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WEDNESDAY 6.14 Film: A Dog’s Purpose

Juneteenth Festival 6.17

Celebrate the ending of slavery in the United States at this festival. Torion Sellers, left, performs, and Dr. Carolyn Jordan, the great granddaughter of Richard Wright, one of the first presidents of Savannah State University, will speak.

11 a.m.

38th Street Park, 38th Street.

The Tybee Post Theater screens a special series of recently released familyfriendly movies weekdays throughout the summer. The series features the biggest blockbusters from the past year.

7 p.m.

The Tybee Post Theater, 10 Van Horne Ave. $7 adults, $5 children

Historical Marker Dedication: First African Baptist Church

First African Baptist Church (FABC) traces its roots to 1773 and the organization of a congregation at nearby Brampton Plantation by Rev. George Leile.

4 p.m.

First African Baptist, 23 Montgomery St. Free and Open to the Public 912.651.2125.

Savannah Bananas

Vs. the Gastonia Grizzlies.

7:05 p.m.

Grayson Stadium, 1401 East Victory Dr. $9 912-712-2482

Sesame Street Live: Make a New Friend

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Vs. the Gastonia Grizzlies.

7:05 p.m.

Grayson Stadium, 1401 East Victory Dr. $9 912-712-2482

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Book Signing w/ Christina Kelly 6.16

Meet Christina Kelly as she signs copies of her new novel “Good Karma” (HarperCollins), about a quirky couple who retire to Savannah..

5 p.m.

E Shaver Booksellers, 326 Bull St.

Make new friends with the Sesame Street gang.

10:30 a.m.

Civic Center, 301 West Oglethorpe Ave. $17

THURSDAY 6.15 Death Cafe

Death Cafe is an opportunity to tell stories and hold conversation about the end of life, and about living fully recognizing our finite lives. Hosted by Mixed Greens of Forsyth Farmers’ Market.

7 p.m. coffee deli, 4517 Habersham St. deathcafe.com

Film: Lion

The Tybee Post Theater screens a special series of recently released familyfriendly movies weekdays throughout the summer. The series features the biggest blockbusters from the past year.

7 p.m.

The Tybee Post Theater, 10 Van Horne Ave. $7 adults, $5 children 12 and under 912-472-4790. info@tybeeposttheater.org. tybeeposttheater.showare.com/

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LGBT Center Fundraiser

Help raise funds for the new Savannah LGBT Center on Bull Street, opening in July, with this stacked bill of House of Gunt, Savannah Sweet Tease Burlesque, and Club One Cabaret.

9 p.m. l Club One, 307A E. Harris St. $5

Sacred Sound Journey

Become immersed in exotic sounds from around the world such as vocal toning, tribal drumming, didgeridoo, singing bowls and more as sound healer Matthew Jaidev Duplessie uses live looping technology to guide audiences through an atmospheric journey of sound, voice and vibration. s 7 p.m.

UU Church of Savannah, 1 Jefferson St. $15 firstcitynetwork.org

United by Beer

The Beer Yogis, Melissa Klimo-Major and Mikki Trowbridge, are on a cross-country road trip to connect yoga and beer. $25 Service Brewing Company, 574 Indian Street. thebeeryogis@gmail.com

FRIDAY 6.16 Book Signing w/ Christina Kelly

Meet Christina Kelly as she signs copies of her new novel “Good Karma” t (HarperCollins), about a quirky couple who retire to Savannah.

5 p.m.

E Shaver Booksellers, 326 Bull St.

Girls Night Out: The Show

Let these men sweep you off your feet.

8 p.m.

The Stage on Bay, 1200 West Bay St. s $20

Savannah Bananas

Vs. the Gastonia Grizzlies.

7:05 p.m.

Grayson Stadium, 1401 East Victory Dr. $9

SATURDAY 6.17

l The Atlantic City Boys Four dynamic lead singers lend their vocals to the rock-n-roll harmonies of the 60’s -singing the hits of The Drifters, The Beach Boys, and of course, Franki Valli and the Four Seasons.

8 p.m.

Randy Wood Guitars, 1304 East Hwy. 80. $45. randywoodguitars.com

Center for a Sustainable Coast Conference

20th-anniversary conference to celebrate their efforts in protecting Georgia’s coast.

The program will include a retrospective of Georgia’s coastal issues and a discussion about the challenges ahead.

5 p.m.

Desoto Hilton, 15 E. Liberty St. $20, includes buffet dinner

Film: Sing

Buster, the town’s theater operator, creates the world’s greatest singing competition to keep the theater going.

8:45 p.m.

Memorial Park on Tybee, 403 Butler Ave. Free for members of the Savannah Victorian Society, $5 guests

Film: The Mummy (1932)

In 1921 a field expedition in Egypt discovers the mummy of ancient Egyptian prince Im-Ho-Tep, who was condemned and buried alive for sacrilege. Also found in the tomb is the Scroll of Thoth, which can bring the dead back to life. One night a young member of the expedition reads the Scroll out loud, and then goes insane.

Followed by a post-show Q&A. 3 & 7 p.m.

Trustees Theater, 216 East Broughton St. $8

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Forsyth Farmers Market

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

9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Forsyth Park forsythfarmersmarket.com

Gardening Session

Kerry Shay, an organic farmer and owner of landscaping company Victory Gardens, provides free instruction. First and third Saturday of every month. third Saturday of every month, 8:30-9:30 a.m.

Charles H. Morris Center, 10 East Broad St. Free and open to the public

Improv Comedy: Sorry Not Sorry Dry-Humps the 80s

Join improv team Sorry Not Sorry as we journey down the mysterious path of a night of improvised comedy inspired by iconic pop culture from the 1980s.

8-9:15 p.m.

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Juneteenth Festival

Celebrate the ending of slavery in the United States at this festival. Dr. Carolyn Jordan, the great granddaughter of Richard Wright, one of the first presidents of Savannah State University, will speak.

Torion Sellers will perform.

11 a.m.

38th Street Park, 38th Street.

Leslie Jordan

The actor and comedian performs.

8 p.m.

Club One, 1 Jefferson St. $30-$50

Odd Lot Improv: Saturday Shenanigans

An improv comedy show in the style of “Whose Line Is It Anyway?” Followed by long form comedy.

8 p.m.

Savannah Coffee Roasters, 215 W Liberty St $10

Silent Cinema Concerts Series: The General

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The Tybee Post Theater brings back its Silent Cinema Concerts series with a screening of Buster Keaton’s The General, widely considered one of the best silent film comedies, accompanied by a chamber ensemble of the Savannah Philharmonic and Rodney Sauer on the Steinway grand performing the original score.

3 & 8 p.m.

The Tybee Post Theater, 10 Van Horne Ave. $15

Sorry Not Sorry Dry-Humps the ‘80s: Back to the Future Join improv team Sorry Not Sorry as they journey down the mysterious path of a night of improvised comedy inspired by Back to the Future.

8 p.m.

Space Station at Starlandia, 2436 Bull St. $8

TUESDAY 6.20 Film: Of the Sea

This popular weekly film series featuring the wonders of the ocean and Georgia coast returns to the Tybee Post Theater on Tuesdays through Aug. 1. Suggested donation: $5 7 p.m.

The Tybee Post Theater, 10 Van Horne Ave. 912-472-4790. info@tybeeposttheater.org. tybeeposttheater.showare.com/

Film: Storks

The Tybee Post Theater screens a special series of recently released family-friendly movies weekdays throughout the summer.

The series features the biggest blockbusters from the past year.

3 p.m.

The Tybee Post Theater, 10 Van Horne Ave. $7 adults, $5 children 12 and under 912-472-4790. info@tybeeposttheater.org. tybeeposttheater.showare.com/

WEDNESDAY 6.21 Film: Sherlock Holmes

Only recently rediscovered after decades of being completely lost, this rare, restored print of the very first feature film ever made about the famous British detective is considered one of the most important and historic portrayals of Sherlock Holmes. Essentially a filmed adaptation of the popular stage play written by and starring William Gillette, who portrayed Holmes for over 1,300 live performances around the world before English actor Basil Rathbone gained fame in the role onscreen.

8 p.m.

The Sentient Bean, 13 E. Park Ave. $8

Film: A Dog’s Purpose

The Tybee Post Theater screens a special series of recently released family-friendly movies weekdays throughout the summer.

The series features the biggest blockbustTybee MLK Juneteenth Wade-In ers from the past year.

Celebrate Juneteenth with a reading of the 7 p.m.

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MONDAY 6.19 Savannah Bananas

Vs. the Fayetteville Swamp Dogs for Bark in the Park Night.

7:05 p.m.

Grayson Stadium, 1401 East Victory Dr. $9 912-712-2482

NEWS & OPINION EDITOR’S NOTE

BY JIM MOREKIS

jim@connectsavannah.com

I’VE FOUND that the usual left vs. right paradigm is rarely useful in actually achieving anything other than mutual discord and disappointment.

It seems like reducing things to political sides is pretty much a guarantee that whatever problem you say you’re trying to solve is going to remain unsolved.

One of the more intriguing, yet rarely discussed, Venn Diagram overlaps between left and right, i.e. between the power of the state and the power of capital, happens with what are usually called “public/private partnerships.”

In an age of increasing austerity, public/ private partnerships are all the rage. And indeed they provide some salient advantages which are difficult for either the state or for capital to achieve independently.

The chief public/private partnership in our area, of course, is the Port of Savannah, a robust mutual alliance of the power and money of the state with the power and money of multinational corporations.

Currently, the downtown area is awash in plenty of other examples of what one could loosely define as public/private partnerships. (Alderman Tony Thomas, who despite his mania for controversy often makes very lucid comments at Council meetings, pointed out recently that there is a billion dollars worth of investment

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currently in progress in Savannah.)

The Plant Riverside project on West River Street was made possible through a combination of special state tax incentives and City of Savannah incentives in the form of a bond issue to build an attached parking garage.

Nearby are plans for a massive infrastructure investment in the so-called “Canal District,” a catch-all term for the development anchored by the as-yet-unbegun Westside Arena, an ambitious taxpayer-funded project which will account for almost the entire current round of SPLOST revenue.

Just in and of itself, the Westside Arena alone will cost the rough equivalent of the entire discretionary annual budget of the whole City of Savannah.

While the Arena/Canal District is envisioned as mostly a government investment, the hope is that ancillary development will somehow raise all boats in this impoverished area of Chatham County.

On the other side of town, City Council has made a huge gamble — for the second time — on the future of the Savannah River Landing area and surrounding parcels.

Taxpayers will underwrite the gamble to the tune of $54 million, mostly for garages and landscaping.

While there is more corporate skin in the game on the Eastside than on the Westside, that investment seems to be more focused on upscale housing and lodging options, neither of which seem particularly targeted to actual residents.

When you combine this with the epidemic of short-term vacation rentals, we see the trend towards a sprawling tourism/entertainment district which will, if trends continue, in the near future be almost devoid of year-round residents.

The funny thing is, I almost never hear citizens say that what they want most is more public investment downtown.

I hear people say they want crime to be better addressed everywhere.

I hear people say they want better schools throughout the district.

I hear people say they want a lot less corruption in local government.

I hear people say they want more and better transportation options throughout Chatham County.

I hear people say they want more jobs that pay higher than minimum wage.

What I almost never hear anyone say is that they want more public/private partnerships to build more hotels and condos.

The usual argument in favor of these big projects is that they will eventually generate more tax revenue than the original taxpayer investment.

But the problem is that we seem to be chasing our tail. The more revenue generated, the more revenue there is to plow back into large-scale projects in the tourist/entertainment district instead of where the overwhelming, vast majority of City of Savannah residents actually live.

As with the tired left vs. right paradigm itself, until this cycle is broken, little of import to residents is likely to change. CS

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Armstrong/Georgia Southern merger points out need for elected Board of Regents

Editor, It is clear those in Savannah affected by the Georgia Southern acquisition of Armstrong are overwhelmingly opposed to it, including students, parents, alumni, and ASU faculty and staff. We are hearing discontent coming out of Statesboro now as well.

Early on a few local politicians thought it might have been a good idea. Now that the realities are rolling in, I do hope they have reevaluated their positions. We would welcome them back into the family of Armstrong supporters.

It was intimated that the Savannah campus would be

the future of Georgia Southern.

Some believed the Statesboro campus would become secondary to a Savannah campus.

However, as announced, Georgia Southern President Hebert’s senior VP staff will all be located in Statesboro with the exception of one top-level administrator.

Statesboro has 21,000 students and more than 2,800 employees to manage. The campuses are 57 miles apart.

Those Statesboro administrative leaders cannot be very heavily involved in the local Savannah community.

Some were led to believe engineering studies would be greatly expanded in Savannah. Also recently revealed Statesboro would remain the engineering “epicenter” and

any growth in that program in Savannah would be minimal at best.

Even if you are not a sports fan the following is telling. In the beginning, we were told the future of Armstrong athletics was unknown.

That was disingenuous for what happened to ASU’s sports program is what had already happened to Southern Polytechnic’s when it was consumed by Kennesaw State a few years ago.

As more details come in the worse it gets for Savannah.

Tuition and fees will most certainly increase for former Armstrong students. Georgia Southern costs approximately $500 more per semester than ASU. This consolidation is

unnecessary and destined to fail. Statesboro is just too far away, I-16 is too dangerous, and the Armstrong community despises the whole idea.

When it fails, will we be able to resurrect the Armstrong that was taken away from us?

We need to prevent this type of abrupt handling of our public higher education system from happening in the future. The Board of Regents are currently appointed. They should be subject to elections similar to the Public Service Commission.

Elections would provide a measure of accountability to the citizens who pay for the university system. Please contact your state representatives and ask them to support having an elected Board of Regents.

David S. Breland

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Who will save the world?

BY JESSICA LEIGH LEBOS

jll@connectsavannah.com

JUN 14-20, 2017

IT MIGHT be the tropical depression talking, but it’s starting to look a tad apocalyptic out there.

Hurricane season has lurched in with a busy schedule for storm chasers: As many as 17 named storms are predicted to spinsaw their way across the Atlantic this year, but who’s counting? No really, who? With nobody at the helm of the National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration or the Federal Emergency Management Agency, we’re basically one eyewall away from The Hunger Games, only with worse fashion.

And how about that embarrassing energy policy that is literally dependent on dinosaurs? I thought the man-heavy second half of Wonder Woman was kinda clichéd, but watching the world’s grown-ups discuss how to contain the fire baby’s tantrums without destroying the rest of the planet makes it seem like prescient genius.

There’s the ridiculous, self-righteous judgment over a comedian famous for her D-List poor taste posing with a Halloween mask and corn syrup when actual terrorists behead journalists, drive trucks into crowds and detonate nail bombs on little girls.

And threads as long as my arm over whether 25 year-old NSA leaker Reality Leigh Winner (hello, best millennial name ever!) and former FBI Director James Comey are heroes or traitors, obscuring the fact that there is now documented proof that Russia hacked the presidential election.

Also, a 20-mile chunk of Antarctica is about to break off into the ocean.

No amount of moonshine could possibly help me imagine what fresh hell will pop up between now and press time: It would not surprise me at all if TMZ released footage of Putin and Kendall Jenner riding a Koch Brothers-sponsored Godzilla across the Russian steppes while eating a UFO. It may be the end of times or just a really, really bad Saturn return, but no matter where you’re standing (even if it’s the Russian steppes) we’ve got a featherplucking mess to handle (thank you, Anna Chandler, for my new favorite guilt-free swear.)

But dealing with disaster has always 8 been part of the human condition, and

Rachel Segrest (l.) and her fellow Design for Sustainability classmates tackled solutions towards making Savannah—and the world—more resilient.

every generation has its messes to clean up for the next. The sages of my people call this tikkun olam—the repairing of the world— and according to them, participation is nonnegotiable. The Talmud says that “it is not upon you to finish the work, but you are not free to ignore it,” which sounds reasonable when you’re doing a pile dishes after dinner and you’re like, I’mma just leave them crusty counters for someone else.

It’s a whole lot more overwhelming when global catastrophes are coming fast and furious as our own neighborhoods are already consumed with garden variety trash fires like poverty, murder and a city council that thinks public safety means removing basketball hoops from the streets.

Fortunately, some people don’t give a pluck about how big the pile is and how far there is to go. They start where they are and do what they can until it’s time to pass the baton to somebody else.

When SCAD students Eliska Skarolkova and Rachel Segrest asked me about Savannah’s strengths and challenges for a project for their Design for Sustainability class, I figured it was just another exercise in academic futility. But their professor, anti-nihilist Scott Boylston, requires a lot more than some pretty Powerpoint slides to fulfill his syllabus I was pleasantly surprised to find that the class had taken my input and that of others (culled from Emergent Savannah’s list of past “Monday Means Community” participants) to create real world applications.

“Fostering a More Resilient Savannah”

is the result of a single academic quarter of identifying problems and coming up with solutions that may not fix things forever, but at least move progress down the line .

Experts tell us the key to surviving challenges is resiliency—the capacity to bounce back from adversity quickly and move on—and cultivating it can help communities large and small adapt to change. How do we do that? In nature, the more variety there is in an ecosystem, the more stable it is, and the same goes for human systems.

The students (themselves a veritable Benneton ad of ethnicities and nationalities) dialed in on dissolving barriers between different kinds of people as the way to create a stronger city through creating more opportunity for empathy.

“We’re looking at the social side of sustainability,” explained Rachel at the final presentation, held at Gordonston’s Juliette Gordon Low Park.

“Resilience equals diversity plus meaningful, individual connections.”

Four projects emerged from their big brainstorms, including a “People’s Tour” designed for and led by locals who can get to know the city’s lesser-known neighborhoods through the eyes of someone who lives there, and a moveable public art projection showcasing relevant civic information for citizens.

A couple of chairs and some curtains created a “community safe space” where complete strangers can practice discussing complicated issues, and a “Humans of Savannah-Chatham” Instagram account

brings all kinds of faces and stories to everyone’s feed.

No, none of these is going to diffuse a bomb or pay anyone a living wage. But they can, strand by strand, build a web of human connectedness that supports us all in times of trouble as well as prosperity. They’re also mobile, cheap and transferable, which is more than anything any high-paid city consultant has suggested lately.

“The beauty of all of these,” emphasized Rachel, who graduated the next day, “is that they can all be operated easily and handed off to someone else.”

Sounds like the Talmudic scholars would approve of this generation of do-gooders, though it’s not just millennials who are shouldering the load. Miriam Center was there with her sexy beau John Patterson to take part in yet more community action, and she’s in her 90s. I was paired up with artist Omar Boone-Bone, who’s 87, to see how we could move one of the projects forward, and we decided taking a shift of the Humans of Savannah page would be a totally doable, rollicking good time.

Doing our part begins with remembering we’re all in this together, and that the work is never going to end. It’s not up to any single one of us to save the world, which is fine because that doesn’t sound like any fun at all anyway.

We’ll never be able to do anything about the weather—all we can do is choose how we weather the storm. CS

NEWS & OPINION ENVIRONMENT

Georgia’s coast can yield a balance of beauty and economic opportunity. PHOTO

BY JON WAITS/@JWAITSPHOTO

Environmental Protection + Responsible Stewardship = Strong Economy 20 years of connecting the dots with the Center for A Sustainable Coast

come about when it wasn’t necessarily on everybody’s mind?

Well, around that time there was a group of citizens concerned that there was not enough scrutiny on environmental justice issues, especially poor communities that were being polluted and weren’t being represented. The establishment of our group was closely tied to the Sapelo Foundation’s interest in funding a start-up grant to that address that.

I had been serving for 20 years as a regional planner for the Coastal Regional Development Center in Brunswick, and I guess my outspoken positions on challenging the decision makers were seen as valuable. What was most prominent in my thinking, which I think impressed those who were funding us, was my emphasis on how much our practices in neglecting the environments was hurting us economically in other ways.

Of course that’s a continuing theme today, but from the very beginning we drew the ties between the environment and our economy and how many times decisions made in the intent to advance economic interests actually harmed other economic interests because the environmental impacts weren’t adequately assessed.

Such as?

Well, if a development wants to privatize the water supply and withdraw from the Altamaha River going into the marsh, that’s going to affect the shellfish nurseries.

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From its small office on St. Simons Island, the scope of the Center’s efforts extend around the state and in recent times have THE NATURAL beauty of the Georgia included pushing back the Palmetto Pipecoastline is undeniable: The golden glow line, poking holes in Georgia Power’s Plant of the spartina grass, the egret rookeries Vogtle rationale and joining other organizatucked in the marsh, the shimmering ribtions in efforts to stop offshore drilling in bons of water bringing the tide in and out the Atlantic, prevent coal ash dumping in from the sea.

Wayne County and save Cumberland Island.

The sandy beaches and maritime forests All along, Kyler has continued to remind also yield a living for many, from the fishof the biggest threat to the Georgia coast ing boat captains to the fresh shrimp venand its economy: Rising sea levels due to dors to the tour guides and hoteliers who climate change. Shifting the country’s host visitors from around the world. focus from fossil fuels to clean energy Yet this idyllic setting and its resources sources is the primary action to combat a are under constant threat: Toxic spills warming planet, the inconvenient truth from factories built on riverbanks, erosion underlying every other battle to protect from storm damage, development of previ- the water, land and wildlife around us. ously pristine tracts of land, the expansion It’s a topic that will be on the table at of nuclear and liquid natural gas plants and Center for a Sustainable Coast’s 20th anniversary conference, this Saturday, June other projects lauded as economic drivers jeopardize the surrounding ecosystems as 17 at the Desoto Hilton. Acclaimed enviwell as the existing jobs that depend on the ronmental economist Geoffrey Heal of Columbia University will deliver the keyfragile balance of the environment.

Since he helped found A Center for A note address as supporters celebrate two Sustainable Coast in 1997, David Kyler has decades of dogged protection of the Geortaken on those issues and more. Advocating gia coast and strategize for an increasingly through education, policy work and lawsuits uncertain future. when necessary, Kyler has called for senWe spoke to Kyler the day after Presisible environmental regulation—and their dent Trump announced the United States enforcement by government agencies—with was withdrawing from the Paris Climate the rational argument that it is simply what Agreement, a decision the rest of the world makes the most economic sense. warns is on the wrong side of history—and Neglecting nature threatens American economic prosperity. prosperity, he has reasoned thoughtfully on the editorial pages of every newspaper Well, the connection between the envifrom Savannah to St. Mary’s, and the only ronment and the economy is certainly path to a strong economic future is to pro- a hot topic right now, but the how did tect the environment. the Center for A Sustainable Coast

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That in turn adversely affects the fisheries economy and the regional nature-based tourism economy that back then we estimated to be about $1.6 billion a year—now it’s at least two billion, employing around 40,000 jobs directly and indirectly.

So it doesn’t make any sense to damage those jobs to create new jobs, not to mention how the environment affects our property values and quality of life. It’s contrary to the public interest.

What are CFSC’s most important accomplishments of the last two decades?

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Most important—apart from demonstrating how one thing affects another in environmental functions and why ignoring them causes problem for all of us—is our collaborative work. We helped start the Altamaha and Satilla Riverkeepers and served on those boards. We’ve also worked closely with the Georgia Water Coalition and the Coastal Sierra Club in Savannah, as well as the Coastal Advisory Council.

Also the legal work we’ve been part of with the Southern Environmental Law Center and Greenlaw is important, because it at least held back or delayed a lot of bad things.

But that’s a two-way street, because there have been demoralizing judgments under the politics of Georgia’s political system.

To me, it’s important that the public understands that despite our best intentions, the court subverts and takes steps backwards against the public interest. An example that is most astounding is when we tried to get action on a consent order during the Ogeechee fishkill incident and also in the Altamaha contamination by the Raynier plant.

We took action against the EPD over a seawall built into the marsh buffer on Sea Island for its failure to enforce the terms of the consent order, and we were told by the court—it ultimately went to appeals court—that consent orders are private and there was little justification for non-profits or third parties to have any basis to challenge them. That logic seems extremely off-base. It also portended that we would have difficulty challenging other cases in the public interest in the future.

When a permit holder is in violation of their EPD, they’re given a chance to correct it through a private contract with the EPD. We have found in several instances that EPD does not construct those contracts very well to make them enforceable, nor does it do a good job of following up. So people continue to violate.

You’ve calling out the big economic power players of the state. Has there been legal pushback for your efforts?

Well, we’ve never been countersued. But we’ve never gotten grants from any of

those major players either [laughs].

But in 2014, I convinced the Coastal Advisory Council to write a letter to the Georgia Dept of Natural Resources protesting the EPD director’s rollback of the marsh buffer. After Governor Deal was reelected that fall, his DNR commissioner failed to reappoint me on the Coastal Advisory Council, which I had been serving on the 2002. So that was clearly a reprimand.

offshore drilling—all of those endeavors have their skids greased by this. It doesn’t seem to matter that 800,000 people are already employed by various forms of clean energy while only 60,00 are employed by coal.

But the private sector is already moving in the direction of our best interest anyway, and many U.S. states and municipalities have vowed to uphold the tenets of the Paris agreement.

The rest of the world is on board and progress will continue regardless, though it may be retarded and we can’t afford that.

We need to get on as quickly as possible with the conversion from polluting greenhouse gases to sustainable energy sources.

There are so many economic drivers impacting the Georgia coast and its waterways— we’ve got the proposed spaceport near Cumberland Island, the Elba Island LNG expansion, the Savannah Harbor dredging, the turpentine plant being built on Ebenezer Creek, offCenter for a Sustainable Coast What keeps your passhore drilling—it goes Executive Director David Kyler. on and on. What’s the sion stoked after 20 most important thing to years of this work of facing down the pollutfocus on? ers and greed monsters with policy and To be blunt, while all of these issues are reason? extremely important and I don’t want to Believe it or not, my background is in marginalize them, they may essentially industrial engineering, and I guess I have be rearranging deck chairs on the Titanic what you’d call a strong analytical core if we don’t address sea level rise. Climate change is the highest priority, especially as in terms of how I evaluate things qualitatively and quantitatively. That’s also been it relates to shore protection. a factor in tying together the economy and Sea level rise and storm-induced damecology of the coast. There’s a gut level age are immediate issues for coastal residents, as evidenced by Hurricane Matthew connection between the resources and the techniques we can apply to protect them. last fall. And we’re going to have increasLook, exploiting our natural resources ing costs to taxpayers who have to pay for adversely affects our prosperity. We’ve got repairs and recovery.

A few weeks ago we met with state Sena- to have a rational economic assessment of what is no longer working. I wrote an essay tor William Ligon, who represents the recently about Cumberland Island, which south coast, to discuss to Shore ProtecI do feel very strongly about maintaining tion Act amendments and our views of the sanctity of honoring the tenets of conhow that jurisdiction should be regulated. servation. In it, I talk about the coast as a At the very least, it would include DNRcompelling and engrossing form of nature mandated assessments of the shore and property damage at regular intervals to to protect. The quality of life that associmeasure the impacts—ten years at the very ated with those resources is unique and valuable, and that’s why I’ve been here for least, more like five given how fast things 40 years doing this work. are changing.

Most importantly, while some at the At Center for a Sustainable Coast, we state level are addressing climate change spend a good deal of effort trying to help the public understand how policy decisions in the form adaptation and resiliency in affect our daily lives on the coast. We believe shorefront areas immediately affected, no one is willing to address reducing or elimi- it make the difference in political outcomes that are more favorable to everyone. CS nating the cause of climate change.

How will the president’s rejection of the Paris Agreement affect the Georgia coast specifically?

It’s actually a not a colossal failure, though it does send the wrong signal to the public and businesses about the reality and urgency of dealing with climate change.

It also gives political cover to those who profit from fossil fuels. Pipelines, LNG,

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A clean, well-lighted safe space Savannah’s LGBTQ community finally has a place of its own

BY JESSICA LEIGH LEBOS

jll@connectsavannah.com

THIRTY YEARS AGO, to be gay and out anywhere took guts.

To be gay and out in Savannah? That took a special kind of fortitude in the face of all that Southern propriety.

The brave pioneers of the First City Network sought support in numbers back then, meeting in living rooms gathering their courage to form what is now the oldest LGBT organization in Georgia.

As membership grew, so did the number of organizations addressing specific issues in the gay community: Pride, Stand Out Youth, PFLAG, healthcare resources and gay-friendly businesses all filtered through FCN’s patchwork of connections, first as phone trees, later as email lists and databases.

Three decades later, as the cultural climate has progressed (and slid back), FCN remains a visible presence in Savannah with strong social, economic and political influences.

But even with dedicated volunteers and an enthusiastic board of directors, it has proved challenging to serve the diverse needs of a 10,000+ person community without a center of operations.

Now, after more than 20 years of planning and effort, Savannah’s lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans and queer citizens finally have one.

The inside of the new Savannah LGBT Community Center on Bull Street still needs a few final touches, but the freshlypainted rooms are move-in ready as organizers prepare for a grand opening in mid-July.

“It’s been a long time coming, but it actually happened really fast,” says FCN chair Michael Ploski, who recently took over the

(L to R) Dusty Church of Savannah Pride, Evonia Pollard of Transgender Empowerment Education, therapist and advocate Karen Abato and First City Network chair Michael Ploski celebrate that all of their organizations and services will now be under one roof.

position from longtime director Billy Wooten. “Billy heard about the space, and we signed the lease just two months ago.”

A fund dedicated to the venture already collected close to $75K, and Ploski says the rest of the $100K goal is on its way, “fingers crossed.” Local philanthropists have stepped up with matching grants and artists have hosted benefit shows, including the fabulous entertainers of House of Gunt, Savannah Sweet Tease Burlesque and the Club One Cabaret, who are collaborating for another scintillating evening this Thursday, July 15 at Club One. Located on a bustling stretch south

of Forsyth Park lined with cafés and churches, the LGBT Center’s easy access from all areas of the city and ample parking make it an ideal hub for all ages and abilities.

“Having the police department across the street is also a plus,” remarks organizer Karen Abato, acknowledging that SCMPD’s presence brings an added layer of security to the designated safe space.

The design and buildout maximize the square footage to accommodate a cornucopia of organizations and activities: The spacious lobby will serve as a greeting/

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Abato and Pollard will help head up mental health support for gay and trans teens in the LGBT Center’s clinical facilities.

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meeting room as well as a curated gallery with eight shows a year. It leads to two offices, one for the FCN “mothership” and another shared by the organizers of Pride, Stand Out Youth, the Georgia AIDS Coalition and Transgender Empowerment Education (TEE). Beyond the hallway lies a large multi-purpose room with ADA-compliant, gender-neutral restrooms that’s suitable for lounging, dancing and displaying more art.

“We see it as a place for the community and also a resource for gay tourists,” explains Ploski. “This is where they can come and get information about what’s here in Savannah.”

But the Savannah LGBT Community Center is more than just a clubhouse.

Another door leads to a clean, efficient clinic with two exam rooms where volunteer professionals will provide essential services such as AIDS testing and basic healthcare in a non-judgmental environment.

“It’s very hard for the trans community to trust,” explains Evonia Pollard, executive director of TEE. “We have to be guarded, and sometimes that means we don’t seek out the care we need. Now we can.”

Abato, a licensed psychotherapist, will help head up the mental health and peer support programs that aim to address the high suicide rate of LGBT youth, which is four times as high as it is for straight teens.

“The first order of business is to connect someone with other people who have had the same experiences,” she says.

“Support can sometimes negate the need for therapy if the underlying problem is a reaction to a culture that is not accepting.”

Substance abuse and alcohol counseling are also part of the suite of services, along with a schedule of sober social events hosted at the center. “We want to normalize sobriety in the gay community,” affirms Abato.

While its multi-faceted scope is a lot for one building to handle, the center is still fairly tiny compared to the LGBT Center in

Los Angeles, which includes legal services, a youth shelter and a full-time staff.

“It’s something to aspire to,” grins Dusty Church, who came to Savannah from L.A. a year ago and now heads up Savannah Pride.

“But having this center here now allows someone seeking help to have somewhere to go, and that can be life-saving, truly.”

Church also contributes to the Center’s social media channels, and reiterates that the non-profit enterprise was conceived of and is run entirely by volunteers. FCN’s Ploski estimates the Center has about two years of operating costs in the bank, and paid staff will come as more programming is added, allowing more access to grants.

For the time being, it is a labor of love.

“We’re all still defining our roles,” says Church. “It’s all hands on deck right now.”

Legal advice on employment, discrimination, marriage and partner benefits may also be on the way, though as a 501c3, the Center does not endorse candidates nor will it step into the political fray. However, should anti-LGBT legislation or other “religious freedom” bills appear, organizers don’t discount offering up the space to strategize.

But the everyday mission of the Savannah LGBT Community Center is simply to serve, giving today’s gay and trans citizens what wasn’t possible 30 years ago.

“Y’know, most of us are just trying to find a house and a job and live the way we want to live,” says TEE’s Pollard.

“This center is just what we need to educate, to feel safe and let everyone know we are all human.” CS

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NEWS & OPINION THE NEWS CYCLE are suspect, but unfortunately, they’re the only type of bicycle infrastructure — and it’s questionable whether they should be considered infrastructure at all — provided for the thousands of people who travel by bike in Savannah in more than five years. We must do better.

Poverty Reduction/Economic Strength. A 2016 study by the Pew Charitable Trust found lower income families spend “much more as a share of their income, on transportation than did those in the middle- or upper-income groups.

Further, transportation costs increased in recent years for households at the bottom.”

For many working people in Savannah, driving is a financial impossibility. For others, attempting to maintain a car can lead into a cycle of crushing debt. Implementing Complete Streets would allow people who walk, ride their bikes, or take the bus to reach their jobs safely and with dignity.

Neighborhood Revitalization. One word: Trails. Examples from around the country and here in Georgia prove that investing in multiuse trails have undeniable positive impacts on neighborhoods and entire cities. Sadly, Savannah has been absolutely left behind. I’m often contacted Cities are seeing dramatic benefits from installing protected bike lanes and by people who are planning to visit or are other contemporary street design features. Shared lane pavement markings, the thinking about moving to Savannah, and only kind of bicycle facility installed in Savannah in the last five years, are insufwant to know about trails and multi-use ficient and their value as safety enhancements is increasingly questionable. paths in the city. They are shocked when I tell them we gave virtually nothing to offer.

It’s not an exaggeration to say that trail projects provide the biggest possible bang for the buck, when it comes to improving neighborhoods. That’s why completion of the Truman Linear Park Trail and development of a city-wide trail network must be priorities if we are serious about neighborhood revitalization. school routes.” person who is killed by a bullet is exactly Good Government. While the SavanWhile Savannah is known as a walkthe same amount of dead as a person who nah Forward meetings were taking place, ing city, the fact is only 27 percent of is killed by a car. It’s well-established that Governing magazine released the results streets have sidewalks on one side or the consistent implementation of Complete of a benchmark study it commissioned to other and more than 90 percent of streets Street designs dramatically improves answer the question, “What is good govwithin a half mile of some schools have no safety for all members of the traveling pub- ernment and which cities practice it?” sidewalks at all. Sidewalk construction lic. That means people who walk, people “High performing cities,” the report finds, is indeed measurable, and it will be easy who use wheelchairs and other assistive are “dynamically planned, broadly partto gauge the progress made toward this devices, people who ride bikes, people nered, resident-involved, race-informed, goal, down to the inch if we want to be that who use transit, and people who drive. But smartly resourced, employee-engaged, precise. safer, more appealing streets also have a and data-driven.” The Savannah Forward While the explicit mention of sidewalks role to play in crime reduction by putting meetings could be regarded as a foray into is heartening, as was some indication that more eyes and ears on the street. dynamic planning, which casts city govconcern over speeding and the need for Infrastructure. The public safety, pub- ernments as “learning organizations.” traffic calming had also appeared on coun- lic health, economic, environmental, and According to the report, in cities where cil’s radar, the five priorities identified at social benefits of investment in bicycle dynamic planning is adopted, “progress the retreat — public safety, infrastructure, and pedestrian infrastructure has been is tracked and reported with the use of poverty reduction/economic strength, documented conclusively. Research is now targets and measures; adjustments to proneighborhood revitalization, and good gov- focused on the impacts of infrastructure grams are made in response to data; and ernment — can also be achieved by placing quality, with one study finding that sepaactivities are relayed to residents through a focus on walkable, bikeable streets, and rated bike lanes, which place a physical multiple channels.” well-connected neighborhoods. Here’s barrier between bikes and cars, deliver a Citizens have demanded safe, familyhow: 24 to 1 return on investment via reductions friendly places to walk and ride bikes, Public Safety. While most people think in health care costs and traffic congestion. both for transportation and recreation. A of crime when they hear this phrase, it’s That means shared lane pavement markdynamic planning effort could be the best important to note traffic crashes are a ings, also known as sharrows, aren’t going way to deliver what the city clearly needs. threat to public safety as well. Indeed, a to cut it. The safety benefits of sharrows CS

Prioritizing our priorities about transportation and quality of life

BY JOHN BENNETT

john@bicyclecampaign.org

JUN 14-20, 2017

EARLIER THIS month the Savannah City Council held a two-day retreat to process citizen comments from the Savannah Forward public meetings and begin developing a strategic plan for the city aimed at “charting a new direction for our community through year 2025,” according to a June 3 press release.

I attended many of the Savannah Forward meetings in person and received play-by-play from others via Tweets and texts from people who were present at the meetings I could not attend. Streets that are safe and welcoming for people of all ages and abilities are clearly a priority for citizens across aldermanic districts.

City Council heard residents’ concerns and among the “measurable strategic results” is a “commitment to construct 14 sidewalks on all high-traffic roadways and

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“Currently, and despite implementation of climate mitigation in several regions, global greenhouse gas emissions are following the highest, RCP 8.5, emission trajectory,” noted one cheery 2016 study describing the future of sea levels.

Assuming we stay on the 8.5 track, the authors continue, average global sea levels should go up 0.9 meters by 2100, but again, that’s just the average; certain regions, including Southeast Asia and the U.S. Atlantic coast, could see something more like the two-meter increase described above.

But what if we can get a hold on emissions by the end of the century? Another recent paper, in the journal Nature, raises the possibility we don’t have that long: continued high GHG levels in the next several decades alone could lead to an irreversible collapse of the Antarctic ice sheet, making that map-reconfiguring 15-meter rise an inevitability.

If there’s a silver lining here, it’s the overall uncertainty. These are, after all, projections, and researchers are only beginning to understand the highly complex system of the Antarctic ice sheet; a 2015 NASA study found that Antarctic snow accumulation has been enough to offset ice loss since the early ’90s, though that likely won’t last.

The New York Times recently reported that U.S. and UK science foundations have initiated a big push to “get the data needed to refine the forecasts”—i.e., to figure how stable the ice sheet actually is, and what its future prospects are.

But again, there’s nothing to feel particularly sanguine about. How bad will things get? The fact that it’s difficult to say is pretty icy comfort. CS

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And you’re looking at, chiefly, Antarctica, whose disintegrating ice sheet could raise the global sea level one meter by 2100, and 15 meters by 2500—which would mean, as one researcher put it, “literally remapping how the planet looks from space.”

We’re seeing the beginnings of this play out: more frequent nuisance flooding in places like Charleston, on the more benign end; on the other, existential crises in places like Kiribati, a tiny Pacific island nation that’s making plans to relocate wholesale before it finds itself underwater entirely.

The contemporaneous effects pale in So, the world is warming. How bad can we comparison with what will happen on expect things to get?—Jeremy Ehrlich coasts, and particularly in coastal cities, if oceans rise to the extent of some projecSOME SAY the world will end in fire, Jertions. Sea levels just two meters higher will emy, and some say in ice. I hold with those displace 2.5 million people from Miami, 1.8 who say: Why choose? The ice, melting million from Mumbai, more than a million off the poles, will be what does us in, but each in New York and New Orleans, etc. only as a result of the great anthropogenic We’re already exacerbating this problem— fossil-fuel inferno—a combo that wasn’t i.e., in ways beyond our economic addicon the menu of options Robert Frost had tion to fossil fuels. More people are moving in mind. to coastal cities, leading to construction on We discussed this stuff a few years back, land previously left undeveloped precisely when I noted that global warming seems to because of flood risk. have forestalled any future ice age, perhaps In some places, increased population indefinitely. That wasn’t good news then, can overtax the groundwater, causing and the future doesn’t look much rosier cities to subside—literally sink as water now. It does look wetter, however, accordis pumped from below. Sunny seaside ing to a pileup of more recent studies on Jakarta, with a metro area now home to the sea-level problem.

30 million, is expected to drop six feet by Don’t get me wrong: there are plenty 2025—an inopportune development, one of other ways climate change will wreck might say, what with oceans on their way the planet, including in the places that’ll up. escape the oceans—they’ll merely have So: how likely is one meter of sea-level drought and general aridity to deal with, rise, let alone 15 meters? Here’s where and all its knock-on effects. A study last things get hazier, though I’ve got to say the year held climate change responsible for a outlook sucks. In its most recent assessdoubling of wildfires in the American west ment report, from 2014, the Intergovernover the last 30 years. mental Panel on Climate Change laid out Elsewhere drought will mean new four scenarios for greenhouse-gas buildup migration patterns and resultant strife— in the atmosphere, called representative I’ll point you toward convincing arguconcentration pathways. ments that already we can assign some The rosiest assumes swift action to curdegree of responsibility for the Syrian tail GHG emissions, and an emissions peak civil conflict to rising global temps, the short version being that warming-induced drought pushed local farmers off their land and into cities, exacerbating preexisting social tensions. But if it’s the worst-case scenario you’re looking for, pal, then you’re

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NEWS & OPINION BLOTTER 2017 Sav/Chatham County Crime Stats through Sunday June 11

Homicide Total

19

Non-fatal Shootings

38

(7 SOLVED)

Homicide on the Southside

Detectives continue an investigation into the Sunday evening fatal shooting of Daylon Kimini Thomas, 18, outside Heritage Square Apartments.

Officers were called to the complex in the 9100 block of White Bluff Road about 11:50 p.m. for reports of gunfire and found Thomas with life-threatening injuries. He was pronounced deceased at the scene.

Fatal shooting on West 42nd Street

Detectives are investigating the shooting of Brittani Brown, 26, and Tony Stevens, 33, in the 600 block of West 42nd Street on June 6.

At about 4:10 p.m., officers responded to the area and found the victims inside a residence. Brown succumbed to her injuries at the scene. Stevens was taken to the hospital for treatment.

Shooting on 37th

Police are investigating the Saturday evening shooting of a man on the 2000 block of 37th Street.

Officers were called to the residence about 10:50 p.m. and discovered Nathanial Cooper had been struck and was suffering from non life threatening injurie.

Suspect one in robbery The second suspect “The residence was recently involved in a separate shooting ran from the car. They were quickly appreincident. Evidence suggests the victim may have been involved in risky behavior,” hended,” police report.

Howard and one of the 16-year-old subpolice say. jects were in possession of a stolen firearm.

Metro recovers stolen car and guns They were charged with possession of a Savannah-Chatham Metropolitan stolen firearm, obstruction, and theft by Police arrested Elijah Howard, 17, and two receiving. Howard was also found to have 16-year-old male subjects for theft- and an active warrant for another auto theft. gun-related charges on June 7.

The other 16-year-old subject was charged “Around 1:50 p.m., a vehicle was with theft by receiving and obstruction. reported stolen from Savannah High Shooting on East 38th Street School. Several hours later, around 6:30 Savannah-Chatham Metropolitan p.m., SIU located the stolen vehicle in Police detectives are investigating the the area of East 52nd Street and Eastgate Drive. Officers began surveillance, and Mr. shooting of Daniel Brantley, 42, near the intersection of West 38th Street and Howard and the two 16-year-old subjects

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At about 9:15 a.m., officers responded to the area and found Mr. Brantley suffering from serious injuries. Mr. Brantley was taken to the hospital for treatment.

Robbery suspects sought

Savannah-Chatham Metropolitan Police are asking for the public’s assistance identifying two male subjects suspected of a robbery that took place Apr. 12 near the intersection of West Duffy Street and Jefferson Street, at approximately 2:30 a.m.

The first suspect is a black male, 40-50 years of age. He is approximately 5’8”, with an average build. He has a clean shaven head, and a light mustache and facial hair.

The second suspect is a black male, 50-60 years of age. He is approximately 5’7” to 5’9”, also with an average build. He has a clean shaven head and no facial hair.

Anyone with information on this case is asked to contact police. A confidential tip line directly to investigators is open at (912) 525-3124. Anyone who wishes to provide information anonymously can call CrimeStoppers at (912) 234-2020.

CrimeStoppers tipsters may qualify for a cash reward. CS

NEWS & OPINION NEWS OF THE WEIRD If high-schoolers seem stressed by active lifestyles and competitive pressures, and consequently fail to sleep the recommended nine to 10 hours a day, it must be a good idea for the federal government to give grants (including to Las Cruces High School in New Mexico) to purchase comfy, $14,000 “nap pods” that drive out the racket with soft music, for 20 minutes a shot during those frenzied classroom days.

A May NPR report based on Las Cruces’ experience quoted favorable reviews by students, backed by a doctor and a nurse practitioner who pointed to research showing that adequate sleep “can” boost memory and attention and thus “can” improve school performance (and therefore must be a great use of federal education dollars).

Unclear on the Concept

Florida Agriculture Commissioner Adam Putnam argues that his “hands are tied” by “federal food laws” and that fresh, “all-natural” milk with the cream skimmed off the top cannot be sold in Florida as “milk” (or “skim milk”) but must be labeled “imitation milk”—unless the “all-natural” milk adds (artificial) vitamin A to the product. A family farm in the state’s panhandle (Ocheesee Creamery) decided to challenge the law, and Putnam, who recently announced his candidacy for governor, said he would try to resolve the issue soon.

News You Can Use

(1) Briton Fred Whitelaw, 64, who has bowel cancer, recently began working “therapeutic” breast milk into his diet, but only that supplied by his daughter, Jill Turner, who recently gave birth and said she is happy to double-pump to assure both Fred and baby Llewyn adequate supplies (although husband Kyle is trying it out for his eczema, as well). (2) Scientists writing in the journal of the American Society for Microbiology recently recommended that parents not discourage children from picking their noses because snot contains a “rich reservoir of good bacteria” beneficial to teeth and overall health (fighting, for example, respiratory infections and even HIV).

Inexplicable

(1) It recently became necessary for websites to identify victims of nude-photo Candace Frazee and Steve Lubanski to postings of military personnel that came acquire a bigger home in the Los Angeles to light earlier this year. “(Y)ou get pretty area because their 33,000 “bunny”-related burned out,” said the NCIS director. A items (stuffed bunnies, antique bunnies, simple word search of “uniformed military bunny paintings, bunny dinnerware, nude” got nearly 80 million hits, according etc.) needed more space. (2) The world’s to a May Associated Press dispatch from only museum devoted to the “house cat” the Quantico Marine base, where the 20 allows self-guided tours in Sylva, North investigators labor side-by-side.

Carolina, where curator Harold Sims disMilitary Allies in Odd Places plays 10,000 artifacts including a genuine (1) In April, three days after ISIS petrified cat (with whiskers!) pulled from fighters reportedly executed 25 vila 16th-century English chimney. (3) lagers about 50 miles south of Brantford, Ontario, real estate agent Kirkuk, Iraq, the three murKyle Jansink, speaking for unidenderers were themselves killed tified sellers, said he accepted the WATCHED TONYS, (and eight more wounded) challenge of selling the meticulously DIDN’T SEE when a pack of wild boars maintained home “as is”—still TONY overran their position and packed with the sellers’ clowngnawed them into martyrrelated items (dolls, miniatures, dom. (2) In April, a Russian porcelain statues, paintings). naval reconnaissance ship Compelling Explanations sank in the Black Sea off of Tur• They’re “therapists,” not “stripkey (likely op: Syria-related) pers,” argued New York City’s Pentwhen it collided with a livestock house Executive Club, creatively barge flying the flag of Togo. All characterizing its dancers to avoid $3 aboard the Russian ship were million in back taxes, but the state’s rescued; the much-heavier appeals board ruled against it in Togolese vessel suffered barely April. Penthouse had insisted that its a scratch. performers were more akin to counselors Perspective for lonely men, and that the club’s “door Rights in Conflict: An elderly German charge” was an untaxable fee for therapeuman, unnamed in news reports, was fined tic health services. the equivalent of $110 in May for “terrorhttp://www.nydailynews.com/ izing” neighbors in the town of Hennef new-york/manhattan/nyc-strip-clubby violating a 2015 agreement to lower claimed-dancers-therapists-avoid-taxesthe sound of his pornographic videos. He article-1.3146393 demanded sympathy because of his hear• James Pelletier, 46, was arrested in ing disability, arguing that if he wore headHollis, Maine, in May after he fired a BB gun point-blank at his two sons, ages 9 and phones, he could not hear the doorbell, or burglars, and therefore would feel unsafe.

11—but only, he said, as a “rite of passage” into maturity (perhaps thinking the expe- (At his May hearing, he objected to the rience would help them become as mature characterization that the “sex sounds” were from videos; on the day in question, as their father). He said if the kids knew he said, he had a prostitute in the room. “It how it felt to get shot, perhaps they would was not porn,” he insisted, confusingly. “It not be so quick to fire their own guns. was live!”)

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You Mean Jethro and Abby, Too? In contrast to the exciting work of the TV series (near the top of broadcast ratings for the last decade), real agents in the Naval Criminal Investigative Service have labored over computer screens eight to 10 hours a day for two months now employing their facial-recognition software—just to scour

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• Winneshiek County (Iowa) Engineer Lee Bjerke said he had no idea how the driver of the loaded 18-wheeler had missed the “Load Limit 3 Tons” sign at the entrance of the small, rickety bridge near Cresco in May, but in seconds, the span was wiped out, and the tractor-trailer had become part of the Turkey River. The loaded grain truck weighed more than 30 tons.

Armed and Clumsy (all-new!)

Still more incidents in which people (make that, “men”) accidentally shoot themselves: a National Rifle Association staff member, 46, training on a firing range (Fairfax County, Virginia, April); a fleeing robber, run over by his victim, with the collision causing the robber’s gun to fire into his own mouth (Hawthorne, California, March); two boys, 17 and 19, “practicing” loading and unloading a handgun, managing to hit each other (Houston, March); a homeless man, 45, in a now-classic waistband-holster-crotch malfunction (Lake Panasoffee, Florida, Oct.); U.S. Park Police officer, shot his foot in a confrontation with a raccoon (Washington, D.C., Nov.); man, 48, shot himself, then, apparently angry at how it happened, shot his bed (Oceana County, Michigan, July).[Burke Patch, 4-7-2017]

A News of the Weird Classic (December 2013)

Just another October (2013) day in Kelso, Washington: At the courthouse, a woman carrying a cake was approached by Robert Fredrickson, a stranger who was also in the building on business. Without warning, Fredrickson attacked—not the woman, the cake—grabbing it with both hands and stuffing his face. As he washed up a minute later at a drinking fountain, a deputy who witnessed the scene attempted to bring Fredrickson to justice, yelling, “(S)tand right there. Don’t move.” As soon as the officer looked away, however, Fredrickson returned to the cake and clawed at it again. Finally, several deputies subdued him and charged him with theft and resisting arrest. CS

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IT WAS 10 years ago, June.

Jason Bible had been performing around town as a solo act for some time, joined occasionally by bassist Eric Dunn.

When the pair invited drummer Markus Kuhlmann, Dunn’s former bandmate in alt-rock outfit Hazel Virtue, to form a band that blended country, honky-tonk, and rockabilly, The Train Wrecks were born.

As the story goes, the band booked their first gig without even having practiced.

In the months following, The Train Wrecks cemented their title as the “Hardest Working Band in Savannah,” playing multiple gigs a day anywhere that would have them. After time, dobro player Stuart Harmening was added, and in 2007, the band tracked their wild and classic sound

in the studio, debuting Whiskey and War. The 11-track record featured The Train Wrecks’ spirited takes on American classics like “No Depression” and “The Ghost of Tom Joad,” but most importantly, there were originals that have stood the test of time. Fan favorite “Whiskey Ain’t My Friend (No More)” would stay in the band’s sets for years to come and cemented a sound that honored country and Americana tradition with modern twists.

A decade later, the band has toured the U.S., married, had children, struggled with and found a way through addiction, released albums, sold countless tees and matchbooks.

Band members have parted ways but still remain friends and active musicians— Dunn plays bass in Velvet Caravan and Isaac Smith’s band, Kuhlmann founded Clouds & Satellites and drums in Nightingale News—but despite the changes, The

Train Wrecks remain one of Savannah’s most adored and critically-acclaimed bands.

On June 16, Bible, Harmening, drummer Jeremy Hammons and bassist Colin Motlagh will share Once Again, the fourth Train Wrecks album. While most of their LPs could be considered “barn burners,” this record tears through the traditional country sound and truly conveys a Train Wrecks live show, which is a gloriously raw, sweaty, impassioned event.

Watching the band perform, it’s difficult to believe they’ve played those songs thousands on thousands of times; they’re grown men performing like teenagers in a garage with new amps and parents who are out of town. That’s what will always distinguish them; that’s why they’re still called the hardest working band in Savannah.

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fitting reflection on the band’s evolution.

What was once a layered and lush feat has been whittled down to a lean and powerful show running on essentials.

“Ten years ago, we recorded as a threepiece, all live,” Bible remembers. “I went on my honeymoon, came back, and we had fiddles, mandolins, B3, accordion…it was like a seven, eight-piece band. It was amazing. Back then, I was not as grounded as I am now, and I came back and said, ‘Wow, we’re going to take this on the road, have this little bluegrass section we can bring out. We’re gonna tour this. Then it came down to doing runs as a three-piece.”

Over the years, Wrecks albums often featured additional instrumentation, but that’s not the case with Once Again.

“This is the most stripped-down thing we’ve done,” Bible says.

“There’s no tambourine, no hand claps, no B3—just a four-piece in a room, and that’s the first time we’ve done that. I didn’t do any background vocals, no doubling. It’s pretty raw.”

Without those traditional flourishes, The Train Wrecks blister like a rock ‘n’ roll band; the twang’s still there, and Bible’s Texas accent shines through, but listeners can hear the distortion fizzle and pop, feel the room shake through the recording. It’s a definite shift for a band that’s become synonymous with old-school country.

“It used to be, you go out of town and the venue owner would ask, when people call to ask what your sound is, what to tell ‘em,” says Bible.

“And I don’t know. Americana? Roots?

It depends on my mood. It could be bluesy, it could be folk, it could be storytelling.

Now, it’s more rock ‘n’ roll. The next album is going to be even heavier away from country.”

The band got creative in their sessions at Elevated Basement Studios.

“One song is like a Sun Studio attempt— let’s take all the close mics off the drums and see what the room mics and the kick are doing,” Bible explains.

“After the third record, getting stuck on getting that one to the finish line… with this one, I think we know what we’re doing a little more. This one I went to with no deadline, no real thought-out track list, no meticulous record of ‘Here’s what we’re going to do.’ A lot of it was left up to

chance and the band performing in the studio. Some of the lyrics were stream-ofconsciousness, last-minute, roll it two or three takes.”

“It really went by in a flash,” says Hammons of their time in the studio. “It was a very quick album for us. We Roll On, we went in and we had everything in our heads—‘This is exactly how this is going to go.’ This one, we came in, knew the song structure, bit didn’t’ know what the end game was going to be. It just naturally unfolded. And the weird thing is, it’s our heaviest album, but our sweetest songs. It’s a very dual access kind of thing where we have songs that are straight-up, kick-youin-the-head, and then Jason doing a solo song, which is something we haven’t done.”

The addition of bassist Motlagh of recording studio/rehearsal space The Garage Savannah and the band Bear Fight! and Listen 2 Three helped toughen up the band’s sound.

“Colin has more of a hard rock sensibility as a bass player, and he’s a songwriter as well, a guitarist,” says Bible.

“It’s been really good to have Stu and Colin and Jeremy; the way they work together, where I’m not really leading the show half the time on transitions and things like that—it’s more like riding the wave. If it’s time for that heavy moment, that’s where we go.”

“Colin and I clicked together almost immediately,” Hammons attests. “You usually have to play a couple of shows to click, and it immediately just felt like we’d been playing together for a long time.”

The band’s release party at The Jinx is a showcase of all of the Train Wrecks’ offerings. Bible opens with a solo acoustic set, and then the band will hit the stage to play Whiskey & War and then Once Again.

It starts early, but they’re going to follow the energy of the crowd; if you’ve been to a Wrecks’ show before, you know they give it their all to the very end.

“There’s no way we’re going to stop at one [a.m.],” Bible laughs. “If there’s a room, we’re going to play like a bar band that’s never put out a record.” CS

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Prog, Southern rock, funk and jam collide in the sounds of Alabama band CBDB. The band’s soulful Southern sound features contagious hooks, organ, innovative guitar riffage, and rich harmonies that make a danceable record and an unforgettable show.

The band comes to town fresh off the release of two new singles, “Old Dog” and “She’s Mobile,” both of which stay true to their Southern melting pot sound.

They’re joined by The Orange Constant, Statesboro’s own eclectic rock ‘n’ roll band (now located in Atlanta).

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Brooklyn’s Hypoluxo blend post-punk melodrama, shoegaze haze, and dreampop swells on their debut LP, If Language.

With lead vocals strikingly reminiscent of The National’s Matt Berninger, the band makes swelling, enveloping soundscapes with gauzy, effect-laden layers. If you’re looking for the perfect album to score your summertime sadness, find it here.

Myrtle Beach dream-pop band Canopy Hands returns to Savannah for the show; they released an EP, “Whelm,” last year.

Savannah’s own sound experimentalists Rich Animals (James Chapman with Luis Salazar and Brad Shields of Garden Giant) join.

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The show’s a little different than Randy’s usual bluegrass and acoustic fare, but it’ll be a blast to see a Las Vegas and Disney World-approved show happen out at the Pickin’ Parlor.

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Iowa native Courtney Krause writes songs for “other over-analytical, racing, sympathetic minds” with a emotional, reflective quality and gentle, melodic approach.

Krause is on tour with fellow Iowan Nalani Proctor, a singer-songwriter who will release a full-length album, Goodbye, Sixteen, later this year.

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WEDNESDAY 6.14 LIVE MUSIC

Barrelhouse South VuDu Shakedown, 10 p.m.

Bay Street Blues Hitman Blues Band, 9 p.m.

Bayou Cafe Thomas Claxton, 9 p.m.

Boomy’s Eric Culberson Band, 10 p.m.

CO/Savannah Cocktail Company VuDu Cocktail Acoustic Open Mic Night, 7 p.m. coffee deli Acoustic Jam, 7 p.m.

Five Oaks Taproom Eric Britt, 8 p.m.

Kevin Barry’s Irish Pub Live Music Lizzy’s Tequila Bar and Grill Rachael Shaner PS Tavern Trivia, 7 p.m.

Rachael’s 1190 Jeremy Riddle, 10 p.m.

The Sandbar Open Mic, 9 p.m.

SEED Eco Lounge Latin Music Night, 9 p.m.

Tree House Wobble Wednesday Vic’s on The River Jimmy Frushon The Warehouse Jubal Kane, 8 p.m.

Wild Wing Cafe Brandon Reeves, 5 p.m.

The Wormhole Open Mic, 9 p.m.

TRIVIA & GAMES

The Chromatic Dragon Geeky Trivia Night, 8 p.m.

Dub’s Pub Trivia, 7:30 p.m.

The Jinx Rock n Roll Bingo, 10 p.m.

Rachael’s 1190 Team Trivia, 8:45 p.m.

Tailgate Sports Bar and Grill Trivia, 9:30 p.m.

Tubby’s Tank House (Thunderbolt) Tubby’s Trivia, 7 p.m.

World of Beer Trivia, 7 p.m.

KARAOKE

Club One Karaoke, 9:30 p.m.

Hercules Bar & Grill Karaoke, 9 p.m.

Little Lucky’s Karaoke McDonough’s Karaoke, 9 p.m.

Mediterranean Tavern Karaoke hosted

by K-Rawk, 8 p.m.

Wet Willie’s Karaoke, 9 p.m.

COMEDY

Totally Awesome Bar Weird Wednesdays Open Mic Comedy, 9 p.m.

DJ

Little Lucky’s Live DJ SEED Eco Lounge DJ Cesar, 10 p.m.

THURSDAY 6.15 LIVE MUSIC

Barrelhouse South Ben Keiser Band, 9 p.m.

Bay Street Blues Hitman Blues Band, 9 p.m.

Bayou Cafe Eric Culberson Band, 9 p.m.

Billy’s Place at McDonough’s Nancy Witt (piano and vocals), 6 p.m.

Cohen’s Retreat Munchies and Music, 5:30 p.m.

Fannie’s on the Beach Christy and Butch, 8 p.m., Christy & Butch, 6 p.m.

Huc-A-Poo’s Willie Jackson Blues, 9 p.m.

The Jinx Hailshot, 8 p.m.

Kevin Barry’s Irish Pub Live Music Lizzy’s Tequila Bar and Grill Georgia Kyle Tailgate Sports Bar and Grill Open Mic, 9 p.m.

Totally Awesome Bar DJ Basik Lee, 10 p.m.

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SATURDAY, JUNE 17, 9 P.M. Tubby’s Tank House (Thunderbolt) Ben Keiser Band, 6 p.m.

Tybee Island Social Club Matt Eckstine, 6 p.m.

Unitarian Universalist Church of Savannah Sacred Sound Journey, 7 p.m.

Vic’s on The River Frank Bright, Jimmy Frushon The Warehouse Jon Lee’s Apparitions, 8 p.m.

Wild Wing Cafe Bucky & Barry, 5 p.m.

Wild Wing Cafe (Pooler) 8 Mile Bend, 7:30 p.m.

The Wormhole Open Mic, 6 p.m.

TRIVIA & GAMES

The Britannia British Pub Trivia, 7:30 p.m.

McDonough’s Trivia, 7:30 p.m.

Mediterranean Tavern Butt Naked Trivia with Kowboi, 7 p.m.

Melody’s Coastal Cafe and Sandbar Cantina Trivia Pour Larry’s Explicit Trivia, 10 p.m.

Totally Awesome Bar 80s and 90s Karaoke, 8 p.m.

Tybee Island Social Club Trivia, 7:30 p.m.

KARAOKE

Applebee’s Karaoke, 9 p.m.

Blueberry Hill Trivia and Karaoke, 7 p.m.

The Chromatic Dragon Karaoke Night,

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Club One Karaoke, 9:30 p.m.

Doodles Karaoke, 9 p.m.

Flashback Karaoke, 8 p.m.

Jukebox Bar & Grill Karaoke & Throwback Jams, 8 p.m.

Little Lucky’s Karaoke McDonough’s Karaoke, 9 p.m.

Mediterranean Tavern Karaoke, 8 p.m.

PS Tavern Karaoke Rachael’s 1190 Karaoke, 9:30 p.m.

Rusty Rudders Tap House Karaoke Savannah’s Music City Bar and Grill Karaoke, 8 p.m.

World of Beer Karaoke, 9 p.m.

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Congress Street Social Club DJ Blackout, 10 p.m.

The Jinx Live DJ, 10 p.m.

Little Lucky’s Live DJ Mediterranean Tavern DJ Kirby Rusty Rudders Tap House DJ Tap SEED Eco Lounge DJ Cesar, 10 p.m.

BAR & CLUB EVENTS

Club One LGBT Center Fundraiser w/ House of Gunt, Savannah Sweet Tease Burlesque and Club One Cabaret, 9 p.m.

Foxy Loxy Cafe Vinyl Appreciation, 7 p.m.

SEED Eco Lounge Daas Unterground Thursdays, 10 p.m.

FRIDAY 6.16 LIVE MUSIC

Barrelhouse South CBDB, The Orange Constant, 9 p.m.

Billy’s Place at McDonough’s Nancy Witt (piano and vocals), 6 p.m.

Casimir’s Lounge Tradewinds, 9 p.m.

Club Elan K Camp, 9 p.m.

Dockside Seafood Bluegrass Happy Hour, 4 p.m.

El-Rocko Lounge Tacomas Mas Fannie’s on the Beach Nate Kenyon, 8 p.m.

Flashback Traveling Riverside Band, 9 p.m.

Hitch Circle of Friends Rooftop Gig, 7 p.m.

The Jinx The Train Wrecks Album Release, 10 p.m.

Kevin Barry’s Irish Pub Live Music Lizzy’s Tequila Bar and Grill Justin Morris Rancho Alegre Cuban Restaurant Jody Espina Trio, 6:30 p.m.

Ruth’s Chris Steak House David Duckworth, 8 p.m.

Savannah’s Music City Bar and Grill Live Music Taste of India Don Read, 6:30 p.m.

Tijuana Flats Gary Strickland Tubby’s Tank House (Thunderbolt) Hitman, 6 p.m.

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Tybee Island Social Club Willie Jackson Blues Band, 8 p.m.

Vic’s on The River Frank Bright The Warehouse Jake Lane, Jubal Kane Wild Wing Cafe Tell Scarlett, Radio Romance, 5 p.m.

Wild Wing Cafe (Pooler) Liquid Ginger, 9:30 p.m.

The Wormhole Mobley, 10 p.m.

TRIVIA & GAMES

Coach’s Corner Trivia, Movies & Music Trivia, 8 p.m.

KARAOKE

Bay Street Blues Karaoke, 8 p.m.

Blueberry Hill Karaoke, 7 p.m.

The Islander Karaoke, 10 p.m.

Little Lucky’s Karaoke McDonough’s Karaoke, 9 p.m.

Rachael’s 1190 Karaoke, 9:30 p.m.

Sunny’s Lounge Karaoke, 9 p.m.

Tailgate Sports Bar and Grill Karaoke/DJ, 10:30 p.m.

COMEDY

Foxy Loxy Cafe Comedy Night, 7:30 p.m.

DJ

Club 309 West DJ Zay Doubles Nightclub DJ Sam Diamond, 8 p.m.

El-Rocko Lounge DJ D-Frost Hercules Bar & Grill DJ Little Lucky’s Live DJ Rusty Rudders Tap House DJ Tap SEED Eco Lounge DJ C-Rok, 10 p.m.

Tree House DJ Phive Star

BAR & CLUB EVENTS

Abe’s on Lincoln DJ Doc Ock, 9 p.m.

Club One Drag Show PS Tavern 80s and Ladies The Stage on Bay Girls Night Out: The Show, 8 p.m.

SATURDAY 6.17 LIVE MUSIC

17 Hundred 90 Restaurant Gail Thurmond, 6:30 p.m.

Barrelhouse South Schema, Jonathan Scales Fourchestra, 9 p.m.

Billy’s Place at McDonough’s Nancy Witt (piano and vocals), 6 p.m.

Casimir’s Lounge Jackson Evans Trio, 9 p.m.

Club Elan San Holo, 9 p.m.

Coach’s Corner Esteban’s Hat, 7 p.m.

El-Rocko Lounge Ambrose, Jacob Edward Evans, 10 p.m., DJ Precisa Fannie’s on the Beach Christy Alan Band, 8 p.m.

Flashback Bucky & Barry, 9 p.m.

Kevin Barry’s Irish Pub Live Music Lizzy’s Tequila Bar and Grill Andrew Gill The Olde Pink House David Duckworth & Alisha Duckworth Rancho Alegre Cuban Restaurant Jody Espina Trio, 6:30 p.m.

Randy Wood Guitars The Atlantic City Boys, 8 p.m.

Savannah’s Music City Bar and Grill Live Music The Sentient Bean Nalani Proctor, Courtney Krause, Phillip Wise, David Isaac Marchant, 8 p.m.

Tubby’s Tank House (Thunderbolt) Keith & Jeremy Riddle, 6 p.m.

Tybee Island Social Club Missionary Blues, 9 p.m.

Vic’s on The River Frank Bright The Warehouse Rachael Shaner, At Sundown Wild Wing Cafe Jason Courtenay Band, Thomas Claxton, Bill Hodgson, Liquid Ginger, 1 p.m.

Wild Wing Cafe (Pooler) Luke Landers, 9:30 p.m.

KARAOKE

Applebee’s Karaoke, 10 p.m.

Bay Street Blues Karaoke, 8 p.m.

Doodles Karaoke, 9 p.m.

The Islander Karaoke, 10 p.m.

Jukebox Bar & Grill Karaoke & Throwback Jams, 8 p.m.

Little Lucky’s Karaoke McDonough’s Karaoke, 9 p.m.

Melody’s Coastal Cafe and Sandbar Cantina Karaoke, 8 p.m.

PS Tavern Karaoke, 9 p.m.

Rachael’s 1190 Karaoke, 9:30 p.m.

COMEDY

Club One Leslie Jordan, 8 p.m.

Savannah Coffee Roasters Odd Lot Improv: Saturday Shenanigans, 8 p.m.

The Space Station at Starlandia Sorry Not Sorry DryHumps the ‘80s: Back to the Future, 8 p.m.

DJ

Doubles Nightclub DJ Sam Diamond, 8 p.m.

Little Lucky’s Live DJ Rusty Rudders Tap House DJ Tap SEED Eco Lounge DJ Pieces, 10 p.m.

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BAR & CLUB EVENTS

Club One Drag Show, 10:30 p.m.

The Jinx Cut Throat Freak Show 20th Anniversary Tour, 9 p.m.

The Stage on Bay Biggz CEO, 10 p.m.

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BAR & CLUB EVENTS

Bay Street Blues Ben Keiser Band, 9 p.m.

Bayou Cafe Jam Night with Eric Culberson, 9 p.m.

Fannie’s on the Beach Christy Alan Band Foxy Loxy Cafe City Hotel Solo Sessions, 7 p.m.

The Jinx Hip-Hop Night, 11 p.m.

Kevin Barry’s Irish Pub Live Music Lizzy’s Tequila Bar and Grill Justin Curtis Molly MacPherson’s Scottish Pub Open Mic, 9 p.m.

Molly MacPherson’s Scottish Pub (Pooler) Open Mic Nickie’s 1971 Open Mic hosted by Willie Jackson, 8 p.m.

Vic’s on The River Jimmy Frushon The Warehouse Hitman Blues Band, 8 p.m.

Boomy’s DJ Basik Lee, 10 p.m.

Foxy Loxy Cafe Press Play Boombox Brunch, 12-3 p.m.

LIVE MUSIC

Exclusives Bar & Grille Open Mic Poetry Night, 7 p.m.

MONDAY 6.19 LIVE MUSIC

Abe’s on Lincoln Open Mic, 9 p.m.

Bayou Cafe David Harbuck, 9 p.m.

Kevin Barry’s Irish Pub Live Music Rachael’s 1190 Open Mic Night, 8 p.m.

Vic’s on The River Jimmy Frushon The Warehouse Justin Curtis, 8 p.m.

Wild Wing Cafe Ray Tomasino, 6 p.m.

The Wormhole Open Mic, 8 p.m.

TRIVIA & GAMES

TRIVIA & GAMES

Blowin’ Smoke Southern Cantina Team Trivia, 7:30 p.m.

The Britannia British Pub Bingo, 8 p.m.

McDonough’s Trivia, 7:30 p.m.

Molly MacPherson’s Scottish Pub (Pooler) Bingo

KARAOKE

Boomy’s Karaoke, 10 p.m.

Club One Karaoke, 9:30 p.m.

Little Lucky’s Karaoke McDonough’s Karaoke, 9 p.m.

Wet Willie’s Karaoke, 9 p.m.

Basil’s Pizza and Deli Trivia, 7 p.m.

Coach’s Corner Trivia, 8 p.m.

CoCo’s Sunset Grille Trivia, 7 p.m.

Congress Street Social Club Trivia, 10 p.m.

Fia Rua Irish Pub Trivia, 7:30-10 p.m.

Mediterranean Tavern Battle of The Sexes Game, 9 p.m.

Mellow Mushroom Trivia, 7:30 p.m.

Savannah Taphouse Trivia, 7 p.m.

Wild Wing Cafe (Pooler) Trivia, 9 p.m.

The Wormhole Trivia, 10:30 p.m.

KARAOKE

Blueberry Hill Karaoke, 7 p.m.

Club One Karaoke, 9:30 p.m.

McDonough’s Karaoke, 9 p.m.

The Rail Pub Karaoke, 9 p.m.

Wet Willie’s Karaoke, 9 p.m.

COMEDY

Molly MacPherson’s Scottish Pub Molly Mondays, 10:30 p.m.

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The Jinx DJ Lucky Bastard, 10 p.m.

Little Lucky’s Live DJ SEED Eco Lounge DJ Pieces, 10 p.m.

Chuck’s Bar Comedy Open Mic, 9:30 p.m.

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SEED Eco Lounge DJ C-Rok, 10 p.m.

LIVE MUSIC

17 Hundred 90 Restaurant Gail Thurmond, 6:30 p.m.

Bayou Cafe Don Coyer, 9 p.m.

Congress Street Social Club Voodoo Soup, 10:30 p.m.

Fannie’s on the Beach Christy Alan Band, 3 p.m.

Kevin Barry’s Irish Pub Live Music Lizzy’s Tequila Bar and Grill Matt Eckstine The Olde Pink House Eddie Wilson Tubby’s Tank House (Thunderbolt) Anne Allman and Michael Moody Father’s Day Brunch, 12:30 p.m.

Tybee Island Social Club Sunday Bluegrass Brunch, noon Vic’s on The River Jimmy Frushon The Warehouse Thomas Claxton, 8 p.m.

Wild Wing Cafe Bucky and Barry, Irritating Julie, 1 p.m.

TRIVIA & GAMES

Tailgate Sports Bar and Grill Trivia, 9:30 p.m.

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Abe’s on Lincoln 17 Lincoln St. 912-349-0525 abesonlincoln.com

Barrelhouse South 125 W. Congress St. 912-662-5576 barrelhousesouth.com

Basil’s Pizza and Deli 216 Johnny Mercer Blvd.

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Bay Street Blues 17 E. Bay St. 912-236-6655

Bayou Cafe 14 N. Abercorn St. 912-233-6411 bayousavannah.com

Billy’s Place at McDonough’s 20 E. Perry St.

912-231-9049 billysplacesavannah.com

Blowin’ Smoke Southern Cantina 1611 Habersham St. 912-231-2385 blowinsmokesavannah.com

Blueberry Hill 546 Dean Forest Rd. 964-8401

Boomy’s 409 W. Congress St. 912-436-6660 boomysbar.com

The Britannia British Pub 140 Johnny Mercer Blvd.

912-898-4257

Casimir’s Lounge 700 Drayton St.

912-721-5002 mansiononforsythpark.com

The Chromatic Dragon 514 MLK Jr. Blvd.

912-289-0350 chromaticdragon.com

Chuck’s Bar 305 W. River St. 912-232-1005

Club 309 West 309 W. River St. 912-236-1901 club309west.com

Club Elan 301 Williamson St. Club One 1 Jefferson St. 912-232-0200 clubone-online.com

CO/Savannah Cocktail Company 10 Whitaker Street 912.234.5375 www.eatatco.com/

Coach’s Corner 3016 E. Victory Dr. 912-352-2933 coachs.net

CoCo’s Sunset Grille 1 Old U.S. Hwy. 80 Tybee Island

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Mellow Mushroom 11 W. Liberty St.

Cohen’s Retreat 5715 Skidaway Rd. Congress Street Social Club 411 W. Congress St.

Molly MacPherson’s Scottish Pub 311 W. Congress St.

912-352-7818 savannahcoffeedeli.com

912-238-1985 congressstreetsocialclub.com

Dockside Seafood 201 West River St. 912-233-3810

Doubles Nightclub 7100 Abercorn St. 912-352-7100

Dub’s Pub 225 W. River St.

(912) 200-3652 dubspubriverstreet.com

El-Rocko Lounge 117 Whitaker St. 912-495-5808

912-495-0705 mellowmushroom.com

912-239-9600 macphersonspub.com

Molly MacPherson’s Scottish Pub (Pooler) 110 Towne Center Dr. 912-348-3200 macphersonspub.com

Nickie’s 1971 1513 Butler Ave. Tybee Island 912-786-4444

The Olde Pink House 23 Abercorn St.

912-232-4286 www.plantersinnsavannah.com

Pour Larry’s 206 W. St. Julian St.

Exclusives Bar & Grille 2003 Greenwood Street

912-232-5778

Fannie’s on the Beach 1613 Strand Ave.

912-495-5145

912-695-2116

912-786-6109 fanniesonthebeach.com

Fia Rua Irish Pub 10132 Ford Ave. Richmond Hill 912-459-4160 fiaruairishpub.com

Five Oaks Taproom 201 W. Bay St. 912-236-4440 fiveoakstaproom.com

Foxy Loxy Cafe 1919 Bull St. 912-401-0543 foxyloxycafe.com

Hercules Bar & Grill 2500 Dean Forest Rd. 912-966-5790

Hitch 300 Drayton Street (912) 239-6970 www.facebook.com/ HitchSavannah

PS Tavern 11 W. Bay St. Rachael’s 1190 1190 King George Blvd.

912-920-7772 rachaels1190.com

The Rail Pub 405 W. Congress St. 912-238-1311 therailpub.com/

Rancho Alegre Cuban Restaurant 402 MLK Jr. Blvd.

912-292-1656 ranchoalegrecuban.com

Randy Wood Guitars 1304 East Hwy. 80

912-748-1930 www.randywoodguitars.com

Jukebox Bar & Grill 3741 US Hwy 17 Ste 500 Richmond Hill 912-756-6997

Kevin Barry’s Irish Pub 117 West River St. 912-233-9626 www.kevinbarrys.com

The Sandbar 1512 Butler Ave. Tybee Island Savannah Coffee Roasters 215 West Liberty Street (912) 238-2426

Savannah Taphouse 125 E. Broughton St. 912-201-8277 savannahtaphouse.com

Savannah’s Music City Bar and Grill 65 Fairmont Ave. SEED Eco Lounge 39 Montgomery St.

Little Lucky’s 6 Gateway Blvd. E.

912-349-5100

McDonough’s 21 E. McDonough St.

912-232-4447 sentientbean.com

912-925-1119

912-233-6136 mcdonoughssavannah.com

Mediterranean Tavern 125 Foxfield Way Pooler

912-988-1052

Tailgate Sports Bar and Grill 11215 Abercorn St. 912-921-2269

Taste of India 401 Mall Blvd.

912-356-1020

The Tybee Post Theater 10 Van Horne Ave. Tybee Island 912-472-4790

Tijuana Flats 1800 E. Victory Dr. 912-344-9111 tijuanaflats.com

Totally Awesome Bar 107 B Whitaker St. 912-495-5945

Tree House 309 W. St. Julian St.

912-239-0095 treehousesavannah.com

Tubby’s Tank House (Thunderbolt) 2909 River Dr. 912-354-9040 www.liveoakstore.com/ tubbysthunderbolt

Tybee Island Social Club 1311 Butler Ave.

912-472-4044 tybeeislandsocialclub.com

Unitarian Universalist Church of Savannah 307A E. Harris St. 912-234-0980 www.uusavannah.org

The Warehouse 18 E. River St.

912-786-8304

912-236-2281

912-234-6628

Ruth’s Chris Steak House 111 W. Bay St.

912-944-6302

The Islander 301 Johnny Mercer Blvd.

The Jinx 127 W. Congress St.

Sunny’s Lounge 5630 Ogeechee Rd.

Vic’s on The River 26 E. Bay St.

912-721-4800 ruthschris.com

912-897-6137

(912) 417-4561 starlandiasupply.com

Rusty Rudders Tap House 303 W. River St.

Huc-A-Poo’s 1213 US Hwy. 80 East Tybee Island 912-786-5900 www.hucapoos.com/

Starlandia Creative Supply 2438 Bull Street

The Sentient Bean 13 E. Park Ave. The Space Station at Starlandia 2436 Bull St. The Stage on Bay 1200 West Bay St. savconcerts.com

912-721-1000 vicsontheriver.com

912-234-6003 thewarehousebarandgrille.com

Wet Willie’s 101 E. River St. 912-233-5650 wetwillies.com

Wild Wing Cafe 27 Barnard St. 912-790-9464 wildwingcafe.com

Wild Wing Cafe (Pooler) 417 Pooler Pkwy.

912-208-3700 wildwingcafe.com

World of Beer 112 W. Broughton St. 912-443-1515 worldofbeer.com

The Wormhole 2307 Bull St. 912-713-2855 wormholebar.com

CULTURE THE ART•BEAT OF SAVANNAH

Tybee Cottage Art Gallery paints the town

BY RACHAEL FLORA

rachael@connectsavannah.com

ON THE winding drive onto Tybee Island, just in front of Huc-a-Poo’s, sits the Tybee Cottage Art Gallery, a thriving co-op with 23 showing artists and a whole lot of art.

For the month of June, the co-op brings their work to the mainland with “Shades of Blue,” hanging now at Blick Art Supply on Broughton.

“This is the first time we’ve come as a cohesive with, what I think is, a representation of all our work,” notes painter Cate Campbell.

“Shades of Blue” includes eight artists’ sea-inspired work, from a time-lapse photograph of the stars above the Tybee pier to an incredibly detailed painting of shrimping boats to mermaids, waves, and an octopus.

It’s obvious that the Tybee Cottage Art Gallery is a tight-knit group. As Campbell takes me through each piece, she offers tidbits about the artists’ style and their life— C.O. Brown is a former woodworker and deeply religious, Benjamin Turner uses a complex grid system in his paintings, Donna DeFrance Waite didn’t get started with art until later in life.

“It’s important to know about their work so you can sell it when they’re not there,” Campbell notes, but there’s more to it than that.

“One of the best things about being in a co-op is that you teach each other, learn from each other, share ideas.”

Crystal Travaille and her husband, Chris, both pottery artists, recently took ownership of the gallery.

“Before I started renting it, I said, ‘Let’s pretend we are gallery owners three days a month,’ which is fun because you’re in charge of public relations when you’re there,” Travaille says.

“Our price point [at the co-op] is lower than anything in Savannah,” Campbell adds. “And I’m being honest here, the talent and diversity we have in the artists here is as good or better than anything in Savannah. We judge each other and help each other, help with framing and upping our game.”

While some art critics look down on beach landscape paintings, seeing them as boring or gimmicky, I think it’s clear the artists are playing to both their strengths and their audience. As Travaille and Campbell explain, people who come to Tybee want to take home art that represents what they’ve just seen. There’s a booming market for those scenes—Campbell estimates eighty percent of their consumer base is tourists.

“I’ve been in the arts since I was seventeen years old, and the reality is, I want a place where you can come into that gallery and have no knowledge of art, but you’re drawn to that tree, drawn to that

mermaid,” Campbell says.

“You don’t have to have someone test you on art. [The painting] spoke to you.

You don’t have to have a knowledge of art to know, ‘Oh, that’s a linen canvas.’ You don’t have to have someone test you on those things—it spoke to you. And in this gallery, we can talk both ways.”

The art for “Shades of Blue” was created for pleasure, not profit, and that distinction shows.

“When you come to a show like this, you’re getting the true essence of the artists here and what they do,” Campbell says, “not just because they want to sell the piece but because it makes them happy.

I brought my mermaids because they’re close to my heart. These were not brought here to sell. I think most of these [pieces] are the ones that people felt were representative of them.”

“Shades of Blue” will remain upstairs at Blick for the remainder of June. CS

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It’s Leslie Jordan!

An icon comes to Savannah

BY ANNA CHANDLER

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HIS RAPPORT with Megan Mullally’s Karen on Will and Grace is sitcom gold, and he’s got the Emmy to prove it. Leslie Jordan, the diminutive star with huge personality and heart, is returning to Savannah, and he’s bringing a new show with him.

Jordan, who “fell out of the womb and landed in Mama’s high heels,” arrived in Hollywood in 1982 with $1,200 sewn into his undergarments and Tennessee dirt still on his shoes.

After taking on roles across a variety of television shows, including Night Court, Murphy Brown, Pee-wee’s Playhouse, Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman, Star Trek: Voyager, Ellen, Sabrina, The Teenage Witch, and many, many more, he landed his breakout role on Will & Grace.

After winning audiences over as Beverly Leslie, Jordan won an Emmy Award for Best Guest Actor in a Comedy Series at the 58th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards in 2006.

Most recently, American Horror Story fans saw him starring as Witches’ Council member Quentin Fleming in the show’s third season, Coven, and the medium Cricket Marlow in the sixth season,

Roanoke.

Outside of his television work, Jordan is a celebrated playwright and stage actor.

He received high praise for his role as Brother Boy in Sordid Lives, Del Shores’ play. He captivated crowds once more in 2000 when the show became a cult film sensation.

Jordan’s signature Southern drawl was perfect for his first one-person show, Hysterical Blindness and Other Southern Tragedies That have Plagued My Life Thus Far, in which he share his experiences as a small, effeminate boy growing up in Tennessee.

He followed with another autobiographical show, My Trip Down the Pink Carpet, which offered a look into Jordan’s journey as an actor.

The acclaimed show, showered in laugh-out-loud stories and poignant reflections, provide a look into the highs and lows of fame, Jordan’s journey through addiction and recovery, encounters with celebrities, and a first-person account of gay culture through the decades.

Jordan has written several solo shows, including Stories I Can’t Tell Mama, Fruit Fly, Straight Outta Chattanooga, and now, Leslie Jordan Exposed!, which Savannahians can catch this weekend.

The actor has been in the Savannah area this month filming a television series for UK channel Sky TV. Living The Dream, directed by Saul Metzstein (Doctor Who, You, Me and the Apocalypse) tells the story of an English family buying a trailer park in Kissimmee, Florida.

Jordan stars as a Southern gentleman with big crush; he’s playing a straight man for the role, which he’s joked about with his signature wit on social media.

Though his screen and stage accomplices are numerous, Jordan continues to attract numerous fans through his big heart. Throughout the years, he has been outspoken in the fight against AIDS, has served as a grand marshal on Pride parades, and inspired countless folks to be themselves, all with that unforgettable accent and warm humor.

No stranger to our town, Jordan’s shows are quick to sell, so secure your ticket and get ready for an evening of laughs and pure entertainment from one of the hardestworking folks in show biz. CS

LESLIE JORDAN EXPOSED!

Club One Saturday, June 17, doors at 7:30 p.m., show at 8 p.m. $30 general admission, $50 VIP (includes reserved table seating, access to 7 p.m. meetand-greet with Jordan which includes complimentary cocktails), via clubone-online.com Ages 18+

Patrol

JOSHUA HILL — Surrounded by “leftover” paints from his many projects, Hill began to paint canvas with the acrylics. Continuing his search for a voice for his creativity, he studied the conversations begun by Claude Monet and the Impressionist movement. Through June 30. Jewish Educational Alliance, 5111 Abercorn St. KAHLIL GIBRAN AND THE FEMININE DIVINE — Renowned for his literary masterpiece “The Prophet,” Lebanese-American artist and writer Kahlil Gibran began experimenting with the visual arts at a young age. Telfair Museums proudly boasts the largest public collection of visual art by Kahlil Gibran in the United States. Through Jan. 2, 2018. Jepson Center for the Arts, 207 West York St.

Work by Joshua Hill at at the JEA Gallery all this month.

OPENINGS & RECEPTIONS PIECED TOGETHER — This juried exhibition expands the definition of collage and features special guest juror Axelle Kieffer. June 15-July 1. Sulfur Studios, 2301 Bull St.’

CONTINUING EXHIBITS THE ART OF PUPPET PEOPLE FROM THE STUDIO OF ANGELA BEASLEY — Angela Beasley has been a professional puppeteer since 1976. She now owns Angela Beasley’s Puppet People located in Savannah, where she also serves as Director, Instructor, and Master Puppet Maker. Through July 28.

Cultural Arts Gallery, 9 W. Henry St. BIKES IN PRINT — Mike Dale presents his linocuts of bicycles. Through July 30. Foxy Loxy Cafe, 1919 Bull St. BOHEMIAN BOTANICAL — Displaying an arrangement of styles and mediums, Bohemian Botanicals showcases flora as imagined by Marilyn Sparks, Barbara Northrup, Martha Olson, Jeannine Cook, Hayley Gaberlavage, Tori Anderson, Anna Fox Ryan, and Leah Lopez. Through June 15. The Grand Bohemian Gallery, 700 Drayton St. FILM: HER + HIM — Akram Zaatari’s film “Her + Him” tells the story of Egyptian studio photographer Van Leo and a woman known only as Nadia, who entered Studio Van Leo in 1957 and asked to be photographed in the nude. The film explores the entire series of the images, which documents Nadia undressing in 12 poses, and also includes an in-depth interview with Van Leo. Through Sep. 10. Jepson Center for the Arts, 207 West York St.

FRAN THOMAS AND DONNA BOUCHILLON — Two local painters, Fran Thomas and Donna Bouchillon, exhibit their work. Through June 30. Hospice Savannah, 1352 Eisenhower Dr. GENERATION — This exhibition brings together two generations of Iraqi-Canadian women artists--mother Sawsan Al Saraf and her daughters Tamara and Sundus Abdul Hadi--offering a dialogue between their artworks as to how three members of the same family respond artistically to complex themes of representation, identity, and displacement in a contemporary global world. Through Sep. 10. Jepson Center for the Arts, 207 West York St. GESTURE STUDIES — We aren’t all bad.

Rubi McGrory explores and illustrates simple acts of kindness in the show “Gesture Studies,” at Beetnix Gallery. Inspired by signs at recent marches and protests demanding kindness and compassion, McGrory set out to find as many examples of that behavior as possible. She collects and illustrates true stories of random kindnesses from all over the world, from toads with hats to birthday parties and public transportation adventures. free Through June 29. Beetnix Superfoods & Juice Bar, 18 East Broughton St. GOD AND MODERN MAN — What is the relationship between God and modern man?

Through Oct. 15. Beach Institute, 502 E. Harris St. JIM CONE — Savannah’s Picasso hosts this exhibition featuring over 100 works, including “Tybee Nudes” and “Street People.” Through June 25. 24e, 24 E. Broughton St.

LAW AND MUSIC — Through this exhibit, the City hopes to continue Law’s legacy of education and encourage others to discover music they may not be familiar with. The exhibit features content from W. W. Law’s music, book, periodical, and photograph collections, and includes interactive activities designed to introduce children to the math and science concepts embedded in music. Through Jan. 1, 2018. Beach Institute, 502 E. Harris St. NEAL SLAVIN: GROUPS IN AMERICA — Neal Slavin is a celebrated photographer well known for his keen portraits of various groups of people in the United States and abroad. This installation comes from a portfolio of 15 photographs from 1979; the portfolio is a significant gift to Telfair’s contemporary photography collection and will be on view in its entirety for the first time.

Through July 9. Jepson Center for the Arts, 207 West York St. PROPAGANDA OF WAR — The posters, designed and realized by Wendy Melton, the Curator of Exhibits and Education, retain the style and flavor of historic referents, which are included in the exhibition. Wendy has reinforced the connection to Savannah by including exhibits featuring Ocean Steamship Company of Savannah ships sunk in both world wars by German submarines. Through Oct. 15. Ships of The Sea Museum, 41 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd.

RECONSTRUCTING THE NARRATIVE: ILLUMINATING SAVANNAH’S CIVIL RIGHTS HISTORY — Using archival and historical photographs from the Jim Crow era and the Civil Rights Movement in Savannah preserved in the W. W. Law Collection, Trice Megginson rephotographed the original, depicted locations. The historical images are then physically pinned onto the contemporary views. Through July 31. Savannah City Hall, 2 East Bay Street.

SHOCKED AND AMAZED: VINTAGE PHOTOGRAPHS — PULP Bookstore and Gallery celebrates its opening with an eye-popping exhibition of vintage circus sideshow, medical and crime and punishment photographs from the 1880s to 1960s. Over 80 original images plus a pictorial tribute to 50s pinup icon Bettie Page. Through July 8, 6 p.m. PULP Bookstore and Gallery, 412 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive.

STRANGELY FAMILIAR — Utah-based artist Mary Sinner embraces her sense of curiosity and is interested in iconic symbols that migrate through the cultural strata. Through July 31. Paris Market & Brocante, 36 West Broughton St. UNIVERSAL TRUTHS AND OTHER FINDINGS — Polystyrene reduction collides with superlative graphics to create a mixed media experience of unscientific principles and carefully studied generalizations about stuff like sandwiches, lift kits, pinky rings, airline food, comic sans, beer and other important subjects. Rubi McGrory’s exhibition will benefit Loop It Up Savannah. Through June 23.

Location Gallery, 417 Whitaker St. VISIONS OF THE MISTICAL MARSH — In this series of oil paintings, Larry Levow attempts to share some of his personal feelings about the marsh whose beauty becomes even more intense when shrouded in mist. Through July 1. Off the Wall Gallery at 45 Bistro, 123 E. Broughton St. WHEN I SAY IT OUT LOUD, IT ALL FALLS APART — Collection of abstract paintings by Ashley Paulk. He uses every type of paint he can get his hands on to create vivid, breathtaking works that are playful yet profound.

Through July 17. The Butcher Tattoo Studio, 19 East Bay St. WILLIAM WEGMAN: IMPROVED PHOTOGRAPHS — William Wegman is an internationally-renowned artist known for his photographs of his beloved Weimaraners.

The exhibition includes drawings, paintings, altered photographs, 20”x24” Polaroids, and a selection of early videos from the 1970s.

Through Aug. 13. Jepson Center for the Arts, 207 West York St. WYA: THE SHOW ABOUT THE PARTY YOU MISSED — The Jepson Café will feature a unique collaboration between local artists Will Penny and Cameron Allen that investigates ideas of constructed and mediated reality. This installation is part of Telfair Museums’ #art912 initiative, a dedicated platform to raise the visibility and promote the vitality of artists from Savannah. Through July 16. telfair.org/jepson/. Jepson Center for the Arts, 207 West York St.

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Sugo Rossa’s RENAISSANCE Cotton & Rye restaurateurs open Italian Kitchen in former Atlanta Bread Company space

BY MARIA WHITEWAY

acommonconnoisseur.com

JUN 14-20, 2017

GROWING UP in upstate New York meant that there was no shortage of Italian eateries, delis, pizzerias and bakeries.

My family included, this region is brimming with Italian influences given that so many immigrated to the area many generations ago.

When relocating to Savannah, the expectation was that Italian food would be limited to Olive Garden and pizza would be sold exclusively by chain joints whose quality matched their prices.

Over the past few years though, Savannah has shattered that speculation.

Not only have we welcomed several Neapolitan restaurants, but also, as of May 30, Savannah can add Sugo Rossa Italian Kitchen to the list of authentic Italian eateries.

Sugo Rossa, the brainchild of the restaurateurs behind Cotton & Rye, resides in the Twelve Oaks Shopping Center and occupies the former Atlanta Bread Company space.

Zach Shultz, owner of Cotton & Rye and Sugo Rossa, along with business partners Kimberly Whitestone, general manager and beverage director, and Brandon Whitestone, executive chef, decided to build an Italian restaurant with two motives.

One, they all share an infatuation with this type of cuisine and two, they “saw a need for good Italian food in Savannah.”

Shultz mentions that they acquired the former Atlanta Bread Company space right after Hurricane Matthew. After starting con28 struction in January of this year, it

took about 5 months to reinvent the space.

“From the HVAC and electrical to building a kitchen and all new flooring, I would call this a full build out.”

Now a grey color scheme, industrial lighting, compact red square mosaic tiling, and natural wood accents lend to Suga Rossa’s sophisticated yet laidback ambiance.

Sugo Rossa, “Red Sauce” in Italian, could not be a more appropriate name for an Italian Kitchen. Red sauce is truly the backbone of Italian meals. I should know, my grandma ladled spoonfuls of it over

Starters of Beef Carpaccio with spicy greens and giardiniera veg (forefront) and Meatballs with red sauce, ricotta and grilled bread (background).

Left: Kimberly Whitestone, general manager and beverage director, serves pizza to an eager family

bowls of ziti and meatballs each and every Sunday.

At Sugo Rossa, they use the highest quality tomatoes from Italy for their sauce. “It took six months to finally come up with the sauce that we thought was perfect.”

Their classic marinara, which exudes a subtly sweet, rich and zesty heartiness, is thoughtfully integrated throughout their wellcomposed menu. A swoosh of red sauce is served with a trio of indulgent meatballs, a secret recipe of blended veal, beef and pork.

They are draped with creamy ricotta cheese and served with garlicky charred bread meant for sopping up the red gravy.

Homemade spinach and ricotta ravioli comes with a smattering of red sauce that is showered with Parmesan cheese. Mussels bathed in red sauce are made aromatic with garlic, basil, roasted tomatoes, fennel, and white wine. Parmigiana of chicken, veal and eggplant are offered with a generous portion of spaghetti and red sauce or fettuccini alfredo.

Most importantly, pizzas, blistered in a wood fired oven and fueled by live oak, are smothered in red sauce. All their pizzas are a hybrid of New York style pizza, scorched in a Neapolitan wood fired oven, making the crusts crisp and airy.

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The delicate sweetness of honey mellows the fiery meat, abetting the pizza’s mindblowing flavor.

After a look at and taste of the menu, there is no doubt that Sugo Rossa lives up to its name!

In true Italian fashion, other offerings like fresh homemade focaccia bread with made-from-scratch garlic butter, lamb ragout with handmade pappardelle, whole branzino and beef carpaccio also grace the menu.

Shultz and the Whitestone’s met one another while working for James Beard award winning chef Allen Susser in Aventura, FL. “We always spoke about doing a restaurant one day together,” Shultz reminisces.

When Shultz moved back to Savannah, he invited the Whitestone’s to visit him.

Given that it was their first time in the city, they instantly fell in love with its charm.

Shortly after settling in, the Whitestone’s and Shultz opened Cotton & Rye on July 21, 2015, despite naysayers calling them foolish for opening a restaurant in that part of town.

“We had a vision and ignored many people’s comments and proceeded to build our dream. Exactly two years after opening Cotton & Rye, we are here opening Sugo Rossa and ready to put out the best food and service that we possibly can.”

On May 30, Sugo Rossa’s soft opening was bustling with the lively aura of family, friends and local patrons who were every bit satisfied with the food and service.

“The people of Savannah have been so supportive and we thank them for allowing us to do what we do.” CS

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Comedy classic The General gets a new score at Tybee Post

TYBEE POST Theater and Georgia Council for the Arts have teamed up to bring back the Post Theater’s celebrated Silent Cinema Concerts series.

This weekend, audiences will enjoy The General, starring Buster Keaton.

Widely regarded as one of the best silent film comedies in history, the 1926 film is a landmark achievement for Keaton and American cinema.

The General was adapted by William Pittenger’s memoir The Great Locomotive Chase, which chronicled a 1862 military raid in northern Georgia during the Civil War. Union Army volunteers commandeered a train and took it to Chattanooga, trashing the Western and Atlanta Railroad line from Atlanta to Chattanooga along the way.

Keaton, a train history enthusiast who co-directed, co-produced, and co-scripted the film, didn’t believe that audiences would accept Confederates as villains. He flipped the script, casting the Union soldiers as the bad guys.

In the film, audiences meet Johnnie Gray (Keaton), a Western & Atlantic Railroad engineer with two true loves: a young lady, Annabelle Lee, played by Marion Mack, and the decidedly steely General, a locomotive.

Johnnie enthusiastically enlists in the Confederate Army when war breaks out, but is denied, being too valuable at his railroad job.

Due to unfortunate misunderstandings, it’s believed that Johnnie is too cowardly to enlist; Annabelle wants her man in uniform and says she’ll no longer see Johnnie until he’s marching for the cause.

When The General is high jacked by Union soldiers and Annabelle is held captive, Johnnie must save his train and his gal, with plenty of hijinks along the way.

Though it takes place right here in our home state, The General was filmed in central Oregon on an initial budget of $400,000.

Once the cameras were rolling, rumors spread through entertainment trade papers, reporting that the budget had grown to $1 million.

According to United Artists, there were 3,000 people on payroll with the film costing $400 an hour to make, and Keaton had gone wild with pyrotechnics and explosives, building real bridges and dams.

There was plenty of off-camera action,

too: after having his foot crushed by a train wheel, a brakeman sued the production for $2,900, Keaton was knocked out at one point, and an assistant director was shot in the face with a blank cartridge.

Plus, the train’s wood fire engine was responsible for several fires, which spread to farmland and forests. Production payed $25 per burnt haystack. The film’s iconic train wreck scene required six cameras and cost $42,000 to make, making it the most expensive single shot in silent film history. The destroyed train was left in the riverbed after filming and wasn’t salvaged for 19 whole years, when it was used for scrap during World War II. For all the cost and trouble, The General was poorly received when it debuted.

Variety declared it “a flop”; Los Angeles

Times declared that it “drags terribly with a long and tiresome chase of one engine by another.”

Regardless of the reviews, Keaton was proud of his work, and over time, critics began to agree. Now, it’s considered a major classic of the silent film era, heralded as a beautiful film with long-lasting historical relevance. It was selected for preservation in the National Film Registry by the Library of Congress in 1989 along with Casablanca, Citizen Kane, Gone with the Wind, and more.

The Post Theater screening uniquely features accompaniment by a chamber ensemble of Savannah Philharmonic performers, including Leslie Johnson, Sinisa Ciric, Peter Berquist, and Robin Beauchamp.

Rodney Sauer will play the score on Tybee Post Theater’s own Steinway piano.

A national expert on silent movie scores, Sauer has a silent film ensemble of his own, the Mont Alto Motion Picture Orchestra.

He’ll play host at both screenings and hosts a talk-back program following the films.

The show kicks off with two comedic shorts, including “The Cook,” starring Keaton and Roscoe “Fatty” Arbuckle. With the laughs that these classic films elicit, the showing is sure to be anything but silent. CS

SILENT CINEMA CONCERT: THE GENERAL Tybee Post Theater Saturday, June 17, 3 p.m. and 8 p.m. $15 for adults, $7 for children

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Of course, this isn’t the first time this century that the conglomerate has tried to milk profits from the exhausted udders of its classic horror line from the 1930s and 1940s: Previously, audiences had to suffer through 2004’s Van Helsing, 2010’s The Wolfman and 2014’s Dracula Untold.

The last-named was supposed to be the opening film in this new world order, but it bombed so badly that the studio drove a stake through its publicity and opted to try again. With The Mummy, there’s no turning back — the film opens with the newly minted Dark Universe logo, and future films starring the likes of Johnny Depp (The Invisible Man) and Javier Bardem (the Frankenstein monster) have already been announced.

But given the desultory picture on view here, here’s a tentpole project that has its work cut out for it. Thankfully, the only way is up.

The titular monster in this case is Ahmanet (Sofia Boutella), an Egyptian evildoer whose pact with the god Set leads to her being buried alive. Cut to the present day, where her tomb is discovered by wacky adventurers Nick Morton (Tom Cruise) and Chris Vail (Jake Johnson) and furrowed-brow archaeologist Jenny Halsey (Annabelle Wallis).

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allow Ahmanet to awaken and escape, whereupon she plays suck-face with hapless extras and drains them of their life force (speaking of which, at this point the movie briefly turns into Tobe Hooper’s ‘80s cult oddity Lifeforce, best remembered as that film starring Patrick Stewart and a beautiful space vampire who wanders around London butt-nekkid).

It’s up to Nick to save the day, although he’s clearly overworked: He’s been picked

by Ahmanet to serve as her Chosen One, and he’s forced to play Hyde-and-seek with an increasingly irate Jekyll.

Universal already mined the Mummy terrain with 1999’s The Mummy, the hugely successful Brendan Fraser flick that resulted in several sequels of diminishing returns. That daft film swiped more pages from Indiana Jones than Boris Karloff, but at least it was reasonably entertaining.

The same can’t be said of this new version, which is so scattershot that it never retains any forward momentum from one scene to the next. The comic relief, with a plot device lifted directly from An American Werewolf in London, is downright painful, and since the shuffling zombies look like they were imported from the music video for Michael Jackson’s “Thriller,” it’s clear that here’s a monster movie that will be providing nothing in the way of thrills or chills. The CGI technicians are, as expected, kept busy busy busy, but the effects remain impersonal and ineffectual.

Through movies both good and bad, Cruise has always made his presence and star power known, but that’s shockingly not the case here. For the first time, the actor is entirely colorless and disposable – aside from a paycheck so loaded with zeroes that it was probably heavy to lift, there’s no reason for him to be here.

Nick Morton is more a token hero than an actual character, so bereft of personality that we really don’t care when horrible things happen to his character. And following last year’s lamentable Jack Reacher sequel, it also shows that Cruise might finally be fully succumbing to his ego — he’s no longer playing mere mortals but instead supermen and gods revered by all.

Along with Cruise, nobody else makes much of an impression – that includes Crowe, who can sometimes be the best thing in a bad movie (e.g. Man of Steel).

In fact, it’s Crowe’s character – make that characters – that should prove particularly vexing to anyone who claims to care at all about what Universal is doing to its beloved legacy.

Jekyll’s role in this picture is ridiculous — he’s an eccentric doctor who wants to locate, isolate and destroy the evil in the world — and further thoughts that the studio would provide him with a Hyde origin story in his own movie down the road are immediately dispelled when the filmmakers impatiently cram in a couple of transformation scenes.

For the record, Hyde isn’t the frightening madman, the terrible creature, the tortured id audiences know and love and fear.

Instead, Hyde is basically Russell Crowe in a bronze tanning spray, carrying on like an irascible drunk uncle who’s had too much spiked punch during the family Christmas party.

Then again, a perpetual state of inebriation might be the only way to get through something as grueling and ghastly as The Mummy.

MY COUSIN RACHEL

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revered by film fans and scholars — specifically, Alfred Hitchcock’s Rebecca and The Birds and Nicolas Roeg’s Don’t Look Now — the 1952 drama My Cousin Rachel has fallen by the wayside.

Today, it’s mainly remembered for nabbing Richard Burton a ridiculous Oscar nomination for Best Supporting Actor – ridiculous not because he’s bad in the film, but ridiculous because he’s the lead actor and appears in almost every scene in the picture.

The new cinematic take of the tale, also named My Cousin Rachel, finds Sam Claflin (Finnick in The Hunger Games franchise) cast in the Burton role — he’s Philip, a young Englishman who convinces himself that his beloved uncle and protector Ambrose, who succumbed to dementia and soon died of a brain tumor, was actually murdered by Ambrose’s new wife.

That would be Philip’s cousin Rachel (Rachel Weisz), and the young heir plans to confront her when she arrives at his Cornwall estate for a visit. Instead, he immediately succumbs to her charms and proceeds to act in increasingly immature and irresponsible ways.

On balance, both screen versions of My Cousin Rachel are of comparable quality.

The 1952 version provides better ambience as well as a revelatory performance

by Burton in his first American-made film.

(Claflin isn’t bad, but let’s just say no one will be worrying whether to place him in the lead or supporting category come Oscar time.)

Where this new version improves upon its predecessor is in the character of Rachel: She’s far more developed here, and Weisz gives a nicely shaded performance that eclipses the one given by Olivia de Havilland back in ’52. The central mystery of whether Rachel is evil or innocent reverberates throughout both adaptations, but there’s no question that Weisz delivers yet another master class in acting.

MEGAN LEAVEY

OOO A documentary filmmaker best known for the absorbing SeaWorld expose Blackfish, Gabriela Cowperthwaite makes her dramatization debut with Megan Leavey, an occasionally harrowing and always touching look at the bond that developed between a Marine and her combat dog.

Working from a script credited to three writers (including Bridesmaids’ Oscarnominated scribe Annie Mumolo), Cowperthwaite opts to bypass the macho swaggering favored by the likes of Clint Eastwood and Peter Berg in their modernwarfare flicks to fashion a more emotionally involving tale — this one examining how a young fuckup named Megan Leavey (Kate Mara) only finds purpose and direction in her life after she joins the Marines and takes part in a program wherein

soldiers work alongside dogs trained to sniff out explosive devices.

Megan is assigned to handle a temperamental German shepherd named Rex, and they end up partaking in two deployments in Iraq during the 2000s.

The Iraqi scenes are intense, but equally compelling are the stateside sequences that find Megan fighting to gain custody of Rex, even going so far as to enlist the aid of Democratic Senator Chuck Schumer.

Like other conscientious movies dealing with wartime, Megan Leavey understands that many of the most important fights continue to be waged long after the actual battlefields have been vacated.

WONDER WOMAN

OOO Wonder Woman is the right movie at the right time—and for all the right reasons.

Following the underwhelming trio of Suicide Squad, Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice and especially Man of Steel, it’s the first movie in the DC Expanded Universe worthy of its guaranteed box office riches.

Following the desultory likes of Catwoman, Elektra and (going waaaay back) Supergirl, it’s the first decent superhero film centered on a female protagonist. Following a rash of genre flicks that mistake nihilism for gravitas, it’s one of the few to unequivocally maintain that there’s still a place for uncompromised champions in our world.

Following…well, nothing, actually…it’s the first major superhero film directed by a woman (unless one wants to make the argument that Punisher: War Zone, helmed

by Lexi Alexander, was “major”).

And following a seven-month (and counting) period which could be tagged Orange Is the New Bleak—during which a misogynistic Cretin-In-Chief and his army of racists, rapists, rednecks and reprobates continue to ratchet up the war on women—it proudly showcases a remarkable Gal who doesn’t suffer foolish men gladly. Just try grabbing her by the *ahem* and she’ll break your arm in three different places.

In the grand scheme of all things cinematically superheroic, Wonder Woman takes its cue from the greatest of all such films. Like 1978’s Superman, this new movie views its central figure as someone to admire without reservation. In true origin-story fashion, it begins with Diana still a little girl on Themyscira, the island home of the Amazonians.

Diana basically has two mommies: her actual mother, Queen Hippolyta (Connie Nielsen), and her aunt Antiope (Robin Wright), who trains her to become a fierce warrior princess. It’s after Diana has become an adult (played by Gal Gadot) that she receives her first glimpse of the outside world.

That’s due to the sudden appearance of

Steve Trevor (Chris Pine), an American pilot whose plane goes down in the surrounding waters. Rescued by Diana, he explains of the global conflict—World War I—that’s devastating the rest of the planet and how he himself was working undercover in order to infiltrate a German factory where a new strain of deadly gas was being manufactured.

Believing that Ares, the God of War as well as the Amazonians’ Public Enemy #1, is behind this terrible conflict, Diana agrees to accompany Steve back to civilization in order to personally slay Ares and thus stop the war.

What follows are some of the most involving sequences seen in a superhero saga in many a multiplex moon. As perfectly embodied by Gadot, Princess Diana (tagged Diana Prince by Steve in an attempt to make her not stand out so much; good luck with that!) is compassionate and curious – a winning combination in any person.

Her “Crocodile” Dundee-like introduction to bustling London life leads to some amusing interludes (a baby! ice cream! revolving doors!), and Pine expertly plays off her delight at new discoveries by having Steve respond with a disarming mix of amusement and admiration.

Directed by Patty Jenkins (who previously guided Charlize Theron to a Best Actress Oscar for 2003’s Monster) from a screenplay by Allan Heinberg, Wonder Woman is more straightforward in its narrative spinning than most superhero flicks of late, with (aside from the bookend scenes) none of the cross-pollination that has lately been turning these films into the big-screen equivalents of DallasKnots Landing or Buffy the Vampire Slayer-Angel.

In many ways, though, this streamlining places more urgency on the matters at hand, in effect charging them with greater emotional weight. The “No Man’s Land” sequence is superb not only in its staging as an action set-piece but also in its sociopolitical ramifications, as a visibly distraught Diana wages a battle for the displaced refugees that everyone else is either unable or unwilling to help.

If there’s a crucial flaw in Wonder Woman, it’s one that plagues the vast majority of these superhero yarns. After approximately two hours of smoothly mixing action and exposition, the end buckles under the weight of CGI overkill. Here’s another battle royale that wears out its welcome, and trimming it by even five minutes would have been appreciated.

Still, that’s about the only complaint that can be lobbed at Wonder Woman, an exciting and empowering film that stops the current trend of only DC’s competition producing marvelous entertainment.

BAYWATCH

OO´ The big-screen version of the imbecilic TV series that ruled ‘90s television, Baywatch is pretty much indefensible. Nevertheless, like My Cousin Vinny bucking the odds in the courtroom, allow me to defend at least parts of it. Those would be the parts involving a charismatic leading man and no small measure of knowing laughs.

A movie based on a show about brainbaked lifeguards isn’t going to stir memories of, say, A Man for All Seasons or The King’s Speech or even Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2, but within its own parameters, Baywatch knows the territory.

The plot is flimsy but enough to get the movie from point A to point B (if not much beyond): Stalwart lifeguards defend their stretch of the beach against criminals hoping to seize it for their own nefarious purposes. On second thought, flimsy might be too strong a word.

The MVP is, of course, the impossibly appealing Dwayne Johnson, cast as head lifeguard Mitch. The film has fun playing off the actor’s image as everyone’s best – and best-built – buddy, and he’s equally ingratiating whether receiving or (more often) delivering the cutting zingers.

Mitch’s favorite target is a narcissistic Olympian named Matt Brody, and Zac Efron surely deserves some sort of Good Sport award for allowing himself to be the movie’s version of Lou Costello.

That Baywatch was written entirely by men can be deduced by simple math. There are four beautiful women in the primary cast (Alexandra Daddario, Kelly Rohrbach and Ilfenesh Hadera as lifeguards and Priyanka Chopra as the villain) but only two beautiful men (Johnson and Efron). The inequality is partly because the other male lifeguard is the audience surrogate, a shlub who looks like Josh-Gad-with-training-wheels.

The character of Ronnie (played by Jon Bass) is there for the same reason that Ron Jeremy has prevailed in porn, so that ordinary, uncool guys can excitedly point and breathlessly intone, “If he can make it with the ladies, then, by God, so can I!” This Josh Gad Jr. isn’t particularly funny or endearing, but he of course gets the girl (well, one of the girls) — this bit of wish fulfillment should add an extra five or so million to the domestic box office.

Speaking of the male writers, it took three separate teams of two guys – six total writers! – to produce this script. It was probably worth the piling-on, considering one team was previously responsible for Norbit, one for Freddy vs. Jason, and one for those inane Night at the Museum flicks. Perhaps these gents were able to weed out much of each other’s rancid material, allowing several amusing bits to float to the top. CS

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DRINKING LIBERALLY Every first and third Thursdays, 7:00 p.m.

A gathering of Liberals for an informal discussion of politics, the economy, sports, entertainment, and the world around us. Free to attend. Food and beverages available for purchase. third Thursday of every month. (912) 341-7427. livingliberally. org/drinking/chapters/GA/savannah.

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GREEN PARTY OF CHATHAM COUNTY People, Planet and Peace over Profit!

Meets Saturdays and the first Tuesday of every month. Join the Facebook group, @ ChathamGreens, to find out about upcoming local events. ongoing. No physical address given, none.

ONE OF THE GUYS Guys, have you found yourself in a social rut, or just have a need for the art of conversation? Make a change in 2016.

The past decade a diverse group of guys have been getting together about every two weeks to share dinner and opinions on just about any topic. No membership requirements or dues. Just an open mind and willingness to expand your friendship base. For more information visit us on Facebook at Savannah Men’s Club, or 34 if you prefer, email details/questions to

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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

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

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CALL FOR JESUS-YESHUA PRODUCTION CLUB AND VIDEO CREW Contact Brenda Lee at 912-236-3156 or at revbrendalee@yahoo.com for more information. ongoing. Online only, none.

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 WORLD WAR I ITEMS FOR CITY EXHIBIT The City of Savannah Research Library & Municipal Archives is currently planning a World War I Centennial exhibit for 2018 to honor Savannahians’ role in the war.

The City would like to include items from local residents and families to further personalize the exhibit. Residents are asked to share World War I related artifacts or documents with the City to help create the exhibit. To lend an item to the exhibit or to learn more about the exhibit, please contact Luciana Spracher, City of Savannah Library & Archives Director, at Lspracher@ savannahga.gov or (912) 651-6411. ongoing. Savannah City Hall, 2 East Bay Street.

RELIGIOUS ETHNIC ARTISTS NEEDED Religious ethnic (JESUS-YESHUA) artists and musicals needed for upcoming season.

A classical accompanist and conductor for sacred music and gospel singers needed.

Contact Reverend Brenda Lee (912) 2363154; email: revbrendalee@yahoo.com ongoing. No physical address given, none.

TELL US YOUR GHOST STORY? Organization seeks to document your first hand experiences with psychical phenomenon for analysis and potential investigation. Our investigators have reputable credentials and long time investigation training and connections with the top minds and researchers in parapsychology field research and other areas. We are especially interested in Chatham and neighboring counties with special emphasis on Savannah itself and the Historic District. Interviewees should be comfortable with video documentation of themselves and events w/privacy level negotiated beforehand. ongoing. amchclub@yahoo.com. Downtown Savannah, downtown.

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COCKTAILS FOR PLANNED PARENTHOOD Come raise a glass for Planned Parenthood in Savannah! On Wednesday, June 14, Lulu’s Chocolate Bar is hosting a cocktail mixer from 6-8 pm, with a portion of the proceeds from their signature Passion Punch going to support the work of Planned Parenthood Southeast. Wed., June 14, 6 p.m. luluschocolatebar.com. Lulu’s Chocolate Bar, 42 MLK, Jr. Blvd.

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

$8 COMMUNITY GENTLE POWER YOGA This class is designed to move and stretch your body at a slower pace. If you are looking for a class without any jumping or fancy arm balances, this is the class for you. We do not heat the room during this practice. Mondays, 4 p.m. savannahpoweryoga.com. Savannah Power Yoga, 7360 Skidaway Road Unit J-3. $8 COMMUNITY POWER MAX If you are looking for a practice that will challenge you physically and mentally, this is the class for you. These 75-90 minutes classes will stretch and strengthen your body, and cultivate balance. You will be wrung out and then juiced back up, ready to face any challenge that comes your way. This class is heated to 90 degrees.

Tuesdays, 10 a.m. savannahpoweryoga. com. savannahpoweryoga.com. Savannah Power Yoga, 7360 Skidaway Road Unit J-3. $8 COMMUNITY POWER YOGA In just one hour you will stretch your muscles, build strength, find your balance, open your hips, get upside down and enjoy some stillness. You will leave feeling refreshed and invigorated. This class is suitable for all levels - from raw beginners to experienced yogis. This class is heated to 90 degrees. Thursdays, 7:15 p.m., Fridays, 6 a.m., Saturdays, 7:30 a.m. and Wednesdays, noon. savannahpoweryoga. com. savannahpoweryoga.com. Savannah Power Yoga, 7360 Skidaway Road Unit J-3.

ADULT CAKE DECORATING CLASSES: FONDANT 101 In this class participants will learn to make fondant from scratch, properly cover a 6” cake, and decorate it with a fondant ribbon and bow. This class is geared towards people who’d like to learn the basics of Fondant. Participants must complete Fondant #101 before advancing to #102.

Materials and refreshments provided. This Class is held monthly (Every 3rd Sat.). $50.00 Sat., June 17, 5-7 p.m. 912-8263976. rinconsweets@gmail.com. eventbrite. com/o/the-cake-mix-academy-8551975696.

The Cake Mix Academy, 5936 Georgia 21.

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.

BASIC SELF DEFENSE Essential self-defense for adults. $30/ month Tuesdays, Thursdays, 6 p.m. fit912savannah.com. fit912savannah.com.

Fit912 Savannah, 428 Bull Street.

BEADING CLASSSES AT EPIPHANY BEAD & JEWELRY STUDIO Learn jewelry-making techniques from beginner to advanced. Call for class times.

912-677-3983. epiphany.indiemade.com.

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.

BOATING SAFETY CLASS The Georgia DNR along with the Chatham County Marine Patrol will be conducting a Boating Safety Course on the third Saturday every month at the Savannah Mall Conference Room (lower level by Burlington Coat Factory). This course is free to the public. This is a Georgia DNR approved class that is required for anyone that was born after January 1, 1998 if they want to operate any power vessel or personnel watercraft on Georgia waterways. To sign-up for this class go to www.gooutdoorsgeorgia.com or call the Georgia DNR @912-264-7237. Class size is limited to 30 participants. Free Sat., June 17, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. 912-264-7237. www. gooutdoorsgeorgia.com. Chatham County Marine Patrol, 71 Ross Road.

BRIDGE LESSONS Competitive Bidding (BB2), Saturday, February 4 at 10AM. Defensive Signals (BB5), Monday February 6. They are 4 week classes. Intermediate and advanced workshops continue on Fridays at 10AM. Savannah Duplicate Bridge Center, 8511 Ferguson Ave, Sandfly. Also, games are held in the afternoon and/or evening almost every day. There is something for players at all levels. Check our website for fees and schedules of games and other classes. ongoing. 912-228-4838. bridgewebs.com/ savannahclubs. Savannah Duplicate Bridge Center, 8511 Ferguson Ave. 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, ---.

DAWN’S DAUGHTER LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Dawn Baker will sponsor this premier leadership experience, designed to empower high school sophomore and junior young ladies to explore their leadership potential, build character, and strengthen their personal confidence by identifying and prioritizing their own value and belief systems. The academy is free and open to current 9th and 10th grade young ladies in public and private schools in Chatham, Bryan and Liberty counties. Application deadline is April 12, 2017. Through June 16.

912-232-6048. Savannah Arts Academy, 500 Washington Ave. DIVAS & PUMPS: ADULT HEELS DANCE CLASS Divas & Pumps is a dance class teaching walks, struts, freestyles, and choreography to hits by our favorite Divas. Come get your life every Wednesday at 7:30. $15 Wednesdays, 7:30 p.m. 323-5391760. DANCEHOWIWANTTO@GMAIL. COM. DANCEHOWIWANTTO.COM. salondebaileballroomdancestudio.com/.

Salón de Baile Dance & Fitness Studio, 7068 Hodgson Memorial Dr. 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.

ESSENTIAL SELF DEFENSE Develop situational awareness and learn vital self defense and crime survival techniques. No experience needed.

Appropriate for all adults. 30.00 Thu., June 15, 6-7 p.m. 912-236-9013. dan@ fit912savannah.com. fit912savannah.com/. fit912savannah.com. Fit912 Savannah, 428 Bull Street.

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.

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. 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.

LIFE CHALLENGE COACHING In an environment of patience, nonjudgement and compassion, we will explore the source of your challenge, the beliefs that hold your challenge in place, and discover & enact healthy and healing life changes. For appointment, contact Cindy Un Shin Beach at revfugon@gmail.com, or Text (only) to 912-429-7265. ongoing. Online only, none.

LINKEDIN FOR BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT LinkedIn: Your Secret Weapon to Finding Leads and Generating New Business.

Learn how to create a B2B social media strategy for lead generation and business development, the benefits of using ProFinder for new business leads, profile optimization tips to rank higher in search results, and how to create compelling content. Space is limited to 15 participants per workshop. $49 Early Bird until June 9; $69 after June 9 Thu., June 15, 1-4 p.m.

732-963-4551. info@elkayadvisors.com. bit. ly/ElkayJuneSMWorkshops. bullstreetlabs. com. Bull Street Labs, 2222 Bull St. LIVE OAK PUBLIC LIBRARIES SUMMER READING PROGRAM Live Oak Public Libraries presents “Build a Better World” Summer Reading Program June 1 – July 31. SRP offers engaging activities and programs for children ages 0 – 18 at libraries throughout Chatham, Effingham and Liberty Counties.

Participants can earn exciting reading rewards and entries for the Grand Prize drawing. Visit your library or www.liveoakpl. org/srp2017/ for details. Free and open to the public. Through July 31, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. liveoakpl.org/srp2017/. liveoakpl.org. Live Oak Public Libraries, 2002 Bull Street.

MUSIC LESSONS--MULTIPLE INSTRUMENTS AND STYLES Savannah Musicians’ Institute offers private instruction for all ages and experience levels for Guitar (electric, acoustic, bass, classical, jazz), Piano, Flute, Banjo, Mandolin, Ukulele, Clarinet, Saxophone, and Voice as well as Music Theory/ Composition/ Ear Training.

We teach public, private and home school students as well as adults at all experience levels. Located at 15 East Montgomery Crossroads in Office #205 near White Bluff Road, Savannah, GA. ongoing. 912388-1806. 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.

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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 Photography Workshops: Beginner to Advanced level. 4-hour sessions. $250 per student. See website for complete list. 410251-4421. chris@chrismorrisphotography. com. chrismorrisphotography.com/learn.

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.

POLE FITNESS CLASSES Pole dancing is a beautiful artform, and a combination of dance, flexibility and gymnastics. Pole dancing has quickly become one of the most popular forms of fun and exercise for women. It can help you lose weight, gain beautiful muscle tone, make you stronger than ever and build confidence like no other form of exercise can. Join us on Tuesday nights and get fitter and stronger than you’ve ever been, with this amazing full body workout. Schedule TBA $20 Every other Tuesday, 7-9 p.m. 912-9881052. Mediterranean Tavern, 125 Foxfield Way. POWER FIT DEFENSE Have fun! Get fit! Develop lightning speed and explosive power. Slash your reaction time through modern “responsive” training techniques that challenge your mind, as well as your body. Recommended for active adults. No experience needed. Wear loose clothing and workout shoes. 30.00 Thu., June 15, 7-8 p.m. and Tue., June 20, 7-8 p.m.

912-236-9013. dan@fit912savannah.com. fit912savannah.com/. fit912savannah.com.

Fit912 Savannah, 428 Bull Street.

POWER FIT YOUTH This fun, active class for boys and girls, ages 10-14, combines traditional Taekwon-Do techniques with modern responsive training methods to develop both body and mind.

Build speed, power, and coordination.

Develop self-confidence and practice appropriate responses to deal with bullying and harassment. 20.00 Tue., June 20, 6-7 p.m. 912-346-9013. dan@fit912savannah. com. fit912savannah.com/. fit912savannah. com. Fit912 Savannah, 428 Bull Street.

POWER SELF DEFENSE Get fit and develop powerful selfdefense skills. For active adults. $30/ month Tuesdays, Thursdays, 7 p.m. fit912savannah.com. fit912savannah.com.

Fit912 Savannah, 428 Bull Street.

R&B SOUL ADULT LINE DANCING The R&B Soul line dance group Savannah Show Stoppers are conducting line dance classes every Monday night at the West Broad St. YMCA and every Tuesday nights at the John Delaware Center. Both classes starts at 6:30. Lamont Hunter, the founder of the Savannah Show Stoppers, is the Instructor. Donations Mondays, 6:30-8 p.m.

36 and Tuesdays, 6:30-8 p.m. 912-220-7712.

hlamont70@yahoo.com. YMCA-West Broad St, 1110 May St. REIKI TREATMENT Reiki relaxes & rejuvenates; promotes emotional & physical healing; reduces neuromuscular & arthritic pain. E-mail request for appointment/ Fee base at revfugon@gmail.com, or Text (only) 912429-7265 ongoing. Online only, none.

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.

SAMBA SAVANNAH DRUMMING WORKSHOP Learn Afro-Brazilian rhythms with drumming instructor Andrew Hartzell. All ages. $10 Sundays, 2:30 p.m. starlandiasupply.com.

Starlandia Creative Supply, 2438 Bull Street.

SASS & SWAG ADULT HIP HOP Sass & Swag is a high energy, adult hip hop dance class. Learn hip hop grooves you can take to any party or club, and learn a choreographed routine to today’s hottest hits. Mondays at 7:30 pm. $15 Mondays, 7:30 p.m. 323-5391760. DANCEHOWIWANTTO@GMAIL. COM. DANCEHOWIWANTTO.COM. salondebaileballroomdancestudio.com/.

Salón de Baile Dance & Fitness Studio, 7068 Hodgson Memorial Dr. SEWING CLASSES Learn the basics in sewing fabrics and patterns. Bring your own sewing machine or use one of Moyes’ machines. Make PJ pants with leg borders and an elastic waist. Must sign up by June 12. $30, includes materials Wed., June 14, 1:30 p.m. 912-354-0000.

Moyes Sewing Center, 5 W. DeRenne Ave. SURVIVOR CAMP Survivor Camp is a 4 day camp hosted

by RCC designed to provide support to girls ages 8-17 who are survivors of child molestation or sexual abuse. Topics to be addressed include self-esteem, coping skills, health and wellness. Camp activities will include arts and crafts, games, poetry, and presentations from guest speakers. No cost to participate June 19-22, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. 912233-3000. counselor@rccsav.org. Savannah Botanical Gardens, 1388 Eisenhower Drive.

YOUTH AND TEEN AERIAL SILK CLASSES Ages 8-14. Learn to dance and work with Aerial Silks while suspended in the air.

Increase flexibility and strength! Weekly classes held every Friday. Limited space available, reserve your spot and register online today. 20 Fri., June 16, 4:30-5:30 p.m.

954.682.5694. elyse.thestudio@yahoo. com. thestudiosav.net/aerial-silk-arts. html. thestudiosav.net. The STUDIO, 2805-b Roger Lacey Dr. Youth Class ages 8+. Teen Class ages 11+. Learn to dance and work

with Aerial Silks and Hoop while suspended in the air. Weekly classes held on Fridays through the month of September only. Very limited space available, reserve your spot and register online today. $20/class $75/ September package ongoing. 954.682.5694. elyse.thestudio@yahoo.com. thestudiosav. net. thestudiosav.net/. The STUDIO, 2805-B Lacy Ave. YOUTH SUMMER CAMP Youth ages 8-12 will learn about Chinese culture and language through games, art projects and more. $200 Mondays-Fridays, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. savstate.edu/. Savannah State University, 3219 College St. ZONA ROSA WRITING WORKSHOP Become the writer you were meant to be: Join Zona Rosa, the internationally acclaimed, monthly Savannah-based writing workshops founded and led by awardwinning author Rosemary Daniell. Over 180 Zona Rosans have become published authors. For information, contact Rosemary at info@myzonarosa.com. Also ask about the week-long, intensive Sixteenth Annual Zona Rosa Writing and Living Retreat,Tybee Island, July 22-29, 2017. ongoing. No physical address given, none.

CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS

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

AVEGOST LARP Live action role playing group that exists in a medieval fantasy realm. generallly meets the second weekend of the month. Free for your first event or if you’re a non-player character. $35 fee for returning characters. ongoing. godzillaunknown@gmail.com. avegost.com.

BALLROOM DANCING USA Dance, Savannah Chapter 6069--Ballroom dancing at the Frank G. Murray Community Center on Whitemarsh Island. Dance starts at 7 pm with a lesson in waltz taught by Ken Howard of A&I Butterfly Ballroom, followed by two hours of ballroom dancing. Cost is $10 for USA Dance members; $15 for non-members; and $25 per couple. We encourage people to bring light refreshments to share. No alcohol permitted. Everyone welcome. For questions, please contact 912-547-9705.

Sat., June 17, 7-10 p.m. Frank G. Murray Community Center, 160 Whitemarsh Island Rd. 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. 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.

HOSTESS CITY TOASTMASTERS CLUB 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, 6:15-7:15 p.m. hostesscity.toastmastersclubs.org. bullstreetlabs.com. Bull Street Labs, 2222 Bull St. 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

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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. Savannah Tree Foundation, 3025 Bull Street.

R/C CAR CLUB RACE The SCORE R/C club will be having a competitive race at Phil Hurd Raceway inside of Lake Mayer Park. Typical classes are 1/10th and 1/8th scale off-road cars, buggies, and trucks. Practice starts at 9AM and the driver meeting begins at 11:45AM. The public is welcome to come watch.

This event is pending weather, please see www.PhilHurdRC.com for schedule updates. $15 for the first class and $5 for each additional (Less if you’re a club member). Sat., June 17, 11:45 a.m.-5 p.m.

SCOREatPhilHurdRaceway@gmail.com.

PhilHurdRC.com. Phil Hurd Raceway, Lake Mayer Rd. 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 AUTHORS WORKSHOP If you’re a writer, and you’re serious about it, Savannah Authors Workshop is looking for you and has space for a few new members. We meet on the first and third Wednesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at 630 East Victory Drive. We have members of all standards, from multiple-published to never-tried. Have a look at our website www. savannahauthorsworkshop.com and call Christopher Scott, President, 912-272-6309. ongoing. No physical address given, none.

THE SAVANNAH CHINESE CORNER The Savannah Chinese Corner welcomes anyone interested in Mandarin language or Chinese culture. Meets every Saturday morning from 10 am to noon. Check the Facebook group to see meeting location. ongoing. facebook.com/groups/ SavannahChineseCorner. Downtown Savannah, downtown.

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 CLUB This is a new club for the board game “go” (igo, weiqi, baduk). For places and times,

USA Dance Chapter #6069 Savannah, Ga. will be holding their monthly chapter dance featuring Ken Howard teaching a Waltz lesson from 7:00 pm until 8:00 pm. Chapter Play List will be providing dance music until 10:00 pm. Admission is $10.00 for Members & Students $15.00 for Guests and $25.00 for Guest couples.

Additional information can be found on our web site http://usadancesavannah. com $10.00- $25.00 Sat., June 17, 7-10 p.m. 425-971-1173. jonegreen@hotmail. com. usadancesavannah.com/. USA Dance Chapter #6969, 160 Whitemarsh Road.

VIETNAM VETERANS OF AMERICA CHAPTER 671 Meets second Monday of each month, 7pm, at the American Legion Post 135, 1108 Bull St. ongoing. 912-429-0940. rws521@msn. com. vvasav.com.

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

CONCERTS

The Beer Yogis at Service Brewing

The Beer Yogis gather at Service Brewing in Savannah, Georgia, for a 90 minute all-levels vinyasa flow led by Melissa and Mikki. Post practice, we’ll enjoy pints of fresh Service Brewing beers and the company of fellow Beer Yogis. $25 IN ADVANCE / $30 AT THE DOOR JUNE 15, 6-7:30 P.M.. 503-508-7185.

THEBEERYOGIS@GMAIL.COM. SERVICE BREWING COMPANY, 574 INDIAN STREET. please call John at 734-355-2005. ongoing.

Downtown Savannah, downtown.

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.

Carey Hilliard’s (Southside), 11111 Abercorn St. SAVANNAH NEWCOMERS CLUB Open to women who have lived in the Savannah area for less than two years.

Membership includes monthly luncheon and program. Activities, tours and events help you learn about Savannah and make new friends. Ongoing sign-up. savannahnewcomers.com. ongoing.

SAVANNAH PARROT HEAD CLUB Beach, Buffet and no dress code. Check website for events calendar or send an email for Parrot Head gatherings. ongoing. savannahphc@yahoo.com. savannahphc. com.

SAVANNAH 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.

SCAD DAILY TOURS SCAD offers tours in Savannah, Atlanta and Hong Kong for prospective students and their families. Tours are available daily, excluding Sundays, in Savannah, Atlanta, and Hong Kong. Tours allow prospective students an opportunity to view classrooms and administrative buildings, galleries, residence halls and dining facilities and see where our students live, learn and prepare for professional careers. Free MondaysSaturdays. scad.edu/admission/visit-scad/ daily-tours. scad.edu/. Savannah College of Art and Design, PO Box 2072.

USA DANCE CHAPTER

THE LOVE AND SOUL EXPERIENCE Kimberly Gunn Music Presents The Love and Soul Experience every third Friday of the month beginning May 17th. There will be music, poetry, comedy, creative arts, and networking. Kimberly Gunn Music and friends will provide musical entertainment.

An event for ages 18 and up. $10 Admission $12 VIP third Friday of every month, 7:30 p.m. (912) 224-6084 or (912) 224-4461. kimberlygunn.com. The Eden Room, 1105 Stiles Avenue.

SAVANNAH LIVE Savannah Live is a high-energy 2 hour variety show that features everything from pop to Broadway and Motown to rock n’ roll, featuring a rockin’ live band and eight singers. $37 Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays, 8 p.m. savannahtheatre.com. The Historic Savannah Theatre, 222 Bull St. SILENT CINEMA CONCERTS SERIES: THE GENERAL The Tybee Post Theater brings back its acclaimed Silent Cinema Concerts series with a screening of Buster Keaton’s “The General,” widely considered one of the best silent film comedies, accompanied by a chamber ensemble of the Savannah Philharmonic and Rodney Sauer on the Steinway grand performing the original score. $15 Sat., June 17, 3 & 8 p.m. 912472-4790. info@tybeeposttheater.org. tybeeposttheater.showare.com/. The Tybee Post Theater, 10 Van Horne Ave.

CONFERENCES

CENTER FOR A SUSTAINABLE COAST CONFERENCE The Center for a Sustainable Coast will host their 20th-anniversary conference to celebrate their continued efforts in protecting Georgia’s coast. The program will include a retrospective of Georgia’s coastal issues and a discussion about the profound challenges that lie ahead. $20, includes buffet dinner Sat., June 17, 5 p.m.

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desotohilton.com/. Desoto Hilton, 15 E. Liberty St.

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THE CENTER FOR A SUSTAINABLE COAST’S 20TH ANNIVERSARY GALA The Center for a Sustainable Coast will be hosting a 20th Anniversary Gala on Saturday, June 17, 2017. This event will feature Geoffrey Heal, a professor at Columbia University, as the keynote speaker presenting “How Neglecting Nature Threatens our Prosperity.” The Center for a Sustainable Coast encourages guests to RSVP in advance by phone at 912506-5088 or email at susdev@gate.net.

General admissions tickets are $20, and include a buffet dinner. $20 Sat., June 17, 5-9 p.m. 912-506-5088. susdev@gate.net. desotohilton.com/. Desoto Hilton, 15 E. Liberty St. 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. DEATH CAFE Death Cafe is an opportunity to tell stories and hold conversation about the end of life, and about living fully recognizing our finite lives. Hosted by Mixed Greens of Forsyth Farmers’ Market. Thu., June 15, 7 p.m. deathcafe.com. savannahcoffeedeli.com. coffee deli, 4517 Habersham St. DRINKS AFTER WORK This group is for people that enjoy getting out mid-week, being social after work, and want to discover new places in the downtown Savannah area. Come have a cocktail, make new friends, and get over the hump. The group will meet on Wednesdays at various establishments throughout Downtown Savannah and nearby area. http://www.meetup.com/Drinksafter-work/ https://www.facebook.com/ groups/960991837322187/ Wednesdays, 7 p.m. drinksafterworksavannah@gmail. com. meetup.com/Drinks-after-work/ events/227656080/. distillerysavannah. com. The Distillery, 416 W. Liberty St. THE EXCHANGE CLUB OF SAVANNAH In a rut? The Exchange Club of Savannah welcomes men and women like you to support, serve and encourage the best teachers, students, firefighters, crime fighters, leaders and organizations in our community. Check us out at savannahexchange.org or find us on Facebook. Mondays, noon. 912-441-6559. ddewitt30@yahoo.com. Savannahexchange. org. Exchange Club of Savannah, 4801 Meding Street.

GUIDED TOURS OF THE LUCAS THEATRE FOR THE ARTS Learn the history of the historic Lucas Theatre on a 20-30 minute tour. Restoration, 38 architecture, history of the theatre and of

Adult Cake Decorating Classes: Fondant 101

In this class participants will learn to make fondant from scratch, properly cover a 6” cake, and decorate it with a fondant ribbon and bow. This class is geared towards people who’d like to learn the basics of Fondant.

Participants must complete Fondant #101 before advancing to #102. Materials and refreshments provided.

This Class is held monthly (Every 3rd Sat.). $50.00 SAT., JUNE 17, 5-7 P.M. 912-826-3976. RINCONSWEETS@GMAIL.COM. EVENTBRITE.COM/O/THECAKE-MIX-ACADEMY-8551975696. THE CAKE MIX ACADEMY, 5936 GEORGIA 21.

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. HISTORICAL MARKER DEDICATION: FIRST AFRICAN BAPTIST CHURCH First African Baptist Church (FABC) traces its roots to 1773 and the organization of a congregation at nearby Brampton Plantation by Rev. George Leile. Free and Open to the Public Wed., June 14, 4 p.m.

912.651.2125. PMeagher@georgiahistory. com. georgiahistory.com/events/historicalmarker-dedication-first-african-baptistchurch/. First African Baptist Church, 23 Montgomery St. MONTHLY MEMBERSHIP DINNER AND MEETING Membership meeting with dinner and speaker. Navy League supports our Sea Services and their families. You do not have to have been in any of the military services to join. For further information contact Jeff Zureick at 912 450 0521 $22.00 third Tuesday of every month & 5:45-8:15 p.m. 912 450 0521. piwi@hargray.com. savannahnavyleague.us. Savannah Navy League, 17 lake heron ct west.

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.

RICHMOND HILL FARMERS MARKET Come get the freshest produce, baked goods and interesting local crafts at the Richmond Hill Farmers’ Market. Tuesdays, 2 p.m. J. F. Gregory Park, Richmond Hill.

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. SCAD DAILY TOURS SCAD offers tours in Savannah, Atlanta and Hong Kong for prospective students and their families. Tours are available daily, excluding Sundays, and allow prospective students an opportunity to view classrooms and administrative buildings, galleries, residence halls and dining facilities and see where our students live, learn and prepare for professional careers. For more information please visit, https://www. scad.edu/admission/visit-scad/dailytours. ongoing. SCAD Student Center, 120 Montgomery St. 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.

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.

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

Southbound Brewing Company, 107 East Lathrop Ave. ST. PIUS X HIGH SCHOOL ALUMNI ASSOCIATION MEETING All former students of St. Pius X High School are invited to attend this meeting.

Meet old friends, make new friends and have a great time. Several social events are hosted throughout the year. Dues are $24 a year. third Saturday of every month, 1 p.m.

Savannah Classical Academy, 402 Market Street.

TWO ADDISON PLACE POOLER FARMERS MARKET Come out and support your local farmers, vendors, and community. Through July 2017. Free third Wednesday of every month, 4-7:30 p.m. 912-330-0030. twoaddisonplace@greystar.com. facebook. com/TwoAddisonPlaceFarmersMarket/.

Two Addison Place Pooler Farmers Market, 2 Addison Place.

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community hand-in-hand wade-in. Sat., June 17, 3 p.m. 912-414-0809. tybeemlk@ gmail.com. North Beach, Tybee Island.

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. UNITY IN THE COMMUNITY Unity in the Community is a nonprofit organization that promotes and hosts free, family-friendly culturally diverse events to give back to the community. The events feature handcrafted ethnic arts and crafts, home-based businesses, and community nonprofits. Entertainment is provided by churches and other local individuals and groups. third Saturday, Sunday of every month. riverstreetsavannah.com/. River Street, River St. WILMINGTON ISLAND FARMERS’ MARKET Every Saturday, the Wilmington Island Farmers’ Market brings together some of the best local farmers and artisans for your shopping pleasure. Adults can sample the delicious food and browse handcrafted items, while the kids enjoy story time and crafts. The whole family will delight in the beauty of Wilmington Island and the chance to learn more about their community via local performers and sponsoring nonprofits. Plenty of parking is available on site. This event is free and open to the public. Free The market closes its spring session with a Father’s Day celebration and Yogi Palz.. Saturdays, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. wifarmersmarket@aol.com. wifarmersmarket.org/spring-calendar.html.

Islands High School, 170 Whitemarsh Island Road.

FESTIVALS

JUNETEENTH FESTIVAL Celebrate the ending of slavery in the United States at this festival. Dr. Carolyn Jordan, the great granddaughter of Richard Wright, one of the first presidents of Savannah State University, will speak. Torion Sellers will perform. Sat., June 17, 11 a.m. 38th Street Park, 38th Street.

FITNESS

$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. 912349-2756.

AERIAL YOGA CLASSES Increase flexibility and strength using aerial yoga, a relatively new approach to a traditional yoga practice. We use a silk fabric called a ‘hammock’ to support the weight of our bodies, helping us achieve various postures with more depth, ease and excitement. Every Saturday. Class size limited. Required to register online ahead of time. $25 Saturdays, 12:30-1:45 p.m.

954.682.5694. elyse.thestudio@yahoo. com. thestudiosav.net/schedule.html. thestudiosav.net/. The STUDIO, 2805-B Lacy

Ave. AIKIDO CLASSES Aikido is a traditional Japanese martial art developed by Morihei Ueshiba, ‘O Sensei’ or (‘Great Teacher’). On a purely physical level it is an art involving throws and joint locks that are derived from Jujitsu and Kenjutsu (open hand and weapon based techniques).

Beyond the self defense aspects of the art its true goal is to challenge its practitioners to discover their best selves. $50/month for JEA Members, $70/month for NonMembers, or $80/8-class punch card Tuesdays, Thursdays, 7-8:30 p.m. 912-6040958, 912-346-2650. AikiNorm@aol.com, AikidoBilly@hotmail.com. CoastalAikido. com. savannahjea.org. Jewish Educational Alliance, 5111 Abercorn St. BALLET BODY TONING Ballet Body Toning is a ballet inspired workout designed to improve balance, flexibility, and use body resistance to strengthen core, legs & booty. This workout is low impact and scorches major calories and teaches you basic ballet! Call to make a reservation before class. This is a semiprivate class so space is limited! $10.00 Wednesdays, Sundays, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

732.232.3349. FitnessFoodWine@gmail. com. thestudiosav.net/. The STUDIO, 2805-B Lacy Ave. BARIATRIC SURGERY SUPPORT GROUP Located in Mercer Auditorium of Hoskins Center at Memorial. For those who have had or are considering bariatric surgery.

Call or see website for info. third Saturday of every month, 10 a.m. 912-350-3438. memorialhealth.com. memorialhealth.com/.

Memorial Health University Medical Center, 4700 Waters Ave. BEACH BODY WORKOUTS WITH LAURA MONDAYS at 6:15 PM at the Lake Mayer Community Center $5.00 per session Mondays, 6:15 p.m. (912) 652-6784. Lake Mayer, 1850 E. Montgomery Crossroads.

BEASTMODE FITNESS GROUP TRAINING Train with this elite team. A total body program that trims, tones and gets results.

Personal training options available. See website for info. Meets at West Broad YMCA. 5am-6am and 8pm-9pm. ongoing. beastmodefitnessga.com. 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. DANCE DYNAMIX

Dance DynaMix is a choreographed dance fitness class inspired by funky hip hop and sleek jazz moves! No dance experience required. Call 732.232.3349 to reserve your spot ahead of time, as class space is limited. Stay after class for a 30 minute stretch to wind down for the weekend with! $10.00 Wednesdays, Fridays, 10-11 a.m.

732.232.3349. FitnessFoodWine@gmail. com. thestudiosav.net/. The STUDIO, 2805-B Lacy Ave. FIT4MOM SAVANNAH STROLLER STRIDES A group of moms that meet with strollers and workout at Savannah Mall, Daffin Park and on occasion Hull Park. Also offer HIIT Classes to other Moms who have any age children. The HIIT program is a kid free program. 1 hour long stroller based workout with kiddos. Moms- Pre and Post Natal, and kids of stroller age. Savannah Mall (M,W,F). Daffin Park (T,Th), Hull Park (Sat) ongoing. ashleyyoungblood@fit4mom.com. savannah.fit4mom.com. Daffin Park, 1198 Washington Ave. 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.

912-819-8800. sjchs.org/. Candler Hospital, 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.

GET EXCITED AND MOVE This program is designed to combat the effects of Parkinson disease for Savannah/ Chatham-area people and their caregiver.

The activities are designed to enhance and improve muscular strength, and endurance, coordination, agility, flexibility, speed work, and voice command. $10 a month Mondays-Wednesdays, 10:30-11:30 a.m. & 6-7 p.m. and Tuesdays-Thursdays, 10:3011:30 a.m. 912-376-9833. psgsav@gmail. com. Anderson-Cohen Weightlifting Center, 7230 Varnedoe Drive.

DUDE’S DAY AT SAVANNAH CLIMBING COOP Thursdays, 2 til 10 p.m. Savannah Climbing Coop 302 W Victory Dr, Savannah Every Thursday men climb for half price, $5. See website for info. Thursdays, 2 & 10 p.m.

912-495-8010. savannahclimbingcoop.com.

Savannah Climbing CoOp, 302 W Victory Dr. HIKING & BIKING AT SKIDAWAY ISLAND STATE PARK Year round fitness opportunities. Walk or run the 1-mile Sandpiper Nature Trail (accessible) the additional 1-mile Avian Loop Trail, or 3-mile Big Ferry Trail. Bicycle and street strider rentals. Guided hikes scheduled. $5 parking. Open daily 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. 912-429-5150.

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. 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. 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.

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session Thursdays. 912-704-7650. ann@ douladeliveries.com. douladeliveries.com. savannahyoga.com/. Savannah Yoga Center, 1321 Bull St. QIGONG CLASSES Qigong exercises contribute to a healthier and longer life. Classes offer a time to learn the exercises and perform them in a group setting. Class length averages 60 min. Any level of practice is welcome. $15 ongoing. qigongtim.com/.

RENAGADE WORKOUT Free fitness workout, every Saturday, 9:00 am at Lake Mayer Park. For women only.

Offered by The Fit Lab. Information: 912376-0219 ongoing. Lake Mayer, 1850 E. Montgomery Crossroads.

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

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.

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.

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. ZUMBA FITNESS Isn’t lifting weights and running on the treadmill boring? Come join Sheena’s Zumba Fitness class and have fun while burning calories! The class regularly 40 has 75+ participants that know that

Sheena is the best Zumba instructor in Savannah! So show up early and see you soon! Free with YMCA membership Tuesdays, 4:30-5:30 p.m. 912-354-6223. facebook.com/ZumbaFitnesswithSheena/. ymcaofcoastalga.org/. YMCA (Habersham Branch), 6400 Habersham 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 & DRINK EVENTS

ALL YOU CAN EAT MUSSELS Make your Tuesdays “Ruesdays” at Rue de Jean in Savannah with ALL YOU CAN EAT mussels! Choose from 6 different flavors and enjoy baby greens salad, bottomless pommes frites, and warm bread all for just $24. One order per guest.

Reservations suggested. 39ruedejeansav. com/reservations $24 ruedejeansavannah. com. holycityhospitality.com/39-rue-dejean-savannah/. 39 Rue de Jean, 605 W Oglethorpe Ave. THE BEER YOGIS AT SERVICE BREWING The Beer Yogis gather at Service Brewing in Savannah, Georgia, for a 90 minute all-levels vinyasa flow led by Melissa and Mikki. Post practice, we’ll enjoy pints of fresh Service Brewing beers and the company of fellow Beer Yogis. $25 in advance / $30 at the door 503-508-7185. thebeeryogis@gmail.com. thebeeryogis.com/events/service. Service Brewing Company, 574 Indian Street.

BETHESDA FARM AND GARDENS STAND Each week, this popular organic farm stand, managed by Bethesda students and staff, sells fresh produce, seasonal vegetables, herbs, free range eggs, a variety of plants, goat milk soap, firewood and more. In addition, 100 percent grass fed ground beef in various quantities are available at the farm stand, which is raised and distributed by Bethesda Academy’s Cattle & Beef Operation. Specialty cuts are also available. 3-5 p.m.. merrin.slocombe@ bethesdaacademy.org. bethesdaacademy. org. Bethesda Academy, 9250 Ferguson Ave. FIRE & WINE Half priced bottles of wine, campfires in the courtyard, marshmallows and s’mores kits. 912-401-0543. info@foxyloxycafe.com. foxyloxycafe.com. Foxy Loxy Cafe, 1919 Bull St. 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. GHOST COAST DISTILLERY TOURS Tour & Tasting Visit Ghost Coast Distillery, where you will hear about Savannah’s unique history of drinks and revelry, while learning how we create our unique, hand crafted spirits. Hours Tuesday – Wednesday: 12–6 (last tour starts at 6) Thursday – Saturday: 11-8 (last tour starts at 8) Tours begin every hour, on the hour Closed Sunday and Monday Tour with tasting: $12.50 Tour with tasting and Souvenir Bottle of Ghost Coast Vodka 261: $32.00 All guests must be 21+ or accompanied by a parent

or legal guardian. ID Required $12.50 Tuesdays-Saturdays. (912) 298-0071. ghostcoastdistillery.com. Ghost Coast Distillery, 641 Indian St. HAPPY HOUR 39 Rue De Jean favorites at happy hour prices! Enjoy $4 house wine, $4 well cocktails, $8 daily cocktail feature, Moules en Six Preparations for $8, $8 1/2 dozen raw oysters, and more. Mondays-Thursdays, Sundays, 5-7 p.m.. 912-721-0595. holycityhospitality.com/39-rue-de-jeansavannah/promotions/. holycityhospitality. com/39-rue-de-jean-savannah/. 39 Rue de Jean, 605 W Oglethorpe 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. Garden tour available March through October. $3 per person. Must call ahead. Free MondaysFridays, 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. UNITED BY BEER The Beer Yogis, Melissa Klimo-Major and Mikki Trowbridge, are on a cross-country road trip to connect yoga and beer. thebeeryogis@gmail.com. Service Brewing Company, 574 Indian Street.

WINE SAMPLING Sample the variety of wines Lucky’s Market has to offer. luckysmarket.com/ savannah-ga/. Lucky’s Market, 5501 Abercorn St.

HEALTH

BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENINGS St. Joseph’s/Candler’s SmartSenior offers blood pressure screenings on every Monday from 10 AM to Noon in the SmartSenior office, #8 Medical Arts on 836 E. 65th Street. No appointment is necessary; the screenings are free and open to the public.

For more information, call (912) 352-4405. ongoing. St. Joseph’s/Candler Medical Arts Building, 836 E. 65th St. ENROLLMENT ASSISTANCE FOR CHILDREN’S HEALTH INSURANCE Free in-person, enrollment and renewal assistance for children’s health insurance programs, Medicaid and PeachCare for Kids, Pregnancy Medicaid and other public benefits (SNAP and CAPS) will be available. Please bring a government-issued ID and the most recent month’s income documents. third Saturday of every month, 10 a.m. 912-661-1272. Rincon Library, 17th

Street & Highway 21.

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.

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.

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.

MAYBE YOU’RE NOT SICK, YOU’RE THIRSTY Are You Sick of being Sick? Learn the first step in helping your body get on the road to healing itself. Every Tuesday we will educate you on the dangers of bottled, tap, reverse osmosis, distilled, spring, and yes even bottled alkaline water. See this eye opening demonstration for your safety and for your health. We will serve Kangen water, test your water and give you a sample to take home if you qualify. Free Tuesdays, 6-7:30 p.m.

703.989.6995. oggisavannah@gmail.com. goodh20.yourbodyiswater.com. Nuts About Savannah, 14045 Abercorn St.(Savannah Mall).

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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, 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. WOMENHEART OF ST. JOSEPH’S/ CANDLER WomenHeart of St. Joseph’s/Candler welcomes women heart patients or women at risk of heart disease to its monthly support network meeting at 5:00-6:30 PM in Building #6 at the Medical Arts Center at 836 East 65th Street. For more information call 912-388-1836 or email

womenheartsavannah@gmail.com Free of charge third Thursday of every month, 5-6:30 p.m. 912-388-1836. womenheartsavannah@ gmail.com. facebook.com/ womenheartsavannah. St. Joseph’s/Candler Medical Arts Building, 836 E. 65th St.

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KID’S HAPPENINGS

ANGELA BEASLEY’S PUPPET PEOPLE The nationally acclaimed life-size puppet show and puppet-making workshop. Perfect for the whole family. $10 adults, $7 children 12 and under Wed., June 14, 11-12:30 a.m.

912-472-4790. info@tybeeposttheater.org. tybeeposttheater.showare.com/. The Tybee Post Theater, 10 Van Horne Ave. IMPROV SUMMER CAMP FOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL STUDENTS Our 5-day summer camps are a more in-depth version of our regular improv classes. You will learn improv in two-hour segments for five days a week. Through theater games and exercises, you will learn the classic improv skills: focus, agreement, give and take, mime playing at the top of your game, justifying, specificity, spontaneity & ​making your teammates look like geniuses. $100 Mon., June 19, 9 a.m.-11 p.m. 912-659-4383. info@improvhub. com. improvhub.com. ImprovHub, 42 W. Montgomery Cross Road, Warehouse F. KIDS CLUB The Kids Club’s mission is to educate and inspire children to take part in their local farmers market while enjoying nutritious CONTINUES ON P. 42

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1 Be furious 5 Everglades beasts 11 Letters on a bucket 14 High hair 15 Home state of the Decemberists 16 Former Fighting Irish coach Parseghian 17 A look inside Mr. Gladwell?

19 Dorm supervisors, briefly 20 “The magic word” 21 Do bar duty 22 “The Two Towers” creature 23 Like a cooked noodle 25 Medium capacity event?

27 “Yeah!” singer 30 Busy ___ bee 33 Song with the lyric “she really shows you all she can” 34 Author Harper 35 By title, though not really 38 “Let me know” letters 41 ___ Khan 42 It shows the order of songs a band will play 44 Disney Store collectible 45 Force based on waves?

47 Top-of-the-line 48 Took a course?

49 Orangey tuber 51 Gridiron units, for short 52 Run off, as copies

54 Compadre from way back 57 Diplomat’s forte 59 Kickoff need 60 The haves and the have-___ 63 Pointer on a laptop 67 “Shallow ___” (Jack Black movie) 68 The dance of talk show employees?

70 More than -er 71 Aim high 72 Not-so-sharp sort 73 “The Crying Game” actor 74 Crystal-lined stones 75 Ovine moms

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1 Displace 2 Gem mined in Australia 3 Monty Python alum Eric 4 Place setting?

5 Automaton of Jewish folklore 6 Biceps’ place 7 SMS exchange 8 Shrek talks about being one a lot 9 Chestnut-hued horses 10 Original “The Late Late Show” host Tom 11 Award for “Five Easy Pieces” actress Black?

12 Monetary unit of Switzerland 13 Unit of social hierarchy 18 God of the Nile

24 Canned goods closet 26 Inhaled stuff 27 ___ Bator (Mongolia’s capital) 28 Maker of the Saturn game system 29 Weighty river triangle?

31 Type of bar with pickled beets 32 In the center of 36 Battery terminal, briefly 37 Suffix similar to “-speak” 39 President’s refusal 40 Suffix for movie theaters 43 Common campaign promise 46 Talk too much 50 It may be also called a “murse” 53 One of their recent ads features “an investor invested in vests” 54 Different 55 Tenant’s document 56 Almost ready for the Tooth Fairy 58 Parcels of land 61 “Ed Sullivan Show” character ___ Gigio 62 Racetrack trouble 64 Winter forecast 65 Eye rakishly 66 Breaks down 69 “Able was I ___ I saw Elba”

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foods and empowering their families to make healthy choices at home. Saturdays, 10 a.m. wifarmersmarket@aol.com. Islands High School, 170 Whitemarsh Island 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.

SESAME STREET LIVE: MAKE A NEW FRIEND Make new friends with the Sesame Street gang. $17 Wed., June 14, 10:30 a.m. savannahcivic.com. The Savannah Civic Center, 301 West Oglethorpe Ave. 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.

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

Mondays. 912-236-CITY. firstcitynetwork. org.

GAY AA MEETING True Colors Group of Alcoholics Anonymous, a gay and lesbian AA meeting that welcomes all alcoholics, meets Thursdays and Sundays, 7:30pm, at the Unitarian Universalist Church, 311 E. Harris, 2nd floor. New location effective 11/2012. ongoing.

SAVANNAH PRIDE, INC. Organizes the annual Savannah Pride Festival and helps promote the well-being of the LGBTQI community in the South.

Mission: unity through diversity and social awareness. Second Tuesday/month. PO Box 6044, Savannah, GA 31414. 501c nonprofit. ongoing. info@savannahpride.com. savannahpride.com.

STAND OUT YOUTH A gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and questioning youth organization. Meets every Friday at 7pm. Call, email or see website 42 for info. Fridays, 7-9 p.m. 912-288-1034.

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.

LITERARY EVENTS

BOOK SIGNING W/ CHRISTINA KELLY Meet Christina Kelly as she signs copies of her new novel “Good Karma” (HarperCollins), about a quirky couple who retire to Savannah. Fri., June 16, 5 p.m. eshaverbooks.com/. E Shaver Booksellers, 326 Bull St.

NATURE AND ENVIRONMENT

THE BIOLOGY AND MANAGEMENT OF IMPORTED FIRE ANTS Presented by Tim Davis, PhD University of Georgia’s Chatham County Extension Coordinator and Agriculture and Natural Resources Agent. Tim’s expertise in fire ant research and extension programs have been recognized world-wide and taken him to Argentina, Australia and Taiwan. Free and open to the public Tue., June 20, 7 p.m. fpc. presbychurch.net. First Presbyterian Church, 520 Washington Ave. 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.

GARDENING SESSION Learn how to garden and harvest vegetables and herbs to bring home. Kerry Shay, an organic farmer and owner of landscaping company Victory Gardens, provides free instruction. First and third Saturday of every month. Free and open to the public third Saturday of every month, 8:30-9:30 a.m. charleshmorriscenter.com. Charles H. Morris Center, 10 East Broad St. 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. 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.

PETS & ANIMALS

LOW COST PET CLINIC TailsSpin and Dr. Stanley Lester, DVM, host low-cost pet vaccine clinics for students, military and seniors the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month. 5pm-6pm.

Vaccinations: $12, ($2 is donated to Savannah pet rescue agencies). See website for info. ongoing. tailsspin.com. tailsspin. com. TailsSpin Pet Supplies Store, 4501 Habersham St., Habersham Village.

OPERATION NEW HOPE Operation New Hope allows inmates to train unadoptable dogs from the Humane Society for Greater Savannah. The goals of the program are to decrease the recidivism rate among Chatham County inmates, help inmates learn a new skill, and help previously unadoptable dogs find loving homes. The graduated dogs are available for adoption can be viewed at www.humansocietvsav.org, and www. chathamsheriff.org. Operation New Hope is funded by the Humane Society and community donations. ongoing. chathamsheriff.org. humanesocietysav.org/.

Humane Society for Greater Savannah, 7215 Sallie Mood Dr. ST. ALMO’S Savannah True Animal Lovers Meeting Others. Informal dog walks on Sundays, 5pm (weather permitting). Meet at Canine Palace. Call for info. ongoing. 912-234-3336. caninepalacesavannah.com. Canine Palace Inc, 618 Abercorn St.

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 Everyone is welcome. Experience not necessary. Visit our website for location, meditation periods and classes. savannahzencenter.com. Individual instruction upon request. Email Cindy Un Shin Beach at revfugon@gmail.com for more information. ongoing. Online only, none.

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 Gather with others to share gratitude.

Everyone welcome. Park next to Bull Street Library. Wednesdays, 12-12:30 p.m. 917-676-4280. facebook.com/ savannahgratitude. liveoakpl.org. Bull Street Library, 2002 Bull St. 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.

JESUS YESHUA Holidays and plans for 2017 underway for young adults and college Christians.

Contact Reverend Brenda Lee @yahoo.com or call (912) 236-3156. ongoing. No physical address given, none.

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.

PSYCHIC MEDIUM YOUR PAL, ERIN Ready to reconnect you with your loved ones who’ve passed and your own inner knowing? I’m here to help. Let’s all work together to create the amazing new life you truly desire, releasing old situations that no longer serve you. Readings available in person and by phone. 60 minutes, $65.

Group readings of 5 or more, $30 per person for 20 minutes. Get your personalized, 45 minute prerecorded “Tuesday Tune-Up” emailed to your inbox for just $45. Visit www.yourpalerin.com for more information or contact psychicyourpalerin@gmail.com today. ongoing. Online only, none.

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. and third Thursday of every month, 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.

SPECIAL SCREENINGS

FILM: SHERLOCK HOLMES Only recently rediscovered after decades of being completely lost, this incredibly rare, restored print of the very first feature film ever made about the famous British detective is considered one of the most important and historic portrayals of Sherlock Holmes. Essentially a filmed adaptation of the popular stage play written by and starring William Gillette, who portrayed Holmes for over 1,300 live performances around the world before English actor Basil Rathbone gained fame in the role onscreen. $8 Wed., June 21, 8 p.m. sentientbean.com.

The Sentient Bean, 13 E. Park Ave. FILM: SING Buster, the town’s theater operator, creates the world’s greatest singing competition to keep the theater going. Part of Tybee Island’s Movies in the Park summer series.

Free for members of the Savannah Victorian Society, $5 guests Sat., June 17, 8:45 p.m. www,tybeefest.com. Memorial Park on Tybee Island, 403 Butler Ave. FILM: THE INVISIBLE MAN APPEARS Who knew that just a few short years after the iconic Hollywood feature “The Invisible Man,” Japanese filmmakers made their own unofficial remake? Never released in the USA, this way-cool black-and-white feature adds an organized crime subplot, and boasts great special effects. $6 Wed., June 14, 8 p.m. sentientbean.com. The Sentient Bean, 13 E. Park Ave. FILM: THE MUMMY (1932) In 1921 a field expedition in Egypt discovers the mummy of ancient Egyptian prince Im-Ho-Tep, who was condemned and buried alive for sacrilege. Also found in the tomb is the Scroll of Thoth, which can bring the dead back to life. One night a young member of the expedition reads the Scroll out loud,

and then goes insane, realizing that he has brought Im-Ho-Tep back to life. Followed by a post-show Q&A. Sat., June 17, 7 p.m. www2.scad.edu/venues/trustees/. Trustees Theater, 216 East Broughton St. FILM: THE MUMMY (1999) Evelyn, an English librarian becomes interested in starting an archaeological dig at the ancient city of Hamunaptra. She gains the help of Rick O’Connell, after saving him from his death. What Evelyn, her brother Jonathan and Rick are unaware of is that another group of explorers are interested in the same dig. Sat., June 17, 3 p.m. www2. scad.edu/venues/trustees/. Trustees Theater, 216 East Broughton St. FILM: A DOG’S PURPOSE The Tybee Post Theater screens a special series of recently released family-friendly movies weekdays throughout the summer.

The series features the biggest blockbusters from the past year. $7 adults, $5 children Wed., June 14, 7 p.m. and Wed., June 21, 7 p.m. 912-472-4790. info@tybeeposttheater. org. tybeeposttheater.showare.com/. The Tybee Post Theater, 10 Van Horne Ave. FILM: LION The Tybee Post Theater screens a special series of recently released family-friendly movies weekdays throughout the summer.

The series features the biggest blockbusters from the past year. $7 adults, $5 children 12 and under Thu., June 15, 7 p.m. 912472-4790. info@tybeeposttheater.org. tybeeposttheater.showare.com/. The Tybee Post Theater, 10 Van Horne Ave. FILM: OF THE SEA This popular weekly film series featuring the wonders of the ocean and Georgia coast returns to the Tybee Post Theater on Tuesdays through Aug. 1. Suggested donation: $5 Tue., June 20, 7 p.m. 912472-4790. info@tybeeposttheater.org. tybeeposttheater.showare.com/. The Tybee Post Theater, 10 Van Horne Ave. FILM: STORKS The Tybee Post Theater screens a special series of recently released family-friendly movies weekdays throughout the summer.

The series features the biggest blockbusters from the past year. $7 adults, $5 children 12 and under Tue., June 20, 3 p.m. 912472-4790. info@tybeeposttheater.org. tybeeposttheater.showare.com/. The Tybee Post Theater, 10 Van Horne Ave. CONTINUES ON P. 44

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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 MINUTES FREE TRIAL Adult Recreation60 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.

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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.

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

From the moment you walk in until the moment you leave, Tapestry is committed 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.

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4-12. Sign up now. Mondays-Thursdays, 5:30-7:30 p.m. 912-272-6684. Daffin Park, 1198 Washington Ave. 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.

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 BANANAS Vs. the Gastonia Grizzlies. $9 Wed., June 14, 7:05 p.m. and Fri., June 16, 7:05 p.m.

912-712-2482. thesavannahbananas. com. Vs. the Fayetteville Swamp Dogs. $9 Mon., June 19, 7:05 p.m. 912-7122482. thesavannahbananas.com. Grayson Stadium, 1401 East Victory Dr. SAVANNAH BANANAS BARK IN THE PARK Fans will get two chances to bring their four-legged friends to Grayson Stadium this summer. Mon., June 19. thesavannahbananas.com. Grayson Stadium, 1401 East Victory Dr. SAVANNAH BANANAS FAITH AND

FREE WILL ASTROLOGY ARIES (March 21-April 19)

You have to admit that salt looks like sugar and sugar resembles salt. This isn’t usually a major problem, though. Mistakenly sprinkling sugar on your food when you thought you were adding salt won’t hurt you, nor will putting salt in your coffee when you assumed you were using sugar.

But errors like these are inconvenient, and they can wreck a meal. You may want to apply this lesson as a metaphor in the coming days, Aries. Be alert for things that outwardly seem to be alike but actually have different tastes and effects.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20)

Here’s a possible plan for the next ten days: Program your smart phone to sound an alarm once every hour during the entire time you’re awake. Each time the bell or buzzer goes off, you will vividly remember your life’s main purpose. You will ask yourself whether or not the activity you’re engaged in at that specific moment is somehow serving your life’s main purpose. If it is, literally pat yourself on the back and say to yourself, “Good job!” If it’s not, say the following words: “I am resolved to get into closer alignment with my soul’s code -- the blueprint of my destiny.”

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Actress Marisa Berenson offers a line of anti-aging products that contain an elixir made from the seeds of a desert fruit known as prickly pear. The manufacturing process isn’t easy. To produce a quart of the potion requires 2,000 pounds of seeds. I see you as having a metaphorically similar challenge in the coming weeks, Gemini. To create a small amount of the precious stuff you want, I’m guessing you’ll have to gather a ton of raw materials. And there may be a desert-like phenomena to deal with, as well.

CANCER (June 21-July 22)

There are three kinds of habits: good, bad, and neutral. Neutral habits are neither good nor bad but use up psychic energy that might be better directed into cultivat-

ing good habits. Here are some examples: a good habit is when you’re disciplined about eating healthy food; a bad habit is watching violent TV shows before going to bed, thereby disturbing your sleep; a neutral habit might be doing Sudoku puzzles. My challenge to you, Cancerian, is to dissolve one bad habit and one neutral habit by replacing them with two new good habits. According to my analysis of the astrological omens, cosmic forces will be on your side as you make this effort.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22)

“Dear Dr. Astrology: Good fortune has been visiting me a lot lately. Many cool opportunities have come my way. Life is consistently interesting. I’ve also made two unwise moves that fortunately didn’t bring bad results. Things often work out better for me than I imagined they would! I’m grateful every day, but I feel like I should somehow show even more appreciation. Any ideas? -Lucky Leo.” Dear Lucky: The smartest response to the abundance you have enjoyed is to boost your generosity. Give out blessings.

Dispense praise. Help people access their potentials. Intensify your efforts to share your wealth.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

Years ago, a fan of my work named Paul emailed to ask me if I wanted to get together with him and his friend when I visited New York. “Maybe you know her?” he wrote. “She’s the artist Cindy Sherman.”

Back then I had never heard of Cindy. But since Paul was smart and funny, I agreed to meet. The three of us convened in an elegant tea room for a boisterous conversation. A week later, when I was back home and mentioned the event to a colleague, her eyes got big and she shrieked, “You had tea with THE Cindy Sherman.” She then educated me on how successful and influential Cindy’s photography has been.

I predict you will soon have a comparable experience, Virgo: inadvertent contact with an intriguing presence. Hopefully, because I’ve given you a heads up, you’ll recognize what’s happening as it occurs,

FAMILY NIGHT Over 40 churches will be coming out to Grayson Stadium to participate. Fri., June 16. thesavannahbananas.com. Grayson Stadium, 1401 East Victory Dr. SAVANNAH BIKE POLO Like regular polo, but with bikes instead of horses. Meets weekly. See facebook for info. ongoing. facebook.com/ savannahbikepolo.

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.

BY ROB BREZSNY

beautyandtruth@freewillastrology.com

and take full advantage.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

You’ll never get access to the treasure that’s buried out under the cherry tree next to the ruined barn if you stay in your command center and keep staring at the map instead of venturing out to the barn.

Likewise, a symbol of truth may be helpful in experiencing deeper meaning, but it’s not the same as communing with the raw truth, and may even become a distraction from it. Let’s consider one further variation on the theme: The pictures in your mind’s eye may or may not have any connection with the world outside your brain.

It’s especially important that you monitor their accuracy in the coming days.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

Maybe it wasn’t such a good idea to go gallivanting so heedlessly into the labyrinth.

Or maybe it was. Who knows? It’s still too early to assess the value of your experiences in that maddening but fascinating tangle. You may not yet be fully able to distinguish the smoke and mirrors from the useful revelations. Which of the riddles you’ve gathered will ultimately bring frustration and which will lead you to wisdom? Here’s one thing I do know for sure: If you want to exit the labyrinth, an opportunity will soon appear.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

Over the years I’ve read numerous news reports about people who have engaged in intimate relations with clunky inanimate objects. One had sex with a bicycle.

Another seduced a sidewalk, and a third tried to make sweet love to a picnic table.

I hope you won’t join their ranks in the coming weeks. Your longing is likely to be extra intense, innovative, and even exotic, but I trust you will confine its expression to unions with adult human beings who know what they’re getting into and who have consented to play. Here’s an old English word you might want to add to your vocabulary: “blissom.” It means “to bleat with sexual desire.”

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

Your life in the coming days should be low on lightweight diversions and high in top-quality content. Does that sound like fun? I hope so. I’d love to see you enjoy the hell out of yourself as you cut the fluff and focus on the pith . . . as you efficiently get to the hype-free heart of every matter and refuse to tolerate waffling or stalling.

So strip away the glossy excesses, my dear Capricorn. Skip a few steps if that doesn’t cause any envy. Expose the pretty lies, but then just work around them; don’t get bogged down in indulging in negative emotions about them.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

Inventor, architect, and author Buckminster Fuller lived to the age of 87.

For 63 of those years, he kept a detailed scrapbook diary that documented every day of his life. It included his reflections, correspondence, drawings, newspaper clippings, grocery bills, and much other evidence of his unique story. I would love to see you express yourself with that much disciplined ferocity during the next two weeks. According to my astrological analysis, you’re in a phase when you have maximum power to create your life with vigorous ingenuity and to show everyone exactly who you are.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)

You have a cosmic license to enjoy almost too much sensual pleasure. In addition, you should feel free to do more of what you love to do than you normally allow yourself. Be unapologetic about surrounding yourself with flatterers and worshipers. Be sumptuously lazy. Ask others to pick up the slack for you. Got all that?

It’s just the first part of your oracle. Here’s the rest: You have a cosmic license to explore the kind of spiritual growth that’s possible when you feel happy and fulfilled.

As you go through each day, expect life to bring you exactly what you need to uplift you. Assume that the best service you can offer your fellow humans is to be relaxed and content.

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ADULT CHILDREN OF ALCOHOLICS Adult children of Alcoholics is a fellowship and support group for those who grew up in alcoholic or dysfunctional homes.

Thursdays, 5:30 p.m. 24 Hour Club, 1501 Eisenhower Drive.

AL-ANON FAMILY GROUPS Are you troubled by someone else’s drinking? Please go to alanon.org for daily meeting schedule. ongoing. savannahalanon.com.

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. United Methodist Church, 195 Wilmington Island Rd. Second Thursday, Ruth Byck Adult Care Center, 64 Jasper St. Sponsored by Senior Citizens, Inc. Call for info. ongoing. 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. CAREGIVER’S COFFEE Caregiver’s Coffee, an informal support group for caregivers of cancer patients, meets on the second and third Wednesday of every month in the lobby of the Nancy N. and J. C. Lewis Cancer & Research

Pavilion (LCRP), located on Reynolds Street across from Candler Hospital. For more information, call 912-819-5704. third Tuesday of every month. 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.

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 912-414-3827. ongoing.

GRIEF SUPPORT GROUPS Hospice Savannah’s Full Circle offers a full array of grief support groups and individual counseling for children, teens and adults is available at no charge. Counseling is offered at 450 Mall Blvd., Suite H in Savannah, and appointments are also available in the United Way offices in Rincon and in Richmond Hill. Call or see website for info. ongoing. 912-303-9442. HospiceSavannah. org/GriefSupport.

HEAD AND NECK CANCER SUPPORT GROUP MEETING This group is open to individuals with

cancers of the head and neck area and their caregivers. At the meetings, we have a brief discussion from experts in the treatment of head and neck cancer and allow time for group discussion. For more information, please call Suzy Buelvas at 912-350-7845.

Wednesdays, 1-2 p.m. 912-350-7845. memorialhealth.com/. Memorial Health University Medical Center, 4700 Waters Ave. HEARTBEATS FOR LIFE Free support and education group for those who have suffered from or want to prevent or reverse heart disease and/ or diabetes. One Tuesday/month, 6pm.

Free and open to the public. third Tuesday of every month, 6 p.m. 912-598-8457. jeff@heartbeatsforlife-ga.org. Southwest Chatham Library, 14097 Abercorn St. HOWARD HAND IN HAND CHILDREN’S SUPPORT GROUP Hand in Hand is a support group for children that have a family member or loved one affected by cancer. third Wednesday of every month. 912-819-5704. Hand in Hand is a support group for children that have a family member or loved one affected by cancer. For more information, call 912-8195704. third Wednesday of every month, 2 p.m. 912-819-5704. Nancy N. and J.C. Lewis Cancer & Research Pavilion, 225 Reynolds Ave. KLINEFELTER SYNDROME/47-XXY SUPPORT GROUP For parents of children with this diagnosis, and for men with this diagnosis. Started by the mother of a boy with 47-XXY. Email to meet for mutual support. ongoing. amkw21@gmail.com.

LEGACY GROUP: FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH ADVANCED AND RECURRENT CANCER. Group addresses the concerns of advanced and recurrent cancer survivors from the physical, emotional, spiritual, and social aspects of healing. To register for a specific session and to learn about the group, please call Jennifer Currin-McCulloch at 912-3507845. ongoing. 912-350-7845. Curtis and Elizabeth Anderson Cancer Institute (at Memorial Health Univ. Medical Center), 4700 Waters Ave. LEUKEMIA, LYMPHOMA AND MYELOMA SUPPORT GROUP For patients with blood-related cancers and their loved ones. Call or see website for info.

Located in the Summit Cancer Care office at the Curtis and Elizabeth Anderson Cancer Institute. Thursdays, 5-6:30 p.m. 912-3507845. memorialhealth.com. memorialhealth. com/. Memorial Health University Medical Center, 4700 Waters Ave. NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS Call for the Savannah Lowcountry Area NA meeting schedule. ongoing. 912-238-5925.

OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS Is food a problem for you? Overeaters Anonymous can help. Savannah meetings Mon 6:30pm, Wed 5:30pm, Fri 6:30 p.m. See website for locations and info, or call 912358-7150. ongoing. oa.org/meetings.

PARENTS OF CHILDREN WITH IEP’S (INDIVIDUALIZED EDUCATION PLANS) For parents of children attending ChathamSavannah Public School System who have IEP plans, to offer mutual support through the challenges of the IEP process. Email for

info. ongoing. amkw210@gmail.com.

PARENTS OF ILL CHILDREN Backus Children’s Hospital sponsors this group for parents with a seriously ill child receiving inpatient or outpatient treatment.

Case manager facilitates the meetings.

Meets weekly. Call for info ongoing. 912350-5616. memorialhealth.com/backus. memorialhealth.com/backus. Backus Children’s Hospital, 4700 Waters Ave. PARKINSON’S SUPPORT GROUP The Parkinson’s Disease Support Group will meet on the first Thursday of the month from 5:00 to 6:30 PM in the Marsh Auditorium at Candler Hospital, 5353 Reynolds Street. Featuring medical and therapeutic guest speakers, join us for discussion, support, and new community activities. For more information, call Fran McCarey at 912-819-2224. ongoing. 912355-6347. sjchs.org/. Candler Hospital, 5353 Reynolds St. PROSTATE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP: MAN TO MAN This group is for prostate cancer patients and their caregivers. Meets in the Conference Room of the Curtis and Elizabeth Anderson Cancer Institute.

Wednesdays, 6-8 p.m. 912-897-3933. memorialhealth.com/. Memorial Health University Medical Center, 4700 Waters Ave. RAPE CRISIS CENTER Assists survivors of rape and sexual assault.

Free, confidential counseling for victims and families. 24-hour Rape Crisis Line operates seven days a week. 912-233-7273. ongoing.

REAL TALK Real Talk and Peer to Peer is a support group for the LGBT community to come together to sit, eat and socialize while talking about issues relevant to the community. Meetings are completely confidential and private. Meets in the Lecture Conference Room. third Monday of every month, 4-5 p.m. 912-231-0123 ext.

1410. Chatham Care Center, 107 Fahm St. REFLEX SYMPATHETIC DYSTROPHY SUPPORT GROUP Second Tuesdays at 7pm in Marsh Auditorium at Candler Hospital. For anyone with this disorder, plus family members/ caregivers interested in learning more. Call for info. ongoing. 912-858-2335. sjchs.org/.

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to the art of public speaking. In a friendly, supportive atmosphere, members learn to speak more precisely and confidently via prepared speeches, impromptu speaking, and constructive evaluations. It’s fun, informative, and a great way to network with area professionals. Tuesdays, 12-1 p.m. 912663-7851. St. Leo University, 7426 Hodgson Memorial Drive, Suite A. SEX ADDICTS ANONYMOUS If you believe you have a problem with sex addiction (or are wondering if you might) and you want to change your behavior, we recommend that you attend a meeting of Sex Addicts Anonymous. The only requirement is a desire to stop your addictive sexual behavior. Meets Mondays at 7 pm. Call for venue information. ongoing.

731-412-0183. saa-recovery.org. Downtown Savannah, downtown.

SPINAL INJURY SUPPORT GROUP Third Thursdays, 5:30pm, at the Rehabilitation Institute at Memorial. Call or see website for info. ongoing. 912-3508900. memorialhealth.com. memorialhealth. com/. Memorial Health University Medical Center, 4700 Waters Ave. SPOUSE/LIFE PARTNER SUPPORT GROUP Open support group for adults whose spouses or life partners have died. Meets Thursday mornings from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Thursdays, 11 a.m.-noon. Full Circle Grief and Loss Center, 6000 Business Center Drive.

SURVIVORS OF SUICIDE SUPPORT GROUP A support group for those whose loved ones have died by suicide. Meets the 3rd Monday of each month at Full Circle from 6:00 p.m.-7:30 p.m. third Monday of every month, 6-7:30 p.m. Suicide often leaves survivors with guilt, anger, hurt and unanswered questions. Hospice Savannah/United Way of Coastal Empire/Coastal Suicide Prevention Alliance offer an ongoing support group.

Third Thursdays, 6:30-7:30pm. Safe and confidential. Free to attend. Barbara Moss at Full Circle of Hospice Savannah, 912-6291089. ongoing. Full Circle Grief and Loss Center, 6000 Business Center Drive.

TEENS NURTURING TEENS (CANCER SUPPORT) Support group for teens with a family member or loved one impacted by cancer.

Meets at the Lewis Cancer Pavilion. Call for information. ongoing. 912-819-5704.

Nancy N. and J.C. Lewis Cancer & Research Pavilion, 225 Reynolds Ave. TEENS WITH NO ONE TO TURN TO Help for people ages 11-18, or concerned parents of teens. Park Place Outreach Youth Emergency Shelter. Call or see website. ongoing. 912-234-4048. parkplaceyes.org.

TRANS* SUPPORT GROUP Our meetings vary; we have discussions, watch documentaries, share stories, give out resources, plan community events, have social hour. Come check us out some time if you exist on the Trans* spectrum and are looking to help build community! Free third Sunday of every month. 843-368-4490. info@transcendentsSAV.org.

YOUNG SURVIVAL COALITION Young breast cancer patients and their 46 caregivers in the greater Savannah,

Hilton Head, and Coastal Georgia area are invited to join this group. Meetings include presentations from local medical community and discussions. Meetings conducted in the Conference Room of the Curtis and Elizabeth Anderson Cancer Institute. Saturdays, 4-6 p.m. 912-897-3933. memorialhealth.com/. Memorial Health University Medical Center, 4700 Waters Ave.

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BETHESDA SEEKS VOLUNTEER DOCENTS FOR NEW HISTORY MUSEUM/ VISITORS CENTER Bethesda seeks volunteer docents for their new visitors center/museum. Volunteer docents needed during regular museum hours, Thurs.-Sat. 10am-4pm. Docents will share Bethesda’s rich history and inspiring legacy with visitors from across the country and around the world. ongoing. 912-3512061. Elizabeth.brown@bethesdaacademy. org. Bethesda Academy, 9250 Ferguson Ave. CALL FOR TEENAGE VOLUNTEERS FOR DAVENPORT HOUSE’S JUNIOR INTERPRETER PROGRAM Davenport House Summer Junior Interpreter Program is open to students in grades 9 thru high school. This program develops the skills and knowledge necessary for a tour guide at the Museum. Participants may earn community service hours and receive public speaking experience. Limited number of spaces. Program dates and times: Tuesday, June 13 and Thursday evenings June 15 through July 27 (from 6 to 8 p.m.)

For information: 912/236-8097 or email jcredle@davenporthousemuseum.org www. davenporthousemuseum.org Through July 28. davenporthousemuseum.org. Davenport House, 324 East State St. CALL FOR VOLUNTEER DOCENTS FOR THE DAVENPORT HOUSE Davenport House offers volunteer docent/ tour guide training in July. This is a four week training program. The date and time will be determined by participants. Docents lead tours and assist with programs for people from around the world who visit the historic house. Call Rebecca Bustinduy at 236-8097 between the hours of 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. or email at RBustinduy@ davenporthousemuseum.org Through July 3. davenporthousemuseum.org. Davenport House, 324 East State St. CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS FOR BONAVENTURE Bonaventure Historical Society is looking for about a dozen people, each with three hours a month to spare and a willingness to meet, greet and assist visitors to Bonaventure Cemetery. Volunteer hours are 10 am to 1 pm and 1 pm to 4 pm on Saturdays and Sundays. Training for the visitors center and to become a BHS tour guide provided. For more information, contact our Volunteer Coordinator at ewoalo@hotmail.com or go to our website, www.bonaventurehistorical. org. ongoing. savannahga.gov/cityweb/ cemeteriesweb.nsf/cemeteries/ bonaventure.html. Bonaventure Cemetery, 330 Bonaventure Rd.

CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS FOR DOG FOSTER CARE GRRR (Georgia Rescue, Rehabilitation and Relocation) is in need of volunteers for its dog Foster Care Program. Fostering gives animals a second chance at life and allows them to receive temporary care from loving foster parents before finding their forever homes. It is a rewarding experience for both humans and pets in need. Please contact Kathryn at 912-656-5900 for more info. ongoing. No physical address given, none.

CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS FOR HOSPICE ANGELS Do you have a big heart and time to share?

Hospice Savannah is currently looking for amazing volunteers to make a difference in the lives of Hospice patients. Some of these patients have no family and would be forever grateful for the time you could share with them. Become a Hospice Angel to help individuals that are seriously ill and/ or Homebound. If you are interested in volunteering, call 912-748-6000 or email hospiceangels@affinishospice.org. ongoing. hospicesavannah.org/. Hospice Savannah, 1352 Eisenhower Dr. CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS FOR HOSPICE SAVANNAH Share your love, friendship and empathy with caregivers and hospice patients in their homes or nursing homes. Hospice Savannah is seeking caring volunteers to provide companionship and caregiver respite throughout Bryan, Chatham, Effingham, Liberty and Long counties. There are also opportunities to volunteer in our Hospice House on Eisenhower Drive, in our administrative offices or at Full Circle Grief and Loss Center off Chatham Parkway.

Please complete an application on-line at www.HospiceSavannah.org/volunteer or call the volunteer department at 912.355.2289 for more information. No prior experience is needed - just a loving heart. Volunteer training will be offered Monday, May 10 in the community education room at the rear of Hospice House from 8:30 am to 5 pm. Pre-registration is required. ongoing. hospicesavannah.org/. Hospice Savannah, 1352 Eisenhower Dr. CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS FOR PEGASUS RIDING ACADEMY Pegasus Riding Academy is looking for volunteers for their summer camp the weeks of June 5, June 19, June 26, July 10, and July 17. Camp is Monday through Friday, 9am-noon. Experience with horses or children is not necessary, but patience is required. For more information, call 907-4141236. Through July 17. prasav.org. Pegasus Riding Academy, 2828 Wicklow Street.

CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS FOR THE TYBEE ISLAND HISTORICAL SOCIETY AND LIGHTHOUSE Volunteers are the backbone to the Tybee Island Historical Society and Lighthouse.

Because we are a non-profit we rely on volunteers to help us succeed everyday.

If you’re interested in volunteering at the lighthouse please call Gus Rehnstrom at 912-785-5801 or email lhvolunteers@ yahoo.com. For more information visit: www.tybeelighthouse.org. ongoing. tybeelighthouse.org/. Tybee Island Lighthouse, 30 Meddin Ave.

CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS FOR WILMINGTON ISLAND FARMERS’ MARKET The Wilmington Island Farmers’ Market (WIFM) is looking for teen and adult volunteers to assist with their popular Spring Session. Every Saturday from now until the end of June, the WIFM will be open for local families to enjoy and the community to gather. Volunteers are needed most in the kids’ craft area, where children color, create and play fun games. Other volunteer opportunities include preparing the market for the arrival of special guests and closing the market after a successful day. To sign up for one of the three available time slots, please visit http://www.signupgenius. com/go/10c084aa5aa2caafb6-wifm.

Through June 24. Islands High School, 170 Whitemarsh Island Road.

DOCENTS AND VOLUNTEERS NEEDED AT FLANNERY O’CONNOR HOUSE Flannery O’Connor Childhood Home seeks additional volunteers and volunteer docents to help on Fridays and Saturdays, 1p-4pm, and for possible extended hours. Duties: greet visitors, handle admissions, conduct merchandise sales and help with tours.

Docent training and written narratives for reference during tours are provided. ongoing. 912-233-6014. haborrello@aol. com. flanneryoconnorhome.org. Flannery O’Connor Childhood Home, 207 E. Charlton Street.

DOLPHIN PROJECT SEEKS VOLUNTEERS Dolphin Project needs boat owners, photographers, and other volunteers to help with scientific research on the Atlantic Bottlenose dolphin along coastal Georgia.

Must be age 18 or older. Call or see website for info. ongoing. 912-232-6572. thedolphinproject.org.

GOOD SAMARITAN HEALTH CLINIC St. Joseph’s/Candler’s Good Samaritan Clinic in Garden City needs volunteer nurses, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, Spanish interpreters and clerical staff. The clinic serves people without insurance and those whose income is less than 200 percent of the federal poverty level. Call to volunteer. ongoing. 912-964-4326.

LIVE OAK PUBLIC LIBRARIES Volunteers needed to assist in a variety of ways at its branches in Chatham, Effingham, and Liberty Counties. Call or see website for info. ongoing. 912-652-3661. liveoakpl.org.

MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL VOLUNTEERS NEEDED St. Joseph’s/Candler’s St. Mary’s Health Center, a free clinic serving the uninsured, seeks physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, lab techs, and patient care techs.

Non-clinical volunteers needed to to schedule appointments. Contact Stephanie Alston. ongoing. 912-443-9409. St. Joseph’s/Candler--St. Mary’s Health Center, 1302 Drayton St. OATLAND ISLAND WILDLIFE CENTER Oatland Island Wildlife Center often needs volunteers. Call or see website for info. ongoing. 912-395-1500. oatlandisland.org. oatlandisland.org/. Oatland Island Wildlife Center, 711 Sandtown Rd.

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5 Peachtree Place Apt. 68 3bd/1ba, Appliances, central heat & air. $850/month 426 E. 38th St. Apt. C. (Habersham & Price) 2BR/1BA Apt. Appliances, central heat/ air, carpet $735/month.

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Mon-Sat 10am-5pm 1 Green Gate Ct. Apt. 56 Savannah, GA 31405 www.bnetmanagement.com WE ACCEPT SECTION 8

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Washer/Dryer on premises, cable TV, WiFi/ Internet. $130-$200/weekly.

Requirements: Pay stubs/ID. Call 912-677-0271 103 COASTAL PLACE @ TIBET 2BD/2BA Apartment.

Eat-in kitchen, large LR, washer/dryer connections, new paint and flooring. 6 closets, all electric. $800 /month. 912-655-4303.

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Off ACL Blvd. & Westlake Ave.

2 & 3BR, 1 Bath Apts. Newly Renovated, hardwood floors, carpet, ceiling fans, appliances, central heat/air, washer/dryer hookups. $625-$795/month for 2bdrs and $735-$895/month for 3bdrs.

912-228-4630 Mon-Sat 10am-5pm www. bnetmanagement.com WE ACCEPT SECTION 8 *For Qualified Applicants with 1+ years on Job.* RENT: 1510 East 53rd Street. 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath House. $950/ month plus $950/deposit. Call Mark @ 912-335-3211.

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11515 White Bluff Rd. 1BR/1BA, all electric, equipped kitchen, W/D connection. Convenient to Armstrong College. $695/ per month, $300/deposit.

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ROOMS FOR RENT - Ages 40 & better. $150 weekly. No deposit. Furnished rooms. All utilities included. On Busline.

Call 912-844-5995 SAVANNAH’S HOUSE OF GRACE

SENIOR LIVING AT IT’S BEST FOR AGES 50 & BETTER Shared community living for full functioning seniors ages 50 & above. Nice comfortable living at affordable rates.

Shared kitchen & bathroom.

All bedrooms have central heating/air and cable.

Bedrooms are fully furnished and private. Make this community one you will want to call home.

SAVANNAH’S HOUSE OF GRACE also has community housing with its own private bath. Different rates apply.

Income must be verifiable.

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Prices starting at $550.

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SHARED LIVING: Fully Furnished Apts. Ages 40 & better. $170 weekly. No deposit. All utilities included.

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6 PM – 11 PM

National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force Enjoy samples of great wine, gin,and bourbon and play the tables!

Music by DJ Boomer Lee • Cash bar available for other beverages

Complimentary cuisine provided by Chef Nick Mueller & Company.