Connect Savannah December 9, 2015

December 9 – 15, 2015 news, arts & Entertainment weekly connectsavannah.com

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Wednesday / 9 Mystery Redd Foxx Film

The PFS salutes the late, great comedic and dramatic actor Redd Foxx with a rare public viewing of one of his least-known performances. Unavailable commercially for decades, this controversial film divided audiences upon its initial release and is now something of an amazing time capsule of outdated cultural attitudes. Exact title remains a surprise until showtime.

8 p.m The Sentient Bean, 13 East Park Ave. $7

Theatre: The Underpants Theatre: Charlie Brown Christmas FRIDAY / 11 through SUNDAY / 13

Heart-warming musical based on the beloved cartoon! When Charlie Brown complains about the overwhelming materialism he sees among everyone during the Christmas season, Lucy suggests that he become director of the school Christmas pageant. Charlie Brown accepts, but this proves to be a frustrating endeavor. When an attempt to restore the proper holiday spirit with a forlorn little Christmas fir tree fails, he needs Linus’ help to learn what the real meaning of Christmas is.

3-5 & 8-10 p.m.

Savannah Children’s Theatre, 2160 East Victory Dr. $ 15-20 912-238-9015 savannahchildrenstheatre.org

Santa Claus Visits River Street Sweets!

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Santa Claus will visit the Habersham Village store for photos and visits.

6-8 p.m.

River Street Sweets, 4515 Habersham Rd. Free 912-201-3654 riverstreetsweets.com

FRIDAY / 11 through SUNDAY / 13

Presented by Collective Face Ensemble, the play opens with a scandal: puritanical bureaucrat Theo Maske is outraged at his wife, Louise, for allowing her underpants to fall to the ground at a parade for the king.

Fri-Sat 8 p.m., Sun 3 p.m.

Muse Arts Warehouse, 703 Louisville Rd.

Luminary Night with Mrs. Claus

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While Santa is at the Mall and making various other appearances Mrs. Claus has graciously agreed to be with us baking cookies, telling elf tales and singing traditional holiday carols. Everyone is encouraged to bring their children and their pets to walk our enchanted luminary trail, do holiday arts and crafts and enjoy caroling on hayrides.

6-8 p.m.

Skidaway Island State Park, 52 Diamond Cswy. $3, $5 parking

Thursday / 10 Beer and Hymns

Drink beer while you sing your hymns. A band will help lead in the singing and lyric sheets will be provided. Singers of all skill levels are invited to drink and sing. second Thursday of every month, 8 p.m Moon River Brewing Co., 21 West Bay St. 615-364-1571. musiqueconnoisseur@gmail. com

(it) Improv Troupe

This band of fast paced characters dive into the unknown: a world we call...improvisation. No scripts, no boundaries - only audience suggestions and bravery. Join the fun as the group creates hilarious scenarios from the wackiest improv games.

Free keg beer and photobooth pictures with the troupe before the show.

8 p.m Indigo Sky Community Gallery, 915 Waters $10

Friday / 11 Concert: A Century of Sinatra

On the eve of Frank Sinatra’s 100th birthday, Jeremy Davis and Clay Johnson, along with their band the Fabulous Equinox Orchestra, will throw the party of the century as they pay homage. Jeremy and Clay have garnered the attention of PBS producers, and this show will be filmed for their first-ever PBS special.

Davis & Johnson and the Fabulous Equinox Orchestra will perform.

7:30 p.m Charles H. Morris Center, 10 East Broad St. www.EquinoxOrchestra.com.

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Concert: Christmas Folk Choir

The Sacred Heart Catholic Church Folk Choir’s annual Christmas Concert returns after a 1-year hiatus with an evening of traditional and contemporary sacred Christmas music. The 15-member choir ensemble is led by Jenny Brown, and features vocals, guitars, mandolin, violin, flute, harmonica, and percussion, performing Christmas music in traditional folk and acoustic contemporary style. Also appearing is Nashville-based singer/ songwriter Joni Bishop.

7 p.m Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 1707 Bull St. l Free and open to the public

Concert: Holiday Pops

Holiday Pops, a perennial favorite, returns for the seventh season. Bring your friends and family to enjoy the magic, joy, and warmth of the season with the Savannah Philharmonic Orchestra and Chorus, soloists, and special guests.

Dec. 11, 7:30 p.m Lucas Theatre for the Arts, 32 Abercorn St. c $16-$75 l

Concert: Uncommon Collective

A rare appearance of the most eclectic ensemble in the Lowcounty performs an intimate and lively showcase. Be prepared to hear favorite songs arranged and performed in completely unexpected styles and forms, including bluegrass, jazz, classical and timeless selections that all audience members will appreciate, plus a few holiday tunes to keep you in the spirit of the season.

- 7 p.m Unitarian Universalist Church of Savannah, 313 Harris St. $20

The Stupidest Angel

What happens when the dumbest angel in heaven is tasked with granting a Christmas miracle to one special child?

Dec. 11-12, 7 p.m Shoestring Theatre, 611 W. Jones St. $15 , 912-398-2640. shoestringtheatre.com

Theatre: The Underpants

Presented by Collective Face Ensemble, the play opens with a scandal: puritanical bureaucrat Theo Maske is outraged at his wife, Louise, for allowing her underpants to fall to the ground at a parade for the king.

Dec. 11-13, Fri-Sat 8 p.m., Sun 3 p.m.

Muse Arts Warehouse, 703 Louisville Rd.

Theatre: Charlie Brown Christmas

Heart-warming musical based on the beloved cartoon! When Charlie Brown complains about the overwhelming materialism he sees among everyone during the Christmas season, Lucy suggests that he become director of the school Christmas pageant.

8 p.m Savannah Children’s Theatre, 2160 E Victory $15-20 912-238-9015 savannahchildrenstheatre.org

Saturday / 12 Brain & Brawn 5k and 5k Challenge

Join the Society of Women Engineers for the Brain & Brawn 5k and 5k Challenge, mixing fun, family, science and exercise.

9-11 a.m Whitemarsh Preserve Trails, Hwy 80 and Bryan Woods Rd. $25 through 11/20, $30 11/21 - 12/10, $35 12/11-12/12 757-650-9275 sceswe.org

Concert: Holiday Pops Family Matinee

Back by popular demand, this one-hour family-friendly concert brings the joy of the season to children of all ages.

3 p.m Lucas Theatre for the Arts, 32 Abercorn St. $25 for a family of 4, $10 individual tickets

Concert: Holiday Pops

Holiday Pops, a perennial favorite, returns for the seventh season. Bring your friends and family to enjoy the magic, joy, and warmth of the season with the Savannah Philharmonic Orchestra and Chorus, soloists, and special guests.

Dec. 12, 7:30 p.m Lucas Theatre for the Arts, 32 Abercorn St. $16-$75

Theatre: Hamlet

For one night only, Savannah Shakes theater troupe brings Shakespeare’s masterpiece to life on the Trustees stage, updated to 1950s America.

7:30 p.m Trustees Theater, 216 E. Broughton St. $15-25 savannahboxoffice.com

Concert: The Equinox Little Big Band Two sophisticated Southern gentlemen and the high-energy show that is Davis & Johnson present the Equinox Little Big Band.

8-10 p.m Mars Theatre, 109 S. Laurel St., Springfield $30

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$20 reserved seating $18 Theater members $16 Students/Children under 16

Sunday, Dec 13 Get tickets in advance at tybeeposttheater.org 912-472-4790

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Craft Scout Holiday Market

Luminary Night with Mrs. Claus

The market will feature a curated group of 40 local artisan and craft businesses selling handmade gifts.

10 a.m.-6 p.m American Legion, Post 135, 1108 Bull St.

Forsyth Farmers Market

Local and regional produce, honey, meat, dairy, pasta, baked goods.

9 a.m.-1 p.m Forsyth Park

Free Family Day: I Have Marks to Make

Celebrate the annual I have Marks to Make exhibition. Learn about art empowerment by creating art with different materials.

1-4 p.m Jepson Center, 207 West York St. Free

Humane Society Book Sale

All ‘parking lot’ books, videos and CDs wiljust 25¢. Don’t forget to visit the upstairs thrift store. All proceeds benefit the Humane Society for Greater Savannah.

9 a.m.-noon Humane Society for Greater Savannah, 7215 Sallie Mood Dr.

Walk the enchanted luminary trail, do holiday arts and crafts and enjoy caroling on hayrides.

6-8 p.m Skidaway Island State Park, 52 Diamond Cswy. $3, $5 parking

Ribbons for a Reason

Ribbons for a Reason and Mothers Demand Action join to remember shooting victims who died unnecessarily, demand action from legislators to this startling epidemic, and encourage others to take up this worthy cause. .

2 p.m Asbury Memorial UMC, 1008 Henry St.

Sandfly Holiday Market and Silent Auction

This year’s event will benefit the Humane Society for Greater Savannah and will feature food, drinks, live music and a silent auction. Guests can also receive a makeover before having their picture taken with their four-legged friend in the photo booth with Santa. Kids will enjoy fake snow and face painting.

1-6 p.m Sandfly Marketplace, 8511 Ferguson Avenue,

Skatefest

Ice skating sessions last 1.5 hours and all ticket purchases include skate rental.

Dec. 12-Jan. 2 Civic Center, 301 West Oglethorpe Ave. $7 single sessions, $35 for 6 sessions

Wilmington Island Farmers’ Market

Held every Saturday rain or shine.

9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Islands Community Church, 111 Walthour Rd.

Woof Woof Run

Help fight pet cancer with this fun 5k.

Other activities include a pet memorial, a PAWrade costume contest, pancake breakfast, yarn bombing, and pet portraits.

7:30 a.m Habersham Village

Theater: Hamlet

Savannah Shakes theater troupe brings the Bard to the Beach with its unique production of Hamlet for one performance only at the Tybee Post Theater.

5 p.m The Tybee Post Theater, 10 Van Horne Ave. $15-$20 tybeeposttheater.org

Monday / 14 Speaking of Savannah: Savannah’s Finest Storytellers and Provocateurs

Emergent Savannah’s final Monday Means Community of 2015. Local faves read pieces that represent the quirky, dysfunctional, sad and beautiful spirit of Savannah. Featuring Anna Chandler, Connect Savannah and COEDS; Zach Sunday / 13 Powers, local author and director of the Seersucker series; Elizabeth Rhaney of Reading of Truman Capote’s “A Armstrong’s Inkwell; Karen Wortham of Christmas Memory” Journey by Faith; and Chad Faries, local Retired Armstrong State University English author and professor. professor Dr. Robert Strozier will deliver 7 p.m the 26th annual holiday reading of Truman The Sentient Bean, 13 East Park Ave. Capote;s short story. Come early, as Free and open to the public seating is limited.

4 p.m Flannery O’Connor Childhood Home, 207 E. Charlton Street.

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news & Opinion Editor’s Note

An election without empathy

by Jim Morekis

jim@connectsavannah.com

IN THE END, Savannah got the change it needed and wanted, at great cost.

A new Mayor and Council majority will lead the city when they are sworn in this January, but only after an extremely polarizing election.

Facebook existed during other Savannah elections, but this was the first one where almost all the drama played out literally from beginning to end on social media. And like many things on social media, it seemed to bring out the worst in everything and everyone.

Looking back, it is apparent that the vast bulk of the hard feelings and ugliness gen-

the Jackson campaign, which some say was a response to our cover, also inflamed passions when it was shared virally far beyond the relatively small circulation of the Savannah Tribune in which it appeared.

Even the literal final moment of the election played out on social media, with a short iPhone video of Mayor Jackson at her campaign HQ calling Eddie DeLoach to concede her loss.

Internet stars were made. Losing to Estella Shabazz by only about 100 votes, Shaundra McKeithen parlayed her brutally honest Facebook posts into something of a cottage industry. In what it probably a first for them, the Savannah Morning News published a post virtually verbatim as an op-ed column.

McKeithen was also the target of shame-

Savannah Morning News and the Savannah Tribune aren’t afforded.

Many of these pages featured racially divisive language—and sometimes just straight-up racist language—which made all the candidate’s jobs that much harder.

In nine out of ten cases, a simple act of basic empathy—“How would I feel if someone said or shared this about me to thousands of people on social media?”—would have made this election so much less bitter, so much more substantive.

None of us were immune, with some of us being less immune than others. Passions boiled, and often boiled over. Many of us, yours truly included, were shown hard lessons about the difficulty of unringing a bell once it is rung.

Whether we actually learn from those lessons will be up to the individual. But a

In nine out of ten cases, a simple act of basic empathy— “How would I feel if someone said or shared this about me to thousands of people on social media?” — would have made this election so much less bitter, and so much more substantive.

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fully scurrilous attacks on Facebook from City Council candidate Alicia Blakely and her supporters.

One post pictured McKeithen sideby-side with a photo of an orangutan, and accompanying abusive language.

The Chatham County Democratic Party, which went all-in endorsing Blakely in the runoff despite the victorious Brian Foster seeming to run on Mayor Jackson’s unofficial slate, might now be thankful they won’t have to defend Blakely’s statements for the next four years.

(I was going to say they dodged a bullet, but that is becoming an increasingly disturbing analogy.)

John McMasters, in a previous life a Chatham County Commissioner, became a Facebook celebrity to a whole new generation for his detailed, impassioned wrapups of the many debates and forums he personally attended. A lot of us will really miss those!

Several high-profile, high-controversy Facebook pages either were started or came to prominence this election season, aided in their often-outrageous efforts by the anonymity of their proprietors—a luxury that Connect Savannah and the

new slate and a new year are great times to start.

One silver lining of this election is that it wasn’t particularly close, with no razor’s edge vote counts to contest, and no feelings that someone was robbed of a victory that was rightfully theirs.

The voice of the people, while raucous, was at least clear this time around. And that voice called for change.

It is probably not a coincidence that the two most calm and sedate people in the whole election season were mayoral candidates Edna Jackson and Eddie DeLoach themselves.

Despite whatever shenanigans people around them might have been involved with, those two remained personally above the fray for the most part.

Moving forward, the essential grace and calm demeanor of the two main combatants might the most positive thing for the City to come out of this bitter, grueling election season. cs

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erated during this election was vectored through Facebook, with its unique ability to separate people from their common sense—and often, virtually any sense of human restraint.

This election taught us all a valuable lesson on the importance of essential human empathy, something that is in exceedingly short supply today—especially on social media.

The election season literally began on Facebook when the very first mayoral challenger, Murray Silver, announced his candidacy on Facebook and conducted the bulk of his campaign there.

The mythical pseudo-candidacy of O.C. Welch was purely a Facebook figment, existing literally nowhere else.

The controversial “RIP Edna Jackson” high school video was posted and shared online, the first clear harbinger of the racial divisiveness which would come to dominate the election.

Our own now-infamous, unfortunate Norman Rockwell cover, which also became an election issue, went viral on Facebook far beyond our own print circulation.

The also-infamous “Enemies” ad from

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News & Opinion The (Civil) Society Column

Don’t call us a ‘war zone’

By Jessica Leigh Lebos

jll@connectsavannah.com

True story: Every time I’ve sat down to write the first sentence of this week’s column, I’ve gotten interrupted by news of another shooting. Or the police helicopter buzzing overhead. Or a cop car chasing down a suspect outside my office window.

The constant sirens and gunfire and constant media coverage of Savannah’s gun violence have reached next-level magnitude, and it’s feeling pretty terrifying out there. I don’t think I’m the only one who ducks and swerves every time a damn acorn hits the roof of the car. (It is small consolation that the live oaks and squirrels remain blissfully unaware of our human condition.)

Though many folks celebrated a “new dawn” for Savannah after last week’s election run-off, it’s clear that we’re still deep in the dark of night. In one week we’ve seen bullets exchanged on busy roads, a high school on lockdown, seven murders (or is

it eight?) and the windshield shot out of a moving firetruck.

We’ve been characterized by the Washington Post as the site of “the other mass shooting” that occurred the same day a couple stormed a San Bernardino social services center and killed 14 people and injured 21 others.

As the internet quibbles over the definition of “mass shooting” (is it three people shot or four? Does the perp need to be mentally ill or completely sociopathic?), not even the cheeriest publicist can pretend that our pretty little city isn’t a disturbingly embattled place.

There is no doubt that we are in the midst of a bloody and brutal struggle. We are angry and traumatized. But after I saw a friend’s Facebook plea that we stop calling it a “war zone,” I have to agree.

In these times of subjective discourse, language—and literality—is more important than ever. War only begets more violence.

War breaks the spirit.

In the words of General Sherman—the man who deemed Savannah too lovely to burn—war is hell.

I don’t want to live in hell. Do you?

For some, it’s probably easier to believe that the answer to the jacked–up violence is as simple as ridding ourselves of “the enemy.” Except that Savannah is not under attack from some foreign force.

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We know that many of those pulling triggers and committing crimes are young men of color, but they are no army. The ones terrorizing our streets aren’t even organized enough to be considered official “gangs”—the police now refer to them as “groups,” three or four youth from the same block, according to Chief Lumpkin, who addressed a press conference last week about the implementation of the city’s long-awaited anti-violence initiative, End Gun Violence: Step Forward.

“Most of these shootings are retaliatory,” said the chief. “It’s not unknown to unknown.”

The provincial origins do not diminish the stark horror of hearing a spatter of gunshots while walking the dog. But it might be helpful to understand that these are acts carried out by individuals and not coordinated efforts by some unseen evil mastermind.

Don’t get me wrong: Those endangering public safety absolutely need to be put in jail. By eliminating plea deals that enable violent offenders to serve just a few months in prison, part of End Gun Violence (formerly known as Operation Ceasefire) means more and harder prosecutions at the federal level, with no probation or chance for parole.

But the initiative has also partnered with Armstrong adjunct professor and

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professional criminal justice advocate Dr. Maxine Bryant, who addresses factors of mental health and substance abuse.

Her progressive stance towards recidivism includes better opportunities for education for the thousand or so ex-convicts who return to Savannah each year—many of them in their early 20s—stripped of their right to vote and cut off from the already pathetic job market.

Anyone paying attention knows a tremendous part of Savannah’s violence comes from a thriving drug economy that’s a far more attractive way to make a living than slinging grits for less than eight bucks an hour at some fancy tourist restaurant.

Many of these shootings are claimed as “just business.” In a city of less than 150,000 people and 25+ shootings a week, ain’t it obvious by now that it’s everyone’s freakin’ business?

This is greed and incompetency come to roost: We have kids who have been failed by a city and social service system that eats our tax money but delivers little in the way of education and occupation. And until we restore the rights of young offenders—or at least provide opportunities to earn them back—nothing will break the cycle.

But our issues aren’t simply “crime” or “systemic poverty”—though these abstracts are the only way most of us can contextualize the desperation and

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criminals as it offers information about services, SIS intercedes where cops can’t.

“More jail time isn’t a deterrent like it used to be,” says Ylana, shaking her head.

“A lot of these guys don’t expect to live past 20 anyway.”

It’s tricky and sometimes frightening work, but you might be surprised that the number one request SIS gets from the streets isn’t for more ammunition: It’s for children’s books and art supplies. Should you feel inclined, there’s a drop off box at the SIS office inside Sulfur Studios.

No one’s saying a copy of Curious George is going to solve this, but every effort to engage helps.

“There is a lot of anger out there,” acknowledges Ylana. “But don’t underestimate the small gestures.”

As I’m tapping out this paragraph to meet my deadline, another shooting just came over the wires, real close to the heart of town. Maybe it was a “domestic dispute”—whatever the hell that actually means—or maybe another kid who can’t read, write or fight. Maybe it was just business. Does it matter?

War presumes “us vs. them,” but I just can’t see Savannah that way.

What would happen if we realized the people pulling the triggers are not enemies but our neighbors in extreme distress?

What if there is only “us?” cs

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hopelessness for which guns are the ultimate conversation ender.

Some of us still suffer from the supreme delusion that the people killing and shooting and dying are somehow different from us, that their lives matter less.

That’s what war does, fabricates divisions and suffocates compassion.

There are those who continue to stitch the divide. For the last few months, the activists of Solidarity in Savannah showed up with banners of support at the site of every shooting—until there were so many that the small crew couldn’t possibly keep up. Now they’ve consolidated their efforts at weekly “hotspots” on the west and east sides, where they’ve exchanged the signs for real talk.

“The signs were a good thing—it brought awareness to these communities, but it wasn’t reaching the people we wanted to reach,” says SIS head organizer Ylana Abbott. “So we’ve been going to them, meeting them where they’re at, asking what they need.”

The aim is to “change community norms” about violence using a public health model that disrupts retaliatory violence with mediation, and SIS is slowly building a street team of ex-offenders to build those relationships.

While law enforcement’s strategy will surely round up more drug dealers and

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News & Opinion community

‘Every city is unique’

A talk with Alethea Raynor about education reform

By Orlando Montoya

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GEORGIA VOTERS next year will decide if the Governor should have the power to take over persistently “failing schools.”

But wait! Didn’t lawmakers force school reforms a few years ago? Yes. And a few years before that? Yes. And a few years before that?

Don’t get smart on me, now! Politicians love to play educators! I half expect to see some of them standing in front of a classroom sometime soon.

And Nathan Deal at a whiteboard is just about as loony a thought as many other poorly-conceived lawmaker-led initiatives. The pols never take the time to find out what works.

And what works in education reform?

“It’s never cookie cutter because every city is unique,” says education researcher Alethea Raynor. “There are very different entry points based on a lot of different dynamics.”

Raynor has been taking the time and studying education “systems” for decades now. She works from her home in Savannah with the Annenberg Institute for School Reform at Brown University.

Leading a small team, she publishes reports that help communities and districts find ways to improve educational outcomes and remove disparities.

Just don’t call her a researcher.

“I’m a researcher-practitioner,” she says. “The research is something that I do as part of my job. I’ve spent 40+ years in education and most of that time I’ve been a practitioner.”

Most people around town might know

“It’s not about equity from the sense that everybody gets the same,” says Raynor. “It’s about everybody gets what they need.”

her as one of the founders of the outspoken AMA (African-American Male Achievement) initiative and the short-lived Risers Academy.

The former focused on how black male students receive much harsher punishment compared with similar non-black classmates—the school-to-prison pipeline.

And the latter was an all-boys public school program at Hubert Middle

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“Creating a positive self-image was huge,” she says of the boys at Risers, now revamped as Paragon Academy.

“We really worked at that and then we worked at exposing them to what was out there in the community and the world greater than they were aware of.”

But these efforts were far from Raynor’s first foray into the mine field of education policy. Her career has focused like a laser beam on “equity” since the 1970’s.

Her most challenging argument, it seems to me, is that all students should not be treated equally. She says schools need to give a little extra lift to vulnerable populations.

“It’s not about equity from the sense that everybody gets the same,” she says.

“It’s about everybody gets what they need.”

She talks about giving students “culturally relevant pedagogy.” But she insists there’s no “black way” to teach.

This is one idea I don’t really understand. But unlike some people, I trust the data. A little easier concept to bring home relates to community partnerships.

She has found that when districts create a broad cross-sector of relationships with outside partners—and align those relationships with good data systems—reforms can flourish.

“This is not a single system issue,” she says. “Thinking of schools as a system, they are not the only system in that pipeline. We have the juvenile justice system, we have the law enforcement system, we have the child welfare system. All of these systems interact.”

Her recent research has taken her to Chicago, New Orleans and Nashville. These places have tried to get everybody at the table with varying degrees of success. It’s not easy.

But school reform is never easy, which leads me back to politicians. When the Governor takes over schools, will he consider data like those wielded by researchers like Raynor?

Or will he cut cookies with ideology?

Who knows. Only voters can give him the option. cs

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The Decision By The Numbers by jim morekis

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On Dec. 1, a runoff was held for three positions: Mayor, Alderman at Large Post Two, and Alderman District Two. Beginning in January after being sworn in, Eddie DeLoach will be Savannah’s next mayor, having defeated incumbent Mayor Edna Jackson. Brian Foster triumphed over Alicia Blakely for Alderman at Large Post Two. Bill Durrence won over incumbent Mary Osborne for District Two. Here’s a closer look at the key numbers:

38.99

Percentage of overall voter turnout for the election, a very high number for a runoff and higher than for the general election in November

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Turnout percentage for the highestturnout precinct, First Presbyterian; 1513 out of 2440 registered voters in the precinct voted Dec. 1

2.58

Turnout percentage for the lowest-turnout precinct, Wildwood United Methodist; only seven out of 271 registered voters in the precinct voted Dec. 1

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Winning vote margin of Eddie DeLoach over Edna Jackson

Eddie DeLoach’s early voting advantage over Edna Jackson

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I have an urge to jump off a cliff.

Does that mean I’m suicidal?

Whenever I approach a high-up balcony railing, or look over some cliff, I get this urge to jump. It’s even got a visceral component: that sub-solar-plexus twinge, if you know what I mean. I have to step away quickly, or hold on tightly. I’m just average depressed.

What’s going on? —Norbert YOU and Edgar Allan Poe both, doc. (Er, doctor—the letter-writer is the wellknown co-inventor of the lifesaving procedure known as oral rehydration therapy.)

In slightly more flamboyant language, the author described a similar sensation in an 1845 short story: “[B]ecause our reason violently deters us from the brink, therefore do we the most impetuously approach it. There is no passion in nature so demoniacally impatient, as that of him who, shuddering upon the edge of a precipice, thus meditates a Plunge.”<> Poe called this feeling “the Imp of the Perverse.” Of course, Poe was the kind of guy who would go in for a little macabre perversity. But what’s it mean for the

just-average-depressed?

More broadly, folks interested in the workings of the brain have used the imp as an entree to explore human tendencies to engage in or at least entertain the idea of behaviors—say, jumping off the Golden Gate Bridge—that seem to run counter to our self-interest. Emile Gabriel Bruneau, an MIT neuroscientist writing in Psychology Today in 2013, suggested the imp may dwell in the medial prefrontal cortex, a region of the brain that plays a role in decision-making and impulse creation. Just as important, though, is the lateral PFC, which is thought to “shackle” the imp, to borrow Bruneau’s term—so damage to this area, eroding those shackles, can lead to a loss in impulse control. Bruneau relates the story of a man who developed a sudden, inexplicable desire to view child pornography. After doctors found and removed a tumor in his orbitofrontal cortex, the urges dissipated. (Unfortunately for our protagonist, the discovery of the tumor came on the eve of his court sentencing.)

When, a year later, the man began again to contemplate pedophilia, a return trip to the neurosurgeon revealed that a small bit of tumor had been missed the first time and regrown. Relatedly, people with frontotemporal dementia often get into trouble with impulsive behavior that runs afoul of social norms—indecent exposure, undisguised shoplifting, etc.

What’s important here is that, under this theory, different regions hold each other in check, impulsewise. In Bruneau’s telling, the lateral PFC acts as the brakes of the car that our, er, shackled imp is driving (here’s hoping this guy works an EEG machine better than he works a metaphor), and it’s the medial PFC that supplies the gas. These elements together, Bruneau

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suggests, “may keep behavior in balance.”

Which is why, among many other reasons, it’s a bad idea to mess with the relevant hardware unless you have a good idea of what you’re doing: frontal lobotomies did remove unwanted inclinations, but they tended to remove all your other inclinations too.

So: one part of the brain suggests you jump, while another, ideally more persuasive part strongly favors the alternative.

But this doesn’t explain where that bizarre urge comes from in the first place. A 2012 study published in the Journal of Affective Disorders proposes it involves a different area of the brain: the amygdala, which governs “fear circuitry.” The authors, Hames et al., term the experience you describe “high place phenomenon,” or HPP—the strong impulse to leap off a balcony experienced by both the suicidal and those who aren’t even feeling particularly depressed.

Researchers surveyed subjects with and without histories of suicidal ideation regarding their experiences with HPP. They found that about three-quarters of ideators reported getting the urge, but, significantly, so did more than half of those who’d never thought of suicide.

Why did all these apparently nonsuicidal people feel like jumping? The researchers guess that it has to do with the way in which humans’ several systems

of perception, which usually operate well in tandem, can get knocked out of whack by your basic high-place-type situation.

Briefly, they propose that an unconscious instinct for self-preservation kicks in before you’ve consciously reckoned with a sense of risk, and so you back away from the edge without realizing what you’re doing or why. “It is not until moments later,” continue the authors, “when the person tries to understand his or her behavior, that the individual’s slower perceptual system kicks in and potentially misattributes the safety signal (‘Getting too close, back up’) to a death wish involving heights.” (How does one arrive at this particular misreading? Hames and co., apparently not real big Freudians, venture to blame it on the typical layperson’s shaky understanding of psychoanalytic principles, and possibly on the shakiness of the principles themselves.)

All just a big nervous-system misunderstanding, in other words. This is speculative work, but it’s an intriguing hypothesis: what seems to be a death wish may not be any sort of wish at all. Just the same, humor your Uncle Cecil and stay away from those cliffs. cs By cecil adams Send questions to Cecil via straightdope.com

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2015 Sav/Chatham County Homicide Total through Sunday Dec. 6: (19 solved)

Man kills woman, then himself in domestic dispute

‘At least two shooters’ in deadly shooting on 33rd Street

machine’s dashboard. Two firefighters were hit with shattered glass but did not require medical treatment.”

A Wednesday morning shooting near the 100 block of West 33rd Street injured three men and claimed the life of one woman.

At 1:22 a.m. Metro received a ShotSpotter alert. Metro found victims Jamond Heyward, 17, Brandy Council, 34, Jarrett Myers, 40, and Jeran Washington, 52.

Council succumbed to her injuries.

Detectives believe there were at least two shooters in this case.

Arrest in pharmacy robbery

A domestic shooting in east Savannah resulted in two deaths Thursday morning.

Just before 9 a.m. Metro responded to a reported shooting outside of an apartment building on the 500 block of Pennsylvania Avenue. Responding officers found Johnee’ Robber shot, killed Williams, 19, with a gunshot wound. WilDetectives are investigating a shooting liams died at the scene. on the 2500 block of Oak Forest Road.

“Investigators learned that Williams “Around 7 p.m. Thursday Akee Bush, 23, and her ex-boyfriend, Malique Francis, of Savannah attempted to rob Matthew 20, engaged in a verbal altercation in the Monahan, 19 from Pembroke. An altercaapartment building’s parking lot. During tion took place between the two men and the altercation, Francis reportedly shot both men were shot,” police say.

Williams, then fled on foot,” police say.

Bush was pronounced dead at the hospi“Hostage negotiators made cell phone tal. Monahan is in stable condition. contact with Francis and eventually located him at a residence on the 2200 Man shot, killed on Anderson St. block of Iowa Street. Police surrounded At about 6:27 p.m. Sunday night, Metro the property, urging Francis to surrender,” responded to the 300 block of East Anderpolice say.

“Gunfire was heard inside the residence, son Street, where Aaron Anderson, 20, was found outside of a residence with a gunshot prompting SWAT to make entry. Once inside Francis was found deceased. Inves- wound. He was transported to Memorial University Medical Center where he was tigators believe he died of a self-inflicted Portmans_ConnctSvnnh-1209_Layout 1 12/3/15pronounced 8:13 AM Page 1 deceased. gunshot wound,” police say.

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Savannah Fire Engine windshield shattered by bullet on White Bluff

“Four Savannah firefighters escaped serious injury Friday when their fire engine was struck by a bullet,” says a spokesman for Savannah Fire & Emergency Services.

“The firefighters were returning to their station just before 6 p.m. when a bullet shattered the windshield of their fire engine,” the spokesman says.

“The firefighters had just cleared up from a call. They were traveling north on White Bluff Rd. just south of Wilshire Blvd. when the bullet struck the driver’s side of the windshield,” the spokesman says.

“The bullet ricocheted against the inside of the windshield and landed on the

Police arrested Sidney Wall, 55, for a Saturday night armed robbery, at CVS Pharmacy on the 12000 block of Abercorn Street.

At 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, Metro responded to CVS, “where minutes earlier an armed male walked behind the pharmacy counter demanding prescription drugs from employees,” police say.

“The suspect left with the stolen items in his possession. Witnesses observed the suspect exit the store, then drive away in a red Ford pick-up truck.”

Officers found the truck unoccupied at a retirement community on Peachtree Drive, prompting a search. Officers found Wall, who matched the suspect’s description, walking away from the scene. Wall was detained with the stolen medication in his possession. He later confessed and was arrested without incident. cs All cases from recent local law enforcement incident reports. Give anonymous crime tips to Crimestoppers at 912/234-2020 or text CRIMES (274637) using keyword CSTOP2020.

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DECOR’s function is to estimate the spacing between aircraft on fog-bound, visually impossible runways, and apparently it must shut down whenever the airport scrambles to find an available 3.1-qualified technician.

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Weird Japan (continued): Sony manufactured a robot dog (“Aibo”) from 1996 to 2006 for a legion of pet-fanciers, but now that supplies of spare parts and specialized repairers are dwindling, many of the beloved family “canines” are “dying” off.

Not to worry, though, for many “surviving” owners are conducting elaborate, expensive -- and even religious -- burials with widely attended funerals for their Aibos. (A March 2015 Newsweek report offered a dazzling photographic array of Aibo funerals.) Aibo support groups proliferate online because, said one repair service director, “(W)e think that somehow, (Aibos) really have souls.”

Leading Economic Indicators

• Art Basel, the annual weeklong festival for “One-Percenters” in Miami Beach, is scheduled for Dec. 1 to Dec. 6, and among the many excesses is the sale of on-demand caviar, available by text message, to be delivered in person within the hour, at $275 for a 125-gram tin. Miami New Times calls Art Basel “ComicCon for the world’s moneyed elite,” and among the extravaganzas is an “exotic dance club sheltered inside a greenhouse.” Four thousand artists, from 32 countries, are participating.

• New World Order: “Crowdsourcing” start-ups (such as GoFundMe and Kickstarter) raise money online for projects such as underappreciated entrepreneurial ventures or families needing help with medical expenses. Day-trading dabbler Joe Campbell went online in November to beg for assistance after being crushed by a bet of the type that many say wrecked the U.S. economy in 2007-08. He held a pessimistic “short” position in his account on KaloBios Pharmaceuticals (KBIO) -- hoping to exploit traders overly optimistic about the company. However, overnight NASDAQ

trading awakened him with news that KBIO’s price had skyrocketed in frenzied trading and that Campbell now owed his broker $131,000 -- and Campbell’s new GoFundMe post stoically asks strangers to please help him pay that off.

Government in Action

the police report, Pernula, at wit’s end, apparently, wrote the kids’ parents by mail: “(Your) children look delicious. May I have a taste?” (2) Robinson Pinilla-Bolivar, 24, was arrested in Midland, Texas, in November, accused of threatening a woman at knifepoint because (according to the police report) she would not “smell his arm pit.”

• Charles Smith, 62, is set to drive municipal buses for Broward County, People With Issues Florida, until he retires Author Richard Britin 2020, even though his tain, 28 (and a former record includes 14 accidents champion at the popuin a recent five-year period lar British Scrabble-like (not enough for discipline, “Countdown” TV show), in that, according to conpleaded guilty in Scottract rules, not more than Sav-Raq? land’s Glasgow Sheriff four were labeled “preventCourt in November for his able” in any two consecu2014 response to an unfative years). The bus drivers’ vorable literary review union president told the by an 18-year-old superSouth Florida Sun-Sentinel market worker posting that he “can’t figure out why” on an Internet site. Britsome drivers just get into tain had acknowledged more accidents than others. some criticisms of his Elsewhere in transit news, book “The World Rose” notorious serial New York in a blog, but said other “joydriver” Darius McColcritics had compared him lum, 50, commandeered to Dickens, Shakespeare yet another bus and was and Rowling. However, he arrested on Nov. 11. He faces confessed, when he read the clerk’s review, jail time, just as he has already served he searched for her online, found where for more than two dozen bus- and trainshe worked, traveled 500 miles to the store ”borrowing” incidents. (Based on news and knocked her out with a wine bottle to reports of McCollum over the years, he the back of the head. (She was treated and nonetheless might be a better bus driver released at a hospital.) than Charles Smith.)

• The federal government confiscated Least Competent Criminals more property from citizens (through • Recurring Theme: The job market “civil asset forfeiture”) in 2014 than burin Wayne County, Michigan, is apparglars did, according to FBI figures pubently tough to crack, which led John Rose, licized by the independent Institute for 25, to the county sheriff’s office looking Justice (and that did not count state and for a job. He finished the paper applicalocal government seizures, which are not tion in November and was awaiting his uniformly reported). None of the governments is bound by law to await convictions interview when deputies called him back.

As he walked through the door, he was before exercising seizure rights. (Some arrested, since a routine check had turned of the seized assets must eventually be up numerous outstanding charges in Kenreturned to private-party victims, but news reports abound of suddenly enriched tucky including multiple counts of rape, sexual abuse and sodomy. police departments and other agencies • Not Ready for Prime Time: A crew of being “gifted” with brand-new cars and other assets acquired from suspects never masked home invaders struck an Orlando, Florida, family in October and were preconvicted of crimes.) paring a haul of about $100,000 in cash More Things to Worry About and property when one of the perps got (1) Carrie Pernula, 38, was arrested in testy with the family’s barking dog. “Back Champlin, Minnesota, in October after a up, Princess,” the masked man said, inadperhaps too-aggressive strategy for quietvertently revealing that he was on a firsting raucous neighbor kids. According to name basis with the dog and therefore a

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family acquaintance. The victims, piecing together other clues, identified Christopher Jara, who was soon arrested.

Recurring Themes

• Inexplicable: He was a “well-traveled professional with close to seven figures in the bank,” according to a November New York Times profile, who had recently, gradually given $718,000 to two Manhattan psychics who had vowed to help reunite him with a former love (even though she is dead and, said one, reachable only if he built an 80-mile bridge of gold past her “reincarnation portal”). Though the psychics have been identified, a private investigator said the very personality problems that made the man a victim will also make him a “terrible witness” in court.

• Readers’ Choice: Massachusetts became perhaps America’s most religiously advanced state in November when its Registry of Motor Vehicles implicitly granted official recognition to the Church of the Flying Spaghetti Monster (whose adherents believe, generally, that hard evidence of God’s existence is no stronger than that of FSM’s existence). Ms. Lindsay Miller of Lowell proudly displayed her driver’s license, whose photo is of Ms. Miller wearing a metal colander on her head -- since a “religious” head covering is the only type permitted in official ID photos. (FSM’ers are known as “Pastafarians.”) (As News of the Weird has reported, the Czech Republic issued at least one official “colander” ID in 2013, and in January 2014, Pastafarian Christopher Schaeffer took his seat on the Town Council of Pomfret, New York, decked out in his finest colander-ware.)

A News of the Weird Classic (April 2011)

At a George Washington University men’s basketball game on March 5 (2011), accounting department professor Robert Kasmir was honored at halftime for being one of the elite financial donors to the university, but he failed to make it to the end of the game. He was ejected from the Smith Center arena in the second half for harassing a referee. cs By chuck shepherd UNIVERSAL PRESS SYNDICATE

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After their tour bus plummeted from a viaduct near Bath, England, resulting in severe injuries for the band and passengers, it would be easy to understand why

Baroness might want to call it quits.

They did just the opposite.

Vocalist/guitarist John Baizley has said that the Georgia metal band’s forthcoming album, Purple, available December 18, is the final word on the band’s highly-publicized 2012 crash. Even in the days following, the band was quite vocal

about continuing (“Baroness doesn’t stop because we got hurt on the way to work,” Baizley said in a letter on the band’s website).

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have laid out all the anguish and uncertainty of the past few years and built a towering fortress around it. Single “Shock Me” comes lilting in with an unexpected synth lead and warm, carefully spaced guitar picking, only to be toughened up with a layer of signature Baroness distorted guitar: fizzy and terse in the tradition of classic metal. When a harmonizing guitar comes in to coax the song into the verse, it’s nothing less than perfect; Baroness has created an album that’s unusual and timeless in its innovation. There’s triumph here, defiance and beauty and marrow.

Single “Chlorine & Wine” begins with transcendental ease: Baroness’s style is often labeled “intelligent metal,” “genre-defying,” and “lineblurring,” but this is just plain beautiful. As forerunners, the band’s gutsy risk-taking has given other metal bands permission to explore gentler sides of music-making, and the delicateness of “Chlorine & Wine” encapsulates that

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“When I called on my nursemaid/come sit by my side/but she cuts through my ribcage/and pushes the pills deep in my eyes,” Baizley sings, a clear documentation of his time spent in the hospital post-accident.

There’s a certain amount of physicality in the album’s imagery—bones are buried, lungs deflate. Water plays a huge role, golden anchors cast into the harbor. Soaring leads, turns like the end of “Kerosene,” which declares, “I’ll lay in the sun,” bring in a resilient sense of triumph.

Fridmann has handled vocals with glorious care; the chorus harmonies of “Chlorine & Wine” build like a choir; you can’t help but raise your hands and sing along.

As Baroness carries the listener out with “If I Have to Wake Up (Would You Stop the Rain)” and 17-second experimental clip “Crossroads of Infinity,” there’s a palpable sense of closure. Perhaps even better, there’s a fighting spirit for the future.

With plans to roll “’till the wheels fall off,” we’re lucky to see what else our hometown heroes have in store. CS

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“We didn’t want to make a mellow, sad, dark thing,” vocalist/guitarist Pete Adams said in a press release for Purple. “We needed to be up-tempo.

We needed to be melodic, and it also needed to be aggressive. In all of that, I think we were able to get out everything we felt, all of the emotion involved, everything from being angry to wanting to continue to push forward.”

Upon the amicable departure of their rhythm section (Matt Maggioni and Brian Blickle), Adams and Baizley recruited new bassist/keyboardist Nick Jost and drummer Sebastian Thomson, whose contributions solidify Baroness the unstoppable force it’s always been.

Dave Fridmann, a producer longadmired by Baizley, is at the helm for Purple; though his lauded projects differ greatly from Baroness stylistiJohn Baizley’s album art for Purple. cally (ten records for The Flaming Lips, Sleater-Kinney’s The Woods, OK Go, MGMT, and more), his caring approach to space, texture, and layered dynamics is key in Purple’s success. guitar leads and high-hat heavy drums. It Purple approaches with fists swingcurls its claws around the listener; don’t ing on first track “Morningstar.” A thick, expect to look back. muscular verse opens up into an anthemic The record has this invincible tenderchorus, diving back down into dueling ness about it, as if Baizley and company

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Uncommon Collective Celebrate the season with SAV’s newest supergroup

By ANNA CHANDLER

anna@connectsavannah.com

When Savannah harpist Kristin King wanted to bring new flavor to her set, she didn’t have to look far. As co-owner of New Arts Ensembles, a local live music coordination company, and an impassioned contributor to the Savannah music scene, King called upon nearby friends and colleagues to form Uncommon Collective. With vocalists Trae Gurley and J.J. Collins, guitarist Bill Smith, mandolin player Cory Chambers, and bassist Linus Enokkson, this super-group delivers top musical chops and memorable holiday favorites on Friday as a part of the UU Spotlight Music Series.

We chatted with Kristin King about blending genres, picking the perfect songs, and having a blast with a pleasantly surprising bandmates.

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How did Uncommon Collective come together?

I was asked to play a solo concert for the Unitarian church series in Bluffton... when I started brainstorming ideas, I found myself being uninspired. As a booking agent with New Arts Ensembles, I know all these wonderful musicians who I book all the time—gosh, Bill Smith I’ve been booking for ten years, Cory Chambers with City Hotel since he moved here five years ago, and Trey [Gurley], as well, l’ve known since I first got here. So I started thinking about all these great musicians and started thinking about songs I wanted to do, and they all seemed to have some common theme or styling I thought was unique, and it was covers done in a unique way.

I really wanted the opportunity just to be creative with mandolin, guitar, upright bass, and male/female vocals, so that’s really how it happened. I thought it’d be more fun to do this!

How does that sound when everyone comes from such varied backgrounds?

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Bill Smith, J.J. Collins, Kristin King, Linus Enokkson, Trae Gurley, and Cory Chambers. Photo by Obscura Photoworks

everyone’s involved in different styles and disciplines?

it. We’re keeping a lot of the songs we did for the concert back in October: there’s ‘House of the Rising Sun,’ we do a mashup Yeah, and I also basically just came up with of Trey singing ‘Fly Me to the Moon’ a repertoire I thought would be cool, and with harp and bass going into ‘I Will Surmet initially with J.J. Collins...she’s big on vive,’ because it’s the exact same chord having a theme or some type of common progression. thread that weaves throughout the whole It’s stuff like that that’s fun and everyprogram. body can connect with. And a little solo It was supposed to be a one-off—it wasn’t harp, classical, some instrumental pieces, supposed to be anything we were going to ‘Moon River,’ classic pieces everyone do again, but we had such a great response, enjoys. We try to have pieces that work and then word got back to the Unitarian with each vocalist and give them opportuchurch here in Savannah, and they added a nities to really shine. concert to their series.

What’s it like working with everybody?

They wanted us to incorporate some holiday stuff, so I picked some tunes I felt would be really great for this instrumenta- It’s so fun! A lot of the projects I’ve been working on lately, it’s all men; it’s so great tion and would fit with our style, and they to have J.J. there and to help balance out sound great! the female power because out of all the folks, J.J. and I are the only Type As! What’s the repertoire like?

We practice at my house, and we played We added in a really cool version of ‘Carol through everything, all put in our twoof the Bells’ that has Bill Smith really shin- cents as to what feels right when we’re ing on guitar—it’s more like a flamencodoing this set. These are all professionals, style, Spanish-style guitar. It kind of has they’re all top notch, and this is going to be Mannerheim Steamroller feel, but obvigreat. ously we don’t have the percussion.

What’s the future hold for Uncommon We do a lot of mashups because it’s Collective? really fun to blend and transition songs when you’re doing all covers—so we’re I don’t know that we’ll ever have another doing a mashup of ‘God Rest Ye Merry show! I wasn’t planning on having a second Gentlemen’ and ‘We Three Kings,’ but in one. It’s nice to do something for the sake this really funky, backbeat bassline, and of a creative project. Society tells you to it definitely has more of a bluegrass feel to

have an endgame—what’s the bigger goal?

That’s how I’m normally programmed, and to be involved in something and be like, ‘This is the endgame, we’re doing the endgame, this is just fun.’ I struggle with taking myself too seriously sometimes, and it helps to have others around me to balance that give perspective and let me relax and enjoy.

It’s just kind of a jam session, really! Just more structured, anticipated and intentional, and with some awesome musicians.

That’s kind of the feel that I want the patrons to have: to be able to feel like they’re sitting around in a living room with six musicians calling out songs, and you connect in some way with one or all of them. They might not get the opportunity to see this again! It’s a special performance, just for this.

The Unitarian church is doing a nice reception after with mulled wine and cookies. It’s a good opportunity to see musicians people might know from other groups, but see them in a completely different environment and see them performing things people would not usually see them doing. CS

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By Anna Chandler anna@connectsavannah.com

Niche, Caustic Casanova, Wax Ligature @The Jinx

An early signee to Kylesa’s Retro Futurist Records, Caustic Casanova is pushing genre and style in some of the most original ways we’ve seen in 2015. Blending space rock reverberation and echo with post-punk attack and a dismantle-it-all-and-solder-itback mentality, their September release, Breaks, is a fascinating listen.

Retro Futurist is truly a diverse roster—Burnt Books is a downright incendiary take on artful hardcore, Niche a ‘70s-influenced force of rock ‘n’ roll, Crazy Bag Lady a punk band laden with infectious hooks. If anything, you know it’s a Retro Futurist band if it packs a punch that hits you right in the gut, that has some kind of true, feral fury in it.

That’s where Caustic Casanova comes in. If you like gutsy, raw stuff and music that can’t fit nicely in a tiny little box of genre, you’ll want to be at this show.

Niche headlines; check out opener Wax Ligature, a new Savannah band.

Friday, December 11, 9 p.m.

Folks are still talking about when Tatsuya Nakatani came through town last year, playing a solo set of his percussive soundscapes and set with a small gong orchestra comprised of Savannah locals.

While your neighbors won’t be up there to bang a gong this year, Nakatani’s performance is not one to miss for those interested in rhythm, alternative soundmaking, or just a completely one-of-a-kind night out.

On this tour, Nakatani is collaborating with soprano saxophonist Michel Doneda from Toulouse, France. One of the most prominent improvisational musicians in Europe, Doneda met Nakatani in 2002 in Toulouse; the two went on to perform and record with alto saxophonist Jack Wright in 2004. From there, a trio, From Between, was formed.

Their work as a duo has taken Nakatani and Doneda from Poland to Canada to Japan and more; the two have played many festivals together and worked with a variety of renown players, poets, and dancers.

A “Mystery Quartet,” dreamed up by Jeff Zagers, will open the evening.

Tuesday, December 15, doors at 7:30 p.m., show at 8 p.m., all-ages, $13 advance via Eventbrite.com Tatsuya Nakatani Photo by Makoto Takeuchi

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With Savannah nightlife icons Nicodemus and Anitra Opera Diva at the helm, Electric Lucifer Night promises to be an evening of the unexpected, experimental, and electronic.

Nicodemus and Anitra Opera Diva’s duo Men Smash Atoms is a study in dark, experimental dance music. Elusive and a little wicked with intense synthesizers, spoken verses, and the undercurrent of Anitra Opera Diva’s weaving vibrato, Men Smash Atoms is an unforgettable experience to check off your Savannah bucket list.

Savannah’s Vinay Arora will send a shockwave of sexy grooves through the floor; songs like “Here Comes the Rain Again,” featuring Kelly Perry, leads with a pulsating, meditative, slow-growing synth lead, as textural strokes ease in and beats begin to crash around it all.

Infinite Neutral unfurls with steady-building effects and memorable leads on “This Was New York”—think trace-inducing trip-hop.

Topping it all off is Skippy Spiral—you may recognize him as the accordion-toting clown who acts as The Savannah Sweet Tease Burlesque Revue’s emcee and comic relief. When he’s not entertaining between acts, he makes spectral electronic music perfect for soundtracking your evening cemetery stroll.

Nicodemus aims to promote a series of electronic music events, beginning with Electric Lucifer Night. He hopes that, eventually, the evenings will grow into an annual electronic music festival here in Savannah; get out and support this first effort.

Saturday, December 12, 10 p.m., $5

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Culture the art•Beat of savannah Interior designs by Mary McDonald.

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By Kayla Goggin

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DEC 9-DEC 15, 2015

UNTIL December 18, Telfair Museums’ Jepson Center for the Arts will be home to one of the season’s most sumptuous displays: the second annual Rooms With A View installation.

The two-week long exhibition (presented by the Telfair Academy Guild) is an interior design showhouse built inside the Jepson Center’s Eckburg Atrium. Six rooms have been created and designed by local interior designers and the internationally acclaimed designer Mary 24 McDonald.

Given the rare opportunity to create whatever they wanted, the designers were also invited to pull inspiration from the Jepson Center’s Monet and American Impressionism exhibit.

Local designers were handpicked to participate by the Rooms With A View committee and the exhibit co-chairs, Gail Lawrence and Judith Crawford. Returning designers from last year’s event include Anne Hagerty and Leah Bailey of LGB Interiors.

Also on the interior designer roster are Lukejohn Dickson, Deborah Morcott, Narissa West Brown, Lynn Rahn, Brook Thomas, and Peter E. Roberts.

Rooms With A View is a unique chance for museum-goers to get a taste of interior

Jepson hosts Rooms With a View’ interior design exhibit

design as a labor of art which has been carefully considered and created with specific intention. Lawrence, a participating designer as well as event co-chair, calls it an “exhibit within an exhibit”.

“People ask how interior design has anything to do with art and I tell them it’s a wonderful dovetailing of two experiences,” she tells me.

“Every home has art, whether it’s an expensive poster or your own children’s drawings, or very, very expensive art from the international market – every home has art. It’s people’s reactions to that art that sometimes drives how a room is going to be decorated.”

Interior design is unfortunately one of the more easily dismissed kinds of art

experiences, perhaps because we encounter it frequently enough to take it for granted. After all, purposefully designed spaces – the experience of which has been manipulated through the use of spatial volume and decoration – are the first form of installation art any of us encounter.

Those who would dismiss the medium as a bourgeoisie diversion should recall not just its aesthetic value, but its practical values as well: interior design is used to influence everything from the healing atmosphere of healthcare facilities to the efficiency of industrial spaces.

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interior designer has done their job well you probably won’t notice their hand at all, but you’ll certainly feel the results.

Rooms With A View gives attendees the chance to appreciate interior design with the same attention they might give to the American Impressionism exhibition in the upstairs galleries. It’s also an opportunity for local designers to show off their skills.

“It gives [them] the chance to do something they’d maybe love to do for a client, but would perhaps never have the opportunity to do,” Lawrence explains.

“Whether that’s a color, creating something fantasy-based, or doing something totally new.”

The rooms constructed in the Jepson Center’s impressive, airy atrium are the product of a community effort—sponsors like Martin & Zittrouer Construction, AWD Woodcrafters, and Savannah

Kitchen and Bath worked alongside the designers to build a space that feels real and grounded.

The open floor plan allows the 8’x8’ rooms to flow into one another, giving viewers a blend of the gallery and showhouse experience as they immerse themselves in furnishings and textiles from around the world. All of the items displayed in the individual rooms are available for purchase, with 20 percent of the proceeds going back to support Telfair Museums.

Five of the rooms focus strictly on the individual designer’s vision, but one room is devoted to a version of the classic Parisian “artist’s salon.”

The salon room, designed by Peter E. Roberts, features artwork from five local, award-winning artists. At the time of publication the artists’ names have not been revealed, but I’m assured their work is

Rooms With A View at the Jepson Center in 2014.

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worthy of celebration.

The inclusion of a salon room is interesting when considered as part of a conversation with the Monet and American Impressionism exhibition on simultaneous display.

The Salon is a famous bit of art history —it was the official art exhibition of the Academie des Beaux-Arts in Paris during the 18th and 19th centuries. Notoriously dedicated to the display of academic (or “traditional”) painting, its juries rejected the avant-garde and Impressionism with such fervor that Napoleon III was forced to create the Salon des Refuses, or the “exhibition of rejects”.

The Salon des Refuses heralded in the age of the avant-garde with its inclusion of works by Whistler, Manet, and Pissarro.

Manet’s Le Déjeuner sur l’herbe (Luncheon on the Grass), debuted there to shockwaves of scandal that would fuel the moral

outrage of art critics for a century to come.

The works of Monet would follow with similar critical confusion a few years later.

Though the spaces of Rooms With A View may not feature literal translations of Impressionistic artworks, they undoubtedly exist in the same spirit, as part of the same tradition of broken art world boundaries. How often is it that we see interior design celebrated as high art? Maybe the art world has been missing out. cs

Rooms With A View

Where: Telfair Museums’ Jepson Center for the Arts When: December 3 - 18, 2015 (Open 10am 5pm Tuesday - Saturday; Open 12pm - 5pm Sunday - Monday) Info: telfair.org, 912-790-8800

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To Be Or Not To Be, DADDY-O Savannah Shakes performs Hamlet, updated to Beat Generation 1950s by jim morekis

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DEC 9-DEC 15, 2015

SAVANNAH SHAKES was formed last year specifically to revive the spirit of The Bard in Savannah, invoking the success of the days of Shakespeare in the Park performances here which routinely drew thousands to Forsyth Park.

So far things are going swimmingly.

Their summer inaugural production, The Taming of the Shrew—updated to the time period immediately following World War II—sold out five of six performances at Muse Arts Warehouse.

“One thing that really worked with us on Shrew was making that poster and using an iconic image of Rosie the Riveter to sort of forewarn people what they were about to see,” says Sheila Lynne Bolda, co-founder of Savannah Shakes and director of Shrew. “It really raised interest and really worked well with our production design ideas.”

Shrew kicked off an ambitious play cycle from Savannah Shakes which moves in chronological order from that time to the present day. Their newest production, the tragedy Hamlet, is set in 1950s America.

“We’re merging ‘50s iconography in communicating to the audience what they can expect,” says Bolda, who also plays Hamlet’s mom, Gertrude.

This time around, Savannah Shakes cofounder Christopher Soucy is directing.

“This is sort of a clash of the iconic ‘50s— as sold to us through TV shows like ‘Leave It To Beaver’ and ‘Father Knows Best’—vs. the beginnings of the Beat Generation,” says Soucy.

“We liken Hamlet to Jack Kerouac, sort of a brooding, artistic, emotional person in a sterile environment.”

Declaring “the ‘50s weren’t what we were sold,” Soucy says “there was turmoil and the emergence of rebellious youth.

That’s where Rebel Without a Cause and The Wild Ones came from. The counter culture in the ‘50s was actually very vibrant—it formed what the ‘60s were to be like.”

So how do you overlay that template 26 onto the story of Hamlet, the Danish

Jeremiah Kiser plays Hamlet; other cast members include Sheila Lynne Bolda as Gertrude, Zachary Burke as Claudius, Sam Collura as Laertes, Abigail Eller as Ophelia, Marshall Frey as Polonius/Gravedigger, and Travis Spangenburg as Horatio. Photo by Megan Jones

prince dealing with the murder of his father by his father’s brother, who goes onto marry Hamlet’s widowed mother?

“There’s a very interesting duality going on,” explains Soucy. “The royal family assumes the purity and innocence of a sterile world.”

Seeing Hamlet’s mother Gertrude and his murderous uncle Claudius as “Ward and June Cleaver archetypes,” Soucy says, “A troublesome emotional force shakes the status quo, and makes that sterile environement suddenly not so safe. This is very much the story of shaking off what we know to be a façade.”

One big difference between Shrew and Hamlet is the venue—or venues. This Sunday the show will be at the recently restored Tybee Post Theatre, which has

very minimal lighting and sound. Saturday night’s show will be in the much larger Trustees Theatre downtown.

Soucy acknowledges both the challenge and the opportunity.

“Absolutely it’s been challenging having two very different venues. In the Tybee Post Theatre, there will be very much a trunk show feel. We’ll invade the space given our limited time inside of it to prepare.”

Saying that feel will be closer to a historic Elizabethan production in feel, he says, “Since we’re given to a minimalist mindset anyway, this will be almost like a dream—a suggestion of place and time.”

The Trustees show in Savannah, on the other hand, “will really give a sense of the grandeur of the setting and this amazing

sense of place. The larger venue will be more like a Shakespeare in the Park sensation, of playing to a vast area.”

Savannah Shakes’ next show, in 2016, will be Much Ado About Nothing.

“Shakespeare is a necessity,” concludes Bolda. “One cast member said, ‘I’ve never read Hamlet before, but I’ve always wanted to do Shakespeare.’ This is such a necessary thing to share.” cs

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Prints from the Collection — This exhibit features approximately 40 European and American works dating from the 16th century through 1945 and includes works by Rembrandt, Cezanne, Degas, Renoir, Goya, and others.Telfair Academy of Arts and Sciences, 121 Barnard St.

Focus 150 — Exhibition highlighting small works priced anywhere from 5 to 150 dollars.

Inspired by the season, the artists of Kobo Gallery have crafted original holiday decorations to be sold during the opening reception.

Featured artists include, Heather Lindsey Stewart, Christi Reiterman, Logan Miller, Susanne Carmack, Christina Edwards, Doris Greider, Marta McWhorter, Tobia Makover, Jan Clayton Pagratis, David Kaminsky, Dana Richardson, and Dicky Stone. Opening reception Dec. 12, 6-9pm. Dec. 12-31. Kobo Gallery, 33 Barnard Street

Richard Law — Richard Law’s work reflects the experiences of his life. Through Dec. 31. Beach Institute, 502 E. Harris St.

Continuing Exhibits City Transversed — Lisa D. Watson’s wall pieces are made with 90% reclaimed materials. On display will be the I-95 - Savannah River Bridge, CSX - Savannah River Bridge, the Houlihan Bridge, the Talmadge Memorial Bridge, Factors Walk, RRX - Henry Street and Islands Expressway Bascule Bridge. Through Dec. 31. City Hall, 2 East Bay Street.

Couer de Lion jewelry trunk show — Coeur de Lion jewelry is handmade in Stuttgart, Germany using a combination of various elements such as steel, glass, rhodium, and Swarovski to create timeless, stunning, and high-quality designs. Grand Bohemian Gallery is pleased to be the exclusive dealer of Coeur de Lion in Savannah. free Through Dec. 31.

The Grand Bohemian Gallery, 700 Drayton St. Eclectic Encounters — Telfair Museums houses more than 6,500 objects in its permanent collection. Eclectic Encounters gives an inside look to works that have not been seen by the public in over 10 years.

The exhibit features pieces that cross time periods and art movements. Through Feb. 18, 2016. Jepson Center for the Arts, 207 West York St. Ed Jones and Daniel Smith — Ed Jones displays his sculpture and Daniel Smith shows his paintings. Through Dec. 31.

HospiceSavannah.org/ArtGallery. Hospice Savannah Art Gallery, 1352 Eisenhower Drive.

European Jewelry by Coeur de Lion Trunk Show — Through Jan. 3, 2016. grandbohemiangallery.com/. The Grand Bohemian Gallery, 700 Drayton St.

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Floresco — Floresco is a solo exhibition of work by sculptor John Bisbee. SCAD Museum of Art, 601 Turner Blvd.

Folk Art: Simply Profound — Exaggeration and simplicity converge to describe the innermost soul of the folk artist as he deals with God, family and the human condition. Through Jan. 15, 2016. Beach Institute, 28 502 E. Harris St.

Closing discussion for ‘Work Art Work’ at Indigo Sky, about the work of the late Jeff Work, is this Saturday from 6-9 p.m.

From Bankers to Presidents: The Work of Joseph Gallettini — Gallettini was Savannah’s foremost ship model builder, and his work is displayed at the museum. Through Dec. 31. Ships of The Sea Museum, 41 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd.

Jonathan Gregory Keller — Jonathan Gregory Keller lives and works in Savannah. From an early age he was interested in the arts and loved to create abstract artwork.

Through Dec. 31. Jewish Educational Alliance, 5111 Abercorn St.

The Highwaymen — The exhibit features several well known black artists known as The Highwaymen. A total of 26 artists, one woman and twenty-five men, traveled the highways of Florida from the early 1960s to the early 1990s selling oil paintings from the trunks of cars. Through Dec. 31. Beach Institute, 502 E. Harris St.

The Making of Dakota Jackson — First major museum exhibition of Jackson’s work and retrospective of the visionary furniture designer’s life. Through Jan. 18, 2016.

SCAD Museum of Art, 601 Turner Blvd.

History, Labor, Life: The Prints of Jacob Lawrence — “History, Labor, Life: The Prints of Jacob Lawrence” explores three major themes of Lawrence’s larger oeuvre and specifically focuses on his graphic work.

SCAD Museum of Art, 601 Turner Blvd.

House Blend — A group exhibition featuring the talented staff and friends of Gallery Espresso. Gallery Espresso, 234 Bull St. I Have Marks to Make — Celebrating the therapeutic power of art for more than two decades, Telfair’s annual I Have Marks to Make exhibition features work by individuals of all ages with disabilities and work by others making art in rehabilitation from injury or illness. Jepson Center for the Arts, 207 West York St. Irons for the Ages, Flowers for the Day — Large-scale installation by Beijing-based sculptor Li Hongbo, who primarily uses handmade paper to create visually compelling and malleable sculptures that challenge the viewer’s perceptions of metamorphosis in sculpture. SCAD Museum of Art, 601 Turner Blvd.

Mickalene Thomas at Giverny — In her reimagined renderings, the artist replaces the European subjects of these images with powerful and glamorous African American women, inviting questions about conventional beauty, racial identity, and the traditional art historical narrative. Through Jan. 3, 2016.

Jepson Center for the Arts, 207 West York St. Monet and American Impressionism — The Jepson brings four paintings of French master Claude Monet to Savannah for the first time in the city’s history. Monet galvanized the work of countless artists as a founder of the French art movement Impressionism. Jepson Center, 207 West York St. Other Voices, Other Cities — “Other Voices, Other Cities” is an exhibition of works from an ongoing series by artist Sue Williamson that explores the definition of place to cities and citizens. SCAD Museum of Art, 601 Turner Blvd.

Patch Whisky — From murals to museums, Patch Whisky’s bright and playful characters have engaged and delighted viewers since 2008. The Butcher Tattoo Studio, 19 East Bay St.

Rooms With A View: Holiday Impressions — The Telfair Academy Guild presents the Second Annual Rooms With A View: Holiday Impressions exhibit. This two-week-long show features local interior designers along with the internationally acclaimed designer Mary McDonald. “Rooms” will be constructed in the Jepson Center atrium, transforming it into a dazzling showhouse. Through Dec. 18.

Jepson Center for the Arts, 207 West York St. Sharon Saseen and Marisa Alvarez — December featured artists are Sharon Saseen whose Savannah scene paintings are described as delicate and whimsical and Marisa Alvarez who creates one of a kind jewelry pieces many from reclaimed items and stones. Through Dec. 31. Gallery 209, 209 E River St. The Storyteller — Exercise your creativity with a collection of narrative works

by Elmer Ramos. These Monotypes and Serigraphs invite the viewer to experience their own version of the story. Through Jan. 31, 2016. foxyloxycafe.com/. Foxy Loxy Cafe, 1919 Bull St. Student, Instructor and Staff Exhibition Art Sale — Throughout the year, the City of Savannah’s Department of Cultural Affairs offers over 50 classes and workshops in ceramics, metalsmithing, fused and stained glass, painting and mixed media for youth and adults. The 3rd Annual Student, Instructor & Staff Exhibition & Art Sale will be exhibiting works created in these classes and workshops. Through Jan. 15, 2016. City of Savannah Department of Cultural Affairs, 9 West Henry St. Work Art Work — Indigo Sky Community Gallery is honored to be presenting Work Art Work, an exhibition of paintings, photographs and drawings by the late artist Jeff Work.

Born in Pittsburgh in 1949, Jeff died as an expatriate living in Germany in 2013. While relatively unknown in the American art scene, Jeff’s paintings, in particular, speak forcefully as a contemporary artistic voice. Through Dec. 12. Indigo Sky Community Gallery, 915 Waters Ave.

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Bella Napoli brings a taste of Italy to downtown by jessica Leigh lebos

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You know how people from big cities always brag about their “cute little Italian place around the corner?”

The one that’s not too fancy but still romantic with the red-checkered tablecloths, crazy good marinara and the waitstaff that greets you with smooches on both cheeks like your grandmothers knew each other in the old country?

Well, now downtown Savannah can boast about its own adorable bistro. Bella Napoli opened earlier this fall on State Street—right next to the iconic Bradley’s Lock & Key—and it’s fast become a neighborhood favorite.

Cozy and full of red-checkered charm, Bella Napoli is a well-executed take on a classic concept, from the spicy putanesca to the Pavarotti coming out of the speakers. Candles and Chianti bottles round out the décor, as well as murals of Pulcinella, the commedia dell’arte trickster recognizable by his beak mask and clown collar.

Authenticity and ambience were the priorities of owner/operator Gary Langevin, who grew up in Naples at the knee of his constantly-cooking Nona. He spent his 20s running a popular pizza joint in New

Jersey, eventually bringing his dough skills south to Charleston, where he converted many a grits lover to his tender gnocci.

Last year Langevin moved to Savannah and opened Little Italy on Wilmington Island with his wife, Heather Perez, and the wild success of that marsh-side restaurant inspired them to give it a go downtown. As of last month, they’ve also brought their tasty Neopolitan fare to Tybee Island, where La Dolce Vita serves up spaghetti with an ocean view on the second floor of Hotel Tybee.

“Our recipes are tried and true, and people can enjoy the same menu at all three locations,” rumbles Langevin in his Jersey accent, adding that Executive Chef Peppe Gialone and everyone else in the kitchen

From R to L: Owner Gary Langevin, his wife Heather Perez, server Franco Iemmo and the rest of the Bella Napoli famiglia bring an authentic Italian experience to State Street.

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knows how to cook just like his Nona.

“We all have the same hands.”

Bella Napoli features the bright flavors and super fresh ingredients of Neopolitan cuisine: Pizza margherita with tangy tomato sauce, buffalo mozzarella and lots of basil. Manicotti stuffed with ricotta and blanketed with red sauce. Meatballs the size of a fist with the perfect amount of spice. Spaghetti alla vongole brimming with clams, mussels and cherry tomatoes.

Fresh parmigiana sprinkled on your meal at the table.

The calzones are big as footballs, the antipasto plates piled with olives and prosciutto. Tiramisu, cannoli and mascarpone-layered lemoncello cake are the dessert offerings, accompanied by an afterdinner espresso.

This is the Italian comfort food we all recognize, no new-fangled interpretations or strange surprises—and that’s a good thing! These are the dishes we mean when we crave Italian food, and Bella Napoli provides a homey, time-honored setting to enjoy them.

But just because Langevin and la famiglia honor tradition, that doesn’t mean they’re not keeping up with the times: Gluten-free focaccia bread to dip in olive oil, wheatless pizza dough and rice penne pasta can be requested, bringing those who have had to swear off Italian food because of dietary restrictions back into the fold.

“People have been doing the glutenfree thing in Italy for more than ten years already,” says Langevin.

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Langevin splits his time between his kitchens, leaving the daily operations to general manager Chris McGary and onsite chef/co-owner Giuseppe Gialone.

Giuseppe’s wife, Caroline, sees to the front of the house, and she recommends reservations for dinner, even on weeknights— though the lunch rush can be crowded, too.

Seems like everyone and their Nona wants their own “cute little Italian place around the corner!” cs

“Everybody’s gotta eat, and we want to accommodate everybody.”

Bella Napoli is open 11am-11pm, seven days a week. The entire menu is available all day, though dinner versions of classic entrées are larger and pricier. Lunch fare might be a panino rustico—a hot or cold sandwich filled with meats and veggies— and we dig the Polpette, Chef Gary’s

famous meatball sub. Light eaters can add chicken or shrimp to the meal-sized salads (Pear & Gorgonzola or Beet & Arugula), though if you’ve been saving up your carbs for a big cheesy pasta splurge, this is the place.

The beer and wine is small but curated exactly for the menu, with a surprisingly international lineup of reds. The sidewalk

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To make sure Bella Napoli maintains the same genuine Italian atmosphere as his other restaurants, Langevin has imported Naples native Franco Iemmo, the gregarious, cheek-kissing server many diners might recognize from Little Italy.

Iemmo’s accented English and wine glass acrobatics add a theatrical element to the dining experience, but his charms extend far past the table: When the Bella Napoli first opened and business was still a bit slow, Langevin had an idea to help draw attention to the new restaurant.

“We dressed Franco up like Pulcinella and sent him down the square with flyers,” laughs Langevin.

“Next thing you know, the place is overloaded!”

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Samuel L. Jackson stars in Spike Lee’s Chi-Raq

CHI-RAQ

/// “No peace, no pussy.” “No pussy, no power.”

Those are the defining lines of the hour, In Spike Lee’s riveting motion picture Chi-raq, A film already subjected to ridiculous flack.

Based on Aristophanes’ ancient Lysistrata, It instead examines today’s social strata.

Specifically, the poor in Chicago, Illinois, In a crime zone with no hope and even less joy.

The entire movie is spoken in rhyme, A risky gamble, but it works all the time.

Teyonah Parris is superb in the primary role, As a brainy, sexy woman with a definite goal.

Hoping to stop the men from killing each other, She devises a plan to save every brother.

No more sex from any female in the hood, If that doesn’t stop the deaths, nothing ever could.

The angry gang members all shout, “Fuck that noise,” But they think of laying down their murderous toys.

It’s a powder keg of a film from first frame to last, Anchored by Lee’s fury and a powerhouse cast.

As a priest, John Cusack has a tremendous scene, Railing against killings both senseless and mean.

Angela Bassett projects dignity as a local sage, While Nick Cannon impresses with his bottled-up rage.

There’s Samuel L. Jackson, a favorite of Lee’s, Blaring “Wake Up!” among his omniscient pleas.

Chi-raq is one of the best films of the year.

Top 20, maybe Top 10, certainly near.

CREED

// For a stretch of 30 years (1976-2006), Sylvester Stallone wrote the scripts for six Rocky films—if ever a series could have benefitted from fresh blood, it was this one. The franchise has been gifted to writer-director Ryan Coogler, but what’s disappointing about Creed is how closely it follows the template of the previous pictures.

It’s as if Coogler, who made his startling feature debut with the powerful Fruitvale Station, was too afraid of messing with a sure thing, and the result is a movie that might as well have been written by Stallone himself. It’s certainly not bad—it’s the best entry since 1982’s Rocky III—but aside from the character shift, there’s nothing here that’s especially original, and one’s enjoyment depends entirely on how charitable one is feeling in the nostalgia department.

Michael B. Jordan is excellent as Adonis Johnson, the result of an adulterous tryst by the late Apollo Creed (played in earlier pictures by Carl Weathers). Now grown up, he returns to Philadelphia and asks Rocky Balboa (Stallone, of course), his father’s nemesis-cum-friend, to take him under his wing.

Stallone is never better than when he’s playing this role he nurtured from birth, and his relaxed and generous performance shows that he has no problem moving from series star to supporting sage. But too

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many beats are far too familiar: There’s even a Rocky-cribbed scene where Adonis is surrounded by fans and friends as he jogs down the Philly streets, and anyone who doesn’t know exactly how the climactic fight will turn out clearly isn’t paying attention.

TRUMBO

/// The best movies are often the ones that educate as well as entertain, and with the magnificent Trumbo, we have a film that succeeds on both fronts. And the most important movies are often the ones that, regardless of setting or time frame, manage to lend a voice to today’s issues, and in that regard, the picture again passes with high marks. In a 21st century largely defined by the manner in which right-wing politicians in this nation have successfully used fear and bullying in their strategy to divide and conquer, this look at the Hollywood blacklist during the days of the Red Menace hysteria seems especially timely … and pointedly frightening.

Breaking Bad’s Bryan Cranston is superb as Dalton Trumbo, the brilliant screenwriter whose work on such hits as Kitty Foyle and A Guy Named Joe made him one of the film capital’s most successful wordsmiths. But Trumbo was an acknowledged Communist, and once World War II ended and the Cold War began in earnest, Trumbo and those like him were soon targeted by the House UnAmerican Activities Committee. What followed was a national disgrace, as any entertainer with leftist sentiments, even Democrats like Edward G. Robinson (Michael Stuhlbarg), were thrown to the zealous politicians. Some were jailed, others cracked and willingly gave names, and almost all found their careers derailed. But Trumbo fought to survive, writing scripts and placing others’ names on them—this necessary deception ended up winning him two Academy Awards (for Roman Holiday and The Brave One), neither of which he could claim.

Such an abbreviated synopsis provides but a mere peek at everything going on within the confines of this simultaneously weighty and breezy picture, which looks at his home life (Diane Lane plays his wife while Elle Fanning portrays his oldest child) almost as much as his professional one. Trumbo isn’t portrayed as a saint: His workaholic tendencies alienate him from his family, and, like most people who subscribe to any one ideology, he can be somewhat of a hypocrite (as a friend notes, he’s a share-the-wealth Commie whose private property includes a lake). But there’s never any doubt that he was needlessly persecuted, and while the real-life Trumbo eventually stated that there were no heroes or villains during this era of the blacklist, that’s not exactly true.

Folks like actor Kirk Douglas and director Otto Preminger (respectively, and winningly, played by Dean O’Gorman and Christian Berkel), men who bravely helped break the blacklist, could be counted among the heroes, while columnist Hedda Hopper (Helen Mirren), politicians Joseph McCarthy and Richard Nixon (both seen in vintage footage) and, to a lesser degree, even actor John Wayne (a fine David James Elliott) could be numbered among the villains.

Astutely written by John McNamara (from Bruce Cook’s book Dalton Trumbo) and zestfully directed by Jay Roach (the Emmy-winning helmer behind the HBO political flicks Game Change and Recount), Trumbo is alternately poignant, amusing (John Goodman provides most of the nyuks as garrulous B-movie producer Frank King), infuriating and always thought-provoking.

THE GOOD DINOSAUR

// It’s a situation worthy of an Alanis Morrisette song. Isn’t it ironic that in the same week I pen an article ranking all the previous Pixar movies and noting that all of them are recommended to some degree, along comes the first Pixar movie to score a negative review? That’s the case with The Good Dinosaur, a crushing disappointment from an outfit generally known for its exacting high standards. Forget such modern gems as this summer’s Inside Out and the Toy Story trilogy—The Good Dinosaur makes even such indifferently received efforts as Cars 2 and Monsters University look great by comparison.

Pixar pictures have always been for adults as much as for children, yet this one marks the first time that grown-ups have been left out of the mix, with the studio fashioning a film designed to play only to the small fry (or as Tim Robbins’ Norville

Bryan Cranston in Trumbo

Barnes would say in the Coens’ The Hudsucker Proxy, “You know, for kids!”). That’s all well and good, but I’m not even sure the target audience will warm to a film so bereft of humor or excitement (or, should I say, warm to it as much as to other family films, as most kids will invariably watch anything as long as it involves bright colors and loud noises).

The film begins with a “what if?” scenario: What if the comet that wiped out the dinosaurs missed the planet? The only reason for this supposition is so a human protagonist—a feral boy—can eventually be added to the story, since this opening act doesn’t impact the film in any other way.

Mostly, the plot centers on a young dino named Arlo and how his life is irrevocably altered by a tragedy lifted straight out of The Lion King. And like another lion, the one taking the road to Oz, Arlo needs to finds his courage, and he only does so after getting lost and teaming up with the aforementioned boy, a lupine lad named Spot.

The story is suffocating in its simplicity, and while the backgrounds are gorgeously rendered, the characters are a visually drab lot (as my wife accurately noted, Arlo and his family members look like animated cucumbers). Thankfully, The Good Dinosaur never indulges in the sort of scatological humor seen in other studios’ toon efforts. Still, that’s a consolation that only goes so far, given that innovation and imagination prove to be as extinct as pterodactyls in the modern world

BROOKLYN

/// For once, the Ugly American didn’t have to leave U.S. soil to fully earn this designation—with the vile and decidedly unchristian decision by most citizens to side with opportunistic politicians seeking to block the acceptance of foreign immigrants in

general and Syrian refugees in particular, there are more than enough Ugly Americans to be found slithering through every city in the nation. Whether these knuckledragging knuckleheads would appreciate Brooklyn is up for debate—its lead character is certainly an immigrant, but, hey, at least she’s white!—but discerning filmgoers will immediately welcome it with open arms.

Adapting the novel by Colm Toibin, scripter Nick Hornby again demonstrates that he’s a master at tackling works centered around female characters, following 2009’s An Education and 2014’s Wild (both placing on my 10 Best lists in their respective years) with this lovely coming-of-age tale. Saoirse Ronan delivers a nicely modulated performance as Eilis, a young lass who leaves her Irish homeland with the hope of making it in America.

With the help of a kindly priest (Jim Broadbent), she lands a job at a department store, but homesickness and loneliness seek to crush her spirit at every turn.

She meets a nice Brooklyn kid named Tony (Emory Cohen in a breakout turn), but just as things seem to be turning around for her, an unexpected tragedy occurs, consequently forcing her to choose between the past and the present as she plans for the future.

VICTOR FRANKENSTEIN

// The new horror opus Victor Frankenstein cites Paul McGuigan (Lucky Number Slevin) as its director, but it’s entirely possible he’s only covering for Guy Ritchie.

That’s because in its approach and execution, it plays like an exact copy of Ritchie’s Sherlock Holmes films, taking a popular piece of brainy literature and turning it into an action spectacle crammed with dashing heroes, a villain who dreams of global (or at least U.K.) domination, and the most elaborate sort of visual effects overkill that money can buy.

James McAvoy plays the title character, but he’s not really the star. That would be Daniel Radcliffe, cast as a nameless circus hunchback whose medical knowledge so impresses the good doctor that he makes him his lab assistant, removes his hump by syphoning all of the liquid from inside it, and gives him the name of Igor. There are nods to the 1931 Boris Karloff classic Frankenstein as well as a shout-out of sorts to Mel Brooks’ 1974 masterpiece Young Frankenstein (although, sadly, no one exclaims, “What knockers!”). There’s an extended cameo by Dawn of the Planet of the Apes’ scar-faced chimp Koba. And, oh yeah, there’s also a monster, a lumbering behemoth who figures in a risible climax that owes more to Michael Bay than Mary Shelley.

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Activism & Politics

13th Colony Patriots Conservative political activists that meet the 13th of each month. Dedicated to preserving the U.S. Constitution and life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. See Facebook page for meeting location. Free 13th of every month, 6:30-8:30 p.m. 912-604-4048. liveoakstore.com/tubbysthunderbolt.

Tubby’s Tank House (Thunderbolt), 2909 River Dr. Savannah Area Young Republicans Get involved. Contact is Michael Johnson, via email or telephone, or see website for info. 912-604-0797. chairman@sayr. org. sayr.org. Call or see website for information. Free ongoing. 912-308-3020. savannahyoungrepublicans.com.

Savannah Libertarians Join the Facebook group to find out about upcoming local events. Mondays. Facebook. com/groups/SAVlibertarians.

Young Democrats Mondays at 7pm on the second level of Foxy Loxy, Bull Street. Call or visit the Young Democrats Facebook page for more information. Free ongoing. 423-619-7712. foxyloxycafe.com/. Foxy Loxy Cafe, 1919 Bull St.

Auditions and Calls for Entries

DEC 9-DEC 15, 2015

Auditions for Armstrong Youth Orchestra Open to students enrolled in primary grades through high school and including Armstrong students (available for course credit). Auditions, by appointment, are in Armstrong Fine Arts Hall. To schedule an audition, e-mail: savaayo@yahoo.com. Info is also available at www.savaayo.org. AYO is sponsored in part by the Savannah Friends of Music, www.savannahfriendsofmusic. com ongoing. about.armstrong.edu/Maps/ index.html. Armstrong State University, 11935 Abercorn St. Call for Entries for Elementary Student Artwork The City of Savannah is seeking submissions of original elementary student artwork celebrating the 50th anniversary of Savannah’s National Historic Landmark District (designated in 1966) to display in an exhibit in City Hall’s first floor rotunda.

Submissions will be judged by a panel of artists, preservationists, and City leaders.

The winning entries will be framed and displayed by the City of Savannah in City Hall for the period July-December 2016 for all our citizens and visitors to enjoy. These winning works will become the property of the City of Savannah and will not be returned to the artists. Work not selected for display will be returned to the artists after judging.

Up to 6 winners will be chosen, including a “Best in Show.”All winners will receive an award certificate, prize of art supplies, and reproduction of their winning work for their portfolio. Winners will be announced to the 34 public during an exhibit opening at City Hall.

Call for Participants for CASA’s Secret Santa Initiative

Bring light to a child’s life by participating in Savannah/Chatham CASA’s Secret Santa Initiative this holiday season. CASA serves our community’s most vulnerable children: those who have entered the child welfare system after suffering abuse and neglect. Each Secret Santa is confidentially paired with a child or sibling group to fulfill their holiday wishes. The gifts are then delivered by CASA volunteers as a special delivery from Santa.

To participate in the initiative, please contact Advocacy Coordinator Charlene Peebles at (912) 447-8908 ext. 103 or charlene@ savannahcasa.org. Dec. 11. savannahcasa.org/. CASA SavannahChatham County, 428 Bull St. For more information, visit savannahga. gov/artcontest or contact Luciana Spracher at lspracher@savannahga.gov or 912-6516411. Through March 11, 2016. Savannah City Hall, 2 East Bay Street.

Call for Entries for “IN:LINE” The Gallery at Sulfur Studios is now accepting entries for a group exhibition to be held in January and February of 2016.

Artists are encouraged to submit work that explores the theme of Line. Lines connect, separate and demarcate. Lines can be used to define or to obscure, they can point the way or bar the path. The lines featured in submitted work may be actual or metaphorical and work in all media will be considered. Entries are due December 30, and the show runs January 27-February 13.

Entry fee is $20 for up to 3 works. To submit your work, please visit sulfurstudios.org/callfor-entries Through Dec. 30. sulfurstudios. org. Sulfur Studios, 2301 Bull Street.

Call for Entries for Savannah GIF

Festival The 2nd Annual Savannah GIF Festival will feature multiple categories as well as live music to accompany the silent animations during the inaugural screening. During the first GIF Festival in January of 2015, Savannah musicians Sunglow, Garret Kemp, and Chris Glass, played live electronic sets.

A video featuring music by Sunglow can be found at giffest.xyz. The musical artists for next year’s screening will be announced at the start of the year. Artists interested in having their animations featured in the upcoming festival can find our submission page at giffest.xyz. Submissions are completely free and there is no limit to the number of animations that can be submitted. Submission deadline January 20, 2016 at 6 pm. Through Jan. 20, 2016, 6 p.m. info@artrisesavannah.org. giffest.xzy. telfair.org/jepson/. Jepson Center for the Arts, 207 West York St. Call for Jewelry and Sculpture

Artists The gallery is now seeking innovative emerging and mid career artists specializing in jewelry-making and sculpture. 2 tracks are available: Full Time Artist & Visiting Artist. Submit 5 images of your recent work, CV, Artist Statement and link to website to info@kobogallery.com. Deadline for submission is December 15th, 2015.

Through Dec. 15. Kobo Gallery, 33 Barnard Street ,.

Call for Participants in PTSD Study Are you a recent combat veteran experiencing psychological or emotional stress related to your combat? You may be eligible to receive first-line medication and talk therapy interventions with proven effectiveness. PROGrESS is a study looking to learn more about how to effectively treat recent combat veterans with PTSD. The therapies are not experimental. You will be randomly assigned to receive either psychotherapy, medication, or both. For more information about the PROGrESS study, please call 912-920-0214 ext. 2169. ongoing. Online only, none.

Call for Performers, Vendors and Volunteers for Savannah Asian Cultural Festival The Savannah Asian Cultural Festival, which will take place April 15-16, 2016 at Armstrong State University, is currently seeking live performers, Cultural Marketplace vendors and event volunteers. There is no cost for performers to participate. All vendors must be consistent with the theme of the festival.

The cost for vendors is $85 per booth. The festival’s Cultural Marketplace will offer the opportunity to learn more about each country and discover the traditional arts, crafts, fashions and treasures unique to each nation. From Ming-shared jewelry to calligraphy sets, original paintings, handbeaded clothing, Asian accessories and henna body painting, an entire continent’s worth of treasures can be found at the festival. If you would like to participate as a performer, vendor or volunteer at the 2016 Savannah Asian Cultural Festival, please contact James Anderson at james. anderson@armstrong.edu or (912) 3443224. Through April 15, 2016. about. armstrong.edu/Maps/index.html. Armstrong State University, 11935 Abercorn St. Call to Artists for Telfair’s Public Art Installation, “Boxed In/ Break Out” The call to artists seeks entries for Boxed In/Break Out, a museum-sponsored public art installation that involves activating six windows at the Jepson Center facing Barnard Street. The artist chosen would have a detailed plan for how to utilize all six windows in a cohesive manner through self-created art that fulfills the following criteria: creativity, originality, feasibility, visual appeal, as well as resourcefulness and suitability in the space. Boxed In/Break Out is intended to highlight and provide an

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exhibition opportunity for the work of a local artist, through public display, promotional materials, and an artist talk. In addition to museum-supported promotion, the artist will receive a $1000 honorarium. The window installation will be up from April 28-August 28, 2016 and deadline for submissions are February 1. For more information on how to apply please visit: http://www.telfair. org/boxed/ Through Feb. 2, 2016. Telfair Museums, PO Box 10081.

Homeschool Music Classes Music classes for homeschool students ages 8-18 and their parents. Offered in Guyton and Savannah. See website for details. ongoing. CoastalEmpireMusic.com.

Improv Savannah - Long Form Audition!

Would you like to be part of a supportive, funny, long-form improv group? Well, come on out!We are hosting a relaxed improv class that doubles as an audition. No need to prepare anything, have a head shot or be nervous. Just come out and have fun!This audition is open to all interested in the Savannah area. No experience necessary. And if you’re already doing improv in the area and want to try organic long-form this a great option. Please email improvsavannah@gmail.com with your full name if you plan to audition so we have a head count. Free Wed., Dec. 9, 8-10 p.m. 774-994-7050. improvsavannah@ gmail.com. https://facebook.com/ events/422927037903154/. Vineyard Church Office, 1020 Abercorn Street.

Oatland Island Seeks Memories and Recollections for 40th Anniversary Oatland Island Education Center is looking for memories of Oatland Island in honor of their 40th anniversary. People who were part of the Youth Conservation Corp that helped to build Oatland Island Education Center in the 1970’s. Great memories from field trips.

Special family memories of Oatland Island.

Send your photos and stories to memories@ oatland40th.org. Deadline is August 31. undefined. 912-395-1500. oatlandisland.org.

Benefits

Call for Participants for CASA’s Secret Santa Initiative Bring light to a child’s life by participating in Savannah/Chatham CASA’s Secret Santa Initiative this holiday season. CASA serves our community’s most vulnerable children: those who have entered the child welfare system after suffering abuse and neglect.

Each Secret Santa is confidentially paired with a child or sibling group to fulfill their holiday wishes. The gifts are then delivered

by CASA volunteers as a special delivery from Santa. To participate in the initiative, please contact Advocacy Coordinator Charlene Peebles at (912) 447-8908 ext.

103 or charlene@savannahcasa.org.

Through Dec. 11. savannahcasa.org/. CASA Savannah-Chatham County, 428 Bull St. Call for Volunteers and Donations for Miracle on May Street Every year, the West Broad Street YMCA hosts Miracle on May Street as an opportunity for the families of Urban Savannah to stock up on gifts, clothing

and holiday cheer. Miracle on May Street is made possible through generous donations from our friends and partners. Please join us in celebrating the families that we serve with respect and integrity, by working together and making this holiday season the brightest we have ever known. Your donations of either new or gently used toy, books, games, clothing or house wears, gift wrapping materials and holiday decor would be very greatly appreciated. Items may be shipped to or dropped off at the West Broad Street YMCA (1110 May Street Savannah GA, 31415) or to Loop It Up Savannah (103 North Fahm Street Savannah GA,31401). If you plan to donate a large quantity of items and would like to schedule a pick up, please contact the West Broad Street YMCA at 912-233-1951. Financial donations and gift cards will also happily be accepted. We are also seeking a team of elves (volunteers!) to help set up and staff the event. If you’re interested in volunteering, please sign up at http://www.westbroadstreetymca.org/ volunteer/ and Chelsey Williams will be in touch. Through Dec. 11. YMCA-West Broad St, 1110 May St. Concert: A Musical Celebration The First African Baptist Church celebrates 238 years as a congregation. Join us for a night of music, festivity and fellowship at the Charles H. Morris Center. Wear your Sunday’s Best, enjoy a lovely meal and the company of great friends. $30 Sun., Dec. 13, 5-10 p.m. 912-233-6597. fab1777@ icloud.com. firstafricanbc.com/default. asp. charleshmorriscenter.com. Charles H. Morris Center, 10 East Broad St. Hot Cider Bar Benefit Stop by to grab an extraordinary cup of cider, topped with your choice of marshmallows, whipped cream, caramel, cinnamon, ginger, and more! All proceeds benefit Solidarity in Savannah, an organization dedicated to helping our youth and their families improve their lives. $3 per cup, CASH only Wed., Dec. 9, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Lucky’s Market, 5501 Abercorn St. $5 Bikram Yoga Class to Benefit Local Charities 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.

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-yearsold. ongoing. (912) 525-2151. jlewis01@ savannahga.gov.

Classes, Camps & Workshops

Advance Directives workshop Join social worker Sarah Copeland as

she helps you complete the paperwork to make your wishes known when you are too ill or too injured to speak on your own behalf. Easy-to-follow guidelines and complementary booklets provided. Do the loving thing for your family now. none third Tuesday of every month, 5:30-6:30 p.m.

912.629.1045. hospicesavannah.org/.

Hospice Savannah, 1352 Eisenhower Dr. 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.

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, 101 N. Fahm St. 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.

Board Game Nights Bring your favorite board game or learn to play one of ours! Join our community of gamers and make some new friends while having an awesome time. Guild Hall members get in free; entry for non-members is $15. Saturdays, 7 p.m. Guild Hall, 615 Montgomery Street.

Cake Baking & Cake Decorating We educate children on the tools & techniques to properly bake and decorate cakes, such as birthday cakes, and wedding cakes. The children have fun learning, make new friends, and leave feeling a sense of accomplishment. Great for Mommy & Daughter dates, Birthday Parties, and Educational Workshops. $20 Saturdays, 12-3 p.m.. 912-826-3976. rinconsweets@ gmail.com. thecakemixacademy.com/kid-sclasses.html. The Cake Mix Academy, 5936 Georgia 21.

Cake Decorating Classes for Children Educate children on the tools & techniques to properly bake and decorate cakes, such as birthday cakes, and wedding cakes.

The children have fun learning, make new friends, and leave feeling a sense of accomplishment. Great for Mommy & Daughter dates, Birthday Parties, and Educational Workshops. $20 Wednesdays, 5-7:30 p.m.. 912-826-3976. rinconsweets@ gmail.com. thecakemixacademy.com/kid-sclasses.html. The Cake Mix Academy, 5936 Georgia 21.

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.

Chinese Language Classes The Confucius Institute at Savannah State University offers free Chinese language classes starting January 17. To register, please call 912-358-3160. ongoing. 912-3583160. confuciusinstitute@savannahstate. edu. savannahstate.edu. savstate.edu/.

Savannah State University, 3219 College St. Clay Classes

Savannah Clay Studio at Beaulieu offers handbuilding, sculpture, and handmade tiles, basic glazing and firing. 912-351-4578. 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. 912897-7656. savannahaux.com.

Creativity Coaching Do you have a creative idea but don’t know where to start? Is it time to move forward with your project? Work with your very own creativity coach and learn how to blast through blocks, plan your time, and enjoy the richness of a creative life. See website for more info at www.laurenl.com/creativity_ coaching/ or contact Creativity@LaurenL. com ongoing. Online, 2222 Sedwick Drive.

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 912-443-0410.

Krav Maga / Tactical Self Defense: Dynamic Defensive Tactics combines the Israeli self defense techniques of Krav Maga with tactical fighting concepts. This is NOT a martial art but a no nonsense approach to self defense. With over 37 years of experience, Roger D’Onofrio will teach you solutions, which are aggressive, simple and effective, to the violent situations of today.

Note: these are private sessions for adults only. ongoing. 912-308-7109. ddt_910@ yahoo.com.

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 912354-6686. 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. 912921-4646.

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 Housing Authority of Savannah hosts classes at the Neighborhood Resource Center. Adult literacy/GED prep: Mon-Thurs, 9am-12pm & 1pm-4pm. Financial education: 4th Fri each month, 9am-11am. Basic computer training: Tues & Thurs, 1pm3pm. Community computer lab: Mon-Fri, 3pm-4:30pm. ongoing. 912-232-4232 x115. savannahpha.com. savannahpha.com/NRC. html. Neighborhood Resource Center, 1407 Wheaton St. Intro to Circuit Design Series with Raspberry Pi Intro to Circuit Design Series with RaspberryPi to take place in our Miskatonic Labs. This series of classes includes: 1. Dec 2 - Install Raspbian on Raspberry Pi 2. Dec 9 - Design Gameboy cartridge plug board

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with KiCad. 3. Dec 16 - C / C++ / Python programming basics with Raspberry Pi. Also interface with breadboard circuits 4.

Dec 23 - Assemble Gameboy cartridge plug board and learn how to dump ROM / RAM 5. Jan 6 - Design USB joystick with https:// www.adafruit.com/products/296 and some buttons /3D model enclosure 6. Jan 13 - Print enclosure and assemble joystick $20 per class Wed., Dec. 9, 6-7:30 p.m.

844-MY-GUILD. events@theguildhall.com.

Guild Hall, 615 Montgomery Street.

Kathryn Budig Yoga Weekend Join Kathryn for a lighthearted yoga workshop of exploration on our hands!

This workshop is geared towards both fledglings of arm balances and full grown flyers. We will explore the foundation of arm balancing, the technicalities of leaving the ground on our hands and the playful mindset needed to maintain the balance.

Beginners will learn how to enter these poses, advanced practitioners will learn new entries and possibilities. Come with any questions and leave with a refreshed spirit and richer understanding of these amazing postures. $195 Before December 1st; $215 After December 1st Sat., Dec. 12, 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. and Sun., Dec. 13, 9:30 a.m.-noon. 912-232-2994. info@ savannahyoga.com. savannahyoga.com/ workshops. savannahyoga.com/. Savannah Yoga Center, 1321 Bull 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.

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--Multiple Instruments Savannah Musicians’ Institute offers private instruction for all ages and experience levels in Guitar (electric, acoustic,classical), Piano, Bass, Voice, Banjo, Mandolin, Ukulele, Flute, Clarinet, Saxophone, Music Theory/Composition/Songwriting. 609 69th Street, Savannah GA. ongoing. 912398-8828. smisavannah@gmail.com. savmusiciansinstitute.com.

New Horizons Adult Band Program Music program for adults who played a band instrument in high school/college and would like to play again. Mondays at 6:30pm at Portman’s. $30 per month. All ages and ability levels welcome. Call for info. ongoing.

912-354-1500. portmansmusic.com.

Portman’s Music Superstore, 7650 Abercorn St. Novel Writing Write a novel, finish the one you’ve started, revise it or pursue publication. Awardwinning Savannah author offers one-onone or small group classes, mentoring, manuscript critique, ebook formatting. Email for pricing and scheduling info. ongoing. pmasoninsavannah@gmail.com.

Photography Classes 36 Beginner photography to post

production. Instruction for all levels. $20 for two-hour class. See website for complete class list. 410-251-4421. chris@chrismorrisphotography.com. chrismorrisphotography.com.

Piano Lessons Piano lessons with a classically trained instructor, with theater and church experience. 912-312-3977. ongoing. georgiamusicwarehouse.com/. Georgia Music Warehouse, 2424 Abercorn St. Piano Voice-Coaching Pianist with M/degree,classical modern jazz improvisation, no age limit. Call 912-9617021 or 912-667-1056. Serious inquiries only. ongoing.

Qigong Class A six week Qigong class. Simple Qigong forms, breathing exercises, and standing and walking meditations will be practiced in this class. Each week will focus on a different organ, the corresponding internal energy exercises, self massage and sounds to clear stagnant and toxic energy from that organ to promote health, vitality and longevity. The Longevity Qigong form, a simple set of ten exercises to improve the flow of Qi throughout the body, calming the mind, will be practiced. 6 classes @ $60. or $15. per drop in class Thu., Dec. 10, 6:307:30 p.m. 912-484-0675. nszychowski@ gmail.com. branchesyoga.com. Branches Yoga Center, 242St.4 Drayton.

A. Roper Studio - Voice Technique and Coaching Experienced and successful voice instructor is accepting students. Nurturing and collaborative studio. Services offered include strengthening the voice, range extension, relaxation techniques, and coaching through various styles of music.

Audition and competition preparation.

Located 15 minutes from downtown. Varies Mondays-Saturdays, 8 a.m.-8 p.m. 912-4840628. Downtown Savannah, downtown.

Russian Language Classes Learn to speak Russian. All experience levels welcome, beginner to expert. Call for info. ongoing. 912-713-2718.

Soul Progression Yoga In this practice of yoga, we use the asanas(postures) as an artistic expression of ourselves as we open our hearts, physically and energetically to set the foundation with an intention for having a more open heart in our daily life. This class offers a deeply rooted spiritual foundation integrating alignment techniques and enlightening messages woven throughout the practice. Open to all Levels Class Prices: Ongoing classes: $15 drop in. 5 Class card: $70 (3 month expiration) 10 Class card: $130 (4 month expiration) Tuesdays, 6:30-8 p.m. 912-308-3410. yogamelynn@ gmail.com. branchesyoga.com/schedule/. branchesyoga.com. Branches Yoga Center, 242St.4 Drayton.

Clubs & Organizations

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, 912-631-

3452, 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 non-player 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 Friday evening social event at the clubhouse.

Meet Members and their families who all enjoy water based activities but whose prime interest is sailing. This BYOB event is free and all are welcome, but Membership is encouraged after several visits once interest is gauged!! We look forward to meeting you.

Fridays, 7-10 p.m. pranschkec3@gmail.com.

Young’s Marina, 218 Wilmington Island Rd. Coastal Bead Society Coastal Bead Society monthly meetings, 12 noon on the third Friday of the Month at the Coastal Georgia Center, 303 Fahm Street, near SCAD. All beaders are welcome. ongoing. wyrnut18@gmail.com. cgc. georgiasouthern.edu/. Coastal Georgia Center, 305 Fahm 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 (Sept.-June) 10:15am. Mondays, 10:30 a.m. fiberguildsavannah.homestead.com/. Fiber Guild of the Savannahs, 711 Sandtown Road GA. Geechee Sailing Club Founded in 1971, GSC promotes sailing and boating safety, education, and fellowship.Member of the South Atlantic Yacht Racing Association. second Monday of every month, 6 p.m. 912-356-3265. geecheesailingclub.org. liveoakstore.com/ tubbysthunderbolt. Tubby’s Tank House (Thunderbolt), 2909 River Dr. Historic Flight Savannah 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. 912-5961962. 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.

Knitters, Needlepoint and

Crochet Meets every Wednesday. Different locations downtown. Call for info. No fees. Want to learn? Join us. ongoing. 912-308-6768.

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. 912344-5127. 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. 912-447-0943. 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 A dinner meeting every 4th Tuesday of the month at 6:00 pm at local restaurants. 3rd Tuesday in November; none in December.

For dinner reservations, please call Sybil Cannon at 912-964-5366. ongoing. 912-7487020. savannahnavyleague.us.

Savannah Go Green Meets most Saturdays. Green events and places. Share ways to Go Green each day.

Call for info. ongoing. 912-308-6768.

Savannah Kennel Club Monthly meetings open to the public the 4th Monday each month, Sept. through June. ongoing, 7 p.m. savannahkennelclub.org. barnesrestaurant.com. Barnes Restaurant, 5320 Waters Avenue.

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.

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website for events calendar or send an email for Parrot Head gatherings. ongoing. savannahphc@yahoo.com. savannahphc. com.

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, Drayton St. & East Park Ave. 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.

Spies and Mysteries Book Club A book club for readers who love thrillers, spy novels, and mysteries. We meet every 2nd Thurs of the month @6:30 pm. None second Thursday of every month, 6:30 p.m.

912-925-8305. Southwest Chatham Library, 14097 Abercorn St. Toastmasters Toastmasters International is an organization which gives its members the opportunity to develop and improve their public speaking abilities through local club meetings, seminars, and contests.

Regardless of your level of comfort with public speaking, you will find a club that is interested in helping you improve your speaking abilities. Free Tuesdays, 6-7 p.m.. hostesscity.toastmastersclubs.org. thincsavannah.com. Thinc Savannah, 35 Barnard St. 3rd Floor.

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.

Comedy

Comedy Night Join us for an evening of ice cream and laughter...the perfect combo for your Friday night! All ages welcome. Free Fridays, 8-10 p.m. craftbeercustard.com. Exit Strategy Icecreamists, 310 E Bay St. (it) Improv Troupe This band of fast paced characters dive into the unknown: a world we call... improvisation. No scripts, no boundaries - only audience suggestions and bravery.

Join the fun as the group creates hilarious scenarios from the wackiest improv games.

Free keg beer and photobooth pictures with the troupe before the show. $10 Thu., Dec. 10, 8 p.m. Indigo Sky Community Gallery,

Winter Wonderland & Gingerbread Village

The Westin Savannah invites families to celebrate the season with beautiful holiday lights, Santa’s Workshop, the Gingerbread Village, charitable guests and more! Open every Thursday - Saturday, November 27th - December 12th, and daily December 17th - December 23rd. $5 donation requested 5-9 p.m..

912-201-2000. prsavannah@westin.com. savannahharborfoundation.com/index.html. westinsavannah.com/. Westin Savannah Harbor Golf Resort & Spa, 1 Resort Drive.

915 Waters Ave. PICKOdd Lot Improv An improv comedy show in the style of “Whose Line Is It Anyway?” $5 Mondays, 8 p.m. musesavannah.org/. Muse Arts Warehouse, 703 Louisville Rd. Odd Lot Improv: On The Spot Mysteries Dinner Theatre Odd Lot is teaming up with the brilliant Chefs of Savannah Coffee Roasters to bring you a whole new dining experience.

The always surprising talent of Odd Lot will perform a fully interactive Friday night Murder Mystery while you dine on a delicious three course meal. Seating is at 6:30pm Friday nights. Reservations are strongly recommended. Four actors and three courses all for $40. It’s certain to be a night to remember. Great for groups, parties, or anyone who loves a good show. $40 Fridays, 6:30 p.m. justin@oddlot.org. oddlot. org. Savannah Coffee Roasters, 215 West Liberty Street.

Concerts

13th Colony Sound (Barbershop Singing) “If you can carry a tune, come sing with us!”

Mondays, 7pm. ongoing. 912-344-9768. savannahbarbershoppers.org. Thunderbolt

Lodge #693, 3111 Rowland Ave. Concert: A Century of Sinatra On the eve of Frank Sinatra’s 100th birthday, Jeremy Davis and Clay Johnson, along with their band the Fabulous Equinox Orchestra, will throw the party of the century as they pay homage to “The Chairman of the Board.”

Along with the greatest songs, the best original arrangements and phenomenal musicianship, these two bring their rich friendship and charm to the stage. Now, Jeremy and Clay have garnered the attention of PBS producers, and this show will be filmed for their first-ever PBS special.

Davis & Johnson and the Fabulous Equinox Orchestra will perform at the Charles H. Morris Center (10 East Broad St, Savannah, GA) on Friday, December 11. General admission tickets are available at www.

EquinoxOrchestra.com. Fri., Dec. 11, 7:30 p.m. charleshmorriscenter.com. Charles H. Morris Center, 10 East Broad St. Concert: Christmas Folk Choir Concert The Sacred Heart Catholic Church Folk Choir’s annual Christmas Concert returns after a 1-year hiatus with an evening of traditional and contemporary sacred Christmas music. The 15-member choir ensemble is led by Jenny Brown, and

features vocals, guitars, mandolin, violin, flute, harmonica, and percussion, performing Christmas music in traditional folk and acoustic contemporary style. Also appearing is Nashville-based singer/ songwriter Joni Bishop, a nationally acclaimed folk artist performing traditional favorites and original tunes. Free and open to the public Fri., Dec. 11, 7 p.m. Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 1707 Bull St. Concert: Holiday Pops Holiday Pops, a perennial favorite, returns for the seventh season. Bring your friends and family to enjoy the magic, joy, and warmth of the season with the Savannah Philharmonic Orchestra and Chorus, soloists, and special guests. $16-$75 Dec. 11-12, 7:30 p.m. lucastheatre.com. Lucas Theatre for the Arts, 32 Abercorn St. Concert: Holiday Pops Family Matinee Back by popular demand, this one-hour family-friendly concert brings the joy of the season to children of all ages. $25 for a family of 4, $10 individual tickets Sat., Dec. 12, 3 p.m. lucastheatre.com. Lucas Theatre for the Arts, 32 Abercorn St. PICKConcert: Uncommon Collective A rare appearance of the most eclectic ensemble in the Lowcounty performs an intimate and lively showcase. Be prepared to hear favorite songs arranged and performed in completely unexpected styles and forms, including bluegrass, jazz, classical and timeless selections that all audience members will appreciate, plus a few holiday tunes to keep you in the spirit of the season. $20 Fri., Dec. 11, 7 p.m. uusavannah.org.

Unitarian Universalist Church of Savannah, 313 Harris St. Concert: The Equinox Little Big Band All across America, audiences have fallen in love with these two sophisticated Southern gentleman and the high-energy show that is Davis & Johnson present the Equinox Little Big Band. Along with the greatest songs, the best original arrangements and phenomenal musicianship, these two bring their rich friendship and charm to the stage. $30 Sat., Dec. 12, 8-10 p.m. 912-754-1118. info@marstheatre.com. bit.ly/1IxbjlQ. marstheatre.com. Mars Theatre, 109 S. Laurel Street.

Hilton Head Choral Society’s “A Merrie Olde Christmas” Concert Join the Choral Society as they travel to England to celebrate Christmas with the music of legendary British composer, John Rutter. This concert is an Island tradition filled with musical treats for audiences of all ages. The Sounds of Christmas performed by the full chorus and orchestra, features traditional holiday tunes and carols in new and interesting ways. All seating is reserved. Tickets may be ordered online or purchased at the door the night of the concert, if available. $20, $25, $30 or $35 Fri., Dec. 11, 8-9:30 p.m. 843-3413818. info@hiltonheadchoralsociety. org. hiltonheadchoralsociety.org. First Presbyterian Church, 540 William Hilton Parkway.

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Tatsuya Nakatani is a native of Osaka, Japan, who now resides in Easton, PA. He is an improvising percussionist who tours constantly, and has played all over the world. Michel Doneda is a soprano saxophonist from Toulouse, France. He is one of the most prominent and active improvisational musicians in Europe. $12 Presale tickets, $15 at the door Tue., Dec. 15, 7:30 p.m. 912-657-1122. info@ sulfurstudios.org. https://facebook.com/ events/1116086501742511/. sulfurstudios. org. Sulfur Studios, 2301 Bull Street.

Dance

DEC 9-DEC 15, 2015

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 Ballet Toning Always wanted the body of a ballerina?

Well.. YOU CAN! Our class is designed to stretch, tone, and enhance your body to become healthier than ever. Join us and check out the calendar for dates to enroll. (this is apart of our fitness package of 10 classes for $80) $10.00 Mondays, 5 p.m.

912.312.3549. reservetodance@gmail. com. salondebailedancestudio.com. Salon de Baile Dance Studio, 7064 Hodgson Memorial Drive.

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.

Argentine Tango Wednesdays, 7 p.m. salondebailedancestudio.com. Salon de Baile Dance Studio, 7064 Hodgson Memorial Drive. Lessons Sundays 1:303;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. 912-9257416. savh_tango@yahoo.com.

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. 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/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.com.

38 Savannah Ballroom Dance Studio, 11 Travis

Street.

Basic Shag Lessons Every Wednesday at 6:45 p.m. ongoing. doublesnightclub.com/. Doubles Nightclub, 7100 Abercorn St. Beginner’s Belly Dance Classes Learn basic moves and choreography with local Belly Dancer, Nicole Edge. Class is open to all ages and skill levels. Walk-ins welcome. 15.00 Wednesdays, 7-8 p.m.

912-596-0889. edgebelly@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. 7pm8pm. Private classes and walk ins available.

Synergistic Bodies, 7724 Waters Ave. ongoing. 912-414-1091. info@cybelle3.com. cybelle3.com.

C.C. Express Dance Team Wednesdays, 6pm-8pm. Clogging or tap dance experience is necessary. Call Claudia Collier for info. ongoing. 912-748-0731.

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, Drayton St. & East Park Ave. Dance Lessons (Salsa, Bachata) Learn to dance Salsa & Bachata. For info, call Austin (912-704-8726) or Omar (Spanish - 787-710-6721). Thursdays. 912-704-8726. salsa@salsasavannah.com. salsasavannah. com.

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. 912-3353335. savannahballroom@gmail.com. savannahballroomdancing.com. Savannah Ballroom Dance Studio, 11 Travis Street.

Free Dance Thursdays at Lake Mayer Lake Mayer is offering free dance and fitness classes for all ages every Thursday, in the Community Center. 9:30 am and 10:30 am is the “Little Movers” class for toddlers.

12:00 pm Lunch Break Fitness. 1:30 pm Super Seniors. 5:30 pm youth hip hop. 6:30 pm Adult African Fitness. FREE ongoing, 9:30 a.m.-7:30 p.m. 912-652-6780. sdavis@ chathamcounty.org. Lake Mayer, 1850 E. Montgomery Crossroads.

FUNdamentals Dance Lesson Group dance lessons every Tuesday and Wednesday at 8pm. Tuesday: fundamental steps, styling, and techniques. Wednesday: 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.

Home Cookin’ Cloggers 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.

Irish Dance Classes 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.

Kids Hip Hop and Jazz Mondays, 6 p.m. salondebailedancestudio. com. Salon de Baile Dance Studio, 7064 Hodgson Memorial Drive.

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. 912-3353335. savannahballroom@gmail.com. savannahballroomdancing.com. Savannah Ballroom Dance Studio, 11 Travis Street.

LaBlast Dance Fitness Created by world renowned dancer and ABC’s “Dancing with the Stars” professional, Louis Van Amstel, LaBlast uniquely combines a wide variety of ballroom dance styles and music genres. Do the Cha Cha Cha, Disco, Jive, Merengue, Salsa and Samba set to everything from pop and rock to hip-hop and country – and burn fat and blast calories! No experience and no partner necessary. $15.00 drop in or 10 classes for $80.00 Mondays, 6-7 p.m. and Wednesdays, 6-7 p.m. 912.312.3549. reservetodance@ gmail.com. salondebailedancestudio.com.

Salon de Baile Dance Studio, 7064 Hodgson Memorial Drive.

Line Dancing Take down Tuesdays. Jazzy Sliders Adult Line Dancing, every Tuesday, 7:30pm-10:00pm. Free admission, cash bar.

Come early and learn a new dance from 7:30pm-8:30pm. 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. 912-2728329.

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 Lessons by Salsa Savannah Tues. 8pm-9pm and 9pm-10pm. Thur.

8pm-9pm and 9pm-10pm. Sun. 5pm-6pm and 6pm-7pm. Salon de Maile, 704B Hodgson Memorial Dr., Savannah, 31406.

Tuesdays.. salsasavannah.com.

Salsa Night Come and shake it to the best latin grooves and bachata the night away in Pooler where it’s cooler. Wednesdays, 8-11 p.m. 912988-1052. medi.tavern314@gmail.com.

Mediterranean Tavern, 125 Foxfield Way. Savannah Shag Club

Wednesdays, 7pm,at Doubles Lounge.

Fridays, 7pm, at American Legion Post 36, 2309 E. Victory Dr. ongoing. doublesnightclub.com/. Doubles Nightclub, 7100 Abercorn St. Savannah Swing Cats--Swing Dancing ongoing. doublesnightclub.com/. Doubles Nightclub, 7100 Abercorn St. Sizzle: Dance and Cardio 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. 912312-3549. reservetodance@gmail.com. salondebailedancestudio.com. Salon de Baile Dance Studio, 7064 Hodgson Memorial Drive.

Events

Amazing Scavenger Hunt Adventure Turn Savannah into a giant game board with this fun scavenger hunt adventure. Combine the excitement of the Amazing Race with a three-hour city tour. Guided from any smart phone, teams make their way among well known and overlooked gems of the city, solving clues and completing challenges while learning local history. Available 365 days a year, sunrise to sunset. Start when you want and play at your pace. Save 20%Only $39.20 for a team of 2-5 people after Promotion Code: CONNECTSAVANNAH. Only $39.20 for a team of 2-5 people after Promo Code: CONNECTSAVANNAH Mondays-Sundays, 9 a.m.-7 p.m.. 805-6035620. Info@urbanadventurequest.com.

UrbanAdventureQuest.com. Franklin Square, Montgomery and St. Julian Streets.

Awaken with Chakradance™ Thursdays Join us for a free-flowing, meditative dance and experience the healing power of Chakradance™. With eclectic music selected to resonate with each specific chakra, along with guided imagery, Chakradance™ will take you on a spiritual journey, free the energy in your body and open you to a deeper experience of life. No dance experience or prior knowledge of the chakras is necessary.

Limited to 12 participants – email to reserve a spot today! $20 Thursdays, 6:45-8:15 p.m.

912-663-1306. Chakradancer@comcast. net. anahatahealingarts.com/healing-aha/.

Anahata Healing Arts Center, 2424 Drayton St. Suite B. PICKBeer and Hymns Drink beer while you sing your hymns. A band will help lead in the singing and lyric sheets will be provided. Singers of all skill levels are invited to drink and sing. second Thursday of every month, 8 p.m. 615364-1571. musiqueconnoisseur@gmail. com. moonriverbrewing.com/. Moon River Brewing Co., 21 West Bay St. Career Fair by Bon Appétit Management Company Start looking for a career, stop looking for a job. Now Hiring Chefs, Lead Cooks, Cashiers, and Utility. Please bring resume to be considered for an interview. Candidates must pass a drug and background screening to be considered for employment. Benefits package includes vacation, health, dental,

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and more. Bon Appétit Management Company is an on-site restaurant company offering full food-service management to corporations, universities, museums, and specialty venues. Named ‘Most Innovative Company in Food’ by Fast Company, we’ve been recognized for our pioneering programs addressing local purchasing, overuse of antibiotics, humanely raised meat, farmworkers’ rights, seafood sustainability, and more Free Wed., Dec. 9, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. scad.cafebonappetit.com/.

J.O.’s Cafe, 201 W. Oglethorpe Ave. City Council Meeting Every other Thursday, 2 p.m. Savannah City Hall, 2 East Bay Street.

Common Grounds Common Grounds is a collaboration of the Episcopal Church and the United Methodist Wesley Fellowship. We meet on Wednesday nights for open theological discussion on hot button issues. All are welcome regardless of faith background or where you are on your spiritual journey. We are open and affirming of the LGBT community. Order for Compline by candlelight is offered on Sunday nights at 8PM. Wednesdays, 8 p.m. facebook.com/commongroundssavannah.

The Foundery Coffee Pub, 1313 Habersham St. PICKCraft Scout Savannah Holiday Market The market will feature a curated group of 40 local artisan and craft businesses selling handmade gifts. There will be live music and hot chocolate for customers to enjoy while they shop. This is a one-stop shop for quality handmade gifts, not to be missed this holiday season. Sat., Dec. 12, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. alpost135.com/. American Legion, Post 135, 1108 Bull St. The Evolution of Christmas Traditions in America Why do we hang stockings on chimneys and kiss under the mistletoe? Take a walk through history as we explore past Christmas traditions and their influence on the holiday we know today. The OwensThomas House will be decked out to help you experience the simplicity of a Regency Christmas during the tenure of the Richardsons, the growing sophistication of the antebellum customs practiced by the Owenses, and the more recognizable Victorian holiday as the Thomases would have enjoyed it. Through Jan. 4, 2016. telfair. org/visit/owens-thomas-house/overview/.

Owens-Thomas House, 124 Abercorn St. PICKFree Family Day: I Have Marks to Make Celebrate our annual I have Marks to Make exhibition. Learn about art empowerment and activate your senses by creating art with different materials. Free Sat., Dec. 12, 1-4 p.m. telfair.org/learn/freefamilydays/. telfair. org/jepson/. Jepson Center for the Arts, 207 West York St. Free Guided Tours second Saturday, Sunday of every month.. savannahga.gov/cityweb/cemeteriesweb. nsf/cemeteries/bonaventure.html.

Bonaventure Cemetery, 330 Bonaventure Rd. Gingerbread Village Competition Don’t miss this winter wonderland of edible art. Through Dec. 30. westinsavannah.com/.

Westin Savannah Harbor Golf Resort & Spa,

1 Resort Drive.

Guided Tours of the Lucas Theatre for the Arts Learn the history of the historic Lucas Theatre on a 20-30 minute tour. Restoration, architecture, history of the theatre and of early cinema. $4. Group rates for ten or more. School trips available. Tours are Monday-Friday 10am-5pm and must be scheduled. To schedule a tour, contact Megan Chandler at 912-525-5029 or mchandle@lucastheatre.com. ongoing. 912525-5023. lucastheatre.com. Lucas Theatre for the Arts, 32 Abercorn St. Humane Society Book Sale All “parking lot” books, videos and CDs will be just 25¢. It’s the perfect opportunity to pick out some great reads and get some holiday shopping taken care of. Don’t forget to visit the upstairs thrift store because, as an added bonus for our bargain hunters, the thrift store will offer a storewide sale. Come early for the best selection. Of course, all proceeds from book and thrift shop sales benefit the Humane Society for Greater Savannah and the pets in its care. Sat., Dec. 12, 9 a.m.-noon. humanesocietysav.org/.

Humane Society for Greater Savannah, 7215 Sallie Mood Dr. Ludem Dare: Global Game Jam Ludem Dare is a global game jam where participants spend a whole weekend developing games. We have every programs you could need, Cintiq tablet screens, 7 PCs, 3 Macs, extra monitors if you prefer to dual-screen with your laptop, and separate rooms if you prefer to create with your entire team. We have you covered for food.

Your entry fee also gives you discounts for the day to Savannah to Go. Have your food delivered to you. Your paid entry also gives you a free month of gaming wonder to The Guild Hall. $20 Fri., Dec. 11, noon-2 a.m. and Sat., Dec. 12, noon-2 a.m.

844-MY-GUILD. events@miskatoniclabs. com. theguildhall.com/events/2015-12-11/ LudemDare%3AGlobalGameJam. Guild Hall, 615 Montgomery Street.

Luminary Night with Mrs. Claus While Santa is at the Mall and making various other appearances Mrs. Claus has graciously agreed to be with us baking cookies, telling elf tales and singing traditional holiday carols. Everyone is encouraged to bring their children and their pets to walk our enchanted luminary trail, do holiday arts and crafts and enjoy caroling on hayrides. $3, $5 parking Sat., Dec. 12, 6-8 p.m. gastateparks.org/info/skidaway/.

Skidaway Island State Park, 52 Diamond Cswy.

Manna for Savannah Savannah personalities, pastors and people with passion to feed the hungry will take to the rooftop of Blessingdales Thrift and Gift for the First Annual Manna for Savannah event. The purpose of this celebratory two-day vigil is to encourage people to donate canned goods to be distributed to Savannah area food banks and pantries.

We are calling for companies, churches, and civic groups to accept this challenge by bringing enough canned foods to fill up a truck. Area leaders will take to the roof of Blessingdales, determined not to come down until the truck is filled up. Dec. 9-10.

Blessingdale’s Gift, Thrift and Furniture Galore Store, 6 Television Circle.

The Olde Pink House Cooking Classes Come enjoy a cooking class and help raise funds for the Park Place Outreach Youth Emergency Shelter. One of Pink House’s expert chefs will conduct the culinary course from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. 125 Sat., Dec. 12, 1-4 p.m. parkplaceyes.org. plantersinnsavannah.com/menu.htm. The Olde Pink House, 23 Abercorn St. The original Midnight Tour One of the spookiest tours in town. Learn about the untold stories of some of the most haunted locations here in Savannah Georgia. Guaranteed to give you a few goose bumps and an unexplained need for a night light. 33.00 ongoing. 1-866-666-3323.

6thsenseworld.com. 6th Sense Savannah Tours, 404 Abercorn Street.

PBJ Pantry A free food pantry held every Thursday, 10-11am and 6-7pm. Contact Jessica Sutton for questions. 912-897-1192 ongoing. ymcaofcoastalga.org/. YMCA (Wilmington Island), 66 Johnny Mercer Blvd.

Ribbons for a Reason Ribbons for a Reason and Mothers Demand Action join to remember shooting victims who died unnecessarily, demand action from legislators to this startling epidemic, and encourage others to take up this worthy cause. The event will feature messages from community leaders, prayer, fellowship, and the recitation of Chatham County gun violence victims’ names, represented by orange ribbons at the church. Sat., Dec. 12, 2 p.m. Asbury Memorial United Methodist Church, 1008 Henry St. Sandfly Holiday Market and Silent Auction This year’s event will benefit the Humane Society for Greater Savannah and will feature food, drinks, live music and a silent auction. Guests can also receive a makeover before having their picture taken with their four-legged friend in the photo booth with Santa. Kids will enjoy fake snow and face painting. Sat., Dec. 12, 1-6 p.m. sandflymarket@gmail.com. Sandfly Marketplace, 8511 Ferguson Avenue, Unit E. Sandfly Holiday Open House & Toy Drive SHOP, EAT, CELEBRATE, & GIVE in SANDFLY! Join the businesses of Sandfly on Thursday,

December 10th from 4:30pm - 8:30pm as they give back to the community that supports them so well! Great sales, specials, & celebrations everywhere! Come shop & eat in support of our local businesses and community. FREE Thu., Dec. 10, 4:30-8:30 p.m. contact@sandflysavannah.com. sandflysavannah.com/SandflyOpenHouse. html. SandflySavannah.com. Mary Dugas, PO Box 15295.

Savannah Art Walk An inclusive and inspiring Art Walk of our Historic Downtown. The Savannah Art Walk includes twenty exceptional Galleries, as well as collaborative endeavors with Andaz and Bohemian Riverfront Hotel to offer wine pours a gratis for guests.

Free second Saturday of every month, 4-8 p.m.. 912-507-7860. savartwalk@gmail. com. SavannahArtWalk.com. Downtown Savannah, downtown.

Savannah Storytellers Tall tales and fun times with the classic art of storytelling. Every Wednesday at 6pm.

Reservations encouraged by calling 912349-4059. Wednesdays, 6 p.m. liveoakstore. com/tubbysthunderbolt. Tubby’s Tank House (Thunderbolt), 2909 River Dr. Shire of Forth Castle Fighter Practice Local chapter of the Society for Creative Anachronism meets Saturdays at Forsyth Park (south end) for fighter practice and general hanging out. For those interested in the Middle Ages and the Renaissance. ongoing. savannahsca.org.

Skatefest The Civic Center is bringing back its annual family-oriented ice skating event.

Ice skating sessions last 1.5 hours and all ticket purchases include skate rental.

Single session tickets and punch passes are available for sale at the Savannah Civic Center box office, and in the arena’s Skateshop during the event. $7 single sessions, $35 for 6 sessions Dec. 12-Jan. 2. savannahcivic.com. The Savannah Civic Center, 301 West Oglethorpe Ave. Southbound Brewery Saturday Tours and Tastes Savannah’s first microbrewery is open for public tours and tastings Wednesday - Fridays from 5:30-7:30 and Saturdays from 2-4. Hang out, have a few cold ones, and learn a little more about Savannah’s first craft brewery. Free Saturdays, 2-4 p.m. continues on p. 40

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912-335-7716. info@southboundbrewingco. com. southboundbrewingco.com.

Southbound Brewing Company, 107 East Lathrop Ave. Speaking of Savannah: Savannah’s Finest Storytellers and Provocateurs Celebrate the “Savannahness” of Savannah Join Emergent Savannah for their final Monday Means Community of the 2015 year. The evening will be a celebration of all things Savannah, with local favorites reading the pieces that represent the quirky, the dysfunctional, the sad and the beautiful spirit that is so much of Savannah. Featuring Anna Chandler, Connect Savannah and COEDS singer; Zach Powers, local writer, author of Gravity Changes and director of the Seersucker series; Elizabeth Rhaney, writer and photographer at Armstrong’s Inkwell; Karen Wortham, founder and lead tour guide at Journey by Faith; and last but not least, Chad Faries, local author and Savannah State Professor and man about town. Mon., Dec. 14, 7 p.m. sentientbean. com. The Sentient Bean, 13 East Park Ave. Under The Rainbow On Thursday nights come out to the coolest spot in Pooler for Under The Rainbow. Every week we will host a different event that will cater to those that play over, around and under the rainbow. Thursdays, 8-11 p.m.

912-988-1052. Mediterranean Tavern, 125 Foxfield Way. Winter Muster Reenactment Visitors of Fort McAllister, a 1,725-acre Georgia state historic park, will be able to

see the fort’s garrison in action as they fight against Sherman’s forces. Rifle and cannon firing engagements will occur throughout the day between both sides, leading up to the assault and capture of the fortifications. $8 adults, $5 youth, kids under 6 free Sat., Dec. 12, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. gastateparks.org/ FortMcAllister/. Fort McAllister Historic Park, 3894 Fort McAllister Rd.

Festivals

Winter Wonderland & Gingerbread Village The Westin Savannah invites families to celebrate the season with beautiful holiday lights, Santa’s Workshop, the Gingerbread Village, charitable guests and more! Open every Thursday - Saturday, November 27th - December 12th, and daily December 17th - December 23rd. $5 donation requested Thursdays-Saturdays, 5-9 p.m..

912-201-2000. prsavannah@westin.com. savannahharborfoundation.com/index.html. westinsavannah.com/. Westin Savannah Harbor Golf Resort & Spa, 1 Resort Drive.

Fitness

$8 Community Yoga Classes Savannah Power Yoga offers a community yoga class nearly every day of the week for just $8. 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. $8 Mondays-Fridays, Sundays. (912) 349-2756. info@savannahpoweryoga. com. savannahpoweryoga.com.

savannahpoweryoga.com/. Savannah Power Yoga, 7360 Skidaway Rd. $8 Community Meditation Classes Join us for breath work, guided meditation, and yoga nidra, a deep relaxation technique to relieve stress, quiet the mind, and find the calm within. All proceeds support local organizations. $8 Sundays, 6-7 p.m.

912-349-2756. 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.

Barre Classes Looking for a fun way to tone and burn calories? Savannah Yoga Barre offers daily barre classes to help you reach your fitness goals. Diverse classes ensure there’s something for everyone. All levels are encouraged to attend. Start where you are and go from there. Classes start as early as 6 a.m. and as late as 6:45 p.m. $15 drop-in or use class pass ongoing. 912200-4809. info@savannahyogabarre.com. savannahyogabarre.com. Savannah Yoga Barre, 2132 East Victory Drive.

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

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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. YMCA-West Broad St, 1110 May St. Beginning Pole Fitness Pole fitness is a fun and flirty way to get in shape! Taught by Pole Dance America National Professional Champion Sabrina Madsen, you’ll learn the basics of pole dance in a safe and welcoming environment. Gain strength, balance and confidence. Beginner Classes are open to all shapes and sizes and are for ladies only (men welcome at our Intermediate Class). $25 for drop-in or $100 for a package of 5 classes Tuesdays, 8-9 p.m. 801.673.6737. info@firstcityfitness.com. firstcityfitness. com/pole-fitnessparties.html. First City Fitness, 2127 1/2 Victory Dr. 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. Burlesque BootyCamp The Downtown Delilahs are offering a Burlesque BootyCamp class that promises to help you embrace and celebrate your sexy/fun self, and work out, without even noticing you have been working out. Wed., Dec. 9, 6:30-7:30 p.m. and Mon., Dec. 14, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Carnival Bar Theatre, 306 West Factors Walk.

Core Pilates This fun and challenging Pilates class will tone your entire body while focusing on building core strength. Betsy HunterHughes is at your service every MonWed-Fri 9:45 at Savannah Yoga Barre. $15 drop-in or class pass Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, 9:45-10:45 a.m. 912200-4809. info@savannahyogabarre.com. savannahyogabarre.com. Savannah Yoga Barre, 2132 East Victory 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. 912-3558811. 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 Yoga for Cancer Patients St. Joseph’s/Candler’s Center for WellBeing offers Free Yoga for Cancer Patients every Monday from 1:30 – 2:30 p.m. in Candler’s Heart & Lung Building, Suite 100. The very gentle movements and breath work in this class will give you much needed energy, it will make your body feel better, and it will give you a mental release. This class is free to cancer patients. Mondays, 1:30-2:30 p.m.

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5353 Reynolds St. Functional Training Class Celebrate fall with a Saturday morning workout class. All levels welcome. A smooth mix of cardio and strengthening exercises.

Call Kara 912-667-0487 if interested. ongoing. Downtown Savannah, downtown.

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. Happy Hour Boot Camp Classes Amanda Jessop, certified strength and conditioning specialist, teaches classes for those who enjoy challenging and fun workouts and have goals to lose weight, tone up, or get in shape for the new year. Different packages available: Classes start out at $8 Tuesdays, Thursdays, 6-7 p.m.. 832-470-2257. amanda@channelyourinnerathlete.com. channelyourinnerathlete.com/work-with-me/ sports-conditioning-boot-camp/. Tom Triplett Community Park, U.S. Highway 80 West.

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 7am10pm. Call or see website. ongoing.

912-598-2300. gastateparks.org/ SkidawayIsland. gastateparks.org/info/ skidaway/. Skidaway Island State Park, 52 Diamond Cswy.

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.

Living Smart Fitness Club St. Joseph’s/Candler African-American Health Information and Resource Center offer the Living Smart Fitness Club, which is an exercise program to encourage healthy lifestyle changes. On Mondays and Wednesdays the classes are held at the John S. Delaware Center. On Tuesdays, the classes are held at the center, at 1910 Abercorn Street. Classes include Zumba (Tuesdays) and Hip-Hop low impact aerobics with cardio and strengthening exercises (Mondays/Wednesdays).

Mondays, Wednesdays, 6:30-7:30 p.m. and Tuesdays, 5:30-7 p.m. 912-447-6605.

Delaware Recreation Center, 1815 Lincoln St. 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. Nonstop Fitness Spin Class Join us every Thursday at 5:30pm for Spin.

Space is limited, please call 912-349-4902 to reserve your spot and to inquire about our other classes. 10 classes for $50 Thursdays,

5:30-6:30 p.m. 912-349-4902. kristi@ nonstopfitnesssav.com. nonstopfitnesssav. com. NonStop Fitness, 8511 Ferguson Ave. 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. Poses & Pints Bringing two ancient arts together, Pints & Poses will have you enjoying the benefits of yoga with rewarding brews to finish.

This light-hearted vinyasa class led by the effervescent Melissa DeLynn is great for beginners. Classes are $25 per person and includes your souvenir glass for the public Tours & Tastes that immediately follow. $25 Sat., Dec. 12, 12-2 p.m. 912-335-7716. info@ southboundbrewingco.com. Southbound Brewing Company, 107 East Lathrop Ave. Pregnancy Yoga 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. 912-704-7650. ann@aikyayoga. com. savannahyoga.com/. Savannah Yoga Center, 1321 Bull St. Pregnancy Yoga Classes Pregnancy is a transitional time when many physical and emotional changes take place. Pregnancy Yoga is about honoring these changes in ourselves, our body and our baby. Yoga strengthens the rapidly changing body and increases the ability to relax, and helps to prepare for a more mindful approach to the challenges of pregnancy, labor, delivery, and motherhood.

Pregnancy Yoga classes are offered as a 6 week session on Thursday evenings from 6pm – 7:15 pm. The class is suitable for all stages of pregnancy and no prior yoga experience is necessary. $120 - six week session Thursdays. 912-704-7650. ann@ douladeliveries.com. douladeliveries.com. savannahyoga.com/. Savannah Yoga Center, 1321 Bull St. Qigong Simple meditation in motion. Done standing.

Tuesday evening @ St. Thomas Episcopal, Isle of Hope. 5.45pm. Balance, Breath, Calm.

Taught by Tricia Richardson. 658-5592.

Tuesdays. St. Thomas Episcopal Church, 2 St. Thomas Ave. 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/.

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 continues on p. 42

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1 Tyler of “Archer” 6 “Omnia vincit ___” 10 “Pygmalion” playwright 14 Athletic team 15 The 29th state 16 When repeated, a Billy Idol hit 17 Chinese leader born in Norway?

19 “This is for,” on an env.

20 One in Wiesbaden 21 “Yes way, Jose!”

22 Elton John collaborator Bernie 24 Messy digs 25 Chopping tool 26 “Free Space” game 27 Prefix for pod or corn 28 Subtle signal 29 April 15 payment 32 Complaining when you have to stand during that stadium thing?

36 Gas used in signs 37 Like a fossil 38 Elevator pioneer Elisha 39 Part of my Ukraine itinerary, maybe?

44 Card issued by the DMV 45 Tabula ___ 46 Bud on a tuber 47 Number of legs on a daddy longlegs 49 Beats by ___ (headphones brand) 50 Law school grads, for short

53 1950 Isaac Asimov book 55 PBS’s “Science Kid” 56 “The World According to ___” (1982 film) 57 Spend fewer bucks 58 Economist Bodie at an animal attraction?

61 Company whose product names are in all caps 62 Collect from work 63 Barbershop tool 64 Presidential run?

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3 Cheerful 4 “Airplane!” star Robert 5 Letters on a toothpaste tube 6 Window alternative, on a flight 7 “Out of the way!”

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9 Carrying on 10 Dragon faced by Bilbo Baggins 11 Touchy topic, so to speak 12 Apt to vote no 13 Las Vegas casino mogul Steve 18 2004 Britney Spears single 23 “My Way” songwriter

Paul 25 Gallery wares 26 Irwin who won this season of “Dancing With the Stars” 27 Work the bar 28 Name yelled at the end of “The Flintstones” 30 Tel ___, Israel 31 Marks a ballot, maybe 32 “Felicity” star Russell 33 Narration work 34 Bring up 35 Made a tapestry, e.g.

36 Org. of Niners, but not Sixers 40 2012 Affleck film 41 Game played with five dice 42 Tiny Willy Wonka candies 43 Solid caustic 48 Steel girder 49 “The People’s Princess” 50 Like most “Peanuts” soundtracks 51 Dog slobber 52 Mold particle 53 “___ just me ...”

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runs. Kathy Ackerman, 912-756-5865, or Billy Tomlinson, 912-596-5965. ongoing.

Rock’n Body Fitness Bootcamp Ultimate outdoor power workout! Group physical training program conducted by former military personnel. Build strength and fitness through a variety of intense group intervals lasting approx.

45 minutes. First Class FREE MondaysFridays, 6:30-7:30 p.m. 912-675-0952. rocknbodyfitnessbootcamp@gmail.com. rocknbodyfitnessbootcamp.com. Forsyth Park, Drayton St. & East Park Ave. 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. 912495-8010. 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, $35 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.

Somatic Movement Improvisation This class is for everyone who moves!

Improve your dynamic alignment, breath, grounding, and the ability to access fluid movement. You will improve in all your movement activities, while awakening more fully within your own life as an embodied experience. Led by international teacher Janet Kaylo. Wear light, loose fitting clothes suitable for dance or yoga. No experience necessary. $15 drop-in Tuesdays, 7-8:30 p.m. 912-2004809. info@savannahyogabarre.com. savannahyogabarre.com. Savannah Yoga Barre, 2132 East Victory Drive.

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.

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Help fight pet cancer with this fun 5k. Other activities include a pet memorial, a PAWrade costume contest, pancake breakfast, yarn bombing, and pet portraits with Santa.

Sat., Dec. 12, 7:30 a.m. Habersham Village, Habersham and 61st Streets.

Yoga for Cancer Patients and Survivors Free for cancer patients and survivors. The classes help with flexibility and balance while also providing relaxation. Located at FitnessOne, on the third floor of the Memorial Outpatient and Wellness Center.

Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m. and Thursdays, 12:45 p.m. 912-350-9031. memorialhealth.com/.

Memorial Health University Medical Center, 4700 Waters Ave. Yoga for Meditators Yoga for Meditators One hour of gentle slow flow and yin yoga with breath work to prepare the body to sit comfortably in meditation, followed by a half hour guided meditation based on the work of Jon KabatZinn’s mindfulness based stress reduction program to reduce anxiety, depression and chronic pain. You will experience a full cycle of self-care starting with the body and ending with the mind. By practicing mindfulness in this way you may experience a deeper connection with the world and your place in it and a more accepting attitude towards life’s difficulties. Wednesdays 6-7:30 PM, $15. Visit savannahzencenter. com or find us on Facebook. Located at 640 E 40th St and Reynolds. Text (912) 429-7265 for more info. ongoing. The Savannah Zen Center, 640 E. 40th St. Yoga Teacher Training Program Interested in teaching yoga or simply deepening your practice? Join us for our annual 200-hour yoga teacher training program. The journey begins on October 9 and takes place over the course of 9 weekends in an 8-month period. You’ll work in a timeframe that allows you to fully digest and incorporate new knowledge and skills into your yoga practice as well as your everyday life. While our 8-month program prepares you for teaching yoga to others, it’s not necessary to want to teach yoga to benefit from this training. Whether you choose to teach yoga or not, our 200-Hour training will help you develop your unique style and cultivate your inner voice. Through May 15, 2016. ytt@savannahyoga.com. savannahyoga.com. savannahyoga.com/.

Savannah Yoga Center, 1321 Bull St. Zumba Fitness (R) with April Mondays at 5:30pm, Thursdays at 6:30pm.

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

Food Events

Wilmington Island Farmers’ Market The Wilmington Island Farmers’ Market is held every Saturday rain or shine from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. @ Islands Community Church located at 111 Walthour Road on Wilmington Island. Includes Artisans Market on the First Saturday of every month, guest chefs, local non-profit groups, special guests and musical guests, story time for kids of all ages, crafty corner on the last Saturday of the month, monthly Charitable

Organizations, Healthy Kids Club, and shop with Chef. FREE 9 a.m.-1 p.m.. 912844-0920. wifarmersmakerpr@aol.com. wifarmersmarket.org/fall-schedule.html.

Islands Community Church, 111 Walthour Rd. Forsyth Farmers Market Local and regional produce, honey, meat, dairy, pasta, baked goods and other delights.

Rain or shine. Free to attend. Items for sale.

912-484-0279. forsythfarmersmarket.com.

Forsyth Park, Drayton St. & East Park Ave. Honey Tasting and Body Care Samples + Store Tour Daily honey tastings and body care demonstrations. Come see honeybees in the observation hive or call 912.629.0908 to schedule a tour of the Bee Garden. Free Mondays-Fridays, 10 a.m. 912-234-0688. jessie@savannahbee.com. Savannah Bee Company, Wilmington Island, 211 Johnny Mercer Blvd.

Prepare Sunday Suppers at Union Mission Local organizations are invited to sign up to prepare Sunday Supper for people who are homeless and live at Union Mission’s shelters for homeless people. Groups must sign up in advance and bring/prepare a meal, beginning at 2pm on Sundays. Call for information. ongoing. 912-236-7423.

Tybee Island Farmers Market Featuring a variety of produce, baked goods, honey, granola, BBQ, sauces and dressings, popsicles, dog treats and natural body products. The market is non-smoking and pet friendly. tybeeislandfarmersmarket.com.

Stephen Johnson, 206 Miller Ave.

Health

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. Free Enrollment Help for Medicaid and PeachCare Parents can find the help they need to renew or sign up their children (ages 0-19) on Medicaid or PeachCare. Enrollment Assisters will work with clients through the process. Free and open to the public.

Mondays, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. and Wednesdays, 1-5 p.m.. 912-356-2887.

Free Hearing and Speech Screening Hearing: Thursdays, 9am-11am.

Speech: First Thursdays,. Call or see website for times. ongoing. 912-3554601. savannahspeechandhearing.org. savannahspeechandhearing.org/. Savannah Speech and Hearing Center, 1206 E 66th St. Free Hearing Screenings The Savannah Speech and Hearing Center offers free hearing screenings every Thursday from 9-11 a.m. Children ages three years old to adults of all ages

are screened on a first-come, first-serve basis by a trained audiology assistant. If necessary, a full audiological evaluation will be recommended. Free and open to the public Thursdays, 9-11 a.m. 912355-4601. speechandhearingsav.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. 912-644-5217. Chatham County Health Dept., 1395 Eisenhower Dr. Health Care for Uninsured People Open for primary care for uninsured residents of Chatham County. Mon.Fri., 8:30am-3:30pm. Call for info or appointment. ongoing. 912-443-9409. St. Joseph’s/Candler--St. Mary’s Health Center, 1302 Drayton St. Hypnosis, Guided Imagery and Relaxation Therapy 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.

912-927-3432. savannahypnosis.com.

Know Your Water What everyone ought to know about our drinking water (bottled, tap, distilled, reverse osmosis, filtered, alkaline and spring.) Are you paying thousands of money for water that is making you sick? Find out what water is best for your body. FREE Tuesdays, 7-8:15 p.m. 703-989-6995. oggisavannah@gmail. com. Anahata Healing Arts Center, 2424 Drayton St. Suite B. La Leche League of Savannah 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.

Labor and Delivery Tour Want to take a look around before the big day? Register for a tour of our labor and delivery areas. The tour is held once a month and fills up quickly, so please register early. Call 912-350-BORN (2676). second Sunday of every month. memorialhealth. com/. Memorial Health University Medical Center, 4700 Waters Ave. Living Smart Fitness Club An exercise program encouraging healthy lifestyle changes. Mon. & Wed. 6pm-7:15pm 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.

Planned Parenthood Hotline First Line is a statewide hotline for women seeking information on health services.

Open 7pm-11pm nightly. ongoing. 800-2647154.

Prepared Childbirth Class This course gives an overview of reproductive anatomy and physiology and explains the process of labor and delivery in simple, easy-to-understand terms. The four-week course includes a tour of the labor and delivery unit. This class is popular,

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so please register early $75 per couple Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m. 912-350-2676. memorialhealth.com/. Memorial Health University Medical Center, 4700 Waters Ave. The Savannah 7-Day Diabetes Repair If you are ready to take control of your life and health, call today, enroll in this fun but intensive seven week program to heal your body of diabetes. You will learn how changing can heal. You can reverse diabetes by following a new protocol, even if you have been diabetic for years.

Includes over a year of follow-up support. $450 Thursdays, Saturdays. 912-598-8457. jeff@heartbeatsforlife-ga.org. Southwest Chatham Library, 14097 Abercorn St.

Kid’s Happenings

Georgia Pre-K Program The YMCA Pre-K program is a fun way to introduce your child to school. Using creative curriculum as a guide, our teachers arrange each room into a variety of learning centers that provide children with both active and quiet plat experiences. Guest speakers, community events, and field trips also bring the learning environment to life.

Kids must be 4 years old by September 1, 2015 and a resident of Georgia to be eligible. Mondays-Fridays.. 912-233-1951. westbroadstreetymca.org. YMCA-West Broad St, 1110 May St. Healthy Kids Club The Healthy Kids Club’s mission is to educate and inspire children to take part in their local farmers market while enjoying nutritious foods and empowering their families to make healthy choices at home. Saturdays, 9:15-9:45 a.m. wifarmersmarket@aol.com. Wilmington Island Farmers Market, 111 Walthour Rd. Irish Dancers of Savannah Savannah’s first organized Irish dance school welcomes dancers, ages 4 and up.

Learn Irish Step and Ceili (Irish square) Dancing at a relaxed pace. Convenient mid-town location. Adult classes available.

Thursdays.. 912-897-5984. irishdancsav@ aol.com.

Santa Claus Visit Santa Claus will visit our Habersham Village store for photos and visits. Free Sun., Dec. 13, 2-4 p.m. 912-201-3654. LLS@ imsproductions.net. riverstreetsweets.com.

River Street Sweets, 4515 Habersham Road.

Savannah Children’s Museum School Year Hours SCM hours beginning 8/31/13 will be Sunday 11am-4pm; Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4pm. Open on holiday Mondays that SCC Public Schools are not in session including Labor Day. For more details go to savannahchildrensmuseum.org ongoing.

Savannah Children’s Museum, 655 Louisville Road.

Theatre: Charlie Brown Christmas Come see this heart-warming musical based on the beloved cartoon! When Charlie Brown complains about the overwhelming materialism he sees among everyone during the Christmas season, Lucy suggests that he become director of the school Christmas pageant. Charlie Brown accepts, but this proves to be a

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frustrating endeavor. When an attempt to restore the proper holiday spirit with a forlorn little Christmas fir tree fails, he needs Linus’ help to learn what the real meaning of Christmas is. 15-20 Fri., Dec. 11, 8-10 p.m., Sat., Dec. 12, 3-5 & 8-10 p.m. and Sun., Dec. 13, 3-5 & 8-10 p.m. 912-238-9015. eventinfo@savannachildrenstheatre.org. savannahchildrenstheatre.org. Savannah Children’s Theatre, 2160 East Victory Dr. Toddler Time Bring your 2-4 year old to enjoy stories, games and learning designed just for them.

Each week there will be a different naturebased theme. $5 parking Thursdays, 10 a.m. gastateparks.org/skidawayisland. gastateparks.org/info/skidaway/. Skidaway Island State Park, 52 Diamond Cswy.

Toddler Tuesdays at Oatland Island Wildlife Center Toddlers 6 months to 4 years, and their adults. Themed programs--story books, singing songs, finger puppet plays, crafts, guided walks, up close encounters with Oatland animals. Preregister by 4pm Monday. $5 children. Gen. Admission for adults ($5 or $3 for military & seniors) Tuesdays. 912-395-1500. oatlandisland.org. oatlandisland.org/. Oatland Island Wildlife Center, 711 Sandtown Rd. Visit with Santa Claus Santa Claus will be visiting River Street Sweets in Habersham Village. Stop in for a treat and a visit with Santa. Sat., Dec. 12, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. 912-201-3654. lls@ imsproductions.net. riverstreetsweets.com.

River Street Sweets, 4515 Habersham Road.

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.

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Thursdays and Sundays, 7:30pm, at the Unitarian Universalist Church, 311 E. Harris, 2nd floor. New location effective 11/2012. ongoing.

Georgia Equality Savannah Local chapter of Georgia’s largest gay rights group. 104 W. 38th St. 912-547-6263. ongoing.

Savannah Pride, Inc. Organizes the annual Savannah Pride Festival and helps promote the well-being of the LGBT community in the South.

Mission: unity through diversity and social awareness. Second Tuesday/month. Call for location. ongoing. 912-288-7863. heather@ savpride.com. savpride.com.

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. 912-657-1966. info@standoutyouth.org. standoutyouth. org. Vineyard Church Office, 1020 Abercorn Street.

What Makes a Family A children’s therapy group for children of GLBT parents. Ages 10 to 18. Meets twice a month. Call for info. ongoing. 912-352-2611.

Nature and Environment

Coffee with a Ranger Start your morning right by getting coffee and having a discussion with a park ranger.

Fridays, 8:30 a.m. gastateparks.org/info/ skidaway/. Skidaway Island State Park, 52 Diamond Cswy.

Dolphin Project Dolphin Project’s Education Outreach Program is available to speak at schools, clubs, organizations. A powerpoint presentation with sound and video about estuarine dolphins and their environment.

Age/grade appropriate programs and handouts. See website for info. ongoing. thedolphinproject.org.

Recycling Fundraiser for Economic Opportunity Authority Support EOA through the FundingFactory Recycling Program. Recycle empty cartridges, cell phones, small electronics,

Free Will Astrology ARIES (March 21-April 19)

“Happiness sneaks through a door you didn’t know that you left open,” said actor John Barrymore. I hope you’ve left open a lot of those doors, Aries. The more there are, the happier you will be. This is the week of all weeks when joy, pleasure, and even zany bliss are likely to find their ways into your life from unexpected sources and unanticipated directions. If you’re lucky, you also have a few forgotten cracks and neglected gaps where fierce delights and crisp wonders can come wandering in.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20)

What state of mind do you desire the most? What is the quality of being that you aspire to inhabit more and more as you grow older? Maybe it’s the feeling of being deeply appreciated, or the ability to see things as they really are, or an intuitive wisdom about how to cultivate vibrant relationships. I invite you to set an intention to cultivate this singular experience with all your passion and ingenuity.

The time is right. Make a pact with yourself.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20)

Like Metallica jamming with Nicki Minaj and Death Cab for Cutie on a passage from Mozart’s opera *The Magic Flute,* you are redefining the meanings of the words “hybrid,” “amalgam,” and “hodgepodge.” You’re mixing metaphors with panache. You’re building bridges with cheeky verve. Some of your blends are messy mishmashes, but more often they are synergistic successes. With the power granted to me by the gods of mixing and matching, I hereby authorize you to keep splurging on the urge to merge. This is your special time to experiment with the magic of combining things that have rarely or never been combined.

CANCER (June 21-July 22)

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I hope you can figure out the difference between the fake cure and the real cure. And once you know which is which, I hope you will do the right thing rather than the sentimental thing. For best results, keep these considerations in mind: The fake cure may taste sweeter than the real one. It may also be better packaged and more alluringly promoted. In fact, the only advantage the real cure may have over the fake one is that it will actually work to heal you.

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LEO (July 23-Aug. 22)

There’s a sinuous, serpentine quality about you these days. It’s as if you are the elegant and crafty hero of an epic myth set in the ancient future. You are sweeter and saucier than usual, edgier and more extravagantly emotive. You are somehow both a repository of tantalizing secrets and a fount of arousing revelations. As I meditate

laptops, to EOA for recycling. They will receive technology products and cash.

Businesses may also recycle items on behalf of EOA for credit. Drop off at EOA, 681 W. Anderson St. See website, email or call for info. ongoing. 912-238-2960 x126. dwproperty@aol.com. fundingfactory.com.

Walk on the Wild Side A two-mile Native Animal Nature Trail winds through maritime forest, freshwater wetland, salt marsh habitats, featuring live native animal exhibits. Open daily, 10am-4pm except Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Years.

Call or see website for info. ongoing. 912395-1500. oatlandisland.org. oatlandisland. org/. Oatland Island Wildlife Center, 711 Sandtown Rd.

by Rob brezsny

beautyandtruth@freewillastrology.com

on the magic you embody, I am reminded of a passage from Laini Taylor’s fantasy novel *Daughter of Smoke & Bone*: “She tastes like nectar and salt. Nectar and salt and apples. Pollen and stars and hinges. She tastes like fairy tales. Swan maiden at midnight. Cream on the tip of a fox’s tongue. She tastes like hope.”

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

I bought an old horoscope book at a garage sale for 25 cents. The cover was missing and some pages were waterdamaged, so parts of it were hard to decipher. But the following passage jumped out at me: “In romantic matters, Virgos initially tend to be cool, even standoffish. Their perfectionism may interfere with their ability to follow through on promising beginnings. But if they ever allow themselves to relax and go further, they will eventually ignite. And then, watch out! Their passion will generate intense heat and light.” I suspect that this description may apply to you in the coming weeks. Let’s hope you will trust your intuition about which possibilities warrant your caution and which deserve your opening.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

“The secret of being a bore is to tell everything,” said French writer Voltaire. I agree, and add these thoughts: To tell everything also tempts you to wrongly imagine that you have everything completely figured out.

Furthermore, it may compromise your leverage in dicey situations where other people are using information as a weapon. So the moral of the current story is this: Don’t tell everything! I realize this could be hard, since you are a good talker these days; your ability to express yourself is at a peak. So what should you do? Whenever you speak, aim for quality over quantity. And always weave in a bit of mystery.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

Ducks are the most unflappable creatures I know. Cats are often regarded as the top practitioners of the “I don’t give a f---” attitude, but I think ducks outshine them. When domestic felines exhibit their classic aloofness, there’s sometimes a subtext of annoyance or contempt. But ducks are consistently as imperturbable as Zen masters.

Right now, as I gaze out my office window, I’m watching five of them swim calmly, with easygoing nonchalance, against the swift current of the creek in the torrential rain.

I invite you to be like ducks in the coming days. Now is an excellent time to practice the high art of truly not giving a f---.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

My old friend Jeff started working at a gambling casino in Atlantic City. “You’ve gone over to the dark side!” I kidded.

He acknowledged that 90 percent of the casino’s visitors lose money gambling. On the bright side, he said, 95 percent of them leave happy. I don’t encourage you to do this kind of gambling in the near future, Sagittarius. It’s true that you will be riding a lucky streak. But smarter, surer risks will be a better way to channel your good fortune.

So here’s the bottom line: In whatever way you choose to bet or speculate, don’t let your lively spirits trick you into relying on pure impulsiveness. Do the research. Perform your due diligence. It’s not enough just to be entertained.

The goal is to both have fun and be successful.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

Ancient Greek philosopher Epicurus was a pioneer thinker whose ideas helped pave the way for the development of science. Believe nothing, he taught, unless you can evaluate it through your personal observation and logical analysis. Using this admirable approach, he determined that the size of our sun is about two feet in diameter. I’m guessing that you have made comparable misestimations about at least two facts of life, Capricorn. They seem quite reasonable but are very wrong. The good news is that you will soon be relieved of those mistakes. After some initial disruption, you will feel liberated.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

Aquarian inventor Thomas Edison owned 1,093 patents.

Nicknamed “The Wizard of Menlo Park,” he devised the first practical electrical light bulb, the movie camera, the alkaline storage battery, and many more useful things.

The creation he loved best was the phonograph. It was the first machine in history that could record and reproduce sound. Edison bragged that no one else had ever made such a wonderful instrument. It was “absolutely original.”

I bring this to your attention, Aquarius, because I think you’re due for an outbreak of absolute originality. What are the most unique gifts you have to offer? In addition to those you already know about, new ones may be ready to emerge.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)

Here’s an experiment that makes good astrological sense for you to try in the coming weeks. Whenever you feel a tinge of frustration, immediately say, “I am an irrepressible source of power and freedom and love.” Anytime you notice a trace of inadequacy rising up in you, or a touch of blame, or a taste of anger, declare, “I am an irresistible magnet for power and freedom and love.” If you’re bothered by a mistake you made, or a flash of ignorance expressed by another person, or a maddening glitch in the flow of the life force, stop what you’re doing, interrupt the irritation, and proclaim, “I am awash in power and freedom and love.”

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Wilderness Southeast A variety of programs each month including guided trips with naturalists. Canoe trips, hikes. Mission: develop appreciation, understanding, stewardship, and enjoyment of the natural world. Call or see website for info. ongoing. 912-236-8115. wildernesssoutheast.org.

Religious & Spiritual

Band of Sisters Prayer Group All women are invited. Second Tuesdays, 7:30am-8:30am. Fellowship Assembly, 5224 Augusta Rd. Email or call Jeanne Seaver or see website for info. “The king’s heart is like channels of water in the hands of the Lord.” (Prov. 21:1) ongoing. 912-663-8728. jeanneseaver@aol.com. capitolcom.org/ georgia.

Buddhist Meditation All ages, lineages, and newcomers welcome. Our schedule is: Tuesdays 6-7:30 PM- for 30 minutes mediation followed by study group, $10. Wednesdays 6-7:30 PM- one hour of gentle yoga followed by 30 minutes of guided meditation, $15. Sundays 9-10:30 AM- Mediation, dharma talk and tea, $10. Reiki healing is offered by appointment.

Text Rev. Cindy Beach at (912) 429-7265 for more info or visit savannahzencenter.com or find us on Facebook. Located atLocated at 640 E 40th St and Reynolds. $10-$15 ongoing. The Savannah Zen Center, 640 E. 40th St. Catholic Singles A group of Catholic singles age 30-50 meet frequently for fun, fellowship and service.

Send email or check website to receive announcements of activities and to suggest activities for the group. ongoing. familylife@ diosav.org. diosav.org/familylife-singles.

Gratitude Circle in the Squares Join Joanne Morton and others on Wednesdays for a weekly gathering of positive energy. All are welcome. Free hugs. View calendar for the square of the week. Wednesdays, 12-12:30 p.m. 917-6764280. magicpassionlove.com/savannahgratitude/. Downtown Savannah, downtown.

Guided Silent Prayer Acoustical songs, 30 minutes of guided silent prayer, and minutes to receive prayer or remain in silence. Wednesdays, 6:45-8:00pm at Vineyard Church, 615 Montgomery St. See website for info. ongoing. vineyardsavannah.org.

Maritime Bethel “Sundays on Thursdays” worship at the Fellowship Assembly. Plenty of parking for large trucks. Free Thursdays. 912-220-2976.

The Fellowship Assembly of God Church, 5224 Augusta Road.

A New Church in the City, For the City Gather on Sundays at 10:30am. Like the Facebook page “Savannah Church Plant.” ongoing. Bryson Hall, 5 E. Perry St. New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary Courses are now being offered at the new Savannah Extension of New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary. Full course loads for both Undergraduate and Graduate Degrees will be offered. Apply now at www.nobts. edu to start classes this winter. ongoing.

912-232-1033. revwasson@gmail.com.

Savannah Baptist Center, 704 Wheaton Street.

Read the Bible in One Year A Bible book club for those wanting to read the Bible in one year. Open to all. Book club format, not a traditional Bible study. All welcome, regardless of race, creed, sexual orientation, religion. Thurs. 6:00pm-7:00pm.

Call for info. ongoing. 912-233-5354. Holy Spirit Lutheran Church, 622 E. 37th Street.

Savannah Friends Meeting (Quakers) Un-programmed worship. 11am Sundays, third floor of Trinity United Methodist Church. Call or email for info.

All are welcome. ongoing. 636-2331772. savannahquakers@gmail.com. trinitychurch1848.org/. Trinity United Methodist Church, 225 West President St. Savannah Reiki Share During shares, participants take turns giving and receiving universal life force energy via Reiki and other healing modalities. Present at the shares are usually no less than 2 Reiki Masters. Come share with us on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of every month at the Sweet Water Spa in downtown Savannah.

Sign up at Savannah Reiki Share or Reiki by Appointment on Facebook. Free ongoing, 7 p.m. 440-371-5209. Sweet Water Spa, 148 Abercorn Street.

Service of Compline Enter the stillness of another age. Gregorian Chant sung by candlelight at 9:00-9:30 p.m. every Sunday night by the Complne Choir of Christ Church Anglican. Come, say good nigh to God. All are welcome. ongoing.

Christ Church Anglican, 37th and Bull.

South Valley Baptist Church Weekly Sunday services. Sunday school, 10:00am. Worship, 11:30am. Tuesday Bible Study/Prayer Service, 6:30pm. Pastor Rev. Dr. Barry B. Jackson, 480 Pine Barren Road, Pooler, GA “Saving a nation one soul at a time.” ongoing.

Sundays on Thursdays Worship Service Thursdays. 912-826-0206. maritimebethelatsavannah.org. The Fellowship Assembly of God Church, 5224 Augusta Road.

Tapestry Church A church for all people! We don’t care what you are wearing, just that you are here.

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Inner Larry David: -10, Dignity: 0

By Your Pal Erin

psychicyourpalerin@gmail.com www.yourpalerin.com

MY BETTER JUDGEMENT said, “Don’t confront the perpetrator with a scathing letter,” but once the fury was unleashed, my inner Larry David couldn’t not send it. My golden kazoo had gone missing and was nowhere to be found. Because I keep my home orderly, it could only be in two possible places: 1) atop the wardrobe where I mindlessly leave things in my bedroom or 2) that remote shelf in my office, along with Les Nessman’s coveted Silver Sow Award and a cache of other sparkle treasures currently for sale on my Regretsy store.

This wasn’t your typical golden kazoo.

It was Paul Bunyon-sized —one of only three in existence. As such, it was highly desirable and wasn’t easy to lose; especially in a house as streamlined as mine.

A bilious tummy ache started to rumble as I realized that one of my Couch Schleppers must have stolen it.

Inconceivable.

With the exception of Mister Nightcap, a recent divorcee who earned his name by inviting me back to the Rumpus Room for a drink just forty minutes after unpacking his bags, all my guests this past month had been delightful.

It’s not like my kazoo suddenly grew legs and ran away to seek its fortune. I had dumped the place ass-over-teakettle and it was officially AWOL. Stranger Danger was the only possible explanation. And so, I hit “send.”

Please be advised that I am currently reviewing the unicorn’s testimony and will be submitting it as evidence to corroborate reports I will be filing with both the CouchSchlepping.com Circle of Trust and Safety™ and the Savannah Metro Police Department.

To the kid in question, I am giving you seven days to return my kazoo, via mail or Amazon drone, no questions asked. In the event that it is not returned, I intend to prosecute this case to the fullest extent of the law.

On a personal note, trust is a fragile thing. Karma is a doozie. When it comes back to bite you, don’t be surprised if you are betrayed by someone whom you care about waaaay more than some hapless stranger you stayed with that one time you went to Savannah.

Your pal, Erin

Not an hour later, Mister Nightcap wrote back to commiserate over my loss, adding —verbatim— “I’m guessing that part of you has to feel kind of violated.

Home stuff is so…intimate in ways, no?”

My first reaction: “EEEW!” My second: “Sonovabeeech, he did it!!”

It was there in black and white. Since Mister Nightcap hadn’t been able to violate me with a lead pipe in the Rumpus Room, he’d compensated by stealing an “intimate” souvenir from my home: the golden kazoo that might have pressed against the luscious lips I’d denied him.

As only Paul Bunyon would have any real use for the kazoo, I would never suspect that Mister Nightcap was the actual thief.

It was the perfect crime. And he would ***THEFT ALERT *** POLICE TO BE have gotten away with it, if not for this NOTIFIED*** meddling kid!

My apologies in advance to the 99% of I wrote the others to apologize again you receiving this letter who had nothand inform them that the responsible ing to do with the theft that occurred party had come forward. in my home at some point over the last Yesterday I found the kazoo. It was burthree weeks. But if there’s one thing rowed in the depths of the super-slouchy we’ve learned from watching Scooby Gordon Gartrell tote bag I had checked at Doo, it’s that it only takes one meddling least three times in my quest. kid to ruin things for everyone.

So why do I confess this damning tale, That little meddler expected that I with certain details so obviously exaggereither wouldn’t notice or wouldn’t speak ated to protect the innocent? up. That little meddler is hells to the Because when I am wrong I admit it. wrong.

Because shaming my inner Larry David This afternoon I discovered that a might give him cause to pause next time… rare, Paul Bunyon Issue Golden Kazoo and there will be a next time. for sale via my online store has disapBecause when I was little, one of my peared from the Tippy-Top shelf of my favorite stories was a Sesame Street picprivate office. Unfortunately, the person ture book in which Grover prevents his who stole it failed to note that it was readers from turning its pages, for fear of being guarded by a motion activated facing the monster at the end of the book, Unicorn Of Justice, located in plain sight only to discover that the monster is he. less than a foot from where the kazoo Because more often than not, I am the was taken. monster at the end of this book.

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to delivering a creative, challenging, straight forward, and honest message about the role of biblical principles in your life. Come experience an environment that helps you connect with God and discover his incredible purpose for your life. Join us every Sunday morning 10AM at the Habersham YMCA. Sundays, 10 a.m. tapestrysavannah.com. ymcaofcoastalga.org/. YMCA (Habersham Branch), 6400 Habersham St. Theology on Tap Meets on the third Monday, 8:30pm-10:30pm. Like the Facebook page: Theology on Tap Downtown Savannah. ongoing. distillerysavannah.com. The Distillery, 416 W. Liberty St. Unitarian Universalist Church of Savannah Liberal religious community where people with different beliefs gather as one faith. Sundays, 11am. Email, call or see website for info. ongoing. 912-234-0980. admin@uusavannah.org. uusavannah. org. uusavannah.org. Unitarian Universalist Church of Savannah, 313 Harris St. Unity Church of Savannah Everyone is welcome. Unity of Savannah is not concerned with where people come from, what they look like, or whom they love – Unity is just glad that each person is here. Sunday 9:15am meditative service and 11:00am celebratory service show what the New Thought Movement is all about. Children’s church 11am service.

Unity loves all people, just as they are.

Sundays. 912-355-4704. unityofsavannah. org. unityofsavannah.org/. Unity Church of Savannah, 2320 Sunset Blvd.

Sports & Games

DEC 9-DEC 15, 2015

Adult and Junior Tennis Clinics On Thursdays. Intended for a class size of 4-8 students. Buy four classes, get the fifth class free. $15 per class ongoing.

912-201-2000. westinsavannah.com. theclubatsavannahharbor.com/index.php.

The Club at Savannah Harbor, #2 Resort Dr. Adult Coed Flag Football League 8x8 Coed Flag League. Play adult sports, meet new people. Sponsored by Savannah Adult Recreation Club. Wed. nights/Sun. mornings, at locations around Savannah. $450. Minimum 8 games. Ages 18+. Coed teams. See website or call for info. ongoing.

912-220-3474. savadultrec.com.

Amazing Scavenger Hunt Adventure- Savannah Turn Savannah into a giant game board with this fun scavenger hunt adventure. Combine the excitement of the Amazing Race with a three-hour city tour. Guided from any smart phone, teams make their way among well known and overlooked gems of the city, solving clues and completing challenges while learning local history. Available 365 days a year, sunrise to sunset. Start when you want and play at your pace. Save 20%- Only $39.20 for a team of 2-5 people after Promotion Code: CONNECT. Sign up online at www.UrbanAdventureQuest. com. $39.20 for a TEAM of 2-5 people Through Dec. 31, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. 805-6035620. info@urbanadventurequest.com.

UrbanAdventureQuest.com. Franklin Square, Montgomery and St. Julian Streets.

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Learn the fundamentals of football. Ages 4-12. Sign up now. Mondays-Thursdays, 5:30-7:30 p.m. 912-272-6684. Daffin Park, 1198 Washington Ave. Brain & Brawn 5k and 5k Challenge Join the Society of Women Engineers for the Brain & Brawn 5k and 5k Challenge, mixing fun, family, science and exercise for everyone to enjoy. If you don’t want to just run a 5k, then sign up for our 5k Challenge to put your brain and your legs to the test.

Each participant in the 5k Challenge must complete 6 STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) related activities along the course. All ages welcome. $25 through 11/20, $30 11/21 - 12/10, $35 12/11-12/12 Sat., Dec. 12, 9-11 a.m. 757-650-9275. acarobine@gmail.com. sceswe.org/event2072376. Whitemarsh Preserve Trails, Hwy 80 and Bryan Woods Rd. Derby Devils Roller Derby Classes Roller derby league offers 12-week courses for beginners, recreational scrimmaging for experienced players and two annual bootcamp programs. See website for info. ongoing. savannahderby.com.

Grief 101 Support Group Seven-week morning or evening adult support group offers tools to learn to live with loss. Tuesdays, 10am-11am; or Thursdays, 6:00pm-7:00pm. Free of charge.

Offered by Hospice Savannah, Inc. Call for info. ongoing. 912-303-9442. Full Circle Grief and Loss Center, 6000 Business Center Drive.

Pikes Presents Armstrong State University’s Pi Kappa Alpha fraternity hosts this charity basketball game against the Blazers to benefit Bethesda Academy. Wed., Dec. 9, 6 p.m. Bethesda Academy, 9250 Ferguson Ave. Saturday Group Run or Walk Join us in our quest for fitness. Beginners are welcome. We can help you exceed your fitness goals. Free Saturdays, 7-8:15 a.m. 912-398-4130. runthecity@live.com. savystrider.com. Lake Mayer, 1850 E. Montgomery Crossroads.

Sav. Strider Weekly Group Run or Walk Downtown Join us for a run or walk downtown or over the bridge if you’re feeling froggy. The best part is afterwards when we get coffee or whatever else your heart desires from Savannah Coffee Roasters. Free Sundays, 7-8 a.m. 912-398-4130. runthecity@live. com. savystrider.com. Savannah Coffee Roasters, 215 West Liberty Street.

Savannah Bike Polo Like regular polo, but with bikes instead of horses. Meets weekly. See facebook for info. ongoing. facebook.com/ savannahbikepolo.

Sports Coach Golf, Tennis, Baseball, Etc. for novices or professionals. Fine tune your mental game with guided imagery and visualization. 25 years experience. For more info call 912247-4903. ongoing. Online only, none.

Ultimate Frisbee Come play Ultimate! Tuesdays and Thursdays, 5:30pm until dark. Sundays, 4:30pm until we get tired. The west side of Forsyth Park. Bring a smile, two shirts (one light or white, one dark), water, and cleats (highly recommended). ongoing.

savannahultimateproject@gmail.com. savannahultimateproject.wordpress.com/ pick-up/. Forsyth Park, Drayton St. & East Park Ave. USMNT (Soccer) American Outlaws Chapter USMNT is a national soccer team that represents the U.S. in international soccer competitions. American Outlaws Savannah chapter of USMNT meets regularly. Call for details. ongoing. 912-398-4014. savannahflipflop.com. Flip Flop Tiki Bar & Grill, 117 Whitaker St.

Support Groups

1 More 2 Save Mental Health Support This is a group for consumers of all Mental Illnesses. It’s a place to come learn, relax and speak on a weekly basis about symptoms, emotions and overall health.

Every Tuesday at 7pm. Venues subject to change. Free Tuesdays, 7-8:30 p.m. 912 344 8019. lidnsaywittaa@gmail.com. Forsyth Park, Drayton St. & East Park Ave. Alcoholics Anonymous For people who want or need to stop drinking, AA can help. Meetings daily throughout the Savannah area. Free to attend or join. Check website for meeting days/times, or call 24 hours a day. ongoing.

912-356-3688. savannahaa.com.

Alzheimer’s Caregiver and Family Support Group For individuals caring for Alzheimer’s and dementia family members. Second Monday, Wilm. Isl. UMC, 195 Wilmington Island Rd. Second Thursday, Ruth Byck Adult Care Center, 64 Jasper St. Sponsored by Senior Citizens, Inc. . 912-236-0363 x143.

Amputee Support Group Open to all who have had limbs amputated and their families or caregivers. Call for info. ongoing. 912-355-7778.

Back Pain Support Group Second Monday of every month,7:00pm.

Denny’s Restaurant at Hwy. 204. Everyone is welcome. For more info, contact Debbie at 912-727-2959 ongoing.

Brain Injury Support Group For traumatic brain injury survivors and their caregivers. Third Thursdays, 5pm. In the gym of the Rehabilitation Institute at Memorial. ongoing. memorialhealth.com. memorialhealth.com/. Memorial Health University Medical Center, 4700 Waters Ave. Breast Cancer Survivors Group Tuesdays, 5:20pm at First Presbyterian Church. For survivors and caregivers.

Call for info. ongoing. 912-844-4524. fpc. presbychurch.net. First Presbyterian Church, 520 Washington Ave. Cancer Support Group For anyone living with, through or beyond a cancer diagnosis. First Wednesdays, at Lewis Cancer Pavilion. Call for info. ongoing.

912-819-5704. Nancy N. and J.C. Lewis Cancer & Research Pavilion, 225 Reynolds Ave. Children’s Grief Support Group Seven week structured educational support group for children 6-17. Support, coping tools, utilizing play and activity to learn to live with loss. Free of charge. A service of Hospice Savannah, Inc. Call for dates. ongoing. 912-303-9442. Full Circle Grief and

Loss Center, 6000 Business Center Drive.

Citizens With Retarded Citizens For families with children or adults with autism, mental retardation, and other developmental disabilities. Meets monthly.

Call for info. ongoing. 912-355-7633.

Citizens With Retarded Citizens, 1211 Eisenhower Drive.

Coastal Empire Polio Survivors Assoc.

Meets regularly to discuss issues affecting the lives of polio survivors. Call or see website for info. Polio survivors and guests are invited. Free and open to the public. ongoing. 912-927-8332. coastalempirepoliosurvivors.org.

Connect for Kids This group is for children who have a loved one with a life-limiting illness. Wednesdays, 2-3 p.m. 912-350-7845. memorialhealth. com/. Memorial Health University Medical Center, 4700 Waters Ave. Debtors Anonymous For people with debting problems. Meets Sundays, 6:30pm at Unity of Savannah.

See website or call for info. ongoing.

912-572-6108. debtorsanonymous.org. unityofsavannah.org/. Unity Church of Savannah, 2320 Sunset Blvd.

Eating Disorders Anonymous Free, volunteer-led support group for recovery from anorexia/restrictive eating and/or bulimia/binge/purging. Not a diet group, nor for those who struggle solely with overeating. Mondays, 7:30pm-8:30pm. Email for info. ongoing. edasavannah@yahoo. com. Asbury Memorial United Methodist Church, 1008 Henry St. Essential Tremor Support Group For those with the disease, care partners, family and caregivers. Managing the disease, treatments and therapies, quality of life. First Thursdays, 3:00pm-4:30pm. Call for info. ongoing. 912-819-2224. Nancy N. and J.C. Lewis Cancer & Research Pavilion, 225 Reynolds Ave. Fibromyalgia Support Group Second Thursdays, 5:30pm-6:30pm. Call or see website for info. ongoing. 912-8196743. sjchs.org. sjchs.org. Candler Heart and Lung Building, 5353 Reynolds Ave. Gambling Problem 12 Step Program Twelve step program offers freedom from gambling. Meets weekly. Leave message with contact info. ongoing. 912-748-4730.

Georgia Scleroderma Support Group A group for people with scleroderma for the greater Savannah area and surrounding counties. Meets regularly. Call for day and time. Lovezzola’s Pizza, 320 Hwy 80 West, Pooler. Info: 912-412-6675 or 912-4143827..

Greater Savannah Breast Cancer Support Group Breast cancer patients and their caregivers in greater Savannah, Hilton Head, and coastal Georgia area are invited. The meetings often feature presentations from local medical community, are informal, and are conducted in a discussion format. 912897-3933. second Sunday of every month, 4-6 p.m. Curtis and Elizabeth Anderson Cancer Institute (at Memorial Health Univ.

Medical Center), 4700 Waters Ave.

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savannah philharmonic Friday, December 11th @ 7:30pm Saturday, December 12th @ 7:30pm

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Saturday, December 12th @ 3:00pm

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2015 christmas cabaret Thursday, December 17th @ 8:00pm Friday, December 18th @ 8:00pm Saturday, December 19th @ 8:00pm

For tickets and info:

912.525.5050 lucastheatre.com