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Table of Contents Volume 5, No. 32, May 3, 2006

On the cover: Merle Haggard, opening Sunday for Bob Dylan

News 6 9 11 Cover Story 6

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Cover Story Merle Haggard, on the record Feedback Readers have their say Jane Fishman A Dollar’s not what it used to be Community False sense of security from the web Blotter From SPD reports News of the Weird Strange but true Earthweek The week on your planet

Culture Theatre Shakespeare Festival, redux 19 Theatre Danny & The Deep Blue Sea 20 Art Patrol Exhibitions and openings 16 Theatre 16

Vibes Connect Recommends Concerts of note 22 Music Menu Local gigs a la carte 26 Soundboard Who’s playing and where around town 21

Art Patrol 20

Film 24

Now Showing All the flicks that fit

The 411 Week at a Glance Our best bets for cool stuff to do 15 Weather News from the sky 29 Happenings All the stuff, all the time 43 Free Will Astrology Rob Breszny’s look at your stars 5

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Classifieds Crossword Puzzle Mental Fun 41 Sudoku Puzzle It’s all the rage 45 Classifieds They call it “junk,” you call it “couch” 35

Featured Review 24

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wed, May 3 Savannah Grays Civil War Round Table

What: The May meeting of this group will feature Chica Arndt, who will tell Civil War stories such as Buried Treasure, The Water Witch and Sherman’s White Horses. If time permits, she will talk about Robert E. Lee’s visit to Causton Bluff. Guests are welcome. When: Wednesday, May 3 at 7 p.m. Where: Mulberry Inn, 601 E. Bay St. Call: Park Callahan at 236-0876.

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Fowl Brick Theatre and Studio West Present Danny and the Deep Blue Sea

What: John Patrick Shanley’s electrifying drama is about two people who find redemption in each other. For mature audiences only. When and Where: May 4, 5 and 6 at 8 p.m. at Armstrong Atlantic State University’s Black Box Theatre and May 12 and 13 at 8 p.m. at The Sentient Bean, 13 E. Park Ave. Cost: $7. Call: 235-4414.

Tybee Theater Presents Fully Committed

What: Maureen Yasko plays 40 roles in this one-woman play about one of the most powerful people in New York City–the reservations desk manager for Manhattan’s number one restaurant and the many people who try to curry her favor. When: May 4-7 and 11-14. Performances are at 8 p.m. Thursday through Saturday and 6 p.m. on Sunday. The doors open 90 minutes before the show for food and drink. Where: Tybee Theater Cafe on U.S. 80 at Jones Avenue. Cost: $20 for the performance. Menu items are separate. Call: 786-6384 or visit tybeetheatercafe.com. Reservations are required.

SCAD Presents They Might Be Giants

What: This American pop/rock duo is performing as part of the Trustees Theater Concert Series. When: May 4 at 8 p.m.Where: Trustees Theater. Cost: $20 general public and $15 with valid SCAD ID. Call: 525-5050 or visit www.scadboxoffice.com.

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Fine Arts on the River Festival What: The Savannah Waterfront Association presents this festival with artists coming from as far away as Indiana and Texas, along with regional artists from North Carolina, South Carolina, Florida and Georgia. Sculptors, woodworkers, glassworkers, painters, jewelry makers, photographers and more will exhibit and sell their work. There also will be demonstrations, workshops, children’s activities, hands-on activities and a Raku Court where visitors can design, paint and fire their own raku pottery. On Friday evening, the Southern Georgia Symphony will perform, followed by a fireworks show over the Savannah River. When: May 5, 6 and 7. Where: River Street. Cost: Free. Call: 234-0295 or visit riverstreetsavannah.com. w

sat, May 6 30th Annual Savannah Scottish Games

What: This event features Scottish athletic competitions, the Southern Regional Highland Dancing Championship, a pipe band competition, children’s activities, clan and genealogy tents, Bill Coburn’s Scottish border collie herding demonstrations, and musical entertainment with Celtic musicians, including Alex Beaton, The Wyndbreakers, Isla, Bob and Judy Williams and Moira Nelligan & Michael Hickey. When: May 6 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Where: Bethesda Home for Boys, 9520 Ferguson Ave. Cost: $10 in advance for adults and $5 in advance for youth ages 10-18. Tickets are available at all branches of the Savannah Bank. Admission at the gate is $12.

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Pam Tillis in Concert

What: This month’s events will include the opening reception for Monster, a group exhibition based on the theme of monsters. Performances by Diana Heise and Crystal Kanney. When: May 5 from 6-10 p.m. Where: Starland Center for Contemporary Art, 2428 Bull St. Cost: Free. What: This Cinco de Mayo event will feature a clothesfilled pinata, beverage and clothing giveaways, a deejay and moreWhen: May 5 from 6-8 p.m. Where: Venus de Milo, 38 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. Cost: No cover charge.

What: Activities inside the fort will include cannon demonstrations, musket drills and Civil War soldier talks and guided fort tours. When: May 6 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Where: Fort Pulaski National Monument on Tybee Island. Cost: $3 entrance fee. Ages 15 and under admitted free. What: A pioneering female country star performs. When: May 6 at 8 p.m. Where: Lucas Theatre. Cost: $37, $27 and $20. Call: 525-5050.

What: An interactive festival with carnival games, community booths, special exhibitions, music and food, this event also is a major fund-raiser for the Humane Society. When: May 7 from noon to 5 p.m. Where: Forsyth Park. Cost: Admission is free.

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What: The Moon River Dancers will present a Latin American dance demonstration and lesson. When: May 7 from 2-5 p.m. Where: Our Lady of Lourdes Parish Hall, 501 South Coastal Highway, Port Wentworth. Call: 961-9960.

Two Hundred Club Private Screening of Mission: Impossible III

What: Benefit fund-raiser for the Two Hundred Club of the Coastal Empire, which helps the families of fallen police or firefighters. A parade down Broughton Street will follow the screening and a post-movie reception will be held. When: May 7 at 3 p.m. Where: Trustees Theater. Barbecue reception will be held at the Bluff at Trustees Garden. Cost: $25 per person to attend the screening only. Law enforcement and firefighters will be admitted to the movie for $5. The cost to attend the benefit is $150 per person. Call: 525-5050.

Savannah Choral Society in Concert

What: The society will present English Choral Extravaganza. When: May 7 at 7 p.m. Where: St. Peter’s Episcopal Church on Skidaway Island. Cost: $20. Call: Gretchen Ernest at 236-8546.

Jacksonville Symphony in Concert

What: The Jacksonville Symphony will present Picture This, featuring music based on art. When: May 7 at 7 p.m. Where: Lucas Theatre. Cost: $25, $35 and $50. Call: 525-5050.

Sunday Sessions

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What: Armstrong Atlantic State University Department of Art, Music & Theatre presents this sale as a complement to its Christmas Pottery Sale. Student and faculty work available. When: May 4 and 5 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Where: AASU Fine Arts Building, Room 102. Call: 927-5325.

What: Home builders showcase their new designs, giving homeowners a chance to browse the newest models. A list of each home and directions to each community are available at Home Depot on Abercorn Street. When: Saturday, May 6 and 13 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, May 7 and 14 from noon to 5 p.m. Street of Dreams locations will be open the week of May 8-12 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Where: Chatham, Effingham and Bryan counties. Cost: Free and open to the public. Call: The Home Builders Association of Greater Savannah at 354-6193 or www.homebuildersofsavannah.com.

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‘To hell with country’ Our no-holds-barred interview

with Merle

There is only one Merle Haggard. No one else even comes close. Since his earliest days as a rough and tumble juvenile delinquent, this disturber of the peace has stood apart from the rest of the pack. A sophisticated man who’s never shied away from being blunt if it suited his purposes, he’s alternately a sensitive, emotional poet, and a plucky, gruff curmudgeon. As such, he’s come to personify the perfect distillation of the particular brand of genius one might bestow upon the very greatest country and western music stars. As time moves on, and more and more of the genre’s legendary figures leave this old wicked world, Haggard (an apropos surname if there ever was one) trucks on, one of the last of a dying breed. After being essentially written off by many of the power brokers of the very industry his hits helped create and nurture, in 2003, he received no small amount of critical praise for Unforgettable, an under-promoted disc that found him lending his own inimitable style to a collection of American pop standards. To those with only a cursory knowledge of his back catalog, this may have seemed a crass attempt at cross-over success. However, those familiar with his mercurial career recognized that CD as another in a long line of Haggard releases (such as those devoted to tunes by Jimmie Rodgers or Bob Wills) meant as love letters to artists whose work helped form Merle’s own unique approach to songwriting. Whether known as the protégé of (and sideman to) the late guitarist and singer Buck Owens, or as the man who penned such timeless classics as “Working Man Blues,” “I Threw Away The Rose,” “The Bottle Let Me Down,” and the controversial “Okie From Muskogee,” or as an outspoken critic of the Patriot Act, The Hag is one of a kind. That’s probably why he was tapped by another one-of-a-kind superstar, Bob Dylan, to share the bill with him on over 20 dates across the U.S.A., including this Sunday’s appearance at the Civic Center. This is Merle’s second outing with Dylan (the first took place last spring), and by all audience accounts, this pairing of crusty, idiosyncratic songwriters is a match

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made in heaven. Merle and I talked trash on the phone for what seemed like an hour, and it was a real hoot. Here’s some of our chat. Connect Savannah: Where are you at? Merle Haggard: We’re in St. Louis tonight. Connect Savannah: That must be a good town for you. Merle Haggard: Well, it’s the middle of America! (laughs) Connect Savannah: The posters for this tour read “all new show!” How much of that is just a catchy slogan, and how much is real? Merle Haggard: Well, I wing it every night. We’ve got no set list. It’s not the same conversation or the same jokes, you know? I think Bob comes up with a couple of different setlists for each tour, and I’m pretty sure the show he’s doing is a little different from the one he did when we were together last year. Basically, I just go out there and have fun, and so far it’s been real, real good. Tickets are selling, and people are standing up on every song. Connect Savannah: During the first shows with Bob, a lot got made of the tension between your two camps — Dylan being his inscrutable self, and you perhaps rightfully expecting him to be a more gracious host. I got the feeling that was blown out of proportion, and sure enough, you guys are back out together. Has the ice thawed, or is he still unavailable for hang time? Merle Haggard: Well, Bob’s a mysterious guy. He doesn’t really hang out with anybody! That’s fine with me. I speak to him every once in a while. We actually talked for about 20 or 30 minutes the other day, and that was the first time that’s occurred. He’s very off to himself, you know. His persona is rather serious, and I suppose it always has been. That hasn’t changed just for me. I mean, he’s that way with everybody! Connect Savannah: Many people see this tour as a celebration of two counterculture icons. Yet if there’s a connection between you

and Bob as artists, I would think it has more to do with being your own men and following your hearts. Does that assessment ring true, or do you feel another type of bond with Dylan, or no bond at all? Merle Haggard: Well, Bob and I are both songwriters. That’s where the bond is. We admire each other’s work. He does a couple of my songs in his show from time to time when I’m on tour with him. He does a rock version of “Mama Tried,” and he does “Sing Me Back Home.” I’ve always found him and his music to be interesting — as much as the public does. On tour he finds it complimentary to have me share the bill with him and vice versa. Connect Savannah: Both you and Dylan are known for not saying too much in public about your political views, but, when you do take a stand, folks pay attention. I know you haven’t been the most ardent supporter of our current presidential administration in regards to the military action in the Middle East. Do you get any feeling that more people are starting to question authority, or do things still look pretty grim to you as far as free speech is concerned? Merle Haggard: It looks pretty grim, doesn’t it? I don’t see any chance for the people who disagree to really change anything. I mean, we have chosen to go to war to defend our freedom. Meanwhile, at the exact same time, our freedom is being diminished in our own country by scare tactics that are supposedly caused by terrorists - but we’re the ones running up the “terror alert.” So, what does that makes us? If we’re gonna go all the way across the world and fight for it, we should have the very best brand of it. But we don’t have it anymore. I really wonder sometimes how long the public will be so stupid as to allow themselves to continue to be shortchanged. I just wish someone - anyone - would take a minute and raise their head and look up to see what’s really going away, what we’ve already lost. This Free Trade Agreement that we’re in — we’re now on a level playing field with over a hundred other countries. After all the scare tactics our government’s used on us since 9/11, we’ve gone straight to hell in this country. We have no say

whatsoever in much of the way our government conducts its business, and the way they scapegoat people. Look what they did to the Dixie Chicks, and Linda Ronstadt. Connect Savannah: Well, that Linda Ronstadt business was so absurd that it almost seemed like a Saturday Night Live sketch. Merle Haggard: It seemed like something from 1942 Nazi Germany to me. I don’t know why little by little people have allowed our country to change so much over the last five years! What we’re fighting for doesn’t even exist anymore. Connect Savannah: When you see the crowds on these double-bills, how are they different from the shows where you’re the headliner? Are they younger, more diverse?

Merle Haggard: Well, I’ll tell you what. After touring for 40 years and watching this country go away, the time of day seems to determine whether you have an older crowd. If you want to draw anybody even remotely older, you gotta play at noon! They’re not gonna come out in this country anymore! They’re scared to death to come out after dark. That’s a fact. By and large you just won’t see ladies with grey in their hair walking around after dark in most cities. In this society, it’s the young folks who come out at night. So, if you wanna draw kids, you play after dark. (laughs) Connect Savannah: Well, these Dylan shows start in the early evening, so I guess it’s the best of both worlds. Merle Haggard: You’re right. We seem to draw a cross-section of both age groups. For example, I played in Miami, Oklahoma last night. We had a full house by ourselves. But the show started at 7:30 in the evening! Now, some years ago, I’m here to tell you that nobody would have been at a show at 7:30 at night! But now, with the terror alerts and the lack of freedom and the scare tactics they’re using... Then, you’ve got these people who won’t come out on the weekends. They won’t even compete with the young people anymore. It’s like they’ve given in and given up. It’s really become two separate societies as far

Connect Savannah: When you returned to Capitol records, it made for great PR. Did it feel at all like a real homecoming, or was that just a convenient story? Merle Haggard: Well, you know the Capitol records of â€˜65 and the Capitol Records of now have no similarity whatsoever. Itâ€™s completely different people with different ideas on how to run a business. I think one of the main reasons they wanted me back was to get the digital rights on some of my old material that they didnâ€™t have. The majority of the music they had on me was on old contracts, and they had no provisions in there for digital rights. I think they wanted my signature on that and that was the only reason they ever signed me again. I donâ€™t think they had any intention of trying to sell my new stuff at all. They just wanted to get their hands back on the old stuff. They donâ€™t care about Unforgettable or (his latest LP) Chicago Wind. Come to think of it, though, thereâ€™s one similarity between the new fellas and the old ones: they both speak with the forked tongue! (laughs)

Connect Savannah: Many of your older LPs are getting the deluxe reissue treatment by Capitol, and itâ€™s shining a light on some of your most enduring work â€” but itâ€™s also adding to that legacy by including a lot of previously unreleased tracks. Did you have any say in what stuff got tacked on to those CDs, and how do you feel about that? Merle Haggard: Well, you know, itâ€™s entertaining to me and Iâ€™m sure itâ€™s entertaining to other people to hear mistakes and conversations that we deemed unreleasable in the early days. But if youâ€™re asking me whether or not I had any say-so on how they put that stuff together? Of course not. They didnâ€™t ask me a damn thing. They just threw it on there. Some of those songs they put out - like â€œSwinging Doorsâ€? - the copy they have out now is not even the correct one! Itâ€™s the rehearsal take. We were exactly one take away from the master. Now, I have no idea what happened to the master take of that song, but see, what theyâ€™re sellingâ€™s not accurate. Itâ€™s that kind of treatment thatâ€™s not fair to the artist. Connect Savannah: How is it that someone of your stature in the music business receives so little respect or courtesy from the company that has made a small fortune off your work throughout the years? Merle Haggard: What youâ€™ve got is a bunch of kids workinâ€™ there now and they have absolutely no idea who Merle Haggard is or what he is, or what he was, and what he stood for. What they do is this: Letâ€™s take a scenario. A new attorney, fresh out of school, barely 34, heâ€™s never heard a single one of my songs in his life. So, they wanna remix it, or whatever. Most of â€˜em figure Iâ€™m dead! As crazy as that sounds, thatâ€™s the first thing they assume. So they just proceed to do whatever they feel like, until somebody says, oh no! Heâ€™s still alive! So they say, well, letâ€™s get him to sign something. Letâ€™s offer him a new deal. Then, once theyâ€™ve got your name on there, they put it out regardless. They donâ€™t care at all about your feelings or how itâ€™s gonna look to the fans. They have no intelligence. Kinda like our government.

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Merle Haggard: I believe you and I will never see any different as long as we live. Weâ€™re stuck with it. I feel like certain towns in America are committed to entertainment. You have Myrtle Beach, New York City, Portland, Seattle, San Francisco, Las Vegas, and after that you head toward the center of the U.S., and thereâ€™s nothing. Nothing! If itâ€™s happening, it better damn well happen in the middle of the day, or itâ€™ll be a failure. I donâ€™t know how America can work on only eight hours a day. People shouldnâ€™t forget â€” this used to be a 24-hour country. It used to be you could go anywhere in Las Vegas and get steak and eggs at four in the morning. â€˜Round the clock. Now, you canâ€™t get breakfast after 2 p.m. in Las Vegas! If thereâ€™s anybody that doubts what Iâ€™m saying, they need to go out, and ride across this country and see what Iâ€™m talking about. Itâ€™ll break your heart.

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Connect Savannah: You received the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award a few months ago. Does recognition of that sort mean much to you? Merle Haggard: Well, lemme give you the real scoop on that. There was four people that got that award at the same time: Richard Pryor, Robert Johnson, David Bowie and me. Now, two of the others are dead. And they thought I was dead at first! continued on page

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Connect Savannah: As an artist whoâ€™s crossed the U.S. for decades, youâ€™ve got a unique perspective on this changing climate. Do you feel any sort of sea change in the works? Is there a backlash brewing?

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as the age difference is concerned. I just celebrated my birthday. It was my 69th, so I didnâ€™t celebrate it that much (laughs), I just stayed at home. I donâ€™t even go to the Quickie Stop after dark. My family and everyone I know is the exact same way. After dark, the streets seem like they belong to the gangs and the police. But, hell, by 9 p.m., the gangs and the police are even shut out! We played in Kansas City, Kansas, the other night, and our hotel was way up high on a hill. You could look out and see the whole town, and there was nothinâ€™ goinâ€™ on! The place was totally shut down. America used to be a 24-hour country, and these days it seems like it doesnâ€™t do anything after 9 oâ€™clock.

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So when I said, well, that’s great news, are you gonna let me walk out and say thank you? They said, “Oh, no.” They told me I had to get my award the day before the actual event, and then sit there in the audience while all these rappers I don’t know get up and play, and they said, “then we’ll pan across you one time with the camera.” I said, naw. No you won’t. (laughs) I told ‘em they could stick it where the sun don’t shine! I really don’t care about such things enough to take part in all that mess. (laughs) Connect Savannah: So you didn’t even pick up the award your label keeps touting? Merle Haggard: Naw, man. I didn’t go down there. They had to send it to me in the mail. See, it’s shameful for an organization like that to use my name and the names of Richard Pryor and Robert Johnson and David Bowie. Those are great artists. But if you’re puttin’ the show together, you’re gonna throw all those big names out there to try and get people to watch and get your ratings up, but heaven forbid you let anybody actually see these old fellas! Neither me nor David Bowie went down there, for the exact same reason. Connect Savannah: Many were upset when Buck Owens recently died. Had the two of you kept in touch?

Merle Haggard: We were such good friends. Since the time he passed I’ve learned he wasn’t even sick. They said he was doin’ pretty well, in fact. Seems he was tired and just went to sleep one morning. He came to see me in Portland on that first tour with Bob and that was the last time I spoke to him in person. It was a big shock. Buck was really influential to my life. I’ll tell you something that a lot of folks may not agree with, but it’s true. Buck was the epitome of rockabilly. He was half rock and roll and half country. He came out of the bars of Southern California, and in deference to a lot of country acts that came out of the Southern gospel tradition, he came from the Bakersfield barrooms. Connect Savannah: If there’s someone reading this who’s never considered themselves a country fan, what’s the one album Merle Haggard would encourage them to pick up that would serve as a great example of the very best country that’s ever been recorded? Merle Haggard: Well, I don’t know. I don’t even consider myself country anymore. I identify more with what’s happening in rock and roll right now, and it’s the rock people who seem to identify with me the most, and treat me with some sort of respect. The country people are out to use my name for different things if they can, and the rock and roll people seem to just like me for who I am.

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Connect Savannah: Why do you think that is? I remember when Johnny Cash was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, Roseanne Cash said it meant much more to him to be accepted as a peer by those folks than it ever did for him to receive praise from the country music business.

Merle Haggard: I wish I could give you a title of something. I don’t really listen to much new music at all. It doesn’t speak to me. XM’s about the only radio I listen to anymore. We listen on the bus to a satellite channel called Hank’s Place. I listen to old pop and country, but I don’t pay any attention to what’s goin’ down today. I don’t find any melodies at all that I can sit down and whistle! I always thought music was lyrics and melody together. Nowadays it’s just lyrics and the same melody over and over again. There’s so little uniqueness, it really doesn’t turn me on.

Merle Haggard: Well, the rock people are coming from the heart and soul, and country people are always tryin’ to use you. Connect Savannah: That’s so strange: Rock and roll always gets tagged as the shallow, callous genre, while country made a name for itself as being a more traditional and spiritual form of music that’s linked to the heartland and the whole compassionate conservative movement. Merle Haggard: I think it went south along with our whole country. See, the whole situation of life has changed. What they’re calling country is about as country as downtown New York! It’s got nothin’ to do with actual country music. Country’s supposed to be about people who find their way from the soil to the microphone — instead of bein’ shaped into some kind of phony perfection with computers like they do nowadays. I mean, who can sing and who can’t? You really can’t tell anymore.

Connect Savannah: My buddy Webb Wilder is fond of saying that real music is out there and real people are making it. I figure that’s why you and the Strangers have continued to do well on the road. Merle Haggard: Well, I’ll tell you what you’ve hit it on the head. That’s the reason we’re drawin’ people. They’re starved to death for real music! They sure can’t hear it on the radio anymore. w Merle Haggard & The Strangers open for Bob Dylan & His Band 7:30 p.m. Sunday at the Savannah Civic Center. Seats are still available at the Civic Center Box Office, www.etix.com, or by calling 651-6556.

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Editor, I read the letter by Peter Berquist regarding Jim Reed’s story “Accelerando.” I admit I did not read Reed’s original story, but I am struck by the easy dismissal by the Editor of Berquist’s letter – especially when the original story seems to be so misleading and provides a cover, of sorts, for the attitude that what is happening in Savannah, i.e., “we cannot possibly afford an orchestra” is bolstered by the argument that

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Editor, Thank you so much for your recent Earth Day 2006 issue. I found a number of items of interest and was pleased to see such focus on getting the word out about protecting our environment. “Our Dark Secret” by Stacey Kronquest really hit a nerve. My wife, too, suffers from asthma. It’s a condition that never showed itself until we moved to Savannah and spent time living here. Fortunately for us, my wife’s condition is not nearly as severe as Ms. Kronquest’s son, but there’s certainly enough suffering to sympathize. My curiosity is piqued by Ms. Kronquest’s commentary and makes me wonder if there is not SOMETHING that can be done to at least start moving our community toward cleaner air. Surely we do not want to wait for things to get any worse or for some crisis mode to be reached before something is done. Ms. Kronquest speaks to two issues that should be directly under the influence of Savannah/Chatham County’s citizenry. Can the people not raise a collective voice and press for change? Your paper could certainly help educate us to what is needed. Is it not the influence of the people that directs the activity of the Chatham County Mosquito Control? Ms. Kronquest mentions there are non-harmful alternatives to a poison like Resmethrin. Why aren’t they used? Can we hear more about the possibilities? And what of the Waste Incinerator? Is it not our local government that determines city/county waste disposal methods? Is Incineration and air pollution the best choice? Surely there’s more to the story here. Your readers would like to know. “Our Dark Secret” sheds interesting light in some disturbing corners - but it’s just a glimpse. These corners beg for further exposure. As an interested reader, as well as a concerned citizen, I encourage you to continue to shine the light. This is a “waiting-is-not-an-option” kind of thing. Any further illumination your paper might bring is moving us in the right direction. Wake us up, Connect – stir us to action. Mitch Holman

“it’s happening everywhere.” First of all, I think that Mr. Roach – who is purported to have provided the background for the quote – should be asked to respond. Secondly, I would like to point out that I went to the internet in search of some information that would bolster one or the other side of the argument since I have no facts at hand myself. And in the interest of fair dealing, I would like to report that I am neither personally acquainted with any of the principles nor with any proposition about whether or not small orchestras are failing or in decline throughout the country. But I do have an interest in 1) facts and 2) classical music in Savannah, especially for school children but also for any patrons who feel Savannah needs a symphony. It was easy to find the American Symphony Orchestra League’s Report on the internet as well as a program written specifically for a conference held in June of last year. Here is a direct quote: “Are orchestras ‘facing extinction,’ as we sometimes hear? Orchestras remain artistically rich, economically challenged—and amazingly resilient. First, a bit of context: Over the past 20 years, out of the approximately 350 professional American orchestras, 17 were forced to cease operations—an average of 0.2 percent per year. Although the closure of an orchestra is devastating have orchestras today—employing many of the same musicians and operating on scales comparable to the orchestras they lost. Three of the communities that lost orchestras during the recession of 2002 through 2005 have already revived their orchestras or started new ones.” As you can see, it is exactly as Berquist has said. Nevertheless, I continued my attempt to locate any information that might bolster an opposing view. There is no question that funding for the arts is considered to be icing on the cake. For example, the Kennedy Center recently funded a program for small and medium orchestras’ management teams to help them find funds in order to continue the orchestra experience in their locales. Local government funding can and will go by the wayside in favor of fighting crime, getting drugs off the streets, and most especially filling open vacancies in the police department. I don’t know how much interest there is in the community to fund a symphony orchestra. The fact that it has been tried and failed does not mean that it should not be tried again. But I believe that Mr. Roach should be asked to respond to Mr.

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Berquist’s letter – that is if Mr. Reed does not have a full quote or some reference we can all explore. To respond that we have differing “opinions” is to say that on the one hand we have verifiable information that can be scrutinized by everyone and on the other hand we have something, but we are not going to tell you what, that indicates that the so-called opposing view is just as valid. Remember the tax cuts debate between Gore and Bush? Do you recall that Gore had facts and figures supporting his contention that the tax cuts were overwhelmingly in favor of the wealthy at the expense of the middle class? Do you also recall that Bush gave his word that “his” tax cuts were to be applied “across the board?” The press treated both sides as if they were equal – as if a lie was simply an opposing position when stacked against the truth. But we know it isn’t, don’t we? J. Livingstone Editor’s Note: It’s most unfortunate that, as you say, you didn’t read Mr. Reed’s article before sending us your comments on it. Had you done so, you would have seen that the quotes regarding the health of symphony orchestras were a minor aspect of the article, the purpose of which was not to warn of the demise of symphony orchestras but to herald the birth of a new one. While I appreciate your Bush/Gore analogy, Mr. Roach is not running for pres-

ident and we feel no obligation to question his credibility as an authoritative source on the subject. In turn, you and Mr. Berquist have certainly suffered no shortage of space in Connect Savannah in which to respond.

Bring on Da Noiz!

Editor, Several of us faithful downtown “listeners” have just come up (via sign language, since we can no longer hear each other) with an excellent idea to bring conditions in the Historic District to where we all secretly know we really want them. Instead of having ten minutes of every 20 throughout the day (and night) filled with the blaring sirens and klaxons we all have come to know and love so well (overlaid with the 24/7 helicopter noise adored by all) we could start the sirens and the emergency vehicle noises at the break of day each morning, then run them full-blast all day long – that is, until there is an actual emergency. Then it would be mandated that the sirens we delight in hearing would be turned off and traffic would pull to the side to allow emergency vehicles to pass. During each such “silent emergency” the various helicopters which buzz back and forth above our 200-year-old homes all day (and night) would be required to settle down to a 50-foot level above some randomly-selected lucky taxpayer’s home, giving that particular resident the thrill of having his or her walls vibrate whilst pow-

er and phone lines go non-functional for the duration of the “silent emergency.” Under our plan, it would also become mandatory for the fireworks to begin on River Street each evening at 3:30 p.m. and to run until at least midnight, and these pyrotechnics would be held each and every night – not just every other night (or so) as is now the case. We could also make it mandatory that heavy-duty concussion shells be used - not just the relatively lightweight ordnance now in play which merely drowns out sound from stereos and televisions, abruptly terminates any phone or dinner-table or living room conversations and only madly jostles a few window frames, the way it is currently - but really heavy stuff that would be guaranteed to blow shingles off the roofs of taxpayers, and would seriously “rock their house,” in the immortal words of bluesman Hound Dog Taylor. Concerning the ambulance which currently runs up and down Oglethorpe Avenue every half-hour or so all day (and night) with the siren at full-tilt, (Oglethorpe Avenue, as everyone knows, runs east/west, however all local hospitals are south of downtown, so it must be that this ambulanceman has simply learned how to have “fun with a siren”) we could make it mandatory that the driver never stops his ambulance. We could also make it mandatory that the owners of the ambulance would be

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required to run it (and its siren) 24/7, stopping only for fuel, relief drivers and the occasional repair – along with frequent inspections of the siren, which everyone would demand be operated at peak volume, louder than presently if possible, amplified to absolute top-end levels. Moreover, we could order that more ambulances, all with special, extra-loud sirens, be ordered to run back and forth all day on Liberty, Gaston, Broughton and Bay Streets, giving us what we all know we really want downtown – loud, continuous noise and plenty of it. The nearly-ceaseless noise we now have could thus be properly extended throughout the day and the night the way everyone really wants it. (Currently there are ominous periods of near-silence, punctuated only by the roaring of our crop of empty CAT buses.) We could even plan a “Noisefest” with the idea of drawing noise-oriented outof-towners, when we bring everything together - all the siren-screaming east/ west routed ambulances, every helicopter in south Georgia and every concussion shell we can lay hands on – at a different square each weekend, but always in some lucky taxpayer’s neighborhood, all of them sounding off together in concert from about 4 p.m. until at least midnight. Contact your friendly local machine politician. We can do this! T. D. Conner

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concerned about. Taste and integrity. So can we talk? We want you to make money. We want you to leave a legacy behind for your children, as you stated at a recent meeting. We want you to be successful. But is there any way you can reconsider your plans for turning the parking lot on East Broad Street between 38th and 39th streets into a Family Dollar? Without wishing to appear elitist or snobbish, some of us in the vicinity are thinking you can do something better. Have you ever shopped at the local chains? You wouldn’t have to drive far. There are two within two miles of your proposed development. The aisles are dangerously narrow - in their attempts, I’m assuming, to fit as much merchandise as possible in the store. The service is pitifully slow - obviously a tactic to cut down on staff and save money. The people behind the counters, competent but overworked, are surly. The trash cans out front are filled and rarely emptied. I think our neighborhood deserves better, don’t you? Did you know a group of 1,424 current and past store managers sued Family Dollar for not being compensated for having to work overtime and were awarded $33.2 million by a court in Alabama? Family Dollar is appealing the case but it does tell us a little something about why the stores appear so messy and the service so slow. You say they’ll have a ten-year lease on the property. What happens if they up and leave? That happens, you know. Then what kind of eyesore are we - or you - left with? There are plans to landscape, yes, but who will do the landscaping? Who will take the plastic out of the trees? Our alderman, Mary Osborne, says not to worry about loitering and possible drug action around the Dumpsters - already a very obvious problem on 39th Street - that the police will take care of that. Do you agree? We’re not so sure. If the Family Dollar on Wheaton Street or at Skidaway and Victory Drive are too far away, what about the empty storefront on Waters Avenue that used to house some kind of discount store? It has a parking lot and an existing building. You say you want to do something for the neighborhood. Have you considered a health clinic, a satellite law office for people who can’t afford big-ticket lawyers, a storefront of artist’s studios or something with a little more local ownership with an individual we can all look in the eye and hold accountable? Work with us, Mr. Isaacson. We’re all in this together. w E-mail Jane at gofish5@earthlink.net/. To comment, e-mail us at letters@connectsavannah.com

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It’s sad but true. As a prospective homeowner, you can shop around for the best house, the best value, the best hardwood floors, 12-foot ceilings, attractive tree canopy and distance from where you need to be. But you can’t pick your neighbor. When it comes to who is living next door to you or down the street or even upstairs if you’re in a condo, you’re up a creek without a paddle. You are at the mercy of the gods and/or your good karma. With a barking dog, a crew of miscreant teenagers, a house of party-animals, you can leave nasty notes, give dirty looks, call the police. Or you can switch tactics and try offering honey instead of vinegar. But there are also times when you just have to bite the bullet and wait for the bastards to up and leave. It’s a little different when Big Box Retail enters the picture. They don’t leave so easily. And when they do - when third quarter profits don’t work out, when profit expectations fail - they don’t just fold their cards and take all their toys with them. They merely open somewhere else, often leaving behind a shell of a building, a parking lot, a block of blight. It’s also pretty hard to look them in the eye. Have you ever tried to talk to a human being at Earthlink or Bank of America or Wal-Mart? But now - with Big Box construction looming - we have someone to look in the eye. A few weeks ago, developer and lawyer Bob Isaacson, who has lived in Savannah about 18 years, started holding meetings with neighborhood associations to discuss plans to enter into a partnership with Family Dollar, a discount chain 6,000 strong. Like many enterprising people these days, Mr. Isaacson came to Savannah from Atlanta, bought property at a good price - much of it left to deteriorate by scumbag slumlords who moved on to other projects - then did what many do. He borrowed money, bucked the drug lords, errant bullets and existing cockroaches, and went to work renovating. From the looks of things, he’s been pretty successful. Some properties he sold. Some he rented. Some he sat on. It’s a gamble, but that’s what developers do. They gamble on neighborhoods coming back so they can make their money back. It’s their money, their gamble. There is some oversight - zoning boards, an alphabet of zoning restrictions, city aldermen offering counsel - but in the end we can only hope the Mr. Isaacsons of the world do things with taste and integrity. Mr. Isaacson, that’s what some of us are

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by Phyllis Anne Guilmette

Sex offender sites give false sense of security Not all felons are listed at online registries, and not all who are listed must remain there

Richard Dwayne Wingster, 17, a Savannah resident, was arrested for allegedly impregnating his severely disabled teenage cousin in Hardeeville, S.C. His cousin is blind, has cerebral palsy, and according to police reports, has the mental capacity of an eight-year-old. Wingster admitted to the assault, but the incident happened when he was 16. That means if he’s convicted of third-degree criminal sexual misconduct, you will never see his picture on a sex offender registry in Georgia because he was a juvenile. There were 107 reports of sexual crimes from Jan. 1 to March 31 in Savannah, according to the Savannah Chatham Police Department. Those offenses include rape, sodomy, child molestation, indecent exposure and others. A string of recent sexual assaults where attackers posed as cable repair workers have awakened women and parents in some local neighborhoods to the problem. In all, over 200 registered sex offenders are living in Savannah. You can go to the registry at services.georgia.gov/gbi/ gbisor/ disclaim.html and look up offenders by zip code, city or county. Many offenders are not required to be listed on the registry, according to Georgia law. According to the Department of Justice, sexual crimes against children are on the rise and are usually committed by someone who knows the victim. The National Institute of Mental Health found that most child molesters molest a child or children more than 100 times before a report is made to police. Even violent offenders are released on plea bargains, for lack of evidence, or because of lenient laws and loopholes. The NMH and DOJ both state that these type of offenders have the highest recidivism rates of all criminals.

Any agent from any government group or child advocacy group will tell you that there is no cure for pedophilia and that the only thing the public can do is keep aware of who they might be. Because of this, states started maintaining a registry of violent sexual offenders after seven-yearold Megan Kanka of New Jersey was raped and murdered by a repeat sex offender living right next door. Eight-year-old Jessica Lunsford of Florida was raped, murdered and buried alive by a neighbor in Florida last year. He was a convicted sex offender. But a juvenile in Georgia, unless charged as an adult, is not required to register on the sex offender registry at all. Even if the juvenile has served time in a facility, they will not appear online to employers - even someone looking for a babysitter. “While the registry is a valuable resource, I remind people that just because someone is not on the registry, do not mean they are not a sexual predator,” said Lt. Mike. Wilkins of the Savannah-Chatham Police Department. Offenders who are considered to have a mental defect that makes them susceptible to committing sexual crimes are required to stay on the registry for life. But many other offenders - ones who do not seem violent enough, ones that are young - are not anywhere on the registry and will not be unless the law is changed. A lot of offenders only stay on the registry for the period of their probation - then they’re gone. You will never find their name in the registry.

If a person was released from prison, placed on probation or supervised released probation ten years ago, then he or she is not required to register as a sex offender. If a person was sentenced under the first offender act between 1996 and 2004, he or she is also not required to register. In 2004, the law was changed and sex offenders sentenced under the first offender act, whose victims are 12 years of age or younger are now required to register during their period of probation. As of last year, all offenders sentenced under the first offender act will be required to register during their period of probation. However, once their period of probation is successfully completed, they’re removed from the registry. “The registry is a valuable resource for adults and parents and other child caretakers that want information on where convicted sex offenders live,” said Wilkins. “It also includes photographs and descriptive information on what crime they were charged with. This information can be used to protect children and adults.” Though there’s not a particular demographic that is targeted for sexual offenses, children are susceptible to crimes committed by people they know, according to the GBI. Usually a child offender is related to a family member or is a family friend or neighbor. “For rape, the typical victim is most often a teenaged female,” said Wilkins. “The victim knows her attacker in most cases.” But young children and even infants are victims of the most heinous sex crimes. According to an FBI study at www. fbi.gov/ucr/cius_04/special_reports/

infant_victims.html, sex crimes against infants are on the rise. According to the FBI’s report, infants were victims of forcible sodomy, aggravated fondling and assault with an object. Children of other ages were victims of different sexual crimes. But, the number of sexually related crimes against infants was high enough for the FBI to chart the appalling numbers. Unfortunately, many parents and residents do not look at the sex offender registry. One resident asked me why I was even writing about a sex offenders. “Why write about that?” he asked. “Write about something citizens are concerned and angry about.” One mother and new resident said she only looked at the registry once, and that was because a friend told her to. When asked if she would recognize an offender in her area, she said she would not. Residents can do something about this crime. Keep on top of offenders moving into your neighborhoods. Make sure that the people who come onto your children’s school grounds are not offenders. Make sure your children and friends know who lives around them. “Above all, someone does not need to be listed on the registry to be a sexual predator,” said Wilkins. “Don’t rely on this as a sole factor in determining if someone is safe or not. Common sense should be your guide. If you instinctively feel uncomfortable, trust your instincts and remove yourself from the situation.” w To comment, e-mail us at letters@connectsavannah.com

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The body of a man found in the DeSoto Hilton last week was confirmed as that of missing soldier Robert Hornbeck. An autopsy conducted by a medical examiner from the Georgia Bureau of Investigation ruled the death to be accidental, caused by â€œsharp/blunt force injuriesâ€? that are â€œconsistent with being struck and pinned down by the blower of the room sized air conditioning unit where Hornbeck was found.â€? While the recovery location of Hornbeck`s body is â€œunusual,â€? investigators they currently have â€œno reason to believe that he was the victim of any crime.â€? However, the investigation into â€œhow and why Hornbeck entered and moved deeply into the industrial air conditioning unit is ongoing.â€? Hornbeck went missing Easter morning after a night on the town; shortly before noon this past Friday, detectives were called to investigate the death of a white male whose body was found in a downtown hotel. Witnesses had reported the detection of a foul odor in the lobby of the hotel for the past two days. While attempting to locate the origin of the odor, employees found the body and called police.

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of the Weird

by Chuck Shepherd

Extreme Jewelry

Salt Lake City fashion designer Jared Gold recently began offering jeweled brooches featuring brightly colored Swarovski crystals affixed to a live, 3-inchlong Madagascar hissing cockroach that a woman can allow to roam a short distance around her dress or jacket via a silver chain affixed to the roach’s back. The brooch sells for $80 at Gold’s Web site. An April New York Post story quoted an animal-rights spokesman as calling the bauble “just the gift” for the “person who doesn’t mind a small animal excreting on them throughout the day.”

Can’t Possibly Be True

Teachers at several nursery schools in Oxfordshire, England, have been encouraging kids to learn the verse “Baa, baa, black sheep/Have you any wool?” without the word “black,” but in its place a variety of emotions (e.g., “Baa, baa, sad sheep”) or colors (including “Baa, baa, rainbow sheep”) because they believe that kids with black skin might feel disrespected. According to a March Cox News Service dispatch from London, the campaign seems of a piece with a UK media flurry in 2003 suggesting changing the ending to Humpty Dumpty so that he receives merely a mild bump instead of shattering. China’s Xinhua news agency reported in March that the police department in Nanjing has gone beyond fingerprints and now has a data bank of smells taken from criminals and crime scenes to aid police dogs in investigations. Officials say that storing the scents at minus-18 degrees Celsius retards degradation for at least three years, and already, they say, the bank of 500 odors has led to the identification of 23 suspects. In March, on state highway 2 near Papamoa, New Zealand, police stopped a 32-

year-old man driving 121 km/hr (75 mph), with no license and also no arms, having kept relatively good control with one foot on the gas and the other on the steering wheel. He told officers he had been driving that way for years without incident, a fact that amazed police and an amputee interviewed by the New Zealand Herald. The man still got a NZ$170 (US$106) ticket.

Unclear on the Concept

(1) The Nigerian Football Association advised its referees in March that they could accept money from teams (since “bribery” is considered part of the way of life in Nigeria), but that they should only pretend to agree to treat the briber favorably because they have a duty to call a game fairly. (2) Joshua Abeyta was charged with arson in Thornton, Colo., in February after he allegedly set fire to the Grand Auto Pontiac dealership, doing $300,000 damage; according to police, Abeyta had no connection to the company except that he was angry with his mother, who drives a Pontiac. A Philadelphia woman who identified herself to reporters as “M. Smith” and who contracted AIDS and cancer more than 15 years ago, said recently that the company Life Partners has been threatening to back out of its contract to pay her health and life insurance premiums. She entered into a “viatical” contract in 1994, signing over her insurance death benefit to Life Partners in exchange for its promise to pay all premiums for her then-expectedly-short life. However, a new generation of drugs has kept her alive, rendering Life Partners quite unhappy with the deal it made. Although the company has not yet reneged on the contract, M. Smith reports that it constantly pressures her to begin paying the increasingly steep premiums herself.

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Creme de la Weird

Chiropractor James Burda of Athens, Ohio, advertises a miraculous cure in which he sends patients, via telepathy, back to the origin of an injury so they can understand the pain and make adjustments. Dr. Burda says he need not meet the patient, nor even talk by phone, because email works perfectly well, even for people who want chiropractic treatment for their pet. According to his Web site, he discovered his skill by accident, while driving around one day. Not surprisingly, the Ohio State Chiropractic Board announced in April that it would hold a hearing to review Burda’s work. Long Island, N.Y., bus driver Michael Cianci, 38, was charged in April with childendangerment for allegedly setting up a hierarchical social structure to enforce discipline among the Tottenville sixth-graders who rode what he called his “Death Cheese Bus.” Cianci, who was the “Emperor,” had a 12-tiered ranking system, from “Lord” to the low-end “Speds” (“special education” students). Police said Cianci permitted his high-ranking enforcers to rough up misbehaving kids.

Least Competent Surgeons

(1) Children’s Hospital of Orange County (Calif.) announced new rules to guard against wrong-site surgery after a January incident in which doctors opened

up the wrong side of a child’s skull to remove a brain tumor, only to realize, after finding no such tumor, that it was on the other side. (According to the surgeons, they merely sewed up the first site and proceeded to the correct side, without complication.) (2) Dr. Mary Ellen Beatty was suspended and fined $20,000 by the Florida Board of Medicine in April for a wrong-finger surgery, her third wrong-site error in five years.

Recurring Themes

Latest serendipitous injuries: In March, Donald Batsch, 54, was shot in the abdomen during a robbery in Bakersfield, Calif., but during surgery, doctors discovered a tumor that surely would not have been identified until much later. And in Southampton, England, in March, college professor Ronald Mann had a heart attack while driving, and his car smashed into a tree, but his body’s banging against the steering wheel acted like a defibrillator and restarted his heart. (Doctors said that if the car had had an airbag, Mann would be dead.) And in February in Altamonte Springs, Fla., Ms. Arnie Fairclaw fell, broke her leg, and was taken to a hospital; later that night, a drunk driver lost control of his truck, which rammed her house and smashed into the bed where she would have been sound asleep.

Thinning the Herd

People Who Shouldn’t Have Played with Matches: (1) An unnamed man in his 80s, whom neighbors said “hated everybody,” was killed in Downey, Calif., in January after attempting revenge by putting an explosive in a neighbor’s home but accidentally setting his arm on fire, which then set off his bomb. (2) A 49-yearold woman died in a fire in Milwaukee in January when, trying to get her boyfriend’s attention, she stood angrily beside his bed and flicked lit matches onto his sheet-clad body, until a fire started. She was eventually overcome with smoke, but the boyfriend and the five others in the house survived. w

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Earthquakes

Hundreds of people were left without shelter in sub-freezing weather after a violent temblor rocked Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula. Dozens of people were injured and there was significant structural damage, but no official reports of any fatalities were received. • A minor tremor in Tasmania triggered an underground rockfall in a gold mine, trapping three miners 3,000 feet underground. • Earth movements were also felt in eastern Japan, northwest Sumatra, central Iran, northeastern Algeria, El Salvador and western Oregon.

Record Drought

The U.K. Ministry for the Environment warned Parliament that the country is facing its worst drought since 1975. The driest conditions in 100 years could be in store for southeast of the country. Concern over two consecutive dry

winters has prompted fears of water shortages, and led to water rationing in parts of the south.

Tropical Cyclones

One of the most dangerous cyclones ever to form off the coast of Australia narrowly missed bringing severe damage to the city of Darwin. Cyclone Monica roared ashore in a remote area of the Northern Territory with winds of more than 215 mph, but rapidly lost strength. Significant structural damage was reported near the point of Monica’s landfall along the Gulf of Carpentaria. • The coast of Bangladesh was on alert late in the week as severe Cyclone Mala approached from the Bay of Bengal.

Danube Flood Crisis

More than 10,000 Romanians in the southern Dolk region faced evacuation from their homes as crews struggled to prevent the swollen river Danube from bursting its

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Canadian health and environment experts warned that the sun’s rays could be more dangerous than ever this summer as levels of harmful ultraviolet radiation are expected to rise by 4 percent. Environment Canada warns that the higher level of cancercausing UV rays will be due to a thinning of Earth’s protective stratospheric ozone layer. The agency warns that cases of skin cancer, sunburns, cataracts and other related ailments are likely to increase this summer. People are advised to wear hats and sunglasses, and make frequent applications of sunscreen when outdoors.

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Culture|Theatre

by Jim Morekis

When the going gets rough, Shakespeare goes pro Annual outdoor theatre festival has a change of leadership, date, venue – and attitude

For the past two decades, Savannahians have marked their calendars the last weekend in April or the first in May as that special time when City Lights Theatre Company brings Shakespeare downtown in the night air. The bad news is, the perennially popular Savannah Shakespeare Festival didn’t take place this spring – City Lights Artistic Director Jim Holt retired from staging the signature event after last year’s performance of Romeo and Juliet. But the good news is that the Festival is set to happen in November under new leadership, with a performance of Othello outside on River Street’s Morrell Park. For new Artistic Director Joshua Stafford – a local actor and former U.S. Army Ranger now occupied full-time with the daunting challenge of staffing, organizing and funding the nonprofit event – the opportunity was impossible to resist. “When I heard Jim wasn’t going to renew the grant, I called the city to see if we still had time to apply for it. Turns out we did, so I submitted the proposal in June and it was approved later that December,” Stafford says. “The city’s Department of Cultural Affairs has been so helpful to us in this effort. Eileen Baker has been very instrumental in helping to get this done,” he says. “Everyone at the city has given us all the support in the world.” The unanimously-approved $59,000 Cultural Affairs grant means Stafford won’t have to start over from scratch in funding the ambitious festival – though he says he plans to independently raise about $30,000 in additional money. More importantly, it means Savannah will continue to enjoy its beloved Shakespeare in the night air, albeit in a different season. Not only will the season and venue change, but so will the attitude: for the first time ever, actors in the festival will be paid for their efforts, including two lead performers from the Equity stage union

Bubba & Brenda... & a boat

that Stafford expects to cast over the next who study their craft and act for a living. month or so after a nationwide search. We want to combine them with the best we Local auditions for the festival were have to offer in Savannah.” held this past Monday and Tuesday; While Stafford expects that some loauditions by appointment will be held cal actors may be miffed at the influx of this Saturday. To reserve a spot e-mail outside talent, he says his is a tough-love shakespearesav@ approach that Savannah’s comcast.net or call finally ready for. 596-8378. “If we get so insular as In addition, Stafan artistic community, we ford has hired Jane prohibit ourselves, and we McCulloch, founder reach a learning curve we and artistic director of can’t get around,” he says. the English Cham“Sometimes it takes ber Theatre, to direct others from outside. My Othello beginning experience working on Oct. 16 through the a couple of feature films run of the perforshowed me what can hapmance Nov. 3-5. pen when professionals After a long ascome together and work sociation with the – not just as a product of legendary Old Vic volunteerism.” Theatre in London, Even though the two McCulloch started Equity positions will opthe English Chamerate under strict union ber Theatre in l985. guidelines – with fines Dame Judi Dench is payable to the union if its president. mealtimes and breaks Joshua Stafford, Artistic Director “I met Jane not aren’t religiously observed of the Savannah Shakespeare Festival – Stafford says he’ll still too long ago when I was at the Southeast be able to fulfill the city’s Theatre Conference in Orlando,” Stafford requirement that the grant money be used says. “We met through a chance meeting for an educational component. with the producer of The Lost Colony in “Under the union guidelines you can Roanoke, Va., which Jane will be directing use two hours of paid rehearsal time for this summer.” one hour of teaching,” Stafford explains. McCulloch, currently in the U.K., “That means we’ll be able to have the Eqcomes to town in mid-October to begin uity actors do two one-hour workshops for her contract with the Savannah Shakeeach of the seven high schools.” speare Festival – though Stafford says she So why Othello? will be intimately involved in casting deciStafford says candidly that the fact that sions. Stafford explains the new focus on Othello is generally considered to be a professionalism: black man (Shakespeare’s only clue is call“We want to regionalize our efforts, and ing him a “Moor”) is precisely the reason associate as artists with working profeshe chose the play for his inaugural effort. sionals. And first and foremost, what that “We’ve definitely decided to cast an Afmeans is hiring a professional director we rican-American in the role of Othello,” he can learn from,” he says. “That also insays. “We wanted to involve all citizens of cludes bringing in a couple of Equity actors Savannah. It blends nicely with our educa-

composite of wedding lore,” Gamble says. “I started asking people what was the funniest thing In a Southern twist on the popular Tony & Tina’s Wedyou saw at a wedding – I wish ding, a local actress has concocted her I could have used all of them, own improvisational, audience parbut these are the highlights,” ticipation nuptuals, Bubba & Brenda she says. “Also, a lot of the Just Got Married! characters are inspirations “Tony & Tina’s Wedding was an from my family and people I inspiration to me, but that was all grew up with.” about Northerners with New York acThe conflict – and the cents,” says Janet Gamble, who along comedy – comes from “the with her husband J.R. Reynolds operage-old battle of the classes. ates Interactive Adventures. “We deOne side of the family, Brencided we needed something like that da’s, is poor but fun, and the for Southern people and tourists.” groom’s side is old money.” Bubba & Brenda, performed durIn the meantime, audience ing a cruise on the Georgia Queen members are free to eat, enjoy riverboat May 9 and 16, “is really a Stefanie Selai (Brenda) dances with a guest the cash bar, and get involved

tional outreach.” Stafford’s ambitions don’t end with the production itself. Beginning at 6 p.m. the Friday of the Festival, other entertainment will include a dance performance choreographed by Stafford’s wife Trina, an accomplished dancer in her own right. In addition, Stafford says entertainment will begin as early as noon on the Saturday and Sunday of the Festival. “We’ll open the stage to local arts groups that want to participate,” he says, adding that he’s trying to bring at least some portion of the state’s yearly high school Shakespeare competition to the event as well. While it must be tempting for Stafford to take part in the show himself, he says he’s resisting that temptation. “I’ve consciously decided not to play a part onstage in this production. There’s so much at stake, especially in this transition from one organization to another.” Instead, Stafford says he’s content to use his organizational abilities and experience to make the Savannah Shakespeare Festival the success he wants it to be. “That’s one of my greatest strengths – gathering intelligent and motivated people to create,” he says. As for the new season of the performance – late fall – Stafford says not to worry about the weather being too cold. “We really studied local weather patterns going into this, and we discovered that weekend in November usually has absolutely perfect weather,” he says. “And if it does get a little chilly – well, a blanket and a bottle of red wine will make it even more cozy.” w The Savannah Shakespeare Festival will take place Nov. 3-5 on Morrell Park off River Street. Volunteers will be needed for set construction, painting, costumes and props. E-mail Joshua Stafford at shakespearesav@comcast.net or call 5968378 to get involved. The Festival website is www.savannahshakespearefestival.com

in the show if they choose to. Several well-known local actors star in the largely improvisational production, including Stefanie Selai as Brenda, Kyle Merritt as Bubba, Barry Finch as his father, Grace Tootle as Brenda’s extroverted mother, Cathi Pellicone as the groom’s stepmother, J.R. Reynolds as the preacher and Gamble herself as the maid of honor. Interactive Adventures has booked a total of eight performances of Bubba & Brenda on the boat this year. Gamble says though the show is total comedy, it’s also completely appropriate for children. “There’s no foul language, no real innuendo – just a little kissin’,” she laughs. w Bubba & Brenda Just Got Married! is performed May 9 and May 16 on the Georgia Queen. Boarding is at 6 p.m., and the boat sails from 7-8:30 p.m. $38.95 cost per person includes hors-d’oeuvres. Call 232-6404 or 800-786-6404.

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culture|Theatre

by Linda Sickler

Redemption Danny and the Deep Blue Sea Fowl Brick Theatre and Studio West Productions present

thought it was funny,” Fowler says. Audiences thought Brickhouse and Fowler were funny, too. “Cop Out had a three-night run at The Sentient Bean,” Fowler says. “By Saturday, it was sold-out, with wall-to-wall people. Jane Fishman did a review of the show and liked it. That spurred us on to even further projects.” The show has been in pre-production since January and Brickhouse and Fowler have been rehearsing for six weeks. “It’s like nothing Savannah has ever seen before,” Fowler says. “This is a bona fide professional production, with professional actors directed by a professional director,” she says. “Everyone who has worked on it is a professional.” The production is being directed by Toby Thelin, a graduate of New York University’s Tisch School at the Playwrights Horizons Theatre. He has directed many projects in New York City and has performed Off-Broadway with the Bread and Puppet Theatre. Since moving to Savannah, he has directed several local productions. Studio West Productions was founded by Martell Stroup, who holds a degree in furniture design and who will receive a master’s degree in film from the Savannah College of Art and Design this summer. He has owned his own theater company and directed several plays. Stroup also has written several scripts, including Act One, which won the award for best play at the Savannah Playwrights Festival in 2002. “Danny and the Deep Blue Sea is his favorite play,” Fowler says. “The story itself is everyone’s story. Danny and Roberta meet in a bar because they can’t stand being where they are any more. Roberta is 31 and has a child, but still lives at home with her parents. She’s stuck and she’s lonely. There‘s

a real need for human connection.” That connection is found when Roberta meets Danny. “They end up talking,” Fowler says. At first, talking isn’t easy. “John Patrick Shanley says both are articulate, yet they’re yearning to speak,” Fowler says. “They’re not used to talking a whole lot,” she says. “They don’t know how to communi-

cate. Their conversation is hilarious and at the same time brutal.” Life has not turned out the way Roberta and Danny had hoped it would. “A lot of people when they’re older want things ideally to be the way they were when they were growing up,” Fowler says. “Things aren’t at all what they wanted them to be,” she says. “They want to go back to when they still had dreams. That’s what Danny and Roberta try to do.” There is violence in the play, as well as adult language, so it is geared toward mature audiences only. Yet the play also is humorous and tender. “It’s really beautiful and very hopeful,” Fowler says. “The whole time John Patrick

Shanley is witting, there’s always a joke somewhere.” Fowler says she’s encountered real Dannys and Robertas in life. “I’ve bartended on and off to support myself as an actor,” she says. “You really do see a lot of people like that. They’ve become disillusioned with life.” But with Shanley at the helm, Danny and the Deep Blue Sea is never morose or maudlin. “John Patrick Shanley is known for his dialogue, which is very believable dialogue,” Fowler says. “I know I’ve said the same Tosha Fowler things these characters have and Chris said,” she says. “It always rings Brickhouse true.” rehearse This production continues Fowl Brick’s mission of presenting the unexpected. “With Cop Out, we promised something people had never seen before,” Fowler says. “Cop Out was very avant garde, but people were coming to see it, then returning and bringing friends with them.” The second production isn’t anything like the first. “Danny is very raw and real,” Fowler says. “You look at these characters and say, ‘Oh my God, I know these people.’” w Fowl Brick Theatre and Studio West Productions present Danny and the Deep Blue Sea Thursday, May 4 through Saturday, May 6 at 8 p.m. at Armstrong Atlantic State University’s Jenkins Blackbox Theater. The play also will be presented Friday, May 12 through Saturday, May 13 at 8 p.m. at The Sentient Bean. It is recommended for mature audiences only. Cost is a recommended donation of $7. For tickets or information, call 235-4414.

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In Danny and the Deep Blue Sea, a man and woman find redemption in each other. At first glance, it would seem that two people couldn’t be more different. Danny is a violent truck driver who often gets into fights, while Roberta is dangerously emotional. The two meet in a seedy bar, where they have gone as a last resort to escape from their dead-end lives. The result is a play that is both comic and violent. Danny and the Deep Blue Sea is the first play that was written by John Patrick Shanley, who many consider the hottest playwright working today. It will be presented, first at Armstrong Atlantic State University’s Jenkins Blackbox Theater, then at The Sentient Bean, by Fowl Brick Theatre and Studio West Productions. The parts of Danny and Roberta are played by Chris Brickhouse and Tosha Fowler. “It was first produced in 1984,” Fowler says. “John Patrick Shanley won the 2005 Pulitzer Prize, a Tony Award and the Drama Desk Award for Doubt, which is on Broadway. He’s pretty hot right now. He’s on everybody’s to-do list.” Shanley also won an Academy Award for the screenplay of Moonstruck in 1987. His other plays include Four Dogs and a Bone, The Italian American Reconciliation and Sailor’s Song. This is the second production from Fowl Brick Theatre Company and Studio West Productions. Fowler is a native of Savannah who graduated from AASU, while Brickhouse is a native of St. Mary’s. “I was working at two different theater companies in Atlanta when I ran into Chris,” Fowler says. “We decided to do a play called Cop Out. We needed a theater company name.” Brickhouse combined their last names to come up with Fowl Brick Theatre. “We

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‘Nature Observed & Preserved’– The Nature Conservancy joins with artists Jeannine Cook, Lind Hollingsworth and Steve Willis to present this exhibit Saturday, May 6, 4-9 p.m. at The Art School, 74 W. Montgomery Crossroads, #B-2. This is an opportunity for guests to meet members and staff of The Nature Conservancy and to find out more about this significant environmental organization. A portion of the art sales will be donated by the artists to The Nature Conservancy. Call 921-1151.

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First Friday at Starland– ‘Monster’: The Latin verb monstrare translates as: to Artists in the exhibition embellish the monster

Benjamin Jones and Meryl Truett– New works at the Barbara Archer Gallery/ Savannah, 306 East Huntingdon St. May 5-June 3. Opening reception Friday, May 5, 6-8 p.m. Red Kite Studio Grand Opening -- Red Kite is owned and operated by SCAD graduate illustration students and set aside solely to display student work. Friday, May 5, 6-9 p.m. Libations and music, art, illustration and sundries. 1522 Bull Street (in between 31st and 32nd streets) ‘Journey of a Soul’ -- Work of Outsider artist Larry Beaver documents his struggle with his demons. Hurn Museum of Contemporary Folk Art, 1015 Whitaker Street, (on the corner of Park Avenue and Whitaker), (912) 234 - 7322, Hours: Tuesday - Saturday, 11 - 4; Sunday 12 - 4; Closed Monday. Adults $4; Students $ 3.

‘Botanical Impressions’ -- Photography by Michael D. Weinman, MD, May-June at the Hospice Savannah Gallery of Art, 1352 Eisenhower Dr. Opening reception 5:307:30 p.m., May 11. Gallery hours 8:30 a.m.5 p.m. ‘Bridge’– SCAD presents this exhibition featuring artwork by students in a Chinese painting class, through May 8 at Alexander Hall Gallery, 669 Indian St. Free and open to the public.

Photos by Meryl Truett are among works featured at the opening of the new Barbara Archer Gallery downtown

SCAD Gallery Hop -- Shuttles run between the galleries and refreshments will be served. Participants may join the gallery hop at any of the featured stops. Bridge, work from a Chinese painting class, can be seen at Alexander Annex Gallery at 668 Indian St., Scenic Overlooks, Al Fuller’s thesis exhibition, can be seen at Alexander Hall Gallery at 668 Indian St. Multiple Choice, the fibers faculty show, can be seen at Pinnacle gallery, 320 E. Liberty St. Nocturne, by MFA painting candidate Ben Ward, can be seen at Poetter Hall, 342 Bull St. The Vera Wang Exhibition can be seen at Red Gallery, 201 E. Broughton St. Alexander Ink, a printmaking exhibition, can be seen at Alexander Hall Gallery at 668 Indian St. The work of SCAD alumnus Jen Swearington can be seen at Shop SCAD, 340 Bull St. May 5 from 5-7 p.m. Free and open to the public.

of Contemporary Folk Art, 1015 Whitaker Street, on the corner of Park and Whitaker, tele: (912) 234 - 7322. Tuesday - Saturday 11 - 4; Sunday 12 - 4; closed Monday. Adults $4; Students $3.

Laura Dinello– An exhibit featuring work by this popular local artist runs through May 7 at the Grand Bohemian Gallery in The Mansion on Forsyth Park, 700 Drayton St.

metaphor through painting, photography, video, audio, installation, and performance work by Natalie Bray, Penny Brice, Henry Dean, Alex Estes, Robert Farmer, Jon Field, Alex Gingrow, Jim Gladman, Clifford Hedin, Diana Heise, Crystal Kanney, Anna Keck, Marcus Kenney, Jenny Kuhla, Brienna McLaughlin, Dan Saelinger, and Kevin Strickland. Opening reception at First Friday, May 5, 6-10 p.m. in the Starland Design District. ‘Savannah and the Islands’– Group show at Horne & Thistle Gallery, 424 E Oglethorpe Ave., features gallery artists and several invited artists, with artwork that mirrors that theme. May 1-31 with a reception May 6, 5-8 p.m. Reception and show are free and open to the public. laNdscapES -- A tongue in cheek look at lansdscape for a generation raised on digital photography. By Gregory T. Davis. May 4-11, reception Friday May 5, 6-8 p.m. Desot O row Gallery 2427 Desoto Ave. Between Bull and Whitaker on 41st. Steel Feathers -- Innovative, beguiling, bigger than life sculptures by Eric Longo, through June 12th at The Hurn Museum

‘Lost Horizons: An intimate view of the marshes’– Oils and pastels by longtime local favorite Larry Levow, through May at Off the Wall Gallery inside 45 Bistro at the Marshall House on Broughton Street downtown. Gallery 440 – Welcomes Charlotte Dunlap, Morgan Kuhn, Cissie Victor and Frances Walter, our artists in residence. Upstairs are works by photographer Tim Coy and paintings by Billy Herrin. Now showing on the first floor, a group exhibition of figure, still life and landscape paintings. Gallery 440 is at 440 Bull St..

JEA Art for May– The Art Show at the Jewish Educational Alliance beginning May 1 will feature Bobby Segall. ‘Women of Power’– Black and white portraits of a diverse group of powerful women by John Zeuli. Through May at the Starfish Cafe, 719 E. Broad St., M-F 7 a.m.2 p.m. and Saturdays 8 a.m.-2 p.m. ‘Silverbeauty’– Jody Schiesser’s artistic nudes in black & white and color mounted on oak. Through May 15 at Moon River Brewing Company 21 W. Bay St. ‘Contemporary Classics’– New works by Chroma Gallery artists, 31 Barnard St. ‘Light and Atmosphere’– Paintings, pastel, and screen prints by Harriet ZabuskyZand at Alvida Art Gallery, 7303 Abercorn St. Jepson Center for the Arts– Inaugural exhibitions include: “Robert Rauschenberg: Scenarios and Short Stories”; “Darryl Pottorf: A Perspective”; work by Christopher Rauschenberg; and “Savannah Revisited.” Call 790-8800. Call for entries– DeSotoRow Gallery accepting artworks “that stray from traditional narrative themes.” Show: 8 p.m. Sat. May 27 at Mondonaro Theatre, 217 MLK Blvd. Entries are to be dropped off at 2427 Desoto Ave. between Bull and Whitaker Streets no later than Fri. May 19. Hours Tues.-Sun. 12-4 p.m. or leave in mailbox. Less than 5 minutes preferred, fifteen minutes max. DVDs or Mini DV Tapes. No submission fee. Show is juried. Curators: Ryan Brennan, Joshua Green, Richard Peete. w Art Patrol is for rotating shows, exhibitions and receptions. Send your art info to jim@connectsavannah.com

Work at First Friday: Left, Dan Saelinger’s “Phone. North Shore, Hawaii”; inset, capture from Jon Field and Jim Gladman’s “W.A.S.T.E. (The Emissary)”

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Slightly subdued side-project of the infamously unhinged local blues combo Bottles & Cans. Fri., 10 pm, Molly MacPherson’s Scottish Pub. Laid-back vocal pop covers and meditative, Latin-tinged instrumentals played on acoustic guitar. Fri., 7 pm, Dewey’s Dockside (Tybee).

The Jeff Beasley Band

Regional country songwriter leading veteran roadhouse players through covers and originals. Wed., Fri. & Sat., 9 pm, Gilley’s (Hinesville). Fun local guitar-based electric blues combo that used to be known as Mama’s Mojo. Expect stylish, flashy takes on wellknown tunes by icons of the genre, i.e., Stevie Ray. Fri., 10 pm, Mercury Lounge.

‘50s rock and roll hits, electric blues standards, and cajun-flavored R & B. Fri., 9 pm, Jazz’d Tapas Bar + Sat., 7 pm, The Warehouse + Mon., 10 pm, (solo), Murphy’s Law.

Bottles & Cans

Raw, high-octane blues act that’s not afraid to let their freak flag fly, and drop some old-school trash-punk and psychedelic rock influences into their vamped-up arrangements of standards and obscurities. Sat., 10 pm, Savannah Blues.

Chaos Inc.

At their best, this heavy-handed local acid-rock band’s self-indulgent jams evoke the sax and delay pedal bliss of Camambert Electrique-era Gong, which can be as exhilarating as it is mesmerizing and satisfying. At their worst, it sounds like a never ending, skunk weed-fueled rec room rehearsal. Thurs., 10 pm, Savannah Blues.

The Tony Clarke Project

Local combo (led by an expressive, veteran drummer) playing dance and grooveoriented funk, jazz, and R & B. Thurs., 7 pm, The Mansion on Forsyth Park.

Thomas Claxton

Acoustic guitar-driven rock originals and covers from a local songwriter soon to release his debut CD. These are some of your last chances to catch his act before he tries to make it in the Big Apple. (Note: despite the well-publicized fire which recently damaged the Bayou Café, they’re open for business on their relatively unscathed upper level.) Wed., 7 pm, Pogy’s Bar & Grill (Richmond Hill) + Fri. - Sat., 9 pm, The Bayou Café + Sun., 5:30 pm, The Warehouse.

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Acoustic troubadour offering traditional and Celtic ballads, as well as pop faves. Wed. - Sun., Kevin Barry’s.

Eat Mo’ Music

Local instrumental soul-jazz quintet (drums, trombone, trumpet, bass, guitar), offering something slightly more rock and funk-oriented than most other area jazz acts. Fri., 7 pm, North Beach Grill (Tybee) + Sat., 9:30 pm, Il Pasticcio.

Fine Arts On The River

Recently re-tooled by the Savannah Waterfront Association, this updated free street festival is designed to offer a variety of cultural entertainment for all ages. In addition to food vendors, interactive games and arts and crafts people, there’s plenty of live music —rock, jazz, jam, classical, and Latin— including: The Duo, The Jeff Beasley Band, The Jon Dunn Project, the newly-minted Southern GA Symphony, and Jacey Falk & The Review (Fri., 10 am - 11 pm); The Richard Harris Trio, Mariachi Juvenil America, Sankofa Dance Theatre, The Jeff Beasley Band, and Dave’s True Story (Sat., 10 am - 10 pm); and The Jacey Falk Trio, Martha

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1st Friday For Folk Music

Monthly coffeehouse-style ALL-AGES acoustic music showcase, sponsored by The Savannah Folk Music Society. This installment features: Nashville’s Joni Bishop (a repeat guest), who cut her teeth on early rural blues like that of Odetta and Mississippi John Hurt, plus American folk of the ‘60s (think Peter, Paul & Mary). Since then, she has embraced everything from Southern gospel, to zydeco, to classical guitar during her travels around the country. She notably won the “New Folk” competition at the prestigious Kerrville Folk Festival. Also: David Berkeley, a stunning, Harvard-educated guitarist and songwriter, whose previous stops in Savannah left many in the audience spellbound. Ironically, for the location of this show, in 2004, he was the very first recipient of ASCAP’s Johnny Mercer Songwriting Award; and local act Patchwork, playing traditional Celtic sea chanteys, Americana, bluegrass and country folk. Free with a suggested donation of $2 to the SFMS. Fri., 7:30 pm, Wesley Monumental United Methodist Church (429 Abercorn St.).

Grupo Savanerra

This brand-new local group concentrates on festive, Latin-influenced jazz, and American standards given a Latin twist through the addition of ethnic percussion. The unit is comprised of a handful of the more versatile and respected players in the region (including Peter Berquist on bass, Ricardo Ochoa on violin, Josh Safer on timbalés, Tony Clarke on congas, and Eric Jones on piano). The perfect musical accompaniment to Cinco de Mayo? Fri., 9 pm, The Mansion on Forsyth Park.

High Velocity

Popular local cover act with a massive repertoire of Southern rock, classic rock, and modern-day pop country hits. Fri. Sat., 9 pm, VFW Club (Hinesville).

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Singing guitarist known to many longtime clubgoers as the bass player in a number of well-liked local cover acts over the years, including The Tremors. Wed., 5 pm, Sorry Charlie’s.

Jacksonville Symphony

After a long dry spell, there’s now more orchestral concerts around these parts than you can wave a baton at. This esteemed organization (led by conductor Fabio Mechetti) is offering Mussorgsky’s Pictures At An Exhibition, Respighi’s Three Botticelli Pictures, and Dvorák’s Violin Concerto (featuring guest soloist Kyoko Takezawa). Sun., 7 pm, Lucas Theatre.

The Jazz & Tango Kings

A hybrid of classical music, improvisational jazz, and the intoxicating pull of the Argentinian tango, featuring ace guitarist Bruce Spradley. Sat., 8 pm, Gottlieb’s. Americana covers and originals sung and played on acoustic guitar by a member of Athens-based road band Stewart & Winfield. Thurs., 10 pm, Murphy’s Law. *

Miles Ahead

Statesboro jam-band. Sat., 10 pm, Locos Deli & Pub (Downtown).

Strange Brew

Full-band gig of blues and jazz-influenced rock, featuring noted area guitarist G.E. Perry, and mouth harpist James Gay. Sat., 10 pm, Fiddler’s Crab House.

Pitboss

‘80s-themed cover band. Fri., 10 pm, Locos Deli & Pub (Downtown).

Jeremy & Stephen Riddle

Brother duo (members of local alternative rockers Argyle), offering a strippeddown set of well-known rock, ska, and reggae covers, plus their own material. A “Pinko de Mayo” fundraiser for the American Diabetes Association’s Kiss A Pig Campaign. Fri., 10 pm, Murphy’s Law.

Under the moniker Ruby Rosa, this NYC duo deal in what they term “modern torch songs,” originals, classic standards, and all manner of “emotionally intoxicating” tunes. Warren is one hell of a chanteuse, and at home tearing up Billie Holiday numbers as Beatles cuts. Sat., 9 pm, Jazz’d Tapas Bar.

Savannah Scottish Games

Plenty of live Celtic music on tap for this annual event, including: The Wyndbreakers — a Fl. trio playing fiddle, guitar, uileann pipes and whistles; kilted baritone singer and guitarist Alex Beaton; Savannah native Moira Nelligan, and more. Sat., 9 am - 5 pm, Bethesda Home For Boys.

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Beloved local vocalist, schooled in the jazz, gospel and soul idioms. Sun., 2 pm, Fannie’s On The Beach (Tybee).

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The inaugural installment of a new, bi-weekly spoken word event sponsored by The Spitfire Poetry Group. Described as “a bunch of visual artists, poets and hip-hop purists” thrown into a room and served alcohol, it promises to be an unpredictable, festive happening. DJ Santiago spins music, and the world-famous, Tony Award-winning Def Poetry Jam star Tamika Harper (aka Georgia Me) will be on hand to offer uplifting, insightful (and intense) verbage. Sun., 8 pm, Vero 44 (44 Bull St.).

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One would have to travel deep into the 1990s -- during the era of Mrs. Doubtfire and The Birdcage -- to find a comedic Robin Williams performance that was more than simply incessant and annoying shtick. RV, therefore, marks the first time in at least a decade that Williams merges his patented humor with a recognizably human character, and the balance suits him well. It’s just a shame that the vehicle that carries this engaging performance doesn’t offer a smoother ride. Williams stars as Bob Munro, a workaholic who spends far more time sucking up to his unctuous boss (Will Arnett) than racking up quality hours with the wife (Cheryl Hines) and kids (Joanna “JoJo” Levesque and Josh Hutcherson). Ordered to attend a business meeting in Colorado right when he’s supposed to take the family to Hawaii for a vacation, Bob decides to meet both obligations by renting an RV and heading out to the open spaces with his clan -- and thereby making it easier to sneak away long enough to participate in the powwow. That quintessential modern-day tug-ofwar between career and home is too omniscient to ever be ignored by filmmakers looking for an easy angle, but for a while, RV looks as if it’s going to be a poignant, perhaps even perceptive, take on the mat-

Writer-director Paul Greengrass’ superb 9/11 docudrama United 93 is one of those movies that should be seen, but it’s understandable that many viewers won’t want to see it, and no amount of critical hosannas will change their minds. We all know the tragic yet inspiring saga of what happened on this particular airplane on that fateful September day. United 93 takes us through the morning’s activities, beginning with the terrorists praying at dawn and hopscotching through various air traffic control rooms scattered along the northern corridor of the country as well as the Federal Aviation Administration HQ. The first half of the movie spends more time with traffic controllers desperately trying to make sense of the chaos descending on them at sickening speed. Monitoring the blips on the screens, the controllers begin to sweat when particular ones veer off course or disappear. And then there are those reports that smoke is emanating from one of the World Trade Center towers, in the vicinity where one flight’s location was last verified. Surely one has nothing to do with the other? The implications sicken the characters as much as it churns up roiling emotions in viewers who know how this will all turn out. In the second half of the film the connective tissues of the story fall away, and we’re exclusively left with the saga unfolding aboard United 93. Realizing that these terrorists plan to use the plane as a weapon of mass destruction -- and thereby realizing that no Entebbe-style rescues will be in the works -- the passengers decide that only they can stop the murderers at the controls. It’s noble to imagine that their collective motive was to honor and protect God and country, but this movie is honest enough to acknowledge that, like any of us caught in such a situation, self-preservation comes first. And it’s a testament to the movie’s power that we find ourselves praying for a safe landing even though actual history has long dictated otherwise. Greengrass repeatedly refuses to take the bait of making a picture that can be tagged as exploitive, propagandistic or too political. How restrained is Greengrass’ approach? Understand that passenger Todd Beamer’s catchphrase “Let’s roll” -- you know, the one that’s been co-opted by seemingly every politician, pundit and newshound from coast to coast -- is barely audible when Beamer speaks it in the film, and even then it’s not a standalone quip but rather part of a string of hurried utterances. w

ter. But no: Director Barry Sonnenfeld, whose one-two punch of Get Shorty and Men In Black once promised a brighter future, and scripter Geoff Rodkey, who recently hacked up the screenplay for Tim Allen’s The Shaggy Dog, reveal an obsession with labored slapstick and potty humor, meaning we get numerous scenes in which Bob falls down hills, gets run over or finds himself covered head-to-toe in fecal matter. By the end, the crudity is so excessive, it makes National Lampoon’s Vacation look as sophisticated as The Accidental Tourist by comparison. Jeff Daniels and Kristin Chenoweth offer some broad laughs as married yahoos who permanently live out of their RV; the roles are condescending, but the pair invest them with vibrant personalities -- and it’s a hoot just to hear Daniels’ character deliver the word “chagrin.”

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to Keke Palmer, who essays the central role of Akeelah Anderson. Like Hard Candy’s Ellen Page, she’s a teenage actress, yet both her understanding and command of her craft enable this rising talent to carry the picture like an established trouper. Her part may not be as complex as Page’s role in the pedophile picture, but she ably handles whatever challenges are thrown her way. Growing up in south LA with her widowed mother (Angela Bassett) and two older siblings, Akeelah’s only true passion is for spelling -- a seemingly frivolous fancy considering her dour surroundings and dead end options. But determined to somehow put his decrepit school on the map, the principal Mr. Welch (Curtis Armstrong) encourages Akeelah to try out for a competition that will determine which student will represent them in upcoming spelling bees. Akeelah easily trounces the competition and in doing so catches the eye of Dr. Larabee (Laurence Fishburne), Mr. Welch’s friend and a former spelling wiz himself. Dr. Larabee agrees to coach Akeelah through the exhausting bee season, and their goal is no less than reaching the Scripps National Spelling Bee finals. From the mental approach espoused by Dr. Larabee to the presence of an unsmiling nemesis, Akeelah and the Bee milks the Karate Kid/Rocky formula to such an exhaustive degree that you half-expect a

25 character to bellow “Yo, Adrian!” or order Akeelah to “wax on, wax off.” But what sets the film apart is the manner in which it details how Akeelah’s triumphs end up lifting the entire community. Her success is their success, and it’s truly inspiring to watch neighbors from all walks of life -- everyone from the postman to the local crime lord(!) -- throw their support behind her. On paper, the narrative device employed by writer-director Doug Atchison during the climactic moment may sound overreaching, but on screen, it plays beautifully and allows the film’s real message to round all the bases before sliding home.

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Watching gloomy and insecure Olivia (Jennifer Aniston) make ends meet by working as a maid, it’s easy to picture her back in middle school, perhaps going through an “ugly duckling” phase that might have scarred her for life. Or after witnessing Christine (Catherine Keener) bicker endlessly with her husband David (Jason Isaacs), we understand it wasn’t always like this and find ourselves hoping for a glimpse of happier times. Set in LA, this seriocomic saga centers on the daily activities of four close friends. These four women retain a mutually close relationship, which in turn allows them to bounce ideas and actions off each other. Three of them are the friends with money of the title, though two help prove any number of cash-strapped adages: money isn't everything; money can't buy happiness; money can't buy you love -- take your pick. The friend without money is Olivia, who, it appears, has always been poor and who once gave up a job as a school teacher because all her affluent students kept throwing quarters at her. Now she works as a maid, freelancing for various clients and spending the remainder of her time involved in a masochistic relationship with a shallow and casually cruel fitness instructor (Scott Caan). Friends With Money is effective in the way it makes us relate to all these characters and their struggles as they grapple with universal issues involving camaraderie, self-worth and the inability to come to terms with one’s mortality.

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Michael Douglas plays Harrison Ford and Kiefer Sutherland costars as Tommy Lee Jones in The Sentinel, the latest thriller that tries to put one over on the audience but ends up only fooling itself. It’s clearly no match for The Fugitive, though this "innocent man on the lam" yarn gets some mileage out of a fairly taut first act and an appropriately constipated Michael Douglas performance. Douglas is cast as Pete Garrison, a career Secret Service agent ballsy enough to carry on an affair with the First Lady (Kim Basinger). But evidence soon surfaces that a foreign outfit is plotting to assassinate the President (David Rasche), and that their inside man is no less than a member of the Secret Service. Because Garrison is concealing his illicit affair -- and being led by the nose by the real culprits -- his lie detector results convince agent David Breckinridge (Sutherland) that his former mentor is the traitor in the ranks. Garrison manages to avoid capture and thereafter stays one step ahead of Breckinridge and his rookie partner (Desperate Housewives’ Eva Longoria, spinning her wheels in a tissue-thin part) in order to nab the villains and clear his own name. Johnson doubtless planned to deliver a hand-wringing thriller filled with unexpected twists and turns, but even good intentions can find themselves caught in the line of fire.

Brit named Martin Tweed (who else but Hugh Grant?), agrees to the arrangement but is more interested in making sure that his baby remains prime-time’s top-rated program. On that front, he has little reason to worry, as audiences adore two of this year’s crop of contenders: duplicitous Sally Kendoo (an effective Mandy Moore), who will do anything to win, and Arabian immigrant Omer (likable Sam Golzari), a reluctant terrorist-in-training who’s far more interested in show tunes than in following orders to kill Staton on live TV. American Dreamz is a crushing disappointment, a weak-willed, ill-conceived film with a scarcity of laughs and a maddening tendency to let its subjects off with a slap on the wrist rather than go for the jugular.

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Take the Lead might be a tad too predictable for my taste, but it’s just the sort of uplifting yarn that could conceivably generate enough positive word-of-mouth to emerge as a modest sleeper hit. Inspired by a true story (and rarely has that opening disclaimer been used so loosely), this centers on the efforts of ballroom dance instructor Pierre Dulaine (Antonio Banderas) to teach his elegant craft to a high school class of rowdy inner-city youths. Initially resistant to his efforts, the kids eventually come around once Pierre agrees to mesh his continued on page 28

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moves with their hip-hop music. Banderas and his young co-stars are attractive and appealing, and the subplots involving the students’ troubled home lives carry more currency than one might expect.

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The so-called “culture of spin” gets taken for its own spin in this lacerating adaptation of Christopher Buckley’s celebrated 1994 novel. Aaron Eckhart’s Nick Naylor understands that, as the chief spokesman for the tobacco companies, he’s viewed by a significant part of the population as Public Enemy #1. Yet this designation only challenges him to make the best case he can on behalf of the nation’s cigarette companies. Jeff Megall (Rob Lowe), a Hollywood agent listens to Nick’s pitch and figures he can convince Brad Pitt and Catherine ZetaJones to engage in a post-coital smoke in their upcoming sci-fi epic set on a space station. The first half of the picture features a steady stream of laughs, meaning there’s a noticeable drop-off during the second part.

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Sin City escaped wanna-be status by virtue of its genuine pulp fiction origins (graphic novels by Frank Miller) and a startling visual scheme; Slevin, on the other hand,

is the sort of convoluted, twist-packed yarn that strains to be unpredictable but is actually even easier to figure out than those Jumble puzzles that appear in the dailies. Josh Hartnett, cinema’s favorite lightweight, plays Slevin, a seemingly guileless guy who finds himself caught in a power struggle between two rival crime lords (Morgan Freeman and Ben Kingsley). Bruce Willis is on hand as, natch, the taciturn hitman who turns out to be more involved than he initially appears. Hartnett seems hard-pressed to carry a basket of laundry, let alone carry a motion picture, while the three reliable vets seem bored.

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Spike Lee’s Inside Man kicks off in standard play mode, with a quartet of intruders - decked out in painters’ overalls, sunglasses and masks -- commandeering the Manhattan Trust bank in New York’s Wall Street district. Gang leader Dalton Russell (Clive Owen) waits for the police to arrive to listen to demands. The NYPD turns to hostage negotiators Keith Frazier (Denzel Washington) and Bill Mitchell (Chiwetel Ejiofor) to take charge of the facilitating. While delivering the goods with a thriller premise, Lee is once again more interested in making astute observations about contemporary society, especially as it relates to a post-9/11 mindset. w

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Amnesty International

meets the third Tuesday of the month at 6 p.m. at the Sentient Bean Coffeehouse, 13 E. Park Ave.. Call Raymond at 898-3506.

Chatham County Democratic Committee

meets the second Monday of each month. at 6 p.m. Call Joe Murray Rivers, chair, 2345969, or Janice Shay, 547-5212 or visit www. chathamdems.com.

Chatham County Democratic Women

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Chatham County Young Democrats Call Cory at 508-3335 or send email to c@ depthllc.com.

meets on the first Monday of the month at 5 p.m. in Room 3 of the Heart and Lung Building at Candler Hospital. Membership is open to anyone18 and older.

Libertarian Party of Chatham County

meets each Thursday at 8:30 p.m. at Moon River Brewing Co., 21 W. Bay St. Call 3083934 or visit http://www.no-debts.com/chathamlibertariansga.html.

National Council of Negro Women

meets the first Saturday of every month at 10 a.m. at the Ralph Mark Gilbert Civil Rights Museum.

Planned Parenthood

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Savannah Peace Coalition

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Savannah Republican Club

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Savannah Area Young Republicans Call Alexandra Tabarrok at 572-8528.

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The oldest interfaith peace and justice organization in the United States meets the second Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m. at The Sentient Bean, 13 E. Park Ave.

Food Not Bombs

meets every Sunday at 10 a.m. to cook vegetarian meals to be served at noon on Franklin Square. Donations are accepted. Cook for peace and help the community. Call 201-618-8867.

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is dedicated to creating mobility and independence of people with disabilities Volunteers meet every first and third Monday at 7 p.m. at Fire Mountain Restaurant on Stephenson Ave. Call Kevin Sheehan at 691-2934 or send email to kshe62@aol.com..

League of Women Voters

meets the 3rd Thursday of each month at 7:30 p.m., at the First Presbyterian Church, 520 E. Washington Ave. 351-7436. Call Tom Oxnard at 598-4290 or send e-mail to oxhouse@aol.com.

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Speak Up!

Local activist group focused on protesting the war in Iraq. Call Richard DiPirro at 441-7167.

Auditions

Cultural Arts Theatre to Present Aida

The City of Savannah’s Cultural Arts Theatre will hold auditions for Elton John’s and Tim Rice’s Aida on Wednesday, May 3 and Friday, May 5 at 6:30 p.m. with callbacks on Sunday, May 7 at 1 p.m. Auditions for dancers only will be held Sunday, May 7 at 1 p.m. Talented singers and dancers of all ethnicities and experience ages 14 through adult are needed. Bring a prepared piece of music or let them teach you one. Performances will be held in July. Call 651-6782 or 651-6783.

The Goliards Medieval Music Ensemble

is seeking skilled singers (all voices) for a performance of medieval Christmas music that will take place in December. If you are interested in learning more about medieval performance practice and are able to sing without constant vibrato, you are welcome to participate. There will be paid positions for at least three male and two female soloists. Call John Hillenbrand at 495-9081 for a prospectus and to arrange an audition.

Lowcountry Ensemble Company

is looking for actors, writers, directors, producers, musicians, poets and others. Send email to negroensemble@comcast.net.

Benefits & Fundraisers

9th Annual Tybee Tour of Homes

The self-guided tour on May 20 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. will feature unique Tybee beach cottages. Tickets are $25 per person. This is a benefit for Hope House of Savannah. The admission price includes entrance into tour homes and a box lunch. There also will be an artists market and silent auction. Tickets may be purchased at Gallery by the Sea, online at tybeetourofhomes.com or by calling 8444741.

Coastal Pet Rescue

The Spare the Pets Bowl-A-Thon will be held Saturday, June 3 from 3-5:30 p.m. at the AMF Savannah Lanes on Tibet Avenue. Proceeds will benefit Coastal Pet Rescue, Inc., an allvolunteer non-profit dedicated to saving the lives of homeless, abused and neglected animals. The cost is $20 for individual bowlers or $120 for a team of 6 bowlers. Sponsoring a lane will cost $225 and T-shirt sponsors will pay $75. T-shirts will be sold for $10 each. Registration is due by May 15. Call 351-4151.

Cinco de Mayo Celebration

to benefit Habitat for Humanity will be held May 5 from 7 p.m. to midnight at the Alee Shrine Temple. The Sapphire Bullets of Pure Love will perform and there will be a 50/50 cash raffle and door prize raffles. Heavy hors d’oeuvres. Call 790-6946.

Eighth Hill Hall Benefit Gala

Savannah State University will host this gala on Saturday, May 6 at 8 p.m. at the Savannah International Trade & Convention Center with dinner, dancing and entertainment by the Coastal Good Life Band. Proceeds will augment SSU’s academic scholarship program. Individual seats are $100. The Benefit Kickoff will be held April 12 at 10 a.m. in front of Hill Hall. Call 356-2286.

Georgia Power MS 150 Savannah Challenge

This event for cyclists will be held May 6-7 to raise money for the Georgia Chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. To register, call 1-800-FIGHTMS.

Give for the Gulf

is a year-long, comprehensive Armstrong Atlantic State University initiative that will raise funds and provide community services for evacuees of Hurricane Katrina. Visit www. armstrong.edu/katrina.

Hurricane Katrina Benefit Website

A community website/blog where local Hurricane Katrina relief efforts, fundraising events and other information are listed can be found at http://www.katrinahelp.gatherat. com.

Irish Monument

The Police Emerald Society of Southeast Georgia wants to erect a monument in Savannah to honor the Irish who fled the Great Hunger in the 1840s and 50s and came to the Untied States. The society is asking a donation or $100 for brick pavers that will be engraved with donors’ names or names of those they wish to honor. Applications to

purchase a paver are available at Saints and Shamrocks, located at Bull and Harris streets.

National Teacher Appreciation Week

The Friends of Massie are conducting a campaign to honor teachers and benefit the restoration of the Massie Heritage Center by accepting contributions in honor and memory of favorite teachers, regardless of where the donor attended school. Contributions should be made payable to Friends of Massie and mailed to 207 E. Gordon St., Savannah, 31401. For information, call Leah Colby at 201-5070.

Night Stalkers Association

In honor of the fallen soldiers who served in the 3rd Battalion, 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment (Airborne) out of Hunter Army Airfield, the Military Affairs Council of the Savannah Area Chamber of Commerce is encouraging donations. Call Linda R. Rogers at 352-6645 or send donations to: The Night Stalkers Association, 3/160 SOAR, 1304 N. Lightning Rd., Hunter Army Airfield, 314094719.

Pig Out in the Park

The Inn at Ellis Square will present this barbecue tasting Saturday, May 6 from 4-6 p.m. in Johnson Square for the Kiss a Pig campaign of Charlie Brazil for the American Diabetes Association. Barbecue from Angels Barbecue, Barnes, Belford’s, Gerald’s Chuckwagon and Sticky Fingers will be served. Music will be provided by Boomerang. Lulu, the Kiss a Pig mascot, will make an appearance. Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for children. Call 233-2838.

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Red Cross assists returning troops

The Savannah Chapter -- Liberty Branch of the American Red Cross is seeking donations of coffee, hot chocolate mix, tea bags, baked goods, snack foods, hot-serve cups, stir sticks, individual sugar and creamer packets as they welcome home 20,000 troops from Iraq. Call 912-876-3975.

Savannah Chamber’s Manufacturers Golf Tournament

will be held Thursday, May 11 at Crosswinds Golf Club. Registration begins at 11 a.m. with lunch at noon and a shotgun start at 1 p.m. Call Margaret Mary Russell at 644-6432 or mrussellsavannahchamber.com.

Savannah Friends of Music

is throwing an array of Parties a la Carte to support local music education. Call Kristina Svenson at 598-9470 or Anne Dauray at 5980149 for information.

Spring Festival & Craft Sale

Call for Applications Corner Store Program

Call for Entries

Chatham County Chamber seeks musicians The Chatham County Chamber Group is seeking classically trained musicians. Call 232-2326.

Cultural Affairs Artist Roster

The City of Savannah’s Department of Cultural Affairs is compiling a list of artists of all disciplines of the arts and humanities to include in a Savannah Artists Roster. Call Daisy Williams at 912-651-6417 or send an email to dwilliams@savannahga.gov and include: group and/or individual name, contact information, and discipline.

Fiction Writers

A new Savannah-based e-zine is seeking fiction writers for its upcoming editions. Call Jeff Brochu at 234-8682 or visit www. JeffsShorts.com.

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St. Frances Cabrini Catholic School, 11500 Middleground Rd., will hold its Spring Festival & Craft Sale April 29 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Call 925-4725.

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Womenâ€™s Gulf War Experiences. She is conducting a nationwide search to find African American women who have served in the U.S. military in the MIddle East during the two gulf wars. To receive an initial survey, call 921-5597 or send e-mail to colaseli@mail. armstrong.edu.

Two Pale Josephines

is a boutique gallery/working studio on West Broughton Street that is looking for artists to consign work, especially clothing, accessories and textiles, plus home decor, painting and sculpture. Send email to 2palejosephines@ bellsouth.net or call 232-4848.

Tybee Theater Cafe One-Act Play Contest

The First Annual One-Act Play Contest and Festival will feature original, unproduced plays under 40 minutes. Entrants can submit up to 3 plays, which are due by May 22. The winning plays will be produced and performed in July. Prize money will be awarded. Send all entries to:â€ˆTybee Theater Cafe, P.O. Box 2944, Tybee Island, 31328. Call 786-6384 for information.

Classes & Workshops

AARPâ€ˆDrivers Safety Program

Classes will be held Thursday, May 4 and Friday, May 5 from 1-5 p.m. at Messiah Lutheran on Skidaway Island. Call Mary Jane Shuman at 498-5083 or 352-0070. Classes also will be held May 8 and May 9 from 6-10 p.m. at Generation One. Call 350-7587.

AASU Performing Arts Camp

Art Bodies

is a weekly figure drawing session at The Art School, 74 W. Montgomery Cross Road, No. B-2. The group meets Wednesdays from 9 a.m. to noon. A variety of models and extended poses are available to artists who would like to pursue figure work. The cost is $50 for a six-week session or $12 for drop-ins. Call 921-1151.

The Art School

Summer 2006 classes will run for a week at a time. Students attend Monday through Friday. There are two sessions a day, one for ages 6-10 and the other for ages 11-teen. The morning session is 9 a.m. to noon and the afternoon session is 1-4 p.m. The price per week is $160. Art supplies are provided. Classes include Rare &â€ˆExotic Animals June 12-16 and July 10-14, People on the Move June 19-23, The Third Dimension June 26-30, People &â€ˆPets July 17-21, and This Land is Your Land. July 24-28. For information, visit www.TheArtSchool.-Sav.com or call Lind at 921-1151.

Art with Clay

Free pottery lessons. Coiling, slab building, pinch pots or try the wheel. Tuesday and Thursday from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at the Glazed Over Pottery Painting Place, 1190 King George Blvd., behind Steamers. Call 961-4494 or send e-mail to glazedoverppp@aol.com.

Baby sign classes

Savannah Speech &â€ˆHearing Center is offering Baby Sign classes for babies aged 6-12 months and their parents. The cost is $50, which includes materials. To register, call 355-4601.

Babysitters training class

This sixth annual visual and performing arts camp for ages 7 to 13 will be held June 1223 at Armstrong Atlantic State University to involve young people in an exploration of the arts in a vibrant, creative atmosphere. Tuition and fees are $225 for two weeks, which includes art supplies and materials. For information, call 927-5325.

St. Josephâ€™s/Candler Childhood Injury Prevention Program offers a class for boys and girls 11-15 who want to become babysitters. The cost is $35. Call 819-8583.

The Womenâ€™s Center of Wesley Community Centers, 1601 Drayton St., offers tutoring Tuesday and Thursday from 6:30-7:30 p.m. in basic literacy skills, GED preparation and computer training. Call 447-5711.

Beginners quilting classes

Adult Education

Art and Theater Classes at S.P.A.C.E.

are being offered for children and adults at S.P.A.C.E., 9 W. Henry St. For information, call 651-4248.

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p.m. and 6:30-8:30 p.m. Clay Play is offered Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 6:308:30 p.m. Open Studio is offered Fridays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The cost starts at $35. Register by calling 925-5465.

Building a Home

The UBuildIt office in Savannah offers free seminars. Call 236-1211.

Career Achievement Program

St. Maryâ€™s Community Center, 812 W. 36th St., an affiliate of St. Josephâ€™s/Candler, offers a program to help adults with math, reading and writing skills. Participants choose their hours between Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Call 447-0578.

Chatham County Aquatic Center

offers open lap swim, water aerobics classes, swim lessons and competitive swim teams for all ages, home school programs and field trips for students on Monday and Wednesday or Tuesday and Thursday. 652-6793 or chathamcounty.org.

Childrenâ€™s Creative Saturdays

Every second Saturday of the month from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., children are invited to The Dragonfly Studio for projects in pottery, painting, planting, music and more. Every Saturday, a new project will be presented. Children must be 6 or older to participate. Parents may drop off children or stay and join them. Dragonfly Studio is located on Tybee Island, 1.5 miles past the Lazzaretto Creek Bridge on the right. Call 786-4431 or send email to dragonflytybee@aol.com.

Christopher Scott Writing Classes

â€œIâ€™ve never written anything since leaving schoolâ€? -- but you always wanted to write. A two-evening course May 22 and 23 will get you started. All details at www.cscottwriting. com/savworkshops.htm or call 398-1727.

Church Music Seminar

Basic computer class

Eastside Concerned Citizens Inc. at 803 E. Park Ave. offers basic computer classes every second and fourth Saturday from 10 a.m. to noon. 232-5280. are held Tuesday at 10 a.m. at the Wesley Community Centers of Savannah, Inc., 1601 Drayton St. 447--5711.

Brush With Art Series

will feature classes in drawing, painting, clay and open studio, taught by Carolyne Graham, certified art teacher, at her Southside studio. These classes are offered in conjunction with the Savannah Art Association. Drawing to Paint is held Tuesdays from 11 a.m. to 1

The School of Church Music located at 101 Bull St. offers specialized workshops to give practical help with almost every area of music ministry. Call 236-1566 or send email to scm@schoolofchurchmusic.org.

Clay Classes in Hand-building

will be held Wednesdays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Carolyneâ€™s Studio. An open studio is available Fridays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. To register, call 925-5465.

Coastal Scooters Classes

focus on road skills, safety and the proper maintenance of scooters. Classes are limited in size to provide personal assistance. Each rider is equipped with a TGB 49.5cc scooter and helmet. The class is three hours in length, consisting of classroom, field and on-road instruction. Classes meet on Saturdays from

11 a.m. to 2 p.m. or Sundays from 1-4 p.m. The cost is $40. To register, call 232-5513 or visit Coastal Scooters at 418 W. Broughton St.

Computer Classes

Basic introduction to computers and Microsoft Works offered at St. Paulâ€™s Lutheran Church, Bull and 31st streets. Cost is $20 for the session and $20 for the text book. Preregistration is required. Call 355-0219.

Culinary Arts Classes

Enroll now in a free culinary arts training program at the Starfish Cafe. This program is a collaborative effort of Union Mission, Inc., and Savannah Technical College. For information, call Mindy Saunders at 238-2777.

Davenport House Docent Training

will be offered beginning in mid-February. Training includes studies in local history and decorative arts. Docents lead tours and assist with programming. Call Dottie Kraft at 2368097 or send e-mail to jcredle@savbusiness. net.

Discover Creativity Coaching

Free initial consultation. Expert with two creativity degrees helps you kick-start your project, sort ideas, break through blocks, clarify intentions and plan approaches. Call 412-9199 or send e-mail to breakthru.creativity@gmail.com.

Eastside Concerned Citizens, Inc. Project Tomorrow Inc. offers several classes and workshops, including sewing, crocheting, computer training, CPRâ€ˆand more. 232-5280.

The Economic Opportunity Authority

offers free computer classes in Computer Basics Level One plus the study guide program software for the Georgia High School Graduation Test. Call Gloria Ferguson at 238-2960, Ext. 153.

Fanyâ€™s Spanish/English Institute

Spanish is fun. Classes for adults and children are held at 15 E. Montgomery Cross Rd. Call 921-4646 or 220-6570 to register.

Feng Shui Classes Now Forming

Call Barbara Harrison of Coastal Chi at 9610104 or send e-mail to bharrison@coastalchi. com to get on the mailing list.

First Steps parent education program

This parent education and support program is based at St. Josephâ€™s/Candler. Call 819-6910.

Free Coaching Session and Assessment

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Free computer classes

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Futuristic Youth of Promise Foundation

This talent-based organization is for youth ages 9-19. Volunteers are sought to teach gospel, jazz, photography, visual arts, writing, theater, cooking, dance, videography and more. To participate, contact Martha Dawkins Massey at fyparts3@aol. com.

Guided Imagery

Change your life with guided imagery. Read about it in Oprah magazine, January 2006. Ditch anxiety, manage deadlines, lose weight, recovery from surgery. Call the Alpha Institute, 201-0071.

Housing Authority of Savannah Classes

Inquiry Circle

based on the work of Byron Katie offers immediate help when you need answers right away. No charge. Contact Ursula at 484-0134 or send e-mail to u.sterling@ att.net. For information, visit http://www. thework.com/WhatisTheWork.asp.

Multiple blessings

is a four-week education course offered by Memorial Health and designed for the family expecting twins, triplets or more. Call Barbara at 350-3129 or visit www.memorialhealth.com.

Paralegal Certificate Program

The Armstrong Atlantic State University paralegal programs provide real-world skills and training. Each course meets once a week for eight weeks. Fees are $130 plus textbook. Call the AASU Center for Justice Administration at 927-5231. The Savannah-Chatham Metropolitan Police Department will present a free two-hour parent/teen driver’s course the last Thursday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at Calvary Baptist Day School, 4625 Waters Ave. Call 651-6653 or send e-mail to ccamire@savannahga.gov and request a registration form. The course is designed for 14-16 year olds and their parents. Advance registration is required. is a course offered by Telfair Women’s Hospital at Candler. Call at 819-3368 or visit www.sjchs.org.

Park Place Outreach

offers Wednesday night youth groups for ages 11-17 and tutorial assistance sponsored by Park Place Outreach -- Street Outreach Team, formerly the Savannah Runaway Home. Call Tonyour Bolden, outreach coordinator, at 234-4048 for a location.

Protecting Our Children

When would now be a great time to engage yourself in life-changing strategies. Career; stress reduction; spirituality. Free initial halfhour consultation. Call Cindy Beach, M.S., at 429-7265.

are offered by St. Joseph’s/Candler AfricanAmerican Health Information & Resource Center for schools, day cares, libraries, churches, community events and fairs. Call 447-6605.

The Live Oak Public Library

offers free classes on using computers to access information at the Bull Street Library. Call 652-3662.

Memorial Health positive parenting class

The cost is $10 per person and is most beneficial to parents of children less than 4 years. To register, call 350-9335.

Mindful meditation classes

will be held Monday from 8:30-9:30 a.m. and on Thursday from 6-8 p.m. at the Integrated Behavioral Center, 1121 Cornell Ave. The cost is $10 per session. Call 3554987.

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Parenting the preschooler

at Armstrong Atlantic State University is a series of 10 courses over a one-year period. Each course meets once a week for six weeks. Fees are $135 plus textbooks. Call 927-5213.

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will present The Dynamics of Sexual Abuse: How Kids are Tricked and Trapped on May 9 at 1:30 p.m. with sexual abuse treatment expert Tod Lynch-Stanley. On May 24 at 10 a.m., Dr. Tamara Knapp-Grosz, director of the Center for Student Counseling and Disability Services at the Savannah College of Art and Design will present The Joy of Parenting, which is directed at parents with toddlers and pre-schoolers. Both programs will be presented at the Jewish Educational Alliance, 5111 Abercorn St. For information, call Larry Dane-Kellogg at 355-8111.

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Free classes will be offered at the Neighborhood Resource Center, 1407 Wheaton St. Call 232-4232, Ext. 115. On May 8 from 10-11:30 a.m., Coping with the Pressures and Stresses of Single Motherhood will be presented. On May 10 from 1011:30 a.m., What is a Public Defender? will be presented. On May 24 from 10-11:30 a.m., Keeping Hope Alive! will be presented. Some classes are on-going. Adult Literacy is offered every Monday and Wednesday from 4-6 p.m. Homework Help is offered every Tuesday and Thursday from 3-4:30 p.m. Job Readiness will be offered May 9, 16 and 23 from 9 a.m. to noon. Financial Education will be offered May 11 and 25 from 11 a.m. to noon.

provided as it applies to recovery and maintenance. Classes are held on Monday from noon to 1 p.m. or 7:30-8:30 p.m. Class fee is $12. 313 E. Harris St. For information, call Cindy Beach, M.S., 429-7265.

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will meet the first Saturday of each month. The fee is $50 for SAA members and $65 for non-members. To register for any of the workshops, call Ila Scholla at 897-5612, Grace Rohland at 498-8217 or Frances Mills at 355-0448.

Alternative Video/Film Enthusiast

The center is at 801 E. Gwinnett St. Call 652-3582.

Join other college-age Lutheran friends for fun and fellowship on the first and third Sundays at 5:30 p.m. at Ascension Lutheran, 120 Bull St. After dinner, the group will attend Reel Savannah screenings. Call 2324151 or send email to program@elcota.org.

Savannah Entrepreneurial Center S.T.A.R.S. Summer Camp

St. Joseph’s/Candler’s St. Mary’s Community Center, 812 W. 36th St., is offering a summer camp for students in kindergarten through 8th grades that provides arts and crafts, swimming, outdoor games and academic skill building June 5 through July 21, Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to noon. Call Program Coordinator Artinique Thomas at 447-0578.

Tybee Island Marine Science Center

offers hands-on classes for students of all ages from pre-kindergarten through adults. Classes include microscope labs, squid dissection, guided beach walks and tours of the Science Center. Call 786-5917 or visit www. tybeemsc.org.

Writing Classes in Savannah

The 2006 schedule of classes offered by Christopher Scott Writing Courses includes weekday (evening), full weekend and single-day weekend classes for writers of all standards. Learn the basic Skills of Writing Fiction (plus a two-evening preparatory course entitled I’ve never written anything since leaving School!) or take the Advanced Fiction Writing course designed for more experienced writers. Other classes include The Publishing Scene and Writing Family Memoirs. Learn to write and get published. Find details, schedules, fees, etc. at www. cscottwriting.com/savworkshop.htm or call 398--1727.

Writing Workshop

“Where the Food Is To Die For”

Meet and connect as individuals who have had major life experiences and want to share them. A local author is writing a book of short stories and would like to have people come share theirs. For information, send email to writinglive@yahoo.com.

Clubs & Organizations AASU Sci-Fi Fantasy Club

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On Thursdays, the club sponsors free role playing. The club meets at 7:30 p.m. at the AASU Compass Point Club House and sponsors a laser tag team and bi-monthly children’s readings on Saturdays from 1-3 p.m. at Media Play. Call Antonio at 7131470 or send email to Catscandance2@aol. com.

ABATE (American Bikers Active Toward Education)

District 11 meets the 2nd Sunday of each month at 3 p.m. at the Silver Dollar Saloon on Hwy. 204 and Old River Rd. Please call for more info. 233-9800.

ABWA

The Historic Savannah Chapter of the American Business Women’s Association will meet Thursday, May 11 at 6 p.m. at The Exchange on Waters Avenue. Dr. Kryin Dunston will discuss female health issues. Open to the public. The cost is the price of the meal. Call 233-2838 for reservations.

Viewings are held in private homes which includes social time as well as viewing a movie. Call Don at 655-0482 or send e-mail to savdeca@aol.com.

Ascension Lutheran Dinner and a Movie

Banner of the Nations Savannah

meets Sundays at 10:30 a.m. at 12 Drake Dr. Call Frank Spencer at 352-2323 or visit the Web site at www.bannerofthenations.com.

Beach Historic Neighborhood Association

meets monthly on the third Thursday at 6 p.m. Call 605-4471 for details.

Beanhead Writers Group

meets very second Saturday at 1 p.m. at The Sentient Bean, 13 E. Park Ave. to critique works in progress and to discuss technique and marketing. Fiction and non-fiction, but no poetry.

Bike Night with Mikie

every Saturday at 6:30 p.m. at The Red Zone Bar and Grill in Richmond Hill. Half of the proceeds of a 50/50 drawing go to the military for phone cards and other items.

Bipolar Support Group

John J. Dunn, Ph.D., is interested in hearing from people who want to participate in a bipolar support group. Call 692-1230 after 6 p.m.

Bridge club meets at the JEA

1511 Abercorn, ACBL certified duplicate bridge game every Wednesday at 1 p.m. There is a $4 fee. Call Lynn Pierce at 3549739.

Chihuahua Club of Savannah

A special little club for special little dogs and their owners meets one Saturday each month at 10:30 a.m. For information, visit http://groups.yahoo.com/group/ ChiSavannah/.

Civil Air Patrol

is the civilian, volunteer auxiliary of the U.S. Air Force and is involved in search and rescue, aerospace education and cadet programs. Meets every Tuesday at 6 p.m. for cadets (12-18 years old) and 7 p.m. for adult members at the former Savannah Airport terminal building off Dean Forest Road. Visit www.gawg.cap.gov, send e-mail to N303WR@aol.com, or call Capt. Jim Phillips at 412-4410.

Clean Coast

meets monthly on the first Monday at the Jewish Educational Alliance, 5111 Abercorn St. Check www.cleancoast.org for event schedule.

Coastal Bicycle Touring Club of Savannah

sponsors a ride every Saturday. Visit www. cbtc.org for a ride schedule and more information. Meetings are held on the first Monday of each month at Tubby’s Tank House restaurant in Thunderbolt at 6:30 p.m. 728-5989.

Coastal Georgia Volkswagen Club

Meets the 3rd Saturday of every month. 9610602.

Community Hymn Chorus

All denominations are welcome to come together to make a joyful noise every

35 Tuesday at 11:15 a.m. at White Bluff United Methodist Church’s Horton Hall, 11911 White Bluff Rd. Call Ronn Alford, Director of Music Ministries, at 925-5924.

Daughters of Destiny

An ongoing seminar for women who want to make changes in their lives through spirituality and positive reinforcement meets every Monday at 7 p.m. at Daughters of Destiny House, 12 E. 41st St. Facilitated by Miriam Center. Call 663-0894.

Friends of Oatland

Board of Directors meets every third Wednesday at 6:30 p.m.; general membership meeting follows at 7 p.m. at the Oatland Island Educational Center. Call Serena Nasworthy at 897-3060.

support network for mothers. Call Julie Bird at 495-9950 or jbird@taigmarks.com.

Learn to play Go

the game that will soon replace Chess as the intellectual strategy game par excellence., Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. at Books-A-Million on Abercorn. Call Greg at 232-7549.

Living Roots Community Garden is at 31st Street and Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard. Garden plots are available for the spring/summer season. Call 233-7421 or write to mitten@riseup.net to reserve a space or to volunteer time and talent.

Low Country Artists’ and Artisans’ Society

Georgia Christian Singles

at 2202 Norwood Ave. sponsors bingo every Tuesday and Friday starting at 7:30 p.m. There is a $700 jackpot.

Gold Wing Road Riders Association

for stay-at-home moms and their children. For information, call Courtney at 921-1462, visit www.momsclub.org or send e-mail to momsclubofsavannahga@hotmail.com.

meet the first Monday of each month at 5:30 p.m. at the Bull Street Library. Call 6523655. Memberships start at $25 and remain active until marriage. See website or call for local chapters. 1-800-869-2500. promotes education, safety and fun to motorcycle riders. Call Julian at 920-2700 or John at 858-5414 or visit chaptere2.tripod.com.

Goth Night Savannah

A place for those interested in the Gothic subcultures. Visit www.Goth-NightSavannah.com.

Harley Owners Group

HOG meets the second Tuesday of every month at 7 p.m. at the Mighty Eighth Heritage Museum. Call 925-5349.

Historic Victorian Neighborhood Association

meets the second Wednesday of every month at 6:30 p.m. at the American Legion, Post 135, 1108 Bull St. between Park Avenue and Duffy Street. Call 236-8546.

Hostess City Toastmasters Club

Gain confidence in public speaking. Meets Tuesday evenings, 7 p.m. at 6206 Waters Ave, Rivers Edge Retirement Community. 355-5450.

Irish Session

All instrumentalists interested in Celtic music are welcome. Meets the second and fourth Sundays at 5:30 p.m. at the Folk Traditions Store, 12 Price St. Call 341-8898.

Islands Mothers Club

Loyal Order of Moose MOMS Club

MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers)

The Island Mothers of Preschoolers meets every first and third Wednesday at First Baptist Church of the Islands, 6613 Johnny Mercer Blvd. Child care is provided. Call Linda at 897-9632.

Military Order of the Purple Heart Ladies Auxiliary meets the first Saturday of the month at 1 p.m. at American Legion Post 184 in Thunderbolt. Call 786-4508.

No Kidding!

is the area’s first social club for single and married adults who do not have children. Meet other non-parents at events and activities. For information on No Kidding! visit www.nokidding.net or send e-mail to luluette@prodigy.com.

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meets biweekly at the Lion’s Den Lounge. Call Brian at 234-2484 or ww.savannahobjectivists.org.

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Partners for Community Health

is a group that meets every other month to discuss healthcare topics that impact the community. Call Dana Huffman at 3506357. Philo Cafe Philosophical sessions taking on a different topic each time at Barnes & Noble every Wednesday at 7:30 pm. Call 659-2930 or 443-9267.

Postage stamp meeting and auction

The Savannah Stamp Club meeting and stamp auction is held the second Thursday at 7 p.m. at the Grace United Methodist Church, 6412 Waters Ave. Call 354-8870.

Progressive Guys’ Discussion Group

An opportunity for men to discuss books, music, film and cultural issues in an intellectually stimulating and non-judgmental environment. Meets the third Wednesday at 7 p.m. at the Sentient Bean Coffee House. 231-8841.

Rogue Phoenix Sci-Fi Fantasy Club

Members of Starfleet International and The Klingon Assault Group meet twice a month, on the first Sunday at 4 pm. at Books-AMillion and the third Tuesday at Chen’s Chinese Restaurant at 20 E. Derenne Ave. at 7:30 p.m. Call 692-0382, email kasak@ comcast.net or visit www.roguephoenix.org.

St. Almo

The name stands for Savannah True Animal Lovers Meeting Others. Informal dog walks are held Sundays at 4:50 p.m. at Canine Palace, 618 Abercorn St. Call 234-3336.

Salon for Women Seeking Change Lively discussion, laughter and fun. Call 236-8581.

Savannah Adventure Club

People who enjoy outdoor activities and are looking for adventure are invited to join. Visit www.savannahadventureclub.com for information.

Savannah Area Landlord & Real Estate Investors Association

Learn to be a real estate investor or landlord. Group meets the second Tuesday of each month at the Spiva Law Group, 12020 Abercorn St. The doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the meeting begins at 7:30 p.m.

Savannah Area Sacred Harp Singers

The public is invited to come and sing early American music and folk hymns from the shape note tradition. This nondenominational community musical activity emphasizes participation, not performance. Songs are from The Sacred Harp, an oblong songbook first published in 1844. Call 6550994.

Savannah Art Association

meets the second Thursday of the month from 6-8 p.m. On May 11, the program will be on the Hurn Museum of Savannah. The meeting will be held at Carey Hilliard’s on Skidaway Road at Sunset Boulevard. Call 232-7731.

Savannah Brewers’ League

Meets the first Wednesday of every month at 7:30 p.m. at Moon River Brewing Co., 21 W. Bay St. 447-0943. Call 447-0943 or visit www.hdb.org and click on Clubs, then Savannah Brewers League.

Savannah Chapter of the Sons of Italy

is the oldest and largest national organization that celebrates Italian/American heritage for men and women. Call Dennis Piasio at 1-888-674-2937.

Savannah Chapter U.S. Green Building Council

in learning about Savannah and making new friends. Call 351-3171.

Savannah Chess Club

Dinner meetings are the second Tuesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. at the Fairmont Restaurant, 65 W. Fairmont Ave. Volunteer Saturdays are the second Saturday of the month from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Savannah-Ogeechee Museum & Nature Center at 681 Fort Argyle Rd. (Highway 204) 2.3 miles west of Interstate 95. 7488068.

meets the fourth Tuesday from 5:45-7 p.m. at the Marshall House on Broughton Street. Free and open to the public. Visit www. coastalgreen.org, call Tommy at 236-0781 or send e-mail to tlinstroth@melaver.com. meets Monday at Books-A-Million from 7 to 11 p.m. Bring your chess sets. Call 631-0338 or send e-mail to geocities/savannahchessclub.com.

Savannah Council, Navy League of the United States

has a dinner meeting the fourth Tuesday of each month (except December) at 6 p.m. at the Hunter Club, Hunter Army Airfield. Call John Findeis at 748-7020.

Savannah Euchre Club

Euchre is a four-handed card game in the same family as Hearts and Spades, a poor (but discerning) man’s Bridge. Call Katie at 308-9815.

Savannah Express Network Chapter of American Business Women’s Association

meets the first Wednesday at 11:45 a.m. at the Savannah Golf Club on East President Street. RSVP to Laura McLaren at 236-6750, Ext. 14, or 898-9362.

Savannah Fencing Club

offers beginning classes Tuesday and Thursday evenings for six weeks. Fees are $40. Some equipment is provided. After completing the class, you may become a member of the Savannah Fencing Club for $5 per month. Experienced fencers are welcome to join. Call 429-6918 or send email to savannahfencing@aol.com.

Savannah Italian Club

is dedicated to discussing and preserving the heritage of Italians and Italian-Americans. Meets the first Tuesday at 2717 Livingston Ave. Call Carol Taylor at 925-4064.

Savannah Jaycees

for young professionals ages 21 to 39 is a Junior Chamber of Commerce that focuses on friendship, career development and community involvement. Meets the second and fourth Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. Dinner is included and there is no charge for guests. Call 234-2106 or visit www.savannahjaycees. com.

Savannah Kennel Club

meets the fourth Monday of each month at 7:30 p.m. from September through May at the Fire Mountain restaurant on Stephenson Avenue. Those who wish to eat before the meeting are encouraged to arrive earlier. 656-2410.

Savannah Linux Users Group

The group usually meets the first Wednesday of every month. Call 210-9066.

Savannah Lions Club

meets the second and fourth Thursday at 12:30 p.m. at the Savannah Golf Club. For information, call 355-6033.

Savannah Macintosh Users Group (SMUG)

meets the second Tuesday of every month at 7 p.m. See www.savannahmug.org.

Savannah Newcomers Club

is open to all women who have been in the Savannah area for less than two years. Membership includes a monthly luncheon and program and a variety of activities, tours and events that will assist newcomers

Savannah-Ogeechee Canal Society

Savannah Port City Lions Club

meets every first and third Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. at Ryan’s Restaurant on Stephenson. For information, call 920-9081.

Savannah Psychogeographic Society

The society will investigate spaces in and around downtown. Celebrate the ordinary, the extraordinary, the overlooked, the neglected and the transcendent in Savannah’s built and natural landscapes. Contact Ryan at leifmadson@hotmail.com.

Savannah Ski Club

For information, see www.savannahskiclub. com.

Savannah Stitch-N-Bitch

meets every second Tuesday of the month from 6-8 p.m. at wild fibre, 409 E. Liberty St. All that is required is an interest in knitting or crocheting. Bring a project and join in the stitching, talking and munchies. Call 238-0514.

Savannah Sunrise Rotary club

meets every Thursday from 7:30-8:30 am at the First City Club in downtown Savannah. 233-1600.

Savannah Toastmasters

helps you improve speaking and leadership skills in a friendly and supportive environment on Mondays at 6:15 p.m. at Memorial Health University Medical Center, Conference Room C. 352-1935.

Savannah Ultimate Frisbee

meets every Tuesday and Thursday at 6 p.m. and Sundays at 3 p.m. in Forsyth Park. Bring a white and dark shirt, water, cleats and a positive attitude. Visit www.savannahultimate.com for information.

Savannah’s First Pug Playday

This group meets every first Saturday at 11 a.m. at the Savannah Dog Park at 41st and Drayton streets. All humans and dogs who live in a pug household are welcome. A donation to the Savannah Dog Park would be appreciated. Contact melindahurst@ hotmail.com or mike_kennedy@emc.com.

Single People in Christian Education (SPICE)

discusses education and plans and hosts social events and functions for singles throughout each month. Meets Sunday at 9:30 a.m. at White Bluff United Methodist Church, Room 22.

Southside Optimist Club

is a civic organization catering to youth and community service projects that meets every Wednesday at 12:30 p.m. at Taylor’s Restaurant inside the Days Inn on Mall Boulevard. Call Linda Lee at 695-7733.

Subbuteo Table Soccer

meets monthly for tournaments and practice matches. For information, call 667-7204 or visit http://savannahsubbuteo.tripod.com.

The Traveler’s Club

Members discuss money-saving travel tips, plan biannual trips to Europe, the

37 Caribbean, Australia, Mexico and more. Learn how to save 70 to 90 percent on travel by becoming a travel agent with your own online travel agency store. The club meets every fourth Tuesday at 7 p.m. at Fire Mountain Restaurant on Stephenson Avenue. No member fees. Call 507-8850.

Tybee Beautification Association

meets the second Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. With the exception of the June and December meetings, the association meets at the Tybee Community Center.

Tybee Performing Arts Society (TAPS)

meets the first Tuesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. at the old Tybee school All interested, please attend or send e-mail to ried793@ netscape.com.

Urban Professionals

meets first Fridays at 7:30 p.m. at Vu at the Hyatt on Bay Street. If youâ€™re not having fun, youâ€™re not doing it right. Call 272-9830 or send e-mail to spannangela@hotmail.com.

Waving Girl Smocking Guild

Writers Unite!

Serious writers who want to read, do warmup writing, hold each other accountable, call 236-3660 and ask for Dana.

For information, contact Jacob Cottingham at Jacob@thesouthmag.com.

Dance

Adult Ballet &â€ˆModern Dance Classes

at Islands Dance Academy, 115 Charlotte Dr, Whitemarsh Island near Publix shopping center. Challenging, rewarding and fun. All levels and body types welcome. Beginner-Intermediate Adult Ballet is held Mondays and Thursdays from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Intermediate/Advanced Ballet is held Mondays and Wednesdays from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. and Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:30 a.m. to noon. Beginner Adult Modern is Mondays from 1-2 p.m. Intermediate/ Advanced Modern is Mondays from 1011:30 a.m. A variety of youth classes ages 3 to teen are available. Call Sue Braddy at 897-2100.

American Legion Post 135 Monthly Dance

will be held Saturday, May 13 from 8 p.m. to midnight with music by Savannah Steve at 1108 Bull St. Tickets are $7 at the door. Call 233-9277.

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The Savannah Shag Club

Savannahâ€™s original shag club meets every Wednesday at the Holidayâ€ˆInn Midtown at 6:30 p.m. Admission is free. Call 927-9439.

Shag-Beach Bop-Etc. Savannah

hosts Magnificent Mondays from 6:30-11 p.m. at Doubleâ€™s, Holiday Inn/Midtown, 7100 Abercorn St. Free basic shag, swing, salsa, cha cha, line dance and others are offered the first two Mondays and free shag lessons are offered. The lesson schedule is posted at www.shagbeachbop.com and announced each Monday. The dance lessons are held 6:30-7:30 p.m. Special cocktail prices are from 6:30-10 p.m. and their are hors dâ€™ouerves. There is no cover charge. Everyone is invited and welcomed into club membership. Call 927-4784 or 398-8784 or visit www.shagbeachbop.com.

Spring Showcase

Savannah Danse Theatre presents an evening of classical ballet, contemporary ballet, jazz and modern dance Saturday, May

11, at 8 p.m. at the Lucas Theatre for the Arts, 32 Abercorn St. General Admission: $15. For ticket information, call the SCAD box office at 525-5050. For general information, call Savannah Danse Theatre at 897-2100.

Youth Dance Program

The West Broad Street YMCA, Inc. presents its Instructionalâ€ˆDance Program in jazz and ballet for kids 4 to 18. $30 per month for one class and $35 per month for both classes. Call 233-1951.

Events

3rd Annual Mr. Black Teen of Savannah

This scholarship competition will be held Friday, May 5 at 8 p.m. at Beach High School. A panel of celebrity judges will score 16 contestants for talent, fashion and articulation. The event will be hosted by April â€œBaby Girlâ€? Dobbs with musical entertainment by Mr. Meezy. Admission

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Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Pilates Classes

Fitness

A balanced life

Student massage and yoga classes are offered at the Savannah School of Massage Therapy, Inc. Cost ranges from $20 to $30 for a one-hour massage and sessions are instructor supervised. Call 355-3011 for an appointment. Multi-level yoga classes are offered Monday and Friday at 5:45 p.m. Cost is $10 for drop-ins, $40 for a package card of five classes. Walk-ins are welcome. The school is located at 6413B Waters Ave. www. ssomt.com.

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are offered Monday and Wednesday from 5:30-6:30 p.m. in Suite 203 of the Candler Heart and Lung Building, 5356 Reynolds St. Cost is $30 for four sessions or $50 for 8 sessions. 819-6463.

Chatham County Aquatic Center offers water aerobics classes, open lap swimming, learn-to-swim classes and lifeguard training classes. Call 652-6793.

Free Nutritional Counseling/Body Fat Testing

by certified nutritional consultants. Muscle Quest Sports Nutrition Center, 109 Jefferson St. downtown. Call ahead to reserve a space at 232-4784.

Jade Lotus Tai Chi Group

Classes are offered Saturdays from 9:3011:30 a.m. and Wednesdays from 7-9 p.m. at the Unity Church, 2320 Sunset Blvd. Dropin rate is $10, $8 for students or 10 classes for $80, $70 for students. All experience levels are welcome. Look on the web at www.jadelotustaichi.com.

The Jewish Education Alliance

Join Amy Levy at 9:45 am on Fridays for yoga. Fee is $35 per month, Water Aerobics, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday at 10:30 am. Fee is $42 a month for up to 16 sessions, Step Aerobics will be offered at the JEA on Thursdayâ€™s at 6:15 am. Cost is $35 per month. Call Drew Edmonds at 3558111.

Ladies Living Smart fitness club

provides nutritional education and exercise to encourage lifestyle changes at the St. Josephâ€™s/Candler African-American Health Information and Resource Center, 1910 Abercorn St. at 5:30 p.m. Call 447-6605.

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May 12th & 13th

Pregnancy Yoga

An 8-week session of Pregnancy Yoga will be held Tuesdays and Thursday from 6-7:15 p.m. beginning May 30 in offices located at 7116 Hodgson Memorial Dr. Pre-natal yoga helps mothers-to-be prepare for a more mindful approach to the challenges of pregnancy, labor and delivery. The instructor is Ann Carroll. Cost is $90 for once per week or $150 for twice per week for the 8-week session. Call 667-8877 for information or space availability or send e-mail to ann@ aikyayoga.com.

Private Yoga Instruction

Have you always wanted to try yoga but were unsure about participating in group classes?â€ˆDo you need a safe, gentle and effective method of creating radiant health, reducing and even eliminating stress, and increasing happiness and joy in your life?â€ˆThen consider learning the ancient and time-honored science of yoga in your own home. Instruction will be tailored to fit your individual needs and help you create a daily, personal practice or allow you to feel more confident practicing in a group setting. The instructor is certified and thoroughly educated in the practical applications of yoga as well as its history and philosophy, and has taught group classes and private students for the past 10 years. For information or scheduling, call Hunter Leaf, 354-9274.

Savannah Yoga Center

Classes offered seven days a week. Dropin rate $13, Student drop-in rate $11 with ID. Active duty military/dependents $9. Community Flow Yoga Class is offered the second, third and fourth Sundays for $5. The schedule is:â€ˆMonday Gentle Yoga from 10-11:15 a.m. and Flow Yoga Level 1 and 2 from 6-7:15 p.m.; Tuesday:â€ˆYoga Basics from 6-7:15 p.m.; Wednesday, Dynamic Flow Yoga from 12:15-1:30 p.m. and Yin and Level 1 Flow Yoga from 6-7:15 p.m.; Thursday: Anusara Inspired Glow All Levels from 6:30-7:45 p.m. and Dynamic Flow Yoga Level 1 and 2 from 6:30-7:45 p.m.; Friday: Dynamic Flow Yoga Level 1 and 2 from 9:30-10:45 a.m.; Saturday, Anusara Inspired Flow All Levels from 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.; and Sunday, Community Flow from 5-6:15 meetsomeonetonight.com

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Tai Chi Classes

are offered Mondays and Wednesdays from 10:30-11:30 a.m. and Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:30-6:30 p.m. in Suite 203, Candler Heart and Lung Building, 5356 Reynolds St. Four sessions are $30 or eight sessions are $50. Call 819-6463.

Water aerobics at the JEA

The Jewish Educational Alliance is offering aquatics classes. Call Shannon at 748-2393.

World Tai Chi and Qigong Day

Come celebrate, learn more about tai chi and try it for yourself on April 30 at 4 p.m. at the Unity Church, 2320 Sunset Blvd. Free and open to the public. Sponsored by Jade Lotus Tai Chi Group. Look on the web at www.jadelotustaichi.com.

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Food & Bev Calling All Cooks

The Tybee Island Marine Science Center is planning to publish a cookbook that will feature seafood recipes along with illustrations and the natural history of the fish, crabs, shrimp, oysters, mussels, clams and so on featured in each dish. The cookbook also will include appetizers, salads, side dishes and deserts that will compliment the seafood entrees. Visit www.tybeemsc.org for information on submitting your recipes.

Gay & Lesbian Alpha Financial Management seminars

A series of free seminars specifically designed for the LGBT community will be held. Attendees will learn about the tools needed to increase their wealth, protect their assets, take actions that are congruent with their own values, and to build a sense of financial and emotional security in life. For information, call 353-9343.

First City Network Board Meeting

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Meets the first Monday at 6 p.m. at FCN’s office, 307 E. Harris St., 3rd floor. 236-2489.

Yoga Master Doug Swenson

The FCN Community Center & Library is open Saturdays from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Visitors are welcome to check out gay/lesbian books and obtain information on “Gay Savannah” businesses and happenings. www.firstcitynetwork.com. 236-CITY

classes taught by Debra Whalen R.Y.T. are offered Wednesdays from 5:30-6:45 p.m. at Muscle Quest Sports Nutrition Center, 109 Jefferson St. downtown. $10 drop-in fee. Call ahead to reserve a space at 232-4784. will present a workshop hosted by the Savannah Yoga Center on Thursday, May 21 from 6-8:30 p.m. at Epworth Methodist Church, 2201 Bull St. The cost is $55 before May 25 and $65 at the door. Call Kelley Boyd Crane at 441-6653 or visit www.savannahyoga.com.

Yoga @ Work

A six-week series of Yoga @ Work will be held Mondays from 5:30-6:30 p.m. in offices located in downtown Savannah starting in January. The series will incorporate discussions about stress and provide tools to use during the work day to combat the stress we all experience. The class is available to all ages and levels of physical ability. No special attire is needed. The instructor is Ann Carroll. The cost is $90. Call 667-8877 afor information on space availability or send e-mail to yayaannie@bellsouth.net.

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First City Network’s Workforce project

offers assistance to youth and young adults who need and want a job or a better job. Call 236-2489 or send e-mail to bwooten@ comcast.net.

Friends & Company bowling league

meets Sundays at 5:30 p.m. at AMF Victory Lanes, 2055 E. Victory Dr. 354-5710.

Gay AA Meeting

meets Sunday and Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. at 307 E. Harris St., second floor. For information, contact Mark at 441-4407.

Georgia Equality Savannah

is the local chapter of Georgia’s largest gay rights group. 104 W. 38th St. 944-0996.

Lesbian Potluck

Monday Level I and II 6:30-8 p.m., Mommy and Me Yoga 4-5 p.m. Tuesday Level II and III from 6-7:30 p.m. Wednesday Level I from 10-11:30 a.m. and Level I and II from 6-7:30 p.m. Thursday Vinyasa Flow from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Friday Level I from 6-7:30 p.m. Saturday Vinyasa Flow from 9-10 a.m. and Level I from 10:30 a.m. to noon. Sunday Level II and III from 5-6:30 p.m. There are openings for private sessions on weekends. Visit www.thesavannahyogaroom.com or call 898-0361.

Girls eat and socialize. Meets the 3rd Saturday of each month. 236-CITY.

are offered by St. Joseph’s/Candler for WellBeing on Thursdays from 5:45-6:45 p.m. in Suite 203 of the Candler Heart and Lung Building, 5356 Reynolds St. The cost is $30 for four sessions or $50 for eight sessions. Call 819-6463.

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Lesbian Therapy Group

Share your thoughts, feelings and concerns in a safe, confidential environment that is facilitated by a licensed therapist the second and fourth Friday at 7 p.m. Spaces are limited. Call 352-2611.

Standout

is First City’s gay youth support group. Meets every Thursday at 7 p.m. at the FCN Headquarters, 307 E. Harris St., 3rd floor. Call 657-1966. is a children’s therapy group for children of GLBT parents. Groups range in age from 10 to 18 and are held twice a month. Call 352-2611.

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The City of Savannah, Leisure Services, Recreation Services Department, offers a yoga class on Saturday from noon to 1 p.m. at the Windsor Forest Center, 414 Briarcliff Circle. The fee is $10 per month for ages 14 and over. Call 921-2105 or 651-3650.

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Health Can’t Sleep?

Can’t sleep or stay asleep? Hypnosis and guided imagery works. Call 201-0071 for more information.

Community HealthCare Center

is a non-profit organization that provides free medical care for uninsured individuals who work or live in Chatham County and do not qualify for Medicare or Medicaid. All patients receive free examinations, medicine through the patient assistance program and free lab work. Women receive free pap smears and mammograms. Call 692-1451 to see if you qualify for services. Located at 310 Eisenhower Dr., No. 5, Medical Center.

Community Cardiovascular Council, Inc.

offers free blood pressure checks Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 1900 Abercorn St. Call 232-6624.

Dual Recovery Anonymous

This 12-step program addresses all addictions and mental health recovery. Persons who are recovering from an addiction and a mental health problem can send e-mail to katkope@netscape.com for information.

Eating Disorders/Self Harm Support Group

A 12-step group for people with eating disorders and self-harm disorders. For information, call Brandon Lee at 927-1324.

Esophageal Reflux

A free health seminar, Esophageal Reflux: Medication Is Not The Only Answer, will

be presented by Dr. H. Dorsey Flanders oMay 9 at 7 p.m. in Marsh Auditorium at Candler Hospital. To make a reservation, call 819-3368.

Free blood pressure checks and blood sugar screenings

are conducted at three locations within St. Joseph’s/Candler. From 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 5:15-7 p.m. every Tuesday and Thursday, checks will be offered at the St. Joseph’s/Candler African-American Health Information and Resource Center, 1910 Abercorn St. Call 447-6605 to make an appointment. Checks are offered every Monday from 10 a.m. to noon at the Smart

Senior office, No. 8 Medical Arts Center. No appointment is necessary. Checks will be offered Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at St. Mary’s Community Center at 812 W. 36th St. Call 447-0578.

The March of Dimes offers valuable information for women. www.modimes.org or 1-888-MODIMES. 354-5900.

Memorial Health blood pressure check

Free hearing & speech screening

are offered free every Tuesday and Thursday from 7:30-9:30 a.m. at GenerationOne. 3507587.

Every Thursday morning from 9 a.m.-12 noon at the Savannah Speech and Hearing Center, 1206 E. 66th Street. Call 355-4601.

Memorial Health CPR training

Free Skin Cancer Screening

will be held by St. Joseph’s/Candler on April 8 from 9:30 a.m. to noon at the Tybee Island YMCA. To register, call 819-3368.

Gastric Bypass Surgery Session

Memorial Health Bariatrics presents free informational sessions every Wednesday at 6 p.m. in the Medical Education Auditorium with Dr. John Angstadt and other staff members, who discuss obesity and the surgical process. Free. Call 350-DIET or visit bariatrics.memorialhealth.com.

Got a drug problem? Need help?

FitnessOne provides American Heart Association courses each month to certify individuals in infant, child and adult CPR. The cost is $30. Call 350-4030 or visit www. memorialhealth.com.

Memorial Health group meditation sessions

are offered free to the public every Tuesday from 5:30-6 p.m. on the third floor of the Center for Advanced Medicine.

Memorial Health heart risk assessment

Call the Narcotics Anonymous Helpline at 1-800-334-3322.

is held once a month at FitnessOne. The appointment takes about 40 minutes and the cost is $50. Call Midge at 350-4042.

My Brothaz Home, Inc., a local nonprofit HIV/AIDS organization, offers free HIV/ AIDS and STD awareness training, risk reduction counseling and prevention case management to individual males and groups of males. Upon completion of the training, a monetary incentive and educational materials will be given to each participant. Call 231-8727.

This free orthopedic lecture series is held the third Tuesday of each month from 6:15-7:30 p.m. in the Medical Education Auditorium at Memorial Health to educate the community about the risk factors of arthritis, the prevention of arthritis and medical and surgical joint replacement. To register, call 350-3603.

HIV/AIDS and STD awareness training

La Leche League of Savannah Call Phoebe at 897-9261.

Lose Weight

like Mark Merlis on Dateline. Safe, effective, reasonable cost. Researchers at the University of Connecticut found that people who used hypnosis lost 60 percent more weight than any other method. The Alpha Institute, 201-0071.

Mammograms

St. Joseph’s/Candler will be performing mammograms to screen for breast cancer in its mobile screening unit. SJ/C accepts most insurance plans. Financial assistance is available to women who qualify. Mammograms will be performed May 9 and 23 from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at St. Joseph’s/ Candler Medical Group in Rincon. Call 3549357 for appointments. Mammotrams will be performed May 10 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Long County Health Department in Lucowici. Call 545-2107 for appointments.

March of Dimes

Memorial Health Joint Replacement Lecture

Memorial Health SET Focus Group

This is a program to encourage Sickle Cell patients ages 11 to 18 and their parents/ caregivers to learn more about Sickle Cell disease. Call Donna at 350-5616 or Saundra at 350-3396.

The Midwife Group of Coastal Georgia

The Midwife Group offers a free program to women at any stage of pregnancy that includes free information on pregnancy, birth and parenting, an opportunity to talk to other pregnant women and information on a certified nurse midwife-assisted birth, whether at a birth center or area hospital. Call 826-4155 or send e-mail to birthcenter@alltel.net.

Miracle on Wheels

will make available power (electric) wheelchairs to non-ambulatory senior citizens (65 and over) usually at no out-of-pocket expense. This service also may be available to the permanently disabled of any age. Call 1-800-749-8778 or visit the Web site at www. durablemedical.com.

The National Wellness Foundation 18+. No liability. Restrictions apply.

912-651-8989 912-651-8989 1-900-287-0000 25 min $25/call $25/call

sponsors a lecture every Thursday at 6 p.m. titled “The Essence of Chiropractic for the 21st Century.” Call 356-5887.

Planned Parenthood Hotline

First Line is a statewide hotline for women who want information on health services. Open every night from 7-11p.m. 1-800-2647154.

all Georgia residents 18 or older and concerned parents of adolescents who are using tobacco. Call 1-877-270-STOP or visit www. unitegeorgia.com.

Resources for the Family

is a seminar that will be presented May 4 from 5:30-7 p.m. at the St. Joseph’s/Candler African-American Health Information & Resource Center, 1910 Abercorn St. Call 447-6605.

Stop Smoking

Researchers at the University of Iowa combined 600 studies covering 72,000 people and found that hypnosis is the most effective way to stop smoking. Call the Alpha Institute. 201-0071.

Super 2 Access Clinic

Super 2 Access (After Cancer Cure Evaluation Strategy and Support) is a clinic for children and adolescents who completed cancer treatment at least two years ago. For information, call Pam at 658-2215 or Donna at 667-8943.

Wanted: CPR and First Aid Instructors

The Savannah Chapter of the American Red Cross is looking for instructors. Call 6515371 or send email to daled@savannahredcross.org.

Lectures

Renaissance Lecture Series

Catherine Rendon will present Travels with Graham Greene on May 11 at 5:30 p.m. at Magnolia Manor on the Coast in Richmond Hill. Call 756-4300.

Socially Responsible Investing

Financial advisor Peter Krull will discuss ways to support clean energy through investing on May 9 at 7:30 p.m. at The Sentient Bean, 13 E. Park Ave. Call 232-4447 or visit www.sentientbean.com.

Environment Blackwater River Paddle

will be held Saturday, May 6 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. After simple canoeing instruction, your Wilderness Southeast naturalist guide will lead the way dowstream past cypress and tupelo in their new spring green. Look out for turtles, kingfishers, prothonorary warblers and swallow-tailed kites, and maybe even an alligator. $30 per person includes canoe rental. Reservations are required. 6-16 people Call 897-5108.

Dolphin Project of Georgia

Boat owners, photographers and other volunteers are needed to help conduct scientific research which will take place one weekend during the months of January, April, July and October. Must be at least 18 years old. Call 232-6572 or visit www. TheDolphinProject.org.

Migratory Birds

The program provides eye exams, education and care to those who have no health insurance, are unable to pay for care privately and meet certain qualifications. The clinic meets Thursdays by appointment. Call 352-2032.

Wilderness Southeast is sponsoring a spring migration bird walk on May 4 from 7-8:30 a.m. Join an expert birder for a stroll through Forsyth Park listening for and searching out colorful neo-tropical migratory songbirds. Wear comfortable shoes and bring binoculars and bug spray. Runs in a drizzle, cancels in a downpour. Suggest donation $5. Call 897-5108 for reservations.

a toll-free resource that provides counseling, screening, support and referral services for

will visit Harris Neck National Wildlife Refuge on May 6. Meet at the RideShare at

Project SAVE

The Quit Line

Ogeechee Audubon Chapter

I-95 and Georgia 204 at 7:30 a.m. or meet at the Harris Neck entrance at 8 a.m. Bring water, snack and sun and bug protection. Call Vic Carpenter at 897-0281.

Take a walk on the wild side

at the Oatland Island Education Center. The “Native Animal Nature Trail” features a variety of live animals and landscapes and winds through maritime forest, freshwater wetland and salt marsh habitats. Located 5 miles east of downtown off the Islands Expressway. M-F:9 a.m.-4 p.m. and most Saturdays from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Admission is $3 per person for everyone over 4. 898-3980 or visit www.oatlandisland.org.

Tybee Island Marine Science Center

Volunteers needed for Tybee Marine Center

Tybee Marine Science Center is looking for volunteers interested in supporting educational programs. Help is needed with touch tank presentations, animal care, special events, sea turtle monitoring, outreach programs, gift shop and office duties. Call 7865917 or visit www.tbeemsc.org.

Pets & Animals St. Almo

The name stands for Savannah True Animal Lovers Meeting Others. Informal dog walks are held Sundays at 4:50 p.m. at Canine Palace, 618 Abercorn St. Call 234-3336.

Savannah’s First Pug Playday

Site Launched for Reclaiming Lost Pets

A new website has been launched to help people reclaim lost pets. It is located at www. thepetrescue.com.

Literary Events

A.W.O.L. -- All Walks of Life, Inc.

is a spoken word troupe that hosts an open mic night every third Sunday at the Sentient Bean, 13 E. Park Ave. Free and open to the public.

The Casual Poets Society

holds an open poetry reading the second Saturday of the month at 4 p.m. at The Casual Reader bookstore, 1213 Highway 80. on Tybee Island at The Shops at Tybee Oaks. Call 786-7655.

Circle of Sister/Brotherhood Book Club

meets the last Sunday at 4 p.m. at the center, 1910 Abercorn St. 447-6605.

Inspirational book club

Wesley Community Centers offers weekly book discussions of life situations and complexities every Monday at 6:30 p.m. at 1601

Drayton St. All women and teen-aged girls are invited to attend. Stop by the center or call 447-5711.

The Islands book group

discusses thought-provoking literature with a different theme monthly the second Monday at 7 p.m. at the Islands Branch Library, 125 Wilmington Island Rd. 897-6233.

Lunch bunch book group

An open book discussion the fourth Wednesday at 1 p.m. at Barnes & Noble. Participants can talk about any book.

Music and Poetry Reading

is held every third Sunday at 7 p.m. at Thread’s at Coastal Coffee at the corner of Victory and Skidaway. Free admission.

Page turners book group

meets monthly to get the scoop on what other adults are reading at the Ogeechee Branch Library, 1820 Ogeechee Rd. Call 2321339.

Reader’s theater meeting

every other Thursday from 4-5:30 p.m. at the South Effingham Library in Rincon. This performance group is a free program for middle and high school students. Call Linda Bridges, children’s coordinator at 826-2222.

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Visit the center to discover the Georgia coast. The exhibits and aquariums are home to more than 100 species of fish, reptiles, amphibians, corals and other interesting sea creatures. Beach Discovery Walks are offered Fridays and Saturdays at 2 p.m. Call 786-5917 for information about current programs. Admission is $4 for adults and $3 for children 3-16. The center is open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., except Tuesdays when it is open 9 a.m. to noon.

Tea time at Ola’s

is a new book discussion group that meets the fourth Tuesday at 1 p.m. at the Ola Wyeth Branch Library, 4 E. Bay St. Call Beatrice Wright at 652-3660. Bring your ideas and lunches. Tea will be provided. 232-5488 or 652-3660.

Religious & Spiritual

Chanted Office of Compline

The Service of Compline, ”Saying good night to God,” is chanted Sunday evenings at 9 p.m. by the Compline Choir of Christ Church Savannah (Episcopal), located on Johnson Square. The choir, made up of singers from churches around the city, sings in the darkened nave of Christ Church by candlelight. Compline, the last of the monastic prayer services before retiring, is a service in which one is invited to meditate and reflect on the day or week past and then enter into the little death of sleep to rise with hope and thanksgiving for the days ahead.

Christian Businessmen’s Committee

meets for a prayer breakfast every Tuesday at 6:30 a.m. at Peggy Lynn’s Country Cooking, 3718 Ogeechee Rd. Call 964-4297.

Ekklesia, The Church

Do church in a casual and relaxed setting on Saturday nights. Fellowship begins at 6 p.m., praise and worship at 6:30 p.m. in the BSU building on Abercorn between the Publix Shopping Center and the Armstrong campus. Call 596-4077.

First Faire

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Living the Questions

Trinity Church offers an introduction to the Christian faith for anyone in search of a new way of looking at the Church. Called an ”unapologetically liberal alternative to the Alpha Course,” it strives to create an environment where seekers and ”church alums” alike can discuss and question traditional theological ideas. Thursdays at 7 p.m. at Trinity Church on Telfair Square. Free and open to the public. Call 233-4766.

Nicodemus by Night

An open forum is held every Wednesday at 7 p.m. at 223 E. Gwinnett St. Nicodemus was a religious leader who came to Jesus by night looking for a way out of the darkness. He received revolutionary understanding that compelled him to forsake everything to become a disciple. Jesus was considered a heretic for his radical teachings that people should give up their own possessions and care for one another instead of themselves. Would Jesus’ teaching require anything less today?

Quakers (Religious Society of Friends)

meet Sundays, 11 a.m. at Trinity United Methodist Church, 225 W. President St., Savannah. Call Janet Pence at 247-4903.

Reading the Bible Again

A 5-week course based on the book by Marcus Borg will be held Tuesdays from 1:303:30 p.m. or 7-9 p.m. (choose one) at Unity of Savannah, 2320 Sunset Blvd. The textbook may be purchased at Unity Bookstore. A love offering will be taken at each class. Call 3554704 or visit www.unityofsavannah.org.

Savannah Buddhist Sitting Group

meets Sundays from 9-10:30 a.m. at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Savannah, on Habersham Street at East Harris and East Macon Streets, on Troup Square. Please arrive and be seated no later than 8:55 a.m. Sitting and walking meditation and Dharma talk or reading. All practices are welcome. Newcomers should contact Cindy Beach, lay ordained Soto Zen Buddhist, at 429-7265 for sitting instruction.

Soka Gakkai of America (SGI-USA) SGI-USA is an American Buddhist movement for world peace that practices Nichiren Buddhism by chanting NAM MYOHO RENGE KYO. For information, call Gil at 659-1917 after 7 p.m.

Unitarian Universalist Church of Savannah

A liberal religious community where different people with different beliefs gather as one faith. On May 7, the Savannah Covenant of Unitarian Universalist Pagans will speak from the topic Beltane - the Celebration of May Day. The service will be held Sunday, at 11 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall behind the church’s Troup Square Sanctuary. For information, call 234-0980, or send e-mail to uusav@comcast. net or visit www.jinglebellchurch org. The Uncommon Denomination.

Wildwood United Methodist Church

invites you to its morning worship at 9:30 a.m. each Sunday followed by Sunday morning worship fellowship at 10:30 a.m. and Sunday School at 10:45 a.m. Wildwood

UMC is located at 4912 Garrard Ave. east of the south end of the Chatham Parkway.

Woodlawn United Methodist Church

Sunday school is at 9:45, worship at 10:50 a.m. and 6 p.m. 2502 Highway 80, Garden City.

Women’s Bible Study

at the Women’s Center of Wesley Community Centers. Call 447-5711 or stop by 1601 Drayton Street.

Sports & Games Savannah Area Tennis

Savannah Disc Golf Club

holds an open doubles tournament each Saturday at 1 p.m. at Tom Triplett Park‑on U.S. 80 between Dean Forest Road and Interstate 95. Teams are chosen by luck of the draw. New players are welcome, coaching in driving and putting skills will be available from noon to 1 p.m. Entry is $5, with 100 percent payout to winning teams. For information, visit savannahdiscgolf.com.

Savannah Masters Adult Swimming

is available at the Chatham County Aquatic Center, 7240 Sallie Mood Dr., next to Lake Mayer. Levels are Beginner, Fitness, Triathlete and Competitive. Times are Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 5:30-6:45 a.m., Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 6-7:15 p.m. and Saturday from 7-8:30 a.m. For information, call Scott Rabalais at 927-7016 or visit www.savannahmasters.com.

Savannah Shamrocks women’s rugby team

Practices are every Monday and Wednesday at 6 p.m. in Forsyth Park near the tennis courts. Call 404-449-5875 or send e-mail to savannahrugby@yahoo.com.

Ten Star All Star Basketball Camp

Final applications are being evaluated for this summer basketball camp, which is by invitation only. Boys and girls ages 10-19 are eligible to apply. Past participants have included Michael Jordan, Grant Hill, Antawn Jamison and other NBA stars. For a free brochure, call 704-373-0873 anytime through July 15.

Wheelchair Basketball

BlazeSports Club of Savannah, a program of The Rehabilitative Institute at Memorial Health Medical Center, sponsors wheelchair basketball. Practices are held each Monday. Beginners and intermediate players practice from 6-7 p.m. Advanced players practice from 7-8 p.m. Basketballs and sports wheelchairs are provided. Call 350-7268.

Support Groups African-American Women Overcoming Depression and BiPolar Disease

meets the third Thursday of the month at the Bull Street Library. For information, call JoAnne Wright at 236-0027.

Al Anon Family Groups

A fellowship of relatives and friends of alcoholics meets Monday at 12:30 p.m. and 8 p.m., Wednesday at 1:30 p.m., Thursday at 8 p.m. and Sunday at 8 p.m. at 1501 Eisenhower Dr. and Tuesday at 8 p.m. at Goodwill on Sallie Mood Drive. Call 598-9860 or visit http://al_anon_savannah.freeservers.com.

Alcoholics Anonymous

If you or someone you know has a problem with alcohol, call 354-0993.

Alzheimer’s Caregiver’s Support Group

the 411|Free Will Astrology ARIES (March 21-April 19): “Any idiot can face a crisis,”

said Russian writer Anton Chekhov. “It is the day-to-day living that wears you out.” Your main assignment in the coming weeks, Aries, will be to use your ingenuity to keep from being burned out by the subtle and minor trials of the daily grind. It won’t be as dramatic a challenge as some of the epic travails you dealt with in March, but in my opinion it will be just as heroic.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): New Rule: During the next two

weeks, you’re not allowed to think any thought or feel any feeling you’ve experienced a million times before. If you detect one of those stale ingredients bubbling up into the mix, it’s your sacred duty to immediately substitute a fresh-from-the-garden idea or feeling that you’ve never entertained before. It’s the season of novelty, Taurus-- time to compost the old ways and revel in raw innocence. Invite the universe to gorge you with virginal blessings.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): In the entire history of the

world, there has never been a time that neglects dreams more than ours. Every other culture has paid more attention to the information that’s available to us while we’re sleeping. This ennervating ignorance incurs a personal cost. If you’re one of those who rarely recalls your dreams, you’re suffering a grievous loss of connection with the wisdom of your unconscious mind. And even if you do stay in touch with your dreams, most of the people around you aren’t connected to theirs, and that generates stupendous stupidity. Want to remedy the problem, Gemini? It’s a perfect astrological moment to improve your relationship with the realm where you spend one-third of your life. Here are a few resources: the book *Living Your Dreams* by Gayle Delaney; the book *Radical Dreaming: Use Your Dreams to Change Your Life* by John Goldhammer; the Lucid Dream Institute (http:// www. lucidity.com); dream interpretations by Jonathan Zap (http:// snipurl.com/paar).

This monthly support group is for families of persons suffering from Alzheimer’s Disease and other forms of dementia and is held the second Thursday at 5:30 p.m. at Ruth Byck Adult Day Care facility, 64 Jasper St. Call ahead to reserve a seat. Call Stacey Floyd at 236-0363.

Amputee Support Group

Open to all patients who have had a limb amputated and their families or caregivers. Call 355-7778 or 353-9635.

Backus Children’s Hospital Support Group for Parents

who have a seriously ill child receiving treatment on an inpatient or outpatient basis. A case manager facilitates the meetings, and a child life specialist provides an arts and crafts activity Meets once a week. Call Donna at 350-5616.

Backus Children’s Hospital Support Group for Parents of Children with Bleeding Disorders meets the fourth Tuesday of every month at 6:30 p.m. at Memorial Health. Call Mary Lou Cygan at 350-7285.

Bariatric/Gastric Bypass Support Group

for past and potential obesity surgery patients and their families. For information, call Cheryl Brown at 350-3644.

Better Breathers support group

meets quarterly, March 24, June 16, September 15 and December 15, at noon, Conference Room 2, Candler Heart & Lung Bldg. 5356 Reynolds St. Contact Tina Nelson at 819-7340 or Cindy Balkstra at 819-8032.

Bipolar Support Group

John J. Dunn, Ph.D., is interested in hearing from people who want to participate in a bipolar support group. Call 692-1230 after 6 p.m.

Bulloch County Rape Crisis Hotline The Bulloch County Sexual Assault Task Force has announced a new 24 hour/7 day a week hotline staffed by trained volunteers to aid victims of rape, incest and sexual molestation. The number is 912-531-1771.

CASA Support Group

This support group is for parents and extended caregivers whose child or children have been involved with DFCS and/or returned to your custody after being in foster care, or who have been given custody of a family member’s child who has been involved with DFCS and/or has been in foster care. The group meets the first Thursday of the month from 6-7 p.m. at Youth Futures Family Resource Center at 705 Anderson St. For information, call Madison at CASA at 447-8908 or send email to madison@savannahcasa.org.

Cancer support group

meets every Wednesday from 11 a.m. to noon in the board room located on the first floor of St. Joseph’s Hospital. 819-2475.

Caring for Us

is a support group for caregivers of ill or injured family members or loved ones. Call Kimberlee Mitchell at 350-3399.

Celiac Support Group

for anyone with celiac disease who is allergic to products containing gluten, their family or friends. For information, call 507-2592.

Citizens With Retarded Citizens

Open to families of children or adults with autism, mental retardation, and other developmental disabilities. Meets monthly at 1211 Eisenhower Drive. 355-7633.

Coastal Empire Polio Survivors Association

meets the fourth Saturday of the month at 10 a.m. at the Candler Heart and Lung Building, second floor, Room 2. Call 355-1221.

Compassionate Friends Support Group

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Depressive/Manic support group

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CANCER (June 21-July 22): Pathologist Paul Wolf has sug-

gested that some of history’s great artists may have never created their masterpieces if the wonders of modern medicine had been available to them. For example, what if doctors had cured van Gogh’s mental illness with a regimen of drugs like Prozac and Xanax? Maybe he would have been spared the torment that goaded him to the outbursts of genius that erupted on his canvases. It’s an interesting theory--one that I invite you to apply to your own life history. Are there ways in which the very things that have driven you crazy have played a role in your finest accomplishments? This is a perfect time to acknowledge and celebrate that ironic miracle.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Let’s talk about the gift that it is

your destiny to offer the world. Are you still struggling to figure out what it is? Here’s what storyteller Michael Meade advises: You’ll know it’s the gift you were born to give if your energy is renewed, not exhausted, by giving it. It so happens that the coming weeks will be a perfect time to make dramatic progress in exploring this crucial truth, Leo.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): According to research done by

this enlightened holiday to my home country of America, it might be difficult in the foreseeable future. Why? Because religious fundamentalists have been spreading their infectious mental disease, seducing people into mistrusting their bodies’ natural urges. Meanwhile, the advertising and entertainment industries try to sell us on the glamour of being in a chronic state of titillation without satisfaction. I’m calling on you Libras to do what you can to resist these cultural trends. The astrological omens say this is an auspicious time for you to seek out, cultivate, and honor your own orgasms.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): I have a rabid appreciation

for your efforts to make this world a steamier, wilder, more lyrical labyrinth. Thank you for all the entertaining mysteries you conjure so regularly. You are a true Puzzle Master, both in the sense that you create beautiful enigmas and that you solve seemingly impossible riddles. Having said that, though, I want to beg you to ease up on the drama for a while. Now and then there come times when you get so heavy and thick with obsessive longing and complicated emotions that you’re in danger of imploding. This is such a moment. So lighten up, please. Consider indulging in the pleasures of harmless fun and frivolous diversions for a few days.

*Forbes* magazine, more billionaires are Virgos than any other sign of the zodiac. A disproportionate 12 percent of the world’s wealthiest people are members of your tribe. I hope this startling fact inspires you to be more proactive in cultivating your natural advantages. It’s high time for you to prime your cash flow. Now please promise that you will say the following affirmation three times a day for the next 30 days: “Because I am shrewd, analytical, practical, attentive, and strategic, I possess all the necessary qualities to become wealthier. I am a money magnet. Money is my servant. O monnee gimmee summ.”

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): I would never make

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Espertantina, a town in Brazil,

week comes from playwright Bertolt Brecht. “Art is not a mirror held up to reality,” he said, “but a hammer with which to shape it.” This is an excellent idea to keep in mind even if you’re not

celebrates May 9 as Orgasm Day. As much as I’d love to import

light of your pain, Sagittarius, but it’s my duty to inform you that you now have a rather amusing opportunity to capitalize on it. You may have heard that Star Trek actor William Shatner sold his kidney stone to an online casino for $33,000. In a comparable though perhaps more metaphorical way, I foresee you being able to cash in on or at least make very good use of something that once hurt you very much.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Your meditation for the

a writer, painter, dancer, filmmaker, actor, or musician. What it means is that you now have the duty and opportunity to fully unleash the creator in you. Don’t be satisfied with the world the way it is; don’t sit back and complain about the dead weight of the mediocre status quo. Instead, stir up your curiosity and charisma and expressiveness and lust for life. Then rebuild everything you see so that it’s in greater harmony with the laws of love.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): “People seem not to see

that their opinion of the world is also a confession of their character,” wrote Ralph Waldo Emerson. Your assignment in the coming week, Aquarius, is to take inventory of your opinions about the world, and then analyze what they reveal about your character. Here are some questions to guide your explorations. How do the feelings and theories you carry within you get projected onto the life you find around you? Do your prevailing attitudes help shape the experiences you attract? Is the reality you’ve built in your psyche at least partially responsible for creating the reality you encounter everywhere you go?

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Whenever I’m on top of the

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The group is for caregivers, family members and friends of persons affected by Alzheimer’s Disease or other dementia-causing illnesses and meets the first Monday and third Tuesday of each month from 10:30 a.m. to noon in Room 111 of the Skidaway Island Methodist Church, 54 Diamond Causeway. Visit www.alzga.org or call 920-2231.

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Hospital every Tuesday at 7 p.m. 920-0153 or 927-2064

Diabetes support group

meets the third Thursday at 6 p.m. at Memorial Health in Conference Room A. Call Robin at 350-3843.

Domestic violence community support group

SAFE Shelter provides a domestic violence support group every Thursday from noon to 1 p.m. at the Senior Citizens Building at 325 Bull St. Call Brenda Edwards, 629-8888.

Domestic Violence Hotline

The Georgia Human Resources Department and Georgia Coalition on Family Violence, have a new number, 24 hours a day. 1-800-33HAVEN

Eating Disorders/Self Harm Support Group

A 12-step group for people with eating disorders and self-harm disorders. For information, call Brandon Lee at 927-1324.

Fibromyalgia support group

meets the second Thursday from 5:30-6:30 p.m. in Conference Room 2, Candler Heart and Lung Building, 5356 Reynolds St.. 8196743.

First Line

is an after-hours referral and information line to talk confidentially about birth control, sexually transmitted diseases and pregnancy options. A free service from Planned Parenthood, available nightly from 7 to 11 p.m. at 1-800-264-7154.

Full Circle Grief and Loss Center

a program of Hospice Savannah, offers the free counseling services for anyone dealing with loss. Call 355-2289. Grief 101 is a seven week support group for individuals who have suffered a loss by death. Pre-registration required. Tuesdays 6-7 p.m. Grief Support Network is an on-going peer-run support group. Tuesdays 6-7 p.m. Children’s Groups, call for times. Specialty Groups such as Spouse Loss Group and Loss by Suicide Group are offered when needed.

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Gay AA Meeting

An Alcoholics Anonymous group for gays meets Sunday and Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. at 307 E. Harris St., second floor. For information, contact Mark at 233-4255.

HIV/AIDS :living with HIV/AIDS? My Brothaz Home

Building at Whitaker & McDonough St. 2349999.

Lowcountry Huntington’s Disease Group

Call 964-0455 or visit www.LowcountryHD. com. Call 964-0455.

Lung Cancer Support Group

Hope House

is for families who are going through lung cancer treatment and survivors of lung cancer. It meets monthly at Summit Cancer Care. Call Patty Thornton at 350-9385.

Huntington Disease Support Group

A support group that is open to patients with lupus, their family members and friends. 4476605.

is a support group for men meets every Thursday of the month. Come on out and meet other brothaz. 231-8727.

provides supportive housing for single mothers with one child. Please call 236-5310 for information. meets the last Tuesday at 6 p.m. in the Heart and Lung Building at Candler Hospital, second floor, Room 2. Call Sandra at 9640455.

Journey Through Journaling

People whose lives have been touched by cancer are invited to this support group that delves into the creative expression of cancer experiences through journaling and craft activities. Call Jennifer Currin at 350-7845.

Keeping hope alive while living with cancer

meets the fourth Monday from 4:30-5:30 p.m. in the Women’s Services Conference Room at the Center for Advanced Medicine at Memorial Health. Call 350-7845.

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Lupus Encouragement Group

discusses topics that are relevant to anyone with a debilitating disease every fourth Thursday at 3:30 p.m. at St. James Catholic Church, 8412 Whitfield Ave. at Montgomery Cross Roads. 355-1523

Muscular Dystrophy support group

meets the third Thursday at 6 p.m. at the Error Prevention Conference Room. A variety of guests discuss ways to improve health. Call Glenda at 350-3690.

meets the third Sunday from 3:30-6 p.m. at the Armstrong Atlantic State University Sports Education Building, Room 226. 3517035 or 353-7143.

Memorial Health Diabetes Support Group

Memorial Health Hemophilia Support Group

for parents of children with bleeding disorders. Call Mary Lou Cygan at 350-7285.

Memorial Health Pancreatic Cancer Support Group’ For information, call Jennifer Currin at 3503988.

Each month, the group focuses on a specific topic related to blood-related cancers and also discusses ways to improve quality of life. Call Jennifer Currin at 350-7845.

Call Mary Lou Cygan at 350-7285.

The SAFE Shelter offers free drop-in counseling to anyone who is in an abusive relationship. Meets every Thursday from 7-8:30 p.m. at the First Baptist Church Education

Multiple Sclerosis support group

Call Jennifer Currin at 350-7845.

Memorial Health POPPS! Group

Living without Violence

is a support group that meets the first Thursday of the month from 5:30-6:30 p.m. at the Candler Professional Building, Room 508A, 5354 Reynolds St. Call 819-6171 for information.

meets Jan. 28, April 19, July 19 and Oct. 18 from noon to 1 p.m. in Conference Room 2, Candler Heart & Lung Building, 5356 Reynolds St. 354-9576.

Memorial Health Cancer Challenges Support Group

is a support group open to anyone who has an ostomy and their loved ones. Call Jennifer Currin at 350-7845.

Leukemia, Lymphoma and Myeloma Support Group

Mommy and Me: Life With Your Little One

for children with cancer and their parents and caregivers. Call Donna at 350-5616.

Memorial Health PRIDE Bleeding Disorders Support Group Memorial Health SET Focus

SET Focus is a program to encourage Sickle Cell patients ages 11 to 18 and their parents and caregivers to learn more about Sickle Cell disease. For information, call Saundra at 350-3396.

National Alliance for the Mentally Ill

Overcoming the Stigma of Seizure Disorders

meets the fourth Thursday at the Wesley Monumental United Methodist Church at Abercorn and Gordon streets. A free story/ coloring book, I’m Feeling Just Ducky!, is available for children to better explain seizure activity.. Call Pam Steadman at 233-1006.

Overeaters Anonymous

Is food a problem for you? Do you eat when you’re not hungry? Do you go on eating binges for no apparent reason? Does your weight affect the way you live your life? No dues, no fees, no weigh-ins. Meets Saturdays at 10:30 a.m. at 1030 Shawnee St., Unit F2. Call 728-4028.

Pancreatic Cancer Support Group Call Jennifer Currin at 350-7845.

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Multi-family yard sale. All items must go! Saturday May 6th, 7am-12pm at 15 Cardinal Road (Isle of Hope)

Cherry headboard, dresser, mirror, chest and nightstand. New in boxes, $600. 912-9669937.

KING PILLOWTOP MATTRESS Complete with boxsprings and metal bedframe. Still in original factory plastic, $275. 912-3132303. ORTHOPEDIC MATTRESS SET Includes boxspring and warranty. Still in original packaging. Must sell, $140. 912-3132303.

CONFEDERATE ROSES Well rooted plants, 6” pots, 2 varieties. Red and white and double pink. Call 964-1794 GRAND PIANO, hard-to-find quality Grand piano at its price level! Aeolian Baby Grand Piano for $5,495. 5.9 appearance. Owned by a pianist and art student. Call 912-224-7322 (color)

COMPLETE SLEIGH BEDROOM SET Headboard/Footboard/rails with matching dresser, mirror, chest and nightstand. All NEW, still in boxes. Suggested list $2k, letting go for $900. Can deliver. 912-964-1494. BOWFLEX ULTIMATE, Brand new, fully assembled. PowerRod resistance up to 310 lbs. 90 exercises, leg ext./leg curl, lat tower. Owners manual and reference poster. Purchased for 2k, asking $1200. 912-756-4034.

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QUEEN PILLOWTOP SET Brand new still in original factory plastic with boxspring and warranty. Suggest list $699, must let go for $160. 912-9659652. Delivery available. DINING TABLE, 4-chairs and china cabinet. Pine top, antiqued cream legs. China cabinet include lights and glass. Chairs have light blue cushions. $400. 57” TOSHIBA Widescreen rear projection TV in HD with Sony amplifier and surround sound system, excellent condition, $2000 OBO. Call 912-6631250

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1224 East 48 th Street Craftsman Style Cottage located in the Parkside Community. 3 bedrooms/1 bath, separate Dining room and Living room, 4 working fireplaces. Refinished heart pine floors throughout and ceiling fans in many rooms. Rear garden with a patio for entertaining along with additional large side yards. Asking $189,900. CALL LORI JUDGE AT JUDGE REALTY 912-484-1514 .

635 East Henry Street Wonderful Newer Construction on a tremendous lot. This 3BDR, 2 ? BA home offers a great floor plan, completely fenced, front and side porches. Would be a super home for the first-time buyer or an investment property. Offered at $219,000. Call Don Callahan 441-4416 Mopper-Stapen Realty*

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406 E. 35th Street Such a deal – Offered in “AsIs” condition, this 3bdr. 1ba. home is your opportunity to turn it into a showplace. Look beyond the vinyl siding and carpet and you will find clapboard on the exterior and heart pine floors. Don’t let this one pass you by. Just $139,000. Call Don Callahan 441-4416 Mopper-Stapen Realty*

219 East 31 st Street Circa 1905 Victorian Home offering over 3,000sq. ft. of impressive details. Triple parlors, 6 fpl’s, crown moldings, medallions and pocket doors.

103 Whitaker. is steps from Broughton Street! Deluxe Condo with 2 bedrooms, custom everything, including the gorgous furniture! Wide huge TV included, custom cherry cabinets, granite counter tops, 2 sinks, brick wall with high ceilings, and shutters, must see this. $485,000 Rhondda @ Sun Coast Realty

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1014 Abercorn Street Stunning totally remolded “ New York ” style 3bdr., 2ba. loft over two large fabulous commercial spaces. Opportunity awaits for a variety of options. Live atop your own business in the thriving Victorian District. Only 1 block from Forsyth Park .Offered at $550,000. Owner/Agent Call Don Callahan 441-4416 Mopper-Stapen Realty*

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110 Marsh Side Dr. Wilmington Island $199,000 This 3BR/2 full BA home is located on a cul-d-sac in quiet Marsh Creek Subdivision Off Quarterman Rd. It features a large fenced yard backing up to Greenbelt, hardwood floors and carpet, greatroom, built in gas BBQ grill, and patio. Must see, in great condition! Call Michael McCormick 4418285 Steven A McCormick Appraisals and Realty*

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Beautifully appointed 3 bed/3 bath home on 5 +/acres. Deck overlooking 1 1/2 acre stocked pond, inground pool and Koi pond with waterfall. Large greatroom, separate dining room. Jenn-Air cooktop in kitchen with large, separate eating area. Skylights with remote control blinds. Dentil molding, wood floors. 30 x 50 insulated 3 bay metal building with electricity. Many extras! $438,000 H- 4211 Call Latrelle for details @ 658-7777 ERA Adams-Pevey Realty 826-2550*

Beautifully appointed 3 bed/2bath home. Second floor overlooking great room and cathedral ceiling. Great room features a clerestory that illuminates the front rooms in the home. Upstairs has a bonus room and master retreat has loft/study that can be converted into additional bedroom. Above ground pool overlooking beautiful 2 acres. For more pictures view our video @ www.VideoHomeGuide.com/

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Magnificent 3 story executive brick home with 6 bedrooms, 4.5 baths within walking distance from the Grand Lake Lodge and Spa in Southbridge. Purchase now and customize your colors, flooring, counter tops and appliances. For your personal viewing call LaTrelle @ 658-7777. Offered at $1,100,000.00 H-4416 ERA Adams-Pevey Realty 826-2550

29 East 34th Street Spacious and charming 1 BR, 1 Bath, in the Thomas Square District. Separate dining area, hardwood floors, kitchen with stove and refrigerator. Gas heat and window air units. Shared backyard, a few short blocks to Forsyth Park. Pet-friendly apartment. $650/mo. 3 East 65th Street Large 2 BR, 1 BA apartment with a separate dining room, wall-to-wall carpet, central heat and air, total electric, alarm system and off street parking. $625/mo. Available May 15th. 722 East 49th Street Bright and spacious 2 BR, 1 BA upper half of duplex in Ardsley Park. Newly renovated with a formal dining, sun room, beautifully refinished hardwood floors, central heat and air, washer dryer connections and off street parking. Pet-friendly apartment. $875/mo. 14 West 40th Street In the heart of the Starland District. Beautifully renovated 2BR, 1BA, with formal DR, refinished heart pine flooring, ceiling fans, new bathroom & kitchen with ceramic tile floors, C/H/A, total electric and security system. Separate laundry room, private courtyard and front and rear balconies. Pet-friendly apart-

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17 East 33rd St. Large 3 bedroom/2 1/2 bath home with great room, heated sun room and large office/den. Master bedroom has 2 walk in closets and master bath has double sinks with cultured marble vanity and separate water closet. 3 stall barn has tack, feed and tool rooms utilizing approx. 1440 sq. feet. Pasture is approx 2 1/2 fenced acres and pond is approx 1/3 acre. Call LaTrelle @ 658-7777 for your personal viewing of this lovely property. Offered for only $324,900 H-4292 ERA Adams-Pevey Realty 826-2550*

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DOWNTOWN 308 East Duffy- 2 bedroom, 1 bath apartment in the Victorian section of downtown. Walking distance to SCAD, grocery store, and Forsythe Park. Pet friendly. $750.00

MIDTOWN 220 E. 53rd St.-3 bd, 1 ba home in Ardsley Park, screened in front porch with swing, fenced yard $1,200.00 Skidaway.-2bd, 1 ba garage apartment, washer/dryer hookup, separate living and dining room, convenient to bus stop $650.00

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ISLANDS 237 Andrews Rd- 1 bd eclectic home on Talahi Island, perfect for the artsy type $695.00 5 Sea Palm Cove- 3bd, 2 ba home in Palmetto Cove, great room with fireplace, breakfast area, formal dining room, small den or office, split bedroomplan, 2 car garage, fenced yard $1,300.00

234-4406 105 PORT ROYAL ISLAND WOOD SUBDIVISION 3 bedroom, 2 bath home. Living room, den with wood burning fireplace, eat-in kitchen, laundry room with washer/dryer, fenced backyard. Available May. $950/mo. 128 EAST 65TH STREET 3 bedroom, 2 bath home. Living room, dining room, kitchen with electric stove, den, sunroom, side by side washer/dryer, central heat and air. Available June. $1,400/mo. 321 ABERCORN #102 Spacious 1 bedroom, 1-1/2 bath unit in the Lafayette. Stacked washer/dryer, great kitchen. $1,400/mo. Includes water. 413 HALL STREET 3 story brick townhome. New construction. 3 bedrooms, 2-1/2 bath, large master suite, gourmet kitchen, heart pine flooring, off-street parking. $3,000/mo. 323 WEST JONES â€˘ UNIT 204 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo in gated community. Pool and workout space. $2,500/mo. 306 WEST PARK AVENUE Upper. 2 bedroom, 1 bath apartment, living room, hardwood floors, central heat and air. Available mid July. $900/mo. 783 EAST PARK AVENUE 2-story home, fully furnished, 3 bedrooms with bonus room, living room, dining room, kitchen, 1-12/ baths, offstreet parking, washer/dryer. $2500/mo. 316 WEST BROUGHTON LANE 1 bedroom, loft apartment, 2 full baths, living room, dining area, studio space, full kitchen, skylights, central heat and air. Available mid May. $1,600/mo. 311 EAST DUFFY STREET Lower. 2 bedroom, 1 bath apartment, off-street parking, living room, dining room, hardwood floors, washer/dryer. $800/mo. 210 WEST 31ST STREET 3 bedroom, 1 bath apartment. Living room, kitchen, hardwood floors. $575/mo. 301 EAST HENRY STREET APT. A 2 bedroom, 1 bath apartment with security system, living room, kitchen, offstreet parking. $850/mo. 3602 MONTGOMERY STREET Renovated 2 bedroom, 1 bath duplex, central heat and air, washer and dryer connections, all new appliances, carpet with off street parking. $750/mo. (SCAD Students $650/mo.) 306 A WEST 41ST STREET 2 bedroom with bonus room, 1 bath, furnished kitchen with dishwasher, window heat and air, includes water. $575/mo.

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whirlpool tub. Office, and sitting room. New paint, carpet, refinished hardwood floors, new tile, and recoated lifetime metal roof. Seller is a licensed real estate agent in the state of Georgia. $335,000. Call Shelly with RE/MAX at 604-8177 or 355-7711.* 611 East 49th Street Great Ardsley bungalow with 3 bedrooms, 1-1/2 baths downstairs, new updated kitchen complete with new cabinetry and appliances, large open rooms with beautiful hardwood floors, and upstairs bonus room with bath. Living room, dining room, and large kitchen. Great location, great lot, and lots of house for the money. $285,000. Call Shelly with RE/MAX at 604-8177 or 355-7711.*

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. 5 Hawkins Lane Reduced Landings lot! Views, views, views! Build your dream island getaway on gorgeous eastern marsh lot in exclusive Landings community, w/ .37 acres, mature live oaks & lovely views of Tybee and Wassau Islands . Least expensive marsh lot at the Landings! Now offered at $439,000. Katherine W. Oxnard, Keller Williams Realty Coastal Area Partners, (912) 7043545/356-5001. katherineoxnard@comcast.net www.kwsavannah.com *.

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STATESBORO 96 Cherry Street Seller Motivated! Price Reduced Under Appraisal-$199,500 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, office/nursery, laundry room, separate living room, den, dining room, sunroom, new hardwood floors, new privacy fence, new roof, new chp/air, inground pool w/deck, large storage shed, two-car carport w/workshop. Call for appointment, 912-764-6467 or 912-210-7196.

304 COLUMBUS DRIVE. Wake up and smell the Pine trees. Great neighborhood. Great home. 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath on a tree lined divided street, separate living/dining, galley kitchen with two pantries, enclosed rear porch, open front porch, 1 car garage and carpor t, fenced yard, mint condition. $224,500. Tom Colasanto 912-272-6557.

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845 Commercial Property For Sale 111 West Anderson St. Superb Commercial space available for Sale or Lease, Located near forsyth park. Aprox. 1500 Sq.Ft, w/ lots of parking.Front and rear access, high traffic area. Contact: 912-220-1020 107 Whitaker St. Commercial space - basement level. Brick walls and unfinished. 4764 sq.ft. in a great location corner of Whitaker and Broughton. Great investment opportunity. $595000. Call Rhondda @ Sun Coast Realty 507-9800* FOR SALE: 7-unit Retail/Office/Commercial Building. 11,800+ sqft. 8 parking spaces. High visibility. 20k+ cars a day. 1031 Exchange. Make into your own corporate offices or rent out 302 West Victory Drive. $1.2 million. Douglas, 912-6951781. Broker protected.

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319 E Huntingdon Lane Cute 2 story townhome totally furnished and all utilities included. 2 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, cable tv, washer/dryer, disposal, dishwasher, micro, sheets, towels and everything you need is there! $1400 month to month Rhondda 912 507-9800 Summer Rental beginning in June facing Troup Sq. This historic home has 3 stories, exquisite courtyard with 2 off street parking spaces, 2 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, all utilities included, beautiful furnishings! Just

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bring your clothes. $2500 per month, call 507-9800 103 Whitaker just off Broughton, furnished and all utilities including cable tv, month to month, very fashionable upscale condo. 2 bedrooms, custom kitchen, $1950 per month, Rhondda @ 912 507-9800 Charlton Street on Troup Sq. Availalbe for the months of June thru Sept. Will rent month to month, fully furnished with all the furnishings - 3 story home with 2 bedrooms, 2.5 baths and a beautiful courtyard, bricked, and covered parking for 2 cars!!! $2,500 per month. 912 5079800* 517 E Harris totally furnished, month to month, all utilitites included, cable tv, off street parking, sheets, towels, working fireplaces! 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, 2 half, enclosed porch. 1900 Per month. Historic District! Call Rhondda 912 5079800 14 Fairground Street Gated community near the airport - Godley Park. 3 bedroom/2.5 bath home with 2 car garage. Club house, exercise room and pool included. $1100 per month, available in June for a year. Rhondda 912 507-9800 210 West Broughton Street Totally furnished, very New York! Huge TV with cable, granite counter tops, custom kithcen, custom condo! 2 bedrooms/ washer/dryer, very spacious. Month to month $1935, call Rhondda 912 507-9800

2210 Atlantic 2BR/1BA, hardwood floors, new appliances & countertops, marble accents, new HVAC, plumbing and electrical. Large fenced yard. $900/month. Call Judge Realty 659-1067* 110 Arnold St. 3BR/1 BA Left side of duplex, off Broughton St., recently renovated, new appliances and countertops, off street partking, pets OK $650/mo. Call Dana at Judge Realty 659-1067.* 1505 Grove Street. Completely renovated charming 3br/2ba bungalow in easter n Victoriandistrict. Hardwood Floors, quiet street, close to Downtown. Move-in for $825/ month. Call Dana at 912-659-1067. Judge Realty.* 705 East Henry 2BR/1BA newly remodeled, hardwood floors, fresh paint, new appliances, off-street parking $750/month Call Judge Realty 659-1067* 543 East Taylor St Furnished 2BD/1.5 BA Short Term rental. $1200/mo. Call Judge Realty 659-1067*

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105 Whitaker 105 Whitaker is on the corner of Broughton Street, and a very up scale condo with all the furniture included. Secure lobby, elevator, A pull out sofa, huge TV screen, custom kitchen cabinets and bath, granite counter tops, brick walls. Huge livingroom, 2 oversized bedrooms. Very New York! 485,000 Rhondda 507-9800

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Senior Citizens Welcome! 2BD/ 1 BA, Newly renovated, one unit handicap accessible.$675/mo. Call Sonja Bannon at Judge Realty 912-236-1000. New home in Rincon 312 Centerwood Ct. 1400 + sq ft. 3 bedroom, 2 bath, with office, indoor laundry, split floor plan. All kitchen appliances, 2 car garage with remote. Covered porch both front & back. Backs to creek & wetlands. Close to schools and shopping. Available 4/29. $1200/month. 877-8868178 or 707-477-9384.

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320 East 50th Street Beautiful 1 bedroom. Wood floors, central heat/air, washer/dryer provided.$600/month. Call 912-232-3459. 510 WEST 40th STREET 2000 sqft. 3/1 in old Victorian. AC, washer/dryer hookup. Pets OK. $695/month. Call 404-550-8659

899 Roommate Wanted ROOMMATES WANTED for 3 bedroom, 2 bath home on Isle of Hope. Professional or student OK. $500/month + utilities. Call Chris 912-660-4847. LOOKING FOR 1 female roommate to share an upstairs 2 bedroom apartment with backyard, side porch, studio/work space, new appliances, shared bath, friendly cat, close to Forsyth and SCAD buildings. $425 + 1/2 utilities. call ASAP 912-247-2100.

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Jefferson Commons 913 East Henry Street Be the first to own one on of these six - tree-lined 2 bedroom, Grand Victorian home beautiful, 2East bathHenry condos in theIncludes heart ofover the Historic Street. 2900 square District. Conveniently located close to SCAD. feet, 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, a sunroom, courtFeatures 4 fireplaces, spiral stair case, granite yard, 2 zoned HVAC units, original hardwood counter tops and stainless steelmany appliances. floors, off-street parking and other wonGated, off streetPriced parking. $196,000 each derful features. at $280,000. Call John Roy Giles Alexander Hill at912.220.1667 912-844-4000 for moreGrikitis information. 912.220.1700.

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405 East Tattnall 314 58thStreet. Street Located in the heart of the Historic This Ardsley Park bungalow has just District recentlylooking been renodown Live Oak-lined Jones Victorian townvated with new bamboo and Street. limestone floors throughout. home features pocket doors, hardwood floors, Home has 3 bedrooms / 2 baths with limestonesunshower in room overlooking brick courtyard, walking master, all new appliances, updated within kitchen, pool with all distance of coffee shops, SCAD, restaurants and new pumps and filters, and much more. Must see to more! Priced at $465,000. Owner is a licensed believe! Priced to sell below appraised value. real Owner is estate agent Georgia. Grikitis 912-220licensed real in estate agentAlexander in GA. $248,000 Alexander 1700 / Catherine Harrison 912-856-5582. Grikitis 912-220-1700 / John Giles 912-220-1667.

Great Commercial Price Street 317 West WaldburgSpace–1711 Street Located on the highly corner of Price Gorgeous Victorian homevisible with many beautiful and 34th streets, this from hugeForsyth commercial upgrades. Just 3 blocks Park . spacesq.ft. has much Zoned T-C1; 1,926 Homepotential. features 4 bedrooms /2 4134 Italian sq ft ofmarble officeand space; 2300 sqnew ft ofextebaths, tile flooring, warehouse 8+Victorian parkingdetails spaces; 2 bathrior paint, 10’space; ceilings, throughrooms exterior; 2 garage out, androughed-in; much more. brick $350,000 Call Catherine spaces, and gated.atCall Alex Grikitis at 912Harrison for details 912-856-5582. 220-1700 or Nick Bentz at 843-368-0265 for more details.

Townhomes in Historic 216Riverview West Park Avenue Thunderbolt historic condominium community. State-of-the-art 3301, 3303, 3305, & 3307 East Victory Drive. Three units with 2 and 3 bedroom spacious floor2 bedroom / 2.5 bathlocated townhomes available to be plans. Conveniently near all downtown sold together for $1,535,000 or separately Savannah has to offer. Units include stainless applistarting at $390,000. www.coastalriverview.com ance package, plasma T.V., granite countertops, and Alexander Grikitis at 912-220-1700 / Lindasurveillance systems. Priced from $280,000 Bray at 912-507-8500 $300,000. Call Alexander Grikitis at 912-220-1700 or John Giles at 912-220-1667 for more details.

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Abercorn 29 817 Austin Drive Street Fabulous Bloomquist construction Great 3 bedroom / 2 bathroom house featurin Austin ing Christina SharfBluff Interior Design. Woods, off of White Road. The home is sitMagnificent uated on a largefeatures lot withinclude lots of Honduran trees, a privacypine,yard, whiteand cultured fenced a pool!marble, Locatedlarge on aterrace, private culcourtyard, and much, much more. Priced Have toat de-sac. Very close to malls & AASU. see to believe! $695,000 Call for details. $138,000. Call Paula Letcher at 912-657-2727 or Alexander 912-220-1700 / John Ellie Titus atGrikitis 912-313-4955 for more informaGiles 912-220-1667. tion.

Park Place Condominiums on Park Park Place on Park Avenue Avenue Two condos out of four left. One bedOnly twoone condos bedroom room/ bath left! unitsOne located in an /hisone bath units located a great Park historic toric building close toinForsyth , building closeshopping. to Forsyth Park, SCAD SCAD and Recently renovated and Recently renovated in in shopping. 2005. $174,000 each. Call for more 2005. $174,000 each.912-844-4000 Call for more details. Roy Hill details. Roy Hill 912-844-4000.

Lot311 #19Columbus OakwoodDrive Drive-Hardeeville, S.C. Located in the2 established of Charming Bedroom 1 community Bath Bungalow Oakwood in Hardeeville, S.C. this resiin Midtown. Oak hardwood floors, brand dential is over 2beechwood acres. 8 minutes new lot bathroom, kitchenfrom cabidowntown Savannah andfrom 15 minutes from netry. Just one block Habersham Bluffton, thisVillage future shops home-site is in the Shopping and Restaurants. perfect Each well-maintained 1132 location. sq. feet. $220,000. Call Catherine home is on over 2 acres to create an enviHarrison for more details. 912-856-5582. ronment that is both a community and a private get-away. Priced at $200,000. Call

2210 Bull Barnard Street 3311 Street Great renovated duplex in the Victorian Remarkable Ardsley duplex located on corDistrict. Manysq.ft. original feaner lot. 1678 witharchitectural 3 bedrooms/2 tures, hardwood floors, fireplace, courtbaths. Features include new HVAC and yards,heaters, and off-street parking. Anfenced excellent water hardwood floors, yard, investment opportunity with good rental off-street parking, and more. Includes lot income. Call Roy Hill at to 912-844-4000 for next to property. Seller pay 2% of closmore information. ing costs. $350,000 Alexander Grikitis 912-220-1700/John Giles 912-220-1667.

Bolton Row Row –– A A New New Condominium Condominium Community Community Bolton Seven fabulous fabulous new new construction construction 11 bedroom bedroom // 11 Seven bath condominiums. condominiums. 827-1,045 ft. Many fine bath 827-1,045sq sq.ft. Many appointments and and amenities including off-street fine appointments amenities, including offparking and community pool. Go see Please the constreet parking and community pool. go struction progress. Callprogress. for a marketing by to see construction Call forpackage marand details. Priced sell from $240,000 keting package and to details. Priced to sell- from $310,000.-Roy Hill 912-844-4000 / John Giles / $240,000 $310,000. Roy Hill 912-844-4000 912-220-1667. John Giles 912-220-1667

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