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HAPPENINGS AMONG LOCAL GROUPS, CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS
Rotary Club of Thomasville Meets every Thursday at 12:15 pm at Plaza Restaurant Thomasville Kiwanis Club Meets Friday 1 pm - 2 pm at Plaza Restaurant Albany Golden K Kiwanis Club Meets 10 am - 11 am Wednesday at 2509 Homewood Drive Albany Rotary Club Meets noon Thursday at Doublegate Country Club Dougherty County Rotary Club Meets noon Tuesday at Doublegate Country Club Kiwanis Club of Albany Meets at noon Wednesday at Darton College, Student Union room 252 Contact Roger Marietta at (229) 894-2425 Kiwanis Club of Dougherty County Meets 12:30 pm Monday at Hilton Garden Inn 101 Front Street, Albany Contact David Shivers at (229) 698-4253 Kiwanis Club of Lee County Meets at noon Thursday at Grand Isle Club 270 Grand Isle Drive Contact Gene Goldsmith at (229) 888-7802 American Cherokee Confederacy Accepting members with 1/16 or more of Indian heritage Contact (229) 787-5722 or Contact the tribal office at 619 Pine Cone Road Camellia and Garden Club of Albany formerly the Men’s Garden Club, invites men and woment to join. Meetings are 7 pm on the first Thursday of the month (except July, no meeting) at the Albany Federated Garden Club Building. 808 Fifth Ave. Meetings include program and pot-luck dinner. (Club provides fried chicken and members are encouraged to bring a covered dish.) Visitors and potential members welcome. Contact Jim Warner, club president, at (229) 446-0004
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Albany Every Friday & Saturday Dance VRW-Post 2875, 315 Philema Road Cover at door 229.883.9950 The VFW Post 2785 Holds Dances ON Friday & Sat Nights both start at 8pm. Come out and enjoy good Music by Both bands. Friday Nights Still River Band and Saturday Night it’s, Pure County with good dance Music, Prizes & fun. Cover at door Doors open at 7 Every Friday-Sunday Imagination Theater Showtimes Flint RiverQuarium, 100 Pine Ave $4.50-$6 229.639.2650 Friday: Kings of Baja 1:15 & 4:15; Micro Planet 2:15; Alligator Kingdom 3:15 Saturday: Kings of Baja 1:15 & 4:15; Micro Planet 2:15; Alligator Kingdom 3:15 Sunday: Kings of Baja 1:15 & 4:15; Micro Planet 2:15; Alligator Kingdom 3:15 Every Friday-Saturday
UPCOMING CONCERTS, FESTIVALS AND EVENTS IN SOUTHWEST GEORGIA Wetherbee Planetarium Thronateeska Heritage Center, 100 Roosevelt Ave $3.50 The Wetherbee Planetarium is proud to be considered a valuable educational resource in South Georgia, sharing not just fulldome educational films, but also producing live presentations on a wide variety of astronomy topics. January 19 2015 King Day Celebration Albany Civic Center, 100 Oglethorpe Blvd 4:30 pm Join the Albany and Southwest Georgia community as we honor the great life of Nobel Prize Winning Civil Rights Leader Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Featuring the Dream Awards, honoring men and women in the Southwest Georgia community who make a difference in the local community while demonstrating the principles of Dr. King. Featuring dinner, music, entertainment, keynote speaker, and more! $20 for dinner seating, general seating is free!
Thomasville Junior Service League Annual Preview Party and Bargain Bazaar February 6-7
Camilla January 15-16 Downtown Merchants Tax Free Days Southern Rivers Fine Arts Exposition Beginning as an exhibition and sale of visual art in a gallery style, juried art show, the tradition continues as the Camilla Chamber of Commerce showcases some of the South's finest artists, in addition to promoting an awareness of the arts in Southwest Georgia. artshow@camillageorgia.com
Tifton Second Saturdays: Super Saturdays at the Tift Theatre - Family Friendly Movies, 1 pm Third Mondays: Movie Musical Mondays at the Tift Theatre - 7 pm Fourth Sundays: Golden Star Sundays - Old Hollywood Movies, 3 pm January 16 Georgia Peanut Farm Show - UGA Tifton Campus Conference Center, 8:30 am - 2:30 pm, FREE, (229) 386-3470 for info January 17 Robert McCormick, Organ Concert - St. Anne's Episcopal Church, 7 pm, Reception to Follow January 24 Bottles & Brushes - Georgia Museum of Agriculture, $25, (229) 391-5222 to register January 30 Chamber of Commerce Annual Banquet - UGA Tifton Campus Conference Center, 7 pm, (229) 382-6200 for info January 31 YaYa Sisterhood Celebration - UGA Tifton Campus Conference Center, 7-11 pm, (229) 388-6231 or patriciabrooks@fcbtifton.com January31 Automotive Swap Meet - Spence Field, Moultrie
Staggerwing country jamboree is great place to bring the whole family for some great country and southern rock n roll music. Staggerwing Country Jamboree is also a place for all local talent to attend and show off their talents. There’s a large dance floor for the slow dancers and line dancers. 2099 Georgia Highway 133 South, (quitman highway), Moultrie,GA next door to the Sunbelt Expo. Come out and listen to Gary Page and The Country Rockers featuring Billy Wilson,Wayne Watson, Lalla Lehmann,Emmitt Page, and Gary Page. Great prize giveaways, Homemade Crunch Pound Cakes, super nice tee-shirts and more. For you karaoke singers, we have a 1/2 hour set aside for you during break! Every friday night starting at 7:00 pm until 11:00pm. Best jamboree this side of Tennessee. Great place for all Senior Citizens as well! For more information : Contact Sandy Page (229) 888-3664 / (229) 733-1526
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Hair Care Made Simple Hair is typically taken for granted until something goes awry. Hair loss can result from genetics, disease or poor hair hygiene. While there’s little a person can do about genetics or hair loss related to illness, good hair hygiene should be a part of everyone’s beauty and grooming regimen. A good head of hair can enhance a person’s appearance. Hair hygiene is important, but many do not know where to begin, and myths abound when it comes to hair care. It’s time to wash away the fiction from the facts. * There is no need to shampoo every day. Some think they’ll be left with a head of dirty, smelly hair if they do not lather up every day, but this is inaccurate. Most people can go a day or more between washing their hair, and waiting between washes actually can be beneficial. “Hair is fiber, and the more you wash it, the worse it’s going to look,” says Paradi Mirmirani, MD, a dermatologist in California specializing in hair research. People with curly, dry or processed hair can probably go longer between washings than those with thin, straight hair. This enables oils from the scalp to travel down the hair shaft and keep the cuticle healthy. * Conditioner can keep hair smooth and shiny. Some question the necessity for conditioner while others can’t live without it. Those with coarse or dry hair usually find that conditioning a few times a week is necessary to tame hair and keep it shiny and looking healthy. On the flip side, those with naturally moist hair may not need to use conditioner more than once per week. Overuse of conditioner can actually contribute to making hair look dull, dry and weighed down. People with thin hair may only want to apply conditioner to the ends so as not to make hair flat and heavy. Many people need to experiment with conditioner to find a routine that works. * More lather isn’t necessarily better. Contrary to popular belief, shampoos that generate mounds of rich lather are not necessarily better for your hair. Sulfates are commonly used as lathering agents and may be the first ingredients in many commercially produced shampoos. Sulfates make water feel more wet and spread cleaning ingredients from the shampoo more readily across the hair shaft. However, these same cleansers can dehydrate the sebaceous glands and strip the scalp of essential oils and natural moisture. Many stylists recommend sulfate-free shampoos because they are more gentle on the hair. People who color their hair may find a sulfate-free shampoo helps retain their hair color longer. * Brushing can be beneficial. While you may not need 100 strokes of the hair brush to achieve shiny hair, brushing hair gently each day can untangle the hair and help transfer oils from the scalp down the hair shaft and throughout the hair. The key is not to brush too often or too vigorously. Look for a brush with long, plastic bristles that bend. A brush with a rubber base with vents is also good. Do not brush so hard that you scratch your scalp or tear out hair from the roots. The goal is to prevent breakage. Many hair situations not only can be remedied at home, but a person can also consult with a stylist to develop a hair care routine. People experiencing hair problems that are not easily fixed should speak to dermatologists, as such problems may be symptoms of medical issues.
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Rylander Theater The Second City Hits Home SATURDAY, JAN. 17TH 8PM
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Get ready to laugh until it hurts when the Second City Improv crew comes to town. Called "Second City Hits Home" because the show will be about life in Americus and Southwest Georgia! These incredibly quick witted and talented comedians will take audience suggestions and even create full musical numbers on the spot. Second City Improv has proven itself as the starting point for some of the biggest names in Hollywood! Don't miss your chance to see the superstars of tomorrow LIVE on the Rylander stage. (Due to the potential nature of the show, we suggest patrons over the age of 18 only.) Visit www.secondcity.com to see a list of famous alumni and clips from SCTV. Tickets are $25 Reserved Seating and available online 24/7. Box Office Hours are Tuesday-Friday, 11am--4pm
50 Shades of AMA February 14, 2015 Cocktail hour begins at 6:30 p.m., followed by a seated dinner, a live auction and an evening of dancing. Member Ticket: $100 Non-member Ticket: $125 Call 229-439-8400 to reserve your seat. BRUNCH & BRUSHES Join us for one Saturday each month from 10am - 12pm as participants have the opportunity to express their creativity through painting. During each class individuals will complete a themed painting with guidance from a trained instructor. A light brunch will be provided. Bring your own liquid inspiration in the form of mimosas, bloody marys or the adult beverage of your choice! Classes are for those 21 years and older. Register early, as seating is limited. Call the museum at 229-439-8400 or email yjones@albanymuseum.com to reserve your canvas.
Tifton January 30 "Women's Faces" Gallery Exhibit Opening - Georgia Museum of Agriculture, FREE, 5:30 pm
Cost: $45/members & $55/nonmembers includes all painting materials and brunch Cocktails & Acrylics at the AMA Grab a friend and a bottle of
WHO, WHAT, WHEN, WHERE IN LOCAL ARTS AND THEATER wine and join AMA every second Thursday from 6:30 - 9 pm for Cocktails and Acrylics, as our trained teachers help even the artistically challenged create a visually appealing painting. With step by step instructions, students are able to relax and enjoy an evening at the museum while sipping a beverage of choice with one hand while painting a beautiful canvas with the other. Classes are for those 21 years and older. Register early, as seating is limited. Call the museum at 229.439.8400 or email yjones@albanymuseum.com to reserve your canvas. Cost: $35/members and $45/non-members includes all painting materials Upcoming Dates Thursday, January 8, 2015 Thursday, February 12, 2015 Thursday, March 12, 2015 Coffee with the Curator Schedule Tuesday, Jan. 6, 3pm Athos Menaboni: Six Decades of Painting in Georgia The Haley Gallery Talk led by David Griffin, Director of Collections & Exhibitions Read More About Athos Menaboni Friday, Jan. 16, 10am The Epic of Flight: A Folk Tale The Evans Gallery Talk led by David Griffin,
Director of Collections & Exhibitions Read More About Evan Jones Friday, Jan. 30, 10am Ray Pierotti: Overlapping Sensibilities The East Gallery Talk led by artist Ray Pierotti Read More About Ray Pierotti Friday, Feb. 20, 10am 50 Shades of AMA: Selections from the Permanent Collection The Haley Gallery Talk led by David Griffin, Director of Collections & Exhibitions AMA's Visiting Artist Series: Ray Pierotti From Shellman, GA and featured in the AMA's East Gallery through April 18 OPENING RECEPTION Thursday, January 15 5:30 - 7:00 pm Free Admission TODDLER TUESDAYS Join us on the first Tuesday of every month from 10:30-11:30 a.m. for arts, crafts, movement and stories. Toddler Tuesday is a great opportunity for toddlers and parents to explore and create! Children will create works inspired by our collection of art or a short story read in class. For children 5 years and younger. Reservations required by 5pm the Monday before. Call 229-439-8400 or email yjones@albanymuseum.com to reserve a seat for you and your toddler. Free Admission.
JANUARY MOVIE RELEASES January 1 The Gambler Drama January 2 The Women in Black 2: Angels of Death - Drama - PG-13 [REC] 4: Apocalypse - Horror - R January 9 Selma - Drama Taken 3 - Action Predestination - Thriller - R Inherent Vice - Drama - R Preservation - Thriller January 16 The Wedding Ringer - Comedy Paddington - Adventure Blackhat - Thriller American Sniper - Drama Still Alice - Drama Son of a Gun - Thriller Spare Parts - Adventure January 23 Strange Magic - Musical The Boy Next Door - Suspense - R Mortdecai - Crime Black or White - Drama - PG-13 Red Army - Documentary Against the Sun - Action The Loft - Thriller - R January 30 Project Almanac - Thriller Alien Outpost Coming Home - Drama
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Is writing a résumé a Mission Impossible? Wendy Wilson Those that fall into my age category of late forties and above are likely familiar with the popular 1970’s television series- Mission Impossible. Regardless the episode, you could always expect to hear a recorded voice provide instructions regarding the mission to be accomplished. The taped voice would announce....” Good morning/afternoon/evening, Mr./insert name. Your mission insert name should you choose/decide to accept it, ... As always, should you or any of your I.M. Force be caught or killed, the Secretary will disavow any knowledge of your actions. This tape/disc will self-destruct in five seconds. Good luck, _insert name__. “ Now many of you may already be asking what does this have to do with writing a résumé? To those that ask the question my immediate response is everything! Writing a résumé that successfully captures your career objective, special skill sets, work experience and education can be a mission that is possible to achieve. Failure to successfully write one can not only lead to your résumé being killed by a prospective employer but could also lead to you being disavowed by a past employer or a listed reference. Many assume that if the résumé simply “looks the part” then the mission is accomplished. Consider the fact that the economy greatly influences the number of résumés employers receive when they are looking to fill job vacancies. When the economy is weak, an employer can literally expect to receive hundreds of résumés for only one job opening. Imagine the scenario if the employer has multiple job openings. Now imagine the individual tasked with the responsibility of reviewing those résumés. If a vision of a person drowning in never ending mounds of paper comes to mind then you are definitely thinking along the right lines. It is for these reasons and more that HR recruiters
learn to quickly master the ability to weed weak résumés from the strong. If your résumé doesn’t mirror or closely match the job responsibilities outlined in the description, includes errors, goes beyond the traditional two pages (curriculum vitae the exception), or lists irrelevant information prepare for your résumé to be killed and disavowed by the prospective employer. Here are a few tips to remember if you choose to accept the mission of writing your own résumé: Include content that showcases your strengths Write in terms of what you accomplished during each of your job roles Proofread, proofread and proofread once more Include dates of employment Either include references or don’t…but never ask the employer to request them If you choose not to accept the mission, then simply hire a résumé writing specialist. Remember, the mission of getting a job need not be impossible if you carefully prepare a résumé that successfully outlines your skills, abilities and experiences. To paraphrase the famous recorded voice of the 70s, failure to follow the basic rules of résumé writing will cause your’s to selfdestruct within seconds of the prospective employer reading it. Good luck, insert name with your mission to seek employment! For more professional development tips, contact W2 Communications.net. W2 Communications is a public relations firm that offers professional development and training services. We specialize in résumé and employment portfolio design. Wendy Wilson is CEO of W2 Communications.
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with Ed Everett The golf swing is very simple. The golfer makes it tougher than it is. For a right handed golfer, start by facing the ball and taking your proper stance. With your left hand in the grip position except with the fingers extended shake hands with an imaginary person standing to your right . if you do this correctly the palm of your left will be facing behind you and the back of your hand will be facing away from you. Your arm will be parallel to the ground and an extension of your toe line. When you grip a club in this position the toe of the club will be pointing to the sky. The follow through will put the right
Radium Springs Gardens Radium Springs Gardens is located at 2501 Radium Springs Road, Albany, GA. One of Georgia’s Seven Natural Wonders, Radium Springs Gardens pumps 70,000 gallons of clear, 68-degree water per minute from an underground cave. Visitors can walk through a courtyard where the former Radium Springs Casino once stood, enjoy foliage-draped hillocks, crystal clear waters and flora both indigenous and exotic. The park features a restored terrace, new sidewalks, a casino garden and gazebos. hand in the same position as shaking hands with someone standing to your left side. The toe of the club will again be pointing to the sky. Shaking hands is a simple motion you do every day without thinking. Make it part of both your take-away and follow-through.
Contact (229) 430-6120 for more information (8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.)
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Your next night out may find you embracing these growing trends COURTESY OF METRO CONNECTION
Bars and restaurants fuel local economies across the country. Any night when a master mixologist is behind the bar or a gastronomical guru is manning the grill is an opportunity to enjoy a few drinks or a great meal. Many bars and restaurants look to capitalize on the latest trends in an effort to bring customers in and keep them coming back. The following are a handful of the latest trends men and women can expect to encounter on their next night out on the town. Tech-guided assistance Restaurants and bars are implementing more technology into the service industry, eliminating downtime and streamlining orders. Dread calling a restaurant for reservations? No problem. Many establishments enable you to reserve a table or even preorder dinner from a mobile device. The chef can start prepping your meal even before you arrive and keep the flow in and out of the restaurant moving right along.
Some bars now allow customers to place drink orders via apps or tablets, saving you the struggle of muscling your way to the bar to get a drink. Such apps employ location-based software so servers can quickly and easily find your table. Some chain restaurants even use table-mounted technology so you can get beverage refills or pay for the bill without signaling a server. Exotic ingredients It's not only chefs who are testing dining mettle with exotic ingredients. Bartenders are taking a cue from trendy foraged ingredients and using them to modernize outdated cocktails. Botanical ingredients like lichen, honeysuckle, Pacific madrone bark and pine needles are turning up in drinks across the country. Many mixologists also are leaning more heavily on organic and naturally-sourced ingredients rather than prepackaged mixers.
more locally sourced items, and this trend is beginning to pour over into the beverage industry. Expect to hear bartenders advertising more local ingredients, such as craft beers bottled right up the street or wine made from grapes grown at a nearby vineyard. Some bars may source spirits from neighborhood distilleries.
as a favorite dipping sauce, but many others are poised to take the top condiment prize. Savvy chefs are experimenting with a variety of hot and sweet flavor combinations. Expect to find more jams, jellies, rubs, dips, and glazes with a spicy twist on your favorite foods. Communal drinks
Leafy greens and root vegetables Foods from humble beginnings are turning into gourmet fare. It seems a new bitter green or starchy product is becoming the vegetable du jour each week. Afraid to try your hand at kale or kohlrabi from the comforts of your own kitchen? Don't worry, as many nearby restaurants are likely willing to do that experimenting for you.
Locally sourced products
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Salsa may have surpassed ketchup
Each person in a group ordering his or her own cocktail is not necessarily the norm anymore. Some establishments are concocting familystyle punches that can be enjoyed by all guests pulling up a chair. Shared drinks may come in a pitcher or a spigot jar to enhance the festive and communal feel. Going out for a night on the town will enlighten diners to a series of new trends that are paving the way for unique experiences.
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Verona’s Italian Restaurant 212 Main St S (229) 445-3301 Hog-N-Bones 2008 US HWY 82 W (229) 238-2491 Wings Master 309 Tift Ave S (229) 382-2066 JoJo’s Family Restaurant 106 Magnolia Dr S (229) 382-9377 Longhorn Steakhouse 1314 US HWY 82 W (229) 256-4052
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Our Daily Bread 230 W Broad Ave (229) 436-3725 Casa Tapatia Mexican Restaurant 108 N Slappey Blvd Open Mon - Sat (229) 903-8802 Blackbeard’s B & B Bar-BQue 2209 N Slappey Blvd (229) 878-6369 The Catch 2332 Whispering Pines Rd (229) 446-2235 Sonny’s Bar-B-Q 1900 N Slappey Blvd
(229) 883-7427 Henry Campbell Steakhouse 629 N Westover Blvd (229) 594-9288 Cafe 230 230 W Broad Ave (229) 435-7632
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Riverfront Bar-B-Q 1533 US HWY 19 S (229) 888-4647 Rice Bowl Buffet 1561 US HWY 19 S (229) 446-0407 The Wharf Express 1561 US HWY 19 S (229) 405-2864
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Rick’s Oyster Bar and Grill 1328 West Jackson St (229) 233-8140 Mom & Dad’s Italian Restaurant 1800 Smith Ave (229) 226-6265 Billiard Academy World Famous Chili Dogs 121 S Broad St (229) 226-9981 Scoop Deli and Ice Cream 115 W Jefferson St (229) 551-0012
KFC 13777 US HWY S (229) 228-0539
Golden Corral 2110 E 16th Ave (229) 271-8681
Sports Live Bar & Grill 15138 US HWY 19 S (229) 233-8330
King’s Grill BBQ 606 S 10th St (229) 513-0181
Savannah Moon Bakery & Cafe 109 N Broad St (229) 227-0081
Ken’s Barbeque 204 W 24th Ave (229) 273-8251
Boston Barbeque 110 S Main St Boston, GA (229) 498-7266
LongHorn Steakhouse 1110 N Saint Augustine Rd (229) 588-8225
Audrey’s Kuntry Kitchen 1530 GA HWY 93 S Cairo, GA Jonah’s Fish & Grits 109 E Jackson St (229) 226-0508 Rock Bottom Seafood & Grill 2115 Smith Ave (229) 236-5656
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Cracker Barrel 1905 Central Ave (229) 271-0331 Carter’s Hamburger 1213 S 7th St (229) 273-5822 L-Bo’s Barbeque & Grill 1030 US HWY 280 W (229) 273-4311
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Red Lobster 1179 N Saint Augustine Rd (229) 244-7587 Autry Bar-B-Que 1809 S Patterson St (229) 241-9449 Bubba Jax Crab Shack 1700 W Hill Ave (229) 469-4368 Smok’n Pig 4228 N Valdosta Rd (229) 245-8227 Buffalo Wild Wings 1553 Baytree Rd (229) 241-7246 Weezie Real Pit BBQ 736 E Hill Ave (229) 247-4110
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ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20 Don't be afraid to embrace your lighthearted side this week, Aries. Laughter is the best medicine, and those around you will enjoy your sense of humor. TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, embrace your desire to be close to friends this week. Spend as much time as you can with your friends, especially those you have not seen in awhile. GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21 A great week with regard to matters of the heart is on the horizon, Gemini. If you have been in a relationship for some time, now is a great time to talk about the future of that relationship. CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22 You harbor desire to spend some time alone this week, Cancer. You are a social person, but even you need some moments to retreat into your own mind for a while. LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23 You may be noticing all of the good vibes surrounding you this week, Leo. Expect some positive changes in the days ahead. It may just be a new romantic relationship or friendship. VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22 Virgo, a work opportunity could spring up this week if you are willing to expand your horizons. It may be a bit outside of your comfort zone, but you can handle it. LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, you are in a relatively optimistic frame of mind this week as you try to see the bright side of things. You may find that many new opportunities are headed your way. SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22 Don't spend too much time lost in your own fantasies, Scorpio. You need to maintain your focus on the tasks at hand, both at home and at work. SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21 Sagittarius, resist the urge to take yourself too seriously. Instead, lighten up and embrace the "class clown" role for a little while. This departure from the norm is a breath of fresh air. CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, your mind is running a mile a minute this week, but do your best to maintain your focus. This breakneck pace will only last for a little while. AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18 Jump into a situation without restraint, Aquarius. You may find it's refreshing to let go for a change and not worry about the potential outcomes. PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20 You may receive happy news relating to your partner's finances this week, Pisces. It could be a salary increase or a good bonus. It's time to celebrate.
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To spend more quality time with family, be a better person that I was last year and to continue to find ways to make a positive impact on my community. Pamela Green Jackson Community Plans & Liaison Officer Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany
To visit every Tourist Attraction in Lowndes County in 2015. Tim Riddle, CFE General Manager James H. Rainwater Conference Center
Work off some pounds and make life a little better for those that need me. Patsy C. Martin Coldwell Banker Walden and Kirkland
I resolve to reduce the number of high sugar content sodas and tea that I drink, while engaging in better nutritional habits by eating smaller portions and exercising more. I believe these small steps will help me to create a healthier body, mind, and spirit. HAPPY NEW YEAR TO EVERYONE. Mayor Dorothy Hubbard
See the good in people and help them,dream big, start small and never stop. Jennifer Vanston Executive Director/CEO for Flint River Habitat for Humanity
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My New Year's resolution is to continue to focus on love and prosperity in all areas of my life. Domonique Lemon Boast Fine Shoe Boutique
My New Year's resolution is to do a better job informing our community of the benefits from earning a diploma or degree from Albany Technical College. Dr. Anthony O. Parker President, Albany Technical College
My resolution in '15 is to visit the Good Life City on a regular basis, so I can spend quality time with all my good friends in Albany along with the great team at The Albany Herald. Mike Gebhart Executive Vice President / CEO Southern Community Newspapers Inc.
As the Americus/Sumter County School Attendance Officer, it is to make sure every child in the Sumter County School distict attends school daily so that they will be in school to learn and get a good education. Also, to improve my school district's attendance percentage from 96% to 97-98%. Coach Jimmy Green
DID YOU KNOW? Year after year the public counts down the seconds until the new year arrives. At the stroke of midnight, people embrace, glasses are hoisted and resolutions are made. Many people make the same resolutions year after year, largely because resolutions are not always easy to keep. The following are the most common New Years resolutions. 1. Lose weight 2. Manage stress 3. Quit smoking 4. Get out of debt 5. Find a better job 6. Save money 7. Volunteer to help others 8. Spend more time with family 9. Get organized 10. Improve fitness
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STOCKBRIDGE, Mich. -- Buckets of rain pelt a stretch of Michigan 52, which shoots northward out of the crossroads center of Stockbridge, as we plow through tire-sucking puddles with confidence of steady tire traction thanks to the optional 4-wheel-drive mechanism rigged on a new Special Edition (SE) of Pilot, the mid-size crossover utility vehicle from Honda. Pilot's electronically controlled allwheel-drive system -- dubbed VTM-4, meaning Variable Torque Management Four -- automatically diverts as much as 70 percent of the vehicle's forceful V6 engine torque to the rear tires if the front rollers lose grip on slippery pavement. The device is constantly engaged so a Pilot driver never needs to think about tugging some cumbersome lever or pushing the right dashboard toggle to engage or cancel 4-wheeling traction. Pilot for 2015 skews to five trim versions -- LX, EX, new SE, EX-L (L denotes Leather) and Touring, and each may be rigged with front-wheel 2wheel-drive (2WD) or all-wheel 4-wheel-drive (4WD) traction. The new SE trim issue dresses up
Honda Pilot CUV for 2015 has a new trim -- Special Edition
with pewter gray aluminum alloy wheels, a power moonroof with tilt feature, Sirius XM satellite radio service and a DVD entertainment system for riders in the two rear rows of seats. Standard equipment also includes power windows and door locks, cruise control, rear air conditioning, a keyless entry device and a 7-speaker audio kit. Honda's MSRP chart for 2015 Pilot models ranges from $29,870 for Pilot LX-2WD to $41,620 for Pilot Touring4WD. New trim Pilot SE-2WD lists for $33,120 and Pilot SE-4WD tallies to $34,720. A product of Honda's Alabama manufacturing plant in Lincoln, Pilot looks rugged with clean lines on sheetmetal panels which emphasize the classic 2-box conformation. Pilot has a unitized structure that melds chassis and body into a cohesive entity that's extremely rigid when put in motion. For safety Pilot packs a variablepower rack and pinion steering system and disc brakes for all corners linked to electronic controls like Honda's vehicle stability assist (VSA) equipment operating in conjunction with an anti-lock brake system (ABS), electronic brake distribution (EBD) and
electronic brake assist (EBA) plus a traction control system (TCS) and hill start assist (HSA), which prevents the wagon from rolling backward when pausing on a steep grade. There's ample muscle for every Pilot due to the aluminum 3.5-liter V6 engine with Honda's i-VTEC (intelligent variable value timing and lift electronic control) valvetrain system. The 6-pack produces 250 hp at 5700 rpm plus 253 lb-ft at 4800 rpm. Further, it employs Honda's variable cylinder management (VCM) device to conserve on fuel by modifying the number of engine cylinders at work. The VCM operation is automatic and transparent to a driver, but a dashboard light glows to indicate when VCM is working. Federal EPA fuel consumption figures for Pilot reach to 24 miles per gallon for highway travel with optional 4WD traction or 25 mpg with standard 2WD.
in Pilot provides up to 87 cubic feet of space for cargo. Price-leader Pilot LX edition rolls on 17-inch steel wheels, stocks a Class III tow-hitch receiver and lines the cabin with cloth upholstery plus power controls for windows and door locks, cruise control, a tilting/telescoping steering column, variable intermittent windshield wipers and the 7-speaker AM/FM/CD sound package. Pilot EX trim gains gear like 18-inch alloy wheels, foglamps, chrome exhaust tips, body-colored side mirrors and door handles, a security system and 10-way power adjustments for the driver's seat. Pilot EX-L adds the leather seat upholstery, heated front seats, 4-way power for front passenger seat, power moonroof and power tailgate. Top trim Pilot Touring gets it all -- roof rails, corner and backup sensors, side-mirror integrated turn indicators, 2-position memory seats, navigation system with rearview camera, 10-speaker premium audio kit and the DVD backseat entertainment system.
In the vast cabin of Pilot, accommodations seem comfortable and convenient in the Honda tradition. Capacity extends to eight passengers in an arrangement with twin bucket Description seats on the front row, a Mid-size 8-passenger CUV bench for three riders on Model options the second Pilot LX row and a Pilot EX third bench Pilot SE (Special Edition) designed to Pilot EX-L hold up to Pilot Touring three teeners. Benches on Engine size rows two and SOHC 3.5-L V6/ithree split 60/40 to vary VTEC/VCM the cabin conformation, Transmissions/speeds and seatbacks Auto/5 fold down flat. With all seats Rear/front drive folded, the FWD broad and AWD/VTM-4 long and tall compartment
2015 HONDA PILOT CUV Steering Power rack and pinion Braking Power 4-disc ABS/EBA/EBD/TCS/VSC HSA/TPMS Maximum towing capacity 2000 lbs: FWD 4500 lbs: AWD EPA mileage est. city/hwy. 18/25 mpg: FWD 17/24 mpg: AWD MSRP range, est. $29,870 to $41,620
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CLUES ACROSS 1. Humbug 4. Meaningless talk 10. Conceit 11. Not studied 12. Megabyte 14. When born (abbr.) 15. Placed on a golf ball stand 16. Melekeok is the capital 18. Mischievous 21. Mason’s mortars 23. Spain’s former monetary unit 25. Small fries 27. Article 28. Capital of Yemen 29. Type of Theater companies 31. Plastic, paper or shopping 32. Electronic countermeasures 35. Language along the lower Yenisei River 37. Institute legal proceedings against
5. Italian hors d’oeuvres 6. N.W. German city & port 7. Signal sounds 8. Adult females 9. -__, denotes past 12. Gas usage measurement 13. Fishhook point 17. Mauna __, Hawaiian volcano 19. In a way, thrusts 20. Grimm brothers birthplace 22. Withered; dry 24. Genus salvia 26. About senator 30. Livestock enclosure 32. Work units 33. Hebrew name meaning dog 34. A tumor composed of muscle tissue 36. Satisfy to excess 41. Third mast 42. A horse’s strut 44. Tree producing gum
38. Beam 39. Old World buffalo 40. Latch onto 42. Physical therapy 43. Conditions of balance 48. Half pro 50. Resounded 52. Sales event 53. Separates seating areas 54. N.M. Pueblo people 55. Bridge building degree 56. Fullback 57. Peyote 59. Afflict 60. Rests on one’s knees 61. Having negative qualities CLUES DOWN 1. Besmear 2. Genus dasyprocta 3. A male ferret 4. Unit of volume (abbr.)
(Arabic) 45. Armour carried on the arm 46. Winged goddess of the dawn 47. Ego 49. Hesitancy 51. Young woman of society 55. Founder of Babism 57. Mark (abbr.) 58. Jeans maker’s initials
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Brickyard Plantation 1619 US Hwy 280 East 229-874-1234 GM: Debra Sykes
Doublegate Country Club 3800 Old Dawson Rd • 229-436-6501 Edward L. Everett
Golf
Grand Island Golf Club 270 Grand Island Dr • 229-878-0071 Victor McKinley River Point 801 River Pointe Dr • 229-883-4885 Chris Westine Stonebridge Golf & Country Club 319 Osprey Ridge Ct • 229-889-8270 Rob Allen/ GM: George Hobaugh
Bainbridge Country Club 312 Country Club Rd 229-246-1986 Jim Stevens Francis Lake Golf Club 5366 Golf Dr • 229-559-7961 Jon “JR” Leonard Rogers Garden Golf Course 232 Industrial Dr • 229-891-2433 Jon “JR” Leonard Sunset Country Club 2730 South Main St 229-890-5555 Bob Windom Pineknoll Golf Club 409 Pineknoll Rd • 229-776-3455 GM: Lewis Jordan Country Oaks Golf Course 6481 GA Hwy 122 • 229-225-4333 Mike Owens Glen Arven Country Club 1700 Old Monticello Rd 229-225-4333 Mike Owens Golf Club of South Georgia 3922 US Hwy 41 N • 229-386-4953 Chesley Gunn Spring Hill Country Club 5 Springhill Dr E • 229-382-3144 Stan Moore/ GM: Linda Stith Kinderlou 4005 Bear Lake Rd • 229-219-2300 Jim Bishop/ GM: Louis Cassotta Stone Creek Golf Club Club 4300 Coleman Rd N • 229-247-2527 James Nalley/ GM: Mark Tillman
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JANUARY Thursday/1 Azalea City Cyclists (Valdosta): Beginner/ Family Bike Ride Thursday, January 1, 2015 @ 6:15 PM (EST) 4611 Laurelwood South, Hahira This is primarily a C level ride (1217mph) group. Feel free to park in the driveway or out on the road or across the street from the Subdivision (Meadowoods) at Scruggs Asphalt Plant. Thursday/1 Rose City Cyclists: YMCA Thursday Ride Thursday, January 1, 2015 @ 6:00 PM (EST) Everett-Milton YMCA • 103 South Dawson Street Thomasville Saturday/10 Inagural Oasis Special Needs Ministry 5K Run/1 Mile Fun Run/Walk 8:00 AM First Baptist Church 30 Academy Drive, Chula, GA Register at www.active.com
Saturday/17 Run for the Son All proceeds for this event will be used to support the First Baptist Church of Putney traveling “Mission Team” in their efforts to spread the Gospel and render aid to those in need wherever they may be. The team has traveled to Oklahoma, West Virginia, North Georgia, Virginia, Louisiana, Tennessee, Haiti, and Mississippi. In June 2015, the team will again be traveling to Mississippi. These efforts have all been made possible by those like yourself who love Jesus and long to see His work fulfilled. Run for the Son is a timed event on a certified course and part of the Run & See Georgia Grand Prix. 10:00 am First Baptist Church - Putney 1125 Antioch Rd, Albany Register at www.active.com
MARATHONS, 5K’s, TRIATHLONS AND BIKING EVENTS IN SOUTHWEST GEORGIA
Saturday/24 St. Teresa’s Nun Run 2015 Pancake breakfast is included for all participants, Technical hat and reusable cloth bag for first 150 registered runners, Medals for top three 5K runners in 16 age groups, Door prizes! 1 mile Fun Run starts at 8am 5K starts at 8:30 am Register at www.active.com Saturday/31 Winter Race Half Marathon/10k/5k/1k Virtual Race & Challenge Winter Race is a Virtual Race: You can choose the place of your choice, you can walk, run, skip, workout at the gym, use the treadmill, or particpate in another race. You can run as long as you want depending on your schedule and your lifestyle. No need to travel far to run far. Register at www.active.com FEBRUARY Saturday/7 The Love Run by Pay It ForWARD Join us for a morning of running in the beautiful Lake Park neighborhood and show your love for those battling childhood cancer! Beautifully designed trophies and medals to the top finishers in the age categories. Enjoy the activities after crossing the finish line, with incredible door prizes from local businesses supporting our cause! A morning of fun, fellowship and LOVE! Event details and schedule The Love Run includes a 1-mile fun run and 5K race. The course is fast, with rolling inclines. Parking is limited immediately around the starting/finish line, but plenty of parking at MSA. Packet pickup is available at Wild Side Running store on Friday, February 6th from 1:00 - 6:00 pm. Wild Side Running Store 2341 Lake Park Drive, Albany
How to avoid injury during these popular workouts COURTESY OF METRO CONNECTION
Jogging: Joggers should get adequate rest between running sessions and wear comfortable, well-fitting shoes when jogging. Avoid loose shoes so your feet don't develop blisters, and ice your knees after each workout to facilitate their recovery. Knee and foot problems tend to plague many joggers, so it's important that joggers take steps to reduce injury rather than telling themselves to push through the pain.
Weightlifting: Weightlifting injuries are often the result of overdoing it with weights or not adhering to proper form when lifting. When strength training, don't go overboard with how much weight you are lifting. Start out with light weights and then gradually increase the weight until you reach a figure you are comfortable with. Before beginning a weightlifting regimen, consult with a trainer at the gym or read your equipment owner's manual at home to ensure you are following the proper form for each exercise.
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7152 Moses Lane Tallahassee, FL, 32309 (850) 906-0766
CALENDAR OF EVENTS All club shows are non-smoking. Events are subject to change without notice. Unless otherwise stated: Friday shows start at 9:00 PM and Saturdays shows start at 10:00 PM. Doors open at 8:30. Weeknight shows start at 8:00 and doors open at 7:00. Reservations are guaranteed with advance ticket purchases. Reservations for most shows are also available by calling the Club at (850) 9060766 or emailing: bradfordvilleblues@comcast.net , but advance ticket purchasers get reservation priority. Reserved seats held until show time. Scheduled Events Jan. 2 : The Jamie Eubanks Band Jan. 3 : Little G Weevil Jan. 8 (8 PM): Tas Cru & His Tortured Souls Jan. 9 : Maurice John Vaughn Jan. 10: Bobby Rush and James "Super ChiKan" Johnson in a duo performance Jan. 15 Thursday @ 8PM : Old Salt Union Jan. 16: Joe "Survival" Caruso Jan. 17 : EG Kight Jan. 23 : JW Jones Jan. 24 : Peter Karp & Sue Foley Jan. 30 : The Lauren Mitchell Band Jan. 31: Popa Chubby Feb. 6 : The 24th Street Wailers Feb. 7 : Jim Suhler & Monkey Beat Feb. 13 : Candye Kane Feb. 14: Johnny Rawls
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Rum Runner Sports Bar 3988 N Valdosta Rd Valdosta Karaoke Wed-Sat 9pm (229) 241-9647
Oglethorpe Lounge 825 W Oglethorpe Blvd Albany Tuesday - 8:30 pm (229) 438-5819
Icons Bar & Grill 104 N Washington St Albany Friday - 10 pm (229) 405-2298
Rick's Oyster Bar & Sports Bar 1328 W Jackson Thomasville Thursday - 8 pm All day/night Saturday
Bogey's Bar & Grill 2238 Palmyra Rd Albany Thurs - 9 pm (229) 438-0181
Coach’s Sports Bar & Grill 2610 Dawson Rd Albany Tues & Wed - 9 pm (229) 496-1431
PARKER MUSIC
Instrument Packages • Seagull Guitars & Other Top Brands Band & Orchestra Instruments • Drums • Amps • Sound Equipment Pianos • Keyboards • Repairs • Lessons Daisy Rock Guitars (High Quality For Small Hands)
404 N. Westover Blvd. • Albany (229) 435-4591 • parkermusicalbany.com
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DAILY LUNCH SPECIALS Now Serving Hot Plates 1 Meat, 2 Sides, $ only50 Bread & A Drink 5 * New Vegetable Choices Daily
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Now Open for Lunch Southern style cooking at its best! Café 230 has quickly become the restaurant of choice for lunch during Albany’s busy work day. Order fresh, mouthwatering southern inspired foods right off the menu on weekdays, and enjoy a lunch buffet on Sundays from 11am to 3pm. This restaurant’s food is often described by Albany, GA residents and visitors alike as nothing short of absolutely delightful.
230 West Broad Ave • Albany, Georgia