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UNION MISSION THANKGIVING FOR THE HOMELESS

What: Union Mission will serve 300 free Thanksgiving dinners, donated by Gulfstream Aerospace. The traditional Thanksgiving dinner will feature roasted turkey, mashed potatoes and all the trimmings.

When: Thursday, November 25, 2 p.m.

Where: Union Mission’s Grace House 120 Fahm Street

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Wednesday Spine & Sport Union Misson Toiletry Drive Begins

What: Bring unused toiletry items like soap,

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shampoo, wash cloths, deodorant, tooth paste, tooth brushes, razors and shaving cream to help the homeless at Union Mission.

When: Now through Dec. 21.

Where: All five locations of Spine & Sport Info: www.spinesport.org

Mannheim Steamroller

What: A Christmas music extravaganza and

light show at the Civic Center.

When: Wed. Nov. 24, 7:30 p.m.

Where: Civic Center, 301 W. Oglethorpe St. Cost: $29-65 Info: www.savannahcivic.com/

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Savannah Christian Church Thanksgiving Ten Can Run

What: Family fun on Thanksgiving morning with a 5k/10k run/walk with a quarter-mile kids run. Runners bring 10 cans of food for Lighthouse ministry, which distributes the food to families in need.

When: Registration begins at 7:30 a.m. on Thanksgiving. Runners start at 8:30 a.m.

Where: Henderson campus, Savannah Christian Church, 55 Al Henderson Blvd Cost: 10 cans of food Info: savannahchristian.com

Gingerbread Village

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chefs, students and community groups. Presented by the Savannah Harbor Foundation.

Runs through December 25.

When: Thu. Nov. 25, Fri. Nov. 26, Sat. Nov. 27 Where: Westin Savannah Harbor, Hutchinson Island Cost: Free and open to the public Info: www.westinsavannah.com/events

United Way Turkey Trot

What: Features Kids K, diaper dash and 5k

Run/Walk. Proceeds benefit the United Way of the Coastal Empire.

When: Thu. Nov. 25, 8 a.m.

Where: Daffin Park, 1401 E. Victory Dr. Cost: $35

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land, including performances of Christmas standards and a visit from Santa.

When: Thu. Nov. 25, 8 p.m., Fri. Nov. 26, 8 p.m., Sat. Nov. 27, 8 p.m., Sun. Nov. 28, 3 p.m.

Where: Savannah Theatre, 222 Bull St. Cost: $16-35 Info: 912-233-7764. www.savannahtheatre. com/

the Bob Alberti Trio for two nights of performances.

When: Fri. Nov. 26, 8 p.m., Sat. Nov. 27, 8 p.m.

Where: The Jazz Corner, Hilton Head Cost: $15 Info: 843-842-8620. www.thejazzcorner.com

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Friday Savannah Holly Days

What: The annual two-day downtown

event features ice skating and a tree lighting ceremony in Ellis Square on Friday, followed by a snow area, ice carving demo, live entertainment and other activities.

When: Fri. Nov. 26, 6 p.m.-9 p.m., Sat. Nov. 27, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Where: Broughton Street & adjacent squares Cost: Free admission; $5 to ice skate Info: www.savannahhollydays.com/

Savannah Holly Days Wine Tasting

What: Sample domestics as well as reds and whites from Spain, Argentina, Germany, Chile, Austria and France.

When: Fri. Nov. 26, 6 p.m Where: Reynolds Square Cost: $20 per person gets a wristband for unlmiited tasting.

Info: www.savannahhollydays.com/

What: Saxophone player Harry Allen joins

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Saturday Book Signing: Martha Nesbit

What: The cookbook author signs copies of

her new book “Savannah Celebrations” and hosts a food demo.

When: Sat. Nov. 27, 1 p.m.-4 p.m.

Where: Kitchenware Outfitters, 5500 Abercorn St. Suite 18 Cost: Free

Book Signing: April Sallen-Jackson What: Jackson, a Garden City resident, will

sign copies of her children’s book “Away: An Adventure Just on the Other Side of Mysteria Bridge” When: Sat. Nov. 27, 1 p.m.-3 p.m.

Where: Books-A-Million, 8108 Abercorn St. Cost: Free

What: The Savannah Danse Theatre

presents a local take on the Tchaikovsky ballet.

When: Sat. Nov. 27, 2 p.m. 7:30 PM, Where: Lucas Theatre, 32 Abercorn St. Cost: $27-50 Info: 912-525-5050. www.lucastheatre. com/

The Nutcracker

What: The Columbia City Ballet pres-

ents the timeless holiday ballet.

When: Sat. Nov. 27, 5:30 p.m.

Where: Civic Center, 301 W. Oglethorpe St. Cost: $22-42 Info: 912-651-6556. www.savannahcivic.com

10th Annual Parade of Lights

What: A local holiday tradition featuring

a parade of lighted boats coming up the river and a tree lighting ceremony on the river.

When: Sat. Nov. 27, 5:30 p.m.

Where: Along the Savannah River Cost: Free Info: www.riverstreetsavannah.com/

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Tuesday Savannah Winds Concert What: World premiere of “A

Savannah Symphony”, commissioned by the Savannah Winds and composed and conducted by English composer Philip Sparke.

When: Tue. Nov. 30, 7:30 p.m.

Where: AASU Fine Arts Auditorium, 11935 Abercorn St. Cost: $12-14 Info: 912-344-2801. www.tickets.armstrong.edu/

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Wednesday Film: Big Time (US, 1988)

What: The Psychotronic Film Society

says ‘Happy Birthday’ Tom Waits with a screening of this rare concert film mixing live footage with dramatic vignettes.

When: Wed. Dec. 01, 8 p.m.

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Vinyl Appreciation

What: A group of local DJs and record

collectors play analog musical treasures and curiousities at this laidback listening party.

When: Sun. Nov. 28, 5 p.m.-10 p.m.

Where: Muse Arts Warehouse, 703 D Louisville Rd. Cost: $3 Info: 713-1137. vinyl912.tumblr.com/

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Observations on the touching of junk

by Jim Morekis | jim@connectsavannah.com

This is just horrible... I’d much rather be blown up by a terrorist than be reduced to this crap.

— Commenter on TSA’s official blog (blog.tsa.gov)

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which our intrepid reporter dishes dirt on Walmart, new local businesses, and goodlookin’ people. by patrick rodgers

consumer news:

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count of Allegiant Air’s inaugural flight out of Savannah. by rubi mcgrory

08 Free speech 11 Politics 12 community 14 Blotter 15 Straight Dope 13 News of the Weird

culture

It’s been a joke around the world for years that Americans will tolerate any misbehavior from their leaders except for sex scandals, about which we as a nation seem extraordinarily sensitive.

It’s strangely appropriate, then, that a sex scandal might be the thing that brings change to our country’s broken airport security system.

The news that the Transportation Security Administration (TSA, which critics now say should stand for Total Sexual Assault) will use “enhanced” pat–down techniques in the wake of the so-called Underwear Bomber has hit the public consciousness like a thunderbolt. By late last week, the YouTube video of the “Don’t Touch My Junk” guy, John Tyner, had gone viral worldwide.

As someone who, mostly unpopularly, railed against the loss of civil liberties in the wake of 9/11 — warrantless wiretaps, waterboarding, indefinite detention, “free speech zones,” etc.

— I’m pleasantly surprised that Americans have finally found a bright line over which they don’t want to cross. The fact that we had to get all the way to legalized sexual assault is still a pretty sad comment, however.

The pat-downs are offered in lieu of going through the new X-ray “backscatter” scanner

by the numbers:

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devices, which, in addition to heightening your risk of cancer, literally see you naked, every contour of the entire surface of your body.

Young, old, female, male, pubescent, prepubescent, doesn’t matter. That $9 an hour TSA worker will see it all.

The brand name of the machines is “Rapiscan.” I’m not making that up.

In response to an initial uproar over the backscatter machines’ invasion of privacy — and the news that federal marshals had kept 35,000 digital images of nude travelers in defiance of policy — TSA came up with a typically cruel and stupid split–the–baby solution that only a bureaucrat could love: Allowing passengers to opt instead for an “enhanced pat–down” by a TSA worker.

“Pat–down” is a euphemism, since the technique involves aggressively prodding your private parts, from crotch to breasts, as hundreds of graphic online accounts indicate.

As a grown man it’s frankly less of an issue with me. But I can’t imagine what a woman, or

a child, or a previous victim of sexual assault, or a masectomy patient with reconstructive surgery, or a person with a colostomy bag would think of this humiliating and powerless experience at the hands of a total stranger, in a place where the slightest hint of protest can get you bumped off a flight or even arrested.

Parents who have tried to inculcate a “good touch, bad touch” style of education with their kids are now confronted with having to tell their kids that bad touches are OK when they’re done by an hourly government worker.

That, or go through a machine where a stranger will be able to see every inch of your nude body while you stand still with your hands over your head, in the universal pose of surrender — in this case, surrendering the last vestige of your dignity to maintain the government’s politically correct policy that everyone is equally likely to be a terrorist, and everyone is equally under suspicion.

If the government was really intent about stopping terrorism, TSA would focus on scanning all cargo, which they don’t currently do.

They’d recognize that a backed–up line at a checkpoint is as juicy a target as an airplane.

They’d hire and train qualified employees instead of considering the agency as a huge jobs program — which now is likely to attract some pretty weird applicants!

And they might consider a more realistic approach in determining who is more likely to be a terrorist.

42.2 million Number of travelers taking a Thanksgiving trip at least 50 miles away from home

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Percent of people making their Thanksgiving trips by car

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Percent of people flying to their destinations

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For those of you — and there are many — who will trot out the old chestnut, “We must do whatever it takes to prevent terrorism,” I have a simple, if graphic, response: What if a terrorist is caught with explosives inside their rectum, as drug mules have done with narcotics for years? And the federal government in its continuing wisdom decides that a full rectal search will be required of every passenger?

Are you still going to say “whatever it takes?” As you bend over?

When “whatever it takes” involves losing your most basic personal privacy and violating long–held social standards of propriety, can we not say the terrorists really have won?

I’d remind you that Osama Bin Laden still roams free while we discuss whether or not to legalize molestation in the name of security.

I’d say the scoreboard is pretty clear on who got the better end of that particular deal, wouldn’t you?

Ironically considering the bogus “controversy” over Islamic Sharia law in the U.S., this is one area where Sharia law actually knows best. Several Muslim countries have banned the use of the backscatter machines in airports on the basis that they violate Muslim standards of decency and modesty. Good for them.

Most significantly, the nation of Israel — a perpetual terrorist target if there ever was one — uses neither backscatter machines nor sexually invasive touching.

If we were reasonable, we’d take that as a pretty serious cue. But alas, in this country there are lucrative contracts for political donors to be awarded, new labor unions to be encouraged, and as always quaint notions of constitutional freedom to be abused at whim.

During his encounter with TSA in San Diego, John Tyner was told by a TSA worker that “By buying your ticket you gave up a lot of rights.”

If one of the rights we forfeit is the right to be free of sexual assault, then we should go ahead and wave the white flag of surrender, because we will truly have lost the war.

Speaking of airplanes, but on a much happier note: Check out Rubi McGrory’s great first-person account in this issue of the inaugural Allegiant Air flight out of Savannah.

Her story’s a pat-down free zone focusing on prices, fees, customer service, and other user-friendly tips on the new flights. cs

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by Miriam Center

A contrarian view of Extreme Makeover They came, they saw, they conquered.

And they left a giant new home that dwarfs the neighborhood.

It was like living on Broadway, watching Extreme Makeover: Home Edition Savannah just across from my beautiful and solemn home — the one I bought when I left Historic Savannah for a simpler and more subdued way of life.

But no more. As one of the neighbors pointed out, the split pea green house overshadowing my sanctity would make a wonderful float in next years Saint Patrick’s Day parade.

The crew was marvelous, considerate and kind. I was even put up in a hotel because their machinery was overpowering every pore of my body and home.

When I did come home to write and eat, I had to swerve through snake-like car traffic and enter through the lane to my garage.

But that didn’t bother me. What unraveled my nerves was the people tromping over my lawn, smashing cigarette butts in my driveway and destroying my grass. Several people even rang my doorbell and said they would like to see my house.

Yes, it was charitable and kind and loving to see a community come together to help a family. But does it have to be so opulent? Do we have to be slaves to reality television to be kind to our neighbors and community?

I now feel like I’m living on a Hollywood set when I see that big green house — or “The House,” as it has come to be known, almost like “The Book,” as John Berendt’s Midnight In The Garden of Good and Evil is labeled.

A local architect who lives nearby said the house is too big for the lot, and not architecturally compatible to our little 55th Street. I hope the producers of the show consider the neighborhood before tackling their next project....

The day arrives for the family to get their house. Paula Deen is standing across the street from me, and so are 2500 other people waiting to see the new family. The black limo does about thirty practice runs up and down 55th just in front of my door.

Every time they approach the intersection the crowd roars and holds up signs and a few cheerleaders tumble in the air.

I rush back inside and shut my door. This is the most surrealistic moment of my life and I’m trapped here.

More metro police arrive. They have been told to report at 1 p.m and be prepared to stay until 8 p.m. Some have made commitments for secondary jobs but they are trapped with me.

The family are filmed entering the house, but they don’t stay there. They are downtown at a hotel. The Simpsons move in the next day and the crowd is gone, only onlookers and still heavy security.

My friend comes for dinner and we take a walk across Abercorn Street, and are stopped by a security guard, who looks about twelve years old, sitting on a folding chair. He tells me to go back to my side of the street and not to cross over the median, where a portable bathroom stares at my kitchen window.

I tell him I walk this street on a daily basis, but he insists that I go back.

When I ask him why, he says, “The family has moved in and they don’t want anybody to look at them.”

“I’ll walk with my eyes closed,” I say.

He stands up. My friend says, “She’s a neighbor.” The security guard rolls his eyes and answers, “We know.”

Now the weekend arrives and the intersection in front of my house is still blocked off. I brew my coffee and look out my kitchen window at a toilet.

I dash outside and complain, and it’s gone in 15 minutes. I’m left to wonder if the volunteers who worked so diligently and lovingly are going to pressure-wash the film of dust that covers my white brick home that settled there from the blasting and drilling I will visit my new neighbors; take them flowers and a casserole. And I will probably have a For Sale sign on my lawn in 2011.

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city notebook

by Patrick Rodgers | patrick@connectsavannah.com

Some things don’t fit in a big box

A few thoughts on Walmart, the attractiveness of Savannah residents and supporting local business The new building doesn’t really stand out from the Southside’s tradition of sprawl, and there are no signs announcing the imminent arrival of a new business opening soon, despite how far along the exterior work has progressed.

The announcement heralding the city’s newest Walmart Supercenter, opening early next year across from Savannah Mall — ironically in the location of an abandoned Walmart which closed in 2002 — was surprising for a couple of reasons: First, because there are already seven of the big box behemoths in the Savannah area, six of which are Supercenters; and, second, by the absence of a modicum of the public outrage generated in some circles by plans for a McDonald’s on Broughton Street.

The devotees of non–corporate eating establishments who cried foul at the pillaging of the historic district (despite the fact that there are already several chains and franchises along the Broughton corridor) have lifted nary a finger to oppose the further expansion of the biggest of the big box stores.

Maybe no one cares because the area is far from a pristine wilderness. If we can endure three Walmarts in a 10 or 15 mile area, what is the harm in one more? How many Walmarts do we need in a 10–15 mile area?

There wasn’t a ticker–tape parade welcoming the new store, but I’m sure there were some congratulatory handshakes. The announcement said there would be a hiring center set up for applicants interested in one of the 250 new jobs created. But this is hardly the economic development we should be celebrating.

It’s no secret that most, if not all, of Walmart’s goods are produced overseas and hence promote the trade deficit that’s decimated our manufacturing base, but let’s focus on the local impact.

According to one study, the impact of a new Walmart is actually a net loss

of 150 jobs. It creates jobs the first year, but as other local businesses begin to lay off employees or shut down because of declining revenue, the positive swings to a negative.

The jobs created also create downward pressure on wages because the jobs that survive pay less.

There’s also the amount of money a business puts back into the local economy. A big box store will return about 16 percent of its revenue back into the local economy in the form of wages, services, etc. A local business will put somewhere between 25 and 38 percent, depending on the sector.

If ten percent of our collective spending was shifted to locally owned establishments, it would result in tens of millions of extra dollars per year in the local economy. That’s a meaningful component in poverty reduction, job creation, quality of life, etc.

There are plenty of scary numbers about Walmart — how many of their employees receive taxpayer subsidized food stamps or Medicaid, or how much

of the national gross domestic product the corporation’s sales represent.

But now we’ll turn to a completely unrelated number — how good looking Savannahians are according to a recent reader survey conducted by Travel & Leisure.

Savannah is number three in the country for the attractiveness of its residents, according to the magazine’s readers.

We won’t delve into the politics of how these things are tabulated, but I will note that we were again beaten by our old rival Charleston, who placed first in the beauty portion of the contest.

Although Savannah/Charleston comparisons might continue ad infinitum, one way that Savannah seems to be winning is the number of new locally owned businesses downtown.

If Broughton and King Streets go head to head (which happens regularly on travel forum websites), there are far fewer brand stores on Broughton. Some people view that as a detractor, but to those people, I say, go to Charleston — it’s like a mall with no roof.

Even in a down economy, small business here has thrived over the past few months. Last weekend, a new store called Wooden Sheep opened.

“We want to promote the idea of sustainability, how you can create environments that are enjoyable and successful built from reclaimed materials,” explains co–owner Eric Hallworth.

The small shop on East Liberty is still a work in progress. Among the current

Eric Hallworth and Ben Mattern of Wooden Sheep

selections are bags, jewelry, dog collars, and a variety of other handmade items, featuring in–house designs as well as creations made by other local artists.

“We use this wood to make displays,” says Hallworth, standing next to a pile of wood he and business partner Ben Mattern have gathered. “From those scraps we can make bracelets, and from the scraps of those we make rings, and then the saw dust, we have someone who helps us make paper out of cedar and mahogany scraps.”

A few blocks away on Wright Square, the boutique Arc opened last month.

Owner Kyle Hinton, a SCAD alum who spent the last several years in New York, decided to return to Savannah to open the shop, which is a study in curation.

“I was working in Fashion Advertising,” Hinton says. “I just came back to pursue the business venture.”

Besides an array of stylish vintage clothing and sunglasses, the shop carries boots, sketchbooks and a variety of unique skin care and shaving products.

“It’s always going to change,” says Hinton. “That’s what interests me about something like this. This time next year it could be something totally different based on what we have in stock or whatever customers are buying.”

Even beyond the boundaries of the Landmark Historic District there has been tremendous business growth lately, like the explosion of excellent new restaurants in Thomas Square that have ‘green’ in their name (The Green Truck Pub, Sammy Green’s, Butterhead Greens) all of which are well worth a visit.

There’s also the new coffee roaster called Perc on Desoto Avenue in the Starland district that joins the growing number of businesses there.

As Savannah continues to rise in prominence as a destination, we’ll only become more attractive for chains and big box retailers.

Could we end up in the same plight as Austin, whose “Keep Austin Weird” campaign became a rallying cry for local business supporters when the city rose from liberal Texas enclave to the more affluent hipster–magnet status?

Not if we support the variety of local businesses we already have — otherwise, we might as well just all give up and move to Charleston.

I hear it’s nice there, but personally, I prefer Savannah. cs

However, several members of the Film Commission expressed concern about plans to shift the Film Department under the umbrella of Leisure Services rather than have the director answering directly to the City Manager.

Interspersed with the parade of film supporters were also several people expressing concern that the SDRA was slated for a 67 percent reduction in its budget request for the following year.

Although the multi–million dollar Martin Luther King Boulevard streetscape improvement plan is finally contracted, its commencement was delayed several years, which had some members of council questioning the efficacy of the agency.

Several supporters noted that although the SDRA wasn’t the only factor involved, that they had played a significant role in the re–development of downtown to its current vibrancy.

Alderman Jeff Felser called the “gutting” of SDRA’s budget “unjust and undue.”

Despite the cuts to departments and

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Before input could be heard by City Council last week regarding the future of the Savannah Development and Renewal Authority (SDRA) and the Film and Tourism Department, awards were given to three middle school students, each of whom read their compositions espousing the virtues of responsible budgeting for families and individuals.

It was either a sly maneuver aimed at disarming discussions of tapping reserve funds to balance the budget or an uncannily serendipitous moment in scheduling.

Although comments could be made on any portion of the budget, behind the scenes lobbying by the Film Department and the SDRA made them the subject of every comment but one.

Word of the Film and Tourism Department’s demise spread quickly through emails, texts, and social media updates. However, updates about

the actual situation did not spread as quickly, and from more than half dozen film supporters who commented during the public hearing on the City’s 2011 budget, only one or two seemed to have a complete grasp of the situation.

The Film Commission, a 19–person board nominated by City Council, is not going to be cut to one person.

Nor is the Film Department going to be shuttered. The Film and Tourism Department will likely have ‘tourism’ removed from its list of responsibilities, and it will have two staff people who will be employed in said office.

“There is no movement to abolish the Film Commission,” said Mayor Johnson during what he described as a “teachable moment.”

“There is no effort to lessen the effectiveness of those persons who have been working and doing all the great things you’ve been talking about,” the mayor continued.

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Alderwoman Mary Ellen Sprague stressed that the two percent wage increase would not be shouldered by taxpayers directly because the millage rate would be reduced next year, and that it would be paid for by cuts.

Alderwoman Mary Osborne then interjected to further define “cuts” by saying that savings would be realized by things like incentivized early retirement rather than reductions in services.

Alderman Tony Thomas applauded the City Manager’s efforts for finding and eliminating at least 100 vacant positions, but the funding for which was being used to balance budgets for various offices. “That is a success,” he said. cs

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HollyDays are here again

‘Tis the season downtown this weekend

by Patrick Rodgers | patrick@connectsavannah.com

It may still be unseasonably warm occasionally these days, but that might be even more reason to pretend it’s winter this weekend for the annual HollyDays event hosted by Visit Savannah.

Friday night features an international wine tasting in Reynolds Square as well as ice skating on Broughton Street (no, it’s not real ice, but it is real skating).

Saturday includes a full day of winter fun, including snow area, ice skating, live music and much more. Check out the full schedule below, and for more info, visit: www.savannahhollydays.com The events on Saturday, November 27 are from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. and include the following: Snow Areas in Reynolds Square Ice Skating on Broughton Street Children’s Activity Area in Johnson Square Meet and Greet Santa Claus on Broughton Life–Size Snow Globe on Broughton Large Ice Carving Demonstrations in Johnson Square Local Merchant’s Area on Broughton The schedule of live music in Ellis Square Saturday, including plenty of holiday favorites, is as follows: 10–10:30 a.m. – The Pride of Ireland 10:45–11:15 a.m. – The Savannah Arts Academy 10:30 a.m.–Noon – Holiday Sing–Along with Chris Cannon 12:15–1 p.m. – The Asbury Methodist Church Choir 1:15–2 p.m. – The Gretchen Green Dancers 2:15–3 p.m. – The Richmond Hill Dance Theatre 3:30–4 p.m. – Chris Desa of the Savannah Folk Society

Some photos from last year’s Holly Days event, courtesy of Visit Savannah

All this and free cake, too?

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My experience on Allegiant Air

by Rubi McGrory

Allegiantâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s staff was friendly and helpful. They stood behind a counter festooned with balloons and I joked about the obligatory partnership between cake and balloons. They werenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t kidding.

Free cake is not typical (bottled water is $2), nor was the celebratory spray from a local fire truckâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;but these necessary festivities honor Allegiantâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first flight out of Savannah.

The plane, an MD80, is a proven aviation machine. My open-seating boarding went smoothly, even without perks.

Plenty of empty seats meant no worries about where to jam my overstuffed carry-on (two loaves of banana bread, a double batch of cookies, and daily shoe options). The bathrooms were clean, the flight crew friendly and efficient.

We took off on time, landed early, and had a stunning view of the Florida coast during the 70-minute flight. There is no Skymall catalogue, thus, no opportunity to spend the flight fantasizing about pop-up hot dog cooker culinary bliss.

Once in Fort Lauderdale a 15 minute taxi ride would find me beaching it, but instead I headed to the Tri-Rail. South Floridaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s answer to mass transit wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t win any efficiency awards. The trains run hourly south to Miami or north to West Palm. Airport shuttles to the remote stations also only run hourly.

After a death-defying $25 taxi ride to the station, I paid $6.25 for my eighty minute journey to West Palm.

(FYI: Irretrievably losing said train ticket while sitting on said train comes with a written warning, second offense is punishable by law. ) Allegiant Air offers the shortest and least expensive travel option to South Florida, but the possibilities are limited.

They only fly between the two destinations on Thursday and Sunday. Not all tickets are $13.99, and if you arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t careful, you may pay a lot more. But as long as Allegiant continues low fares, this gal will have a deep tan and a gut-full of international cuisine. cs To comment email us at letters@connectsavannah.com

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South Florida is a 100-mile, coastal sprawl of abundance and oddity: great shopping, bad driving, delicious food, beautiful beaches, postcard-perfect tropical foliage and weather, uninspired architecture and an amazing parade of bizarrely, or barelydressed, or both, humans.

And great beaches.

I love living in Savannah, but sometimes yearn for South Floridaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s color and chaos. The 800-mile trip isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t really that far away, but an 8-hour drag of a drive on I-95. Bus or train? Forget it.

Airline tickets start at $350 round trip on American direct to Miami, or you can fly all day via Atlanta or Charlotte.

Allegiant Air just began twice weekly flights between Savannah and Fort Lauderdale. The advertised price of $13.99 each way seemed too good to be true, but this penny-pinching gal was eager to see Handsome Husband, currently working in West Palm Beach, 50 miles north of Fort Lauderdale.

I purchased my tickets on AllegiantAir.com (donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t expect to see Allegiant on Kayak.com or similar). Their site is easy to navigate, but full of traps designed to separate me from my hardearned dollars.

Each flight I selected was $13.99, but I was automatically enrolled in premium options through the booking process. A seat assignment is an additional $13.99 per flight; add an extra $9.99 for â&#x20AC;&#x153;premiere boardingâ&#x20AC;? (you get to board first and check-in online).

Baggage check will set you back between $14.99 and 24.99 per flight, but your round-trip total is automatically selected. Mine came to $39.99.

Airport bag check is $35 per bag. Trip flex is also automatically â&#x20AC;&#x153;selected.â&#x20AC;? This $15.98 add-on allows you to change your flight without penalty. The $14.99 booking fee is unavoidable unless you book at the airport. Allegiant agents are at the counter just prior to the bi-weekly flights, making this difficult.

If I purchased the ticket with all of Allegiantâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s suggestions, my two $13.99 flights would have cost me $168. I opted out of everything for a fare of $64.95 round trip. And I got free cake.

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

Burning desire

A woman called police after her ex–boyfriend tried to set her apartment on fire.

It was shortly before 5:57 a.m. when the woman awoke to a loud crashing sound coming from her kitchen.

She checked on her two children and then proceeded to investigate the disturbance. When she walked downstairs, she recalled stepping in some liquid, but “paid it no mind” because she was concentrated on the kitchen area.

She then noticed an a man looking in at her through the side panel of window unit air conditioner. She identified the man as her ex–boyfriend who pleaded with her to “let me in so we can talk.”

The woman told him to go away and that she was going to call the police.

The man than lit a magazine on fire and threw it into the apartment toward the liquid she had been standing in earlier, igniting it. The man ran away, and she ran upstairs to gather her children.

The fire department, police and an arson investigator all were on the scene.

A family member came to pick up her and her kids.

• A young man stopped into Precinct 4 to report that he had been robbed at gunpoint two days earlier. He said that around 3 a.m. he was in his apartment when he heard the front door open.

He said he leaves the door unlocked because people are always coming and going. He entered the living room and encountered a man in a ski mask, dressed in all black, wielding a semi–automatic handgun. He tried to push past the man when he saw a second man dressed in identical garb who pushed him to the ground and told him to get on the floor.

While the first guy held him at gun point, the second “ransacked” his room.

Both suspects kept asking “where is the money?” The second subject took his debit card and left the premises to go find an ATM. When he returned, he was accompanied by a third man, unmasked, wearing a white shirt and a blue vest. That guy told the first guy to

beat him, which he proceeded to do, hitting him in the head with the gun and saying “this is for Ross.”

Several minutes later, the victim blacked out.

When he awoke, all three individuals were gone, as was his 42“ TV and a Playstation 3. The victim didn’t call EMS, but instead washed his wounds and then drove to Atlanta (where he is from). He returned to Savannah to make the police report. He told officers he is moving back to Atlanta now because according to some of his friends at the college he attends there is ”a bounty“ out for him because ”he makes movies that some people get angry about.”

• An officer on patrol found two individuals around back of a pharmacy on E. Montgomery Crossroad, standing by the back door in the dark. They seemed surprised to him, so he asked them whether they could provide some identification and a reason for being

there. The female gave her school ID, but the male said he had none. The officer asked him for his name, DOB and address, which he provided after a short pause. He also hesitated before spelling his first name. The officer suspected the man was lying about his identity. He asked them both if they were on probation or parole. Dispatch said that they could not find any info on the male. The officer on the scene asked him again for ID, to which he again responded that he did not have any. The officer asked if he would consent to be searched. He consented to a pat down. The officer discovered what appeared to be a wallet, which the young man said he could not look at. He then explained that he was not who he’d said he was, and was on felony probation. cs Give anonymous crime tips to Crimestoppers at 234-2020

In your 2002 column on the synchrony of female menstruation, the person asking the question mentioned having heard that sperm acts as an antidepressant.

What’s your take? —Izra, Florida Sperm makes a woman happier?

What male genius thought that one up?

I’ll provide names below. But we need to deal with some preliminary ignorance first.

The substance of interest here is semen, not sperm. Sperm are the minnows; semen is the pond. (Well, the pond plus the minnows.) Whatever miraculous effects may be attributed to a dose of male ejaculate, no one’s claiming they’re due specifically to sperm.

Now to your question. A cherished male belief since antiquity is that the best way to improve an unhappy woman’s attitude is getting her in the sack.

Writings attributed to the legendary medical pioneer Hippocrates circa 400 B.C. proposed that hysteria in women was caused by a lack of semen.

Credit for resurrecting this notion in modern times goes to Canadian psychiatrist Philip G. Ney. In a 1986 article Ney noted (1) hormonelike compounds known as prostaglandins have been shown to improve depressed mood; (2) evening primrose oil facilitates production of prostaglandins; (3) prostaglandins can also be found in semen; and (4) evening primrose oil seemingly caused one depressed, child-abusing woman to cheer up.

The scientific community didn’t break any speed records investigating Ney’s hypothesis. However, in 2002 Gordon Gallup published a study of 293 college women suggesting semen might indeed be a mood brightener. Heterosexually active women who never used condoms scored lower on depression than either (a) women who did use condoms or (b) women who didn’t have intercourse at all.

Your first reaction may be that unprotected nonmonogamous sex doesn’t

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seem like a promising road to happiness. Gallup conceded this.

Your second may be that there are alternative explanations why a woman using condoms might not be cheerful, the most obvious being that condom use suggests a prevalence of one-night stands, which is not everyone’s idea of a great sex life. Gallup’s team discounted this. According to their analysis, women in long-term relationships didn’t seem to be any more or less chipper than women who weren’t.

Some other possible factors: • The always-rubbered got it on only half as often as the never-rubbered. Less sex, more depression, right? Yet Gallup found no relation between mood and sex frequency among cases where condom use was the same.

• Maybe oral contraceptives (used by 70 percent of the no-condom group) somehow enhance mood. Gallup found no effect.

• Condom users may just tend to be nervous, or otherwise unhappy. A 1983 study (Leary and Dobbins) found socially anxious women were twice as likely to use condoms. That may predate AIDS-era attitudes about condoms, but a 2008 paper (Costa and Brody) saw a correlation between women’s condom use and worse mental health overall.

Other studies seem to contradict Gallup’s findings. A recent analysis of nearly 6,000 survey respondents (Mota et al., 2010) found poorer mental health among never-married people (female and male) who never or rarely used condoms. They were twice as likely to suffer from mood disorders and eight times likelier to have attempted suicide.

Even if we buy the idea that Gallup detected a real phenomenon, they concede the ostensible relationship between mood and semen exposure is modest.

My assistant Bibliophage calculates that antidepressant drugs (specifically Lexapro) have four times the effect.

We can’t rule out the possibility that semen affects a woman’s mood to an extent. The question is whether any mood change due to semen is enough to make a difference in humans, considering the wide range of things that contribute to happiness.

Let’s suppose you’re a straight woman. Which type of sex partner do you think is going to have a more positive impact on your state of mind: a guy who’s thoughtful, takes his time, and uses a condom, or one who climbs aboard bareback, drops his sperm packet, then goes to sleep? cs

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Librarian Graham Barker, 45, of Perth, Australia, casually revealed to a reporter in October that his hobby of 26 years -- harvesting his own navel lint daily, just before he showers -- has now won acclaim in the Guinness Book of World Records. His three-jar collection (a fourth is in progress) has been sold to a local museum. His pastime, he told London’s Daily Mail in October, “costs nothing and takes almost no time or effort so there is no compelling reason to stop.” Barker, who also collects McDonald’s tray liners, said he once did a “navel lint survey,” and “a handful of respondents” “confessed” to the hobby. “One guy might have persisted, but he got married, and his wife ordered him to stop.”

The Continuing Crisis

• Bolivia’s president Evo Morales, the former union leader and coca farmer known for hard-nosed political combat, is also a fanatical soccer player and drew worldwide video attention in October for an incident during a supposedly friendly match between his pals and a team headed by the mayor of La Paz. After absorbing a vicious foul five minutes into the contest (resulting in a leg gash), President Morales confronted the offender and kneed him in his (as local media described it) “testicular zone,” leaving the player curled on the ground. Afterward, Morales’ bodyguards briefly threatened the gasher with arrest.

• Fathers of the Year: (1) Real Father: In September, a judge in Kent County, Mich., finally ordered Howard Veal, 44, to prison to serve at least two years for failure to pay child support. He is more than $500,000 behind in payments to 14 mothers for the 23 children he has fathered. Authorities suspect there are even more. (2) Fake Father: French officials arrested a 54-year-old immigrant in September on suspicion of welfare fraud.

They had recently begun to notice the man applying for government benefits for 55 children by 55 different mothers. (He may have fathered none at all.)

• Swiss artist Gianni Motti has been displaying (through the end of November) a bar of soap at Zurich’s Migros Museum of Contemporary Art, claim-

ing it was made from fat that had been for alarm at this time.” liposuctioned from Italy’s Prime Minister • Smooth Reaction: In November, Silvio Berlusconi. Motti said a clinic after her fourth-grade son was allegemployee had surreptitiously given him edly slapped by his teacher at a Kansas the fat following Berlusconi’s treatment City, Mo., elementary school (son, black; in 2004, but the clinic has denied any teacher, white), Lisa Henry Bowen involvement. submitted a 40-page list of reparations • David Rees draws the political she expects from President Obama and cartoon “Get Your War On,” but in his two dozen other officials. Included in the new day job, he is an artisan -- of pencilmany demands: $1.25 million in cash, sharpening. “With an electric pencil $13,500 in Wal-Mart gift cards, free colsharpener, a pencil is meat,” he comlege education, Disney World vacations, private tennis lessons, an plained to the Los Angeles Times in African safari, her mortgage August. For $15 (postage paid), Rees Can We Get will lovingly, painstakingly sharpen paid off, home remodeling, An Extreme a customer’s favorite pencil or one of nine years of free medical and his own classic No. 2’s and ship it in Makeover of the dental coverage, and a nineSchool Board? a secure tube to protect its newly year “consulting contract” with the school district at super-sharp point. Rees also gives periodic exhibitions, wearing $15,000 a month. Anticipatsafety goggles and apron, to deming criticism that she had onstrate his guarantee of “respect” gone too far, she added that for the instruments -- “an authentic opponents can “kiss my entire black ass!!!!!! I haven’t begun to go interaction with your pencil.”

• The investigative journalism far enough!!!!!!!” website ProPublica.org, curious • Centuries ago, women who about the workers being hired in devoted themselves to the Hindu the mortgage industry’s massive, goddess Devadasi were priestesses from upper castes, but over time, the rushed re-examination of home loans previously foreclosed upon but which temples began to use “Devadasis” merely may have been processed illegally, began as prostitutes to raise money, according to scouring the classified ads in October a new British documentary by Sarah Harand November. Result: Though most ris, who was interviewed in September

by London’s The Independent. As before, employers “preferred” college graduates with credit-industry experience, girls are offered to the temples by their it was clear from the entry-level wages parents by age 3 and perform chores, but offered that many were accepted only nowadays, at puberty, the temple begins with high school educations, with at least to cash in on them. India made this practice illegal in 1988, but it endures, largely some barely familiar with the concept of mortgages. (One staffing agency, offering because the “Devadasis” (now, almost $10 to $12 an hour, sought a “Superviexclusively from lower castes) have, as sor of Foreclosure Department,” but that career alternatives, only farm labor and position, also, required only a high school latrine-cleaning.

• Incoming University of Tennessee diploma.) football coach Derek Dooley told reportYikes! ers in September of encountering one unexpected problem: staph infections • Life Imitates 100 Sci-Fi Movies: At caused by “the worst shower discipline of a conference in Vancouver in October, any team I’ve ever been around.” He said University of California, San Francisco he had recently run a clinic on “applicaresearcher Charles Chiu disclosed that a tion of soap to the rag” and “making sure never-before-detected virus that partially you hit all your body.” wiped out a monkey colony in a lab in Davis, Calif., recently appeared to have Latest Research “jumped” from its species onto a human • Formulas: (1) In July, researchers at scientist at the facility. However, Chiu and University of Manchester devised a mathhis research team said there is “no cause

ematical formula for the perfect handshake. Said psychology professor Geoffrey Beattie, “(U)ntil now there has not been a guide showing people how they should shake hands.” Professor Beattie’s work incorporates 12 key measures, including cool, dry palms; firm wrists; strong grips; eye contact; and using “three shakes.”

(2) Researchers from the Royal Tyrrell Museum in Canada and the University of Portsmouth in England “proved” by “flotation dynamics” and “rotation dynamics,” altered for “external surface area,” that giraffes can swim -- although they are probably terrible at it because of their odd shape.

Least Competent Criminals

• Judgment-Challenged: (1) Tommy Riser of Blaine, Wash., had a rough Sept.

13. After a bout of drinking, he crashed a truck into a utility pole, and a few minutes later, crashed his wife’s car into a guardrail trying to drive away. Later, he retrieved his personal tow truck and drove it back to the scene, intending to tow the two crashed vehicles home. However, a sheriff ’s deputy was on hand and, noting that Riser was still tipsy, charged him with three separate DUIs. (2) Theodore Davenport Jr., 53, who was wanted for robbing the same PNC Bank branch in Harrisburg, Pa., twice in the previous month, was arrested in November when he approached a teller at that bank to inquire about his own balance.

A News of the Weird Classic (February 1992)

• Bedford, Pa., district judge Charles O. Guyer was charged in August (1991) with improperly favoring a defendant in his courtroom. Police said Guyer privately offered a lenient sentence to a 21-year-old man on the condition that the man would allow Guyer to shampoo his hair. The defendant reported the offer to authorities, and two undercover police officers, claiming to be friends of the defendant, allowed Guyer to wash their hair to gather evidence. cs

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At 11 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 27. With Guzik The Jinx, 127 W. Congress St. $10 advance, $12 day of show However the music media try to cleverly spin it, it’s true that metal from the Southern states is its own force of nature – the explosive thunder takes on a grittier, somewhat swampier feel, the raw–nerve guitars wail in the dark territory between Metallica and Lynyrd Skynyrd.

Read all about Black Tusk elsewhere in this issue. This smokin’ Saturday night bill pairs the Savannah power trio with New Orleans’ Crowbar. Singer/guitarist Kirk Windstein has been the pointman since the band’s formation in 1989, and although he has several other metal units operating at the same time – he’s in both Down and Kingdom of Sorrow – Crowbar was (and is) his base of operations. The quartet’s hybrid of minor–key sludge metal, hardcore and slashing punk riffs has rendered it essential, and led to a recent signing with E1 Music (formerly Koch), one of the world’s largest independent labels. See blacktuskterror.com, crowbarmusic.com

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At 10 p.m. Friday, Nov. 26 Loco’s Grill & Pub, 301 W. Broughton St. $10 “I feel like I have to write songs,” Randall Bramblett said in these very pages a few months ago. “I can’t just rely on what I’ve done in the past. I’ve got to keep writing and pushing the envelope a little bit.” Spoken like a true artist. Bramblett is a Georgia–born singer/songwriter who plays piano, guitar and saxophone, and if anyone had a right to rest on his laurels, it’d be him: A charter member of the esteemed jazz/rock ensemble Sea Level, he was also a key part of Gregg Allman’s seminal ‘70s band and replaced the late Chris Wood in the reunited Traffic, with Steve Winwood and Jim Capaldi.

Yet the artist’s restlessness is in him; just this year, he released two new albums: The soulful The Meantime and the live set Jammin’ in the Attic, recorded at the legendary Eddie’s Attic nightclub in Decatur.

Bramblett’s a once–and–forever Georgia guy: “I just like it down here; it feels right to me,” he said. “It’s got a quirkiness, it’s got a music scene that is really different and comes up with all these great, cool groups. It’s pretty easy living down here.”

Bramblett also plays a free solo acoustic show at 8 p.m. See randallbramblett.com

Also at Loco’s, Savannah favorite Brock Butler takes another vacay from Perpetual Groove to do a solo show (with “friends”) Wednesday ... Reggae rocker Tubby Love (another hometown guy, and one of the coolest cats around) plays Live Wire Music Hall Wednesday; Live Wire’s got Turtlefolk (with the Suex Effect) Saturday ... Bluegrass twosome Eddie and Martha Adcock, and their band, play the Pickin’ Parlor at Randy Wood Guitars in Bloomingdale Saturday ...

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Swamp metal, with all the trimmings Savannah’s Black Tusk talks success, the road and ‘Loser’s Thanksgiving’

by Bill DeYoung | bill@connectsavannah.com

The three musicians who make up Black Tusk have a lot to be thankful for this year. Their first Relapse Records album, Taste the Sin, got great reviews (Spin called the band “Mastodon’s Backwater Brethren”) and the road has beckoned, opened wide and given them more work than they can handle.

More than any other Savannah band, Black Tusk epitomizes all that’s great about Southern metal – it’s hard, and it’s uncompromising, of course, but there’s a swampy grit to An-

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drew Fidlerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s guitar thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s more Duane Allman than Kirk Hammett; drummer James May blows hot and cold like a lateâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;summer thunderstorm over a strident sheet of sawgrass, and Jonathan Athon wields his bass like a cannon on a Fort Jackson rampart.

Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a lot of piledriver punk in the mix, too, and vocals like unhappy gods scrambling to hoist themselves out of hell. Black Tusk is dark and dirty and definitely Southern â&#x20AC;&#x201C; thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s why, when theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re asked, the guys tend to call what they do â&#x20AC;&#x153;swamp metal.â&#x20AC;?

Saturdayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s show at the Jinx is the opening salvo on a crossâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;country tour pairing Black Tusk with New Orleansâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Crowbar, one of the longestâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;lived and most admired â&#x20AC;&#x153;sludge metalâ&#x20AC;? bands in the country.

and now Crowbar, where we grew up listening to these guys. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s kind of cool to sit back and go â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;I get to play shows with these dudes, after them getting me into the kind of music that Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m into.â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Kirk (Windstein, singer and guitarist) is also in Down, and thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a whole â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;nother list of allâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;stars from heavy music.

First things first. What are you doing for Thanksgiving?

Do you enjoy the lifestyle?

Jonathan Athon: Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m driving to Atlanta.

I think everybody still goes and sees Mom on Thanksgiving, and then a lot of people get together at the Jinx for what we call â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Loserâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Thanksgiving.â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Where everybody ditches the family and goes and hangs out with all the buds. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a big olâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; potluck kind of deal â&#x20AC;&#x201D; watch a movie on the bigâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;screen TV, get full and drink some beers. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a lot of the bands and a lot of the service industry people â&#x20AC;&#x201D; the Jinx â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Friends and Family,â&#x20AC;&#x2122; I guess.

Yeah, but arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t you going to miss it?

Jonathan Athon: No, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m driving to Atlanta the day before to see my grandmother, and then driving back Thanksgiving afternoon, so I can make it for â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Loserâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Thanksgiving.â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Then do all my laundry, pack and get the van ready.

Saturdayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the show, and Sunday weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re out on the road.

Is this tour with Crowbar a big deal for you?

Jonathan Athon: Any tour is a big deal for us; we just like getting on the road.

But weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been touring with some bands recently like Pentagram, Fu Manchu

How often are you guys home now?

Jonathan Athon: I canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t actually have a real job now; I do freelance carpentry.

Where when Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m home I try to pick up jobs here and there, randomly. I think this is going to be our seventh or eighth tour this year. And the shortest tour was three weeks. Longest one was about six.

At the beginning of the year, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d be home for two to three weeks and then weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d leave for another month.

Jonathan Athon: Yeah! Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s always something that Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve wanted to do since I was a kid. It gets very, very tiresome here and there, but you canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t really complain. Every night you get to go hang out with different people and theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re coming to see you play music. When you sit back and think about it, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s like â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Wow, this is actually happening. This is so cool.â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Taste the Sin got some really great press.

Jonathan Athon: Yeah, that made us feel really excellent. And we have the reâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;issue of our fullâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;length Passage Through Purgatory, that was on Hyperrealist Records from here in Savannah.

It just got reâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;mixed and mastered by Relapse. We just got the master this week. Hopefully weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll have â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;em for our European tour in February. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s with another band on Relapse called Howl, from Rhode Island. cs Black Tusk With Crowbar and Guzik Where: The Jinx, 127 W. Congress St. When: At 11 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 27 Tickets: $10 advance, $12 day of show

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It’s been nearly 30 years since Ohio composer, arranger and musician Chip Davis made his first all–instrumental album under the pseudonym Mannheim Steamroller. That release, Fresh Aire, was Davis’ attempt at what he liked to call “18th Century Classical Rock,” using synthesizers alongside bass, drums, guitars and various keyboards to create a unique hybrid of old–slash–new sounds.

In those early years, Davis also worked as a junior high music teacher, and a composer–for–hire at an Omaha ad agency. In the latter role, he co–wrote “Convoy,” a No. 1 hit in 1976 — cashing in on the country’s C.B. radio craze, it was credited to C.W. McCall, a (fictional) trucker portrayed, tongue in cheek, by Davis’ lyric–writing partner Bill Fries.

With a couple of follow–up hits, and a Sam Peckinpah–directed movie starring Kris Kristofferson, C.W. paid the bills for a while. Although the Fresh Aire series sold well, as instrumental music (marketed as “New Age”) found an audience, it wasn’t until 1984’s A Mannheim Steamroller Christmas that Davis discovered his blueprint.

That one album sold 9 million copies, and to date, Mannheim’s extensive Christmas catalog has moved something like 40 million CDs, making Davis’ group the top–selling Christmas artist of all time.

The thing is, there is no group, like the Rolling Stones, Journey or even the Dave Matthews Band. Mannheim Steamroller has toured extensively in the 25 years since that holiday debut, usually with a core combo that included Davis on drums.

The Christmas Music of Mannheim Steamroller rolls into the Johnny Mercer Theatre Wednesday, Nov. 24.

Today, the 63–year–old Davis is at the center of a merchandising universe – Mannheim Steamroller is his brand, and he owns its record label, American Gramphone. The Mannheim lifestyle catalog also includes a complete line of bath and body products, coffees and teas, and everything from sweatshirts to keychains bearing the Mannheim logo.

Nearest and dearest to Davis’ heart these days is Ambience Medical, a system of soothing multi–channel music

and sounds he designed and has found homes for at the Mayo Clinic, UCLA Pediatrics and other hospitals.

He’s in talks with NASA to use his idea aboard manned spacecraft.

When I first heard the name, I thought it had a Teutonic sound – black forests, prowling wolves, menacing. So where did the name actually come from?

Chip Davis: I studied formal music at the University of Michigan. In Music History, I learned that there was a term called “Mannheim Steamroller” that meant “crescendo,” from the mid 1700s. And crescendo, of course, is to get louder. When the record company got my first Fresh Aire album, they said they needed a name for the group. So I had to come up with a name that didn’t exist – because I played pretty much everything myself – and I remembered the term “Mannheim Steamroller,” which came from Germany. I thought it sounded like a heavy metal band.

Did you ever hear from the public: “Who are the guys in Mannheim Steamroller”?

Chip Davis: I keep it pretty low–profile, and here’s a good reason: I have two companies of Mannheim out, and I have Grinchmas running full–time, seven days a week, at Universal Studios in Orlando. So by not knowing who “these guys” are, I can plug ‘n’ play. Because I use really high–end musicians, and a lot of them are college professors and they can only get out for a certain length of time. They have subs that come in and take over the tour, things like that. I have four or five violinists that come in and out. So by not being locked to that, it keeps it real flexible.

Do you yourself perform live any more?

Chip Davis: About three years ago I

Mannheim Steamroller is actually an interchangeable group of musicians

had neck surgery. And I lost the use of my right arm entirely. Now, I have gotten about 70 percent of it back, and I could kinda play some. I don’t think I could play a whole show. Last year, I couldn’t have played anything at all. But it forced me into this new role: “Well, what’s my job now?” My job now is to go out and promote the band, and in all these places, because now we’ve got three different units playing Mannheim stuff all over the place.

Did you ever have to remind yourself that the music was really what it was all about?

Chip Davis: Here’s the thing: Let’s take any album that I do. After the 1984 Christmas album, I didn’t do the second Christmas album for nine years. So what am I gonna do between them?

I did maybe one Fresh Aire album in those nine years.

These other things that I mess around with, like medical, the food products, these are hobby things to me that I really love. I love to cook. And I came up with this recipe for cinnamon hot chocolate – it’s like our largest non–music selling product. It’s got cinnamon from Madagascar. It’s drop–dead yum.

I’m a third–generation musician.

Both my parents and both my grandmothers were teachers and musicians.

So I didn’t have a whole lot of choice.

Is the live show all electronic?

Chip Davis: No, no. It never has been!

This one of the things that I always find amazing. I get this rap: “Chip does all this electronic music.” If you read my album covers it says Chicago Symphony, London Symphony, I work with the greatest symphonic musicians in the world. If it’s all electronic, why would I spend $70,000 to have the LSO on two cuts?

The live show has six musicians that represent the Mannheim part, and then

Chip Davis keeps it ‘flexible’

we have 20 orchestral musicians in each city. And the whole show is locked, by way of content, to pictures – music videos that I’ve created, or synchronized lighting. I like things to be in synchronicity. I think it has more impact.

Last question. You and I wouldn’t be talking if it wasn’t for C.W. McCall, would we?

Chip Davis: Breaker breaker, one–nine! (laughing) Here’s something to further tickle your imagination: Most of the original Mannheim band was the same band as the C.W. McCall Band.

One night, as the C.W. McCall Band, we were supposed to do the second half of a show, but the opening band didn’t show up. So we went out in our tuxedo jackets and played the opening set as Mannheim Steamroller, then at intermission we put on our blue jean jackets and came out and played the rest as C.W. McCall. And I don’t think anybody noticed! cs

The Christmas Music of Mannheim Steamroller Where: Johnny Mercer Theatre, Savannah Civic Center, 301 W. Oglethorpe Ave. When: At 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 24 Tickets: $29–$65 Online: etix.com

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In one of the most anticipated live shows of recent months, Atlantaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s The Black Lips rocked The Jinx this past Friday night. None other than Ty Pennington of Extreme Makeover fame was in attendance. But the real stars were the musicians, who delivered the sweaty, punkish goods to the sold-out crowd. Along with some old faves, the band debuted a few new tracks theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been recording in NYC for their new album.

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Mixed Nutcrackers Two interpretations of the holiday ballet — on the same day

by Bill DeYoung

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The big thing in Savannah theaters this Thanksgiving weekend is ... Christmas!

That’s right, we’ll barely have the leftover turkey tucked into Ziploc bags before The Nutcracker, that venerable dance of tinsel–time joy, is upon us.

There are two productions of The Nutcracker this year, each a mix of professional and non–professional ballet artists, each playing out to Tchaikovsky’s brilliant seasonal music, rich in jingle bells, ho–ho–ho and dreamy crystalline snowflakes a–falling.

They’re both onstage this Thanksgiving weekend.

In fact, they’re both on the same day — Saturday — at theaters separated by about a mile.

For the 10th straight year, the Savannah Danse Theatre — the performing arm of Islands Dance Academy — is doing The Nutcracker in Savannah.

Director Sue Braddy’s hometown adaptation sets the familiar story in 1945 Chatham County. It’s performed at the Lucas Theatre.

And William Starrett’s Columbia City Ballet brings its large–scale Nutcracker to the Johnny Mercer Theatre for its annual performance.

Each production has something to recommend. The Columbia dancers are professionals who’ve logged many hours, cross–country, performing The Nutcracker. The sets are the costumes are lush and large–scale.

Columbia’s version also includes numerous local, young dancers, auditioned specifically for the Savannah show.

“I really try to be ensconced in the community, and not just ride in and ride off into the sunset,” Starrett told us in 2009. “I’ve been committed to Savannah and the Savannah Nutcracker for more than a decade now.”

However, the elaborate Columbia City Ballet production uses recorded music. Sue Braddy’s The Nutcracker in Savannah — at its evening performance, anyway — will play out to the live accompaniment of the Savannah Philharmonic Orchestra.

Having said that, the majority of Braddy’s dancers are young girls, students at Islands Dance Academy — although several lead roles, Braddy says, will be played this year by visiting professionals.

A local company, Savannah Danse Theatre, performs the Nutcracker accompanied by the Savannah Philharmonic Saturday at 7:30 p.m. at the Lucas; Columbia City Ballet performs the Nutcracker at 5:30 p.m. Saturday in the Johnny Mercer Theatre

— neither the orchestra nor the Lucas Theatre come cheap.

“I never make any money,” Braddy laughs. “I pay all of my bills. I pay everything, and then in January we start thinking about it again, and seeing if it’s going to work.” cs Columbia City Ballet: ‘The Nutcracker’ Where: Johnny Mercer Theatre, Savannah Civic Center, 301 W. Ogelthorpe Ave. When: At 5:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 27 Tickets: $20–$42 Online: etix.com

like, how people acted ... some of the gifts the kids get are some of the toys that were out in 1945. It’s been a real nice learning experience.”

With her show officially a part of Holly Days, Braddy hopes it will be embraced as a community institution.

“I just feel like we’re giving a real gift to the city,” she explains, “and I don’t know how long it will happen. This has been a bit of a rough year. You can really tell, financially, that there’s a big difference in the economy.”

She knows she’s going out on a limb

Savannah Danse Theatre: ‘The Nutcracker in Savannah’ Where: Lucas Theatre, 32 Abercorn St. When: Saturday, Nov. 27 Family show at 2 p.m.; all tickets $10 Evening performance (with the Savannah Philharmonic Orchestra) at 7:30 p.m.; tickets are $27–$50 Online: savannahboxoffice.com

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“I don’t have a professional company, but I have a professional Nutcracker,” Braddy explains. “But I do own a company, and I’m very proud of what I do.”

The timing wasn’t accidental.

Braddy’s Nutcracker has been scheduled on the same day as Holly Days, the City of Savannah’s downtown getting–in–the–mood Yuletide celebration.

“Personally,” she says, “I always love doing it in December, because it’s a little bit colder, and a little bit later. But the City does this lovely function; I thought, why don’t I jump on that?”

The Nutcracker in Savannah uses well–known locales to re–tell the story of little Clara, the Sugar Plum Fairy and their Christmas dream interactions.

The “mice” in the story are called the Savannah River Rats.

“Many other companies now emphasize a Nutcracker in their own city,” says Braddy. “In other words, it’s not like a fairy tale that kids just know about. It’s still wonderful, but I think that it is even better when we’re trying to emphasize what Savannah looked

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Form follows function

What is it?

In a city not known for its ready adaptation to change, the business flying under the banner “Form” on Habersham Street is a new model that’s long overdue — but one that will take some open-mindedness.

It’s part package fine wine store, part gourmet cheese, meats and foods store, part cheesecake retailer/wholesaler and part restaurant.

The faces behind the counter will look familiar.

Brian Torres worked this location as manager of Eos. He launched Sugar Daddy’s Wine and Food Bar; then left, taking barman and wine aficionado Claude Auerbach and Chef Chris Russell with him to open Form. The trio fit together like well–greased cogs.

Count on an eclectic mix of old and new world wines – including lots of labels you may not be that familiar with – but know that Auerbach is prepared to hand sell each and every one.

Torres had earned kudos for his lighter than angel’s pillows cheesecakes at Eos, and now he’s experimenting with flavors like pumpkin cheesecake for Thanksgiving. I had a piece — it’s like chewing a mouthful of flavorful air. Torrres’ cheesecake isn’t medicinal, but I feel damned good while I eat it.

Chef Chris is Georgia cracker through and through, but along the way developed a masterful affinity for cooking, understanding flavor profiles and generally geeking out in the kitchen. He’s one of few chefs preparing sous–vide dishes on a regular basis. He’s also delves into the mystical world of food chemistry — creating flavored foams, faux caviar and painstakingly slow–cooked berry compotes.

The restaurant portion of the business is built around wine dinners that showcase Chef Chris and

the wines that, not coincidentally, you can buy and take with you.

At a recent dinner, I sampled a stunningly beautiful Saxon–Brown Semillon, paired with Chef ’s endive salad with vinaigrette, lemon foam and pomegranate seeds. The combination lit up my palate like all three rings of the circus.

“Wow.” That’s all I could say, “Wow.” Dinners are by reservation, based upon Form’s upcoming schedule of wine events. Call for details.

The cheese and meats case is extraordinary, and pricing seems to be very competitive compared to other area “gourmet” shops.

1801 Habersham St./236–7642

Bon voyage Kao Thai Cuisine owner Wasan Trimas told me last week that he’s closing his popular Thai restaurant on Victory Drive in Thunderbolt at the “end of the month.” The opening of Kao had been welcome by neighbors, who were wary of the former tenant, a tough dive bar frequently visited by police.

Trimas has another project on the drawing board that remains under wraps for the time being. But look for him to re–emerge downtown and in an entirely new setting.

Upside out The new upper deck seating at Local 11 Ten is open for business and provides a very cool nest among the oaks for cocktails and light bar food. I don’t know how the white seat cushions will weather spring pollen and the bird population – but the view is excellent and the design very inviting to sit, sip and talk. cs

I went trolling the busy aisles of World Market last week, scouring stacks for the annual Samuel Smith Selection gift box.

The youngest Rutherford is gonna find it under his holiday tree, part of an ongoing strategy to ruin his palate for cheap, fizzy, yellow beer. The oldest son? Mission accomplished.

The box contains three 18.7– ounce beers from the Brit brewer Samuel Smith, a branded pint glass and a pair of Samuel Smith coasters.

Compared to the per bottle cost of three beers, it’s a good deal.

Cut–outs let you see which three beers you’ll get. There are no dogs among this pack – I even groove on the organic strawberry beer, which delivers a scant essence of berry flavor without being cloying.

While at World Market, an operating company of retail giant Costco, I also noticed a nice Framboise Lambic gift box – two bottles and a pint glass – and was told more holiday gift packs are arriving daily.

The wine program here is pretty interesting as well. Sure, there are plenty of “grocery store” brands on the shelves, but also some very appealing second label projects.

As you might recall from a prior column, second labels are declassified juice that big wine makers could not use. They sell the juice, or repackage it themselves, under secondary labels that typically don’t carry any reference to the parent. The World Market clerk I met was pretty savvy at pointing out the deals – and identifying the source of the juice.

This is a great way to score an under $20 wine that, under its original label, might have cost you $50 or more.

But this isn’t just another cheapie wine outlet. I found a nice price tag on Silver Oak Napa Cabernet Sauvignon and an ample supply of Orin Swift’s The Prisoner – a cult red blend that flies off of shelves as quickly as it lands.

I also learned that the store hosts its own tasting nearly every Saturday from 1–3 p.m. It’s free, no reservations required.

Charity Beer While in the store, I also found 22–ounce bottles of Abita Brewing SOS, a Weizen Pilsner the brewery is using to raise money for Gulf Coast relief projects. It’s an unfiltered Pils – and really hit the spot along a spicy bowl of chili whipped up

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Comes a handful of specialty beers from Fort Collins Brewery — another World Market find. I particularly liked Kidd Black Lager, a Schwarzbier with bold smoked malts, chocolate malts and a decidedly bitter finish. Obviously, you’ll detect chocolate notes, but also strong black coffee — and less hoppiness than pale ales. cs

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Jazz’d about my birthday Guy Fawkes Day is my birthday. But this year, instead of burning effigies like I normally do, my friend Sarita took me to a tapas place called Jazz’d Tapas Bar at Barnard and Broughton.

So I know this article is normally about pretty cheap places, but it was my birthday, guys! I get to splurge sometimes!

First off, what are tapas? They are little tiny dishes that you share with your buddies. Here in the USA, we like to take entrees, make them itty–bitty and have you share.

Or not, depending on how much you like the people at your table.

Anyway, I know you’re absolutely burning to hear about what I got at Jazz’d. They have this set–up (Tapas for Two) where you can get a soup or a salad, four tapas and two deserts for $60. That’s a good deal.

For starters, I got the black bean soup and Sarita got the Five Onion soup. The Five Onion soup is like French onion soup, but with FIVE TIMES the oniony awesome. Covered in cheese and French bread then baked to melty, what little I could wrest from Sarita’s grip was fabulous.

On the other hand, the black bean soup I got was not the best set of black beans I’ve had. The soup was garnished with red wine vinegar, olive oil and chopped red onion. With the garnish,

the flavor of the soup is merely a harsh onion taste with the vinegar hitting you whilst you’re down. The olive oil played no real part in the flavour spectrum.

Jazz’d, you can feel free to call me for a really awesome recipe I got from my Colombian boyfriend’s mom. I’m serious — it’s a very legit recipe.

The two tapas that arrived after the

goat cheese topped with a grape half on the bread.

Man, I want that goat cheese. It’s omgsogood. That’s a real word, I just coined it. Don’t question my methods.

The next two tapas (after we straight demolished the first ones) were the Chorizo–stuffed mushrooms and the Southern crab cakes. Let me tell you

remoulade. The salsa was more akin to guacamole than salsa that I’m used to.

It was creamy and cool, but it had just a little bite to it because of the onion.

It was a great cool compliment to the robust crab flavour of the cakes.

The remoulade was slightly spicy and had a well–rounded flavour, I just didn’t like it as well as the avocado salsa, so I

So I know this article is normally about pretty cheap places, but it was my birthday, guys! I get to splurge sometimes! starter were the Baked Cheese Terra Cotta plate and the bruschetta. The bruschetta was traditional, very fresh and light: tomatoes tossed in balsamic vinegar, basil and mozzarella layered onto garlic bread.

It wasn’t only tasty as all get–out, guys, it was beautiful. Very beautiful.

The cheese plate had a lot of melty cheese on it. That’s about all I can tell you with certainty because the cheeses are up to the chef on that particular night.

There was an extraordinary mild goat cheese (I think) and either a brie or camembert, a cheese with cranberries in it (Wensleydale?) and some other gooey cheese, perhaps gruyere? I’m not totally sure what each one was, but they were all amazing.

The cheese plate came with grapes, apple slices, roasted garlic and rosemary butter bread. The best combo was the

a horrible secret: I HATE MUSHROOMS. I’m sorry! It’s a terrible waste of a food critic, but hey, what are you gonna do?

Let me tell you something else: I LOVED those chorizo–stuffed mushrooms. They had chorizo, spinach, goat cheese and leeks stuffed inside, with melted provolone on top. I didn’t taste much of the spinach or leeks, but the sausage, cheese and mushrooms blended into an interesting combo.

The mushrooms themselves tasted kind of... steaky? And then there was this juice from baking them at the bottom, which was just... amazing in its depth of flavor.

Salty, earthy, meaty... Oh yes. I like these mushrooms.

The crab cakes were some of the best I’ve ever had. They were served with an avocado salsa and a southern

forgot to eat the rest of it.

The desserts were so good, but by this time I was well beyond stuffed. I got the Grand Marnier crème brûlée and Sarita got a flourless chocolate torte.

The crème brûlée was better than the torte, as the torte’s chocolatey goodness was cut unflatteringly by a weird watery flavor. I can’t explain it either.

A word of caution: the chocolate martinis are amazingly chocolatey, delicious and cheap for a martini. And also a “rasca pendejos,” meaning they’ll get you drunk before you know what’s up.

My buddies the Venezuelans say that to mean a drink in which the high alcohol content is masked by the sweetness.

Clever people.

Don’t make a fool of yourself like I did, people: PACE YOURSELVES. Love, Caroline. cs

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An assortment of prize winning work featured in the exhibit, including Best in Show winner “Nose Hare” by Deborah Stewart (bottom right).

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While discussions over the City’s 2011 budget continued last week, a different side of municipal government was highlighted by an exhibit that opened at the S.P.A.C.E. gallery on Henry Street — its creative side.

Featuring more than 100 works, the 4th annual National Arts Program exhibit opened hallowed gallery walls to work created by folks whose artistic talents might not otherwise see the light of day: City staff and their families.

Broken up into categories that range

from Youth (under 12 years old) to Adult Amateur, Intermediate and Professional, ‘eclectic’ falls short as a descriptor for the work displayed in the exhibit, which runs until December 17.

From ceramic and found object sculptures to more traditional gallery fare like photos and paintings, one is hard pressed to find a medium that isn’t represented (performance art might be the only one absent).

While the quality of the work is as diverse as the age groups repre-

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sented amongst participants, scattered throughout the show’s large catalog are some truly impressive creations.

Heather Hildebrand’s photo “The Marina” is a perfect example. Hildebrand is a human resources professional, but her picture, which captures a timeless marina façade in a nostalgic light that imparts everything but the smell of salt water and the sound of seagulls. The piece won first place in the Adult Amateur category of the juried exhibition.

The honor of “Best in Show” was awarded to the tongue–in–cheek ceramic sculpture titled “Nose Hare,”

by Deborah Stewart, which features a rabbit holding a large container of nasal spray.

Wandering through the spacious gallery, what is most striking about the work is not that it is being displayed publicly, but that it was created by everyday folks who, by day, are far from the ranks of “artists.”

Empowering people to create and removing barriers to self–expression are the goals of the National Arts Program, a Pennsylvania–based foundation that has been organizing shows around the country for twenty five years.

Over the last two and a half decades, the program, which started with a show featuring employees of the City of Philadelphia, fosters annual exhibits in 41 states and helps generate more than 30,000 visual art pieces per year by participants from around the country, most of whom are employed by municipalities or are family members of those employees.

In S.P.A.C.E. (which truly earns its acronym of Savannah’s Place for Art, Culture & Education with this show) there are pieces indistinguishable from what can be found at most any downtown gallery, but they were created by police officers, maintenance crew and housing professionals, among others.

Whether the quality of the work knocks professional artists off their pedestal, or elevates appreciation for the creativity of non–artists, is a glass–half– full–or–half–empty matter of perspective. cs

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Savannah Mall, first floor, 14045 Abercorn St. , http:// www.armstrong.edu/ Art Basel Shuttle — Catch a ride down to Miami for Art Basel. Shuttle departs Savannah on Thurs., Dec. 2 at 9am and returns Mon., Dec. 6 at 4pm. See world class art without the hassle of driving. $100/roundtrip. For info: artbaselshuttle@gmail.com or call 912-596-2438.

Birds in Flight — An installation by Matt Hebermehl of his signature, patterned bird forms hanging in the Jepson’s atrium. Jepson Center, 207 W. York St. , http://www. hebermehl.com/ Christmas Artist Market — Features a variety of gift-sized art perfect for the holidays. Louise Shipps Gallery at St. Paul’s, 34th St and Abercorn St Fragmented Desires — A collection of new work by local artist Laurie Darby based off European damask patterns found on wallpaper, upholstery and other items. Runs through Jan. 23, 2011. Beach Institute, 502 E. Harris St. , http://www. kingtisdell.org/ Gestures of Breakfast — A collection of new paintings

by Erin De Rosa. Runs through Jan. 2. Seed Eco Lounge, 39 Montgomery St. JEA Show — The Art Show at the JEA Gallery, 5111 Abercorn, through November features the works of Rochelle Frank & Carl Kotheimer Le Mistral — A collection of works created by Jerome Meadows during a residency at the Dora Maar house in southern France. Indigo Sky Community Gallery, 915 Waters Ave. Mapping the Past — Collection of historical maps dating back as far as the late 16th century depicting North America, Great Britain and the world. SCAD Museum, 227 MLK Jr. Blvd, http:// www.scad.edu/scadmuseum Modern Masters from the Smithsonian — Paintings and sculptures from mid-20th century artists taken from the Smithsonian collection. Runs through Feb. 6, 2011. Jepson Center, 207 W. York St. , http://www. telfair.org/

Work by Rochelle Frank & Carl Kotheimer is at the JEA Art Gallery, 5111 Abercorn St.; this is ‘The Rabbi’ by Rochelle Frank National Arts Program — Annual art exhibition program for City employees and families, with close to 100 works of art on display. Runs through Dec. 17. S.P.A.C.E. Gallery , 9 W. Henry St. , http://www.savannahga. gov/arts New Work 2010 — Featured artist is Peter Polites, who paints detailed landscapes inspired by the coastal marshes. Show also includes work by Meryl Truett, Tiffani Taylor, Maureen Kerstein and others. Runs through Jan. 1. Off the Wall Gallery (45 Bistro), 123 E. Broughton St. No Ordinary Folk — An exhibition of sculpture, drawings and paintings from self-taught folk artists from around the Southeast, including Ulysses Davis, William Golding, Bessie Harvey and more. Runs through January 3, 2011. Jepson Center, 207 W. York St. , http://www.telfair.org/ Open Windows and Doors — A collection of minimal, composition-focused paintings by Amanda Hanlon as well as ceramics by Neil Austing. Runs through Jan. 2, 2011. Hospice Savannah Gallery , 1352 Eisenhower Dr. , http://www.hospicesavannahhelps.org/

Planned Chaos — Multimedia paintings by Morgan Milligan and Juliette van Gils.

Runs through Dec. 1. Gallery Espresso, 234 Bull St. , http://www.galleryespresso. com/ Stracts on tour — A collection of mixed media work by RAABstract. Runs through Nov. 30. Hangfire, 37 Whitaker St. , http://www. raabstract.com/ The Art of Kahlil Gibran — Pieces from the Telfair’s collection of Gibran’s work, a visionary artist best known for writing “The Prophet,” one of the best selling works of the 20th century. Jepson Center, 207 W. York St. , http://www.telfair.org/ Tibby Llewellyn — A mix of framed and wearable batik works from Llewellyn, a self-taught artist. Gallery 209, 209 E. River St. When the world goes sour and the milk blows up — A colorful meditation on existential crises by Joel Cothran. Mr. Beast, 1522 Bull St. , http://mr-beast. com/ cs

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Haviland Stillwell Here’s a way to support the ongoing Tybee Post Theatre restoration project, and to do it in tony style, if that’s your thing.

On Dec. 23, Mr. and Mrs. Howard Spiva of Tybee Island are throwing a benefit house party. Your $75 will get you cocktails and hors d’oeuvres.

The draw is a private concert from singer and actress Haviland Stillwell, a native of Savannah who’s gone on to bigger and brighter showbiz things: She’s had roles in the Broadway revivals of Les Miserables and Fiddler on the Roof, has appeared in several TV movies and series episodes, and recently released a pop CD, How I Role.

Stillwell is also the host of the streaming chart show Flirt! on broadwayworld. com. She did, among other things, a fantastic interview with David Hyde Pierce (you can catch it on the site).

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She’s doing the diva thing for the Tybee Post benefit in a show called, you guessed it, I’ll Be Home For Christmas. Tax deductible tickets are $75, at the Crab Shack, online at eventbrite.com, or by calling (912) 786–7009.

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• On Dec. 5, the Savannah Gay and Lesbian Film Society will screen the German film Sasha, directed by Dennis Todorovic, at the Jepson Center. It’ll be accompanied by the Canadian short film Peking Turkey. Here’s how it works: At 5 p.m., there’ll be a 60–minute collection of shorts, followed by the two features at 7.

Tickets are $8 for either screening, or $15 for everything, at sglfs.com.

• The Savannah Philharmonic Orchestra – occupied this Saturday with the evening performance of The Nutcracker in Savannah at the Lucas Theatre – returns with its annual holiday music concert Dec. 17 and 18. Christmas With the Philharmonic, at the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist, will include the chorus on a program of carols and classics. Last year’s show, be reminded, sold out. Tickets are savannahphilharmonic.org.

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Harry Potter And The Deathly Hallows: Part 1 We won’t know until July 15, 2011, whether or not the final book in J.K. Rowling’s franchise really needed to be divided into two motion pictures. But until the release of Part 2 on that forthcoming summer day, the evidence based on Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1 leads to an inconclusive verdict.

Like the previous six installments, this one clocks in around the 2–1/2–hour mark. But this is the first picture in the series that actually drags. It’s not a disastrous debit since the majority of the film is so strong, but it does suggest that some judicious trimming might have given us the final chapter in one fell swoop. The coasting comes in the middle of the movie, which is fortunate since it leaves the production with a vibrant opening act and a powerhouse final hour.

Newbies to this world of wizardry need not apply, but fans of the previous films will imme-

diately be swept up in this latest chapter, which begins by killing off one of the good guys and sending Harry Potter (Daniel Radcliffe), Ron Weasley (Rupert Grint) and Hermione Granger (Emma Watson) on a crusade to locate specific items that might help them vanquish the evil Lord Voldemort (Ralph Fiennes).

The movie spends an awful lot of time on the three teens as they set up camp in an isolated area, and the romantic yearning between them, usually a highlight of the series, here settles into soap opera mundaneness. Yet once the story leaps past this narrative hurdle, it again gets

UNSTOPPABLE The inspired–by–true–events Unstoppable isn’t unwatchable like far too many movies helmed by Tony Scott, but viewers hoping that their hearts will be racing as fast as the film’s runaway train may find themselves disappointed by how frequently the picture brakes for tedium. Denzel Washington, who should have steered clear of trains after the ill–advised remake of The Taking of Pelham One Two Three, plays the saintly, sage engineer at the end of his career; Chris Pine, Star Trek’s new James T. Kirk, plays the brash, brawny conductor on his first assignment. Ultimately, it’s up to these two to somehow stop an unmanned train that’s barreling along while carrying tons of explosives. It’s as straightforward as an action flick gets, but even at a trim 98 minutes, its lack of substance and variety limits its appeal, with lame backstories for both lead characters only slowing it down even more. Because this is a 20th Century Fox production, Fox News actually plays a starring role, with huge chunks of the action being shown via the network’s live news coverage. But because the studio wants the film to score with all demographics, it pulls its political punches –– after all, in the real world, Glenn Beck and Sean Hannity would be frequently interrupting the live feed to squarely place the blame for the runaway train on Obama.

Morning Glory Morning Glory is basically Working Girl for dummies. (Or Broadcast News for dummies; take your pick.) But even dummies need movies – and better ones than genuine rotgut like Due Date or The Bounty Hunter – and this comedy has enough charm, poise and class to satisfy most viewers looking for something lighthearted as we head into the festive holiday season. The movie’s success begins and ends with Rachel McAdams, an underrated (and underused) actress who’s perpetually poised for greater things. Here, she plays Becky, a TV news producer who’s just been tasked with saving a cellar–dweller

morning show called Daybreak. In an effort to goose the ratings, she decides that the perfect on–air companion for Daybreak mainstay Colleen Peck (Diane Keaton) would be former news giant (and Pulitzer Prize winner) Mike Pomeroy (Harrison Ford). Mike’s contract with the network forces him to accept the assignment, but he’s hardly pleased, as a man who once wiped the sweat off the brow of an ailing Mother Teresa (among many other anecdotal achievements) finds it beneath him to appear on a show revolving around mind–numbing nuggets of infotainment. Aside from one belated Indiana Jones adventure, Ford’s been squandering his talents in dismal efforts for well over a decade now, so it’s a treat to watch him deliver an amusing and robust performance as an insufferable curmudgeon in a film that’s actually entertaining. He’s well–matched by Keaton, even if the movie fails to fully capitalize on the antagonism between their characters. In fact, after a first half packed with sharp dialogue, nicely developing characters and even a sweet burgeoning romance (between Becky and a fellow producer played by Patrick Wilson), the picture largely coasts through its second half, as the increasingly busy plot mechanics drain away some of the fun. But Rachel McAdams remains engaging, a young actress showcased in all her comedic glory.

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CONVICTION The title of the new movie Conviction surely refers more to the actors than to those who toiled on the other side of the camera. Whereas the performers like Hilary Swank and Sam Rockwell inhabit their roles with impressive dedication, folks like director Tony Goldwyn and screenwriter Pamela Gray merely seem to be going through the motions, expecting Academy Award nominations to come tumbling down simply because their film tackles Oscar–bait material.

But this is one fishing expedition that will likely come up empty–handed.

The sort of homogenized, faintly uplifting film that’s plugged in the ads with a “Heartland Truly Moving Picture Award” logo (a scarlet letter to seasoned moviegoers), Conviction relates the true–life tale of Betty Anne Waters (Swank), a lower–class Massachusetts wife and mother who spends close to two decades of her life trying to prove the innocence of her brother Kenny (Rockwell). Charged with murder, continues on p. 40

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Kenny’s serving a life sentence thanks in no small part to the efforts of a humorless police officer (Melissa Leo) and the testimonies of his wife (Clea DuVall) and girlfriend (Juliette Lewis).

But Betty Anne is convinced that he’s not guilty, so this woman of limited education concentrates on the single goal of becoming a lawyer so she can work to free her sibling.

The cast members, especially the two leads, do their best to sell what on paper is a worthy story, but their game efforts come up short against the thudding treatment by Goldwyn and Gray. The two filmmakers are so myopic in their focus on their heroine’s pitbull approach to judiciary matters that they fail to provide much in the way of context, with important background details either painted in broad strokes or ignored altogether.

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MEGAMIND We’ve seen this duality at the multiplexes before, of course. Battling Christopher Columbus dramas in 1992; competing toon flicks about ants in 1998; dueling Truman Capote biopics in 2005–2006; and so on. Now, 2010 brings us a pair of animated features centering on a super–villain who eventually discovers his long–buried humanity and must face off against a baddie who’s truly evil. Yet viewers who check out Megamind needn’t have seen this past summer’s Despicable Me to feel slightly let down by this similar outing.

Will Ferrell handles vocal duties as the title villain, whose joy at finally destroying his arch–nemesis, the preening Metro Man (Brad Pitt), soon turns to depression once he realizes there’s no one around to challenge him. He ends up creating his own superhero (Jonah Hill), but it isn’t long before the supposed do–gooder realizes it’s more fun to be bad and sets about destroying the city and kidnapping TV reporter Roxanne Ritchi (Tina Fey). Megamind, who’s grown sweet on Roxanne, now finds himself in the unlikely position of having to save rather than terrorize the civilians who have long feared and despised him.

Megamind is perfectly fine for the kids, but adults might find their own megaminds wandering at various points throughout a film that doesn’t compare to The Incredibles when it comes to affectionately tweaking the superhero genre.

Due Date Those who found it hilarious when Zach Galifianakis mock–masturbated a baby in The Hangover will find themselves in comedy heaven watching Due Date. Here, audiences not only get to see Galifianakis beat himself off but also get to witness his butt–ugly dog using its paw to bop its own little red pecker in unison with its master’s strokes. Not since Diane Keaton’s mutt in 2007’s Because I Said So humped the furniture and licked a computer screen showing porn has a motion picture humiliated our furry friends so thoroughly – when monitoring on–set animal action, shouldn’t the ASPCA take simulated sadism into account as well? Perhaps not, but Due Date is certainly the type of film that makes me long for an ASPCC (American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Critics). A painful comedy in the lowest–common–denominator

mold, this finds Robert Downey Jr. cast as Peter Highman, an architect trying to get from Atlanta to Los Angeles in time to watch his pregnant wife (a woefully wasted Michelle Monaghan) give birth.

But once he bumps into aspiring actor Ethan Tremblay (Galifianakis), that’s not going to be easy. After Ethan’s bumbling lands both of them on the “no–fly” list, Peter is forced to drive cross–country with this eccentric imbecile, an odyssey that finds them having to contend with an unruly kid (an unexpected sucker–punch provides the film with one of its very few laughs), a paraplegic redneck (who else but Danny McBride) and Mexican border officials.

Hereafter

From his spaghetti Westerns through the surprise box office smash Gran Torino, Clint Eastwood has offered increasingly mature treatises on the subject of death, specifically how it relates to the act of one person taking another’s life. Hereafter, Eastwood’s newest and (arguably) most misunderstood movie, finds the filmmaker coming at us from a quieter place, examining the notion of death away from the sudden impact of a 357 Magnum or other forms of violent, purposeful retribution. The result is a haunting experience certain to resonate with more discerning filmgoers, as well as a return to form for Eastwood after the Rocky–like theatrics of Invictus.

The script by Peter Morgan (The Queen) follows three separate stories that eventually dovetail in one satisfying finale. The first focuses on George Lonegan (Matt Damon in a beautifully modulated performance), a bona fide psychic whose ability to glimpse into the afterworld has left him alone in this world. The second tale follows French journalist Marie Lelay (Cecile de France), whose near–death experience during the devastating 2004 tsunami has understandably affected everything from her career to her relationships.

Finally, there are Marcus and Jason (Frankie McLaren and George McLaren), twin lads from London who find their brotherly bond seemingly severed on the heels of a tragic incident.

Hereafter unfolds with the patience of a good book, a factor likely to turn off more antsy audience members. Yet those who don’t flinch at its meditative rhythms will find much to appreciate, starting with the understated manner in which Eastwood and Morgan present their material.

The action extravaganza Red is fun for a multitude of reasons, covering its bases quite nicely. Fans of movie stars doing the unexpected can revel in the sight of Dame Helen Mirren handling a machine gun the size of a Buckingham Palace guard house. Devotees of visual gags can delight in the sequence in which John Malkovich uses his weapon to bat away a hand grenade. And aficionados of scripting can enjoy the moment when Bruce Willis describes Karl Urban by noting he has “pretty hair.” Based on the DC comic book, Red actually plays like a wink to Danny Glover’s classic line from the Lethal Weapon series: “I’m too old for this shit.” In Red, these aging ex–agents are definitely not too old for the challenges placed in front of them, all of which stem from the fact that they’re marked for termination as a result of their participation in a 1981 covert operation. Frank Moses (Willis) is one of these former CIA hotshots trying to save his own skin, a task made more difficult by the fact that (shades of Knight and Day) he also has to protect the innocent woman (a win-

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some Mary–Louise Parker) mixed up in these dealings. Frank is able to reunite several of his old–school allies – collected Joe (Morgan Freeman), unhinged Marvin (Malkovich, whose off–kilter acting makes more sense here than in Secretariat) and steely Victoria (Mirren) – and even secure some much–needed assistance from an old nemesis (Brian Cox). Opposing them are two determined CIA suits (Urban and Rebecca Pidgeon), a sleazy businessman (Richard Dreyfuss) and the vice president (Julian McMahon).

Secretariat Until the Sports Illustrated subscription runs out at the Walt Disney Studios offices, I expect audiences will continue to be privy to cookie–cutter yarns centered around notable achievements in the sports world. Secretariat is the latest from the studio stable, and it relates the truly remarkable story of the magnificent racehorse that set records while winning the Triple Crown in 1973. The races are exciting, but to get

Naomi Watts stars as Valerie Plame, CIA operative whose undercover status was blown in retaliation for husband Joe Wilson (Sean Penn) writing a New York Times op–ed in which he revealed that the justification for war with Iraq was a complete fabrication. Fair Game tracks the lives of the Wilsons both professionally and personally, showing how the political fallout was placing a strain on their marriage. The most fascinating element is the philosophical difference that exists between the central characters. Joe is an idealist, believing that he can take on the neocon thugs. Valerie, meanwhile, is a realist, realizing the futility of such efforts and initially preferring to keep her head down. While our hearts side with Joe, our minds know –– and, more regrettably, current history proves –– that Valerie was right. CS

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Activism & Politics Chatham County Democratic Party

For info, contact Tony Center at 912-233-9696 or TonyCenter@comcast.net Chatham County Democratic Headquarters, 313 W. York St. , Savannah http://www.chathamdems.net/

Purrs 4 Peace

Three minutes of simultaneous purring by cats (and honorary cats) around the world, conducted online (Facebook & Twitter) each Sunday at 3 p.m. by Savannah residents Confucius Cat and his human Staff. Details at www.ConfuciusCat.blogspot.com. Contact @ ConfuciusCat (Twitter) or Acolytes of Confucius Cat (Facebook).

Savannah Area Young Republicans

For information, visit www.savannahyoungrepublican.com or call Allison Quinn at 308-3020.

Savannah Tea Party

meets the first Monday (excluding Holidays) of each month from 4:30 to 6:00 PM at the SRP offices located at 11 East 73rd Street. All persons interested in America’s Future are invited.

Contact Marolyn Overton at 912-598-7358 for additional info.

Benefits Hope House of Savannah

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

Jingle Bell Run Benefit

1st Annual Jingle Bell Run/Walk 8K, Dec. 18 at 4pm on Hutchison Island. Followed by a Chili Cook Off with celebrity judges! Holiday-themed costume contest. Proceeds benefit the Rape Crisis Center. Register at active.com or at Fleet Feet (3405 Waters Ave.). For more info: 912-233-3000.

Rape Crisis Center Incest Survivor’s Group

As part of its ongoing work with incest survivors, the Rape Crisis Center has built a cinderblock wall where incest survivors can throw plates as an anger management technique.

In order to continue, donations of china are needed. Call 233-3000 to make a donation.

Renaissance Holiday Party

A fundraiser event featuring dinner and live music benefiting the local Music Medicine Institute, which provides music therapy programs for children of deployed armed service members. December 12, 6pm at the Plantation Clubhouse in the Landings. $75/person. Call 912-598-2118 for tix or info.

St. Thomas Thrift Store Holiday Sale

A special holiday sale featuring clothes, decorations, toys and more. All proceeds support coastal Georgia charities. Dec. 3, 10am-3pm.

St. Thomas Thrift Store, 5500 White Bluff Rd.

Toiletry drive

Spine & Sport is gearing up for its annual toiletry drive to benefit Union Mission. Please bring in any unused toiletry items. The list of items needed includes soap, shampoo, wash cloths, deodorant, tooth paste, tooth brushes,

razors and shaving cream. linics will be receiving donations now through December 21st. For maps and directions: www.spinesport.org

United Way Turkey Trot

Thursday, November 25. Daffin Park, Savannah. 8:00am Kids K; 8:15am Diaper Dash; 8:30am 5K Run & Walk. $25 (thru Nov. 18); $30 (thru Nov. 24); $35 (on Nov. 25). Register online at www.active.com or www.uwce.org

Call for Entries Artists: The Meticulous

Desotorow Gallery announces a call to artists for a Jan. 2011 show. The Meticulous celebrates artists whose work is defined by laborious process; art where the working procedure is meticulous. Deadline for submissions is 5pm, Dec. 17. For more info: 912.355.8204 or info@desotorow.org. Desotorow Gallery , 2427 Desoto Ave. , http://www.desotorow.org/

Junior League Community Applications

The Junior League is accepting applications for its “Done in a Day” community assistance projects and funds. JL volunteers assist local organizations or social service agencies through hands-on volunteer work and funding of up to $1500.00 per project. Open to 501c3s with focus on those advocating for women and children. Application deadline: Dec. 15. www. jrleaguesav.org or call 912-790-1002.

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Hope House and Savannah State University are providing an after-school program for youth and young adults ages 12 to 29. Program activities last for about 2 hours every Wednesday at SSU. Transportation is provided. Snacks, field trips and supportive services are provided at no charge. 236-5310. Savannah http://www. savstate.edu/

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

Beading Classes

Learn jewelry-making techniques from beginner to advanced at Bead Dreamer Studio, 407A E. Montgomery Cross Rd. Call 920-6659. Bead Dreamer Studio, Savannah http://www.beaddreamer.com/

Children’s Art Classes

Small groups or private lessons. Daffin Park area. Instructor Torrey Kist holds MFA in Painting and worked with Telfair education dept. Call 912.354.5988 or email tskart@yahoo.com for more info.

Conversational Spanish

Do you want to practice your Spanish? Come to the mesa de espanol the second Thursday and last Friday of the month at 4:30 p.m. For information, e-mail cafecontigo@gmail.com. The Sentient Bean, 13 East Park Ave. , Savannah

Conversational Spanish Group

Want to improve your Spanish skills? Meet at the Sentient Bean every Monday, 5:00pm.

Group focuses on increasing vocabulary, grammar, and conversational confidence! Free and open to all levels of experience. Call Ronnie at 912-257-0333, or email dvorakquartet12@ yahoo.com for more info.

Dating With Success

Discuss strategies to feel great dating and enjoy dating. Improve your dating skills. This is for people of all cultures, colors races and ages. For more info, call: 912-604 3281

Developing a fundraising plan

A workshop on how to create an effective annual fundraising plan for non-profits. Dec. 7, 14:00pm at the United Way Building, 428 Bull St. Adv registration is req’d; no walks-ins. Bring your board chair or fundraising chair free. $90 for GCN members; $130 for non-members.

Call Georgia Center for Nonprofits 912-2349688 for more info

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 for the first time or teenage drivers who already received a license. The group meets once a month and the cost is $30.00. For more info: 912-443-0410.

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. Savannah

Housing Authority Neighborhood Resource Center

Savannah Entrepreneurial Center

Offering a variety of business classes. Call 652-3582. Savannah Entrepreneurial Center, 801 E. Gwinnett Street , Savannah

Savannah Learning Center Spanish Classes

Be bilingual. Call 272-4579. e-mail savannahlatina@yahoo.com or visit www.savannahlatina. com. Free folklore classes also are offered on Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Savannah Learning Center, 7160 Hodgson Memorial Dr. , Savannah

Starfish Cafe Culinary Arts Training Program

This 14-week full-time program is designed to provide work training and employment opportunities in the food service industry, including food preparation, food safety and sanitation training, customer service training and job search and placement assistance. Call Ms. Musheerah Owens 912-234-0525 ext.1506 The Starfish Cafe, 711 East Broad Street , Savannah http://www.thestarfishcafe.org/

Volunteer 101

A 30-minute course that covers issues to help volunteers get started is held the first and third Thursday of the month at 6 p.m. The first Thursday, the class is at Savannah State University, and the third Thursday, at United Way, 428 Bull St. Register by calling Summer at 651-7725 or visit www.HandsOnSavannah. org. United Way of Coastal Empire, 428 Bull St , Savannah http://www.uwce.org/

Clubs & Organizations Buccaneer Region SCCA

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

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

Coastal Bicycling Tour Club

Instruction in mindfulness stress reduction meditation. Group practice with time for questions and comments. Wednesdays, 7:158:15pm. Yoga Co-op Savannah. 2424 Drayton St. $13/class (less with membership). www. yogacoopsavannah.com or 912-429-7264.

Coastal MINIs

New “mommy and me” music classes starting in Nov. Certified teacher with BA in Music Education. New classes offered for students ages 6 months-5 years. Private lessons also available for piano, woodwinds, brass, beginner guitar, and more! Contact Ms. Amy at msamyschoolofmusic@gmail.com or at 912-659-0993.

A Creative Writing and Reading discussion group that meets the 3rd Sunday of every month, 3:30-5pm at the new Savannah Mall Branch Library.

Bring: Passages from any of your writing that you would like to read and passages from a book, publication, or production that you would like to share with the group. www.TellingOurStoriesPress.com for more information

Mindfulness Meditation Class

Music Lessons

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.

Hosts rides on Saturdays. 10/23: Southbridge, 33-43 miles, meet at Kroger on Rt. 17, 9am.

Call Bill, 315-825-5217. 10/30: Costume ride, 25 miles, meet at Bull and Gaston, 10am.

Call Dick for info: 598-7476. 11/13: Gullah Gallop, 21-41 miles, meet on St. Helena, 9am.

Call Darrell for info: 912-598-2181. 11/27: Ridgeland, 28-32 miles. Call Darrell for info: 598-2181. www.cbtc.org Local MINI Cooper owners and enthusiasts who gather on the first Sunday of the month at 10 a.m. to go on motoring adventures together.

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

Coastal Readers & Writers Circle

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/

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Exploring The American Revolution in Savannah

Interested in exploring the role Savannah played in the American Revolution? It is the goal of this organization to attract a wide range of interested persons including, artists, writers, teachers and historians for discussion, site exploration and creative collaboration. Meets the 1st & 3rd Thursdays at the Sentient Bean, 6:30pm. Email, Kathleen Thomas: exploretherevolution@gmail.com

Habitat For Humanity

Construction Volunteers Needed every Tuesdays and Thursdays 8:30-2:30p. Training and tools will be provided. Volunteers must be over the age of 18 to assist at the construction site. Please call 353-8122 or email admin@ habitatsavannah.org for more information and to sign up.

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

Knitters, Needlepoint and Crochet

Every Wed. 5:00PM at My House Consignments & More, 206 W. Broughton St. No fees.

Wanna learn? We love to show what we know.

Many different levels get together in the store.

Talk, knit, share have fun!

Call 912-236-4111

Low Country Turners

This is a club for wood-turning enthusiasts.

Call Hank Weisman at 786-6953.

Make Friends in Savannah

For anybody, every age, every race and nation.

We chat, hang out, go to movies and more.

Meet in a coffee shop downtown Savannah. A small fee covers the efforts of the organizer, a well educated, “out of the box” woman, who lived in New York and Europe. Call 912-6043281.

Military Order of the Purple Heart Ladies Auxiliary

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

Moon River Chorus

Ladies’ barbershop chorus. Rehearsals are Thursdays from 7-9 p.m. Visitors are welcome. Call Sylvia at 927-2651 or sylviapf@ aol.com. Whitefield United Methodist Church, 728 E. 55th Street , Savannah http://www.

whitefieldumc.com/

Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS)

Join other moms for fun, inspiration, guest speakers, food and creative activities while children ages birth to 5 are cared for in a preschool-like setting. Meets the second and fourth Wednesday of the month from 9:1511:30 am Call 898-0869 and 897-6167 or visit www.mops.org. First Baptist Church of the Islands, 6613 Johnny Mercer Blvd , Savannah http://www.fbcislands.com/

Ogeechee Audobon 40th Anniversary Potluck

Celebrate the 40th anniversary of the founding of the Ogeechee Audubon Society and the 50th birthday of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. Dec. 14, 6pm: Annual meeting and potluck dinner at the First Presbyterian Church, 520 E. Washington Ave. Free and open to everyone – just bring a dish to share with 8-10 others. For info: Beth Roth, 598-1980.

Old Time Radio Researcher’s Group

International fan and research group devoted to preserving and distributing old-time radio broadcasts from 1926 to 1962. Send e-mail to Jim Beshires at beshiresjim@yahoo.com or visit www.otrr.org.

Richmond Hill Roadies Running Club

A chartered running club of the Road Runners Association of America. For a nominal annual fee, members will receive monthly training sessions and seminars and have weekly runs of various distances. Kathy Ackerman,756-5865 or Billy Tomlinson 596-5965.

Rogue Phoenix Sci-Fi Fantasy Club

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

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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 912-353-3148 for more info

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Savannah Area Sacred Harp Singers

The public is invited to come and sing early American music and folk hymns from the shape note tradition. This non-denominational community musical activity emphasizes participation, not performance. Songs are from The Sacred Harp, an oblong songbook first published in 1844. Call 655-0994.

Savannah Art Association

The non-for profit art association, the Southeast’s oldest, is currently taking applications for membership. The SAA offers workshops, community programs, exhibition opportunities, and an artistic community full of diverse and creative people from all ages, mediums, and skill levels.

Please call 912-232-7731 for more info.

Savannah Brewers’ League

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

Savannah Browns Backers

This is an official fan club recognized by the Cleveland Browns NFL football team. Meet with Browns fans to watch the football games and support your favorite team Sundays at game time at Tubby’s Tank House in Thunderbolt.

The group holds raffles and trips and is looking into having tailgate parties in the future.

Call Kathy Dust at 373-5571 or send e-mail to KMDUST4@hotmail.com or Dave Armstrong at Darmst0817@comcast.net or 925-4709. Tubby’s Tank House (Thunderbolt), 2909 River Dr , Thunderbolt

Savannah Council, Navy League of the United States

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

Hunter Army Airfield, 525 Leonard Neat St , Savannah http://www.stewart.army.mil/

Savannah Fencing Club

Beginner classes Tuesday and Thursday evenings for six weeks. Fees are $40. Some equipment is provided. After completing the class, you may become a member of the Savannah Fencing Club for $5 per month. Experienced fencers are welcome to join. Call 429-6918 or send email to savannahfencing@aol.com.

Savannah Guardian Angels

Come meet the Local Chapter of the Guardian Angels on the 1st Monday of every month from 7pm-9pm at Elite Martial Arts in Pooler,GA. Free snacks and drinks and info on the Guardian Angels. For more info:www.SavannahGuardianAngels.com

Savannah Jaycees

Meeting and information 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 the chapter. 101 Atlas St. 912-353-7700 or www. savannahjaycees.com Jaycee Building, Savannah

Savannah Newcomers Club

Open to all women who have been in the Savannah area for less than two years. Membership includes a monthly luncheon and program and, in addition, the club hosts a variety of activities, tours and events that will assist you in learning about Savannah and making new friends. Call 351-3171.

Savannah Parrot Head Club

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Dedicated to pursuing adventures, both indoors and outdoors, throughout the Low country and beyond. Activities include sailing, camping, skydiving, kayaking, hiking, tennis, volleyball, and skiing, in addition to regular social gatherings.

Free to join. Email savannahadventureclub@ gmail.com or visit www.savannahadventureclub. com

Love a laid-back lifestyle? Beach, Buffet and no dress code. Check out savannahphc.com for the events calendar or e-mail Wendy Wilson at Wendyq1053@yahoo.com.

Savannah Sunrise Rotary Club

Meets Thursdays from 7:30-8:30 a.m. at the First City Club. 32 Bull St , Savannah http://www. savannahsunriserotary.org/

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Savannah Toastmasters

Helps you improve speaking and leadership skills in a friendly and supportive environment on Mondays at 6:15 p.m. at Memorial Health University Medical Center, Conference Room C. 484-6710. Memorial Health University Medical Center, 4700 Waters Avenue , Savannah

Savannah Wine Lovers

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

Savannah Writers Group

meets the second and fourth Tuesdays at 7pm at Books a Million to discuss, share and critique writing of fiction or non-fiction novels, essays or short stories. A meet-and-greet precedes the meeting at 6:30pm. Contact Carol North, 912920-8891. 8108 Abercorn St , Savannah

Son-shine Hour

Meets at the Savannah Mall at the Soft Play Mondays from 11-12 and Thursdays from 10-11.

Activities include songs, stories, crafts, and games for young children and their caregivers.

Free, no registration, drop-ins welcome. Call Trinity Lutheran Church for details 912-925-3940 or email KellyBringman@gmail.com Savannah Mall,

Southern Wings

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

Stitch-N’s

Knit and crochet gathering held each Tuesday evening, 5pm-8pm All skill levels welcome. Free Spinning fiber into yarn group meets the first Monday of each month at 1pm. Wild Fibre, 6 East Liberty Street (near Bull St.) Call for info: 912-238-0514

Tarde en Espanol

Meets the last Wednesday of every month at 6:30pm in different locations to practice spoken Spanish in a casual environment. 236-8566.

The 13th Colony Patriots

A Tea Party group that meets the 13th of each month at Logan’s Road House at 6pm. 11301 Abercorn St. Open to the public. Dedicated to the preservation of the United States Constitution and life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness for all Americans. www.13thcolonypatriots.com or call 912-596-5267.

The Peacock Guild

A literary society for bibliophiles and writers.

Monthly meetings for the Writer’s Salon are held on first Tuesday and the Book Club meets on the third Tuesday. All meetings start at 7:30 p.m. at meet at 207 E. Charlton St (Flannery O’Connor’s Childhood Home). Call 233-6014, facebook Peacock Guild or email peacockguild@ googlegroups.com for more info.

The Philo Cafe

A weekly discussion group that meets from 7:30pm-9pm at Books-A-Million, 8108 Abercorn St., 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.

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Theremin/Electronic Music Enthusiasts

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

Tybee Performing Arts Society

meets the first Tuesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. at the old Tybee school All interested, please attend or send e-mail to ried793@ netscape.com. Old Tybee School, Tybee Island , Tybee Island

Urban Professionals

Meets first Fridays at 7:30 p.m. at Vu at the Hyatt on Bay Street. If you’re not having fun, you’re not doing it right. Call 272-9830 or send e-mail to spannangela@hotmail.com. Vu Lounge at the Hyatt, 2 W. Bay St. , Savannah

Victorian Neighborhood Association

General meetings are on hiatus for July and August, but will resume Tuesday September 14 at 6pm, and continue on the 2nd Tuesday of every month, at the American Legion Hall located at 1108 Bull Street. Committee Meetings will continue to be held during the summer months. For more info visit the VNA website at: vna.club.officelive.com

Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 671

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

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 are held Monday through Friday at the St. Pius X Family Resource Center. Classes start at $25.00 per month. For more information call 912-631-3452 or 912-272-2797. Ask for Muriel or Darowe.

E-mail: abeniculturalarts@gmail.com St. Pius Family Resource Center,

Adult Intermediate Ballet

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 ,

African Dance & Drum

Learn the rhythms of West Africa with instructor Aisha Rivers. Classes are held every Sunday - drums at 4pm, dance at 5pm Rhythms of West Africa, 607 W. 37th St. , Savannah http:// www.ayoluwa.org/

Argentine Tango

Lessons Sundays 1-3:30pm. 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_tango@yahoo.com.

Doris Martin Dance Studio, 8511-h Ferguson Ave. ,

Beginners Belly Dance Classes

Instructed by Nicole Edge. Every Sunday, Noon-1PM, Tantra Lounge, 8 E. Broughton St., 231-0888. Every Thursday, 7PM-8PM, Fitness Body and Balance Studio 2127 1/2 E. Victory Dr., 398-4776 kleokatt@gmail.com or www. cairoonthecoast.com

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. Tues: 6-7pm & Thurs: 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.

| Submit your event | email: happenings@connectsavannah.com | fax: (912) 231-9932 | 1800 E. Victory Dr., Suite 7, Savannah, GA 31404 Beginners Fusion Belly Dance

Every Tuesday, 6-7pm. If you have never danced before or have limited dance experience, this is the class for you. Cybelle, a formal bellydancer for over 10 years will guide you through basic bellydance and fusion Walk ins welcome. 15.00/class 912-414-1091 http://cybellefusionbellydance.wordpress.com/

C.C. Express Dance Team

Meets every Wednesday from 6-8 p.m. at the Windsor Forest Recreation Building. Clogging or tap dance experience is necessary for this group. Call Claudia Collier at 748-0731. Windsor Forest Recreation Building, Savannah

Ceili Club

Experience Irish Culture thru Irish social dancing. No partner or experience needed. Learn the basics of Irish Ceili dancing. 7176 Hodgson Memorial Drive. Mondays at 7:30 p.m. For more info email PrideofIrelandGA@gmail.com.

Chicago Step Classes

Coastal Georgia Steppers is offering adult Chicago-style steppin dance classes every Sunday from 4:00– 6:30pm at the Tominac Gym on Hunter Army Airfield. All are welcome. Free admission; no partner required. For more info, send email to Robert.neal75@yahoo.com.

Flamenco Enthusiasts

Dance or learn flamenco in Savannah with the Flamenco Cooperative. Meetings are held on Saturdays from 1-2:30 p.m. at the Maxine Patterson School of Dance. Any level welcome.

If you would like to dance, accompany or sing, contact Laura Chason at laura_chason@yahoo. com. Maxine Patterson School of Dance, 2212 Lincoln St , Savannah

Free Swing Lessons

Every Thursday at Doubles Night Club (7100 Abercorn St.) Join the SwingCats for a free lesson at 7:30pm, followed by dancing from 810pm. No partner required. Drink specials.

Home Cookin’ Cloggers

Meet every Thursday from 6-8 p.m. at Nassau Woods Recreation Building on Dean Forest Road. No beginner classes are being held at this time, however help will be available for those interested in learning. Call Claudia Collier at 748-0731. Nassau Woods Recreation Building, Savannah

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.

Mahogany Shades of Beauty Inc.

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

Modern Dance Class

Classes for beginner and intermediate levels.

Fridays 10-11:15am. Doris Martin Studio, 7360 Skidaway Rd. For more info, call Elizabeth 912-354-5586.

Pole Dancing Class

For exercise...Learn dance moves and spins while working your abs, tone your legs and arms, a total body workout. Ladies Only! The only thing that comes off is your shoes. Preregistration req’d. Beginners Classes, Wednesdays 8pm. Level II Classes, Mondays 8pm. Pole fitness, Mon&Wed, 11am. 912-398-4776 or visit www.fitnessbodybalance.com. Fitness Body & Balance Studio, 2127 1/2 Victory Dr. ,

Putting on the Ritz Ball

A Ballroom Dance-stravaganza at the American Legion. 1108 Bull St., Saturday, Nov. 27, 8pm-midnight. Black tie optional. Cost: $15 in advance. $20 at the door. Beginners and

singles are welcome. Call 308-9222 for more info.

and other rarities. For upcoming schedule visit: www.sentientbean.com

Learn Salsa “Rueda de Casino” style every Wednesday, from 6-7pm Beginner, 7-8pm Intermediate, at the Delaware Recreation Center, 1815 Lincoln St. Grace, 234-6183 or Juan, 3305421. Delaware Recreation Center, Savannah

Hosts screenings of critically acclaimed independent films from around the world at Victory Square Cinemas, 1901 E. Victory Dr. For schedule and more info, visit www.reelsavannah.org

Salsa Classes

Salsa Lessons

Offered Saturdays 11:30am-1pm. $10.00 per class. Packages prices also available. Contact Kelly 912-398-4776 or www.fitnessbodybalance.com

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Fitness A New Kung Fu School: Ving Tsun

Salsa Lessons

VING TSUN ( Wing Chun) is the worlds fastest growing martial arts style. Using angles and leverage to turn an attacker’s strength against them makes VING TSUN Kung Fu effective for everyone. Call Sifu Michael Sampson to find out about our free trial classes 912-429-9241.

11202 White Bluff Road. Drop Ins welcome.

Salsa Savannah

Belly Drills

Savannah Shag Club

Bellydancing for fun and fitness

Salsa Savannah offers beginner and intermediate salsa lessons on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays at several locations. For more info, contact: salsasavannah@gmail.com, or call 856-7323. www.salsasavannah.com

Savannah

Tuesdays at Tantra (8 E. Broughton St.), lessons from 7-9pm, open dancing 9pm-1am.

Thursday at Saya (109 W. Broughton St.), lessons from 7-8pm, open dancing 9-11pm.

Bachata lessons at Saya Thursdays from 89pm. For more info: www.salsasavannah.com, 912-704-8726.

Belly Drill your body with Cybelle. This is an intense dance workout utilizing basic bellydance moves. Geared to all levels of ability. Dance your way to a better sense of well being. Bring water bottle. Thurs: 6-7pm. Visit www.cybelle3. com. For info: cybelle@cybelle3.com or call 912-414-1091. Walk-ins welcome.

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

The most fun class you’ve ever taken to get you in the best shape in the least amount of time. We provide bright colorful veils, jangling coin hip scarves, and exotic music. Every Wednesday, 6:30pm. $15 drop-in or $40 for four classes. Call 912-660-7399 or email ConsistentIntegrity@yahoo.com

The Savannah Dance Club

The Savannah Dance Club hosts Magnificent Mondays from 6:15-11 p.m. FREE basic Shag and/or West Coast Swing lessons each Monday.

Lesson schedule posted at Facebook/Savannah Dance Club. Dance lessons 6:15-7:45pm.

Special discount on 2011 membership thru Feb 15. For info: Call 927-4784 or 398-8784 or visit Facebook/Savannah Dance Club Doubles Lounge, 7100 Abercorn St. ,

Events Christmas Tree lot

The Savannah Lions Club opens its 33rd annual Christmas Tree lot in Daffin Park this Sunday, Nov. 21, and will remain open until all trees are sold. The lot is open daily from 9 until 8, excepting Thanksgiving.

Cash and credit cards accepted. All proceeds benefit our various charitable concerns.

Display of Civil War Artifacts

An exhibition of items recently unearthed from a former prison site known as Camp Lawton, near Millen, GA. Includes many rare personal items, such as picture frames, belt buckles and other items. Georgia Southern University Museum. Statesboro. $2/admission. On display through the end of April 2011.

Music in the Parlour with Diana

An afternoon of music, with homemade scones and sweet tea. Saturdays and Sundays, 1-3pm. $30/person. Limited seating. Reservations required. Call Diana Rogers: 912-236-2866 or email: DianaInSavannah@yahoo.com

The Armstrong Center

The Armstrong Center is available for meetings, seminars, workshops or social events.

Classrooms, meeting space, auditorium and 6000-square-foot ballroom. 344-2951. Armstrong Atlantic State University, Savannah

Film & Video Psychotronic Film Society

Hosts weekly screenings every Wednesday, 8pm, at the Sentient Bean. Offering up a selection of films so bad they are good, cult classics

Bellydrills

2 hour dance workout utilizing basic bellydance moves. This is geared to all levels of ability.

Dance your way towards a better sense of well being. Bring water bottle. $25/class. 912-4141091 http://cybellefusionbellydance.wordpress. com

Crunch Lunch

30 minute Core and ABs concentration class.

Offered 11:30am & 12:15pm Mon, Wed & Fri @ Fitness Body & Balance 2127 1/2 East Victory Dr. www.fitnessbodybalance.com 912-3984776.

Curvy Girl Bootcamp

Exercise class assisting women of size to reach their fitness goal. Every Tues & Thurs, 6-7pm.

Lake Mayer Community Center. $70 a month or $10 per session. For more info call 912-3417710 www.preservethecurves.com/curvycamp

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

Hatha Yoga classes

Every Monday and Wednesday from 5:30-6:30 p.m. Pre-register by calling 819-6463. St. Joseph’s/Candler Center for Well Being, Savannah http://www.sjchs.org/

Mommy and Baby Yoga Classes

Mondays, 10-11am (crawlers and toddlers) and 11:30-12:45 (infants and pre-crawlers) at the Savannah Yoga Center. The cost is $14 per class. Multi-class discounts are available.

Walk-ins welcome. Call 232-2994 or visit www. savannahyoga.com. Savannah Yoga Center, 1321 Bull St. , Savannah http://www.savannahyoga.com/

Pilates Mat Classes

Mat classes are held Tues & Thurs 7:30am8:30am, Mon 1:30pm-2:30pm, Mon & Wed 5:30pm-6:30pm, Thurs 12:30pm-1:30pm, & Sat 9:30am-10:30am. All levels welcome! Private and Semi-Private classes are by appointment only. Carol Daly-Wilder, Certified Pilates

Pregancy Yoga

Ongoing series of 8-week sessions are held on Tuesday evenings from 6-7:15 PM at 7116 Hodgson Memorial Drive. Pre-natal yoga helps mothers-to-be prepare for a more mindful approach to the challenges of pregnancy, labor & delivery. Cost is $100 for 8 weeks. Call Ann Carroll at 912-704-7650 e-mail ann@aikyayoga.com.

Rolf Method Bodywork

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

Squats N’ Tots

Stretch and strengthen overused body parts, as well as focus on muscle endurance, low impact aerobics, and abdominal work. Your baby (age 6 weeks to one year) can get in on the fun, or simply stay close to you on your mat. Call to pre-register 912-819-6463. St. Joseph’s/Candler Center for Well Being,

The Yoga Room

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

Yoga for Cancer Patients and Survivors

Free for people with cancer and cancer survivors. 6.30 p.m., Tuesdays and 12:10 p.m., Thursdays, FitnessOne, 3rd floor of the Center for Advanced Medicine, Memorial University Medical Center. Call 912-350-9031.

Zumba Fitness

Classes every week in the Pooler and Rincon area. Zumba is a fusion of Latin and international music dance themes that create a dynamic, effective fitness system. All ages and shapes are encouraged to attend. $7 per class. For info, contact Carmen at 484-1266 or calexe@comcast.net.

Gay & Lesbian First City Network Board Meeting

Meets the first Monday at 6:30 p.m. at FCN’s office, 307 E. Harris St., 2nd floor. 236-CITY or www.firstcitynetwork.org. 307 E Harris St , Savannah

Gay AA Meeting

meets Sunday and Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. at 311 E. Macon St. Savannah

Georgia Equality Savannah

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

Savannah Pride, Inc.

Meets first Tues of every month at 7 p.m. at the FCN office located at 307 E. Harris St. Everyone is encouraged to attend. Without the GLBT community, there wouldn’t be a need for Pride. Call Christina Focht at 663-5087 or email christina@savpride.com. First City Network, Savannah http://www.firstcitynetwork.net/

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. First City Network, Savannah http://www. firstcitynetwork.net/

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.

Health Better Breathers of Savannah

Meets to discuss and share information on C.O.P.D. and how people live with the disease.

For info, call Dicky at 665-4488 or dickyt1954@ yahoo.com.

Every Step Counts Survivors Walk

9am, Saturday, Nov. 27 - all cancer patients, survivors, and caregivers to join the monthly walk. Free and open to everybody. For more info or to register, call DeDe Cargill at 912398-6554.

Free blood pressure checks and blood sugar screenings

Conducted at three locations. From 8:30a.m.12:30p.m. and 5:15p.m.-7 p.m. every Tuesday and Thursday at the SJ/C African-American Health Information and Resource Center, 1910 Abercorn St. Call 447-6605 for appt. Every Monday from 10a.m.-12p.m. at the Smart Senior office, No. 8 Medical Arts Center. No appt necessary. Every Monday-Friday from 10a.m.-2p.m. at St. Mary’s Community Center at 812 W. 36th St. Call 447-0578. Savannah

Free hearing & speech screening

Hearing: Every Thurs. 9-11 a.m. Speech: 1st Thurs. of each month. Savannah Speech and Hearing Center, 1206 E. 66th Street. Call 3554601. 1206 E 66th St , Savannah http://www. savannahspeechandhearing.org/

Healthcare for the Uninsured

St. Mary’s Health Center is open for health needs of uninsured residents of Chatham County. Open Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM. For information or to make an appointment, call 443-9409. St. Mary’s Health Center, 1302 Drayton St. ,

Help for Iraq War Veterans

A method used at Fort Campbell to treat lack of sleep, anger, flashbacks, nightmares and emotional numbness in veterans is available in Savannah. 927-3432.

Hypnobirthing Childbirth Classes

Classes provide specialized breathing and guided imagery techniques designed to reduce stress during labor. Classes run monthly, meeting Saturdays for three consecutive weeks. To register, call 843-683-8750 or e-mail Birththroughlove@yahoo.com. Family Health & Birth Center, 119 Chimney Rd , Rincon http://www.themidwifegroup.com/

HypnoBirthing Classes

Learn to birth in a calm and gentle environment without fear. Uses relaxation, meditation and guided imagery to achieve the birthing experience you desire. Tiffany, tiffany@savannahdoula.com.

I am your ‘life’ coach

You like to be happy, healthy and successful?

I am your coach, helping you to live your life to your fullest potential in all fields. I help you to expand your talents. I offer small groups or one person appts. Please call: 912-604-3281

Ionic Foot Spa Detox

A method used to remove toxins from the lymphatic system and help health problems including diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol and more. Includes a free one-onone holistic consultation. Monday-Saturday by walk-in or appt. at Ye Olde Herb Shoppe, 23 E. Broughton St., 912.495.0358. For more info call Woods at 618.799.1695 or healthuniversal@live.com

La Leche League of Savannah

Mothers wishing to find out more about breastfeeding are invited to attend a meeting on the first Tuesday of every month at 6:30 pm. La Leche League of Savannah is a breastfeeding support group for new and expectant mothers. 897-9261, www.lllusa.

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Meditation and Energy Flow Group

Meet with others who practice meditation or want to learn how, discuss techniques, & related areas of holistic health, healing, Reiki, Energy Medicine, CAM. Reduce stress, increase peace & health! For info: www.ellenfarrell.com or 912-247-4263

Memorial Health blood pressure check

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

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

Planned Parenthood Hotline

First Line is a statewide hotline for women who want information on health services. Open every night from 7-11p.m. 1-800-264-7154.

The Quit Line

A toll-free resource that provides counseling, screening, support and referral services for all Georgia residents 18 or older and concerned parents of adolescents who are using tobacco.

Call 1-877-270-STOP or visit www.unitegeorgia. com.

Nature and Environment Dolphin Project of Georgia

Boat owners, photographers and other volunteers are needed to help conduct scientific research. Must be at least 18 years old. Call 727-3177, visit www.TheDolphinProject.org.or e-mail gadolphin@comcast.net.

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. Tybee Island

Walk on the Wild Side

The Oatland Island Wildlife Center 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. 8983980, www.oatlandisland.org. 711 Sandtown Rd , Savannah

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 sign-up on our

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A Walk in the Park

Professional pet sitting, boarding, dog walking and house sitting services offered in downtown Savannah and the nearby islands. All jobs accepted are performed by the owner to ensure the safety of your pets. Local references available. Please call 401.2211 or email lesleycastle@gmail.com to make a reservation.

Low Cost Pet Clinic

Tails Spin and Dr. Lester host low cost vaccine clinic for students, military and seniors on the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month from 5-6pm. The cost for each vaccination is $12.00, with $2.00 from each vaccination to be donated to Savannah Pet Rescue Agencies.

Habersham Village Shopping Center. For more info: www.tailsspin.com

Professional Pet Sitting and Dog Walking Insured, bonded, certified in pet first aid and CPR. 355-9656, www.athomepetsitters.net.

Savannah Kennel Club Dog Show

Nearly a thousand dogs from throughout the country are registered to do four days worth of competing at the Coastal Empire Fairgrounds.

Dec. 2-5, 2010. For more info about the 2010 Savannah Kennel Club Dog Show, please visit www.savannahkennelclub.org

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. Savannah

Cookbook Author Gena Knox

Knox, author of “Southern My Way: Simple Recipes, Fresh Flavors” will be in Savannah for two events: Dec. 2, 10:30am-1pm, at the First Presbyterian Church, 520 E. Washington Ave. for holiday luncheon. Call 912-354-7615 for tickets. Also, Dec. 4, noon-3pm at the Savannah Bee Company store, 104 W. Broughton St.

Tea time at Ola’s

A book discussion group that meets the fourth Tuesday at 1 p.m. at the Ola Wyeth Branch Library, 4 E. Bay St. Call Beatrice Wright at 652-3660. Bring your ideas and lunches. Tea will be provided. 232-5488 or 652-3660. Ola Wyeth Branch Library, Savannah http://www. liveoakpl.org/

Quakers (Religious Society of Friends)

Meets for a prayer breakfast every Tuesday at 6:30 a.m. at Piccadilly Cafeteria in the Oglethorpe Mall, 7804 Abercorn St. Call 898-3477.

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DrUUming Circle

First Saturday of the month at 7:30 p.m. at Unitarian Universalist Church of Savannah on Troup Square at Habersham and Macon streets.

Drummers, dancers and the drum-curious are welcome. Call 234-0980 or visit uusavannah.org. 313 Harris St. , Savannah http://www. uusavannah.org/

Gregorian Chant by Candlelight

For a peaceful end to your day attend the chanted service of Compline (Singing Good Night to God) sung at 9pm every Sunday night by the Compline Choir of historic Christ Church (1733) on Johnson Square; 28 Bull Street. Open to the public. All are welcome! Call 232-4131 for more info.

Live Web-streaming

Attend church from home Sundays at 9 and 11am with Pastor Ricky Temple and Overcoming by Faith Ministries. Log onto www. overcomingbyfaith.org, click ’Watch Now’.

927-8601. Overcoming by Faith Ministries, 9700 Middleground Rd. , Savannah

Metaphysics For Everyday Self-Mastery

A series of metaphysical/New Thought classes at The Freedom Path Science of Life Center, 619 W 37th St., Mondays 8pm, with Adeeb Shabazz. $10 suggested donation, 1-877-4948629, www.freedompathonline.org, freedompath@yahoo.com. Savannah

Midweek Bible Study

Every Wednesday at noon at Montgomery Presbyterian Church. Bring your lunch and your Bible. 352-4400 or mpcsavannah.com. Montgomery Presbyterian Church, 10192 Ferguson Avenue , Savannah http://www.montgomerypresbyterian.com/

Music Ministry for Children & Youth

The children’s choir for 3 years through second grade will be known as Joyful Noise and the youth choir grades 3-5 will be known as Youth Praise. Joyful Noise will meet Sundays from 45 p.m. and Youth Praise will meet Sundays from 5-6 p.m. Call Ronn Alford at 925-9524 or visit www.wbumc.org. White Bluff United Methodist Church, 11911 White Bluff Rd , Savannah

Nicodemus by Night

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

Meets Sundays, 11 a.m. at Trinity United Methodist Church. Call the clerk, 912-373-6276 Trinity United Methodist Church, 225 West President St , Savannah http://www.trinitychurch1848.org/

Realizing The God Within

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

619 W 37th St. , Savannah

Soka Gakkai of America

SGI is an international Buddhist movement for world peace and individual happiness. The group practices Nichiren Buddhism by chanting Nam Myoho Renge Kyo. Introductory meetings are held the third Sunday of the month. For further information, call 232-9121.

Stand for Peace

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

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

The Savannah Zen Center

Soto Zen Meditation: Tuesday evenings 6-6:30pm with study group following 6:307:30pm; Sundays 8am-9:30am which includes Dharmatalk. Donations accepted. Rev. Fugon Cindy Beach cindy@alwaysoptions.com. The Savannah Zen Center, 505 Blair St. Savannah.

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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. Savannah

Unitarian Universalist Church of Savannah

Liberal religious community where different people with different beliefs gather as one faith. Sunday, 11 am, Troup Square Sanctuary.

234-0980, admin@uusavannah.org or www. uusavannah.org. 313 Harris St. , Savannah

Unity of Savannah

Two Sunday morning Celebration Services - 9:15 and 11:00. (Children’s Church and childcare at 11:00.)

A.W.E. interactive worship service at 7 p.m. every first Friday of the month. 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.

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Savannah Bridge Run 2010

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Texas Hold ’Em Poker League

Free Texas Hold Em poker league is available to the public. Teaches new players how to play and advanced players can come and work on their skills. Prize tournaments for season points leaders. www.series7pokerleague.com for more info.

Support Groups Al Anon Family Groups

A fellowship of relatives and friends of alcoholics meets Monday at 12:30 p.m. and 8 p.m., Wednesday at 1:30 p.m., Thursday at 8 p.m. and Sunday at 8 p.m. at 1501 Eisenhower Dr. and Tuesday at 8 p.m. at Goodwill on Sallie Mood Drive. Call 598-9860 or visit http://al_anon_savannah.freeservers.com. Savannah

Al-Anon Meetings

Meetings for families and friends of alcoholics are held every Monday at 5:30pm and Saturday at 11am. Melissa, 844-4524. First Presbyterian Church, 520 Washington Ave , Savannah http://

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Alcoholics Anonymous

If you or someone you know has a problem with alcohol, call 912-356-3688.

Alzheimer’s Caregivers Support Group

Senior Citizens, Inc. hosts a Caregiver’s support group for individuals caring for Alzheimer’s and dementia family members. Meets every second Monday at the Wilmington Island United Methodist Church, 195 Wilmington Island Road.

For more info, call 236-0363, ext. 143. Savannah

Amputee Support Group

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

Bleeding Disorders Support Group

Call Mary Lou Cygan at 350-7285. Memorial Health University Medical Center, 4700 Waters Avenue , Savannah http://www.memorialhealth. com/

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Cancer support group

Meets the first Wednesday of the month from 11am-12pm. at the Nancy N. and J.C. Lewis Cancer & Research Pavilion on Reynolds Street across from Candler Hospital. The group is open to anyone who is living with, through or beyond a diagnosis of cancer. Call 819-8784.

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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. Savannah

Coastal Empire Polio Survivors Association

Meets the fourth Saturday of the month at 10:30 a.m. at the Candler Heart and Lung Building, second floor, Room 2. Call 355-1221; or visit www.coastalempirepoliosurvivors.org.

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Couples Struggling with Fertility Challenges

Meets every Saturday at 6:45 p.m. at Savannah Christian Church, Room 250. This is a group for couples struggling with primary or secondary infertility, whether they have been on this journey for one year or many years. Call Kelly at 596-0852 or email emptycradle_savannah@ hotmail.com. 55 Al Henderson B;vd. , Savannah

Diabetes Support Group

Free Seminar + Discussion. Improve your health or help a loved one by learning about healthy alternatives. Every Thursday 6pm7:30pm at the W.W. Law Library, 909 E. Bolton Street (@Waters), For more info call Woods at 618.799.1695 or healthuniversal@live.com .

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Domestic Violence Hotline

The Georgia Human Resources Department and Georgia Coalition on Family Violence have a new number, 24 hours a day. 1-800-33-HAVEN.

Domestic violence support group

SAFE Shelter provides a domestic violence support group every Thursday from noon to 1 p.m. at the Senior Citizens Inc. Building at 3205 Bull St. Call Brenda Edwards, 629-8888.

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Don’t face your problems alone

Are you between the ages of 11-18, or a concerned parent of a teen? We are here to help. Please call Park Place Outreach Youth Emergency Shelter 912-234-4048 or www. parkplaceyes.org

Fibromyalgia support group

meets the second Thursday from 5:30-6:30 p.m. in Conference Room 2, Candler Heart and Lung Building, 5356 Reynolds St.. 819-6743.

5354 Reynolds Ave. , Savannah http://www. sjchs.org/

First Line

An after-hours referral and information line to talk confidentially about birth control, sexually transmitted diseases and pregnancy options.

A free service from Planned Parenthood, available nightly from 7 to 11 p.m. at 1-800264-7154.

Gray Matters 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. 4700 Waters Avenue , Savannah http://www.memorialhealth. com/

Grief Support Group

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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. Savannah

Heartbeats for Life

A free support and education group for those who have suffered or want to prevent or reverse Heart Disease, and/or Diabetes problems.

Contact, Jeff: 912-598-8457; email: jeff@heartbeatsforlife-ga.org

Hope House

Provides housing and support services such as life skills, resources and referrals, follow-up care and parent-child activities funded by DHR Promoting Safe and Stable Families. Please call 236-5310 for information. Hope House of Savannah, 214 E. 34th St. , Savannah

KidsNet Savannah Parent Support Group

meets on the first Thursday of the month at 4:30 p.m. at the Department of Juvenile Justice Multi-Purpose Center, 1149 Cornell Ave. Call Carole Kaczorowski at 598-7001, Lorr Elias at 351-6375 or Bruce Elias at 644-5916. Department of Juvenile Justice Multi-Purpose Center, 1149 Cornell Ave , Savannah

Leukemia, Lymphoma and Myeloma Support Group

For patients with blood-related cancers and their loved ones. Call Jennifer Currin, 350-7845.

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

Living without Violence

The SAFE Shelter offers free drop-in counseling to anyone who is in an abusive relationship.

Meets every Thursday from 7-8:30 p.m. at the First Baptist Church Education Building at Whitaker & McDonough St. 234-9999. First Baptist Church of Savannah, 223 Bull St. , Savannah

Memorial Health Focus

Focus is a program to encourage Sickle Cell patients ages 11 to 18 and their parents and caregivers to learn more about Sickle Cell disease. For info, call Saundra at 350-3396.

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

Multiple Sclerosis support group

discusses topics that are relevant to anyone with a debilitating disease every fourth Thursday at 3:30 p.m. at St. James Catholic Church, 8412 Whitfield Ave. at Montgomery Cross Roads. 355-1523. St James Catholic Church, 8412 Whitfield Ave , Savannah

Narcotics Anonymous

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

National Alliance on Mental Illness

A recovery support group for people living with mental illness. Tuesdays: 6:30-8pm, Trinity Lutheran Church, 12391 Mercy Blvd. Thursdays: 6:30-8pm, Pine Woods Retreat, 1149 Cornell Ave. Suite 3A. Saturdays: 1:30-3:30pm, Candler Heart & Lung Building (2nd Floor). Call 912-353-7143 for more info.

Overeaters Anonymous

Meets weekly at several locations. Please visit www.oa.org to locate a meeting.

Pancreatic Cancer Support Group

Call Jennifer Currin at 350-7845. Memorial Health University Medical Center, 4700 Waters Avenue , Savannah http://www.memorialhealth. com/

Parkinson’s Disease Support Group

Meets the first Thursday of the month. 56:30pm in the Marsh Auditorium at Candler Hospital. For more info, call 355-6347 or 238-4666.

PRIDE Support Group

This is a support group for parents of children with bleeding disorders. Call Mary Lou Cygan at 350-7285. Memorial Health University Medical Center, 4700 Waters Avenue , Savannah http:// www.memorialhealth.com/

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Rape Crisis Center

assists survivors of rape and sexual assault.

The Rape Crisis Line is active 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at 233-7273. The center offers free, confidential counseling for victims and their families.

Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy Support Group

The group welcomes anyone suffering with this disorder, and family members or caregivers interested in learning more about it. For info, call Martyn Hills at 651-4094.

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S-Anon Family Group

A fellowship for families and friends of sexaholics. For info, call 663-2565.

Self-Help Support Group for People with HIV/AIDS For more information on a support group for men and women living with HIV/AIDS, please contact Mary Jackson at My Brothaz HOME, Inc. at 912-231-8727. These two groups are confidential and only for persons with verified HIV/AIDS.

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Senior Citizen’s Inc. Alzheimer’s Support Group

For families of persons suffering from Alzheimer’s Disease and other forms of dementia. Second Thursday at 5:30 p.m. at Ruth Byck Adult Day Care facility, 64 Jasper St. Call ahead to reserve a seat. Call Stacey Floyd at 236-0363.

3025 Bull St , Savannah

Smoking Cessation Support Group

is open to anyone who has stopped smoking and needs additional support or to those who are considering trying to stop smoking. Call 8198032 or 819-3368.

Spinal Injury Support Group

Meets every third Thursday of the month at 5:30 p.m. at the Rehabilitation Institute at Memorial Health. For info, call Jami Murray at 350-8900.

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Support Group for Parents of Ill Children

who have a seriously ill child receiving treatment on an inpatient or outpatient basis. A case manager facilitates the meetings, and a child life specialist provides an arts and crafts activity. Meets once a week. Call Donna at 3505616. Backus Children’s Hospital, 4700 Waters Avenue , Savannah http://www.memorialhealth. com/backus

Teens nurturing teens

Meets the third Sunday of the month at 3 PM on the 2nd floor of the Lewis Cancer & Research Pavilion. This group is for teens who have a family member or loved one impacted by cancer. For more info, call 819-5704.

The Work of Byron Katie

The Work of Byron Katie ends unnecessary suffering. Let’s do some worksheets together.

Looking for others who are interested in doing TW. I am a 2003 Graduate of the School for the Work with Byron Katie. Contact twwurs@gmail. com, or call Urs 912-484-0134 for more info; or read “Loving What Is”

Tourettes Community of Savannah (TiCS) Meets on the 3rd Saturday of every month.

For more information contact. Michelle McGee 912-224-9201 or sign up on the Facebook page Tourette’s Community of Savannah. Call for meeting place and times

Troup Square Al-Anon Family Group

A support group for friends and family of alcoholics, with special attention to issues of adult children of alcoholics. 495-9758 or www.al-anon. alateen.org. Unitarian Universalist Church of Savannah, 313 Harris St. , Savannah http://www. uusavannah.org/

Wheeze busters

is an asthma support group for children that meets in the Rainbow Room at The Children’s Place at Candler Hospital. Call 921-3368.

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

Women who love too much

meets Fridays from noon to 1 p.m. Call Maureen Wozniak at 355-4987.

Theatre AWOL’s Annual Hip Hop Play

All Walks of Life will present it’s annual hip hop play production, “Situations,” an adaptation of William Shakespeare’s sonnets, in February.

Tickets are available now for the day-time school shows, (Feb. 10-11 at 10am) open to public and private school classes. For more info, or to reserve seats, call 912-303-4987 or email kgreen@ awolinc.org

Volunteers America’s Second Harvest Food Bank needs volunteers

To help with various tasks around food bank and warehouse. Apply as soon as possible. 912236-6750 ext 109. America’s Second Harvest of Coastal Georgia, 2501 E. President St , Savannah http://www.helpendhunger.org/

First Steps

Become a volunteer with First Steps and provide support, education and community resources to help parents of newborns establish healthy and positive relationships with their babies. Call 8196910. St. Joseph’s Hospital, 11705 Mercy Blvd. , Savannah http://www.sjchs.org/

Good Samaratin Clinic

St. Joseph’s/Candler’s Good Samaritan Clinic in Garden City needs volunteer nurses, physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, Spanish interpreters and clerical staff. The Good Samaritan Clinic serves people without insurance and whose income is less than 200 percent of the federal poverty line. To volunteer call Greta Tholstrup at 429-1502.

Help Feed the Hungry

Savannah Hosea Feed the Hungry is in need of regular volunteers to maintain the food and clothing rooms. One or two regular volunteers are needed as a telephone clerk/receptionist.

We also need several strong arms with vans or trucks to load, deliver, and unload boxes of produce 3x a week. Daytime hours. Visit 141 Telfair Rd. or Call 912-232-3085.

Literacy volunteers needed

Project READ, an adult literacy program, is in need of volunteer tutors who can commit to 2 or 4 hours each week. Call Jodi at Royce Learning Center at 354-4047. Royce Learning Center, 4 Oglethorpe Professional Blvd , Savannah http:// www.roycelearningcenter.com/

Live Oak Regional Public Libraries

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Rebuilding Together Savannah

Volunteer organization in partnership with the community that rehabilitates houses of lowincome homeowners, particularly the elderly, disabled and families with children. Visit www. rebuildingtogethersavannah.org.

Riverview Health and Rehabilitation Center

is looking for volunteers to assist residents in activities or just come and visit. For info, call Rhonda Sheffield, volunteer coordinator, at 3548225, Ext. 243. Riverview Health and Rehabilitation Center, 6711 LaRoche Ave. , Savannah

Ronald McDonald House volunteers needed

Help in the “home away from home” for the families of hospitalized children. Volunteers also are needed to provide home-cooked meals for families staying at the house. Volunteer internships also available for college students. Nikole Layton, 356-5520. Ronald McDonald House, 4710 Waters Avenue , http://www.rmhccoastalempire.org/

Speech and hearing center needs volunteers

to conduct hearing screenings for adults and children. Nurses and retired nurses are encouraged to apply for eye, ear, and dental exams on pre-school children. Flexible scheduling is available. Savannah Speech and Hearing Center, 1206 E. 66th Street. Call Jane Medoff at 355-4601 Savannah Speech and Hearing Center, 1206 E 66th St , Savannah http://www.savannahspeechandhearing.org/

Telfair Docent Program

The Telfair Museum of Art is accepting applications for its volunteer docent program. After completing training, docents will be responsible for leading tours in the Telfair Academy and Jepson Center. Call Sarah Ward, 790-8827. Telfair Academy of Arts and Sciences, 121 Barnard Street , Savannah http://www.tefair.org/

The Dolphin Project of Georgia

needs boat owners, photographers and other volunteers to help conduct scientific research on the Atlantic Bottlenose dolphin along the coast of Georgia. You must be at least 18 years old. Call 232-6572 or visit the Web site at www.

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The Retired and Senior Volunteer Program

Share your time and talents with others.

Through RSVP seniors 55 and older serve at various community organizations from 1 to 40 hours per week. Call 234-7842 or Linda Fields at 238-2960, Ext. 123.

The Volunteer Center

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Mon-Fri, or send e-mail to volunteer@uwce. org. United Way of Coastal Empire, 428 Bull St , Savannah http://www.uwce.org/

The Women’s Center

Volunteers are needed to teach Basic Literacy Skills and Basic Computer Skills. Call Rhonda Anderson at 236-4226 or 447-5711. Wesley Community Center, 1601 Drayton St , Savannah http://www.wesleyctrs-savh.org/

Tutoring Volunteers Needed

If you are an education major, retired reading teacher or a community resident who is interested in volunteering your time to a reading and math tutorial program for elementary and middle school students, call the African-American Health Information and Resource Center at 447-6605. African-American Health Information & Resource Center, 1910 Abercorn St , Savannah http://www.sjchs.org/1844.cfm

ARIES

(March 21–April 19) Should you rely on hard facts or soft feelings? Would it be advisable to trust your tried–and–true medicine or else a potion brewed from the tongue of a snake, the feather of a crow, and a mandrake root? Can you get better results by mingling with staunch allies or with rebel upstarts who have a knack for shaking things up? Only you can decide on these matters, Aries. My opinion? You’ll probably generate more interesting developments by going with the feelings, the mandrake root, and the upstarts.

TAURUS

(April 20–May 20) “We cannot have any unmixed emotions,” said poet William Butler Yeats. “There is always something in our enemy that we like, and something in our sweetheart that we dislike.” I hope that’s OK with you, Taurus. In fact I hope you regard that as a peculiar blessing –– as one of the half–maddening, half–inspiring perks of life on earth. The fact is, as I see it, that you are in the thick of the Season of Mixed Emotions. The more graciously you accept that –– the more you invite it to hone your soul’s intelligence –– the better able you’ll be to capitalize on the rich and fertile contradictions that are headed your way.

GEMINI

(May 21–June 20) Louisiana porn star Stormy Daniels considered running for a U.S. Senate seat in 2010, although she eventually dropped out because it was too expensive. I admired one of her campaign strategies: She went on a “listening tour,” traveling around her state to hear what potential constituents might want to tell her. I encourage you to embark on your own listening tour in the coming weeks, Gemini. It will be prime time for you to find out about everything you don’t even realize you need to know. Adopt a mode of maximum receptivity as you ask a lot of questions. Wipe your mind clean of assumptions so you can get all of the benefits possible from being innocent and curious.

CANCER

(June 21–July 22) I love astrology. It excites my imagination and helps ensures that my relationship with the

world is never too literal or prosaic. It anchors me in the paradoxical insight that although many things are out of my control, I have huge amounts of free will.

My study of the mysterious meanings of planetary omens provides guidance, keeps me humble, and is a constant reminder that poetry provides an understanding of reality that’s as useful as science.

On the other hand, astrology sometimes feels oppressive. I don’t like any system, even one as interesting as astrology, to come between me and the raw truth about reality. I aspire to see the actual person who’s in front of me, not be interpreting everything she does through the lens of her horoscope. Now I urge you to do what I’ve just done, Cancerian: Express your appreciation for something in your life that provides beauty and power, even as you also critique its downsides.

LEO

(July 23–Aug. 22) Bees pollinate apples. Butterflies perform the same service for lilies and moths do it for tobacco.

Horse chestnut requires the help of hummingbirds to pollinate, wild ginger needs flies, and oak trees depend on the wind. The world’s largest flower, the rafflesia, can be pollinated by elephants’ eyebrows as the beasts use their trunks to search for nectar. My point is that in the natural world, fertilization is species–specific.

Bees don’t pollinate lilies and butterflies don’t pollinate horse chestnut. A similar principle holds true for you, Leo. Can you name the influences that fertilize you?

Now’s a good time to get very clear about that, and then seek out a more focused connection with those influences.

VIRGO

(Aug. 23–Sept. 22) Native Americans took care of the land better than the white people who appropriated it, but they were by no means masters of sustainability. Recent research reveals they had a sizable carbon footprint, pumping lots of greenhouse gases into the atmosphere as they cleared and burned forests. (More info at tinyurl.com/NativeCarbon.)

Taking a cue from that little shock, I’m encouraging you to see if there are aspects of your personal past that should be reinterpreted.

The astrological omens suggest that you’d be wise to revise some of the stories you tell about what

happened to you way back when.

LIBRA

(Sept. 23–Oct. 22) British engineer John Reid wants to translate dolphins’ speech into human language. For years, he has been working on the Cymascope, a machine that will help him analyze the basic patterns of dolphin grammar and vocabulary.

I encourage you to be inspired by his efforts, Libra. It is now an excellent time for you to devote your ingenuity to improving the way you communicate with alien species like black sheep, fallen angels, feral mavericks, your mother–in– law, odd ducks, co–workers who resemble raccoons and bears, and zombies who don’t share your political views.

SCORPIO

(Oct. 23–Nov. 21) An African proverb says, “If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together.” I think that sums up the choice you have before you. There is something to be said for going fast; it may be that you can get as far as you need to go by starting immediately and speeding along by yourself.

On the other hand, the distance you have to cover may be beyond your ability to estimate in the early days. If you think that’s the case, you might want to opt for the slower–paced power of a joint operation.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22–Dec. 21)

It’s Experiment with Your Self–Image Week –– a time when it would be invigorating to shift and play with your identity. During this reinvention phase, you might find you can change yourself on the inside simply by rearranging yourself on the outside. So have fun wearing clothes you’ve never donned before. Entertain yourself with a new hairstyle. Speak in foreign accents or use words you don’t usually utter. Amuse yourself with a variety of novel approaches to walking, laughing, gesticulating, and moving your face. Think of your persona as a work of art that you love to tinker with.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22–Jan. 19)

“It’s not that some people have willpower and some don’t,” said physician James Gordon. “It’s that some people are ready to change and others are not.” That’s

why you may soon appear to the casual observer, Capricorn, as someone who’s able to call on enormous reserves of willpower.

According to my reading of the astrological omens, you are now more amenable to change than you’ve been in a long time. In fact, I suspect that in the coming weeks you’ll be willing and even eager to initiate transformations that seem heroic to people who are addicted to the status quo.

AQUARIUS

(Jan. 20–Feb. 18) All belief systems, ideologies, philosophies, and religions are mostly wrong, even though many of them have chunks of useful information that contribute to the common good. Said another way, absolutely no one has the whole truth, but pretty much everyone has a part of the truth. Now it so happens, Aquarius, that your little fraction of ultimate wisdom is currently clearer and stronger than usual. That makes you especially valuable to your gang, family, or tribe. It doesn’t mean you should be the supreme arbiter of correct thinking forever, but it does suggest that right now you should exert extra leadership with forceful grace.

PISCES

(Feb. 19–March 20) Think back over the course of your life and identify any worthy ambitions that got irretrievably blocked or frustrated or squandered. Once you’ve named those lost chances, do a ritual in which you completely let go of them. As much as possible, give up all regrets.

Flush the sadness. Forgive anyone who interfered. Wipe the slate clean. Only by doing this can you open the way to an opportunity that’s lurking just outside your awareness. And what exactly is that opportunity? Even if I told you, you wouldn’t know what I was talking about. Your ability to find it requires you to do the preliminary work of purging your remorse for missed opportunities.

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NO PETS/NO SMOKING. $400/deposit, $500/month. Call 964-8516 GARDEN CITY: 3BR/1BA, LR, DR, furnished kitchen, CH&A, total electric, Fenced backyard. $825 plus deposit. Call 912-844-7932.

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Great Location: 2122 Hawthorne St, off President Street. 2BR/1BA with garage, Section-8 okay. $725 rent, plus deposit.

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2BR with central heat/air, on Eastside, fenced backyard. $650/month plus small down payment. 660-4296 or 507-7875

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Hibiscus 1BR Duplex,recently remodeled, all electric $475 plus dep. 234-0548.

East 55th 2BR Duplex,carpet, fenced $525 plus dep. 234-0548.

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Rose of Sharon Senior Residences Apts 1BRs Finally Available Newly Renovated Rose of Sharon Senior Residences, 322 East Taylor St.,Savannah, GA 31401 has the perfect apartment for your Active Senior Lifestyle. The Rose of Sharon captures the essence of Savannah living. Located in the heart of Savannah’s, most prestigious shopping, entertainment and dining district. We offer Resident Services & Activities, On-site Transit, Controlled Access, and Media & Fitness Center.

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912-657-4583, 912-495-1889.

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•Wilmington Island Duplex: 2BR/1BA Livingroom/dining combo, kitchen, laundry. $750/month •3BR/2BA duplex, Livingroom/dining combo, kitchen, laundry $875/month.

912-897-6789 or 344-4164

RECENTLY Refurbished 2BR/1BA, Eastside, family room, large kitchen, hardwood floors, new CH&A, storage building, fenced yard. $695/month, $695/deposit.

912-344-6455, 912-898-3636.

Wilmington Island Sheftall Cove- Newly Renovated, 3BR/2BA, living room, dining room, kitchen, fenced yard, $1100/month, 912-897-6789 or 912-344-4164

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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 $100-$150/week. Call 912-272-4378 or 912-631-2909 EFFICIENCY ROOMS Includes stove, refrigerator, private bath. Furnished! $180/week + deposit. Call 912-844-5995.

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FORD F150, 2003- Harley Davidson Edition, 12,900 actual miles, Blue book price. 912-727-2452 Motorcycles/ AtVs 940 MINIATURE West Coast Chopper 3-wheeler. Metallic red,chrome rims, 10-horse air-cooled engine, spoiler bars on back,3yrs old, hardly ridden, like new.Great for parades, entering in shows or just for fun. $1600 OBO.Must see to appreciate.912-925-6091 Boats & accessories 950 AQUASPORT, 25’, center console, leaning post, trim tabs,hull in good condition, interior needs a little TLC. Hull only $1500 OBO. 912-572-2303 Good Music Is Food For The Soul.

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