Connect Savannah September 27, 2017

SEP 27-OCT 3, 2017 NEWS, ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT WEEKLY CONNECTSAVANNAH.COM

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Junie B. Jones

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THE WEIGHT BAND

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(former members of The Band, Levon Helm Band & Rick Danko Group)

Saturday, September 30th

Saturday, September 30th

(former members of The Band, Levon Helm Band & Rick Danko Group)

Outlaws with Special Guest Scooter Brown Band Saturday, October 7th

Doors: 7:00 pm / Show: 8:00 pm

Outlaws

The LACS Big Smo, Nappy Roots & Demun Jones Saturday, October 14th

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Mushroomhead with Unsaid Fate Monday, October 16th

Saturday, October 7th

Big Bad Voodoo Daddy Saturday, October 21st Corey Smith with Special Guest Friday, October 27th

Scooter Brown Band

Doors: 7:00 pm / Show: 8:00 pm

The LACS

Hinder Thursday, November 9th

Big Smo, Nappy Roots & Demun Jones

Big Mountain Friday, November 10th

Saturday, October 14th

Granger Smith with Morgan Wallen Thursday, November 16th Mother’s Finest w/Special Guest Thomas Claxton & The Myth Friday, November 17th

Lonestar with Special Guest, Military & First Responder Appreciation Concert Saturday, November 18th P.O.D. - Alien Ant Farm, PowerFlo, Fire From The Gods Friday, January 19, 2018 Saving Abel with Special Guest Thursday, February 22, 2018 Blue Oyster Cult with Special Guest Friday, February 23, 2018 Mike + The Mechanics Starring Mike Rutherford of Genesis Friday, March 23, 2018

Doors: 7:00 pm / Show: 8:00 pm

Mushroomhead with Unsaid Fate

Monday, October 16th

Doors: 7:00 pm / Show: 8:00 pm

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Thursday, November 9th

Big Mountain

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Friday, November 10th

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WEDNESDAY 9.27 Taking a Knee: A Discussion

Discuss the controversy over taking a knee during the national anthem with civil guidelines.

8 p.m.

Foundery Coffee Pub, 1313 Habersham St.

XEB

XEB brings together ex-original members of Third Eye Blind. Kevin Cadogan, Tony Fredianelli and Arion Salazar’s contributions span 17 years of the band’s history.

7 p.m.

Barrelhouse South, 125 W. Congress St. $15

Revival Fest

THURSDAY 9.28

SAT 9.28

Popular Americana/folk festival returns after a year hiatus. Bands include Blitzen Trapper, Big Sam’s Funky Nation, Ruby Velle and the Soulphonics, T. Hardy Morris, The Train Wrecks, and more.

2-11 p.m.

Georgia State Railroad Museum, 655 Louisville Road. revivalfest.org

Dancing with the Savannah Stars

This finale event features eight Savannah Stars dancing to provide hope and make a difference in the lives of abused and neglected children in Chatham County.

7 p.m.

Lucas Theatre for the Arts, 32 Abercorn St. $50

Film: The Graduate

It’s the 50th anniversary of Mrs. Robinson’s scandalicious seduction of disillusioned college grad Benjamin Braddock.

7 p.m.

The Tybee Post Theater, 10 Van Horne Ave. $10 tybeeposttheater.org

Comedy Planet presents Ian Aber SAT 9.30

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Ian Aber is a comedian, writer, actor and show producer based out of Atlanta, Georgia.

8:30 p.m.

The Wormhole, 2307 Bull St.

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History is Monumental Walking Tours

Massie offers the rare opportunity to walk where history was made during the Colonial, American Revolution and Civil War eras. You will hear some tales and anecdotes behind the monuments, statues and exquisite homes and discover who is buried beneath our beautiful squares, and why they are there.

6 p.m.

Massie Heritage Center, 207 East Gordon St. $15

Savannah Brunch Festival SUN 10.1

Savannah’s best establishments will create brunch inspired bites while guests indulge and enjoy beer, mimosas and Bloody Mary’s from our spirit sponsors.

12:30 p.m.

Red Gate Farms, 136 Red Gate Farms Trail,.

John Davis Florist 30th Anniversary

John Davis Florist is celebrating 30 years of business with a Grand Reopening and 30th Anniversary party with a fundraiser for Red Cross Relief Fund. Food and beverages are provided all day. Guests are encouraged to bring donations for the Red Cross Relief Fund.

12-9 p.m.

John Davis Florist, 2430 Abercorn St.

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Lecture: Political Earthquakes

The Savannah Council on World Affairs (SCWA) fosters individual awareness of, broadens community interest in, and promotes the study of international issues.

8 p.m.

Skidaway Island Presbyterian Church, 50 Diamond Causeway. l Free

#MadeinSAV Campaign Kickoff Party

The innovative, the homegrown hustle, tech and art and small business and food and more.

6 p.m.

Bull Street Labs, 2222 Bull St.

Mamie Ruth Kid’s Line Launch & Fundraiser Fashion Show

New handmade children’s clothing line with complimentary beverages, small bites, an adorable fashion show of the kid’s line, and 15% of all proceeds from the evening’s sales will be donated to flood victims on Tybee Island.

5-8:30 p.m.

Mamie Ruth | M. Liz Jewelry, 107 W. Liberty free

Theatre: The Revolutionists

The Revolutionists is a brutal comedic quartet about four very real women who lived boldly in France during the French Revolution’s Reign of Terror -30, 7:30 p.m.

Armstrong State, 11935 Abercorn St. $12

FRIDAY 9.29 Fire Brand Fridays Poetry Slam

This event features a poetry slam after the open mic - $20 to register for the slam and winner takes all! Hosted by Spitfire Poetry.

Last Friday of every month, 7 p.m.

Foxy Loxy Cafe, 1919 Bull St.

Songs from the Haunted Heart

The show with Chase and Friends explores ghosts in classic rock covers and originals. 100% of proceeds benefit Hurricanes Irma and Maria recovery.

7 p.m.

The Sentient Bean, 13 E. Park Ave. $7

Theatre: Junie B. Jones the Musical

Everybody’s favorite first grader is back in Junie B. Jones, the Musical.

7-8:30 p.m.

Savannah Children’s Theatre, 2160 East Victory Dr. e $12 students/seniors/military, $15 adults 912-238-9015 savannahchildrenstheatre.org

SATURDAY 9.30 #TybeeStrong Talent Show

Some of Tybee’s top musicians, singers, dancers and puppet masters (you know who!) are coming out to entertain you and benefit the Tybee Relief effort.

7-9 p.m.

Tybee Post Theater, 10 Van Horn. $10 tybeeposttheater.org

Comedy Planet presents Ian Aber

Ian Aber is a comedian, writer, actor and show producer based out of Atlanta, Georgia.

8:30 p.m.

The Wormhole, 2307 Bull St.

Fall Kickoff and Oktoberfest Release Celebrate the release of the seasonal Oktoberfest with brats and bingo. Doors open at 12PM. 12-9 p.m.

Coastal Empire Beer Co, 79 Ross Rd. $5 - $6 per pint

Film: Gladiator

This classic is part of the Movies You Must See Big series.

7 p.m.

Lucas Theatre for the Arts, 32 Abercorn St. $8

Forsyth Farmers Market

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

9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Forsyth Park forsythfarmersmarket.com

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

Revival Fest

Popular Americana/folk festival returns after a year hiatus. Bands include Blitzen Trapper, Big Sam’s Funky Nation, Ruby Velle and the Soulphonics, T. Hardy Morris, The Train Wrecks, and more.

2-11 p.m.

Georgia State Railroad Museum, 655 Louisville Road. revivalfest.org

Savannah Derby Devils

The Hostess City Hellions and the AllStars take on Greensboro.

5 p.m.

Civic Center, 301 West Oglethorpe Ave. $12, $2 children ages 4-12 CONTINUES ON P. 6

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Theatre: Junie B. Jones the Musical

Savannah State Homecoming Week

Tybee’s Got Talent

Theatre: Pippin

Everybody’s favorite first grader is back.

3-4:30 p.m.

Savannah Children’s Theatre, 2160 East Victory Dr. $12 students/seniors/military, $15 adults savannahchildrenstheatre.org

The legendary island talent show was resurrected at the Post’s Grand Opening weekend, and it’s back now for the third year in a row! The panel of celebrity judges hold the fate of Tybee’s Most Talented in their hands!

8 p.m.

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

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The Weight Band

Featuring former members of The Band, Levon Helm Band, and Rick Danko Group.

8 p.m.

The Stage on Bay, 1200 West Bay St. $20-$35 savconcerts.com

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Wilmington Island Farmer’s Market

Food trucks, including Chazito’s Latin Cuisine and Jenni’s Treats on the Streets, will augment selection of delicious food and artisan-crafted items available for purchase. is Puppy Palooza and a fundraiser for Southeastern Guide Dogs. 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Islands High, 170 Whitemarsh Island Road.

SUNDAY 10. 1 150th Anniversary of the ReLigthing of the Tybee Island Lighthouse

Come celebrate the historic re-lighting of Georgia’s oldest and tallest lighthouse.

There will be a re-lighting ceremony, live music by Roy Swindell, Low Country Boil

by The Crab Shack, silent auction, & two drink tickets per guest.

6:30 p.m.

Tybee Island Lighthouse, 30 Meddin Ave. $65 (general) $50 (members & lighthouse volunteers)

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Savannah Brunch Festival

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Savannah’s best establishments will create brunch inspired bites while guests indulge and enjoy beer, mimosas and Bloody Marys from our spirit sponsors.

12:30 p.m.

Red Gate Farms, 136 Red Gate Farms Trail,.

Savannah Songwriters Series

Featuring Jefferson Ross, Ben Wells, and Tim Malchak hosted by Roy Swindelle.

7 p.m.

The Sentient Bean, 13 E. Park Ave. $5

The week will be marked by multiple events, including music by Yo Gotti, lectures, networking events, a carnival, alumni gatherings and more.

Savannah State University, 3219 College St. savannahstate.edu/homecoming Part of the God on Broadway series, this performance tells the story of a young prince who longs to find passion and adventure in his life.

11:15 a.m.

Asbury Memorial Theatre, 1008 E. Henry St Free

Theatre: The Revolutionists

The Revolutionists is a brutal comedic quartet about four very real women who lived boldly in France during the French Revolution’s Reign of Terror 3 p.m.

Armstrong State, 11935 Abercorn St. $12

Theatre: Junie B. Jones the Musical Everybody’s favorite first grader is back.

3-4:30 p.m.

Savannah Children’s Theatre, 2160 East Victory Dr. $12 students/seniors/military, $15 adults savannahchildrenstheatre.org

MONDAY 10. 2 Odd Lot Improv: Monday Night Madness

Built around a series of improv games, the show relies on audience suggestions to put the players into hilarious characters and scenes to drive the show forward.

7:30 p.m.

Savannah Coffee Roasters, 215 West Liberty Street. $5

Tybee Island Farmers Market

Featuring a variety of produce, baked goods, honey, eggs, BBQ, sauces and dressings, popsicles, dog treats and natural body products. Artisans are also featured each week. The market is nonsmoking and pet friendly.

10 a.m.-1 p.m.

Tybee Island, Tybee Island.

WEDNESDAY 10. 4 Film: The Hostage

The Psychotronic Film Society salutes the life and amazing career of actor Harry Dean Stanton with an extremely rare public viewing of one of his earliest lead roles.

8 p.m.

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

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Game-changer on anthem protests?

BY JIM MOREKIS

jim@connectsavannah.com

IF YOUR Facebook feed was anything like mine over the weekend, you saw about 90 percent of all posts having something to do with the controversy over kneeling for the national anthem, pro or con or both.

There is no shortage of opinion on the matter, it being almost perfectly designed to hit on every major hot button in the nation’s ongoing, continuous culture war.

I try to stick to talking about what I know, which in this case involves the media and politics.

The main thing that really jumps out for me, across the spectrum of opinion, is how few people on either side of the debate this past weekend even mentioned the original purpose of kneeling for the anthem: To call attention to the use of excessive force by police which often disproportionately impacts people of color.

That’s it. That’s the original purpose of the anthem protest, as begun by NFL player Colin Kaepernick.

And at the center of this metamorphosis is a familiar controversial figure: President Trump.

If you paid attention to mainstream media over the weekend, you’d be struck by how uniformly they covered the controversy as a matter of the NFL vs. Trump, rather than how it began in the first place.

The battle lines are drawn all right, but not the way they were first laid out. It’s a real game-changer (pun intended).

I’m not one of these people who thinks Trump has a well-defined political strategy of four-dimensional chess.

I do think what he has are the innate instincts of a bully, which unfortunately can be pretty effective and hard to beat.

(Exhibit A: Clinton, Hillary Rodham.)

In this case, by thumbing out a few tweets, Trump managed within the space of a few minutes to transform a long overdue debate about police reform into a political debate about who is a real American, what it means to be an American, and what our collective symbols of America mean, or should mean, to most of us.

And as usual, the mainstream media and much of the public took the bait, probably with a predictable outcome.

Somewhere along the way, the American flag became not just the national symbol of freedom and liberty for all, but a representation of military force and reflexive patriotism for its own sake.

Contrary to popular belief, our starspangled banner – the flag, not the song – isn’t just a military banner or battle flag.

It represents freedom and independence, the things the military fights and dies for. They fight for those ideals on our behalf, not for the piece of cloth itself.

Genuine patriotism itself is a wonderful thing, but manufactured patriotism for its own sake is, well… manufactured.

That was why Kaepernick’s original protest, whether approved or disapproved, carried innate meaning. It was intentionally divisive, as protests are by definition.

Kneeling for the anthem is supposed to make people uncomfortable. It makes me uncomfortable! That is what political protest does.

Much of the debate that has followed, however, is falling along very predictable lines, with very predictable results.

Before this past weekend, one of the best-selling jerseys sold by the NFL was Kaepernick’s old San Francisco jersey.

The main thing that really jumps out, across the spectrum of opinion, is how few people on either side of the debate this past weekend even mentioned the original purpose of kneeling for the national anthem.

It wasn’t originally about the anthem.

It wasn’t originally about the flag.

It wasn’t originally about NFL teams continuing not to sign Kaepernick, though that seems to have spurred the most recent increase in displays of taking a knee in the NFL. And the protests certainly were never about the U.S. military, though suddenly that seems to be what we find ourselves “debating.”

Whether you agree or not with Kaepernick’s decision and actions — and I’m not here to tell you what to think either way — there is no question regarding his original intent.

But candidly, the number of people who can precisely define what the protest debate is really about seems to be dwindling by the minute.

What we’re seeing is the original debate about police brutality morphing into a debate over cultural and political conflicts, which unfortunately are even more difficult to address than police reform.

It’s not genius, but it is a very effective tactic that Trump continues to use, because it continues to work for him, and his opponents continue to fall for it time and again.

The fact that this fight is taking place against a backdrop of America’s favorite sport — at least for now — only serves to starkly highlight the differences of opinion.

Football, and the NFL in particular, has made literally billions of dollars for itself, its team owners, and its players by making the organization virtually synonymous with American patriotism.

So much so that the U.S. Defense Department pays the NFL for the right to market itself at football games!

Flyovers, enormous flags, color guard ceremonies, five-minute-long renditions of the national anthem, etc. You name it, if there is a patriotic display to be made, you’ve seen it along with many others at every high-profile football game in the country, the NFL first and foremost.

After this weekend, the best-selling jersey was that of Alejandro Villanueva, a U.S. Army Ranger veteran of three tours in Afghanistan who was the lone Pittsburgh Steeler to come out of the tunnel to stand for the national anthem, hand on his heart.

If you’re looking for signs of which way the political winds are blowing right now, that is the tea leaf you need to be reading.

Don’t say nobody warned you! And don’t be surprised if this whole thing ends up benefiting Trump.

In the meantime, the debate about police reform is going almost unmentioned, at least in the mainstream media.

And the mainstream media continues to obsessively cover Trump’s tweets and the reactions to them, which is both the laziest kind of “reporting” as well as the most short-sighted way to address real issues of real import.

Personally, that’s what I’m protesting the most these days. CS

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Eating the enemy

BY JESSICA LEIGH LEBOS

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THESE ARE demanding days for worriers, so many causes and catastrophes crowding our consciences.

Our hearts are with those suffering from the aftermath of the Mexico earthquake and South Asia floods, our donations sent to the resilient residents of Texas, Puerto Rico and the Caribbean islands who will be rebuilding their lives for months, even years.

Our hands are wringing over healthcare access and horrible-haired world leaders namecalling like preschoolers on the playground, waving around nuclear weapons instead of sticks and stones.

Our knees are down in solidarity with athletes putting their careers on the line for racial injustice, and our anxiety-induced acid reflux has become a permanent condition with the long-range vexations of ecological ruin, economic instability and I-16 drivers’ astounding inability to understand that the left lane is for passing only.

havoc in the Atlantic, feasting on young grouper and snapper and threatening commercial fisheries that provide food to millions. They’ve also decimated the parrotfish population that keeps the algae that attacks coral reefs under control, leading to the extinction of even more species.

A rack of venomous spines deters would-be enemies, allowing these aquatic gluttons to proliferate unchecked. One biologist describes lionfish as “biological pollution” that lay up to 50,000 eggs every few days and lay waste to fragile habitats faster than we can pollute them ourselves.

Legend has it that an aquarium full of these flamboyant little hellions got washed out to sea by Hurricane Andrew and started breeding madly; scientists now say it’s more likely that a few idiots released their unwanted pets into open waters after they murdered everything else in the fish bowl.

No matter who’s to blame, the striped savages have now disrupted coastal habitats to Caracas to Cape Hatteras, with no natural predators to beat them back.

That is, none but a certain soft-skinned, flat-toothed land mammal with access to fire and tasty marinades.

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Legend has it that an aquarium full of these flamboyant little hellions got washed out to sea by Hurricane Andrew and starting breeding madly; scientists now say it’s more likely that a few idiots released their unwanted pets into open waters after they murdered everything else in the fish bowl.

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It’s enough to make a person want to descend into darkness with all of the pumpkin spice things and stress eat until spring.

Of course, stuffing our faces doesn’t have a positive effect on a damn thing except the elastic waistband industry. Unless you’re a seafood lover who’s passionate about saving our oceans, in which case eating your feelings can actually make a direct impact.

Perhaps you’ve heard of lionfish, a fluttery-looking species native to the waters of western Australia and Polynesia that has been become a nasty nuisance since the first few were spotted off the coast of Florida in the mid-1980s. These carnivalcolored carnivores are now wreaking

cious space invaders can’t be completely eradiated, they’re encouraging everyone to take a stab at controlling the lionfish population with our forks.

For real, that’s the official strategy of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, which is developing better tools for bigger yields and sponsors “lionfish derbies” to promote hunting them as sport.

“We think the best solution is to eat them,” declares Dr. Steve Gittings, the chief scientist for NOAA’s Office of Marine Sanctuaries. “Not only does that solve the invasive species problem, it provides a sustainable food source that won’t run out anytime soon.”

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Pretty but deadly, malicious but delicious! Eat more lionfish! PHOTO BY COURTESY OF NOAA

underwater robot prototype that targets lionfish, and NOAA’s Dr. Gittings is developing the first commercial-grade lionfish trap using “fish aggregation devices” (FADs) to lure in lionfish—which average between one and two pounds each—in greater numbers.

“Once we can deliver a consistent supply, the market will sort itself out and prices will drop,” promises the marine biologist.

Once lionfish procurement is tackled, there’s still the matter of those venomous spines, which are still active after the fish isn’t. While a sting isn’t fatal to humans, it reportedly hurts like hell, and many seafood purveyors would rather not mess with them. There’s certainly a lucrative opportunity there for fast-handed fishmongers with the right technique, just as Charlie Russo Sr. helped corner the local market for shad in the 1970s and 80s by developing a speedy way to debone the seasonal fish.

Although apparently it’s a badge of honor to use one as a toothpick, those mean prickers are usually clipped when the lionfish arrives to a chef, who must still break down the body to its edible parts.

Chef Dusty Grove describes the process as removing “a lot of head” to yield 4-or-soounce filets.

“The key is having a very sharp knife,” he nods.

With all the worrisome circumstances on our plates these days, perhaps it’s bougie to suggest we can eat our way to a better world. Scarfing lionfish won’t rebuild Puerto Rico or muzzle the madmen or find Colin Kaepernick a job, but it can support the fishing industries of those devastated islands, spur innovations that create economic growth and bring balance back to underwater habitats.

So ask your favorite restaurants and fish counters to carry it, because it’s not every day we get to solve a serious problem by serving it with a nice vinaigrette.

Which reminds me, anyone know a good recipe for kudzu salad? CS

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Lionfish are a local issue as Gray’s Reef National Marine Sanctuary is just 50 miles off the coast from Savannah, and scientist Kim Roberson says her team removed 23 of them this summer during at two-week expedition on the R/V Nancy Foster.

“They’re kind of everywhere, and they eat everything,” laments Dr. Roberson of their effect on the bustling habitat that provides endless options for research.

Fortunately lionfish taste better than they behave, and I recently had the opportunity to binge on these “malicious but delicious” creatures at A Fishy Affair, the annual lionfish dinner benefitting the Gray’s Reef Foundation. The Landings’ executive chef Sam Brod, sushi king Jin Kang, Edgar’s Proof & Provisions executive chef Dusty Grove and Atlantic’s award-winning Lauren Teague prepared four remarkable dishes starring the surprisingly versatile and mild whitefish, which pairs well with everything from olive tapenade to tequila.

It was extra satisfying knowing that each bite meant a little less trouble in the world. Before gleefully devouring the destructive pests, my husband symbolically renamed his plates “Irma,” “Maria,” “Graham-Cassidy” and “Dotard.”

To corral these invasive suckers for good, however, consumption must be more than symbolic. It would be excellent if we could just snatch up a few lionfish fillets for an easy weekday supper (I’m thinking baked with lemon butter and capers over quinoa, ta-da.) But getting the rapacious little monsters from ocean to table isn’t so simple just yet.

First of all, lionfish generally ignore hooks and lines, making them hard to catch and therefore expensive, retailing for $10-15 per pound when it’s available. Spearing has been the most popular harvesting method, but the interest is spawning new innovations. The makers of the Roomba vacuum are testing an

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PLANNING FOR CLIMATE CHANGE

BY JASON COMBS HAVE YOU heard of The Fall Line? If you’ve been in the Southeast long enough, you should have. If you grew up in Georgia, it’s part of the 8th grade state history curriculum.

Here’s a reminder: The Fall Line is a region several miles across that marks the prehistoric shoreline. Land to the north of the line is higher in elevation than that to the south, causing rivers to pick up speed as they travel. This zone was instrumental in the early development of the state because of river travel and water power.

for commerce and transportation, and as storms kick in, as water levels rise they are the first to go and we don’t have a system, we don’t have a civilization with the capacity to pick up a city and move it inland 20 miles. This is happening faster than our ability to respond. That could have huge economic consequences.

Do we not have the capacity? Or have we just not tried it yet? We have allies that we might look to for pointers on resettling large numbers of people (especially considering the size of the country) – the Israelis.

I bring up the Israelis not to make any political statement about the occupation, but to draw attention to the feasibility of government-directed programs to create new towns and cities from scratch to house massive numbers of people, under adverse conditions.

In Israel’s case it is to settle citizens

Israeli government has created about 120 new cities, towns, and villages therein, housing between 721,000 and 771,000 citizens.

Between 280,000 and 330,000 of these were placed just since 2004. That’s as many as 1/3 of a million people in 13 years, in cost-efficient, compact developments where safety and evacuation are of the utmost concern.

Israel has about 8.5 million citizens and another 2.7 million non-citizen inhabitants of the Occupied Territories (yes, Palestinians). That’s 11.2 million people.

Georgia has a population of 10.3 million, with about 650,000 of those living in the coastal counties.

Not all coastal dwellers need to be relocated (at least not yet) and we have A LOT more land to work with. We can do this.

improvements.

Keep it to maintenance only, which will also have to cease at some point in the future. Sorry, Tybee, no new bridge improving access to the island. Resources need to be shifted inland, as does your population.

I’m not saying this as some callous inlander that doesn’t understand coastal living. I was brought to a home on a bayou off the Gulf Coast, after being born in a hospital that was (and still is) on a bayou.

My parents remain in that bayou house, and it is insured under the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP).

But the NFIP is one of our biggest problems, allowing people to live in dangerous areas without paying the true cost for their level of risk, and paying them to rebuild in the same spot when damage is incurred.

The NFIP encourages unsustainable

Let that sink in – the prehistoric shoreline. In other words, the reason that the Georgia shoreline doesn’t presently run from Columbus, to Macon, to Augusta, is because there’s a lot of water locked up in the icecaps, and to a lesser degree in glaciers.

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Let that sink in – the prehistoric shoreline. In other words, the reason that the Georgia shoreline doesn’t presently run from Columbus, to Macon, to Augusta, is because there’s a lot of water locked up in the icecaps, and to a lesser degree in glaciers.

These icecaps and glaciers are slowly starting to melt. Not so slowly in some cases. The Atlantic Ocean wants the coastal plain back.

I bring up The Fall Line to offer a little perspective. Our immediate predicament with coastal development is caused by sea level change measured in inches.

That’s a drop in the bucket considering there’s enough water on this planet to move to coast almost 200 miles inland from our present location. Add to that the strengthening of hurricanes. It’s time to start taking coastal adaptation seriously. It’s time to start playing the long game.

Here’s Neil deGrasse Tyson, September 20th, 2017 on CNN’s GPS with Fareed Zakaria: The longer we delay, the more - I worry we might not be able to recover from this, because our greatest cities are on the oceans and 12 water’s edges historically,

(many of them new immigrants) on disputed territory. In our case it would be to accomplish what is increasingly being referred to as “managed retreat” – getting the most vulnerable, those living in flood zones, out of harm’s way before the next big storm, and onto higher ground that should be safe for the foreseeable future (we can argue about where that is later).

Think Israel is a bad comparison? Let’s look at the numbers and the timeline.

Since taking the West Bank, East Jerusalem, and the Golan Heights in 1967’s Six-Day War, the

Of course, people won’t like it. They’ll hate it. There will be a great deal of resistance. But the alternative is to carry on “as normal,” rebuilding as before, behaving as before, until what happened in Barbuda and Puerto Rico happens on the Georgia sea islands, and other similarly vulnerable areas that we should no longer be inhabiting.

I’m not saying that people need to be removed against their will, but government support for doomed settlement patterns needs to start being scaled back - no more big investments in new infrastructure

development. And the risks to flood zones are becoming worse. Look at Houston.

(I highly recommend the Bloomberg article by Stephen Mihm on this subject: “America’s Self-defeating Cycle of Floods and Federal Aid.”) But as the government takes away with one hand (flood insurance and coastal infrastructure) it should give with the other – buyouts of endangered properties and subsidies for those agreeing to move inland to new developments (Israel subsidizes rents in settlements, by the way).

Those who spurn these offers and instead choose to pull a Lieutenant Dan (“Blow, you son-of-a-bitch!!”) should be allowed to stay as long as they like, but with the understanding that there will be no further help from the public sector.

If you fail to see the need to change behaviors in the face of changing threats, if you place attachment to prior convention over common sense, I have a book recommendation for you. Jared Diamond’s Guns, Germs, and Steel, is about the advantages that allowed some civilizations to succeed over others. The follow-up is about the opposite side of the coin – civilizations that couldn’t or wouldn’t adapt to changing circumstances.

Its title is Collapse. CS

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Savannah Skatepark shredding at Lake Mayer

Concrete dream finally realized with grassroots grit

BY JESSICA LEIGH LEBOS

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The new skatepark is located at Lake Mayer next to the existing hockey rink. PHOTO COURTESY OF THOMAS & HUTTON ENGINEERING

14 Kids of all ages are welcome at the public facility. PHOTO BY JESSICA LEIGH LEBOS

Skatepark founder Ben Maher has been working on the project for over a decade.

PHOTO BY JESSICA LEIGH LEBOS

PLASTIC WHEELS shriek on metal and scrape concrete like nails on a blackboard, punctuated by the occasional thud of bones hitting pavement.

It’s a tortured symphony that Savannah Skatepark organizer Ben Maher has been waiting to hear for almost a decade.

“It’s like music to my ears,” he grins as a board loses its rider and strikes the curved wall with a loud thwack.

A Savannah native and lifelong skater, the 37 year-old Maher has headed up the effort to build this community recreational resource since 2004, first on Tybee Island, then on a piece of county-owned land next to Lake Mayer. Former Chatham County Commission Chair Pete Liakakis helped Maher and his group secure a 20-year lease on the property in 2010, but no funds were allotted to build the concrete course.

“We should have worked it out as a tourist attraction, it would have gotten a bigger budget. Or any of kind of budget,” says Maher wryly.

Skateboarding’s early ‘90s reputation as a social nuisance has transformed with the advent of public skateparks, the result of partnerships between communities and the private sector with a shared mission of serving the area’s youth.

“If your city doesn’t have a skatepark, your city IS a skatepark,” is the rallying cry of advocacy groups that argue sanctioned parks curtail skaters’ habit of riding handrails and shredding in unwanted spaces.

While Bluffton, Charleston, Portland and myriad other cities have dedicated millions to funding their public skateparks, no local municipal entities or corporate givers saw value in giving kids a free

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place to skate. Maher and his dedicated “Twenty years ago, I never thought such team of grassroots patrons slowly built up a thing would be a reality,” continues Stanthe coffers themselves with a series of art ton. “But then again, I also never thought auctions and band benefits. Other fundWal-Mart would have a freezer dedicated raisers over the years have included oyster to vegetarian food or Misfits t-shirts in the roasts, pizza parties and video premieres. clothing section.”

The effort received huge boosts from A grand opening for the Savannah designer Marc Jacobs, who donated a porSkatepark is scheduled for this Saturday, tion of t-shirt sales that garnered more Sept. 30, likely attended by some of the than $100,000 towards the project, and the elected officials who wouldn’t dedicate a Tony Hawk Foundation, which awarded single dollar to the project. a $25,000 check to the Savannah effort, “I’m glad we did it without them. It’s the largest prize the celebrity’s charity more punk rock, it’ll always have that DIY bestows. ethic,” shrugs Maher.

Thousands of dollars were still needed The grommets had their wheels up when the project broke ground in 2015, the minute the cement was dry, and the and the rest of the park’s final $225,000 park has been loud with grinds and nose price tag came slides ever since. from Savannah’s On a recent sunny small business Sunday morning, community. several families “The local busiwere hanging out nesses really at the lake, the kids stepped up, and rolling around the kept stepping up,” pockets and parents says Maher, citing lounging on the Brighter Day Natubleachers. ral Foods, North Sherrie and Eric Beach Bar & Grill Breen watched as and Vinnie Van Gotheir three sons— Go’s as solid supIan, 13, Von 10, and porters from the Fin, 8—bobbed beginning. among the seasoned “The people who skaters, who gave didn’t have the them a wide berth money to give are as they executed the ones that gave.” more complicated During the long moves. The couple stretch between remarked that havBen Maher watches Justin Kesler catch air the lease signing ing a free, accessible and concrete pour- over the new Savannah Skatepark. spot to shred helps ing, the grassroots PHOTO BY JESSICA LEIGH LEBOS their boys burn off organizer and extra energy and heavy metal bassist finished his Master’s allows everyone to enjoy the outdoors. degree in Marine Biology, got married and “This is our second time here this secured a legit job with the Dept. of Natuweekend,” laughed Sherrie. “Everyone ral Resources, but he never let go of his has been so welcoming, and the older, labor of love. more experienced kids will give tips and “So many times, I wanted to give up,” encouragement.” recalls Maher, shaking his head as 21 yearMaher was out there, too, though mulold Justin Kesler catches air over one of tiple reconstructive surgeries on his left the park’s basins. “Seeing them out there knee keep him from reenacting the kickshredding makes it all worth it.” flips of his youth. Still, he’s content that The 7500 square-foot course of rails, this long held dream is finally a concrete ramps and quarter pipes was designed and reality. built by Orlando-based Team Pain, whose “I hope it inspires people to be more staff hauled equipment and smoothed active, both physically and in grassroots rough edges in the heat and rain for six projects,” he mused as another group of weeks this summer. Due to delays caused kids climbed the hill.

by Hurricane Irma, the area surrounding “This is going to serve a lot of people.” CS the concrete pad remains bald, but Hutton’s Landscapes will soon be replacing the SAVANNAH SKATEPARK GRAND OPENING When: 10am, Saturday, Sept. 30 dirt with donated time and materials.

“It is really cool that we now have a skate- Where: Lake Mayer, park at that beautiful park by the lake,” 1850 E. Montgomery Cross Rd. marvels folk artist Scott “Panhandle Slim” Info: savannahskatepark.com Stanton, a former professional skateboarder who calls Team Pain founder Tim Payne “The Frank Lloyd Wright of skateparks.”

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Revival Fest — Enjoy live music, BBQ, craft beer, and more. Sept. 30, 2-11 p.m. $34.50 Georgia State Railroad Museum.

First Friday in Starland— A monthly art walk featuring galleries, restaurants, boutiques and more. Free first Friday of every month, 6-9 p.m. Starland District, 40th and Bull.

Savannah Pride/Pride in Savannah: Downtown Takeover— Celebrate the LGBT community at this three-day event with fun, music, and friends. Oct. 26-28. Oct. 26 is the Masqueerade Ball at Mansion on Forsyth starting at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 28 sees live music in Ellis Square starting at 2:45 pm featuring headliner Estelle. The official afterparty is at Ghost Coast Distillery at 10 p.m. For info and tix go to www.savannahpride.com

Great Ogeechee Seafood Festival— Headliners 38 Special. Sample some of the best seafood you will find anywhere, enjoy live entertainment, a carnival and arts and

Savannah Film Festival— The Savannah College of Art and Design presents the annual festival, filled with cinematic creativity from both award-winning professionals and emerging student filmmakers. Each year more than 50,000 people attend the eight-day SCAD Savannah Film Festival. The festival is host to a wide variety of competition film screenings, special screenings, workshops, panels and lectures. Oct. 28-Nov. 4. filmfest.scad.edu., various venues downtown

Savannah Brunch Festival— Savannah’s best establishments will create brunch inspired bites while guests indulge and enjoy beer, mimosas and Bloody Mary’s from our spirit sponsors. Sun., Oct. 1, 12:30 p.m. Red Gate Farms, 136 Red Gate Farms Trail Tybee Pirate Fest— Turn yourself into a pirate and spend the weekend on Tybee.

There are lots of activities for families, loads of entertainment and a Thieves Market filled with treasure. The festival grounds have grown to encompass the entire South Beach Parking Lot by the Tybee Pier from Tybrisa Street to 18th Street. Oct. 5-8. tybeeisland.com/pirates.

Shalom Y’all Jewish Food Festival— Attendees get to enjoy a taste of ethnic Jewish cuisine as well as live music and dancing. Free Sun., Oct. 29, 11 a.m. Monterey Square Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon— The popular annual run includes a marathon, half marathon, 5k, 1 mile, and a relay. Headliners at free concert in Forsyth Park at noon are Fitz and the Tantrums. Nov. 4-5. runrocknroll. com.

Oktoberfest— Enjoy German brews and cuisine, wiener dog races, stein races, arts and crafts, and football. Oct. 6-8. riverstreetsavannah.com/. River Street Savannah Zine Fest— The first Savannah Zine Fest will bring together DIY enthusiasts, zine-makers and independent publishers for a day of selling, buying and trading. Free Sat., Oct. 7, 10 a.m. PULP Bookstore and Gallery, 412 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive.

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Food Day Festival— The Savannah Food Day Festival is the largest in the nation and celebrates sustainable, accessible and healthy foods. The free event includes a farmers market, educational workshops, top local bands, art activities, food vendors and more. Free Sat., Oct. 7, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. fooddaysavannah.org. Daffin Park, 1198 Washington Ave. Greek Festival— The 67th annual celebration will feature homemade Greek food, desserts, drinks, dancing and music.

Guests may also enjoy visiting the outdoor marketplace and taking guided church tours. Oct. 12-14, 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Savannah Hellenic Center, 14 West Anderson Street.

Scenes from previous Food Day Festival.

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crafts. Hosted by the The Richmond Hill/ Bryan County Chamber of Commerce.

Fri., Oct. 20, 5 p.m., Sat., Oct. 21, 10 a.m. and Sun., Oct. 22, 11 a.m. Richmond Hill City Center, 520 Cedar Street.

Graveface Anniversary Block Party— Sat., Oct. 21, 5 p.m. graveface.com/. Graveface Records & Curiosities, 5 W. 40th Street.

Isle of Hope Art and Music Fest— This festival hosts Savannah-based artists, vendors, non-profits, and live music. Sat., Oct. 21, 10 a.m. iohmarina.com/. Isle of Hope Marina, 50 West Bluff Dr.

Graveface Fright Fest— Graveface and the Tybee Post Theater present the Graveface Fright Fest film festival. From 1pm-close the beautiful and historic Tybee Post Vintage Market Days of Savannah— Vintage Market Days is an upscale vintage-inspired Theatre will be turned into a Halloweenthemed spectacle. $20 in advance, $25 day market featuring original art, antiques, of the show; $50 VIP package. Sat., Oct. 28, clothing, jewelry, home decor, and much 1 p.m. 912-472-4790. The Tybee Post Themore. Oct. 13-15. savtcc.com. Savannah International Trade & Convention Center, ater, 10 Van Horne Ave. 16 1 International Dr.

Savannah Film Festival. PHOTO BY GEOFF L. JOHNSON

Hopped Up on Georgia Brews— Hopped Up on Georgia Brews craft beer tasting will take place along the Savannah Waterfront featuring offerings from a variety of Georgia Breweries. Tickets include souvenir glass,event T-Shirt, unlimited tastings, live music, and appetizers. $40 Sat., Nov. 4. riverstreetsavannah.com, River Street Midnight Garden Ride— This casuallypaced, police-escorted ride travels through Savannah’s most beautiful neighborhoods, then returns to Grayson Stadium for a concert, food and beverages, and fun. All proceeds benefit the non-profit Savannah Bicycle Campaign. Sat., Oct. 21, 6 p.m. thesavannahbananas.com. Grayson Stadium, 1401 East Victory Dr.

Savannah Food and Wine Festival— Nov. 6-12. The Savannah Food & Wine Festival celebrates the best the south has to offer in the quintessential southern, hostess city. The festival brings together culinary excellence, leading culinary professionals, winemakers, beverage experts and more in several epicurean events throughout the entire week. savannahfoodandwinefest. com. westinsavannah.com/. Westin Savannah Harbor Golf Resort & Spa, 1 Resort Drive.

Savannah Children’s Book Festival— Children from all over have the opportunity to stroll down beautiful Forsyth Park’s paths and get up close and personal with local authors, indie authors, and others from all over. Sat., Nov. 18, 10 a.m. Forsyth Park Christmas on the River— Celebrate the most wonderful time of the year on the river. Free Dec. 1-3. riverstreetsavannah. com/. River Street

Is the West kidding itself about the good intentions of Islam? On one hand many followers of Islam, especially in the West, claim it’s a religion of peace. On the other hand, in majority-Islamic countries, huge chunks of the population are all about going to holy war with the West and striking as many deadly blows as possible. Are we fooling ourselves about the peaceful nature of Islam if this focus on jihad is at its philosophical core?—Astro LET’S NOT be alarmist. Islam has roughly 1.5 billion adherents. I haven’t taken a recent head count, but surely 99 percent wish their non-Muslim neighbors nothing but the best.

OK, that leaves 15 million who may have other ideas. Worrisome? Yes. Cause for panic here in the West? No. If we unpack jihad, the subject of immediate concern, we find there’s much we can work with.

Likewise, Islamic fundamentalism is potentially our friend. Why, look how well it’s worked out in the case of Iran.

IRAN? YOU’RE NUTS! THEY’RE THIS CLOSE TO HAVING NUKES! THEY EXPORT TERRORISM! THEY OPPRESS WOMEN! THEY THINK WE’RE THE GREAT SATAN! Now, now. Iran isn’t my notion of the ideal society. I’m saying it’s a step on the road. Back to that later. First some basics.

Jihad, commonly interpreted as “holy war,” literally translates as “struggle.” A sizable body of Islamic tradition, dating back to the 11th century, distinguishes two types of jihad. “Greater jihad” is the inner struggle against unworthy impulses.

“Lesser jihad” means fighting the infidel.

It’s reasonably clear jihad in the military sense is the original connotation of the term, with jihad as spiritual struggle grafted on later.

But Islam doesn’t have a central doctrinal authority; it’s got competing schools of thought. Sure, plenty of Islamists think they have a religious duty to wage war against unbelievers in the West. So what?

Ideas don’t drive passions; passions drive ideas. It doesn’t matter what the “real” meaning of jihad is: those determined to see it as a mandate for violence are going to do so.

But a billion-plus other Muslims don’t see it like that—and they’ve got long-standing (if disputed) doctrinal support. That’s the comeback to dire claims that Islam isn’t a “religion of peace.” Of course it isn’t.

No world religion is inherently anything; it’s what its adherents make of it. Christianity, with its own impressive history of violence, can today be said to have a sizable peace-loving wing. So can Islam.

That brings us to Islamic fundamentalism. Has it been the seedbed for radical Islamic terrorism, to use a phrase some like to trumpet? Yup. Is sharia law a medieval throwback? Yup again. Are death-toAmerica sentiments more common among fundamentalist than than non-fundamentalist Muslims? Likely so.

But you know what? Setting aside your al-Qaeda/ISIS/Taliban suicide-bomber types, we can work with these guys. Take our buddies in Iran.

In 1979, in the midst of the hostage crisis, Iran was the U.S.’s worst nightmare.

Today? Yes, there’s the nukes, oppression of women, etc. But look at the bright side. This is a stable theocratic regime.

It appears to have a modicum of popular support, due largely to Islamic fundamentalism. It’s not a North Korea-style police state; on the contrary, they hold elections where sometimes the candidate we like wins.

Let’s not get goofy. If I’m the leader of a Western democracy, I’m not inviting the Iranian theocrats on a long fishing trip. But can we do business with them? I’d want to count the change, but sure. They’re running a country; they have much to lose.

They’ve got an intelligible goal, namely regional dominance, which admittedly puts them in the crosshairs of many others in the Middle East.

Of such ingredients are bargains made, and we’ve made them. Will they hold up?

No idea. But I like the chances better than I would with Islamic State.

In short, we need to be realistic. Can Islamic teachings be read as supporting violence? Undeniably. Is holy war the heart and soul of the religion? Fanatics think so, but every public-opinion survey I’ve seen shows most Muslims reject violence.

Sharia law, it’s true, enjoys broad support, accounting for the majority of believers in many Islamic countries, according to Pew Research. Sharia means tension with the West but not necessarily outright hostility. Iran’s not a U.S. fan, but Saudi Arabia, equally fundamentalist (and no less problematic), is our ally.

Look, you play the cards you’re dealt.

Peace? Not happening soon. But if you’re panting for war to the death with 20 percent of the planet, that’s easy: act like that’s what we’re in now.

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17-year-old arrested, charged with Sept. 13 murder

Savannah-Chatham Metropolitan Police Department “worked in conjunction with the United States Marshals Service to arrest a 17-year-old man for murder,” an SCMPD spokesperson says.

Through investigative efforts, SCMPD detectives “located Tanaiveon Johnson, 17, at Edgewater Trace Apartments in the 10700 block of Abercorn Street. SCMPD’s SWAT team arrived around 4:00 p.m. and later took Johnson into custody without incident. Johnson was wanted for felony murder, in connection with the September 13 death of Arraffi Williams, 18,” police say.

Around 12:00 p.m. on September 13, “officers responded to a shooting call in the area of East 31st Street and Bee Road.

Upon arrival, they found Williams suffering from life-threatening injuries. He succumbed to his injuries at the scene.”

Investigators determined that Williams was in the area with Johnson at the time of the shooting. Johnson and Williams were involved in an exchange of gunfire with another group of subjects in the area.

At least one party from each group fired shots.

Williams was struck during the exchange.

Investigators say they found that Johnson’s felonious actions during the incident led to Williams’s death. He was charged with one count of felony murder and three counts of aggravated assault.

Metro seeks suspect info in Wheaton Street sexual assault

The Savannah-Chatham Metropolitan Police Department’s Special Victims Unit is investigating a sexual assault that occurred in the 1600 block of Wheaton Street on September 23.

The 16-year-old female victim told detectives she accepted a ride from a man she did not know, who then drove her to the 1600 block of Wheaton Street and sexually assaulted her.

The suspect is described as a tall black male in his mid-20s. He had long dreadlocks that he wore in a ponytail, and tattoos on both arms. He was driving a red sedan with tinted windows and silver rims.

Anyone with information on the suspect’s identity or this case is asked to contact police. A confidential tip line directly to investigators is open at (912) 525-3124.

SCMPD stresses importance of securing automobiles

Police ask the public to secure their vehicles to assist in reducing the number of entering auto and vehicle theft cases.

Last week there were 11 auto thefts and 22 entering auto cases reported to SCMPD. Of the 11 auto thefts, only one victim reported the vehicle had been properly secured. Five told officers the vehicles were left unlocked, several of which also had keys left inside. Of the 22 entering auto cases, only four vehicles were secured. Six were reportedly unsecured, and seven victims told officers they were not certain if the vehicles were secured. Three firearms were reported stolen during the incidents.

Taking your key and locking your vehicle doors is one of the best ways to prevent auto theft and entering auto cases.

“Many of these thefts are crimes of opportunity,” said APO Sharif Lockett, a Crime Prevention Officer in the Islands Precinct. “In many cases, the offenders are searching for vehicles that have been left unsecured, have valuables left in plain sight or are left running.”

Police also advise that people never leave their vehicles unattended and running for any amount of time. Officers frequently see cases where vehicles are stolen while left running to “warm up” on cold mornings or at locations, like gas stations.

Prevention Tips: Always lock your vehicle and hide your items.

Never leave your vehicle unattended and running.

Never keep a spare key in your vehicle even if the doors are locked.

Bring firearms inside at night and secure them in a safe spot away from children.

Park in well-lit area, if possible.

TIU investigates crash on Truman

Officers responded to a report of a single-car crash on Truman Parkway, near the Eisenhower Drive exit, at approximately 10:00 p.m. on September 21.

A car was traveling north on Truman Parkway, approaching the Eisenhower Drive exit. The driver attempted to pass another car, and lost control of the vehicle.

Rickey Byse, 54, was transported to the hospital for his injuries. He is listed in critical, but stable, condition at this time.

TIU investigates crash on I-16

Officers responded to a report of a single-car crash on Interstate 16, near the Chatham Parkway exit, at approximately 5:10 p.m. on September 21.

A car was traveling east on I-16, approaching the Chatham Parkway exit, when the driver lost control of the vehicle.

Emily Hollombe, 19, was transported to the hospital for her injuries. She is listed in critical, but stable, condition at this time.

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AFTER a year off, Music File Productions’ celebration of Southern soul, grit, and twang has returned to Georgia State Railroad Museum.

Live music is the festival’s heart, but the full day of activities is also characterized by delicious food, bourbons, and craft brews, making a rich and sensory experience of the bash.

THE BANDS Blitzen Trapper

Portland’s own Blitzen Trapper returns to Savannah. Music File Productions has previously brought the beloved folk-rock five-piece to town to perform a one-off show at The Jinx and headline Savannah Stopover Music Festival in 2016.

The band has released eight studio albums via Lidkercow Ltd., Sub Pop, and Vagrant and three live albums. In 2017, Blitzen Trapper will release Wild and Reckless, the anticipated follow-up to 2015’s All Across This Land.

Big Sam’s Funky Nation

Experience the music, tradition, and thrill of The Big Easy with Big Sam’s Funky Nation. Mixing funk, rock ‘n’ roll, hip-hop, and jazz, the group is led by former Dirty Dozen Brass Band member Big Sam. In his own group, Sam sings, rips on trombone, and leads his dynamic band. He prides the group on their ability to play for everyone and reach fans with varied musical tastes.

Joined by his favorite New Orleans players, including Andrew “Da Phessah” Baham on trumpet and vocals, Alfred Jordan on drums, Jerry “Jblakk” Henderson on bass, and Keenan McRae on guitar, Big Sam and his boys are ready to get the crowd moving and shaking.

E. Baxter, and Charleston Jazz Orchestra Artistic Director and Conductor Charlton Singleton on trumpet, the Carolina natives are making waves throughout the country.

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Powerhouse Ruby and her band are keeping funk, soul, and Motown love alive.

Check out our interview with Ms. Velle on page __.

Another returning favorite, WinstonSalem-based singer-songwriter Caleb Caudle, continues to earn widespread praise for his evocative Southern storytelling.

He’s currently working on a new record, Crushed Coins, which will be released later this year.

Cale Tyson

Hardy & The Hardknocks

Ruby Velle & The Soulphonics

He’s young, but Cale Tyson has an old soul. A love of vintage country shines through in his original stylings and on his 2017 record Careless Soul. Recorded at the legendary FAME studios in Muscle Shoals, Alabama, the record earned praise from country aficionados as well as titans of the industry like Rolling Stone.

Ranky Tanky

Charleston quintet Ranky Tanky is keeping Gullah tradition alive through their music. With additional influence from jazz, R&B, blues, gospel, and folk music, Ranky Tanky reimagines playful game songs, shouts, spirituals, and lullabies from the sounds of the South Carolina’s Sea Islands.

Featuring Quiana Parler, a vocalist who competed on American Idol and toured nationally with Clay Aiken, in-demand guitarist Clay Ross, Kevin Hamilton, a bassist who’s performed with Charleston Jazz Orchestra, Rene Marie, and more, Grammy-nominated drummer Quentin

T. Hardy Morris has become a Savannah favorite. The Dead Confederate member has been involved in a variety of bands outside of the band that got him his big start, and Hardy & The Hardknocks showcases slide guitar, fuzz, and a full-band approach.

Blackfoot Gypsies

Nashville rockers Blackfoot Gypsies are regular visitors to Savannah’s club scene, so catching them in the unique setting of Georgia State Railroad Museum will be a unique opportunity. The quartet offers swamp-blues, hillbilly-funk, punk, and shades of classic rock. Founded by Matthew Paige and Zach Murphy, Blackfoot Gypsies released a new album, To the Top, in 2017. Songs like “Everybody’s Watching” and “Potatoes and Whiskey” are rocking roadhouse numbers primed for bourbon-shooting and dancing.

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Savannah’s own “local boys done good” sound great playing their rollicking country rock on any stage, but a festival experience with ‘em is something else. Plus, The Train Wrecks in a museum dedicated to antique trains? Bring it on.

Above: Hardy & The Hardknocks. Below: Cale Tyson.

Bottles & Cans

The Savannah group, led by Ray Lundy, brings the blues to the stage with raw spirit, harmonica riffing, and old-school flair.

Sweet Thunder Strolling Band

A rotating cast of local musicians performs in Sweet Thunder Strolling Band, a laidback marching band most often seen leading the parade at the Flannery O’Connor Childhood Home’s birthday celebration. The band will perform throughout the day at Revival Fest.

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Ruby Velle & The Soulphonics share new songs at Revival Fest

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IN LITTLE Five Points, the offbeat Atlanta neighborhood brimming with vintage clothiers, record shops, and live music venues, there’s a little studio tucked away near The Variety Playhouse.

Diamond Street Studios is home to Ruby Velle & The Soulphonics, the dynamic eight-piece group that’s been lighting up stages for ten years. Within those walls, the band rehearses and records, and for five years, they’ve poured their energy into their long-awaited second album: State of All Things.

Rather than revive the template of vintage Motown and Stax records, Velle and The Soulphonics let those influences course through them while bringing their own modern stylings to the sound. The band’s debut album, It’s About Time, was heralded for its refreshing, yet timeless, feel, and the single “My Dear” scored a quarter-million downloads on iTunes.

The success landed them in the top 30 on Billboard’s Heatseeker charts and #4 on the iTunes R&B charts.

For their Savannah debut, the band looks forward to sharing new songs from State of All Things, due in 2018. We chatted

with Velle about the band’s growth, making sacrifices to build the perfect studio, and the thrill of creative expression.

After releasing your first album and playing out for years, what did you want to bring to this new album?

How’s the sophomore album coming?

As a band, I think we just wanted to express something that was both a little different and also true to the roots of the genre. We’ve done a really good job of that with State of All Things, sonically, and from a perspective lyrically. I feel like it’s a poignant album on the heels of It’s About Time…unfortunately, in this political landscape, we’ve continued to go wayward, and some of those songs reflect that downward spiral. But some songs are more hopeful. “State of All Things,” the title track, is about believing there’s an inherent string of goodness throughout humanity, calling it out, seeing that light for what it is. That’s something we can do as a band.

It’s completed! We have some singles rolling out soon. Toward November, we’ll release “Broken Woman,” and we’re shooting a video for that. Early next spring, we’ll release State of All Things. We’re superexcited to finally share it with you guys.

It seems like y’all have a really great studio and practice space in Atlanta to make the album in.

Yeah, Diamond Street Studios. It was a really collaborative effort between me and Scott Clayton, who’s our guitarist, Spencer Garn, our keyboardist and co-producer, who worked with Scott and I. The three of us have shaped and molded our sound over the last few years for this album in a way that many bands don’t get to do because they don’t have the opportunity to be in the studio making an album for hours upon end. Spencer sold his car to pay for the equipment and we’ve all made various sacrifices in order to get to that studio space. It’s the band’s, and we pay for it, and it’s an amazing resource to have.

sensibilities in the music. How do you achieve that?

We have Moog synthesizers on the new album, phasers, drum parts that haven’t really been explored, so we’re dipping out of our truly analog approach. It’s a blend of old and new.

You’ve been together for some time now. How has your dynamic as a band changed?

Absolutely, it is, yes. That’s something we’ve thought a lot about as musicians, it’s something that our influences and inspirations are grounded in, that message that soul music can offer.

You know, we just had an email chain going after the [Stax Records 60th anniversary show] about how grateful we are to have an outlet like this for creative expression.

I couldn’t agree more! It’s so wonderful to have that energy—not only for ourselves to share in it, but also to share in the crowd, because without them, we can’t produce that same kind of energy. It takes those bodies in a room. It’s been really fun, and as any band, you go through your ups and downs. We’ve been around for a decade now, and there have certainly been some dark days, but overall, we have a great time onstage, and we have a great time representing this music. CS

The band has spoken about embracing the past while pushing modern

Ruby Velle & The Soulphonics play Revival Fest’s Bridge View Stage at 9 p.m. Sept. 30.

The perspective is really inherent to soul music as a genre.

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The Savannah native and multitalented creative force honed his craft as a musician and performer here in The Hostess City.

Now, he’s ready to take what he’s learned to the next level.

After being accepted into American Musical and Dramatic Academy in New York City, Hodges is finding unique ways to use his talents toward his tuition.

“My financial aid didn’t pay for all of the tuition, so I wasn’t able to leave in October like I expected,” he explains. “I waited until January and began picking up jobs, doing concerts to raise money, and also looking at alternative schools like Columbia College Hollywood as a backup plan.”

Hodges found his love of acting last year.

“I did some extra work and signed to Halo Modeling,” he says. “That gave me the opportunity to go to New York and audition in front of some agents. It opened me mind up to art as a whole. It used to be all about music and hip-hop...but at the end of the day, I want to try to use every avenue I can to impact people in a positive way.”

He did just that with the release of his 2016 EP ‘B.U.F.U.,’ which featured the smooth single “Savannah Weather.” People connected with its positive message and deep groove, and Hodges received an outpouring of support.

“One of the things one of my mentors told me back in the day was to make music to move people,” says Hodges. “When you’re for the people, you do things for the people and make music for the people.

They’ll support you.”

Breaking into the scene early on was a challenge for Hodges.

“It was difficult, because I was putting my music out there, and my peers weren’t too receptive to it,” he remembers. “It was

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different. I went to Johnson [High School], and a lot of the people I was surrounded by were used to trap music and gangster rap, but I wasn’t about that because it wasn’t my life. They weren’t receptive to the idea of me as a rapper. I was discouraged, but it fueled me, and I kept getting better.”

When he felt ready to perform, Hodges was still too young to be admitted into the clubs where his fellow rappers were performing and battling.

“I ended up having to start my own shows,” he says. “Then, doing my own shows opened me up to finding the right shows. I connected with the people who supported me, connected with different artists, and made all these connections and we collaborated together. I just had to make my own road, in a sense.”

Hodges’ next musical endeavor is a project called ‘My Greatest Contribution.’

“The whole point of that project is that

every person born on this planet has a purpose, and it’s important to figure out your passion and contribute to the planet for the betterment of mankind,” he says.

One track from the unreleased project already has folks talking: “Talmadge Bridge.” With a hook that borrows its melody from “London Bridge” to chant “Talmadge Bridge is falling down,” the song directly addresses recent efforts to rename Savannah’s bridge, which currently honors Eugene Talmadge, a former Georgia governor with a legacy of racism and social injustice.

“My personal take on the song is pretty much talking about destroying the old ways of thinking and making something new,” Hodges explains. “It’s really relevant, and my take on the whole bridge thing, doing my research…no one’s perfect at the end of the day, but it’s really quite offensive, and for that to be the way we welcome

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people to Savannah…I don’t feel like it’s a great representation of the city, because of how far we’ve come from the era in which they gave it that name. We should call it something that’s a reflection of us today.”

When Sulfur Studios’ AJ Perez heard the song, he told Hodges about local group Span the Gap, an organization working to rename the bridge. Hodges reached out, offering his song as a way to spread awareness.

“I was just recently introduced to Span the Gap, but so far, everyone’s cool, professional, and open, especially for something like this,” he says. “It’s big for them to be open to using hip-hop. It means a lot to me.

A lot of people close themselves off to hiphop because of the stereotype—it’s cool that they get it.”

Hodges looks forward to performing the song at the first installment of his Going Away Concert Series. The lineup of shows is a prime example of how Hodges blazes his own trail. The first event, held at 1308 West: An Upscale Rental Facility, is an accessible celebration that will accept donations at the door (orofits will support Hodges’ move). Hodges himself will perform, and has invited friends The Indigos, Jacob Evans, Bak, Jah Jr., Smooth, Reese, Ajaye, C-Nell, Nephew, Split Soul, and more to join him.

“When I create my concerts, I make sure the presentation is on point,” Hodges says. “The sound is on point, the lights are on point. I reach out to my friends—I have a lot of friends who do music, and I appreciate their work. They come perform with me, and we have a concert for our supporters.”

Right now, Hodges plans to host one show a month until he makes his big move in January. From there, the passionate artist looks forward to taking any creative challenges that he encounters.

“Whatever I can do to learn, I want to try and give it my best and tell a story the best way I can,” he says. “I see myself being like some of the people I look up to, like Will Smith and Ice Cube. They did music and acting, and also wrote and directed.

I see myself doing all that, writing commercials, soundtracks. I just want to be involved and use my time in as many ways as possible.” CS

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I DON’T KNOW how many Grammy award winners are living in Savannah. But it can’t be many. And classical music singer Kurt Ollmann is probably tired of talking about it.

But (as I know well) “award-winning” (in my case, broadcast journalism) is a title that never goes away. It’s always going to be there. I will die an “award-winning journalist.”

Ollmann, a self-described reserved Midwesterner, once kept his Grammy in a closet. Talking about the statue today, he uses words like “coattail” and “small role.”

“We now keep it out on view and sometimes people do take selfies with it,” he says with a big laugh. “But I won this award because I was part of a fantastic project.”

Ollmann was one of nine people to win the 1991 Grammy for Best Classical Album, “Candide” by Leonard Bernstein, “who died the previous year,” he adds, as if explaining.

The baritone sung the role of Maximilian. But in many different roles, he spent the better part of a decade on some of opera’s most legendary stages, like Paris, London and Milan.

If you look on iTunes, his name sits next to names like Kiri Te Kanawa, June Anderson and Della Jones on recordings for Bernstein, into whose orbit Ollmann fell in New York.

“It was very heady,” he says of his ‘80s and early ‘90s life. “But when you’re young and you’re ambitious and you have nothing to compare it to, you sort of go back and forth between pinching yourself and thinking, ‘Oh, this is how it works.’ It’s a funny thing.”

By his telling, he landed in opera’s “center of everything” more or less by luck.

Ambition and talent got him the rest of the way. And yes, he’s asked all the time about Bernstein.

“He was like a microcosm of the universe,” he says. “He was kind. He was extremely intelligent. But he also could be unpredictable, challenging and spiky.

He loved people.”

He worked with Bernstein on several projects during the last decade of the composer’s life. Ollmann sometimes premiered works that composers wrote with 24 his voice in mind.

Grammy winner Kurt Ollmann has a new album of French art songs in the works.

But then he says he lost the knack or the desire for self-reinvention, the marketing and business underbelly of “award-winning” that nobody tells you about the first few times.

Let me tell you! The first few times it just comes to you! But then, as Ollmann says, “the business breaks your heart, even if you’re successful.” So he found an “out” in academia.

He took to teaching university-level voice students in his native Wisconsin for 12 years. And three years ago, he moved here, like many people do, for the warmer weather.

He now considers himself semi-retired.

“It’s not that my singing changed as much as my attitude, what I’m willing to put up with,” he says. He chooses projects

more carefully.

For one, he’ll soon record an album, with pianist Mary Dibbern, of French art songs, often compared to German lieder.

The two forms are something of a specialty for him.

“That is the repertoire that originally inspired me to become a singer when I discovered this as a college student,” he says. “I want to keep myself in the conversation.”

Then, an October concert will join him with several other great local classical singers with American music. And later in January, it’ll be Johnny Mercer and Harold Arlen.

Music he wants to sing! Things he wants to do! I suppose that’s a luxury that awardwinners have, although I’m not totally

there yet. Maybe it’s time to dust off my plaques.

“I’m just glad that I have lived in a time when I had opportunities,” he says. My thoughts exactly. CS

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Savannah’s own Cusses will offer a cassette EP at their show this weekend. The trio plans to drop three singles until the release of the full-length Golden Rat, arriving December 7. Fans who purchase a pre-sale ticket for the show will get a copy of the EP. They’re joined by Atlanta’s own Big Jesus. The band spent the summer touring with Thursday and mewithoutYou, as well as The Sword. Big Jesus released Oneiric, an album on which soft melodic vocals and harmonies coast over soaring fuzz riffs and heavy rhythms for a dreamy result, in 2016.

Swamp-groove three-piece Vincas heads over from Athens to join in.

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“Transformational rock” band Stop Light Observations returns to Savannah. The Charleston-based group continues to grow and tour the Southeast with its dynamic take on indie rock. From holding the record for most consecutive sold-out shows at Charleston’s Music Farm to earning new fans at Bonnaroo, Summerfest, and Firefly, the band has come a long way since their first gig as teens on Sullivan’s Island.

2016’s Toogoodoo got the band national recognition with its balance of delicately built, melodic arrangements and stadium-rock riffs. Stop Light Observations followed the success of their second album with ‘Vol. 1,’ an EP released on September 8. The three-song release shows the band enjoying subtleties and rich layers. “coyote,” which starts with gentle piano, stretches into a jam with anthemic lyrics created for audience participation.

Atlanta’s Hedonistas joins the bill with a fusion of rock, funk, jazz, Latin, and blues.

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Tybee’s Got Talent has transformed into an unforgettable show for a good cause. The annual talent show will benefit the Tybee Relief effort post-Hurricane Irma.

Monty Parks, Willie Jackson, Spec Hosti, Thomas Oliver, and The Girlfriends join the Tybee Island Beach Chair Brigade for an eclectic variety show. Music?

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Renee de Rossett and Kim Trammell host.

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Greco released an EP, ‘All Worked Up,’ in 2016, and have been touring the Southeast supporting it since.

With plenty of hooks and energy, the four-piece channels their love of David Bowie, The Rolling Stones, and the music of their youth.

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Professional entertainer, folklorist, historian, and paranormal event artist Chase Anderson gets the fall started right with a show of spirited song.

Anderson’s life story is just as colorful as those that he tells. The Savannahian studied with Kevin Burke, renowned Irish fiddler, and performed in Neyami Road, country superstar Luke Bryan’s pre-solo career band. For thirty years, he toured as a professional musician, bringing his talents back to Georgia after tours throughout Europe. These days, he enjoys finding and sharing Savannah’s haunted history and making it interesting and accessible to listeners.

Anderson began blending song and story with ‘The Ghosts of Christmas,’ a 2016 performance at The Sorrel-Weed House. At ‘Songs from the Haunted Heart,’ Anderson will share original music and cover songs that explore the nature of ghosts, time, death, redemption, and the transformational experience—folk ballads, songs from Gregg Allman, Pink Floyd, Van Morrison and more will be played. The show is the first in a series of charity shows that Savannah Ghost Walks and Anderson are organizing to benefit storm victims in the Virgin Islands.

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How Great Thou Art: Elvis Album Live, Thu., Oct. 26, 7:30 p.m., Trinity United Methodist Church The Music of Miles Davis, Fri., Oct. 27, 8 p.m, The Tybee Post Theater Corey Smith, Fri., Oct. 27, 8 p.m, The Stage on Bay The Atlantic City Boys, Fri., Nov. 3, 8 p.m., Randy Wood Guitars The Women of Country Music: Unplugged with Katie Deal, Sat., Nov. 4, 8 p.m., The Tybee Post Theater The Beach Boys, Sun., Nov. 5, 7 p.m, The Savannah Civic Center

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The Petty Hearts, Fri., Nov. 10, Tybee Post Theater , 8 p.m.

Bobby Randall and Melissa Lee, Sat., Nov. 18, 8 p.m, Tybee Post Theater

Trinity River, Fri., Nov. 10, 8 p.m., Randy Wood Guitars

Danny Paisley, Sat., Nov. 25, 8 p.m., Randy Wood Guitars

The Charlie Daniels Band, Fri., Nov. 10, 8 p.m., Johnny Mercer Theatre

Little Roy and Lizzy Long, Fri., Dec. 1, 8 p.m., Randy Wood Guitars

Granger Smith w/ Morgan Wallen, Thu., Nov. 16, 8 p.m., The Stage on Bay

Eclipse 6, Sat., Dec. 2, 8 p.m., Mars Theatre

Seaport Hip Hop Festival, Fri., Nov. 17, 8 p.m., The Savannah Civic Center

Malcolm Holcombe w/ Jason Bible, Sat., Dec. 9, 8 p.m., Tybee Post Theater

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WEDNESDAY 9.27 LIVE MUSIC

Barrelhouse South XEB, 7 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. coffee deli Acoustic Jam, 7 p.m.

El-Rocko Lounge Pallas, DJ Poly Esther, 9:30 p.m.

Five Oaks Taproom Eric Britt, 8 p.m.

The Jinx Rock n Roll Bingo w/ Mammoth Cannon and Pussy Launcher, 10 p.m.

Kevin Barry’s Irish Pub Live Music Lizzy’s Tequila Bar and Grill Stan Ray, 7 p.m.

PS Tavern Trivia, 7 p.m.

The Sandbar Open Mic, 9 p.m.

Savannah Smiles Dueling Pianos, 7 p.m.

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

Tubby’s Tank House Thunderbolt Totally In For Tybee, 11 a.m.

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

Wild Wing Cafe Josh Johansson, 6 p.m.

The Wormhole Open Mic, 9 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.

Wet Willie’s Karaoke, 9 p.m.

COMEDY

Stafford’s Public House Weird Wednesdays Open Mic Comedy, 9 p.m.

DJ

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

THURSDAY 9.28 LIVE MUSIC

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.

Congress Street Social Club DJ Basik Lee El-Rocko Lounge DJ Square One, 9:30 p.m.

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

First Presbyterian Church American Traditions September Soiree, 7 p.m.

The Jinx Thunder Ghost Cone’s Spooky Variety Show, 10 p.m.

Totally In For Tybee @TUBBY’S TANK HOUSE THUNDERBOLT

Tybee musical duo Christy and Butch provide the tunes while you provide the support! On Wednesday, September 27, Tubby’s Tank House in Thunderbolt and Molly McGuire’s will donate a portion of the day’s sales to United Way of the Coastal Empire to assist Hurricane Irma victims on Tybee Island. Enjoy a family-friendly dining environment and live music from Christy and Butch at Tubby’s, all while helping out locals in need.

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 6 P.M. Kevin Barry’s Irish Pub Live Music Lizzy’s Tequila Bar and Grill Brian Bazemore, 7 p.m.

Molly MacPherson’s Scottish Pub Liv Annalise, Joe Wilson, 10 p.m.

Molly MacPherson’s Scottish Pub (Pooler) Trivia The Perch at Local 11 Ten Matt Eckstine Rancho Alegre Cuban Restaurant Gypsy Jazz Jam, 7 p.m.

Savannah Smiles Dueling Pianos, 7 p.m.

Tailgate Sports Bar and Grill Open Mic, 9 p.m.

Tubby’s Tank House (Thunderbolt) Willie Jackson and the Tybee Blues Band, 6 p.m.

Vic’s on The River Jimmy Frushon Wild Wing Cafe Bucky & Barry, 5 p.m.

Wild Wing Cafe (Pooler) Lauren Lapointe, 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 p.m.

Melody’s Coastal Cafe and Sandbar Cantina Trivia Pour Larry’s Explicit Trivia, 10 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, 9 p.m.

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.

PS Tavern Karaoke Rusty Rudders Tap House Karaoke Totally Awesome Bar 80s and 90s Karaoke, 10 p.m.

World of Beer Karaoke, 9 p.m.

DJ

The Jinx Live DJ, 10 p.m.

Liquid Night Club Live DJ, 9 p.m.

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

BAR & CLUB EVENTS

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

The Jinx Thunder GHOST Cone’s Witch Tits and Ass Spooky Variety Show, 9 p.m.

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

Stafford’s Public House Open Mic, 9 p.m.

FRIDAY 9.29 LIVE MUSIC

1308 West Clay Hodges Going Away Concert, 7 p.m.

Barrelhouse South Greco, 9:30 p.m.

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

Club Elan Webbie, 9 p.m.

Dockside Seafood Bluegrass Happy Hour, 4 p.m.

El-Rocko Lounge The Special Guest, DJs Dontfeedthemodels, 9:30 p.m.

The Jinx Cusses, Big Jesus, Vincas, 9 p.m.

Kevin Barry’s Irish Pub Live Music Lizzy’s Tequila Bar and Grill Zach Wilson, 7 p.m.

Molly MacPherson’s Scottish Pub Emily Kenyon, Sound Experiment, 10 p.m.

Molly MacPherson’s Scottish Pub (Pooler) XAK, 9 p.m.

Molly MacPherson’s Scottish Pub (Richmond Hill) Live Music Pour Larry’s DJ & Live Music The Rail Pub Willie Jackson and the Tybee Blues Band, 6 p.m.

Rancho Alegre Cuban Restaurant Jody Espina Trio, 6:30 p.m.

Rusty Rudders Tap House Live Acoustic Music, 6 p.m.

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

Saddle Bags Outshyne, 9 p.m.

Savannah Smiles Dueling Pianos, 7 p.m.

The Sentient Bean Songs from the Haunted Heart with Chase & Friends, 7 p.m.

Taste of India Don Read, 6:30 p.m.

Tijuana Flats Gary Strickland Tubby’s Tank House Thunderbolt Damon & The Shitkickers, 6 p.m.

Totally Awesome Bar Ember City Wild Wing Cafe Hannah Noel, Bill Hodgson, Permanent Tourist, 5 p.m.

Wild Wing Cafe (Pooler) Tell Scarlett,

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TRIVIA & GAMES

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

Dub’s Pub Trivia, 7:30 p.m., Trivia, 7:30 p.m.

Molly MacPherson’s Scottish Pub (Richmond Hill) Trivia Rachael’s 1190 Adults Only Trivia, 9 p.m.

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

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

World of Beer Trivia, 7 p.m.

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TRIVIA & GAMES

Coach’s Corner 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.

Sunny’s Lounge Karaoke, 9 p.m.

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

COMEDY

Stafford’s Public House Studio One Comedy Tour, 8 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 Liquid Night Club Live DJ, 9 p.m.

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 Foxy Loxy Cafe Fire Brand Fridays Poetry Slam, 7 p.m.

PS Tavern 80s and Ladies

SATURDAY 9.30 LIVE MUSIC

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

Barrelhouse South Stop Light Observations, Hedonistas, 9 p.m.

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

Club Elan Mashd N Kutcher, 9 p.m.

El-Rocko Lounge DJ Precisa Georgia State Railroad Museum Revival Fest, 2-11 p.m.

The Jinx Revival Fest After-Party, 9 p.m.

Kevin Barry’s Irish Pub Live Music Lizzy’s Tequila Bar and Grill Brian Bazemore, 7 p.m.

Molly MacPherson’s Scottish Pub Danielle Hicks Band, 10 p.m.

Molly MacPherson’s Scottish Pub (Pooler) Crossfire, 9 p.m.

The Olde Pink House David Duckworth & Alisha Duckworth Pour Larry’s DJ & Live Music Rancho Alegre Cuban Restaurant Jody Espina Trio, 6:30 p.m.

Rusty Rudders Tap House Live Acoustic Music, 6 p.m.

Savannah Smiles Dueling Pianos, 7 p.m.

The Stage on Bay The Weight Band, 8 p.m.

Wild Wing Cafe Jason Courtenay Band, Christy Alan Band, Bill Hodgson, 1 p.m.

Wild Wing Cafe (Pooler) Draucker, 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.

COMEDY

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

The Wormhole Comedy Planet presents Ian Aber, 8:30 p.m.

DJ

Congress Street Social Club DJ Werd Life, 10 p.m.

Doubles Nightclub DJ Sam Diamond, 8 p.m.

Liquid Night Club Live DJ, 9 p.m.

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

Tree House DJ Phive Star

BAR & CLUB EVENTS

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

SUNDAY 10. 1 LIVE MUSIC

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

Kevin Barry’s Irish Pub Live Music Lizzy’s Tequila Bar and Grill Stan Ray, 7:30 p.m.

The Olde Pink House Eddie Wilson The Perch at Local 11 Ten Markus Kuhlmann The Sentient Bean Savannah Songwriters Series, 7 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 & Barry, Liquid Ginger, 1 p.m.

TRIVIA & GAMES

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

KARAOKE

Club One Karaoke, 9:30 p.m.

McDonough’s Karaoke, 9 p.m.

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

DJ

Bar.Food DJ OB-1 Benobi, 4 p.m.

Boomy’s DJ Basik Lee, 10 p.m.

BAR & CLUB EVENTS

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

MONDAY 10. 2

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

Bayou Cafe Don Coyer, 9 p.m.

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 Wild Wing Cafe Eric Britt, 6 p.m.

The Wormhole Open Mic, 8 p.m., Open Mic, 6 p.m.

TRIVIA & GAMES

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

The Britannia British Pub Bingo, 8 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.

COMEDY

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

DJ

The Jinx DJ Lucky Bastard, 10 p.m.

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

TUESDAY 10. 3 LIVE MUSIC

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

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

Foxy Loxy Cafe Payne Bridges, 7 p.m.

Kevin Barry’s Irish Pub Live Music

Lizzy’s Tequila Bar and Grill Georgia Kyle, 7:30 p.m.

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.

Wild Wing Cafe CC Witt, 6 p.m.

TRIVIA & GAMES

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, 7:3010 p.m.

McDonough’s Bingo, 7 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.

Molly MacPherson’s Scottish Pub (Pooler) Karaoke The Rail Pub Karaoke, 9 p.m.

Wet Willie’s Karaoke, 9 p.m.

COMEDY

Chuck’s Bar Comedy Open Mic, 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.

Wilmington Island 912-897-6400 basilsonline.com

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. Savannah-Westside 964-8401

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

The Britannia British Pub 140 Johnny Mercer Blvd.

Wilmington Island 912-898-4257

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. Savannah-Downtown Club One 1 Jefferson St. 912-232-0200 clubone-online.com

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

CoCo’s Sunset Grille 1 Old U.S. Hwy. 80 Tybee Island 912-786-7810 cocostybee.com

coffee deli 4517 Habersham St.

McDonough’s 21 E. McDonough St.

912-233-6136 mcdonoughssavannah.com

912-201-8277 savannahtaphouse.com

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

Mellow Mushroom 11 W. Liberty St.

SEED Eco Lounge 39 Montgomery St.

Dockside Seafood 201 West River St.

912-459-6357 melscoastalcafe.com

912-352-7818 savannahcoffeedeli.com

912-238-1985 congressstreetsocialclub.com

912-233-3810

Doodles 586 S. Columbia Ave. Rincon 912-295-2536

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

Exclusives Bar & Grille 2003 Greenwood Street Savannah-Eastside 912-695-2116

Fannie’s on the Beach 1613 Strand Ave. 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

Flashback 10010-B Ford Ave. Richmond Hill 912-428-1643

912-495-0705 mellowmushroom.com

Melody’s Coastal Cafe and Sandbar Cantina 2518 Hwy 17 Richmond Hill Molly MacPherson’s Scottish Pub 311 W. Congress St. 912-239-9600 macphersonspub.com

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

Molly MacPherson’s Scottish Pub (Richmond Hill) 3742 US-17 Richmond Hill Nickie’s 1971 1513 Butler Ave. Tybee Island 912-786-4444

The Olde Pink House 23 Abercorn St.

912-232-4286 www.plantersinnsavannah.com

The Perch at Local 11 Ten 1110 Bull St. Savannah-Downtown Pour Larry’s 206 W. St. Julian St. 912-232-5778

PS Tavern 11 W. Bay St. 912-495-5145

Rachael’s 1190 1190 King George Blvd.

Foxy Loxy Cafe 1919 Bull St.

912-920-7772 rachaels1190.com

Hercules Bar & Grill 2500 Dean Forest Rd. Savannah-Westside

912-238-1311 therailpub.com/

912-401-0543 foxyloxycafe.com

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The Islander 301 Johnny Mercer Blvd.

Wilmington Island 912-897-6137

The Jinx 127 W. Congress St. 912-236-2281

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

Liquid Night Club 307 W. River St. Little Lucky’s 6 Gateway Blvd. E. 912-925-1119

Lizzy’s 417 East River St. 912-341-8897

The Rail Pub 405 W. Congress St. Rancho Alegre Cuban Restaurant 402 MLK Jr. Blvd.

912-292-1656 ranchoalegrecuban.com

Rusty Rudders Tap House 303 W. River St. 912-944-6302

Ruth’s Chris Steak House 111 W. Bay St. 912-721-4800 ruthschris.com

The Sandbar 1512 Butler Ave. Tybee Island 912-786-8304

Savannah Coffee Roasters 215 West Liberty Street (912) 238-2426

Savannah Smiles 314 Williamson St. 912-527-6453

Savannah Taphouse 125 E. Broughton St.

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The Sentient Bean 13 E. Park Ave. 912-232-4447 sentientbean.com

Stafford’s Public House 306 W. Upper Factor’s Walk Savannah-Downtown The Stage on Bay 1200 West Bay St.

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Sunny’s Lounge 5630 Ogeechee Rd. 912-234-6628

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

Taste of India 401 Mall Blvd.

912-356-1020

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 2909 River Dr. Thunderbolt 912-354-9040 www.liveoakstore.com/ tubbysthunderbolt

Tybee Island Social Club 1311 Butler Ave. Tybee Island 912-472-4044 tybeeislandsocialclub.com

Vic’s on The River 26 E. Bay St. 912-721-1000 vicsontheriver.com

The Warehouse 18 E. River St.

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

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CULTURE THE ART•BEAT OF SAVANNAH

ROOTS UP

BY RACHAEL FLORA

rachael@connectsavannah.com

CONNECT SAVANNAH | SEP 27 - OCT 3, 2017

THEY SAY that when it rains, it pours.

For Roots Up Gallery, it’s been a pretty rainy summer.

Owner Leslie Lovell says she was becoming unhappy with the property and its maintenance. Minor structural damage from Hurricane Matthew was never repaired, she says, and there were rumors that the rent would go up.

“We knew something was going on, so I finally just called him and said, ‘I don’t have time to second-guess,’” recalls Lovell.

At the same time, co-owner and Lovell’s husband Francis Allen’s health was declining. In August, he went into hospice care.

“We just couldn’t be left high and dry during such an emotional time,” says Lovell softly.

Lovell and her business partner, Russell Kueker, decided to start the search for a new location. Kueker took over gallery operations while Lovell was at home with Allen, who passed away Aug. 30.

The clouds started to clear when Lovell and Kueker found the property at 412-C Whitaker St. Behind James Hogan, the location in the Downtown Design District was the right move at the right time. Lovell signed the lease the next day.

A major part of Roots Up’s charm was its living room-style setup, but the new space is set up more like a traditional gallery, complete with a skylight and a 40-foot wall. The layout allows Lovell and Kueker to try new things with the artwork, something they’d been dreaming of for a while.

“We can do a larger show and still have room for our collections,” notes Kueker.

“Betty Nathan was an artist in Savannah for many years. She was very prolific in her works, collage painting, and we’re working to get two to three hundred pieces. We’d been thinking, where can we do this? We’re gonna have to find another gallery—our biggest wall over there was 9 32 feet.”

“I’ve never felt like there are any limitations as to who we could show or represent,” says Lovell. “There are a lot more crossovers that can happen than we realized when we started out.”

“She likes to cram a lot of things together,” laughs Kueker.

Lovell and Allen opened Roots Up over three years ago, right after they got married. Allen’s love of folk art started when he saw the Howard Finster-designed cover for REM’s album Reckoning. A UGA student in the 1980s, Allen was friends with a lot of Athens musicians and was inspired

by Finster’s work. That connection fostered a love of art with soul.

“Francis had always talked about doing public art, always thought that art should be approachable and you shouldn’t need a dictionary to go in and talk about it,” Lovell recalls.

“That was always something that struck him. The types of art I was always drawn to when we were traveling were always a little more rustic, self-taught artists. It has a soul, in my opinion.”

Allen’s legacy carries over into the new space.

“I do feel Francis with me, with everything that’s in here,” Lovell says, gesturing at the artwork yet to be hung. “We searched for everything together, fought over buying some things. He’s very much in the gallery; his spirit is strong.”

In the gallery, Allen is reincarnated into a stuffed deer head, one of the “knockdown drag-outs” he and Lovell had over what to include. He wanted the deer, she didn’t. He won the battle, and Francis will hang at the front of the gallery.

Roots Up will open its doors on Sept. 27, and their fall schedule is yet to be determined, but for now, Lovell and Kueker are just happy to be settling in.

“When we went through that, all the heart and soul was yanked out of that place. It was hard to walk in there,” says Lovell tearfully. “At the end of the day, I do believe that when something closes, something else opens.” CS

Leslie and Russell having some fun at the new gallery space. PHOTOS BY RACHAEL FLORA

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CULTURE VISUAL ARTS Stephanie Howard, “Two Horses.”

PHOTO COURTESY OF LANEY CONTEMPORARY

BY RACHAEL FLORA

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LANEY Contemporary Fine Art is a bit off the beaten path, but it’s worth the drive.

The art representation service just moved into the second floor at 1810 Mills B Lane Blvd. and will open on Sept. 28 with work by Katherine Sandoz, Betsy Cain, Marcus Kenney, Todd Schroeder, Pamela Wiley, Stephanie Howard, Will Penny, Benjamin Jones, and Jack Leigh.

The unique space was a change of pace for Susan Laney, a gallerist and private art dealer who runs Laney Contemporary. The space is anything but a traditional gallery, with a mirrored wall and a bar in the back room.

Even before its opening, Laney Contemporary has generated buzz, being 34 named in Vogue as the premier art space in

Savannah.

We spoke with Laney last week.

1.

How did you get started with this space?

I had a gallery downtown, the Jack Leigh Gallery. It sort of happened organically that I fell in love with the work I was doing.

Jack passed away in 2004, and I kept the gallery open until 2007, then I closed it down. We went out with champagne in our glasses and a really great party, and then the recession hit, so I was like, “Thank you, Jack, for telling me to close.” I always thought I’d have another gallery if I really wanted to do it.

Then my husband [Frank Ellsworth] and his business partner bought this building. Frank was like, “You have to see the upstairs.” I was like, “Dude, it’s on Mills

B Lane, I don’t even know where that is. What are you talking about?” Then I walked in and I was like, no, you’re right.

These floors were orange and the walls were dark brown and there was no track lighting, and I was like, this is right.

2. Did you envision the space being away from downtown?

What I didn’t really want to do again is I didn’t want to do the thing where people just wander in and go, “La la la, I’m browsing.” I don’t mind that, but I did it long enough. It’s not the direction I wanted to go in.

It’s seven minutes away. We have parking! It’s faster than you would find parking downtown. You can come here, park your car, and get inside faster than you would find parking downtown.

3.

What can we expect for the grand opening?

The cool thing is that this grand opening is very much a taste of some of the artists I represent, hinting at the programming that’s coming in the next year. All of the work has never been shown before except for Jack Leigh’s; they’re all new works.

It’s an exhibition for certain with some amazing work and that is the point, but I feel like a taste of the different things we’re working with is the best way for people to learn about us, what our services are, what we’re planning on, see the space, get over the craziness of this space. I love a whitewall gallery, don’t get me wrong, but what a lot of people love about this space is you’ve got something that could be in a home, but sort of a weird home.

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4. Tell me about working in art representation.

5. How has being named in Vogue affected your business?

You know, I used it in my press release because it’s really nice to hear that. Beyond that, it let some people here know about me and maybe some people who are coming to Savannah will seek me out. Beyond that, I don’t really know if it did anything. I was really excited to be included in a group of people who hadn’t been mentioned very much. I haven’t gotten a lot of press yet, and I’m just gonna take it. CS

Jack Leigh, “Two Beds, Two Windows.”

1810 Mills B. Lane Blvd. PHOTO BY RACHAEL FLORA

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Marcus Kenney’s sculpture. PHOTO BY RACHAEL FLORA

Installation day. PHOTO BY RACHAEL FLORA

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I’m trying to present something where I can find work that people love and marry the right work with the right person. We can improve lives. We want people to find things they love. Certainly I want people to come here and have a great experience, but in the end I’m hoping that they find work that they want to live with. I just love making connections and working with people and finding things they love. Someone will describe the art they’re looking at and I’ll say, “I know the artist. Let’s go to their studio.”

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OPENINGS & RECEPTIONS

KATHY MILLER AND SUSAN HOKANSON — Kathy Miller paints in oils and watercolors, and her masterful etchings on handmade paper with feathered edges have become a favorite keepsake for Gallery 209 patrons for several decades. Suzy Hokanson creates one-of-a-kind handwoven and nuno-felted fabric works of art, in which colors and textures are free-woven using silk, wool, alpaca, cotton, linin and hand-made rayon fibers. Oct. 1-31. gallery209savannah.com/. Gallery 209, 209 E River St.

365 DAYS: THE STORY OF TWO KENNELS — Lisa Rosenmeier’s paintings of shelter pets. Oct. 6-Nov. 3. Cultural Arts Gallery, 9 W. Henry St. THE ART OF THE ART-QUILT — The “Art of Art-Quilting” exhibit showcases the use of fabric, thread and quilting to create the illusion of three dimensions. The images presented by the Art Quilters of the Lowcountry range from realistic to abstract. The Quilters are Ron Hodge, Shaaron Thomas, Peg Weschke and Jody Wigton. Nov. 1-30. savannahjea.org. Jewish Educational Alliance, 5111 Abercorn St. AVANGUARDIA — Avanguardia, an exhibition by Savannah-based artist Lisa D. Watson, explores the encroachment of the constructed environment on the natural landscape.

Watson uses 95 percent reclaimed materials in her artmaking to keep her ecological footprint small. Avanguardia is part of Telfair Museums’ #art912 initiative, a dedicated platform to showcase the work of Savannah Artists. Nov. 17-March 11. telfair.org/jepson/.

Jepson Center for the Arts, 207 West York St. CLAIR AND ERIC CERAMICS — Ceramics

by Clair and Eric. Nov. 17-Dec. 29. Cultural Arts Gallery, 9 W. Henry St.

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COLLECTIVE INTELLIGENCE — The SCAD Museum of Art presents “Collective Intelligence,” a solo exhibition featuring the work of Agnieszka Kurant, composed of sculpture, works on paper, lenticular prints and a video.

Kurant’s research-based practice explores how complex social, economic and cultural systems can operate in ways that confuse distinctions between fiction and reality or nature and culture. Oct. 12-Jan. 14. scadmoa. org/. SCAD Museum of Art, 601 Turner Blvd.

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FAAA MEMBERS SMALL WORKS EXHIBITION — Telfair Museums presents the first-ever exhibition at the Jepson Center by the artist members of the museum’s Friends of African American Arts group. Oct. 5-Nov. 6. telfair.org/jepson/. Jepson Center for the Arts, 207 West York St. FELIX GONZALEZ-TORRES — The SCAD Museum of Art presents this eponymous exhibition of works by the late Cuban-American artist Felix Gonzalez-Torres. This collection forms a concise dialogue centered on the artist’s exploration of the fragile boundaries between public and private domains and his use of abstraction as a vehicle for political critique. Oct. 5-Jan. 14. scadmoa.org/. SCAD Museum of Art, 601 Turner Blvd.

LANEY CONTEMPORARY FINE ART GRAND OPENING — The opening features work by Katherine Sandoz, Betsy Cain, Marcus Kenney, Todd Schroeder, Pamela wiley, Stephanie Howard, and Will Penny, in addition to showcasing select iconic photographs by Jack Leigh. Thu., Sep. 28, 6:30 p.m. Laney Contemporary, 1810 Mills B. Lane Blvd.

The Rodin exhibit at the Jepson Center continues into January. PHOTO COURTESY

THE LITTLE FRIENDS OF PRINTMAKING: GREETINGS FROM CALIFORNIA TELFAIR MUSEUMS — Husband-and-wife team JW and Melissa Buchanan are The Little Friends of PrintmakFIBER GUILD OF THE SAVANNAHS — The ing, a pair of award-winning illustrators and Fiber Guild of the Savannahs is a group of designers. Nov. 27-Jan. 28. foxyloxycafe. fiber artists who meet regularly to share inspi- com. Foxy Loxy Cafe, 1919 Bull St. ration and techniques using a wide variety of fiber-related arts. Spinning, weaving, dyeing, LOST AT SEA: THE LIMINAL ESSENCE quilting, knitting, basketry, rug making, paper OF IMMIGRATION — The museum’s first manipulation, needle felting, and crocheting international exhibition (in various media), are just some of the crafts their members featuring the work of artists from Scotland, explore. Oct. 1-31. savannahjea.org. Jewish England, Ethiopia and Savannah (none Educational Alliance, 5111 Abercorn St. of whom were born in the United States.)

FRIENDS OF AFRICAN AMERICAN ART MEMBERS SMALL WORKS EXHIBITION — Telfair Museums presents the first ever in-museum exhibition by artists who are members of F3A. The exhibition opens the night of the annual Jacob and Gwendolyn Lawrence Lecture. Participants must be current members of F3A. Oct. 5-Nov. 6. telfair. org/jepson/. Jepson Center for the Arts, 207 West York St. GATES MAYBE — Everett Mayo has been painting and print making since the 60’s and for this show, his work combines abstraction with the historic cast iron imagery frequently found in Savannah gates and fences. Nov. 17-Jan. 5. whatisthebutcher.com/. The Butcher Tattoo Studio, 19 East Bay St. GUO PEI: COUTURE BEYOND — SCAD exhibits the work of Chinese fashion designer Guo Pei, best known for the yellow cape entertainer Rihanna wore to the 2015 Met Gala.

The exhibition held at Pei Ling Chan Gallery on MLK Blvd. will complement a larger exhibition at SCAD FASH Museum of Fashion + Film in Atlanta. Oct. 27-March 4. scad.edu/ exhibitions/savannah/exhibitions.cfm. Pei Ling Chan Gallery and Garden for the Arts, 322 Martin Luther King Jr., Blvd.

Conceived by the late Bertha Husband, it investigates the psychology and logistics of trans-oceanic relocation and acculturation.

Featuring original work by Bertha Husband, Simon Ford, Colin Lloyd, Milutin Pavlovic and Kebedech Tekleab. Oct. 18-Jan. 7. shipsofthesea.org. Ships of The Sea Museum, 41 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd.

OCTOBER — Conceived the week that Hurricane Matthew struck Savannah, and developed over the last year, Katherine Sandoz’ newest show “October” includes paintings, textiles and an installation. Her new works feature the landscapes and botanicals that thrive regionally in October. ongoing. Location Gallery at Austin Hill Realty, 417 Whitaker St. OPEN STUDIO NIGHT — Fri., Oct. 27, 7 p.m.

Alexander Hall Gallery, 668 Indian St. ROBERT FRIEDMAN — Bob Friedman is a Savannah sculptor and painter. The former administrator and professor of sociology at Antioch College, Yellow Springs, Ohio, Friedman came to his new avocation in 1997. Dec. 1-31. savannahjea.org. Jewish Educational Alliance, 5111 Abercorn St.

SAVANNAHLAND X — Savannahland X depicts an alternate timeline version of Savannah. The beauty, history, and overall vibe still remain, but some of the characters are new, the familiar scenes twisted and reimagined.

Savannahland takes the ghost stories and tall tales of Savannah and adds new strange beasts with even taller tales. See a Savannah with winged alligators high above Forsyth Park and Southern Belles portrayed with a baroque aesthetic done in spray paint and acrylic. free and open to the public Fri., Oct. 6, 6-9 p.m. Sulfur Studios, 2301 Bull St.

SCENIC IMPRESSIONS: SOUTHERN INTERPRETATIONS FROM THE JOHNSON COLLECTION — When the world gets urban, the South gets Southern. That’s one way to sum up Scenic Impressions: Southern Paintings from the Johnson Collection, which tells the visual story of shifting stylistic trends in the 19th and early 20th centuries, when Savannah artists of their day often found themselves working in contrast to the increasing mechanism of Europe. Oct. 13-March 25. telfair.org. Telfair Academy of Arts and Sciences, 121 Barnard St.

SCRIBBLE ART STUDIO: IT’S A SMALL WORLD — Oct. 30-Nov. 26. foxyloxycafe.com.

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CONTINUING EXHIBITS ANIMAL INSTINCT — This exhibition offers a chance to reflect on our relationships with animals and how they are an intrinsic part of our lives. Through Nov. 26. telfair.org/jepson/.

Jepson Center for the Arts, 207 West York St. BELLE NATURE DE LACOSTE: PESEVERETREES AND BEAUTES BLUES — Hailee Potter presents handmade cyanotypes and black and white photographic prints that explore the nature of Lacoste, France. Through Oct. 29. foxyloxycafe.com. Foxy Loxy Cafe, 1919 Bull St. GOD AND MODERN MAN — What is the relationship between God and modern man?

Through Oct. 15. Beach Institute, 502 E. Harris St.

I’M TRYING TO TELL YOU — Maggie Mullin O’Hara is a multimedia artist from Pittsburgh currently based in Columbia, SC, and Savannah. Her exhibition will incorporate the mediums of video, performance, photography, sculpture, and installation. The show will include a site-specific sculptural video installation featuring a yearlong performance piece created specifically for the show. Through Nov. 5. telfair.org/jepson/. Jepson Center for the Arts, 207 West York St.

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KAHLIL GIBRAN AND THE FEMININE DIVINE — Telfair Museums proudly boasts the largest public collection of visual art by Kahlil Gibran in the United States, donated in 1950 by his lifelong supporter and mentor, Southern native Mary Haskell Minis. Through Jan. 2, 2018. telfair.org/jepson/. Jepson Center for the Arts, 207 West York St. KIRK VARNEDOE: IN THE MIDDLE AT THE MODERN — Through the lens of an art historian’s life, Kirk Varnedoe: In the Middle at The Modern challenges the nature of authenticity and the power of museums to define what is “high” and what is “low.” Native to Savannah and a national art legend, Varnedoe helped set in motion these questions as Chief Curator of Painting and Sculpture at The Museum of Modern Art (1988-2001). This biographic exhibition of altered documents, photographs, animations, and ephemera explores how Varnedoe’s journey—from an early art class at Telfair Academy to one of the world’s leading museums—sharpened his values and curatorial insight. Through Feb. 11, 2018. telfair.org/jepson/. Jepson Center for the Arts, 207 West York St. LAW AND MUSIC — 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. LINES OF INFLUENCE — The SCAD Museum of Art and the Jacob and Gwendolyn Knight Lawrence Foundation present a group exhibition to commemorate the centennial celebration of the birth of acclaimed painter, storyteller, educator and chronicler of the mid-20th-century African American experience, Jacob Lawrence. Through Feb. 4, 2018. scadmoa.org/. SCAD Museum of Art, 601 Turner Blvd.

LILA CABANISS SCCPSS ART TEACHERS EXHIBIT — Named after the pioneering Savannah artist and teacher, Lila Cabaniss, this exhibition includes work in a variety of media by local art educators. Through Oct. 1. telfair. org/jepson/. Jepson Center for the Arts, 207 West York St. MARCEE MUSGROVE AND ELMER RAMOS — Mixed media paintings, print and collages by Marcee Musgrove and Elmer Ramos are on view through September. Through Sep. 30. bullstreetlabs.com. Bull Street Labs, 2222 Bull St. MICRO//MACRO — “Micro//Macro” prompted artists to submit work that examines the very small, the very large, or the relationship between the two. What can we learn when we step outside of our usual perspective? What is revealed at the cosmic or microscopic level? free and open to the public Through Sep. 30. 912. 231. 7105. Sulfur Studios, 2301 Bull St.

MIXED MEDIA — Liza Crowley Judson, Christina Edwards, and Doris Grieder present their mixed media works. Through Sep. 30. hospicesavannah.org/. Hospice Savannah, 1352 Eisenhower Dr. NATIVE BLOOMS — Local artist and City of Savannah employee Carol Lasell Miller will present an exhibition of original paintings.

Miller uses the medium acrylics to capture the beautiful and varied bouquet of individuals that make Savannah so remarkable.

Through Dec. 31. Savannah City Hall, 2 East Bay Street.

(THE OTHER SIDE OF THE) WORLDS COLLIDE — Rob Hessler’s drawings of an alternate universe. Through Sep. 29. Cultural Arts Gallery, 9 W. Henry St. OTHER SITUATIONS — Liliana Porter is best known for her photographs and installations exploring the conflicting boundaries between reality and fiction and the ways in which images are circulated and consumed. Selected works feature anonymous miniature figurines confronted with overwhelming tasks as a metaphor for the burden of labor and domesticity. Through Jan. 7, 2018. scadmoa.org/.

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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. shipsofthesea.org. Ships of The Sea Museum, 41 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd.

RODIN: THE HUMAN EXPERIENCE — Rodin: The Human Experience presents a selection of 32 figures in bronze by Auguste Rodin (1840-1917), the French sculptor who left behind 19th century academic traditions to focus on conveying the passion and vitality of the human spirit. This exhibition is in honor of the centennial of Rodin’s death. Through Jan. 7, 2018. telfair.org/jepson/. Jepson Center for the Arts, 207 West York St. SMALL TREASURES — Small Treasures, an exhibit on display at City Hall through December, brings together a unique sampling of artifacts from eight of Savannah’s premier cultural institutions. Each “small treasure” has a unique story to tell, and together all highlight Savannah’s rich and diverse history.

Through Dec. 31. Savannah City Hall, 2 East Bay Street.

THE SPECIES BETWEEN US — The SixTwelve Residency from Oklahoma City brings us Amanda Zoey Weathers. Amanda discovered quite a few similarities in our climate which inform what grows and lives in both cities. Through Sep. 29. Location Gallery at Austin Hill Realty, 417 Whitaker St.

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WOWIE WOW WOW:

It’s Junie B. Jones!

Beloved children’s book character comes to life at Savannah Children’s Theatre

BY ANNA CHANDLER

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THIS WEEKEND, Savannah Children’s Theatre will bring one of children’s literature’s most-loved heroines to the stage.

Junie B. Jones, a precocious “almost six-year-old,” navigates her world with hilarity and honesty. Author Barbara Park and illustrator Denise Brunkus’s treasured series, which includes 28 books published by Random House from 1992 to 2013, speaks to kids—and kids-at-heart—of all ages. Savannah Children’s Theatre offer a fresh new view of Jones in the form of a musical.

“It’s one of the most fun shows we’ve done in a long time,” says director Jenn Doubleday. “We do a lot of storybook shows, being a children’s theatre. This one’s really striking a chord with me. It’s very high-energy and honest. I think it’ll be a lot of fun.”

Junie B. Jones: The Musical combines several storylines from her books into one production.

“It’s a bunch of different stories blended together to be about what it’s like to be in first grade,” Doubleday explains.

The cast represents roughly half returning Children’s Theatre performers and half new stars.

“There are kids that have done shows together or been in classes here before, and we have kids who have never been onstage before,” Doubleday says. They’re all learning how to do the show together. One of the great things about community theatre is that every show is different. Whether you’re a novice or veteran, you still have to learn it together.”

The group is already bonding and finding camaraderie onstage and off.

“By and large, I feel like the kids are expanding their community and making 38 new friends by being a part of this show,”

Doubleday says proudly. “The first day of rehearsal, everyone was shy and quiet, sitting with one chair between them. Now, we can’t get them away from each other!”

The inherently fun nature of the script, complemented by a dynamic soundtrack, helped the cast get in the spirit of the show.

Junie B. Jones: The Musical was created

by Marcy Heisler and Zina Goldrich, the team behind the children’s one-hour musical Dear Edwina. Both Heisler and Goldrich have backgrounds in cabaret, and the music is reflective of that history. Upbeat and catchy songs move the production along, and Doubleday say the tone is an “easy rock” feel.

“The music is fantastic,” she shares.

“There’s a lot of grooving and a lot of twisting happening!”

One of the trademarks of Junie’s story is her authentic way of speaking. In her dialogue, the protagonist talks in the manner that a real child would, often mixing up words or pronouncing them incorrectly.

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When the series became popular, that dialogue was very controversial—the series was often banned or challenged for Junie’s poor grammar and mouthiness.

“I think that’s one of the most unique things about it,” counters Doubleday.

“Junie B. Jones and her friends speak like young children. Since we have 11-year-olds playing six-year-olds, they want to speak more correctly than the way the dialogue was written. But we are really staying true to the original dialogue. So it’s not ‘spaghetti and meatballs,’ it’s ‘paghetti and meatballs!’ We’re making sure the kids stay kids. Which, in this day and age, is so hard to do, and so important to try to do.”

Junie B. Jones herself is played by Camille Carlton, making her Savannah

Children’s Theatre debut.

After moving to Savannah from California, Cochran attended summer camp at the theatre.

“She’s knocking it out of the park,” Doubleday attests.

The production is a unique opportunity to showcase a rare kind of character, and the love is evident: Savannah Children’s Theatre had more auditions for this show than they ever have for a fall production.

“It is because Junie B. Jones gets upset, and gets angry, and gets bossy, and doesn’t hide her feelings,” Doubleday says. “She gets happy, and she doesn’t hide her feelings. She lives out loud, and so many girl characters aren’t allowed to do that. She’s such a wonderful character to see come to life.”

The Theatre looks forward to presenting a modern literary classic, which fits perfectly into their theatrical

legacy.

“Junie B. Jones has such a special place in the hearts of kids from the ‘90s through the present day,” Doubleday says. “We tend to do a lot of children’s books—classics from the 1960s or earlier—but we feel like this is a contemporary classic. It really rings true to [the kids]. They enjoy the sense of humor, Junie’s sassiness and boldness. She’s just a great character.” CS

JUNIE B. JONES, THE MUSICAL

Savannah Children’s Theatre September 22 and 29, 7 p.m.

September 23, 24, 30, and October 1 at 3 p.m. $15 for adults, $12 for seniors, military and kids (1-18) via savannahchildrenstheatre.org

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The Revolutionists finds humor amid horror

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Armstrong Masquers’ newest production brings to life the work of Georgia playwright Lauren Gunderson

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intelligent, and humorous.”

The central characters in the play are the Queen of France, Marie Antoinette; period playwright Olympe De Gouges; assassin Charlotte Corday; and—the play’s only fictional character—Haitian rebel Marianne Angelle.

“Gunderson created a new character from what was then a French colony in the Caribbean to sort of add another, new layer to the story,” Grile says. CS

THE REVOLUTIONISTS BY LAUREN GUNDERSON

Armstrong State University Jenkins Hall Blackbox Theatre September 28-30 at 7:30pm and October 1 at 3:00pm.

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FINDING HUMOR in the French Revolution might seem a daunting prospect. But it’s par for the course for Lauren Gunderson, an award-winning Georgia playwright who by some accounts is the single most produced living American playwright.

One of Gunderson’s more recent works, The Revolutionists, will be performed by the Armstrong State University Masquers.

“Her star is really shooting up,” says director Courtney Grile of the playwright, who she has worked with personally in workshops.

Grile is especially excited to be at the helm of a play written by someone she describes as a mentor of sorts. “This is my first time actually directing a play of hers.

I’m very thrilled and honored.”

Any pop culture reference to the French Revolution must of course involve Les Miserables – almost always the musical, not the original Victor Hugo novel on which it was based.

The Revolutionists is no different. In fact, Les Mis is ironically and humorously referenced several times in the production, Grile says, for example when one character innocently asks, “Can you hear the people sing?”

While Grile flatly states that The Revolutionists is a comedy, she says it does have a sociopolitical underpinning—not necessarily a surprise given the subject matter and the historical setting during the Reign of Terror in the late 1700s.

“This is definitely a fresher update of Les Miz, seen through a feminist lens,” says Grile. “We focus on four powerful women whose lives intersect during the Revolution. We see how—and if—they are able to support each other.”

However, Grile says the feminism embraced in the play is less of a narrow political statement than it represents “equality for everyone—which is really what feminism is about anyway.”

As to how to find humor in a historical event known for sending millions to the guillotine, Grile says it’s human nature to find humor in everything and anything, “in all parts of life.”

Playwright Gunderson, she says, is especially adept at gallows humor.

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THEATRE, DANCE, COMEDY

Odd Lot Improv: On The Spot Mysteries Dinner Theatre— Odd Lot is teaming up with the Chefs of Savannah Coffee Roasters to bring you a whole new dining experience. The always surprising talent of Odd Lot will perform a fully interactive Friday night Murder Mystery while you dine on a delicious three course meal. Seating is at 6:30pm Friday nights. Reservations are strongly recommended. Four actors and three courses all for $40. $40 Fridays, 6:30 p.m. Savannah Coffee Roasters, 215 West Liberty Street.

Odd Lot Improv: Monday Night Madness— Built around a series of improv games, the show relies on audience suggestions to put the players into hilarious characters and scenes to drive the show forward. $5 Mondays, 7:30 p.m. Savannah Coffee Roasters, 215 West Liberty Street.

Theatre: Pippin— Part of the God on Broadway series, this performance tells the story of a young prince who longs to find passion and adventure in his life. Free Sun., Oct. 1, 11:15 a.m. Asbury Memorial Theatre, 1008 E. Henry Street.

Theatre: The Revolutionists— The Revolutionists is a brutal comedic quartet about four very real women who lived boldly in France during the French Revolution’s Reign of Terror. $12 Sep. 28-30, 7:30 p.m. and Sun., Oct. 1, 3 p.m. Armstrong State University, 11935 Abercorn St.

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Theatre: Carousel— Part of the God on Broadway series, this performance tells the story of a charming carnival barker and mill worker who fall in love. Free Sun., Oct. 8, 11:15 a.m. Asbury Memorial Theatre, 1008 E. Henry Street.

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Theatre: Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner— Based on the screenplay by William Rose. Directed by Ken Neil Hailey and performed by the Savannah Repertory Theatre. Thursdays-Saturdays. Oct. 12-21, 8 p.m., and Sundays, Oct. 15 & 22, 3 p.m., Savannah Rep’s PLAYShop, 980 Industry Drive.

Theatre: Peter and the Starcatcher— A fresh take on the beloved classic, Peter and the Starcatcher upends the story of how an orphan became the Boy Who Would Not Grow Up. $12-$15 Fri., Oct. 13, 7 p.m., Sat., Oct. 14, 3 p.m. and Sun., Oct. 15, 3 p.m. 912238-9016. Savannah Children’s Theatre, 2160 East Victory Dr.

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Contra Dance— Come early for a workshop at 7:15 p.m. if you’ve never contra danced before. Music by Glow in the Dark String Band. All dances called by Joyce and Bob. $6 members, $9 general Sat., Oct. 14, 7:30 p.m.Garden City United Methodist Church, 62 Varnedoe Ave. Theatre: Wicked— Part of the God on Broadway series, this performance tells the story of the Wizard of Oz before the Emerald City. Sun., Oct. 15, 11:15 a.m. Asbury Memorial Theatre, 1008 E. Henry Street.

Theatre: Aladdin— Part of the God on Broadway series, this performance tells the story of the lovable genie. Free Sun., Oct. 22, 11:15 a.m. Asbury Memorial Theatre, 1008 E. Henry Street.

Theatre: Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat— Part of the God on Broadway series, this performance tells the story of a young dreamer, Joseph. Free Sun., Oct. 29, 11:15 a.m. Asbury Memorial Theatre, 1008 E. Henry Street.

Theatre: Rocky Horror Show— Celebrate Halloween with this cult classic that’ll make you shiver with antici...pation. Oct. 27-31, 8 p.m., Mon., Oct. 30, midnight. Bay Street Theatre, 1 Jefferson St. Theater: It’s a Wonderful Life: A Radio Play— This beloved American holiday classic comes to captivating life as a live 1940’s

radio broadcast. $15 or pay what you can Thursdays-Saturdays, Nov. 10-18, 8 p.m. and Sun., Nov. 12, 2 p.m. savannahstagecompany.com. The Space Station at Starlandia, 2436 Bull St. Theatre: It’s a Wonderful Life: Live from WVL Radio— This clever stage adaptation breathes new life into the poignant story of George Bailey and Bedford Falls. A heartwarming, uplifting gift for audiences of all ages $20 adults, $10 children 12 and under Fri., Nov. 17, 8 p.m. 912-472-4790. The Tybee Post Theater, 10 Van Horne Ave. Dance: Nutcracker— South Carolina Ballet will bring the Land of Sweets to life with timeless choreography, intricate sets and beautiful costumes. $20-$45 Sat., Nov. 25, 5:30 p.m. Civic Center, 301 West Oglethorpe Ave. Theatre: A Christmas Carol— FEFC Youth Ensemble Theater presents Charles Dickens’ timeless “A Christmas Carol” to welcome the holiday season. Dickens tells the story of Ebenezer Scrooge, an old miser who is visited by the ghost of his former business partner Jacob Marley and the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Yet to Come. $15 adults; $7 children 12 and under Thu., Nov. 30, 7:30 p.m., Fri., Dec. 1, 7:30 p.m. and Sat., Dec. 2, 7:30 p.m. 912472-4790. The Tybee Post Theater, 10 Van Horne Ave.

Comedy: Ron White— The cigar smoking, Scotch drinking funnyman makes his return to Savannah with new stand-up.

Dec. 2, 7 p.m., Johnny Mercer Theatre Theatre: Harvey— The Collective Face Theatre Ensemble present Harvey. Elwood P. Dowd insists on including his friend Harvey in all of his sister Veta’s social gatherings. Trouble is, Harvey is an imaginary six-and-a-half-foot-tall rabbit. $25 Fridays, Saturdays, Dec. 1-16, 8 p.m. and Sundays, Dec. 3-17, 3 p.m. collectiveface.org. Kennedy Fine Arts Building, Savannah State University, 3219 College St. Theatre: Jacob Marley’s Christmas Carol— Directed by Nick Corley and performed by the Savannah Repertory Theatre. Thursdays-Saturdays. Dec. 14-16. 8 p.m., and Sundays, Dec. 17 & 23, 3 p.m.. Savannah Rep’s PLAYShop, 980 Industry Drive.

Savannah Ballet Theatre: The Nutcracker— The legendary Tchaikovsky score will fuel the performance of this classic holiday ballet. $25 Sat., Dec. 2, 7 p.m. and Sun., Dec. 3, 1 p.m. lucastheatre.com. Lucas Theatre for the Arts, 32 Abercorn St. Dance: Moscow Ballet’s Great Russian Nutcracker— Marking the 25th Anniversary Tour, Moscow Ballet’s Great Russian Nutcracker features over-the-top production and world class artists. $32.50 Fri., Dec. 29, 3 & 7 p.m. lucastheatre.com. Lucas Theatre for the Arts, 32 Abercorn St.

FALL ARTS PREVIEW LECTURES & LITERARY

LECTURES & LITERARY EVENTS Political Earthquakes— Presented by the Savannah Council on World Affairs (SCWA). Free Thu., Sep. 28, 8 p.m. Skidaway Island Presbyterian Church, 50 Diamond Causeway.

Jacob and Gwendolyn Lawrence Lecture— Telfair Museums presents a talk by distinguished museum director and artist Kimberly Camp, who will tell the fascinating and largely unknown story of collector Albert C. Barnes and his relationship with the African American community. Free and open to the public Thu., Oct. 5, 6 p.m.

Trinity UMC, 225 West President St.

Scenic Impressions Opening Lecture— Lecture by noted scholar of Southern art, Martha Severens. Severens is a former curator at museums including the Gibbes Museum of Art in Charleston, the Portland Museum of Art, Maine, and the Greenville County Museum of Art in Spartanburg, SC. Members free, non-members $5 Thu., Oct. 12, 6 p.m. telfair.org. Telfair Academy of Arts and Sciences, 121 Barnard St. Pastoral Ministry in Flannery O’Connor’s ‘The Enduring Chill’— Father Gavin Dunbar, the Rector of St. John’s Church in Savannah, will consider the pastoral ministry of “Fahther Finn – from Purrgatory” in O’Connor’s short story, “The Enduring Chill.” Free and open to the public Sun., Oct. 15, 4 p.m. Flannery O’Connor Childhood Home, 207 E. Charlton Street.

Short Story Competition— The Savannah Authors Workshop will sponsor its 2017 short story competition open to Georgia writers. The first prize is $100; second is $50; third is $25. Each submission must be an unpublished short story of less than 1,500 words and will be accepted from 8/1 to 10/31/2017. Entries will be anonymous, identified only by a code-word selected by each entrant. There will be a single anonymous judge. Authors must not identify themselves anywhere in their entries.

The full competition rules and entry form are available by email only from: christopher92883@gmail.com Through Oct. 15. No physical address given, none.

A lecture at the Jepson on Nov. 2 deals with the preservation of the Owens-Thomas House.

Extremism, Political Islam and Governance in Bangladesh— Presented by the Savannah Council on World Affairs (SCWA). Free for SWCA members, $0 non-members Thu., Oct. 19, 8 p.m. Skidaway Island Presbyterian Church, 50 Diamond Causeway.

ART PAPERS Live: A Conversation with Triple Candie— Telfair partners with ART PAPERS magazine to present a conversation with Triple Candie around the issues and themes presented in Kirk Varnedoe: In the Middle at the Modern. Free and open to the public Sat., Oct. 21, 3 p.m. Jepson Center for the Arts, 207 West York St. Conservation and Restoration at the Owens-Thomas House— This lecture presents the Owens-Thomas House as an evolving example of historic preservation and the various approaches and treatments used in its material preservation throughout the home’s nearly 70 years as a historic house museum. Free and open to the public Thu., Nov. 2, 5:30 p.m. Jepson Center for the Arts, 207 West York St. Thomas Jefferson: Leadership in a Revolutionary World— The Georgia Historical Society and UVaClub of Savannah will host an evening with Dr. Alan Taylor, Thomas Jefferson Foundation Chair at the University of Virginia, two-time Pulitzer Prize winner, winner of the Bancroft Prize, and the National Book Award. Thu., Nov. 2, 6 p.m. Christ Church Episcopal, 28 Bull Street.

What Africa’s Rise Means for the Future Security and Prosperity of the United States-and Why We Aren’t Ready— Presented by the Savannah Council on World Affairs (SCWA). Free for SWCA members, $10 non-members Thu., Nov. 16, 8 p.m. Skidaway Island Presbyterian Church, 50 Diamond Causeway.

Savannah Children’s Book Festival— Children from all over have the opportunity to stroll down beautiful Forsyth Park’s paths and get up close and personal with local authors, indie authors, and others from all over. Sat., Nov. 18, 10 a.m. Forsyth Park Exploring Flannery O’Connor’s Themes in Modern Day Cuba— Melanie Bowden Simón will discuss how her own personal experiences in Cuba echoed Flannery O’Connor’s remarkable power to find grace and beauty in life’s darkest moments. Free and open to the public Sun., Nov. 19, 4 p.m. Flannery O’Connor Childhood Home, 207 E. Charlton St Lines of Influence— The SCAD Museum of Art and the Jacob and Gwendolyn Knight Lawrence Foundation present a group exhibition to commemorate the centennial celebration of the birth of acclaimed painter, storyteller, educator and chronicler of the mid-20th-century African American experience, Jacob Lawrence. SCAD MOA, 601 Turner Blvd.

The Inside Story of the Iran Nuclear Deal— Presented by the Savannah Council on World Affairs (SCWA). Free for SWCA members, $10 non-members Thu., Dec. 7, 8 p.m. Skidaway Island Presbyterian Church, 50 Diamond Causeway.

Dr. Robert Strozier Reading of Truman Capote’s ‘A Christmas Memory’— Retired Armstrong State University English professor Dr. Robert Strozier will deliver the 28th annual holiday reading of Truman Capote’s short story, “A Christmas Memory.” Don’t miss this annual holiday tradition. Free and open to the public Sun., Dec. 17, 3 p.m. Flannery O’Connor Childhood Home, 207 E. Charlton Street.

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Visiting Writer Series w/ Elise Blackwell— Armstrong State University’s College of Liberal Arts will present a reading by acclaimed writer Elise Blackwell. The author of five novels, including Hunger, the novel follows the varied relationships of four characters as they solve a murder mystery surrounding the world’s high art scene. Thu., Oct. 5, 7 p.m. foxyloxycafe. com. Foxy Loxy Cafe, 1919 Bull St.

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For the indecisive: $30 Taco Party platter of 10 chef chosen tacos.

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These A Squad Goat Milk Churros with bitter Ibarra Chocolate Ganache sell out daily.

BULL STREET once again becomes the taco of the town with another hit joint, Bull Street Taco. This California Baja eatery joined the wave of new restaurants, including Henny Penny Café and Natural Selections Café, that have recently flooded Bull Street’s foodie market.

“Bull Street is hoppin’ right now,” declares Mike Cournoyer, founder, owner and self-proclaimed “El Jefe.”

Bull Street Taco is rapidly becoming a community hub where locals line up for the meat-filled or meatless tacos with housemade corn tortillas or the A-Squad Goat Milk Churros that sell out just about every day.

Cournoyer and co-founder Chef Jonathan Massey united their passions to

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introduce Savannah to a niche that was lacking- tacos. The two friends for over a decade had an original plan of getting involved in the food truck movement, but with overhead costs including a commissary and limited selling opportunities, the dos Jefes chose the restaurant route.

“Only one person could convince me to open a restaurant. That is Jon,” Cournoyer admits.

Prior to becoming a restaurateur, Cournoyer labeled himself as a man of many trades. The former construction and computer-programming mogul learned about finances and business management from his wide-ranged experiences.

“Everything I have learned from this point has brought me to owning this business.”

Massey on the other hand moved to Savannah with an itch to get back to the coast. As a skillful chef, he opened quite a few restaurants in this town including the Bohemian Hotel and 39 Rue de Jean.

After tossing around the idea of a food truck, Jon settled on the concept of a easygoing taco joint.

“I wanted to do this with a friend, someone who has the same passion that I do.

When I approached Cournoyer with the concept, he didn’t think twice. Right from the beginning we were on the same page and it has been great ever since.”

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Cournoyer looks around his taco temple with a glimmer in his eye. “It’s cool to take something from an 8 by 11 piece of paper, a concept, and bring it to the point where we are sitting here today, right now.”

The two business partners executed their vision well, as Bull Street Taco exudes the chill hipster vibe that one would expect from a taco hut in California. The exposed brick wall, surfer paraphernalia, lime green accents, natural wood tables and blue cafeteria-style chairs beckon you to sit down and unwind.

The open-concept squared eatery boasts an eclectic cram-jammed space, including a hand-built community table from old floorboards, as well a bar adorned with kaleidoscopic blue and white diamond tiles. Taco junkies can also nosh alfresco under the open-air deck.

There is no doubt that street food is a food movement that we can all get behind.

A taco shell is nothing more than a vehicle for literally any type of food-vegetables, meats, herbs, sauces, cheeses-prepared in a multitude of ways.

Then you throw the choice of corn or flour tortillas into the mix, and all the possibilities are multiplied by two. The probabilities seem endless.

Bull Street Taco dishes out various types of tacos, with something for everyone.

Since each taco ranges from $3-4 bucks, you can try one of everything and still buy a margarita or two.

For meatheads, Chef Massey makes a chorizo taco with handmade meat that has unique ingredients like star anise and canela (Mexican cinnamon). The taco is smothered in cotija cheese and grilled onion hash with a sunny side up egg upon request.

For something even burlier, try the braised short rib taco with roasted tomatillo, radish, jalapeno and onion. Massey braises the short rib over night in tomatillos, garlic and chicken stock, lending to its rich melt-in-your-mouth succulence.

Then there is the chicken taco that is anything but ordinary. The meat is marinated in Valentina hot sauce, topped with onion pickled in sweet pineapple vinegar and dressed with a squiggle of basil crema.

This house aioli, made with basil, lime juice and egg yolk, should be doused on everything, as its basil forward punch is now a taco staple in my mind.

Staying consistent with the island vibe, chef offers a Tuna Poké (POKE-ay) Tostada, a riff on the traditional Hawaiian dish.

Given that poké is essentially cubed raw fish, sushi grade tuna lies atop a schmear of guacamole and is drizzled with sesame ginger dressing.

These decadent toppings are served open-faced on a flash fried flour tortilla, offering a satisfying crunch with every bite.

The vegetarian Roasted Cauliflower taco and the vegan White Bean Hummus taco, with heirloom corona beans, tahini, garlic, achiote oil on a beet masa tortilla, became instant hits among patrons as well.

Since the plethora of choices may stress out the indecisive, Bull Street Taco offers a $30 Taco Party platter of 10 tacos that the chef selects.

After tacos, end your meal with A Squad’s Goat Milk Churros, that is, if they

are not sold out. Natasha Gaskill, pastry chef at A Squad Bake Shop, typically makes doughnuts, but she took on Bull Street Taco’s challenge to create crave-worthy churros.

First, Gaskill made each churro by hand, but has recently bought a new machine given their popularity and high-demand.

These cylindrical donut-like pastries have a tangy cake-like center and a crispy cinnamon and sugar exterior. Drizzled with

bitter Ibarra Chocolate Ganache, sharing really shouldn’t be an option.

For a restaurant that just opened in early September, the fact that Bull Street Taco cranks out about 700 tacos a day proves their growing popularity. Cournoyer and Massey have plans to expand into catering and custom made to-go boxes.

But for now, all they can taco ‘bout is how grateful they are to have Savannah’s support. CS

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SCREENINGS Film: The Graduate— It’s the 50th anniversary of Mrs. Robinson’s scandalicious seduction. $10 Thu., Sep. 28, 7 p.m. The Tybee Post Theater, 10 Van Horne Ave. Film: Gladiator— Part of the Movies You Must See Big series. $8 Sat., Sep. 30, 7 p.m.

Lucas Theatre, 32 Abercorn St. Film: The Hostage— The Psychotronic Film Society salutes the life and amazing career of actor Harry Dean Stanton. $8 Wed., Oct. 4, 8 p.m. The Sentient Bean, 13 E. Park Ave. Film: Loving Vincent— Brings the paintings of Vincent van Gogh to life to tell his remarkable story. $8 Thu., Oct. 5, 7 p.m.

Lucas Theatre, 32 Abercorn St. National Theatre Live: Salomé— This retelling turns the infamous biblical tale on its head, placing the girl we call Salomé at the center of a revolution. $15 Fri., Oct. 6, 7 p.m. Lucas Theatre, 32 Abercorn St. Film: Apollo 13— Part of the Movies You Must See Big series. $8 Sat., Oct. 7, 7 p.m. Lucas Theatre for the Arts, 32 Abercorn St. Film: Mystery George Romero Memorial Tribute— Considered one of the most iconoclastic and influential filmmakers of all time, George Romero created the zombie apocalypse genre. $10 Wed., Oct. 11, 8 p.m. The Sentient Bean, 13 E. Park Ave. Film: American Graffiti— On the last day of summer vacation in early 1960s, friends cruise the streets of small-town California. $10 Thu., Oct. 12, 7 p.m. Tybee Post Theater, 10 Van Horn.

BroadwayHD: She Loves Me— Follows Amalia and Georg, two clerks who aren’t quite the best of friends. $15 Fri., Oct. 13, 7 p.m. Lucas Theatre, 32 Abercorn St. Film: Braveheart— Part of the Movies You Must See Big series. $8 Sat., Oct. 14, 7 p.m.

Lucas Theatre for the Arts, 32 Abercorn St. Film: The Man Who Haunted Himself—A tense supernatural drama. $8 Wed., Oct. 18, 8 p.m. Sentient Bean, 13 E. Park Ave. BroadwayHD: Present Laughter— Follows a self-obsessed actor in the midst of a midlife crisis. $15 Thu., Oct. 19, 11 p.m. Lucas Theatre for the Arts, 32 Abercorn St. Bolshoi Ballet in Cinema: Le Corsaire— The pirate Conrad falls in love at first sight with beautiful Medora. $15 Sun., Oct. 22, 7 p.m. Lucas Theatre, 32 Abercorn St. Film: Asylum - House of Crazies— One of the most entertaining horror anthologies ever made. $8 Wed., Oct. 25, 8 p.m. The Sentient Bean, 13 E. Park Ave. Film: The “Failed Pilot Society” Mystery Screening— The Psychotronic Film Society

hosts a screening presenting a rare public showing of a pilot episode that didn’t connect. $6 Wed., Nov. 1, 8 p.m. Sentient Bean, 13 E. Park Ave. Film: Girl with Hyacinths— This Swedish film noir deals with the aftermath of a suicide. $8 Wed., Nov. 8, 8 p.m. Sentient Bean, 13 E. Park New 4K Restoration of Dario Argento’s Horror Masterpiece Suspiria (1977, Italy)— This special one-show-only event is a fundraiser for the Psychotronic Film Society of Savannah. $12 Fri., Nov. 10, 8 p.m. The Sentient Bean, 13 E. Park Ave. Film: The Glitterball— This low-budget British adventure flick was clearly a big influence on Steven Spielberg’s smash hit E.T.: The Extraterrestrial. $7 Wed., Nov. 15, 8 p.m. The Sentient Bean, 13 E. Park Ave. Bolshoi Ballet in Cinema: The Taming of the Shrew— Baptista struggles to marry off his tempestuous daughter Katharina. $15 Sun., Nov. 19, 7 p.m. Lucas Theatre, 32 Abercorn St. Film: Turkey for Turkey Day: Octaman— Psychotronic Film Society digs up one of the most ineptly made clunkers. $7 Nov. 22, 8 p.m. Sentient Bean, 13 E. Park Ave. National Theatre Live: Follies— New York, 1971. Party on the stage of the Weismann Theatre. Tomorrow the iconic building will be demolished. $15 Wed., Nov. 22, midnight. Lucas Theatre, 32 Abercorn St. Film: Thunder— The great-grandson of a legendary Navajo Chief returns to his hometown in the southwest. $7 Wed., Nov. 29, 8 p.m. Sentient Bean, 13 E. Park Ave. Film: Mill of the Stone Women— This overlooked minor masterpiece is filled with beautiful camerawork. $8 Wed., Dec. 6, 8 p.m. The Sentient Bean, 13 E. Park Ave. National Theatre Live: Young Marx— Rory Kinnear is Engels in this comedy by Richard Bean and Clive Coleman. $15, Dec. 9, midnight. Lucas Theatre, 32 Abercorn St. Film: The Amazing World of Ghosts— Revered by cult film aficionados as one of the most bizarre and nonsensical “fake documentaries” ever. $7 Wed., Dec. 13, 8 p.m. Sentient Bean, 13 E. Park Ave. Film: Street Trash— A hilariously inappropriate horror comedy. $7 Wed., Dec. 20, 8 p.m. Sentient Bean, 13 E. Park Ave. Film: It’s a Wonderful Life—Free with nonperishable food donation to America’s Second Harvest of Coastal Georgia. Thu., Dec. 21, 7 p.m. Lucas Theatre, 32 Abercorn St. Film: Come Drink With Me— One of the best Hong Kong films ever made, with amazing fight choreography. $8 Wed., Dec. 27, 8 p.m. Sentient Bean, 13 E. Park

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Service managed to tame its mean-spiritedness with its empathy toward its characters, no such failsafes are in place here, resulting in a motion picture that’s often as ugly as it is excessive.

disappointing denouement. This new It is a respectable addition to the King cinematic canon, but it will be the adults-only second installment that similarly will make or break the overall project.

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OOO In its original hardcover incarnation, Stephen King’s It ran 1,138 pages, second only to The Stand’s 1,153 pages in terms of finding the prolific author at his wordiest. Given that generous length, it’s not surprising that It (and The Stand, for that matter) found itself being fitted for a television miniseries slot rather than a motion picture release, resulting in a 192-minute two-parter on ABC back in 1990. Of course, in this era in which many popular books are split up into two or three movies (The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 1 & 2 and The Hobbit trilogy, for example), it’s not surprising to find a studio willing to allow King’s tome a chance to breathe by spreading its story across two theatrical releases.

Billed in the closing credits as Chapter One, It spends the entirety of its 135-minute running time on the kids that comprise the book’s gang of Losers, with the adult variations of these characters placed in deep-freeze until the inevitable sequel hits theaters in the near-future. It’s a logical way to split the property, and what’s offered in this first part is mostly good stuff.

Front and center, of course, is Pennywise the Dancing Clown, the evil entity that’s kidnapping and killing the children of a small Maine town in 1989. Bill Skarsgård needs some help from the CGI gods to make his Pennywise as memorable as Tim Curry’s superb interpretation from the miniseries, but he nevertheless does a fine job of bringing this monster to life. The seven kids cast as the members of the selfanointed Losers Club, reluctantly ready to do battle against Pennywise, are perfectly cast, with Sophia Lillis as Bev, Jack Dylan Grazer as Eddie, and Jeremy Ray Taylor as Ben particularly memorable (rounding out the septet are St. Vincent’s Jaeden Lieberher as Bill, Stranger Things’ Finn Wolfhard as Richie, Chosen Jacobs as Mike, and Wyatt Oleff as Stanley). Indeed, the sequences in which the kids merely relate to one another are among the film’s strongest, stirring memories of the exquisite Stand By Me (another adaptation of a King property). These scenes never wear out their stay, which can’t be said of a couple of the extended horror set-pieces that verge on overkill.

Interestingly, the 1990 miniseries was at its best when it centered on the adolescent protagonists – despite solid turns by Richard Thomas, John Ritter and others, the adult portions weren’t quite as compel46 ling, ultimately crippled by a downright

O The long-in-the-making movie The Dark Tower runs 95 minutes yet is based on the Stephen King book series that ran over the course of eight novels. Such a condensation may not be quite as vexing as attempting to place all of Shakespeare’s texts onto a single Post-it note, but it nevertheless ranks as an exercise in futility.

Despite the material’s links to other King staples, the movie has less in common with the prolific author’s output and more in common with such Young Adult adaptations as the Divergent and Percy Jackson series. Certainly, there are nods here and there to the King oeuvre (It, 1408, The Shining), but stripped of dramatic heft, the film mainly plays like the YA-sanctioned adventures of a young boy who gets to hang out with a gunslinger and fight a wicked sorcerer.

The boy is Jake Chambers (Tom Taylor), who suffers from recurring dreams involving an imposing tower. The gunslinger is Roland Deschain (Idris Elba), the last in a long line of peacekeepers sworn to protect the title edifice. And the sorcerer is the Man in Black, a vile being seeking to destroy the Tower and thereby unleash all manner of otherworldly evildoers.

The Man in Black is played by Matthew McConaughey, who seems to have based his performance on the most obnoxious car salesman he’s ever met.

The casting of Elba makes more sense than that of his surfer dude co-star, but while he brings the proper degree of gravitas to his role, the thinness of the screenplay means that there’s little depth to his characterization. The entire film suffers from a similar measure of surface sheen.

Potentially interesting players come and go, other worlds and dimensions are visited, and characters engage in weighty proclamations like “He who aims with his hand has forgotten the face of his father,” “He has the shine!” and “The gun is good; the penis is evil” (wait, that one’s from Zardoz; never mind).

But by barreling through the story at Mach speed, nothing is allowed to marinate and deepen. What’s left, then, is a shallow fantasy in which most of the unimaginative action sequences consist of little more than Roland shooting his pistols at various villains.

ATOMIC BLONDE

OOO The logical companion piece to the summer hit Baby Driver, Atomic Blonde is another movie largely defined by its cool-as-ice characters, its action-packed set-pieces, and its awesome mixtape of classic tunes readily available for iTunes download.

But whereas Baby Driver (the better picture, though not by much) loses some tread during its final act, this adaptation of the graphic novel The Coldest City feigns in the opposite direction, getting off to a rocky start before blossoming into something rousing and rejuvenating.

Charlize Theron, newly minted action star thanks to her fast and Furiosa turn in Mad Max: Fury Road, is equally as kick-ass here—she’s Lorraine Broughton, an MI6 agent operating in Berlin at the end of the Cold War. Landing in the city just as the Berlin Wall is about to collapse, Lorraine must find out who killed a fellow operative while also locating an explosive list that contains the names of double agents.

She’s ordered by her MI6 superiors (Toby Jones and James Faulkner) to hook up with the department’s agent in Berlin, a live wire named David Percival (James McAvoy), but she also comes into contact with a gruff CIA agent (John Goodman), a mysterious woman (Sofia Boutella) who’s been following her, and assorted other players in the spy game.

Atomic Blonde is the sort of movie in which nothing is as it seems, as scripter Kurt Johnstad serves up a full menu of double-crosses, triple-crosses, false identities, and startling character revelations.

Some of it doesn’t work (the film reveals its hand regarding McAvoy’s Percival far too soon), but the flurry of activity at least is consistent with the rest of the movie’s kinetic approach.

David Leitch, a former stuntman on such films as The Bourne Ultimatum and 300, made his directorial debut (albeit uncredited) alongside Chad Stahelski on 2014’s John Wick, but his work on Atomic Blonde is far more impressive.

There’s a lengthy fight sequence in this picture that’s among the best of recent times – filmed in one uninterrupted take, it’s less fanciful and more realistically sloppy than many such filmic fisticuffs, as characters can barely stand even as they continue to wallop each other.

As noted, the soundtrack is superb, even if it isn’t always as hardwired into the action as cleverly as the songs in Baby Driver. For instance, After the Fall’s “Der Komissar” figures prominently in one scene, the sole reason apparently being that—whaddaya know!—the song title is in German and this movie is set in Germany.

Then again, the film does open with one brilliant David Bowie song—“Cat People (Putting Out Fire)”—and closes with

another brilliant Bowie tune (not telling), so let’s not be too harsh on Leitch for turning to his iPod to score the picture.

Like his personal playlist, Atomic Blonde rocks.

DUNKIRK

OOO Dunkirk is already being hailed in some quarters as one of the greatest war films ever made and in other corners as a typically overrated Christopher Nolan endeavor. Neither claim is accurate, although it should be noted that the enthusiasts are closer to the mark than the Nolan naysayers.

Certainly, Dunkirk hardly belongs in the same class as Apocalypse Now, Saving Private Ryan or any of the other superb combat flicks that have been produced over the past 100-odd years. Focusing on the unlikely — some would say miraculous — evacuation of over 300,000 surrounded Allied soldiers from the French beaches over the course of a few days in 1940, the movie is stripped down in terms of its characterizations.

Various players are represented in only scattered scenes, and character names are often hard to come by. A few recognizable actors appear here and there — Tom Hardy as a courageous pilot, Cillian Murphy as a shell-shocked soldier, Kenneth Branagh as a concerned officer, and Bridge of Spies Oscar winner Mark Rylance as a British citizen commandeering one of the rescue boats — but most of the cast is comprised of up-and-comers whose boyish faces are often hard to distinguish in the darkness and under the dirt.

Worse, Nolan’s decision to tinker with time won’t bother those who can keep up but is certain to anger and irritate those whose knives are already unsheathed.

Yet to suggest that Dunkirk is a movie lacking in emotion because it’s lacking in sharply etched players is incorrect. Nolan’s strength here is his ability to place audiences right into the thick of the various struggles taking place by air, land and sea.

Backed by Hans Zimmer’s forceful score as well as sound effects that deserve this year’s Oscar, he comes up with a movie that works beautifully as an aural and visual assault. This in turn heightens the senses in terms of what’s at stake for all these soldiers and civilians, and viewers with any semblance of empathy will easily be engaged, enraged and, ultimately, inspired.

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Savannah, downtown.

ACTIVISM & POLITICS

CALL FOR ENTRIES FOR VIGNETTE SAVANNAH

FIRST TUESDAY TOUR OF CITY HALL

The First Tuesday Tour series gives an overview of the history, architecture, and art of historic City Hall. Participants will also hear stories about some of the City’s more fascinating characters and learn about their City government.

The tour is free, but space is limited and registration is required, at savannahga.gov/FirstTuesdayTours. first Tuesday of every month, noon. 912-651-6411. lspracher@ savannahga.gov. Savannah City Hall, 2 East Bay Street.

Are you a student living fabulously in a studio apartment or a creative with an efficient yet stylish workspace?

Maybe you’re renewing your space after Hurricane Matthew, decorating your home for the holidays for the first time, or just want to share the character & charm of your historical home? Whatever your space, Vignette Savannah would love to feature you. Vignette Savannah is a web presence that features the most creative and eclectic living, leisure, and work spaces in Savannah. Tell us about yours at vignettesavannah@ gmail.com, and check us out in the weeks to come at vignettesavannah. com. ongoing. Downtown Savannah, downtown.

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.

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.

SAVANNAH AREA YOUNG REPUBLICANS

Get involved. Contact is Michael Johnson, via email or telephone, or see website for info. 912-6040797. chairman@sayr.org. sayr.org.

Call or see website for information.

Free ongoing. 912-308-3020. savannahyoungrepublicans.com.

CALL FOR PARTICIPANTS IN PTSD STUDY

Join the Facebook group to find out about upcoming local events.

Mondays. Facebook.com/groups/ SAVlibertarians.

TAKING A KNEE: A DISCUSSION

Discuss the controversy over taking a knee during the national anthem with civil guidelines. Wed., Sep. 27, 8 p.m. The Foundery Coffee Pub, 1313 Habersham St. 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.

Fall Plant Sales

This will be the best opportunity of the season to come find your raised-from-seed vegetables and herbs for your home garden. Fun varieties include Seaside Spinach, Dinosaur Kale and many others.

SAT., SEP. 30, 9 A.M.-1 P.M. 912-509-0709. SAVANNAHVICTORYGARDENS@ GMAIL.COM. SAVANNAHVICTORYGARDENS.COM/.

SAVANNAHVICTORYGARDENS.COM. VICTORY GARDENS, 2500 TENNESSEE AVE.

CALL FOR VENDORS FOR SAVANNAH ZINE FEST

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SAVANNAH LIBERTARIANS

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 912-9200214 ext. 2169. ongoing. Online only, none.

PULP Books & Gallery is now accepting vendor applications for the first annual Savannah Zine AUDITIONS AND CALLS Fest, taking place October 7th. The FOR ENTRIES Savannah Zine Fest aims to bring an audition, e-mail: savaayo@yahoo. CALL FOR AUDITIONS FOR THE AUDITIONS FOR ARMSTRONG YOUTH together DIY enthusiasts, zine makers DOWNTOWN DELILAHS DANCE com. Info is also available at www.

ORCHESTRA and independent publishers across savaayo.org. AYO is sponsored in part CABARET Open to students enrolled in primary by the Savannah Friends of Music, the Southeast for a day of selling, The Downtown Delilahs dance grades through high school and buying and trading. We are taking cabaret are holding auditions for www.savannahfriendsofmusic.com including Armstrong students applications from independent several upcoming shows. To set up ongoing. about.armstrong.edu/ (available for course credit). an audition, contact Jade Bills at 912- publishers of all forms of printed Maps/index.html. Armstrong State Auditions, by appointment, are in 272-7601. Through Nov. 1. Downtown University, 11935 Abercorn St. CONTINUES ON P. 48 47 Armstrong Fine Arts Hall. To schedule

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masters (you know who!) are coming out to entertain you and benefit the Tybee Relief effort. $10 Sat., Sep. 30, 7-9 p.m. 912472-4790. info@tybeeposttheater. org. tybeeposttheater.org. tybeeposttheater.org. Tybee Post Theater, 10 Van Horn.

COMMUNITY HEROES GOLF TOURNAMENT

The Two Hundred Club will be honoring those who lost their lives in the line of duty in the Coastal Empire and also commemorate the heroes of fifteen years ago on September 11th 2001. At the opening ceremony of the annual Community Heroes Golf Tournament, which raises funds to care for those who care for us, an honor guard and bagpipes will be featured as dignitaries introduce the day’s events. Wed., Sep. 27, 10:30 a.m. twohundredclub.org. westinsavannah.com/. Westin Savannah Harbor Golf Resort & Spa, 1 Resort Drive.

DANCING WITH THE SAVANNAH STARS

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.

matter, including zines, comics, artists’ books, magazines, etc.

Interested in becoming a vendor?

Visit www.savannahzinefest.com to reserve your table. Please email info@savannahzinefest.com for more information. Through Oct. 7. PULP Bookstore and Gallery, 412 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive.

Hall, 2 East Bay Street.

POLLUTION OF OUR WATERWAYS EXHIBIT

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Ships of the Sea Museum is now accepting submissions for a 2018 exhibit on the pollution of our waterways. Inspired by Jason deCaires Taylor’s public art piece “Plasticide,” we are seeking the CALL FOR WORLD WAR I ITEMS FOR aid of artists to demonstrate in a CITY EXHIBIT visceral, yet authentic way the local The City of Savannah Research and global effects of water pollution.

Library & Municipal Archives is Submission deadline is 30 October currently planning a World War I 2017. For more information please Centennial exhibit for 2018 to honor see our website at: shipsofthesea.

Savannahians’ role in the war. The org Through Oct. 30. 912-232-1511.

City would like to include items from wendymelton@shipsofthesea.org. local residents and families to further shipsofthesea.org. shipsofthesea. personalize the exhibit. Residents are org. Ships of The Sea Museum, 41 asked to share World War I related Martin Luther King Jr Blvd. artifacts or documents with the City RELIGIOUS ETHNIC ARTISTS NEEDED to help create the exhibit. To lend an Religious ethnic (JESUS-YESHUA) item to the exhibit or to learn more artists and musicals needed for about the exhibit, please contact upcoming season. A classical Luciana Spracher, City of Savannah accompanist and conductor for Library & Archives Director, at sacred music and gospel singers Lspracher@savannahga.gov or (912) needed. Contact Reverend Brenda Lee (912) 236-3154; email: 48 651-6411. ongoing. Savannah City

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.

BENEFITS

#TYBEESTRONG TALENT SHOW

Some of Tybee’s top musicians, singers, dancers and puppet

This finale event features eight Savannah Stars dancing to provide hope and make a difference in the lives of abused and neglected children in Chatham County. $50 Thu., Sep. 28, 7 p.m. lucastheatre. com. Lucas Theatre for the Arts, 32 Abercorn St. LOWCOUNTRY ANNIE OAKLEYS CHARITY CLAYS

This 100-Shot Tournament benefits the Dwaine & Cynthia Willett Children’s Hospital of Savannah.

Non-shooters are welcome to join us at the After Party, which will include an awards ceremony, heavy hors d’oeuvres and live music. By participating in the Lowcountry Annie Oakleys Charity Clays, you are supporting more than 5,000 children who are hospitalized each year at the only children’s hospital in our region. The Willett Children’s Hospital ensures children are treated by pediatric specialists in a child-friendly hospital close to home. $1200 per team, $25 per nonshooter for after party Fri., Sep. 29, 1-7 p.m. kolbuja1@memorialhealth. com. lowcountryannieoakleys.com.

Forest City Gun Club, 9203 Ferguson Avenue.

MAMIE RUTH KID’S LINE LAUNCH & FUNDRAISER FASHION SHOW

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proceeds from the evening’s sales will be donated to flood victims on Tybee Island. free Thu., Sep. 28, 5-8:30 p.m. 912.289.7937. katie@ mamieruth-mliz.com. facebook.com/ events/1996916950554407/. Mamie Ruth | M. Liz Jewelry, 107 W. Liberty St. SCMPD ANIMAL CONTROL SEEKS VOLUNTEERS

Savannah Chatham County Animal Control seeks volunteers to serve various tasks as needed by the shelter. No prior animal shelter experience is necessary.

Newly trained volunteers will be authorized to serve immediately after orientation. Potential volunteers are asked to notify J. Lewis prior to orientation; though, walk-ins are welcome. Volunteers must be at least 17-years-old. ongoing. (912) 5252151. jlewis01@savannahga.gov.

CHAMPIONS TRAINING CENTER

Offering a variety of classes and training in mixed martial arts, juijitsu, judo and other disciplines for children and adults. All skill levels.

525 Windsor Rd. 912-349-4582. ctcsavannah.com.

2013

CHINESE LANGUAGE CLASSES

Big headline shows have graced Savannah’s stage, but no one stands out more than Jackal who took a chainsaw to a chair in true rock ‘n’ roll style!

The Confucius Institute at Savannah State University offers free Chinese language classes starting January 17. To register, please call 912358-3160. ongoing. 912-358-3160. confuciusinstitute@savannahstate. edu. savannahstate.edu. savstate. edu/. Savannah State University, 3219 College St. CLAY CLASSES

ART, MUSIC, PIANO, VOICE COACHING

Savannah Clay Studio at Beaulieu offers handbuilding, sculpture, and handmade tiles, basic glazing and firing. 912-351-4578. sav.. claystudio@gmail.com.

BASIC SELF DEFENSE

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

CLASSES, CAMPS & WORKSHOPS

CELEBRATE 20 YEARS RUNNING

classes. ongoing. 912-228-4838. bridgewebs.com/savannahclubs.

Savannah Duplicate Bridge Center, 8511 Ferguson Ave.

Coaching for all ages, beginners through advanced. Classic, modern, jazz improvization and theory. Serious inquiries only. 912-961-7021 or 912667-1056.

BOATING CLASSES

Essential self-defense for adults. $30/month Tuesdays, Thursdays, 6 p.m. fit912savannah.com. fit912savannah.com. Fit912 Savannah, 428 Bull Street.

COMMUNITY EMERGENCY RESPONSE TEAM TRAINING

Chatham Emergency Response Training (CERT) presents a realistic approach to emergency situations where citizens may initially be on BEADING CLASSSES AT EPIPHANY their own and their actions can BEAD & JEWELRY STUDIO make a difference. This training will Learn jewelry-making techniques be conducted in three sessions, all from beginner to advanced. Call for class times. 912-677-3983. epiphany. who sign up are required to attend each session to receive certification. indiemade.com. Epiphany Bead & Some skills citizens can expect Jewelry Studio, 101 N. Fahm St. to learn: techniques to suppress BEGINNING BELLY DANCE CLASSES Taught by Happenstance Bellydance. small fires, basic first aid, how to establish effective search and rescue All skill levels and styles. Private operations, how to react to an active instruction available. $15 912-704shooter event, and to recognize and 2940. happenstancebellydance@ gmail.com. happenstancebellydance. avoid different kinds of terrorism.

FREE Sat., Sep. 30, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. 912wordpress.com.

201-4500. clsawyer@chathamcounty.

BRIDGE LESSONS Competitive Bidding (BB2), Saturday, org. chathamemergency.org/ events/default.php. Southside Fire February 4 at 10AM. Defensive Department Station 3, 2009 Grove Signals (BB5), Monday February Point Road.

6. They are 4 week classes.

CREATIVITY COACHING Intermediate and advanced Do you have a creative idea but workshops continue on Fridays at don’t know where to start? Is it time 10AM. Savannah Duplicate Bridge to move forward with your project?

Center, 8511 Ferguson Ave, Sandfly.

Also, games are held in the afternoon Work with your very own creativity coach and learn how to blast through and/or evening almost every day. blocks, plan your time, and enjoy There is something for players at all the richness of a creative life. See levels. Check our website for fees CONTINUES ON P. 50 and schedules of games and other

2011 Since its inauguration, Rock ‘n’ Roll Savannah is the only event in the series where river boat ferry is the preferred mode of transportation to the Health & Fitness Expo.

2016 Hundreds of Savannah State University students turn out to cheer on marathoners as they complete 3 miles within university grounds.

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1pm-3pm. 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.

Portman’s Music Superstore, 7650 Abercorn St.

emotional & physical healing; reduces neuromuscular & arthritic pain. E-mail NOVEL WRITING request for appointment/ Fee base at Write a novel, finish the one revfugon@gmail.com, or Text (only) DIVAS & PUMPS: ADULT HEELS DANCE you’ve started, revise it or pursue 912-429-7265 ongoing. Online only, CLASS publication. Award-winning Savannah none.

Divas & Pumps is a dance class INTERMEDIATE JEWELERS STUDIO author offers one-on-one or small A. ROPER STUDIO - VOICE TECHNIQUE teaching walks, struts, freestyles, and You’ve got basic soldering skills group classes, mentoring, manuscript AND COACHING choreography to hits by our favorite down and are ready to try some critique, ebook formatting. Email for Experienced and successful voice Divas. Come get your life every experimenting. This class is focused pricing and scheduling info. ongoing. instructor is accepting students.

Wednesday at 7:30. $15 Wednesdays, on design execution. Learn to pmasoninsavannah@gmail.com.

Nurturing and collaborative 7:30 p.m. 323-539-1760. successfully combine your skills into OCEAN TO TABLE: BLUE CRAB studio. Services offered include DANCEHOWIWANTTO@GMAIL.COM. pieces that require multiple soldering Enjoy blue crab season on the strengthening the voice, range DANCEHOWIWANTTO.COM. operations, forethought, and coast with a morning workshop all extension, relaxation techniques, DUI PREVENTION GROUP planning. Make beautiful, wearable about this delicious crustacean. and coaching through various styles Offers victim impact panels for pieces that you love to put on day Prepare and sample your own blue of music. Audition and competition intoxicated drivers, DUI, offenders, after day. Perfect for the student that crab dish while learning about the preparation. Located 15 minutes and anyone seeking knowledge about has some basic experience. Christina biology, ecology, nutrition and food from downtown. Varies Mondaysthe dangers of driving while impaired. provides a project each week to safety behind your seafood. You Saturdays, 8 a.m.-8 p.m. 912A must see for teen drivers. Meets inspire your own designs. 225.00 will learn about how the crab gets 484-0628. Downtown Savannah, monthly. $40/session 912-443-0410. Thu., Sep. 28, 6:30-9:30 p.m. 770-361- from the ocean to your plate and downtown.

FAMILY LAW WORKSHOP RUSSIAN LANGUAGE CLASSES 0405. christina@dreamcatstudio. all the steps in between. You’ll gain The Mediation Center has three com. dreamcatstudio.com/. tips for how you can confidently and Learn to speak Russian. All workshops per month for people who dreamcatstudio.com. dreamcat experience levels welcome, beginner safely purchase, store and prepare do not have legal representation in a studio, Hover Creek RD. to expert. Call for info. ongoing. 912blue crabs. $32 Wed., Sep. 27, 10 family matter: divorce, legitimation, KNITTING & CROCHET CLASSES 713-2718. a.m.-12:30 p.m. 912-652-7981. modifications of child support, Offered at The Frayed Knot, 6 W. SAMBA SAVANNAH DRUMMING uge3051@uga.edu. gacoast.uga.

WORKSHOP visitation, contempt. Schedule: State St. See the calendar of events edu/event/ocean-table-georgia1st Tues, 2nd Mon, 4th Thursday. on website. Mondays. 912-233-1240. blue-crabs/. coastalgeorgiabg.org/.

Learn Afro-Brazilian rhythms with Call for times. $30 912-354-6686. thefrayedknotsav.com.

Coastal Georgia Botanical Gardens, 2 drumming instructor Andrew Hartzell. mediationsavannah.com.

LIFE CHALLENGE COACHING All ages. $10 Sundays, 2:30 p.m.

Canebrake Rd. FANY’S SPANISH/ENGLISH INSTITUTE In an environment of patience, nonPHOTOGRAPHY CLASSES starlandiasupply.com. Starlandia Spanish is fun. Classes for adults and judgement and compassion, we will Photography Workshops: Beginner Creative Supply, 2438 Bull Street. children held at 15 E. Montgomery explore the source of your challenge, to Advanced level. 4-hour sessions.

SASS & SWAG ADULT HIP HOP Crossroad. Register by phone. the beliefs that hold your challenge $250 per student. See website for Sass & Swag is a high energy, adult ongoing. 912-921-4646. in place, and discover & enact complete list. 410-251-4421. chris@ hip hop dance class. Learn hip hop HISTORICAL WRITERS GUILD OF healthy and healing life changes. For chrismorrisphotography.com. grooves you can take to any party RICHMOND HILL MONTHLY WORKSHOP appointment, contact Cindy Un Shin chrismorrisphotography.com/learn. or club, and learn a choreographed In addition to the regular meetings Beach at revfugon@gmail.com, or PIANO VOICE-COACHING routine to today’s hottest hits. offered on the second and fourth Text (only) to 912-429-7265. ongoing. Pianist with M/degree,classical Mondays at 7:30 pm. $15 Monday of each month as a writing Online only, none. modern jazz improvisation, no age Mondays, 7:30 p.m. 323-539-1760. feedback group, the Historical Writers MUSIC LESSONS--MULTIPLE limit. Call 912-961-7021 or 912-667DANCEHOWIWANTTO@GMAIL.COM. INSTRUMENTS AND STYLES Guild of Richmond Hill will begin 1056. Serious inquiries only. ongoing. DANCEHOWIWANTTO.COM. offering its members a writing skills Savannah Musicians’ Institute offers POWER SELF DEFENSE YOUTH AND TEEN AERIAL SILK CLASSES workshop on the first Monday of private instruction for all ages and Get fit and develop powerful selfeach month. This monthly workshop experience levels for Guitar (electric, defense skills. For active adults. $30/ Youth Class ages 8+. Teen Class will address topics such as: show acoustic, bass, classical, jazz), Piano, month Tuesdays, Thursdays, 7 p.m. ages 11+. Learn to dance and work versus tell, conflict, how to build your Flute, Banjo, Mandolin, Ukulele, fit912savannah.com. fit912savannah. with Aerial Silks and Hoop while story, fiction strategy and structure, Clarinet, Saxophone, and Voice as com. Fit912 Savannah, 428 Bull suspended in the air. Weekly classes characterization, and other topics as well as Music Theory/ Composition/ Street. held on Fridays through the month chosen by the group. The mission of Ear Training. We teach public, private R&B SOUL ADULT LINE DANCING of September only. Very limited the Historical Writers Guild (HWG) and home school students as well The R&B Soul line dance group space available, reserve your spot of Richmond Hill is to improve as adults at all experience levels.

Savannah Show Stoppers are and register online today. $20/class members’ writing skills and to help Located at 15 East Montgomery conducting line dance classes every $75/September package ongoing. each writer become published. first Crossroads in Office #205 near White Monday night at the West Broad St. 954.682.5694. elyse.thestudio@ Monday of every month. Richmond Bluff Road, Savannah, GA. ongoing.

YMCA and every Tuesday nights yahoo.com. thestudiosav.net.

Hill Museum, 11460 Ford Ave. 912-388-1806. smisavannah@gmail. at the John Delaware Center. Both thestudiosav.net/. The STUDIO, HOUSING AUTHORITY NEIGHBORHOOD com. savmusiciansinstitute.com. classes starts at 6:30. Lamont 2805-B Lacy Ave. RESOURCE CENTER NEW HORIZONS ADULT BAND PROGRAM Hunter, the founder of the Savannah ZONA ROSA WRITING WORKSHOP Housing Authority of Savannah Music program for adults who played Show Stoppers, is the Instructor.

Become the writer you were hosts classes at the Neighborhood a band instrument in high school/ Donations Mondays, 6:30-8 p.m. and meant to be: Join Zona Rosa, the Resource Center. Adult literacy/ college and would like to play again. Tuesdays, 6:30-8 p.m. 912-220-7712. internationally acclaimed, monthly GED prep: Mon-Thurs, 9am-12pm & Mondays at 6:30pm at Portman’s. hlamont70@yahoo.com. YMCA-West Savannah-based writing workshops 1pm-4pm. Financial education: 4th $30 per month. All ages and ability Broad St, 1110 May St. founded and led by award-winning Fri each month, 9am-11am. Basic levels welcome. Call for info. ongoing. REIKI TREATMENT author Rosemary Daniell. Over 180 912-354-1500. portmansmusic.com. Reiki relaxes & rejuvenates; promotes Zona Rosans have become published 50 computer training: Tues & Thurs,

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website for more info at www.laurenl. com/creativity_coaching/ or contact Creativity@LaurenL.com ongoing.

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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.

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.

FAITH BASED BUSINESS NETWORKING EVENT - SAVANNAH

Our mission is to Grow, Encourage, Inspire, Ignite & Equip Christian Business owners on how to do business with a Kingdom mindset.

We promote and celebrate excellence in the business arena while developing the future generations of leaders through Christian values, disciplines, honor, integrity and expression of skills.

Register early before the event closes out and please share this event by inviting a guest. Free first Tuesday of every month, 7:30-9 a.m.

912-257-6248. info@kbnalliance. com. eventbrite.com/e/christianbusiness-networking-event-savannahtickets-17883772846. Calvary Baptist Temple, 4625 Waters Ave.

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.

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.

912-596-1962. honorflightsavannah.

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 KNITTERS, NEEDLEPOINT AND culture. Meets every Saturday CROCHET morning from 10 am to noon. Check Meets every Wednesday. Different the Facebook group to see meeting locations downtown. Call for info. No location. ongoing. facebook.com/ fees. Want to learn? Join us. ongoing. groups/SavannahChineseCorner.

912-308-6768.

Downtown Savannah, downtown.

LOW COUNTRY TURNERS

A club for wood-turning enthusiasts.

A club focusing on weaving, spinning, Call Steve Cook for info at number basket making, knitting, crocheting, below. ongoing. 912-313-2230. quilting, beading, rug hooking, doll MILITARY ORDER OF THE PURPLE HEART LADIES AUXILIARY making, and other fiber arts. Meets at Oatland Island Wildlife Center, Meets the first Saturday of the month first Saturday of the month (Sept.at 1:00pm. Call for info. ongoing. 912June) 10:15am. Mondays, 10:30 a.m. 786-4508. American Legion Post 184, fiberguildsavannah.homestead.com/. 3003 Rowland Ave. Fiber Guild of the Savannahs, 711 PHILO CAFE Sandtown Road GA. Discussion group that meets GEORGIA NATURE PHOTOGRAPHERS every Monday, 7:30pm - 9:00pm at ASSOCIATION-COASTAL CHAPTER various locations. Anyone craving Coastal Chapter of the GNPA. The good conversation is invited. Free GNPA is 100% focused on nature to attend. Email for info, or see photography and offers Field Trips, Facebook.com/SavannahPhiloCafe.

Monthly Speakers, Competitions, Mondays. athenapluto@yahoo.com.

Seminars and Workshops and the R.U.F.F. - RETIREES UNITED FOR THE FUTURE Annual EXPO with prominent nature photographers and keynote speakers. RUFF meets the last Friday of each Photographers of all levels are month at 10am to protect Social welcome! $35 per year first Tuesday Security, Medicare, Medicaid and of every month, 6 p.m. 912-234-2571. related senior issues. Parking in the alfie.wace@gmail.com. gnpa.org. rear. Free to all Seniors ongoing. 912oatlandisland.org/. Oatland Island 344-5127. Savannah Tree Foundation, Wildlife Center, 711 Sandtown Rd. 3025 Bull Street.

FIBER GUILD OF THE SAVANNAHS

Co. Call or see website for info. ongoing. 912-447-0943. hdb.org. moonriverbrewing.com/. Moon River Brewing Co., 21 West Bay St.

SAFE KIDS SAVANNAH

A coalition dedicated to preventing childhood injuries.

Meets 2nd Tuesday each month, 11:30am-1:00pm. See website or call for info. ongoing. 912-353-3148. safekidssavannah.org.

SAVANNAH BREWERS’ LEAGUE

Meets 1st Wednesday of the month, 7:30pm at Moon River Brewing

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.

912-748-7020. savannahnavyleague. us.

SAVANNAH GO CLUB

This is a new club for the board game “go” (igo, weiqi, baduk). For places and times, 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. 912308-6768.

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.

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savannahnewcomers.com. ongoing.

St.

Habersham St.

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.

CONFERENCES

Join Savannah’s bicycle community for a free ride to raise awareness for bike rights. Last Friday of every month, 6 p.m. Forsyth Park, Drayton St. & East Park Ave.

SAVANNAH PARROT HEAD CLUB

SAVANNAH TOASTMASTERS

DRINKS AFTER WORK

This group is for people that enjoy getting out mid-week, being social The Hilton Head Island-Bluffton after work, and want to discover new Chamber of Commerce, in places in the downtown Savannah conjunction with the South Carolina area. Come have a cocktail, make Lowcountry SCORE chapter, will host new friends, and get over the hump. the first THRIVE Lowcountry Women’s The group will meet on Wednesdays Conference on Friday, Sept. 29. T A at various establishments throughout welcome reception is scheduled for Downtown Savannah and nearby Thursday, Sept. 28, from 5 to 8:30 SAVANNAH VEGGIES AND VEGANS area. http://www.meetup.com/Drinksp.m., and the conference will be Join the Facebook group to find after-work/ https://www.facebook. held on Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 out more about vegetarian and com/groups/960991837322187/ p.m. There will be a special room vegan lifestyles, and to hear about Wednesdays, 7 p.m. rate at $159 per night for Sonesta upcoming local events. Mondays. drinksafterworksavannah@ guests who attend THRIVE and use SCAD DAILY TOURS gmail.com. meetup.com/Drinksthe discount code 0928WOMEN. SCAD offers tours in Savannah, after-work/events/227656080/. $99, but those who sign up before Atlanta and Hong Kong for distillerysavannah.com. The Distillery, Sept. 1 receive $10 off Thu., Sep. prospective students and their 416 W. Liberty St. 28, 5-8:30 p.m. and Fri., Sep. 29, 8 families. Tours are available daily, THE EXCHANGE CLUB OF SAVANNAH a.m.-4:30 p.m. 843-415-8230. laurie@ In a rut? The Exchange Club of excluding Sundays, in Savannah, auntlauries.com. hiltonheadchamber. Savannah welcomes men and Atlanta, and Hong Kong. Tours org/chamber-events/thriveallow prospective students an women like you to support, serve lowcountry-womens-summit/. opportunity to view classrooms and and encourage the best teachers, Sonesta Resort, 130 Shipyard Drive. administrative buildings, galleries, students, firefighters, crime fighters, residence halls and dining facilities leaders and organizations in and see where our students live, learn EVENTS our community. Check us out at and prepare for professional careers. 150TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE savannahexchange.org or find us Free Mondays-Saturdays. scad.edu/ RE-LIGTHING OF THE TYBEE ISLAND on Facebook. Mondays, noon. 912admission/visit-scad/daily-tours.

441-6559. ddewitt30@yahoo.com.

LIGHTHOUSE scad.edu/. Savannah College of Art Come celebrate the historic re-lighting Savannahexchange.org. Exchange and Design, PO Box 2072.

Club of Savannah, 4801 Meding of Georgia’s oldest and tallest VIETNAM VETERANS OF AMERICA lighthouse. There will be a re-lighting Street.

CHAPTER 671 ceremony, live music by Roy Swindell, FALL KICKOFF AND OKTOBERFEST Meets second Monday of each Low Country Boil by The Crab Shack, RELEASE month, 7pm, at the American Legion silent auction, & two drink tickets per Celebrate the release of the Post 135, 1108 Bull St. ongoing. seasonal Oktoberfest with brats guest. $65 (general) $50 (members 912-429-0940. rws521@msn.com. & lighthouse volunteers) Sun., Oct. 1, and bingo. Doors open at 12PM. vvasav.com.

Serving hot grilled brats and bingo 6:30 p.m. 912-786-5801. desiree@ WOODVILLE-TOMPKINS SCHOLARSHIP at 5PM, hosted by Hungover tybeelighthouse.org. tybee150.

FOUNDATION eventbrite.com. tybeelighthouse.org/. Entertainment. $5 - $6 per pint Sat., Meets second Tuesday each month Sep. 30, 12-9 p.m. 912-335-2804.

Tybee Island Lighthouse, 30 Meddin (except October) 6:00pm, Woodville- Ave. contact@coastalempirebeer.com.

Tompkins, 151 Coach Joe Turner St. COMMON GROUNDS coastalempirebeer.com/. Coastal Call or email for info. ongoing. 912Common Grounds is a collaboration Empire Beer Co, 79 Ross Rd. 232-3549. chesteraellis@comcast.

FALL PLANT SALES of the Episcopal Church and the net.

United Methodist Wesley Fellowship. This will be the best opportunity of the season to come find your raisedWe meet on Wednesday nights for from-seed vegetables and herbs open theological discussion on CONCERTS for your home garden. Fun varieties hot button issues.

All are welcome SAVANNAH LIVE include Seaside Spinach, Dinosaur regardless of faith background Savannah Live is a high-energy 2 Kale and many others. Sat., Sep. or where you are on your spiritual hour variety show that features 30, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. 912-509-0709. journey.

We are open and affirming everything from pop to Broadway savannahvictorygardens@gmail. of the LGBT community.

Order and Motown to rock n’ roll, featuring com. savannahvictorygardens.com/. for Compline by candlelight is a rockin’ live band and eight singers. savannahvictorygardens.com. Victory offered on Sunday nights at 8PM. $37 Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays, Gardens, 2500 Tennessee Ave. Wednesdays, 8 p.m. facebook.

8 p.m. savannahtheatre.com. The FREE MONTHLY EXPECTANT & NEW com/commongroundssavannah.

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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.

THE HILTON HEAD ISLAND-BLUFFTON CHAMBER OF COMMERCE IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE SOUTH CAROLINA LOWCOUNTRY SCORE CHAPTER WILL HOST THE FIRST THRIVE LOWCOUNTRY WOMEN’S CONFERENCE ON FRIDAY, SEPT. 29.

CRITICAL MASS SAVANNAH

This FREE monthly support group is held on the first Tuesday of each month. No pre-registration is required.

Please join us for conversation, support and refreshments. Children are welcome! FREE first Tuesday of every month, 10 a.m.-noon. 912-5446387. erigosavannah.com. Erigo, 5301 Paulsen 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, architecture, history of the theatre and of early cinema. $4. Group rates for ten or more.

School trips available. Tours are Monday-Friday 10am-5pm and must be scheduled. To schedule a tour, contact Megan Chandler at 912-5255029 or mchandle@lucastheatre. com. ongoing. 912-525-5023. lucastheatre.com. Lucas Theatre for the Arts, 32 Abercorn St. HISTORY IS MONUMENTAL WALKING TOURS

Massie offers the rare opportunity to walk where history was made during the Colonial, American Revolution and Civil War eras. You will hear some tales and anecdotes behind the monuments, statues and exquisite homes and discover who is buried beneath our beautiful squares, and why they are there. $15 Thu., Sep. 28, 6 p.m. massieschool.com/. Massie Heritage Center, 207 East Gordon St. JOHN DAVIS FLORIST 30TH ANNIVERSARY

John Davis Florist is celebrating 30 years of business with a Grand Reopening and 30th Anniversary party with a fundraiser for Red Cross Relief Fund. Food and beverages are provided all day. Guests are encouraged to bring donations for the Red Cross Relief Fund. Thu., Sep. 28, 12-9 p.m. johndavisflorist.com. John Davis Florist, 2430 Abercorn St. #MADEINSAV CAMPAIGN KICKOFF PARTY

#MadeinSAV is everything awesome happening in Savannah. It’s the innovative, the homegrown hustle, tech and art and small business and food and more. Thu., Sep. 28, 6 p.m. bullstreetlabs.com. Bull Street Labs, 2222 Bull St. THE ORIGINAL MIDNIGHT TOUR

One of the spookiest tours in town.

Learn about the untold stories of some of the most haunted locations here in Savannah Georgia.

Guaranteed to give you a few goose bumps and an unexplained need for a night light. 33.00 ongoing. 1-866-666-

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3323. 6thsenseworld.com. 6th Sense Renaissance. ongoing. savannahsca. Savannah’s best establishments Savannah Tours, 404 Abercorn Street. org. will create brunch inspired bites PAPRIKA SOUTHERN FALL RELEASE SOUTHBOUND BREWERY SATURDAY while guests indulge and enjoy beer, PARTY + SAFESHELTER FUNDRAISER TOURS AND TASTES mimosas and Bloody Mary’s from our Join Paprika Southern to celebrate Savannah’s first microbrewery is spirit sponsors. Sun., Oct. 1, 12:30 the 2-Year Anniversary in print, open for public tours and tastings p.m. Red Gate Farms, 136 Red Gate along with the release of the Fall Wednesday - Fridays from 5:30Farms Trail,.

2017 issue! Featuring a Local Love 7:30 and Saturdays from 2-4. raffle and DIY apothecary bar by Hang out, have a few cold ones, FITNESS Wildflower Gypsy, both benefiting and learn a little more about $8 COMMUNITY MEDITATION CLASSES SAFE Shelter, Center for Domestic Savannah’s first craft brewery.

Join us for breath work, guided Violence Services, Inc. Free to attend Free Saturdays, 2-4 p.m. 912-335meditation, and yoga nidra, a deep Wed., Sep. 27, 5:30-8 p.m. mail@ 7716. info@southboundbrewingco. relaxation technique to relieve stress, paprikasouthern.com. facebook. com. southboundbrewingco.com. quiet the mind, and find the calm com/events/113378546004360/.

Southbound Brewing Company, 107 within. All proceeds support local Edgar’s Proof and Provision, 15 E. East Lathrop Ave. organizations. $8 Sundays, 6-7 p.m.

Liberty St. TYBEE’S GOT TALENT 912-349-2756.

PBJ PANTRY It’s the event you’ve been waiting ADULT DANCE FITNESS A free food pantry held every for! The 3rd Annual Tybee’s Got Come out to the Lake Mayer Thursday, 10-11am and 6-7pm.

Talent competition at the Tybee Post Community Center and participate in Contact Jessica Sutton for Theater! The legendary island talent “Twist & Shout.” Work out while you questions. 912-897-1192 ongoing. show was resurrected at the Post’s dance to the oldies in this fun and ymcaofcoastalga.org/. YMCA Grand Opening weekend, and it’s back varied fitness class. This program (Wilmington Island), 66 Johnny now for the third year in a row! Yes, is free and open to the public. Bring Mercer Blvd. we’re celebrating our 2nd Anniversary a yoga mat, bottled water, and a SAVANNAH STATE HOMECOMING WEEK with everyone’s favorite display of friend. FREE Tuesdays, Thursdays, The week will be marked by multiple the very best the island has to offer!

1 p.m. 912-652-6863. sedavis@ events, including music by Yo We’ll have a mesmerizing parade of, chathamcounty.org. Lake Mayer, Gotti, lectures, networking events, er, unbelievable talent on our stage -- 1850 E. Montgomery Crossroads. a carnival, alumni gatherings and singers, dancers, muscians, a Beach AERIAL YOGA CLASSES more. Oct. 1-8. savannahstate.

Chair Brigade! Our panel of celebrity Increase flexibility and strength using edu/homecoming. savstate.edu/. judges hold the fate of Tybee’s Most aerial yoga, a relatively new approach Savannah State University, 3219 Talented in their hands! $10 Sat., to a traditional yoga practice. We College St. Sep. 30, 8 p.m. 912-472-4790. info@ use a silk fabric called a ‘hammock’ SAVANNAH STORYTELLERS tybeeposttheater.org. The Tybee Post to support the weight of our Tall tales and fun times with the Theater, 10 Van Horne Ave. bodies, helping us achieve various classic art of storytelling. Every WILMINGTON ISLAND FARMER’S postures with more depth, ease and MARKET Wednesday at 6pm. Reservations excitement. Every Saturday. Class encouraged by calling 912-349-4059. Food trucks, including Chazito’s Latin size limited. Required to register Wednesdays, 6 p.m. liveoakstore.

Cuisine and Jenni’s Treats on the online ahead of time. $25 Saturdays, com/tubbysthunderbolt. Tubby’s Tank Streets, will augment the market’s 12:30-1:45 p.m. 954.682.5694. elyse.

House (Thunderbolt), 2909 River Dr. selection of delicious food and thestudio@yahoo.com. thestudiosav.

SCAD DAILY TOURS artisan-crafted items available for net/schedule.html. thestudiosav.net/.

SCAD offers tours in Savannah, purchase. Sep. 30 is Puppy Palooza The STUDIO, 2805-B Lacy Ave. Atlanta and Hong Kong for and a fundraiser for Southeastern AIKIDO CLASSES prospective students and their Guide Dogs.. Saturdays, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Aikido is a traditional Japanese families. Tours are available Islands High School, 170 Whitemarsh martial art developed by Morihei daily, excluding Sundays, and Island Road.

Ueshiba, ‘O Sensei’ or (‘Great allow prospective students an Teacher’). On a purely physical level opportunity to view classrooms and it is an art involving throws and FESTIVALS administrative buildings, galleries, joint locks that are derived from LATINO HERITAGE MONTH residence halls and dining facilities Jujitsu and Kenjutsu (open hand Armstrong’s Hispanic Outreach and and see where our students live, learn and weapon based techniques).

Leadership at Armstrong (HOLA) and prepare for professional careers.

Beyond the self defense aspects of program has organized nearly 30 For more information please visit, the art its true goal is to challenge its events for this year’s celebration, https://www.scad.edu/admission/ which will take place on Armstrong’s practitioners to discover their best visit-scad/daily-tours. ongoing. SCAD selves. $50/month for JEA Members, main campus at 11935 Abercorn Student Center, 120 Montgomery St. $70/month for Non-Members, or St., the Armstrong Liberty Center at SHIRE OF FORTH CASTLE FIGHTER $80/8-class punch card Tuesdays, 175 W. Memorial Drive in Hinesville PRACTICE Thursdays, 7-8:30 p.m. 912-604and various downtown Savannah Local chapter of the Society for locations. Free and open to the public 0958, 912-346-2650. AikiNorm@ Creative Anachronism meets aol.com, AikidoBilly@hotmail.com.

Through Oct. 15. about.armstrong.

Saturdays at Forsyth Park (south CoastalAikido.com. savannahjea.org. edu/Maps/index.html. Armstrong end) for fighter practice and general Jewish Educational Alliance, 5111 State University, 11935 Abercorn St. hanging out. For those interested Abercorn St. SAVANNAH BRUNCH FESTIVAL in the Middle Ages and the 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 semi-private 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. BALLROOM FIT

Always wanted to learn how to ballroom dance? Don’t have a partner? Want to get in shape and have fun in the process? If you answered yes to any of these questions, this program is for you!

Learn how to ballroom dance and get a great workout in the process.

We use all styles of music that are modern or traditional. Cha Cha, Rumba, Swing, Jive, Samba, Paso Doble, Foxtrot, Waltz, Hustle, and more! Check out our schedule for more details. 4 classes for $40, 10 classes for $80, UNLIMITED for $120 Sundays, 5-6 p.m., Mondays, 6-7 p.m., Tuesdays, 12:30-1 p.m., Wednesdays, 12:30-1 & 6-7 p.m. and Thursdays, 12:30-1 p.m. 612.470.6683. salondebaile.dance@gmail.com. salondebailedancestudio.com. Salon de Baile Dance & Fitness Studio, 301 US Hwy 80 SE. BEACH BODY WORKOUTS WITH LAURA

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

BEASTMODE FITNESS GROUP TRAINING

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

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of 5 classes Tuesdays, 8-9 p.m.

801.673.6737. info@firstcityfitness. com. firstcityfitness.com/polefitnessparties.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. CANDLE(LIT) COMMUNITY FLOW

Catherine Mulligan teaches this vinyasa flow yoga class in efforts to raise money for local charities in the Savannah community. The class is heated, candlelit, and set to upbeat music. Charities are rotating and chosen based on feedback from the students who show up. $8 Thursdays.

The HUB Savannah, 4505 Habersham St. 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.

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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. MomsPre 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. 912-355-8811. savj.org. savannahjea.org. Jewish Educational Alliance, 5111 Abercorn St. FREE CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP

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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, 10:3011:30 a.m. & 6-7 p.m. and TuesdaysThursdays, 10:30-11:30 a.m. 912376-9833. 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. 912-4958010. savannahclimbingcoop.com.

Savannah Climbing CoOp, 302 W Victory Dr. HIKING & BIKING AT SKIDAWAY ISLAND STATE PARK

Year round fitness opportunities.

Walk or run the 1-mile Sandpiper Nature Trail (accessible) the additional 1-mile Avian Loop Trail, or 3-mile Big Ferry Trail. Bicycle and street strider rentals. Guided hikes scheduled. $5 parking.

Open daily 7am-10pm. Call or see website. ongoing. 912-598-2300. 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 AfricanAmerican 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.

Yoga classes are offered as a 6 week session on Thursday evenings from 6pm – 7:15 pm. The class is suitable for all stages of pregnancy and no prior yoga experience is necessary. $120 - six week session Thursdays. 912-704-7650. ann@ douladeliveries.com. douladeliveries. com. savannahyoga.com/. Savannah Yoga Center, 1321 Bull St. QIGONG 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: 912-376-0219 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, Daily classes for all skill levels Savannah Every Wednesday women including beginners. Private and climb for half price, $5. See website semi-private classes by appointment. for info. ongoing. 912-495-8010.

Carol Daly-Wilder, certified instructor. savannahclimbingcoop.com.

Call or see website for info. ongoing. SAVANNAH DISC GOLF 912-238-0018. savannahpilates.com. Weekly events (entry $5) Friday pilatessavannah.com/. Momentum Night Flights: Fridays, 5pm. Luck Pilates Studio, 8413 Rerguson Ave. of the Draw Doubles: Saturdays, PREGNANCY YOGA 10am. Handicapped League: Ongoing series of 6-week classes.

Saturdays, 1pm. Singles at the Thursdays. A mindful approach Sarge: Sundays, 10am. All skill levels to pregnancy, labor and delivery. welcome. Instruction available. See Instructor Ann Carroll. $120. Call website or email for info. ongoing. or email for info. ongoing. 912savannahdiscgolf@gmail.com.

704-7650. ann@aikyayoga.com. savannahdiscgolf.com. savannahyoga.com/. Savannah Yoga SAVANNAH STRIDERS RUNNING AND WALKING CLUB Center, 1321 Bull St. PREGNANCY YOGA CLASSES With a one-year, $35 membership,free Pregnancy is a transitional time training programs for beginners when many physical and emotional (walkers and runners) and changes take place. Pregnancy Yoga experienced athletes. Fun runs. is about honoring these changes Advice from mentors. Monthly in ourselves, our body and our meetings with quality speakers. baby. Yoga strengthens the rapidly Frequent social events. Sign up online changing body and increases the or look for the Savannah Striders ability to relax, and helps to prepare Facebook page. ongoing. savystrider. for a more mindful approach to com. the challenges of pregnancy, labor, TURBO KICK CARDIO WORKOUT delivery, and motherhood. Pregnancy Lose calories while dancing and PILATES CLASSES

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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. YOGA ME FIT

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 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, 4:305:30 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.

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.

912-201-2000. WESTINSAVANNAH.COM. THECLUBATSAVANNAHHARBOR.COM/INDEX.PHP. THE CLUB AT SAVANNAH HARBOR, #2 RESORT DR.

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 5-9 p.m.. ruedejeansavannah. com. holycityhospitality.com/39-ruede-jean-savannah/. 39 Rue de Jean, 605 W Oglethorpe Ave. 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. merrin. slocombe@bethesdaacademy.org. bethesdaacademy.org. Bethesda Academy, 9250 Ferguson Ave.

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 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, FIRE & WINE Half priced bottles of wine, campfires and more. Mondays-Thursdays, Sundays, 5-7 p.m.. 912-721-0595. in the courtyard, marshmallows and holycityhospitality.com/39-rue-

de-jean-savannah/promotions/. holycityhospitality.com/39-rue-dejean-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 Mondays-Fridays, 10 a.m.. 912-2340688. 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. 912236-7423.

PRESS PLAY BOOMBOX BRUNCH

Brunch is served from 11 am – 3 pm. Jason B. James Live vinyl DJ spinning classic soul, R&B, indie, rock, pop, and everything in between begins at noon. foxyloxycafe.com.

Foxy Loxy Cafe, 1919 Bull St.

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Yoga Me Fit will be donating 20% of proceeds from these sessions to the Tybee Arts Association, a nonprofit organization committed to developing and sustaining interest, appreciation, and enjoyment of the arts in Chatham County. Funds raised for the Tybee Arts Association from these sessions will help support the nonprofit organization’s mission to bring the arts into people’s lives through art shows, theatre workshops, art classes and much more. Registration costs $15 per person for each of these sessions with 20% going to support the Tybee Arts Association. To register for sessions, please visit www.yogamefit. com/event/. To learn more about “The Art of Yoga” sessions or Yoga Me Fit, please visit www.yogamefit. com, email lynn@yogamefit.com, or call 912-308-3410. Sundays. Tybee Arts Association, 7 Cedarwood Ave.

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TYBEE ISLAND FARMERS MARKET

Featuring a variety of produce, baked goods, honey, eggs, BBQ, sauces and dressings, popsicles, dog treats and natural body products. Artisans are also featured each week. The market is non-smoking and pet friendly.

Tybee Island, Tybee Island.

WINE SAMPLING

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

HEALTH

BIRTH PREPARATION CLASS

This “all in one evening” Birth Class are for couples that are expecting their first baby or need a refresher course. This class encompasses all aspects of the physiology of birth, coping skills and what to expect.

Since this class is so intensive, we ask no children please. Fee: $30.00 per couple. Please register by going on www.midwifestore.com. Please register, if possible, the month before your due date. This class is taught by Jill Whitfield, CNM. Tue., Oct. 3, 6 p.m.

Family Health and Birth Center, 1692 Chatham Parkway.

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. 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

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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. 912-3554601. speechandhearingsav.org.

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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. 912-897-9544. 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.

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. 912-5988457. jeff@heartbeatsforlife-ga.org.

Southwest Chatham Library, 14097 Abercorn St.

KID’S HAPPENINGS

AFTER SCHOOL DANCE BREAK YOUTH DANCE CLASS

Pop in the Lake Mayer Community Center on Tuesdays and join youth dance class “After School Dance Break.” This is a recreational dance class designed to get kids moving.

Dance to the latest hits and get fit at the same time. Bring bottled water and a friend. FREE Tuesdays, 5:30 p.m. 912-652-6863. sedavis@ chathamcounty.org. Lake Mayer, 1850 E. Montgomery Crossroads.

If you are ready to take control of your life and health, call today,

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.

LGBT

FIRST CITY NETWORK

Georgia’s oldest LGBT organization (founded in 1985) is a local non-profit community service organization KIDS CLUB whose mission is to share resources The Kids Club’s mission is to of health care, counseling, education, educate and inspire children to take advocacy and mutual support in the part in their local farmers market Coastal Empire. Members and guests while enjoying nutritious foods and enjoy many special events throughout empowering their families to make the year, including First Saturday healthy choices at home. Saturdays, Socials held the first Saturday of each 10 a.m. wifarmersmarket@aol.com. month at 7pm. Mondays. 912-236Islands High School, 170 Whitemarsh CITY. firstcitynetwork.org.

Island Road.

SAVANNAH CHILDREN’S MUSEUM SCHOOL YEAR HOURS

SCM hours beginning 8/31/13 will be Sunday 11am-4pm; TuesdaySaturday 10am-4pm. Open on holiday Mondays that SCC Public Schools are not in session including Labor Day. For more details go PLANNED PARENTHOOD HOTLINE to savannahchildrensmuseum.

First Line is a statewide hotline for org ongoing. Savannah Children’s women seeking information on health Museum, 655 Louisville Road. services. Open 7pm-11pm nightly.

THEATRE: JUNIE B. JONES THE ongoing. 800-264-7154.

MUSICAL PREPARED CHILDBIRTH CLASS Everybody’s favorite first grader is This course gives an overview of back in Junie B. Jones, the Musical. reproductive anatomy and physiology Come join Junie B. as she explores and explains the process of labor and the fun of new friends, getting delivery in simple, easy-to-understand glasses, and kickball tournaments. terms. The four-week course $12 students/seniors/military, $15 includes a tour of the labor and adults Fri., Sep. 29, 7-8:30 p.m., delivery unit. This class is popular, so Sat., Sep. 30, 3-4:30 p.m. and Sun., please register early $75 per couple Oct. 1, 3-4:30 p.m. 912-238-9015.

Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m. 912eventinfo@savannahchildrenstheatre.

350-2676. memorialhealth.com/. org. savannahchildrenstheatre.org.

Memorial Health University Medical Savannah Children’s Theatre, 2160 Center, 4700 Waters Ave. East Victory Dr. THE SAVANNAH 7-DAY DIABETES REPAIR

just for them. Each week there will be a different nature-based theme. $5 parking Thursdays, 10 a.m. gastateparks.org/skidawayisland. gastateparks.org/info/skidaway/.

Skidaway Island State Park, 52 Diamond Cswy.

TODDLER TIME

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 for info. Fridays, 7-9 p.m. 912-288-1034. info@ standoutyouth.org. standoutyouth. org. Vineyard Church Office, 1020 Abercorn Street.

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Bring your 2-4 year old to enjoy A children’s therapy group for children stories, games and learning designed of GLBT parents. Ages 10 to 18.

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Meets twice a month. Call for info. ongoing. 912-352-2611.

LITERARY EVENTS

LECTURE: POLITICAL EARTHQUAKES

The Savannah Council on World Affairs (SCWA) fosters individual awareness of, broadens community interest in, and promotes the study of international issues. Free Thu., Sep. 28, 8 p.m. Skidaway Island Presbyterian Church, 50 Diamond Causeway.

SHORT STORY COMPETITION

The Savannah Authors Workshop will sponsor its 2017 short story competition open to Georgia writers.

The first prize is $100; second is $50; third is $25. Each submission must be an unpublished short story of less than 1,500 words and will be accepted from 8/1 to 10/31/2017.

Entries will be anonymous, identified only by a code-word selected by each entrant. There will be a single anonymous judge. Authors must not identify themselves anywhere in their entries. The full competition rules and entry form are available by email only from: christopher92883@gmail.com Through Oct. 15. No physical address given, none.

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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.

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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.

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. 912-395-1500. oatlandisland.org. oatlandisland.org/.

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WILDERNESS SOUTHEAST

A variety of programs each month including guided trips with naturalists.

Canoe trips, hikes. Mission: develop appreciation, understanding, stewardship, and enjoyment of the natural world. Call or see website for info. ongoing. 912-236-8115. wilderness-southeast.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.

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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 58 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.

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 CATHOLIC SINGLES A group of Catholic singles age 30-50 personalized, 45 minute prerecorded “Tuesday Tune-Up” emailed to meet frequently for fun, fellowship your inbox for just $45. Visit www. and service. Send email or check yourpalerin.com for more information website to receive announcements of activities and to suggest activities or contact psychicyourpalerin@gmail. for the group. ongoing. familylife@ com today. ongoing. Online only, diosav.org. diosav.org/familylifenone. singles.

READ THE BIBLE IN ONE YEAR GRATITUDE CIRCLE IN THE SQUARES A Bible book club for those wanting Gather with others to share gratitude. to read the Bible in one year. Open to Everyone welcome. Park next to Bull all. Book club format, not a traditional Street Library. Wednesdays, 12-12:30 Bible study. All welcome, regardless p.m. 917-676-4280. facebook.com/ of race, creed, sexual orientation, savannahgratitude. liveoakpl.org. Bull religion. Thurs. 6:00pm-7:00pm. Call Street Library, 2002 Bull St. for info. ongoing. 912-233-5354. Holy GUIDED SILENT PRAYER Spirit Lutheran Church, 622 E. 37th Acoustical songs, 30 minutes of Street. guided silent prayer, and minutes to SAVANNAH FRIENDS MEETING (QUAKERS) receive prayer or remain in silence.

Wednesdays, 6:45-8:00pm at Un-programmed worship. 11am Vineyard Church, 615 Montgomery Sundays, third floor of Trinity United St. See website for info. ongoing.

Methodist Church. Call or email for vineyardsavannah.org. info. All are welcome. ongoing. 636JESUS YESHUA 233-1772. savannahquakers@gmail.

Holidays and plans for 2017 com. trinitychurch1848.org/. Trinity underway for young adults and United Methodist Church, 225 West college Christians. Contact Reverend President St. Brenda Lee @yahoo.com or call SAVANNAH REIKI SHARE (912) 236-3156. ongoing. No physical During shares, participants take address given, none. turns giving and receiving universal MARITIME BETHEL life force energy via Reiki and other “Sundays on Thursdays” worship healing modalities. Present at the at the Fellowship Assembly. Plenty shares are usually no less than 2 of parking for large trucks. Free Reiki Masters. Come share with Thursdays. 912-220-2976. The us on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of Fellowship Assembly of God Church, every month at the Sweet Water 5224 Augusta Road.

Spa in downtown Savannah. Sign A NEW CHURCH IN THE CITY, FOR THE up at Savannah Reiki Share or Reiki CITY

by Appointment on Facebook. Free Gather on Sundays at 10:30am. ongoing, 7 p.m. 440-371-5209. Sweet Like the Facebook page “Savannah Water Spa, 148 Abercorn Street.

Church Plant.” ongoing. Bryson Hall, 5 SERVICE OF COMPLINE E. Perry St. Enter the stillness of another age.

NEW ORLEANS BAPTIST THEOLOGICAL Gregorian Chant sung by candlelight SEMINARY at 9:00-9:30 p.m. every Sunday Courses are now being offered at night by the Complne Choir of the new Savannah Extension of Christ Church Anglican. Come, say New Orleans Baptist Theological good nigh to God. All are welcome.

Seminary. Full course loads for both ongoing. Christ Church Anglican, 37th Undergraduate and Graduate Degrees and Bull. will be offered. Apply now at www.

SOUTH VALLEY BAPTIST CHURCH nobts.edu to start classes this winter. Weekly Sunday services. Sunday ongoing. 912-232-1033. revwasson@ school, 10:00am. Worship, 11:30am. gmail.com. Savannah Baptist Center, Tuesday Bible Study/Prayer Service, 704 Wheaton Street.

6:30pm. Pastor Rev. Dr. Barry B. PSYCHIC MEDIUM YOUR PAL, ERIN Jackson, 480 Pine Barren Road, Ready to reconnect you with your Pooler, GA “Saving a nation one soul loved ones who’ve passed and your at a time.” ongoing. own inner knowing? I’m here to help. 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.

SPECIAL SCREENINGS FILM: GLADIATOR

This classic is part of the Movies You Must See Big series. $8 Sat., Sep. 30, 7 p.m. lucastheatre.com. Lucas Theatre for the Arts, 32 Abercorn St. FILM: THE GRADUATE

It’s the 50th anniversary of Mrs. Robinson’s scandalicious seduction of disillusioned college grad Benjamin Braddock. And Simon & Garfunkel’s haunting soundtrack captivated a generation with The Sound of Silence and Here’s to You, Mrs. Robinson. $10 Thu., Sep. 28, 7 p.m. 912-4724790. info@tybeeposttheater.org. tybeeposttheater.org. The Tybee Post Theater, 10 Van Horne Ave.

SPORTS & GAMES

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. 912201-2000. westinsavannah.com. theclubatsavannahharbor.com/index. php. The Club at Savannah Harbor, #2 Resort Dr. ADULT COED FLAG FOOTBALL LEAGUE

8x8 Coed Flag League. Play adult sports, meet new people. Sponsored

by Savannah Adult Recreation Club.

Wed. nights/Sun. mornings, at locations around Savannah. $450.

Minimum 8 games. Ages 18+. Coed teams. See website or call for info. ongoing. 912-220-3474. savadultrec. com.

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Ages 4-12. Sign up now. MondaysThursdays, 5:30-7:30 p.m. 912-2726684. 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, 10am11am; 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. 912398-4130. runthecity@live.com. savystrider.com. Lake Mayer, 1850 E. Montgomery Crossroads.

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USMNT is a national soccer team that represents the U.S. in international soccer competitions.

American Outlaws Savannah chapter of USMNT meets regularly. Call for details. ongoing. 912-398-4014. savannahflipflop.com. Flip Flop Tiki Bar & Grill, 117 Whitaker St.

SUPPORT GROUPS

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

SAV. STRIDER WEEKLY GROUP RUN OR WALK DOWNTOWN

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.

SAVANNAH BIKE POLO

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.

SAVANNAH DERBY DEVILS

Open to all who have had limbs amputated and their families or caregivers. Call for info. ongoing.

912-355-7778.

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.

ALZHEIMER’S CAREGIVER AND FAMILY SUPPORT GROUP

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

AMPUTEE SUPPORT GROUP

The Hostess City Hellions and the All-Stars take on Greensboro. $12, $2 children ages 4-12 Sat., Sep. 30, 5 p.m. savannahcivic.com. The Savannah Civic Center, 301 West Oglethorpe Ave.

BACK PAIN SUPPORT GROUP

Second Monday of every

USMNT (SOCCER) AMERICAN OUTLAWS

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. 912819-5704. Nancy N. and J.C. Lewis Cancer & Research Pavilion, 225 Reynolds Ave. CHILDREN’S GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP

Seven week structured educational support group for children 6-17.

Support, coping tools, utilizing play and activity to learn to live with loss. Free of charge. A service of Hospice Savannah, Inc. Call for dates. ongoing. 912-303-9442. Full Circle Grief and Loss Center, 6000 Business Center Drive.

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. 912-5726108. 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.

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Come play Ultimate! Tuesdays and Thursdays, 5:30pm until dark.

Sundays, 4:30pm until we get tired.

The west side of Forsyth Park. Bring a smile, two shirts (one light or white, one dark), water, and cleats (highly recommended). ongoing. savannahultimateproject@gmail. com. savannahultimateproject. wordpress.com/pick-up/. Forsyth Park, Drayton St. & East Park Ave.

month,7:00pm. Denny’s Restaurant at Hwy. 204. Everyone is welcome. For more info, contact Debbie at 912-7272959 ongoing.

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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. FAMILY TO FAMILY EDUCATION PROGRAM

NAMI Savannah offers their Family to Family Education Program to families who have a loved one diagnosed with a chronic mental illness. This free 12-week class is taught by trained NAMI family volunteers, and participation and discussion is confidential. The class includes diagnosis, crisis, relapse, medications, communication techniques, problem-solving skills, recovery, rehabilitation, and self-care.

Starting date is Monday, Sept. 11 at

6pm. Reservations are necessary as space is limited. Call Lisa at 912313-3272 or Pam at 912-401-2689. ongoing. namisavannah.org. NAMISavannah, Inc., 7805 Waters Ave., Suite 2B. FIBROMYALGIA SUPPORT GROUP

Second Thursdays, 5:30pm-6:30pm.

Call or see website for info. ongoing.

912-819-6743. sjchs.org. sjchs.org.

Candler Heart and Lung Building, 5353 Reynolds Ave. FREE MONTHLY SUPPORT GROUP FOR

FREE WILL ASTROLOGY ARIES (March 21-April 19)

Conceptual artist Jonathon Keats likes to play along with the music of nature.

On one occasion he collaborated with Mandeville Creek in Montana. He listened and studied the melodies that emanated from its flowing current. Then he moved around some of the underwater rocks, subtly changing the creek’s song.

Your assignment, Aries, is to experiment with equally imaginative and exotic collaborations. The coming weeks will be a time when you can make beautiful music together with anyone or anything that tickles your imagination.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20)

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Some newspapers publish regular rectifications of the mistakes they’ve made in past editions. For example, the editors of the UK publication *The Guardian* once apologized to readers for a mistaken statement about Richard Wagner. They said that when the 19th-century German composer had trysts with his chambermaid, he did not in fact ask her to wear purple underpants, as previously reported. They were *pink* underpants. I tell you this, Taurus, as encouragement to engage in corrective meditations yourself. Before bedtime on the next ten nights, scan the day’s events and identify any actions you might have done differently -- perhaps with more integrity or focus or creativity.

This will have a deeply tonic effect. You are in a phase of your astrological cycle when you’ll flourish as you make amendments and revisions.

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GEMINI (May 21-June 20)

It’s high time to allow your yearnings to overflow . . . to surrender to the vitalizing pleasures of nonrational joy . . . to grant love the permission to bless you and confound you with its unruly truths.

For inspiration, read this excerpt of a poem by Caitlyn Siehl. “My love is honey tongue. Thirsty love. My love is peach juice dripping down the neck. Too much sugar love. Sticky sweet, sticky sweat love.

My love can’t ride a bike. My love walks everywhere. Wanders through the river.

Feeds the fish, skips the stones. Barefoot

love. My love stretches itself out on the grass, kisses a nectarine. My love is never waiting. My love is a traveler.”

CANCER (June 21-July 22)

One of the oldest houses in Northern Europe is called the Knap of Howar. Built out of stone around 3,600 B.C., it faces the wild sea on Papa Westray, an island off the northern coast of Scotland. Although no one has lived there for 5,000 years, some of its stone furniture remains intact.

Places like this will have a symbolic power for you in the coming weeks, Cancerian.

They’ll tease your imagination and provoke worthwhile fantasies. Why? Because the past will be calling to you more than usual. The old days and old ways will have secrets to reveal and stories to teach.

Listen with alert discernment.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22)

Come and meet fellow parents and kids. Discuss and learn different ways to enjoy parenthood. Cate GlynJones, registered nurse, midwife, and lactation consultant, will be on hand to answer all of your questions. This is a free event with refreshments served and takes place the first Tuesday of every month. Free first Tuesday of every month, 10 a.m. 912544-6387. support@erigosavannah. com. erigosavannah.com. Erigo, 5301 Paulsen Street.

BY ROB BREZSNY

beautyandtruth@freewillastrology.com

with safe, manageable tasks. Master the simple details and practical actions. Work on achieving easy, low-risk victories. In this way, you’ll prepare yourself for more epic efforts in the future.

directions and surprising sources. Can you handle being that open to influence, Sagittarius? Now is a favorable time to expand your capacity to be fertilized.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

You’re approaching a rendezvous with prime time. Any minute now you could receive an invitation to live up to your hype or fulfill your promises to yourself -- or both. This test is likely to involve an edgy challenge that is both fun and daunting, both liberating and exacting. It will have the potential to either steal a bit of your soul or else heal an ache in your soul. To ensure the healing occurs rather than the stealing, do your best to understand why the difficulty and the pleasure are both essential.

Be realistic, Libra: Demand the impossible; expect inspiration; visualize yourself being able to express yourself more completely and vividly than you ever have before. Believe me when I tell you that you now have extra power to develop your sleeping potentials, and are capable of accomplishing feats that might seem like miracles. You are braver than you know, as sexy as you need to be, and wiser than you were two months ago. I am not exaggerating, nor am I flattering you. It’s time for you to start making your move to the next level.

The United States has a bizarre system for electing its president. There’s nothing like it in any other democratic nation on earth.

Every four years, the winning candidate needs only to win the electoral college, not the popular vote. So theoretically, it’s possible to garner just 23 percent of all votes actually cast, and yet still ascend to the most powerful political position in the world. For example, in two of the last five elections, the new chief of state has received significantly fewer votes than his main competitor. I suspect that you may soon benefit from a comparable anomaly, Leo. You’ll be able to claim victory on a technicality. Your effort may be “ugly,” yet good enough to succeed.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

I found this advertisement for a workshop: “You will learn to do the INCREDIBLE! Smash bricks with your bare hands!

Walk on fiery coals unscathed! Leap safely off a roof! No broken bones! No cuts! No pain! Accomplish the impossible first!

Then everything else will be a breeze!”

I bring this to your attention, Virgo, not because I think you should sign up for this class or anything like it. I hope you don’t.

In fact, a very different approach is preferable for you: I recommend that you start

NEW & EXPECTANT PARENTS

In accordance with the astrological omens, I invite you to take extra good care of yourself during the next three weeks. Do whatever it takes to feel safe and protected and resilient. Ask for the support you need, and if the people whose help you solicit can’t or won’t give it to you, seek elsewhere. Provide your body with more than the usual amount of healthy food, deep sleep, tender touch, and enlivening movement. Go see a psychotherapist or counselor or good listener every single day if you want. And don’t you dare apologize or feel guilty for being such a connoisseur of self-respect and self-healing.

A queen bee may keep mating until she gathers 70 million sperm from many different drones. When composing my horoscopes, I aim to cultivate a metaphorically comparable receptivity.

Long ago I realized that all of creation is speaking to me all the time; I recognized that everyone I encounter is potentially a muse or teacher. If I hope to rustle up the oracles that are precisely suitable for your needs, I have to be alert to the possibility that they may arrive from unexpected

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

In 1901, physician Duncan MacDougall carried out experiments that led him to conclude that the average human soul weighs 21 grams. Does his claim have any merit? That question is beyond my level of expertise. But if he was right, then I’m pretty sure your soul has bulked up to at least 42 grams in the past few weeks. The work you’ve been doing to refine and cultivate your inner state has been heroic. It’s like you’ve been ingesting a healthy version of soul-building steroids. Congrats!

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)

There are enough authorities, experts, and know-it-alls out there trying to tell you what to think and do. In accordance with current astrological factors, I urge you to utterly ignore them during the next two weeks. And do it gleefully, not angrily.

Exult in the power that this declaration of independence gives you to trust your own assessments and heed your own intuitions. Furthermore, regard your rebellion as good practice for dealing with the little voices in your head that speak for those authorities, experts, and know-it-alls. Rise up and reject their shaming and criticism, too. Shield yourself from their fearful fantasies.

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GAMBLING PROBLEM 12 STEP PROGRAM

Twelve step program offers freedom from gambling. Meets weekly. Leave message with contact info. ongoing.

912-748-4730.

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.

912-350-7845. memorialhealth.com. memorialhealth.com/. Memorial Health University Medical Center, 4700 Waters Ave.

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 A group for people with scleroderma community to come together to sit, for the greater Savannah area eat and socialize while talking about and surrounding counties. Meets NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS issues relevant to the community. regularly. Call for day and time.

Call for the Savannah Lowcountry Meetings are completely confidential Lovezzola’s Pizza, 320 Hwy 80 West, Area NA meeting schedule. ongoing. and private. Meets in the Lecture Pooler. Info: 912-412-6675 or 912912-238-5925.

Conference Room. first Monday of 414-3827. ongoing.

OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS every month, 4-5 p.m. 912-231-0123 GRIEF SUPPORT GROUPS Is food a problem for you? Overeaters ext. 1410. Chatham Care Center, 107 Hospice Savannah’s Full Circle offers Anonymous can help. Savannah Fahm St. a full array of grief support groups meetings Mon 6:30pm, Wed 5:30pm, REFLEX SYMPATHETIC DYSTROPHY and individual counseling for children, Fri 6:30 p.m. See website for SUPPORT GROUP teens and adults is available at no locations and info, or call 912-358Second Tuesdays at 7pm in Marsh charge. Counseling is offered at 450 7150. ongoing. oa.org/meetings.

Auditorium at Candler Hospital. For Mall Blvd., Suite H in Savannah, and PARENTS OF CHILDREN WITH IEP’S anyone with this disorder, plus family appointments are also available in (INDIVIDUALIZED EDUCATION PLANS) members/caregivers interested in the United Way offices in Rincon and For parents of children attending learning more. Call for info. ongoing. in Richmond Hill. Call or see website Chatham-Savannah Public School 912-858-2335. sjchs.org/. Candler for info. ongoing. 912-303-9442.

System who have IEP plans, to Hospital, 5353 Reynolds St. HospiceSavannah.org/GriefSupport. offer mutual support through the SBC TOASTMASTERS HEAD AND NECK CANCER SUPPORT challenges of the IEP process. Email Toastmasters is an organization GROUP MEETING for info. ongoing. amkw210@gmail. dedicated to the art of public This group is open to individuals with com. speaking. In a friendly, supportive cancers of the head and neck area PARENTS OF ILL CHILDREN atmosphere, members learn to speak and their caregivers. At the meetings, Backus Children’s Hospital sponsors more precisely and confidently via we have a brief discussion from this group for parents with a prepared speeches, impromptu experts in the treatment of head and seriously ill child receiving inpatient speaking, and constructive neck cancer and allow time for group or outpatient treatment. Case evaluations. It’s fun, informative, and discussion. For more information, manager facilitates the meetings. a great way to network with area please call Suzy Buelvas at 912-350- Meets weekly. Call for info ongoing. professionals. Tuesdays, 12-1 p.m.

7845. Wednesdays, 1-2 p.m. 912912-350-5616. memorialhealth.

912-663-7851. St. Leo University, 350-7845. memorialhealth.com/. com/backus. memorialhealth.com/ 7426 Hodgson Memorial Drive, Suite Memorial Health University Medical backus. Backus Children’s Hospital, A. Center, 4700 Waters Ave. 4700 Waters Ave. SEX ADDICTS ANONYMOUS KLINEFELTER SYNDROME/47-XXY PARKINSON’S SUPPORT GROUP If you believe you have a problem SUPPORT GROUP The Parkinson’s Disease Support with sex addiction (or are wondering For parents of children with this Group will meet on the first Thursday if you might) and you want to change diagnosis, and for men with this of the month from 5:00 to 6:30 your behavior, we recommend that diagnosis. Started by the mother of PM in the Marsh Auditorium at you attend a meeting of Sex Addicts a boy with 47-XXY. Email to meet for Candler Hospital, 5353 Reynolds Anonymous. The only requirement is mutual support. ongoing. amkw21@ Street. Featuring medical and a desire to stop your addictive sexual gmail.com. therapeutic guest speakers, join us behavior. Meets Mondays at 7 pm.

LEGACY GROUP: FOR INDIVIDUALS for discussion, support, and new Call for venue information. ongoing.

WITH ADVANCED AND RECURRENT community activities. For more 731-412-0183. saa-recovery.org.

CANCER. information, call Fran McCarey at Downtown Savannah, downtown.

Group addresses the concerns of 912-819-2224. ongoing. 912-355SPINAL INJURY SUPPORT GROUP advanced and recurrent cancer 6347. sjchs.org/. Candler Hospital, Third Thursdays, 5:30pm, at the survivors from the physical, 5353 Reynolds St. Rehabilitation Institute at Memorial. emotional, spiritual, and social PROSTATE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP: Call or see website for info. ongoing. aspects of healing. To register for MAN TO MAN 912-350-8900. memorialhealth.com. a specific session and to learn This group is for prostate cancer memorialhealth.com/. Memorial about the group, please call Jennifer patients and their caregivers. Meets Health University Medical Center, Currin-McCulloch at 912-350-7845. in the Conference Room of the Curtis 4700 Waters Ave. ongoing. 912-350-7845. Curtis and and Elizabeth Anderson Cancer SPOUSE/LIFE PARTNER SUPPORT Elizabeth Anderson Cancer Institute Institute. Wednesdays, 6-8 p.m. 912- GROUP (at Memorial Health Univ. Medical 897-3933. memorialhealth.com/.

Open support group for adults whose Center), 4700 Waters Ave. Memorial Health University Medical spouses or life partners have died.

LEUKEMIA, LYMPHOMA AND MYELOMA Center, 4700 Waters Ave. Meets Thursday mornings from 11:00 SUPPORT GROUP RAPE CRISIS CENTER a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Thursdays, 11 GEORGIA SCLERODERMA SUPPORT GROUP

a.m.-noon. Full Circle Grief and Loss Center, 6000 Business Center Drive.

SURVIVORS OF SUICIDE SUPPORT GROUP

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, 912-629-1089. 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.

YOUNG SURVIVAL COALITION

Young breast cancer patients and their 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. 912-351-2061. Elizabeth. brown@bethesdaacademy.org.

Bethesda Academy, 9250 Ferguson Ave. 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

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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.

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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.

912-228-4838. BRIDGEWEBS.COM/ SAVANNAHCLUBS. SAVANNAH DUPLICATE BRIDGE CENTER, 8511 FERGUSON AVE.

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 GEORGIA REGIONAL HOSPITAL’S COMMUNITY GARDEN

Georgia Regional Hospital is in need of volunteers for their community garden. Contact Jessica Mathis at 912-356-2826 or email her at jessica. mathis@dbhdd.ga.gov. ongoing.

Georgia Regional Hospital, 1915 Eisenhower Drive.

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

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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/.

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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 fifth fall session. Every Saturday from now until the beginning of December, the WIFM will be open for local families to enjoy and the community to gather. Volunteers are needed most in the kids’ area, where children color, cook, 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. Through Dec. 9. laureneashley16@gmail. com. 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 Volunteers are the backbone to the possible extended hours. Duties: Tybee Island Historical Society and greet visitors, handle admissions, Lighthouse. Because we are a nonprofit we rely on volunteers to help us conduct merchandise sales and succeed everyday. If you’re interested help with tours. Docent training and written narratives for reference in volunteering at the lighthouse during tours are provided. ongoing. please call Gus Rehnstrom at 912912-233-6014. haborrello@aol.com.

785-5801 or email lhvolunteers@ flanneryoconnorhome.org. Flannery yahoo.com. For more information O’Connor Childhood Home, 207 E. visit: www.tybeelighthouse.org. ongoing. tybeelighthouse.org/. Tybee Charlton Street.

Island Lighthouse, 30 Meddin Ave. CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS FOR THE TYBEE ISLAND HISTORICAL SOCIETY AND LIGHTHOUSE

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