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'Nets & Doors,' 1986, photo by Jack Leigh

Jack Leigh: Full Circle By Bill DeYoung | 28

SCAD retrospective marks ten years since passing of iconic and influential Savannah photographer By Jim Morekis | 24

Jack Leigh, Nets and Doors, silver gelatin print, 1986. Image courtesy of the Jack Leigh Estate.

Follow the arc of Leigh’s celebrated career. SCAD Museum of Art EXHIBITION: July

15—Oct. 2

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RECEPTION: Thursday,

July 17, 5:30-7:30 p.m.

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Week At A Glance

compiled by robin wright gunn | happenings@connectsavannah.com Week At A Glance is Connect Savannah’s listing of events in the coming week. If you want an event listed, email WAG@connectsavannah.com. Include specific dates, time, locations with addresses, cost and a contact number. Deadline for inclusion is 5pm Friday, to appear in next Wednesday’s edition.

Wednesday / 9 Baseball: Savannah Sand Gnats Pack the Park for Charity

Another game against the Augusta Green Jackets. 7:05 p.m Grayson Stadium, 1401 East Victory Dr. $8 Gen. Adm. Special tickets for nonprofit organization of the night. info@sandgnats.com. sandgnats.com

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Experience the life of Butterflies

A live interactive display of butterflies. Hours: M-Sat. 12pm-8pm. Sun. 12pm5pm. July 4-27 Savannah Mall, 14045 Abercorn Street. $3. Free for children under age 8, with adult. savannahmall.com/event/2145439645

Film: Big Fish Fri / 11

Thursday / 10 Baseball: Sand Gnats Thirsty Thursday Half price beer and soda, and a baseball game! Is this heaven? The Gnats vs. Charleston River Dogs. Sponsored by Connect Savannah. 7:05 p.m Grayson Stadium, 1401 East Victory Dr. $8 Gen. Adm. sandgnats.com

Bethesda Farm Stand

This organic farm stand, managed by Bethesda students and staff, sells fresh produce, organic garden seedlings and farm-fresh eggs. 3-5:30 p.m. Bethesda Academy, 9250 Ferguson Ave. 912-351-2061. bethesdaacademy.org

Judy Garland Cabaret

Classic Cabaret veteran Natasha Drena performs some of the late star’s most memorable tunes.

8-10 p.m Lucas Theatre for the Arts, 32 Abercorn St. $25 912-525-5050. lucastheatre.com/ schedule/#sthash.6Ro0R7Rq.dpuf

Friday / 11 7.11 Year of the Local

Music, complimentary food and Moon River Brewing Co. beverages, accompanied by local artisans and businesses. Sponsored by WJCL, Creative Approach, LSP-Technologies, Security Associates of Coastal GA. 5-8 p.m Thinc Savannah, 35 Barnard St. 3rd Floor. $20 in advance, $25 day of show. Discount for BuyLocal, ArtRise 678-467-9328. thincsavannah.com/events

Baseball: Sand Gnats Facebook Friday Sand Gnats take on the Charleston River Dogs. Visit Facebook.com/sandgnats for a link to tonight's special offer. Papa Murphy's Kids Run the Bases after the game. 7:05 p.m Grayson Stadium, 1401 East Victory Dr. $8 sandgnats.com

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Butterfly Walk-About

Concert: Fantasia Fri / 11

Conduct field observations of butterflies a several sites within Harris Neck NWR, after a short introductory talk. All ages and experience levels are welcome. Appropriate clothing required: long-pants and closed-toed shoes that attach to the feet. Sun protection, bug spray, water, snacks, and a sack lunch are recommended. 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m Harris Neck National Wildlife Refuge, 5000 Wildlife Dr NW.

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Concert: Fantasia

Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter and 2004 American Idol winner in a live concert, with Ricco Barrino. 8 p.m Johnny Mercer Theatre, 301 West Oglethorpe Ave. $55-$75 savannahcivic.com

Film: Big Fish (USA, 2003)

Director Tim Burton's film about a yarnspinning traveling salesman and his relationship with his son, starring Ewan McGregor, Albert Finney, Billy Crudup. 7 p.m Lucas Theatre for the Arts, 32 Abercorn St. $8 general admission or $5 student/senior/military. lucastheatre.com

Hands-On Archaeology Trip to Ossabaw Island

Spend a night on Ossabaw Island on the Georgia coast, and take part in an active

archaeological dig by Georgia DNR/University of Georgia, at the former site of a Native American settlement, two plantations, and a lumber mill. Fees include three meals, overnight accommodations or a camping site (bring your own tent), round trip transportation to Ossabaw, and programming. Reservations required. Sponsored by Ossabaw Island Foundation. Delegal Creek Marina, Marina Drive, Skidaway Island. $100-$125 camping $200-$225 club house accommodations 912-233-5104. robin@ossabawisland.org. ossabawisland.net

Theatre: Spine Tingling Tales at the Savannah Theater

A late night ghost show that's appropriate for most ages...but a little bit scary.... 11 p.m. The Historic Savannah Theatre, 222 Bull St. $25 soucyman@gmail.com. spinetinglingtales.com

Saturday / 12 Forrest Gump Night: Baseball and Fireworks

The Gnats celebrate the 20th anniversary of the locally-filmed and iconic movie, Forrest Gump. Forrest himself will be there. Fireworks after the game. Charleston River Dogs is the opposing team. 6:05 p.m Grayson Stadium, 1401 East Victory Dr. $8 Gen. Adm. sandgnats.com

Drink Small

Blues concert featuring the SC legend and his band. 8 p.m Mars Theatre, 109 S. Laurel Street. $15 in Advance, $20 at the door info@marstheatre.com. marstheatre.com

Film: Matilda (USA, 1996)

Matilda Wormwood (Mara Wilson) is a special little girl with telekinetic powers who lives with her neglectful and con artist parents (Danny Devito and Rhea Perlman). Her only true companions are the many books she borrows from the library, until one day she is enrolled in the run-down school known as Crunchem Hall. Sponsored by Connect Savannah. 3 p.m Lucas Theatre for the Arts, 32 Abercorn St. $8 general admission or $5 student/senior/military. lucastheatre.com

Film: The Shawshank Redemption (USA, 1994)

Two imprisoned men bond over a number of years, finding solace and eventual redemption through acts of common decency. Starring Tim Robbins and Morgan Freeman. Presented by SCAD Cinema Circle. 7 p.m Trustees Theater, 216 East Broughton St. $8. $5 for seniors/military/non-SCAD students. Free with valid SCAD ID. scad.edu

Fit 4 Life: Six-Week Fitness Challenge and Benefit

Linda Socks & Sam Carter conduct a 6-Week Fitness Challenge, June 21-July 26. Part of their fundraising effort for the Rape Crisis Center in the 2014 Chatham Orthopaedic Ballroom Extravaganza. Register via phone or email through the Rape Crisis Center. Please do not call the gym facilities. 8 a.m. The Fitness Club, 2164 E Victory Drive. $150 benefiting Rape Crisis Center. 233-3000. director@rccsav.org

Forsyth Farmers Market

Experience the life of Butterflies through july @ savannah mall

Local and regional produce, honey, meat, dairy, pasta, baked goods and other delights. 9 a.m.-1 p.m Forsyth Park, 501 Whitaker St. forsythfarmersmarket.com

JUDY GARLAND CABARET THU/ 10 Home Improvement Workshop: Installing a Kitchen Faucet

Another installment in Habitat ReStore Savannah's 2014's semi-monthly expertled workshops for do-it-yourselfers of all experience levels. Step-by-step instruction for DIY types to learn home repair and home decorating projects. 10 a.m Habitat ReStore Savannah, 1900 E. Victory Dr. Free and open to the public. 912.655.3416

Ogeechee Riverkeeper Annual Meeting & Membership Drive Lowcountry Boil buffet. Music by Dr. Dan Matrazzo and The Looters. Free bouncehouse and face painting. noon Love's Seafood & Steaks, Hwy. 17 South. $20 adults, $6 for children 4-12 years old.

Theatre: Spine Tingling Tales

A late night ghost show that's appropriate for most ages...but a little bit scary.... 11 p.m. continues on p. 6

The Historic Savannah Theatre, 222 Bull St. $25 soucyman@gmail.com. spinetinglingtales.com

Theatre: Iced at the Coffee Shop

An interactive murder mystery show presented by the Odd Lot acting troupe. 7:30 p.m. Savannah Coffee Roasters, 215 West Liberty Street. $20 adults. $15 children 15 and younger Justin@oddlot.org. savannahmurdermystery.com

Tybee Prom

Entertainment by "Girlfriends" and DJ Barri Marshall. Dress code is Tybee Formal. All proceeds benefit the Humane Society of Great Savannah. 7-11 p.m American Legion, 10 Veterans Drive. $20 tybeefun.com/

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Film: The Shawshank Redemption sat / 12

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In the week leading up to Independence Day, several news stories prompted us to contemplate what freedom means in 2014. For instance, if I enter a convenience store with a firearm strapped to my belt and encounter a similarly-armed fellow customer, who refuses to show me his good guy permit, which of us has the right to draw his gun first? That’s being sorted out thanks to an incident in my South Georgia hometown. The news wasn’t limited to our state. If your Facebook feed looked like mine, it was populated by people decrying a recent Supreme Court decision because it allows owners of “closely held” corporations to impose their religious beliefs on employees. And people who celebrated the same decision as an important affirmation of religious freedom. And people who said the real issue isn’t scrapbooking supplies and morning after pills at all, but is rooted in the idea that people should not be compelled by the government to purchase something they do not want to buy. This last viewpoint is one I think about all the time. That’s because all across our country and in parts of Savannah, citizens are required to make a particular purchase if

they hope to land and keep a job. Others must buy it in order to spend time with their friends and families, to shop for basic necessities and to gather in worship with others. For some, this purchase is required if they simply wish to leave their own homes. No matter what our political leanings or religious beliefs (or lack thereof ), many of us are required to possess automobiles if we wish to fully participate in society. “Not so fast,” you might say. “The government isn’t forcing anyone to buy a car.” That’s true. At least not directly. Yet for decades local, state and federal governments have created transportation infrastructure designed for cars, frequently to the exclusion of people. Combined with land use policies that encourage sprawl, the result is a built environment that requires automobile use for almost every trip, almost every day. An unblinking focus on increasing private automobile speed, capacity and convenience has manifested in absurd and self-defeating ways. Think about office workers who must get in their cars and drive to lunch at restaurants they can see from the windows of their workplaces. Even though the lunch spot is just across the street or down the block, it’s simply too scary to walk amidst the speeding cars and trucks.

Think about parents who must load up their minivans with bicycles, scooters, skateboards, snacks and drinks, then drive all the way across town to find a place they feel safe exercising with their children. Think about a suburban neighborhood that is like an island, though it is miles inland from the coast. While residents don’t need boats to get off this island, they must get behind the wheel to navigate the single outlet that leads to the collector road and the outside world beyond. Without cars they’re marooned. And then there’s an actual island that is overwhelmed by automobile traffic during the summer season. Lots of people would happily pedal to Tybee and thereby reduce congestion and lessen competition for limited parking, but they are understandably unwilling to ride on a road and over bridges that are dangerous to them. Beneath the absurdity of these situations, there’s a troubling restriction of individual liberty. Upstanding, law abiding, taxpaying citizens are denied freedom of movement by streets and roads that are hostile and too often deadly to people who walk and ride bikes.

That taxpaying part is particularly important, as evidenced by a recent letter to the editor of our daily newspaper warning that the City “should not put in more tax money into bike lanes,” especially if they could somehow slow movement on streets that are “necessary for the flow of traffic.” This line of thinking reveals a number of common misunderstandings. The first is the notion that roads and streets are paid for entirely by fuel taxes and user fees that should not be used for nonmotorized transportation infrastructure. In fact, these funding sources fall far short of what’s required to maintain, not to mention expand, our transportation network, which is devoted almost entirely to moving cars and trucks. Another erroneous idea is that bicycling and walking are purely recreational activities. The truth is plenty of Savannahians rely on their feet or their bikes for transportation each day. They deserve to see their tax dollars spent to preserve and enhance their freedom to move around their community. cs John Bennett is executive director of the Savannah Bicycle Campaign.

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One of my favorite summer activities is grabbing an iced coffee on a Sunday afternoon and heading to one of my favorite squares, Monterey. Whether I go to read, listen to music, or just people watch and enjoy my iced coffee, it’s always beneficial and refreshing. It’s become such a frequent activity for me that if there is a rainy Sunday, as there often is in Savannah, and I can’t enjoy being outside, my mood is greatly affected. Granted, summers in Savannah can be brutally hot and it’s sometimes difficult to be outside for long periods of time. Yet for me, enjoying some time outside is a weekly remedy and Savannah offers several spots to soak up the medicinal sunshine. In addition to the 22 public squares downtown (thank you James Oglethorpe for this brilliant idea developing our city), the Savannah area has numerous parks. To name a few: Forsyth, Daffin, Tom Triplett, Lake Mayer, Autumn Lake, and JF Gregory. It’s the desire of the Chatham County Resource Protection Commission (CCRPC) and the Savannah Metropolitan Planning Commission (MPC) to acquire, to preserve, and to improve our county’s green spaces. Ellen Harris, Director of Urban Planning and Historical Preservation for the MPC, explains the mission further saying, “For each property that comes under the umbrella of the CCRPC, a management plan is produced that is specific to that property. It outlines what activities might be allowed on the property and has recommendations for future improvements (such

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The survey’s part of an effort to write a long-term Green Space Plan. Photo Erica Porter as signage or trails). We work to ensure that there is an easement placed on the property to ensure that it remains green space.” Now, these Commissions are currently assembling the first long-term Green Space Plan. “This is the first long-term plan that will be put together to guide the Resource Protection Commission on green space for Chatham County over a three or five year period,” says Resource Protection Commission Intern Katie Reams. As the ones enjoying the amenities of Chatham green space, our help and guidance are being requested. Until Friday, July 25, CCRPC and MPC will conduct a survey for suggestions from Chatham County residents on preferences and ideas for future and current green space. The survey asks several questions like how often you visit Chatham green space, your method of getting there, and your opinion of how important green space preservation is to you. The survey also asks participants about their preferences for green space by listing its uses (i.e. recreation, sports, relaxation, and exercise) and asks participants to rank them in importance. “As this is the first long-term plan for green space in Chatham County, the RPC wanted to know the thoughts of Chatham

County residents and know that they will have a voice in this long-term plan,” says Reams. “The RPC will be meeting at the end of the month, and I will give all the results that we have up to that point. The survey will be used to shape the goals of the long-term plan.” Harris adds, “The CCRPC has established a great process for responsible land acquisition which has been functioning well. However, it functions at a more micro levelgreen space acquisition is on a property-byproperty basis and evaluation. We’ve seen the need to have a planning document that looks at green space on a more macro level.” With the results of this survey, the CCRPC and MPC hope to have just that, a larger view of the possibilities and long term goals formed by resident’s views for our county’s green space. The survey will be offered in both English and Spanish until July 25 for any adult Chatham County resident over 18. If you need a little more incentive, participants of the survey also receive the chance to win several raffle prizes for their input and opinions. cs Survey link: surveymonkey.com/s/eng-ChathamCo_GreenSpace

Connect Savannah is a fully-engaged partner in the Canyon Ranch Institute Savannah Partnership (CRISP) along with Charles H. and Rosalie Morris. We are proud to be committed to helping this effort to make Savannah healthier, and we urge all our readers, advertisers, and partners to join the CRISP effort. We will dedicate this space each week to reporting not only the activities the CRISP effort is undertaking here in Savannah but also the larger ideas about health and well-being that build the foundation for that effort in our community. We thank you for your continued readership of Connect Savannah and for your support of the CRISP effort.

Looking for answers in all the right places By Reginald L. Franklin

CRI Life Enhancement Core Team member Palmer Severson (right) presents Reginald Franklin with his program graduation certificate at the end of the 12-week program.

CRI Life Enhancement Core Team nutritionist Joy Cornthwaite, M.S., R.D., congratulates Reginald Franklin during the graduation celebration.

CRI LEP gave me a membership with Fitness on Broughton, and my access to physical trainer Palmer Stevenson, who is a center, I was eligible for the program. member of the CRI LEP Core Team, was The CRI LEP began with 20 participants a tremendous blessing. He pushed me to signed up. We met every Wednesday from and beyond what I thought were my limits, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Each of us was given an and that has made my work-outs even more evaluation at the beginning of the program effective. so that our progress could be tracked—and I have started to examine more closely the not just weight loss. things that I am putting in this engine—my Each of us had our total fitness evalubody. Is this food going to clog the machine, ated—physical, emotional, and spiritual or help it run more smoothly? Thinking health. That’s the holistic approach I menabout what I am eating is beginning to pay tioned earlier. Total mind, total body, and off. The more I think about what I’m eattotal spirit have to be considered if the total ing, the more careful I am about what food person is going to have their life “enhanced.” I choose to eat. I found that no words are Now, 12 weeks later, I can say I have truer than these: “It’s ALL in your head.” learned so much. Since starting the program, Our group toured a grocery store with I have taken up Yoga. CRI LEP Core Team certified nutritionists to help us become betmember and yoga instructor, Rita Teel, ter educated about the nature of food and started me out slow. I did not go into this our body’s reaction to different foods. I’m learning to deal with the different kinds of activity thinking I would like it, but I was stress in my life, and ways to be more prowilling to try anything once! Her patience, skill and compassion won me over. My kids ductive both mentally and spiritually, despite noticed how much I was taking to it and my stress levels. bought me a yoga mat for Father’s Day. We started a walking group on Saturday mornings, walking downtown for an I have started jogging again, and I am hour together, promoting the psychological watching my caloric intake. Being in the

advantage of being in a “shared struggle.” This was the most powerful part of the program for me—knowing I wasn’t alone. The individuals in this program became my family—my Canyon Ranch Institute Family, and that has made all the difference. I’m learning so much more than I thought I would about so many things— the ways I can enhance my life, starting with small choices that lead to big changes, and becoming a healthier person in the long run. At graduation, I learned that I lost a total of 20 pounds over the 12 weeks of the program. Now that may sound like good news, but you have to understand why it doesn’t excite me. You see, this is just the beginning. I am looking forward to greater success. “No U Turns” is my new motto. My lifestyle has changed. I know when I look back on this program, and all I have experienced, I know there will be one thing I’ll say without fear of contradiction: Thank God for the Canyon Ranch Institute’s truth in advertising: “The Life Enhancement Program.” cs

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Here is the question I faced about six months ago: How does a person truly change their lifestyle? Coming out of a divorce, struggling with being a caregiver to my aging parents and being a part-time father to my children, I was, in a word, “depressed.” Looking for change in your life is something of a constant struggle, while making change, on the other hand, is something most people find almost impossible. Oh, and I should mention, I was over 50, over-weight, and at risk for all manner of ailments including hypertension and diabetes. I had tried diets of almost all varieties with little success, and tried to exercise on a regular schedule with mixed results. I could never seem to make those two things happen on a regular basis, at least as far as making a real change in my lifestyle. Realizing I would not get the results I wanted in the time I wanted them, I would quit. Waiting to give me comfort from the failure was my constant companion: food. Fast food, chocolate cake, fried chicken and all the rest. How was I going to break this cycle and make some real change? In November of 2013, I heard that a new program was coming to Savannah called the Canyon Ranch Institute Life Enhancement Program (CRI LEP). Now that’s a long title for a very simple concept: a holistic approach to wellness. It’s teaching people how to adopt a healthy lifestyle and to avoid a variety of illnesses. What is a ‘holistic’ approach? Simply, it is combining nutritious eating, with an active lifestyle, and attending to both psychological and spiritual well-being. In other words it’s treating, teaching and training the person as a “whole.” It’s understanding that all the parts of a person’s life affect every other part. After hearing about the new approach this program was taking, I was eager to sign up. I talked with Linda Davis, RN, at Curtis V. Cooper Primary Health Care and expressed my interest in the program. I learned that as a patient of the health

Reginald Franklin is Associate Professor of Mass Communications at SSU. For more info call 912- 443-3264 13 or email cri@canyonranchinstitute.org.

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Looks like your column on the benefits of fasting may be in need of an update! “We could not predict that prolonged fasting would have such a remarkable effect in promoting stem cell-based regeneration of the hematopoietic system,” says university professor Valter Longo, coauthor of a new study on the subject. The hippies may have been on to something after all. —Quint, via the Straight Dope Message Board

When new information comes in that undermines one’s previous conclusions, the responsible researcher knows what to do— trash the new research. Naturally, at the Straight Dope we’re above such foolishness. Regarding this latest revelation, I’ll just say this: not, you should pardon the expression, so fast. In the 2006 column I assume you’re referring to, I looked at fasting regimens intended to rid the body of unspecified toxins. I pointed out that while a lot of us undoubtedly consume more toxins than are good for us, alcohol being the obvious one, the simplest way to rectify the problem was to consume fewer toxins, not start some cockamamie fasting routine. But where’s the fun (not to mention profit) in that? In a separate column from 2009, I talked about calorie-restriction diets. These don’t involve fasting in the usual sense—that is, a sharp but short-term cutback in food intake—but rather a long-term reduction

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in calories. The alleged benefit, based on early animal studies, was longer life. Here I thought scientists might be onto something. That was then. Where are we now? Let’s review: 1. Fasting puts you through three different stages of metabolism. For about the first day, your body relies for energy on glycogen stored in the liver. When the glycogen’s gone, your body then uses amino acids and other compounds for fuel, which are extracted from muscle. Eventually you start burning fat, and what was a rapid weight reduction of about two pounds per day slows to about a third that rate. Fat is an energy-rich storage medium—somebody weighing 150 pounds can last two to three months on their fat reserves alone. After 43 days a group of hunger strikers lost just 18 percent of their weight, even though their body metabolism probably decreased by something like a quarter. 2. That middle stage is surely what most fasting buffs have in mind when they talk about flushing toxins. You shed a lot of water during this phase (thus the rapid weight loss), and the dumped fluid takes a lot of waste products with it. In itself this doesn’t confer magical curative benefits; you’re just speeding up what occurs naturally. Still, cutting back on food intake may do some good. Fasting for up to two weeks can lower blood pressure, and fasting for just two to five days can improve cell resistance to natural and artificial toxins. 3. Which brings us to the study you cite, published last month by Cheng, Longo, et al. The researchers starved mice for 48 hours, then gave them chemotherapy drugs. Result: the mice were better able to weather chemotherapy’s side effects, with improved resistance to bone marrow damage, better immune system function, and improved blood cell regeneration. This had nothing to do with flushing toxins as such. Rather, the researchers contend, the body during a fast sheds worn-out immune cells and subsequently regenerates new ones—basically reversing the immune-system damage caused by aging. While that’s a pleasant

thought, it’s one thing to say fasting softens the harsh effects of chemotherapy; it’s something else to say it’ll keep you young. Much more work needs to be done. 4. Evidently the same can be said of longterm calorie restriction (CR). The claim is that a permanent 10 to 40 percent reduction in calorie intake will result in longer, healthier life. Unfortunately, the two major CR studies involving primates have come to opposite conclusions: • A 2012 paper on a National Institute on Aging experiment in which rhesus monkeys were kept on lifelong CR diets concluded the low-cal regimen “has not improved survival outcomes.” • Au contraire, said researchers at the Wisconsin National Primate Research Center. In a study published in final form earlier this year, they claimed a CR diet cut rhesus monkeys’ death rate by nearly two-thirds. Both teams attempted to explain away the other’s results. The NIA scientists noted that the Wisconsin group had excluded many deaths from their calculations on the grounds that the causes were unrelated to diet. If you counted all deaths, the apparent increase in lifespan disappeared. The Wisconsin researchers, meanwhile, argued that because of the way the NIA experiment was set up, the monkeys in the control group had been effectively placed on a CR diet too. In other words, no lifespan boost was detected because both the CR and baseline monkeys lived longer. Science being the slow process it is, no doubt it’ll take years to get this straightened out. For now I merely point out that, setting aside eating disorders, malnutrition, and such, nobody ever died of being thin, whereas abundant evidence shows excess weight can be unhealthy. Obvious best bet: eat less. cs By cecil adams Send questions to Cecil via straightdope.com or write him c/o Chicago Reader, 350 N. Orleans, Chicago 60654.

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Police found a meth lab inside an apartment complex during a “routine eviction” on July 2. The occupants, 27-year-old Raymond McKinney and 23-year-old Sabrina Rudolph, were arrested and charged with manufacturing and trafficking methamphetamine, possession of a controlled substance, and possession of a firearm during the commission of a crime. “The deputy observed coffee filters with a pinkish substance on them, and it sent up some red flags,” a Savannah-Chatham County Police spokesperson said. The deputy then contacted the narcotics team, who found a full meth lab inside the apartment.

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• The Georgia Department of Natural Resources is investigating the death of a Savannah man after his boat overturned near Williamson Island in the Wassau Sound on July 6. A man in his early 50s was declared dead at the scene when U.S. Coast Guard officers reached the small, open bowed boat. His

• Savannah-Chatham Metropolitan Police are investigating the death of a 4-year-old boy who was pulled from an apartment pool in west Chatham County on July 4. Frazier King was noticed by his mother and others about 2:10 p.m. in the pool on Timber Crest Court. He was transported to Memorial University Medical Center, where

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he was then declared dead. Police say the investigation is continuing. • A Savannah man was listed in critical condition after losing control of his car just south of the Talmadge Bridge last Wednesday evening. Quintel Decarlos Trychta, 19, of the 6000 block of Ogeechee Road, was transported to Memorial University Medical Center after the 6:10 p.m. crash on US

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boards” full of cards (resembling baseCity, Murray accused “Lucas” of being a ball trading cards) and makeshift posters body-double for Lucas, since it is “widely attached to umbrellas, reciting age, educaknown” that the “real” Frank Lucas was tion and salary. Success of the expos was executed by order of the World Court in hard to predict, wrote Vice, because (as is southern Ukraine in January 2011. Lucas, so often the case with social mixers) many asked for a comment, told the station, “It singles passed the time in silence, and many does come as kind of a shock to read that desirable candidates were no-shows. (I’m) not (me).” • Perspective: San Francis• The county Assoco’s activist Board of Superciation of Governments visors, among the boldest in in Phoenix notified Diane the country to rid their cities “DD” Barker recently of obnoxious goods and serthat she could continue vices, added disposable plastic to address association Arthur, we water bottles to the list in meetings as a community hardly knew ya March (to join circumcision, activist, but was to cease plastic shopping bags and introducing her remarks nutrition- challenged “Happy Cultural Diversity by performing cartwheels, Meals” that contain toys). The as she apparently has done • A formal-dress rental store in Fukui, several times in the past. Japan, with a side business making keepsake water bottle vote was unanimous (covering distribution Barker, a 65-year-old forportraits of client brides, was surprised at mer Ohio State University the number of men who began requesting a on city-controlled property), cheerleader, said she seeks similar service — to be outfitted just like the compared to the cliff-hanging 2012 vote (6-5), in which to demonstrate the value of women, in wedding gowns and other frills. the board finally decided to exercise and public transIn fact, just as women expect full makeup portation, but agreed to and hairstyling for their portraits, so, too, do ban unclothed people from the streets (mostly men, of hold off on the cartwheels. the men. The store, Marry Mariee, charges course), where until then • Officials at a town the equivalent of about $400 ($600 on some freely wandered downtown sidewalks meeting in Oxford, Massachusetts, on May weekends). Said the manager, “We want to stark naked. 7 were considering whether the municipality provide opportunities for people to enjoy should take back its water system from the showing their real selves, whether they are current owner, Aquarion, when suddenly a men or women.” Democracy in Action! • Paid time off of work for women expe• Jordan Haskins, 24, is Michigan Repub- fire alarm sounded, resulting in a delay that eventually worked to Aquarion’s benefit. riencing brutal menstrual periods is not licans’ best hope for the open state House yet guaranteed in U.S. law, but it is a staple seat in Saginaw in November, but he is bur- Later that month, Oxford police charged of workplace rights in Japan, South Korea, dened by a teenage past of being “young and William Malloy Jr., 57, with pulling the false alarm. Malloy is a lobbyist for Aquarion, Taiwan and Indonesia, according to a May stupid,” he told the Saginaw News in June. and a Worcester Telegram & Gazette report report by The Atlantic (although in IndoHaskins has been in prisons in two states of the meeting suggests that causing the nesia, women report that some employers (and is still on parole) stemming from tresmeeting to run into the early hours of May 8 require on-the-scene “proof ” of condition; passing and breaking-and-entering charges helped Aquarion garner the necessary votes Japan’s policy has been in place for over 60 yearly from 2006 to 2011 • most involving to prevent the buyback. years). However, concluded The Atlanvehicles he used for sex (by himself ). (He tic, the policies are based less on rights of admits to “cranking,” in which he would workers than on “the scientifically dubious remove spark plug wires and try to start the Latest Religious Messages notion” that stressing females during menses car, pleasuring himself while watching the The leader of Romania’s Orthodox will result in difficult future childbirths. sparks and listening to the noise.) “I was in a church was shown in June on the church’s • Parental fear of having raised girls and messed-up state of mind, mentally and emo- website performing a traditional blessing of boys who will never marry, plus China’s boy- tionally,” he said, but now is proud of the a newly inaugurated facility, in this case the heavy gender imbalance, have provoked the man he has become. “You may not respect church-owned Trinitas Radio and Televigovernment to fund a series of matchmakmy policies (or) my ideas, but you at least sion studios. The rooms are big and the ing conventions to create opportunities and have to respect me as a person.” walls are tall, and Patriarch Daniel is picincentives for matrimony. However, because • Inexplicable: Congressional candidate tured applying holy oil to the facilities with a of widespread disinterest by singles, many Tim Murray handily lost June’s primary long-armed commercial paint roller. of the attendees at the recent Shanghai election (82 percent to 5 percent) in OklaMatchmaking Expo were parents touting homa’s 3rd District to incumbent U.S. Rep. Least Competent Bishop their kids’ credentials to other unmarrieds. Frank Lucas, but he did not give up. In a In a May deposition on a priest-child A dispatch from Vice.com reported “notice rambling letter to KFOR-TV in Oklahoma sex abuse lawsuit against the Catholic

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Prominent theoretical chemist David Glowacki was ejected from a classical music concert at England’s Bristol Old Vic in June for disrupting a performance of Handel’s “Messiah” by attempting to crowd-surf in front of the stage. Dr. Glowacki, an expert in non-equilibrium molecular reaction dynamics and who is presently a visiting scientist at Stanford University, was attending a special “informal” performance at which audience members were encouraged to stand and cheer loudly instead of showing the usual demure appreciation. He said afterward that he could not control himself when the performance moved to the “Hallelujah Chorus.”

Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis, then-auxiliary bishop Robert Carlson said he was “not sure” in 1984 whether he “knew it was a crime or not” for an adult to engage in sex with a child. (Carlson added, reassuringly, “I understand today it’s a crime.” Carlson today is the archbishop of St. Louis.) Lawyers for the plaintiffs quickly questioned Carlson’s candor, pointing to other 1984-era documents in which Carlson referred to the statute of limitations for legal protection (suggesting he at least suspected that adultchild sex was illegal).

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Recently charged with indecent exposure: (1) Fredrick Davis, 49, reported at Toronto’s Agincourt Library in June allegedly using one hand to masturbate while pointedly holding a cucumber in the other. (2) Lonnie Hutton, 49, allegedly pulled down his pants at the Boro Bar and Grill in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, in May and “attempted to have sexual intercourse with the ATM.” (3) Dr. Jeffrey Frank, 53, a prominent University of Chicago neurologist, was arrested recently (for the fourth time on similar charges) when he allegedly pleasured himself while standing at a hotel room window. (4) David Foskette, 24, allegedly was masturbating while driving in view of other motorists (though he claimed merely that he was scratching his itchy “manzilian” wax job).

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(1) In yet another bizarre animal beauty contest, in June, the tiny serama chicken pageant was celebrated on the outskirts of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Seramas (which are thought by natives to have aphrodisiac powers) have richly colored plumage and a bearing • protruding, heart-shaped chest, wings hanging to the ground • more resembling a goose-stepping soldier than a bird, reported Agence France-Presse. (2) The most recent public toilet explosion (caused by pressure buildup) leveled a commode in the courthouse in Stillwater County, Montana, in June. The deputy county treasurer, Norma Brewer, who had just finished her business, was not injured, but now has another page for her memoirs. By chuck shepherd UNIVERSAL PRESS SYNDICATE

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It happens in the band business. Club owners refuse to pay up, drummers drink the profits or promoters abscond with every last bit of dough-re-mi. “Musicians,” says musician Peter Mavrogeorgis, “have a history of being ripped off.” This one, however, was different. As the owner/operator of Dollhouse Productions, which doubles as a live venue and recording studio, Mavrogeorgis—a guitar player, bassist and sound engineer—got the short end of the stick on June 21. Following an all-day, nine-band underground show, promoter Floyd Lionel slipped out the door without paying anybody. Under the name Savannah Metal Punx, Lionel had been promoting hardcore, metal and punk shows in Savannah for five years. The June 21 event, in fact, was billed as the SMP “Birthday BBQ Bash.” Headliners were the out-of-town bands Ringworm and Eyehategod. Within two days, Lionel had re-appeared and made good—after the fact—to eight of the bands. He also took part in a venomous back-and-forth with Savannah music people on Facebook. It all got pretty ugly. “I asked him to erase the thread, because it just looks bad for Savannah,” says Mavrogeorgis. “Nobody needs to see us all spitting at him, and his retorts. It just makes us all look like a bunch of idiots.” A day later, Lionel stopped communicating with Dollhouse staff. That was that. On July 11, nearly a dozen Savannah bands will share the Dollhouse stage. At press time, the still-evolving list included Crazy Bag Lady, Whaleboat, Blackrune, Solomon’s Ghost, Broken Glow, Whiskey Wednesday, the Gumps, Doom Salad and Pridemeat (the latter being the only band that was also on the June 21 bill). Dreamed up by Mavrogeorgis and his wife Blake, “EyeHeart the Savannah Music Scene” has two functions: To recoup the $1,000 Dollhouse is owed, and pick up the performance fee for the still-unpaid Eyehategod. The other reason, Mavorgeorgis explains, is perhaps more crucial. “There were a lot of bad feelings after that

Pridemeat at the ill-fated June 21 Dollhouse show (poster below). The band returns for the ‘EyeHeart’ performance July 11. Photo by Wicked Ways Photography

“I want them to know that Savannah cares, and that our music scene really does appreciate when a bigger band stops by and plays. And our local bands really appreciate the opportunity to reach out to audiences by garnering opening slots for bands that in New York they wouldn’t otherwise get to play with. That’s where I stand.” The all-day rental for Dollhouse was $700, and the backstage beer tab—picked up by Mavrogeorgis with the understanding N that SMP would reimburse him —came to s $300. “You can imagine how much beer ninet heavy metal bands drink,” Mavrogeorgis laughs. “And that’s the wholesale price.” C A rep for Eyehategod wouldn’t cona firm how much Lionel promised the New p Orleans band; reportedly, it’s somewhere o between $1,000 and $3,000. l Any money left over from the July 11 y event will be donated to the Give Me 5 t Foundation, a local music charity. i “I don’t want to come off as someone who’s trying to be some sort of an angel, or s some evangelical guy,” Mavrogeorgis says. a “That’s not the point of it, and I don’t want anyone to take it that way.” a As a former touring musician, he explains,M he knows all about living from gig to gig. f “We reach an age where we realize we’d G have to be crazy to continue,” Mavrogeorgis b says. “But if I wanted to make money, do you think I’d open a recording studio and a R S venue? “OK, maybe there is something evangelical about it. Because it’s just ridiculous; it’s S

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show,” he says. “And Savannah’s finally turning into a real music scene. Perhaps it was in the past, I don’t know, I’ve only been here a few years. “But I want to keep this momentum. We’re really trying to reach out to bigger bands and show them that Savannah is not out of the way—it’s a half hour off 95!” So it’s a public relations thing. “The thing is with these larger bands, they all talk, and I just thought this was a step in the wrong direction,” Mavrogeorgis adds. “Because people left with bad feelings.

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At Dollhouse Studios, Peter Mavrogeorgis mixes a new tune for Fare the Gap (Rebekah Price and Ryan Gillam). Photo by Bill DeYoung “I probably could have made more money not a money-making thing. The place used to be the Savannah Overhead Door Factory; making the damn biscuits again.” cs I could have kept it at that and had money Eyeheart the Savannah Music Scene starts at 7 p.m. in my pocket. Before that, it was the home of the Sunshine Biscuit Company. Friday, July 11 at Dollhouse Productions, 980 Industry Drive; admission by donation.

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NOT A BAND, exactly, but I suppose you could say there’s something musical in what they do. It has to have rhythm, that’s for sure. Jeremy Kinison and his wife Lauren, known as Cut Throat and Candy Pants, are the founders and architects of this traveling band of rogues who inflict pain on themselves for our amusement. Like everyone in the freakshow biz, they have high tolerance levels, and they’ve been doing this so long (nearly 20 years now) they’re experts in twisting and finagling their muscles in very specific ways—so they don’t injure and/or kill themselves. Other daredevil routines involve nails, screws, swords and live worms encased in glass balls. There’s an art to this sort of thing. Kinison’s stunts include shoving unnatural, large and very sharp things up his nose, and hanging heavy weights from his eyelids and genitals (yes kids, you read that right); Mrs. K. walks barefoot on broken glass, eats said glass, swallows fire and performs other freaky feats. They’re joined by Hermee, the Alternative Balloon Twister, and Harvey Gross (“the Grossest Man in Sideshow!”) The gang’s current tour is called Strip Down Throw Down, and it apparently has a burlesque elements, with the addition of stripper Scarlett Storm from Philadelphia’s Rigor Mortis Revue, and additional assist in the strut ‘n’ sass department from our own Savannah Sweet Tease Burlesque Revue. cs

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‘A God-given man’ An engaging chat with Carolina blues legend Drink Small by bill deYoung bill@connectsavannah.com

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The blues is as much a part of Southern lore and culture as barbecue and beer. And for more than 60 years, South Carolina’s Drink Small (yes, that’s his real name) has carried the ball for the enduring Lowcountry blues team. Small comes from tiny Bishopville, in the northeast corner of the state, and shares “local hero” status with Heisman Trophy winner Felix “Doc” Blanchard and artist Dalton Stevens (aka “The Button King”). The 81-year-old singer and guitarist, known around the world as The Blues Doctor, still resides in Bishopville. In the 1950s, he was considered one of the South’s most lauded gospel guitarists, but by decade’s end he had dedicated himself fully to making blues recordings. Small’s vast library of recorded material is a mixed stylistic bag; there’s hardscrabble Delta-style gutbucket blues, with brittle acoustic and slide guitar, there’s heavy-lidded Chicago electric blues, swing, boogie, gospelflavored blues and even a few now-classic “dirty blues” sides (once upon a long ago, there was an international market for pottymouthed, sexually explicit “party” records). At the center of it all, then as now, was the man’s distinctive growl of a baritone voice. It’s reminiscent of both Howlin’ Wolf and Muddy Waters when he sings; in conversation, it’s like Fred Sanford in a blender (transcribing this recorded interview was a pleasure, and a challenge). A recipient of South Carolina’s Folk Heritage Award, from the state Arts Commission, Small will play Springfield’s Mars Theatre accompanied by bass, drums, piano and organ.

CS: I understand you transitioned from

gospel guitar playing to straight-up blues in the ‘50s. Did you come from a gospel family?

‘No man in the world sounds like me but me.’ Drink Small, still going strong at 81. Drink Small: I can’t say a gospel family, but we

sang gospel … Me personal, I’m a kind of strange fella. There wasn’t no transition in me, because I had it all the time. See, if it’s in you, you can’t get it out. If you listen to blues music, you can tell the ones that were born with it. Now, you’re talking to a real bluesman. You’re talking to one now. You’re talking to a God-given man. A bluesman like Muddy Waters, Lightnin’ Hopkins, John Lee Hooker or Arthur Big Boy Crudup, the big-mouth blues singers. They got a type of blues different from Sam Cooke. What I’m saying is, when it comes to the blues, some people are born with it. Cause if you ain’t got the real blues in you, you can’t change up and put in in you. Now you take Muddy Waters, he had that coarse voice, and he sang from the heart. A lot of guys sing the words, and don’t care, and don’t know it. They get high class with it. High class. See, that’s another-type blues. When it comes to me, that’s my life, that’s Drink Small, and no man in the world sounds like me but me.

CS: Did you always have that deep voice,

had to get out of there because I was too advanced for the people there. And still am. You’re talking to a foundation man! I’m not Drink Small: God gave it to me! And when I an imitator, I’m an originator. get onstage, I demonstrate it. You can take Let me tell you about the blues. All music some song, and make it be a blues. You can is a type of blues. All will get you an identity. make a gospel singer be a blues singer. That’s what really sells music. And what that A good singer can make a country song means is, sound like yourself. be a blues, by the tool of his voice, the way And when you duplicate B.B. King, you Ray Charles did a country/western and put sound like B.B. King, but B.B. King is still the blues in it. And they took rock ‘n’ roll and gettin’ the credit. If you sound like Drink made it rockabilly. Small, Drink Small’s gettin’ the credit. You’re talking to an 81-year-old man. And Like this song, “Little Red Rooster.” A lot I like what I do, Bill. I love what I do. of people play it, but mine’s different. It’s got I like to tell that it’s the difference between slide—but it’s how I slide it. That’s what I’m Hee-haw and Ahh-ha. To the white people saying—I got my identity, and I thank the yodelin,’ and the black people moanin.’ Lord for it. And believe me: Don’t sound So what I’m trying to say is, one is yodel- like nobody, be yourself. ing the blues, and one’s moaning the blues. I don’t care how technically good you are But it’s still the blues. as a guitar player, when B.B. King sounds off, you know that. Identity! CS CS: Did you keep your base in Bishopville, or did you eventually go to New York or Drink Small Chicago? Where: Mars Theatre, 106 S. Laurel St., Springfield and did it get deeper over the years?

Drink Small: No, no, no, everything was in

Bishopville. But the way it was, see, I was a in a small pond, if you know what I mean. I

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PAT AND ANNA Troxell, Creepoid’s husband-and-wife rhythm section, arrived in Savannah just a week ago, with the other guys in the band, to (a) be closer to Graveface Records, with which the psych/noise band is aligned, (b) get out of Philadelphia, where Creepoid had been small fish in a big music scene for too many years, and (c) to get inspired by an exciting new music scene. Uprooting, Pat Troxell says, was a four-way decision: No more day jobs. “We’d just been maintaining our lives, doing our work, having our band and doing as much as we could with our time,” he says. “But really only touring around on the weekends. A couple weeks here and there, and not really pushing it full tilt. “It was a decision to make our music better by putting more time into it. So we had to go somewhere new, together, and start fresh as one. We decided that it would be better for us to go somewhere new, so that we could kind of unify as a pack, like a unit, and tighten up and not have the distractions we’d have if we were back in our home city, where we grew up.” And so four Pennsylvanians become Georgians, just like that. “It’s like jumping off of a cliff, where everyone’s got to kind of trust each other and get used to each other, pretty much,” Troxell laughs. Spin called Creepoid’s recent, self-titled LP (on Gainesville, Florida-based No Idea Records) “a comprehensive romp through the hazy, substance-addled rock movement of the ‘90s.” Think Smashing Pumpkins swallowing mushrooms with Sonic Youth in Nirvana’s garage. They’ve also just issued a brilliantly gauzy EP, Wet, on Graveface, and your Uncle Billy’s favorite track is the aptly-titled “Blurry Slumber.” The Troxells (drums and bass, respectively, with vox), Sean Miller (guitar/vox) and Nick Kulp (lead guitar/vox) head out on tour in a week, crossing this great country of ours, and won’t be back home in Savannah until the start of September. Then they’ll play the Halloween Gravefest Fest, followed by the famous Gainesville fest called, no kidding, The Fest. After which Kulp leaves for a month of European touring with his other band (which remains in Philadelphia). Savannah, raves Troxell, “is chill. It’s definitely what we wanted. When we’re not on the road, we wanted to be able to relax and chill and do our thing. We’re really into the architecture here, and the people are super-nice. “And it’s not bad that it’s only a 20-minute drive to the beach.” This will be Cusses’ first local show since the band adbruptly canceled its appearance at the July 3 Thursday Night Opry. A last-minute health issue forced Cusses to pull out of the acoustic show, pretty much at the last minute. Hopefully, all is better now. cs

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Sauna Heat, Unstoppable Death Machines, Crazy Bag Lady @ The Jinx The loudest and fun-nest of Savannah’s many garage punk bands, Sauna Heat is playing this show as a release party for a new cassette EP called Revenge. As always, Michael Younker is on guitar and vox, with Mariel Zayas-Bazan beating the hell out of the skins. And Hunter Jayne, who also plays guitar in Triathalon, is handling bass. Younker says the band cut a simple EP for a reason. “We wanted to release a highly-concentrated body of work,” he tells us, “no bullshit, no filler songs, just scorchers and groovers. And as is true with most of our songs, they are about drugs, church and women, ha.” Unstoppable Death Machines consists of Brooklyn bothers Mike and Billy Tucci, on guitar and drums, making sonic walls of music that meld dance pop with the aggressiveness and power of punk and noise rock. Meanwhile, CrayBags have just come off a killer end-of-June show with the dynamic Dangermuffin at Hang Fire; the boys from Effingham continue to work on songs for their debut full-length. Show starts at 10 p.m. Thursday, July 10. Cover is $6.

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Jack Leigh: Full circle

SCAD retrospective marks 10 years since passing of iconic & influential photographer By Jim Morekis jim@connectsavannah.com

The late photographer and Savannah native Jack Leigh is best remembered by the outside world as the man who took the iconic “Bird Girl” cover shot for John Berendt’s 1994 book Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil. To those more familiar with his body of work and with the man himself, however, Leigh’s work is quite a bit more broad. It speaks not just to vaguely macabre cemetery imagery but to the lively and life-affirming folkways and natural beauty of the Georgia and South Carolina coast and Sea Islands. It’s the full spectrum of Leigh’s vision and talent that will be celebrated at the SCAD Museum of Art this summer and fall, with the ambitious and extensive exhibit, “Jack Leigh: Full Circle, Low Country Photographs, 1972-2004,” timed to mark not only the first decade since his passing in 2004, but the 20th anniversary of the publication of Midnight itself. “Jack’s work was so honest,” says show co-curator Susan Laney, who worked very closely with Leigh and managed the Jack Leigh Gallery for several years, including a three-year span after his death. “He got to know people and really told their story, whether from his early books where he was recording life oystering and working the waters of the Ogeechee, or life at a fishing camp,” Laney says. “He told stories about those people, and he recorded and documented their lifestyles—lifestyles which have now all but passed, really.” The show is co-curated by Tim Peterson, SCAD’s chief curator of exhibitions. “Leigh is a real icon for Savannah, but I also see him as underappreciated for the era in which he came to prominence,” says Peterson. “He’s a wonderful peer of a number of other photographers in the Southeast who elevated the subjects of vernacular landscape, structures, and signage. He deserves to have equal standing.” “This show is part of sustaining his legacy, and also the first museum survey of his work since his passing.” In addition to Leighs’s photos, books, and papers, the show will also include work from

Leigh’s iconic image, nicknamed ‘Bird Girl,’ is his most famous, but not at all the most representative aspect of his body of work. Midnight, 1993, silver gelatin print artists deeply influenced by his vision—such as Marcus Kenney, Tobia Makover, and Lisa Robinson—as well as from artists who influenced him as well, like Helen Levitt and George Tice. “It is a retrospective, but it’s different because it starts from Jack’s very first influences,” says Laney. “When you walk in, those first walls will have all of the work that inspired him, as well as work by

contemporary artists. Then, the main section is all Jack—everything from his oystering work to his last body of work about Ossabaw Island.” Adds Peterson, “It provides a great understanding of Leigh’s work before you get to this sort of Mona Lisa moment,” with the iconic Midnight image. When SCAD approached Laney and asked if she’d be willing to co-curate a

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Work by contemporary artists deeply influenced by Leigh—such as Jill Freedman, left, and Tobia Makover, right—are also featured in the show at SCAD Museum of Art. “He left it up to us to close the gallery when we thought we should move on. And for a long time we were doing great. His passing left such a big hole that we couldn’t imagine ever closing.” However, a confluence of life events for both Laney and Beasley led to the decision in 2007 to close the gallery for good. “All signs pointed to closing the gallery. And right after we did, the economy went into the toilet,” Laney recalls. “So in a way we were lucky. We were able to go out with a champagne reception and

celebration. We didn’t have to go through that struggle that so many galleries later had to go through, struggling just to stay afloat.” Leigh’s papers now reside at the University of Georgia Archives. “When we went up to the archives, I was able to spend time with stuff I’d never spent time with before,” remembers Laney. “Letters Jack had written to people who were integral to him getting through doorways, like special places on the Ogeechee, gaining access to places at the Georgia ports where you’re usually not allowed. I was

struck by how beautiful they were, and written from his soul and his heart,” she says. “Going through his letters brought me back into that place of feeling very close with who he was. He was such an inspired man, and he liked to share his inspirations.” cs Jack Leigh: Full Circle, Low Country Photographs, 1972-2004 July 15-Oct. 2, at SCAD Museum of Art, 601 Turner Blvd. Reception Thu., July 17, 5:30-7:30 p.m., free and open to the public.

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retrospective, “I said absolutely. So many people in town, natives or transplants, do know Jack’s work already, but there are also so many new people here now,” she says. Indeed, Peterson himself admits he is new to Savannah and to SCAD. “It’s been fascinating to dig into this from an outsider’s perspective, particularly in tandem with Susan’s insider perspective. The two of us together is very interesting,” he says. “It’s a real honor having the chance to immerse myself in his career. “ Not just an employee, Laney became a close friend of Leigh’s during their time at the Gallery, which was downtown in the space now occupied by P.J.’s Thai restaurant at Oglethorpe and Abercorn. Starting work full-time at the Gallery in 1998, she became immersed in Leigh’s photographic style and technique. “He limited his work usually to 50 prints, 16x20 in size. So each print is essentially an original take on the negative,” says Laney. “He left printing notes, so that we still use the same filters, the same times, the same light,” she says. “Jack said the Midnight image took 100 passes of light. We have a template in the exhibition showing how he burns it in and dodges it.” She remained close to Leigh through his illness and death, often literally at his hospital bedside. “His illness really came as a surprise,” she recalls. “He got very sick in October 2003, and he was told if he didn’t do chemo he’d only live six more months. Well, he did chemo and still only lived six more months.” Leigh left instructions empowering Laney and his printer, Ben Beasley, to continue running his gallery “as long as it could stay profitable,” Laney says. “He was not a guy who wanted to talk about not being around anymore. It was a very short conversation,” she remembers.

Leigh also sought to tell the story of Southern vernacular life, as in this early image. Mr. Hazel and Buster, 1976, silver gelatin print

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Talking with…Hugh Acheson

Founder of The Florence insists he’s no ‘game-changer’ By Orlando Montoya savannahpodcast.com

Celebrity chef Hugh Acheson has won many top culinary awards. He’s opened four successful restaurants and has been the talk of Savannah for months. He appears on magazine covers and TV shows. And yet, he admits to thoughts of what might happen if the cameras stop aiming his way and all the publicity disappears. “My wife and I joke that if everything hits the fan, I would become manager at a Subway faster than anyone had become manager before,” he says. “I’ve been very lucky.” Lucky and hard-working. You don’t win two James Beard Foundation awards by lottery. He took home one of the top honors for being “Best Chef in the Southeast” and another for his cookbook, A New Turn in the South. And his restaurants? Well, they are rites of passage for Georgia epicures: Five and

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‘This is a wonderful city that has churned without us for so long,’ says Hugh Acheson, here pictured at the bar of The Florence at One West Victory. Photo by Orlando Montoya

Ten, Cinco y Diez and The National in Athens; Empire State South in Atlanta; and now, Savannah’s most buzzworthy restaurant to open in years, The Florence. When I spoke to him, six days into his new venture on Victory Drive, he laughed at some of the words that have cropped up around him here. “This is a wonderful city that has churned without us for so long,” he says. “We’re not a game-changer.” That last remark is a reference to frequent refrains about The Florence. Whether it’s about the restaurant’s regional and seasonal cuisine or its refurbished location, an old ice factory at the once-ramshackle end of Whittaker Street, Acheson’s house of Italian is described as something new, ineffably different and demarcating a cultural shift. It’s a sign we’re turning a corner and gaining on our historic rival, Charleston, in one area of fine Southern living where some would say we’re behind: food. The chef sighs.

“Our challenge isn’t to change the paradigm of the dining scene here,” he says. “It’s to build a great restaurant that really serves the community really well and is really revered by the people who come here.” And so The Florence opened without the usual fanfare expected of a “big new thing.” He wants the place to be a simple neighborhood hangout that caters mostly to locals. That’s not the model followed by many landmark restaurants here. He wants to do this with an Italian menu that draws on foods of this region. Think big Southern tomatoes, kale and cornmeal in the service of pasta and polenta. “Southern cuisine is just a reaction to the agrarian environment in which we lived historically,” he says. “At its essence, it’s quite a simple cuisine in a lot of ways. And parallel to that is Italian food, which has really strong roots in simplicity and beauty.” His space also reflects this vision. Exposed bricks and beams wrap around a bakery for coffee. There’s also an

indoor-outdoor bar area for cocktails. It’s all from the mind of a highly successful businessman who still admits that he doesn’t have all the answers. “I think the key to life and enjoying yourself is finding what you love to do and then positioning yourself as a learner and making sure that you learn every day,” he says. “If you position yourself as an expert, it puts a boundary on what your ability to learn is.” He says he learns from soft-centered, smart chefs who don’t yell and scream. He points to Michael Anthony of New York’s Gramercy Tavern as an inspiration. And I personally think it’s the yelling and screaming celebrity chefs who’ll end up selling five-dollar footlongs. Acheson’s way, more down to earth, will find success wherever it lands. cs Listen to this and other interviews by Orlando Montoya at savannahpodcast.com

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If you’re a saltaholic or a pepperhead, prepare to be disappointed. While so many chefs today opt to overpower food with heavy spices, the food at the Florence represents a subtle marriage of flavors. That way, each ingredient’s true nature can come out and play. The Florence’s small but wellcurated menu offers a wide range of Italianinspired entrees, from Sicilian Fisherman’s Stew to gourmet wood-fired pizzas. For a rare and special Italian treat, go for the Ricotta Cavetelli, scrumptious dumplings of ricotta cheese with roasted pork shoulder, flavored with crispy kale strips.

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Hot, bothered burlesque:

The Downtown Delilahs Nine Mata Hari shows make for a steamy July by bill deyoung bill@connectsavannah.com

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The proliferation of live burlesque shows on Savannah stages is reaching a new apex, as all three of the city’s dance ‘n’ tease ensembles have performances this weekend. Mary Contrary and the Dirty Dolls Burlesque Revue, the most overtly sexual of the three (it’s geared towards a late-night lesbian audience), returns to Club One Friday, July 11; On Saturday the 12th, the Savannah Sweet Tease Burlesque Revue is at the Jinx with its monthly show, the salute to the stars “Celebri-Tease”; Trumping them all is the Downtown Delilahs, a young company that performs several times a year in small theater adjacent to the House of Mata Hari. Beginning Thursday, July 10, the girls will put on nine performances this month, all of them titled “Hot and Bothered.” “I find it very interesting to see everybody’s different take on burlesque,” says Jade Bills, the Downtown Delilahs’ founder, choreographer, costume mistress and chief bottle-washer. “The fact that we all have our own different take on it is very exciting to me, and I love seeing them. “And I love that we each have our own following. Completely different people at our shows.” A student in SCAD’s performing arts department, minoring in dance, Bills (still known to many as Sheena Jade Kersey; Bills is her married name) was studying fashion design until she was struck by stage lightning in 2011. The bolt was the film Burlesque, starring Christina Aguilera and Cher. The critics weren’t nuts about it, but it changed Jade Bills’ future. “I’ve been watching Christina my whole life; that’s actually how I learned to dance, by copying music videos and things like that,” she explains. She immediately changed her major (SCAD does not offer a degree in dance) and started sketching out costumes. “I think there’s been a resurgence of burlesque all over,” Bills says. “For me personally, it was The Downtown Delilahs perform in House of Mata Hari’s Carnival Bar Theatre. 28 seeing the movie.”

In school she studied old school burlesque and vaudeville, and learned the difference between out-and-out stripping (a cornerstone of classic burlesque) and the entertaining tease. Her show, Bills stresses, places much more emphasis on dance. “Not that there’s no choreography in that old style, but it’s more about the reveal, and the nudity,” she says. “Whereas mine has a little hint of that, but it’s really hardcore, eight-count dance choreography the whole time.” If you’ve seen the Delilahs before, the July shows will be a little bit different. “This will be my first time not performing, since I’m pregnant,” Bills gushes. “It’s been a wonderful experience to sit back and actually see it all—whereas in rehearsals I’m usually in it, and I have to watch the videos to decide what’s working and what’s not working. This will be the first time I’ve actually seen the show, and I’m super-excited.” The House of Mata Hari is designed like a vintage plush speakeasy—access is gained only by a special key, which can be purchased, or by invitation from a performer. You’re eyeballed by a doorman through a peephole. “Performing there is perfect,” Bills says. “It’s exactly where you’d want to be to do something like I’m doing. Everything’s very antique, ‘20s and ‘30s—vintage drinks, vintage singers onstage. They change their gowns every 30 minutes. “And then you walk through a separate door, which is where our theater room is. I’m emotional, but I could just about cry about how lucky I am.” According to Bills, there’ll be a special perk on Downtown Delilah evenings: “When you buy a ticket for the show, that ticket allows you to hang out in Mata Hari for the rest of the night. It’s membership for the night. That’s just one of the benefits.” CS The Downtown Delilahs: “Hot and Bothered” Where: House of Mata Hari, 306 W. Lower Factors Walk When: July 10-12, 17-19 and 24-26. Thursday and Fridays at 10 p.m.; Saturdays at 9 and 11 p.m. Tickets: $20 (includes evening’s admission to House of Mata Hari)

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Jack Leigh: Full Circle, Low Country Photographs, 1972-2004 — SCAD Museum of Art presents

an exhibit honoring and showcasing the work of the acclaimed Savannah-based photographer. The exhibit, which is the first museum survey of work by Leigh since his passing 10 years ago, explores the inspiration of and influence of his photographs and features a reading room that will provide insight into Leigh’s creative process and legacy. The exhibit will also display works by Eva Rubenstein, Walker Evans, Helen Levitt, George Tice, Sally Mann, William Christenberry, William Eggleston, Lisa Robinson, Marcus Kenney, Tobia Makover, among others. Free for SCAD students, faculty, staff and museum members. Open to public at cost of museum admission. A free public reception will be at the museum Thursday, July 17, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.. July 15-Oct. 2. July 15-Oct. 2 SCAD Museum of Art, 601 Turner Blvd.

Sea and Mythical Creatures — Samone Norsworthy kept her art a secret for many years, and her first public exhibition includes childlike depictions of sea animals. Presented in watercolor, pen, acrylics, and mixed media. Reception July 11 5-7 p.m. Through July 25 Cultural Arts Gallery, 9 W. Henry St.

Continuing Exhibits Shaved — Works by artists (and Blick em-

ployees) Emily Quintero and Christine Zito. Through July 13 Blick Art Materials, 318 East Broughton St.

Artists of the Month: Sue Nichols and Marisa Alvarez — Sue Nichols paints highly-textured

landscapes in oil, and Marisa Alvarez uses recycled material to make her jewelry. Through Aug. 1 Gallery 209, 209 E River St. Helen Levitt: In the Street — The exhibit, a

collaboration with the High Museum of Art in Atlanta, displays the work of one of America’s ground-breaking photographers. The photographs are drawn from the permanent collections of both the Telfair and the High. Jepson Center for the Arts, 207 West York St. Immediate Surroundings — A summer sales

exhibition/juried show featuring works by 63 SCAD artists--students, alumni, faculty and staff--that suggest a sense of place. Includes representational and abstract depictions of interiors and landscapes, people and cities, objects and environments, that examine the human desire to belong. All art available for purchase. Prices begin at $25. Free and open to the public. Through Aug. 24 Gutstein Gallery, 201 E Broughton St,.

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Sandoz stepped away from her Savannah home to explore Lake Tahoe, an alpine lake straddling the border of Nevada and California, and its surrounding areas. While there, she created the “tahoe hybrids.” Through Aug. 3 Pinnacle Gallery, 320 E Liberty St. Maggie Evans: Status — Her work explores

cultural hierarchies and the human desire to be a part of, or detached from, class systems. Free for SCAD students, faculty, staff and museum members. Open to the public at the cost of museum admission. SCAD Museum of Art, 601 Turner Blvd.

‘Como se dice?’: Art by Maggie Hayes — In this

solo exhibit, Maggie Hayes will present her diverse works that include sketchbook pages and 10 ft. tall paintings “vaguely tropical and not particularly politically correct new work inspired by time spent in Latin America speaking some loose semblance of English and Spanish.” Through July 31 The Sentient Bean, 13 East Park Ave.

Marilyn: Celebrating an American Icon — An internationally traveling exhibition, featuring more than 100 works of American film icon Marilyn Monroe. Presented in a variety of media including photographs, paintings, and videos. Jepson Center for the Arts, 207 West York St. Orly Genger: Undertone — Solo exhibition of recent work by New York-based artist. Genger is renowned for monumental sculp-

tures composed of intricately hand-knotted and painted rope. Free for SCAD students, faculty, staff and museum members. Open to the public at the cost of museum admission. SCAD Museum of Art, 601 Turner Blvd. Photographs of Fort Pulaski — The Muse is

an exhibition of photographs by Shannon Christopher, shot on Cockspur Island and at Fort Pulaski. hrough July 27 Fort Pulaski National Monument, Cockspur Island. Simon Bilodeau: The End Has Different Stories —

Four sculptural installations by Montrealbased artist Simon Bilodeau. Free for SCAD students, faculty, staff and museum members. Open to the public at the cost of museum admission. SCAD Museum of Art, 601 Turner Blvd.

Six Decades: Ray Ellis Paintings — A show of Ray Ellis’ originals presented ‘salon style’. Paintings of the northeast and the southeast, Africa to Antarctica, Holland to France; fishing, hunting and golf; oils, watercolors, pencil drawings and sketches from the 1960’s to 2013. Free and open to the public. Mondays-Saturdays, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Ray Ellis Gallery/Compass Prints, Inc., 205 West Congress St. Stephen Burrows: An American Master of Inventive Design — Designs by acclaimed fashion

designer, curated by André Leon Talley. Free for SCAD students, faculty, staff and museum members. Open to the public at the cost of museum admission. SCAD Museum of Art, 601 Turner Blvd.

Witness- Observations Discovered Within Convenient Truth(s) — World traveler Camille Clifton

displays her recent photographs. Through Aug. 3 Gallery Espresso, 234 Bull St.

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TRANSFORMERS: AGE OF EXTINCTION As evidenced by the endurance test known as Transformers: Age of Extinction, Michael Bay’s contempt for his audience continues to be matched only by his contempt for the medium of film itself. And if he’s going to be so half-assed in putting together a major motion picture, then why should I spend time carefully constructing a review with smooth transitions and penetrating insights? To quote Judy Garland in The Wizard of Oz: Fuck that noise. (Admittedly, I might be thinking of another movie.) Here, then, are 10 random bullet points that popped into my head as I mentally revisited my T:AoE experience. • First, the good news: Transformers: Age of Extinction, the fourth in the series of films created by the dream team of Bay, Hasbro and Mephistopheles, is better than the previous sequels, 2009’s Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen and 2011’s Transformers: Dark of the Moon. Now for the sobering afterthought: Even a case of syphilis is preferable to that torturous twofer. • Mark Wahlberg has replaced Shia LaBeouf as the franchise’s human star. This is good news, since Wahlberg is a talented and charismatic actor and LaBeouf is an insufferable little prick. However, at least Bay had the sense to cast LaBeouf as an insufferable little prick so the master thespian wouldn’t have to play outside his range. Wahlberg, on the other hand, has been cast as a brilliant scientist, and perhaps not

since Steve Guttenberg in the trite ‘80s flick Short Circuit has an actor labored so mightily - and failed so miserably - at convincing us that he understood what the hell he was talking about when discussing eggheaded science stuff. • In addition to the Wahlberg-LaBeouf swap, another reason this one is marginally easier to take is because the attempts at comic relief aren’t as grotesquely conceived as in past installments. Sure, the sit-com subplot of Cade Yeager (Wahlberg) being an overprotective father to his 17-year-old daughter Tessa (Nicola Peltz) stirs memories of Tony Danza in She’s Out of Control (and who wants to be burdened with those memories?), and a Mini-Me/Minion-sized Transformer severely tests viewer patience. But at least there are no Amos’n’Andy robots on hand to showcase Bay’s racial insensitivity - and no shot of John Turturro’s bare buttocks, either. • Speaking of Turturro... It used to be that name actors would accept small paychecks just for the opportunity to appear in a Woody Allen movie. In these increasingly capitalist times, the trend now is for accomplished performers to accept hefty paychecks for whoring themselves out in Transformers flicks. Now joining the past likes of Turturro, Frances McDormand and John Malkovich is Stanley Tucci, who hams it up as a scientist creating his own line of Transformers through application

of the rare metal known as Transformium (no, I didn’t just make that name up; hand to God). • According to this film, dinosaurs were wiped off the earth by aliens, and this somehow also led to the creation of Transformer dinosaurs known as Dinobots. I gotta confess, I do like it when movies teach me something new about history and the real world surrounding me. • No one goes to a Transformers flick expecting to hear immortal dialogue along the lines of “Forget it, Jake; it’s Chinatown” or “What we have here is failure to communicate” or even “Yo, Adrian!” but the banter concocted by scripter Ehren Kruger has the proven ability to make ears bleed. “Where’s your warrant?” asks Yeager of a black-ops creep (Titus Welliver) on the hunt for Optimus Prime. “My face is my warrant!” comes the ingenious reply. Wait, what? Oh, never mind. There’s also a moment when hissable right-wing zealot Harold Attinger (played by hissable right-wing zealot Kelsey Grammer) states, “We have a saying here on Earth. The enemy of my enemy is my friend,” to which the evil Decepticon bounty hunter Lockdown replies, “I also have a saying. I don’t care!” “I don’t care”? Is Lockdown a formidable enemy from outer space or a petulant Judd Nelson in a mid-80s Brat Pack flick? • It’s hard to stay focused when what’s continues on p. 32

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happening on the big screen is even less exciting than watching golf on TV after having been sleep-deprived for two days. During this grueling stretch of stench, I daydreamed about my lovely wife, what sort of puppy we should get, early holiday deadlines, and the delicious Kahlua-filled marshmallows I enjoyed at a wild party held this past weekend. I’m pretty sure I also pondered rising gas prices at some point. • I like John Goodman a lot ... except when he’s providing the voice for an annoying redneck Transformer named Hound. Also, his Transformer has a beard and chomps a cigar. Nuff said. • As expected, product placements run rampant in this film, with one of the primary offenders being Bud Light. That’s OK by me: A crappy American beer deserves to be partnered with a crappy American movie. Jersey Boys • Transformers: Age of Extinction lasts 167 minutes. In this case, that’s not a runEArth to echo OO ning time. That’s a prison sentence. How do we know that the film indusTAMMY try’s love for the found-footage format has OP reached its ridiculous nadir? Because here It’s fitting that family dysfunction is at we have a children’s movie employing this the center of Tammy, since a different sort filmmaking fad for no discernible reason. of familial discord was responsible for this What’s next? A found-footage animated feadud being made in the first place. Melissa ture? A found-footage porn flick? A foundMcCarthy stars in the picture, her husband footage State of the Union address? Ben Falcone handled directorial duties, and Then again, it’s entirely possible that the the couple collaborated on the screenplay. folks behind Earth to Echo opted for this If their marriage can survive this film, it can mode of moviemaking solely to distract survive anything. from the fact that the picture is nothing McCarthy was a potent comic presence in more than a shameless rip-off of 1982’s E.T. Bridesmaids (earning an Oscar nomination) The Extra-Terrestrial, right down to utilizand The Heat, but here she proves to be curi- ing similar poster art and comparable narously ineffectual. She’s the title character, a rative beats to relate the story of a childlike small-town nobody who loses her cheating alien who requires assistance from a bunch husband, her minimum-wage job and her of suburban kids (Teo Halm, Brian “Astro” Bradley and Reese Hartwig, all appealing car all in one day. With her grandmother (Susan Sarandon) by her side, Tammy hits young actors) in order to get off our rock the road in search of a better life, yet that’s and journey back to his own planet. But E.T. isn’t the only movie being siphoned here: difficult to do when life is stacked against The addition to the group of a blonde (Ella you and when Granny turns out to be an Wahlestedt) who’s more mature than the alcoholic. Tammy is being promoted as a comedy, guys smacks of Super 8, while the wayward yet that’s only half the story, as the film alien unfortunately looks like the headacheinducing Bubo the mechanical owl from the begins with plenty of comic situations original Clash of the Titans. before burrowing deep down into dra“E.T. phone home,” trumpeted the othmatic developments. Unfortunately, neither approach really works. The mirthful bits erworldly star of the Spielberg classic. “E.T. simply aren’t funny -- the cast tries hard, text Earth” would work as a new rallying cry, but you can practically see the flop sweat since a film often as charm-free as Earth to pouring off brows. As for the heavy develop- Echo only serves to remind us of just how ments, they’re obviously meant to add heft much we’ve missed the little guy. to the picture and endear us even further to these sad-sack characters. Instead, the oppo- JERSEY BOYS OOP site holds true: After even just a half-hour of their tiresome antics, we wish someone Catching up with Jersey Boys on a weekday would just run them off the road already. afternoon, I was not surprised that there 32 were only about 15 of us in the theater

auditorium. What did catch my eye was the fact that I was the only male present and the additional realization that I was the only person under 65. The elderly women present definitely dug the movie, with several even clapping as the biopic’s subjects, The Four Seasons, wrapped up performances of such hits as “Sherry” and “Big Girls Don’t Cry.” All of this begs one simple question: Is Jersey Boys the Magic Mike of the senior set? Why not? In a summer season typically dominated by superhero sagas and dumdum comedies, it’s only right to offer toe-tapping entertainment to older moviegoers who presumably wouldn’t know a ninja turtle from a galaxy guardian. I just wish that the end result had been a bit better. Like other screen adaptations of acclaimed Broadway smashes, films like Les Miserables and The Producers, this one loses a bit in the transition from floorboards to clapboards. To be sure, it’s a handsomely mounted production, and a sound decision was made in casting the band members with relative newcomers: John Lloyd Young as Frankie Valli (Young won the Tony for essaying the part on Broadway), Erich Bergan as Bob Gaudio, Vincent Piazza as Tommy DeVito and Michael Lomenda as Nick Massi are noteperfect (in more ways than one) in their respective roles. But the problem begins with the selection of Clint Eastwood as director (not that I imagine first choice Jon Favreau would have been any better). Eastwood’s deep appreciation of jazz is well-documented -- director of Bird, executive producer of Thelonious Monk: Straight, No Chaser, composer on several of his own pictures - but there’s never been any indication that he would be able to pull off a pop effort like this one. An excellent filmmaker when it comes to pensive,

low-key dramas, he never quite locates the proper beat for this tale, and he’s furthered hindered by a script (by the show’s scribes Marshall Brickman and Rick Elice) that often fails to break away from the rigid template that constricts too many musical biopics. The film also has trouble with time: There’s often no sense of what’s taking place when, and when we do know, it sometimes doesn’t ring true (as when a girl in 1951 talks about wanting to see the new movie The Blob, which in reality wasn’t released until 1958). Jersey Boys contains enough pleasant ingredients to warrant a mild recommendation, but it’s clearly at its best when Clint curtails the characters’ kvetching and simply lets the music play.

How To Train Your Dragon 2

OOO The inevitable sequel to the 2010 smash, How to Train Your Dragon 2 might be a bright and cheerful toon flick for the whole family, but it also isn’t afraid to occasionally saunter over to the dark side. How dark? Let’s just say that there’s a late-breaking development here that will result in some moviegoers tagging it as this film’s Vaderflavored “I am your father” moment. I’m not referring to the more obvious parallel that the mother of our young protagonist Hiccup (voiced by Jay Baruchel) is still alive; while that might qualify as a spoiler of sorts, it’s already been widely reported in print and online, so hopefully I’m not ruining anything for anyone. No, I’m referring to a grim twist that just might lead to ample weeping from audience members who didn’t completely empty their tear ducts during The Fault in Our Stars. It’s a powerful moment, and it’s a reminder that the best

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to OD. It sounds like Lazy Screenwriting 101, and the potential for the self-referential humor to fall drastically flat is huge (see Seth MacFarlane’s A Million Ways to Die in the West as proof positive). Yet from the start, with a “Previously on 21 Jump Street” tease, Hill and his co-writers find ways to perk up the predictable. For instance, 22 Jump Street isn’t just the name of the movie; it’s also the new address that serves as the headquarters for the unit operating under the grouchy Captain Dickson (Ice Cube, the first picture’s stealth weapon of wit, is just as hilarious here). “Good thing there’s an abandoned Vietnamese church just across the street,” notes Dickson as they pass by the abandoned Korean church - now sold - that they previously had used as HQ. The campus setting also lends itself to some inspired bits. The Lucas Brothers, aka stand-up comedians Kenny and Keith, quietly steal scenes as pothead siblings who finish each other’s sentences, while former Saturday Night Live scribe Jillian Bell is drolly amusing as a huffy student constantly ragging on the fact that Schmidt is clearly older than the average college kid. As Maya, a classmate who catches Schmidt’s eye, Amber Stevens has to play it straighter than 22 JUMP STREET OOO her co-stars, but her participation in the proceedings eventually leads directly to a There really wasn’t any reason to expect couple of the film’s largest laughs. good things from 2012’s 21 Jump Street, The merriment and goodwill manage to since such TV-to-film adaptations as Starsky & Hutch, I Spy and Dark Shadows had sug- extend all the way to the epilogue; I won’t spoil the surprise since it’s best to view this gested that this wholesale mining of boobtube nostalgia clearly had its limitations. Yet sustained stretch of comic brilliance with virgin eyes, so let’s just say that the prospect the big-screen takeoff of the TV show that had placed Johnny Depp on the map proved of a 23 Jump Street seems more like a favor than a threat. to be a resounding success, self-aware in its humor yet never smug or suffocating in its execution. THE FAULT IN OUR STARS OOOP Similarly, there really wasn’t any reason to expect good things from 22 Jump Street, While theaters have been providing 3-D since any sequel would doubtless just be a glasses as moviegoers amble into enhanced repeat of what had gone on before. Well, showings of such hi-tech flicks as Godzilla yes and no. 22 Jump Street does follow the and Edge of Tomorrow, they’re offering no pattern of its predecessor, but the film’s four handouts at venues screening The Fault in writers (including co-star Jonah Hill) work Our Stars. That’s a blown opportunity for overtime to ensure that the majority of the the chains to make an extra buck, because gags are fresh and that the recycled ones are if the steady sniffling of the audience surgiven enough of an extra spin to make audi- rounding me at the film’s advance screening ences laugh all over again. And, boy, do they is any indication, then legions of viewers will laugh ... long and loud. be requiring a stack of Kleenex long before Hill and Channing Tatum return as the end credits roll. undercover cops Schmidt and Jenko, only Heck, I could have benefited from a counow they’re too old to successfully pass ple myself, if only to blot eyes that watered themselves off as high school students as up on more than one occasion. Movies they search for the makers of a deadly drug about sickly young people tend to strand that’s causing kids to OD. The solution? discerning film fans far from the intended They must successfully pass themselves effect, since dry eyes or involuntary chuckles off as college students as they search for the are more likely to greet the melodramatic makers of a deadly drug that’s causing kids claptrap foisted upon the screen. But The animated features have the ability to fully engage our senses as well as any live-action endeavor. The original film centered on the sensitive viking Hiccup and the dragon Toothless, and how their relationship eventually put an end to the long-running feud between man and beast. As this new picture opens, we see that everyone in the village of Berk has at least one dragon as a pet. But while life in Berk is idyllic, there’s trouble brewing in the surrounding area, as a brute named Drago Bludvist (Djimon Hounsou) has been ordering his minions to round up as many dragons as possible. Hiccup figures that he should attempt to reason with Drago, but Stoick (Gerard Butler), Hiccup’s father and the viking chief, knows that there’s no use in talking to such a madman. Nevertheless, Hiccup decides he’ll give it the old viking try, although his plan gets sidetracked once he unexpectedly reunites with the long-gone mom (Cate Blanchett) he never knew. Of course, we all knew the animation would be up to snuff; what’s more unexpected is the strength of the script by director Dean DeBlois (working from the book series by Cressida Cowell).

Fault in Our Stars, based on John Green’s acclaimed 2012 bestseller, is different: It treats its characters as recognizably human individuals rather than symbolic pawn pieces, and it hooks us with its mix of strong dialogue, restrained direction and powerhouse performances. Shailene Woodley, matching her spectacular turn in last summer’s The Spectacular Now, stars as Hazel Grace Lancaster, a 16-year-old whose cancer has left her unable to properly breath without her portable oxygen tank in tow. A smart and strong-willed teen, the last thing she wants to do is spend potentially limited time attending support group meetings, but at the insistence of her mother (Laura Dern), she finally acquiesces. And a good thing, too, since it’s at one of these meetings that she encounters Augustus “Gus” Waters (Ansel Elgort), a self-assured boy who lost a leg to cancer and now sports a prosthetic one. Gus and Hazel both benefit from loving and supportive parents, yet what they really require is one another, someone who can understand firsthand the fears and difficulties that they each face daily. For her part, though, Hazel wants to keep some distance, as she doesn’t desire to see anyone else hurt by her tragic life circumstances. Gus naturally balks at

her decision, and they eventually make the transition from best buddies to consummate soulmates. Naturally, cancer will again rear its hideous head at some point over the course of the film, but the script by Scott Neustadter and Michael H. Weber is too intelligent to telegraph its moves or allow the drama to fall into predetermined place. One of the highlights of the picture is when Hazel and Gus travel to Amsterdam to meet Peter Van Houten (Willem Dafoe), the author of Hazel’s favorite book, and their meeting isn’t quite what one might expect. Instead, the emotions that are unleashed are raw, startling and even terrifying, and they provide an unease not even attempted in other films of this nature (certainly not junk like Sweet November or Autumn in New York). Even with its blanket richness, The Fault in Our Stars won’t draw viewers who dismiss out of hand anything dealing with palpable emotions. But admittedly, one person’s soul-rattling catharsis might be another’s Hallmark greeting card, meaning even openminded viewers might not catch its wavelength. Fair enough.

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Activism & Politics

13th Colony Patriots

A group of conservative political activists that meets the 13th of each month. Dedicated to the preservation of the U.S. Constitution and life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness for all Americans. See Facebook page or call for information. Free 13th of every month, 6:30-8:30 p.m. 912-604-4048. liveoakstore.com/tubbysthunderbolt. 13th of every month, 6:30-8:30 p.m Tubby's Tank House (Thunderbolt), 2909 River Dr. Drinking Liberally

An informal, left-leaning gathering to discuss politics, the economy, sports, entertainment, or anything else that comes up. Every first and third Thursdays, 7:00 p.m. Tondee's Tavern, 7 E. Bay Street (912) 341-7427 Free ongoing, 7 p.m. livingliberally.org/drinking/chapters/GA/savannah. ongoing, 7 p.m Muffins with Mary Ellen

Alderman Mary Ellen Sprague hosts a weekly gathering for District 4 constituents every Wednesday morning. Residents and business owners of District 4 are invited to drop-in to ask questions and discuss local issues. Free and open to the public. Wednesdays, 6-9 a.m. 912-659-0103. ogeecheecoffee.com/. Wednesdays, 6-9 a.m coffee deli, 4517 Habersham St. 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. ongoing Savannah Libertarians

Join the Facebook group to find out about upcoming local events. Mondays. Facebook.com/groups/SAVlibertarians. Mondays Savannah Tea Party

Free to attend. Note new location, date and time. Food and beverages available for purchase. Call for additional information. Reservations not necessary. Annual Dues $10.00. Free second Monday of every month, 5:30 p.m. 912-598-7358. savannahteaparty.com. liveoakstore.com/tubbysthunderbolt. second Monday of every month, 5:30 p.m Tubby's Tank House (Thunderbolt), 2909 River Dr. Young Democrats

Mondays at 7pm on the second level of Foxy Loxy, Bull Street. Call or visit the Young Democrats Facebook page for more information. Free ongoing. 423-619-7712. foxyloxycafe.com/. ongoing Foxy Loxy Cafe, 1919 Bull St.

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Auditions and Calls for Entries

African American Theatre

Revitalize African-American theatre in Savannah. Staging and premiering of new, dynamic plays with memorable characters and storylines. Contact playwright Ben Harris for information. Every 3 days. 34 404/955-1697. ybasa126@aol.com. Every

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Call for Applications: Savannah Voice Festival's Teen Voice Workshop

Young singers (ages 15-19) are invited to spend August 8-10 singing and learning with Savannah Voice Festival's Artistic Director, Sherrill Milnes, Jorge Parodi, vocal coach and Director of College Preparatory Division of the Juilliard School and other esteemed faculty. Students will train, look at college preparation and perform in a special presentation on Aug. 10 for musical lovers, family and friends. Deadline for Applications are July 15, 2014. Space is limited. $350. See website to apply and for details. Every 3 days. Savannahvoicefestival.org. Every 3 days Call for entries: Faux Real show at Non-Fiction Gallery

Non-Fiction Gallery is looking for works that explore the many facets of the concept of reality. The gallery invites artists from all media to apply to this national juried show. Please see the prospectus at nonfictiongallery.com. Show dates: August 1-12, 2014 Submission deadline: Friday, July 11, 2014 Entry fee: $20 for up to three works, $5 per every entry thereafter. Every 3 days. 912662-5152. nonfictiongallery.com. Every 3 days Non-Fiction Gallery, 1522 Bull St. Canyon Ranch Institute Healthy World Scholarships

Canyon Ranch has generously donated 25 stays at Canyon Ranch in Tucson, AZ, as scholarships for people who work or volunteer in low-income and medically underserved communities helping to enhance the health and well-being of their local populations. What’s Included: A complimentary five-day, four-night stay at Canyon Ranch in Tucson in 2015. Apply by October 1. Details and requirements online. Wednesdays.. canyonranchinstitute.org/storage/FINAL_Call_for_ CRI_Healthy_World_Scholarship_Apps_ REV__6_17_2014.pdf. Wednesdays. City of Savannah TV Show Seeks Entries

The City of Savannah's TV station, SGTV is seeking insightful and well-crafted profiles, documentaries, animations, original music videos, histories or other original works by or about the citizens of Savannah to run on "Engage", a television show produced by the city. Interested in collaborating with filmmakers, artists, musicians and others in producing original content for the program. While the City does not offer compensation for such programs, SGTV does offer an opportunity to expose local works to a wide audience. More than 55,000 households in Chatham County have access to SGTV. Submit proposals via website. The City reserves the right to reject any programming that does not meet content standards. ongoing. savannahga. gov/engagesgtv. ongoing City's Cultural Arts Gallery Seeks Artists for 2015 Exhibitions

Artists sought to exhibit at the Cultural Arts Gallery in 2015. Contemporary art, design and fine crafts by local and regional artists. Exhibiting artists are required to develop and present a learning opportunity

to the public such as a workshop, lecture or demonstration. All mediums considered for a non-degree seeking solo or group exhibition, including video and installation pieces. Deadline: September 5, 2014, 4 p.m. Submit to Debra Zumstein, Arts Programs Coordinator, City of Savannah Department of Cultural Affairs, 9 W. Henry St., Savannah, GA 31401. Proposal guidelines online or by phone. Through Sep. 5. (912) 651-6783. savannahga.gov/arts. Through Sep. 5 Gallery 209 Call for Artist

Gallery 209, 209 East River Street, seeks a 3D artist to join its cooperative gallery. Interested artist should call the gallery at 236-4583 between the hours of 10:30 and 1:30 pm and ask for Pat or email Bill Rousseau at bmrousseau@aol.com. Every other day. gallery209.com/. Every other day Gallery 209, 209 E River St. Gallery Seeks Local Artists

Kobo Gallery, 33 Barnard Street, in downtown Savannah seeks 2-D and 3-D artists to join its cooperative gallery. Must be a full-time resident of Savannah or nearby area. Work to be considered includes painting, photography, mixed media, sculpture, glass, ceramics and wood. If interested please submit 5-10 images of your work, plus resume/CV and biography to info@kobogallery.com. ongoing. ongoing Kobo Gallery, 33 Barnard Street ,. Homeschool Music Classes

Music classes for homeschool students ages 8 - 18, and their parents. Offered in Guyton and Savannah. See website for details. ongoing. CoastalEmpireMusic. com. ongoing

Oatland Island Seeks Memories and Recollections for 40th Anniversary

Oatland Island Education Center is looking for memories of Oatland Island, in honor of their 40th anniversary. People who were you part of the Youth Conservation Corp that helped to build Oatland Island Education Center in the 1970’s. Great memories from Oatland field trips. Special family memories of Oatland Island. Send your photos and stories to memories@oatland40th.org. Deadline is August 31. Every 3 days. 912-395-1500. oatlandisland.org. Every 3 days Weave-A-Dream Grant Applications Sought

Call for proposals for its 2014 Weave-ADream—Cultural & Arts Projects initiative. Applications will be accepted through the calendar year, while funds are available. Programs are to be completed prior to December 31, 2014 and the application must be submitted at least eight weeks prior to the start date of the project. Project funding is available up to $2,500 per program/ project. Emphasis on proposals that actively involve youth, seniors, and those who have limited access to arts based programs in Savannah. Applicants must be a non-profit, 501c3, head-quartered in Savannah’s corporate limits. Proposed programs must also be produced within the City’s corporate limits. No individual artist applications will be accepted. Applications are available on the Department

of Cultural Affairs website. Mondays.. 912651-6417. cnorthcutt@savannahga.gov. (savannahga.gov\arts. Mondays. Benefits

Back to School Supplies Drive Sponsored by CASA

Savannah/Chatham County Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA), Inc. is collecting school supplies and clear or mesh backpacks to help local foster children begin the school year with the necessary items to succeed. Collection dates are Tuesday, July 1, 2014 through Friday, July 25, 2014. Drop off Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm at the United Way of the Coastal Empire building, 428 Bull Street Suite 205. Every 3 days. (912) 447-8908 ext. 105. intern@savannahcasa.org. Every 3 days Chatham County Animal Control Seeks Donations of Items

Chatham County Animal Control is in need of items for pets in the facility. Seeking donations of canned and dry dog and cat food, baby formula, newspaper, paper towels, soaps, crates, leashes, collars, wash cloths, and towels. Open daily from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. ongoing. 912-351-6750. animalcontrol.chathamcounty.org. ongoing Chatham County Animal Shelter, 7215 Sallie Mood Dr. Chief Jimmy Crosby’s Food For Thought: Barbecue Fundraiser

A BBQ benefit for Fire Chief Jimmy Crosby, 47 year member of the Garden City Fire Department, whose wife's serious illness is creating financial hardship. BBQ lunch plates w/ 2 sides for sale. Pre-orders by July 18. Pick up Friday, July 25, 11am-2pm at Garden City Fire Department – Station One. 160 Main Street, Garden City. $8 per plate. Must present ticket at pick up. Through July 18. 912-966-7780. Through July 18 Fit 4 Life: Six-Week Fitness Challenge and Benefit

Linda Socks & Sam Carter conduct a 6-Week Fitness Challenge, June 21-July 26. Part of their fundraising effort for the Rape Crisis Center in the 2014 Chatham Orthopaedic Ballroom Extravaganza. Register via phone or email through the Rape Crisis Center. Please do not call the gym facilities. $150 benefiting Rape Crisis Center. Saturdays, 8 a.m.. 233-3000. director@ rccsav.org. Saturdays, 8 a.m. The Fitness Club, 2164 E Victory Drive. Ogeechee Riverkeeper Annual Meeting & Membership Drive

Low Country Boil buffet. Music by Dr. Dan Matrazzo and The Looters. Free bounce-house and face painting. $20 adults, $6 for children 4-12 years old. Sat., July 12, noon. https://facebook.com/ events/1438976666357206/?ref_dashboard_filter=upcoming&source=1. Sat., July 12, noon Love's Seafood & Steaks, Hwy. 17 South. SCMPD Animal Control seeks Volunteers

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ers, property maintenance workers, kennel assistants, dog walkers, cat socializers, play area monitors, off-site adoption managers, veterinary service supporters, and foster coordinators. 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. Volunteers must be at least 17-years-old. ongoing. (912) 5252151. jlewis01@savannahga.gov. ongoing Tybee Prom

Entertainment by "Girlfriends" and DJ Barri Marshall. Dress code is Tybee Formal. All proceeds benefit the Humane Society of Great Savannah. $20 Sat., July 12, 7-11 p.m. tybeefun.com/. tybeefun. com. Sat., July 12, 7-11 p.m American Legion, 10 Veterans Drive. Classes, Camps & Workshops

200 - Hour Intensive Yoga Teacher Training

Savannah Yoga Center sponsors this course, held July 25 – August 17, 2014. Application Deadline is July 15. Three week yoga teacher training led by Kelley J. Boyd, 500-ERYT & Director of Savannah Yoga Center, accompanied by the East Coast’s best yoga teachers. Yoga / Satsang. Registration and more info at www.savannahyoga.com or call (912) 232-2994. Every 3 days. Every 3 days Art Classes at The Studio School

Ongoing weekly drawing and painting classes for youth and adults. See website, send email or call for details. 912-4846415. melindaborysevicz@gmail.com. thestudioschoolsavannah.com. 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. Artist Sacred Circle

Group forming on Fridays beginning in March. 1:30pm-3pm. Based on The Artist's Way by Julia Cameron. Contact Lydia Stone, 912-656-6383 or rosesonthemove@ gmail.com. ongoing. 912-656-6383. rosesonthemove@gmail.com. ongoing Ballroom Series Group Class

A group ballroom dance class for beginners through advanced, focused on two partnership dances that are voted on the class at the beginning of the month. Rumba, Swing, Tango, Foxtrot, Waltz, Cha Cha, Samba, and more. Singles or couples. $10.00 per person or $35 for 4 weeks (per person) Wednesdays, 7-8 p.m. 912.312.3549. reservetodance@gmail.com. salondebailedancestudio.com. Wednesdays, 7-8 p.m Salon de Baile Dance Studio, 7064 Hodgson Memorial Drive. Beading Classes

Offered every weekend at Perlina Beadshop, 6 West State Street. Check website calendar or call for info. 912-441-2656. perlinabeadshop.com.

Beading Classses at Epiphany Bead & Jewelry Studio

Learn jewelry-making techniques from beginner to advanced. Call for class times. 912-920-6659. Epiphany Bead & Jewelry Studio, 407 East Montgomery Xrds.

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. Anahata Healing Arts Center, 2424 Drayton St. Boot Camp

Get fit and lose weight with our Boot Camp instructor Tim Smith. Start your morning off with these heart-pumping routines sure to help you with your fitness goals! $15 for drop in, 8/$100 (must use in 30 days) or 12/$125 (must use in 30 days) Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, 6:30-7:30 a.m. 912-257-5901. info@firstcityfitness.com. Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, 6:30-7:30 a.m First City Fitness, 2127 1/2 Victory Dr. Camp: Summer Sailing Camp at Lake Mayer

Kids! Learn to sail on Lake Mayer. Savannah Sailing Center presents its Summer Sailing Camp for children ages 5 and up. Weekly sessions for “Catch the Wind” (Children 8 and up) are 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Weekly sessions for "Guppies" (children 5 through 7) are 9:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m. Camp dates: June 1-August 2. $150-$275 per week depending on age. Discounts for SSC members, multiple students per family, and multiple weeks. Every 7 days. 912-3529996. savsailing@yahoo.com. savannahsailingcenter.org. Every 7 days Lake Mayer, 1850 E. Montgomery Crossroads. Camp: Telfair Art Camps (for kids)

Telfair Museums offers several week-long art camps for children and teens during the summer. Different focus for each camp. Space for each camp is limited and advance registration is required. The registration fee includes all materials and each child is required to bring their own lunch bag. For more information and to register online please visit www.telfair.org/learn/ summer/. Every 7 days. telfair.org/jepson/. Every 7 days Jepson Center for the Arts, 207 West York St. 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. Chatham County Sheriff's Office Explorers Post 876

The Chatham County Sheriff's Office Explorers Post 876, is currently accepting applications from young men and women (ages 14-20 years old) who are interested in a career in Law Enforcement. Explorers experience mentoring, motivation, and learn skills which help prepare them for their roles as a productive citizen in the Coastal Empire. Interested parties may visit the Chatham County Sheriff's web page, click "Community" then Explorers Post 876" for applications, or contact Cpl. R. Bryant-Elleby at (912)651-3743. ongoing. 912-651-3743. chathamsheriff.org. ongoing Childbirth Education Class

Join us for this 6-week birthing class series. Cate Glyn-Jones will guide you through the process of birth, simple coping techniques and comfort measures, as well as addressing newborn care basics. Max. 10 families. Also available as a private class - call for details. $250 per individual/

couple Tuesdays, 6-8 p.m.. 912-544-6387. erigosavannah.com. Tuesdays, 6-8 p.m. Erigo, 5301 Paulsen Street. Classical Guitar Instruction

Professional level classical instruction with a university professor. Lessons available for all levels with Dr. Brian Luckett, DMA. Private studio in Starland District. $25/half hour, $45/hour. brian@brianluckett.com. (brianluckett.com. Clay Classes

Savannah Clay Studio at Beaulieu offers handbuilding, sculpture, and handmade tiles, basic glazing and firing. 912-3514578. 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. 912-897-7656. savannahaux.com. Conscious Kids Yoga

This class is designed to provide students with experiences which will transfer healthy movement, breathing, consciousness, and positive thinking not only on your mat, but into your daily life. These experiences build skill, confidence, strength, and abilities of your body, mind, and heart. Ideal for children 4+ $15 per class or $50 for 6 sessions (to be used within 2 months) Wednesdays, 4-4:45 p.m. 912-544-6387. erigosavannah.com. Wednesdays, 4-4:45 p.m Erigo, 5301 Paulsen Street. Dance Conditioning

Be prepared to sweat! Bring your towel and your water bottle! This class is designed to enhance your strength, flexibility, balance, and overall body fitness. With belly dance movements in mind, this is a total body work out! $10 drop in or $80 for 10 classes Wednesdays, 7 p.m. 912.312.3549. salondebaile.dance@ gmail.com. salondebailedancestudio.com. Wednesdays, 7 p.m Salon de Baile Dance Studio, 7064 Hodgson Memorial Drive. 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 912443-0410. English as Second Language Classes

Learn conversational English, comprehension, vocabulary and life communication skills. All ages. Thursdays, 7:30pm, Island Christian Church, 4601 US Highway 80 East. Free. 912-897-3604. islandchristian. org. 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. $30 912-354-6686. 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. 912-921-4646. ongoing Feng Shui Simplified!

Feng Shui Simplified occurs on the second Sunday of the month. The class covers

the nine main areas involved in Feng Shui to boost harmony in your life! $30/class second Sunday of every month, 1 p.m. relaxsavannah@gmail.com. facebook. com/relaxsavannah. second Sunday of every month, 1 p.m Anahata Healing Arts Center, 2424 Drayton St. Figure Drawing Classes

Tuesdays 6-9pm and Wednesdays 9:3012:30am. $60/4-session package or $20 drop-in fee. At the Studio School. ongoing. 912-484-6415. melindaborysevicz@gmail. com. thestudioschoolsavannah.com. ongoing Studio School, 1319 Bull St. Free Fitness Boot Camp

Mondays and Wednesdays, 6pm at Tribble Park, Largo & Windsor Rd. Children welcome. Free 912-921-0667. Guitar, Mandolin, or Bass Guitar Lessons

Emphasis on theory, reading music, and improvisation. Located in Ardsley Park. ongoing. 912-232-5987. ongoing Home Improvement Workshop: Installing a Kitchen Faucet

Another installment in Habitat ReStore Savannah's 2014's semi-monthly expertled workshops for do-it-yourselfers of all experience levels. Step-by-step instruction for DIY types to learn home repair and home decorating projects. Free and open to the public. Sat., July 12, 10 a.m. 912.655.3416. Sat., July 12, 10 a.m Habitat ReStore Savannah, 1900 E. Victory Dr. Housing Authority Neighborhood Resource Center

Housing Authority of Savannah hosts classes at the Neighborhood Resource Center. Adult literacy/GED prep: MonThurs, 9am-12pm & 1pm-4pm. Financial education: 4th Fri each month, 9am-11am. Basic computer training: Tues & Thurs, 1pm-3pm. Community computer lab: Mon-Fri, 3pm-4:30pm. ongoing. 912-2324232 x115. savannahpha.com. savannahpha.com/NRC.html. ongoing 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. Mondays Latin Cardio

Latin Cardio is a cardio based workout class that is designed to get your off the couch and sweat while having fun! We dance to all your favorite latin style dances like cha cha, samba, jive, rumba, salsa and more! Don't worry...you will be sweating off the pounds every time you put your feet into action on the dance floor! No partner necessary. Workout clothes required! $10 drop in or $80 for 10 classes Mondays, 6 p.m. 912.312.3549. salondebaile.dance@ gmail.com. salondebailedancestudio.com. Mondays, 6 p.m Salon de Baile Dance Studio, 7064 Hodgson Memorial Drive. Learn to Sew!

Sewing lessons for all ages and skill levels. Private and Group classes. ongoing. 912-596-0889. kleossewingstudio. com. ongoing Kleo's Sewing Studio, 36 W. Broughton St. #201. Life Coaching

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change, new lifestyle, or an opportunity to pursue creative or business projects? Step-by-step guidance to fulfill aspirations. In person or telephone sessions. Contact via email or telephone. Every 3 days. 912-596-1952. info@roiseandassociates. com. Every 3 days Downtown Savannah, downtown. Lively up Yourself Super Session with Maggie Hayes

This will be a body and soul-stirring yoga experience of dancehall and roots reggae music inspired by the unyielding positivity found in the songs. Expect a dynamic, heart-opening super session full of big chunes and the healing riddems of joy and love. $15 early bird / $25 day of Sat., July 12, 1-2:30 p.m. 912-232-2994. savannahyoga.com/. Sat., July 12, 1-2:30 p.m Savannah Yoga Center, 1321 Bull St. Mommy & Me Relaxation Class

This class offers you the education needed to face the physical, mental, and emotional changes of your body, mind and heart with poise and grace. Lynn will guide you, and your child, through a variety of relaxation techniques leaving you feeling refreshed and reinvigorated to face the day. This class is open to expecting and new moms as well as those with small children (4 and under). $15/class or 6 classes for $50 (to be used within 2 months) Tuesdays, Thursdays, 10-11 a.m. 912-544-6387. erigosavannah.com. Tuesdays, Thursdays, 10-11 a.m Erigo, 5301 Paulsen Street. Music Instruction

Georgia Music Warehouse, near corner of Victory Drive & Abercorn, offering instruction by professional musicians. Band instruments, violin, piano, drums and guitar. All ages welcome. ongoing. 912-358-0054. georgiamusicwarehouse.com/. ongoing Georgia Music Warehouse, 2424 Abercorn St. Music Lessons: Private or Group

Portman’s Music Academy offers private or group classes for ages 2 to 92, beginner to advanced level. All instruments. Also, voice lessons, music production technology and DJ lessons. Teaching staff of over 20 instructors with professional, well equipped studios and a safe, friendly waiting area for parents and siblings. ongoing. 912354-1500. portmansmusic.com. portmansmusic.com. ongoing Portman's Music Superstore, 7650 Abercorn St. Music Lessons--Multiple Instruments

Savannah Musicians Institute offers private instruction for all ages in guitar, ddrums, piano, bass, voice, banjo, mandolin, ukelele, flute, woodwinds. 7041 Hodgson Memorial Dr. ongoing. 912-692-8055. smisavannah@gmail.com. ongoing Neighborhood Leadership Academy at Savannah State University

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Applications are now being accepted for The Neighborhood Leadership at Savannah State University. Open to men and women, 21 years and older from Savannah/Chatham County. This free 12-session course is designed to develop participants’ knowledge of the Savannah community, and sharpen personal leadership skills and abilities. Selected participants attend evening sessions once a week, taught by 36 other community leaders and experts. Ap-

plications are due August 8, 2014. Classes are scheduled to start the third week of September, at Savannah State University. Free to participate in this 12 week course. Must apply and be accepted. Thursdays, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.. 912-232-6747. jjohnson@ stepupsavannah.org. stepupsavannah.org/ wp-content/uploads/2014/06/2014-FallNLA-at-SSU-application-DRAFT-2.pdf. stepupsavannah.org. Thursdays, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Step Up Savannah, 428 Bull Street. 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. ongoing Portman's Music Superstore, 7650 Abercorn St. New Mamas Club

Fun new class with Ann Carroll and Cate Glyn-Jones (alternating weeks). Time will be spent on a variety of engaging activities for mom and baby including some light yoga or gentle exercise. $20 per mom or 6-sessions for $65 to be used within 2 months of purchase - this option also includes 10% off Erigo services, classes, or products Fridays, 10 a.m.-noon. 912-5446387. erigosavannah.com. Fridays, 10 a.m.noon Erigo, 5301 Paulsen Street. Novel Writing

Write a novel, finish the one you've started, revise it or pursue publication. Award-winning Savannah author offers one-on-one or small group classes, mentoring, manuscript critique, ebook formatting. Email for pricing and scheduling info. ongoing. pmasoninsavannah@gmail.com. ongoing Occupational Safety and Health Standards for General Industry

Maintain your general industry trainer status. Become familiar with recent changes to OSHA standards for the most common hazards and violations. This course is for private-sector personnel who have completed the OTI 501 instructor course. General industry voluntary compliance outreach trainers must take this course every four years. If your card has expired, you must retake the OTI 501 course and the exam. 615 Tue., July 15, 10 a.m. Tue., July 15, 10 a.m Georgia Tech Savannah, 210 Technology Circle. 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 Lessons

Piano lessons with a classically trained instructor, with theater and church experience. 912-312-3977. ongoing. georgiamusicwarehouse.com/. ongoing Georgia Music Warehouse, 2424 Abercorn St. Piano Voice-Coaching

Pianist with M/degree,classical modern jazz improvisation, no age limit. Call 912-961-7021 or 912-667-1056. Serious inquiries only. ongoing. ongoing Piloxing: Sexy, Sleek, and Powerful

PILOXING® cardio fusion incorporates cutting edge research and fitness techniques to burn maximum calories, build lean

muscles, and increase stamina. Uniquely blends the power, speed, and agility of boxing with the targeted sculpting and flexibility of pilates. Also uses weighted gloves, toning the arms and maximizing cardiovascular health. Includes dance moves to create muscle-toning, fat-burning workout that generates a feeling of physical and mental empowerment. $10.00 drop in or 10 classes for $80 Fridays, 10-11 a.m. 912.312.3549. reservetodance@gmail.com. salondebailedancestudio.com. Fridays, 1011 a.m Salon de Baile Dance Studio, 7064 Hodgson Memorial Drive. Quilting Classes

ongoing: Quilting classes for beginners and advanced stitchers. Learn to make your first quilt or learn a new technique. See the website, call, or come by the shop. varies ongoing. 912 925 0055. email@ colonialquilts.us. colonialquilts.us. ongoing Colonial Quilts and Savannah Sewing Center, 11710 Largo Drive. Reading/Writing Tutoring

Ms. Dawn’s Tutoring in reading, writing, and composition. Remedial reading skills, help with borderline dyslexia, to grammar, term paper writing, and English as a Second Language. Fun methods for children to help them learn quickly. Contact: cordraywriter@gmail.com or text or call 912-12660-7399. Call for fee information. Russian Language Classes

Learn to speak Russian. All experience levels welcome, beginner to expert. Call for info. ongoing. 912-713-2718. ongoing Salsa Group Classes

Join us for the hottest class around! Salsa! Learn how to dance with a partner or come solo. The only thing we require is a good attitude and in the mindset to have some fun! $5.00 Sundays, 5:30 p.m. 912.312.3549. salondebaile.dance@ gmail.com. salondebailedancestudio.com. Sundays, 5:30 p.m Salon de Baile Dance Studio, 7064 Hodgson Memorial Drive. Sewing Classes

Beginner in sewing? Starting your clothing business or clothing line? Learn to sew. Industry standard sewing courses designed to meet your needs in the garment industry. Open schedule. Savannah Sewing Academy. 1917 Bull St. ongoing. 912-2900072. savsew.com. ongoing Singing Classes

Bel Canto is the name of the style of singing invented by Nicola Vaccai, which helps the voice become flexible and expressive, improves the vocal range and breathing capacity and is the technique Anitra Warren uses to train her students. It carries over well as a foundation for opera, rock, pop, gospel and musical theatre. $25 Mondays-Sundays, 6 p.m. 786-247-9923. anitraoperadiva@yahoo.com. MondaysSundays, 6 p.m Institute of Cinematic Arts, 12 West State Street, 3rd and 4th flrs.,. Singing Lessons with Anitra Opera Diva

Teaching the Vaccai Bel Canto technique for improving vocal range and breathing capacity. A good foundation technique for different styles--opera, pop, rock, cabaret. Fridays 5:30-8:30pm. Institute of Cinematic Arts, 12 1/2 W. State St., 3rd floor. ongoing. 786-247-9923. anitraoperadiva.com. ongoing

Spanish Classes

Learn Spanish for life and grow your business. Courses for professionals offered by Conquistador Spanish Language Institute, LLC. Classes offered in a series. Beginner Spanish for Professionals--Intro price $155 + textbook ($12.95). Instructor: Bertha E. Hernandez, M.Ed. and native speaker. Meets in the Keller Williams Realty meeting room, 329 Commercial Drive. ongoing. conquistador-spanish.com. ongoing Stress Reduction: Arising Stillness in Zen

Stress-reducing practices for body, speech and mind. Five Thursday night classes from 6- 7:00pm. $15 drop-in; $70 for series. Rev. Fugon Cindy Beach, Sensei. Savannah Zen Center 111 E. 34th St. 31401 revfugon@gmail.com ongoing. ongoing Camp: Summer Gymnastics Camp

Gymnastics, arts & crafts, snacks, games, rope swing, water fun, for children ages 3 & up. $125 Mondays-Fridays, 9 a.m.-noon. 912-354-4343. aag.savannah@yahoo. com. aagsavannah.com/assets/PDFs/ SummerCampRegistrationForm2014.pdf. aagsavannah.com. Mondays-Fridays, 9 a.m.-noon All American Gymnastics, 7808 White Bluff Rd. Camp: Telfair Museums’ Contemporary Creative Explorer

July 28 to August 1 for ages 8-12. This camp features 3D printing with the MakerBot 3D printer! This summer Art Colony takes students on a journey, exploring Telfair Museums’ three sites and numerous exhibitions. Find inspiration with instruction in drawing, painting and printmaking. Students immerse themselves in innovative art lessons taught by professional artists. The camp culminates with a reception and exhibition of the campers’ work at the Jepson Center. Cancellation less than two weeks prior to the start of your camp incurs an $85 cancellation fee. $175 for Telfair members and $195 for non-members Every 7 days. telfair.org. telfair.org/jepson/. Every 7 days Jepson Center for the Arts, 207 West York St. Update for Construction Industry Outreach Trainers

Maintain your construction industry trainer status. Become familiar with recent changes to OSHA's most common hazards and violations. 615 Tue., July 15, 10 a.m. Tue., July 15, 10 a.m Georgia Tech Savannah, 210 Technology Circle. Vocal Lessons

The Voice Co-op is a group of voice instructors in Savannah, Georgia who believe in the power of a nurturing community to help voice students blossom into vibrant artists. Each of our instructors have earned the degree of Master of Music in Voice Performance. Group master classes are held once each month for students of the Co-op. In the winter and spring the students will have the opportuinty to present a vocie recital for the community. Varies ongoing. 912-656-0760. TheVoiceCoOp.org. ongoing The Voice Coop, Downtown. West Coast Swing Class

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vannah. Rick Cody will take you though the smooth rhythms of beach music to help you get ready for the dance floor. $12 drop in fee or $35 for 4 weeks Wednesdays, 7 p.m. 912.312.3549. salondebaile.dance@ gmail.com. salondebailedancestudio.com. Wednesdays, 7 p.m Salon de Baile Dance Studio, 7064 Hodgson Memorial Drive. Workshop: Introduction to The Path to Home Ownership

An introduction to the six principles to help turn a dream of home ownership into a reality. Setting goals, evaluating credit reports, developing a budget, determining saving habits, exploring options and shopping for a home. Participants required to attend both sessions (July 15 & 22) and will receive Homebuyer Education Certificate. Sponsored by University of Georgia Extension-Chatham County Free to attend. Reservations required. Tue., July 15, 5:30-8 p.m. (912) 652-7981. uge3051@uga. edu. Tue., July 15, 5:30-8 p.m Southwest Chatham Library, 14097 Abercorn St. Yoga on the Beach

Wednesdays & Fridays from Memorial Day through Labor Day. 7 AM to 8 AM ~ Weather permitting.North Beach Parking Lot, Gulick Street beach walkover. Dropins and beginners welcome & encouraged! Class is by donation. Multi-level Class, Hatha I & II, Integral® Yoga style. Instructor is Ann Carroll,e-RYT 500 hour level.Bring your Yoga Mat or Beach Towel. For more information contact Ann at (912) 704~7650 or ann@aikyayoga.com By Donation Wed., July 9, 7 a.m. and Fri., July 11, 7 a.m. 912704-7650. ann@aikyayoga.com. aikyayoga. com. Wed., July 9, 7 a.m. and Fri., July 11, 7 a.m North Beach, Tybee Island. Clubs & Organizations

13th Colony Sound Barbershop Chorus

Sing in the harmonious barbershop style with the Savannah Chorus of the Barbershop Harmony Society No charge Mondays, 6:30 p.m. 912-344-9768. rfksav@ gmail.com. savannahbarbershoppers.org. Mondays, 6:30 p.m Savannah Arts Academy, 500 Washington 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. ongoing Adult Intermediate Ballet

Beginner and Intermediate Ballet, Modern Dance, Barre Fusion, Barre Core Body Sculpt, and Gentle Stretch and Tone. no experience needed for beginner Ballet, barre, or stretch/tone. The Ballet School, Piccadilly Square, 10010 Abercorn. Registration/fees/info online or by phone. ongoing. 912-925-0903. theballetschoolsav.com. ongoing 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 nonplayer character. $35 fee for returning characters. ongoing. godzillaunknown@ gmail.com. avegost.com. ongoing

Blindness and Low Vision: A Guide to Working, Living, and Supporting Individuals with Vision Loss

Workshops on the 3rd Thursday of each month on vision losss, services, and technology available to participate in the community. And, how the community can support individuals with vision loss. Orientation and Mobility Techniques; Low Vision vs. Legal Blindness; Supporting People with Low Vision to Achieve Maximum Independence; Low Vision Simulator Experiences; Resources. Free and open to the public. ongoing. savannahcblv.org. ongoing Savannah Center for the Blind and Low Vision, 214 Drayton St. 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. ongoing 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. ongoing Chatham Sailing Club

Meets first Friday of each month, 6:30pm at Young's Marina. If first Friday falls on a holiday weekend, meeting is second Friday. No boat? No sailing experience? No problem. ongoing. chathamsailing.org. ongoing Young's Marina, 218 Wilmington Island Rd.

unfree world, via non-political methods. Savannah meetings/discussions twice monthly, Thursdays, 8:30pm. Topics and meeting locations vary. No politics, no religious affiliation, no dues, no fees. Email for next meeting day and location. ongoing. onebornfree@yahoo.com. ongoing 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. second Monday of every month, 6 p.m Tubby's Tank House (Thunderbolt), 2909 River Dr. Historic Flight Savannah

A non-profit organization dedicated to 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. 912-596-1962. honorflightsavannah.org. ongoing 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. ongoing Hostess City Toastmasters Club

Improve your public speaking and leadership skills at our professional, friendly, peer-run Toastmasters meetings, every Creative Magic Mondays Tuesday 6:00-7:00 PM at 35 Barnard Street Join us on Mondays as we begin our week - Third Floor at ThincSavannah. Practice on a creative note. Doodling, Planning, your speeches for work and community Manifesting, Crafting! Just Bring Your Own events. Network and make new friends. Art Supplies to get the week started right! Guests are always welcomed. $10/month Free with a Love Donation Appreciated Tue., July 15, 6-7 p.m. 912-484-0165. Mondays, 11 a.m. relaxsavannah@gmail. hostesscitytm@gmail.com. facebook.com/ com. facebook.com/creativemanifest. Mon- hostesscitytoastmasters. thincsavannah. days, 11 a.m Anahata Healing Arts Center, com. Tue., July 15, 6-7 p.m ThincSavannah, 2424 Drayton St. 35 Barnard St. Suite 300. Drop N Circle Craft Night

Sponsored by The Frayed Knot and Perlina. Tuesdays, 5pm-8pm. 6 W. State Street. Enjoy sharing creativity with other knitters, crocheters, beaders, spinners, felters, needle pointers, etc. All levels of experience welcome. Call for info. ongoing. 912233-1240. ongoing Energy Healers

Meets every Monday at 6pm. Mediation and healing with energy. Discuss aromatherapy, chakra systems and more. Call for info. ongoing. 912-695-2305. meetup.com/ SavannahEnergyHealers. ongoing

Ink Slingers Writing Group

A creative writing group for writers of poetry, prose, or undefinable creative ventures. Based in Savannah and a little nomadic. Meets two Thursdays a month, 5:45pm. Discussion of exercises, ideas, or already in progress pieces. Free to attend. See Facebook page savinkslingers. ongoing. ongoing Southwest Chatham Library, 14097 Abercorn St. Island MOMSnext

For mothers of school-aged children, kindergarten through high school. Authentic community, mothering support, perFiber Guild of the Savannahs sonal growth, practical help, and spiritual Open to all who are interested in the fiber hope. First and third Mondays, excluding arts: weaving, spinning, basket making, holidays. Childcare on request. A ministry knitting, crocheting, quilting, beading, rug of MOPS International. Info by phone or hooking, doll making, etc. Meets at Oatland email. ongoing. 912-898-4344. kymmcIsland Wildlife Center the first Saturday carty@hotmail.com. mops.org. ongoing Islands MOPS of the month September through June A Mothers of Preschoolers group that 10:15am. See our website for programs meets at First Baptist Church of the Isand events. Mondays, 10:30 a.m. fiberguildsavannah.homestead.com/. Mondays, lands, two Wednesdays a month, 9:15am11:30am. ongoing. sites.google.com/site/ 10:30 a.m Fiber Guild of the Savannahs, islandsmops. fbcislands.com/. ongoing 711 Sandtown Road GA. Freedom Network First Baptist Church of the Islands, 6613 An international, leaderless network of Johnny Mercer Blvd. Knitters, Needlepoint and Crochet individuals seeking more freedom in an

Meets every Wednesday. Different locations downtown. Call for info. No fees. Want to learn? Join us. ongoing. 912-3086768. ongoing Knittin’ Night

Knit and crochet gathering held each Tuesday evening, 5pm-8pm All skill levels welcome. Tuesdays, 5-8 p.m. 912-2380514. wildfibresavannah.com/. Tuesdays, 5-8 p.m Wild Fibre, 409 East Liberty St. Low Country Turners

A club for wood-turning enthusiasts. Call Steve Cook for info at number below. ongoing. 912-313-2230. ongoing Military Order of the Purple Heart Ladies Auxiliary

Meets the first Saturday of the month at 1:00pm. Call for info. ongoing. 912-7864508. ongoing American Legion Post 184, 3003 Rowland Ave. Peacock Guild--For Writers and Book Lovers

A literary society for bibliophiles and writers. Writer's Salon meetings are first Tues. at 7:30pm at the Flannery O'Connor Home. Book club meetings are third Tues., 7:30pm. Location changes each month. Call or see Facebook group "Peacock Guild" for info. ongoing. 912-233-6014. ongoing Flannery O’Connor Childhood Home, 207 E. Charlton Street. 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. Mondays 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. 912-344-5127. ongoing New Covenant Church, 2201 Bull St. Rogue Phoenix Sci-Fi Fantasy Club

A local club for fans from all over the sci-fi /fantasy universe, role-players and gamers. Meetings on the 3rd Tuesday of each month at Super King Buffet 10201 Abercorn St., Savannah at 7PM. Contact: kasak@comcast.net. Website: roguephoenix.org or on Facebook. ongoing. 912-3082094. kasak@comcast.net. roguephoenix. org. ongoing 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. ongoing Savannah Brewers' League

Meets 1st Wednesday of the month, 7:30pm at Moon River Brewing Co. Call or see website for info. ongoing. 912-4470943. hdb.org. moonriverbrewing.com/. ongoing Moon River Brewing Co., 21 West Bay St.

Savannah Authors Autonomous Writing Group

Meets 1st and 3rd Tuesdays each month. Prose writing, fiction and non fiction. Discussion, constructive criticism, instruction, exercises and examples. Location: Charles Brown Antiques/Fine Silver, 14 W. Jones St. All are welcome. No charge. Contact Alice Vantrease via email or phone. ongocontinues on p. 38

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Savannah Charlesfunders Investment Discussion Group

Meets Saturdays, 8:30am to discuss stocks, bonds and better investing. Contact by email for info. ongoing. charlesfund@ gmail.com. panerabread.com/. ongoing Panera Bread (Broughton St.), 1 West Broughton St. Savannah Council, Navy League of the United States

A dinner meeting the 4th Tuesday of the month at 6:00pm (except December.) Location: Hunter Club. Call John Findeis for info. ongoing. 912-748-7020. ongoing Savannah Fencing Club

Beginner classes Tuesdays and Thursdays for six weeks. $60. Some equipment provided. After completing the class, you may join the Savannah Fencing Club for $5/ month. Experienced fencers welcome. Call or email for info. ongoing. 912-429-6918. savannahfencing@aol.com. ongoing Savannah Go Green

Meets most Saturdays. Green events and places. Share ways to Go Green each day. Call for info. ongoing. 912-308-6768. ongoing Savannah Jaycees

Meeting/info session held the 1st Tuesday each month at 6pm to discuss upcoming events and provide an opportunity for those interested in joining Jaycees to learn more. Must be age 21-40. Jaycees Building, 101 Atlas St. ongoing. 912-353-7700. savannahjaycees.com. ongoing Savannah Kennel Club

Monthly meetings open to the public. Held at Logan's Roadhouse, the 4th Monday each month, Sept. through May. Dinner: 6:pm. Speaker: 7:30pm. Guest speakers each meeting. ongoing. 912-238-3170. savannahkennelclub.org. ongoing Golden Corral, 7822 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 to help learn about Savannah and make new friends. ongoing. savannahnewcomersclub.com. ongoing Savannah No Kidding!

No Kidding. Join Savannah's only social club for people without children! No membership fees, meet great new friends, enjoy a wide variety of activities and events. savannahnokidding.angelfire.com/ or e-mail savannahnokidding@gmail.com ongoing. ongoing The Historic District, Downtown Savannah.

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Savannah Sacred Harp Singers

Everyone who loves to sing is invited to join Savannah Sacred Harp Singers. All are welcome to participate or listen too one of America's most revered musical traditions. Call or email. ongoing. 912-655-0994. savannahsacredharp.com. ongoing Faith Primitive Baptist Church, 3212 Bee Road.

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U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla

Join the volunteer organization that assists the U.S. Coast Guard. Meets 4th WednesSavannah SCA day at 6pm at Barnes, 5320 Waters Ave. All The local chapter of the Society for Creative ages welcome. Prior experience/boat ownAnachronism meets every Saturday at For- ership not required. Call or see website for syth Park for fighter practice and general info. ongoing. 912-598-7387. savannahaux. hanging out. If you're interested in recom. ongoing creating the Middle Ages and Renaissance, Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 671 Meets second Monday of each month, come join us! South end of Forsyth Park, just past the Farmer's Market. Free. www. 7pm, at the American Legion Post 135, 1108 Bull St. ongoing. 912-429-0940. savannahsca.org Free ongoing, 11 a.m. rws521@msn.com. vvasav.com. ongoing savannahsca.org. ongoing, 11 a.m Forsyth Woodville-Tompkins Scholarship Foundation Park, 501 Whitaker St. Savannah Story Games Meets second Tuesday each month (except A group that plays games that help tell October) 6:00pm, Woodville-Tompkins, 151 improvised stories. Get together over food Coach Joe Turner St. Call or email for info. - roleplayers, storytellers, or the merely ongoing. 912-232-3549. chesteraellis@ curious - and help create an amazing story comcast.net. ongoing in just three hours. The group uses games Dance with special rules that craft characters, Adult Ballet Class settings, and conflicts. Sundays at Guild Maxine Patterson School of Dance, 2212 Hall, 615 Montgomery Street. Email or Lincoln St, offers adult ballet on Thurscheck website for infl. free Fridays-Sundays, 6:30pm-7:30pm $12 per class. Call days. info@savannahstorygames.com. safor info. ongoing. 912-234-8745. ongoing vannahstorygames.com. Fridays-Sundays Adult Intermediate Ballet Downtown Savannah, downtown. Savannah Sunrise Rotary Club Mondays and Wednesdays, 7pm-8pm. $12/ Meets Thursdays from 7:30am-8:30am at class or $90/8 classes. Call for info. Acadthe Mulberry Inn. ongoing. savannahsunri- emy of Dance, 74 W. Montgomery Crossserotary.org. ongoing road. ongoing. 912-921-2190. ongoing 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. 912-484-6710. memorialhealth.com/. ongoing 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. Mondays Savannah Writers Group

A gathering of writers of all levels for networking, hearing published guest authors, and writing critique in a friendly, supportive environment. 2nd and 4th Tuesdays at 7:00pm, Atlanta Bread Company, Twelve Oaks Shopping Center, 5500 Abercorn. Free and open to the public. See website or call for info. ongoing. savannahwritersgroup.blogspot.com. ongoing Spies and Mysteries Book Club

Have a great love of the dead drop, traBeach, Buffet and no dress code. Check decraft and signals? Then this is the book website for events calendar or send an club for you! We meet every 2nd Thurs of email for Parrot Head gatherings. ongoing. the month @6:30 pm, 2nd floor, Southwest savannahphc@yahoo.com. savannahphc. Chatham Lib. This months read: Tinker com. ongoing Tailor Soldier Spy. None second Thursday Savannah Quilt Guild of every month, 6:30 p.m. 912-925-8305. Meet the second Saturday, September second Thursday of every month, 6:30 through June, at Woods of Savannah, 1764- p.m Southwest Chatham Library, 14097 C Hodgson Memorial. Social time 9:30am, Abercorn St. Tertulia en espa単ol at Foxy Loxy meetings 10:00am followed by a program. Spanish conversation table. Meets second Open to all who are interested in quilting. Membership is $25 per year. ongoing. (912) and fourth Thursday of each month. 38 598-9977. savannahquiltguild@comcast. 7:30pm to 9pm at Foxy Loxy, 1919 Bull Savannah Parrot Head Club

street. Come practice your Spanish, have a cafe con leche or Spanish wine, and meet nice people....All levels welcome. Free. Purchase beverages and snacks. ongoing. foxyloxycafe.com/. ongoing Foxy Loxy Cafe, 1919 Bull St.

Argentine Tango

Lessons Sundays 1:30-3;30pm. Open to the public. $3 per person. Wear closed toe leather shoes if possible. Doris Martin Dance Studio, 8511-h ferguson Ave. Call or email for info. ongoing. 912-925-7416. savh_tango@yahoo.com. ongoing Ballroom Group Dance Class

Weekly ballroom dance classes focus on two types of dance each month. Open to partners/couples or to solos. The $35 for 4 weeks or $10 drop in Mondays, 7 p.m. 912.312.3549. reservetodance@gmail.com. salondebailedancestudio.com. Mondays, 7 p.m Salon de Baile Dance Studio, 7064 Hodgson Memorial Drive. Ballroom/Latin Group Class

Every Tuesday and Wednesday we will be having group classes at 8pm! Tuesdays classes will focus on FUNdamental steps, styling, and techniques. Wednesday's classes will be more specific and advanced elements. Each class will have specific themes, so stay tuned for details. $15/person and $25/couple Wednesdays, 8 p.m. 912-335-3335. savannahballroom@gmail. com. savannahballroomdancing.com. Wednesdays, 8 p.m Savannah Ballroom Dance Studio, 11 Travis Street.

levels welcome. Sundays, 12pm-1pm. Fitness body and balance studio. 2127 1//2 E. Victory Dr. $15/class or $48/hour. Call or see website. ongoing. 912-596-0889. cairoonthecoast.com. ongoing Bellydance lessons

All levels and styles of bellydance welcome. Classes are every Monday from 5:30-6:30pm. $15/lesson. Drop-ins welcome or call Carrie @(912)704-2940 for more info. happenstancebellydance@ gmail.com happenstancebellydance.wordpress.com $15/lesson ongoing, 5:30 p.m. (912) 704-2940. happenstancebellydance. wordpress.com. ongoing, 5:30 p.m Anahata Healing Arts Center, 2424 Drayton St. Suite B. C.C. Express Dance Team

Wednesdays, 6pm-8pm. Clogging or tap dance experience is necessary. Call Claudia Collier for info. ongoing. 912-7480731. ongoing Windsor Forest Recreation Building, Windsor Forest. Dance for Peace

A weekly gathering to benefit locals in need. Music, dancing, fun for all ages. Donations of nonperishable food and gently used or new clothing are welcomed. Free and open to the public. Sundays, 3 p.m. 912-547-6449. xavris21@yahoo.com. Sundays, 3 p.m Forsyth Park, 501 Whitaker St. Dance Lessons (Salsa, Bachata)

Learn to dance Salsa & Bachata. For info, call Austin (912-704-8726) or Omar (Spanish - 787-710-6721). Thursdays. 912-7048726. salsa@salsasavannah.com. salsasavannah.com. Thursdays Great Gatsby, 408 West Broughton Street. Dance Party

Join us on Thursdays at 8pm for fun, friendship, and dancing! Parties are free for our students and are only $10 for visitors ($15 for couples). free - $15 Thursdays, 8 p.m. 912-335-3335. savannahballroom@gmail.com. savannahballroomdancing.com. Thursdays, 8 p.m Savannah Ballroom Dance Studio, 11 Travis Street. FUNdamentals Dance Lesson

Every Tuesday and Wednesday we will be having group classes at 8pm! Tuesdays classes will focus on FUNdamental steps, styling, and techniques. Wednesday's classes will be more specific and advanced elements. Each class will have specific themes, so stay tuned for details. $15/ person $25/couple Tuesdays, 8 p.m. 912335-3335. savannahballroom@gmail.com. savannahballroomdancing.com. Tuesdays, 8 p.m Savannah Ballroom Dance Studio, 11 Travis Street. Home Cookin' Cloggers

Beginners Belly Dancing with Cybelle

Wednesdays, 6pm-8pm, Nassau Woods Recreation Building, Dean Forest Road. No beginner classes at this time. Call Claudia Collier for info. ongoing. 912-748-0731. ongoing

Beginners Belly Dance Classes

Glor na Dare offers beginner to champion Irish Dance classes for ages 5 and up. Adult Step & Ceili, Strength and Flexibility, non-competitive and competitive programs, workshops, camps. Certified. Info via email or phone. ongoing. 912704-2052. prideofirelandga@gmail.com.

For those with little-to-no dance background. Instructor is formally trained, has performed for over ten years. $15/person. Tues. 7pm-8pm. Private classes and walk ins available. Synergistic Bodies, 7724 Waters Ave. ongoing. 912-414-1091. info@ cybelle3.com. cybelle3.com. ongoing Instructed by Nicole Edge. All ages/Skill

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A kids dance class with high energy music. The kids will learn the different elements of hip hop dancing and dedicate time in class to put it together in a routine. $8.00 Thursdays, 5:15-6 p.m.. 912.312.3549. reservetodance@gmail.com. salondebailedancestudio.com. Thursdays, 5:15-6 p.m. Salon de Baile Dance Studio, 7064 Hodgson Memorial Drive. Kids/Youth Dance Class

Kids Group class on various Ballroom and Latin dances. Multiple teachers. Ages 4-17 currently enrolled in the program. Prepares youth for social and/or competitive dancing. $15/person Saturdays, 10 a.m. 912-335-3335. savannahballroom@gmail. com. savannahballroomdancing.com. Saturdays, 10 a.m Savannah Ballroom Dance Studio, 11 Travis Street. Line Dancing

Take down Tuesdays. Jazzy Sliders Adult Line Dancing, every Tuesday, 7:30pm10:00pm. Free admission, cash bar. Come early and learn a new dance from 7:30pm8:30pm. ongoing. doublesnightclub.com/. ongoing Doubles Nightclub, 7100 Abercorn St. Mahogany Shades of Beauty

Dance classes--hip hop, modern, jazz, West African, ballet, lyrical and step. Modeling and acting classes. All ages/all levels welcome. Call Mahogany for info. ongoing. 912-272-8329. ongoing Modern Dance Class

Beginner and intermediate classes. Fri-

days 10am-11:15am. Doris Martin Studio, 7360 Skidaway Rd. Call Elizabeth for info. ongoing. 912-354-5586. ongoing

Montgomery Crossroads.

Tues. 8pm-9pm and 9pm-10pm. Thur. 8pm-9pm and 9pm-10pm. Sun. 5pm-6pm and 6pm-7pm. Salon de Maile, 704B Hodgson Memorial Dr., Savannah, 31406. See website for info. ongoing. salsasavannah. com. ongoing

Join us for the third installment of Year of the Local. We're doing it up big with all things local from music, complimentary food and Moon River Brewing Co. beverages, accompanied by local artisans and businesses. Sponsored by WJCL, Creative Approach, LSP-Technologies, Security Associates of Coastal GA. Some proceeds benefit Forsyth Farmers Market. $20 in advance, $25 day of show. Discount for BuyLocal, ArtRise Fri., July 11, 5-8 p.m. 678-467-9328. elise@thincsavannah.com. thincsavannah.com/events. thincsavannah. com. Fri., July 11, 5-8 p.m Thinc Savannah, 35 Barnard St. 3rd Floor.

Salsa Lessons by Salsa Savannah

Savannah Shag Club

Wednesdays, 7pm,at Doubles Lounge. Fridays, 7pm, at American Legion Post 36, 2309 E. Victory Dr. ongoing. doublesnightclub.com/. ongoing Doubles Nightclub, 7100 Abercorn St. Savannah Swing Cats--Swing Dancing

ongoing. doublesnightclub.com/. ongoing Doubles Nightclub, 7100 Abercorn St. Sizzle: Dance and Cardio

A class designed to maintain that summer body by dancing and having fun. Incorporates dance and cardio to fun, spicy songs. $10 drop in or 10 classes for $80 Tuesdays, Fridays, 10 a.m. 912-312-3549. reservetodance@gmail.com. salondebailedancestudio.com. Tuesdays, Fridays, 10 a.m Salon de Baile Dance Studio, 7064 Hodgson Memorial Drive.

Events

7.11 Year of the Local

Brush Up: An Arts Networking Event

Art Rise Savannah's monthly networking event for artists, creatives and arts enthusiasts. July focus is developing connections and learning about fellow community members, via a series of networking activities. Includes Meet: It’s Just Fun, a speed dating style activity to introduce artists to each other. A short presentation by Fresh Exhibition Fellow Naimar Ramirez will Zumba & Zumba Toning with Anne explore her current exhibition at Art Rise Ditch the workout and join the party. All Savannah's Fresh Exhibitions Gallery. Free levels welcome. Mondays and Wednesdays, and open to the public. Wed., July 9, 7-9 6-7pm. Lake Mayer Community Center, p.m. info@artrisesavannah.org. Wed., July 1850 East Montgomery Crossroads. $5 9, 7-9 p.m Ampersand, 36 MLK Jr. Blvd. NeoPopRealist Art Contest Dedicated ti its 25class - discount cards available. Bring a Year Anniversary friend & it's free for you. ongoing. 912596-1952. ongoing Lake Mayer, 1850 E.

Deadline: December 15, 2014. Artists're welcome to submit up to 3 images of NeoPopRealist work as .JPEG files 300dpi with brief info about self & work's medium, email: neopoprealismPRESS@mail.com. Winners 'll be announced Dec. 31, 2014. Grand prize for the 1st place is signed original drawing by NeoPopRealism creator Nadia Russ. S2nd place winner'll receive signed print of the same work. See the Grand Prize at www.neopoprealism. org Free Through Dec. 15. neopoprealismpress@mail.com. Through Dec. 15 Online only, none. 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 night light. 33.00 ongoing. 1-866666-3323. 6thsenseworld.com. ongoing 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/. ongoing YMCA (Wilmington Island), 66 Johnny Mercer Blvd.

Project Management – Real World Applications

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line: Day 1, Initiation and Closing Projects Day 2, Success Planning for Projects Day 3, Project Simulation for Execution Day 4, Project Control and Project Manager Professional Responsibility. $1,300 Tue., July 15, 6-9 p.m. 912.644.5967. PersonalDevelopment@georgiasouthern.edu. academics. georgiasouthern.edu/ce/programs/professionaldevelopment/projectmanagement/. cgc.georgiasouthern.edu/. Tue., July 15, 6-9 p.m Coastal Georgia Center, 305 Fahm Street. Public Meeting: Reclaiming Old West Broad I-16 Ramp Removal Study update

An update and input gathering session for the public on a proposal to remove the I-16 flyover from crossing M.L. King Jr.Blvd. Includes preliminary analysis of the proposed street network, and a look at case studies from communities who have undertaken similar projects. Hosted by the Chatham County-Savannah Metropolitan Planning Commission/CORE MPO Free and open to the public. Tue., July 15, 5-7 p.m. 912-651-1482. ReclaimingOldWestBroad.org. Tue., July 15, 5-7 p.m Con Ed Resource Center, 714 M. L. King Jr. Blvd. Savannah Storytellers

Tall tales and fun times with the classic art of storytelling. Every Wednesday at 6pm. Reservations encouraged by calling 912-349-4059. Wednesdays, 6 p.m. liveoakstore.com/tubbysthunderbolt. Wednesdays, 6 p.m 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. ongoing Fitness

$6 Community Yoga Classes

Savannah Power Yoga offers a community yoga class nearly every day of the week for just $6. All proceeds support local organizations. See schedule online for details. Most classes are heated to 90 degrees. Bring a yoga mat, towel and some water. $6 $5 Mondays-Fridays, Sundays. (912) 349-2756. info@savannahpoweryoga.com. savannahpoweryoga.com. savannahpoweryoga.com/. Mondays-Fridays, Sundays Savannah Power Yoga, 7360 Skidaway Rd. AHA Yoga Classes

Jivamkuti Inspired w/ Brittany Roberts Mondays 6:30pm – 7:45pm Soul Progression w/ Lynn Geddes Tuesdays/Thursdays 12:30pm – 1:45pm & 6:30pm – 7:45pm TGiF! Power Hour with Lynne McSweeny Fridays 5:45pm – 6:45pm All Levels Yoga w/ Christine Harness Glover Saturdays 9:30am – 10:45am n/a first Monday, Tuesday, Thursday-Saturday of every month. 912-308-3410. first Monday, Tuesday, Thursday-Saturday of every month Anahata Healing Arts Center, 2424 Drayton St. Suite B. Al-Anon Family Groups

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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. ongoing Bariatric Surgery Support Group

First Wednesday each month, 7pm, and third Saturday, 10am, in Mercer Auditorium of Hoskins Center at Memorial. For those who have had or are considering bariatric surgery. Free to attend. Call or see website for info. ongoing. 912-3503438. memorialhealth.com. memorialhealth.com/. ongoing Memorial Health University Medical Center, 4700 Waters 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. Mondays, 6:15 p.m 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. ongoing YMCAWest Broad St, 1110 May St. Bellydancing Fusion Classes

Mixes ballet, jazz, hip hop into a unique high energy dance style. Drills and choreographies for all levels.Small classes in downtown Savannah, and on request. $10 per person. Email for info. ongoing. bohemianbeats.com. ongoing Blue Water Yoga

Community donation-based classes, Tues. and Thurs., 5:45pm - 7:00pm. Fri., 9:30am10:30am. Email for info or find Blue Water Yoga on Facebook. ongoing. egs5719@aol. com. ongoing Talahi Island Community Club, 532 Quarterman Dr. Fitness Classes at the JEA

Sin, firm it up, yoga, Pilates, water aerobics, Aquasize, senior fitness, and Zumba. Prices vary. Call for schedule. ongoing. 912-355-8811. savj.org. savannahjea.org. ongoing Jewish Educational Alliance, 5111 Abercorn St.

uled. $5 parking. Open daily 7am-10pm. Call or see website. ongoing. 912-5982300. gastateparks.org/SkidawayIsland. gastateparks.org/info/skidaway/. ongoing Skidaway Island State Park, 52 Diamond Cswy. Insanity Workout Group Class

INSANITY turns old-school interval training on its head. Work flat out in 3 to 5-min blocks, and take breaks only long enough to gulp some air and get right back to work. It's called Max Interval Training, because it keeps your body working at maximum capacity through your entire workout. $10 or $80 for 10 fitness classes Saturdays, 11 a.m. 912.312.3549. salondebaile.dance@gmail.com. salondebailedancestudio.com. Saturdays, 11 a.m Salon de Baile Dance Studio, 7064 Hodgson Memorial Drive. Israeli Krav Maga Self-Defense Classes

A system of self-defense techniques based on several martial arts. The official fighting system of the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF). Custom Fit offers individual and small group training and intensive workshops. ongoing. 912-441-4891. customfitcenter.com. ongoing Kung Fu School: Ving Tsun

Ving Tsun (Wing Chun) is the world's fastest growing martial arts style. Uses angles and leverage to tunr an attacker's strength against him. Call for info on free trial classes. Drop ins welcome. 11202 White Bluff Rd. ongoing. 912-429-9241. ongoing Mommy and Baby Yoga

Mondays. Call for times and fees or see website. ongoing. 912-232-2994. savannahyoga.com. savannahyoga.com/. ongoing 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/. ongoing Momentum Pilates Studio, 8413 Rerguson Ave. Pole Fitness Classes

Looking for a fun and flirty way to get into shape? First City Fitness offers pole fitness classes taught by Pole Dance America's 2014 National Professional Free Caregiver Support Group Champion and Miss Fitness 2013 & 2014, For anyone caring for senior citizens with Sabrina Madsen. Pole fitness concentrates on both fostering upper body strength and any affliction or illness. Second Saturday of the month, 10am-11am. Savannah Com- overall flexibility as well dance elements. mons, 1 Peachtree Dr. Refreshments. Free Call or email to reserve your spot today! to attend. Open to anyone i need of support We offer a Beginning class Tuesdays from 8pm-9pm, Advanced class Wednesdays for the caregiving they provide. ongoing. 8pm-9pm, and Stiletto Sundays 5pm-6pm savannahcommons.com. ongoing Dude's Day at Savannah Climbing Coop with Open Pole from 6pm-7pm. All pole Thursdays, 2 til 10 p.m. Savannah Climbclasses except Stiletto Sundays are $25 for ing Coop 302 W Victory Dr, Savannah Every drop in or 5/$100 (must be used in 30 days) Thursday men climb for half price, $5. See Stiletto Sundays are $30 drop in, 4/$100 (must be used in 30 days) Wednesdays, 8-9 website for info. Thursdays, 2 & 10 p.m. p.m., Sundays, 5-7 p.m. and Tuesdays, 8-9 912-495-8010. savannahclimbingcoop. p.m. 801-673-6737. info@firstcityfitness. com. Thursdays, 2 & 10 p.m Savannah com. Wednesdays, 8-9 p.m., Sundays, 5-7 Climbing CoOp, 302 W Victory Dr. Hiking & Biking at Skidaway Island State Park p.m. and Tuesdays, 8-9 p.m First City FitYear round fitness opportunities. Walk or ness, 2127 1/2 Victory Dr. run the 1-mile Sandpiper Nature Trail (ac- Pregnancy Yoga Ongoing series of 6-week classes. Thurscessible) the additional 1-mile Avian Loop Trail, or 3-mile Big Ferry Trail. Bicycle and days. A mindful approach to pregnancy, street strider rentals. Guided hikes sched- labor and delivery. Instructor Ann Carroll.

$120. Call or email for info. ongoing. 912704-7650. ann@aikyayoga.com. savannahyoga.com/. ongoing 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/. ongoing Anahata Healing Arts Center, 2424 Drayton St. 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. 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. ongoing Ronin Academy Self Defense Classes

This short course in simple self defense techniques for adults uses real life scenarios that are designed to provide greater self confidence and empowerment. Fees vary. See website for registration, class times, fees. Every 3 days. michael@roninacad.com. roninacad.com. aikidosavannah.com/. Every 3 days Aikido Center of Savannah, 102 W. Broughton St. 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. 912-495-8010. savannahclimbingcoop. com. ongoing 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. ongoing Savannah Striders Running and Walking Club

With a one-year, $10 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. ongoing SIZZLE- Dance Cardio

The hottest cardio class to keep you in shape for summer or to get you in shape for summer. Sizzle is designed to give you cardio, strengthening, and stretch training that you need for that bikini body. Enroll now and get the first class free. $10.00 or $80 for 10 classes Tuesdays, Fridays, 10 a.m. 912.312.3549. salondebaile.dance@ gmail.com. salondebailedancestudio.com. Tuesdays, Fridays, 10 a.m Salon de Baile Dance Studio, 7064 Hodgson Memorial Drive. Tai Chi Fusion

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tion combining several forms of Tai Chi as well as Qi Gong. Join us weekly as we tone our muscles and quiet our minds. $12/ class Saturdays, 10 a.m.. relaxsavannah@ gmail.com. facebook.com/relaxsavannah. Saturdays, 10 a.m. Anahata Healing Arts Center, 2424 Drayton St.

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Tai Chi Lessons in Forsyth Park

Tuesdays, 9am-10am. $10. North End of Forsyth Park. Email for info. ongoing. relaxsavannah@gmail.com. ongoing Forsyth Park, 501 Whitaker St. 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. ongoing Yoga for Cancer Patients and Survivors

Free for people with cancer and cancer survivors. 6:30pm Tuesdays. 12:45pm Thursdays. Fitness One, 3rd floor of the Center for Advanced Medicine at Memorial. Call for info. ongoing. 912-350-9031. memorialhealth.com/. ongoing Memorial Health University Medical Center, 4700 Waters Ave. Zumba and Zumba/Toning with Mai

Fall/Winter schedule. Mondays at 8:30AM Zumba/Toning Lake Mayer Community Center 1850 E. Montgomery Crossroads $5.00/class Mondays/Wednesdays at 6:00PM Zumba/Toning Windsor Forest Elementary Gym 308 Briarcliff Circle $5.00/class Tuesdays/Thursdays 10:00AM Zumba/Toning Curves @ Savannah Mall (912) 921-1771 14045 Abercorn St #1610 31419 $5.00/class (Non-Members) Tuesdays @ 5:30PM Zumba St. Paul CME Social Hall (912) 233-2849 123 Brady St (at Barnard St) 31401 $3.00/class (NonMembers) Wednesdays @ 9:30AM Zumba/ Toning Frank Murray Community Center (912) 898-3320 160 Wilmington Is Rd 31414 $3.00/class Bring water, proper shoes and attire. ongoing. 912-604-9890. ongoing 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. ongoing 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. ongoing Armstrong State University, 11935 Abercorn St. Bariatric Surgery Information Session

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1 Lonely Planet’s genre 7 “Dear ___:” 11 That lady 14 Antiseptic element 15 Ampere or angstrom 16 Former news anchor Brokaw 17 Swirling currents 18 One of cartoonist Al’s parents? 20 Moines or Plaines lead-in 21 “I’m thinkin’ not” 22 Teach privately 23 With 50-Across, high praise for Snapchat? 27 “Fame” actress Cara 28 Secret sightings 29 Rio 2016 org. 31 British legislators, for short 32 Live and breathe 33 Timeworn 34 New Mexico art colony 35 Scottish girl further north in Scandinavia? 39 Peck’s partner 40 Some men’s mags 41 “Attack, dog!” 42 “Was ___ das?” 43 Former Energy Secretary Steven 44 Parent’s reason, with “because” 48 “I Love ___” (Oscar the Grouch song) 50 See 23-Across 52 Greek island frequented by Poseidon 53 Virgo preceder 54 Temper 55 Comet partially discovered by the guy who wrote about Quasimodo? 57 Europe’s ___ Peninsula 60 Salt Lake City athlete 61 Eric Cantor defeater David ___ 62 Kings of drilling 63 Snake, to some 64 “Divine Secrets of the ___ Sisterhood” 65 Nook companion

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1 Make a retro T-shirt 2 Competitions with barrels 3 Seems reasonable 4 Seven, on a sundial 5 180 deg. from WSW 6 Primus bassist Claypool 7 Itch-inducing shrub 8 Later on 9 Glass edge 10 Crackly feedback 11 Atlas feature 12 Dr. Seuss title that completes the warning “Stop! You must not...” 13 Catherine the Great, for one 19 Dirty dog 21 Greek consonants 24 Cheerful 25 Make a buck 26 “Jingle Bells” vehicle 30 “Battleship Potemkin” locale 33 Pained expressions? 34 Not spoken 35 Path through the city 36 Completely accurate 37 Money issue 38 “I don’t believe you!” 39 Get the trailer attached 43 Checker of music 44 “As I see it,” in a blog comment 45 Japanese radish 46 Ankle mishap 47 In plain sight 49 Bay area airport letters 51 Nasal dividers that may be “deviated” 56 60 minutes, in Milan 57 “Sherlock” airer 58 Show on TV 59 Airport alternative to JFK

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Hoskins Center at Memorial. ongoing. 912350-3438. bariatrics.memorialhealth.com. memorialhealth.com/. ongoing Memorial Health University Medical Center, 4700 Waters Ave. Free Hearing and Speech Screening

Hearing: Thursdays, 9am-11am. Speech: First Thursdays,. Call or see website for times. ongoing. 912-355-4601. savannahspeechandhearing.org. savannahspeechandhearing.org/. ongoing Savannah Speech and Hearing Center, 1206 E 66th St.

defined as those individuals who require support of trained medical professionals. This includes those individuals who may need assistance with managing unstable, terminal, or contagious conditions that require observation and ongoing treatment. To apply, residents should call 912-6917443. The application and protected health information authorization form can also be downloaded by going to www.gachd.org/ chatham Every 3 days. Every 3 days

mid-town location. Whether just for fun, or for competition, IDS is for everyone. Adult classes available. Call or email for info. ongoing. 912-897-5984. irishdancsav@aol. com. ongoing Savannah Children's Museum School Year Hours

JUL 9-15, 2014

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 Seven Day Diabetes Repair Workshop including Labor Day. For more details go to Learn to ‘reverse the curse’ of diabetes and savannahchildrensmuseum.org ongoing. Free HIV Testing at Chatham County Health take control of life. A seven-week, onceongoing Savannah Children's Museum, 655 Dept. per-week course. Led by Carolyn Guilford Louisville Road. Free walk-in HIV testing. 8am-4pm Mon.Soccer Camp Skills & Drills and Jeffrey Adams Small class, limited July 14 – 17, 8:30 a.m. to noon. Age-based Fri. No appointment needed. Test results in seating, starts on Wednesday (afternoon) boys and girls teams, highly experienced 20 minutes. Follow-up visit and counseling July 23rd, or Thursday (evening) July 24th, soccer coaches. Free and open to the pubwill be set up for anyone testing positive. 2014. Meet the trainers and get a preview lic. Please pre-regsiter. Mon., July 14. 912Call for info. ongoing. 912-644-5217. ongo- of how this program works to restore 355-1505. Mon., July 14 Higher Ground ing Chatham County Health Dept., 1395 health on Saturday, July 19th at 4PM at Baptist Church, 9120 Whitefield Ave. Eisenhower Dr. 34 By 37 Fabrics at 7 East DeRenne Ave. Health Care for Uninsured People Story Trunk Please reserve by phone. Every 3 days. Open for primary care for uninsured 912-598-8457. Every 3 days Butler Presby- An interactive storytelling show for residents of Chatham County. Mon.-Fri., children. Appropriate for all ages. $10. terian Church, 603 W. Victory Dr. Water Awareness Get Together 8:30am-3:30pm. Call for info or appointAdmission includes ice cream. Sundays, 3 A weekly seminar on the health of drinkment. ongoing. 912-443-9409. ongoing p.m.. Justin@oddlot.org. oddlotimprov.com. ing water. Includes testing of drinking St. Joseph's/Candler--St. Mary's Health Sundays, 3 p.m. Savannah Coffee Roastwater, plus samples of bottled water. Center, 1302 Drayton St. ers, 215 West Liberty Street. Hypnosis, Guided Imagery and Relaxation Tuesdays,7pm RSVP by phone to Ernestine Toddler Tuesdays at Oatland Island Wildlife Therapy Center Murray, Hydration Specialist. Tuesdays.. Helps everyday ordinary people with every- 703-989-6995. Tuesdays. Anahata Healing Toddlers 6 months to 4 years, and their day ordinary problems: smoking, weight adults. Themed programs--story books, Arts Center, 2424 Drayton St. loss, phobias, fears, ptsd, life coaching. singing songs, finger puppet plays, crafts, Caring, qualified professional help. See guided walks, up close encounters with Kid's Happenings Camp: Art for Kids website or call for info. ongoing. 912-927Oatland animals. Preregister by 4pm MonPainting, ceramics, jewelry, mixed media, 3432. savannahypnosis.com. ongoing day. $5 children. Gen. Admission for adults La Leche League of Savannah performing arts. Full-day (9am-5pm) ($5 or $3 for military & seniors) Tuesdays. A breast feeding support group for new/ sessions for ages 6-12, begin June 23. 912-395-1500. oatlandisland.org. oatexpectant monthers. Meeting/gathering $150 per week per child. $10 City Resident landisland.org/. Tuesdays Oatland Island first Thursdays, 10am. Call or see webDiscount Mondays.. 912-651-6783. savanWildlife Center, 711 Sandtown Rd. Camp: Underwater Robotics site for location and other info. ongoing. nahga.gov/arts. Mondays. Cultural Arts Dive into summer with Georgia Tech912-897-9544. lllusa.org/web/savannahga. Gallery, 9 W. Henry St. Camp: Pegasus Riding Academy Summer Savannah and underwater robotics. For html. ongoing Adventures Living Smart Fitness Club students in grades rising 6, 7, 8, and An exercise program encouraging healthy Half day, week-long therapeutic riding 9; held on the Georgia Tech Savannah lifestyle changes. Mon. & Wed. 6pmcamp that's all about horses. Equestrian campus, scheduled for July 28 - August 7:15pm Hip Hop low impact aerobics at instruction, ground lessons with horses, 1, 2014. Led by a Georgia Tech profesDelaware Center. Tues. 5:30-7:00 Zumba and equestrian themed art projects. Certi- sor and doctoral candidate. Students will at St. Joseph's Candler African American fied therapeutic riding instructors. For understand remote operated vehicle (ROV) Resource Center. (Program sponsors.) special needs children and their siblings. principles, use underwater cameras to inongoing. 912-447-6605. ongoing Sessions begin June 2, June 23, July 7, July vestigate underwater, and test their skills Planned Parenthood Hotline 14, July 21. Volunteer assistants needed. in our open air freshwater pond. Box lunch First Line is a statewide hotline for women $225 per week. Every 3 days. 912-547included daily. Register via email or phone seeking information on health services. 6482. peggi@prasav.org. prasav.org/. Every with Dr. Carolyn Perry, CEISMC- Georgia Open 7pm-11pm nightly. ongoing. 8003 days Wicklow Farm, Wicklow Ave.(behind Tech Savannah $200 Mondays.. 912-966264-7154. ongoing Johnny Harris Restaurant). 7952. Carolyn.perry@ceismc.gatech.edu. Register for Functional and Medical Needs Chatham Camp Buddy: Low Country Down Mondays. Georgia Tech Savannah, 210 Emergency Registry Syndrome Society Technology Circle. The Chatham County Health Department is For children with Down syndrome, ages Vacation Bible School encouraging residents who may be eligible 3-13. Camp runs from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. July 14-18, 9:00 am - Noon Each day will be a holiday while we tell the stories of for the Functional and Medical Needs for ages 3-5 and 10-13. For children ages Registry to apply. The Registry is for people 6-9, it runs from 1 to 4 p.m. Special educa- God's love, care, protection, power, and purpose. Celebrate Christmas in July, feast who may need help functioning within a tion, occupational, physical and speech with Queen Esther at Purim, remember general shelter or the support of medical therapists have designed a customized God's freedom and deliverance at Passprofessionals at a more specialized facility curriculum to help children retain inforover, sing Alleluia at Easter, and party for and have no other way to evacuate, in a mation they learned during the previous the church's birthday at Pentecost. Free community emergency such as a hurschool year. 30$ per child Mon., July 14, 9 to attend. Children age 18 months and up ricane evacuation order.those individuals a.m.-4 p.m. ldssga.org/. Mon., July 14, 9 who may need services to maintain their a.m.-4 p.m Marshpoint Elementary School, are welcome. Free July 14-18, 9 a.m.-noon. 912-927-1731. whitebluffpc@bellsouth. independence in a shelter. This includes 135 Whitmarsh Island Dr. net. whitebluffpc@bellsouth.net. July 14children and adults with physical, sensory, Irish Dancers of Savannah Savannah's first organized Irish dance 18, 9 a.m.-noon White Bluff Presbyterian mental health, and cognitive and/or intelschool welcomes dancers, ages 4 and up. Church, 10710 White Bluff Rd. lectual disabilities affecting their ability to function independently without assistance. Learn Irish Step and Ceili (Irish square) 42 Medical needs registrants/clients are Dancing at a relaxed pace. Convenient

LGBT

First City Network Board Meeting

First Monday, 6:30pm, at FCN office, 307 E. Harris St. 2nd floor. Call or see website for info. ongoing. 912-236-CITY. firstcitynetwork.org. ongoing 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. ongoing

GaySavannah.com's 2014 LGBT Wedding EXPO

This first-ever major expo of its kind, featuring over 50 vendors. Culminates in an historic mass same-sex commitment ceremony and celebration. Sun., July 13, 12-6 p.m. 912-713-3447. info@gaysavannah.com. GaySavannah.com. mansiononforsythpark.com/contact/. Sun., July 13, 12-6 p.m Mansion on Forsyth Park, 700 Drayton St. Georgia Equality Savannah

Local chapter of Georgia's largest gay rights group. 104 W. 38th St. 912-5476263. ongoing. ongoing Savannah Pride, Inc.

Organizes the annual Savannah Pride Festival and helps promote the well-being of the LGBT community in the South. Mission: unity through diversity and social awareness. Second Tuesday/month, 7pm, at FCN office, 307 E. Harris St., 2nd floor. ongoing. 912-288-7863. heather@savpride. com. ongoing Stand Out Youth

A gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and questioning youth organization. Meets Fridays, 7pm, FCN office, 307 E. Harris St. Call, email or see website for info. ongoing. 912-657-1966. info@standoutyouth. org. standoutyouth.org. ongoing 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. 912-3522611. ongoing Nature and Environment 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. ongoing

Hands-On Archaeology Trip to Ossabaw Island

Spend a night on Ossabaw Island on the Georgia coast, and take part in an active archaeological dig by Georgia DNR/University of Georgia, at the former site of a Native American settlement, two plantations, and a lumber mill. Fees include three meals, overnight accommodations or a camping site (bring your own tent), round trip transportation to Ossabaw, and programming. Reservations required. Sponsored by Ossabaw Island Foundation. $100-$125 camping $200-$225 club house accommodations Fri., July 11. 912-2335104. robin@ossabawisland.org. ossabawisland.net. Fri., July 11 Delegal Creek

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Support EOA through the FundingFactory Recycling Program. Recycle empty cartridges, cell phones, small electronics, laptops, to EOA for recycling. They will receive technology products and cash. Businesses may also recycle items on behalf of EOA for credit. Drop off at EOA, 681 W. Anderson St. See website, email or call for info. ongoing. 912-238-2960 x126. dwproperty@aol.com. fundingfactory.com. ongoing

Band of Sisters Prayer Group

Religious & Spiritual

Columba House is an inclusive, welcoming hospitality space dedicated to building and sustaining a community of faith committed to social justice with the city's young adults, college students, and creative demographic. Tuesday evenings 6:30-8pm, includes dinner and a program focused on justice. All are welcome. Free and open to the public. Tuesdays, 6:30-8 p.m. 912228-9425. Tuesdays, 6:30-8 p.m Columba House, 34th Street between Abercorn and Lincoln Streets.

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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, 10am4pm except Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Years. Call or see website for info. ongoing. 912-395-1500. oatlandisland.org. oatlandisland.org/. ongoing 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. wilderness-southeast.org. ongoing Pets & Animals

Experience the life of Butterflies

A live interactive display of butterflies. Hours: M-Sat. 12pm-8pm. Sun. 12pm5pm. Sponsored by Connect Savannah. $3. Free for children under age 8, with adult. Through July 27. savannahmall.com/ event/2145439645. savannahmall.com/. Through July 27 Savannah Mall, 14045 Abercorn Street. 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. ongoing 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/. ongoing Humane Society for Greater Savannah, 7215 Sallie Mood Dr.

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. 912-6638728. jeanneseaver@aol.com. capitolcom. org/georgia. ongoing A Buddhist Meditation Center

Welcoming all lineages and spiritual traditions. Newcomers to meditation welcome. Daily meditation, study groups and classes. Sunday includes a talk given by resident priest on Buddhist philosophy and how it relates to daily life. The center is available for individual and group retreats, weddings and funerals. Visit Savannahzencenter.com for schedule and see us on Facebook. Soto Zen lineage, resident Priest Un Shin Cindy Beach Sensei. 912-427-7265 ongoing. ongoing The Savannah Zen Center, 111 E. 34th St. 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. ongoing Center for Spiritual Living--Savannah

All are invited to this Science of Mind community. Recognizing the presence and power of God within, and believing that this presence is in everything in the universe, unifying all of life. Welcoming all on their spiritual pathway. Celebration: Sunday mornings. Location: Bonaventure Chapel, 2520 Bonaventure Road. Meditation at 10:30am Service at 11:00am Childcare available in the "Funday School" Sundays. cslsavannah.org. Sundays

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. ongoing A New Church in the City, For the City

Gather on Sundays at 10:30am. Like the Facebook page "Savannah Church Plant." ongoing. ongoing Bryson Hall, 5 E. Perry St. 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. 6:00pm7:00pm. Call for info. ongoing. 912-2335354. ongoing 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. 912-308-8286. savbranart@gmail.com. trinitychurch1848.org/. ongoing 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. 440-3715209. ongoing, 7 p.m Sweet Water Spa, 148 Abercorn Street. Service of Compline

A chanted service by candlelight held every Sunday night at 9pm. "Say goodnight to God." Presented by Christ Church Anglican. ongoing. ongoing Independent Presbyterian Church, Bull Street and Oglethorpe Ave. 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. ongoing Tapestry Church

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Free will astrology ARIES

(March 21-April 19)

What are the sources that heal and nourish you? Where do you go to renew yourself? Who are the people and animals that treat you the best and are most likely to boost your energy? I suggest that in the coming week you give special attention to these founts of love and beauty. Treat them with the respect and reverence they deserve. Express your gratitude and bestow blessings on them. It’s the perfect time for you to summon an outpouring of generosity as you feed what feeds you.

TAURUS

(April 20-May 20)

Why do birds fly? First, that’s how they look for and procure food. Second, when seasons change and the weather grows cooler, they may migrate to warmer areas where there’s more to eat. Third, zipping around in mid-air is how birds locate the materials they need to build nests. Fourth, it’s quite helpful in avoiding predators. But ornithologists believe there is yet another reason: Birds fly because it’s fun. In fact, up to 30 percent of the time, that’s their main motivation. In accordance with the astrological omens, Taurus, I invite you to match the birds’ standard in the coming weeks. See if you can play and enjoy yourself and have a good time at least 30 percent of the time.

GEMINI

(May 21-June 20)

Is there an important resource you don’t have in sufficient abundance? Are you suffering from the lack of an essential fuel or tool? I’m not talking about a luxury it would be pleasant to have or a status symbol that would titillate your ego. Rather, I’m referring to an indispensable asset you need to create the next chapter of your life story. Identify what this crucial treasure is, Gemini. Make or obtain an image of it, and put that image on a shrine in your sanctuary. Pray for it. Vividly visualize it for a few minutes several times a day. Sing little songs about it. The time has arrived for to become much more serious and frisky about getting that valuable thing in your possession.

CANCER

JUL 9-15, 2014

(June 21-July 22)

Since 1981, Chinese law has stipulated that every healthy person between the ages of 11 and 60 should plant three to five trees per year. This would be a favorable week for Chinese Cancerians to carry out that duty. For that matter, now is an excellent time for all of you Cancerians, regardless of where you live, to plant trees, sow seeds, launch projects, or do anything that animates your fertility and creativity. You now have more power than you can imagine to initiate long-term growth.

LEO

(July 23-Aug. 22)

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by Rob brezsny | beautyandtruth@freewillastrology.com

The weeks preceding your birthday are often an excellent time to engage the

services of an exorcist. But there’s no need to hire a pricey priest with dubious credentials. I can offer you my expert demon-banishing skills free of charge. Let’s begin. I call on the spirits of the smart heroes you love best to be here with us right now. With the help of their inspirational power, I hereby dissolve any curse or spell that was ever placed on you, even if it was done inadvertently, and even if it was cast by yourself. Furthermore, the holy laughter I unleash as I carry out this purification serves to expunge any useless feelings, delusional desires, bad ideas, or irrelevant dreams you may have grown attached to. Make it so! Amen and hallelujah!

VIRGO

(Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

converse with higher powers or mysterious forces, I hope you seek information you would truly like to know.

SAGITTARIUS

(Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

In one of her poems, Adrienne Rich addresses her lover: “That conversation we were always on the edge / of having, runs on in my head.” Is there a similar phenomenon in your own life, Sagittarius? Have you been longing to thoroughly discuss certain important issues with a loved one or ally, but haven’t found a way to do so? If so, a breakthrough is potentially imminent. All of life will be conspiring for you to speak and hear the words that have not yet been spoken and heard but very much need to be.

You know what it’s like to get your mind blown. And I’m sure that on more than one occasion you have had your heart stolen. But I am curious, Virgo, about whether you have ever had your mind stolen or your heart blown. And I also wonder if two rare events like that have ever happened around the same time. I’m predicting a comparable milestone sometime in the next three weeks. Have no fear! The changes these epiphanies set in motion will ultimately bring you blessings. Odd and unexpected blessings, probably, but blessings nonetheless. P.S.: I’m sure you are familiar with the tingling sensation that wells up in your elbow when you hit your funny bone. Well, imagine a phenomena like that rippling through your soul.

CAPRICORN

LIBRA

Expect nothing even as you ask for everything. Rebel against tradition with witty compassion, not cynical rage. Is there a personal taboo that no longer needs to remain taboo? Break it with tender glee. Do something playful, even prankish, in a building that has felt oppressive to you. Everywhere you go, carry gifts with you just in case you encounter beautiful souls who aren’t lost in their own fantasies. You know that old niche you got stuck in as a way to preserve the peace? Escape it. At least for now, live without experts and without leaders -- with no teachers other than what life brings you moment by moment.

(Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

Since 2008, Marvel Studios has produced nine movies based on characters from Marvel Comics. They’re doing well. *The Avengers* earned $1.5 billion, making it the third-highest-grossing film of all time. *Iron Man 3* brought in over a billion dollars, too, and *Thor: The Dark World* grossed $644 million. Now Marvel executives are on schedule to release two movies every year through 2028. I’d love to see you be inspired by their example, Libra. Sound fun? To get started, dream and scheme about what you want to be doing in both the near future and the far future. Then formulate a flexible, invigorating master plan for the next 14 years.

SCORPIO

(Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

While in Chicago to do a series of shows, comedian Groucho Marx was invited to participate in a séance. He decided to attend even though he was skeptical of the proceedings. Incense was burning. The lights were dim. The trance medium worked herself into a supernatural state until finally she announced, “I am in touch with the Other Side. Does anyone have a question?” Groucho wasn’t shy. “What is the capital of North Dakota?” he asked. As amusing as his irreverence might be, I want to use it as an example of how you should NOT proceed in the coming week. If you get a chance to

(Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

This would be a fun time for you to brainstorm about everything you have never been and will never be. I encourage you to fantasize freely about the goals you don’t want to accomplish and the qualities you will not cultivate and the kind of people you will never seek out as allies. I believe this exercise will have a healthy effect on your future development. It will discipline your willpower and hone your motivation as it eliminates extraneous desires. It will imprint your deep self with a passionate clarification of pursuits that are wastes of your precious energy and valuable time.

AQUARIUS

(Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

PISCES

(Feb. 19-March 20)

Every year, the U.S. government spends $25,455 per capita on programs for senior citizens. Meanwhile, it allocates $3,822 for programs to help children. That’s only 15 percent as much as what the elders receive. In the coming weeks, Pisces, I believe your priorities should be reversed. Give the majority of your energy and time and money to the young and innocent parts of your life. Devote less attention to the older and more mature aspects. According to my reading of the astrological omens, you need to care intently for what’s growing most vigorously.

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A spiritual gathering with artist Joanne Morton and friends on Wednesdays at 12:12pm in a different square in the Historic Distric of Savannah. This is a new Savannah ritual...a growing heart collective for those who are committed to living from their hearts, and believing in the collective power of law of attraction. Circle. $8. $5 for seniors/military/nonSCAD students. Free with valid SCAD ID. Sat., July 12, 7 p.m. scad.edu. www2.scad. edu/venues/trustees/. Sat., July 12, 7 p.m Trustees Theater, 216 East Broughton St. Support Groups

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The "From Survival to Recovery" Adult Children of Alcoholics/Al-Anon Group is a fellowship and support group for those who grew up in alcoholic or dysfunctional homes. Meets Thursdays, 5:45pm at the 24-Hour Club, 1501 Eisenhower Dr. Call for info. ongoing. 912-598-9860. ongoing 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. ongoing Alzheimer's Caregiver and Family Support Group

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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. ongoing Amputee Support Group

Open to all who have had limbs amputated and their families or caregivers. Call for info. ongoing. 912-355-7778. ongoing 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. 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/. ongoing 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. ongoing 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. ongoing 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. ongoing. 912-303-9442. ongoing Full Circle Center for Grief Support, 450 Mall Blvd., Suite H. Citizens With Retarded Citizens

For families with children or adults with autism, mental retardation, and other developmental disabilities. Meets monthly. Call for info. ongoing. 912-355-7633. ongoing Citizens With Retarded Citizens, 1211 Eisenhower Drive. Coastal Empire Polio Survivors Assoc.

Meets regularly to discuss issues affecting the lives of polio survivors. Call or see website for info. Polio survivors and guests are invited. Free and open to the public. ongoing. 912-927-8332. coastalempirepoliosurvivors.org. ongoing Debtors Anonymous

For people with debting problems. Meets Sundays, 6:30pm at Unity of Savannah. See website or call for info. ongoing. 912572-6108. debtorsanonymous.org. unityofsavannah.org/. ongoing 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, 7:30pm8:30pm. Email for info. ongoing. edasavannah@yahoo.com. ongoing Asbury Memo-

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meeting schedule. ongoing. 912-238-5925. ongoing

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. ongoing Nancy N. and J.C. Lewis Cancer & Research Pavilion, 225 Reynolds Ave.

Weekly 90-minute support group for anyone with a mental health diagnosis. Also offer weekly family support group. Both meet Tuesdays, 6pm-8pm. Free and open to the public. ongoing. ongoing Trinity Lutheran Church, 12391 Mercy Blvd.

Essential Tremor Support Group

Fibromyalgia Support Group

Second Thursdays, 5:30pm-6:30pm. Call or see website for info. ongoing. 912-8196743. sjchs.org. sjchs.org. ongoing 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. ongoing 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 912414-3827. ongoing. ongoing 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 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. ongoing

National Alliance of Mentally Ill

Overeaters Anonymous

For people who are eating compulsively. If nothing else has worked, there is help. Savannah has 2 OA meetings a week: Wednesday 5:30pm First Presbyterian Church, 520 Washington Avenue (at Paulsen Street) Friday 6:30pm Unity Church, 2320 Sunset Blvd. (off of Skidaway Rd.) Wednesdays, Fridays.. 912-844-4524. elissabeam@yahoo.com. unityofsavannah. org/. Wednesdays, Fridays. Unity Church of Savannah, 2320 Sunset Blvd. 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. ongoing Parents of Children with IEP's (Individualized Education Plans)

For parents of children attending Chatham-Savannah 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. ongoing 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. Heartbeats for Life Meets weekly. Call for info ongoing. 912Free support and education group for those 350-5616. memorialhealth.com/backus. who have suffered from or want to prevent memorialhealth.com/backus. ongoing or reverse heart disease and/or diabetes. Backus Children's Hospital, 4700 Waters One Tuesday/month, 6pm. Call or email for Ave. Savannah-South Coast Parkinson's Support date. All meetings at Southwest Chatham Group Library. Tuesdays. 912-598-8457. jeff@ The Savannah-South Coast Parkinson's heartbeatsforlife-ga.org. Tuesdays Southwest Chatham Library, 14097 Abercorn St. Support Group will meet the first Saturday Klinefelter Syndrome/47-XXY Support Group of each month from 9am - 11am at South For parents of children with this diagnosis, Coast Medical Group, 1326 Eisenhower Dr, and for men with this diagnosis. Started Building 1. Contact James or Lou at 706by the mother of a boy with 47-XXY. Email 413-3264 or email: admin@gaparkinsons. to meet for mutual support. ongoing. org for more information. Contact name: amkw21@gmail.com. ongoing James Trussell Saturdays.. 706-413-3264. Legacy Group: For individuals with advanced admin@gaparkinsons.org. southcoastmedand recurrent cancer. ical.com/Search/search_details_locations. Group addresses the concerns of advanced php?location=1. Saturdays. Southcoast and recurrent cancer survivors from the Medical Group (Southside Savannah), 1326 physical, emotional, spiritual, and social Eisenhower Dr. aspects of healing. To register for a specific Parkinson's Support Group First Thursdays, 5pm-6:30pm, Marsh Ausession and to learn about the group, ditorium at Candler. Call for info. ongoing. please call Jennifer Currin-McCulloch at 912-355-6347. sjchs.org/. ongoing Candler 912-350-7845. ongoing. 912-350-7845. Hospital, 5353 Reynolds St. ongoing Curtis and Elizabeth Anderson Pryme Multiple Sclerosis Support Group Cancer Institute (at Memorial Health Univ. Meets the second Tuesday of each month Medical Center), 4700 Waters Ave. Leukemia, Lymphoma and Myeloma Support at St. Joseph’s Hospital,11705 Mercy Blvd., Group Meeting Room 1(on the 2nd Floor above For patients with blood-related cancers ER entrance) at 6 p.m. An opportunity for and their loved ones. Call or see website people with MS and their families and for info. ongoing. 912-350-7845. memorial- friends to share information, develop cophealth.com. memorialhealth.com/. ongoing strategies, receive support and become ing Memorial Health University Medical involved in community activities. ongoing. Center, 4700 Waters Ave. 912-819-2224. sjchs.org/. ongoing St. Narcotics Anonymous Joseph's Hospital, 11705 Mercy Blvd. Call for the Savannah Lowcountry Area NA Rape Crisis Center

Assists survivors of rape and sexual assault. Free, confidential counseling for victims and families. 24-hour Rape Crisis Line operates seven days a week. 912-2337273. ongoing. 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/. ongoing Candler Hospital, 5353 Reynolds St. Sisters Network (Breast Cancer in the African American Community)

Third Mondays, 6pm-7pm. At the Curtis and Elizabeth Anderson Cancer Institute at Memorial. A national organization to raise awareness about the impact of breast cancer on the African American community. Call for info. ongoing. 912-236-7405. memorialhealth.com/. ongoing Memorial Health University Medical Center, 4700 Waters Ave. Spinal Injury Support Group

Third Thursdays, 5:30pm, at the Rehabilitation Institute at Memorial. Call or see website for info. ongoing. 912-350-8900. memorialhealth.com. memorialhealth. com/. ongoing Memorial Health University Medical Center, 4700 Waters Ave. 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. ongoing Full Circle Center for Grief Support, 450 Mall Blvd., Suite H. 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. ongoing 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. CSTheatre

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SPACIOUS ROOMS FOR RENT Newly renovated on busline. 2 blocks from Downtown Kroger,3 blocks from Historic Forsyth Park. $150/week with No deposit. 8445995

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ROOMMATE WANTED To Share 2BR/1BA Apt. Ferguson Ave near ROOMS FOR RENT Skidaway Island. Kitchen/dining $75 Move-In Special Today!! Clean, furnished, large. Busline, room, living room/lanai, fully central heat/air, utilities. $100- furnished, CH/A, cable, utilities $130 weekly. Rooms w/bathroom included. $550/mo. Available Immediately. 912-344-4216 $145. Call 912-289-0410.

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Includes stove, refrigerator, private bath. Furnished! $180/ week. Call 912-844-5995. FURNISHED APTS. $180/WK. Private bath and kitchen, cable, utilities, washer furnished. AC & heat, bus stop on property. No deposit required. Completely safe, manager on property. Contact Denise, (352)459-9707, Linda, (912)690-9097, Jack, (912)342-3840 or Cody, (912)6957889

Cars/Trucks/Vans FENDER BENDER ?? Paint & Body Work. Reasonably Priced. Insurance Claims. We buy wrecks. Call 912-355-5932.

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FURNISHED, includes utilities, central heat/air, Comcast cable, washer/dryer. Ceramic tile in kitchen. Shared Kitchen & Shared bath. Call 912-210-0144, leave message

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LARGE, FURNISHED ROOM for Rent. All utilities included, wash room, shared kitchen & bath. No pets. Available July 15th. 912-4416105

MIDDLEGROUND SPECIAL! Rooms for rent: Southside location. Rooms remodeled. Call 912-721-4350 and Place your Classified Ad Today! Central heat/air. $115 - $125/ week. $50/deposit. Call 912-2725396 Let Us Help You

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SENIOR LIVING AT IT'S BEST FOR AGES 50 & BETTER Shared community living for full functioning seniors ages 50 & above. Nice comfortable living at affordable rates. Shared kitchen & bathroom. All bedrooms have central heating/air and cable. Bedrooms are fully furnished and private. Make this community one you will want to call home. SAVANNAH'S HOUSE OF GRACE also has community housing with its own private bath. Different rates apply. Income must be verifiable. We accept gov. vouchers. Prices starting at $550.

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