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August 8 / 1- 4 PM “Come As You Are” to the Jepson Center for a 90s party with a special screening of a 90s cult movie featuring ‘Leonardo, Raphael, Donatello, and Michelangelo.’ Enjoy an acoustic music performance, participate in a gallery photo challenge and make your own temporary tattoos!

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Wednesday / 5 Film: Phantom Lady

Friday / 7 & SATUrday / 8

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Dog Days of Summer

Pups, bring your leash, grab your owner and get ready for some doggone fun on River Street. Enjoy doggy vendor booths, gourmet treats, pet portraits with your owners, and pup pools and misting stations.

Aug. 7-8, River Street.

The PFS pays tribute to late actress Ella Raines by screening the third film she ever made, a dark and intense murder mystery produced by Alfred Hitchcock’s former screenwriter and the first film noir directed by Robert Siodomak.

8 p.m The Sentient Bean, 13 East Park Ave. $7

Lecture: The Voyage of the Slave Ship Antelope

Jonathon Bryant will discuss and sign copies of his book, “Dark Places of the Earth: The Voyage of the Slave Ship Antelope.”

6 p.m Ships of The Sea Museum, 41 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd.

Free

Thursday / 6 Concert: Piaf and Paris

4 Friday / 7 First Friday Art March

Spend an evening transported to the streets of Paris as Natasha Drena and Jane Ogle sing some of Edith Piaf’s greatest love songs. Sasha Strunjas will strum his sultry guitar while Jared Hall shows off his skills on the piano and accordion. Expect to hear everything from gypsy jazz to classic Parisian cabaret tunes including, “Le Vie en Rose,” “I Love Paris,” and “La Mer.”

A monthly art walk featuring galleries, restaurants, boutiques and more. Free Trolley transportation, Indie Arts Market, and Kids Art Activities. First Friday of every month, 6-9 p.m, Art Rise Savannah, 2427 Desoto Ave. Free, 907-299-6227. info@artmarchsavannah.com

4 SATURDAY / Free Family Day: I Love the 90s

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“Come as you are” to the museum for a 90s dance party!

Don’t miss a special concert, make your own tattoos and take our photo challenge.

1-4 p.m., Jepson Center for the Arts, 207 West York St., Free. telfair.org/learn/freefamilydays/

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Join Mickey, Minnie, Donald and Goofy as they bring the timeless fairytale adventures of Cinderella, Beauty and The Beast, and Snow White and the Seven Dwarfsto life right in your hometown.

7 p.m., Savannah Civic Center, 301 West Oglethorpe Ave. savannahcivic.com

8-10 p.m Lucas Theatre for the Arts, 32 Abercorn St. $25 912-525-5050. lucastheatre.com

Concert: Voices in Sacred Song

4 Monday / 10 Monday Means Community Gun Violence: It’s Not So Black and White

Join Emergent Savannah for an indepth conversation on the organizations and efforts working towards curbing the gun violence in Savannah.

The evening will be a look at the background of this specific violence, how we compare to other small southern cities and a look into what it really means when we talk about gun violence, as well as who ends up being the actual collateral damage. 7 p.m., The Sentient Bean, 13 East Park Ave., Free.

Back for a third season, Savannah’s own Timothy Hall & the 2015 Festival Artists present this event favorite with music from oratorio, liturgical music and inspirational song.

First Presbyterian Church, 520 Washington Ave. $45 advance, $50 at door savannahvoicefestival.org

Friday / 7 David Friedman “Thought Exchange” Master Class

A composer and inspirational motivator, Friedman works with the artists in an exploration of the art of singing.

4-6 p.m Westin Savannah Harbor Golf Resort & Spa, 1 Resort Drive. $25 advance, $30 at door savannahvoicefestival.org

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Film: Road House

First Friday of every month, 7:30 p.m First Presbyterian Church, 520 Washington Ave. $5 donation 912-898-1876. savannahfolk.org

The Double Deuce is the meanest, loudest, and rowdiest bar south of the MasonDixon Line, and Dalton (Patrick Swayze) has been hired to clean it up. He might not look like much, but the Ph.D.-educated bouncer proves he’s more than capable, busting the heads of troublemakers and turning the roadhouse into a jumping hot-spot. But Dalton’s romance with the gorgeous Dr. Clay (Kelly Lynch) puts him on the bad side of cutthroat local big shot Brad Wesley (Ben Gazzara).

Goodbye-Hello

The night will celebrate the exit of current ownership at Non-Fiction and welcome ArtRise Savannah as the new directors. Enjoy live music, refreshments, beer, wine and fun. As part of the event, submit photos or quotes of some of your most memorable, favorite, funny or touching moments at the gallery.

8-10 p.m Lucas Theatre for the Arts, 32 Abercorn St. $9 912-525-5050. lucastheatre.com

Non-Fiction Gallery, 1522 Bull St.

Theatre: The Last Five Years

No Day But Today Productions is excited to bring Jason Robert Brown’s emotionally charged musical that ingeniously chronicles the 5-year life of a marriage, from meeting to break-up and from break-up to meeting, of two New Yorkers in their 20s who fall in and out of love over the course of five years.

First Friday Fireworks

Celebrate the end of the week and the beginning of a new month with First Friday Fireworks, presented by Wet Willie’s. first Friday of every month, 9:30 p.m Rousakis Plaza, River St. Free info@riverstreetsavannah.com riverstreetsavannah.com/event/ first-friday-fireworks

First Friday for Folk Music

Monthly folk music showcase hosted by the Savannah Folk Music Society in a friendly, alcohol-free environment.

August performers: Clark Byron and Chris Emerson & Ty Bennett.

Film: Dirty Dancing

Baby (Jennifer Grey) is one listless summer away from the Peace Corps. Hoping to enjoy her youth while it lasts, she’s disappointed when her summer plans deposit her at a sleepy resort in the Catskills with her parents. Her luck turns around, however, when the resort’s dance instructor, Johnny (Patrick Swayze), enlists Baby as his new partner, and the two fall in love. Baby’s father forbids her from seeing Johnny, but she’s determined to help him perform the last big dance of the summer.

8-10 p.m. Lucas Theatre for the Arts, 32 Abercorn St., $9, 912-525-5050 lucastheatre.com

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American Music Concert

Festival artists present a musical review of American musical traditions through beloved songs and popular tunes.

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First Presbyterian Church, 520 Washington Ave. $45 advance, $50 at door savannahvoicefestival.orgForsyth 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.

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Punk Rock Movie Night

Join the Sentient Bean for a monthly series of movies directly inspired by punk music, fashion or general attitude. The movie will start promptly at 8PM. Admission is free for customers. Attendees are invited to discuss and or promote any events or shows happening around town. second Saturday of every month, 8 p.m The Sentient Bean, 13 East Park Ave.

Sherrill Milnes Master Class

Legendary baritone and artistic leader of the VOICE Programs Milnes shares the process of great singing with audiences while he works with the 2015 Studio Artists.

1-3 p.m Westin Savannah Harbor Golf Resort & Spa, 1 Resort Drive.

Theatre: The Last Five Years

No Day But Today Productions is excited to bring Jason Robert Brown’s emotionally charged musical that ingeniously chronicles the 5-year life of a marriage, from meeting to break-up and from break-up to meeting, of two New Yorkers in their 20s who fall in and out of love over the course of five years.

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Monday / 10 Camp Voice Showcase

Savannah’s most talented youth offers a concert that showcases their workshop studies and gives them a moment to shine.

6:30-8 p.m Westin Savannah Harbor Golf Resort & Spa, 1 Resort Drive. $35 advance, $40 at door savannahvoicefestival.org

Sherrill Milnes Master Class

Legendary baritone and artistic leader of the VOICE Programs Milnes shares the process with audiences while he works with the 2015 Studio Artists.

1-3 p.m Westin Savannah Harbor Golf Resort & Spa, 1 Resort Drive.

Tuesday / 11 Concert: Carmen

The most famous opera in the world comes to the Festival with the rising stars of the operatic world as the cast. Jennifer Johnson Cano stars in the title role.

6:30-8:30 p.m Asbury Memorial UMC, 1008 Henry St. $65 advance, $70 at door savannahvoicefestival.org

Concert: Chamber Voices for Charleston

On June 17th, 2015 nine people were shot and killed during a prayer meeting at Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church in Charleston, SC. 13 Savannah Arts Academy graduates respond with the gift of song. English sacred music of the renaissance era will be performed.

Concert: Carmen

7:30-8:30 p.m Wesley Monumental United Methodist Church, 429 Abercorn St. Minimum Donation of $7 912-232-0191. wesleymonumental.org/

4-6 p.m Asbury Memorial UMC, 1008 Henry St. $65 advance, $70 at door savannahvoicefestival.org

Savannah Sand Gnats

The most famous opera in the world comes to the Festival with the rising stars of the operatic world as the cast. Jennifer Johnson Cano stars in the title role.

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charged musical that ingeniously chronicles the 5-year life of a marriage, from meeting to break-up and from break-up to meeting, of two New Yorkers in their 20s who fall in and out of love over the course of five years.

Film: Metropolis

“Metropolis” is a 1927 German expressionist epic science-fiction drama film directed

by Fritz Lang. L 7 p.m Sulfur Studios, 2301 Bull Street. $5 suggested donation

Theatre: The Last Five Years

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Vs. Rome. Two-for Tuesday.

7:05 p.m Grayson Stadium, 1401 East Victory Dr. $8

Tongue: Open Mouth and Music Show hosted by Melanie Goldey

A poetry and music open mic with an emphasis on sharing new, original, thoughtful work.

Second Tuesday of every month, 8 p.m The Sentient Bean, 13 East Park Ave.

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editor’s note

Unsafe at any speed In the nine years First Student held the school bus contract for Savannah-Chatham Public Schools, not only did they inspire thousands of parent complaints about allONE MORE YEAR and around incompetence, they apparently did I’m done with Savannahlittle to no contractually-required mainteChatham County Public nance on the locally-owned fleet of about Schools forever.

400 buses—three out of four of which were I’ve put two children left unsafe at any speed, according to an through the system, faithindependent audit. fully defending Go to the story for more info. But after it to its detracthe buses get rolling this week and the tors all along the way despite its obvious safety issue fades in the public consciousshortcomings. ness, another backstory will remain: The In all candor I cannot look you in the issue of why this School Board President eye and tell you I’d make the same decision and School Board are consistently not being again.

The reasons are legion, including bureau- given vital information by the administrative staff at 208 Bull Street, or given information cratic indifference, inconsistent policies at too late to make effective decisions. all levels, ineffective administrators, unadA case in point is the incriminating audit dressed disciplinary issues, and a small but corrosive number of abusive and irresponsi- of the school bus fleet done late last year, but ble teachers who know it’s almost impossible which Board President Jolene Byrne, the rest of the board, and the new bus contracfor them to be fired. tor only learned about literally days ago.

One problem I never had to deal with Combined with the fact that the new personally was the always-awful school bus contractor, Reliant Transportation, was system, a constant issue here regardless of conspicuously not allowed to inspect the which company was running it. fleet prior to bidding, we see that only by After the litany of horror stories about the grace of God was a tragedy avoided on late and/or non-arriving buses, absurdly the road. early pickup times, and the regular occurRegular readers of Connect will recall a rence of violent and/or abusive acts on the similar situation, when the school board was buses and the inability of drivers to police recently asked by Superintendent Thomas those incidents, it was a no-brainer.

I made up my mind very early on that I’d Lockamy to vote yes on his proposed buddo whatever it took to keep my children off get for the upcoming year—but weren’t those buses, and to transport them myself in shown the budget itself and had to demand to see it! my own vehicle, hell or high water.

The response is that administration Some might call that a “privilege,” in doesn’t want Byrne and the board to “microtoday’s social justice jargon. But in my manage.” But is it really micromanaging to mind it’s a sacrifice I deliberately made and read a budget you’re responsible for? planned for, a priority set and executed.

Is it really micromanaging to want to Other families, however, are unable to do know if school buses are safe to transport the same, and are forced to rely on the bus system. Regardless, we all can share a sense children?

Let’s put it this way: of outrage over the deplorably unsafe condiWho would voters hold responsible if, tion the taxpayer-owned bus fleet was left in God forbid, a dozen children were killed by departing contractor First Student—as in a bus accident because the brakes failed, explored in my story on the topic in this or a tire blew out at the wrong time, or the issue. engine burst into flames?

Much credit goes to Louise Phelps of Lockamy and the staff at 208 Bull Street? the Savannah Business Journal for breaking Or the elected officials of the Board? ground on the story first. Lou enterprised Over the tenure of many superintendents, the story hard a few weeks ago, and she really is the one responsible for bringing it to 208 Bull Street has earned a reputation as the most deeply entrenched and stubborn the public’s attention. bureaucracy in the region.

by Jim Morekis

jim@connectsavannah.com

Nothing that’s happened lately dispels that notion.

In researching this story, something more subtle but equally disturbing became apparent when looking at correspondence between Savannah-Chatham Schools and Reliant Transportation (a subsidiary of MV Transportation).

Reliant has a general policy of maintaining buses to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards and the North American Standard Out-of-Service Criteria.

At one point, in a remarkable and almost surreal exchange, local school officials debate with Reliant’s president over which standards to use: the federal standard or the less-stringent state standard?

The local school system seems to strenuously argue for the less-safe standard, presumably as a cost-cutting measure: “We must carefully monitor and account for all expenditures, including vehicle maintenance… The Letter of Intent was drafted specifically to acknowledge that the District, at its expense, would provide Reliant with a fleet at a baseline level of good repair, and to provide for the District’s rights to control costs,” writes Vanessa Miller-Kaigler, Chief of Facilities Management for the local schools.

Reliant President Kevin Klika responds: “It has come to our attention that some within the District are questioning whether the items we are repairing on the District’s fleet are actual safety defects… With the limited time remaining before school, I do not find it beneficial to debate what it and what a safety defect isn’t.”

This is a school district which just granted Lockamy a sizeable raise and which routinely collects tens of millions of dollars for new construction through sales taxes.

It’s a school district which allowed, and seemingly enabled, First Student to ignore its contractual responsibility to properly maintain the fleet, i.e., the above-mentioned “baseline level of good repair.”

And now they’re going to start pinching pennies over bus safety?

If this enrages you, you’re not alone.

But as with all bureaucracies, they hope you’ll just forget about it with time.

It’s up to you to remember. cs

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Throwing safety under the bus

First Student’s disastrous neglect of the school fleet caught many unaware

by jim morekis jim@connectsavannah.com

THIS WEEK, the buses of the SavannahChatham County Public School System begin their yearly rounds.

Between this Thursday and May 20, 2016 they’ll cover about six million miles— 25 times the distance from the earth to the moon.

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In a fleet of over 400 buses, they transport over 22,000 students a year, roughly half the district’s total enrollment.

This year, however, a new company will drive the taxpayer-owned buses, maintain them, and determine their routes.

From 2006-2015, Savannah-Chatham schools contracted bus service to the multinational firm First Student, largest school transport company in North America and owned by UK-based FirstGroup.

As of this past spring, however, that contract—amounting to about $10 million a year—was awarded to Reliant Transportation, a subsidiary of Dallas-based MV Transportation.

The relationship between SavannahChatham schools and First Student has been tense for years, with constant parent and school board complaints about late or non-arriving buses, routes that seemingly made no sense, and incompetent, sometimes 8 reckless drivers.

The average age of the fleet owned by the school system is nine years—the oldest buses being 1998 models—but that actually isn’t particularly unusual.

What is unusual, however, is the dangerous condition the buses were left in by the previous contractor, First Student, and how that information had such a difficult time seeing the light of day.

THIS YEAR, incoming School Board President Jolene Byrne made it clear that a divorce from First Student was on her wish list.

“When I took office in January one of my goals was to get rid of First Student. So many parents had complained to me, and I knew that the board was frustrated with them as well,” Byrne tells Connect.

“First Student had a long track record of late and lost buses, terrible customer service, and incompetent routing. It wasn’t until I was elected that I understood that maintenance was also a major issue.”

How major?

How about three out of every four buses being unsafe for the road?

A fleet assessment audit in November 2014 performed by Marshall Casey of Casey’s Kustoms shows an apparently institutional neglect of basic safety maintenance as called for by the contract.

In the audit Casey writes: “I found no documented evidence of a process that would insure that all defects were actually assigned and repaired…. in many cases the same defects were being recorded consistently month after month indicating that many repairs are being deferred for several months.”

For example, the auditor cites the case study of Bus Number 06-15.

In November, that particular bus was still transporting children despite having been identified as having nine maintenance/safety problems that would put it Out of Service, or “OOS” in bus jargon.

Casey writes that Bernie Vardzel, Regional Maintenance Manager of First Student, “could not produce for me any work orders indicating that any of the defects had been repaired prior to the bus returning to service.”

More disturbing, necessary repairs apparently went completely unnoticed by First Student crews.

For example, the audit finds that Bus Number 07-41 had both wiper blades defective, an inoperable windshield washer, “2 rolls of paper towels stuck behind mirror over driver’s area,” both cross view mirrors maladjusted, front roof hatch stuck closed, “strong smell of coolant near rear heater unit,” coolant reservoir hose leaking, support strap for coolant hose broken, front bumper bent, crossing gate improperly mounted, “wire to top stop arm cut,” battery hold-downs loose, “transmission fluid leaking with engine running,” neither stop arm capable of opening 90 degrees, among many other defects.

But First Student’s Ga. Dept. of Education-compliant maintenance log lists just a single problem with Bus Number 07-41: “Defects: Flasher/strobe.”

One of the audit’s conclusions is that “the majority of the vehicles inspected exhibited what should have been considered OOS type defects and raises serious concern over student safety and overall fleet condition.”

To be fair, First Student employees seem not to have been given much incentive to do high-quality work.

An entry-level mechanic employed by First Student in Chatham County started at just $13.75 an hour. They got a whopping dime-an-hour raise from First Student for

each ASE certification earned (at the time of the audit, only two mechanics had any ASE certifications at all).

Sometimes they were even asked to drive buses in addition to their regular duties.

In all, 75 percent of the fleet as inherited

by MV wasn’t roadworthy by state or federal standards, with over 7,000 safety or maintenance defects being discovered so far.

Among the defects, says a source within MV, are “brake shoes, brake drums, oil leaks, electrical problems. Emergency doors that didn’t work. Emergency door buzzers that didn’t work. Wheelchair lifts held up by broomsticks. Fifty wheelchair lifts that needed to be completely repaired.”

ASIDE FROM the deplorably unsafe condition First Student left the fleet in, there’s the issue of how Reliant/MV and the local school board were caught so unaware.

Though the damning audit was done in Nov. 2014, Board President Byrne didn’t receive a copy of it until last week—just a couple of days before Connect did.

And she received it not from SavannahChatham Public School Superintendent Thomas Lockamy or his staff—who clearly knew of the audit’s existence long before the Board did—but from MV itself.

“I received the audit from MV in paper form on July 25 and electronically on July 27,” says Byrne. “I did not know it existed until MV informed me of it in June.”

How did it come to this?

Perhaps a clue came in the pre-bid meeting in March, after a Request For Proposals went out for a new bus contractor.

Buried in the 103 questions recorded as having been asked of school representatives by potential bidders, at number 81, is this question: “Will the district set up a time for proposers to look at district buses?”

The school system’s one-word answer: “No.” That’s right: The school system wasn’t going to allow the new contractor to inspect the buses before the bid on a two-year, $20 million contract.

There were four companies originally interested in bidding. But because of the very short turnaround before this school year, not to mention the lack of reliable information, two dropped out. continues on p. 10

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and was not properly maintained.”

In a stunning display of hubris, Vanessa Miller-Kaigler, Savannah-Chatham’s Chief of Facilities Management and Support Services, wrote back to Klika: “To be clear, Reliant is obligated under the terms of the Student Transportation Services Agreement to ensure that all stuTHE NEW CONTRACT with MV specifically says Savannah-Chatham’s buses dents are transported safely.”

Miller-Kaigler went on: will be in “good condition” upon the take“With respect to your comments about over, which any reasonable person would see the condition of the bus fleet, we suggest isn’t the case. that finger-pointing is not a productive So the company was faced with a endeavor, and as your client, we expect dilemma: How to honor their end of the contract and provide safe service by Aug. 6, your company’s full attention in building a relationship with the school district that is when Savannah-Chatham’s end of the deal supportive of a high-quality transportation was honored in something less than 100 service,” she wrote. percent good faith.

“Reliant had ample opportunity to Mike Vaquer, spokesman for Reliant, says “Reliant Transportation will not put unsafe inspect the fleet prior to the execution of the buses on the road to transport this commu- Services Agreement,” she says—an arguable statement at best. nity’s children, period.”

Then Miller-Kaigler taunts: Reliant mechanics are now working “I would be surprised to hear that a overlapping 12-hour shifts to ready what sophisticated company of Reliant’s caliber vehicles they can. To make up for the huge amount of buses which the company either was somehow caught unaware because it ‘naturally assumed’ certain facts about the cannot fix in time or which are simply too far gone to be repaired anytime soon, they’re status of the fleet.”

In short, the Savannah-Chatham school also leasing buses from other school syssystem is now holding MV accountable for tems, such as Columbus, Ga. And a small number of brand-new buses the maintenance it neglected for years to hold First Student accountable for. are awaited to come off assembly lines in MV’s response is to do as much as it can, Oklahoma.

After a series of face-to-face meetings and as fast as it can. “So far they’ve gone above and beyond,” says Jolene Byrne. other correspondence, Reliant President “I have high hopes for this new provider.

Kevin Klika sent a letter to Superintendent At the very least, I’m confident that they will Lockamy on July 28, further detailing the challenges of having the decrepit fleet road- always put safety for our students first,” she says. worthy by Aug. 6.

As this issue goes to press, an MV While the fleet optimally needs 415 buses, in the letter Klika says as of last week spokesman tells us that through a combination of hard-working mechanics, leased they’d only be able to have 294 ready to vehicles, and new vehicles coming in from go. (That number has since been revised Oklahoma, they’ve managed to put together upward.) the minimum number of buses needed to Klika goes on to write: “We came into this community with lim- successfully open the school year.

Bluster and bravado aside, Savannahited knowledge, based on news reports, that there had been several safety issues with the Chatham schools are suing First Student fleet,” he says. “However, it was not until we for the added cost of maintenance it never had a signed contract with the District that performed.

In addition, they’re holding back the final we were able to do any thorough mainte$2 million owed First Student, though that’s nance inspections.” unlikely to be near enough to cover the cost.

Klika maintains that during the bidding As for Byrne: Does she regret pushing so process, “there was never any indication from Savannah-Chatham County Public School hard so quickly for a new bus company?

In hindsight, would it have been better to System staff that the bus fleet was severely below an acceptable or industry standard of wait another year?

“There is no way we could have continued repair.” with First Student,” Byrne answers.

Klika continues: “They allowed hazardous buses to trans“At no time did the District’s staff provide our company with a copy of the fleet main- port children, and based on the condition of the fleet at the end of the school year, nothtenance audit conducted in the fall of 2014 that clearly determined the fleet was unsafe ing had changed.” cs That left MV—and First Student itself.

This past April 1, the Board unanimously voted to accept MV’s bid.

And then MV was able to take their first look at the buses.

The April Fools Day joke was on them.

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Dottie Kluttz: Saving the art of storytelling “The shortest distance between two people is a story,” she says. “It is how we honor our ancestors, pass on wisdom. It is how we link ourselves to one another.”

THIS shouldn’t surprise Kluttz founded the Story Keeping proanyone, given my profesgram at Hospice Savannah. Now run by sion. But I believe in the Suzi Barber, it gives dying people a chance to power of storytelling. Real record and pass on their own stories. live, person-to-person And like me, she believes storytelling is conversation. in danger. But she’s trying to save it. She Hearing other peoand George Dawes Green, founder of The ple tell their life’s stoMoth, are two of Savannah’s most outries and asking them questions empowers, spoken preachers for old-fashioned “front refreshes, entertains, moves and frees me. porch” style deep listening.

(I also like telling my own life’s stories.

Their enemies are legion. We absolutely But the only person who seems to have the worship text messages, handheld computers time to listen goes by “Licensed Clinical and the “cult of busyness.”

Social Worker” and charges $90 per hour.)

But Kluttz is no icon smasher. She wants No, sitting down and telling stories of any to incorporate storytelling into our daily meaning, for any amount of time, without lives. She also believes it’s good for business. any purpose attached is a snake-handling “Long before the first product was made, sect in this digitally-enslaved millennial age. long before the first non-profit was formed, I follow that sect. So it was only a matter of time before I met and profiled Dottie we already had the key to get someone to Kluttz, one of this city’s greatest storytelling buy your product, join your organization or give you money,” she says. “And that is advocates.

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one sentence: Hear my story.”

Kluttz coaches executives in “organizational storytelling.” It’s not the same as PR. It’s a type of creativity that challenges conventional management.

“You’re not going to win people with your stats,” she says. “You’re going to win them with your story.”

She calls Powerpoint the “evil of public speaking.” Yet, I participated in a Powerpoint-style storytelling event several years ago. The Japanese style “pecha kucha” movement existed here briefly.

It was followed by the more recent “slideluck” events at the American Legion. All of these (and “story slams”) are examples of how storytelling is evolving.

“Times have changed but people have not,” says Kluttz. “We are still hungry for stories.”

To incorporate storytelling into our daily lives, the Virginia native, nurse and educator suggests starting small and setting limits. Promise people no more than 5 or 10 minutes.

Keep the subject matter loose and freeflowing. She talks most movingly, for example, about the now-vanished memories she’s captured on tape for loved ones: going to school, going to war, first love and other lifechanging events.

Does anyone talk like this anymore?

“I’ve gotten to see what America looked like a long time ago,” she says. “I’ve gotten to see how that America came to be this America.”

She’s now documenting stories for Savannah’s Honor Flight program, serving World War II veterans. But the rest of us shouldn’t wait for old age to open our mouths and ears.

“Your story is important,” she says. “When you were born, you were given your own name, your own life story. And it needs to be lived, it needs to be told.”

And I truly believe that telling stories, in person, authentically, can transform our world and deepen our own abilities to think, perceive and create. Like she says, all it take is one sentence: Hear my story. cs

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New tool will help recover stolen bikes in Savannah looking through boxes of paper tickets when someone had lost their bike and came back to get their serial,” he I UNWILLINGLY joined said. a not-so-exclusive club “I started learning programming last summer. Many people and I wanted this to exist in the reading this may also be world, so I made it.” members.

His Bike Index and Hance’s StoWe are victims of len Bike Registry merged in July 2014. bike theft.

“I have always been more excited The Savannah about the pre-registration thing, so Chatham Metropolitan Police Department officer who took my report was polite it made a lot of sense to partner with the guy who had been doing the and professional as he asked for the bikes’ post-theft thing the longest and the serial numbers. In these sorts of situations, I imagine police officers feel a little like con- best,” Herr said.

Bike Index offers a simple way venience store clerks entering customers’ for owners to enter information Powerball picks. They dutifully follow the procedure, knowing all the while the chances about their bicycles, including photographs, online. If a person’s bike is of getting lucky are remote.

My bikes were locked in a backyard shed, taken, he or she can use the site to which is connected to my home’s alarm tag it as stolen, after filing a police system. report.

According to Bryan Hance, this scenario “We ask that people go get traditional is not unusual. police report numbers first before listing it “Everybody has this preconceived notion as stolen on Bike Index, so we can have the of bike theft being a guy on the street with reference number in the report,” Hance said. a car jack or a pair of clippers, but so many Then Bike Index engages its network of bikes are taken from spots where the owners users (It’s claimed to be the most widely were sure that the place was safe,” he said. used bicycle registration service in the Hance launched stolenbikeregistry.com a world) and social media to spread the news decade ago after having multiple bikes stolen of the theft, effectively crowdsourcing the while he was a student at the University of effort to recover bikes.

Arizona in Tucson.

Because the site is searchable by the Seth Herr, who works in a bike shop, public, unlike databases of stolen bikes approached the same problem from a differ- maintained by law enforcement agencies ent angle. or universities, people can use it to confirm “I was really frustrated that I couldn’t give the status of a used bicycle they may be my customers a simple, permanent storage interested in purchasing. This is especially for their serial numbers, and was also fed up helpful for verifying ownership of bicycles

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spoken to has been all about the Bike Index being an ally, which is great. I think they see the value in getting the community to register, check and handle a lot of the work,” Hance said.

Stories of people who have been reunited with their bikes, thanks to Bike Index’s ability to focus more eyes on the street, are regularly published on the website.

Because many Savannahians have experienced bike theft, Bike Index could be especially effective here.

Hance said people, “bend over backwards to help someone get their stolen bike back, even if they’re the ones who bought it, because they’ve more often than not been hit posted for sale on Craigslist. by thefts themselves.”

Bike shops can check bikes brought in While Bike Index uses technology to for repairs and pawnshops can look up recover stolen bicycles, people in the cycling bikes brought in by their customers. Once a community power its success. bicycle is confirmed as stolen, police can be “Just making the information accessible alerted. ends up recovering stolen bikes, which is The site’s national reach permits bikes fantastic and makes me think people who stolen in one city to be identified if they turn ride bikes are pretty cool,” Herr said. up in another, something that is not possible with local stolen bike Facebook groups or The Savannah Bicycle Campaign is partnering with pages.

Bike Index to make the service available through The site is not intended to compete with the SBC website. SBC will assist people with bicycle existing bike registration programs operregistration at events and use its social media assets ated by police, however a number of police to alert the local cycling community when bikes are departments are actively using it to involve listed as stolen. For more information, visit citizens in the search for stolen bikes. bicyclecampaign.org “Every law enforcement agency I’ve

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I’ve heard the U.S. has the highest percentage of its population incarcerated of any country in the world. Is there a single crime or category of crime in which we excel that puts us in the top spot? Or are we just better at committing crime across the board? My guess is the war on drugs accounts for much of our prison population.

Can you provide a breakdown showing how we’ve achieved our less-than-enviable position?

—David Burns THE DRUG war contributed, but it’s not the major factor behind our crazy high imprisonment rate. What does explain it then? I’ll just say the more you delve into this, the more complicated it gets.

Let’s review the incarceration rate, first discussed in this space in 2004. The U.S. currently has more than 321 million people.

According to the World Prison Population List, the United States has a total prison population, including pretrial detainees, of 2.24 million. This works out to 716 prisoners per 100,000 people, the highest rate in the world.

Let that soak in. Consider: • The U.S. has 4.4 percent of the world’s population but 22 percent of the world’s prisoners. For sheer numbers, our only close competitors are Russia (680,000 prisoners) and China (1.64 million sentenced prisoners plus 650,000 in pretrial/administrative detention).

• In terms of imprisonment rate, our closest competitors are mostly tiny island

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countries. (Number two: St. Kitts and Nevis, 714.) Among major nations, the closest to us is Russia, 475. The world average is around 150; for western European countries, it’s around 100. Up till 1970, that’s what it was for us, too.

• The U.S. incarceration rate bears no close relation to the crime rate. The percentage of Americans in prison rose sharply between 1970 and 1999 and has fluctuated since then but remains close to the historical peak. In contrast, U.S. rates for violent and property crime started heading up in the early 1960s, peaked in 1991, and since then have fallen by roughly half. In other words, for the past quarter century, the U.S. crime and imprisonment rates have headed in opposite directions.

Some will say: Well, of course—the crime rate has gone down because all the troublemakers are in jail! That’s not proven, but even if it were, think what it would say about us: we throw the book at people less because of the crimes they did commit than because of the ones they might commit. In other words, a country that prides itself on being a beacon of liberty has more or less consciously adopted a policy of long-term preemptive detention.

But to repeat: things are complicated.

You think most prisoners are there because of drug offenses? That’s true at the federal level, where more than half the convicts are in because of drugs. However, at the state level—and the states account for 87 percent of U.S. prisoners—drug crimes account for only 16 percent of those doing time.

The majority of state prisoners—54 percent as of 2012—were convicted of violent crimes, 19 percent of property crimes, and the remainder everything else (e.g., drunk driving).

For state and federal prisoners combined, 20 percent were convicted of drug offenses.

Assuming that 20 percent of the 744,500 U.S. pretrial detainees (as of 2012) are likewise in on drug charges, then if everyone behind bars for drug offenses were freed, the

U.S. incarceration rate would be 573, which would still put us third highest in the world.

In short, you can’t blame the imprisonment epidemic specifically on the war on drugs.

Informed opinion attributes it to harsh laws and policies spurred by fear of rising crime during the 1970s and 80s that imposed stiffer penalties for a broad spectrum of offenses.

Now let’s stride boldly into a minefield.

Is the U.S. imprisonment rate high because we’re locking up so many black people? At first blush, no—leave black prisoners out of the picture and the U.S. incarceration rate is still 458, putting us in a tie for tenth worldwide with St. Martin. If we don’t count any nonwhites, the incarceration rate would be 239, still well above the world average.

Some will say: the white convicts were caught up in draconian sentencing laws mainly aimed at minorities, and specifically at black men.

Let’s break that down. Do stiffer drug penalties single out black people? The numbers say no. Of state prisoners, 14 percent of whites are in for drugs, 15 percent of Hispanics, and 16 percent of blacks—no big diff.

Violent crime? That’s another story. Of state prisoners, 49 percent of whites were convicted of violent offenses vs. 58 percent of blacks and 60 percent of Hispanics.

Inquiring further, we find whites constitute 80 percent of the U.S. population and 32 percent of imprisoned violent criminals. For Hispanics, it’s 17 percent and 23 percent; for black people, 13 percent and 41 percent.

Conclusion: The appallingly high number of U.S. prisoners can’t be attributed to any one class of offenses. Rather, it’s resulted from get-tough-on-crime laws that have fallen most heavily on black men. cs

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news & Opinion | blotter 2015 Sav/Chatham County Homicide Total through Sun. Aug. 2:

22 (8 solved)

Ellis Square shooting injures five

“An argument and shoving match between two men in Ellis Square ended in a shooting that injured five bystanders early Sunday morning,” police say.

At about 3:07 a.m. Savannah-Chatham Metropolitan Police officers patrolling City Market heard multiple gunshots in Ellis Square. Responding officers located three shooting victims in the area.

The victims were transported by ambulance to Memorial University Medical Center. “Two additional victims of this shooting arrived at MUMC in private vehicles. The five victims sustained non-life threatening injuries,” police say.

The victims include a 16-year-old female, Jamaica McCann-Bell, 19, Austin Brown, 21, Rodney Hardee, 23, and Stephen Maynard 23, who is a Ft. Stewart soldier.

“Investigators believe the five victims have no affiliation with the suspect,” police say.

Investigators are searching for two subjects. The first is a fair complexioned black

with a brown Nissan sedan,” April deaths ruled ‘murder-suicide’ police say.

The officer was trans“Bodies found in ported to Candler Hospital. a Windsor Forest The driver of the Chevrolet neighborhood house was transported by ambuon April 18 have been lance to Memorial University identified as a mother Medical Center. Both drivers and son and the case sustained non-life threatenhas been closed by ing injuries.

Savannah-Chatham o In the robbery, “the black Metropolitan Police Farg ls Wel the of o Vide Police officer involved in five-car acci- male walked into the bank as a murder-suicide,” robber dent while responding to bank robbery on the 5700 block of Waters police say.

Savannah-Chatham Metropolitan Police Avenue, produced a handDetectives have Department is investigating a five-vehicle gun and demanded money. He then left “positively identified the bodies as Patricia accident that sent a Metro officer and a civil- on foot at 12:45 p.m. No injuries were Witherspoon, 80, and Ralph Terrill, 50.” ian driver to hospitals Friday afternoon. reported.”

The investigation confirmed that “Terrill “Just before 12:50 p.m. an SCMPD had killed his mother and then commitpatrol officer was in route to a bank robbery Teen shot on bike at 38th and Ott ted suicide in the house they shared on the in progress at a Wells Fargo Bank branch on Detectives are investigating a shooting 12000 block of Sunnybrook,” police say.

Police discovered “a history of abuse of the 5700 block of Waters Avenue,” a depart- that wounded a 13-year-old male Sunday. the woman in the house which had been ment spokesman says.

“At 3:10 p.m. Metro officers were disbarricaded from inside. The two had been “The patrol car’s emergency equipment patched to the intersection of Ott and dead for a considerable amount of time was activated when it was struck by a silver East 38th streets, where the teen was before a lawn care worker alerted police to Chevrolet sedan on Waters Avenue and found suffering from a gunshot wound,” an odor coming from the house.” cs East 69th Street. The impact caused the police say. patrol car to ricochet into a parked SUV. Investigators believe the victim was ridGive anonymous crime tips to CrimestopThis caused the SUV to overturn and hit ing a bicycle with another male just before pers at 912/234-2020 or text CRIMES a silver Volkswagen parked next to it. At the shooting. Investigators seek to identify (274637) using keyword CSTOP2020. the same time the silver Chevrolet collided that bicyclist. male in his early to mid-20s. During the incident he wore orange shorts and a light colored, button-up shirt. He was last seen on foot, traveling west from City Market.

The second suspect is described as a black male in his early to mid-20s, “with a short, unkept fade haircut,” police say. During the incident he wore a white shirt and dark jeans. He was last seen traveling eastbound from City Market on foot.

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Among the health and fitness apps for computers and smartphones are sex-tracking programs to document the variety of acts and positions, degrees of frenzy and lengths of sessions (via an on-bed motion detector) -- and menstrual trackers aimed at males (to help judge their partner’s fertility but also her predicted friskiness and likelihood of orgasm). Several have chart- and graph-making potential for data (noise level, average thrust frequency, duration, etc.), and of course, the highlight of many of the apps is their ability to create a “score” to rank performance -- even encouraging comparisons across a range of populations and geography. (Sociologist Deborah Lupton’s app research was summarized in the July Harper’s Magazine.)

this year hosted 50 competitors from four continents, according to a July New York Times dispatch. The leading U.S. player -Ben Rothman of Oakland, California, the “croquet pro” at Mission Hills Country Club near Palm Springs -- is the reputed “world’s leader” in prize money ($4,500).

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Mine worker Joshua Clay claimed in a lawsuit that a foreman had twice taunted him for complaining about conditions -- by restraining him and spray-painting his testicles white. Clay filed against Kielty Mine in Mingo County, West Virginia, in July, alleging that the company had forced him to work on the dirty side of a coal-dust conversion machine -- a practice forbidden by federal regulations -- and that when he complained, he was subjected to off-the-books discipline.

Maryland state Delegate Ariana Kelly was charged with trespassing and indecent exposure in June after she arrived at her ex-husband’s home to drop off their kids and learned that marry me Inexplicable his girlfriend was inside. Accordronda rousey A KPHO-TV news story ing to police, she started banging in Phoenix featured a local on the door and ringing the bell doctor advising expectant repeatedly and, aware that her mothers against “tweaking” husband had a camera trained on the result of home pregnancy the doorway, she faced it, exposed We Are Not Alone tests. Some women, apparently, her breasts and shook them, one in (1) Scientists from Australia’s James had discovered the magic of “Phoeach hand, toward the lens. EventuCook University told reporters in June that ally, she dared an officer to arrest her. toshopping” the pink reading on they had spotted an aggressive fish that the home test’s strip -- to take (The Washington Post reported that can walk on land making its way toward a faint pink line (not a certiKelly is a member of a legislative task the country from Papua New Guinea. The fied pregnancy) to make it bold force studying maternal mental health native freshwater “climbing perch” can live (pregnant!). Although the doctor warns issues.) out of water for days and has survived short of the general hazard of “false positives,” the saltwater treks from PNG toward AustraIronies 415-word news story does not explain how lia’s Queensland. (2) In July, the Texas Parks • An 87-year-old man, taking his license Photoshopping a not-positive reading into and Wildlife Department posted a warning renewal driving test in Deerfield, Illinois, in a positive one improves the likelihood of photo of a so-far-rare Texas Redhead -- an June, accidentally crashed into the driver’s conception.

8-inch-long centipede with gangly white license office (based on brake/accelerator legs tipped with venom-delivering fangs and confusion). Neither he nor the examiner Mangoes in the News which eats lizards and toads. was injured.

(1) Josefina Tometich, 64, was arrested in • An 83-year-old man, driving around Fort Myers, Florida, in June, charged with The Continuing Crisis Cape Coral, Florida, in May, suffered a fatal shooting out the back window of Christo• Reuters reported in early July that a heart attack at the wheel, and the unconpher Richey’s pickup. Richey had fetched a big loser in the nuclear pact between Iran trolled car came to rest in shrubbery ringing “perfect-looking” mango from the street in and six world powers was (since all negotia- the Florida Heart Associates building. front of Tometich’s house, but Tometich tors have gone home to sell the deal) the • Wrong Place, Wrong Time: (1) A court insisted it was hers since it had earlier fallen brothel industry of Vienna, Austria, which in Lincoln, Nebraska, which had already from her tree. (An attorney consulted by hosted that final round. With so many sent Paul Boye to prison for at least 10 years WBBH-TV said wind-blown mangoes (male, mostly) diplomats in town for two for shooting his girlfriend, ordered him in landing on public property is a legal “gray stressful months, business had been robust June to cover her resulting medical bills. The area.”) (2) In one of the most successful -- especially compared to the previous woman had taken a .22-caliber bullet, which redresses of grievance in history, the Venround in notoriously expensive Lausanne, left a scar cutting right through her tattoo ezuelan government gave Marleny Olivo a Switzerland. reading “Happiness Is A Warm Gun.” (2) A new apartment in April. Only days before, -- The Undernews From Wimbledon: task force of Benton, Arkansas, police and as President Nicolas Maduro toured her The All England Club, host of tennis’s most U.S. Marshals tracked down Tieren Watneighborhood in Aragua state, she had son, 26, in June after he had spent several hallowed tournament, is, formally, the All hurled a mango at him with her phone England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, at days on the lam as a suspect in a shooting. number on it, hitting him just below the ear.

When arrested, he was wearing a T-shirt which presumably Britain’s 11,900 croquet The new president (a “man of the people”) reading “You Can Run, But You Can’t Hide.” called her, listened to her story, and ordered “regulars” aspire to play -- although their British Open Championship is actually held a housing upgrade. at the nearby Surbiton Croquet Club, which

Least Competent Criminals

Awkward: (1) A 26-year-old carpenter, trying to break open an ATM at an ICICI Bank in Delhi, India, at 2:30 a.m. on July 8, accidentally locked himself in the tiny space behind it (used to service the machine safely) and phoned police to come rescue him. (2) A carjacker in Omaha, Nebraska, on July 16 commandeered a car from a woman at gunpoint and climbed in. However, according to the woman, she is short and he was very tall, and after fumbling a bit trying to adjust the seat, he gave up (having driven only a few feet) and ran off.

Update

As News of the Weird has noted, some observant Jews are magnificently creative in devising workarounds to ancient ritual restraints. For instance, the KosherSwitch theoretically allows Jews to defeat the restriction on engaging electricity during Shabbat. By employing a laser circuit that periodically malfunctions, or delays, in connecting a switch to a power flow, it permits the user technically to not be the direct cause of the electricity. (The KosherSwitch is currently the subject of a crowd- funding project sponsored by the device’s patent holder.) Less ingenious, as News of the Weird noted in 2010, is the Yom Kippur workaround for “fasting” coffee addicts: caffeine suppositories.

A News of the Weird Classic (August 2010)

Time magazine reported in August (2010) that among the entries in “Detroit Hair Wars” (showcasing pieces by 34 stylists) were The Hummer (stylist: “Little Willie”), in which a mass of extensions is shaped to resemble the vehicle, including four large, rolled “tires” -- with metallic hubcaps and front grid added; and Beautiful Butterfly (stylist: Niecy Hayes), featuring extensions thinned, teased and stretched so that four angelic “wings” arise from the model’s head.

Both stylings appear to be at least 2 feet long, dwarfing the models’ heads. cs By chuck shepherd UNIVERSAL PRESS SYNDICATE

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If you want to sing out, sing out: VOICE Festival returns

by Anna Chandler anna@connectsavannah.com

Welcome to the summer of song.

Savannah VOICE Festival, our fair city’s love letter to the human voice, is back and better than ever! For fifteen days, voices from around the world will reverberate through the city in celebration of opera, musical theatre, and song.

Founded by Sherrill Milnes, the most recorded American opera singer of his time, and his wife, soprano Maria Zouves, Savannah VOICE Festival exists to bring opera to new audiences and train aspiring artists. With so many events, opera fans and those looking to get their first glimpse of the art will surely find something to delight and inspire.

Milnes advises that the VOICE Festival is a unique opportunity to see the wonders of the human body at work.

“A lot of singers nowadays are used to amplification, used to microphones,” he points out. “That is what we see at rock concerts. We stress very much the beauty and emotionality of the human voice unamplified, unplugged. A lot of people have never heard, up close, the human voice live.”

He couldn’t be happier to hold the festivities in the Hostess City.

“It’s a beautiful city, and people do come just to see the city—an antebellum, Civil War South,” considers Milnes.

This is a big year for Milnes; in addition to turning 80 years old in 2015, it also marks 50 years of Milnes’ career at the esteemed Metropolitan Opera.

Folks with a variety of budgets and palettes can find something to celebrate throughout the festival: here are some of our top event picks.

Belford’s Opera Dinner @Belford’s Seafood & Steaks

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This is a new one: feast upon Belford’s array of Italian delights (with a glass of wine from their admirable selection, of course) while enjoying opera, musical theatre, and popular song live in the City Market restaurant. Plus, Belford’s will donate 30% of the proceeds to support the Savannah VOICE Festival. Steak, seafood, and song: this takes “dinner and a show” to a whole new level!

Wednesday, August 5, 7:30 p.m., $80 per 16 person

American Music Concert @First Presbyterian Church

As the great Violent Femmes once inquired: “do you like American music?” VOICE Festival certainly does.

While Milnes notes that this year’s festival offers a myriad of languages and voices from around the world, the American Music Concert features 90 minutes of beautiful singing and highlights national favorites in many forms.

Not only a concert, the event doubles as an official birthday/Met Opera anniversary shindig for Milnes. Many of the song selections have held a place in Milnes’ repertoire; it’s sure to be a beautiful ode to his legacy.

Look forward to opera, musical theatre, and even a special feature of Disney princess songs!

This particular event is a great chance to catch baritone Jim Wright in his element. In October, Savannah will see the talented New Yorker performing in the

Jim Wright, left, sings American favorites at the American Music Concert; up-and-coming talents work together to bring a great VOICE Festival to Savannah. commissioned work Alice Ryley, a Savannah ghost opera. We here at Connect are waiting with bated breath for the tribute to one of the Lowcountry’s favorite spooky tales (seriously, does entertainment get any cooler or more Savannah than ‘ghost opera’?!).

Before then, Wright will show his roots in American standards and church music, through tributes to Americana folk songs, traditional ballads. Under intensive tutelage from Milnes himself, Wright is poised to be the next great American voice.

“This is definitely one for the whole family,” says Milnes. “Loving opera is not a requirement for enjoying this concert!”

Saturday, August 8, 4 p.m., $45 advance, $50 at door

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Studio Showcase Part I: “Concerta Lirica” @Westin Savannah Ballroom

Take in the talents of Milnes’ VOICE studio artists as they highlight the art of Mediterranean song. Indulge in the mellifluous cadence of the Spanish and Italian languages as up-and-coming talents celebrate with Zarzuela (a Spanish lyric-dramatic genre—vocalists often switch it up between speaking and singing), Neapolitan songs (sung in the Neapolitan language, often as a lover’s complaint or serenade), and more.

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Think of it as a “greatest hits” compilation for the end of the festival. In this 90-minute finale, audiences can catch all the highlights of this year’s VOICE Festival, featuring favorite singers like Meechot Marrero, Tiago Matos, Ashley Dannewitz and Jessica Best, with accompaniment

by Dan Gettinger. Under the direction of Maria Zouves, the stars will send the crowd off with an eclectic celebration of opera, musical theatre, popular song, and some surprises, too.

The night goes on after the show with the Festival Finale Gala Dinner over at the Westin. Fans can chat with their favorite festival artists and enjoy delicious food with the Westin’s unrivaled riverfront view— plus, VOICE organizers plan on announcing their 2016 opera plans at the dinner. CS Diva & Divos: 4 p.m., $55 advance, $60 at door Festival Finale Gala Dinner: 6 p.m., $145 (advance sale only)

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Becoming Carmen

A conversation with VOICE star Jennifer Johnson Cano

by ANNA CHANDLER ANNA@CONNECTSAVANNAH.COM

This year’s VOICE Festival is studded with sure-to-be-memorable performances, but the most highly anticipated event has to be 2015’s opera, Carmen.

Bizet’s timeless 1875 production is brought to life on the Asbury Memorial Theatre stage by stars Samuel Levine, Marco Nistico Phoenix Gayles, Matthew Anchel, Meechot Marrero, and mezzo soprano Jennifer Johnson Cano in the lead role.

An acclaimed contributor to The Metropolitan Opera stage, Cano has appeared with the New York Philharmonic, the San Francisco Symphony, and, at the request of Carol Armstrong, even sang at the private funeral for astronaut Neil Armstrong.

After Carmen, she’ll return to the Metropolitan Opera to star in Othello, which will be filmed live in HD and released in movie theaters worldwide in autumn.

We spoke with the amiable star about taking on the role of fiery gypsy Carmen in her VOICE Festival return.

Jennifer Johnson Cano, left. Above, rehearsals are currently going on at full speed.

How have rehearsals been going?

Wonderfully well! We have a fantastic cast, director and conductor. We’re having a great time.

There are several Metropolitan Opera stars in this production of Carmen—had any of you worked together before?

I worked with Meechot…he and I were actually in Carmen at the Met doing different roles than we’re doing here! It’s fun to be doing it again together and singing different roles.

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What was it like taking on Carmen’s role having already been in the production?

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I actually did two different seasons of Carmen…one four years ago, and then just last year. So, actually, I’m so familiar with her music and being onstage and being present and performing in a role that’s a person who’s close to her, but still observing her as a close party. There was a comfort there; they’re very different characters. It’s been eye-opening.

How have you embodied Carmen?

I like to think of less terms as a gypsy than as human being who has her own moral code and philosophy on life. Despite using manipulation to get what she wants, she is a loyal and honorable person to the people who matter to her most.

One of ideas we’re playing with is almost that sort of that loyalty that crime families have to each other: you take care of your people, you protect your people, and you do what you have to do in order to accomplish that. So from the outside world, other people view it as being lawless, or not having rules—but truly they do live in their own world and are fiercely loyal to one another.

It’s fun to play that duality of her character. Playing someone on that side of the fence highlights the hypocrisy on the other side that isn’t always owned up to. Actually, it’s quite liberating!

Any time we take on a role, it’s almost like becoming really good friends with someone in that you learn about them, just like you would learn about someone’s past you’ve met. You create a backstory for

your character, because you have a sense of understanding of where they’ve been up until the opera begins. Just like any friend, I admire her for her strength. I see her weaknesses and love her anyway because of that.

It’s not unlike being in a relationship: when you undertake any kind of character you accept the good and the bad.

Why do you think Carmen is such a classic? Why does the story still resonate with people?

I think it’s because of the four main characters in the show: Carmen, Don José, Michaela. Within those four people in the show, any person can connect to someone’s point of view, and that doesn’t always happen in operas or plays or movies.

It doesn’t always happen that you can actually relate personally to one of those characters, and be attracted to another character, and really be interested in how that other character is interested in life. You can find someone you dislike.

So I think that those direct connections that people make are what create sort of a

lasting impression.

Also because the piece is so well-written, there are a lot of options in how you can play the character. You can go back and see the show multiple times with different actors and get different perspectives.

There’s such a fluidity to the characters that many different actors can bring something very special and very different and enlightening. We’re really lucky that Bizet wrote this because of that universal quality and fluidity and the characters he gave us.

Come and experience the piece—whether you’ve seen it before, come and experience a new perspective, and if you’ve never seen an opera, this is a fantastic first experience.

This is one of those top three operas, and it’s a great first opera with great characters: light bits, dark bits, a love story, and lots of hit tunes! cs Savannah VOICE Festival: Carmen When: Sunday, August 9, 4 p.m.

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Warfare by anna Chandler anna@connectsavannah.com

SCAD alum and Savannah music scene fixture Echo Wilcox is back!

(Well, for a night.)

Savannah is just one stop on the warpath blazed by Wilcox’s band, Ancient Warfare.

Formed when Wilcox moved to Lexington, Kentucky, the quartet’s gained steam in light of an LP, The Pale Horse, out August 11 on Alias Records (Yo La Tengo, Archers of Loaf, Knapsack).

Looming like a dark moon silhouetted

by Appalachian trees, The Pale Horse is an incredible achievement. Recorded by Duane Lundy of Shangri-La Productions, it feels like a Dum Dum Girls record littered in little Blair Witch altars, transcendentally poppy and woodsy, welcoming the listener in while keeping one eye squinted.

Ancient Warfare is comprised of Echo Wilcox (vocals, guitar), Derek Rhineheimer (bass), multi-instrumentalist Emily Hagihara, and Rachael Yanarella (violin). Photo by Ann Sydney Taylor Five years in the making, The Pale Horse showcases Wilcox’s abilities as a multidisciplinary artist; through her studies of photography and motion graphics, refined at SCAD, she fleshes out visuals through sonic vibration and lyric, exploring mortality, affection, the apocalypse, and our collective inability as humans to escape the inevitable.

Ancient Warfare is joined by Michigan/ Brooklyn songwriter Hailey Wojcik—the fusion of her crisp, clear voice singing out piercingly clever and perfect lyrics against

nasty guitars and jangly percussion on single “XO Skeleton” hint toward a memorable performance.

Blackrune represents Savannah on the bill. CS Ancient Warfare, Hailey Wokcik, Blackrune When: Friday, August 7 Where: Hang Fire

By Anna Chandler | anna@connectsavannah.com

What Moon Things, Triathalon, Jackson Scott @Hang Fire

The electrifyingly grimy kind of post-punk of Athens’ What Moon Things is a recurring Savannah favorite. Moody and tremoring, it’s dream-pop draped in mourning crepe, swelling with watery reverb, enormous drums, and vocals that swill and tear through the dirt.

2014’s What Moon Things is a refreshingly diverse collection of songs, all equally shadowy but explorative of the band’s ability to stretch genre and tone; I’m reminded of The Devil and God Are Raging Inside Me-era Brand New moments, a strong dose of The Minutemen, and the chilling intensity of Iceage.

Triathalon’s summer dream team.

I hadn’t heard of Jackson Scott of the impressive Fat Possum Records roster (Modest Mouse, The Black Keys, Townes Van Zandt); I’m sure glad to know him now. Vocally, Scott’s evokes the lilting psychedelic ease and elongated melodies of Robert Schneider of The Apples in Stereo. “That Awful Sound” off January’s Melbourne feels like an ice cream cone melting into a scummy playground’s trashcan: jangly, lazy, summer psych-pop brilliance that’s just scuzzy enough to still feel handmade.

This will be the last time Rachael Perisho and Alex Maddalena will be performing with Savannah’s Triathalon, as they’re both moving away at the end of August.

Perisho, who’s been playing keys for the band’s summer shows, certainly impacted Savannah’s music scene in her time here. A SCAD alum, Perisho started out performing with Dare Dukes, going on to start folk-noir duo mumbledust with Furious Hooves’ Ryan McCardle and a solo project, Heavy Boots. With live support from Adam Intrator and Chad Chilton of Triathalon, Perisho will release a new Heavy Boots cassette next month at Hang Fire; stay tuned for details.

Maddalena, who you may know as experiemental guitarist Host, has handled bass duties for Triathalon in the past months; he’s also made appearances in the Blackrune Esoteric Orchestra.

Triathalon just finished recording their second LP, due in late October on Broken Circles Records. Recorded by Lucas Carpenter (Saint Corsair, Breakers) in three houses throughout Savannah, guitarist/vocalist Intrator hints toward a keyboard-heavy record—a turn from Lo-Tide’s beach-dream guitar dominance. Broken Circles will unveil a title and official release date soon.

Thursday, August 6, 10 p.m., $5

The Dickies, Jeff Two-Names and the Born Agains @The Wormhole

The Wormhole has kind of made a name for itself hosting alt-icons, don’t you think?

From Jonathan Richman to the Dick Dale, it’s always great to see a legend perform right in the heart of Starland, bookended by open mic nights. The Dickies carry on the tradition of influential performers hitting the Bull Street stage.

Formed in 1977, The Dickies are one of the longest-running punk bands America has to offer; 38 years into their reign, they’re still just as goofy as ever. Deeply influenced

by The Ramones, The Dickies were pure SoCal punk, bringing a bubblegummy, popfueled joy to the grit of the scene. Opting for the absurd over the offensive type of hilarity adopted by most humorous punks, their love of B-movies and pop culture trash bled through into a wild live show, complete with ostentatious costuming.

The first L.A. punk band to score a major label record deal in 1978, The Dickies’ cartoonish buoyancy made them a timeless pop-punk influence, paving the way for generations to come.

Savannah’s Jeff Two-Names and the Born Agains open the show; as guitarist Chef Gabe is leaving Savannah for Ohio, it’ll be the last chance to catch them for a while.

Wednesday, August 12, 9 p.m., $12-30 via wormholebar.com

Jerry Day @Barrelhouse South

If you weren’t among the lucky ones celebrating the 50th anniversary of The Grateful Dead at the band’s three final concerts this summer, not to worry: The Charlie Fog Band has you covered.

Amid local vendors and the savory smells of Barrelhouse’s Shakedown Street menu, Savannah’s own Grateful Dead tribute has a very special three-hour set planned in celebration of Jerry Day, honoring the late Dead frontman.

“The week of August 1-9 is a big week in the Grateful Dead world,” says guitarist/vocalist Daniel Berman. “Jerry Garcia’s birthday is August 1…he passed away on August 9, so those first eight days are known as ‘the days between.’”

The band will be in Atlanta earlier in the week, playing a big Jerry Day at Terminal West.

With this year being the Dead’s 50th anniversary, Berman and company knew they had to do something even more spectacular than their typical two-night August run.

“Our first set is acoustic, which we’ve never done before,” says Berman. “Back in the early ‘80s, there was a point where Grateful Dead did smaller gigs…they’d do a 10-night run, and did that format, where it was an acoustic set, then two electric sets.”

The Charlie Fog Band will use that format for the evening’s festivities.

“The acoustic set will be a format to showcase the roots and origin of the Grateful Dead—the kind of music that had them go from jug band to electric blues band,” Berman explains. “When we get to the electric format, we’ll be able to take the next 25 or so years of their existence and try to pull out the ones that, not only we play well, but seem to resonate with people.”

Berman hints that the audience may see some surprise musical guests onstage—no hints for now, so you gotta show up to see who joins in the fun. Barrelhouse’s new lighting system and the trippy backgrounds of Planetary Projections will enhance the visual experience.

While you’re enjoying the music, check out the vendors: Ashley Workman will have a table with her Bring Your Own Bag project, Alan Wood will showcase his art, and San Souci Smoke Shop will be peddling their wares.

Saturday, August 8, 9:30 p.m., free

Save the Planet Party @Huc A Poos

In September, Tybee Island officials will vote on the proposal to ban plastic bags citywide.

Pushed back from May, the hot-button issue has been a topic of conversation for a while now, and Ashley Workman of the Bring Your Own Bag Project doesn’t want this big opportunity to slip by.

“We’re winding down the end of the 120day grace period for postponement,” she explains. “My ultimate goal is to encourage businesses and city officials to go forward with the ban. The ultimate goal is to take that big step and send a message, to take real action and initiative to keep the ocean safe and clean.”

With 85 percent of plastic bags ending up in the ocean, Workman has turned her passion to preserve our coastal wildlife into a fun educational opportunity: the Save the Planet Party.

“I essentially wanted to take a last-minute opportunity before people go back to school to celebrate awareness, but also raise money for paper bags,” she says. “I’m going to put on a happy face, and throw a big, fun party!”

“All money raised will go to providing Tybee businesses who are interested in protecting the ocean with paper to-go bags,” she explains. “Although single-use plastic bags are cheap, paper is not much more expensive, and offering reusables can make for great marketing.”

Workman will have reusable bags available at the fundraiser, but will also take money made from the event to purchase cases of paper bags for local businesses to try out.

With live music by the Flying Bacon Cheeseburgers, American Hologram, Kota Mundi, and The Charlie Fog Band, plus crafts, cornhole, face painting, hair braiding, henna, and a dunking booth, it’ll be fun for the whole crew.

Plus, Workman will be on duty at her information station, ready to chat about the bag ban and the Bring Your Own Bag campaign to any and all interested.

“Even if it wins over a few more businesses, ultimately, that’s a victory,” she says.

“A couple of restaurants have made the switch [to paper bags], and that’s amazing, too. And if people took the initiative, it wouldn’t have to be something that requires such a push.”

Saturday, August 8, 3 p.m.

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“HIS HOUSE—the first time he brought me there, he had to meet me down the road, a half mile or maybe more, and we had to take his boat to his house because it was so flooded,” recalls photographer Stephen Milner.

“You had to pull the boat right up to his deck. We parked the boat where his truck is usually supposed to be,” he tells of visiting Jody Slater’s home on the banks of the Ogeechee River.

For four years, Milner photographed the Ogeechee River and its residents. He met Slater through Slater’s cousin, owner of a boat ramp Milner photographed.

“He opened his doors to me. He took me out on the river. It was the first time I got to get on a boat and explore. He’s generations of family on the river,” Milner says.

It’s the Ogeechee River’s history and generational ties that weave throughout Milner’s photographs.

An exhibition of Milner’s work presented by the Ogeechee Riverkeeper, an organization protecting, preserving, and improving the water quality of the Ogeechee River basin, will open August 7 at Jelinek Creative Spaces.

The story he tells encompasses both the legacy of the river and recent tragedies; it was the tragedy that brought Milner to its banks.

“Back in May of 2011, we started getting calls that there were dead fish in the river,” explains Emily Markesteyn, Executive Director of the Ogeechee Riverkeeper.

“So when we went out, we noticed that there were dead fish appearing in the Milner’s photos capture the humanity of this story—the folks on the ground and river below King America Finishing’s dison the water who felt the aftershocks of the environmental blight. charge pipe. When it was all said and done there were about 38,000 fish from the Screven County-Bulloch County line, all Instead he unearthed a rich community of “You’re lugging around this huge piece the way down to Chatham County,” says people, many reeling from the cultural, emo- of equipment and it’s 100 degrees out and Markesteyn. tional, and economic impacts of the largest you’re getting ripped apart by bugs—they Milner says, “I saw on the news this fish fish kill in Georgia’s history. trust you and understand that you are here kill. It was one of the worst natural disasters To document, Milner used a large format for a reason, not to take a picture and run to hit Georgia. I was always interested in view camera—a massive old-timey camera away forever,” Milner says.

Southern river culture too, so I thought it with bellows where a dark cloth covers the From this trust come images that are was perfect to go explore.” photographer’s head. brutally and beautifully honest—the subHe followed his curiosity, discovering tiny The camera is an unspoken character in jects caught in moments of contemplation, river towns nestled along the curves of the Milner’s images. The slow process brings a planted deeply into their environment. black-water gem. meditative quality to the images; a sense of Milner lends this interpersonal insight to “I never saw the fish kill, just the afterefquiet understanding. his landscapes as well, elevating the river and fects. The only fish I ever saw were frozen Its unusual form allows for mutual curios- its trappings to a place of human majesty. fish people collected from the river,” says ity and more importantly, trust.

“Stephen did a really good job of docuMilner. menting this wild and pristine river that we

have. He was able to capture the catastrophe that happened and how it impacted the people who rely on that river, either by living on it or fishing from it,” says Markesteyn.

Halfway through his project Milner reached out to the Riverkeeper proposing collaboration—the forthcoming exhibition, from which print sale proceeds will benefit the organization.

When Milner contacted them, they were deep in litigation with King America Finishing. The fish kill aroused suspicions and the Environmental Protection Division (EPD) discovered they were discharging without the proper permits.

“There was a lengthy legal battle between EPD enforcing the laws and then we saw the Clean Water Act lawsuit. They were never fingered for actually causing the fish kill, but we knew that it was a solid case with them illegally discharging,” Markesteyn explains.

Settled in January 2014, King America Finishing was slapped with stricter discharge permits, monitoring and transparency requirements.

The Riverkeeper was awarded a monetary settlement, which expanded their monitoring and educational programming.

“It’s not only a win for us and the Ogeechee River but it sets a good example statewide for other organizations citing an issue, and hopefully this will encourage other industries to do the right thing and follow the law,” says Markesteyn.

Milner’s work captures the humanity of this story—the folks on the ground and on the water who felt the aftershocks of the environmental blight.

The dark clouds are parting now. The water is deemed safe and slowly the community is regaining comfort with their old friend.

People are eating the fish. They are back on the water. Milner is witnessing and documenting the return home.

“If I go out now, I’m mostly looking for people swimming in the water. It’s a happy thing to see, especially when in the past you never saw people in the water.” cs Ogeechee: Photographic Work by Stephen Milner What: Opening Reception with music by Heavy Boots featuring members of Triathlon Where: Jelinek Creative Spaces, 101 N Fahm Street When: August 7, 6-9pm, part of the First Friday Art March Info: stephenamilner@gmail.com

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Openings & Receptions Eclectic Encounters — Telfair Museums

houses more than 6,500 objects in its permanent collection. Eclectic Encounters gives an inside look to works that have not been seen by the public in over 10 years.

The exhibit features pieces that cross time periods and art movements to reveal the wide range of the museum’s holdings. Aug. 8-Feb. 18. Jepson Center for the Arts, 207 West York St.

Goodbye-Hello — The night will celebrate the

exit of current ownership at Non-Fiction and welcome Art-Rise Savannah as the new directors. Enjoy live music, refreshments, beer, wine and fun. As part of the event, submit photos or quotes of some of your most memorable, favorite, funny or touching moments at the gallery. Fri., Aug. 7.

Non-Fiction Gallery, 1522 Bull St. Modern Elegance — The Grand Bohemian

showcases a new fall jewelry line by artist Diana Fakhoury. Aug. 7-Sep. 4. The Grand Bohemian Gallery, 700 Drayton St.

Perceptions of Savannah — Shengzhang Gu, a SCAD arts administration student, presents this curated gallery show featuring seven student artists’ work. Aug. 5-7. The Kennedy Pharmacy, 323 E Broughton ST.

Fountains of Savannah — The Savannah Art

Tall Tales: Works by Raymond Gaddy — Raymond

Association presents this group exhibit focusing on local fountains. Artist’s reception August 14, 6-8pm. Gallery Espresso, 234 Bull St.

Gaddy’s mixed-media works explore imagery, the colorful and vivid art of storytelling. Reception Aug. 7 at 5pm, lecture at 7pm. Aug. 7-28. City of Savannah Department of Cultural Affairs, 9 West Henry St.

From Bankers to Presidents: The Work of Joseph Gallettini — Gallettini was Savannah’s

foremost ship model builder, and his work is displayed at the museum. Through Dec. 31. shipsofthesea.org. Ships of The Sea Museum, 41 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd.

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by Lillian Scharf, a SCAD Arts Administration Masters degree candidate. Inspired by Lewis Carroll, J.R.R. Tolkien, and Henry Darger, this multimedia exhibition showcases local, national, and international artists who capture the fantastic, hallucinatory Raymond Gaddy’s ‘Tall Tales’ opens with a reception and qualities of a dream. free Fri., Aug. 7, 6-9 p.m. artist talk this Friday at the Cultural Affairs Gallery.

Sulfur Studios, 2301 Bull Street. able for purchase from $15-$50. Opening reception Aug. 7, 6-9pm. Foxy Loxy Cafe, Hammerpress — Hammerpress is a letter1919 Bull St. press print shop & design studio located in the Crossroads Arts District in Kansas Continuing Exhibits City, Mo. Hammerpress creates all kinds of handmade letterpress stationery, greeting Come As You Are: Art of the 1990s — This cards, prints & ephemera. Prints availexhibition, titled after the 1992 Nirvana song, showcases 65 works from paintings, drawings, sculptures, and installations to photographs, prints, videos, and digital art.

Jepson Center for the Arts, 207 West York St. Dale Robinson and Hugh Wayne — Dale is a new landscape photographer whose photos showcase the beauty of Savannah. Hugh creates functional clay trays embellished with crabs, shrimp, turtles and sea horses reflecting the low country area. Gallery 209, 209 E River St. Folk Art: Simply Profound — What is folk art?

Exaggeration and simplicity converge to describe the folk artist as he deals with family, God and the human condition.

Beach Institute, 502 E. Harris St.

Harriet Speer and John Forbes — Harriet’s work

includes dreamy watercolors of Savannah scenes and florals all with a French influence by happenstance. John Forbes a.k.a. Jean de Charent has painted delightful vignettes also with a French twist and wit. St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 34th & Abercorn Sts.

The Highwaymen — A total of 26 artists, one woman and twenty-five men, traveled the highways of Florida from the early 1960s to the early 1990s selling oil paintings from the trunks of cars. Beach Institute, 502 E. Harris St. i feel ya: SCAD + Andre 3000 Benjamin — The summer highlight exhibition, which debuted at Mana in Miami during Art Basel last year, explores fashion, film, and painting through the work of artist, musician, performer, fashion innovator, and actor André Benjamin (aka André 3000), filmmaker Greg Brunkalla, and painter Jimmy O’Neal.

SCAD Museum of Art, 601 Turner Blvd.

Karen Macek and Heather MacRae Trulson — Karen Macek is an artist and designer working in oil, acrylic and computer graphics.

Heather MacRae Trulson works in acrylic, ink and watercolor. A portion of sales will benefit the Daily Impact FundHospice Savannah Art Gallery, 1352 Eisenhower Drive.

Life’s a Beach: Photographs by Martin Parr — One of Britain’s most beloved photographers takes us on a color-saturated journey through a place loved by all, the seaside.

General museum admission. Jepson Center for the Arts, 207 West York St.

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Delish delights for downtown cupcake lovers Abby Longwater, Baker/Owner, at left, with her sister Alysse.

WHEN A certain cupcakery closed its doors last year on the north end of Whitaker, cupcake aficionados mourned their loss. Such a primo spot, however, smack in the brawling midst of the hottest tourist spot this side of Atlanta, was not destined to remain shuttered.

Local baker Abby Longwater, with her infectious smile and strong entrepreneurial drive, was determined to open her own place, replete with not only the longed-for cupcakes, but her own unique cakes, created with skill and humor and her mama’s recipes—thus Wicked Cakes was born.

Bakeries are part and parcel of the family history, Grandpa Longwater having bought up a promising bakeshop himself many years before, and after zooming through college, while honing her knowledge at CakeIt-Away, Abby was a little astonished to find an ad on Craig’s List calling for a new tenant for the former cupcake haven.

Fate, it seems, had moved her in a new direction, and she took to it with a fine sense of timing and admirable business aplomb.

It’s a family affair at 38 Whitaker Street, and this astute young lady has her sis, as well as her mom there to confab with on ideas, recipes, and new ventures in baking. Abby took a slew of courses from the famous sugar artist Nicholas Lodge and started making unique cakes with details both amusing and beautiful, depending on the customers’ tastes.

I particularly love the Jameson Whiskey Cake, colored rich brown, shaped like a whiskey barrel and topped with mini-Jameson bottles, or the children’s birthday cake with masses of butterflies, fanciful fairies and a host of gnomes climbing up the tiers.

Brides, though, have become avid admirers of not only her delicate creations in icing and sugar, but the host of flavors she offers—why stick to pound cake when you can have Salted Caramel or Chocolate Raspberry?

When destination brides lamented that they couldn’t be here for the tastings, Abby took the matter in hand and created Cakes in a Jar: little Mason jars filled with the various flavors that are easily packaged and sent

by air to brides who, though living far away, wish to celebrate their special day in historic Savannah.

Wicked Cakes, just across from Hang Fire on Whitaker, takes its colors from the name: crimson walls alternate with stark black, the logo in curly Victorian calligraphy, and big black and white tiles across the floor—it somehow makes me think of the Red Queen in Alice in Wonderland.’

The delightfully wicked décor, however, is mellowed somewhat by a wall given over to the colorful work of local photographers (all for sale, of course!) and the big, jaunty silver fork on the wall by the front door.

Outside the masses of tourists peer through the windows under a black and white awning, and ultimately, if the array of baked goods doesn’t draw them in, that big red sign stretched across the front counter will: “Cupcake Happy Hour! Buy One, Get One FREE Cupcakes, 7pm-8pm Every Day!” Now who could resist? After you’ve dined on duck and champagne, or had your fill of sushi and tapas at the local fine eateries, what could top off the meal better than a scrumptious, fresh-baked daily cupcake?

Each day sees 12-15 different varieties that vary from well-loved favorites like Red Velvet and Lemon-Filled beauties to inventive treats like Abby’s Avocado-Cream Cheese n’ Pistachio topped with Bacon—for a bakery called “wicked” you gotta stretch the imagination a little!

My personal policy with bakeries is to do a family taste test-- that way I’m not tempted to overindulge, giving myself a sugar headache, and I get to feel divinely generous at the same time!

When I walked through the door with a small stack of black boxes and their fetching crimson logo, well, let’s just say that everybody finished up their dinner real fast.

Baked sweets don’t stay around too darned long in this household, and it took only a day and a half or so before those china plates, with their tempting wares, were clean as a whistle. A personal stand-out was the coconut praline—never had those before!—and my kids and nephew took down those cupcakes (each cut in four sections to facilitate family-wide tasting).

Hubby’s not a big sweets fan, but even he had to admit the Pecan Bourbon Bars were the hands-down favorite.

These luscious bars are a big seller, Abby tells me, especially with tourists seeking a special Southern flavor. Those native pecans are chopped and loaded on top of a

moist Bourbon laced bar, and are just the right dessert for those who hate to be overwhelmed with sugar at the end of a meal, yet want something tasty and sweet.

Another special delight is the Snickerdoodle bars. Now, I don’t know how many people grew up with grandmothers who baked, but the Snickerdoodle, a simple, firm cookie, topped with cinnamon and sugar (of German origin), wound its way through my childhood parties, warm from my grandmother’s oven, showing up at neighborhood birthdays, picnics and school lunches for many years while growing up in Savannah.

This is the first time I’d seen it in bar form, and Abby swirls buttery caramel on top to make it extra appealing. cs Wicked Cakes 38 Whitaker St (912) 298-0040 Tuesday - Saturday 9:00am - 8:00pm Sunday 12:00pm-8:00pm http://wickedcakesofsavannah.com/

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Savannah is part of worldwide one-day release of colorful, thought-provoking documentary by jim morekis jim@connectsavannah.com

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A UNIQUE cinema experience happens this Wednesday, Aug. 12, with the worldwide, one-day-only simultaneous release of Unity, a documentary by Shaun Monson.

A more ambitious follow-up to Earthlings, Monson’s previous effort, Unity combines amazing, and often disturbing, cinematography and footage with the unprecedented voiceovers of 100 celebrities.

Which celebrities? Tom Hiddleston, Jeff Goldblum, Amanda Seyfried, Kevin Spacey, Helen Mirren, Geoffrey Rush, Kristen Wiig, Joaquin Phoenix, Jennifer Aniston, and Dr. Dre, to name just ten.

How does that grab ya?

The one-day release isn’t only a unique business model. It fits the core message of the film: That every living thing on the planet is inextricably linked, and as far as the earth itself is concerned, is “Not the same, but equal.”

26 We spoke with Shaun Monson last week.

You go with a title that is at once very simple and also could mean a lot of things.

The title was selected deliberately. In the universal sense there’s no real distinction between the Queen of England and a tree.

We felt like the word ‘Unity’ said the same thing.

This movie is particularly about how we’ve taken such far strides consciously and evolutionarily, but we’re also still such savages. In the same breath, I’d say I don’t think there would be anything we came up with that would stop us from killing one another.

Except maybe an awareness from within.

Your previous documentary along these lines, Earthlings, focuses on animal rights and animal welfare. Do you sort of springboard off of that to get into the message of Unity?

Shaun Monson: I think it’s a good starting point. I mention it in the film. There’s only 14 minutes of animal footage in Unity but

it’s quite strong.

We say, of course we don’t want to hurt whales or harp seals or dolphin, Moby we care about them. But cows, chickens, pigs? Not so much. We call it separation based on form.

In the film we have a shot of eight puppies. Then we cut to a shot of eight lobsters and crabs. We boil these, but these others we don’t. It’s a comment on how we treat animals but also a mirror into society, into how we treat other people differently based on perceived separation.

That and other things will provoke opinions. Our overriding message in the film, our sort of motto, is: Not the same, but equal. The take-home message we’re not just animals or trees but each other.

People have a hard time with that for whatever reason. We feel better thinking there’s something special about us over something else.

But imagine if that simple principle— Not the same, but equal­—was accepted.

Think of the world we would live in.

Isn’t the dark side of unity called globalism? How do you promote worldwide unityShaun without it inevitably turning into Monson & Marion Cotillard corporate commodification that will eventually destroy most of the indigenous cultures you highlight in the film?

There’s a famous quote about how every great civilization was built on the backs of slaves. But we’ve evolved beyond that. Also you’re talking about a sort of behavior modification that comes into play—having the awareness to do things differently than past ages or generations have done things.

Take automobiles. Tesla said, what if we make a car with no oil or gas, only fluid?

Entrepreneurs might be the ones to save the world after all, even as these huge mega-corporations are doing just the opposite.

There are other options. There have got to be. People were using a horse and buggy up until the early 1900s. And then came the automobile, suddenly, even though the raw materials for that have been here for thousands and thousands of years.

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What happened in the 20 century was we went from horse and buggy to the moon.

If you took someone from 200 years ago and put them in a modern car going 80 miles an hour, they’d freak out. Their brain would have no frame of reference for moving at that speed. They couldn’t handle it. th

Now to the question everybody wants the answer to: How in the heck did you get so many celebrities to cooperate with this film? Where did you record it all?

We’d go to their house, maybe they’d come to mine. Sometimes we’d go to the studio.

If we couldn’t physically work together, I’d direct them by Skype.

The whole point was to make it as easy for them as possible. They’re busy people.

They have other gigs.

So here comes this documentary, and I’d make a point of saying, look it’s two pages, we could get this done in 30 minutes.

Sir Ben Kingsley did his in 20 minutes!

He was amazing, he just knocked it out and it was perfect.

And then sometimes we’d stay awhile and start talking, having conversations. The last one was Selena Gomez, she was our 100th narrator. She was so nice—she really impressed me. She was like, “Look, I know I’m a musician and a singer, but I also know who Joseph Campbell is.”

We sort of started off with just considering the voices: Who was going to give us the best voice? It wasn’t so much about big marquee names. We did want some big names so the distributor would be excited about the film. I can’t fault them for that—they want people to come to the theatre.

Then we manage to get someone on board like Geoffrey Rush, who opens the picture. He has this deep amazing baritone.

He can melt a microphone.

You’ve got really big names, and then you’ve got some cool under-the-radar names like Aerosmith guitarist Joe Perry.

Joe, I think, heard about us through Sea Shepherd, the conservation organization.

We have some footage from them in the film. He heard about it and said, I’d like to be involved. Joe is a great guy, super nice guy.

What was amazing about this project was, as word got out, people heard about it and offered their services. They approached us. So I surrendered to the process. cs Unity One day screening at Regal Savannah Stadium 10, Wed. Aug. 12

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MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE – ROGUE NATION

OOO Mad Max can breathe easy, as his jaunt down Fury Road still stands as the best action that money can buy this summer. But for a good while, Mission: Impossible—Rogue Nation looked like it might just usurp that title.

To be honest, Rogue Nation ultimately isn’t even the best of the five M:I films to date, as it fails to match the stylized sleekness of I, the character dynamics of III or the needle-to-the-heart adrenaline charge of IV (aka Ghost Protocol).

But for a franchise that began nearly two decades ago (and was a hit TV show before that), here’s one that somehow manages to retain its freshness. Only the daft II was a dud; otherwise, this series continues to satisfy at a fast and furious clip.

The Avengers, the Barden Bellas and the Kings of Tampa aren’t the only outfits having trouble keeping it together this summer—in the case of the Impossible Mission Force, it’s being disbanded at the behest of CIA director Alan Hunley (Alec Baldwin).

More’s the pity, since IMF agent extraordinaire Ethan Hunt (Tom Cruise) needs all available resources to help him track down Solomon Lane (Sean Harris), a particularly nasty character who heads a terrorist outfit known as The Syndicate.

But since Hunley views Ethan as a maverick (no Top Gun cross-reference intended) whose methods are too reckless, he not only won’t help him but actively seeks to have him arrested. As for the other IMF agents, Brandt ( Jeremy Renner) has been turned into a neutered office lackey, Benji (Simon Pegg) has been locked down behind a computer monitor, and Luther Stickell (Ving Rhames) has seemingly gone back into retirement.

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of wariness and weariness. Harris, soon to be seen as Macduff in the Michael Fassbender version of Macbeth, provides a genuine strain of whispery menace as Solomon Lane, and it’s always amusing to watch Baldwin bloviate.

As for Cruise, he can be dependably found at the center of all of the film’s complicated set-pieces. If Christopher McQuarrie isn’t quite as skilled as his predecessors in the director’s chair (Brian De Palma on I, J.J. Abrams on III, Brad Bird on GP) at milking the action sequences for maximum impact—the vehicular chases tend to drag—he still gets enough juice out of the more unusual set-ups, such as Ethan hanging onto the side of an ascending airplane or holding his breath underwater as he’s

OO There’s a tendency to slap the label “comedy classic” on any guffaw-filled flick that emerged from the 1980s—Caddyshack, Stripes, Ghostbusters, Beverly Hills Cop, Rhinestone (well, OK, maybe not that Sylvester Stallone-Dolly Parton atrocity—but the truth is that only a fraction of that decade’s highly touted output deserves such a heady classification.

Many will vehemently disagree, but 1983’s National Lampoon’s Vacation doesn’t quite make the grade: It’s an extremely pleasant diversion with a few memorable bits and a likable cast, but true comic invention is hard to locate in the meandering screenplay by the late John Hughes.

For those who haven’t actually seen it since the ‘80s, the plot finds good-natured clod Clark Griswold (Chevy Chase) taking his brood—wife Ellen (Beverly D’Angelo), son Rusty (Anthony Michael Hall) and daughter Audrey (Dana Barron)—from Chicago to Los Angeles to spend some time at the theme park Walley World. While everyone else wants to fly there, Clark insists on driving, a decision that leads to a series of disasters for the Griswold clan.

The movie’s commercial success led to more adventures for the Griswolds: 1985’s European Vacation, 1989’s Christmas Vacation and 1997’s Vegas Vacation. And now, 32 years after the original, we get Vacation, which includes the obligatory cameos by Chase and D’Angelo but shifts its attention to the now-grown Rusty (Ed Helms).

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As bro-centric as any spy game out there—the males remain from picture to picture while the females get swapped out like hotel linens—the series at least has created some memorable heroines in the later installments, from Ethan’s fiancée Julia (Michelle Monaghan) and the doomed Lindsey Farris (Keri Russell) in III to kickass IMF agent Jane Carter (Paula Patton) in Ghost Protocol.

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Aliens misinterpret it as a hostile act and, in the present day, retaliate by attacking Earth with space invaders made up to look like characters from popular games from back when (Donkey Kong, Pac-Man, etc.).

Since the military proves to be ineffectual, U.S. President Will Cooper (Kevin James) enlists the aid of three championship gamers: his best friend Sam Brenner (Sandler), whose arcade defeat back in ’82 has led to an unfulfilled life as a TV installer; Ludlow Lamonsoff ( Josh Gad), a conspiracy-theory nut who still lives in his grandma’s basement; and Eddie Plant (Peter Dinklage), an egotist who refers to himself as “The Fire Blaster.”

Whenever the humans win a round, the aliens provide them with trophies, the most prominent being the beloved character Q*Bert. Q*Bert is seen doing all sorts of cute things meant to elicits awwws from easily amused audience members. He’s also seen pissing orange all over the floor and not seen (thankfully) having sex with Josh Gad’s character.

Since this is a typical man-child wishfulfillment fantasy, the male leads also get trophies: Sandler hooks up with gorgeous Michelle Monaghan; Gad hooks up with gorgeous Ashley Benson; Dinklage hooks up with a pair of cameo performers whose appearances are mildly amusing.

Speaking of Dinklage, what does it say that he delivers the only funny performance in a movie in which his co-stars are all noted comedians? Sandler is Sandler: shambling, mumbling, easy to take and just as easy to forget. Gad continues to demonstrate that he’s woefully unfunny in film PIXELS after film (voicing animated snowmen aside, O of course), and he somehow thinks that Love the premise, hate the execution. screaming his lines will make them funnier That’s the takeaway from Pixels, which might have made for a decent summer pop- (no, just sadder).

Not much better is James—like Gad, he corn picture had it not been co-opted by possesses all the comic instincts of a dead Team Sandler and turned into a piece of junk aimed primarily at unemployable open- jellyfish.

Often playing like Ghostbusters if it had mouth breathers who couldn’t spell “nitwit” been made by Billy Bob Thornton’s Slingeven if you spotted them the consonants. blade character, Pixels is sloppy in virtually It’s based on a short French film from every department, from the scripting (how a couple of years back, and that version is would our heroes know ahead of time that reportedly clever and amusing (maybe it will be included as an extra on Pixels’ Blu- they would need “ghost” cars to battle PacMan, since the ghosts are always the bad ray release?). But this big-budget version guys and Pac-Man is the good guy in the is merely moronic and pandering, escapclassic game?) to visual effects that could ing a one-star bomb rating only because have been memorably retrograde but instead a couple of sequences somehow manage hit the same old CGI beats. to deliver the goods, because some of the A few moments succeed in rising above cleverness peeks through on (rare) occasion, and because it’s clearly a notch above the mire—Brenner’s flight from a rampagthe noxious, theater-clearing likes of Adam ing Pac-Man is well-orchestrated by director Chris Columbus, and Dinklage’s chosen Sandler’s Jack and Jill and Little Nicky. cadence for his dialogue is both unexpected In a nutshell: Aliens view footage of a and amusing. But in virtually every other 1982 video arcade championship match. vacation, Rusty decides they will embark on a getaway that retraces the one he undertook as a kid, right down to the final destination point of Walley World.

Yet as before, the trip is fraught with unexpected peril, whether it’s a toxic dump that’s mistaken for a natural spring or a whitewater rafting trip overseen by a suicidal guide (Charlie Day).

Sweep the warm and fuzzy nostalgia aside, and the ’83 model and this new one are pretty comparable, mixing R-rated laughs with a semi-sincere message about the bonds that hold a family together. Of course, the vulgarity is more pronounced in this new version, but then again, so are many of the laughs. For the most part, this is the sort of assembly-line comedy that’s de rigueur these days, but it does possess a few saving graces.

James and Kevin aren’t the usual dull, towheaded boys we see in movies but two idiosyncratic sorts, with Gisondo practically turning James’ mewling into an art form and Stebbins playing up his character’s nearpsychotic tendencies. And just as hunky Chris Pine tapped into his comic side with his delightful turns in Into the Woods and the otherwise insufferable Horrible Bosses 2, here it’s fellow stud Chris Hemsworth who earns laughs as the conservative husband of Rusty’s sister Audrey (Leslie Mann).

There are dick jokes and there are dick jokes, and then there’s Hemsworth’s dick joke, potent enough to make even Thor himself thunder with approval from on high.

respect, Pixels is hardly worth a fistful of quarters, let alone full ticket price. To quote Aliens’ Bill Paxton, “Game over, man! Game over!”

of the insects seen in the ‘70s shlock flick Empire of the Ants, but they’re fake enough to bug all but the most forgiving of Marvel devotees.

ANT-MAN

TRAINWRECK

OOO After the overkill of Avengers: Age of Ultron, it’s nice to see Marvel return to a comparatively small-scale effort—in more ways than one.

The diminutive superhero at the center of Ant-Man may not be a marquee name among the masses, but he’s enjoyed a lengthy career in comic form. Created by Stan Lee and co. in 1962, Ant-Man was the alter ego of scientist Hank Pym—a founding member of the Avengers, he was also responsible for accidentally creating the villainous robot Ultron (obviously, the films stray dramatically from the inked page). Others later donned the Ant-Man suit, most notably Scott Lang beginning in the late 1970s. This screen version neatly folds these threads together by positing Pym (Michael Douglas) as an older man no longer able to suit up and Lang (Paul Rudd) as the younger guy he chooses to succeed him. Pym’s recruitment of Lang is charged with urgency, as he needs someone to assist him in stopping his former protégée, the ruthless Darren Cross (Corey Stoll), from discovering the formula, the so-called “Pym particle” that allows a man to shrink to insect size, and selling it to the highest-bidding evildoers.

What allows Ant-Man to flourish is that it largely turns its back on the solemnity and self-importance that occasionally hamper Marvel features and instead traffics in the same sort of freewheeling frivolity seen in last summer’s smash, Guardians of the Galaxy. For that, thank the four screenwriters—Shaun of the Dead’s Edgar Wright (who was the initial director until the usual “creative differences” forced him out), Attack the Block’s Joe Cornish, Funny or Die’s Adam McKay and Rudd himself—and their ability to include witticisms both verbal (“tales to astonish” is there for the comic fans) and visual (love the bug zapper, and is that oversized toy with the happy face a nod to Ghostbusters?). Rudd and a scene-stealing Michael Pena (as Lang’s ex-con buddy) further contribute to the gee-whiz spirit, with Douglas and Evangeline Lilly (as Pym’s daughter) staking out most of the dramatic content.

As for the effects, they’re generally excellent, particularly in a bravura inner-space sequence that hearkens back to the 1957 classic The Incredible Shrinking Man. Ironically, only the ants fail to convince. Granted, they’re not laughable creations on the order

OOO Here’s a line from a Box Office Mojo article that caught my eye: “Trainwreck, at 2 hours, 5 mins, comes closer to [ Judd Apatow’s] leaner hits, Knocked Up (2 hrs., 9 mins) and The 40-Year-Old Virgin (1 hr., 56 mins), than his longer movies, Funny People (2 hr., 16 mins) and This Is 40 (2 hr., 13 mins).” Two hours and five minutes is now considered lean? Given this slant, I have to assume that around the Apatow household, the 4-hour, 40-minute Shoah is considered TV-sitcom length while the 15-hour, 40-minute Berlin Alexanderplatz passes for a comfortable feature-film length.

At any rate, the real reason Trainwreck comes closer to Knocked Up and The 40-Year-Old Virgin is because, like those films, it’s funny and engaging and well worth seeing. A hit on television and on the standup stage, comedian Amy Schumer vies for big-screen respectability by both scripting and starring in this picture about a young woman named (natch) Amy, who as a child was told by her horndog dad (Colin Quinn) that monogamy is an impossibility. Amy’s sister Kim (Brie Larson) was given the same speech but ignored it, and now has a husband and stepson; Amy, on the other hand, embraced her father’s dubious wisdom and has spent her adult life committed to a series of one-night stands. Working at a sleazy rag called S’Nuff leads to her meeting Aaron Conners (Bill Hader), a sports doctor whose patients include NBA superstar LeBron James (playing himself in a sizable supporting role). Amy and Aaron hit it off, and for the first time in her life, she’s forced to question her dad’s outlook on life and love.

Like all Apatow efforts, Trainwreck offers a mix of the silly and the sincere, with most of the best comic bits packed into the first half. The second part turns more serious and, consequently, more familiar, which is largely why its length begins to make its presence known. But Schumer is terrific throughout, as adept at her dramatic scenes opposite Larson (a calming presence as her sensible sibling) as when flashing her sizable comedic chops. Her long-term prospects as an A-list movie star have yet to be determined, but she’s off to a roaring start, barreling across the screen like a runaway train. CS

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Activism & Politics

Drinking Liberally

Every first and third Thursdays, 7:00 p.m.

A gathering of Liberals for an informal discussion of politics, the economy, sports, entertainment, and the world around us. Free to attend. Food and beverages available for purchase. Free first Thursday of every month, 7 p.m. (912) 341-7427. livingliberally.org/drinking/chapters/GA/ savannah. Tondee's Tavern, 7 E. Bay Street.

Monday Means Community

Join Emergent Savannah for August's session, Gun Violence: It’s Not So Black and White, an in-depth conversation on the organizations and efforts working towards curbing the gun violence in Savannah. The evening will be a look at the background of this specific violence, how we compare to other small southern cities and a look into what it really means when we talk about gun violence, as well as who ends up being the actual collateral damage. Free second Monday of every month, 7 p.m. sentientbean.com. The Sentient Bean, 13 East Park Ave. 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. Victorian Neighborhood Association Meetings

Open to all residents, property owners and businesses located between Anderson and Gwinnett, M.L.King,Jr. Blvd to East Broad Street. Free second Tuesday of every month, 6-7 p.m. 912-233-0352. alpost135. com/. American Legion, Post 135, 1108 Bull St. Young Democrats

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

Call for Applicants for Harvest of Hope Retreat

Cancer survivors of all ages and their families are invited to the 13h annual Harvest of Hope Retreat on September 26. To apply for this free event, please contact Morphia Scarlett at 912-350- 0514 or scarlmo1@ 30 memorialhealth.com. Through Sep. 26.

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.

Downtown Savannah, downtown.

Call for Applicants for Step Up Savannah

Step Up Savannah is looking for emerging leaders — young and more seasoned — to participate in a leadership course starting September 14. The Neighborhood Leadership Academy at Savannah State University brings together established and emerging leaders to enhance their leadership skills with a focus on advocacy, critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Upon completion of this free 12-session course, graduates will be asked to serve as resources to Step Up and other community organizations. It is open to men and women, 21 years and older in Savannah/Chatham County. Participants will be asked to work in small groups to research and present on a neighborhood or community issue during the course. Interested applicants must submit an application and be interviewed.

Completed applications are due on Aug. 7.

Through Aug. 7. 912-401-0672. stepupsavannah.org. stepupsavannah.org. Step Up Savannah, 428 Bull Street.

Call for Artists for 2016 Exhibitions

The City of Savannah's Department of Cultural Affairs is now accepting exhibition proposals at the Cultural Arts Gallery for the 2016 calendar year. The 1,700 square foot community gallery serves the Savannah area with exhibitions and educational programming that strengthen awareness and stimulate dialogue through artistic expression. In conjunction with each exhibition, artists are encouraged to develop and present a learning opportunity to the public such as a workshop, lecture or demonstration. All mediums will be considered for a non-degree seeking solo or group exhibitions, including video and installation pieces. Proposals should be professionally presented and should include a cover letter; a resume; an artist statement; a previous exhibition record; 10-12 digital images of the work to be considered; and a self-addressed stamped envelope if the proposal needs to be returned. Through Sep. 11. 912-651-6783. savannahga.gov/ arts. City of Savannah Department of Cultural Affairs, 9 West Henry St. Call for Entries for Group Exhibition

The Gallery at Sulfur Studios is now accepting entries for an upcoming group exhibition, "Body and Mind," in September 2015. Artists are asked to submit work that deals with the intersection of physical and mental experiences. Work that deals with the human form in a metaphorical manner is especially sought out. Entries due by August 28th at midnight. Through Aug. 28. sulfurstudios.org/call-for-entries-2/. sulfurstudios.org. Sulfur Studios, 2301 Bull Street.

the following topics: Design, Development, Mobile, Social Media, Marketing, Growth Hacking, Access to Capital, Sales, Management. The festival will take place October 15-17. Through Oct. 15. 912-447-8457. geek-end.com/speakers/apply. thecreativecoast.org. Creative Coast, 415 W. Boundary St. Call for Volunteers for Breaking the Cycle

Coastal Georgia Breaking the Cycle will host a symposium on substance abuse and freedom from addiction as part of National Recovery Day on September 19, 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m., at Lake Mayer. Volunteers are needed for this event in the following areas: reception, food, greeters and cleanup. For more information on how you can participate call volunteer coordinator Teneka Gerido at 912.661.7014. Through Sep. 19. Downtown Savannah, downtown.

Casting Call for SCAD Student Production

Seeking talent for one female and four male leads, ages 12-15, all ethnicities.

Submit a candid full length body shot and the position you're interested in. Selections will move quickly, so submit ASAP. Meal will be provided. Rehearsals are August 10 from 2-4pm and August 24 from 2-8pm, both at Hamilton Hall. Email acrisc20@ student.scad.edu for more information.

Through Aug. 24. Online only, none.

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.

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 Call for Speakers for Geekend 2015 helped to build Oatland Island Education The theme of Creative Coast's Geekend Center in the 1970’s. Great memories from 2015 is Growth. All entrepreneurs, develop- field trips. Special family memories of Oaters, marketers, social media mavericks, land Island. Send your photos and stories technology enthusiasts, designers and to memories@oatland40th.org. Deadline other creatives are encouraged to apply to is August 31. undefined. 912-395-1500. speak now. Geekend is looking for compel- oatlandisland.org. ling cutting-edge content that is actionable and touches upon any one or several of

Benefits

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. 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. $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.

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.

Shoes to Trees Program

Help with West Broad Street YMCA with the Shoes to Trees program. Help the MORE Foundation send millions of tree seeds to offset carbon and help Y’s overseas support themselves. Funding for this life-changing program comes from used athletic shoes donated by members, volunteers, donors, community partners, and more. Every donated pair sends 10 tree seeds to a Y overseas. Every pair removes one ton of carbon from the atmosphere.

Now collecting gently used athletic and soccer shoes sizes 7-11. Through Aug. 31.

912-233-1951. westbroadstreetymca.org.

YMCA-West Broad St, 1110 May St. Classes, Camps & Workshops

Art Classes at The Studio School

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

Art, Music, Piano, Voice Coaching

Coaching for all ages, beginners through advanced. Classic, modern, jazz improvization and theory. Serious inquiries only.

912-961-7021 or 912-667-1056.

ArtLab Summer Classes

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include color exploration, mixing experiments, creation with found objects and beyond. Tiny Artists Classes on Saturdays from 10:45-11:30am for ages 2-5. Parents and kids work together to create small projects introducing textures, colors and discovering art all around us. Take a creative break on Saturdays. Please call or email to sign up. $15 per class, sibling discounts available Saturdays.. 912-388-1939. artlabsavannah@gmail.com. artlabsavannah.com. ArtLab, 2417 Waters Ave. 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, 101 N. Fahm St. Beginning Belly Dance Classes

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

Belly Dance at the Beach

Magic Carpet Dance Studio, Savannah's Exclusive belly dance studio is now offering special belly dance classes on the Beach on Tybee Island! We will meet at the 10th street beach access and carve our little dance oasis in the beautiful sand with the clashing waves in front of us, and the magical ocean breeze! $15ea drop in, or $10ea with punch cards Sundays, 5:306:30 p.m.. 912-663-5114. beckywaller99@ gmail.com. magiccarpetdancers.com.

Magic Carpet Dance Studio, 6409 Abercorn Street, Suite E. Black and White Fine Art Photography Class

Students will learn the components of a good black and white photograph, composition reinforcement, and converting color images to black and white.

Using the histogram to predict black and white outcomes and how color influences black and white conversion are emphasized. Class includes two guided field trips and critiques. PREREQUISITES: Creative Photography and Advanced Creative Photography $125.00 per person Mondays, 6:30-8:30 p.m.. 912-478-5551. conted@georgiasouthern.edu. academics.georgiasouthern.edu/ce/programs/ personaldevelopment/digitalphotography/. cgc.georgiasouthern.edu/. Coastal Georgia Center, 305 Fahm Street.

Board Game Nights

Bring your favorite board game or learn to play one of ours! Join our community of gamers and make some new friends while having an awesome time. Guild Hall members get in free, and non-members must simply purchase a $2 Day Pass. Saturdays, 7 p.m. Guild Hall, 615 Montgomery Street.

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.

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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.

Chinese Language Classes

The Confucius Institute at Savannah State University offers free Chinese language classes starting January 17. To register, please call 912-358-3160. ongoing. 912358-3160. confuciusinstitute@savannahstate.edu. savannahstate.edu. savstate. edu/. Savannah State University, 3219 College St. Clay Classes

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

Boating Classes

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

912-897-7656. savannahaux.com.

David Friedman "Thought Exchange" Master Class

A composer and inspirational motivator, Friedman works with the artists in an exploration of the art of singing. $25 advance, $30 at door Fri., Aug. 7, 4-6 p.m. savannahvoicefestival.org. westinsavannah.com/.

Westin Savannah Harbor Golf Resort & Spa, 1 Resort Drive.

DUI Prevention Group

Offers victim impact panels for intoxicated drivers, DUI, offenders, and anyone seeking knowledge about the dangers of driving while impaired. A must see for teen drivers. Meets monthly. $40/session 912443-0410.

Krav Maga / Tactical Self Defense:

Dynamic Defensive Tactics combines the Israeli self defense techniques of Krav Maga with tactical fighting concepts. This is NOT a martial art but a no nonsense approach to self defense. With over 37 years of experience, Roger D'Onofrio will teach you solutions, which are aggressive, simple and effective, to the violent situations of today. Note: these are private sessions for adults only. ongoing. 912-308-7109. ddt_910@yahoo.com.

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.

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1 Cloud over 6 Cookie’s partner?

10 Wi-fi setting 14 Avoid by deceit 15 “Who’s that kid with the ___ cookie?” (old jingle) 16 “My Name Is ___” 17 Beverage unit 18 Former picnic game that should’ve been titled “The Most Dangerous Game” 20 Cookie Monster, why do you like playing fetch with your dog?

22 Former New Jersey governor Tom 23 Longtime Mex. ruling party 24 ___ sorta 28 Superlative suffix 29 Wanna-___ 30 Lymphatic mass near a tonsil 32 Poet’s “before” 33 “Just so you’re aware...”

34 Embattled TV host 35 Cookie, what’s that picture of the Cheshire Cat with Winnie the Pooh?

39 Carbon dioxide’s lack 40 Masters’ mastery 41 Say no to 42 Toast opener 44 ___ Dew 45 Checked out

48 Japanese comic book genre 49 Hang like a diaper 50 ___ mater 51 Cookie, I don’t like this blindfold, but is that... aluminum?

55 Entree where you eat the bowl 58 Hen’s comment 59 Aloha Tower locale 60 “Tomb Raider” heroine Croft 61 Wood shop machine 62 Art colony in the desert 63 Like new stamp pads 64 Hurt all over

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1 Mimic 2 Party reminders with a “Maybe” status 3 Big shot 4 Old-fashioned theater name 5 Antiseptic target 6 Wisdom teeth, e.g.

7 Afghani neighbor 8 Dirty-minded 9 Word with King or Donkey 10 Humidity factors into it 11 Dinghy thing 12 1980s icon with his own breakfast cereal 13 Golfer Ernie 19 Rink fake-out 21 Olympic fencer 25 Nick’s wife in “The

Thin Man” 26 Couturier Christian 27 Ax’s cousin 29 Chilly response 30 Novelist Rand 31 Stayed put 32 Beyond bad 33 Page by phone?

35 Light-bulb lighter?

36 In shreds 37 Film colleague of Morpheus and Trinity 38 Bargain basement container 39 Physicist with a law and a unit named after him 43 Admission exams, casually 44 “Help!”

45 Pro tracker 46 “Cocoon” Oscar winner Don 47 Left one’s job in a huff 49 Feature of much witty blogging 50 Company with a duck mascot 52 “Going Back to ___” (LL Cool J single) 53 Jackson of country music 54 “Fiat lux” is its motto 55 “Bubble Guppies” watcher 56 Electric toothbrush battery size 57 Stand-up comic Margaret

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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.

terminology and explains how to work with the developers who will implement their ideas. $1,695 Aug. 10-12. https:// pe.gatech.edu/COMP8001. Georgia Tech Savannah, 210 Technology Circle.

Music Instruction

Georgia Music Warehouse, near corner of Victory Drive & Abercorn, offering instrucGroup & individual life coaching with a Cer- tion by professional musicians. Band intified Life Coach. Plan for a career change, struments, violin, piano, drums and guitar. new lifestyle, or an opportunity to pursue All ages welcome. ongoing. 912-358-0054. creative or business projects. Step-by-step georgiamusicwarehouse.com/. Georgia guidance to fulfill aspirations. In person Music Warehouse, 2424 Abercorn St. Music Lessons: Private or Group or telephone sessions. Thursdays.. 912Portman’s Music Academy offers private 596-1952. info@roiseandassociates.com. or group classes for ages 2 to 92, beginner Downtown Savannah, downtown.

Mobile App Course to advanced level. All instruments. Also, This course is for business people and en- voice lessons, music production technoltrepreneurs who have an idea for a mobile ogy and DJ lessons. Teaching staff of over application, but don’t know where to begin 20 instructors with professional, well as well as those who simply want to learn equipped studios. Fridays.. 912-354-1500. more about the mobile industry. It teaches portmansmusic.com. portmansmusic. non-programmers basic technology and com. Portman's Music Superstore, 7650 Abercorn St. Life Coaching

Music Lessons--Multiple Instruments

Savannah Musicians' Institute offers private instruction for all ages and experience levels in Guitar (electric, acoustic,classical), Piano, Bass, Voice, Banjo, Mandolin, Ukulele, Flute, Clarinet, Saxophone, Music Theory/Composition/ Songwriting. 609 69th Street, Savannah GA. ongoing. 912-398-8828. smisavannah@ gmail.com. savmusiciansinstitute.com.

New Horizons Adult Band Program

Music program for adults who played a

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

Write a novel, finish the one you've started, revise it or pursue publication. 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

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 inquiries only. ongoing.

A. Roper Studio - Voice Technique and Coaching

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collaborative studio. Services offered include strengthening the voice, range extension, relaxation techniques, and coaching through various styles of music.

Audition and competition preparation.

Located 15 minutes from downtown.

Varies Mondays-Saturdays, 8 a.m.-8 p.m.

912-484-0628. Downtown Savannah, downtown.

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

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

Russian Language Classes

SAT Math Prep

This one-week (5- day) series focuses on thinking strategies and skill development needed for maximizing scores on the math portion of the SAT. $160.00 per person Aug. 10-14, 3-5 p.m. 912-478-5551. conted@georgiasouthern.edu. academics.georgiasouthern.edu/ce/programs/ personaldevelopment/satprepsavannah/. cgc.georgiasouthern.edu/. Coastal Georgia Center, 305 Fahm Street.

Sherrill Milnes Master Class

Legendary baritone and artistic leader of the VOICE Programs Milnes shares the process of great singing with audiences while he works with the 2015 Studio Artists. Sat., Aug. 8, 1-3 p.m. and Mon., Aug. 10, 1-3 p.m. westinsavannah.com/. Westin Savannah Harbor Golf Resort & Spa, 1 Resort Drive.

Social Dancing for Weddings and Events

A specialty class to learn how to dance to a Band or DJ at any event or wedding.

Singles and couples welcome. The class will be Wednesdays at 7pm starting on the first Wednesday of each month and runs for 4 weeks. 1st session starts Wednesday, July 1st. Must call to sign up and reserve space. 4 weeks for $40 per person Wed., Aug. 5, 7-8 p.m.

612.470.6683. salondebaile.dance@ gmail.com. salondebailedancestudio. com. Salon de Baile Dance Studio, 7064 Hodgson Memorial Drive.

Clubs & Organizations

13th Colony Sound Barbershop Chorus

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

Abeni Cultural Arts Dance Classes

Classses for multiple ages in performance dance and adult fitness dance. African, modern, ballet, jazz, tap, contemporary, gospel. Held at Abeni Cultural Arts studio, 8400-B Abercorn St. Call Muriel, 912-6313452, or Darowe, 912-272-2797. ongoing. abeniculturalarts@gmail.com.

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Buccaneer Region SCCA

Local chapter of the Sports Car Club of America, hosting monthly solo/autocross driving events in the Savannah area. Anyone with a safe car, insurance and a valid driver's license is eligible to participate.

See website. ongoing. buccaneerregion. org.

Business Networking on the Islands

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

Chatham Sailing Club

Friday evening social event at the clubhouse. Meet Members and their families who all enjoy water based activities but whose prime interest is sailing. This BYOB event is free and all are welcome, but Membership is encouraged after several visits once interest is gauged!! We look forward to meeting you. Fridays, 7-10 p.m. pranschkec3@gmail.com. Young's Marina, 218 Wilmington Island Rd.

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. Freedom Network

An international, leaderless network of individuals seeking more freedom in an unfree world. Meetings twice monthly, Thursdays, 8:30pm. Topics and meeting locations vary. No politics, no religious affiliation, no dues, no fees. Every other Thursday.. onebornfree@yahoo.com.

302 West Victory Drive www.smokecartel.com

Geechee Sailing Club

Founded in 1971, GSC promotes sailing and boating safety, education, and fellowship.Member of the South Atlantic Yacht Racing Association. second Monday of every month, 6 p.m. 912-356-3265. geecheesailingclub.org. liveoakstore.com/ tubbysthunderbolt. Tubby's Tank House (Thunderbolt), 2909 River Dr. Historic Flight Savannah

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.

Historic Savannah Chapter: ABWA

Meets the second Thursday of every month

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Exchange Club of Savannah - Weekly Lunch

Meets every Monday (except on the fifth Monday of the month), 12pm-1pm. Weekly speaker, and honor a student of the month and year, police officer and fireman of the year. Charities: Jenkins Boys & Girls Club; Center for the Prevention of Child Abuse.

Guest are welcome Mondays, 12-1 p.m..

912-441-6559. Savannahexchange.org.

Exchange Club of Savannah, 4801 Meding Street.

Fiber Guild of the Savannahs

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

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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.

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.

R.U.F.F. - Retirees United for the Future

RUFF meets the last Friday of each month at 10am to protect Social Security, Medicare, Medicaid and related senior issues.

Parking in the rear. Free to all Seniors ongoing. 912-344-5127. New Covenant Church, 2201 Bull 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

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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 every 4th Tuesday of the month at 6:00 pm at local restaurants. 3rd Tuesday in November; none in December.

For dinner reservations, please call Sybil Cannon at 912-964-5366. ongoing. 912748-7020. savannahnavyleague.us.

Savannah Fencing Club

34 Beginner classes Tuesdays and Thurs-

days 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 the 4th Monday each month, Sept. through June. ongoing, 7 p.m. savannahkennelclub. org. barnesrestaurant.com. Barnes Restaurant, 5320 Waters Avenue.

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 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 Quilt Guild

Meets second Saturday, 9:30am-11:30am.

Social time, business meeting and program. September through June, at Woods of Savannah, 1764-C Hodgson Memorial.

Membership: $25/year. second Saturday of every month.. (912) 598-9977. savannahquiltguild@comcast.net.

Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 671

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

Woodville-Tompkins Scholarship Foundation

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

Dance

Adult Ballet Class

Maxine Patterson School of Dance, 2212 Lincoln St, offers adult ballet on Thursdays, 6:30pm-7:30pm $12 per class. Call for info. ongoing. 912-234-8745.

Adult Intermediate Ballet

Beginner and intermediate ballet, modern dance, barre fusion, barre core body sculpt, gentle stretch & tone. Tuesdays..

912-925-0903. theballetschoolsav.com.

Ballet School, 10010 Abercorn St. Mondays and Wednesdays, 7pm-8pm. $12/class or $90/8 classes. Call for info. Academy of Dance, 74 W. Montgomery Crossroad.

Wednesdays. 912-921-2190.

Argentine Tango

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

Awaken with Chakradance™

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.

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.

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.

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.

Society for Creative Anachronism

Savannah Story Games

Savannah Toastmasters

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

Mondays, 6:15pm, Memorial Health University Medical Center, in the Conference Room C. ongoing. 912-484-6710. memorialhealth.com/. Memorial Health University Medical Center, 4700 Waters Ave. Savannah Veggies and Vegans

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

Mondays.

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. second Tuesday of every month.. savannahwritersgroup.blogspot.com.

Ballroom Group Dance Class

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

Learn basic moves and choreography with local Belly Dancer, Nicole Edge. Class is open to all ages and skill levels. Walk-ins welcome. 15.00 Wednesdays, 7-8 p.m.

912-596-0889. edgebelly@gmail.com. edgebellydance.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. Free Dance Thursdays at Lake Mayer

Lake Mayer is offering free dance and fitness classes for all ages every Thursday, in the Community Center. 9:30 am and 10:30 am is the "Little Movers" class for toddlers. 12:00 pm Lunch Break Fitness.

1:30 pm Super Seniors. 5:30 pm youth hip hop. 6:30 pm Adult African Fitness. FREE

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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 Collier for info. ongoing. 912-748-0731.

Irish Dance Classes

Glor na Dare offers beginner to champion Irish Dance classes for ages 5 and up.

Adult Step & Ceili, Strength and Flexibility, non-competitive and competitive programs, workshops, camps. Certified.

Wednesdays.. 912-704-2052. prideofirelandga@gmail.com.

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.

LaBlast- Dance Fitness designed by Louis Van Amstel from DWTS

Created by world renowned dancer and ABC's "Dancing with the Stars" professional, Louis Van Amstel, LaBlast uniquely combines a wide variety of ballroom dance styles and music genres. Do the Cha Cha Cha, Disco, Jive, Merengue, Salsa and Samba set to everything from pop and rock to hip-hop and country – and burn fat and blast calories! No experience and no partner necessary. $15.00 drop in or 10 classes for $80.00 Mondays, 6-7 p.m. and Fridays, 10-11 a.m. 912.312.3549. reservetodance@ gmail.com. salondebailedancestudio.com.

Salon de Baile Dance Studio, 7064 Hodgson Memorial Drive.

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.

Tuesdays.. salsasavannah.com.

Salsa Night

Come and shake it to the best latin grooves and bachata the night away in Pooler where it's cooler. Wednesdays, 8-11 p.m.

912-988-1052. medi.tavern314@gmail. com. Mediterranean Tavern, 125 Foxfield Way. 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.

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.

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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 Studio, 7064 Hodgson Memorial Drive.

Health

All Level Free Fitness Class

Ready to get your free workout on? Come workout in a supportive, encouraging fun environment. All Fitness Levels welcomed.

Every Monday at 9:30am. FREE Mondays, 9:30-10:30 a.m.. 912-544-6387. info@erigosavannah.com. erigosavannah.com. Erigo, 5301 Paulsen Street.

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

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Beginner and intermediate classes. Fridays 10am-11:15am. Doris Martin Studio, 7360 Skidaway Rd. Call Elizabeth for info. ongoing. 912-354-5586.

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Free will astrology ARIES

March 21-April 19

Charles de Lint is a novelist whose stories are influenced by folklore, myths, and science fiction. In his book *Yarrow,* a wizardly character named Toby is skilled at conjuring. He can make small objects appear and disappear, for example. But Toby yearns for more. ❝I want to be magic,” he says. “I want to be a friend of elves and live in a tree. I want to marry a moonbeam and hear the stars sing. I don’t want to pretend at magic anymore. I want to be magic.” If you have ever wished for a comparable upgrade, Aries, now is an unusually favorable time to work on it.

TAURUS

April 20-May 20

An imaginative Welsh man named Liam Bennett has developed a “dausage,” which is a blend of a doughnut and sausage. One of his most requested treats is pork meat stuffed with strawberry jelly. Even if this novel blend doesn’t appeal to your taste buds, it serves as a good prompt for my advice: The coming weeks will be a favorable time to expand your notion of what types of nourishment are fun and healthy for you. I mean that in the metaphorical as well as the literal sense. Experiment with new recipes, both with the food you provide your body and the sustenance you feed your soul.

GEMINI

May 21-June 20

In the woods, living matter isn’t segregated from the decaying stuff. Rotting tree trunks are host to teeming colonies of moss. Withered stems of ferns mingle with cheerful saplings. Audacious mushrooms sprout up among scraps of fallen leaves. The birds and beetles and lizards and butterflies don’t act as if this mix is weird. They seem to be at peace with it. I suspect they thrive on it, even exult in it. That’s the spirit I suggest you adopt as you enjoy the paradoxical mélange of your life in the coming weeks, Gemini. Celebrate the mysterious magic that emerges as you simultaneously fade and flourish, decline and increase, wind down and rise up.

CANCER

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Here are some tips on being the best Cancerian you can be: 1. Cultivate your sensitivity as a strength. Regard your emotional vulnerability as a superpower. 2. Nurture yourself at least as much as you nurture others. 3. Learn to know the difference between your golden hunches and the glimmering delusions that your demons stir up.

4. Be kind, but don’t be exorbitantly nice.

5. Remember that others’ unhappiness is rarely your fault or responsibility. 6. Keep reinventing the way you love yourself.

LEO

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“What are the best things and the worst things in your life, and when are you going to get around to whispering or shouting them?” This question was posed by Leo

author Ray Bradbury in his book *Zen in the Art of Writing: Essays on Creativity.* Even if you’re not a writer yourself, you will benefit from responding to his exhortation.

It’s one of the best things you could possibly do to activate your dormant creativity and intensify your lust for life. This is one of those times when working with your extremes is not only safe and healthy, but also fun and inspirational. So do it, Leo! Get excited and expressive about the best and worst things in your life.

VIRGO

Aug. 23-Sept. 22

It’s time to leave behind the golden oldies.

You’d be wise to tiptoe away from tradition, and give the ghosts of the past one last kiss goodbye, and wean yourself from nostalgia for the good old days. Frankly, my dear, you’ve got numerous appointments with the future, and it would be a shame to miss them because you’re mucking around with memories. In the coming weeks -- for that matter, in the coming months -- you’re most likely to thrive if you become an agent of change. And the most important thing to change is your relationship to the person you used to be.

LIBRA

Sept. 23-Oct. 22

In Indonesia, the term *gotong-royong* is defined as the “joint bearing of burdens.”

In practice it means that you and I and our allies get together voluntarily to help each other achieve a shared goal. It may also be an agreement to provide mutual aid: I help you do what you need to have done, and you help me with my task. *Gotong-royong* also implies that we enjoy working together.

The emotional tone that we cultivate is affection and care. By sharing a burden, we lighten the load that each of us has to bear. I bring this to your attention, Libra, because it’s the *gotong-royong* season for you and yours. Be the ringleader who initiates and sustains it.

SCORPIO

Oct. 23-Nov. 21

In one of his poems, Jack Gilbert mentions “the incurably sane,” who are “uncrippled by beauty” and “unbutchered by love.”

When I read those lines, I felt a surge of protest. Is there a single person on the earth who fits that description? No! I was miffed by such starry-eyed idealism. Later, though, as I studied the astrological omens for you Scorpios, my attitude softened. I realized that the coming weeks may be a time when many of you will at least temporarily be incurably sane, uncrippled by beauty, and unbutchered by love. If you’re one of these lucky ones, please use your blessed grace to spread an abundance of blessed grace everywhere you go.

be with X-factors and wild cards. You will thrive to the degree that you cultivate alliances with mavericks and instigators.

Are you shrewd enough to mess with timetested formulas? Are you restless enough to rebel against habits that stifle your curiosity?

CAPRICORN

Dec. 22-Jan. 19

How to be a Capricorn, according to my Capricorn reader Sadie Kennedy: When you are younger, take yourself too seriously.

Look and act older than you actually are as you serve what’s most practical. Sacrifice fun and frivolity, working doggedly to achieve the goals you yearn for, until you reach some level of accomplishment. Then realize, as if struck by a thunderbolt, that fun and frivolity have practical value. Begin to age backwards like Benjamin Button as you balance work with play and discipline with leisure. Enjoy the fruits of your intense efforts as everyone tells you how relaxed and supple and resilient you are becoming.

AQUARIUS

Jan. 20-Feb. 18

Cracking open the shell of a soft-boiled egg is a tricky task. You must be firm enough to break the shell, but sufficiently gentle to avoid making a mess. If you live in Germany, you have access to a metal instrument that provides just the right measure of soft force. It’s called an *Eierschalensollbruchstellenverursacher,* translated as “soft-boiled egg shell cracker.” Your assignment in the coming weeks is to cultivate a talent that is metaphorically similar to an *Eierschalensollbruchstellenverursacher.* I believe you will need that blend of sensitivity and power on numerous occasions.

PISCES

Feb. 19-March 20

Americans often regard Cuba as impoverished and backwards. There is an element of truth in their prejudice, primarily because the U.S. has imposed a stifling embargo on the Caribbean nation for over 50 years. That’s why, for example, many Cubans drive cars that were manufactured in the 1950s. But I wonder how my fellow citizens would respond if they knew that in some ways Cuba’s healthcare system is better than America’s. The World Health Organization recently congratulated Cuba for being the first country on earth to eradicate the transmission of syphilis and HIV from mothers to babies. Can you identify a metaphorically similar situation in your personal life, Pisces? Are there people you regard as inferior or undeveloped who could teach you an important lesson or motivate you to grow? Now is a perfect time to benefit from their influence.

is no charge to attend. Wed., Aug. 5, 6 p.m.

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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.

Free Hearing and Speech Screening

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

Free walk-in HIV testing. 8am-4pm Mon.Fri. No appointment needed. Test results in 20 minutes. Follow-up visit and counseling will be set up for anyone testing positive. Call for info. ongoing. 912-6445217. Chatham County Health Dept., 1395 Eisenhower Dr. Health Care for Uninsured People

Open for primary care for uninsured residents of Chatham County. Mon.-Fri., 8:30am-3:30pm. Call for info or appointment. ongoing. 912-443-9409. St. Joseph's/Candler--St. Mary's Health Center, 1302 Drayton St. Hypnosis, Guided Imagery and Relaxation Therapy

Helps everyday ordinary people with everyday ordinary problems: smoking, weight loss, phobias, fears, ptsd, life coaching.

Caring, qualified professional help. See website or call for info. ongoing. 912-9273432. savannahypnosis.com.

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What everyone ought to know about our drinking water (bottled, tap, distilled, reverse osmosis, filtered, alkaline and spring.) Are you paying thousands of money for water that is making you sick?

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FREE Tuesdays, 7-8:15 p.m. 703-989-6995. oggisavannah@gmail.com. Anahata Healing Arts Center, 2424 Drayton St. Suite B. 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. 912897-9544. lllusa.org/web/savannahga. html.

Labor and Delivery Tour

SAGITTARIUS

Want to take a look around before the big day? Register for a tour of our labor and delivery areas. The tour is held once a month and fills up quickly, so please register early. Call 912-350-BORN (2676). second Sunday of every month. memorialhealth.com/. Memorial Health University Medical Center, 4700 Waters Ave.

If you’re not skirting the edges of the forbidden zone, you’re playing it too safe. If you’re not serving as a benevolent mischiefmaker for someone you care about, you’re shirking your duty. Your allegiance should

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

Nov. 22-Dec. 21

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Resource Center. (Program sponsors.) ongoing. 912-447-6605.

Planned Parenthood Hotline

First Line is a statewide hotline for women seeking information on health services.

Open 7pm-11pm nightly. ongoing. 800264-7154.

Prepared Childbirth Class

This course gives an overview of reproductive anatomy and physiology and explains the process of labor and delivery in simple, easy-to-understand terms. The four-week course includes a tour of the labor and delivery unit. This class is popular, so please register early $75 per couple Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m. 912-350-2676. memorialhealth.com/. Memorial Health University Medical Center, 4700 Waters Ave. LGBT

First City Network

Georgia's oldest LGBT organization (founded in 1985), is a local non-profit community service organization whose mission is to share resources of health care, counseling, education, advocacy and mutual support in the Coastal Empire. Members and guests enjoy many special events throughout the year, including First Saturday Socials held the first Saturday of each month at 7pm.

Mondays. 912-236-CITY. firstcitynetwork. org.

Gay AA Meeting

True Colors Group of Alcoholics Anonymous, a gay and lesbian AA meeting that welcomes all alcoholics, meets Thursdays and Sundays, 7:30pm, at the Unitarian Universalist Church, 311 E. Harris, 2nd floor.

New location effective 11/2012. ongoing.

Georgia Equality Savannah

Local chapter of Georgia's largest gay rights group. 104 W. 38th St. 912-547-6263. ongoing.

GVNT HAVS

GVNT HAVS is a free monthly drag show that houses the unique antics of the House of Gunt, a Savannah based free-form drag collective whose mission is to connect the trashy with the flashy, the kitschy with the classy, and the people of Savannah with a breath of fresh, queer air. Free first Thursday of every month, 10 p.m. houseofgunt@ gmail.com. Chuck's Bar, 305 West River Street.

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.

Religious & Spiritual

Band of Sisters Prayer Group

All women are invited. Second Tuesdays, 7:30am-8:30am. Fellowship Assembly, 5224 Augusta Rd. Email or call Jeanne Seaver or see website for info. "The king's heart is like channels of water in the hands of the Lord." (Prov. 21:1) ongoing. 912-6638728. jeanneseaver@aol.com. capitolcom. org/georgia.

Buddhist Meditation

Visit savannahzencenter.com for location, schedule & events. Teacher: Un Shin Beach, Sensei. Newcomers and all lineages welcome. Children of all ages welcome. Suggested donation $10. ongoing. Downtown Savannah, downtown.

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.

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. 912-2289425. Columba House, 34th Street between Abercorn and Lincoln Streets.

Gratitude Circle in the Squares

Join Joanne Morton and others on Wednesdays for a weekly gathering of positive energy. All are welcome. Free hugs.

View calendar for the square of the week.

Wednesdays, 12-12:30 p.m. 917-676-4280. magicpassionlove.com/savannah-gratitude/. Downtown Savannah, downtown.

Open Meditation

Open meditation session at Studio ZhaZhee LLC. By donation (suggested $5). Arrive 5-10 minutes early. Come as you are. Mondays-Fridays, 12:30-1 p.m..

845-453-5172. studiozhazhee@gmail.com. studiozhazhee.com. Studio ZhaZhee LLC, 125 W Duffy st.

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A Bible book club for those wanting to read

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Crossword Answers

Joan’s go-to list for happy thoughts

By Your Pal Erin

beautiful.

10. Step out of your comfort zone and reach out to others. Ask for what you need.

11. Make peace with the worst-case scenario.

Dear Erin, Shake its hand. Pat it on the head. Then it no I’ve been enjoying your column longer has power over you. in Connect Savannah, espe12. Remember always – I am Eternal Being cially your ability to maintain and so are You. a positive and loving attitude, even when the Peace and blessings to you Erin – and thank letters people write are often cynical.

In response to last week’s column asking readers you for asking for help and inspiring me to step out of my comfort zone. to share their Happy Place, here’s my Go To Namaste, list, in no particular order: 1. Refer to anything written by Eckhart Tolle. Joan He is a true Teacher. Here’s something that Hi Joan, arrived in my inbox earlier this week: “BoreNamaste back atchya! dom, anger, sadness, or fear are not ‘yours,’ not Thank you so much for your thoughtful personal. They are conditions of the human letter.

I appreciate your willingness to step mind. They come and go. Nothing that comes out of your comfort to help bring peace and and goes is you.”

2. Get yourself on the John of God crystal light joy to all who read this column.

Sending much love and light to you, Joan. table the next time Renee and Barry Adcock are in town (at Unity Savannah). Do the one- Please share your insights with us anytime.

Your pal, hour session. You will be lifted and shifted.

Erin John of God is a divine energy portal. For more information, go to www.spiritenlighten.com.

Ps. If Joan’s letter has inspired you to step 3. Take in less news and/or focus on stories out of your comfort zone, why not share that inspire. The so-called “news” reflects our your story? You just might be the candle collective addiction to fear and worst-case scethat ignites the light of inspiration in somenarios, multiplied by constant global distribution and access. Much more good is happening one who could really use it. in the world each day than what is peddled in “If your actions inspire others to dream the media, so let’s be more selective about where more, learn more, do more and become we focus our attention. Many of us understand more, you are a leader.” – John Quincy the concept “what you focus on expands”. It’s Adams time for us to live it. If you don’t want to quit the news (like me), resolve to approach it more The Ghost Dog Diaries is a weekly advice column, lightly. inspired by the late PJ Cuddlesworth. Three hours 4. Recite the serenity prayer. after PJ’s passing, Erin held an Irish Wake in her honor.

5. Refer to anything written in the Course in That’s when her name appeared in her beer. (MisMiracles. One of my favorite lines and antispelled, of course. Ghost Dogs aren’t equipped with dote (for any problem) – “Only Love is real.

Nothing unreal exists. Therein lies the peace of Autocorrect.) Erin and PJ have been giving psychic readings and helping people connect with their loved God.” ones who have passed ever since.

6. Read Outrageous Openness by Tosha Silver. It’s a best seller for good reason. This anthology of briefs about living and growing in Got a question about life after death and other phenomena? Give us a shout at psychicyourpalerin@ wisdom is so funny you’ll laugh out loud.

7. Repeat this mantra, “I bring light, love and gmail.com. Although we don’t give psychic readings joy to the world when I bring light, love and joy in this column, you can learn more about private to my self. When I make myself happy I am in consultations at www.yourpalerin.com service.”

8. Spend time in a “happy place”. For me it’s Whole Foods Savannah, one of their most beautiful stores with many lovely people working there.

9. Cook and eat something delicious and 37 psychicyourpalerin@gmail.com www.yourpalerin.com

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the Bible in one year. Open to all. Book club format, not a traditional Bible study.

All welcome, regardless of race, creed, sexual orientation, religion. Thurs. 6:00pm7:00pm. Call for info. ongoing. 912-2335354. 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. 440-371-5209.

Sweet Water Spa, 148 Abercorn Street.

Service of Compline

Enter the stillness of another age. Gregorian Chant sung by candlelight at 9:00-9:30 p.m. every Sunday night by the Complne Choir of Christ Church Anglican. Come, say good nigh to God. All are welcome. ongoing. Christ Church Anglican, 37th and Bull.

South Valley Baptist Church

Weekly Sunday services. Sunday school, 10:00am. Worship, 11:30am. Tuesday Bible Study/Prayer Service, 6:30pm. Pastor Rev. Dr. Barry B. Jackson, 480 Pine Barren

from, what they look like, or whom they love – Unity is just glad that each person Sundays on Thursdays Worship Service is here. Sunday 9:15am meditative service Thursdays. 912-826-0206. maritimebethe- and 11:00am celebratory service show latsavannah.org. The Fellowship Assembly what the New Thought Movement is all of God Church, 5224 Augusta Road. about. Children’s church 11am service.

Tapestry Church Unity loves all people, just as they are.

A church for all people! We don't care what Sundays. 912-355-4704. unityofsavannah. you are wearing, just that you are here. org. unityofsavannah.org/. Unity Church of From the moment you walk in until the mo- Savannah, 2320 Sunset Blvd. ment you leave, Tapestry is committed to delivering a creative, challenging, straight Special Screenings Film: Metropolis forward, and honest message about the role of biblical principles in your life. Come "Metropolis" is a 1927 German expressionist epic science-fiction drama film directed experience an environment that helps you

by Fritz Lang. Lang and his wife Thea von connect with God and discover his incredHarbou wrote the silent film, which starred ible purpose for your life. Join us every Brigitte Helm, Gustav Fröhlich, Alfred Abel Sunday morning 10AM at the Habersham YMCA. Sundays, 10 a.m. tapestrysavannah. and Rudolf Klein-Rogge. $5 suggested com. ymcaofcoastalga.org/. YMCA (Haber- donation Sun., Aug. 9, 7 p.m. sulfurstudios. org. Sulfur Studios, 2301 Bull Street. sham Branch), 6400 Habersham St. Road, Pooler, GA "Saving a nation one soul at a time." ongoing.

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. 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

Film: Phantom Lady

The PFS pays tribute to late actress Ella Raines by screening the third film she ever made, a dark and intense murder mystery produced by Alfred Hitchcock's former screenwriter and the first film noir directed

by Robert Siodomak. $7 Wed., Aug. 5, 8 p.m. sentientbean.com. The Sentient Bean, 13 East Park Ave. Film: Dirty Dancing

Baby (Jennifer Grey) is one listless summer away from the Peace Corps. Hoping to enjoy her youth while it lasts, she’s disappointed when her summer plans deposit her at a sleepy resort in the Catskills with her parents. Her luck turns around, however, when the resort’s dance instruc-

tor, Johnny (Patrick Swayze), enlists Baby as his new partner, and the two fall in love. Baby’s father forbids her from seeing Johnny, but she’s determined to help him perform the last big dance of the summer. $9 Sat., Aug. 8, 8-10 p.m. 912-525-5050. lucastheatre.com/schedule/dirty-dancing/. lucastheatre.com. Lucas Theatre for the Arts, 32 Abercorn St. Film: Road House

The Double Deuce is the meanest, loudest, and rowdiest bar south of the MasonDixon Line, and Dalton (Patrick Swayze) has been hired to clean it up. He might not look like much, but the Ph.D.-educated bouncer proves he’s more than capable — busting the heads of troublemakers and turning the roadhouse into a jumping hot-spot. But Dalton’s romance with the gorgeous Dr. Clay (Kelly Lynch) puts him on the bad side of cutthroat local big shot Brad Wesley (Ben Gazzara). $9 Fri., Aug. 7, 8-10 p.m. 912-525-5050. lucastheatre. com/schedule/road-house/. lucastheatre.com. Lucas Theatre for the Arts, 32 Abercorn St. Punk Rock Movie Night

Join the Sentient Bean for a monthly series of movies directly inspired by punk music, fashion or general attitude. The movie will start promptly at 8PM. Admission is free for customers. Attendees are invited to discuss and or promote any events or shows happening around town. second Saturday of every month, 8 p.m. sentientbean.com. The Sentient Bean, 13 East Park Ave.

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CLEAN, QUIET, NICE ROOMS & EFFICIENCIES from $100-$215. Near Bus lines.

MCFADDEN PLACE APTS. Refrigerator, Stove, Washer Quiet, Country Setting. Offering & Dryer. For More Info, Call 1BR Apts. Ages 62 & Older. 912-272-3438 or 912-412Income-based Rent. Community 2818 Room; Activities. Contact 912653-3113 NEVILS MH FOR RENT. 2BR, 2BA. ROOMMATE WANTED: Single, Individual.

Safe Set on 3 acres. Mins. to I-16. $500 Mature + Deposit. References required. Environment. Central heat/air, cable, washer/dryer. $280/ BiNo pets. 912-839-4813. weekly; $280/security deposit, No lease. Immediate occupancy. Call REDUCED RENT & Mr.Brown: 912-663-2574 or 912DEPOSIT! 234-9177.

SPECIAL! SPECIAL!

*11515 WHITE BLUFF ROAD: $650/month for 1BR/1BA Apt. with $500/deposit. *1303 EAST 66TH STREET: 2BR/2BA $795/month, $500/ deposit. *207 EDGEWATER ROAD. Nice location.

2BR/2BA, all electric, $795/month. *1812 N. AVALON: 2BR, 1.5BA $720/month.

DAVIS RENTALS

310 EAST MONTGOMERY CROSSROADS, 912-354-4011 OR 656-5372 RENT OR RENT-TO-OWN: Remodeled mobile homes, 3BR/2BA, in Garden City mobile home park. Low down affordable payments. Credit check approval.

Call Gwen, Manager, at 912-9647675

No Bees; No Honey, No Classified Ad; No Money!

Call 912-721-4350 and Place Your Classified Ad Today!

ROOMS FOR RENT - ADULT LIVING: $150 weekly. No deposit. Furnished rooms. All utilities included. Call 912844-5995 ROOMS FOR RENT Westside/Downtown Savannah: 38th/42nd Street. Adult Living.

Furnished, all utilities included.

Washer/Dryer on premises, cable TV, WiFi/Internet. $150/weekly. $100/deposit. Requirements: Pay stubs/ID. Call 912-677-0271

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SAVANNAH'S HOUSE OF GRACE

SENIOR LIVING AT IT'S BEST FOR AGES 50 & BETTER Shared community living for full functioning seniors ages 50 & above. Nice comfortable living at affordable rates.

Shared kitchen & bathroom.

All bedrooms have central heating/air and cable.

Bedrooms are fully furnished and private. Make this community one you will want to call home.

SAVANNAH'S HOUSE OF GRACE also has community housing with its own private bath. Different rates apply.

Income must be verifiable.

We accept gov. vouchers.

Prices starting at $550.

Call 912-844-5995

SHARED LIVING: Fully Furnished Apts. $170 weekly.

No deposit. All utilities included. Call 912-844-5995 THUNDERBOLT LOCATION Room available, across from SSU. Shower, toilet, sink included in room, washer/dryer available. $130/week. $100/deposit. $15/ mo. cable. 912-844-3990 or 912655-9121

Roommate Wanted HOME SHARE. Bedroom and bath. Tybee/Tidal Creek. Working, mature female only. $650 plus deposit, utilities/wi-fi included.

Avail. Sept. 1. 912-344-5684 LOOKING TO SHARE 3BR Apt., off Skidaway, to include: CH/A, cable & internet, walk-in closet. Must be Employed Full-time. $500/mo.

Please call 912-272-1416

Automotive Cars/Trucks/Vans FENDER BENDER ??

Paint & Body Work.

Reasonably Priced. Insurance Claims. We buy wrecks. Call 912-355-5932.

Service Directory Business Services FOR ALL TYPES OF MASONRY REPAIR

Brick, Block, Concrete, Stucco, Brick Paving, Grading, Clearing, etc., New & Repair Work. Call Michael Mobley, 912-631-0306

Soundboard What bands are playing and Where?

CheCk the ‘board to find out!

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the livin’ is easy this summer at the lucas.

This week...

RoadDiamonds House Are Forever July7th, 10th, 8:00pm August 8:00pm

Dirty Dancing August 8th, 8:00pm

next week: Total Recall August 13th, 8:00 pm Conan the Barbarian August 14th, 8:00 pm Predator August 15th, 8:00 pm

LUCAS THEATRE FOR THE ARTS

for tickets: 912.525.5050 lucastheatre.com