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For more information call 912-472-5045 In case of inclement weather, movies will be shown in the YMCA Gym next to the park

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WEDNESDAY 7.10 Film: Sweeny!

This theatrical spin-off from the popular British TV series of the mid-1970s “The Sweeny,” was never released in the USA in theaters or on any home video format.

It is a slice of hard-boiled police detective action and mayhem presented by the Psychotronic Film Society.

8 p.m.

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

Big Apple Circus THU-SUN

See the cast of Wonder Women, led

by Ringmaster Stephanie Monseu, award-winning aerial duo Desire of Flight, the astonishing quadruple somersault on the flying trapeze, rescue ponies and dogs, acrobats, and so many more wonders.

7 p.m.

Savannah Civic Center, 301 West Oglethorpe Avenue. $6-54 212-257-2330. info@bigapplecircus.com. facebook.com/ events/496870474182754/

Film: Men In Black International

This brand-new spin off to the wildly popular Men in Black action/comedy series has Chris Hemsworth as Agent H teaming up with a woman soon to be known as Agent M. Wed. & Thurs. 3 & 7 p.m., Fri. 7 p.m.

Tybee Post Theater, 10 Van Horne. $8 adults, $5 children 12 and under 912-472-4790. info@tybeeposttheater.org

The 70s Show

Singers, dancers and band pay tribute to the diverse musical styles and pop culture icons of this eclectic decade.

Wed. & Fri. 8 p.m., Sun. 3 p.m.

The Historic Savannah Theatre, 222 Bull St. $39 adults, $19.50 child savannahtheatre.com

WIC Farmers Market

Produce at the farmers market is provided at no cost to WIC clients who present a WIC ID card at the market. The market will remain open on the scheduled days and times until produce runs out.

July 8-11, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

Chatham County Health Department, 1602 Drayton St.

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Theatre: Violet THU-FRI

Savannah Stage Company presents Violet, the multi-award-winning musical that follows a scarred woman who embarks on a cross-country bus trip to be healed by a minister, discovering the true meaning of beauty along the way.

8 p.m.

The Clyde Venue, 223 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd. $18

See the cast of Wonder Women, led by Ringmaster Stephanie Monseu, awardwinning aerial duo Desire of Flight, the astonishing quadruple somersault on the flying trapeze, rescue ponies and dogs, acrobats, and so many more wonders.

Thurs-.Sat. Savannah Civic Center, 301 West Oglethorpe Avenue. $6-54 212-257-2330. facebook.com/ events/496870474182754/

Chatham County Health Department Back-to-School Screening The Chatham County Health Department offers a no-cost vision, hearing, dental,

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and nutrition screening. Students will be seen on a first come, first served basis.

Immunization services will also be available at regular cost.

8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Chatham County Health Department, 1602 Drayton St. 912-356-2441

8 p.m.

The Wormhole, 2307 Bull St. wormholebar.com

Tybee Lighthouse Sunset Tour

Night at the Museum

This afterhours tour gives our guests the opportunity to learn a bit about the history of the historic Tybee Lighthouse, which dates back to 1773, and view the sunset from the top of the tower.

8-9:30 p.m.

Tybee Island Lighthouse, 30 Meddin Ave. $25 912-786-5801. desiree@tybeelighthouse.org

FRIDAY 7.12

Fourth Ward Afro Klezmer Orchestra

It’s Christmas 1183, and King Henry II (Peter O’Toole) is planning to announce his successor to the throne. The jockeying for the crown, though, is complex.

7 p.m.

Lucas Theatre for the Arts, 32 Abercorn St. $5 SCAD Card holders, $8 general admission

The 4th Ward Afro-Klezmer Orchestra, based in Atlanta, Georgia an eight piece jazz ensemble performs original compositions and arrangements merging klezmer music with West-African influenced rhythmic styles.

9 p.m.

El-Rocko Lounge, 117 Whitaker St. Free

Odd Lot Improv: Friday Funnies

Front Porch Improv Comedy

Film: The Lion in Winter

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

8 p.m.

The Loft on Liberty, 215 W. Liberty St. $10 oddlotimprov@gmail.com. oddlot.lol

Sean Patton

Sean Patton has appeared on Conan, Late Night with Jimmy Fallon and more. This event at The Wormhole is part of the “One Night Only” series produced by Derick Marchel.

It’s like a play, but without a script. You’ll laugh, you’ll cry, you’ll laugh at other people crying.

8:30 p.m.

Front Porch Improv at Ghost Coast Distillery, 641 Indian Street. $10, $5 with student ID frontporchimprov.com

Juanita Lolita

Juanita was voted “Best of the Bay” and a finalist for “Florida’s Funniest Person.”

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Guests will tour the historic sanctuary by candlelight, savor free cocktails and hors d’oeuvres, shop a spectacular silent auction, all while enjoying live musical entertainment provided by Merritt SkidmoreSATURDAY 7.13 Hess. All proceeds go towards the preservation of the historic congregation.

Contra Dance 6 p.m.

Congregration Mickve Israel, 20 E. Gordon St. Glow in the Dark String Band will play tunes in old time music style. Come join $40 in the fun of contra and squares and a Savannah Live! couple of waltzes. 7:30 p.m.

2-hour high-energy variety show featurGarden City United Methodist Church, 62 ing award- winning singers, dancers and Varnedoe Ave. band performing 60s, 70s and 80s pop $6 members or students / $9 for others music, rock and roll, Broadway, Motown, 912-826-6504. savannahfolk.org Stomp and comedy.

Film: Cat on a Hot Tin Roof Thurs. & Sat. 8 p.m.

Elizabeth Taylor and Paul Newman The Historic Savannah Theatre, 222 Bull St. team up in Cat on a Hot Tin Roof, the $39 adults, $19.50 child 1958 classic nominated for 6 Academy savannahtheatre.com Awards, including Best Picture.

Theatre: Violet 7 p.m.

Savannah Stage Company presents Trustees Theater, 216 East Broughton St. Violet, the multi-award-winning musical Free for SCAD Card holders, $8 general that follows a scarred woman who admission embarks on a cross-country bus trip to be Forsyth Farmers Market healed by a minister, discovering the true Local and regional produce, honey, meat, meaning of beauty along the way. d Thurs.-Sat. 8 p.m. dairy, pasta, baked goods and other delights. Rain or shine.

The Clyde Venue, 223 Martin Luther King Jr l Blvd.

9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Forsyth Park $18

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You may recently recognize her as a finalist for World Series of Comedy Las Vegas.

8 p.m.

Bay Street Theatre, 1 Jefferson St. savannahcomedyrevue.com

Odd Lot Improv: Saturday Shenanigans

An improv comedy show in the style of “Whose Line Is It Anyway?” Followed by long form comedy.

8 p.m.

The Loft on Liberty, 215 W. Liberty St. $10 oddlotimprov@gmail.com. oddlot.lol

Savannah Art Walk

Explore Savannah’s historic downtown by visiting artists and galleries every second Saturday. second Saturday of every month Hyatt Regency Savannah, 2 West Bay St. savannahartwalk.com

Savannah for Morons: The Trolley Tour

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This comedy show on wheels will roast nearly 300 years of Savannah in a 90minute ride.

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

Visitor’s Information Center, 301 MLK Jr. Blvd.

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Mon — Fri: 11am - 3pm & 4:30pm - 9:00pm Sat: 12pm-3pm & 4:30pm-9:00pm

$33 savannahformorons.com

Tybee Lighthouse Sunrise Tours

This early morning tour gives guests the opportunity to learn a bit about the history of the historic Tybee Lighthouse, which dates back to 1773, and view the sunrise from the top of the tower.

6-7:30 a.m.

Tybee Island Lighthouse, 30 Meddin Ave. $25 912-786-5801. desiree@tybeelighthouse.org

Yoga in the Shade Fundraiser

These donation-based classes will be open to all levels and proceeds will go to Planned Parenthood South East and American Civil Liberties Union of Georgia 10-11 a.m.

Forsyth Park, Drayton St. & East Park Ave. Donations 912-232-2994. savannahyoga.com/ workshops

Zimmer and Rudd Album Release Concert

Jay Rudd and Aaron Paul Zimmer debut their new EP entitled “Zimmer and Rudd, Vol. 1,” a five-song collaboration with new original material written in an exclusive concert at the Post.

8 p.m.

Tybee Post Theater, 10 Van Horne. $15

MONDAY 7.15 Odd Lot Improv: Monday Night Madness

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

8 p.m.

The Loft on Liberty, 215 W. Liberty St. $5 oddlotimprov@gmail.com. oddlot.lol

Tybee Island Farmers Market

Featuring a variety of produce, baked goods, honey, eggs, BBQ, sauces and dressings, popsicles, dog treats and natural body products.

4 p.m.

Tybee Island, Tybee Island. tybeeislandfarmersmarket.com

TUESDAY 7.16 Family Field Trip: Crabbing

Learn all about these amazing animals during a catch-and-release crabbing lesson on the dock behind the UGA Aquarium. Crab traps and bait will be provided. Children age 5 and above are

welcome but must be accompanied by an adult.

10 a.m.-noon UGA Marine Education Center and Aquarium, 30 Ocean Science Circle. $15 912-598-3345. kayla270@uga.edu. gacoast. uga.edu/events

Film: The Human Element

The film explores climate change from the model of the four classical elements and counts humans as the fifth. Followed by a panel discussion on climate change in Coastal Georgia moderated by Cami Sockow of GSU. 6:30 p.m.

The Sentient Bean, 13 E. Park Ave. Free

Painting a Portrait, Growing a Legacy: Interpreting the Life of Juliette Gordon Low

Learn how the Juliette Gordon Low Birthplace interprets Juliette Gordon Low’s life and legacy. noon Savannah City Hall, 2 East Bay Street.

Free and open to the public, but please RSVP lspracher@savannahga.gov

NEWS & OPINION EDITOR’S NOTE

BY JIM MOREKIS

jim@connectsavannah.com

CONFLICTS OF INTEREST are to a certain extent unavoidable in a city the small size of Savannah, where everyone knows everyone else and most people wear several different hats.

The key is transparency.

An episode that played out at last week’s City Council meeting highlighted the issues involved with navigating this particular civic minefield.

By charter, the City of Savannah has a variety of Boards and Commissions which are staffed on a volunteer basis, with nominations approved by the Mayor and Council.

Some of these bodies have more power than others, but they are all a vital part of grassroots democracy.

I heartily recommend that you consider playing a role on them if you think you have something to offer. It’s a great way

Yet, though I wasn’t involved in anything controversial and kept a strict firewall between my dual roles as newspaper editor and Cultural Affairs commissioner, I opted to resign because I wanted to avoid any hint of ethical issues in either role.

As I said, this kind of conundrum is baked in the cake. At some point most truly involved citizens will face similar ethical dilemmas, if they are at all engaged in the community.

A potential conflict of interest is in and of itself not a crime. The problem comes with a lack of transparency and accountability.

At last week’s meeting, three Board and Commission appointments were put on the Council’s consent agenda, i.e., for quick fast-track approval along with other items.

One appointment was relatively controversy-free: Nominating Lisa B. Watson to serve on the Historic Sites and Monuments Commission.

Watson is a perfect fit for that body, and her appointment is a no-brainer and a big win for the community.

The unusual triple recusal prompted laughter and caused Alderman Van Johnson to say, “Maybe this is something that shouldn’t be on the consent agenda, because we had three conflicts of interest just on that.”

Alderman Tony Thomas jumped on the recusals, using them as further proof of his repeated allegations of cronyism by Mayor Eddie DeLoach – Carol Bell and Brian Foster being close political allies of the mayor.

“Maybe you and your clique discussed this, but [the rest of Council] did not discuss this,” Thomas said angrily. “This is another one of your scams, Eddie.”

Thomas continued his comments under his breath, caught on a hot mic: “It’s a damn scam is what it is…. They were trying to scam that one... they got busted.”

Ordinarily, I would say that trying to address these types of ethical dilemmas are just part of the price one pays for taking part in a democracy.

In the case of a vital board with vast financial responsibility, however, the public interest is served best by erring on the

“Maybe you and your clique discussed this, but [the rest of Council] did not discuss this,” Tony Thomas said angrily.

“This is another one of your scams, Eddie.” to take part in local civic life without the hassles and acrimony of running for public office.

A while back, I served two terms on the Cultural Affairs Commission, whose main task is making recommendations to the City Manager on which local arts organizations should receive City funding, and in what amounts.

My nomination to that commission was approved by then-Mayor Otis Johnson without objection, despite my role in the media as an occasional critic of his administration.

I tried to return Johnson’s trust by staying as objective as possible in helping to be a good steward of tax dollars as well as an advocate for arts and culture.

I’ll always be grateful to former Mayor Johnson for his nod, as well as for his demonstrated and generous commitment to supporting the arts in Savannah — which as we’ve seen lately, is by no means a given in City government.

My tenure on the Cultural Affairs Commission was deeply rewarding and informative, and helped me to be a better citizen as well as a better journalist.

The other two nominations were more problematic, and involved a very important board: The Downtown Savannah Authority.

The DSA approves bond issues for extremely expensive public works projects, such as the $50 million parking garages going up at Eastern Wharf and at Plant Riverside.

One appointment was to give Joseph Bell another term on the DSA. Another appointment was to give Alderman Brian Foster his first four-year term on the DSA. Mr. Bell is a relative of sitting Alderwoman Carol Bell. And while Brian Foster is declining to run for reelection to City Council, in my opinion it does raise a bit of a red flag that he would be appointed while still holding a seat on Council.

Perhaps most significantly, Foster, a big proponent of bond issues, would replace Chuck Feagain, who during his tenure on DSA has been essentially the only member to routinely scrutinize the reasons for bond issues.

Both Carol Bell and Brian Foster recused themselves from the vote, as did Alderman Bill Durrence for being related to a nominee.

side of caution.

While one can certainly differ with Tony Thomas’s choice of words and even his motives, it seems that in this case he was essentially right in questioning the close ties of the DSA nominees with current City Council members — recusals or no recusals.

Realistically, you will never be able to completely eliminate conflicts of interest in local government. Our city, especially, is just to small for this to be practical.

But when you’re talking about such vast sums of money and public indebtedness, the public good is served by using the highest possible standards to avoid such conflicts.

Maintaining a democracy is a constant, unending struggle. Frequent debates over ethical questions are a feature of democracy, not a bug.

The day that conflicts of interest are truly no longer an issue is the day that tyranny arrives.

The best we can do is strive for transparency, and hold those in power accountable.

CS

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would not accommodate him, we would have applied to Woodville Tompkins and Savannah Arts Academy. However, he was removed from the lottery for Woodville

BY JENNY MCCORD Thompkins based on the seat he was given in the Junior Achievement 3DE program.)

I SPEND a lot of time advocating for betOn April 29, after the lottery was comter public schools for the 38,000 students pleted, the Assistant Principal from Savanin Chatham County. Over the last two nah High contacted us to let us know that months, I rediscovered why I started on our son was the only child who had comthis path: The systemic barriers put in pleted 9th grade core classes who enrolled in the program and as such, he would not place to keep families from accessing an be able to attend Junior Achievement adequate public education for their chilbecause he would have three empty peridren, the gaslighting and incompetence ods throughout each day. from the administration, and unwillingShe said they discovered the issue when ness by the Board of Education to help parents dealing with a hostile administration. a staff member whose son attends the STEM Academy pointed out that those I tell this story knowing it belongs to students would have completed 9th grade only one family, but I trust you know it is core classes before attending high school. one of many similar stories.

The Assistant Principal told me, “You’ll In December 2018, 8th grade students from The STEM Academy were put on a have to find another program for your son bus and taken to see the newly created to attend.”

Junior Achievement 3DE program at How is it possible that it took a schoolSavannah High. Our son was very excited level employee until April 29 to realize and decided that was where he wanted to this would be an issue when we specifically attend high school. mentioned it to those in charge twice — As a follow-up, my husband and I went to once at the Open House and once before an Open House where we spoke to adminsigning up for the lottery? istrators, executives, and district leaders I know what you’re all thinking: The about the program, how well it would fit solution to this is easy. Due to lack of forewith STEM’s model, and whether it would sight and poor planning by administrabe the natural next step for those students. tors, all the district has to do to fix this is to From there, we did our due diligence. enroll the child in the school they decided We were assured the foreign language was their second choice. requirement our son completed at STEM But they refuse to do so. I’ve been told, would be accepted, and that the cohort of “We do not place students in Choice students with accelerated needs would be Schools.” However, the district has offered accommodated within the program. to place my son in the Johnson IB Program We entered our son into the lottery with (a choice school) or send him for half-days his first choice of Junior Achievement 3DE at Woodville Tompkins as compensation at Savannah High and the second choice for their error. of Woodville Tompkins. (Had we known Neither of these two options is satisfacthe Junior Achievement 3DE program tory because Johnson would force three

additional years of foreign language on my son, despite promises made by the district that foreign language requirements completed at STEM would be honored as High School credits and fulfill the language requirement.

How is this fiscally responsible? The district has robbed our family of fair participation in the lottery process and the opportunity for my son to attend the school of his choice.

We were promised Junior Achievement 3DE would be a good fit. It was actively marketed to our son and his peers at the STEM Academy.

Why did the district solicit STEM Academy students if the program would be unable to accommodate them? Why were these issues not caught long before targeting and soliciting STEM students?

Our family followed all of the rules. Had we been informed of this oversight prior to the lottery, as we should have been, our choices would have been different.

We know the lottery is no guarantee of getting a seat in a choice program, but my child wasn’t even given a chance.

I have asked the Board of Education to develop a policy to ensure placement for students adversely affected by administration error. They are refusing to act.

The Ga. Department of Education told me that parents are the ones who hold the local administration accountable. I don’t understand why this falls to the parents or why the state agency whose job it is to oversee local education units can’t do this.

I urge you to ask your state legislators why “local control” trumps accountability.

I’m not looking for perfection, but the system needs to address errors as they arise. Parents need to stand together to say treatment like this is unacceptable. CS

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The road to Tybee just got a bit more friendly to cyclists

BY JOHN BENNETT

john@bikewalksavannah.org

A resurfacing project on US Highway 80 between Savannah and Tybee Island replaced shoulder-spanning rumble strips with rumble stripes, making the roadway friendlier for people on bikes. However, even with the improvements, only the most confident cyclists will feel comfortable riding on the causeway and crossing the bridges.

and look forward to continuing working with them on projects that will improve transportation options around the region.”

Jim Sayer, executive director of the Adventure Cycling Association, has seen the positive impacts of making islands like Tybee reachable via bicycle. Founded in 1973 and based in Missoula, Montana, ACA is the leading bicycle travel organization in North America and has more than 50,000 members.

“In my experience, barrier islands are natural tourism destinations and, treated right, they are perfect bike travel destinations — almost always flat and beautiful,” he said.

“When you build the right road or trail access facility, you can count on seeing a boost in daily bike tourism and even multiday, as people will change their itinerary to find desirable pedaling places.”

And he’s not just speaking from an academic perspective. He’s lived it.

“I just rode the Atlantic Coast from Maine to Key West and visited countless barrier islands,” Sayer said. “Most were hard for an inexperienced cyclist to access due to poor road design. But the ones that were easier? I’ll remember them always.”

Replacement of the bridges with new designs that include protected lanes for biking and walking, along with even wider shoulders, and improvements to the McQueen’s Island trail would certainly make a bike ride to Tybee pleasantly memorable.

Unfortunately, funding for the project remains about $100 million short.

In the meantime, however, Brown said the recent improvements on the causeway illustrate the potential of resurfacing projects to deliver bicycling safety

improvements at little to no cost.

“This project is a perfect example of changes that can be made simply by narrowing the width of a rumble strip and moving lines of paint,” Brown said.

A prime candidate for similar treatment is 52nd Street between the Truman Parkway and Skidaway Road. Sections of the street have undulations not unlike hardened lava flows, indicating a resurfacing is needed sooner rather than later.

The street is so wide, bike lanes could be painted in with room to spare, providing a safe route to Phase 2B of the planned Truman Linear Park Trail. Narrowing the main travel lanes would also reduce motor vehicle speeds, especially important since Myers Middle School is located in 52nd Street.

“Inexpensive changes can make a huge difference,” Brown said. CS

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THE Georgia Department of Transportation’s $1.85 million resurfacing project on US Highway 80 is intended to raise the roadway between Savannah and Tybee Island and make it less susceptible to flooding, which is more frequent on the causeway these days due to rising sea levels.

Local people who ride bikes may have noticed another outcome. The road to Tybee Island now has bikeable shoulders.

Previously, the shoulders were covered with rumble strips, encroached upon by vegetation, and strewn with debris. This trio of problems ensured that only the bravest souls — or people with no other options — pedaled between Savannah and Tybee Island.

In place of the previous rumble strips, GDOT has installed edge line rumble strips, placed directly at the edge of the travel lane. These are sometimes referred to as edge line rumble stripes and they still provide the same function as the previous shoulder-spanning rumble strips: alerting inattentive drivers, through vibration and sound, that their vehicles are leaving the travel lane. Yet they keep the surface of the shoulder itself smooth and suitable for cycling.

The Federal Highway Administration advises rumble stripes can be used to accommodate “existing and projected use in a specific corridor” by people on bikes.

“Projected” is the key word here, for until the narrow Bull River and Lazaretto Creek bridges are replaced, riding to Tybee will remain a harrowing experience.

And while the new shoulders and rumble stripes are a huge improvement, only the most confident cyclists will feel comfortable riding alongside cars and trucks moving at highway speeds.

Still, Bike Walk Savannah Executive Director Caila Brown is glad to see the road has become just a bit friendlier to people who ride bikes.

“This project is a great precursor to the improvements that will be made upon replacement of the bridges and finishing of the roadway,” she said. “Once the US 80 project is completed, people will be able to get onto Tybee Island in a way they were never able to before. I’m thankful that GDOT understands the importance of providing safe, reliable places for people of all ages and abilities to bike, walk and roll,

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Help Savannah’s homeless with Union Mission

Monthly Lunch n’ Learn series happens Thursday integrated fully into the community and, of course, that affects crime. Everything rachael@connectsavannah.com is all intertwined that way. I guess I just believe that when people are doing betUNION MISSION’S Lunch ‘n Learn is ter, we’re all doing better. Even if we think a monthly series that seeks to educate things don’t affect us, of course they really the public about homelessness in our do, and certainly they can rear their head community. in the form of crime.”

Youngquist also dispels of the comExecutive director Pat Youngquist says the event began last October as an outmon myth that employment solves homelessness. reach event for the faith community.

“I think a lot of people think, ‘Oh, if they “We initially reached out to the faith would just get a job,’” she says. “Almost one communities to say, ‘Hey, we’re going to hundred percent of the time, it’s a number provide you a lunch and we want to teach of things that caused people to be homeyou about homelessness, and we promise less. It’s not just the lack of a job.” we’ll be an hour,’” she explains. (For more At the Lunch n’ Learn, attendees can information on homelessness and Savanalso learn what they can do to help the nah’s religious community, read Kristy homeless community.

Edenfield’s report on page 11.)

“Of course, they can advocate for the The program expanded to include everyhomeless,” Youngquist says. “Certainly one because, as Youngquist explains, “We when someone says, ‘If they’d just get a are certainly of the philosophy that it’s going to take our whole community to end job,’ you can say, ‘Well, actually, not really.’ homelessness as much as we can. We know And it is an election year—talk to the candidates and say, ‘This is important, what that some people really do want to stay are we going to do about it?’” homeless, but in general, it is a problem As Youngquist explains, there are curthat it’s going to take everyone to tackle. rently no laws in place for subsidized Well, my own view would be, when we want to solve any kind of problem, we have housing.

“There’s no law for anyone constructto first understand what the problem is in ing any kind of housing that they have a order to fix it.” certain number of units set aside, which is Union Mission has a strong impact on our community, and they measure it in five what a lot of communities are doing,” she says. “The only way to really end homeways: their emergency services program, lessness is to have homes, right? A lot of mental health counseling, HIV/AIDS it is that there aren’t places to put people support services, permanent supportive because there’s just not affordable houshousing, and their culinary arts training ing, so we really need people to advocate program. for that.”

Union Mission’s strongest impact is in the emergency serivecs and the permanent Of course, an easy way to get involved is supportive housing programs. In 2018, 286 to support Union Mission.

“People can volunteer with us, or they clients moved to stable housing and 277 clients remained in stable housing. can donate items,” says Youngquist. “Of course, we can always use financial supIn addition, 132 clients received mental health counseling, 77 clients received port. Just like any nonprofit, we can always HIV/AIDS support services, and 18 clients use donations. It’s not the best thing to graduated from the culinary arts training hand someone a $5 bill on the street, where program. if you hand us a $5 bill, we can go to Second “There’s a lot going on here—a lot of Harvest and get a lot of food.” CS moving pieces,” says Youngquist.

LUNCH N’ LEARN With all those moving pieces, Union Mission helps make a real difference in our July 11, 11:30 a.m.

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Lunch n’ Learn takes place the second Thurs“Homelessness, and/or poverty, does day of every month. For more information or to affect our community because children register, visit unionmission.org. of homeless people or children of poverty aren’t learning as they should be learning,” explains Youngquist. “And then they’re growing up without the skills to be

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NEWS & OPINION COMMUNITY

Homeless churches helping homeless people ON ANY given Sunday morning across Savannah, you’ll find dozens of pastors leaving their homes in gated communities or influential neighborhoods to travel to pretty church buildings owned by their congregations or denominations.

They will preach to audiences largely made up of well-dressed people with checkbooks in hand and ready to tithe.

At the same time, you’ll find a pastor, lovingly known as “Rev. Kev” by his congregation, in Savannah’s homeless Camp 3 off Old Louisville Road.

Rev. Kevin Veitinger leads this church without a building, called The Community of St. Joseph.

According to the Chatham-Savannah Authority for the Homeless, there are 4,200 people homeless citizens in Savannah, many of whom reside in one of 26 different outdoor homeless encampments.

Father Michael Chaney is also the pastor of a church without a building. Church

Father Michael Chaney. PHOTO BY KRISTY EDENFIELD.

of the Epiphany, which is currently meeting on Sunday mornings at the Savannah LGBT Center on Bull Street, also serves our homeless population.

Pastor Candace Hardnett leads the nondenominational congregation of Agape Empowerment Ministries currently renting space on Telfair Road. Agape has a

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team of parishioners who work regularly in the homeless camps.

The reasons for homelessness are as diverse as the population itself, but some of the reasons include illness, divorce, inability to receive aid, and loss of job.

Father Chaney recalls one of the first times he really got to know a homeless person. The Padre was having a difficult time adding up the numbers from a car wash when a gentleman approached him and did the accounting in a few blinks.

The homeless man who helped Chaney held a Master’s in economics from a prestigious university, but after he lost his job and spent his retirement, he ended up living on the streets.

Rev. Veitinger echoed, “We are all going to hit a hard time in our lives, but those of us with family and friends have a safety net to fall back on. The people we are dealing with don’t have that. It could be from mental illness, addiction, burning bridges, or it could just simply be you don’t have any family or their family has rejected them.”

“We are called to the margins–to the fatherless and widow, we are called to the

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poor,” continues Veitinger.

“I’m not saying that every church needs to be a church in the field that only works with homelessness, but it is problematic not to be working with people on the margins in some way.”

Hardnett agrees.

Father Chaney, Rev. Kevin Veitinger, and Pastor Candace Hardnett.

“It is spelled out easy in the scripture PHOTO BY KRISTY EDENFIELD. from the Old TestaKevin’s clothing closet,” he says. ment built into the law that when you are “We collect books to go around and fill harvesting your fields, you are to leave up the little free libraries in town; there some in the field for those who are homeis a little library at the Community of St. less and hungry to glean from, to in the Joseph, and we have to make sure that New Testament Jesus saying what you thing is filled up so there is reading matehave done to the least of these you have rial,” Chaney says. done to me,” Hardnett says.

Church of the Epiphany currently meets “Jesus himself did not spread a gospel Sundays at 11 a.m. at the Savannah LGBT until he had taken care of the needs of the Center, and all are welcome. people.”

Want to know what you can do to help Chaney emphasizes, “At the core of any our homeless neighbors? “Come out on a faith tradition we find a prophetic call to Sunday and see what is happening. Inevijustice. That includes economic justice tably they come out on Sunday and they and social justice. Justice is what calls us see things where they can jump in,” Veitto reach out to our brothers and sisters inger says. who are in need–and if you think about it, You can go to the Facebook page of The Jesus was homeless himself.”

“There is a difference. Charity is not the Community of St. Joseph to find exact directions— they meet outdoors at 8 a.m. same as understanding what is truly hapfor breakfast and 9 a.m. for service—but pening in our community with our neighyou might want to bring your own chair. bors—we have to look at everyone as our Chaney, who occasionally subs for Rev. neighbor,” explains Chaney.

“Understanding literally means to stand Kev and regularly joins him for Eucharistic services says, “I invite people out to the under someone, to humble oneself, and service all of the time and people can’t wait when you stand under someone and you humble yourself, you get to see where they to have people present for the service. A are from their point of view. We need more lot of people say, ‘Oh, I don’t want to invade of that in churches. Too often churches can their privacy.’ Well, it is a church service; everyone is allowed to attend.” be an emotional feel good fix on a Sunday If you aren’t able to attend a service, you morning that fails to drive our hearts into can drop off donations at Emmaus House a spiritual place where we feel connected or the Episcopal Diocese office. with all creation and that includes every“Ask a homeless person what they need,” one and every living thing,” he says. says Hardnett.

Veitinger says, “When we are really jivHer congregation goes into homeless ing with the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, camps on a regular basis to ask and assess we are joyful, loving, peaceful, compaswhat they need. They collect items such sionate, patient, and all of those things, as non-perishable food, water, bug spray, that becomes very apparent –people’s toiletries, hygiene products, and other bullshit meter is real and our folks know necessities. the people that are there that really care In addition to dropping off at Agape about them, and the people that are there Empowerment Ministries (Sunday service for whatever weird internal psychological at 10 a.m. and Wednesday Bible Study at thing that they are working on.”

With a firmness of conviction, Veitinger 6:30 p.m.), they have a partnership with says, “The idea that we are all just one pay- the U-Haul at 8810 Abercorn where you check away from homelessness is wrong. I can drop off donations seven days a week.

“What we do is a drop in the bucket,” am not one paycheck away from homelessVeitinger says. ness because if I lost my job, I have people “It would take 20 groups of churches like to fall back on.” this to deal with the entirety of the homeChaney’s non-homeless parishioners “rely more on people power and boots-on- less population.” CS the-ground. We have folks in our congregation who are collecting clothes to give to

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Savannah Police arrest two in drugs/gun bust

Savannah Police’s Violent Crimes Task Force conducted an investigation that resulted in the arrest of two subjects involved in narcotics sales and the seizure of drugs and guns.

“On July 3 around 5 p.m., task force officers were in the area of the 1200 block of E. 39th Street conducting proactive intelligence gathering. Investigative techniques led officers to conduct a search warrant on a residence in the area,” police report.

“Due to the investigation, Walter Johnson, 40, was arrested and charged with trafficking in heroin, possession of cocaine, possession of crack, theft by receiving a stolen firearm, possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony and other drug-related offenses,” police say.

Keron Williams, 23, was also arrested and charged with possession of cocaine, possession of a drug-related object, possession of marijuana less than an ounce and served with a warrant for a traffic offense.

Some of the take from the 39th Street bust

“Narcotic sales and the illegal possession of firearms are two things that we cannot continue to tolerate in our community,” said Chief Roy Minter. “This investigation is one of many we will continue to conduct to combat the violent crime in our community.”

The following items were seized: 2 firearms 87.3 grams of heroin 13 grams of marijuana 12.6 grams of cocaine powder 10 grams crack cocaine 1 THC gummy

Savannah Police’s Traffic Investigation Unit is investigating a pedestrian-involved crash on Abercorn Street late June 28.

“Around 11:15 p.m. officers were called to the 11100 block of Abercorn Street and discovered Robert Lee, 41, of Savannah, suffering from serious injuries. An initial investigation revealed that Lee was attempting to cross in the middle of the block when he was struck by a Mercedes Benz E350 that was traveling east on Abercorn Street and driven by Kenneth Hylander, 60, of Savannah. Hylander did not see Lee and could not avoid striking him. Lee was transported to Memorial Medical Center for treatment,” police report.

The crash remains under investigation.

Police seek suspects in stolen auto investigation

Savannah Police Southside Precinct detectives are requesting the community’s assistance identifying four suspects in a stolen auto investigation and a string of entering autos.

“On June 17 around 10:00 p.m., the victim parked their burgundy Kia Optima in Windmill Apartments on Talina Lane.

The following day, the victim noticed their vehicle was missing and reported it to police,” police report.

“On June 20, the vehicle was spotted at the Walmart Neighborhood Market on the 10500 block of Abercorn Street, occupied by four male suspects. When the suspects noticed police, they fled from the scene.

The vehicle was later recovered with numerous items from other entering auto investigations,” police say.

The suspects are described as black males in their late teens to early 20s.

Anyone with information on their identities is asked to call detectives at (912) 525-3100 ext. 2216. Information can also be forwarded to CrimeStoppers at (912) 234-2020.

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Arby’s has turned the trend toward plant-based “burgers” on its head with the new Marrot: a carrot made out of meat.

Vice reported that Arby’s has definitively rejected the plant-based meats movement. “(W)hat Americans really want ... is great, tasty meat,” said Jim Taylor, Arby’s chief marketing officer. “So we said if others can make meat out of vegetables, why can’t we make vegetables out of meat?” The Marrot is made by rolling raw ground turkey breast into a carrot shape, cooking it sousvide for an hour, covering it with a special “carrot marinade,” and then oven-roasting it for another hour. Bon appetit!

The Litigious Society

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Tommy Martin, 58, of Mount Holly, North Carolina, hopes to see Hardee’s in federal court after a “humiliating” incident at a Belmont store in which Martin was given just two Hash Rounds on his breakfast plate, rather than the half-dozen or so depicted on the company’s website.

Martin, who is black, told The News and Observer that he felt like he was in a scene from the segregated 1960s when he asked for more. “The manager came back and said that what you get. Got home with tear in mine eye,” Martin said in the handwritten lawsuit filed June 24 in U.S. District

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Court in Charlotte. The cashier was prepared to give him more Hash Rounds, Martin said, but the manager, who is white, stepped in and gave him a refund instead.

Cultural Diversity

A cafe in Bangkok, Thailand, is encouraging customers to “experience the death awareness” and reflect more on their lives by inviting patrons to get into a coffin and spend some time with the lid closed after finishing their coffee. Death Awareness Cafe owner Veeranut Rojanaprapa told United Press International that the practice encourages people not to be driven by greed. “When the lid of the coffin closes ... they will realize that eventually they cannot take anything with them.” (Hope there are air holes.)

Nightmare Neighbor

After her husband suffered a stroke in 2012, Junghee Kim Spicer, owner of the Yakima (Washington) Arts Academy, increased the number of piano students she taught in her home, angering neighbor Paul Patnode, who complained and forced Spicer to get a permit that limited the hours and number of students she could teach each day, reported the Yakima Herald. Spicer complied, according to court documents, but Patnode, unsatisfied, sued

her and lost that case in 2014. Undeterred, Patnode changed tactics: From November 2015 through March 2016, he parked his diesel pickup truck next to Spicer’s home, remotely revving the engine and setting off the truck’s alarm each time a student walked by. Spicer and her husband won a $40,000 settlement in their resulting lawsuit, and on June 25, the Division III Court of Appeals upheld that ruling. Chief Judge Robert Lawrence-Berry wrote

Technotot

Two-year-old Rayna McNeil of San Diego is an early adopter of online shopping. In late June, as Rayna played with her mom’s mobile phone, she managed to purchase a $430 couch from Amazon.

Mom Isabella McNeil told KNSD she had been scrolling through some couches on her phone before handing it off to Rayna, but she didn’t realize the toddler had made the purchase until a few days later, when she got a “Your couch has shipped” alert.

“I didn’t remember ordering a couch,” she said. It was too late to cancel the order, so McNeil plans to resell the item locally.

“Lesson learned,” McNeil said. She will make sure apps are closed in the future.

The Classic Headline

Police officers in Manchester, New Hampshire, were called to a local hotel on June 28 after Matthew Williams, 35, of Nashua was reported to be behaving “erratically” -- shouting, throwing things and “acting aggressive,” according to Fox News. Officers called in a K9 unit, and when the dog entered the room, Williams allegedly “wrapped his arms around the dog and struggled with him,” eventually growling and biting the dog on the top of the head, police said. Williams was charged with resisting arrest, simple

assault and willful interference with police dogs.

People Different From Us

• Zack Pinsent, 25, from Brighton, England, hasn’t dressed in modern clothing since he was 14. Instead, he makes and wears clothes popular in the 1800s. “At 14, I made the symbolic decision to burn my only pair of jeans in a bonfire. It was a real turning point,” Pinsent told Metro News. On a typical day, Pinsent wears a floral waistcoat and knee-high leather riding boots, with a jacket with tails and a top hat. He explains that his obsession started when his family found a box of his greatgrandfather’s suits. He now researches, designs and sews clothing for himself and other history buffs, to great response: “I’ve been all over the world and people are inquisitive and appreciative,” he said.

• A baby boy born in West Java, Indonesia, in November 2018 was given a most memorable name by his parents, Andi Cahya Saputra and Ella Karin. Eightmonth-old Google was so named, Saputra told Indonesian media, because “Google has a great meaning ... Google is number one in the world, the site most visited by people.” The Mirror reported Saputra told his own father he hopes his son will become “a useful person” and “help” a lot of people, while also explaining that they didn’t want to “dilute” the essence of the boy’s name by giving him a middle or surname. He’s just Google. The baby’s mom wasn’t really on board with the idea until about three months after he was born. She said people ask if their next child will be named WhatsApp, but it doesn’t bother her because they don’t understand the meaning of the name. CS

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MUSIC FEATURE

4th Ward Afro-Klezmer Orchestra plays El Rocko Lounge on July 13. PHOTO BY OMAR

BY SEAN KELLY

sean@connectsavannah.com

TO PUT THE 4th Ward Afro-Klezmer Orchestra in a musical box would be awfully restricting, but they are certainly rooted in the traditions of Klezmer melodies. The group, led by the musically encyclopedic Roger Ruzow, have been playing together for many years in Atlanta and beyond, performing Ruzow’s unique blend of Klezmer music and West African influences under the umbrella of jazz.

For those unfamiliar, Klezmer is a genre of music that originated with the Eastern European Ashkenazi Jews. It’s a relatively modern musical tradition, and

something that would later be an influence on more avant garde music and facets of jazz. Ruzow’s interpretation of the genre is unique in its own right, and it’s something that audiences have continually loved ever since he first started to explore it.

Ruzow and company are headed to town for a gig at El Rocko Lounge on Sat., July 13, and we talked to him ahead of the gig to learn more.

I’m curious—when was your initial introduction to both jazz and klezmer music?

Ruzow: Jazz, I’ve just been hearing all of my life. I was exposed to a lot of different

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kinds of music growing up in the 70s and 80s in Miami. It was pretty much what was on the radio and what was played around the house. I really, honestly, didn’t become fully interested in jazz until I was probably in high school. It wasn’t until I got into college was when I began to really steep myself in it.

[Musically], it was as eclectic as you can get. The record player playing John Coltrane’s Live At Birdland right next to Black Sabbath’s Paranoid. Right next to Butthole Surfers and Sex Pistols and Pharoah Sanders. And, of course, Charlie Parker.

Everything.

It speaks to my attention span—if you listen to our songs, the form changes stylistically right in the middle of the song.

With klezmer, I didn’t know I was listening to it. A lot of people ask me what it is, and the first thing I tell them is Fiddler On the Roof. After college, playing a lot of different styles of music like free jazz, rock, and other things, the idea was to really think about the klezmer and investigate it.

It was about hearing the technicalities of it, and then hearing the relationship between what is that Balkan Jewish music and all kinds of other styles of music like the music of Morocco, Northeast and Central Africa. Even Nigerian music like Fela [Kuti]. They’re all connected.

It seems like there’s much more of a blank canvas under the umbrella of jazz to experiment and interpret. That feels pretty evident in just the evolution of the genre. Would you agree?

Ruzow: Think about Miles Davis—it’s jazz, 16 but it’s not jazz. It’s like a 25-yard wide

It was about hearing the technicalities of it, and then hearing the relationship between what is that Balkan Jewish music and all kinds of other styles of music like the music of Morocco, Northeast and Central Africa. Even Nigerian music like Fela [Kuti]. They’re all connected. paint brush. You’d say that what Louis Armstrong was doing in the 20s was jazz, and then say that what Ornette Coleman was doing in the early 60s is jazz.

Or Miles Davis’ Bitches Brew. That’s another one where it seems like the definition of what people think jazz is was totally challenged.

Ruzow: And sometimes, depending on your militancy, jazz is almost pejorative.

When I hear people say “jazz,” you’re immediately putting it in a box. When I was younger, it was like, “How can you say that you have to play in this context, and then outside of this context is wrong?”

Well, does it sound good? Jazz is just a huge floor of the library.

When it comes to composing, how does that usually happen for you?

Ruzow: It depends. Some of the songs that we have, I’ll take a song and then do an arrangement of it. One song is an arrangement of more of a Hasidic melody but turned around. I turned that into something that has the same melody but rearranged so it has that sort of that West African highlife style. It’s just hearing different things and rearranging it. Staying true to the initial song form and melodies, but taking some liberties with it.

There are other songs that I’ll write where I’ll just have a melody or an idea for a harmony, and then develop it from there. There’s another song, “Great Lagos Wed. Night Talmud Meeting,” that’s just a good example of Afro-Pop and Klezmer.

It’s some original song but it takes an idea from a Fela song, and then it shifts right into a klezmer tune.

It’s just the idea of mixing these styles of music and then creating something new with those styles.

What do you hope is the biggest thing people take away from seeing a show?

Ruzow: That they enjoy themselves; that they want to hear more of it. And occasionally I’ll get people coming up to me and saying, “What was that?” Klezmer is actually a phenomena of the late 19th, early 20th century. Benny Goodman is influenced by it, you can hear it in his clarinet playing.

The main idea is that everybody comes and has a good time. I’m trying to write something that I want to hear, and hopefully other people will like it too. But hopefully people will be interested in it and hear the different styles.

Thanks so much for taking the time to talk about all of this with me!

Ruzow: Yeah! We’re coming to Savannah with about seven or eight members. All great Atlanta players. Five horns—tuba, alto, baritone, tenor, trumpet, and euphonium. Drums and percussion as well. Bill Pritchard is a professor of tuba, and is well known internationally. Jason Casanova is a euphonium player and is a professor at several universities. I’m so lucky to be able to play with these musicians. CS

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City Hotel members come together for duo EP, Tybee Post Theater show

BY SEAN KELLY

sean@connectsavannah.com

COLLECTIVELY, Aaron Paul Zimmer and Jay Rudd are already a known entity as part of City Hotel. Last year, Zimmer released his excellent solo album, Saints & Heretics, and now he’s joining forces with Rudd for a new project.

Zimmer & Rudd, Volume 1 is a five-song EP of original material written and performed by the duo that fall under the umbrella of roots music and follow in the tradition of bluegrass guitar and mandolin duos. They’ll be celebrating the project with a show at Tybee Post Theater on Sat., July 13, alongside special guests Russel Cook and the Sweet Teeth.

We chatted with Zimmer ahead of the show.

Zimmer: Well, Jay had traded Jason Bible of the Train Wrecks some studio time for odd jobs and stuff like that. So Jay decided to do some projects with musicians around town, just as a summer project. We’d done some duo stuff in the past; the biggest thing we did as a duo was open for Lyn Avenue’s CD release party at the Tybee Post last summer. That went well, and obviously we’ve been playing in City Hotel for a long time together.

We liked the chemistry, and the mandolin/guitar duo is something that’s pretty traditional in bluegrass. We harmonize pretty well together too, so it was just kind of a natural thing.

About how long did it take to complete the EP from the time the idea was hatched? Was there a writing period or were the songs there?

Zimmer: There was a writing period. He had the idea to put together the EP, and I think it was basically a couple of weeks.

He’s one of those guys who’ll set his mind to something and just get it done. He’s a good person to work with because that also inspires me to do the same. It’s probably the quickest we’ve ever put together material. I wrote a couple of songs for the EP and he wrote a couple of songs, and we did maybe three or four rehearsals.

But we’ve been playing in a band together for so long that it’s pretty intuitive now. It’s easy to write songs that sound good for the two of us.

How is it different than the City Hotel stuff, or even your solo record?

Zimmer: It’s pretty folky. More folk/Americana. If you’re familiar with the band Mandolin Orange, it’s a sound similar to

that. Tony Rice and Ricky Skaggs—there’s a lot of parts written for the mandolin, lots of vocal harmonies. It’s your classic guitar/ mandolin duo.

In terms of the show, what should people expect?

Zimmer: We both have a lot of solo material, and so it’ll mostly be originals. There might be a few City Hotel songs in there, but mostly it’ll be songs off of the EP and a couple songs that people haven’t heard before. It’ll offer people a new glimpse into what we can do, but fans of City Hotel will find something they like too.

Sometimes doing solo projects or side projects can be really healthy if you’ve been in a band for a long time. It definitely seems like it’s reinvigorating, in a way. What’s been your experience

with doing these kinds of projects?

Zimmer: City Hotel’s been playing together for eight years now, so there’s a certain level of comfort. So it’s always good to force yourself to be nervous again [laughs]. Or push yourself to sit down and write songs.

There’s a similar vein that we strive after, and we’ve kind of found our niche, so to get outside of that is always exciting.

When I play with City Hotel, I don’t get nervous anymore. We know what to expect, we know who’s going to be there, all of that kind of stuff. So this is exciting. I always like going off and doing projects like this. CS

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HUNGER ANTHEM’S MUSIC is a heady mix of angular alternative rock and piercing guitar pop, taking cues from both of Bob Mould’s influential bands—Husker Du and Sugar—and heavy, noisy bands like Dinosaur Jr. and Sonic Youth.

The band, who is currently in the process of recording a new album, is set to play The Jinx on July 12 in the middle of a lengthy run of shows. We spoke to bandleader Vaganek ahead of the gig.

I’ve really enjoyed listening to the music so far—I definitely heard some Sonic Youth in the way you approach

guitars on these recordings.

Vaganek: You’re pretty spot on. I’m also a huge fan of where Husker Du came from.

Heavier, driving music but with a distinct sense of pop.

So like the Mould solo stuff or Sugar?

Vaganek: That band, too. And Sonic Youth for sure, with the noisy aspect. I use a lot of full, open chords so I like how some of that dissonance plays into rock songs. Bands like Superchunk, Guided By Voices, that sort of thing.

Has that always been your M.O. musically? How did you guys land on what you do?

Vaganek: Yeah, personally it kind of has been. I also started with a bit of a punk edge, leaning towards stuff like the Sex Pistols. When Cameron [Kelly, drummer] and I met some years ago here in Athens, the pop aspect really clicked right for us.

We kind of related through GBV and The Thermals. And having a similar approach, a real DIY approach to things. And all three of us also have a really good work ethic, which is essential these days for moving forward in any way [laughs].

Your first record came out in 2011?

Vaganek: Yeah! I started doing a lot of things lo-fi, and I did that record on a four-track.

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There’s a really rich history of alternative music in Athens, which makes it feel like you guys fit in very well there.

Vaganek: It’s pretty fertile ground. There’s a really good musical community here.

Everyone’s pretty connected.

Is there still a place for indie rock and stuff like that there?

Vaganek: Oh, definitely. There’s a lot of bands who are active right now that are doing good stuff. For instance, at this Savannah show we’re playing with our friends Mean Queen. They’re really good.

They just did a record with Mike as well at Espresso Machine. Our friends SHEHEHE have been around for a bunch of years, and they’ve been killing it.

Tell me more about the new record?

Is there anything you can pinpoint that’s evolved or different from past releases?

Vaganek: It’s definitely an evolution of stuff we’ve previously done. It’s still in that guitar-driven vein, but there’s a lot more dual vocals on this. Margo [Fortune], our bass player, has been with us for a few years now. We’ve been focusing a lot more on dual voices in our songs. If I’m singing lead, Margo’s great at doing harmonies and finding spaces to sing.

As far as the songwriting, too, we’re definitely keeping things tight and [focusing on] knowing what’s needed and what’s not needed [laughs]. When it comes to songwriting, I’m really about the least common denominator. I put something in a song because I feel it needs to be there. A couple of songs are a little pulled back, but it’s definitely a rock record.

And aside from being a great engineer, Mike is a friend. He’s really straightforward with us. If something’s slightly off, he’ll say, ‘Let’s try that again.’ It really pulls out you’re best performances. We’re really psyched about sharing this record. CS

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Vaganek: Exactly. I played every instrument on it, too. You become pretty adept at using that technology when there’s only four tracks available. But I always wanted to get other people involved. Some years after that, we released the EP Cut The Chord, which is a full band thing. Recently we recorded a full-length, and that’s what we’re focusing on a lot now. We did it here in Athens with Mike Albanese at Espresso Machine Recordings. We’re looking at the fall for release, and we recently did a video for a single called “Remedy.”

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BERO BERO, LITTLE HUSTLE, JEFF TWO NAMES @THE JINX

CONNECT SAVANNAH | JUL 10 - 16, 2019

Savannah’s own Bero Bero is the synth-pop we need. The local duo has been garnering lots of buzz since they broke out on their own after leaving fellow Savannah indie heroes Street Clothes. The band will be joined at The Jinx by Little Hustle as well as Jeff Two Names & the Born Agains. It’s a great night of top notch local and national music for a bargain price.

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BRIAN FULLER @BARRELHOUSE SOUTH

Country and pop singer/songwriter Brian Fuller comes to Barrelhouse South with his catchy melodies and infectious vocals, after releasing a string of singles that have earned him a steadily-growing audience around the South. He’ll be joined for the night by Logan Winkles & Hartley Station.

SAT., JULY 13, 8 P.M.

BONNIE BLUE @CONGRESS STREET SOCIAL CLUB

Jacksonville’s Bonnie Blue is carrying the jam band flag, and mixing it with a little Southern rock for good measure. The band has made a name for themselves throughout the southeast, particularly for their memorable live shows and catchy songs. They’ll be swinging through town for a gig at Congress Street Social Club.

FRI., JULY 12, 10 P.M.

BABY FUZZ @EL ROCKO LOUNGE

Under the name Sterling Fox, Brandon Lowry wrote songs for the likes of Lana Del Rey and Adam Lambert. Now, under the name Baby FuzZ, Lowry is doing his own unique thing. It’s an impressionable mix of indie rock, indie folk, pop, and at times even anthemic, Queen-esque song craft. Baby Fuz is sure to be one of the best shows of the summer at El Rocko.

FRI., JULY 12, 9 P.M.

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TRIVIA & GAMES

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

Coach’s Corner Trivia Dub’s Pub Trivia, 7:30 p.m.

The Jinx Human Jukebox Trivia, 10 p.m.

Service Brewing Company Trivia Night with Daniel, 6:30 p.m.

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, 10 p.m.

McDonough’s Karaoke, 9 p.m.

Wet Willie’s Karaoke, 9 p.m.

DJ

Little Lucky’s DJ and Karaoke

BAR & CLUB EVENTS

Two Tides Brewing Company Bring Your Own Vinyl Night, 7 p.m.

THURSDAY 7.11 LIVE MUSIC

Bay Street Blues Hitman Blues Band Bayou Cafe Eric Culberson Band, 9 p.m.

Billy’s Place at McDonough’s Nancy Witt, 6 p.m.

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

Congress Street Social Club DJ Square One El-Rocko Lounge Depressor, Heirless, Down Under, 9 p.m.

Fiddler’s Crab House (River St.) Olsen Meddows The Flying Fish Anne Allman and

DRAUCKER @COACH’S CORNER

Local group DRAUCKER brings their mix of original material and covers to Coach’s Corner, just after the release of their long-awaited EP. The sibling-led group plays an engaging brand of rock and roll, and their live show isn’t one to be missed.

SAT., JULY 13, 7 P.M. Michael Moody, 6:30 p.m.

Good Times Jazz Bar and Restaurant The Randy Reese Quartet, 7 p.m.

Jazz’d Tapas Bar Blind Alley The Jinx Prism #1, Valley Gals, Rev Bo Diddley and the Hips, 9 p.m.

Kevin Barry’s Irish Pub Live Music, 8 p.m.

The Perch at Local 11 ten Marcus Kuhlmann PS Tavern Live Music Rancho Alegre Cuban Restaurant Gypsy Jazz, 7 p.m.

River House Georgia Kyle Savannah Smiles Dueling Pianos, 7 p.m.

Savannah Spirits Kitchen JD Music Group The Shrimp Factory Ford Natirboff Tailgate Sports Bar and Grill Open Mic, 9 p.m.

Top Deck James Lee Smith, 6:30 p.m.

Tubby’s Tank House (Thunderbolt) Belinda Jane Trio, 6 p.m.

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

Wild Wing Cafe Matt Hill, 7 p.m.

TRIVIA & GAMES

B & D Burgers (Congress St.) Pop

Culture Trivia, 7:30 p.m.

McDonough’s Trivia, 7 p.m.

Pour Larry’s Explicit Trivia, 10 p.m.

Southbound Brewing Company Riddle Me This?, 7:30 p.m.

KARAOKE

Club One Karaoke, 10 p.m.

The Jinx Karaoke, 10 p.m.

McDonough’s Karaoke, 9 p.m.

Rusty Rudders Tap House Karaoke World of Beer Karaoke, 9 p.m.

The Wormhole Karaoke, 9 p.m.

COMEDY

Totally Awesome Bar Totally Open Mic, 8 p.m.

DJ

Little Lucky’s DJ and Karaoke Rusty Rudders Tap House DJ Tap

BAR & CLUB EVENTS

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

FRIDAY 7.12 LIVE MUSIC

Barrelhouse South AFTM, Dr. Bacon, 8 p.m.

Billy’s Place at McDonough’s Nancy Witt, 6 p.m.

Congress Street Social Club Bonnie Blue El-Rocko Lounge Baby FuzZ,

Devinci the Great, 9 p.m.

Good Times Jazz Bar and Restaurant Eric Jones Trio w/ Chassity Nobles, 8 p.m.

Jazz’d Tapas Bar Voodoo Soup The Jinx Hunger Anthem, Mean Queen, Garbage Dog, 9 p.m.

Kevin Barry’s Irish Pub Live Music, 8 p.m.

Lizzy’s Tequila Bar and Grill Greg Williams Molly MacPherson’s Scottish Pub Voodoo Soup Molly McGuire’s Danielle Hicks Band, 7 p.m.

Pour Larry’s DJ & Live Music Prohibition Bootleg Beats, 10:30 p.m.

Rancho Alegre Cuban Restaurant Jody Jazz Trio, 6:30 p.m.

Randy Wood Guitars Mo Pitney, 8 p.m.

River House Alex Bazemore Rusty Rudders Tap House Live Acoustic Music, 6 p.m.

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

Savannah Smiles Dueling Pianos, 7 p.m.

Savannah Spirits Kitchen Andrew Gill Service Brewing Company Bluegrass By The Pint w/ City Hotel, 5:30 p.m.

The Shrimp Factory Rachael Shaner Taste of India Don Read, 6:30 p.m.

The Wormhole Neighborhood Pub & Music Venue King Yellowman, 10:15 p.m.

Tijuana Flats Gary Strickland Tubby’s Tank House (Thunderbolt) Jeremy Riddle, 5 p.m.

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

The Warehouse Eric Culberson, Jacob Evans Wild Wing Cafe Josh Johanssen, Individually Twisted, 5 p.m.

TRIVIA & GAMES

PS Tavern Beer Pong Tournament, 10 p.m.

KARAOKE

Bay Street Blues Karaoke Blueberry Hill Karaoke, 9 p.m.

Club One Karaoke, 10 p.m.

McDonough’s Karaoke, 9 p.m.

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

COMEDY

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

The Wormhole Sean Patton, 8 p.m.

DJ

Little Lucky’s DJ and Karaoke Rusty Rudders Tap House DJ Tap

BAR & CLUB EVENTS

Abe’s on Lincoln DJ Doc Ock

SATURDAY 7.13 LIVE MUSIC

Barrelhouse South Brian Fuller w/ Logan Winkles and Hartley Station, 8 p.m.

Billy’s Place at McDonough’s Nancy Witt, 6 p.m.

Coach’s Corner Draucker, 7 p.m.

Congress Street Social Club Basik Lee Doc’s Bar Chester Love Band, 9 p.m.

El-Rocko Lounge Fourth Ward Afro Klezmer Orchestra, 9 p.m.

Foxy Loxy Cafe Fire and Wine featuring the 484th Army Band Trio, 7 p.m.

Good Times Jazz Bar and

Restaurant Rodney Jordan’s Urban Collective, 8 p.m.

Jazz’d Tapas Bar The Magic Rocks The Jinx Bero Bero, Little Hustle, Jeff 2 Names, 9 p.m.

Kevin Barry’s Irish Pub Live Music, 8 p.m.

Lizzy’s Tequila Bar and Grill Ford Natirboff Marquee Manor The Love & Soul Experience: Summer Vibes, 7 p.m.

Molly MacPherson’s Scottish Pub Brian Bazemore Molly McGuire’s Island Boys, 7 p.m.

The Olde Pink House David Duckworth & Alisha Duckworth Pour Larry’s DJ & Live Music Prohibition Bootleg Beats, 10:30 p.m.

Rancho Alegre Cuban Restaurant Jody Jazz Trio, 6:30 p.m.

River House Ricky Standard Rocks on the Roof @Sundown, 8 p.m.

Rusty Rudders Tap House Live Acoustic Music, 6 p.m.

Savannah Smiles Dueling Pianos, 7 p.m.

Savannah Spirits Kitchen Rachael Shaner Seahawk Cultural Center 2019 Hilton Head Jazz Camp Finale Concert, 2 p.m.

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

Tubby’s Tank House (Thunderbolt) The Train Wrecks, 6 p.m.

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LIVE MUSIC

Barrelhouse South VuDu Shakedown, 10 p.m.

Bay Street Blues Hitman Blues Band Bayou Cafe Ray Tomasino, 9 p.m.

Boomy’s Blues Night w/ Ben Keiser, 9:30 p.m.

Fiddler’s Crab House (River St.) Turtle and the Heads Good Times Jazz Bar and Restaurant The Lavon Stevens Quartet, 7 p.m.

Jazz’d Tapas Bar CC Witt Kevin Barry’s Irish Pub Live Music, 8 p.m.

Mansion on Forsyth Park George Evans, 7 p.m.

Rachael’s : Sports • Food • Fun Open Mic Night, 8 p.m.

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

Savannah Smiles Dueling Pianos, 7 p.m.

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

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

White Whale Craft Ales Open Mic Music, 7 p.m.

Wild Wing Cafe Jason Courtenay and Uncle Buck, 7 p.m.

The Wormhole Open Jam, 9 p.m.

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The Olde Pink House Eddie Wilson The Perch at Local 11 ten Eric Britt River House Ray Tomasino The Shrimp Factory Cory Chambers Tubby’s Tank House (River St.) Jeremy J Riddle, 6 p.m.

Vic’s on The River Jimmy Frushon The Warehouse Andrew Gill, Rachael Shaner, Thomas Claxton The Wayward Sunday Night Service, 9 p.m.

Wild Wing Cafe Jason and Jarrod, Individually Twisted, 1 p.m.

Tybee Post Theater Zimmer and Rudd Album Release Concert, 8 p.m.

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

The Warehouse Eric Culberson, Eric Britt Wild Wing Cafe Jason and Jarrod, Susanna Kennedy, Bill Hodgson, 1 p.m.

The Wormhole Snacks Chapman, 9 p.m.

KARAOKE

Bay Street Blues Karaoke Club One Karaoke, 10 p.m.

McDonough’s Karaoke, 9 p.m.

COMEDY

Bay Street Theatre Juanita Lolita, 8 p.m.

Front Porch Improv at Ghost Coast Distillery Front Porch Improv: Fun House Comedy, 8:30 p.m.

The Loft on Liberty Odd Lot Improv: Saturday Shenanigans, 8 p.m.

Visitor’s Information Center Savannah for Morons: The Trolley Tour, 11 a.m. & 1:30 p.m.

TRIVIA & GAMES

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

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

KARAOKE

Club One Karaoke, 10 p.m.

McDonough’s Karaoke, 9 p.m.

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

DJ

The Black Rabbit DJ Square One, 9 p.m.

Little Lucky’s DJ and Karaoke Rusty Rudders Tap House DJ Tap

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Saddle Bags Bar Olympics

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COMEDY

The Loft on Liberty Odd Lot Improv: Monday Night Madness, 8 p.m.

White Whale Craft Ales White Whale Open Mic Comedy

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

TUESDAY 7.16 LIVE MUSIC

Abe’s on Lincoln Open Mic, 10 p.m.

Barrelhouse South Congress Street Bar Olympics, 4 p.m.

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KARAOKE

Boomy’s Karaoke, 10 p.m.

Club One Karaoke, 10 p.m.

McDonough’s Karaoke, 9 p.m.

Wet Willie’s Karaoke, 9 p.m.

Little Lucky’s DJ and Karaoke

BAR & CLUB EVENTS

LIVE MUSIC

TRIVIA & GAMES

Club One Bingo with Dawn Dupree, 5:30 p.m.

The Jinx Music and Movie Trivia, 10 p.m.

DJ

SUNDAY 7.14

Boomy’s DJ Basik Lee, 10 p.m.

Bayou Cafe Don Coyer, 9 p.m.

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

Cuoco Pazzo Sunday Jazz Brunch, 11 a.m., Bill Smith and David Keller, 6 p.m.

Good Times Jazz Bar and Restaurant Eric Jones Trio w/ Teddy Adams and Cynthia Utterbach, 7 p.m.

Bayou Cafe David Harbuck, 9 p.m.

El-Rocko Lounge Honna, Dustin Price, Ford Music, Small Talk, 9 p.m.

Fiddler’s Crab House (River St.) Open Mic with Phillip Wise Kevin Barry’s Irish Pub Live Music, 8 p.m.

Vic’s on The River Jimmy Frushon The Warehouse Jason Bible Wild Wing Cafe Josh Johanssen, 7 p.m.

The Wormhole Open Mic, 8 p.m.

Bay Street Blues Ben Keiser Band Bayou Cafe Jam Night with Eric Culberson, 9 p.m.

Fiddler’s Crab House (River St.) Charlie Fog Band Foxy Loxy Cafe Acoustic Tuesday featuring City Hotel Solo Sessions, 7 p.m.

Good Times Jazz Bar and Restaurant The Earl Williams Quartet, 7 p.m.

Jazz’d Tapas Bar Gino Fanelli, Gino Fanelli, 7-10 p.m.

The Jinx Hip Hop Night Kevin Barry’s Irish Pub Live Music, 8 p.m.

The Ordinary Pub Jeremy J Riddle, 7 p.m.

Top Deck James Lee Smith, 6:30 p.m.

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

Wild Wing Cafe Chuck Courtenay

TRIVIA & GAMES

Basil’s Pizza and Deli Trivia, 7 p.m.

Coach’s Corner Texas Hold ‘Em, 7 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, 9 p.m.

Club One Karaoke, 10 p.m.

McDonough’s Karaoke, 9 p.m.

The Rail Pub Karaoke, 9 p.m.

Wet Willie’s Karaoke, 9 p.m.

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SOUNDBOARD DIRECTORY Abe’s on Lincoln 17 Lincoln St.

Fia Rua Irish Pub 10132 Ford Ave.

The Olde Pink House 23 Abercorn St.

B & D Burgers (Congress St.) 912-238-8315

Fiddler’s Crab House (River St.) 131 West River St.

The Ordinary Pub 217 1/2 West Broughton Street

912-349-0525 abesonlincoln.com

912-238-8315 www.bdburgers.net

Barrelhouse South 125 W. Congress St. 912-662-5576 barrelhousesouth.com

Basil’s Pizza and Deli 216 Johnny Mercer Blvd.

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

The Black Rabbit 1215 Barnard St. Blueberry Hill 546 Dean Forest Rd. 964-8401

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

The Chromatic Dragon 514 MLK Jr. Blvd.

912-289-0350 chromaticdragon.com

912-459-4160 fiaruairishpub.com

912-644-7172 www.liveoakstore.com/ fiddlersriverstreet

The Flying Fish 7906 E. Hwy 80

912-897-2009 www.flyingfishbarandgrill.webs. com/

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

Front Porch Improv at Ghost Coast Distillery 641 Indian Street Garden City United Methodist Church 62 Varnedoe Ave Ghost Coast Distillery 641 Indian St. (912) 298-0071 ghostcoastdistillery.com

Good Times Jazz Bar and Restaurant 107 W. Broughton St. Jazz’d Tapas Bar 52 Barnard St. 912-236-7777 www.jazzdsavannah.com

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

Kevin Barry’s Irish Pub 117 West River St. 912-233-9626 www.kevinbarrys.com

Little Lucky’s 6 Gateway Blvd. E.

Club One 1 Jefferson St.

912-925-1119

Coach’s Corner 3016 E. Victory Dr.

912-341-8897

912-232-0200 clubone-online.com

912-352-2933 coachs.net

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

Cohen’s Retreat 5715 Skidaway Rd. 912-355-3336

Congress Street Social Club 411 W. Congress St. 912-238-1985 congressstreetsocialclub.com

Cuoco Pazzo 606 Abercorn St.

912-239-6950 cuocopazzosavannah.com

Dub’s Pub 225 W. River St.

(912) 200-3652 dubspubriverstreet.com

East End Provisions 420 E. Broughton St. 912-335-5522

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

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

Lizzy’s Tequila Bar and Grill 417 East River St. The Loft on Liberty 215 W. Liberty St. Mansion on Forsyth Park 700 Drayton St.

912-238-5158 mansiononforsythpark.com

912-232-4286 www.plantersinnsavannah.com

(912) 238-5130 www.theordinarypub.com/

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

Prohibition 125 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.

912-200-9255

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.

Rusty Rudders Tap House 303 W. River St. 912-944-6302

Ruth’s Chris Steak House 111 W. Bay St. 912-721-4800 ruthschris.com

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

912-239-9600 macphersonspub.com

Molly McGuire’s 216 Johnny Mercer Boulevard

912-898-0852 liveoakstore.com/mollymcguires

Moon River Brewing Co. 21 West Bay St. 912-447-0943 www.moonriverbrewing.com/

Top Deck 125 W. River Street Totally Awesome Bar 107 B Whitaker St. 912-349-1707

Tubby’s Tank House (River St.) 115 East River St. 912-233-0770 www.liveoakstore.com/ tubbysriverstreet

Tubby’s Tank House (Thunderbolt) 2909 River Dr. 912-354-9040 www.liveoakstore.com/ tubbysthunderbolt

Visitor’s Information Center 301 MLK Jr. Blvd.

Mellow Mushroom 11 W. Liberty St. Molly MacPherson’s Scottish Pub 311 W. Congress St.

912-344-9111 tijuanaflats.com

Rocks on the Roof 102 W. Bay St.

912-721-3901 bohemianhotelsavannah.com

912-349-5275 saddlebagssavannah.com/

Savannah Smiles 314 Williamson St.

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

Seahawk Cultural Center 70 Wilborn Rd. Service Brewing Company 574 Indian Street The Shrimp Factory 313 East River Street 912-236-4229 www.theshrimpfactory.com

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Tijuana Flats 1800 E. Victory Dr.

River House 125 W. River St.

912-234-1900 liveoakstore.com/riverhouse

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Vic’s on The River 26 E. Bay St.

912-748-1930 www.randywoodguitars.com

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Taste of India 401 Mall Blvd.

Randy Wood Guitars 1304 East Hwy. 80

Marquee Manor 422 Acton Court McDonough’s 21 E. McDonough St.

912-495-0705 mellowmushroom.com

912-921-2269

Two Tides Brewing Company 12 West 41st St. Tybee Post Theater 10 Van Horne

912-292-1656 ranchoalegrecuban.com

Saddle Bags 317 West River St.

912-233-6136 mcdonoughssavannah.com

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CULTURE THE ART•BEAT OF SAVANNAH Scenes from the most recent show at Hen House, “Works on Paper Salon Show,” curated by Louie Remy. PHOTOS BY RACHAEL FLORA.

BY RACHAEL FLORA

rachael@connectsavannah.com

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RIGHT NOW, Savannah’s art community faces a problem: too many artists, not enough gallery spaces.

With the recent closure of several gallery spaces, there are only so many places in town that artists can show their work.

That, of course, is a problem because artists need a place to show their work.

That need has inspired artists around the city to take matters into their own hands and start up their own art spaces.

From big endeavors like Cedar House Gallery to pop-ups like Morgan Adler’s living room gallery The Space Between, artists are forging spaces in a scene that desperately needs them.

The Hen House is one such space.

Run by artists Kevin Clancy and Chris Fisher, the studio space began in the most organic of ways.

“The complete impetus was to give our friends opportunities to show, and then organically it starts to grow from there,” explains Clancy. “There were people that came to the opening were people we didn’t reach out to, that had found the Instagram through other people’s Instagrams. It’s definitely a ground-up, grassroots kind of thing.”

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Paulsen, in close enough proximity to the First Friday circuit to bring that traffic, but far enough away to be a destination in and of itself.

“It’s not necessarily the foot traffic you get on Bull Street or people that just happens to be walking by,” says Fisher, “but [at the opening] there was a good amount of people that made a point of coming here.

Then, once they were here, the space is inviting enough where people would stay. I think the uniqueness of the location—not like walk in, see it, and leave—really benefited that opening show for sure.”

The space’s look is lo-fi by design. Fisher and Clancy built a flat white gallery wall over the original paneled walls. Those walls are offset by an unfinished floor, a deep blue accent wall, and exposed air vents.

“We were prepared to [hang art] on the old walls and make it down and dirty, just a little grungy,” says Clancy. “The floor is something we actually really love about it. There’s a nice polished feel to the walls.

The work is going to look nice on this flat, clean wall, and then some of the non-negotiables like the piano and the couch and these flat files—it’s a bit eclectic.”

The Hen House’s eclectic, unconventional approach to showing art will be what sets it apart for artists. It’s an arts incubator, not a gallery, which cuts the cost.

“We’re offering seven days for under $200, and we don’t take a cut of anything

that gets sold because we’re not in the business, we’re not a gallery,” explains Clancy.

“Yes, it’s a gallery space and we show art in it, but we did workshops last week, we’ve had friends that have mentioned doing book readings or outreach for issues that they’re passionate about, it can be anything. If you wanted to destroy this wall, we’ll probably let you.”

Clancy explains that since they’re paying the rent and aren’t working as gallerists, there are no hidden fees for the artist.

“What people are paying is literally what we’re paying,” he says. “And if they sell any work in here, they just take [that money].

It’s not our business what they do with it.”

“Our ultimate goal with this space, because artists don’t have a lot of money when they’re starting out, we wanted to make it so people could show for free and be able to get their art out there and not have to worry about these ridiculous price tags just to show for three to five days,” says Fisher.

As such, the Hen House is a bit of a financial gamble, but it’s an important one.

“When we talked it out in the beginning, it was like, ‘This is what we’ll pay for the whole summer,’” says Clancy. “If everything goes south and nothing good happens here, are we okay with that? And we agreed that we would be okay with that.”

So far, good things are happening. Last weekend, the Hen House saw its second group show, a works on paper exhibition curated by Louie Remy. Future projects

include a residency with Gonzalo Hernandez and an artist from Atlanta creating an installation through the whole space.

When the lease ends Nov. 1, Clancy and Fisher don’t want the Hen House to stop there.

“We want to take it on the road—we’ve been discussing that,” says Clancy. “Like the Hen House as a brand that’s interested in showing art, then I think we’ll probably switch to a more curatorial arm and start working with other galleries in the city do to Hen House Presents kinds of things, just to keep the momentum going.”

That momentum could have the potential to further build up Savannah’s art community.

“I think the biggest issue is that most people end up coming to Savannah, and it is an arts town, but they end up leaving to go to Asheville or Atlanta, a bigger city that has more arts-related things going on,” says Clancy. “This is a step in the right direction of what we need for artists living and working in this city, but I think it’s very obvious that some of the problems we have go down to our lack of support for humanities, even at the middle and high school levels.

“It’s a city built on art and there’s not a lot of arts infrastructure here for us.” CS

CULTURE VISUAL ARTS

QUESTIONS

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Lara Neece

BY RACHAEL FLORA

rachael@connectsavannah.com

LARA NEECE loves being outdoors.

Through her product line, Forest and Fin, Neece creates sustainable, earthy designs that reflect her passion for the environment.

The storefront of Forest and Fin has moved around over the years, eventually settling in Starland on Desoto Avenue.

Now, the store moves across the street to a larger location just in time for the July 13 Desoto Street Market.

We talked with Neece last week.

1. How did Forest and Fin get started?

2.Had art always been a part of your life?

It was kind of a new thing. I had taken just a couple art classes when I was in college.

All through high school and growing up I studied creative writing, which is why I went into publishing when I got out of

Lara Neece, left, at her new shop. PHOTOS COURTESY OF FOREST AND FIN.

school.

So I’ve always been creative, but I hadn’t really gotten too deep into fine art. I took some drawing and painting classes and fell in love. I was like, “Oh, I can totally do this.” When I was working my day job after college, I started doing little practice paintings for myself and did a series of animal portraits that were based off a NatGeo article about photographing endangered species before they go extinct. The person who started [the project] was photographing animals that were intelligent species, so border collies and parrots and sheep and things like that. I did a series of painting like that, which was really neat. It was setting up a difficult task for me and I just got better at it and wanted to keep doing it.

I always tell people, if you can write your name, you can learn how to draw. It’s the same motor skills. You just have to learn how to translate the world into 2D. It’s a new way of looking at the world and what you see and how to translate it.

I love working with line and color. I have to free up my brain so I can be in my creative space. Otherwise, the business side and the realist side and all those competing tasks I need to do start to fill in this space.

I need a lot of space for the creative juices to flow.

I do best if I segment my creative days so I literally schedule nothing else to do.

That way, I can spend time in the morning getting in the right zone, drinking my tea, putting on music, making sure my space is clean, and I can jump in with whatever project I have. But if I start answering emails first, then creative time just disappears.

4. You’ve been right in the middle of the Starland district. What’s it been like seeing its growth?

I love it. I’m a big fan of Asheville and their creative arts district, and I love that Asheville basically has its own little art tourism destinations. I think Savannah could do What’s your creative process like? the same thing. We have so many creative people here. Everyone in Savannah is creI haven’t been painting or drawing as much ative on some level. Start up a conversation lately because I had a baby and I have a with someone new and they’re like, “Oh, I shop and we moved locations. It’s just been paint out of my garage,” or, “I do these little a whirlwind couple years. I have to block craft things in my spare time.” I run into so time off for it. Inspiration comes from many people like that, and I feel like there being outside, so when I’m outside a lot, could be a concentrated area of artists in I’m very inspired to get back to my work, Savannah that could be a destination for and usually that’s getting back to drawing tourists to come and see what we’re doing, or painting, doing little sketches of aniwhich is what I would love to see happen. mals or quick little landscape paintings.

The Starland is a great place to start.

3.

5.

You just moved across Desoto to a new, bigger shop. What’s the goal for this new space?

The goal is for it to continue to be my creative outlet and have a place to sell my work. The goal is to continue releasing new product designs and continue pushing my art.

We’re setting up a gallery wall in this space; I’m filling it with other artists’ work and I’ll have a section of it, too. I have some smaller pieces I brought over from the old space. Then I’ve reached out to a couple new artists, either that I’ve known through other artist co-ops or that I met recently.

We’ll have a mix of landscape, abstract work and nature-inspired work.

I’m partnering with Fete Chalet and she’s going to be serving up healthy, superfood, fun, non-alcoholic beverages. I want to make this a space people could come and hang out. A lot of times, in my old space, people would be like, “This is so cool, I could live here.” I had a really cool loft in there, the vibe and the light was a really nice place to be, and that’s what I wanted to create in this space as well, but with additional seating.

We’re also planning to start offering creative workshops and classes. I’ve always wanted to do screen printing classes, but my old space was too small to do it. CS

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Forest and Fin started probably eight years ago, when I was living in Charleston on a sailboat. My husband and I had plans to travel, and I quit my day job and just started doing artwork on the side. I started screen printing a little bit, started a blog— the blog was called Forest and Fin. It was a line in a poem I wrote in college. It symbolizes everything that inspires me in the natural world. Forest is plant, fin is animal, then forest is land and fin is sea. Everything in the world in these two words.

So I wrote the blog while we were traveling, and before I left I screen printed a bunch of T-shirts to go along with some artwork I was doing for a show. At the time, I was hand-drawing my designs on wood panels and painting them. I took a couple designs directly off the wood panels and put them on T-shirts. I still print some of those designs, too. We loaded up the boat with the box of shirts and I sold them while we were traveling. A couple little shops started carrying them on consignment.

That was really exciting, and friends liked them, so when I got done sailing I was kind of like, “What do I do now?” I didn’t want to go back into publishing—that’s what I did before. I was just sitting in a cubicle all day, and it wasn’t for me.

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OPENINGS & RECEPTIONS

GUEST ROOM — The SCAD Museum of Art presents “Guest Room,” the first museum exhibition in the U.S. by artist Alex Gardner.

Through July 13. scadmoa.org/. SCAD Museum of Art, 601 Turner Blvd.

HOMESPUN — Sulfur Studios is pleased to present Homespun, a show about feminine handiwork and the woman artists who embrace and explore this tradition in regards to home, memory, and the deterioration of those ideas. Featured artists include: Emily Nola, Madison Kline, Emily Renee Stockwell, Allie Mosley, Alison Lopez and Sarah Mabry.

Homespun is curated by Christian Miguel Gutierrez. July 11-20. sulfurstudios.org.

Sulfur Studios, 2301 Bull St. KAREN BIRCHMEIER JEWELRY TRUNK SHOW — Meet jewelry artist Karen Birchmier and get acquainted with her elegant, easy-towear creations. Fri., July 12, 5 p.m. grandbohemiangallery.com/. The Grand Bohemian Gallery, 700 Drayton St. MICHAEL KOLSTER: TAKE ME TO THE RIVER — Michael Kolster: Take Me to the River is a solo exhibition of contemporary wet-plate ambrotypes from the artist’s Rivers series (2011-2014), for which he was awarded a 2013 Guggenheim Fellowship in Photography. In Take Me to the River, Michael Kolster (American, b. 1963) explores four American rivers that flow into the Atlantic Ocean—the Androscoggin, Schuylkill, James, and Savannah—as they emerge from two centuries of industrial use and neglect.

Free with museum admission. See website for rates. July 12-Sep. 29. Jepson Center for the Arts, 207 West York St.

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ON BEING TENDER— “On Being Tender,” is a group exhibition on Penetrability and Softness. In both personal and interpersonal exchanges of vulnerability lies the potential for kindness and softness. This exhibition features work by artists creating within that space between exposure and strength.

Featuring work by Michele Mobley, Christian Gutierrez, Madison Kline, Hannah Alsdorf, Gonzalo Hernandez, Mikhaela Sarmiento, Nicole Feinberg, and Granger Eltringham. Fri.,

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IF ONLY — “If Only” is a show of papercut paradoxical paradises by Peter Roberts.

17 new works explore randomly connected thoughts that become fanciful environments. Through July 26. Location Gallery at Savannah LGBT Center, 1515 Bull St. ILLUSORY ARTIFACTS — Illusory Artifacts

by Jared M. Thomas is an on-going series of photos made on the streets of New York City from 2014 to present. Through July 23. In Vino Veritas, 102 E. Liberty St. “Homespun,’’curated by Christian Miguel Gutierrez, is on display now through July 20. This installation work, “Notes on Home,” is by Emily Nola. PHOTO COURTESY OF SULFUR STUDIOS.

July 12, 5 p.m. The Drawing Room Savannah, 115 W. 42nd St.

scadmoa.org/. SCAD Museum of Art, 601 Turner Blvd.

WILD THINGS, TENDER PLACES — Louie Remy & Andrew K. Shepherd are presenting some recent work and exploring the space between tenderness and wilderness at Fab’rik Savannah on June 12 from 6-9. Stop by for some light refreshments and some art. Free Fri., July 12, 6-9 p.m. Fab’rik, 318 West Broughton St.

BLACKEST NIGHT: A SURVEY IN BLACKNESS — SCAD Museum of Art presents the first museum exhibition by New York-based artist Azikiwe Mohammed. Through Sep. 1. scadmoa.org/. SCAD Museum of Art, 601 Turner Blvd.

CONTINUING EXHIBITS AINT-BAD: COLLABORATIONS — Collaborations focuses on a selection of artists whose work was part of the 2018-2019 publication of Aint–Bad Issue No.13. Through Aug. 10. Laney Contemporary, 1810 Mills B. Lane Blvd.

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THE CENTER IS EVERYWHERE — The SCAD Museum of Art presents “The Center is Everywhere,” an exhibition by SCAD alumna Capucine Gros. Through Aug. 11. scadmoa.org/. SCAD Museum of Art, 601 Turner Blvd.

CITY OF THE SUN — “City of the Sun,” exhibited at the SCAD Museum of Art, is a select reading of artist Lee Bul’s painting and sculpture from the past nine years. Through July 28. scadmoa.org/. SCAD Museum of Art, 601 Turner Blvd.

FOLKLORE — Folklore is a site-specific installation by Jessica Pope (American, B. 1983) for the 2019 iteration of Telfair Museums’ annual Boxed In/Break Out project.

Through Oct. 27. telfair.org/jepson/. Jepson Center for the Arts, 207 West York St.

KEITA TAKAHASHI: ZOOMING OUT — Telfair Museums hosts the first museum survey of the work of visionary videogame designer Keita Takahashi (Japanese, b.

1975). Through July 14. Jepson Center for the Arts, 207 West York St. POWER AND PATIENCE: GROUP SHOW BENEFITING KEITH KOZEL — A talented group of artists have come together and generously donated works of art to benefit long time Savannahian rocker and artist Keith Kozel. Through July 28. foxyloxycafe. com. Foxy Loxy Cafe, 1919 Bull St. THE PRINTS OF DAME LAURA KNIGHT — Telfair Museums exhibits nine prints by Dame Laura Knight (British, 1877-1970), together for the first time since they were acquired by the museum in 1949. Through July 28. telfair.org/jepson/. Jepson Center for the Arts, 207 West York St. SOURCE TO SEA: ANSLEY WEST RIVERS — Source to Sea: Ansley West Rivers considers Ansley West Rivers’ (American, b. 1983) Seven Rivers photographic series.

Through Nov. 3. Jepson Center for the Arts, 207 West York St. SUZANNE JACKSON: FIVE DECADES — Telfair Museums proudly presents Suzanne Jackson: Five Decades, the first full-career survey and most comprehensive presentation to date for American artist Suzanne Jackson (American, b. 1944).Through Oct. 13. telfair.org/jepson/. Jepson Center for the Arts, 207 West York St. THINGS — Sarmad Khazraji is the July featured artist for Gallery Espresso. The opening reception is July 18 from 6-9 p.m.

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FOOD & DRINK EPICUROPEDIA

Reece Barbecue’s labor of love BARBECUE IS about community. Bountiful plates of painstakingly cooked meats are often shared across the dinner table with more Southern sides than most diners know what to do with. Sharing lovingly cooked hearty food with others is how community is built.

For one new food truck, Reece Barbecue, the community aspect of barbecue means so much more. What started as a way to contribute to his community has now blossomed into a profitable business.

The owner and self-taught meat smoking master, Maurice Green, took the first step to creating his empire 17 years ago in an attempt to give back. As part of the Omar Temple No. 21 Shriners, Green started cooking at community events serving hotdogs, burgers, and the works. After

Maurice Green of Reece Barbecue. PHOTO BY LINDY MOODY.

the best uniforms. We changed the whole

game. We followed another team called Savannah Staggs. They had the blue helmets, so we went out and we go the orange helmets. Everyone else had white helmets because they used the city equipment, and we did not use the city equipment. We started fundraising on our own and buying our own uniforms,” Green smiled and told me.

Those who loved Green’s food began to ask for catering services. As a natural next step, Green took the opportunity to continue his barbecue outreach by cooking for weddings, family reunions, and everything else in between.

Mind you, Green did all of this work while maintaining a job with the City of Savannah until the time came for retirement. He even cooked for his coworkers from time to time. “I get to work in my passion. I do not have to wait until I am sixty-three, sixty-five years old to say I am going to go try what I always like to do,” Green explained.

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leaving Omar, Green began working with Shooting Stars which soon followed with Savannah Stars, where he continued his philanthropy through food by selling dinners all year around at various events hosted by each organization.

The idea was to give a little barbecue in order to raise funds for better uniforms and equipment. “I watched how [the barbecue] raised money, and people liked the food. So I came up with my own recipe as I was cooking all the food,” Green explained as we sat inside of his shiny new food truck smelling the food that was smoking in preparation for the upcoming weekend.

The barbecue dinners continued year after year, which allowed Green to perfect his recipes while raising thousands of dollars to share with each organization. Even better than his barbecue was the effect the work was having on the kids. “We were always looking good, in the whole community, with

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Reece Barbecue’s truck is always on the go. PHOTO BY LINDY MOODY.

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He elaborated, “I figured one day I would try to get a food truck or a food trailer. At first I thought I would get a brick and mortar until food trucks came out three years ago.”

As they say, the rest is history. Green worked double time until he was able to accomplish his dream and buy his very own food truck. The name came naturally, giving credit due where it was owed. Reece Barbecue also designates to everyone that this is his barbecue and no one else’s.

Reece Barbecue, although only on wheels for a few short weeks, has been an absolute hit with the community—constantly selling out and receiving five star ratings on his social media platforms.

According to Green, “I sold out last Saturday on Ogeechee Road. The demand on the food down there was so high. I did not know it was going to be like that. That was only my second week being out on the corner, selling.”

Just because Green and Reece Barbecue hit the big time does not mean the giving back has stopped. Now Green is able to drive his mobile smokehouse to various community and charity functions throughout Savannah.

As for the smoking process, Green uses wood that is native to Savannah. White oak, water oak, red oak, laurel oak, and hickory are just some soaked wood chips thrown onto the grill before smoking. “I don’t like live oak; it tends to be a little too

dark. It is a hardwood tree, and it gives out a tart taste,” said Green.

To be expected, Green would not share the secret parts of his recipe, but he did enlighten me as to what sets his barbecue apart. Barbecue is like a thumb print. It’s unique to each person that cooks it.

I did learn how to put that fingerprint on your meat. According to Green, preparation is key, along with heavy seasoning, using good meat with good fat lines, and learning from others. He told me, “I don’t write anything down, I know what I use. I only use a number of seasonings and how I put everything together on certain foods.”

The meat on his menu includes pulled pork, ribs, turkey legs, and chicken. And for the sides you will find red rice, dirty rice, collards, baked beans, cabbage, and squash and zucchini.

“I don’t use barbecue sauce—my thing is the meat. I do not put any sauce on it when I serve it to them. They get meat with no sauce,” Green elaborated, “I do not have anything to hide, so all I do is cook the meat. You get to see the meat and you get to taste it.”

Reece Barbecue has set up shop on the south side of Savannah but can also be found at many of the various summer events around the city. To give back like Maurice Green has done for so many years, you can find his location on his Facebook page. But be warned: get to his truck early before all of his food sells out. CS

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Following “The Blip” (aka “The Snap” aka See Avengers: Endgame) and its fiveyears-later ramifications, everyone is still trying to put their lives back together. That includes Peter, still reeling from the loss of his friend and mentor, Tony Stark. Working through his sorrow, Peter prefers to focus on spending time with his best friend Ned (Jacob Batalon) and getting up the nerve to ask MJ (Zendaya) to be his girlfriend. (Side note: It’s lucky for Peter that his friends also disappeared during “The Blip,” since it would otherwise be awkward for college-age kids Ned and MJ to have this high school squirt constantly pestering them.) Peter figures he’ll have ample time to hang out with both during his class’s upcoming European field trip, but the (Marvel) universe has other plans for our friendly neighborhood webslinger.

Before he even leaves the U.S., there are those pestering calls from Nick Fury (Samuel L. Jackson), who wants Peter to step up in his role as a superhero. And once he hits Europe, there are the Elementals, interdimensional beings that employ nature to batter our planet. In Venice, that would be the Water Elemental, and while

OO As far as unnecessary sequels go, both 2014’s Annabelle and 2017’s Annabelle: Creation make convincing cases for their existence. Designed as offshoot cash-ins to the 2013 hit The Conjuring (and its own follow-up, 2016’s The Conjuring 2), these Peter is caught somewhat flatfooted by the films sought to explain the origins of the creature, another dynamic figure, Quentin spooky doll first referenced in The ConjurBeck/Mysterio (Jake Gyllenhaal), is on ing. What’s impressive about the twofer hand to save the day. Peter and Quentin is that, while Annabelle seemed to have hit it off immediately, and Peter sees in answered all pertinent questions about the older man not only a mentor like Tony the genesis of the doll, Annabelle: Creation Stark but possibly a new hero as potentially went even further back in time to present iconic and influential as Iron Man. the story behind the story. Like a puzzle Following 2017’s impressive Spiderpiece, the ending of Annabelle: Creation Man: Homecoming, which provided Holsnapped neatly into place with the beginland’s hero with his first solo starring ning of Annabelle, and the two pictures vehicle, Spider-Man: Far from Home established an identity as their own selfends up in the so-close-and-yet-so-far contained saga. category. The first half is mostly terrific, Of course, once the two movies managed thanks to the immense charms of Holland to gross a combined $550 million worldand his youthful co-stars as well as their wide, it became a guarantee that a third characters’ various shenanigans. Indeed, chapter would be added. There’s not really this portion of the film succeeds as a high much else to relate about the antique doll, school comedy first and a superhero saga so Annabelle Comes Home tacks on what second, although the specter of Thanos’ amounts to a hastily scrawled postscript. world-changing actions are never far from As initially seen in The Conjuring, the doll anyone’s thoughts. is now in the possession of paranormal A villain eventually comes into focus investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren in the second half, and it’s here where the (characters based on a pair of real-life shyfilm takes a tumble. His nefarious scheme sters who made a living peddling this nonis cut from the same megalomaniacal cloth sense), so this entry wonders what would donned by most evildoers, yet the specifhappen if Annabelle busted loose and ics sound puny and borderline risible. wreaked havoc on the Warren homestead.

And while this character’s self-entitled Vera Farmiga and Patrick Wilson again status, combined with his propensity portray Lorraine and Ed, although their for making up “alternative facts,” makes roles in this film are supporting ones. him the perfect Trump-era villain, he’s Instead, the focus is on their daughter written too thinly to make much of an Judy (Mckenna Grace) and the horrors impression. Couple this with the fact that that occur while Mom and Dad are away the homestretch is packed with numbon a case. Judy’s babysitter Mary Ellen ing CGI battles (including some “virtual (Madison Iseman) is responsible enough, reality” interludes that pale next to the but the same can’t be said of Mary Ellen’s phantasmagoric sights seen in last year’s friend Daniela (Katie Sarife). Vaguely hopOscar-winning Spider-Man: Into the Spiing to make contact with her deceased der-Verse), and the movie has lost much of father, Daniela ignores Judy’s warnings the personality that propelled it during the and breaks into the locked room that holds first part.

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all of the evil artifacts the Warrens have confiscated over the years. Daniela not only messes with most of the items but also opens the cabinet that houses the Annabelle doll. This action results in all sorts of monstrosities being unleashed, including a grouchy Samurai and a demon dog seemingly borrowed from The Hound of the Baskervilles.

It’s all rather tedious, resulting in a series of jump-scares that lead to neither jumps nor scares. Part of the problem is the setting of the Warren residence, which proves to be woefully inadequate as a haunted house. Poltergeist made the haunted suburban home memorable by treating it as a roller coaster ride, but by going for straight ambience, Annabelle Comes Home has no backup when said atmospherics fail to materialize. Of course, any edifice can probably be made menacing with the right angles and proper lighting — for instance, the 2007 Spanish gem [REC] managed to turn a Barcelona apartment building into Hell on Earth — but director Gary Dauberman and cinematographer Michael Burgess find more menace in the early-‘70s décor than they do in any of the horrific happenings.

But say this for the film’s titular doll: In a celebrity death match, it’s a given that she would eviscerate that wimpy new incarnation of Chucky.

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OOO Yesterday arrives on the cinematic scene boasting a terrific premise, but, as the hoary saying goes, that’s only half the battle. Executing a catchy premise with the attention and intelligence it deserves is another matter, and that’s where many movies drop the ball (recent cases in point: The Dead Don’t Die and Alita: Battle Angel). Happily, that’s not the case with Yesterday, an absolutely inspiring and disarming picture that makes the most of its unique hook.

EastEnders’ Himesh Patel proves to be an affable lead as Jack Malik, an aspiring singer-songwriter whose career is going nowhere in his English seaside town.

With only his friend and manager Ellie (Lily James) believing in him, he decides it’s time to finally call it quits and back off from music. But after he gets hit by a bus during a strange blackout that affects the entire world, he reawakens to find some things have changed. Specifically, he learns that, somehow, The Beatles have never existed, meaning that no one has ever heard of John-Paul-George-Ringo or Abbey Road or “I Saw Her Standing There.” Thus, when Jack plays one of their songs, everyone assumes that he wrote it and he’s quickly praised for his musical genius. Sensing an opportunity, he recalls from memory as many Beatles songs as he 30 can (although he struggles to remember

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the exact lyrics to “Eleanor Rigby”) and passes them off as his own. Not surprisingly, he soon becomes the biggest music star in the world.

Yesterday is largely positioned as a love story between Jack and Ellie, which makes sense since, in the immortal words of Lennon-McCartney, all you need is love.

This portion of the film takes time getting established — the beginning is so fuzzy that I thought Jack pined for Ellie, not vice versa — but, backed by the gentle performances from Patel and James, it eventually comes into focus. And for comic relief, Joel Fry is on hand as Jack’s dim-witted road manager (he’s only fitfully amusing) and Kate McKinnon turns up as Jack’s no-nonsense new agent (she’s uproarious throughout).

Still, it’s the Beatles angle that of course provides the film with most of its juice.

Sharply scripted by Richard Curtis (Four Weddings and a Funeral) and zestfully directed by Danny Boyle (Trainspotting), Yesterday touches on relevant themes connected to the world of entertainment, including the need to be in the right place at the right time to get discovered (if a song falls from a singer’s lips and no one is around to hear it, does it make a sound?), the humbling nature of genuine works of art (Ed Sheeran, playing himself, laments that he’s Salieri to Jack’s Mozart), and the manner in which committee groupthink can destroy originality (e.g. Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band is a terrible title, the White Album lacks diversity, and “Hey Jude” would make more sense as “Hey Dude”). There’s also a late-inning development that might strike some as tasteless, although I found it lovely. And as the cherry on top, it’s revealed that The Beatles aren’t the only thing forgotten by the world (no fair springing the surprises here).

OPHELIA

OOO In every traditional adaptation of William Shakespeare’s Hamlet, it’s established that there might be a method to the Danish prince’s madness. Has the melancholy son of the murdered king really gone insane in the brain, or is he just feigning craziness as a ruse?

In Ophelia, this mode of madness also applies to its titular character. In the Shakespeare text, Hamlet’s lady love clearly loses her mind and ends up drowning, but in this offbeat offshoot of the original, the waters are more murky than previously imagined. Hard-line traditionalists might clutch their thesis papers and faint, but those interested in radical approaches to art will be amused at how this picture colors in certain details. And until the denouement, it does so without ever straying outside the margins.

Directed by Claire McCarthy and scripted by Semi Chellas (adapting Lisa Klein’s YA novel), Ophelia offers an imaginative retelling of an acknowledged masterpiece from an alternate POV. Daisy Ridley, best known as the Jedi Rey in the latest round of Star Wars adventures, essays the role of Ophelia, who’s no longer a supporting character in someone else’s show but rather the headliner. Thus, it’s largely through her eyes that we watch the castle intrigue unfold, as young Hamlet (George MacKay) is rocked by the death of his father and suspects that Claudius (Clive Owen, sporting an unfortunate wig seemingly left over from Monty Python and the Holy Grail) was responsible for his demise. But Claudius is now married to Hamlet’s mother, Queen Gertrude (a fiery Naomi Watts), and therefore untouchable, meaning that the prince must go to extraordinary lengths to exact his revenge.

As for Ophelia, she’s no passive observer but a key player in the proceedings, ignoring the advice of both her duplicitous dad

Polonius (Dominic Mafham) and wellmeaning brother Laertes (Tom Felton) and mapping out a course of action that will result in a happily-ever-after for herself and Hamlet. Good luck with that.

There’s great fun in watching the liberties taken by Ophelia and understanding that none of it actually runs contrary to what was set in stone in Shakespeare’s original. It’s conceivable that these new sequences taking place at the same time as the ones immortalized in Hamlet could really be occurring, and when the two storylines intersect, they do so in a manner that clicks together like two puzzle pieces.

That’s why the final act ranks as such a disappointment. After carefully bridging the gap between the two narratives for almost the entirety, there was an inexplicable decision to suddenly toss the dogeared Folger Shakespeare Library copy of the play out the window and make everything up. These perplexing plot pirouettes only serve to weaken our admiration for what McCarthy and co. have accomplished up to this point.

CHILD’S PLAY

O Conceived by Don Mancini, directed by Tom Holland, and scripted by Mancini, Holland and John Lafia, 1988’s Child’s Play was a nifty horror yarn that introduced the world to Chucky (voiced by Brad Dourif), a “Good Guy”-brand doll possessed by the spirit of a serial killer following a voodoo incantation. Kevin Yagher designed the excellent effects that animated the Chucky doll, with a clear distinction between the harmless “Good Guy” mode and the demented killer look. In other words, simply based on looks, it was easy to see why kids would want a Good Guy doll and equally obvious why absolutely no one would want a psychotic one.

The new version, also titled Child’s Play, has no room for such niceties, preferring to bask in laziness at every turn. In this rendition (which tellingly received no input from Mancini or Holland), Chucky (voiced

by Mark Hamill) isn’t evil because he harbors the soul of a mass murderer; instead, he’s naughty because a disgruntled factory employee disabled all of his AI safety features. Be still, my beating heart. It’s a ludicrous concept, although I suspect some susceptible viewers might arrive home after the screening and worry that Alexa might burn the house down or, even worse, cancel their Netflix and Amazon Prime subscriptions.

As for the look of Chucky? The poor design means he’s as creepy BEFORE he’s possessed as afterward, and the thought of children lining up to buy this hideous doll is only slightly less believable than the thought of 5-year-olds queueing up to purchase a Che Guevara T-shirt or a DVD of Antonioni’s The Passenger. CS

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ACTIVISM & POLITICS

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.

DISTRICT 4 ALDERMAN JULIAN MILLER TOWN HALL MEETING District 4 Alderman Julian Miller is scheduling a District Town Hall meeting to discuss the Casey South Drainage Project and the Jacob G. Smith School Drainage Project. Thu., July 11, 6:30 p.m. sjchs.org/.

Candler Hospital, 5353 Reynolds St. LWVCGA SUMMER HAPPY HOUR Come learn about the League of Women Voters of Coastal Georgia, write your legislators, and find out more about activism and advocacy. Free Tue., July 16, 6-7:30 p.m. lwvcga@gmail.com. lwvcga. org/events. Savannah Coffee Roasters, 215 West Liberty Street.

SAVANNAH AREA YOUNG REPUBLICANS Get involved. Meetings are the last Tuesday of every month (except for December) at 7:00pm. Contact number: (912) 657-9623 912-604-0797. chairman@sayr.org. sayr.org.

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. MEMBERSHIP YEARLY FEES are: Individual $25. - Household (2 people) $40.

- Business $50. and Students $10. Free 6-7 p.m. mansiononforsythpark.com. Mansion on Forsyth Park, 700 Drayton St.

AUDITIONS AND CALLS FOR ENTRIES

AUDITIONS FOR ARMSTRONG YOUTH ORCHESTRA Auditions for our spring session will be held January 9, 2019. Students who played in the Fall 2018 session, and who plan to remain in the same ensemble, do not need to re-audition in January. The January auditions are for new students, or students wishing to move to a different ensemble.

Choose your instrument from the list on their website - https://ayosavannah.org/ auditions/ -to see the audition requirements for applicable ensembles. Then, contact them via email at ayosavannah2004@ gmail.com to reserve an audition date and time, or with any questions you may have. ongoing. Armstrong Campus, Georgia Southern University, 11935 Abercorn St. CALL FOR ARTISTS FOR “A BOOK ABOUT LOVE” GROUP SHOW What is your interpretation of love? We think we know it until we must articulate it, sustain it, trust it and at some point, act on, in, or with it. While tales and experience and these days, social media roar the meanings of love to us, what does love look like to YOU? We’re asking you to visually show us. The medium you use to express your interpretation of the theme is fully open.

Film: Men In Black International

This brand-new spin off to the wildly popular Men in Black action/comedy series has Chris Hemsworth as Agent H teaming up with a woman (gasp!) soon to be known as Agent M. These two secret agents become involved in a series of alien attacks that sends them traveling around the globe. The Men in Black have always protected the Earth from the scum of the universe. In this new adventure, they tackle their biggest threat to date: a mole in the Men in Black organization. Liam Neeson also stars as High T, the head of the MIB London branch. $8 ADULTS, $5 CHILDREN 12 AND UNDER WED., JULY 10, 3 & 7 P.M., THU., JULY 11, 3 & 7 P.M. AND FRI., JULY 12, 7 P.M. 912-472-4790. INFO@ TYBEEPOSTTHEATER.ORG. TYBEE POST THEATER, 10 VAN HORNE.

We want the final image on a postcard, not the artwork itself. Read details on how and why on our website. Deadline Aug 6. $15 Through Aug. 5. 912-596-3873. tatiana@thestudioschoolsavannah.com. thestudioschoolsavannah.com/artistcall. html. Studio School, 1319 Bull St. 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.

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.

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/.

BASIC SELF DEFENSE Essential self-defense for adults. $30/ month Tuesdays, Thursdays, 6 p.m. fit912savannah.com. fit912savannah.com.

Fit912 Savannah, 428 Bull Street.

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.

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CAMP BUDDY CHATHAM This year’s Chatham Camp Buddy will have a Super Hero theme designed to bring an action-filled twist to camp activities such as music, dance, arts and crafts as well as STEM activities, baking and math games.

Chatham County high school campers will ride the city bus to visit Bitty and Beau’s coffee shop where they will learn about employment, make cookies and deliver them to the Ronald McDonald House. They also will pack food at America’s Second Harvest of Coastal Georgia. Times: Middle and high school camps will be 9 a.m.-1 p.m., and elementary school camp will be 1 p.m.-4 Every other Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. (912) 220-6429. pbjhussey@gmail.com. Marshpoint Elementary School, 135 Whitmarsh Island Dr. CAMP STAND UP! ANTI-BULLYING CAMP Heartwork for the Soul hosts Camp Stand Up, the only summer program exclusively focused on removing bullying from the childhood experience. The cost for the camp includes daily activities, meals, snacks, and field trips. Through July 19.

912-996-1073. karenmonsanto54@gmail. com. The Church, God’s Dwelling Place, 211 Television Circle.

COCKTAIL CLASSES Congress Street Up hosts Cocktail Classes every Monday night at 6:30. Learn how to shake and stir like a pro. Learn all about the fancy tools we use and their fascinating history. Impress your friends and make your co-workers envious. $35.00 Mondays, 6:30-8 p.m. 912.220.1249. kblack@historictours.com. facebook.com/ pg/CongressStreetUp/about/?ref=page_ internal. Congress Street Up, 220 W. Congress St. CONTEMPORARY DANCE FUSION CLASS AT THE STUDIO IN THUNDERBOLT Join a classically trained dance teacher for a fun and challenging dance class. Focus on technique, choreography, and whatever else you would like to do! Opportunity to learn aerial hammock moves as well.

Every Sunday from 6-7pm $20. To reserve a space call/text 912-483-2109 or email ktoyogasurf@gmail.com ongoing.

COUNTRY TWO STEP GROUP CLASS Join us every week to learn how to dance to the classics and modern day songs of country music. All levels welcome- beginners to advanced. Each week will progress from the previous.

First week is the top of the month and runs for 4 weeks. Sign up today! $40 for 4 weeks Thursdays, 7-8 p.m. 612-4706683. salondebaile.dance@gmail.com. salondebailedancestudio.com. Salon de Baile Dance & Fitness Studio, 301 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. You’re Invited To A Free Masterclass: 5 Steps to Turning Your Talents and Expertise Into A Successful Online Coaching Business (even 32 if you have no idea how to get started!) See

Ballroom Fit

Always wanted to learn how to ballroom dance? Don’t have a partner? Want to get in shape and have fun in the process? If you answered yes to any of these questions, this program is for you! Learn how to ballroom dance and get a great workout in the process. We use all styles of music that are modern or traditional. Cha Cha, Rumba, Swing, Jive, Samba, Paso Doble, Foxtrot, Waltz, Hustle, and more! Check out our schedule for more details.

4 CLASSES FOR $40, 10 CLASSES FOR $80, UNLIMITED FOR $120 SUNDAYS, 5-6 P.M., MONDAYS, 6-7 P.M., TUESDAYS, 12:30-1 P.M., WEDNESDAYS, 12:30-1 & 6-7 P.M. AND THURSDAYS, 12:30-1 P.M. 612.470.6683.

SALONDEBAILEDANCESTUDIO.COM. SALON DE BAILE DANCE & FITNESS STUDIO, 301 US HWY 80 SE. website for more info at www.laurenl.com/ creativity_coaching/ or contact Creativity@ LaurenL.com ongoing. Online, ---.

DRUM FOLK: A RIDDIMIC RESCUE Join a new folk and funk cultural movement built within the classic traditions of Gullah-Geechee cultural legacy. Learn about juba, hand jive, ring play, ring shout, tambourine, riddimic movement, and vocalization along with the various regional drum legacies connecting national and international culture. $12 per 1.5 hour

session Wednesdays, 7 p.m. nowgriot1@ aol.com. sulfurstudios.org. Sulfur Studios, 2301 Bull St. 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.

Sign in time begins 6:00-6:20 p.m. Panel starts promptly at 6:30 p.m. and ends at approximately 8:00 P.M. Fee is $40.00 money orders or certified bank checks only

payable to DUI Prevention Group. Meets monthly, check the website. $40/session (912) 691-4905. info@duipreventiongroup. org.

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.

HOW TO HEM PANTS $40 Thu., July 11, 6:30 p.m. 115 W 42nd St, 115 West 42nd Street.

HYPNOSIS AND GUIDED IMAGERY Hypnosis, Guided Imagery, Mindfulness, Eft, will create neural pathways in the brain Because our brains are neuroplastic it has a positive effect and helps you to recover from anxiety, stress, trauma, and PTSD, It’s great for weight loss and to stop smoking.

Kind and compassionate care. 25 years experience. Call 912-927-3432. Website: www. Savannahypnosis.com. Facebook: Alpha Institute. ongoing.

JENKINS ATHLETIC CLUB SUMMER CAMP The camp runs Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Daily activities include game room, movies, basketball, dodgeball, kickball, swimming pool, field trips, arts and crafts, and more. To register, contact Billy Covington at bcovington@@vbjbc.com or billy@jenkinsathleticclub.com. Through Aug. 2. 912-713-3501. Jenkins Athletic Club, 6408 Waters Ave. 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. LANDLORD & VACANT PROPERTY OWNERS RIGHTS & RESPONSIBILITIES WORKSHOP The workshop will touch bases on several topics including Georgia Legal Services Eviction Prevention Project, recent City ordinance changes and financial incentives for property improvements. The workshop is FREE, but space is limited. Please register at Savannahga.gov/NLI. For more information contact the Human Services Department at 912-651-6520. Thu., July 11, 4 p.m. Elks Lodge, 183 Wilshire Blvd.

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

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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. 912-354-1500. portmansmusic. com. Portman’s Music Superstore, 7650 Abercorn St. POWER SELF DEFENSE Join us for fun and fitness in the heart of downtown Savannah. Fit912Savannah offers fun, safe, friendly classes in yoga, self defense, dance, and fitness, with more classes coming soon! Have a question, want to register? Contact us at nfo@ fit912savannah.com! Located in the lower level of the United Way Building, 428 Bull Street, Savannah, GA (Enter via the red doors on East Wayne Street) Tuesdays, Thursdays, 7 p.m. fit912savannah.com. fit912savannah.com. Fit912 Savannah, 428 Bull Street.

REACH CUSTOMERS ONLINE WITH GOOGLE The UGA Small Business Development Center in Savannah and the UGA SBDC at Georgia Southern University, present a workshop entitled “Reach Customers Online with Google” on three different dates at three different locations. July 9th in Statesboro, July 16th in Pooler and July 23rd in Vidalia. All sessions from 9:00 a.m. to 11 a.m. Find out what Google knows about your business and get your Google Business Page verified during the session.

For more information, visit https://www. georgiasbdc.org/reach-customers-onlinewith-google/ Through July 23.

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. SEWING FOR BEGINNERS $40 Mon., July 15, 7 p.m. 115 W 42nd St, 115 West 42nd Street.

SIPS & SUCCULENTS Come get your hands dirty with Chelsea Gray and Hallie Carr, of Happily Ever Oily, as we dig in to learn the basics of crafting your very own succulent terrarium while you sip on local spirits from Ghost Coast Distillery. Learn how to create your own easy-to-care-for terrarium using natural elements and beautiful succulents. Guests will learn the basics of building your own ecosystem, what succulents are and how to properly take care of them. 20.00 Fri., July 12, 6-8 p.m. 9124331910. kaitlynn@ ghostcoastdistillery.com. facebook. com/events/2251128188473816/. ghostcoastdistillery.com. Ghost Coast Distillery, 641 Indian St. SUMMER READING PROGRAM Reach for the stars with Summer Reading Program at Live Oak Public Libraries!

Explore “A Universe of Stories” from June 1 through July 31 at your local library.

Enjoy great books and exciting activities all summer long. Visit www.liveoakpl.org for

details. #LibrariesLiftoff Free and open to the public. Mondays-Fridays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

912-652-3600. communications@liveoakpl. org. liveoakpl.org/events/srp19. liveoakpl. org. Bull Street Library, 2002 Bull St. SUMMER SEA CAMP Kids 6-11 years old Morning and/or Afternoon Modules, After Care, Curbside Drop-off/Pick-up Summer FUN for the kids… designed to fit your schedule Choose a combination of days and times to fit your summer schedule. Each camp session runs Monday to Friday. Sign-up for all five days of a camp session, or any combination of days, mornings, or afternoon modules. Each day has two 3-hour modules: Mornings, 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. & Afternoons, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. After care available from 4-5 pm for $10/day. $30 per module Mondays-Fridays, 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. 912786-5917. brenda@tybeemarinescience. org. tybeemarinescience.org. tybeemarinescience.org/. The Tybee Island Marine Science Center’s summer Sea Camp is now accepting registrations online at www.tybeemarinescience.org.

Designed for kids ages six to 11 years old, the educational camp offers weekday morning or afternoon modules, as well as whole day and full week options. Each module focuses on a different coastal critter and includes outdoor beach time in addition to classroom learning in a fun, relaxed setting. Modules are $30 each and after care is available for an additional fee. Members receive Sea Camp discounts based on their membership level. Sea Camp kicks off on Memorial Day, Monday, May 27, and runs through Friday, August 2, including Independence Day. Each module is limited to 15 campers.

For a complete list of module topics or to register, see the website. Through Aug. 2. tybeemarinescience.org/. Tybee Island Marine Science Center, 1510 Strand Ave. 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.

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 award-winning 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

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. For more info visit https://www.abeniculturalarts.com or call 912-272-2797. ongoing. abeniculturalarts@ gmail.com. abeniculturalarts.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.

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 Our mission is to further the art of beading and bead education within our membership and our communities.

Visit website for more info regarding the next Bead-In Class or the next CBS Meeting! ongoing. coastalbeadsociety. com/coastalbeadsociety-com. cgc. georgiasouthern.edu/. Coastal Georgia Center, 305 Fahm Street.

FIBER GUILD OF THE SAVANNAHS A club focusing on weaving, spinning, basket making, knitting, crocheting, quilting, beading, rug hooking, and other fiber arts.

Meets at Oatland Island Wildlife Center (in the 2nd floor studio), first Saturday of the month (Sept.-June) 10:15am - 1pm.

Visit website for more updates! ongoing. fiberguildsav.com. Fiber Guild of the Savannahs, 711 Sandtown Road GA. 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. LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS HAPPY HOUR League of Women Voters of Coastal Georgia: It’s hot outside but it will be cool at our next Happy Hour, July 16, 6-7:30 pm, at the Savannah Coffee Roasters, 215 W. Liberty. The League uses the summer months to plan for programs, events and advocacy for the months ahead. Bring a friend and come find out what we are planning and how you can help. Free Tue., July 16, 6-7:30 p.m. www.lwvcga. org. Savannah Coffee Roasters, 215 West Liberty Street.

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. 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. 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 HOME COOKERY CLUB This is a group for home cooks and bakers. Expand, explore, and inspire your home cooking and baking skills.

Whether you are self trained, home trained, professionally trained, or no trained... please come on out to share with other home chefs, your favorite recipes, cook books, talents, ideas, and personal cooking challenges. This is a place where we can exchange resources, ideas, and our tastes for food adventure and bring it all home. Meets monthly. This month, the July optional challenge is to make an Americana recipe. Let’s get cooking!

Free Sat., July 13, 11 a.m.-noon. 912-3981395. SavHomeCookeryClub@gmail.com. meetup.com/SavHomeCookeryClub/. friendshipcoffeecompany.com/index.html.

Friendship Coffee Company, 205 Johnny Mercer Blvd, Ste I. 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. 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/

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daily-tours. scad.edu/. Savannah College of Art and Design, PO Box 2072.

STITCH AND BITCH Slow down and nurture your creative spirit in a constructive, casual atmosphere. Bring a project or enjoy one of our kits curated to focus on the dedicated process of craft: embroidery, knitting, needlework, or any of the fiber arts. All ages are welcome!

Cheeseboard + wine deals to be had.

Wednesdays, 6-9 p.m. foxyloxycafe.com.

Foxy Loxy Cafe, 1919 Bull St.

CONCERTS

THE ARTS AT MESSIAH RISING STAR CONCERT Nineteen year old Canadian born Jaeden Izik-Dzurko is earning a reputation as an exceptional young artist with a sensitive touch and thoughtful interpretations.

Winner of the Grand Award at the Federation of Canadian Music Festivals’ National Competition, Jaeden is a student at The Juilliard School in New York City.

He won the Peter Takács Classical Sonata Award and Third Prize at the 2017 Hilton Head International Piano Competition.

There is no admission charge to the recital, and no reservations or tickets are needed. Donations gladly accepted to help defray costs. No admission charge.

Fri., July 12, 7-8:15 p.m. 912-598-1188 9-12:00 weekdays. messiahsk@gmail. com. messiahsi.org/event/rising-star-artsat-messiah/. messiahsk.com. Messiah Lutheran Church, 1 Westridge Road (The Landings).

SAVANNAH LIVE! 2-hour high-energy variety show featuring award- winning singers, dancers and band performing 60s, 70s and 80s pop music, rock and roll, Broadway, Motown, Stomp and comedy that’s fun for all ages! $39 adults, $19.50 child Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays, 8 p.m. savannahtheatre. com. savannahtheatre.com. The Historic Savannah Theatre, 222 Bull St. WELCOME BACK CABARET SERIES W/ JANE OGLE, TRAE GURLEY, ROGER MOSS, JJ AND MORE Thu., July 11, 8 p.m. Victory North, 2603 Whitaker Drive.

EVENTS

360° TOUR This 360° tour is scheduled around the full moon and gives our guests the opportunity to watch the sunset in the East and then view the full moon rising out of the ocean on the West side of tower. $50 Tue., July 16, 8-9:30 p.m. 912-786-5801. desiree@ tybeelighthouse.org. tybeelighthouse.org/.

Tybee Island Lighthouse, 30 Meddin Ave. 40 ACRES AND A MULE TOUR This is the story of Savannah and its significant role of promoting slavery throughout the South and it’s the story of the triumph over slavery through faith, culminating in a historic meeting in which the aspirations of 4 million African-Americans became distilled in a single phrase: “40 acres and a mule.” You will visit six of Savannah’s most historic squares as you learn the truth about crucial events that took place in the city between 34 1733 and 1865 that shaped the life and

times of Savannah for years to come.

Private tours only. $40 ongoing. 912-6594383. rumpel@40acresandamule.org.

40acresandamule.org. $5 BAG SALE Sat., July 13, 10 a.m. starlandiasupply.com.

Starlandia Creative Supply, 2438 Bull Street.

BIG APPLE CIRCUS See the cast of Wonder Women, led by Ringmaster Stephanie Monseu, awardwinning aerial duo Desire of Flight, the astonishing quadruple somersault on the flying trapeze, rescue ponies and dogs, acrobats, and so many more wonders. $6-54 Thu., July 11, 7 p.m., Fri., July 12, 7 p.m., Sat., July 13, 11 a.m., 3 & 7 p.m. and Sun., July 14, 1 & 5 p.m. 212-257-2330. info@bigapplecircus.com. facebook.com/ events/496870474182754/. Savannah Civic Center, 301 West Oglethorpe Avenue.

BONAVENTURE AFTER HOURS: THE TALKING DEAD $44.95 Sat., July 13, 5 p.m. Savannah, Savannah.

BUTLER PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH SOCK DRIVE Butler Presbyterian Church’s second annual sock drive is underway. If anyone would like to contribute to this venture, please drop off new socks any size or color to Butler Presbyterian Church @ 603 West Victory Drive- Savannah, Georgia. All items will be contributed to members of the homeless community via the various shelters. The drive officially ends at the end of September. Through Sep. 30. Butler Presbyterian Church, 603 W. Victory Dr. CONTRA DANCE 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’. Come join in the fun of contra and squares and a couple of waltzes.

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. $6 members or students / $9 for others Sat., July 13, 7:30 p.m. 912-826-6504. d79vincent@gmail.com. savannahfolk.org.

Garden City United Methodist Church, 62 Varnedoe Ave. DJ PRESS PLAY PRESENTS BRING YOUR OWN VINYL NIGHT DJ Press Play brings out his vinyl collection and invites people to do the same. Bring your records, grab a beer and listen to records with old friends or make some new ones. Each person that purchases a beer is entered to win a $50 Graveface gift certificate. Free second Wednesday of every month, 7:30 p.m. facebook.com/ events/1233540836783959/. Two Tides Brewing Company, 12 West 41st St. DRINKS AFTER WORK This group is for people that enjoy getting out mid-week, being social after work, and want to discover new places in the downtown Savannah area. Come have a cocktail, make new friends, and get over the hump. The group will meet on Wednesdays at various establishments throughout Downtown Savannah and nearby area. http://www.meetup.com/Drinks-afterwork/ 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. EAST OF THE LAZARETTO ARTS AND CRAFTS SALE Sat., July 13, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. and Sun., July 14, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Burton 4-H Center, 9 Lewis Avenue.

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. 912441-6559. ddewitt30@yahoo.com.

Savannahexchange.org. Exchange Club of Savannah, Carey Hilliard’s Abercorn across from Lowe’s.

GAINZ GRILL FOOD TRUCK AND BEN KEISER Stop by Ghost Coast Saturday, July 13th for local spirits, food, and music! We’ll have the Gainz Grill food truck bringing delicious eats and Ben Keiser Band bringing the tunes. See you there! Gainz Grill Food Truck 2-6 pm Ben Keiser Band 4-6 pm Sat., July 13, 2-6 p.m. facebook. com/events/352508968801297/. ghostcoastdistillery.com. Ghost Coast Distillery, 641 Indian St. GREENBRIAR CHILDREN’S CENTER: WALK TO GREENBRIAR Savannah area residents are invited to join the Walk to Greenbriar in celebration of Greenbriar Children’s Center 70th Anniversary at 7 a.m. Saturday, July 13 starting at the First African Baptist Church, 23 Montgomery St., and ending at the Greenbriar campus, 3709 Hopkins St. After the walk, there will be food and refreshments provided. Registration is $35. All proceeds from the walk will go to assist Greenbriar in fulfilling its mission to nurturing children and strengthening families. $35 Sat., July 13, 7 a.m. 912-2343431. runsignup.com/Race/GA/Savannah/ WalktoGreenbriar. First African Baptist Church, 23 Montgomery 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.

JULY BIRTHPLACE GENERAL TOURS $15 Thu., July 11, noon. juliettegordonlowbirthplace.org/. $15 Mon., July 15, noon. juliettegordonlowbirthplace. org/. $15 Tue., July 16, noon. juliettegordonlowbirthplace.org/. Juliette Gordon Low Birthplace, 10 East Oglethorpe Ave. JULY GIRL SCOUT TROOP EXPERIENCE $13 Wed., July 10, 8:45 a.m. juliettegordonlowbirthplace. org/. $13 Thu., July 11, 8:45 a.m.

juliettegordonlowbirthplace. org/. $13.00 Fri., July 12, 8:45 a.m. juliettegordonlowbirthplace. org/. $13 Sat., July 13, 8:45 a.m. juliettegordonlowbirthplace. org/. $13 Mon., July 15, 8:45 a.m. juliettegordonlowbirthplace. org/. $13 Tue., July 16, 8:45 a.m. juliettegordonlowbirthplace.org/. Juliette Gordon Low Birthplace, 10 East Oglethorpe Ave. JULY: OVER TEA CUPS: A GIRL SCOUT SENIOR/AMBASSADOR AFTERNOON TEA EXPERIENCE $20 Wed., July 10, 3:30 p.m. juliettegordonlowbirthplace. org/. $20 Mon., July 15, 3:30 p.m. juliettegordonlowbirthplace.org/. Juliette Gordon Low Birthplace, 10 East Oglethorpe Ave. LIVE MUSIC EVERY THURSDAY NIGHT Live music featuring local Savannah Legends in an ever changing rotation. All musicians are inspired by the Prohibition Era with a Modern Twist! Enjoy it with a craft cocktail from the Best Bar Staff in Savannah. Thursdays, 9-11 p.m. Congress Street Up, 220 W. Congress St. MONTHLY MEMBERSHIP DINNER AND MEETING Membership meeting with dinner and speaker. Navy League supports our Sea Services and their families. You do not have to have been in any of the military services to join. For further information contact Jeff Zureick at 912 450 0521 $22.00 third Tuesday of every month & 5:45-8:15 p.m. 912 450 0521. piwi@hargray.com. savannahnavyleague.us. Savannah Navy League, 17 lake heron ct west.

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. OCEAN TO TABLE: GEORGIA BLUE CRAB Join us for our upcoming Ocean to Table program focused on Georgia blue crabs!

Prepare your own blue crab dish while learning about the biology, ecology, nutrition and food safety behind your seafood.

Nutritionists and food safety experts will share tips on how to confidently and safely purchase and prepare blue crabs. This class is part of a series of educational seafood workshops for adults. To register, contact Jackie Ogden at jogden@uga.edu or 912-652-7981 by July 5. $30 Fri., July 12, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. 912-652-7981. jogden@uga. edu. gacoast.uga.edu. coastalgeorgiabg. org/. Coastal Georgia Botanical Gardens, 2 Canebrake Rd. 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

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Georgia. Guaranteed to give you a few goose bumps and an unexplained need for a night light. 33.00 ongoing. 1-866666-3323. 6thsenseworld.com. 6th Sense Savannah Tours, 404 Abercorn Street.

PAINTING A PORTRAIT, GROWING A LEGACY: INTERPRETING THE LIFE OF JULIETTE GORDON LOW The life of the Girl Scouts’ founder is certainly remarkable, as biographers of Juliette Gordon Low have asserted; it is also complex and at times contradictory.

Learn how the Juliette Gordon Low Birthplace interprets Juliette Gordon Low’s life and legacy and how we use her story to drive forward the mission of Girl Scouts through tours and programs. Free and open to the public, but please RSVP Tue., July 16, noon. lspracher@savannahga.gov.

Savannah City Hall, 2 East Bay Street.

PARIS LAUNDRY POP-UP SHOP Try some clean beauty products, learn makeup tips & tricks, or just come hang out in a gorgeous serene setting at Hygge. Paris Laundry’s mission is to always keep breast cancer at the forefront of our WHY! For this pop-up shop 10% of sales will be donated to The Breasties, a nonprofit organization that supports young women affected by breast and reproductive cancers. Sat., July 13, 2 p.m. Hygge, 600 East Broughton Street.

POP UP: SHOP THE NEW WORLD Shop the world from our courtyard! We’re hosting @shopthenewworld Pop Up on Sunday July 14 from 11-4. Discover clothing & accessories from around the

world + globally inspired style! Sun., July 14, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. 912-401-0543. info@ foxyloxycafe.com. foxyloxycafe.com. Foxy Loxy Cafe, 1919 Bull St. THE SALVATION ARMY’S BUSINESS LUNCHEON Please join us for a business luncheon that’s a part of The Salvation Army’s new Festive Fun in the Sun week to raise awareness for their annual holiday initiative, The Red Kettle Campaign. This business luncheon is for organizations or businesses who are interested in joining forces with The Salvation Army in the 2019 Red Kettle Campaign and the Battle for Good. Attendees will enjoy a catered lunch by Panera and witness touching stories from people whose lives have been greatly impacted by The Salvation Army. Please RSVP in advance. Free Thu., July 11, 11:45 a.m.-1 p.m. (904) 982-4751. aaron.odum@uss. salvationarmy.org. salvationarmysavannah. org/. savannahtheatre.com. The Historic Savannah Theatre, 222 Bull St. 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.

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1 American realist art school 7 Former “Tonight Show” host Jack 11 “What Do You Do With ___ in English?” (“Avenue Q” song) 14 BLAT ingredient 15 Entr’___ (play interlude) 16 Carson Daly’s old MTV show 17 Get a message across 19 Day of the week Uranus was discovered (abbr.)

20 Location of Ball State University 22 Future viewer 23 Farm habitats 24 Not worth a ___ (without value) 27 Classic (and, today, problematic) comic strip character Andy 31 Peevish mood 32 Went on an unfriending spree, maybe 36 “Old MacDonald” sounds 38 It’s equal to the sum of the two before it 42 Made up (for) 43 “A Streetcar Named Desire” shout 44 Sea eagles 46 Leaves town 48 Figure on Fox’s “First Responders Live”, e.g.

49 “... and Bingo was his

___” 51 Remove the rind from 55 Durational patterns in music 60 Gallery showing 61 And your secret ingredient is ...

64 “Why would this even happen?!” cry 65 “___ kleine Nachtmusik” 66 “Red Rocks” city of Arizona 67 Stereotypically Canadian interjections 68 Those things, in Tijuana 69 Setting of Hulu’s “Shrill”

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1 Gp. that keeps planes from hitting each other 2 The Great Lakes’ ___ Canals 3 “Let me think ...”

4 “The Stranger” author 5 “Can you carry ___?”

6 Present time, poetically 7 Running speed 8 Trendy berry that will probably outlive its popularity thanks to crosswords 9 Fax cover sheet abbr.

10 Oboists need them 11 Like some goals 12 Sultanate on the South China Sea 13 Orioles’ div.

18 “If memory serves,” in text shorthand 21 “___, Mario!” (Nintendo

catchphrase) 24 Abbr. on a sunscreen bottle 25 Yes, to Pierre 26 Snopes debunks them 28 Multiple-choice question choices, perhaps 29 ___ gow poker 30 “Chopped” props 33 Prepped 34 Brian who produced several U2 albums 35 “Aw, shoot!”

37 Cautionary connector 39 Head boss 40 State tree of Massachusetts 41 Sewer rodent 44 Fill with fury 45 Overtly enthusiastic 47 Made, like cotton candy 50 “Well, golly” 52 ___ forth 53 Kitchen tool for potatoes 54 Chopin practice piece 56 3-D scans 57 College in New Rochelle, N.Y. 58 Pool props 59 City pollution 62 Suffix for a particle 63 Photographer Goldin

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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.

SHOP THE NEW WORLD Discover clothing & accessories from around the world and globally inspired style. Sun., July 14, 11 a.m. foxyloxycafe.

com. Foxy Loxy Cafe, 1919 Bull St. SMALL PLATES DINNER WITH FARMER & LARDER FT. SCOFFLAW $40-$75 Sat., July 13, 7 p.m. White Whale Craft Ales, 1207 Bull St. SUMMER 2019 CAMPUS TOURS Tue., July 16, 1 p.m. Savannah State University-Student Union Ballroom, 3219 College Street.

TEXAS HOLD’EM POKER Free point based poker! Beginners welcome! Games at 6:30 pm and 9:00 pm.

0.00 Thursdays, 6:30-11 p.m. 912-9881281. savannasocialmedia@gmail.com. facebook.com/201TapasLounge/. 201

Tapas Lounge, 201 James Blackburn Drive.

TWO HOUR WALKING GHOST TOUR Chilling stories & eerie properties that paved the road to this fascinating title. Precolonial 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/.

TYBEE LIGHTHOUSE SUNRISE TOURS This early morning tour gives guests the opportunity to learn a bit about the history of the historic Tybee Lighthouse, which

FREE WILL ASTROLOGY ARIES (March 21-April 19)

You’re in the Land of Green Magic. That’s potentially very good news, but you must also be cautious. Why? Because in the Land of Green Magic, the seeds of extraneous follies and the seeds of important necessities both grow extra fast. Unless you are a careful weeder, useless stuff will spring up and occupy too much space.

So be firm in rooting out the blooms that won’t do you any good. Be aggressive in nurturing only the very best and brightest.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20)

Eight years ago, researchers in Kerala, India went to the Padmanabhaswamy Temple and climbed down into centuries-old vaults deep beneath the main floor. They found a disorganized mess of treasure in the form of gold and precious gems. There were hundreds of chairs made from gold, baskets full of gold coins from the ancient Roman Empire, and a four-foot-high solid statue of a god, among multitudinous other valuables. I like bringing these images to your attention, Taurus, because I have a theory that if you keep them in your awareness, you’ll be more alert than usual to undiscovered riches in your own life and in your own psyche. I suspect you are closer than ever before to unearthing those riches.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20)

Children need to learn certain aptitudes at certain times. If they don’t, they may not be able to master those aptitudes later in life. For example, if infants don’t get the experience of being protected and cared for by adults, it will be hard for them to develop that capacity as toddlers. This is a good metaphor for a developmental phase that you Geminis are going through. In my astrological opinion, 2019 and 2020 are critical years for you to become more skilled at the arts of togetherness and collaboration; to upgrade your abilities so as to get the most out of your intimate relationships. How are you doing with this work so far?

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Vantablack is a material made of carbon

dates back to 1773, and view the sunrise from the top of the tower. $25 Sat., July 13, 6-7:30 a.m. 912-786-5801. desiree@ tybeelighthouse.org. tybeelighthouse.org/.

Tybee Island Lighthouse, 30 Meddin Ave. TYBEE LIGHTHOUSE SUNSET TOUR This afterhours tour gives our guests the opportunity to learn a bit about the history of the historic Tybee Lighthouse, which dates back to 1773, and view the sunset from the top of the tower. $25 Fri., July 12, 8-9:30 p.m. 912-786-5801. desiree@ tybeelighthouse.org. tybeelighthouse.org/.

Tybee Island Lighthouse, 30 Meddin Ave. WOMEN’S CIRCLE & WINE TASTING $25 Fri., July 12, 7 p.m. savannahwinecellar.

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beautyandtruth@freewillastrology.com

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

nanotubes. According to the *Guinness Book of World Records*, it is the darkest stuff on the planet. No black is blacker than Vantablack. It reflects a mere 0.036% of the light that shines upon it. Because of its unusual quality, it’s ideal for use in the manufacture of certain sensors, cameras, and scientific instruments. Unfortunately, an artist named Anish Kapoor owns exclusive rights to use it in the art world. No other artists are allowed to incorporate Vantablack into their creations. I trust you will NOT follow Kapoor’s selfish example in the coming weeks. In my astrological opinion, it’s crucial that you share your prime gifts, your special skills, and your unique blessings with the whole world. Do not hoard!

of your valuables by any means necessary.

Please don’t try to relax. Don’t shy away from challenges. Don’t apologize for your holy quest or tone down your ambition or stop pushing to get better. Not now, anyway, Libra. Just the opposite, in fact. I urge you to pump up the volume on your desires. Be even bigger and bolder and braver. Take maximum advantage of the opportunities that are arising, and cash in on the benevolent conspiracies that are swirling in your vicinity. Now is one of those exceptional moments when tough competition is actually healthy for you, when the pressure to outdo your previous efforts can be tonic and inspiring.

In his book *The Histories*, ancient Greek historian Herodotus told the story of a six-year war between the armies of the Medes and the Lydians in an area that today corresponds to Turkey. The conflict ended suddenly on a day when a solar eclipse occurred. Everyone on the battlefield got spooked as the light unexpectedly dimmed, and commanders sought an immediate cease to the hostilities. In the spirit of cosmic portents precipitating practical truces, I suggest you respond to the upcoming lunar eclipse on July 16-17 with overtures of peace and healing and amnesty. It’ll be a good time to reach out to any worthwhile person or group from whom you have been alienated.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22)

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

Hi, my name is Rob Brezsny, and I confess that I am addicted to breathing air, eating food, drinking water, indulging in sleep, and getting high on organic, free-trade, slavery-free dark chocolate. I also confess that I am powerless over these addictions. Now I invite you to be inspired by my silly example and undertake a playful but serious effort to face up to your own fixations. The astrological omens suggest it’s a perfect moment to do so. What are you addicted to? What habits are you entranced by? What conditioned responses are you enslaved to? What traps have you agreed to be snared by? The time is right to identify these compulsions, then make an audacious break for freedom.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

When cherries are nearing the end of their ripening process, they are especially vulnerable. If rain falls on them during those last few weeks, they can rot or split, rendering them unmarketable. So cherrygrowers hire helicopter pilots to hover over their trees right after it rains, using the downdraft from the blades to dry the valuable little fruits. It may seem like overkill, but it’s the method that works best. I advise you to be on the lookout for similar protective measures during the climactic phase of your personal ripening process. Your motto should be to take care

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

I can’t decide whether to compare your imminent future to a platypus, kaleidoscope, patchwork quilt, or Swiss army knife. From what I can tell, your adventures could bring you random jumbles or melodic mélanges—or a blend of both.

So I’m expecting provocative teases, pure flukes, and multiple options. There’ll be crazy wisdom, alluring messes, and unclassifiable opportunities. To ensure that your life is more of an intriguing riddle than a confusing maze, I suggest that you stay closely attuned to what you’re really feeling and thinking, and communicate that information with tactful precision.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

Every year, thousands of people all over the world go to hospital emergency rooms seeking relief from kidney stones. Many of the treatments are invasive and painful.

But in recent years, a benign alternative has emerged. A peer-reviewed article in a scientific journal presented evidence that many patients spontaneously pass their kidney stones simply by riding on roller coasters. I doubt that you’ll have a literal problem like kidney stones in the coming weeks, Sagittarius. But I do suspect that any psychological difficulties you encounter can be solved by embarking on thrilling adventures akin to riding on roller coasters.

My astrological colleague Guru Gwen believes that right now Aquarians should get scolded and penalized unless they agree to add more rigor and discipline to their rhythms. On the other hand, my astrological colleague Maestro Madelyn feels that Aquarians need to have their backs massaged, their hands held, and their problems listened to with grace and empathy.

I suppose that both Gwen and Madelyn want to accomplish the same thing, which is to get you back on track. But personally, I’m more in favor of Madelyn’s approach than Gwen’s.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)

As a self-taught rebel poet with few formal credentials, I may not have much credibility when I urge you to get yourself better licensed and certified and sanctioned. But according to my analysis of the astrological omens, the coming months will be a favorable time for you to make plans to get the education or training you’re lacking; to find out what it would mean to become more professional, and then become more professional; to begin pursuing the credentials that will earn you more power to fulfill your dreams.a

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SAVANNAH ART WALK Explore Savannah’s historic downtown by visiting artists and galleries every second Saturday. second Saturday of every month. savannahartwalk.com. savannah.hyatt. com/hyatt/hotels-savannah/index.jsp?null.

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AERIAL YOGA CLASSES Increase flexibility and strength using aerial yoga, a relatively new approach to a traditional yoga practice. We use a silk fabric called a ‘hammock’ to support the weight of our bodies, helping us achieve various postures with more depth, ease and excitement. Every Saturday. Class size limited. Required to register online ahead of time. $25 Saturdays, 12:30-1:45 p.m.

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AFRO-CARIBBEAN DANCE Let the excitement begin as Mahogany takes you to the best staycation each and every Tuesday night to the Islands through movement and rhythm. This class will focus on the cultural movement of Afro-Caribbean dance. Get ready for hip winding and arms in the air as we explore our bodies’ rhythm through Caribbean and reggae music. $10 Tuesdays, 6:45-7:45 p.m. 912-233-1951. wbsymcagardener@westbroadstreetymca. org. westbroadstreetymca.org. YMCA-West Broad St, 1110 May St. AIKIDO CLASSES Aikido is a traditional Japanese martial art developed by Morihei Ueshiba, ‘O Sensei’ or (‘Great Teacher’). On a purely physical level it is an art involving throws and joint locks that are derived from Jujitsu and Kenjutsu (open hand and weapon based techniques).

Beyond the self defense aspects of the art its true goal is to challenge its practitioners to discover their best selves. $50/month for JEA Members, $70/month for NonMembers, or $80/8-class punch card Tuesdays, Thursdays, 7-8:30 p.m. 912-6040958, 912-346-2650. AikiNorm@aol.com, AikidoBilly@hotmail.com. CoastalAikido. com. savannahjea.org. Jewish Educational Alliance, 5111 Abercorn St. BALLET BODY TONING Ballet Body Toning is a ballet inspired workout designed to improve balance, flexibility, and use body resistance to strengthen core, legs & booty. This workout is low impact and scorches major calories and teaches you basic ballet! Call to make a reservation before class. This is a semiprivate class so space is limited! $10.00 Wednesdays, Sundays, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

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BALLROOM FIT Always wanted to learn how to ballroom dance? Don’t have a partner? Want to get in shape and have fun in the process? If you answered yes to any of these questions, this program is for you! Learn how to ballroom dance and get a great workout in the process. We use all styles of music that are modern or traditional. Cha Cha,

Rumba, Swing, Jive, Samba, Paso Doble, Foxtrot, Waltz, Hustle, and more! Check out our schedule for more details. 4 classes for $40, 10 classes for $80, UNLIMITED for $120 Sundays, 5-6 p.m., Mondays, 6-7 p.m., Tuesdays, 12:30-1 p.m., Wednesdays, 12:30-1 & 6-7 p.m. and Thursdays, 12:30-1 p.m. 612.470.6683. salondebaile.dance@ gmail.com. salondebailedancestudio.com.

Salon de Baile Dance & Fitness Studio, 301 US Hwy 80 SE. BEGINNING POLE FITNESS Pole fitness is a fun and flirty way to get in shape! Taught by Pole Dance America National Professional Champion Sabrina Madsen, you’ll learn the basics of pole dance in a safe and welcoming environment. Gain strength, balance and confidence. Beginner Classes are open to all shapes and sizes and are for ladies only (men welcome at our Intermediate Class). $25 for drop-in or $100 for a package of 5 classes Tuesdays, 8-9 p.m. 801.673.6737. info@firstcityfitness.com. firstcityfitness. com/pole-fitnessparties.html. First City Fitness, 2127 1/2 Victory Dr. EXERCISE CLASS Stretches, strengthening and general feel good moves. ongoing. 912-667-0487.

Functional Bodies, 821 E. 66th St. 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. GET EXCITED AND MOVE This program is designed to combat the effects of Parkinson disease for Savannah/ Chatham-area people and their caregiver.

The activities are designed to enhance and improve muscular strength, and endurance, coordination, agility, flexibility, speed work, and voice command. Visit the website for more info. Mondays-Wednesdays, 10:30-11:30 a.m. & 6-7 p.m. and TuesdaysThursdays, 10:30-11:30 a.m. 912-663-5833. getexcitedandmove.com. Anderson-Cohen Weightlifting Center, 7230 Varnedoe Drive.

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. INSANITY LIVE WITH SHAWN All classes are included in membership and day passes. Please contact gym for more information. Wednesdays, 5:30 p.m. Fitness on Broughton, 1 E. Broughton St. ISRAELI KRAV MAGA SELF-DEFENSE CLASSES A system of self-defense techniques based on several martial arts. The official fighting system of Israeli Defense Forces (IDF).

Class sessions and intensive workshops scheduled throughout the year and held at CustomFit Center. Visit savannahkravmaga on facebook for more info. 912-224-2085. ongoing. 912-224-2085. facebook.com/

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CustomFit Center, 101-A West Park Ave. JIU JITSU/MMA CLASSES Classes everyday. Free woman’s class every Wednesday at 5:30. Other classes 6:30 to 8:30 for everyone else Monday thru Thursday. Kid classes 4:30 to 5:30 Monday thru Thursday. Visit constantexpansion.net for more information. ongoing. Constant Expansion, 302 W. Victory Dr., unit B. 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. 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. 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 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 FOR SHOULDER CARE Your shoulders are complex joints and they work very hard to support you through your vinyasa yoga practice. In this workshop we will examine common shoulder injuries and learn how to keep our shoulders strong and safe during a Power Yoga class. We will look specifically at how to adapt and modify your practice if your shoulders are injured or on the mend. We will also look at some practices that you can do at home to strengthen your shoulders and create greater range of motion. $50 | Sign up before July 4th and save 10% Thu., July 11, 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. 912-349-2756. programs@savannahpoweryoga.com. savannahpoweryoga.com/workshops.

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savannahpoweryoga.com. Savannah Power Yoga, 7360 Skidaway Road Unit J-3.

YOGA IN THE SHADE FUNDRAISER These donation-based classes will be open to all levels (beginners welcome) and taught by all your favorite Savannah Yoga Center teachers and Yoga Teacher Training Graduates. Pay what you can.

Cash, Venmo, Cash App, Card payments accepted. All proceeds will go to Planned Parenthood South East and American Civil Liberties Union of Georgia to help stop the bans on abortion. Donations Saturdays, 10-11 a.m. 912-232-2994. savannahyoga. com/workshops. Forsyth Park, Drayton St. & East Park 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, BARRE, PILATES MAT CLASSES Join our experienced and knowledgeable teachers for a variety of classes at Savannah Yoga Barre. No matter what your fitness/wellness goals or level, we have something for you. Open 7 days a week.

New to the studio? 3 Weeks Unlimited class pass $30. Membership options to suit your schedule and budget. We want to welcome you to our studio family and help you on your way to living comfortably in your own skin. Visit our website for full class schedule or call for more info. $$ ongoing.

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YOGA, PILATES, AND SPIN Flow, Yin Yasa, Sculpt, Pilates, Spin, and the only studio in Savannah with the original Hot Yoga. Introductory Special: $49 for 30 days of unlimited classes. Visit thehubsav. com to see our awesome lineup of teachers and classes. $49 ongoing. 912.356.8280. info@thehubsav.com. thehubsavannah. com. The HUB Savannah, 4505 Habersham St. YOGA@THELIBRARY The All Levels class meets from 10:3011:30 and the Chair Yoga class meets from 12:00-1:00. 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 is the best Zumba instructor in Savannah!

So show up early and see you soon!

Free with YMCA membership Tuesdays, 4:30-5:30 p.m. 912-354-6223. facebook. com/ZumbaFitnesswithSheena/. YMCA (Habersham Branch), 6400 Habersham St. 38 ZUMBA FITNESS (R) WITH APRIL

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Fire & Wine at Foxy Loxy Cafe features half-priced bottles of wine, courtyard firepits, free marshmallows for roasting, and s’more kits. This weekly event is fun for family & friends alike!

FREE FOXYLOXYCAFE.COM. FOXY LOXY CAFE, 1919 BULL ST. Mondays at 5:30pm, Thursdays at 6:30pm.

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FOOD & DRINK EVENTS

MORMORAIA WINE & CHEESE TASTING! $20 July 11, 5 p.m. Rollers Spirits, Wine, & Cheese, 9 Palmetto Bay Road.

COUPLES BAKING CLASS - HOW TO: CHOCOLATE CHEESECAKE & CHOCOLATE WINE $40 July 13, 7 p.m. The Cake Mix Academy, 5936 Georgia 21.

FIRE & WINE IN THE COURTYARD Fire & Wine at Foxy Loxy Cafe features halfpriced bottles of wine, courtyard fire-pits, free marshmallows for roasting, and s’more kits. This weekly event is fun for family &

friends alike! free 7-11 p.m.. foxyloxycafe. com. Foxy Loxy Cafe, 1919 Bull St. TASTY TUESDAY: EGUREN UGARTE WINE & CHEESE TASTING $20 July 13, 7 p.m. Rollers Spirits, Wine, & Cheese, 9 Palmetto Bay Road.

BOOMBOX BRUNCH Brunch is served from 11 am – 3 pm. DJ Press Play Live vinyl DJ spinning classic soul, r’n’b, indie, rock, pop, and everything in between begins at noon. FREE 12-3 p.m.. foxyloxycafe.com. Foxy Loxy Cafe, 1919 Bull St. ALL YOU CAN EAT LOW COUNTRY BOIL Join us EVERY 3rd Tuesday of the month for A.Y.C.E Low Country Boil for $30.00 per person ~ Buffet Style, Includes: Shrimp, Crab, Corn, Sausage, and Potatoes!!

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BETHESDA FARM AND GARDENS STAND Featuring in season, organic (not certified) veggies, herbs and flowers. All proceeds go directly to funding tuition expenses for Bethesda Academy students. For specialty orders, contact Merrin at merrin. slocombe@bethesdaacademy.org. merrin. slocombe@bethesdaacademy.org. bethesdaacademy.org. Bethesda Academy, 9250 Ferguson Ave. BOOMBOX BRUNCH Brunch is served from 11 am – 3 pm.

DJ Press Play Live vinyl DJ spinning classic soul, r’n’b, indie, rock, pop, and everything in between begins at noon. FREE foxyloxycafe.com. Foxy Loxy Cafe, 1919 Bull St. COUPLES BAKING CLASS - HOW TO: CHOCOLATE CHEESECAKE & CHOCOLATE WINE $40 The Cake Mix Academy, 5936 Georgia 21.

FARM TRUCK 912 The Farm Truck 912 is a mobile market program of the Forsyth Farmers’ Market that aims to improve healthy food access by bringing locally produced fruits and vegetables into Savannah’s neighborhoods.

Check the website for more info, including the location where the truck would be found in different days of the week. forsythfarmersmarket.com/farmtruck912/.

W.W. Law Gym, 909 E. Bolton St. FIRE & WINE IN THE COURTYARD Fire & Wine at Foxy Loxy Cafe features halfpriced bottles of wine, courtyard fire-pits, free marshmallows for roasting, and s’more kits. This weekly event is fun for family & friends alike! free foxyloxycafe.com. Foxy Loxy Cafe, 1919 Bull St. FORSYTH FARMERS MARKET Local and regional produce, honey, meat, dairy, pasta, baked goods and other delights. Rain or shine. Free to attend. Items for sale. 912-484-0279. forsythfarmersmarket.com. Forsyth Park, Drayton St. & East Park Ave. MORMORAIA WINE & CHEESE TASTING! $20 Rollers Spirits, Wine, & Cheese, 9 Palmetto Bay Road.

PRESS PLAY BOOMBOX BRUNCH Brunch is served from 11 am – 3 pm. Jason B. James Live vinyl DJ spinning classic soul, R&B, indie, rock, pop, and everything in between begins at noon. foxyloxycafe.com.

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