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Savannah Film Festival Insider's Guide from the Programmers, a boozy talk about Irish pubs, a full user-friendly schedule, our interview with the great Gena Rowlands, and more. Full coverage begins on page 20.

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The Motown Experience Leadership Lecture series

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featuring past and present members of:

The Temptations The Miracles The Capitols Saturday, November 29

Lucas Theatre Savannah Come and enjoy an extraordinary, unforgettable evening of classic Motown hits combined with all of your favorite Christmas classics.

You’ll reminisce with such hits as Get Ready, Tears of a Clown, Can’t Get Next To You, Tracks of My Tears and Cool Jerk. All performed in that soulful, Motown style with their trademark harmonies and dazzling choreography that made Motown the music of generations.

effective leadership is More about the power of love than the love of power WednesdAy, OcTOBer 29, 2014 | 6–7 P.M. ArMsTrOng Fine ArTs AudiTOriuM Armstrong state university will host a special lecture by Ken Blanchard, a renowned author, leadership expert and sought-after speaker. Blanchard is the co-author of more than 50 books, including The One Minute Manager, as well as Great Leaders Grow, Helping People Win at Work and Leading at a Higher Level. in his lecture, Blanchard will discuss how the world is in desperate need of a different leadership role model and will focus on the importance of taking care of employees, customers and other constituents through servant leadership.

Free and open to the public

OCT 22-28, 2014

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AMOTOWNCHRISTMAS.COM Or call Savannah Box Office 912-525-5050

Tickets are required and are available at the Armstrong Alumni Office in Burnett Hall, Monday-Thursday, noon-6:30 p.m. (limit 2 per person). Phone: 912.344.2541

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Week At A Glance

compiled by Rachael Flora | 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.

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Rooms With a View: Southern Style: Lecture and Luncheon

Disney on Ice: Treasure Trove

Featured designers and guests, Phoebe and Jim Howard, present a lecture at the Savannah Theatre. Lunch follows at the Telfair Academy and Jepson Center.

10 a.m The Historic Savannah Theatre, 222 Bull St. Lecture Ticket $40 Luncheon and Lecture $75 telfair.org

Skating Disney characters return with a treasure theme.

7 p.m Civic Center, 301 West Oglethorpe Ave. $12-$50 savannahcivic.com/events

Pooler Farmers' Market

Savannah Speed Classic

Featuring regional farmers, local cottage industries and community non-profits.

4-7 p.m.

Pooler Recreation Complex, Pooler Pkwy Free and open to the public

A unique race track experience offering an intimate look at the inner working of racing, with celebrity drivers, lap rides at racing speeds, vintage racing, pit/paddock access.

Oct. 24-26, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

Hutchinson Island 843-785-7469. info@hhiconcours.com.

SavannahSpeedClassic.com

Film: Manhattan Tuesday: Afternoon of Insensitivity Live concert film of avant-garde culture musician Jandek. Presented by the Psychotronic Film Society.

October 22, 8 p.m.

The Sentient Bean $7

Thursday / 23 Bethesda Farm Stand

Bethesda students and staff sell fresh produce, organic garden seedlings and farm-fresh eggs.

3-5:30 p.m.

Bethesda Academy, 9250 Ferguson Ave. 912-351-2061. bethesdaacademy.org

Farm to School Workshop

Workshop topics include School Gardening 101, Teaching Math with the Square Foot Gardening Method, and the School Garden Curriculum Connection. Anyone interested in school gardens is welcome to register and attend.

October 23 West Broad YMCA 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Disney on Ice: Treasure Trove

Skating Disney characters return with a treasure theme.

7 p.m Civic Center, 301 West Oglethorpe Ave. $12-$50 savannahcivic.com/events

OCT 22-28, 2014

Spanish Tall Ship El Galeón Andalucía Rooms With a View: Southern Style: Preview Party

Six local interior designers, with acclaimed designers Jim and Phoebe Howard, will transform the Jepson Center into a show house. Preview the lavishly decorated rooms and mingle with friends from the community while enjoying cocktails and cuisine by local restaurants.

6:30 p.m Jepson Center for the Arts, 207 West York St. $85-$150 telfair.org

Friday / 24 Halloween Hike at Oatland

A not-scary trick or treat and other seasonal activities, ideal for young children.

Treat bags provided. Wear costumes and walking shoes.

Oct. 24-25, 5-8 p.m Oatland Island Wildlife Center, 711 Sandtown Rd. $8 per child; $6 per adult; CASH ONLY! 912-395-1212. oatlandisland.org

Deen Family Book Signing

Joe Pickett and Nick Prueher show their collection of funny videos found on VHS in the yard sales and thrift shops of America.

9 p.m Muse Arts Warehouse, 703 Louisville Rd.

Paula, Jamie and Bobby Deen will sign their various books. 350 wristbands will be distributed at 9 a.m.

10 a.m.-noon The Lady and Sons, 102 West Congress St. Free to attend. Books available for purchase.

912-232-1579. pauladeen.com

Theatre: Lovers & Players

Disney on Ice: Treasure Trove

Found Footage Festival

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SCAD's Performing Arts and Production Design departments present this play written by professor Kathryn Walat.

8 p.m Mondanaro Theatre at Crites Hall, 217 MLK Blvd.

Skating Disney characters return with a treasure theme.

10:30 a.m. & 7 p.m Civic Center, 301 West Oglethorpe Ave. $12-$50 savannahcivic.com/events

Dreadful Pestilence: Savannah Epidemic of 1820

A candlelight upstairs-downstairs tour and living history program recreating the horror of Savannah's 1820 yellow fever epidemic that devastated the city. Not suitable for children under age 8.

7:30 & 8:45 p.m Davenport House, 324 East State St. $15 in advance for adults, $10 in advance children (ages 8-17) and $17 for adults and $15 for children at the time of the performance 912-236-8097. info@davenporthousemuseum.org

Film: Fireproof

A fire chief uses a 40 day experiment called “The Love Dare” to rediscover God and bring love back to his marriage.

7:30 p.m Higher Ground Baptist Church, 9120 Whitefield Ave. Free and open to the public 912-355-1505

Theatre: Lovers & Players

SCAD's Performing Arts and Production Design departments present this play written by professor Kathryn Walat.

8 p.m Mondanaro Theatre at Crites Hall, 217 MLK Blvd.

The Malpass Brothers

A traditional country getup with two brothers and dad on the drums.

8 p.m Mars Theatre, 109 S. Laurel Street. $20

Night of the Living Dead Comics

Local comedians perform tributes to comics who inspired from beyond the grave.

8 p.m The Wormhole, 2307 Bull St.

Spanish Tall Ship El Galeón Andalucía The 170-foot long, 500 ton ship is the only Galeon class vessel sailing today.

It was featured in the NBC TV series Crossbones starring John Malkovich as Blackbeard. Five of the ship's decks will be open for the tours.

Through Nov. 2, 10 a.m.-6 p.m Rousakis Plaza, River St. riverstreetsavannah.com

Spirit of Savannah

Multimedia theatrical experience about paranormal encounters.

October 24 & 25 6:45 p.m. and 8:15 p.m.

Jepson Center $25 in advance, $30 at the door

Theatre: Spine Tingling Tales

A late night ghost show that's appropriate for most ages, but a little bit scary.

Produced by Odd Lot Comedy Troupe.

11 p.m.

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

Theatre: The Faraways

An original live musical theater show, presenting its national tour premiere.

Fridays: 7PM Saturdays: 12PM, 3:30PM and 7PM Sundays: 1PM and 4PM 7 p.m Savannah Mall, 14045 Abercorn Street. $17.50; $15/active military, $10/children 3-12; free ages 3 and under. savannahmall.com

Wings of Freedom Tour

Vintage World War II aircraft Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress “Nine O Nine” WWII Heavy Bomber, Consolidated B-24 Liberator “Witchcraft,” WWII Heavy Bomber and P-51 Mustang fighter will be available for tours and a 30-minute flight.

Oct. 24-26 Savannah Hilton Head International Airport, 400 Airways Ave. $12 for adults, $6 for children under 12

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marine science day SAV FILM FEST: 5 to 7

The first film of the Savannah Film Festival. "5 to 7" is about a French man, Anton Yelchin, who falls in love with a married woman. For Savannah Film Festival schedule, see page 22.

7:30 p.m Trustees Theater, 216 East Broughton St.

Halloween Hike at Oatland

A not-scary trick or treat and other seasonal activities, ideal for young children.

Treat bags provided. Wear costumes and walking shoes.

Oct. 24-25, 5-8 p.m Oatland Island Wildlife Center, 711 Sandtown Rd. $8 per child; $6 per adult; CASH ONLY! 912-395-1212. oatlandisland.org

Bonaventure After Hours: Stories, Nightfall & More!

Savannah's only after-hours cemetery event in our famous riverside Victorian cemetery.

5-8 p.m.

Bonaventure Cemetery, 330 Bonaventure Rd. $35 912-319-5600. info@bonaventurecemetery.com

Concert: Habaneros

Direct from Havana, Cuba, this combo performs Mozart as well as a Latin repertoire while vibrant images of Cuba are displayed.

8 p.m Mars Theatre, 109 S. Laurel Street, Springfield $20 marstheatre.com

Disney on Ice: Treasure Trove

Skating Disney characters return with a treasure theme.

11 a.m., 3 & 7 p.m Civic Center, 301 West Oglethorpe Ave. $12-$50 savannahcivic.com/events

Dreadful Pestilence: Savannah Epidemic of 1820.

A candlelight upstairs-downstairs tour and living history program recreating the horror of Savannah's 1820 yellow fever epidemic that devastated the city. Not suitable for children under age 8.

Oct. 24-25, 7:30 & 8:45 p.m Davenport House, 324 East State St. $15 in advance for adults, $10 in advance children (ages 8-17) and $17 for adults and $15 for children at the time of the performance 912-236-8097. info@davenporthousemuseum.org

Forsyth Farmers Market

Local and regional produce, honey, meat, dairy, pasta, baked goods and other delights. Rain or shine.

9 a.m.-1 p.m Forsyth Park, 501 Whitaker St. Free to attend. Items for sale.

912-484-0279. forsythfarmersmarket.com

Landings Art Association Fall Art Sidewalk Show

Artist vendors: painters, photographers, jewelry, pottery, crafters. Food, children's activities, Coastal Corvette Assoc., Library Book Sale.

10 a.m.-3 p.m Landings Association, 600 Landings Way South.

Little Grand Wine Tasting

A fall preview of the Tybee Wine Festival’s signature event, The Grand Wine Tasting.

Featuring 60 wines from 10 countries, appetizers, live music from The Accomplices and others, plus silent auction. Benefiting Tybee Post Theater.

3-6 p.m Tybee Island Social Club, 1311 Butler Ave. $25 912-663-1099. tybeeposttheater.org/events/

Theatre: Lovers & Players

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Opera for people who didn’t know they liked opera. Yet. An evening of opera, wine and food to benefit the Savannah Children's Choir’s Travel Scholarship Fund.

To meet the artists or to purchase tickets, visit www.savannahchoir.org.

OCT 22-28, 2014

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50% off Any Adventure Weekend Special

Flying high Sat. & Sun. just got lower with our half price weekends.

2 hour ZipLine tour $45 & 2 hour Aerial Adventure challenge courses $25

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8 p.m Mondanaro Theatre at Crites Hall, 217 MLK Blvd.

Repticon Savannah Reptile & Exotic Animal Show

Repticon Savannah is a reptile event featuring vendors offering reptile pets, supplies, feeders, cages, and merchandise.

Participate in free raffles held for enthusiasts, animal seminars, and kids activities.

10 a.m Georgia Army National Guard Armory, 1248 Eisenhower Dr. Adults $10, Children (5-12) $5, 4 & under Free 863-268-4273. info@repticon.com

Rooms With a View: Southern Style

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Book either 2 hour adventure, wall and/or bungeeactivities trampoline.

8 interconnected ziplinesthen try our rock climbing 50 in-the-tree challenging on on a to guided thruwaterfront the trees easy to hard, Zip next door thetour casual Up the Creek Pub & Grill6 courses, overlooking the water & boats. with dual cable racing finale. for a 5-yr-old to a Marine.

Dog friendly. Self-guided, harnessed & helmeted.

Heights to 75 ft, Ages 10+

ziplinehiltonhead.com 843.682.6000 aerialadventurehiltonhead.com

Reservations preferred. Check websites for age, weight and other info. 33 Broad Creek Marina Way, HHI

An exhibition of "rooms" created by six local interior designers, along with nationally acclaimed designers Jim and Phoebe Howard,transforming the Jepson Center into a show house. The exhibition is free of charge; related events are ticketed.

Jepson Center for the Arts, 207 West York St. Free and open to the public. telfair.org

Russian Festival

A celebration of Russian culture: homemade ethnic food and desserts, live entertainment, photo booth, cultural booth, gift store, church tours.

10 a.m.-4 p.m St. Mary Magdalene Orthodox Church, 1425 Ft. Howard Road. $2 Free for military, and children under 12.

912-355-0901

Skidaway Marine Science Day

Visit all the Skidaway science sites at this open house for kids and adults; the new sea turtle at the UGA Aquarium, tour the 92-foot ocean-going Research Vessel Savannah, operate Gray's Reef's remoteoperated-vehicle.

12-4 p.m Skidaway Institute of Oceanography, 10 Ocean Science Circle.

Free and open to the public 912-598-2325. skio.uga.edu

Theatre: Spine Tingling Tales

A late night ghost show that's appropriate for most ages, but a little bit scary.

Produced by Odd Lot Comedy Troupe.

11 p.m.

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

Midnight SpitFire Saturday Open Mic & Showcase

OCT 22-28, 2014

A midnight version of this monthly openmic showcase. Sign up begins at 11:30 pm.

Last Saturday of every month, 11:30 p.m.

Muse Arts Warehouse, 703 Louisville Rd. $5 Spitters. $7 Sitters.

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Wag-o-ween

Trick or treat for people and their dogs.

The ninth year of this night of treats for the pooch at over 100 businesses in downtown Savannah. Costumed dogs and humans encouraged. Costume contest.

12-5 p.m

Canine Palace Inc, 618 Abercorn St. $5 donation for wristband and map 912-508-3336

Wilmington Island Farmers' Market

Vendors offering produce, prepared foods, crafts, plus storytime, musical performances, and community information. Every Saturday.

111 Walthour Rd @ Islands Community Church.

Free and open to the public wifarmersmarket.org/

Seersucker SHOTS!

A quick hit of lit! Featuring Gina Abelkop and Magdalena Zurawski.

7 pm The Book Lady Bookstore, 7 E. Liberty St. Free

Sunday / 26 The Age of Guillaume de Machaut

The Goliards, a medieval orchestra, will perform.

3 p.m St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 34th & Abercorn Sts. $12, free for K-12 students

Film: The Bird with the Crystal Plumage (1970, Italy)

Dario Argento's directorial debut, this film is a landmark in the giallo, or murder mystery, genre.

5 p.m Muse Arts Warehouse, 703 Louisville Rd. $7

Disney on Ice: Treasure Trove

Skating Disney characters return, with a treasure theme.

1:30 & 5:30 p.m Civic Center, 301 West Oglethorpe Ave. $12-$50 savannahcivic.com/events

SAV FILM FEST: Foxcatcher

The dark and fascinating story of the unlikely and ultimately tragic relationship between an eccentric multi-millionaire and two champion wrestlers. Starring Channing Tatum, Steve Carell, and Mark Ruffalo. For Savannah Film Festival schedule, see page 22.

7 p.m Trustees Theater, 216 East Broughton St.

God on Broadway: The Lion King

The conclusion to Asbury's month-long series of Broadway-based worship services.

11 a.m Asbury Memorial United Methodist Church, 1008 Henry St. Free and open to the public. Love offering. asburymemorial.org

Hair and Fashion Show in the Garden

In celebration of their new national campaign, Bar Bystander, the Rape Crisis Center of Savannah is hosting this fashion show with Lara Wolf designs and Color Geek Salon hairstyles.

3:30 p.m Savannah Botanical Gardens, 1388 Eisenhower Drive. $20

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SAV FILM FEST: Hunted: The War Against Gays in Russia

Ben Steele delivers a shocking look at Russia's treatment of the LGBT community. Matt Bomer narrates the film and will participate in a Q&A after the screening.

For Savannah Film Festival schedule, see page 22.

5 p.m SCAD Museum of Art, 601 Turner Blvd.

Theatre: Lovers & Players

SCAD's Performing Arts and Production Design departments present this play written by dramatic writing professor Kathryn Walat.

3 p.m Mondanaro Theatre at Crites Hall, 217 MLK Blvd.

Repticon Savannah Reptile & Exotic Animal Show

Repticon Savannah is a reptile event featuring vendors offering reptile pets, supplies, feeders, cages, and merchandise.

10 a.m Georgia Army National Guard Armory, 1248 Eisenhower Dr. Adults - $10, Children (5-12) - $5 863-268-4273.

SAV FILM FEST: The Homesman

Tommy Lee Jones wrote, directed, and stars in this film about three pioneer women leaving frontier life. For Savannah Film Festival schedule, see page 22.

11 a.m SCAD Museum of Art, 601 Turner Blvd.

SAV FILM FEST: The Normal Heart

Details a gay rights activist group attempting to shed light on the AIDS epidemic.

Following the screening is a discussion with president of HBO films Len Amato and star of the film Matt Bomer. For Savannah Film Festival schedule, see page 22.

2 p.m Trustees Theater, 216 East Broughton St.

Yonder Mountain String Band w/ Larry Keel Experience Bending bluegrass, rock and countless other influences.

7 p.m Trustees Garden, 88 Randolph St. musicfarm.com

Film: Zombie Flesh Eaters (1979, Italy)

Directed by Lucio Fulci, considered one of the most gruesome films ever created.

8 p.m Muse Arts Warehouse, 703 Louisville Rd. $7

Monday / 27 11th Annual Savannah Golf Classic

A benefit for Lutheran Services of Georgia.

11 a.m The Club at Savannah Harbor, #2 Resort Dr. $125 for individuals; $500 for foursome 404-591-7067. lsga.org/savannah-golf-classic/

SAV FILM FEST: A Small Section Of The World

This film is about a group of Costa Rican women in a farming community who work together to change their environment. Followed by a Q&A with director and producer Lesley Chilcott. For Savannah Film Festival schedule, see page 22.

11 a.m SCAD Museum of Art, 601 Turner Blvd.

SAV FILM FEST: Just Before I Go

For Savannah Film Festival schedule, see page 22.

4 p.m SCAD Museum of Art, 601 Turner Blvd.

SAV FILM FEST: Big Hero 6 3D

For Savannah Film Festival schedule, see page 22.

7 p.m Trustees Theater, 216 East Broughton St.

Tuesday / 28 Dragon Nest: Warriors' Dawn

2:30 p.m Lucas Theatre for the Arts, 32 Abercorn St.

Fright Night at the IMAX Theatre benefit for American Diabetes Assoc.

Hosts Kyle Nikola, Greg Lard, Falgun Patel, Jason Usry present a scary movie, with costumes. Wine tasting, appetizers. Over $10,000 in silent auction items.

5:30 p.m

Royal Cinemas & IMAX, 5 Towne Center Court. $20

SAV FILM FEST: Six Dance Lessons In Six Weeks For Savannah Film Festival schedule, see page 22.

11 a.m SCAD Museum of Art, 601 Turner Blvd.

SAV FILM FEST: Two Days, One Night

For Savannah Film Festival schedule, see page 22.

7 p.m Trustees Theater, 216 East Broughton St.

Wednesday / 29 Confucius Institute Opening Ceremony The third such launch at a Historically Black College or University (HBCU) in the nation. Highlights of the ceremony include a violin performance by Lizhou Liu. 4 p.m Savannah State University, 3219 College St.

The Pillowman

Armstrong's Masquers theatre troupe presents this dark drama just in time for Halloween.

Oct. 28-Nov. 1, 7:30 p.m Armstrong State University, 11935 Abercorn St. cs

FREE! Free Weekend November 1-3

Telfair presents three days of free admission to the Jepson Center and Deep River.

Funding is provided by the City of Savannah.

Free Family Day

Saturday, November 1, 1–4pm We invite families to explore earthy installation, participate in storytelling, create drawings on objects in the museum studios, and see demonstrations by artist John Mitchell and others who incorporate historical themes in their work.

Funding is provided by the City of Savannah and

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Ben Carter, tourism, & ‘unknown facts’ population: 142,772 and 127,999 respectively in 2013.)

Of most concern, however, is the patently ‘Savannah demographiabsurd but unfortunately very commonlycally has a greater metroheld contention that Savannah gets three politan population of about times the tourists Charleston gets.

800,000 people, and it has This is a persistent myth that is not only 13 million tourism visits. If unfounded by the numbers, but clearly you contrast that to doesn’t pass the smell test for anyone who’s Charleston, the visited both cities. population’s about 40,000 less and the tourism The “official” tourism number for Charlesis 4 million versus 13 million, which is a really ton—which just won the Conde Nast readunknown fact.’ —Ben Carter er’s poll for “Best U.S. City” for the fourth year in a row—is 4.76 million for 2013, from a study by the College of Charleston.

A LOT OF INTERESTING THINGS Savannah’s official tourism number for happened during developer Ben Carter’s remarkable interview-gone-awry with Geor- 2013, compiled by the outside firm Longwoods International, is 13 million even (pergia Public Broadcasting’s Emily Jones last haps curiously rounded off ). week—including his unusual theory about However, the two studies arrive at those Ebola and apparently an effort by Carter numbers in different ways. to physically interfere with her recording Most significantly, the Savannah study equipment when he wasn’t happy with her opts to add “day-trippers” to the total, and questions. as far as I can tell Charleston’s doesn’t. DayYou can find the interview yourself, and trippers come into town but don’t spend the draw your own conclusions. night, whether it’s to shop, visit family, or But I want to focus on the above stateeven for a doctor’s appointment. ment by Carter from that interview, which How many “day-trippers” factor into is not only factually incorrect literally from Savannah’s 13 million-plus annual visitors? beginning to end, but proof that statistics can show whatever result you want them to 5.7 million.

Let’s do the math: show, with far-reaching results.

Subtract Savannah’s day-trippers from First, there are several ways the U.S. Centhe total number and you get: 7.3 million sus measures the population of Savannah’s metropolitan area. None of them shows any- overnight visitors—much closer to Charleston’s official number. where near 800,000 people.

(And if you parse the numbers further The Savannah Metropolitan Statistiyou can pare that figure down, for example cal Area includes Bryan, Chatham, and the finding that about 15 percent of overEffingham Counties and was estimated night visitors are here on business.) at a population of 366,047 last year. The Another smell test: Divide 13 million Savannah-Hinesville-Statesboro Combined Statistical Area, the largest recognized local by the number of weeks in a year, 52. That equates to 250,000 visitors per week— entity, showed a population of 516,159 in about the number of visitors during the St. the 2010 Census.

Either way, nowhere near 800,000 people. Patrick’s Day celebration, when downtown streets are so crowded you can barely walk.

By contrast, the Census-recognized Add to that mental image the fact that Charleston-North Charleston-Summerville tourists don’t spread out equally over 52 MSA was estimated at 712,220 in 2013. weeks but cluster seasonally, and you see That’s a lot closer to 800,000 people. how unhelpful the 13 million figure can be.

If you want to get squirrely with the Awhile back I had a long talk about this numbers, you could add the Hilton Head/ subject with Visit Savannah President Joe Bluffton/Beaufort Metropolitan Statistical Marinelli, way before the Carter interview.

Area (193,882 in 2013) to ours, for a total I want to stress that I make no insinuation of 710,041 people in an area covering two states and two hours drive-time, and still not that Visit Savannah intentionally misrepresents Savannah tourism numbers. get all that close to 800,000 people.

Unfortunately, we have seen that politi(The actual municipalities of Savannah cians and developers in Savannah often use and Charleston are indeed very similar in

by Jim Morekis

jim@connectsavannah.com

those numbers out of context, knowingly or unknowingly, to justify whatever it is they want to do and want us to pay for.

And that’s why it’s important to know what the numbers really tell us.

“We’re very particular about using the term ‘visitors’ rather than tourists,” Marinelli says. “Other people tend to use the word tourist, but we’re very particular about that, because the data doesn’t use the word ‘tourist’ anywhere.”

Marinelli’s own comparison of the two markets is frank.

“Our Broughton Street/River Street doesn’t have the level of retail experience that Charleston’s King Street has. That picture may be different 12 months from now, but not yet,” Marinelli says.

“Go beyond our Historic District and we have almost no high-end restaurants anywhere else in the marketplace. There’s no real high-end shopping,” he says. “And Charleston also has several affluent suburbs.

There are shops and retail experiences there we’re not going to have for 20 years.”

So while tourism in Savannah is clearly robust and increasing, our numbers of “actual” tourists are likely not just lower, but far lower than usually cited by important figures such as Ben Carter, Mayor Edna Jackson, and many other local players.

Why is this important?

If we don’t use accurate numbers, our public planning and public safety policy— and indeed our entire tax structure—could be based on false assumptions, with damaging results that could hamper growth.

For example: • The Tax Allocation District/Community Improvement District proposed to spur development on Broughton Street could be based on completely unrealistic premises of return on investment.

• The Tourism Leadership Council’s proposed 25-cent surcharge on all purchases over $5 in the to-go cup zone, supposedly to fund “ambassadors” and increased police presence, may not be soundly conceived.

• Ditto for the “feasibility study” recommending a brand-new taxpayer-funded ballpark in the tourist district to replace Grayson Stadium.

And in a time when crime is so much of an issue—five shootings in a 24-hour span last week alone—any waste of precious public resources could not only cost money, but lives. cs

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There are better-suited ports in the Southeast that should be getting federal support instead—IF accommodating larger ships is even justified.

People who have been paying attention know that the Corps claims that SHEP’s benefits are solely based on improved efficiency, since shipping on larger vessels costs less per ton of commerce.

They have NEVER said there would be more commerce because of deepening—unlike politicians who have misrepresented the $706 million project as a boon to job creation and Georgia’s economy.

If no more goods will be shipped due to the deepening, how will the project create jobs and boost the economy?

I firmly believe this project is one of many in the tradition of pork-barrel politics, and in a world of rational decision-making this project would not exist.

And if multi-port assessment and other analytically pragmatic realities were mandated as requirements under federal law, Gov. Deal and his cronies wouldn’t be able to get state funding support for the contracts now being awarded.

They may be fooling a lot of Georgians that SHEP will boost the economy, but objective analysis strongly suggests that the project is both fiscally and environmentally unjustified.

Mitigation costs are nearly half the project cost—hundreds of millions of expenses attempting to control or compensate for environmental damages—underscoring just how ill-suited this project is for its location.

With the recent decision giving the goahead on the state-funded part of the work, Georgia may find itself with an unfinished project that becomes a costly albatross as tribute to the pork-barrel politics that produced it.

As usual, taxpayers will be left holding the bag.

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Editor, I appreciate Jessica Leigh Lebos’ lively and engaging coverage of harbor deepening.

Many Connect readers may have heard of the Center for a Sustainable Coast, but I’m not sure how much they know about our long-established commentary on and opposition to the Savannah harbor-expansion project (SHEP).

Soon after we got started ( June, 1997), the Center filed a lawsuit against the Corps in 1998 challenging the ‘preliminary’ Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) on the deepening (called Tier I of the planning & review process).

Represented by Southern Environmental Law Center (SELC), our case centered on the issue of “multi-port analysis”—meaning that until the Corps compared the relative benefits and costs of deepening different ports serving the same multi-state regional markets, the public would have no way of knowing that (1) environmental risks/ damage was minimized and (2) tax money would be used to maximize benefits for all.

A federal judge ruled that the case was premature but the question was legitimate.

Until SELC entered into negotiations in South Carolina over the “comprehensive water quality settlement,” we were staged to go into round 2 of the Multi-Port case.

But the settlement with S.C. preempted SELC and other parties of the agreement from taking any other actions opposing the SHEP project, so our case was left swinging in the wind.

Lacking a financial source to cover the enormous fees for an alternate legal representative, we had to walk away from it.

The Center staff and board agree that the multi-port issue is far more pivotal as a policy-setting question because it could determine the basis for deciding how all future Corps projects are done, saving billions in federal dollars and avoiding extensive harm to nature.

It should never have been jeopardized by the S.C. water-quality settlement, and was probably just incidental collateral damage.

I believe the well-intended parties involved got into a corner and were ultimately coerced into an overly restrictive, legallybinding compromise.

I—along with Center board president

Steve Willis (he’s also affiliated with the coastal group of Sierra Club)—have published extensive commentary supporting the fact that Savannah is woefully unsuited to be a deepwater port.

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The Muralcle on 34th is gone Who will give rise to a new testament?

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IN THE BEGINNING, there was a bare brick wall.

Then, the Voice of Creation—speaking through a bunch of local folk who like to paint stuff—said, “Let there be art!”

So the local painter folk sought blessings from the Powers That Be and made art on the wall where there had once been nothing.

Soon a majestic abstract marshscape swept across the concrete bricks, followed by a meadow of portraits blooming with a colorful cross section of city denizens.

Later, a gorgeous sea goddess rose from the cinderblock to preside over the empty lot at Habersham and 34th Streets in hues of teal and purple.

The artists—along with the neighbors and the bureaucrats—saw that it was GOOD. Sadly, as of last Thursday, it is GONE. Baptized “The Muralcle at 34th Street” in February 2012 when it became the first legal public art mural in the history of the City of Savannah, the wall was sacrificed to the bulldozers of progress as the longvacant edifice it adorned was demolished.

Locally-owned Enright Properties acquired the foreclosed-upon property from the bank last year, and the half-acre lot will soon house a mix of apartments and retail space on what for a couple of years served as sacred ground.

No amount of supplication could amount to a divine intervention. In a few deafening cracks, the beloved kaleidoscopic vista was leveled in a cloud of dust and asbestos.

“We would have liked to save the mural, but the building itself just isn’t salvageable,” contractor Joe Duckworth lamented apologetically as the Caterpillar’s mighty claw tore through Adolfo Alvarado’s oceanic deity to reveal a garage of rotted wood. “It just couldn’t be helped.”

For those who worship at public art’s grand altar, the demolition felt like desecration. A small but devoted crowd came to the vacant lot to bear witness to the mural’s crumble, many of whom had been there for the first swathes of paint. Some had sat in

Artist Matt Hebermehl hauls off the remnants of the mural on Habersham and 34th streets.

Next page: The bulldozer takes down the wall and Clinton Edminster chips away a relic.

the summer sun for a chance to be immortalized within the latex layers.

Like pilgrims at Lourdes, we were somber but serene, hauling off the best bits of concrete as if handling holy relics.

“I brought my students out here just a few weeks ago to teach them about abstraction and design,” mourned SCAD professor Heather Szatmary as she schlepped pieces of Katherine Sandoz’s Turtle Island landscape. “They’re going to be heartbroken.”

Something of an artistic zealot myself, I waited solemnly for the piece of concrete to fall on which Troy Wandel painted my likeness in back in June 2012, hoping to lay it to rest in my garden among the precious plaques of my children’s handprints.

When the brick threatened to dissolve under the claw’s rough scrape, Richard Marlowe of Groundworks Unlimited stepped off the ‘dozer to kindly chisel it away by hand. I think he recognized my righteous fealty, good man.

I might have broken out the hairshirt if the reluctant priest of this particular parish hadn’t reminded everyone that there was really no need to be so damn fanatical.

Even as he conceived it back in 2011, artist/activist Matt Hebermehl had known that the wall might have to come down.

The property’s neglect was what made it prime art space in the first place, and the eventual transfer of ownership would mean its inevitable declension.

“This was the test case,” shrugged Hebermehl as he maneuvered a wheelbarrow piled with blocks to the edge of the lot. “It was the petri dish where we found out what was possible. But a lot has happened since.”

Preach it, brother: In the two and a half years since he and SeeSAW cohort James “Dr. Z” Zdaniewski put on suits and ties and convinced City Hall to adopt a mural policy under the MPC’s Site and Monument Commission, Savannah has seen several notable public art projects. Walls in Midtown, on MLK Blvd. and at the West Broad Y have hosted color and concept.

SeeSAW’s “Before I Die” crowdsourced blackboards weren’t without controversy, but it is our city’s mural that now graces Candy Chang’s hardcover book out of dozens of others that participated in the project.

And since my kvetchy sermon last month about the dearth of public art around here, new rumors abound that something splashy could be brewing near Victory Drive and Drayton.

We can also be consoled that another mural might be resurrected from the rubble like Lazarus from the crypt. Enright Properties’ Jeremy Graves has enthusiastically endorsed the idea of public art on the new complex, ideally on the side of the corner café planned for the site.

“I’d love to incorporate another mural once the project is finished,” said Graves on the phone last week. “There’s going to

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be a whole wall of masonry that would be perfect.”

It’s difficult to predict how new development will shape a neighborhood, and we can only pray that the Powers give the same thoughtful consideration to high-density housing as they do to mural proposals.

(Which reminds me: There is still a spot available on the Site and Monument Commission, along with a whole host of other city board openings, including the MPC. If you have the spiritual strength to face the devil in the details of this city’s future, go to savannah.gov to apply.)

In the meantime, the faithful must remember that just because the mural is gone doesn’t mean the miracle wasn’t real.

The gospel of public art is now a sanctioned reality in Savannah—an egalitarian way to create conversations that can become the foundation of a community that values art and artists. Every wall is a chance for communion, but there’s no need to express

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“It just means we need to make more,” grinned another ever-upbeat evangelist of the cause, ArtRise’s Clinton Edminster, as he carried off another brick.

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When the Savannah Speed Classic portion of the Hilton Heads Concours takes place on Hutchinson Island this weekend, vintage race cars of many different eras will be present, as well as vintage motorcycles.

There will be cars there that you remember from your youth, no matter when your youth was. Corvettes, Porsches, Triumphs, Austin-Healeys, Shelby Mustangs, maybe a Ferrari or two.

There will also be some vintage NASCAR racers, from those wonderful days when you could actually tell a Ford from a Chevy, Dodge, or Plymouth. There will be a few Indycars from the Champcar era, much prettier than the current cars in that series.

This event has grown exponentially in recent years, as word of mouth from competitors has spread among the vintage racing community. The drivers love the track, and of course they love Savannah for all of

The cars range from some before WWII to postwar sports cars to high-powered, open-wheel cars. Photos by Jim Casey. the same reasons we all love Savannah: the restaurants, the history, the architecture, the squares, and everything else.

I have attended the event every year it has been held on Hutchinson Island, as either a volunteer, spectator, or member of the media, and as a race fan, it has been gratifying to see the number of entrants grow each year, bringing more interesting cars to the event, and more dollars into the local economy.

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The sounds of 4, 6, 8, and 12-cylinder racing engines are music to my ears, though I understand it is not everyone’s cup of tea. I have been told that the sound carries across the river and into town, though the sounds are not that loud on the track itself, as golfers continue to play on the course adjacent to the track.

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Numerous areas around the track provide excellent views of the racing, and there are plenty of local heroes to cheer for, including Robert Parker, who races a beautiful BMW 2002.

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Making healthy changes — one small step at a time

Maria Malcolm, Ph.D. (center), talks with participants Linda Brown (left) and Tiffany Brown (right) during the first session of the CRI Life Enhancement Program in Savannah. Maria is a member of the Core Team that includes health professionals in integrative health, nutrition, exercise, and sense of purpose.

By Maria Malcolm, Ph.D.

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“A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.” Chinese philosopher Lao Tzu offered this thought thousands of years ago. Then people resisted change. Today, we still tend to resist change – and anything that challenges our status quo. I’ve chosen a career focused on helping people make healthy choices to improve their health, and their lives. My experience is that most people – including me – can be hesitant about making changes for ourselves.

I also serve as a Canyon Ranch Institute (CRI) Life Enhancement Program, Core Team member. In this program, we talk a lot about sustainable positive change in all aspects of life, including the way we think, our emotions, our physical bodies, and our spiritual selves.

The CRI Life Enhancement Program uses the “small steps” approach. Let me give you some examples. When life is busy and happiness seems far away, it’s easy to look for instant gratification, such as that second or third beer before dinner, or a big dish of ice cream rather than a healthy lunch. It’s no wonder that ads for fast-acting “miracle” drugs and cures get attention. It seems like 14 no one wants to wait for change to happen.

Enjoying great tasting healthy food is a shared experience during the CRI Life Enhancement Program. Choosing one healthy vegetable per day in place of a fried food is a small step toward healthy change that lasts.

So why do we encourage CRI Life Enhancement Program participants to take small steps to their goals? Here’s why: Do you remember that crash diet, New Year’s resolution, or other “cold turkey” solution you attempted in the past? Chances are, if the change you were hoping for was too dramatic or too drastic, your good intentions soon fell by the wayside.

A “small steps” approach emphasizes achievable goals that result in a sense of success. When we feel successful, we have increased enthusiasm and optimism about taking the next small step and making even more healthy changes.

In the CRI Life Enhancement Program, whether a participant focuses on exercise, social engagement, mindfulness, or healthy eating, a gradual approach using small steps is easier to integrate into everyday life. For example, an exercise plan that requires two hours of exercise seven days per week sounds daunting from the word “go.” Alternatively, exercising 30 minutes at a time, five times per week can feel more do-able.

A person who has not been getting much, if any, physical activity is far more likely to get started by taking a small step.

Here are some other small steps people can take on their individual journeys to

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better health: Choose one healthy vegetable per day in place of a fried food.

Substitute water for soda once a day.

Take the stairs instead of the elevator.

Add five minutes a day into your daily schedule for calm reflection and deep breathing.

Say at least one kind thing to yourself every morning. This might be: “You are a good friend.”

A very powerful kind of change is when you do something you’re never imagined doing. For CRI Life Enhancement Program participants, new experiences include practicing yoga, cooking with a new grain (such as quinoa), or signing up for a 5K walk or run. Is there something you’ve always been curious about but hesitated to try? We’re not talking about skydiving!

Let’s say you’re interested in growing your own flowers or vegetables. You could start by taking the small step of going to the CRI Healthy Garden at Trustees’ Garden and meeting people who are new to gardening, as well as people who have a lot of expertise to share.

Sharing a new experience with other people is another important aspect of the CRI Life Enhancement Program, and it

may work for you, too. When participants share new experiences (and challenges), they’re actually creating their own personal support network. They cheer each other along for every mile walked, for every bottle of water consumed, and for every healthy choice made.

We like to say that a joy shared is a joy doubled.

Sustainable, healthy change proceeds at a rate that is in tune with nature. Just as fruit trees require years of growth before their first yield, incremental changes may not be apparent to the casual observer. Personal change timelines may require patience.

However, as we take small steps and feel their power, we find it easier to build another “small step” goal – and achieve it!

I encourage you to take a small step today and start your journey to a happier, healthier future.

Maria Malcolm, Ph.D., is a licensed psychologist and Core Team member of the Canyon Ranch Institute Life Enhancement Program in Savannah. The CRI Life Enhancement Program is offered in partnership with Curtis V. Cooper Primary Health Care, and with Connect Savannah and Charles H. and Rosalie Morris.

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Precinct patrol officers responded to a Officers quickly spotted a shooting call at Utah Street and Pennsylva- male in his early 20s attempting to hide a handgun in a nia Avenue to find Marion D. McClendon, nearby McDonald’s restau29, with gunshot wounds. rant on Pennsylvania Avenue McClendon later died of his injuries. and took him into custody.

At 2:46 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 16, Central About the same time, two Precinct patrol officers responded to the other males in their early 20s arrived at a 2300 block of Ogeechee Road where Kenhospital for treatment of gunshot wounds. neth Earl Hargrove, 32, was found with a Detectives are trying to determine where gunshot wound. each of the men was injured. They arrested Each man was transported to Memorial one of the victims on an entering auto warUniversity Medical Center for treatment. rant from an area law enforcement agency.

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drastically reduces the donor pool. Studies in the U.S. and Canada have generally found that moving to a 12-month ban would only allow about 1 or 2 percent of MSMs to donate—139,000 potential donors, according to one estimate.

Would it make more sense to adopt the French notion of allowing monogamous MSMs to donate with no special restrictions? For the general population, arguably yes. In the U.S., the prevalence of HIV among gays is substantially higher than among straights; nonetheless, healthy monogamous gay couples are at no greater risk of contracting sexually transmitted diseases than healthy monogamous straight ones.

But such a rule wouldn’t make much sense for college students, or for people under 30 generally (I pick this age arbitrarily), for whom monogamy isn’t necessarily the default state. Most would thus still be excluded from donating; of those who aren’t, the one partner they’ve had in the past year might be that wild man they met last week.

In short, whatever restrictions short of a lifetime ban one might reasonably adopt for the more settled (read: older) portion of the population, a one-year celibacy requirement (admittedly, when you’re in your early 20s, this might as well be a lifetime) would still be the best policy for young gays. cs By cecil adams Send questions to Cecil via straightdope.com

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Drastic? Maybe, but together with crucial improvements in screening, it had the desired result: the blood supply was secured.

At the University of Chicago Scavenger Hunt The amount of donated blood that turns each year, there’s a blood drive where teams can out to be HIV-positive is minute—only earn points for donating. Increasingly, there has one unit in 1.5 million flunks screening. been on-campus criticism of how this discrimi- From 1999 through 2012, just six cases of HIV from blood transfusion were reported. nates against categories of students restricted from blood donation, especially men who’ve had Given an estimated 13 to 17 million units of whole blood donated per year, that sugsex with men (MSM) even once since 1977. gests you have something like a 1 in 35 milGive me the straight dope: is the FDA still lion chance of becoming infected with HIV justified in preventing MSM from donating from a blood transfusion. blood? —Patrick Augustine Rescinding a lifetime MSM ban would have consequences. One study estimated EXCUSE ME, Patrick. Since when does that if France’s lifetime ban were changed to anybody at the University of Chicago have exclude only MSMs reporting more than sex?

But you want a serious answer. Allow me one partner in the past year, transfusionrelated HIV cases would increase 370 perto provide a two-parter: Q: Is the prohibition against blood dona- cent. The French idea, you’ll notice, is that monogamous MSMs (i.e., those with one tion if you’ve had gay sex even once in the partner in the past year) would be allowed past 37 years justified? to donate.

A: No. If a man had sex with another In contrast, in most U.S. research I’ve man one time (hey, maybe even twice) seen, the point of comparison to present in 1977 and hasn’t yet come down with practice is a hypothetical donation ban for HIV—which of course is the issue behind the ban—he’s not going to come down with MSMs with <ital>any<> same-sex partit now. Your columnist appreciates the value ners in the past year. In other words, assumof bright-line rules as much as the next epi- ing you’re not also into women, you’d have to be celibate. Possibly due to this stricter demiologist, but no sense being ridiculous. standard, two U.S. studies have found Q: Is a prohibition against blood donation by male —students— who’ve ever had a one-year ban would result in a lesser increase in transfusion-caused HIV cases: 8 sex with another man justified?

A: You won’t get any argument from me. percent in one study, 66 percent in the other.

What does that mean in practical terms?

Let’s review a few facts, starting with Yet another study estimates a one-year ban the odds of getting HIV from various would result in roughly one additional case behaviors: of HIV per year in the U.S. On the face of • From penetrative anal intercourse—1 it, that would seem to make the present lifein 20,000.

• From receptive anal intercourse—about time ban difficult to justify.

But the change doesn’t amount to much.

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• From receiving tainted blood—9 in 10. Insisting on what is, for all intents and purposes, a year of celibacy for MSMs You get the picture. In the old days,

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“Selfie fever” has begun to sully the sacred Islamic pilgrimages to Mecca, according to scholars who complained to Arab News in September. What for centuries has been a hallowed journey intended to renew the spirit of Islam (that all Muslims are called upon to experience at least once) has come, for some in the so-called “Facebook era,” to resemble a trip to Disneyland, with visitors to the Sacred Mosque texting friends the “evidence” of their piety. (Another scholar complained in a New York Times opinion piece in October that Mecca is often experienced more as a tour packaged by marketers and centered around Mecca’s upscale shopping malls rather than religious structures.)

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In August, the Tampa Bay Times • Medical Marvels: (1) In October, workreported a dispute in Dunedin, Florida, ers at a clinic in Honda, Colombia, reported between 12-year-old lemonade-stand opera- helping a 22-year-old woman who came in tor T.J. Guerrero and the adult neighbor several days earlier with vegetation growing (Doug Wilkey) trying to close him down from her vagina. She said her mother had as an unlicensed entrepreneur, despite T.J.’s told her that inserting a potato (now sproutbusiness plan for assisting his favorite aniing) was effective contraception. (2) An mal shelter. Of course, T.J. 18-year-old woman was was quickly inundated with admitted to Bishkek Hosdonations, media praise and pital in Bishkek, Kyrgyz more lemonade sales. Wilkey, Republic, in September however, is under investigawith severe stomach pains, tion by the city after a tipster which doctors discovSweet tea will revealed that Wilkey himself ered was due to her longkill you quicker might operate a home-based standing habit of chewing than ebola financial services business not both discarded hair and properly licensed. her own. Doctors removed The New Normal a hairball that weighed 8.8 pounds (and a Yahoo • Just in time for California’s new law The Campaign Trail News report had a photo). requiring explicit consent for students’ sex“My Friends, I Am a Man • The family of Kai ual activities is the free iPhone/Google app of Action!”: Roger Weber, Halvorsen of Lillestrom, Good2Go, which developer Lee Ann Allrunning for a Minnesota Norway, planning a holiman promises will simplify the consent pro- House seat in November, is day in Thailand, feared cess (and even document it). As described now being sued by a neighbor that their bulldog, Igor, in a September Slate.com report, Good2Go over a property-line dispute would be traumatized, requires the initiator to send the prospective near Nashwauk. Rather than having never been left partner to at least four smartphone screens, working with an arbitrator or wait for a text message, provide phone mediator, or letting the legal process run its alone. Halvorsen and a friend arranged with numbers (unless he/she is a multiple-user course, Weber in 2013 took a chain saw and Labben Kennel to make a replica of the family living room to calm Igor’s anxiety. The with an “account”) and choose accurately sliced completely in half the large, two-car one’s sobriety level -- all before “the mood” garage that Weber says sat half on his prop- two men painted the walls the same shade of gray, brought in the family couch, built evaporates (ending the app’s usefulness). It erty and half on the neighbor’s. a replica coffee table, and moved in Igor’s took the tech-savvy Slate writer four minbed, carpet, pillows and blankets. (However, utes to navigate the process -- and she was Sensitive in Vermont according to the friend, Igor spent much of still unclear which sexual activities had been (1) Lianne and Brian Kowiak of Waterconsented to, since those specifics aren’t bury, Vermont, complained to Ben & Jerry’s the holiday cavorting outside with his new friend, Helga, the St. Bernard.) referenced. (The app has since been pulled in September that its new ice cream flavor, from the market.)

“Hazed & Confused,” was “shock(ing)” and • New York Giants tight end Larry Don- “upset(ting)” and should be changed imme- Perspective nell manages his own fantasy league team diately. Though most customers recognize Prosecutors in Killeen, Texas, are seekby “drafting” NFL players for virtual comthe name only as a play on the 1993 cult ing the death penalty for Marvin Guy, who petitions based on their real-life statistics of movie “Dazed & Confused,” the Kowiaks in May shot one SWAT officer to death the previous weekend. Donnell lamented to insist that they never be reminded that their and wounded three as they conducted an New Jersey’s The Record in October that 19-year-old son died in a college hazing inci- unannounced (“no-knock”) drug raid on his he had benched virtual “Larry Donnell” on dent. (2) In Winooski, Vermont, in August, home at 5:30 a.m. -- leading Guy to believe his fantasy team the week before because the local eatery Sneakers Bistro earned hoodlums were breaking in and thus prohe thought his other tight end (“Vernon public advertising space by beautifying one voking him to grab his gun and start firing.

Davis”) would do better. In reality, real Don- of the city’s flower beds, and managers used (The tip given to police was bogus; no drugs nell had a career-high game, with his three it for the quixotic ad, “Yield for Sneakers were found.) However, in December, 90 touchdowns leading the real Giants to a Bacon.” After one woman complained that miles away in another Texas county, mis45-14 victory. However, Donnell’s fantasy the sign disrespected those who do not con- taken SWAT-raid victim Henry Magee also team lost badly because virtual Larry Donsume pork, Sneakers took it down. killed an officer under similar circumstances nell (and his weekend statistical bonanza) (except that Magee actually had some mariwas on Donnell’s bench. juana), but was cleared in the shooting by a grand jury’s acceptance of self-defense. Guy is black; Magee is white.

Creme de la Weird

Harmonic Convergence of Perversions: (1) Palm Beach County, Florida, sheriff ’s deputies searching the home of childpornography suspect Douglas Wescott, 55, stumbled upon about 50 dead cats stored in four freezers. Wescott’s computers were seized, along with another 30 to 35 live cats. (2) In September, following a monthslong trial in Canada’s Nunavut territory, defrocked Catholic priest Eric Dejaeger, 67, was found guilty of 31 counts of raping children and one of raping a sled dog.

Least Competent Criminals

• Not Ready for Prime Time: (1) William Dixon, 21, was arrested in Brentwood, Tennessee, in August fleeing a Best Buy store after arousing suspicion. According to the police report, Dixon, on foot, ran across all lanes of Interstate 65, but the chase ended when he collided with a tree. (2) In October, a man unnamed in news reports snatched a bottle of wine from the shelf of a Sainsbury’s supermarket in East Grinstead, England, and dashed for the door. However, he ran into a shelving unit and knocked himself unconscious.

• Walter Morrison, 20, a United Parcel Service baggage agent at Phoenix’s Sky Harbor airport, apparently intended only to swipe random parcels, but inadvertently came upon, in one package, a diamond (later found to be worth about $160,000). Police charging him in September said he traded the diamond to a friend for a gram of marijuana (around $20, retail).

A Classic (November 2010)

Surreal Estate: Sixty-two percent of the 12 million people of Mumbai, India, live in slums, but the city is also home to Mukesh Ambani’s 27-story private residence (60,000 square feet, 600 employees serving a family of five), reported to cost about $1 billion.

According to an October (2010) New York Times dispatch, there are “four-story hanging gardens,” “airborne swimming pools” and a room where “artificial weather” can be created. Ambani and his brother inherited their father’s textile-exporting juggernaut, but notoriously spend much of their time in intra-family feuding. A domestic-worker neighbor told the Times that she makes the equivalent of about $90 a month.

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Get the skinny from the programmers themselves By the Savannah Film Festival Programming Staff

PUTTING TOGETHER a great film festival lineup is a year-long endeavor. And it’s very much worth it to see SCAD students, the future leaders of film, lining up with cinema enthusiasts and industry experts to take part.

This year, on top of a great competition lineup including fantastic SCAD student work, as well as highly anticipated studio prereleases, the Savannah Film Festival has added new and exciting programming.

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at Sundance this year The Babadook, along with the short Good Samaritan.

Up next is the newest shorts block, Supernatural Stories, which redefines what form fear Docs To Watch: can take. In the latest Sponsored by The Hollywood Reporter Supermensch: and screening almost entirely at the SCAD thriller from writer Joe The Legend of Museum of Art theater, the “Docs to Watch” Hill, everyone’s favorite Shep Gordon series showcases eight captivating and infor- boy wizard Daniel Radcliffe takes on a radically mative documentary films that are frontrunners for Oscar consideration. The series different role in Horns.

The SXSW low culminates in a riveting roundtable discussion hosted by Scott Fienberg from The Hol- budget indie Creep, fealywood Reporter with several of the directors turing Mark Duplass, expertly demonstrates from the films. why everyone should be Not to be missed is Supermensch: The Legend of Shep Gordon, followed by a Q&A very leery of people who session with director Mike Myers and Shep advertise on craigslist.

Meanwhile, the ultiGordon himself. That event is Friday, Oct. mate Halloween experience, free for every31, at 3:30 p.m. at the Lucas Theatre.

Also highly recommended and very mov- one, will be a screening of the great silent ing is Life Itself, about famed late movie critic German horror classic Nosferatu, featuring live orchestration from the Silent Orchestra Roger Ebert, set for Saturday, Nov. 1 at 11 at 8:30 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 31. Not to be a.m. at the SCAD Museum of Art. Other missed! noted films in the series include Red Army, Finding Vivian Maier, and The Salt of the Earth.

LGBT Interest: The festival features excellent LGBT After Dark: films on Sunday, Oct. 26, starting with the New and exciting, but not for the faint documentary Limited Partnership (with the of heart, is the After Dark series, with touching short Till Then) about the first screenings starting at 8:30 or 9 p.m. at the legal gay marriage in the United States, folLucas Theatre. The series kicks off with lowed later by the HBO feature The Normal 20 the Australian horror film that premiered Heart with Mark Ruffalo, Julia Roberts, Jim

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Boogaloo and Graham Barry Levinson’s adaptation of Philip Roth’s 2009 novel The Humbling. Greta Gerwig is equally funny and Variety is spot on in calling Pacino’s performance brave, yet “not entirely lacking in its own vanity.”

Rounding out the award-worthy performances, Benicio del Toro plays Colombian drug lord Pablo Escobar, drawing comparisons to Brando in The Godfather. The Hollywood Reporter notes “he is completely convincing as the extravagantly generous family man, crowd-loving public figure and supremely manipulate and treacherous criminal.”

Erin Go Bragh!

In one of the most exciting additions to the festival, we pay tribute to Savannah’s Irish heritage with another new shorts block Great Performances: called World Shorts: Ireland.

It’s a year for amazing and astounding The festival hopes to showcase a differperformances. Marion Cotillard, in the ent country or region’s short films every year hands of the Dardenne brothers, brings and felt that Ireland was the perfect place to the screen what Variety calls “beautito start. With the help of Network Ireland fully observed verisimilitude” in Two Days, Television, we are very excited to bring six One Night, a film about the struggles of the distinct shorts that showcase the depth working class. and breadth of Ireland, featuring noted Tuesday night at the Trustees Theater, Irish talents like Dylan Moran and Martin the film will screen with the newest aniMcCann. mated short from animation legend Glen But you will definitely not want to miss Keane, the man behind beloved Disney films like The Little Mermaid, Beauty and the the Irish short Boogaloo and Graham, featuring two adorable young lads and their chickBeast, Aladdin, Pocahontas, and Tangled. ens, the only Irish short to screen at Toronto The Savannah Film Festival’s beloved (and this programmer’s absolute favorite friend Miles Teller delivers an intense film of the entire festival lineup). star turn in Whiplash, opposite an equally We are also thrilled to be sharing the intense and frankly frightening J.K. Siminsightful and hilarious documentary The mons. Expect to hear both their names Irish Pub in competition. It screens with an mentioned when the Academy rolls out equally hilarious short, The Gunfighter, narnominations early next year. rated by Nick Offerman of Parks and Rec In a more nuanced, yet equally award fame. worthy role, everyone’s favorite Sherlock You’ll want to head down to Kevin delivers another notable performance as Barry’s on River Street for a pint of Guinslightly askew genius WWII code breaker ness afterward, for sure! The filmmakers Alan Turing in The Imitation Game.

Speaking of slightly askew, make room for will most certainly be there to share more stories. cs Al Pacino as he hilariously delivers an art imitating life, or vice versa, performance in

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Parsons and Matt Bomer.

Bomer will be in attendance with Len Amato, the President of HBO, for a Q&A session immediately following the film at the Trustees Theater at 2 p.m. Bomer will also be answering questions after the screening of Hunted: The War Against Gays in Russia, the disturbing film about the violent effects of homophobia in Russia.

That evening concludes with a 7 p.m. gala screening of the fascinating and dark Foxcatcher, which debuted at the Cannes Film Festival and nabbed a Best Director award for Bennett Miller, best known for Capote.

Steve Carell, Channing Tatum and Mark Ruffalo have all received glowing accolades for their performances.

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Savannah Film Festival | gena rowlands

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Gena Rowlands

Rarely has a Film Festival Lifetime Achievement Award been so deserved

I’d be remiss in not beginning by asking your thoughts about Jim Garner, who passed away earlier this year. We’ll all miss Millennials know her from The him.

Notebook, where she co-starred as a fellow senior citizen opposite the late, great James Gena Rowlands: I loved him. Everybody loved Garner. Serious cinema buffs know Gena Jim. He was a great guy, he could do anyRowlands as quite simply one of the most thing. People think of him as a brilliant influential actresses of modern times. comedic actor, and he did so many comedies In her prime she was as stunningly beau- and he’s so good at it. But in The Notebook, tiful as any woman has ever been on the look how serious and moving he was. silver screen. But instead of relying solely on It’s hard to even say his name at this her looks, she, along with her husband and point. He was as good as it gets. frequent director, the late John Cassavetes, mined a whole new style of emotionally vul- So many actors late in their career opt for nerable realism which formed the foundawalk-ons and cameos. But you’ve had a tion of the New Wave of American cinema prolific career well into your 70s and 80s, in the 1970s. in fully-fledged roles playing fully-realized In addition to many other kudos during characters. her career, she was nominated for two Academy Awards, including for her groundbreak- Gena Rowlands: I can understand those who ing work in Cassavetes’ A Woman Under took a different road than I did. There aren’t the Influence, starring as a charismatic but many parts being written for people my age. troubled young wife.

Actually when you’ve done as many things Her newest film is Six Dance Lessons in as I have at my age, you have the privilege of Six Weeks, with Cheyenne Jackson. She stars leading a lot of different lives! as a retiree who finds an unlikely friend, an I have to say I’m so sick of many of the openly gay dance instructor, late in life. movies they make nowadays. If I see one Rowlands will attend the Savannah Film more vampire! But if people want to watch Festival to receive a Lifetime Achievement it, why not? It just doesn’t appeal to me.

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Gena Rowlands is still making movies at age 84. Her newest film is Six Dance Lessons in Six Weeks. Photo by Ian L. Sitren There’s been a real renaissance of indie cinema lately though.

Gena Rowlands: There is, and I’m happy to see that. When John (Cassavetes) and I first started, it was very hard to make a movie you wanted to make, there was no place to show it. Everything was run by the studios and the distributors.

Today it’s a whole different setup. There were really no festivals back then—certainly no big ones anyway, not where you could reach a lot of people in different parts of the

country. Then there are all the new cameras and technology, which I know very little about (laughs).

It might just open up a whole new world.

It might get people a little more serious about things, making movies that are more interesting and not just made for people 10-15 years old. Not that they shouldn’t have something to enjoy too.

Movies are such a powerful medium.

There’s nothing like sitting in a room with a whole lot of other people. I like to watch a movie that way.

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‘That’s the great thing about acting—you’re not just stuck with yourself! You lead many lives.’ Photo by Ian L. Sitren

Gena Rowlands: I do! And the audience will surprise you. They’ll sometimes laugh at a place you thought they should be crying.

You can’t find these things out at a private screening.

You could easily have built a successful career on looks alone. But instead you always seemed to seek out challenging, troubled characters. Very imperfect, emotionally complex people.

Gena Rowlands: I’m always much more interested in playing a real person. My characters all have problems, but then again we all do.

The challenge is in how you face them, how you work them out. That’s the great thing about acting—you’re not just stuck with yourself! You lead many lives. Through these people you become aware of what makes you work. It makes you think. It’s so much more interesting.

I don’t think there are enough of that kind of picture written. Writers are really getting knocked in the head. They may write something absolutely perfect, but there are so many people telling them what to do and how to change the script. There are too many hands in it. The movie business has never been easy on writers.

That makes your achievements with John as writer/director that much more impressive, really.

Gena Rowlands: John was such a great talent.

Things meant so much to him. He never wrote thinking of what other people would say and judge him for. He always wrote what he thought and what was meaningful.

And he wrote beautifully. It was always very easy to work with him on that basis.

And you’ll be here with your son Nick, who directed The Notebook.

Gena Rowlands: Nick is six feet six and a half inches tall, did you know that? We always thought he’d be a basketball player. That’s certainly all he seemed to be interested in during his teens. We never really thought about him making movies until he actually started. I must say, Nick was always a good writer too.

And of course I loved working with Jim on The Notebook. Ryan Gosling was just terrific in that. And Rachel. They were serious, dedicated actors.

A whole new generation discovered you thanks to The Notebook.

Gena Rowlands: Yes, and I think that’s so funny! It’s funny how all that happened.

Everybody says it’s a chick flick. But what happened is the chicks went to see it, and they liked it so much they went home and said to their boyfriends and husbands, “You’ve got to come see this movie with me.”

And the guys ended up liking it too! They would walk out with tears streaming down their face. It was very funny, and very unexpected. cs Gena Rowlands Lifetime Achievement Award 7 p.m. Thu. Oct. 30, Trustees Theatre Screening & Q&A, Six Dance Lessons in Six Weeks, 11 a.m. Tue. Oct. 28, SCAD Museum of Art Screening & Q&A With Nick Cassavetes, The Notebook, 11:30 a.m. Wed. Oct. 29, Lucas Theatre OCT 22-28, 2014

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Some of the colorful pub owners interviewed in The Irish Pub

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The Irish Pub Five Guinness-and-Jameson flavored questions with director Alex Fegan

By Jim Morekis

OCT 22-28, 2014

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Perhaps the most unique new twist at this year’s Savannah Film Festival is the “World Shorts” series, this year focusing on Ireland and Irish heritage.

It is, of course, a perfect fit for Savannah’s own heritage.

The flagship entry in the series, though, isn’t a short at all. It’s the altogether charming full-length documentary The Irish Pub, in which several very individualistic and hilariously funny pub owners from all corners of Ireland talk about what makes an Irish pub particularly Irish, the importance of the pub to Irish society, and the challenges facing the institution in a modern age.

We talked to affable director/producer Alex Fegan a few days ago. He’ll attend the screenings here, and you can probably buy him a pint later on at Kevin Barry’s, where we hear the Irish-themed filmmakers are gathering after their screenings.

You highlight some very interesting pubs run by some very interesting folks, to say the least. Why these particular pubs?

Alex Fegan: I was interested in documenting the third-generation type pub. Often by the fourth or fifth generation, the kids become well educated and go off and become a doctor or whatever, and sell or close the pub.

Once that family line breaks, often that spells danger. Because what’s required to run a small business is a level of passion that sometimes goes beyond proper commercial sense.

We found that having a family member involved in the pub hugely helps its existence moving forward as other family members go off and do other things.

Is that mostly why they say the Irish pub is a dying institution?

Alex Fegan: Unfortunately in Ireland as else-

where, we’re heading into a situation now where more and more aspects of life are homogenized. The Starbuckization of society is killing the pub. The pub is almost a last stand, where the person behind the bar has the same name as what’s over the door.

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bit of a problem. Anytime you’ve got a TV in the room, you’re looking at it over the shoulder of the person in front of you you’re talking to, and you’re not doing either thing well.

In a really good third-generation Irish pub, TV is a big no-go. Having said that, you might have a TV on if Ireland were playing a rugby match or something.

The rest of the time the general philosophy is to switch it off and allow people to talk. It’s about conversation—not so much about getting drunk. It’s about the banter.

People unfortunately stereotype the Irish, but in many pubs I’ve visited around Ireland sometimes you’ll see people just having a cup of tea and wanting to have a chat. And they want to know the person behind the bar is the owner.

The Dublin pub owners you interview have a sort of swagger. They seem to think they have the most authentic pubs, but would you agree the country pubs you went to are probably a lot more authentic?

Alex Fegan: Well, in Dublin they have a different sort of wit. It’s more of a town mouse versus country mouse thing. The Dublin pubs are very much famous, and rightly so, but there is a difference in that the Dublin pubs are more traditionally Victorian pubs, with a big connection to the literary history of that period.

There’s definitely a greater sense of history connected with Dublin pubs. Rather than living day by day, the owners themselves might see those pubs more as a museum and themselves as curators—and I

don’t mean that in a bad way at all.

In country pubs it’s still the case that you get people of many different age groups together interacting in one place. Not so much in Dublin.

In the country pubs you have that sort of thing where a young fella in his early 20s would be easily talking to someone in his 80s. Of course he might know him, that might be a friend’s grandfather.

comfortable. The framing and composition of the shots comes back to the idea of just holding a mirror up to the pub. I wanted people to be able to see the background as clear as the person in the foreground, and not just have your standard talking head.

things go, and they come back again.

The Irish pub might actually have a part to play in that. In Ireland the proximity of the individual to the politician is quite close.

I’d say there’s a maximum of three degrees of separation. So there’s not this sense of separation between the people and the I read an article about the Irish bust in politicians. the global recession that said the Irish Ireland is actually a very cosmopolitan themselves were pretty fatalistic about it. country these days. So with the EU you will They didn’t get very worked up nor did have wine imported, and craft beers from Did any pub owners just not want to be in they blame anyone but themselves for the Germany or Belgium. That gives people the film, and turn you down? collapse. Is that true, and do you find that many more options than in the past. reaction particularly Irish?

But also there’s the fact that if anything a Alex Fegan: Only one said no. He said, “I want lot of Europeans who come to Ireland come to but I’m too shy.” My only criteria going Alex Fegan: Well, since 2008 there hasn’t been specifically to enjoy the Irish pub. Whatever into this was that the pub had to be at least one protest in Ireland. There’s not many it takes to keep it alive! cs three generations in the same family, and countries that can say that. In Ireland we the owners themselves had to stand for the had everybody jumping on the bandwagon The Irish Pub interview—no managers or what have you. when things were good. We should have Screens 11:30 a.m. Sun. Oct. 26 and 12:30 p.m. Fri. They’re usually filmed behind the bar really realized what was happening. There Oct. 31 at the Lucas Theatre. mostly because that’s where they’re most is this attitude in Ireland that things come, 27

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Martin nails the whole veteran vibe, the sort of Zen way that guys who’ve been on multiple tours just stay extremely chill.

How did that come about?

Amira & Sam Five questions with director Sean Mullin

By Jim Morekis jim@connectsavannah.com

One of the most recognizable comedic actors of his day, Martin Starr has been stealing scenes since his early days as Bill Haverchuck in Freaks and Geeks. Later roles have seen him in Knocked Up, Hawaii FiveO, and Drunk History, among many others.

In the feature-length Amira & Sam, screening at the Savannah Film Festival, Starr plays a different kind of funny man: An Army veteran returned from Iraq and Afghanistan, who dabbles in standup comedy and falls in love with an Iraqi immigrant.

The catch: She’s in the U.S. illegally.

As Sgt. Sam Seneca, Starr tempers his usual deft comedic hand with an expert portrayal of a young vet who has internalized both the weary cynicism of his military experience as well as his training and ability to very quickly suss out people and situations—in particular the slimy world of Manhattan hedge funds in which he finds himself when his cousin wants to use Seneca’s service ties to hook clients. (Playing that role is another familiar face, Paul Wesley of The Vampire Diaries.)

Martin Starr stars with newcomer Dina Shihabi.

As Sam’s paramour Amira, newcomer Dina Shihabi is quite simply a delight. You’ll no doubt be seeing more of her.

We talked to director Sean Mullin, a military veteran himself, a few days ago.

You had so many chances to write a script chock-full of tired cliches, but avoided them all. How’d you manage that?

Sean Mullin: Nah, I just wrote 33 versions of the script! I just kept rewriting. Also, I’ve seen every rom-com ever made (laughs). I actually sat down and watched literally every rom-com ever made, so when it came time to write one for myself I knew directly what I did and didn’t want to do.

It’s the chemistry of Martin and Dina that really makes this work. How did you cast these leads?

Sean Mullin: The casting process is a big part of it, yeah. I didn’t know Martin personally before we made the film. But I’d seen his work and I’d never seen him hit a false note. I knew he was great and funny.

Dina’s a real catch, how did you find her?

Sean Mullin: Dina just came down to audition! She put herself on tape. I didn’t make it through the whole audition, I just knew.

She’s got star quality. She lit up the screen from the first time I saw her.

Sean Mullin: That’s Seneca’s defining characteristic. Of course his name is from the Roman philosopher known for stoicism.

From the start I modeled him after a couple of Green Beret buddies of mine.

Martin mentioned the cool demeanor of all the soldiers he talked to preparing for the role. He said most of all he was so impressed with how quickly they made decisions. So Sam Seneca is always making very quick decisions, taking quick action, firm but realistic decisions.

All the vets who watch the film, their favorite scene is when the stocktraders ask Seneca to tell them about some “Rambo shit”he saw in Afghanistan. Instead he tells them this funny story about when he walked in on a priest masturbating.

That’s very typical of vets, to tell funny stories instead of the dramatic stuff.

One of your main characters gets deported, yet you manage to avoid any hint of a political statement at any point.

Deliberate?

Sean Mullin: After I left the military, in film school at Columbia one of the first things they teach you is it’s great to delve into political issues and socially resonant issues and stuff, but if you want to make a political point, write an essay, don’t make a film.

If that’s what you want to do, go on Sunday morning TV and yell at each other. If you want to engage people, the whole goal of film is to challenge perceptions. cs Amira & Sam Screens 2:30 p.m. Mon. Oct. 27, Trustees Theatre Screens 11:30 a.m. Sat. Nov. 1, Trustees Theatre

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Alex Beh isn’t afraid of a challenge. In his first feature-length film, Warren, he wrote the script, he directed it, and he stars in it as the title character.

A coming-of-age story of a twentysomething aspiring comedian in Chicago on the cusp of either following his dreams or forgetting them, the film blends comedy with poignancy—both in the unrequited love story at its core as well as Warren’s struggle to come to terms with his divorcing middle-aged parents (expertly and delightfully played by screen stalwarts Jean Smart of Designing Women fame, and John Heard from Home Alone and The Sopranos).

We spoke to the multi-talented Beh last week.

Alex Beh: My dad’s an interesting character, a really funny guy. There are lots of similarities between him and Jack. Also I enjoy exploring the father/son relationship. I modeled this after a lot of fathers where I grew up who had a lot of success in these sort of lifetime lifelong careers. Like Jack, my dad was actually a trader in the city.

They get deep into the career and often lose sight of how to handle a family. There’s a lot of pressure on fathers to be successful. There’s a lot of pain in these people, and I tried to draw from that experience with some of what I’ve observed.

Some of my favorites stories are about characters who have a real lack of a core relationship with their fathers. Like Cameron from Ferris Bueller’s Day Off for example. Or The Breakfast Club, there’s a lot of that conversation in there.

Alex Beh: There was a little bit of conversa-

tion there along the lines that if we’d gotten enough money, and if for some reason some big star wanted to play Warren, we’d be okay with that. Mostly where I was at in pre-pro and developing the project, I was on board to star, and our team was down with that.

Jean Smart and John Heard are pitch-perfect. How did you get them on board?

Alex Beh: I always loved Jean and always saw her as that character. She’s the cool mom!

She’s got her stuff together. John Heard I obviously grew up watching as well, and always respected his work.

We sent the script to John and his manager got it to him, and he called me. He said, “Alex, John Heard. I loved your script, it was awesome.” When Jean called, she said, “Why’d you make me cry?”

It’s very flattering , very cool to be able to work with actors like that. These are seasoned veterans, and sometimes you don’t Let’s start with the obvious question: Your Seems like a lot of this is coming from have the experience to handle what they character’s an improv comedian. So were a your own life, with your own divorced par- bring to table. But I felt personally I’d been ents. Safe to say there’s a therapeutic elelot of the scenes improvised? directing a while and I knew this movie and ment in your script? this vision inside and out. They were really Alex Beh: Anything I direct I start by stickprofessional actors, and professional actors look to the director for direction. They gave ing to the script and go from there, and have Alex Beh: I think with any kind of artist fun with later takes. I love working with there’s always an element of therapy. So per- me that, and I gave them respect of their comedic actors and I do have an improv sonally I would say yes—anything I write is seasoned history.

Jean knew everything and was totally prebackground, so there’s always room for coming from something derived or inspired pared. John was hilarious and quirky. He’s movement there. I’d say in the end there’s a by something that happened to me. good amount that’s probably improvised.

I was still in college, I guess dealing with a totally this character in real life as well. cs lot of that stuff, driving back and forth from The boy/girl love story is one thing, Chicago and having some perspective. It’s Warren but you seem just as fascinated with the something I’ve always wanted to write about Screens 9:30 a.m. Tue. Oct. 28, Trustees Theatre, 3 dynamics of a father/son relationship. and I almost still feel haven’t fleshed it out. p.m., Thu. Oct. 30, Lucas Theatre

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Those devilish Teases have just returned from a weekend in North Carolina in time for their second annual Halloween show, “Night of the Terrifying Teases.” From The Black Widow to Leatherface, your favorite villains will take the stage in the troupe’s signature brand of slinky seduction and side-spitting playfulness.

We caught up with founders Wendy Denney, Jessica Knapp, and Anita Narcisse to get the scoop on touring with over a dozen glitter-and-blood encrusted dancers and what’s in store for fans on Saturday.

So how was the our?

Denny: It was awesome! We sold out Ashe-

ville for the second time. …We had guest performers in both cities who perform in

burlesque troops there.

Knapp: That’s my favorite part of touring, is that we get to know some burlesque performers in other cities. They give us perspective on what they’re doing.

What’s it like touring with so many people?

Narcisse: It’s herding cats on a daily basis!

Denny: We get along really well, so that’s

helpful. We make friends every time we go places, and everyone is so nice and accommodating. A lot of the people who are helping us are in bands or something, so they always give us tips on how to save money and always try to hook us up with places to crash.

You’re touring your new Halloween show.

Have you done that before—performed a new show out of town before Savannah?

Narcisse: Yes, the Celebri-Tease Show. We

like it a lot better, because we get to practice doing it two more times before the home crowd. We get super pumped, and we’re feeding off the energy of the anticipation of doing it for a crowd of people we’re not familiar in a different city.

Denney: And then we can work out any kinks. We always want Savannah to be the biggest, baddest show.

Knapp: The people in Savannah know us, and we have a good fan base here. When we succeed doing it in a city where we don’t know anybody, it just makes us that more excited.

Anything in particular to look forward to for this show?

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yet. Every single act is so badass.

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Stylistically, how do you feel this one might differ from the last Halloween show?

Denney: It’s more cohesive, I would say. Last

time it was like, sexy vs. scary. And this year, it’s villains. It has more of a theme, like our other shows do.

Knapp: I always help out with the decorations for The Jinx, and they always kind of affect each other. They’re definitely going to pair up.

They’re doing a ‘70s horror movie theme, right?

Knapp: Yeah. And we have Freddy, we have a Leatherface—they’re all from movies.

How long does it take y’all to prep for each show?

Anything you’d like attendees to know?

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5. Despite losing a founding band member, they’re still going strong.

Mandolinist Jeff Austin, who started Yonder with banjoist Dave Johnston back in 1998, left the band amicably in April, but that didn’t slow the band down. They’ve reenvisioned their sound by adding two new members, Allie Kral and Jacob Jolliff, for their summer/fall shows. Joliff has taken over Austin’s mandolin duties, and is already earning high praises from longtime fans and the bluegrass community for his incredible technical skills.

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By Death: Still killing it ‘We’ve never had any reason to do anything other than what we feel like.’

surrounded by old punks, college radio DJs, folksters in circle skirts, men in work boots and Carhartts. Even your homebody older ADAM TURLA is drawn to the renegades, neighbor, as I once did.

That’s the beauty of Murder by Death: the rule breakers. He’s told their stories for 14 years, while his band, Murder by Death, they evoke so many influences and genres, weaving dustbowl stories, Western influhas shown the world that indie musicians ences, folk, punk, and Springsteenisms can survive—and thrive—by refusing to adhere to anyone’s standards but their own. together, that it makes you realize how trite “A lot of bands, when they are coming up, a concept “genre” really is.

Through road warrior touring, running are part of a genre or scene, and that scene the band’s business, art, and production, and explodes into the mainstream,” says Turla. maintaining a close relationship with their “And the bands have a chance to go for it. It’s like, ‘we gotta represent this scene, we ferociously loyal fans, they haven’t lost sight of their raison d’être. gotta make a record that speaks to people right now, we gotta write this single to get in “Our motivation has never changed,” front of people,’” he says. says Turla. “When we started this band, we “We’ve never had any reason to do anydidn’t intend to still do this now. We did it thing other than what we feel like.” to be exciting and creative and fun.”

They met as college kids at Indiana Uni“What they feel like” has garnered them versity, and, as the band grew, continued a wonderfully diverse cult following. Go to use their college town of Bloomington 32 to a Murder by Death show, and you’ll be

By Anna Chandler

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Turla: ‘The songwriter builds the house, and the band decorates it.’

as home base. Recently, Turla and his wife, Murder by Death cellist Sarah Balliet, relocated to Balliet’s hometown of Louisville, Kentucky, and decided to cut back on their heavy tour schedule.

“We’re going to be selective with how much time we spend on the road,” he says.

They’re already taking advantage of their time off; when I spoke with Turla, he and Balliet were gearing up for a four-day educational retreat, ready to learn how musicians can embrace charity through their work.

An open schedule also allows the band to expand upon Turla’s concepts for immersive, experiential shows. Turla, who praises David Bowie’s artistic control over every aspect of a concert’s production, is giddy discussing the band’s second annual Stanley Hotel weekender.

An idea from a few years back came to life last January: Murder by Death performs at the haunted hotel (which inspired

The Shining) to a sea of fans decked out in period garb. After a long set, they hang out with fans ‘til they shut the bar down.

“We announced two shows last January, and they sold out instantly, so we added a third show, and it sold out within 24 hours,” Turla says. “It’s a really positive event, and just for fun. That’s what entertainment is all about.”

The tour breaks are also essential to Turla’s process.

“On the road, there’s no time to make things,” he explains. “You have to specially take time off to write. If you’re just recovering from getting back from tour for two months, you’re not particularly inspired. You want to put the guitar in closet and do nothing about it for a couple of weeks.”

He’s found ways around it in the past, like retreating into the Smoky Mountains for a two-week solo camping trip to write Good Morning Magpie.

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“It’s something I know about myself: if I’m by myself, I will produce something, if not just to entertain myself while I’m bored alone,” says Turla.

He’s fond of the mentality that “the songwriter builds the house, and the band decorates it.”

Turla begins with melody and lyrics and works with Balliet, bassist Matt Armstrong, drummer Dagan Thogerson, and pianist/ mandolinist/banjoist/vocalist David Fountain on the intricacies and overall feel.

Setting out to make a “hit it and quit it record,” the follow-up to 2012’s Bitter Drink, Bitter Moon to clocks in at just 10 tracks.

“I scrapped the most songs I’ve ever scrapped for this record,” Turla says.

Each of Murder by Death’s LPs has its distinctions. Good Morning Magpie’s fan favorite “As Long As There Is Whiskey in the World” could have been torn from the pages of an English drinking songbook.

Bitter Drink, Bitter Moon’s “Lost River” has a folkier, roaming ease about it, with an emphasis on layering and harmonies. The band approached the new record keeping in mind that record’s big sound and subtle details, and 2008’s Red Of Tooth And Claw’s spirited immediacy.

“Red of Tooth and Claw is the best one we have. You put that record on, and it starts moving at the beginning, and when it’s over, you’re surprised that it’s already over. It never really lags,” Turla says.

“There’s more instrumentation on this one, a lot more drama—moments where it’s really bare, and then it’s just pushing forward and moving, and then it’ll just explode open,” he says excitedly.

“Huge drums and strings spurting in your face, lots of lo-fi, hi-fi switching around.

You’ll be listening and get used to a certain lo-fi tone of the song, and all of a sudden it’ll explode into hi-fi and completely change.”

Turla approached the new material focusing on evocative imagery instead of his signature straight-forward storytelling.

“This record’s way more about images and feelings that are created through those images,” he elaborates.

“We like darker material, we like misdirection with music,” he says. “One of my favorite things to do is to do a song where it seems like it’s really upbeat and major, but the lyrics are really dark. I like doing the flipflopping where you’re sort of confusing the emotions instead of just doing an upbeat, happy song.”

The album’s in production right now, and details will be released soon.

Turla looks forward to returning to Savannah; they broke a long dry spell with their headlining slot at 2011’s Savannah Stopover, and their performance at The Jinx’s 10th anniversary party last year solidified them as a can’t-miss show.

“During the period between 2002 and 2011, we were just bogged down with playing a million places, and I wasn’t really creating the schedule,” he says.

By being more selective, the band can return to towns they love, like Savannah.

“I’ve said many times, it’s one of my favorite cities in the country,” says Turla. “Now that I’ve found myself having a little more time and control over the band, it’s been fun to be able to go back.” CS Murder By Death, Devil At My Side The Jinx October 23, 10 p.m. $15 advance via frontgatetickets.com, $20 day of show

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➜➜Boy Harsher, Pen Test, Orthodox, Moffenzeef @Hang Fire Thursday’s show will be a homecoming show for Gus Muller and Jae Matthews’s Boy Harsher. The duo (who also operate Safe//Sound, responsible for bringing boundarypushing electronic and experimental music to Savannah) have spent the last week on the road, touring the Southeast in support of their Lesser Man EP. Recorded by Peter Mavrogeorgis at Dollhouse Studios, single “Lust” pairs crunchy tones with lilting synths to craft a dark electro gem. Matthews’s alto is mesmerizing in this bold yet vulnerable, barely-keeping-it-together, Siouxsie –Nico lovechild way.

They are joined by The Pen Test, a minimal synth duo, Moffenzeef (Savannah’s Ross Fish and Matthew Akers), and Orthodox, loop-based drone.

The Lesser Man EP cassettes will be available for purchase.

Thursday, October 23, 10 p.m.

➜➜No Control Fall Festival @Hang Fire It’s a rare treat to see CUSSES twice in one month right at home—lucky for us, they’re wrapping up October with another No Control Festival.

What began as a name for the band’s practice space/all-ages venue has grown into a movement of sorts. After No Control closed its doors on 39th Street, Angel Bond still wanted to be able to honor the show requests that she received.

“It’s about helping people out and hosting shows,” Bond explains of No Control’s new role. “I loved our place and miss it a lot—I really do. A lot of those bands still reach out to us who played there before.

“It’s about bringing people in and the young and local bands, helping them, and meeting,” she says. “It’s about connecting people.”

No Control’s curators have a keen eye for talent on the rise—previous fests included bands that are gaining traction nationally and making the Southeast proud, like Baby Baby (with whom they shared a bill earlier this month), Today the Moon, Tomorrow the Sun. Saturday’s bill is wonderfully diverse, with an emphasis on regional talent.

Macon’s Madre Padre will appeal to those with a taste for heavy, tight rock with squealing, melodic guitar riffs and dancehall tempos—think Queens of the Stone Age meets Death From Above 1979.

It’s been a couple years since Charlotte’s Grown Up Avenger Stuff played Savannah (you may have seen them at the original No Control space in 2012), but the band’s going strong and is better than ever. Dierdre Kroener’s vocals can shake the floor and ease back and give you goosebumps, and the licks are tough with a dance-pop edge.

As for the home team, let’s hear it for prog-rockers Culture Vulture, the indie shoegaze of Whaleboat, the electro-alt grooves of Brandy & Ryan Koch’s electricparK., the garage-blues of Beneath Trees, the electronic concoctions of Daniel Lynch’s Sunglow, and A.m. Rodriguez’s refreshing take on alt-country (Rodriguez made the Philly exodus with Creepoid this summer, so make sure to give him a warm Hostess City welcome if you haven’t already).

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➜➜Toxic Shock, Jealousy Mountain Du0, Don Vito, Mannequin Pussy @Hang Fire Once upon a time, Greta Odrezin told buddy and co-worker Josh Sterno (Crazy Bag Lady) that she’d always wanted to start an all-girl or female-fronted band called Toxic Shock. Sterno was interested, but it took a good year for him to convince Odrezin, who had never been in a band.

When Sterno found out Philadelphia’s Mannequin Pussy was looking to play Savannah, he set up a show at Hang Fire and added Toxic Shock to the bill. They’d never had a rehearsal.

“We got an opening gig before we started writing songs, so it was a do-or-die,” says Toxic Shock drummer Daniel Lynch (Crazy Bag Lady, Sunglow).

They’re fitting in a couple more practices before Tuesday’s gig, but Odrezin, Sterno, and Lynch aren’t worried.

The first practice, Odrezin says, “felt pretty natural for me, who’s never done anything like that in my life. I mean, I guess I did karaoke one time,” she laughs.

They wrote four songs in 45 minutes, with Sterno on guitar, Lynch on drums, and Odrezin on the mic. They’re scorchers—ferocious, hardcore-leaning punk coming in 30-second and minute-long clips. Odrezin, who grew up on old-school punk rock, is a natural, ripping through Sterno’s chords and Lynch’s furious rhythms.

She’s not the only one trying something new for this show; Savannah’s never seen their favorite frontman wield a guitar. Sterno learned by watching Crazy Bag Lady bandmates, the brothers Lynch. “I’d see [Daniel] and Derek play chords and be like, ‘I think I can do that,’” he says.

Though you might see some of Sterno’s signature stage antics (granting he can still hit the notes), Odrezin is the main focus.

“We’re the backing band,” Lynch explains.

“We’re like The Roots,” Sterno suggests with a grin.

“She’s Jimmy Fallon!” adds Lynch.

And if you’re gonna be on stage for the first time, who better to do it with than old friends?

“They’re so supportive,” Odrezin says. “I’m asking questions like, ‘how do I hold a microphone?’ But it wasn’t like I felt stupid or uncomfortable.”

“I am so ready to do this,” she says excitedly. “If everybody loves it or everybody hates it, I know I’m gonna have a good time with two dudes that I’m so glad to be doing this with.”

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Alynda Lee Segarra charmed the pants off her Savannah Stopover 2014 audience in March, and she’s coming she’s back for more.

A Bronx native of Puerto Rican descent, Segarra started traveling the country at the age of 17, hitching and drifting until she wound up in New Orleans. It was there that she began playing music with fellow travelers, singing, playing washboard, and testing out a gifted banjo.

Since she found her voice, Segarra has written neo-roots songs for America’s downtrodden and marginalized. They’re gorgeous Americana songs rooted in the South, unapologetically honest about violence and community struggles, feminism, queer visibility, and the stories of the people Segarra has encountered in her travels and adopted hometown of New Orleans.

She’s been on the music world’s radar since 2012, but this year’s Small Town Heroes has catapulted Hurray For The Riff Raff into the ears and hearts of countless people worldwide.

Rightfully so. It’s one of the best releases of 2014, both tender and gritty, comforting and confrontational. You can have a good long cry to these songs, or you can listen to them while walking along a deserted River Street in the early morning, watch the freights come in.

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Praying for ATL with the Loss Cat

R. Land keeps it real ‘all the way through’ at his show at The Butcher

By Lauren Flotte artrisesavannah.org

OCT 22-28, 2014

IF THE NAME R. LAND doesn’t sound familiar, perhaps the Atlanta-based artist’s “Loss Cat” poster might ring a bell.

Speckles the “Loss Cat” is pictured above a painfully funny handwritten description on a flyer that appears to have been photocopied one too many times.

The image populated not just the overpasses of Atlanta, but New York, Seattle, and beyond. Clothing store, Forever 21 even put the flyer on T-shirts.

One might think Speckles was born from the Internet age of cat memes and viral content, but no. The piece was established in 2001.

“How it took off, when it did, it’s pretty incredible. It went viral before going viral was a thing,” said Jenny Hawkes, the curator at The Butcher Gallery, where “Landmarks”, a collection of Land’s work is currently on display.

Land has been doing for 30 years what memes have only recently begun doing— instigating a conversation with a mass audience.

“Some of what I do is based on a dialogue and on communicating with the public at large,” Land said.

He began the conversation in the ‘80s by pasting up images around Atlanta and selling merchandise with his characters at local stores.

The visual world of R. Land is full of bright colors and his signature scrawling drawing style, something akin to calligraphic doodles. His ever-present humor—a quirky mix of a goofy, childish sensibility and a dark, subversive edge—fluctuates between whimsy and sharp social commentary, with splashes of his southern roots throughout.

In the early years “Little Bunny Foo Foo” was his lifeblood. Land remembers the impression the character made.

“People would be like, ‘Man, you are so sick and twisted. That’s so weird. I love it.’

And now there are so many things that are way crazier. But, back then, especially in this region, it was a nutso-looking thing.”

“Little Bunny Foo Foo” preceded the early 38 90’s cultural zeitgeist that produced a genre

Atlanta-based artist R. Land has been conversing with mass audiences long before ‘memes’ were a thing. Photos courtesy of R. Land of animation geared more towards adults than kids. The Simpsons, Ren and Stimpy (which some of Land’s characters were mistaken for after the show’s premiere), and Beavis and Butt-head irreverently paved the way for the Adult Swim network, which Land has worked with many times over the years.

Cultivating offbeat cartoons isn’t where Land’s legacy ends. Looking at the collection of work on display, it’s clear he never sat in one place for too long.

“I’m always experimenting. It’s good and healthy and keeps everything fresh,” Land said.

Mixed in with his ‘viral’ works —including the iconic “Pray for ATL” logo— are graphic posters, many promoting events in Atlanta as Land is a passionate advocate for the local scene and small businesses. There are numerous paintings, ranging from large abstractions to pieces featuring his distinctive style of characters.

Other highlights include a car hood and a basketball hoop cloaked in Land’s drawings.

The show is a celebration of the concepts that sustained and advanced Land’s career. It provides a moment for the artist to appreciate the icons he brought to life.

“I sometimes think of some of that stuff as being so commonplace because I’ve made thousands of pieces of ‘Loss Cat’ and ‘Pray for ATL’ and the ‘Scuba Divers’, but it still

continues to live and actually lives larger than ever. I can’t believe that they keep on giving,” Land said.

The Butcher will host a closing reception for “Landmarks” on Thursday, October 30 from 7-10pm. Land will be in town for the event and said that he would even bring more pieces with him.

Inspiration for the closing came “from some of the promotional work that he’s done for Aqua Teen Hunger Force,” Hawkes said. Angel’s BBQ will provide meatwads and frylocks, while Hawkes will whip up milk shakes. “Those are the big characters of the show and we figured since they are food, we would serve them for people to eat.”

This almost creepy twist in the menu is perfectly part of the fantastic world Land has built.

“When I back off of it, I’m like, ‘Man, this is hilarious stuff.’ If it wasn’t for the dialogue and the fact that I can make a living doing it, I would look at it through different eyes and say, ‘What am I doing?’”

Even with his success, Land is rooted firmly in the city he loves and in his downto-earth lifestyle. Just as in the beginning of his career, Land is still the one out at 3 a.m. pasting up “Pray for ATL” images.

“I’ve kept it real all the way through,” he said. cs

R. Land’s “Landmarks” When: 7-10 p.m, Thurs. Oct. 30; show runs through Nov. 30 Where: The Butcher Gallery, 19 E. Bay St. Info: whatisthebutcher.com

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Openings & Receptions

Gary Miller Exhibition —

Exhibit celebrates life and work of Gary Miller.

Through Oct. 26, 5 p.m.

Oglethorpe Gallery, 406 E. Oglethorpe Ave.

Ching Ma — This exhibit is in conjunction with opening of Savannah State’s Confucius Institute and features paintings by Ching Ma. Savannah State University, 3219 College St.

Land Marks by R. Land —

Through Nov. 8, 7 p.m. whatisthebutcher.com/.

The Butcher Tattoo Studio, 19 East Bay St.

Comicazi — Fri., Oct. 24, 7:30 p.m. Gallery

Le Snoot, 11 W. Duffy Street.

Fervor — Featuring works by Jake Eichorn, Hayden John, Megan Pelto, Chris Shelton, and Greg Wilson. Reception Nov. 7 6-9 p.m. Whit’s End, 106 E. 37th st.

October Art Show — RichardJonathan Nelson works in textiles, hand-weaving, dyeing, digital design, sound and painting. His work focuses on issues of identity, belonging, and communication in modern day relationships and how they define the viewer’s sense of self. Through Oct. 31. Jewish Educational Alliance, 5111 Abercorn St.

Hair and Fashion Show in the Garden — In

celebration of their new national campaign, Bar Bystander, the Rape Crisis Center of Savannah is hosting this fashion show with Lara Wolf designs and Color Geek Salon hairstyles. $20 Sun., Oct. 26, 3:30 p.m.

Savannah Botanical Gardens, 1388 Eisenhower Drive.

Raku Pizza Night — This event marks the

sixth year of Armstrong faculty and students’ biannual tradition of sharing with the community the exciting craft of kiln firing. Wed., Oct. 22. Armstrong State University, 11935 Abercorn St.

Rooms With A View: Muffins and Mimosas — Join

our six Savannah designers, John Deering, Paula Danyluk, Linn Gresham, Anne Hagerty, and Narissa West Brown/Gail Lawrence for muffins, mimosas, and inspiring advice about creating a look of relaxed elegance in your own home. Then follow the designers to their rooms for personal tours. $35 Sat., Oct. 25, 10 a.m. telfair.org/jepson/. Jepson Center for the Arts, 207 West York St. Rooms With a View: Southern Style — An exhibi-

tion of “rooms” created by six local interior designers, along with nationally acclaimed designers Jim and Phoebe Howard, transforming the Jepson Center into a show house. The exhibition is free of charge; related events are ticketed. Free and open to the public. Oct. 25-26. telfair.org. telfair.org/jepson/. Jepson Center for the Arts, 207 West York St.

Rooms With A View: Southern Style Preview Party — Preview the rooms and mingle with

friends while enjoying cocktails and cuisine by local restaurants including A.lure; Alligator Soul; Marché de Macarons; 45 Bistro; Garibaldi Cafe; Leoci’s Trattoria; The Olde Pink House; Vic’s on the River; 17hundred90 and Savannah Coffee Roasters. $85 Thu., Oct. 23, 6:30 p.m. telfair. org/jepson/. Jepson Center for the Arts, 207 West York St.

Continuing Exhibits 6° of Separation — The Armstrong senior show explores the capstone work of six artists with one connection. Through Oct. 28. armstrong.edu/Liberal_Arts/art/art_gallery.

Fine Arts Gallery (Armstrong Atlantic State University), 11935 Abercorn St.

Ornaments and Keepsakes: Memories in Adornment, 1780-1885 — From now

through December, the Georgia Historical Society is offering an exhibit on 18th and 19th century jewelry. Features several ‘Comicazi’ event happens at Le Snoot on Friday evening pieces from the GHS collection including brooches, mourning pendants, and Armstrong’s Senior Art Majors’ Exhibitions — Armpocket watches dating from 1780-1885. strong State University’s graduating senior art majors showcase their college portfolios In the Georgia Historical Society Research Center located in Hodgson Hall and is open in these gallery exhibitions. Gallery hours to the public during regular hours. Georgia are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Free and open to the Historical Society, 501 Whitaker St. public. An artist’s reception and gallery talk for these exhibitions will take place on Friday, October 24th and November 14th.

Through Oct. 28. Fine Arts Gallery (Armstrong Atlantic State University), 11935 Abercorn St. Between Realism and Abstractionism — Three

artists using different styles, reflect their personal message about the human condition – the forlorn silence of the modern world, reality as seen by the mind’s eye and the introspective search for personal meaning. Giuliano Corsi, Michael Banks and Larry Beaver carry on the visual dialogue.

Beach Institute, 502 E. Harris St.

Call for Entries: Fiber Art Show — Anahata Healing Arts is currently accepting submissions for a fiber art show in November. Through Nov. 3. Anahata Healing Arts Center, 2424 Drayton St. The Divine Comedy: Heaven, Purgatory and Hell Revisted by Contemporary African Artists — This

exhibit explores the sequences of Dante’s poem through new works by 40 contemporary artists from 19 African countries.

SCAD Museum of Art, 601 Turner Blvd.

Port City: The Savannah Riverfront through Artists’ Eyes — Drawn from Telfair Museums’ col-

lection with key loans from the Library of Congress, the Georgia Historical Society and local collections, Port City tells the story of the Savannah riverfront as depicted by artists in prints, drawings, paintings, and photographs from the 1730s to the present. Jepson Center, 207 West York St. Romantic Spirits: Nineteenth-Century Paintings from the Johnson Collection — Exhibit examines the

Classes All Speeds Wheel Throwing — Instructed by Clair Buckner. Ages 17+. $150/$140 city residents. Tuesdays, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

City of Savannah Department of Cultural Affairs, 9 West Henry St. Ceramics Open Studio After Hours — Instructed

by Irene McCollum. Ages 17+. $150/$140 city residents. Mondays, 6-9 p.m. City of Savannah Department of Cultural Affairs, 9 West Henry St. Drawing Class — Ages: Adult Instructor:

Carl Fougerousse Fridays, September 19- October 24, 10-1 pm This six-week drawing class allows new and developed artists to capitalize on the works in the Telfair Museums’ collection to build skills.

An introduction to the fundamentals of drawing, cocentrating on the use of line, value, proportion, spatial relationships, and compositional planning. Students will use a variety of drawing tools to draw an array of real objects in the galleries and the studios, as well as drawing live models.

Telfair Members $175, Non-members $200 Fridays, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.. telfair.org/ jepson/. Jepson Center for the Arts, 207 West York St.

Fall Figure Drawing: Short Pose — 5 weeks $45 or $10 drop in fee Wednesdays, 6-8 p.m.

Studio School, 1319 Bull St. Fall Figure Drawing: Long Pose — 7 weeks for

$95 or $20 drop in fee Wednesdays, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Studio School, 1319 Bull St.

Introduction to Fused Glass Workshop — Instruct-

ed by Kristin Fulford. Ages 17+. $75/$70 city residents. Mondays, 6-9 p.m. City of Savannah Department of Cultural Affairs, 9 West Henry St.

Photoshop Basics — This class will show

you how to use the different tools, layers and filters of your photo editing software to improve your images. You’ll need a basic understanding of computers, digital imaging and photo editing. For homework assignments, you’ll need to be able to write files to a USB drive. $100 Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m.. 912-651-2005. Coastal Georgia Center, 305 Fahm Street.

romantic movement in the American South.

Through Feb. 15, 2015. Telfair Academy of All Speeds Wheel Throwing — Instructed by Arts and Sciences, 121 Barnard St. Clair Buckner. Ages 17+. $150/$140 city residents. Tuesdays, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Whitfield Lovell: Deep River — Lovell’s art pays City of Savannah Department of Cultural tribute to the lives of anonymous African Affairs, 9 West Henry St. Americans and explores passage, memory, and the search for freedom. Jepson Center Art Classes on Tybee — Tybee Arts Association for the Arts, 207 West York St. offers a variety of art classes every week: acrylics, oils, watercolors, stained glass, William Weyman and Jacqueline Carcagno — mosaics, jewelry-making and more. See Through Nov. 1. Daedalus Gallery, 414 website or Tybee Arts Facebook page for up Whitaker St. to date schedule of classes. tybeearts.org.

Tybee Arts Center, 7 Cedarwood Dr. Zlatko Mitev — Reception Oct. 24 6-8 p.m..

Through Oct. 30. Gallery Espresso, 234 Bull St.

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culture | festival feature

Talking about… The Russian Festival

Effingham event focuses on culture, language and piroshkis ethnic church.” ancient towns with onion domes and huge She explained how the Orthodox Church bells just outside the Russian capital. in America started with Russians in Alaska Its Russianness comes by faith more than THE FIRST TIME I and moved across the country, including to by birth. Its few Russians are outnumbered heard about the Russian Savannah in 1989. by parishioners like Norman, a convert who Festival in Rincon, I gave a (The Greek Orthodox Church in grew up in Boston’s Italian community. quizzical look.

Savannah, St. Paul’s on Anderson Street, “I’m still very much Italian,” she says. “I’m Russians? In Rincon? was formed in 1900. If you enjoyed their making an effort not to be waving my hands Then all my senses annual Greek Festival recently, you definitely around during this interview.” leapt back to when should try this.)

Her Orthodoxy led her to Russian art, I studied everything “In some ways, we were a military including her brilliant icons. They look simRussian in high school and college. The church,” Norman says. “We had many, many ple. But making them is anything but easy. food, the art, the music and… the infernal servicemen and their families.”

“No one makes up an icon,” Norman grammar.

The congregation moved from one rented says. “There are models that we use.”

Yes, that’s what I wanted to be at one Savannah location to another until, like a lot Iconographers depict Biblical figpoint in my life, an English teacher in Russia of people, they found land for a permanent ures. They use only certain types of or a Russian teacher in America. Thankfully, home out in Rincon in 2005. wood. Linen, plaster, egg yolk, vinegar no one spoke Russian at that first festival I The gorgeous little church they built there and hand-ground pigments are just a few of is a knock-out Russian-style structure that attended in 2010. I would have withered. the ingredients. evokes Moscow’s Golden Ring, the string of But the men and women of St. Mary “But you can go to a class where there Magdalene Church had are 20 students and everya kitchen full of sashliki one is painting exactly the (skewered meats from same icon from exactly the Georgia, the Russian one), same drawing and at the piroshki (stuffed breads), end of that class you’re borshch (beet soup), golgoing to have 20 different ubtsi (stuffed cabbage) and icons,” she says. many other savory and She has icons in churches sweet favorites. and private collections. Her The church’s artists had first iconography teacher tables full of their wares, became her first Russian including beautiful icons. cooking instructor.

And the church’s sing“Every time I would go ers sung the hauntingly to her home for an iconogbeautiful religious and folk raphy lesson, which was at melodies that carry the least once a week, she would Russian sound down into create these amazing meals,” your core. You might know Norman says. some of these as classiAnd this returns me to cal pieces (by Rimsky-Korthe inner Russian I never sokov) or pop crossovers shed. While I can do (“Midnight in Moscow”). without adjectival declenI was happy. But sions and heavy literature, the questions I can’t wait two years for remained. How did all of kolachki (jam cookthis come about in a corner ies), ponchiki (doughnuts) of the world far removed and povitica (nut rolls). from ice and snow? To Yes, it’s so good, it skips get the answers for you a year. The next one won’t this year, I turned to the be until 2016. cs church’s choir director, iconographer and spokesRussian Festival woman, Denise Norman.

Saturday, October 25, 10am-4pm “St. Mary Magdalene St. Mary Magdalene Church doesn’t minister only to Denise Norman painted this icon. She counts among her mentors the 1625 Fort Howard Road, Rincon Russians,” Norman says. “It late Ksenia Pekrovskaya, who moved to Boston and taught iconography has never been an across the U.S. after fleeing the Soviet Union.

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All right, Savannah, are y’all ready to fress?

Any Jewish grandma would happily explain that “to fress” means “to eat with great gusto” in Yiddish. That same bubbe will also tell that you don’t need to know a shlemiel from a shlemazel to enjoy the Shalom Y’all Jewish Food Festival, loxing up Forsyth Park this Sunday, Oct. 26.

This year over 10,000 noshers—some coming straight from church—are expected to descend on booths stretching from Gaston Street to the fountain for a variety of traditional Jewish and Israeli treats, from vats of matzah ball soup to sizzling potato latkes to garlicky hummus.

Speaking of tradition (any Fiddler on the Roof fans out there?), what began in 1988 as a tiny fundraiser for Congregation Mickve Israel has evolved into one of the city’s most beloved culinary events. Connect readers voted it their favorite food festival in 2013, and it’s regularly touted as a “don’t miss” on TripAdvisor.

It’s also a massive undertaking to feed 10,000 people, no matter how many machers are in the kitchen. (Macher = “person who gets things done,” usually while other people are sleeping.)

New congregant Risa Perl didn’t quite know what she committed to when agreed to take on the role of chair this year. She quickly found out it’s a full-time job, one she has spent every day working on since March —along with studying for her adult bat mitzvah, the Jewish rite of passage.

“Fortunately, I’ve had the help of about 300 volunteers, who have not only helped make this festival happen but have also made me feel like I’ve been part of this community for years,” says Perl, who moved from Port St. Lucie, FL to help her son adjust to life at SCAD. She celebrated her bat mitzvah last month, and it turns out she’s a real balabusta (kind of like a macher to the 100th power): “I’ve actually signed on to chair the festival for the next four years.”

Perl and her crew have baked and braised and stuffed and rolled to make sure you won’t leave hungry, but this gathering isn’t just about the food. Here’s five more fabulous things you’ll find at Shalom Y’all besides the fressing:

It wouldn’t be the Shalom Y’all Jewish Food Festival without many vats of delicious and medicinal matzah ball soup. Photo by Becky Smith/Photos By Becky

5. Beer

Habersham Beverages owner Bubba Rosenthal has arranged for many kegs of He’Brew Beer, crafted by Shmaltz Brewing Company in Clifton Park New York.

“We’ll be right across from the kosher hot dogs—what goes together better than a hot dog and beer?” asks Rosenthal.

Be sure to toss back that to-go cup of He’Brew with the traditional Jewish toast to life—L’chaim! (Pronounced “Le-HIGHim,” with a little throaty growl the second syllable.)

3. Entertainment

From the first blow of the shofar (ram’s horn) that designates the commencement of the festivities, the stage around the Forsyth fountain will resonate with delightful music: Danielle Hicks and the Eight Ohm Resistance ought to wake up everyone’s appetites with a honeyed mix of blues, rock and reggae, which may inspire a spontaneous round of the hora.

They’ll be followed by the mellower 4. Bling sounds of the Savannah Philharmonic Trio The Sisterhood Baubles booth collects (the bubbes always say that classical music is costume jewelry and donated earrings, neck- good for digestion.) laces and other adornments all year long to Should you feel the need to work off raise funds for the synagogue and its varisome of that extra chopped liver later in the ous charitable activities. Treasures abound, afternoon, the Maxine Patterson School from tasteful pearl-drop pendants to stars of of Dance will lead a session of Israeli folk David the size of a hubcap. dancing.

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The Shalom Y’all Food Festival is an opportunity to support and learn about the third oldest Jewish congregation in America, established July 11, 1733—just five months after General Oglethorpe staked out the city of Savannah. (Take that, you Northerners who think the only Jewish people in the South live in Boca.)

Housed in the Gothic architectural gem on Monterey Square, Congregation Mickve Israel remains a tourist favorite (TripAdvisor users rank it No. 6 out of 122 attractions offered in the city) as well as a vibrant part of the Savannah community. Its members support dozens of interfaith and social justice activities each year, including Congregations in Service and Backpack Buddies, which provides food to local schoolchildren over the weekend.

Should you have any questions regarding Judaism, theology and/or Star Trek, to stop by the new “Ask the Rabbi” booth, manned

by Mickve Israel’s Rabbi Robert Hass.

“This booth wasn’t my idea at all,” admits Rabbi Hass when asked why he chose to offer his sagacious services at the festival.

“The decision was made when I offered to cook.”

Then there’s those sweet cheese-filled blintzes, or maybe you go in for noodle kugel, baked just right to get that crown layer of crunch.

Various sweets—including the rugelach ubiquitous in every bubbe’s cookie jar—are ready for your carbo-loading pleasure, along with 750 loaves of challah.

Buy food tickets at either end of the festival; each ticket is $1 and most items range from $3-$9. Everything is available to go, maybe for the sick friend who could use the medicinal benefits of matzah ball soup.

Speaking of soup, here’s the difference between a shlemiel and shlmazel: Both are real shmos, but the shlemiel is the guy who spills the soup and the shlemazel is the one who gets spilled upon.

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culture | theatre

Grim fairy tales

Explore the dark side of the psyche with The Pillowman

By Jessica Leigh Lebos jll@connectsavannah.com

(L-R) Walter Pigford, Justine Scrutchins and Harris Cutcher get psycho in Martin McDonagh’s chilling play. Photo by Katherine Arntzen

“The oppression of the police state really sets the tone,” explains Carroll, an Armstrong senior whose last directorial foray was a much lighter production of The Foreigner last spring.

“Totalitarianism is terrifying because the police are in such control. It creates part of the mystery—are they lying? Has this all been orchestrated to pin on a writer just because they don’t like his work?”

As mentioned above, Karturian’s work involves some pretty sadistic stuff, and the stories are played out on stage along with scenes from his and Michal’s beyond-disturbing childhood. Walter Pigford (Godspell, Killer Joe) shoulders the role of the tortured writer, while Jon Nash plays his mentally disabled brother.

The good cop/bad cop dynamic also drives The Pillowman’s plot, and Carroll made bold casting choices for the roles: Freshman Harris Cutcher snagged the part of the aloof Tupolski (“He absolutely brought it at the audition”) and Justine Scrutchins portrays the tightly-wound Ariel.

To Carroll’s knowledge, this is the first time that a woman has been cast as the Ariel

character.

“I thought it would be interesting. It adds a new and weird element to the production, and it totally works,” says Carroll, adding that the gender twist also saves space in Jenkins Hall’s 50-seat Black Box Theater.

“She and Harris also play the mother and father as well, which economizes things.”

Meagan Reneé Dyer rounds out the cast by playing different little girls in several of Karturian’s morbid stories.

It can’t be stressed enough that is not a show for the faint of heart—nor for those who do not appreciate a sick sense of humor.

McDonagh’s play is a comedy after all, and if dead baby jokes make you gag you probably ought to go find a nice hayride to attend.

“The hardest part is keeping up with the comedy in such dark subject matter,” admits Carroll. “It’s all about the timing.”

The Pillowman’s sardonic wit is wellrecognized and highly-regarded: It debuted in London to rave reviews with a 2003 production starring Dr. Who’s David Tennant as Karturian and Jim Broadbent as Tupolski, winning the Laurence Olivier Award for Best New Play. In 2005, the New

York version featuring Billy Crudup and Jeff Goldblum in the same roles snagged a Tony for Best New Play.

While the combat action of The Pillowman is graphic and brutal, it packs its most powerful punches in its psychological thrills: How far can the horror go? How responsible is an artist to his audience? Just how far out to the edge are we willing to go for a good yarn?

“This play, it’s not disturbing just for the sake of being disturbing, it’s about the storytelling,” muses the director.

But just because the frights are mental doesn’t mean they won’t deliver the shivers.

“Oh, there are going to be some screams,” promises Carroll with a hint of an evil chortle.

“There’s going to be a lot of sick laughter, too.” cs The Pillowman presented by Armstrong Masquers When: 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 28-Sunday, Nov. 1 Where: Armstrong’s Jenkins Hall Black Box Theater, Arts Drive Tickets: $12; free with Pirate card 45 Info: armstrong.edu

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If you find American Horror Story way too tame and haunted hayrides put you to sleep, The Pillowman might be your kind of Halloween week entertainment.

Full of references to dismembered body parts, sick torture and ghastly riddles, Martin McDonagh’s Tony award-winning black comedy is as creepy as it gets.

The tight script dances deep into taboo territories, mining appalling topics to the absolute edge of absurdity. Child abuse and crucifixion aren’t exempt from the play’s wry lens, and one reviewer remarked that it “makes Kafka seem like Neil Simon on happy pills.”

If that description has you gleefully rubbing your palms together with delight, you won’t want to miss the macabre fun when the Armstrong Masquers present The Pillowman at the Jenkins Hall Black Box Theatre Oct. 28-Nov. 1.

“Be prepared for an unsettling experience,” warns director James Carroll, an ominous bwahahaha lurking in the corners of his conversation with Connect last week.

“This is one intense ride.”

The Pillowman centers around Karturian, a writer with a penchant for churning out gruesome fairy tales that are decidedly not for children. (The title refers to one of his characters, a plushy ghoul that convinces kids to commit suicide rather than suffer the misery of grown-up life.)

He and his half-wit brother, Michal, live under a nameless totalitarian dictatorship where dissent is punished brutally and swiftly. When the brothers are detained by a pair of Dostoevskian cops, Karturian assumes it’s for his veiled political criticism.

Instead they’re both under suspicion for the murders of several neighborhood youth, each killed in a manner prescribed in Karturian’s scary stories.

What happens next is what might happen if an episode of CSI met Crime and Punishment in a dark alley behind Gregor Samsa’s garage.

Film | on tour

One man’s trash The Psychotronic Film Society of Savannah celebrates a decade of VHS treasures from The Found Footage Festival

by Anna chandler

OCT 22-28, 2014

anna@connectsavannah.com

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Found Footage Festival cocreator Nick Prueher may be celebrating 10 years of success, but don’t expect him to get too sentimental looking back at the last decade.

He gets his fill of nostalgia from weirdo ‘80s exercise videos and home shopping network host banter.

“Even though we deal in nostalgic videos, we’re not at all nostalgic about what we’re doing,” he says.

What began as a “goofy hobby we used to do in our parents’ living rooms” has taken Prueher (Letterman, Colbert) and collaborator Joe Pickett (The Onion) around the world, showing off the best of the worst VHS tapes they’ve scavenged.

From tutorials to bloopers to the world’s most outlandishly bad music videos, Prueher and Pickett have developed a keen eye for finding the peeks into the past that will have audiences in stitches and wonderment.

Each year, Prueher and Pickett tour a new show, hitting thrift shops around the country while they’re on the road. When they get home, they comb through material and use the strongest to create the next year’s show.

Despite YouTube’s emergence, and having inspired other artful takes on found footage presentation, the crowds keep turning out

for Found Footage Festival.

“We didn’t know how we’d be affected when YouTube came out,” Prueher says.

“Before, we had to explain to people: ‘this is why you want to see exercise videos that are pretty bad.’ Now there’s a shorthand. People have gotten those videos in their inbox before, but the draw to coming to our show is that it’s something you can’t see online.

That’s the proper context.”

Plus, seeing this stuff live is just plain fun. “Whether people realize it or not, they yearn for that social experience of watching it in a theater,” says Prueher. “Everything’s funnier, everything’s more exciting, more memorable. You can get a funny video in your inbox, but it’s fleeting. It’s deleted, but never revisited.”

Instead of getting sucked into the YouTube click trap, meandering through countless videos with questionable content, Found Footage Festival does all the work for the crowd.

“People appreciate the role of a curator, someone whose taste you can trust and sort through the garbage for you,” says Prueher.

In the anniversary spirit, Prueher and Pickett dug through old favorites and found even more footage to share.

Learning more about “John and Johnny,” a Found Footage favorite from their first touring show, became its own adventure.

“It’s two home shopping hosts from 1987,” Prueher explains. “And I guess their M.O. was to be as hyperactive and obnoxious as possible so nobody could change the channel. They’re acting like complete dopes, and it’s really entertaining.”

Prueher and Pickett went back to the original tapes, and, from there, did a little research and found people who used to work at the home shopping network itself.

Through their new connections, they were able to unearth more “John and Johnny” footage.

“It’s like opening the arc of the covenant,” gushes Prueher. “All these years later, finding there’s more ‘John and Johnny!’”

But that wasn’t the end of it. Prueher and Pickett took it upon themselves to track down the real John and Johnny and bring them together again. They flew the duo into Tampa and documented the reunion, which will be shown alongside old footage during the anniversary tour.

“For us, it meant a lot,” Prueher says. He admits it was a little awkward and weird.

“I think we wanted it to happen way more than they did!”

The tour features new discoveries, as well.

Prueher is most excited about a bizarre find from 1997, How to Have Cybersex on the Internet.

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Whether people realize it or not, they yearn for that social experience of watching it in a theater...Everything’s funnier, everything’s more exciting, more memorable. You can get a funny video in your inbox, but it’s fleeting. It’s deleted, but never revisited. explains. “Now the last hold outs—like nursing homes and day cares—are finally getting rid of them, too. All the VHS tapes that are out there to be discovered are out there now.”

“We end up with a couple hundred tapes when we go on a weeklong tour,” he says.

“Cross your fingers that there’s enough good stuff for next year’s show. We’re still finding stuff, but it is a nonrenewable resource at some point.”

Tape content can reveal a lot about a region’s population, as well. New York and L.A. thrift shops are full of public access TV and locally produced shows—“a lot of people who want attention there,” cracks Prueher.

They find corporate videos, sexual harassment and safety videos in the Midwest; Prueher notes that there are many corporate headquarters based in Minneapolis, and those types of videos tend to originate from there.

Here in the South, it’s religious videos and hand-labeled home movies.

Children’s and exercise videos know no bounds; they’re the most common find in any area.

Hitting England, Scotland, Sweden and Norway recently allowed Prueher and Pickett to delve into new material.

“Cricket videos, cricket bloopers,” Prueher elaborates. “They have their embarrassing celebrity videos.”

Since they can’t be in every place at once, Prueher and Pickett encourage fans to bring their own finds to the show. Attendees arrive with whole boxes of tapes, and leave the viewing and sorting to the pros.

“I’m worried that they’re just going to end up in landfills,” says Prueher.

Let’s get all hands on deck to ensure we’re not losing any more John and Johnnys to the dump. How can a newbie Savannah hunter know when they’ve got something good?

“A C-list celebrity on the cover is always promising,” Prueher divulges. “Anything with Christian puppets, anything that involves some sort of rapping by people who shouldn’t be rapping…those are all promising signs.” CS The Psychotronic Film Society of Savannah presents: Found Footage Festival October 23, 9 p.m., Muse Arts Warehouse $10 advance via foundfootagefest.com, $12 day of show

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“Right out of the gate, it’s a little redundant,” Prueher points out. “It’s so weird. It’s trying to be instructional, but trying to be sexy. Because it doesn’t know what it wants to be, it ends up being neither very well.

You’ve got a scantily clad lady talking about modem problems,” he laughs.

With endless content they wade through, Prueher and Pickett are quite like voluntary Joels out of Mystery Science Theatre 3000, subjected to an endless stream of B-movies and pulling out the hidden treasures and comedic gems (makes sense—one of Prueher’s first jobs out of college was an internship with MST3K).

By now, they’re arguably the international leaders in VHS thrifting.

“Having done it for 10 years, we find a lot of the same videos now,” says Prueher.

“To find what we haven’t found before is getting harder, to find something that’s truly unique.”

As Blockbuster Videos have closed, DVD has overshadowed VHS, and online streaming has taken over DVD, it may seem that the VHS troves are dwindling. But Prueher reports that there are still decent pickings, as the remaining tape clutchers are finally letting their collections go.

“When we first started collecting, people were still hanging onto their footage,” he

Found Footage Festival co-founders Prueher and Pickett: the gatekeepers of VHS gold.

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(l-r) Shia LaBeouf, Brad Pitt, Logan Lerman, Michael Peña and Jon Bernthal star in Fury

Fury

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There are several moments in writerdirector David Ayer’s World War II drama Fury that prove to be so brutal, direct and uncompromising, they make Steven Spielberg’s Saving Private Ryan seem as mirthful as the Abbott and Costello romp Buck Privates by comparison. And if that sounds like so much hyperbole... OK, guilty, but the fact remains that what we have here is about as unsentimental a war movie as has ever barreled across the movie screen.

Set in 1945, toward the close of the global conflict, the film makes its one major concession to convention by shaping its story as the experience of a greenhorn soldier who finds himself coming of age in the presence of his more seasoned comrades. That would be Norman Ellison (The Perks of Being a Wallflower’s Logan Lerman), who’s only been in the army for a few months when he’s assigned to a tank unit led by a gruff sergeant known as Wardaddy (Brad Pitt).

“Every German we meet wearing a Nazi uniform, they’re gonna die.”

That’s actually one of Pitt’s lines in Inglourious Basterds, but if there’s one thing that his Aldo Raine from that film shares in common with Wardaddy, it’s an utter hatred for the enemy. What’s more, he expects equal animosity from his tank team, and while he receives it from the hardened members of his crew (Shia LaBeouf, Michael Pena and Jon Bernthal), it’s the soft rookie who worries him, since any hesitation in

battle on the kid’s part could result in G.I. deaths.

The claustrophobic tank setting brings to mind such notable submarine dramas as Das Boot and Run Silent, Run Deep, right down to the inhabitants’ frayed nerves and constant bickering. Ayer does a superlative job mining the tension between these grunts, and that’s especially brought to light in an excellent stretch set in a liberated German village, wherein Wardaddy and Ellison play house (so to speak) with a pair of villagers (Alicia von Rittberg and Anamaria Marinca) until the other, more boorish members of their outfit puncture the fantasy.

Subscribing to the “War Is Hell” theory, Fury (incidentally, the name given to the tank) depicts the brutality and the insanity of armed combat in punishing, visceral fashion. Ayer doubtless intended for the sweet, sensitive Ellison to serve as the audience surrogate and de facto tour guide through this landscape—a logical approach, even if the character’s presence sometimes feels too facile. In every other regard, though, Fury stares deep into the mouth of madness and steadfastly refuses to flinch.

ST. VINCENT

OOO It’s been attributed to everyone from Oscar Wilde and Edmund Kean to Groucho Marx and Edmund Gwenn, yet it

actually feels like the adage “Dying is easy.

Comedy is hard.” has been around ever since the first Greek philosopher-comic slipped on a banana peel. 2014 has given rise to a number of terrific turns that were doubtless conceived through blood, sweat and cheers, with Ralph Fiennes’ exquisite work in The Grand Budapest Hotel heading the pack.

Now joining Fiennes, Dom Hemingway’s Jude Law, The Other Woman’s Leslie Mann and Obvious Child’s Jenny Slate is Bill Murray, who once again knocks it out of the park with a terrific performance in St. Vincent.

Murray stars as Vincent, a misanthropic curmudgeon whose current lot in life can be summed up by that Clint Eastwood chestnut from Gran Torino, “Get off my lawn!”

Vincent has little use for other people, with his only frequent visitor being Daka (Naomi Watts), a pregnant Russian stripper he employs as a “woman of the night.”

That changes, though, once the recently divorced Maggie (Melissa McCarthy) moves in next door. Initially, Vincent couldn’t care less about Maggie or her young son Oliver ( Jaeden Lieberher), but he changes his tune -- slightly -- once he realizes that Maggie will pay him to look after her boy each weekday after school.

The old man and the young kid -- it’s a hoary contrivance that’s fueled many a movie, even such hits as Up and the aforementioned Gran Torino. It even popped up earlier this year in And So It Goes, in which

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Michael Douglas plays a grouchy guy who finally thaws under the gaze of the granddaughter he never knew he had.

But while Douglas’ character never felt particularly heartless, that’s certainly not the case here. Murray’s Vincent is often odious, and when we finally think he’s softening up, he turns around and becomes even more insufferable. It’s a bravura turn, one which gives this picture an extra kick.

That’s not to suggest St. Vincent doesn’t finally bow down to some sentimental inclinations toward the end, though never as heavily as one might expect. And with McCarthy, Watts and Chris O’Dowd (as the cheerful Brother Geraghty) providing solid support, Lieberher proving to be a real find, and Murray delivering his best performance since 2003’s Lost in Translation, there’s enough excellence on tap to occasionally turn this picture into a blessed event.

THE JUDGE

OO Robert Downey Jr. and Robert Duvall are both excellent actors, and their roles in The Judge certainly fit them like tailored suits. But playing to their strengths actually proves to be a weakness, since it results in performances offering little that’s fresh or surprising.

Downey’s Hank Palmer is clearly so much smarter, funnier, cockier and handsomer than everyone around him that the character’s name might as well be Tony Stark or Sherlock Holmes.

And while Duvall’s Joseph Palmer offers the actor a few moments to try something new, the part is overall not far removed from the crusty codgers the veteran has been relegated to playing over the past decade.

Still, the roster of fine actors -- beyond the two Bobs, you also get Vera Farmiga, Vincent D’Onofrio and Billy Bob Thornton -- makes this easy to watch, if not always easy to enjoy.

Hank Palmer is a slick big-city lawyer who returns to his small-town burg for his mother’s funeral. But when Joseph is accused of deliberately killing someone by running them over with his car, Hank reluctantly decides to defend his dad in court.

This is the sort of movie where Hank has a dimwitted younger brother ( Jeremy Strong) who’s afforded all the complexities of an accordion-playing monkey, on hand solely to allow audience members to chuckle at his oh-isn’t-he-cute funnies that, of course, weren’t spoken to be funny.

This is also the sort of movie where a character meets his fate in a scene that’s meant to be moving and cathartic but is instead so baldly telegraphed that it’s only

Is that a misanthropic, bawdy, hedonistic, war veteran who lives next door? Must be Bill Murray starring in St. Vincent hackneyed and wince-inducing. If there are any narrative roads less traveled, Dobkin makes sure to skip every last one of them with this thuddingly obvious picture.

Perhaps the film’s biggest flaw, though, is its muddy view of the law. Hank and Joseph Palmer are not good people, and, worse, they’re not interesting people, meaning it’s hard to root for them while they twist justice as if it were a licorice stick.

The film’s antagonist is a savvy prosecutor named Dwight Dickham, and, thanks to Thornton’s performance in the role, he’s the one who commands our attention with his cagey courtroom maneuvers and his genuine love for the law. Where’s his movie?

DRACULA UNTOLD

OP A dirt-dry dud that never feels like a horror flick as much as it registers as a superhero saga on the order of Superman or X-Men: First Class.

As the film starts, we learn that Vlad Tepes (Luke Evans) wants to impale no more. Tired of hoisting all those bodies onto really pointy sticks, he figures it was probably just a youthful indiscretion and has moved on by marrying the beautiful Mirena (Sarah Gadon), siring a boy named Ingeras (Art Parkinson, late of Game of Thrones), and ruling his people with a benevolent hand.

But the Turkish ruler Mehmed (Dominic Cooper), whose facial stylings and coiffed hair mark him less as a conqueror and more as a fashion designer borrowed from America’s Next Top Model, plans to overrun Vlad’s peaceful kingdom, so The Despot Formerly Known As The Impaler comes up with a desperate plan.

He will journey to the cave of the Master Vampire and beg to be given the superhuman strength of a bloodsucking creature of

the night. The VIP vamp (Charles Dance, stealing the show) strikes a bargain in exchange for granting the powers: If Vlad can go three days without drinking blood, he will become wholly human again, but if he yields to temptation, then he’s doomed to live in the darkness forever.

From this point forward, the picture becomes one long CGI demo reel, with spastic special effects dominating the proceedings. Fans of vampire flicks will find little of merit here, and even devotees of the 300 style of shooting (present throughout) might be disappointed in this PG-13 film’s bloodless bloodletting.

ALEXANDER AND THE TERRIBLE, HORRIBLE, NO GOOD, VERY BAD DAY

OOO Only the first portion of this 80-minute movie focuses on the woes of young Alexander Cooper (Ed Oxenbould); the rest of the time, the calamities fall on the heads of Alexander’s family members.

Dad Ben (Steve Carell) has been unemployed for several months and is finally starting to crack under his veneer of endless optimism. Mom Kelly ( Jennifer Garner) is up for a promotion at her publishing job, but a typo in a children’s book that’s just about to launch signals a p.r. disaster for all concerned (more so when Dick Van Dyke, playing himself, shows up to read the nowoffensive book to a room full of young ‘uns).

Older brother Anthony (Dylan Minette) is dating the hottest girl (Bella Thorne) in school, but it turns out the newly formed pimple on his forehead the day of the prom will be the least of his problems.

Older sister Emily (Kerris Dorsey) just landed the title role in her school’s production of Peter Pan, but it’s hard to perform with a severe head cold. As for baby Trevor ... well, there’s a reason green marker pens

aren’t designed with toddlers in mind.

Many fans of the book will doubtless balk at the ample additions to the original template that’s been delighting kids for over 40 years, but adding the family to the mix prevents the story from getting tedious, as might have been the case had Lieber elected to fill out his script with simply more variations on Alexander falling down, getting gum stuck in his hair, etc.

To be sure, this is a slender movie, and with its short length, no-frills production values and lack of storytelling urgency on the part of director Miguel Arteta, filmgoers used to heavily hyped and massively budgeted extravaganzas might feel a sense of “Is that all?” at picture’s close.

But for those seeking a pleasant PG outing in a sea of pushy PG-13 efforts geared toward hyperactive kids, this one fills the bill with its unassuming nature.

GONE GIRL

OOO The latest must-see movie event from perpetual Hollywood wunderkind David Fincher, Gone Girl is 120 minutes of pure perfection. Unfortunately, the movie runs 145 minutes.

Until it jumps the tracks as it approaches that final bend, this adaptation of Gillian Flynn’s mammoth bestseller -- scripted by no less than the author herself -- is as riveting as anything I’ve seen in theaters these past nine months.

Amy Dunne (Rosamund Pike), a popular children’s book author and the wife of Nick Dunne (Ben Affleck), has vanished.

As Ben tells the investigators, Detective Rhonda Boney (Kim Dickens) and Officer Jim Gilpin (Patrick Fugit), he came home to find signs of a struggle in the living room.

The police one-up him by finding lots of blood -- Amy’s blood -- mopped up from the kitchen floor. Nick and Amy’s parents (David Clennon and Lisa Banes) spearhead the search while the police gather more evidence, but something about Nick’s behavior puts everyone ill at ease: He’s not showing as much grief as everyone would like.

The structure of Gone Girl is unique in that it not only relates the investigation surrounding Amy’s disappearance and possible murder, it also employs (via Amy’s voiceover) liberal use of the diary that Amy had been keeping right up until she vanished, ending with the citation that “This man of mine may truly kill me.”

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Activism & Politics

Muffins with Mary Ellen

Alderman Mary Ellen Sprague's weekly conversation with District 4 constituents.

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/. coffee deli, 4517 Habersham St.

Public invited to apply to boards, commissions & authorities

The Mayor and Aldermen of the City of Savannah will be accepting applications beginning Sunday, September 28, 2014 through Friday, October 24, 2014 for appointment(s) and reappointment(s) to several Boards, Commissions and Authorities. Applications and list of openings can be found on the City’s website at www. savannahga.gov/boards. No applications will be accepted after noon on October 24.

For further information, contact the Office of the Clerk of Council at (912) 651-6441 or clerkofcouncil@savannahga.gov. Through Oct. 24. savannahga.gov/boards.

Saturdays with Alderwoman Shabazz

Residents in Savannah’s 5th District are invited to meet with their Alderwoman every 4th Saturday of the month. Residents may come with specific issues and concerns, or just to meet their representative on Savannah City Council. District 5 runs roughly west of Bull Street and north of 36th Street, and also includes newly developing areas of the City in the southwest quadrant of Chatham County. Free and open to the public. fourth Saturday of every month, 2-4 p.m. 912-651-6410. Shabazz Seafood Restaurant, 502 W. Victory Dr. Savannah Area Young Republicans

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

Savannah Libertarians

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

Savannah Tea Party

5pm social time. 5:30pm meeting begins.

6pm speaker. Reservations not necessary. Free to attend. Food and beverages available for purchase. Mondays, 5:30 p.m.. 912-598-7358. savannahteaparty. com. liveoakstore.com/tubbysthunderbolt.

Tubby's Tank House (Thunderbolt), 2909 River Dr.

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Veterans for Peace

The Savannah chapter of a national organization of men and women vets of all branches of service, eras and duty stations, working to expose the costs of war and to support veterans and civilian war victims.

Call for meeting location. Last Monday of every month, 7:30 p.m. 303-550-1158.

Young Democrats

Mondays at 7pm on the second level of 50 Foxy Loxy, Bull Street. Call or visit the

50 compiled by Rachael Flora | happenings@connectsavannah.com Happenings is Connect Savannah’s listing of community gatherings, events, classes and groups. If you want an event listed, email happenings@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.

Young Democrats Facebook page for more information. Free ongoing. 423-619-7712. foxyloxycafe.com/. Foxy Loxy Cafe, 1919 Bull St. Auditions and Calls for Entries

African-Hip Hop Dance Studio

Now accepting applications for students, choreographers/dance instructors. Also have an open call audition for Studio AfriHop Team. Sat., Oct. 25, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

Lake Mayer, 1850 E. Montgomery Crossroads.

American Traditions Competition

Singers interested in competing in the American Traditions Competition should apply by October 27 at 5 p.m. Must be 21 and over. Mon., Oct. 27, 5 p.m. americantraditionscompetition.com.

Call for Artist Submissions for Slideluck Savannah

Slideluck Savannah, the local chapter of a national arts nonprofit, is looking for artists for its November 13 show. Deadline for submissions is October 24. Through Oct. 24. submissions@slideluck.com. slideluck. com/submissions. alpost135.com/. American Legion, Post 135, 1108 Bull St. Call for Artists

The Sentient Bean seeks experienced artists for one-month-long exhibitions of his/ her work. Artists must have a website with current images representing a sample of the work to be shown in order to be considered. Apply to sentientbooking@gmail. com, subject line “art show." See website for info. Fridays.. sentientbean.com/ booking#visualarts. sentientbean.com. The Sentient Bean, 13 East Park Ave. Call for Comments on CORE MPO's Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan Draft

Coastal Regional Metropolitan Planning Organization (CORE MPO) will accept comments on their draft of a bicycle and pedestrian plan until October 27. The plan will be discussed at a public hearing on October 29 at 10 a.m. Mon., Oct. 27.

City of Savannah TV Show Seeks Entries

The City of Savannah's TV station, SGTV, seeks 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. No compensation. SGTV offers an opportunity to expose local works to over 55,000 households in Chatham County. Submit proposals via website. Saturdays.. savannahga.gov/engagesgtv.

Fresh Exhibitions

All mediums and styles, solo or group.

Four proposals will be selected to receive an exhibition fellowship show during the first two weeks of January, February, March, or April. Submit your proposal online at freshexhibitions.org/fellowship $40 for non-members, $5 for Art Rise members Through Nov. 15. artrisesavannah.org.

Art Rise Savannah, 2427 Desoto Ave. Gallery 209 Call for Artists

Gallery 209, 209 East River Street, seeks a 3D artist to join its cooperative gallery.

Interested artists call 236-4583 between

10:30am--1:30 pm, or emailbmrousseau@ aol.com. Sundays.. gallery209savannah. com/. Gallery 209, 209 E River St. Gallery Seeks Local Artists

Kobo Gallery, 33 Barnard Street, 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.

Submit 5-10 images of work, resume/CV and bio to info@kobogallery.com. Mondays.

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.

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 part of the Youth Conservation Corp that helped to build Oatland Island Education Center in the 1970’s. Great memories from field trips. Special family memories of Oatland Island. Send your photos and stories to memories@oatland40th.org. Deadline is August 31. undefined. 912-395-1500. oatlandisland.org.

Weave-A-Dream Grant Applications Sought

Call for proposals for the 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. Grants are $2500 maximum.Priority for projects for youth, seniors, and those who have limited access to arts. Applicants must be a nonprofit, 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. See website for application. Mondays.. 912-651-6417. cnorthcutt@savannahga.gov. (savannahga. gov\arts.

Benefits

Benefit: Wines and Equines

Wine tasting, dessert and silent auction to benefit Horsin' Around equestrian program for people with disabilities. Demos of riders and meet-and-greet with the horses.

Location: 1032 John Carter Rd., Bloomingdale $25-$30 Sat., Oct. 25, 6:30-8:30 p.m.

912-667-6721. horsinaround.org.

Chatham County Animal Control Seeks Donations of Items

Chatham County Animal Control seeks items for pets in the facility. Canned and dry dog and cat food, baby formula, newspaper, paper towels, soaps, crates, leashes, collars, wash cloths, towels. Open daily, 1pm-5pm. Mondays.. 912-351-6750. animalcontrol.chathamcounty.org. Chatham County Animal Shelter, 7215 Sallie Mood Dr. Food Drive

A canned food drive benefiting local food pantries, runs through October. Drop off at any Ameris Bank. Through Oct. 31. amerisbank.com.

Forsyth Farmers Market Seeks Sponsors

Market sponsors invest in a healthy community and support the local economy.

Sponsorships begin at $350. Help keep food fresh and local. Tuesdays.. kristen@ forsythfarmersmarket.com. forsythfarmersmarket.com. forsythfarmersmarket. com/. Forsyth Farmers' Market, 501 Whitaker St., South End of Forysth Park.

Fright Night at the IMAX Theatre benefit for American Diabetes Assoc.

Hosts Kyle Nikola, Greg Lard, Falgun Patel, Jason Usry present a scary movie, with costumes. Wine tasting, appetizers. Over $10,000 in silent auction items. $20 Tue., Oct. 28, 5:30 p.m. 912-509-4922. SavannahMasterCalendar@gmail.com. royalcinemaspooler.com. Royal Cinemas & IMAX, 5 Towne Center Court. $5 Bikram Yoga Class to Benefit Local Charities

Bikram Yoga Savannah offers a weekly Karma class to raise money for local charities. Thursdays during the 6:30pm class. Pay $5 for class and proceeds are donated to a different charity each month.

This is a regular Bikram Yoga class. ongoing. 912.356.8280. bikramyogasavannah. com.

Mexican Consulate in Atlanta visits Savannah

The Mexican Consulate in Atlanta will be available to meet with Mexican citizens by appointment. Attendees should bring the necessary documents to secure their national ID card or passport (whether for an adult or dependent child). Free. By appointment. Tue., Oct. 28, 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m.

(912) 354-6611. Goodwill Job Connection Center, 7220 Sallie Mood Drive.

Professional Clothing Drive at Armstrong

Armstrong State University’s Office of Career Services is accepting donations for its Clothing Closet, a professional clothing drive seeking gently used professional attire—oxford shirts, men's and women’s suits, slacks, blouses, dress shoes. Clothing will be available to students seeking career guidance assistance. Drop off location: the alumni office in Burnett Hall on the Armstrong campus. Through Feb. 1, 2015. 912.344.2563. careers@armstrong. edu. about.armstrong.edu/Maps/index. html. Armstrong State University, 11935 Abercorn St. SCMPD Animal Control seeks Volunteers

Savannah Chatham County Animal Control seeks volunteers to serve various tasks as needed by the shelter. No prior animal shelter experience is necessary. Newly trained volunteers will be authorized to serve immediately after orientation.

Potential volunteers are asked to notify J. Lewis prior to orientation; though, walkins are welcome. Volunteers must be at least 17-years-old. ongoing. (912) 5252151. jlewis01@savannahga.gov.

Taste of Halloween

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and celebrity chefs to benefit three local nonprofits. $30 includes two drink tickets Sat., Oct. 25, 6-9 p.m. https://eventbrite. com/e/savannah-halloween-masqueradeball-a-taste-of-halloween-must-be-21-orover-tickets-12951013831. Club One, 1 Jefferson St. Wag-o-ween

Trick or treat--for people and their dogs.

The ninth year of this night of treats for the pooch at over 100 businesses in downtown Savannah. Costumed dogs and humans encouraged. Costume contest. $5 donation for wristband and map Sat., Oct. 25, 12-5 p.m. 912-508-3336. caninepalacesavannah.com. Canine Palace Inc, 618 Abercorn St. Classes, Camps & Workshops

Argentine Tango Beyond Basics Group Class

A class for advanced beginners in Argentine Tango. Prerequisite: knowledge of Basic elements of Argentine Tango. No partner required. This is a 4 week course that will progress each week. $35 Wednesdays, 7-8 p.m.. 912.312.3549. salondebaile. dance@gmail.com. salondebailedancestudio.com. Salon de Baile Dance Studio, 7064 Hodgson Memorial Drive.

Using Your Home as a Tool for Living

Join Suzanne Pollak and Lee Magigault of the Charleston Academy of Domestic Pursuits as they lecture of the lost art of entertaining at home. 40.00 which includes a copy of their book Wed., Oct. 22, 10:30 a.m.-noon. 912.704.3988. lisawilkessavannah@gmail.com. eventbrite.com. cgc. georgiasouthern.edu/. Coastal Georgia Center, 305 Fahm Street.

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.

Covers basic chords and strumming techniques, rhythm, tuning, and use of a flatpick. Eight-week course begins Monday, September 8. Kids 6-12 from 4-4:45PM. Adults/teens from 6-6:45PM. $120 for 8 week course Mondays, 4-4:45 & 6-6:45 p.m.. savannahschooloffolkmusic@ gmail.com. savannahschooloffolkmusic. org. Savannah School of Folk Music, 2421 Waters Ave. 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. CAMINO: Adults Back to College Fair

Thu., Oct. 23, 6-8 p.m. savannahtech.edu/.

Savannah Technical College, 5717 White Bluff Rd. 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

Chatham County Sheriff's Office Explorers Post 876, is taking applications from young men and women (ages 14-20) interested in law enforcement careers. Explorers experience mentoring, motivation, and learn skills which help prepare them for their roles as productive citizens. See Chatham County Sheriff's web page, click "Community/Explorers Post 876 or call. Wednesdays.. 912-651-3743. chathamsheriff.org.

Classical Guitar Instruction

Art, Music, Piano, Voice Coaching

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.

Artist Sacred Circle

Savannah Clay Studio at Beaulieu offers handbuilding, sculpture, and handmade tiles, basic glazing and firing. 912-3514578. sav..claystudio@gmail.com.

Coaching for all ages, beginners through advanced. Classic, modern, jazz improvization and theory. Serious inquiries only. 912-961-7021 or 912-667-1056.

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.

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.

Becoming a Professional Tour Guide

Get in on the fastest-growing industry in Savannah and become a professional tour guide. Free and open to the public Thu., Oct. 23, 6 p.m. 912-235-2140. tourguideinstitute.com. Savannah Coffee Roasters, 215 West Liberty Street.

Beginner Group Guitar Classes

Clay Classes

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.

Coffee Cupping

Like a wine tasting, but with coffee. A lesson on coffee process methods and origins worthy of a connoisseur. Free and open to the public. Donations welcome. Fridays, 11 a.m.. 912-209-0025. perccoffee.com. PERC Coffee Roasters, 1802 East Broad Street.

Conscious Kids Yoga

A yoga class for children age 4 and up, to build skill, confidence, strength, and abilities of the body, mind, and heart. $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. Erigo, 5301 Paulsen Street.

Creative Magic Mondays

A way to begin the week on a creative note.

Doodling, planning, manifesting, crafting.

Participants bring their own art supplies.

Free. Love donation appreciated. Mon-

days, 11 a.m.. relaxsavannah@gmail.com. facebook.com/creativemanifest. Anahata Healing Arts Center, 2424 Drayton St.

Critical Reading Prep for the SAT - Prep for the Nov. 8th Exam

This course focuses on strategies in active reading that pertain specifically to the SAT. While improving their vocabulary, students will learn to identify key words, recognize main ideas/themes, draw conclusions and make inferences. $160 per person; $135 for groups of 3 or more Mondays, 6-8 p.m..

912-644-5967. personaldevelopment@ georgiasouthern.edu. academics.georgiasouthern.edu/ce/programs/personaldevelopment/satprep/. cgc.georgiasouthern. edu/. Coastal Georgia Center, 305 Fahm Street.

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.

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. Studio School, 1319 Bull St. Guitar, Mandolin, or Bass Guitar Lessons

Emphasis on theory, reading music, and improvisation. Located in Ardsley Park. ongoing. 912-232-5987.

Housing Authority Neighborhood Resource Center

Housing Authority of Savannah hosts classes at the Neighborhood Resource Center. Adult literacy/GED prep: MonThurs, 9am-12pm & 1pm-4pm. Financial education: 4th Fri each month, 9am-11am.

Basic computer training: Tues & Thurs, 1pm-3pm. Community computer lab: MonFri, 3pm-4:30pm. ongoing. 912-232-4232 x115. savannahpha.com. savannahpha. com/NRC.html. Neighborhood Resource Center, 1407 Wheaton St. Knitting & Crochet Classes

Offered at The Frayed Knot, 6 W. State St. See the calendar of events on website.

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

Learn to Sew

Sewing lessons for all ages and skill levels.

Private and Group classes. Tuesdays.. 912596-0889. kleossewingstudio.com. Kleo's Sewing Studio, 36 W. Broughton St. #201.

Life Coaching

Group & individual life coaching with a Certified Life Coach. Plan for a career change, new lifestyle, or an opportunity to pursue creative or business projects. Stepby-step guidance to fulfill aspirations. In person or telephone sessions. Thursdays..

912-596-1952. info@roiseandassociates. com. Downtown Savannah, downtown.

Math Prep for the November 8th SAT Exam

This course gives students the necessary practice, thinking strategies and skills development needed for maximizing scores on the math portion of the SAT. They will review the use of various formulas essential to solving problems and receive information on effective strategies for increasing the likelihood of answering problems correctly. They will take practice tests in class and will also learn exercises for relieving test anxiety. $160 per person; $135 for groups of 3 or more Tuesdays, 6-8 p.m.. 912-651-2005. PersonalDevelopment@georgiasouthern.edu. academics. georgiasouthern.edu/ce/programs/personaldevelopment/satprep/. cgc.georgiasouthern.edu/. Coastal Georgia Center, 305 Fahm Street.

Microsoft - Excel 2

Advance in Excel. Acquire mastery over: formulas, functions, SUMIF Function, sorting data, applying shading, filtering data and text, summarizing data, data validation, formatting all cells using data bars or icon sets, creating macros and pivot table or pivot chart reports $95 Tue., Oct. 28, 6:30-9:30 p.m. 912-651-2005.

ProfTrainingTech@georgiasouthern.edu. academics.georgiasouthern.edu/ce/programs/personaldevelopment/microsoft/. cgc.georgiasouthern.edu/. Coastal Georgia Center, 305 Fahm Street.

Microsoft Project – Basics

This course teaches the basic commands and features of Microsoft Project, the application designed to help you plan, manage, and keep projects on track.

You’ll learn to create and modify task lists, establish a project schedule, create calendars, assign resources to tasks, track costs, and work with different views and tables. You’ll also learn to apply filters and groups, and sort task and resource data. Finally, you’ll acquire the important skill of resolving resource conflicts. $225 Fri., Oct. 24, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. 912-6445967. ProfTrainingTech@georgiasouthern. edu. academics.georgiasouthern.edu/ce/ programs/professionaldevelopment/microsoftproject/. cgc.georgiasouthern.edu/.

Coastal Georgia Center, 305 Fahm Street.

Mommy & Me Relaxation Class

Teaches techniques to face the physical, mental, and emotional changes of a new mother's body, mind and heart with poise and grace. a variety of relaxation techniques for mother and child. For 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..

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Reading/Writing Tutoring

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/. Georgia Music Warehouse, 2424 Abercorn St.

North Beach Parking Lot, Gulick Street beach walkover. Drop-ins and beginners encouraged. Bring yoga mat or beach towel. Taught by Ann Caroll. By donation Saturdays, 10-11 a.m.. 912-704-7650. ann@aikyayoga.com. aikyayoga.com. North Beach, Tybee Island.

ing, beading, rug hooking, doll making, and other fiber arts. Meets at Oatland Island Wildlife Center, first Saturday of the month (Sept.-June) 10:15am. Mondays, 10:30 a.m. fiberguildsavannah.homestead. com/. Fiber Guild of the Savannahs, 711 Sandtown Road GA.

Russian Language Classes

Clubs & Organizations

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.

Music Instruction

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. Fridays.. 912-354-1500. portmansmusic.com. portmansmusic. com. 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.

New Horizons Adult Band Program

Music program for adults who played a band instrument in high school/college and would like to play again. Mondays at 6:30pm at Portman's. $30 per month. All ages and ability levels welcome. Call for info. ongoing. 912-354-1500. portmansmusic.com. Portman's Music Superstore, 7650 Abercorn St. New Mama's Retreat

A day for mothers with pre-crawlers who need a day away to reconnect with their new babies and receive some pampering and relaxation. Mama and Baby Yoga Session, Deep Relaxation Session for mothers, A Baby-Wearing Walk on the Beach, Empowering Mama Art, Relaxing Facials, Aromatherapy, Lunch and Refreshments.

Bring beach blanket, loose clothes for yoga, baby carrier and wrap. RSVP to Ann Carroll by September 25th. $75 Sat., Oct. 25, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. 912-704-7650. ann@ douladeliveries.com. douladeliveries.com.

North Beach, Tybee Island.

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.

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

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Piano lessons with a classically trained instructor, with theater and church experience. 912-312-3977. ongoing. georgiamusicwarehouse.com/. 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 52 inquiries only. ongoing.

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. 912-660-7399. cordraywriter@gmail.com.

Learn to speak Russian. All experience 13th Colony Sound Barbershop Chorus levels welcome, beginner to expert. Call for Sing in the harmonious barbershop style with the Savannah Chorus of the Barberinfo. ongoing. 912-713-2718.

Sewing Classes shop Harmony Society. No charge MonFor beginners or advanced sewers. Indus- days, 6:30 p.m.. 912-344-9768. rfksav@ try standard sewing courses designed to gmail.com. savannahbarbershoppers.org. meet standards in the garment industry.

Savannah Arts Academy, 500 Washington Open schedule. Savannah Sewing AcadAve. emy. 1917 Bull St. Sundays.. 912-290-0072. Abeni Cultural Arts Dance Classes Classses for multiple ages in performance savsew.com.

Singing Classes dance and adult fitness dance. African, Bel Canto is a singing style which helps the modern, ballet, jazz, tap, contemporary, voice become flexible and expressive, imgospel. Held at Abeni Cultural Arts studio, proves vocal range and breathing capacity. 8400-B Abercorn St. Call Muriel, 912-631A foundation for opera, rock, pop, gospel 3452, or Darowe, 912-272-2797. ongoing. and musical theatre. $25 Mondays, 6 p.m.. abeniculturalarts@gmail.com.

Avegost LARP 786-247-9923. anitraoperadiva@yahoo.

Live action role playing group that exists in com. Institute of Cinematic Arts, 12 West a medieval fantasy realm. generallly meets State Street, 3rd and 4th flrs.,.

Skidaway Marine Science Day the second weekend of the month. Free Activities include fish feedings, touch for your first event or if you're a non-player tanks, and free admission to the University character. $35 fee for returning characters. of Georgia Aquarium. Sat., Oct. 25, noon. ongoing. godzillaunknown@gmail.com. skio.usg.edu/. Skidaway Institute of Ocean- avegost.com.

Buccaneer Region SCCA ography, 10 Ocean Science Circle.

Spanish Classes Local chapter of the Sports Car Club of Spanish courses for professionals ofAmerica, hosting monthly solo/autocross fered by Conquistador Spanish Language driving events in the Savannah area. AnyInstitute, LLC. Beginner Spanish for one with a safe car, insurance and a valid Professionals--Intro price $155 + textbook driver's license is eligible to participate. ($12.95). Instructor: Bertha E. Hernandez, See website. ongoing. buccaneerregion.

M.Ed. and native speaker. Meets in the org.

Business Networking on the Islands Keller Williams Realty meeting room, 329 Small Business Professionals Islands Commercial Drive. Tuesdays.. conquistaNetworking Group meets first Thursday dor-spanish.com.

Stress Reduction: Arising Stillness in Zen each month, 9:30am-10:30am. Tradewinds Stress-reducing practices for body, speech Ice Cream & Coffee, 107 Charlotte Rd. Call and mind. Five Thursday night classes for info. ongoing. 912-308-6768.

Chatham Sailing Club from 6- 7:00pm. $15 drop-in; $70 for Meets every Friday evening for an informal series. Rev. Fugon Cindy Beach, Sensei.

Savannah Zen Center 111 E. 34th St. 31401 social gathering of like minded people who enjoy the water. Watch the sun go revfugon@gmail.com ongoing.

Vocal Lessons down over Turner Creek. All are welA group of voice instructors who believe come, including kids and dogs. Fridays.. in the power of a nurturing community to chathamsailing.org. Young's Marina, 218 help voice students blossom into vibrant Wilmington Island Rd. Drop N Circle Craft Night artists. Each instructor holds a Masters of Music in Voice Performance. Group classes Sponsored by The Frayed Knot and Perlina.

Tuesdays, 5pm-8pm. 6 W. State Street. A held once a month, plus an annual recital. working gathering of knitters, crocheters, Varies Wednesdays.. 912-656-0760. TheVoiceCoOp.org. The Voice Co-op, Downtown. beaders, spinners, felters, needle pointWorkshop: Genealogical Resources in the ers, etc. All levels of experience welcome.

Municipal Archives Tuesdays.. 912-233-1240.

A review of the City of Savannah's archiExchange Club of Savannah - Weekly Lunch Meets every Monday (except on the fifth val collections available in the Municipal Monday of the month), 12pm-1pm. Weekly Archives that are useful for genealogical speaker, and honor a student of the month research, including naturalizations, tax and year, police officer and fireman of the digests, voter registrations, vital records and more. Sessions repeat in morning and year. Charities: Jenkins Boys & Girls Club; afternoon. Free to attend. Reservations re- Center for the Prevention of Child Abuse.

Guest are welcome Mondays, 12-1 p.m.. quired. Fri., Oct. 24, 9-10 a.m. & 12-1 p.m.

912-441-6559. Savannahexchange.org.

(912) 651-6411. Lspracher@savannahga.

Exchange Club of Savannah, 4801 Meding gov. savannahga.gov/MunicipalArchives.

Street.

Savannah City Hall, 2 East Bay Street.

Yoga on the Beach

After Labor Day Yoga, every Saturday until the weather gets too cold or if raining.

Fiber Guild of the Savannahs

A club focusing on weaving, spinning, basket making, knitting, crocheting, quilt-

Historic Flight Savannah

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.

Hostess City Toastmasters Club

A group for improving public speaking and leadership skills. Professional, friendly, peer-run. Every Tuesday 6-7 PM at 35 Barnard Street 3rd Floor (ThincSavannah.) $10/month Tue., Oct. 28, 6-7 p.m. 912-4840165. hostesscitytm@gmail.com. facebook. com/hostesscitytoastmasters. thincsavannah.com. ThincSavannah, 35 Barnard St. Suite 300.

Ink Slingers Writing Group

A free creative writing group for writers of poetry, prose, or undefinable creative ventures. Meets two Thursdays a month, 5:45pm. Discussion of exercises, ideas, or already in progress pieces. See Facebook page savinkslingers. Thursdays. Southwest Chatham Library, 14097 Abercorn St. Islands MOPS

A Mothers of Preschoolers group that meets two Wednesdays a month, 9:15am11:30am. Wednesdays.. sites.google.com/ site/islandsmops. fbcislands.com/. First Baptist Church of the Islands, 6613 Johnny Mercer Blvd.

Knitters, Needlepoint and Crochet

Meets every Wednesday. Different locations downtown. Call for info. No fees.

Want to learn? Join us. ongoing. 912-3086768.

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/. 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.

Military Order of the Purple Heart Ladies Auxiliary

Meets the first Saturday of the month at 1:00pm. Call for info. ongoing. 912-7864508. American Legion Post 184, 3003 Rowland Ave. Philo Cafe

Discussion group that meets every Monday, 7:30pm - 9:00pm at various locations. Anyone craving good conversation is invited. Free to attend. Email for info, or see Facebook.com/SavannahPhiloCafe.

Mondays. athenapluto@yahoo.com.

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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. New Covenant Church, 2201 Bull St. Rotary Club of Savannah Sunrise

Meets every Thursday, 7:30 a.m. for breakfast at Ort Hall (Lady & Sons) 112 West Congress Street. Visitors are welcome.

Thursdays.. savannahsunriserotary.org.

Ort Hall, 112 W. Congress St. Safe Kids Savannah

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

Savannah Brewers' League

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

Moon River Brewing Co., 21 West Bay St.

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/. 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.

Savannah Fencing Club

Beginner classes Tuesdays and Thursdays for six weeks. $60. Some equipment provided. After completing the class, join the Savannah Fencing Club; $5/month.

Experienced fencers welcome. Tuesdays, Thursdays.. 912-429-6918. savannahfencing@aol.com.

Savannah Go Green

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

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

Savannah Kennel Club

Monthly meetings open to the public. 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. 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.

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. The Historic District, Downtown Savannah.

Savannah Parrot Head Club

Beach, Buffet and no dress code. Check website for events calendar or send an email for Parrot Head gatherings. ongoing. savannahphc@yahoo.com. savannahphc. com.

Savannah Sacred Harp Singers

Everyone who loves to sing is invited to join Savannah Sacred Harp Singers. All are welcome to participate or listen to one of America's most revered musical traditions.

Call or email. ongoing. 912-655-0994. savannahsacredharp.com. Faith Primitive

Baptist Church, 3212 Bee Road.

Society for Creative Anachronism

Meets every Saturday at the south end of Forsyth Park for fighter practice and general hanging out. For people interested in re-creating the Middle Ages and Renaissance. Free Saturdays, 11 a.m.. savannahsca.org. Forsyth Park, 501 Whitaker St. Savannah Story Games

A group that plays games that tell improvised stories. Create an amazing story in just three hours, using group games

with special rules that craft characters, settings, and conflicts. Sundays at 6pm. free Saturdays, 6 p.m.. info@savannahstorygames.com. savannahstorygames.com.

Guild Hall, 615 Montgomery Street.

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.

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Join the Facebook group to find out more about vegetarian and vegan lifestyles, and to hear about upcoming local events.

Mondays.

Savannah Writers Group

A gathering of writers of all levels for networking, hearing published guest authors, and critique. 2nd and 4th Tuesdays, 7:00pm, Atlanta Bread Company, Twelve Oaks Shopping Center, 5500 Abercorn.

Free and open to the public. fourth Tuesday of every month.. savannahwritersgroup. blogspot.com.

Tertulia en español at Foxy Loxy

Spanish conversation table. Meets second and fourth Thursday of each month.

7:30pm to 9pm at Foxy Loxy, 1919 Bull street. All levels welcome. Free. Purchase beverages and snacks. fourth Thursday of every month.. foxyloxycafe.com/. Foxy Loxy Cafe, 1919 Bull St. U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla

A volunteer organization that assists the U.S. Coast Guard. Meets 4th Wednesday at 6pm at Barnes, 5320 Waters Ave. All ages welcome. Prior experience/boat ownership not required. fourth Wednesday of every month.. 912-598-7387. savannahaux.com.

Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 671

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

Waving Girls--Smocking Arts Guild of America

The Waving Girls welcomes smockers and all those who create fine heirloom items. At each meeting there is an opportunity to learn and share our work. The group makes over 100 "wee care" gowns for memorial hospital each year. fourth Monday of every month, 6:30 p.m. 912 536 1447. debcreation@hotmail.com. smocking.org. Coastal Center for Developmental Services, 1249 Eisenhower Drive.

Woodville-Tompkins Scholarship Foundation

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

Concerts

13th Colony Sound (Barbershop Singing)

“If you can carry a tune, come sing with us!” Mondays, 7pm. ongoing. 912-3449768. savannahbarbershoppers.org. Thunderbolt Lodge #693, 3111 Rowland Ave. Concert: Habaneros

Direct from Havana, Cuba, this combo performs Mozart as well as a Latin repertoire while vibrant images of Cuba are displayed. $20 Sat., Oct. 25, 8 p.m. marstheatre.com. marstheatre.com. Mars Theatre, 109 S. Laurel Street.

Free Concert - Charlotte Mabrey

Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra's principal percussionist, Charlotte Mabrey, along with guest accompanist, Greg Hersey will perform an exciting, interactive concert program suitable for adults and children.

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with Leopold's ice cream to follow concert.

Free but donations kindly accepted Fri., Oct. 24, 4-5 p.m. 912-598-4290. tmckee@ stpeterssav.org. stpeterssavannah.org. St. Peter's Episcopal Church, 3 West Ridge Road.

The Malpass Brothers

A traditional country getup with two brothers and dad on the drums. $20 Fri., Oct. 24, 8 p.m. 912-754-1118. info@marstheatre. com. bit.ly/1kdSKrZ. marstheatre.com.

Mars Theatre, 109 S. Laurel Street.

Sherry Cothran

Former lead singer of the popular late 90's indie rock band, The Evinrudes, Rev.Sherry Cothran presents a series of original songs with stories based on the "Prophets, Harlots, Witches and Warriors: Untamed Women of the OT." "Sherry Cothran is a newer, much more interesting kind of pastor who appeals to people no matter which side of the God divide they find themselves on." -Nashville Scene free Wed., Oct. 22, 8-9:30 p.m. 912-777-6002. sherrycothran@ sherrycothran.com. thefounderysav.org.

The Foundery Coffee Pub, 1313 Habersham St. Yonder Mountain String Band w/ Larry Keel Experience

Bending bluegrass, rock and countless other influences, Yonder Mountain String Band may appear to be a traditional bluegrass band at first glance but they've taken the customary old-timey instrumentation to new heights, transcending any single genre. Yonder has become a regular performer at major music festivals like the iconic Telluride Bluegrass Festival, Summer Camp, and DelFest as well as massive multi-stage events like Bonnaroo and Austin City Limits Festival. Sun., Oct. 26, 7 p.m. musicfarm.com. trusteesgarden.com.

Trustees Garden, 88 Randolph St. Dance

5Rhythms Waves - Dance

This is a free-form dance. Dana Danielson provides the music and sets the rhythm.

Each dancer sets his/her own limits, choreograph his/her own steps. There's no right or wrong, no steps to follow. No experience necessary. $15 drop-in; 5 classes for $60 Tuesdays, 7:15-8:30 p.m..

912-200-4809. info@savannahyogabarre. com. savannahyogabarre.com. Savannah Yoga Barre, 2135 E Victory Drive.

or email for info. ongoing. 912-925-7416. savh_tango@yahoo.com.

Argentine Tango Basics Group Class

This beginners group class will focus on the basic elements of movement and Argentine Tango. This class is a 4 week session that will start from week 1 and progress while reviewing each week until week 4. No partner or experience required. $35 Wednesdays, 6-7 p.m.. 912.312.3549. salondebaile.dance@gmail.com. salondebailedancestudio.com. Salon de Baile Dance Studio, 7064 Hodgson Memorial Drive.

Awaken with Chakradance™

A free-flowing, meditative dance, with eclectic music selected to resonate with each specific chakra, along with guided imagery. No dance experience or chakras knowledge needed. $20 ongoing, 7-8:30 p.m. 912-663-1306. Chakradancer@ comcast.net. chakradance.com/. synergisticbodies.com. Synergistic Bodies, 7901 Waters Ave. 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. Salon de Baile Dance Studio, 7064 Hodgson Memorial Drive.

Ballroom Series Group Class

A group ballroom dance class for beginners through advanced. 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. Salon de Baile Dance Studio, 7064 Hodgson Memorial Drive.

Ballroom/Latin Group Class

Group classes every Tuesday and Wednesday at 8pm. Tuesdays focus on fundamental steps, styling, and techniques.

Wednesday's classes are more specific, with advanced elements. $15/person and $25/couple Wednesdays, 8 p.m. and Tuesdays.. 912-335-3335. savannahballroom@ gmail.com. savannahballroomdancing. com. Savannah Ballroom Dance Studio, 11 Travis Street.

Beginner's Belly Dance Classes

Basic belly dance moves and choreography Adult Ballet Class at The Guild Hall. All ages and skill levels Maxine Patterson School of Dance, 2212 welcome. Wear appropriate attire and Lincoln St, offers adult ballet on Thursdays, footwear. $15 Sun., Oct. 26. 912-596-0889.

6:30pm-7:30pm $12 per class. Call for info. edgebellydance@gmail.com. edgebelongoing. 912-234-8745. lydance.com. Guild Hall, 615 Montgomery Adult Intermediate Ballet Street. Learn basic moves and choreograMondays and Wednesdays, 7pm-8pm. phy with local Belly Dancer, Nicole Edge. $12/class or $90/8 classes. Call for info.

Class is open to all ages and skill levels.

Academy of Dance, 74 W. Montgomery Walk-ins welcome. 15.00 Wednesdays, 7-8 Crossroad. Wednesdays. 912-921-2190. p.m. 912-596-0889. edgebelly@gmail.com.

Beginner and intermediate ballet, modern edgebellydance.com. Fitness on Broughdance, barre fusion, barre core body sculpt, ton, 1 E. Broughton St. Beginner's Belly Dance Classes Every Wednesgentle stretch & tone. Tuesdays.. 912day 925-0903. theballetschoolsav.com. Ballet Beginner's belly dance class instructed School, 10010 Abercorn St. Argentine Tango by local performer Nicole Edge. Learn the Lessons Sundays 1:30-3;30pm. Open to basics of American Cabaret belly dance. the public. $3 per person. Wear closed 15$ Wednesdays, 7-8 p.m.. 912-596-0889. toe leather shoes if possible. Doris Martin edgebellydance@gmail.com. edgebelDance Studio, 8511-h ferguson Ave. Call lydance.com. Fitness on Broughton, 1 E.

Broughton St.

Beginners Belly Dance Classes

Instructed by Nicole Edge. All ages/Skill 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.

Beginners Belly Dancing with Cybelle

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.

Happenstance Bellydance

All levels and styles of bellydance welcome. Classes every Monday, 5:306:30pm. Drop-ins welcome. $15/lesson Mondays, 5:30 p.m.. (912) 704-2940. happenstancebellydance@gmail.com. happenstancebellydance.wordpress.com.

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. 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.

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.

912-704-8726. salsa@salsasavannah.com. salsasavannah.com. Great Gatsby, 408 West Broughton Street.

Dance Party

Dance on Thursdays at 8pm--fun, friendship, and dancing. Free for Savannah Ballroom students. $10 for visitors ($15 for couples). free - $15 Thursdays, 8 p.m. 912335-3335. savannahballroom@gmail.com. savannahballroomdancing.com. Savannah Ballroom Dance Studio, 11 Travis Street.

Disco Hustle Dance Class

Do the hustle! A New York style Disco Hustle group class taught by Jos'eh Marion, a professional ballroom dance instructor.

Sundays at 5pm. Call for pricing. Sundays, 5 p.m.. 843-290-6174. Trudancer@gmail. com. ymcaofcoastalga.org/. YMCA (Habersham Branch), 6400 Habersham St. FUNdamentals Dance Lesson

Group dance lessons every Tuesday and Wednesday at 8pm. Tuesday: fundamental steps, styling, and techniques. Wednesday: advanced elements. $15/person $25/ couple Tuesdays, 8 p.m. and Wednesdays, 8 p.m.. 912-335-3335. savannahballroom@ gmail.com. savannahballroomdancing. com. Savannah Ballroom Dance Studio, 11 Travis Street.

Home Cookin' Cloggers

Wednesdays, 6pm-8pm, Nassau Woods Recreation Building, Dean Forest Road. No beginner classes at this time. Call Claudia

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Studio, 7064 Hodgson Memorial Drive.

Arts Center, 2424 Drayton St. Suite B.

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.

Wednesdays.. 912-704-2052. prideofirelandga@gmail.com.

Instructor Rick Cody teaches the smooth rhythms of beach music and west coast swing. $12 drop in fee or $35 for 4 weeks Wednesdays, 7 p.m.. 912.312.3549. salondebaile.dance@gmail.com. salondebailedancestudio.com. Salon de Baile Dance Studio, 7064 Hodgson Memorial Drive.

Savannah's only after-hours cemetery event, in this riverside Victorian cemetery. $35 Saturdays, 5-8 p.m.. 912-319-5600. info@bonaventurecemetery.com. savannahga.gov/cityweb/cemeteriesweb.nsf/ cemeteries/bonaventure.html. Bonaventure Cemetery, 330 Bonaventure Rd.

Irish Dance Classes

Kids Hip Hop and Jazz

A kids dance class with high energy music.

Students learn different elements of hip hop dancing and how to put it together in a routine. $8 Thursdays, 5:15-6 p.m..

912.312.3549. reservetodance@gmail.com. salondebailedancestudio.com. 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. 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/.

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/levels welcome. Call Mahogany for info. ongoing.

912-272-8329.

Modern Dance Class

Beginner and intermediate classes. Fridays 10am-11:15am. Doris Martin Studio, 7360 Skidaway Rd. Call Elizabeth for info. ongoing. 912-354-5586.

Salsa Group Classes

The hottest dance class around. For solo dancers or duos. $5 undefined, 5:30 p.m.

912.312.3549. salondebaile.dance@gmail. com. salondebailedancestudio.com. Salon de Baile Dance Studio, 7064 Hodgson Memorial Drive.

Salsa Lessons by Salsa Savannah

Tues. 8pm-9pm and 9pm-10pm. Thur.

8pm-9pm and 9pm-10pm. Sun. 5pm6pm and 6pm-7pm. Salon de Maile, 704B Hodgson Memorial Dr., Savannah, 31406.

Tuesdays.. salsasavannah.com.

Savannah Shag Club

Wednesdays, 7pm,at Doubles Lounge.

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

ongoing. doublesnightclub.com/. 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. Salon de Baile Dance

West Coast Swing Class

West Coast Swing Group Class Series

This 4 week class series teaches the basics of West Coast Swing. Each month will begin a new series teaching you the from the very beginning. No experience or partner required. $35 Tuesdays, 6-7 p.m.. 912.312.3549. salondebaile.dance@ gmail.com. salondebailedancestudio.com.

Salon de Baile Dance Studio, 7064 Hodgson Memorial Drive.

Events

Awaken with Chakradance™ - Thursdays

Join us for a free-flowing, meditative dance and experience the healing power of Chakradance™. With eclectic music selected to resonate with each specific chakra, along with guided imagery, Chakradance™ will take you on a spiritual journey, free the energy in your body and open you to a deeper experience of life. No dance experience or prior knowledge of the chakras is necessary. Limited to 12 participants – email to reserve a spot today! $20 Thursdays, 6:45-8:15 p.m. 912-663-1306.

Chakradancer@comcast.net. anahatahealingarts.com/healing-aha/. Anahata Healing

Bonaventure After Hours: Stories, Nightfall & More!

Carl Gregory Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Brings a “Monster” to Savannah!

Climb aboard the back of the 8 passenger Raminator for a ride with the Hall Brothers Racing team. Guests of all ages are invited to receive an autograph and photo. Fri., Oct. 24, 9 a.m.-9 p.m. and Sat., Oct. 25, 9 a.m.-9 p.m. raminator.com. Carl Gregory Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, 8701 Abercom Street.

Deen Family Book Signing

Paula, Jamie & Bobby Deen will sign their various books. 350 wristbands will be distributed at 9 am. Free to attend.

Books available for purchase. Fri., Oct. 24, 10 a.m.-noon. 912-232-1579. mandy@ pauladeen.com. pauladeen.com. ladyandsons.com. The Lady and Sons, 102 West Congress St. Dreadful Pestilence: Savannah Epidemic of 1820.

A candlelight upstairs-downstairs tour and living history program recreating the horror of Savannah's 1820 yellow fever epidemic that devastated the city. This is the final year for this program to be available to the general public. Not suitable for

children under age 8. $15 in advance for adults, $10 in advance children (ages 8-17) and $17 for adults and $15 for children at the time of the performance Through Oct. 25, 7:30 & 8:45 p.m. 912-236-8097. info@ davenporthousemuseum.org. davenporthousemuseum.org. Davenport House, 324 East State St. Guided Tours of the Lucas Theatre for the Arts

Learn the history of the historic Lucas Theatre on a 20-30 minute tour. Restoration, architecture, history of the theatre and of early cinema. $4. Group rates for ten or more. School trips available. No reservations needed for 10:30am, 1:30pm and 2pm. Other times by appointment. Call for info. ongoing. 912-525-5023. lucastheatre.com. Lucas Theatre for the Arts, 32 Abercorn St. Miss Rhomania Pageant

The Alpha Iota Sigma Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. Presents Miss Rhomania Pageant "Harlem Renaissance". Sunday, November 9, 2014 in the Savannah State University's Student Union Ballroom at 6pm. $25 Donation MondaysSundays, midnight-11:45 p.m.. www.

SGRHOSavAlum.org. savstate.edu/. Savannah State University, 3219 College St. NeoPopRealist Art Contest Dedicated to its 25Year Anniversary

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

Pakwan's Four-Year Anniversary

A celebration and sampling of North India's cuisine with live music & door prizes.

Admission: Cans of food for America's Second Harvest Wed., Oct. 22, 5:30 p.m.

912-509-4922. savannahmastercalendar@ gmail.com. pakwanusa.com. Pakwan Indian Cuisine, 7102 Abercorn St. PBJ Pantry

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

Rivers & Glen Trading Co. Grand Opening

Celebrate the opening of this fly fishing and outdoor goods store with a ribbon cutting ceremony and hors d'ouevres by the Olde Pink House. Fri., Oct. 24, 5:15 p.m.

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This exhibition of six local interior designers, along with nationally acclaimed designers Jim and Phoebe Howard, will transform the Jepson Center into a dazzling show house. Preview the lavishly decorated “rooms” and mingle with friends from the community while enjoying cocktails and cuisine by local restaurants. $85-$150 Oct. 23-25, 6:30 p.m. telfair.org. telfair.org/jepson/. Jepson Center for the Arts, 207 West York St. Rooms With a View: Southern Style: Muffins & Mimosas

An intimate opportunity to mingle with each local designer as they share their inspirations and opportunity to mingle with each local designer as they share their inspirations and advices with guests. $35 Fri., Oct. 24, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. telfair.org. telfair.org/jepson/. Jepson Center for the Arts, 207 West York St. Rooms With a View: Southern Style: Lecture and Luncheon

Our featured designers and guests, Phoebe and Jim Howard present a lecture at the Savannah Theatre. Lunch follows at the Telfair Academy and Jepson Center as well as another chance to view the “rooms.” Lecture Ticket $40.00 Luncheon and Lecture Ticket $75.00 Fri., Oct. 24, 10 a.m. telfair.org. savannahtheatre.com. The Historic Savannah Theatre, 222 Bull St. 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. 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.

Spanish Tall Ship El Galeón Andalucía

The 170-foot long, 500 ton ship is the only Galeón class vessel sailing today. It was featured in the NBC TV series Crossbones starring John Malkovich as Blackbeard.

Five of the ship's decks will be open for the tours. Oct. 24-Nov. 2, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. riverstreetsavannah.com/. savannahga. gov/cityweb/mobilityweb.nsf/f43552dd7c50cae2852573b000734940/b93989c4334a 4a68852576f00070d9a8?OpenDocument.

Rousakis Plaza, River St. Wings of Freedom Tour

Vintage World War II aircraft Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress “Nine O Nine” WWII Heavy Bomber, Consolidated B-24 Liberator “Witchcraft” WWII Heavy Bomber and P-51 Mustang fighter will be available for tours and a 30-minute flight. $12 for adults, $6 for children under 12 Oct. 24-26. savannahairport.com/. Savannah Hilton Head International Airport, 400 Airways Ave. OCT 22-28, 2014

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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.

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Bring a yoga mat, towel and some water. $6 $5 Mondays-Fridays, Sundays. (912) 349-2756. info@savannahpoweryoga.com. savannahpoweryoga.com. savannahpoweryoga.com/. Savannah Power Yoga, 7360 Skidaway Rd. Al-Anon Family Groups

An anonymous fellowship of relatives and friends of alcoholics. The message of Al-Anon is one of strength and hope for friends/family of problem drinkers.

Al-Anon is for adults. Alateen is for people age 13-19. Meetings daily throughout the Savannah area. check website or call for info. ongoing. 912-598-9860. savannahalanon.com.

support for the caregiving they provide. ongoing. savannahcommons.com.

Free Dance and Fitness Classes at Lake Mayer

Every Thursday. 9:30am-10:15am Toddler Class. 12pm-1pm Adult Lunch Break Dance Class. 1:30pm-2:30pm Super Seniors Workout. 5:30pm-6:15pm Youth African Dance Fitness (ages 6-12). 6:30pm7:30pm Adult African Dance Fitness. Wear comfortable clothing. Free and open to the public. Thursdays, 9:30 a.m.-7:30 p.m..

912-652-6784. Lake Mayer, 1850 E. Montgomery Crossroads.

Dude's Day at Savannah Climbing Coop

Thursdays, 2 til 10 p.m. Savannah Climbing Coop 302 W Victory Dr, Savannah Every Bariatric Surgery Support Group Thursday men climb for half price, $5. See First Wednesday each month, 7pm, and website for info. Thursdays, 2 & 10 p.m. third Saturday, 10am, in Mercer Auditorium 912-495-8010. savannahclimbingcoop. of Hoskins Center at Memorial. For those com. Savannah Climbing CoOp, 302 W who have had or are considering bariatric Victory Dr. surgery. Free to attend. Call or see website Hiking & Biking at Skidaway Island State Park for info. ongoing. 912-350-3438. memorial- Year round fitness opportunities. Walk or health.com. memorialhealth.com/. Memo- run the 1-mile Sandpiper Nature Trail (acrial Health University Medical Center, 4700 cessible) the additional 1-mile Avian Loop Trail, or 3-mile Big Ferry Trail. Bicycle and Waters Ave. Beach Body Workouts with Laura street strider rentals. Guided hikes schedMONDAYS at 6:15 PM at the Lake Mayer uled. $5 parking. Open daily 7am-10pm.

Community Center $5.00 per session Call or see website. ongoing. 912-598Mondays, 6:15 p.m. (912) 652-6784. Lake 2300. gastateparks.org/SkidawayIsland.

Mayer, 1850 E. Montgomery Crossroads. gastateparks.org/info/skidaway/. Skidaway Beastmode Fitness Group Training Island State Park, 52 Diamond Cswy.

Train with this elite team. A total body Insanity Workout Group Class program that trims, tones and gets results. INSANITY turns old-school interval training on its head. Work flat out in 3 to 5-min Personal training options available. See blocks, and take breaks only long enough website for info. Meets at West Broad to gulp some air and get right back to YMCA. 5am-6am and 8pm-9pm. ongoing. work. It's called Max Interval Training, beastmodefitnessga.com. YMCA-West because it keeps your body working at Broad St, 1110 May St. Bellydancing Fusion Classes maximum capacity through your entire Mixes ballet, jazz, hip hop into a unique workout. $10 or $80 for 10 fitness classes high energy dance style. Drills and choreSaturdays, 11 a.m. 912.312.3549. salondeographies for all levels.Small classes in baile.dance@gmail.com. salondebailedandowntown Savannah, and on request. $10 cestudio.com. Salon de Baile Dance Studio, per person. Email for info. ongoing. bohe7064 Hodgson Memorial Drive.

Israeli Krav Maga Self-Defense Classes mianbeats.com.

Blue Water Yoga A system of self-defense techniques based Community donation-based classes, Tues. on several martial arts. The official fighting and Thurs., 5:45pm - 7:00pm. Fri., 9:30am- system of the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF).

10:30am. Email for info or find Blue Water Custom Fit offers individual and small Yoga on Facebook. ongoing. egs5719@aol. group training and intensive workshops. com. Talahi Island Community Club, 532 ongoing. 912-441-4891. customfitcenter.

Quarterman Dr. com.

Dance Conditioning

A class designed to enhance strength, flexibility, balance, and overall body fitness, with belly dance movements for a total workout. $10 drop in or $80 for 10 classes Wednesdays, 7 p.m.. 912.312.3549. salondebaile.dance@gmail.com. salondebailedancestudio.com. Salon de Baile Dance Studio, 7064 Hodgson Memorial Drive.

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.

Jewish Educational Alliance, 5111 Abercorn St. Free Caregiver Support Group

For anyone caring for senior citizens with any affliction or illness. Second Saturday of the month, 10am-11am. Savannah Commons, 1 Peachtree Dr. Refreshments.

Free to attend. Open to anyone in need of

Kung Fu School: Ving Tsun

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

Pilates Classes

Daily classes for all skill levels including beginners. Private and semi-private classes by appointment. Carol Daly-Wilder, certified instructor. Call or see website for info. ongoing. 912-238-0018. savannahpilates.com. pilatessavannah.com/.

Momentum Pilates Studio, 8413 Rerguson Ave. Piloxing

Piloxing (c) cardio fusion incorporates cutting edge research and fitness techniques to burn maximum calories, build lean muscles, and increase stamina. Uses weighted gloves, toning the arms and maximizing cardiovascular health; also includes dance moves. $10.00 drop in or 10 classes for $80 Fridays, 10-11 a.m..

912.312.3549. reservetodance@gmail.com. salondebailedancestudio.com. Salon de Baile Dance Studio, 7064 Hodgson Memorial Drive.

Pole Fitness Classes

Pole fitness classes taught by Pole Dance America's 2014 National Professional Champion and Miss Fitness 2013 & 2014, Sabrina Madsen. Pole fitness concentrates on upper body strength and overall flexibility as well dance elements. Call for pricing. Wednesdays, 8-9 p.m. and Sundays, 5-7 p.m.. 801-673-6737. info@ firstcityfitness.com. First City Fitness, 2127 1/2 Victory Dr. Pregnancy Yoga

Ongoing series of 6-week classes. Thursdays. A mindful approach to pregnancy, labor and delivery. Instructor Ann Carroll. $120. Call or email for info. ongoing. 912704-7650. ann@aikyayoga.com. savannahyoga.com/. Savannah Yoga Center, 1321 Bull St. Qigong Classes

Qigong exercises contribute to a healthier and longer life. Classes offer a time to learn the exercises and perform them in a group setting. Class length averages 60 min. Any level of practice is welcome. $15 ongoing. qigongtim.com/. 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. Lake Mayer, 1850 E. Montgomery Crossroads.

Richmond Hill Roadies Running Club

Latin Cardio

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.

Mommy and Baby Yoga

Ultimate outdoor power workout! Group physical training program conducted by former military personnel. Build strength and fitness through a variety of intense group intervals lasting approx. 45 minutes. First Class FREE Mondays-Fridays, 6:30-7:30 p.m. 912-675-0952. rocknbodyfitnessbootcamp@gmail.com. rocknbodyfitnessbootcamp.com. Forsyth Park, 501 Whitaker St.

A cardio-based workout class designed to get students fit while having fun. Latin style dances like cha cha, samba, jive, rumba, salsa. 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. Salon de Baile Dance Studio, 7064 Hodgson Memorial Drive.

Mondays. Call for times and fees or see website. ongoing. 912-232-2994. savannahyoga.com. savannahyoga.com/. Savannah Yoga Center, 1321 Bull St.

Rock'n Body Fitness Bootcamp

Ronin Academy Self Defense Classes

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confidence and empowerment. Fees vary.

Every 3 days. michael@roninacad.com. roninacad.com. aikidosavannah.com/. Aikido Center of Savannah, 5500 White Bluff Rd. 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.

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.

vannah@gmail.com. cgc.georgiasouthern. edu/. Coastal Georgia Center, 305 Fahm Street.

Turbo Kick Cardio Workout

Lose calories while dancing and kick-boxing. No experience or equipment needed.

Tues. and Thurs. 6pm, Fitness on Broughton, 1 E. Broughton Wed. 6pm Lake Mayer Community Center, 1850 E. Montgomery Crossroads. $5 ongoing. 586-822-1021. facebook.com/turbokicksavannah.

Yoga for Cancer Patients and Survivors

Free for cancer patients and survivors.

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/. Memorial Health University Medical Center, 4700 Waters Ave. Zumba Fitness (R) with April

Mondays at 5:30pm, Thursdays at 6:30pm.

Nonstop Fitness in Sandfly, 8511 Ferguson Ave. $5 for nonmenbers. call for info. ongoing. 912-349-4902.

Food Events

The Art and Science of Living at Home: Using Your Home as a Tool for Living

Suzanne Pollack and Lee Manigualt are authors of The Charleston Academy of Domestic Pursuits: A Handbook of Etiquette with Recipes, and are founders of the academy. $40 book purchase included in ticket price. 912.704.3988. lisawilkessa-

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Local and regional produce, honey, meat, dairy, pasta, baked goods and other delights. Rain or shine. Free to attend. Items for sale. 912-484-0279. forsythfarmersmarket.com. Forsyth Park, 501 Whitaker St.

Little Grand Wine Tasting

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

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SIZZLE- Dance Cardio

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Bethesda students and staff sell fresh produce, organic garden seedlings and farm-fresh eggs. Students lead or assist in planting, cultivating and harvesting all items at Bethesda Academy using sustainable, organic farming techniques. 912-3512061. bethesdaacademy.org. Bethesda Academy, 9250 Ferguson Ave.

Honey Tasting and Body Care Samples + Store Tour

The hottest cardio class to keep or 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. Salon de Baile Dance Studio, 7064 Hodgson Memorial Drive.

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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.

“The Big Picture” --you, your time, and your place.

Daily store tour, honey tasting, and body care. FREE Come to the WILMINGTON ISLAND store and see the bees behind our observation hive glass. FREE MondaysFridays, 10 a.m. 912-234-0688. tildsley@ savannahbee.com. Savannah Bee Company, Wilmington Island, 211 Johnny Mercer Blvd.

Featuring 60 wines from 10 countries, live music by the Accomplices and hors d'oeuvres. $25 tybeeislandsocialclub.com/.

Tybee Island Social Club, 1311 Butler Ave. Pooler Farmers' Market

Featuring regional farmers, local cottage industries and community non-profits. Music, kids activities, sustainability lectures and cooking demonstrations--and, it's in Pooler. Free and open to the public. poolerfarmersmarket@gmail.com. poolerfarmersmarket.com. Pooler Recreation Complex, Pooler Parkway.

Prepare Sunday Suppers at Union Mission

Local organizations are invited to sign up to prepare Sunday Supper for people who are homeless and live at Union Mission's shelters for homeless people. Groups must sign up in advance and bring/prepare a meal, beginning at 2pm on Sundays. Call for information. ongoing. 912-236-7423.

Richmond Hill Farmers Market

The City of Richmond Hill's weekly market offers a variety of produce and local crafts to purchase as well as prepared food and entertainment. Rain or shine. Pet-friendly (on a leash please). Free to attend. 3-7 p.m.. richmond-hill-farmers-market. J. F. Gregory Park, Richmond Hill.

Tacos, Tequilas & Terrors!

Oct. 28, 4 p.m. blowinsmokebbq.com.

Blowin' Smoke BBQ, 1611 Habersham Street.

Wednesday Night Supper Club

A new Savannah tradition. Gather at Pacci's community table to make new friends and share in a night of food, wine and Southern hospitality. With seasonally inspired dishes from Executive Chef, Roberto Leoci. Call for pricing. Reservations required. 912-233-6002. jackie.blackwelder@paccisavannah.com. paccisavannah. com. Pacci Italian Kitchen + Bar, 601 E Bay St.

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14 “The Dukes of Hazzard” deputy 15 ___ alphabet 16 Got in the pool, maybe 17 Prefix with “mom” 18 Foot holder 19 Andrews of sportscasting 20 You’re part of it, along with being in the Class Mammalia 23 Spike who directed “Crooklyn” 24 Stadium cheer 25 Cream of the crop 27 Abbr. on a cornerstone 29 Part of a crab 32 Part of a race 33 Jolly ___ 36 Additionally 37 You’re living in it, geologically 39 Some resorts 41 Armed agent 42 Place for cremains 43 Used to be 44 Classifies 48 Game with cards and callers 50 The shortest month?

52 Symbol of strength 53 You live in it, physically 58 ___ San Lucas 59 Kind of duck 60 Take ___ (go swimming) 61 Egyptian, probably 62 Love so much 63 Not yours 64 Lovett who loved Julia Roberts 65 “Steppenwolf” author 66 Gets on one’s knees

1 Magazine with a famous crossword 2 4th and ___ 3 Probably soon 4 Class for intl. students 5 Unnecessary hassle 6 Suspicion 7 Cairo cross 8 About 2.2 pounds, for short 9 Computer brand 10 Perfect 11 Burrito outside 12 Takes to the skies 13 Spy novelist Deighton 21 Citified 22 “Do the ___” 26 Driving force 28 War god 29 Doing the dishes, say 30 Niihau necklaces 31 Missouri structure 34 One end of the Iditarod race 35 Nicholas II, e.g.

36 Woody Guthrie’s kid 37 He’d love to have you over for dinner 38 Class that’s simple to pass 39 Teacher for the day 40 ___ colors 43 Taipei pan 45 Tour worker 46 Difficult 47 Talks to online 49 Boston paper 50 Fort ___, Florida 51 See it the same way 54 “Uh-huh” 55 Too far to the left or right, as a field goal attempt 56 Fusses 57 Baby bleater 58 First name in Orioles history

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Vendors offering produce, prepared foods, crafts, plus storytime, musical performances, and community information.

Every Saturday. Free and open to the public wifarmersmarket@aol.com. wifarmersmarket.org/. Wilmington Island Farmers' Market, 111 Walthour Rd @ Islands Community Church.

Health

Armstrong Prescription Drug Drop-Off

Armstrong Atlantic State Univ. hosts a permanent drop box for disposing of unused prescription drugs and over the counter medication. In the lobby of the University Police building on campus. Open to the public 24 hours/day, year round. Confidential. All items collected are destroyed by the Drug Enforcement Administration. ongoing. 912-344-3333. armstrong. edu. about.armstrong.edu/Maps/index. html. Armstrong State University, 11935 Abercorn St. Bariatric Surgery Information Session

Information on bariatric surgery and the program at Memorial Health Bariatrics.

Learn surgical procedures offered, support and education programs involved, and how bariatric surgery can affect patients' lives.

Call or see website for info. Free to attend.

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

Bert Tenenbaum to Speak at Upcoming Enmark Encourage Health Lecture Series

Tenenbaumâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lecture will discuss the important elements of what makes a successful wellness program. Some of his topics will cover the importance of company culture, management of costs, demographics and its impact on medical spend, employee lifestyle coaching, activities and incentives. 20$ Tue., Oct. 28, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. 912-354-5480. enmarkenjoy. com. Savannah Morning News, 1375 Chatham Parkway.

Extra Life Game Day

Sat., Oct. 25. memorialhealth.com/. Memorial Health University Medical Center, 4700 Waters Ave.

Free Enrollment Help for Medicaid and PeachCare

Parents can find the help they need to renew or sign up their children (ages 0-19) on Medicaid or PeachCare. Enrollment Assisters will work with clients through the process. Free and open to the public.

Mondays, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. and Wednesdays, 1-5 p.m.. 912-356-2887. Chatham County Health Department, 1395 Eisenhower Drive (facing Sallie Mood Dr.).

Free Hearing and Speech Screening

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

Free walk-in HIV testing. 8am-4pm Mon.Fri. No appointment needed. Test results in 20 minutes. Follow-up visit and coun58 seling will be set up for anyone testing

positive. Call for info. ongoing. 912-6445217. Chatham County Health Dept., 1395 Eisenhower Dr. Halloween Hatha Yoga Class with Tammie Folkers

Join Tammie as she leads you through a haunting yogic journey in the spirit of Halloween. She will spin a spooky tale as you practice along on your mat. $15 advanced/ $20 day of Sat., Oct. 25, 6-7:30 p.m. 912232-2994. marketing@savannahyoga.com. savannahyoga.com/events/halloween-hatha/. savannahyoga.com/. Savannah Yoga Center, 1321 Bull St.

Kid's Happenings

Halloween Hike at Oatland

A not-scary trick or treat and other seasonal activities, ideal for young children.

Treat bags provided. Wear costumes and walking shoes. $8 per child; $6 per adult; CASH ONLY! Oct. 24-25, 5-8 p.m. 912-3951212. annie.quinting@sccpss.com. oatlandisland.org. oatlandisland.org/. Oatland Island Wildlife Center, 711 Sandtown Rd. Baby & Mom Yoga

For mothers with babies who are precrawlers. Moms learn poses for baby to help with digestion and sleeping -- and get Health Care for Uninsured People a bit of relaxation, movement and camaraOpen for primary care for uninsured derie for themselves. $120 for a six session residents of Chatham County. Mon.-Fri., pass. Tuesdays, 10-11 a.m.. 912-704-7650.

8:30am-3:30pm. Call for info or appointann@douladeliveriescom. savannahyogament. ongoing. 912-443-9409. St. Joseph's/ center.com. savannahyoga.com. Savannah Candler--St. Mary's Health Center, 1302 Yoga Center Pooler, 111 Canal Street.

Disney on Ice: Treasure Trove Drayton St. Hypnosis, Guided Imagery and Relaxation Skating Disney characters return, with a Therapy treasure theme. $12-$50 Wed., Oct. 22, Helps everyday ordinary people with every- 7 p.m., Thu., Oct. 23, 7 p.m., Fri., Oct. 24, day ordinary problems: smoking, weight 10:30 a.m. & 7 p.m., Sat., Oct. 25, 11 a.m., 3 loss, phobias, fears, ptsd, life coaching. & 7 p.m. and Sun., Oct. 26, 1:30 & 5:30 p.m.

Caring, qualified professional help. See savannahcivic.com/events. savannahcivic. website or call for info. ongoing. 912-927com. Martin Luther King Jr Arena, 301 3432. savannahypnosis.com.

West Oglethorpe Ave. La Leche League of Savannah

A breast feeding support group for new/expectant monthers. Meeting/gathering first Thursdays, 10am. Call or see website for location and other info. ongoing. 912-8979544. lllusa.org/web/savannahga.html.

Living Smart Fitness Club

An exercise program encouraging healthy lifestyle changes. Mon. & Wed. 6pm7:15pm Hip Hop low impact aerobics at Delaware Center. Tues. 5:30-7:00 Zumba at St. Joseph's Candler African American Resource Center. (Program sponsors.) ongoing. 912-447-6605.

Irish Dancers of Savannah

Savannah's first organized Irish dance school welcomes dancers, ages 4 and up.

Learn Irish Step and Ceili (Irish square) Dancing at a relaxed pace. Convenient mid-town location. Adult classes available.

Thursdays.. 912-897-5984. irishdancsav@ aol.com.

New Mamas Club

A weekly Friday gathering of new moms and their babies. Practice baby & mom yoga, do a planned activity. Dream boards, affirmation writing, personalized aromatherapy and other projects. $20 per Planned Parenthood Hotline session. Six session discount. Fridays, 10 First Line is a statewide hotline for women a.m.-noon. 912-704-7650. ann@douladelivseeking information on health services. eries.com. douladeliveries.com. erigosaOpen 7pm-11pm nightly. ongoing. 800-264- vannah.com. Erigo, 5301 Paulsen Street.

Pegasus Riding Academy Fall Session 7154.

Register for Functional and Medical Needs This therapeutic riding program provides Emergency Registry equine assisted activities for individuThe Chatham County Health Department is als in Savannah with physical, mental or encouraging residents who may be eligible emotional disabilities. Horse experience for the Functional and Medical Needs not necessary. Tuesdays.. 912-547-6482.

Registry to apply. The Registry is for people prasav.org. Wicklow Farm, Wicklow Ave. who may need help functioning within a (behind Johnny Harris Restaurant).

Savannah Children's Museum School Year general shelter or the support of medical professionals at a more specialized facility Hours SCM hours beginning 8/31/13 will be and have no other way to evacuate, in a community emergency such as a hurricane Sunday 11am-4pm; Tuesday-Saturday evacuation order.To apply, residents should 10am-4pm. Open on holiday Mondays that SCC Public Schools are not in session call 912-691-7443. The application and protected health information authorization including Labor Day. For more details go to savannahchildrensmuseum.org ongoing. form can also be downloaded by going to Savannah Children's Museum, 655 Louiswww.gachd.org/chatham Every 3 days.

Zumba ville Road.

A total workout, combining elements of Savannah Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Book Festival Poster Contest Exhibit fitness, cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy, mixing Reception Nov. 5 5 p.m.. Oct. 22-Nov. 21.

City of Savannah Department of Cultural low-intensity and high-intensity moves for Affairs, 9 West Henry St. an interval-style, calorie-burning dance Toddler Tuesdays at Oatland Island Wildlife fitness party. Free. Call to register and for eligibility. Mondays, Wednesdays, 4:45-5:45 Center Toddlers 6 months to 4 years, and their p.m.. 912-525-2166. zumbabrandistyle@ adults. Themed programs--story books, gmail.com. brandimuhammad.zumba. singing songs, finger puppet plays, crafts, com/. Moses Jackson Advancement Cenguided walks, up close encounters with ter, 1410B Richards Street.

Oatland animals. Preregister by 4pm Monday. $5 children. Gen. Admission for adults ($5 or $3 for military & seniors) Tuesdays.

912-395-1500. oatlandisland.org. oatlandisland.org/. Oatland Island Wildlife Center, 711 Sandtown Rd. LGBT

First City Network

Georgia's oldest LGBT organization (founded in 1985), is a local non-profit community service organization whose mission is to share resources of health care, counseling, education, advocacy and mutual support in the Coastal Empire.

Members and guests enjoy many special events throughout the year, including First Saturday Socials held the first Saturday of each month at 7pm. Mondays. 912-236CITY. firstcitynetwork.org.

Gay AA Meeting

True Colors Group of Alcoholics Anonymous, a gay and lesbian AA meeting that welcomes all alcoholics, meets Thursdays and Sundays, 7:30pm, at the Unitarian Universalist Church, 311 E. Harris, 2nd floor. New location effective 11/2012. ongoing.

Georgia Equality Savannah

Local chapter of Georgia's largest gay rights group. 104 W. 38th St. 912-5476263. 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.

Call for location. ongoing. 912-288-7863. heather@savpride.com. savpride.com.

Stand Out Youth

A gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and questioning youth organization. Meets every Friday at 7pm. Call, email or see website for info. Fridays, 7-9 p.m. 912-6571966. info@standoutyouth.org. standoutyouth.org. Vineyard Church Office, 1020 Abercorn Street.

What Makes a Family

A children's therapy group for children of GLBT parents. Ages 10 to 18. Meets twice a month. Call for info. ongoing. 912-3522611.

Literary Events

Circle of Sister/Brotherhood Book Club

Meets last Sunday of the month, 4pm.

Call for info. ongoing. 912-447-6605. sjchs.org/body.cfm?id=399. AfricanAmerican Health Information & Resource Center, 1910 Abercorn St.

Exhibit: Savannah Historical Maps and Prints

A selection of maps and prints from the collection of John and Virginia Duncan, tracing the growth and development of Savannah through the 18th and 19th centuries, on exhibit in celebration of the City of Savannah's 225th anniversary in 2014. Free and open to the public.

Through Dec. 31. savannahga.gov. Savannah City Hall, 2 East Bay Street.

Midnight SpitFire Saturday Open Mic & Showcase

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tic forms of expression. Sign up begins at 11:30 pm. Brought to you by Spitfire Poetry Group, with support from The Performing Arts Collective of Savannah, Muse Arts Warehouse, DJ Doc Ock. $5 Spitters. $7 Sitters. Last Saturday of every month, 11:30 p.m.. musesavannah.org. musesavannah.org/. Muse Arts Warehouse, 703 Louisville Rd. State-of-the-University Address

Fri., Oct. 24, 9 a.m. savstate.edu/. Savannah State University, 3219 College St. Tea Time at Ola's (Book Club)

A book discussion group that meets the 4th Tuesday, 1pm. Bring a book you've read this month and tell all about it. Treats to share are always welcomed. Tea is provided. Call for info. ongoing. 912-232-5488. liveoakpl.org/. Ola Wyeth Branch Library, 4 East Bay St. Wormsloe: A Cultural Landscape Report with a Focus on Adaptive Management

Presented by Paul Caddy as part of the Wormsloe Foundation Lecture Series. $10 Sat., Oct. 25, 1 p.m. gastateparks.org/info/ wormsloe/. Wormsloe Historic Site, 7601 Skidaway Rd. Nature and Environment

Digging Savannah Walking Tour

Sat., Oct. 25, 3 p.m. chsgeorgia.org/History-Musuem.html. Battlefield Memorial Park, 601 West Harris St. Dolphin Project

Dolphin Project's Education Outreach Program is available to speak at schools, clubs, organizations. A powerpoint presentation with sound and video about estuarine dolphins and their environment.

Age/grade appropriate programs and handouts. See website for info. ongoing. thedolphinproject.org.

Recycling Fundraiser for Economic Opportunity Authority

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.

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/. 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.

Pets & Animals

Howl-O-Ween

Bryan County Bark Park second annual “Howl-O-Ween” BYOD (Bring Your Own Dog) event featuring fancy dressed Halloween dog competitions. Funds raised to benefit construction of dog park at Henderson Park. Location is Fish Tales Restaurant at Fort McAllister. $5 donation Tue., Oct. 28, 6-8 p.m. bryancountybarkpark.org. gastateparks.org/FortMcAllister/. Fort McAllister Historic Park, 3894 Fort McAllister Rd. 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 Savan-

912-544-0026

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Operation New Hope

Operation New Hope allows inmates to train unadoptable dogs from the Humane Society for Greater Savannah. The goals of the program are to decrease the recidivism rate among Chatham County inmates, help inmates learn a new skill, and help previously unadoptable dogs find loving homes.

The graduated dogs are available for adoption can be viewed at www.humansocietvsav.org, and www.chathamsheriff.org.

Operation New Hope is funded by the Humane Society and community donations. ongoing. chathamsheriff.org. humanesocietysav.org/. Humane Society for Greater Savannah, 7215 Sallie Mood Dr. Repticon Savannah Reptile & Exotic Animal Show

Repticon Savannah is a reptile event

St. Almo's

Savannah True Animal Lovers Meeting Others. Informal dog walks on Sundays, 5pm (weather permitting). Meet at Canine Palace. Call for info. ongoing. 912-2343336. caninepalacesavannah.com. Canine Palace Inc, 618 Abercorn St. Religious & Spiritual

Band of Sisters Prayer Group

All women are invited. Second Tuesdays, 7:30am-8:30am. Fellowship Assembly, 5224 Augusta Rd. Email or call Jeanne

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Free will astrology

by Rob brezsny | beautyandtruth@freewillastrology.com

ARIES

historical turning points to initiate.

The driest place on the planet is the Atacama Desert in northern Chile. It gets about a half-inch of rain per year. And yet in 2011, archaeologists discovered that it’s also home to a site containing the fossilized skeletons of numerous whales and other ancient sea creatures. I’m detecting a metaphorically comparable anomaly in your vicinity, Aries. A seemingly arid, empty part of your life harbors buried secrets that are available for you to explore.

If you follow the clues, you may discover rich pickings that will inspire you to revise your history.

LEO

March 21-April 19

TAURUS

April 20-May 20

Businessman Warren Buffet is worth $65.5 billion, but regularly gives away 27 percent of his fortune to charity. Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates owns $78 billion, and donates 36 percent. Then there are the members of the Walton family, owners of Walmart, where 100 million Americans shop weekly. The Waltons have $136 billion, of which they contribute .04 percent to good causes. You are not wealthy in the same way these people are, Taurus. Your riches consist of resources like your skills, relationships, emotional intelligence, creative power, and capacity for love. My invitation to you is to be extra generous with those assets -- not as lavish as Buffet or Gates, perhaps, but much more than the Waltons. You are in a phase when giving your gifts is one of the best things you can do to bolster your own health, wealth, and well-being.

GEMINI

May 21-June 20

You have two options. You can be in denial about your real feelings and ignore what needs to be fixed and wait for trouble to come find you. Or else you can vow to be resilient and summon your feistiest curiosity and go out searching for trouble. The difference between these two approaches is dramatic. If you mope and sigh and hide, the messy trouble that arrives will be indigestible. But if you are brave and proactive, the interesting trouble you get will ultimately evolve into a blessing.

CANCER

OCT 22-28, 2014

June 21-July 22

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Astronauts on the International Space Station never wash their underwear. They don’t have enough water at their disposal to waste on a luxury like that. Instead, they fling the dirty laundry out into space.

As it falls to Earth, it burns up in the atmosphere. I wish you had an amenity like that right now. In fact, I wish you had a host of amenities like that. If there was ever a time when you should be liberated from having to wash your underwear, make your bed, sweep the floor, and do the dishes, it would be now. Why? Because there are much better ways to spend your time. You’ve got sacred quests to embark on, heroic adventures to accomplish,

July 23-Aug. 22

What are those new whisperings in your head? Are they messages from your inner teacher? Beacons beamed back through time from the Future You? Clues from the wise parts of your unconscious mind?

Whatever they are, Leo, pay attention.

These signals from the Great Beyond may not be clear yet, but if you are sufficiently patient, they will eventually tell you how to take advantage of a big plot twist.

But here’s a caveat: Don’t automatically believe every single thing the whisperings tell you. Their counsel may not be 100-percent accurate. Be both receptive and discerning toward them.

VIRGO

Aug. 23-Sept. 22

In the English-speaking world, a sundae is a luxurious dessert that features ice cream topped with sweet treats like syrup, sprinkles, and fruits. In Korea, a sundae is something very different. It consists of a cow’s or pig’s intestines crammed with noodles, barley, and pig’s blood. I expect that in the coming week you will be faced with a decision that has metaphorical similarities to the choice between a sundae and a sundae. Make sure you are quite clear about the true nature of each option.

LIBRA

Sept. 23-Oct. 22

The average serving of pasta on a typical American’s plate is almost 480 percent bigger than what’s recommended as a healthy portion. So says a research paper titled “The Contribution of Expanding Portion Sizes to the U.S. Obesity Epidemic,”

by Lisa R. Young and Marion Nestle. Muffins are 333 percent larger than they need to be, the authors say, and steaks are 224 percent excessive. Don’t get caught up in this trend, Libra. Get what you need, but not way, way more than what you need. For that matter, be judicious in your approach to all of life’s necessities.

The coming phase is a time when you will thrive by applying the Goldilocks principle: neither too much nor too little, but just right.

SCORPIO

Oct. 23-Nov. 21

“Children are the most desirable opponents at Scrabble,” declares Scorpio author Fran Lebowitz, “as they are both easy to beat and fun to cheat.” I don’t wholeheartedly endorse that advice for you in the coming days, Scorpio. But would you consider a milder version of it? Let’s propose, instead, that you simply seek easy victories to boost your confidence and hone your skills. By this time next week, if all goes well, you will be ready to take on more ambitious challenges.

SAGITTARIUS

Nov. 22-Dec. 21

You are entering a phase when you will

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have more luck than usual as you try to banish parasitic influences, unworthy burdens, and lost causes. Here are some projects you might want to work on: 1.

Bid farewell to anyone who brings out the worst in you. 2. Heal the twisted effect an adversary has had on you. 3. Get rid of any object that symbolizes failure or pathology. 4. Declare your independence from a situation that wastes your time or drains your resources. 5. Shed any guilt you feel for taking good care of yourself.

6. Stop a bad habit cold turkey.

CAPRICORN

Dec. 22-Jan. 19

Are you ready to be as affable as a Sagittarius, as charismatic as a Leo, as empathetic as a Cancerian, and as vigorous an instigator as an Aries? No? You’re not? You’re afraid that would require you to push yourself too far outside your comfort zone? OK, then. Are you willing to be half as affable as a Sagittarius, half as charismatic as a Leo, half as empathetic as a Cancerian, and half as inspiring an instigator as an Aries? Or even a quarter as much? I hope you will at least stretch yourself in these directions, Capricorn, because doing so would allow you to take maximum advantage of the spectacular social opportunities that will be available for you in the next four weeks.

AQUARIUS

Jan. 20-Feb. 18

In the coming weeks I hope you will find practical ways to express your new-found freedom. All the explorations and experiments you have enjoyed recently were fun and provocative, but now it’s time to use the insights they sparked to upgrade your life back in the daily grind. Please don’t misunderstand what I’m saying. I love it when you are dreamy and excitable and farseeing, and would never ask you to tone down those attractive qualities. But I am also rooting for you to bring the high-flying parts of you down to earth so that you can reap the full benefits of the bounty they have stirred up. If you work to become more well-grounded, I predict that you will be situated in a new power spot by December 1.

PISCES

Feb. 19-March 20

The heavy metal band known as Hatebeak broadened the definition of what constitutes music. Its lead singer was Waldo, an African grey parrot. A review by Aquarius Records called Waldo’s squawks “completely and stupidly brilliant.” For Hatebeak’s second album, they collaborated with animal rights’ activists in the band Caninus, whose lead vocalists were two pitbull terriers, Basil and Budgie. In the coming weeks, Pisces, I’d love to see you get inspired by these experiments. I think you will generate interesting results as you explore expansive, even unprecedented approaches in your own chosen field.

happenings | continued from previous page Seaver or see website for info. "The king's heart is like channels of water in the hands of the Lord." (Prov. 21:1) ongoing.

912-663-8728. jeanneseaver@aol.com. capitolcom.org/georgia.

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. 912427-7265 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/familylifesingles.

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.

Columba House

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. Columba House, 34th Street between Abercorn and Lincoln Streets.

God on Broadway: The Lion King

The conclusion to Asbury's month-long series of Broadway-based worship services. Free and open to the public. Love offering. Sun., Oct. 26, 11 a.m. asburymemorial.org. Asbury Memorial United Methodist Church, 1008 Henry St. Guided Silent Prayer

Acoustical songs, 30 minutes of guided silent prayer, and minutes to receive prayer or remain in silence. Wednesdays, 6:458:00pm at Vineyard Church, 615 Montgomery St. See website for info. ongoing. vineyardsavannah.org.

A New Church in the City, For the City

Gather on Sundays at 10:30am. Like the Facebook page "Savannah Church Plant." ongoing. Bryson Hall, 5 E. Perry St. 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.

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6:00pm-7:00pm. Call for info. ongoing. 912-233-5354. Holy Spirit Lutheran Church, 622 E. 37th Street.

Savannah Friends Meeting (Quakers)

Un-programmed worship. 11am Sundays, third floor of Trinity United Methodist Church. Call or email for info. All are welcome. ongoing. 912-308-8286. savbranart@gmail.com. trinitychurch1848.org/.

Trinity United Methodist Church, 225 West President St. Savannah Reiki Share

During shares, participants take turns giving and receiving universal life force energy via Reiki and other healing modalities. Present at the shares are usually no less than 2 Reiki Masters. Come share with us on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of every month at the Sweet Water Spa in downtown Savannah. Sign up at Savannah Reiki Share or Reiki by Appointment on Facebook. Free ongoing, 7 p.m. 440-3715209. Sweet Water Spa, 148 Abercorn Street.

Science of Mind Foundations Class

A ten-week course for enhancing a spiritual connection to a Higher Power., and for discovering emerging direction and purpose and how to make it happen. Taught

by Rev. Wesley, with discussion, sharing and learning to grow. $20 each class Wednesdays, 6:30-9:30 p.m.. 912-3351905. cslsavannah@gmail.org. cslsavannah.org. Center for Spiritual Living, 109 E. 52nd 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. 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.

Tapestry Church

A church for all people! We don't care what you are wearing, just that you are here.

From the moment you walk in until the moment you leave, Tapestry is committed to delivering a creative, challenging, straight forward, and honest message about the role of biblical principles in your life. Come experience an environment that helps you connect with God and discover his incredible purpose for your life. Join us every Sunday morning 10AM at the Habersham YMCA. Sundays, 10 a.m. tapestrysavannah.com. ymcaofcoastalga.org/. YMCA (Habersham Branch), 6400 Habersham St. Theology on Tap

Meets on the third Monday, 8:30pm10:30pm. Like the Facebook page: Theology on Tap Downtown Savannah. ongoing. distillerysavannah.com. The Distillery, 416 W. Liberty St. Theology on Tap: Thirsting For More?

Conversations on faith for young adults, featuring speakers presenting theological topics for discussion, faith sharing, and community building. $1 off sandwiches and $3 off entrees when attending ToT. Sponsored by the Catholic Diocese of Sa-

vannah and Moon River Brewing Company.

Free to attend. Cash bar. Tuesdays, 7-10 p.m.. 912-201-4057. cposgood@diosav.org. moonriverbrewing.com/. Moon River Brewing Co., 21 West Bay St. Unitarian Universalist Church of Savannah

Liberal religious community where people with different beliefs gather as one faith.

Sundays, 11am. Email, call or see website for info. ongoing. 912-234-0980. admin@ uusavannah.org. uusavannah.org. uusavannah.org. Unitarian Universalist Church of Savannah, 313 Harris St. Unity Church of Savannah

Everyone is welcome. Unity of Savannah is not concerned with where people come from, what they look like, or whom they love – Unity is just glad that each person is here. Sunday 9:15am meditative service and 11:00am celebratory service show what the New Thought Movement is all about. Children’s church 11am service.

Unity loves all people, just as they are.

Sundays. 912-355-4704. unityofsavannah. org. unityofsavannah.org/. Unity Church of Savannah, 2320 Sunset Blvd.

meet new people. Sponsored by Savannah Adult Recreation Club. Wed. nights/Sun. mornings, at locations around Savannah. $450. Minimum 8 games. Ages 18+. Coed teams. See website or call for info. ongoing. 912-220-3474. savadultrec.com.

Derby Devils Roller Derby Classes

Roller derby league offers 12-week courses for beginners, recreational scrimmaging for experienced players and two annual bootcamp programs. See website for info. ongoing. savannahderby.com.

Grief 101 Support Group

Seven-week morning or evening adult support group offers tools to learn to live with loss. Tuesdays, 10am-11am; or Thursdays, 6:00pm-7:00pm. Free of charge. Offered by Hospice Savannah, Inc. Call for info. ongoing. 912-303-9442. Full Circle Center for Grief Support, 450 Mall Blvd., Suite H. Savannah Bike Polo

Like regular polo, but with bikes instead of horses. Meets weekly. See facebook for info. ongoing. facebook.com/savannahbikepolo.

Southeast Georgia Flag Football

An adult recreation 4 on 4 flag football A spiritual gathering with artist Joanne league. Registration now open for this Morton and friends on Wednesdays at league's inaugural season (Fall 2014) with 12:12pm in a different square in the a targeted start date of Aug 28th - could be Historic Distric of Savannah. This is a new a week or two sooner if registration goes Savannah ritual - a growing heart collective well. $200 per team Sundays.. 912-342for those who are committed to living from 3019. segaflag.com. segaflag.com. Pooler their hearts, and believing in the collective Recreation Complex, Pooler Parkway.

Ultimate Frisbee power of law of attraction. See website for each week's location. Wednesdays.. magic- Come play Ultimate! Tuesdays and Thursdays, 5:30pm until dark. Sundays, 4:30pm passionlove.com/savannah-gratitude. until we get tired. The west side of Forsyth Park. Bring a smile, two shirts (one light Special Screenings The Bird with the Crystal Plumage (1970, Italy) or white, one dark), water, and cleats Dario Argento's directorial debut, this film (highly recommended). ongoing. savanis a landmark in the giallo, or murder mys- nahultimateproject@gmail.com. savannatery, genre. $7 Sun., Oct. 26, 5 p.m. mushultimateproject.wordpress.com/pick-up/. esavannah.org/. Muse Arts Warehouse, 703 Forsyth Park, 501 Whitaker St. USMNT (Soccer) American Outlaws Chapter Louisville Rd. Film: Fireproof USMNT is a national soccer team that A fire chief uses a 40 day experiment represents the U.S. in international soccer called “The Love Dare” to rediscover God competitions. American Outlaws Savannah and bring love back to his marriage in chapter of USMNT meets regularly. Call for this Christian film. Free and open to the details. ongoing. 912-398-4014. savannahpublic. Fri., Oct. 24, 7:30 p.m. 912-355flipflop.com. Flip Flop Tiki Bar & Grill, 117 1505. Higher Ground Baptist Church, 9120 Whitaker St. Whitefield Ave. Savannah Film Festival: Save the Date Support Groups Savannah's premiere film event, sponsored Alcoholics Anonymous For people who want or need to stop drinkby SCAD. Stay tuned for announcements of 2014 schedule. Passes on sale now. Oct. ing, AA can help. Meetings daily throughout the Savannah area. Free to attend or join.

25-Nov. 1. filmfest.scad.edu/.

Zombie Flesh Eaters (1979, Italy) Check website for meeting days/times, or Directed by Lucio Fulci, this is considered call 24 hours a day. ongoing. 912-356-3688. one of the most gruesome films ever savannahaa.com.

Alzheimer's Caregiver and Family Support created. Sun., Oct. 26, 8 p.m. $7. musesaGroup vannah.org/. Muse Arts Warehouse, 703 For individuals caring for Alzheimer's Louisville Rd. and dementia family members. Second Monday, Wilm. Isl. United Methodist Sports & Games 11th Annual Savannah Golf Classic Church, 195 Wilmington Island Rd. Second A benefit for Lutheran Services of Georgia. Thursday, Ruth Byck Adult Care Center, 64 $125 for individuals; $500 for foursome Jasper St. Sponsored by Senior Citizens, Mon., Oct. 27, 11 a.m. 404-591-7067.

Inc. Call for info. ongoing. 912-236-0363 tmedina@lsga.org. lsga.org/savannah-golf- x143.

Amputee Support Group classic/. theclubatsavannahharbor.com/ Open to all who have had limbs amputated index.php. The Club at Savannah Harbor, and their families or caregivers. Call for #2 Resort Dr. Adult Coed Flag Football League info. ongoing. 912-355-7778.

8x8 Coed Flag League. Play adult sports, Back Pain Support Group Weekly Spiritual Gathering

Second Monday of every month,7:00pm.

Denny’s Restaurant at Hwy. 204. Everyone is welcome. For more info, contact Debbie at 912-727-2959 ongoing.

Brain Injury Support Group

For traumatic brain injury survivors and their caregivers. Third Thursdays, 5pm. In the gym of the Rehabilitation Institute at Memorial. ongoing. memorialhealth.com. memorialhealth.com/. Memorial Health University Medical Center, 4700 Waters Ave. Breast Cancer Survivors Group

Tuesdays, 5:20pm at First Presbyterian Church. For survivors and caregivers. Call for info. ongoing. 912-844-4524. fpc.presbychurch.net. First Presbyterian Church, 520 Washington Ave. Cancer Support Group

For anyone living with, through or beyond a cancer diagnosis. First Wednesdays, at Lewis Cancer Pavilion. Call for info. ongoing. 912-819-5704. Nancy N. and J.C. Lewis Cancer & Research Pavilion, 225 Reynolds Ave. Children/Youth Grief 101

A seven-week structured educational/support group for children ages 6-17. Offers support and coping tools, utilizing play and activity in learning to live with loss. Meets Tuesday evenings from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Call 912.303.9442 to register for next session which begins on October 14,2014.

Registration is requested. Tuesdays, 6-7 p.m. Full Circle Center for Grief Support, 450 Mall Blvd., Suite H. 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. 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.

Citizens With Retarded Citizens, 1211 Eisenhower Drive.

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are invited. Free and open to the public. ongoing. 912-927-8332. coastalempirepoliosurvivors.org.

Coastal Empire Polio Survivors Association Meeting

Sat., Oct. 25, 10:30 a.m. Nancy N. and J.C. Lewis Cancer & Research Pavilion, 225 Reynolds Ave. Debtors Anonymous

For people with debting problems. Meets Sundays, 6:30pm at Unity of Savannah. See website or call for info. ongoing. 912-5726108. debtorsanonymous.org. unityofsavannah.org/. Unity Church of Savannah, 2320 Sunset Blvd.

Eating Disorders Anonymous

Free, volunteer-led support group for recovery from anorexia/restrictive eating and/or bulimia/binge/purging. Not a diet group, nor for those who struggle solely with overeating. Mondays, 7:30pm-8:30pm.

Email for info. ongoing. edasavannah@yahoo.com. Asbury Memorial United Methodist Church, 1008 Henry St. Essential Tremor Support Group

For those with the disease, care partners, family and caregivers. Managing the disease, treatments and therapies, quality of life. First Thursdays, 3:00pm-4:30pm. Call for info. ongoing. 912-819-2224. Nancy N. and J.C. Lewis Cancer & Research Pavilion, 225 Reynolds Ave. Fibromyalgia Support Group

Second Thursdays, 5:30pm-6:30pm. Call or see website for info. ongoing. 912-8196743. sjchs.org. sjchs.org. Candler Heart and Lung Building, 5353 Reynolds Ave. Gambling Problem 12 Step Program

Twelve step program offers freedom from gambling. Meets weekly. Leave message with contact info. ongoing. 912-748-4730.

Georgia Scleroderma Support Group

A group for people with scleroderma for the greater Savannah area and surrounding counties. Meets regularly. Call for day and time. Lovezzola's Pizza, 320 Hwy 80 West, Pooler. Info: 912-412-6675 or 912414-3827. ongoing.

Grief 101

A seven-week, adult educational group offering support and tools for learning to live with loss. Meets Tuesday evenings from 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Call 912.303.9442 to register for next session which begins October 14, 2014. Registration is requested.

Tuesdays, 6-7 p.m. Full Circle Center for Grief Support, 450 Mall Blvd., Suite H. 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.

Heartbeats for Life

OCT 22-28, 2014

Free support and education group for those who have suffered from or want to prevent or reverse heart disease and/or diabetes. One Tuesday/month, 6pm. Free and open to the public. Tuesdays. 912-5988457. jeff@heartbeatsforlife-ga.org. South62 west Chatham Library, 14097 Abercorn St.

Klinefelter Syndrome/47-XXY Support Group

For parents of children with this diagnosis, and for men with this diagnosis. Started by the mother of a boy with 47-XXY. Email to meet for mutual support. ongoing. amkw21@gmail.com.

Legacy Group: For individuals with advanced and recurrent cancer.

Group addresses the concerns of advanced and recurrent cancer survivors from the physical, emotional, spiritual, and social aspects of healing. To register for a specific session and to learn about the group, please call Jennifer Currin-McCulloch at 912-350-7845. ongoing. 912-350-7845.

Curtis and Elizabeth Anderson Cancer Institute (at Memorial Health Univ. Medical Center), 4700 Waters Ave. Leukemia, Lymphoma and Myeloma Support Group

For patients with blood-related cancers and their loved ones. Call or see website for info. ongoing. 912-350-7845. memorialhealth.com. memorialhealth.com/. Memorial Health University Medical Center, 4700 Waters Ave. Narcotics Anonymous

Call for the Savannah Lowcountry Area NA meeting schedule. ongoing. 912-238-5925.

National Alliance of Mental Illness

Weekly free support group for anyone with a mental illness on Tuesdays from 6-8pm at Trinity Lutheran Church, 12391 Mercy Blvd.Call NAMI Savannah office, 912-3537143 for Family support group information and Family to Family classes. Tuesdays, 6-8 p.m. Trinity Lutheran Church, 12391 Mercy Blvd.

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/. 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.

Parents of Children with IEP's (Individualized Education Plans)

For parents of children attending ChathamSavannah Public School System who have IEP plans, to offer mutual support through the challenges of the IEP process. Email for info. ongoing. amkw210@gmail.com.

Parents of Ill Children

Backus Children's Hospital sponsors this group for parents with a seriously ill child receiving inpatient or outpatient treatment.

Case manager facilitates the meetings.

Meets weekly. Call for info ongoing. 912350-5616. memorialhealth.com/backus. memorialhealth.com/backus. Backus Children's Hospital, 4700 Waters Ave. Savannah-South Coast Parkinson's Support Group

The Savannah-South Coast Parkinson's Support Group will meet the first Saturday of each month from 9am - 11am at South

Coast Medical Group, 1326 Eisenhower Dr, Building 1. Contact James or Lou at 706413-3264 or email: admin@gaparkinsons. org for more information. Contact name: James Trussell Saturdays.. 706-413-3264. admin@gaparkinsons.org. southcoastmedical.com/Search/search_details_locations. php?location=1. Southcoast Medical Group (Southside Savannah), 1326 Eisenhower Dr. Parkinson's Support Group

First Thursdays, 5pm-6:30pm, Marsh Auditorium at Candler. Call for info. ongoing. 912-355-6347. sjchs.org/. Candler Hospital, 5353 Reynolds St. Pryme Multiple Sclerosis Support Group

Meets the second Tuesday of each month at St. Joseph’s Hospital,11705 Mercy Blvd., Meeting Room 1(on the 2nd Floor above ER entrance) at 6 p.m. An opportunity for people with MS and their families and friends to share information, develop coping strategies, receive support and become involved in community activities. ongoing.

912-819-2224. sjchs.org/. St. Joseph's Hospital, 11705 Mercy Blvd.

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.

Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy Support Group

Second Tuesdays at 7pm in Marsh Auditorium at Candler Hospital. For anyone with this disorder, plus family members/caregivers interested in learning more. Call for info. ongoing. 912-858-2335. sjchs.org/.

Candler Hospital, 5353 Reynolds St. 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/. 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/. Memorial Health University Medical Center, 4700 Waters Ave. Spouse/Life Partner Support Group

Open support group for adults whose spouses or life partners have died. Meets Thursday mornings from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Thursdays, 11 a.m.-noon. Full Circle Center for Grief Support, 450 Mall Blvd., Suite H. Survivors of Suicide Support Group

Suicide often leaves survivors with guilt, anger, hurt and unanswered questions.

Hospice Savannah/United Way of Coastal Empire/Coastal Suicide Prevention Alliance offer an ongoing support group. Third Thursdays, 6:30-7:30pm. Safe and confidential. Free to attend. Barbara Moss at Full Circle of Hospice Savannah, 912-6291089. ongoing. Full Circle 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.

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

The Age of Guillaume de Machaut

The Goliards, a medieval orchestra, will perform many pieces that are unique to Savannah. $12, free for K-12 students Sun., Oct. 26, 3 p.m. St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 34th & Abercorn Sts. Lovers & Players

SCAD's Performing Arts and Production Design departments present this play written by dramatic writing professor Kathryn Walat. Oct. 23-25, 8 p.m. and Sun., Oct. 26, 3 p.m. Mondanaro Theatre at Crites Hall, 217 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.

The Pillowman

Armstrong's Masquers theatre troupe presents this dark drama just in time for Halloween. Oct. 28-Nov. 1, 7:30 p.m. about. armstrong.edu/Maps/index.html. Armstrong State University, 11935 Abercorn St. Theatre: Spine Tingling Tales

A late night ghost show that's appropriate for most ages, but a little bit scary.

Produced by Odd Lot Comedy Troupe. $25 Fridays, 11 p.m. and Saturdays, 11 p.m.. soucyman@gmail.com. spinetinglingtales. com. savannahtheatre.com. The Historic Savannah Theatre, 222 Bull St. Theatre: The Faraways

An original live musical theater show, presenting its national tour premiere. Fridays: 7PM Saturdays: 12PM, 3:30PM and 7PM Sundays: 1PM and 4PM $17.50; $15/active military, $10/children 3-12; free/ ages 3 and under. Fri., Oct. 24, 7 p.m., Sat., Oct. 25, 12, 3:30 & 7 p.m. and Sun., Oct. 26, 1 & 4 p.m. savannahmall.com/. Savannah Mall, 14045 Abercorn Street.

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Volunteer docents needed during regular museum hours, Thurs.-Sat. 10am-4pm.

Docents will share Bethesda’s rich history and inspiring legacy with visitors from across the country and around the world. ongoing. 912-351-2061. Elizabeth.brown@ bethesdaacademy.org. Bethesda Academy, 9250 Ferguson Ave. Docents and Volunteers Needed at Flannery O'Connor House

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Duties: greet visitors, handle admissions, conduct merchandise sales and help with tours. Docent training and written narratives for reference during tours are provided. ongoing. 912-233-6014. haborrello@aol.com. flanneryoconnorhome.org.

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