Connect Savannah November 7, 2018

NOV 7-13, 2018 NEWS, ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT WEEKLY

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WEDNESDAY 11. 7 The Big Fake Wedding Savannah

As seen on The TODAY Show, The Big Fake Wedding is a bridal show alternative complete with a ceremony, food and drinks and a dance party reception.

Tybee Island Wedding Chapel, 1114 U.S. Hwy. 80. $25 hello@thebigfakewedding.com

Coastal Empire Fair

The Coastal Empire Fair, sponsored by the Exchange Club of Savannah, returns with entertainment, music, rides, and a wide variety of food and attractions.

Nov. 1-11 Coastal Empire Fairgrounds, 4801 Meding St coastalempirefair.com

Film: Jamaican Gold

Saturday in Starland - Desoto SAT 11.10

Street Market

The next Desoto Street Market will have awesome locally made products, vintage tents, live music, a fundraising drive, and some fun activities for the kids. There will be tasty treats from PERC Coffee Roasters and King of Pops Savannah, and Yoshi’s Kitchen food truck will be there from 12-4.

10am-5pm 2423 Desoto Ave

The Psychotronic Film Society salutes the life and career of German-born actress Elke Sommer.

8 p.m.

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

Film: The Secret of Nimh

Laney Contemporary presents its first ever artist choice movie screening, chosen by Will Penny.

7 p.m.

Laney Contemporary, 1810 Mills B Lane Blvd.

Protecting our Streets: An Update on Historic Pavements in Savannah and Beyond

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Living historians from the 48th New York Volunteer Infantry Regiment will recreate many aspects of daily life inside the Civil War-era post.

9am-5pm Free admission on Sunday, Veterans Day

Dr. Robin Williams will build on his soldout presentation in January 2017 by exploring the significance of Savannah’s street and sidewalk pavement.

6:30 p.m.

Massie Heritage Center, 207 East Gordon St. Free and open to the public

Savannah Food and Wine Festival

The South’s best culinary happenings in one exceptional week in Savannah. Iconic and historic coastal venues provide the perfect backdrop for gourmand fun.

Nov. 5-11 savannahfoodandwinefestival.com

Yashira, Gillian Carter, Sins of Godless Men, Negative Graves

Presented by AURA Fest Entertainment.

9 p.m.

El-Rocko Lounge, 117 Whitaker St. $8 advance, $10 door

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THURSDAY 11. 8

FRIDAY 11. 9

Brighter Day’s 40th Anniversary

Abbey Road LIVE’s White Album Anniversary Show

Independent, locally owned natural foods market, Brighter Day, celebrates 40 years.

2-8 p.m.

American Legion Ballroom, 1108 Bull St.

City Hotel Allagash Brewery Oyster Roast

Public oyster roast with $25 all you can eat May Rkiver roasted oysters, draft beer from Allagash Brewery and music by City Hotel Bluegrass.

6 p.m.

The Wyld Dock Bar, 2740 Livingston Ave. $25 for oysters, free to enter e 912-692-1219. thewylddockbar.com

Film: The Candidate

Jeremy Larner’s adapted screenplay won an Academy Award and Redford delivers one of his best performances.

7 p.m.

Tybee Post Theater, 10 Van Horne. $10

Lecture: Beer Is Good For You

Learn how beer’s unique ingredients benefit your health with Dr. Anna Lepeley.

7 p.m.

Moon River Brewing Co., 21 West Bay St.

Lecture: Passion to Serve

Savannah business leaders who work with military personnel are gathering to discuss how the military community gives back through profit and passion.

8 a.m.

Georgia Tech Savannah, 210 Technology Circle. $15, including breakfast pe.gatech.edu/Sav-Learners

Mountainfilm On Tour Savannah

In honor of Veterans Day, view three films: Return from Desolation, Adventure Not War, and Fear Us Women. Presented by Mountainfilm on Tour.

5:30 p.m.

Service Brewing Company, 574 Indian Street. $15, free for all veterans mountainfilmsav.org

c Theatre: Twelfth Night This story of romance, satire and mistaken identity combines dynamic narrative drive with a torrent of sound and music.

Thurs-Sat. 7:30 p.m., Sun. 3 p.m.

Armstrong Fine Arts Ctr, 11935 Abercorn St.

Waters Avenue: Voices Along the Corridor

Blank Page Poetry presents an evening of storytelling along the Waters Avenue corridor.

6:30 p.m.

St. Peter’s Episcopal, 3 West Ridge Road.

Free

In 1968, The Beatles were at the top of their game.

8 p.m.

Tybee Post Theater, 10 Van Horne. $20 tybeeposttheater.showare.com/

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Record Scratch w/ J.J. Hensley

J.J. Hensley will be reading from and discussing his newest publication, Record Scratch, the mystery novel divided into 12 tracks on a vinyl album.

7 p.m.

The Book Lady Bookstore, 6 East Liberty St.

Savannah Music Festival 2019 Season Kickoff Concert

William Bell and Jontavious Willis perform at the festival lineup announcement.

7:30 p.m.

Lucas Theatre for the Arts, 32 Abercorn St. $30 912-525-5050. savannahmusicfestival.org

Theatre: King Lear

Shakespeare’s tragic story of madness, age, and manipulation set against the backdrop of the Y2K Panic. Presented by the Savannah Shakes.

Fri. and Sun., 7:30 p.m., Sat. 2 p.m.

Savannah Rep’s PLAYShop, 980 Industry Dr $15 general admission, $12 students/senior/ military

SATURDAY 11.10

Photo by Magnolia Manor Creations

Monday Nov. 19, 2018 8 p.m.

Charles H.Morris Center at Trustees Garden

9th Annual Comic Battle

The Savannah Comedy Revue presents the 9th annual comic battle. Comics compete for up to $1,000.

8 p.m.

Bay Street Theatre, 1 Jefferson St. $10 general, $15 VIP

9th Annual Oyster Roast, BBQ & Music Fest

Join the Port Wentworth Chamber for the 9th Annual Oyster Roast, BBQ & Music Fest.

3-9 p.m.

Port Wentworth Chamber of Commerce, 7224 GA Highway 21.

Free 912-965-1999.

Opening Act: Jason Salzer Guest Vocals: Regina Graham Find us on YouTube: “Alphabet Crimes” “A Course in Miracles”

BS: A Standup Show Full Of...

A trio of south’s best comedians are coming to Savannah for an hour-long standup comedy show.

9:30 p.m.

Front Porch Improv, 2222 Bull Street. $10, $5 with a student ID CONTINUES ON P. 6

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Forsyth Farmers Market

Local and regional produce, honey, meat, dairy, pasta, baked goods.

9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Forsyth Park

Front Porch Improv: All Stars

Never-seen-before improvised comedy show, filled with seriously quirky folks.

8 p.m.

Front Porch Improv, 2222 Bull Street. $10, $5 with a student ID

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The Human Being Tour comes to town, focusing on the Christian subculture.

7 p.m.

Johnny Mercer Theatre, 301 W Oglethorpe

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Sat. and Sun., 10 a.m.

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CELEBRATING TEN HARMONIOUS YEARS

Be a part of the magic when Santa arrives on a pontoon boat sleigh accompanied by his elves with free hot cocoa and cookies for all.

5 p.m.

Bass Pro Shop, 14045 Abercorn St.

Savannah Art Walk

Explore Savannah’s historic downtown by visiting artists and galleries every second Saturday.

Hyatt Regency Savannah, 2 West Bay St. savannahartwalk.com

Savannah for Morons: The Trolley Tour

The tour is hosted by Danny and Johnny Moron, two local actors, comedians, and history buffs.

11 a.m. & 1:30 p.m.

Visitor’s Center, 301 MLK Jr. Blvd. $33 savannahformorons.com

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Tybee City Limits Encore: Kris Youmans Band, Eric Culberson Band

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Tybee City Limits brings back a very special brother-sister duo, Eric Culberson and Kris Youmans.

8 p.m.

Tybee Post Theater, 10 Van Horne. $15

Wilmington Island Farmers’ Market The Wilmington Island Farmers’ Market provides residents with locally grown produce.

9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Islands High, 170 Whitemarsh Island Road.

Free wifarmersmarket@aol.com.

SUNDAY 11.11 Free Admission Day

Visit the historic fort for free.

9 a.m.

Fort Pulaski National Monument

Hope for Change: Benefit show for Niema Ross

This benefit is to showcase a part of who Niema was, displaying photos, articles, and her podcast. Also hosting a Silent Art Auction from local artists. Live music, food trucks, & PERC Coffee.

2 p.m.

Southern Pine Co., 616 E. 35th St.

Lecture: Sharing the Coast with Georgia’s Incredible Shorebirds

Introduction to the life history of Georgia’s shorebirds through the year.

3 p.m.

Tybee Marine Science Ctr, 1510 Strand Ave.

Savannah Children’s Choir: Veterans Day Concert

The season opens with a special salute to the 100th anniversary of the end of World War 1.

3 p.m.

Mighty Eighth AF Museum, 175 Bourne Ave Free

MONDAY 11.12 Odd Lot Improv: Monday Night Madness

Built around a series of improv games, the show relies on audience suggestions to put the players into hilarious characters and scenes to drive the show forward.

7:30 p.m.

The Loft on Liberty, 215 W. Liberty St. $5

Veteran’s Day Parade

The annual parade that honors our veterans. This year marks the centennial of the end of WWI. 9 a.m. -noon Bull Street, Downtown Savannah

TUESDAY 11.13 Kris Kristofferson & The Strangers

Kristofferson is joined by special guest members of the Merle Haggard band.

8-10:30 p.m.

Lucas Theatre for the Arts, 32 Abercorn St. $35-$65 912-525- 5050

Ray Lamontagne

Grammy Award winning singer/songwriter returns to the stage on his Just Passing Through acoustic tour.

7:30 p.m.

Johnny Mercer Theatre, 301 W Oglethorpe savannahcivic.com

NEWS & OPINION EDITOR’S NOTE

BY JIM MOREKIS

jim@connectsavannah.com

DUE TO our print deadline, I write this column the day before the most momentous midterm election of modern times.

I have no idea how that’s going to turn out. So this column won’t be about that.

I do however want to talk about a pretty interesting and (literally) timely debate which is arising around town, involving the changing nature of Savannah — specifically, its calendar of events.

If you look at this issue’s Week at a Glance section, you’ll see no shortage of fun, interesting and educational events happening all over.

This wasn’t always the case.

In times past, the middle of November typically signaled a slowdown from the frenetic fall pace in Savannah of September and October.

Those two months have typically been the autumn bookends of the March/April and September/October festival season each year. Simply put, those four months are typically packed to bursting with local events.

Someone once told me that if you break down the Savannah calendar, you’ll find that almost everything of note happens during about 11-12 weekends each year.

However, it might be time to recalibrate that.

As Exhibit A, I offer the Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon and Half Marathon, held this past weekend (and this year, as occasionally happens, also concurrent with the final weekend of the SCAD Savannah Film Festival).

The Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon is one of several signature events specifically designed to extend the local visitor season outside of the above-mentioned March/April and September/October windows.

In the Marathon’s case, the idea to bring it here came up roughly concurrently with the great recession and its aftermath, during a time when no one really knew what the economic future of Savannah would look like.

It has gained a success and a life of its own beyond its original intent.

The same is true of the Savannah Craft Brew Festival on the other side of autumn.

The Brew Fest was specifically designed to stimulate visitor traffic during a down time — in this case Labor Day weekend, which once was quite slow but these days is pretty hopping (pardon the pun.)

Remember that when both these events were envisioned, the then-barren Savannah River Landing site — now rebranded as the Eastern Wharf — was staring everybody in the face as a rather huge symbol of national economic slowdown.

Nobody knew then what the future would hold for Savannah.

There was no way to know then that in ten or so years time, the demand to move to Savannah and live here would be so great that there would be fivestory residential buildings set to go up in the middle of historic neighborhoods, giant new SCAD dorms, and an Atlanta developer named Ben Carter buying up most of Broughton Street just to flip the properties.

There was no way to know back then that the then-desolate Savannah River Landing site would in a decade be one of two truly enormous new development plans for each side of the existing Historic District (along with the proposed Arena/ Canal District to the west).

Savannah came out of the recession like gangbusters. Indeed, the question now is not how good the local economy is, but can we build all these things fast enough, without exposing taxpayers to too much pain in the event of another major downturn.

The Marathon and the Craft Brew Fest, to name but two such events, are two calendar staples which now have a successful track record, and which have arguably outgrown their original purposes as jumpstarters for a slow economy.

What we’re seeing then, is the idea that the citizens of Savannah — for the time being at least — are in the driver’s seat.

We live in a place of extremely high demand now.

Maybe it’s time we acted like it.

Savannah has a long historic track record of selling itself short, especially when outside investment is involved.

A recent example is the criticism that the City is letting prime property go to private investors at below-market prices — a recession mindset in a post-recession environment.

Why not hold out for more while we can?

This also applies to scheduling of events.

There’s no reason anymore to jump-start the local calendar, for tourists or for locals.

The tourists seem to be coming here regardless, and the ranks of locals are increasing steadily as more and more people move here.

For example, I don’t know much about Marathons or their scheduling. But if it’s possible to bump the Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon a few weeks later, why not try it?

That would ease the impact on local residents given the large volume of events happening the same weekend — such as the Film Festival — and also probably provide better weather for the runners.

The event would arguably be just as successful.

This would also be a reverse of the previous philosophy, in that it would begin first by asking what’s best for locals rather than what’s best for visitors.

This is obviously just the most basic starting point of a very large discussion centering on quality of life, burden on taxpayers, This issue and its related issues will all be points of contention on another election day — the one happening a year from now in 2019, when the Mayor’s seat and all City Council seats come up for your vote.

IN OTHER NEWS, it would be irresponsible not to mention the 100th anniversary of the end of World War One, happening this Veterans Day. At 11 a.m. this Sunday, on the eleventh day of the eleventh month — the time of the 1918 Armistice ending “the war to end all wars” — bells in Savannah’s City Hall will ring out to mark the occasion.

Churches and organizations all around the city are set to join in with their own bells, and a number of celebrations marking Veterans Day happen all over town, culminating in Monday’s Veterans Day Parade in downtown Savannah.

About 7 million American soldiers were mobilized in 1917-18 for World War One. At least 125 soldiers from Chatham County lost their lives.

The Ft. Stewart-based 3rd Infantry Division got its nickname, “The Rock of the Marne,” during that war, anchoring the successful defense of Paris against a German offensive.

That war is gone from living memory.

In a few years, World War Two will also be gone from living memory, as soldiers of that war pass on.

In this issue I wrote about a neat event happening this Thursday at the veteranowned Service Brewing. Mountainfilm On Tour Savannah is bringing three veteranthemed documentaries to the brewery.

And you can even ride your bike there with like-minded friends — just meet up at the Savannah Bicycle Campaign HQ at 1310 Lincoln St. at 5 p.m., with your lights and helmet of course! From there pedal over to Service Brewing for the event. CS

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NEWS & OPINION THE NEWS CYCLE These telescopic boom lifts were placed on Lincoln Street for most of October while a movie was being shot nearby. Yet local residents did not slash their tires or set them on fire to protest the loss, if only temporary, of our most cherished local resource: on-street parking.

Perspective and privilege

BY JOHN BENNETT

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IT TOOK me almost 10 years, but I finally did it. I’ve been on Twitter since February 2009 and just last month one of my Tweets finally received more than a dozen likes.

Here it is: “Persistent misconception I encounter in my work: The belief that all cycling is elective. People like to rant about “fools” who “choose” to ride on busy streets early in morning/late at night. They never consider people are just trying to get to/from work by only means they have.”

As I write this it’s been liked 62 times and retweeted 16 times.

I suppose the sentiment resonated with people who want streets that are safer for everyone, no matter who they are or how they travel. I’ve written frequently about the “windshield perspective” that many people have when they view our community.

It’s not a term I coined, but I think it’s effective in describing our collective inability to understand why others “choose” to put themselves in harm’s way by walking or biking on dangerous streets.

Our mistake is presuming that everyone has a choice, but that’s not the end of our failure to comprehend the realities many of our fellow Savannahians face every day.

First, those of us who are fortunate enough to have the option to drive, may forget that in a significant number of Savannah neighborhoods, the majority of households do not have access to motor vehicles. These are often in lower income

neighborhoods where residents must travel long distances to reach their jobs. d People who work in the hospitality, service, warehouse and retail sectors are especially vulnerable to injury or death while commuting on foot or by bike. Why? Think about where these types of workplaces are typically located. That’s right, they’re situated on busy, multi-lane thoroughfares with high speed traffic.

Not only do the cars and trucks move terribly fast, thus increasing the mortality rate for people who are hit, but streets often lack sidewalks. And crosswalks may be spaced hundreds of yards apart.

It’s also worth noting that people working these jobs are unlikely to have 9-to-5 schedules. Depending on their shifts, they may be walking or biking to and from work before sunrise or late at night, adding to the precarity.

Yet, when reports of crashes that cause serious injuries or death are published, we can depend on the comments section to blame the victims for “choosing” to engage in risky behavior.

Because so many of us travel almost exclusively by car and because so much of the built environment has been configured to make motoring quick and convenient, our perceptions and priorities have been skewed in ways we may not realize.

Take on-street parking, which may be the most highly energized of all local third rails. The fact that we seem to value it above all else, but still fight tooth and nail to avoid paying for it, is perhaps the best example of our cognitive dissonance when it comes to our streets.

A proposed redesign of the Lincoln Street bike lane, which would have increased safety significantly, was

ultimately abandoned because it would have necessitated removal of on-street parking near some intersections. The expected backlash, it was feared, would scuttle or at least indefinitely delay implementation of safety improvements.

We probably overestimate the importance of on-street parking because of the sacred status to which we have elevated it, however.

I was pondering this as a trio of telescopic boom lifts occupied half a dozen parking spaces on Lincoln Street for most of October, while a movie was being shot nearby. More production vehicles and equipment were staged in other parking spaces, taking dozens out of service at various times.

Yet there were no riots or marches on City Hall. Everyone seemed to carry on as usual, even when most of the parking spaces on some blocks were inaccessible.

Now, it is possible that residents were compensated for their trouble. I was on the receiving end of such a deal in 1991 when I lived in the Castleberry Hill neighborhood, just south of Downtown Atlanta.

Orion Pictures paid me $50 a day to park several blocks away. It was like manna from heaven and why I will always, despite awful reviews, defend “RoboCop 3” as a cinematic triumph.

Lo, the park-pocalypse did not come to pass during filming on Lincoln Street, suggesting the negligible effect of removing some spaces would have been a small price to pay for a street that would be safer for everyone, those of us who drive included.

Unfortunately, as long as we operate under inaccurate perceptions, we’ll continue prioritize parking and cars over people and community. CS

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Healing PTSD through nature Mountainfilm On Tour screening at Service Brewing focuses on veteran rehabilitation

BY JIM MOREKIS

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WAY BACK before 9/11 — it seems so long ago now — Garrett Eaton joined the Marine Corps.

By 2002, with the U.S. at war in Afghanistan, he served a tour of duty there in a forward air control squadron.

And like so many veterans of our era, he came back a changed man – broken, even.

“I came back with PTSD that I tried to fix with alcohol and drugs,” Eaton tells us.

“Some opioids, but I found out the antipsychotic meds were really the bad thing.

But mostly I was an alcoholic.”

Eaton is the subject of Return from Desolation, a short film screening as part of this weekend’s Mountainfilm On Tour Savanah event, held this Thursday at Service Brewing Co. The film focuses on Eaton’s recovery, and on his work as a river guide helping veterans recover from war by the simple act of whitewater rafting in the mountain West, through the Desolation Canyon area of Utah’s Green River.

Eaton explains the day his recovery began.

“I was back from Afghanistan and wanted to take my oldest daughter, who was seven at the time, on a rafting trip. My wife was like, ‘Well, you’re going sober.

You’re not taking her down the river with a bunch of your drinking buddies,’” he recalls.

“And that was my first sober trip down the river. I don’t know if you’d necessarily call it an epiphany, but that was the moment I always look back on as when things began to change for the better.”

These days, Eaton works with the group OARS and the Sierra Club to take about four long rafting trips a year in Utah, dedicated solely to veterans. Usually in parties of about 25, spread across a half dozen rafts, the expeditions focus on purely on the experience out in the wild.

No other form of therapy is attempted, or needed, during the trips, Eaton says.

“We’ve found what works best is just the river stuff,” he says. “It’s incredible to see a guy who’s spent the last three years of his life in a basement hooked on opioids go down a Class III rapid and then start crying his eyes out.”

Eaton says the level of PTSD experienced “depends on what each guy went through, but even just being in theatre can be enough to get PTSD,” he says.

“We got it just being camped out in the mountains for a long time, doing forward air control. But I’ve talked to a lot of the guys who fought at Fallujah, and a lot of them are just barely getting by.”

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“I fought in Afghanistan when I was 22.

I cut short my tour to come back for my daughter’s birth. She’s now a junior in high school, and the same war’s still going on.”

Now 38 years old and a father of four, Eaton is a senior member of what’s now a multi-generational cohort with combat experience in Afghanistan and Iraq.

“I fought in Afghanistan when I was 22.

I cut short my tour to come back for my daughter’s birth. She’s now a junior in high school, and the same war’s still going on.”

Eaton says the unending and vague nature of America’s Middle East wars makes it “hard to find the good in it. And that messes with how you process it.”

World War II veterans, Eaton says, “came back with a ton of PTSD themselves, but they also came back with a sense of victory, that it had all been for a good cause.

They had V-E Day and V-J Day to mark the fact that it wasn’t all for nothing.”

The evening also features two other documentaries. Fear Us Women is about Hanna Bohman, a Canadian woman who went to Syria to fight Isis as a volunteer soldier with YPJ, an all female Kurdish army.

Adventure Not War is about Iraq War veteran and PTSD sufferer Stacy Bare’s return to Iraq to make a ski movie.

Return from Desolation also focuses on Eaton’s unusual double life as a man working the North Dakota oil fields while at the same time spreading a message of environmental conservation.

“I began working on oil rigs when I was 17. That’s what you did, living in that type of small town,” he says. “I joined the Marines, back before 9/11, mostly to get out of town. Then when I came back, I

basically went back to the same job, and began working my way up the ladder.”

What is the reaction like when people find out what he does for a living?

“That depends on where I’m at, where we’re showing the film. In some places, they’re like, what? If someone is super environmentally conscious, I’ll explain that the oil companies aren’t really trying to murder the environment. Almost everything that we use is based somehow on petroleum products. Until something else comes along, whis is what we have,” he says.

“It opens a dialogue, which is really important in a time when each side basically thinks the other side is totally evil,” he says. “When we’re all pretty much the same.” CS

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NEWS & OPINION CITY NOTEBOOK Brighter Day’s storefront has been warm and welcoming for 40 years. PHOTO BY RACHAEL FLORA.

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Peter and Janie Brodhead on the legend of Brighter Day Natural Foods: past, present and future was hired by a health food store two days later. I was already eating healthy food and rachael@connectsavannah.com learning about herbs.

When we visited Savannah, I was like, WHEN Janie and Peter Brodhead bought holy cow, this is a European city here in the property at the corner of Bull and Park the United States! I heard that there was a forty years ago, they were taking a huge health food store for sale in Savannah, and gamble.

I thought, let’s go check it out.

They were, after all, two college kids Janie: And the rest was history. opening a health food store in the south Peter: We bought the store and came in in 1978, long before Whole Foods and in August, and they had no air conditionTrader Joe’s brought healthy living to the ing. It was 100 degrees in the store. mainstream.

Janie: And we were living where the deli Nevertheless, they persisted, and this is because we had no money.

Thursday, Brighter Day celebrates 40 years Peter: We knew we couldn’t be open in business. when it was that hot, because all the food The party takes place at the American will rot, so we closed and said we’d open in Legion ballroom and offers a tasting fair October when it cools off. We had to throw from Brighter Day’s vendors, a series of the food away. mini-lectures on topics from CBD oil to Janie: We started out by putting out one mushrooms, and a toast, complete with of each thing that we liked to eat because vegan organic carrot cake. we were into natural foods. Customers We caught up with Janie and Peter came along and wanted to buy something before their big day. and we’d buy two more and we’d buy two more and have three on the shelf. If someTell me about how Brighter Day one asked us to order something, we’d started. stock that. We started very small—even the bank at that time said, “You’re a nice Peter: We were—boy, it goes back. young couple, don’t do it. This is a bad Janie: We were living in Macon. idea.”

Peter: We were going to Mercer, and I ended up working for a bank in Macon for CONTINUES ON P. 12 a while. I was fired by the bank job and I

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Not only have you watched your industry grow, you’ve seen this block south of Forsyth flourish. What has that been like to witness?

Why were they so against it?

Peter: This was a very crime-ridden area back then.

Janie: And what person in Savannah, Georgia, was going to eat tofu back then?

Peter: Now, the big national trade show for our industry is one of the largest in the nation. In California, they have 80,000 people at one trade show.

You’ve really watched this industry grow.

Janie: Our customer service and our knowledgeable staff, especially Peter’s knowledge, has been what’s really grown the business. It’s been so exciting.

Peter: And Janie’s acumen—she keeps it up and running, let me tell you. This place would not function, period. Give her the credit!

Janie: There’s a couple things that are amazing that natural foods grew to the point where it’s available everywhere, but it’s to the point that we’re still here. There’s not many mom-and-pops left. We are a mom-and-pop, and we’ve been married forty years, too. It’s great that we still enjoy being together. We raised our kids in the store. When we remodeled, we kept adding on storefronts, and when we remodeled

the last one where we took out the drop ceilings and window units, we put up a tent and told our kids, “We’re going to have to camp out in the store for a few weeks.”

Peter: We’d have to take sections of the store and put them back up the next day for the construction people to start a different project.

Janie: We’d read the kids stories and put them to bed.

Peter: We’d go to bed at 4:30 a.m. and get back up at 6 a.m. and do it all over again.

Janie: We really are a family-owned business and to be an independent, familyowned natural food store is pretty unique in this country.

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Peter: We always had neighbors that were kind of scuzzy, and when the Sentient Bean came along in 2000, that was a gamechanger. We finally had a neighbor along the same philosophical lines as us. When they opened up, it was like, “Oh my God, you’re doing organic coffee, you’re doing this, we actually have an anchor now. That really started a big change in the end of Forsyth Park. We were holding the fort all these years—22 years before the Bean.

I love that Bull Street is all independent right now.

Janie: Then to see SCAD students transform the city.

Peter: SCAD took us from being a Southern town to a little more progressive.

Janie: We love having artists as our employees. It’s been really fun watching these different people go through school and do different things with their lives.

What are your plans for the next 40 years?

Janie: At this point, we’re celebrating our gratitude and how happy we are that we

got to this point. The party [Thursday] is a celebration of thanking our community. We’ve done tasting fairs in the past, but it got to the point where we had parking problems, so we decided to do it at the American Legion. We got in touch with our vendors and it snowballed to the point where Peter’s downstairs trying to organize it all.

Peter: We have so many good freebies to give away—a really fun day.

Janie: We’ll have lectures on mushrooms and Peter’s talking about CBD oil.

I’m the glue, but Peter is the sparkle. He has really been so dedicated at educating our community and he’s always been on the cutting edge of what’s been the next thing to happen. You’ve really brought in a lot of lectures.

Peter: We’re very committed on education as part of our mission.

Janie: For the future, we just hope that Brighter Day will continue nourishing our community.

Peter: We’ll have to pass it on— Janie: But we’re not there yet! CS

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Fatal shooting on W. 61st Street

Savannah Police’s Violent Crimes detectives are investigating a Nov. 3 shooting on W. 61st Street that left one dead and one injured.

“About 11 p.m. officers responded to the 200 block of W. 61st Street for reports of a shooting and discovered Donte Chisholm, 37, and an adult female suffering from gunshot wounds. Both were transported to a hospital for treatment. Donte Chisholm died as a result of his injuries. The female victim remains in critical, but stable, condition,” police report.

Anyone with information on the incident is asked to call the Violent

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Bryan Hobbs

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Crimes tip line at (912) 525-3124.

Two arrested for Juror Intimidation

Savannah Police have charged two subjects after threats were made against a juror resulting in a mistrial in the Rebecca Foley and James Pastures murder trial last week.

“Immediately after receiving information that a juror had been threatened, Savannah Police launched an investigation into the incident to identify the subjects involved.

The investigation revealed that individuals in a vehicle pulled up next to a juror, made threatening statements and drove off. After the juror informed the court the following morning, a mistrial was declared,” police report.

Officers arrested Roderick Parrish Sr., 43, on charges of intimidating a juror. He is the father of defendants Roderick Parrish Jr. and Jordan Campbell. Ann Parrish, 48, was arrested on charges of party to a crime of intimidating a juror. She is the mother of Jordan Campbell and

step-mother of Roderick Parrish Jr. “We cannot tolerate crimes of this nature,” said Director Roy Minter. “After learning of the incident, we immediately began an aggressive investigation into the incident. The victims’ families and the jurors deserve to experience a fair trial without having to be fearful for their wellbeing. We are continuing to monitor this situation as the trial is ongoing with a new jury.”

Meth, guns seized at 54th and Bull

Multiple people were arrested Oct. 31 following a joint operation between the Chatham-Savannah Counter Narcotics Team (CNT) and Savannah Police Department (SPD).

“Early yesterday afternoon, CNT and the SPD’s Central Precinct Crime Suppression Unit conducted a joint operation at a residence located near the intersection of West 54th Street at Bull Street. During the operation, undercover law enforcement officers observed unusual activity occurring at the residence, which is commonly associated with drug distribution and use.

Through the use of various investigative techniques, law enforcement conducted a search of the residence after securing all suspects without incident,” police report.

The search resulted in the seizure of

nearly three ounces of crystal methamphetamine, marijuana, and four firearms, one of which returned stolen. Approximately $1,000 and a vehicle were also seized.

Arrested were 25-year-old Bryan Hobbs, 23-year-old Sierra Wright, 25-year-old Ciera Stone, and 27-year-old Dennis Ruth III, all of Savannah. Hobbs was charged with multiple felony charges to include Trafficking Methamphetamine, Possession of a Controlled Substance (Methamphetamine) with Intent to Distribute, Possession of a Firearm during the Commission of a Crime and Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon. Wright was charged with Possession of a Controlled Substance (Methamphetamine) and Possession of Marijuana. Both Hobbs and Wright remain in the Chatham County Detention Center. Stone and Ruth III were charged with Possession of Marijuana and have since been released on bond.

CNT says the investigation began in October after undercover agents identified the location as a distribution hub for crystal methamphetamine. The seized methamphetamine has an estimated street value of up to $9,500. CS

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Construction workers in Valdosta, Georgia, were rattled on Oct. 30 when they tore down a second-story wall in a turn-of-the-20th-century building to find about 1,000 human teeth secreted inside.

The T.B. Converse Building, constructed in 1900, was originally home to a dentist, Dr. Clarence Whittington, reported the Valdosta Daily Times. In 1911, Whittington was joined by Dr. Lester G. Youmans. Ellen Hill, director of Valdosta Main Street, said two other Georgia towns have had buildings, also home to dentists’ offices, where teeth have been found in the walls. “I’m not sure if it was a common practice” to deposit extracted teeth in the walls, she said. Valdosta police said there was no evidence of a crime.

Final Resting Place

For some folks, Disneyland and Walt Disney World are more than amusement parks. Take Jodie Jackson Wells of Boca Raton, Florida. In 2009, after her mother died, Wells smuggled in some of her ashes to Disney World and spread them on a favorite spot of her mom’s along the It’s a Small World ride. Later, she leapt over a barricade at Cinderella’s Castle and flung ashes from both hands as she cavorted on the lawn. “Anyone who knew my mom knew Disney was her happy place,” Wells told The Wall Street Journal. However, for the theme parks, the spreading of ashes presents a constant cleanup challenge, referred to by the code “HEPA cleanup” among custodians. (Other secret signals are Code V for vomit and Code U for urine.)

Alex Parone of Saratoga Springs, New York, sprinkled his mother’s ashes in a flowerbed, then boarded It’s a Small World.

“I was still crying. That song is playing over and over again, and there are those happy little animatronic things. I remember thinking, ‘This is weird.’” But a Disney spokesperson said: “This type of behavior is strictly prohibited and unlawful,” and the Anaheim Police Department confirmed that spreading ashes without permission is a misdemeanor. To add insult to injury, when cremation residue is found on rides, they have to be shut down (riders are told there are “technical difficulties”) for cleaning.

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What Would Your Mother Think?

In what can only be described as a “shaking my head” incident, an unnamed employee of the U.S. Geological Survey invited malware into the government agency’s computer system by visiting more than 9,000 porn websites on his work computer, according to an inspector general’s report. The Washington Post reported on Oct. 30 that many of the websites were Russian, and the malware spread to the entire network at the USGS. The employee also saved images from the sites on a USB drive and personal cellphone, which also contained malware. The Office of the Inspector General made recommendations to the USGS about preventing future malware infections, and a spokesperson for the IG’s office said the employee no longer works at USGS.

Who’s Crying Now?

After the package bomb scares in New York and Florida, things were tense in Charlotte, North Carolina, in the early morning hours of Oct. 30 when mailroom employees at Duke Energy discovered a suspicious incoming package. They welcomed the Charlotte-Mecklenburg police and the bomb squad with “Open Arms,” and the building and surrounding roads were evacuated as officials investigated.

But WBTV “Faithfully” reported that the small, hand-addressed manila envelope was “Worlds Apart” from a mail bomb: It merely contained a cassette tape with songs from the band Journey. To which we say, “Don’t Stop Believin’” in your fellow ‘80s music-loving humans.

Latest Religious Messages

If “Pokemon Go” has overextended your short attention span, up your game with the Vatican’s “Follow JC Go,” a new augmented reality mobile game in which players collect saints and other notable Bible figures as they move through the world.

Pope Francis has approved the game, which asks players to answer questions about the characters and donate to charities to earn game currency. The Italian newspaper Corriere Della Sera reported on Oct. 21 that the app is available only in Spanish, but other languages are on the way.

Bright Ideas

Two mothers are suing the Adventure Learning Center day care in St. Louis over an incident in December 2016 when teachers organized a “fight club” among preschoolers. According to Fox 2 in St. Louis, the idea was conceived as a way to entertain the kids while the heater was broken. The 10-year-old sibling of one of the preschoolers was in the room next door and captured video of the fights with an iPad, then texted the video to his mom, Nicole Merseal, who believes the fight was broken up only because she called the

director of the center. The video shows one teacher jumping up and down in excitement as another one puts “Incredible Hulk” fists on the kids, and cameras at the center recorded over 30 minutes of fighting. While the St. Louis Circuit Attorney’s Office declined to prosecute, the teachers were fired and the center has been subject to increased inspections, with 26 violations. The lawsuit is scheduled for December.

But, Why?

WPVI-TV in Philadelphia reported on Oct. 30 about a new fashion accessory: the Skin Heel. These thigh-high boots feature moles, hair and uneven skin tones, and the shoes are meant to look like surgically altered feet, with toes and long, realisticlooking skin-colored spikes on the heels.

Conceived by Montreal, Canada, designers Hannah Rose Dalton and Steven Raj Bhaskaran, the creepy footwear will set buyers back $10,000. Fortunately, they’ve produced only one pair so far.

Animal Antics

In the spirit of “be careful what you wish for,” a monkey in Vrindavan, Uttar Pradesh, India, shimmied down a wall and stole a venomous cobra from a snake charmer at the Barbanki temple on Oct. 26. The man had just removed the snake from a basket when the monkey grabbed it and ran back up the wall, according to United Press International. The snake charmer tried to climb on a vendor’s cart to chase the monkey, but it got away. No word on the monkey’s fate.

Recurring Theme

Doctors at the Hai Duong Hospital in Hai Duong Province, Vietnam, treated a man who arrived complaining of pain in his ear. Using an endoscope to look inside his ear canal, they found the cause: a live cricket digging around in the duct. United Press International reported that the doctors were able to remove the cricket.

Awesome!

When October Books, a shop in Southampton, England, got ready to move just up the street into a new building on Oct. 28, about 250 people showed up as volunteers to form a human chain, handing the shop’s more than 2,000 books 160 yards from one location to the other. “It’s amazing. The power of community coming together and achieving something like this,” said Jani Franck, who participated in the chain. October Books was forced to move after a rent increase in its old building. “It was a tremendous show of support ... and we’re moved and incredibly touched by it,” Clare Diaper, who works at the store, told the Guardian. CS

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Brings ‘Karma’ To Town Celebrated songwriter and musician comes to Savannah for a show presented by Savannah Stopover sean@connectsavannah.com

SINGER, songwriter, and guitarist Aaron Lee Tasjan has had some pretty high profile gigs, including stints with the New York Dolls and Drivin’ N Cryin’. Over the past few years, however, he’s established himself as a force to be reckoned with as a solo artist – releasing three criticallyacclaimed albums along the way. He’s poised to keep rising in the ranks of stellar and inventive guitar players, and his ear for layered, emotive, and complex song craft makes him a songwriter to pay close attention to.

Tasjan, who’s currently touring behind his latest release Karma For Cheap, is set

chapel service on a Tuesday morning. I played “One of Us” by Joan Osbourne in a Civil War soldier’s uniform. The uniform part was tied into a class project somehow.

From there, I got What’s The Story Morning Glory by Oasis and learned every song on the record. Then came The Beatles Tell me about your early days as a guiand Tom Petty. Those were my initial influtar player. Who were some of your ences. My 8th grade year I transferred to influences when you started, and who Idylwild Arts Academy to study Spanish or what do you think has informed Classical guitar. Around the same time, I your playing style the most? started playing along with a live Maynard ALT: I was 11 years old when I started play- Ferguson record, teaching myself jazz haring guitar. My first public performance was mony and phrasing. My guitar hero as an adolescent soon became Freddy Green of for my 5th grade art class at St Margaret’s the Count Basie Orchestra.

Episcopal School in Orange County, California. I played the song “One Hand In My Pocket” by Alanis Morrissette. My second When did songwriting begin for live performance was during all school you, and who were you looking to for to swing through Savannah for a gig at El Rocko Lounge, presented by Savannah Stopover. We talked to Tasjan about his early influences, the new album, and what inspires him as a writer.

inspiration as a writer early on?

ALT: By the time I got to high school, I was getting bored of the guitar and recording and songwriting became my main interests. I had a Yamaha 1680 recorder and wanted to write songs like Petty or Prine but couldn’t figure it out. Really, I think I was just a privileged middle class white kid who hadn’t seen a damn thing outside of my little neighborhood in New Albany, Ohio.

When I graduated, I moved to NYC and life got hard quickly and I found myself with things to write about. Striking out on my own, forgetting what I knew of family life and abandoning what I’d seen of the world until that point allowed me to be the

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The new record is really amazing there’s a pretty amazing evolution in the production, and to my ear a lot of it has the energy and vibe of T-Rex and the glam era. What kind of record did you go in wanting to make, and how did it evolve conceptually during recording? In what ways is it most similar to your original vision?

ALT: Thank you! I do write songs that have traditional forms so what you’re onto here is not entirely inaccurate. But there was no specific pinpoint for the production style other than I wanted a record that felt fresh but also like it had been here all along. A tricky walk. I have learned through the years that exciting records are made out of your imagination and not the playbook of other artists or records you love. So I made a conscious effort not to consider those last two things and trust that the songs were right and that the marriage of traditional forms and more aggressive, modern sounding production would be an interesting record to me. I’m still really happy with how it all came together.

You’ve worked as a guitar player and as a solo artist. Do you prefer one over the other? Is songwriting and doing your own thing where you feel most comfortable?

ALT: I never wanted to be a guitar player I just had to pay my bills and I wanted it to be with music. Doing my own thing was very elusive to me for a long time. I’m grateful that I waited though. It felt like when I finally took that step, I could do it with a clear vision and my heart in the right place. I don’t see any competition in music. I can only best myself. Artists who act as though they’re above other artists are imitators in my opinion. Certainly we all get jealous and that’s natural but you need a certain self-awareness to move past all that. Kindness and love are the ways in which we should treat ourselves and others.

As a guitar player, you’ve worked with Drivin’ N’ Cryin’ and New York Dolls.

What was the biggest takeaway from those experiences? Can you pinpoint anything that you took away from those gigs that informed your subsequent solo venture?

ALT: Working with Kevn is always fascinating. I’m actually producing a new Drivin N Cryin record right now. He is a true artist. A poet and a prophet. David Johansson and Sylvain Sylvain are the same but cast a different shadow. Kevn is

wild and unpredictable. You’ll play 5 songs you’ve never heard in his set out of the clear blue sky. He never makes a set list, either. David and Syl have developed an iconic legacy you’re walking into. Pretty intimidating as a 24 year old kid. I learned a lot from both but mostly I learned that magic is real.

Making music is like believing in Santa Claus. You have to see what’s not really there and be prepared to be judged for that.

A lot of people will say “Who are you to believe in yourself? That’s a shameful ideal to hold onto.” But those moments are critical. You have to decide to have unrelenting faith in the unproven and the unknown. It will wear on you and isolate you but it will also give you life when others would just roll over and die.

As a lyricist, what speaks to you the most? What kind of things do you find yourself writing about most often?

ALT: I write a lot about keeping myself between the ditches. Staying healthy mentally, physically. Confronting the truth and painting a picture slowly and lovingly.

Every word matters. Prine is my gold standard for lyrics. Right behind him would be Petty, Todd Snider, Lucinda Williams, Mick Jagger and Chuck Berry. I think about lyrical ideas for months - even years.

The right things will appear in good time.

I want to write how I talk but also distill it into something simple and memorable.

Humor is a great vehicle for that. Especially when you’re singing about something sad or scary or dark.

You’ve lived all over - has Nashville been a good experience for you? What about it do you connect with the most in terms of being an artist? Do you find that it’s easy to carve out a space for yourself there as a musician considering how much of the industry is there?

ALT: I love East Nashville. It’s my favorite place I’ve lived. It’s affordable and not too gentrified yet, though it’s headed that way. I have never had a challenge sticking out in any regard. Quite the opposite. I am constantly told I don’t fit into this or that.

But that’s the price of originality. No one is going to understand. You have to provide a constant stream of opportunities for them to consider your work.

I relish those chances and work my way through them with an open heart and a steadfast belief in Rock’n’Roll. You don’t hear much of it anymore, Rock’n’Roll. But I’ve played with and spent time with a lot of the luminaries and have learned to pick it out when it comes along. In a way, I’ve been able not only to have a belief in the unseen but to also know it to be true. CS Aaron Lee Tasjan, The Minks @El Rocko Lounge Sat., Nov. 10, 9 P.M., $15

MUSIC SMF SEASON ANNOUNCEMENT

Legendary soul singer reflects on his illustrious career, and performs at the Savannah Music Festival reveal party

BY SEAN KELLY

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WILLIAM BELL is an American music institution, even if you don’t know him by name. The legendary singer, songwriter, and Stax Records artist is perhaps best known for “Born Under A Bad Sign,” a blues staple made famous by Albert King, Cream, Jimi Hendrix, and many others.

He’s also known as an artist in his own right, having hits with songs like 1961’s “You Don’t Miss Your Water.”

To this day, Bell continues to make incredible soul music — releasing his latest album, the John Leventhal-produced This Is Where I Live, in 2016. The album garnered immense acclaim and won Bell a Grammy award, and also marked Bell’s return to a revitalized Stax Records under the Concord Music banner.

He’ll be coming through Savannah, with special guest Jontavious Willis, for the Savannah Music Festival 2019 Season Kickoff Concert on November 9 at the Lucas Theater.

“We’re excited to celebrate the rollout of the 30th festival season with the joyful music of both William Bell and Jontavious Willis,” says Ryan McMaken, SMF Artistic Director.

“This co-bill highlights the rich heritage of blues and soul music in Georgia, and is designed to make listeners feel good.

It also serves to get the SMF community together — including patrons, supporters, volunteers, staff, crew, and others — to unveil programming that will fill Savannah venues from March 28 through April 13, 2019.”

We spoke to William Bell ahead of his performance about his iconic career.

Tell me about working with John [Leventhal]. It’s an unusual pairing on paper, but it’s such a beautiful album and it worked so well.

WB: We were put together by my management. We got together with John and talked it over, and he was a fan [laughs]. We

had talks about the kind of project that we were going to do, and we wanted to kind of retain the music of the Stax era but not just dwell on it. We wanted to broaden it to make it fit in a lot of different genres.

We got together at my studio in Atlanta first and had a couple of meetings, and then I went to New York and had a couple of meetings to pick each other’s brain. But he’s such an iconic musician, producer, and arranger that we just clicked. When we got together and started working on songs, things just sort of fell into place.

We wanted to ensure that we had good melodic structure and lyrical content. We didn’t rush it. We took our time. It just started coming together the more we would write, the easier it got.

I remember being a kid when I first watched the Wattstax documentary.

It was evident that everyone’s art was heavily impacted by political and social issues of the time.

WB: Like the Civil Rights movement.

After so many experiences in life and writing so many songs,

when you go to write a song in 2016 what are you writing about? Do you see any parallels between what was happening back in the ‘60s and ‘70s and what’s happening now in terms of what you can tackle as a lyricist?

WB: It’s ironic that we’ve come so far, and yet we haven’t gained that much. The country is still going through the same struggles that it was going through when we created the Stax music. That’s why these songs are so viable now. In doing this project, we wanted to look back, assess life and look at the mistakes you made and the things you accomplished. That’s how we approached it. We wrote songs that were still about love, still about hope, and then songs that look back on what you wish you’d done a little differently.

We just wanted to ensure that we did it on a more mature level. You’re in love at my age, but it’s not that hot and passionate thing you had at 18 and 20 years old [laughs]. We had fun doing it, and didn’t know how it would be accepted. But we knew when we finished that we had a good product.

You’ve had so many people cover your songs. You were signed to Stax as a songwriter - was that always your intention, or did you start out wanting to do your own thing as an artist?

WB: Well, I was always writing - even as a kid. I was an only child, and it was like escapism for me to write my feelings on paper. It’s like therapy [laughs]. So I did a lot of poems. I started in church at 7 years old singing with the choir, and then started doing secular music when I was about 14.

I got a job on the weekend at a nightclub called The Flamingo Room and formed a vocal group called the Del Rios. We were asked by Stax to do some background work for Carla Thomas’ “Gee Whiz,” and that’s how we came to the attention of Stax.

Three of the guys in the group were older than I was, so they got drafted into the military and I was asked to do a solo project. “You Don’t Miss Your Water” was my first solo project and we had a national hit record with that. I was the third act they signed, and the first single male act that they signed.

Do you think the traditional business model still viable? Will music always sell and resonate if it’s genuine and really speaks to audiences?

WB: Technology has changed the way we record, the way we distribute, and the way we listen to music. I think, though, that there are a lot of things that are lost within the industry. There’s too much technology. I still listen to vinyl, and sometimes the imperfections in creation are what make it work.

We mix in Pro Tools and Logic and things like that, but I like bodies in the studio. I like feeding off of people and exchanging ideas. A lot of that is lost because everybody is a one-man operation. You don’t have the camaraderie of listening to another individual and saying, “Okay, I see what you’re doing but I hear this on the song.” I think that makes for a better product when you have different people’s input.

As far as the industry, it’s still built on the basic foundation. But the way we approach the distribution is so much different now. A lot of the artwork on the old albums was just iconic - even on CDs. We’ve kind of gotten away from that, and I wish we’d find a way to be more inclusive of all of that. Rather than just listening to the music and seeing a thumbnail. CS

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Babe Club’s indie rock magic

Former SUSTO members return with a fresh sound

record a different song and that song came out of nowhere. We ended up working on it and putting it together in pretty much a week or so. When I was writing it, I’d been on the road with SUSTO for a long time, and at that point I’d kind of lost friendships.

I was talking about it the other day with someone else - when you’re a young adult and going into your career for the first time, you don’t really have time to hang out with people. And I felt like I wanted to be something right away, but obviously those things take work and you’re kind of shitty at things at first. I was thinking about a few other people in my life and the things that they were going through in the same kind of way. Change and becoming yourself doesn’t happen in one day, which is what I wanted at the time [laughs].

I also think that when you’re in a touring band, especially when you’re starting out when you’re younger, it’s really easy to isolate yourself. You’re just in that world, and when you come out of it it’s hard to reconnect with people because you almost go into shock. Do you think that’s a factor as well?

JD: Yeah, kind of! Because, it’s like, you’re not there hanging out every day. I think when you’re younger you have so much down time. And when you’re out of town for so long, you’re not able to call your friends and go hang out. That habit kind of falls through, so when you are back in town you have to make an effort to re-establish those things.

Also, everyone in my life got really busy.

My friend went to law school, a lot of them moved away. It was just a changing time in my life, compounded by being on the road.

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FRESH FROM their tenure with indie rock heroes SUSTO, Jenna Desmond and Corey Campbell are putting everything they have into Babe Club - a new project that finds both musicians branching out both musically and sonically. The duo’s first single, “Hate Myself,” is a brilliant blend of angular, Pixies-esque guitar work and beautifully understated but powerful vocals, all within a dream pop sheen that recalls the reverb-soaked emotion of the Innocence Mission’s “Bright As Yellow.”

The band, who’s coming to El Rocko Lounge on Fri., Nov. 9 alongside Airpark, The Hypnotics, and Helixglow, is currently promoting “Hate Myself” with its first 18 nationwide tour. We spoke to Desmond

ahead of the El Rocko gig about the new music, what’s ahead for the band, and the realities of committing yourself to a life on the road.

When you first started writing for Babe Club, did you go into thinking you wanted to do a certain kind of project or did it all happen naturally?

How did this project start?

JD: I think when we first met, we just had a connection. We’re dating, but we were friends for a while - just hanging out and playing music. I feel like our connection is really natural. He’s the sonic genius. He studied music in school, so he’s a multiinstrumentalist. I’m more of a storyteller and singer/songwriter, so that really goes together well.

JD: Corey and I met in college. As we both graduated, Corey was playing in SUSTO and he and I were working on writing music. Then I joined SUSTO, and we did that together for the past three years. We just played our last show with them in September, so we’d been writing on the road.

Every time we’d come back from tour, we’d record with Wolfgang Zimmerman. He did SUSTO’s record, the High Divers’ record, and [the new] Band of Horses’ record.

We’d been writing stuff for so long, and we’re finally going to fully commit to ourselves and get out there.

Lyrically, the single is really relatable this idea of waking up and wishing you were someone else. Tell me about those themes and what the process was like writing this song.

JD: Well, we had actually sat down to

It’s that weird thing that happens when people kind of drift apart and life happens. You sort of come to a moment where you go, “Where did my friends and my life go?” It happens to everyone, I think.

JD: Yeah! In different ways.

So what’s next for the band?

JD: This is our first tour as Babe Club.

When we play live we’re a full band - a five piece. We’re in the middle of working on a full-length that will be finished up by the end of the year. We’re going to be dripping out some music early next year, and then probably release the full-length in the middle of the year. CS Babe Club, Airpark, The Hypnotics, Helixglow @ El Rocko Lounge Fri, Nov. 9, 9 P.M.

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THE HYPNOTICS have a big week ahead.

On Friday, Nov. 9, they’ll be playing alongside Helixglow, Airpark, and Babe Club at El Rocko Lounge – a show that means a lot to the band, as their friendship with Helixglow comes from being longtime fans of leader Travis Tooke and his former band, For Squirrels.

The next night, they’ll be running a Rolling Stones tribute show at Southbound Brewing Co. that is set to feature an allstar cast of local artists and raise funds for the Coastal Conservation Association.

The band, which features singer and guitarist Ty Thompson, bassist Ryan Sylvester and drummer Ira Miller, has been making a name for themselves with both originals and covers for years. It started with Thompson, who’d been playing with Sylvester’s cousin in a two-piece band. “[The band was] a hybrid between cover shows and sneaking in originals,” he says. “It was coming out of my 20s, riding around in a smelly van only playing original music. Writing and producing it, but then having to figure out how to sell it. It was this weird crossroads of people saying, ‘You guys are great, but you need to compromise your vision a bit if you want to have a career.’ It became a drag. It was

almost like an emotional hangover.”

The two-piece became an outlet for Thompson to have fun playing music, which led to the formation of The Hypnotics. The band’s approach to covering songs might seem a bit edgier or more punk rock, but Thompson says they’re obsessed with staying as true to the original arrangements and recordings as possible.

“We’re almost fanatical about playing it exactly as it is on the record,” he says.

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whole sonic picture. They’re thinking that there’s something different about it, when in fact it’s just the way the music was.”

The Nov. 9 show at El Rocko Lounge will feature Helixglow, as will the Stones tribute the following night. It’s especially exciting for Thompson, who came up listening to Tooke’s former band For Squirrels.

“When Example came out, that was one of the first records that I said, ‘Oh fuck!

The first song’s my favorite. No, the second song’s my favorite. No, the third song’s my favorite.’ At different times, each song’s been my favorite. That record is so good,” he says.

For Squirrels was a band on the rise until a car accident, which happened just south of Savannah on I-95, took the lives of two of its members. Tooke carried on, and eventually formed his current band – which sparked a friendship with Thompson and the Hypnotics.

“I think I just became his friend on Myspace,” Thompson says with a laugh, explaining that a band he was in before Helixglow did a show with Thompson around 2007 and they became friends soon after. Tooke even came to a Hypnotics show in Gainesville and sat in with the band.

“He played three or four songs with us, I think,” Sylvester says.

The Stones tribute on Nov. 10 spawned from a Tom Petty tribute put on by the Train Wrecks last year, which also benefitted the Coastal Conservation Association.

“They reached to us because I think we’re, like, the only ones in Savannah who are into playing a lot of that kind of music,” Sylvester explains.

The cast of local musicians appearing at the event include the Magic Rocks, Nancy Druid’s Anna Chandler, Trae Gurley, Helixglow, and many others. The band is pulling from all eras of the Stones, and had to choose from dozens of songs to build the set list.

“It is a pretty vast collection of songs to go through, Thompson says.

“One thing we realized pretty quickly is that we’re going to disappoint someone. We’re doing, like, 34 songs. Beyond a shadow of a doubt, some people are going to come up and say, ‘How could you possibly leave out song X?’ That’s the Stones for you. We tried to make it a really nice mix of songs you have to do and songs you maybe wouldn’t necessarily think of.” CS

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Joe Kapcin’s Heavy Books to lift up local arts supporter Niema Ross

BY JOSEPHINE JOHNSON

Kapcin, right, hopes his new record release will be both catharsis and celebration.

The song “Pen to Paper” was one of the first ones written. “It was right after the break up, and it’s more of an apology offered even if it’s not accepted,” explains Kapcin, “Or maybe like an explanation that’s never fully understood by the other person.”

The song “Garbage Can” was written after some time had passed with clearer perspective on the broken relationship. It’s upbeat vindication, a playful telling-off.

“That song was light at the end of the tunnel, that the problems in the relationship wasn’t all me. It takes two,” reflects Kapcin, “two to make a relationship.”

Kapcin also acknowledges the healing power of writing and making music.

“Finishing these songs helped me come to terms with creating something, sticking to it and staying determined. The process helped me understand who I am. If I’m not creating, I’m falling apart. I have to be in some kind of creative process to be who I am.”

The EP release also honors the life and community contributions of Niema Ross.

Kapcin and Ross became friends several years ago when they worked together at barbecue restaurant Blowin’ Smoke. “She was a bartender and we first got to be friends over music. We talked music and life a lot,” remembers Kapcin, “Niema was always real and encouraging and came out to see me play. She came out for so many bands. Music was something she loved and she always wanted to be on stage. She had music passion but had no time. Niema was a pillar.”

Niema Ross—writer, freelance journalist, podcaster, infinite supporter of Savannah’s art and music community, steadfast crusader for social justice—died Oct. 28.

Tragically, the more-than-fulltime working mother of three could not afford the prescription for the albuterol inhaler she needed to keep her lungs clear to breathe.

Her passing leaves many stunned and grieving in the Savannah community.

“My son Dylan is 11,” says Kapcin, “As a father I wouldn’t know what to do if my son’s mother passed away. I just want to help at this time.”

The release party kicks off at 10:00 p.m.

The door cover is donation-based; half of the money raised from the door will be donated to Niema’s family and children.

“My thought,” says Kapcin, “is that people tend to be more generous when the door is on donation, especially if it’s for Niema.

I want to maximize what we can give her family.” Half of the night’s “Heavy Books” EP sales will be donated to Ross’s family as well.

Also on the bill is the power-punk duo, Lung, from Cincinnati, Ohio. Kate Wakefield handles vocals and electric cello; Daisy Caplan takes care of drums and percussion. Together they create a hard wall of head-banging sound with multiple loops and high-energy percussion.

The night promises to be both catharsis and celebration. “Heavy Books,” ponders Kapcin, “I want people to know this album saved my life. Making it saved me from jumping off a bridge. Made me remember who I am. Niema’s passing reminds me how fragile we all are. At this time I want to lift her up and honor her life for all the times she held and lifted me up.” CS

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ON-the-scene mover and shaker, Joe Kapcin, releases his first EP of original music “Heavy Books” Saturday, Nov. 10 at the Wormhole in Savannah. The release also celebrates the life, love and passion of local music aficionado, Niema Ross, who died on Oct. 28, 2018, from complications due to asthma.

Originally from Midway, Georgia, Kapcin began making a name for himself on the Savannah music scene as both drummer (Miguel Moore, Joi Ryder, Knight Squatch) and music booker in 2013. Neurosound Booking, Kapcin’s now-defunct agency he ran with business partner Joshua Sterno, regularly brought punk and hardcore bands like Dad Joke, Wimps, Adult Books, and Lung to Savannah audiences.

“I’ve always found inspiration and release in punk and metal,” says Kapcin, “Those are in these new songs but they’re also indie pop. Actually, this is the first time I’ve made a record where I’m singing and playing guitar. It’s my material, and I’m happy how what I took to the studio with just my lyrics and guitar turned into something bigger.”

In January 2018, Kapcin brought the bones of his songs to Peter Mavrogeorgis of Dollhouse Productions, formerly of Savannah now based in Atlanta. Mavrogeorgis produced the tracks adding layers of electric guitar and called in drummer David Murray and keys player Veronica GarciaMelendez, both of the rock duo Bero Bero.

Together they worked to add nuance and layer upon layer to Kapcin’s songs.

By the end of April the tunes were finished and had taken shape under the moniker “Heavy Books.” It was all catharsis for Kapcin who had recently come through a bad breakup. “When things were really tough David was supportive,” recalls Kapcin, “He told me ‘dude, your songs are good and I want to record them with you.’ It helped me keep going.”

The songs explore love, loss of love and coming to terms with that range of emotion break ups often put people through.

“I kept pushing and so did Peter for me to write good songs,” says Kapcin, “songs with lyrics and melodies that paint clear pictures about the people, time and places they’re about.”

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AS ONE half of Indigo Girls, Amy Ray has woven herself into the fabric of American music history. The duo came along at a time when what they were doing wasn’t really being done by anyone else, and they helped pave the way for the resurgence of female-led folk rock in the 90s that ushered in the era of Lilith Fair. To this day, Ray and fellow Indigo Girl Emily Saliers continue to release new music and tour relentlessly.

Both Ray and Saliers have released solo albums, with Ray producing six since 2001’s groundbreaking Stag. While her early work was straight-up punk rock, her last two albums have explored Ray’s love of country music.

Her new release, Holler, is the second country album she’s done, but it also leans into the energy of her punk records while incorporating elements of R&B and soul.

Ray, who’s coming to the Emma Kelly Theater at the Averitt Center For The Arts in Statesboro on Nov. 9 for an acoustic performance with legendary country songwriter and Savannahian Tony Arata, enlisted an all-star cast for her magnificent new collection of songs.

We talked with her ahead of the show to find out the making of Holler and the themes she tackled when writing the lyrics.

CS: This record is a lot larger in scope than your last country album - a lot of these songs even have a sort of punk edge to them. Was that intentional?

What made you go in this direction, even with putting horns on songs and that kind of thing?

Amy: The horns were inspired by a record from a guy named Jim Ford called Harlan County that someone turned me on to. I listened to it, and the way he did the horns was so good. It’s that late 60s horns in country thing [laughs]. I was listening to Blake Mills a lot, too.

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It’s so good. He’s so good at breaking the barriers and having things be wide open.

So that kind of inspired me to make sure I didn’t limit myself. But I wanted to make a country record that was southern, though I didn’t stay away from stuff about being a Southerner and the things that we wrestle with. Our history, the present, and how we wrap our minds around all that. That was something that I was addressing mentally, and it came out in my songs.

It was different from [2014’s] Goodnight Tender, and was a little bit more active in that way.

You’ve always done this to an extent, but this record does address this idea of being a Southerner in today’s climate. Was that a calculated theme on

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the record or was it an organic thing?

I think it was more like, I’m writing all these songs and it’s during a particular period of time so what’s happening is what I’m thinking about. It becomes a theme, even when you don’t intend it to be just because it’s where your head’s at.

In some instances, I might have been working on songs that might not fit in with what was happening on the record. So at some point, I saw a direction that was happening. It kind of steered me in the way I was writing and became what I would focus on as far as finishing songs.

Is that something that always happens when you write, or was it really only with this record where you experienced that snowball effect?

It actually happened on Goodnight Tender too, where I had songs that were hanging together in a certain way and I wanted to make a record that was less attached to present issues and a little more timeless. So there might be a song that has a Woody Guthrie vibe in the way of talking about humanity, but it wouldn’t directly - like “Jesus Was A Walking Man” - talking about specific countries and wars and refugees.

I think on Goodnight Tender I had a very clear intention that I didn’t want that to enter into the process. I wanted to make this thing that was kind of free of all that.

It was an exercise to see if I could do it, really.

With this record, I wouldn’t have been able to do that because I feel like I’d already done it. I wanted to move to another place, and I had this feeling that I kind of missed the punk rock stuff I’d been doing. That kind of leaked out in very nuanced ways.

Another thing about this record is that there are little interludes and shorter pieces that thread the album together.

Was that inspired by any particular album? You’d never really done that before.

I hadn’t! Brian Speiser, who produced this, wanted to do something like that. The song “Sparrow’s Boogie,” I started writing that as a ballad. So I thought we could use the earlier form of what it used to be before it became the boogie song that it is, and we could team that up with a piece of this lullaby that I’d finished but decided to use as a bonus track.

The prelude, Brian wanted to have it feel like you were still in Goodnight Tender land - that kind of mellow, cowpunk, riding across the plains kind of vibe. Brian as a producer really stepped in on this record and he kind of directed it that way.

There are so many interesting things about this record - “Sparrow’s Boogie” has some really interesting timing things, and there are slight tempo shifts throughout. Were you using a click track, or were you tracking it all live so you could push tempo and things like that?

It was all live. The only thing that wasn’t live was the strings and horns. They played live as a section to tape, but the songs had already been recorded. And then all the guest vocals were done kind of remotely.

But some songs we used a click track on and some we didn’t. We ditched it sometimes because it messed up the feel of the song, you know?

Jim Brock, the drummer, it was always his decision. We knew that we would shift around a bit in certain songs. It had to be a comfortable shift where it wouldn’t be distracting, but sometimes the click track would be hard to move around with.

For us as a band, the way we play, sometimes click just wasn’t working and sometimes it kept us completely in line.

How’d you get Vince Gill on the record?

Vince Gill of The Eagles, I should add.

I know, right?

It’s weird that in 2018 you can say Vince Gill of The Eagles and Neil Finn of Fleetwood Mac, but that’s the world we live in now. How did Vince end up on the record?

I got so lucky. He is someone that I heard in my head. I love his voice, and I said “I hear his voice on this song. I hear Brandi Carlile on this song, and I hear Vince Gill on this song.” And I knew I could ask Brandi, but I don’t know Vince.

I was talking about it casually around Allison Brown, the banjo player on the record who lives in Nashville and knows everybody. She goes, “I know Vince! He’s a friend. Do you want me to ask him for you?” And I was like, “Yes!” Yes please!

He’s quite the gentleman. He’s like the prince of Nashville. I can’t say enough good about him. It was just a lucky thing, you know? CS

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LEE BAINS III & THE GLORY FIRES @THE JINX

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With a name like Lee Bains II & the Glory Fires, it’d be fair to expect something pretty distinctly Southern. The Birmingham, Alabama-based band’s music is definitely that in part, but it leans more heavily on bands like Husker Du than it does on traditional southern rock. Their edgy and raw brand of rock has landed them on respected labels like Sub Pop Records, and they’ve made quite a name for themselves over the past several years.

SAT., NOV. 10, 9 P.M.

CANNIBAL KIDS @EL ROCKO LOUNGE

Miami’s Cannibal Kids delivers an engaging blend of surf rock and indie pop, drawing heavily from the era of the Beach Boys as well as modern bands like Vampire Weekend.

The vocals are sleek and crooner-esque, and the guitars have just the right amount of sparkle and gorgeous dissonance. The band brings their smart songs to El Rocko on their current national tour.

THURS., NOV. 8, 9 P.M.

LYN AVENUE @BARRELHOUSE SOUTH

Local roots duo Lyn Avenue might initially appear to live closely to mainstream country music stylistically, but once you dig in you’ll realize that the production and songwriting is much richer and more layered. In fact, there’s a strong similarity in vocals and production to Kacey Musgraves’ brand of genre-smashing Americana. They’re bringing their foot-stomping compositions to Barrelhouse South for what is sure to be a great night of southern music.

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Columbus, Ohio’s Closest Relative walks the line of folk and indie rock incredibly well, incorporating clever lyrics and thoughtful arrangements in his songs. The songwriter, who plays Foxy Loxy’s Acoustic Tuesday series, employs an organic, lush-sounding production in his recordings – which gives him a Fleet Foxes-meets-Pinegrove edge.

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

Bayou Cafe Ray Tomasino, 9 p.m.

Boomy’s Eric Culberson Band, 10 p.m.

Bootleggers Karaoke w/ DJ Miracle, 7 p.m. coffee deli Acoustic Jam, 7 p.m.

El-Rocko Lounge Yashira, Gillian Carter, Sins of Godless Men, Negative Graves, 9 p.m.

Fia Rua Irish Pub Tim Eightay, 6 p.m.

Five Oaks Taproom Eric Britt, 8 p.m.

Good Times Jazz Bar and Restaurant The Eric Jones Trio ft.

Laiken Williams, 7 p.m.

Jazz’d Tapas Bar Sarah Poole, 7 p.m.

Kevin Barry’s Irish Pub Live Music Rachael’s : Sports • Food • Fun Open Mic Night, 8 p.m.

Rancho Alegre Cuban Restaurant Bill Smith Trio, 6:30 p.m.

The Sandbar Open Mic, 9 p.m.

Savannah Smiles Dueling Pianos, 7 p.m.

SEED Eco Lounge Latin Music

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Nick Dittmeier and the Sawdusters @CONGRESS ST. SOCIAL CLUB

Bloomington, Indiana’s Nick Dittmeier and the Sawdusters offer a rowdy brand of Americana, with influences ranging from John Prine, to Gram Parsons, to Dr. Dog. They’ll be bringing their twangy songs to Congress St. Social Club as part of their extensive U.S. tour.

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Apparitions, 8 p.m.

Wild Wing Cafe Liquid Ginger, 7 p.m.

Wild Wing Cafe (Pooler) Thomas Claxton, 7:30 p.m.

The Wormhole Open Mic, 6 p.m.

The Wyld Dock Bar City Hotel Allagash Brewery Oyster Roast, 6 p.m.

TRIVIA & GAMES

Night, 9 p.m.

Southbound Brewing Company Boogaloo Bingo and DJ Miami, 7 p.m.

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

Wild Wing Cafe Jason Courtenay, 6 p.m.

The Wormhole Open Mic, 9 p.m.

TRIVIA & GAMES

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

Dub’s Pub Trivia, 7:30 p.m.

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

Molly MacPherson’s Scottish Pub (Richmond Hill) Trivia Tailgate Sports Bar and Grill Trivia, 9:30 p.m.

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

World of Beer Trivia, 7 p.m.

KARAOKE

Club One Karaoke, 9:30 p.m.

Hercules Bar & Grill Karaoke, 9 p.m.

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

Wet Willie’s Karaoke, 9 p.m.

COMEDY

The Loft on Liberty Odd Lot Improv: Wacky Wednesday Stafford’s Public House Weird Wednesdays Open Mic Comedy, 9 p.m.

Totally Awesome Bar Late Night Comedy, 11 p.m.

DJ

Little Lucky’s Live DJ SEED Eco Lounge DJ Cesar, 10 p.m.

THURSDAY 11. 8 LIVE MUSIC

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

Bayou Cafe Eric Culberson Band, 9 p.m.

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

Castaways Bar & Grill Live Music, 6:30 p.m.

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

Congress Street Social Club DJ Basik Lee El-Rocko Lounge Cannibal Kids, Eva Hype, 9 p.m.

Fannie’s on the Beach Christy and Butch, 8 p.m.

Good Times Jazz Bar and Restaurant The Mitch Hennes Quartet, 7 p.m.

Jazz’d Tapas Bar Josephine Johnson, 7 p.m.

The Jinx Scaryoke Kevin Barry’s Irish Pub Live Music Molly MacPherson’s Scottish Pub Open Mic, 9 p.m.

Molly MacPherson’s Scottish Pub (Pooler) Trivia The Perch at Local 11 ten Ford Natirboff PS Tavern Live Music Rancho Alegre Cuban Restaurant Gypsy Jazz, 7 p.m.

River House Matt Eckstine Savannah Smiles Dueling Pianos, 7 p.m.

The Shrimp Factory Rachael Shaner Tailgate Sports Bar and Grill Open Mic, 9 p.m.

Vic’s on The River Jimmy Frushon The Warehouse Jon Lee’s

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

McDonough’s Trivia, 7 p.m.

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

Southbound Brewing Company Geeks Who Drink Pub Trivia, 8 p.m.

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

KARAOKE

Blueberry Hill Trivia and Karaoke, 7 p.m.

The Chromatic Dragon Karaoke Night, 9 p.m.

Club One Karaoke, 9:30 p.m.

Doodles Karaoke, 9 p.m.

Flashback Karaoke, 8 p.m.

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

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

Rusty Rudders Tap House

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Karaoke World of Beer Karaoke, 9 p.m.

DJ

The Jinx Live DJ, 10 p.m.

Little Lucky’s Live DJ Rusty Rudders Tap House DJ Tap SEED Eco Lounge DJ Cesar, 10 p.m.

BAR & CLUB EVENTS

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

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

Stafford’s Public House Open Mic, 9 p.m.

FRIDAY 11. 9 LIVE MUSIC

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Barrelhouse South Lyn Avenue, 10 p.m.

Bayou Cafe Thomas Claxton, Brett Barnard and the Hitman Blues Band, 8 p.m.

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

Blue Door Willie Jackson and the Tybee Blues Band, 8 p.m.

Bootleggers Dance Music w/ DJ Lishis, 8 p.m.

Congress Street Social Club Soul Rebels Dockside Seafood Bluegrass Happy Hour, 4 p.m.

El-Rocko Lounge Babe Club, Airpark, The Hypnotics, Helixglow, 9 p.m.

Fia Rua Irish Pub Play of the Game Band, 8 p.m.

Good Times Jazz Bar and Restaurant Rodney Jordan Quintet, 8 p.m.

Hyatt Regency Savannah Jacob Evans, 6 p.m.

Jazz’d Tapas Bar The Magic Rocks, 9 p.m.

The Jinx Dance Party w/ DJ Basik Lee Kevin Barry’s Irish Pub Live Music Lizzy’s Tequila Bar and Grill Josephine Johnson Molly MacPherson’s Scottish Pub Jason Bible, Squash Pour Larry’s DJ & Live Music PS Tavern Jeremy Riddle Rancho Alegre Cuban Restaurant Jody Jazz Trio, 6:30 p.m.

River House Ricky Standard Rusty Rudders Tap House The Franks, 6 p.m.

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

Saddle Bags Cody Webb, 8 p.m.

Savannah Smiles Dueling Pianos, 7 p.m.

Service Brewing Company Bluegrass

By The Pint w/ City Hotel, 5:30 p.m.

The Shrimp Factory Justin Morris Taste of India Don Read, 6:30 p.m.

Tijuana Flats Gary Strickland Vic’s on The River Diana Rogers, Claire Frazier and Norm Gagne, 7 p.m.

The Warehouse At Sundown, Adam Nye Wild Wing Cafe Ray Tomasino, Individually Twisted, DJ BIL-E, 5 p.m.

Wild Wing Cafe (Pooler) Bad Justice, 9:30 p.m.

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TRIVIA & GAMES

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

PS Tavern Beer Pong Tournament, 10 p.m.

KARAOKE

Bay Street Blues Karaoke, 8 p.m.

Blueberry Hill Karaoke, 7 p.m.

The Islander Karaoke, 10 p.m.

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

Sunny’s Lounge Karaoke, 9 p.m.

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

COMEDY

Chuck’s Bar Mr. Femme Pageant, 8 p.m.

The Loft on Liberty Odd Lot Improv: Friday Funnies, 8 p.m.

DJ

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

Hercules Bar & Grill DJ Little Lucky’s Live DJ Rusty Rudders Tap House DJ Tap SEED Eco Lounge DJ C-Rok, 10 p.m.

Tree House DJ Phive Star

BAR & CLUB EVENTS

Abe’s on Lincoln DJ Doc Ock, 9 p.m.

Club One Drag Show The White Rabbit Lounge Underworld: Goth Industrial Night

SATURDAY 11.10 LIVE MUSIC

Barrelhouse South Tribute: A Celebration of the Allman Brothers Band, 9 p.m.

Bayou Cafe Thomas Claxton, Jon Lee and the Hextones, 8 p.m.

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

Bootleggers Bad Justice, 9 p.m.

Club Elan Boogie T, 9 p.m.

Congress Street Social Club Nick Dittmeier and the Sawdusters El-Rocko Lounge Aaron Lee Tasjan, The Minks, 9 p.m.

Fia Rua Irish Pub White Lighter Club, 8:30 p.m.

Good Times Jazz Bar and Restaurant Rodney Jordan Quintet, 8 p.m.

Jazz’d Tapas Bar Willie Jackson and the Tybee Blues Band, 9 p.m.

The Jinx Lee Bains III and the Glory Fires w/ Brandon Nelson McCoy, 9 p.m.

Kevin Barry’s Irish Pub Live Music Lizzy’s Tequila Bar and Grill Ford Natirboff Molly MacPherson’s Scottish Pub Wood & Steel The Olde Pink House David Duckworth & Alisha Duckworth Pour Larry’s DJ & Live Music Rancho Alegre Cuban Restaurant Jody Jazz Trio, 6:30 p.m.

River House Josephine Johnson Rocks on the Roof @Sundown, 8 p.m.

Rusty Rudders Tap House The Franks, 6 p.m.

Saddle Bags JB Crockett, 8 p.m.

Savannah Smiles Dueling Pianos, 7 p.m.

The Shrimp Factory Justin Morris Stafford’s Public House DJ Rudy Lui, 9:30 p.m.

Tybee Post Theater Tybee City Limits Encore: Kris Youmans Band, Eric Culberson Band, 8 p.m.

Vic’s on The River Diana Rogers, Claire Frazier and Norm Gagne, 7 p.m.

The Warehouse Brett Barnard, Joe Wilson Wild Wing Cafe Draucker, Bill Hodgson, DJ Race, 1 p.m.

Wild Wing Cafe (Pooler) Dakota Duo, 9:30 p.m.

The Wormhole The Butch and Femme Comedy Tour, 8 p.m.

KARAOKE

Bay Street Blues Karaoke, 8 p.m.

Doodles Karaoke, 9 p.m.

The Islander Karaoke, 10 p.m.

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

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

Melody’s Coastal Cafe and Sandbar

Cantina Karaoke, 8 p.m.

COMEDY

Bay Street Theatre 9th Annual Comic Battle, 8 p.m.

Front Porch Improv Front Porch Improv: All Stars, 8 p.m., BS: A Standup Show Full Of..., 9:30 p.m.

The Loft on Liberty Odd Lot Improv: Saturday Shenanigans Visitor’s Information Center Savannah for Morons: The Trolley Tour, 11 a.m. & 1:30 p.m.

DJ

Doubles Nightclub DJ Sam Diamond, 8 p.m.

Little Lucky’s Live DJ Rusty Rudders Tap House DJ Tap SEED Eco Lounge DJ Pieces, 10 p.m.

Tree House DJ Phive Star

BAR & CLUB EVENTS

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

SUNDAY 11.11 LIVE MUSIC

Bayou Cafe Don Coyer, 9 p.m.

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

Cuoco Pazzo Sunday Jazz Brunch, 10 a.m., Bill Smith and David Keller, 6 p.m.

The Fitzroy Live Music, 3 p.m.

Flashback Open Jam, 5 p.m.

Good Times Jazz Bar and Restaurant Open Jam Session, 7 p.m.

Jazz’d Tapas Bar Eric Congdon, 7 p.m.

Kevin Barry’s Irish Pub Live Music, ongoing Molly MacPherson’s Scottish Pub (Richmond Hill) Open Mic, 7 p.m.

The Olde Pink House Eddie Wilson The Perch at Local 11 ten Jason Bible River House Ricky Standard The Shrimp Factory Matt Eckstine Tybee Island Social Club Sunday Bluegrass Brunch, noon Vic’s on The River Jimmy Frushon The Warehouse Thomas Claxton, Thomas Claxton Wild Wing Cafe Bucky & Barry, Irritating Julie, 1 p.m.

TRIVIA & GAMES

Molly MacPherson’s Scottish Pub Trivia, 8 p.m.

Moon River Brewing Co. Trivia, 6 p.m.

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

KARAOKE

Club One Karaoke, 9:30 p.m.

McDonough’s Karaoke, 9 p.m.

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

DJ

Boomy’s DJ Basik Lee, 10 p.m.

BAR & CLUB EVENTS

Exclusives Bar & Grille Open Mic Poetry Night, 7 p.m.

Saddle Bags Bar Olympics

MONDAY 11.12 LIVE MUSIC

Abe’s on Lincoln Open Mic, 10 p.m.

Bayou Cafe David Harbuck, 9 p.m.

Bootleggers Karaoke w/ DJ Nick, Pool Tournament and River Street Poker League Kevin Barry’s Irish Pub Live Music Vic’s on The River Jimmy Frushon The Warehouse Rachael Shaner Wild Wing Cafe Dylan Swinson, 6 p.m.

The Wormhole Open Mic, 8 p.m., Open Mic, 6 p.m.

TRIVIA & GAMES

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

The Britannia British Pub Bingo, 8 p.m.

Molly MacPherson’s Scottish Pub (Pooler) Bingo

KARAOKE

Boomy’s Karaoke, 10 p.m.

Club One Karaoke, 9:30 p.m.

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

Wet Willie’s Karaoke, 9 p.m.

COMEDY

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

White Whale Craft Ales White Whale Open Mic Comedy

DJ

The Jinx DJ Lucky Bastard, 10 p.m.

Little Lucky’s Live DJ SEED Eco Lounge DJ Pieces, 10 p.m.

BAR & CLUB EVENTS

Fia Rua Irish Pub Family Movie Night, 8 p.m.

TUESDAY 11.13 LIVE MUSIC

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

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

Good Times Jazz Bar and Restaurant The Lavon Stevens Quartet, 7 p.m.

Jazz’d Tapas Bar Ray Lundy, 7 p.m.

Kevin Barry’s Irish Pub Live Music Molly MacPherson’s Scottish Pub Open Mic, 9 p.m.

Molly MacPherson’s Scottish Pub (Pooler) Open Mic The Perch at Local 11 ten Cyril Durant The Sentient Bean Tongue: Open Mouth and Music Show hosted by Melanie Goldey, 8 p.m.

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

Wild Wing Cafe Matt Hill, 6 p.m.

TRIVIA & GAMES

Basil’s Pizza and Deli Trivia, 7 p.m.

Coach’s Corner Trivia, 8 p.m.

CoCo’s Sunset Grille Trivia, 7 p.m.

Congress Street Social Club Trivia, 10 p.m.

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

McDonough’s Bingo, 7 p.m.

Mellow Mushroom Trivia, 7:30 p.m.

PS Tavern Poker Rachael’s : Sports • Food • Fun Adults Only Trivia, 9 p.m.

Savannah Taphouse Trivia, 7 p.m.

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

The Wormhole Trivia, 10:30 p.m.

KARAOKE

Blueberry Hill Karaoke, 7 p.m.

Club One Karaoke, 9:30 p.m.

McDonough’s Karaoke, 9 p.m.

Molly MacPherson’s Scottish Pub (Pooler) Karaoke The Rail Pub Karaoke, 9 p.m.

Wet Willie’s Karaoke, 9 p.m.

COMEDY

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

The Loft on Liberty Odd Lot Improv: Tag Team Tuesday, 7:30 p.m.

DJ

SEED Eco Lounge DJ C-Rok, 10 p.m.

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SOUNDBOARD DIRECTORY Abe’s on Lincoln 17 Lincoln St.

coffee deli 4517 Habersham St.

Johnny Mercer Theatre 301 West Oglethorpe Ave.

Rocks on the Roof 102 W. Bay St.

Barrelhouse South 125 W. Congress St.

Cohen’s Retreat 5715 Skidaway Rd.

Jukebox Bar & Grill 3741 US Hwy 17 Ste 500

Rusty Rudders Tap House 303 W. River St.

Congress Street Social Club 411 W. Congress St.

Kevin Barry’s Irish Pub 117 West River St.

912-944-6302

Basil’s Pizza and Deli 216 Johnny Mercer Blvd.

Little Lucky’s 6 Gateway Blvd. E.

912-721-4800 ruthschris.com

Lizzy’s Tequila Bar and Grill 417 East River St.

912-349-5275 saddlebagssavannah.com/

912-662-5576 barrelhousesouth.com

912-897-6400 basilsonline.com

Bay Street Blues 17 E. Bay St. 912-236-6655

Bay Street Theatre 1 Jefferson St.

www.baystreettheatre.org/

Bayou Cafe 14 N. Abercorn St. 912-233-6411 bayousavannah.com

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

912-231-9049 billysplacesavannah.com

Blessingdale’s Gift, Thrift and Furniture Galore Store 6 Television Circle Blowin’ Smoke Southern Cantina 1611 Habersham St. 912-231-2385 blowinsmokesavannah.com

Blue Door 1718 Bull St.

912-335-1243 bluedoor.coffee

Blueberry Hill 546 Dean Forest Rd. 964-8401

Boomy’s 409 W. Congress St. 912-436-6660 boomysbar.com

Bootleggers 1017 U.S. 80 #8 The Britannia British Pub 140 Johnny Mercer Blvd.

912-898-4257

Castaways Bar & Grill 7360 Skidaway Rd

912.354.8288 www.sandflysportsbar.com/

The Chromatic Dragon 514 MLK Jr. Blvd.

912-289-0350 chromaticdragon.com

Chuck’s Bar 305 W. River St. 912-232-1005

Club 309 West 309 W. River St. 912-236-1901 club309west.com

Club Elan 301 Williamson St. Club One 1 Jefferson St. 912-232-0200 clubone-online.com

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

CoCo’s Sunset Grille 1 Old U.S. Hwy. 80 912-786-7810 cocostybee.com

912-352-7818 savannahcoffeedeli.com

912-355-3336

912-238-1985 congressstreetsocialclub.com

Cuoco Pazzo 606 Abercorn St.

912-239-6950 cuocopazzosavannah.com

Dockside Seafood 201 West River St. 912-233-3810

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

Doubles Nightclub 7100 Abercorn St. 912-352-7100

Dub’s Pub 225 W. River St.

(912) 200-3652 dubspubriverstreet.com

El-Rocko Lounge 117 Whitaker St. 912-495-5808

Exclusives Bar & Grille 2003 Greenwood Street 912-695-2116

Fannie’s on the Beach 1613 Strand Ave. 912-786-6109 fanniesonthebeach.com

Fia Rua Irish Pub 10132 Ford Ave. 912-459-4160 fiaruairishpub.com

The Fitzroy 9 Drayton St. Five Oaks Taproom 201 W. Bay St. 912-236-4440 fiveoakstaproom.com

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

Front Porch Improv 2222 Bull Street 843-868-1553

Garden City United Methodist Church 62 Varnedoe Ave Good Times Jazz Bar and Restaurant 107 W. Broughton St. Hercules Bar & Grill 2500 Dean Forest Rd. 912-966-5790

Hyatt Regency Savannah 2 West Bay St.

912-238-1234 savannah.hyatt.com/hyatt/ hotels-savannah/index.jsp?null

The Islander 301 Johnny Mercer Blvd.

912-897-6137

Jazz’d Tapas Bar 52 Barnard St.

912-236-7777 www.jazzdsavannah.com

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

912-651-6556 www.savannahcivic.com

912-756-6997

912-233-9626 www.kevinbarrys.com

912-925-1119

912-341-8897

The Loft on Liberty 215 W. Liberty St. McDonough’s 21 E. McDonough St.

912-233-6136 mcdonoughssavannah.com

Mellow Mushroom 11 W. Liberty St. 912-495-0705 mellowmushroom.com

Melody’s Coastal Cafe and Sandbar Cantina 2518 Hwy 17 912-459-6357 melscoastalcafe.com

Molly MacPherson’s Scottish Pub 311 W. Congress St. 912-239-9600 macphersonspub.com

Molly MacPherson’s Scottish Pub (Pooler) 110 Towne Center Dr. 912-348-3200 macphersonspub.com

Molly MacPherson’s Scottish Pub (Richmond Hill) 3742 US-17 Moon River Brewing Co. 21 West Bay St. 912-447-0943 www.moonriverbrewing.com/

The Olde Pink House 23 Abercorn St.

912-232-4286 www.plantersinnsavannah.com

The Perch at Local 11 ten 1110 Bull St. Pour Larry’s 206 W. St. Julian St. 912-232-5778

PS Tavern 11 W. Bay St. 912-495-5145

Rachael’s : Sports • Food • Fun 1190 King George Blvd.

912-920-7772 rachaels1190.com

The Rail Pub 405 W. Congress St. 912-238-1311 therailpub.com/

Rancho Alegre Cuban Restaurant 402 MLK Jr. Blvd.

912-292-1656 ranchoalegrecuban.com

River House 125 W. River St.

912-234-1900 liveoakstore.com/riverhouse

912-721-3901 bohemianhotelsavannah.com

Ruth’s Chris Steak House 111 W. Bay St. Saddle Bags 317 West River St. The Sandbar 1512 Butler Ave. 912-786-8304

Savannah Smiles 314 Williamson St.

912-527-6453 www.facebook.com/pages/ Savannah-Smiles-DuelingPianos/118909441502557

Savannah Taphouse 125 E. Broughton St. 912-201-8277 savannahtaphouse.com

SEED Eco Lounge 39 Montgomery St. 912-349-5100

The Sentient Bean 13 E. Park Ave. 912-232-4447 sentientbean.com

Service Brewing Company 574 Indian Street The Shrimp Factory 313 East River Street

912-236-4229 www.theshrimpfactory.com

Southbound Brewing Company 107 East Lathrop Ave. Stafford’s Public House 306 W. Upper Factor’s Walk Sunny’s Lounge 5630 Ogeechee Rd.

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Tijuana Flats 1800 E. Victory Dr. 912-344-9111 tijuanaflats.com

Totally Awesome Bar 107 B Whitaker St. 912-349-1707

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CULTURE THEATRE The many faces of Lear, as portrayed by Dennis Elkins. PHOTOS BY MEGAN JONES

Savannah Shakes’ King Lear:

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BY JIM MOREKIS

jim@connectsavannah.com

MANY LOCAL theatre fans saw the recent broadcast at the Lucas Theatre of Ian McKellen’s King Lear, direct from the Duke of York’s Theatre in London.

Dennis Elkins — who plays the title character in Savannah Shakes’ upcoming production — not only saw McKellen’s Lear, he saw it live in the UK. “I thought Ian McKellen’s performance was even more human than Olivier’s,” recalls Elkins. “That’s the part we often miss in Shakespeare. People so often elevate these iconic characters to the point where they lose humanity. McKellen’s performance at times is heartbreaking.”

A professional Equity actor, Elkins has never taken on this particular role, however. “The closest I’ve come is playing Gloucester in Boulder, Colorado,” he laughs, referring to an earl in the play who is blinded for his loyalty to Lear.

Many argue that King Lear is the greatest of Shakespeare’s tragedies, and his crowning achievement in terms of language and insight.

Continuing Savannah Shakes’ tradition of modernizing The Bard’s work, director Karla Knudsen says, “Our Lear is set in the doomsday/Y2k panic of 1999, so the sense of urgency and unknown is palpable with our particular tribe. We’ve used the Rajneesh, Jonestown, and Heaven’s Gate cults as a jumping off point.”

Lear is an aging king near the end of life. Deeply narcissistic, he sets off a competition between his three daughters: The one who loves him the most will get the most of his kingdom.

His youngest and favorite daughter, Cordelia, refuses to take the bait, saying her love for him is so great that mere wordly power and possessions pale in comparison.

Her offended father disinherits her, setting off a vicious cycle of treachery, banishments, and brutal assassinations, as the two other daughters, Regan and Goneril, plot both with and against each other, along with their husbands and lovers, to secure power.

“We keep coming back to Lear’s entitlement and why he has such a following,” says Knudsen. “He’s a benevolent leader that has never been told ‘no.’ So we’re finding the differences between the world within Lear’s realm/control versus the world outside.”

For Elkins, the main challenge with Lear is the sheer elevation of the king’s language.

“I pace myself, in part because of the language. It’s a very heightened language,” Elkins says. “It’s not just that he uses the royal We and Us a lot, it’s the fact that the language itself is very flowery and

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Dennis Elkins as the King, with the cast.

poetic. I want to make sure and honor that poetry while trying to get it to make sense to a modern audience.”

Knudsen echoes that sentiment.

“King Lear sits in our collective memory as that daunting epic diatribe on aging and madness. Nobody wants to spend two hours in that. Yet, to deny the tragic is just silly,” she says.

“Because Lear’s world goes off the rails so quickly — in the first four pages — it’s necessary to suss out his world when in stasis, and to establish history in a moment so we understand later what is lost.”

As for directing Elkins through the daunting prose, “Lear often speaks the sudden shifts in his interior dialogue,” Knudsen says.

“Usually the actor crafts these sorts of beat changes internally, so we are enhancing some of those moments with flashbacks, lighting and sound. And Dennis is the master of connecting text to movement which provides strong offers to his fellow actors.”

The fulcrum of the play is what is known as Lear’s “madness,” a scene during Act

“His ‘madness’ comes from grief, and the fact that he thought he had everything all worked out, but he really didn’t. He thinks he’s never wrong, and no one ever tells him no.”

II in which he reaches the depths of rage, despair and self-pity after Regan and Goneril essentially emasculate him by stripping him of his knights, and of his power and dignity.

However, for centuries audiences and scholars alike have questioned how insane Lear really is during the scene.

“I disagree that it’s a real madness,” says Elkins. “In a sense he’s just a stupid old man! His ‘madness’ comes from grief, and the fact that he thought he had everything all worked out, but he really didn’t. He thinks he’s never wrong, and no one ever tells him no.”

Director Knudsen says, “Lear’s awareness of his actions fluctuates: from raging protest to his daughters’ patronizing to full-out hallucinations to extremely lucid assessments of his sanity. He even confides in his Fool at one point, ‘Oh, let me not be mad.’”

In the end, Knudsen says, “I’ll let the audience judge, moment-to-moment, if Lear has lost it or not.”

Of course, a story is only as good as its villain, and King Lear boasts several of the best in literature, chief among them the horrifyingly cynical and savage daughters Regan and Goneril.

“In painting the world of Lear, we explore the villainy, manipulation, dark side of every character. And that’s by design — Shakespeare often gives the word ‘villain’ to the so-called bad-guys throughout the play. But so is the word ‘fortune,’” says Knudsen.

“The antagonists are important because, if we are all ‘the natural fool[s] of fortune,’ they are as justified in their choices as the heros. The antagonists provide much of the humor, combat, and allout gore in our production,” says Knudsen.

“And that’s just fun. Chris Soucy and Travis Spangenberg are building some particularly villainous fight choreography.” CS

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Riding to Victory

Second annual moto event held over Veteran’s Day weekend

BY RACHAEL FLORA

rachael@connectsavannah.com

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WHETHER you’re a motorcycle rebuilder, rider, or just a fan, the Victory Moto Show is sure to please.

Now in its second year, the exhibition of over 30 vintage bikes goes down this weekend at Service Brewing.

Its founder, Anna Heritage, knew that our community needed an event like this.

“It’s something that came out of, ‘Hey, there’s nothing like this in Savannah,’” says Heritage. “I have to travel and go out of town to go to something like this. And Savannah is such a cool and really openhearted motor culture and community.

Everyone’s super sweet, a really great group of people—guys and girls I’ve grown up with.”

Heritage started riding in high school as a way to bond with her family.

“My great-grandfather rode motorcycles, and my dad is a really talented builder as a hobby, but he could open his own shop if he wanted,” Heritage shares. “My uncle used to race motorcycles. It’s just kind of this family thing that really brought me closer to my dad and to my uncle. In a really beautiful way, riding helped change our relationship.”

The Victory Moto Show will be held Nov. 10 at Service Brewing. Attendees get to check out custom and vintage motorcycles and a photography exhibition. There will be a silent auction to benefit the Warrior Ride, a veteran nonprofit that uses adaptive cycling to rehabilitate veterans. Food will be provided by Big Bon Pizza.

Service Brewing collaborated with Two Tides Brewing Company, Revelry Brewing, and Orpheus Brewing to create three beers inspired by motorcycles.

On Sunday, the fun continues with a Janus Motorcycles Discovery Day at the Alida Hotel. The event includes brunch, a design and production presentation, and test rides. “[Janus] makes beautiful motorcycles in Goshen, Indiana, and they’re roadtripping down from Indiana to do a special 30 ride,” Heritage says.

Last year’s inaugural Victory Moto Show. PHOTOS COURTESY OF VICTORY MOTO SHOW.

The significance of the Victory Moto Show being held on Veterans Day weekend is no coincidence.

“This ties in really strongly—my greatgrandfather and both of my parents are veterans,” Heritage notes. “The fact that this is in the Service Brewing space and on Veterans Day weekend is super special.

That’s why we chose a veteran nonprofit, the Warrior Ride. That element of paying

respect to people who have given so much for us and how we can get those good vibes out there to help others.” CS

VICTORY MOTO SHOW, SAT., NOV. 10 Service Brewing, 574 Indian St. 4-10 p.m. $10 cover, must be 21 or older Veterans and active duty military receive free admission

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CULTURE LITERARY ARTS Charlottesville happened, it’s a constant reminder that we have not been able to put those issues behind us.

3.

Your debut novel, Cold Mountain, was incredibly successful. What was that like for your momentum as an author?

People sometimes phrase a question like that as, “Did you expect that to happen?” and I always say, you’ve got to be psychotic to expect that to happen. It’s like winning the lottery. It was totally unexpected. It was life-changing in a way, and in a lot of ways not.

With the next book, you just had to put that as much out of your mind as you could get it and do what you do. When I wrote Cold Mountain, I wasn’t thinking about that. I just vaguely hoped it would get published.

I also didn’t want to stop at that point.

Some people said, “Why didn’t you just stop?” That’s sort of what I do.

4. Tell me about your process of

writing historical fiction—that must require more research than other genres of writing.

Charles Frazier

Some of the reason I’m drawn to that is that I like the research part. It’s the part I really enjoy without any “buts” or anything. I can sped a day happily at a library looking at old documents, that kind of thing. With writing, I’ve got very mixed feelings about sitting at a desk for hours.

Even on the physical level, I’d rather be out taking a hike or in the woods.

5. Now that Varina is finished, do you

BY RACHAEL FLORA

rachael@connectsavannah.com

AWARD-WINNING author Charles Frazier comes to Savannah on Nov. 14.

Frazier appears as part of the Flannery O’Connor Childhood Home’s Ursrey Lecture Series, endowed in memory of Terry and Ashley Ursrey.

Frazier’s first novel, Cold Mountain, debuted to wide acclaim, landing on the New York Times Bestseller list, wining the National Book Award in 1997, and being adapted into an Academy Award-winning film.

Since then, he has published three more books, the most recent being Varina in April. Varina is a fictional reimagining of the life of Varina Howells Davis, the First Lady of the Confederate States of America.

We spoke with Frazier last week.

1.

What do you have planned for your lecture?

Frazier: It’s an onstage conversation with Dr. Beth Howells, head of the Department of Literature at Georgia Southern, so I’m sure we’ll talk about some questions ahead of time. But, I tend to like those things to be fairly unscripted because it’s more spontaneous. I’ll talk about my new book and, I imagine, the sorts of concerns and things that stretch back through the books I’ve written. I’ll probably read a small amount—not one of those things where you drone on and on.

2. What are those concerns through your body of work?

Three of the four books have been set in the 19th century or largely in the 19th century. Present time in Varina is 1906. That was kind of my area in grad school—19th

century British and American fiction. I’m comfortable in that area.

So many of the historical events, political events, the kind of political philosophy events that continue to shape this country were established in the 19th century. Of course, the Civil War was that sort of central event that we’re still dealing with the aftermath of.

Over the four or five years that I worked on Varina, it was like every day was a reminder of how much the issues of that war affect us, the aftermath of slavery that we’ve never fully dealt with. All the things in the news the past few years—Confederate iconography, monuments and flags—all of that is amazingly still relevant. When I was 18, I would have thought that would have been settled long before now.

All those things are just there in your mind, and to be working on this book when the church shooting in Charleston happened and when the violence in

I’ve got something that I’m about 80 percent sure is the thing I’m going to work on next. I’m spending a couple hours a day at the desk looking at that, but I’ve still got a good bit of travel between now and Thanksgiving. That’s mostly what I’m going to be doing, book travel.

This year I did the entire month of April without going home. This is kind of book festival season, so I’ve been doing book festivals since the end of August every weekend or so. I’m kind of looking forward to being off the road. It’s like some musicians I know say, I would play for free and just consider I get paid to travel. It’s the being away from home, in airports especially— that part of it gets old. And meeting people who still read books is nice. CS

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FALL SENIOR EXHIBITION, EXHIBITION III — Graduating seniors showcase their college portfolios for this capstone. Reception: November 30, 2018, 5:30pm-7:00pm. Located in Fine Arts Gallery. Armstrong Campus, Georgia Southern University, 11935 Abercorn St. FUNCTION: CONTEMPORARY CRAFT — For this National Call for Entry, Sulfur invited artists working in traditional craft media (Ceramic, Fibers, Glass, Metals, Paper, and/ or Wood) to submit work that pushes the boundaries of what “functional” means, as well as work that is conceptual or satirical, along side more traditional craft forms. With Special Guest Curator, ceramicist Jessica Broad Nov. 8-24. Sulfur Studios, 2301 Bull St. GRADUATING SENIOR THESIS EXHIBITION — Savannah State’s graduating seniors host this thesis show. Nov. 12-Dec. 8.

Kennedy Fine Arts Building, Savannah State University, 3219 College St. LOOK! I’M OVER THERE — This is Marcus Kenney’s first major solo-exhibition in Savannah since exhibiting at the Jepson Center in 2007. Installation of sculptures that expand Kenney’s visual language past the narrative collage and mystical taxidermy creatures for which he is recognized. Nov. 13-Jan. 26.

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MARY’S LAMB LISTENING PARTY & ART SHOW — Hip hop artist Clay Hodges teams up with visual artist Tiffany Skyers and photographer Emerald Arguelles to recreate the story of “Mary Had a Little Lamb” through photos, paintings, and music. The children’s story is the inspiration for Clay’s debut album entitled, “Mary’s Lamb.” $10.00 Sat., Nov. 10, 7-11 p.m. 912-220-0916. The Stables Savannah, 7 Rathborne Drive.

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ON::VIEW: DEAREST SAVANNAH — Nicholas Silberg creates patchwork of words, phrases, sayings about our community printed by the artist and walk-in participants using a letterpress. Nov. 13-Dec. 9. Sulfur Studios, 2301 Bull St. ROBIN HOWARD — Robin’s work explores the roles between science, nature, magic, and myth through mixed-media works that incorporate storytelling and found objects. Robin’s art incorporates traditional techniques with the innocence of the outsider genre. Fri., Nov. 9. Roots Up Gallery, 412-C Whitaker Street.

SAVANNAH MOSAIC 2018 — “Savannah Mosaic 2018” is a group show with 13 Savannah artists working in variety of square formats. Artists include: Stacie Jean Albano, Bison Jack, Lyn Bonham, Angela Burson, Lennie Ciliento, Chris D’Antonio, Meredith Gray, 32 Ahmad Jackson, Bellamy Murphy, Preston

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Location Gallery at Austin Hill Realty, 417 Whitaker St. SENIOR III EXHIBITION — Armstrong Campus students present their senior art thesis. Nov. 12-30.

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CONTINUING EXHIBITS AMERICAN IDYLL — The SCAD Museum of Art presents “American Idyll,” an exhibition featuring new sculptures and furniture by Wendy White. For “American Idyll,” White took inspiration from Andy Warhol’s radical 1969 exhibition “Raid the Icebox.” The resulting exhibition is a tribute to the deadpan, behind-thescenes nature of Warhol’s show that incorporates vinyl photo applications on the walls of the lobby depicting reproductions of the metal racks in the storage spaces of the museum ‘One-line’ work by Maggie Roth is featured at Gallery Through Dec. 30. scadmoa.org/.

Espresso, with an opening reception this Friday 6-8 pm SCAD Museum of Art, 601 Turner Blvd. the experience of perception itself. Through Nov. 10. Laney Contemporary, 1810 Mills B. ART QUILTERS OF THE LOW COUNTRY Lane Blvd.

— “Art in Stitches” exhibit showcases fiber art by the Art Quilters of the Low Country.

ERADICATION — Recent work by Becky The Quilters use fabric, thread and quilting Slivinsky. Through Dec. 6. In Vino Veritas, 102 to create the illusion of 3-dimensional art.

E. Liberty St. The images presented range from realistic to abstract. The Quilters are four gals and a HARMONIC TENSION — “Harmonic guy – Ron Hodge, Shaaron Thomas, Peg We- Tension” is a collection of black and white schke, Donna Stankiewicz and Jody Wigton. abstract paintings by Calvin Woodum. Profits Through Nov. 30. savannahjea.org. Jewish from show are donated to First City Network Educational Alliance, 5111 Abercorn St. for the Savannah LGBT Center. Through Nov. 30. Location Gallery at Savannah LGBT BEHIND US — Behind Us is a series of Center, 1515 Bull St. paintings that playfully interprets stories and theories of multiple and alternate realities.

I SEE YOU — Presented by the SCAD Through Dec. 31. sentientbean.com. The Sen- Museum of Art, the group exhibition “I See tient Bean, 13 E. Park Ave. You” considers the human body as terrain that is constantly subject to different CAPTURING THE SOUL: PORTRAIT forces. Through Dec. 30. May Poetter Gallery PHOTOGRAPHY FROM THE W.W. LAW (SCAD), 342 Bull St. COLLECTION — The display features thirty portraits from the W. W. Law Photograph AN IRREGULAR MORNING: VIEWS FROM Collection which highlight the evolving nature THE CUTTING ROOM FLOOR — Honoring of photography, portraiture as an art form, as the 75th anniversary of the Battle of Salerno, well as material culture through time. The im- Italy, where the light cruiser USS Savannah ages date from the 1870s through the 1990s, suffered an attack which resulted in the and document the lives of individuals both loss of over 200 crew, this exhibit features prominent and anonymous. Through Jan. 31, exclusive images cut from a 1943 Movietone 2019. Beach Institute, 502 E. Harris St. News film and a significant surviving artifact from the ship’s #2 turret where all but five EN PLEIN AIR — Informed by a studio pracmen perished. Through Jan. 6, 2019. Ships tice that transcends medium and its borders, of The Sea Museum, 41 Martin Luther King Will Penny works with generative design Jr Blvd. in connection with painting, sculpture, and animation for this new body of work about

THE LANGUAGE OF VISION — The Language of Vision: Early 20th-Century Photography brings together the work of four eminent artists from Telfair Museums’ perma­nent collection: Ralph Steiner, Manuel Álvarez Bravo, Walker Evans, and Helen Levitt. Through Jan. 13, 2019. telfair.org/jepson/. Jepson Center for the Arts, 207 West York St. LATE NIGHT POLAROIDS — Celebrate the work of Emily Earl as she displays a segment of her ongoing series Late Night Polaroids, at The Rat on Bull. Earl has spent the last six years roaming the streets of historic downtown Savannah, GA capturing the nightlife with her 1970’s Polaroid camera.

This exhibition showcases just a portion of the series. Through Nov. 30. The Rat on Bull, 1612 Bull St. MAGGIE ROTH — Maggie Roth’s pieces are “one line,” meaning from beginning to end, the line work is unbroken. Reception Nov. 9, 6-8 p.m.. Through Nov. 30. galleryespresso. com/. Gallery Espresso, 234 Bull St. MONET TO MATISSE: MASTERWORKS OF FRENCH IMPRESSIONISM FROM THE DIXON GALLERY AND GARDENS IMPRESSIONISM — Monet to Matisse: Masterworks of French Impressionism from the Dixon Gallery and Gardens boasts significant works of art by the most dynamic artists to work in late 19th- and early 20th-century France, including Claude Monet, Mary Cassatt, Edgar Degas, Pierre-Auguste Renoir, Paul Gauguin, and Henri Matisse. From plein air landscapes to scenes of modern life in Paris, the 30 paintings in the exhibition illustrate the radical innovations launched by artists we know today as Impressionists and Post-Impressionists. Free with Museum Admission Through Feb. 10, 2019. 912-790-8800. telfair. org/. telfair.org/jepson/. Jepson Center for the Arts, 207 West York St. REMEMBERING THE GREAT WAR — In honor of the centennial anniversary of the signing of the Armistice of World War I, the City of Savannah presents “Remembering the Great War.” On display at City Hall through December 2018, “Remembering the Great War” commemorates the contributions and sacrifices made by citizens of Savannah during World War II. Through Dec. 31. Savannah City Hall, 2 East Bay Street.

RITUAL — Ritual features mixed media work

by Cindy Male and Dorlene Dowl. Through Nov. 20. Starland Cafe, 11 East 41st St. ROLLING STONE PRESS: HUMAN CONSIDERATIONS — Human Considerations is the second exhibition to spotlight a portfolio of lithographic prints from the Rolling Stone Press, a professional lithography atelier that operated in Atlanta from 1984 until 2005.

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FOOD & DRINK EPICUROPEDIA

Savory sandwiches and artisan cocktails are never wrong

Part of the breakfast melt.

BY LINDY MOODY I CAN’T think of two more delicious items than cheese and bourbon. Everyone (save a few picky eaters) loves rich, decadent flavors that deliver the paradigm of what Southerners have been taught that good food is supposed to be.

Luckily for Savannah, Michelin Startrained Chef Thomas Ciszak felt the same.

Last weekend marked the beginning of his ideal whiskey/cheese mash-up with the opening of the low country’s newest casual dining bar and restaurant—Toasted Barrel.

Toasted Barrel is the creation of delectable food maestro Chef Ciszak.

As Chef Ciszak put it, “Toasted Barrel is an ideal place to enjoy a cocktail or a light meal, featuring fresh, [and] delicious

ingredients.”

The location is perfect for locals and visitors alike. The artfully decorated restaurant sits on the corner of Oglethorpe and Montgomery, within the SpringHill Suites and just a short stroll from the new Cultural Arts Center.

If you have not figured it out by now, “Toasted” refers to the long list of toasted sandwiches and dishes available on the menu, and “Barrel” represents the over forty available high-end bourbons.

The stand out cocktail for me was the Smoky Deal—a bacon-infused bourbonbased mixture. Head bartender Jordan Sox explained how the insanely unique infused dark liquor is created: “We take bacon fat and we take Four Roses bourbon, we put them together and we freeze it.”

The mixture is, of course, strained before it is used, and the final flavor tastes like the most concentrated (and delicious)

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Overall the finished cocktail tastes like a smokey sweet bourbon dessert.

The recommended sandwich pairing is the Bacon Schmelz—because one can never have too much bacon in their life.

One Hot Cucumber is the ideal cocktail to balance the richness of each gooey cheese sandwich. Citrus forward and piney Hendrick’s gin is combined with fresh lime and light coconut water for a smooth and easy-to-drink companion that pairs well with a lot of Toasted Barrel’s rich, savory sammies.

The Monkey Barrel was created by Sox for the grand opening of Toasted Barrel. “It is a variation on a daiquiri, but with overproof Jamaican rum, Four Roses bourbon, creme de banana, and fresh lemon juice,” Sox explained as I sat at the bustling and beautifully adorned bar.

The reason for the addition of bourbon into a rum drink is due to Toasted Barrel’s focus on bourbon, but the additive is not anything but complementary to the base drink.

As the name would suggest, the grilled

cheese selection is robust. I am confident in saying there is a toasted masterpiece perfect for any toasty dairy connoisseur.

Chef Ciszak selected Auspicious Bakery bread to adorn each one of his cheese filled artworks, and as anyone who knows grilled cheeses knows, the bread is extremely important.

Starting at the very top of the list, the Classic Cheese grilled cheese sandwich is just as bold as any of the unique combinations listed on the menu. Often times the simplest dishes are the most difficult to execute well, but The Toasted Barrel has simplicity figured out.

A river of melted cheddar cheese flows between slices of buttery grilled Auspicious toasts, and the robust serving of cheese inside is created by the use of double the amount of cheese of one of their other sandwiches. Simple yet well seasoned, this rendition is the quintessential toasted sandwich.

Fluffy scrambled eggs, sweet sausage, and sharp cheddar cheese make up the Breakfast Melt. Any good cook or chef knows just how difficult a good scrambled

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egg is to perfect, yet Chef Ciszak has done so. The succulent eggs add moisture to the spiced sausage and salty cheese.

My favorite was the Toast “Monsieur,” a grilled cheese upgraded with salty sweet maple glazed ham, ultra savory gruyere cheese, and tangy grain mustard. The grain mustard serves to add texture and cut through the richness of the ham and cheese combination.

I saved the Crispy Goat for last because it could almost be dessert. Fork tender roasted beets come layered with sticky fig jam, tart balsamic, and velvety chèvre cheese. Any earthy flavor of the beets were cooked away with the roasting leaving behind a delicate root vegetable that held up well to the sweetness of the fig jam. Chef Ciszak’s use of balsamic vinegar rounded out all of the sugary notes, while the smooth chèvre cheese brought the entire dish home.

If you do not end up trying multiple sandwiches, a side item or two accompanies any main dish properly.

I grabbed multiple servings of Toasted Barrel’s Hand Cut Fries, and I do not know which tasted better, the fries themselves or the sriracha mayonnaise accompanying them. The Belgian style fries, cut thicker than most, are pillowy on the inside, crisp on the outside, and speckled with just the right amount of salt. The mayonnaise was not too spicy, instead working to coat the mouth with silky savory taste of sweet vinegary pepper.

When you find the Tater Tots listed on the menu of sides, do not be fooled into thinking you will be served modest rounds of white potato. Chef Ciszak created his own version using sweet potatoes and parmesan cheese. Tender, tiny pillows of silky sweet potato are fried until they have an outer shell of crunchy goodness. The petite crunchy clouds are then served with salty and nutty parmesan cheese to balance it all out.

Finally, because what is a grilled cheese without tomato soup to dunk it in, the restaurant offers their San Mariano Tomato Soup accompanied with five spice croutons as a side item.

Like any succulent homemade tomato soup, their version is thick with seasoning and spices visibly floating about the savory soul warming concoction. The five spices on the crouton only deepen taste of the vivacious dish. CS Toasted Barrel is inside the SpringHill Suites at 150 Montgomery St.

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Dr. Anna Lepeley comes to Savannah for a beer seminar

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BY RACHAEL FLORA

rachael@connectsavannah.com

HOW MANY times have you been told that drinking beer is bad for you? Well, Dr. Anna Lepeley is here to make your day.

The health and wellness educator by day and stand-up comedian by night contends that beer isn’t as bad for us as everyone says it is.

She brings her welcome findings to Moon River Brewing Company this Thursday with “Beer Is Good For You,” a seminar and book signing.

Lepeley has her degree in exercise and nutrition research and has been speaking in conferences and doing corporate wellness events since 2006.

She began her beer seminar circuit in a somewhat unconventional way.

“I started out as a hydration expert, and I spoke for the guys who detonate bombs,”

she shares. “I would teach them how to hydrate, when to hydrate, why it’s important to hydrate. Dehydration by as little as one percent can affect cognitive and physical function.”

During the hydration sessions, Lepeley would talk about the various beverages we consume and which are objectively better for us.

“There’s a huge myth that coffee dehydrates you,” she shares. “If the coffee has no sugar in it, it will not dehydrate you. Caffeine causes a diuretic affect, but it’s similar to that of water. Coffee itself without sugar will still hydrate you. Never overdo coffee or any caffeine, period.”

Then her focus would turn to alcohol.

“I’d talk about alcohol and how beer is less dehydrating than liquor,” she says.

“When these guys would see me later, they’d be like, ‘We loved your seminar!’ and they’d be drinking beers and whiskey.

People just want to drink!”

With that revelation, Lepeley shifted the focus of her lectures and eventually wrote a book, “Beer Is Good For You.” “I wrote about the health benefits of beer, of course in moderation,” she says.

“The book is a heavily scientific reference book, but it’s a novelty book, so people can read it while they’re drinking. I highlight three or four health benefits, and I put a lot of humor into it.”

What are those health benefits, exactly?

Lepeley saves most of it for her book, which will be available for purchase at the seminar.

“Beer is good for your bones, your skin, and your physiological hormone levels,” she recounts.

Part of Lepeley’s impetus for writing her book was her industry of exercise and wellness.

“I like researching alcohol and the health benefits, and I’m tired of all these fitness fucks with no background telling us what’s bad for us when they have no idea,” she says. “The industry is so corny, but that’s my background. Things can be practical and logical.” CS

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// Attempting to capture the artistic process on screen is an arduous and thankless task, as delineating the inner workings of the human mind as it strives to create something unique is generally a concept best left to the written page.

The new Freddie Mercury/Queen biopic Bohemian Rhapsody knows well enough to keep such flashes of inspiration on the surface and on the outside, so that audiences can follow along as, say, characters discuss their ambitious ideas behind “Bohemian Rhapsody” or start hammering out the unmistakable opening chords of “Another One Bites the Dust.” This approach may not be especially deep, but it’s undeniably entertaining.

That, in a nutshell, is a description that ends up suiting the entire picture. Bohemian Rhapsody is nothing if not endlessly engaging, as the picture illustrates how Farrokh Bulsara, a young Brit of Parsi heritage, adopted the name Freddie Mercury and got together with musicians Brian May, Roger Taylor and John Deacon to form one of the all-time great rock’n’roll bands.

Rami Malek delivers an incendiary performance as Mercury, yet there’s ample praise to go around for those perfectly cast as his bandmates: Gwilym Lee as May, Ben Hardy as Taylor, and Joe Mazzello (Jurassic Park’s little Timmy, all grown up!) as Deacon. Whether their characters are bonding or bickering, the chemistry between this quartet is one of the picture’s best components, a designation it shares with the ample concert sequences.

Particularly pleasing is the recreation of one of the band’s final at-bats: their appearance at 1985’s Live Aid, during which they managed to steal the show from what was merely a who’s-who of the music world’s enduring legends.

For those seeking nothing more than a rollicking good time, Bohemian Rhapsody largely gets the job done. But those looking for some depth – or, heck, even some historical context – will be sorely disappointed, as the film wreaks havoc on chronology, ignores key albums and songs (personal aside: Ted the talking teddy bear and I were not pleased with the MIA status of “Flash!”), and takes factual liberties that will raise ample sets of eyebrows on both sides of the Atlantic.

Mercury’s homosexuality and subsequent death from AIDS are noted, but peeks at his lifestyle are mainly channeled through sly glances here and there with beefy bodies as well as a one-dimensional villain in Paul Prenter (Allen Leech), Mercury’s part-time lover and part-time manager.

(By all accounts, Prenter was a somewhat shady character, but the film version has him hitting all the sneer-worthy beats,

Rami Malek as Freddie Mecury in Bohemian Rhapsody

only stopping short of twirling a handlebar mustache.)

Bohemian Rhapsody is rated PG-13, as the film’s producers and band members May and Taylor (both heavily involved with the making of the movie) were clearly hoping for a frothy, toe-tapping smash along the lines of the ABBA-approved Mamma Mia! But this story deserved a deeper and more shaded rendition, one worthy of the dynamic figure at its center. It should have been – excuse the clumsy co-opting – “Killer Queen” rather than a compromised biopic that will only intermittently rock you.

HUNTER KILLER

// If the new motion picture Hunter Killer were real life, it would merit four stars.

The U.S. President is a smart, compassionate and progressive woman who prefers to spend her time governing effectively.

And the United States remains wary of its former Cold War adversary and still keeps a cool distance. Clearly, Hunter Killer is set in some alternate universe, not unlike those seen in vintage Justice League comic books and modern Star Trek movies.

Unfortunately, Hunter Killer isn’t a striking example of cinéma vérité but rather a complete piece of fiction. As such, it’s a rampaging mediocrity, even if it does represent a slight uptick in quality for a movie starring Gerard Butler.

Butler, whose resume over the past two years alone includes the laughable trio of Geostorm, London Has Fallen and Gods of Egypt, here plays Joe Glass (presumably no relation to Samuel L. Jackson’s Mr. Glass), a submarine captain who is first glimpsed in the film hunting a buck in the most manly of manly fashions, with

arrows instead of bullets.

But we know right off the bat that Joe is a sensitive macho man since he decides not to kill the animal once he sees it being followed by a doe and a fawn.

We also learn that Joe is a rarity in the annals of the US military: an officer who never went to any prestigious colleges but instead worked his way up from washing dishes and polishing missiles (in other words, no way he’s a pointy-headed intellectual!). So when Joe is assigned a new sub and a new crew, he tells the slobs working under him that “I know you” and “I am you.” Why he stops short of uttering, “You complete me,” I can’t say.

The reason for Joe being tasked with captaining the USS Arkansas is because the Russian president (handsome Alexander Diachnko, who only looks like Putin in Putin’s own mind) has been taken hostage by his warmongering defense minister (Michael Gor), who hopes to start World War III for some vague reason (maybe he was angry that Kim Jong-un unfriended him on Facebook?).

While a trigger-happy American admiral (Gary Oldman) incessantly barks like some yippy Pomeranian, another officer (Common) and an NSA agent (Linda Cardellini) talk the rational U.S. President (Caroline Goodall) into allowing a rescue mission. Thus, four Navy SEALs are ordered to retrieve the Russkie Prez while Glass is assigned to pick everyone up with all the efficiency of a 5-star Uber driver.

Approximately 99.9% of submarine flicks manage to evoke a genuine sense of claustrophobia among audience members peering down all those narrow corridors in a confined space — think back to, for example, Robert Wise’s Run Silent, Run Deep or Wolfgang Petersen’s Das Boot — but Hunter Killer is surprisingly light on the tension. CS

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Join the Port Wentworth Chamber for the 9th Annual Oyster Roast, BBQ & Music Fest. Stop by the Oyster Tent for steamed oysters sold by the bucket. There will be many food/drink vendors offering many food options.

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credit). Auditions, by appointment, are in Armstrong Fine Arts Hall. To schedule an audition, e-mail: savaayo@yahoo.com. Info is also available at www.savaayo.org. AYO is sponsored in part by the Savannah Friends of Music, www.savannahfriendsofmusic. com ongoing. Armstrong Campus, Georgia Southern University, 11935 Abercorn St. CALL FOR ARTISTS FOR THE PHOENIX FESTIVAL The Chatham County Resource Conservation and Education Center will be hosting a found art and reuse celebration called The Phoenix Festival – Celebrating Chatham County’s Revolution in Reuse on November 10. This event will feature 30 local artists who use recycled/upcycled/ reused material in their work. The festival will also include an electric car show, food trucks, musicians, performers and all sorts of fun and educational activities for all ages. The County does have a promotional budget for this event that we hope will

become an annual celebration. Currently, we are looking for 30 of Chatham County’s most gifted artists to set up booths and sell their polished pieces and/or craft items resurrected out of objects that would otherwise go to the landfill. Booths are only $15.00 per 6ft table and all of the proceeds will be donated to Keep Chatham Beautiful or KCB. KCB is a local non-profit organization dedicated to the environmental enrichment and beautification of our stunning local communities. Through Nov. 11. 912-790-1647.

CALL FOR DONATIONS FOR THE INTERNATIONAL STUDENT CLIMATE ART PROJECT The Savannah Art Association calls for local artists to help raise funds for ISCAP, the International Student Climate Art Project through the donation of environment or earth-related art. Contact Carol Anderson at andersoncarol61@gmail.com. Through Feb. 10, 2019.

CALL FOR EARLY 19TH CENTURY DANCERS/REGENCY DANCING The Davenport House has a social dance program which meets most Wednesdays at 5 p.m. The Museum is looking for new participants in this free community activity. For information contact info@davenporthousemuseum. org or call 912-236-8097. ongoing. davenporthousemuseum.org. Davenport House, 324 East State St. CALL FOR ENTRIES FOR VIGNETTE SAVANNAH Vignette Savannah is looking for contributors in writing and photography! vSav’s tagline is “Indulging in Savannah’s most coveted decor, design, & awe-inspiring spaces.” Contribute to the blog and social media channels with your writing and/ or photography (credit will be given) featuring restaurants, coffee shops, or any other creative spaces and design you

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

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

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

LIBERTARIAN PARTY OF SAVANNAH Are you interested in true liberty and freedom? Are you tired of the two-party political system controlling our modern government? Learn how to make a difference and get your voice heard. Join the Libertarian Party of Savannah for our monthly meetings. For more information like our Facebook page. Free second Tuesday of every month, 6 p.m. unclemaddios.com.

Uncle Maddio’s Pizza, 7805 Abercorn St. SAVANNAH AREA YOUNG REPUBLICANS Get involved. Contact is Michael Johnson, via email or telephone, or see website for info. 912-604-0797. chairman@sayr. org. sayr.org. Call or see website for information. Free ongoing. 912-308-3020. savannahyoungrepublicans.com.

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

VICTORIAN NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION MEETINGS The VNA represents all residing, working or otherwise involved in the Victorian District and meets every second Tuesday of each month to the exception of the month of August. Meetings are held at The Mansion on Forsyth Park. Social starts at 5:30 p.m. and meetings start at 6 p.m.

There is no fee to attend our meetings.

For anyone using the Valet Parking at The Mansion, there is a $5. fee. Free ongoing, 6-7 p.m. vnasavannahga2013@gmail.com. mansiononforsythpark.com. Mansion on Forsyth Park, 700 Drayton St. YOUNG DEMOCRATS Mondays at 7pm on the second level of Foxy Loxy, Bull Street. Call or visit the Young Democrats Facebook page for more information. Free ongoing. 423-619-7712. foxyloxycafe.com. Foxy Loxy Cafe, 1919 Bull St.

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find inspiring! Preference will be given to students/professionals that can be consistent contributors-- build a portfolio with the vSav blog and on its social media channels and gain a reference in the process! Visit vignettesavannah.com and email Anita at vignettesavannah@gmail. com to express your interest! ongoing.

Downtown Savannah, downtown.

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

CALL FOR LOCAL PRODUCTS AND RETAILERS FOR COHEN’S RETREAT ONSITE BOUTIQUE SHOP Cohen’s Retreat, a historic destination for art, food and community located in Savannah’s famed Moon River District, is seeking specialty retailers interested in placing their locally or regionally-made products in its onsite boutique shop, Brown Dog Market. Cohen’s Retreat is refreshing its product lines at Brown Dog Market to feature more of a mix of mainstream local products to include with their current artisan products. Retailers who would like access to some of Savannah’s largest neighborhoods located in and near the Moon River District are encouraged to apply for shelf space. Interested retailers should reach out to Colleen Smith at colleen. smith@cohensretreat.com or by calling 912.355.3336, ext. 4. Please include product name(s), description, price point, availability, contact information and any other essential details. ongoing. Cohen’s Retreat, 5715 Skidaway Rd. CALL FOR MUSICIANS FOR EFFINGHAM COUNTY ORCHESTRA Effingham Community Orchestra is now accepting additional musicians.

Instruments included are winds, orchestral strings and orchestral percussion. For information contact the Director at www. effinghamcommunityorchestra.org or call 912-826-5300 ext. 110. ongoing. No physical address given, none.

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

CALL FOR PROPOSALS FOR WEAVE-ADREAM PROGRAM The City of Savannah Department of Arts, Culture & Historical Resources is now accepting proposals for the 2018 Weave-A-Dream (WAD) program which seeks to engage youth in art projects that reestablish and preserve vibrant, sustainable neighborhoods. Applications must be submitted at least seven weeks prior to 38 the start date of the project. Applications

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

BENEFITS

Hope For Change: Benefit show for Niema Ross

This benefit event is to showcase a part of who Niema was, displaying photos, articles written, and playing Niema’s podcast. Livc music, food trucks. There will also be a silent art auction from amazing local artists. All proceeds go to her family.

2-6PM, SOUTHERN PINE COMPANY 616 E. 35TH STREET

will be accepted March through November 13th of 2018 (while funds are available).

Selected projects must be completed prior to December 31, 2018. The guidelines and application are available for download at www.savannahga.gov/arts. Technical assistance is available to applying organizations and individuals. Through Nov. 13.

CALL FOR WORLD WAR I ITEMS FOR CITY EXHIBIT The City of Savannah Research Library & Municipal Archives is currently planning a World War I Centennial exhibit for 2018 to honor Savannahians’ role in the war.

The City would like to include items from local residents and families to further personalize the exhibit. Residents are asked to share World War I related artifacts or documents with the City to help create the exhibit. To lend an item to the exhibit or to learn more about the exhibit, please contact Luciana Spracher, City of Savannah Library & Archives Director, at Lspracher@ savannahga.gov or (912) 651-6411. ongoing. Savannah City Hall, 2 East Bay Street.

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

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

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

HUNT, FISH & SHOOT PARTY The Boys & Girls Club of Jasper County will hold its largest annual fundraising event, the Hunt, Fish & Shoot Party. Local businesses, corporations and individuals are donating prizes, and all raffle ticket purchases support the club’s programs and services. Peacock Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram Fiat and Derry Plantation are the presenting sponsors. Hunt, Fish & Shoot will begin at 6 p.m., and tickets are free. Raffle items include hunts, fishing charters, guns, kayaks, dinners, date nights for men and women and other items.

0 Thu., Nov. 8, 6-9 p.m. facebook.com/ boysandgirlsclubofthelowcountry. Peacock Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Fiat, 265 Drivers Way. SCI FANS FOR SENIORS DRIVE Members of the community who would like to donate a new box fan or make a cash donation to purchase a fan may come by SCI’s headquarters at 3025 Bull Street, Savannah between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m.

Monday through Friday or donate on-line at www.seniorcitizensinc.org/give. ongoing.

Senior Citizens Inc., 3025 Bull St.

CLASSES, CAMPS & WORKSHOPS

2018 SUMMER BONANZA The program will expose young people to local government, cultural diversity, and positive role models. Strengthening academic development while providing safe, structured, and fun activities for youth is essential. Summer Bonanza meets once per week on Saturday mornings from 10 am – 1 pm at the Moses Jackson Center.

Saturdays, 9 a.m. (912) 663-4528. Moses Jackson Advancement Center, 1410B Richards Street.

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.

BACHATA AND SALSA DANCE CLASSES New 4 week dance series, designed for absolute beginners to learn the fundamentals of Bachata or Salsa for social dancing! Bachata and salsa are fun dances from the Dominican Republic that can be found in cities all over the world, and is a great way to meet other people and enjoy amazing music. No partner or dance

experience needed, just come and have fun! Special discount if you decide to do the salsa and bachata series together! RSVP via facebook or email. $40 for 4 classes, $70 for both bachata and salsa series ongoing. stephaniehmetzger@gmail.com. facebook.com/events/239285403377870/. thestudiosav.net/. The STUDIO, 2805-B Lacy Ave. BASIC SELF DEFENSE Essential self-defense for adults. $30/ month Tuesdays, Thursdays, 6 p.m. fit912savannah.com. fit912savannah.com.

Fit912 Savannah, 428 Bull Street.

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

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

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

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

BRAZILIAN JIU JITSU CLASSES Monday/Wednesday- Competition 5:30pm and Fundamentals at 7:00pm Tuesday/ Thursday- Fundamentals at Noon and Fundamentals at 5:30pm Friday- Private Lessons by appointment Saturday- Open Mat at 10:30am ongoing. Serg Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, 401 Mall Blvd.

BRIDGE LESSONS Learn to play bridge. BB2 Competitive Bidding: Monday, September 24@7:00PM. BB4: Play of the Hand/ Declarer/Play: Saturday, September 15@10:00AM. Intermediate/Advanced Workshops: Friday, September 14@10:00AM ongoing. 912-2284838. bridgewebs.com/savannahclubs.

Savannah Duplicate Bridge Center, 8511 Ferguson Ave. CHAMPIONS TRAINING CENTER Offering a variety of classes and training in mixed martial arts, jui-jitsu, judo and other disciplines for children and adults. All skill levels. 525 Windsor Rd. 912-349-4582. ctcsavannah.com.

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

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

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

COUNTRY TWO STEP GROUP CLASS Country Two Step: no partner needed or experience required. 4 weeks for $40 or drop in for $15. $40 for 4 weeks Thursdays, 7-8 p.m. 612-470-6683. salondebaile.dance@ gmail.com. salondebailedancestudio.com.

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US Hwy 80 SE. CREATIVITY COACHING Do you have a creative idea but don’t know where to start? Is it time to move forward with your project? Work with your very own creativity coach and learn how to blast through blocks, plan your time, and enjoy the richness of a creative life. See website for more info at www.laurenl.com/creativity_ coaching/ or contact Creativity@LaurenL. com ongoing. Online, ---.

DIVAS & PUMPS: ADULT HEELS DANCE CLASS Divas & Pumps is a dance class teaching walks, struts, freestyles, and choreography to hits by our favorite Divas. Come get your life every Wednesday at 7:30. $15 Wednesdays, 7:30 p.m. 323-539-1760.

DANCEHOWIWANTTO@GMAIL.COM. DANCEHOWIWANTTO.COM. DUI PREVENTION GROUP Offers victim impact panels for intoxicated drivers, DUI, offenders, and anyone seeking knowledge about the dangers of driving while impaired. A must see for teen drivers.

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

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

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

HIGH VIBE / LOW COST YOGA Join Melissa DeLynn for all-levels, beginner friendly Yoga classes. These classes are well-balanced, nourishing, and challenging with an emphasis on philosophy and spirituality. Expect to learn, heal, meditate and connect. $15 Wednesdays, 6-7:15 p.m. 706-614-4715. mdelynn@gmail.com.

WELMONT, 1930 Montgomery Street.

HISTORIC PRESERVATION WEEKEND WORKSHOPS The Historic Preservation Weekend Workshops (formerly Historic Homeowners Academy) is a series of weekend courses.

Topics include plaster crack repair, masonry repointing, window repairs, mechanical system repairs, carpentry as well as understanding tax credit and design guidelines. For more information, go to savannahtech.edu. Through Nov. 11. savannahtech.edu/. Savannah Technical College, 5717 White Bluff Rd. HOUSING AUTHORITY NEIGHBORHOOD RESOURCE CENTER Housing Authority of Savannah hosts classes at the Neighborhood Resource Center. Adult literacy/GED prep: Mon-Thurs, 9am-12pm & 1pm-4pm. Financial education: 4th Fri each month, 9am-11am. Basic computer training: Tues & Thurs, 1pm3pm. Community computer lab: Mon-Fri, 3pm-4:30pm. ongoing. 912-232-4232 x115. savannahpha.com. savannahpha.com/NRC. html. Neighborhood Resource Center, 1407 Wheaton St. JEWELER’S GUIDED OPEN STUDIO Join us for time to practice your skills

and knock out some projects you’ve been dreaming up. Tuition includes access to the studio with support from Christina or one of her assistants. Students are responsible for their own materials. Prerequisite of Jewelry I or similar instruction from another studio. $30 Thursdays, 1-4 p.m.

912-289-8337. christina@dreamcatstudio. com. dreamcatstudio.com. Use our space to practice your skills and knock out your personal pieces. Tuition includes access to the studio with support from Christina or one of her assistants. Students are responsible for their own materials.

Prerequisite of Jewelry I or similar instruction from another studio. $30 Fridays, 6 p.m. 912-289-8337. christina@ dreamcatstudio.com. dreamcatstudio.com. dreamcat studio, Hover Creek RD. 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.

LECTURE: PASSION TO SERVE Savannah business leaders who work with military personnel are gathering to discuss how the military community gives back through profit and passion. Panelists will include Tyler Merritt, co-owner of Nine Line Apparel; Kevin Ryan, CEO of Service Brewing; and Cindy Kelley, executive director of Chatham Savannah Homeless Authority.

The session will be moderated by Kenya Harrison, academic program manager at Georgia Tech-Savannah. $15, including breakfast Thu., Nov. 8, 8 a.m. pe.gatech. edu/Sav-Learners. Georgia Tech Savannah, 210 Technology Circle.

LIFE CHALLENGE COACHING In an environment of patience, nonjudgement and compassion, we will explore the source of your challenge, the beliefs that hold your challenge in place, and discover & enact healthy and healing life changes. For appointment, contact Cindy Un Shin Beach at revfugon@gmail.com, or Text (only) to 912-429-7265. ongoing. Online only, none.

MUSIC LESSONS AND CLASSES: ALL INSTRUMENTS, ALL AGES Portman’s Music Academy offers private lessons on piano, guitar (electric, acoustic, classical), mandolin, ukulele, banjo, bass guitar, drums, percussion, voice, clarinet, saxophone (alto and tenor), oboe, flute, bassoon, trumpet, trombone, euphonium, tuba, DJ, Pro Logic, Composition, Ear Training, violin, viola, and cello. Group classes for beginner piano and guitar. Music Adventures for ages 5 to 7. ongoing. 912354-1500. portmansmusic.com. Portman’s Music Superstore, 7650 Abercorn St. MUSIC LESSONS--MULTIPLE INSTRUMENTS AND STYLES Savannah Musicians’ Institute offers private instruction for all ages and experience levels for Guitar (electric, acoustic, bass, classical, jazz), Piano, Flute, Banjo, Mandolin, Ukulele, Clarinet, Saxophone, and Voice as well as Music Theory/ Composition/ Ear Training.

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

savmusiciansinstitute.com.

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

912-354-1500. portmansmusic.com.

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

PHOTOGRAPHY CLASSES Photography Workshops: Beginner to Advanced level. 4-hour sessions. $250 per student. See website for complete list. 410251-4421. chris@chrismorrisphotography. com. chrismorrisphotography.com/learn.

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

POWER SELF DEFENSE Get fit and develop powerful selfdefense skills. For active adults. $30/ month Tuesdays, Thursdays, 7 p.m. fit912savannah.com. fit912savannah.com.

Fit912 Savannah, 428 Bull Street.

QIGONG CLASSES Qi Gong energy cultivation. What used to be an ancient Chinese secret is now known as one of the best healing modalities available.

Come learn these amazing exercises from a twenty year practitioner. Relax, energize, destress, revitalize, balance and strengthen.

Monday through Friday 1:30 to 2:30 classes only $8. www.savannahyogabarre.com 912-200-4809 ongoing. savannahyogabarre. com. Savannah Yoga Barre, 2132 E Victory Drive.

R&B SOUL ADULT LINE DANCING The R&B Soul line dance group Savannah Show Stoppers are conducting line dance classes every Monday night at the West Broad St. YMCA and every Tuesday nights at the John Delaware Center. Both classes starts at 6:30. Lamont Hunter, the founder of the Savannah Show Stoppers, is the Instructor. Donations Mondays, 6:30-8 p.m. and Tuesdays, 6:30-8 p.m.

912-220-7712. hlamont70@yahoo.com. westbroadstreetymca.org. YMCA-West Broad St, 1110 May St. REIKI TREATMENT Reiki relaxes & rejuvenates; promotes emotional & physical healing; reduces neuromuscular & arthritic pain. E-mail request for appointment/ Fee base at revfugon@gmail.com, or Text (only) 912429-7265 ongoing. Online only, none.

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

Audition and competition preparation.

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

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

SASS & SWAG ADULT HIP HOP Sass & Swag is a high energy, adult hip hop dance class. Learn hip hop grooves you can take to any party or club, and learn a choreographed routine to today’s hottest hits. Mondays at 7:30 pm. $15 Mondays, 7:30 p.m. 323-539-1760.

DANCEHOWIWANTTO@GMAIL.COM. DANCEHOWIWANTTO.COM. SURFING AND UKULELE LESSONS Surfing & Ukulele Lessons and surf camps. Tybee Surf Lessons, Tybee Island/ Savannah. Email or call Turner for more info 808-385-5364. TybeeSurfLessons.com. ongoing. Tybee Island, Tybee Island.

TAI CHI The tai chi classes are open to the first 25 participants 60 years of age or older.

Wednesdays, 10 a.m. 912-877-0056. Senior Citizens, Inc. Liberty County Neighborhood Center, 800 Tupelo Trail.

YOUTH AND TEEN AERIAL SILK CLASSES Youth Class ages 8+. Teen Class ages 11+.

Learn to dance and work with Aerial Silks and Hoop while suspended in the air. Weekly classes held on Fridays through the month of September only. Very limited space available, reserve your spot and register online today. $20/class $75/September package ongoing. 954.682.5694. elyse. thestudio@yahoo.com. thestudiosav.net. thestudiosav.net/. The STUDIO, 2805-B Lacy Ave. ZONA ROSA WRITING WORKSHOP Become the writer you were meant to be: Join Zona Rosa, the internationally acclaimed, monthly Savannah-based writing workshops founded and led by awardwinning author Rosemary Daniell. Over 180 Zona Rosans have become published authors. For information, contact Rosemary at info@myzonarosa.com. Also ask about the week-long, intensive Sixteenth Annual Zona Rosa Writing and Living Retreat,Tybee Island, July 22-29, 2017. ongoing. No physical address given, none.

CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS

13TH COLONY SOUND BARBERSHOP CHORUS Enjoy singing in harmony with 13th Colony Sound, Savannah;s Chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society, Monday evenings. None Mondays, 6:30-8:30 p.m.

912-247-1157. savannahbarbershoppers@ gmail.com. 13thcolonysound.com. whitefieldumc.com/. Whitefield United Methodist Church, 728 E. 55th Street.

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

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

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

CHATHAM RETIRED EDUCATORS ASSOCIATION The Chatham Retired Educators Association (CREA) is an organization that provides opportunities for retired persons to respond to community needs. CREA members make invaluable contributions through community service and contribute their talents and experience to positively impact the decisionmaking processes in the community. The CREA meets every 2nd Monday, 10:30 am at Carey Hilliard’s Banquet Room, 11111 Abercorn Street. $17 for lunch Mon., Nov. 12, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. 912-233-3549. chesteraellis@comcast.net. careyhilliards. com. Carey Hilliard’s (Southside), 11111 Abercorn St. CHATHAM RETIRED EDUCATORS ASSOCIATION MEETING The Chatham Retired Educators Association (CREA) is an organization of retired educators and friends of education designed to support educational and community service. $17.00 (optional) second Monday of every month, 11 a.m.12:30 p.m. 912-925-4980. aohoward@ hotmail.com. careyhilliards.com. Carey Hilliard’s (Southside), 11111 Abercorn St. CHATHAM SAILING CLUB Friday evening social event at the clubhouse.

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

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

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

COASTAL EMPIRE BEEKEEPERS ASSN. MONTHLY MEETING CEBA hosts meetings on the second Monday of each month that feature a speaker (guest or local beekeeper).

Specific topics will be posted on the CEBA website. Social time: 6-6:30 p.m. - meet other beekeepers and chat with master 40 beekeepers. Meeting time: 6:30-8 p.m. Held

in the conference room of the main building at Oatland Island Wildlife Center, meetings are free and open to the public. Mon., Nov. 12, 6:30-8 p.m. ceba.oiwc@gmail. com. ceba.wildapricot.org. oatlandisland. org/. Oatland Island Wildlife Center, 711 Sandtown Rd. FIBER GUILD OF THE SAVANNAHS A club focusing on weaving, spinning, basket making, knitting, crocheting, quilting, beading, rug hooking, and other fiber arts.

Meets at Oatland Island Wildlife Center, first Saturday of the month (Sept.-June) 10:15am. ongoing. fiberguildsavannah. homestead.com/. Fiber Guild of the Savannahs, 711 Sandtown Road GA. GEECHEE SAILING CLUB Founded in 1971, GSC promotes sailing and boating safety, education, and fellowship.Member of the South Atlantic Yacht Racing Association. second Monday of every month, 6 p.m. 912-356-3265. geecheesailingclub.org. liveoakstore.com/ tubbysthunderbolt. Tubby’s Tank House (Thunderbolt), 2909 River Dr. HISTORIC FLIGHT SAVANNAH 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. 912-5961962. honorflightsavannah.org.

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

HOSTESS CITY TOASTMASTERS CLUB Toastmasters International is an organization which gives its members the opportunity to develop and improve their public speaking abilities through local club meetings, seminars, and contests.

Regardless of your level of comfort with public speaking, you will find a club that is interested in helping you improve your speaking abilities. Free Tuesdays, 6:15-7:15 p.m. hostesscity.toastmastersclubs.org. bullstreetlabs.com. Bull Street Labs, 2222 Bull St. KNITTERS, NEEDLEPOINT AND CROCHET Meets every Wednesday. Different locations downtown. Call for info. No fees. Want to learn? Join us. ongoing. 912-308-6768.

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

MILITARY ORDER OF THE PURPLE HEART LADIES AUXILIARY Meets the first Saturday of the month at 1:00pm. Call for info. ongoing. 912-7864508. American Legion Post 184, 3003 Rowland Ave. ONE MILLION CUPS Opportunity to polish your pitching skills while networking and making valuable connections. Pitch your idea/business in front of fellow entrepreneurs and get real-time constructive feedback. 2222 Bull Street, weekly Wednesday 9-10am, no charge, free coffee. www.1millioncups.com/

savannah Wednesdays. bullstreetlabs.com.

Bull Street Labs, 2222 Bull St. 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.

PROOFREADER’S WHISKEY CLUB Membership includes the first whiskey drink free, free monthly private whiskey tastings from various brands, 15% off the member’s bill for the year, and a personalized book card including a list of 75 whiskeys in each chapter in the DeSoto library. Library series meetings will be the last Thursday of every month and include one free guest pass per member for the year. They will pick a book from the Edgar’s P&P library to hold their personalized book card which will be used to keep track of their progress on the whiskey list. $50 ongoing. eventbrite. com/e/proofreaders-whiskey-clubtickets-42943991635. proofsavannah.com.

Edgar’s Proof and Provision, 15 E. Liberty St. R.U.F.F. - RETIREES UNITED FOR THE FUTURE RUFF meets the last Friday of each month at 10am to protect Social Security, Medicare, Medicaid and related senior issues. Parking in the rear. Free to all Seniors ongoing. 912344-5127. Savannah Tree Foundation, 3025 Bull Street.

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

SAVANNAH BREWERS’ LEAGUE Meets 1st Wednesday of the month, 7:30pm at Moon River Brewing Co. Call or see website for info. ongoing. 912-447-0943. hdb.org. moonriverbrewing.com/. Moon River Brewing Co., 21 West Bay St. THE SAVANNAH CHINESE CORNER The Savannah Chinese Corner welcomes anyone interested in Mandarin language or Chinese culture. Meets every Saturday morning from 10 am to noon. Check the Facebook group to see meeting location. ongoing. facebook.com/groups/ SavannahChineseCorner. Downtown Savannah, downtown.

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

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

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

Downtown Savannah, downtown.

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

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

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

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

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

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

SAVANNAH SACRED HARP SINGERS Savannah Sacred Harp Singers welcome you to join our monthly community singing on the second Saturday of the month from 2-4pm at Ferguson Avenue Baptist Church.

Sacred Harp is an American tradition of singing hymns in four part harmony. No particular religious affiliation is required or endorsed. All are welcome. No experience necessary. ongoing. Ferguson Avenue Baptist Church, 10050 Ferguson Ave. 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 D. 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.

SCAD DAILY TOURS SCAD offers tours in Savannah, Atlanta and Hong Kong for prospective students and their families. Tours are available daily, excluding Sundays, in Savannah, Atlanta, and Hong Kong. Tours allow prospective students an opportunity to view classrooms and administrative buildings, galleries, residence halls and dining facilities and see where our students live, learn and prepare for professional careers. Free MondaysSaturdays. scad.edu/admission/visit-scad/ daily-tours. scad.edu/. Savannah College of Art and Design, PO Box 2072.

VIETNAM VETERANS OF AMERICA CHAPTER 671 Meets second Monday of each month, 7pm, at the American Legion Post 135, 1108 Bull St. ongoing. 912-656-6818. jsphmtler@ gmail.com. vvasav.com.

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

CONCERTS

ABBEY ROAD LIVE’S WHITE ALBUM ANNIVERSARY SHOW In 1968, The Beatles were at the top of their game. They had ushered in rock’s psychedelic era with their groundbreaking Sgt Pepper album., and successfully completed the transition from mop-

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topped pop superstars to sophisticated songwriters. Meanwhile their musical output was growing more prolific. $20 Fri., Nov. 9, 8 p.m. 912-472-4790. tybeeposttheater. showare.com/. tybeeposttheater.org. Tybee Post Theater, 10 Van Horne.

KRIS KRISTOFFERSON & THE STRANGERS Heralded as an artist’s artist and a legend of the stage and screen, singer-songwriter Kris Kristofferson will give an intimate performance at The Lucas, joined by special guest members of the Merle Haggard band on November 13, 2018. There will be no opening support act. The show is sponsored

by Bud Light and produced by Six String Southern Productions. Tickets are reserved seating and go on sale to the public on Fri., August 17 at 10 a.m. and will be available for purchase by phone at 912-525-5050, online at savannahboxoffice.com and the Savannah Box Office. $35-$65 Tue., Nov. 13, 8-10:30 p.m. 912-525- 5050. sarah@ sixstringsouthern.com. facebook.com/ events/264062657742635/. lucastheatre. com. Lucas Theatre for the Arts, 32 Abercorn St. RAY LAMONTAGNE Grammy Award winning singer/songwriter Ray LaMontagne returns to the stage on his Just Passing Through acoustic tour, highlighting songs from his vast and varying body of work. Joining Ray on the tour will be John Stirratt from Wilco on bass. Tue., Nov. 13, 7:30 p.m. savannahcivic.com. savannahcivic.com. Johnny Mercer Theatre,

301 West Oglethorpe Ave. SAVANNAH CHILDREN’S CHOIR: VETERANS DAY CONCERT The season opens with a special salute to the 100th anniversary of the end of World War 1. Free Sun., Nov. 11, 3 p.m. mightyeighth.org/. Mighty Eighth Air Force Museum, 175 Bourne Ave. SAVANNAH MUSIC FESTIVAL 2019 SEASON KICKOFF CONCERT William Bell and Jontavious Willis perform at the festival lineup announcement. $30 Fri., Nov. 9, 7:30 p.m. 912-525-5050. savannahmusicfestival.org. lucastheatre. com. Lucas Theatre for the Arts, 32 Abercorn St. TONY ARATA & AMY RAY Fri., Nov. 9, 7:30 p.m. averittcenterforthearts. org. Averitt Center for the Arts, 33 East Main St.

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EVENTS

100 BLACK MEN OF SAVANNAH GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING The 100 Black Men of Savannah host a general membership meeting. To join or for more information, contact events@100blackmensav.org. free to attend second Tuesday of every month, 6 p.m.

Nancy N. and J.C. Lewis Cancer & Research Pavilion, 225 Reynolds Ave. THE BIG FAKE WEDDING SAVANNAH As seen on The TODAY Show, The Big Fake Wedding is a bridal show alternative complete with a ceremony, food and drinks and a dance party reception. The events CONTINUES ON P. 42

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1 Take in or on 6 Speed trap device 11 May follower, sometimes 14 Car wash machine 15 Napoleon’s punishment 16 Bed-In for Peace participant 17 Start of a quote from Larry J. Sabato 20 ___ of iniquity 21 Rust, for instance 22 ___ Stix (powdered candy) 23 “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough,” e.g.

24 Indigenous Peoples’ Day mo.

26 They’re supposedly thwarted by captchas 29 List that may be laminated 31 ___ in “elephant” 34 “And while ___ the subject ...”

35 Shady political operative 36 “The Ballad of Peter Pumpkinhead” band 37 Middle of the quote 41 Pompousness 42 Greek column style 43 Elvis’s middle name, on his birth certificate 44 “Baker Street” instrument 45 Gets a look at 46 Corn husk contents 48 “Uh-huh”

49 Is down with the sickness, maybe 50 “Be kind to animals” org.

53 Braking method in skating that forms a letter shape 55 “Just ___ suspected!”

58 End of the quote 62 Mode or carte preceder 63 Fundamental principle 64 Wheel shafts 65 Animator Avery 66 Where ballots get stuffed 67 “Law & Order” actor Jeremy

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1 Blown away 2 “Take Five” pianist Brubeck 3 Farm team 4 Part of ppm 5 Audition 6 Started anew, as a candle 7 Canceled 8 Dungeons & Dragons equipment 9 Key below X, on some keyboards 10 Camping gear retailer 11 “Both Sides Now” singer Mitchell 12 Alternative to Windows 13 Apt to pry 18 Former partners 19 Vote (for) 23 Not half-baked?

24 Lacking height and depth, for short 25 Sidewalk edge 26 Lyft transactions, e.g.

27 Symbol of resistance?

28 Injection also used for migraines 29 Small versions, sometimes 30 CEO, e.g.

31 Movie crowd member 32 “The Road to Mecca” playwright Fugard 33 Play fragment 35 “OK, whatever” 38 “___ to vote, sir!” (palindrome mentioned in Weird Al’s “Bob”) 39 Bar Bart barrages with crank calls 40 Thanksgiving side dish 46 Uruguayan uncles 47 27-Down counterparts 48 Talk endlessly 49 Supercollider particles 50 Slight fight 51 Former Minister of Sport of Brazil 52 Cajole 53 Candy bar now sold with “left” and “right” varieties 54 Espadrille, for one 55 Belt-hole makers 56 Bird feeder block 57 ___ facto 59 Study space?

60 Endo’s opposite 61 ___Clean (product once pitched by Billy Mays)

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allow our “wedding guests” (brides-andgrooms-to-be) to experience wedding vendors in action as they witness a local couple renew their vows in an emotional ceremony and as they participate in an overthe-top wedding reception. $25 Wed., Nov. 7. hello@thebigfakewedding.com. Tybee Island Wedding Chapel, 1114 U.S. Hwy. 80.

BRIGHTER DAY’S 40TH ANNIVERSARY Independent, locally owned natural foods market, Brighter Day, celebrates 40 years of providing Savannah with healthy food, organic produce and high-quality supplements. The public is invited to join the staff of Brighter Day along with community groups, store vendors and friends at the American Legion for an afternoon of health demos, lectures, cooking classes and cake.

Thu., Nov. 8, 2-8 p.m. American Legion Ballroom, 1108 Bull St. Savannah.

CONTRA DANCE Come join in the fun of contra and squares and a couple of waltzes. Joyce Murlless and Bob Beattie will teach and prompt the dancing. Glow in the Dark String Band will play tunes in ‘old time music style’.

NEWCOMERS WELCOMED, Easy to learn, no experience or partner needed, two left feet accepted, come early for beginner lesson, casual dress, teens and up. Friendly and alcohol free setting. $9 / 6 for members or students Sat., Nov. 10, 7:30-10:30 p.m.

912-826-6504. d79vincent@gmail.com. savannahfolk.org. Garden City United Methodist Church, 62 Varnedoe Ave. DRINKS AFTER WORK This group is for people that enjoy getting out mid-week, being social after work, and want to discover new places in the downtown Savannah area. Come have a cocktail, make new friends, and get over the hump. The group will meet on Wednesdays at various establishments throughout Downtown Savannah and nearby area. http://www.meetup.com/Drinksafter-work/ https://www.facebook.com/ groups/960991837322187/ Wednesdays, 7 p.m. drinksafterworksavannah@gmail. com. meetup.com/Drinks-after-work/ events/227656080/. distillerysavannah. com. The Distillery, 416 W. Liberty St. THE EXCHANGE CLUB OF SAVANNAH In a rut? The Exchange Club of Savannah welcomes men and women like you to support, serve and encourage the best teachers, students, firefighters, crime fighters, leaders and organizations in our community. Check us out at savannahexchange.org or find us on Facebook. Mondays, noon. 912-441-6559. ddewitt30@yahoo.com. Savannahexchange. org. Exchange Club of Savannah, 4801 Meding Street.

FREE ADMISSION DAY Visit the historic fort for free. Sun., Nov. 11, 9 a.m. nps.gov/fopu/. Fort Pulaski National Monument, Cockspur Island.

GEORGIA HISTORICAL SOCIETY PRESENTS DAVID W. BLIGHT Please join us on for a special program with Dr. David W. Blight at the Savannah debut of his new book, Frederick Douglass: Prophet of Freedom. The evening will feature a discussion between Dr. Blight and the Georgia Historical Society’s Dr. 42 Stan Deaton about Blight’s groundbreaking

new biography of Frederick Douglass, and Douglass’s role in American history.

Free Thu., Nov. 8, 7-8 p.m. 912-6512125. pmeagher@georgiahistory.com. georgiahistory.com/events/an-eveningwith-david-blight/. wesleymonumental. org/. Wesley Monumental United Methodist Church, 429 Abercorn St. HISTORICAL WALKING TOURS WITH SAVANNAH TOURS AND TALES True tales of the Irish Americans, African Americans, and Native Americans of Savannah’s past. Join KT O’Brien, a native Savannahian, for a leisurely stroll through the serene squares of Savannah.

Frequent stops for seats and refreshments available. Reservations required for tours daily at 10:30am and 8:00pm 2hours $30. Private tours upon request. ongoing. savannahtoursandtales@gmail.com.

HORIZONS SAVANNAH 2018 GRAB A BAG FOR KIDS New for 2018, the event will host pop-up shops from Kendra Scott and Charleston Shoe Company with a portion of the sales benefiting Horizons. Featured bags includes gently-used vintage and new designer handbags, bags from new local designer Garland Bags, clutches, evening bags, totes, beach bags and leather backpacks. A silent auction will kick off the event at 11 a.m. with lunch being served at noon. The tickets are $35 per person or $350 for a table of 10. Fri., Nov. 9, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. 912-961-8854. info@ horizonssavannah.org. horizonssavannah. org. thesavannahgolfclub.com/. The Savannah Golf Club, 1661 President St. KINGDOM BUSINESS NETWORKING ALLIANCE Our mission is to Grow, Encourage, Inspire, Ignite & Equip Christian Business owners on how to do business with a Kingdom mindset. We promote and celebrate excellence in the business arena while developing the future generations of leaders through Christian values, disciplines, honor, integrity and expression of skills. Register early before the event closes out and please share this event by inviting a guest. Free first Wednesday of every month, 7:30-9 a.m. 912-257-6248. info@kbnalliance.com. kbnalliance.com/. Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Savannah Airport - Pooler, 103 San Drive.

MAD ENCHANTMENT: CLAUDE MONET AND THE PAINTING OF THE WATER LILIES Claude Monet’s Water Lilies offer images of great beauty and tranquility. These canvases were created at a time of great sorrow and anxiety as Monet struggled with old age, ill health and self-doubt, and as France plunged into the horrors of WWII. This illustrated lecture, by Ross King, will tell the full story, personal and historical, behind the painting of these icons of 20th Century art.

This event is in collaboration with the Telfair Academy Guild. Lecture and luncheon, $75; lecture only, $35 Wed., Nov. 7, 10:30 a.m.1:30 p.m. telfair.org/monet-matisse. telfair. org/jepson/. Jepson Center for the Arts, 207 West York St. MINI CHRISTMAS MARKET Join the Edgewood Travel team for our very own Christmas Market featuring local crafts, art, goodies, and of course glühwein. This is a great time to support

local vendors and check some items off your Christmas list. FREE Sat., Nov. 10, 2-4 p.m. 912-351-0570. mjw@edgewoodtravel. com. edgewoodtravel.com/nov-10-minichristmas-market.html. Edgewood Travel, 115 East Broad Street.

NIGHTLY SPIRITS GHOST TOUR Explore haunted bars, haunted buildings, and Savannah’s oldest area, all while having time to enjoy some tasty beverages along the way. Step back in time to the 1700’s to explore the parts of Savannah that most only dare to talk about. You’ll hear tales about the dead that haven’t quite moved on, visit some of the most haunted places in the city and get to know the spirits that haunt the locals…and the places that the locals haunt. $20 Fridays, Saturdays, 8:30 p.m. nightlyspirits.com/savannah-ghosttours/. savannahtaphouse.com. Savannah Taphouse, 125 E. Broughton St. THE ORIGINAL MIDNIGHT TOUR One of the spookiest tours in town. Learn about the untold stories of some of the most haunted locations here in Savannah Georgia. Guaranteed to give you a few goose bumps and an unexplained need for a night light. 33.00 ongoing. 1-866-666-3323.

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

REMEMBERING THE OTRANTO The Tybee Island Historic Preservation Commission commemorates the 100th anniversary of the tragic sinking of the H.M.S. Otranto, the single greatest loss of life in troop transport during World War I. Sat., Nov. 10, 2 p.m. tybeeposttheater.org.

Tybee Post Theater, 10 Van Horne.

SAVANNAH STORYTELLERS Tall tales and fun times with the classic art of storytelling. Every Wednesday at 6pm.

Reservations encouraged by calling 912349-4059. Wednesdays, 6 p.m. liveoakstore. com/tubbysthunderbolt. Tubby’s Tank House (Thunderbolt), 2909 River Dr. SCAD DAILY TOURS SCAD offers tours in Savannah, Atlanta and Hong Kong for prospective students and their families. Tours are available daily, excluding Sundays, and allow prospective students an opportunity to view classrooms and administrative buildings, galleries, residence halls and dining facilities and see where our students live, learn and prepare for professional careers. For more information please visit, https://www. scad.edu/admission/visit-scad/dailytours. ongoing. SCAD Student Center, 120 Montgomery St. SHIRE OF FORTH CASTLE FIGHTER PRACTICE Local chapter of the Society for Creative Anachronism meets Saturdays at Forsyth Park (south end) for fighter practice and general hanging out. For those interested in the Middle Ages and the Renaissance. ongoing. savannahsca.org.

SIXTH SENSE SAVANNAH TOUR In 2002, smashing all of the barriers,the Sixth Sense Savannah tour became the first tour to go well beyond the usual touring areas and subject matter, starting in a neighborhood, where locals, family, friends, chose to share their personal ghost stories, exclusively with the company founder.

30.00 Every 55 days, 9:30 p.m. 9122920960.

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

SMART COOKIES: HOW WOMEN HAVE CHANGED THE WORLD WITH FOOD During this leisurely, after hours tour of the Juliette Gordon Low Birthplace, a National Historic Landmark, participants will hear the powerful story of Juliette Gordon Low and how she came to found Girl Scouts—while they taste foods that bring her world to life. These offerings include a dish inspired by her family’s experiences among the indigenous peoples of the Upper Midwest, a World War I–era Girl Scout recipe, and a Southern staple that was served at Girl Scout fundraising dinners in the 1950s. $40 Sat., Nov. 10, 4:15 p.m. juliettegordonlowbirthplace.org/. Juliette Gordon Low Birthplace, 10 East Oglethorpe Ave. SOUTH ISLANDS FARMERS’ AND ARTISANS’ MARKET The South Islands Farmers’ and Artisans’ Market offers a variety of vendors, from vegetables to fine art. Thursdays, 3 p.m.

Higher Ground Baptist Church, 9120 Whitefield Ave. SOUTHBOUND BREWERY SATURDAY TOURS AND TASTES Savannah’s first microbrewery is open for public tours and tastings Wednesday - Fridays from 5:30-7:30 and Saturdays from 2-4. Hang out, have a few cold ones, and learn a little more about Savannah’s first craft brewery. Free Saturdays, 2-4 p.m.

912-335-7716. info@southboundbrewingco. com. southboundbrewingco.com.

Southbound Brewing Company, 107 East Lathrop Ave. TWO HOUR WALKING GHOST TOUR Chilling stories & eerie properties that paved the road to this fascinating title. Pre-colonial ghost history, all the way up to the 21st century. The most complete picture of all of the human psychical and paranormal events that put Savannah on the map as the ghostly city of greatness. Presented by America’s Most Haunted City Tour. ongoing, 9 p.m.

6thsenseworld.com/.

VETERANS DAY WORSHIP SERVICE WITH CHOIR AND ORCHESTRA November 11 is Veterans Day and also the 100th Anniversary of Armistice Day. A 23-piece orchestra will accompany the choir and congregation as we sing hymns of faith to thank God for our country and our veterans. A bell will toll at 11:00 to call us to worship and to remember the 116,516 American men and women who died in WWI. All are welcome. Free Sun., Nov. 11, 11 a.m.-noon. 912-2320191. monica@wesleymonumental. org. wesleymonumental.org. wesleymonumental.org/. Wesley Monumental United Methodist Church, 429 Abercorn St. WILMINGTON ISLAND FARMERS’ MARKET The Wilmington Island Farmers’ Market (WIFM) is a non-profit organization that provides Wilmington Island and adjacent islands’ residents with locally grown produce, baked goods, natural skincare solutions and a variety of artisan creations. Free Saturdays, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. wifarmersmarket@aol.com.

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Islands High School, $5 donation November’s performers are 170 Whitemarsh Road.Johnson.. first Melanie Mirande Island and Jason Friday of every month, 7:30 p.m. 912-401FESTIVALS 1900. patmooneylcsw@bellsouth.net.

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confidence. Beginner Classes are open to all shapes and sizes and are for ladies only (men welcome at our Intermediate Class). $25 for drop-in or $100 for a package of 5 classes Tuesdays, 8-9 p.m. 801.673.6737. info@firstcityfitness.com. firstcityfitness. com/pole-fitnessparties.html. First City Fitness, 2127 1/2 Victory Dr. BLUE WATER YOGA Community donation-based classes, Tues. and Thurs., 5:45pm - 7:00pm.

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Catherine Mulligan teaches this vinyasa flow yoga class in efforts to raise money for local charities in the Savannah community. The class is heated, candlelit, and set to upbeat music. Charities are rotating and chosen based on feedback from the students who show up. $8 Thursdays. The HUB Savannah, 4505 Habersham St. COMMUNITY TAI CHI Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese martial art tradition that is now practiced as a graceful form of exercise, performed in a slow, focused manner and accompanied by deep breathing. All of the exercises are performed from a standing position, so please wear shoes which are comfortable

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FREE WILL ASTROLOGY ARIES (March 21-April 19)

In 1994, Aries pop diva Mariah Carey collaborated with an associate to write the song “All I Want For Christmas Is You.” It took them 15 minutes to finish it.

Since then it has generated $60 million in royalties. I wish I could unconditionally predict that you, too, will efficiently spawn a valuable creation sometime soon.

Current planetary alignments do indeed suggest that such a development is more possible than usual. But because I tend to be conservative in my prophecies, I won’t guarantee anything close to the $60-million figure. In fact, your reward may be more spiritual in nature than financial.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20)

An interactive post at Reddit.com asked readers to write about “the most underrated feeling of all time.” One person said, “When you change the sheets on your bed.” Another extolled “the feeling that comes when you pay all your bills and you’ve still got money in the bank.” Others said, “dancing under the rain,” “physical contact like a pat on the back when you’re really touch starved,” and “listening to a song for the first time and it’s so good you just can’t stop smiling.” I bring this to your attention, Taurus, because I suspect that the next two weeks will bring you a flood of these pleasurable underrated feelings.

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GEMINI (May 21-June 20)

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“Beer makes you feel the way you ought to feel without beer,” wrote Gemini author Henry Lawson. Do you have any methods for making yourself feel like you’ve drunk a few beers that don’t involve drinking a few beers? If not, I highly recommend that you find at least one. It will be especially important in the coming weeks for you to have a way to alter, expand, or purify your consciousness without relying on literal intoxicants or drugs. The goal: to leave your groove before it devolves into a rut.

CANCER (June 21-July 22)

Study the following five failed predictions.

1. “There is no likelihood man can ever tap the power of the atom.” —Robert Miliham,

Nobel Laureate in Physics, 1923. 2. “This ‘telephone’ has too many shortcomings to be seriously considered as a means of communication. The device is inherently of no value to us.” —Western Union internal memo, 1876. 3. “Rail travel at high speeds is not possible because passengers, unable to breathe, would die of asphyxia.”

–Dionysius Lardner, scientist, 1830. 4.

“There is no reason anyone would want a computer in their home.” —Ken Olson, president of Digital Equipment Corporation, 1977. 5. “Most Cancerians will never overcome their tendencies toward hypersensitivity, procrastination, and fear of success.” —Lanira Kentsler, astrologer, 2018. (P.S. What you do in the next 12 months could go a long way toward permanently refuting the last prediction.)

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22)

German scientists have created cochlear implants for gerbils that have been genetically modified, enabling the creatures to “listen” to light. The researchers’ work is ultimately dedicated to finding ways to improve the lives of people with hearing impairments. What might be the equivalent of you gaining the power to “hear light”? I understand that you might resist thinking this way. “That makes no sense,” you may protest, or “There’s no practical value in fantasizing about such an impossibility.” But I hope you’ll make the effort anyway. In my view, stretching your imagination past its limits is the healing you need most right now. I also think that doing so will turn out to be unexpectedly practical.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

Here’s useful wisdom from the poet Rumi.

“Our defects are the ways that glory gets manifested,” he said. “Keep looking at the bandaged place. That’s where the light enters you.” Playwright Harrison David Rivers interprets Rumi’s words to mean, “Don’t look away from your pain, don’t disengage from it, because that pain is the source of your power.” I think these perspectives are just what you need to meditate on, Virgo. To promote even more healing in you, I’ll add a further clue from

com. thestudiosav.net/. The STUDIO, 2805-B Lacy Ave. FIT4MOM SAVANNAH STROLLER STRIDES A group of moms that meet with strollers and workout at Savannah Mall, Daffin Park and on occasion Hull Park. Also offer HIIT Classes to other Moms who have any age children. The HIIT program is a kid free program. 1 hour long stroller based workout with kiddos. Moms- Pre and Post Natal, and kids of stroller age. Savannah Mall (M,W,F). Daffin Park (T,Th), Hull Park (Sat) ongoing. ashleyyoungblood@fit4mom.com. savannah.fit4mom.com. Daffin Park, 1198 Washington Ave.

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poet Anna Kamienska: “Where your pain is, there your heart lies also.” (P.S. Rumi is translated by Coleman Barks; Kamienska

by Clare Cavanagh.)

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

Artist David Hockney is proud of how undemanding he is toward his friends and associates. “People tell me they open my e-mails first,” he says, “because they aren’t demands and you don’t need to reply. They’re simply for pleasure.” He also enjoys giving regular small gifts. “I draw flowers every day and send them to my friends so they get fresh blooms.”

Hockney seems to share the perspective expressed by author Gail Godwin, who writes, “How easy it was to make people happy, when you didn’t want or need anything from them.” In accordance with astrological omens, Libra, I suggest you have fun employing these approaches in the coming weeks.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

I am not currently a wanderer or voyager or entrepreneur or swashbuckler. But at other times in my life, I have had extensive experience with those roles. So I know secrets about how and why to be a wanderer and voyager and entrepreneur and swashbuckler. And it’s clear to me that in the coming weeks you could benefit in unforeseen ways from researching and embodying the roles of curious wanderer and brave voyager and savvy entrepreneur and prudent swashbuckler.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

“The best thing one can do when it is raining is let it rain.” That brilliant formulation came from poet Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. Does it seem so obvious as to not need mentioning? Bear with me while I draw further meaning from it, and suggest you use it as an inspiring metaphor in the coming weeks. When it rains, Sagittarius, let it rain; don’t waste time and emotional energy complaining about the rain. Don’t indulge in fruitless fantasizing about how you might stop the rain and how you’d love to stop the rain. In fact, please refrain from defining the rain

as a negative event, because after all, it is perfectly natural, and is in fact crucial for making the crops grow and replenishing our water supply. (P.S. Your metaphorical “rain” will be equally useful.)

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

“Every true love and friendship is a story of unexpected transformation,” writes activist and author Elif Shafak. “If we are the same person before and after we loved, that means we haven’t loved enough.” I bring this to your attention because you’re in a phase when your close alliances should be activating healing changes in your life. If for some reason your alliances are not yet awash in the exciting emotions of redemption and reinvention, get started on instigating experimental acts of intimacy.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

I suspect you will be an especially arousing influence in the coming weeks. You may also be inspiring and disorienting, with unpredictable results. How many transformations will you unleash? How many expectations will you dismantle?

How many creative disruptions will you induce in the midst of the daily grind?

I hesitate to underestimate the messy beauty you’ll stir up or the rambunctious gossip you’ll provoke. In any case, I plan to be richly amused by your exploits, and I hope everyone else will be, as well. For best results, I will pray to the Goddess of Productive Fun, begging Her to ensure that the commotions and uproars you catalyze will be in service to love and kindness.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)

Gonzo journalist Hunter S. Thompson wasn’t always a wild and crazy writer.

Early in his career he made an effort to compose respectable, measured prose.

When he finally gave up on that project and decided he could “get away with” a more uninhibited style, he described it as being “like falling down an elevator shaft and landing in a pool full of mermaids.”

I foresee a metaphorically comparable development in your future, Pisces.

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GLUTE CAMP WITH KAYLA All classes are included in membership and day passes. Please contact gym for more information. Fridays, 12:30 p.m. Fitness on Broughton, 1 E. Broughton St. DUDE’S DAY AT SAVANNAH CLIMBING COOP Thursdays, 2 til 10 p.m. Savannah Climbing Coop 302 W Victory Dr, Savannah Every Thursday men climb for half price, $5. See website for info. Thursdays, 2 & 10 p.m.

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LINE DANCE Line dance class teaches basic instructions, coordination, and dance combinations, to the rhythm of different styles of music. Line Dancing is exercise for the body & mind, and is a fun way to dance socially without a partner. Dancing styles covered in this class include Country Western, Swing, Salsa, Tango, Cha Cha, Waltz & more. $10 Wednesdays, 6-7:45 p.m. 912-233-1951. wbsymcagardener@westbroadstreetymca. org. westbroadstreetymca.org. YMCA-West Broad St, 1110 May St. LIVING SMART FITNESS CLUB St. Joseph’s/Candler African-American Health Information and Resource Center offer the Living Smart Fitness Club, which is an exercise program to encourage healthy lifestyle changes. On Mondays and Wednesdays the classes are held at the John S. Delaware Center. On Tuesdays, the classes are held at the center, at 1910 Abercorn Street. Classes include Zumba (Tuesdays) and Hip-Hop low impact aerobics with cardio and strengthening exercises (Mondays/Wednesdays).

Mondays, Wednesdays, 6:30-7:30 p.m. and Tuesdays, 5:30-7 p.m. 912-447-6605.

Delaware Recreation Center, 1815 Lincoln St. PILATES CLASSES Daily classes for all skill levels including beginners. Private and semi-private classes by appointment. Carol Daly-Wilder, certified instructor. Call or see website for info. ongoing. 912-238-0018. savannahpilates. com. pilatessavannah.com/. Momentum Pilates Studio, 8413 Rerguson Ave. POWER YOGA This is an hour of stretching your mind and body to become one, and a reset in the middle of the work week. Come experience the endless possibilities as you take yourself to the next level with Mahogany. $10 Wednesdays, 8-9 a.m. 912-233-1951. wbsymcagardener@westbroadstreetymca. org. westbroadstreetymca.org. YMCA-West Broad St, 1110 May St. PRANA YOGA Prana Yoga is a practice that integrates breathing techniques and chakra sounds into the yoga. Come experience a deep sense of grounding, learn to be present, and develop your center, passion, strength, compassion, creativity, intuition, and light. $10 Mondays, 6:45-8 p.m. 912-233-1951. wbsymcagardener@westbroadstreetymca. org. westbroadstreetymca.org. YMCA-West Broad St, 1110 May St. RENAGADE WORKOUT Free fitness workout, every Saturday, 9:00 am at Lake Mayer Park. For women only.

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LADIES DAY AT SAVANNAH CLIMBING COOP Wednesdays, 2 til 10 p.m. Savannah Climbing Coop 302 W Victory Dr, Savannah Every Wednesday women climb for half price, $5. See website for info. ongoing. 912495-8010. savannahclimbingcoop.com.

SAVANNAH DISC GOLF Weekly events (entry $5) Friday Night Flights: Fridays, 5pm. Luck of the Draw Doubles: Saturdays, 10am.

Handicapped League: Saturdays, 1pm.

Singles at the Sarge: Sundays, 10am.

All skill levels welcome. Instruction available. See website or email for info. ongoing. savannahdiscgolf@gmail.com. savannahdiscgolf.com.

SAVANNAH STRIDERS RUNNING AND WALKING CLUB With a one-year, $35 membership,free training programs for beginners (walkers and runners) and experienced athletes.

Fun runs. Advice from mentors. Monthly meetings with quality speakers. Frequent social events. Sign up online or look for the Savannah Striders Facebook page. ongoing. savystrider.com.

SHIMMY CHIC Shimmy Chic Fitness is an energetic, fun dance workout based on the ancient art of belly dance- with a modern twist.

The class provides calorie-burning and muscle-toning moves, along with increased flexibility, grace, and sense of self. No dance experience necessary. Shimmy Chic provides fun & repetitive routines suitable for all fitness levels. Please wear comfortable workout clothes and sneakers (you do not have to show your stomach).

Open to all ages and fitness levels. $10 Thursdays, 5:45-6:45 p.m. 912-233-1951. wbsymcagardener@westbroadstreetymca. org. westbroadstreetymca.org. YMCA-West Broad St, 1110 May St. SLIDERS WITH KAYLA All classes are included in membership and day passes. Please contact gym for more information. Wednesdays, 12:30 p.m.

Fitness on Broughton, 1 E. Broughton St. TIMED INTERVAL TRAINING WITH KAYLA

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All classes are included in membership and day passes. Please contact gym for more information. Mondays, 12:30 p.m. Fitness on Broughton, 1 E. Broughton St. TRX CIRCUIT TRAINING WITH SHAWN All classes are included in membership and day passes. Please contact gym for more information. Thursdays, 5:30 p.m. Fitness on Broughton, 1 E. Broughton St. TRX FUNCTIONAL TRAINING WITH SHAWN All classes are included in membership and day passes. Please contact gym for more information. Tuesdays, 5:30 p.m. Fitness on Broughton, 1 E. Broughton St. VINYASA YOGA In this vinyasa yoga class you will experience dynamic movements while linking breath, building heat, and endurance.

This class is open to all levels. We will explore each pose with special attention to alignment. This class will be the perfect way to start your week and stay energized. $10 Mondays, 8-9 a.m. 912-233-1951. wbsymcagardener@westbroadstreetymca. org. westbroadstreetymca.org. YMCA-West Broad St, 1110 May St. WEIGHTED WORKOUT A 45 minute, total body workout that includes a 5 minute warm-up and a 5 minute cool-down/stretch. We will use dumbbells and steps to perform compound functional movements to maximize workout time. $10 Tuesdays, 8-9 a.m. 912-233-1951. wbsymcagardener@westbroadstreetymca. org. westbroadstreetymca.org. YMCA-West Broad St, 1110 May St. YOGA FOR CANCER PATIENTS AND SURVIVORS Free for cancer patients and survivors. The classes help with flexibility and balance while also providing relaxation. Located at FitnessOne, on the third floor of the Memorial Outpatient and Wellness Center.

Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m. and Thursdays, 12:45 p.m. 912-350-9031. memorialhealth.com/.

Memorial Health University Medical Center, 4700 Waters Ave. YOGA WITH BIANCA All classes are included in membership and day passes. Please contact gym for more information. Mondays, 6 p.m. Fitness on Broughton, 1 E. Broughton St. YOGA@THELIBRARY The All Levels class meets from 10:30-11:30 and the Chair Yoga class meets from 12:001:00. Tuesdays. Southwest Chatham Library, 14097 Abercorn St. ZUMBA Zumba Fitness is a dance fitness class for everybody and every body! With easy to follow moves, Zumba focuses on a wide variety of Latin and International rhythms.

This hour long class is guaranteed to make you sweat. It’s not a workout, it’s a party. $10 Tuesdays, 5:45-6:45 p.m. 912-233-1951. wbsymcagardener@westbroadstreetymca. org. westbroadstreetymca.org. YMCA-West Broad St, 1110 May St. ZUMBA FITNESS Isn’t lifting weights and running on the treadmill boring? Come join Sheena’s Zumba Fitness class and have fun while burning calories! The class regularly has 75+ participants that know that Sheena

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CLINIC is the best Zumba instructor in Savannah!

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Savannah Dr. Lepeley is an exercise and nutrition Speech and Center, 1206 E 66th educator.

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Ossabaw Island, For more information, call (912) 352-4405.

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

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LIVING: Fully Apts. Ages 40 & better. $170 weekly. No CLEAN, FURNISHED ROOMS FOR deposit. All utilities included.

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