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Table of Contents Volume 5, No. 11, December 7, 2005 On the Cover: Colleen McCarthy dances in last year’s SDT Nutcracker (photo Christina Bunn); Rene DeRossett plays Scrooge in A Christmas Carol (photo Brandon Blatcher)

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SDT’s Nutcracker unplugged

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Post-feminist Christmas Carol?

Community 12 What is ‘the Clue Crew,’ Alex Jane Fishman 13 Thanksgiving in Britain

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Feedback 13 Letter to the Editor

14 News bits from around town

City Notebook

Blotter 15

From SPD reports

News of the weird 16 Strange but rue Earthweek 18 This week on your planet

Culture

Community 12

Books 20

Reviews by Robin THoTHo

Art Patrol 22 Exhibits & openings Connect Savannah

Vibes Music Interview 23 Caroline Herring Connect Recommends 24 Concerts of the week

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Music Menu 25 Local gigs a la carte

Books 20 Soundboard 26 Who’s playing and where Good Show Will Travel 28

Regional concerts

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All the flicks that fit

The 411 Music Interview 23

Week at a Glance

5 Our best bets for cool stuff to do

Happenings 32 All the stuff, all the time

Classifieds Weather 18 News from the sky Crossword Puzzle 41 Mental fun Sudoku Puzzle 42 It’s all the rage

Now Showing 29

Classifieds 45 They call it “junk,” you call it “couch”

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Free Admission to the Telfair Museum of Art What: Free admission for a week. Sign language interpreters will be available on Dec. 16 and 17 at 1 p.m.

When: Dec. 12-18. Where: Telfair Museum of Art. Cost: Free. Call: 232-1177 or visit www.telfair.org.

Savannah Danse Theatre Presents The Nutcracker with live orchestra (thru Sunday)

Saturday Dec. 10

What: This ballet will be performed to live music under the direction of Hilton Head Island Orchestra Music Director and Conductor Mary Woodmansee Green. When: Dec. 10 at 3 and 8 p.m. and Dec. 11 at 2 p.m. Where: Lucas Theatre, 32 Abercorn St. Cost: Tickets are $30, $24 and $16. Call: 525-5050 or visit www.lucastheatre.com.

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Thursday Dec. 8

In the Shadow of the Ayatollah: A CIA hostage in Iran

What: Dr. William J. Daugherty, AASU professor and former CIA field operations officer will present this program. When: Dec. 8 at 7 p.m.

Where: Coastal Georgia Center, 305 Fahm St.

Holiday Concert Series

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Cultural Arts Theatre’s A Christmas Carol

Friday Dec. 9

Skatefest (all month)

What: Skate on real ice. Each session lasts one and a half hours. When: Dec. 9 at 4, 6, 8 and 10 p.m. Dec. 10 at 10 a.m., noon, 2, 4, 6, 8 and 10 p.m. Dec. 11 at 2, 4, 6 and 8 p.m. Dec. 12, 13 and 14 at 4, 6 and 8 p.m. Where: Savannah Civic Center’s MLK Jr. Arena. Cost: $7 per person. Call: 651-6556.

Book Signing for Delivering Justice What: A new children’s book chronicles the life of civil rights activist W.W. Law. Benny Andrews, illustrator of Delivering Justice, will sign copies. Members of the W.W..

Law Foundation will speak about the historical importance of SCAD’s Jen Library as the building that once housed Levy’s department store. When: Dec. 9 from 5-7 p.m.

Where: Jen Library on Broughton Street.

Charleston Symphony Orchestra What: The orchestra will perform in concert. When: Dec. 10 at 7 p.m. Where: Savannah Civic Center’s Johnny Mercer Theatre.

Cost: $32.50 for floor and mezzanine seats or $26.50 for balcony seats. Call: 651-6556 or visit www.savannahcivic.com.

Hanukkah Happenings

Flannery O’Connor Fall Lecture Series What: Tom Barton, editor & columnist for the Savannah Morning News, will speak. When: Dec. 11 at 3 p.m. Where: Flannery O’Connor Childhood Home, 207 E. Charlton St. Cost: Free.

Jam Theatricals Presents Oklahoma!

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What: Rodgers and Hammerstein’s beloved musical, which changed the American musical forever. When: Dec. 12 at 8 p.m. Where: Savannah Civic Center. Cost: $47, $40 and $30. Call: 651-6556 or visit www.savannahcivic.com. ◗

Actors Repertory Theatre Company Presents ‘O. Henry Holiday’ (thru Dec. 18) What: Three small dramas -- The Gift of the Magi, The Ethics of Pig and He Also Serves -- will be presented by the Actors Repertory Theatre Company, formerly known as Fowl Brick. When: Dec. 9-10 and 16-17 at 8 p.m. and Dec. 11 and 18 at 3 p.m. Where: Fellowship Hall at Aldersgate United Methodist Church, 2023 Tennessee Ave. Cost: $9 adults, $7 students and $5 children under 12. Call: 2354414.

Sunday Dec. 11

What: Arts and crafts, gifts and food, a concert with Jewish rock musician Joe Roff and the Israel Bazaar. When: Dec. 11. Lunch and the Latke Fry-Off will begin at noon, Hanukkah Happenings will begin at 1 p.m. Where: Jewish Educational Alliance, 5111 Abercorn St. Cost: Tickets are $5 per person or $10 per family for the arts and crafts; $5 per person or $15 per family for food; $1 per person for the Latke Tasting, with $1 off if you bring a new or gently used toy. Call: 355-8111, Ext. 211.

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What: From the pages of Dickens comes the musical adaptation of the story of Ebenezer Scrooge’s prophetic Christmas Eve. The production will be preceded by a holiday concert presented by a different school choir at each performance. When: Dec. 8, 9, and 10 at 8 p.m. with the pre-show at 7:30 p.m. and Dec. 10 and 11 at 3 p.m. with the pre-show at 2:30 p.m. Where: Trustees Theater, 216 E. Broughton St. Cost: $15 adults and $10 for students and seniors. Call: 525-5050.

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IN A TIME OF DWINDLING budgets and improved technology, it was inevitable that ballet and concert-goers would one day get used to hearing CD players instead of orchestras.

But this weekend Savannah Danse Theatre (SDT) takes a step into the nottoo-distant past by performing The Nutcracker at the Lucas Theatre to the accompaniment of a full orchestra comprising many former Savannah Symphony players.

“Having the live orchestra upgrades the production in many ways,” explains Artistic Director Suzanne Braddy.

“It brings in more talent, it brings in a different quality of people to see the production and it’s a huge learning experience for the dancers themselves,” she says.

The 28-member Savannah Danse Theatre Orchestra will be directed by Mary Woodmansee Green, music director & conductor of the Hilton Head Orchestra.

“It’s become so rare these days to have a live ballet performance,” Green says. “People have to realize that Savannah is probably the smallest -- or certainly one of the smallest -- cities in the country to have a Nutcracker performed with a live orchestra.”

Because the orchestra playing this weekend is somewhat smaller than a standard symphony orchestra, they’ll rely on an arrangement written specifically for mid-sized ensembles.

“The only real difference is we’re using seven violins, whereas the New York City ballet probably hires about 15 violinists,” says flutist Lorraine Jones, who also acted as orchestra contractor for this performance.

“We’ve taken out some of the doubling,” says Green. “Actually, it would be hard to fit many more musicians into that orchestra pit anyway.”

Braddy has set this year’s show in Savannah circa 1910, with period costumes and local references -- for example, the Snow Flakes will be called “Dixie Crystals,” and Mother Ginger is now Emma Kelly.

In an echo of last year’s celebrity cameo by Paula Deen, famed local chef Richard Gottlieb will portray the chef who supervises the Bakers in Act II as they create Clara’s crown.

they’re physically tired, but not of the music itself.”

Unfortunately, prerecorded accompaniments are so commonplace nowadays that many of Braddy’s dancers have never rehearsed or performed to live music. Braddy says that upcoming rehearsals with a live orchestra have served to focus the dancers.

“They’ve really stepped it up a notch.

Knowing the live orchestra will be there has made them work harder,” she says.

“They’ve had to know the music better, they’ve had to count, they’ve had to be more aware.”

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Nutcracker unplugged

Symphony musicians perform in live orchestra accompaning holiday ballet at the Lucas

For purists like Braddy, Green and Jones, staging The Nutcracker as it was intended to be staged is an opportunity to rediscover some aspects of their respective art forms.

“The difference between dancing to a CD player and to a live orchestra is like the difference between black and white,” Braddy says.

Above, Roxanne Dickinson and Faith Givens in a live performance shot from last year’s Savannah Danse Theatre Nutcracker ; at right, conductor Mary Woodmansee Green, who also conducts the Hilton Head Orchestra and Philadelphia’s Kennett Orchestra

“It’s incredible, the energy that you as a dancer sense coming on the stage and watching that conductor. It’s just remarkable that that music is being played just for you. It’s an incredible rush.”

It’s not only dancers who get that rush. Despite its reappearance like clockwork each December on stages all over the country, Tchaikovsky’s music for The Nutcracker remains one of the most highly regarded works in the classical repertoire.

“The musicians are thrilled not only to be a part of this ballet, but they’re thrilled to play this specific work,” Jones

says. “No one ever gets tired of playing The Nutcracker. It’s a fabulous piece, and one that everybody looks forward to playing.”

Green, who directs the Kennett Symphony in Philadelphia as well as the Hilton Head Orchestra, agrees.

“It’s interesting music. People don’t usually just listen to The Nutcracker, they watch it. But if you close your eyes, the story’s all there,” Green says.

“My group in Philadelphia has 31 performances of The Nutcracker every December. The musicians never get tired of playing it. By the end of the run

The one big advantage of a CD player, however, is you don’t have to pay it. Because musicians are compensated for rehearsals as well as performances, Braddy must make the most of just a few live rehearsals.

“We’ve made the dancers aware since August that we will only really have one dress rehearsal,” Braddy says. “If they mess up we’re not going to be able to push the rewind button.”

Accompanying a ballet poses challenges on the music side as well.

“The conductor faces some real challenges,” says Jones. “She has to follow what’s going onstage, which she doesn’t ordinarily have to do.”

Green and Jones say they’ve worked with Braddy on the desired tempos for each passage.

“We’ve gotten some rehearsal tempos from Suzanne, so we have an idea of what the dancers will need,” Jones says. “But the musicians still need to be on their toes, no pun intended. They have to be flexible and reciprocate with the dancers. It all adds more excitement. It adds spontaneity.”

Maestro Green says no performance will be the same.

“This is like any other theatrical production, where the actors get more comfortable with their lines with each performance,” Green says. “The last performance is certainly going to be slightly different than the first one, there’s no question about it -- and that has a lot to do with the dancers, with my temperament, with the weather, with a lot of things.”

Green says that while conducting a ballet, “I can’t take the latitude I’m used to taking -- I have to nail it. If I have a sight cue, which I never get to use in an ordinary performance, I have to get that right -- whether it’s timing something with a dancer’s kick or whatever. That’s part of what makes it exciting to have a live orchestra accompaniment.” continued on page 8

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Between the Savannah Symphony’s demise, labor union requirements and the need to raise funds, it’s been no easy task pulling together enough trained musicians to make up a fully functioning orchestra for the performance.

Savannah Danse Theatre initially budgeted about $40,000 for the performance, the bulk of which will go to pay musicians for rehearsal and performance time.

Raising the money has been primarily the task of the SDT board of directors, which has solicited private and corporate donations as well as grants to fund the show.

One of the largest single donors was the group Savannah Friends of Music; a $6,000 grant from that group, which supports music education, will help fund the two special school performances this Thursday and Friday.

Of the 28 musicians contracted for The Nutcracker, only eight live outside the region, Jones says.

“The musicians that remain here are still here because they’ve made Savannah their home, with or without a symphony,” she adds. “They have families here, kids in school here, and many teach here.”

Green says of Jones’ work in gathering the musicians that “the players she’s assembled have been the cream of the crop.”

“Performing those kinds of concerts really warms you up inside, knowing that there are so many kids that don’t have a chance to see the art form onstage -- especially now that there’s no symphony here,” Jones says.

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Alexa Bridges performs Clara this year Jones says this year’s Nutcracker will be a treat for local musicians “because we have a series of performances. That’s much more fun than to practice your brains out for a one-shot deal.”

Jones and Green agree that this Thursday and Friday’s sold-out performances for local school audiences are especially important in spreading the word about the importance of the arts.

Green says the school shows are important as an indicator of community involvement, which is key for the arts to thrive in any community.

“In any symphony or fine arts situation, the ticket sales at best only constitute about 50 percent of the funding of the group -- the other fifty percent always has to come from somewhere else. That’s why it’s important for the community to embrace a performance like this and take an interest and make sure it can happen again,” she says.

“The children being taken to the symphony twenty years ago are the ones coming back to see us today,” she says. “They’re crucial.”

As for dancers, backing up Braddy’s assertion that the live orchestra will attract more talent to the production is the fact that several SDT alumnae are returning to perform in this weekend’s show.

“It’s wonderful it worked out that they were all available,” Braddy says. “It’s made the production even stronger with a more mature core group.”

Will there be future Nutcrackers with live orchestras in Savannah?

“I think Lorraine and Mary and I, we were initially a little afraid to say anything about next year,” Braddy says.

“We were thinking, if we could just get it done this once. But of course we’d love to have it happen every year, and possibly do other ballets as well. The Lucas Theatre is very open to performances like this.”

“The musicians are psyched up and happy to do this with Suzanne,” Jones says.

“Everyone hopes something can continue. It’ll be much easier the second time around.” ◗

Savannah Danse Theatre presents “The Nutcracker in Savannah” at The Lucas Theatre, 32 Abercorn St. Performances are 3 p.m. and 8 p.m. Saturday Dec. 10, and 2 p.m. Sunday Dec. 11.

The performance features live music by the Savannah Danse Theatre Orchestra, under the direction of Hilton Head Orchestra Music Director and Conductor Mary Woodmansee Green.

Tickets are $30, $24 and $16. For more information, call 525-5050.

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IT WOULDN’T BE CHRISTMAS visits his nephew, whom he formerly without Charles Dickens. The Cultural ignored.

Arts Theatre will bring a dazzling musical Showing that his transformation is production of Dickens’ A Christmas complete, Scrooge raises Cratchit’s Carol to life with five performances at salary and begins assisting his family, Trustees Theater. especially the crippled son, Tiny Tim. Director D.J. Queenan certainly is The music for this version of A Christmas Carol was composed by enthusiastic about the production.

Michel “It is a very Legrand, lyrical style of who has Broadway-type received music,” he several says. “It is very Academy much infused Awards. with the Sheldon Christmas Harnick, spirit.” who has The original Christmas won the Carol can be Tony Award quite daunting, and the but not so the Pulitzer musical Prize, version. “It is created the fun,” Queenan lyrics. says. “It is not “I was dark and very surdismal. prised by “You see how much change and the lyrics redemption,” and diahe says. logue are “There is a taken verchange of batim from heart (on the original Scrooge’s book,” part) making a Queenan change of life.” says. “This The cast of A Christmas Carol assembled For anyone is definitely who may not a musical know the story, Ebenezer Scrooge is a adaptation of Charles Dickens.” miser who makes himself and everyone The production features a cast of 50 around him miserable, particularly his performers, ranging in age from 6 to 65. hard-working clerk, Bob Cratchit.

“The cast is stunning,” Queenan says. “It Scrooge especially hates Christmas, is an ensemble of incredibly gifted saying, “Bah, humbug!” to show his dissingers. taste. Then on one memorable “There are many character parts, lots Christmas Eve, Scrooge is visited by the of small parts,” he says. “It allows us to ghost of his former partner, Jacob showcase the many talented actors we Marley, who died seven years ago. have here in Savannah.”

In an attempt to salvage his own soul, Scrooge is played by Renee Marley tried to save Scrooge’s. He tells DeRossett. She was chosen for her Scrooge he will be visited by three broad sense of humor and her sense of ghosts -- the ghosts of Christmas past, comedic timing. present and future.

“We have a woman playing Scrooge,” The first ghost shows Scrooge his Queenan says. “I was looking for a charown sad past and shows him when he acter actor and she was the one who started going wrong. The second ghost walked through the door.” shows him what others think of him -DeRossett plays Scrooge no differwhich isn’t much. ently than a man would, Queenan says.

The final ghost shows Scrooge what “What a character actor really means is will happen at his death. No one will someone who doesn’t have to play grieve, in fact, everyone will be glad to according to type,” he says. “They can see him go.

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play whatever part they want to become.”

There is an added treat for audiences. Each performance will be preceded by a short concert.

“Each night, a half hour before the performance, a different local school choir will sing selections from their Christmas concerts,” Queenan says.

“The idea behind that is to showcase more of our area students at the Trustees Theater and to expose the students to theater.”

In addition to Queenan, there is Musical Director Keena Charbonneau, Choreographer Karen Burns, Lighting Designer Sasha Travis, Sound Designer Christopher Soucy and Stage Manager Jin Hi Rand.

“The costumes are being done by Sarah Collins, who has worked with us in the past,” Queenan says. “Now, she is a teacher at SCAD Atlanta.”

DeRossett almost didn’t try out for the production, until a friend told her Queenan was anxious for her to come and audition. “I wasn’t really going to the auditions because there are not a lot of female parts in A Christmas Carol,” she says.

“I went and D.J. started reading me for Scrooge,” DeRossett says. “He had me read again and again.”

Puzzled, DeRossett asked to read for another part. “I said I’d like to read one of the ghosts or Marley,” she says.

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Renee DeRossett as Scrooge But it was not to be. “As soon as I started reading Scrooge, this character came together, up and out of me,” DeRossett says. This old man was inside me, I guess.”

Although the part seemed made for her, DeRossett still needed convincing. “I asked D.J., ‘How do you think Savannah will feel about this?’” she says. “He said, “Well, if they have problems going into it, they won’t when they leave.’”

DeRossett has a fondness for Dickens that might be etched in her genes. “My favorite movie is Albert Finney as Scrooge in A Christmas Carol,” she says. “I watch it every year.

I’m actually related to Dickens on my mother’s side,” DeRossett says.

Playing the part of Scrooge gives DeRossett a rare opportunity to spotlight her singing voice. “I’m a second alto,” she says. “I’ve always been in the chorus. Let’s face it, I’m not going to play Nellie Forbush (of South Pacific).

Parts for a second alto are very rare.”

DeRossett is enjoying the rehearsals immensely. “It’s an honor to work with D.J.,” she says. “Savannah’s very lucky to have him.”

As for her cast mates, DeRossett is enjoying them, too. “We have more than 50 of the most beautiful voices,” she says. “These people have voices that are just amazing.”

Even when she’s not at rehearsals, DeRossett is preparing for the show. “I am doing some deep characterization and finding out what is necessary to be such a humbug,” she says. “I’m delving into the character of Scrooge and his relationships with people, or the lack thereof.”

Has Scrooge been maligned? He certainly has DeRossett’s sympathy.

“When he was a young boy, he was left at school because his father was an alcoholic,” she says. “He was always let

down by people. Scrooge just began avoiding relating to people, which led to the miserly part.”

However, when push came to shove, Scrooge did take the wrong path. “There was one person he did care about,” DeRossett says. “He chose money over her.”

DeRossett says she would tell potential audiences to come out and enjoy the production. “I would say that it’s something very different, not just the typical Christmas Carol,” she says.

“It’s just beautiful,” DeRossett says.

“It exemplifies the renewed spirit of Christmas.” ◗

Performances of A Christmas Carol will be Dec. 8, 9, and 10 at 8 p.m. with preshow at 7:30 p.m. and Dec. 10 and 11 at 3 p.m. with pre-show at 2:30 p.m. High school choirs scheduled to perform are Windsor Forest High School Choir on Dec. 8 at 7:30 p.m., Jenkins High School Choir on Dec. 9 at 7:30 p.m., the Savannah Arts Academy Choir on Dec. 10 at 2:30 p.m., the South Effingham High School Choir on Dec. 10 at 7:30 p.m. and the West Chatham Middle School Choir on Dec. 11 at 2:30 p.m. The production will be presented at Trustees Theater, 216 E. Broughton St. Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for students and seniors. Call the box office at 5255050.

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In addition to the Cultural Arts Theatre production of A Christmas Carol and Savannah Danse Theatre’s The Nutcracker, there are three other holiday theater productions opening this week, as well as a musical theater classic.

The Actors Repertory Theatre Company will present O. Henry Holiday, three small dramas based on The Gift of the Magi, The Ethics of Pig and He Also Serves.

Evening performances will be held Dec. 9, 10, 16 and 17 at 8 p.m. and matinees are set for Dec. 11 and 18 at 3 p.m. in the Fellowship Della sells her hair in a scene from O. Henry Holiday Hall at Aldersgate United Methodist Church, 2023 Tennessee Ave. Tickets are $9 for adults, $7 for students and $5 for children under 12. For information, call 235-4414.

For A Christmas Carol of a different sort, check out the Tybee Theater Cafe production of Jacob Marley’s Christmas Carol.

Scrooge’s departed partner has his own story to tell as he is assigned to redeem Scrooge -- and himself.

Performances are set for Dec. 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 21, 22, 23, 28, 29 and 30 at 8 p.m. Showtimes are 8 p.m. Thursday through Saturday, with the door opening at 7 p.m. for light fare and drinks and 6 p.m. on Sunday, with the doors opening at 5 p.m. There will be a special matinee Dec. 18 at 2 p.m. with the doors opening at 1 p.m.

Tickets are $20 and reservations are required. Call 786-6384 for reservations, and visit www..tybeetheatercafe.com for information A native princess sacrifices to a god in a scene from one of about the play. the O. Henry-inspired playlets Actors Repertory Theatre is And for those humbugs who have no use for Christmas, or who just love classic musical theater, Jam Theatricals will present Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Oklahoma! on Dec. 12 at 8 p.m. at the Savannah Civic Center’s Johnny Mercer Theatre. Those tickets are $47, $40 and $30. To purchase tickets, call 651-6556 or visit www.savannahcivic.com. -Linda Sickler ◗

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A report from last week’s Jeopardy tryouts in Savannah I’VE BEEN A programmers, and retirees, of us, all bundled up in JEOPARDY WATCHER the likes of whom can be coats and hats, some with since a young age, when seen matching wits on any gloves, and by 10:15, there the occasional family dingiven night at 7:30. Instead, are closer to one hundred. ner was spent in the livthere were 15 of us standThe average age of a ing room with Alex ing in the cold morning air person in line is about 40 Trebek offering answers as the large blue “Brain years old. I’m sure that that needed questions.

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The answer is no. It wouldn’t have surson say.

The “Clue Crew� has arrived and prised me to see a village of tents popuAs more time passes, more people greeted us, the newly-cleaned bus is lated with school teachers, computer trickle into the line. By 9:45, there are 30 parked in front of the building, and equip-

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At 11 a.m. sharp, the first group is led into the testing room to find out, after a preliminary test, whether they will be invited back for a longer test and interview the following day.

In the end, it wasn’t much. Just a 15 question trivia quiz, and a chance to participate in a mock Jeopardy game where everyone wins a door prize of their choosing.

Once it was all said and done, some people left with grins on their faces clutching Jeopardy water bottles, while others found themselves with nothing more than a keychain and the taste of defeat. â——

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Bush critics are ‘Marxists’; WMDs found in Iraq!

Editor, I read Jim Morekis’ anger-filled column in Connect Savannah (“Have they no sense of decency?”) and was completely unsurprised. Marxist Liberalism loves the idea of a public discourse on any subject as long as only the Marxists are allowed to speak.

We all know that the Democrats want the war in Iraq to fail just so they can blame Bush. The cartoon that so infuriated Jim was obviously evil and horrible because it accurately portrayed the Democrat plan for Iraq including providing comfort and support to the enemy.

In case anyone forgot, the northern Vietnam general admitted that the press in the United States gave them comfort and inspired the Vietcong to fight on against American soldiers. And back then the Marxist Liberal press didn’t have to pretend to care about American soldiers, either.

Jim’s rant quickly left the presumed topic of discussion to hit on his true target, anyone who disagrees with the talking points provided to him by moveon.marx or Howard Dean (the head of the DNC and a person that seems to think hiring black people is a bad idea).

He attacks the editorial page of the Savannah Morning News because people write to it assuming there will be a fair political discourse (including nonMarxists), Ben Bennett who obviously does not suffer from “White Guilt” and, of course the President for not invading Louisianna and doing the Liberal Marxist Mayor and Governor’s job for them.

I am here to appologize to Jim on behalf of the majority of Americans (the non-Marxists) who dare to think for themselves and not think how he wants them to think.

We are evil, bad people who look at facts and think the President is doing much better than an impeached loser who bombed an aspirin factory while giving dictation to an intern hiding under his desk.

By the way, tons of yellow cake plutonium were found in Iraq, as well as missiles that had a nerve agent in them.

Yep, weapons of mass destruction.

I’m sorry facts get in the way of your opinion, Jim, and that we keep being stubborn and thinking for ourselves.

We’ll try and listen only to you next time.

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Kingdom -- that we found ourselves on a cold and snowy Thanksgiving afternoon.

I like traveling in winter. Fewer tourists, shorter lines, better vistas. The only drawback is the light.

The U.K. is pretty far north, right up there with the Netherlands. So around 4 o’clock the day starts to fade. Which is how we found ourselves in Leominister’s The Grape Vaults pub right about the time our friends and family -- five hours earlier -- were putting in the turkey.

To celebrate, we ordered cottage pie (a fancy chicken pot pie with beef) and a dish called faggot (various parts of pig minced with onion and sage, formed into a meatball, roasted and served with gravy, peas and mashed potatoes).

No one knew why it is called faggot, but the irony of the name did not escape the people in the pub.

The Grape Vaults is a “proper pub,” they took measures to explain. No music. No television. No darts. No computers. Just talking.

Everyone seemed to know about our Thanksgiving, including a former rugby player from Wales. He was in Paris once during Thanksgiving, when an American invited him and 30 other people over for to celebrate.

“I’ll never forget it,” he said. “The best part was no one had to bring any gifts; a holiday strictly about getting together and having a good time.”

At Hay-on-Wye, another charming Welsh town, we had more serendipitous encounters in pubs. After several deadends looking for a place to stay on a farm, we met a man, tipping back a pint, whose twin sister lived on a farm outside of town.

A phone call later we had our accommodations. That night we ate organic lamb from sheep that a week earlier had been grazing outside our bedroom.

More than sheep, Hay-on-Wye is known for its 38 used bookstores that snake up and down the town’s hilly center. In one store I spotted a hardcover of Flannery O’Connor’s Everything That Rises Must Converge selling for 125 pounds, or nearly $215.

It was an eccentric book-lover named Richard Booth who some 30 years ago introduced the used-book angle to the town that already had plenty of history.

Then, in 1977 he backed a movement to make Wales an independent republic.

That’s when people started calling him King Dick.

What else would you expect? He’s wacky. He’s harebrained. He’s British. ◗

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who -- while being filmed for a television show, “I’m a Celebrity, Get Me Out of Here” -- was photographed squatting in the wild, “answering the call of nature.”

The next day it’s a huge front page story about “The banker who was murdered for being too rich,” followed by, “The man whose snoring cost him four wives,” and “Lap dancing club first for Mid Wales.”

On television, the “breaking news” of the week centered around George Best, a popular footballer (as in soccer) but a bit of a rounder and a scalawag since his playing days, who despite a kidney transplant was in the hospital fighting for his life. When he finally passed away, the country observed a moment of silence.

We know they love their Queen, who along with the rest of the royals seems to get around the country quite a bit. At one country restaurant, where we stopped on a rainy Saturday afternoon for parsnip-basil soup, fresh baked bread and hot tea, we saw a photograph of Prince Charles on the back of the lavatory.

Turns out Charles -- who one cabbie said they like to call Charlie -- is the patron of specialized cheese makers.

Slightly less classy is the Prince of Wales Car Sales that we passed.

But now I hear they love our “West Wing” television series -- and they’re mad for Krispy Kreme doughnuts, too. The pride of Winston-Salem, N.C., is sold at the posh -- a favorite British word -Harrod’s down the aisle from the HenCam flat screen TV which, as we speak, is broadcasting live pictures of Burford Browns and Olde Cotswold Legbar hens, from “their natural environment at Clarence Court.”

They love their pints of ale at the pub -- or my particular favorite, a whiskey mac, a single shot of whiskey and a large measure of ginger wine.

Despite their apparent reserve, the English have no trouble finding an excuse to talk, or better yet, a chance to laugh. And what better reason than a couple of goofy Americans on their way to Wales (in November) to see sheep (which outnumber people) to look for fine wool for knitting.

In most cases our accents, a dead giveaway, worked to attract a lively crowd, especially outside the more cosmopolitan London.

It was in the English town of Leominister, not too far from Birdlip and Much Birch, a border town between England and Wales -- which along with Scotland (to the north) and Ireland, across the Irish Sea, make up the United

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SO WE’RE DRIVING ALONG , heading back to London’s Heathrow Airport, where we’re to return the rented car, comfortable -- finally -with sitting behind a steering wheel on the right, driving a car on the left and negotiating the dizzying roundabouts, Britain’s unique and tricky way of dealing with traffic that no one warns you about in the guidebooks, so comfortable in fact that we’ve ditched the useless GPS (“A POS,” my travel mate tells the people at National Car Rental, a piece of you-know-what, although she says the what) and we’re playing the radio when all of a sudden one of Britain’s jocular morning disc jockey types, in introducing a rock-androll song about love, touching and togetherness, starts in on a lighthearted, jovial and ridiculous riff about love, touching, togetherness -- and penises.

“Did I hear what I thought I heard?” I say.

Affirmative.

They may speak properly (“Make inquiry at the gate,” we’re told when asking about the Queen’s horses) and quaintly (“No one took notice of me when I lived in London”; that from a young girl who moved back to Wales from London).

They may strive for precision in their signs (“Do not allow your dog to chase, worry or injure the wildlife,” reads a warning on Lake Long Water in Hyde Park). They may eat parsnips, prune their shrubs to resemble poodles, require cab drivers to study three years before getting into the well-known Black Cabs and compete seriously for sales jobs (One in 100 who apply to work at the prestigious Harrods department store gets the nod).

They may insist on proper pronunciation, even for foreigners (“Get it right, madam,” admonished a man on the street when I asked for directions to Cheltenham, mangling, in the process, the name of the town).

And they may take their security seriously. Consider their system of hidden cameras, employed in lieu of patrolling police, which one cab driver said probably photographs every person in London at least 600 times.

But there’s nothing prudish about the British. Not even remotely close. They love tales of domestic drama, celebrity mishaps and murder and mayhem, the more grisly the better. Just look at their tabloid-oriented newspapers.

One day it’s a story about Carol Thatcher, Margaret Thatcher’s daughter,

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ties of the time that it’s built,” said McDonald. “If you lose a building, you lose a link in that chain of history.”

“You’re standing in Never fully appreciated in a the only one-bed, threedowntown dominated by ornate bath apartment in Victorians, the ultra-modern Savannah right now,” Drayton Tower was not only a joked Dicky Mopper victim of Savannah’s retro fashabout the partially renoion sense but of outright negvated model unit that lect, Mopper hosted a coming-out said. party of sorts last week “This place for the upscale new was basically incarnation of the venmilked for fifty erable Drayton Tower.

Artist’s conception of the years,” he said The local real estate new-look Drayton Tower flatly. “The buildagency Mopper-Stapen ing wasn’t hosted the event to marcleaned, there were ket the so-called “rebirth” of the Liberty those cheap awnings on Street apartment building, which was it that came apart right sold to developer Michael Brown earlier away, and overall very litthis year.

A scene from tle money was put into Built in 1952, the Drayton Tower is a the party it.” prime example of the then-dominant Indeed, guests to the party had to International style of architecture -- “the wait on a single elevator to take them to state of the art” of that distinctive postthe 12th floor shindig, where they war genre, as Mopper described it. enjoyed the stunning views from that top Historic Savannah Foundation floor perch. Each time the elevator door Director Mark McDonald welcomed the opened and closed, it made a loud grindfacelift of the Drayton Tower, seeing the ing sound that prompted jokes from parbuilding as a part of Savannah’s architectygoers such as “I hope they fix the tural history as integral as any other hiselevators first.” toric building downtown.

However, with the sale of the prop“A building reflects the aesthetic valerty and the subsequent sale of several ues, technological values, and sensibili-

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units, cleaning the building’s sleek exterior has already begun. A selection of floor plans call for the Tower’s 188 cramped efficiencies to be opened up into larger units which could number as few as 80, Mopper said.

As with most upscale renovations of this type these days, the future of the Drayton Tower will consist not of centrally-managed rental units but of individually owned condominiums.

“This is a straight condo-conversion.

We’re not trying to reinvent anything here,” Mopper said.

For tenants who need to be moved but would like to stay in the building for the remainder of their leases, “we’re offering to move them to other units if they’d like,” Mopper said.

“But the rental units will be phased out over the next 36 months -- and make no mistake, this is a phase-out.

We’ve tried to be as honest and up front with tenants as we could.”

Cops seek murder suspects The recent fatal shooting of Frederick Gleason on an Ardsley Park street has not yet led to a suspect, police say as we go to press.

Savannah Police spokesman Bucky Burnsed tells us, “Detectives have been able to gain some ground, but there’s no information we’re ready to release yet as to whether we’re close to an arrest.”

Sixty-four-year-old Gleason was shot Nov. 28 at Washington and Reynolds. His wife witnessed the incident.

Though some media reports indicate the shooter and his accomplice -- both young adult black males, Burnsed says -were in a dark car, the police report from the murder says they were driving a white sedan.

Ronald Young Meanwhile, police are seeking Ronald Young, pictured, as a suspect in last week’s shooting death of 23-year-old Quentin Clark at 44th and Stevens.

The mug shot is from a prior arrest. If you know of Young’s whereabouts, call Det. Whitcomb at 651-6728.

In other crime news, police arrested Albert Bernard Jones, 21, and Alvon Marquis Graham, 26, suspected in four armed robberies last week that took place within half an hour.

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• Police were called to a Johnny Mercer Boulevard apartment after a couple began fighting. The woman told them she and her boyfriend began a verbal argument and he got mad and began calling her names and throwing things at her. He broke a drawer as he was opening and shutting it and grabbed her arm and scratched it, then hit her in the stomach with his fist and hit her with a broom handle. The woman had red scratch marks down the front of her right arm and a knot on her right hand. The boyfriend could not be located, so she was given a case report number and told about the warrant procedures.

• Officers working in an area at The Landings heard an audible alarm sounding in the distance and immediately began patrolling the area in an attempt to locate it. Dispatch notified them that an alarm was sounding at a nearby convenience store, so they went to that location and set up a perimeter in case someone was still inside. Once the keyholder arrived, an officer entered the building. No one was inside, but it appeared someone had entered the building through a window.

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• An officer was called to a restaurant in reference to an abandoned vehicle.

The manager said the vehicle had been in the same location for some time. The officer was able to locate the owner’s grandmother, who provided a telephone number for the owner. The owner said she had gone out of town and had left the car parked on Cummings Street. The officer observed extensive front end damage, as well as a broken steering wheel column. A screwdriver was located on the driver’s side. The vehicle was towed and forensics was requested.

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• A man was arrested following a family dispute that turned violent.

Police were called to Canebrake Road in reference to a domestic dispute.

Upon arrival, an officer observed a man with a head injury. The officer was told the man had been hit by his nephew with a blunt object. The injured man said he was attacked by his sister and cousin, then hit in the head by his nephew. The sister told police her brother had become irate over personal family matters and had physically attacked her, causing her son to come to her defense. The injured man was arrested on charges of aggravated assault.

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ON NOV. 30, DETECTIVES requested that patrol officers check a residence on Delesseps Avenue to see if a red 1997 Camaro was parked there. The vehicle was in the driveway, but the suspect, Eric Deon Council, was at the wheel and attempting to leave. As officers attempted to block his escape, the suspect drove through a neighbor’s yard and drove east on Delesseps at a high rate of speed. The suspect blew through the light at Skidaway Drive and continued down Lathrop Avenue, where he struck two cars.

He then attempted to flee on Derenne Avenue, but a tire blew, so he abandoned the vehicle and fled on foot. He was apprehended a short distance away on Hughes Avenue and taken into custody. Council is charged with fleeing and eluding, running a red light, reckless driving and leaving the scene of an accident. Detectives also charged him with theft by taking, theft of lost property, forgery and theft by deception.

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Artist Judi Werthein’s high-top sneaker “Brinco” went on sale recently ($215 a pair) at boutiques in San Diego and New York City, with tiny accessories (compass and flashlight on the shoelaces, secret pocket in the shoe’s tongue), but she also gives away many pairs in Tijuana because she actually designed the shoe for Mexican migrants to wear when they sneak across the border into the United States. (The back of the shoe has a drawing of the country’s patron saint of migrants, and a removable foot support has a crude map of the U.S.-Mexico border, according to a November Associated Press report).

Can’t Possibly Be True Until the policy was changed in October, cafeterias in the 18 schools of the North Penn School District (northwest of Philadelphia) had been supplying as eating utensils only plastic cutlery that was washed after each meal and reused, even though students had long expressed disgust at spoons and knives riddled with bite marks and had, defensively, taken to eating foods like yogurt and applesauce with their hands. (The district admitted that this recycling saved only $15,000 a year.)

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Momahs deny everything, but Charles was convicted in November of sexually abusing four of the patients.

In November, to calm down a growing number of apparently horrified Australians, the Food Authority of the state of New South Wales issued a statement assuring people that meat in their refrigerators that appears to glow in the dark is actually harmless. Said the authority’s director, the light-emitting bacteria responsible for the glow “is not known to cause food poisoning” and, actually, is naturally present in most meats and fish.

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According to more than 50 alleged witnesses in 30 pending lawsuits, former Seattle-area gynecologist Charles Momah, 48, not only sexually abused patients but also permitted his twin brother, Dennis (a doctor but not a gynecologist), to stand in for him during some patient appointments, during which he, too, sexually abused the women. Examples of suspicion-provoking behavior, according to witness statements: Sometimes their doctor was talkative, sometimes confused and nearly silent; sometimes he spoke English clearly, sometimes broken; sometimes he walked with a limp, sometimes not; sometimes there were scars on his face, sometimes not. The

In October in Evansville, Ind., Terrence L. Mackey, 63, was sentenced to 29 years in prison for a May 2005 bank robbery, but not before he tried to defend his behavior to Federal Judge Richard L. Young, blaming the robbery on federal corrections officials. He would have turned his life around before now, Mackey said, if officials had just sent him to a prison close to his mother’s home in Florida when he was locked up for a 1982 crime. And as to the charge that he shot at police as he fled the bank robbery, he claimed self-defense: “The police were shooting at me.”

David Duvall and his 2-year-old daughter were hospitalized with burns on the head suffered during the Maryland Renaissance Festival in Crownsville in October after a female acrobat mishandled a flaming wand. The woman, seeking a volunteer from the audience, asked Duvall, in front of his family, if she could set fire to his bald head, and Duvall said, “Sure.” Said Duvall’s wife, later, “We thought they knew what they were doing.”

Cary, N.C., software developer Brian T. Schellenberger, 43, told FBI agents in December 2003 that he had been influenced by a workplace motivational poster, “Achieve Your Dreams,” that en-

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Los Angeles Times report, the trade association Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America contracted to pay two writers a “six-figure” fee to write a novel about a national panic resulting from a fear that drug lobbyists had actually been trying to spread in Congress, specifically, that terrorists might poison lower-priced drug imports from Canada.

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From the newspaper The State (Columbia, S.C., 11-14-05), regarding fugitive Rodney Dane Higginbotham, wanted for criminal domestic violence: “Alleged Crime: Police said Higginbotham argued with his wife because she had not cooked anything.

When she began cooking, he started making spaghetti while eating crackers and squeeze cheese. They argued, and he squeezed cheese on the kitchen floor. She squeezed the cheese on his truck, and he squeezed the cheese in her hair before fleeing in his truck. The wife said she washed her hair before the officer arrived to take her complaint.”

The body of a 36-year-old woman was found stuck halfway through a rear window in a house in St. Louis in October, the result (according to police) of an unsuccessful burglary attempt; she had asphyxiated, and in the course of her struggle to break free, her pants had somehow come off. And a 42-year-old

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Jim Porcellato endured about 30 seconds of excruciating pain in October in Sooke, British Columbia, when he attempted to shut off a Bobcat construction vehicle but accidentally stepped on the floor lever that raises and lowers the vehicle’s bucket, at the same time that he was, unfortunately, straddling the bucket. Porcellato, with one foot and his body’s weight on the lever, had no leverage to stop the bucket, which as it moved, trapped his head and other leg.

A co-worker rescued him, but the result was “many” lost teeth and the need for “hundreds” of stitches in his face, according to the Sooke News Mirror.

In Fargo, N.D., in September, Justin W. Fraase enthusiastically called the police to tell them that he had a videotape that would prove that the woman who had a judicial stay-away order against him actually wanted him back. The tape was of the two having sex, and when authorities viewed it, they realized that, for one thing, the sex itself violated the judicial order and, second, the woman appeared not to be enjoying herself at all.

(Indeed, she later said that Fraase had coerced her, and he was charged with three felony counts relating to the assault and the violation of the stay-away order.)

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Samples from the world’s 4.0 Toko, deepest ice core reveal Siberia 5.1 that levels of carbon 5.3 Epsilon dioxide, the main gas responsible for global warming, are 4.7 Baaz 5.7 5.7 now 27 percent higher than at any Delta 6.1 other point in the last 650,000 5.5 years. “We have added another piece of information showing that 5.6 the time scales on which humans 5.0 have changed the composition of the atmosphere are extremely short compared to the natural time +1090 cycles of the climate system,” lead Dampier, author Thomas Stocker of the W. Australia University of Bern’s Physics Institute wrote in the journal Week Ending December 2, 2005 Science. Analysis of the CO2, trapped in tiny bubbles in the anthe full effects of the spill on wildlife might least seven people and knocked out cient Antarctic ice, showed that at no power to thousands of homes. not be known until after the spring thaw. point did levels get anywhere close to • Tropical Storm Epsilon formed in the today’s CO2 concentrations of around mid-Atlantic.

380 parts per million. Greenhouse gas levThe U.N. Food and Agriculture • India’s southern coast near Madras was els began to rise during the coal-burning Organization (FAO) warned on alert as Cyclone Baaz approached Industrial Revolution, and surged recently that killing wild birds around from the Bay of Bengal. as more countries became industrialized cities in countries affected by and placed more cars on the road. bird flu is useless and may actually disAn eruption of Mount Karthala tract attention from the campaign to conFour million residents of the in the Comoros Indian Ocean artain the disease among poultry. The northeast Chinese city of chipelago spewed toxic ash over warning followed reports that wild birds in Harbin were without drinking the island of Grand Comore, Vietnam were being killed in Ho Chi Minh water as a highly toxic slick arleaving 120,000 people without safe drinkCity as a precautionary measure. FAO rived down the waterway referred to as ing water. The ash infiltrated homes, spokesman Juan Lubroth said wild bird their “mother river.” Explosions at a shops and offices as well as contaminatspecies found in and around cities are difPetroChina plant upstream on Nov. 13 ing water in cisterns during the peak of ferent from the wetland waterfowl that sent massive amounts of benzene into the have been identified as carriers of the the dry season.

Songhua River, which carried the carcino• The British Antarctic Survey reported avian influenza virus. genic chemical to the industrial city and that satellite images show an eruption in eventually into neighboring Far East the remote South Sandwich Islands has The record-breaking 2005 hurriRussia. Chinese officials dispatched 1,000 extended the shoreline of Montagu Island cane season in the North tons of activated carbon to be used in by 50 acres during the past month alone.

Atlantic came to an end as Harbon’s water treatment facilities, and to The eruption on the uninhabited island tropical storm Delta wreaked be dumped directly into the spill as it began in 2001. unprecedented damage to Spain’s Canary passed. The river was rapidly freezing Islands. The first such storm to ever strike over, and Russian environmentalists said the popular tourist destination killed at

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Singing Iceberg German scientists monitoring seismic events in Antarctica say their equipment has uncovered what they term a “singing iceberg.” The German Alfred Wegener Institute for Polar and Marine Research, publishing the discovery in the journal Science, says the sounds from iceberg B09A are far too low in pitch to be heard by human ears. But they resemble a swarm of bees or an orchestra warming up when played at a higher speed. The sounds led the researchers to the 31-by-19-mile iceberg, which had become stuck on the seabed. They said water rushing through its crevasses and tunnels at high pressure caused the iceberg to sing. ◗

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Delivering Justice: W.W. Law and the Fight for Civil Rights Written by Jim Haskins Illustrated by Benny Andrews When the late W.W. Law was a child, his grandmother told him that the day he was born, “I got on my knees and prayed that you would grow up to be a leader of our people.” The new children’s picture book Delivering Justice: W.W. Law and the Fight for Civil Rights (Candlewick Press, 2005) shows to children and adults alike that Law’s grandmother’s prayers were answered.

The understated prose by the late Jim Haskins and the bold, simple illustrations by critically acclaimed artist Bennie Andrews tell the story of one of the most effective leaders Savannah and the south has ever known.

Haskins’ relating of events in Law’s early life makes the unfairness of segregation a reality for young readers. The glimpses into Law’s devotion to his mother and grandmother add another layer of understanding for adult readers, even those who knew the retired letter carrier and much-feted civil rights activist, historian and preservationist.

Haskins reveals how episodes in Law’s childhood led to his leadership as a young man of the boycott of stores on Broughton Street and the sit-in at the Levy’s Department Store lunch counter.

Andrews’ illustrations pick up portions of Law’s story where Haskins leaves off. A department store credit card seems to fly from the hand of a well-dressed woman in a church balcony in spontaneous protest, adding an exclamation point to Haskins’ telling of the event.

by Robin Gunn If Law, who died in 2002, were able to read this book, he might like best two lines. The first is an oft-repeated quote of his own, “If you don’t know where you’ve been, how do you know where you’re going?”

The second is an explanation to young readers of the reality that was segregation: “Back then, black people weren’t treated as well as white people,” implying that today’s children aren’t familiar with this way of living.

Benny Andrews will sign copies of Delivering Justice on Friday, Dec. 9 at Jen Library from 5 – 7 p.m. For more information call 525-5264.

Golf Charms of Charleston

by Joel Zuckerman No matter how you slice it, Golf Charms of Charleston (Saron Press, 2005) by Savannah-based Joel Zuckerman, is a book for those who live for golf. But even a reader whose best tee shot is a par two through the windmill at Putt Putt can find something entertaining in this latest offering by the author of 2003’s Golf in the Lowcountry.

Zuckerman proves that it’s possible to be a serious golfer without being grim.

The book reveals a depth of knowledge about golf and a familiarity with locales and personalities of the Charleston golf world, delivered in an energetic and often zany style that holds the reader’s attention.

Golfers looking for honest assessments of Charleston’s courses will be pleased with Zuckerman’s book. It’s difficult to be negative about some of the

world’s most respected links (like The Ocean Course at Kiawah Island, which hosted the 1991 Ryder Cup) but when a course isn’t “up to par” Zuckerman is willing to lay it on the line, as his lukewarm review of Patriots Point in Mount Pleasant makes clear.

Although the course reviews are the meat of Golf Charms of Charleston, many of the essays and area golfer profiles tucked among them are side-dish servings that have appeal for golfers and non-golfers alike. Of the profiles, the most captivating are a visit with Darius Rucker, lead vocalist of Hootie and the Blowfish, and a touching account of an afternoon spent with the late Mike Strantz, the “latent hippie” wonder of golf course design who died shortly before publication of this book.

Less effective in Golf Charms are some of the essays; although often entertaining, many seem misplaced in a book claiming to focus on Charleston.

Zuckerman will sign copies of Golf Charms of Charleston at a book launch party at the Driftaway Café in Sandfly on Wednesday, Dec. 14, 7-9 p.m. Call 6637851 for more information.

Hallelujah: The Poetry of Classic Hymns Edited by Anna Marlis Burgard, Illustrated by Richard Krepel Quick! Think of your favorite song.

Chances are, the tune pops into your head and what you know of the lyrics come along with it, usually bridging to the chorus with “da-da-da-da,” or something equally primitive.

In Hallelujah: The Poetry of Classic Hymns, (Celestial Arts, 2005) editor Anna Marlis Burgard of Tybee Island, and illustrator Richard Krepel turn the traditional, music-oriented focus of Christian hymnsinging on its ear. Burgard has selected 70-plus hymns that could be described as the greatest hits of Sunday morning and compiled them into a beautifully presented, glossy-paged volume of lyric poetry, presented in verse form with no musical score. Each hymn is paired with a relevant Biblical quotation and with historical commentary on the lyricist or the hymn itself.

Hallelujah is the most recent offering from Savannah College of Art and Design’s Design Press, which helps explain the presence of the foreword by college president Paula Wallace. Her essay, “Grandmothers and Grand Hymns,” offers a rare and touching glimpse into the private life of a woman whose public persona rarely reveals a nostalgic side.

After nine additional pages of text, Burgard at last presents “A Mighty Fortress Is Our God” by Martin Luther, the first hymn in the volume. What a powerful choice for the first lyric — the strength of the poet’s words and his confidence in the might of God create a strong foundation for the collection which follows.

Burgard’s notes on each hymn are filled with pithy details and facts that bring historical context and life to the verses while keeping the focus on the verses themselves. Equally informative but less effective are the pages of introductory text, which provide insight on the role of hymns in religion but front-load the volume with too much academia for a book focusing on the emotion and creativity of religious lyric-writing. ◗

Robin Gunn is a local freelance writer and former local bookstore owner.

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Small Works -- Various media by artists June Stratton, Monica Cook, Elena Madden, Daniel E. Smith, Corinne Adams, Leslie Kneisel, Barbara J. Brown, James Allen, Stephen Kasun and Adela Holmes, Dec. 1-23 at The Whitney Gallery, 415 Whitaker St.

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‘Various Views’ -- Work by Fran Thomas, Morgan Kuhn, Charlotte Dunlap, Frances Walters, Angela Coonce, Carolyn Neely and Preston Russell is on display at Gallery 440, 440 Bull St. between Monterey Square and Forsyth Park. The gallery represents over 20 local and national artists.

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Rosewood Studio opening -- New gallery at 113 E. Oglethorpe Ave. features painting, sculpture and photography by Kay Godawa, Daniel McInnis, John Jensen, Blanche Nettles Powers, Meryl Truett and Katherine Sandoz.

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'Le Cafe' -- Acrylic paintings by Jessica Barnhill, Nov. 17Dec. 8 at Gallery Espresso, 234 Bull St. Illustrative style paintings inspired by retro and European advertisements.

‘Small Works’ -- SCAD annual holiday exhibition featuring work from students, alumni, faculty and staff, at The Red Gallery, 201 E. Broughton St. All pieces are priced at $500 or less and measure 18 inches or less in any one direction. ‘millions of unusual small creatures lurking everywhere’ -- Black Orchid Gallery at 131 Drayton St. hosts this exhibit by Ladyboy, a Philadelphia based artist. The show runs through December.

Opening reception will be held Dec. 9 at 8:30 p.m.

‘A Host of Folk Angels’ -- New exhibit at the Hurn Museum, 1015 Whitaker St., Nov. 15-Dec. 31. Closed Monday.

‘Faces of Folk’ -- Rare portraits in a new exhibit at The Hurn Museum, 1015 Whitaker St., Nov. 15-Dec. 31. Closed Monday.

‘Horne & Thistle Gallery -- Through December, a group show at this new gallery at 424 E. Oglethorpe Ave. features Gamble Moore, Craig Stevens, Arnold Desmarais, Mary Ellen McLaughlin, William Peterson, and Hillary Parker.

‘Under Pressure’ -- SCAD hosts this exhibition of new works by printmaking minors at the May Poetter Gallery, 342 Bull St.

‘Ties That Bind’ -- Watercolors by Savannah native Sonya Walker through Dec. 11 at the Beach Institute, corner Price & Harris.

Healthcare showcase -- Art work by local healthcare professionals is at Hospice Savannah Art Gallery Nov. 1-Dec. 31. 1352 Eisenhower Dr. JEA Art for December -- The work of Tybee painter Steve Willis will be on display this month at the Jewish Educational Alliance, 5111 Abercorn St. Gallery 209 Artists -- Featured artists at this gallery at 209 E. River St. are Alaine Daniel and jeweler Angela Erdy.

Michael Banks -- The Hurn Museum of Contemporary Folk Art presents work by this outsider artist Sept. 6-Dec. 31 at 1015 Whitaker St. Closed Monday. ◗

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‘I feel the most satisfied when I finish a song’ Guitarist Caroline Herring brings her celebrated songwriting to Savannah

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Caroline Herring appears 8 pm Friday at Trinity United Methodist Church (on Telfair Square). Tickets ($10 for the general public and $8 for Savannah Folk Music Society and Trinity UMC members) will be sold at the door a halfhour before showtime.. For more info, call 786-6953, or go to www.savannahfolk.org.

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smiths – and several of them (like Ray Wylie Hubbard, Slaid Cleaves and Tish Hinjosa) were forthcoming with praise and advice for the budding guitarist with the guileless lyrical sense and clear, pure vocal tone.

In what must have seemed like no time at all she was named Best New Artist in Austin at the 2002 South By Southwest industry showcase and music festival.

Parlaying her newfound visibility into a debut album was only natural, and that CD – Twilight – earned her even more raves. Soon was headlining nice listening rooms and outdoor events like Rhode Island’s Newport Folk Fest.

With a vocal delivery reminiscent of a young Nanci Griffith or the great Kelly Willis (who contributes backing vocals to Herring’s sophomore release, Wellspring), and a steady stream of expressive laments, both of Herring’s studio efforts reek of truthfulness – as does her latest disc, a live set recorded with fellow critics’ darling Claire Holley.

Still, for her, not even critical success, peer approval, a growing fanbase, and a new baby have been able to quell the restless hungry feeling that’s all too familiar to serious, dedicated songwriters worldwide.

Opines Herring, “While satisfied with a life of playing and writing music, it still can be a little solitary, a little lonely.”

As she told one reporter, “I feel the most satisfied, like I have contributed something to this world, when I finish writing a song. A close second is when some good sounds are belting out of my throat in front of an audience.”

This upcoming concert – her first local appearance since last year’s the 2004 Sidewalk Arts Festival, may prove to be one of many to come, as she and her husband now live in Atlanta.

“I want to build up an audience in this part of the country,” she says – adding, “We’ll be staying here for a while.” ◗

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CAROLINE HERRING IS NO stranger to the American songwriting tradition.

And that doesn’t just mean the U.S. As a college student living and working in her adopted hometown of Austin, Texas, she worked for the state Folklife Resource, and often accompanied all manner of “heritage musicians” to their gigs – handling the details so these backwoods masters could do their thing without being encumbered by stressful negotiations.

It was a golden opportunity for this native of Canton, Miss., (who initially planned on a career in education). It was the promise of her own education that led her to the music mecca of Austin in the first place.

However, as she related to journalist Sherry Lucas a few weeks back, “I wanted to be a singer/songwriter but didn't in my wildest dreams imagine that I could be.”

And so, she studied, but also drove established Conjunto players, fiddlers and songwriters back and forth to their shows. Somewhere along the way, her dream started to seem more attainable.

And fulfilling.

“It was really fun to go out with these master musicians, and have nobody know that I'm a musician,” she has said.

“I'd just take care of business, make sure everything's lined up, then get out of the way and watch the magic start happening.”

It soon became apparent to her that she was much more suited to this lifestyle than to drier, more academic pursuits. By the time she relocated to Austin (known for its vibrant nightlife and for churning out generations of seasoned, hard-luck should-have-beens along with internationally recognized country stars), she’d already earned a Master’s in Southern Studies at Ole Miss while juggling the responsibilities of playing and singing bluegrass in a traditional country band.

But at some point, though, she put it all down and split.

“I love being in classrooms,” Herring told another writer of that time in her life. “But it can become a very expensive hobby.”

Describing it as a long road with “no promise at the end,” she traded songwriting for homework, and shortly thereafter, the lovely and talented alto had been offered a long-term Happy Hour gig at the famous Stubb’s Bar-B-Q joint.

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Malcolm Holcombe Every time this North Carolina-based acoustic singer/songwriter comes to town it’s cause to celebrate (and turn out for the gig). He’s widely thought of by his peers (many of whom are much more famous and financially successful than he) as one of the Malcolm Holcombe best in their field, but any number of reasons have kept him from mainstream notoriety – chief among them that he likes to do things his own damn way, thank you very much.

With an idiosyncratic nature that bleeds all over his strings and into his vocal mic, Holcombe is a true American treasure. The kind of cat people will be talking and wondering about thirty years from now. Why wait so long to celebrate his fleet-fingered mastery and the poetic turns of phrase that have made supremely talented folks like Steve Earle, Tony Arata and Lucinda Williams both jealous and inspired at the same time?

Show up to this intimate, free show and buy a CD, or stuff as much cash in his hat as you can when it gets passed around. Most other places in the world, you gotta buy a ticket to get in to see this guy... Sat., 8 pm, The Sentient Bean.

Sarah Colvin Ever since this ritzy funeral homecum-hotel started presenting live jazz in its upstairs lounge overlooking scenic Forsyth Park, it’s become much easier for locals and tourists alike to see regionally – and even nationally – known artists without paying a hefty cover charge (The Mansion’s shows are always free to all). This Florida-based jazz vocalist has become one of the more

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well-received acts to play the room on a semi-regular basis.

Her light and airy phrasing is as enchanting as it is understated – and the way her voice glides over the top of her piano-centric combo is simply sublime.

In the next few months, she’ll release a live album that finds her collaborating with the famed Black Jazz keyboardist Doug Carn, locally-raised horn prodigy Alex Nguyen, and singer Angela Roberts. Thurs., 8 pm, The Mansion on Forsyth Park.

Sapphire Bullets of Pure Love With more than a dozen members, this R&B and rock music show band has a hard time finding places with a big enough stage for them to fit comfortably, and most of their friends and family (not to mention the public in general) is rarely invited to the swank receptions they usually play. That’s why this large seafood restaurant and bar about 30 minutes from Savannah has become a regular destination of theirs over the past few months.

The combination of an adult atmosphere, roomy stage, and off-the-beatenpath location have made it a great place for the Bullets to throw their own general admission parties. This time around, the Christmas party motif means it’s a higher-than-usual cover, but that charge includes a staggeringly comprehensive dinner menu of everything from Prime Rib to smoked salmon, and a midnight breakfast as well.

Dance to hits by James Brown, Wilson Pickett and Mitch Ryder, just be careful on that ride home.

Advance $35 tickets can be pur chased online at maley@coastalnow.net, or by phone at (912) 884-8640 or (912) 884-2732.

Sat., 7 pm (music at 9 pm), Sunbury Crab Company (Sunbury).

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Kodac Harrison This Atlanta-based troubadour has been hosting poetry slams and showcases for so long around Savannah that itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s easy to forget that his main vocation is that of a singing guitarist. Sure, he incorporates spoken word musings into his beatnik-inspired shows, but it was his raspy, Tom Waits-ian drawl and intense personally reflective songs which first endeared him to local audiences.

Heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been a familiar face on our club scene for years now (first at the sorelymissed downtown dive Jim Collins Bar and later at the now-defunct Loggerheads out on Tybee), but this show finds him emphasizing his music over his poetry in a way that he has not for some time in the Low Country and Coastal Empire.

Fri., 8 pm, The Sentient Bean.

Angie Aparo When this successful and respected tunesmith from just outside Athens was just starting out, he built up a strong and loyal following on this resort island. For years now, despite his relocation, and the type of attention that only writing a hit song like Faith Hillâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x153;Cryâ&#x20AC;? can bring, he still finds the time to come back to Angie Aparo this small supper club on the island occasionally and play a late-night gig for both his old supporters and new converts alike.

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Argyle Brash and challenging local group mixing reggae, ska, punk and jam.

Tues., 10 pm, Fiddler’s Crab House.

ASG If Live At Budokan-era Cheap Trick were a metal band with a serious Ronnie James Dio fixation, they’d come off not unlike this Wrightsville Beach, N.C., trio (who’s played several Warped Tours).

Opener Thunderlip is also from N.C., but mix the libidinal grit of The Stooges with the preening, hedonistic machismo of hair metal. Sat., 10 pm, The Jinx.

with horror imagery (think The Mighty Mighty Misfits). Openers Monsters of Japan adore both Clutch and RATT and play quirky metal while in Kabuki-inspired regalia.

Fri., 10 pm, The Jinx.

Lauren Lapointe Dedicated acoustic guitarist/singer who writes her own contemporary tunes.

Sat., 5 pm, Turtle Dragon Herb & Tea Company (Tybee).

Liquid Ginger Covers and originals from a popular female-led regional modern rock group with two impressive indie CDs available.

Fri. - Sat., 9:30 pm, Scandals (Tybee).

The Jeff Beasley Band

Chris Chandler

Red Moon Reggae-tinged jam act.

Tues. (hosts Open Mic) + Sat., JJ Cagney’s.

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Eric Culberson Blues Band Easily the area’s most established blues guitarist and singer, firmly rooted in the molds of Albert and Freddie King and Buddy Guy. They’re supporting their latest CD. Tues. (hosts Open Mic) - Wed., Mercury Lounge + Thurs., JJ Cagney’s.

Eat Mo’ Music Funky instrumental soul jazz quintet with plenty of wah-wah guitar. Sat., 9 pm, The Mansion on Forsyth Park.

Hazzard County Twangy, Southern rock and countryinfluenced party band, led by one half of the acoustic duo The Courtenay Brothers.

Fri. - Sat., 9:30 pm, Tubby’s (Thunderbolt).

I Cantori’s Crystal Christmas This 15th Annual show features a local 24-member professionally-auditioned chamber choir performing familiar carols and hymns – plus the world premiere of a piece written for them by a noted Czech composer. Tickets ($15 for adults, $10 for students) available at the door, or in advance at 925-7866.

Fri., 8 pm, Messiah United Methodist Church (Skidaway Isl.).

The Independents South Carolina stalwarts (managed by the late Joey Ramone) infusing ska-punk

An annual tradition where members of the Savannah Folk Music Society lead the public in holiday singalongs, and all are encouraged to bring a plate of treats to share. The SFMS provides seasonal drinks (like cider and eggnog). Call 786-

Shrimp City Slim Charleston-based band playing “Coastal Blues”: shag music mixed with traditional Delta rhythms and phrasing.

Fri. - Sat., 9 pm, Jazz’d Tapas Bar.

Tradewinds Local sextet doing Motown and beach music covers.

Sat., 9:30 pm, Il Pasticcio.

The Train Wrecks Local organic roots-rock trio featuring guitarist Jason Bible and drummer Markus Kuhlmann (of Hazel Virtue).

Sat., 10 pm, Finnegan’s Wake.

Greg Williams Prolific, locally-based songwriter with a powerful voice and a handful of indie blues-rock and folk CDs. Thurs., 10 pm, JJ Cagney’s + Fri., 10 pm, Jen’s & Friends + Sat., 6 pm, Cobblestone Conch House. ◗

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Acoustic guitar duo (of an old hand and a comparative newcomer to the scene), playing soft-rock, country and pop hits. Wed., 7 pm, Driftaway Café (Sandfly).

SFMS Xmas Caroling Party

Newish local act (formerly known as Strange Change) inspired by psychedelic British proto-metal from the late ‘60s and early ‘70s (think Ten Years After or Free).

They’re doing their own thing, but are quite conversant with the tenets of their chosen genre. Fri., JJ Cagney’s.

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Established pianist who’s equally comfy on swing, torch songs and R & B. Fri., 9:30 pm, Il Pasticcio.

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Well-known rock & roll from the ‘50s, electric blues, and boogie music. Fri., 9 pm, The Mansion on Forsyth Park.

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C R Y S T A L B E E R P A R L O R - The Beer Parlor Ramblers (7:30 pm) DAQUIRI ISLAND (Abercorn)Karaoke D O C ’ S B A R ( T y b e e ) - Live Music TBA D O L P H I N R E E F ( T y b e e ) - Live DJ DOUBLES (Holiday Inn Midtown)“ World Famous” DJ Sam Diamond DRIFTAWAY CAFÉ (Wilmington I s l . ) - Live Music TBA FANNIE’S ON THE BEACH ( T y b e e ) -The New Christy Alan Band (9 pm) F I D D L E R ’ S C R A B H O U S E - Live Music TBA (10 pm) F R I E N D L Y ’ S T A V E R N 2 - #@*!

Karaoke G I L L E Y ’ S ( H i n e s v i l l e ) - High Velocity (10 pm) T H E G O L D C L U B - Live Music TBA (10 pm) H U C - A - P O O S ( T y b e e ) - Live Music TBA (9 pm) I L P A S T I C C I O - Chris Chandler (9:30 pm) THE JAZZ CORNER (Hilton H e a d ) - The Christian Tamburr D E C E M B E R 9 T H Quar tet (7:30 pm) J A Z Z ’ D T A P A S B A R - Shrimp City AJ’S DOCKSIDE RESTAURANT ( T y b e e ) - “Georgia Kyle” Shiver (7 Slim (9 pm) J EN’S & FRIENDS (Bull & pm) B r o u g h t o n S t s . ) - “An Evening AMERICAN LEGION POST #36 With Greg Williams” (10 pm) ( T h u n d e r b o l t ) - Karaoke T H E J I N X - The Independents, B A Y S T R E E T B L U E S - Karaoke Monsters of Japan (10 pm) B A Y O U C A F É - Thomas Claxton (9 J J C A G N E Y ’ S - Seven Gates To pm) C A F É L O C O ( T y b e e ) - Live Music Elsewhere JUKEBOX BAR & GRILL TBA ( R i c h m o n d H i l l ) - Live Music TBA C A P T A I N ’ S L O U N G E - #@*!

(9 pm) Karaoke K E V I N B A R R Y ’ S - Frank Emerson CLUB ICE (formerly THE THE MANSION ON FORSYTH C A V A L I E R ) - DJ Southstar: HipP A R K - The Jef f Beasley Band (9 hop (10 pm - 6 am) C L U B I N V A S I O N - Live DJ (10 pm) pm) MARY’S SEAFOOD & STEAKSC L U B O N E - Local Cast Live Music TBA (8 pm) C O N G A C L U B - Rhumba Night M C D O N O U G H ’ S - Karaoke Latin Music Par ty (11:30 pm) M E R C U R Y L O U N G E - Bluesonics

S C A N D A L S ( T y b e e ) - Karaoke w/DJ Mar ty Corley (9:30 pm) T H E S E N T I E N T B E A N - The Speaking Bean Poetr y Slam (7:30 pm) S L U G G E R S - Trivia w/Ar tie & Brad (10 pm) S P A N K Y ’ S ( R i v e r S t . ) - Live Music TBA (8 pm) T O M M Y ’ S ( P o o l e r ) - Karaoke w/Jef f & Rebecca T R O P I C A N A N I G H T C L U B - DJ Southstar spins Top 40 (10 pm) T R U S T E E S T H E A T E R - Sav. Cultural Ar ts Theatre: “A Christmas Carol” (8 pm) T U B B Y ’ S ( T h u n d e r b o l t ) - Live Music TBA (7 pm) UNCLE BUBBA’S OYSTER H O U S E - Live Music TBA (7 pm) V E N U S D E M I L O - DJ Maybe spins disco & house (9 pm) WESTIN SAVANNAH RESORTSavannah Gospel Choir, Mass Community Choir (7 pm)

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The Christian Tamburr Quar tet (7:30 pm) J A Z Z ’ D T A P A S B A R - Shrimp City Slim (9 pm) T H E J I N X - ASG, Thunderlip (10 pm) J J C A G N E Y ’ S - Red Moon D E C E M B E R 10 T H J O H N N Y M E R C E R T H E A T R E - The Charleston Symphony Orchestra (7 AJ’S DOCKSIDE RESTAURANT pm) ( T y b e e ) - Joey Manning (7 pm) K E V I N B A R R Y ’ S - Frank Emerson B A Y S T R E E T B L U E S - Karaoke B A Y O U C A F É - Thomas Claxton (9 pm) L U C A S T H E A T R E - Savannah Danse Theatre: THE NUTCRACKER (3 pm, 8 C A F É L O C O ( T y b e e ) - “Georgia Kyle” pm) Shiver w/Fiddlin’ Scott Holton (10 THE MANSION ON FORSYTH PARKpm) Eat Mo’ Music (9 pm) C A P T A I N ’ S L O U N G E - #@*! Karaoke M A R Y ’ S S E A F O O D & S T E A K S - Live C H U C K ’ S B A R - #@*! Karaoke Music TBA C I T Y M A R K E T C O U R T Y A R D - Live M C D O N O U G H ’ S - Karaoke Music TBA (12 pm) M E R C U R Y L O U N G E - Bluesonics (10 C L U B O N E - Local Cast pm) C L U B O Z - “Heat Check” Spoken M O O N R I V E R B R E W I N G C O . - Live Word/Music Showcase (9 pm) C O B B L E S T O N E C O N C H H O U S E - “An Music TBA (8:30 pm) M U L B E R R Y I N N - The Champagne Evening With Greg Williams” (6 pm) Jazz Trio (8 pm) C O N G A C L U B - Caribbean Night (DJ NV NIGHT CLUB (Sedah/Main Floor)spins Salsa, Merengue, etc...)

Old School Hip-Hop & Top 40 DAQUIRI ISLAND (Abercorn)THE OYSTER BAR (Wilmington Isl.)Karaoke D E B ’ S P U B & G R U B - #@*! Karaoke (9 Live Music TBA (9:30 pm) PLANTER’S TAVERN (OLDE PINK pm) D O C ’ S B A R ( T y b e e ) - Live Music TBA H O U S E ) - Gail Thurmond POGY’S BAR & GRILL (Richmond D O L P H I N R E E F ( T y b e e ) - Live DJ H i l l ) - Live Music TBA DOUBLES (Holiday Inn Midtown)S A V A N N A H B L U E S - Live Music TBA “ World Famous” DJ Sam Diamond S A V A N N A H D O W N U N D E R - DJ Blue DRIFTAWAY CAFÉ (Wilmington Isl.)Ice & Tropical Thunder Live Music TBA (7 pm) S A V A N N A H S M I L E S - Dueling Pianos FANNIE’S ON THE BEACH (Tybee)S A V A N N A H T H E A T R E - Jukebox The New Christy Alan Band (9 pm) Journey (3 pm & 8 pm) F I D D L E R ’ S C R A B H O U S E - Greg S C A N D A L S ( T y b e e ) - Liquid Ginger Williams (10 pm) (9:30 pm) FINNEGAN’S WAKE (Formerly T H E S E A G R I L L ( P t . W e n t w o r t h ) - Live O ’ C o n n e l l ’ s I r i s h P u b ) - The Train Music TBA (8 pm) Wrecks (10 pm) T H E S E N T I E N T B E A N - Malcolm G I L L E Y ’ S ( H i n e s v i l l e ) - High Velocity Holcombe (8 pm) (10 pm) I L P A S T I C C I O - Tradewinds (9:30 pm) 1 7 9 0 R E S T A U R A N T - Live Music TBA (9 pm) THE ISLAND GRILL (Pt. Wentworth)SILVER DOLLAR BAR & GRILL (Hwy Live Music TBA 2 0 4 ) - Live Music TBA (9 pm) THE JAZZ CORNER (Hilton Head)-

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AJ’S DOCKSIDE RESTAURANT ( T y b e e ) - Joey Manning (7 pm) B A Y O U C A F É - Live Music TBA B E L F O R D ’ S - Live Music TBA (6 pm) C A F É L O C O ( T y b e e ) - Live Music TBA (10 pm) C A P T A I N ’ S L O U N G E - #@*! Karaoke DAQUIRI ISLAND (Abercorn)Karaoke D O C ’ S B A R ( T y b e e I s l a n d ) - Live Music TBA DRIFTAWAY CAFÉ (Wilmington Isl.)Live Music TBA (7 pm) FANNIE’S ON THE BEACH (Tybee)Randy “Hatman” Smith (3 pm) F I D D L E R ’ S C R A B H O U S E - Live Music TBA (10 pm) THE JAZZ CORNER (Hilton Head)Deas’ Guyz (7 pm) J A Z Z ’ D T A P A S B A R - Jef f Beasley (7 pm) J E W I S H E D U C A T I O N A L L I A N C E - Joe Rof f & The Isreal Bazaar (1 pm) K E V I N B A R R Y ’ S - Frank Emerson

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Karaoke COASTAL COFFEE (2100 E. Victory D r i v e ) - Poetr y Open Mic (7 pm) D E B ’ S P U B & G R U B - #@*! Karaoke (10:30 pm) DRIFTAWAY CAFÉ (Wilmington Isl.)Live Music TBA (6 pm) F I D D L E R ’ S C R A B H O U S E - Argyle (9 pm) THE JAZZ CORNER (Hilton Head)Masteller & The All-Stars T H E J I N X - Hip Hop w/Selvis & DJ DFrost (latenight freestyles/breakdancing) J J C A G N E Y ’ S - Open Mic Night w/Red Moon K E V I N B A R R Y ’ S - Carroll Brown M E R C U R Y L O U N G E - Open Mic Jam w/EROK NV NIGHT CLUB (Sedah/Main Floor)Teen Night w/DJ Triple A PLANTER’S TAVERN (OLDE PINK H O U S E ) - Gail Thurmond S A V A N N A H B L U E S - Open Mic w/The Hitmen V E N U S D I M I L O - Open DJ Tables bring needles & vinyl (10 pm) W E T W I L L I E ’ S - Karaoke (9 pm) NOTE: All Bands Scheduled Subject To Change

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L U C A S T H E A T R E - Savannah Danse Theatre: THE NUTCRACKER (2 pm) THE MANSION ON FORSYTH PARKHarpist Kristin Gustafson (11 am) M C D O N O U G H ’ S - Karaoke M E R C U R Y L O U N G E - Voodoo Soup (10 pm) NV NIGHT CLUB (Sedah/Main Floor)Secret Sunday (w/The Gold Club) OATLAND ISLAND EDUCATION C E N T E R - Sav. Folk Music Society Christmas Caroling Par ty (7 pm) PLANTER’S TAVERN (OLDE PINK H O U S E ) - Gail Thurmond 1 7 9 0 R E S T A U R A N T - Live Music TBA (8 pm) S A V A N N A H T H E A T R E - Jukebox Journey (3 pm) T R U S T E E S T H E A T E R - Sav. Cultural Ar ts Theatre: “A Christmas Carol” (3 pm) UNCLE BUBBA’S OYSTER HOUSELive Music TBA (7 pm)

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S T I N G R A Y ’ S ( T y b e e ) - Randy “Hatman” Smith (7 pm) S U N B U R Y C R A B C O . ( S u n b u r y ) - The Sapphire Bullets of Pure Love (7 pm) T O M M Y ’ S ( P o o l e r ) - Live Music TBA (9 pm) T R U S T E E S T H E A T E R - Sav. Cultural Ar ts Theatre: “A Christmas Carol” (3 pm, 8 pm) T U B B Y ’ S ( T h u n d e r b o l t ) - Hazzard County feat. Jason Cour tenay (9 pm) TURTLE DRAGON HERB & TEA CO. ( T y b e e ) - Lauren Lapointe (5 pm) T U B B Y ’ S ( T h u n d e r b o l t ) - Live Music TBA (7 pm) UNCLE BUBBA’S OYSTER HOUSELive Music TBA (7 pm) V E N U S D I M I L O - DJ Maybe, DJ Aerochron & Friends (10:30 pm) W E T W I L L I E ’ S - Live DJ

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Eric Culberson Blues Band

Friday Dec. 9

Seven Gates To Elsewhere

Saturday Dec. 10

Red Moon

Monday Dec. 12

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Jason Bible Open Mic w/ Red Moon 2 for 2’sday: 2 for 1 all night, & Free Pool

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(10 pm) MESSIAH LUTHERAN CHURCH ( S k i d a w a y I s l . ) - I Cantori’s “Cr ystal Christmas” (8 pm) M O O N R I V E R B R E W I N G C O . - Live Music TBA (8:30 pm) M U L B E R R Y I N N - The Champagne Jazz Trio (8 pm) NV NIGHT CLUB (Sedah/Main Floor)Live DJ THE OYSTER BAR (Wilmington Isl.)Live Music TBA (9:30 pm) PLANTER’S TAVERN (OLDE PINK H O U S E ) - Gail Thurmond POGY’S BAR & GRILL (Richmond H i l l ) - Live Music TBA (9 pm) S A V A N N A H B L U E S - Live Music TBA S A V A N N A H D O W N U N D E R - DJ Blue Ice & Tropical Thunder S A V A N N A H S M I L E S - Dueling Pianos S A V A N N A H T H E A T R E - Jukebox Journey (8 pm) S C A N D A L S ( T y b e e ) - Liquid Ginger (9:30 pm) T H E S E A G R I L L ( P t . W e n t w o r t h ) - Live Music TBA (8 pm) T H E S E N T I E N T B E A N - Kodac Harrison (8 pm) SILVER DOLLAR BAR & GRILL (Hwy 2 0 4 ) - Live Music TBA (9 pm) S P A N K Y ’ S ( R i v e r S t . ) - Live Music TBA S T I N G R A Y ’ S ( T y b e e ) - Randy “Hatman” Smith (7 pm) T O M M Y ’ S ( P o o l e r ) - Live Music TBA (9 pm) TRINITY UNITED METHODIST C H U R C H ( P o o l e r ) - Caroline Herring (8 pm) T R U S T E E S T H E A T E R - Sav. Cultural Ar ts Theatre: “A Christmas Carol” (8 pm) T U B B Y ’ S ( T h u n d e r b o l t ) - Hazzard County feat. Jason Cour tenay (9 pm) UNCLE BUBBA’S OYSTER HOUSELive Music TBA (7 pm) V E N U S D I M I L O - DJ Maybe, DJ Aerochron & Friends (10:30 pm)

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DECEMBER Friday the 9th The Codetalkers Featuring Col. Bruce Hampton - 550 Blues, Macon Duwayne Burnside - Chip’s, Winder Van Zant - Cowboys, Kennesaw Delta Moon, Ken Will Morton - Smith’s Olde Bar, Atlanta Delbert McClinton - Variety Playhouse, Atlanta Confederate Railroad - Bada Bing, Santee, SC Perpetual Groove - The Pour House, Charleston Preservation Hall Jazz Band - Bell Auditorium, Augusta John Berry - Etherredge Ctr., Aiken, SC Bif Naked, Default, Hinder - Headliners @ Banana Joe’s, Columbia Moonshine Still - The Mission, Augusta Medeski Martin and Wood - Neighborhood Theatre, Charlotte Edwin McCain - Old City Hall, Brunswick Tishamingo - Po’ Boys Creole Café, Atlantic Beach, FL

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Sunday the 11th Bonnie Raitt, Marc Broussard - Tabernacle, Atlanta Preservation Hall Jazz Band - Maxwell Theatre, Augusta

John Berry - Anderson, SC Civic Center Mannheim Steamroller - Charlotte Bobcats Arena

Monday the 12th Saves The Day, Senses Fail, The Early November - Earthlink Live, Atlanta Phil Lesh & Friends w/Jimmy Herring & Chris Robinson - Fox Theatre, Atlanta Modey Lemon, The Apes - The EARL, Atlanta Evergreen Terrace, As Cities Burn, The Chariot - The Masquerade, Atlanta Southern Bitch, Lucero - New Brookland Tavern, Columbia U2 - Charlotte Bobcats Arena

Tuesday the 13th Southern Bitch - 40 Watt Club, Athens Babyface - Atlanta Civic Center Theatre “Masters Of Horror” w/Mudvayne, 10 Years, Bloodsimple, BobaFlex - Earthlink Live, Atlanta Phil Lesh & Friends w/Jimmy Herring & Chris Robinson - Fox Theatre, Atlanta Asylum Street Spankers - Smith’s Olde Bar, Atlanta The Working Title, Terminal - Jack Rabbits, Jacksonville

Wednesday the 14th Jimmy Thackery - Blind Willie’s, Atlanta Socialburn - Centre Stage @ The Plex, North Charleston Michelle Malone - The Pour House, Charleston

John Hammond - Café Eleven, Saint Augustine Perpetual Groove - Freebird Live, Jacksonville

Thursday the 15th Michelle Malone - Caledonia, Athens Kings X, Mardo - Smith’s Olde Bar, Atlanta Ricky Skaggs, The Whites - Imperial Theatre, Augusta Pat Boone - Broyhill Civic Center, Lenoir, NC Dolly Parton, The Grascals - Charlotte Bobcats Arena The Lettermen - Cole Auditorium, Hamlet, NC Bill Mallonee, Bethany Yarrow, Heidi Hensley - Evening Muse, Charlotte Cracker - Neighborhood Theatre, Charlotte The Classic Struggle, Through The Eyes Of The Dead - The Waterfront, Brunswick

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Puccini wrote his opera La Boheme in 1896, and it was exactly 100 years later that Jonathan Larson’s update Rent created seismic waves in the theater world. Rent faithfully follows the story structure of La Boheme, although Larson injected a sense of immediacy by adding AIDS to the equation. Unfolding in the late ‘80s, the story centers on a group of bohemians in New York’s East Village. Mark (Anthony Rapp), a filmmaker, and Roger (Adam Pascal), a songwriter, share a grungy apartment that they’re in danger of losing if they don’t cough up the rent to Benny (Taye Diggs), a former friend who ended up continued on page 30

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band of revolutionaries known as the Monicans seeks to topple the government; they order their best agent, Aeon Flux (Charlize Theron), to assassinate leader Trevor Goodchild (Martin Csokas), but as Aeon attempts to carry out her assignment, she realizes that the situation isn’t as clearly defined as previously thought. An impersonal slab of sci-fi sameness, Aeon Flux wears its lethargy as a badge of honor, with Kusama’s draggy direction and Theron’s monotonous performance up front and center in virtually every scene.

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George Clooney’s Good Night, and Good Luck is only considered a hit because it cost a mere $7 million to produce and largely played the art-house circuit -- in the mainstream world, its $14 million gross would have relegated it to turkey status. Syriana, on the other hand, cost substantially more, and a box office fallout might put the kibosh on socially relevant films for a while and send its stars, Clooney and Matt Damon, crawling back to sign up for an Ocean’s Thirteen. But Syriana is exactly the type of movie that elevates its medium.

Writer-director Stephen Gaghan, who earned the Best Adapted Screenplay Oscar for Steven Soderbergh’s Traffic, again weaves together a head-spinning mix of people, places and incidents, though the end result isn’t quite as fluid this time around. The first portion of Syriana is incredibly dense, and it takes a good while to locate one’s bearings in relation to the various players and what’s happening to them. Yet as the movie progresses, plotlines come into focus. Bob Barnes (Clooney) is a grizzled CIA field operative who’s stunned when his years of service and devotion count for naught once his superiors decide it’s in their best interest to betray him. Bryan Woodman (Damon) is an energy analyst whose personal tragedy serves as a springboard for close ties with a prominent member of a Middle Eastern dynasty. Bennett Holiday (Jeffrey Wright) is an opportunistic lawyer who finds himself navigating the choppy waters of a merger between two oil company behemoths hoping to gorge themselves on lucrative deals certain to harm everyone else. Syriana offers little hope and no answers, catering instead to the substantial number of Americans who feel that the bad guys -- chiefly, Big Business and Big Government -- have already won, and there’s not a damn thing we ordinary citizens can do about it. For those who already believe this, the movie’s a well-executed downer. For those seeking to educate themselves about the ways of the world, the movie’s a must-see.

While director Karyn Kusama probably deserves a lavish Hollywood mansion and a three-picture deal as much as the next filmmaker, she’s one person whose career might have benefited more had she stayed hungry. Her low-budget debut feature, 2000’s Girlfight, was an indie knockout, signaling her arrival as a moviemaker with grit, determination and something to say. Five years later, Kusama’s back with her sophomore effort, and it’s dispiriting to see that it’s a big-budget production deemed so awful by its own studio that it wasn’t even screened in advance for critics. Truthfully, it’s not that wretched -- I’ve seen at least two dozen worst films this year that were screened for the press -- but in any case, Aeon Flux reveals either that Kusama has willingly squandered her talents for the sake of a fat paycheck or that said talent pretty much dried up after Girlfight hit theaters. Based on an animated series created for MTV a decade ago, Aeon Flux opens with a title card informing us that in the year 2011, approximately 99 percent of the world’s population was wiped out by a virus. Flash forward to 2415, where the descendants of the original survivors continue to live in Bregna, the only established city on the entire planet. Fed up with the fascistic methods of the ruling class, a

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marrying the landlord’s daughter and now acts as a suit-wearing enforcer. Mark and Roger open up their space to their philosophical friend Tom (Jesse L. Martin), who has just entered into a relationship with a street drummer named Angel (Tony Award winner Wilson Jermaine Heredia). Living in the flat downstairs is Mimi (Rosario Dawson), a stripper whose eye is caught by the passive Roger. For his part, Mark has just had his heart broken by kooky performance artist Maureen (Idina Menzel), who left him for another woman, a lawyer named Joanne (Tracie Thoms). If this all sounds like Melrose Place on welfare, the story’s defining characteristic is that half of its leading players are HIV-positive, contracted through either sex or drug use. For a musical, there isn’t much dancing per se, and director Chris Columbus and choreographer Keith Young stage the few numbers competently if not excitingly.

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The Ice Harvest is being promoted as this year’s Bad Santa, but it’s just bad, period.

Its only merit of distinction belongs to Oliver Platt, who’s aces as the sort of obnoxious, loud-mouth drunk who invariably attaches himself, barnacle-like, to some poor sucker’s arm during a festive holiday party. Otherwise, this merely goes through the motions by displaying all the requisite black humor and hipster stylings without stopping to figure out what generally makes these ingredients work. John Cusack, who’s played this sort of mellow, wise-cracking character many times before, stars as Charlie Arglist, a Wichita lawyer who, along with his partner Vic (Billy Bob Thornton), steals over two million dollars from a local mob boss (Randy Quaid) and then begins to sweat when an ice storm prevents them from skipping town. As Charlie trudges around the city waiting to make his great escape, he repeatedly bumps into two acquaintances: Renata (Connie Nielsen), a strip club owner who suspects Charlie’s up to something, and Pete (Platt), a vulgar souse who (among

other grievances) bemoans his marriage to Charlie’s gold-digging ex-wife.

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For all its familiarity, there’s plenty to like about Walk the Line. First and foremost the film positions itself as a love story, one that finds Cash locating his soulmate in country star June Carter. A vivacious firecracker who takes her time in committing to this troubled individual, June has her own demons to tame. Just as Ray lived or died on the powerhouse performance of Jamie Foxx, so too does Walk the Line depend on the mesmerizing work by Joaquin Phoenix and Reese Witherspoon (who both do their own singing) to carry it over the line. Phoenix, all hunched shoulders and slow-burn stares, commands the screen, yet even he’s topped by Witherspoon in her most fully realized performance since Election.

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There’s a reason that this is the first movie in the franchise to earn a PG-13 rating, and it’s not because there’s suddenly heavy petting between Hermione and her best buds Harry and Ron. Instead, director Mike Newell and scripter Steve Kloves, forced to whittle down Rowling’s enormous tome, steadfastly refuse to coddle the youngest audience members, “family film” status be damned. The Triwizard Cup competition, undertaken by Harry (Daniel Radcliffe) and three older students, is fraught with such perils as fire-breathing dragons and piranha-toothed mermaids. A key supporting character -- a likable one, at that -is unexpectedly killed. And the evil Lord Voldemort, who hasn’t been seen since he murdered Harry’s parents 13 years earlier, finally makes an appearance (Ralph Fiennes is suitably slimy in the role). Yet the series’ greatest strength -- namely, the dead-on portrayals by Radcliffe, Rupert Grint and Emma Watson as Harry, Ron and Hermione -- never fails to deliver.

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This film, which marks Clooney's second stint as director, looks at an inspiring moment in U.S. history, when broadcaster Edward R. Murrow did the unthinkable by standing up to Joe McCarthy, the junior Senator from Wisconsin who destroyed lives by denouncing everyone who didn't subscribe to his petty politics. At times, the laser-beam focus on both the setting and the situation at hand makes the film feel as if it's been sealed inside a Zip-Loc bag: There's no mention of Richard Nixon, no Julius and Ethel Rosenberg, no Hollywood Ten, certainly no Ronald Reagan. The movie's genius, however, is in its integration

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If Chicken Little represents the future of Disney animation, then the sky is indeed falling: This is as far removed from such old-school classics as Pinocchio and Beauty and the Beast as roast duck is from chicken gizzards. To be fair, this toon flick -a frantic yarn about a diminutive bird (voiced by Zach Braff) whose warnings about an impending alien invasion are ignored by the other anthropomorphic animals in the town of Oakey Oaks -- has its moments. But the central thrust of Chicken Little -- a standard “follow your dream” slog that on a dime turns into War of the Worlds -- is the same sort of hollow experience that has all but drained the traditional toon tale of its potency over the past decade-plus. ◗

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A descent into the pits of hell disguised as a motion picture, Yours, Mine and Ours is the sort of broad, insincere schmaltz that moviegoers seem to eat up at this time of year. A widower (Dennis Quaid) with eight kids bumps into his former high school sweetheart, now a widow (Rene Russo) with 10 children. On a whim, they decide to get married, but managing a household comprising 18 minors proves to be a formidable challenge.

(Rosamund Pike) immediately lands a suitor, but the independent Elizabeth (Keira Knightley) finds herself embroiled in a grudge match with the brooding Mr. Darcy (Matthew MacFadyen).

An awful thriller featuring a post-Friends (and post-Brad) Jennifer Aniston attempting to jumpstart a movie career. Mining that fertile Fatal Attraction terrain, this finds unhappily married business executives Charles Schine (Clive Owen) and Lucinda Harris (Aniston) meeting as strangers on a train, engaging in flirtatious banter before deciding to get down and dirty in a seedy hotel room.

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Amnesty International meets the third Tuesday of the month at 6 p.m. at the Sentient Bean Coffeehouse, 13 E. Park Ave.. Call Raymond at 898-3506.

Chatham County Democratic Committee meets the second Monday of each month. at 6 p.m. Call Joe Murray Rivers, chair, 2345969, or Janice Shay, 547-5212 or visit www.chathamdems.com.

Chatham County Democratic Women For information, call Maxine Harris at 3520470 or 484-3222.

Chatham County Young Republicans For information, call Brad Morrison at 5964810.

Coastal Democrats For information, call Maxine Harris at 3520470 or 484-3222.

Drinking Liberally Promoting democracy one pint at a time -share politics while sharing a pitcher. This is an informal gathering of like-minded, leftleaners who may want to trade ideas, get more involved and just enjoy each other’s company. Meets the first and third Thursdays of the month at 7:30 p.m. at Coach’s Corner. For information, visit www.DrinkingLiberally.org or send email to august1494@excite.com.

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National Council of Negro Women meets the first Saturday of every month at 10 a.m. at the Ralph Mark Gilbert Civil Rights Museum.

Planned Parenthood meets the second Thursday of the month at 6:30 p.m. at The Sentient Bean, 13 E. Park Ave. For info, call Megan Burgoyne at 3524052 or e-mail megan.burgoyne@ppfa.org.

Savannah Peace Coalition meets every Tuesday on Yahoo Chat around 7 p.m. Send an e-mail to schmalk@yahoo.com to receive an invitation to join the chat.

Savannah Republican Club Meets every second Tuesday of the month.

Call 927-7170.

Sierra Club meets the 3rd Thursday of each month at 7:30 p.m., at the First Presbyterian Church, 520 E. Washington Ave. 351-7436.

Skidaway Island Democrats The Rev. Dr. Jim Nelson, Democratic candidate for Congress, will speak Wednesday, Dec. 7 at 7 p.m. at the Sterne, Agee Building, 4 Skidaway Island Square. Wilson Morris will give a brief summary of the Bush White House over the past 12 months. Call Tom Oxnard at 598-4290 or send e-mail to oxhouse@aol.com.

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The oldest interfaith peace and justice organization in the United States meets the second Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m. at The Sentient Bean, 13 E. Park Ave.

Local activist group focused on protesting the war in Iraq. Call Richard DiPirro at 4417167.

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Libertarian Party of Chatham County meets each Monday at 8:30 p.m. at BOBA’s, 309 W. St. Julian St. Call 308-3934 or visit http://www.no-debts.com/

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Auditions is looking for actors, writers, directors, producers, musicians, poets and others. Send e-mail to negroensemble@comcast.net.

Benefits & Fundraisers 14th Annual Tree of Light A lighting ceremony will be held Sunday, Dec. 4 at 5 p.m. at Full Circle, 7212 Seawright Dr. All donations help support grief-counseling programs. Remembrances of $10 or more are recognized with a special ornament and the names are listed in the program. Call Doris Mobley at 3552289.

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Sample holiday favorites, classics and international martinis at this benefit for Greenbriar Children’s Center. It will be held Dec. 3 from 7:30-10 p.m. at Venus de Milo, 18 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 at the door. Call 447-0901.

American Legion Auxiliary Christmas Dance Post 135 will hold a Christmas dance with music by Todd & Ricky B on Saturday, Dec. 10 from 8 p.m. til midnight at the post home, 1108 Bull St. Net profits will benefit veterans.

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Backus Children’s Hospital Ornament Sale The One Hundred is selling pewter bear ornaments designed by Phyllis Tildes and crafted by Woodberry Pewter for $8 each.

Proceeds will benefit the Backus Children’s Hospital. To place an order, call Kelly Dykes Claxton at 350-6374 or send e-mail to dykeske1@memorialhealth.com.

Blessingdale’s thrift store at 2118 Bona Bella, at the corner of Skidaway and Bona Bella in the Bacon Park Shopping Center, sells clothes, furniture, electronics and household items.

Proceeds support The Living Vine Christian maternity home. Donations appreciated. Call 355-4339.

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is a year-long, comprehensive Armstrong Atlantic State University initiative that will raise funds and provide community services for evacuees of Hurricane Katrina. Visit www.armstrong.edu/katrina.

Hurricane Katrina Benefit Website A community website/blog where local Hurricane Katrina relief efforts, fundraising events and other information are listed can be found at www.katrinahelp.gatherat.com.

Kids Helping Kids Drop off gently used toys by Dec. 15 for distribution to needy families on Dec. 17. Dropoff points are: Coastal Empire Exteriors, Coldwell Banker Garvin Realty, Coastal Scooters, Edward Johns Investments, Advertising Specialty Services, Russell’s Trophies and Sporting Goods, TriCounty GMAC, Piggly Wiggly grocery stores, West Broad Street YMCA, Media Play and 97.3 KISS-FM studios. Call Tom Campbell at 6608364.

Night Stalkers Association In honor of the fallen soldiers who served in the 3rd Battalion, 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment (Airborne) out of Hunter Army Airfield, the Military Affairs Council of the Savannah Area Chamber of Commerce is encouraging donations. Call Linda R. Rogers at 352-6645 or send donations to: The Night Stalkers Association, 3/160 SOAR, 1304 N. Lightning Rd., Hunter Army Airfield, 31409-4719.

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The Savannah State University College of Business Administration and the Savannah Chapter of 100 Black Men will present national R&B recording artist Jerry “The Ice Man” Butler in concert on Dec. 17 at 8 p.m. at the Savannah Civic Center’s Johnny Mercer Theatre. Tickets are $40, $38 and $28 with proceeds benefitting scholarship programs. For tickets, call 651-6556 or visit www.savannahcivic.com.

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35 Pennies for Pets Coastal Pet Rescue is holding this fundraising drive throughout December. Call 351-4151 or send e-mail to info@coastalpetrescue.org.

Winter Hooch & Pooch Bring your pet for drinks at Venus de Milo, 18 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., on Thursday, Dec. 8, beginning at 7 p.m. This event will benefit PALS (Pet Assistance League of Savannah). Call 447-0901.

Call for Applications AARP Foundation SCSEP The AARP Foundation Senior Community Service Employment Program offers job search assistance and paid on-the-job training for eligible workers 55 years of age or older. Call 234-1681 or visit the AARP office at 221 E. 34th St.

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Chatham County Chamber seeks musicians The Chatham County Chamber Group is seeking classically trained musicians. Call 232-2326.

Cultural Affairs Artist Roster The City of Savannahâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Department of Cultural Affairs is compiling a list of artists of all disciplines of the arts and humanities to include in a Savannah Artists Roster. Call

Stained Glass Window Competition The Unitarian Universalist Church of Savannah is offering a $500 award for the best design for a stained glass window to be placed in the apse behind the pulpit in the historic Jingle Bells church located on Troupe Square. The window must display religious symbols from a variety of faiths with the Flaming Chalice being predominant. Judging will take place after Jan. 15. Send e-mail to dinehart@aol.com to receive the window design and instructions.

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Classes will be held Tuesday, Dec. 6 and Wednesday, Dec. 7 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Smart Senior at Candler Hospital. Call 3524405. Classes will be held Monday, Dec. 12 and Tuesday, Dec. 13 from 1 to 5 p.m. at The Marshes at Skidaway. Call Katie at 598-8998 or Chuck at 598-1011.

Adult Art Classes are held at The Art School Mondays from 7-9 p.m. and Tuesdays from 10 a.m. to noon.

Beginners are welcome. For information, call Lind Hollingsworth at 921-1151.

Adult Education The Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Center of Wesley Community Centers, 1601 Drayton St., offers tutoring Tuesday and Thursday from 6:30-7:30 p.m. in basic literacy skills, GED preparation and computer training. Call 447-5711.

Art and Theater Classes at S.P.A.C.E. are being offered for children and adults at S.P.A.C.E., 9 W. Henry St. For information, call 651-4248.

The Art School The Art School provides quality art instruction for ages 6 through adult. Register now for afterschool classes. Classes provide a comfortable, non-competitive atmosphere for students of all levels. Tuition includes professional art supplies. Located across from Summit Gymnastics/Sharks Cheerleading at 74 W. Montgomery Crossroads. Call 921-1151 or visit www.theartschool-sav.com.

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is a boutique gallery/working studio on West Broughton Street that is looking for artists to consign work, especially clothing, accessories and textiles, plus home decor, painting and sculpture. Send email to 2palejosephines@bellsouth.net or call 232-4848.

Savannah Speech & Hearing Center is offering Baby Sign classes for babies aged 612 months and their parents. The cost is $50, which includes materials. To register, call 3554601.

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St. Josephâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s/Candler Childhood Injury Prevention Program offers a class for boys and girls 11-15 who want to become babysitters. The cost is $35. Call 819-8583.

will be held Saturday, Dec. 10 from 5-10 p.m.

All works will be priced $100 and under.

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Eastside Concerned Citizens Inc. at 803 E. Park Ave. offers basic computer classes every second and fourth Saturday from 10 a.m. to noon. 232-5280.

Beginners quilting classes are held Tuesday at 10 a.m. at the Wesley Community Centers of Savannah, Inc., 1601 Drayton St. 447--5711.

Blessed Sacrament Catholic School at 1003 Victory Dr. will hold a Pre-K and Kindergarten round-up Tuesday, Dec. 6 from 9-10:30 a.m. Call 356-6987.

Building a Home The UBuildIt office in Savannah offers free seminars. Call 236-1211.

Career Achievement Program St. Maryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Community Center, 812 W. 36th St., an affiliate of St. Josephâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s/Candler, offers a program to help adults with math, reading and writing skills. Participants choose their hours between Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Call 447-0578.

Chatham County Aquatic Center offers open lap swim, water aerobics classes, swim lessons and competitive swim teams for all ages, home school programs and field trips for students on Monday and Wednesday or Tuesday and Thursday. 652-6793 or chathamcounty.org.

Church Music Seminar The School of Church Music located at 101 Bull St. offers specialized workshops to give practical help with almost every area of music ministry. Call 236-1566 or send email to scm@schoolofchurchmusic.org.

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cost $50 and lunch is included. Many classes are ongoing, running every month.

Payment is to be made two days prior to the class starting date. Call Anastasia at 4439678.

Coastal Scooters Classes focus on road skills, safety and the proper maintenance of scooters. Classes are limited in size to provide personal assistance. Each rider is equipped with a TGB 49.5cc scooter and helmet. The class is three hours in length, consisting of classroom, field and on-road instruction.

Classes meet on Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. or Sundays from 1-4 p.m. The cost is $40. To register, call 232-5513 or visit Coastal Scooters at 418 W. Broughton St.

Computer Classes Basic introduction to computers and Microsoft Works offered at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Bull and 31st streets. Cost is $20 for the session and $20 for the text book. Pre-registration is required. Call 3550219.

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Free drawing classes for teens, adults and seniors are offered by the Savannah Art Association on Saturdays through October from 9 a.m. to noon at Armstrong Atlantic State University’s’ Fine Arts Hall. For information, call 897-5612 or 598-8217.

Drawing to Painting to Clay Classes with certified art teacher Carolyne Rodgers Graham are offered on an ongoing basis on Tuesdays from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Savannah Art Association in City market.

Sign up at any time. Call 925-5465 to register.

Eastside Concerned Citizens, Inc. Project Tomorrow Inc. offers several classes and workshops, including sewing, crocheting, computer training, CPR and more. 232-5280.

The Economic Opportunity Authority offers free computer classes in Computer Basics Level One plus the study guide

The Armstrong Atlantic State University paralegal programs provide real-world skills and training. Each course meets once a week for eight weeks. Fees are $130 plus textbook. Call the AASU Center for Justice Administration at 927-5231.

Spanish is fun. Classes for adults and children are held at the Jewish Educational Alliance, 5111 Abercorn St. Call 920-2171 or 220-6570 to register.

Memorial Health positive parenting class

First Steps parent education program

Mindful meditation classes

This parent education and support program is based at St. Joseph’s/Candler. Call 8196910.

Housing Authority offers free classes The Housing Authority of Savannah Neighborhood Resource Center at 1407 Wheaton St. is offering classes free to the public. Job Search and Job Skills training is offered the second, third and fourth Tuesdays from 9 a.m. to noon. Certified Nursing Assistant classes are offered by appointment. Adult Literacy classes are offered Mondays and Wednesdays from 4-6 p.m. Call 232-4232, Ext. 115.

Free Coaching Session and Assessment for personal, career and professional development. Call Executive Leadership Coaching, 443-9860, or send e-mail to Vicki@excellentcoach.com.

Free computer classes St. Joseph’s/Candler African-American Health Information and Resource Center offers free computer classes. Call 447-6605.

Holiday Decorating Made Simple is a workshop that will be presented Dec. 1 from 5:30-7 p.m. at the St. Joseph’s/Candler African-American Health Information and Resource Center, 1910 Abercorn St. Call 447-6605.

Inquiry Circle based on the work of Byron Katie offers immediate help when you need answers right away. No charge. Contact Ursula at 484-0134 or send e-mail to u.sterling@att.net. For information, visit http://www.thework.com/WhatisTheWork.as p.

Legal Secretary Certificate Program at Armstrong Atlantic State University is a series of 10 courses over a one-year period.

Each course meets once a week for six weeks. Fees are $135 plus textbooks. Call 927-5213.

Life Challenge Consulting When would now be a great time to engage yourself in life-changing strategies. Career; stress reduction; spirituality. Free initial halfhour consultation. Call Cindy Beach, M.S., at 429-7265.

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The cost is $10 per person and is most beneficial to parents of children less than 4 years. To register, call 350-9335. will be held Monday from 8:30-9:30 a.m. and on Thursday from 6-8 p.m. at the Integrated Behavioral Center, 1121 Cornell Ave. The cost is $10 per session. Call 355-4987.

Mindfulness and Ordinary Recovery Indepth exploration of the 11th step.

Meditation and contemplation instruction provided as it applies to recovery and maintenance. Classes are held on Monday from noon to 1 p.m. or 7:30-8:30 p.m. Class fee is $12. 313 E. Harris St. For information, call Cindy Beach, M.S., 429-7265.

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Parent and Teen Driving Course The Savannah-Chatham Metropolitan Police Department will present a free two-hour parent/teen driver’s course the last Thursday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at Calvary Baptist Day School, 4625 Waters Ave. Call 651-6653 or send e-mail to ccamire@savannahga.gov and request a registration form. The course is designed for 14-16 year olds and their parents. Advance registration is required.

Parenting the preschooler is a course offered by Telfair Women’s Hospital at Candler. Call at 819-3368 or visit www.sjchs.org.

with Jim Hale of Suzanne and Jim will be presented Dec. 3 from 4-5:30 p.m. at The Folk Traditions Store, 12 Price St. Whatever your present level, this workshop will help improve your playing. Bring your favorite 5string and come prepared to get serious about having banjo fun. Follow up with Suzanne and Jim’s 8 p.m. performance at The Sentient Bean. The cost of the workshop is $30 in advance, $35 at the door. Call 341-8898 for reservations and information.

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The Ships of the Sea Maritime Museum is sponsoring an essay contest which is open to all 4th graders in Chatham County. The subject is the voyage of the S.S. Savannah.

Prizes will be awarded. Contest details (including deadline) have been sent to all public and private schools in the county.

Homeschoolers may contact Tony Pizzo at 232-1511 for information.

is a four-week education course offered by Memorial Health and designed for the family expecting twins, triplets or more. Call Barbara at 350-3129 or visit www.memorialhealth.com.

Open Studio Nights Bring your preferred medium to work in the company of fellow artists. No teacher, no schedule, no pressure, just share the artist’s experience. $5 a session. Held every Tuesday from 6:30-8 p.m. at the Savannah Art Association Gallery, above Belford’s in City Market.

Painting Classes for beginners and studio groups for experienced artists/ Private studio in historic district. Professional instruction by MFA graduate of the Savannah College of Art and Design. Oil and acrylic painting, charcoal, pencil and pastel drawing. $125 for six-week course or $75 a month for weekly studio sessions. Call 234-5737 for information and registration.

Drawing sessions will be held the first three Tuesdays of every month from 9:30-11:30 a.m. at the Savannah Art Association (located in City Market upstairs over Belford’s). Bring your own drawing supplies. $10 per session for members.

Savannah Entrepreneurial Center at 801 E. Gwinnett offers business and computer classes.

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Tennis for munchkins, juniors and adults -summer camps, clinics, ball machine workouts. Call 961-9862.

Tybee Island Marine Science Center offers hands-on classes for students of all ages from pre-kindergarten through adults.

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UGA Marine Education Center and Aquarium presents outreach programs that are interactive, with live animals, costumes and fun activities. Contact Stephanie Edgecombe at

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598-2335 for reservations. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Turtle Talesâ&#x20AC;? is a 60-minute outreach program that combines science and art for pre-kindergarten and kindergarten students. Call Edith Schmidt at 598-2447.

Clubs & Organizations AASU Sci-Fi Fantasy Club On Thursdays, the club sponsors free role playing. The club meets at 7:30 p.m. at the AASU Compass Point Club House and sponsors a laser tag team and bi-monthly childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s readings on Saturdays from 1-3 p.m. at Media Play. Call Antonio at 713-1470 or send email to Catscandance2@aol.com.

ABATE (American Bikers Active Toward Education) District 11 meets the 2nd Sunday of each month at 3 p.m. at the Silver Dollar Saloon on Hwy. 204 and Old River Rd. Please call for more info. 233-9800.

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Art, Coffee and Conversation meets the second Thursday from 5:30-8:30 p.m. of the month at Books-A-Million. Bring your art, art books of interest, techniques, etc. to discuss and share with the group.

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meets monthly on the first Monday at the Jewish Educational Alliance, 5111 Abercorn St. Check www.cleancoast.org for event schedule.

Coastal Bicycle Touring Club of Savannah sponsors a ride every Saturday. Visit www.cbtc.org for a ride schedule and more information. Meetings are held on the first Monday of each month at Tubbyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Tank House restaurant in Thunderbolt at 6:30 p.m.

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Coastal Georgia Volkswagen Club Meets the 3rd Saturday of every month. 9610602.

Community Hymn Chorus All denominations are welcome to come together to make a joyful noise every Tuesday at 11:15 a.m. at White Bluff United Methodist Churchâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Horton Hall, 11911 White Bluff Rd. Call Ronn Alford, Director of Music Ministries, at 925-5924.

Daughters of Destiny An ongoing seminar for women who want to make changes in their lives through spirituality and positive reinforcement meets every Monday at 7 p.m. at Daughters of Destiny House, 12 E. 41st St. Facilitated by Miriam Center. Call 663-0894.

Friends of Oatland Board of Directors meets every third Wednesday at 6:30 p.m.; general membership meeting follows at 7 p.m. at the Oatland Island Educational Center. Call Serena Nasworthy at 897-3060.

Friends of the Library

meets Sundays at 10:30 a.m. at 12 Drake Dr. Call Frank Spencer at 352-2323 or visit the Web site at www.bannerofthenations.com.

meet the first Monday of each month at 5:30 p.m. at the Bull Street Library. Call 652-3655.

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Beach Historic Neighborhood Association

Memberships start at $25 and remain active until marriage. See website or call for local chapters. 1-800-869-2500.

meets monthly on the third Thursday at 6 p.m. Call 605-4471 for details.

Beanhead Writers Group

Gold Wing Road Riders Association

meets very second Saturday at 1 p.m. at The Sentient Bean, 13 E. Park Ave. to critique works in progress and to discuss technique and marketing. Fiction and non-fiction, but no poetry.

promotes education, safety and fun to motorcycle riders. Call Julian at 920-2700 or John at 858-5414 or visit chaptere2.tripod.com.

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A place for those interested in the Gothic subcultures. Visit www.Goth-NightSavannah.com.

every Saturday at 6:30 p.m. at The Red Zone Bar and Grill in Richmond Hill. Half of the proceeds of a 50/50 drawing go to the military for phone cards and other items.

Bipolar Support Group John J. Dunn, Ph.D., is interested in hearing from people who want to participate in a bipolar support group. Call 692-1230 after 6 p.m.

Bridge club meets at the JEA

Chihuahua Club of Savannah A special little club for special little dogs and their owners meets one Saturday each month at 10:30 a.m. For information, visit groups.yahoo.com/group/ChiSavannah/.

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is the civilian, volunteer auxiliary of the U.S. Air Force and is involved in search and rescue, aerospace education and cadet programs. Meets every Tuesday at 6 p.m. for cadets (12-18 years old) and 7 p.m. for adult members at the former Savannah Airport terminal building off Dean Forest Road. Visit

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Harley Owners Group HOG meets the second Tuesday of every month at 7 p.m. at the Mighty Eighth Heritage Museum. Call 925-5349.

Historic Victorian Neighborhood Association meets the second Wednesday of every month at 6:30 p.m. at the American Legion, Post 135, 1108 Bull St. between Park Avenue and Duffy Street. Call 236-8546.

Hostess City Toastmasters Club Gain confidence in public speaking. Meets Tuesday evenings, 7pm at 6206 Waters Ave, Rivers Edge Retirement Community. 3555450.

Irish Session All instrumentalists interested in Celtic music are welcome. Meets the second and fourth Sundays at 5:30 p.m. at the Folk Traditions Store, 12 Price St. Call 341-8898.

Learn to play Go the game that will soon replace Chess as the intellectual strategy game par excellence., Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. at Books-A-Million on Abercorn. Call Greg at 232-7549.

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7:30 p.m. Call 692-0382, email kasak@comcast.net or visit www.roguephoenix.org.

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Salon for Women Seeking Change

at 2202 Norwood Ave. sponsors bingo every Tuesday and Friday starting at 7:30 p.m.

There is a $700 jackpot.

Lively discussion, laughter and fun. Call 2368581.

has a dinner meeting the fourth Tuesday of each month (except December) at 6 p.m. at the Hunter Club, Hunter Army Airfield. Call John Findeis at 748-7020.

Savannah Adventure Club

Savannah Euchre Club

MOMS Club

People who enjoy outdoor activities and are looking for adventure are invited to join. Visit www.savannahadventureclub.com for information.

Euchre is a four-handed card game in the same family as Hearts and Spades, a poor (but discerning) man’s Bridge. Call Katie at 308-9815.

Savannah Area Convention and Visitors Bureau

Savannah Express Network Chapter of American Business Women’s Association

will host the fourth Quarterly Luncheon on Friday, Dec. 9 at 11:30 a.m. at the Hilton Savannah DeSoto. The cost is $23 for members and $30 for member guests. Call Leslie Washburn at 644-6433 for reservations, or send e-mail to lwashburn@savcvb.com.

meets the first Wednesday at 11:45 a.m. at the Savannah Golf Club on East President Street. RSVP to Laura McLaren at 236-6750, Ext. 14, or 898-9362.

for stay-at-home moms and their children. For information, call Courtney at 921-1462, visit www.momsclub.org or send e-mail to momsclubofsavannahga@hotmail.com.

MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) The Island Mothers of Preschoolers meets every first and third Wednesday at First Baptist Church of the Islands, 6613 Johnny Mercer Blvd. Child care is provided. Call Linda at 897-9632.

Millionaire’s Club for Women The purpose is to achieve wealth and success in personal and professional life and to share this wealth by mentoring others. Call 236-3660.

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Oglethorpe Business & Professional Women’s Club

Partners for Community Health is a group that meets every other month to discuss healthcare topics that impact the community. Call Dana Huffman at 350-6357.

Philosophical sessions taking on a different topic each time at Barnes & Noble every Wednesday at 7:30 pm. Call 659-2930 or 4439267.

Postage stamp meeting and auction The Savannah Stamp Club meeting and stamp auction is held the second Thursday at 7 p.m. at the Grace United Methodist Church, 6412 Waters Ave. Call 354-8870.

Progressive Guys’ Discussion Group An opportunity for men to discuss books, music, film and cultural issues in an intellectually stimulating and non-judgmental environment. Meets the third Wednesday at 7 p.m. at the Sentient Bean Coffee House. 2318841.

Rogue Phoenix Sci-Fi Fantasy Club Members of Starfleet International and The Klingon Assault Group meet twice a month, on the first Sunday at 4 pm. at Books-AMillion and the third Tuesday at Chen’s Chinese Restaurant at 20 E. Derenne Ave. at

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The public is invited to come and sing early American music and folk hymns from the shape note tradition. The group will meet Saturday, Dec. 10 from 2-4 p.m. at First Christian Church, 711 E. Victory Dr. This nondenominational community musical activity emphasizes participation, not performance.

Songs are from The Sacred Harp, an oblong songbook first published in 1844. Call 6550994.

Savannah Art Association offers affordable art workshops, social activities and a chance to display art in a downtown gallery. Drop by the gallery at 309 W. St. Julian St. above Belford’s in City Market or call 356-0249.

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

Savannah Chapter of the Sons of Italy is the oldest and largest national organization that celebrates Italian/American heritage for men and women. Call Dennis Piasio at 1-888674-2937.

Savannah Chess Club meets Monday at Books-A-Million from 7 to 11 p.m. Bring your chess sets. Call 631-0338 or send e-mail to geocities/savannahchessclub.com.

is dedicated to discussing and preserving the heritage of Italians and Italian-Americans.

Meets the first Tuesday at 2717 Livingston Ave. Call Carol Taylor at 925-4064.

Savannah Jaycees for young professionals ages 21 to 39 is a Junior Chamber of Commerce that focuses on friendship, career development and community involvement. Meets the second and fourth Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. Dinner is included and there is no charge for guests. Call 2326682 or visit www.savannahjaycees.com.

Savannah Linux Users Group will meet Dec. 7 at 7:30 p.m. at 24 W. Henry St., at the corner of Henry and Whitaker. The group meets the first Wednesday of every month. Call 210-9066.

Savannah Lions Club meets the second and fourth Thursday at 12:30 p.m. at the Savannah Golf Club. For information, call 355-6033.

Savannah Macintosh Users Group (SMUG) meets the second Tuesday of every month at 7 p.m. See www.savannahmug.org.

Savannah Newcomers Club is open to all residents who have lived in the Savannah area for less than two years. The club hosts a monthly luncheon and program on the third Wednesday of each month at various area restaurants and sponsors tours, activities and events to help new residents.

Call 351-3171.

Savannah Port City Lions Club meets every first and third Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. at Ryan’s Restaurant on Stephenson.

For information, call 920-9081.

Savannah Psychogeographic Society The society will investigate spaces in and around downtown. Celebrate the ordinary, the extraordinary, the overlooked, the neglected and the transcendent in Savannah’s built and natural landscapes. Contact Ryan at leifmadson@hotmail.com.

Savannah Ski Club For information, see www.savannahskiclub.com.

Savannah Stitch-N-Bitch meets every second Tuesday of the month from 6-8 p.m. at wild fibre, 409 E. Liberty St. All that is required is an interest in knitting or crocheting. Bring a project and join in the stitching, talking and munchies. Call 2380514.

Savannah Sunrise Rotary club meets every Thursday from 7:30-8:30 am at the First City Club in downtown Savannah.

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Savannah Toastmasters helps you improve speaking and leadership skills in a friendly and supportive environment on Mondays at 6:15 p.m. at Memorial Health University Medical Center, Conference Room C. 352-1935.

Savannah Ultimate Frisbee meets every Tuesday and Thursday at 6 p.m. and Sundays at 3 p.m. in Forsyth Park. Bring a white and dark shirt, water, cleats and a positive attitude. Visit www.savannahultimate.com for information.

Single People in Christian Education (SPICE) discusses education and plans and hosts social events and functions for singles throughout each month. Meets Sunday at 9:30 a.m. at White Bluff United Methodist Church, Room 22.

Southside Optimist Club is a civic organization catering to youth and community service projects that meets every Wednesday at 12:30 p.m. at Taylor’s

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Group meets the second Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at the Holiday Inn Midtown on Abercorn. The $20 guest fee will apply to your membership if you join.

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

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Dinner meetings are the second Tuesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. at the Fairmont Restaurant, 65 W. Fairmont Ave. Volunteer Saturdays are the second Saturday of the month from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the SavannahOgeechee Museum & Nature Center at 681 Fort Argyle Rd. (Highway 204) 2.3 miles west of Interstate 95. 748-8068.

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on Whitemarsh Island. Call Sue Braddy at 897-2100.

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meets monthly for tournaments and practice matches. For information, call 667-7204 or visit http://savannahsubbuteo.tripod.com. meets the second Wednesday at 7:30 p.m.

With the exception of the June and December meetings, the association meets at the Tybee Community Center.

will come to Savannah on Jan. 31 at 7 p.m. at the Savannah Civic Center’s Johnny Mercer Theatre as part of the 2006 Black Heritage Festival. Admission will be free, but tickets are required. Call 691-6847 to reserve tickets. Unclaimed seats will be distributed to those waiting 10 minutes prior to the show.

Tybee Performing Arts Society (TAPS)

Ballroom Dance Party

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

will be held Saturday, Dec. 10 at Islands Community Center, 160 Whitemarsh Island Rd. A basic lesson on the waltz begins at 7 p.m. and the dance will be held from 8-10:30 p.m. The cost is $6 for members and $10 for non-members. Beginners and singles are welcome. Call 925-7416.

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Waving Girl Smocking Guild meets the fourth Mondays at 6:30 p.m., August through May, at the Coastal Development Services, 7712 Seawright Dr. Those who love smocking and sewing are invited to attend. New members are welcome.

The Savannah Shag Club Savannah’s original shag club meets every Wednesday at the Holiday Inn Midtown at 6:30 p.m. Admission is free. Call 927-9439.

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is a program at Portman’s Music for people who were musicians as kids, but went on to pursue other types of careers. The cost is $95, which includes two hours of instruction each week for four weeks. The latest gear will be provided. Call 354-1500.

hosts Magnificent Mondays from 7-9 p.m. at Double’s, Holiday Inn/Midtown, 7100 Abercorn St. Free swing dance lessons are offered the first two Mondays and free shag lessons are offered the third and fourth Mondays. No cover and club membership is not necessary. Call 927-4784 or 398-8784 or visit www.shagbeachbop.com.

Writers Unite!

Serious writers who want to read, do warmup writing, hold each other accountable, call 236-3660 and ask for Dana.

The Young Professionals of Savannah For information, contact Jacob Cottingham at Jacob@thesouthmag.com.

Concerts Destinations Southern Style Holiday Concert Pianist Jill Smith will perform Wednesday, Dec. 7 from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Lobby Pavilion at Memorial Health. For info, call 350-3957.

Youth Dance Program The West Broad Street YMCA, Inc. presents its Instructional Dance Program in jazz and ballet for kids 4 to 18. $30 per month for one class and $35 per month for both classes.

Call 233-1951.

Events Gingerbread Village An entire gingerbread village can be seen through Dec. 26 in the Westing Savannah Harbor Golf Resort & Spa lobby. Free and open to the public. Call 201-2000.

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at Islands Dance Academy. All levels welcome, including beginners. Challenging, rewarding and fun. Mondays at 6:30 p.m. and Thursdays at 7 p.m. at 115 Charlotte Rd.

Student massage and yoga classes are offered at the Savannah School of Massage Therapy, Inc. Cost ranges from $20 to $30 for a one-hour massage and sessions are

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instructor supervised. Call 355-3011 for an appointment. Multi-level yoga classes are offered Monday and Friday at 5:45 p.m. Cost is $10 for drop-ins, $40 for a package card of five classes. Walk-ins are welcome. The school is located at 6413B Waters Ave. www.ssomt.com.

Center for Wellbeing Hatha Yoga classes are offered Monday and Wednesday from 5:30-6:30 p.m. in Suite 203 of the Candler Heart and Lung Building, 5356 Reynolds St. Cost is $30 for four sessions or $50 for 8 sessions. 819-6463.

The Jewish Education Alliance Join Amy Levy at 9:45 am on Fridays for yoga. Fee is $35 per month, Water Aerobics, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday at 10:30 am. Fee is $42 a month for up to 16 sessions, Step Aerobics will be offered at the JEA on Thursday’s at 6:15 am. Cost is $35 per month. Call Drew Edmonds at 3558111.

Ladies Living Smart fitness club provides nutritional education and exercise to encourage lifestyle changes at the St. Joseph’s/Candler African-American Health Information and Resource Center, 1910 Abercorn St. at 5:30 p.m. Call 447-6605.

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Just can’t seem to fix problem spots or stay motivated? Look and feel absolutely fantastic. Personal trainer will come to your home, office or gym to work with you one on one to give the individual attention you deserve. Arthritiss exercise therapy, deep body sculpture and senior toning. Want a total fitness program designed just for you? Make exercise and good health a passion. Call 656-1310 and ask for Peggy for a free fitness consultation.

Pilates Classes are offered at the St. Joseph’s/Candler Center for WellBeing, Suite 203 of the Candler Heart and Lung Building, 5356 Reynolds St. Four sessions are $30, eight sessions are $50. Pre-register by calling 8196463.

Private Yoga Instruction Have you always wanted to try yoga but were unsure about participating in group classes? Do you need a safe, gentle and effective method of creating radiant health, reducing and even eliminating stress, and increasing happiness and joy in your life?

Then consider learning the ancient and timehonored science of yoga in your own home.

Instruction will be tailored to fit your individual needs and help you create a daily, personal practice or allow you to feel more confident practicing in a group setting. The instructor is certified and thoroughly educated in the practical applications of yoga as well as its history and philosophy, and has taught group classes and private students for the past 10 years. For information or scheduling, call Hunter Leaf, 354-9274.

Savannah Yoga Center The only center in the area that brings in the world’s leading yoga teachers to conduct workshops. Located at 25 E. 40th St. at Drayton. Call Kelley Crane at 441-6653 for more info and directions or visit www.savannahyoga.com. Current class schedule is as follows: Monday, Mellow Flow Yoga, all levels, 5:30-6:45 p.m.; Tuesday, Beginners Basic Yoga, 6-7:15 p.m.; Wednesday, Flow Yoga-All Levels, 6-7:15 p.m.; Saturday, Flow Yoga-All Levels, 10-11:15 a.m. (no class Oct. 8 due to workshop). Drop-in rates are $12, Students with ID $10, active duty military/dependents with ID $8. KIRTAN Indian Chant concert with David Newman “Durga Das” on Nov. 18. All workshops are held at Epworth Methodist Church, 2201 Bull St.

Tai Chi Classes are offered Mondays and Wednesdays from 10:30-11:30 a.m. and Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:30-6:30 p.m. in Suite 203, Candler Heart and Lung Building, 5356 Reynolds St. Four sessions are $30 or eight sessions are $50. Call 819-6463.

Water aerobics at the JEA The Jewish Educational Alliance is offering aquatics classes. Call Shannon at 748-2393.

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Hatha Flow Level I Wednesday 10-11:30 a.m., Friday 6-7:30 p.m. and Saturday from 10:30 a.m. to noon; Hatha Flow levels I and II, Tuesday 6-7:30 p.m. and Sunday 5-6:30 p.m.; Hatha Flow levels I and II Monday 6:308 p.m.; Vinyasa Flow-Power Yoga Saturday 9-10 a.m. and Thursday 6:30-7:30 p.m.; Mommy & Me Yoga Monday 4-5 p.m. for 5years old and up and Wednesday from 4-5 p.m. for 2 and 4-year-olds; Baby & Mommy Yoga call for schedule. Private instruction and gift certificates available. Whitemarsh Center, 115 Charlotte Rd. Cost is $12 for drop-ins and $75 for eight classes. Call 8980361.

Yogalates Classes are offered by St. Joseph’s/Candler for WellBeing on Thursdays from 5:45-6:45 p.m. in Suite 203 of the Candler Heart and Lung Building, 5356 Reynolds St. The cost is $30 for four sessions or $50 for eight sessions.

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The Tybee Island Marine Science Center is planning to publish a cookbook that will feature seafood recipes along with illustrations and the natural history of the fish, crabs, shrimp, oysters, mussels, clams and so on featured in each dish. The cookbook also will include appetizers, salads, side dishes and deserts that will compliment the seafood entrees. Visit www.tybeemsc.org for information on submitting your recipes.

Tradewinds Coffee Cupping will be held Saturday, Dec. 10 from 3-5 p.m. at Tradewinds Ice Cream & Coffee, located on Whitemarsh Island. It will be hosted by organic, fair trade roaster Cafe Campesino.

Taste great coffee and learn about the benefits and reasons for fair trade. Free, but registration is required. Call 898-7515.

Gay & Lesbian Alpha Financial Management seminars A series of free seminars specifically designed for the LGBT community will be held. Attendees will learn about the tools needed to increase their wealth, protect their assets, take actions that are congruent with their own values, and to build a sense of financial and emotional security in life.

For information, call 353-9343.

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The FCN Community Center & Library is open Saturdays from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Visitors are welcome to check out gay/lesbian books and obtain information on “Gay Savannah” businesses and happenings. www.firstcitynetwork.com. 236-CITY

First City Network’s Workforce project offers assistance to youth and young adults who need and want a job or a better job.

Call 236-2489 or send e-mail to bwooten@comcast.net.

Friends & Company bowling league meets Sundays at 5:30 p.m. at AMF Victory Lanes, 2055 E. Victory Dr. 354-5710.

Gay AA Meeting meets Sunday and Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. at 307 E. Harris St., second floor. For information, contact Mark at 441-4407.

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

Lesbian Potluck Girls eat and socialize. Meets the 3rd Saturday of each month. 236-CITY.

Lesbian Therapy Group Share your thoughts, feelings and concerns in a safe, confidential environment that is facilitated by a licensed therapist the second and fourth Friday at 7 p.m. Spaces are limited. Call 352-2611.

Savannah Gay Business Guild meets the second Tuesday at 7 p.m. to offer a networking service of gay and gay friendly businesses, organizations and individuals.

For information, contact Kevyn Withers at kevyn@kevynwithers.com.

Standout is First City’s gay youth support group.

Meets every Thursday at 7 p.m. at the FCN Headquarters, 307 E. Harris St., 3rd floor.

Call 657-1966.

What Makes A Family is a children’s therapy group for children of GLBT parents. Groups range in age from 10 to 18 and are held twice a month. Call 3522611.

Health Causes and Treatments for Dizziness is a seminar that will be presented by Dr. Michael Zoller on Dec. 6 at 7 p.m. in Marsh Auditorium at Candler Hospital. For reservations, call 819-3368.

Community HealthCare Center provides free health care for those patients who live in Chatham County, are under 65, who do not have primary medical coverage, and who do not exceed certain financial thresholds. 310 Eisenhower Drive Medical Center. Call for an appointment at 692-1451.

Community Cardiovascular Council, Inc. offers free blood pressure checks Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 1900 Abercorn St. Call 232-6624.

Dual Recovery Anonymous This 12-step program addresses all addictions and mental health recovery. Persons who are recovering from an addiction and a mental health problem can send e-mail to katkope@netscape.com for information.

Eating Disorders/Self Harm Support Group A 12-step group for people with eating disorders and self-harm disorders. For information, call Brandon Lee at 927-1324.

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Holiday-themed classes for adults and children will be offered at Mansion on Forsyth Park, 700 Drayton St. Art of Entertaining: Holiday Open House will be offered Dec. 3 and 10 from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and Dec. 13 and 15 from 6:30-9 p.m.

The cost is $90. Holiday Cookies will be offered Dec. 6, 9, and 16 from 2:30-5 p.m. and Dec. 20 from 6:30-9 p.m. The cost is $90. Kids Holiday Cookies will be offered Dec. 10, 17 and 24 from 3-5 p.m. and Dec. 22 from 7-9 p.m. The cost is $50 per parent/child and $15 for each additional child. New Year’s Eve Hors d’ Ouevres will be offered Dec. 14, 21 and 28 from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Dec. 29 from 6:30-9 p.m. and Dec. 31 from 2:30-5 p.m. The cost is $90.

Art of Entertaining: Christmas/Winter Brunch will be presented Dec. 17, 24, 25 and 31 from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The cost is $90. Call 238-5158 and ask for cooking school reservations.

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Free blood pressure checks and blood sugar screenings are conducted at three locations within St. Joseph’s/Candler. From 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 5:15-7 p.m. every Tuesday and Thursday, checks will be offered at the St. Joseph’s/Candler African-American Health Information and Resource Center, 1910 Abercorn St. Call 447-6605 to make an appointment. Checks are offered every Monday from 10 a.m. to noon at the Smart Senior office, No. 8 Medical Arts Center. No appointment is necessary. Checks will be offered Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at St. Mary’s Community Center at 812 W. 36th St. Call 447-0578.

Free hearing & speech screening Every Thursday morning from 9 a.m.-12 noon at the Savannah Speech and Hearing Center, 1206 E. 66th Street. Call 355-4601.

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My Brothaz Home, Inc., a local nonprofit HIV/AIDS organization, offers free HIV/AIDS and STD awareness training, risk reduction counseling and prevention case management to individual males and groups of males. Upon completion of the training, a monetary incentive and educational materials will be given to each participant. Call 231-8727.

La Leche League of Savannah invites all pregnant or breastfeeding mothers to an Enrichment Meeting on Wednesday, Dec. 7 at 10 a.m. in the Candler Professional Building, 5354 Reynolds St., Room 508A. The topic will be Raising a Highly Sensitive Child. The next educational series meeting will be held Monday, Dec. 12 at 6:30 p.m. in the Candler Professional Building, 5354 Reynolds St., Room 508. The topic will be As Your Baby Grows. Call 8979261.

Memorial Health Bariatrics presents free informational sessions every Wednesday at 6 p.m. in the Medical Education Auditorium with Dr. John Angstadt and other staff members, who discuss obesity and the surgical process. Free. Call 350-DIET or visit bariatrics.memorialhealth.com.

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Call the Narcotics Anonymous Helpline at 1800-334-3322.

Bring your heart to us. Offers three meals a day, medical assistance, transportation, assisted daily living and more. Call 927-0671 or 921-4577 for more information.

Home Health Care, Parts I and II These seminars will be held Dec. 8 and 13 from 5:30-7 p.m. at the St. Joseph’s/Candler African-American Health Information & Resource Center, 1910 Abercorn St. Call 447-6605.

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like Mark Merlis on Dateline. Safe, effective, reasonable cost. Researchers at the University of Connecticut found that people who used hypnosis lost 60 percent more weight than any other method. The Alpha Institute, 201-0071.

Mammograms St. Joseph’s/Candler will be performing mammograms to screen for breast cancer in its mobile screening unit. Most insurance plans (with the exception of Blue Cross HMO) are accepted. Financial assistance is

available to women who qualify.

Mammograms will be performed Dec. 8 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Eulonia Multipurpose Center in McIntosh County.

Call 912-437-4561 for appointments.

Mammograms will be performed Dec. 13 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Medical Group in Rincon. Call 354-9352 for appointments.

Mammograms will be performed Dec. 20 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at St. Joseph’s/Candler Medical Group-Pembroke.

For appointments, call 912-653-2897.

March of Dimes The March of Dimes offers valuable information for women. www.modimes.org or 1888-MODIMES. 354-5900.

Massage by Certified Massage Practitioner at your home, business or hotel in the Savannah and Richmond Hill area. He comes to you. Offers therapeutic and relaxing massage, Swedish massage, deep muscle, reflexology and energy balance.

Pain treatment, cellulite reduction, long established business. Specials for women or couples. Gift certificates available. Call 8561534.

Memorial Health blood pressure check are offered free every Tuesday and Thursday from 7:30-9:30 a.m. at GenerationOne. 3507587.

Memorial Health CPR training FitnessOne provides American Heart Association courses each month to certify individuals in infant, child and adult CPR. The cost is $30. Call 350-4030 or visit www.memorialhealth.com.

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Memorial Health heart risk assessment is held once a month at FitnessOne. The appointment takes about 40 minutes and the cost is $50. Call Midge at 350-4042.

Memorial Health Joint Replacement Lecture This free orthopedic lecture series is held the third Tuesday of each month from 6:157:30 p.m. in the Medical Education Auditorium at Memorial Health to educate the community about the risk factors of arthritis, the prevention of arthritis and medical and surgical joint replacement. To register, call 350-3603.

Memorial Health SET Focus Group This is a program to encourage Sickle Cell patients ages 11 to 18 and their parents/caregivers to learn more about Sickle Cell disease. Call Donna at 350-5616 or Saundra at 350-3396.

The Midwife Group The Midwife Group/Family Health & Birth Center is offering a free program to women at any stage of pregnancy that includes free information on pregnancy, birth and parenting, an opportunity to talk to other pregnant women and information on a certified nurse midwife-assisted birth, whether at a birth center or area hospital. Call 8264155.

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The National Wellness Foundation sponsors a lecture every Thursday at 6 p.m. titled “The Essence of Chiropractic for the 21st Century.” Call 356-5887.

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

Open every night from 7-11p.m. 1-800-2647154.

Project SAVE The program provides eye exams, education and care to those who have no health insurance, are unable to pay for care privately and meet certain qualifications. The clinic meets Thursdays by appointment. Call 352-2032.

The Quit Line a toll-free resource that provides counseling, screening, support and referral services for all Georgia residents 18 or older and concerned parents of adolescents who are using tobacco. Call 1-877-270-STOP or visit www.unitegeorgia.com.

Citizens Inc. is seeking Senior Companions 60 or older to provide care to older adults.

Applicants must meet program requirements to apply. Call 236-0363, Ext. 120 or 121.

Tybee Island Marine Science Center Visit the center to discover the Georgia coast. The exhibits and aquariums are home to more than 100 species of fish, reptiles, amphibians, corals and other interesting sea creatures. Beach Discovery Walks are offered Fridays and Saturdays at 2 p.m. Call 786-5917 for information about current programs. Admission is $4 for adults and $3 for children 3-16. The center is open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., except Tuesdays when it is open 9 a.m. to noon.

Wild Islands & Estuaries Join naturalist John “Crawfish” Crawford aboard Capt. Mike Neal’s Island Explorer on a discovery cruise through Georgia’s tidal creeks and saltmarsh. Look for dolphins, birds, oysters and other inhabitants of the coastal estuary. Venture ashore on Williamson Island, Georgia’s youngest barrier island. Reservations required. Cost is $40. Call 897-5108.

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Researchers at the University of Iowa combined 600 studies covering 72,000 people and found that hypnosis is the most effective way to stop smoking. Call the Alpha Institute. 201-0071.

A pet adoption and fundraising drive is being conducted by Coastal Pet Rescue.

Adoptions in November and December will be rewarded with a free weekend of petsitting from At Home Pet Sitters, adoption treats from Winston’s Bakery, a $10 off coupon for pet first aid and CPR training from the Savannah Chapter of the American Red Cross and coupons and information from Purina’s Rally to Rescue program. Call Lisa Scarbrough at 351-4151 or visit www.coastalpetrescue.org.

Trans Fats: How Bad Are They Really? will be presented Dec. 5 from 6:30-8 p.m. and Dec. 13 from noon to 1:30 p.m. at the Candler Heart & Lung Building, 5356 Reynolds St. The cost is $10. Pre-register by calling 819-6463.

Wanted: CPR and First Aid Instructors The Savannah Chapter of the American Red Cross is looking for instructors. Call 6515371 or send email to daled@savannahredcross.org.

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For information, call 351-4151 or visit www.coastalpetrescue.org.

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Dr. Howard J. Keeley, director of the Center for Irish Studies at Georgia Southern University, will present a lecture, Beyond Cabin and Castle: Dwelling in Ireland after the Famine on Dec. 7 at 7 p.m. in Armstrong Atlantic State University’s Ashmore Hall. For information, call Frank Clancy at 921-5624.

A new website has been launched to help people reclaim lost pets. It is located at www.thepetrescue.com. t

Nature & Environment Blackwater River Paddle Join a Wilderness Southeast guide on Saturday, Dec. 3 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. for canoeing instruction and a trip downstream on the Ebenezer Creek past cypress and tupelo trees. Look for herons, egrets and the noisy kingfisher. Cost is $30 per person. Reservations are required. Call 897-5108.

Dolphin Project of Georgia Boat owners, photographers and other volunteers are needed to help conduct scientific research which will take place one

Readings & Signings A.W.O.L. -- All Walks of Life, Inc.

is a spoken word troupe that hosts an open mic night every third Sunday at the Sentient Bean, 13 E. Park Ave. Free and open to the public.

The Casual Poets Society holds an open poetry reading the second Saturday of the month at 4 p.m. at The Casual Reader bookstore, 1213 Highway 80. on Tybee Island at The Shops at Tybee Oaks. Call 786-7655.

Circle of Sister/Brotherhood Book Club meets the last Sunday at 4 p.m. at the center, 1910 Abercorn St. 447-6605.

The Islands book group discusses thought-provoking literature with a different theme monthly the second Monday at 7 p.m. at the Islands Branch Library, 125 Wilmington Island Rd. 897-6233.

Jewish Cultural Festival December is Jewish Book Month. From Dec. 1-11, guest speakers, Torah study, concerts, Hannukah Happenings and more will be held. A book sale will be conducted in the Jewish Educational Alliance lobby at 5111 Abercorn Dec. 1-16. Rambam will sell children’s books Dec. 12-16. Call 355-8111.

Lunch bunch book group An open book discussion the fourth Wednesday at 1 p.m. at Barnes & Noble.

Participants can talk about any book.

Page turners book group meets monthly to get the scoop on what other adults are reading at the Ogeechee Branch Library, 1820 Ogeechee Rd. Call 232-1339.

Reader’s theater meeting every other Thursday from 4-5:30 p.m. at the South Effingham Library in Rincon. This performance group is a free program for middle and high school students. Call Linda Bridges, children’s coordinator at 826-2222.

Tea time at Ola’s is a new book discussion group that meets the fourth Tuesday at 1 p.m. at the Ola Wyeth Branch Library, 4 E. Bay St. Call Beatrice Wright at 652-3660. Bring your ideas and lunches. Tea will be provided. 2325488 or 652-3660.

Tongues of Fire: erotic poetry will be held the third Monday of each month from 8-11 p.m. at 800 E. Derenne Ave. Poets should stop by by 7 p.m. The fee is $5 general admission and $2 for poets. All are welcome regardless of race, sexual orientation or class. For directions, call 354-1678 or 352-2134.

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certs, Hannukah Happenings and more will be held. A book sale will be conducted in the Jewish Educational Alliance lobby at 5111 Abercorn Dec. 1-16. Rambam will sell children’s books Dec. 12-16. Call 355-8111.

Quakers (Religious Society of Friends) meet Sundays, 11 a.m. at Trinity United Methodist Church, 225 W. President St., Savannah. Call Janet Pence at 652-3496.

Savannah Buddhist Sitting Group meets Sundays from 9-10:30 a.m. at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Savannah, on Habersham Street at East Harris and East Macon Streets, on Troup Square.

Please arrive and be seated no later than 8:55 a.m. Sitting and walking meditation and Dharma talk or reading. All practices are welcome. Newcomers should contact Cindy Beach, lay ordained Soto Zen Buddhist, at 429-7265 for sitting instruction.

Unitarian Universalist Beloved Community Church Affirming the worth and dignity of every person. On Dec. 11, Kathleen Moore will present the Winter Solstice Service, Exploring Ancient Earth Centered Spiritual Traditions. Services are held Sundays at 10 a.m. The church is located at the corner of Houston and Oglethorpe streets. Creating a Peaceable Kingdom is the curriculum for K12 youth in the religious education program.

Call 233-6284 or send e-mail to UUBC2@aol.com.

Unitarian Universalist Church of Savannah A liberal religious community where different people with different beliefs gather as one faith. The church has moved to a temporary home at the Congregation Mickve Israel, 20 E. Gordon St. on Monterey Square. For information, call 234-0980, or send e-mail to uusav@comcast.net or visit www.jinglebellchurch org. The Uncommon Denomination.

Wildwood United Methodist Church invites you to its morning worship at 9:30 a.m. each Sunday followed by Sunday morning worship fellowship at 10:30 a.m. and Sunday School at 10:45 a.m. Wildwood UMC is located at 4912 Garrard Ave. east of the south end of the Chatham Parkway.

Woodlawn United Methodist Church Sunday school is at 9:45, worship at 10:50 a.m. and 6 p.m. 2502 Highway 80, Garden City.

The Service of Compline, “Saying good night to God,” is chanted Sunday evenings at 9 p.m. by the Compline Choir of Christ Church Savannah (Episcopal), located on Johnson Square. The choir, made up of singers from churches around the city, sings in the darkened nave of Christ Church by candlelight. Compline, the last of the monastic prayer services before retiring, is a service in which one is invited to meditate and reflect on the day or week past and then enter into the little death of sleep to rise with hope and thanksgiving for the days ahead.

Women’s Bible Study

Christian Businessmen’s Committee

Savannah Masters Adult Swimming

meets for a prayer breakfast every Tuesday at 6:30 a.m. at Peggy Lynn’s Country Cooking, 3718 Ogeechee Rd. Call 964-4297.

Ekklesia, The Church Do church in a casual and relaxed setting on Saturday nights. Fellowship begins at 6 p.m., praise and worship at 6:30 p.m. in the BSU building on Abercorn between the Publix Shopping Center and the Armstrong campus. Call 596-4077.

at the Women’s Center of Wesley Community Centers. Call 447-5711 or stop by 1601 Drayton Street.

Sports & Games Amateur Adult Soccer Tournament will be held Dec. 10-11 at Chatham Soccer Complex. Teams may compete in any one of nine adult divisions. The tournament is part of the 2006 Soccer Six Tournament Series.

For information, call 843-379-3440 or visit www.adultsoccer.com. is available at the Chatham County Aquatic Center, 7240 Sallie Mood Dr., next to Lake Mayer. Levels are Beginner, Fitness, Triathlete and Competitive. Times are Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 5:306:45 a.m., Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 6-7:15 p.m. and Saturday from 7-8:30 a.m. For information, call Scott Rabalais at 927-7016 or visit www.savannahmasters.com.

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Super 2 Access (After Cancer Cure Evaluation Strategy and Support) is a clinic for children and adolescents who completed cancer treatment at least two years ago. For information, call Pam at 658-2215 or Donna at 667-8943.

at the Oatland Island Education Center. The “Native Animal Nature Trail” features a variety of live animals and landscapes and winds through maritime forest, freshwater wetland and salt marsh habitats. Located 5 miles east of downtown off the Islands Expressway. M-F:9 a.m.-4 p.m. and most Saturdays from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Admission is $3 per person for everyone over 4. 898-3980 or visit www.oatlandisland.org.

Wesley Community Centers offers weekly book discussions of life situations and complexities every Monday at 6:30 p.m. at 1601 Drayton St. All women and teen-aged girls are invited to attend. Stop by the center or call 447-5711.

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Senior companions needed

weekend during the months of January, April, July and October. Must be at least 18 years old. Call 232-6572 or visit www.TheDolphinProject.org.

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Wheelchair Basketball BlazeSports Club of Savannah, a program of The Rehabilitative Institute at Memorial Health Medical Center, sponsors wheelchair basketball. Practices are held each Monday.

Beginners and intermediate players practice from 6-7 p.m. Advanced players practice from 7-8 p.m. Basketballs and sports wheelchairs are provided. Call 350-7268.

Support Groups African-American Women Overcoming Depression and Bi-Polar Disease meets the third Thursday of the month at the Bull Street Library. For information, call JoAnne Wright at 236-0027.

A fellowship of relatives and friends of alcoholics meets Monday at 12:30 p.m. and 8 p.m., Wednesday at 1:30 p.m., Thursday at 8 p.m. and Sunday at 8 p.m. at 1501 Eisenhower Dr. and Tuesday at 8 p.m. at Goodwill on Sallie Mood Drive. Call 5989860 or visit http://all-anonsavannah.freeservers.com.

who have a seriously ill child receiving treatment on an inpatient or outpatient basis. A case manager facilitates the meetings, and a child life specialist provides an arts and crafts activity Meets once a week. Call Donna at 350-5616.

Backus Children’s Hospital Support Group for Parents of Children with Bleeding Disorders meets the fourth Tuesday of every month at 6:30 p.m. at Memorial Health. Call Mary Lou Cygan at 350-7285.

Bariatric/Gastric Bypass Support Group for past and potential obesity surgery patients and their families. For information, call Cheryl Brown at 350-3644.

Better Breathers support group meets quarterly, March 24, June 16, September 15 and December 15, at noon, Conference Room 2, Candler Heart & Lung Bldg. 5356 Reynolds St. Contact Tina Nelson at 819-7340 or Cindy Balkstra at 8198032.

Alcoholics Anonymous

Bipolar Support Group

If you or someone you know has a problem with alcohol, call 354-0993.

John J. Dunn, Ph.D., is interested in hearing from people who want to participate in a bipolar support group. Call 692-1230 after 6 p.m.

Alzheimer’s Caregiver’s Support Group The group is for caregivers, family members and friends of persons affected by Alzheimer’s Disease or other dementiacausing illnesses and meets the first Monday and third Tuesday of each month from 10:30 a.m. to noon in Room 111 of the Skidaway Island Methodist Church, 54 Diamond Causeway. Visit www.alzga.org or call 920-2231.

Alzheimer’s Support Group This monthly support group is for families of persons suffering from Alzheimer’s Disease and other forms of dementia and is held the second Thursday at 6 p.m. at Ruth Byck Adult Day Care facility, 64 Jasper St. Call ahead to reserve a seat. Call Amanda Christenson, 236-0363, Ext. 105.

Amputee Support Group Open to all patients who have had a limb amputated and their families or caregivers.

Call 355-7778 or 353-9635.

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Backus Children’s Hospital Support Group for Parents

Bulloch County Rape Crisis Hotline The Bulloch County Sexual Assault Task Force has announced a new 24 hour/7 day a week hotline staffed by trained volunteers to aid victims of rape, incest and sexual molestation. The number is 912-531-1771.

CASA Support Group This support group is for parents and extended caregivers whose child or children have been involved with DFCS and/or returned to your custody after being in foster care, or who have been given custody of a family member’s child who has been involved with DFCS and/or has been in foster care. The group meets the first Thursday of the month from 6-7 p.m. at Youth Futures Family Resource Center at 705 Anderson St. For information, call Madison at CASA at 447-8908 or send email to madison@savannahcasa.org.

Cancer support group

meets every Wednesday from 11 a.m. to noon in the board room located on the first floor of St. Joseph’s Hospital. 819-2475.

Caring for Us is a support group for caregivers of ill or injured family members or loved ones. Call Kimberlee Mitchell at 350-3399.

Celiac Support Group for anyone with celiac disease who is allergic to products containing gluten, their family or friends. For information, call 5072592.

Citizens With Retarded Citizens Open to families of children or adults with autism, mental retardation, and other developmental disabilities. Meets monthly at 1211 Eisenhower Drive. 355-7633.

Coastal Empire Polio Survivors Association meets the fourth Saturday of the month from10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Candler Heart and Lung Building, second floor, Room 2. Call 352-8383 or 927-8332.

Compassionate Friends Support Group offers friendship and understanding to bereaved parents. It meets the first Thursday of the month from 7-8:30 p.m. in the Candler Heart & Lung Building, Conference Room 2, 5356 Reynolds St. 9255195.

Eating Disorders/Self Harm Support Group A 12-step group for people with eating disorders and self-harm disorders. For information, call Brandon Lee at 927-1324.

Fibromyalgia support group meets the second Thursday from 5:30-6:30 p.m. in Conference Room 2, Candler Heart and Lung Building, 5356 Reynolds St.. 8196743.

First line is an after-hours referral and information line to talk confidentially about birth control. A free service from Planned Parenthood, available nightly from 7 to 11 p.m. at 1-800264-7154.

Full Circle Grief and Loss Center a program of Hospice Savannah, offers the free counseling services for anyone dealing with loss. Call 355-2289.

Gay AA Meeting An Alcoholics Anonymous group for gays meets Sunday and Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. at 307 E. Harris St., second floor. For information, contact Mark at 233-4255.

HIV/AIDS :living with HIV/AIDS? My Brothaz Home is a support group for men meets every Thursday of the month. Come on out and meet other brothaz. 231-8727.

Depressive/Manic support group

Hope House

Open to persons diagnosed with depression. Meetings are held in classroom B in the Surgery Center Building of Memorial Hospital every Tuesday at 7 p.m.

920-0153 or 927-2064

provides supportive housing for single mothers with one child. Please call 236-5310 for information.

Diabetes support group meets the third Thursday at 6 p.m. at Memorial Health in Conference Room A. Call Robin at 350-3843.

Domestic violence community support group SAFE Shelter provides a domestic violence support group every Thursday from noon to 1 p.m. at the Senior Citizens Building at 325 Bull St. Call Brenda Edwards, 629-8888.

Domestic Violence Hotline The Georgia Human Resources Department and Georgia Coalition on Family Violence, have a new number, 24 hours a day. 1-80033-HAVEN

Huntington Disease Support Group meets the last Tuesday at 6 p.m. in the Heart and Lung Building at Candler Hospital, second floor, Room 2. Call Sandra at 9640455.

Journey Through Journaling People whose lives have been touched by cancer are invited to this support group that delves into the creative expression of cancer experiences through journaling and craft activities. The group will meet Wednesday, Dec. 14 from 6:30-8 p.m. at the Cancer Institute Conference Room at Memorial Health. Call Jennifer Currin at 350-7845.

Keeping hope alive while living with cancer meets the fourth Monday from 4:30-5:30 p.m. in the Women’s Services Conference Room at the Center for Advanced Medicine at Memorial Health. Call 350-7845. ◗

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***REWARD***Lost gray dog. Staffordshire Bull Terrier Mix. “Barton” is about 50lbs. Neutered & microchipped. He has a short gray coat with a white chest. Last seen 11/20 in Paradise Park wearing blue harness & collar. He requires medication & needs to come home. Please call with any information. 912220-2902.

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AMAZING 100% Luxury Double pillow-top queen mattress, sealed in original plastic, with warranty. Must move! $350. 912-9669937.

KING PILLOWTOP mattress set. New & factor y sealed with warranty. $225. Can deliver, call 912-964-1494.

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ABSOLUTE BARGAIN 5 piece Cherry bedroom group! NEW headboard, footboard and rails (sleigh), chest & nightstand, still in original boxes. Value $1650. Sell $695. 912-313-2303.

GORGEOUS CARVED sleigh bedroom set.

Solid wood dresser and mirror, car ved headboard and footboard plus a nightstand. All brand new furniture sealed in original boxes. $1300. Can deliver 912313-2303.

FULL MATTRESS SET Absolute bargain!

Factory sealed plush set with warranty. $125. Can deliver, call 964-1494.

MEMORY FOAM MATTRESS Visco memor y foam mattress and box (as seen on T V). NEW sealed in original plastic. $1700 value, selling for $500. 965-9652.

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Pride of ownership shows in this 3 bedroom, 2 baths home.

This home has been completely renovated and offers many extras.

An awesome kitchen with an island and maple countertops, living room with a wood burning fireplace, hardwood floors, brick construction, metal roof and a 1 car garage with ample off street parking. You will truly want to call this home. Offered at $224,500.

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305 W Duffy St. New condo conversion.

Gracious entrance foyer to three residential units with 1 BR each.

Separate street entrance to commercial unit with attached living space. High ceilings, multiple fireplaces, w/d, dishwasher, hardwood floors, ch /a, private porch and off-street parking. Priced from $129,500.00.

Call Don Callahan 441-4416 Mopper-StapenRealty*

1003 Lincoln Street PRICED BELOW MARKET for quick sale. Outstanding restoration work has been completed on this circa 1900 Victorian home. Stunning and spacious Living room, Dining room, tremendous ceiling heights, 4 fire places and beautiful details throughout. Also a fully equipped kitchen for your enjoyment. Second floor rear porch to relax and enjoy your home. As a bonus this property could be used as duplex (Kitchens and meters are in place and ready) investment or owner occupy. Additionally there is a Property Tax Freeze in place.

Offered at $310,000 . Call Don Callahan 441-4416 Mopper-Stapen Realty*

406 E. 35th Street Such a deal – Offered in “As-Is” condition, this 3bdr. 1ba. home is your opportunity to turn it into a showplace. Look beyond the vinyl siding and carpet and you will find clapboard on the exterior and heart pine floors.

Don’t let this one pass you by. Just $139,000.

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1711 East Gwinnett St .

Mid-Century Modern Masterpiece. Built in 1958 this sprawling split level home has vaulted ceilings, terrazzo floors, shag carpet and a redwood sauna.

There is a spacious sunk-in LR w/FP, separate dining room and family room which overlook the rear garden.

Two master suites, two additional bedrooms, 3.5 baths in over 4000 sq. ft.. Owner/Agent $525,000.00 Call Don Callahan 441-4416

524 East Gwinnett St. The Ampersand Inn presents “Up Scale”, fully furnished Condo-Hotels located on Gwinnett Street in the Landmark Historic District. This concept offers the best of both worlds – as an attractive vacation getaway or an investment with revenue when placed with the Inn ’s rental program. Of fering lush landscaping, pool and many more amenities.

Star ting at just $175,000.

Call Don Callahan 441-4416

519 E. 45th Street Great home completely restored with hardyboard ext. and 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths, also an apt with 1 bedroom, 1 bath and fireplace that rents for 900!!!! great tenant too. Lots of extras such as the moldings, stone and marble, fireplace, large closets, and so much more.

Could be 5 bedrooms and 4 baths. Hardwoods though-out and priced to sell at $529,000 Call for a private showing.

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515 E Huntingdon St. Historic district, historic home and best price in the district! Free standing and large kitchen, plus screened porch. 3 fireplaces, restored, heartpine floors, and many extras. 223,900.

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ATTENTION ALL original bands and solo artists; Guitar bar wants you! We are now booking for February 2006.

For more info call 912313-7136.

DINING ROOM GROUP Cherry table and leaf, includes 6 chairs with hutch/buffet. Entire set is NEW and in original boxes. $5k value, sacrifice $1000. Can deliver 965-9652.

CHERRY 4 POSTER RICE BED Queen size solid wood cherry headboard and footboard with side rails.

NEW in box. $999/retail, selling for $399. 9659652.

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Midway LOT - with water to the lot in place! ON A LAKE! 1.5 acres and ready to build! 80,000. 1 Island Dr, and 59 Pineland Rhondda @ Sun Coast Realty 912 507-9800.

223 E Bolton, Condo with 2 bedrooms, 1 bath and finished to perfection.

1080 sq.f t. $269,900. Must see this one!!!.

Rhondda @ Sun Coast Realty 507-9800 W. Broughton Street Condos - 2 left, both with great views and large windows good sq.f t. 289900 and 295,900.

Call Rhondda @ Sun Coast Realty 912 507-9800 Jefferson Commons Be the first to own one of these six - 2 bedroom, 2 bath condos in the heart of the Historic District. Conveniently located close to SCAD. Features 4 fireplaces, spiral stair case, granite counter tops and stainless steel appliances.

Gated, off street parking. $196,000 each Alexander Grikitis 912220-1700 The Coastal Real Estate Group*

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518East Henry Street A duplex in the Historic District close to SCAD. Newly re-done and ready to move in to. Two 2 bedroom, 1 bath units with W/D and all new appliances. In addition, this duplex has cedar closets, new carpet and parking in the rear. $235,000 Alexander Grikitis 912220-1700 The Coastal Real Estate Group*

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407 East 34th Street Arts & Crafts details in this 3 bedroom, 1 bath home. Wood floors throughout, plaster walls and 4 fireplaces.

Located in an area of active restoration and growth. Great single family or convert to a duplex. $175,000 Alexander Grikitis 912220-1700 Coastal Real Estate Group*

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20 Mapmaker Lane Close to beach & downtown. This island home is move in ready w/ a privacy-fenced yard & BBQ porch. It features an open kitchen w/breakfast area, 3 BD, 2BA. Vaulted ceilings & garage. Priced only @ $157,000.

Call Nicole Brinkley. office: 912.352.2747 mobile: 912.844.8696 office fax: 912.352.3747

513 East 36th Street A charming 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath cottage nestled near a park. Offers the closeness of downtown without the price. Recently renovated kitchen and baths.

Great for 1st time buyers or student rentals. $112,000 Alexander Grikitis 912220-1700 Coastal Real Estate

Beautifully appointed 3 bed/3 bath home on 5 +/- acres. Deck overlooking 1 1/2 acre stocked pond, inground pool and Koi pond with waterfall.

Large greatroom, separate dining room.

Jenn-Air cooktop in kitchen with large, separate eating area.

Skylights with remote control blinds. Dentil molding, wood floors.

30 x 50 insulated 3 bay metal building with electricity.

Many extras! $438,000 H4211 Call Latrelle for details @ 658-7777 ERA Adams-Pevey Realty

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518 East Duffy Street A beautiful newly redone home with 3 bedrooms, 1 bath. Kitchen has a sub zero fridge, dishwasher, honed granite counter tops and travertine floors.

The rest of the house has original heart of pine floors, plaster walls in good shape, and 3 fireplaces. W/D included. Currently rents for $1,000 month. $225,000 Alexander Grikitis 912-220-1700 Coastal Real Estate Group*

Beautifully appointed Savannah Grey Brick Home. Custom built by Douglas Leonard. Hardwood floors and ceramic tile. 10 ft ceilings with crown molding. Custom built cabinets & built in bookcases. Golf course lot with private lagoon view. Many extras.

Call LaTrelle for list and viewing @ 658-7777 ERA Adams-Pevey Realty 826-2550 H-4226*

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Beautiful Design & Fantastic View are yours to enjoy in this brick home in sought after Royal Oaks Subdivision.

Open Foyer, Formal Dining Room, Great Room with fireplace, kitchen has custom cabinets, corian counter tops, breakfast bar, 5 bedrooms, 4 full baths, bonus room w/ wet bar.

Guest suite with full bath amenities, romantic evenings to be enjoyed around fireplace in the hearth room. Adjourn to your master suite and relax in the whirlpool bath while the kids enjoy the upper floor with game room and T V area. Rear grilling porch great for the summer dinners with wonderful view. So much more! $419,900.00 Call LaTrelle @ 658-7777

Custom country 3 bed/2bath home on 2 plus acres. Second floor overlooking great room and cathedral ceiling. Front great room features a clerestory that illuminates the open great room. Upstairs master retreat has loft/study that can be converted into additional bedroom. For your personal showing of this lovely property Call LaTrelle @ 658-7777 ERA Adams-Pevey Realty 826-2550 $254,900 H-4309 *

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H-4191* Staged for Country Pleasure; A welcome escape from the city

L I N G S bustle. Three +/- 5 acre lots available.

Lot 1 has a pond. Be the first to choose the one you want.

Call LaTrelle 658-7777, ERA Adams-Pevey Realty 826-2550. Prices starting as low as $35,000. A-4295*

Large 3 bedroom/2 1/2 bath home with great room, heated sun room and large office/den.

Master bedroom has 2 walk in closets and master bath has double sinks with cultured marble vanity and separate water closet. 3 stall barn has tack, feed and tool rooms utilizing approx. 1440 sq. feet.

Pasture is approx 2 1/2 fenced acres and pond is approx 1/3 acre. Call LaTrelle @ 658-7777 for your personal viewing of this lovely property. Offered for only $324,900 H-New. ERA Adams-Pevey Realty

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Investors/First Time Home Buyers 3 bedrooms/1 bath in Desirable neighborhood. Eat in kitchen, separate Dining room, outside storage building and carport.

Owner is a licensed Real Estate Broker. H4201 Call LaTrelle @ 658-7777 $82,900 ERA Adams-Pevey Realty

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Stop renting! 3 bedroom, 2bath double wide in sought after area, offers1680 sq.ft of living area, large lot , 1.61 acres, dining, and family rooms, home warranty and more. $79,999.

Call LaTrelle Pevey 658-7777,

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Beautifully appointed custom built Savannah Grey Brick 3 bed/ 2 bath home.

Hardwood and ceramic tile floors. 10 ft. ceilings with crown molding. Custom built cabinets and bookshelves.

Separate Dining Room.

22 x 33 all brick patio overlooking golf course with private Lagoon view. Many custom features set this home apart.

Call LaTrelle for a personal viewing @ 658-7777 H-4226 $289,500 ERA Adams-Pevey Realty

826-2550 * Beautiful low country on large wooded lot, large bonus, master on main has master bath with double vanities, whirlpool and walk in marble shower.

Kitchen has island, large pantry and bay window. Eating area and screened porch off of kitchen.

Call LaTrelle @ 658-7777 for your personal showing. $282,900 ERA Adams-Pevey Realty

Great 3 bed/2 bath starter home in desirable Rincon neighborhood. Separate L.R., Den, And Country kitchen.

Covered patio and large fenced yard.

Call LaTrelle for your personal showing @ 658-7777

826-2550 H-4310*

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826-2550 H4262 $112,900*

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Beautiful view overlooking 4 th Tee, fairway and lake.

Foyer, Formal D.R., L.R. with f/place and cathedral c e i l i n g s .

3bdrms/2baths,bonus room with walk in attic.

Hardwood flooring.

Spacious master bdrm.

Jacuzzi/double vanities In master bath. Many extras H-4185.

Call LaTrelle@ 658-7777 $299,900 ERA Adams-Pevey Realty 826-2550 *

Welcome to the Country! Build your new home in the peaceful country. 4 lots with acreage between 5.05 and 7.52 acres. in Register, Ga., near Statesboro – Horses welcome - call today, don’t delay. Prices range from $28,000 to $42,000.

Plats are available in the office.

LaTrelle Pevey @ 658-7777 ERA Adams-Pevey Realty

826-2550 A-4239*

tural integrity? Many original features: oak & heart pine floors, 4over-1 windows, front porch, cedar closet & brick fireplace. With 3BR/2BA & 1634sf, it’s a rehabber’s bargain in Ardsley. Reduced to $209,500!

Katherine W. Oxnard, Keller Williams Realty C.A.P. (912) 7043545/356-5001. katherineoxnard@comcast.net ,

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1992 Fleetwood manufactured 3 bed 2 bath home situated beautifully on 6.96 acres 2 of which are fenced in great for your animals!

Landscaped yard with complete sprinkler system. Workshed 20x20 w/concrete floor, and 40x40 carport. All this for only $79,000.

Call LaTrelle Pevey 658-7777.

ERA Adams-Pevey Realty 826-2550 H-4104* Staged for Country Pleasure; A welcome escape from the city bustle. Three +/- 5 acre lots available.

Lot 1 has a pond. Be the first to choose the one you want.

Call LaTrelle Pevey 658-7777, ERA Adams-Pevey Realty

826-2550. Prices starting as low as $35,000. A-4295* Welcome to the Country! Build your new home in the peaceful country. 4 lots with acreage between 5.05 and 7.52 acres. in Register, Ga., near Statesboro ? Horses welcome call today, don?t delay. Prices range from $28,000 to $42,000.

Plats are available in the office.

Call LaTrelle Pevey 658-7777 ERA Adams-Pevey Realty

826-2550 A-4239*

626 East 53 rd Street Hate Bad Renovations?

Want an Arts & Crafts charmer with architec-

514-516 East Bolton Street Downtown No-Brainer!

Charming Historic District quadplex with over 1100sf/unit, strong rental history and a buildable side lot—for less! Property for sale next door: nearly the same price for half the space (and no lot)! A steal at $399,000.

Katherine W. Oxnard, Keller Williams Realty C.A.P. (912) 7043545/356-5001. katherineoxnard@comcast.net ,

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314 West Penrose Drive Room for the Brady Bunch…Or your growing family. Huge brick Colonial offers 4226sf, 6BR, 3 full/2 half baths, mother-in-law suite, eatin country kitchen, barbecue pit, 2-car carport & fireplace. A bargain on the islands! $375,000.

Katherine W. Oxnard, Keller Williams Realty C.A.P. (912) 7043545/356-5001. katherineoxnard@comcast.net ,

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409 Cranman Drive No Hard Stuff The current owners of this well-built 3BR/1BA 1950s ranch have done all the hard work: new roof, windows, siding, appliances, water heater, flooring. All you need to do is move in your furniture and live happily ever after! $130,000.

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1338 East Victory Drive Cute 1 BR, 1 Bath, Eat-in-kitchen w/stove & fridge, hardwood floors, window heat & air units, views of Daffin Park, steps away from Spin City, off street parking. Pet friendly apartment. $525/mo.

1314 East Victory Drive Large 2 BR, 1 BA with separate DR, hardwood floors, C H/A, kitchen with stove and refrigerator and off-street parking.

Views of Daffin Park and steps away from Spin City. Petfriendly apartment. $595/mo.

15 Berkley Place Large 2 BR, 1 Bath, separate dining area, hardwood floors, W/D connections, central H/A, total electric, off street parking.

Quiet neighborhood and close to Montgomery Hall. Pet friendly apartment. $625/mo.

7 East 33rd Street Six short blocks to Forsyth Park. Spacious 2 BR, 1 BA with formal LR & DR, kitchen with stove & refrigerator, hardwood floors, central H/A, W/D connections, large front porch. Petfriendly apartment. $775/mo.

702 Maupas Avenue Large 3 BR, 1 BA apartment in Baldwin Park with formal dining room, breakfast room, sun room, small bonus room, hardwood floors, cenral H/A, W/D connections, small backyard, off street parking. Pet-friendly apartment. $875/mo.

14 -16 West 40th Street In the heart of the Starland District. Beautifully renovated 2BR, 1BA, with formal DR, refinished heart pine flooring, ceiling fans, new bathroom & kitchen with ceramic tile floors, C/H/A, total electric and security system. Separate laundry room, private courtyard and front and rear balconies. Petfriendly apartment. $875/mo. Currently under renovations.

Available January 2006.

1112 East Victory Drive Spacious 3 BR, 2 Bath house with large family room, hardwood floors, central H/A, W/D connections, wrap around porch, small backyard, garage & driveway. Pet friendly home. $975/mo. Available January 2006.

1628 E 51st ST-3bd, 2ba, $1100.00 12 COLUMBUS- 3bd, 2ba, $1200.00

THUNDERBOLT 2612 WHATLEY Unit 11- 3bd, 2ba, $1,000.00 2804 WHATLEY AVE-3bd, 2ba,$1,100.00 2812 WHATLEY-3bd, 2ba, $1,100.00

ISLANDS 6 N CROMWELL RD- 3bd, 2 ba, $1050.00 103 OYSTERSHELL D-12 -3bd, 2ba, $895.00 32 MAPMAKER LN- 3bd, 2ba, appt only$900.00

SOUTHSIDE 129 RED FOX- 3bd, 2ba, $1,250.00 10 PUTTERS PLACE- 3bd, 2.5ba, $1200.00 9 DELMAR- 3bd, 1.5ba, ($950.00) 2 RUSTIC LN -3bd, 2ba, $1050.00 136 BURBANK â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 3bd, 2ba, $950.00

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3115 CASINO An adorable quintessential river cottage located in Historic Thunderbolt.

This home is open, bright, and airy and has been completely updated and offers you separate living/dining rooms, 2 or 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, a large updated kitchen, separate laundry room, storage shed with electricity and a well landscaped and fenced rear yard. It's oozing with charm and only a stone's throw from Historic River Drive. Don't even think twice, call me now! $179,900. Call William at 912-412-5517.

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19 EAST 63RD STREET 4 bedroom, 2 bath home approx. 2,700 sq. ft. Large rooms, balcony overlooking family room with fireplace, large kitchen next to sunroom, large fenced yard, patio with wet bar $1,700/mo.

204B WEST DUFFY 2 bedroom, 1 bath apartment. Open living room, kitchen area, central heat and air, washer/dryer. $650/mo.

315 WEST TAYLOR STREET 2 bedroom, 2-1/2 bath townhome, living room, kitchen with convection oven, side by side, washer/dryer, dining room with columns, garage parking, shared courtyard. $2,025/mo. Free months rent with 12 month lease.

202A EAST GASTON 2 bedroom, 1 bath apartment. Living room, furnished kitchen, wood floors.

Great location near Calhoun Square and Forsyth Park. Available MidDecember. $850/mo. Includes water 230 BULL STREET #1 Spacious 1 bedroom, 1 bath apartment.

Approx. 1,000 sq. ft. Great location. $1,200/mo.

231A ABERCORN STREET 1 bedroom, 1 bath apartment. Living room, furnished kitchen, no pets, great location. $800/mo.

12 WEST TAYLOR STREET APT 2B Studio apartment located off of Monteray Square. Separate kitchen and bath, shared courtyard. Available midDecember. $675/mo.

6007 Waters Avenue Cute Tabby Cottage Former Low Country parson’s house makes a great investment or starter home. Rented for $700 month-tomonth, with original tabby (stucco and shell) exterior, 2BR/1BA, new appliances incl. dishwasher & stackable washer/dryer ,plus large fenced yard with shed. $90,000.

Katherine W. Oxnard, Keller Williams Realty C.A.P. (912) 7043545/356-5001. katherineoxnard@comcast.net ,

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669 East 32nd Street Adorable 2BR/1BA Bungalow in a mature neighborhood.New systems and appliances. House sits on a nice corner lot with a cozy backyard and offstreet parking. Nice location.

Asking $82,900. Could also berented for $700/month.

CALL SHERI OR LORI AT 912-236-1000.

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1507 Grove St Absolutely charming Eastern Victorian bungalow! This move in ready 2BR/1BA home is remodeled with new central heat and air, electric and plumbing system. Fenced in yard great for entertaining. New fixtures and adorable paint job make this a must see property! Great for 1st time home buyer or investor! Move in today for just $85,000.

Could also be rented for $700/month.

Call Lori Judge or Sheri Cermak, Judge Realty 236-1000 *

138 Walz Circle Totally Redone Starter Home or Investment Property. New Roof, paint, tile flooring and door. 3br/1.5ba, eat-in kitchen, large yard.

Asking $126,500.

Call Lori Judge or Sheri Cermak, Judge Realty 236-1000 *

311 W. Henry Completely renovated triplex near SCAD, with great rental history.

Two cottages are 2BR/1BA units and one cottage is 3BR/1BA unit. All new appliances, electrical, HVAC and plumbi n g .

G r e a t Investment! $295,000 Call Lori Judge, Judge Realty 484-1514 *

3107 Waters Ave. Adorable 4BR/2BA brick bungalow in Ardsley Park.

Price includes bungalow and Ardlsey Park Coin Laundry business and building at 3107 Waters Ave. Live in bungalow while you run your own successful business! Won't last! $375,000 Call Judge Realty 236-1000* 307 Briarcliff Circle Windsor Forest Easy walk to Windsor Forest Elementary and Windsor Forest High School! 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, living room, dining room, den and family room. New carpet and garage has been converted into a nice family room. Two car carport and a fenced in backyard with metal

of Richmond Hill

3602 MONTGOMERY STREET Renovated 2 bedroom, 1 bath duplex, central heat and air, washer and dryer connections, all new appliances, carpet with off street parking. $750/mo.

(SCAD Students $650/mo.)

20 E. OGLETHORPE

to bring it's lost splendor back. Hardwood floors, parlors, garage and so much more! Area of active restoration.$224,900 Call Sonja Bannon 441-4470*

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1312 LINCOLN STREET 3 story, 3 bedroom, 2 bath apartment, living room, alarm system, washer and dryer. $950/mo.

316 WEST BROUGHTON LANE 1 bedroom loft apartment. 2 full baths, living room/dining room area, full kitchen, private entrance, skylights, Central heat and air, great chic space.

Available mid-January. $1,500/mo.

1505 Grove St Great investment or starter home!

Charming 3BR/1BA bungalow in the Eastern Victorian District is completely renovated and ready to move in. New fixtures, hardwood floors, central heat and air, electric and plumbing system. Lots of Southern Charm! Offered at just $88,900 Could also be rented for $825/month.

Call Lori Judge or Sheri Cermak, Judge Realty 236-1000 *

416 West 36th Street This 1920 grand home needs your final touch

201 EAST 49TH STREET Lower. 2 bedroom, 1 bath duplex. 2 offstreet parking spaces, living room, dining room, hardwood floors, Available mid-January. $900/mo.

2314 BARNARD STREET 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, living room, kitchen with gas stove, hardwood floors, central heat and air, washer and dryer, small deck. $1,200/mo.

214 Virginia Avenue Charming Gordonston at it's best! This 2BR/1BA bungalow sits on a great corner lot and offers a den, office space, new HVAC and a dressing room off the master bedroom. Only 2 blocks from a great private park. With some minor TLC, you can make this your dream home! Just $175,000 Call Sheri or Sonja at 236-1000*

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Some furnishings for sale.

Call Betty Stevenson at 912-351-0510 or 912-224-5200.* Super Floor Plan 3 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths. Includes extra lot. Midtown 2864 sq. ft. heated. 2 car garage &breezeway. $359,000 Asking price.

Call Betty Stevenson with Prudential at 912-351-0510 or 912-224-5200 * 307 E 51st Totally renovated Ardsley Park home just steps from McCauley Park. 3 bedrooms, sunroom, fabulous kitchen with island is a cook's dream. Fenced yard, deck, off street parking.

It's even wired for sound and has a new roof!

Reduced to $249,000.

Call Lisa Moore at 441-9314 or visit www.morehomesofsavannah.com *

27 E 55th Large Ardsley home with 3 bedrooms and 2 1/2 baths. Open floor plan is great for entertaining, wonderful kitchen with Italian cabinets,Silestone counters, and stainless steel appliances.

Master suite with private sunroom and bath. Only $329,000.

Call Lisa Moore at 441-9314 or visit www.morehomesofsavannah.com *

18 E 41st Starland Design District Classic Victorian beauty with fully restored exterior in area of high interest and active restoration and new construction. Original details abound including restored standing seam roof, and heart pine floors. Buyer to complete interior.

Call Lisa Moore at 441-9314 or visit www.morehomesofsavannah.com *

Join Richmond Hill’s premier community at the lowest cost ever.

1BR/1BA $490 • 2BR/1BA $550 2BR/2BA $570 • 3BR/2BA $640 Clubhouse • Swimming Pool & Sundeck • Extensive Fitness Center Washer/Dryer Connections Modern Decor

1, 2 & 3 Bedrooms

912-756-4870 DPM

505 Harris Trail • Richmond Hill Some Income Limits Apply *Rents Subject To Change

730 E 48th Ardsley Park Great opportunity to buy in Ardsley for less!

Adorable 3 bedroom bungalow with all the details such as wood floors, high ceilings and front porch. This one even has off street parking, a garage, and wonderful courtyard with fountain. A little love and care will make this bungalow fabulous!

Call Lisa Moore at 441-9314 or visit www.morehomesofsavannah.com *

I Dazzling Queen Anne Interior details have been painstakenly restored while kitchens and baths have been updated with all new appliances and fixtures.

This 3,200 square foot home has four bedrooms, three baths, eight fireplaces, new windows, large walk-in attic (could be studio or apartment), hardwood floors and artistic detail. Offered at $574,900. Call Christi Oates 695-5945 or Roberta Carver 5960107.

WE BUY HOUSES House hasn’t sold? Need to sell? Needs TLC? Call today.

Not a real estate agent.

695-7733.

Commercial Property 111 West Anderson St. Superb Commercial space available for Sale or Lease, Located near forsyth park. Aprox. 1500 Sq.Ft, w/ lots of parking.Front and rear access, high traffic area.

Contact: 912-220-1020 Residential & Commercial development potential. 10,500 sq. feet lot!

Eastside Commercial Building 2,600 + sq. feet. Great location. Front and back access, large bay with overhead door.

Offices and baths.

Call Betty Stevenson with Prudential at 912351-0510 or 912-2245200.* Building Lot Eastside 45x110 approximate size. Priced to sell at $30,000.

Call Betty Stevenson with Prudential at 912351-0510 or 912-2245200* Business Only For Sale Parcel Forwarding located at 7082 Hodgeson Memorial Drive.

Priced at $60,000. Make an offer.

Call Betty with Prudentialfor tax info and showing at 912351-0510 or 912-224-5200*

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925 E/ 37th Street Large commercial property. over 13,000 square feet. A lot of potential!

Owner financing available. $175,000.

Call Lori Judge Judge Realty 484-1514.*

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Vacant? Has’t sold yet? Liens, divorce, etc. Let us help, call today. We are NOT agents. Quick offers.

Quick closing. Call 351-0500.

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907 Montgomery St. Adorable Victorian duplex awaits your arrival.

Each unit is 2BR/1BA, hardwood floors, new central HVAC, washer/dryer, new appliances. Walking distance to Forsyth Park. $850/$900 Call Christen at Judge Realty 236-1000.* Wilmington Island 6523 Concord Road Adorable 3BR/2BA House, Large Fenced Back Yard, Hot Tub, 2 Car Garage $1300/month Call Judge Realty 236-1000.* 1315 S.E. 36th Street Newly Renovated 2BR/1BA House with

1505 Grove Street.

Completely renovated charming 3br/2ba bungalow in eastern Victoriandistrict.

Hardwood Floors,

2 - b e d ro o m / 2 - b a t h , HVAC, washer/dryer, dishwasher, screened porch, large yard. Pets negotiable. $900/mo.

(912)667-2928 2409 LOUISIANA. 2/3 bedroom, 1 bath, CHA, fenced yard, $800/month. Call 5965489.

MIDTOWN DUPLEX. 2 bedroom, 1 bath, including all appliances with a washer, dryer, CHA, new carpet. Rent only $450. Deposit only $250. Address 1310 E. 55th St. Call 912-6912201.

HISTORIC DISTRICT (Price & Gaston) 2 bedroom, 2 bath, hardwood floors, CHA, off street parking, Yd, pet ok/dep. W/D, $950.

Call 912-308-8171.

2210 WHITAKER STREET. Three bedroom, 2 bath, washer/dryer, dishwasher, central heat/air, off street parking. $950 monthly/1 month deposit.

Pets negotiable.

Available January 1.

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2210 Atlantic All American 2BR/1BA home, white picket fence and all!

Hardwood floors, new appliances, huge fenced yard, marble accents and all new systems.

Move in today for only $800/month.

Call Judge Realty 236-1000*

1507 Grove Street.

Charming Eastern Victorian Bungalow.

2br/1ba, totally redone cozy home awaits you for $700/month.

Call Christen at 912-236-1000.

Judge Realty.*

TYBEE ISLAND 504 14TH STREET

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107 Whitaker St. Commercial space basement level. Brick walls and unfinished.

4764 sq.ft. in a great location corner of Whitaker and Broughton.

Great investment opportunity. $595000.

Call Rhondda @ Sun Coast Realty 507-9800*

669 East 32nd Street Adorable 2BR/1BA Bungalow in a mature neighborhood. New systems and appliances. House sits on a nice corner lot with a cozy back yard and off-street parking.

Nice location. Move-in today for $700/month.

CALL Christen AT 912-236-1000.

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734 E 48th Street Ardsley Park Coin Laundry Price includes 4BR/2BA brick bungalow at 734 E. 48th St. and Laundry Mat at 3107 Waters Avenue.

Live in bungalow while you run your own successful business! $375,000 Call Judge Realty 236-1000*

If interested in having your home or condo managed short term, long term, or executive furnished rentals call us and we will be happy to find you a tenant. We have many people waiting for rentals right now!!!!

Rhondda @ Sun Coast Realty 912 507-9800 Tybee Island and only 1/2 block to the ocean has some openings for weekend specials.

Walking distance to everything on Southbeach, Only $3

413 East 58th Street Ardsley Park Great spacious 3BR/2BA home in beautiful Ardsley offers over 2,000 square feet of space. Can be made into 4 Bedrooms if needed.

Home has been renovated and features new appliances and large, open floorplan. $1,200/month Call Christen @ 912-236-1000 Judge Realty*

quiet street, close to Downtown. Move-in for $825/ month.

Call Christen at 912-236-1000.

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319 East Waldburg St. Great location near Forsyth Park, SCAD, & Kroger. Newly renovated duplex, 3 bedroom, 2 bath, LR, Large kitchen, washer/dryer, H/W floors, Cen H/A, 2 F/P, Large back Porch, courtyard, and Offstreet parking. $1200.00 Contact: 912-2201020, fvenetico@hotmail.com *

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Newly renovated duplex, across SCAD's Montgomery Hall Bldg. 3 bedroom, 1 bath, Bonus Room, LR, kitchen, washer/dryer, H/W floors, Cen H/A, Courtyard & offstreet parking $850/month Contact: 912-220-1020 or 912-484-5181 fvenetico@hotmail.com * STARLAND DISTRICT. Beautiful 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartment.

Recently renovated, with hardwood and tile floors, hvac, off street

“I know all the dirt in Greater Savannah, Every Square Foot of it!”

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3 bedrooms/1 bath in desirable Springfield neighborhood. Eat in kitchen, separate Dining room, outside storage building and carport.

Owner is a licensed Real Estate Broker. GARELIC# 127150 H4201 Call LaTrelle @ 658-7777 for your personal viewing. $78,000 ERA Adams-Pevey Realty 826-2550

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parking. $950/mo., includes water and trash. 22 1/2 E 39th Street. (912)658-8550

HISTORIC DISTRICT 1310 E. HENRY ST. Four Units Available 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartments, 1200 sqft, separate living room, dining room.

Completely remodeled with Central Heat/Air, Washer/Dryer furnished, dishwasher, fireplace, kitchens by Ikea. Off-street parking, 6-month to oneyear leases. $795/month William 912-412-5517 or Lazaro @ 912-2720382.

1 AND 2 BEDROOM 1BATH Apartments.

Newly renovated, wood and tile floor, appliances include washer/dryer & dishwasher, central heat/air, security doors/bars, porches, pets negotiable.

504/506 E. Duffy St. $740-$820/monthly plus security deposit, water/trash included.

Call 912-247-8216

SUPER TYPE Make your classified ad stand out for only $2.00 extra a week.

Sell it fast with a bold headline in Super Type!

Call 238-2040.*

Condos For Rent LUXURY AND SECURITY! Just renovated 5th floor studio condo with great view of Forsyth Park, private parking, washer/dryer and many other amenities, must see! No pets, available January 1st. $750/month. Call Kathryn 912-484-2104 or 912-234-8824

Roommates Wanted ROOMMATES NEEDED! gourmet kitchen, private bedroom and bath, gated community, community dock, 15 minutes to D o w n t o w n , $600/month. Call 912429-9988 SHARE 5 Bedroom house on Tybee. $400 month. Parking and all utilities.

Alternative lifestyle OK. No pets or drug abusers. 9am10pm, 912-272-8883.

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SPACIOUS 3-BEDROOM apartments, 909/917 Abercorn Street. $750$850/month. No pets or drug abusers.

Available immediately. sliding pocket door, fireplace, hardwood floors, and many extras. Call 912-2728883 VICTORIAN DUPLEX 17 E. 34th St. 3 bedroom, hardwood floors throughout, fenced backyard, garage, CHA, washer/dryer, charming street. Close to SCAD. $1000/month.

5961355.

1-BEDROOM 1-BATH, living room, dining area, all new appliances and carpet, $600/month. Call 912234-0702 or 912-2354799.

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DON’T PAY FOR THEIR MISTAKE An important early step in purchasing a home is to get a lender’s “pre-qualification” for financing. Then you’ll know how much home you can afford before stepping foot into an “Open House.” You’ll also make a strong impression on sellers, because they’ll know that your offer is solid.

Another step to take before you talk to the lender about pre-approval is to get copies of your credit report and review them thoroughly. Smart consumers shop around for the best prices, and you want the best interest rate possible. If your credit report contains errors, you jeopardize your chances for the best rate.

Lenders review reports from The Big Three -

Equifax, TransUnion and Experian - and you should, too. Interest rate tiers are based on your credit score – the higher your score, the lower the rate. The lower the rate, the more home you can afford!

Get a copy of your credit report a couple months before you start looking at homes. Creditors usually have thirty days to correct errors, but give yourself some wiggle room. Verify that the debts are correct and belong to YOU (not someone else at the same address or with the same name).

You’ll be amazed how many doors open for you with a clean credit report and low interest rates. Now you’re ready for some happy house hunting!

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9 • 13 • 17 West Charlton St.

See our listings on the Internet at: www.celiadunn.com email: info@celiadunn.com

234.3323 toll free: 888.810.0143 office:

Nancy Krembs, Realtor

cell phone: 657-4909 email: nancykrembs@comcast.net website: www.celiadunn.com

Christi Oates, Realtor

Where Old Tradition Meets New Savannah! cell phone: 695-5945 email: christi@celiadunn.com website: www.christioates.com !

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Roberta Carver, Realtor

cell phone: 596-0107 email: robertacarver@comcast.com website: www.celiadunn.com

514 East Bryan Historic District

“Traditional Ardsley Home” Lovely restored home near Hull Park, 3BR/2BA, with fenced yard, large deck, Koi pond and detached workshop. Perfect move-in condition! 717 East 56th Street. Offered at $199,900.

Christi Oates, 695-5945.

Charming two-story historic home near Washington Square and Rainbow Row. Features include high ceilings, hardwood floors, four fireplaces, walled courtyard, and off-street parking. Extremely well maintained. Third bedroom can be used as an office or study. Large laundry room.

Den looks out to courtyard. 3 Bdrm, 2 full and 1 half Bath. $559,000.00. Christi Oates 695-5953 or Celia Dunn 234-3323.

Elizabeth Lee, Realtor, GRI cell phone: 844-4741 email:lizlee@celiadunn.com website: www.celiadunn.com

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635 W. 37th St.

216 W. 36th St. – Victorian District

A fully renovated Victorian on a tree-lined street, this fabulous home built in 1920 features three bedrooms, two baths, wood floors and four masonry fireplaces. Many of the original details remain, along with a lovely staircase. Nicely landscaped with a twocar garage. Other amenities include a screened back porch and fenced yard. 3 Bdrm, 2 Bath. $275,000.00. Call Roberta at 596-0107.

Dazzling Queen Anne with traditional gabled roof and curved front porch on tree-lined street in Savannah's Victorian Westside. Many interior details have been restored including returning moldings and pocket doors to their original natural wood and restoring interior gingerbread trim. New features include gourmet kitchen with all new appliances, updated baths, and two new decks overlooking the backyard with plenty of space for parking. This spacious home has four bedrooms, three baths, study with fireplace, breakfast room, bay windows, large walk-in attic (could be studio or apartment), hardwood floors throughout, and eight masonry fireplaces. More than 3,200 square feet of beautiful Victorian charm.4 Bdrm, 3 Bath $574,900.00. Call Roberta at 596-0107.

2509 Alabama Avenue Cute bungalow style house with 3 bedrooms, 1 bath.

Includes separate living and dining rooms, hardwood floors, a fenced-in yard and detached garage. Renovated within the last five years. Owner/Agent $88,300.

Elizabeth Lee 844-4741.

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388 BELTED KING FISHER LANE Magnificent estate-sized lot on the 6th fairway of the Ogeechee Golf Club at the Ford Plantation.

Heavily wooded 2.93 acres priced far below appraised value.

Court order forces sale.

Price reduced.

Nancy Krembs 6574909.

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505 HARTRIDGE STREET A must see! Fantastic 2BR/1BA single family home in the Landmark Historic District. Vaulted ceilings, beautiful hardwood floors, gourmet kitchen, private back yard w/ deck, and offstreet parking. Walk to everything. Better than a condo at a condo price! $245,000. Nancy Krembs 657-4909.

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135 BULL RIVER BLUFF DRIVE Waterfront resort living at this price? Fabulous views of the pond, lagoon, marina, river and marsh!

2BR/2BA, new HVAC and kitchen appliances. 1st floor, no steps. Wonderful screened porch and deck.

Pristine condition. Hurry!

Won’t last! $179,500.

Nancy Krembs 657-4909 or Monica McGoldrick 667-7407.