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art review

The life of Luther

One of the city’s most notable artists, Luther Vann, is the subject of an exhibit entitled ‘Elemental’ at the Jepson Center for the Arts.

Our resident critic explores Vann’s unique take on everyday life in Savannah.

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cover image: ‘all the things we are’ (forsyth Park) by luther vann

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The Ebony Hillbillies are part of the Telfair’s weeklong Juneteenth celebration | 9

David Bromberg brings his stringed instrument mastery to Randy Woods

Savannah Community Theatre takes on Noel Coward’s Blithe Spirit |

Carrie and the gang sex up the screen and the box office | 30

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Week at a Glance Wednesday Blue-Green Festival and Farmers Market

What: A new monthly event

celebrates the rebirth of America’s first experimental garden at Trustees Garden, featuring local organic growers, local food vendors, eco-artists selling their work. Local bluegrass musician and organic farmer Michael Maddox entertains 5-7 p.m.

When: June 4, 4-7 p.m.

Where: Trustees Garden, East Broad and Bay Streets.

Cost: Free to attend.

Info: 443-3277.

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Thursday

Summer Daily Cannon Firings at Old Fort Jackson

Nothing brings history to life more than the thunderous boom of a cannon blast.

When: Daily through July 31 at 10 a.m. and 2 and 4 p.m.

Where: Old Fort Jackson, 1 Fort Jackson Rd. off President Ext. Cost: $4.25, general admission, .$3.75 for students, seniors 55 and up, military, and AAA, Children 6 and under are admitted free.

Info: 232-3945.

MusicAlive!

Nationally renowned chamber musicians perform seven community concerts throughout Savannah. The program includes interactive engagement with children 4-15 years of age.

Instruments provided.

When and Where: June 5 at 4 p.m. at Oglethorpe Mall; June 6 at 7 p.m. at Savan-

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Jesus Christ Superstar: The Farewell Tour

Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s first musical.

When: June 5, 7:30 p.m.

Where: Johnny Mercer Theatre Cost: $50 orchestra, $40.00 mezzanine and $25 balcony.

Info: www.savannahcivic. com, 651-6556.

Little Theatre of Savannah: The Boy Friend

A musical, romantic spoof set in the 1920s.

When: June 5, 6 and 7 at 8 p.m. and June 7 and 8 at 3 p.m.

Where: Seaboard Freight Station Theatre, 703D Louisville Rd. Cost: $20 general admission, $15 seniors, military and students and $10 children.

Info: 642-4774, reservations@littletheatreofsavannah.org or www.littletheatreofsavannah.org.

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Psychotronic Film Society and the Coastal Jazz Association: My Name is Albert Ayler

A Swedish independent film profiling Albert Ayler, an avant-garde 1960s saxophonist whose free jazz style inspired many legendary jazz musicians.

When: June 5, 6 p.m.

Where: Telfair’s Jepson Center for the Arts, Neises Auditorium.

Cost: $7 at the door.

Info: 790-8800, www.telfair. org.

Murder Afloat

A 90-minute cr uise with professional actors who perform an original “whodunnit.” Guests are

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encouraged to follow the action throughout the boat, question the suspects, compare notes with other passengers, and solve the crime.

When: Every Thursday from 9:30-11 p.m. throughout the summer.

Where: The Georgia Queen Riverboat.

Cost: $26.95 adults, $18.95 children under 12.

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Friday Free Concerts in the Squares

Roger Moss Quintet performs.

When: June 6 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.

Where: Johnson Square.

Cost: Free.

Rhythm ‘n Shoes - a Dance Celebration!

Presented by the Savannah Children’s Theatre.

When: June 6 and 7, 8 p.m.

Where: Savannah Children’s Theatre, 2160 E. Victory Dr. Cost: $10.

Info: 238-9015, www.sa-

vannahchildrenstheatre.org

Savannah Sand Gnats

The Sand Gnats play the Charleston RiverDogs in three games, then face the Columbus Catfish in a fourgame series.

When: June 6, 7, 9, 10 and 12 at 7 p.m., June 8 at 2 p.m. and June 11 at 12:30 p.m.

Where: Grayson Stadium, 1401 E. Victory Dr. Cost: Box seats, $10; reserved, $8; general admission, $7; and seniors/ military/ kids 4-12 $5.

Info: 351-9150, www,.sandgnats.com.

First Friday for Folk Music 12th Anniversary Show

Presented by the Savannah Folk Music Society and featuring Chris Desa, Joni Bishop and Richard Stooksbury.

When: June 6, 7:30 p.m., Where: Wesley Monumental United Methodist Church, 429 Abercorn St. Cost: $2 suggested donation.

Info: 786-6953, www. savannahfolk.org.

First Friday Fireworks on the River Celebrate the end of the week with fireworks.

When: June 6, 9:30 p.m.

Where: River Street.

Cost: Free.

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Saturday First Saturday on the River and Savannah Safe Boating Day

Arts and crafts and live entertainment. The Coast Guard Auxiliary will entertain and educate the crowds with live rescue demonstrations and activities on the plaza.

When: June 7, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Where: River Street.

Cost: Free.

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Local organic and traditional produce, artists, food vendors, crafts people, musicians, street performers and storytellers.

When: May 31, 9 a.m. to noon, rain or shine.

Where: Starland district on DeSoto Avenue between Whitaker and Bull streets and 40th and 41st streets.

Cost: Free.

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13th Annual Savannah Asian Festival

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Info:www.savannahga.gov/arts.

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nah State University’s Kennedy Fine Arts Auditorium; and June 7 at 2 p.m. at the Con Ed Resource Center.

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Cost: Free.

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Where: Lucas Theatre.

Cost: Circus tickets are $12 and Showcase tickets are $7.

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First Saturdays for Kids This monthly program includes studio art workshops for ages 3-9, storytelling, and activities for children in ArtZeum. This month, children will create Christenberry houses based on the exhibition Passing Time: The Art of William Christenberry.

When: June 7, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

Where: Telfair’s Jepson Center for the Arts, Neises Auditorium.

Cost: Free.

I Know I’m Not Alone What: A documentary by

musician and human rights worker Michael Franti, who traveled to Iraq, Palestine and Israel to explore the human cost of war.

When: June 7 at 7 p.m.

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Savannah Community Theatre: Blithe Spirit

10th Annual Tybee Island Sea Kayak Races

Three races with staggered start times. The 6.5 mile Tybee River Race (10 a.m.), the 8 mile Little Tybee Challenge (10:30 a.m.), and the Race Across the River (12:30 p.m.).

When: June 7. Sign-in is from 8:30-9:30 a.m.

Where: AJ’s Dockside, 1315 Chatham Ave., Tybee Island.

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What: Noel Coward farce

Albert Ayler is the subject of a doc Thursday night

Tybee Annual Tour of Homes

All proceeds will benefit Hope House. Ticket price includes luncheon at St. Michael’s Gymnasium, 714 Lovell Ave., Tybee Island.

When: June 7, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Luncheon 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Cost: $25 advance purchase, $30 day of show. Tickets can be purchased in advance

Gretchen Greene Dancers

What: The company will present Circus of the Little Stars, its annual recital for preschool and kindergarten students, and Company Showcase 2008, featuring the debut of new pieces and favorites from the 07-08 season.

When: June 7. Circus will be presented at 3 p.m. and

about an author who hopes to boost book sales by holding a seance.

When: June 7, 12, 13 and 14 at 7:30 p.m. and June 8 and 15 at 3 p.m.

Where: Savannah Community Theatre, 2160 E. Victory Dr. Cost: Adults $25, seniors 55+/military $20, Sunday matinee/students/children $15.00 and Thursdays $10.

Info: www.savannahcommunitytheatre.com

Richard Leo Johnson in Concert

What: The guitarist will perform his own work, the works of Vernon McAlister, Charlie Shoe and others in the museum’s garden.

When: June 7 at 8 p.m.

Where: Ships of the Sea Museum, MLK Jr. Boulevard.

Cost: Free.

Info: 232-1511 or www.shipsofthesea.org.

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Sunday Bacon Park Forest Discovery Walk

What: This is the last walk

of the season. Children are welcome, but strollers don’t work well on the bumpy terrain. Pets on leashes also are welcome. Long pants, sturdy shoes, water and bug repellent are advised.

When: June 8 at 1 p.m.

Where: Meet at the Bacon Park tennis courts off Skidaway Road.

Cost: Free.

Info: 233-8733.

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Monday Juneteenth: African American Genealogy

What: Dr. Barnetta McGhee White conducts the workshop.

When: June 9, 6-8 p.m.

Where: Second African Baptist Church, 123 Houston St. Cost: Free.

Info: www.telfair.org

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Juneteenth: Andrew C. Marshall Walking Tour

What: Explore the story of urban slavery in 19th century Savannah.

When: June 10 at 10 a.m.

Where: Leaves from the Owens-Thomas House.

Cost: Free.

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editor’s note

by Jim Morekis | jim@connectsavannah.com

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Telfair celebrates Juneteenth for an entire week, including performances by the Ebony Hillbillies.

by Linda sickler

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We’ve all learned it by now: If you want to bring Savannah together, put on a free concert. In what’s now a happy annual occurrence, thousands of voluble music fans got together last week in Forsyth Park for SCAD’s “graduation” concert, which has morphed into a municipal celebration of sorts that for most of us is only tangentially related to the commencement exercise.

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Natasha Bedingfield isn’t my cup of tea — as British R&B goes, we’ve all heard far better — but the crowd certainly seemed appreciative.

Or at least as appreciative as modern crowds, texting and making cellphone calls the whole time, can get.

In previewing the event in last week’s issue, our music editor Jim Reed again brought up the issue of diversity in relation to the SCAD event. Diversity is certainly desirable, but I’m not sure that in determining the lineup for its graduation concert SCAD has any obligation to consider diversity other than what would address the needs of its student body. It’s a public

event, yes, but not expressly a taxpayer-funded one other than the involvement of Forsyth Park itself.

In any case, as Jim mentioned, certainly the concert’s past lineup has been extraordinarily diverse from a racial angle: James Brown, George Clinton, Ziggy Marley, and the Neville Brothers have all performed. Goodness, it doesn’t get any more racially diverse than that, does it?

I would hope that most of us are finally at the point of realizing that diversity isn’t always a racial thing. There are plenty of other kinds of diversity to take into account, from gender to

age to culture to sexual preference to political leanings to points beyond.

Having an all-female bill, as was the case in Forsyth Park last week, would seem to me to be honoring another, very important aspect of diversity, regardless of the race of the artists.

On a less serious note, the Natasha Bedingfield concert seemed diverse in another way as well, in educational institutions. I saw far more Georgia Southern and high school students — with some even younger — than I did SCAD students. Perhaps the plan of giving SCAD students preferred seating kept their presence less noticeable — out of sight, out of mind, and all that — but it certainly seemed as if the non-SCAD component of the audience massively outnumbered the college’s presence.

If that’s the case, and we’ve seen the phenomenon before in prior SCAD shows in the park, some might wonder why the college goes to the expense and bother.

I don’t think I’m alone in viewing the annual concert as a meaningful and beneficial act of community relations on the part of SCAD. I think there’s little doubt that the concerts have done a lot to win people over to the college who otherwise have little or no link to it, and I hope the concerts continue into the future.

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Democracy Now! Editor, I would like to suggest that your paper begin to carry the syndicated weekly news column of Amy Goodman of Democracy Now!, a national, daily, independent news program.

If you aren’t familiar with Democracy Now! go to www. democracynow.org and listen/ watch the radio news hour that Amy Goodman hosts with Juan Gonzalez. This is where I’ve been catching it for weeks.

Their radio program is carried on over 700 public and university radio stations nationwide and has won numerous awards for journalism. They bring to the public otherwise censored or ignored stories and points of view which we desperately need in these times of war and crisis.

Now, she has a syndicated newspaper column, and you can get it from King Features. You can see a sample on the Democracy Now! site.

It’s unfortunate that Savannah public radio does not as yet carry the news hour, but I’m going to

try to encourage it to do so, in the public interest. Anyone else who feels the same way should also contact the WSVH station.

I really hope this paper will show the way forward by running Goodman’s column. We all enjoy the cultural articles, but we are now suffering a desperate need for independent reporting on national and international news in the Savannah area. It would round out the paper’s coverage immensely and add to its worth.

Adam Curtiz

Pining for Woody Editor, With the annual shoveling of big budget Hollywood crap being thrown at us over the subsequent months to follow, having received ample ink play on the pages of your paper (summer preview, hot and heavy) how could you not even mention the latest offering from one of the most prolific filmmakers of our time? Granted his films of late may not have been up to par. With two of the last three being new versions of older themes without the jokes.

But at any rate the merit of his past films warrants at least a few lines of ink. Rumor has it, with this latest contribution being received well at its Cannes premiere, that the little neurotic Jew with the thick-rimmed glasses is back in form and the jokes have made a triumphant return. Plus with a new film, an all out comedy shot in New York starring Larry David no less, on slate for a 2009 release this may mark the beginning of his final hoorah. Yes I am talking about Woody Allen and his new film Vicky Christina Barcelona (August 29th). And yes it deserves a review.

Patty O’Hayes

Kokopelli memories Editor, It’s a sad day for Savannah when a venue as classy as Kokopelli’s closes. Savannah deserves the singular elegance of the venue, the memorable quality of the music featured, and the warmth of the hospitality that was enjoyed.

Eldon Kennedy

Groomed for success Editor, We at Barka Barkstar Pet Salon wanted to send you a sincere thanks for mentioning us as Runner Up for Best Grooming in the 2008 issue. However, you misspelled our name. We are most honored by this achievement since we have only been open a few months. We really are the Best in Savannah but you will know that next year!

Rene Herrin Barka Barkstar

Disappointment by design Editor, I was disappointed to see no recognition for Best Web Design/ Development (or Best New Web Design/Development Firm), or Print Design for that matter in you 2008 Best of Savannah list.

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Telfair observes Juneteenth with a week of activities by linda sickler | linda@connectsavannah.com

Over two months after Lee surrendered at Appomattox, slaves in Texas were the last to hear about the Emancipation Proclamation, made by Abraham Lincoln two years before.

On June 19, 1865, Union Gen. Gordon Granger and 2,000 federal troops arrived on Galveston Island to enforce the emancipation of its slaves, who rejoiced in the streets after hearing the news.

For many, June 19 since has become known as Juneteenth, a celebration of freedom. Juneteenth is celebrated in a variety of ways in a variety of communities. Now Savannah can be added to the list.

The Telfair Museum of Art will hold a week-long Juneteenth Celebration June 9-14, and each event is free and open to the public. The celebration is being organized

by Vaughnette Goode-Walker, interpretative project manager at the Telfair’s Owens-

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Thomas House, in conjunction with the house’s reinterpretation project.

Goode-Walker is working to incorporate the African Americans who once lived and worked at the Owens-Thomas House.

“We want to commemorate the people who lived in 1870 at the Owens-Thomas House, at least the enslaved people who were still there,” she says.

Other events include: An African American genealogy workshop led by Dr. Barnetta McGee White June 7 from 6-8 p.m. at the Second African Baptist Church, 123 Houston St. on Greene Square; an Andrew C. Marshall Walking Tour exploring urban slavery in the 19th-century, June

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June 13 at 6 p.m., The Ebony Hillbillies will perform at Telfair’s Jepson Center for the Arts. “They are one of the few contemporary African-American string bands in existence,” Goode-Walker says.

The grand finale will be held June 14 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. with Juneteenth Celebration Family Day at the OwensThomas House. “The activities will include a libation ceremony and prayer in Ogletho-

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rpe Square,” she says. “We’re going to close a portion of President Street and have a tent with activities for young people.”

The Ebony Hillbillies will return to give a music demonstration, storytellers will be on hand to weave tales, and there will be performances by the African Tall Spirit Stilt Walkers. Free tours of the OwensThomas House will be offered, and there will be a reenactment of a “Jumping the Broom” ceremony, or wedding ceremony.

“I would love to have a real wedding performed that day,” Goode-Walker says.

“Unfortunately, we couldn’t find anyone who would do it.

Harry DeLorme, the Telfair’s Senior Curator of Education, says the Juneteenth Celebration provides an important opportunity for the Telfair.

“The Owens-Thomas House has been undergoing a couple years of planning and preparation, testing of programs and looking at providing a more complete tour of the site,” he says. “The house has the only surviving urban slave quarters on view to public.”

Imani Mtendaji will tell stories at the Family Day event. “I hope people will take away an appreciation of the hardships suffered by people of African descent then and how they’ve been able to rise above the ills of slavery.”

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Biofuel from algae has re-emerged in the news as a promising alternative to traditional sources of energy. Many experts believe that algae will eventually surpass all other biofuel feedstocks as the cheapest and most environmentally-friendly way to produce liquid fuel.

Corn is currently the only commercially-viable source of ethanol fuel production, but it is an environmentally-taxing process. Growing demand for corn due to the expansion of ethanol has increased concerns that environmentally sensitive lands will return to production. These lands have the potential for environmental damage if they are farmed. In addition, the use of corn for ethanol greatly reduces its availability for food products, thus generating higher food prices for consumers.

There are other, more environmentally-friendly ways of producing ethanol.

Much of the ethanol industry is focused on the potential of converting cellulose to ethanol. This includes materials such as corn stalks, wheat straw, grasses, trees, etc.

Cellulose ethanol production would allow farmers to harvest perennials appropriate for their area, rather than forcing corn onto lands that are not well-suited to support it. The energy bill signed into law last year requires that 44 percent of ethanol be derived from cellulose by 2022.

Production of cellulose ethanol, however, is still at an experimental stage and faces a number of challenges. Ultimately, however, if researchers can streamline the process, then ethanol could be made from a variety of plant materials.

The notion of using vegetable oil for fuel has been around as long as the diesel engine. The main source of food oil based biodiesel is the soybean, but unless soybean oil prices decline dramatically, biodiesel cannot be produced in large quantities at a cost that is competitive with petroleum diesel.

Algae, on the other hand, can be used to produce biodiesel fuel and has a potential energy yield many times higher than that of soybeans. An average acre of algae grown today for pharmaceutical industries can produce 5,000 gallons of

biodiesel each year. Algae need only sunlight, water, nutrients, and carbon dioxide to grow, have extremely fast growth rates, and some types of algae comprise 50 percent oil. It should not come as a surprise, then, that algae is being viewed by some as an attractive alternative to vegetable crops for energy production.

In fact, this knowledge is nothing new. The US Department of Energy began investigating algae in the 1970s.

The Aquatic Species Program, as it was called, grew algae in open pond test sites in Hawaii, California and New Mexico.

Although the project achieved maximum yields of more than one hundred times that of oil palm (oil palm is among the most efficient of conventional crops) the program was abandoned in 1996 because the low cost of crude oil made it difficult for alternative fuels to compete and because of inadequate knowledge of the biology involved in alternative fuel production.

As oil and food prices recently began to increase, small algal fuel producers have arisen. Nevertheless, algae still has not been proved as an economic proposition. The challenge is coming up with economical systems.

The algae-to-biofuels community is mainly focused today on super strains cultivated in bioreactors (vessels in which biochemical processes are carried out).

Using this technology, commercially-viable production of biofuels is still years away. This may be true when it comes to the use of bioreactors, but some experts claim that open-pond systems are commercially viable now and that these systems may be the only hope for keeping capital costs low enough for algae-to-biofuel technology to be commercially viable in the future.

An economic environment that can support low production costs, research expertise in marine algae, and in the conversion to a useful energy product, may all be key to the development of a commercially-viable algae-to-energy enterprise which would give us an abundance of local low-cost fuel.

James Sanders is Director of the Skidaway Institute of Oceanography, an autonomous research unit of the University System of Georgia.

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Road trip to Tune Town In mid-May, after a weekend of meetings in a Macon conference center, I followed through on the oft postponed visit to the Georgia Music Hall of Fame, in search of a cultural antidote for hours spent in generic meeting space and meals at the Waffle House.

It’s always nice to spot a familiar face when traveling—especially when it’s Ben Tucker’s warm smile. A photograph of Savannah’s legendary jazz bassist beaming down from the wall was the first item I saw on display, just inside and on the left of the entrance to “Tune Town,” the Music Hall of Fame’s exhibit space occupying the bulk of their 43,000 square foot facility.

Tune Town depicts Main Street USA, but with a decidedly musical flavor.

Savannah travelers with a little of the homesick blues will find a stroll down this avenue to be just the cure they’re seeking.

Tucker’s picture was the first of many Savannah-area musical references scattered throughout the museum.

The first storefront of Tune Town, the Jazz and Swing Club, is a clapboard-sided “building” with cast iron second story balconies. A peek into one of the club’s “windows” reveals a black-and-white image of the late Johnny Mercer, peering out from behind a 1940’s era recording mic. His gaze looks just beyond a dress dummy wearing the late Emma Kelly’s well-known performance gown, a red sequined long sleeve number with a brocaded-and-beaded stole sewn onto the shoulders.

My next stop in Tune Town took me through the red vinyl quilted doors of the Rhythm and Blues Review, a speakeasy that showcases the likes of Ray Charles and James Brown. Listening stations arranged throughout the museum provide earphones to play CD’s while checking out memorabilia of the featured artist.

Another listening station gave me the chance to surf through Usher’s 2004 Grammy-winning CD Confessions—only recognizing the one-word hit “Yeah!” among the CD’s tracks.

If the Georgia Music Hall of Fame ever needs a new title, its board might consider “The Museum of Sparkly Clothing” as a legitimate alternative. In the speakeasy’s window overlooking the Tune Town street, James Brown’s wide shouldered, red sequined suit glowed, stopping traffic better than any street sign.

Across the “street” in the Vintage Vinyl record store, the displays of the Allman Brothers, REM, Widespread Panic and a host of critically acclaimed Athens 80’s bands are nearly overcome by the fashion glitz of the B-52’s, especially Cindy

Wilson’s yellow fringe “Shimmy” dress and Kate Pierson’s auburn beehive wig and red sequined hotpants outfit.

A quiet rest on the church pews of the Gospel Chapel was ideal for watching a brief documentary on the Georgia’s contributions to hymn writing and singing— starting with Savannah’s John Wesley, and highlighting Thomas A.Dorsey, who wrote over 1000 hymns.

But not even the Gospel Chapel is spared from the glittery fashion show. In the church narthex a tribute to gospel icon Dottie Peeples is mostly taken up by a stunning royal blue beaded full length gown enhanced with a feathery pattern in silver sequins from the hem across the sleeves and bodice.

Fringe and more beads are everywhere in the Skillet Licker Café, home to the Country and Western displays. Bill Anderson’s red western-style jacket with silk paisley lining was a fine compliment to two nearby gold records belonging to Brenda Lee. With time growing short, I hurried past the Gretsch guitar display, poked my head into a theater for a glimpse of a film featuring scenes of Savannah’s River Street and the Macintosh County Shouters, and looped through the children’s exhibit (strangely empty on a Sunday and slightly overwhelming with its full-on Disney sponsorship).

I reserved some quality time for Otis Redding: I’ve Got Dreams to Remember, a temporary exhibit through September 10. The show, which won the “Museum Exhibition of the Year” award from the Georgia Association of Museums and Galleries, includes memorabilia from Redding’s family and video footage of Redding’s television and Monterey Jazz Festival performances.

Like an encore at any concert, the museum gift shop offered some of the best of everything, including a knowledgeable and engaging clerk, who turned out to be Executive Director Lisa Love, filling in for an unexpected staff shortage.

Half an hour later, armed with a handful of Georgia products--CD’s by Redding, REM and Guadalcanal Diary, and an icy Coca Cola in a bottle--I turned the Subaru east onto I-16, turned up the volume, and headed for home, already looking forward to my next rest stop in Tune Town on a future road trip.

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‘Is this about the bank?’

A teller from a Waters Avenue bank branch told police a man had come in and tried to cash a forged check for nearly $2,000. A passerby said the man was running west on 63rd Street.

The suspect was found at the intersection of 63rd and Reynolds streets. An officer advised him he matched the description of a suspect.

He asked, “Is this about the bank?” and the officer replied, “Yes.” The man then said, “No problem. I’ll go back to the bank with you.”

The teller said the man had walked into the bank with a check. She called the downtown bank office to request approval and was told the check was fraudulent.

Then she realized two other checks had been cashed in the suspect’s name at the bank’s branches on Bull Street and Mall Boulevard. She said the suspect got very

nervous and kept saying, “Give me my check back, I have a kid in my car and I have to check on him.”

The teller then called police and the man left the bank, leaving the check, which was from a local company. The bank’s security office e-mailed two snapshots from each branch where the man cashed the other checks.

The officer attempted to question the suspect, but he was very uncooperative.

He said, “I cashed the checks, but only as a favor.”

When asked what else he could tell the officer, the man said he was paid $250 for each check he cashed. Two wads of money were found in the man’s pockets, each one containing $250, but he later recanted, saying the money was his personal money and not payment for cashing the checks.

He was placed under arrest and charged with three counts of forgery in the first degree.

• The manager of a West 57th Street apartment complex called police about problems with vandals.

The woman said she has been having problems with people breaking into the vacant apartments. She said the last time maintenance technicians checked two vacant apartments for damages, they found

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In one apartment, “f--k you” was written on the walls and the carpets were damaged. The stove had been turned on and left with a pan of bacon inside.

The manager said both apartments have been vacant for about a month.

She said the same person or persons may be responsible for throwing a brick through the window of the complex’s fitness center.

She said she believes the vandalism is being done by juveniles who have been caught in the units once before. However, she declined to have forensics done and said nothing has been taken from the apartments.

The manager said the complex doesn’t have and can’t afford a courtesy officer. She requested and was granted extra patrol of the complex.

• A West 41st Street resident called police after his residence was broken into for the second time in two weeks.

In the latest incident, the burglar or burglars moved a workbench from the back

yard to a window on the right side of the residence.

A rear window by the back door also was broken. The man said all that he noticed that had been stolen was an iPod. • A woman told police she was walking down East 54th Street when she saw a man who told her, “Don’t be comin’ round 55th no more” and struck her in the mouth. Small marks from the blow were visible on the inside of her lip.

The man told police that he and some friends were walking on East 54th Street when they saw the woman approaching.

They asked her where she was going, and the man said she said something “smart.”

He told her to shut up, and said that’s when she pushed him on his face. He said he told her to stop and pushed her back.

He said the woman then tried to grab him and when he moved, she scratched him on the chest and arm.

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I recently read that the city of Turin, Italy, had decided to use sheep to keep the grass in its parks trimmed. Being the lazy sort, I started to wonder: could my fenced quarter-acre backyard of Bermuda grass and crabgrass sustain a sheep?

—Chris A., Tulsa Yearning for the carefree life of a sheep owner, are we, Chris? Let’s just think this one through for a minute.

Your mix of crabgrass and Bermuda grass is a good one, as it happens: crabgrass continues to grow in hot summer weather when other grasses enter a dormancy period, while Bermuda grass can keep growing well into the autumn. Both kinds of grass come in assorted varieties with a broad range of growth rates: one sees figures between 6,250 and 13,310 pounds of dry mass per acre per year for Bermuda grass and anywhere from 1,000 to 12,000 for crabgrass. Well assume that (a) the grass you’ve got is in the middle of the pack yieldwise—maybe 6,500 lbs/acre/year for the crabgrass, 9,350 for the Bermuda—and (b) your yard is evenly split between the two types, meaning there’s an eighth acre of each. If so, your lawn could be expected to generate about 5.5 pounds of dry fodder a day. Since a mature ewe that’s neither pregnant nor nursing needs only 2.5 to 3 pounds of fodder daily, its reasonable to conclude that yes, your yard might be able to provide for a couple of sheep.

Of course this project won’t be a simple matter of backing the truck into the driveway and letting the animals hop out and do their thing. Once youve made sure your neighborhood is zoned for ruminants, youll have to sheep-proof the grounds, which means fencing off whatever vegetation you dont want the sheep to get at, as well as identifying and removing any toxic plants that might be growing on the premises. You’ll also need some kind of shelter to protect the sheep from the elements.

The next question is how many sheep you’ll need; the answer is two at a minimum. Though their famously low-key affect might suggest otherwise, sheep are gregarious creatures, and it’s unfair to ask them to work solo. (You

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may recall a 2001 study from the journal Nature in which British researchers reported that sheep shown photos of other sheep were able to recognize the faces of at least 50 individual animals; such sophisticated neural wiring, the authors argued, implies that ovine social life may be significantly more involved than we typically give it credit for.) It’d probably be best to start off with a pair of ewes and see how the lawn looks after theyve grazed it for a while.

To keep the grass suitably productive you’ll have to make with the nitrogen fertilizer, a pound per acre every growing day. (The sheep, of course, will contribute some fertilizer of their own, which you’ll have to look out for as you enjoy your yard.) Meanwhile, the animals will need to be watered, receive mineral supplements, get sheared.

Then there’s the issue of grass length management. In general, the ag experts say to achieve optimal yield you want the grass to be no less than three inches long. If your sheep make it shorter than that, you might need to team up with a few neighbors and shuttle the animals from lawn to lawn in ten-day shifts.

Pluses include splitting your maintenance costs and providing the sheep with a change of scenery; on the other hand, now you’re looking at potentially contentious meetings of the sheep co-op board, which may not be what you signed on for. But it’s key to avoid overgrazing, where the sheep trim the grass down so far that it can’t regrow.

This can become a particular problem as the weather gets cold—the grass stops growing but the sheep keep eating. At your latitude you should count on maybe 120 winter feed days a year, when your flock will have to subsist on hay or grain youve carted in.

If all this labor saving is starting to sound like a lot of work, you can do what they’re doing in Turin—namely, enlist someone else’s sheep rather than buy your own, letting the owner handle all the expensive and time-consuming upkeep. Or you can opt for hightech lawn care instead. The Swedish manufacturer Husqvarna makes a Roomba-style robotic unit that operates on a combination of solar and plug-in electric power; it’ll automatically trim the grass to a length of your choosing, periodically trundling back to its charging station as needed. Sure, you’ll be taking a big hit in the pastoral charm department, but I bet the tradeoff will look pretty decent on a February morning when you can sleep in rather than go outside and feed the lawn mowers.

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The U.S. military operates a beachfront vacation site for its personnel worldwide and their families at the Guantanamo Bay detention facility, with $42-a-night air-conditioned suites, surfing, boat rides, golf course, bowling alley and even a gift shop. One T-shirt for sale reads, “The Taliban Towers at Guantanamo Bay, the Caribbean’s Newest 5-star Resort.” News of the facility was not widely reported until a British lawyer who represents 28 of the nearly 300 detainees housed there described it to London’s Daily Mail in May.

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cused of passing forged checks. The men’s plan was to buy Domino’s pizzas with the checks, then have one of the men put on a Pizza Hut shirt and resell the pizzas, by the slice, in a local park or at stores (even though the pizzas were still being carried around in the Domino’s boxes).

Triumph International, the Japanese women’s underwear company, released its latest publicity-seeking creation in May: the solar-powered bra, with enough exposed panels to power an iPod or cell phone. Other Triumph specials include a baseball bra (with fielder’s-mitt-shaped cups) and a heated bra (with microwavable gel pads to warm the cups).

Joe Weston-Webb, formerly a carnival showman but who now runs a flooring company in Nottinghamshire county, England, told reporters in March that he was exasperated at crime in the area and his inability to legally use enough force to protect his property, and that he had pulled two pieces of non-lethal equipment out from the old days to shoot at criminals: a 20-foot-long cannon, formerly used for firing his wife across the River Avon (now loaded with rubber-tipped projectiles) and a 30-foot-high catapult (now loaded with chicken droppings from a nearby farm). Said Weston-Webb, “(T)he only people who seem to be against what I’m doing are the police.”

Another Criterion for Teacher Certification: Police in Fort Myers, Fla., were called to Royal Palm Exceptional School in April and wound up arresting an 8-year-old boy named Deshawn for punching his female teacher in the face, leaving several bruises. Said Deshawn’s grandmother, Dorothy Williams, when interviewed by WBBH-TV: “He gets very upset, and he loves to hit,” but “If he was overpowering her that much, I feel like she shouldn’t be in that line of work.”

America in Decline: One of the Internet’s successful Web sites (10 million page views a month, with $500,000 in ads from companies including Verizon, McDonald’s and General Motors) is a site First Things First that merely reports on what celebrities’ babies are wearing, in that so many moth(1) A supervisor at the Montana ers are apparently obsessed with mimickDepartment of Public Health and Human ing those clothing choices for their own Services told a Billings Gazette reporter tots. A May Wall Street Journal feature in March that some of his employees said sometimes the site’s posting a photo were complaining that new computers of a celebrity baby incites a nationwide lacked games like solitaire, hearts and run on what it’s wearing.

Minesweeper, and that it wasn’t fair that Workplace Culture: (1) Salesman Chad employees with older computers still had Hudgens filed a lawsuit in January against the games. (2) The traffic commander his former Salt Lake City employer, of the Rusafah district in Baghdad told charging that the boss and a “motivational his officers in April to start enforcing the trainer” used, as a “team-building” exercountry’s seat-belt laws. The fine is the cise, what was essentially the controversial equivalent of about $12.50. “torture” practice of “waterboarding.” The boss allegedly said that if salesmen tried News of the Tacky as hard to close deals as they’re trying to breathe during the simulated drown(1) The leader of the Liberal Party in ing, sales would soar. (2) British office Western Australia said in April that he worker Theresa Bailey, 43, was awarded would not resign even though an accusathe equivalent of about $10,300 by a tion against him was true: that at a court in Ashford, England, in May meeting in December 2005, when after she complained of sexual a female colleague got out of her harassment by her otherwise-allchair, he playfully moved over We wish the male direct-marketing team at and sniffed it. (2) The Missouri gnats would Selectabase company. Among the Supreme Court suspended the buzz off! “laddish” behavior was her boss’s law license of David A. Dalton regularly “lift(ing) his right II in March for allegedly cheek” and expelling gas in her arranging leniency, with a direction. prosecutor, for one of his clients in exchange for the client’s having her godfather, retired football Bright Ideas star Terry Bradshaw, autograph a Most Convoluted Business Plan: baseball for him.

Adolfo Martinez, 33, and Mark Anderson, 26, were indicted for fraud in Las Cruces, N.M., in April, ac-

People With Issues In May, a New York appeals court rejected a lawsuit by the former mistress of prominent married rabbi Joel Goor, 75, that claimed he would owe her a $125,000 cash settlement if he broke up with her. The court said it was a contract that facilitated adultery and therefore was not enforceable, even though there were several non-adultery-related provisions.

According to the New York Post, the contract called for the woman to receive a half-interest in Goor’s house in the Bronx if she would “join Joel in his cultural experiences without complaining,” get liposuction and “attempt with Joel’s delicate guidance to speak English properly.”

Least Competent People At One With Nature: (1) Cameron Fritzson, 20, landed in the hospital in critical condition in May after he scaled first the outer, 10-foot fence at an electrical substation in Pembroke Pines, Fla., and then the main electrical tower, where his arm brushed against a live wire. Police said Fritzson was after a parakeet’s nest at the top so he could sell the eggs to a pet store for as much as $20 each. (2) Sixteen people were undergoing treatment for possibly having rabies in May in Hilton Head, S.C., after exposure to a baby raccoon later discovered to be rabid. While some of the 16 had merely cuddled it, an unknown number apparently could not resist kissing the wild animal on the lips.

Update Last year News of the Weird reported on an organic art project, “Victimless Leather,” in which artists Oron Catts and Ionat Zurr attempted to grow embryonic stem cells of a species onto an artificial platform, in this case creating leather from mouse cells without the need to kill cows. However, in the latest demonstration, at New York City’s Museum of Modern Art this spring, the exhibit grew so rapidly that it overwhelmed the space available, and curator Paola Antonelli said she was forced to kill the organism. She told the Art Newspaper it was a difficult decision. “I’ve always been pro-choice, and all of a sudden I’m here not sleeping at night about killing a coat.”

Instant Karma (1) A 31-year-old man was hospitalized in critical condition in Salt Lake City, hit by cars after running into traffic to avoid paying for a taxi ride he had just taken (March). (2) A 25-year-old man, pursued by police after he tried to run down his girlfriend with his car, fled on foot across Interstate 45 near Houston, but was struck By chuck shepherd UNIVERSAL PRESS SYNDICATE

The Earth may be on the verge of a massive, cascading release of methane similar to one that caused a global warming that ended the last “snowball” ice age, according to a team of California scientists. Writing in the journal Nature, Martin Kennedy of UC Riverside suggests the same kind of warming could be about to occur, not over thousands of years, but within a human lifetime. Methane is 25 times more potent as a greenhouse gas as carbon dioxide (CO2), and 10,000 gigatons of frozen methane are currently stored in the world’s oceans and permafrost. The current trend of accelerated permafrost melting as the Arctic warms rapidly could release vast amounts of methane into the atmosphere, triggering a sudden climate change. Kennedy worries that rising CO2 levels could drive enough warming to destabilize the Earth’s stored methane reserves. “Unzippering the methane reservoir could potentially warm the Earth tens of degrees,” Kennedy wrote.

Earthquakes A powerful aftershock of the May 12 Sichuan, China, temblor killed an additional eight people and injured 917 others across Sichuan and the neighboring provinces of Gansu and Shaanxi. The 6.4 magnitude jolt was the strongest aftershock to

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United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization that found only 17 percent of the world’s known fish stocks are underexploited or moderately exploited. Fish in parts of the Atlantic, western Indian Ocean and the northwest Pacific are the most overfished, according to Oceana. The group says the World Trade Organization must act quickly to scrap unsustainable subsidies that encourage exploiting Earth’s oceans.

Pacific Typhoon An area of disturbed weather between Guam and the northern Philippines gradually strengthened into Typhoon Nakri over the open waters of the western Pacific.

Volcanoes Explosions from within Ecuador’s Tungurahua volcano sent ash soaring high above the Andes, but the activity was not considered a threat to those living in the area. Vulcanologists warned people living along nearby riverbanks to be alert for lava flows should the mountain erupt.

• Clouds of searing heat cascaded down the slopes of Indonesia’s Mount Semeru, on the island of Java, prompting officials to warn nearby residents to stay clear of the volcano.

Scot Beavers Return Beavers will soon be living in the lakes and streams of Scotland for the first time since before Mary, Queen of Scots, was

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Jeff & Vida

Just a few weeks after a two-night stand at Tybee’s North Beach Grill, these rising stars on the alt.country and rootsrock scenes return for a show at this popular vegetarian restaurant and counterculture performance space. Recently featured in the New York Times as key figures in Nashville current underground country movement (alongside Gillian Welch, Todd Snider and Old Crow Medicine Show’s Ketch Sicor), they offer yelping, yodeling, old-time acoustic rave-ups, sweeter than sweet harmony-drenched ballads —that recall Everly Brothers’ style rock and roll— and unabashedly retro country weepers. They’re the real deal. Listen & Learn: jeffandvida. com. Fri., 8 pm, The Sentient Bean - ALL-AGES.

Richard Leo Johnson

Considered one of the most accomplished avant-rootsfusion guitarists on the international scene today, this Savannah resident has released instrumental solo albums on such esteemed labels as Blue Note (jazz) and Cuneiform (far out), and seen major music critics rank his idiosyncratic approach to percussive fretwork with the innovations of no less than Jimi Hendrix. Of late, this soft-spoken and dazzlingly inventive self-taught artist (who often employs a battery of self-created alternate tunings used by no one else) has been writing and releasing high-concept albums which find him crafting narrative song cycles inspired by the imagined provenance of various inexpensive vintage guitars he won on eBay. His most recent bag contains elements of old-time mountain music, psychedelic acid-rock,

Jesus Christ Superstar

An friend of mine’s mom used to have a huge crush on Ted Neely, who famously played the Saviour in both the L.A. stage version and the 1973 Hollywood film of this iconic Christian rock opera by Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber.

As the role of Jesus (which earned him a Golden Globe nomination for Best Motion Picture Actor in a Musical or Comedy) came to define the drummer, singer and composer (who also, among other things, wrote and sang the theme song to TV’s Highway To Heaven), he’d subsequently tour the world many times over from 1992-1997, allowing fans of the campy cult film the chance to relive the experience in a live setting, with the movie’s principal actor/ character relationship intact. It was during these wildly successful runs that my friend’s mom was known to wait with throngs of other middle-aged women at the stage door afterwards in hopes of a minimalist prog and noise music, tempered with a playful and freewheeling attitude. The chance to see a composer and player of this caliber for free (in the beautiful garden area of this historic downtown building) should not be missed by any fan of complex and touching music — young or old.

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glimpse of —or better yet, an autograph from— the hunky Christ.

Now, Neely’s back in the sandals for an extended U.S. tour of this updated version of the controversial musical play (a stripped-down staging which also includes Living Colour vocalist Corey Glover in the juicy role of Judas) that is scheduled to run through 2009. Originally billed as a “farewell tour” for Neely, he has since disavowed that claim, although print ads still erroneously tout this as his final shot at nailing the role. Tix: $50 - $25 at 651-6557 or savannahcivic.com. Thurs., 7:30 pm, Johnny Mercer Theater - ALL-AGES.

Claire Lynch & Band

You’ll be hard-pressed to find many folks with an unkind word to say about this phenomenally talented singer/songwriter and guitarist who’s one of the most critically lauded female bluegrass artists of the past 3 decades. With an angelic voice that’s earned her jobs singing backup harmony on albums by

the likes of Patty Loveless (who’s also recorded some of Lynch’s material), Emmylou Harris, Dolly Parton, Linda Ronstadt, Pam Tillis, Kathy Mattea and Ralph Stanley. But it’s her work as a band leader and front-person that has earned her the most acclaim. With five albums under her belt on famed Americana label Rounder Records and two Grammy nods, she was named Female Vocalist

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B & D Burgers (Southside) Trivia w/ Artie & Brad (Other) Starts at 10 p.m.

Bahama Bob’s (Pooler) Karaoke (Karaoke) The Bamboo Room “Georgia Kyle” Shiver (Live Music) Bayou Cafe Chief (Live Music) Rock, Pop, Soul, Blues and Country covers -9 p.m.

The Boathouse Thomas Claxton (Live Music) Intense, solo acoustic guitarist/singer playing rock and pop (covers & originals).

6 p.m.

Cheers to You Karaoke (Karaoke) 8 p.m.

Club 51 Degrees DJ Blue Ice (DJ) Club One #@*! Karaoke (Karaoke) Doc’s Bar Roy & The Circuit Breakers (Live Music) Solo singer/guitarist with sequenced backing playing pop/rock/soul/beach hits and originals. 9 p.m.

Doubles Lounge DJ Sam Diamond (DJ) Driftaway Cafe Chuck Courtenay & Bucky Bryant (Live Music) Acoustic guitar and vocals duo known playing pop, rock and country (covers/originals) 7 p.m.

Fiddler’s Crab House Hazel Virtue (Live Music) Southern-tinged alt.rock combo led by regional singer/songwriter Eric Britt. Feat. members of The Train Wrecks (covers & originals). 10 p.m.

Guitar Bar Open Mic night hosted by Caesura (Live Music) Open Mic Night led by a young local melodic metalcore/indie-rock combo. 10 p.m.

Hang Fire Karaoke (Karaoke) 9 p.m.

Hercules Bar and Grill TBA (Live Music) 8 p.m.

Jazz’d Tapas Bar Jeff Beasley (Live Music) 7:30 p.m.

The Jinx Rock & Roll Bingo w/DJ Boo-Cock-Eye (DJ) (11 pm) Johnson Square Silver Lining (Live Music) Jazzy local trio (funk, blues, Latin, exotica) of guitar, bass and drums with female vocals (covers & continues p.26

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Maximo Medeiros

This Brazilian-born journeyman musician and “child of the earth” moved here several years ago after making port on an extended sailboat ride down the East Coast. He’s a fixture in Tybee’s bars and restaurants — both behind the scenes and in the thick of them. An accomplished cook who’s worked at some of the Island’s most popular eateries, back in his homeland, Medeiros played in a few flashy, shred metal outfits and produced several CDs worth of original tunes in his DIY home studio. Now, he rarely plays in public, preferring to occasionally post no-frills, homemade videos of himself tackling tricky blues, jazz, rock and bossa nova numbers on YouTube. This low-profile, free show at a laid-back bar and grill known for its pizza finds him singing and playing both fingerstyle and slide covers and originals on a dual-necked instrument.

Listen & Learn: myspace.com/orpheusmaximo. Sat., 7 pm, Huc-A-Poo’s (Tybee) - ALL-AGES.

The Riddle’s Farewell Bash

Argyle —one of the more intriguing rock bands to form here over the past decade— has officially called it quits. The brotherly duo of singer/ drummer Stephen and singer/guitarist Jeremy Riddle have continued to play in town for the last few months, peppering their cover-heavy sets with standout originals from that band’s two impressive indie CDs. Now, after a solid offer to work as session musicians, they’re

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moving to L.A. — but not before inviting more than two dozen of their favorite local players to join them for one final gig they describe as both a thank you to those here who befriended and supported them, and a sincere show of unity in a music scene not always known for such things.

If anyone can bring together disparate players it’s these two, whose versatility and positive attitude earned them tons of live or studio gigs with a wide variety of rock, funk, hip-hop and even country artists from our area. The list of folks confirmed to appear at this gig includes such local luminaries as songwriters Greg Williams, Jeff Beasley and Philip Palmer (of Port City Music), as well as rock, prog, jam and pop bands like Sinister Moustache, The Train Wrecks, Turtle Folk and Listen 2 Three. Look for local rap collective Dope Sandwich to be on hand as well, plus members of Phantom Wingo, Superhorse, Rhythm Riot and The Chuck Courtenay Band. Free, but donations will be accepted to help the boys move to Cali. Tues., 10 pm, Live Wire Music Hall.

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This rising Charleston-based organic pop-rock act’s new CD was tracked in a beach house on N.C.’s Outer Banks and at another home by a Wisconsin lake. The “mellow undercurrent” the band cites as running through Lighthouse’s songs helps to both clarify their group’s dynamic and allow plenty of the easygoing, positive feel of their crowd-pleasing club and festival shows to bleed though in the kind of studio setting which can often sap such vibes. Listen & Learn: soldriventrain. com. Fri., 11 pm, Locos (downtown).

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of The Year by the International Bluegrass Music Association in 1997, and nominated again in that same category last year.

After more than a decade off the road, she regrouped in 2005 and since, her crack band has included famed bassist Missy Raines. They normally sell out this intimate 100-seat listening room far in advance, but as of press time, there were still seats left for this show. Pick up on it! Listen & Learn: clairelynch.com. $30 tix at 748-1930.

Info: randywoodguitars.com. Sat., 8 pm, Randy Wood’s Concert Hall (1304 E. Hwy 80, Bloomingdale) - ALL-AGES.

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Kevin Barry’s Danny Quinn (Live Music) Versatile Celtic singer/ songwriter who’s released a dozen indie CDs, tours the East Coast and has gigged with everyone from John Prine to The Chieftains. Jun 4, Jun 5 Jun 6 King’s Inn Karaoke (Karaoke) 9 p.m.

Live Wire Music Hall The Train Wrecks (Live Music) Hard-rocking local roots-a-billy and Americana act led by Texas-born songwriter Jason Bible (covers & originals).

9 p.m.

McDonough’s Karaoke (Karaoke) -9 p.m.

Mercury Lounge The Eric Culberson Blues Band (Live Music) Internationally-known electric blues trio (covers & originals). 10 p.m.

Molly MacPherson’s Scottish Pub Open Mic (Live Music) With Markus & Hudson. 10:30 p.m.

Murphy’s Law Celtic Karaoke with

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Planter’s Tavern TBA (Live Music) Piano Jazz -7 p.m.

Robin’s Nest Team Trivia (Other) 8 p.m.

Savannah Smiles Dueling Pianos (Live Music) -8:30 p.m.

Scandals TBA (Live Music) 8 p.m.

The Sentient Bean Psychotronic Film: CONTROL (2007, U.K.) (Other) The Psychotronic Film Society of Savannah presents a weekly series of overlooked, rare, foreign and/or critically-acclaimed cult cinema: Two special screenings of this award-winning b/w biopic of the late JOY DIVISION frontman and punk/ new-wave icon IAN CURTIS. First show seating begins at 6 pm. The second show seats at 9:05 pm. ALL-AGES welcome.

Jun 4, 6:30 & 9:15 p.m.

Slugger’s 5 Point Productions’ Karaoke (Karaoke) 10 p.m.

Tantra Lounge Open Mic Night (Live Music) 9:30 p.m.

Tommy’s Karaoke w/ Jeff & Rebecca (Karaoke) Tropicana Night Club Spitfire Poetry Slam (Other) Spoken Word showcase and competition 8 p.m.

Tubby’s Tank House (Thunderbolt) TBA (Live Music) Pop, rock, country and blues acts 6 p.m.

Venus De Milo DJ In Coma (DJ) 9 p.m.

Vic’s on The River Jimmy Frushon (Live Music) Solo pianist playing standards, Latin and jazz covers. -noon -7 p.m.

The Warehouse Electric Cheese (Live Music) Twopiece guitar and vocals offshoot of quirky local party band Rhythm Riot, playing well-known tunes to sequenced backing. Jun 4, 8 p.m., Jun 18, 8 p.m. Jun 27, 8 p.m.

Wild Wing Cafe Karaoke (Karaoke) 8:30 p.m.

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THURSDAY Augie’s Pub (Pooler) Thomas Claxton (Live Music) Intense, solo acoustic guitarist/singer playing rock and pop (covers & originals). 9 p.m.

Barnes & Noble Open Mic (8 p.m.) (Live Music) Bay Street Blues Karaoke (Karaoke) 9 p.m.

Bayou Cafe Chief (Live Music) Rock, Pop, Soul, Blues and Country covers -9 p.m.

Benny’s Tybee Tavern Karaoke (Karaoke) w/DJ Levis 9:30 p.m.

Bernie’s on River Street Karaoke (Karaoke) 9 p.m.

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Daiquiri Beach Rhythm Riot (Live Music) Kitschy local rock, pop, soul and country cover band known for sassy stage demeanor and an unpredictable setlist ranging from AC/Dc to LL Cool J. Jun 5, 9 p.m., Jun 20, 9 p.m. Jun 28, 9 p.m.

Doc’s Bar Roy & the Circuit Breakers (Live Music) Fannie’s on the Beach “Georgia Kyle” Shiver & Fiddlin’ Scott Holton (Live Music) 7 p.m.

Fiddler’s Crab House The Eric Culberson Blues Band (Live Music) Internationally-known electric blues trio led by a charismatic singer/guitarist (covers & originals). 10 p.m.

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Hang Fire DJ Skypager w/Zone D (DJ) Dancehall tunes.

Hercules Bar and Grill TBA (Live Music) Rock, Blues, Soul and Pop 8 p.m.

Jazz’d Tapas Bar Trae Gurley’s “Swoonatra” (Live Music) Singing thespian’s tribute to ‘Ol Blue Eyes’ golden period 7:30 p.m.

Jepson Center for the Arts Psychotronic Film: MY NAME IS ALBERT AYLER (2006, Sweden) (Other) The Psychotronic Film Society of Savannah presents overlooked, rare, foreign and/or critically-acclaimed cult cinema: This universally-praised profile of the little-known but highly influential avant-garde saxman has been called the single best documentary on a jazz artist ever made. Seating begins at 5:30 pm for ALL-AGES. 6 p.m.

The Johnny Mercer Theatre “Jesus Christ Superstar” (Other) Official U.S. touring company of Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s famous biblical rock opera -- starring TED NEELY (who portrayed Jesus in the cult ‘70s film version) and Living Colour vocalist COREY GLOVER as Judas. 7:30 p.m.

John’s & Friends Karaoke (Karaoke) 9 p.m. 9 p.m.

Kevin Barry’s Danny Quinn (Live Music) Versatile Celtic singer/ songwriter who’s released a dozen indie CDs, tours the East Coast and has gigged with everyone from John Prine to The Chieftains. Jun 4, Jun 5 Jun 6 Live Wire Music Hall Two Path Road (Live Music) Local roots-rock and alt.country combo featuring the duo of Keith & Ross (covers & originals). 9 p.m.

Loco’s Deli & Pub (Southside) Team Trivia w/ Kowboi (Other) 7 p.m.

McDonough’s Karaoke (Karaoke) -9 p.m.

Mercury Lounge The Hitmen (Live Music) Brash local electric blues trio featuring Maggie Evans of Silver Lining on bass (covers & originals). Jun 5, 10 p.m., Jun 8, 10 p.m. Jul 17, 10 p.m.

Moon River Brewing Co. Eric Britt (Live Music) Acoustic guitarist/singer playing alt.rock and pop 8:30 p.m.

Myrtle’s Bar & Grill J. Howard Duff (Live Music) 7:30 p.m.

Night Lights “Rock Star Karaoke” (Live Music, Karaoke) Kraoke featuring a live band, rather than pre-recorded music. 11 p.m.

Planter’s Tavern TBA (Live Music) Piano Jazz -7 p.m.

Robin’s Nest Karaoke (Live Music, Karaoke) 8 p.m.

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A.J.’s Dockside “Georgia Kyle” Shiver (Live Music) American Legion Post 36 Karaoke (Karaoke) B & B Ale House “First Friday Fetish Night” (Other, DJ) Monthly theme party centered around bondage and voyeurism organized by local hedonist impresario Chris Cook.

Music spun by DJ Analog Kid, named Best Club DJ in our 2008 Readers Poll. 10 p.m.

Baja Cantina TBA (Live Music) 7 p.m.

The Bamboo Room TBA (Live Music) 8 p.m.

Bay Street Blues Karaoke (Karaoke) 9 p.m.

Bayou Cafe Thomas Claxton (Live Music) Intense, solo acoustic guitarist/singer playing rock and pop (covers & originals). 9 p.m.

Bernie’s on River Street Karaoke (Karaoke) 9 p.m.

Calibogue Cafe Jan Spillane (Live Music) Veteran area singer/songwriter who’s released three indie CDs of soulful bluesy pop and contemporary folk originals.

6 p.m.

Captain’s Lounge #@*! Karaoke (Karaoke) Club One Local Cast, DJ Jason Hancock (Main Floor) (DJ) Coach’s Corner Chief (Live Music) Rock, Pop, Country and Soul covers 8 p.m.

Crystal Beer Parlor The Beer Parlor Ramblers (Live Music) Old-fashioned Dixieland jazz combo plays in the corner of this local landmark restaurant. 7:30 p.m.

Daquiri Island Karaoke (Karaoke) Doc’s Bar Roy & the Circuit Breakers (Live Music) Rock, Pop, Beach, Shag and Soul covers 8 p.m.

Doubles Lounge “World Famous” DJ Sam Diamond (DJ) El Picasso Karaoke (8 p.m.)

(Karaoke) Fannie’s on the Beach TBA (Live Music) 8 p.m.

Fiddler’s Crab House The Josh Maul Blues Band (Live Music) Funky and tight Richmond Hill-based electric blues trio influenced by Albert Collins, SRV and Tab Benoit, led by a former member of Bluesonics (covers & originals). 10 p.m.

Friendly’s Tavern 2 #@*!

Karaoke (Karaoke) Gayna’s Bar Karaoke (9 p.m.)

(Karaoke) Hercules Bar and Grill Chief (Live Music) Rock, Pop, Country and Soul covers 8 p.m.

Jazz’d Tapas Bar Eat Mo’ Music (Live Music) Instrumental, dance-oriented soul-jazz combo of trumpet, drums, bass and wah guitar featuring area music educators (covers & originals). 9 p.m.

The Jinx Karaoke (Live Music, Karaoke) You know the drill...

10 p.m.

Jukebox Bar & Grill Rhythm Riot (Live Music) Kitschy local rock, pop, soul and country cover band known for sassy stage demeanor and an unpredictable setlist ranging from AC/DC to LL Cool J. 9 p.m.

Kevin Barry’s Danny Quinn (Live Music) Versatile Celtic singer/songwriter who’s released a dozen indie CDs, tours the East Coast and has gigged with everyone from John Prine to The Chieftains. Jun 4, Jun 5 Jun 6 Live Wire Music Hall Street Circus Symphony (Live Music) Soulful, smooth local jazzrock and pop-funk combo combining elements of R & B, hip-hop and indie-rock. 9 p.m.

Loco’s Deli & Pub (Downtown) Sol Driven Train - CD Release Party (Live Music) Up-and-coming Charlestonbased feel-good organic rock act known for high-energy live

shows. 11 p.m.

McDonough’s Karaoke (Karaoke) -9 p.m.

Mercury Lounge Bottles & Cans (Live Music) Local combo playing a wild mix of hard-swinging, house rockin’ garage-blooze and old, weird, Americana (covers & originals). 10 p.m.

Molly MacPherson’s Scottish Pub TBA (Live Music) 10 p.m.

Molly MacPherson’s Scottish Pub (Richmond Hill) A Nickel Bag of Funk (Live Music) Local, dance-oriented, femalefronted combo voted Best Local Funk/R & B Act in our latest Readers Poll (covers & originals). 8:30 p.m.

Mulberry Inn The Champagne Jazz Trio (Live Music) 8 p.m.

North Beach Grill Jon Doe (Live Music) Female-fronted hard-rocking, dance-oriented funk party band known for screaming electric leads and extended jams (covers & originals). 4 p.m.

Planter’s Tavern TBA (Live Music) Piano Jazz -7 p.m.

Savannah Smiles Dueling Pianos (Live Music) -8:30 p.m.

The Sentient Bean Jeff & Vida (Live Music) Buzzworthy, Nashville-based acoustic duo offering a unique, modern take on bluegrass, alt.country and Appalachian ballads (covers & originals). Open to ALL-AGES. 8 p.m.

Shoreline Ballroom Same As It Ever Was (Talking Heads Tribute Band) (Live Music) 8piece Knoxville-based salute to the entire career arc of the quintessential art-school new wave band - even down to the Heads’ forays into Afro-Cuban grooves. They’re said to be known for their frontman’s spot-on impersonation of David Byrne. 9:15 p.m.

Spanky’s Karaoke (9 p.m.)

(Karaoke) Stingray’s Randy “Hatman” Smith (Live Music) Beach, boogie and blues with from a singing guitarist using sequenced backing (covers & originals). 6 p.m.

Stogie’s DJ Paynt & DJ Mself (DJ) Tantra Lounge The Permanent Tourists (Live Music) Tight and polished regional R & B/soul/funk/rock cover band (feat. Voodoo Soup’s bassist). 9:30 p.m.

Venus De Milo DJ Chad (DJ) Vic’s on The River Jimmy Frushon (Live Music) Solo pianist playing standards, Latin and jazz covers. -noon -7 p.m.

Claire Frazier & Frank Bright (Live Music) Jazz duo featuring a veteran female vocalist (formerly based in L.A.) and a versatile pianist, Jun 6, 7 p.m.

Jun 7, 7 p.m.

The Warehouse The Train Wrecks (Live Music) Hardrocking local roots-a-billy and Americana act led by Texasborn songwriter Jason Bible (covers & originals). 8 p.m. continues p.28

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The Sentient Bean Frantic Rabbit Poetry Slam (Other) Local spoken word showcase and competition. 8 p.m.

Shoreline Ballroom Cowboy Mouth: Ligion (Live Music) Infamous New Orleans-based paty-rock band known for their powerhouse live sets and the charisma of their dynamic frontman/drummer Fred LeBlanc; Theatrical modern rock act from nashville (by way of Cleveland) with a stylized, Goth-light look.

9:15 p.m.

Slugger’s Trivia w/ Charles & Mikey (Other) 10 p.m.

Spanky’s TBA (Live Music) 8 p.m.

Tantra Lounge Live DJs TBA (DJ) 10 p.m.

Tommy’s Karaoke w/ Jeff & Rebecca (Karaoke) Uncle Bubba’s Oyster House TBA (Live Music) 7 p.m.

Venus De Milo DJ Nahah Mean (DJ) The Warehouse Jeff Beasley (Live Music) Savannah guitarist who doubles on percussion playing swinging R & B, oldtime rock and roll and Cajuntinged Americana (covers & originals). Jun 5, 8 p.m., Jun 12, 8 p.m. Jun 19, 8 p.m.

Wasabi’s Live DJ Frankie Spins Hip-hop & Electric Fusion (DJ) 8 p.m.

Wild Wing Cafe Barry Johnson; The Chris Mitchell Band (Live Music) Solo guitarist (early, ALL-AGES outdoor show); Statesboro-based guitarist/singer and former member of the mid-’90s regional rock band Wallace Green - indoor, 21+ late show (covers & originals). Jun 5, 6 & 10 p.m.

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Wasabi’s DJ Frankie -C Spins Hip-hop an Electric Fusion (8 p.m.) (DJ) Ways Station Tavern Karaoke (Karaoke) 9 p.m.

Wesley Monumental United Methodist Church First Friday for Folk Music (Live Music) 12th Anniversary show of this monthly, coffeehouse-style acoustic music revue sponsored by the Savannah Folk Music Society. Featuring: Nashville fingerstyle guitarist abnd Joni Bishop, whose tunes have been recorded by the likes of Crystal Gayle; Appalachian “modern folk” artist Richard Stooksbury, who cites Greg Brown and Jery Jeff Walker as influences; and local Chris Desa, who sings plays 6 and 12-string guitar as well as autoharp.

Smoke & alcohol free show for ALL-AGES. 7:30 p.m.

Wet Willie’s Live DJ (DJ) 8 p.m.

Wild Wing Cafe Rick & Ginger; Hidden Element (Live Music) Acoustic duo from award-winning local modern rock party band Liquid Ginger - early, outdoor ALL-AGES show (covers & originals); Al.-based nu-metal sextet with both pop and hardcore leanings - indoor, 21+ late show.

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SATURDAY Bay Street Blues Karaoke (Karaoke) 9 p.m.

Bayou Cafe Thomas Claxton (Live Music) Intense, solo acoustic guitarist/ singer playing rock and pop (covers & originals).

9 p.m.

Bernie’s on River Street Karaoke (Karaoke) 9 p.m.

Blowin’ Smoke BBQ Silver Lining (Live Music) Jazzy local trio (funk, blues, Latin, exotica) of guitar, bass and drums with female vocals (covers & originals). 5 p.m.

Captain’s Lounge #@*!

Karaoke (Karaoke) Chuck’s Bar #@*! Karaoke (Karaoke) Club One DJ Hancock (DJ) 10 p.m.

Daquiri Island Karaoke (Karaoke) Deb’s Pub & Grub Karaoke

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Doc’s Bar Roy & The Circuit Breakers (Live Music) Long-running party band specializing in disco, 60s rock, Motown and vintage soul (covers).

Doubles Lounge “World Famous” DJ Sam Diamond (DJ) Fannie’s on the Beach Randy “Hatman” Smith (Live Music) Beach, Boogie & Blues from a solo guitarist “with the full band sound” 8 p.m.

Fiddler’s Crab House The Jeff Beasley Band (Live Music) Swinging R & B, old-time rock and roll, Cajun-tinged Americana and boogie-woogie feat. drums, sax, bass and guitar (covers & originals).

10 p.m.

Gayna’s Bar Karaoke (Karaoke) 9 p.m.

Grapevine Gail Thurmond (Live Music) Piano & vocal jazz, country, Latin and standards by a veteran songwriter and recording artist who’s entertained Savannahians for more than a decade 6:30 p.m.

Hang Fire DJ Jake The Snake (DJ) 10 p.m.

Hercules Bar and Grill TBA (Live Music) 8 p.m.

Jazz’d Tapas Bar Bluesonics (Live Music) Longrunning, dance-oriented local electric shuffle blues combo (covers & originals). 9 p.m.

Jen’s & Friends TBA (Live Music) Acoustic Pop, Rock, Country, Blues & Soul covers/originals 10 p.m.

The Jinx Razormaze; Unnamed (Live Music) Boston-based technical thrash quartet with violent/ anti-social lyrical content; Rising local stoner/sludgerock trio influenced by C.O.C. and QOTSA (feat. an ex-member of i am not a little bus). 11 p.m.

John’s & Friends TBA (Live Music) 10 p.m.

Juarez Mexican Restaurant (Waters Ave.) Karaoke (Karaoke) Jukebox Bar & Grill TBA (Live Music) 9 p.m.

Kevin Barry’s Danny Quinn & Carroll Brown (Live Music) Acoustic duo offering traditional and contempoary Irish music, plus modern folk and country tunes (covers & originals).

Jun 7 Jun 8 Live Wire Music Hall Kennebec (Live Music) Gram Parsons-esque, hard roots-rockers from Raleigh, touring behind an impressive debut CD. 9 p.m.

Loco’s Deli & Pub (Downtown) Turtle Folk (Live Music) Increasingly popular local rock and jam group that has released an indie CD of their own material. They tour the

region and were named Best Local Rock Band in our last Readers Poll (covers & originals). 21+ only w/ID. 11 p.m.

McDonough’s Karaoke (Karaoke) -9 p.m.

Mercury Lounge Wolling & Wise (Live Music) Bluegrass and Americana duo of banjo master Jimmy Wolling and veteran singing pop/folk guitarist and songwriter Daryl Wise (covers & originals).

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Molly MacPherson’s Scottish Pub Pocket Change (Live Music) Funk, soul and R & B covers with a raucous edge. 10 p.m.

Molly MacPherson’s Scottish Pub (Richmond Hill) Greg Williams (Live Music) Prolific local singer/songwriter/guitarist playing a broad selection of original rock, modern pop, folk and blues tunes, as well as choice covers by the likes of Dylan, Hendrix and Muddy Waters. 8:30 p.m.

Mulberry Inn The Champagne Jazz Trio (Live Music) 8 p.m.

North Beach Grill Listen 2 Three (Live Music) Pop-oriented modern guitar rock power trio with a strong blues and funk influence (covers & originals). 4 p.m.

Paradiso at Il Pasticcio DJ Matthew Gilbert & DJ Kwaku (DJ) House Music 11:30 p.m.

Planter’s Tavern TBA (Live Music) Piano Jazz -7 p.m.

Quality Inn American Pride Karaoke (Karaoke) 8 p.m.

Randy Wood’s Concert Hall The Claire Lynch Band (Live Music) Twotime Grammy nominated bluegrass guitarist and singer (named Best Female Vocalist of 1997) who’s released five CDs on Rounder Records. 8 p.m.

The Savannah Civic Center 13th Annual Savannah Asian Festival (Live Music, Other) Massive, daylong family-oriented celebration of culture, music, food, arts and history from all across the Asian continent.

Reportedly the largest such event in the South.

Ethnic dance troupes, Martial Arts demonstrations and traditional folk music will be on display.

Free admission and parking, with food and crafts for sale. 11 a.m.

Savannah Smiles Dueling Pianos (Live Music) -8:30 p.m.

Ships of The Sea Museum An Evening With Richard Leo Johnson (Live Music) rare local show by this internationallly acclaimed instrumental avantjazz/roots guitarist who’s continues p.29

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Stingray’s The Train Wrecks (Live Music) Hardrocking local roots-a-billy and Americana act led by Texas-born songwriter Jason Bible (covers & originals). 6 p.m.

Stogie’s DJ Aushee Knights (DJ) House Music & ‘80s hits 10 p.m.

Tantra Lounge DJ Proscutto (DJ) 10:30 p.m.

Tubby’s Tank House (Thunderbolt) TBA (Live Music) 6 p.m.

Uncle Bubba’s Oyster House TBA (Live Music) 7 p.m.

Venus De Milo DJ Nick (DJ) 10 p.m.

Vic’s on The River Jimmy Frushon (Live Music) Solo pianist playing standards, Latin and jazz covers.

-noon -7 p.m. Claire Frazier & Frank Bright (Live Music) Jazz duo featuring a veteran female vocalist (formerly based in L.A.) and a versatile pianist, Jun 6, 7 p.m. Jun 7, 7 p.m.

The Warehouse The Josh Maul Blues Band (Live Music) Funky and tight Richmond Hill-based electric blues trio influenced

by Albert Collins, SRV and Tab Benoit, led by a former member of Bluesonics (covers & originals). 8 p.m.

Wild Wing Cafe Chuck & Bucky; Machine Funk (Widespread Panic Tribute) (Live Music) Local acoustic guitar duo playing and singing rock, country and pop hits (outdoor free early ALL-AGES show); S.C. cover band specializing in material by Athens jam legends Panic - indoor 21+ show. Jun 7, 6 & 10 p.m.

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The Warehouse Thomas Claxton (Live Music) Intense, solo acoustic guitarist/singer playing rock and pop (covers & originals).

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Wild Wing Cafe The Courtenay Brothers (Live Music) Singing sibling duo of guitarists Chuck & Jason Courtenay, playing country, Southern rock, and pop favorites to sequenced backing - outdoor early ALL-AGES show. 1 p.m.

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Daquiri Island Karaoke (Karaoke) Doc’s Bar Roy & The Circuit Breakers (Live Music) A longtime area favorite, this singer/guitarist (with sequenced backing) plays pop/rock/soul/beach hits as well as his own originals.

Doubles Lounge “World Famous” DJ Sam Diamond (DJ) Driftaway Cafe TBA (Live Music) Acoustic Rock, Pop, Country, Blues & Soul covers El Potro Mexican Restaurant Karaoke w/Michael (Karaoke) 9 p.m.

The Flying Fish Barry Johnson (Live Music) Acoustic Rock, Country, Blues & Pop covers 6 p.m.

Jazz’d Tapas Bar Ray & Mike from Bottles & Cans (Live Music) Duo set from the guitarist/frontman and bassist of a popular local blues/garage/Americana combo (covers & originals). 7 p.m.

Kevin Barry’s Danny Quinn & Carroll Brown (Live Music) Acoustic duo offering traditional and contempoary Irish music, plus modern folk and country tunes (covers & originals).

Jun 7 Jun 8 Marlin Monroe’s Surfside Grill TBA (Live Music) 7 p.m.

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Mercury Lounge The Hitmen (Live Music) Brash local electric blues trio featuring Maggie Evans of Silver Lining on bass (covers & originals). Jun 5, 10 p.m., Jun 8, 10 p.m. Jul 17, 10 p.m.

Murphy’s Law Irish Pub Acoustic Session, Celtic Karaoke (Live Music) Traditional Celtic acoustic jam session for pros and amateurs alike, followed

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North Beach Grill Jimi Ray (Live Music) Local bluesrock power trio leaning heavily on the Hendrix, SRV and ZZ Top catalogs, as well as their own funky, stylized originals. 4 p.m.

Planter’s Tavern TBA (Live Music) Piano Jazz -7 p.m.

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by Jim Morekis | jim@connectsavannah.com

About 20 years ago, the world-famous Gretsch musical instrument company quietly moved its headquarters to the Savannah area. Since then owners Fred and Dinah Gretsch have continued in the long family tradition: Manufacturing and distributing high-quality guitars and drums to musicians all over the world.

Now they’re giving back to the Savannah area by funding the new Gretsch Institute’s summer curriculum of arts and music in partnership with Savannah Country Day School, where the classes will be taught.

“The Gretsches are at the point where they’ve been looking at the musical scene in Savannah and feel like they can put some of their resources towards making an impact in music and art,” says William Keith, director of the Institute’s programming.

According to Keith, the seed for the idea came from a successful program in Memphis, Tenn., where a privately funded program caters to local students after normal school hours.

“It’s been tremendously successful,” Keith says. “They started with 300 or 400 kids the first semester it was offered, and as of the most recent semester they had 2500.”

Current Country Day Development Director John Carr arrived to Savannah from Memphis with some experience with the local program.

“When John got to Country Day he talked to the headmaster, Tom Bonnell, about having a similar program in this market,” Keith says. “This fits in with the school’s mission to be socially active in the community — not just to be known as the ritzy school on the southside.”

The Gretsch Institute kicks off with three separate weeks of instruction starting the week of June 9. From 9 a.m.-3 p.m. — with an option for an extended after-hours program — participating students from grades 3-8 choose from a

variety of courses, from bluegrass fiddle to Digital Photography 101.

“I like to think of it as a sort of arts university, where you actually pick your coursework for the week,” Keith says.

So why does an institute funded by and named after the Gretsch family have non-musical courses in addition to music courses?

“For the foundational level we wanted a nice mix of opportunities,” Keith explains.

“We asked the folks in Memphis what was successful there and what might work here. Also for a full day experience for kids, teaching only music might not have as broad a base.”

July 13-25 comes the second component of the program, a band camp. “That will be specifically instrumental,” says Keith. “It’s an orchestral/band institute using players from four or five regional symphonies.”

Keith says one of the goals of the Gretsch Institute is to tap into the recent renaissance of school-age music instruction in Savannah, such as the Armstrong Atlantic Youth Orchestra Program, which includes local kids from elementary school through twelfth grade.

“From the standpoint of the Youth Orchestra a lot of those kids are studio kids from a lot of our core group that’s still left over from the Savannah Symphony,” explains Keith, who also serves as the director and conductor of the Savannah Sinfonietta (to be renamed The Savannah Orchestra).

“What’s unique is that all this is popping up right now, all at the same time that two or three groups that weren’t there a year ago are pressing that conversation.”

He says the next step after establishing the Gretsch Institute’s pilot program this summer “is to figure out ways to strengthen their fingerprint. What I want to see as the last piece of the puzzle is to establish a really nice program to offer a broad base of instruction, maybe even to

disadvantaged kids.”

Keith says a large reason why so few turf disputes have arisen locally so far between the various disparate groups — such as individual instructors, the Sinfonietta, Armstrong Atlantic, and groups within the public schools — is because all parties seem to realize that at this fragile point in the market, it behooves everyone to work together.

“If we strengthen the number of kids that we identify and get into the programs the public schools will be beneficiaries also,” says Keith.

The opening of the Gretsch Institute could be considered part of a larger 125th anniversary celebration for the company, which had its beginnings in a little music shop in Brooklyn, N.Y., begun by German immigrant Friedrich Gretsch.

Since then the company has provided guitars and drums for stars like Chet Atkins, George Harrison, Eddie Cochran, Pete Townshend, Billy Gibbons, Louie Bellson, Art Blakey, Max Roach, Cindy Blackman, and Phil Collins, among many others.

Indeed, Keith often finds that the sheer volume of the Gretsch pedigree borders on the overwhelming.

“I’m still trying to get my head around all the potential connections they have,” he says. “It’s hard to comprehend, and it takes a fair amount of converstion before you get a glimmer of everybody that you could potentially reach out to through them. They’ve got tremendous resources and reach into the larger musical community.”

Gretsch Institute Summer Programming When: Music, Art, and Dance Camp June 927 (three separate sessions); Orchestra and Band Camp July 13-25 Where: Savannah Country Day School Info: thegretschinstitute.org

David Bromberg to appear in Bloomingdale

by Jim reed | jim.r@connectsavannah.com

In the contemporary world of acoustic music, there are names, and then there are names. One such artist deserving of italics is David Bromberg.

A masterful musician who’s proficient on the violin, acoustic and electric guitar, pedal steel guitar and Dobro, he’s released over a dozen critically acclaimed albums under his own name since the late ‘60s (including his most recent studio effort, Try Me One More Time, which earned a Grammy nod for Best Traditional Folk Album of 2007), and served as a sideman on 100 others.

Legendary figures such as Bob Dylan, Ringo Starr, Tom Paxton and The Rev. Gary Davis have all sought him out for coloring and collaboration on their projects.

Recently returning to the live stage after a staggering 22-year absence (during which he studied the art of violin making and opened his own specialty shop to build, repair, research and appraise those instruments) he’ll make an extremely rare solo appearance next Thursday night at his old friend Randy Wood’s Concert Hall.

“People are really excited about this,” says Wood. “There are some who think of David the way folks think of Eric Clapton.”

I caught up with Bromberg by phone from his Del. home. Read the full interview at connectsavannah.com.

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David Bromberg: I have no idea. A whole lot of them, I think. I know back in the days when I toured with my “big band” I once wrote down our whole repertoire, and it was somewhere around 140 tunes, so I figure I must still know about that many.

How long was it before you became comfortable doing solo shows?

Randy tells me he’s been trying to get you down here for ages. Do you often play intimate, 100-seat listening rooms these days, or is this venue on the small side for you?

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David Bromberg: No, I don’t, and it is. That’s been the main reason why I haven’t been able to do it. But Randy has been a friend of mine for a long time and since my wife and I were flying down to Tennessee for a festival in Chattanooga anyway, I figured we’d

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art patrol compiled by linda sickler artpatrol@connectsavannah.com Ching Levy: A 10-Year Retrospective — can be seen June 1-28 at the Jewish Educational Alliance, 5111 Abercorn St. Artist reception: June 3, 5:30-8 p.m.

City du Jour — Acrylic and ink paintings by Emily Schmidt through June 30 at Gallery Espresso, 234 Bull St. A reception will be Thursday. June 5, 6-9pm. 233-5348.

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Savannah Community Theatre presents ghostly but fun Blithe Spirit

Coin — Photography by Matthew Propst June 6-11 at Dimensions Gallery, 412 MLK Jr Blvd. A reception will be June 6 7-10 pm.

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Coming to Terms — Photographs by Robert Wilson can be seen through June 4 at TruSpace Gallery, 2423 DeSoto Ave. in the Starland Arts District. Hours are Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2-6 p.m., Fridays from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to noon. Additional times by appointment. 238-2882.

If Pepi Streiff seems a bit distracted lately, it may because she’s having to learn a lot of lines in a very short time.

“I got the script on Sunday,” Streiff says.

“I’ve been studying lines like crazy lady ever since. We’ve been rehearsing day and night.”

Streiff and her fellow cast members are preparing for the opening of Noel Coward’s Blithe Spirit at the Savannah Community Theater. Imagine holding a seance and calling up the one long-departed spirit you definitely don’t want to see.

Coward’s comedy hit of the London and Broadway stages takes this premise to hysterical heights. Blithe Spirit will be presented by the Savannah Community Theatre June 7-12.

To get background for a new book, Charles, an author, and his second wife, Ruth, arrange for a local mystic, Madame Arcati, to give a séance. However, Madame Arcati mistakenly brings Charles’ first wife, Elvira, back from beyond the grave.

Elvira makes Charles’ life miserable, but only he can see her. However, Ruth becomes a believer in the supernatural when a vase is handed to her in thin air. She gets very irritated with her supernatural rival.

Madame Arcati, in the meantime, is at her wit’s end as to how to sort things out. It all makes for a lot of laughs, but the production experienced a bit of drama when Dandy Barrett, who was playing Madame Arcati, had to be hospitalized.

The company immediately began to regroup, and Streiff was bumped up to the role of Madame Arcati. Fortunately, she is up for the challenge.

“Noel Coward is without a doubt one of my favorite playwrights,” Streiff says. “This is a role I’ve wanted to play for more than 20 years.

“I’m thrilled to have the part,” Streiff says.

“She’s as crazy as a bedbug, and it’s fun to play her. “ Renee DeRossett originally was stage manager for the production, but was asked to take over Streiff ’s role as Mrs. Bradman.

Designed Conversation — Work by the winners of the Savannah College of Art and Design’s Editors Award for Best Design School at the 2008 International Contemporary Furniture Fair can be seen through June 14 at Structured Green, 620E. 35th St.

Greta Cribbs as Ruth and Kyle Price as Charles

“It’s a good cast and it’s going to be a darling show,” she says. “My character is ditsy and funny. There are some special effects -- vases fly, books fly, doors open and slam.”

Although she’ll be acting, DeRossett doesn’t get to escape her stage manger duties.

“I’ll be doing lights and sounds in costume,” she says. “Here, we do it all. This is Noel Coward at his best. Everybody is doing a great job.”

Kyle Price plays Charles, the beleaguered husband. “I have one of most confusing roles because I’m the only one can see my dead wife,” he says.

While confusing, the role isn’t hard to play, Price says. “I have the easiest part because I actually get to look at her while I’m on stage,” he says.

Kim Schneider plays the deceased first wife. “I do love Elvira,” she says. “She’s naughty. She’s been dead for seven years and she’s not in the best of moods.”

Schneider is the house manager for the Savannah Community Theatre. “Now it’s my turn to come back on stage,” she says. “I’m so excited. I couldn’t have found a better way to come back and close out the season.”

Everyone in the cast loves Noel Coward. “I love that fast wit, that sharp bantering back and forth,” Schneider says. “There’s always a genuine smart aleck in a Noel Coward play and I love that.”

Barrett’s being hospitalized was a real blow to the rest of the cast. “I just spoke to her yesterday and she’s doing well,” Schneider says.

While the casts’ first concern was Barrett, they also had a show to put on. “We said, ‘Let’s just suck it up and get out heads in the script,’” Schneider says.

“You can’t let it throw you,” she says. “You just keep on keeping on and that’s what we’ve done.”

Others in the cast include Danielle Frazier as Edith, Greta Cribbs as Ruth and Tom Cannon as Dr. Bradman. The production is being directed by J. Tom Coleman III. “I was a technical director on it many years ago and it was one of the most popular shows we had done,” Coleman says. “When I suggested shows at the beginning of last year, I got more reaction for this one than any others on the list.”

What: Blithe Spirit by Noel Coward.

When: June 7, 12, 13 and 14 at 7:30 p.m. and June 8 and 15 at 3 p.m.

Where: Savannah Community Theatre, 2160 E. Victory Dr. Cost: Adults $25, seniors 55+/military $20, Sunday matinee/students/children $15.00 and Thursdays $10.

Info: 898-9021 or www.savannahcommunitytheatre.com.

Elemental: Paintings by Luther Vann — can be seen through Sept. 14 at the Jepson Center for the Arts.

Expressionistic Flower Markets: Paris and Italy — Mixed media paintings and ceramics

by Tiffani Taylor can be seen during May and June at the Hospice Savannah Art Gallery, 1352 Eisenhower Dr. Frida Kahlo: Through the Lens of Nickolas Muray — can be through June 15 at the Jepson Center for the Arts.

Gallery 209 — “Harbour Town Series” by Sharon Saseen and “Handcrafted Jewelry from Nature” by Randee Powell can be seen during June at Gallery 209, 209 River St. Gallery hours Mon-Sun 10:30am-9:30pm.

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Impasto — New paintings by Andy Cherewick and Hannah Jones can be seen June 6-30 at 2CarGarage Contemporary Art Gallery. 30 W. Broughton St. Twenty percent of the proceeds from the exhibition will be donated to the Ogeechee-Canoochee Riverkeeper. Gallery hours are Monday through Saturday from noon to 6 p.m. and by appointment.

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The opening reception will be June 4 at 7:30pm.

Reincarnated — Collaboration between the city’s recycling complex and artists who use art or reused materials can be seen through June 27 at S.P.A.C.E., 9 W. Henry St.

Kid Science; We know more than you do! — A reception and presentation of artwork by second and third grade students will be held Thursday, June 5, at 6-8pm at Charles Ellis Montessori Academy.

SCAD Style: Across the Divide III — An exhibition of Chinese American artists working as faculty in American colleges and universities can be seen through June 14 at the Pei Ling Chan Gallery and Garden for the Arts, 324 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.

KOBO Gallery Open House — will be Friday, June 20 59pm at 33 Barnard St. Fiber artist Doris Grieder will answer questions about her work, which has appeared in international quilt and textile exhibitions.

Passing Time: The Art of William Christenberry — More than 60 past and present works by this Alabama-born artist can be seen through Sept. 28 at the Jepson Center for the Arts.

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Silhouettes and Savannah Scenes — Works by Helen Hatch Inglesby can be seen June 11-Nov. 2 at the Telfair Academy of Arts and Sciences. www.telfair.org.

Thin Skin — Photographs

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Five or six years ago I went to look at a landscape exhibition on Broughton at a gallery that no longer exists. The landscapes didn’t interest me, but in the back room I discovered a couple of paintings by Savannah painter, Luther Vann, that impressed me. Apart from a small exhibition of his works at the Hurn Museum two years ago, this present exhibition at the Jepson is the only other opportunity I have had to see his work.

Top, ‘With These Hands’; bottom, ‘Habersham & 41st’

What immediately impresses me in Vann’s work is that it is what I would describe as an excellent example of “real” painting, and I can best tell you what I mean by “real” painting by stating what it is not: it is not collage or mixed media; it is not digital or assemblage; it is not projected or traced; it is not conceptual or design. It is, in fact, pre-Pop Art, and belongs to the Modern, rather than to the Post-modern period.

In “real” painting, the artist confronts the blank canvas with apprehension, armed only with paint and brushes, an idea that cannot be expressed in words, and perhaps just a few sketches. The painting is realized in the process of its creation, and the end result can often surprise the painter, himself.

As Vann says in his statement, “It has been my personal experience that as I allow the painting to speak, I become lost.

It is a delicious and at times a frightening experience….”

“Tales of a Shaman” is a large, vertical canvas with figures drawn in contour lines of intense pure colors on a black gesso background. Two large figures occupy the lower section of the painting, one sitting and one standing. Above them, in the center and on a smaller scale,

a number of figures are sitting at tables as if in a restaurant and above these, we can see some buildings of the city.

These three variant scales disturb the traditional single point of view of Western figurative painting, and suggest several different readings. One is the mystical interpretation which seems popular - since the figures occupy different or parallel worlds of space and time, we are viewing a dialogue between the living and the dead.

Another reading might give us a depiction of space as in a traditional Chinese landscape: the near distance, the middle distance, and the far distance, all seen as if on top of one another.

Then, there is a third interpretation in which there is no illusion of space, but the figures are drawn haphazardly on the canvas, overlapping and on different scales, as they would appear on a sketchbook page.

Sometimes, as with this painting, the drawing with paint remains an outline, often fluid but then becoming more erratic, like the game of connecting dots or diagrams of the constellations. In other paintings, this outline is filled in with a frenetic hatching of colored lines. The paintings have the quality of colored drawings, which can be explained by Vann’s usual choice of using chopsticks to apply his marks, instead of brushes And sometimes, it is as if Vann just up and changed his mind or direction half way through. In “All the Things We Are,” we see a woman with a child sitting on the grass, two dogs lying on the grass, a small boy walking towards us, and the back leg of a cropped figure walking away. These are all viewed as if the artist were sitting on the grass drawing the figures; they are on the small level.

But there is a peculiar vertical strip of gesso with a line drawing at the left edge of the painting, that if I turn my head at the correct angle, reads like the tops of heads of figures. I think this painting started life as a vertical canvas with a colored line drawing as in the “Tales of a Shaman,” and then, for some reason was abandoned.

Perhaps Vann was interrupted and couldn’t return to it for a while, and when he did, he turned the canvas horizontally and began a new work, leaving this hint of another road not taken.

Vann seems to work from a combination of observational drawing and memory.

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Long-anticipated book is published to coincide with Luther Vann exhibit Sometimes it takes a village.

That’s just about what it took to bring forth Elemental: The Power of Illuminated Love, the long-awaited book with art by Luther E. Vann and poetry by Aberjhani.

It’s been a long time coming -- 14 years, in fact.

That’s when Vann and Aberjhani began a collaborative book project. They put more than 50 reproductions of Vann’s art and 40 of Aberjhani’s poems in their book.

From the beginning, the project was greeted with enthusiasm, but also weighed down by production costs. A member group of the Telfair Museum of Art, the Friends of African-American Arts, stepped in to begin raising money for the $15,000 publishing cost.

Aberjhani first saw Vann’s paintings at an exhibition at the Beach Institute in 1991. Although he’d never met Vann, he felt an immediate connection, and began writing poetry inspired by the paintings.

Not long after, the two met completely by chance and have been close friends ever since. They began sharing their work -- Van showing his new paintings to

Aberjhani, who used them as inspiration to write more poems.

Aberjhani then showed the poems to Vann, who felt as if the writer had been in the room with him while he painted.

Eventually, the idea for a book was broached.

And now, finally, the book is here, published to coincide with Vann’s exhibit, Elemental: Paintings by Luther Vann, which can be seen through Sept. 14 at the Telfair’s Jepson Center for the Arts. The book can be purchased for $39.95.

The book makes a perfect companion piece to the exhibition. Viewers who buy the book will feel like they’ve taken a piece of the exhibition home with them.

The book was designed and published

by Bonaventture Press. It’s a beautiful book, and the reproductions of the paintings are outstanding.

The poems were inspired by the paintings, and make perfect companions for the reproductions. All in all, Elemental is a real delight and was definitely worth the wait.

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purse appear in three small chopstick paintings.

In one, “Habersham and 41st Street,” she is one incident in the narrative, one character among others - a saxophone player and various youths in the background - as she moves along the sidewalk holding onto what seems like the top of a shopping cart.

In “Yard Sale, Lady in a Red Hat,” she completely dominates the picture plane as she searches through objects for sale.

And here perhaps is the difference between the small and large works.

I believe Vann makes sketches from life and the small paintings expand on one sketch, from one point of view, where the large works incorporate multiple sketches and have many points of view. It is reminiscent of the films of Kieslowski, the great Polish filmmaker (“Red”, “White”, “Blue”), who features the narrative of certain protagonists in a single film of a series, while allowing them to move into the other films as background characters,

tying everything together in one larger and more complex world.

What I call “real” painting is very hard to do these days. It requires a commitment to the language of painting, a subject matter that the artist loves and never tires of, and the use of techniques that would have been discovered through experimentation and accident, not those selected from the recipe book of pre-digested techniques taught in school.

But all these things require more time, patience and serious purpose than most artists in these fast paced times can summon up. Vann succeeds because he has a subject – the life observed in houses, on the streets and in the parks of his city - and a technique he has made his own: his use of saturated, unmixed colors on a black ground which creates a kind of luminosity.

If we add to that his obvious trust in the process of painting to produce something of quality for his thoughtful efforts, what we have is “real” painting.

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Despite endless online whining from the fanboys — those mega-geeks who make any self-respecting male contemplate a sex-change operation lest he be mistaken for one of these pathetic creatures — anyone who’s ever bothered to watch the acclaimed HBO series can realize that this motion picture sequel-of-sorts need not be the exclusive property of women and homosexuals.

At its heart, the show was about the necessity of enduring friendships and how they can serve as an anchor in a roiling sea of emotional upheavals. Based on the book

by Candace Bushnell, the series cannily focused on four New Yorkers who ideally represented different types of women: inquisitive Carrie (Sarah Jessica Parker), perpetually horny Samantha (Kim Cattrall), brainy, brittle Miranda (Cynthia Nixon) and reserved, constantly upbeat Charlotte (Kristin Davis). The show ended with the characters either married or in settled relationships, and the movie picks up several years after that point. That has changed the dynamic of the product, since the fun of watching these four single gals whoop it up in the Big Apple has by necessity been curtailed to focus on their triumphs and travails as attached women. Thus, Carrie is preoccupied with her upcoming marriage to longtime beau Mr. Big (Chris Roth); Samantha valiantly resists the call of the penis as she struggles to remain faithful to her hunky if unavailable boyfriend Jerry (Jason Lewis); Miranda contends with issues of infidelity as they re-

late to her husband Steve (David Eigenberg); and Charlotte is content with life with hubbie Harry (Evan Handler) and their adopted daughter. Sex and the City works because its ability to mix real-world issues with reel-world fantasies provides it with both gravity and buoyancy. The rawness of the Miranda-Steve situation serves as an effective counterpoint to Samantha’s comic ogling of a hunky neighbor (Gilles Marini), and the contrast elevates both plot threads. In fact, writer-director Michael Patrick King humanizes all these characters far more than detractors insist: Carrie seeks lasting love more than anything superficial, so how is her perennial desire for designer shoes any more offensive than any given guy’s ceaseless longing for a kick-ass home entertainment center? To be sure, the movie makes a few missteps. I really didn’t need the running gag of a dog that humps everything in sight. And the new character of Louise, Carrie’s personal assistant, is not only unnecessary but, worse, reveals that without any showstopping tunes to hide behind, Dreamgirls Oscar winner Jennifer Hudson might not possess an ounce of acting talent.

On the Indiana Jones Scale of Cinematic Achievements, the eagerly awaited Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull places dead last among the four big-screen Indy adventures. Given the quality of its predecessors, however, that can hardly be construed as a smackdown.

Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981) is one of cinema’s all-time greats, while Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom (1984) and Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade (1989) are two sequels that can hold their heads high. Nineteen years after the last installment, Steven Spielberg and pals again demonstrate they weren’t about to rest on their laurels. It’s now 1957, and World War II has since been replaced by the Cold War, meaning our intrepid archeologist-professor-swashbuckler now has his hands full battling Commies instead of Nazis.

The Russians, led by a slinky ball of blackhaired menace named Irina Spalko (Cate Blanchett), need Indy’s cooperation in helping them obtain an object -- a crystal skull, of course -- that will aid them in their quest for world domination. Indie’s journey to thwart them reunites him with Marion Ravenwood (three cheers for the return of Raiders’ Karen Allen) and also allows him to share adventures with a brash young greaser (Shia LaBeouf) and a loony old professor (John Hurt). Longtime fans will find the references to past films delightful and they’ll similarly be pleased to find Spielberg once again at his most limber. The first two-thirds of the film are such a blast that it makes the final section feel even more like a downer than it would under other circumstances. The plot in each of the first three pictures was convoluted, but all the disparate elements eventually coalesced. By the time we get to the climax here, we demand something truly marvelous, but all we get is a fairly lackluster finale that shamelessly borrows pieces from the Raiders and Last Crusade endings. Equally disappointing is the realiza-

tion that the film showcases paper villains not worthy of Indy’s time: Even Blanchett’s Irina Spalko is fairly dry, lacking the suave menace of Paul Freeman’s Belloq (from Raiders) or the slimy sadism of Ronald Lacey’s Major Toht (ditto). But Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull is really about one character, the man who, to borrow the auto slogan, is Built Ford Tough. It’s been 11 years since the superstar has appeared in a movie that entertained (Air Force One), and it’s been depressing watching this talented performer fritter away a once-illustrious career in garbage like Hollywood Homicide and Firewall.

Here, though, the 65-year-old actor again dons the role that fits him like a glove, and his enthusiasm and athleticism (as always, he performed many of his own stunts) serve to further fuel our own glee for the project.

Son of Rambow With all four Rambo flicks hitting DVD in a lavish new box set, now’s as good a time as any to check out Son of Rambow, a British coming-of-age yarn whose central premise is that a Sylvester Stallone actioner can influence budding filmmakers as much as any classic ever crafted by Welles, Hitchcock or Lean. Set in a small English community in the 1980s, this sweet fable focuses on Lee Carter (Will Poulter), a mischievous lad who’s always getting into trouble, and Will Proudfoot (Bill Milner), a quiet boy who belongs to a strict religious sect that forbids most contact with the outside world and its trappings (such as film and television). Lee bullies the naive Will into serving as the stuntman on the action flick he’s creating for the sake of a TV competition (Screen Test, an actual U.K. series back in the ‘70s and ‘80s); once Will watches First Blood, Lee’s inspiration for his own film, his imagination is fired by this taboo medium and he throws himself wholeheartedly into the project. It all sounds a bit precious, but Poulter and especially Milner are such charismatic young performers that they inject Son of Rambow

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The Strangers One of my cinematic pet peeves is when a fellow scribe describes a motion picture as pointless. Despite the scarcity of story, or lack of depth among the characters, or general ineptitude on every level, the filmmakers had some sort of vision -- some raison d’etre -- for making their movie, and that alone means it has some sort of point. Now here comes The Strangers to test out my long-standing theory and risk turning me into a hypocrite. Is there a point to this anemic thriller in which a young couple (Liv Tyler and Scott Speedman) are terrorized in a secluded vacation home by three masked invaders? Maybe the point is to show how none of us are really safe from the evils of the outside world, even when we’re in our own homes. That’s a moldy premise that barely needs repeating: For starters, just the past two months alone have seen the theat-

rical release of Funny Games and the DVD release of the French import Them, both wielding identical plotlines. Or perhaps writer-director Bryan Bertino’s only purpose is to scare the living hell out of audience members, a noble pursuit in this age of fright-free terror tales. But The Strangers isn’t scary, only boring, and the final image shows that Bertino didn’t even have the balls to follow the story to its logical ending. His cop-out may not make the movie even more pointless, but it certainly makes it more insulting.

Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian

Fantasy fans who felt the void created by the wrap-up of the Lord of the Rings flicks in 2003 could take comfort in the identical elements -- magical creatures, large-scale battles, simplistic delineation of good versus evil -- that were on display in 2005’s The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe.

With that film proving to be almost as potent at the box office as the LOTR trilogy, we now get The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian, which turns out to be that rare sequel which improves upon the original.

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path taken by many second installments in film franchises (The Empire Strikes Back, Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom, Back to the Future Part II, The Care Bears Movie II: A New Generation). In this one, the four Pevensie kids -- Peter (William Moseley), Susan (Anna Popplewell), Edmund (Skandar Keynes) and Lucy (Georgie Henley) -- find themselves at a London subway station one minute and back in the magical land of Narnia the next. But this isn’t the lovely, bright Narnia they left behind; now 1,300 years later (in Narnian time, of course), they’ve returned to find a gloomy environment in which humans (the Telmarine race) have taken over and all mystical creatures are believed to be extinct. One of the Telmarines, the dashing Prince Caspian (Ben Barnes), is the rightful heir to the throne, but after an assassination attempt by his uncle (Sergio Castellitto), he elects to hightail it to the woods, where he discovers that talking animals and other enchanted Narnia denizens still exist after all. Eventually, the prince, the woodland inhabitants and the Pevensie siblings band forces to restore Narnia to its previous glory. A couple of familiar faces from the previous picture return in small roles, yet it’s cast newcomer Peter Dinklage (The Station Agent) who walks away with this film; he’s excellent as Trumpkin, a surly dwarf who slowly warms up to the four children who invade his territory. As for the kids, this is clearly a case where girls rule, boys drool. Susan cuts a fierce figure as a warrior queen, while Lucy is allowed to establish the strongest bonds with the Narnians. On the other hand, the interesting Edmund is given too little to do, while Peter is only slightly less generic than fellow pretty-boy Caspian.

What Happens in Vegas

When invited to join me at the press screening for What Happens In Vegas, a good friend of mine declined, e-mailing, “I can only stand one romantic comedy a year, and No Country for Old Men was it for me in ‘08.” That quip’s funnier than anything found in the actual movie, and 20th Century Fox would have done well to hire him

to pen the film’s screenplay.

As it stands, this is the year’s umpteenth assembly-line rom-com, although it’s admittedly easier to take than most of its predecessors: It’s less obnoxious than Fool’s Gold, less forced than Made of Honor and less formulaic (well, by a sliver, anyway) than 27 Dresses. Cameron Diaz plays Joy, an ambitious Wall Street trader who’s just been dumped by her fiancé (Jason Sudeikis); Ashton Kutcher is Jack, a slacker who’s just been fired from the company business by his own dad (Treat Williams).

They both decide to head to Vegas, where they meet, get drunk and wind up married.

After sobering up, they realize they don’t even like each other, so once they’re back in New York, they try desperately to get a divorce. Instead, the judge (Dennis Miller) sentences them to six months of marriage, requiring them to visit a counselor (Queen Latifah) weekly to monitor their progress.

Diaz is typically winning, while Kutcher doesn’t blend in with the furniture as much as he usually does. But those attending the film hoping to scope out the title city will be disappointed, since most of the action takes place in New York City.

Speed Racer To complain about the excesses of Speed Racer would be like bitching that there are too many rib eyes kept on ice at your local steakhouse, or that there are too many references to God in the Holy Bible. Anyone who ever watched the original 1960s cartoon series (which, along with Kimba the White Lion, largely introduced Americans to Japanese anime long before it became the mainstream rage) can recall that show’s frenetic pace, often zippy visuals and gaudy color schemes. The Wachowski Brothers, who created a whole new world with The Matrix, have now decided to push the envelope once again, this time by transforming the cheesy, on-the-cheap cartoon into a gargantuan, all-expenses-paid summer blockbuster. It’s clear that one of their goals was to introduce a new visual vocabulary to

cinema, perhaps even influencing the direction of the medium itself. That’s not likely to happen. Love it or hate it, there’s no denying the visual wizardry behind Speed Racer. But visual wizardry is about all that the movie has going for it, and it’s hard to rally the troops behind so chilly a leader.

Iron Man Given their general status as popcorn flicks heavier on the decadent calories than on the nutritional value, I’m always pleasantly surprised by how much care Hollywood studios take when it comes to casting their superheroes in franchise flicks.

Otherwise, we’d have had to endure such box office draws as Adam Sandler as Superman, Will Ferrell as Spider-Man and Mike Myers as Wolverine. Instead, we’ve been lucky enough to have been privy to (for starters) Christopher Reeve as Superman, Tobey Maguire as Spider-Man and Hugh Jackman as Wolverine (George Clooney as Batman, not so much). With Iron Man, Paramount Pictures settled on an actor who turned out to be both unexpected and just right. Robert Downey Jr. is hardly an unknown, yet any baggage he brings to the role only serves to enhance the character, not diminish him. Centering on the Marvel Comics character created back in 1963, Iron Man smoothly updates the action from the Vietnam War era to the Iraq War era without missing a beat. Swaggering, selfcentered inventor and industrialist Tony Stark (Downey) has attained both fame and fortune by providing the U.S. military with its most reliable weapons of mass destruction. While in Afghanistan to show off his latest invention, Stark is captured and injured by a group of insurgents who drag him off to their mountainside lair. There, a fellow prisoner (Shaun Toub) creates an electromagnetic device that prevents shrapnel from reaching Stark’s heart. Realizing that this is only a temporary fix, the two set about working from Stark’s designs on how to build a special suit of armor. Back home, Stark re-evaluates his life and realizes that

instead of continuing to build instruments of death, he wants to dedicate himself to fighting for peace. This decision perplexes his faithful right-hand woman Pepper Potts (a game Gwyneth Paltrow), his best friend Rhodey (Terrence Howard, asked to coast until the next film) and his business partner Obadiah Stane (an imaginatively cast Jeff Bridges). Nevertheless, Stark won’t be swayed, and to accomplish his goal, he sets about building a sleeker, more efficient and infinitely cooler outfit. Stark’s difficulties provide the film with many of its most amusing moments, as do the flirtatious interludes between Stark and Pepper (Downey and Paltrow work well together).

Made of Honor Those of us reviewing films back in the late 80s/early 90s remember Patrick Dempsey as a talentless 20-something who regularly turned up in bombs like Run and Loverboy. He largely disappeared for a decade or so, occasionally popping up in minor TV projects and straight-to-DVD titles, before unexpectedly rising Lazaruslike from the dead with a career-redefining turn on the hit series Grey’s Anatomy. It must be said that middle age agrees with the 42-year-old Dempsey. As witnessed in last year’s Enchanted and now Made of Honor, Dempsey has settled into being a competent (if passive) romantic lead on the big screen. And for his first starring role since his rebirth (since Enchanted was all about Amy Adams), he’s wisely picked a project that will only further his standing as the country’s resident “McDreamy.” Unfortunately, those of us hoping for entertainment value beyond mere eye candy will be sorely left hanging with Made of Honor, the sort of romantic comedy that Hollywood spits out of the formula factory on a tight schedule.

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Baby Mama With Will Ferrell, Adam Sandler and other comedians routinely hoarding the screens in our nation’s multiplexes, here come Tina Fey and Amy Poehler to remind audiences that, like their male counterparts, girls just want to have fun.

Indeed, the Cyndi Lauper hit of that name is granted its own karaoke-set scene in Baby Mama, and its inclusion is fitting in a movie that’s similarly pointed, joyous, and light on its feet.Even funnier than the current Forgetting Sarah Marshall (which itself is pretty damn funny), Baby Mama stars Fey as Kate Holbrook, a successful businesswoman who finds out that she only has a one-in-a-million chance of getting pregnant. Wanting a child more than a man (but open to both), this news hits her hard, and she turns to an agency to provide her with a surrogate mom. She ends up getting Angie Ostrowiski (Poehler), who clearly resides several rungs down the social ladder.

After Angie becomes pregnant, circumstances force her to move in with Kate, and it’s not long before Angie’s slovenly lifestyle clashes with Kate’s obsessivecompulsive behavior, and vice versa. The plot complications arrive with clockwork precision, and it’s this rigid formula (along with a ludicrous development at the end) that prevents a fine movie from being even better. Yet judging it strictly on its comic merits, Baby Mama delivers (pun not intended, I assure you). Scripter Michael McCullers (who also directed) serves up several killer quips guaranteed to remain among the year’s freshest, and the two perfectly cast leading ladies are backed by an engaging mix of emerging talents and seasoned veterans. Among the relative newcomers, Romany Malco is a bright presence as a straight-talking doorman, while Dax Shepard holds his own as Angie’s doofus boyfriend. Yet it’s

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the old pros who really shine: Sigourney Weaver is suitably smug as the head of the surrogate center, gamely being shellacked by some of the script’s best zingers. And then there’s Steven Martin, spot-on as the creator of the organic health food chain for which Kate works. Mocking New Age-y tendencies is a moldy idea long past its expiration date, yet in his portrayal of the ponytailed Barry, Martin positively makes it seem like a notion that’s never been tackled before. Whether name-dropping celebrities with delicate precision or “rewarding” Kate with five minutes of uninterrupted eye contact, Barry is a real piece of P.C. work.

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womanizing Tom), one female (Michelle Monaghan’s brainy Hannah) -- who have always been afraid that intimacy would ruin their perfect camaraderie. But once Hannah goes to Scotland for six weeks, Tom realizes that she’s been the right one all along; unfortunately, when she returns stateside, it’s with a fiancé (Kevin McKidd) in tow. Comic desperation can be seen at alarmingly frequent intervals. The fellating-female-bobblehead gag was handled far more wittily in Forgetting Sarah Marshall (is this 2008’s unexpected movie trend?), while other dim comic bits include such Hail Mary desperation passes as Hannah’s grandmother mistaking glowin-the-dark anal beads for a necklace (and of course wearing them throughout the film) and a Scottish relative’s name, Athol, being misunderstood by the Americans as -- well, take a guess.

Harold & Kumar Escape from Guantanamo Bay Back in 2004, I gave Harold & Kumar Go to White Castle 2-1/2 stars, and I’d be a hypocrite if I elected to stick with that rating. That’s because I’ve since been compelled to see the movie twice more, and what originally struck me as a fairly even mix between sharp satire and sophomore humor has proven itself to clearly be a clever comedy in which even the bawdy gags display a certain degree of ingenuity in their conception and execution.

It’s pretty much guaranteed that Harold & Kumar Escape from Guantanamo Bay won’t be enjoying a similar critical ascension in the years to come. Aside from a crack involving Osama bin Laden’s beard, the gross-out gags aren’t particularly fresh, and because the satire is less subversive and more overt than before, what you see is basically what you get. As the brash and impulsive Indian-American Kumar and the more sensible and sensitive KoreanAmerican Harold, Kal Penn and John Cho again deserve the lion’s share of the credit for making these pictures work.

They’re an engaging team, and here, the plot requires their characters to get mistaken for terrorists while on an international flight; soon, they’re being interrogated by a moronic Homeland Security honcho (Rob Corddry) who decides to send them to Guantanamo Bay to enjoy a steady diet of “cock-meat sandwiches.”

But before long, the boys escape and find themselves on a cross-country odyssey that involves in-bred Southerners, a “bottomless” party, dimwitted Klansmen (or is that a redundancy?) and even George W. Bush himself. And yes, Neil Patrick Harris returns, again playing himself as a sex-crazed, foul-mouthed party animal.

Kumar’s pursuit of a former college flame provides the film with more plot than its predecessor, and that’s not necessarily a good thing. And bringing back Harris was wise, but did we really need a replay of Kumar’s fantasy sequence involving an anthropomorphic bag of pot?

Build a Banjo!

Akonting/Banjo Workshop Under the tent in the Garden at the Ships of the Sea Museum June 28, 2008 10am

Build simple, resonant versions of the Akonting (the Senegambian ancestor of the banjo) and a 4-string fretless early form of the Banjo.

Workshop ($30.00) includes 2 kits, tools, playing instruction and many resources – written, recorded and on the web. Registration is required and limited to 10 participants. Children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult.

For Information or Registration: Call Ships of the Sea Museum at 912-232-1511 and ask for Tony, or email tonypizzo@shipsofthesea.org for a written description of the weekend.

Ships of the Sea Museum 41 Martin Luther King Blvd Savannah, GA www.shipsofthesea.0rg

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Activism & Politics Chatham County Democratic Party

Contact Maxine Harris at 352-0470 or R1999MHAR@aol.com. Second Mon. of every month. Chatham County Democratic Headquarters, 109 W. Victory Dr. 912-7908683. www.chathamdems.com/

Chatham County Young Democrats

for ages 14 to 39. Will hold a Meet and Greet for Democratic candidates on Thursday, June 12 from 6:30-8 pm at the Bull Street Library. stepsavannah@aol.com, 631-2674.

Chatham County Young Republicans For information, visit www.savannahyr.com or call Brad Morrison at 596-4810.

Coastal Democrats

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

Drinking Liberally

An informal gathering of left-leaners. august1494@excite.com or www.DrinkingLiberally.org.

Libertarian Party of Chatham County

meets the first and third Thursday at 8:30 p.m. at Chinatown Buffet, 307 Highway 80 in Garden City. 308-3934 or www.no-debts. com/chathamlibertariansga.html. Third and First Thurs. of every month.

National Council of Negro Women

meets the first Saturday of the month at 10 a.m. at the Ralph Mark Gilbert Civil Rights Museum. First Sat. of every month. Ralph Mark Gilbert Civil Rights Museum, 460 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. 912-231-8900. www.sip.armstrong.edu/CivilRightsMuse-

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Savannah Area Republican Women meets the first Wednesday of the month at 11:30 am at Johnny Harris Restaurant Banquet Room on Victory Drive. Cost is $13 at the door. 598-1883. First Wed. of every month. Johnny Harris Restaurant, 1651 East Victory Drive. 912-354-7810. www.johnnyharris.com/

Savannah Republican Club

Meets second Tuesday of the month. 9277170. Second Tues. of every month.

Skidaway Island Democrats

will hold a night for local candidates Thursday, June 5 at 7 p.m. in The Landings Assoication Building conference room, 600 Landings Way South. oxhouse@aol.com.

Through June 5.

Benefits 3rd Annual YPS Luau

Proceeds will go to the YPS Jump Start Program, which helps young professionals make the transition from college to the real world. Saturday, June 14 7-10 pm at Bonna Bella Yacht Club. $45. www.ypsav. net. Through June 14.

Whitemarsh Island Shopping Center

912-898-0361

www.thesavannahyogaroom.com

to benefit the Savannah Area Tennis Association will be held June 8 from 12:303:30pm at Baja Cantina, 3A Skidaway Village Walk. Tickets are $15, with proceeds going to tennis programs such as wheelchair tennis, Special Olympics and inner city youth programs. Raffle tickets will be available for $25 or $40 for two. bajallc@ bellsouth.net. Through June 8.

Hope House of Savannah

is a nonprofit housing program for homeless women and their children. Hope House is requesting donation of new or gently used furniture for its transitional housing program, Peeler House. Pick-up can be arranged and a tax deductible letter will be provided. Call 236-5310.

Volunteer training will be held Saturday, June 7 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Coldwell Banker/Platinum Partners, 6349 Abercorn St. Linda Edwards, 352-3550. Through June 7.

Recycle, Reduce and Reuse for Coastal Pet Rescue

5K and 1 mile walks and runs will be held to benefit Fathers Helping Mothers Sunday, June 15 at Daffin Park. For entrance fees and info, call 232-0334, 236-1389 or 695-5628. Through June 15.

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 Christy at 354-3021 or ecycle@ coastalpetrescue.org to arrange for cartridge pickup.

Dance to the Music IX

Ride to Remember Poker Run

5th Annual 5K Father’s Day Race

Shag-Beach Bop-Etc. Savannah will present a fundraiser for Open Arms July 17-20 in Pooler. Events will include an auction, kick-off party, The Carolina Beach Boyz in concert, four deejays and dancing, plus five dance workshops, vendors, pool parties and more. Advance tickets are $55 if purchased by June 15 and $60 after that.

Tan-TasTic Tanning A Whole New Tanning Experience

This event to benefit the Alzheimer’s Association will be held Saturday, June 14, 2008 at Low Country Customs in Garden City. Registration:, 9 am. First Bike Out, 9:30 am. Last Bike In, 2 pm at Yong’s Country Club. The entry fee is $20.

Additional hands are $5. Stops include Renegade Cycles, Harley Davidson, and

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with a student or military ID Kensington Shopping Center 806 DeRenne Ave (Next to Walgreens, Baker’s Pride and Sunny Side Up Restaurant)

(912) 352-3111

Augie’s Pub in Richmond Hill. After the ride, there will be entertainment, food, a 50/50 drawing, door prizes and more. Open to bikes, cars and trucks. 920-2231 or www.alz.org/georgia. Rain date is June 28.

Through June 28. for all types of vehicles to benefit the Alzheimer’s Association will be held Saturday, June 14 at Low Country Customs, Garden City. Registration 9am, First Bike Out 9:30am, Last Bike In 2 pm at Yong’s Country Club. $20, additional hand $5. 920-2231. Through June 14.

Second Annual Police Foundation Golf Tournament

will be held June 18 at The Club of Savannah Harbor. 201-2018. Through June 18.

Sugar Refinery Family Support Fund

Donations can be made to the United Way of the Coastal Empire. All proceeds will go to affected victims and their families.

Credit-card donations may be made calling 651-7701, and checks and money orders made payable to the United Way of the Coastal Empire, with “Sugar Refinery Family Support Fund” written in the memo line, can be mailed to: United Way of the Coastal Empire, 428 Bull St., Savannah, 31401.

United Way Night

at Oglethorpe Speedway, 200 Jesup Rd. in Pooler, Friday, June 6. Gates open 6 pm, races at 8 pm. See Dale Earnhardt Jr.’s No. 88 race car. Tickets are $12. Penny Cox, 651-7720 or pcox@uwce.org. Through June 6.

Call for Entries Call for Proposals

Proposals for 2009 Contracts for Cultural Services program should be submitted to the City of Savannah’s Cultural Affairs Commission. Deadline July 5 at 5 p.m.

Michelle Hunter, 525-3100, Ext. 2847 or mhunter@savannahga.gov. Through July 5.

Father’s Day Outstanding Volunteer Contest

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the agencies or programs he volunteers for and the number of years he’s been volunteering. Deadline is June 2. Forms at www.handsonsavannah.org. Submit items to: Amanda Wilder. awilder@uwce.org, or mail to: Hands On Savannah, Father’s Day Nomination, 428 Bull Street, Savannah, 31401. Through June 20.

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Submissions for 2008 Savannah Film Festival

Professional and student film submissions are being accepted for the 2008 Savannah Film Festival, which will be held Oct. 25 to Nov. 1. No works in progress will be accepted. Categories include animation, documentary feature, documentary short, narrative feature, narrative short and student. The entry fee is $40 for professional films and $20 for student films. Visit www. withoutabox.com or www.scad.edu/filmfest. All entries must be postmarked by June 16 and selected entrants will be notified by Sept. 15. Through June 16.

Classes & Workshops 700 Kitchen Cooking School

will offer hands-on educational/entertaining cooking classes at the Mansion on Forsyth Park, 700 Drayton St. The cost of each class is $90 per person. Call 238-5158 or visit http://www.700kitchen.com.

Abstinence Education

Hope House and Savannah State University are providing an after-school program for youth and young adults ages 12 to 29.

Program activities last for about 2 hours every Wednesday at SSU. Transportation is provided. Snacks, field trips and supportive services are provided at no charge.

236-5310. Savannah State University, 3219 College St. 912-356-2181. www.savstate. edu/

Adult Painting, Drawing and Clay Classes

Ongoing beginner, intermediate and open studio classes are offered Tuesdays from 9:30 a.m. to noon and 6-8 p.m. or Thursdays from 9:30 a.m. to noon. All levels welcome, with encouragement to expand your skills. Clay classes are $100 per 10-hour session plus $30 for clay and kiln usage.

Painting and drawing classes are $85 per 10-hour session and a basic art supply fee, if needed. The instructor is Carolyne Graham, a sculptor, artist and certified art teacher. Call 925-7393 or 925-5465.

Adults and Kids Sewing Classes

Fabrika. 140 Abercorn is taking deposits for summer kids and adults sewing classes. Kids 10 and up can take “Intro to Sewing” workshops. Choices include making a tote bag, fabric crafts and quilting.

Kids 12 and up can take an intermediate workshop on basic fashion design. Adult workshops include into classes in making an A-line skirt, a sun hat or a halter dress.

Visit FabrikaSavannah.com or call 2361122. Private lessons are available.

Alpha and Omega Pre-K

Slots are available for this year’s free PreK program and enrollment is open for the 2008-2009 school year. Children 4 and 5 are being accepted. Call 232-7505 or apply Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 4906 Pineland Drive next to Gould Elementary in Garden City.

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ARIES

CANCER

Since authoring the book *Brazen Careerist: The New Rules for Success,* Penelope Trunk has written a blog that offers further advice. Recently she wrote about a subject I’d love for you to think about: mentors.

You’re in a phase when you have a heightened knack for identifying and attracting and learning from the guides you need.

Here’s one of Trunk’s most crucial points: To take maximum advantage of your teachers, ask them what questions you should be asking them. Don’t assume you always know what you need to find out. (You can read Trunk’s post at tinyurl.com/5ofj9x.)

Whatever you do, Cancerian, DON’T open the door of that closet that hasn’t been opened in years. DON’T poke your nose into the funny business that has been going on behind the scenes. DON’T peek inside Pandora’s *other* box, or pick the fruit of temptation off the tree of knowledge, or rush in, like a trusting fool, where angels fear to tread. DON’T do any of these controversial, forbidden things, my dear Crab -- unless you want to risk embarking on some enigmatic, elemental, enlightening adventures.

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TAURUS

(April 20-May 20) “Woodsman Claims: ‘Lady Bigfoot Kept Me as Her Love Slave!’” That was the headline of a report in the *Weekly World News.* In addition to providing fascinating details about the man’s captivity, the article also had a helpful section on the jobs most likely to get someone kidnapped by a female sasquatch.

They included lumberjack, surveyor, landscape artist, and ornithologist.

In my astrological opinion, that list should be amended, at least for the next few weeks, to note that *Taurus* lumberjacks, surveyors, landscape artists, and ornithologists are especially susceptible. Why do I say that?

Because according to my projections, many of you Tauruses will be swept up in or profoundly influenced by powerful feminine energy.

GEMINI

(May 21-June 20) “The truth is *always* more interesting that your preconception of what it might be,” says author Steven Levy. Journalists “should not have the stories written out in their heads before they report them. Preconceptions can blind you to the full, rich human reality that awaits you when you actually listen to your subjects and approach the material with an open mind.” I think that’s an excellent strategy to use even if you’re not a journalist -- and especially for you right now, while you’re in a phase when the healing shock of the new is available everywhere you go.

(June 21-July 22)

LEO

(July 23-Aug. 22) I happen to like *The Bees Made Honey in the Lion’s Skull,* a CD by sludge rockers Earth. But I’m not urging you to get a copy of it so much as I’m suggesting that you carry out a metaphorical equivalent of what the album’s title describes. This is a perfect time for you to create something sweet in a situation that once scared the sleep out of you.

VIRGO

(Aug. 23-Sept. 22) In the ancient text known as the *Sutra of Forty-Two Chapters,* the Buddha is quoted as saying, “My doctrine is to think the thought that is unthinkable, to practice the deed that is unperformable, to speak the speech that is inexpressible, and to be trained in the discipline that is beyond discipline.” Those happen to be your tough assignments in the coming week, Virgo. You will actually have a good chance at succeeding if you refuse to be excessively sober and serious in your approach. The more fun you have and the more playful your style is, the greater the likelihood is that you will pull off subtle yet spectacular feats that may seem impossible to more nononsense people.

LIBRA

(Sept. 23-Oct. 22) “Dear Dr. Brezsny: I love my weekly dose of astrological wit, but I’ve got to say that if I had all the fun and revelry you predict, I wouldn’t be a morose meandering malcontent, as I am now. And if I had even half of the flirting and romance that your prophecies promise, I

certainly wouldn’t be home on Saturday nights playing World of Warcraft. I must conclude that you’re living in a different dimension than I am. So how do I get over there to where you are? - Up-in-the-Air Libra.”

Dear Up-in-the-Air: Funny you should mention this. Due to a rare crack in the space-time continuum, there’s currently a wormhole between my dimension and the dimension where up-in-the-air Libras live. Come on over! You’ll know you’re near the portal when you feel an urge to exuberantly leap up off your feet for no reason.

SCORPIO

(Oct. 23-Nov. 21) Please join me in a boycott of horoscope columns and astrology books that insinuate all Scorpios are cruel, perverted, power-mad jealousy freaks.

Let’s refuse to read those propagandists until they cease and desist from brainwashing the masses into directing bigotry toward your tribe. It’s true that there are some less-evolved Scorpios who speed up their cars to run over small animals and treat romance as a game in which there can be only one winner. But do we demonize all scientists simply because a few mad physicists created weapons of mass destruction?

Of course not. I hereby proclaim June to be Scorpio Pride Month -- a time to celebrate your winning qualities, especially your unparalleled skill at helping to activate the dormant potentials of people you care about. Promise me you’ll do that even more intensely than usual.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

“Take time to stop and smell the flowers,” says an old homily. Albert Hoffman, the Swiss scientist who discovered LSD and lived to age 102, had a different approach. “Take the time to stop and *be* the flowers,” he said. That’s my advice to you, Sagittarius. Don’t just set aside a few stolen moments to sniff the snapdragons, taste the rain, chase the wind, watch the hummingbirds, and listen to a friend. Use your imagination to actually BE the snapdragons and rain and wind and hummingbirds and friend. It’s time to not just behold the Other, but to *become* the Other.

CAPRICORN

(Dec. 22-Jan. 19) What Martin Luther King Jr. said about epic struggles in the political arena is also apt for you in your private life, especially now: “Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that.

Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that.” I recommend that you translate his advice into the intimate details of your relationships. If you really do that with the irresistible force of your burning conviction, you will prove another one of King’s excellent thoughts: “Unarmed truth and unconditional love will have the final word in reality.”

AQUARIUS

(Jan. 20-Feb. 18) Scientists used to believe that a butterfly has no recollection of its previous life as a caterpillar.

The pupa breaks down into primal goo during its metamorphosis, they said, erasing all trace of its caterpillar brain.

But new research suggests that there is in fact continuity. At least some of what the caterpillar learned remains available to the butterfly. As you carry out your own personal mutation in the coming months, Aquarius, I believe you will experience a similar process, thus ensuring that the New You has most of the wisdom that the Old You possessed.

PISCES

(Feb. 19-March 20) It’s Blame All Your Problems on God Week. You have license to shun responsibility for the pain you feel and the messes you’ve made, and instead ascribe it all to the Divine Mischief Maker.

The secret of achieving success in this enterprise is to act as if your dilemmas really do have nothing to do with anything you’ve done, but have been entirely caused by God’s mistakes, his intentional cruelty, or his wicked sense of humor. By the way, Accept Total Responsibility for Your Problems Week is coming up next, and to observe that holiday correctly you will have to be thoroughly sincere about this week’s. P.S. It’s crucial that you really do blame everything on God, and not on actual human beings. P.P.S. If you’re an atheist, it’s Blame All Your Problems on Your Parents Week.

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Art Smarts Camp

The Savannah College of Art and Design and the Savannah Arts Academy will hold this day camp for children 7-14 in three one-week sessions July 21-Aug. 8 at the Savannah Arts Academy, 508 Washington Ave. For info and registration, visit www. scad.edu/admission/summer_programs or call 325-5100. Through Aug. 1.

Art, Music and Tutoring for the Inner Child

Beginning piano and voice lessons are taught by Linda Luke, who also tutors students in reading. Creative dance and a snack are included in the lessons, and special education students are welcome.

Sculpture, painting and drawing are taught

by Jerry Luke. Private and small group lessons are available and open to adults, teens and younger children. The lessons last an hour and the cost is $80 a month.

The address is 5225 Skidaway Rd. Call 349-0521 or 843-496-0651 for info.

Art, Music, Piano and Voice Tutoring

for all age groups. Lessons are available now and through the summer months.

Music teacher with a master’s degree, serious inquirites only. 961-7021 or 6671056.

Beading Classes

Learn jewelry-making techniques from beginner to advanced at Bead Dreamer Studio, 407A E. Montgomery Cross Rd. Call 920-6659. Bead Dreamer Studio, 407 A East Montgomery Crossroads. 912-9206659. www.beaddreamer.com

Children’s Art Classes

for grades 1-5 offer basic art, clay and mixed media on Wednesdays from 4-5:30 p.m. Cost is $65 per 5 weeks, basics supplied. Teen Class meets Thursday 4-6 p.m. Cost is $75 per 5 weeks, most supplies furnished. Savannah Art and Clay Creations, contact carolynegraham@aol. com or 925-7393.

Construction Apprentice Program

is a free 16-week training program for men and women interested in gaining construction skills for career level jobs in construction. Earn a technical certificate of credit with no cost for trainingk, books or tools. Provided t hrough a collaboration of Chatham County, the Homebuilders Association of Savannah, Savannah Technical Eollege and Step Up Savannah’s Poverty Reduction Initiative. To apply, 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. The Sentient Bean, 13 East Park Ave. 912-232-4447. www. sentientbean.com

Credit and Money Management 12 Hour Seminar

This ongoing course is held every month at the Effingham YMCA in Rincon. This seminar is the first standardized credit education program in the nation. Topics covered are the steps to improve your credit rating and raise your credit scores, budgeting, managing your debt, what lenders require when you borrow money, how to spot looming money problems and how to deal with them before it’s too late. The fee is $99 per person or $169 per couple. Space is limited and registration is required in advance. Contact Carmen at 826-6263 or

484-1266.

Cultural Affairs Summer Art Camp

Registration for the City of Savannah’s Department of Cultural Affairs Summer Art Camp will begin April 14. Nine camp sessions will be offered June 9 through Aug. 29 for children in painting, ceramics, metalwork, mixed media and performing arts. One-week full-day sessions cost $125 per child and two-week intensive sessions are $250. An introductory half-day camp for ages 4-6 costs $75. Visit www.savannahga.gov/arts or call 651-6783. Through Aug. 29.

Diabetes Summer Camp

for children ages 5-13 sponsored by the Diabetes Management Center and YMCA of Coastal Georgia will be held Aug. 3-7.

Call 819-6146. Through Aug. 2.

Fany’s Spanish/English Institute

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. Fany’s Spanish/English Institute, 15 E. Montgomery Cross Rd.

First City Club, 32 Bull St. 912-238-4548. www.firstcityclub.com/

Oatland Island Wildlife Center

has a new name, but still offcers environmental education programs and weekend events. It is open seven days a week from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., closed only on Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day. www.oatlandisland.org. Oatland Island Education Center, 711 Sandtown Rd. 912898-3980. www.oatlandisland.org/

Personal Money Management

BOAN Consults, LLC sponsors monthly workshops. Call 398-8148 or email info@ boanconsults.com. BOAN Consults, LLC sponsors monthly workshops. Call 3988148 or email info@boanconsults.com.

Puppet Shows

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

Rising Star

with sculptor Melisa Cadell in North Carolina Aug. 25-29. Cost $525. Judy Mooney, 443-9313 or judymooney@bellsouth.net.

Through Aug. 20.

The Savannah College of Art and Design will host Rising Star, a 5-week program that awards college credit to rising high school seniors June 21-July 26 at SCADSavannah, 342 Bull St. For info, visit www. scad.edu/admissionsummer_programs or call 525-5100. Through June 20.

Free Tax School

Savannah Art & Clay Creations

Figure Sculpture in Clay Retreat

Earn extra income after taking this course.

Flexible schedules, convenient locations.

The class is free but there is a small fee for books. Call 352-2862 or visit www.libertytax.com.

Garbage, Goo, Recycling and YOU

The Chatham County Department of Public Works is sponsoring this show by the Puppet People, which will tour elementary schools to teach students the importance of learning to Reduce, Reuse and Recycle.

For bookings, call 355-3366.

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. GED/adult literacy education is being offered Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to noon or 1-4 p.m.

Human Resource Management for Executives

will be presented April 29, July 24 and Oct. 24 from 6:30-8 pm at Savannah Entrepreneurial Center, 801 E. Gwinnett St. 6523582 or 236-0631. Through Oct. 24.

Introduction to Mindfulness Meditation

A meditation period will be followed by instruction in the application of the foundations of Mindfulness practice to daily life.

Beginner’s and experienced practitioners welcome. Ongoing weekly sessions held Monday from 6-7:30 p.m. at 313 E. Harris St. Call Cindy Beach, Buddhist nun, at 429-7265 or cindy@alwaysoptions.com.

Unitarian Universalist Church of Savannah, 313 Harris St. 912-234-0980. www. uusavannah.org

Leaving a Legacy Writing Workshop Millionaire Women’s Club hosts a workshop on writing an ethical will June 21 at 7:45 am. $65. Judd, 236-3660 or judd@ internationalcoach.org. Through June 21.

Classes in Raku, brush work, relief work, surface decoration, figurative and more in clay with individual attention are offered 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.

Savannah Entrepreneurial Center

offers a variety of business classes. It is located at 801 E. Gwinnett St. Call 652-3582.

Savannah Entrepreneurial Center, 801 E. Gwinnett Street. 912-652-3582.

Savannah High Class of 63 Reunion

is set for June 6 and 7. Contact Brenda Sutton at savannahhigh1963classreunion@ yahoo.com or Linda Combs at glitter1963@ comcast.net. Through June 7.

Savannah Learning Center Spanish Classes

Studio or Space by the Hour

Space is available for coaches, teachers, instructors, trainers, therapists or organizations that require a studio or space by the hour. Contact Tony at 655-4591 for an appointment.

Teen Art & Clay Classes

Explore a variety of materials in this class specifically designed for teenage art students, taught by former middle school art teacher Carolyne Graham Thursdays from 3:30-5:30 p.m. The cost is $75 for 5 weeks of instruction. Call 925-7393 or 925-5465.

Ten Star All Star Basketball Camp

Applications are being evaluated for the Ten Star All Star Summer Basketball Camp, which is by invitation only. Boys and girls ages 10-19 are eligible to apply. College basketball scholarships are possible for players selected to the All-American Team. There also is a summer camp for boys and girls 6-18 of all skill levels. Call 704-373-0873 or visit www.tenstarcamp. com. Through July 15.

Tybee Island Marine Science Center offers Beach Discovery and marsh walks.

Aquarium hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Wednesday through Monday, and from 9 a.m. to noon on Tuesday. Admission is $4 for adults and $3 for children, ages 3016.

Senior, military and AAA discounts are available. Call 786-5917 or visit www.tybeemsc.org. Tybee Island Marine Science Center, 1510 Strand. 912-786-5917. www. tybeemsc.org/

Volunteer 101

A 30-minute course that covers issues to help volunteers get started is held the first and third Thursday of the month at 6 p.m.

The first Thursday, the class is at Savannah State University, and the third Thursday, at United Way, 428 Bull St. Register by calling Summer at 651-7725 or visit www.

HandsOnSavannah.org.

Wednesday Figure Drawing Group

Work from a live model. Open to artists with some experience - no instruction offered. $60 a month. Judy Mooney.

443-9313 or judymooney@bellsouth.net.

Savannah Actor’s Theatre, 703D Louisville Rd. 912-232-6080. www.savannahactorstheatre.org

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 Learning Center, 7160 Hodgson Memorial Dr.

West Broad Street YMCA Summer Day Camp 2008

Shapedown Summer Camp

Held Tuesdays from 4-5:30 p.m. The cost is $65 per 5 weeks of instruction. Call Carolyne Graham at 925-7393 or 925-5465.

for children ages 6-12 who have weight or eating concerts. The two-week camp will be held June 16-27 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. with activities such as yoga, swimming, nature hikes and aerobics. $319. Space is limited. Call St. Joseph’s/ Candler’s Wellness Center at 819-8800.

Through June 15.

Starfish Cafe Culinary Arts Training Program This 12-week full-time program is designed to provide work training and employment opportunities in the food service industry, including food preparation, food safety and sanitation training, customer service training and job search and placement assistance. Call Mindy Saunders at 234-0525. The Starfish Cafe, 711 East Broad Street. 912-234-0525. www.thestarfishcafe.org/

will be held June 16-Aug. 22 from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday for children ages 2-15. $40 registration fee, plus $55$85 per week per child. Deborah Enoch, 233-1951. Through Aug. 15.

Youth Art & Clay Classes

Clubs & Organizations 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. 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.

912-354-9040.

Bike Night with Mikie

Historic Savannah Chapter of ABWA

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.

Blackbeards Scuba Club

will meet June 6 at 7:30 pm at the Cobblestone Conch House, 225 W. River St. There will be a presentation on diving education.

Through June 6.

Buccaneer Region SCCA

is the local chapter of the Sports Car Club of America. It hosts monthly solo/autocross driving events in the Savannah area.

Anyone with a safe car, insurance and a valid driver’s license is eligible to participate. Visit http://buccaneerregion.org/solo. html.

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. Jewish Education Alliance, 5111 Abercorn St. 912-355-8111. www.savj.org/

Coastal MINIs

is a group of local MINI Cooper owners and enthusiasts who gather on the first Sunday of the month at 10 a.m. at the Starbucks in the 12 Oaks Shopping Center on Abercorn St. to meet other MINI owners and go on motoring adventures together. Visit coastalminis.com.

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. Queeny’s To Go Go, 1611 Habersham St. 912-447-5555.

Creative Coast Alliance Ambassadors

meet Tuesday mornings at Cafe Ambrosia, corner of Abercorn and Broughton. Jamie Wolf, jwolf@thecreativecoast.org.

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 (except for November) 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 or visit www.geecheesailingclub.org. Tubby’s Tank House (Thunderbolt), 2909 River Dr.

meets the second Thursday of every month from 6-7:30 p.m. at Tubby’s Restaurant.

The cost is the price of the meal. RSVP to 660-8257. Tubby’s Tank House (Thunderbolt), 2909 River Dr. 912-354-9040.

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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.

American Legion, Post 135, 1108 Bull St. 912-233-9277.

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. American Legion Post 184, 1 Legion Dr. 912-354-5515.

Moon River Chorus

is a ladies’ barbershop chorus. Rehearsals are Thursdays from 7-9 p.m. in the social hall of Whitefield United Methodist Church, corner of 55th Street and Waters Avenue.

Visitors are welcome. Call Sylvia at 9272651 or sylviapf@aol.com.

Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS)

Join other moms for fun, inspiration, guest speakers, food and creative activities while children ages birth to 5 are cared for in a preschool-like setting. Meets the second and fourth Wednesday of the month from 9:15-11:30 am at First Baptist Church of the Islands, 6613 Johnny Mercer Blvd. Call 898-8316 or 898-5086 or visit www.mops. org. First Baptist Church of the Islands, 6613 Johnny Mercer Blvd. 921-897-2142. www.fbcislands.com/

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.

Old Time Radio Researcher’s Group is aninternational fan and research group devoted to preserving and distributing oldtime radio broadcasts from 1926 to 1962.

Send e-mail to Jim Beshires at beshiresjim@yahoo.com or visit www.otrr.org.

Philosophy Reading Group

This group will focus on various philosophical themes and texts, culminating in facilitated discussions with an open exchange of ideas within a community of inquiry. Meeting locations will change to reflect the current issue. Contact Kristina at 407-443-1571 or ktina697@hotmail.com.

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.

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22 Dir. opposite SSW 23 Hot action in the grocery checkout lane?

28 “___ My 30’s” (short-lived VH1 sitcom of 2007) 29 “Love ___ neighbor” 30 Painting medium 31 Copacetic 32 Ovine statement 33 “You’ve Got Mail” company 34 Rowboat accessories for porkers made of collectible milk caps?

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52 NPR reporter Shapiro 53 Pai ___ (gambling game) 54 Gossip 55 Cry upon arrival of the mothership 57 Be a canine-o-phile?

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11 Like some 20th century classical music 12 Baby carriers 13 Head of France?

18 “___ la vie” 23 Spectra maker 24 “Come hungry. Leave happy.” restaurant chain 25 All-male 26 Giving form to 27 Tab 32 Diddley and Bice 33 Most newspaper circulars 35 Greek wrap 36 Expecting, in tabloids 37 Border 38 Lines around planets 39 Like karaoke performances 43 Judge in the “Trial of the Century” 44 Ina of Food Network’s “Barefoot Contessa” 45 Inventor Otis 46 Village People single covered by the Pet Shop Boys in 1993 47 “SNL” cartoon creator Robert 48 Type of mentality 50 ___ Doone (Nabisco cookie) 51 Fool 52 Disease that killed Freddie Mercury 56 Move on one leg 57 Med school grads 58 Guy’s counterpart 59 Covert agent

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In Anne Morrow Lindbergh’s Gift of the Sea, she wrote, “How untidy my shell has become. Blurred with moss, knobby with barnacles, its shape is hardly recognizable any more. Surely it had a shape once. It has a shape still in my mind. What is the shape of my life?” If these words resonate with you and you are a woman over 50, this group offers bonding, laughter, discussion and fun. Seating is limited. Call 236-8581 for info.

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-A-Million 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. Books-A-Million, 8108 Abercorn St. 921-925-8112. www.booksamillion.com/

Savannah Adventure Club

is dedicated to pursuing adventures, both indoors and outdoors, throughout the Low country and beyond. Activities in the past year have included sailing, camping, skydiving, kayaking, hiking, tennis, volleyball, and skiing, in addition to regular social gatherings. Free to join, and Email savannahadventureclub@gmail.com or visit www.savannahadventureclub.com

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. Spiva Law Group, 12020 Abercorn St.

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 non-denominational community musical activity emphasizes participation, not performance.

Songs are from The Sacred Harp, an oblong songbook first published in 1844.

Call 655-0994.

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. Moon River Brewing Co., 21 W. Bay St.

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 Tubby’s Tank House in Thunderbolt. 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 Darmst0817@comcast.net or 925-4709.

Tubby’s Tank House (Thunderbolt), 2909 River Dr. 912-354-9040.

Savannah Chapter, U.S. Green Council

will meet June 24 5:45-7 pm at Wild Wings Cafe. Thatcher Young will present “Want to Find Out How to Make Green by Going Green?” RSVP to wards@thempc.org or

www.coastalgreen.org. Through June 24.

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. Hunter Army Airfield, 525 Leonard Neat St. 912-3551060. www.stewart.army.mil/

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

meets every fourth Monday of the month from September through May at 7:30 p.m. at Ryan’s restaurant on Stephenson Avenue. It is an education organization dedicated to informing the public about current events in the world of dogs and those who love them.Those wishing to eat before the meeting are encouraged to arrive earlier. For details, visit www.savannahkennelclub.org.

Savannah Mustang Club

meets the third Thursday at 6:30 p.m. at J.C. Lewis Ford, 9505 Abercorn St. An open cruise-in is held the third Saturday at 6:30 p.m. at Kroger/Krystal across from the Savannah Mall on Abercorn Ext. Kenneth Brabham, 772-8362 or Leonard Kantziper at 354-1826.

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 Parrot Head Club

Love a laid-back lifestyle? Beach, Buffet and no dress code. Check out savannahphc.com for the events calendar or e-mail mickie_ragsdale@comcast.net.

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

Savannah Ski and Adventure Club

For snow-covered mountain-loving people and their friends. All are welcome. Meets for a wide variety of activities throughout the year. Meetings are held the third Tuesday of every month at rotating locations.

Visit http://savannahskiclub.com.

Savannah Sunrise Rotary Club

meets Thursdays from 7:30-8:30 a.m. at the First City Club. meets Thursdays from 7:30-8:30 a.m. at the First City Club. First

City Club, 32 Bull St. 912-238-4548. www. firstcityclub.com/

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. Memorial Health University Medical Center, 4700 Waters Avenue. 912-350-8000. www. memorialhealth.com/

Savannah Wine Lovers

A sometimes formal group that also sometimes just gets together to drink wine. Visit http://groups.google.com/group/savannah-wine-lovers.

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 Dog Park, East 41st Lane and Drayton St. www.savannahdogpark.com/

Society for American Baseball Research

is an international fan and research group devoted to the great game of baseball.

Persons interested in starting a chapter here should e-mail Jim Casey at bigtrain45@gmail.com. For information about the organization, visit www.SABR.org.

Southern Wings

is the local chapter of Women in Aviation International. It is open to men and women in the region who are interested in supporting women in aviation. Regular meetings are held once a month and new members are welcome. Visit http://southernwingswai.com.

St. Almo

The name stands for Savannah True Animal Lovers Meeting Others. Informal dog walks are held Sundays (weather permitting). Meets at 5 p.m. at Canine Palace, 618 Abercorn St. (Time changes with the season.) Call 234-3336. Canine Palace Inc, 618 Abercorn St. 912-234-3336. www. caninepalacesavannah.com

Stitch-N’s

Knitting, spinning and crocheting Monday and Tuesday from 5-8pm and occasional Sunday 2-4pm at wild fibre, 409 E. Liberty.

Jennifer Harey, 238-0514.

Sweet Adeline Chorus

rehearses weekly on Wednesdays from 7-9 p.m. in St. Joseph’s Hopsital’s meeting rooms. Contact vicky.mckinley1@comcast. net. St. Joseph’s Hospital, 11705 Mercy Blvd. 912-819-4100. www.sjchs.org/

Texas Hold ‘Em Tournaments

Free poker tournaments are held every week in Savannah, Hinesville and Statesboro. Free to play. Win prizes and gifts.

Visit www.GUTSHOTGA.com for details.

The Cinemophiles

An eclectic bunch that enjoys all kinds of movies. Visit http:?/groups.google.com/ group/cinemophiles.

The Young Professionals of Savannah

An AfterHours networking social is held every third Thursday of the month. Visit www.ypsav.net, sign up for the e-newsletter and find out about other upcoming events, or call Leigh Johnson at 659-9846.

Theremin/Electronic Music

Enthusiasts

A club for enthusiasts of electronic music and instruments, including the theremin, synths, Mooger Foogers, jam sessions, playing techniques, compositions, gigs, etc. Philip Neidlinger, theremin@neidlinger.us.

TriUnity Opportunity Meeting

meets the first and third Thursdays of each month at 7 p.m. at the Best Western at I-95 and 204. Learn how to start a business from home. Free. Ask for Chris and Sandy Benton.

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. Hyatt Regency, 2 W. Bay St.

Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 671

meets monthly at the American Legion Post 135, 1108 Bull St. Call James Crauswell at 927-3356. American Legion, Post 135, 1108 Bull St. 912-233-9277.

Young Professionals of Savannah

offers access for young professionals to be active members within the local business, commercial and civic community.

AfterHours networking held monthly, plus annual and charity events. $40 per year. www.ypsav.net.

Dance Adult Dance Classes

in ballet, tap and hip-hop are offered at Islands Dance Academy, 115 Charlotte Dr, Whitemarsh Island near Publix shopping center. All levels and body types welcome. $12 per class or 8 classes for $90.

Beginner Adult Ballet is offered Tuesdays from 7:30-8:30 p.m., Intermediate Adult Ballet is offered Mondays from 6:45-7:45 p.m. and Thursdays from 6:30-7:30 p.m.; Intermediate/Advanced Adult Ballet is offered Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Hip-Hop is offered Tuesdays from 6:307:30 p.m. and Beginner Adult Tap is held Tuesdays from 7-8 p.m. There are a variety of youth classes for ages 3 to teen. Contact Sue Braddy at 897-2100. Islands Dance Academy, 610 Quarterman Dr. 912-8972100.

Basic Ballroom Class

The Moon River Dancers will teach the Cha Cha and Waltz Saturday, June 7 from 1-3 p.m. at the West Broad YMCA, 1110 May St. Cost $3. Beginners and singles welcome. 655-4985 or 961-9960. Through June 7. YMCA-West Broad St, 1110 May St. 912-233-1951.

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..

C.C. Express Dance Team

meets every Wednesday from 6-8 p.m. at the Windsor Forest Recreation Building.

Clogging or tap dance experience is necessary for this group. Call Claudia Collier at

Chicago-Style Steppin’ Lessons

Every Thursday from 7-9 p.m. Also learn new line dances. Contact Tunya Coleman at 631-6700.

Dance to the Music IX

Shag-Beach Bop-Etc. Savannah will present a fundraiser for Open Arms July 17-20 in Pooler. Events will include an auction, kick-off party, The Carolina Beach Boyz in concert, four deejays and dancing, plus five dance workshops, vendors, pool parties and more. Advance tickets are $55 if purchased by June 15 and $60 after that. www.shagbeachbop. com, 927-4784 or 398-8784. Through July 20.

Disabled Ballroom Class

Classes are held at Memorial Health’s The Rehabilitation Institute, 4700 Waters Ave. The classes are free and open to anyone. The next class will be held Saturday, Jan. 26. Contact Charleen Harden at 308-7307 or cwh0869@yahoo.com.

Memorial Health University Medical Center, 4700 Waters Avenue. 912-3508000. www.memorialhealth.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. Maxine Patterson School of Dance, 2212 Lincoln St. 912-234-8745.

Gretchen Greene School of Dance

is accepting registration for fall classes in tap, ballet, lyrical, acrobatics, jazz and hip-hop for ages 3 and up. Adult tap classes are held Tuesday from 7:30-8:15 for beginners and Monday from 7:15-8 p.m. for intermediate. Call 897-4235 or email ggsod.com.

Home Cookin’ Cloggers

meet every Thursday from 6-8 p.m. at Nassau Woods Recreation Building on Dean Forest Road. No beginner classes are being held at this time, however help will be available for those interested in learning. Call Claudia Collier at 7480731.

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.

Masters Dance Classes

The Highest Praise Center for the Arts offers master’s dance classes every 3rd Saturday of the month at 9 a.m. Classes for all ages and open to public. For more info, call,927-8601 or visit overcomingbyfaith.org.

Pole Dancing Class

POLE DANCING...for exercise. Learn dance moves and spins while working your abs, tone your legs and arms,a total body workout. Ladies Only! The only thing that comes of is your shoes.

Classes begin Friday February 15th from 7:30 to 9:30. Space is limited call in advance to make your reservation $70 per month or $22 per class. Please call for further details 912-398-4776 or email fitnessconnection1@yahoo.com

Salsa “Rueda de Casino” Style

Learn a salsa dance that originated in Cuba every Wednesday from 6 pm-8 pm starting May 28, and ending on July 30. Grace, 234-6183 or Juan, 330-5421 Through July 30.

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Savannah Shag Club

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

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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 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 3988784 or visit www.shagbeachbop.com.

Doubles Lounge, 7100 Abercorn Street.

912-352-7100.

STUDIO Summer Dance Programs

Ballet for ages 5 and up will be offered.

Program I costs $225 and will be held July 8-10 and July 15-17 for ages 5-7 with some dance experience. Program 2 costs $425 and will be held July 22-24, 29-31 and Aug. 5-7 for ages 8-10 with a strong dance background, A weekend workshop with Kristin Sloan of the New York City Ballet and Brian Gibbs will be held Aug. 16 and 17 and costs $425.

An ongling intermediate-advanced class will be held July 15 through Aug. 7 at a cost of $275 or $25 per class on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 6:30-8:30 p.m. All classes are held at the STUDIO, 2805B Roger Lacey Ave. 695-9149, www.thestudiosav.com or thestudidosav@aol.com. Through Aug. 7.

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Tangroove Performance Dance Classes

are held weekly in Pooler and Rincon.

No dance experience required. Three age groups: 6-10, 11-15 and 16 and up. Classes are for girls and women of all ages and shapes and implement Lain dances such as Salsa, Mambo and Tango. Each class is 90 minutes. The cost is $40 per month. Classes start in August and the enrollment deadline is July 31. Carmen, 826-6263 or calexe@ comcast.net.

The STUDIO

Adult Beginner Ballet Class is being offered. The STUDIO also is accepting new students 5 and up for the new season.

Contact Veronica at 695-9149. The STUDIO is located at 2805 Roger Lacey Ave. just off the intersection of Skidaway and Victory. Call Veronica at 695-9149 or visit ww.thestudiosav.com. The STUDIO, 2805-B Lacy Avenue. 912-356-8383. www.thestudiosav.com/

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Youth Dance Program

The West Broad Street YMCA, Inc. presents its Instructional DanceProgram 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. YMCA-West Broad St, 1110 May St. 912-233-1951.

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. Savannah School of Massage Therapy, Inc, 6413 Waters Avenue. 912-355-3011. www.ssomt. com/

Belly Dancing for Fun and Fitness

Personal Trainers and will utilize a variety of training techniques which may include strength training, interval and cardio as well as core, balance and flexibility.

Advanced booking required. Please call for further details 912-398-4776 or 912-2249667. www.bodybalance.com.

Fountain of Youth

Tibetan rites taught free every Tuesday and Friday at 7:30 a.m. at Yoga Hause, 1203 E. 72nd St. Yoga Hause, 1203 E. 72nd St.

Gentle Yoga

Gentle Yoga with Mary Ann is offered Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m. Participants must be 18 or older. Mat and blanket are required. Limited to 12 participants. Preregister at adultenrichment@uusavanah. org or call 234-0980. Held at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Savannah upstairs in Phillippa’s Place. Unitarian Universalist Church of Savannah, 313 Harris St. 912234-0980. www.uusavannah.org

A workout and a party, each class is an event. Provided are big colorful veils, jangling coin hip scarves, jingly rattling bracelets, exotic music from India, Turkey, Morocco and around the world, jeweled bindis to stick on your forehad and an assistant to make sure everyone gets personal attention. Held Sundays at 4 p.m., cost is $20 per class. Call 660-7399 for location.

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Cardiorespiratory Endurence Training

provides nutritional education and exercise to encourage lifestyle changes at the St. Joseph’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. African-American Health Information & Resource Center, 1910 Abercorn St. 912447-6605. www.sjchs.org/1844.cfm

will be offered by Chatham County Park Services for persons 18 and up at Tom Triplett Park on Tuesdays from 5:30-6:30 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. Tom Triplett Community Park, U.S. Highway 80 West.

912-652-6780.

Center for Wellbeing Hatha Yoga classes

are offered Monday and Wednesday from 5:30-6:30 p.m. Pre-register by calling 8196463. Candler Heart and Lung Building, 5354 Reynolds Ave. 912- 819-6000. www. sjchs.org

Detox and De-Stress

Easy and simple yoga followed by meditation, helping the body to throww off toxins and stress. Tuesdays and Thursdays at 5:30 p.m. at Yoga Hause, 1203 E. 72nd St. Suggested donation $5. Yoga Hause, 1203 E. 72nd St.

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. Forsyth Park, 501 Whitaker St. 912-233-6800.

Energy Share

every first and third Friday of the month at a new integrated healing center located at 72nd and Sanders streets. Call Kylene at 713-3879.

Fit Lunch

FIT LUNCH - Join us for a 30 to 40 Minute workout on your lunch hour. Classes offered Monday, Wednesday & Friday from 10:45am until 2:00pm by Fitness Body & Balance Personal Training Studio. Classes are organized and led by 2 Certified

an ongoing aerobic fitness class for children 6-13 with weight concerns. Meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5-5:45 p.m. at the Candler Hospital Wellness Center.

Children must be members of the Candler Wellness Center. 819-8800. Candler Hospital, 5353 Reynolds St. 912-819-6000. www.sjchs.org/

Ladies Livin Smart fitness club

Mindful Fitness Membership Price Plan

$25 per month includes entry into all the Center for WellBeing classes. Pre-register in Suite 120 in the Candler Heart & Lung building. 819-6463. Candler Heart and Lung Building, 5354 Reynolds Ave. 912819-6000. www.sjchs.org

Mommy and Baby Yoga Classes

are held Wednesdays from 10:30 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. at the Savannah Yoga Center, 25 E. 40th St. Infants must be 6 weeks to 6 months, pre-crawling. The cost is $13 per class. Multi-class discounts are available.

The instructor is Betsy Boyd Strong. Walkins are welcome. Call 441-6653 or visit www.savannahyoga.com. Savannah Yoga Center, 1321 Bull St. 912-232-2994. www. savannahyoga.com/

Moms in Motion

A pre and post-natal exercise program is offered by St. Joseph’s/Candler Center for WellBeing. The cost is $30 per month. Call 819-6463. Candler Hospital, 5353 Reynolds St. 912-819-6000. www.sjchs.org/

National Gymnastics Day

Whitemarsh Island YMCA will host a free gymnastics open house on Saturday, Aug. 4 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 66 Johnny Mercer Blvd. Appropriate for children 2 and up.

YMCA Whitemarsh Island, 135 Whitemarsh Island Rd. 912-897-6158.

Outdoor Fitness Bootcamp

Now offering evening classes. Classes meet Monday, Wednesday and Friday at Forsyth Park. Morning classes begin at 6 a.m. and evening classes begin at 5:30 p.m. The first class is free. Visit www. structurefitness.net or call Jennifer at 224-0406. Forsyth Park, 501 Whitaker St.

912-233-6800.

Overcoming by Faith Ministries Aerobics and Exercise Classes

Free classes are offered every Tuesday and Thursday at 6 p.m. at 9700 Middleground Rd. in Savannah. All classes are open to the public. For more information, call 927-8601.

Pilates Classes

are offered every Tuesday and Thursday from 6-7 p.m. at the St. Joseph’s/Candler Center for WellBeing. Pre-register by calling 819-6463. Candler Hospital, 5353 Reynolds St. 912-819-6000. www.sjchs. org/

Reiki Treatments

Reiki master Dante Santiago is trained in Usui Reiki Ryoho. Fifty-minute sessions are $60 and 50-minute in-studio sessions are $45. Call 660-1863 for times and appointments.

Savannah Yoga Center

Located at 1321 Bull St. Call 441-6653 or visit www.savannahyoga.com for schedule of classes, times and fees. Savannah Yoga Center, 1321 Bull St. 912-232-2994. 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 isn’t limited to, strength training, cardio for the heart, flexibility, balance, basic healthy nutrition and posture concerns. Call 8987714.

Tai Chi Classes

St. Joseph’s/Candler Center for Wellbeing offers classes Mondays and Fridays from 10:30-11:30 a.m. and Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:30-6:30 p.m. Pre-register by calling 819-6463. Candler Heart and Lung Building, 5354 Reynolds Ave. 912- 8196000. www.sjchs.org

Tai Chi Relaxation Class

Ancient Chinese exercises that were specifically developed to heal body, mind and spirit together. Held Saturdays from 3-4:30 p.m. at The Yoga Room, 115 Charlotte Rd. Call 898-0351. is held Sundays from 34:30 p.m. at The Yoga Room, 115 Charlotte Rd., Whitemarsh Center. 898-0361 or www. thesavannahyogaroomm.com.

Tai Chi Yang Style Short Form

Slow and relaxed for all ages. Ongoing class. 7 p.m. Thursdays at Turtle Dragon Herbs and Teas, 1201 Highway 80, Tybee Island. $10 per session. Private lessons also available. Instructor is Tom Wilke. Call 707-616-1200.

The Yoga Room

Visit www.thesavannahyogaroom.com or call 898-0361 for a schedule of classes, times and fees. Savannah Yoga Room, 115 Charlotte Dr. 912-898-0361. www.thesavannahyogaroom.com/

Tybee Island Sunrise Boot Camp

is held Monday – Friday from 6-7am. Park at North Beach parking lot and go over first crossover. Bring a mat. Three days of strength training and two days of cardio.

Vicki Lyn, 596-3009. No prices at this time, but contributions accepted.

Women on Weights

Spine & Sports Personal Training offers the Women on Weights (WOW) Program.

The WOW Program is designed to meet the specific needs of women. It 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 are not limited to, Strength Training, Cardio Training for the Heart, Flexibility, Balance and Weight Management. The group meets two times a week for one hour each session. For pricing call 898-7714.

Yoga Teacher Training Institute

A 200-hour Basic Yoga Teacher Training program is offered at Savannah Yoga Center. It meets Yoga Alliance standards, and graduates will receive a certificate and be eligible for certification by the alliance.

The cost for the entire course is $1,500.

Call 441-6653 or visit www.savannahyoga. com. Savannah Yoga Center, 1321 Bull St. 912-232-2994. www.savannahyoga.com/

Yogalates Classes

are offered by St. Joseph’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. Candler Hospital, 5353 Reynolds St. 912-819-6000. www. sjchs.org/

Zumba Fitness

Classes are being held every week in the Pooler and Rincon areas. Zumba is a fusion of Latin and international music, dance themes that create a dynamic, exciting and effective fitness system. No dance partner is required. Participants of all ages and shapes are encouraged to attend. The cost is $7 per class. For location and info, contact Carmen at 484-1266 or calexe@ comcast.net.

Gay & Lesbian First City Network Board Meeting Meets the first Monday at 6:30 p.m. at FCN’s office, 307 E. Harris St., 2nd floor.

236-CITY or www.firstcitynetwork.org.

First City Network, 307 E Harris St. 912236-CITY. www.firstcitynetwork.net/

Gay AA Meeting

meets Sunday and Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. at 311 E. Macon St. For information, contact Ken at 398-8969.

Georgia Equality Savannah

is the local chapter of Georgia’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 wouldn’t be a need for Pride. Call Patrick Mobley at 224-3238.

First City Network, 307 E Harris St. 912236-CITY. www.firstcitynetwork.net/

Stand Out Youth -- Savannah

A Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender and Questioning youth organization. Meets every Friday at 7 p.m. at the FCN building located at 307 E. Harris St. Call 657-1966, email info@standoutyouth.org or visit www. standoutyouth.org. First City Network, 307 E Harris St. 912-236-CITY. www.firstcitynetwork.net/

What Makes A Family

is a children’s therapy group for children of GLBT parents. Groups range in age from 10 to 18 and are held twice a month. Call 352-2611.

Better Breathers of Savannah

meets to discuss and share information on C.O.P.D. and how people live with the disease. For info, call Dicky at 665-4488 or dickyt1954@yahoo.com.

Community Cardiovascular Council, Inc. Control your high blood pressure. Free blood pressure checks and information at the Community Cardiovascular Council at 1900 Abercorn St. Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 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. Community Health Mission, Inc, 310 Eisenhower Dr., Suite 6.

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by calling St. Joseph’s/Candler CareCall, 819-3368. Through June 7.

Free blood pressure checks and blood sugar screenings

are conducted at three locations within St. Joseph’s/Candler. From 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 5:15-7 p.m. every Tuesday and Thursday, checks will be offered at the St. Joseph’s/Candler African-American Health Information and Resource Center, 1910 Abercorn St. Call 447-6605 to make an appointment. Checks are offered every Monday from 10 a.m. to noon at the Smart Senior office, No. 8 Medical Arts Center.

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

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. Savannah Speech and Hearing Center, 1206 E 66th St. 912-355-4601. www.savannahspeechandhearing.org/

Free skin cancer screenings

will be performed June 7 at the Tybee Island YMCA. Call 819-3368 for an appointment. Through June 7.

will be presented June 5 from 5:30-7 p.m. at the St. Joseph’s/Candler African-American Health Information & Resource Center, 1910 Abercorn St. 447-6605. Through June 5.

Free Vision Screenings

Dual Recovery Anonymous

HIV/AIDS and STD awareness training

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 survivors’ walk is free and open to all survivors and their loved ones. Call DeDe Cargill at 398-6654.

Fifth Annual Multi-Generational Health Fair

will be held Saturday, June 7 from 10 am to 1 pm at the Savannah Baptist Center, 704 Wheaton St. Free prostate, blood sugar, blood pressure, cholesterol and other health risk assessments will be made. Registration by Wednesday, June 4, is required for free prostate screenings

are offered to the public Monday, Tuesday and Friday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Sam’s Club Optical-Savannah. No membership is required. Call 352-2844.

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. My Brothaz H.O.M.E., 211 Price St. 912-2318727. www.mybrothazhome.org/Welcome.html

Hypnobirthing Childbirth Classes

are being offered at the Family Health and Birth Center in Rincon. The group classes offer an opportunity for couples to learn the child birthing process together, while providing a very integral role to the companion participating.

Classes provide specialized breathing and guided imagery techniques designed to reduce stress during labor.

All types of births are welcome. Classes

$9.

run monthly, meeting Saturdays for three consecutive weeks. To register, call The Birth Connection at 843-683-8750 or email Birththroughlove@yahoo.com. Family Health & Birth Center, 119 Chimney Rd. 912-826-4155. www.themidwifegroup.com/

Kidney/Pancreas Transplant Clinic

Meditation for Relaxation and Stress Relief

Learn to relax through non-religious meditation. Instruction and practice followed by Q&A. Thursdays, 6-7pm. $5. Small World Therapeutic Massage on Whitemarsh Island (next to Jalapeno’s). 897-7979.

is offered by St. Joseph’s/Candler and Emory. Patients can receive pre and postoperative care at the clinic rather than travel to Atlanta. Call Karen Traver, R.N. Transplant Coordinator, at 819-8350.

Memorial Health blood pressure check

La Leche League of Savannah

Memorial Health CPR training

Call Phoebe at 897-9261.

Mammograms

St. Joseph’s/Candler will be performing mammograms to screen for breast cancer in its mobile screening unit. Mammograms will be performed June 5 at the SJ/C Medical Group Islands, June 6 at SJ/C Medical Group in Bluffton, June 10 at the Bryan County Health Department, June 17 at the SJ/C Medical Group in Rincon and June 18 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.

Meditation and Energy Flow Group Meet with others who practice meditation or want to learn how. Discuss techniques and related areas of holistic health and healing, Reiki and CAM. Reduce stress and increase peace and health. Call Ellen at 247-4263 or RSVP at http://meditation. meetup.com/490.

are offered free every Tuesday and Thursday from 7:30-9:30 a.m. at GenerationOne. 350-7587.

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.

Narcotics Anonymous

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

PIDD Educational Forum

BioRx, a pharmaceutical company, will offer a free educational forum June 5 at the Savannah Marriott Riverfront, 11 Gen. McIntosh Blvd., for people with a Primary Immune Deficiency Disorder (PIDD) or who are caregivers of a PIDD patient. Registration is required. Contact Jason Caywood, 336-906-7581 or jcaywood@biorx.net.

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Planned Parenthood Hotline

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

Open every night from 7-11p.m. 1-800264-7154.

Smoke Stoppers

St. Joseph’s/Candler group-facilitated smoking cessation program offers an intensive class in 7 sessions over 3 weeks featuring a wide range of proven-effective strategies to help smokers control their urges, manage nicotine withdrawal and stress and avoid weight gain. The cost is $100. Call 819-6718.

Stop Smoking Through Hypnosis

No pills, patches, gum, lasers, weight gain, withdrawal or side effects. 15 years expereince. 927-3432.

Stress Reduction

Individual introductory session to The Work of Byron Katie includes a short DVD, several handouts and trying these tools out. Introductory fee is $40. Contact Ursula Sterling at 598-2821 or sterlingu@ bellsouth.net for an appointment.

Readings & Signings Barnes & Noble Events

An author signing with Patti Callahan Henry will be held June 4 at 7 p.m. Local author Ralph Ferrone will sign his book “Don’t Blow the Interview!” June 5 from 7-9 pm. Cookbook author Janice Shay will sign “Savannah Classic Desserts” June 7 from 2-4 p.m.

Circle of Sister/Brotherhood Book Club

meets the last Sunday at 4 p.m. at the African-American Health Information & Resource Center, 1910 Abercorn St. Call 447-6605. African-American Health Information & Resource Center, 1910 Abercorn St. 912-447-6605. www.sjchs.org/1844.cfm

Tea time at Ola’s

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

232-5488 or 652-3660. Ola Wyeth Branch Library, 4 E Bay St. 912-232-5488. www. liveoakpl.org/

Religious & Spiritual Becoming a New Creation Ladies Seminar

with speaker June Evans will kick off Friday, June 27 from 7-9 p.m. and wrap up Saturday, June 28 from 9 a.m. to noon at International Worship Center, 2836 U.S. 80 in Faulkville. 748-7308, 658-4226, 547-8222 or daystar@g-net.net. Through June 28.

Blue Jeans for the Soul

Each Saturday service will be at 5:30 p.m. and will feature just three things, music with guest musicians, a meditation and an affirmative message. Casual dress welcome. Located at 2320 Sunset Blvd. off of Skidaway Road just south of Victory Drive.

Call 355-4704. Unity Church of Savannah, 2320 Sunset Blvd. 912-355-4704. www. unityofsavannah.org/

Calling All Christians

Open prayer will be held the second Thursday of the month from 4-4:20 p.m. at the Forsyth Park fountain. Call Suzanne at 232-3830. Forsyth Park, 501 Whitaker St. 912-233-6800.

Chanted Office of Compline

The Service of Compline, ”Saying good night to God,” is chanted Sunday evenings at 9 p.m. by the Compline Choir of Christ Church Savannah, located on Johnson Square.

Christian Businessmen’s Committee

meets for a prayer breakfast every Tuesday at 6:30 a.m. at Piccadilly Cafeteria in the Oglethorpe Mall, 7804 Abercorn St. Call 898-3477. Oglethorpe Mall, 7804 Abercorn Ext. 912-354-7038. www.oglethorpemall. com/

DrUUming Circle

is held the first and third Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. at Unitarian Universalist Church of Savannah on Troup Square at Habersham and Macon streets. Drummers, dancers and the drum-curious are welcome. Call 234-0980 or visit uusavannah.org. Unitarian Universalist Church of Savannah, 313 Harris St. 912-234-0980. www.uusavannah.org

Handbell Choir

Anyone interested in starting/leading or joining/participating in a handbell choir can contact the Rev. Arlene Meyer at 3554704. Unity of Savannah at 2320 Sunset Blvd. has the bells and a few interested people without a leader. Visit www.unityofsavannah.org. Unity Church of Savannah,

2320 Sunset Blvd. 912-355-4704. www. unityofsavannah.org/

Introduction to Mindfulness Meditation

A meditation period will be followed by instruction in the application of the foundations of Mindfulness practice to daily life.

Beginner’s and experienced practitioners welcome. Ongoing weekly sessions are Mondays from 6-7:30 p.m. at 313 E. Harris St. Call Cindy Beach, Buddhist nun, at 429-7265 or cindy@alwaysoptions.com.

Unitarian Universalist Church of Savannah, 313 Harris St. 912-234-0980. www. uusavannah.org

Meditation and Energy Flow Meetup Group

First meeting Jan. 6 at 1 p.m. Meets once a month. Meet others to practice meditation and discuss spirituality, metaphysics and related topics of Reiki, energy work, etc. www.ellenfarrell.com or 247-4263.

Meditators Unite!

Beginner and advanced meditators unite to practice meditation and discuss spirituality, metaphysics, holistic approach to healing, Reiki, energy work. Call 247-4264 or visit see_the_light@ellenfarrell.com or read more at http://meditation.meetup. com/490.

Midweek Bible Study

Midweek Bible Study is offered every Wednesday at noon at Montgomery Presbyterian Church. Bring your lunch and your Bible. 352-4400 or mpcsavannah.com.

Montgomery Presbyterian Church, 10192 Ferguson Avenue. 912-352-4400. www. montgomerypresbyterian.com/

Midweek Noonday Bible Study

Join Pastor Ricky Temple for Midweek Noonday Bible Study at the Savannah Theatre, 222 Bull St. Free lunch provided.

Service time is every Wednesday from noon to 12:45 p.m. For more info call 9278601. Savannah Theatre, 222 Bull Street.

912-233-7764. www.savannahtheatre.com

Music Ministry for Children & Youth at White Bluff United Methodist Church is now known as Pneuma, the Greek work for breath. “Every breath we take is the breath of God.” The children’s choir for 3 years through second grade will be known as Joyful Noise and the youth choir grades 3-5 will be known as Youth Praise. Joyful Noise will meet Sundays from 4-5 p.m. and Youth Praise will meet Sundays from 5-6 p.m. Call Ronn Alford at 925-9524 or visit www.wbumc.org. White Bluff United Methodist Church, 11911 White Bluff Rd. 912-925-5924. www.wbumc.org/

Nicodemus by Night

sudoku Answers

Crossword Answers

An open forum is held every Wednesday at 7 p.m. at 223 E. Gwinnett St.

Overcoming by Faith Ministries

Services in Savannah are held on Saturdays at 6 p.m. Sundays at 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. and Wednesdays at 7 p.m. at 9700 Middleground Rd. In Rincon, services are held Sundays at 1:30 p.m. and Thursdays at 7 p.m. at The Banquet Room, 135 Goshen Rd. Call 927-8601 or visit overcomingbyfaith.org.

Quakers (Religious Society of Friends)

Quakers (Religious Society of Friends) meet Sundays, 11 a.m. at Trinity United Methodist Church, 225 W. President St., Savannah. Call Janet Pence at 247-4903.

Trinity United Methodist Church, 225 West President St. 912-233-4766. www. trinitychurch1848.org/

Recruiting Church Launch Team

If you are interested in becoming part of an innovative multi-cultural church startup in West Chatham, contact Steve at 748-6439 or see www.ekklesiasavannah.org. .

Savannah Buddhist Sitting Group

meets Sundays from 9-10:30 a.m. at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Savannah, on Habersham Street at East Harris and East Macon Streets, on Troup Square.

Please arrive and be seated no later than 8:55 a.m. Sitting and walking meditation and Dharma talk or reading. All practices are welcome. Newcomers should contact Cindy Beach, lay ordained Soto Zen Buddhist, at 429-7265 for sitting instruction.

Unitarian Universalist Church of Savannah, 313 Harris St. 912-234-0980. www. uusavannah.org

Soka Gakkai of America (SGI-USA)

SGI-USA is an American Buddhist movement for world peace that practices Nichiren Buddhism by chanting NAM MYOHO RENGE KYO. For information, call SGI-USA at 232-9121.

Unitarian Universalist Beloved Community Church

Services begin Sunday at 11 a.m. at 707 Harmon St. Coffee and discussion follow each service. Religious education for grades 1-8 is offered. For information, call 233-6284 or 786-6075, e-mail UUBC2@ aol.com. Celebrating diversity. Working for justice.

Unitarian Universalist Church of Savannah

Liberal religious community where different people with different beliefs gather as one faith. The Rev. Joan Schneider will present “Being at Sixes and Sevens” June 8, 11 am, Troup Square Sanctuary.

234-0980, admin@uusavannah.org or www. uusavannah.org. Unitarian Universalist Church of Savannah, 313 Harris St. 912234-0980. www.uusavannah.org

Unitarian Universalist Men’s Group

An opportunity to meet with men and as a group explore men’s spirituality while offering social support in a safe atmosphere.

Meets weekly to discuss a predetermined topic. Also plans outside activities or participates in activities as a group.

Refreshments or dinner is served at each meeting. Visit http://men.meetup.com/46/ or contact Mike Freeman at 441-0328 or Dicky Trotter at 665-4488.

Unity of Savannah

A church of unconditional love and acceptance. Sunday service is at 11 a.m. Youth church and childcare also are at 11 a.m.

2320 Sunset Blvd. Call 355-4704 or visit www.unityofsavannah.org. Unity Church of Savannah, 2320 Sunset Blvd. 912-3554704. www.unityofsavannah.org/

Women’s Bible Study

at the Women’s Center of Wesley Community Centers. Call 447-5711 or Wesley Community Center, 1601 Drayton St. 912232-0965. www.wesleyctrs-savh.org/

Sports & Games 8th Annual Southern Isles Bodybuilding and Figure Championships

will be held Saturday, June 28 at the Johnny Mercer Theatre at the Savannah Civic Center. Pre-judging begins at 10 a.m. and finals at 6:30 p.m. There will be guest posers, a martial arts demo, door prizes and more. Mary Ann, 897-1263.

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Cucumbers

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Pets and animals

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Miscellaneous pets 499

Complete Glass Reef tank

80-gallon L72”xW24”xH25”) tank with all accessories and livestock. Initial setup was done 18 months ago with a 50 gallon sump, 1HP Inline Chiller, external protein skimmer, 72” lighting fixture, etc. Ready to go at a bargain price of $1,800. Other used Aquarium i t e m s f o r s a l e a l s o. C a l l 912 663-8782

Products and services

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Computer ServiCeS 542 A NEW COMPUTER NOW!!!!

Brand Name laptops & desktops. Bad or NO Credit- No Problem.

Smallest weekly payments avail. its yours N O W C a l l 1-800-839-3768

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NEW HOMES STARTING IN THE $120’s! 3% off to our military! 1/2 acre lots, 3/4 BR plans with 2-car garages, upgraded k itchens, and floors. Neighborhood Realt y, ( 9 1 2 ) 9 2 0 - 3 3 3 8 o r (912) 858-3111. Call today!

General 630

Land/Lots for saLe 840

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Nation wide Company Seek ing individuals who desire to earn above average income. By sharing a unique service to the public. Serious inquiries only. Call Betty 912-269-1890.

Post Office Now Hiring

Average Pay $20/hour or 57k annually including Federal Benefits and OT. Placed by AdSource, not affiliated w/UPS who hires.

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Real estate foR sale

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Wanted to buy 810 3BR HOMES Only $362/month! 5% down, 20 years, 8% APR. For listings call: 800-536-8517 ext.

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Barn Kit

20+ ACRES & BARN KIT $89,900. New 22X20 country barn kit & 20+ gorgeous 20+ acres. Potential to subdivide.

Near FL/GA border- 90 minutes 20+ Jacksonville. Lowest f i n a n c i n g e ve r ! C a l l n o w 1-800-898-4409, x1458

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7 ACRE LAKEFRONT & LOG CABIN KIT Only $89,900. 2128 sf log home kit & spectacular 7 acre hardwood setting with deep waterfront! Prime AL location- minutes from Inters t a t e ! G a t e d c o m m u n i t y, paved roads, county water, utilities. The finest in waterfront living for the discriminating buyer. Lowest financing in years!

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20-Acres, Near El Paso. Good Road Access. Only $14,900. $200/Down. $145/mo. Money Back Guarantee. No Credit Checks. 1-866-496-8225. www.sunsetranches.com

homes for rent 855

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4bd 2.5ba $1,000 month @1 Friar Tuck 2350sqft 3bd 2.5ba $950/mo @ On The Pond Quiet, Clean, Neat (912)531-2300 Real Estate Agent #153991 AVAILAVBLE FOR RENT JULY 1: 1124 E. 33rd St.

3 large bedrooms, 2 full baths, hardwood floors, high ceilings with fans, large front porch. Beautiful histor-

Boats & accessories 950 satellite radio, snap in/out carpet, all safety equipment, covers, and trailer. $16000 or make offer.

EastsidE savannah 250

Brand New Brooklet Home

HISTORIC DISTRICT HOME. Open Floor Plan LR DR K with high ceilings, ceiling fans. 2BR 1B, off-street pkng, fenced paved courtyard with gas grill and outdoor dining set, central A/H, wood floors. Side-by-Side F r i d g e , D W, J e n n - A i r e Stove, Washer and Dryer, security system and yard maint included. $1350 per month lease + util + $900 dep. Pets ok w/deposit.

505 Hartridge Street. Jo at 912-257-0916

Townhomes/ condos for renT 860

Drivers WanteD 625

HOmes fOr sale 815

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homes for rent 855 ic details, off-street park ing. HVAC and washer/dryer hook-up. $825/month. Call 257-9956 or 659-8097.

Lester Road Condo

2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, W & D Connection; Pool privileges Available now. Call 489-1842 or 764-4641.

ApArtments for rent 865

1304 E. 67th Street Duplex

2 Bedroom 1 Bath fully equipped kitchen washer dryer connections $695 month $400 deposit 354-4011

Hospital area

2 bedrooms 2 baths fully equipped kitchen laundr y connections walk in closets. $695 month, $400 deposit 354-4011 Peeler Homes, a transitional housing program for homeless (or at risk for being homeless) single mothers with up to 2 children, is taking applications for 2BR/1BA apartments.

To determine if you or someone you know qualifies, contact Hope House of Savannah at 912-236-5310.

ESTATE AUCTION! 2823 Aimar Ave. Sat. June 7, @ 10 AM

Contents of nice water front home including Player Piano, Antiques, China, Collectibles, Glassware, Garage Items. Photos & Map www.auctionzip.com (search Auctioneer #6282) Ann Lemley, GAL2981 & Will Wade, GAL2982 of Old S avannah Est ate s, Ant i q u e s & A u c t i o n s .

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LOST BLACK LAB

Lost Dog. Black Lab. Female.

62 lbs. White on chest & paws.

Lost on southside. Please call 912-429-2917

Home RepaiRs & impRovement 575 J&M Handyman And Repair Service. No job too small! Home repair and maintenance, pressure washing, painting, gutter cleaning, or any job that needs to be done. Please call John at 912-677-2136.

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SkillS/trade 635

TransporTaTion 900

cars 910 $0 DOWN Cars from $29/month. 36

Newly Remodeled Interior 3BR/1.5BA in Windsor Forest, Approx 15/72 sq ft. Nice living and dining room, large family room, central heat/air, washer/dryer connections, New wood floors, non-smoking, no pets. Close to schools and HAAF. $939/month plus deposit. No Section 8 accepted.

Call: 912-920-1936 3BR/2.5 BA- Newly remodeled 2 story apartment in Historic District for rent. $1750 OBO ~ 2500 sq ft, extra large living area with dining room, fully equipped kitchen with new Stainless Steel Appliances, W/D, Wood & Tile floors, Offstreet parking, Fenced courtyard, Front & Back Porch. Contact Adrienne @ 678-895-3417 3 BR, 2 BA 1,700 sq.ft. Starland District. AC, dw, w/d hookup, off-st. pkg. 40th and Drayton.

No smoking, pets OK with dep. Available 8/1. $1,700/mo.

236-3660.

3 BR APARTMENT, Downtown.

Security system, off-street park ing. hardwood floors, crown molding, high ceilings, washer/dryer. $875/month.

Call 912-341-5477.

cars 910 months at 8.5% APR. For listings 1-800-536-8309 ex t.

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1988 Corvette

35th Anniversary Edition. #1040 of 2050, Runs Great.

Excellent Condition! Extra set of wheels & tires. $ 1 2 , 5 0 0 O B O. 912-656-1053

FENDER BENDER? Paint & Body Work.

Reasonably Priced.

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

Trucks & Vans 920 $500!!

POLICE IMPOUNDS! Chevys, Fords & Toyotas, etc.

From $500. For listings call 1-800-536-8309 ext 2875.

Room FoR Rent 895 Large room in a Victorian near library, walk in closet, fireplace, micro kitchen, phone, cable, internet, all utilities furnished. $150/week or $540/month. Call 231-9464

3 bedroom 2 bath plus bonus room.

Hardwood floors.

Split floor plan.

Upgrades.

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687-3796

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Apartments for Rent 116 E. Bolton St.

Great location on Forsyth Park, near SCAD & Kroger.

Newly renovated duplex, 3 BR, 2 BA, bonus room, LR, kitchen, W/D, H/W floors, Central H/A, 2 F/P, back porch, Courtyard. Wireless Internet, Digital Cable & Water included $1450.00

2 E. 60th St.

Newly renovated condo apt, 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath, LR, Kitchen, W/D, H/W floors, Cen H/A, Large courtyard & parking $800/month Contact: 912-220-1020 or 912-484-5181 or fvenetico@hotmail.com

Sicay Management 14 West 40th Street Beautifully renovated 2 BR, 1BA lower half of duplex in the Starland District.

Features include formal LR, , formal DR, refinished heart pine floors, ceiling fans, bathroom and kitchen with ceramic tile floors, separate laundry room for washer/dryer, private courtyard. C H/A, total electric and paid security system. AVAILABLE NOW. Pet Friendly. $900/mo.

1329 East 36th Street Renovates 3 BR, 1 ½ Bath Bungalow with formal living and ding rooms, eatin kitchen, laundry room with W/D connections, hardwood and tile floors, central H/A, total electric, fenced in back yard.

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