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Book Event: Politicking, by Bill Rauch

Lecture by Bill Rauch, former Beaufort, SC mayor and author of "Politicking," followed by a Q-and-A session. What it takes to run a grassroots campaign as a political outsider. 5 p.m Arnold Hall (SCAD), 1810 Bull St. Free and open to the public. scad.edu

PODS for Pets and People Food Drive

Living history interpreters share a "Day in the Life of a Black Soldier" and the story of a "Free Woman of Color". Scholar In Residence, Dr. Otis Johnson, will discuss Savannah-related Civil War events. Sponsored by Savannah State University's Asa H. Gordon Library and History Department. 6-7:30 p.m Savannah State University, 3219 College St. Free and open to the public.

Film: Singin' in the Rain

Pooler Farmers' Market

Screening and follow-up discussion of this musical classic featuring the singin' and dancin' of Gene Kelly. 6 p.m Savannah Arts Academy, 500 Washington Ave. Free and open to the public.

Lecture: The Cuban Guy, Andres Lara

This motivational speaker tells his story-from a homeless 16-year-old to a 26-yearold author, CEO of his own company and millionaire. At the Savannah Student Union. Part of Armstrong's Latino Heritage Week. 6:30-8:30 p.m Armstrong State University, 11935 Abercorn St. Free and open to the public. armstrong.edu

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Ribbon cutting and reception for this new women's boutique in Sandfly shopping district owned by Olivia Wardlaw. Benefiting Rape Crisis Center. 5:30-7:30 p.m Livvy Boutique, 7360 Skidaway Rd. Free and open to the public. 912-898-9828. https://facebook.com/pages/LivvyBoutique/147340028641614 Bring donations of food for people and pets, for use by Meals on Wheels program, providing a hot meal every day to low income homebound senior citizens, plus food for their pets. Suggested donations: canned foods such as meat, seafood, fruits and vegetables; dried foods--pastas, beans, rice and peas; cereals; peanut butter; jelly; and dry or canned animal food. Sep. 20-26 Chatham Parkway Subaru, 7 Park of Commerce Way. pods.com/savannah.aspx

Civil War 150: The Black Soldier and A Free Woman of Color

Livvy Boutique Grand Opening

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Featuring regional farmers, local cottage industries and community non-profits. Music, kids activities, sustainability lectures and cooking demonstrations 4-7 p.m. Pooler Recreation Complex, Pooler Parkway. Free and open to the public. poolerfarmersmarket.com

SAI Hello (Savannah Art Informers)

An elegant evening of music, light fare, and drinks celebrating Savannah’s local art scene and the writers who highlight them. 7:30 p.m Ampersand, 36 MLK Jr. Blvd. $10 minimum donation at door (includes a drink ticket) Free entry for SAI donors artrisesavannah.org/

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compiled by robin wright gunn | happenings@connectsavannah.com Week At A Glance is Connect Savannah’s listing of events in the coming week. If you want an event listed, email WAG@ connectsavannah.com. Include specific dates, time, locations with addresses, cost and a contact number. Deadline for inclusion is 5pm Friday, to appear in next Wednesday’s edition.

Sandpiper Trail Hike at Skidaway State Park A one-mile guided hike with a state park ranger. 2 p.m Skidaway Island, Diamond Causeway. $5 parking fee. Annual passes available. (912) 598-2300. SkidawayIsland

Savannah Jazz Festival: Wednesday

7:00PM Doug Carn B3 Trio 8:30PM Movie Night: Killer B3: A Documentary About The Hammond Organ directed & written by Murv Seymour B & D Burgers (Congress St.), 912-238-8315. savannahjazzfestival.org

Wednesday Night Supper Club

A new Savannah tradition. Gather at Pacci's community table to make new friends and share in a night of food, wine and Southern hospitality. With seasonally inspired dishes from Executive Chef, Roberto Leoci. 7-9:30 p.m. Pacci Italian Kitchen + Bar, 601 E Bay St. Call for pricing. Reservations required. 912-233-6002. jackie.blackwelder@paccisavannah.com

Thursday / 25 37th @ Abercorn's Fall Frolic

An autumn evening open house to welcome Lee Smith Antiques and Mathes Land & Cattle Co. to the growing family of vendors at this antique gallery. 5:30-8 p.m 37th @ Abercorn Antiques & Design, 201 E 37th St. Free and open to the public.

Mayor’s Small Business Conference

Trey Cook, COO of Savannah Tire, is the keynote speaker for this conference promoting small business development and growth. Workshops by the US Small Business Administration,Georgia Dept. of

Economic Development, and Savannah's business community. Sponsored by the City of Savannah. Includes continental breakfast, workshops, and lunch. 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m Civic Center, 301 West Oglethorpe Ave. Free. Pre-registration required. 912-651-3653. savannahga.gov/businessconference

Mystery of the Giant Ground Sloth

Workshop about giant ground sloth and others that roamed Skidaway during the last Ice Age. See and touch real fossils. 2 p.m Skidaway Island State Park, 52 Diamond Cswy. $5 parking fee. Annual passes available. gastateparks.org/skidawayIsland

Panel Discussion: Jack Leigh: Full Circle, Low Country Photographs, 1972-2004

International Center of Photography’s Brian Wallis will moderate Jack Leigh panel discussion by photographers George Tice and Lisa M. Robinson (M.F.A. photography, 1999). 5 p.m SCAD Museum of Art, 601 Turner Blvd. Museum admission applies. Free for members and SCAD students. scad.edu

Salsa Night

Armstrong's Latino Heritage Week offers a night of dancing, including a few lessons, in the Student Union Ballroom B/C. 6:30-8:30 p.m Armstrong State University, 11935 Abercorn St. Free and open to the public. armstrong.edu

Savannah Jazz Festival: Blues Night 6 PM SSU Choir 7 PM Eric Culberson Trio 8:15 PM Steady Rollin Bob Margolin 9:30 PM Shemikia Copeland Band

Velvet Caravan

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11 PM Jam Session @ Rancho Alegre Forsyth Park, 501 Whitaker St. savannahjazzfestival.org

SCAD Gallery Hop

Free shuttles will run among four SCAD galleries and the SCAD Museum of Art. Each location has a reception for a new exhibition. SCAD Museum of Art, Pinnacle Gallery, Gutstein Gallery, May Poetter Gallery, Alexander Hall Gallery. 6-7:30 p.m Free and open to the public. scad.edu

Taste of Tybee Business Connection

A sampling of island fare, cocktails, and music by the Train Wrecks, for Savannah Area Chamber of Commerce members and their guests. 5:30-7:30 p.m Tybee Pier Pavilion, Off HWY 80 at the end of Tybrisa St. $10-$25 912.644.6458

Theatre: Mystery of Irma Vep: A Penny Dreadful

Derby Devils Doubleheader saturday @Civic center

Film: Facing the Giants

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The second in a four-film series being offered by Higher Ground Baptist Church. 7:30-9:30 p.m Higher Ground Baptist Church, 9120 Whitefield Ave. Free and open to the public.

Coffee Cupping

Film: Third Person (USA, 2014)

Like a wine tasting, but with coffee. A lesson on coffee process methods and origins worthy of a connoisseur. 11 a.m. PERC Coffee Roasters, 1802 East Broad Street. Free and open to the public. Donations welcome. 912-209-0025. perccoffee.com

Concert: Singing Master Class

Armstrong presents a guest artist masterclass led by Piano in the Arts series artists: soprano Susan Williams, baritone Dean Southern, and pianist Jeffrey Brown. 2:30 p.m Armstrong Fine Arts Center, 11935 Abercorn St. Free and open to the public. 912-344-2801. armstrong.edu

Concert: We Have Both for a Long Time Been Silent

Songs from Hugo Wolf's Italienisches Liederbuch, featuring soprano, baritone, and piano. Part of Armstrong's Piano in the Arts series. 8 p.m Armstrong Fine Arts Center, 11935 Abercorn St. $15 Gen. Adm. $10 military/Sav. Philharmonic. Free for Armstrong.

Three stories of love, passion, trust, and betrayal in a non-linear, multi-plotline narrative. With Liam Neeson, Mila Kunis, James Franco, Maria Bello, and Kim Basinger. Presented by CinemaSavannah. 7 & 10 p.m Spotlight Theatres Eisenhower Square Cinema 6, 1100 Eisenhower Dr. $7 if mention CinemaSavannah

Kindermusik Play Date

For children ages 1-4 years and their parents, an introduction to music that will get toes tapping and bodies wiggling. 10-10:45 a.m The Jewel Conservatory Theatre, 6014 Hwy 21. Free and open to the public. 912-257-0671. jewelconservatorytheatre@gmail. com. jewelconservatory.com

Latino Heritage week picnic

Wrap up the week’s festivities with a picnic on the intramural field lawn, including hamburgers and hot dogs. 6-9 p.m Armstrong State University, 11935 Abercorn St. Free and open to the public. armstrong.edu

Savannah Jazz Festival: Friday

6 PM Velvet Caravan 7 PM Dee Lucas 8:15 PM UNF Jazz Ensemble 9:30 PM Rene Marie Quartet 11 PM Jam Session @ Rancho Alegre Forsyth Park, 501 Whitaker St. savannahjazzfestival.org

So Worth Loving Pop-Up Tour Stop at One West Victory

Is it a T-shirt company or an empowerment movement? Either way, So Worth Loving is on a bus tour, and they're stopping at One West Victory, with music, t-shirts, refreshments, and a whole lotta love. 6-9:30 p.m One West Victory, 1 W Victory Dr. Free and open to the public.

Theatre: Spine Tingling Tales

Theatre: Mystery of Irma Vep: A Penny Dreadful

Armstrong Masquers theatre troupe presents Charles Ludlam’s comic parody of Gothic melodramas in which a sympathetic werewolf, a vampire, and a dead Egyptian princess come to life. In Armstrong Jenkins Hall Theater. Sep. 25-27, 7:30 p.m $12 Gen. Adm. Free for Armstrong. armstrong.edu

Workshop: Toads and Turtles

A workshop on the differences between reptiles and amphibians, including holding live animals. 2 p.m Skidaway Island State Park, 52 Diamond Cswy. $5 parking fee. Annual passes available (912) 598-2300. gastateparks.org/skidawayIsland

A late night ghost show that's appropriate for most ages, but a little bit scary. Produced by Odd Lot Comedy Troupe. 11 p.m. The Historic Savannah Theatre, 222 Bull St. $25 soucyman@gmail.com. spinetinglingtales.com

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Theatre: Grey Gardens

Beach Yoga for CASA

A musical comedy, telling the story of Big Edie and Little Edie Bouvier Beale, the eccentric aunt and cousin of Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis. Presented by Collective Face Ensemble. 8 p.m Muse Arts Warehouse, 703 Louisville Rd. $20 Gen. Adm. $15 senior/student/military 912/ 232-0018. collectiveface.org/

A scintillating scintilla of literary licensiousness. Friday, September 26 at 7:00pm The Book Lady Bookstore, 7 E. Liberty St.

Saturday / 27 Yoga instructor Sue Finkle leads this session for Shari Carney's Dancing With the Savannah Stars campaign, benefiting Court Appointed Special Advocates. 7 p.m North Beach, Tybee Island. Donation of any amount. dancingwithsavannahstars.org continues on p. 6

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Armstrong Masquers theatre troupe presents Charles Ludlam’s comic parody of Gothic melodramas in which a sympathetic werewolf, a vampire, and a dead Egyptian princess come to life. In Armstrong Jenkins Hall Theater. Sponsored by Connect Savannah. -27, 7:30 p.m $12 Gen. Adm. Discounts for military/senior/ alumni/children. Free for Armstrong. armstrong.edu

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Unwanted Prescription Drug Disposal Collection locations at the following CVS stores: 150 Johnny Mercer Blvd,5401 Abercorn Street, 5690 Ogeechee Road. 10 a.m.-2 p.m Chatham Sheriff's Office, 1050 Carl Griffin Drive. Free and open to the public. 912-652-7682. wfwermuth@chathamcounty.org

Concert: Piano in the Arts series

Armstrong presents its first concert in the series, featuring soprano Susan William, baritone Dean Southern, and pianist Jeffrey Brown. Sponsored by Springhill Suites by Marriott-Sav. Midtown. 8 p.m Armstrong Fine Arts Center, 11935 Abercorn St. $15 Gen. Adm. Discounts for military/senior/alumni/ children. Free for Armstrong. 912-344-2801. armstrong.edu

Fall Plant Sale and Mrs. Reinhard's House Sale

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Savannah Area Council of Garden Clubs sale features assorted fall plants and a house sale with lots of attic treasures and bargains. 8 a.m.-3 p.m Savannah Botanical Gardens, 1388 Eisenhower Drive. Free to attend. Items for sale. 912-355-3883. sacgc@att.net

Film and Benefit: Pee Wee's Big Adventure (USA, 1985)

A benefit for Keith Kozel, Savannah musician, actor and DJ (and husband and father) who is a dialysis patient awaiting a kidney transplant. Raffles, and a Pee Wee lookalike contest.Presented by the Psychotronic Film Society of Savannah, the Lucas Theatre, and Connect Savannah. 7 p.m Lucas Theatre for the Arts, 32 Abercorn St. Suggested donation: $10 adults, $5 children. lucastheatre.com

Forsyth Farmers Market

Local and regional produce, honey, meat, dairy, pasta, baked goods and other delights. Rain or shine. 9 a.m.-1 p.m Forsyth Park, 501 Whitaker St. Free to attend. Items for sale. 912-484-0279. forsythfarmersmarket.com

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Jimmy Hall

Jimmy Hall was born in Birmingham, Alabama and raised in Mobile by a musical family steeped in gospel tradition. Hall has performed with The Allman Brothers, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Jeff Beck Group, Grand Funk Railroad and more. 8 p.m Mars Theatre, 109 S. Laurel Street. $25 in advance, $30 at the door 912-754-1118. info@marstheatre.com

Jones Narrows Clean Up and Free Day at Wormsloe FOR TICKETS TO ANY EVENT CONTACT: LUCASTHEATRE.COM 912.525.5050

Help clean up for Your State Parks Day, in front of the tabby ruins at Wormsloe. Dress comfortably. Work gloves provided. Register by 9/26, but walk-ins welcome.

Admission to site free all day. 9 a.m.-noon Wormsloe Historic Site, 7601 Skidaway Rd. Free and open to the public. 912-353-3023. marketing.wormsloe@gmail.com

Roller Derby: Savannah Derby Devils Double Header

The first fall roller derby bout for the year. 5 p.m. Hostess City Hellions vs. Middle Georgia Derby Demons (Macon) 7 p.m. Savannah Derby Devils All-Stars vs. South Florida Roller Girls (Ft. Pierce, FL) 5 & 7 p.m Civic Center, 301 West Oglethorpe Ave. Adult $12 Children (ages 3-12) -$2 Family (2 adults, 2 children) “ $26 Group of 10 $10 savannahcivic.com

Salt Marsh Kayak Excursion

A Wilderness Southeast guided kayak daytrip on tidal creeks and salt marshes, to learn the natural systems that influence the marshes. Tour size 4 to 10 people. Reservations required. Fee includes boat/ paddle/life vest. 9 a.m.-noon Skidaway Island, Diamond Causeway. $55 (912) 236-8115. wilderness-southeast.org

Savannah Jazz Festival: Main Event

5 PM Doc Handy 6 PM Hall of Fame Induction and Concert, featuring Teddy Adams, Huxsie Scott, Eddie Pazant, Howard Paul, Ben Riley, Delbert Felix (new inductee), Eric Vaughn (new inductee), Dr. Randy Reese (new inductee) 7 PM Audrey Shakir Quartet 8:15 PM Don Braden Quartet 9:30 PM Jon Faddis w/Savannah Jazz Orchestra 11 PM Jam Session @ Rancho Alegre 5-11 p.m Forsyth Park, 501 Whitaker St. savannahjazzfestival.org

forms of expression. Sign up begins at 11:30 pm. Brought to you by Spitfire Poetry Group, with support from The Performing Arts Collective of Savannah, Muse Arts Warehouse, DJ Doc Ock. Last Saturday of every month, 11:30 p.m. Muse Arts Warehouse, 703 Louisville Rd. $5 Spitters. $7 Sitters. musesavannah.org

Theatre: Grey Gardens

Theatre: Mystery of Irma Vep: A Penny Dreadful

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A A volunteer day to clear and prune the p park. Part of National Public Lands Day, d the nation's largest, single-day volunteer G effort for public lands; and a commemora- a tion of the 50th anniversary of the passage 1 of the Wilderness Act. No skills or tools F needed, but gloves and rakes are welcome. $ Refreshments provided. Hosted by Savan- m nah Tree Foundation. T 9 a.m.-noon A Mother Mathilda Beasley Park, 500 E. Broad. Savannah Philharmonic: Chamber E Free and open to the public. Concert No. 1 - Schubert and Brahms e 912-233-8733 savannahtree.com Featured musicians: Jadde Nolty, viola; AnK Wilmington Island Farmers' Market F nelise Nelson, cello; and Quynh Shannon, Vendors offering produce, prepared foods, 3 piano; performing Schubert's Piano Trio crafts, plus storytime, musical performanc- M No. 2 in E flat Major Op. 100; Brahms' es, and community information. Piano Trio No. 1 in B Major Op. 8. $ 111 Walthour Rd @ Islands Community Church. 5 p.m 9 Free and open to the public Ascension Lutheran Church, 120 Bull St. T wifarmersmarket.org/ $20 D savannahphilharmonic.org Sunday / 28 A Theatre: Spine Tingling Tales e A late night ghost show that's appropriate African Dance Workshop G Lady Mahogany leads class through for most ages, but a little bit scary. Prow traditional moves backed by West African p duced by Odd Lot Comedy Troupe. rhythms provided by professional drum11 p.m. k mers. No experience necessary. The Historic Savannah Theatre, 222 Bull St. 3 2pm: Kids Workshop 3:30pm: Adult $25 $ Workshop soucyman@gmail.com. spinetinglingtales.com a 2-5 p.m a Midnight SpitFire Saturday Open Mic & W.W. Law Gym, 909 E. Bolton St. Showcase $20 includes food A midnight version of this monthly open912.631.8983. gottadoitforthekids@gmail.com mic showcase that incorporates music, poetry, visual art, and many other artistic

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latino heritage week salsa night is thursday @ASU Concert: Armstrong Chorale

Armstrong opens the 15th Southeastern Choral Arts Festival (SECAF) with its University Singers and University Chorale in joint concert. 7:30 p.m Armstrong Fine Arts Center, 11935 Abercorn St. Gen. Adm. $6. Free for Armstrong. 912-344-2801

Sustainativity Mattress Dash Fundraiser

A race between costumed teams of five, pushing mattresses on wheels in a 150 m dash. Prizes and awards for Fastest Team, Greenest Racing Frame, Judge’s Choice and People’s Choice. 1 p.m Forsyth Park, 501 Whitaker St. $125 sign-up & $7.50 Registration Fee mattressdash.org

Theatre: Grey Gardens

A musical comedy, telling the story of Big Edie and Little Edie Bouvier Beale, the eccentric aunt and cousin of Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis. Presented by Collective Face Ensemble. 3 p.m Muse Arts Warehouse, 703 Louisville Rd. $20 Gen. Adm. $15 senior/student/military 912/ 232-0018. collectiveface.org/

Theatre: Mystery of Irma Vep: A Penny Dreadful

Armstrong Masquers theatre troupe presents Charles Ludlam’s comic parody of Gothic melodramas in which a sympathetic werewolf, a vampire, and a dead Egyptian princess come to life. In Armstrong Jenkins Hall Theater. 3 p.m $12 Gen. Adm. Discounts for military/senior/ alumni/children. Free for Armstrong. armstrong.edu

Monday / 29 Comedy: Odd Lot Improv

Improv show in the style of "Whose Line Is It Anyway?" Appropriate for all ages. 8 p.m. Muse Arts Warehouse, 703 Louisville Rd. $5 Justin@oddlot.org. oddlot.org

Concert: Choral Arts Festival Choir

Armstrong’s 15th Southeastern Choral Arts Festival concludes with this concert. 7:30 p.m Armstrong Fine Arts Center, 11935 Abercorn St. Free and open to the public. 912-344-2801. armstrong.edu

Tuesday / 30 Dinner Theatre: Ghostly Guest of the 17hundred90

Dine with the ghosts known to frequent this 18th century spot. Appropriate for all ages. Produced by Odd Lot Theatre Group. 7:30 p.m. 17Hundred90, 307 E President St. $45 Dinner and a show spinetinglingtales.com/ghostly-guests.html

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Psychotronic Film Society commemmorates birthday of late George Peppard, who stars as a cop in this legal drama. 8 p.m Sentient Bean, 13 East Park Ave. $7 sentientbean.com

Grand Opening: Original Skin Tattoo Parlor

This new tattoo parlor offers tattoos reflecting 3D realism, portraits, and cover ups, body piercing and custom airbrushing. 10 a.m Savannah Mall, 14045 Abercorn Street. Free and open to the public. Donations for Susan G. Komen Fund accepted.

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When rhymes reflect reality by Jim Morekis jim@connectsavannah.com

Now I might just be that nigga who kill gorillas lions tigers and bears Bitch niggas better beware Fuck it nigga I don’t care My Glock be plastic Man I call that bitch my Tupperware — Charles ‘Mista Dee’ Smith, with Fly, “I Might” CHARLES SMITH is dead now, shot by a policeman’s own Glock on Augusta Avenue in West Savannah, after an altercation inside a police car on Sept. 18. He was 29. Perhaps the only real surprise is that he made it that long. When I see the video of his performance with Fly, though, he still seems very much alive. And two things come to mind: • Sadness over the shame and waste of a young life thrown away in the pursuit of a toxically violent and misogynistic image of what it means to be a man. • Smith is really good. Scary good, in every sense of the word. Simply in terms of art and entertainment, the song is powerful and the video is actually quite well-made. The truth is that Smith aka Mista Dee could have had a totally legit career in the music business, beyond the many charges in his long arrest record. In fact, the only reason police confronted him that fateful Thursday morning was due to outstanding arrest warrants. What went wrong? In the end, Smith couldn’t have a musical career and a life of crime. He chose his path and paid the price. If it hadn’t happened on Augusta Avenue, then it likely would have happened elsewhere, at someone else’s hand. It’s an all-too-common choice in Savannah. “I Might” is a chillingly accurate and detailed breakdown of that choice, and of the perennial allure of the outlaw. Since forever, young men have often felt alienated and violent, and often puff themselves up into something they’re maybe not. To impress other young men, to impress women, to impress themselves. That’s not a crime, unless you decide to turn the puffery into violent reality. As

Charles ‘Mista Dee’ Smith, in a screen capture from the video ‘I Might.’ Smith did, as the Columbine shooters did, as the Virgina Tech shooter did, etc. etc. One of society’s functions is to help young men make the ungainly transition from youthful swagger to mature confidence. Most often, modern society fails at this. And fails our young men. Not that anyone is looking for another white guy’s opinion, but I’m just old enough to have come of age before there was really such a thing as rap or hip hop as we now know it. And in my day, we were the problem children. Funny but true. Millennials know Al Gore as the affable, avuncular environmental activist and climate change guy. But I know him as the clueless nimrod who said my music was evil and my friends and I were going to ruin America. He and his wife Tipper started the whole stupid practice of putting warning labels on music with explicit lyrics—like those in Fly and Mista Dee’s video, and some of the lyrics in the rock ‘n’ roll I grew up listening to. (I never forgave Gore for that and never voted for him. And those warning labels did nothing but increase sales.) I didn’t become a drug-addled ax-murdering Satanist serial killer, as Al and Tipper warned I would. But at some point, Charles Smith apparently did make the mistake of buying into his own myth. But in his case, which came first? The lyrics or the lifestyle? The video or the violence? The words or the weapons? The answer has nothing to do with artistic expression. It has to do with wealth disparity, the impact of poverty, the destruction of the family unit, racial bifurcation, the troubled relationship between police

and poorer communities, and of course the abundance of guns and the willingness to use them to settle any and all disputes—the latter perhaps being the biggest difference between Smith’s generation and mine. Those aren’t excuses. Just reasons. The comparisons between the unrest in Ferguson and Savannah are easy and convenient. And there are certainly similarities, chiefly that a white police officer killed a young black man under hazy circumstances. (Technically a young biracial man, but I suspect few people think that’s relevant. Certainly in his own neighborhood Smith was considered African-American.). There are key differences: Savannah has a robust black political presence. We have a much more racially integrated police force. And it must be said: We now have the negative example of Ferguson to learn from. Mayor Edna Jackson deserves kudos for her quick, compassionate, statesmanlike performance in the wake of the shooting. She was pitch-perfect, assuaging the fears of the law-and-order types for whom young black men like Smith are alien beings, and the concerns of those on the streets of West Savannah who see police as an occupying force and everything as a conspiracy. If there were a local version of the Nobel Peace Prize, Mayor Jackson should get it. But there’s still a long way to go, and all the core issues remain. Some young men will make the right choices, others won’t. And it remains society’s responsibility to help them navigate the age-old temptation toward violence, and to remind them that bullets fly both ways, and guns never return our admiration. cs

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Around the fire with Michael W. Twitty By Jessica Leigh Lebos

specifically the preservation of slave history in the American South and its incorporation It’s the darker into the mainstream narrative. side of dusk at WormsAs attendees found their way from the loe Historic Site, and conference’s main locale at the Coastal as I pick through the Georgia Center, one young woman comsaw palmettos along the mented on the mile-long tunnel of massive dirt path, I’m sure we’ve trees that’s made Wormsloe one of Savantaken a wrong turn. nah’s most famous photo ops. “No, it’s just a little “It’s called an ‘oak allee,’” informed Reneé further,” urges Forsyth Farmers Market Donnell, a recent grad of UGA’s historic maven Teri Schell as she strides through preservation department. “All plantations trees vibrating with the cacophony of had them. But we rarely talk about the peocicadas. ple who dug those holes.” I follow behind her, clutching my purse, While the slave dwelling conference and try not to shriek when I realize the mosattracted academic historians and archaeoloquito I just swatted off my ear was actually gists from around the country, organizer Joe a bat. I soldier on, out here in the shadowy McGill noted there was almost no participawoods to track down culinary historian tion from Savannah universities. Michael W. Twitty, for whom Teri and Culinary historian (= “culinarian”) Michael W. Twitty tended hearth at Wormsloe “This subject does not appeal to locals,” I share a certain fascination (fine, call it a Historic Site during last week’s Slave Dwelling Conference. Photo by Teri Schell observed McGill drily. foodie crush.) That’s a real shame, since Savannah is His forthcoming book, The Cooking Gene, dark, scary forest was going to keep me from ground zero for slave history and the perfect Twitty has soared to fast fame since he chronicles his adventures and insights as he meeting him. published “An Open Letter to Paula Deen” place to foster Twitty’s message of inclusive recreates the meals of his African ancestors When Teri and I arrived at the former last year on his blog, Afroculinaria, smack history. in the places they lived and worked, and his plantation, we heard the strike of the djembe in the midst of Our Lady’s carmelized I kept looking over my shoulder for our and the traditional rhythmic stylings of career meltdown. In his letter, Twitty gently social media reflects humorous musings on celebrity culinarian. Teri whispered that she West Africa—that happened to be provided overheard Twitty was preparing his presenreminded that Southern cooking belongs to cultural equality, food justice and creative uses of sorghum. by Abu Majied Major and his son, Yusuf, us all, but it cannot be discussed honestly tation at the Colonial Life Area, “a bit” furI don’t know if he’s the only gay, black, who I had just interviewed the day before without acknowledging its origins in Africa ther down the dirt road. Jewish culinarian in the entire world, but for the article on this Sunday’s African and American slavery. “Might be our only chance to talk to him dance workshop [see page 26]. Wise but not accusatory, the post burned this gent is definitely my kind of unicorn. without a crowd,” I murmured. The universe so does love its serendipa big hole in the internet after the Huffington I got all groupie-eyed when I found out We looked longingly at the long line ity, and several of the themes that I’d been Post picked it up, and Twitty has been up to Twitty was in Savannah to lead a special at the tent housing tantalizing food from researching all week for that story were his earlobes in book contracts and speaking presentation for the Slave Dwelling ProjDaufuskie Island’s own celebrity chef ect Conference, and I’d be damned if any being discussed here around the tables, engagements ever since. and Gullah cookbook author Sallie Ann jll@connectsavannah.com

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Robinson then snuck away from the tables into the woods. For a few moments, we were guided by the golden strip of marsh shimmering in the last light of day beyond the trees. Then the curtain of the forest swallows us whole, and we step out of time. As we trudge, I’m aware how little this land has changed since Noble Jones and his slaves cut its paths almost 300 years ago. My phone and its flashlight are a pocket away, but I don’t dare break the spell. Finally, we glimpse the flicker of torchfire. We make our way across a footbridge towards the tiny wattle-and-daub shack, smoke rising from the chimney. Suddenly, there he is: A barrel-chested bear of a man tending the hearth, sweating as he preps plates of okra and peppers on the rustic wooden table. He is as grand and gregarious as I thought he’d be, his voice higher and more mellifluous than I’d expected. “Come in, come in!” cries Michael Twitty, wiping his brow. Teri and I tuck in to watch as he stirs cast iron pots of Muscovy duck and Gulf Coast lamb neck, heritage breeds raised by Bradley Taylor and Cat Compton on their sustainable farm in Sylvania. Knowing the rest of the conference will appear on golf carts momentarily, I spill out a rush of questions like chicken bones at the feet of a voodoo priest. Though he studied at Howard University and worked at respected sites including Colonial Williamsburg, the 30ish historian approaches his discipline not academically, but as a folk heritage tradition. He remains itinerant, traveling and cooking and educating from the roots up. “If I was interpreting at an institution or a museum, you’d never hear about me,” he declares, placing a three-legged skillet in the fire by its long handle. Though corporate network types have come sniffing around his campfires looking for the next foodie star, Twitty’s not interested in being put in a box as “another black chef doing soul food.” His Jewishness also muddies any notion of simple marketability. “People want uncomplicated narratives,” he shrugs. “That’s not me.” I can relate. As a Jewish gal with a strong affinity for African dance, I ask about this African-American urbanite’s Jewish soul. “Roads converge,” he nods sagely, explaining that he converted when he was 22. “Judaism gave me insight on how to preserve something from generation to generation. It’s a leitmotif, the obligation of the transmission of Jewish culture. Therefore, my black identity and my Jewish identity are

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inextricable.” Unlike this heretic, Twitty keeps a kosher home. But that’s not gonna keep him from Sallie Ann’s Lowcountry boil. “Oh yes, I’m going to get down on this plate of trayf right now, forgive me,” he laughs, nimbly peeling shrimp from shell in less than a second flat. We talk about the similar forced Diasporas of Jewish and African culture and the non-racial notion of “peoplehood,” a term often used in Jewish circles to navigate the ever-evolving balance between tradition and identity. “We are but one race on this planet, but our ethnicities are the diversity,” he preaches. “Our differences are valuable.” That’s what feeds his passion to protect the culinary heritage of his ancestors. And he’ll kindly call out those who insist on fetishizing slave culture and cuisine—or worse, appropriating it without honoring its origins. “Collards are the new kale,” he snorts. “Please.” This, of course, brings us back to Paula Deen. He holds out hope that her people will contact him so he can bring her out to cook biscuits and hamhock around the fire, which y’all have to admit would make some good TV. “I’m not looking for a confrontation,” he promises. “I am about reconciliation, I want to have a dialogue. I want to get people talking about how it all fits together.” With a shake of his wrist, the pan-fried veggies are done. They taste of smoke and spice and the air of the night, echoing with the presence of the enslaved people who likely ate the same dish near this very spot. “Centuries of stories are contained in a simple meal,” reminds our host. The golf carts appear out of the dark. It’s time to abdicate our private audience, and the philosopher chef launches into a new round of his fascinating schtick to the arriving group. We part with hugs and calls of mispocheh, the Yiddish word for family. As Teri and I hitch a ride back with the rangers through the woods, it occurs to me that we’ve reached the Age of Meta: History informs the present as the inclusion of neglected narratives feeds back to our perception of the past. An enlightened future depends on how well we honor our own origins while holding others in the loop. It’s a lot to chew. Can we ever learn to see ourselves as a peoplehood, each one of us a unique stew of culture and DNA, nourishing and nourished by the same complicated, multi-layered human story? cs

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Dare Dukes takes on afterschool literary program as new executive director By Jessica Leigh Lebos jll@connectsavannah.com

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Many Connect readers will recognize Dare Dukes as the soulful indie rocker who occasionally regales club audiences with songs from two original albums, including 2012’s critically-acclaimed Thugs and China Dolls. Literary types see him at board meetings for the Flannery O’Connor Childhood Home. Others know him as an activist who early on pushed the efforts to establish a community radio station, coming to fruition next year. Those in the playground set can peg him as the lanky dad chasing two kids around local parks. A few may be familiar with his profound commitment to social justice: For 11 years the Minnesota native worked as development and communications director for Global Action Project, a media-arts youth leadership program in New York City. He also managed the philanthropic arm of the Brennan Center, a law firm that works to protect the poor in the criminal justice system. Now Dukes’ many roles have converged as he steps into the position of executive director of Deep Center, the non-profit afterschool writing program that serves nearly 400 middle school students a year, many of whom come from Savannah’s toughest neighborhoods. Each student spends 11 weeks writing stories inspired by their personal lives, which are then published and performed at semi-annual Deep Speaks book launches. The experience not only improves their performance on all-important test scores but is life-changing for many. Dukes takes the reins from Joanna Dasher and will work closely with Deep program director Megan Ave’Lallemant. “I am grateful to our board of directors for their thoughtful work in finding such a qualified new leader for our organization,” said Dasher, who will continue as one of Deep’s volunteer writing fellows. 12 “Dare’s expertise in non-profit leadership

DeepCenter’s new executive director Dare Dukes brings experience and compassion to the program. Photo by Jon Waits/@jwaits and his passion for the arts and education make him a perfect fit.” While his name may sound like some kind of superhero (there’s certainly something Clark Kent-ish about those hornrimmed specs), Dukes fights for social equality the ordinary human way: By listening with earnest humility, collaborating with others and working in the trenches. He jumped right into the fray last Tuesday, when over 250 local leaders gathered for a day-long discussion about afterschool programming and educational opportunities. Hosted by Mayor Edna Jackson and organized with the help National League of Cities, America’s Promise Alliance and the U.S. Department of Education, the event addressed the ways that cities can help underserved public school students both

academically and socially. Dukes spoke with Connect the next day as he began his second week at the helm of one Savannah’s most successful afterschool programs. Deep is already a jewel on the afterschool programming landscape. What’s your first move as executive director? Dare Dukes: Deep at a pivotal moment right now. It’s built up a lot of cultural capital in this city and people really love us. Though I’d not been intimately involved with Deep until now, I’ve been watching it. Small non-profits come and go, and Deep kept staying and getting bigger. Every time I would talk to someone who’d interacted with Deep in any way, they would always

just gush. There’s a lot of love for Deep in the community, and a lot to build on. There are also still opportunities to create visibility. As beloved and well-known as Deep is, there were still people—Board of Education members—in the room yesterday who had never heard of it. Is Deep funded in any way by the school system? D.D.: No, all the programming we offer through the public school system is free: Free for the youth, free for the schools, though they do provide some really important support. Teachers are on the front line of recruiting and they do logistical things that would otherwise be a burden to us, but

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people have and building off them. We’re very serious about social justice in Savannah, with our task forces and sixhour long workshops. What are your ideas about fostering the connection between creativity and social change?

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D.D.: Again, I’m very new at this. Our institutions that work for the greater good are really important, because they stick around and they keep trying. They build expertise What drives your personal passion for and experience and places for people to care social justice, even though it’s a real mess and to congregate. out there? I also think that real change happens on D.D.: Well, because it’s a real mess out there the ground with real people doing things that aren’t always pleasant. In fact, they can [another smile]. be messy and make people uncomfortable From a very young age I was called to when people raise their voices and tell their both work creatively and to learn to be of service to people in need. I was kind of mess stories when they’re not expected to. The Civil Rights Movement is major example. myself in middle school—as many of us I want to hear those stories that don’t are—and I very much found a place of solalways get told. With young people, there’s ace and strength in creative work, in music and writing. I had a couple of great teacher/ a lot of talk about discipline and correcting behavior but not a lot about meeting them mentors who made the world feel safe for me, as a kid and as a learner. They also made where they are and helping them connect with their communities in meaningful ways. learning fun—another thing I love about That’s what Deep does. Deep. So the stories are the key.

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D.D.: I have a learning curve in terms of getting to know the educational ecosystem in Savannah so it was useful. I really care about young people who easily fall through the cracks. The systems that are in place, and the institutions that are meant to serve them, are not, and that’s what everyone was there to address. One thing that was glaringly apparent though, despite of all the good will and smart people—most with more experience than me—was that there was no educator on the stage, and only one young person. There were panels that included a judge, a cop, a politician, a preacher and an administrator, but not a single teacher. That seemed like a hole. Also, much of conversation was about discipline, punishment and bad parenting, as opposed to identifying the assets that young

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Help yourself to better health with health literacy By Andrew Pleasant, Ph.D.

Andrew Pleasant is Senior Director of Research and Health Literacy for Canyon Ranch Institute and a member of the Institute of Medicine (IOM) Roundtable on Health Literacy. He is also co-author of the book Advancing Health Literacy: A framework for understanding and action. In part 2 of an occasional series for Connect Savannah readers, Andrew continues the discussion of the communication gap between patients and health professionals and ways to improve health care using the “currency” of health literacy.

Part 2: How to help your patients be healthier with health literacy

When health professionals speak with patients, it’s important that they pause and consider the person they are speaking with and not just the disease or condition the person may have. Doctors, physician’s assistants, and nurses need to carefully consider the words they use, how quickly they are speaking, and the complexity of what they are saying. They also need to make sure that what they’re saying is actually relevant, useful, and empowering to the patients they work with. Let’s “listen in” on a conversation that should occur much more often than it does in reality: Over-worked but caring doctor: Hello, my name is Doctor DoRight, what is your name? Overweight middle-aged patient: I am Ms. WantToBeWell.

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Doctor DoRight: How are you today, Ms.GoingToBeWell? (They both chuckle.) Ms. WantToBeWell: Well, I am a bit worried. I seem to get dizzy a lot these days, and I just don’t have any energy. Doctor DoRight: I want to take a sample

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check your blood pressure and listen to your heart and lungs. OK? We will learn a few things about you, and together can develop a plan to help you feel much better. Ms. WantToBeWell: OK. I really want to know why I’m feeling this way. Doctor DoRight: Can you also please tell me about your eating, and how often you exercise? Also tell me about what worries you – what we sometimes call stress. Ms. WantToBeWell: Are you sure it’s necessary to know all those details? Can’t you just give me some pills or something? Doctor DoRight: I assure you it is very important information that will help us help you lead a healthier life – and we also promise to protect your personal information. Ms. WantToBeWell: Oh! Well, okay then… I am worried all the time about my family. We never seem to make ends meet. I can’t remember the last time I exercised. I just don’t have time. I eat a lot of fast food to try to save time, but then I realize it costs so much and doesn’t really save time. Doctor DoRight: My job is to be your health partner, and I have a lot of tools to help. Sometimes that may be medicine, but often there are simple, small steps you can take every day that can be better than depending on a medicine. For example, your blood pressure is a bit high today. That may be part of why you are dizzy. Do you use a lot of salt when you cook? Ms. WantToBeWell: Oh yes, I like to put salt on everything. Doctor DoRight: How about trying to use less salt? Just put away the salt shaker for one meal, and see how that goes. I’m asking you to try that because eating salt can cause many people to have higher blood pressure than is healthy. I’d also like you to try to give yourself 5 minutes a day to

When health professionals and patients work together in a health-literate way, the conversation includes more than medical information – it also includes lifestyle. Conversations about our lives can help build an understanding of the fact that what we think, talk about, and eat, and how much we move our bodies (to exercise, dance, and walk, for example) have a big role in our health, especially as we age. Photo by Kareem McMichael, courtesy of Curtis V. Cooper Primary Health Care, Inc. just relax and try to stop worrying. Find something fun you like to do. Then maybe you can make that 5 minutes into10 minutes. Will you try that?

to relax and have fun for at least 5 minutes every day. And I’m going to see if I can save some money by shopping for fresh food instead of having fast food.

Ms. WantToBeWell: Sure, I can try.

Doctor DoRight: That is great! As we continue to get to know each other and work together, we will both keep a close eye on your blood pressure so we can get you healthier soon.

Doctor DoRight: Great! We’ll get the results from the tests next week. Can you come back then? We can re-check your blood pressure and talk about other things you can do to be healthier and happier. Also, next time you want fast food, I’d like you to go to the grocery store instead and buy some fresh fruit and vegetables to enjoy in a meal. You may find you spend less at the store compared to eating out. Now, can you tell me what you are going to do different until I see you next week? Ms. WantToBeWell: First, I’m going to try to not use salt so much when I cook or when I eat out. I’m going to try to enjoy one meal without adding salt. I’m going to try

Ms. WantToBeWell: Thanks! See you next week. Health professionals should always help patients to find, understand, evaluate, communicate, and use information to make the health literate choices that lead to healthier, happier lives. Whether you’re the health professional or the patient, do all you can to form a partnership that is based on honest conversation and consideration of all aspects of everyday life. The results can be lifechanging for both of you. cs

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tease out conclusions from a confusing mess of data. Meta-meta-analysis is simpler: it relies on eye-rolling, wisecracks, and snark. Enough buildup. Let’s get to work. 1. To recap: The claim, first bruited by George Eby in 1984, was that a zinc lozenge held under the tongue would alleviate cold symptoms in as little as two hours. Eby is an interesting individual. He’s not a physician, but rather is head of the George Eby Research Institute in Austin, Texas. His home page, at coldcure.com, displays a GIF of a rippling American flag and a photo of Okay, Cecil. Sixteen years ago, at the end of a himself holding a bottle of the zinc lozenges he sells. Zinc isn’t the only metal he’s taken column about whether zinc lozenges cure the an interest in; he also believes magnesium common cold, you wrote: “Today you don’t hear much about vitamin C as a cold cure. I’ll will cure depression. 2. Despite his lack of marquee cred, Eby bet you a jumbo box of Contac that the same and his zinc claims have been taken serithing happens to zinc.” Did you win the bet? ously by the medical research establishment. We’re left hanging here. —sbunny8, from By his own reckoning, as of 2010 there had Straight Dope Message Board been “14 double-blind, placebo-controlled, YOU WERE LEFT hanging because I was randomized clinical trials” of zinc cold cures, which “produced widely differing results left hanging—nobody took my bet. Too bad; I could have used that Contac. The zinc with . . . one-half showing success and the vs. colds controversy, while it hasn’t petered remainder showing failure.” 3. You or I might be discouraged by out altogether, hasn’t made much progress, results like that. Not Eby. He drew a disand is nowhere near a firm conclusion one tinction between ionic—that is, chemically way or another. reactive—zinc and chemically bound, nonBut you know me: I like to bring closure reactive zinc. His conclusion? We’ll get to to the great questions of our time. While that’s not easy in a field as squishy as medi- that. First an aside. 4. From what I can make out, the ioniccine, I’ve come up with a methodology to vs.-bound business arises largely from a get things off the dime. You’ve heard of drawback of ionic zinc: it tastes unbelievmeta-analysis? I take it to the next level: ably gross. (Remember: you’re supposed to meta-meta-analysis. hold the lozenges under your tongue.) My Meta-analysis may be crudely described as the study of studies. Meta-meta-analysis assistant Una, who has tried them—I assure is studying studies of studies. Meta-analysis you I didn’t put her up to this—offers the following testimony: “The kind with ionic uses sophisticated statistical techniques to

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zinc taste so dreadful I can’t use them due to nausea.” To improve the taste, many formulations on the market now bind the zinc to glycine or citric acid. As we’ll see, this may not be the best idea. 5. Mere experimentation having proven little, researchers then turned to meta-analysis and other methods of reviewing multiple studies. The idea, to oversimplify: trends not apparent in numerous small studies may jump out when the numbers are viewed in aggregate. Obvious problem: many small piles of crap pushed into one big one don’t thereby become research gold. Various techniques are used to winnow junk data, but the outcome can be like the late Bowl Championship Series: you can see what they were going for without necessarily buying the result. On to those reviews: 6. Caruso et al (2007) started with 105 zinc studies and pruned them down to 14 the team deemed scientifically valid. Conclusion: zinc lozenges and nasal sprays did nothing; zinc nasal gel couldn’t be ruled out. 7. Back to Eby. Based on his 2010 review of 14 studies (mostly the same ones; you’ll recall seven said aye, seven nay), he claimed the deciding factor was the proportion of ionic zinc: the more a given dose had relative to total zinc, the better it fought colds. Eby is (unsurprisingly) big on lozenges, but he thinks the ones using bound zinc, which include most of those currently out there, are worthless. Corollary, based on Una’s experience: for zinc to cure what ails you, it has to make you sick. 8. Hemilä (2011) looked at 13 of the studies—seven oui, six non. But Hemilä proposed his own explanatory variable: the

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“When the answers come, we will be open, transparent and forthcoming. We will remain in continuous communication with the family. For now, I hope the citizens of Savannah will join me in remaining calm and patient as authorities gather the facts.” • Police are investigating a shooting on the Southside that left a man in critical condition and a suspect being treated for a bite from a police canine. Paul Andrew Grause, 29, was transported to Memorial University Medical Center where he was listed in critical condition after the 4 p.m. shooting in a parking lot on the 200 block of Stephenson Avenue. Austin Tyler Todd, 24, was treated for injuries received when he was taken into custody by a K-9 officer during a search nearby. He has been charged with aggravated assault and obstruction.

Southside Precinct officers from the Savannah-Chatham Metropolitan Police Department, responded to the shooting to find Grause in a room at an adjacent motel. Witnesses saw a blue Ford Expedition speed away from the scene. The vehicle was found abandoned at a restaurant at Hodgson Memorial and Eisenhower. Three males walked away from it, one eastbound on Eisenhower and the two others, a black male and a white male in blue shorts, white T-shirt and blue cap, walked behind a building. A canine officer led police to an air conditioner behind a building where Todd was found hiding. The two other suspects continue to be sought.

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(1) Annual Bunyola “fiestas” on the Spanish island of Mallorca were canceled in September out of respect for an 18-year-old man who fatally hit his head after receiving an electric shock on a lamp post he was leaning against as he urinated at a street corner. (2) A 23-year-old medical student suffered a fatal heart attack in September while perusing a sex magazine as he attempted his fourth sperm donation in a week at a clinic at China’s Wuhan University. (3) A 15-yearold boy driving a “skid loader” on a farm near Lancaster, Pennsylvania, suffocated in August when the machine accidentally flipped him directly into a manure pit (the sixth such death locally since 1989, according to the Lancaster Intelligencer-Journal).

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There are plenty of bands who’ve have stuck it out for three decades. But only a handful who’ve stayed relevant the whole time. Shonen Knife is among the latter. Formed in 1981 in Osaka, Japan, by Naoko Yamano, her sister, and a friend, Shonen Knife—the name literally means “Boy Knife,” ironic for an all-girl outfit —gleefully kept the intersection of punk and pop busy and well-lit in three-minute chunks as the music world lurched from trend to trend in the meantime. Influencing rock icons like Kurt Cobain and Sonic Youth and in turn influenced by icons like Black Sabbath and Thin Lizzy, Shonen Knife’s kitschy, catchy tunes and lyrics—usually about innocuous, everyday things like bananas and candy and toys and pets—now seem tailor-made for a millennial generation raised on emojis and anime

and web video. Shonen Knife celebrates their discovery by a new generation with a long world tour. We spoke to founding member Naoko Yamano—the only original member in the trio—the night after the band’s 1000th show, in St. Paul, Minnesota. Tell us about the 1000th gig! Naoko: There were so many people in the audience and everybody congratulated us on the show. Their voices were very, very loud and we’re very happy about that! It seems like you have more college-age fans than ever. Naoko: Yes, especially last night! There were many young people, and also older ones too. Sometimes they took their children. When it’s an all ages show we have various kinds of ages. Sometimes people take their grandchildren!

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Young people are really discovering and enjoying ‘70s rock ‘n’ roll these days. Naoko: If so, I’m happy, because ‘70s music is very fresh. After rock ‘n’ roll was born, so many years have passed and the pattern of notes is limited. Many patterns have already appeared. But in the ‘70s everything was fresh. The ‘70s for me was very important, but it’s important for me to say I didn’t listen to ‘70s music in the ‘70s. I was too young. After I became an adult I started to listen to ‘70s rock and hard rock. The Ramones are such a big influence on Shonen Knife that you sometimes tour as a cover band called The Osaka Ramones. Naoko: The Ramones are very important for me. Basically I’m inspired by the Beatles and the Ramones. Generally I’m inspired by ‘60s music and girl groups. The Ramones wrote punk songs which were also very pop. I like the Buzzcocks too. The Buzzcocks are still on the road and still kicking ass. Naoko: Yes, I know! That’s great!

In America most rock ‘n’ roll is about love and romance and sex. But your songs are about very innocent things. Is Japanese culture just more conservative about love and sex and less likely to talk about it? Naoko: Hmm … Japanese culture is more conservative, but in folk songs and major music songs most all bands in Japan write songs about love and romance. Sometimes underground bands will write and play songs about social problems or something. I just want to make people happy. And I write about my favorite things. I’m ashamed to write about love! But if I fall in love I would write love songs! Japanese pop music is written with Japanese lyrics. So the phonics are very different. Japanese is very much like this, “Ko-Jo-GiSo.” One sound has one note. But in English it’s “Hello, everybody.” It’s—how would you call it—a wavy language. Japanese music has a melody line more suitable to the Japanese language. American or British rock ‘n’ roll is more smooth.

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Naoko: I didn’t have any concept that we were an all-girl band. I just wanted to form a band with friends and my sister. I am very shy and I can’t go onstage with unknown people. Usually I’m shy, but once onstage not so shy! This is a huge tour for you. What’s afterward? More touring? Another record? Naoko: This tour will go home to Japan at the end of October, and we have a plan to go to India in November. We’re getting visas now! The naan must be very delicious. I bet next you’ll write a song about naan. Naoko: Naan is always my favorite.

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Talking with… Teddy Adams Savannah Jazz Fest honoree performs Saturday night By Orlando Montoya savannahpodcast.com

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Savannah trombonist Teddy Adams just finished the first draft of a book chronicling his career in jazz. And there’s a chapter in it called “Conversations.” “There’s a lot of trivia in there that I’ve gotten from guys who really knew what they were talking about,” Adams says. “I have no reason to doubt what they were telling me.” Can you call that a tease? Adams is one of the city’s leading lights of jazz. And his stories about his times playing with Art Blakey, Abbey Lincoln, Clark Terry and many other jazz legends will fill a volume, no doubt. But, when I talked with him recently about this year’s Savannah Jazz Festival, I found that he’s most passionate when he talks about things closer to home. Musicians here today. West Broad Street when it was the hotbed of the city’s AfricanAmerican culture. And that long stretch of time when he was in the Air Force, away from Savannah, and the jazz here just died. Many jazz clubs closed in the 1960’s and 1970’s. “I never understood the demise of the music,” Adams says. “A lot of the same people that I grew up with that appreciated jazz were still living here.” But thanks to his persistence and that of the late, great Savannah icon Ben Tucker, jazz music started returning to local stages in the 1980’s. The revival began with conversations Adams and Tucker had when Adams returned from a long military stint in Japan and Tucker was running WSOK radio. “The musicians were here,” Adams 22 says. “All we had to do was arouse or

tweak the support of the people who were already here.” Of course, jazz clubs will come and go. There’s apparently a new one coming (again) to Broughton Street, “Good Times.” I saw the sign being raised last week. But the festival is constant. This year’s 33rd annual festival will

feature a Friday performance by Rene Marie, one of the most original singers in jazz today. “She found her own voice,” Adams says. “Even when she does standards or songs you’ve heard before, she has a way of rendering them a little differently.” John Faddis, the trumpeter, educator and

protégé of Dizzy Gillespie, will play with the Savannah Jazz Orchestra on Saturday night. And Thursday blues night will host a vocalist who’s been showing up on shortlists of the best blues musicians out there today, Shemekia Copeland. Adams praised the singers scheduled to get up on the Forsyth Park stage. But his attitude toward singers more generally is typical of many instrumentalists. “I’m tolerant of them,” Adams says. “Musicians like instruments and like playing. Therefore, when I tell you I like a singer, that singer is very, very special.” His favorite singer is Aretha Franklin. I wasn’t expecting that answer. And I wasn’t expecting his response when we were wrapping up and I suggested listeners “have fun” at the festival because “jazz is not serious, jazz is not a public television education series.” Those were inelegant words. Of course, Adams takes his art very seriously. And actually, “Jazz” is a PBS series, by Ken Burns. But my offhand remark led us into a conversation about the relative ease or difficulty of liking jazz, something that’s been a joy in my life since I started my radio career in 1995 at jazz radio WUCF in Orlando, Fla. “Serious jazz requires an effort. And that’s an effort that a lot of people don’t want to put forth. And I’m sorry about that,” Adams says. “But the musicians are not going to sacrifice the artistry and the creativity of the music for the sake of the listener.” I appreciate that. And you appreciate that. But I’m telling you anyway, have fun! cs

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➜➜Les Racquet @Barrelhouse South THIS LIVELY Brooklyn-based trio with quasi-local roots is known for their dynamic live shows —which given their work rate and tour schedule have become comparatively rare and highly-anticipated events around here, despite their longtime ties to our area. Their sophisticated but party-ready sound features jazz/reggae syncopation and tight but warm harmonies. This isn’t the first time the boys have played Barrelhouse South, but what’s new this time around is that they will debut some brand-new material in an effort to perfect the tracks for an upcoming recording session. “This August we spent some time in Maine,” reports Les Racquet drummer Daniel Malone. “We were able to write ten new songs in as many days.” After recording some demos, Malone says, the songs will now face further honing in front of live audiences. “We’re excited to record after we have evolved the new songs some,” he says. “We find that feedback from fans and experience playing the tunes does wonders to song form, harmonic motion and overall flow, so this time we decided to let the songs grow and evolve on tour with us before bringing them into the studio.” American Mannequins opens. Thursday, Sept. 25, 11 p.m., $10

➜➜The Accomplices/Waits & Co. @The Jinx AMERICANA FANS are in for quite a treat this weekend. Sandwiched between gigs in Athens and at the Gram Parsons Festival in Waycross, local faves The Accomplices (pictured) find time for a homecoming of sorts at the Jinx. They remain one of the most beloved local acts, with a warm and spirited take on bluegrass/newgrass. A particularly endearing sweetness shines through, particularly in the lead vocals of Zach Smith and the tasteful fiddle of Colleen Heine. Their sophomore effort, A Truck, A Train, An Old Dump Pile, has quickly become an essential part of the Savannah music canon. Technically they’re opening for another favorite local roots music combo, Waits & Co. But the uber-talented Jon Waits is quick to tell us, “We’re calling this show a doublebill as opposed to one band opening for the other. This is the first time our bands have shared the same stage, so all of us are really excited.” And yes, expect some acoustic fireworks as the bands join forces for a couple of closing numbers together. Friday, Sept. 26, 10 p.m., $5

POOLER IS exploding, if you haven’t noticed, and one of its newest nightlife additions is a Wild Wing Café. They’re blowing out the grand opening with a series of live bookings, chief among them in our view being Cranford Hollow this Friday. (If you’re getting a bit of déjà vu, that might be because the band has performed at the Wild Wing in City Market.) While this South Carolina ensemble, led by frontman John Cranford, has no doubt profited from the hipster-driven resurgence in Americana, they proudly fly the old-school banner of Southern rock—and not in an ironic fashion. Their sound is one part Allmans, one part Mumfords (indeed, they changed their name from Cranford & Sons to avoid comparisons), and one part Charlie Daniels, courtesy of the powerful, driving fiddle work of Eric “Thunder” Reid. Friday, Sept. 26

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More than an art form, West African dance and drum is about celebrating life By Jessica Leigh Lebos jll@connectsavannah.com

SEP 24-30, 2014

To those who have heard it before, the sound is unmistakable: Rinka-dadink-dink-da-dink-dink-dink! Slapped out sharply on a djembe—a round drum played with the hands—the clipped notes signal that the West African rhythm kuku is about to begin. It also means you’d best be ready to dance: Kuku means celebration, and it’s hard to keep your feet and hips still as the drummers launch into its full-speed glory. Especially when it’s accompanied by the ka-doon-chuk-chuk! booming from a barrelshaped dundun drum under mallets the size of hammers. The dances and drum rhythms of West Africa have been moving people for thousands of years, and the tradition’s simple choreography and joyful spirit continue to find their way around the world. In many U.S. cities, master teachers from Guinea, Ghana and Senegal make their livings leading classes for diverse audiences who are seeking a way to connect with their communities and their own bodies. “It’s fun, it’s enjoyable, and anyone can do this,” avows Weslyn “Lady Mahogany” Bowers, a Savannah dance teacher, activist and radio personality at 94.1 “The Beat” WQBT. “African dance is for everybody—black, white, young, old. It’s about gathering and celebrating life.” Mahogany hopes to see a colorful cross section of Savannah’s community when she hosts a West African Dance Workshop this Sunday, Sept. 28 at the W.W. Law Center on Savannah’s eastside. Essential to any successful West African dance class is the presence of the aforementioned live drumming. At Sunday’s workshop, longtime local rhythmic presence Abu Majied Major and his son, Yusuf, will lead 26 on djembe and dundun. Major—who goes

Lady Mahogany Bowers (above) carries on the traditions that she learned from community elders like Lillian Grant-Baptiste (below.) Photos by Jon Waits/@jwaitsphoto

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by Majiedâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;would like to introduce more young people to the benefits of playing African rhythms. â&#x20AC;&#x153;When you drum, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not only about the syncopation,â&#x20AC;? describes Majied, who has studied with renowned African drummer Roland Jackson and performs regularly at area Gullah festivals. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There are all of these other things: You learn how to be social. You learn timing. You learn how to observe.â&#x20AC;? Most importantly, he says, African drumming fosters the sense of harmony so many human beings are seeking in a fractured world. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t just teach unityâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;you feel it.â&#x20AC;? Savannahâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s African-American heritage and vibrant creative community are fertile ground for a grand drum and dance gathering, and the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s history as one of Americaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s busiest posts of the African slave trade holds a particular significance. Some suggest that dancing and drumming together can be a way to mitigate and process the painful circumstances that brought the rhythms to these shores in the first place. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The African history of Savannah is everybodyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s history,â&#x20AC;? reminds Lillian GrantBaptiste, a consultant, educator and storyteller who can often be found performing at local libraries and festivals. â&#x20AC;&#x153;These traditions of dancing and drumming took place at weddings, at funerals, for rites of passage. This is more than an art form, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a way of life.â&#x20AC;? Grant-Baptiste points out that while the Lowcountryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Gullah communities managed to preserve some African traditions, most enslaved people were unable to pass on the rhythms of their ancestral homeland. Yet she notes that familiar influences can be heard in the ring shouts of black churches and among isolated communities like Harris Neck in McIntosh County, where elders can trace childhood lullabies to a specific village in Sierra Leone. â&#x20AC;&#x153;In a sense, these rhythms are a path from past to present,â&#x20AC;? she muses, adding that forms of dance including step, hip hop and even swing all hearken back to Africa. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s on this path that Mahogany invites all those who enjoy movement to join her. Part of the powerful faction of young women who made up the Sankofa dance troupe of the 1990s, Mahogany studied with Samba Diallo, a former member of the National Ballet of CĂ´te dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Ivoire who now teaches in Atlanta. (Sankofa Dance Theatre continues to host African dance classes, as does Sankofa alum Muriel Miller at her studio, Abeni Cultural Arts.) After graduating from Savannah Arts Academy, Mahogany also went on to tour

as a backup dancer with BeyoncĂŠ and Janet Jackson before coming home to Savannah. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The whole premise of Sankofa is â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;go back and fetch it,â&#x20AC;&#x2122; meaning returning to the source, to our origins,â&#x20AC;? she explains. She professes gratitude to community elders like Grant-Baptiste for instilling the importance of tradition and community, and says it is their work that inspired her to return to her old neighborhood to help a

new generation. (Part of the proceeds from Sundayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s workshop will go to Blessings in a Bookbag, the non-profit Mahogany founded to send hungry schoolkids home with food for the weekend.) â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m supposed to be the person who stays put,â&#x20AC;? she affirms, just as a sound bite from kukuâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s signature rinka-dink-dink floats past. She begins to sway her hips, cowry shell belt jangling, then catches herself and grins.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Well, maybe not stay put, but you know what I mean.â&#x20AC;? cs West African Dance with Lady Mahogany When: 2-5 p.m. Sun., Sept. 28; 2 p.m. kids, 3:30 p.m. adults Where: W.W. Law Center, 909 E. Bolton Street Cost: $20 (includes box lunch, proceeds benefit Blessings in a Bookbag) Info: 912.631.8983 or gottadoitforthekids@gmail.com

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Art mag from SCAD grads is making waves By Lauren Flotte artrisesavannah.org

SEP 24-30, 2014

Finding your roots often is a process of rediscovery. For Aint-Bad Magazine, a publication based in Savannah that celebrates contemporary photography from artists across the globe, it took three years and seven issues to discover that their home is where it all began. In 2011, five SCAD photography students started Aint-Bad. Current editors Taylor Curry and Carson Sanders are the only founders still involved with the magazine. They run it along with fellow editor, Dr. Lisa J. Young, and six editorial assistants and writers. This Friday they will host a reception for Issue 8, “The American South,” which explores the landscape and culture of the region that has always grounded the

publication. Over the past three years, Aint-Bad has grown from editions of 100 copies to 700 copies for Issue 8, half of which are already pre-ordered prior to the issue’s release. Recently, they launched Aint-Bad Editions, which offers limited-edition photographic prints and books in their online store. Throughout this expansion, the original editors have scattered across the country, even living overseas. In the past year, Curry and Sanders both found themselves back in Savannah, solidifying operations here. “In a sense we’ve always been based out of Savannah. We told ourselves we were based all over but we always held onto the Savannah home base,” says Sanders. This realization inspired the theme of Issue 8. It examines the South from a contemporary perspective while addressing the region’s history. “The South was defined a long time ago. Speaking historically and specifically photographic history, the FSA—all the photographers that came through the South in the 20’s and 30’s, it’s still what people today think of the South. We were very curious as to who else besides ourselves is making imagery in the South and what it looks like,” Sanders says. From this curiosity was born a visual and written exploration. The issue contains photo essays —all photographed in the South— from 14 photographers, each with an artist statement, plus interviews with four of the artists, an essay and a foreword from the editors.

Sara Marcel, Rainbow Bull Rider, Houston, TX from her series ‘Rodeo Texas’

Brandon Thibodeaux, ‘Mississippi 662’, Duncan, MS, 2012 from his series, ‘When Morning Comes’ “With Issue 8 we started interviews, which I was very adamant about. It causes the reader to spend more time with the publication. Not just spend 10 minutes flipping through it,” Sanders says.

The content of the issue is rich; finding beauty in both the Southern landscape and complex issues that its residents face. It both affirms the images created nearly 90 years ago by FSA photographers, and exposes the vastly more complex story that has emerged

Ashley Jones, 340 Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, Savannah, GA, 2012 from her series, ‘Frogtown to Victory’

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since. “Issue 9 is back to our roots of the world. The release of “The American South” The idea of the catalogue, the archive, is includes a traveling exhibition of images what it is really going to be about,” Curry selected from the numerous submissions says. for the issue. In June, a selection of the work They are also embracing change. The pubwas exhibited as part of the Atlanta Conlication will be going bi-annual, but gaining temporary Art Center’s 9/50 Southeast in pages and content. Arts Presenter’s Summit. From there, the “With Issue 9 we’re not going to publish exhibition moved to the Morris Museum of whole bodies of work as we have in the past. Art in Augusta and will be on display until Its going to be more one hit wonders from a Oct. 26. few hundred artists,” Sanders says. The next event in conjunction with the Considering their original audience and issue will be the Launch Party in Savannah pool of submissions was primarily from on September 26 at Oglethorpe Gallery. Savannah, it would have been logical to docAt the event, attendees can purchase the ument the region earlier in the publication’s current issue as well as available back issues history, but Sanders sees now as the perfect while feasting on a visual inundation of moment. photographs. “It’s very important that we took the time “We really liked the idea of filling every to learn about photography, our publication, inch of wall space with images. Plus, this ourselves, our business and then come back gives the viewer a much broader sense of the because if we are going to do the South, we American South,” Sanders says. need to do it justice and Issue 2 would not To complete the loop through Georgia, have done it justice. I really feel proud that the exhibition will go back to Atlanta at the this is the issue on the American South.” cs Dashboard Co-Op through the end of the year as part of the Atlanta Celebrates PhoAint-Bad Launch Party tography Festival. When: 5-9 p.m, Friday Sept. 26, 20 E.schedule Broughton St • Oglethorpe 912.236.5464 Despite the extensive surround- Where: Gallery, 406 E. Oglethorpe Ave.. ing Sun-Wed Issue 8, the 5pm-12am editors’ minds•are already 5pm-2:30am Info: aintbadmagazine.com Thurs-Sat • themiragesavannah.com immersed in the next issue.

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Owner Nichols applauds Mammina’s efforts and supports his choices. “Ben’s done an amazing job. I hear people all the time tell me we have the best tap list in Savannah. He’s constantly researching new beers, tap equipment and he keeps it fresh” said Nichols. The Crystal Beer Parlor held six events during Savannah Craft Beer Week, hosting tap takeovers and special tastings with the likes of Samuel Adams, Highland and Eagle Creek. The Victory Brewing Co. night in particular was a big success. “It was huge. We had prizes and we were packed to the gills by 7:30 that night,” recalled Mammina. But you don’t have to wait for Craft Beer Week to find special beers on tap. On a recent Wednesday afternoon, the 26 available kegs included a hard-to-find sour peach weiss, a spicy saison, a pumpkin stout and sweet brown ale. That variety is what makes

the Crystal Beer Parlor an outstanding option for a drink in downtown Savannah. However, even with the strong emphasis on craft beer, the Crystal Beer Parlor maintains its commitment to being a family-friendly restaurant first. The beercomplementing crab stew, fries, onion rings, and, of course, hamburgers have been on the menu since the beginning, while the adventurous avocado hummus is a much newer addition. “We are a restaurant with a bar—not the other way around. You can come here and have some of the newest beers and still feed the family” said Nichols. The Crystal Beer Parlor is a true slice of Savannah history. The archival photographs on the wall and vintage menu billboards tell of the venue’s past, but the efforts of Nichols and Mammina are setting a fresh table for the restaurant’s future.

John Nichols and Ben Mammina are proud of what they’re accomplishing at the Crystal Beer Parlor. The owner and bar manager, respectively, are breathing new life into Savannah’s second oldest restaurant by emphasizing delicious craft beers alongside what Nichols describes as “American fare with a bit of a twist.” All the while, the team works to remain true to the aesthetic that has kept the Crystal Beer Parlor a local favorite for over 80 years. Unfortunately, the hamburgers are no longer thirty cents each like they were in 1933 when the Crystal Beer Parlor served as a rough-and-tumble men’s club. However, those juicy burgers are still on the menu, as is the cold draft beer you’d expect from the businesses’ name. One significant difference between then and now is the diversity of beer that is available. Mammina joined the Crystal Beer Parlor team as a bartender and worked his way up to bar manager, where he sought to revitalize the tap list with exciting options from around the country. “In terms of forecasting the menu, I try to stay on top of trends, but it’s also a matter of what I like,” said Mammina. He’s made a point of devoting several handles to beers brewed within Georgia’s state lines and that includes many from right here in Savannah. Supporting those local breweries is important to the Mammina. “We have great beers at our fingertips, with the same if not better quality available right here in Georgia,” said Mammina. He’s particularly excited about beers coming from Decatur’s Belgian-influenced Three Taverns and Athens’ Creature Comforts breweries. Alongside those fresh new selections, the bar also features a small grouping of heritage ales and lagers that they refer to as the “Beers of Our Fathers.” That set includes names you may not have heard recently like Genesee Cream Ale, Iron City, Lone Star Ben Mammina and John Nichols of the Crystal Beer Parlor. Photo by Lee Heidel and Dixie.

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Maggie Evans: Status — Savannah based artist

Maggie Evans creates paintings and drawings that depict uniform rows of chairs and nondescript apartment buildings. SCAD Museum of Art, 601 Turner Blvd.

Aint-Bad Magazine reception — Locally based

Aint-Bad Magazine reveals its eighth issue, “The American South,” featuring photos from various photographers that convey the spirit of the South. Fri., Sep. 26, 5 p.m. Oglethorpe Gallery, 406 E. Oglethorpe Ave.

Ornaments and Keepsakes: Memories in Adornment, 1780-1885 — From now through December,

the Georgia Historical Society is offering an exhibit on 18th and 19th century jewelry. Features several pieces from the GHS collection including brooches, mourning pendants, and pocket watches dating from 1780-1885. In the Georgia Historical Society Research Center located in Hodgson Hall and is open to the public during regular hours. Georgia Historical Society, 501 Whitaker St.

Grain Fed — Recent large scale drawings

by local artist Mary Hartman. She brings us her large scale pastel and charcoal drawings on wood panels utilizing her well known expressive style. Closing Reception Friday, Sep. 26, 6-8 pm. Gallery Espresso, 234 Bull St.

Oden — Garrett Odenwald uses geometric forms to create sculptural metal furniture and drawings that are both simple and complex representations of geo-abstractions. Reception Oct. 3 6-9 p.m. Art Rise Savannah, 2427 Desoto Ave.

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University’s Betty Foy Sanders Department of Art visual art scholarship and award recipients. Awardees D’Antre Harris, Brittni Favorite, Emily Oren, Ruth Patel, Ray Pettit, Claudia Furlow and Whitney Reddish will be featured. September 1 through 26 with a closing reception 6-8pm Friday, Sept 26. Blick Art Materials, 318 East Broughton St.

SCAD Art Sale — Thu., Sep. 25, noon. May Poetter Gallery (SCAD), 342 Bull St. SCAD Gallery Hop — Free shuttles will run

among four SCAD galleries and the SCAD Museum of Art. Each location has a reception for a new exhibition. SCAD Museum of Art, Pinnacle Gallery, Gutstein Gallery, May Poetter Gallery, Alexander Hall Gallery. Free and open to the public. Thu., Sep. 25, 6-7:30 p.m. scad.edu.

Continuing Exhibits Carrie Moyer: Pirate Jenny — Moyer combines

her interests in graphic design and painting in works that featured imagery from 1960s protest graphics, challenging divisions between abstract art and political content. SCAD Museum of Art, 601 Turner Blvd.

Cloth, Color & Creativity — The Savannah Quilt Guild presents an exhibition featuring over 70 handmade quilted works by 36 members of the Guild. Exhibited items range from free form and contemporary art quilts and clothing to traditional pieces inspired by patterns and methods dating back hundreds of years. Guided tours and demonstrations will accompany the show on four consecutive Wednesdays starting September 24 from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Demonstration topics include: September 24, Enhancing Your Quilts with Machine Embroidery; October 1, Building Confidence in Your Fabric Selection; October 8, Art Quilts; and October 15, Embellishments. Cultural Arts Gallery, 9 W. Henry St. From Under the Southern Cross: the People and Patterns of Argentina — A student international

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Li Hui: Halcyon Fracture — The installation, marking the artist’s first major solo exhibition in the U.S., will feature a site-specific installation titled “Halcyon Fracture.” SCAD Museum of Art, 601 Turner Blvd.

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Miller and jewelry artist Kristen Baird will have their work on display at the gallery all month long. Gallery 209, 209 E River St.

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ated from 1927 to 1966, the featured paintings, drawings, sculptures and prints illustrate major artistic and cultural developments explored during this pivotal period in modern art. SCAD Museum of Art, 601 Turner Blvd. Veiled Horizons — New abstract paintings by Cheralynn Johnston and William Ruller. Through Oct. 3. Non-Fiction Gallery, 1522 Bull St. Whitfield Lovell: Deep River — Lovell’s art pays tribute to the lives of anonymous African Americans and explores passage, memory, and the search for freedom. Jepson Center for the Arts, 207 West York St.

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Library of Congress, and Telfair Museums’ collection, Port City tells the story of the Savannah riverfront as depicted by artists in prints, drawings, paintings, and photographs from the 1730s to the present. Jepson Center for the Arts, 207 West York St.

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promotions planned for the next year as well, so hopefully folks will take advantage of the opportunity to enjoy all sorts of memorable good times, while helping Keith’s family with a really difficult situation that is both out of their control and much more than they can handle on their own,” Reed concludes. We talked to Keith late last week.

By Jim Morekis jim@connectsavannah.com

KEITH KOZEL is best-known to his many fans around town as kinetic frontman of the epic glam-psycho-metal outfit GAM and member of sludge/stoner guitar army Superhorse. But to his friends and family, he’s known simply as one of the most genuine and creative people they’ve ever known. Kozel has given his all to Savannah’s arts and music community, and now he needs our help. He is diagnosed with a rare kidney disorder which will prove an incredibly daunting financial challenge. His Superhorse bandmate and longtime buddy Jim Reed is helping organize fundraising efforts, chief among them this Saturday’s benefit screening of Pee-wee’s Big Adventure at the Lucas. “The movie’s about a one-of-a-kind person who’s blessed with an almost supernatural amount of creativity, and driven to express themselves. That’s essentially how I see Keith!” exclaims Reed. The amount of money Kozel must accumulate to receive a transplant and permanent aftercare “is, quite simply, massive,” Reed says. “Our current online fundraising drive and this Lucas screening are just the first stage of a multi-faceted charitable campaign that will likely be in full swing for between one and two years.” For now, Reed says, in addition to benefit events, they hope to raise $35,000 online by the end of October at Kozel’s Give Forward page at www.giveforward.com

1. Keith, what’s the medical snapshot of your health and what’s the sense of urgency right now?

Both of my kidneys are failing. I could go on dialysis any day. I’ve been struggling with MPGN (type 2) for about five years now, trying a couple of treatments, but to no avail. In fact, the function of my kidneys has degenerated at a pace twice as fast as was originally expected.

2. Where is the fundraising most needed?

Keith Kozel with one of his favorite things. Photo by Geoff L. Johnson “We’re told that should be enough to allow his name to be added to the kidney transplant waiting list, and to start covering his substantial share of dialysis and medication costs,” he says. “We have a ton of other very cool and unique benefit events and fundraising

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A Walk Among The Tombstones Filmgoers interested in seeing a solid thriller in which a magnetic movie star plays a taciturn loner who excels at making life miserable for unrepentant scumbags -- well, they’ll have to wait a few more days until The Equalizer opens. In the meantime, they’re welcome to cut their teeth on A Walk Among the Tombstones. An adaptation of one of author Lawrence Block’s countless novels featuring the character of Matt Scudder -- it’s only the second Scudder saga to hit the screen, following 1986’s 8 Million Ways to Die (with Jeff Bridges essaying the role) -- Tombstones certainly isn’t bad, and it will make an excellent Netflix streaming option on some chilly Saturday night in the near future. Its chief draw is, of course, Liam Neeson, who seems perfectly content turning down tony films like Lincoln in order to play variations on a gravel-voiced man of action. Here, he lends his usual conviction to the project, playing an unlicensed private detective who reluctantly agrees to an assignment submitted by a drug trafficker named Kenny Kristo (Dan Stevens). Kristo’s wife had been kidnapped by two men, and even after he paid the ransom, she was tortured and killed anyway. Now he wants Scudder to locate the psychos so he can exact his revenge, but as Scudder investigates, he learns that this goes deeper than just one murder. Hotshot scripter Scott Frank (Minority Report, Get Shorty, Dead Again) also doubles as director on this film, and he errs by wallowing in the horrific deeds being committed against the various female

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victims (sample atrocity: breasts being sliced off bodies). This adds a queasy level to the picture that it never quite shakes, and unlike past Neeson actioners in which he’s providing catharsis by bloodily dispatching of evildoers every couple of scenes, this is a slow-burn of a film that doesn’t provide much relief until late in the game -- and then proceeds to botch that with an illogical and unsatisfying denouement. Still, Neeson’s gumshoe routine is interesting to track, and the relationship between Scudder and a homeless kid (Earth to Echo’s Brian “Astro” Bradley) who becomes his unofficial sidekick is nicely handled. A Walk Among the Tombstones may not be prime Neeson, but it’s confident enough and competent enough to warrant another Matt Scudder adventure squeezed in between further Taken sequels.

THIS IS WHERE I LEAVE YOU

OP The new seriocomedy This Is Where I Leave You is packed to the rafters with insufferable characters, and the youngest of these offenders is a small tyke who’s always shown sitting on his portable toilet trying to poop. This leads to the sort of bodily-function gags that are always a telltale sign of screenwriter desperation, but one moment stands apart with its brutal honesty. After proudly doing his duty -- or should that be doody? -- the kid flings said contraption, contents and all, at one of the grownups. This, in a nutshell, defines This continues on p. 34

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Is Where I Leave You, a wretched film that spends 104 minutes gleefully hurling crap at audience members. This is one of those works programmed to make audiences alternately laugh and cry -- and since nothing is too shameless for this film, one character even instructs another to “laugh or cry” ... twice. Jason Bateman handles the leading role of Judd Altman, who learns that his father has died around the same time he also learns that his wife Quinn (Abigail Spencer) has been sleeping with his boss Wade (Dax Shepard), the obnoxious host of a he-man radio show. And how does Judd discover his wife’s infidelity? By coming home early on her birthday and finding the pair in bed together. The fact that a wife might not think that her husband just might decide to surprise her on her birthday is the sort of dunderheaded plot idiocy that is repeated throughout this film. Judd returns home for his pop’s funeral. There, he and his siblings -- happy mother but unhappy wife Wendy (Tina Fey), obnoxious man-child Phillip (Adam Driver) and nondescript entity Paul (Corey Stoll) -are basically forced by their eccentric mom Hillary ( Jane Fonda) to hang around the house for a whole week. Other characters are bussed in at a rapid clip: Paul’s wife Alice (Kathryn Hahn) fumes because she wants a baby; Wendy’s former boyfriend Horry (Timothy Olyphant, sporting a hideous haircut that’s banned in 16 states) doesn’t let his head injury stop him from making wry asides; hometown girl Penny (Rose Byrne) still nurses a high school crush on Judd; and Rabbi Grodner (Ben Schwartz) is upset that everyone refers to him as “Boner” (don’t ask, don’t tell). This Is Where I Leave You clearly isn’t lacking in star power, although it’s depressing to see so many fine talents cast adrift in such a puerile exercise. Bateman and Driver are playing to their strengths, so they coast by, and Connie Britton nabs a few strong scenes as Phillip’s infinitely more mature girlfriend. But Fey, one of our best and brightest comediennes, has to work hard to make something out of her flailing character, and while it would be nice to say it’s great to see Fonda on the screen again, the truth is that her comeback (begun in 2005 after a 15-year absence) has mainly consisted of playing irritating matriarchs in duds like Monster-in-Law, Georgia Rule and now this.

FRANK

OOO The band’s name is Soronprfbs, and 34 it might be the most unpronounceable

moniker since Mr. Mxyzptlk first hit the scene to vex Superman on the DC Comics landscape. Its frontman is Frank, who’s declared a genius by everyone around him in spite of—or should that be because of?— the fact that he wears a giant papier mache head which he never removes. And its newest member is Jon, a singularly untalented individual whose presence comes to feel like that isolated witches burr that has strategically placed itself underneath an occupied sleeping bag. The movie is Frank, named after its most intriguing character. Played by Michael Fassbender, he’s patterned after Frank Sidebottom, the personage created by the late British comedian Chris Sievey. Jon (Domhnall Gleeson), meanwhile, might as well be a modern-day incarnation of Salieri, the mediocre court composer who lived in the shadow of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (at least in 1984’s Oscar-winning Amadeus). But whereas Salieri was jealous and resentful, Jon seeks only to help Frank take his music to the masses. Jon, who fancies himself a songwriter (among his discarded attempts: “Lady in the red coat, what have you got in that bag? Lady in the blue coat, do you know the lady in the red coat?”), first meets the members of Soronprfbs when they pop up in his Irish burg and immediately lose their keyboardist to a bout of madness. “I play the keyboard,” Jon tells the group’s manager Don (Scoot McNairy), and just like that, he’s with the band. Don’s friendly enough toward him (although Jon balks when Don informs him that he did a stint in a mental hospital), but the others—a snarling experimental musician named Clara (Maggie Gyllenhaal) and French rockers Baraque (Francois Civil) and Nana (Carla Azar)—clearly don’t like him. As for Frank, he doesn’t speak to Jon at first, but once he does, he finds much to appreciate. For his part, Jon feels that Soronprfbs can make it big, and he does everything he can to bring exposure to the band, from keeping busy with Twitter and YouTube posts to booking them at the South By Southwest Festival. Frank is a film of questions, not answers. Is Frank really a genius or just a guy with serious mental issues? Does madness aid in the creation of art, as people are romantically inclined to believe, or is it actually a stifling factor? Can even the most outré of creative expressions be sanitized and commercialized? And should everyone really be given a crack at the big time, or are some artists meant to wallow in anonymity from cradle to grave?

As Frank, Fassbender must act without his facial expressions, a daunting task for any actor. Yet even donning that gargantuan fake head, he carves out a complete characterization, employing his body expressions to expose how this man moves, feels, analyzes. It’s a fascinating turn that has already earned numerous rave reviews, and if these accolades don’t give the actor a big head, nothing will.

THE DROP

OOO Hollywood heavyweights have had such a blast bringing Dennis Lehane novels to the screen that it’s no surprise the author himself has elected to get in on the good times. In the wake of Clint Eastwood’s Mystic River, Martin Scorsese’s Shutter Island and—the best of the bunch—Ben Affleck’s Gone Baby Gone comes The Drop, with Lehane adapting his own short story “Animal Rescue.” With Lehane’s screenplay firmly in hand, director Michael R. Roskam (Belgium’s Oscar-nominated Bullhead) makes his U.S. debut with confidence and style, helping turn what could have been just another formula crime flick into something exciting and even unpredictable. The title refers to the small joint that used to be owned by Marv ( James Gandolfini) until the Chechens showed up and took over everything. Once an important figure around the hood, Marv now has been reduced to middleman status, running the bar and nothing else. His most loyal employee is his cousin Bob (Tom Hardy), a sensitive sort who works there as a bartender. Tom’s basically a loner, but his single status ends up taking a severe hit on two fronts: Nadia (Noomi Rapace), a street-smart neighbor who slowly warms up to him, and Rocco, the adorable pitbull puppy that he finds inside a trash can, beaten and abandoned. But these glimpses of normalcy and domesticity are compromised by the sudden presence of Eric Deeds (Matthias Schoenaerts), a possible psycho making claims on both Nadia and Rocco. And if Eric’s devious machinations aren’t enough, Tom also has to contend with the aftermath of a holdup at the bar, with the Chechens insisting that Tom and Marv find and return the missing money ... or else. Roskam’s gritty direction and Lehane’s incident-packed script are both noteworthy, yet what truly sells The Drop are the sterling performances from all involved. The part of Eric Deeds lends itself to the casting of a physically imposing individual, yet Roskam

cannily cast his Bullhead star in the role, with Schoenaerts justifying his selection by employing his delicate features, soft voice and milky eyes to unsettling effect. Rapace, she of The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo and Prometheus, adds to her gallery of tough yet bruised survivors with another effective performance here. Hardy anchors the film with a compelling turn that’s equal parts coiled tension and sincere soulfulness. But let’s save the last word for Gandolfini, who passed away in June 2013 with two films still awaiting release. The lovely Enough Said hit theaters last fall, meaning that The Drop stands as his final big-screen appearance. He’s excellent in the picture, and considering he’s best known for his work on TV’s The Sopranos, it’s fitting that he makes his swan song with another piece of crime time programming.

THE NOVEMBER MAN

OO It was in 2002 that the spy trade became a young man’s game. While Pierce Brosnan was making his final appearance as James Bond in the roundly, soundly ridiculed Die Another Day, Vin Diesel came roaring to the front with xXx and Matt Damon did even better by kicking off the successful Jason Bourne franchise with The Bourne Identity. But the older agents weren’t quite ready to throw in the towel. Daniel Craig reenergized the Bond stock with 2006’s Casino Royale, Gary Oldman picked up a Best Actor Oscar nomination for 2011’s Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy, and the late Philip Seymour Hoffman commanded attention in this summer’s A Most Wanted Man. And now here’s Brosnan, the former Bond himself, back in the saddle again at the age of 61, showing he’s still got what it takes by engaging in espionage activities in The November Man. It’s a pet project for the actor—he’s been trying to bring the late Bill Granger’s novel to the screen for almost a decade, and he receives an executive producer credit. Brosnan’s Peter Devereaux is a CIA operative who quits the agency after his eagerbeaver young partner David Mason (Luke Bracey) accidentally kills a little boy during one of their missions. A CIA superior (Bill Smitrovich) shows up with an assignment, one that leads to Devereaux spring back into action. It also leads to him subsequently protecting a woman (Olga Kurylenko) who’s being sought by the CIA as well as a Russian politico (Lazar Ristovski). Once the double-crosses begin, Devereaux ends up on the run from everyone; that includes Mason,

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THE GIVER

OO An adaptation of Lois Lowry’s awardwinning novel, The Giver might be one of the best films of the year ... were the year 1996. As it stands, it’s merely the latest in the recent deluge of movies based on popular Young Adult titles, and it hardly stands at the head of the class. The Giver takes place in a future world in which everyone is the same and there’s no hunger or war but also no love or music or even color (the early portion of the film is in black and white). The Receiver of Memories ( Jeff Bridges) is the only one who knows about the past, and he’s instructed by the Chief Elder (Meryl Streep) to pass his memories on to a new Receiver, a teen named Jonas (Brenton Thwaites). Now referring to himself as The Giver, the old man hopes that his young charge will use the memories as a springboard to a conscious awakening and rediscover what it truly means to be human. Lowry’s 1993 book has long been heralded as an essential read for middle school kids, and for 18 years, Bridges had been interested in bringing it to the screen. It’s a shame no one would finance the project back in the day, when it might have stood a better chance of distinguishing itself in a pre-Harry Potter/Hunger Games era. Now it feels like a knockoff of this past spring’s Divergent, which, on the literary front, came long after Lowry’s brainchild. cs

TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES

OP There’s a moment late in Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles when one of our shell-stocked heroes woos plucky reporter April O’Neil (Megan Fox) by playing the song “Happy Together.” The joke, of course, is that the group behind that classic song was The Turtles, but this fact isn’t mentioned in the movie, meaning it’s the only gag over the course of 100 minutes that’s targeted at adults. The rest of the film, though, seems aggressively geared toward kids who aren’t particularly bright.

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Guardians of the Galaxy

OOO Say hello to the newest addition to Marvel Comics’ cinematic universe. It’s the film’s rollicking good cheer that ultimately might help endear it to folks who otherwise wouldn’t know the Guardians’ Rocket Raccoon from The Beatles’ Rocky Raccoon. For that, give a lot of credit to writer-director James Gunn (sharing scripting credit with newbie Nicole Perlman). Levity is really the only way to go when one of your heroes is a walking, talking tree. That would be Groot (a CGI creation voiced by Vin Diesel), the generally mildmannered sidekick to the aforementioned Rocket (voiced by Bradley Cooper). Groot is only able to utter the phrase, “I am Groot,” although the anthropomorphic Rocket never has trouble understanding what he’s really saying; in that respect, Rocket and Groot register as the Jay and Silent Bob of the space set. They’re just two of the misfits who reluctantly come together to stop an evil megalomaniac named Ronan (Lee Pace) from carrying out the usual galaxyconquering agenda. The skilled assassin Gamora (Zoe Saldana) and the brutish Drax the Destroyer (wrestling star Dave Bautista) also belong to the ragtag outfit, although the lynchpin is Peter Quill (Chris Pratt), the only Earthling among the quintet and one so cocky that he’s given himself the possibly overreaching moniker of Star-Lord. A scoundrel with a soft spot for classic rock, it’s Quill who’s most responsible for getting these “losers” - beings who have all lost something, he quickly explains - to work together as a team. The expository scenes are presented more dutifully than usual - they’re arid when compared to what follows, as if Gunn were impatient to get the requisite setups out of the way - and, as expected when a Hollywood production has millions to burn, the climactic space battles run on too long.

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his former protégé who now has a license to kill his erstwhile mentor. Roger Donaldson is a competent director (past credits include No Way Out with Kevin Costner and The Bank Job) and he does acceptable work in keeping this film moving. Otherwise, this is warmed-over spy vs. spy material, albeit featuring characters whose illogical actions repeatedly place them closer on the IQ scale to Rowan Atkinson’s bumbling Johnny English than any of the Bond incarnations.

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Michelle Nunn Reception and Appearance

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original music videos, histories or other original works by or about the citizens of Savannah to run on "Engage," a television Slideluck Savannah, the local chapter of a show produced by the city. No compensanational arts nonprofit, is looking for artists tion. SGTV offers an opportunity to expose for its November 13 show. Deadline for local works to over 55,000 households in submissions is October 24. Through Oct. Chatham County. Submit proposals via 24. submissions@slideluck.com. slideluck. website. Saturdays.. savannahga.gov/encom/submissions. alpost135.com/. Ameri- gagesgtv. Gallery 209 Call for Artists can Legion, Post 135, 1108 Bull St. Call for Artists Gallery 209, 209 East River Street, seeks The Sentient Bean seeks experienced art- a 3D artist to join its cooperative gallery. ists for one-month-long exhibitions of his/ Interested artists call 236-4583 between her work. Artists must have a website with 10:30am--1:30 pm, or emailbmrousseau@ current images representing a sample of aol.com. Sundays.. gallery209savannah. the work to be shown in order to be concom/. Gallery 209, 209 E River St. Gallery Seeks Local Artists sidered. Apply to sentientbooking@gmail. Kobo Gallery, 33 Barnard Street, seeks 2-D com, subject line “art show." See weband 3-D artists to join its cooperative galsite for info. Fridays.. sentientbean.com/ booking#visualarts. sentientbean.com. The lery. Must be a full-time resident of Savannah or nearby area. Work to be considered Sentient Bean, 13 East Park Ave. Call for Artists/Craftsmen includes painting, photography, mixed meTelfair Museum Stores are calling local dia, sculpture, glass, ceramics and wood. artists & craftsmen to participate in the Submit 5-10 images of work, resume/CV Annual Telfair Trunk Show held in conjunc- and bio to info@kobogallery.com. Mondays. tion with the "Cool Yule" sale days Dec. 6 & Kobo Gallery, 33 Barnard Street ,. Homeschool Music Classes 7. Twelve artists will be selected: potters, Music classes for homeschool students jewelry makers, sculptors, glass, wood, fiber, paper & mixed-media artists, etc.No ages 8-18 and their parents. Offered in work on canvas or that requires wall hang- Guyton and Savannah. See website for details. ongoing. CoastalEmpireMusic.com. ing. To submit sample photos and pricing, or for more info, email Lisa Ocampo at oc- Oatland Island Seeks Memories and Recollecampol@telfair.org. Deadline Oct. 1. Through tions for 40th Anniversary Oatland Island Education Center is looking Oct. 1. telfair.org/jepson/. Jepson Center for memories of Oatland Island in honor for the Arts, 207 West York St. Call for submissions: Psyched Zine of their 40th anniversary. People who were Psyched: A Savannah-based zine to open part of the Youth Conservation Corp that positive dialogue about mental health and helped to build Oatland Island Education illness, seeks essays, poetry, photography Center in the 1970’s. Great memories from and art of all kinds reflecting personal field trips. Special family memories of Oatexperience with mental illness, health and land Island. Send your photos and stories dis-ease. Submissions can be anonymous. to memories@oatland40th.org. Deadline Deadline: September 30th. Every 3 days. is August 31. undefined. 912-395-1500. psychedzine@gmail.com. oatlandisland.org. Call for Artist Submissions for Slideluck Savannah

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Indigo Sky Community Gallery seeks original writings from poets and spoken work artists, interested in performing their work, to be considered as part of an upcoming Blank Page Poetry – Words & Shadows event taking place in mid October, 2014. Submit poems related to the Savannah River, creeks and marshland, no more than 2-4 minutes in length. Open to ages 12 and up. Submit via e-mail to galleryindigosky@aol.com, with Blank Page Poetry in the subject line. Or mail or hand deliver to 915 Waters Ave, Savannah, 31404. Include your name, age and contact information. Deadline. September 29th, 2014. Through Sep. 29.

City of Savannah TV Show Seeks Entries

Seeking works smaller than 12" on any side for this small works exhibition at NonFiction Galleries dedicated to the celebrity divine. Apply to http://www.nonfictiongallery.com/tinydivas/ by Sept. 26. Exhibition dates: October 17-28. $20 Fee for first three submissions, $5 per additional submission Through Sep. 26.

Seeking possible reality show cast members who have suffered from online harassment or stalking; identity theft; cyber bullying. Show hosted by attorney Jamie Casino. Information: FirstCityFilms@ Comcast.net or CastingLaw@gmail.com Every 3 days. FirstCityFilms.com. First City Films, POB 8185. The City of Savannah's TV station, SGTV, seeks profiles, documentaries, animations,

Dream—Cultural & Arts Projects initiative. Applications will be accepted through the calendar year, while funds are available. Programs are to be completed prior to December 31, 2014, and the application must be submitted at least eight weeks prior to the start date of the project. Grants are $2500 maximum.Priority for projects for youth, seniors, and those who have limited access to arts. Applicants must be a nonprofit, 501c3, head-quartered in Savannah’s corporate limits. Proposed programs must also be produced within the City’s corporate limits. No individual artist applications will be accepted. See website for application. Mondays.. 912-651-6417. cnorthcutt@savannahga.gov. (savannahga. gov\arts. Benefits

Alee Pirate 21st Annual Poker Run

Music - Entertainment - Fun - Giveaways. Proceeds benefit the Alee Shrine Pirate Unit and are not tax deductible.Cash prizes for best pirate and wench costume. All makes of bikes and vehicles welcome. $20.00 Registration Fee $10.00 additional hands Sep. 27-28, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. 912-8567433/843-384-3550. AleePirates@gmail. com. AleeShrine.com. Alee Shriner's Temple, 100 Eisenberg Dr. Beach Yoga for CASA

Yoga instructor Sue Finkle leads this session for Shari Carney's Dancing With the Savannah Stars campaign, benefiting Court Appointed Special Advocates. Donation of any amount. Sat., Sep. 27, 7 p.m. dancingwithsavannahstars.org. North Beach, Tybee Island. Chatham County Animal Control Seeks Donations of Items

Chatham County Animal Control seeks items for pets in the facility. Canned and dry dog and cat food, baby formula, newspaper, paper towels, soaps, crates, leashes, collars, wash cloths, towels. Open daily, 1pm-5pm. Mondays.. 912-351-6750. animalcontrol.chathamcounty.org. Chatham County Animal Shelter, 7215 Sallie Mood Dr. Film and Benefit: Pee Wee's Big Adventure (USA, 1985)

Tiny Divas: Call for Entries

A benefit for Keith Kozel, Savannah musician, actor and DJ (and husband and father) who is a dialysis patient awaiting a kidney transplant. Raffles, and a Pee Wee lookalike contest. Presented by the Psychotronic Film Society of Savannah, the Lucas Theatre, and Connect Savannah. Suggested donation: $10 adults, $5 children. Sat., Sep. 27, 7 p.m. lucastheatre. com. lucastheatre.com. Lucas Theatre for the Arts, 32 Abercorn St.

Weave-A-Dream Grant Applications Sought

Market sponsors invest in a healthy community and support the local economy. Sponsorships begin at $350. Help keep food fresh and local. Tuesdays.. kristen@ forsythfarmersmarket.com. forsythfarmersmarket.com. forsythfarmersmarket. com/. Forsyth Farmers' Market, 501 Whitaker St., South End of Forysth Park.

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Free Document Shredding

Sponsored by Reed House Inc and Savannah Shredding. Free and open to the public. Sat., Sep. 27, 10 a.m.-noon. 912-777-4108. nanglej@bellsouth.net. The Reed House, 1144 Cornell Street.

Artist Sacred Circle

Bikram Yoga Savannah offers a weekly Karma class to raise money for local charities. Thursdays during the 6:30pm class. Pay $5 for class and proceeds are donated to a different charity each month. This is a regular Bikram Yoga class. ongoing. 912.356.8280. bikramyogasavannah. com.

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PODS for Pets and People Food Drive

Bring donations of food for people and pets, for use by Meals on Wheels program, providing a hot meal every day to low income homebound senior citizens, plus food for their pets. Suggested donations: canned foods such as meat, seafood, fruits and vegetables; dried foods--pastas, beans, rice and peas; cereals; peanut butter; jelly; and dry or canned animal food. Sponsored by PODS of Savannah. Through 9/26. Through Sep. 26. 805-654-1564. pods.com/savannah.aspx. Chatham Parkway Subaru, 7 Park of Commerce Way. SCMPD Animal Control seeks Volunteers

Savannah Chatham County Animal Control seeks volunteers to serve various tasks as needed by the shelter. No prior animal shelter experience is necessary. Newly trained volunteers will be authorized to serve immediately after orientation. Potential volunteers are asked to notify J. Lewis prior to orientation; though, walk-ins are welcome. Volunteers must be at least 17-years-old. ongoing. (912) 5252151. jlewis01@savannahga.gov. Classes, Camps & Workshops

3D Printing Class

Learn how to design and 3D print. Discover the basics of 3D modeling and design, and print your own object. This four-week class is suitable for beginners to intermediate-level participants wanting to join the fun. No coding or prior 3D printing experience required. Ages: Adult Thursdays, September 4-25, 6-8 pm Telfair members $100, Non-members $125 Thursdays, 6-8 p.m.. telfair.org/jepson/. Jepson Center for the Arts, 207 West York St. Argentine Tango Beyond Basics Group Class

A class for advanced beginners in Argentine Tango. Prerequisite: knowledge of Basic elements of Argentine Tango. No partner required. This is a 4 week course that will progress each week. $35 Wednesdays, 7-8 p.m.. 912.312.3549. salondebaile. dance@gmail.com. salondebailedancestudio.com. Salon de Baile Dance Studio, 7064 Hodgson Memorial Drive. Art Classes at The Studio School

Ongoing weekly drawing and painting classes for youth and adults. See website, send email or call for details. 912-4846415. melindaborysevicz@gmail.com. thestudioschoolsavannah.com. Art, Music, Piano, Voice Coaching

Coaching for all ages, beginners through advanced. Classic, modern, jazz improvization and theory. Serious inquiries only. 912-961-7021 or 912-667-1056.

Offered every weekend at Perlina Beadshop, 6 West State Street. Check website calendar or call for info. 912-441-2656. perlinabeadshop.com.

Beading Classses at Epiphany Bead & Jewelry Studio

Learn jewelry-making techniques from beginner to advanced. Call for class times. 912-920-6659. Epiphany Bead & Jewelry Studio, 407 East Montgomery Xrds. Beginner Group Guitar Classes

Covers basic chords and strumming techniques, rhythm, tuning, and use of a flatpick. Eight-week course begins Monday, September 8. Kids 6-12 from 4-4:45PM. Adults/teens from 6-6:45PM. $120 for 8 week course Mondays, 4-4:45 & 6-6:45 p.m.. savannahschooloffolkmusic@ gmail.com. savannahschooloffolkmusic. org. Savannah School of Folk Music, 2421 Waters Ave. Beginning Belly Dance Classes

Taught by Happenstance Bellydance. All skill levels and styles. Private instruction available. $15 912-704-2940. happenstancebellydance@gmail.com. happenstancebellydance.wordpress.com. Anahata Healing Arts Center, 2424 Drayton St. Champions Training Center

Offering a variety of classes and training in mixed martial arts, jui-jitsu, judo and other disciplines for children and adults. All skill levels. 525 Windsor Rd. 912-349-4582. ctcsavannah.com. Chatham County Sheriff's Office Explorers Post 876

Chatham County Sheriff's Office Explorers Post 876, is taking applications from young men and women (ages 14-20) interested in law enforcement careers. Explorers experience mentoring, motivation, and learn skills which help prepare them for their roles as productive citizens. See Chatham County Sheriff's web page, click "Community/Explorers Post 876 or call. Wednesdays.. 912-651-3743. chathamsheriff.org. Classical Guitar Instruction

Professional level classical instruction with a university professor. Lessons available for all levels with Dr. Brian Luckett, DMA. Private studio in Starland District. $25/half hour, $45/hour. brian@brianluckett.com. (brianluckett.com. Clay Classes

Savannah Clay Studio at Beaulieu offers handbuilding, sculpture, and handmade tiles, basic glazing and firing. 912-3514578. sav..claystudio@gmail.com. Boating Classes

Classes on boat handling, boating safety and navigation offered by U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary. See website or call to register. 912-897-7656. savannahaux.com. Coffee Cupping

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Group forming on Fridays beginning in March. 1:30pm-3pm. Based on The Artist's Way by Julia Cameron. Contact Lydia Stone, 912-656-6383 or rosesonthemove@ gmail.com. ongoing. 912-656-6383. rosesonthemove@gmail.com.

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the public. Donations welcome. Fridays, 11 a.m.. 912-209-0025. perccoffee.com. PERC Coffee Roasters, 1802 East Broad Street. Conscious Kids Yoga

A yoga class for children age 4 and up, to build skill, confidence, strength, and abilities of the body, mind, and heart. $15 per class or $50 for 6 sessions (to be used within 2 months) Wednesdays, 4-4:45 p.m.. 912-544-6387. erigosavannah.com. Erigo, 5301 Paulsen Street. Creative Magic Mondays

A way to begin the week on a creative note. Doodling, planning, manifesting, crafting. Participants bring their own art supplies. Free. Love donation appreciated. Mondays, 11 a.m.. relaxsavannah@gmail.com. facebook.com/creativemanifest. Anahata Healing Arts Center, 2424 Drayton St. Critical Reading Prep for the SAT - Prep for the Nov. 8th Exam

This course focuses on strategies in active reading that pertain specifically to the SAT. While improving their vocabulary, students will learn to identify key words, recognize main ideas/themes, draw conclusions and make inferences. $160 per person; $135 for groups of 3 or more Mondays, 6-8 p.m.. 912-644-5967. personaldevelopment@ georgiasouthern.edu. academics.georgiasouthern.edu/ce/programs/personaldevelopment/satprep/. cgc.georgiasouthern. edu/. Coastal Georgia Center, 305 Fahm Street. DUI Prevention Group

Offers victim impact panels for intoxicated drivers, DUI, offenders, and anyone seeking knowledge about the dangers of driving while impaired. A must see for teen drivers. Meets monthly. $40/session 912443-0410. English as Second Language Classes

Learn conversational English, comprehension, vocabulary and life communication skills. All ages. Thursdays, 7:30pm, Island Christian Church, 4601 US Highway 80 East. Free. 912-897-3604. islandchristian. org. Family Law Workshop

The Mediation Center has three workshops per month for people who do not have legal representation in a family matter: divorce, legitimation, modifications of child support, visitation, contempt. Schedule: 1st Tues, 2nd Mon, 4th Thursday. Call for times. $30 912-354-6686. mediationsavannah.com. Fany's Spanish/English Institute

Spanish is fun. Classes for adults and children held at 15 E. Montgomery Crossroad. Register by phone. ongoing. 912-921-4646. Figure Drawing Classes

Tuesdays 6-9pm and Wednesdays 9:3012:30am. $60/4-session package or $20 drop-in fee. At the Studio School. ongoing. 912-484-6415. melindaborysevicz@gmail. com. thestudioschoolsavannah.com. Studio School, 1319 Bull St. SEP 24-30, 2014

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Guitar, Mandolin, or Bass Guitar Lessons

Emphasis on theory, reading music, and improvisation. Located in Ardsley Park. ongoing. 912-232-5987. Housing Authority Neighborhood Resource Center

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Center. Adult literacy/GED prep: MonThurs, 9am-12pm & 1pm-4pm. Financial education: 4th Fri each month, 9am-11am. Basic computer training: Tues & Thurs, 1pm-3pm. Community computer lab: MonFri, 3pm-4:30pm. ongoing. 912-232-4232 x115. savannahpha.com. savannahpha. com/NRC.html. Neighborhood Resource Center, 1407 Wheaton St. Knitting & Crochet Classes

Offered at The Frayed Knot, 6 W. State St. See the calendar of events on website. Mondays. 912-233-1240. thefrayedknotsav. com. Knot Tying Class

A workshop on basic knot tying for everyday use. $5 parking fee. Annual passes available. Wed., Sep. 24, 4 p.m. (912) 5982300. gastateparks.org/skidawayIsland. gastateparks.org/info/skidaway/. Skidaway Island State Park, 52 Diamond Cswy. Learn to Sew

Sewing lessons for all ages and skill levels. Private and Group classes. Tuesdays.. 912596-0889. kleossewingstudio.com. Kleo's Sewing Studio, 36 W. Broughton St. #201.

or 6 classes for $50 (to be used within 2 months) Tuesdays, Thursdays, 10-11 a.m.. 912-544-6387. erigosavannah.com. Erigo, 5301 Paulsen Street. Music Instruction

Georgia Music Warehouse, near corner of Victory Drive & Abercorn, offering instruction by professional musicians. Band instruments, violin, piano, drums and guitar. All ages welcome. ongoing. 912-358-0054. georgiamusicwarehouse.com/. Georgia Music Warehouse, 2424 Abercorn St. Music Lessons: Private or Group

Portman’s Music Academy offers private or group classes for ages 2 to 92, beginner to advanced level. All instruments. Also, voice lessons, music production technology and DJ lessons. Teaching staff of over 20 instructors with professional, well equipped studios. Fridays.. 912-354-1500. portmansmusic.com. portmansmusic. com. Portman's Music Superstore, 7650 Abercorn St. Music Lessons--Multiple Instruments

Savannah Musicians Institute offers private instruction for all ages in guitar, ddrums, Life Coaching piano, bass, voice, banjo, mandolin, Group & individual life coaching with a Cer- ukelele, flute, woodwinds. 7041 Hodgson tified Life Coach. Plan for a career change, Memorial Dr. ongoing. 912-692-8055. new lifestyle, or an opportunity to pursue smisavannah@gmail.com. creative or business projects. Step-by-step New Horizons Adult Band Program Music program for adults who played a guidance to fulfill aspirations. In person band instrument in high school/college or telephone sessions. Thursdays.. 912and would like to play again. Mondays at 596-1952. info@roiseandassociates.com. 6:30pm at Portman's. $30 per month. All Downtown Savannah, downtown. Math Prep for the November 8th SAT Exam ages and ability levels welcome. Call for This course gives students the necessary info. ongoing. 912-354-1500. portmanspractice, thinking strategies and skills music.com. Portman's Music Superstore, development needed for maximizing 7650 Abercorn St. scores on the math portion of the SAT. They Novel Writing Write a novel, finish the one you've started, will review the use of various formulas revise it or pursue publication. Award-winessential to solving problems and receive ning Savannah author offers one-on-one information on effective strategies for or small group classes, mentoring, manuincreasing the likelihood of answering problems correctly. They will take practice script critique, ebook formatting. Email for pricing and scheduling info. ongoing. tests in class and will also learn exercises pmasoninsavannah@gmail.com. for relieving test anxiety. $160 per person; Photography Classes $135 for groups of 3 or more Tuesdays, 6-8 p.m.. 912-651-2005. PersonalDevelop- Beginner photography to post production. Instruction for all levels. $20 for two-hour ment@georgiasouthern.edu. academics. class. See website for complete class list. georgiasouthern.edu/ce/programs/per410-251-4421. chris@chrismorrisphotogsonaldevelopment/satprep/. cgc.georgiasouthern.edu/. Coastal Georgia Center, 305 raphy.com. chrismorrisphotography.com. Piano Lessons Fahm Street. Microsoft - Excel 1 Piano lessons with a classically trained Looking for proficiency and confidence in instructor, with theater and church experibasic Excel functionality? Our Microsoft ence. 912-312-3977. ongoing. georgiaExcel 1 course covers the basic Excel enmusicwarehouse.com/. Georgia Music vironment, creating workbooks, navigating Warehouse, 2424 Abercorn St. Piano Voice-Coaching the Excel working screen, formatting and Pianist with M/degree,classical modnavigating worksheets, entering data, entering labels and creating and working with ern jazz improvisation, no age limit. Call 912-961-7021 or 912-667-1056. Serious charts. $95 Tue., Sep. 30, 6:30-9:30 p.m. 912-651-2005. ProfTrainingTech@georgia- inquiries only. ongoing. southern.edu. academics.georgiasouthern. Reading/Writing Tutoring Ms. Dawn’s Tutoring in reading, writing, edu/ce/programs/personaldevelopment/ and composition. Remedial reading skills, microsoft/. cgc.georgiasouthern.edu/. help with borderline dyslexia, to grammar, Coastal Georgia Center, 305 Fahm Street. Mommy & Me Relaxation Class term paper writing, and English as a SecTeaches techniques to face the physical, ond Language. Fun methods for children mental, and emotional changes of a new to help them learn quickly. 912-660-7399. mother's body, mind and heart with poise cordraywriter@gmail.com. Russian Language Classes and grace. a variety of relaxation techLearn to speak Russian. All experience levniques for mother and child. For expectels welcome, beginner to expert. Call for ing and new moms as well as those with info. ongoing. 912-713-2718. small children (4 and under). $15/class

Senior Citizens, Inc.’s Powerful Tools for Caregivers Educational Series

A six-week educational series for family caregivers, Tues. 9/16 - 10/21. How to reduce stress, build self-confidence, improve communication and decision-making techniques, locate helpful resources and create balanced lives. Pre-registration required by 9/5. Presented by Senior Citizens, Inc. Free Tuesdays, 10-11:30 a.m.. 912-236-0363. jobrien@senior-citizensinc. org. https://seniorcitizens-inc.org. Senior Citizens Inc., 3025 Bull St. Sewing Classes

For beginners or advanced sewers. Industry standard sewing courses designed to meet standards in the garment industry. Open schedule. Savannah Sewing Academy. 1917 Bull St. Sundays.. 912-290-0072. savsew.com. Short Story Writing

In this course, students with some experience in fiction and nonfiction storytelling will use assigned readings, writing homework and workshop style critiques to explore various writing techniques. Offered by Georgia Southern Univ. Continuing Education department, in Savannah. $200 Mondays, 6:30-8:30 p.m.. 912-651-2005. PersonalDevelopment@georgiasouthern. edu. academics.georgiasouthern.edu/ce/ programs/personaldevelopment/writingclasses/. cgc.georgiasouthern.edu/. Coastal Georgia Center, 305 Fahm Street. Singing Classes

Bel Canto is a singing style which helps the voice become flexible and expressive, improves vocal range and breathing capacity. A foundation for opera, rock, pop, gospel and musical theatre. $25 Mondays, 6 p.m.. 786-247-9923. anitraoperadiva@ yahoo.com. Institute of Cinematic Arts, 12 West State Street, 3rd and 4th flrs.,. Spanish Classes

Spanish courses for professionals offered by Conquistador Spanish Language Institute, LLC. Beginner Spanish for Professionals--Intro price $155 + textbook ($12.95). Instructor: Bertha E. Hernandez, M.Ed. and native speaker. Meets in the Keller Williams Realty meeting room, 329 Commercial Drive. Tuesdays.. conquistador-spanish.com. Stress Reduction: Arising Stillness in Zen

Stress-reducing practices for body, speech and mind. Five Thursday night classes from 6- 7:00pm. $15 drop-in; $70 for series. Rev. Fugon Cindy Beach, Sensei. Savannah Zen Center 111 E. 34th St. 31401 revfugon@gmail.com ongoing. Vocal Lessons

A group of voice instructors who believe in the power of a nurturing community to help voice students blossom into vibrant artists. Each instructor holds a Masters of Music in Voice Performance. Group classes held once a month, plus an annual recital. Varies Wednesdays.. 912-6560760. TheVoiceCoOp.org. The Voice Co-op, Downtown. Yoga on the Beach

After Labor Day Yoga, every Saturday until the weather gets too cold or if raining. North Beach Parking Lot, Gulick Street beach walkover. Drop-ins and beginners encouraged. Bring yoga mat or beach

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towel. Taught by Ann Caroll. By donation Saturdays, 10-11 a.m.. 912-704-7650. ann@aikyayoga.com. aikyayoga.com. North Beach, Tybee Island.

(Sept.-June) 10:15am. Mondays, 10:30 a.m. fiberguildsavannah.homestead.com/. Fiber Guild of the Savannahs, 711 Sandtown Road GA.

Clubs & Organizations

A non-profit organization dedicated to sending area Korean War and WWII veterans to Washington, DC, to visit the WWII Memorial. All expenses paid by Honor Flight Savannah. Honor Flight seeks contributions, and any veterans interested in a trip to Washington. Call for info. ongoing.

13th Colony Sound Barbershop Chorus

Sing in the harmonious barbershop style with the Savannah Chorus of the Barbershop Harmony Society. No charge Mondays, 6:30 p.m.. 912-344-9768. rfksav@ gmail.com. savannahbarbershoppers.org. Savannah Arts Academy, 500 Washington Ave. Abeni Cultural Arts Dance Classes

Classses for multiple ages in performance dance and adult fitness dance. African, modern, ballet, jazz, tap, contemporary, gospel. Held at Abeni Cultural Arts studio, 8400-B Abercorn St. Call Muriel, 912-6313452, or Darowe, 912-272-2797. ongoing. abeniculturalarts@gmail.com. Avegost LARP

Live action role playing group that exists in a medieval fantasy realm. generallly meets the second weekend of the month. Free for your first event or if you're a nonplayer character. $35 fee for returning characters. ongoing. godzillaunknown@ gmail.com. avegost.com. Buccaneer Region SCCA

Local chapter of the Sports Car Club of America, hosting monthly solo/autocross driving events in the Savannah area. Anyone with a safe car, insurance and a valid driver's license is eligible to participate. See website. ongoing. buccaneerregion. org. Business Networking on the Islands

Small Business Professionals Islands Networking Group meets first Thursday each month, 9:30am-10:30am. Tradewinds Ice Cream & Coffee, 107 Charlotte Rd. Call for info. ongoing. 912-308-6768. Chatham Sailing Club

Meets every Friday evening for an informal social gathering of like minded people who enjoy the water. Watch the sun go down over Turner Creek. All are welcome, including kids and dogs. Fridays.. chathamsailing.org. Young's Marina, 218 Wilmington Island Rd. Drop N Circle Craft Night

Sponsored by The Frayed Knot and Perlina. Tuesdays, 5pm-8pm. 6 W. State Street. A working gathering of knitters, crocheters, beaders, spinners, felters, needle pointers, etc. All levels of experience welcome. Tuesdays.. 912-233-1240. Exchange Club of Savannah - Weekly Lunch

Meets every Monday (except on the fifth Monday of the month), 12pm-1pm. Weekly speaker, and honor a student of the month and year, police officer and fireman of the year. Charities: Jenkins Boys & Girls Club; Center for the Prevention of Child Abuse. Guest are welcome Mondays, 12-1 p.m.. 912-441-6559. Savannahexchange.org. Exchange Club of Savannah, 4801 Meding Street. Fiber Guild of the Savannahs

A club focusing on weaving, spinning, basket making, knitting, crocheting, quilting, beading, rug hooking, doll making, and other fiber arts. Meets at Oatland Island Wildlife Center, first Saturday of the month

Historic Flight Savannah

912-596-1962. honorflightsavannah.org. Historic Savannah Chapter: ABWA

Meets the second Thursday of every month from 6pm-7:30pm. Tubby's Tank House, 2909 River Drive, Thunderbolt. Attendees pay for their own meals. RSVP by phone. ongoing. 912-660-8257. Hostess City Toastmasters Club

A group for improving public speaking and leadership skills. Professional, friendly, peer-run. Every Tuesday 6-7 PM at 35 Barnard Street 3rd Floor (ThincSavan-

nah.) $10/month Tue., Sep. 30, 6-7 p.m. 912-484-0165. hostesscitytm@gmail.com. facebook.com/hostesscitytoastmasters. thincsavannah.com. ThincSavannah, 35 Barnard St. Suite 300. Ink Slingers Writing Group

A free creative writing group for writers of poetry, prose, or undefinable creative ventures. Meets two Thursdays a month, 5:45pm. Discussion of exercises, ideas, or already in progress pieces. See Facebook continues on p. 40

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Thursdays.. 912-429-6918. savannahfencing@aol.com.

A Mothers of Preschoolers group that meets two Wednesdays a month, 9:15am11:30am. Wednesdays.. sites.google.com/ site/islandsmops. fbcislands.com/. First Baptist Church of the Islands, 6613 Johnny Mercer Blvd.

Meets most Saturdays. Green events and places. Share ways to Go Green each day. Call for info. ongoing. 912-308-6768.

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Knitters, Needlepoint and Crochet

Meets every Wednesday. Different locations downtown. Call for info. No fees. Want to learn? Join us. ongoing. 912-3086768. Knittin’ Night

Knit and crochet gathering held each Tuesday evening, 5pm-8pm All skill levels welcome. Tuesdays, 5-8 p.m. 912-2380514. wildfibresavannah.com/. Wild Fibre, 409 East Liberty St. Low Country Turners

A club for wood-turning enthusiasts. Call Steve Cook for info at number below. ongoing. 912-313-2230. Military Order of the Purple Heart Ladies Auxiliary

Meets the first Saturday of the month at 1:00pm. Call for info. ongoing. 912-7864508. American Legion Post 184, 3003 Rowland Ave. Philo Cafe

Discussion group that meets every Monday, 7:30pm - 9:00pm at various locations. Anyone craving good conversation is invited. Free to attend. Email for info, or see Facebook.com/SavannahPhiloCafe. Mondays. athenapluto@yahoo.com. R.U.F.F. - Retirees United for the Future

RUFF meets the last Friday of each month at 10am to protect Social Security, Medicare, Medicaid and related senior issues. Parking in the rear. Free to all Seniors ongoing. 912-344-5127. New Covenant Church, 2201 Bull St. Safe Kids Savannah

A coalition dedicated to preventing childhood injuries. Meets 2nd Tuesday each month, 11:30am-1:00pm. See website or call for info. ongoing. 912-353-3148. safekidssavannah.org. Savannah Brewers' League

Meets 1st Wednesday of the month, 7:30pm at Moon River Brewing Co. Call or see website for info. ongoing. 912-4470943. hdb.org. moonriverbrewing.com/. Moon River Brewing Co., 21 West Bay St.

Savannah Charlesfunders Investment Discussion Group

Meets Saturdays, 8:30am to discuss stocks, bonds and better investing. Contact by email for info. ongoing. charlesfund@ gmail.com. panerabread.com/. Panera Bread (Broughton St.), 1 West Broughton St. Savannah Council, Navy League of the United States

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A dinner meeting the 4th Tuesday of the month at 6:00pm (except December.) Location: Hunter Club. Call John Findeis for info. ongoing. 912-748-7020. Savannah Fencing Club

Beginner classes Tuesdays and Thursdays for six weeks. $60. Some equipment provided. After completing the class, join the Savannah Fencing Club; $5/month. 40 Experienced fencers welcome. Tuesdays,

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Monthly meetings open to the public. Held at Logan's Roadhouse, the 4th Monday each month, Sept. through May. Dinner: 6:pm. Speaker: 7:30pm. Guest speakers each meeting. ongoing. 912-238-3170. savannahkennelclub.org. Golden Corral, 7822 Abercorn St. Savannah Newcomers Club

Open to women who have lived in the Savannah area for less than two years. Membership includes monthly luncheon and program. Activities, tours and events to help learn about Savannah and make new friends. ongoing. savannahnewcomersclub.com. Savannah No Kidding!

No Kidding. Join Savannah's only social club for people without children! No membership fees, meet great new friends, enjoy a wide variety of activities and events. savannahnokidding.angelfire.com/ or e-mail savannahnokidding@gmail.com ongoing. The Historic District, Downtown Savannah. Savannah Parrot Head Club

Beach, Buffet and no dress code. Check website for events calendar or send an email for Parrot Head gatherings. ongoing. savannahphc@yahoo.com. savannahphc. com. Savannah Sacred Harp Singers

Everyone who loves to sing is invited to join Savannah Sacred Harp Singers. All are welcome to participate or listen to one of America's most revered musical traditions. Call or email. ongoing. 912-655-0994. savannahsacredharp.com. Faith Primitive Baptist Church, 3212 Bee Road. Society for Creative Anachronism

Meets every Saturday at the south end of Forsyth Park for fighter practice and general hanging out. For people interested in re-creating the Middle Ages and Renaissance. Free Saturdays, 11 a.m.. savannahsca.org. Forsyth Park, 501 Whitaker St. Savannah Story Games

A group that plays games that tell improvised stories. Create an amazing story in just three hours, using group games with special rules that craft characters, settings, and conflicts. Sundays at 6pm. free Saturdays, 6 p.m.. info@savannahstorygames.com. savannahstorygames.com. Guild Hall, 615 Montgomery Street. Savannah Sunrise Rotary Club

Meets Thursdays from 7:30am-8:30am at the Mulberry Inn. ongoing. savannahsunriserotary.org. Savannah Toastmasters

Helps improve speaking and leadership skills in a friendly, supportive environment. Mondays, 6:15pm, Memorial Health University Medical Center, in the Conference Room C. ongoing. 912-484-6710. memorialhealth.com/. Memorial Health University Medical Center, 4700 Waters Ave. Savannah Veggies and Vegans

Join the Facebook group to find out more about vegetarian and vegan lifestyles, and to hear about upcoming local events.

Mondays.

Tertulia en español at Foxy Loxy

Spanish conversation table. Meets second and fourth Thursday of each month. 7:30pm to 9pm at Foxy Loxy, 1919 Bull street. All levels welcome. Free. Purchase beverages and snacks. fourth Thursday of every month.. foxyloxycafe.com/. Foxy Loxy Cafe, 1919 Bull St. U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla

A volunteer organization that assists the U.S. Coast Guard. Meets 4th Wednesday at 6pm at Barnes, 5320 Waters Ave. All ages welcome. Prior experience/boat ownership not required. fourth Wednesday of every month.. 912-598-7387. savannahaux.com. Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 671

Meets second Monday of each month, 7pm, at the American Legion Post 135, 1108 Bull St. ongoing. 912-429-0940. rws521@msn.com. vvasav.com.

Woodville-Tompkins Scholarship Foundation

Meets second Tuesday each month (except October) 6:00pm, Woodville-Tompkins, 151 Coach Joe Turner St. Call or email for info. ongoing. 912-232-3549. chesteraellis@ comcast.net. Concerts

13th Colony Sound (Barbershop Singing)

“If you can carry a tune, come sing with us!” Mondays, 7pm. ongoing. 912-3449768. savannahbarbershoppers.org. Thunderbolt Lodge #693, 3111 Rowland Ave. Carolina Wray's Great White Buffalo Tour

Asheville, NC based brother duo Carolina Wray (ex Old North State) return to Savannah, GA on their Great White Buffalo Tour in support of their new release by the same name. For fans of The Avett Brothers, Zac Brown Band and Trampled By Turtles. With support by Charley Crockett (TX) www. carolinawray.com www.charleycrockett. com Optional Donation Thu., Sep. 25, 8-10 p.m. 912-232-4447. thesentientbean.com. sentientbean.com. The Sentient Bean, 13 East Park Ave. Concert: Armstrong Chorale

Armstrong opens the 15th Southeastern Choral Arts Festival (SECAF) with its University Singers and University Chorale in joint concert. Gen. Adm. $6. Free for Armstrong. Sun., Sep. 28, 7:30 p.m. 912344-2801. Armstrong Fine Arts Center, 11935 Abercorn St. Concert: Choral Arts Festival Choir

Armstrong’s 15th Southeastern Choral Arts Festival concludes with this concert. Free and open to the public. Mon., Sep. 29, 7:30 p.m. 912-344-2801. armstrong. edu. Armstrong Fine Arts Center, 11935 Abercorn St. Concert: Piano in the Arts series

Armstrong presents its first concert in the series, featuring soprano Susan William, baritone Dean Southern, and pianist Jeffrey Brown. Sponsored by Springhill Suites by Marriott-Sav. Midtown. $15 Gen. Adm. Discounts for military/senior/ alumni/children. Free for Armstrong. Sat., Sep. 27, 8 p.m. 912-344-2801. armstrong. edu. Armstrong Fine Arts Center, 11935 Abercorn St. Concert: Singing Master Class

Armstrong presents a guest artist masterclass led by Piano in the Arts series

artists: soprano Susan Williams, baritone Dean Southern, and pianist Jeffrey Brown. Free and open to the public. Fri., Sep. 26, 2:30 p.m. 912-344-2801. armstrong. edu. Armstrong Fine Arts Center, 11935 Abercorn St. Concert: We Have Both for a Long Time Been Silent

Songs from Hugo Wolf's Italienisches Liederbuch, featuring soprano, baritone, and piano Part of Armstrong's Piano in the Arts series. $15 Gen. Adm. $10 military/ Sav. Philharmonic. Free for Armstrong. Fri., Sep. 26, 8 p.m. Mario.incorvaia@armstrong.edu. armstrong.edu. Armstrong Fine Arts Center, 11935 Abercorn St. Jimmy Hall

Jimmy Hall was born in Birmingham, Alabama and raised in Mobile by a musical family steeped in gospel tradition. Over the course of his career he has inspired the Southern Rock genre. Hall has performed with The Allman Brothers, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Jeff Beck Group, Grand Funk Railroad and more. $25 in advance, $30 at the door Sat., Sep. 27, 8 p.m. 912-754-1118. info@marstheatre.com. bit.ly/1qRZK5Z. marstheatre.com. Mars Theatre, 109 S. Laurel Street. Savannah Philharmonic: Chamber Concert No. 1 - Schubert and Brahms

Featured musicians: Jadde Nolty, viola; Annelise Nelson, cello; and Quynh Shannon, piano; performing Schubert's Piano Trio No. 2 in E flat Major Op. 100; Brahms' Piano Trio No. 1 in B Major Op. 8. $20 Sat., Sep. 27, 5 p.m. savannahphilharmonic.org. Ascension Lutheran Church, 120 Bull St. Conferences

Lecture: Top 10 Questions Business Owners ask about Business Insurance

The speaker will discuss the frequently confusing questions owners have when purchasing and continuing business insurance. Free and open to the public Thu., Sep. 25, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. 912-652-4335. savannah.score.org. SCORE Conference Center, 111 E. Liberty Street. Mayor’s Small Business Conference

Trey Cook, COO of Savannah Tire, is the keynote speaker for this conference promoting small business development and growth. Workshops by the US Small Business Administration,Georgia Dept. of Economic Development, and Savannah's business community. Sponsored by the City of Savannah. Includes continental breakfast, workshops, and lunch. Free. Pre-registration required. Thu., Sep. 25, 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. 912-651-3653. savannahga.gov/businessconference. savannahcivic.com. The Savannah Civic Center, 301 West Oglethorpe Ave. Dance

Adult Ballet Class

Maxine Patterson School of Dance, 2212 Lincoln St, offers adult ballet on Thursdays, 6:30pm-7:30pm $12 per class. Call for info. ongoing. 912-234-8745. Adult Intermediate Ballet

Mondays and Wednesdays, 7pm-8pm. $12/class or $90/8 classes. Call for info. Academy of Dance, 74 W. Montgomery Crossroad. Wednesdays. 912-921-2190.

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Beginner and intermediate ballet, modern dance, barre fusion, barre core body sculpt, gentle stretch & tone. Tuesdays.. 912-925-0903. theballetschoolsav.com. Ballet School, 10010 Abercorn St. African Dance Workshop

Lady Mahogany leads class through traditional moves backed by West African rhythms provided by professional drummers. No experience necessary. 2pm: Kids Workshop 3:30pm: Adult Workshop $20 includes food Sun., Sep. 28, 2-5 p.m. 912.631.8983. gottadoitforthekids@gmail. com. W.W. Law Gym, 909 E. Bolton St. Argentine Tango

Lessons Sundays 1:30-3;30pm. Open to the public. $3 per person. Wear closed toe leather shoes if possible. Doris Martin Dance Studio, 8511-h ferguson Ave. Call or email for info. ongoing. 912-925-7416. savh_tango@yahoo.com. Argentine Tango Basics Group Class

This beginners group class will focus on the basic elements of movement and Argentine Tango. This class is a 4 week session that will start from week 1 and progress while reviewing each week until week 4. No partner or experience required. $35 Wednesdays, 6-7 p.m.. 912.312.3549. salondebaile.dance@gmail. com. salondebailedancestudio.com. Salon de Baile Dance Studio, 7064 Hodgson Memorial Drive. Awaken with Chakradance™

A free-flowing, meditative dance, with eclectic music selected to resonate with

each specific chakra, along with guided imagery. No dance experience or chakras knowledge needed. $20 ongoing, 7-8:30 p.m. 912-663-1306. Chakradancer@ comcast.net. chakradance.com/. synergisticbodies.com. Synergistic Bodies, 7901 Waters Ave.

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Ballroom Group Dance Class

Weekly ballroom dance classes focus on two types of dance each month. Open to partners/couples or to solos. The $35 for 4 weeks or $10 drop in Mondays, 7 p.m. 912.312.3549. reservetodance@gmail.com. salondebailedancestudio.com. Salon de Baile Dance Studio, 7064 Hodgson Memorial Drive. Ballroom Series Group Class

A group ballroom dance class for beginners through advanced. Rumba, Swing, Tango, Foxtrot, Waltz, Cha Cha, Samba, and more. Singles or couples. $10.00 per person or $35 for 4 weeks (per person) Wednesdays, 7-8 p.m.. 912.312.3549. reservetodance@gmail.com. salondebailedancestudio.com. Salon de Baile Dance Studio, 7064 Hodgson Memorial Drive. Ballroom/Latin Group Class

Group classes every Tuesday and Wednesday at 8pm. Tuesdays focus on fundamental steps, styling, and techniques. Wednesday's classes are more specific, with advanced elements. $15/person and $25/couple Wednesdays, 8 p.m. and Tuesdays.. 912-335-3335. savannahballroom@ gmail.com. savannahballroomdancing.

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1 Norse god of mischief 5 Pick up and go 9 Birth-related 14 “Sounds like a plan!” 15 Neighborhood 16 Figure skater Berezhnaya 17 Hidden video game item 19 The first of Weird Al’s 2014 parodies 20 Dull 21 “The Fatal Gift” author Waugh 23 Is down with 24 “Rendezvous With ___” (Arthur C. Clarke novel) 26 Dignify 28 Modern composer known for 4’33” of quiet 32 Where Noah’s Ark landed 35 1860s presidential nickname 36 Become notable, like a hashtag 38 Pirate’s spoils 39 History, with “the” 41 Peak performance? 43 Suddenly lose it 44 Love, in Dijon 46 Patrick of “Almost Famous” 48 Provoked feeling 49 Not so nice feeling 51 One of the Arquettes 53 Word before pillow or rug 55 Geographical septet, supposedly 56 “Hush your mouth”

58 Gazillions 60 Guitarist’s position that also includes D# and F# 64 2000s teen drama whose opening theme was “California” 66 Meme caption with Captain Picard and a Singer machine 68 Mr. Jeter 69 Peace Prize winner Wiesel 70 “Dark Angel” star Jessica 71 Vehicles with no-wheel drive 72 Almost there 73 Filly color

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1 “In ___ of flowers...” 2 Mideast monarchy 3 Band whose frontman claims that rock is dead 4 Summer office worker 5 Run-D.M.C. song that asks “Why ya buggin’?” 6 Valuable rock 7 “Luka” singer Suzanne 8 USPS symbol 9 Food label unit 10 ___ mode 11 Company that owns Dirt Devil and Hoover appliances 12 “(You’re) Having My Baby” songwriter 13 Chips with a “Do Us a Flavor” contest 18 Not just close 22 Metric system prefix 25 The ___ Aquarius

27 Thailand neighbor 28 Country split into prefectures 29 Time’s Person of the Year for 2008 and 2012 30 Response after searching all over the house for the dog, perhaps 31 Become, eventually 33 2600 console maker 34 Aggressive and impatient 37 “Ballet Rehearsal” artist Edgar 40 Bum 42 Brew with fewer calories 45 Tries again with pool balls 47 Actress Lords or Bingham 50 It bought CompuServe 52 1987 Beatty/Hoffman flop 54 All of New Hampshire’s congressional delegation, at the moment 56 Norms: abbr. 57 “Falling Up” poet Silverstein 59 Story 61 Capital home to the Vikingskiphuset museum 62 Country artist McEntire 63 Edwards of the Carolina Panthers 65 UK reference 67 Sorento automaker

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Beginner's Belly Dance Classes Every Wednesday

Beginner's belly dance class instructed by local performer Nicole Edge. Learn the basics of American Cabaret belly dance. 15$ Wednesdays, 7-8 p.m.. 912-596-0889. edgebellydance@gmail.com. edgebellydance.com. Fitness on Broughton, 1 E. Broughton St. Beginners Belly Dance Classes

Instructed by Nicole Edge. All ages/Skill levels welcome. Sundays, 12pm-1pm. Fitness body and balance studio. 2127 1//2 E. Victory Dr. $15/class or $48/hour. Call or see website. ongoing. 912-596-0889. cairoonthecoast.com. Beginners Belly Dancing with Cybelle

For those with little-to-no dance background. Instructor is formally trained, has performed for over ten years. $15/person. Tues. 7pm-8pm. Private classes and walk ins available. Synergistic Bodies, 7724 Waters Ave. ongoing. 912-414-1091. info@ cybelle3.com. cybelle3.com. Happenstance Bellydance

All levels and styles of bellydance welcome. Classes every Monday, 5:30-6:30pm. Drop-ins welcome. $15/lesson Mondays, 5:30 p.m.. (912) 704-2940. happenstancebellydance@gmail.com. happenstancebellydance.wordpress.com. Anahata Healing Arts Center, 2424 Drayton St. Suite B. C.C. Express Dance Team

Wednesdays, 6pm-8pm. Clogging or tap dance experience is necessary. Call Claudia Collier for info. ongoing. 912-7480731. Windsor Forest Recreation Building, Windsor Forest. Dance for Peace

A weekly gathering to benefit locals in need. Music, dancing, fun for all ages. Donations of nonperishable food and gently used or new clothing are welcomed. Free and open to the public. Sundays, 3 p.m. 912-547-6449. xavris21@yahoo.com. Forsyth Park, 501 Whitaker St. Dance Lessons (Salsa, Bachata)

Learn to dance Salsa & Bachata. For info, call Austin (912-704-8726) or Omar (Spanish - 787-710-6721). Thursdays. 912-7048726. salsa@salsasavannah.com. salsasavannah.com. Great Gatsby, 408 West Broughton Street. Dance Party

Dance on Thursdays at 8pm--fun, friendship, and dancing. Free for Savannah Ballroom students. $10 for visitors ($15 for couples). free - $15 Thursdays, 8 p.m. 912335-3335. savannahballroom@gmail.com. savannahballroomdancing.com. Savannah Ballroom Dance Studio, 11 Travis Street. Disco Hustle Dance Class

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Do the hustle! A New York style Disco Hustle group class taught by Jos'eh Marion, a professional ballroom dance instructor. Sundays at 5pm. Call for pricing. Sundays, 5 p.m.. 843-290-6174. Trudancer@gmail. com. ymcaofcoastalga.org/. YMCA (Habersham Branch), 6400 Habersham St. FUNdamentals Dance Lesson

Group dance lessons every Tuesday and Wednesday at 8pm. Tuesday: fundamental steps, styling, and techniques. Wednes42 day: advanced elements. $15/person $25/

couple Tuesdays, 8 p.m. and Wednesdays, 8 p.m.. 912-335-3335. savannahballroom@ gmail.com. savannahballroomdancing. com. Savannah Ballroom Dance Studio, 11 Travis Street.

Savannah Shag Club

Wednesdays, 6pm-8pm, Nassau Woods Recreation Building, Dean Forest Road. No beginner classes at this time. Call Claudia Collier for info. ongoing. 912-748-0731.

Savannah Swing Cats--Swing Dancing

Home Cookin' Cloggers

Wednesdays, 7pm,at Doubles Lounge. Fridays, 7pm, at American Legion Post 36, 2309 E. Victory Dr. ongoing. doublesnightclub.com/. Doubles Nightclub, 7100 Abercorn St. ongoing. doublesnightclub.com/. Doubles Nightclub, 7100 Abercorn St. Sizzle: Dance and Cardio

Glor na Dare offers beginner to champion Irish Dance classes for ages 5 and up. Adult Step & Ceili, Strength and Flexibility, non-competitive and competitive programs, workshops, camps. Certified. Wednesdays.. 912-704-2052. prideofirelandga@gmail.com.

A class designed to maintain that summer body by dancing and having fun. Incorporates dance and cardio to fun, spicy songs. $10 drop in or 10 classes for $80 Tuesdays, Fridays, 10 a.m. 912-312-3549. reservetodance@gmail.com. salondebailedancestudio.com. Salon de Baile Dance Studio, 7064 Hodgson Memorial Drive.

A kids dance class with high energy music. Students learn different elements of hip hop dancing and how to put it together in a routine. $8 Thursdays, 5:15-6 p.m.. 912.312.3549. reservetodance@gmail.com. salondebailedancestudio.com. Salon de Baile Dance Studio, 7064 Hodgson Memorial Drive.

Instructor Rick Cody teaches the smooth rhythms of beach music and west coast swing. $12 drop in fee or $35 for 4 weeks Wednesdays, 7 p.m.. 912.312.3549. salondebaile.dance@gmail.com. salondebailedancestudio.com. Salon de Baile Dance Studio, 7064 Hodgson Memorial Drive.

Irish Dance Classes

Kids Hip Hop and Jazz

Kids/Youth Dance Class

Kids Group class on various Ballroom and Latin dances. Multiple teachers. Ages 4-17 currently enrolled in the program. Prepares youth for social and/or competitive dancing. $15/person Saturdays, 10 a.m. 912-335-3335. savannahballroom@ gmail.com. savannahballroomdancing. com. Savannah Ballroom Dance Studio, 11 Travis Street. Line Dancing

Take down Tuesdays. Jazzy Sliders Adult Line Dancing, every Tuesday, 7:30pm10:00pm. Free admission, cash bar. Come early and learn a new dance from 7:30pm8:30pm. ongoing. doublesnightclub.com/. Doubles Nightclub, 7100 Abercorn St. Mahogany Shades of Beauty

Dance classes - hip hop, modern, jazz, West African, ballet, lyrical and step. Modeling and acting classes. All ages/levels welcome. Call Mahogany for info. ongoing. 912-272-8329. Modern Dance Class

Beginner and intermediate classes. Fridays 10am-11:15am. Doris Martin Studio, 7360 Skidaway Rd. Call Elizabeth for info. ongoing. 912-354-5586. Salsa Group Classes

The hottest dance class around. For solo dancers or duos. $5 undefined, 5:30 p.m. 912.312.3549. salondebaile.dance@gmail. com. salondebailedancestudio.com. Salon de Baile Dance Studio, 7064 Hodgson Memorial Drive.

West Coast Swing Class

West Coast Swing Group Class Series

This 4 week class series teaches the basics of West Coast Swing. Each month will begin a new series teaching you the from the very beginning. No experience or partner required. $35 Tuesdays, 6-7 p.m.. 912.312.3549. salondebaile.dance@gmail. com. salondebailedancestudio.com. Salon de Baile Dance Studio, 7064 Hodgson Memorial Drive. Festivals

Fall Plant Sale and Mrs. Reinhard's House Sale

Savannah Area Council of Garden Clubs sale features assorted fall plants and a house sale with lots of attic treasures and bargains. Free to attend. Items for sale. Sat., Sep. 27, 8 a.m.-3 p.m. 912-355-3883. sacgc@att.net. Savannah Botanical Gardens, 1388 Eisenhower Drive. Savannah Jazz Festival: Blues Night

6 PM SSU Choir 7 PM Eric Culberson Trio 8:15 PM Steady Rollinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Bob Margolin 9:30 PM Shemikia Copeland Band 11 PM Jam Session @ Rancho Alegre Thu., Sep. 25. savannahjazzfestival.org. Forsyth Park, 501 Whitaker St. Savannah Jazz Festival: Friday

6 PM Velvet Caravan 7 PM Dee Lucas 8:15 PM UNF Jazz Ensemble 9:30 PM Rene Marie Quartet 11 PM Jam Session @ Rancho Alegre Fri., Sep. 26. savannahjazzfestival. org. Forsyth Park, 501 Whitaker St. Savannah Jazz Festival: Main Event

5 PM Doc Handy 6 PM Hall of Fame Induction and Concert, featuring Teddy Adams, Tues. 8pm-9pm and 9pm-10pm. Thur. Huxsie Scott, Eddie Pazant, Howard Paul, 8pm-9pm and 9pm-10pm. Sun. 5pmBen Riley, Delbert Felix (new inductee), 6pm and 6pm-7pm. Salon de Maile, 704B Eric Vaughn (new inductee), Dr. Randy Hodgson Memorial Dr., Savannah, 31406. Reese (new inductee) 7 PM Audrey Shakir Tuesdays.. salsasavannah.com. Quartet 8:15 PM Don Braden Quartet 9:30 Salsa Night PM Jon Faddis w/Savannah Jazz Orchestra Armstrong's Latino Heritage Week offers a 11 PM Jam Session @ Rancho Alegre Sat., night of dancing, including a few lessons, in Sep. 27, 5-11 p.m. savannahjazzfestival. the Student Union Ballroom B/C. Free and org. Forsyth Park, 501 Whitaker St. open to the public. Thu., Sep. 25, 6:30-8:30 Savannah Jazz Festival: Wednesday p.m. armstrong.edu. about.armstrong.edu/ 7:00PM Doug Carn B3 Trio 8:30PM Movie Maps/index.html. Armstrong State Univer- Night: Killer B3: A Documentary About The Hammond Organ directed & written sity, 11935 Abercorn St. Salsa Lessons by Salsa Savannah

by Murv Seymour Wed., Sep. 24. savannahjazzfestival.org. bdburgers.net. B & D Burgers (Congress St.), 912-238-8315.

So Worth Loving Pop-Up Tour Stop at One West Victory

Is it a T-shirt company or an empowerment movement? Either way, So Worth Loving is on a bus tour, and they're stopping at One West Victory, with music, t-shirts, refreshments, and a whole lotta love. Free and open to the public. Fri., Sep. 26, 6-9:30 p.m. info@ bofcreative.com. https://facebook.com/ events/1475528259364505/. onewestvictory.com. One West Victory, 1 W Victory Dr. Fitness

$6 Community Yoga Classes

Savannah Power Yoga offers a community yoga class nearly every day of the week for just $6. All proceeds support local organizations. See schedule online for details. Most classes are heated to 90 degrees. Bring a yoga mat, towel and some water. $6 $5 Mondays-Fridays, Sundays. (912) 349-2756. info@savannahpoweryoga.com. savannahpoweryoga.com. savannahpoweryoga.com/. Savannah Power Yoga, 7360 Skidaway Rd. Al-Anon Family Groups

An anonymous fellowship of relatives and friends of alcoholics. The message of Al-Anon is one of strength and hope for friends/family of problem drinkers. Al-Anon is for adults. Alateen is for people age 13-19. Meetings daily throughout the Savannah area. check website or call for info. ongoing. 912-598-9860. savannahalanon.com. Bariatric Surgery Support Group

First Wednesday each month, 7pm, and third Saturday, 10am, in Mercer Auditorium of Hoskins Center at Memorial. For those who have had or are considering bariatric surgery. Free to attend. Call or see website for info. ongoing. 912-3503438. memorialhealth.com. memorialhealth.com/. Memorial Health University Medical Center, 4700 Waters Ave. Beach Body Workouts with Laura

MONDAYS at 6:15 PM at the Lake Mayer Community Center $5.00 per session Mondays, 6:15 p.m. (912) 652-6784. Lake Mayer, 1850 E. Montgomery Crossroads. Beastmode Fitness Group Training

Train with this elite team. A total body program that trims, tones and gets results. Personal training options available. See website for info. Meets at West Broad YMCA. 5am-6am and 8pm-9pm. ongoing. beastmodefitnessga.com. YMCAWest Broad St, 1110 May St. Bellydancing Fusion Classes

Mixes ballet, jazz, hip hop into a unique high energy dance style. Drills and choreographies for all levels.Small classes in downtown Savannah, and on request. $10 per person. Email for info. ongoing. bohemianbeats.com. Blue Water Yoga

Community donation-based classes, Tues. and Thurs., 5:45pm - 7:00pm. Fri., 9:30am-10:30am. Email for info or find Blue Water Yoga on Facebook. ongoing. egs5719@aol.com. Talahi Island Community Club, 532 Quarterman Dr.

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Dance Conditioning

A class designed to enhance strength, flexibility, balance, and overall body fitness, with belly dance movements for a total workout. $10 drop in or $80 for 10 classes Wednesdays, 7 p.m.. 912.312.3549. salondebaile.dance@gmail.com. salondebailedancestudio.com. Salon de Baile Dance Studio, 7064 Hodgson Memorial Drive. Fitness Classes at the JEA

Sin, firm it up, yoga, Pilates, water aerobics, Aquasize, senior fitness, and Zumba. Prices vary. Call for schedule. ongoing. 912-355-8811. savj.org. savannahjea. org. Jewish Educational Alliance, 5111 Abercorn St. Free Caregiver Support Group

For anyone caring for senior citizens with any affliction or illness. Second Saturday of the month, 10am-11am. Savannah Commons, 1 Peachtree Dr. Refreshments. Free to attend. Open to anyone in need of support for the caregiving they provide. ongoing. savannahcommons.com. Free Dance and Fitness Classes at Lake Mayer

Every Thursday. 9:30am-10:15am Toddler Class. 12pm-1pm Adult Lunch Break Dance Class. 1:30pm-2:30pm Super Seniors Workout. 5:30pm-6:15pm Youth African Dance Fitness (ages 6-12). 6:30pm-7:30pm Adult African Dance Fitness. Wear comfortable clothing. Free and open to the public. Thursdays, 9:30 a.m.7:30 p.m.. 912-652-6784. Lake Mayer, 1850 E. Montgomery Crossroads. Dude's Day at Savannah Climbing Coop

Thursdays, 2 til 10 p.m. Savannah Climbing Coop 302 W Victory Dr, Savannah Every Thursday men climb for half price, $5. See website for info. Thursdays, 2 & 10 p.m. 912-495-8010. savannahclimbingcoop. com. Savannah Climbing CoOp, 302 W Victory Dr. Hiking & Biking at Skidaway Island State Park

Year round fitness opportunities. Walk or run the 1-mile Sandpiper Nature Trail (accessible) the additional 1-mile Avian Loop Trail, or 3-mile Big Ferry Trail. Bicycle and street strider rentals. Guided hikes scheduled. $5 parking. Open daily 7am-10pm. Call or see website. ongoing. 912-5982300. gastateparks.org/SkidawayIsland. gastateparks.org/info/skidaway/. Skidaway Island State Park, 52 Diamond Cswy. Insanity Workout Group Class

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INSANITY turns old-school interval training on its head. Work flat out in 3 to 5-min blocks, and take breaks only long enough to gulp some air and get right back to work. It's called Max Interval Training, because it keeps your body working at maximum capacity through your entire workout. $10 or $80 for 10 fitness classes Saturdays, 11 a.m. 912.312.3549. salondebaile.dance@gmail.com. salondebailedancestudio.com. Salon de Baile Dance Studio, 7064 Hodgson Memorial Drive. Israeli Krav Maga Self-Defense Classes

A system of self-defense techniques based on several martial arts. The official fighting system of the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF). Custom Fit offers individual and small group training and intensive workshops. ongoing. 912-441-4891. customfitcenter. com. Kung Fu School: Ving Tsun

Ving Tsun (Wing Chun) is the world's fastest growing martial arts style. Uses angles and leverage to turn an attacker's strength against him. Call for info on free trial classes. Drop ins welcome. 11202 White Bluff Rd. ongoing. 912-429-9241. Latin Cardio

A cardio-based workout class designed to get students fit while having fun. Latin style dances like cha cha, samba, jive, rumba, salsa. No partner necessary. Workout clothes required. $10 drop in or $80 for 10 classes Mondays, 6 p.m.. 912.312.3549. salondebaile.dance@gmail.com. salondebailedancestudio.com. Salon de Baile

Dance Studio, 7064 Hodgson Memorial Drive. Mommy and Baby Yoga

Mondays. Call for times and fees or see website. ongoing. 912-232-2994. savannahyoga.com. savannahyoga.com/. Savannah Yoga Center, 1321 Bull St. Pilates Classes

Daily classes for all skill levels including beginners. Private and semi-private classes by appointment. Carol Daly-Wilder, certified instructor. Call or see website for info. ongoing. 912-238-0018. savannahpilates.com. pilatessavannah.com/. Momentum Pilates Studio, 8413 Rerguson Ave. Piloxing

Piloxing (c) cardio fusion incorporates cutting edge research and fitness techniques to burn maximum calories, build lean muscles, and increase stamina. Uses weighted gloves, toning the arms and maximizing cardiovascular health; also includes dance moves. $10.00 drop in or 10 classes for $80 Fridays, 10-11 a.m.. 912.312.3549. reservetodance@gmail.com. salondebailedancestudio.com. Salon de Baile Dance Studio, 7064 Hodgson Memorial Drive. Pole Fitness Classes

Pole fitness classes taught by Pole Dance America's 2014 National Professional Champion and Miss Fitness 2013 & 2014, Sabrina Madsen. Pole fitness concentrates on upper body strength and overall flexibility as well dance elements. Beginner class:

LARGE

Ongoing series of 6-week classes. Thursdays. A mindful approach to pregnancy, labor and delivery. Instructor Ann Carroll. $120. Call or email for info. ongoing. 912704-7650. ann@aikyayoga.com. savannahyoga.com/. Savannah Yoga Center, 1321 Bull St. Qigong Classes

Qigong exercises contribute to a healthier and longer life. Classes offer a time to learn the exercises and perform them in a group setting. Class length averages 60 min. Any level of practice is welcome. $15 ongoing. qigongtim.com/. Anahata Healing Arts Center, 2424 Drayton St. Renagade Workout

Free fitness workout, every Saturday, 9:00 am at Lake Mayer Park. For women only. Offered by The Fit Lab. Information: 912376-0219 ongoing. Lake Mayer, 1850 E. Montgomery Crossroads. Richmond Hill Roadies Running Club

A chartered running club of the Road Runners Association of America. Monthly training sessions and seminars. Weekly runs. Kathy Ackerman, 912-756-5865, or Billy Tomlinson, 912-596-5965. ongoing.

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Pregnancy Yoga

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Tue. 8-9pm. Advanced class: Wed. 8-9pm. Stiletto Sundays 5-6pm. Open Pole, Sun. 6pm-7pm. Call for pricing. Wednesdays, 8-9 p.m. and Sundays, 5-7 p.m.. 801-6736737. info@firstcityfitness.com. First City Fitness, 2127 1/2 Victory Dr.

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by Rob brezsny | beautyandtruth@freewillastrology.com

ARIES

March 21-April 19

It’s no secret. The wealthy one percent of the population has been getting progressively wealthier. Meanwhile, the poor are becoming steadily poorer. I’m worried there is a metaphorically similar trend in your life. Am I right? If so, please do all you can to reverse it. Borrow energy from the rich and abundant parts of your life so as to lift up the neglected and underendowed parts. Here’s one example of how you could proceed: For a while, be less concerned with people who think you’re a star, and give more attention to those who accept and love your shadow side.

Aug. 23-Sept. 22

“I choose a lazy person to do a hard job,” says Bill Gates, the world’s second richest man, “because a lazy person will find an easy way to do it.” That’s good counsel for you right now, Taurus. You’d be wise to get in touch with your inner lazy bum. Let the slacker within you uncover the least stressful way to accomplish your difficult task. According to my analysis of the astrological omens, there is no need for you to suffer and strain as you deal with your dilemma.

GEMINI

LIBRA

If you don’t identify and express your conscious desires, your unconscious desires will dominate your life. I will say that again in different language, because it’s crucial you understand the principle. You’ve got to be very clear about what you really want, and install a shining vision of what you really want at the core of your everyday life. If you don’t do that, you will end up being controlled by your habits and old programming. So be imperious, Gemini. Define your dearest, strongest longing, and be ruthlessly devoted to it.

“I am a seed about to break,” wrote Sylvia Plath in her poem “Three Women.” That’s how I see you right now, Libra. You are teeming with the buoyant energy that throbs when a seed is ready to sprout. You have been biding your time, gathering the nourishment you need, waiting for the right circumstances to burst open with your new flavor. And now that nervous, hopeful, ecstatic moment is about to arrive. Be brave!

April 20-May 20

May 21-June 20

CANCER

June 21-July 22

Henri Cartier-Bresson (1908-2004) was an influential French photographer, a pioneer of photojournalism who helped transform photography into an art form. In 1986 he was invited to Palermo, Sicily to accept a prize for his work. The hotel he stayed in seemed oddly familiar to him, although he didn’t understand why. It was only later he discovered that the hotel had been the place at which his mother and father stayed on their honeymoon. It was where he was conceived. I foresee a comparable development on the horizon for you, Cancerian: a return to origins, perhaps inadvertent; an evocative encounter with your roots; a reunification with an influence that helped make you who you are today. SEP 24-30, 2014

VIRGO

As the makeup artist for the film *Dallas Buyers Club,* Robin Mathews had a daunting task. During the 23 days of shooting, she had to constantly transform lead actors Matthew McConaughey and Jared Leto so that they appeared either deathly ill or relatively healthy. Sometimes she had to switch them back and forth five times a day. She was so skillful in accomplishing this feat that she won the Academy Award for Best Makeup and Hairstyling. Her budget? A meager $250. The film was a shoestring indie production. I’m naming her your inspirational role model for the next few weeks, Virgo. I believe that you, too, can create magic without a wealth of resources.

TAURUS

inch pizza. When Jerry Miculek is holding his rifle, he can get off eight crack shots at four targets in a little more than one second. While upside-down, Aichi Ono is capable of doing 135 perfect head spins in a minute. I don’t expect you to be quite so lightning fast and utterly flawless as these people in the coming weeks, Leo, but I do think you will be unusually quick and skillful. For the foreseeable future, speed and efficiency are your specialties.

LEO

July 23-Aug. 22

With expert execution, musician Ben Lee can play 15 notes per second on his violin. Superstar eater Pete Czerwinski needs just 34 seconds to devour a 12-

Sept. 23-Oct. 22

SCORPIO

Oct. 23-Nov. 21

The English verb “cicurate” is defined as “to tame or domesticate” or “to make mild or innocuous.” But it once had an additional sense: “to reclaim from wildness.” It was derived from the Latin word *cicurare,* which meant “to bring back from madness, to draw out of the wilderness.” For your purposes, Scorpio, we will make cicurate your theme, but concentrate on these definitions: “to reclaim from wildness, to bring back from madness, to draw out of the wilderness.” In the coming weeks, you will be exploring rough, luxuriant areas of unknown territory. You will be wrangling with primitive, sometimes turbulent energy. I urge you to extract the raw vitality you find there, and harness it to serve your daily rhythm and your long-term goals.

SAGITTARIUS

Nov. 22-Dec. 21

“You can exert no influence if you are not susceptible to influence,” said psychologist Carl Jung. Extrapolating from that idea, we can hypothesize that the more willing and able you are to be influenced,

the greater your influence might be. Let’s make this your key theme in the coming weeks. It will be an excellent time to increase your clout, wield more authority, and claim more of a say in the creation of your shared environments. For best results, you should open your mind, be very receptive, and listen well.

CAPRICORN

Dec. 22-Jan. 19

Congratulations, Capricorn. Your current dilemmas are more useful and interesting than any that you have had for a long time. If you can even partially solve them, the changes you set in motion will improve your entire life, not just the circumstances they immediately affect. Of the several dividends you may reap, one of my favorites is this: You could liberate yourself from a messed-up kind of beauty and become available for a more soothing and delightful kind. Here’s another potential benefit: You may transform yourself in ways that will help you attract more useful and interesting dilemmas in the future.

AQUARIUS

Jan. 20-Feb. 18

Alan Moore is the British author who wrote the graphic novels *Watchmen* and *V for Vendetta.* He is now nearing completion of *Jerusalem,* a novel he has been working on for six years. It will be more than a million words long, almost double the size of Tolstoy’s *War and Peace,* and 200,000 words bigger than the Bible. “Any editor worth their salt would tell me to cut two-thirds of this book,” Moore told the *New Statesman,* “but that’s not going to happen.” Referring to the author of *Moby Dick,* Moore adds, “I doubt that Herman Melville had an editor. If he had, that editor would have told him to get rid of all that boring stuff about whaling: ‘Cut to the chase, Herman.’” Let’s make Moore and Melville your role models in the coming week, Aquarius. You have permission to sprawl, ramble, and expand. Do NOT cut to the chase.

PISCES

Feb. 19-March 20

For a long time, an Illinois writer named ArLynn Leiber Presser didn’t go out much. She had 325 friends on Facebook and was content to get her social needs met in the virtual realm. But then she embarked on a year-long project in which she sought face-to-face meetings with all of her online buddies. The experiment yielded sometimes complicated but mostly interesting results. It took her to 51 cities around the world. I suggest we make her your inspirational role model for the coming weeks, Pisces. In at least one way, it’s time for you to move out of your imagination and into the real world. You’re primed to turn fantasies into actions, dreams into practical pursuits.

happenings | continued from previous page short course in simple self defense techniques for adults. Uses real life scenarios designed to provide greater self confidence and empowerment. Fees vary. Every 3 days. michael@roninacad.com. roninacad.com. aikidosavannah.com/. Aikido Center of Savannah, 5500 White Bluff Rd. Ladies Day at Savannah Climbing Coop

Wednesdays, 2 til 10 p.m. Savannah Climbing Coop 302 W Victory Dr, Savannah Every Wednesday women climb for half price, $5. See website for info. ongoing. 912-495-8010. savannahclimbingcoop. com. Savannah Disc Golf

Weekly events (entry $5) Friday Night Flights: Fridays, 5pm. Luck of the Draw Doubles: Saturdays, 10am. Handicapped League: Saturdays, 1pm. Singles at the Sarge: Sundays, 10am. All skill levels welcome. Instruction available. See website or email for info. ongoing. savannahdiscgolf@ gmail.com. savannahdiscgolf.com. Savannah Striders Running and Walking Club

With a one-year, $10 membership,free training programs for beginners (walkers and runners) and experienced athletes. Fun runs. Advice from mentors. Monthly meetings with quality speakers. Frequent social events. Sign up online or look for the Savannah Striders Facebook page. ongoing. savystrider.com. SIZZLE- Dance Cardio

The hottest cardio class to keep or get you in shape for summer. Sizzle is designed to give you cardio, strengthening, and stretch training that you need for that bikini body. Enroll now and get the first class free. $10.00 or $80 for 10 classes Tuesdays, Fridays, 10 a.m. 912.312.3549. salondebaile. dance@gmail.com. salondebailedancestudio.com. Salon de Baile Dance Studio, 7064 Hodgson Memorial Drive. Tai Chi Lessons in Forsyth Park

Tuesdays, 9am-10am. $10. North End of Forsyth Park. Email for info. ongoing. relaxsavannah@gmail.com. Forsyth Park, 501 Whitaker St. Turbo Kick Cardio Workout

Lose calories while dancing and kick-boxing. No experience or equipment needed. Tues. and Thurs. 6pm, Fitness on Broughton, 1 E. Broughton Wed. 6pm Lake Mayer Community Center, 1850 E. Montgomery Crossroads. $5 ongoing. 586-822-1021. facebook.com/turbokicksavannah. Yin Yoga Workshop

Yin Yoga focuses on release of connective tissue through a relaxed practice of long, passive holds in specific postures. Taught by Andrea Martinez. $35 advance; $40 day of Sat., Sep. 27, 2:30-5 p.m. 921-200-4809. info@savannahyogabarre.com. savannahyogabarre.com. Savannah Yoga Barre, 2135 E Victory Drive. Yoga for Cancer Patients and Survivors

Free for cancer patients and survivors. 6:30pm Tuesdays. 12:45pm Thursdays. Fitness One, 3rd floor of the Center for Advanced Medicine at Memorial. Call for info. ongoing. 912-350-9031. memorialhealth. com/. Memorial Health University Medical Center, 4700 Waters Ave. Zumba Fitness (R) with April

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Nonstop Fitness in Sandfly, 8511 Ferguson Ave. $5 for nonmenbers. call for info. ongoing. 912-349-4902. Food Events

Pooler Farmers' Market

Featuring regional farmers, local cottage industries and community non-profits. Music, kids activities, sustainability lectures and cooking demonstrations--and, it's in Pooler. Free and open to the public. 4-7 p.m.. poolerfarmersmarket@gmail. com. poolerfarmersmarket.com. Pooler Recreation Complex, Pooler Parkway. Wednesday Night Supper Club

A new Savannah tradition. Gather at Pacci's community table to make new friends and share in a night of food, wine and Southern hospitality. With seasonally inspired dishes from Executive Chef, Roberto Leoci. Call for pricing. Reservations required. 7-9:30 p.m.. 912-233-6002. jackie.blackwelder@paccisavannah.com. paccisavannah.com. Pacci Italian Kitchen + Bar, 601 E Bay St. Bethesda Farm Stand

Bethesda students and staff sell fresh produce, organic garden seedlings and farm-fresh eggs. Students lead or assist in planting, cultivating and harvesting all items at Bethesda Academy using sustainable, organic farming techniques. 3-5:30 p.m.. 912-351-2061. bethesdaacademy. org. Bethesda Academy, 9250 Ferguson Ave. Taste of Tybee Business Connection

A sampling of island fare, cocktails, and music by the Train Wrecks, for Savannah Area Chamber of Commerce members and their guests. $10-$25 Sep. 25, 5:307:30 p.m. 912.644.6458. parks.chathamcounty.org/Parks/BoatRampsandFishingPiers/TybeeIslandFishingPierandPavilion. aspx. Tybee Pier Pavilion, Off HWY 80 at the end of Tybrisa St. Wilmington Island Farmers' Market

Vendors offering produce, prepared foods, crafts, plus storytime, musical performances, and community information. Every Saturday. Free and open to the public wifarmersmarket@aol.com. wifarmersmarket.org/. Wilmington Island Farmers' Market, 111 Walthour Rd @ Islands Community Church. Richmond Hill Farmers Market

The City of Richmond Hill's weekly market offers a variety of produce and local crafts to purchase as well as prepared food and entertainment. Rain or shine. Pet-friendly (on a leash please). Free to attend. 3-7 p.m.. richmond-hill-farmers-market. J. F. Gregory Park, Richmond Hill. Health

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Learn about a course on how to 'repair' your diabetes, in just seven weeks, meeting one day per week. Strategies for change, stress managing techniques, films, an offsite tour,foods that heal. Cooking demonstrations and tastings. Led by Jeff Adams and Carolyn Guilford. Meet the trainers and learn more about the program. Free and open to the public. Fees for full course. Sat., Sep. 27, 2 p.m. 912-236-8987. liveoakpl.org/. Carnegie

Branch Library, 537 East Henry St.

Armstrong Prescription Drug Drop-Off

Armstrong Atlantic State Univ. hosts a permanent drop box for disposing of unused prescription drugs and over the counter medication. In the lobby of the University Police building on campus. Open to the public 24 hours/day, year round. Confidential. All items collected are destroyed by the Drug Enforcement Administration. ongoing. 912-344-3333. armstrong. edu. about.armstrong.edu/Maps/index. html. Armstrong State University, 11935 Abercorn St. Bariatric Surgery Information Session

Information on bariatric surgery and the program at Memorial Health Bariatrics. Learn surgical procedures offered, support and education programs involved, and how bariatric surgery can affect patients' lives. Call or see website for info. Free to attend. Hoskins Center at Memorial. ongoing. 912350-3438. bariatrics.memorialhealth.com. memorialhealth.com/. Memorial Health University Medical Center, 4700 Waters Ave. Unwanted Prescription Drug Disposal

Chatham County Sherriff's office partners with the DEA to safely collect unused, expired, or unwanted prescription drugs. Collection locations at the following CVS stores: 150 Johnny Mercer Blvd,5401 Abercorn Street, 5690 Ogeechee Road. Free and open to the public. Sat., Sep. 27, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. 912-652-7682. wfwermuth@ chathamcounty.org. chathamsheriff.org. Chatham County Sheriff's Office, 1050 Carl Griffin Drive. Free Hearing and Speech Screening

Hearing: Thursdays, 9am-11am. Speech: First Thursdays,. Call or see website for times. ongoing. 912-355-4601. savannahspeechandhearing.org. savannahspeechandhearing.org/. Savannah Speech and Hearing Center, 1206 E 66th St. Free HIV Testing at Chatham County Health Dept.

Free walk-in HIV testing. 8am-4pm Mon.Fri. No appointment needed. Test results in 20 minutes. Follow-up visit and counseling will be set up for anyone testing positive. Call for info. ongoing. 912-6445217. Chatham County Health Dept., 1395 Eisenhower Dr.

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A breast feeding support group for new/expectant monthers. Meeting/gathering first Thursdays, 10am. Call or see website for location and other info. ongoing. 912-8979544. lllusa.org/web/savannahga.html. Living Smart Fitness Club

Helps everyday ordinary people with everyday ordinary problems: smoking, weight loss, phobias, fears, ptsd, life coaching. Caring, qualified professional help. See website or call for info. ongoing. 912-9273432. savannahypnosis.com.

A children's therapy group for children of GLBT parents. Ages 10 to 18. Meets twice a month. Call for info. ongoing. 912-3522611. Literary Events

An exercise program encouraging healthy lifestyle changes. Mon. & Wed. 6pm7:15pm Hip Hop low impact aerobics at Delaware Center. Tues. 5:30-7:00 Zumba at St. Joseph's Candler African American Resource Center. (Program sponsors.) ongoing. 912-447-6605.

Book Event: Politicking, by Bill Rauch

First Line is a statewide hotline for women seeking information on health services. Open 7pm-11pm nightly. ongoing. 800264-7154.

Circle of Sister/Brotherhood Book Club

Planned Parenthood Hotline

Lecture by Bill Rauch, former Beaufort, SC mayor and author of "Politicking," followed by a Q-and-A session. What it takes to run a grassroots campaign as a political outsider. Free and open to the public. Wed., Sep. 24, 5 p.m. scad.edu. Arnold Hall (SCAD), 1810 Bull St.

Meets last Sunday of the month, 4pm. Call for info. ongoing. 912-447-6605. sjchs.org/ body.cfm?id=399. African-American Health Information & Resource Center, 1910 Abercorn St.

The Chatham County Health Department is encouraging residents who may be eligible for the Functional and Medical Needs Registry to apply. The Registry is for people who may need help functioning within a general shelter or the support of medical professionals at a more specialized facility and have no other way to evacuate, in a community emergency such as a hurricane evacuation order.To apply, residents should call 912-691-7443. The application and protected health information authorization form can also be downloaded by going to www.gachd.org/chatham Every 3 days. LGBT

First City Network

Georgia's oldest LGBT organization (founded in 1985), is a local non-profit community service organization whose mission is to share resources of health care, counseling, education, advocacy and mutual support in the Coastal Empire. Members and guests enjoy many special events throughout the year, including First Saturday Socials held the first Saturday of each month at 7pm. Mondays. 912-236-CITY. firstcitynetwork. org. Gay AA Meeting

True Colors Group of Alcoholics Anonymous, a gay and lesbian AA meeting that welcomes all alcoholics, meets Thursdays and Sundays, 7:30pm, at the Unitarian UniFree Yoga in Forsyth Park versalist Church, 311 E. Harris, 2nd floor. One hour of Sadhana style of yoga, combin- New location effective 11/2012. ongoing. ing meditation, pranayama, yoga, and reiki. Georgia Equality Savannah Local chapter of Georgia's largest gay Meet near the basketball court. Free and open to the public. Mondays, Wednesdays, rights group. 104 W. 38th St. 912-547-6263. ongoing. Fridays, 8:15-9:30 a.m.. 518-788-8002. Savannah Pride, Inc. Forsyth Park, 501 Whitaker St. Health Care for Uninsured People Organizes the annual Savannah Pride FesOpen for primary care for uninsured tival and helps promote the well-being of residents of Chatham County. Mon.-Fri., the LGBT community in the South. Mission: 8:30am-3:30pm. Call for info or appointunity through diversity and social awarement. ongoing. 912-443-9409. St. Joseph's/ ness. Second Tuesday/month. Call for Candler--St. Mary's Health Center, 1302 location. ongoing. 912-288-7863. heather@ Drayton St. savpride.com. savpride.com. Hypnosis, Guided Imagery and Relaxation Therapy

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Exhibit: Savannah Historical Maps and Prints

A selection of maps and prints from the collection of John and Virginia Duncan, tracing the growth and development of Savannah through the 18th and 19th centuries, on exhibit in celebration of the City of Savannah's 225th anniversary in 2014. Free and open to the public. Through Dec. 31. savannahga.gov. Savannah City Hall, 2 East Bay Street. Midnight SpitFire Saturday Open Mic & Showcase

A midnight version of this monthly openmic showcase that incorporates music, poetry, visual art, and many other artistic forms of expression. Sign up begins at 11:30 pm. Brought to you by Spitfire Poetry Group, with support from The Performing Arts Collective of Savannah, Muse Arts Warehouse, DJ Doc Ock. $5 Spitters. $7 Sitters. Last Saturday of every month, 11:30 p.m.. musesavannah.org. musesavannah.org/. Muse Arts Warehouse, 703 Louisville Rd. Tea Time at Ola's (Book Club)

A book discussion group that meets the 4th Tuesday, 1pm. Bring a book you've read this month and tell all about it. Treats to share are always welcomed. Tea is provided. Call for info. ongoing. 912-232-5488. liveoakpl.org/. Ola Wyeth Branch Library, 4 East Bay St.

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Stand Out Youth

A gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and questioning youth organization. Meets every Friday at 7pm. Call, email or see website for info. Fridays, 7-9 p.m. 912-6571966. info@standoutyouth.org. standoutyouth.org. Vineyard Church Office, 1020 Abercorn Street.

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