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In a concert sponsored by Connect Savnanah, indie darling Neko Case is among the featured acts in the final week of the Savannah Music Festival. Read about her and all our other picks inside.

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Bèla Fleck teams up with a group of renowned African musicians to explore the roots of the banjo | 18

Athens fave Don Chambers brings his dark vibe to the Live Wire | 22

Ambitious TASTE event is like a Warped Tour for the local arts community | 24

Murder Afloat celebrates 20 years of mystery improv on the waterfront | 32

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Where: Telfair Academy, 121 Barnard St.,

SMF: ATC Semifinal II

What: The next level begins.

$25.

The Red Party

Wednesday

Savannah Music Festival: Organ Stops

What: Organist Jared John-

son. Free.

When: Wed. April 1, 11:30 a.m.

Where: St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 10 W. 31st St.,

SMF: Bob Seeley

What: America’s greatest

living boogie woogie player. $12. 525-5050.

When: Wed. April 1, 12:30 p.m.

Where: Charles H. Morris Center, 10 E. Broad St.,

SMF: ATC Quarterfinal I

What: Professional singers

from 24 states compete. $15.

When: Wed. April 1, 2 p.m.

Where: Trinity United Methodist Church, 225 W. President St.,

SMF: ATC Quarterfinal II What: Singers compete.

$15.

When: Wed. April 1, 5 p.m.

Where: Trinity United

Methodist Church, 225 W. President St.,

SMF: Piano Showdown

What: Pianists Eddie Palmieri, Henry Butler, Bob Seeley and Aaron Goldberg in concert. $50.

When: Wed. April 1, 6:30 p.m, 8:30 p.m.

Where: Charles H. Morris Center, 10 E. Broad St.,

SMF: Sensations V

What: Music written by

Mozart and Schnittke. $40, $55. 525-5050, When: Wed. April 1, 6:30 p.m.

When: Fri. April 3, 4 p.m.

Where: Trinity United

What: Cocktail party

benefits the Red Cross and features Roger Moss.

Guests should dress in red.

When: Wed. April 1, 6 p.m.8 p.m.

Where: Lulu’s Chocolate Bar, 42 MLK, Jr. Blvd.,

Methodist Church, 225 W. President St.

SMF: Sensations VI

What: Music by Brahms,

Schoenfield, Paulenc and Schubert. $40, $55.

When: Fri. April 03, 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m.

Where: Telfair Academy, 121 Barnard St.,

Rodney Carrington What: A comedian for

mature audiences only. $39.75. 651-6556.

When: Wed. April 01, 7 p.m.-9 p.m.

Where: Johnny Mercer Theatre, 301 W. Oglethorpe St.,

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Thursday

Savannah Children’s Theatre: The Frog Prince

What: $12. 238-9015 When: Fri. April 03, 7 p.m.,

Eddie Palmieri Y La Perfecta II perform at the Latin Dance Party on Thursday

What: Rural Southern

SMF: ATC Quarterfinal III What: Budding singers

compete. $15.

When: Thu. April 2, 2 p.m.

Where: Trinity United Methodist Church, 225 W. President St.,

SMF: ATC Quarterfinal IV

What: Budding professional

singers from 24 states compete. $15.

When: Thu. April 2, 5 p.m.

Where: Trinity United Methodist Church, 225 W. President St.,

Oceans Drive the Earth What: Professors Stu-

art Wakeham and Marc Frischer will focus on the ocean’s role in global

Freebie of the Week | What: Traditional

climate change and the origins of life in the ocean.

Free. 598-2325.

When: Thu. April 2, 7 p.m.

Where: Skidaway Institute of Oceanography, 10 Ocean Circle Dr., Skidaway Island

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Little Theatre: Moonlight and Magnolias What: A witty behind-the-

scenes look at the creation of Gone With the Wind.

When: Thu. April 02, 8 p.m., Fri. April 03, 8 p.m., Sat. April 04, 8 p.m., Sun. April 05, 3 p.m.

Where: The Freight Station, 703D Louisville Rd., Cost: $20; $15 seniors/students; $10 under 12

SMF: Latin Dance Party

What: Featuring Eddie

Palmieri Y La Perfecta II. $40. 525-5050.

When: Thu. April 2, 8:30 p.m., 10:30 p.m.

SMF: Neko Case with Crooked Fingers

What: A favorite with coun-

AASU Masquers: All My Sons

try, indie and rock fans. $20, $30.

When: Fri. April 03, 8 p.m.

Where: Trustees Theater, 216 E. Broughton St.

War II tragedy. $10.

SMF:Feufollet

p.m., Fri. April 3, 7:30 p.m., Sat. April 4, 7:30 p.m., Sun. April 5, 7:30 p.m.

Where: AASU’s Black Box Theater, 11935 Abercorn.

with young phenoms.

When: Fri. April 3, 7 p.m., 9 p.m., 11 p.m.

Where: Charles H. Morris Center, 10 E. Broad St. Cost: $25

Where: Charles H. Morris

Center, 10 E. Broad St.,

What: Arthur Miller’s World When: Thu. April 2, 7:30

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Friday SMF: Organ Stops

What: Organist Joseph

Golden is a professor of organ at Columbus State University. Free. 233-7764.

When: April 3, 11:30 a.m.

Where: St. John’s Episcopal Church, Madison Square,

SCAD International Festival

music, dance, art and food.

April 4, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

Where: Broughton Street between Lincoln and Abercorn When: Sat.

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a listing of this week’s

Sat. April 04, 3 p.m., Sun. April 05, 3 p.m.

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

SMF: Caroline Herring music. $12. 525-5050 When: Thu. April 2, 12:30 p.m., Fri. April 3, 12:30 p.m.

Where: Charles H. Morris Center, 10 E. Broad St.,

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for a list of this weeks gallery + art shows: art patrol

What: Cajun Dance Party

SSU Players by the Sea: Buddy Scott’s Slim Goodie

What: An original musical

drama. $10, $5 student When: Fri. April 3, 8 p.m., Sat. April 4, 8 p.m.

Where: Kennedy Fine Arts Theatre, Savannah State University

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First Friday for Folk Music What: Melanie Mirande

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When: Sat. April 4, 8 a.m.-1 p.m.

Where: Bamboo Farm & Coastal Gardens, 2 Canebrake Rd.,

Easter Egg Hunt What: Four fields

designed for each age group. Free.

When: Sat. April 4, 2 p.m.

Where: Lewis Mobley Park, Port Wentworth

Easter Eggstravaganza What: An egg hunt,

games, rides, and a raffle. Free.

When: Sat. April 4, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

Where: Sharon Park, Garden City

TASTE

What: Sensory

stimulation melding the works of more than 30 artists, live music, performance arts. $10 after 7pm.

When: Sat. April 4, 3 p.m.-3 a.m.

Where: M.E.A.T., 2333 Louisville Rd.

Forestkeeper First Saturday

What: Volunteers help plant trees to ensure Savannah’s tree canopy.

When: Sat. April 4, 10 a.m.-noon Where: Tybee’s Jaycee Park

Island Wide Shop Hop

What: Photos with Surfin’

Easter Bunny, traveling artists, hula hoop and bubble blowing contests, plus treats.Free.

When: Sat. April 4, 10 a.m.-7 p.m.

Where: Tybee Island business district

Native Medicinal Plant Walk What: What Native

Americans, settlers and soldiers found to feel cure their ailments. $20.

When: Sat. April 4, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

Where: Savannah/ Ogeechee Canal Museum & Nature Center, 681 Fort Argyle Rd.

SMF: ATC Finals

What: The best singers

compete for more than $30,000. $35, $55.

When: Sat. April 4, 7 p.m.

Where: Trinity United Methodist Church, 225 W. President St.,

SMF: Bela Fleck, The Africa Project

What: Virtuoso banjo

artist is joined by African musicians in acollaborative. $20, $25, $35, $40.

When: Sat. April 4, 8 p.m.

Where: Trustees Theater, 216 W. Broughton St.,

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Sunday Doggie Easter Egg Hunt

What: Sponsored by the Savannah Kennel Club and open to all dogs.

Registration 1:30pm, hunt 2-3pm. Free.

When: Sun. April 5, 1:30 p.m.-3 p.m.

Where: Daffin Park

SMF: Atlanta Symphony Orchestra

What: Robert Spano

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by Chris Theofanidis and Marcus Roberts performs Gershwin’s Concerto in F. $45,-$75.

When: Sun. April 5, 3 p.m.

Where: Johnny Mercer Theatre, 301 W. Oglethorpe Ave.

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Tuesday AASU Percussion Ensemble and Jazz Combo

What: A jazz concert. $6.

When: April 7, 7:30 p.m.

Where: AASU Fine Arts

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Time to vote for the ‘Best of Savannah’ again When you go to our newly overhauled website at connectsavannah.com, you’re a mouse click away from the opportunity to vote in our annual “Best of Savannah” readers’ poll.

As long as your votes are recorded by midnight April 26, we’ll tally them.

Remember, you must vote in at least 25 categories for your ballot to count.

We made the decision this year to go to allonline voting. We realize this will alienate those who lack access to the internet — who frankly are not our target audience to begin with. We also realize we may get fewer of those massive piles of pre-filled out ballots that are occasionally dropped off by those who energetically lobby their clients to vote for them.

But really: It’s 2009. Going to all-online voting is hardly a controversial step, right?

Speaking of the website, we’ve been working serious overtime rolling it out and working out the kinks. I’m sure anyone who’s had the uniquely invigorating experience of launching a new website with minimal prior testing can empathize with us.

A major new feature of the site is the addition of video capability, and we continue to post clips from the Savannah Music Festival at the site.

In addition, I again want to call attention to the Festival photography of Geoff Johnson, whose work is featured in many photo albums on the website.

I don’t know if the last few weeks have been as action-packed for you as they have for me.

But speaking for myself, the Savannah Music Festival has provided a very welcome oasis of relaxation.

On a broader level, the Festival is bucking the current trend, selling more tickets than last year and continuing to pump millions of dollars into the local economy. Considering the severely constrained economic environment they’re

operating in, that is something approaching the miraculous.

This final week of the Festival sees some of its most adventurous and rewarding programming, including appearances by Bela Fleck with a collaborative of African musicians; a daring double bill with the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra; and the Festival’s nod to indie rock in a Connect Savannah-sponsored appearance

by Neko Case at the Trustees Theatre.

On a more negative note, I must offer my apologies to music editor Jim Reed for the bizarre butchering of not one, but two of his articles in last week’s print edition, including one on the Music Festival.

I’m confident that anyone who’s read Reed’s writing here over the years knows he would never simply stop writing in the middle of a sentence. But nonetheless I want to say for the record that the glitches were not his doing.

Frankly I’m not entirely sure what did happen, being as I was out on deadline day attending to a medical issue and was not personally here to witness it. However, the buck still stops with me, and suffice it to say that it certainly won’t happen again. cs

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Pastor drives change at New Covenant

Editor, The New Covenant Church (Epworth Methodist Church), well known for turning out performances over the years, like “Harvey” and “Sabrina Fair”, under the directorship of Mrs. Pat Hoffman, has brought in crowds of up to 200 on a single weekend. Now, it’s the impassioned speeches of the new pastor, Rev. Dr. Andrew Young, II which may bring back the crowds.

New Covenant Church offers both the traditional and non traditional services on Sunday mornings. The non traditional service is a multi–sensory, multi–cultural and multi–ethnic event. It’s an attempt to embrace the times by appealing to all. For those like myself, who still, really find comfort in familiar things and sounds, a traditional service starts earlier.

Pastor Young orates both sermons with an intensity that

conjures up the kind of passion one associates more with an Oscar level performance than a Sunday Sermon. His sermon makes me think of the biblical mannerist paintings by masters of light and dark like Caravaggio, whose great oil paintings I was lucky enough to see one summer.

Caravaggio was a master of theatrical lighting and stark realism.

Pastor Young is a modern day master of the theatrical, who, with modulated tones, gives sermons that are so passionate and so real, they elicit a single, “wow!”

Marcia Neblett

Why not blue for girls, pink for boys?

Editor I am writing this in response to a recent edition of The Straight Dope entitled “Blue for Boys, Pink for Girls. Why?” Assigning color stereotypes to children is an ineffective learn-

ing habit. Children learn all of the colors at the same time as a child even though they were most likely exposed to either pink or blue (depending on gender) when they were born. There is no logical reasoning for society to correlate colors with genders. It is not that big of a deal, but it would be more effective if the color first exposed to a child was neutral. Children should learn all the colors as equals and not have to tie it to their gender.

The demolition of gender roles and characteristics is getting closer every day. This is similar to a subject brought up by my professor today when discussing an article on genders differences in toys. A student responded by explaining the harm in children playing with toys only recognized as for their specific gender.

Males tend to play with cars, weapons, and scientific toys whereas females tend to play with

dolls, cooking utensils, and social toys. This habit is taught through the household, television, and/or the community. Then, everyone is concerned with the stereotype that women should cook and care for the children while the father is out working. What we fail to realize is that this stereotype is created early in childhood.

This topic reminds me of this article on gender and colors. If society could create and teach neutral habits for young children, there could be a decline in this stereotypical outlook that has brainwashed America for so long.

A child can only go based on what they are exposed to.

It is scientifically proven that children mimic their surroundings. If we can be better role models by abolishing these gender stereotypes now, then we will encourage hope for change in upcoming and future generations.

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Leaked memo angers mayor

Note highlighted shortfall in Black Heritage Festival funding

by Linda Sickler | linda@connectsavannah.com

It had all the elements of a great Agatha Christie mystery.

A group of people sitting around a large table, wide–eyed and open– mouthed as an angry accuser says he knows one of them has done a dastardly deed. But which one?

However, the scene wasn’t a stately English manor house, it was the media room of Savannah City Hall. And Otis Johnson wasn’t Inspector Clousseau, he was one angry mayor.

The mayor waited until the end of the council’s workshop to pounce. “In the paper this morning, there’s an editorial that references a memo that I only sent to council members and to the city manager,” he said. “I did that so we could have a discussion and resolve the issue.

“Yesterday, I received a call from an editorial writer about a memo that one of the nine people I sent this memo to gave to them, or at least they had a telephone discussion,” Johnson said. “If we’re going to have enmity, where there are no rules to the game, let me know so I can play the game.

“If every memo I send out goes to the newspaper before we can discuss it, let me know so I can do the same thing,” he said. “I want to know from this council, what are the rules of the game so I can play by the rules, or let us know there are no rules.”

In the memo, Johnson asked council

take a nosedive. I just want to know if it will continue. Someone has an agenda other than this.”

Ironically, since Johnson issued the memo on March 20, the situation has been correcting itself. Donations for the festival are still coming in, and the deficit was already down to $3,000 at the time of the council meeting.

Johnson said he had spoken with festival organizer Shirley James about the matter. “She informed me that within the next 10 days, this whole issue is going to be resolved, but somebody was so anxious to make an issue of it, they couldn’t wait for the discussion we would have had today,” he said.

Council members were quick to agree with Johnson. “Mr. Mayor, I consider it a very unprofessional thing for anyone (to do this) when you send a memo to us asking for a reply, which means there is going to be a pending discussion,” Alderwoman Mary Osborne said.

“This issue was moot before it ever came to the council,” Alderman Jeff Felser said.

Alderwoman Edna Jackson said she learned about the editorial from an early morning phone call from an angry resident. “She said, ‘Y’all aren’t getting together on this stuff? Why is this in the paper?’” Jackson said.

The mayor said he mentioned the memo publically because he wanted his words to be televised.

members to consider covering a $9,612 deficit from the 2009 Black Heritage Festival, which occurred because projected donations were down this year. The city allocated $150,000 to this year’s festival, and SSU raised an addition $52,000 in donations, but it wasn’t enough.

Johnson was obviously angry about the situation, especially after the Savannah Morning News printed an editorial chastising him and urging him not to act on the situation. “I am offended by this because all I was doing was informing the council of a situation that came to me,” he said. “I had made no decision on it, but I wanted to discuss it.

“We have people who love to go to the media and whatever they think they’re going to gain by doing that, I want to warn them,” Johnson said, “If you play with snakes, you’re going to get bit. Be aware the media will come back and bite you, too. I’ve been bitten several times. I’m building up immunity to it, but I’m very offended.”

How offended? “I’m doing this in public because (the memo) was done in public,” Johnson said.

Although several aldermen began denying they leaked the memo, Johnson told them to save their breath.

“I don’t want to know who it is,” he said. “My opinion of that person will

“It could have only come from this council,” Johnson said.

Assistant City Manager Chris Morrill told the council there could be a $9 million shortfall in the city budget by the end of the 2009. However, with belt–tightening, the city could maintain staff and services, and is still better off than most because of prudent planning and budgeting, he said.

“You can tell we have a lot of financial challenges because you’re see me more than you usually do,” he told the council.

City sales tax revenues took a big jump in 2006, but have continued to decline since then. Funding from sales tax could be below target $740,000 by the end of the year.

Hotel/motel taxes are on the decline for the first time since 2007, but so far are just a little off target. “We have more hotels coming online, but their rate of being full has dropped significantly,” Morrill said, adding that fund could be $1.2 million under the targeted budget by the end of year.

Business tax collections are on target, and the preservation tax fee is actually up. “Anecdotally, it seems like the streets are busy,” Morrill says.

Auto rental tax revenue is on target for now, but could drop. “Most is collected at the airport, and the airport is saying there are less boardings,” Morrill said.

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City Manager Michael Brown is hopeful the city can still receive federal stimulus grant money for the President Street/Truman Parkway project, which would raise the roadbed and create an overpass at the rail crossing. The Georgia Department of Transportation decided not to fund the city’s most– needed project in this round of stimulus funding, but Brown is hopeful the city will get funding in May’s second round.

The route in question is a hurricane evacuation route heavily used by commuters. The council made it the top priority because of safety issues.

“A week ago Friday, two or three of us met with the chairman of DOT in Augusta,” Brown said. “They didn’t give us

money, but the chairman acknowledged we don’t have the full representation (on the DOT board) we should have,” he said.

As a result, the chairman is going to take responsibility for the city’s application. “This is going to be critical because every dollar we get from the stimulus will help our capital budget,” Brown said. “Rather than take over $700 million and make a single allocation, they’re doing it in a two–tier process.

We can try now and again later.”

Alderman Tony Thomas said the matter of underage drinking in the city needs to be addressed, especially in the wake of a 10-day suspension of the liquor license at Wild Wing Cafe.

Thomas said owners and staff of restaurants and bars are punished severely after infractions, resulting in the loss of thousands of dollars, while the actual underage drinkers get a fine of just $250–$350. “Then they just walk away,” he said.

What Thomas is proposing is a graduated approach to the problem. For first offenses, he said the fine should be at least $500, the person should serve a year’s probation and do community service.

“People act like they can walk away while 150 employees will suffer from the consequences,” he said. “We need to establish a task force to work with hospitality as a whole, bring in the colleges, bring in the military, to address these issues to change ordinances that are outdated.”

Thomas then said he thinks bartenders and servers should be registered with the city.

Alderman Van Johnson agreed, saying underage patrons go in bars knowingly intending to break the law.

Alderman Jeff Felser said it seems to be a consensus of the council that a registry be established. The city manager was asked to delegate staff to come back in 90 days with recommendations.

After a public hearing and much deliberation, the council approved a liquor license application submitted by Denise White Pipkin, owner of Sweet Melissa’s. Members had been concerned about traffic at the business, which is located at 35 Whitaker St., but Brown pointed out that pedestrian issues aren’t exclusive to Sweet Melissa’s, which is across the street from Lady and Sons. cs

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The steepest decline by far is in building inspection fees, which is already $169,113 down from target, even though water and sewer tap–in fees are slightly up. “That’s a good sign because we’re seeing some increased activity here, so we need to watch that,” Morrill said.

Recorder’s court fines have increased by about $142,148. But interest on the general fund is down considerably and could be $1.7 percent under budget by the end of the year.

It is on the expenditure side that the city can make progress, and so far, the news is good, Morrill says. By holding 330 staff vacancies, the city’s “position bank” has generated $1.6 million in savings year–to–date. “That will become important because rather than lay off, we want to move vacancies around,” Morrill said.

Electricity expenditures are $200,000 under target, while gasoline and diesel expenditures are down almost $300,000.

The state legislature is adding to the city’s budget challenges, Morrill said, by considering bills that would cost taxpayers while lowering city revenue.

But overall, he is confident the city can bring expenditures down and end the year in balance. “The continued focus must be on long–term efficiency and prioritizing services,” he said.

There currently are city–wide priorities and values teams, made up of city employees, who are looking at using efficiency so the city can continue providing services. About 70 employees are involved in the teams, and they’ve been focusing on various topics.

The teams’ findings will be presented at a Town Hall meeting in April. “This is a paradigm shift,” the mayor said.

“I think the public’s response will be overwhelmingly positive.”

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Blotter All cases from recent Savannah/Chatham Police Dept. incident reports

More St. Patrick’s Day shenanigans

An officer walking patrol during the St. Patrick’s Day festival saw several firefighters running towards the Savannah River from the Abercorn ramp. The officer then saw a man who was climbing out of the water.

The officer saw that the man had bloodshot eyes with large pupils, and noticed he smelled like alcohol. He was taken into custody and charged with Swimming Prohibited in Certain Waters, a city ordinance, and public drunkenness. Before he was taken to jail, he was asked if he’d been drinking alcohol.

“Yeah,” he replied. “I had a lot, obviously.”

• Shortly after the St. Patrick’s Day parade, police were called to Broughton and Bull streets because of a lookout posted on a woman who had run a barricade. An

officer observed a strong odor of alcohol on the woman, who was cuffed and placed in the back of a patrol car after she became disorderly.

Another officer approached the patrol car and released the woman, who said she understood her rights and waived her right to an attorney. She asked to use a restroom, and was escorted to a nearby restaurant.

The woman said she drove from the parking garage to where she was stopped.

She said she was looking for her family, but when asked about it later said she was headed back to work. Her eyes were red, her words slurred and she was unsteady on her feet. When asked how much she’d had to drink, she replied, “I’ve only had one drink and it was a Bloody Mary.”

When asked when she’d started drinking, the woman said about 10 a.m. when she first got downtown. The woman failed an eye test, a walk–and–turn test and a one–leg stand. When asked to submit to a preliminary breath test, the woman tested positive for alcohol. She was arrested for DUI and taken to the Chatham County Detention Center.

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• Two men were arrested March 14 after they fought on River Street at the Abercorn ramp.

An officer saw a group of people come out of a bar. One man began yelling and using fighting words against a second man, who tried to walk away. He then pushed the first man in the chest. The first man then swung at the second man.

The second man was put in handcuffs.

He and a security officer from the bar told the officer the first man was just 10 feet away, trying to hide in the crowd, and he was located and cuffed, then told he was under arrest.

The man was put into a chair at the River Street command post. When asked for his information, he replied “F––k you!” to the officer, but indicated he was in the military.

An Army captain asked the soldier for his rank and working location in an effort to have him released to the U.S. Army, but the man again responded “F––k you!” and used other profanity. The captain advised

him to settle down and said he was making the situation worse.

The man then told the captain, in the presence of city police officers, “F––k you, if you point that finger at me again I will bite it off!” The captain is the man’s commanding officer.

A silver flask with alcohol in it was discovered during a search. The man reacted violently, screaming, yelling and cursing.

He was given another chance to cooperate, but began to stare at an officer and make indirect threats. At that point he was informed he wouldn’t be allowed to leave with military police, but that he was going to have state charges filed against him, which included disorderly conduct, simple assault, public drunkenness, open container, affray and hindering law enforcement. He and the other man were both taken to jail. cs Give anonymous crime tips to Crimestoppers at 234-2020

With modern medicine and hygiene and diet, we’ve extended life expectancy far beyond what it’s ever been. Yet we all still get old and die. Few make it past 80 or 90 years, and almost nobody makes it past 100. Is there any real hope of something that could allow humans to stop or slow the aging process?

—Eric R., Los Angeles My initial reply was: Want to stop aging? Move to the developing world, where they’ve got the problem licked.

With frequent war, famine, and disease, getting old isn’t an issue for vast swaths of the population. However, on reading more carefully, I see your beef about aging is that it makes you die, meaning early death probably isn’t the strategy for you. So instead I give you Cecil’s Guaranteed Longevity Plan. We’ll start with the easy steps and work up.

Stop thinking. I’m sure you remember Molly Ivins’s remark about a Texas politician (no, not the one you’re thinking of): “If his IQ slips any lower, we’ll have to water him twice a day.” That guy was onto something. The chief killer of higher life forms such as ourselves is, no kidding, a brain. As I wrote years ago, living things lacking a central nervous system, notably trees, have been known to survive for thousands of years. Admittedly, judging from the examples we have—notably some barely-hanging-on pines in the California desert—socalled Methuselah trees lead pretty meager existences and probably long for the exciting life of pond scum. And yes, it’s hard to imagine how humans might manage without brains. But if you’ve watched many financial shows on cable, you know it can be done.

Drink. OK, you’ve heard this before and figured it was a research fluke. Maybe not. A good-size body of research suggests one or two drinks a day can reduce your risk of death from all causes, especially heart disease and stroke. Better yet, toss back those drinks as part of a Mediterranean diet.

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According to the Harvard School of Public Health, ingesting an abundance of vegetables, legumes, fruits, nuts, and cereals; plenty of olive oil; moderate amounts of fish; not too much dairy; only a little red meat; and a glass or two of wine at meals correlated with a huge drop in death rate among participants in a 2003 study.

Sleep right. A six-year study of 1.1 million adults found that those sleeping seven hours a night had the lowest chance of dying. With less than six or more than eight hours per night, your mortality risk starts climbing.

Eat less. Maybe you’ve heard this one too: Animals on calorie restriction (CR) diets live longer. Scientists noticed this when studying rats in the 1930s.

Depending on the level of CR, life span in animals has been increased by more than 50 percent. Caveats: (1) can’t skip essential nutrients, (2) exercise is important, and (3) the animal’s weight must remain stable.

Will CR work in humans? Not as dramatically, it seems, and we don’t have conclusive proof, but probably yes. The big benefit: a healthier heart.

A six-year study in which participants downed half the usual calories found major improvements in cholesterol, triglycerides, and blood pressure. If cutting back that much sounds too drastic, consider this. Adult residents of Okinawa, Japan, consume 20 percent fewer calories than other Japanese and have much lower rates of death from stroke, heart disease, and cancer and better health overall.

Most estimates of life expectancy gains from CR give you ten years at most. Drawbacks include irritability, less muscle, and malnutrition if you’re not careful. CR apparently works best when begun young, with less benefit the later you start.

Not ready for extreme fasting? Some tout alternative schemes. The EOD, or “every other day,” method, which involves a day of fasting followed by a day of double calories, seems to work as well as CR—for mice. A human friend who tried it says he lost a lot of weight (two pounds a week), but then his heart started skipping beats so he quit.

Here’s a plan I like better: one meal a day plus some noshing. Will you live to 150? Doubt it, but based on my limited sample (one), you’ll weigh what you did in high school and be mistaken for five years younger than you are. cs

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Canadian filmmaker Rob Spence said recently that he would install a prosthetic eye with a camera and wireless transmitter (of the size now used for colonoscopies) into the socket from which one of his eyes had been removed as the result of a childhood accident. He hopes to control the prosthetic eye in the same way that his muscles control his good eye, to record what his eyes see, and his first project will be a documentary on people’s attitudes about privacy in an “Orwellian society.” “(T)he best way to make a connection (with an interviewee) is through eye contact,” he said. “When you bring in a camera, people change.”

Government in Action

that the AM2PAT company of Angier, N.C., was not caught before bacteria in its pre-filled syringes were linked to five deaths and hundreds of illnesses in December 2007. Subsequently inspected, AM2PAT’s saline and heparin syringes were found to contain “debris” and “sediment” and to be “muddy” and “dingy brown” in color. Furthermore, according to a February report in the Raleigh News & Observer, the required “clean (air) room” was found to be just a room with a fan, and the company’s “chief microbiologist” was revealed to be a teenager who had dropped out of high school. The company’s owner has fled to his native India to avoid prosecution.

The Homeland Is Secure

• The U.S. Transportation Security • Artist Beth Grossman created Administration ruled in January that a her wall exhibit, “Seats of Power,” to post-9-11 federal maritime law, which encourage citizens to greater activrequires comprehensive background ism in local affairs around Brisbane, credentials for mariners holding U.S. Calif. (just south of San Francisco Bay).

Coast Guard authorization on U.S. The “Seats” are upholstered cushions waters, applies even to the two “mule individually tailored with the buttprints skinners” who work, in tourist season, of each of the 10 city council members, dressed in colonial costumes at the who allowed Grossman to photograph Hugh Moore Historical Park in Easton, them from behind, clothed, through a Pa. The park’s lone mule-pulled boat is sheet of Plexiglas pressed against their operated in a 2-mile-long canal that is posteriors to simulate being seated. All near nothing of strategic significance, 10 co-operated, including Mayor Sepi said the park director.

Richardson, who said she had been • In addition to addressing the usual considering her “legacy” lately, “but I state homeland-security concerns, Kennever thought it would be my butt.” tucky’s statute requires anyone licensed • Small-Town Politics: (1) Resident as a first responder to disasters to take Tony Randall of Ashland, N.H. (pop., an oath against dueling (“I, being a 2,000), a surveyor by trade who was citizen of this state, have not fought a elected chief of the town’s 12-member duel with deadly weapons ... nor have I police force in March, promised he sent or accepted a challenge (to duel), would know more about his job by Sepnor have I acted as second in carrying a tember, when he will finish police acadchallenge (to duel), so help me God”). emy training. (2) The Cleveland Plain Another provision requires the state Dealer reported that a March meeting Homeland Security Office’s executive of the Medina, Ohio, City Council director to “publicize” a legislative findrequired a recess when all members ing that “reliance upon Almighty God” engaged in serial giggling over one is necessary to homeland security. person’s flatulence. (3) Mayor Jerry Oberholtzer of Snellville, Ga., Police Blotter involved in a recent feud with an • Police were called to the aggressive city council memThe Aliso (Calif.) Town Center ber, called on police chief Roy Humidity, on March 15 after a woman Whitehead to escort him to the it’s coming! telephoned 911 to report being men’s room at City Hall for his attacked near the center’s safety. fountain by another woman, • The U.S. Food and Drug who had flung her dog’s Administration, with the feces at her and her infant. The impossible task of “regulating” flinger was said to be upset about 18,000 makers of drug devices complaints from passersby about (and thousands of other comthe enema she was giving her dog panies and enforcing 123 new in public. federal laws since 1988), has had • Names in the News: Charged virtually no increase in staff in in Albuquerque in February with 15 years. It’s little wonder, then,

giving her daughter marijuana: Ms. Jodi Weed. The victim of a January beating by her middle school classmates in Tampa (for the obvious reason): Miss Special Harris. Charged with arson and destruction of property in Charleston, W.Va., in March: Mr. J. Edgar Hoover.

Charged with prostitution in Tampa in February: Ms. Ho Suk Kim.

Fine Points of the Law

The British Columbia Human Rights Tribunal agreed in February to hear the charge brought by Roxanne Stevenson that she was turned down illegally for a clerk’s job by the city of Kelowna because she smokes. “Smoking,” itself, is not covered by the law, and a city official said Stevenson frequently used sick leave at a previous job and that, during her interview, she “reeked” of smoke and coughed constantly. Lawyers interviewed by the Vancouver Sun said, however, that employers cannot discriminate on account of health status or addiction without offering to accommodate the worker’s condition.

The Miracle Drug

Alcohol Was Involved: (1) A 19-yearold University of Colorado student required emergency assistance in March after spending all evening badgering fellow partygoers to hit him in the face.

Finally, at 2 a.m., someone complied, resulting in a broken nose and massive bleeding. (2) A National City Bank in downtown Pittsburgh was broken into on March 7, inadvertently, when an intoxicated man accidentally tripped and crashed through the front window (narrowly avoiding decapitation). (3) According to sheriff ’s reports, a man reported to Huntsville (Ala.) Hospital on Feb. 18 after having passed out drunk with an ex-girlfriend and waking up with a sewing needle in his urethra.

Recurring Themes

That Sacred Institution (as practiced in villages in India): (1) To prevent mysterious illnesses in the village, two 7-year-old girls were married, separately, to frogs (Tamil Nadu state; January).

(2) To bring prosperity to the village, an elder married off two trees to each other (West Bengal state; February). (3) To overcome the effect of a baby’s oddlooking tooth, which is said to portend death by a tiger unless remedied, the 18-month-old boy was married off to a female dog (Orissa state; February). cs By chuck shepherd UNIVERSAL PRESS SYNDICATE

Hundreds of thousands of flamingos and other species of wildlife across Kenya were on the run from five separate wildfires, while 3.2 million human residents faced hunger from a protracted drought. Some of the blazes blackened the Masai Mara as well as neighboring Tanzania’s Serengeti Park. The drought has caused many watering holes and streams to dry up, forcing the Kenya Wildlife Service to pump water from underground bore holes into shallow pans for animals to drink. Thousands of zebras, buffalo, giraffes and antelopes fled a blaze in Longonot National Park, rushing headlong through villages and across busy roads.

Smaller Urban Footprint A new report suggests that some city dwellers actually leave a smaller carbon footprint than their country cousins do in contributing to global warming.

The International Institute for Environment and Development says it found that per capita emissions in many of the world’s largest cities are often just a fraction of the national average.

“The real climate change culprits are not the cities themselves but the high-consumption lifestyles of

people living across these wealthy countries,” said report author David Dodman.

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Beijing Shrivels Chinese officials may be forced to resettle some of Beijing’s new arrivals over the next five to 10 years due to a population boom that accompanied both a rapid economic expansion and a stretch of yearly droughts. Probe International, an independent environmental advocacy group, advised Chinese officials that Beijing faces economic collapse as it begins to run out of water during that period. The official Xinhua news agency reports that the Chinese capital and surrounding region have suffered drought every year since 1999.

Eruption Alaska’s Mount Redoubt volcano produced a series of eruptions that forced the state’s flagship airline to cancel 35 flights and a nearby oil terminal to shut down. The 10,200-foot volcano, located about 100 miles southwest of Anchorage, shot plumes of ash 9 miles into the atmosphere above the Alaska Peninsula. Mud flowing down Redoubt has uprooted hundreds of trees and clogged the Drift River Valley with debris.

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• Cyclone Izilda churned the southern Mozambique Channel just off Madagascar’s southwestern coast as the ninth named storm of the region’s waning cyclone season.

Earthquakes A moderate earthquake centered in south-central China’s Guizhou province caused farmhouses to collapse or crack near the epicenter. Officials said that there were no deaths or significant injuries resulting from the quake.

Baboon Raid An unruly troop of baboons wreaked havoc among beachgoers along South Africa’s Cape Peninsula over the weekend as the animals hijacked cars to get at food intended for picnics.

Officials in Cape Town blamed the marauding behavior on tour operators who have “baited” the scenic destination with food to attract the primates. “Any tour operator caught doing so can be charged under national conservation legislation,” the city’s executive director for the environment, Piet van Zyl, said in a statement. He also appealed to the public to exercise extreme caution while near the baboons.

Cape Town's baboons are protected under South African law, but rangers are sometimes forced to kill them when they become too aggressive. cs by steve newman, universal press syndicate

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First Friday for Folk Music

For many years now, the Savannah Folk Music Society has tirelessly promoted all manner of live concert events by acoustic and folk–based artists, from living legends like John McCutcheon and Leon Redbone to cult heroes such as Malcolm Holcombe and up–and–coming regional acts such as Lauren Lapointe and Jason Bible (of The Train Wrecks).

In addition to their annual Savannah Folk Festival, this regularly scheduled, monthly showcase of local, regional and national talent is —for many— a simple and easy way to keep in touch with some of the more dependably entertaining artists on the scene who still play relatively informal, essentially free gigs such as these.

The artists usually have music or merchandise available for sale that helps pay their travel expenses.

Plus, the environment is smoke and alcohol free.

This installment features only two performers instead of the usual three, so perhaps they’ll both play slightly extended sets. Harry O’Donoghue is a beloved figure in the Savannah music community, who plays often at River Street’s famed Irish pub Kevin Barry’s, and travels to his homeland of Ireland at least a few times a year to gig and lead tours. He’s also the host of the popular Georgia Public Radio program The Green Island. He’ll likely play soft and wistful Celtic–tinged originals (and perhaps some traditional tunes) on guitar and bodhran.

Melanie Mirande was featured on the very first installment of this

Nikki Talley

This young standout on the Asheville, N.C. songwriting scene is known to perform as a solo acoustic artist, as well as to arm herself with an electric guitar and front a full, rocking band.

Encouraged and championed by her musician mother (her singing mom plays guitar and banjo), Talley cites an impressively wide array of musical influences (including Joni Mitchell, Greg Brown, Laurie Anderson, Sonic Youth, Dead Can Dance, Dan Hicks, Neutral Milk Hotel, Frank Black and Wesley Willis), many of which have seeped slightly into her own carefully constructed originals.

This, her Savannah debut, is in an eatery/venue that is not necessarily geared toward quiet and series, and has played several times since. A longtime board member of the SFMS, she is an apt student of the history of folk music, with a great affinity for —and a way with— message, protest and story songs. Listen & Learn: savannahfolk.org, harryodonoghue.com.

Fri., 7:30 pm, First Presbyterian Church – ALL–AGES.

Jefferson Fox

As the result of being raised in a military family, this DIY songwriter and recording artist moved around a lot as a child. Coincidentally, in the late

contemplative acoustic music. In fact, when the place gets packed, it can be downright difficult from certain parts of the room to pay close attention to the live entertainment. So, if Talley’s sound speaks to you, it may be worth grabbing a seat that will afford the least obstructed view of this promising Southeastern performer. Listen & Learn: myspace. com/nikkitalley. Thurs., 8 pm, The Distillery – ALL–AGES.

‘80s, some of his youth was spent here in the Savannah area, which is where he first tried his hand at the alt.rock band scene.

While band names such as Don’t Mind Me, Exit and Lunar Halo may be a foggy memory even to those of us who were around in those days, these (mostly) cover groups afforded Fox the chance to hone his chops and flex some of his nascent songwriting skills.

By the early ‘90s, he was touring a bit along the East Coast and into the Midwest with a group called Drench, and later with a band called All That Matters. Now,

he’s essentially a one–man–band, writing and recording impressive, fairly slick alt.pop with a gaggle of seasoned session players and production help from a cat who’s worked with The RHCP, Maroon 5 and Ziggy Marley, among others. This solo swing back through his old stomping ground is part of a sizable run of Southeastern dates in support of his latest CD, Animule, a quirky, irrepressible collection of tunes. Pick up on it. Listen & Learn: jeffersonfox. com. Sat., 8 pm, The Sentient Bean – ALL–AGES. cs

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

Bahama Bob’s (Pooler) Karaoke (Karaoke) Bayou Cafe Chief (Live Music) Legendary local guitarist/singer who knows literally thousands of rock, pop, blues and country hits. (covers & originals).

-9 p.m.

The Boathouse TBA (Live Music) 6 p.m.

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

Club 51 Degrees DJ Blue Ice (DJ) The Distillery Open Mic Night hosted by Greg Williams (Live Music) Opportunity for singer/songwriters and small acoustic combos to ply their wares in between sets by a prolific local blues/folk/rock vocalist/guitarist. 8 p.m.

Doubles Lounge DJ Sam Diamond (DJ) Driftaway Cafe Chuck Courtenay (Live Music) Pop, rock and country covers & originals sung and played on acoustic guitar.

7 p.m.

Fiddler’s Crab House Voodoo Soup (Live Music) Local hard-jamming funk/ soul/rock/fusion group with a wide repertoire (feat. members of The Permanent Tourists & Phantom Wingo). Apr 1, 10 p.m., Apr 8, 10 p.m., Apr 15, 10 p.m. Apr 22, 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.

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

Jazz’d Tapas Bar Eddie Wilson (Live Music) Local keyboardist best known as the former Musical Director of the Savannah Theater (covers & originals) Apr 1, 7:30 p.m., Apr 8, 7:30 p.m., Apr 15, 7:30 p.m., Apr 22, 7:30 p.m. Apr 29, 7:30 p.m.

Wednesday

continues from p.14 The Jinx Rock & Roll Bingo w/DJ DrunkTank Soundsystem (Other, DJ) Just what it sounds like: Bingo plus a wild mix of punk. soul, rock and ska tunes. 10 p.m.

The Johnny Mercer Theatre Rodney Carrington (Other) Famous stand-up comic, TV star and novelty country musician whose first single in 1998 was entitled “Letter To My Penis.”

For mature audiences only.

Yeah, right. 7 p.m.

Kevin Barry’s Tom O’Carroll (Live Music) Dublin born folklorist/instrumentalist known for his wit and musicality - playing bodhran, acoustic guitar and tin whistle. Apr 1, 8:30 p.m., Apr 2, 8:30 p.m., Apr 3, 8:30 p.m., Apr 4, 8:30 p.m. Apr 5, 8:30 p.m.

King’s Inn #@*! Karaoke (Karaoke) 9 p.m., 9 p.m., 9 p.m. 9 p.m.

Lulu’s Chocolate Bar “The Red Party” Benefit with Roger Moss (Live Music, Other) Cocktail party benefiting the Red Cross and featuring classically trained cabaret vocalist Roger Moss. Guests are asked to dress in red. 6 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 Night (Live Music) 10 p.m.

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

Pour Larry’s (formerly John’s Bar) Live Trivia with Marcia (Other) Live Team Trivia Game. 9 p.m.

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

Savannah Smiles “Dueling PIanos” (Live Music) Two versatile and wisecracking keyboardists play a wide variety of audience requests. -8:30 p.m.

The Sentient Bean Psychotronic Film: THE KILLING OF SATAN (Other) Oddball, low-budget mix of early ‘80s horror and

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American Legion Post 184 Rick Elvis (Undressed) (Live Music, Other) Locally-based Elvis impersonator, performing without his costume. 4 p.m. 8 p.m.

Augie’s Pub (Richmond Hill) TBA (Live Music) 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) Legendary local guitarist/singer who knows literally thousands of rock, pop, blues and country hits. (covers & originals). -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.

Blaine’s Back Door #@*!

Karaoke (Karaoke) Bogey’s Five Points Productions’ Karaoke w/Keith (Karaoke) 10 p.m.

Club One Industrial Resurrection w/ DJ Shrapnel (DJ) 10 p.m.

The Distillery Nikki Talley (Live Music) Touring Asheville, N.C.-based neo-folk/soft indie-rock singer-songwriter. 8 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-acclaimed, Savannahbased electric Chicago and Memphis style blues guitarist and singer with a tight rhythm section (covers/originals) Apr 2, 10 p.m., Apr 9, 10 p.m., Apr 16, 10 p.m., Apr 23, 10 p.m.

Apr 24, 10 p.m.

The Flying Fish Chuck Courtenay (Live Music) Established area acoustic guitarist/singer playing country, Southern rock and pop hits and originals.

Apr 2, 7 p.m. Apr 5, 6:30 p.m.

Grapevine Gail Thurmond (Live Music) Local piano/vocal legend playing jazz, country, Latin and standards. 6:30 p.m.

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

The Jazz Corner (Hilton Head) The Lavon Stevens Quartet feat. Lousie Spencer (Live Music) Jazz, Broadway & blues (covers & originals) with female vocals. 8 p.m.

Jazz’d Tapas Bar Trae Gurley’s “Swoonatra” (Live Music) Local singer and thespian’s popular tribute show to Frank Sinatra’s Golden Age Big Band period. 7:30 p.m.

The Jinx Fever! Dance Party w/DJ D-Frost & Friends (DJ) 9 p.m.

Kevin Barry’s Tom O’Carroll (Live Music) Dublin born folklorist/instrumentalist known for his wit and musicality - playing bodhran, acoustic guitar and tin whistle. Apr 1, 8:30 p.m., Apr 2, 8:30 p.m., Apr 3, 8:30 p.m., Apr 4, 8:30 p.m. Apr 5, 8:30 p.m. continues on p. 28

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Tantra Lounge Open Mic Night (Live Music) Weekly showcase for singer/songwriters, both amateur and pro. 10 p.m.

Tommy’s Karaoke w/ Jeff & Rebecca (Karaoke) Venus De Milo Open DJ Night (DJ) 9 p.m.

Vic’s on The River Jimmy James (Live Music) Solo pianist playing standards, Latin and jazz. 12 & 6 p.m., 6 p.m., 6 p.m. 6 p.m.

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. Apr 1, 8 p.m., Apr 5, 8 p.m., Apr 8, 8 p.m., Apr 15, 8 p.m.

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continues from p.15 Loco’s Deli & Pub (Southside) Five Points Productions’ Extreme Trivia w/ Kowboi (Other) Live trivia game. 8 p.m.

McDonough’s Karaoke (Karaoke) -9 p.m.

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

Murphy’s Law “Live Jukebox” w/DJ Sweaty Sock (DJ) 11 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.

Pour Larry’s (formerly John’s Bar) DJ Tap (DJ) 10 p.m.

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

7 p.m.

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

Savannah Smiles “Dueling PIanos” (Live Music) Two versatile and wisecracking keyboardists play a wide variety of audience requests. -8:30 p.m.

The Sentient Bean Tiger Piss (Live Music, Other) “Comedy punk” act from NYC. 8 p.m.

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

Spanky’s TBA (Live Music) 8 p.m.

Tommy’s Karaoke w/ Jeff & Rebecca (Karaoke) Tubby’s Tank House (Thunderbolt) Chuck Courtenay & Bucky Bryant (Live Music) Singing acoustic guitar duo playing rock, pop and country hits. 6 p.m.

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

Venus De Milo DJ Americana (DJ) The Warehouse Jeff Beasley (Live Music) Savannah guitarist who doubles on percussion playing swinging R & B, old-time rock and roll and Cajun-tinged Americana (covers & originals). Apr 2, 8 p.m., Apr 4, 8 p.m., Apr 9, 8 p.m., Apr 16, 8 p.m., Apr 23, 8 p.m. Apr 24, 8 p.m.

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

The Wormhole Stepchain; Virgil Kain; Low Country Destroyer (Live Music) Soulful hard rock with ‘70s influences; Melodic S.C. metal

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A.J.’s Dockside “Georgia Kyle” Shiver (Live Music) American Legion Post 36 Karaoke (Karaoke) Baja Cantina TBA (Live Music) 7 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.

Blowin’ Smoke BBQ 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) - Free outdoor ALL-AGES show. 6 p.m.

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.

Daquiri Island Karaoke (Karaoke) The Distillery The Greg Williams Band (Live Music) Full electric folk/blues/rock band led by a prolific local singer/songwriter(covers & originals)- ALL-AGES. 10 p.m.

Doubles Lounge “World Famous” DJ Sam Diamond (DJ) Driftaway Cafe Chuck Courtenay (Live Music) Established area acoustic guitarist/singer playing country, Southern rock and pop hits and originals. 7 p.m.

El Picasso Karaoke (8 p.m.)

(Karaoke) Fannie’s on the Beach Mary Davis & Co. (Live Music) Female-fronted acoustic cover combo featuring members of Band In The Park (rock/pop/ soul/beach music). Apr 3, 8 p.m.

Fiddler’s Crab House Little Brown Peach (Live Music) Valdosta-based, organ-heavy jam band citing the Allman Brothers and Medeski Martin & Wood as key influences (covers & originals). 10 p.m.

First Presbyterian Church First Friday for Folk Music (Live Music) Presented by the Savannah Folk Music Society and featuring singersongwriter Melanie Mirande

and Celtic troubadour Harry O’Donoghue - ALL-AGES. 7:30 p.m.

Gayna’s Bar Karaoke (9 p.m.)

(Karaoke) Hang Fire “Paint The Town Red” Benefit (Other) Benefit party to help The Red Cross.

RSVP online at the club’s Facebook page. 5 p.m.

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

Jazz’d Tapas Bar Midnight Sun (Live Music) Local jazz combo featuring keyboardist Eddie Wilson. 9 p.m.

The Jinx Appetite For Destruction (Guns N Roses Tribute) (Live Music) Popular touring act recreating the look and feel of the vintage GnR lineups. 11 p.m.

Kasey’s Gourmet Grille Greg & Dan (Live Music) Singing duo of acoustic guitarists playing folk, jam, blues and rock covers. 7:30 p.m.

Kevin Barry’s Tom O’Carroll (Live Music) Dublin born folklorist/instrumentalist known for his wit and musicality - playing bodhran, acoustic guitar and tin whistle. Apr 1, 8:30 p.m., Apr 2, 8:30 p.m., Apr 3, 8:30 p.m., Apr 4, 8:30 p.m. Apr 5, 8:30 p.m.

King’s Inn #@*! Karaoke (Karaoke) 9 p.m., 9 p.m., 9 p.m. 9 p.m.

Loco’s Deli & Pub (Downtown) Turtle, Joe & Friends (Live Music) Jam-oriented rock, funk and pop featuring members of the award-winning local group Turtle Folk (covers & originals). 11 p.m.

Mansion on Forsyth Park Silver Lining (Live Music) Jazzy local trio (funk, blues, Latin, exotica) of guitar, bass and drums with female vocals (covers & originals). 8:30 p.m.

McDonough’s Karaoke (Karaoke) -9 p.m.

Molly MacPherson’s Scottish Pub Arum Rae (Live Music) Locally based female singer/ guitarist blending ethereal Delta blues and soul influences with a DIY punk ethos.

10 p.m.

Molly MacPherson’s Scottish Pub (Richmond Hill) RPM (Live Music) 8:30 p.m.

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

Pepino’s #@*! Karaoke (Karaoke) Planter’s Tavern TBA (Live Music) Piano Jazz -7 p.m.

Pour Larry’s (formerly John’s Bar) DJ Zodiac (DJ) Apr 3, 10 p.m. Apr 4, 10 p.m.

Randy Wood’s Concert Hall (Bloomingdale) Mountain Heart (Live Music) Superstar modern bluegrass band playing an intimate, ALL-AGES

show in a 100-seat listening room. 8 p.m.

Ruth’s Chris Steak House Kim Michael Polote & Friends (Live Music) Award-winning area vocalist singing jazz and blues standards backed by piano and bass in this eatery’s bar area. 7:30 p.m.

Savannah Smiles “Dueling PIanos” (Live Music) Two versatile and wisecracking keyboardists play a wide variety of audience requests.

-8:30 p.m.

The Sentient Bean P.J. Pacifico (Live Music) Ct.-based acoustic guitarist/vocalist with impressive instrumental technique and a finely-honed pop sensibility that’s fused with the slightly C&W sensitive singer-songwriter bit - ALL-AGES. 8 p.m.

Spanky’s Karaoke (9 p.m.)

(Karaoke) Steed’s Tavern @#! Karaoke (Karaoke) 8 p.m.

Stingray’s TBA (Live Music) 6 p.m. 6 p.m.

Tantra Lounge The Permanent Tourists (Live Music, Other) Tight and polished regional R & B/soul/funk/rock cover band (feat. Voodoo Soup’s bassist) known for impressive vocals and a killer setlist. Apr 3, 9:30 p.m., Apr 10, 9:30 p.m., Apr 17, 9:30 p.m. Apr 24, 9:30 p.m.

Venus De Milo DJ Moustache (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 Sunday Project (Live Music) Dalton, Ga. quartet that just relocated to Savannah, playing covers and originals in the folk-rock vein. 8 p.m.

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

Wet Willie’s Live DJ (DJ) 8 p.m.

The Wormhole Undefined; Four Zero Alpha; The Mortal Coil (Live Music) Hard-grooving metal act citing Slayer and Megadeth as influences; Hard rock/metal hybrid with a “Halloween theme”; Local old-school metal band. 10 p.m.

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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 TheMagic Rocks (Live Music) Oddball upbeat rock, alternative, pop, country and soul covers (w/members of Superhorse and Hot Pink Interior) Free outdoor ALL-AGES show. 6 p.m.

Bogey’s Five Points Productions’ Karaoke w/Keith (Karaoke) 10 p.m.

Broughton Street SCAD International Festival (Live Music, Other) Traditional music, dance, art and food presented

by SCAD’s international community. 11 a.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 (Karaoke) 9 p.m.

The Distillery Bottles & Cans (Live Music) Hard-swinging, house rockin’ garage-blooze and old, weird, Americana (covers & originals). 10 p.m.

Doubles Lounge “World Famous” DJ Sam Diamond (DJ) Fannie’s on the 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. 8 p.m.

Fiddler’s Crab House Chuck Courtenay (Live Music) Established area acoustic guitarist/singer playing country, Southern rock and pop hits and originals. 7 p.m.

Fiddler’s Crab House The Train Wrecks (Live Music) Hard-rocking local roots-abilly and Americana act led by Texas-born songwriter Jason Bible (covers & originals). Apr 4, 10 p.m. Apr 30, 10 p.m.

Gayna’s Bar Karaoke (Karaoke) 9 p.m.

Grapevine Gail Thurmond (Live Music) Local piano/vocal

legend playing jazz, country, Latin and standards. 6:30 p.m.

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

Jazz’d Tapas Bar The Bernie Kennerson Group (Live Music) Funky instrumental jazz outfit from Myrtle Beach, SC, whose front-man plays a high-tech electronic wind instrument, affording him a virtually limitless array of sounds and tones (covers & originals). 9 p.m.

The Jinx Souls Harbor (Live Music) S.C. based hard rock and nu-metal act that is building a loyal following along the East Coast. 11 p.m.

Jukebox Bar & Grill TBA (Live Music) 9 p.m.

Kevin Barry’s Tom O’Carroll (Live Music) Dublin born folklorist/instrumentalist known for his wit and musicality - playing bodhran, acoustic guitar and tin whistle. Apr 1, 8:30 p.m., Apr 2, 8:30 p.m., Apr 3, 8:30 p.m., Apr 4, 8:30 p.m. Apr 5, 8:30 p.m.

King’s Inn #@*! Karaoke (Karaoke) 9 p.m., 9 p.m., 9 p.m. 9 p.m.

Live Wire Music Hall Don Chambers & Goat; Mother Jackson (Live Music) Buzzworthy Athens-based rootsrock singer-songwriter (who often opens for the Drive-By Truckers) with more than a touch of Tom Waits-ian dusty, old-time huckster in him; Kickass Athens southern rock act with indulgent guitar work and a ‘70s vibe reminiscent of The Who, Zeppelin or Crazy Horse. 9 p.m.

Mansion on Forsyth Park Hear & Now (Live Music) New local smooth jazz group feat. members of Eat Mo’ Music and Silver Lining (covers & originals). 8:30 p.m.

McDonough’s Karaoke (Karaoke) -9 p.m.

M.E.A.T. “TASTE Savannah” (Live Music, Other) Not to be confused with Taste OF Savannah, this is the first-ever event of its kind in town, and includes works by area artists, live music, DJs, breakdancers, performance art, live painting, film and local food. It runs from 3 pm till 3 am. 3 p.m.

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) Arum Rae (Live Music) Locally based female singer/guitarist blending ethereal Delta blues and soul influences with a DIY punk ethos. 8:30 p.m.

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

Pour Larry’s (formerly John’s Bar) DJ Zodiac (DJ) Apr 3, 10 p.m. Apr 4, 10 p.m.

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

River Street First Saturday on The River (Live Music, Other) Monthly celebration of arts and crafts with live entertainment. 9 a.m.

Ruth’s Chris Steak House Kim Michael Polote & Friends (Live Music) Award-winning area vocalist singing jazz and blues standards backed by piano and bass in this eatery’s bar area. 7:30 p.m.

Savannah Smiles “Dueling PIanos” (Live Music) Two versatile and wisecracking keyboardists play a wide variety of audience requests.

-8:30 p.m.

The Sentient Bean Jefferson Fox (Live Music) rare live show by a buzzworthy former Savannahian who’s emerged as an idiosyncratic singersongwriter with a skewed, modern rock sensibility and memorable material - ALLAGES 8 p.m.

Steed’s Tavern #@*! Karaoke (Karaoke) Hosted by Sam Johnson. 8 p.m.

Stingray’s TBA (Live Music) 6 p.m. 6 p.m.

Tantra Lounge Eymarel (Live Music) 9:30 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.

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). Apr 2, 8 p.m., Apr 4, 8 p.m., Apr 9, 8 p.m., Apr 16, 8 p.m., Apr 23, 8 p.m. Apr 24, 8 p.m. The Hitmen (Live Music) Brash local electric blues trio featuring Maggie Evans and Mark Cordray of Silver Lining on bass and drums (covers & originals). 8 p.m.

WG’s The Tenderloin Trio (Live Music) Local act playing hillbilly jazz, Old-Time country, rural blues and string band covers & originals on acoustic guitar and singing saw. 10:30 p.m.

The Wormhole Holy Liars; The Sneaky Hand; Josh Bond (Live Music) High energy, blue

collar guitar rock influenced by the No Depression movement; Groove-oriented indie-rock feat. saxophone; Dark-themed alt.country and hard-edged folk from a locally-based singer/songwriter. 10 p.m.

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SUNDAY

American Legion Post 184 Rick Elvis (Undressed) (Live Music, Other) Locally-based Elvis impersonator, performing without his costume. 4 p.m. 8 p.m.

Aqua Star Restaurant (Westin Harbor Hotel) Ben Tucker & Bob Alberti (Live Music) Veteran Jazz Duo (piano & bass) playing standards 11:30 a.m.

Bahama Bob’s (Pooler) Karaoke (Karaoke) Bernie’s (Tybee) Karaoke w/DJ Levis (Karaoke) 9 p.m.

Bogey’s Five Point Productions’ Karaoke w/Keith (Karaoke) 9 p.m.

Daquiri Island Karaoke (Karaoke) Doc’s Bar Roy & The Circuit Breakers (Live Music) Singer/ guitarist (with sequenced backing) plays pop/rock/soul/ beach hits and 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. Chuck Courtenay (Live Music) Established area acoustic guitarist/singer playing country, Southern rock and pop hits and originals. Apr 2, 7 p.m. Apr 5, 6:30 p.m.

Jazz’d Tapas Bar Ray & Mike from Bottles & Cans (Live Music) Guitar and bass duo of two key members of a popular local roots-rock/houserockin’ blues band (covers & originals). 7 p.m.

Kevin Barry’s Tom O’Carroll (Live Music) Dublin born folklorist/instrumentalist known for his wit and musicality - playing bodhran, acoustic guitar and tin whistle. Apr 1, 8:30 p.m., Apr 2, 8:30 p.m., Apr 3, 8:30 p.m., Apr 4, 8:30 p.m. Apr 5, 8:30 p.m.

McDonough’s Karaoke (Karaoke) -9 p.m.

Murphy’s Law Irish Pub Session (Live Music) Local and regional Irish musicians playing both trad and contemporary Celtic music.

6 p.m. “Hitman Karaoke” (Karaoke) Standard Karaoke hosted by local blues guitarist and singer Brett “Hitman” Bernard. 9 p.m.

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

Red Leg Saloon Karaoke w/Frank Nelson (Karaoke) 9 p.m.

Savannah Smiles “PianoPalooza” (Live Music) Crowd members get a chance to add vocals to their favorite tunes - played live by professional pianists. 8:30 p.m.

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

Tantra Lounge Five Points Productions’ Karaoke (Karaoke) 10 p.m.

The Tailgate Five Points Productions’ Butt Naked Trvia w/Kowboi (Other) Live trivia game. 10:30 p.m.

Trustees Theater SCAD Cinema Circle Spring Film Series: MIDNIGHT COWBOY (Other) Classic ‘70s film that won Academy Awards for Best Picture, Best Director and Best Adapted Screenplay.

3 p.m.

Uncle Bubba’s Oyster House TBA (Live Music) Acoustic Blues, Country, Rock, Bluegrass & Pop acts Vic’s on The River Jimmy James (Live Music) Solo pianist playing standards, Latin and jazz. 12 & 6 p.m., 6 p.m., 6 p.m. 6 p.m. 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. Apr 1, 8 p.m., Apr 5, 8 p.m., Apr 8, 8 p.m., Apr 15, 8 p.m. Apr 29, 8 p.m.

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MONDAY Bayou Cafe Chief (Live Music) Legendary local guitarist/ singer who knows literally thousands of rock, pop, blues and country hits. (covers & originals). -9 p.m.

Blueberry Hill Karaoke (Karaoke) Doubles Lounge Live DJ (DJ) Beach Music Fiddler’s Crab House Keith &

Ross (Live Music) Local roots rock, southern rock and classic rock duo using acoustic guitar and banjo (covers/originals). Apr 6, 10 p.m. Apr 17, 10 p.m.

Hang Fire DJ Kane (DJ) Kevin Barry’s Carroll Brown (Live Music) Charleston-based acoustic Celtic and “Coastal Country” singer-songwriter (covers & originals). Apr 6, 8:30 p.m. Apr 7, 8:30 p.m.

King’s Inn #@*! Karaoke (Karaoke) 9 p.m., 9 p.m., 9 p.m. 9 p.m.

Live Wire Music Hall Open Mic & Recording Session (Live Music) Participants can choose to have their Open Mic set professionally recorded for a $40 fee. 9 p.m.

McDonough’s Karaoke (Karaoke) -9 p.m.

Murphy’s Law Open Mic Night (Live Music) Hosted

by Markus from The Train Wrecks. 10:30 p.m.

Scandals DJ Marty Corley (Karaoke) 9:30 p.m.

Tantra Lounge Swing Dancing Lessons (Other) Just like it says... 10:30 p.m.

Vic’s on The River Jimmy James (Live Music) Solo pianist playing standards, Latin and jazz. 12 & 6 p.m., 6 p.m., 6 p.m. 6 p.m. Jimmy Frushon (Live Music) Solo pianist playing standards, Latin and jazz covers. -noon -7 p.m.

Wet Willie’s Karaoke (Karaoke) 9 p.m.

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Armstrong Atlantic State University AASU Percussion Ensemble and Jazz Combo (Live Music) Concert by this esteemed college musical group in the school s Fine Arts Auditorium - open to the public. 7:30 p.m.

Bay Street Blues Live Trivia (Other) 10 p.m.

Bayou Cafe Chief (Live Music) Legendary local guitarist/ singer who knows literally thousands of rock, pop, blues and country hits. (covers & originals). -9 p.m.

Blaine’s Back Door #@*!

Karaoke (Karaoke) Buffalo’s Cafe Karaoke (Karaoke) 7 p.m.

Fiddler’s Crab House Nancy Witt (Live Music) Solo pianist (standards, showtunes & originals). 6:30 p.m.

Fiddler’s Crab House The Hitmen (Live Music) Brash local electric blues trio featuring

Tuesday

continues from p.30 Maggie Evans and Mark Cordray of Silver Lining on bass and drums (covers & originals). 10 p.m.

Hang Fire Pop Culture Trivia with TTL (Other) 10 p.m.

The Jazz Corner (Hilton Head) The Jazz Corner Quartet feat. Bob Masteller (Live Music) New Orleansstyle “Hot Jazz” (covers & originals). 8 p.m.

Jazz’d Tapas Bar Jeff Beasley (Live Music) Savannah guitarist who doubles on percussion playing swinging R & B, old-time rock and roll and Cajun-tinged Americana (covers & originals). 7 p.m.

Kevin Barry’s Carroll Brown (Live Music) Charleston-based acoustic Celtic and “Coastal Country” singer-songwriter (covers & originals). Apr 6, 8:30 p.m. Apr 7, 8:30 p.m.

Live Wire Music Hall Open Jam Session (Live Music) Geared toward “all musicians”. Sign-up from 8 pm - 9 pm. 9 p.m.

McDonough’s Karaoke (Karaoke) -9 p.m.

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

Roof Top Tavern Open Mic hosted by Markus & Hudson (Live Music) 10:30 p.m.

Saya Lounge DJ Blue Ice (DJ) Spinning “one hit wonders” all night long.

9 p.m.

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WEDNESDAY,

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

Bahama Bob’s (Pooler) Karaoke (Karaoke) Bayou Cafe Chief (Live Music) Legendary local guitarist/singer who knows literally thousands of rock, pop, blues and country hits. (covers & originals). -9 p.m.

The Boathouse TBA (Live Music) 6 p.m.

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

Club 51 Degrees DJ Blue Ice (DJ) The Distillery Open Mic Night hosted by Greg Williams (Live Music) Opportunity for singer/songwriters and small acoustic combos to ply their wares in between sets by a prolific local blues/folk/rock vocalist/guitarist. 8 p.m.

Doubles Lounge DJ Sam Diamond (DJ) Driftaway Cafe Chuck Courtenay (Live Music) Pop, rock and country covers & originals sung and played on acoustic guitar.

7 p.m.

Fiddler’s Crab House Voodoo Soup (Live Music) Local hard-jamming funk/ soul/rock/fusion group with a wide repertoire (feat. members of The Permanent Tourists & Phantom Wingo). Apr 1, 10 p.m., Apr 8, 10 p.m., Apr 15, 10 p.m. Apr 22, 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.

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SMF, this closing day performance by the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra under the direction of Robert Spano has so far seemingly failed to generate the same level of interest and anticipation as the group’s two previous annual appearances at the Festival.

Although advance ticket sales for this show have been picking up, as of press time this high–profile event (the only SMF show to take place in the 2,700–seat Johnny Mercer Theater, since Bonnie Raitt had to drop out of the lineup due to a family emergency) had not sold nearly as many as the ASO did last year at the 1,200-seat Lucas Theatre. While that may be bad for the SMF’s books, it threatens to be even worse for the impression it leaves.

Put simply: wide swaths of empty seats do not a hearty welcome make.

There’s plenty of debate about the root cause of this fairly unexpected turn of events — as the ASO’s prior visits were greeted with almost unmitigated glee and early ticket demand by both the area’s classical stalwarts and fine arts music dabblers who don’t regularly take in shows of this sort. For years now, the SMF has been deluged with requests that they have the ASO play a “Pops Program,” and in a very real sense, this is the closest thing to such a show we’re likely to see under the SMF banner. Yet it appears a good chunk of local classical supporters simply aren’t interested in paying for ambitious programs of this sort (this show features the premiere of a new, specially–commissioned composition by Christopher Theofanidis as well as the great jazz pianist Marcus Roberts and his Trio joining the ASO for Gershwin’s Concerto in F).

Stranger still, some folks are actually grousing that they’ve “seen the ASO already.”

Folks, it’s not like seeing Lee Greenwood, where you know in advance exactly what you’ll get every single time. The ASO is one of America’s finest ensembles, capable of ably interpreting most anything put in front of them. If you’re holding out for a tried–and–true installment of “The Greatest Hits of Classical Music,” consider checking your limited sensibilities for a night, giving something slightly offbeat a chance, and realizing the importance of supporting such a worthwhile booking. Listen & Learn: atlantasymphony.org. $45 – $75 at savannahmusicfestival.org or the SCAD Box Office. Sun., 3 pm, Johnny Mercer Theater (Special Pre–Concert Talk for all ticket–holders at 2 pm) – ALL–AGES.

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It’s rare that so major a talent as Savion Glover graces a market such as ours even once a year, let alone twice.

Yet, this will be the second local appearance by the celebrated tap dancer and choreographer in just a few months (he last appeared in a free show at the Savannah Black Heritage Festival).

Those who may have taken in that last concert should know that this particular show (sponsored by Connect Savannah) is said to feature an entirely different program, featuring Glover’s jazz band The Otherz, plus tappers Marshall Davis Jr. and Maurice Chestnut.

Glover is routinely termed a “genius” by critics who are not wont to offer such praise lightly, and it would appear that if you’re even remotely interested in the history or the evolution of this uniquely American art form, this show is a wondrous opportunity. Listen & Learn: saviongloverproductions.com. $25 – $75 at savannahmusicfestival.org or the SCAD Box Office. Fri., 8 pm, Lucas Theatre – ALL–AGES.

The Josh Maul Blues Band

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While maintaining a somewhat lower profile than other regularly gigging area club and festival acts such as The Eric Culberson Blues Band and Bottles & Cans, guitarist Maul’s group is a versatile, polished and skillfully entertaining outfit that draws on an unusually wide variety of iconic band leaders for musical inspiration.

You’ll hear echoes of the icy sting of Texas gunslinger Albert Collins in Maul’s playing, as well as the more jazz–influenced work of Tab Benoit, the fiery fretwork of Jimi Hendrix and the soulful, blues–rock hybrid of Britain’s Robin Trower. This is an upbeat, funky and fun group that deserves wider recognition. Hopefully this unexpected nod by the notoriously picky SMF will earn the power trio some new fans. Listen & Learn: myspace. com/joshmaulbluesband. Thurs., 5:30 pm, City Market Courtyard. Free for ALL–AGES. cs

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Initially a drummer in several punk–oriented bands, she logged time on the Seattle music scene before moving to Chicago and falling in with the Bloodshot Records crowd at the epicenter of that city’s respected roots–rock and Americana community. For some time now, her records and live shows have leaned into an ethereal and bleak realm some have dubbed “country noir,” owing to its ability to evoke the same sort of eerie, distressed moods typically associated with darkly dramatic cinema (think David Lynch or the Coen Bros. at their least loopy).

In an amazing testament to her growing popularity even in more mainstream circles, Case’s latest album, Middle Cyclone (released earlier this month) debuted at #3 on the Billboard charts in its first week — her first entry into the U.S. Top Ten. Opening the show will be Crooked Fingers, a Colorado–based indie–rock band with a somewhat rotating lineup that is led by Eric Bachmann, whom some may remember as one of the driving creative forces behind ‘90s underground heroes Archers of Loaf.

That Chapel Hill, N.C., band enjoyed significant college radio airplay, mostly for their ‘94 effort Icky Mettle.

At press time, this show was almost sold out... Listen & Learn: nekocase. com, crookedfingers.com. $20 – $30 at savannahmusicfestival.org or the SCAD Box Office. Fri., 8 pm, Trustees Theater – ALL–AGES.

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‘I love coming up with surprises’

Banjo genius Béla Fleck brings The Africa Project to the Trustees Theater

by Jim Reed | jim.r@connectsavannah.com

One of the coolest “gets” by this year’s Savannah Music Festival must surely be Saturday night’s exceedingly rare chance to catch the genre–hopping master banjoist Béla Fleck joined by four of the most revered traditional African musicians alive today for an evening of multi–cultural string and percussion music.

A repeat attraction at the SMF, Fleck is a musician’s musician who has reportedly been nominated in more different Grammy Award categories than any other performer in history (he’s also taken home ten of those shiny statues). Whether appearing worldwide with his longtime band The Flecktones,

or collaborating with a staggeringly diverse —and ever increasing— group of A–List players from the worlds of rock, folk, funk, blues, jazz, country, bluegrass, soul, jam, world–beat and classical, Fleck is an omnivorous picker and gregarious showman whose passion for testing the boundaries of his chosen instrument is permanently on display.

His brand–new CD Throw Down Your Heart is a companion piece to the recently completed film of the same name, which documents Fleck’s travels across Africa in search of the little– known roots of the banjo. Along the way, he met, befriended and recorded traditional African music with some of that continent’s top players, some of whom are accompanying him on this short U.S. tour.

I spoke with Béla by phone just before the launch of the tour. Our full interview can be found at connectsavannah.com.

What is it that keeps bringing you back to this particular festival?

Béla Fleck: Oh, it’s exactly the kind of festival I like to be a part of, because it embraces all different types of music.

That’s a beautiful thing. I embrace all kinds of music in my life as well, so I feel like I really fit into diverse festivals such as this one.

As someone who plays all over the world, how would you describe the atmosphere of the SMF from the point of view of an artist? Are there aspects that seem completely unique to it?

Béla Fleck: Well, I think there is a laid–back quality and some of the character of the town itself in the Festival.

When you play different festivals, it’s kind of hard to separate the location from everything else. When you play Telluride, you’re in those beautiful mountains. When you’re in Savannah, it has a sleepy feel to it that I think makes people very comfortable performing. I actually think that I do better when I’m playing in that kind of an environment.

Your official bio describes this new record as some of the most “meaningful music of your career.”

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How long ago did the idea of travelling to Africa to pursue this education originate â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and was there any particular turning point that actually led you to make good on this pursuit?

BĂŠla Fleck: Good question. I canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t tell you exactly when I first thought about it, but Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d known since the earliest days of my career that the banjo came from Africa , and I always wondered if anyone over there still played it. When The Flecktones all decided mutually to take a year off, I suddenly realized I actually had the opportunity to come up with something really big to do. A real high jump, you know? And it hit me that the thing Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d always wanted to do was go to Africa and record over there. I wanted a great adventure, so we went.

Do you recall how you felt when you first arrived in Africa to begin this project, with cameras in tow?

BĂŠla Fleck: I was very hot and petrified.

Are you pleased with the final results?

BĂŠla Fleck: Yeah! I love the film and the album. And theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re quite different.

There are things in each that are not in the other. We came back with about 250 hours of film and 40 pieces of music that weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d recorded.

Did your reputation as a musician and songwriter precede you over there?

BĂŠla Fleck: When you win Grammys, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s kind of hard to put your finger on what that means and how it might help you in life. But this was one of those moments. Theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d say â&#x20AC;&#x153;whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bela Fleck?â&#x20AC;? and be told, well, he has eight Grammys â&#x20AC;&#x201D;or however many it wasâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; and they showed up with some sort of respect for that. But they didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know anything of my music. I think they had a sense that I was coming from an OK place on a personal level. Because I was trying so hard to get their music right.

They probably found me as interesting and exotic as I found them.

Looking back, what was the single biggest surprise you received during your

BĂŠla Fleck: You know, thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s this one element that I wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t expecting. I want to say this in a way that is correct and appropriate. As a white man in the U.S., thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a dynamic between white people and black people here due to the fact that black people were once slaves here.

Even though I have black friends who are some of my very closest friends, there is a kind of underlying guilt that I have. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m not saying this is rational, but I realize that itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s there. What surprised me was that in Africa, that feeling was completely gone. I simply had no such feelings, and I couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t tell you if that was because of me or the people over there. I didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t realize how much of that was affecting me until I got there. I wouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t make too much out of this, but it is an interesting emotional side note to the whole experience.

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That drives you?

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Keeping himself composed

Atlanta Symphony Orchestra debuts new work by Christopher Theofanidis

by Jim Morekis | jim@connectsavannah.com

When most people think of a “composer,” they think of a dead European dude with a powdered wig. Texas–born, Yale–educated, 41–year–old Christopher Theofanidis is none of those, but he is one of the most prolific young composers in America today.

He’s written new works for a diverse range of ensembles, from the Orpheus Chamber Orchestra to the Brooklyn Philharmonic to the American Ballet Theatre. But one of his most fruitful relationships has been with the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra and its music director and conductor, Robert Spano.

Spano has commissioned numerous works from Theofanidis, including the one the ASO performs this Sunday at the Johnny Mercer Theatre. Titled simply “Symphony,” the work is the first part of a double bill which includes pianist Marcus Roberts soloing on George Gershwin’s Concerto in F. We spoke with Theofanidis, who speaks pre–concert, recently by phone.

Tell us how this new work came to be.

Chris Theofanidis: I’ve got a relationship with Robert Spano that goes back to about 2000. Something that’s amazing about him is he really has your longer-term interests at heart. I’ve done other pieces for him and he thought the symphony would be a nice next step.

He suggested something larger scale for orchestra, but as usual for him he doesn’t put any restrictions on anything.

I knew I wanted to do something about 30 minutes long, and this is 35, in four movements, and that makes it have a real symphony feel.

Classical music audiences tend to want the hits, while musicians appreciate playing something new. True?

Chris Theofanidis: I think so. Each orchestra has its own inner psychology.

Atlanta partially because Robert Spano has been so interested in having new works be part of their performances.

And he’s very careful he doesn’t program music that will alienate audiences.

He does other things, like having videos with composers talking about the pieces, very audience–friendly things.

for fear of commercialization. Now if you look at the survey of film composers, most come from the concert world.

Major figures are actively involved in writing film music as much as concert music. That’s great for all of us.

I grew up in a nation that itself grew up with a lot of visual stimulation, so I’m sure that it’s in my psyche. It often occurs to me that something might have a visual feeling to it. I’m not trying to create a soundtrack to an imagined visual story, but at the same time, some people have said my music has that kind of quality to it.

And it is a real specific kind of talent.

Not every concert musician can do film at all. You have to have a great sense of when to get out of the way and when to surge, and that kind of thing. And to be able to do it in a ten-second clip is really tough. I’m full of admiration for everyone who goes in that direction.

Your music is indeed very accessible. Is this by plan, or is it just how you write?

Chris Theofanidis: It’s just the way I write it. Every composer’s an audience member. They want to write something they want to hear, and that’s where it starts from for the most part. A lot of those choices come from very deep feelings about harmony and melody and those feelings hopefully come out in the music.

The ASO maintains a great reputation despite the South not being where most people expect a world–class orchestra to be. Is this largely due to Spano, or more of an institutional thing?

Chris Theofanidis: Atlanta’s always had a great history and certain things they’ve done have really popped out on the national stage, like their amazing chorus with Robert Shaw. But their music directors have always had a lot of stature. What Robert Spano particularly brings to it is kind of, “Let’s try this, let’s see if it works.” That’s an invaluable thing, particularly with an institution as conservative as a symphony orchestra.

He has a genuine curiosity and a playful spirit.

Have you ever been really sorry to have a new work performed by a particular conductor?

Chris Theofanidis: That can definitely happen. Many years ago I heard an account of some New York musicians saying why Leonard Bernstein was such a great conductor. And they said, “Because he trusted us.” Meaning that he didn’t get in the way of things that they really had brought to the table.

I have had conductors who almost bullied their way into the piece. They’ve gotten involved in very basic decisions that shouldn’t have been part of their domain. That’s a difficult situation

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because the conductor is the person the composer deals with. If that relationship isn’t good, you’re in trouble. I’ve had experiences where conductors have been interested in having things changed.

That’s where I feel very uncomfortable.

That should be left to the composer.

Robert, he actually composes. He doesn’t like to admit it, but he’s got an amazing composition mind. He’s a great resource. This piece is something he gave two reading sessions for. We had a reading of the first part in January and actually this week we’ll have a reading session in Atlanta for the remaining part. That’s just a huge help. It’s almost unheard of, really, there are very few orchestras that will do that.

Sort of like a theatre workshop.

Chris Theofanidis: Exactly, except in the orchestral world you almost never get that opportunity.

Film is now a huge driver of orchestral composition . How much have film scores influenced you as a composer?

Chris Theofanidis: There’s been a real shift. It used to be that concert composers were afraid to go in that direction

What advice would you give for the gifted musician who maybe doesn’t want to be a conductor or schlep from audition to audition, but instead wants to be first and foremost a composer?

Chris Theofanidis: The main thing every student has to figure out for themselves is what they actually love in music. Eventually that becomes your voice, your style, your synthesis of all those things you love. Conversely, you want to figure out why you don’t like the things that don’t work for you.

The career side is a lot more tricky.

Meeting Robert Spano, for example, was a huge thing, and it was almost a coincidence. It was a very happy moment that I had very little to do with (laughs). Sometimes you can’t make these things happen. CS Atlanta Symphony Orchestra Under the direction of Robert Spano, the ASO performs Christopher Theofanidis’s “Symphony” and Marcus Roberts solos on George Gershwin’s Concerto in F. When: 3 p.m. April 5, Theofanidis speaks at pre-concert talk at 2 p.m.

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Athens favorite Don Chambers comes to Live Wire

by Chris Hassiotis

Don Chambers’ tunes are lyric–driven, dark and evocative, conjuring Southern gothic myths. They’re wrought of a web of familial woe and backwoods imagery, with a strong undercurrent of spooky religious portent.

Currently a longtime resident of the fertile Athens, Ga., music scene, Chambers grew up across the South Carolina border a member of a fundamentalist Plymouth Brethren church. Women and wolves inhabit his songs, moons and miracles provide local color.

But Chambers isn’t some hokey cultural tourist exploiting stereotypes; his lyrics boast a heavy literate bent, and his attention to detail enriches and personalizes. His recent album Zebulon is his third with his backing band GOAT, and it straddles the raucous, impassioned backwoods rock that they can unleash and the quieter, more reflective, banjo–driven tunes Chambers featured on his 2001 debut solo album Back in the Woods. There’s a little Johnny Cash and a little Sparklehorse alongside the Hank Williams and 16 Horsepower in Chambers’ music, and with Zebulon and some upcoming touring, his songs could find a wider and well–deserved

audience.

Words are important to Chambers, and he says they’re the primary focus of his writing. He recently spent some time in Berlin, where he developed the habit of setting aside a few hours a day to just swing that hammer.

“I tend to be pretty wordy. I like a lot of words. You know, I love Dylan, and ‘Visions of Johanna’ is great. But I was really interested in boiling things down,” Chambers says of the songs on Zebulon, which are more lyrically sparse and to–the–point than some of this past work. “I give a lot of thought to words and generally for me the music comes after that, or they come at the same time.”

Zebulon was released last September on WARM Electronic Recordings, the Athens label with a penchant for the Southern gothic and the sepia toned, situating Chambers alongside labelmates like Liz Durrett, Phosphorescent

and Azure Ray –– other artists with a talent for evocative lyrics, which Chambers says are the result of long hours of work.

“I don’t wait for inspiration –– I believe in doing the work,” says Chambers. “And if something comes off as inspired, it’s because I spent six months doing a bunch of stuff that was complete crap. It’s like making shoes –– you get better at making shoes the more you

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Patterson Hood, the Drive–By Truckers songwriter and frontman, is a longtime Chambers collaborator, friend and advisor; he produced some of the more fiery, swaggering tracks on Zebulon.

Chambers and his backing band just wrapped a series of opening dates for the Drive–By Truckers.

Touring is a matter of chipping away and persevering until connecting with an audience –– the idiosyncratic yet accessible tunes off Zebulon have the capacity to, put in front of the right ears, do that. It’s the same as Chambers’ workhorse approach to songwriting.

“It’s like exercise,” he says, and brings that to the stage in a solo show this week, with Athens hard–rockers Mother Jackson opening.

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Everyone likes to call Savannah an “art town.” But how artistic is it, really?

Citing what they see as a serious gap in the local arts community, two Savannah-based artists have organized an ambitious, very inclusive event that they hope will foster communication among what they say is a local scene working under its potential.

The event, TASTE, happens this Saturday at M.E.A.T. (Meddin Emerging Artists Theatre) on Louisville Road in West Savannah.

“We thought Savannah needed a big art show that’s maybe more urban than what the Telfair puts on,” says organizer Rachel Raab, who founded TASTE along with Joshua Branstetter. “There are so many artists here, with SCAD and everything else, but it seems like

nobody’s working together doing what should be done.”

No mere compendium of wistful Spanish moss landscapes or seagulls– in–acrylic, TASTE features three live bands and five DJs to go along with the 32 local and regional artists represented, including Joey Varas, Matt Hebermehl, Christopher Bivens. Performers include Dope Sandwich and Kurtis and Kody.

There’s even a fashion show.

“People can expect a little bit of everything,” says Raab. “Sales is important to artists, but this is more of like a network — bringing everybody together, meeting other people.”

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If all goes well, Raab says she and Branstetter hope to put another edition of TASTE on in September.

“We want to have it so that every few months, there’s this Warped Tour–style event bringing people together,” says Raab.

Raab came here by way of Orlando, where “there’s always something going on, and a lot of people are involved in something art–related and music–related. It seems like that hasn’t really

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“It blows my mind with all the artists here. There are gallery hops, sure, but that’s just related to SCAD and what they do. We’re trying to pull everybody together.” cs TASTE When: April 4, 3 p.m.–3 a.m.

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All hams on deck Murder Afloat readies 20th season

by Linda Sickler | linda@connectsavannah.com

Jack North knew he had a good idea back in 1990, but he never dreamed his interactive murder mystery show, Murder Afloat, would still be sailing strong 20 years later.

“In the late 1980s, I was doing a show at City Lights Theater,” North says.

“One of the other actors told me about an interactive murder mystery show on Hilton Head. I auditioned and was cast.

“Though I’d done dozens of shows at both City Lights and the Savannah Theater Company, I had never experienced interactive theater before,” he says.

“After doing a few shows for that company, I tried to convince the producer/director to bring the show to Savannah and perform it on the Cap’n Sam riverboat. They didn’t really have an interest in doing that, so in 1990 I did it myself.”

North had never written a mystery before, but he scripted a show. “I cast a few actors I had worked with in various shows, and convinced the staff at Cap’n Sam to let us do a few public shows through the summer to see how it would go over,” he says.

The following year, Murder Afloat became a weekly attraction. “Over 20 years, as various other riverboat companies came and went, we managed to become a fixture on River Street,” North says.

“In 1998, we began our current 13–year run with the River Street Riverboat Company,” he says. “Thursday nights were chosen only because they were slow for the riverboat.

“We all worried how a Thursday night show at such an odd time (9:30 p.m.) would fare,” North says. “It’s turned out to be one of the most popular cruises offered by the River Street Riverboat Company.”

There isn’t a theater producer alive who wouldn’t envy such a record, but Murder Afloat isn’t your regular play.

“It’s a scripted show, but the actors do not perform on a stage,” North says.

“Instead, we blend in with the audience and perform scenes amongst them. You won’t see such hackneyed stereotypes like the rich dowager with a feather boa

and cigarette holder, or a big game hunter with a rifle and pith helmet.”

North says he “really, really, really” hates those kinds of shows.

“I’ve seen ‘em in big markets and in small ones,” he says. “They’re very sophomoric. They’re like the closing night amateur skits performed by camp counselors at summer camp.”

The actors walk onto the riverboat along with the passengers. “Often a scene or two goes by before the audience is even aware that the conversations or situations taking place right next to them are part of the show,” North says.

“This is not a show you sit and watch,” he says. “As characters move about the boat, the audience is encouraged to follow and even ask questions, preferably between scenes.”

Anyone who’s ever performed knows that not every audience member behaves. “Inevitably, there are times when an audience member will simply begin interrogations while a scripted scene is taking place between two or more characters,” North says. “The actors must deal with this interruption just as they would in real life, addressing the audience member, then returning to the script.”

The show is a little different each time. “Though it is scripted, with the same plot through the season, the reactions from the audience may differ from week to week,” North says. “The story line and characters change from year to year.”

In previous shows, there were seven actors in the cast, but this year’s cast has just five characters. “Our cast includes relatively new additions who made their debuts last season and veterans of 10 or 12 years,” North says.

Murder Afloat has changed over the years. “I feel I’ve become a better writer

The Murder Afloat cast on set

over the 20 years, though that’s subjective, of course,” North says.

“The biggest challenge has always been to present a murder in front of a hundred people, and still keep it a mystery. Authors who write mainstream mystery books, movies or stage plays have it a bit easier in this regard.

“Usually, the only people present during the crime are the victim and the culprit,” North says. “In a book, for example, a body is found, then a detective is brought in to systematically uncover clues while the reader tries to piece together the mystery.

“In our show, the audience gets to see the murder, more or less,” he says.

“Sometimes it’s not obvious how the victim was done in. Other times, there is an obvious bullet or knife wound. But things are not always what they seem.

“This is the hardest part of writing the scripts for Murder Afloat,” North says. “I find the interesting characters and funny dialogue fairly easy to write.”

Sometimes funny things happen that aren’t in the script. “Without a doubt, the strangest occurrence was a night many years ago,” North says. “Every week I could count on some audience member coming up to me and saying something like ‘Hey, I think so–and–so is gonna end up in the river!’

“Well, one night, one of the actors came up to me and pulled me aside to tell me someone was actually in the river! Sure enough, when I looked over the railing, there was someone swimming toward the boat while we were sailing under the bridge.

“We made an announcement over the P.A. system that we were stopping the show to pick up the swimmer,”

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to theatrical productions, you’re awed by the actors in the show,” Chodkiewicz says. “In this, the audience is in and amongst us the whole time, taking pictures with us and talking to us. I’ve always thought that’s the neatest part of it.”

Actor Steve Smith also is a long–time cast member. “A space came open one year, and I got the opportunity to read for Jack,” Smith says.

“Jack writes a tremendous script every year,” Smith says. “We all do it because we like working together and it’s a lot of fun. It’s not a huge commitment, but it is a great time.”

Smith also likes audiences of Girl Scouts because they’re always enthusiastic. “The best audiences are people who get into the story line and talk to us and are committed to figuring out the crime,” he says. “The more people get involved, the more they get back from the actors and it ends up being a lot of fun.

“It’s like a big game people are playing,” Smith says. “They leave after having an absolute blast.”

Some audience members interject themselves a little too much. “There are ways you can subtly encourage them to listen,” Smith says. “We as actors have to be able to interact if someone does interject into the scene.

“But most realize when it’s a scene and just watch and take notes,” he says.

“Later, they come up to the character and say ‘Why did you say that?’ As an actor, I’m required to be constantly aware.”

Actors also must keep track of the time and extricate themselves from a situation when they’re supposed to be somewhere else. Smith says it’s not unusual to find himself in the midst of 15 Girl Scouts who are all asking questions. “It’s their mission to solve this thing, and they come in by the groups,” he says.

“It’s just an absolutely fantastic time,” Smith says. “I don’t think I’ve ever seen anyone who had a bad time. I’ve never had a bad time.” cs

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North says.

“As we pulled alongside the hapless soul so the boat crew could rescue the young man, dozens of audience members crowded around the rail shouting questions to him as if he were one of the characters in the show. ‘Did Buster throw you in the river?’ ‘Are you following Maggie?’”

Turns out the guy was inebriated and had jumped into the river to elude a jealous rival. “We tried to convince everyone that this person was not part of the show,” North says. “Even after returning the swimmer to the police at the dock, resuming our excursion down the river, and making another P.A. announcement that the show was now resuming, we failed to convince some audience members that this mysterious stranger was not in on the murder.”

The show is changed every year.

Because it is so popular, people want to come back. “Some families have returned for several years, even planning their visits to Savannah to include a Thursday night,” North says.

The cast rehearses during the month of March. “Once the season begins, we have only ‘line–throughs,’ which are not full rehearsals, but simply a quick recitation of the dialogue, just to refresh our memories, since the show runs only once per week,” North says.

Alison Greer Chodkiewicz became involved with Murder Afloat after doing community theater with North.

“To me, it’s kind of like Thanksgiving and Christmas, with all the fun without the stress of buying presents,” she says.

“It’s the fun of theater without the stress of a full–fledged show and all the lines to memorize,” Chodkiewicz says.

“It’s as much if not more fun for us actors than it is for the people who come to watch it.”

Each audience is different, Chodkiewicz says. “There are some who come who really aren’t interested in participating, then there are others who sometimes get accused of being the killer because they’re so involved in the show people think they are in it,” she says.

Some things affect Murder Afloat that would never affect a production in a theater. “It can be a little tricky at times with inclement weather,” Chodkiewicz says. “But I don’t know of any time it’s canceled because of weather.”

More tourists than locals see the shows, although there are plenty of locals who love Murder Afloat, Chodkiewicz says. Groups of Girl Scouts attend, and are among the best audiences.

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Unfortunately, Monsters vs. Aliens doesn’t come close to fulfilling what appeared to be its lot in (cinematic) life. The title itself points out the film’s failing. The monsters, here reconfigured as the good guys, are all based on creatures found in classic sci–fi romps of the 1950s. Sweet Susan (Reese Witherspoon), a bride–to–be who gets super–sized (hence her new name of Ginormica), is a nod to Attack of the 50 Foot Woman; the gelatinous mound B.O.B. (Seth Rogen) is based on The Blob; Dr. Cockroach (Hugh Laurie) obviously parodies The Fly; the amphibious Missing Link (Will Arnett) is an offshoot of Creature from the Black Lagoon; and the silent Insectosaurus seems patterned on the behemoths once found stomping around Japan (Mothra, Godzilla, etc.). Amusing, but what of the alien half of the equation? Where’s the savory mix that would pay homage to the E.T.s found in The Thing (from Another World), The Day the Earth Stood Still, This Island Earth –– heck, even The Monolith Monsters? Instead, we get one tiresome extraterrestrial megalomaniac (Rainn Wilson), a clear indication that inspiration ran out long before this promising premise was saturated.

The film’s visual scheme is inventive, and parents seeking kid–friendly life lessons should appreciate its message. But for a movie that had the potential to knock the genre out of this world, the pleasant but predictable Monsters vs. Aliens remains too earthbound for its own good.

Our multiplexes need another period coming–of–age flick about as much as the nation needs another banking industry bailout, yet Adventureland proves to be a modest surprise. For that, thank the efforts of a talented ensemble and a screenplay that mostly steers clear of the usual gross–out gags that have come to define this sub–genre in modern times.

Jesse Eisenberg, who appears to be a Michael Cera wannabe until you remember that he’s been around as long as the Juno actor (and more prominently in the early years, thanks to key roles in Roger Dodger and The Squid and the Whale), stars as James, whose best–laid plans to attend grad school are dismantled by a sudden lack of funds. Bummed, he’s forced to take a minimum–wage job working the game booths at the Pittsburgh amusement park Wonderland. He spends an exorbitant amount of time smoking pot and goofing around with his co–workers, but what really makes the gig endurable is his burgeoning relationship with a fellow employee, the pretty if often moody Em (Twilight’s Kristen Stewart). What James doesn’t know, however, is that Em is involved with the park’s older, married handyman (Ryan Reynolds), a situation that becomes difficult to manage once James and Em start spending more time together. Adventureland was written and directed by Superbad’s Greg Mottola, and he frequently has trouble nailing the 1980s milieu in which the film is set: Some scenes are visually so nondescript that it’s easy to forget the time frame and assume the movie takes place in the here and now. Other bits hammer the 80s connec-

tion home in marvelous fashion –– especially amusing is the fact that Falco’s “Rock Me Amadeus” blares from the park sound system on a continuous loop, much to the increasing irritation of James and his friends.Eisenberg is exemplary as the nerdy intellectual whose sensitivity and demeanor attract rather than repel women –– here’s that rare youth flick where it’s actually believable that the geek gets the girl –– while Stewart again demonstrates her standing as one of our most promising young actresses by ably tackling the script’s most complicated role. The supporting parts are also well–cast, offering familiar character types (flirtatious party girl, vulgar comedian, etc.) yet investing them with enough personality to offset any sense of deja vu. As for Adventureland itself, it’s presented as a second–rate amusement park, certainly not anybody’s idea of a choice spot for a first date. The same, however, cannot be said of the movie, an inviting entertainment that’s clearly worth the admission price.

DUPLICITY Duplicity is a jet–setting romp that proves to be as bright as it is brainy. Writer–director Tony Gilroy, flush from his Michael Clayton success, retains that film’s examination of corporate malfeasance yet replaces the sense of dread with a sense of style.

After all, when a movie showcases a Caribbean hotel where rooms cost $10,000 per night, it’s clear that the protagonists won’t be cut from the same cloth as us po’ folks who have to worry about trifling matters like soaring unemployment rates and obstructionist Republican Congressmen. Indeed,

the movie continues, plot basics become more digestible, and it all pans out with a climactic “gotcha” that should invoke happy memories of The Sting. Granted, as far as screen couples go, Roberts and Owen are no Newman and Redford, but they’re compatible enough to provide Duplicity with the requisite shot of A–list aptitude.

TWO LOVERS Marginally interesting but not exactly successful, this Brooklyn-set drama casts Joaquin Phoenix as Leonard Kraditor, who lives with his parents (Isabella Rossellini and Moni Moshonov) after a failed suicide attempt sparked by a romantic fallout. The folks try to steer Leonard into a relationship with Sandra (Vinessa Shaw), the daughter of a business associate, but even as Leonard tentatively tries to make a go of it with this insecure woman, he finds himself drawn to his new neighbor Michelle (Gwyneth Paltrow), a self-described basketcase who’s having an affair with a married man (Elias Koteas). To his credit, Gray doesn’t try to sugarcoat any

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of the relationships in the picture -- as in real life, lonelyhearts are frequently drawn to people they should probably avoid, and declarations of love are often merely covers for ugly truths. But crucially, Gray and his leading man never make us care for Leonard Kraditor, nor do they find ways of making him interesting. Conversely, Sandra and especially Michelle are also flawed, yet the actresses inhabiting the parts add nuance to their characters’ imperfections. Phoenix, on the other hand, merely seems distracted, as if he was already looking ahead to his new career as the music man.

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Knowing

SCAD Cinema Circle Spring Film Series: Midnight Cowboy

With its plotline involving extraterrestrials, a kid in potential peril, and a man obsessed with uncovering the truth behind unexplained phenomena, this could easily have been tagged Clod Encounters of the Absurd Kind. Sober in its intentions but laughable in its execution, Knowing begins promisingly, as a letter written by a little girl in 1959 finds itself, 50 years later, in the continues on p. 36

SMF: Throw Down Your Heart

What: A special screening of a film about

Bela Fleck on a journey to explore the African roots of the banjo. Proceeds benefit the Boys and Girls Club of Greater Savannah. $35.

When: Wed. April 1, 7 p.m.

Where: Lucas Theatre

Psychotronic Film Society: The Killing of Satan

What: A horror/sci-fi/religious allegory

made in the Philippines that’s so bad it’s enjoyable. Seating begins at 7:30pm. $5.

When: Wed. April 1, 8 p.m.

Where: The Sentient Bean, 13 E. Park Ave.

What: A classic that won Academy

Awards for Best Picture, Best Director and Best Adapted Screenplay. $6-$8.

When: Sun. April 5, 3 p.m.

Where: Trustees Theater

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the leads are played by Julia Roberts and Clive Owen, the sort of high–wattage movie stars so glamorous that it’s easy to believe even their bath tissues are Armani–designed. She’s former CIA agent Claire Stenwick; he’s ex–MI6 operative Ray Koval. Having both left their jobs to take lucrative assignments with rival corporations (the company CEOs are played in amusing fashion by Tom Wilkinson and Paul Giamatti), both Claire and Ray end up pooling their talents in order to swindle both companies and steal the formula for a new cosmetic product that will revolutionize the industry. But as they work overtime to insure they’re always one step ahead of their respective companies’ key personnel (not a dummy among them), Claire and Ray each wonder whether they can really trust the other person.

If there’s a fault with Duplicity, it’s that Gilroy relies far too heavily on fastbacks and flashbacks–within–flashbacks to the point that the first half–hour is often impenetrable –– telling the story in linear fashion would have still produced enough narrative twists to keep audiences happily engaged. Fortunately, as

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hands of John Koestler (Cage), an MIT professor whose wife died in a hotel fire a year earlier and who now must raise his son Caleb (Chandler Canterbury) by himself. Koestler soon figures out that the piece of paper, on which the child scrawled nothing but a lengthy series of numbers, actually foretold all the major disasters of the past five decades. The problem is that three of the prophesied disasters have yet to occur, leaving Koestler in the unenviable position of trying to figure out how to stop large–scale tragedies from taking place.

Meanwhile, a group of shadowy figures spend their time trailing young Caleb; they’re meant to appear menacing, but that’s hard to accomplish when they basically all look like Sting impersonators.

I Love You Man I Love You, Man comes dangerously close to striking out before it even steps up to the plate. First off, the basic premise, about a guy who goes off in search of a male friend to call his own, sounds imbecilic even on paper. Strike one. And then there’s the trailer, which,

continuing an alarming trend these days, is cut in a shrill fashion to make the movie itself seem like a complete waste of time. Strike two. But I Love You, Man avoids striking out by remaining true to its own good–natured core.

Like most films in the Judd Apatow vein (the man himself wasn’t involved with this project, but the principal players are all veterans of his works), it attempts to strike a desirable balance between sweet sincerity and risque raunch. Yet perhaps more than any of the other films (Knocked Up, Superbad, etc.), it frequently pulls back when it reaches the edge of vulgarity. Delivering a performance that should have discerning women of all ages wanting to pinch his cheeks, Paul Rudd stars as Peter Klaven, a nice guy who’s always put his energy into his relationships with women.

Because of this, he doesn’t have a single male friend –– the guy he’s closest to is his gay younger brother (nicely played

by Andy Samberg) –– so after he proposes to his girlfriend Zooey (immensely appealing Rashida Jones) and realizes he has no one to serve as his best man at their wedding, he sets out on a mission

to find an eligible dude. His first few “dates” are disastrous, but he eventually meets Sydney Fife (Jason Segel), who’s his complete opposite: disheveled in appearance, able to converse openly about sex, and completely comfortable in his own guy–skin.

Watchmen Clunky football metaphors are never out of season, so think of director Zack Snyder as the cinematic equivalent of the quarterback who’s clearly no MVP but is just good enough to get his team to the Super Bowl. In bringing (along with co–scripters David Hayter and Alex Tse) the sacred graphic novel by writer Alan Moore and illustrator Dave Gibbons to the big screen, Snyder makes almost all the right plays –– the movie is visually resplendent and remarkably faithful to the source material –– but too often fails to find the heart buried deep within the darkness.

Coraline Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas was actually Henry Selick’s The Nightmare Before Christmas, given that it was the latter who actually directed the film. Here, he displays his mastery again, helming an eye-popping animated extravaganza he adapted from Neil Gaiman’s best-selling book.

Dakota Fanning provides the voice of Coraline, a lonely little girl who discovers an alternate world hidden behind a small door in her family’s new house.

Initially, life does seem more pleasant on the other side -- her alternate parents are hipper, the food is tastier, the entertainment is more dazzling -- but it’s not long before things take a dark turn, and, with the help of a sage black

cat, Coraline soon finds herself fighting for her very soul.

Push Here’s another sci-fi muddle that never breaks out of its geekspeak ghetto.

Set in Hong Kong, the film centers on the Division, a U.S. government branch whose members seek out folks with psychic abilities. These psychics have different powers, which places them into one of several categories: Pushers, Watchers, Movers (but, alas, no Shakers), Bleeders, etc. Nick (Chris Evans), a Mover, has tried to maintain a low profile, but once Cassie (Dakota Fanning), a teenage Watcher, shows up and insists he help her find Kira (stiff Camilla Belle), a Pusher who holds the answer to taking down the Division, all hell breaks loose, as Division agents (led

by Djimon Hounsou) and evil Asian psychics try to take them down.

Taken Taken operates on a very simple premise: Scumbags kidnap Liam Neeson’s daughter; Liam Neeson screws them up good. That’s all the plot needed for this lightning-quick action yarn in which Neeson stars as Bryan Mills, a former CIA operative who took early retirement in order to live close to his teenage daughter Kim (Maggie Grace).

Bryan’s ex-wife (Famke Janssen) approves of their child traveling unsupervised with a friend (Katie Cassidy) to Paris, but the overprotective Bryan only reluctantly signs off. But father knows best af: Within hours of their arrival, the two teens are kidnapped as sex slaves.

The script disappointingly turns Bryan from an ordinary man with specialized skills into a James Bond knockoff. cs

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“Religion & Politics” Sunday, April 5th - 11:15am Holy Week Services: Maundy Thursday Service, April 9, 7pm Good Friday Service of Shadows, April 10, 8pm

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Activism & Politics AMBUCS

is dedicated to creating mobility and independence of the disabled. Meets first and third Monday at noon. Ann Johnson, 897-4818. Hilton Garden Inn Savannah Midtown, 6711 Abercorn St. , Savannah

Coastal Democrats

Contact Maxine Harris at 352-0470 or R1999MHAR@aol.com. Chatham County Democratic Headquarters, 109 W. Victory Dr. , Savannah http://www.chathamdems.com/

League of Women Voters

meets first Monday of the month at 5 p.m. in Room 3, Candler Heart and Lung Building. Must be 18 or older. Candler Heart and Lung Building, 5354 Reynolds Ave. , Savannah http://www.sjchs. 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. Chinatown Buffet, 307 Highway 80 , Garden City

National Council of Negro Women

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

Ralph Mark Gilbert Civil Rights Museum, 460 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. , Savannah http:// www.sip.armstrong.edu/CivilRightsMuseum/ Civilindex.html

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. Johnny Harris Restaurant, 1651 East Victory Drive , Savannah http://www.johnnyharris.com/

Benefits Fashion Fantasia

Savannah Friends of Music will present a silent auction, raffles, a fashion show and luncheon to promote music education for Chatham County students. $50. RSVP by March 30 to 598-8984 or 598-7216. Plantation Club, Skidaway Island ,

Gran Noche de Gala

The AASU Hispanic Outreach & Leadership program and Phi Iota Alpha Fraternity Colony present a scholarship fundraiser with music, hors d-oeuvres and a silent auction. General admission $20, student admission $15. 344.2652.

Armstrong Center Ballroom, 13040 Abercorn Street ,

PURE Yard Sale Donations Sought

PURE Community Photography of Savannah, Inc., is seeking donated items – furniture, kitchen & household items, books, clothing, etc. – for a benefit yard sale to be held Saturday, April 18. Contact Kathleen Thomas, PURE founder and president for drop-off location. 695-7637, puredarkroom@gmail.com, bwpure.com.

Call for Entries MTV Casting Call

MTV is looking for “extremely Southern” families to feature in an upcoming reality TV show. Sirens Media in Washington, DC is casting this new series for MTV and wants to know why America would love to watch your Southern

family on TV. Please send an email describing your family, a family photo, and your contact information to: Jenny at Sirens Media For MTV at famcasting@gmail.com.

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. Mansion on Forsyth Park, 700 Drayton Street , Savannah http://www. mansiononforsythpark.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 , Savannah http://www.savstate. edu/

African Dance & Drum

Learn the rhythms of West Africa with instructor Aisha Rivers.

Classes are held every Sunday - drums at 4pm, dance at 5pm at 607 W. 37th St. $10/class. ayoluwa.org, 844-2582. Rhythms of West Africa, 607 W. 37th St. , Savannah

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. Classes, 5225 Skidaway Rd. , Savannah

Artist’s Way Workshop

Explore your creativity Tuesdays 5-6:30pm in a 12-week program. Ongoing Enrollment.

236-3660 International Center for Leadership & Coaching, 236-3660 , Savannah http://www. internationalcoach.org/

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 , Savannah http://www.beaddreamer.com

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. , Savannah http://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 Car-

men at 826-6263 or 484-1266. Effingham YMCA, 1224 Patriot Dr. , Rincon

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. , Savannah

German Lessons

Individual, conversational, beginning and advanced lessons offered. Easy and fun. 845-7647045. Students talk about different topics which are chosen by the class members. Everybody who likes to train or brush up German is welcome. Meets on Monday from 7-8pm in Downtown Savannah on Park street close to Bull.

Cost is $15. Reduced cost negotiable if you are a student or retired. If you sign up for 10 times you only pay $130. Class for beginners and individual training are available too. Call 845-764-7045 and leave a voice or text message.

Get Clients Now!

Don’t let the recession get you down. Meet with others from all industries, to learn & implement a 28-day marketing program. Tuesdays 7:30-8:30am or 4:30-5:30pm. $25 per week. 1st meeting free. RSVP 912-236-3660. International Center for Leadership & Coaching, 236-3660 , Savannah http://www.internationalcoach.org/

Life Painting Workshop with James Langley

April 17-18, 9am-4pm. $185. Judy Mooney, judymooney@bellsouth.net, 443 9313. The Freight Station, 703 Louisville Rd. , Savannah

Lost Ancient Art of Essential Oils, Aromatherapy and Plant Medicines

will be held at Southern Hemisphere, 41 Habersham St. Donation. meetup.com/SavannahEnergyHealers/. Southern Hemisphere, 41 Habersham St. , Savannah

Mercer University Information Sessions

Sessions on April 3, 4 and 5 are aimed at prospective students for three of its graduate programs - the Professional Master of Business Administration and the Education Specialist in Educational Leadership, which are already offered in Savannah, and the Master of Science in School Counseling, which the university is considering expanding to Savannah. Visit www. mercer.edu for info.

Oatland Island Wildlife Center

Oatland island Wildlife Center has a new name, but still offers 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 Wildlife Center, 711 Sandtown Rd , Savannah http:// www.oatlandisland.org/

Porcelain Painting

Ongoing beginner, intermediate and advanced 4-day class. $250 includes supplies, brushes, porcelain and firing of art. 706-495-6724, www.

GaSeminarsbytheSea.com. Internationally renowned teachers. Tybee Island, Tybee Island , Tybee Island

Puppet Shows

are offered by St. Joseph’s/Candler AfricanAmerican Health Information & Resource Center for schools, day cares, libraries, churches, community events and fairs. Call 447-6605. African-American Health Information & Resource Center, 1910 Abercorn St , Savannah http://www. sjchs.org/1844.cfm

Savannah Conservatory for the Performing Arts

Low cost instruction in a group lesson format.

Classes in drama, dance, percussion, woodwinds, brass, strings, piano, vocals, guitar, visual arts and music theory Tuesdays and Thursdays 5:30, 6:30 or 7:30pm. $60 per quarter. 352-8366, tsaconservatory@bellsouth.net. Salvation Army Community Center, 3000 Bee Rd. , Savannah

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 , Savannah

Savannah Learning Center Spanish Classes

Be bilingual. The center is located at 7160 Hodgson Memorial Dr. Call 272-4579 or 3083561. 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. , Savannah

Spring Break Art Camp

A one-week camp for children ages 5-14 that includes painting, ceramics, metalwork, mixed media and performing arts. Advance registration required. April 6 – 10. 651-6783, S.P.A.C.E., 9 W. Henry Street , http://www.savannahga.gov/arts

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 , Savannah http://www.thestarfishcafe. org/

Summer Art Camps Instructors Needed

The City of Savannah’s Department of Cultural Affairs is accepting applications for visual and performing-art instructors for its Summer Art Camps, June 8-Aug. 28. E-mail an application with a resume and five portfolio images to Lisa Bradley, Visual Arts Coordinator, at lbradley@ savannahga.gov. The deadline is Apr. 17. 6516783. 651-6783, S.P.A.C.E., 9 W. Henry St. , http://www.savannahga.gov/arts

Thinking of Starting a Small Business

is a course offered twice a month atthe Small Business Assistance Center, 111 E. Liberty St. $50 in advance or $60 at the door. 651-3200, www.savannahabdc.org. Small Business Assistance Center, 111 E Liberty Street , Savannah http://www.sbacsav.com/

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 , Tybee Island http://www. tybeemsc.org/

Vocal Classes

The Highest Praise School of the Arts is accepting applicants for the 2009 Vocal Basics Classes.

To register visit overcomingbyfaith.org or call 927-8601 for more info. Overcoming by Faith Ministries, 9700 Middleground Rd. , Savannah

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The Market at Trustees’ Garden

Wednesday 4pm-7pm Saturday 9am-3pm

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. United Way of Coastal Empire, 428 Bull St , Savannah http://www.uwce.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. The Freight Station, 703 Louisville Rd. , Savannah

Wicca 101

An introductory class every Thurday at 7pm at Southern Hemisphere Metaphysical Books, Gifts & More, 41 Habersham St. $15. 2346371. Southern Hemisphere, 41 Habersham St. , Savannah

Clubs & Organizations AASU Sci-Fi Fantasy Club

Weekly

This Week

• Local Organic Farmers Storytelling • Cooking Demos • Local Arts And Crafts Cooking Demo. 5:30 • Live Music The Puppet People • Plants & Herbs • Ponies Every Saturday Merchant Space Now Available

East Broad Street & St. Julian Street (next to Pirates’ House)

For more information contact Maria Castro

912.844.3184

w w w. t r u s t e e s m a r ke t . c o m

This is an official student club of Armstrong Atlantic State University that accepts nonstudents 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. Contact Michael Cordry at cordrym@yahoo.com or visit http://aasuscifi.proboards105.com/index.cgi.

Armstrong Atlantic State University, 11935 Abercorn St. , Savannah http://about.armstrong. edu/Maps/index.html

Bike Night with Mikie

is held every Saturday at 6:30 p.m. at The Red Zone Bar and Grill in Richmond Hill. Half of the proceeds of a 50/50 drawing go to the military for phone cards and other items. The Red Zone Bar and Grill, 3975 Highway 17 , Richmond Hill

Civil Air Patrol

offers aerospace education porgrams and activities for adults and teens ages 12-18. Meets every Thursday from 7-9 p.m. at the Savannah Flying Tiger Composite Squadron behind SITEL in the former Savannah Airport Terminal Building Complex off Dean Forest Road. Visit www.gawg.cap.gov, send e-mail to N303WR@ aol.com, or call Capt. Jim Phillips at 412-4410.

Savannah Flying Tiger Composite Squadron, Savannah International Airport , Savannah

Clean Coast

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

Coastal Bicycle Touring Club of Savannah

Visit www.cbtc.org for meeting schedule and more information. Meetings are held on the first Monday of each month at Tubby’s Tank House restaurant in Thunderbolt at 6:30 p.m.

728-5989. Tubby’s Tank House (Thunderbolt), 2909 River Dr , Thunderbolt

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. to meet other MINI owners and go on motoring adventures together.

Visit coastalminis.com. Starbucks, Victory Drive and Skidaway Road , Savannah

Coffee & Conversation

Held every Tuesday at 8am by Creative Coast as a networking event. http://links.thecreativecoast.org/conversation. Cafe Ambrosia, 202 E. Broughton St. , Savannah

Creative Coast Alliance Ambassadors

meet Tuesday mornings at Cafe Ambrosia, corner of Abercorn and Broughton. Jamie Wolf, jwolf@thecreativecoast.org. Cafe Ambrosia, 202 E. Broughton St. , Savannah

Geechee Sailing Club

meets the second Monday of the month (except for November) at 6:30pm. Open to all interested in boating and related activities. www.geecheesailingclub.org. Tubby’s Tank House (Thunderbolt), 2909 River Dr , Thunderbolt

Historic Savannah Chapter of ABWA

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 6608257. Tubby’s Tank House (Thunderbolt), 2909 River Dr , Thunderbolt

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. , Savannah

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. , Savannah

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 927-2651 or sylviapf@ aol.com. Whitefield United Methodist Church, 728 E. 55th Street , Savannah http://www. whitefieldumc.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 , Savannah http://www. fbcislands.com/

Rogue Phoenix Sci-Fi Fantasy Club

Members of Starfleet International and The Klingon Assault Group meet twice a month, on the first Sunday at 4 pm. at 5429 Laroche Ave. and the third Tuesday at Chen’s Chinese Restaurant at 7:30 p.m. Call 308-2094, email kasak@comcast.net or visit www.roguephoenix.org. Savannah

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

Savannah Art Association

Enjoy classes, informal “playshops” and shows on River Street and area businesses.

Now accepting applications for new members.

232-7731. Senior Citizens Inc., 3025 Bull St. , Savannah

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

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

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 , Savannah http://www.stewart. army.mil/

Savannah Downtown Business Association

The monthly luncheon for April will have Brynn Grant, Executive Director of The Creative Coast Alliance, as its speaker. $20 members, $25 nonmembers. RSVP by April 6 at noon to 660-4718 or administrator@savannahdowntown. com. First City Club, 32 Bull Street ,

Savannah Energy Healers

Metaphysical and spiritual discussions on energy healing work through crystals, plant medicines, aromatherapy and more. Third Tuesday from 7-9 p.m., Southern Hemisphere Metaphysical Books & Gifts, 41 Habersham St. 234-6371. Southern Hemisphere, 41 Habersham St. , Savannah

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. Jaycee Building, 101 Atlas St. , Savannah

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. Ryan’s, Stephenson Ave. , Savannah

Savannah Mustang Club

meets the third Thursday at 6:30 p.m. at J.C. Lewis Ford, 9505 Abercorn St. An open cruisein 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. J.C. Lewis Ford, 9505 Abercorn St. , Savannah

Savannah Sunrise Rotary Club

meets Thursdays from 7:30-8:30 a.m. at the First City Club. First City Club, 32 Bull St , Savannah http://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 , Savannah http:// www.memorialhealth.com/

Savannah Writers Network

meets the second and fourth Tuesdays at 7pm at Books a Million to discuss, share and critique writing of fiction or non-fiction novels, essays or short stories. A meet-and-greet precedss the meeting at 6:30pm. Melissa Sanso, 441-0030.

Books-A-Million, 8108 Abercorn St , Savannah http://www.booksamillion.com/

Small Business Council/SMART Lunch Series

Speaker Curtis Faircloth, President, Add Net Media, Inc., will present, “What Every Small Business Needs to Know When It Comes to

Digital Media.” $10 - RSVP required tp Susan Smith, 644.6434, ssmith@savannahchamber. com, Savannah Morning News Auditorium, 1375 Chatham Parkway ,

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 , Savannah http:// www.caninepalacesavannah.com

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Stitch-N’s

Knitting, spinning and crocheting Monday and Tuesday from 5-8pm and occasional Sunday 24pm at wild fibre, 409 E. Liberty. Jennifer Harey, 238-0514. wild fibre, 409 E. Liberty , Savannah

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. , Savannah http://www.sjchs.org/

The Armstrong Center

The Armstrong Center is available for meetings, seminars, workshops or social events. Classrooms, meeting space, auditorium and 6000square-foot ballroom. 344-2951. Armstrong Atlantic State University, 11935 Abercorn St. , Savannah http://about.armstrong.edu/Maps/index.html

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. Best Western, I-95 and Highway 204 , Savannah

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. Old Tybee School, Tybee Island , Tybee Island

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. , Savannah

Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 671 meets monthly at the American Legion Post 135, 1108 Bull St. Call James Crauswell at 9273356. American Legion, Post 135, 1108 Bull St. , Savannah

Westside Toastmasters Club

Dedicated to helping members improve their public speaking & leadership skills. Meets every Wednesday, 6-7:15pm. Guests welcome. http:// westside.freetoasthost.org Mighty 8th Air Force Museum, Bourne Avenue , Pooler

Dance African Dance & Drum

Learn the rhythms of West Africa with instructor Aisha Rivers.

Classes are held every Sunday - drums at 4pm, dance at 5pm at 607 W. 37th St. $10/class. ayoluwa.org, 844-2582. Rhythms of West Africa, 607 W. 37th St. , Savannah

Basic Ballroom Class

Learn the East Coast Swing and West Coast Swingfrom the Moon River Dancers, Beginners and singles are welcome. $5. 961-9960 for more information. St. Frances Cabrini Church, 11500 Middleground Road ,

Beginners Belly Dance Class

Classes are ongoing and all ages and skill levels welcome. Sunday. 11:40-12:40am. $10 per class, walk-ins welcome. Nicole Edge, kleokatt@gmail. com or 596-0889. Tantra Lounge, 8 East Broughton Street , Savannah

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“Go Digital”--turning over a new page in technology. by matt Jones | Answers on page 44 ©2009 Jonesin’ Crosswords (editor@jonesincrosswords.com) For answers to this puzzle, call: 1-900-226-2800, 99 cents per minute. Must be 18+. Or to bill to your credit card, call: 1-800-655-6548. Reference puzzle #0408.

Across

1 It’s made before blowing 5 Esteem 10 Pirate’s mugful 14 Jai ___ (ball game) 15 “Hello, ___ Be Going!” (Phil Collins album) 16 Charlie Chaplin’s wife O’Neill 17 With 52-across, song for long road trips, after the digital conversion?

20 Get rid of, after the digital conversion?

21 Satan’s equivalent, in Islam 22 He interviewed Obama 23 Waters, in Oaxaca 24 Labor relations class?

27 Airplane speed numbers 29 Auction site that owns Skype 30 With 35-across, Nick Lachey’s former boy band, after the digital conversion?

34 ___ Diego Chicken 35 See 30-across 37 Prefix meaning “height” 38 Do a basic surfing move, after the digital conversion?

40 Actress de Matteo of “Sons of Anarchy” 41 2008 documentary about the national debt 42 Full of spunk 44 Department that creates products, for short 46 Titmouse, e.g.

47 “Grey’s Anatomy” actress Katherine 48 Cat food brand, after the digital conversion?

52 See 17-across 55 Fashion house that released the perfume J’adore 56 Name of fine violin makers 57 Spot in the water 58 “___ McGee” (2006 animated series about a detective with no head, torso or arms) 59 Mascot of Kellogg’s Honey Smacks 60 Financial aid criterion

Down

1 Letter presets used in place of arrows in keyboard-based computer games 2 Tennis Hall-of-Famer Nastase

3 ___-Coburg and Gotha (royal house of Europe) 4 Get the CD started, say 5 Brand that “gets the red out” 6 Acid in proteins 7 Sumptuousness 8 Type of computer port 9 D.D.E.’s command in WWII 10 Started in on lovemaking 11 Rockn___ (2008 U.K. movie) 12 “___ the loneliest number...”

13 Tenacious D bandmate Kyle 18 California’s Santa ___ Valley 19 Hose 23 Twinge 24 Grateful Dead bass guitarist Phil 25 Four-line rhyme scheme 26 Singer-songwriter Aimee 27 Charla’s taller racing partner, on “The Amazing Race: All-Stars” 28 “A Death in the Family” writer James 30 They give people big heads 31 Respiratory disease in 2002 news 32 Rapper who appeared in “Johnny Mnemonic” 33 Look deeper inside?

35 Draw idly 36 Exiting Israeli prime minister Olmert 39 How some Christmas cookies taste 40 Question from an unsure competitor 42 “The Broken American Male: And How to ___” (2008 book) 43 Perry Mason creator ___ Stanley Gardner 44 Reconfigures a mortgage loan, slangily 45 Sony robotic pets 46 Word that partners with “danke” 47 “Today” cohost Kotb 48 Get caught on 49 Florist’s holder 50 Dakota Fanning’s younger sister 51 It goes downhill pretty quickly 53 Like, totally bitchin’ 54 “___ To Fu” (part of the 2008 Damon Albarn project “Monkey: Journey to the West”)

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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 , Thunderbolt

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Come learn the magical art of Belly Dance with instructor Scarlett. Learn hot hip, amazing arms and other dance moves. Hip scarves, veils and bindhis provided. $75 includes both days. Advanced booking required. 398-4776. http://www.fitnessbodybalance.com/

Breffni Academy of Irish Dance

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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 e-mail to Dance@ BreffniAcademy.com. Visit www.IrishDanceClasses.com.. Life Moves Dance Studio, 10747 Ford Ave , Richmond Hill http://lifemovesdancestudio.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 748-0731.

Windsor Forest Recreation Building, Windsor Forest , Savannah

Everybody Can Dance

The Highest Praise School of the Arts presents a workshop every 3rd Saturday at 10am for all ages. Free. 927-8601, overcomingbyfaith.org. Overcoming by Faith Ministries, 9700 Middleground Rd. , Savannah

Flamenco Enthusiasts

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spine & sporT now open DownTown!

We’re on the corner of Whitaker & Oglethorpe

22 w. oglethorpe | 912-443-1400

spInE & spoRt staRs

Physical Therapy | Personal Training | Weight Management

Hours: Mon-THurs 7aM - 8pM Fri 7aM - 6pM

now open in Hinesville 400 n. Main st | 912.368.1078

www.spinesport.org

Downtown • IslanDs RIchmonD hIll • EffIngham

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 , Savannah

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 748-0731. Nassau Woods Recreation Building, Dean Forest Road , Savannah

Islands Dance Academy and the Savannah Danse Theatre

Adult Ballet technique class, Tuesday and Thursday 10-11:30am. $15 a class or $95 for 8 classes. Men’s technique ballet class ages 12 and up, Fridays 4-5:30pm. $15 a class.

Scholarships available. Partnering class Friday 5:30-6:30pm, free for men who take the technique class. Other classes available. 8972102. Islands Dance Academy, 112 Charlotte Rd., Savannah

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 off is your shoes. Classes are held Wendesdays at 7:30pm and on Fridays by request. Private parties available. Space is limited call in advance to make your reservation. $70 per month or $22 per class. Please call for further details 912-224-9667 or visit www.fitnessbodybalance.com. Fitness Body & Balance Personal Training Studio, 2209 Rowland Ave, Suite 2 , Savannah

Savannah Music Festival: ATC Semifinal

The next level begins as singers compete for more than $30,000. $25. 525-5050. Trinity United Methodist Church, 225 W. President St. , http://www.savannahmusicfestival.org/

Savannah Shag Club

offers shag music every Wednesday and Friday at 7 p.m. at American Legion Post 36 on Victory Drive. American Legion Post 36, 2309 E. Victory Dr , Thunderbolt http://www. legion.org/

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 9274784 or 398-8784 or visit www.shagbeachbop. com. Doubles Lounge, 7100 Abercorn Street , Savannah

Swing Dancing by Savannah Swing Catz Free swing dance lesson and dance every Monday, 7:30-8pm, dancing from 8-10pm.

Tantra Lounge 8 E. Broughton St. Free. 2208096, info@SavannahSwingcatz.com. Tantra Lounge, 8 East Broughton Street , Savannah

Swing Dancing by Savannah Swing Catz Free lesson and dance every Monday, 7:308pm lesson, 8-10pm open dancing. Tantra Lounge. 2208096, info@SavannahSwingcatz.com. Tantra Lounge, 8 East Broughton Street , Savannah

The STUDIO

offers Ballet, Pointe, Modern, Jazz, Tap and Contemporary. Now accepting applications.

Ages 7 and up must arrange a placement audition class. Adult Ballet with Karen Burns is Mon.Thurs. at 11 a.m. and Thursday at 5:30 p.m. and Adult Tap with Pat Alley is now signing up. Veronica Niebuhr, 695-9149, www. thestudiosav.com or thestudidosav@aol.com.

The STUDIO, 2805-B Lacy Avenue , Savannah http://www.thestudiosav.com/

Two to Tango - Savannah Tango Group

Learn the dance while having fun Sundays from 1:30-3:30 at the Doris Martine Dance Studio, 7360 Skidaway Rd. $2 per person. Call 925-7416. Doris Martin Dance Studio, 7360 Skidaway Rd , Savannah

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 , Savannah

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 , Savannah http:// www.ssomt.com/

Acupuncture for Health

is available Monday thru Saturday at Hidden Well Acupuncture Center downtown.

Traditional Chinese medical consultations and treatments are available with Fawn Smiley and Nicole Coughlin Ware. 233-9123, www. hiddenwellacupuncturecenter.com or hiddenwellacupuncture@gmail.com. Hidden Well Acupuncture Center, 318 East Huntingdon Street , Savannah

Ashram Savannah Yoga Co Op

Discounted class prices, open studio time and special events. www.ashramsavannah. com. Ashram Savannah, 2424 Drayton St. , Savannah

Belly Dance for Fitness

Every Sunday from 12:50-1:50pm. $10 per classe, walk-ins welcome. Nicole Edge 5960889, kleokatt@gmail.com Tantra Lounge, 8 East Broughton Street , Savannah

Cardiorespiratory Endurence Training

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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 , Pooler

Center for Wellbeing Hatha Yoga classes

are offered Monday and Wednesday from 5:30-6:30 p.m. Pre-register by calling 819-6463.

Candler Heart and Lung Building, 5354 Reynolds Ave. , Savannah http://www.sjchs.org

Crossfit Hyperformance

meets mormings at 6:30am at Crossfit Hyperformance. Visit www.crossfirhyperformance. com. or call Jennifer at 224-0406 or Drew at 541-0530. Crossfit Hyperformance, 904 E 70th Street , Savannah

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 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 912398-4776 or 912-224-9667. www.bodybalance. com. Fitness Body & Balance Personal Training Studio, 2209 Rowland Ave, Suite 2 , Savannah

Fitness Classes at the JEA

Spin, firm it up, yoga, Pilates, water aerobics, Aquasize, senior fitness, Zumba and Krav Maga.

Prices vary. Call for days and times. 355-8111.

Jewish Educational Alliance, 5111 Abercorn St , Savannah http://www.savj.org/

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. Pre-register 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. , Savannah http://www.uusavannah.org

Hip Hop Cardio

Monday and Thursday from 5:30-6:30pm.

Taught by Mahogany. Registration is $40. $20 per month for members and $30 per month for non-members. West Broad Street YMCA, 1110 May St. , Savannah

Kidz Fitness

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. , Savannah http://www.sjchs.org/

Krav Maga –

Israeli Defensive Tactics and Hand-To-Hand Combat taught. Krav Maga is the official system for the Israeli Defense Forces and all the techniques focus on maximum efficiency in real-life conditions. Mon, Tues, Thurs 7:30pm & Tues, Thurs 11:45am. $90/month unlimited classes, discount for students, military, L.E., F.D. 308 7109, roger@ccs-savannah.com. Jewish Educational Alliance, 5111 Abercorn St , Savannah http://www.savj.org/

Ladies Livin Smart fitness club

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 , Savannah http://www.sjchs.org/1844.cfm

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ARIES

(March 21–April 19) There’s plain old everyday lightning, which travels about five miles, and then there are superbolts –– strokes of lightning that are a hundred times stronger than a normal flash and that can travel over 100 miles. In the coming weeks, Aries, your power levels could be more like these superbolts than your usual output.

I suggest you take advantage. Just assume that you’ll be able to shed more light and attract more attention than usual.

TAURUS

(April 20–May 20) When I was 19, I did Outward Bound, a wilderness survival course designed to make a man out of me. For 24 winter days, my team and I camped and traveled through New Hampshire’s White Mountains. Near the end of the ordeal, we were each required to do a three–day “solo” experience, during which time we were left alone with only three things: a sleeping bag, a canvas tarp to use as a partial shelter, and a box of mincemeat. The latter was a concentrated slab of food made of raisins, dried apples, lemon rind, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and dried beef. As I shivered and worried and sang loud songs and battled my own wild thoughts during those challenging but enlightening 72 hours, I grew to savor my odd–tasting delicacy. It kept me sane and grounded. As you prepare for your own rite of passage, Taurus, I suggest you procure the metaphorical equivalent of mincemeat.

GEMINI

(May 21–June 20) As reported in UK’s *Mirror,* South African game warden Alex Larenty made a dramatic display of the trust he engenders among the animals under his care. Sidling up from behind to a full–grown male lion named Jamu, Larenty lightly grasped the beast’s balls and held on for a while. Jamu did not protest. I invite you to attempt the metaphorical equivalent of this brave encounter, Gemini. According to my reading of the omens, you have the power to play with fire –– and I mean “play” in every sense of the word.

CANCER

(June 21–July 22) In his book *When the Impossible Happens,* Stanislav Grof describes

a man named Kurt who was “very unhappy if there were no problems in his life and adversaries against whom to fight.” Kurt didn’t just thrive on crises; he felt uncomfortable if he didn’t have any. In my vision of how your destiny is unfolding, Cancerian, you now have the ability to express a more temperate version of this capacity. What I mean is that you could be highly entertained and resoundingly moved by the dilemmas that come into your vicinity, but without going overboard into obsession. You could embrace the challenges in appreciation for the way they compel you to get smarter, but without clutching them desperately.

LEO

(July 23–Aug. 22) Philosopher Bertrand Russell wasn’t so much interested in the “will to believe.” Rather, he preferred “the will to find out, which is the exact opposite.” Your assignment, Leo, is to try his approach.

Regard it as an experiment that you’ll have fun with. For a few days, refuse to jump to any conclusions whatsoever. Be skeptical of all theories about why things are the way they are. See if you can thrive without clinging to any ideology.

Instead, be bursting with the intention to discover the raw truth, no matter where that leads you, and even if it seems to contradict your rules to live by.

VIRGO

(Aug. 23–Sept. 22) There will be other times when I’ll encourage you to upgrade your relationships with your inner child, your inner mountain–climber, and your inner serpent. Right now I hope you will take some quality time to commune with your inner elder. In my astrological opinion, you especially need the influence of this sage old part of you. He or she doesn’t care overly much about social status, romantic drama, or the obsession of the moment, but is more interested in what provides deep meaning, generates love, and offers the big–picture perspective.

So try this, Virgo: Leap ahead many years in your imagination and tune in to the guidance of the ripe and vibrant wise guy or wise woman you will ultimately become.

LIBRA

(Sept. 23–Oct. 22) The sirens are enticing and wooing and tempting you again. This time they say have a *really* fabulous

deal, even better than before.

They’re sorry, by the way, about the somewhat deceptive advertising they used on the last occasion you came their way. They want to assure you that they’ll never again pull the bait–and–switch routine.

So are you ready to give them another chance? Don’t look to me for advice on what you should do. I’m simply here to report the situation.

Besides, you need a good stiff test of your powers of discernment. Oh, one other thing: To demonstrate their sincerity, the sirens are offering you their first song and dance absolutely free.

SCORPIO

(Oct. 23–Nov. 21) The three tasks I think you should work on in the coming week are among the hardest any human being can attempt. Luckily, you now have an unusually strong aptitude for them, and are likely to receive unexpected assistance if you’re brave enough to plunge ahead. Here they are. 1. Interrupt and overthrow negative trains of thought right in the middle of their flow through your brain.

2. Negotiate partial solutions to complex problems. In other words, do the half–right thing when it’s impossible to do the totally right thing. 3. Understand that in order to graduate from a certain batch of weird karma that has persisted, you must completely accept the situation as it is, acknowledge your role in precipitating and prolonging it, and feel gratitude for all that it has taught you.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22–Dec. 21)

Some Japanese employees receive three days of “heartache leave” per year from the companies they work for. During those times they can recover from sad experiences or romantic reversals. If it were up to me, every company in every country in the world would annually provide workers with the opposite kind of holiday: ten days of “heart–soaring leave.” These would be times devoted to cultivating blessed breakthroughs or celebrating great happiness. If there were such a system in place already, Sagittarius, I bet you’d use some of those heart–soaring days in the coming weeks.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22–Jan. 19

Your symbol for the week is the

Mariana Trench, which is the lowest place on the earth’s surface.

Located underwater in the Pacific Ocean, it’s almost seven miles down –– further below sea level than Mt. Everest is above sea level.

I chose this natural feature for you to play with in your imagination because I’m hoping it will inspire you to explore the extreme depths. The coming days will be an excellent time to get better acquainted with the stuff that’s at the very bottom of your world.

AQUARIUS

(Jan. 20–Feb. 18) Your IQ has crept up beyond its usual level, and may ascend even higher in the coming days. I suspect you’re poised to erupt with a host of sharp insights, and maybe some brilliant analyses or strokes of genius as well. Why? How? It may have to do with the way the planets are massaging your brain chemistry. Or perhaps it’s because you smell freedom, and your libido is boosting your intelligence with the enhancements that only the onset of exhilaration can provide. I recommend that you milk this gift for all it’s worth. Don’t waste time on trivial conquests like polishing off crossword puzzles or acing online personality tests. Try to solve the mystery of the ages, or at least your two knottiest problems.

PISCES

(Feb. 19–March 20) “So I sing to my seeds,” says gardener Leslie Gaydos. “What about it?” Although she sounds a bit defensive about treating her unsprouted kernels like sentient beings, I hope you won’t be in the least apologetic as you carry out your assignment: Serenade your seeds. Bathe them in your tender concern. Infuse them with your intelligent love. Whether your seeds are literal plants or more metaphorical in nature, make it your priority to sweet–talk them and guide them into the next phase of their growth. cs

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Learn Kung Fu Today

The Temple of Martial Arts is a Kung Fu school where men and women of all levels of martial arts experience come together to learn the art of Wing Chun and Tai Chi. SiFu Michael, 4299241, youtube.com “Kung Fu in Savannah.” The Temple of Martial Arts, 407 E Montgomery Cross Rd, Ste B , Savannah

Martial Arts

For ages 7 to adult, taught by S.T. Morgan Wednesday and Friday 5:30-6:30pm and 6:307:30pm. Registration, $40. $20 per month for members and $30 per month for non-members.

West Broad Street YMCA, 1110 May St. , Savannah

Men On Weights

Designed for those who want to work out in a group setting with family and friends. For pricing call 898-7714. Spine & Sport, 22 West Oglethorpe Ave , Savannah

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. , Savannah http://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, 1321 Bull St. Infants must be 6 weeks to 6 months, precrawling. The cost is $13 per class. Multi-class discounts are available. The instructor is Betsy Boyd Strong. Walk-ins are welcome. Call 4416653 or visit www.savannahyoga.com. Savannah Yoga Center, 1321 Bull St , Savannah http://www. savannahyoga.com/

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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. , Savannah http://www.sjchs.org/

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. , Savannah http://www.sjchs.org/

Private Kung Fu Classes

offered at the Temple of Martial Arts, Savannah’sonly Wing Chun and Tai Chi Kung Fu School. SiFu Michael,429-9241, www.youtube. com “Kung Fu in Savannah” . The Temple of Martial Arts, 407 E Montgomery Cross Rd, Ste B , Savannah

Reiki Level II Training

Reiki can assist in healing the emotional, mental, physical and spiritual bodies, increase connection and awareness with the higher self and the universe. Classes are 1-6 pm at Southern Hemisphere, 41 Habersham St. $200.00.

234-6371. Southern Hemisphere, 41 Habersham St. , Savannah

Rolf Method Bodywork

for posture, chronic pain and alignment of body/mind/spirit. Jeannie Kelley, LMT, certified advanced Rolf practitioner. www.islandsomatherapy.com, 843-422-2900. Island Somatherapy, 127 Abercorn Street , Savannah

Salsa Classes

Learn Salsa “Rueda de Casino” style every Wednesday, from 6-7pm Beginner, 7-8pm Intermediate, at the Delaware Recreation Center,

1815 Lincoln St. Grace, 234-6183 or Juan, 3305421. Delaware Recreation Center, 1815 Lincoln St. , Savannah

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 , Savannah http://www.savannahyoga.com/

Tai Chi Classes

St. Joseph’s/Candler Center for Wellbeing offers classes Mondays and Fridays from 10:3011:30 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. , Savannah http://www.sjchs.org

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 , Savannah http://www.thesavannahyogaroom. com/

Turbo Fitness by Mr. Fitness

Gay & Lesbian Community Health Fair

Participants will include St. Joseph/Candler Health Quest Van, Savannah Community Blood Bank, Southside Fire Dept., Norburg Chiropractic, American Diabetes Assoc., Home Health Care and more.

Montgomery Presbyterian Church, Ferguson Avenue at Shipyard Road , http://mpcsavannah. com/

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 , Savannah http://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. Gay AA, 311 E. Macon St. , Savannah

starts April 1 for those who have busy schedules. Designed for weight loss, toning and overall health in less time. Mr.Fitness@youjustask. com, 341-7710.

Georgia Equality Savannah

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.

North Beach, Tybee Island , Tybee Island

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 2243238. First City Network, 307 E Harris St , Savannah http://www.firstcitynetwork.net/

Tybee Island Sunrise Boot Camp

Wing Chun Kung Fu

Effective for everyone, regardless of size, strength or gender. Developed by women, for women, and geared for smaller or weaker individuals to enable themselves to defend against strong or aggressive attackers. Temple of Martial Arts, $75 a month for 12 sessions.

429-9241. youtube.com “Kung Fu in Savannah.”

The Temple of Martial Arts, 407 E Montgomery Cross Rd, Ste B , Savannah

Yoga at the Telfair!

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

Savannah Pride, Inc.

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 , Savannah http://www.firstcitynetwork.net/

Health

will begin Jan. 17. Savannah Yoga Center director Kelley Boyd will guide the class through beginner and intermediate yoga positions while incorporating various aspects of the artwork on display. Bring a yoga mat and towel, and dress appropriately. Saturdays at 9:45am. Drop-ins welcome. $14 per session. 790-8823. Jepson Center for the Arts, 207 York St , Savannah http://www.telfair.org/

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 Cardiovascular Council, 1900 Abercorn St. , Savannah

will begin Jan. 17. Savannah Yoga Center director Kelley Boyd will guide the class through beginner and intermediate yoga positions while incorporating various aspects of the artwork on display. Bring a yoga mat and towel, and dress appropriately. Saturdays at 9:45am. Drop-ins welcome. $14 per session. 790-8823. Jepson Center for the Arts, 207 York St , Savannah http://www.telfair.org/

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 , Savannah

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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 , Savannah http://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. , Savannah http://www.sjchs.org/

Community Cardiovascular Council, Inc.

Community HealthCare Center

Couples Preparation for Childbirth with Yoga & Massage

A two-hour class designed to prepare couples to work as a team in labor and delivery. Bring an exercise ball and mat or towel. Cost $100 per couple. Ann Carroll, ann@aikyayoga.com or 7047650, or Joyce Ann Leaf, 844-2762.

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.

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 , Savannah http://www.savannahspeechandhearing.org/

Free Vision 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. Sam’s Club Optical, 1975 E. Montgomery Cross Rd. , Savannah

HIV/AIDS and STD awareness training

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

Call 231-8727. My Brothaz H.O.M.E., 211 Price St , Savannah http://www.mybrothazhome.org/Welcome.html

Hypnobirthing Childbirth Classes

are being offered at the Family Health and Birth Center in Rincon. To register, call The Birth Connection at 843-683-8750 or e-mail Birththroughlove@yahoo.com. Family Health & Birth Center, 119 Chimney Rd , Rincon http://www. themidwifegroup.com/

Kidney/Pancreas Transplant Clinic

is offered by St. Joseph’s/Candler and Emory.

Patients can receive pre and post-operative care at the clinic rather than travel to Atlanta. Call Karen Traver, R.N. Transplant Coordinator, at 819-8350. Candler Hospital, 5353 Reynolds St. , Savannah http://www.sjchs.org/

La Leche League of Savannah

Mothers wishing to find out more about breastfeeding are invited to attend a meeting on the first Tuesday of every month at 6:30 pm. La Leche League of Savannah is a breastfeeding support group for new and expectant mothers.

La Leche League Leaders of Savannah are also available by phone or email for anyone who needs more information. 897-9261, www.lllusa. org/web/SavannahGA.html. Family Health and Birth Center, 1692 Chatham Parkway , Savannah

Mammograms

St. Joseph’s/Candler will be performing mammograms to screen for breast cancer in its mobile screening unit Feb. 10 at Largo-Tibet Elementary School;Feb. 11 at the Bryan Counth Health Dept., Richmond Hill; and Feb. 17 at SJC Medical Group, Rincon. For appointments, call 819-6800. SJ/C accepts most insurance plans.

Financial assistance is available to women who qualify. Candler Hospital, 5353 Reynolds St. , Savannah http://www.sjchs.org/

Man to Man Prostate Cancer Support Group

meets the second Wednesday of the month at 6pm on the 2nd floor of the Lewis Cancer & Research Pavilion. 355-5196. Nancy N. and J.C. Lewis Cancer & Research Pavilion, 225 Reynolds Ave. , Savannah

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. Small World Therapeutic Massage, 115 Charlotte Dr , Savannah

Memorial Health blood pressure check

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

Memorial Health University Medical Center, 4700 Waters Avenue , Savannah http://www. memorialhealth.com/

Memorial Health CPR training

FitnessOne provides American Heart Association courses each month to certify individuals in infant, child and adult CPR. The cost is $30.

Call 350-4030 or visit www.memorialhealth.com.

Memorial Health University Medical Center, 4700 Waters Avenue , Savannah http://www. memorialhealth.com/

Pregnancy Yoga

Eight week sessions held on Tuesdays from 6-7:15pm. Helps pregnant women prepare for labor and delivery. $100. Ann Carroll, 704-7650 or ann@aikyayoga.com. Office Building, 7116 Hodgson Memorial Dr. ,

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. Candler Hospital, 5353 Reynolds St. , Savannah http://www.sjchs.org/

Team Savannah Wellness

A group dedicated to imrpoving the quality of lives in the Five Pillars of Health: mind, body, family, society and finances. Meets every second and fourth Tuesday at 5:30pm in the meeting room of The Woods Complex on Hodgson Memorial Drive. 656-2952, www.chaienergy@ bellsouth.net. The Woods Complex, Hodgson Memorial Drive , Savannah

Readings & Signings Circle of Sister/Brotherhood Book Club

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

meditation. Mondays 6-7:30pm. 307 E. Harris St. Drop-ins, $14, 8-week package $80. Rev. Fugon Cindy Beach. 429-7265 or cindy@alwaysoptions. com. Mindfulness Meditation, 307 E. Harris St. ,

Live Web-streaming

Attend church from home Sundays at 9 and 11am with Pastor Ricky Temple and Overcoming

by Faith Ministries. Log onto www.overcomingbyfaith.org, click ’Watch Now’. 927-8601. Overcoming by Faith Ministries, 9700 Middleground Rd. , Savannah

Metaphysics For Everyday Self-Mastery

A series of metaphysical/New Thought classes at The Freedom Path Science of Life Center, 619 W 37th St., Mondays 8pm, with Adeeb Shabazz. $10 suggested donation, 1-877-494-8629, www. freedompathonline.org, freedompath@yshoo. com. The Freedom Path Science of Life Center, 619 W 37th St. , Savannah

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 , Savannah http://www.montgomerypresbyterian.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 , Savannah http:// www.wbumc.org/

Nicodemus by Night

An open forum is held every Wednesday at 7 p.m. at 223 E. Gwinnett St. Nicodemus by Night, 223 E. Gwinnett St. , Savannah

Noonday Downtown Bible Study

with Pastor Ricky Temple every Wednesday at noon. Free lunch provided. 927-8601, www. overcomingbyfaith.org. 927-8601 , Savannah Theatre, 222 Bull Street , Savannah http://www. savannahtheatre.com

Psych-K Workshop

Learn a technique through hands-on practice that you can apply to relationships, productivity, prosperity, health, grief and more. Saturday April 4, 9am–4pm and Sunday April 5, 9am–10:30am and 1:15pm–5pm at Unity of Savannah, 2320 Sunset Blvd. $350 or $250 with “bring a buddy” discount. 355-4704, www.unitysavannah.org, http://home.hiwaay.net/~north/ or Marguerite Berrigan at 247-6484. Unity Church of Savannah, 2320 Sunset Blvd , Savannah http://www. unityofsavannah.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 , Savannah http://www.trinitychurch1848.org/

Realizing The God Within

A series of Metaphysical/New Thought classes presented by The Freedom Path Science of Life Center, featuring metaphysical minister and local author Adeeb Shabazz. Mondays at 8pm.

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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 , Savannah http://www.liveoakpl.org/

Religious & Spiritual 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 , Savannah

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. Christ Church, 28 Bull St. ,

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 , Savannah http://www.oglethorpemall.com/

DrUUming Circle

is held the first 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. , Savannah http://www.uusavannah.org

Introduction to (Vipassana) Mindfulness Meditation

An ongoing class for beginners and experienced practitioners that offers a weekly interactive talk on the foundations of the practice of Mindfulness Meditation, followed by a period of

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The Freedom Path Science of Life Center, 619 W 37th St. , Savannah

Stand for Peace

A sllent witness for peace that will be held in Johnson Square the fourth Sunday of every month from 1-2pm until the occupation ends.

Sponsored by the Unitarian Universalist Social Justice and Action Committee. 224-7456, 231-2252, 234-0980, uusavannah.org Johnson Square, Bull & Abercorn Sts. , Savannah

The Savannah Zen Center

Located at 307 E. Harris St. Soto Zen Meditation offered weekday mornings 7:30-8:30am; Tuesday evenings 6-6:30pm with Study Group following from 6:30-7:30pm; Friday evenings from 6-6:30pm. Sundays from 9-10:30am which includes a Dharma talk. Donations accepted.

Rev. Fugon Cindy Beach, 429-7265, cindy@ alwaysoptions.com. The Savannah Zen Center, 307 E. Harris St. , Savannah

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 Beloved Community Church, 707 Harmon St. , Savannah

Unitarian Universalist Church of Savannah

Liberal religious community where different people with different beliefs gather as one faith.

Sunday, 11 am, Troup Square Sanctuary. 2340980, admin@uusavannah.org or www.uusavannah.org. Unitarian Universalist Church of Savannah, 313 Harris St. , Savannah http://www.

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Support Groups

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. Unitarian Universalist Church of Savannah, 313 Harris St. , Savannah http://www. uusavannah.org

Abstinence Program

Unitarian Universalist Men’s Group

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.

Spiritual Tapas offers something different every Saturday at 6:15 p.m.: spiritual movies, discussion groups, guided meditations, great music and all things metaphysical. www.unitysavannah.org Unity Church of Savannah, 2320 Sunset Blvd , Savannah http://www.unityofsavannah. org/

Wicca 101

An introductory class every Thurday at 7pm at Southern Hemisphere Metaphysical Books, Gifts & More, 41 Habersham St. $15. 234-6371.

Southern Hemisphere, 41 Habersham St. , Savannah

Women’s Bible Study

at the Women’s Center of Wesley Community Centers. Call 447-5711 or Wesley Community Center, 1601 Drayton St , Savannah http://www. wesleyctrs-savh.org/

Hope House of Savannah provides support for students between the ages of 13 to 19. Snacks and transportation provided. Call 236-5310.

Hope House of Savannah, 214 E. 34th St. , Savannah

ADD and Behavior Support Group

meets the third Thursday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at the Mindspring Center in the Ranicki Chiropractic Complex, 1147 W. Highway 80 in Pooler. RSVP is requested. Call 748-6463 or frontdesk@mindspringcenter.com. Ranicki Chiropractic Complex, 1147 W. Highway 80 , Pooler

Al Anon Family Groups

A fellowship of relatives and friends of alcoholics meets Monday at 12:30 p.m. and 8 p.m., Wednesday at 1:30 p.m., Thursday at 8 p.m. and Sunday at 8 p.m. at 1501 Eisenhower Dr. and Tuesday at 8 p.m. at Goodwill on Sallie Mood Drive. Call 598-9860 or visit http://al_anon_savannah.freeservers.com. Goodwill Industries, 7220 Sallie Mood Dr. , Savannah

Al-Anon Meetings

Meetings for families and friends of alcoholics are held every Monday at 5:30pm and Saturday at 11am. Melissa, 844-4524. First Presbyterian Church, 520 Washington Ave , Savannah http:// www.fpc.presbychurch.net

Alzheimer’s Association Support Group

meets every second Monday at 10am at the Wilmington Island United Methodist Church, 195 Wilmington Island Rd. Call Tara Redd and Lauren Dutko at 631-0675. Wilmington Island United Methodist Church, 195 Wilmington Island Rd. , Savannah

Alzheimer’s Caregiver’s Support Group

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

Visit www.alzga.org or call 920-2231. Skidaway United Methodist Church, 54 Diamond Causeway , Savannah http://www.siumc.org/

Backus Children’s Hospital Support Group for Parents

who have a seriously ill child receiving treatment on an inpatient or outpatient basis. A case manager facilitates the meetings, and a child life specialist provides an arts and crafts activity Meets once a week. Call Donna at 3505616. Backus Children’s Hospital, 4700 Waters Avenue , Savannah http://www.memorialhealth. com/backus

Backus Children’s Hospital Support Group for Parents of Children with Bleeding

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Disorders

meets the fourth Tuesday of every month at 6:30 p.m. at Memorial Health. Call Mary Lou Cygan at 350-7285. Backus Children’s Hospital, 4700 Waters Avenue , Savannah http://www.memorialhealth.com/backus

Bariatric Surgery Post-Operative Band Support Group

Call 350-3438 or visit bariatrics.memorialhealth.com. Memorial Health University Medical Center, 4700 Waters Avenue , Savannah http:// www.memorialhealth.com/

Bariatric/Gastric Bypass Support Group

for past and potential obesity surgery patients and their families. For information, call Cheryl Brown at 350-3644. Memorial Health University Medical Center, 4700 Waters Avenue , Savannah http://www.memorialhealth.com/

Cancer support group

meets every third Tuesday of the month from 6-7 p.m. at the Nancy N. and J.C. Lewis Cancer & Research Pavilion on Reynolds Street across from Candler Hospital. The group is open to anyone who is living with, through or beyond a diagnosis of cancer. Call 819-3360. Nancy N. and J.C. Lewis Cancer & Research Pavilion, 225 Reynolds Ave. , Savannah

CASA Support Group

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

Children’s Grief Groups

Open, drop-in support groups for children ages 6-17 who have experienced a loss by death.

Meets Tuesdays 6-7pm at Full Circle, a Center for Education and Grief Support, 7212 Seawright Dr. 303-9442. Full Circle Center for Education and Grief Support, 7212 Seawright Dr. , Savannah

Citizens With Retarded Citizens

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

Coastal Empire Polio Survivors Association

meets the fourth Saturday of the month at 10:30 a.m. at the Candler Heart and Lung Building, second floor, Room 2. Call 355-1221 or visit www.coastalempirepoliosurvivors.org. Candler Heart and Lung Building, 5354 Reynolds Ave. , Savannah http://www.sjchs.org cs

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3BR, Den, dining room, living room, CH&A, furnished kitchen, carpet, fenced yard, $750/rent, $500/deposit. 354-1453 116 E. Gaston St. Parlor Fl. 1BR, 1BA, LR, furnished kitchen, hardwood floors, courtyard $995/month.

62 King James Ct. 3BR, 2.5BA, LR, furnished kitchen, dining area/Den combo, patio $995/month.

124 Hidden Lake Cir. 2BR, 2BA, LR/DR combo, furnished kitchen, laundry room, sunroom $925/month.

110 E. Gaston St. 2nd Fl. 1BR, 1BA, LR, DR, furnished kitchen, office, hardwood floors, CH/A $825/month.

1 Flowering Peach 2BR, 2BA, LR/DR combo, furnished kitchen, washer/dryer conn, CH/A, fenced yard $795/month.

1402-1/2 E. 42nd St. 3BR, 1BA, LR, furnished kitchen, fenced yard $700/month.

1107 E. 57th St. 2BR, 1BA, LR, furnished kitchen, washer/dryer connection $585/mo.

1408-1/2 E. 49th St. 1BR, 1BA, LR, furnished kitchen $475/month.

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School bus route- Garden City Elementary, Mercer Middle, Groves High.

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11 Belladona Way 4BR, 2.5BA, LR/DR combo, large den, furnished eat-in kitcen, garage, fenced yard $1495/mo.

26 Full Sweep Dr. Georgetown, Gated: 3BR, 2BA, DR, LR, furnished eat-in kitchen, gated comm. w/pool & tennis $1395/month.

128 Runner Rd. Wilmington Island: 3BR, 2BA, LR, DR, furnished kitchen, garage, bonus room $1350/month.

2505 Wood Ave. Thunderbolt 3BR, 2BA, LR, dining area, furnished kitchen, patio, all electric.

CH/A $1200/month.

2 Gunpowder Ct. 3BR, 2BA, LR/DR combo, furnished eat-in kitchen, bonus room, garage $1100/month.

210 Windsor Rd. 3BR, 2BA, LR, dining area, furnished kitchen, den, game room, office, CH/A, fenced yard $1065/month.

2011 Linnhurst 3BR, 1BA, LR, furnished kitchen, CH&A, W/D connection $800/mo.

1408 E. 49th St. 2BR, 1BA, LR, furnished eat-in kitchen, sunroom, CH/A, hardwood floors $795/month.

401 N .Baldwin Cir. 3BR, 1BA, LR, DR, furnished kitchen, laundry room, carpor t $795/month.

426 Screven Ave. 2BR, 1BA, LR, furnished eat-in kitchen, carport, fresh paint, CH/A $785/month.

639 E. 39th St. 2BR, 2BA, LR, DR, furnished kitchen, sunroom, office, porch, CH/A $775/month.

2216 Capital St. 2BR, 1BA, furnished kitchen, LR, large den, laundry room, workshop $725/month.

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1702 Atlantic Ave (corner of Atlantic and 33d).

912.484.4066 Completely renovated 2BR, 1BA, new kitchen, hardwood floors, CH&A, washer/dryer hookup, References & employment required, 1314 E. 54th Street. $525/rent, $525/deposit. Section 8 welcome to apply.

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Section 8 Accepted 2234 Mason Drive Near Bible Baptist.

Renovated 3BR/2BA, Approx. 1700sqft, LR/DR, eat-in kitchen, den w/fireplace, play room, sun room, carport, large fenced backyard, inside laundry. $1050/month + Dep. $900.

4904 Jasmine Avenue Brick 3BR, 1.5BA w/lots of closets. Formal LR, separate DR, on huge lot, 2,438 Sqft, sunroom, privacy fe n c e. $1,100/month + Dep $900.

503 Lucian Ct. Paradise Park, Brick, total electric.

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2BR, 1.5BA Mobile Home. $525/month plus deposit. Call 234-0548.

Newly renovated home, 3BR/1BA living room dinette, and kitchen CH&A, new windows w/half screens. Floors: carpet and ceramic. Section 8 accepted. $850/month.

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for rent 855 NICE 3BR/1BA HOUSE, Living room, dining room, ex-large kitchen, CH&A. $750 per month, $750/deposit. Please call 912-234-6150.

NICELY FURNISHED APARTMENT on bus line, private entrance, adjoining bathroom, mini-kitchen, phone, cable, internet, washer & dryer. $145/week $522/month.

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Loft-style apt only $570 a month! Convenient southside location. Dishwasher & W/D connections. MOVE IN NOW. Moss Gate Apts., 10600 Abercorn St., 920-8005.

On the Westside off Haslam. RENTAL SPECIAL: 3BR/1BA ceramic tile throughout, central heat/air, total electric.

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2 Bedroom apt. Has bath, dining-room, living-room. $650/month, cable, water, and garbage included.

964-6765 or 656-8985.

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RENT: Duplex 1114 E. 54th 2BR/1BA $550/month plus $550/deposit.

One block off Waters Ave, close to Daffin Park.

RENT: Duplex 1223 E. 53rd 2BR/1BA $475/month plus $475/deposit.

Two blocks off Waters Ave, close to Daffin Park.

CALL ADAM @ 912-234-2726 DAYS/NIGHTS/WEEKENDS Rooms for rent, Southside location, $125/week, No deposit. $125 Moves you In!. Includes utilities, call:272-5396.

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**1 Bedroom apt, deck, nice, utilities included. Near marina. $750/month **ALSO Efficiency, small but nice $625/month.

Call 912-691-2368

for rent 855 TOWNHOME: 1600 Habersham St. between 32nd & 33rd St., Savannah. Thomas Square area. Spacious 2BR/1BA, kitchen and living room. $600/month plus $600/deposit. Virtual tour at www.habershamplace.com. Call Adam @ 234-2726.

TWO 2BR/2BA Condos $800/month each.

Garage Apt., includes utilities $750/month.

4BR/2BA House $1200/month.

3BR/1BA House, Garden City $850/month. Call 658-3584.

TWO & THREE Bedroom Apartments for rent.

Call 912-232-3355.

TYBEE - 2BR/1BA Apt., central-heat/air. Walk to beach, 1 block f ro m A J ’s. $850/month, $850/deposit.

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323-4680 or 507-7916 VICTORIAN DISTRICT: 527 E. Park Ave. Renovated 1900’s house, 3BR/2BA, offstreet parking, central heat/air, deck, washer/dryer & dishwasher. $950/monthly. 912-507-4637.

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Furnished room in quiet area. Includes utilities, television, washer and dryer, stove, refrigerator, high-speed internet, Comcast cable.

Near Gulfstream, I-16 and airport. Shared kitchen and bath.

Call 912-210-0181 or 912-210-0144

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Large, clean, quiet, separate bath, free cable& utilities, CH&A. Verifiable income required. $500/month.

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755 E Waldburg. Free cable, central heat/air.

Call 912-657-0458.

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Central heat/air, cable, telephone service. $400/$500 monthly, $125/security deposit, no lease. Immediate occupancy. Call Mr. Brown: 912-663-2574 or 912-234-9177.

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912-660-9849.

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1997 SILVERADO, Extended cab. AC, CD player, MP3. Excellent condition, well maintained. $5500 OBO. Call 692-1361 or 658-8061.

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2008 Hyosung Cruiser, for sale. V-twin/250cc has 1019 miles, made by United Motors, $4000, negotiable. 656-1887.

KAWASAKI MULE 3010 4x4 Camo, with windshield, wench and lift kit.

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AUTO. 1981 Camaro 350. Drives great, $4000 OBO. Cheri, 912-232-7462

1996 FOUNTAIN 29 SPORT. Twin 225 hp Mercury Optimax engines.

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Includes tandem axle trailer. Call Paul @ A Boaters Paradise 912-925-6311

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‘99 Explorer XLS, moonroof, loaded, non smoker, blue book $5235, asking $3650. Must sell Call 912-441-2150

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CommerCial ProPerty For rent 890 WAREHOUSE OFFICE: 5400 Sq.Ft. $2000/month. Near loop 26, I-16.

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Furnished rooms with washer/dryer, free cable/phone, on busline. $130/weekly, No deposit. 604 E.33rd Street. Call Greg, 912-484-7729

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Voting ends 12 midnight Sunday, April 26, 2009.

NEAR MEMORIAL East Savannah.

Furnished, includes utilities, central heat/air, Comcast cable, high-speed internet, television, washer/dryer.

Hardwood floors, ceramic tile in kitchen and bath. Shared Kitchen & Shared bath.

5 minutes to Memorial Hospital.

Call 912-210-0181.

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WINDSOR FOREST:

Available Now! Spacious 3BR/1BA, LR, DR, family room, washer/dryer connection, central heat/air, new wood floors. No smoking. $929/month plus deposit. Section 8 not accepted.

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