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Friday Night Stand Up on Tybee

What: Tybee’s new series of Friday night professional touring stand-up continues with Darryl Rhoades and Kevin Kinner. When: Fri. Aug. 17, 10 p.m. Where: Dolphin Reef Bar inside Ocean Plaza Resort, Oceanfront at 15th Street Cost: call for pricing information Info: 912-786-7777. www.dolphinreef. com/

Wednesday Film: Darker than Amber (1970, USA)

What: Psychotronic Film Society presents the 42nd Anniversary Screening of this “lost, macho cult classic” starring Rod Taylor. When: Wed. Aug. 15, 8 p.m. Where: Sentient Bean, 13 E. Park Ave. Cost: $6 Info: http://sentientbean.com/

Thursday Film: Dinner With President Polk (USA, 2012)

What: Performed by the Owens Thomas House interpreters and produced by Cosmos Mariner Productions, this film tells the story of President James K. Polk’s 1849 visit to Savannah. When: Thu. Aug. 16, 6 p.m. Where: Jepson Center, 207 W. York St. Cost: Museum Admission ($12). Free to Telfair members. Info: http://telfair.org/ What: Story of Alice Paul (Hilary Swank),

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What: The Tony-award winning musical hits the Bay Street Theatre stage. 12th, 17th-19th, and 24th-26th. All shows begin at 8pm. When: Fri. Aug. 17, 8 p.m., Sat. Aug. 18, 8 p.m., Sun. Aug. 19, 8 p.m. Where: Bay Street Theatre (at Club One), 1 Jefferson Street Cost: $20 Gen. Adm. $25 Table Seating. Info: baystreettheatre.org/

Film: Iron Jawed Angels

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Lucy Burns (Frances O’Connor) and others who fought for US women’s right to vote. Introduction by Jane Rago, Professor of English and Women Studies, AASU. Presented by Occupy Savannah When: Thu. Aug. 16, 7 p.m. Where: Sentient Bean, 13 E. Park Ave. Cost: Free and open to public. Info: http://sentientbean.com/

Friday Theatre: What the Butler Saw

What: Collective Face presents the Joe Orton British farce. Friday & Saturday

Music: George Jones

What: The man Keith Richards called “a

national treasure” will turn 82 in September. He’s still touring, performing his repertoire of 143 Top 40 country hits. When: Fri. Aug. 17, 8 p.m. Where: Johnny Mercer Theatre, Savannah Civic Center, 301 W. Oglethorpe Ave. Cost: $36.50 - $56.50 Info: 912-651-6556. http://savannahcivic. com/

Saturday Savannah Derby Devils

What: Matches at 5 and 7pm. Photos with Derby Girls after the 7pm match. When: Sat. Aug. 18 Where: Civic Center, 301 W. Oglethorpe Cost: $10 in advance or $12 at the door (kids 2-12 are $ Info: www.savannahderby.com/

Forsyth Farmers’ Market

nights, 8 p.m. Saturday matinees, 3p.m. When: Fri. Aug. 17, Sat. Aug. 18 Where: Muse Arts Warehouse, 703 Louisville Rd. Cost: $15 Gen. $10 Students/ Seniors. Info: 912-232-0018. collectiveface.org/

Twilight by the Lake

What: Event for families. Come out with

What: Fruits, veggies, baked goods and more from local, regional growers/producers. August 18 “Preserve the Harvest”- Canning Series features “Jelly.” When: Sat. Aug. 18, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Where: South End of Forsyth Park Info: www.forsythfarmersmarket.org/

Full Bowls Adoption Fair and Pet Food Giveaway

chairs, spread out picnic blankets, listen to music and poetry, walk the lake, fish. When: Fri. Aug. 17, 5-10 p.m. Where: Tom Triplett Park, 100 Tom Triplett Park, Pooler Cost: Free and open to the public Info: www.shadow-warriorz.org/

What: Pet food assistance to residents in need. Meet pets available for adoption. When: Sat. Aug. 18, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Where: Low Country Grooming, 8401 Whitfield Avenue Cost: Free and open to the public Info: www.facebook.com/FullBowls

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featuring Savannah spoken word poet Marquice Williams, songwriter/poet/author Anna Chandler, and author/comedian Phil Keeling. Music by Brian Dean. When: Fri. Aug. 17, 7:30 p.m.-9 p.m. Where: The Sparetime (upstairs), 36 MLKing Jr. Blvd. at Congress St. Cost: $10/door or online. $5 Students with ID. Info: seersuckerlive.com/

of Savannah invites public to help dedicate its new Cat Tuong Temple during the Ullambana Festival, featuring monks offering traditional chants and music, colorful parades and a vegetarian lunch. When: Sat.-Sun., Aug. 18-19, 9:30 a.m.-7 p.m. (Ribboncutting Sun.) Where: 2619 Hwy 80 W, Garden City Cost: Free Info: (912) 661-4042

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What: Vietnamese Buddhist Association

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What: Angela Beasley’s Puppet People presents Juliette Gordon Low as more than “just the Girl Scout Lady.” A 45-minute show of music, storytelling, singing and puppets. When: Sat. Aug. 18, 11 a.m. Where: Puppet Place, 3119 Furber Cost: $22 Info: 912-355-3366. puppetpeople. com/

Thrive’s Sustainable Dinner

What: Night includes tapas menu, tastings of local artisanal products, pairings with organic wine, chef demonstrations and recipes to take home. Reservations requested. When: Sat. Aug. 18, 7 p.m. Where: Thrive A Carry Out Cafe, 4700E Highway 8 East Cost: $69.99, plus tax & tip. Info: 912-898-2131.

Leopold’s 93rd Birthday Block Party

What: Savannah’s iconic ice cream parlor celebrates 93 years with a block-long sock hop celebration. Come dressed as favorite retro TV or movie personality. When: Sat. Aug. 18, 11 a.m. Where: Leopold’s Ice Cream, 212 E. Broughton Street Cost: Free and open to the public. Info: 912-234-4442. www.leopoldsicecream.com/

Dinner Theatre: Murder Ahoy!

What: A pirate-themed whodunit performed throughout room where you are dining. Solve the mystery and win a prize, or just watch. When: Sat. Aug. 18, 7 p.m. Where: Double Tree, 411 W. Bay St.

Comedy: Eddie Griffin & Friends

Film: Take This Waltz (Canada, 2012)

What: CinemaSavannah presents this highly acclaimed “girl meets boy, but oops, girl is married” relationship comedy-drama with erotic overtones, starring Michelle Williams, Seth Rogen, and Sarah Silverman. Directed by Sarah Polley. Cosponsored by Psychotronic Film Society. When: Sun. Aug. 19, 7 p.m. Where: Victory Square Theaters, 1915 East Victory Drive (next to Staples), Cost: $8 cash only.

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What: The Undercover Brother takes the stage for an evening of standup. Openers include Cocoa Brown, Bruh Man, Antoine Blackman. When: Sat. Aug. 18, 8 p.m. Where: Johnny Mercer Theatre, Civic Center, 301 W. Oglethorpe Ave. Cost: $37.50 - $45 Info: 651-6556. savannahcivic.com/

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ognizing the 200th anniversary of the beginning of the War of 1812. Rain location Savannah History Museum. When: Sun. Aug. 19, 1 p.m. Where: Chippewa Square Cost: Free and open to the public. Info: http://www.chsgeorgia.org/

Therapy Session Open Mic

What: Monthly open mic spoken

word poetry event features live performances from local artists in a profanity free youth friendly space. Hosted by AWOL (All Walks of Life, Inc.) When: Sun. Aug. 19, 7 p.m.-9 p.m. Where: Sentient Bean, 13 E. Park Ave. Cost: Free and open to the public. Info: http://sentientbean.com/

Film: The Snowtown Murders (Australia, 2012) What: When a poor, 16-year-old

schizophrenic’s charismatic new father figure turns out to be Australia’s most prolific serial killer John Bunting, the teen must choose between loyalty to his bullying mentor and his own sense of morality. When: 2 p.m, 5 p.m., 8 p.m. Sun. Aug. 19 Where: Muse Arts Warehouse, 703 Louisville Rd. Cost: $8

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What: Savannah historian, MD and painter presents a gallery talk on his just-opened painting exhibition. When: Mon. Aug. 20, 11 a.m. Where: Telfair Academy, 121 Barnard Cost: Museum admission ($12). Free for Telfair members. Info: http://telfair.org/

Odd Lot Improv Comedy Troupe

What: The reigning kings and queens of performance on the fly return in August with their weekly performances, each with its own hilarious theme. When: Mon. Aug. 20, 8 p.m. Where: Muse Arts Warehouse, 703 Louisville Rd., Cost: Donation Info: http://musesavannah.org/

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What: 5-mile-ish ride ending at a local watering hole. Details on Savannah Bicycle Campaign website. When: Tue. Aug. 21, 5:30 p.m.-8 p.m. Where: Starts at Habersham Village Parking Lot, Habersham and 63rd Info: bicyclecampaign.org/

Weight of the Nation: Children in Crisis

What: Part 3 of HBO documentary series on the US obesity epidemic. Group discussion follows. Hosted by Brighter Day Natural Foods and Health Restoration Consulting. When: Tue. Aug. 21, 6 p.m. Where: Coastal GA Ctr, 305 Fahm St Cost: Free and open to the public.

Flannery O’Connor Lecture: Award-Winning Writer Luis Alberto Urrea

What: Urrea is the author of 14 books, including The Devil’s Highway (2004 Pulitzer finalist). The Ursrey Memorial Lecture Series, presented by The Flannery O’Connor Childhood Home. When: Tue. Aug. 21, 7 p.m. Where: Trinity United Methodist Church, 225 W. President Street Cost: Free and open to the public

Wednesday Savannah Solar Summit

What: Half-day conference, presented by GA Solar Energy Assn. When: Wed. Aug. 22, 8 a.m.-12 p.m. Where: Hyatt Regency, 2 W. Bay Cost: Free, registration requested Info: 404-522-4775 . gasolar.org/

Nuclear Ship Savannah: Historical Marker Dedication & Celebration

What: Recognizing the world’s first nuclear-powered passenger and cargo ship. Speaker and reception. When: Wed. Aug. 22, 5 p.m. Where: International Trade and Convention Center, Hutchinson Island Cost: Free and open to the public Info: http://www.georgiahistory.com/

Film: Ninja Terminator (1985, Hong Kong)

What: When a poor schizophrenic’s

charismatic new father figure turns out to be Australia’s most prolific serial killer, the teen must choose between loyalty to his bullying mentor and his sense of morality. When: 2, 5 and 8 p.m. Sun. Aug. 19 Where: Muse Arts Warehouse, 703 Louisville Rd. Cost: $8 cs

Lonely Hearts Club, Ogeechee chapter by Jim Morekis | jim@connectsavannah.com

The news came last week that Georgia’s rather optimistically named Environmental Protection Division has, after months of controversy, granted another discharge permit on the Ogeechee River to King America Finishing. For many, what few strings were attached to this slightly modified permit — they can’t discharge quite as many cancer–causing chemicals, and after five years of apparently illegal discharges they'll only have to pay a million bucks — made the decision almost more insulting than if the old permit had just been reinstated. Those living along the river are beyond outraged, insisting that the river is “ruined” — a common word in this debate — and that King America not only got off incredibly lightly, but probably is the beneficiary of a venal and corrupt political oligarchy. I tend to agree, and can only add: Welcome to my world! Take a seat over here with me, among these cobwebs and rolling tumbleweeds. And welcome to the lonely life of a conservationist in the state of Georgia in 2012! You see, these outraged people living along the Ogeechee aren’t your typical wacko communist eco–nazi tree–hugging hippies. Heaven forbid. No, these are “salt of the earth” Real Americans™ who live right, vote right (way to the right) and are convinced government — in this case Georgia EPD — is never the solution, only the problem. And now what I’m hearing from them are calls to vote the bums out who caused all this — that is to say, the bums they themselves voted in — and get back to responsible stewardship of natural resources. Again, I agree with them. But as an old hand at this sort of thing, it’s hard to muster much outrage over something that’s unfortunately quite commonplace in Georgia. No, the Ogeechee’s not “my” river and I may not have standing to be so blithe about it — but then again, the Ogeechee is no one’s private property, any more than the

Savannah or the Altamaha or the Oconee. In the manner of an uncle shaking his head while a young nephew is trying to figure out how to ask a girl he likes to the dance, or how to drive a stick shift, I confess I'm a little bemused at their newfound sense of environmental sensitivity and their obviously sincere desire for change. The answer’s right there in front of you, but if you haven’t done it before, it’s still a shock to the system. But I politely bite my tongue, not only because for the most part these outraged citizens are very nice, hospitable people but also because they have lots of guns! And I try not to say what I’m thinking, things like: “Take a number,” or “Where were you guys when they started doing the same thing to the Savannah River only on a much bigger scale?” Or even, in unguarded moments: “I tried to tell y'all this is what would happen if you kept on voting for people who value short– term economic growth over long–term environmental protection, but nobody wanted to hear it.” I knew long ago, beyond a shadow of doubt, that Georgia EPD wasn’t going to do much of anything to King America, and that the company would almost certainly be able to resume business as usual. (Of course, as usual that and two bucks will get me a small coffee at the Starbucks down the road.) I knew this because that’s the plan. EPD is deliberately underfunded and declawed by the powers–that–be in Atlanta, i.e., the politicians that you and I elect every two and four years. I’m gratified that people now want to vote those bums out — that’s almost always the correct answer and why I’ve come to support term limits — but frankly I’ll

believe it when I see it. See, another purpose of Georgia EPD is to be a convenient scapegoat: A politically compromised government bureaucracy which can take the blame for what elected officials have designed it to do, i.e. not very much. I fully expect that when election time comes around for these office holders in the Ogeechee watershed, they’ll fall back, successfully, on the same old line of blaming the big government meanies in Atlanta. Even though those same office holders have run that big government in Atlanta through essentially a one–party system for the past decade. It’s a shame, but in its waning strength, the opposition party in Georgia has abdicated its role as the usual defender of the environment. The state Democratic Party has become almost completely urban in nature, and to put it bluntly... there ain’t much nature in the urban. In the absence of a functioning two–party system in Georgia, we’re left with rule by the party which historically has done all it could to support the current system, whereby industry essentially polices itself and state agencies exist mainly to help industry maximize profit at the environment’s expense (cough, Public Service Commission, cough). So please, by all means vote the bums out! I’ll do my part too. But don’t be surprised if the new bums are the same as the old bums. The Ogeechee River disaster isn’t a bug, it’s a feature. It’s part of the same cronycorporate system that's made most all our waterways and estuaries dumping grounds for industry and development, and maritime highways for cheap goods from China. Any sitting politician out there right now — including many of those who are publicly wringing their hands and crying crocodile tears over the King America debacle— who tells you they have nothing to do with that corrupt system is either A) Lying; B) Extremely incompetent; or C) Both. cs

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I’ve been called a lot of insulting things in my life. When you’ve been writing about politics and religion and other people’s shoes as long as I have, nasty epithets get hurled your way. It’s just one of those occupational hazards: Instead of losing my arm in a piece of farm machinery, I receive vituperative emails referring to me as a piece of anatomy or a female canine. Mostly, it all rolls down my back. Sticks and stones and all that. But there’s one term that really gets under my skin, a title that I just cannot abide: You can call me anything you like (even late for dinner), but please, do not ever call me “Mrs. Lebos.” “Just what the hell is wrong with that?” asked my father–in–law when I recounted a berating email I’d received that morning about a recent column. “You are Mrs. Lebos. Aren’t you?” He looked confused. “You’re still married to my son, right?” “Yes, but the guy who wrote the email didn’t know that,” I explained. “He assumed it.” “Well, what was he supposed to call you?” “It’s Ms. Lebos. Always. Anything else is presumptive and sexist.” “Pah. Southern people don’t know

about that women’s lib stuff. He was probably just trying to be polite.” I can assure you that the email was far from polite, but my father–in– law’s reaction made me wonder: Is it really still socially acceptable around here to define a woman’s marital status on a first acquaintance? “Of course it’s not,” sighs Dr. Teresa Winterhalter, AASU director of faculty relations and professor of Gender and Women’s Studies. “But few ever stop to give any thought to how the social value placed on a woman’s marital status is such an impediment to women’s worth.” So let’s stop and give it thought. While the title “Mrs.” is not a possessive form of “Mr.” (as in, those cows and that nice lady are the mister’s), it has been an indication of marital status since the 14th century. It actually comes from the word “mistress,” which did not at the time refer to Dan Draper’s floozies but was the female counterpart of “master,” meaning the “woman of the house.” The pronunciation evolved to drop the “r,” morphing to “missus” somewhere in the 16th century. By the time women won the right to vote (it hasn’t even been

a hundred years!), the use of “Mrs.” and “Miss” to delineate between married and unmarried women was ingrained. Yet even in the bad old days, the outrage at assumption was validated. A 1901 editorial in the Sunday Republican of Springfield, Mass., unearthed by noted linguist Ben Zimmer, frets over the “void in the English language” of a neutral female title for the sake of civility: “To call a maiden ‘Mrs.’ is only a shade worse than to insult a matron with the inferior title ‘Miss.’ Yet it is not always easy to know the facts.” The writer puts forth a simple solution: Address all women as “Ms.” Though it took another 75 years, “Ms.” found its way into mainstream cultural vernacular as Gloria Steinem and the many mothers of the feminist movement fought for equal treatment for women in the workplace, in school and throughout society. While we’ve come a long way in gender equalization since the 1970s, consider that women are still paid 77 cents to every dollar made by a man, and no one is talking shit about the hair of any male Olympians. Savannah–based writer Lisa Solod, author of the blog MiddleAgedFeminist.com and a contributor to the

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the emailer didn’t think he was being insulting by addressing me as “Mrs. Lebos” (he did that later, when he called me stupid), but by doing so he revealed preconceptions about my personal life that were irrelevant to the subject. Yes, I am married and of a certain age, but that’s not actually part of the conversation until I say so, ‘k? I’m sure it’s no shocker that I was raised by a mother who never went by anything other than “Ms.” Of course, no one was more surprised than her when I announced 14 years ago that not only was I getting married, I was taking my husband’s last name. My maiden name is long, and although I have an intimate karmic connection with all forms of punctuation, I felt hyphenation was too complicated. At the end of the day it’s about simplicity. So here’s some simple advice for those who haven’t gotten it yet: Y’all need to jettison “Mrs.” from the lexicon unless someone has expressed introduced herself as such. And if you want to write me an email, I’m all good with first names. But you best remember it’s Ms. Lebos if you’re nasty. cs

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Huffington Post, confirms that “Ms.” “helps put us on equal footing, at least initially, with men whose marital status is not revealed by their title.” Yeah. Dudes deal with no such distinction, so why do women? (Solod, who grew up in eastern Tennessee, also makes the ironic point that in verbal usage, Southern accents usually “render ‘Mrs.’ to ‘Miz’ anyway.” But unintentional default is not the same as active attention.) In an informal poll that may have been conducted over cocktails at bar food, a group of women posited that the most egregious use of “Mrs.” in modern times isn’t necessarily about husbands, it’s the implication of how old a woman is perceived to be. “In my experience, it’s age–related. Around here you get ‘Mrs.’ if you’re old enough to drive,” offered Diane Shelley. “Either way, it’s pejorative.” There you go: Doubly offensive. Dr. Winterhalter agrees: “What annoys me the most about ‘Mrs.’ is how women of a certain age are presumed to be married.” I guess it’s the presumption of “Mrs.” that pisses me off so. Maybe

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

Bad for business Police made two arrests after prostitutes were robbed at gunpoint during a “transaction.”

Rebecca Yates, 20, called police to the Econo Lodge on Abercorn saying she was robbed. She told officers she had an ad on a local adult website and serviced several customers in the past couple of days. She said the last customer pulled a gun on her during their transaction, demanded money and forced her into the bathroom. A second male also entered the room and both men went through it looking for cash. Yates said they stole her money and left in a dark colored sedan headed toward Toys ‘R’ Us. A witness saw two black males leaving and get into a dark car. The suspect is described as a black male, medium build with dreadlocks.

The next day police were called again by someone with an ad on a local adult website. Stephanie Feliciano, 27, called police to her room at the Econo Lodge on Gateway Boulevard after she and another girl were held at gunpoint while trying to set up a transaction. The suspect pulled a gun and demanded money and keys. He forced both women into the bathroom and went through the room taking the rest of the cash and personal items. When the women came out of the bathroom the suspect was gone as well as their money, several personal items and a silver 1999 Lexus EX 300 (NC tag). The suspect is a tall, thin, black male with a goatee. Feliciano and Yates were both arrested and charged with prostitution. Police are still looking for the suspects involved in the robberies and car theft. Anyone with information should call Crimestoppers at (912) 234–2020 or text CRIMES (274637). In the body type, include “CStop2020” plus the tip. Tipsters remain anonymous and may qualify for a cash reward.

• A man was charged twice by Metro Marine Patrol Officers after two boating incidents. Francis Mathews, 54, of Port Royal Drive was arrested and released on $10,000 bond after charges of felony removal/alteration of a boat hull identification number and illegal dumping. The charge stems from July 25 when the Police Marine Unit investigated a 20–foot Wellcraft boat that had been set adrift at the public boat ramp under Johnny Mercer Boulevard at Turners Creek. The boat had no motor and the identification numbers had been removed. An officer traced the boat back to Mathews using a partial tag number on a pickup truck seen in the area. He admitted dumping the boat after removing the motor, thinking someone else might want it. The following weekend, Mathews was charged with boating under the influence and operating a vessel

without registration after another officer noticed him ride by in another boat with an expired registration. Those charges are pending. • Police have charged a man in the death of a homeless woman. Just after 5 a.m., police were flagged down by a man who told them he thought someone was dead. He directed them to a makeshift homeless camp in the treeline near Old Hitch and McAlister streets. Police discovered Dezanne Cassandra Davis, 38, the ground, dead of stab wounds. Michael Perry, 34, was detained at the scene and taken in for questioning. He was initially arrested on a outstanding warrant separate from this incident, but has since been charged with homicide. cs Give anonymous crime tips to Crimestoppers at 234-2020

I’m not inviting that guy to the next meeting of my LGBT support group. However, from a certain perspective, he’s got a point. Standard medical opinion is that transsexuals are mentally ill. The revised fourth edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders offers a long description of gender identity disorder that boils down to this: you think you’re the wrong sex, and you’re not happy about it. The International Statistical Classification of Diseases and Related Health Problems calls it transsexualism and defines it this way: “A desire to live and be accepted as a member of the opposite sex, usually accompanied by a sense of discomfort with, or inappropriateness of, one’s anatomic sex, and a wish to make his or her body as congruent as possible with the preferred sex through surgery and hormone treatment.” Fact is, most transsexuals agree there’s something wrong with them. The difference is they think it’s with their bodies, while unsympathetic outsiders say it’s with their heads. The professional view of transsexuality is evolving. DSM-V, currently under development, proposes replacing gender identity disorder with “gender dysphoria.” But others think the whole notion of transsexuality as a disorder should be abandoned.

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In a recent Straight Dope Message Board thread about transsexuality, one commenter offered the following: “People who have gender identity disorders . . . are just dudes dressing up as chicks and/or dudes who have gotten a doctor to mutilate them to have imitation female genitalia (or [the other way around for women], I guess.) . . . GID patients have a mental illness and society should be looking into ways to eradicate that mental illness through some form of treatment that isn’t the equivalent of giving a paranoid schizophrenic who thinks he’s Napoleon a bicorn hat and a saber.” Care to comment? —Startled Lurker

Not to get all peace-and-love about it, but the core issue really is unhappiness. DSM-III dropped the old classification of homosexuality as a disorder because of the dawning realization that whatever gays and lesbians might be unhappy about, it wasn’t about being gay or lesbian as such—the main issue was social disapproval. In contrast, even with all the social acceptance in the world, transsexuals are still going to think they’re the wrong sex. Some researchers think a percentage of transsexuals have an underlying physiological condition, essentially a wrong-gendered brain. Regardless, few in the field believe transsexual impulses can be eradicated or cured. The surgery part is what makes some people recoil. Another way to look at it is that sex reassignment surgery or hormone treatment is more like a full-body tattoo. Would I do it? No, but I don’t much care if other people do. The question is whether reassignment makes transsexuals happy. Most studies say yes, but that conclusion was questioned by the UK newspaper the Guardian in 2004. Having interviewed several SRS patients who said they were no happier after surgery and felt they’d made a big mistake, the paper commissioned the Aggressive Research Investigative Facility (ARIF) at the University of Birmingham to review the medical reports. ARIF’s conclusion: most studies of SRS outcomes were fatally flawed, the major failing being that a huge percentage of SRS patients dropped out of sight. One study found that of 727 subjects who had undergone male-to-female SRS, 539 had a known address, 420 of those had a correct known address, 417 of those were still alive, 355 of those agreed to participate, and 232 of those returned their forms. Of the last group, 86 percent rated “happiness with result” at 8 or higher on a 10-point scale, and only four percent said 5 or below. A large-scale 2011 study from the Netherlands found treated transsexuals had much higher than normal death rates due to suicide, drug abuse, AIDS, and so on. Then again, other studies have concluded that while post-ops have high suicide rates, pre-ops’ are even higher. The subject deserves more investigation. If I were desperate enough to consider sex reassignment surgery seriously, I’d still want to be damn sure it would help. cs

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Government in Action! • Miniature golf is remarkably simple to play, requiring neither experience nor much exertion, and even toddlers can negotiate their own brand of fun on the course. However, in March, a set of “accessible design” standards went into effect, under the Americans With Disabilities Act, governing such things as the “slope” of courses (maximum 1:4 rise on some holes), the maximum length of the blades if artificial turf is used, and the minimum area of the “tee-off ” landing (48 inches by 60 inches, with a slope not steeper than 1:48). • The only unlimited-issue U.S. visa allowing fast-lane entrance for certain foreign workers is the O-1, available to

those (e.g., scientists, technology engiA Government Accountability Office neers) who, in the opinion of the State report in July revealed that the federal Department, demonstrate “extraordigovernment’s vast properties include nary ability.” Reuters reported in June about 14,000 offices and buildings that that an O-1 recently went to British are vacant (or nearly so), but which journalist Piers Morgan, whose extraorthe government still pays to maintain dinariness seems limited to replacing (at about $190 million a year). (A large Larry King on his CNN interview probuilding in Washington, D.C.,’s Georgegram, and another to Shera Bechard, town -- among the most valuable real Playboy’s Miss November estate in the city -- has 2010, whose other accomsat mostly unused for plishment seems to be more than 10 years.) the creation of an online (3) The Miami-Dade photo-sharing experience County, Fla., governcalled “Frisky Friday.” ment confirmed in zombie-eyed • Canadian rap singer April that it had disgranny starver Manu Militari was, until covered, in storage, 298 earlier this year, sufficiently brand-new vehicles that patriotic to have received had been purchased in more than $100,000 in 2006-2007, but which government grants that had never been used. originated with the CanaPolice Report dian Heritage department. However, a June • New Mexico is an video released ahead of “open carry” state, with his new album “L’Attente” otherwise-law-abiding portrayed Afghan Taliban adults authorized to disfighters targeting a conplay loaded handguns voy of Canadian soldiers, in public. However, in planting a roadside bomb and aiming the town of Vaughn (pop. 500, located their rifles at the Canadians’ heads. mid-nowhere), perhaps the only ones Over 150 Canadian soldiers have died not authorized to carry are the town’s fighting the Taliban and their insurgent two police officers. Chief Ernest Armijo allies. had been convicted in 2011 of crimi• Forgetful: (1) USA Today, quotnal nonsupport of a wife and two sons, ing a Pentagon official, reported in July and among the conditions of probation that, during the last decade, the Pentawas the prohibition on gun possesgon had paid “late fees” totaling $610 sion. Deputy Brian Bernal has his own million for not returning leased shipdomestic issue: a conviction for family ping containers by the due dates. (2) violence that bars him, under federal

law, from carrying. • Most people who call an FBI field office would be in serious trouble if they left an answering-machine message for a named agent, along with the caller’s name and telephone number, in a message consisting of at least 13 F-word epithets threatening to “break (the agent’s) (F-word) neck.” However, when Thomas Troy Bitter left the message at the San Diego field office, according to a July report in OC Weekly, the agency, after initially charging Bitter, quietly dropped the prosecution with no further repercussions. OC Weekly speculated that Bitter is a confidential informant whom the FBI was late in paying. • Specialist Perps: (1) In May, Chicago police arrested a man they believed had just minutes earlier used a Bobcat front-end loader to crash through the window of a Family Dollar store and steal two cans of deodorant and a handful of gift cards (and nothing else) and walk away. (2) Police in Lorain, Ohio, were looking in June for a black man about 18 years old who had been seen on surveillance video breaking into the same Sunoco convenience store several times recently and taking up to $600 worth of Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups.

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Least Competent Criminals (1) Police in Lewiston, Idaho, discovered in July that someone had passed a counterfeit $1 bill. A veteran officer told the Lewiston Tribune that counterfeiting a $1 bill is so stupid that he had seen only one in his life, made by a junior-high student to pay off a bully. (2) In June, firefighters were called to a trolley stop in

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(1) Rodney Valentine, 37, was released from jail in Wentworth, N.C., on July 21 about 8 a.m., but adamantly refused to leave until deputies agreed to drive him to a local motel. They declined, and by noon, Valentine had been re-arrested and charged with trespassing in the jail. (2) TSA Meets Its Match: Jonah Falcon told Huffington Post that he recently survived a pat-down at San Francisco International Airport. Falcon was named in a 1999 HBO documentary as having the largest penis on record, and apparently the “suspicious” bulge drew the attention of the TSA screener, who patted him down and dusted him with explosive-detecting powder before releasing him. cs By chuck shepherd UNIVERSAL PRESS SYNDICATE

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on their album that would just blow me away,” Dillon explains. “That’s what first got me into acoustic guitar. It was so honest and such a perfect representation of what’s going on in that studio at that moment. From that point I started listening to bands like Dashboard Confessional, all acoustic. I think it was probably about the same for Jantzen. “About four or five years ago, we fell in love with Yonder. And the Avett Brothers — I’m from Asheville so I was subjected to quite a lot of their shows. I probably saw them 20 times before 2007. Scott Avett’s definitely the guy that taught us that you can do some crazy stuff with the banjo. And Jantzen found a lot of influence in Dave Carroll, the banjo player from Trampled By Turtles, from Minnesota.” Although there is a full Old North State band, because they’re strictly DIY the bros have left the bassist and drummer back home. They’re playing these shows strictly as a twosome. “Old North State” is, of course, North Carolina’s State Song. “Even though we consider ourselves to be a Colorado band, we’re North Carolina people,” Dillon Wray says. “So we wanted that pride to carry through.”

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But a close listen to the two Sent By Ravens albums, Our Graceful Words and last year’s powerful Mean What You Say, reveals a direct and unmistakable lyrical line to all things Christian. The band is signed to Tooth & Nail Records, a Seattle–based independent Christian label. According to lead singer and chief lyricist Zach Riner — a native of Swainsboro, Ga., by the way — the association with Tooth & Nail

has been both a blessing and a ... well, something slightly less than a blessing. As the band visits the Rock House for what may be the last time (read the interview), they’re in good company: Savannah’s Cusses are in the opening slot, to be preceded onstage by Fur Elise and Color Codes. It’s an all–ages show, which is rare for Cusses and something the guys in Sent By Ravens — who strive to be all–inclusive — encouraged. Is this a farewell tour? And if so, why? Zach Riner: We call it an extended hiatus. It’s gonna give us time to really spend more time with our families,

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do, don’t care. We have fans that don’t believe the same things we believe, and I’m happy for that. Because what I believe, I don’t want to force that on somebody. Everybody has to make their own decision, and it’s not a “you have to do this” kind of thing. Our message is more of just love, and not so much religion.

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and make some money. Because music these days, unless you get lucky or have some external help, it makes it hard when you’re married and have kids. I think it’s the best thing for all of us. We’re not planning on doing anything new, but it could possibly happen in the future. We’re not breaking up, because that takes away the option of us doing another record in the future. But as of right now, we’re going to completely focus on our families and some other projects. Everybody’s cool with each other; it’s not a weird split or anything.

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In which motormouthed comic Eddie Griffin decides to keep our conversation low-key by Bill DeYoung

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For a man whose rapid– fire monologues are the stuff of comedy legend, Eddie Griffin sure keeps a tight lid on things in an interview setting. All the more surprising because his standup shows usually clock in around two hours. Straight. Nonstop. Gut–busting funny. Yet here he is, on the phone from Los Angeles, and the journalist on the other end of the telephone (that’d be yours truly) is attempting, unsuccessfully, to draw him out. As evidenced by his latest Comedy Central special, You Can Tell ‘Em I Said It, Griffin – who’ll be at the Johnny Mercer Theatre Saturday night – is one of the most engaging and diverse comedians playing A–list theaters today. His takes on everything from religion to rappers are unique and inspired. His language of choice, to be sure, is urban and adult — don’t bring the kids to this one — but he is profoundly insightful and takes his subject matter into unpredictably cerebral areas. He’s also a former professional dancer who choreographed routines for the Kansas City Chiefs’ halftime shows. You may have seen the Missouri native in the underrated Undercover

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Are you writing constantly? Eddie Griffin: Pretty much. Forty– four hours a day, yeah. Does everything you see strike you as funny? Eddie Griffin: Man, everything except taking care of your kids is fuckin’ funny. You’re known for keeping your private life private. Eddie Griffin: Yeah. You should compartmentalize, you know what I mean? This is entertainment, and this is reality. A lot of comics tell me that they can’t be “on” all the time. Eddie Griffin: Yeah, comedians are very serious people. You have to be, because you’re serious about making people laugh. So you have to dissect what it is, and then put it together, and deliver it in a funny way. Why do you do such long shows?

people. So it rolls from the front to the back, and back to the stage. So you have to take more pauses.

You’re giving me such short answers here, man. Throw me a bone!

What are you working on now?

Eddie Griffin: (laughing) What do you like best about what you do? Eddie Griffin: Making people happy is the funnest part of it, you know. And then going into those places in the brain that you didn’t know you had in there, and then it just pops out of your head. And then you have to laugh to yourself like, goddam, where the fuck did that come from? Do you remember a moment when you went from “some guy in a club” to a theater headliner? Eddie Griffin: I did one club when I started out for a couple of months, the Comedy Store. And Andrew Dice Clay came to see me, and I went from the Comedy Store, which is about a 500–seat room, to 20,000 seats in Madison Square Garden. That’s the only club you’ve ever played?

Eddie Griffin: I’m doing Mucho Dinero right now. Blake Freeman wrote and directed and is producing it. Danny Trejo, who played Machete, and Casper Van Dien who was the lead actor in Starship Troopers. It’s about three guys down on their luck who go down to Colombia. One of them gets kidnapped, and we try to capture the world’s biggest drug lord to get the reward of $25,000,000. And none of us got any kind of fuckin’ military training. And we have to join the cartel and all that shit to get to the motherfuckers. It’s funny–ass shit. Do you still dance at all? Eddie Griffin: Most definitely. Rhythm is the dance and dance is the rhythm. I used to have this riddle: Which came first, the dance or the music? The dance.

the music in his head. OK, here’s the Barbara Walters question. Which gives you more satisfaction, acting or standup? Eddie Griffin: All the above. We’re all 360 degrees, and each one of those points count. Otherwise you’re not full circle. Your audiences seem to be racially about half and half .... Eddie Griffin: No, it’s a rainbow coalition. From the cradle to the grave, Asian, Latino, Caucasian, African American, Africans .... Does it matter to you? Because it seems like everybody can find the thread in the things you talk about. Would you change what you’re saying, depending on who you see out there? Eddie Griffin: Not at all. CS Eddie Griffin Where: Johnny Mercer Theatre, Savannah Civic Center, 301 W. Oglethorpe Ave. When: At 8 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 18 Tickets: $37.50–$45 at etix.com

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Brother, or the short–lived TV series Malcolm and Eddie. His filmography includes hits (Redline, Date Movie, John Q, the Deuce Bigalow series), and misses (Norbit, Pinnochio), and he even got to play his comedy hero, Richard Pryor, in the TV movie Pryor Offenses. In 2004, Griffin wrote and starred in My Baby’s Daddy. Gifted, prolific and verbose, Griffin is friendly and polite on the phone. But man, he doesn’t say a whole lot.

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Savannah’s newest dame in all her gothic glory

This is where artist and illustrator Dame Darcy—internationally beloved for her neo–gothic comic book series Meatcake—has headquartered a burgeoning empire that rings publishing, game design and fashion. Take cover, ‘cause it’s all about to blow: Her latest book, The Handbook for Hot Witches, drops next week. Her online video game is almost complete. Her retail shop is ready to roll, now that she’s finished imbuing every last corner of this formerly bland real estate office with shimmery pink paint and fancy flourishes. “I wanted it to feel like being inside a big cake,” muses the dame, dressed in “work” clothes that nevertheless still involve a cute frock with a ruffled hem. “Or maybe an ice cream sundae.” Part gallery, part high–tech studio with sprinkles of fairy dust and mermaid scales throughout, the House of Dame Darcy is indeed a glorious confection. It’s also place for this eclectic free spirit to pull together her myriad disciplines and finally call home. A veteran of the alternative comic book scene for almost 20 years, Dame Darcy first began publishing Meatcake with Seattle–based Fantagraphics in 1993. The comic’s quirky characters spawned legions of fans all over the world (to say she’s huge in Japan is no empty boast) and led to the graphic novels Frightful Fairytales (2002) and Gasoline (2008). Famous collaborations include artwork for Marvel Comics writer Alan Moore and social critic Poppy Z. Brite as well as lacy Victorian renderings for The Illustrated Jane Eyre, published by Putnam Penguin in 2006. Inspired by and informing the girly fashion subculture known as “Gothic Lolita,” Dame Darcy draws a fantasy world that’s as pretty as a little rich girl’s dollhouse but contains deliciously dark shadows: Her spindly pen–and–ink drawings coupled with a penchant for elaborate couture evoke the suspicion that she might be the lovechild of Edward Gorey and Lady Gaga.

This is what I wanted to do 20 years ago, what I was pitching to people in big cities,” she says. “Now the technology is so accessible we can do it ourselves. and a gamut of tech–headed college students who could help develop an online gaming community, Dame Darcy also found a cozy simpatico in Savannah’s Victorian architecture and charmingly creepy vibe. “The homes, the trees, the cemeteries, the ocean…I thought, ‘Whoa, this place looks like my mind!” Properly ensconced in an appropriate gothic setting, she set to work on Paper Doll Dreams, an animated game based on her drawings that allows players to explore and interact in a magical world where mermaids help clean the ocean and characters win fabulous fashions. Bonaventure Cemetery and historic house façades make appearances. (Catch a preview on damedarcy.com.) Aided by a full– time programmer and a committed crew of interns, Dame Darcy has built a virtual world to encompass her books and fashion (her own line as well as other designers) and engage the ever–important under 25 market. “This is what I wanted to do 20 years ago, what I was pitching to people in big cities,” she says. “Now the technology is so accessible we can do it ourselves.” The theme of feminist femininity— that girls can be pretty and smart— guides Paper Doll Dreams as it does

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Dame Darcy’s new book: Geared to crafty and clever young girls 11–15, The Handbook for Hot Witches features her signature sketches of lovely ladies along with practical how–to’s, sane beauty tips, friendly pagan magic and valuable nuggets of feminine empowerment: Think The Daring Book for Girls meets Harry Potter. Cross promotion is a given. “Multimedia is now an asset, whereas before no one would take you seriously if you wrote graphic novels, were into video games and played the banjo. In today’s world, the more you can do the better, because you can keep referring back to everything else.” Yes, the banjo: Add “musician” to Dame Darcy’s long resume. She’s recorded several albums with her band, Death By Doll, whose electropop riffs pepper the Paper Doll

Dreams soundtrack. Her repertoire also includes hundreds of raucous sea shanties and bluegrass murder ballads. Upcoming gigs include the “Naughty Nautical Cabaret” at the Sparetime on Sept. 28. Now that she’s planted roots, there’s no stopping the flow: In the works are another graphic novel series, this one based on her rural childhood called Black Rainbow Ranch, as well as one– of–a–kind gift dolls and a deck of illustrated tarot cards. And now that she’s made the neighborhood a frillier, more colorful place, Dame Darcy wants to forge collaboration with the city’s many artists, musicians and creative weirdos. “I believe this is the next bohemian epicenter,” she declares. “I’ve been searching for Savannah for a long time.” Standing in her new domain on a purple–swirled floor next to a giant yellow mushroom, the dame seems right at home. cs The Handbook for Hot Witches is available at damedacrycy.com and Amazon.com.

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Actually, she was raised by “cowboy hippies” in the mountains of Idaho, where it’s not exactly a surprise that she stood out. “I was definitely goth in high school. The only goth,” she says drolly, recalling that she spent her afternoons drawing little books that included a reimagination of Cinderella with giant feet. “My mother said, ‘Let’s get you into art school.’” She nabbed a full ride to the San Francisco Art Institute, where she majored in film and animation and crafted her first issue of Meatcake. Arriving in New York after graduation armed with her punk–Victorian fashion sense, impressive animation reel and boundless chutzpah, she talked her way into meetings with the Cartoon Network and MTV. While she built a solid income as a freelancer, the networks didn’t bite on her original concepts. “I was too weird,” she shrugs. “I was interested in programming for women that was edgy and artistic.” After 9/11, she decamped to L.A. for prominent fine art gigs that included painting murals in the homes of Courtney Love and Margaret Cho, designing for Anna Sui and a stint teaching art in public schools. All the while, she kept looking for backers to make Meatcake come alive onscreen. It wasn’t until she found herself in Savannah a year and a half ago that she realized she didn’t need any guys in suits to make her dreams bear fruit. Drawn here first by low overhead

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Wild Wing’s unexpectedly delicious veggie plate with spinach dip was a highlight of the recent ‘Pup Crrawl’ event; the next one happens in September

Two words: Pup Crawl! Storm clouds rolled in and puddles formed in every low– lying spot, but that didn’t slow down participants in last week’s Humane Society of Greater Savannah Pup Crawl. The fund raiser for the owner–surrendered animal shelter was a success despite the rain. If you missed it this month, mark Sept. 9 on your calendar — that’s the next Pup Crawl. Participants purchase a $10 souvenir cup and then follow a map to event sponsors. There, crawlers get a free or discounted drink in their cup and, if they make an additional purchase, get a raffle ticket for a basket of pet goodies. I started at The Rail Pub, where I purchased my up from the Humane Society’s “Pup Crawl HQ.” A quick stop inside bar landed a draft PBR in my cup and I was off and walking. Next stop: Flip Flop Tiki Bar. There I was poured a cocktail laced with rum and blue curacao that was as attractive in the cup as it was

refreshing. The bar, like the other destinations, sported a bright banner out front and water bowls for crawlers with four–legged friends in tow – or in the lead. After a good visit with the bartender, I took my remaining cocktail and hit the sidewalks again to sample Moon River Brewing Co.’s contribution. Participating bars can give a free or discounted drink. So far, mine had been free and pretty much covered the cost of my cup. Moon River has hopping with regular guests — I hit the door right on their Pup Crawl start time — but I found a seat at the bar and was promptly poured an Apparition Ale. This English–style Pale Ale is one of Brewmaster John Pinkerton’s staple

beers. Its mild bitterness was just the thing to cleanse away the sweetness of my rum cocktail. I had looked forward to meeting up with friends in City Market to enjoy wings and the drink from Wild Wing Caf e. Skies were still pretty clear when I got there. I stopped to swap tales with veteran Savannah performer Bucky Bryant and then grabbed a courtyard table. Wild Wings was offering a $4 margarita — I opted to pass and chose to spend an extra buck for a Blue Moon IPA, staying in the pale ale theme I had started at Moon River. I was surprised to see a veggie plate with spinach dip on the menu, and ordered one to crunch on while waiting for my friends. The veggies were good and cold, fresh and crunchy. The dip is not extraordinary, and was a little watery. Still, it was a fresh start. I didn’t feel like getting covered with wing sauce and selected Wild Wings’ “feathers,” boneless skewers

of chicken sauced with any one of the restaurant’s huge selection of flavors. I went with Loco Bueno, a honey– lime–cilantro that is a little savory and a lot sweet. A side of French fries accompanied. I was enjoying the chicken — moist, flavorful and a good and plenty four pieces — when the rain began. I huddled with lots of Pup Crawlers and their pets under cover. When the sheets of rain subsided to drops, I darted through back alleys for a quick free margarita at Taco Abajo and called it a night. I did not make it to Corleone’s, Congress Street Social Club or The Salt Table. The city’s liberal open container law makes fun events like this possible, and sponsoring bars and restaurants keep it lively. The Humane Society survives on donations — not government support — and counts this among its best fund drives. Learn more about the next Pup Crawl at www.humanesocietysav.org/.

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Singer/songwriter Ingrid Michaelson, who does the “sensitive nerdy girl” look to perfection (in her photos, she’s usually wearing black–rimmed glasses) is coming to the Trustees Theater Oct. 18. It’s a stripped–down, all–acoustic show with a tiny band, and support act Sugar + The Hi–Lows. Michaelson’s most recent album, Human Again, entered the Billboard Top 200 at No. 5. You’ve heard her songs in dozens of moves, and TV shows including Grey’s Anatomy, One Tree Hill and Brothers & Sisters. Tickets are $25 at savannahboxoffice. com.

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• George Jones. Aug. 17. Johnny Mercer Theatre. • Eddie Griffin. Aug. 18. Johnny Mercer Theatre. • Square Fest. Aug. 25. Forsyth Park. • Savannah Craft Brew Fest. Aug. 26– Sept. 6. Westin Resort. • Midnight Garden Ride. Sept. 1. Ponderosa concert in Telfair Square. • North Mississippi Allstars/Sister Hazel. Sept. 2. Westin Resort. • Savannah Pride Festival with JoJo concert. Sept. 8. Forsyth Park. • Savannah Philharmonic. Sept. 8. Lucas Theatre. • Elton John. Sept. 15. Martin Luther King Arena. • Film screening: Citizen Kane. Trustees Theater. • Film screening: Gone With the Wind. Sept. 21. Lucas Theatre. • Savannah Jazz Festival. Sept. 23–30. • Ron White. Sept. 30. Johnny Mercer Theatre. • Savannah Folk Festival. Sept. 12–14, various venues. • New Edition. Sept. 30. Johnny Mercer Theatre. • Suddenly Last Summer. The

Collective Face. Oct. 5–20. • Tybee Island Pirate Fest. Oct. 5 and 6. Vince Neil concert Oct. 6. • Film screening: Rebel Without a Cause. Trustees Theater. • Picnic in the Park. Oct. 7. Forsyth Park. • Anthony Hamilton. Oct. 7. Johnny Mercer Theatre. • Savannah Philharmonic Chamber Concert. Oct. 11. Telfair Academy. • Savannah Folk Music Festival. Oct. 12–14. • Bonnie Raitt. Oct. 13. Johnny Mercer Theatre. • Louis C.K. Oct. 17. Johnny Mercer Theatre. • Ingrid Michaelson. Oct. 18. Trustees Theatre. • The Last Days of Judas Iscariot. Oct. 18–21. SCAD Mondanaro Theatre. • Savannah Philharmonic. Oct. 19. Lucas Theatre. • Great Ogeechee Seafood Festival. Oct. 19–22. Richmond Hill. • Film screening: Clue. Oct. 20. Lucas Theatre. • Graveface Fest. Oct. 27. Southern Pine Co. • Savannah Film Festival. Oct. 27– Nov. 3. • Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon. Nov. 3. • Needtobreathe. Nov. 8. Johnny Mercer Theatre. • Children’s Book Festival. Nov. 10. Forsyth Park. CS

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through August 31Local 11ten, 1110 Bull St. Doing Their Part: Girl Scouts in WWII — The Mighty Eighth Air Force Museum hosts this exhibit in honor of their outstanding wartime contributions on the homefront. This temporary exhibit will be in place throughout 2012 in celebration of the Girl Scout’s 100th Anniversary. Mighty Eighth Air Force Museum, 175 Bourne Ave., Pooler Girl Scout Centennial Exhibit: Doing Their Part! Girl Scouts in World War II — Exhibit in honor of the Girl Scouts’ outstanding wartime contributions on the Homefront. Open throughout 2012 in celebration of the Girl Scouts’ 100th anniversary. Mighty Eighth Air Force Museum, 175 Bourne Ave., Pooler mightyeighth.org/ Jerome Lawrence — The artist was diagnosed in 1982 as paranoid schizophrenic, but continued to paint. Jerome literally painted himself out of the corner his illness had driven him to. His commissioned works are featured in collections around the Southeast, and he has exhibited at the High Museum of Art and the Carter Center. The show will be on display until October 28. St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 34th and Abercorn Journey to the Beloved Community — Story quilts By Beth Mount, who partners with the Telfair Museum and sculptor and artist Jerome Meadows to bring this celebration of Citizen Advocacy relationshipbuilding to town. July 19 - October 14. Jepson Center for the Arts, 207 W. York St. Luc Ebner — Ebner works with oil on glass to explore multiple visual perspectives.

The Butcher art gallery, 19 E Bay St, downtown Savannah, Georgia. Exhibition runs through September 4. The Butcher , 19 E. Bay St. Savannah & The Lowcountry: Homes, Squares & Marshes — A show of watercolors, oils and acrylics by Savannah artists Mimi Diamond and Wayne Chambers will hang through August 30 in the Hospice Savannah Art Gallery, located directly across from the Health Department. Percentage of sales will benefit the work of Hospice Savannah. Hospice Savannah Art Gallery , 1352 Eisenhower Dr. Stranger in Paradise: The Works of Rev. Howard Finster — Exhibition features 168 works by visionary north Georgia artist Howard Finster. Exhibit up through August 19. Jepson Center for the Arts, 207 W. York St. The Efflorescent Present — Mixed media work of Jessica Sornson. Each piece in this series has transformed from a rusty old saw blade into a fully functioning clock with organic designs. Exhibit runs August 6- 31. A reception for the artist will be held on Friday, August 17 from 6-8 pm. Gallery Espresso, 234 Bull St. Vibrant Life — Work by local folk/abstract artist Jeff Zeigler. Currently one can call (912) 655-4204, or e-mail jeffzeigler2007@ gmail.com in order to set up viewing time appointments. Decisions Business Center, 2702 Hopkins St. Visions of the Prophet — Selected works from the Telfair’s expansive collection of Kahlil Gibran’s visual art. May 26–September 16 at the Telfair Academy. Telfair Academy, Telfair Square cs

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As the dapper yet duplicitous Cam Brady (modeled after John Edwards?), Ferrell is allowed one or two of his patented freak–out scenes but for the most part keeps his over– the–top shtick in check. Yet the real surprise is Galifianakis. An actor who has aggravated me to no end in all of his screen ventures to date (particularly Due Date and, dare I say it, The Hangover and its sequel), he adopts the right delivery tone for Marty Huggins. Whereas Ferrell only gives us a political caricature (not his fault; the role’s written that way), Galifianakis allows us to also see the man behind the public front: a sweet, soft–spoken simpleton with a penchant for

loud, tacky shirts and calendars featuring animals dressed like humans (his favorite: the giraffe wearing high heels). Those of us who live in the South see this type at least on a weekly basis, which makes the actor’s performance all the more endearing and/or annoying.

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the movie settles down and focuses on the efforts of Cross to evade a government that now views him as expendable; his only ally is Dr. Marta Shearing (Rachel Weisz), a scientist who finds herself similarly disposable. Thanks to Weisz’s performance, her character becomes the audience surrogate more than Renner’s impenetrable Aaron Cross, who isn’t given enough dimension to emerge from Jason Bourne’s shadow. The action sequences, a vivid draw in the other films (particularly The Bourne Ultimatum), run hot–and– cold here: A battle inside Marta’s home is superbly orchestrated, but a climactic chase through the streets of Manila is overbaked, particularly when one notes that the assassin in pursuit proves to be as indestructible as a T–1000 sent from the future.

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Total Recall

For those who don’t keep up with the show–biz trades, there are several notable remakes in the works, all promising to offer different takes on established classics that themselves were based on popular literary works. One studio is prepping a new version of Jaws, but without a shark in its storyline. Another promises a new All Quiet on the Western Front, yet stripping it of its World War I setting. And still another is planning to rework Airport where there’s nary a plane in sight. Surely I jest, you wonder. Well, yes (and don’t call me Shirley, to quote from the Airport spoof Airplane!).

But if the new version of Total Recall is any example, such excessive liberties might not be out of the realm of possibility in the future. Here we have a story that pivotally centers around Mars, and the angry red planet has been completely excised from the project, popping up only in a throwaway line muttered by the film’s hero (“I always wanted to go to Mars”). Author Philip K. Dick wrote “We Can Remember It for You Wholesale” in 1966 – a short story, it told of a working–class man who, long wanting to travel to Mars (which in this future setting has been colonized), visits a corporation (Rekal, Inc.) that specializes in memory implants. But as the procedure gets under way, it seems as if he has actually been to Mars, previously working there as a secret agent with a license to kill. In 1990, director Paul Verhoeven and various screenwriters (including Dan O’Bannon and Ronald Shusett, the pair who penned the original 1979 Alien) took this premise and expanded on it, turning the short story into a feature–length assignment and having their protagonist actually visit Mars rather than just remembering it. This version has just been released on Blu–ray, so it’s easy to revisit it and notice just how much the 2012 take manages to reduce the scope of the story, turning it from spectacle to footnote. Verhoeven’s version isn’t in the same league as two terrific films based on Dick stories, Ridley Scott’s Blade Runner and Steven Spielberg’s Minority Report, but it nevertheless ranks as one of star Arnold Schwarzenegger’s more enjoyable outings. The big lug plays Douglas Quaid, whose trip to the memory–implant joint unleashes disturbing memories that suggest his present life – complete with boring job and hot wife (Sharon Stone as Lori) – isn’t exactly what it seems. Sure enough, Quaid finds out that he’s no ordinary laborer but rather a highly skilled government operative who switched sides and joined the rebels to topple the existent, and oppressive, hierarchy. Seeking to further establish his true identity, he journeys to Mars, where he hooks up with his former squeeze, a freedom fighter named Melina (Rachel Ticotin), and her comrades in arms. As a filmmaker, Verhoeven has always been somewhat of a sadist – witness the protracted shooting of Murphy in Robocop, the fecal–tinged

humiliation of Rachel in Black Book, the mere existence of Showgirls – and his bloodlust is on display in this picture, where one bullet piercing a body won’t do when there’s a full clip to unload into human flesh. Yet the violence is hard to take seriously since it’s placed alongside the borderline–camp moments that sprinkle the piece: When the leader of the rebels turns out to be Baby Herman from Who Framed Roger Rabbit, it’s clear that the satirical bull’s–eyes Verhoeven nailed in Robocop have here been turned into a more benign state of rib–nudging. Nothing in the new Total Recall deserves even a C+, let alone an A. Director Len Wiseman and his scribes have completely removed the Martian element, electing to keep the action earthbound. Thus, we have a home planet that, after being decimated by war, now holds only two inhabitable locations: The Colony (Australia) and The United Federation of Britain. As before, Douglas Quaid (Colin Farrell) inadvertently drags up old memories, seeks to help stop a tyrannical ruler (Bryan Cranston), teams up with Melina (Jessica Biel), and gets his ass kicked by Lori (Kate Beckinsale, Wiseman’s real–life spouse). Keeping Total Recall on Earth is a dubious decision, but whatever – but without the Mars material, Wiseman and company do nothing to fill in the blanks. The movie is just the usual CGI soullessness, with the artificiality overwhelming the actors.

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together while residing on a New England island. Prior to their great escape, Sam is a Boy Scout under the care of Scout Master Ward (Edward Norton) while Suzy lives with her eccentric parents (Bill Murray and Frances McDormand) and younger brothers. Once the pair go MIA, all of the adults, led by the police chief (Bruce Willis), spring into action, with even the film’s voice–over narrator (Bob Balaban) dropping by to lend a hand! Anderson’s visual compositions are often astounding – they move beyond representing mere whimsical mimicry to channeling the dollhouse panoramas and Boys’ Life directives that have fueled many a childhood fantasy – and the film’s humor offers sly, knowing winks and jolting sight gags alike.

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Set eight years after the end of The Dark Knight, Bruce Wayne’s days of being a recluse are over once a cat burglar named Selina Kyle (Anne Hathaway) breaks into his safe, ostensibly after a pearl necklace but actually after something that will prove damaging to the billionaire. Selina repeatedly encounters Bruce both in and out of his Batman costume, but she isn’t the real threat to either him or the city at large. That honor goes to Bane (Tom Hardy), a man–mountain so intimidating that even the faithful Alfred urges his master to run the other way. Bane instigaties a reign of terror that topples the local government, neutralizes the police force, and pits the citizens of Gotham against each other. Some of the middle–act excess would have been better served by more Christian Bale, more Michael Caine, and especially more Hathaway. Her Selina Kyle (interestingly, she’s never called Catwoman in the actual film) is a fascinating character, a possibly bisexual beauty whose athletic prowess is matched not only by her sharp intellect but also her quirky sense of humor. She provides The Dark Knight Rises with most of its levity; the rest of the time, this brooding, bruising movie is content building its reputation as a black beauty. CS

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rating but specifically geared toward mature moviegoers seeking a respite from blockbusters aimed at younger audiences. Hope Springs even reunites the actress with her Prada director, David Frankel. Yet despite the star teaming of Streep and Tommy Lee Jones, the picture is a letdown, saved from complete irrelevance by, you guessed it, the superlative turns by the two leads. The premise is more than merely promising, centering on a long–married couple who attempt to salvage their stale relationship by spending a week at an out–of–town counseling retreat. Kay (Streep) is the unhappy one, tired of leading a passion–free life and eager to give the program a chance. Arnold (Jones) is the complacent one, satisfied with his utterly predictable (and utterly dull) existence and prone to complaining nonstop once his wife manages to get him to the seminar. It’s a provocative setup, and with the added attraction of Steve Carell as the counselor, it sounds like it can’t miss. Unfortunately, scripter Vanessa Taylor does remarkably little with this choice idea. She neuters Carell with a part that requires no depth or variation – it’s the first time I’ve ever seen this talented comedian rendered dull – and she initially makes Arnold such an unpleasant man that his inevitable about–face feels more than a little forced. That we stick with the character at all is a testament to Jones’ acting abilities; Streep’s sympathetic spouse means she has an easier time of it, but she still goes beyond the call of script duty to insure that we suffer right alongside this woman.

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Activism & Politics 13th Colony Patriots

cost to register is $100 and riders are to raise a minimum of $100 by the day of the ride. Information: Lauren Grant at 912-350-1524 or grantla1@memorialhealth.com. [072212]

Dine Out to Benefit Savannah Care Center

A group of conservative political activists that meets the 13th of each month at Tubby’s restaurant, 2909 River Drive in Thunderbolt, 6:30pm to 8:30pm. We are dedicated to the preservation of the U. S. Constitution and life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness for all Americans. See our Facebook page or call Michael or Elizabeth at 912.604.4048. All are welcome. [062712]

Monday, July 9th, The Melting Pot restaurant will donate 10% of their proceeds to the Savannah Care Center when you come for dinner. Savannah Care Center is a local pregnancy resource center that provides support to women in unplanned and crisis pregnancies. For further details “like” the Savannah Care Center on Facebook or call 236-0916.

An informal, left-leaning group of folks who meet to talk about politics, the economy, sports, entertainment, and anything else that pops up. Every first and third Thursday, around 7:30 p.m. at Loco’s, 301 W. Broughton St., upstairs. Come join us! DrinkingLiberally.org [062712]

The Young Survival Coalition, Savannah Affiliate presents a celebration of life for cancer survivors, friends, supporters and more. Sunday, August 19, 2pm at the Wilmington Island Club, 501 Wilmington Island Rd. Children’s activities, door prizes, light refreshments, breast cancer awareness exhibitors and more. $5 admission. Contact: 912-897-3933 or yscsavannah@ youngsurvival.org. Information: www.youngsurvival.org/savannah

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Savannah Tea Party Monthly Meetings

First Monday of each month at B&B Burgers, 11108 Abercorn St. Social at 5:30pm. Business meeting at 6pm. All are welcome. Please join us to make a difference concerning local, state and federal policies that affect our way of life. Contact Marolyn Overton at 912-598-7358 or Jeanne Seaver at 912-663-8728f or additional info. [070112]

Veterans for Peace Monthly Meeting

The Savannah chapter of Veterans for Peace meets upstairs at Loco’s, 301 Broughton St. at 7p.m. on the last Monday of each month. VFP is a national organization of men and women of all eras, branches of service, and duty stations that works to expose the true costs of war and to support veterans and civilian victims. 303-550-1158 for more info. [072912]

Benefits American Diabetes Association Kayak for a Kure

Saturday, August 18, 9am-1pm. Paddle three miles from Butterbean Beach to the UGA Marine Extension Center. 9am registration. 10am Paddling begins. $50 registration includes entry, BBQ lunch & drink, live music and goodie bag. Bring your own kayak/paddle/ life jacket. Some kayaks available to borrow. 912-353-8110 ext 3093 for information.

11th Annual “Patrick’s Ride” Registration Now Open

Bicyclists can now register for the 11th annual Harvest of Hope Double Metric Century Bike Ride, to be held Saturday, October 6, 2012. Depart from the Curtis and Elizabeth Anderson Cancer Institute (ACI) at Memorial University Medical Center in Savannah at 6:45 a.m. and cycle 135 miles to the Augusta Marriott Convention Center in Augusta, Ga. Also known as “Patrick’s Ride,” the Harvest of Hope Double Metric Century is a fundraising bicycle ride which raises money for the annual Harvest of Hope weekend retreat for children and adults with cancer and their families. Registration: www.harvestofhoperide.com. Deadline to register and get a guaranteed jersey is July 27. Registrations after that day will be accepted, but riders are not guaranteed a jersey. The

Fourth Annual Pink Tea “Celebration of Life”

Garage Sale to Benefit the Marine Corps League

Too much good stuff to list! Savannah Marine Corps League Detachment 564, First Annual Garage Sale, August 24, 2012 – 8:00am-1:00pm & and August 25, 2012 - 8:00am-1:00pm, VFW Post 660, 5115 Ogeechee Road.

Karma Yoga Class for Local Charities

Bikram Yoga Savannah has added a new weekly Karma Class to raise money for local charities. The Karma Class is held each Monday night during the regular 6:30 p.m. class. Students pay $5 to participate in the class, and all proceeds are donated to a local charity. A different charity is selected each month. Information: bikramyogasavannah.com or 912344-1278/912-356-8280. [072212]

Kick Off Party for Dancing with Savannah Starts Savannah/Chatham Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA), Inc. launches its Fifth Annual Dancing with Savannah Stars with a Kick-Off Party on Thursday, August 16, 5-7pm. Location: Ruth’s Chris, 111 W. Bay St. The 12 person line-up of Savannah celebrities who are competing in this year’s dance competition will be announced. Information including cost: (912) 447-8908 ext. 101.

Patriot Golf Day to benefit Folds of Honor Foundation

Hit the greens for the Red, White and Blue. Donate at least $5 to Folds of Honor and play Savannah’s only PGA event golf course (The Club at Savannah Harbor) for just $60 during Labor Day weekend, (September 3 - 5). Folds of Honor provides post-secondary scholarships for families of military killed or disabled while serving. Club at Savannah Harbor, 2 Resort Drive, Hutchinson Island. Information: 912-2012240. www.theclubatsavannahharbor.com

Wings For Evan, to Benefit 5-year-old Evan Nelms

Come out and support Evan, a five year old boy from Richmond Hill fighting to overcome a rare form of Acute Myeloid Luekemia. $20 donation. Live Music by Port City Ramblers, Silent Auction, Win a Trip to Cozmel, Bone Marrow Donor Drive, Catering by Wild Wing Cafe. Cash Bar. Saturday, August 25, 4-8pm at Wild Wings Cafe in City Market, West St. Julian Street and Barnard Street in Savannah. Sponsored by: The Strength and Hope for Evan Foundation, a division of the Let’s Do This Foundation. Informa-

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Call for Entries Audition Notice: Asbury Memorial Theatre presents Neil Simon’s “God’s Favorite”

Asbury Memorial Theatre’s production of Neil Simon’s God’s Favorite. Auditions: Thursday, September 6, 6:00–9:00pm and Saturday, September 8, 1:00–4:00pm at Asbury Memorial United Methodist Church, 1008 East Henry Street at Waters Avenue, Savannah. Contact Pam Sears for more info at psears@comcast. net. Audition format: Cold readings from the script. All roles need to be filled. Cast includes 5 males and 3 females: see website for role specifics. Production Dates: November 9-11 & 16-18, 2012. Friday & Saturday evenings, Sunday matinees. www.asburymemorial.org/ theatre

Effingham Battle of The Bands

The Effingham Chamber of Commerce is holding their Second Annual Battle of The Bands at the Third Annual Effingham Oktoberfest on Friday, Sept. 28. Bands interested in entering should send a copy of 2-3 songs along with information on the band to ricklott@effinghamcounty.com or call 912-754-3301 for More information. Top Prize is $500.

Keep Chatham Beautiful Seeks Applications for Board Members

Keep Chatham Beautiful, a newly established citizen’s beautification program for Chatham County, seeks board members who “believe in our mission and are willing to be active in their governance roles.” Representatives are sought from each of the municipalities in Chatham County. Information: David A. Nash, Environmental Program Coordinator. Phone: 912-652-6856. www.chathamcountyrecycles. com OR recycling.chathamcounty.org. [072212]

Nominations Sought for Workplace Innovator Award

Step Up Savannah seeks nominations for its Workplace Innovator Award, designed to showcase creative and meaningful employer practices that benefit that employer’s low-wage employees. The award seeks to recognize employers that are implementing a wide array of creative processes or programs to develop their lowwage workforce professionally and personally, ultimately providing tools to increase their income. These practices must add value to the employer and the employee. Nominations are due on August 31 and will be evaluated by a team of judges; find the “2012 Workplace Innovator Nomination form” on Step Up’s website: stepupsavannah.org/employersupport or call (912) 232-6747 to request a copy of the nomination form. Nomination forms may be submitted by e-mail to Shawnte Tyler (styler@stepupsavannah.org). Businesses or organizations may nominate themselves or other businesses/organizations.

Poster Contest for Picnic in the Park

Students enrolled in an accredited college program are invited to submit artwork for consideration as a possible marketing representation to the 2012 Picnic in the Park event poster image. Picnic in the Park is one of Savannah’s largest events, with 15,000-23,000 attendees in Forsyth Park. This year’s event is Sunday, October 7. This year’s theme is “Some Enchanted

Evening”. Deadline for poster contest: Friday, August 31. Entries must be received at the Department of Cultural Affairs Office located on 9 West Henry Street. Submit all entries attention: Erin Seals, eseals@savannahga.gov. Entry criteria is listed at www.savannahga.gov/ arts or call 912-651-6417 ext 2845.

Savannah Beach Film Festival

Aspiring film makers, send in your short film today! Call for entries to the Savannah Beach Film Festival. Festival date: October 20. Contact sawbeth@bellsouth.net Check us out on Facebook for more information under “Savannah Beach Film Festival 2012.”

Classes, Camps & Workshops Beginning Project Management

A two-day 12-hour course covering the key skills and tools employees need to be successful in the planning and completion of assigned projects. Addresses the nine knowledge based areas needed in managing a project: scope, integration, communication, time, cost, procurement, risk management, quality control, and human resources. Source: Project Management Body of Knowledge, Project Management Institute PMIÂ® best business practices. This plus our 24-hour Advanced Project Management course, completes the 35-hour course requirement for the PMI PMP certification application. Date: Friday, 9/14/2012 and Saturday 9/29/2012 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Registration: 912-478-5551. Information: 912-651-0942 or email christinataylor@georgiasouthern.edu. Fee: $650. Offered by Georgia Southern’s Dept of Continuing Education, Coastal Georgia Center, 305 Fahm Street, Savannah.

Drawing I

Start your drawing practice with a clear understanding of how you see things. Explore perception and how it relates to what you put down on paper. Focus on using line, shadow and one point perspective. Thursdays, 9/20/2012 to 10/11/2012 6:30-8:30 p.m. Registration: 912-478-5551. Information: 912-651-0942 or email christinataylor@georgiasouthern.edu. Fee: $125. Offered in Savannah by Georgia Southern’s Continuing Education program at the Coastal Georgia Center, 305 Fahm St.

Meditation Classes

Learn how to meditate - Find a life of great meaning and altruism - Discover happiness that arises from peace of mind - Explore Buddha’s teachings for daily life. A brief guided meditation, followed by a short teaching. $10 general admission. $5 students/seniors. Aug. 16 from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM. meditationinsouthcarolina.org Location: Quality Inn Midtown, 7100 Abercorn Street.

Portrait Photography

Tuesdays, 8/14 to 8/28. $70. Offered in Savannah by Georgia Southern’s Continuing Education program. How to use off-camera flash, studio lighting, available light, and photo editing to create flattering portraits of your subjects. Any camera and prints or digital files will be accepted. Suggested prerequisite: Creative Photography. Register by phone: 912-478-5551. Info: 912651-0942 or email christinataylor@georgiasouthern.edu. http://ceps.georgiasouthern. edu/conted/digital.html. Coastal Georgia Center, 305 Fahm Street.

Summer Fashion and Sewing Workshops

Fabrika (2 East Liberty St.) is offering fashion

Art,-Music, Piano and Voice-coaching

For all age groups, beginners through advanced, classic, modern, jazz improvisation and theory. Serious inquiries only. 961-7021 or 667-1056. [062812]

AvatarÂ® Info Hour

Are you interested in improving the world? Do you want to foster community locally and abroad? Join us every 3rd Tuesday of the month to explore the Avatar tools and learn how to live your life deliberately. Call Brie at 912-429-9981 to RSVP and for location details. http://www. theavatarcourse.com. [062812]

Beading Classes

Learn about jewelry making, bead weaving, and bead embroidery and other techniques. Classes are every Saturday through the summer. Perlina Bead Shop, 6 West State Street, Savannah. Call ahead to reserve aspace or visit web site for class schedules and instructions. 912-441-2656 or www.perlinabeadshop.com

Beading Classes at Bead Dreamer Studio Learn jewelry-making techniques from beginner to advanced at Bead Dreamer Studio, 407A E. Montgomery Cross Rd. Call 920-6659. [062812]

Champions Training Center

Offers a variety of classes and training opportunities in mixed martial arts, jui-jitsu, judo and other disciplines for youth and adults at all levels of expertise. 525 Windsor Rd. Call 912-349-4582 or visit http://www.ctcsavannah. com/ [062812]

Coast Guard Auxiliary Boating Classes

Regular classes on boat handling, boating safety & navigation offered by the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary. Learn from the experts. For dates & more information, visit our web site: www.savannahaux.com or telephone Kent Shockey at 912-897-7656. [062812]

Creative Writing II

For students with some experience in fiction and nonfiction storytelling. Assigned readings and writing homework, which will be reviewed and critiqued in a workshop style. Student writing and outside readings. Development of strong narrative structures, beautiful and varying sentences, reading like a writer and refining the writer’s voice. Dates: Mondays, 8/20/2012 to 10/8/2012 6:30-8:30 pm. Labor Day class moved to Tues. Sept. 4. Registration: 912-4785551. Information: 912-651-0942 or email christinataylor@georgiasouthern.edu Fee $200 Offered in Savannah by Georgia Southern’s Continuing Education program. Coastal Georgia Center, 305 Fahm St.

Creative Writing Workshop

Designed to help participants refine and revise works-in-progress to advance them toward publication or production. Limited class size allows for in-depth reading and critical review of each participant’s work. Discussions based on areas where participants need the most improvement. Date: Wednesdays, 8/22/2012 to 9/26/2012 Time: 6:00-8:30 p.m. Registration: 912-478-5551. Information: 912-651-0942 or email christinataylor@georgiasouthern.edu Fee: $200. Offered in Savannah by Georgia Southern’s Continuing Education program. Coastal Georgia Center, 305 Fahm St.

Creative Writing Workshop

email christinataylor@georgiasouthern.edu Fee: $200. Offered in Savannah by Georgia Southern’s Continuing Education program. Coastal Georgia Center, 305 Fahm St.

Drawing Instruction

Private and group drawing lessons by artist and former SCAD professor Karen Bradley. Call or email for details, (912)507-7138. kbillustration@mac.com [062812]

DUI Prevention Group

Offers victim impact panels for intoxicated drivers, DUI, DWI, offenders, and anyone seeking to gain knowledge about the dangers of driving impaired. A must see for teenage drivers seeking a drivers license or who have already received a license. Group meets monthly. $30/ session. Information: 912-443-0410. [062812]

English for Second Language Classes

Students of all ages are invited to learn conversational English, comprehension, vocabulary and life communication skills. Free. Thursdays at 7:30 p.m. Island Christian Church, 4601 US Highway 80 E Savannah. 912-897-3604. Contact: James Lavin or Minister John LaMaison www.islandschristian.org. [062812]

Facebook for Beginners

A one-night class for those who are ready to join the Facebook community, but need a little help getting started, or those who already have a page but would like to learn more. Learn the basics and gain understanding of online privacy issues as they pertain to Facebook, and how to set and maintain your privacy controls. Thursday, August 23, 6:30-9:30 pm. Information including fees: 912-644-5967. Offered by Georgia Southern’s Division of Continuing Education at the Coastal Georgia Center, 305 Fahm St. Savannah.

Family Law Workshop

The Mediation Center has three workshops a month to assist citizens who do not have legal representation in a family matter: divorce, legitimation, modifications of child support and/ or visitation and contempt. Schedule: 1st Tuesday, 5:30-7:30pm. 2nd Monday, 2-4pm. 4th Thursday 10am-12noon. Fee:$25 to cover all documents needed to file. Register at mediationsavannah.com or 912-354-6686. [081212]

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. [062812]

Feldenkrais Classes

Tuesdays 9:30 am and Wednesdays 6:00 pm at the Park South complex, 7505 Waters Ave, Bldg B Suite 8, near Waters and Eisenhower. $15 drop-in, $12 - 6 classes. For more info contact Elaine Alexander, GCFP at 912-223-7049 or elaine.alexander@ymail.com. [062812]

Group Guitar Lessons

Join us for a fun time, for group guitar lessons, at the YMCA on Whitemarsh and Tybee Islands (adults and teens only). Hands-on instruction, music theory, ear training, sight reading, ensemble playing, technique, and rhythm drills, by teacher Tim Daniel (BS in Music). 912-8979559. $20/week. [062812]

Guitar, Electric Bass & Double Bass Lessons

Instruction for all ages of beginner/intermediate students. Technique, chords, note reading, and theory. Learn songs and improvisation. Studio located 2 blocks from Daffin Park. Housecalls available. Call 401-255-6921 or email a.teixeira472@gmail.com to schedule a 1/2 price first lesson! [062812]

Guitar, Mandolin or bass guitar Lessons

Guitar, mandolin or bass guitar lessons. emphasis on theory, reading music and improvisation. Located in Ardsley Park. 912-232-5987 [062812]

Homeschool Music Classes

Music classes for homeschool students ages 8 through 18 and their parents. Classes start in August with registration in July. Classes offered in Guyton and Savannah. Go to www.Coast-

alEmpireMusic.com for more details. [062812]

Housing Authority Neighborhood Resource Center

The Housing Authority of Savannah hosts a series of regular classes at the Neighborhood Resource Center. 1407 Wheaton Street. Adult literacy/GED prep: Mon-Thurs, 9am-12pm & 1pm-4pm. Financial education: 4th Fri of month, 9-11am. Basic Computer training: Tues & Thurs, 1-3pm. Community Computer lab: Mon-Fri, 3-4:30pm. For more info: 912-2324232 x115 or www.savannahpha.com [062812]

Introduction to Computers

If you’re new to computers, or have minimal computer knowledge or experience, this fundamental course will provide a foundation to build computer skills. Hardware, software, and the operating system, using the mouse, logon and logoff processes, navigating Windows, launching and navigating the basics of programs such as Word, Excel, and Internet Explorer. Dates: Tuesday, 9/4/12 and Thursday, 9/6/2012 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. Registration: 912-478-5551. For more information call Information: 912-651-0942 or email christinataylor@georgiasouthern.edu Fee: $75. Offered by Georgia Southern’s Dept of Continuing Education, Coastal Georgia Center, 305 Fahm St., Savannah.

Kids Pottery Camp 2012

June 11-Aug. 24th, Pick from 10 different weeks of camps. Young ceramic artists can let their imaginations soar as they learn to create wonderful works of art. Campers will cover a wide variety of ceramic techniques including both hand building and the potter’s wheel. All camps are weekly, 9am-12noon, $150.00 per camp. Contact: Lisa Alvarez Bradley lisa@savannahsclayspot.com. 912-509-4647. www.savannahsclayspot.com. Camp held at The Clay Spot, 1305 Barnard Street Savannah, GA 31401.

Learn to Speak Spanish

Spanish Instruction for Individuals or Groups and Spanish-English Translation and Interpretation. Classes held at The Sentient Bean, 13 E. Park Ave. An eclectic range of tools used in each session, including: hand-outs, music, visual recognition, conversation, and interactive web media. Instruction tailored to student needs. Flexible scheduling. Information and pricing: 912-541-1337. [062412]

Microsoft Excel I

Two 3-hour sessions in Excel cover the basic Excel environment, creating and opening workbooks, navigating the Excel working screen, formatting and navigating worksheets, entering data, entering labels, and creating and working with charts. Fee: $75. Tuesday, 9/18/2012 and Thursday, 9/20/2012 6:30-9:30 p.m. Registration: 912-478-5551. Information: 912-651-0942. Offered in Savannah by Georgia Southern’s Continuing Education program at the Coastal Georgia Center, 305 Fahm Street.

Microsoft Excel II

Move up to an intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Excel. Formulas; functions; SUMIF Function; sorting data; applying shading through conditional formatting or Excel table style; creating macros and more. Tuesday, 9/25/2012 and Thursday, 9/27/2012 6:30-9:30 p.m. Registration: 912-478-5551. Information: 912-651-0942 or email christinataylor@georgiasouthern.edu Fee: $75. Offered in Savannah by Georgia Southern’s Continuing Education program at the Coastal Georgia Center, 305 Fahm St.

Music Lessons for All Instruments

Rody’s Music is now offering music lessons for all ages on all instruments, beginners through advanced. 7700 Abercorn St. For more information call 912-352-4666 or email kristi@ awsav.com. [051912]

Music Lessons--Multiple Instruments Savannah Musicians Institute offers private

instruction for all ages in guitar, drums, piano, bass, voice, banjo, mandolin, ukulele, flute, and woodwinds. 7041 Hodgson Memorial Dr. Info: 912-692-8055 or smisavannah@gmail.com. [062812]

New Horizons Adult Band Program

A music program for adults who played a band instrument in high school or college and would like to have the opportunity to begin playing again. Dust off your instrument every Monday night at Portman’s Music Store (Abercorn) at 6:30p.m. The cost is $30.00 per month. All ages and ability levels are welcome. Contact Pamela Kidd at 912-354-1500 for more info. [062812]

Novel Writing

Write a novel, finish the one you’ve started, revise it or pursue publishing your work. Awardwinning Savannah author offers one-on-one or small group classes and mentoring, as well as manuscript critique, ebook formatting and more. Send an email to pmasoninsavannah@ gmail.com for pricing and scheduling information. [062812]

Open Pottery Studio at Savannah’s Clay Spot

For potters with experience who want time in the studio, Choose from 4 hour time slots. Registrations are based on a monthly, bi monthly, and quarterly time commitment. Savannah’s Clay Spot, 1305 Barnard St. Information: 912-509-4647 or www.savannahsclayspot.com [062812]

Painting and Drawing Lessons

Small group and private instruction offered by local painter Melinda Borysevicz. SCAD graduate with 15 years professional experience. Phone: 912.484.6415, email: melindaborysevicz@gmail.com, or visit melindaborysevicz. blogspot.com. [062812]

Point and Shoot Photography

Learn how to use your pocket digital camera effectively for better photos. Light and composition, camera functions and settings, work-flow habits and printing/storage options. Class critiques and homework assignments help you learn about your camera, improve shooting style, and produce good quality images. Digital Imaging Basics is recommended as a prerequisite. Dates: Dates: Tuesdays, 9/4/2012 to 9/18/2012, and one Saturday. Times: Tuesdays, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., and Saturday, 8:30-10:30 a.m. $100. Offered by Georgia Southern Continuing Education Dept in Savannah, Coastal Georgia Center, 305 Fahm St. http://ceps.georgiasouthern.edu/conted/digital.html

Russian Language Classes

Learn to speak Russian. All experience levels welcome, beginner to expert. Call 912-7132718 for more information. [062812]

S.P.A.C.E. presents Fall Visual Arts Classes and Workshops

Savannah’s Place for Art, Culture and Education (S.P.A.C.E.) is registering students for Fall visual arts classes and workshops. Day and evening sessions are offered for children, teens and adults in all skill levels. Sessions run September 17 - October 27 & October 19 – December 14. Both sessions are held at the Department of Cultural Affairs S.P.A.C.E. studios, 9 W. Henry St. Sessions include ceramics, metals, glass, painting and drawing, children’s cartooning, a cartooning class, lapidary stone cutting for jewelry design, expanded drawing and painting classes, beginning watercolor and Raku firings. Fees include materials, studio space and more. Information and fees: www.savannahga.gov/arts or by calling (912) 651-6783.

Savannah Charlesfunders Investment Discussion Group

The Savannah Charlesfunders meet every Saturday at 8:30am to discuss stocks, bonds, and better investing. Meetings take place at Panera Bread on Bull and Broughton. Contact us at charlesfund@gmail.com for more information. [062812]

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Savannah Sacred Harp Singers

Everyone that loves to sing is invited to join the Savannah Sacred Harp Singers at Faith Primitive Baptist Church, 3212 Bee Road in Savannah. All are welcome to participate or listen in on one of America’s most revered musical traditions. For more information call 912-655-0994 or visit savannahsacredharp.com. [062812]

Sign Language

Learn receptive and expressive skills -- fingerspelling, and basic questions, statements, and negations. Plus an introduction to the culture of the United States Deaf Community. Date: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9/25/2012 to 10/11/2012 Registration: 912-478-5551. Information: 912-651-0942 or email christinataylor@ georgiasouthern.edu Fee: $150. Offered by Georgia Southern’s Dept of Continuing Education at the Coastal Georgia Center, 305 Fahm St., Savannah.

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1 Princess’s problem 4 “SNL” alum Horatio 8 Exploded 14 Patent holder, often: abbr. 15 Song from Sarah McLachlan’s “Surfacing” 16 Holmes’s former partner 17 Gun gp. 18 HINT FOR SOUNDALIKE #1 20 TV android with a pet cat 22 Former Heat star, familiarly 23 1966 Michael Caine role 24 Visibly shocked 26 Tony-winning one-man play of 1989 27 CCLI doubled 28 Go back to the book 30 “Can ___ least sit down?” 32 Gps. like CARE and Amnesty International, to the UN 35 HINT FOR SOUNDALIKE #2 38 Where, in Latin 41 End of most university web sites 42 Victory run, maybe 43 Pull a waterskier 44 HINT FOR SOUNDALIKE #3 48 Lemony Snicket villain 49 Reno and Holder, for short 50 Unlike wax fruit 54 Gunky stuff 56 “This ___ test...” 58 ___ Wrap 59 Bronze medalist’s place 61 Amt. on a food package 63 Guy with a “Jaywalking” segment 64 HINT FOR SOUNDALIKE #4 67 Soccer’s Freddy 68 Spanish chant 69 Sitcom that featured Andy Kaufman 70 Go droopy 71 Steal cattle 72 Doctors who check out head colds, for short 73 With 1-across, phonetic representation of the four soundalikes

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1 Odist with a type of ode named for him 2 Make royally angry 3 James Cameron movie that outgrossed his own “Titanic” 4 Gullible guy 5 Fusses 6 Not, in German 7 CNN host Fareed 8 1/100th div. 9 “Whether good ___...” 10 Doing some knitting, maybe 11 Many a Three Stooges melee 12 Morales of “La Bamba” 13 2000s Bengals running back Dorsey 19 With even distribution 21 On the ocean 25 Group of experts 29 “___ ever wonder...” 31 Swap cards 33 Ear-related prefix 34 U-turn from NNE 36 Urban crime 37 Tablets that don’t dissolve in water 38 Common tabloid subject 39 ___ Harbour, Fla. 40 Dreams up 45 “Can’t quite recall...” 46 Washington, e.g. 47 Outdated verb used with phones 51 Chicken piece 52 Martin who played Bela Lugosi in “Ed Wood” 53 “I give!” 55 Former “Access Hollywood” host Nancy 57 Phrase for the slightly miffed and disappointed 59 “The Avengers” character 60 One way to watch old shows 62 Send a quick message 65 Riddle-me-___ (old kids’ rhyme) 66 Member of the fam

first Friday falls on a holiday weekend, meeting is second Friday. No boat? No sailing experience? No problem! Information: http://www. chathamsailing.org. [051912]

Drop N Circle Craft Night (formerly Stitch-N Group)

Sponsored by The Frayed Knot and Perlina. Join us every Tuesday evening 5pm-8pm for crafting. Located at 6 West State Street (behind the CVS off of Wright Square in the historic district.) Enjoy the sharing of creativity with other knitters, crocheters, beaders, spinners, felters, needle pointers. All levels of experience welcome. Come and be inspired! For more info please call 912-233-1240 or 912-441-2656. [072812]

Energy Healers

Singing Lessons with Anitra Opera Diva

Energy Healers Meets every Monday at 6pm. Meditation and healing with energy. Discuss aromatherapy, chakra systems and more. Call 912-695-2305 for more info. http://www.meetup. com/SavannahEnergyHealers/ [062912]

The Artist’s Way

Interested in exploring the role Savannah played in the American Revolution? Join like-minded people including artists, writers, teachers and historians for discussion, site exploration and creative collaboration. Meets the 1st & 3rd Thursdays at 6pm at Gallery Espresso. Email, Kathleen Thomas: exploretherevolution@gmail. com for more info. [062912]

Anitra is currently teaching the Vaccai Bel Canto technique for those interested in improving their vocal range and breathing capacity. Bel Canto carries over well as a foundation technique for different styles including opera, pop, rock and cabaret. Fridays 5.30-8-30pm, Institute of Cinematic Arts, 12 1/2 W State St Savannah, 3rd floor. 786-247-9923 www.anitraoperadiva.com [062512] A shared journey into personal creative growth through the international bestseller, The Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron. Discover or regain creative self-confidence in an atmosphere of mutual support. Utilize the Artist’s Way tools of The Morning Pages (daily journaling) and The Artist Date (a weekly excursion) plus exercises and group discussion. Fee: $150. Students must provide their own book. Mondays, 9/24/2012 to 11/12/2012 6:30-8:30pm. Registration: 912478-5551. Information: 912-651-0942 or email christinataylor@georgiasouthern.edu. Offered in Savannah by Georgia Southern’s dept of Continuing Education at the Coastal Georgia Center, 305 Fahm St.

Yoga for Couples: Toolbox for Labor & Delivery

Participants will learn a “toolbox” full of handson comfort measures including breathing, massage, positioning, pressure points and much more from two labor doulas. For moms and their birth companions, to prepare for labor and delivery. The class is held the last Wednesday of each month at 100 Riverview Drive, 6pm-8pm. $100 per couple. Call Ann Carroll (912) 704-7650 or e-mail her at carroll3620@bellsouth.net. Reservations are required and space is limited. [070812]

Clubs & Organizations Avegost LARP

Live action role playing group that exists in a medieval fantasy realm. Generally meets on the second weekend of the month. Free for your first event or if you’re a non-player character. $35 fee for returning characters. Email: Kaza Ayersman, godzillaunknown@gmail.com or visit www. avegost.com [062912]

Buccaneer Region SCCA

The local chapter of the Sports Car Club of America, hosting monthly solo/autocross driving events in the Savannah area. Anyone with a safe car, insurance and a valid driver’s license is eligible to participate. Visit http://buccaneerregion. org. [062912]

Business Networking on the Islands

Small Business Professionals Islands Networking Group Meets 1st Thursday each month from 9:30-10:30 AM. Tradewinds Ice Cream & Coffee, 107 Charlotte Rd. Savannah (912) 308-6768 for more info. [062912]

Chatham Sailing Club

Meets the first Friday of every month at 6:30 p.m. at Young’s Marina, 218 Wilmington Island Rd., Savannah (across fom N. Cromwell Rd.) If

Exploring The American Revolution in Savannah

Historic Savannah Chapter of ABWA

Meets the second Thursday of every month from 6-7:30 p.m. The cost is the price of the meal. RSVP to 660-8257. Tubby’s Tank House, 2909 River Dr., Thunderbolt. [062912]

Honor Flight Savannah

A non-profit organization dedicated to sending our area Korean War and World War II veterans to Washington DC to visit the new WWII Memorial. All expenses are paid by Honor Flight Savannah, which is not a government-supported program. They depend on donations from the community to fund their efforts. Honor Flight is seeking veterans interested in making a trip to Washington. For more info: (912) 596-1962 or www.honorflightsavannah.org [062912]

Islands MOMSnext

For mothers of school-aged children, kindergarten through high school. Authentic community, mothering support, personal growth, practical help, and spiritual hope. Meets first & third Monday of the month, excluding holidays. Childcare is available upon request. A ministry of MOPS International. Information or registration: call 912-898-4344 or kymmccarty@hotmail.com. http://www.mops.org/ [062912]

Islands MOPS

A Mothers of Preschoolers group that meets at the First Baptist Church of the Islands on two Wednesdays a month from 9:15-11:30am. Website/information: https://sites.google.com/ site/islandsmops/ [062912]

Knitters, Needlepoint and Crochet

Meets every Wednesday. Different locations downtown. Contact (912) 308-6768 for info. No fees. Wanna learn? Come join us! [062912]

Knittin’ Night

Knit and crochet gathering held each Tuesday evening, 5pm-8pm All skill levels welcome. Wild Fibre, 6 East Liberty Street (near Bull St.) Call for info: 912-238-0514 [063012]

Language Club--French, Spanish, German or English Parle toi le francais? Hablas espanol? Sprechen Sie Deutsch? Speak English? Practice your French, Spanish , German or English at Cafe’ Florie’ Restaurant, 1715 Barnard St (Between 33rd and 34th. Every Sunday from 4:00 to 5:30pm. Meet people and practice your favorite language. There is a small fee for coordinator. If interested contact srn104anto@aol.com or 912541-1337. First meeting day is July 29. [072712]

Low Country Turners

A club for wood-turning enthusiasts. Contact Steve Cook, 912-313-2230. [062912]

Meets the first Saturday of the month at 1 p.m. American Legion Post 184, 1 Legion Dr. Call 786-4508. [062912]

Peacock Guild-For Writers and Book Lovers

A literary society for bibliophiles and writers. Writer’s Salon meetings held on first Tuesday and third Wednesday. Book Club meets on the third Tuesday. All meetings start at 7:30 p.m. and meet at Flannery O’Connor Childhood Home (207 E. Charlton St.). Call 233-6014 or visit Facebook group “Peacock Guild” for more info. [062912]

Philo Cafe

A weekly discussion group that meets from 7:30pm-9pm at various locations each Monday. Anyone craving some good conversation is invited to drop by. No cost. For more info, email athenapluto@yahoo.com or look up The Philo Cafe on Facebook. [063012]

Queen of Spades Card Playing Club

A new club formed to bring lovers of card games together to play games such as Spades, Hearts, Rummy, etc. We will meet every other Thursday from 7:30 to 9 p.m. at The Sentient Bean, 13. E. Park Ave. Next meeting is July 19. Children are welcome. No fee. Information: 912-660-8585. [071512]

Richmond Hill Roadies Running Club

A chartered running club of the Road Runners Association of America. Monthly training sessions and seminars. Weekly runs. Kathy Ackerman,756-5865 or Billy Tomlinson 5965965. [062912]

Rogue Phoenix Sci-Fi Fantasy Club

Members of Starfleet International and The Klingon Assault Group meet the first Sunday at 4 pm. at 5429 LaRoche Ave and the third Tuesday at Super King Buffet, 10201 Abercorn Street at 7:30 p.m. Call 308-2094, email kasak@ comcast.net or visit www.roguephoenix.org. [062912]

Safe Kids Savannah

A coalition dedicated to preventing childhood injuries, holds a meeting on the second Tuesday of every month from 11:30am-1pm. Visit www.safekidssavannah.org or call 912-3533148 for more info. [062912]

Savannah Art Association

The non-profit art association, the Southeast’s oldest, is taking applications for membership. Workshops, community programs, exhibition opportunities, and an artistic community of diverse and creative people from all ages, mediums, and skill levels. Information: 912232-7731 [062912]

Savannah Authors Autonomous Writing Group

Meets the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month, 6-8 p.m. Encourage first-class prose writing, fiction or non-fiction, through discussion, constructive criticism, instruction, exercises and examples. Location: C. H. Brown Fine Silver and Antiques, 14 West Jones St., between Bull and Whitaker. All are welcome. No charge. Contact: Alice Vantrease (alicevantrease@live. com) or 912-308-3208. [070812]

Savannah Brewers’ League

Meets the first Wednesday of the month at 7:30 p.m. Call 447-0943 or visit www.hdb.org and click on Clubs, then Savannah Brewers League. Meet at Moon River Brewing Company, 21 W. Bay St. [062912]

Savannah Clemson Club

Savannah Area Clemson alumni and supporters meet at various times and locations throughout the year. Game viewing parties for football, basketball and baseball, as well as a spring cookout, Sand Gnats outings and service events. https://cualumni.clemson.edu/sslpage.aspx?pid=460 and look for us on Facebook! Information: Gareth Avant at garethavant@ gmail.com or 336-339-3970. [051312]

Savannah Council, Navy League of the United States

A dinner meeting the fourth Tuesday of each month (except December) at 6 p.m. at the Hunter Club. Call John Findeis at 748-7020. [062912]

nah meetings twice monthly on Thursdays at 8.30 pm. at announced location. No dues, no fees. For next meeting details email: onebornfree@yahoo.com

The Freedom Network

Dance Abeni Cultural Arts Dance Classes

Classes for multiple ages in the art of performance dance and Adult fitness dance. Styles include African, Modern, Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Contemporary, & Gospel. Classes held in the new Abeni Cultural Arts dance studio, 8400-B Abercorn St. For more information call 912-631-3452 or 912-272-2797. Ask for Muriel or Darowe. E-mail: abeniculturalarts@gmail. com [062812]

Meets most Saturdays. Green events and places. Share ways to Go Green each day! Call (912) 308-6768 to learn more. [062912]

An international, leaderless network of individuals seeking practical methods for achieving more freedom in an unfree world, via non-political methods. For individualists, non-conformists, anarcho-libertarians, social misfits, voluntarists, conspiracy theorists, “permanent tourists” etc. Savannah meetings/ discussions twice monthly on Thursdays at 8.30 pm. Discussion subjects and meeting locations will vary. No politics, no religious affiliation, no dues, no fees. For next meeting details email: onebornfree@yahoo.com. [072212]

Meeting/info session held the 1st Tuesday of every month at 6pm to discuss upcoming events and provide an opportunity for those interested in joining the Jaycees to learn more. Must be 21-40 years old to join. 101 Atlas St. 912-353-7700 or www.savannahjaycees.com [062912]

Join the volunteer organization that assists the U.S. Coast Guard. Meets the 4th Wednesday every month at 6pm at Barnes Restaurant, 5320 Waters Avenue. All ages welcomed. Prior experience and/or boat ownership not required. Information: www.savannahaux.com or telephone 912-598-7387. [063012]

Adult Dance and Fitness Classes

Meets monthly at the American Legion Post 135, 1108 Bull St. Call James Crauswell at 9273356. [063012]

Adult Intermediate Ballet

Meets the second Tuesday of every month (except October), 6:00 pm at Woodville-Tompkins, 151 Coach Joe Turner Street. Call 912-2323549 or email chesteraellis@comcast.net for more information. [063012

Argentine Tango

Savannah Fencing Club

Beginner classes Tuesday and Thursday evenings for six weeks. $60. Some equipment provided. After completing the class, you may join the Savannah Fencing Club for $5 per month. Experienced fencers welcome. Call 429-6918 or email savannahfencing@aol.com. [062912]

Savannah Go Green

Savannah Jaycees

Savannah Newcomers Club

Open to women who have lived in the Savannah area for less than two years. Membership includes a monthly luncheon and program. The club hosts activities, tours and events to assist in learning about Savannah and making new friends. www.savannahnewcomers.com [062912]

Savannah Parrot Head Club

Love a laid-back lifestyle? Beach, Buffet and no dress code. Check out savannahphc.com for the events calendar or e-mail beachnit13@yahoo. com. [080312]

Adult Ballet Class

U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla

Maxine Patterson School of Dance, 2212 Lincoln St., at 39th, is offering an Adult Ballet Class on Thursdays from 6:30-7:30. Cost is $12 per class. Join us for learning and fun. Call 234-8745 for more info. [062812]

Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 671

Beginner & Intermediate Ballet, Modern Dance, Barre Fusion, BarreCore Body Sculpt, and Gentle Stretch & Tone. No experience necessary for beginner ballet, barre, or stretch/ tone. The Ballet School, Piccadilly Square, 10010 Abercorn. Registration/fees/information: 912-925-0903. Or www.theballetschoolsav.com [062812]

Woodville-Tompkins Scholarship Foundation

Mondays & Wednesdays, 7 - 8pm, $12 per class or 8 classes for $90. Class meets year round. (912) 921-2190. The Academy of Dance, 74 West Montgomery Crossroads. [062812] Lessons Sundays 1:30-3:30pm. Doris Martin Dance Studio, 8511-h Ferguson Ave. Open to the public. Cost $3.00 per person. Wear closed toe leather soled shoes if available. For more information call 912-925-7416 or email savh_

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Savannah Storytellers

Starting Wed., July 18 our regular meeting time will be 6-7pm every other Wednesday at Tubby’s on River Drive in Thunderbolt. Open to the public. Supported through voluntary donations rather than dues. The aim of Savannah Storytellers is to “talk to tell” a story or stories. We will help, encourage and instruct you in audio-rercording and/or presenting your own story, through constructive criticism, examples and discussion. Information: 912-35400048, or 912-224-2904 [062412]

Savannah Sunrise Rotary Club

Meets Thursdays from 7:30-8:30 a.m. at the Mulberry Inn. http://www.savannahsunriserotary.org. [062912]

Savannah Toastmasters

Helps 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. 484-6710. [062912]

Savannah Writers Group

A gathering of writers of all levels for networking, hearing published guest speaker authors, and writing critique in a friendly, supportive environment. Meets the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month at 7:00 PM. August 14th meeting will be held at the Atlanta Bread Company in Twelve Oaks Shopping Center, 5500 Abercorn Street. Free and open to the public. Information: www.savannahwritersgroup. blogspot.com/group or 912-572-6251. [080212].

Seersucker Live’s Happy Hour for Writers

A no-agenda gathering of the Savannah area writing community, held on the first Thursday of every month from 5:30-7:30pm. Free and open to all writers, aspiring writers, and anyone interested in writing. 21+ with valid I.D. Usually held at Abe’s on Lincoln, 17 Lincoln Street. For specifics, visit SeersuckerLive.com. [063012]

The Freedom Network

An international, leaderless network of individuals interested in finding more freedom in a less and less free world. For individualists, anarcho-libertarians, social misfits, agorists, voluntarists, “permanent tourists” etc. Savan-

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“Kaidoku” Each of the 26 letters of the alphabet is represented in this grid by a number between 1 and 26. Using letter frequency, word-pattern recognition, and the numbers as your guides, fill in the grid with well-known English words (HINT: since a Q is always followed by a U, try hunting down the Q first). Only lowercase, unhyphenated words are allowed in kaidoku, so you won’t see anything like STOCKHOLM or LONG-LOST in here (but you might see AFGHAN, since it has an uncapitalized meaning, too). Now stop wasting my precious time and SOLVE! psychosudoku@hotmail.com

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Military Order of the Purple Heart Ladies Auxiliary

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Beginners Belly Dance Classes

Instructed by Nicole Edge. All ages/skill levels welcome. Every Sunday, Noon-1PM, Fitness Body and Balance Studio 2127 1/2 E. Victory Dr. $15/class or $48/four. 912-596-0889 or www. cairoonthecoast.com [062812]

Beginners Belly Dancing with Cybelle

The perfect class for those with little to no dance background. Cybelle has been formally trained and has been performing for over a decade. $15/class. Tues: 7-8pm. Visit www. cybelle3.com. For info: cybelle@cybelle3.com or call 912-414-1091 Private classes are also available. Walk-ins are welcome. Synergistic Bodies, 7724 Waters Ave. [062812]

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. [062812]

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. [122911]

Irish Dance Classes

Glor na h’Eireann cultural arts studio is offering beginner to champion Irish Dance classes for ages 5 and up, Adult Step & Ceili, Strength & Flexibility, non-competitive and competition programs, workshops and camps. TCRG certified. For more info contact PrideofIrelandGA@ gmail.com or 912-704-2052. [062812]

Mahogany Shades of Beauty Inc.

offers dance classes, including hip hop, modern, jazz, West African, ballet, lyrical and step, as well as modeling and acting classes. All ages and all levels are welcome. Call Mahogany at 272-8329. [062812]

Modern Dance Class

Classes for beginner and intermediate levels. Fridays 10-11:15am. Doris Martin Studio, 7360 Skidaway Rd. For more info, call Elizabeth 912354-5586. [062812]

Pole Dancing Classes

Beginners pole dance offered Wednesdays 8pm, Level II Pole Dance offered Monday 8pm, $22/1 class, $70/4 classes, pre-registration required. Learn pole dance moves and spins while getting a full body workout. Also offering Pole Fitness Classes Monday & Wednesday 11am. For more info: www.fitnessbodybalance. com or 912-398-4776. Nothing comes off but your shoes. Fitness Body & Balance Studio, 2127 1/2 Victory Dr. [062812]

Salsa Savannah Dance & Lessons

Lessons Tue. & Thur. at SubZero Lounge, 109 W. Broughton St., from 7-10pm. (Free intro class at 7pm). Dancing 10-close. Drink specials during happy hours. Lessons on Sat at Salon de Baile at Noon. Visit salsasavannah.com / 912704-8726 for info. [062812]

Savannah Dance Club

Savannah Dance Club“Magnificent Mondays” at Doubles, The Quality Inn /Midtown, 7100 Abercorn St. Free dance lessons (6:30-7:30p): Shag, Swing, Cha-Cha and Line dancing. Everyone invited. No cover. Happy Hour till 9pm. Call for details 912-398-8784. [062812]

Savannah Shag Club

music every Wednesday, 7pm, at Doubles Lounge, 7100 Abercorn St. and every Friday, 7 pm, at American Legion Post 36, 2309 E. Victory Dr. [062812]

Events Farm a la Carte: A Mobile Farmers Market

Find them at various spots around town including Wednesdays 2:30-6:30pm at Green Truck on

| Submit your event | email: happenings@connectsavannah.com | fax: (912) 231-9932 | 1800 E. Victory Dr., Suite 7, Savannah, GA 31404 Habersham, Thursdays 3-5:30pm at Bethesda Farmers’ Market and Saturdays 9-1 at Forsyth Farmers Market. Sustainable meats, organic produce, local dairy and more. revivalfoods. com. [062812]

Farmer’s Market and Fleatique on Wilmington Island

Local vendors of regionally grown produce, antiques, flea market finds. Outdoor market or indoor booths. Vendors please contact us to participate! A portion of this month’s booth rental fees will be donated to the Marc Cordray Fund.. Free to attend. Booths available to rent for a fee. Cents and $ensibility, 6703 Johnny Mercer Blvd., Wilmington Island. In the parking lot or indoors. 912-659-2900. Every Saturday, 9am-1pm.

Fort Pulaski Summer Hours and Programs

Fort Pulaski National Monument begins its extended summer schedule on Saturday, June 2. The Visitor Center and the historic fort will be open daily from 9am to 6:30pm. Park gates wil close at 6:45pm. Additional daily Ranger programs will be available for the public. Information: www.nps.gov/fopu or 912-786-5787. Fort Pulaski National Monument is located on U.S. Highway 80, 15 miles east of Savannah. Entrance fee is $5.00 per person. Free for ages 15 and under.

Guided Tours of the Lucas Theatre for the Arts

Learn the history of the historic Lucas Theatre, 32 Abercorn Street, on this 20-30 minute tour, its restoration, architectural notes and touch on the history of theatre and early cinema. $4 per person, cash or check only. Group rates for 10 or more. School trips available. Times: No reservations needed for 10:30am, 1:30pm and 2:30pm daily. Reservations available for other times. Information: 912-525-5023 or emuller@lucastheatre.com. [062412]

www.fleetfeetsavannah.com/t2t or in person at Fleet Feet Sports Savannah, located at 3405 Waters Avenue in Savannah. Presented by Wells Fargo Advisors. Proceeds benefit “Building for America’s Bravest” through the Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers Foundation, designated to build“Smart Homes” for two severely wounded veterans in Georgia: SFC Mike Schlitz, U.S. Army in Columbus, Ga., and Cpl. Todd Love, USMC in Atlanta, Ga. To sponsor: 912-313-4806 or t2tsav@gmail.com.

WildLife Refuge Sightseeing and/or Lunch Cruise

Join River Street Riverboat and TR “Teddy” Roosevelt on Sunday, October 14, in conjunction with Savannah National Wildlife refuge, for an old fashioned paddleboat ride up the Savannah River to the Refuge lands. Southern style buffet lunch on board the riverboat, plus narration of the various points of interest along the River. Teddy Roosevelt will discuss his love for the outdoors and what the Refuges mean to him. Once at the Refuge lands, the Refuge staff will discuss the current Refuge management activities and answer questions. Boarding at 12:30 pm - Sailing 1-4 pm Lunch Cruise Tickets: $42.95 per Adult $21.95 per Child (ages 4-12) Children 3 & Under are free. Sightseeing Cruise Tickets: $22.95 per Adult $12.95 per Child (ages 4-12) Children 3 & Under are free. Tax and port fee will be added to ticket prices. River Street Riverboat Company, 9 East River Street. www.savannahriverboat.com

Film & Video CinemaSavannah

A film series that seeks to bring new, first-run films to Savannah including critically acclaimed foreign films and documentaries, among others. To subscribe to information about the series, including screening dates and times, email: cinesavannah@att.net [072812]

Jacob G. Smith School: Reunion and Open House

Psychotronic Film Society

Musicians Avaliable

Fitness

Calling All Lions! Jacob G. Smith Elementary School is holding a Homecoming Open House on Friday, August 24. Graduates are invited back to walk its familiar halls and find out what’s new. For more information call Jane Tyler at 912-395-6530. We are doing 1 1/2 shows for free right now. If you need an opening musical act, please consider us. We are located on Wilmington Island. www.facebook.com/pages/The-Edge-ofRed/415364065167234?ref=hl

Shire of Forth Castle Fighter Practice

The local chapter of the Society for Creative Anachronism meets every Saturday at Forsyth Park for fighter practice and general hanging out. If you’re interested in re-creating the Middle Ages and Renaissance, come join us! South end of Forsyth Park, just past the Farmer’s Market. Free. www.savannahsca.org [072212]

St. Pius X High School Alumni Assoc. 2012 Summer Picnic

Annual Summer Picnic is Saturday, August 18, from 2:00 - 6:00 p.m. at Camp Villa Marie, Isle of Hope, Savannah. (All students who attended the school between 1952 and 1971 are invited. Food, fun, music, and games. Cost: $ 25.00 per adult, $12.50 for 12 and under. Free for age 5 and under. Please register by July 15. Make checks payable to the SPXHHAA, c/o Rex Deloach, ’55 - 1534 East 34th Street, Savannah, GA 31404. For more information, call Mr. Deloach at 912-238-0190.

Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers Run Savannah

A 5k run in memory of New York City firefighter Stephen Siller and 343 FDNY brothers who sacrificed their lives on September 11, 2001. Saturday, September 15, 8am. Begins in Orleans Square (downtown) at Barnard and McDonough Streets. Registration online at www.t2trun.org,

Hosts weekly screenings every Wednesday, 8pm, at the Sentient Bean. Offering up a selection of films so bad they are good, cult classics and other rarities. Upcoming schedule: www. sentientbean.com and on weekends at The Muse Arts Warehouse www.musesavannah. org [062812]

Tai Chi Lessons in Forsyth Park

Tuesdays from 9-10am. $10 per session. North End of Forsyth Park. Contact relaxsavannah@ gmail.com with questions.

Basic Zumba & Zumba Toning Classes with Mai

Zumba Toning at the JEA (Jewish Educational Alliance, 5111 Abercorn St) Mondays @ 6 pm. Free for members, $5.00 for nonmembers. Basic Zumba Tues & Thurs 10-10:45am, Curves in Sav’h Mall, $3/members, $5/Gen. Adm. Weds 9:30-10:15am, Frank Murray Community Center, Wilmington Island, $3. Saturdays 9-10am (summer hours), St. Paul CME Social Hall, 123 Brady St. $3 Per class. Contact Mai @ 912-604-9890. [081212]

Bellydance Fusion Classes

Fusion bellydance mixes ballet, jazz and hip hop into a unique, high energy style of dance. Classes include drills and choreographies for all levels. Small classes held several days a week in downtown Savannah, and upon request. $10 per person. Contact Christa at 678-799-4772 or see [063012]

Blue Water Yoga

Community donation based classes held at the Talahi Island Community Center. Tue. & Thur. 5:45 -7:00p Fri. 9:30-10:30a For info email egs5719@aol. com or find Blue Water Yoga on Facebook. [063012]

Fitness Classes at the JEA

Spin, firm it up, yoga, Pilates, water aerobics, Aquasize, senior fitness, and Zumba. Prices vary. Call for days and times. 355-8111. Jewish Educational Alliance, 5111 Abercorn St., http:// www.savj.org. [063012]

Free Yoga Classes with Erika Tate

Tuesdays 6:30-7:30pm. Build strength, increase flexibility and relieve stress in a supportive, encouraging environment. For adults and youth 12 years and older. Designed for all fitness levels. Mats available. Brought to you by bluknowledge, LLC and the City of Savannah/ Moses Jackson Advancement Center. Information: (912) 525-2166. Held at the Moses Jackson Advancement Center, 1410 B Richards Street. [063012]

Kung Fu School: Ving Tsun

Ving Tsun (Wing Chun) is the world’s fastest growing martial arts style. Uses angles and leverage to turn an attacker’s strength against them. Call Sifu Michael Sampson to learn about free trial classes 912-429-9241. 11202 White Bluff Road. Drop ins welcome. [063012]

Mommy and Baby Yoga Classes

Mondays at the Savannah Yoga Center, 1321 Bull St. Call for times and fees. 912-232-2994 or visit www.savannahyoga.com. [063012]

Pilates Classes

Daily classes for all skill levels including beginners. Private and Semi-Private classes by appointment. Momentum Pilates Studio, 8413 Suite-A Ferguson Ave. Carol Daly-Wilder, Certified Pilates Instructor. 912.238-0018. http:// savannahpilates.com. [063012]

Pregnancy Yoga

Ongoing series of 6-week sessions are held on Thursdays from 6-7:15pm at 100 Riverview Dr. Pre-natal yoga helps mothers-to-be prepare for a more mindful approach to the challenges of pregnancy, labor & delivery. Course fee: $100. Contact Ann Carroll at 912-704-7650 or ann@aikyayoga.com. [063012]

Savannah Disc Golf Club

Weekly events (Entry $5): Friday 5 pm - Friday Night Flights. Sat. 10am-Luck of the draw Doubles. Sat. 1pm-Handicapped League. Tom Triplett Park, Hwy 80 W, Pooler. Sun. 10 amSingles at the Sarge in Hardeeville, SC. Info: savannahdiscgolf.com or savannahdiscgolf@ gmail.com All skill levels welcome. Instruction available. [063012]

Stand-Up Paddleboarding

Stand-up paddleboarding lessons and tours. A great way get out on the water and to stay fit. East Coast Paddleboarding, Savannah/Tybee Island. Eastcoastpaddleboarding.com or 781267-1810 [063012]

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. [063012]

Yoga for Cancer Patients and Survivors

Free for people with cancer and cancer survivors. 6.30 p.m., Tuesdays and 12:45 p.m., Thursdays, FitnessOne, 3rd floor of the Center for Advanced Medicine, Memorial University Medical Center. Call 912-350-9031. [072912]

Zumba Fitness (R) Classes with April

Mondays @ 5:30 and Thursdays @ 6:30. Nonstop Fitness in Sandfly, 8511 Ferguson Ave. Just $5 for nonmembers. Call 912-349-4902 for more info. [063012]

Zumba Fitness and Toning Classes with Anne

Lake Mayer Community Center, 1850 E Montgomery Crossroads. Toning class is Tuesdays, 7-8 pm. Bring 1 or 2 lb. weights. Standard Zumba is Wednesdays, 7pm-8pm. Both classes are $5 per session, Free if you bring a friend. (912) 596-1952.

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. [0622812]

Gay AA Meeting

True Colors AA Group, a gay and lesbian AA meeting that welcomes all alcoholics, meets Sundays at 7:30pm, Wednesdays at 7:30pm and Thursdays at 7:00 pm at 307 E Harris St, top floor. [062812]

Georgia Equality Savannah

The local chapter of Georgia’s largest gay rights group. 104 W. 38th St. 912-547-6263. [062812]

Savannah Pride, Inc.

Meets second Tuesday of every month at 7 p.m. at the FCN office located at 307 E. Harris St., 2nd floor. SPs mission of unity through diversity, and social awareness has helped promote the well-being of the LGBT community in the South, and organizes the annual Savannah Pride Festival. Call 912-288-7863 or email heather@savpride.com. [062812]

Stand Out Youth

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. [062812]

What Makes A Family

A children’s therapy group for children of GLBT parents. Groups range in age from 10 to 18 and are held twice a month. Call 352-2611. [062812]

Health Free hearing & speech screening

Hearing: Every Thurs. 9-11 a.m. Speech: 1st Thurs. of each month. Savannah Speech & Hearing Center, 1206 E. 66th Street. Call 355-4601. www.savannahspeechandhearing. org [062812]

Alcoholics Anonymous

If you want or need to stop drinking, AA can help. Meetings daily throughout the Savannah area. Check www.SavannahAA.com for meeting locations and times, or call 24 hrs 912-356-3688 for information. [062812]

Health Care for Uninsured People

St. Mary’s Health Center is open for primary health for the uninsured of Chatham County. The center, located at 1302 Drayton, is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM. For information or to make an appointment, call 912-443-9409. [062812]

Heartbeats for Life presents Two Supermarket “Walk & Talk’s”

Thursday Aug. 16th at 7:00pm, and Fri. Aug. 17th. at 1:00pm. Learn how to make different choices in your grocery shopping that will switch you to a low-fat plant based diet. Meet at Kroger, 14010 Abercorn St., Savannah. (across from Savannah Mall). No charge. Donations accepted. Led by Jeff Adams of Heartbeats for Life. RSVP at (585)-370-3374 (Jeff Adams Cell Phone) or (912)-598-8457 (Jeff Adams Home).

Hypnobirthing

Teaches the mom and her birth partner to use her natural instincts, trust her body, release emotions and facilitate relaxation during labor and delivery. The series of five classes are held on Monday evenings starting at 6 PM at 100 Riverview Drive. Reservations are required. Private classesavailable. Call Ann Carroll at (912) 704-7650 to verify dates and space availability or e-mail her at carroll3620@bellsouth.net. [070812]

La Leche League of Savannah

Mothers wishing to find out more about breastfeeding are invited to attend a meeting

on the first Thursday of every month at 10am. La Leche League of Savannah is a breastfeeding support group for new and expectant mothers. 897-9544, www.lllusa.org/web/ SavannahGA.html. [062812]

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Living Smart Fitness Club

An exercise program to encourage healthy lifestyle changes offered by St. Joseph’s/ Candler African-American Health Information and Resource Center. Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays. On Mondays and Wednesdays the classes are held at the John. S. Delaware Center from 6:00 PM to 7:15 PM. On Tuesdays from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM, the classes are held at the center on 1910 Abercorn Street. Zumba (Tuesdays). Hip-Hop low impact aerobics with cardio and strengthening exercises. (Mondays & Wednesdays). Information: 912-447-6605. [062812]

Planned Parenthood Hotline

First Line is a statewide hotline for women who want information on health services. Open every night from 7-11p.m. 1-800-2647154. [062812]

Prepared Childbirth Class

Wednesday Series. First four Wednesdays in August, 6:30-8:30pm. An overview of the process of labor and delivery in simple, easy-to-understand terms. Tour of labor and delivery room. $75. Information: 912-3502676. Memorial University Medical Center, Waters Ave. at 61st Street.

Yoga on the Beach at Tybee

Held on Wednesdays and Fridays, at Tybee’s North End, weather permitting, from 7am8am. Come to the North Beach Public Parking area, Gulick Street walkover (next to lifeguard stand #2). Drop-ins encouraged! The class is by donation and is a multi-level class, Hatha I & II, IntegralÃ’ Yoga style. Instructor: Ann Carroll, RYT, 500 hour level. Bring yoga mat or beach towel. Call or e-mail Ann for more information at (912) 704~7650 or ann@aikyayoga.com. [070812]

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(March 21–April 19) These days you have a knack for reclamation and redemption, Aries. If anyone can put fun into what’s dysfunctional, it’s you. You may even be able to infuse neurotic cluelessness with a dose of erotic playfulness. So be confident in your ability to perform real magic in tight spots. Be alert for opportunities to transform messy irrelevancy into sparkly intrigue. By the way, how do you feel about the term “resurrection”? I suggest you strip away any previous associations you might have had, and be open to the possibility that you can find new meanings for it.

TAURUS

(April 20–May 20) The game of tic–tac–toe is simple. Even young children can manage it. And yet there are 255,168 different ways for any single match to play out. The game of life has far more variables than tic–tac–toe, of course. I think that’ll be good for you to keep in mind in the coming weeks. You may be tempted to believe that each situation you’re dealing with can have only one or two possible outcomes, when in fact it probably has at least 255,168. Keep your options wide open. Brainstorm about unexpected possibilities.

GEMINI

(May 21–June 20) Let’s turn our attention to the word “mortar.” I propose that we use it to point out three influences you could benefit from calling on. Here are the definitions of “mortar”: 1. a kind of cannon; 2. the plaster employed for binding bricks together; 3. a bowl where healing herbs are ground into powder. Now please meditate, Gemini, on anything you could do that might: 1. deflect your adversaries; 2. cement new unions; 3. make a container –– in other words, create a specific time and place –– where you will work on a cure for your suffering.

CANCER

(June 21–July 22) Nirvana’s song “Smells Like Teen Spirit” was a mega–hit that sold well and garnered critical acclaim. But it had a difficult birth. When the band’s leader Kurt Cobain first presented the raw tune to the band, bassist Krist Novoselic disliked it and called it “ridiculous.” Cobain pushed back, forcing Novoselic and drummer Dave Grohl

to play it over and over again for an hour and a half. In the course of the ordeal, the early resistance dissolved. Novoselic and Grohl even added their own touches to the song’s riffs. I foresee a similar process for you in the coming week, Cancerian. Give a long listen to an unfamiliar idea that doesn’t grab you at first.

LEO

(July 23–Aug. 22) One of history’s most notorious trials took place in Athens, Greece in 399 BCE. A majority of 501 jurors convicted the philosopher Socrates of impiety and of being a bad influence on young people. What were the impious things he did? “Failing to acknowledge the gods that the city acknowledges” and “introducing new deities.” And so the great man was sentenced to death. This is a good reminder that just because many people believe something is true or valuable or important doesn’t mean it is. That’s especially crucial for you to keep in mind. You are in a phase when it might be wise and healthy to evade at least one popular trend. Groupthink is not your friend.

however. Soon after its launch, scientists realized that there was a major flaw in its main mirror. Fortunately, astronauts were eventually able to correct the problem in a series of complex repair jobs. It’s quite possible, Libra, that you will benefit from a Hubble–like augmentation of your vision in the next nine months. Right from the beginning, make sure there are no significant defects in the fundamentals of your big expansion.

SCORPIO

(Oct. 23–Nov. 21) To some people, sweating is regarded as an indelicate act that should be avoided or hidden. But there are others for whom sweating is a sign of health and vigor. In Egyptian culture, for example, “How do you sweat?” is a common salutation. In the coming weeks, Scorpio, I encourage you to align yourself with the latter attitude. It won’t be a time to try to impress anyone with how cool and dignified you are. Rather, success is more likely to be yours if you’re not only eager to sweat but also willing to let people see you sweat. Exert yourself. Extend yourself. Show how much you care.

VIRGO

SAGITTARIUS

With all the homework you’ve done lately, you’ve earned a lot of extra credit. So I’m thinking you’ll get a decent grade in your unofficial “crash course” even if you’re a bit sleepy during your final exam. But just in case, I’ll provide you with a mini–cheat sheet. Here are the right answers to five of the most challenging test questions. 1. People who never break anything will never learn how to make lasting creations. 2. A mirror is not just an excellent tool for self–defense, but also a tremendous asset in your quest for power over yourself. 3. The less you hide the truth, the smarter you’ll be. 4. The well–disciplined shall inherit the earth. 5. You often meet your destiny on the road you took to avoid it.

“Whatever I take, I take too much or too little; I do not take the exact amount,” wrote poet Antonio Porchia. “The exact amount is no use to me.” I suggest you try adopting that bad–ass attitude in the coming days, Sagittarius. Be a bit contrarian, but with humor and style. Doing so would, I think, put you in sweet alignment with the impish nature of the vibes swirling in your vicinity. If you summon just the right amount of devil–may– care jauntiness, you’ll be likely to get the most out of the cosmic jokes that will unfold.

(Aug. 23–Sept. 22)

LIBRA

(Sept. 23–Oct. 22) The Hubble Space Telescope has taken 700,000 photos of deep space. Because it’s able to record details that are impossible to capture from the earth’s surface, it has dramatically enhanced astronomers’ understanding of stars and galaxies. This miraculous technology got off to a rough start,

(Nov. 22–Dec. 21)

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22–Jan. 19)

What is the longest–running lie in your life? Maybe it’s a deception you’ve worked long and hard to hide. Maybe it’s a delusion you’ve insisted on believing in. Or perhaps it’s just a wish you keep thinking will come true one day even though there’s scant evidence it ever will. Whatever that big drain on your energy is, Capricorn, now would be a good time to try changing your relationship with it. I can’t say for sure that you’ll be able to completely transform it overnight. But if you marshal a

strong intention, you will be able to get the process underway.

AQUARIUS

(Jan. 20–Feb. 18) You may have heard the theory that somewhere there is a special person who is your other half –– the missing part of you. In D. H. Lawrence’s version of this fantasy, the two of you were a single angel that divided in two before you were born. Personally, I don’t buy it. The experiences of everyone I’ve ever known suggest there are many possible soulmates for each of us. So here’s my variation on the idea: Any good intimate relationship generates an “angel” –– a spirit that the two partners create together. This is an excellent time for you to try out this hypothesis, Aquarius. As you interact with your closest ally, imagine that a third party is with you: your mutual angel.

PISCES

(Feb. 19–March 20) In the coming weeks, you’ll be wise to shed your emotional baggage and purge your useless worries and liberate yourself from your attachments to the old days and the old ways. In other words, clear out a lot of free, fresh space. And when you’re finished doing that, Pisces, don’t hide away in a dark corner feeing vulnerable and sensitive and stripped bare. Rather, situate yourself in the middle of a fertile hub and prepare to consort with new playmates, unexpected adventures, and interesting blessings. One of my readers, Reya Mellicker, sums up the right approach: “Be empty, not like the bowl put away in the cupboard, but like the bowl on the counter, cereal box above, waiting to receive.”

The Dolphin Project

The Dolphin Project’s Education Outreach Program is available to speak at your school, club or organization. We offer a fascinating powerpoint with sound and video about our estuarine dolphins and their environment. Age-appropriate programs and related handouts. www.thedolphinproject.org [062712]

Tybee Island Marine Science Center

Offering a variety of fun educational programs including Beach Discovery Walks, Marsh Treks, Turtle Talks and the Coastal Georgia Gallery, which features an up close look at dozens of local species. Open daily, 10am-5pm. For more info, call 912-786-5917 or visit www.tybeemarinescience.org. [062712]

Walk on the Wild Side

The Oatland Island Wildlife Center , 711 Sandtown Rd., offers a 2-mile Native Animal Nature Trail that winds through maritime forest, freshwater wetland and salt marsh habitats, and features live native animal exhibits. Open daily from 10-4 except Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years. 898-3980, www.oatlandisland.org. [062712]

Wilderness Southeast

Offers a variety of programs every month including guided trips with naturalists, canoe rides and more. Their mission is to develop appreciation, understanding, stewardship, and enjoyment of the natural world. For more information: 912-236-8115 or www.wilderness-southeast. org. [062712]

Pets & Animals Full Bowls Adoption Fair and Pet Food Giveaway

Join Low Country Grooming, Full Bowls, Inc., Solace Pit Bull Rescue, and other area rescue agencies on Saturday, August 18, 10am-2pm. Full Bowls, Inc. will be on site to offer pet food assistance to area residents in need. Meet dogs available for adoption, make new friends, discover current volunteer opportunities. Free. Low Country Grooming, 8401 Whitfield Ave. www. facebook.com/FullBowls

Humane Society Pets for Adoption

This summer, the Humane Society of Greater Savannah is experiencing an unprecedented increase in surrendered dogs available to be adopted. See dogs available for adoption at www. HumaneSocietySAV.org or contact: Erin Fontes, Volunteer & Special Programs Coordinator, 912-354-9515 Extension 112. Or email Erin at EFontes@HumaneSocietySAV.org. Visit in person at 7215 Sallie Mood Drive, every day from 11am6pm. [062412]

Low Cost Pet Clinic

Tails Spin and Dr. Stanley Lester, DVM, host lowcost pet vaccine clinics for students, military and seniors on the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month from 5-6pm. Vaccinations: $12.00, with $2.00 per vaccination donated to Savannah Pet Rescue Agencies. Habersham Village Shopping Center. www.tailsspin.com [062712]

St. Almo’s

Savannah True Animal Lovers Meeting Others. Informal dog walks on Sundays at 5pm (weather permitting). Meet at the Canine Palace, 612 Abercorn St. For info, call 912-234-3336. [062712]

Readings & Signings Circle of Sister/Brotherhood Book Club

Meets the last Sunday of the month at 4 p.m. at the African-American Health Information & Resource Center, 1910 Abercorn St. Call 4476605. [062712]

A book discussion group that meets the fourth Tuesday at 1 p.m. at the Ola Wyeth Branch Library, 4 E. Bay St. Bring a book you’ve read this month and tell all about it. Treats to share are always welcomed. Tea will be provided. 2325488 or 652-3660. [062712]

Religious & Spiritual A New Church in the City, For the City.

We gather on Sunday mornings at Bryson Hall (5 East Perry St.) on Chippewa Square at 10:30 am. Like us on Facebook: Savannah Church Plant. [062712]

Change Beyond the Pain Workshop Series

Based on the book by Monifa Robinson Groover. Topics covered: Surrender, God’s Perfect Will, God’s Perfect Timing. God’s Glory, The Power & Purpose of Pain. Faith. Transformation. Location: New Covenant Holiness Church #3, 905 East Duffy Street. Tuesdays, August 7 through September 25. 7:00-8:30pm. Workshop is free. Book purchase is required. Softcover books will be available for purchase.

Guided Silent Prayer

A couple of songs done acoustically, about 30 minutes of guided silent prayer, and a few minutes to receive prayer if you want (or remain in silence). A mid-week rest and re-focus. 6:458pm on Wednesdays at the Vineyard Church. 615 Montgomery St. (behind Blowin’ Smoke BBQ). www.vineyardsavannah.org [062712]

Savannah Zen Center

Meditation, Classes & Events are held at 111 E. 34th St., Savannah, Ga 31401. For schedule: savannahzencenter.com or visit us on Facebook. {062712]

Service of Compline

The Service of Compline at Christ Church has moved: same music, same service, same choir, same preacher--different location. Service of chanted Compline by candlelight will be held at historic Independent Presbyterian Church (corner of Bull Street and Oglethorpe) every Sunday night at 9:00p.m. “Come, say good night to God.” [062712]

Sizzlin’ Summer Suppers at White Bluff Presbyterian Church

Wednesday nights at 6:30 pm, beginning June 13, gather for simple food, good community and a spiritual lift. A cookout supper followed by a simple vespers service. Supper is free, although contributions are welcome. The church is located at 10710 White Bluff Road in Savannah. Information: www.whitebluffpresbyterian.com.

Theology on Tap

Meets at The Distillery every month on the third Monday night from 8:30 - 10:30pm. Like us on Facebook: Theology on Tap Downtown

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Unitarian Universalist Beloved Community Church

Services begin Sunday at 11 a.m. at 1001 E. Gwinnett St. Coffee and discussion follow each service. Religious education for grades 1-8 is offered. For information, call 786-6075, e-mail UUBC2@aol.com. Celebrating diversity. Working for justice. [062712]

Unitarian Universalist Church of Savannah

Liberal religious community where different people with different beliefs gather as one faith. Sunday, 11 am, Troup Square Sanctuary. 234-0980, admin@uusavannah.org or www. uusavannah.org. [062712]

Unity Church of Savannah

Two Sunday morning Celebration Services - 9:15 and 11:00. (Children’s Church and childcare at 11:00.) Noon prayer service every Thurs. To find out about classes, workshops and more visit, www. unityofsavannah.org or call 912-355-4704. 2320 Sunset Blvd. [062712]

Support Groups

Al-Anon Family Groups

An anonymous fellowship of relatives and friends of alcoholics. The message of the AlAnon Family Groups is one of strength and hope for friends and families of problem drinkers. Al-Anon is for adults, and Alateen is for young people ages 13-19. Meetings daily throughout Savannah and the surrounding area. Check www.savannahalanon.com for meeting information and times, or call 912-598-9860. [062512]

Alcoholics Anonymous

If you want or need to stop drinking, AA can help. Meetings daily throughout the Savannah area. Check www.SavannahAA.com for meeting locations and times, or call 24 hrs 912-3563688 for information. [062512]

Alzheimer’s Caregivers and Families Support Group

Senior Citizens, Inc. hosts caregivers and families support groups for individuals caring for Alzheimer’s and dementia family members. Locations and days: Every 2nd Monday at Wilmington Island United Methodist Church, 195 Wilmington Island Road. Every 2nd Thursday, 5:30pm, at Ruth Byck Adult Day Care facility, 64 Jasper St. For more info, call 236-0363, ext. 143. [062512]

Amputee Support Group

Open to all patients who have had a limb amputated and their families or caregivers. Call 355-7778 or 353-9635. [062512]

Brain Injury Support Group

For traumatic brain injury survivors and their caregivers. Meets the third Thursday at 5 p.m.

in the gym at The Rehabilitation Institute at Memorial University Medical Center. http:// www.memorialhealth.com [122911]

p.m. in Conference Room 2, Candler Heart and Lung Building, 5356 Reynolds St.. 819-6743. http://www.sjchs.org/ [062512]

Meets Tuesdays at 5:20pm, at First Presbyterian Church on Washington Avenue and Paulsen Street. Survivor’s and care providers welcome. Enter via Washington Ave. Contact Melissa at 912-844-4524 or Krista at 912-8197053. [062512]

12-step program offers freedom from gambling. Meets weekly in Savannah. Leave msg with contact information for Phil @ 912-7484730. [062512]

Breast Cancer Survivors Group

Cancer Support Group

Meets the first Wednesday of the month from 11am-12pm. at the Nancy N. and J.C. Lewis Cancer & Research Pavilion, 225 Candler Drive (at Reynolds Street across from Candler Hospital.) For anyone living with, through or beyond a diagnosis of cancer. Call 819-5704. [062512]

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. [062512]

Coastal Empire Polio Survivors Association

Meets the fourth Saturday of the month at 10:30 a.m. Polio survivors and guests are invited. For information and location, call 912927-8332 or go to www.coastalempirepoliosurvivors.org. (There is no charge for this meeting.) [062512]

Couples Struggling with Fertility Challenges

Meets every Saturday at 6:45 p.m. at Savannah Christian Church, 55 Al Henderson Blvd. Room 250. A group for couples dealing with primary or secondary infertility, whether on this journey for one year or many years. Call Kelly at 5960852 or email emptycradle_savannah@hotmail. com. [062512]

Essential Tremor Support Group

Open to everyone (especially those with the disease, care partners or family, and healthcare givers), this group discusses issues of managing the disease, new treatments and therapies, and maintaining quality of life. Meets the first Thursday of the month from 3:00-4:30pm in the conference room located on the 2nd floor of the Nancy N. and J. C. Lewis Cancer & Research Pavilion, 225 Candler Drive (across from Candler Hospital). Information: 912-819-2224. [072812]

Families Anonymous

A world wide twelve-step self-help support program for relatives and friends of people with substance abuse or behavioral problems. Savannah meeting on Thursdays, 6:30-8:30pm. New location as of June 21. Memorial Health University Medical Center, first floor-Main Bldg, conference room D. Information: 912-660-6845 or email sandyjtyler@comcast.net. [062412]

Fibromyalgia Support Group

Meets the second Thursday from 5:30-6:30

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Grief Support Group

Full Circle Grief and Loss Center, 450 Mall Blvd. Seven-week support groups for children and adults are offered by the bereavement counselors at no charge as a complementary service of Hospice Savannah. For information call 912.303.9442 or visit www.HospiceSavannahHelps.org. [062512]

Heartbeats for Life

A free support and education group for those who have suffered from, or want to prevent or reverse Heart Disease, and/or Diabetes problems. One Tuesday per month. All meetings at 6 pm. Next meeting: August 21 – How to Strengthen Your Immune System. All meetings at Southwest Chatham Library, 14097 Abercorn St. (behind Target at Savannah Mall) Contact, Jeff: 912-598-8457; email: jeff@heartbeatsforlife-ga.org [062512]

HIV-AIDS: Support Group

For information on a support group for men and women living with HIV/AIDS, please contact Mary Jackson at My Brothaz HOME, Inc. at 912231-8727. These two groups are confidential and only for persons with verified HIV/AIDS. [062512]

Leukemia, Lymphoma and Myeloma Support Group

For patients with blood-related cancers and their loved ones. Memorial Health University Medical Center, http://www.memorialhealth. com. Call Jennifer Currin, 350-7845. [062512]

Narcotics Anonymous

Call 238-5925 for the Savannah Lowcountry Area Narcotics Anonymous meeting schedule. [062412]

National Alliance of Mentally Ill -Support Groups

A weekly 90 minute support group for any with a mental health diagnosis. Free & open to the public. We also have a weekly family support group. Both groups meet on Tuesdays, 6pm to 8pm. Both are held at Trinity Lutheran Church, 12391 Mercy Blvd. Free and open to the public. [062512]

Parents of Ill Children

Backus Children’s Hospital sponsors this group for parents with 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 weekly. Call Donna at 912350-5616. http://www.memorialhealth.com/ backus [062512] cs

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TOWNHOUSE: 100 Lewis Drive, Apt 13A 2BR/1.5BA, 2-story. Washer/dryer connections, all appliances. No pets. $600/month, $600/deposit. Call 912-663-0177 or 912-663-5368. VERY NICE HOUSES *2103 Causton Bluff: 3BR/1BA $750. *2220 E.43rd:3BR/1BA, CH&A, furnished kitchen, fenced yard, more! $850. 912-507-7934 or 912-927-2853

A NEWLY Renovated home. Washer/dryer, cable, all utilities included. $135/week, no deposit. Pet friendly. Please call 912-484-6565

LARGE ROOM with private bath for rent in spacious house near Daffin Park, shared with a professional female and her cat. $450/mo + utilities. Call Alys at 802-310-3311

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2BR/1BA, LR, DR, kitchen, central air, fenced backyard. In quiet neighborhood. Section 8 Accepted. $750/month, $750/security. 660-4296 or 507-7875 WILMINGTON ISLAND: Johnny Mercer duplex, 2BR/1BA, LR, dining area, kitchen, newly renovated $795/month. 912-897-6789 or 912-344-4164 rooms for rent 895 ROOMS FOR RENT Completely furnished. Central heat and air. Conveniently located on busline. $130 per week. Call 912-844-5995. SPACIOUS ROOMS FOR RENT Newly renovated on busline.2 blocks from Downtown Kroger,3 blocks from Historic Forsyth Park. $150/week w/No deposit. 844-5995 EFFICIENCY ROOMS Includes stove, refrigerator, private bath. Furnished! $180/week. Call 912-844-5995.

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SATURN Ion, 2007, Automatic, AC, Power Windows, Locks, CC, New Tires, New windshield, fully serviced, fully detailed, title in hand, 64K, $7,000. 912-657-4098

APARTMENTS FOR RENT

2BR/1BA Apartments, LV Room, Dining, Kitchen w/appliances, washer/dryer hookup. UTILITIES INCLUDED! NO CREDIT REQUIRED! $225 weekly, $895/monthly, Call 912-319-4182, M-Sat 9AM-6PM

ROOM FOR RENT Safe, Quiet environment in nearly new home. Utilities & cable included. On busline. $125/weekly, $75/deposit. Call 912-484-1347 Call 912-721-4350 and Place Your Classified Ad Today!

LARGE VICTORIAN with windows on two sides, across from library, nicely furnished, all utilities. TV/cable/internet, washer/dryer, $140/week. $504/month. 912-231-9464 Other apts. avail.

ROOMS FOR RENT

$75 Move-In Special Today!! Clean, furnished, large. Busline, central heat/air, utilities. $100-$130 weekly. Rooms w/bathroom $145. Call 912-289-0410.

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ROOMMATES WANTED East Savannah: Very clean. Stove, refrigerator, cable, washer/dryer included. On bus line. Starting at $125/week. Call 912-961-2842

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Furnished, affordable room available includes utility, cable,refrigerator, central heat/air. $115-$140/weekly, no deposit.Call 912-844-3609 NEED A ROOM? STOP LOOKING! Great rooms available ranging from $115-$140/weekly. Includes refrigerators, cable w/HBO, central heat/air. No deposit. Call 912-398-7507. ROOM FOR RENT: Safe Environment. Central heat/air, cable, telephone service. $450-$550 monthly, $125/security deposit, No lease. Immediate occupancy. Call Mr. Brown:912-663-2574 or 912-234-9177.

CLEAN, comfortable rooms. Washer/dryer, air, cable, HBO, ceiling fans. $110-$140 weekly. No deposit. Call Ike @ 844-7065 CLEAN, QUIET, Room & Efficiencies for Rent.On Busline, Stove, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer. Rates from $85-$165/week. Call 912-272-4378 or 912-631-2909

FURNISHED APTS. $165/WK.

Private bath and kitchen, cable, utilities, washer furnished. AC & heat, bus stop on property. No deposit required. Completely safe, manager on property. Contact Cody, 695-7889 or Jack, 342-3840.

$100 & Up. Furnished, includes utilities, central heat/air, Comcast cable, washer/dryer. Ceramic tile in kitchen. Shared Kitchen & Shared bath. Call 912-210-0144. transportation 900

cars 910 2002 Chevy Cavalier CHEVROLET Cavalier, 2002- Car is in immaculate condition new tires, paint and battery $3,500. (912)663-0064

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2005- Volvo V50 2.4I 116 K, Immaculate condition, drives like new car. $ 8500/obo New Michelin tires call Paul 912-660-7532 Extremely Rare (Custom Cloud) ROLLSROYCE Silver Cloud Lookalike, engine w/only 2200 miles. Can be seen Southside Auto, 1123 E. Montgomery Xrds. $7,900. 912-658-1939

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Paint & Body Work. Reasonably Priced. Insurance Claims. We buy wrecks. Call 912-355-5932. KIA Rio, 2001- 4-door, super clean, runs great, low miles, 5 speed manual. $1,950. Call 441-2150 NISSAN PATHFINDER, 1998- All brand new tires & new service, tow package. Needs transmission, is running. $1,900. 912-330-9636 or 912-220-8868

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