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Contents

Volume 6, No. 36, May 30, 2007

On the cover: Jonny Lang

Art Patrol 35

Hear & Now 11

Lead Story

TOTT 16

Culture

8-10 Recycling plus

34 Pop!

News & Opinion

35 Art Patrol

Environment updates

Scott’s take Exhibitions and openings

11 Editor’s Note 11 12 13 14

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After action report Hear and now Robin’s world Blotter From SPD reports News of the Weird Chuck Shepherd’s latest Earthweek The week on your planet Talk of the Town See what you did last week

Movies 36 Screenshots

All the flicks that fit

The 411 6 39 42 44

Vibes 18 Interview

Jonny Lang 21 Music Menu Gigs a la Carte 24 Connect Recommends Concerts of Note 26 Soundboard Who’s playing and where

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Week at a Glance Our best bets for cool stuff to do Happenings All the stuff, all the time Free Will Astrology Rob Breszny’s look at your stars Crossword Puzzle Mental Fun Sudoku Puzzle It’s all the rage

Classifieds 48 Classifieds

They call it “junk,” you call it “couch”

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Thursday, May 31

Savannah Sand Gnats -- games this week What: The Sand Gnats will play the Rome Braves, then begin a five-game series against the Charleston RiverDogs.

When: May 31 and June 1, 2, 4 and 5 at 7:05 p.m. and June 3 at 2:05 p.m. Where: Grayson Stadium on East Victory Drive. Cost: Box seats $9.50, reserved $7.50 and general admission $6. Info: Call 351-9150.

Savannah Community Theatre’s Radio GALS continues

What: Savannah’s newest theater will celebrate its opening with a down-home musical comedy set in the 1920s.

A group of women start their own radio station, and when a government agent comes to shut them down, romance ensues. When: May 31 and June 1 and 2 at 7:30 p.m. Where: Savannah Community Theatre, 2160 E. Victory Dr. Cost: $25 general admission, $20 seniors and $15 students, children and Sunday matinees.Info: www. savannahcommunitytheatre.com or 898-9021.

History Theatre’s Let My People Go continues

Week at a

Glance compiled by Linda Sickler

Freebie of the Week

Sunday, June 3 Open Studio Sunday

What: Local artists open their studios to the public. Musical performance by Silver Lining. When: June 3 from 1-5 p.m. Where: Art studios located at 2201-2207 Price St., 2202 Price St., 504 E. 38th St., 516 E. 38th St., 617 E. 38th St., 611 E. 40th St., 601 E. 40th St. and 220 E. 46th St. Info: www.savannahopenstudiosunday.com.

St. Paul Centennial Series

What: A performance by all the choirs that call St. Paul’s home -- the Parish Choir, Ensemble Con Spirito and the Savannah Children’ Choir. When: June 3 at 3 p.m.

Where: St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 34th and Abercorn streets. Cost: Free and open to the public.

Ziggy Marley and the Neville Brothers in Concert

Elements: The STUDIO’s Spring Showcase

What: Dancing includes Classical Variations, students’ contemporary showcase, and The Firebird. When: June 3 at 6:30 p.m. Where: Lucas Theatre. Cost: Tickets are $15-$18. Info: 525-5050.

What: A musical and history of slavery in Savannah, with the major theme of freedom through faith. This is the premier production of the new History Theatre. When: May 31 and June 1, 2 and 3 at 8 p.m. Where: The Ark Theatre, 703D Louisville Rd. Cost: $20. Group rates are available. Info: 877-EST-1733 or www.historytheatre.net.

Reel Savannah Presents The Page Turner

What: A talented girl’s dreams of being a professional pianist are crushed when a famous pianist on her school exam panel rejects her performance. Ten years later, she slithers her way into the concert pianist’s life and earns the position of page turner -- the perfect place to exact revenge. In French, with English subtitles. When: June 3 at 7 p.m. Where: Victory Square Theater. Cost: $7.

Info: www.reelsavannah.org.

Friday, June 1 Violin Recital

What: Local classical musician Ann Cafferty will give a violin recital. She will be accompanied

by Barbara Roth on piano, Pete Berquist on bass and Julian Mullin on violin. The program will include a suite from Gershwin’s Porgy and Bess, the Capitol Suite by Peter Warlock and the Bach Partita No. 3. A reception will follow. When: June 1 at 7 p.m. Where: Unitarian Universalist Church, 307 E. Harris St. Cost: Free.

First Friday for Folk Music

What: Performers will include Joni Bishop, an encore performance by Midlife Crisis and Savannah’s own Roll on Rodney. When: June 1 from 7:30-10:30 p.m. Where: Wesley Monumental United Methodist Church, 429 Abercorn St. Cost: $2 donation. Info: Hank Weisman at 786-6953.

Historic Savannah Theatre’s Return to the 50s

What: Relive the days when rock ‘n roll was born. When: June 1, 2, 6, 7, 8, 9, 13, 14, 15, 16, 20, 21, 22, 23, 27, 28, 29 and 30 and June 2, 3, 9, 10, 16, 17, 23, 24 and 30 at 3 p.m.

Where: 222 Bull St. Cost: Adults $33 and 17 and under $16. Info: Call 233-7764.

First Friday on the River

What: Celebrate with fireworks. When: June 1 at 9:30 p.m. Where: River Street. Cost: Free.

Saturday, June 2 First Saturday on the River

What: Arts and crafts, entertainment and fun for the entire family. When: June 2 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Where: River Street. Cost: Free.

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ing begins at 7:25 p.m. Where: The Pirate’s House, 20 E. Broad St. Cost: $42.75 includes the show and choice of three Southern dinners. Info: Call 898-9032.

What: This fund-raiser for Hope House will feature eight houses. Lunch will be catered by Sundae’s Cafe and there will be a raffle for art works. When: June 2 from 10 a.m.

Monday, June 4 Children of Eden

What: The Savannah College of Art and Design will present this concert. When: Friday, June 1. The Neville Brothers will perform at 7 p.m. and Ziggy Marley will take the stage at 8:30 p.m. Where: Forsyth Park. Cost: Free and open to the public. to 4 p.m. Where: St. Michael’s Catholic Church gym. Cost: Tickets are $25 in advance and $30 on the day of the tour.

Info: Call Gallery by the Sea at 786-7979 to charge tickets in advance. On the day of the tour, tickets also will be available at the St. Michael’s gym.

Savannah Rose Show

What: Local rose growers will be presenting their prize roses at thsi annual show. When: June 2. Judging starts at 10:30 a.m. Where: Oglethorpe Mall by Belk. Cost: Free and open to the public.

Summer Vacation Reading Program Kick-Off

What: Celebrate the kick-off of the Live Oak Public Libraries youth reading program.

Children who register will receive a goody bag. The day will feature reading-related activities, food and entertainment for the entire family.

When: June 2 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Where: Daffin Park.

Cost: Free. Info: 652-3600.

Savannah Murder Mystery Dinner Theater continues

What: A wacky whodunit, Who Wants To Kill A Millionaire?, will be presented by Savannah Community Theatre. When: June 2, 3 and 4 and every Saturday through Monday, except for June 9-16, at 7:30 p.m. Cocktails from 7-7:30 p.m., seat-

What: The 47-voice youth choir from the First United Methodist Church of Winter Park, Fla. will perform this musical that uses the family of Adam and Eve, as well as Noah’s family, to portray centuries of unresolved family issues. When: June 4 at 7 p.m. Where: White Bluff United Methodist Church, 11911 White Bluff Rd. Cost: Free and open to the public. Info: 925-5924.

Jonny Lang in Concert

What: The blues and rock artist is touring in support of his latest CD, Turn Around. When: June 4 at 7:30 p.m.

Where: Lucas Theatre. Cost: $36. Info: 525-5050.

The PBR Show continues

What: Writers, actors and creative artists of the Savannah community will share with participatory listeners.

When: May 28 and every Monday at 8 p.m. Where: Savannah Actor’s Theatre, 703D Louisville Rd. Cost: Admission $2 and peanut butter sandwiches available for $2 each. Info: 232-6080 or mail@savannahactorstheatre.org.

Tuesday, June 5

Kate Campbell in Concert What: This concert is sponsored by the Foundry Fellowship. When: June 5 at 8 p.m. Where: Trinity United Methodist Church, 225 W. President St. Cost: Free and open to the public.

Wednesday, June 6 Savannah Grays

What: The program will feature Jim Jordan, who will describe and discuss the mood and events in the South in the months between Lincoln’s election in 1860 and the firing on Fort Sumter in spring 1861. When: June 6 at 7 p.m. Where: Mulberry Inn, 601 E. Bay St. Cost: Free and open to the public. Info: Call Park at 897-7117. w

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| Lead Story text and photos by Linda Sickler

Recycling is us

Long-awaited city complex off Gwinnett Street is open for business

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t was a long time coming. Finally, the City of Savannah’s Sanitation Bureau’s Recycling Complex on the westside is a reality. Dozens of people turned out May 23 for the grand opening of the complex, which also serves as a education center.

Located at 14 Interchange Court off West Gwinnett Street, the complex has bins outside to hold recyclable materials brought in by residents. Inside the building are pamphlets and brochures about waste reduction, conservation of natural resources, landfills, recycling programs within the city and other topics.

“We have exhibits in the back that show the importance of recycling,” says administrative assistant Denise Fields. “We’ll get even more exhibits and set up more things over time.”

The facility also has a training room where videos can be presented. “We’re going to have schools come in and do educational programs,” Fields says.

Not only is the recycling complex a field trip destination, it’s open to anyone who wants a tour. Tours are available at no charge, with a maximum group size of 30.

The facility is open seven days a week to accept recyclable items in five “clean streams,” or categories. Not everything is recyclable, and the accepted items include: 1. Steel, including cans and containers, empty aerosol cans with the tops removed and steel products such as pipes, drums and other items.

2. Plastics, including bottles and jugs marked either No.1, such as soda, water and cooking oil bottles, or No. 2, such as detergent bottles or milk jugs with the tops removed. No plastic bags will be accepted.

3. Scrap metals, including bicycle parts, swing sets, metal shelving, wiring, fencing and various metal and alloy products and scrap material -- with all plastic parts removed.

4. White goods, which means appliances such as washers, dryers, refrigerators, stoves and so on. Don’t let the name fool you -- appliances of all colors will be accepted for re-

to handle residents’ needs. “This will help us determine if the program is expanded, or if the city goes to curbside pickup,” Cutter says.

Residents have been asking for a city recycling complex for years. “The center is open because the City of Savannah realizes that recycling is important and wanted to provide recyTop to bottom: Denise Fields, cling service,” Cutter says. administrative assistant; the front of the “We’re hoping to inbuilding off West Gwinnett; and the new crease participation and recycling bins eventually get to the point where it becomes a breakeven program, where the recycling program pays for itself.”

Cutter was somewhat surprised at the large turnout at the grand opening, but pleased to see so much interest.

“We’ve always had drop-off sites for recycling,” Cutter says. “But this complex is needed.

cycling.

5. Aluminum, such as soda and beer cans.

All recyclables should be emptied of liquids or food and rinsed or cleaned before depositing them. The complex has nine containers, including five compartmental con-

The educational component is critical.”

The complex is unique in that it accepts more items than most, says John Denion, Director of Residential Refuse Collection.

“We accept more plastic, steel and metal,” he says.

The city works with contractors who come in and take the recyclables away.

“They reprocess it,” Denion says.

“The city council decided to put up the money to put a recycling center together for residents’ convenience,” he says. “They made the decision late last year, but it took a while to get the materials and get it together.

“Hopefully, more people will come and use the education center,” Denion says. “The topics include area water conservation issues, which is certainly important right now.” w The city recycling complex is on Interchange Court off West Gwinnett Street. Hours are M-F from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Call 651-1967.

To comment, e-mail us at letters@connectsavannah.com

Coastal Pet Rescue turns cartridges into cash

tainers and four open-top 40-yard roll-off containers, all of which are clearly marked.

There is no fee charged for any deposits. “People can actually dump their items themselves in the bins,” Fields says, Hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. There also are additional drop-off sites located throughout the city. Anyone with questions can call 651-1967.

Use of the facility is not limited to residents of Savannah or Chatham County. “Anyone can use it,” says Sanitation Director Stephanie Cutter.

“We have everyone who brings items fill out a site visit sheet because we want to try to track the usage and see who actually recycles,” she says. “The complex is open to city and county residents or visitors to the city.”

Tracking of recycling is done to ensure that the program is adequate

Used ink and toner cartridges don’t have to end up taking space in a landfill.

Rather, they can be recycled and the money raised through recycling can be used to help homeless pets. Lisa Scarbrough, president and founder of Coastal Pet Rescue, has started a fund-raising drive to collected used cartridges.

Coastal Pet Rescue is a non-profit organization run by volunteers who are dedicated to saving the lives of homeless, abused and neglected animals in the coastal areas of Georgia, South Carolina and Florida. It was founded in February 2003.

“We are asking businesses to set up their own (collection) box,” Scarbrough says. “When it’s full, they can call us and we’ll pick it up.”

The cartridges are checked to make sure they will be accepted as recyclable. “We send them to the company and they send us a check for recycling,” Scarbrough says.

“The prices range from $3 to $5 per cartridge for different inkjet and toner cartridges,” she says. “It looks like we’re going to do pretty well with this.”

WTOC started the campaign by giving Coastal Pet Rescue six boxes of cartridges. Although the fund-raiser is targeted at businesses, individuals also can donate cartridges.

“We may set up drop boxes,” Scarbrough says. “We will continue to do this -- it’s not going to be a one-time thing.”

The money will be used to feed and care for the animals that are rescued. “I had no idea just how much we could raise with one full box of used ink jet cartridges,” Scarbrough says. “This fund-raiser will help us with regular vet care needed for our rescued pets.”

Coastal Pet Rescue also has another fund-raiser planned. As of June 1, the I Sold It on eBay store at 7400 Abercorn St. will begin accepting items on behalf of Coastal Pet Rescue.

“We are hopeful this ongoing fund-raiser will be a high revenue generator for us this summer,” Scarbrough says. “We have to cut back on our outdoor events due to the heat, so this will enable us the opportunity to still raise money without requiring our physical presence.”

Donors who want to participate can take any item valued over $40 to the I Sold It on eBay store. The item will be listed on eBay and the proceeds will go directly to Coastal Pet Rescue.

For information about either fund-raiser, contact Coastal Pet Rescue at 351-4151 or www.coastalpetrescue.org, or I Sold It on eBay at 353-7653 or www.isolditsavannah.com.

Funds are needed because Coastal Pet Rescue has taken in far more animals than usual, in part because of military deployments. “We’re broke right now,” Scarbrough says. “Our intake so far is more than all we did in 2006. We weren’t expecting those extra costs.

“We have three major fund-raisers each year,” Scarbrough says. “The next won’t be until September.

We need to get money in our account now.

“These fund-raisers make it easy for people to get involved and easy for us to coordinate. The eBay fund-raiser is completely hands-off.” w

| Lead Story by Summer Teal Simpson

News & Opinion

The worth of water when the well is dry Meetings give you a chance to speak up to ensure clean water for the coast

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or decades water management and planning has been a key and precursory consideration of development for many regions of the nation and world. Georgians have not been so bothered. Water, abundant in the humid southeast, has been a relative afterthought to economic growth and development.

Our collective mentality has embraced green lawns, golf courses, and swimming pools as a societal norm. Unlike in the arid west, water issues in Georgia have been little more than a horsewhisper on the political radar. Until recently.

If the decades-old Tri-State Water Wars with neighbors Florida and Alabama weren’t enough to dampen our water-consumptive spirits, now we have to fight amongst ourselves. Case in point: we find ourselves in the midst of a stage two drought, burdened with restrictions on outdoor water use. If your neighbor’s lawn is flourishing it’s a fair bet that they’re breaking the rules.

Not to mention the drought-spawned wildfires affecting southeast Georgia and all of north Florida that is displacing residents in a handful of counties and shadowing still others in noxious haze.

“As Georgia endures another drought, there is no better time for coastal Georgians to speak up about the way our water resources are being managed,” says Patricia McIntosh, Coastal Director of the Georgia Conservancy.

Yes, the present would be a strategic time to address water management concerns in coastal Georgia and beyond. Fitting that the final rounds of public input for the Statewide Water Management Plan are coming to the coast this week. Yet despite the plan’s mileage and nearness to completion, its final phase has already generated much skepticism.

During the 2004 Session, the Georgia Legislature passed a law requiring the Environmental Protection Division (EPD) to collaborate with the Water Council in the creation of a Statewide Water Management Plan. Devised largely in response to the TriState Water Wars, the purpose of the plan was to ensure that the state’s finite water resources would be appropriately managed for all Georgians, even as population growth continued.

The law also required widespread public input into the plan. “A water plan can’t be a one-size-fits-all effort,” points out April Ingle, Director of the Georgia River Network, “since the needs of citizens and farmers in the Flint River Basin are very different from those of residents and businesses in the Chattahoochee or Savannah River Basins.”

Under the leadership of EPD, more than 200 citizens sitting on seven Basin Advisory Committees and the Statewide Advisory Committee have provided input on how best

to manage Georgia’s water resources. EPD has reviewed and incorporated their recommendations in the draft plan that will be provided to the Water Council at their June 28 meeting. The final water plan, as submitted by the Water Council, will be up for legislative approval in 2008.

Last summer, EPD scheduled the first round of Town Hall meetings. This month, Town Hall meetings have been scheduled and held in eleven locations across the state, including those in Savannah, Statesboro, and Waycross this weekend.

“It is really important that people come to the meeting and let the state know that they want enough clean water in our rivers and aquifers for drinking, swimming, fishing, farming, and industry,” said Chandra Brown, Ogeechee-Canoochee Riverkeeper and Georgia Water Coalition Town Hall meeting leader for Statesboro. “Without a strong turnout of people here, we run the risk that our water resources will be diverted from their natural paths for uses elsewhere in the state.”

The Town Hall meetings in Savannah and Statesboro on June 2nd will mark the third round of Town Hall meetings, and the last chance for coastal Georgians to make their voices heard and comment on elements they consider important to a Statewide Water Management Plan.

Among those in attendance will be various members of the Georgia Water Coalition (GWC), many of who have been monitoring the water management planning process since the start. “The Georgia Water Coalition has been and continues to be an active and vocal participant in the water planning process,” says Sarah Barmeyer, Savannah resident and GWC Coordinator for the Georgia Wildlife Federation.

GWC was organized in response to the legislative push towards a water plan.

Individuals representing some of their 146 member organizations serve on the various advisory committees that provide feedback on proposed policies to EPD. In efforts to broaden the scope of participation to even more Georgians through grassroots outreach, the Coalition has hosted meetings around the state and prepared policy analyses and fact sheets to keep our partners informed about proposals in the statewide

water plan.

“Our partners understand what’s at stake here and recognize that their involvement is essential to having a sustainable water plan that sustains public health, supports economic prosperity, and ensures a quality environment,” says Barmeyer.

A major red flag for Water Coalition members, and countless others around the state, has

been the limited financial support for the planning process. To starkly compare allocations, the Atlanta Metro District spent $8 million in recent years to develop and implement three plans to help manage water quantity and quality in the 16-county region; the state only allocated $800,000 to EPD to plan for water management for all of Georgia.

“We’ve covered a lot of ground over the past two years in thinking about the future of water management in Georgia,” says Barmeyer, “but right now, there is no funding allocated for this process to continue.

We need a commitment from the Water Council and our legislators to fully fund this water management plan.”

In addition to anticipated funding concerns, pertinent topics for comment at the upcoming meetings include interbasin transfers (IBTs), desalination, aquifer storage and recovery (ASR), and water quality, including that of the Savannah Harbor. EPD will also look at discussions on how to administer future water planning, such as substate planning and planning based on basin rather than political boundaries.

Like Chandra Brown in Statesboro, GWC has amassed an impressive collection of environmental leaders who will act as GWC Town Hall leaders at the upcoming

meetings. These leaders hope to turn out citizens, Coalition members or otherwise, to engage in the conversation and adjust the trajectory of the planning process to include a coastal vision.

McIntosh, the GWC Town Hall meeting leader in Savannah, cautions that there is much at stake for coastal Georgians in this water management planning process. “Not only will it address how our local water supplies are managed and protected,” she says, “but the statewide plan also will determine what happens upstream-which we all know dictates the quantity and quality of water we have on the coast.”

Unlike the economic forces that dictate much of our decision-making, in nature demand does not dictate supply. And as water levels recede and supply is threatened, it is the Atlanta region that speaks loudest – and has demanded more – than the rest of the state combined. Not just as a matter of fairness, areas besides Atlanta will need to do responsible planning, especially to protect the interests of those downstream.

As elected and appointed officials in Georgia try to devise a workable Statewide Water Management Plan, it is vital that coastal Georgians participate in the decision-making process that will shape the growth prospects, natural systems, and quality of life here on the coast.

“It’s important that our state leaders, especially our legislators, see that coastal residents support the planning process-including the substantial funding that will be necessary to translate the statewide plan to good planning at the local level,” says McIntosh. “Moreover, we need to underscore that meeting coastal Georgia’s needs represents an indispensable foundation for a solid statewide plan.” w

Meeting times and locations:

Saturday, June 2 – Savannah 10 a.m. to Noon Armstrong Atlantic State University Armstrong Center (Old Publix Shopping Center) 13040 Abercorn Street Saturday, June 2 – Statesboro 3-5 p.m.

Georgia Southern University Nessmith – Lane Building Assembly Hall/Auditorium Plant Drive Statesboro, GA

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he Savannah River needs a little pick up.

Volunteers will gather at Houlihan Park along Georgia Highway 25 in Port Wentworth, next to the historic Houlihan bridge, on Saturday, June 2 from 9 a.m. to noon to clean the banks of the river. Supplies will be provided, including refreshments.

Hundreds of cleanups will take place June 2-10 across the country as part of National River Cleanup Week 2007.

Locally, the cleanup is being sponsored by the Savannah Riverkeeper and Marine Rescue Squadron 5A. “A healthy community starts with a healthy river,” says Frank Carl, executive director of the Savannah Riverkeeper.

“The Savannah River is so important to our community that we’ve got to take every opportunity we can to protect it, for us and for future generations,” agrees Joe Hinely, a member of Marine Rescue Squadron 5A in Port Wentworth.

Volunteers can just show up on June 9 as no registration is required. Call 226-5471.

Such cleanups do more than just remove trash from the river. “They are very helpful in educating the public,” Carl says. “Litter is an eyesore, and cleaning it up helps the public really define the problems.”

One group of citizens lobbied the U.S. Corps of Engineers to keep lake levels up during the drought. “When they learned what that water is used for in different places, they changed their minds,” Carl says.

“You might not think the water level at Lake Hartwell would affect the shellfish industry on the coast, but it does.”

Everyone has got to sacrifice during a drought, Carl says.

“The last drought forced us to look at water resources. There are just some things that it isn’t necessary to use water for.”

That includes lawns. “You’ve got to look at it and prioritize,” Carl says. “The first thing you can do is cut back on lawn care.”

Carl believes brown lawns are fine when there is a drought. For those people who think they must water their lawn, once a week should be plenty, he says.

The wildfires in South Georgia have not affected the Savannah River so far. “The river isn’t close enough to them to have an affect,” Carl says.

Heat from the wildfires decreases oxygen supply in the rivers. That has a negative im-

pact on aquatic animals and plants.

“The critters like deer, alligators and racoons are being pushed into surrounding areas of land,” Carl says. “Even when the fire stops, the food supply will not be well established and there’ll be a shortage.”

However, the food supply will return.

“It will come back even better after the fire,” Carl says. “The effects of a wildfire aren’t entirely negative at all.”

In fact, some good could possibly come from the wildfires, Carl says. “There is a possibility of offsetting some of the burning with a decrease of organic load in the water over the next two years,” he says.

“This may alleviate the PH problem we’ve got in South Georgia rivers,” Carl says. “They have a lower PH because of the swamps and slow-moving rivers and the organic material that gets into the streams.”

For now, firefighters are trying to contain the fires and protect human-made structures and letting everything else burn. “It helps clear the land and decreases the amount of peat,” Carl says. “This is healthy for the swamps because it saves open water,. Floyd’s Island and Billy’s Island were formed this way. They’re floating islands.”

More education might be needed to teach people how to prevent wildfires. “The Indians used fire to suppress the undergrowth of the forest,” Carl says. “They didn’t have wildfires because they kept the undergrowth in check.”

As an environmentalist, Carl is most frustrated by unchecked development.

“Probably the most frustrating part of my job is the push and pull between people who want to make money, sometimes at any cost to our natural resources,” he says. w

Volunteers will gather at Houlihan Park along Georgia Highway 25 in Port Wentworth, next to the historic Houlihan bridge, on Saturday, June 2 from 9 a.m. to noon to clean the banks of the river. Call 226-5471.

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| Editor’s Note by Jim Morekis

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hey say no good deed goes unpunished, and certainly that’s always been true in the case of our annual Best of Savannah issue.

It can get pretty hairy running a completely aboveboard reader’s poll, one where the top vote-getter always wins. It can get hairy because you’ve got to go wherever the votes send you.

No matter who doesn’t like it.

A savvy player in a market -- whether literally as a businessperson or figuratively in the marketplace of ideas -- might see a disappointing result in a reader’s poll as a sign that their marketing and/or outreach efforts need to be stepped up. A less-than-savvy player might instead shoot the messenger, blaming the newspaper that sponsored the reader’s poll for their loss.

Overall, this year there was the usual ratio of savvy to not-savvy, no more and no less than any other year. As always, the unsavvy accuse us of rigging the results.

(Interesting how none of the winners ever accuses us of that, eh?)

Actually, the real issue is that the results are not rigged. Believe me, if we did rig the poll our lives here would be much easier, because we could then make any potential controversy disappear by fudging the results.

(Do you think my employer likes to see that savannahnow.com has won Best Local Website several years in a row?)

Another example: There’s currently much gnashing of virtual teeth in the local blogosphere because our readers gave yours truly the most votes for Best Local Blogger. I compounded this sin by having the audacity to list myself as such.

Among the usual accusations of votetampering, there are suggestions that anyone affiliated with Connect should be ineligible for any award (Jane Fishman also won, as Best Local Columnist). But wouldn’t that itself be a form of vote-rigging, i.e., falsifying the result to get a certain outcome?

Is protecting people’s feelings more important than giving the top spot to the top vote-getter without exception? And most importantly from an editor’s point of view: Where does all that end once it starts?

Maybe the magic bullet solution is to rename the category “Best Local Columnist (or Blogger) Who Doesn’t Write for Connect.” Sounds like a plan.

The jury is also out on the whole “Editor’s Pick” thing we started this year.

Compliments and complaints are running about fifty percent each, not the ideal ratio.

One group, which tends to comprise people more familiar with similar publications in larger cities, sees it as a good thing that Savannah has a newspaper willing to risk pissing somebody off every now and then. The other group thought we should have left well enough alone and just listed

the runners-up for each category, something we’d done for years until this past issue.

I’ve heard mixed comments in the past about listing runners-up. Some people are honored to see their names in second place, while some see it as an embarrassment.

So it seems there are only three ways to go with this: 1) List just the winners and only the winners; 2) list the winners, the runners-up and the Editor’s Picks; or 3) go back to the status quo, i.e., winners plus runners-up, ba-da-bing, ba-da-boom.

We’ve got a year to make up our minds, so I eagerly await your comments and suggestions at jim@connectsavannah.com/.

Two important clarifications from last week’s Best of Savannah issue: Our columnist Tom Parrish took note of the Editor’s Pick of the man who goes by the nickname “Cornbread” as Best CAT Driver.

Parrish, himself a CAT operator, tells us that Cornbread’s real name is Calvin Lawrence, “and he’s as good as we’ve got.”

Parrish writes: “Despite his 30-plus years experience on the job, each day is like the first for him. Nothing bothers ‘Bread’ and nobody has a bad day on his bus.”

Also, a caller from Candler Hospital tells us that despite how the readers voted, St. Joseph’s Hospital cannot actually be The Best Place to Give Birth -- because “it’s been years since St. Joe’s has delivered any babies on purpose,” the caller laughs.

Apparently Candler is the only part of the St. Joseph’s/Candler health care system that does the birthin’ o’ the babies. So noted.

In other notes, Jane Fishman has decided to take the summer off from her column to pursue some other projects. While there can be no replacing Jane, we will be featuring some different voices in her usual spot.

Unlike most media outlets, for us environmental coverage is not episodic, but ongoing. Every day is Earth Day here at Connect Savannah, so this week I’m happy to bring you another environmental lead story package featuring the combined efforts of Linda Sickler and Summer Teal Simpson.

Though I’m very happy for her personally, professionally I’m horrified to report that our shooter Jessica Ozment has graduated from SCAD with her master’s degree and will no longer be taking photos for us.

Jessica is one of that rare breed of capable, competent self-starters. Not only does she come in on deadline with a disc of great shots, she always has a printout of all the names -- spelled correctly! -- of every person in her photos. Sounds simple, I know, but that kind of attention to detail is not a given, and is most appreciated.

Thanks again, Jessica, and you’ve always got a place to publish your photos here. w

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| Hear & Now by Robin Wright Gunn

Green is the new black

If forty is the new thirty, then why can’t Tuesday night be the new Saturday night? Last Tuesday evening offered samples of Savannah’s tastiest new treats of the architectural, social, culinary and cocktail varieties.

Just past five o’clock, eighty people piled onto Tommy Linstroth’s Trolley Tour, aka the U.S. Green Building Council’s second annual tour of new sustainable building projects. This year’s tour visited Tim Wood’s “Green Machine” house in Ardsley Park and the Frogtown Lofts under construction near Savannah Station.

Travelers included SCAD students, architects, engineers, a construction project manager, a carpenter/contractor, an HVAC contractor, at least two historic preservationists, and a client--a woman who lives in a LEED certified condominium in the Starland District. One MPC planner and one Tybee Island council member made the trip; hopefully more government officials were traveling incognito.

The conversations and project critiques between trolley stops were as interesting as the projects themselves. Connie Pinkerton, a Historic Preservation professor at SCAD, scoffs at the notion that preservation buffs might not see the benefits of green buildings. “Of course we’re interested in sustainability. We kind of invented it.”

Despite a busy first-night crowd, Lulu’s staff provided seamless service, all looking smashing in custom-made retro aprons created by server Lauren Tracy. For their first official night, Freeman’s wardrobe choice was a Kelly green fitted dress circa 1950’s, and Finn opted for a sleek orange and gold pattern. Says Finn, “We joked that we opened this place just so we could wear vintage dresses.”

The graduates

When the child of a friend graduates from high school, it’s often a vicarious, obligatory event.“Gee, you must be so proud of little Tiffany. My, my, she’s so grown up now.”

The role of Supportive Adult Acquaintance is easy. Receive graduation announcement. Send engraved trinket or Itunes gift card. When invited, attend the ceremony. Smile warmly, nod, and hold applause until all names are called. It’s pleasant and a little detached.

But there’s nothing vicarious about Graduation 2007. This year, it’s personal.

Remember these names. Megan Kastina.

Chloe, Caroline, Kirchin and Kaki. Walker, Lydia, Sarah, and Billy. Becca and Claire.

Kimberly, Kristina, and Meghan.

Fourteen assorted teenagers, all graduating this week. Fourteen smart, funny, thoughtful, compassionate people. Some are a little bossy. Others are a bit irreverent, and most will point out a naked emperor when they see one. More than one has an occasional troublemaking streak.

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The fondest farewell is the one that sends Gathering with friends at Lulu’s offers a person off to be her best self. So, “Farewell the best chance to taste more than one menu and God Speed,” to this Fab Fourteen. The item without risking sugar overload. The future rests in all of your hands, and I’m double chocolate tart with kiwi and blueberfeeling really good about that. w ries and the chocolate macadamia torte are flawless. The strawberry suspension chocE-mail Robin at rgunnsav@bellsouth.net olate cake with marscapone is a religious experience. From the cocktail menu, one guest literally glowed after her Godiva chocolate and orange martini.

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During a building check on Randolph Street, an officer approached the rear of the building and saw a man lying on a mattress and covered with a blanket in a wooden shed. The officer announced his presence and order the man to show his hands. The officer called on his radio for a backup unit.

The man told him, “I gotta piss and you’re taking me to jail, anyway,” then stood and took out his penis and began to urinate on himself and the floor of the shed. The backup officer arrived and covered the officer as he put the suspect in handcuffs.

The man appeared to be highly intoxicated and was verbally abusive to the officers. He was taken to the Chatham County Detention Center without further incident.

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• A verbal dispute turned physical at a Mimosa Place residence. An officer who was dispatched to the residence spoke with a man, who told him he and his girlfriend had a verbal dispute earlier in the day over his leaving. The man said that police were called because of the argument, and after they left, the couple had an “intimate moment.”

When the woman found out afterward that the man was still planning to leave and go home to Camden County, she became angry and starting hitting his game system with her telephone. The man pushed her away and held her down.

While he was holding her down, the woman scratched him repeatedly and at some point, the man hit her. The woman then got up and grabbed a pair of scissors and began cutting up the man’s clothing.

When the man attempted to stop her, she held up the scissors in a threatening manner and told him she would hurt him.

Shortly after, she left the residence and was not on the scene when the police arrived.

The officer observed multiple scratches on the man’s chest and smaller ones on his arms.

• While on routine patrol, an officer saw a man coming out of the back of a building located at the intersection of 40th and Jefferson streets, in an area known for drugs and prostitution.

As soon as the man saw the officer, he attempted to walk away. The officer started to interview him, but he refused to answer any questions. Suddenly, the man started to run. The officer was able to grab him by his jacket and, using the man’s own momentum, the officer “helped” him to the ground.

While handcuffed, the man still refused to provide information. The officer then searched the man and found his ID in his

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A second officer was called to the scene and EMS was called to the precinct to check the man out. He was charged with loitering and obstruction. A use of force form was filled out and the man was transported to the Chatham County Detention Center.

• A woman called police after she was punched in the face with an unknown metal object by the father of her child.

An officer spoke to the woman while she was being treated by EMS. She said the object she was struck with was silver in color, but that she didn’t know what it was.

She said the man then fled in his car.

She said they had been arguing over money on a sidewalk on Park Avenue before he attacked her.

The woman was transported to the hospital. Other officers and a detective were notified about the attack, and a lookout was posted for the suspect and his car. The officer observed considerable swelling on the left side of the woman’s face and eye, and blood coming from her nose and lips.

The medics told the officer that the woman’s jaw was broken, as well.

• A man was picking up food at a takeout restaurant at Waters Avenue and 40th Street when another man approached him to request a ride to Bee Road.

The victim agreed to take the man even though he didn’t know him because he had seen him in passing several times. After he got his food, he and the suspect walked to his car.

Two more men approached the car and the suspect told the man they were his brothers and also needed a ride. The man agreed to take all three.

While heading eastbound on 41st Street, the suspect told the man to stop.

The victim tried to turn around, at which time he saw that all three of the men had drawn guns. They robbed the man and then left the car, at which point he called police. w

All cases from recent Savannah/Chatham Police Department incident reports.

Give anonymous crime tips to Crimestoppers at 234-2020.

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| News of the Weird by Chuck Shepherd

Dialing for Darfur

Atrocities, starvation and disease continue in the Darfur region of Sudan as humanitarians try out inventive strategies to get the world’s attention. Nashville, Tenn., clothing designer Deborah Denson, for example, sells purple “Panties for Peace,” earmarking half the proceeds for Darfur relief.

New York Times columnist Nicholas Kristof, who has written tirelessly since 2004 on the subhuman brutality in Darfur, lamented in a May column that Americans still seem less concerned about the rapes and murders of thousands of children there than, for example, about the 2005 plight of the “Pale Male” hawk evicted from a ledge on a luxury highrise in New York City, and pointedly suggested that Darfur’s victims adopt a puppy as their symbol. Citing research collected by the University of Oregon’s Paul Slovic, Kristof imagined a picture of a lovable, tortured, Darfur dog as having a better chance of bringing donations and a demand to stop the killing.

Recurring Themes

NOTE: As evidence that weird news keeps repeating itself, this week’s collection consists of recent instances of people doing the same old things that we’ve seen before in News of the Weird.

Fake police officers have graced News of the Weird (most recently in 2006) for pulling motorists over for officious scoldings on traffic safety, but a March 20 stop in Boca Raton, Fla., by an imitation, off-duty sheriff ’s deputy was special. He was riding with his girlfriend when he decided to stop a discourteous motorist, and when a real cop later showed up, the “deputy” was revealed to be not a cop and also not a “he.” Rachel Otto, 21, wore her hair short on top and shaved on the sides, and her outing as a woman apparently shocked the girlfriend, who had been living with Otto for a week. Police said Otto’s rap sheet included nine arrests for impersonating police offi-

cers.

Wrongly convicted defendants are freed from prisons regularly now, some after many years’ incarceration, and lawsuits against the legal system that put them there are proliferating. Three men in Birmingham, England, who were recently freed after, respectively, 18, 18 and 11 years in prison for murders, were (in separate trials) awarded a total of 2.16 million British pounds (about $4.2 million), but the Court of Appeal ruled in March that they will have to give 25 percent back to the government as compensation for their “room and board,” i.e., tiny cells and prison food, during all those years.

News of the Weird has informed readers several times of the claims by Transcendental Meditation practitioners that crime and war could be stopped cold by the channeling of huge amounts of human psychic energy into productive thought.

(The movie director David Lynch led such a project in 2005.) In April 2007, Needham, Mass., psychiatrist Eric Leskowitz told reporters that he and his cousin are making a documentary film, borrowing the TM principle to measure the impact of Fenway Park Snakes fans’ creating unified fields of Atop brain waves to carry the Boston Red Sox to victory. a train Men accusing women of “stealing” their sperm appeared in a pair of 2005 stories, including that of a Chicago doctor who impregnated herself with her doctor-boyfriend’s sperm (from oral sex). (He sued her for theft, but an appeals court called the sperm a “gift.”) In a less spectacular lawsuit filed in March 2007 in New York City, Quoc Pham charged that girlfriend Neli Petkova had exploited him to father a baby, and that as soon as she was pregnant, she discarded him, publicly terming him sexually inadequate and allegedly announcing that she had met another man, who “could make her cervix orgasmic just by thinking.” Pham wants $1 million

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Jewelry store thieves sometimes swallow their stash at the scene to facilitate their getaway, but police now routinely wait out such suspects, monitoring the toilets until the “evidence” passes naturally (most recently reported in News of the Weird in 2001).

Police in Canton, Ohio, arrested four men in March 2007, reasonably certain that one of them had swallowed a 2-carat ring worth about $30,000. After sifting through the toilets, police recovered the ring the next day, with the store’s price tag still on it.

Japan’s suicide rate is high, with death leaps among the most popular methods.

In April in Tokyo, an 18-year-old woman jumped to her death from a nine-story building, but she landed on a 60-year-old man walking by. He suffered only bruises, as did a 27-year-old pedestrian in May 2000 when a 39-year-old suicider landed on him in Tokyo. (However, in March 2000, in Taichung, Taiwan, both the suicidal jumper and the unlucky pedestrian were killed).

-- It was only three months ago that News of the Weird reported that a man vandalizing a church cemetery in Lilburn, Ga., by knocking over gravestones had one fall on him, crushing his leg and causing him to wail for two hours in the middle of the night before he was rescued. On May 6, at Calumet Park Cemetery in Merrillville, Ind., Michael Schreiber, 22, couldn’t wail because he was unconscious, with two broken legs, the victim of a half-ton gravestone that fell on him after he had knocked 14 over.

When an evangelical parishioner comes to the altar to receive “the spirit of the Lord” and falls backward, church-supplied “catchers” ease them to the floor, usually. Judith Dadd’s lawsuit against Mount Hope Church went to trial near Lansing, Mich., at press time, as she sought compensation for head trauma and lacerations after no one was there to break her fall. (In a 1995 incident at a tent revival in Lafayette Parish, La., News of the Weird reported that the first overcome parishioner was caught, but a second, who was apparently overcome too quickly,

landed hard on the first woman and broke three of her ribs.)

Medical literature reports, from time to time, patients with spiders nesting in their ears, and in May in Albany, Ore., Dr. David Irvine said that he chased a spider the size of a pencil eraser from the ear of 9-year-old Jesse Courtney (and then recovered a dead spider from his other ear.) Jesse thought the whole thing was cool and showed off the spiders in school. In a 1993 News of the Weird story, a British machinist with bad earaches was found to have a pregnant spider living in his ear, but he told a reporter afterward that he had grown fond of the spider and intended to keep her as a pet.

Amazingly, criminals on the lam for serious crimes still can’t stop calling attention to themselves for the silliest of reasons (such as minor traffic infractions like having expired tags or a broken tail light). In San Diego in March, Larenzo Dixon, 22, was arrested at a downtown transit station during a police crackdown on jaywalkers. A routine check of the illegal street-crosser turned up a murder warrant on Dixon from Louisiana.

In January, a judge in Benton County, Ore., acquitted a 46-year-old man of sexually abusing his 10-year-old stepdaughter after he told the judge that he suffers from “parasomnia” and sometimes commits acts that appear volitional but during which he is actually sound asleep. Men in Canada and Great Britain in 2005 were also acquitted of sexual assault after courts heard medical testimony about what is now called “sexsomnia.”

Nigerian Internet scams were thought for years to be so transparently fraudulent that they would work only on the very gullible, who would send thousands of dollars overseas in the naive expectation of receiving millions in return. However, it was also too good to pass up for a professional money manager, the longtime treasurer of Alcona County, Mich., Thomas Katona, who admitted in court in January 2007 that he had lost $1.25 million of taxpayer money, plus his own life’s savings, in a Nigerian scam. w

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Gorillas ‘Held Hostage’

Rebels threatened to kill all of the mountain gorillas in Congo’s Virunga National Park if government forces retaliate for a rebel attack on a ranger station that killed three staff members. WildlifeDirect said that during the raids, 13 other wildlife workers were taken hostage by the militia fighters, but they were subsequently released. Despite the threat to the critically endangered primates, the Democratic Republic of the Congo government said it had dispatched two of its elite ranger units to chase down the Mai Mai rebel group.

Conservation groups have accused the Mai Mai of also slaughtering hundreds of hippos with automatic rifles along the shores of Lake Edward late last year. Park officials said they believe the latest attack may have been motivated by a long-standing conflict between conservationists and people who live illegally inside the boundaries of the Virunga reserve.

Trans-Oceanic Waves

Massive waves crashed onto the coast of western Indonesia and some beaches of southern Thailand, swamping homes as well as destroying buildings and fishing boats. Television footage from Indonesia’s Metro TV showed panicked residents leaving their inundated homes in West Java. The waves appear to be associated with a surge of high seas that caused similar damage to the Indian Ocean island of Mauritius, more than 2,000 miles to the southwest, less than a week earlier. Those waves traveled thousands of miles after being generated by a storm off southern South Africa. They appear to have later moved across the entire width of the Indian Ocean to strike Southeast Asia.

South African Snow

A bitter Antarctic cold front brought South Africa its heaviest snowfall in 20 years. Freezing temperatures and wintry weather were blamed for the deaths of at least 17 people, mainly in Eastern Cape province.

Most of the fatalities were due to exposure, or occurred in fires as residents tried to keep warm. Heavy snowfall blocked several main roadways across the country, and blanketed a wide area of the Lesotho mountain kingdom, which is surrounded by South Africa.

Drought-Breaking Rain

The heaviest rainfall to soak drought-ravaged parts of the Australian outback in more than 10 years brought some locations more than a quarter of their average annual rainfall in less than a 12-hour period. Pauline Kohe, who checks the rain gauge in the tiny outback hamlet of Pooncarie, where heavy rains have not fallen for more than five years, said that the storm also brought hailstones the size of golf balls.

The National Farmers’ Federation said the rain was vital to winter crops, but warned that more was needed to break the drought that has crippled farm production and threatens water supplies in major cities.

Tropical Cyclones

Tropical Storm Pierre formed from an area of disturbed weather just west of the Solomon Islands. It later lost force over the eastern tip of Papua New Guinea.

• Typhoon Yutu reached Category 4 strength over the western Pacific, but weakened to a Category 2 storm before passing over the Japanese island of Iwo Jima.

Island Eruption

Thousands of villagers fled their seaside Papua New Guinea (PNG) homes as a volcano on a nearby island erupted, creating a large tsunami. The wave flattened several houses on Siassi Island, which is located just a few miles from the volcano on Ritter Island. In 1888, half of the island collapsed in an eruption that triggered massive tsunamis that claimed an estimated 3,000 lives.

Earthquakes

A powerful undersea temblor off the Indonesian island of Sumbawa prompted a brief tsunami warning and caused local residents to flee their homes in

panic.

• Earth movements were also felt in northeastern Japan, Sumatra, the Alaska Panhandle and neighboring Yukon, southern New Mexico, southern parts of the San Francisco Bay Area, central California and along the California-Mexico border.

Jellyfish Patrol

Spain’s environment ministry announced plans to dispatch patrols along the country’s Mediterranean coast to hunt down and remove masses of jellyfish that have stung a large number of swimmers in recent summers. Last August, about 400 bathers in Benalmadena, Malaga, were treated for stings in a single day. Recent years of drought have reduced the flow of rivers into the sea, allowing the jellyfish to move from their usual habitat about 20 miles offshore to along the country’s beaches. Over-fishing of the jellyfish’s natural predators, such as red tuna, has also allowed their numbers to soar. w

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Jazz’d Tapas Bar hosted Connect’s Best of Savannah bash last week.

Here are a few of the winners, clockwise from top left: Laura and Mary rest their feet after accepting multiple awards on behalf of the Jepson Center and the Owens-Thomas House; Ruel and the 24e gang onstage; Ryan McMaken for the Savannah Music Festival; Heather of BleuBelle accepts for Best Women’s Clothing Store; Loco’s went loco, winning all kinds of food & bev awards; Pete Liakakis accepts as Best County Commission Member; Jim Dixon accepts on behalf of Kix 96’s Dixon & Dooley; and Best Local Chef Robbie Lemmons, private caterer and chef at Asbury UMC.

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In the center of the page: our hosts for the evening, Jazzâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d Tapas Bar, won for Best Martini and Best Bartender, among other awards.

Other shots from the party, clockwise from top right: Kim Polote entertained with an impromptu song as she accepted for Best Local Vocalist; Bill Edwards of WTKS 1290 AM; Verizon was Best Cellular Service; Cpl. Tracy Walden, in civvies, accepts for Best Cop; Hang Fire was voted Best New Bar; Best Bachelorette Karen Guinn and Best Bachelor Forrest Estes.

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Young bluesman and devout Christian hits the Lucas on Monday

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Anything’s possible,” announces guitarist Jonny Lang in a song of the same name on his latest album, Turn Around.

The tune, which revolves around that simple platitude, could easily have been a piece of tossed-off filler (and those who simply require more from their pop and rock music might still describe it as such), but even if the undeniably infectious, vintage ‘70s R & B groove of the backing track itself wasn’t enough to win over even the most hardened hearts, the lyrical inclusion of a healthy dose of personal insight helps elevate the song beyond the banal.

During the course of the cut, Lang — who at the tender age of only 26, often (and often peculiarly) sings like a wizened man two decades his senior— tells us that as a small child he was often chastised (by adults who felt they knew better) to “please put away the guitar,” opining that “The best you’ll ever be is a local star at the local bar.”

His response to those naysayers is that with the help and support of his family, he “went and did it anyway.” Then he moves in for the kill: “Now I’m here today, five records later / So you can hear me say: Don’t be deceived / Anything’s possible.”

In the hands of a singer less attuned to the necessity of sounding genuinely sincere in a format which begs for such aural legitimacy, this song could elicit snickers. Yet, Lang is —as I said— a peculiarly talented young man, and the polish and emotion with which the motivational message is delivered more than sells the tune.

Simply put, try as I might, it’s hard not to like this guy’s music, even when it’s always been assumed by many versed in the blues genre that his whole approach to the form is a bit of a shuck and jive.

Born Jon Gordon Langseth, Jr., this native of Fargo, North Dakota burst on the scene a decade ago, releasing his debut LP before he turned sixteen. That record, Lie To Me, turned heads and put Lang on the map as a teen sensation, but deservedly received mixed reviews from critics who found it a wee bit unseemly for someone barely through puberty to be affecting vocal mannerisms and tackling lyrical subject matter more commensurate with a man at least twice his age.

Still, he had extremely impressive chops even back then, and there was no doubt that —gimmicky marketing aside— he was a guitar prodigy with an affinity for blues music, even if it was undeniable that the

very nature of that genre almost demands a certain level of maturity and life experience which he could not possibly possess.

His second album, Wander This World, earned him a Grammy nomination, as well as invitations to sit in and jam or tour with such giants of the form as B.B. King, Jeff Beck, Aerosmith, Buddy Guy and The Rolling Stones — but his Tiger Beat countenance and the fact that he also did such seemingly “un-blues” things as guesting on a Hanson album, fueled the perception by many that he had received too much acclaim too early in life and had failed to pay his dues in the accepted fashion.

“I wasn’t out there knocking on doors or desperately trying to get my demo to anyone who’d listen,” Lang admits. “That’s how most people get where they want to be in this business. I don’t feel like I ever had to do that, and I kinda feel bad sometimes because I haven’t had to put in as much legwork to get started as a lot of people. It was pretty easy for me.”

It was in this hotbed of guilt, stress and growing popular acclaim that Lang wound up turning to drugs and alcohol. Those vices would eventually get the better of him, and in the kind of fateful twist that no one wishes on another, he wound up battling personal demons — and paying his dues. In spades.

If anything hovers over Turn Around (his first release to win a coveted Grammy Award), it is the overwhelming sense that things have changed for Lang. Now clean and sober, his artistic vision seems both clearer and less cocky. Lang attributes this shift primarily to a relatively newfound devotion to the Christian faith.

“I’ve been so incredibly blessed,” he recently told a reporter. “My wife and I just had our fifth anniversary. I get to do what I love for a living. But it wasn’t so long ago that I was spiraling downward in a lot of ways, until God touched my life and set me on the right track. I feel a huge debt to give glory back to Him for everything He has done for me.”

This is not merely something he’s eager to speak about. It is key to the promotion of not only this album, but seemingly, to all his future work as well.

The record (which prominently features a tune co-written by five-time Grammy winner and gospel music superstar Steven Curtis Chapman, as well as guest appearances by Doobie Brothers vocalist Michael McDonald, Nickel Creek’s Sara Watkins and

I simply did not want to hear about Jesus!

I mean, get it out of my face!

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Lang’s actress/singer wife Haylie Johnson) has been marketed directly to blues, rock and contemporary Christian radio formats, and Lang is being touted as one of the few young artists with the potential for major crossover success on both fronts.

Turn Around is one of the more interesting Christian-themed blues/ rock/soul albums to come down the pike since Bob Dylan’s storied, highprofile conversion and the subsequent release of his landmark 1979 “GodRock” LP Slow Train Coming.

That’s not to say that lyrically Lang’s record approaches the sweeping, bombastic, fire-and-brimstone heights of that stirring (yet profoundly polarizing) call to arms. This young man is not drawing any lines in the sand.

This is a collection of songs of redemption and salvation to be sure, but whereas Dylan sang of a “slow train” that was picking up speed “just around the bend,” and which, like Curtis Mayfield’s own heaven-sent and glory bound locomotive in his classic tune “People Get Ready” promised eternal life to all who’d board, he also cautioned that “You either got faith or you got unbelief/And there ain’t no neutral ground.”

On Turn Around, Lang seems to be almost casually suggesting that his listeners take heart in his example, and get right with God: No ultimatums; no shock tactics; no “vanity of vanities.”

Under the direction of the immensely successful music industry honcho Ron Fair —who was at the helm of Geffen Records before becoming president of A&M/ Interscope, and has played a key role in the development and success of Christina Aquilera, Vanessa Carlton and Pussycat Dolls— Lang and his whip-tight band conjure up musical references and allusions to everyone from Stevie Wonder (whose uplifting, groove-driven ‘70s output is an avowed

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touchstone for Lang) to the Reverend Al Green (whose cooing falsetto Lang often emulates) to Eric Clapton protege Robert Cray (whose trademark combination of mellow-yet-biting fretwork, Memphis “chank” rhythm and swirling hammond organ could

easily be seen as a template for much of this record’s sound).

Lang —speaking from his Southern California home— tells Connect that one of the reasons this record seems to be resonating with such a wide variety of people is that, at this stage in his life, he realizes his approach to songwriting has changed, and that many people may be picking up on that.

“It seems that it’s so much easier to write songs about something negative,” he muses aloud. “You know, it seems those songs are the ones people enjoy the most, and I guess that’s because they can relate them to their own lives and something they may have had to get through on their own. Being fairly

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happy as I am now, I guess I’m not as inclined to write sad songs. I think it’s much harder to write a positive song without sounding cheesy. (laughs) It’s hard. I mean, ‘happy happy, joy joy...’ Who wants to hear that?”

Lang says that his newfound faith is “the most important thing in his life,” and crucial to an understanding of his music from this point forward. Yet, even though he’s gained many new listeners from his high-profile conversion, he is well aware many of his existing fans are not comfortable with the shift.

“I know from experience that before this was a part of my own life, I simply did not want to hear about Jesus! I mean, get it out of my face! I think that those few bad experiences of mine are like most people’s. Folks come at you with guns blazing, and it just ruins everything,” he says.

“Even the most subtle remark about God or Jesus becomes offensive to you. I totally understand that way of looking at things because I used to feel that way. Totally,” he says.

“So, these days, I just try to come at it from an angle of sharing something that happened to me and was a great thing for my life — rather than asking everyone to follow me. If someone hears one of my songs and says to themselves, ‘wow, he sounds happier than he’s ever been,’ and they wind up making that decision on their own, then I’m happy about that.”

In other words, he’s not out to convert people?

“The truth is, I am looking to convert people! (laughs) But at this stage, I don’t wanna be that guy who leaves a bad taste in your mouth. But I’d certainly be lying if I said I didn’t want everyone to experience what I’ve experienced. So, I guess it’s both. w Jonny Lang (with special guest Jon McLaughlin) plays 7:30 pm, Monday, June 4 at the Lucas Theatre. Tickets are still available at www.lucastheatre.com or by calling the SCAD Box Office at 525-5050.

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A Nickel Bag of Funk

Increasingly popular female-fronted local combo playing funk, soul and groove.

Sun., 7 pm, North Beach Grill (Tybee).

Argyle

Local quartet playing a hard-hitting mix of originals and covers â&#x20AC;&#x201D; influenced by ska, punk, reggae and alt.rock. Fri., 9 pm, Fiddlerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Crab House (River St.).

The Blame

Acoustic guitar-driven emo/alt.rock quartet from Mass. that may appeal to fans of Guster and Jeff Buckley. Thurs., 9 pm, Metro Coffee House - ALL-AGES.

Bottles & Cans

Hopped-up Delta blooze-rawk with plenty of swing. Theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re known for inventive arrangements and plenty of energy.

Wed., 9 pm, Bay Street Blues + Fri., 8 pm, The Warehouse + Mon., 9 pm, Fiddlerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Crab House (River St.).

The Ray Callender Quintet

Touring jazz combo led by a young, Fla.educated trumpeter whose style has been likened to that of Freddie Hubbard, Lee Morgan and Woody Shaw. Fri. - Sat., 8 pm, 9:15 pm, 10:30 pm, Kokopelliâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s.

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Deep Blue 3

Excellent local electric blues combo with a diverse setlist of well-known standards and rarely-heard gems. Tues., 9 pm, Fiddlerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Crab House (River St.).

Eat Moâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Music

Instrumental, dance-oriented soul-jazz.

Sat., 8:30 pm, Isaacâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s on Drayton.

The 8-Tracks

This eclectic quartet features members of well-known local original acts as Superhorse and Hot Pink Interior. They play rarely-heard rock, country and soul tunes from the past 5 decades. Fri. - Sat., 9:30 pm, Scandals (Tybee).

Element Unseen

This local hard, modern rock band has recently gone through some serious lineup changes, and is now trying to re-establish itself with a new sound and direction, which they liken to that of both Chevelle and Incubus. Sat., midnight, Guitar Bar.

1st Friday for Folk Music

This monthly alcohol and smokefree family-oriented acoustic concert series matches up local artists with touring regional and national acts. This Crossfade time out, the bill inHard rock/postcludes: Nashvilleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s grunge trio from Joni Bishop, who Columbia, S.C., whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s won the prestigious earned a substanNew Folk award at tial following in the the Kerrville Folk Southeast, and is curRay Callender Fest, and has had rently touring behind major artists such their 2nd Columbia as Crystal Gayle reRecords release. With Eve To Adam and cord her tunes; the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Leon Redbone-esqueâ&#x20AC;?

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Keith Foskey

Solo acoustic guitar covers and originals.

Fri. - Sat., 9 pm, Molly MacPhersonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Scottish Pub.

David Harbuck

Prolific regional singer/songwriter playing popular rock and soul tunes and originals. Fri. - Sat., 9 pm, Bayou CafĂŠ.

High Velocity

Kick-ass Southern and classic rock covers, plus some modern C & W hits. Wed., Fri. -Sat., 9 pm, Gillyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s (Hinesville).

The Hot Rods, The Liabilities I know this Atlanta band didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t agree with me when I recently described their sound as sounding a bit like hair metal, but I canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t lie â&#x20AC;&#x201D; some of the stuff on their MySpace page sounds like old Poison outtakes to me. That said, they see themselves as firmly in a psycho-billy/metal head, and thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s certainly plenty of that in there as well. Maybe itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the studio production that smells like Aqua-Net to me.

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All stylistic quibbles aside, theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re a tight, powerful band that has their shit together. The other band on the bill is Maconâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Liabilities, and if you dig ass-kicking roots-rock a la The Bottle Rockets or The Supersuckers, you may find a lot to like about this promising 4-piece. Sat., 11 pm, The Jinx.

Ray Lundy

Solo show from the Tom Waits-ian lead singer and guitarist of local blues band Bottles & Cans. Sun., 7 pm, Jazzâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d Tapas Bar.

Matthew & Tim

Wed., 9 pm, Fiddlerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Crab House (River St.).

Experienced acoustic duo of two guitarists who only recently began to perform together. In addition to original material, they also cover Neil Young, Pearl Jam, Verve Pipe and The Doors. They proudly proclaim, â&#x20AC;&#x153;No Buffet, Eagles or beach crap.â&#x20AC;?

Hell, yeah. I heard that. Wed., Robinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Nest (101 S. Godley Station Blvd., Pooler).

Michael â&#x20AC;&#x153;B-Flatâ&#x20AC;? Sears & Tony Royster, Sr.

Roger Moss & Eric Jones

Excellent singer/songwriter whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s played many times at The Bean on her national touring schedule, and will perform a few quick songs as part of this local non-profit theaters PBR Show (a tribute to old-time radio thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s actually saved as downloadable podcasts) and at a public show in a private home. Only $2 admission to the â&#x20AC;&#x153;radio showâ&#x20AC;?. Call 232-6080 or go to www.savannahactorstheatre.org for more info. Only $10 admission for the intimate, two-set home concert. Please RSVP to savannah_independents@yahoo.com for reservations, info and directions. Mon., 8 pm, Savannah Actors Theatre (703-D Louisvile Rd.) - ALL-AGES + Tues., 7:30 pm, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Sueâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Houseâ&#x20AC;? - ALL-AGES.

Duo of a classically-trained jazz vocalist and a talented pianist. Thurs., 8 pm, The Mansion on Forsyth Park.

Harry Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Donoghue

An acoustic balladeer and local legend of sorts, who hosts the popular Green Island radio Show on GPB, and has played in this area (and in Ireland) for years. He offers both traditional and contemporary Celtic folk on guitar and bodhran. Wed. - Sun., Kevin Barryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s + Mon., 7 pm, French Quarter CafĂŠ (Statesboro).

Local guitar and keyboard duo featuring the father of an internationally-known percussion prodigy. Fri. - Sat., 7 pm, Mardis Gras on Bay.

Sam Shaber

Shiloh

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Shock your soul rock & rollâ&#x20AC;? from a longstanding N.C. punk/metal band thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been likened to Atreyu and 18 Visions. Fri., 11 pm, Guitar Bar.

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Phantom Wingo

Deep fried Southern boogie and jam music thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s often compared to a strippeddown, lean-and-mean version of The Allmans or Widespread Panic. Featuring Tyler Roe and Shane Baldwin on guitars.

Excellent local jazz trio (featuring female vocals) that recently released an impressive debut CD of original, often Latin-tinged compositions. Fri., 9 pm, Mansion on Forsyth Park + Sun., 1 pm, Morgan Santanderâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Studio (601 E. 40th St.).

Super Vinyl

Formerly known as Deep Cuts, this regional rock cover band prides itself on looking beyond the standard classic rock hits to find more interesting and diverse material to draw from. Expect to hear their versions of songs by The Supersuckers, Weezer, The Allman Brothers, Pink Floyd and more.

Fri., 9 pm, The Jukebox (Richmond Hill).

Gail Thurmond

After 14 years of playing 6 nights a week in the basement bar of The Olde Pink House, this jazz pianist and singer has moved a few blocks away to this new restaurant (in the old Churchillâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s location), and cut 4 nights a week off her schedule.

Hopefully the faithful will make the move with her...Thurs. & Fri., 7 pm, Isaacâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s on Drayton.

Turtle Folk

Local organic, improv-oriented group that our readers recently named Best Rock Band in Savannah. Fri., 10 pm, Locoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s (downtown).

Under The Porch

Recently reformed jam-band featuring former Savannahian Michael Blair on guitar and lead vocals. Sat., 10 pm, Locoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s (downtown).

Jason â&#x20AC;&#x153;Leftyâ&#x20AC;? Williams Band Touring blues-rock and jam act that is notable for being led by the expressive and impressive lead guitarist â&#x20AC;&#x153;Leftyâ&#x20AC;? Williams, who, believe it or not, has only one hand.

Fri., 10 pm, Mercury Lounge.

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Local duo playing acoustic country blues. Fri., 7 pm, Guitar Bar.

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Badfish, Passafire

Over a decade has passed since Brad Nowell, lead vocalist of the California-based reggae/rock crossover band Sublime died of a heroin overdose. Yet, in that time, improbably, the band (and its back catalog) have become ever more popular, year after year.

Hell, they even had a brand of alcoholic lemonade named after them, if memory serves. Badfish is one of the more wellknown Sublime tribute bands on the road these days and they have been for ages. They routinely pack clubs and theaters with folks who either never got to see Sublime in their heyday, or did, but still need a fix. Local favorites (and budding national phenoms Passafire open with their own original take on this continually evolving genre. $18 advance tix available now. Wed., June 6, 8 pm, Monkey Business (Hilton Head). ****

Kate Campbell

Enoch Hendry of Trinity UMC is a diehard music fan — especially when it comes to acoustic singer/songwriters. As such, he’s occasionally arranged for standout talents in this field to play gigs in the beautiful and acoustically impressive confines of his church. This free show is sponsored by The Foundry Fellowship, and coincides with the South Georgia Conference of the United Methodist Church. Campbell’s voice and songwriting gifts are well-known among fans of the burgeoning Americana genre. She gets comparisons to Lucinda and

Emmylou, and this veteran of the folk festival circuit’s latest CD finds her interpreting tunes by songwriters who have inspired her the most. The acoustic guitarist will be joined by veteran bassist Don Porterfield.

For more info, call Pastor Enoch Hendry at 233-4766.

Tues., 8 pm, Trinity United Methodist Church - FREE TO ALL-AGES.

owed in part to a viral internet video of an on-air, Borat-style prank he pulled on local TV personality Lindy Brannen some time ago. With avant-garde opening act Video Hippos, and this club’s resident DJ D-Frost and friends. Thurs., 10 pm, The Jinx.

Lando

This is being billed as the last local show for some time from this melodramatic Dan Deacon piano-driven, modPart motivaern alt.rock act which tional speaker, part formed in Savannah, high-on-life mobut is now relocating tivational speaker, to Chicago in pursuit part budding slacker of bigger and betcult leader, and part ter things. Their DIY Radio Shack lowrecordings and slick tech electronics geek, promotional videos Baltimore’s own Dan (courtesy of connecDeacon is not for tions to SCAD’s imeveryone, but those pressively equipped who like him act like video and film deZiggy Marley Lola Heatherton: partment) bode well they want to bear his for the group, whose children. His silly, sweaty, vaguely dancemusic and approach has drawn comparison oriented “gigs” are as much pieces of bizarre to acts as disparate as Arcade Fire and U2. performance art with copious amounts of The Winter Hours, rising stars in the latest freeform audience participation as they are wave of Athens, Ga. indie-rock bands opens traditional concerts — even in the contemwith a set of moody, richly-layered guitar porary world of electroclash. Deacon has rock, as does local, synth-heavy experimena solid following of SCAD kids, which is tal pop combo Unsolved Mysteries. Fri., 11

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Ziggy Marley, The Nevilles

In less than 5 years, SCAD’s “New Alumni” concert in Forsyth Park has become a hotly-anticipated annual tradition. Their first headliner for this massive, free, public concert was P-Funk mastermind George Clinton. The following year they brought the late, great funk icon James Brown. Last year’s appearance by Blues Traveler was a letdown to many, but that didn’t stop locals from voting it Best Concert of 2006 in our recent Readers’ Poll. Now things seem to be back on track with this double bill from two of the biggest families in the history of rock, funk, reggae and soul music. Ziggy has taken the music his late father Bob pioneered into a more dancey vibe than might have been expected, while The Neville Brothers are internationally known ambassadors of Louisiana music.

Bring a lawn chair and get there early for the best view. Fri., 7 pm, Forsyth Park - ALLAGES.

The Sapphire Bullets

A rare public gig from this 13-piece R & B revue featuring several of the most experienced and respected players in town. This rustic but swanky restaurant and bar is right on the water and only about 30 minutes from Savannah. Admission is $10 at the door. Sat., 9 pm, Sunbury Crab Company (Sunbury). w

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Frank Bright, Pianist

Roger Moss with Eric Jones

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Silver Lining

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NOTE: Clubs, if you have live music and want to be listed for free in Soundboard or Music Menu, just mail, fax, or email your lineup to us BY NOON ON WEDNESDAY for inclusion in our next issue.

Please enclose publicity photos and band bios as well.

Address: Connect Savannah, Inc., 1800 E. Victory Drive, Suite 7, Savannah, GA 31404 Fax: (912)231-9932 Email: jim.r@connectsavannah.com All Bands Scheduled Are Subject To Change

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Karaoke (8 pm) CLUB ONE #@*! Karaoke COBBLESTONE CONCH HOUSE (225 W. River St.) Annie Allman & Friends (5 pm) CREEKSIDE CAFÉ (Wilmington Isl.) Live Music TBA (7 pm) DAWG HOUSE GRILL WormsLoew (7 pm) DOLPHIN REEF LOUNGE (Tybee) Live Music TBA DOUBLES (Holiday Inn Midtown) DJ Sam Diamond (Savannah Shag Club)

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MCDONOUGH’S Karaoke MERCURY LOUNGE The Eric Culberson Blues Band (10 pm) MONKEY BUSINESS (Hilton Head) Crossfade, Eve To Adam, Everything After (8 pm) MURPHY’S LAW IRISH PUB Celtic Karaoke (9 pm) ONE HOT MAMA’S BBQ (Bluffton) Live Music TBA (8:30 pm) PLANTER’S TAVERN (OLDE PINK HOUSE) Live Music TBA THE QUARTER SPORTS BAR (Tybee) “Georgia Kyle” Shiver (10 pm) ROBIN’S NEST (Pooler) Matthew Saint John & Tim SAVANNAH BLUES Live Music TBA (10 pm) SAVANNAH DOWN UNDER DJ Blue Ice (Hip-hop, Reggae, Top 40, R & B) SAVANNAH SMILES (314 Williamson St.) Dueling Pianos (9 pm) SAVANNAH THEATRE Jukebox Journey (8 pm) THE SENTIENT BEAN COFFEEHOUSE Psychotronic Film: HORROR EXPRESS (8 pm) SLUGGERS 5 Point Productions’ Karaoke (10 pm) TOMMY’S (Pooler) Karaoke w/Jeff & Rebecca TROPICANA NIGHTCLUB Karaoke w/Michael (10 pm) TUBBY’S (Thunderbolt) Paul Reeves (6 pm) TUBBY’S (River St.) Live Music TBA (6 pm) VENUS DE MILO Industry Night w/George THE WAREHOUSE Thomas Claxton (6:30 pm) WILD WING CAFÉ Karaoke (8:30 pm)

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AUGIE’S PUB (Richmond Hill) Mama’s Mojo (8 pm) B & B ALE HOUSE Live Music TBA B & D BURGERS (Southside) Live Music TBA (10 pm) BAJA CANTINA (The Landings) Mary Davis & Co. (7 pm) BARNES & NOBLE (Oglethorpe Mall) Open Mic (8 pm) BAYOU CAFÉ Chief (9 pm) BAY STREET BLUES Karaoke (9 pm) BENNIE’S (Tybee) Karaoke w/DJ Levis (9:30 pm) BERNIE’S ON RIVER STREET Karaoke (9 pm) BLAINE’S BACK DOOR BAR #@*! Karaoke THE BREW PUB (Hilton Head) Live Music TBA (10 pm) BUFFALO’S CAFÉ (Hinesville) Karaoke (7 pm) CHUCK’S BAR #@*! Karaoke (10 pm) CLUB ONE Insutrial Resurrection w/DJ Shrapnel (10 pm) COBBLESTONE CONCH HOUSE (225 W. River St.) Annie Allman & Friends (5 pm) CREEKSIDE CAFÉ (Wilmington Isl.) Live Music TBA (6 pm) DAIQUIRI BEACH Karaoke (10 pm) DAWG HOUSE GRILL The Eric Culberson Blues Band (7 pm)

DINGUS MAGEE’S Live Music TBA (9 pm) DOC’S BAR (Tybee) Roy & The Circuit Breakers DRIFTAWAY CAFÉ (Sandfly) Live Music TBA (7 pm) FANNIE’S ON THE BEACH (Tybee) “Georgia Kyle” Shiver & Fiddlin’ Scott Holton (7 pm) FIDDLER’S CRAB HOUSE (River St.) The Eric Culberson Blues Band (9 pm)* FRENCH QUARTER CAFÉ (Statesboro) Jeff Beasley (9 pm) THE GRILL BEACHSIDE (Tybee) Live Music TBA (7 pm) HANG FIRE (37 Whitaker St.) DJ KZL (10 pm) HERCULES (Pt. Wentworth) Live Music TBA (7:30 pm) ISAAC’S ON DRAYTON Gail Thurmond (7 pm) THE ISLAND GRILL (Pt. Wentworth)

Live Music TBA (8 pm) THE JAZZ CORNER (Hilton Head) The Lavon Stevens Project w/Louise Spencer (8 pm) JAZZ’D TAPAS BAR Trae Gurley (7 pm) THE JINX School’s Out Dance Party w/Dan Deacon, Video Hippos, DJ D-Frost & Friends (10 pm) KEVIN BARRY’S Harry O’Donoghue KOKOPELLI’S JAZZ (107 W. Broughton St.) Live Music TBA (8 pm) LOCOS DELI & GRILL (downtown) Open Mic Night (9 pm) LOCOS DELI & GRILL (Southside) Team Trivia w/Ben Bennett & Senae (7 pm) MANSION ON FORSYTH PARK Pianist David Duckworth (5 pm), Vocalist Roger Moss w/ Pianist Eric Jones (8 pm) MARY’S SEAFOOD & STEAKHOUSE Nancy Witt MCDONOUGH’S Karaoke MERCURY LOUNGE Bottles & Cans (10 pm) METRO COFFEE HOUSE The Blame (9 pm) MOLLY MACPHERSON’S SCOTTISH PUB Jenni Alpert (10 pm) MOON RIVER BREWING CO.

Live Music TBA (8:30 pm) MURPHY’S LAW IRISH PUB The Train Wrecks (10 pm) MYRTLE’S BAR & GRILL (Bluffton) J. Howard Duff (7:30 pm) ONE HOT MAMA’S (Bluffton) Live Music TBA (5 pm) PLANTER’S TAVERN (OLDE PINK HOUSE) Live Music TBA POGY’S BAR & GRILL (Richmond Hill) Live Music TBA THE RAIL PUB “Helium Karaoke” w/Wrath Nasty SAVANNAH BLUES The Hitmen (10 pm) SAVANNAH DOWN UNDER DJ Blue Ice (Hip-hop, Reggae, Top 40, R & B) SAVANNAH DOWN UNDER INVASION LEVEL 3 DJ Nick J - ‘80s, house, breaks, D & B (10 pm) SAVANNAH SMILES (314 Williamson St.) Dueling Pianos (9 pm) SLUGGER’S Trivia w/Charles & Mikey (10 pm) SORRY CHARLIE’S Curbside (10 pm) SPANKY’S (River St.) Live Music TBA (8 pm) STEAMER’S (Georgetown) Live Music TBA (9 pm) TANTRA LOUNGE

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TROPICANA NIGHTCLUB DJ Southstar spins Top 40 (10 pm) TUBBY’S (River St.) Live Music TBA (6 pm) TUBBY’S (Thunderbolt) Live Music TBA (6 pm) UNCLE BUBBA’S OYSTER HOUSE Live Music TBA (7 pm) VENUS DE MILO Hip-Hop Night w/DJ Life & DJ Valis (10 pm) THE WAREHOUSE Live Music TBA (8 pm) WASABI’S Thomas Claxton (10 pm) WILD WING CAFÉ The Courtenay Brothers Band (10 pm) WILD WING CAFÉ (Bluffton) Live Music TBA (10:30 pm) WILD WING CAFÉ (Hilton Head) Mr. Fernando (10 pm) WIND ROSE CAFÉ (Tybee)

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HERCULES (Pt. Wentworth) Chief (8 pm) HUC-A-POOS (Tybee) Live Music TBA (9 pm) THE HYATT Live Music TBA (8 pm) ISAAC’S ON DRAYTON Gail Thurmond (7 pm) THE ISLAND GRILL (Pt. Wentworth) Live Music TBA (8 pm) THE JAZZ CORNER (Hilton Head) Bob Masteller & Friends, feat. Dave Solazzo (8 pm)

JAZZ’D TAPAS BAR The Alex Lore Trio (9 pm) JEN’S & FRIENDS Live Music TBA (10 pm) THE JINX Lando, Unsolved Mysteries, The Winter Sounds (11 pm) JUKEBOX BAR & GRILL (Richmond Hill) Super Vinyl (9 pm) KATHLEEN’S (Beaufort) Live Music TBA (9 pm) KEVIN BARRY’S Harry O’Donoghue continued on page 30

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AJ’S DOCKSIDE RESTAURANT (Tybee) “Georgia Kyle” Shiver (7 pm) AMERICAN LEGION POST #36 (Thunderbolt) Karaoke AUGIE’S PUB (Richmond Hill)

John Ignac (8 pm) B & B ALE HOUSE Live Music TBA B & D BURGERS (Southside) Live Music TBA (9 pm) BAHAMA BOB’S (Pooler) Live Music TBA (9 pm) BAJA CANTINA (The Landings) Live Music TBA (7 pm) BAY STREET BLUES Karaoke (9 pm) BAYOU CAFÉ David Harbuck (9 pm), Live Music TBA (10:30 pm) BENNIE’S (Tybee) Karaoke w/DJ Levis (9:30 pm) BERNIE’S ON RIVER STREET Karaoke (9 pm) BILLY’S PLACE (above MCDONOUGH’S) Nancy Witt CAPTAIN’S LOUNGE #@*! Karaoke CLUB ICE DJ Southstar: Hip-hop (10 pm - 6 am) CLUB ONE Local Cast, DJ Jason Hancock (Main Floor) COBBLESTONE CONCH HOUSE (225 W. River St.) Annie Allman & Friends (5 pm) CRYSTAL BEER PARLOR The Beer Parlor Ramblers (7:30 pm) DAQUIRI ISLAND (Abercorn) Karaoke DEWEY’S DOCKSIDE (Tybee) Chief (6 pm) DINGUS MAGEE’S (Statesboro) Live Music TBA (9 pm) DOC’S BAR (Tybee) Roy & The Circuit Breakers DOUBLES (Holiday Inn Midtown) “World Famous” DJ Sam Diamond DRIFTAWAY CAFÉ (Sandfly) Live Music TBA (7 pm) EL PICASSO (319 Main St., Garden City) Karaoke (8 pm) FANNIE’S ON THE BEACH (Tybee) The Christy Alan Band (9 pm) FIDDLER’S CRAB HOUSE (River St.) Argyle (9 pm)

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KING’S INN Karaoke (9 pm) KOKOPELLI’S JAZZ (107 W. Broughton St.) The Ray Callender Quintet (8 pm, 9:15 pm, 10:30 pm) LOCO’S (downtown) Turtle Folk (10 pm) LUNA LOUNGE @ IL PASTICCIO Live Music TBA (9 pm) LUTHER’S RARE & WELL DONE (Beaufort) Live Music TBA (10 pm) MANSION ON FORSYTH PARK Pianist Frank Bright (5 pm), Silver Lining (9 pm) MARDIS GRAS ON BAY Michael “B-Flat” Sears & Tony Royster, Sr. (7 pm) MARY’S SEAFOOD & STEAKS Live Music TBA (8 pm) MCDONOUGH’S Karaoke MERCURY LOUNGE The Jason “Lefty” Williams Band (10 pm) * MOLLY MACPHERSON’S SCOTTISH PUB Keith Foskey (9 pm) MULBERRY INN The Champagne Jazz Trio (8 pm) MURPHY’S LAW IRISH PUB Live Music TBA (10 pm) NORTH BEACH GRILL (Tybee) Live Music TBA (7 pm) ONE HOT MAMA’S (Bluffton) Live Music TBA (10:30 pm) PLANTER’S TAVERN (OLDE PINK HOUSE) Live Music TBA PLUM’S (Beaufort) Jeff Norwood (10 pm) POGY’S BAR & GRILL (Richmond Hill) Live Music TBA (8 pm) RED LEG SALOON (formerly The Silver Dollar Café, Hwy 204) Live Music TBA (9 pm)

RETRIEVER’S (Statesboro) Tanglewood (9 pm) ROBIN’S NEST (Pooler) Live Music TBA (8 pm) SAVANNAH BLUES Live Music TBA (10 pm) SAVANNAH DOWN UNDER INVASION LEVEL 3 DJ Analog Kid (10 pm) SAVANNAH SMILES (314 Williamson St.)

Dueling Pianos (8:30 pm) SCANDALS (Tybee) The 8-Tracks (9:30 pm) SILVER CREEK SALOON (Statesboro) Live Music TBA (8 pm) SORRY CHARLIE’S The Bluesonics (8 pm) SPANKY’S (River St.) Karaoke (9 pm) STEAMERS (Georgetown) David Flannery (9 pm) STINGRAY’S (Tybee) Live Music TBA (7 pm) TANTRA LOUNGE Laura Reed (9:30 pm) TOMMY’S (Pooler) Live Music TBA (9 pm) TUBBY’S (River St.) Live Music TBA (6 pm) TUBBY’S (Thunderbolt) Live Music TBA (9 pm) TURTLE’S (Statesboro)

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UNCLE BUBBA’S OYSTER HOUSE (Wilmington Island)

Live Music TBA (7 pm) VENUS DI MILO Live DJ VFW CLUB (Hinesville) Live Music TBA (9 pm)

VIC’S ON THE RIVER Live Music TBA (7 pm) THE WAREHOUSE Bottles & Cans (8 pm) WAYS STATION TAVERN (Richmond Hill) Karaoke (9 pm) WESLEY MONUMENTAL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH (429 Abercorn St.) First Friday for Folk Music (7:30 pm) WET WILLIE’S Live DJ (8 pm) WILD WING CAFÉ Live Music TBA (10 pm) WILD WING CAFÉ (Bluffton) Live Music TBA (10:30 pm) WILD WING CAFÉ (Hilton Head) Live Music TBA (9 pm) WISEGUYS (Statesboro) Live Music TBA (8 pm) YONG’S COUNTRY CLUB (formerly The Music Box) Live Music TBA (9 pm)

SATURDAY JUNE 2ND

AJ’S DOCKSIDE RESTAURANT (Tybee) Joey Manning (7 pm) THE ALE HOUSE (Bluffton) Live Music TBA (10 pm) AUGIE’S PUB (Richmond Hill) Live Music TBA (8 pm) B & B ALE HOUSE Live Music TBA BAJA CANTINA (The Landings)

Live Music TBA (7 pm) BAY STREET BLUES Karaoke (9 pm)

BAYOU CAFÉ David Harbuck (9 pm), Live Music TBA (10:30 pm) BENNY’S (Tybee) Karaoke w/DJ Levis BERNIE’S ON RIVER STREET Karaoke (9 pm) BILLY’S PLACE (above MCDONOUGH’S) The Joseph Michael Duo (6 pm) BOGEY’S Live Music TBA (9 pm) THE BRITANNIA (Wilmington Isl.) Live Music TBA (10 pm) CAPTAIN’S LOUNGE #@*! Karaoke CHUCK’S BAR #@*! Karaoke CITY MARKET COURTYARD Live Music TBA (2 pm) CLUB ONE DJ Jason Hancock spins Progressive House (10 pm) THE CREEKSIDE CAFÉ (Wilmington Isl.) Live Music TBA (7 pm) DAQUIRI ISLAND (Abercorn) Karaoke DC2 DESIGN (104 W. Broughton St.) DJ Kiah (10 pm) DEB’S PUB & GRUB #@*! Karaoke (9 pm) DEWEY’S DOCKSIDE (Tybee) Live Music TBA (1 pm), (6 pm) DOC’S BAR (Tybee) Roy & The Circuit Breakers DOLPHIN REEF LOUNGE @ OCEAN PLAZA (Tybee) Live Music TBA DOUBLES (Holiday Inn Midtown) “World Famous” DJ Sam Diamond DRIFTAWAY CAFÉ (Sandfly) Live Music TBA (7 pm) continued on page 32

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FANNIE’S ON THE BEACH (Tybee) The Christy Alan Band (9 pm) FIDDLER’S CRAB HOUSE (River St.) Mr. Wiley (9 pm) FIDDLER’S CRAB HOUSE (Southside) Live Music TBA (9 pm) FRENCH QUARTER CAFÉ (Statesboro) Live Music TBA (9 pm) GILLEY’S (Hinesville) High Velocity (9 pm) GUITAR BAR Soul Kitchen (10 pm), Kiterunner, Little League Allstar (11 pm), Element Unseen (midnight) HANG FIRE Heart + Soul (10 pm) THE HYATT Live Music TBA (8 pm) ISAAC’S ON DRAYTON Eat Mo’ Music (8:30 pm) THE ISLAND GRILL (Pt. Wentworth) Live Music TBA (5 pm) THE ISLANDER (Wilmington Isl.) Live Music TBA (10 pm) THE JAZZ CORNER (Hilton Head) Bob Masteller & Friends, feat. Dave Solazzo (8 pm) JAZZ’D TAPAS BAR

The Jeff Beasley Band (9 pm) JEN’S & FRIENDS Live Music TBA (10 pm) THE JINX The Hot Rods, The Liabilities (11 pm) JUAREZ MEXICAN RESTAURANT (Waters Ave.) Karaoke KEVIN BARRY’S Harry O’Donoghue KOKOPELLI’S JAZZ (107 W. Broughton St.) The Ray Callender Quintet (8 pm, 9:15 pm, 10:30 pm) LOCO’S DELI & GRILL (downtown) Under The Porch (10 pm)

MANSION ON FORSYTH PARK Pianist Eric Jones (5 pm), The Peter Tavalin Trio (9 pm) MARDIS GRAS ON BAY Michael “B-Flat” Sears & Tony Royster, Sr. (7 pm) MARY’S SEAFOOD & STEAKS Live Music TBA (8 pm) MCDONOUGH’S Karaoke MERCURY LOUNGE The Eric Cuberson Blues Band (10 pm) MOLLY MACPHERSON’S SCOTTISH PUB Keith Foskey (10 pm) MOON RIVER BREWING CO. Live Music TBA (8 pm) MULBERRY INN The Champagne Jazz Trio (8 pm) MURPHY’S LAW IRISH PUB Live Music TBA (10 pm) NORTH BEACH GRILL (Tybee) Live Music TBA (7 pm) PANINI’S (Beaufort) Live Music TBA (10 pm) PLANTER’S TAVERN (OLDE PINK HOUSE) Live Music TBA POGY’S BAR & GRILL (Richmond Hill) Live Music TBA (9 pm) THE RAIL PUB Live Music TBA RED LEG SALOON (formerly The Silver Dollar Café, Hwy 204) Live Music TBA (9 pm) RIDERS LOUNGE (Hilton Head) Live Oak (10 pm) SAVANNAH BLUES Live Music TBA (10 pm) SAVANNAH DOWN UNDER INVASION LEVEL 3 Old School Dance Party w/DJ Analog Kid (10 pm) SAVANNAH JAZZ & BLUES BISTRO (Bluffton) Live Music TBA (8 pm)

SAVANNAH SMILES (314 Williamson St.) Dueling Pianos (8:30 pm) SCANDALS (Tybee) Live Music TBA (9:30 pm) THE SEA GRILL (Pt. Wentworth) Live Music TBA (8 pm) SILVER CREEK SALOON (Statesboro) Live Music TBA (8 pm) SORRY CHARLIE’S Bluesonics SPANKY’S (River St.) Live Music TBA (9 pm) STEAMERS (Georgetown) Live Music TBA (9 pm) STINGRAY’S (Tybee) Live Music TBA (7 pm) SUNBURY CRAB COMPANY (Sunbury) The Sapphire Bullets of Pure Love (9 pm) TOMMY’S (Pooler) Live Music TBA (9 pm) TUBBY’S (River St.) Live Music TBA (6 pm) TUBBY’S (Thunderbolt) Live Music TBA (7 pm) TURTLE’S (Statesboro) Live Music TBA (9 pm) UNCLE BUBBA’S OYSTER HOUSE (Wilmington Island) Live Music TBA (7 pm) VENUS DI MILO

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VFW CLUB (Hinesville) Live Music TBA (9 pm) VIC’S ON THE RIVER Live Music TBA (7 pm) THE WAREHOUSE The Train Wrecks (8 pm) WET WILLIE’S Live DJ (8 pm) WILD WING CAFÉ Chuck Courtenay (1 pm) U-Phonik (10 pm) WILD WING CAFÉ (Bluffton) Free Shotz (10 pm) WILD WING CAFÉ (Hilton Head) Obsession Day (10 pm) YONG’S COUNTRY CLUB (formerly The Music Box) Live Music TBA (9 pm)

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The TV landscape has changed immeasurably in the past decade, mostly because of The Sopranos. Someone wrote recently that since that landmark series a college-educated adult could spend all day watching TV. I don’t know about my fellow college-educated adults, but I follow a lot of shows religiously now.

TV used to be seen as the main culprit in the downfall of western civilization, the boob tube, the idiot box. But anyone who would argue that today simply doesn’t know what to watch. Zodiac is the only movie I’ve seen this entire year that engaged me intellectually. Compare that to the half-dozen series that blow my mind week after week.

With a few exceptions, the big screen is now the home of escapism (300, Grindhouse).

The heavy lifting is being done on the small screen.

A number of my favorite shows wrapped up their seasons in the past few weeks. Two continued their winning streaks and one drew my ire in a way I never thought possible. Spoilers aplenty lie ahead if you’re looking to get caught up over the summer!

Lost, which most of you know is my favorite show ever, didn’t let me down in the slightest in season 3 (I’m forgetting those first six episodes in the fall ever happened).

Most people have been calling it “season one good”, but I think it’s even better, pairing the tight character work of season one with the mythology of season two. Like Alias, creator J.J. Abrams’ previous claim to fame, Lost’s supernatural elements are its gift and its curse; go too far and everyone complains about the never-ending mysteries, don’t go far enough and everyone complains that the story’s moving too slow.

The season finale is indeed the gamechanger that producers Damon Lindelof and Carlton Cuse promised, though it’s not quite clear what the game will be changed to. Will we stay on the island and have flash-forwards from now on? Or stranger still (and potentially more problematic), will the show be based off the island with flashbacks to how they got off?

The only route I’m actively opposed to is presenting the flash-forwards as mallea-

ble alternate futures, which are nice once or twice but pointless in larger doses. I want to see stuff that’s actually happened or will happen, not cautionary tales.

Somewhere around the end of its third season, The Shield went from being a good police procedural to television’s premier Greek tragedy. Its new season began the same week as the last season of The Sopranos and there’s been no shortage of comparisons between the shows’ shiny-domed antiheroes, especially since The Shield keeps getting better and better while The Sopranos is limping across the finish line.

Lem’s murder last season all but tore the Strike Team apart, with Vic finding out that Shane was the culprit far sooner than anyone expected. Though Michael Chiklis continues to provide a constant anchor as the lovably sociopathic protagonist, this season clearly belongs to Walton Goggins as the alternately tortured and cocky Shane.

I didn’t think this show could get any more intense than his final confrontation with Lem last season, but his late night confession to his wife was one of the most emotionally raw and brutal performances I’ve ever seen. It’s still a week until the season finale as I write this, but if the previous episodes are any indication it will be nothing short of devastating.

Let’s hope I don’t have to eat my words.

In January I wrote a rave review of the season premiere of 24, saying things like, “I’m awed by its uncanny ability to reinvent itself as more exciting and relevant every year,” and, “If there’s anyone who can sustain [this] operatic intensity over the remaining 20 hours, it’s the writing staff of 24.”

From there it went completely downhill in record time. I’d never really witnessed a true jump-the-shark moment in a series until this year, when Brady the Autistic Inadvertent Terrorist showed up. Before, season 6 was just boring. After, it was awful self-parody.

Everything that made the previous five years of this show great bit the dust this time around. Instead we got recycled plots, useless new characters and ham-handed moralizing.

That previously heralded writing staff used to brag about not knowing where they were going and writing each episode weekto-week. Perhaps next year they could come up with an outline or something. w Scott Howard is a writer, artist and allaround media gadfly. Write him at sahoward@gmail.com or scott-howard.com.

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first solo show with the Whitney Gallery is inspired by his childhood memories from Brooklyn, N.Y., and the Lowountry Show runs through June 23. Whitney gallery is at 415 Whitaker St. ‘Sensual Pleasures’ -- Alvida Art Gallery

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Opening with a sequence that feels like an homage (rip-off?) to the start of Return of the Jedi (with Chow Yun-Fat instead of Jabba the Hutt), the film establishes that it’s a dark period for the Rebel Alliance -- excuse me, for the pirates who roam the seas, as the indestructible Flying Dutchman is now under the command of the East India Company and is being ordered to wipe out any pirate ship it encounters. (Don’t look to me to explain any of the backstory; go rent the first two films.) Teaming up with their former enemy Captain Barbossa (Geoffrey Rush), Will Turner (Orlando Bloom) and Elizabeth Swann (Keira Knightley) head off to find Captain Jack Sparrow (Depp), the only man who’s able to help them put an end to this new age of eradication. The only problem is that Sparrow’s apparently dead, trapped for eternity in Davy Jones’ Locker. To attempt to relay more plot details would probably only lead to reader confusion, so suffice it to say that Sparrow still fears the tentacled Davy Jones (Bill Nighy), Will still hopes to free his tortured father (Stellan Skarsgard) from Davy Jones’ grip, and Elizabeth turns into a kick-ass riot grrrl in much the same manner as Carrie Fisher’s Leia in Return of the Jedi. All of the series’ regulars are sent off in satisfying (and even surprising) ways, and at its best, the movie exhibits a real affection for the sort of fantasy-tinged material that kept Ray Harryhausen employed back in the day. As for Keith Richards’ heavily hyped turn as Sparrow’s dad -- well, let’s just say that the Rolling Stone probably spent more time tuning his guitar before any given concert than he did filming his two paltry scenes for this film.

There are basically two types of good summer movies: the ones that are accomplished enough to withstand multiple viewings over the years (Star Wars, Raiders of the Lost Ark, Men In Black) and the ones that offer momentary popcorn thrills but are ultimately so shallow that they can’t hold up under the scrutiny of repeat screenings (Top Gun, Independence Day, Gladiator). Pirates 3 clearly falls into the latter camp: It’s a fine summertime distraction, but woe to the viewer who elects to revisit it somewhere down the line.

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Like the Farrelly Brothersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; breakout hit Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Something About Mary, director Judd Apatowâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s The 40-Year-Old Virgin was unique in that it managed to successfully mix raunch with romance. Most films that attempt this feat usually err on the side of vulgarity (think American Pie), but just as Mary gave us charming people nicely played

by Cameron Diaz and Ben Stiller -- his affection for her was palpable -- Virgin crafted a disarming love story between Steve Carellâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s title character and Catherine Keenerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s single mom. Interestingly, this relationship was only amplified by the raucous goings-on surrounding it, as the hijinks of Carellâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s buddies brought the romance into sharper relief.

Knocked Up, which reunites Apatow with Virgin co-star Seth Rogen, attempts a similar balancing act, only it falls a tad short of attaining the same success as its predecessor. Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a sweet love story on view here as well, only because itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s more rushed and not allowed to unfold at a natural clip, it ultimately plays second string to the pictureâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s comedy quota. Fortunately, on that front, the movieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s an unqualified hit: Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s doubtful another film will be released this summer -- maybe even this year -- that offers as many theater-rumbling belly laughs as this one. Rogen plays Ben Stone, who, true to his last name, is a slacker who enjoys smoking reefer and hanging out with his equally unambitious roommates. One night at a trendy nightclub, he meets Alison (Katherine Heigl), whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s out celebrating the fact that she has just been promoted to an on-air position at E! Entertainment Television. One drink leads to another, and before morning arrives, the pair will have engaged in a onenight stand. At least that was the game plan; instead, Alison learns a few weeks later that sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s pregnant, and she decides that she and Ben (with whom she has nothing in common) should attempt to make their relationship work for the sake of the baby.

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37 crafted an initially intriguing thriller about a beloved philanthropist (Costner) who occasionally moonlights as a serial killer whenever the voice inside his head (personified in the flesh by Hurt) urges him to go hack somebody up. The detective (Moore) whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been on his trail for years feels that sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s getting close to breaking the case, thanks to the presence of an eyewitness (Dane Cook) who might turn out to be as certifiable as Mr. Brooks himself. The filmâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first half is powerful stuff, thanks to the unique setup (presenting Mr. Brooksâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; alter ego as a physical manifestation shouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t work, but it does), Evansâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; moody direction and exquisitely matched performances by Costner and Hurt. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a shame, then, to see the second part go to hell, as the screenplay by Evans and Raynold Gideon gets out of too many narrative jams by relying on whopping coincidences.

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Nothing less than depression set in when Ashley Judd went from being an extraordinary indie actress (Ruby In Paradise, Smoke) to a dull studio-hack heroine (Double Jeopardy, Twisted), so itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s gratifying to once again see her tackling offbeat roles. And in Bug, she has one of her most memorable parts yet; she plays Agnes, a lonely waitress whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s introduced by a coworker (Lynn Collins) to Peter Evans (Michael Shannon), a quiet man who right off the bat assures Agnes that heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not an axe murderer. Clearly, though, thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s something off about this brooding guy, but Agnes enjoys his company so much that she invites him to stay with her. This irks her thuggish excon ex-husband (Harry Connick Jr., about as menacing as a French poodle), yet even his threats seem irrelevant once Peter begins to complain about the insect infestation in her apartment. William Friedkin is still best known as the director of The Exorcist, but his work on this low-budget effort has more in common with the little-seen 1988 drama Rampage than with any of his slick studio pictures. Working from Tracy Lettsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; screenplay (itself based on the latterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s OffBroadway play), Friedkin maximizes the claustrophobic feel of the intimate surroundings while drawing suitably anguished performances from Judd and Shannon.

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Mike Myers may well be the star of the Shrek franchise, but he’s hardly the one whose character most vividly remains in the minds of moviegoers. For the 2001 original, Eddie Murphy earned the lion’s share of the positive notices for his vigorous vocal work as the obnoxious donkey sidekick (even if it was just a reworking of his vigorous vocal work as the obnoxious dragon sidekick in Mulan). And for the 2004 sequel, it was clearly Antonio Banderas as the debonair Puss In Boots who emerged as the cat’s meow. In Shrek the Third, both the donkey and the kitty have largely been neutered, and the film’s makers didn’t bother to introduce any compelling new characters to pick up the slack (Justin Timberlake’s Arthur and Eric Idle’s Merlin certainly don’t cut it). The result is a step down from the first two flicks in the series, though the drop isn’t nearly as precipitous as its detractors will insist.

Shrek (which somehow beat Monsters, Inc. for the first Best Animated Feature Oscar ever handed out) and Shrek 2 (which stands as the third all-time top moneymaker) were amusing enough, although the impersonal style of animation, rapid succession of instantly dated pop culture references and fondness for scatological humor always left me a little cold. Shrek the Third brings the exact same ingredients to the table, only what’s offered feels more like leftovers.

28 Weeks Later

What is it about the zombie flick that brings out the social critic in filmmakers? George Romero’s Night of the Living Dead subtly touched upon racism, while his Dawn of the Dead was a glorious exploration of mindless consumerism. Decades later, Danny Boyle used 28 Days Later to examine the unchecked spread of SARS, Anthrax and, given the time and the film’s English setting, even mad cow disease. Now, here’s Spanish director Juan Carlos Fresnadillo (Intacto) tackling the sequel (Boyle remains as an executive producer). He’s made a zombie yarn that also serves as a condemnation of American military might in Iraq.

Yet let’s put aside the sociopolitical context for a minute: Taken strictly as a full-throttle horror film, 28 Weeks Later delivers the goods. Set (as the title implies) months after the original film, this finds the virus still affecting folks throughout the British Isles.

But efforts at containment eventually succeed (i.e. “Mission accomplished”), and slowly the survivors start over in a self-contained city, all under the eye of the U.S. military. Naturally, a security breach occurs, the zombies start overrunning the city, and the American troops begin indiscriminately killing everyone in sight, whether they’re zombies (read: insurgents) or humans (read: innocent Iraqi civilians). Moviegoers can take or leave the message beneath the mayhem, but what’s on the surface for every-

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The legendary Katharine Hepburn was occasionally too brittle for my taste, but watching Georgia Rule, it’s hard to picture anyone else in the role of Georgia, a family matriarch who runs her household the way a drill instructor lords over greenhorn recruits. It would have been a tailor-made role for Hepburn 30 years ago, since she would have brought to the part the necessary balance of outward rigidity and inward serenity. Instead, it’s Jane Fonda who awkwardly fills the role, and, on the heels of her disastrous return to the screen in MonsterIn-Law, it’s clear that the career resuscitation isn’t going exactly as planned. Fonda’s Georgia is a one-note shrew, and one of this schizophrenic movie’s greatest failings is that it never acknowledges that it’s this woman’s puritanical behavior which started the chain reaction partly leading to the miserable circumstances that plague her daughter Lilly (Felicity Huffman) and her granddaughter Rachel (Lindsey Lohan).

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Activism & Politics

2007 Buttimer Awards Dinner The Chatham County Democratic Committee will holds its annual awards dinner June 9. The keynote speaker will be former DNC Chair Don Fowler. For tickets, contact Randy Moffett at 508-2373 or rmoffett@comcast.net or visit www.

ChathamDems.com. The deadline to purchase tickets is June 1.

AMBUCS 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 Ann Johnson at 897-4818.

Chatham County Democratic Party meets the second Monday of each month. at 6 p.m. at 143 Houston St. at the corner of Oglethorpe and Houston. Call Karen Arms at 897-1300 or David Bonorato at 921-7039 or visit www.chathamdems.com.

Chatham County Democratic Women For information, call Maxine Harris at 3520470 or 484-3222.

Chatham County Young Democrats is dedicated to getting young people ages 14 to 39 active in governmental affairs and to encourage their involvement at all levels of the Democratic party. Contact Rakhsheim Wright at 604-7319 or chathamcountyyds@ yahoo.com Chatham County Young Republicans For information, visit www.savannahyr.com or call Brad Morrison at 596-4810.

Chatham Urban Transportation Study Copies of the draft documents for revisions to the long-range transportation plan and

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Tranportation Imrpovement Program are available for review at all branches of the Live Oak Public Libraries. Send written comments no later than the close of business on June 26 to Wykoda Wang, Metropolitan Planning Commission, 110 E. State St., Savannah, 31401. Public hears will be held Thursday, June 21 at 5 p.m. and Wednesday, June 27 at 10 a.m. at the MPC hearing room, 112 E. State St. Call 651=1452.

Coastal Democrats Contact Maxine Harris at 352-0470 or R1999MHAR@aol.com..

Drinking Liberally Promoting democracy one pint at a time - share politics while sharing a pitcher. This is an informal gathering of like-minded, left-leaners who may want to trade ideas, get more involved and just enjoy each other’s company. Meets the first and third Thursdays of the month at 7:30 p.m. at WG’s Tavern, 17 Lincoln St. For information, visit www.DrinkingLiberally.org or send email to august1494@excite.com for location of the meeting.

Indy Media Film Night View films produced by independent journalists, media activists and organizations the first Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. at The Sentient Bean, 13 E. Park Ave. Presented free of charge by Fear No Arts Media. Visit www.fearnoarts.com for film listings and dates or e-mail fearnoarts@ gmail.com.

League of Women Voters 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 anyone 18 and older.

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Libertarian Party of Chatham County meets the first and third Thursday at 8:30 p.m. at Chinatown Buffett, 307 Highway 80 in Garden City. Purchase of a meal gets you in. Call 308-3934 or visit http://www.nodebts.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 meets the second Thursday of the month at 6 p.m. at The Sentient Bean, 13 E. Park Ave. For info, call Heather Holloway at 352-4052 or heather.holloway@ppfa.org. Volunteers are needed for Planned Parenthood, and will meet the second Thursday at 6:30 p.m. at The Sentient Bean. For information about volunteering, call Heather Holloway 3524032 or heather.holloway@ppfa.org.

Savannah Area Republican Women meet the first Wednesday of every month at the Johnny Harris Restaurant Banquet Room on Victory Drive. The social starts at 11:30 a.m. and lunch is at noon. The cost is $13 at the door. Make reservations by noon on the Monday preceding the meeting by calling 598-1883.

Savannah Branch NAACP For information, call 233-4161.

Savannah Republican Club Meets every second Tuesday of the month.

Call 927-7170.

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

Skidaway Island Democrats Call Tom Oxnard at 598-4290 or send e-mail to oxhouse@aol.com.

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Walk for Women’s Lives Georgians for Choice will hold its fifth annual march on March 25 at the Georgia State Capitol in Atlanta.

Auditions

AASU Summer Theatre The Armstrong Atlantic State University Department of Art, Music & Theatre will hold auditions for three summer theater productions on June 4 and 5 in Jenkins Theater. The productions are Maxwell Anderson’s The Bad Seed, Noel Coward’s Private Lives, and Joseph Kesselring’s Arsenic and Old Lace. Auditions are open to the public, as well as AASU students, faculty and staff. Call 927-5325 weekdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Aspiring Artists Looking for a keyboard player, electric guitarist, drummer and bassist for an R&B/Soul group. Contact writinglive@yahoo.com.

Beehive the Musical Auditions for the Savannah Community Theatre summer kick-off show will be held June 4 and 5. The theater is located at 2160 E. Victory Dr. Call 898-9021.

Local Gigs Looking for a drummer, lead singer, bassist and guitarist to play locals shows. Cover songs, maybe some originals. Inspirations include Rage Against the Machine, 311, Rancid, Clash, Misfits, etc. Open to suggestions. Must not be overly weird. Contact dskalak03@hotmail.com or 219-4498.

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Fund Raisers

I Sold It on eBay for Coastal Pet Rescue Starting June 1, I Sold It on eBay will begin accepting items on behalf of Coastal Pet Rescue. Donors may bring any item valued at more than $40 to the I Sold It On eBay store located next to TJ Maxx in Savannah Centre. The item will be listed and proceeds will go directly to Coastal Pet Rescue. Call 351-4151 or 353-7633 or visit www.coastalpetrescue.org or www.isolditsavannah.com.

Loco’s Walk & Day to Fight FA will be held June 2 at Forsyth Park.

Registration begins at 9 a.m. Cost is $18 adults, $9 children and $50 for a family of four in advance and on the day of the race, $20 adults and $10 child or $55 for a family of four. Early registration forms are available at Loco’s, The Athlete’s Foot and Specialty Sports. On June 3, there will be a silent auction, live music and a wing eating contest at Loco’s Grill & Pub, 301 W. Broughton St and 8108 Abercorn St. Proceeds will go to Friedreich’s Ataxia Research Alliance. To donate or obtain more info, contact Lindsay Ashman at 657-0676 or Jen Campbell at 272-9856.

Project Linus Volunteer “blanketeers” are asked to participate by donating new, handmade, washable blankets that have been knitted, crocheted or quilted. The mission of Project Linus is to provide a sense of warmth and comfort to children who are in need by providing them with blankets that have been lovingly handmade. Yarn, fabric and monetary donations also are accepted. Call Amanda Welch at 856-8041 or akwdoc@yahoo.com.

Recycle, Reduce and Reuse for Coastal Pet Rescue Coastal Pet Rescue is asking area businesses to collect ink and toner cartridges at their offices. This fund-raiser will help with regular vet care for rescued pets. Contact Becky Soprych at 351-4151 or becky@ coastalpetrescue.org to arrange for cartridge pickup.

Savannah Friends of Music will host an array of Parties a la Carte, ranging from a Mexican Fiesta to a Scavenger Hunt, to raise money to bring music to Savannah. Call Melissa Emery at 598-1883 for information or reservations.

United Way’s 15th Annual Golf Tournament will be held Monday, June 4 at The Club at Savannah Harbor. Lunch and registration are at noon and tee time is 1:30 p.m. Teams are being recruited now. For information, contact Penny Cox at 651-7720 or pcox@uwce.org.

White Bluff UMC Cookbook The Eve Circle at White Bluff United Methodist Church has compiled Eve’s Tasty Temptations, with 497 recipes from the congregation, family and friends. It sells for $15 with profits benefitting the Wesley Community Center. Call 925-5924 or send $17 to Eve Circle c/o White Bluff United Methodist Church, 11911 White Bluff Rd., Savannah, 31419.

Tybee Turtle Tour This program is sponsored by the Tybee Arts Association to raise money to help save turtles through ecological education in a public art forum. Fifty fiberglass statues of sea turtles have been placed around Tybee Island and vicinity, and volunteers are being sought to decorate them. Organizational meetings are being held Wednesdays at 7pm, at the old school behind the new gym on Tybee. Visit www.TybeeTurtleTour.org. The tour will be active through autumn, 2007.

Call for Entries

Coastal Pet Rescue will release its first fundraising cookbook, Kibbles N Bites, this summer. Recipe submissions are being accepted online at www. coastalpetrescue.org. Also, cover art submissions are being accepted. For information, call 351-4151 or visit www.coastalpetrescue. org.

Class Reunions

BC/SVA Class of ‘77 All graduates of Benedictine and St. Vincent’s Academy Class of 1977 are invited to the 30th class reunion July 6 and 7. A committee is needed to compile addresses and phone numbers of classmates.

Benedictine graduates should call 355-2626 or email mark@bouybrothersbuilders.com.

St. Vincent’s graduates should call Maureen O’Connor Simmons at 272-6808 or email msimmons77@comcast.net.

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AARP Senior Drivers Safety Program Instructors are needed to teach this program in Chatham, Bryan and Effingham counties.

For information, call Chuck at 598-1011.

Adult Education The Women’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.

The Art School Summer classes run for a week at a time.

Students attend Monday through Friday.

Morning sessions are 9 a.m. to noon and afternoon sessions are 1-4 p.m. The cost is $160 per week, including supplies. Classes are for ages 6-9 and 10-14. Themes are Creatures of the Carribbean June 18-22 and July 16-20, Mythical Beasts & Beauties June 25-29 and July 23-27 and Mad for Mod! July 9-13 and July 30 through Aug. 3. Life Drawing for Teens ages 15 and older will be held Aug. 20-24 from 1-4 p.m. The cost is $225, including supplies. That class will be taught by SCAD professor Jeff Markowsky.

Visit www.TheArtSchool-Sav.com or call 921-1151.

Art Studio Sessions Six-week sessions on Tuesday evenings or Wednesday mornings are offered at the Remshart Row Gallery and Studio on West Jones Street. Small groups. Oils, acrylics and pastels. Help and encouragement in creating successful artwork. Prior experience is helpful but not necessary. Tuition is $125. To register, call 234-5737.

Baby sign classes Savannah Speech & Hearing Center is offering Baby Sign classes for babies aged 8-14 months and their parents. The cost is $50, which includes materials. To register, call 355-4601.

Brush with Clay Classes in Raku, brush work, relief work, surface decoration, figurative and more in clay with individual attention are offered at CarosArt Studio by professional artist/clay sculptor Carolyne Graham. Costs $100 for 6 classes, or $30 per class. Clay supplies are extra. Call 925-7393 to register.

Construction Apprentice Program A free 16-week training program for men and women who have an interest in learning construction skills that will lead to career level jobs. Call Tara H. Sinclair at 604-9574.

Conversational Spanish Do you want to practice your Spanish?

Come to the mesa de espanol the second Thursday and last Friday of the month at 4:30 p.m. at The Sentient Bean, 13 E. Park Ave. For information, send e-mail to cafecontigo@gmail.com.

Davenport House Docent Training is conducted every February, July and October. Call 236-8097 or send email to jcredle@savbusiness.net.

Fall Visual Arts Classes The City of Savannah’s Department of Cultural Affairs is now registering students for its fall visual arts classes. Day and evening classes are offered in ceramics, painting, portfolio preparation, jewelry making and stained glass for children, teens and adults. All classes are held at S.P.A.C.E., 9 W. Henry St.Call 651-4248 or visit www. savannahga.gov/arts.

Fany’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.

First Steps -- Parents of Newborns This parent education and support program is based at St. Joseph’s/Candler. Registration for training for new volunteers is being accepted. Call 819-6910.

Free Tax School Earn extra income after taking this course.

Flexible schedules, convenient location.

The class is free, but there is a small fee for books. Call 352-3862 or visit www.libertytax.com.

Get Published Coaching and editing services by Christopher Scott, published author and long-time writing teacher. One-on-one coaching, manuscript editing for fiction, non-fiction, creative non-fiction and memoirs. Call 398-1727 or send e-mail to cscott613@comcast.net for details and rates.

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Space available soon for teachers - education, fitness, spiritual - of all types who need a space for their classes. Reasonable rates. Call Tony at 655-4591.

Guided Imagery Change your life with guided imagery. Ditch anxiety, manage deadlines, lose weight, recovery from surgery. Call the Alpha Institute, 927-3432.

Highest Praise School of the Arts of Overcoming by Faith is offering vocal, piano and dance classes that are open to anyone from Pre-K to adult. Visit overcomingbyfaith.org or call 927-8601.

Housing Authority of Savannah Classes Free classes will be offered at the Neighborhood Resource Center, 1407 Wheaton St. 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. The Community Computer Lab is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Choosing New Behaviors: Self Management of Anger will be held Thursday, May 24 from 2-3 p.m.

I-To-We Free Tele-Class Series for Couples Relationship coach Glenn Cohen will present a free one-hour tele-class every Tuesday at 9 p.m. Learn how to create a peaceful, joyous, passionate and loving relationships. Register at www.I-to-we-relationship-coaching.com.

Intro to Sea Kayaking Savannah Canoe and Kayak offers an introductory class on sea kayaking every Saturday. The $95 cost includes kayak, gear and lunch. An intermediate class is available on Sundays. Reservations are required. Call 341-9502 or visit www.savannahcanoeandkayak.com.

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Ursula Sterling at 598-8233 or send e-mail to sterling@bellsouth.net.

Introduction to Soul Coaching is an introduction to a remarkable book by Denise Linn that will be presented Thursday, May 31 from 5:30-7 p.m. at ICLC/Wisdom Center, corner of Drayton and 40th streets.

Self-examination questions, journaling and special activities will be presented. The lecture is free, but registration is required.

Call Barbara Harrison, Coastal Chi, 9610104 or coastalchi@comccast.net.

Joy & Vitality Inc. presents a line of attraction workshop that meets each Tuesday from 5:30-7 p.m. at a downtown location. Make all your wishes come true. Study and practice how you can have, do and be anything you desire. Call 656-8156. Space is limited. Cost is $10 per session.

Kicklighter Academy has immediate openings in its preschool for typically developing children from 6 weeks through 5 years of age. Call 355-7633 to schedule a tour.

Kitchens on the Square is a kitchenware store at 38 Barnard St. that offers two-hour cooking classes, which include copies of the recipes, a generous tasting of the dishes prepared with a beverage, and a 10 percent discount on items bought in the store, including the next cooking class. Healthy Italian Favorites will be presented June 13. .All classes begin at 6:30 p.m. and will be taught by Linda

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Life Challenge Consulting Engage yourself in life-changing strategies. Career; stress reduction; spirituality. Free initial half-hour consultation. Call Cindy Beach, M.S., at 429-7265.

Lift Smart Weight training for youths will be held June 3 from 2-5 p.m. at the Candler Wellness Center. The cost is $25 or $20 for groups of five or more with an organized team. Call 819-8800.

Mindfulness and Ordinary Recovery In depth exploration of the 11th step.

Meditation and contemplation instruction 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.

Newest Internet Trend Imagine 24 months to financial freedom, 645 percent growth and huge profits. Call 228-5649 to reserve a spot at a free information session.

Photo Safari with photographer Frank Barevich is an ongoing class offered in conjunction with the Savannah Art Association. Take photos in downtown and learn how to compose a photograph and shoot for the best effect.

Call 660-6994 or fbrab@comcast.net.

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ARIES (March 21-April 19): Though one of the closest stars to our sun, Teegarden’s star was unknown to astronomers until 2003. Located in the constellation of Aries, it’s a red dwarf with relatively modest heat and luminosity, and moves very fast compared to other stars.

Let’s make Teegarden’s star your metaphor of the month for June. I predict that you’ll discover and engage with a major presence that has always been close to you but low-key--a quick, understated influence that has never before captivated your attention.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): The editors of Harper’s magazine took a survey of American organizations devoted to bigotry. They counted 151 different neo-Nazi groups, 163 chapters of the KKK, 62 congregations of Christian Identity, 48 skinhead cults, and 29 black separatist movements. But five states harbored none of these groups at all-- Iowa, Alaska, Maine, and North and South Dakota. Racism undoubtedly exists there, but not so much that anyone feels a burning drive to formally organize the hatred. Take your cue from these relatively enlightened oases in the coming week, Taurus.

Be a master of peace, acceptance, compassion, and optimism--especially when you brush up against people who are exuding derisive, judgmental cynicism. Do it for your own health as much as for your environment’s.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): This week’s horoscope draws on the wisdom of Gemini philosopher Ralph Waldo Emerson. His soaring perspective is a perfect fit for your current astrological omens. Here’s the first: “All life is an experiment. The more experiments you make the better.” Emerson #2: “What is a weed? A plant whose virtues have never been discovered.” Here’s your third Emersonian clue: “He who is not every day conquering some fear has not learned the secret of life.” Let’s finish up with this battle cry, Emerson #4: “Do not go where the path may lead. Go instead where there is no path and leave a trail.”

Puppet Shows 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.

Riding Lessons Norwood Stables in Sandfly near the Isle of Hope is offering riding lessons for ages 6 through 76, including Hunt Seat (English) or Dressage. The stables also offers summer camps, rentals, leasing, boarding and horses for sale. For a tour, call 356-1387.

Savannah Entrepreneurial Center offers a variety of business classes. The center is at 801 E. Gwinnett St. Call 6523582.

Savannah Learning Center Spanish Classes Be bilingual. The center is located at 7160 Hodgson Memorial Dr. Call 272-4579 or 308-3561. e-mail savannahlatina@yahoo. com or visit www.savannahlatina.com. Free folklore classes also are offered on Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Savannah Shakespeare Festival Classes A scene study class with an emphasis on this year’s Shakespeare Festival production will be presented Sundays from 4-6 p.m.

The class is free and open to all local talent.

It will be held on Sundays at the STUDIO, 2805B Roger Lacey Ave. Call Mark Niebuhr at 695-9146.

Seventh Annual AASU Visual &

Performing Arts Camp for Children will run weekdays June 11-22. The camp is open to ages seven thru 13. Tuition and fees total $225. Applications are available at the AASU Fine Arts building. For info, call 927-5325.

ShapeDown Summer Camp A family-based, age-specific, behavior modification intervention that addresses food, activity, social and family issues. Call 819-8800.

Train Smart A strength and conditioning camp for kids ages 10-18 will be held June 6 through July 27 at the St. Joseph’s/Candler Wellness Center and adjacent Hull Field. The cost for four weeks is $70 and the cost for eight weeks is $130. Call 819-8800.

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.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Do you think you could arrange to drive a car equipped with a jet engine through desert salt flats at 200 miles per hour? Given the current astrological omens, that would be my first recommendation for you. If that’s not possible, would you consider enrolling in circus school and learning how to be safely and elegantly shot out of a cannon? And if neither of those two alternatives are likely, Libra, please somehow stir up a visceral sense of moving speedily toward the future.

is to prove him wrong: I want you to love me for making you really think. In the hope of accomplishing this goal, I’m giving you the assignment of revising two of your long-standing opinions or theories about the way the world works. As you aggressively seek out the information that will help you change your mind, try to feel tender compassion for me, the wise guy who’s asking you to undertake such an arduous and potentially rewarding task.

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AASU Sci-Fi Fantasy Club This is an official student club of Armstrong Atlantic State University that accepts non-students as associate members. It is devoted to the exploration and enjoyment of the genres of science fiction and fantasy.

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CANCER (June 21-July 22): In her CD *Spiritual Madness: The Necessity of Meeting God in Darkness,* Caroline Myss tells us that wading through messy darkness is an essential part of our search for meaning. She doesn’t recommend that we avoid chaos at all costs, or even just accept it with resignation. Rather, we should welcome it as a gift that can teach us crucial secrets about how to become ourselves. I agree with Myss. That’s why I advise you not to resent the confusion before you. And don’t just mindlessly clean it up as fast as you can, either.

Instead, dive into it. Celebrate it. Allow it to change you into a riper, wiser, more beautiful soul.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): “Dear Rob: Thanks for writing your horoscopes. You make me laugh even when life is pelting me with stones. You comfort me, teach me, bring me back from deluded daydreams, give me realistic goals to daydream about, kick my butt into gear when I need it, and tell me when it’s safe to kick others’ butts when they need it. You rock the foundations of my world! -Grateful Leo.” Dear Grateful: What’s amazing is that your allies and loved ones need you to bestow on them the exact blessings you’ve just ascribed to me. It’s prime time for you to be a towering role model, a servant of the greater good, the feisty leader of your tribe.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Your relationship with time seems to be one of your biggest problems. There’s never enough of it. You’re always fighting against the limitations it imposes. It frustrates you and even hurts you. But let me ask you this: Can you imagine yourself cultivating a more friendly and cunning relationship with time? Are you able to visualize the prospect of you and time becoming more like allies than adversaries?

How would it feel to regard time as a loving taskmaster that compels you to realize you can’t do everything and must therefore focus on only your brightest dreams and truest pleasures? This is a perfect moment, astrologically speaking, for you to attempt this magic.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): “Dear Rob: Can you give me a rational explanation for why Scorpio is the most hated and feared sign of the zodiac? When I tell someone I’m a member of that tribe, the usual reaction is along the lines of ‘Ooohhh, a Scorpio,’ in the same way someone would say ‘Ooohhh, a horribly disfigured, compulsively evil, sexually deviant sideshow freak.’ -Sick of Being Dissed.” Dear Gorgeous Crafty Rebel Lover: I have some good news for you. 2007 is Scorpio Rehabilitation Year, and June is Scorpio Glorification Month. To take advantage of these milestones, all you need to do is vividly express your most beautiful qualities. Leave the rest to the universe.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Here are a few of the fine improvements I expect you to have accomplished by the end of June: tips on how to live well in two worlds; an addition to the reasons why people find you attractive; a crash course that helps you become more fluent in the language of intimacy; richer, more interesting feelings than you’ve experienced in a long time; and practical insights into how to avoid being flustered by paradoxes that have driven you crazy in the past.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): “If you make people think they’re thinking,” said author Don Marquis, “they’ll love you; but if you *really* make them think, they’ll hate you.” My objective in this week’s horoscope

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): When my friend Keith and I were in college in the early 1980s, we were extravagant ambassadors for poetry. On weekends we’d roam from party to party, reciting Neruda poems to audiences of drunk punks and declaiming Ginsberg verses as we teetered on the tops of cars. On occasion we’d scrawl our own poems on the walls of strange living rooms or improvise surrealistic spoken-word rants in the streets, begging for alms. Years later, I write a syndicated astrology column that might be described as a stealth poetry invasion, and Keith is a producer for a national news broadcast, onto which he sometimes brings noted poets to close the show with a lyrical splash. So now I ask you, Aquarius: What raw passion would you like to turn into a polished gig in the future? Now is a good time to make a deep commitment to it.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): “I usually solve problems by letting them devour me,” wrote Franz Kafka. That’s an interesting approach, I guess, and though it *might* work for a fire sign or air sign, it’s not a wise policy for you Pisceans. In fact, I urge you to fervently resist any temptation you might have to allow your problems to gobble you up. On the contrary, be like a gargantuan sea monster in the midst of the perfect storm. Rise up as high as the dark sky and growl back at the thunder.

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Activities include book discussions, movie screenings, role playing game sessions, board and card games, guest speakers, episode marathons and armor demonstrations. Provides guest speakers to educators upon request. Call Michael at 220-8129, send e-mail to lightmagus@yahoo.com or mccauln1981@hotmail.com. or visit http:// aasuscifi.proboards105.com/index.cgi.

Bike Night with Mikie is held 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.

Blackbeard’s Scuba Club Call Ryan Johnson at 604-5977.

Buy Local Savannah will meet May 31 at 11:30 a.m. at The Pirates House. Joe Ippolito, owner of River Horse Internet Marketing, will speak. The cost is $20 for members and $30 for non-members and includes lunch, drink and gratuity.

RSVP at www.buylocalsavannah.com.

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 Visit www.cbtc.org for meeting 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.

Code Pink is a women-initiated grassroots peace and social justice movement working to end the war in Iraq, stop new wars and redirect our resources into healthcare, education and other life-affirming activities. Meets the second Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. at Queenies To Go Go, 1611 Habersham St. Contact mimi.thegoddessfactory@gmail. com or visit http://fearnoarts.com.

Discussion Group for Unsung Heroes You may not require recognition but someone else may want to know your story and it could make a difference in your life.

Discussion groups or meetings will be set up. For info, send e-mail to unsung-heros@ hotmail.com.

English Style Table Soccer Savannah Subbuteo Club. Call 667-7204 or visit http://savannahsubbuteo.tripod.com.

Geechee Sailing Club meets the second Monday of the month at 6:30 p.m. at Tubby’s Tank House, 2909 River Dr. in Thunderbolt. Open to all interested in boating and related activities. Call 234-1903.

43 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.

Low Country Turners This is a club for wood-turning enthusiasts.

Call Hank Weisman at 786-6953.

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.

Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS) Meet new friends and enjoy a welcome break. Hear guest speakers on topics relevant to mothering, along with discussion time, creative activities and more, because mothering matters. Call for the location, date and time of the next meeting. MOPS is for all mothers with children from birth to kindergarten. Child care is provided. Visit www.mops.org or call 898-4344.

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.net.

PURE: Photographers Using Real Elements Join with other photographers and artists to celebrate the authentic photography processes of black and white film and paper development using chemicals in a darkroom. Help in the creation and promotion of Savannah’s first cooperative darkroom space to enhance the lives of working photographers and introduce the community to the magic of all classic photo chemical processes. Contact for next meeting time. Contact Kathleen Thomas at PUREdarkroom@gmail.com.

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 (weather permitting). Meets at 6 p.m. at Canine Palace, 618 Abercorn St. (Time changes with the season.) Call 234-3336.

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.

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Savannah Art Association meets the second Thursday of the month from 6-8 p.m. 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 Browns Backers This is an official fan club recognized by the Cleveland Browns NFL football team.

Meet with Browns fans to watch the football games and support your favorite team Sundays at game time at McDonough’s on the corner of Drayton and McDonough streets. The group holds raffles and trips and is looking into having tailgate parties in the future. Call Kathy Dust at 373-5571 or send e-mail to KMDUST4@hotmail.com or Dave Armstrong at 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 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 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 961-9913 or visit www.savannahjaycees. com.

Savannah Kennel Club The club meets monthly on the fourth Monday at 7 p.m. from September through May at Fire Mountain restaurant on Stephenson Avenue. Those who wish to eat before the meeting are encouraged to come earlier. Call 656-2410 or visit www.savannahkennelclub.org.

Savannah’s First Pug Playday This group meets every first Saturday at 10 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 Mike or Melinda at kennedy.mike@comcast.net.

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, in addition, the club hosts a variety of activities, tours and events that will assist you in learning about Savannah and making new friends. Call 351-3171.

Savannah Scooter Gang Connecting local riders to swap tips, stories, parts, mods and secrets. No obligation other than networking, and possibly arranging a monthly weekend ride to take over the streets downtown. Show off your scoot and ride with pride -- put ‘em in a line and watch the stares. Contact Travis at pittsil-

lustration@gmail.com or myspace.com/travispitts.

Savannah Shag Club offers shag music every Wednesday and Friday at 7 p.m. at American Legion Post 36 on Victory Drive.

Savannah Ski Club The purpose of the club is to bring all snow skiers/boarders in the Lowcountry area together, Membership is $30 for a single and $45 for a family. Call 713-7655 or e-mail SavhSkiClub@bellsouth.net.

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.

Sea Scout Venture Crew The Coastal Empire Council Boy Scouts of America has teamed up with the Tybee Light Power Squadron to organize a co-ed program for high school students that will give them an introduction to sailing, boating and water safety. Students must be currently enrolled in high school. Call 927-7272.

Tybee Performing Arts Society 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 you’re not having fun, you’re not doing it right. Call 272-9830 or send e-mail to spannangela@hotmail.com.

Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 671 meets monthly at the American Legion Post 135, 1108 Bull St. Call James Crauswell at 927-3356.

The Young Professionals of Savannah For information, contact Leigh Johnson at 659-9846..

Concerts

Violin Recital Ann Cafferty will give a violin recital June 1 at 7 p.m. at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Savannah, 307 E. Harris St. She will be accompanied by Barbara Roth on piano, Pete Berquist on bass and Julian Mullin on violin. Music for this program will include a suite from Gershwin’s Porgy and Bess, The Capriol Suite by Peter Warlock and the Bach Partita No. 3. Admission is free, and a reception will follow in the Fellowship Hall.

Dance

Adult Ballet Classes at Islands Dance Academy, 115 Charlotte Dr, Whitemarsh Island near Publix shopping center. Challenging, rewarding and fun.

All levels and body types welcome. $12 per class or $90 for eight classes. Beginner Adult Ballet is held Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Intermediate Adult Ballet is held Mondays and Wednesdays from 6:307:30 p.m. Intermediate/Advanced Adult 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. A

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variety of youth classes (ages 3 to teen) are available. Call Sue Braddy at 897-2100.

Adult Tap Classes The Gretchen Greene School of Dance is offering adult tap classes from June 5 to July 17. Beginner Level is Tuesdasy from 6-6:45 p.m. and Intermediate Level is Tuesdasy from 6:45-7:30 p.m. Pay by class or purchase a multi-class card at a discount. For information, call 897-4235 or visit ggsod.com.

Argentine Tango Practice and Lesson Learn the dance while having fun Sundays from 1:30-3:30 at the Doris Martine Dance Studio, 7360 Skidaway Rd. $2 per person.

Call 925-7416.

Basic Ballroom Class Learn the Samba and Waltz on Saturday, June 2 from 1-3 p.m. at the West Broad YMCA, 1110 May St. The cost is $3 and beginners and singles are welcome. Call 9619960 or 655-4985.

Breffni Academy of Irish Dance has opened a location in Richmond Hill and is accepting students. The academy is located at Life Moves Dance Studio, 10747 Ford Ave. For information, call Michael or Nicola O’Hara at 305-756-8243 or send email to Dance@BreffniAcademy.com. Visit www.IrishDanceClasses.com.

Flamenco Enthusiasts Dance or learn flamenco in Savannah with the Flamenco Cooperative. Meetings are held on Saturdays from 1 to 2:30 or 3 p.m. at the Maxine Patterson School of Dance. Any level welcome. If you would like to dance, accompany or sing, contact Laura Chason at laura_chason@yahoo.com.

Gretchen Greene School of Dance Summer Classes will offer ongoing classes during the summer for children ages 8 and up that will run June 5 - July 19. Classes for ages 12 and up are Advanced Ballet on Tuesdays from 4-5 p.m. and Advanced Jazz on Thursdays from 4-5 p.m.. Intermediate Jazz/Tap for ages 8 and up will be held Tuesdays from 5-6 p.m. All are open classes with no need to register, just show up and dance. For information, call 897-4235 or visit ggsod.com.

Mahogany Shades of Beauty Inc. offers dance classes, including hip hop, modern, jazz, West African, ballet, lyrical and step, as well as modeling and acting classes. All ages and all levels are welcome.

Call Mahogany B. at 272-8329.

Mommy and Me Dance Class Little dancers ages 18 months to 3 years get an introduction to dance and creative movement. Classes are Tuesdays from 10:3011:15 a.m. at the Gretchen Greene School of Dance, located on Wilmington Island. Call 897-4235 or visit www.ggsod.com.

Savannah Shag Club Savannah’s original shag club meets every Wednesday at 7 p.m. at the Doubles Lounge in the Holiday Inn Midtown and Fridays at 7 p.m. at American Legion Post 36 on Victory Drive.

Shag-Beach Bop-Etc. Savannah hosts Magnificent Mondays from 6:30-11 p.m. at Double’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

45 prices are from 6:30-10 p.m. and their are hors d’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.

The Studio Ongoing classes include Hip Hop/Funk on Tuesdays at 7 p.m. and Adult Beginner Ballet on Wednesdays at 6 p.m. There are a variety of advanced classes daily. The Studio is located at 2805 Roger Lacey Ave. just off the intersection of Skidaway and Victory. Call 695-9149 or 356-8383 or visit ww.thestudiosav.com.

Wheelchair and Disabled Ballroom Dance The Moon River Dancers now offer ballroom dance classes for people who are disabled. Classes are held the fourth Saturday of the month from 2-4:30 p.m. at Memorial Health’s The Rehabilitation Institute, 4700 Waters Ave. . For information, call Charleen Harden at 308-7307 or send e-mail to cwh0869@yahoo.com.

Youth Dance Program The West Broad Street YMCA, Inc. presents its Instructional Dance 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

7th Annual Southern Isles Bodybuilding and Figure

Taste of India Yes, we are OPEN Lunch:

Monday-Friday 11am - 3pm

Dinner:

Monday - Sunday 5pm-10pm

Daily Specials Full Liquor Bar

Same Location

401 Mall Blvd.

Savannah, GA 31406 (912) 356-1020 On the corner of Hodgson Memorial and Mall Blvd.

Championships will be held Saturday, June 9 at Armstrong Atlantic State University Fine Arts Auditorium. Pre-Judging is at 10 a.m. and the Finals/Show is at 7 p.m. Special door prizes, including a 1- night stay at the Forsyth Park Inn in Historic Savannah, will be given away at the finals as well as free smoothies from Smoothie King. For tickets, entries, or information, contact Tony or Mary Ann at 897-1263.

Film & Video

2007 Savannah Film Festival Passes on Sale The 2007 Savannah Film Festival will run Oct. 27 through Nov. 3. Passes range in price from $150 to $750 and are available now.

Call the Trustees Theater Box at 525-5050 or visit www.scadboxoffice.com.

UU Film Group meets the last Friday of each month. Movies range from foreign, documentary to the eclectic. There is no fee. Call for details at 655-0482 or e-mail savdeca@aol.com.

Fitness

A balanced life Student massage is offered at the Savannah School of Massage Therapy, Inc. Cost ranges from $30 to $40 for a one-hour massage and sessions are instructor supervised. Call 355-3011 for an appointment. The school is located at 6413B Waters Ave. www.ssomt. com.

Cardiorespiratory Endurence Training will be offered by Chatham County Park Services for persons 18 and up at Tom Triplett Park on Tuesdays from 5:306:30 p.m. and Thursdays from 8-9 a.m.

Participants should wear comfortable clothing and will be required to sign a waiver form before participating. All classes are free. Call 652-6780 or 965-9629.

Center for Wellbeing Hatha Yoga classes 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.

Dog Yoga The Yoga Room will hold a dog yoga class every first Sunday of the month at 2 p.m. at Forsyth Park. The cost is a $10 donation, with all donations given to Save-A-Life.

Bring a mat or blanket and a sense of humor. Yoga for dogs is a fun way to relax and bond with your four-legged pet. Great for all levels and all sizes. 898-0361 or www. thesavannahyogaroom.com.

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.

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classes Monday from noon to 1 p.m. $12 per evening class, $10 per lunchtime class. $75 for an eight-week session. Classes at The Yoga Loft at Womancare, 800 E. 70th St. Call Lisa at 398-2588.

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Space available soon for teachers - education, fitness, spiritual - of all types who need a space for their classes. Reasonable rates. Call Tony at 655-4591.

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&#x20AC;&#x2122;s at 6:15 am. Cost is $35 per month. Call Drew Edmonds at 3558111.

Kids Fitness An ongoing fitness class for kids 8-16 with weight concerns meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5-5:45 p.m. at the Candler Heart & Lung building. Call 819-8800.

Ladies Living Smart fitness club provides nutritional education and exercise to encourage lifestyle changes at the St. Josephâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s/Candler African-American Health Information and Resource Center, 1910 Abercorn St. at 5:30 p.m. Call 447-6605.

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

Meditation Class

Savannah Yoga Center is offering a meditation and Pranayama (breathing) class on Saturday mornings from 8:45 a.m.-9:15 a.m. from January through March. Led by Amanda Westerfield, the class is free with a suggested donation of $5 per class. All donations will go to Park Place Outreach, formerly Savannah Runaways. Each quarter, SYC will choose a different local charity to donate to.

Call Kelley J. Boyd at 441-6653 or visit www. savannahyoga.com.

Outdoor Fitness Boot Camp All fitness levels welcome. M, W, Th, F at 6 a.m. at Forsyth Park. Meet at the statue on Park Avenue. Also meets at 7:30 a.m. at Daffin Park at the circle near the playground. $150 for unlimited classes, $15 for a single class. To register, call Jennifer at 224-0406 or visit www.structurefitness.net.

Pilates Classes

are offered at the St. Josephâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s/Candler Center for WellBeing, Suite 203 of the Candler Heart and Lung Building, 5356 Reynolds St. Four sessions are $30, eight sessions are $50.

Pre-register by calling 819-6463.

Savannah Yoga Center From June 1 to Aug. 31, the schedule will be: Monday, 9â&#x20AC;&#x201C;10:15 am Dynamic Flow All Levels w/ Kristianne, 10:30â&#x20AC;&#x201C;11:45 am Level 1&2 Flow Yoga with Will, 12-1:15 p.m.Yoga Lunch Flow-Food for Body&Soul w/ Kate and 6:00-7:15 pm Gentle Yoga Flow w/ Heather; Tuesday, 9:30-10:30 am Community Flow Yoga w/ Amanda for $6, 6-7:30 pm hot Yoga Flow All levels w/ Kate; Wednesday, 7:30-9:00 am Sunrise Yoga All Levels w/ Will, 10:30-11:45 am Mommy and Baby Yoga w/ Betsy, 12:15-1:15 pm Restorative Yoga Hour w/ Amanda and 6-7:30 pm Yoga Basics w/ Kate; Thursday, 9:30 â&#x20AC;&#x201C;10:45 am Yoga Flow Level 1&2 w/ Amanda and 6:00 -7:30 pm Dynamic Flow Yoga All Levels w/ Kelley; Friday, 7:30-8:45 am Community Flow Yoga w/ Kelley for $9, 10â&#x20AC;&#x201C;11:15 am Dynamic Flow All Levels w/ Kristianne, 12-1:15 pm Iyengar Yoga All Levels w/ Laura (Iyengar Yoga w/ Laurathru end of June) and 12-1 pm Community Iyengar Influenced Yoga w/ Lynne for $6 (Community Iyengar Influenced Yoga begins Fri, July 6th); Saturday, 11 am to 12:30 pm All Levels Yoga Flow w/ Kelley; Sunday, 5-6:15 pm Mellow Yoga Flow All Levels w/ Heather, 6:30 -7:00 pm Community Meditation $6 w/ Heather (100% of proceeds go to the Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Advocacy Center.) Drop-ins are welcome.

The Savannah Yoga Center is located at 45 E. 40th St. Call Director Kelley Boyd at 4416653, email kelley@savannahyoga.com or visit www.savannahyoga.com.

Senior Power Hour is a program for people over 55. Health and wellness professionals help reach fitness goals. The program may include, but isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t limited to, strength training, cardio for the heart, flexibility, balance, basic healthy nutrition and posture concerns. Call 8987714.

Tai Chi Classes are offered Mondays and Fridays 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.

Teen Yoga Class Savannah Yoga Center is offering a class for teens 13 and up on Thursdays from 4:15 to 5:15 p.m. The cost is $13 per class, $11 with a student ID, or an 8, 12 and 20-class card can be purchased for a discounted price.

Call Kelley J. Boyd at 441-6653 or visit www. savannahyoga.com.

Water aerobics at the JEA The Jewish Educational Alliance is offering aquatics classes. Call Shannon at 748-2393.

Women on Weights is a series of one-hour training sessions led by a certified personal trainer who develops different routines throughout the month.

The routines may include but arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t limited to strength training, cardio training for the heart, flexibility, balance and weight management. Meets twice a week for a one-hour session. Call 898-7714.

Yoga For Round Bodies Explore yoga postures for the fuller figure while experiencing stress relief and the healing power of yoga. Six-week session is $70. Classes at The Yoga Loft at Womancare, 800 E. 70th St. Call Lisa at 398-2588.

Yoga On the Beach at Tybee will be offered Wednesdays from 7-8 a.m. on an on-going basis through the summer.

Come ot the North Beach parking lott, first beach walkover. Drop-ins welcome and encouraged. Cost is $10 per class. Class cards are available. Multi-Level Hatha I & II in the Integra Yoga style. The instructor is Ann Carroll. Call 704-7650 or e-mail ann@ aikyayoga.com.

The Yoga Room Monday: Vinyasa all levels from 5-6:15 p.m., Open Flow all levels 6:30-8 p.m. Tuesday: Open Flow all levels from 6-7:30 p.m.

Wednesday: Yoga Flow Level I from 1011:30 a.m., Open Floor all levels from 6:30-8 p.m., Thursday: Power Yoga from 6:30-7:45

p.m. Friday: Yoga Flow Level Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;from 6-7:30 p.m. Saturday: Yoga Flow Level I from 1011:15 a.m., Power Yoga from 11:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. Sunday: Vinyasa all levels from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Drop-ins welcome.

Single class $12, 8-class package for $75 and 15-class package for $120. For location and class schedule, visit www.thesavannahyogaroom.com or call 898-0361.

Yogalates Classes are offered by St. Josephâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s/Candler Center 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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First City Network Board Meeting Meets the first Monday at 6:30 p.m. at FCNâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s office, 307 E. Harris St., 2nd floor. 236-CITY or www.firstcitynetwork.org.

Gay AA Meeting meets Sunday and Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. at 307 E. Harris St., second floor. For information, contact Ken at 398-8969.

Georgia Equality Savannah is the local chapter of Georgiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s largest gay rights group. 104 W. 38th St. 944-0996.

Savannah Pride, Inc. meets on the first Wednesday of every month at 6:30 p.m. at the FCN office located at 307 E. Harris St. Everyone is encouraged to attend, for without the GLBT community, there wouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be a need for Pride. Call Patrick Mobley at 224-3238.

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Meets every Thursday at 7 p.m. at the FCN Headquarters, 307 E. Harris St., 3rd floor.

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What Makes A Family is a childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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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Better Speech and Hearing Month Savannah Speech and Hearing Center is hosting an open house every Thursday in May from 9-11:30 a.m. with complimentary hearing screens and hearing aid checks.

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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.

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 tests and mammograms. Call 692-1451 to see if you qualify for services. Located at 310 Eisenhower Dr., No. 5, Medical Center.

Diabetes and Healthy Eating is a seminar that will be presented May 31 from 5:30-7 p.m. at the African-American Health Information and Resource Center, 1910 Abercorn St. Call 447-6605.

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.

Every Step Counts Survivor Walk This monthly cancer survivorsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; walk is free and open to all survivors and their loved ones. Call DeDe Cargill at 398-6654.

Free blood pressure checks and blood sugar screenings are conducted at three locations within St. Josephâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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. Josephâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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. Maryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Community Center at 812 W. 36th St. Call 447-0578.

Free hearing & speech screening Every Thursday morning from 9-11 a.m. at the Savannah Speech and Hearing Center, 1206 E. 66th Street. Call 355-4601.

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.

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Space available soon for teachers - education, fitness, spiritual - of all types who need a space for their classes. Reasonable rates. Call Tony at 655-4591.

HIV/AIDS and STD awareness training 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.

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Kidney/Pancreas Transplant Clinic is offered by St. Josephâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s/Candler and Emory.

Patients can receive pre and post-operative care at the clinic rather than travel to Atlanta. Call Karen Traver, R.N. Transplant Coordinator, at 819-8350.

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, 927-3432.

Mammograms St. Josephâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s/Candler will be performing mammograms to screen for breast cancer in its mobile screening unit. Mammograms will be performed June 5 and 19 at the SJ/C Medical Group in Rincon. Mammograms will be performed June 6 and 20 at SJ/C Medical Group in Pembroke. For appointments, call 819-6800. SJ/C accepts most insurance plans. Financial assistance is available to women who qualify.

Memorial Health blood pressure check are offered free every Tuesday and Thursday from 7:30-9:30 a.m. at GenerationOne. 3507587.

Memorial Health CPR training 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.

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Memorial Health SETâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;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.

Minimally Invasive Lung Surgery: The New Frontier is a free seminar that will be presented Tuesday, June 5 at 7 p.m. in the Marsh Auditorium at Candler Hospital by Dr. Marc Bailey. For reservations, call 819-3368.

Narcotics Anonymous When at the end of the road you find that you no longer can function with or without drugs, thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a simple, spiritual, non-religious program known as Narcotics Anonymous. Call 238-5925 for the Savannah Lowcountry Area Narcotics Anonymous meeting schedule.

Pain in the Neck Month Spine & Sport is recognizing April as Pain in the Neck Month by providing stretches for the neck and information about how posture can cause or prevent neck pain. Visit www.spinesport.org or visit the Wilmington Island office in the Kroger Shopping Center or the Rincon office in Goshen Commercial Park. Call 826-3797 or 898-7714.

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.

The Quit Line a toll-free resource that provides counseling, screening, support and referral services for 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.

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CHA, 2 F/P, large back porch, Only two years old. courtyard and offstreet parking. $1500/month. $1350. Contact 912-220-1020.

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Apartments for Rent FURNISHED EFFICIENCY at 37th and Drayton. All utilities included. $185/week, $668/month. Call seven days a week 912-231-9464.

MIDTOWN 2 bedrooms, 1 Bath plus Sunroom. Renovated, central heat/air. $650 monthly.

Call 912-429-9600.

Q U E E N A N N V I C TO R I A N HOUSE! Large 1 bedroom apartment. Living room, dining room, large kitchen area.

Washer/dryer, updated kitchen, central heating/air - water included! $700/month. Call 912-233-5246.

234-0606 4601 Battey Street Large 2 BR, 1 Bath apartment with a separate dining room, wall-to-wall carpet, kitchen with stove, refrigerator and dishwasher, W/D connections, and offstreet parking. Across from Jacob G. Smith Elementary and walking distance to Habersham Village. Cats OK. AVAILABLE JUNE 2007. $675/mo.

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44 Thackery Place Thackery Place is between Bull and Montgomery off of 61st Street. Close to Montgomery Hall and Habersham Village.Spacious 3 BR, 2 BA apartment (over 1,400 sq ft) with a formal dining room, new wall-to-wall carpet, central H/A, kitchen with stove and refrigerator, W/ D connections, off street parking. No Pets. $750/mo.

48 Thackery Place S p a c i o u s 3 B R , 2 BA apartment (over 1,400 sq ft) with a formal dining room, wall-to-wall carpet, central H/A, kitchen with stove and refrigerator, W/ D connections, off street parking. No Pets. $750/mo.

12 West 40th Street Beautifully renovated 2 BR, 1BA upper half of duplex in the Starland District.

Features include formal LR, with a front balcony, formal DR, refinished heart pine floors, ceiling fans, bathroom and kitchen with ceramic tile floors, separate laundry room and private courtyard.

C H/A, total electric and paid security system. Petfriendly. AVAILABLE MIDJUNE 2007. $1,000/mo.

17 East 33rd St. www.sicaymanagement.com

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Broughton St. Loft- JUST REDUCED!!!

Walk to the PARK. $1,075,000. Once block walk to Forsyth Park.

Tennis, basketball, jogging, much more! Two units on each end and one town home in the middle. Great investment opportunity. All electrical, plumbing, and HVAC updated. Turn into condos or rentals.

Motivated seller. Bring all offers. Contact Alex Grikitis, 912-2220-1700.

Location. Location. Location. 104 Tybrisa St. In the heart of Tybee’s commercial district minutes from the pier. Zoned C-1. Currently 6-room inn. A number of possibilities including mixed-used commercial on bottom, residential on top. Owner/ agent. $720,000. Please contact Alex Grikitis, 912-220-1700.

101. W. Broughton St, unit 302; top floor corner loft at the intersection of Broughton & Whitaker. 2BR/1BA with windows in every room.

Sunlight drenched. 11’ ceilings, hardwood floors. 908 sft. Walk to it all! Asking $335,000. Contact Lori Judge, 912-484-1514. MLS# 22469.

Hentry Place Condominiums

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308 E. President St. Townhouse

654-656 East Henry St-A new condo conversion. Four 2 bed / 1 bath condos on beautiful East Henry Street. Video surveillance and home security, Large front porches, off-street parking, updated kitchens and baths, hardwood/ tile/carpet floors, laundry rooms, and over 1200 square feet each. Pricing starting at $235,000. 2% closing costs and $1000 decorating allowance paid by seller. Contact Alex Grikitis, 912-220-1700 or Chris Smyth, 912-704-3800, and please visit henryplace.com for more information.

A gorgeously renovated historic building at 216 West Park Avenue.

Completely updated kitchens with stainless fixtures and appliances, shaker-style cabinets, baths with marble granite countertops & marble floors. Original hardwood floors throughout. Gas fireplaces, video surveillance & security, built-in surround sound & flat panel TV. All the bells and whistles!! 1750 to 3300 square foot units. Prices starting at $325,000. Great buyer incentive packages available along with preferred lenders. Please contact Alex Grikitis, 912-220-1700 or alex@ grikitisgroup.com, and be sure to visit 216west.com for further information.

Elegant townhouse in the hear of the historic district just steps away from Columbia Square. This home features 2BR / 2.5BA, original hardwood floors, gourmet kitchen, and private courtyard. Great Location!! $659,000. Contact Lori Judge, 912-484-1514. MLS# 27157.

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1711 Price St.

Beautifully restored 5000 sqft post civil war plantation home on 3.98 acres in downtown Ridgeland. Starting at 725,000. 6 bdrms, 3 full baths, 1.5 bath, wrap around porches, custom tile pool, carport, garage, boat storage, lrg oak trees, Four boat landings within 15 min drive. 35 min to Savannah, Beaufort, Hilton Head. Minutes to I - 95 much more!

4 Beautiful Condos on the water! 2Bed 2.5 Bath, 2 balconies per unit. Scenic view and landscape, security gated entrance, Plenty of parking. For more info check out www.CoastalRiverview.com.

Great commercial property right in the Thomas Square Historic Neighborhood. Entire tract includes 1711 Price, 1716 Habersham, & 410 34th St. 4,200sq.ft. comm. space & 2,200sq.ft. of warehouse space.

The remainder is vacant. For more info check out www.1711price.com.

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Great SCAD rental. Fully rehabed with original hardwoods, marble in kitchen and bath, stainless steel appliances. $1000/mo rental income. Carriage house not yet rented. Area of active restoration.

1404 E. 48th - $240,000. 2/2 with modern interior and 2 -story garage easily converted for rental income. OPEN SUN 2-4. Christi Oates, 695-5945.

347 Abercorn St. • Savannah, GA 31401 • 912-236-1000 Alex Grikitis • 912-220-1700 • www.GrikitisGroup.com

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