eventssav/. Mamie Ruth | M. Liz Jewelry, 107 W. Liberty St. UNDER THE RAINBOW On Thursday nights come out to the coolest spot in Pooler for Under The Rainbow. Every week we will host a different event that will cater to those that play over, around and under the rainbow. Thursdays, 8-11 p.m.

912-988-1052. Mediterranean Tavern, 125 Foxfield Way. VALENTINE’S DAY WEDDINGS IN THE DAVENPORT HOUSE GARDEN 24 TIME SLOTS: Between 9:15 to 11:15 am; 1:15 to 3:15 pm; 5:15 to 7 p.m. Get married in the Museum’s beautiful courtyard garden and make it a Valentine’s Day to remember!

Ceremonies will be offered every 15 minutes. Confirmed reservations are highly recommended as the event tends to sell out. $150 Tue., Feb. 14, 9:15 a.m.-7 p.m. 912236-8097. info@davenporthousemuseum. org. davenporthousemuseum.org.

Davenport House, 324 East State St. VOW RENEWAL CEREMONY Rev. Billy Hester and his wife Chrei will lead a vow renewal ceremony, free to all married couples. Tue., Feb. 14, 7 p.m. savannahcitymarket.com. City Market, Jefferson at West Saint Julian St. W.W. LAW LECTURE Featuring Julieanna Richardson, founder and executive director of The HistoryMakers, the nation’s largest African American video oral history collection, housed in the Library of Congress. Thu., Feb. 9, 6:30 p.m. telfair. org/jepson/. Jepson Center for the Arts, 207 West York St.

FESTIVALS

SAVANNAH BLACK HERITAGE FESTIVAL GRAND FESTIVAL DAY Celebrate black heritage with programs, crafts, youth talent, and much more. Sat., Feb. 11, 8:30 a.m. savannahcivic.com. The Savannah Civic Center, 301 West Oglethorpe Ave. SPRINGTIME MADE IN THE SOUTH The popular annual Spring crafts show featuring hand-crafted items and designs returns to the Savannah International Trade and Convention Center. See hand-thrown pottery, jewelry, regional art and artists, basket weaving, colorful purses and totes, metal working, hand-made furniture, glass crafts and more. $7 Fri., Feb. 10, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sat., Feb. 11, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. and Sun., Feb. 12, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. savtcc.com.

Savannah International Trade & Convention Center, 1 International Dr.

FITNESS

$8 COMMUNITY MEDITATION CLASSES Join us for breath work, guided meditation, and yoga nidra, a deep relaxation technique to relieve stress, quiet the mind, and find the calm within. All proceeds support local organizations. $8 Sundays, 6-7 p.m. 912349-2756.

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AERIAL YOGA CLASSES Increase flexibility and strength using aerial yoga, a relatively new approach to a traditional yoga practice. We use a silk fabric called a ‘hammock’ to support the weight of our bodies, helping us achieve various postures with more depth, ease and excitement. Every Saturday. Class size limited. Required to register online ahead of time. $25 Saturdays, 12:30-1:45 p.m.

954.682.5694. elyse.thestudio@yahoo. com. thestudiosav.net/schedule.html. thestudiosav.net/. The STUDIO, 2805-B Lacy Ave. AL-ANON FAMILY GROUPS An anonymous fellowship of relatives and friends of alcoholics. The message of Al-Anon is one of strength and hope for friends/family of problem drinkers. Al-Anon is for adults. Alateen is for people age 13-19.

Meetings daily throughout the Savannah area. check website or call for info. ongoing.

912-598-9860. savannahalanon.com.

BALLET BODY TONING Ballet Body Toning is a ballet inspired workout designed to improve balance, flexibility, and use body resistance to strengthen core, legs & booty. This workout is low impact and scorches major calories and teaches you basic ballet! Call to make a reservation before class. This is a semiprivate class so space is limited! $10.00 Wednesdays, Sundays, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

732.232.3349. FitnessFoodWine@gmail. com. thestudiosav.net/. The STUDIO, 2805-B Lacy Ave. BEACH BODY WORKOUTS WITH LAURA MONDAYS at 6:15 PM at the Lake Mayer Community Center $5.00 per session Mondays, 6:15 p.m. (912) 652-6784. Lake Mayer, 1850 E. Montgomery Crossroads.

BEASTMODE FITNESS GROUP TRAINING Train with this elite team. A total body program that trims, tones and gets results.

Personal training options available. See website for info. Meets at West Broad YMCA. 5am-6am and 8pm-9pm. ongoing. beastmodefitnessga.com. YMCA-West Broad St, 1110 May St. BEGINNING POLE FITNESS Pole fitness is a fun and flirty way to get in shape! Taught by Pole Dance America National Professional Champion Sabrina Madsen, you’ll learn the basics of pole dance in a safe and welcoming environment. Gain strength, balance and confidence. Beginner Classes are open to all shapes and sizes and are for ladies only (men welcome at our Intermediate Class). $25 for drop-in or $100 for a package of 5 classes Tuesdays, 8-9 p.m. 801.673.6737. info@firstcityfitness.com. firstcityfitness. com/pole-fitnessparties.html. First City Fitness, 2127 1/2 Victory Dr. BLUE WATER YOGA Community donation-based classes, Tues. and Thurs., 5:45pm - 7:00pm.

Fri., 9:30am-10:30am. Email for info or find Blue Water Yoga on Facebook. ongoing. egs5719@aol.com. Talahi Island Community Club, 532 Quarterman Dr. DANCE DYNAMIX Dance DynaMix is a choreographed dance fitness class inspired by funky hip hop and sleek jazz moves! No dance experience required. Call 732.232.3349 to reserve

your spot ahead of time, as class space is limited. Stay after class for a 30 minute stretch to wind down for the weekend with! $10.00 Wednesdays, Fridays, 10-11 a.m.

732.232.3349. FitnessFoodWine@gmail. com. thestudiosav.net/. The STUDIO, 2805-B Lacy Ave. FITNESS CLASSES AT THE JEA Sin, firm it up, yoga, Pilates, water aerobics, Aquasize, senior fitness, and Zumba. Prices vary. Call for schedule. ongoing. 912-3558811. savj.org. savannahjea.org. Jewish Educational Alliance, 5111 Abercorn St. FREE CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP For anyone caring for senior citizens with any affliction or illness. Second Saturday of the month, 10am-11am. Savannah Commons, 1 Peachtree Dr. Refreshments.

Free to attend. Open to anyone in need of support for the caregiving they provide. ongoing. savannahcommons.com.

FREE YOGA FOR CANCER PATIENTS St. Joseph’s/Candler’s Center for WellBeing offers Free Yoga for Cancer Patients every Monday from 1:30 – 2:30 p.m. in Candler’s Heart & Lung Building, Suite 100. The very gentle movements and breath work in this class will give you much needed energy, it will make your body feel better, and it will give you a mental release. This class is free to cancer patients. Mondays, 1:30-2:30 p.m.

912-819-8800. sjchs.org/. Candler Hospital, 5353 Reynolds St. FUNCTIONAL TRAINING CLASS Celebrate fall with a Saturday morning workout class. All levels welcome. A smooth mix of cardio and strengthening exercises.

Call Kara 912-667-0487 if interested. ongoing. Downtown Savannah, downtown.

GET EXCITED AND MOVE This program is designed to combat the effects of Parkinson disease for Savannah/ Chatham-area people and their caregiver.

The activities are designed to enhance and improve muscular strength, and endurance, coordination, agility, flexibility, speed work, and voice command. $10 a month Mondays-Wednesdays, 10:30-11:30 a.m. & 6-7 p.m. and Tuesdays-Thursdays, 10:3011:30 a.m. 912-376-9833. psgsav@gmail. com. Anderson-Cohen Weightlifting Center, 7230 Varnedoe Drive.

DUDE’S DAY AT SAVANNAH CLIMBING COOP Thursdays, 2 til 10 p.m. Savannah Climbing Coop 302 W Victory Dr, Savannah Every Thursday men climb for half price, $5. See website for info. Thursdays, 2 & 10 p.m.

912-495-8010. savannahclimbingcoop.com.

Savannah Climbing CoOp, 302 W Victory Dr. HIKING & BIKING AT SKIDAWAY ISLAND STATE PARK Year round fitness opportunities. Walk or run the 1-mile Sandpiper Nature Trail (accessible) the additional 1-mile Avian Loop Trail, or 3-mile Big Ferry Trail. Bicycle and street strider rentals. Guided hikes scheduled. $5 parking. Open daily 7am10pm. Call or see website. ongoing.

912-598-2300. gastateparks.org/ SkidawayIsland. gastateparks.org/info/ skidaway/. Skidaway Island State Park, 52 Diamond Cswy.

KUNG FU SCHOOL: VING TSUN Ving Tsun (Wing Chun) is the world’s fastest growing martial arts style. Uses angles

and leverage to turn an attacker’s strength against him. Call for info on free trial classes. Drop ins welcome. 11202 White Bluff Rd. ongoing. 912-429-5150.

LET’S DANCE, SAVANNAH! The Coastal Health District hosts this event that features local dance groups and a variety of dance styles that help participants dance their way toward better heart health.

Sat., Feb. 11, 10:30 a.m. savannahmall. com/. Savannah Mall, 14045 Abercorn Street.

LIVING SMART FITNESS CLUB St. Joseph’s/Candler African-American Health Information and Resource Center offer the Living Smart Fitness Club, which is an exercise program to encourage healthy lifestyle changes. On Mondays and Wednesdays the classes are held at the John S. Delaware Center. On Tuesdays, the classes are held at the center, at 1910 Abercorn Street. Classes include Zumba (Tuesdays) and Hip-Hop low impact aerobics with cardio and strengthening exercises (Mondays/Wednesdays).

Mondays, Wednesdays, 6:30-7:30 p.m. and Tuesdays, 5:30-7 p.m. 912-447-6605.

Delaware Recreation Center, 1815 Lincoln St. MOMMY AND BABY YOGA Mondays. Call for times and fees or see website. ongoing. 912-232-2994. savannahyoga.com. savannahyoga.com/.

Savannah Yoga Center, 1321 Bull St. PILATES CLASSES Daily classes for all skill levels including beginners. Private and semi-private classes by appointment. Carol Daly-Wilder, certified instructor. Call or see website for info. ongoing. 912-238-0018. savannahpilates. com. pilatessavannah.com/. Momentum Pilates Studio, 8413 Rerguson Ave. PINTS + POSES BREWERY YOGA Join Melissa at Southbound Brewing Company every first Saturday of the month at 12pm as she walks you through her 90 minute light hearted yoga class. The session includes 6 samples and a souvenir koozie.

Immediately following the yoga session are public tours & tastings. $25 includes beer | $12 yoga only Sat., Feb. 11, 12-2 p.m. 912667-0033. natalie@southboundbrewingco. com. https://facebook.com/PintsPoses-1203581879668449/. Southbound Brewing Company, 107 East Lathrop Ave. PREGNANCY YOGA Ongoing series of 6-week classes.

Thursdays. A mindful approach to pregnancy, labor and delivery. Instructor Ann Carroll. $120. Call or email for info. ongoing. 912-704-7650. ann@aikyayoga. com. savannahyoga.com/. Savannah Yoga Center, 1321 Bull St. PREGNANCY YOGA CLASSES Pregnancy is a transitional time when many physical and emotional changes take place. Pregnancy Yoga is about honoring these changes in ourselves, our body and our baby. Yoga strengthens the rapidly changing body and increases the ability to relax, and helps to prepare for a more mindful approach to the challenges of pregnancy, labor, delivery, and motherhood.

Pregnancy Yoga classes are offered as a 6 week session on Thursday evenings from 6pm – 7:15 pm. The class is suitable for

all stages of pregnancy and no prior yoga experience is necessary. $120 - six week session Thursdays. 912-704-7650. ann@ douladeliveries.com. douladeliveries.com. savannahyoga.com/. Savannah Yoga Center, 1321 Bull St. QIGONG CLASSES Qigong exercises contribute to a healthier and longer life. Classes offer a time to learn the exercises and perform them in a group setting. Class length averages 60 min. Any level of practice is welcome. $15 ongoing. qigongtim.com/.

RENAGADE WORKOUT Free fitness workout, every Saturday, 9:00 am at Lake Mayer Park. For women only.

Offered by The Fit Lab. Information: 912376-0219 ongoing. Lake Mayer, 1850 E. Montgomery Crossroads.

RICHMOND HILL ROADIES RUNNING CLUB A chartered running club of the Road Runners Association of America. Monthly training sessions and seminars. Weekly runs. Kathy Ackerman, 912-756-5865, or Billy Tomlinson, 912-596-5965. ongoing.

LADIES DAY AT SAVANNAH CLIMBING COOP Wednesdays, 2 til 10 p.m. Savannah Climbing Coop 302 W Victory Dr, Savannah Every Wednesday women climb for half price, $5. See website for info. ongoing. 912495-8010. savannahclimbingcoop.com.

SAVANNAH DISC GOLF Weekly events (entry $5) Friday Night Flights: Fridays, 5pm. Luck of the Draw Doubles: Saturdays, 10am.

Handicapped League: Saturdays, 1pm.

Singles at the Sarge: Sundays, 10am.

All skill levels welcome. Instruction available. See website or email for info. ongoing. savannahdiscgolf@gmail.com. savannahdiscgolf.com.

SAVANNAH STRIDERS RUNNING AND WALKING CLUB With a one-year, $35 membership,free training programs for beginners (walkers and runners) and experienced athletes.

Fun runs. Advice from mentors. Monthly meetings with quality speakers. Frequent social events. Sign up online or look for the Savannah Striders Facebook page. ongoing. savystrider.com.

TURBO KICK CARDIO WORKOUT Lose calories while dancing and kick-boxing.

No experience or equipment needed. Tues. and Thurs. 6pm, Fitness on Broughton, 1 E. Broughton Wed. 6pm Lake Mayer Community Center, 1850 E. Montgomery Crossroads. $5 ongoing. 586-822-1021. facebook.com/turbokicksavannah.

YOGA FOR CANCER PATIENTS AND SURVIVORS Free for cancer patients and survivors. The classes help with flexibility and balance while also providing relaxation. Located at FitnessOne, on the third floor of the Memorial Outpatient and Wellness Center.

Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m. and Thursdays, 12:45 p.m. 912-350-9031. memorialhealth.com/.

Memorial Health University Medical Center, 4700 Waters Ave. ZUMBA FITNESS Isn’t lifting weights and running on the treadmill boring? Come join Sheena’s

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Zumba Fitness class and have fun while burning calories! The class regularly has 75+ participants that know that Sheena is the best Zumba instructor in Savannah!

So show up early and see you soon!

Free with YMCA membership Tuesdays, 4:30-5:30 p.m. 912-354-6223. https:// facebook.com/ZumbaFitnesswithSheena/. ymcaofcoastalga.org/. YMCA (Habersham Branch), 6400 Habersham St. ZUMBA FITNESS (R) WITH APRIL Mondays at 5:30pm, Thursdays at 6:30pm.

Nonstop Fitness in Sandfly, 8511 Ferguson Ave. $5 for nonmenbers. call for info. ongoing. 912-349-4902.

FOOD & DRINK EVENTS

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BETHESDA FARM AND GARDENS STAND Each week, this popular organic farm stand, managed by Bethesda students and staff, sells fresh produce, seasonal vegetables, herbs, free range eggs, a variety of plants, goat milk soap, firewood and more. In addition, 100 percent grass fed ground beef in various quantities are available at the farm stand, which is raised and distributed

by Bethesda Academy’s Cattle & Beef Operation. Specialty cuts are also available. merrin.slocombe@bethesdaacademy.org. bethesdaacademy.org. Bethesda Academy, 9250 Ferguson Ave. BRING IN YOUR KRYSTAL’S RECEIPT AND RECEIVE FIFTY PERCENT OFF Save your Krystal’s receipt from February 2-5, because starting February 6-9 guests who come into any participating Krystal’s location with the receipt will receive fifty percent off that same order. For more information please contact Peyton Sadler 305-631-2283 or peyton@inklinkmarketing. com Krystal, 5405 Abercorn St. FIRE & WINE Half priced bottles of wine, campfires in the courtyard, marshmallows and s’mores kits. 912-401-0543. info@foxyloxycafe.com. foxyloxycafe.com. Foxy Loxy Cafe, 1919 Bull St. FORSYTH FARMERS MARKET Local and regional produce, honey, meat, dairy, pasta, baked goods and other delights.

Rain or shine. Free to attend. Items for sale.

912-484-0279. forsythfarmersmarket.com.

Forsyth Park, Drayton St. & East Park Ave. HAPPY HOUR 39 Rue De Jean favorites at happy hour prices! Enjoy $4 house wine, $4 well cocktails, $8 daily cocktail feature, Moules en Six Preparations for $8, $8 1/2 dozen raw oysters, and more. Mondays-Thursdays, Sundays, 5-7 p.m.. 912-721-0595. holycityhospitality.com/39-rue-de-jeansavannah/promotions/. holycityhospitality. com/39-rue-de-jean-savannah/. 39 Rue de Jean, 605 W Oglethorpe Ave. HONEY TASTING AND BODY CARE SAMPLES + STORE TOUR Daily honey tastings and body care demonstrations. Come see honeybees in the observation hive or call 912.629.0908 to schedule a tour of the Bee Garden. Garden tour available March through October. $3 per person. Must call ahead. Free MondaysFridays, 10 a.m.. 912-234-0688. jessie@ savannahbee.com. Savannah Bee Company, Wilmington Island, 211 Johnny Mercer Blvd.

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MISSION Local organizations are invited to sign up to prepare Sunday Supper for people who are homeless and live at Union Mission’s shelters for homeless people. Groups must sign up in advance and bring/prepare a meal, beginning at 2pm on Sundays. Call for information. ongoing. 912-236-7423.

TASTE OF LUCKY’S MARKET Sample products from all Lucky’s departments. Free luckysmarket.com/ savannah-ga/. Lucky’s Market, 5501 Abercorn St. TYBEE ISLAND FARMERS MARKET Featuring a variety of produce, baked goods, honey, granola, BBQ, sauces and dressings, popsicles, dog treats and natural body products. The market is non-smoking and pet friendly. tybeeislandfarmersmarket.com.

Stephen Johnson, 206 Miller Ave. VALENTINE’S TEA Joye Hanrahan brings her culinary talent to the annual high tea at Ashantilly. Bob Allison will be on the piano, and all are welcome.

Reservations required. $30 per person 912-437-4473. ashantillycenter@gmail.com. ashantillycenter.org/ashantilly-events. The Ashantilly Center, 15591 GA Hwy 99.

VALENTINE’S DAY DINNER The evening’s events will start with a tour of the fort followed by a lovely roast dinner for two, under the candlelight of a Civil War site. Music and dancing will be provided by the wonderful Three Fold Chord. The evening will conclude with a nighttime firing of the cannon at approximately 9 p.m. $100/ couple gastateparks.org/FortMcAllister/.

Fort McAllister Historic Park, 3894 Fort McAllister Rd. WINE SAMPLING Sample the variety of wines Lucky’s Market has to offer. luckysmarket.com/ savannah-ga/. Lucky’s Market, 5501 Abercorn St.

HEALTH

ARMSTRONG PRESCRIPTION DRUG DROP-OFF Armstrong Atlantic State Univ. hosts a permanent drop box for disposing of unused prescription drugs and over the counter medication. In the lobby of the University Police building on campus.

Open to the public 24 hours/day, year round. Confidential. All items collected are destroyed by the Drug Enforcement Administration. ongoing. 912-344-3333. armstrong.edu. about.armstrong.edu/Maps/ index.html. Armstrong State University, 11935 Abercorn St. B.A.M. ANNUAL BLOOD DRIVE One Blood has partnered with B.A.M. aka Butterflies Around Me to host a blood drive at Chili’s on Pooler Parkway. There is love in your blood and we all know that blood saves lives. 0 Sat., Feb. 11, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. 912228-0619. bam.butterfliesaroundme@gmail. com. chilis.com. Chili’s, 270 Pooler Pkwy.

BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENINGS St. Joseph’s/Candler’s SmartSenior offers blood pressure screenings on every Monday from 10 AM to Noon in the SmartSenior office, #8 Medical Arts on 836 E. 65th Street. No appointment is necessary; the screenings are free and open to the public.

For more information, call (912) 352-4405.

ongoing. St. Joseph’s/Candler Medical Arts Building, 836 E. 65th St. FAMILY TO FAMILY CLASS Free 12 week course for family and caregivers of individuals with mental illness. Meets once a week for 2 1/2 hours.

FREE Mondays, 6-8:30 p.m. 912-441-7724. dianebreeder@omcast.net. Wilmington Island United Methodist Church, 195 Wilmington Island Rd. FREE HEARING AND SPEECH SCREENING Hearing: Thursdays, 9am-11am.

Speech: First Thursdays. Call or see website for times. ongoing. 912-3554601. savannahspeechandhearing.org. savannahspeechandhearing.org/. Savannah Speech and Hearing Center, 1206 E 66th St. FREE HEARING SCREENINGS The Savannah Speech and Hearing Center offers free hearing screenings every Thursday from 9-11 a.m. Children ages three years old to adults of all ages are screened on a first-come, first-serve basis by a trained audiology assistant. If necessary, a full audiological evaluation will be recommended. Free and open to the public Thursdays, 9-11 a.m. 912355-4601. speechandhearingsav.org. savannahspeechandhearing.org/. Savannah Speech and Hearing Center, 1206 E 66th St. FREE HIV TESTING AT CHATHAM COUNTY HEALTH DEPT. Free walk-in HIV testing. 8am-4pm Mon.-Fri. No appointment needed. Test results in 20 minutes. Follow-up visit and counseling will be set up for anyone testing positive. Call for info. ongoing. 912-644-5217. Chatham County Health Dept., 1395 Eisenhower Dr. HEALTH CARE FOR UNINSURED PEOPLE Open for primary care for uninsured residents of Chatham County. Mon.Fri., 8:30am-3:30pm. Call for info or appointment. ongoing. 912-443-9409. St. Joseph’s/Candler--St. Mary’s Health Center, 1302 Drayton St. HYPNOSIS, GUIDED IMAGERY AND RELAXATION THERAPY Helps everyday ordinary people with everyday ordinary problems: smoking, weight loss, phobias, fears, ptsd, life coaching. Caring, qualified professional help. See website or call for info. ongoing.

912-927-3432. savannahypnosis.com.

LA LECHE LEAGUE OF SAVANNAH A breast feeding support group for new/ expectant monthers. Meeting/gathering first Thursdays, 10am. Call or see website for location and other info. ongoing. 912-8979544. lllusa.org/web/savannahga.html.

LABOR AND DELIVERY TOUR Want to take a look around before the big day? Register for a tour of our labor and delivery areas. The tour is held once a month and fills up quickly, so please register early. Call 912-350-BORN (2676). second Sunday of every month. memorialhealth. com/. Memorial Health University Medical Center, 4700 Waters Ave. LIVING SMART FITNESS CLUB An exercise program encouraging healthy lifestyle changes. Mon. & Wed. 6pm-7:15pm Hip Hop low impact aerobics at Delaware Center. Tues. 5:30-7:00 Zumba at St. Joseph’s Candler African American Resource Center. (Program sponsors.)

ongoing. 912-447-6605.

MAYBE YOU’RE NOT SICK, YOU’RE THRISTY Are You Sick of being Sick? Learn the first step in helping your body get on the road to healing itself. Every Tuesday we will educate you on the dangers of bottled, tap, reverse osmosis, distilled, spring, and yes even bottled alkaline water. See this eye opening demonstration for your safety and for your health. We will serve Kangen water, test your water and give you a sample to take home if you qualify. NO CHARGE Tuesdays, 6-7:30 p.m. 703.989.6995. oggisavannah@ gmail.com. goodh20.yourbodyiswater.com.

Nuts About Savannah, 14045 Abercorn St.(Savannah Mall).

PLANNED PARENTHOOD HOTLINE First Line is a statewide hotline for women seeking information on health services.

Open 7pm-11pm nightly. ongoing. 800-2647154.

PREPARED CHILDBIRTH CLASS This course gives an overview of reproductive anatomy and physiology and explains the process of labor and delivery in simple, easy-to-understand terms. The four-week course includes a tour of the labor and delivery unit. This class is popular, so please register early $75 per couple Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m. 912-350-2676. memorialhealth.com/. Memorial Health University Medical Center, 4700 Waters Ave. THE SAVANNAH 7-DAY DIABETES REPAIR If you are ready to take control of your life and health, call today, enroll in this fun but intensive seven week program to heal your body of diabetes. You will learn how changing can heal. You can reverse diabetes by following a new protocol, even if you have been diabetic for years.

Includes over a year of follow-up support. $450 Thursdays, Saturdays. 912-598-8457. jeff@heartbeatsforlife-ga.org. Southwest Chatham Library, 14097 Abercorn St.

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HEALTHY KIDS CLUB The Healthy Kids Club’s mission is to educate and inspire children to take part in their local farmers market while enjoying nutritious foods and empowering their families to make healthy choices at home. Saturdays, 9:15-9:45 a.m. wifarmersmarket@aol.com. Wilmington Island Farmers Market, 111 Walthour Rd. SAVANNAH CHILDREN’S MUSEUM SCHOOL YEAR HOURS SCM hours beginning 8/31/13 will be Sunday 11am-4pm; Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4pm. Open on holiday Mondays that SCC Public Schools are not in session including Labor Day. For more details go to savannahchildrensmuseum.org ongoing.

Savannah Children’s Museum, 655 Louisville Road.

TODDLER TIME Bring your 2-4 year old to enjoy stories, games and learning designed just for them.

Each week there will be a different naturebased theme. $5 parking Thursdays, 10 a.m. gastateparks.org/skidawayisland. gastateparks.org/info/skidaway/. Skidaway Island State Park, 52 Diamond Cswy.

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LITERARY EVENTS

COMPROMISE AND CONTENTION: HOW LEGISLATION AND COURT CASES SHAPED SLAVERY AND ABOLITION Presented by Dr. Christina Davis of Savannah State University. Part of Senior Citizens, Inc.’s winter lecture series. $6 Wed., Feb. 8, 1:30 p.m. seniorcitizens-inc.org.

Senior Citizens Inc., 3025 Bull St. DEEP SPEAKS Twice a year, Deep Center publishes books featuring the original, vivid, and fearless stories, poems, and plays of the young writers in the Young Author Project, which works with public middle school students.

Mon., Feb. 13, 6 p.m. savannahtheatre.com.

The Historic Savannah Theatre, 222 Bull St.

FEARS MY SISTER TAUGHT ME An evening of stories about growing up Jin Hi Soucy Rand’s little brother.... younger brother. $5 or what you will Fri., Feb. 10, 8 p.m. musesavannah.org/. Muse Arts Warehouse, 703 Louisville Rd. HISTORICAL WRITERS GUILD The HWG will endeavor to offer a variety of programs for both published and unpublished writers to promote historical fiction and creative non-fiction. All compatible and cross-genre works to historical writing are welcome. HWG is also open to hobbyist writers to enjoy a relaxed and fun environment. Annual dues $20 second Monday of every month, 7-9 p.m. 713-907-8627. hwg.rh@comcast.net.

Richmond Hill Museum, 11460 Ford Ave. LECTURE: THE 11 AFRICAN AMERICANBORN PRESIDENTS IN WORLD HISTORY: SHARING THE RESEARCH A talk by Dr. David Smith, Ph.D., MBA, historian and scholar. Part of the Savannah Black Heritage Festival. Sun., Feb. 12, 3 p.m.

Beach Institute, 502 E. Harris St.

NATURE AND ENVIRONMENT

BEGINNING BIRDING Ogeechee Audubon, US Fish & Wildlife and Marine Extension-Sea Grant offering for those interested in birding but do not know where to start. Experienced birders will assist with bird guide, identification apps for cell phones, binoculars and spotting scopes.

Loaner binoculars will be available for those

who do not have their own. Limited to 15 people. Free and open to the public Sat., Feb. 11, 9 a.m. joel_vos@fws.gov. Savannah National Wildlife Refuge, Laurel Hill Wildlife Drive off S.C. 170.

COFFEE WITH A RANGER Start your morning right by getting coffee and having a discussion with a park ranger.

Fridays, 8:30 a.m. gastateparks.org/info/ skidaway/. Skidaway Island State Park, 52 Diamond Cswy.

DOLPHIN PROJECT Dolphin Project’s Education Outreach Program is available to speak at schools, clubs, organizations. A powerpoint presentation with sound and video about estuarine dolphins and their environment.

Age/grade appropriate programs and handouts. See website for info. ongoing. thedolphinproject.org.

THE DOLPHIN PROJECT This program and training workshop is about the local wild estuarine Bottlenose dolphins, presented by the Dolphin Project.

Sat., Feb. 11, 10 a.m. thedolphinproject@ gmail.com. thedolphinproject.org. Richmond Hill Public Library, 9607 Ford Ave. GREENDRINKS SAVANNAH A happy hour networking gathering for folks who want to save the Earth. Second Tuesday of each month at 5:30pm. Location varies monthly. Check the “GreenDrinks Savannah” facebook page. Free to attend.

Cash bar. second Tuesday of every month, 5 p.m. cha-bella.com/. Cha Bella Grill & Patio

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Cigars • Hookahs • Incense • Pipe Tobacco • Candles • Hookah Tobacco • Cigarette Tobacco Bidis • Jewelry • Posters • Specialty Cigarettes • And More!

912-920-2255 www.mysmokecity.com

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LGBT

FIRST CITY NETWORK Georgia’s oldest LGBT organization (founded in 1985) is a local non-profit community service organization whose mission is to share resources of health care, counseling, education, advocacy and mutual support in the Coastal Empire. Members and guests enjoy many special events throughout the year, including First Saturday Socials held the first Saturday of each month at 7pm.

Mondays. 912-236-CITY. firstcitynetwork. org.

GAY AA MEETING True Colors Group of Alcoholics Anonymous, a gay and lesbian AA meeting that welcomes all alcoholics, meets Thursdays and Sundays, 7:30pm, at the Unitarian Universalist Church, 311 E. Harris, 2nd floor. New location effective 11/2012. ongoing.

SAVANNAH PRIDE, INC. Organizes the annual Savannah Pride Festival and helps promote the well-being

of the LGBTQI community in the South.

Mission: unity through diversity and social awareness. Second Tuesday/month. PO Box 6044, Savannah, GA 31414. 501c nonprofit. ongoing. info@savannahpride.com. savannahpride.com.

STAND OUT YOUTH A gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and questioning youth organization. Meets every Friday at 7pm. Call, email or see website for info. Fridays, 7-9 p.m. 912-288-1034. info@standoutyouth.org. standoutyouth. org. Vineyard Church Office, 1020 Abercorn Street.

WHAT MAKES A FAMILY A children’s therapy group for children of GLBT parents. Ages 10 to 18. Meets twice a month. Call for info. ongoing. 912-352-2611.

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ISLAND WILDLIFE CENTER Toddlers 6 months to 4 years, and their adults. Themed programs--story books, singing songs, finger puppet plays, crafts, guided walks, up close encounters with Oatland animals. Preregister by 4pm Monday. $5 children. Gen. Admission for adults ($5 or $3 for military & seniors) Tuesdays. 912-395-1500. oatlandisland.org. oatlandisland.org/. Oatland Island Wildlife Center, 711 Sandtown Rd.

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Bar, 102 East Broad St. SECOND SATURDAY PRESENTATION SERIES Each second Saturday of the month, the Wildlife Refuge hosts a presentation by staff, volunteers, and local conservation partners to help the public learn more about the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.

Free second Saturday of every month, 1-2 p.m. 843-784-2468. SavannahCoastal@ fws.gov. https://facebook.com/ SavannahCoastalRefugesComplex/.

Savannah National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center, 694 Beech Hill Lane.

WALK ON THE WILD SIDE A two-mile Native Animal Nature Trail winds through maritime forest, freshwater wetland, salt marsh habitats, featuring live native animal exhibits. Open daily, 10am-4pm except Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Years.

Call or see website for info. ongoing. 912395-1500. oatlandisland.org. oatlandisland. org/. Oatland Island Wildlife Center, 711 Sandtown Rd. WILDERNESS SOUTHEAST A variety of programs each month including guided trips with naturalists. Canoe trips, hikes. Mission: develop appreciation, understanding, stewardship, and enjoyment of the natural world. Call or see website for info. ongoing. 912-236-8115. wildernesssoutheast.org.

PETS & ANIMALS

FEB 8-14, 2017

LOW COST PET CLINIC TailsSpin and Dr. Stanley Lester, DVM, host low-cost pet vaccine clinics for students, military and seniors the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month. 5pm-6pm.

Vaccinations: $12, ($2 is donated to Savannah pet rescue agencies). See website for info. ongoing. tailsspin.com. tailsspin. com. TailsSpin Pet Supplies Store, 4501 Habersham St., Habersham Village.

OPERATION NEW HOPE Operation New Hope allows inmates to train unadoptable dogs from the Humane Society for Greater Savannah. The goals of the program are to decrease the recidivism rate among Chatham County inmates, help inmates learn a new skill, and help previously unadoptable dogs find loving homes. The graduated dogs are available for adoption can be viewed at www.humansocietvsav.org, and www. chathamsheriff.org. Operation New Hope is funded by the Humane Society and community donations. ongoing. chathamsheriff.org. humanesocietysav.org/.

Humane Society for Greater Savannah, 7215 Sallie Mood Dr. RESCUE ROUND-UP Find your new furry friend from a wide selection of dogs from six local pet rescue organizations. second Saturday of every month, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. hipsterhound. net. Find your new furry best friend from multiple rescues at the Rescue Round-Up Pet Adoption Event. Multiple rescues will be on hand with a large variety of dogs. second Saturday of every month, 11 a.m. 912-4366560. hipsterhound.net. The Hipster Hound, 115 Echols Ave. ST. ALMO’S Savannah True Animal Lovers Meeting 50 Others. Informal dog walks on Sundays,

5pm (weather permitting). Meet at Canine Palace. Call for info. ongoing. 912-234-3336. caninepalacesavannah.com. Canine Palace Inc, 618 Abercorn St.

RELIGIOUS & SPIRITUAL

BAND OF SISTERS PRAYER GROUP All women are invited. Second Tuesdays, 7:30am-8:30am. Fellowship Assembly, 5224 Augusta Rd. Email or call Jeanne Seaver or see website for info. “The king’s heart is like channels of water in the hands of the Lord.” (Prov. 21:1) ongoing. 912-663-8728. jeanneseaver@aol.com. capitolcom.org/ georgia.

BUDDHIST MEDITATION Everyone is welcome. Experience not necessary. Visit our website for location, meditation periods and classes. savannahzencenter.com. Individual instruction upon request. Email Cindy Un Shin Beach at revfugon@gmail.com for more information. ongoing. Online only, none.

CATHOLIC SINGLES A group of Catholic singles age 30-50 meet frequently for fun, fellowship and service.

Send email or check website to receive announcements of activities and to suggest activities for the group. ongoing. familylife@ diosav.org. diosav.org/familylife-singles.

GRATITUDE CIRCLE IN THE SQUARES Gather with others to share gratitude.

Everyone welcome. Park next to Bull Street Library. Wednesdays, 12-12:30 p.m. 917-676-4280. facebook.com/ savannahgratitude. liveoakpl.org. Bull Street Library, 2002 Bull St. GUIDED SILENT PRAYER Acoustical songs, 30 minutes of guided silent prayer, and minutes to receive prayer or remain in silence. Wednesdays, 6:45-8:00pm at Vineyard Church, 615 Montgomery St. See website for info. ongoing. vineyardsavannah.org.

JESUS YESHUA Holidays and plans for 2017 underway for young adults and college Christians.

Contact Reverend Brenda Lee @yahoo.com or call (912) 236-3156. ongoing. No physical address given, none.

MARITIME BETHEL “Sundays on Thursdays” worship at the Fellowship Assembly. Plenty of parking for large trucks. Free Thursdays. 912-220-2976.

The Fellowship Assembly of God Church, 5224 Augusta Road.

A NEW CHURCH IN THE CITY, FOR THE CITY Gather on Sundays at 10:30am. Like the Facebook page “Savannah Church Plant.” ongoing. Bryson Hall, 5 E. Perry St. NEW ORLEANS BAPTIST THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY Courses are now being offered at the new Savannah Extension of New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary. Full course loads for both Undergraduate and Graduate Degrees will be offered. Apply now at www.nobts. edu to start classes this winter. ongoing.

912-232-1033. revwasson@gmail.com.

Savannah Baptist Center, 704 Wheaton Street.

PSYCHIC MEDIUM YOUR PAL, ERIN Ready to reconnect you with your loved ones who’ve passed and your own inner

knowing? I’m here to help. Let’s all work together to create the amazing new life you truly desire, releasing old situations that no longer serve you. Readings available in person and by phone. 60 minutes, $65.

Group readings of 5 or more, $30 per person for 20 minutes. Get your personalized, 45 minute prerecorded “Tuesday Tune-Up” emailed to your inbox for just $45. Visit www.yourpalerin.com for more information or contact psychicyourpalerin@gmail.com today. ongoing. Online only, none.

READ THE BIBLE IN ONE YEAR A Bible book club for those wanting to read the Bible in one year. Open to all. Book club format, not a traditional Bible study. All welcome, regardless of race, creed, sexual orientation, religion. Thurs. 6:00pm-7:00pm.

Call for info. ongoing. 912-233-5354. Holy Spirit Lutheran Church, 622 E. 37th Street.

SAVANNAH FRIENDS MEETING (QUAKERS) Un-programmed worship. 11am Sundays, third floor of Trinity United Methodist Church. Call or email for info.

All are welcome. ongoing. 636-2331772. savannahquakers@gmail.com. trinitychurch1848.org/. Trinity United Methodist Church, 225 West President St. SAVANNAH REIKI SHARE During shares, participants take turns giving and receiving universal life force energy via Reiki and other healing modalities. Present at the shares are usually no less than 2 Reiki Masters. Come share with us on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of every month at the Sweet Water Spa in downtown Savannah.

Sign up at Savannah Reiki Share or Reiki by Appointment on Facebook. Free ongoing, 7 p.m. 440-371-5209. Sweet Water Spa, 148 Abercorn Street.

SERVICE OF COMPLINE Enter the stillness of another age. Gregorian Chant sung by candlelight at 9:00-9:30 p.m. every Sunday night by the Complne Choir of Christ Church Anglican. Come, say good nigh to God. All are welcome. ongoing.

Christ Church Anglican, 37th and Bull.

SOUTH VALLEY BAPTIST CHURCH Weekly Sunday services. Sunday school, 10:00am. Worship, 11:30am. Tuesday Bible Study/Prayer Service, 6:30pm. Pastor Rev. Dr. Barry B. Jackson, 480 Pine Barren Road, Pooler, GA “Saving a nation one soul at a time.” ongoing.

TAPESTRY CHURCH A church for all people! We don’t care what you are wearing, just that you are here.

From the moment you walk in until the moment you leave, Tapestry is committed to delivering a creative, challenging, straight forward, and honest message about the role of biblical principles in your life. Come experience an environment that helps you connect with God and discover his incredible purpose for your life. Join us every Sunday morning 10AM at the Habersham YMCA. Sundays, 10 a.m. tapestrysavannah.com. ymcaofcoastalga.org/. YMCA (Habersham Branch), 6400 Habersham St. THEOLOGY ON TAP Meets on the third Monday, 8:30pm-10:30pm. Like the Facebook page: Theology on Tap Downtown Savannah. ongoing. distillerysavannah.com. The Distillery, 416 W. Liberty St.

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FILM: RUN, SIMON, RUN Unknown even by most fans of iconic action-comedy star Burt Reynolds, this is an exceedingly well-made tale of a Papago Indian (played by Reynolds) who returns to his reservation after a prison term and searches for his brother’s killer. $7 Wed., Feb. 8, 8 p.m. sentientbean.com. The Sentient Bean, 13 E. Park Ave. FILM: WALKABOUT Starring Jenny Agutter and Luc Roeg.

Two young siblings are stranded in the Australian Outback and are forced to cope on their own. They meet an Australian boy on “walkabout”: a ritual separation from his tribe, who helps them find food and return to civilization. Free for SCAD card holders, $8 for public Sat., Feb. 11, 7 p.m. www2.scad. edu/venues/trustees/. Trustees Theater, 216 East Broughton St. FILM: MCCABE & MRS. MILLER The story’s a classic: A gambler and a prostitute become business partners in a remote Old West mining town, and their enterprise thrives until a large corporation arrives on the scene. $10 Thu., Feb. 9, 7-9 p.m. 912-472-4790. info@tybeeposttheater. org. https://tybeeposttheater.showare.com/. tybeeposttheater.org. Tybee Post Theater, 10 Van Horn.

FILM: THE DAKOTA 38 Veterans for Peace Savannah Chapter presents the moving story of Jim Miller, a Native spiritual leader and Vietnam veteran who follows a dream across the great plains of South Dakota, leading him and others on horseback to a river bank in Minnesota on the anniversary of the largest mass execution in US history. Free Sun., Feb. 12, 6:30-9 p.m. 315-440-9341. tegrif3003@yahoo.com. https://facebook. com/vfpsavannah/. sentientbean.com. The Sentient Bean, 13 E. Park Ave. PUNK ROCK MOVIE NIGHT Join the Sentient Bean for a monthly series of movies directly inspired by punk music, fashion or general attitude. The movie will start promptly at 8PM. Admission is free for customers. Attendees are invited to discuss and or promote any events or shows happening around town. second Saturday of every month, 8 p.m. sentientbean.com. The Sentient Bean, 13 E. Park Ave.

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ADULT AND JUNIOR TENNIS CLINICS On Thursdays. Intended for a class size of 4-8 students. Buy four classes, get the fifth class free. $15 per class ongoing.

912-201-2000. westinsavannah.com. theclubatsavannahharbor.com/index.php.

The Club at Savannah Harbor, #2 Resort Dr. ADULT COED FLAG FOOTBALL LEAGUE 8x8 Coed Flag League. Play adult sports, meet new people. Sponsored by Savannah Adult Recreation Club. Wed. nights/Sun. mornings, at locations around Savannah. $450. Minimum 8 games. Ages 18+. Coed teams. See website or call for info. ongoing.

912-220-3474. savadultrec.com.

BEARS ELITE FOOTBALL Learn the fundamentals of football. Ages 4-12. Sign up now. Mondays-Thursdays, 5:30-7:30 p.m. 912-272-6684. Daffin Park, 1198 Washington Ave.

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DERBY DEVILS ROLLER DERBY CLASSES Roller derby league offers 12-week courses for beginners, recreational scrimmaging for experienced players and two annual bootcamp programs. See website for info. ongoing. savannahderby.com.

GRIEF 101 SUPPORT GROUP Seven-week morning or evening adult support group offers tools to learn to live with loss. Tuesdays, 10am-11am; or Thursdays, 6:00pm-7:00pm. Free of charge.

Offered by Hospice Savannah, Inc. Call for info. ongoing. 912-303-9442. Full Circle Grief and Loss Center, 6000 Business Center Drive.

SATURDAY GROUP RUN OR WALK Join us in our quest for fitness. Beginners are welcome. We can help you exceed your fitness goals. Free Saturdays, 7-8:15 a.m. 912-398-4130. runthecity@live.com. savystrider.com. Lake Mayer, 1850 E. Montgomery Crossroads.

SAV. STRIDER WEEKLY GROUP RUN OR WALK DOWNTOWN Join us for a run or walk downtown or over the bridge if you’re feeling froggy. The best part is afterwards when we get coffee or whatever else your heart desires from Savannah Coffee Roasters. Free Sundays, 7-8 a.m. 912-398-4130. runthecity@live. com. savystrider.com. Savannah Coffee Roasters, 215 West Liberty Street.

SAVANNAH BIKE POLO Like regular polo, but with bikes instead of horses. Meets weekly. See facebook for info. ongoing. facebook.com/ savannahbikepolo.

ULTIMATE FRISBEE Come play Ultimate! Tuesdays and Thursdays, 5:30pm until dark. Sundays, 4:30pm until we get tired. The west side of Forsyth Park. Bring a smile, two shirts (one light or white, one dark), water, and cleats (highly recommended). ongoing. savannahultimateproject@gmail.com. savannahultimateproject.wordpress.com/ pick-up/. Forsyth Park, Drayton St. & East Park Ave. USMNT (SOCCER) AMERICAN OUTLAWS CHAPTER USMNT is a national soccer team that represents the U.S. in international soccer competitions. American Outlaws Savannah chapter of USMNT meets regularly. Call for details. ongoing. 912-398-4014. savannahflipflop.com. Flip Flop Tiki Bar & Grill, 117 Whitaker St.

SUPPORT GROUP For individuals caring for Alzheimer’s and dementia family members. Second Monday, Wilm. Isl. United Methodist Church, 195 Wilmington Island Rd. Second Thursday, Ruth Byck Adult Care Center, 64 Jasper St. Sponsored by Senior Citizens, Inc. Call for info. ongoing. 912-236-0363 x143.

AMPUTEE SUPPORT GROUP Open to all who have had limbs amputated and their families or caregivers. Call for info. ongoing. 912-355-7778.

BACK PAIN SUPPORT GROUP Second Monday of every month,7:00pm.

Denny’s Restaurant at Hwy. 204. Everyone is welcome. For more info, contact Debbie at 912-727-2959 ongoing.

BRAIN INJURY SUPPORT GROUP For traumatic brain injury survivors and their caregivers. Third Thursdays, 5pm. In the gym of the Rehabilitation Institute at Memorial. ongoing. memorialhealth.com. memorialhealth.com/. Memorial Health University Medical Center, 4700 Waters Ave. BREAST CANCER SURVIVORS GROUP Tuesdays, 5:20pm at First Presbyterian Church. For survivors and caregivers.

Call for info. ongoing. 912-844-4524. fpc. presbychurch.net. First Presbyterian Church, 520 Washington Ave. CANCER SUPPORT GROUP For anyone living with, through or beyond a cancer diagnosis. First Wednesdays, at Lewis Cancer Pavilion. Call for info. ongoing.

912-819-5704. Nancy N. and J.C. Lewis Cancer & Research Pavilion, 225 Reynolds Ave. CAREGIVER’S COFFEE Caregiver’s Coffee, an informal support group for caregivers of cancer patients, meets on the second and third Wednesday of every month in the lobby of the Nancy N. and J. C. Lewis Cancer & Research Pavilion (LCRP), located on Reynolds Street across from Candler Hospital. For more information, call 912-819-5704. second Tuesday of every month. Nancy N. and J.C. Lewis Cancer & Research Pavilion, 225 Reynolds Ave. CHILDREN’S GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP Seven week structured educational support group for children 6-17. Support, coping tools, utilizing play and activity to learn to live with loss. Free of charge. A service of Hospice Savannah, Inc. Call for dates.

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AL-ANON FAMILY GROUP MEETING ISLE OF HOPE FOR TODAY Find comfort and understanding for families and friends of alcoholics. AFG is an anonymous fellowship seeking to find serenity for those impacted by the effects of alcoholism. Free Mondays, 7-8 p.m. savannahalanon.com. St. Thomas Episcopal Church, 2 St. Thomas Ave. ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS For people who want or need to stop drinking, AA can help. Meetings daily throughout the Savannah area. Free to attend or join. Check website for meeting days/times, or call 24 hours a day. ongoing.

912-356-3688. savannahaa.com.

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ongoing. 912-303-9442. Full Circle Grief and Loss Center, 6000 Business Center Drive.

CONNECT FOR KIDS This group is for children who have a loved one with a life-limiting illness. Wednesdays, 2-3 p.m. 912-350-7845. memorialhealth. com/. Memorial Health University Medical Center, 4700 Waters Ave. DEBTORS ANONYMOUS For people with debting problems. Meets Sundays, 6:30pm at Unity of Savannah.

See website or call for info. ongoing.

912-572-6108. debtorsanonymous.org. unityofsavannah.org/. Unity Church of Savannah, 2320 Sunset Blvd.

EATING DISORDERS ANONYMOUS Free, volunteer-led support group for

recovery from anorexia/restrictive eating and/or bulimia/binge/purging. Not a diet group, nor for those who struggle solely with overeating. Mondays, 7:30pm-8:30pm. Email for info. ongoing. edasavannah@yahoo. com. Asbury Memorial United Methodist Church, 1008 Henry St. ESSENTIAL TREMOR SUPPORT GROUP For those with the disease, care partners, family and caregivers. Managing the disease, treatments and therapies, quality of life. First Thursdays, 3:00pm-4:30pm. Call for info. ongoing. 912-819-2224. Nancy N. and J.C. Lewis Cancer & Research Pavilion, 225 Reynolds Ave. FIBROMYALGIA SUPPORT GROUP Second Thursdays, 5:30pm-6:30pm. Call

or see website for info. ongoing. 912-8196743. sjchs.org. sjchs.org. Candler Heart and Lung Building, 5353 Reynolds Ave. GAMBLING PROBLEM 12 STEP PROGRAM Twelve step program offers freedom from gambling. Meets weekly. Leave message with contact info. ongoing. 912-748-4730.

GEORGIA SCLERODERMA SUPPORT GROUP A group for people with scleroderma for the greater Savannah area and surrounding counties. Meets regularly. Call for day and time. Lovezzola’s Pizza, 320 Hwy 80 West, Pooler. Info: 912-412-6675 or 912-414-3827. ongoing.

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FREE WILL ASTROLOGY ARIES (March 21-April 19)

Your reputation is in a state of fermentation. Will this process ultimately produce the metaphorical equivalent of fine wine or else something more like pungent cheese? The answer to that question will depend on how much integrity you express as you wield your clout. Be as charismatic as you dare, yes, but always in service to the greater good rather than to self-aggrandizement. You can accomplish wonders if you are saucy and classy, but you’ll spawn blunders if you’re saucy and bossy.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20)

Using a blend of warfare and diplomacy, Napoleon extended French control over much of Western Europe.

In 1804, he decided to formalize his growing sovereignty with a coronation ceremony. He departed from tradition, however. For many centuries, French kings had been crowned by the Pope. But on this occasion, Napoleon took the imperial crown from Pope Pius VII and placed it on his own head. Historian David J. Markham writes that he “was simply symbolizing that he was becoming emperor based on his own merits and the will of the people, not because of some religious consecration.” According to my reading of the astrological omens, Taurus, you have the right to perform a comparable gesture. Don’t wait for some authority to crown you. Crown yourself.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20)

Have you heard the fable about the four blind men who come upon an elephant for the first time? The first man feels the tail and declares that the thing they’ve encountered must be a rope. The second touches one of the elephant’s legs and says that they are in the presence of a tree. The third strokes the trunk and assumes it’s a snake.

Putting his hand on a tusk, the fourth man asserts that it’s a spear. I predict that this fable will NOT apply to you in the coming weeks, Gemini. You won’t focus on just one aspect of the whole and think it’s the whole. Other people in your sphere may get fooled by shortsightedness, but you will see the big picture.

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For now, at least, your brain is your primary erogenous zone. I suspect it will be generating some of your sexiest thoughts ever. To be clear, not all of these erupting streams of bliss will directly involve the sweet, snaky mysteries of wrapping your physical body around another’s. Some of the erotic pleasure will come in the form of epiphanies that awaken sleeping parts of your soul. Others might arrive as revelations that chase away months’ worth of confusion. Still others could be creative breakthroughs that liberate you from a form of bondage you’ve wrongly accepted as necessary.

SUPPORT GROUP Breast cancer patients and their caregivers in the greater Savannah, Hilton Head, and coastal Georgia area are invited to join this group. The meetings often feature presentations from the local medical community, are informal, and are conducted in a discussion format to encourage participation. For more information, call 912897-3933. second Sunday of every month, 4-6 p.m. Curtis and Elizabeth Anderson Cancer Institute (at Memorial Health Univ.

Medical Center), 4700 Waters Ave. GRIEF SUPPORT GROUPS Hospice Savannah’s Full Circle offers a full array of grief support groups and individual counseling for children, teens and adults is

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LEO (July 23-Aug. 22)

Human beings upload 300 hours of videos to Youtube every minute of every day. Among that swirling flow is a hefty amount of footage devoted exclusively to the amusing behavior of cats. Researchers estimate there are now more than two million clips of feline shenanigans.

Despite the stiff competition, I suspect there’s a much better chance than usual that your cat video will go viral if you upload it in the coming weeks. Why? In general, you Leos now have a sixth sense about how to get noticed. You know what you need to do to express yourself confidently and attract attention -- not just in regards to your cats, but anything that’s important to you.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

I know you haven’t literally been wrestling and wrangling with a sweaty angel. But if I were going to tell a fairy tale about your life lately, I’d be tempted to say this: Your rumble with the sweaty angel is not finished. In fact, the best and holiest part is still to come. But right now you have cosmic permission to take a short break and rest a while. During the lull, ratchet up your determination to learn all you can from your friendly “struggle.” Try to figure out what you’ve been missing about the true nature of the sweaty angel. Vow to become a stronger advocate for yourself and a more rigorous revealer of the wild truth.

and influential. In 2011, one of his paintings sold for $16.9 million. But one of his contemporaries, the incomparable Michelangelo, said that Titian could have been an even greater artist if he had ever mastered the art of drawing.

It seems that Titian skipped a step in his early development. Is there any way that your path resembles Titian’s, Sagittarius? Did you neglect to cultivate a basic skill that has subtly (or not so subtly) handicapped your growth ever since? If so, the coming weeks and months will be an excellent time to fix the glitch.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

Our obsessive use of digital devices has diminished our power to focus. According to a study by Microsoft, the average human attention span has shrunk to eight seconds -- one second less than that of a typical goldfish. I’m guessing, though, that you Capricorns will buck this trend in the coming weeks. Your ability to concentrate may be exceptional even by pre-Internet standards. I hope you’ll take opportunity of this fortunate anomaly to get a lot of important work and play done.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

Even if you’re not an occult wizard or pagan priestess, I suspect you now have the power to conjure benevolent love spells. There’s a caveat, however: They will only work if you cast them on yourself. Flinging them at other people would backfire. But if you do accept that limitation, you’ll be able to invoke a big dose of romantic mojo from both your lower depths and your higher self. Inspiration will be abundantly available as you work to reinvigorate your approach to intimacy and togetherness.

The time is now, Brave Aquarius. Be audacious about improving the big little things in your life. (That’s not a typo.

I did indeed use the term “big little things.”) For example: Seek out or demand more engaging responsibilities.

Bring your penetrating questions to sphinx-like authorities. Go in search of more useful riddles. Redesign the daily rhythm to better meet your unique needs. Refuse “necessary” boredom that’s not truly necessary. Trust what actually works, not what’s merely attractive. Does all that seem too bold and brazen for you to pull off? I assure you that it’s not. You have more clout than you imagine.

You also have a growing faith in your own power to make subtle fundamental shifts. (That’s not a typo. I did indeed use the term “subtle fundamental shifts.”)

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

Here’s some advice from Scorpio writer Norman Rush: “The main effort of arranging your life should be to progressively reduce the amount of time required to decently maintain yourself so that you can have all the time you want for reading.” It’s understandable that a language specialist like Rush would make the final word of the previous sentence “reading.” But you might choose a different word. And I invite you to do just that. The coming weeks will be an excellent time to devotedly carve out more time to do The Most Important Thing in Your Life.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

Sixteenth-century Italian painter Titian was renowned for his brilliant use of color. He was also prolific, versatile,

“Love does not at first mean merging, surrendering, and uniting with another person,” wrote the poet Rilke, “for what would a union be of two people who are unclarified, unfinished, and still incoherent?” That’s an excellent meditation for you to entertain during the Valentine season, Pisces. You’re in the right frame of mind to think about how you could change and educate yourself so as to get the most out of your intimate alliances. Love “is a high inducement for the individual to ripen,” Rilke said, “to become something, to become a world for the sake of another person.” (Thanks to Stephen Mitchell for much of this translation.)

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available at no charge. Counseling is offered at 450 Mall Blvd., Suite H in Savannah, and appointments are also available in the United Way offices in Rincon and in Richmond Hill. Call or see website for info. ongoing. 912-303-9442. HospiceSavannah. org/GriefSupport.

HEAD AND NECK CANCER SUPPORT GROUP MEETING This group is open to individuals with cancers of the head and neck area and their caregivers. At the meetings, we have a brief discussion from experts in the treatment of head and neck cancer and allow time for group discussion. For more information, please call Suzy Buelvas at 912-350-7845.

Wednesdays, 1-2 p.m. 912-350-7845. memorialhealth.com/. Memorial Health University Medical Center, 4700 Waters Ave. KLINEFELTER SYNDROME/47-XXY SUPPORT GROUP For parents of children with this diagnosis, and for men with this diagnosis. Started by the mother of a boy with 47-XXY. Email to meet for mutual support. ongoing. amkw21@gmail.com.

LEGACY GROUP: FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH ADVANCED AND RECURRENT CANCER. Group addresses the concerns of advanced and recurrent cancer survivors from the physical, emotional, spiritual, and social aspects of healing. To register for a specific session and to learn about the group, please call Jennifer Currin-McCulloch at 912-3507845. ongoing. 912-350-7845. Curtis and Elizabeth Anderson Cancer Institute (at Memorial Health Univ. Medical Center), 4700 Waters Ave. LEUKEMIA, LYMPHOMA AND MYELOMA SUPPORT GROUP For patients with blood-related cancers and their loved ones. Call or see website for info.

Located in the Summit Cancer Care office at the Curtis and Elizabeth Anderson Cancer Institute. Thursdays, 5-6:30 p.m. 912-3507845. memorialhealth.com. memorialhealth. com/. Memorial Health University Medical Center, 4700 Waters Ave. NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS Call for the Savannah Lowcountry Area NA meeting schedule. ongoing. 912-238-5925.

NATIONAL ALLIANCE OF MENTAL ILLNESS NAMI Savannah is offering their monthly Mental Health Education meetings on the second Tuesday of every month from 6-8 PM at The Reed Clubhouse on 1141 Cornell Drive, Savannah. Connections Group which is for anyone with a Mental Health diagnosis is offered weekly on Tuesday nights from 6-8 PM at The Trinity Lutheran Church at 12391 Mercy Blvd, Savannah. Family Support Group is offered on the last Monday of the month at The Reed Clubhouse on 1144 Cornell Drive, Savannah from 6-8 PM. Please call for any further information.

NAMI Savannah phone number is 912-3537143 second Tuesday of every month, 6-8 p.m. Trinity Lutheran Church, 12391 Mercy Blvd.

OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS Is food a problem for you? Overeaters Anonymous can help. Savannah meetings Mon 6:30pm, Wed 5:30pm, Fri 6:30 p.m. See website for locations and info, or call 912-

358-7150. ongoing. oa.org/meetings.

PARENTS OF CHILDREN WITH IEP’S (INDIVIDUALIZED EDUCATION PLANS) For parents of children attending ChathamSavannah Public School System who have IEP plans, to offer mutual support through the challenges of the IEP process. Email for info. ongoing. amkw210@gmail.com.

PARENTS OF ILL CHILDREN Backus Children’s Hospital sponsors this group for parents with a seriously ill child receiving inpatient or outpatient treatment.

Case manager facilitates the meetings.

Meets weekly. Call for info ongoing. 912350-5616. memorialhealth.com/backus. memorialhealth.com/backus. Backus Children’s Hospital, 4700 Waters Ave. PARKINSON’S SUPPORT GROUP The Parkinson’s Disease Support Group will meet on the first Thursday of the month from 5:00 to 6:30 PM in the Marsh Auditorium at Candler Hospital, 5353 Reynolds Street. Featuring medical and therapeutic guest speakers, join us for discussion, support, and new community activities. For more information, call Fran McCarey at 912-819-2224. ongoing. 912355-6347. sjchs.org/. Candler Hospital, 5353 Reynolds St. PROSTATE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP: MAN TO MAN This group is for prostate cancer patients and their caregivers. Meets in the Conference Room of the Curtis and Elizabeth Anderson Cancer Institute.

Wednesdays, 6-8 p.m. 912-897-3933. memorialhealth.com/. Memorial Health University Medical Center, 4700 Waters Ave. PRYME MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS SUPPORT GROUP The Pryme Multiple Sclerosis Support Group will meet on the second Tuesday of the month in the Marsh Auditorium at Candler Hospital at 6 p.m. This group provides an opportunity for people with MS and their family and friends to get together to share information, develop coping strategies, receive support and become involved in community activities. For more information, please call Fran McCarey at 819-2224. second Tuesday of every month, 6 p.m. sjchs.org/. Candler Hospital, 5353 Reynolds St. RAPE CRISIS CENTER Assists survivors of rape and sexual assault.

Free, confidential counseling for victims and families. 24-hour Rape Crisis Line operates

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seven days a week. 912-233-7273. ongoing.

REFLEX SYMPATHETIC DYSTROPHY SUPPORT GROUP Second Tuesdays at 7pm in Marsh Auditorium at Candler Hospital. For anyone with this disorder, plus family members/ caregivers interested in learning more. Call for info. ongoing. 912-858-2335. sjchs.org/.

Candler Hospital, 5353 Reynolds St. SBC TOASTMASTERS Toastmasters is an organization dedicated to the art of public speaking. In a friendly, supportive atmosphere, members learn to speak more precisely and confidently via prepared speeches, impromptu speaking, and constructive evaluations. It’s fun, informative, and a great way to network with area professionals. Tuesdays, 12-1 p.m. 912663-7851. St. Leo University, 7426 Hodgson Memorial Drive, Suite A. SEX ADDICTS ANONYMOUS If you believe you have a problem with sex addiction (or are wondering if you might) and you want to change your behavior, we recommend that you attend a meeting of Sex Addicts Anonymous. The only requirement is a desire to stop your addictive sexual behavior. Meets Mondays at 7 pm. Call for venue information. ongoing.

731-412-0183. saa-recovery.org. Downtown Savannah, downtown.

SPINAL INJURY SUPPORT GROUP Third Thursdays, 5:30pm, at the Rehabilitation Institute at Memorial. Call or see website for info. ongoing. 912-3508900. memorialhealth.com. memorialhealth. com/. Memorial Health University Medical Center, 4700 Waters Ave. SPOUSE/LIFE PARTNER SUPPORT GROUP Open support group for adults whose spouses or life partners have died. Meets Thursday mornings from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Thursdays, 11 a.m.-noon. Full Circle Grief and Loss Center, 6000 Business Center Drive.

SURVIVORS OF SUICIDE SUPPORT GROUP Suicide often leaves survivors with guilt, anger, hurt and unanswered questions.

Hospice Savannah/United Way of Coastal Empire/Coastal Suicide Prevention Alliance offer an ongoing support group.

Third Thursdays, 6:30-7:30pm. Safe and confidential. Free to attend. Barbara Moss at Full Circle of Hospice Savannah, 912-6291089. ongoing. Full Circle Grief and Loss Center, 6000 Business Center Drive.

TEENS NURTURING TEENS (CANCER SUPPORT) Support group for teens with a family member or loved one impacted by cancer.

Meets at the Lewis Cancer Pavilion. Call for information. ongoing. 912-819-5704.

Nancy N. and J.C. Lewis Cancer & Research Pavilion, 225 Reynolds Ave. TEENS WITH NO ONE TO TURN TO Help for people ages 11-18, or concerned parents of teens. Park Place Outreach Youth Emergency Shelter. Call or see website. ongoing. 912-234-4048. parkplaceyes.org.

WOMEN IN TRANSITION: AN ART THERAPY PROCESS GROUP FOR WOMEN EXPERIENCING LIFE CHANGES This group is facilitated by Karen Abato, a Master’s level Art Psychotherapist.

This group will help create context and grounding, assisting participants to become more empowered to navigate the changes they face, whether internally or externally driven. $100 Sat., Feb. 11, 12:30-2 p.m.

912-220-0071. karenabato@gmail.com. karenabato.com. sulfurstudios.org. Sulfur Studios, 2301 Bull St. YOUNG SURVIVAL COALITION Young breast cancer patients and their caregivers in the greater Savannah, Hilton Head, and Coastal Georgia area are invited to join this group. Meetings include presentations from local medical community and discussions. Meetings conducted in the Conference Room of the Curtis and Elizabeth Anderson Cancer Institute. Saturdays, 4-6 p.m. 912-897-3933. memorialhealth.com/. Memorial Health University Medical Center, 4700 Waters Ave.

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BETHESDA SEEKS VOLUNTEER DOCENTS FOR NEW HISTORY MUSEUM/ VISITORS CENTER Bethesda seeks volunteer docents for their new visitors center/museum. Volunteer docents needed during regular museum hours, Thurs.-Sat. 10am-4pm. Docents will share Bethesda’s rich history and inspiring legacy with visitors from across the country and around the world. ongoing. 912-3512061. Elizabeth.brown@bethesdaacademy. org. Bethesda Academy, 9250 Ferguson Ave. CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS FOR AARP TAX AIDE PROGRAM Volunteers are needed to prepare Federal and Georgia state tax returns, particularly for people ages 60 and up. All volunteers who will prepare tax returns will need to attend a five-day training program, held in early January. A background in accounting is not a prerequisite; only a willingness to help low to middle income residents and a familiarity with computers. Volunteer opportunities are not limited to tax preparation. Each location also has a person to welcome and organize taxpayers as they come into the site. Through April 15. aarpfoundation.org/ volunteer. No physical address given, none.

CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS FOR HOSPICE SAVANNAH Share your love, friendship and empathy with caregivers and hospice patients in their homes or nursing homes. Hospice Savannah is seeking caring volunteers to provide companionship and caregiver respite throughout Bryan, Chatham, Effingham, Liberty and Long counties. There are also opportunities to volunteer in our Hospice House on Eisenhower Drive, in our administrative offices or at Full Circle Grief and Loss Center off Chatham Parkway.

Please complete an application on-line at www.HospiceSavannah.org/volunteer or call the volunteer department at 912.355.2289 for more information. No prior experience is needed - just a loving heart. Volunteer training will be offered Monday, May 10 in the community education room at the rear of Hospice House from 8:30 am to 5 pm. Pre-registration is required. ongoing. hospicesavannah.org/. Hospice Savannah, 1352 Eisenhower Dr.

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CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS FOR THE SAVANNAH BOOK FESTIVAL The Savannah Book Festival seeks volunteers. Being a volunteer is mostly physically light and social. A number of volunteer opportunities with varying time commitments are available. The festival runs Feb. 16-19, 2017. Through Feb. 16. 912335-1717. volunteer@savannahbookfestival. org. savannahbookfestival.org. Downtown Savannah, downtown.

CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS FOR THE TYBEE ISLAND HISTORICAL SOCIETY AND LIGHTHOUSE Volunteers are the backbone to the Tybee Island Historical Society and Lighthouse.

Because we are a non-profit we rely on volunteers to help us succeed everyday.

If you’re interested in volunteering at the lighthouse please call Gus Rehnstrom at 912-785-5801 or email lhvolunteers@ yahoo.com. For more information visit: www.tybeelighthouse.org. ongoing. tybeelighthouse.org/. Tybee Island Lighthouse, 30 Meddin Ave. DOCENTS AND VOLUNTEERS NEEDED AT FLANNERY O’CONNOR HOUSE Flannery O’Connor Childhood Home seeks additional volunteers and volunteer docents to help on Fridays and Saturdays, 1p-4pm, and for possible extended hours. Duties: greet visitors, handle admissions, conduct merchandise sales and help with tours.

Docent training and written narratives for reference during tours are provided. ongoing. 912-233-6014. haborrello@aol. com. flanneryoconnorhome.org. Flannery O’Connor Childhood Home, 207 E. Charlton Street.

DOLPHIN PROJECT SEEKS VOLUNTEERS Dolphin Project needs boat owners, photographers, and other volunteers to help with scientific research on the Atlantic Bottlenose dolphin along coastal Georgia.

Must be age 18 or older. Call or see website for info. ongoing. 912-232-6572. thedolphinproject.org.

GOOD SAMARITAN HEALTH CLINIC St. Joseph’s/Candler’s Good Samaritan Clinic in Garden City needs volunteer nurses, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, Spanish interpreters and clerical staff. The clinic serves people without insurance and those whose income is less than 200 percent of the federal poverty level. Call to volunteer. ongoing. 912-964-4326.

HOSPICE VOLUNTEERS NEEDED IN CHATHAM AND OTHER COASTAL COUNTIES Island Hospice, THA Group’s nonprofit hospice service, seeks volunteers for patient socialization and caregiver respite. Also seeking nonpatient contact volunteers who can contribute by providing services including, but not limited to, office work, crafting, sewing, light yard work, housekeeping, playing guitar for patients, and licensed hairdressers. Serving patients in Chatham, Bryan, Bulloch, Effingham, Liberty, Camden, Glynn, McIntosh, and Screven Counties in Georgia, and Beaufort, Jasper, Hampton, Charleston, Colleton Counties in South Carolina. See website or email or call for info. ongoing. 888-8424463. kbuttimer@thagroup.org. thagroup.

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Drinks After Work

This group is for people that enjoy getting out mid-week, being social after work, and want to discover new places in the downtown Savannah area. Come have a cocktail, make new friends, and get over the hump. The group will meet on Wednesdays at various establishments throughout Downtown Savannah and nearby area.

HTTP://WWW.MEETUP.COM/DRINKS-AFTER-WORK/ HTTPS://WWW.FACEBOOK.COM/GROUPS/960991837322187/ WEDNESDAYS, 7 P.M. DISTILLERYSAVANNAH.COM. THE DISTILLERY, 416 W. LIBERTY ST. LIVE OAK PUBLIC LIBRARIES Volunteers needed to assist in a variety of ways at its branches in Chatham, Effingham, and Liberty Counties. Call or see website for info. ongoing. 912-652-3661. liveoakpl.org.

MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL VOLUNTEERS NEEDED St. Joseph’s/Candler’s St. Mary’s Health Center, a free clinic serving the uninsured, seeks physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, lab techs, and patient care techs.

Non-clinical volunteers needed to to schedule appointments. Contact Stephanie Alston. ongoing. 912-443-9409. St. Joseph’s/Candler--St. Mary’s Health Center, 1302 Drayton St. OATLAND ISLAND WILDLIFE CENTER Oatland Island Wildlife Center often needs volunteers. Call or see website for info. ongoing. 912-395-1500. oatlandisland.org. oatlandisland.org/. Oatland Island Wildlife Center, 711 Sandtown Rd. PRE-SCHOOL VOLUNTEERS NEEDED Seeking early childhood education majors, retired elementary teachers and/or community residents to help 3 & 4 year olds

with language development skills. Mon.-Fri., 9am-12noon. Call for info. ongoing. 912447-0578. sjchs.org/1969.cfm. St. Mary’s Community Center and Health Center, 812 W 36th St. RETIRED AND SENIOR VOLUNTEER PROGRAM Share time and talents through the RSVP program of the Equal Opportunity Authority. Seniors 55 and older serve in various community organizations. Call for information. ongoing. 912-238-2960 x123.

RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE Help in the “home away from home” for families of hospitalized children. Volunteers needed to provide home-cooked meals for families at the house. Volunteer internships available for college students. Call or see website for info. ongoing. 912-356-5520. rmhccoastalempire.org. rmhccoastalempire. org/. Ronald McDonald House, 4710 Waters Avenue.

STAND-UP PADDLEBOARDING Lessons and tours. East Coast Paddleboarding, Savannah/Tybee Island. email or call for info. ongoing. 912-484-

3200. eastcoastpaddleboarding.com.

TUTORING VOLUNTEERS NEEDED Education majors, retired reading teachers or community residents sought to volunteer for a reading and math tutorial program for elementary and middle school students.

Call for info. ongoing. 912-447-6605. sjchs. org/body.cfm?id=399. African-American Health Information & Resource Center, 1910 Abercorn St. TUTORS SOUGHT FOR ADULT LEARNERS (GED PREP AND LITERACY NEEDS) The Adult Community & Education Program at Royce Learning Center seeks volunteer tutors to assist adult learners. Monday Thursday, 5pm-7pm. Tuesday & Thursday, 9am-11am. Classes at Royce Learning Center and at Wesley Community Center.

Free tutor training. Email or call for info. ongoing. 912-354-4047. kmorgan@roycelc. org.

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