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Volume 5, No. 19, February 1, 2006 On the Cover: Regina Carter

News Cover Story

6 Regina Carter@the Lucas

Feedback 7

Letters to the Editor IN ill ill

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News bits from around town

City Notebook

Free Speech 10 Remembering Lake Mayer Jane Fishman 11 Turning crime upside down

Cover Story 6

Blotter 12

From SPD reports

News of the Weird 14 Strange but true Earthweek

15 This week on your planet

Culture HoTHo Cuisine 16 Tradewinds coffee & ice cream Art Review

City Notebook 9

Art Patrol

19 ‘Faces of Folk’ 20 Exhibits & openings

Connect Recommends 22

Cuisine 16

23 Local gigs a la carte

February

Good Show Will Travel 25 Regional concerts Soundboard 26 Who’s playing and where

Now Showing 28 All the flicks that fit

The 411 Week at a Glance

Art Review 19

5 Our best bets for cool stuff to do

Happenings 31 All the stuff, all the time Free Will Astrology 43 Rob Bresny’s look at your stars

Classifieds Weather 15 News from the sky Sudoku Puzzle 43 It’s all the rage Crossword Puzzle 40 Mental fun

Recommends 22

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

Friday 3rd Bill Richardson

(Covering everything you know from the last 30 years)

Saturday 4th Jacey Falk & The Revue (Jazz & Blues with one of Savannah’s finest vocalists)

Friday 10th

Buddy Corns Band

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William Bartram and the American Revolution on the Southern Frontier What: The Georgia Historical Society will present this lecture by Dr. Edward J. Cashin, Jr., an expert in early American history. When: Feb. 2 at 7 p.m. Where: Hodgson Hall, 501 Whitaker St. Call: 651-2125.

Sexual Assault -- One Victim’s Story

What: A four-day roundup of events leading up to the Superbowl, including trip giveaways, live music, poker and more. On Saturday and Sunday, there will be a brunch and vendor booths. Also on Sunday, there will be an oyster roast, an outside stage and, of course, the game. When: Feb. 2-5. Brunches Saturday and Sunday from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Where: Coach’s Corner, 3016 E. Victory Dr. What: The February SCAD gallery hop will include: Many and Varied, a faculty photography show at Alexander Gallery, 868 Indian St.; Natural Call: 355-9410.

Selection: Curtis Bartone and Dale Clifford at Pinnacle Gallery, 320 E. Liberty St.; Play, ceramic exhibit at Red Gallery, 201 E. Broughton St.; and Street Snaps, photography exhibit by Arturo Soto at May Poetter Gallery, 342 Bull St. ShopSCAD at 340 Bull St., will be open. Shuttles run between galleries; refreshments served. Participants may join the gallery hop at any of the stops. When: Friday Feb. 3 from 5-7 p.m. Cost: Free. ◗

Friday, Feb. 3

2nd Annual Psychotronic Film Festival

Ebony Fashion Fair What: The 48th Ebony Fashion Fair, Fit to be Fabulous, raises scholarship funds for SSU students. When: Feb. 3 at 8 p.m. Where: SSU’s Tiger Arena.

Cost: $20, which includes a oneyear subscription to Ebony or a six-month subscription to Jet. Call: 356-8456.

AASU PianoFest 2006 What: Pianist Jody Graves performs.

PianoFest also will feature a master class

What: Vivaldi’s Gloria will be presented by the choir of Lutheran Church of the Ascension and Savannah Country Day’s Upper School Strings Chamber Ensemble, directed by Paula Swart.

Soprano Heidi Bindhammer will be joined by soloists Del Weeks, Chris Kidwell and Edie Hockspeier. When: Feb. 5 at 4 p.m. Where: Lutheran Church of the Ascension, 120 Bull St. at Wright Square. Cost: Free, although an offering will be taken to support the church’s mission in Haiti.

Monday, Feb. 6

Coach’s Corner Super Fest 2006 XL (all weekend)

What: Nightly pre-show drawings for door prizes donated by local businesses. Event continues Friday night with Be Here to Love Me, a documentary about the late Texas songwriter Townes Van Zandt. A 1978 Australian horror gem, The Long Weekend, will be screened Tuesday evening.

Cult classic, Superargo vs. Diabolicus, made in Italy in 1967, will be presented Wednesday night.

When: Seating for films starts at 7:30 p.m. and all movies begin at 8 p.m. Where: The Sentient Bean, 13 E. Park Ave. Cost: $6. Call: 232-4447.

Classical Music Concert

with Graves, a piano workshop and solo performance competitions. When: Grave’s recital is set for Feb. 3 at 7:30 p.m. Winners’ recital will be Feb. 4 at 5:30 p.m.

Where: AASU Fine Arts Auditorium. Cost: Tickets for the Graves recital are $5, admission to the winners’ recital is free. Call: 927-5381.

Saturday, Feb. 4 2006 Black Heritage Festival What: A festival, Downtown Welcomes the Black Heritage Festival, will feature musical entertainment and food vendors. When: Feb. 4 from 2-5 p.m. Where: Reynolds Square at Abercorn and Congress streets, near the Lucas Theatre. Cost: All Black Heritage Festival events are free.

Children’s Winter Video Series What: Watch as Humphrey the humpback whale is helped to find his way back to the sea, and tour the Science Center’s mammal collection of whale bones, teeth and baleen. When: Feb. 4 from 3-4 p.m. Where: Tybee Island Marine Science Center.

Cost: $4 adult, $3 for children 3-16. Call: 786-5917.

What: Susan Kendrick Cash, a victim in 1985, shares her story. When: Feb. 6 at 12:15 p.m.

Where: AASU Science Center, Room 1402 Call: 927-5324 or e-mail hansenli@armstrong.edu to reserve a seat.

Council on World Affairs What: A program entitled Iraq and Beyond: Broadening the U.S.-U.K. Partnership will be presented by Sir Eldon Griffith, founder and director of Chapman University’s Center for International Business, a former UnderSecretary of State at Britain’s Department of the Environment and Margaret Thatcher’s Conservative Party spokesman on European and NATO issues. When: Feb. 6 at 8 p.m.

Where: Coastal Georgia Center, 305 Fahm St. Cost: $5 for guests, free for members of the Savannah Council on World Affairs.

Call: Christopher Scott at 398-1727.

African-American Men’s Health What: Louis Sullivan, MD, founding dean and first president of Morehouse School of Medicine (MSM) lectures as part of the Black Heritage Festival. When: Feb. 6 at 6 p.m. Where: Marsh Auditorium at St. Joseph’s/Candler—Candler campus. Cost: Free.

Tues., Feb. 7 Rehabilitating Juveniles What: William Jelani Cobb, PhD, assistant professor of history at Spelman College in Atlanta and this year’s W.W. Law Lecture speaker, will address the issue of the restoration of rehabilitated juveniles and young adult first-time offenders into mainstream society. Part of the Black Heritage Festival. When: Tuesday, Feb. 7, 6 p.m. Where: Beach Institute, 502 E. Harris St. Cost: Free. ◗

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What: A public forum will explore the experience of Chatham County’s growing Hispanic population. Panelists will share observations and insights based on their own experiences. When: Feb. 2 from 7-9 p.m. Where: Unitarian Universalist Church Fellowship Hall, located on Troup Square, at the Macon Street entrance.

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FROM STUFF SMITH to Stephane Grappelli to Jean-Luc Ponty, jazz musicians have used the violin’s unique bowed sound, its freeing lack of frets and its warm yet piercing tone — often described as the closest of all instruments to the human voice — to great effect.

But history may remember Regina Carter as the best of the lot. Drawing from jazz violin tradition as well as adding new touches of her own — particularly in percussive technique -– the Grammy nominee has released five critically-acclaimed CDs in addition to numerous collaborations with other artists, and continues to tour the world in front of large audiences.

She plays this Saturday evening at the Lucas in honor of the Savannah Black Heritage Festival.

Perhaps the greatest honor bestowed on Carter was being chosen in 2001 to play the legendary “Cannon” violin, once owned by the great Niccolo Paganini himself. The Guarneri masterpiece, nicknamed for its unprecedented volume and boomy tone, was gifted to the city of Genoa, Italy, upon Paganini’s death in 1840.

In a gesture of solidarity after the Sept.

11 attacks, city fathers chose Carter herself to play the instrument in December of that year — a rare occasion for the pampered and closely guarded national treasure, even rarer for the fact that Carter is a jazz musician. The experience inspired Carter to record an entire album devoted to the Cannon’s former owner, Paganini: After a Dream, in 2003.

We spoke to Carter last week by phone.

Connect Savannah: You’re in Savannah the night before the Super Bowl will be held in your hometown of Detroit. Are you zipping back to Motown for the game?

Regina Carter: No, I don’t really live in Detroit anymore. I guess they’ll just have to play the game without me (laughs).

Connect Savannah: As a classically-trained violinist, you actually came to study jazz comparatively late in life. What turned you on to that style?

Regina Carter: It came at a good time for me. I wasn’t exposed to jazz at all until high school, when I heard Carla Cook and some friends of mine talk about Eddie Jefferson, Sarah Vaughan and Ella. Then I went to see Noel Pointer, Stephane Grappelli and Jean-Luc Ponty. Grappelli

was the first live jazz concert I saw as a teenager. That showed me there was something else to study besides European classical music. Jazz has this sense of freedom that I find very attractive.

Connect Savannah: You’ve said that classical music features more improvisation than most people realize.

Regina Carter: Well, baroque music does, classical really doesn’t. There are definitely elements of improvisation in baroque music, which you can see, for example, in early works by Telemann and Bach.

Sometimes the only part that would be written completely was the figured bass, and it was just known that you would be improvising the melody. If you look at the Bach partitas for violin, they’re all meant to be improvised.

Connect Savannah: After Sept. 11 you were chosen to play Paganini’s “Cannon” in Italy. Tell us about the moment you found out you’d be the one to play it.

Regina Carter: My friends were really instrumental in setting that up. It wasn’t that Genoa was out looking for a non-classical player to play that violin. I had just finished recording Motor City Moments, which John Clayton had written the string arrangements for. Once his friends heard the rehearsals, somebody said, “We should try to do that concert in Italy.” So they proposed the idea to the powers-that-be in Genoa. It was a long process. When they said yes, I was in disbelief.

Connect Savannah: There was a lot of hoopla surrounding your introduction to “The Cannon” itself.

Regina Carter: Well, when you think about it, with a 250-year-old violin they do have to be careful. But it was funny how they brought it to me in Genoa. The violin got its own car, with police lights flashing and its own security. But I guess it does need that.

It’s a very valuable instrument. It obviously can’t be played all the time, but on the other hand, vibration has to be constantly be going through a violin, or the wood chokes up and it can sound terrible. A balance has to be there.

Connect Savannah: How did they like a jazz musician playing that instrument?

Regina Carter: After I played the violin, one of the violin keepers said he actually preferred me playing it as opposed to a classical player. He said I respected the violin more. When you play jazz, it’s a lot of light bow strokes. It causes less damage to the violin than heavy-duty concerto bowing, where you tend to get a lot of bow nicks and you’re really digging into the strings.

Connect Savannah: Middle Eastern music has featured a wide variety of bowed stringed instruments for centuries. Have you delved much into those ancient Middle Eastern or Asian styles?

Regina Carter: No, not a whole lot. It’s certainly nothing I’ve studied, anyway. And that’s strange, because I come from Detroit, which has the largest Chaldean population in North America.

In New York City I got a chance to work with some Middle Eastern singers. Those are some really hard scales. They’re so different from ours. Even a half-step that we would think sounds out of tune actually belongs to a scale. It’s definitely challenging.

Connect Savannah: And in some scales the notes change depending on whether you’re ascending or descending the scale.

Regina Carter: Yes. But you know, I’ve got enough dealing with the ones we’ve got here (laughs). But I love all styles of music.

It’s nice to hear all those strings in Middle Eastern orchestras. It’s really beautiful.

Connect Savannah: My daughter is taking violin class at her school. What advice do you have to help the very young player?

Regina Carter: You have to expose her to as much violin music as you can. If she’s into hip-hop, for example, there are some really good hip-hop violinists out there. You should expose her to every style that incorporates violin — Irish fiddle, bluegrass, blues, Arabic, everything. You never know what’s going to inspire her. And there’s nothing you can tell her. Just expose her to a lot and she’ll find something on her own.

Connect Savannah: What’s next for you?

Regina Carter: I just finished working on a new project, coming out in June. It’s music from the 1920s through the ‘40s. I now have a clarinet player and an accordion

player, with vocals by Dee Dee Bridgewater and Carla Cook. It’s a big departure for me, because I’ve had percussion the whole time.

Connect Savannah: You feature a lot of percussive technique in your own playing.

Where does that come from?

Regina Carter: If I didn’t play the violin I’d be a percussion player. I guess it first came from me just mimicking other instruments. I use those techniques now, whether it be in bowing or using the back of bow — which is actually a technique called col legno. I’m basically imitating sounds I’ve heard.

One thing I’ve never done is ask another musician how they do something. I don’t ask other violinists how they do things. I believe that everybody should just come up with their own idiosyncrasies.

Connect Savannah: You’re playing in honor of Black History Month. Are you totally behind the concept or are you more in Morgan Freeman’s camp on that?

Regina Carter: A little of both. I do agree with Morgan Freeman when he asks, why just have black history relegated to one month that we celebrate? But then again, I also believe we need to start somewhere.

First of all, our history needs to be correctly taught and correctly put in history books. So much history — not just black history — has been rewritten and rewritten wrong. A lot of people don’t want to own up to their responsibility for some of the ugly things that have happened to build this country. The first step is for them to own up to their wrongdoing. Which is not going to happen (laughs).

But I’m certainly not going to say I’m not going to participate in Black History Month. It’s very important for me personally. It’s important whenever I can to teach and learn and to celebrate my own culture.

And hey -- it’s a festival and I’ve got a chance to come to Savannah and play! ◗

Regina Carter performs this Saturday, Feb. 4, at 8 p.m. at the Lucas Theatre as part of the Savannah Black Heritage Festival.

Tickets are free, but as we go to press they have all been reserved. However, any empty seats at 7:50 p.m. will be given to those waiting in line.

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Negative columns about crime issue aren’t helping

Kitty Strozier was dearly loved and will be missed

Editor, How nobly global and idealistic is that new buzz phrase raised by the Bush administration: “spreading democracy.”

And how ironic it is as well. Really, it’s more like shredding democracy, considering the constitutional crisis created by the Bushites. continued on page 8

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Editor, Regarding Jane Fishman’s “Singing Kitty’s song, one last time”: Thank you for the article about Kitty Strozier. She was so dearly loved by so many and it was great that you re-visited parts of her life that I’d forgotten, especially about her running off with the gypsies when she was only five.

I wasn’t able to see her before she passed away, but your story put me in the room with the others on her last night, and I was grateful for that. Jenny’s description of her “taking a jump” to somewhere was inspired.

Without exhaling her last breath, perhaps she took some of the breath of her friends with her to that other place where we will all join her one day.

So many of us will miss that raucous laughter, full of such poignant perceptions. I loved to drink scotch with her and talk ‘til the cows came home while listening to K.D. Lang.

If you went to Elaine’s website, the photograph you see of her with Dewberry is mine from the early ‘80s when she and I were kicking ass in the fashion world.

My memories from those days, among many others, will warm me until I’m old.

Kitty is largely responsible for the confidence I found in myself as a solid artist.

Knowing her was not only empowering, but joyous beyond words.

Nancy Heffernan Tybee Island

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Editor, The columns of Nadra Enzi, such as that of Jan. 18, remind one of the story about the Frenchman who saw the Empire State Building for the first time.

“Oh, it’s beautiful,” he exclaimed. “It reminds me of sex.”

“But why,” said the puzzled tour guide, “should a tall building remind you of sex?”

“Of course,” the Frenchman replied, “everything reminds me of sex.”

In Enzi’s case, the subject is white guilt, and one more chance to be the poor victim in an unfair world.

It seems to me that if such people truly wanted the best for their community and were concerned about crime, they would welcome the renewed interest in the subject, whatever its origin.

They would then work with Mayor Otis Johnson and others to make Savannah a better place for all its citizens.

He even sneers at black churches, a constructive force in the community from Martin Luther King’s era to the present.

In the recent MLK Day Parade it was wonderful to see people of all races marching together for justice and brotherhood.

As to profiling, how about the victims of crime? It seems that the more prosperous you look, the more attractive your home, the better your chances of being a statistic.

Also, if it is true that we did not do enough in the past about black-on-black crime, then it would seem that increased police protection in all neighborhoods now would be welcome.

As for why this did not happen sooner, a few other things have been going on also.

We have the controversial war in Iraq which has claimed the lives of more than 2000 American servicemen and women and the lives of countless civilians; a killer storm in the Gulf states and a bungling government response; and arguments about when federal anti-terrorism measures are unconstitutional.

There is never any mention in such columns about the people of all races who helped end segregation and are still working for a better city.

Surely Connect has some writers who can go beyond their personal prejudices to make some constructive and fair suggestions on the subject.

The suggestion of Alderman Tony Thomas that we raise taxes to pay for more officers and better salaries might be one place to start.

Margaret W. DeBolt

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In George W. Bush we have a president who has been unchecked in his over-reaching the bounds of the Constitution, so much so that he threatens to undermine and even destroy the legal foundation of democratic law.

Like charity, democracy begins at home. Trying to foist a system of government on another land while underhandedly stripping away democratic laws here in America qualifies Bush and company not as “spreaders” but “shredders” of democracy.

Al Gore’s recent speech in Philadelphia served as a clarion call to all who respect the Constitution and love liberty.

Gore’s main focus was on Bush’s push for “unitary” or unilateral executive power. The very kind of unbalanced power that the Constitution sought to proscribe by establishing three branches -- the legislative, judicial and executive -designed to be co-equal in power, each respecting the other’s authority.

Gore did get in one of the “I” words -investigate Bush, but he did not openly call for the ultimate of “I” words -impeach Bush for his overreaching and abusing executive power, which is really what is called for.

What the unitary theory of executive power espouses is tantamount to imperial control, naturally a far cry from democracy. The problem we’re faced with is that the GOP-led Congress has been largely subservient to Bush, so subservient that Congressional oversight duties have too often been sorely absent and neglected, leaving Bush both unchecked and unaccountable in grabbing for more and yet more power.

The litany of abuses of executive power and incompetence that Bush is guilty of is appalling -- really, it’s frightening to recite: 1) Deceiving the nation into going to war; 2) Approving of prisoner abuse and torture; 3) Unleashing a record of well over 200 “signing statements” disclaiming the need for his honoring the very laws he just signed, as he did with the McCain anti-torture bill; 4) Circumventing rights to attorney and trial; 5) Pushing Patriot Acts I & II that strip away civil liberties; 6) Fear-mongering; 7) Mishandling two hurricane disasters;

8) Taking cronyism to the extreme, appointing incompetent personnel; 9) Pandering to corporations like pharmaceutical companies in their profiteering from and messing up Medicare; 10) Squandering a budget surplus, transforming it into a colossal deficit; 11) Reversing decades of environmental progress and refusing to acknowledge and take action against global warming.

As if that list of abuses were not enough grounds for impeaching Bush, there now comes news of unwarranted surveillance through wire-tapping and spying on Americans without court orders, clearly contrary to the law regardless of how Bush tries to rationalize it. Illegal spying has been ongoing for four years, perhaps even on a massive scale.

Bush has even refused to desist in spy operations, insisting that he is justified in doing so because of his wartime executive rights along with a few other flimsy rationalizations.

To worsen matters, the Supreme Court is about to be turned over to a right-wing majority that favors the unitary theory of giving preference to the executive branch.

Nominee Samuel Alito, who appears certain to be voted to the Supreme Court by the Republican majority, openly subscribes to the unitary theory in spite of his giving lip service to respecting constitutional law. Alito’s prior voting record reveals that he favors executive privilege and overriding authority.

And finally we the people have not roundly and soundly enough opposed the steady eroding away and now outrageous shredding of the Constitution.

We must stand up, speak out and act against this onslaught of fascistic authoritarian control sweeping the land.

If the Constitution is to have a prayer of surviving this current crisis, we must see to it that the upcoming 2006 election breaks the spell of GOP domination by voting neo-cons and their lackeys out of office and voting in representatives and senators who are progressive, pro-democratic and respectful of the Constitution and the rule of law.

Yes, it is time we realize that our democratic system of government is under siege by those who would reshape it into an oligarchy.

And it is time we take action to resist and defeat this movement toward authoritarian control.

William H. Strong

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The Celia W. Dunn Realty Co., which celebrates its 25th anniversary this year, has joined the Sotheby’s International Realty network.

The company has offices in Savannah and Bluffton, S.C., and will now do business as Celia Dunn Sotheby’s International Realty.

While Sotheby’s does list exclusive luxury properties, there has been a change in its policies, Dunn says.

Sotheby’s now accepts more moderately priced listings, too.

“If a homeowner lists with us, their property will go on the Sotheby’s website as well as ours,” she says.

Dunn was affiliated with Sotheby’s from 1981 to 1994, but says the company is better today than it was then.

“They have a young, enthusiastic team, from the CEO on down,” she says.

“I contacted other Sotheby’s affiliates who very strongly encouraged me

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Mayor Otis Johnson began last week’s State of the City address with what he called “City Civics 101.”

Explaining our system of city government versus other forms, Johnson was blunt in saying he had no power over the departmental structure of our city -- as he has no authority to hire, fire or even direct the operational functions of any department.

Those are the functions of City Manager Michael Brown, the mayor said.

After a presentation by Brown on crime statistics and the progress of city developmental projects, the meeting was again dominated by the mayor, who spoke about crime and what he hoped would be the beginning of a course of action to get a handle on the situation that he admitted was out of control -- a situation that needed to be addressed with action rather than rhetoric, he said.

The major observation by this reporter is that Mayor Johnson said more with what he didn't say than by what he actually spoke.

While many people in the crowd vented their frustrations during the Q&A session at the conclusion of the meeting, perhaps significantly acting police chief Willie Lovett was never brought to the stage to address the audience’s concerns.

Johnson stressed that he is in favor of the police department “hiring the best-qualified person for the job, whether that person is Mr. Lovett or whether that person is not Mr. Lovett.”

-- Gene Witham

kids kept the ball just over mid-court and jumper, his back to the floor, in one of didn’t advance to the basket. the most extraordinary athletic feats this Jordan’s squad lay back and play was observer has ever seen. frozen, the crowd restive, agitated. Then, In the third quarter, Beach’s defense with an almost imperceptible motion of held and they pulled ahead 36-23. But a two fingers of his right hand, palm up, few minutes later, after John McClain hit Jordan signaled his players to advance a three-pointer from the corner, and engage.

Savannah High was just one point down.

Jordan’s a big man, a fine basketball All the while Coach Jordan was cool player himself and former Savannah High on the sidelines; he said a word here or football coach. He there, patted a player off the floor, may start off the quietly gave way to his assistants. evening with a suit “One of the keys is never let them see jacket, but that’s you sweat,” he said. generally thrown In the last quarter Savannah High aside for his shirt pulled away to 49-42, then 53-47. Casey and red susMitchell dunked and swung on the rim penders. (Don’t and the crowd let out a roaring “Oooo.” apply to be a At 59-54, a Beach player made one coach or assistant foul shot but stepped into the lane on his coach for either of second, which he made. But the ref disthese teams unless qualified it to the outrage of Coach you’re a heck of a Williams. Confusion reigned, but the ref’s dresser.) call held with a score of 59-55 with two The squad minutes-plus to go.

Jordan has to work The Blue Jacket crowd, who’ve been with is loaded with through tough closings with Beach, Top, Mayor Johnson; raw talent -- John called out “Defense... defense!” middle, Michael Brown; McClain, Casey With 36 seconds left, Beach was bottom, the crowd lines Mitchell, Seth within four, 63-59. Then time-outs, the to become affiliated with Sotheby’s up for questions Hallet, Rashard score at 65-61, then 66, then 67-63 with again,” Dunn says.

Armstrong, four seconds. John McClain hit one of “I feel real estate has become more Kenneth Bigham, Norris Rumph, Kevin two foul shots -- 68-63 and it was over. competitive. Sotheby’s is a luxury Williams.

When asked how he would have felt if network with a strong organization.”

Beach matches them man-to-man Beach had taken it from Savannah at the -- Linda Sickler with James Fields, Keith Whitman, end, Jordan answered, “You just have to Markeith Cummings, Ledaris Green, play hard and smart and let the chips Musa Abdullah and Josh Shelton. fall.” ◗ A Beach player dove and glided over -- Ben Hubby Savannah High defenders like a high After losing to cross-town rival Beach High School in the Holiday Classic basketball tournament this past December, Savannah High came into the Jan. 24 rematch with a 17-6 record to Beach’s 20-3.

Beach -- a very disciplined team with lots of talent and well-coached by Frank Williams and assistant coaches Ken Mitchell, Jack Grant and Kevin Smith -was favored.

Before a packed and partisan house, Beach pulled ahead early, at one point leading 24-9. Instead of passing around Beach’s tight press, Savannah High players tried to dribble.

It didn’t work. Beach was sharp, aggressive, Savannah High sluggish, seeming overwhelmed. At the half it was 26-21.

Savannah High’s Tim Jordan is a different kind of coach, letting his assistants Baker Bryant, George Jackson and Ashanti Graves manage the team minuteto-minute. Jordan is off to the side, quiet, undemonstrative.

At time-outs he crouches down, his players gather round, and he tells them what he’s seen since their last huddle.

And they pay attention.

At the tail end of the games with Groves a couple of weeks ago, in order to draw Savannah High to foul or open up holes in their defense, the Groves Top, Savannah High’s coaching staff talks to players during a time-out; ben hubby

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by Kathleen Graham

In memory of Lake Mayer

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My huckleberry friend, now surrounded by a sprawl of concrete and asphalt I’D HAVE TO SAY that change is good. It’s also inevitable, especially for a city like Savannah, which has for years been in the throes of a massive transformation.

Most of us are delighted with the development of Broughton Street, the renovation of old homes and hotels, the vitality of City Market. Development for this area has been a blessing.

I’d also have to say that some changes are not so good. Development begins to look more like encroachment.

Parts of our city have abandoned their natural charms and mutated into grotesque shapes: mall-shaped, dealership-shaped, shopping plaza-shaped, hotel-shaped, restaurant-shaped and other clichéd contours.

Savannah is River Street and SCAD, the Juliette Gordon Lowe House and The Lady and Sons. It is tourists and trolleys, horse-drawn carriages and cemeteries, books and movies.

But for those of us who don’t live north of Forsyth Park, Savannah is a great many other things. For me, a native of the Southside, Savannah is Lake Mayer.

Lake Mayer and I grew up across the street from one another. Like a friendly neighbor I’d often visit the lake, and like good friends we watched each other grow and mature. The lake offered me an escape from the noise of the city and my life, from school and work obligations and from private and public concerns.

In return I kept her resident ducks well fed and cleared away the fast food rubbish that had begun to spoil her

handsome face. We looked after one another.

When my parents came house-hunting on this side of Savannah 23 years ago, the presence of Lake Mayer partially influenced their decision to move into our neighborhood. I graduated from the lake’s swing sets to its tennis courts and eventually became a veteran of the track.

I accepted that Lake Mayer’s growth could no more be Lake Mayer’s ubiquitous geese manage to roll with the changes stopped than my own, and I watched as hockey rinks replaced In the years since the road’s dusty bike trails and runners made room expansion, the unpleasant smell of for rollerbladers. Overall, I’d say these exhaust, the incessant whirr of traffic, were good changes. In any case, they increased duck fatalities and car wrecks drew more people to the park. at its intersection with Sallie Mood have But only recently have I come to been some of the more impressively reflect on the cheerless changes around dismal developments. the lake, changes so irreversible in nature Years after the expansion of that they’ve permanently disfigured the Montgomery Cross Road, it must have lake’s beauty and serenity. been determined that the two Wal-marts What’s more, the changes were so on Abercorn were not meeting the needs gradual as to remain almost invisible to of Savannah’s shoppers. The apparent me for years. Today I look around and solution to this consumer crisis lay in a ask, “How did this happen?" useless lot of trees in the Sandfly area, In a time long ago, Montgomery Cross trees that were eventually razed to make Road was an uneventful, two-laned street room for a bigger and better Walmart and bordering one side of the lake. Like the its enormous parking lot. At least the bulk fate of most small streets in a growing of traffic streaming in from Montgomery city, it was eventually widened from two Cross Road would have plenty of places lanes to four. to park.

More recently, the extension of Harry Truman Parkway to and beyond the Cross Road has dumped more SUVs, more motorcycles and more whining ambulances onto Lake Mayer’s southeastern corner.

The rest of the parkway’s north-south traffic flies by in a mind-numbingly monotonous buzz. I imagine most people at Lake Mayer don’t even notice this background noise anymore; or else I bet newcomers to the Lake never knew of its quiet and peaceful past.

Unlike its blessed sister downtown, the Southside’s facelift has been a curse -- cosmetic surgery gone awry.

Expansion and development here seem less about aesthetic appeal and more about gratifying the needs of motorists and shoppers.

Inevitable, I suppose. After all, I’m a motorist too.

But I still grieve for my ailing neighbor, and every time I return home, I visit with my sick friend and appreciate all the more her enduring beauties: herons hunting along her banks, children riding bikes around the track, a vibrant sunset, the recurring faces of neighbors and strangers still loyal to the Lake.

Lake Mayer may not be the heart of Savannah, but it found a home in the hearts of many Savannahians.

Unfortunately now, when I think of escaping, I often escape to downtown.

At least there’s a parkway to take me there. ◗

Kathleen Graham is a local freelance writer. To comment, e-mail us at letters@connectsavannah.com/. And yes, “Montgomery Cross Road” is the correct name of the road.

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term used by our well-read mayor to describe how the little things can make a big difference (like a security guard watching soap operas), a concept popularized in a book by Malcolm Gladwell -is not about police officers giving traffic tickets to cars facing the wrong direction on the street.

It’s not about police officers sitting in parking lots writing out reports in triplicate or talking on cell phones.

It’s not about police officers congregating between shifts in precinct offices.

It’s not about creating more study groups with less teeth.

It is about visibility, intent, momentum.

It’s about turning things upside down.

Can we talk here? Because whatever we’re doing - which, by the way, does not look like anything we haven’t been doing in the ‘60’s, the 70’s, the 80’s or the 90’s - it’s not working. It’s dead in the water. Admit it and move on.

For my money -- and I suppose some of it is my money -- I say lose the triedand-true precinct offices that are locked up tight as a drum and totally unreceptive to citizen participation.

Decentralize them and relocate them to the neighborhoods. Put a police car in front of them, live in them. Make of them a beacon of help.

Take one of those abandoned houses -- even though city manager Michael Brown reported with a straight face that there are only between 100 and 200 truly vacant and dilapidated houses in the city, a figure I really question since in my neighborhood alone I could point to at least six -- and turn a few of them into a neighborhood precinct office, the kind that stand out like a sore thumb.

But that might be tough. Because I sense that deep down, behind their blues and under their bulletproof vests, police officers are afraid of the punks, the rowdies, the sentries standing on the streets. Police officers and everyone else.

Next town hall meeting, that’s the message I’d like to hear from the mayor to the police and to the people, you and me included.

You see some rogues on the street?

Stop and talk to them. Pull out a map and ask for directions. Ask why they’re not in school.

Tell them you’re thinking of moving to the neighborhood. Ask their opinion of crime.

Hang out with them. Discourage their business. Vex them. ◗

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IN SAVANNAH, TALK OF CRIME continues. And maybe that’s the rub.

Not the crime part.

It’s clear. it’s here.

I’m thinking about the talk part. Also clear. Also here.

“Is it really true?” people from parts outside Savannah ask me, especially after dozens of papers across the country picked up Russ Bynum’s wellcrafted Associated Press story (“Putting the Midnight Back in the City of Good and Evil,” as one headline read). “Is Savannah really that bad?”

If nothing else, it’s vexing -- a favorite word of Mayor Otis Johnson, a description he used multiple times during last week’s town hall meeting to describe the city’s poverty rate (an astonishing 22 percent), the city’s drug problem (driven by supply and demand but “Guess what?” he asked rhetorically, “No one at the bottom of the heap is flying airplanes or buying yachts.”).

And yes, the city’s crime problem.

Vexing. Very, very vexing. Hard to argue with that. I do have some things I could argue with, however.

Like more drug rehab facilities. There aren’t enough. We need to lobby as hard for this as we do for more jails.

Like the presence of big employers at the town hall meetings, people from SCAD, Memorial Health Center, Gulfstream. We need their input.

Like standards for people who work for the city. They aren’t high enough.

Do you like going into a city office, seeing the guard watching soap operas on a small television, having to wait for the scene to pass for her to say, “Second floor. Walk. The elevator doesn’t work”? I don’t. If she or her can’t stand the boredom, get someone who can.

Do you like sitting in a city office, reading a sign asking you to put away your cell phone while listening to the person behind the desk using the very same instrument?

You want to talk vexing? How about the term used in the evening’s colorful and well-designed literature (and in the city’s printed literature) to describe our police force, a term used so often you might think of it as a Karl Rove-originated party line.

That term? “Aggressive policing.”

Huh? The nerve! If what we’re seeing is aggressive policing, then Bob’s your uncle and, by the way, do you want to buy a bridge? Because I have one to sell you.

Aggressive policing to me -- the kind that would result in “the tipping point,” a

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from recent Savannah/Chatham Police incident reports

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DETECTIVES HAVE charged Tito Flores Vega, 48, with one count of murder in the arson death of an unidentified man on Savannah’s west Side. The victim is a Hispanic male in his 40s, about 5`2, 135 lbs. The evening of Jan. 22, police received a call indicating that someone may have been trying to set fire to old tires at an abandoned business. Responding officers found the building at 5601 Ogeechee Road engulfed in flames.

Southside fire crews worked to control the blaze. An eyewitness detained Vega until police arrived. A search resulted in the body being found in a back room.

• While patrolling downtown, an officer observed a minivan on Atlantic Boulevard near Bolton Street which resembled a stolen van. The officer observed that the driver was not wearing a seat belt, in violation of Georgia law. The vehicle made several turns, “not speeding but also not pulling over”. As the van pulled up to the stop sign at Gwinnett and Waters, the officer activated his siren. The driver accelerated and made a right turn, failing to stop. It turned west onto Waldburg Street and pulled to the curb. The officer was just arriving at the driver’s door as he was attempting to get out of the vehicle. The suspect said he didn’t see the officer. He was asked to turn off the vehicle and he complied. The suspect was asked for a driver’s license, but said he didn’t have one. At that point “the officer detected the odor of marijuana on the driver”. The officer then handcuffed the suspect and advised him he was being detained. Two other officers arrived and the suspect was checked for weapons. An officer asked the suspect “about a bulge in his pants.” The suspect “stiffened as the officer pulled at the front of his pants.”

At that point, the suspect began to turn violently from side to side. He was taken to the ground and pinned down. The officers “discovered two large bags of drugs on either side of his genitalia.” A large amount of marijuana and cocaine was discovered.

• Police were called to the 1200 block of Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard one afternoon in reference to a suspicious person. A woman at the scene advised police that a man in his mid to late 40s approached her on MLK at Duffy Lane.

She said the suspect grabbed her by the jacket and pulled her down the lane.

She said the suspect said to her, “C’mon, c’mon, let’s go!” The woman

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said she started screaming and the suspect fled south down MLK then east on Henry Street as she was calling police. The woman said that she was not injured from the attack. The suspect was wearing a white turtle-necked sweater, dark pants, dark hat and classes.

• A report of a disorderly person at a Gwinnett Street grocery was received.

Upon arriving at the scene, officers encountered a woman who was sitting on a bench inside the store and refusing to leave. She was eating her recently purchased groceries. One of the officers asked the woman to leave because she was eating in the store and becoming disorderly. The second officer also talked to the woman, who became loud. “You can’t take me to jail!” she said. “I’m not going anywhere.

You are violating my civil liberties.” The woman then created a scene by yelling and carrying on. She was placed under arrest for disorderly conduct. Because the woman had several bags of groceries and the arresting officer knew the jail would not accept them, he released the woman on subpoena and transported her home.

• An officer running stationary radar on Highway 80 clocked a driver who was going 94 miles per hour in a 50mile-per-hour speed zone. The officer attempted to stop the vehicle, which finally stopped at Walthour Road. As the officer approached the driver, he could smell a strong odor of alcohol on his person and breath. The officer asked the driver if he had been drinking any alcohol. The man replied, “Yes, I did.” The officer then asked if he would submit to a portable breathe test and the man agreed. As he exited his vehicle, he had to hold onto it to steady himself. ◗

All cases from recent Savannah/Chatham Police Department incident reports.

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Light at the End of the Tunnel Even with the nation at war and casualties mounting, some Pentagon officials evidently believe that one way to reduce military families’ stress is to teach them to laugh. Its “laughter instructor,” retired Army Col. James Scott, holds therapeutic sessions around the country with National Guard families that feature walking like a penguin and blurting “ha ha hee hee and ho ho,” according to a January USA Today story. Said Scott, “The guiding principle is to laugh for no reason (which is) one of the reasons it works so well for military families.”

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Compelling Explanations After her 11-year-old son was suspended for twice bringing a loaded handgun to school, Linnea C. Holdren, 43, said the matter was pretty much beyond her control. “I can’t lock up his guns,” she told police. “They belong to him, and he has a right to use them whenever he wants to use them.” (The boy was expelled in January, and Holdren, who is a teacher at her son’s Shickshinny, Pa., elementary school, has been charged with felony endangerment.)

Denmark’s government ruled in 2001 that institutionalized citizens have the right to have sex and that caregivers must even take them to visit prostitutes.

(Prostitution is legal in Denmark.)

According to a January dispatch from Aarhus, Denmark, in London’s Observer, Mr. Torben Vegener Hansen, 59, who has cerebral palsy and lives at home on government assistance, is challenging the government also to pay for prostitutes to make house calls, claiming that he is unable to have sex manually because of his illness and must be accorded this “human right” by a service similar to the government’s meals-on-wheels program.

Scotland Yard agreed in January to pay the equivalent of about $52,000 to London police Sgt. Leslie Turner to settle Turner’s claim that the reason he failed in a 2004 assignment was that he had been “overpromoted” to the job because he is black. Turner said he had been given a

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job as a guard for Prince Charles, and then for Camilla, the Duchess of Cornwall, without adequate training and, as a result, made mistakes that caused him to be reassigned.

Science on the Cutting Edge Two physicians, in a December note in the Canadian Medical Association Journal, wrote glowingly of the ability of the Super Soaker Max-D 5000 squirt weapon to quickly and safely loosen severely impacted ear wax (knowledge learned from an emergency use when no standard earsyringing equipment was available). In fact, they wrote, since the Super Soaker holds much more water than the standard equipment, using it would actually shorten patients’ office visits. (However, the Super Soaker was obviously not anticipated for medical use; its awkward design assured that patient and doctor would be drenched by excess spray.)

“The Island of Dr. Moreau” Comes to Life: (1) Recently opened archives in Moscow show that in the 1920s, Soviet dictator Josef Stalin ordered his top animal breeding scientist to create interspecies “super warriors.” Stalin’s half-men, half-apes would be “invincible,” “insensitive to pain” and “indifferent about the quality of food they eat.” (2) The Associated Press reported in October that Japan’s Nippon Telegraph & Telephone Corp., in the course of videogame research, is developing a joystickcontrolled headset that disorients humans and makes them move in certain ways (a benign “virtual dance experience,” according to one researcher, with potential uses such as keeping the elderly from falling).

Researchers for Finland’s Helsinki University of Technology’s Air Guitar Project recently demonstrated software

that allows a player’s finger movements along the imaginary instrument to be set to music from a library of guitar sounds.

According to a November New Scientist report, the virtual guitar hero wears special gloves, allowing his gestures to be tracked by camera. Researcher Aki Kanerva expects players even to develop a distinct air guitar style.

People With Issues In January, a parrot named Greeny inherited a half-million-dollar property in Boulder County, Colo., through an elaborate trust fund after its owners, Patricia Borosik, 49, and (a man with essentially four first names) Paul James Stewart Scott, 54, committed suicide. If Scott had lived a few more days, he would have had to report to court to be sentenced for offering $13,000 to two underage girls to have sex with him and then to asphyxiate him with a pillow.

Least Competent Criminals Not Cut Out for a Life of Crime: (1) Three men who police say stole a car in San Jose, Calif., in October and drove it to Chico, Calif., were arrested in Chico when police caught them trying to break into that same car because they had locked the keys inside (or thought they had, since Chico Officer Jose Lara said he found the keys in one of the men’s pockets, after all). (2) Adam Ruiz, 29, was arrested in Buffalo, N.Y., in January after he showed up at work as a trainee at the same Burger King he had allegedly robbed the week before (strengthening the conclusion that crime certainly does not pay if it pays less well than burger-flipping.)

Recurring Themes More Courtroom Defendants Employing Ridiculous Legal Theories:

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Gregory Ignatius Armstrong, 42, was indicted for bankruptcy fraud in Greenbelt, Md., in December for claiming in all seriousness that he is a sovereign nation with unlimited contract powers and is thus owed $500,000 in copyright royalties by anyone who uses his name (in one case, by his Postal Service supervisor who wrote him concerning absences from work). And Oliver Clifton Hudson and Gregory Banks refused to attend their federal drug-conspiracy trial in Baltimore in November because they deny that the government has jurisdiction over their “flesh and blood.” Hudson, for example, said the indictment against him was void because it listed his name in all capital letters, when the correct designation is “Oliver Clifton: Hudson.”

No Longer Weird Adding to the list of stories that were formerly weird but which now occur with such frequency that they must be retired from circulation: (75) People who are so enticed by the money they can make selling scrap-metal copper that they break into electrical substations to steal wire, at night, and touch the wrong thing, as the man did in Bellmead, Texas, two days before Christmas. (He “never even knew what hit him,” said a utility employee.) (76) And animals in mating season (especially deer) that crash into homes and storefronts in their crazed search for sex, as did deer that appeared in January in an Evansville, Ind., video store and an Arkansas City, Kan., elementary school.

Even a Broken Clock Is Right Twice a Day A Saratoga Springs, N.Y., telemarketer perhaps saved the life of an 85-year-old man in Ridott, Ill., in December when she happened to dial his number. The man had fallen the night before and spent the night outside freezing. Suffering from hypothermia, he had struggled to crawl back inside, and, although still unable to make an outgoing call, he managed to pick up the ringing phone and ask for help. ◗

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World’s Smallest Fish shows the mountain has produced explosive eruptions as often as Mount St. Helens in Washington State, although not quite as powerful.

Drought and Anthrax An outbreak of anthrax is adding to the deaths of endangered Grevy’s zebras in Kenya, where a scorching drought has already been killing them and other wildlife. Officials at the Samburu National Reserve warned that the narrow-striped zebras there are dying from the bacterium at an alarming rate. Samburu is home to most of the 5,000 Grevy’s zebras believed to remain in the wild. According to a report prepared by the Kenya Wildlife Service and the African Wildlife Foundation, an acute form of equine anthrax began appearing in Samburu zebras in December as the drought evaporated water holes and allowed anthrax spores in the cracked soil to be carried by the wind.

Researchers from Singapore say they have discovered the world’s tiniest fish in the steaming peat bogs of Sumatra. The latest diminutive addition to the catalogue of wildlife is called Paedocypris progenetica and is a distant cousin of the carp, according to the scientists from Raffles Museum of Biodiversity, publishing their findings in a journal of the United Kingdom’s Royal Society. The smallest adult specimen captured by the team was a mature female that measured just .31 of an inch from nose to tail. That makes it not only the world’s smallest fish but also the smallest vertebrate as well. Being so small, the fish can survive extreme drought by seeking refuge in the last remaining puddles of the wetland. But they are now threatened by deforestation, draining of the peat bogs for agriculture and increasing wildfires that are destroying their habitat, the researchers warn. ◗

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An ancient pagoda in northern Thailand was damaged by a magnitude 5.7 earthquake, centered near the country’s border with Burma. The abbot of Wat Mahawan, in Chiang Mai’s Muang district, said he was worried that the pagoda could collapse because cracks in the building caused by old age had lengthened following the tremor.

• Earth movements were also felt in Vanuatu, Taiwan, India’s Andaman Islands, eastern Bulgaria, Croatia, metropolitan Johannesburg, the Colombia-Panama border region and southern parts of the San Francisco Bay Area.

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The global warming trend continued during 2005, with NASA scientists 3.6 saying the year may have been the hottest since reliable 3.7 weather records began in the late 1800s. The years 1998, 2002, 2003 6.3 and 2004 followed as the next four warmest years, according to the agency. Other researchers had said 2005 was the secondwarmest ever recorded, based on data through November. But climatologists at NASA’s Goddard Institute for Space Studies say their hottest ranking was due to inclusion of data from the Arctic.

And while there are only a few reWeek Ending January 27, 2006 porting stations there, NASA says the region experienced unusual Turkey isolated thousands of villages and warmth during the year. The previous left many without electricity or telephone undisputed warmest year was 1998, when service. a strong El Niño ocean warming added to the global heat. NASA researchers say that what’s significant about 2005 is that Australia’s northwest coast was global warmth returned to about the level briefly threatened by high winds of 1998 without the influence of an El and flash flooding from Cyclone Niño.

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FOR AN ICE CREAM SHOP that opened in October, Tradewinds Ice Cream and Coffee Shop on Whitemarsh Island has been remarkably busy.

Owners Mat and Debbie Spinks offer specialties such as the Big Kahuna Ice Cream Cookie, butter pecan waffle cones and old-fashioned milk shakes and malts. On the warm side, they have all types of coffee, cappuccinos and mochas, teas, chai and hot chocolate.

For the health conscious, there are fresh fruit smoothies. If you’re hungry, there are muffins, croissants and cookies, plus soups are served from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. daily.

“People were really excited we were opening,” Debbie says. “We heard it every day, which was very nice. It’s nice to be needed.”

Debbie worked as a restaurant manager in California, and Mat was a yacht captain who also had worked in restaurants in the past.

To get started, the couple hooked up with the National Ice Cream Association, attending a conference in San Diego.

“They’ll be having their convention in Savannah this year, in November at the DeSoto Hilton,” Debbie says.

The decision to open an ice cream shop came about because of the need for one to serve the islands. “Who doesn’t like ice cream?” Mat asks. “The coffee was after the fact.”

The atmosphere at Tradewinds is a cozy one. Mat and Debbie did the decorating themselves.

“We wanted to have a place people would remember going to so they would want to come back,” Matt says.

Bamboo from the Bamboo Farms and Coastal Gardens was used to frame the menus hanging on the walls. Driftwood recovered from the Savannah River was used to make a decorative sign post.

Mat and Debbie created a bar from a large piece of driftwood that has been coated in lucite. Some gold coins from a toy store were embedded inside for added interest.

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The ice cream, all 24 flavors, is made right in the store. One recent custom cake was made in the shape of an Airstream travel trailer.

“We do a lot of Christmas cakes, and we also sell ice cream by the pints or quarts,” Debbie says.

The coffee served at Tradewinds is Cafe Campesino coffee, roasted in Georgia, organic and fair-trade certified.

“We know where the coffee comes from,” Mat says. “We’ve been to the roaster.”

The couple moved to Savannah from Los Angeles last year. “Both our families are on the East Coast,” Debbie says.

“When we came here, we immediately fell in love with it. We decided this is where we wanted to be.”

Being able to hang over and look at the ice cream selections in the ice cream is a big part of Tradewinds’ charm. The Big Kahuna has proved to be very popular, although it’s so big some customers can’t finish it.

“We bake the cookies here,” Debbie says. “The customer picks the ice cream and we make the sandwich for them.”

Special sundaes are offered each week too, And of course, Tradewinds offers that old favorite, the banana split.

Sometimes, you just have to have icecream. “We actually sold ice cream one morning at 7 a.m.,” Debbie says.

Although October is rather late in the year to open an ice cream shop, Mat and Debbie are glad they did it that way. “It enabled us to get everything in place and running well and having our wheels on track before summer,” Mat says.

“I can’t imagine opening in March or April,” he says. “Things have been great now. We’ve really been busy.” ◗

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grinning “Portrait of a Friend”; again, in the looser brush strokes of Rudolf Bostik’s enamel and food coloring portrait, “Green Lady.”

There are, in fact, only two works here that seem to display no discernible influences or interest in flick-of-the-wrist paint handling: Michael Banks‚ “Good Boy, Bad Boy,” a large, flat face with a halo and protruding tongue, and Harriet McGee’s very strange shadow box, “Eve in the Big Garden”, in which the naked Eve, a bird in her hand and accompanied by a tiger is partially buried by a mass of carefully cut out, three dimensional layers of paper grass and leaves.

Influences and painterly skills are not what one expects from folk artists, usually thought of as untaught in the arts and generally uneducated. In the past, they were left alone with only their internal vision as inspiration, and they created artworks from their special place “outside” the mainstream culture, which dealt with the human condition in vital and serious ways.

Early Modernism broke with Some work from ‘Faces of Folk,’ clockwise from upper left: Matt Sesow’s ‘Father of the Bride’; Rose the European Fine Art tradition by Walton’s ‘Saint Lucy’; Gabriel Shaffer’s ‘Three Souls’; and mixed media by Cher Shaffer consciously borrowing from the arts of other cultures, from Asia artist outsiders, Clementine Hunter, born If, in these times, the real outsider is and from African tribal art and then from 1886; Sam Doyle, born 1906, and Howard normalized out of existence, perhaps it is the marginal works of the rural poor and Finster, born 1916. Each started painting painting itself that is being marginalized. the institutionalized.

Looking at the folk art websites, it is But influences abound now for the folk in old age and worked in isolation, as if they were the only artists in the world. incredible how much painting is being artist too, and are mostly unavoidable and At least in the paintings on view, they all done by those termed “folk artists”, and always reciprocal. All visual information paint by filling in their figures with flat dipping into the glossy art magazines, it is circulates freely, whether we want it or color, a naive style. interesting how very little painting is being not, and is picked up and used by all I have a controversial opinion that done by those in the so-called Fine Art artists, sometimes unconsciously. work done in secret, not originally category.

I have googled all nine artists and with intended for exhibition or sale should The mainstream of contemporary art is the exception of two, they appear on folk probably remain that way. Looking at now dominated by technological art that art gallery websites. All of them belong to these works, one can’t help feeling that is very expensive to produce. So perhaps two post-war generations. Half are now in something of their meaning has been those who continue to want to daub their fifties, and half are in their thirties. destroyed by overexposure, publicity and canvas with colored mud need to be sideThey are all literate, educated, and lined into the lesser market of folk art. ◗ have been exposed to mass media -- mag- market speculation.

Even before he died, Finster was azines, books, TV and film. And since at referred to as “Folk art’s first superstar,” a The Hurn Museum is at 1015 least two of them have degrees in non-art Whitaker St. Call them at 234-7322. Our death-knell if ever I heard one. As Michel subjects, the folk artist criteria of “selfresident art critic Bertha Husband is a Thévoz has written of outsider art, “It taught” must here be merely defined as native of Scotland who has studied art at really seems as if, like Orpheus, Western not having attended art school.

Oxford University and Ruskin School of culture is doomed to destroy whatever is In contrast to this story, there are - or rather whatever was -- strange, merely Fine Art. She has an MFA from the School works on display in another gallery at the of the Art Institute in Chicago. by gazing at it.”

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IN ONE OF THE SMALL galleries reserved for intimate, temporary exhibitions at the Hurn Museum, there are currently showing twelve works by nine artists under the title of “Faces of Folk.”

In a variety of sizes, styles and media the viewer is confronted with the theme of portraiture. The works have been carefully chosen from emerging artists in the Museum’s collection, and what initially stood out for me was the overall painterly accomplishment, experimentation with media and clearly modernist influences that were apparent, and that we generally do not expect from artists labeled, “folk.”

For instance, Rose Walton’s acrylic portrait of St. Lucy recalls the stylized faces of early Modernism’s famous outsider, Modigliani: oval, melancholy, elongated faces, long necks, small mouths and empty pupil-less eyes. This saint’s story is that she removed her eyes and presented them to an aggressive suitor who wouldn’t take “no” for an answer. In Walton’s complex vision, the two eye pupils have been removed and yet seem to reappear on the chest. A strange doubling of eyes/breasts that seem to be a recurring theme in Walton’s work.

And something of Van Gogh’s portraits comes to mind in front of Della Well’s pastel, “Yes, Mama. I’m Being a Good Girl”, particularly in the attention to face and patterned sweater and in the crude drawing of the hands resting in the subject’s lap.

A hint of De Kooning’s series of women from the 1940s is evident in the violent slashing and impasto of Matt Sesow’s “The Father of the Bride.” Here the subject glares out at the viewer through grinding teeth in a gashed mouth that extends beyond the contours of the face.

In fact, the painterly, expressionistic gesture dominates this show. It is there in the scrubbing paint application of Cher Shaffer’s mixed media, “Self Portrait (Looking into the Light)” and in the few disciplined, Chinese-like brush strokes that make up Carrie Knowles‚ serigraph “Morning Tea”; it is there in the mass of ballpoint pen graffiti marks that cover the forms in Gabriel Schaffer’s mixed media, three-headed portrait, “Man With Three Souls”, and in the multitude of fine brush strokes that build up Eric Legge’s

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SCAD Gallery Hop -- Friday, Feb. 3, 5-7 p.m., in four college facilities. Free and open to the public. Shuttles will run between the galleries and refreshments will be served. Participants may join the gallery hop at any of the stops.

February’s gallery hop features: “Many and Varied” Faculty Photography Show, Alexander Gallery, 668 Indian St.; “Natural Selection: Curtis Bartone and Dale Clifford,” Pinnacle Gallery, 320 E. Liberty St.; “Pull” ceramic exhibition, Red Gallery, 201 E. Broughton St.; ShopSCAD, 340 Bull St.; Arturo Soto: “Street Snaps,” May Poetter Gallery, 342 Bull St. Black Heritage Exhibition at Starland -This exhibition will follow the theme of the 17th Annual Black Heritage Festival "Our Sons, Our Future". Features Charley Palmer, Luther E. Vann, Lee Ransaw, Christopher Freeman, Wendell Smith, Amiri Farris, Elliott Stiles, and Napoleon Wilkerson. Opening reception First Friday Feb. 3, 6-10 p.m. at Starland Gallery, 2428 Bull St. Two Pale Josephines -- New work in oil and mixed media by Laurel Hausler.

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include a Roundhouse collection and graphic/abstract prints. Through midMarch; free admission.

Group Exhibition-- Show at Gallery 440, 440 Bull St., features eclectic work by Fran Thomas, Jorge Alvarez, Barbara Jones, Jill Chafin and others.

Valentine’s Trunk Show -- Refreshments and art at MDH Designs, 41 Habersham St., Feb. 3-4, 10 a.m.-8 p.m.

Meryl Truett -- New photographs exploring the vernacular architecture of the American South, at Rosewood Studio and Gallery at 113 Oglethorpe Ave.

Allison McElroy moves to a larger, more two-dimensional format with her recent work, now on display at Gallery Espresso 'Perfect Soundness' -- Paintings and drawings Allison McElroy, through Feb. 9 at Gallery Espresso, 234 Bull St. Reception Thurs., Feb. 2, 6-8 p.m.

‘The Anti-postcard Show!’ -- Paintings by Lind Hollingsworth and photographs by Michael Ellison through Feb. 28 at the Hospice Savannah Art Gallery, located at Hospice House, 1352 Eisenhower Dr. ‘Pull’ -- This exhibition featuring the work of nationally known artists and several

SCAD professors opens at the Red Gallery, 201 E. Broughton St., Thurs., Feb. 2. “Pull" showcases artists who use a vast array of materials to evade dimensional definition; artists include Don Porcaro and Leslie Wayne, Kip Bradley, Tom Gattis, Yves Paquette and Amy Norgaard.

Roger Surprenant -- Photography on display at Moon River Brewing Company at 21 West Bay St. and Angel's BBQ at 21 West Oglethorpe Lane. Exhibits

JEA Art for February -- Paintings by Stacie Albano will be on display this month at the Jewish Educational Alliance, 5111 Abercorn St. Gallery 209 Artists -- Deborah Auleatha Mueller is featured artist in February, exhibiting raku and stoneware at this gallery at 209 E. River St. ◗

Art Patrol is for rotating shows, exhibitions and receptions. Send your art info to jim@connectsavannah.com

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‘I just jumped ship, and we left’

Louisiana saxman Jeremy Davis brings a taste of New Orleans jazz to our area

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Northern part of the state. Contrast that with here. It’s wide open.

“I used to live on the road, playing 250 nights a year. That was great at the time, but these days, I’ve got a 3-year-old and a pregnant wife, and I wanna be able to go play a show, have a blast, drive home and sleep in my own bed, you know? So, after visiting here for several years in a row, I just jumped ship, and we left.”

Nowadays, Davis is gigging as often as he can with his new quartet of tenor sax, drums, upright bass, and either piano or guitar. They’re diving deep into hard bop – a type of straight ahead, early Miles Davis-style jazz that’s mixed with a bluesy backbeat. It’s the kind of bag that iconic greats like Grant Green and Horace Silver are known for – and it can be quite easy to dance to.

“That’s an issue with a lot of jazz players,” admits Davis. “They don’t want people to dance. But I started out playing James Brown and Tower of Power funk. We understand.” ◗

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Still, they made it, and soon Davis had jumped into our local jazz scene with a vengeance, sitting in with the area’s better players, and eventually gigging out with his own small combo under the name Equinox Jazz Ensemble – a holdover from the Equinox Jazz Orchestra, his highly-regarded 20-piece big band back home in Monroe, La., That group still exists, despite the hardships suffered by many members, and Davis heads back a few times a month for gigs, but these days he’s much busier establishing himself here.

He says he finds this market more exciting – and more lucrative – than the one he left. That may strike some as odd. A jazz musician finding better gigs than in and around New Orleans? Davis swears it’s so.

“You have to understand: New Orleans – and Louisiana in general – is a bit of an island when it comes to live music.

There’s not really a whole lot of culture in my

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EVER SINCE HURRICANE KATRINA trashed the Gulf Coast, the media has offered up countless stories of displaced artists and musicians from that most fertile of creative environments.

Their diaspora makes for a wonderful story, and one of the few positive developments to come from such a mindnumbing tragedy: The rich cultural heritage of both the Mississippi Delta Region and New Orleans, broken into small pieces and scattered throughout these United States. One can’t help but wonder what inestimable and welcome ramifications can come from this.

In towns large and small, far and wide, Cajun musicians, Creole cooks, blues guitarists, jazz singers, and other emissaries of vibe are adding spice to the local nightlife wherever they land.

It’s tempting to think of bandleader Jeremy Davis as one such piece of cultural confetti, since the Louisiana saxophonist arrived in Savannah in the immediate aftermath of that mighty wind.

However, it turns out he and his had already planned to relocate here.

They just unwittingly picked a very bad time to bottle up and go.

“We were scheduled to move the day before Katrina hit,” he recalls.

“We were already on our way out, and ran right into the biggest traffic jam imaginable!

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Monthly no-alcohol and no-smoking One of the brightest shining lights on acoustic showcase for locals and the often-underrated Atlanta indie-rock nationally-known touring scene, A Fir-Ju Well are bad to the bone. acts, featuring legendary Imagine a trashy, slightly low-fi pastiche songwriter Steve Gillette of White Album Beatles Garth Brooks, John grooves and har(G Denver, Nanci Griffith, monies, Shins-like Waylon Jennings, and guitar textures, and Kenny Rogers have all the “just what are they on?” whimsy of cut his tunes) with Cindy Mangsen. Also middle-period Flaming Lips. When it’s not on the bill: Austin, Texas’ Matt Williams, everyday a band a singing guitarist emerges that seems to (originally from S.C.) really bust their colheavily influenced lective ass to remain

by Dylan, Randy unique and memorable Mighty M Newman and Al cFly in an increasingly trite Green; and the genre, shouldn’t you local husband and wife duo of make a point to show up Bob & Judy Williams (no relation to Matt) and support the ones who that helped found the Savannah Music do? Sat., 8 pm, The Sentient Bean.

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When this world-famous dance club Fri., 7:30 pm, Wesley Monumental United icon last played Savannah in 2004, more Methodist Church (429 Abercorn St.). than 600 revelers showed up. Now he’s back for a non-stop party, with support With few venues outside of downtown from local turntablists DJB + Terry Thurston, Scully and Nick J. For info on regularly booking live music, the newly remodeled Coach’s Corner Sports Bar in how to get VIP tickets that’ll afford Thunderbolt is testing the waters to see if special access and express admission, it’ll work there. The family-oriented go to vip@djbreaks.com. Note: as of press time this venue was shut down, but restaurant and watering hole is throwing supposedly will reopen in time for this a four-day bash to coincide with the event. CALL 238-9355 FIRST TO Super Bowl.

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Friday and Saturday at 9 p.m., AtlantaSat., 9 pm - 3 am, Savannah Down Under. based Mighty McFly return to Savannah after an extended absence. Their new lineup is working on an entire CD’s worth Part of Savannah’s 2006 Black of originals to augment and eventually Heritage Festival, this concert – says supplant their covers, but for now, the organizer Teddy Adams – is “an evening show is dominated by their costumed of music that makes up the black expetake on cheesy ‘80s rock and pop hits. rience.” Adams has rounded up some of Saturday at 2 p.m., young local the best talent to come from this area.

“Y’allternative “ rockers WormsLoew play The St. Paul’s Academy Boys Choir twangy Widespread Panic and Drive-By and the SSU Alumni Men’s Glee Club Truckers-inspired originals, followed by handle vocal duties on a selection of the quirky roots-rock of locals The Train gospel, Southern gospel and spiritual Wrecks (featuring Jason Bible) at 4 pm, numbers. Noted singer Huxsie Scott and a 6 pm set of Southern and classic adds some jazz flavor into the mix. rock favorites from High Velocity. Sunday Brunswick-area gospel sensation L.C. at 1 pm, acoustic duo Keith & Ross Quarterman (whom Adams calls one of appear. Fri., 9 pm + Sat., 2 pm, Coach’s the best-kept secrets in our area) shifts Corner, Thunderbolt. gears to sing the blues at this event, and a trio of Adams’ former students (all of One a year or so, Pure Antimatter – a whom have or are working on Masters local troupe of Rocky Horror Picture degrees in music) join forces with him for Trombone Summit.”

Show fanatics – convinces this small, a “T family-owned independent movie theater Those students include Stan Wilkerson (who’s gigged with Wynton to book the most infamous cult film of all Marsalis and Jon Faddis), André time. Then they don homemade cosMurchison (who works with the Ray tumes, and put on a “Floorshow” which Charles and Duke Ellington Bands), and takes to heart the liberating,hedonistic Robert Stringer (studying at the New message of the gender-bending ‘70s sciEngland Conservatory). Great stuff! fi rock opera, as has been the rage Mon., 7:30 pm, Trinity United Methodist worldwide for over a quarter of a century.

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Tim Brooks & The Alien Sharecroppers This fiery, award-winning slide guitarist from Macon brings a lot of Duane Allman and Dicky Betts to his role as leader of this Southern rock and boogie outfit. Sat., 10 pm, Savannah Blues.

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Morgan Shaffer This hotel lounge’s weekly “vocal showcase,” featuring a local known by many as “The Singing Bartender” at The Lady & Sons Restaurant.

She’ll sing sultry jazz backed by pianist Peter Tavalin and upright bassist Dave Keller.Thurs., 7 pm, The Mansion on Forsyth Park.

Double bill of metal and crust-punk sponsored by the new Fairmont Skateboard Shop in City Market.

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Solo acoustic covers show by a veteran local guitarist and singer playing everything from The Beatles to Burt Bacharach. Fri., 10 pm, The Underground @ Churchill’s Pub.

Silver Lining Local trio playing unique arrangements of dance-oriented pop, funk and soul covers.Sat., 9 pm, The Mansion on Forsyth Park.

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Saturday, February 4, 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Cost is $150.

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Tight regional band playing modern and classic country and honky-tonk. Fri. - Sat., 9 pm, Tommy’s (Pooler).

Tradewinds Motown, shag and soul covers.

Fri., 8:30 pm, Pogy’s (Richmond Hill).

Popular local modern rock and pop (covers and originals) in an acoustic format. The next day at noon, the full band plays an outdoor gig at the Crossroads Fitness Center in Richmond Hill. Fri., 9:30 pm, Scandals (Tybee) + Sat., 7 pm, Uncle Bubba’s Oyster House.

High-energy funk/rock/jam hybrid with a killer rhythm section.

Thurs., 10 pm, Mercury Lounge.

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Greg Williams

Buzz-worthy and award-winning songwriter/guitarist working out new material for an upcoming live CD (her last studio effort was produced by Shawn Mullins). Her strong local ties have made this venue a favorite stop for her, and for this gig, she’ll sing songs

Prolific and accomplished local guitarist/songwriter playing acoustic rock, folk and clues covers and originals.

Thurs., 5 pm, Tubby’s (River St.) + Fri., 10 pm, Jen’s & Friends. ◗

Voodoo Soup

Laughing Meditation Ann Carroll, yoga instructor, leads a 30-minute session that delves into the therapeutic benefits of laughter.

Saturday, February 25, 11:30 a.m. to 12 noon. Cost is $10.

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With her gaunt features, careful Brit enunciation and nose for distinguished projects, Emma Thompson has often seemed like the modern-day equivalent of Julie Andrews in her 1960s prime. So it makes perfect sense that Thompson should finally get around to making a film that owes its origins to Mary Poppins. Nanny McPhee may be based on Christianna Brand’s “Nurse Matilda” books, but its cinematic predecessor is clearly the family film that turned “Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious” into the longest household word ever recorded. Reminiscent of the black comedies routinely made by Danny De Vito (most notably his delightful Matilda), Nanny McPhee finds director Kirk Jones and Thompson (who also penned the script) similarly employing menacing situations, questionable comic material and oversized, often grotesque characters in an unorthodox attempt to arrive at a sentimental conclusion. Thompson, delivering a sharp performance under pounds of facial latex, plays the title character, a snaggletooth, wart-sprouting nursemaid who mysteriously shows up to help a widower (Colin Firth) contend with his seven monstrous children. As Nanny McPhee helps transform these little devils into little angels, she also becomes involved in the family’s strained affairs with an interfering aunt (Angela Lansbury) and a husband-hunting harridan (Celia Imrie). Most of the screen time is spent on the children, which is a shame, since Thompson’s character is by far the most interesting one on view. Nanny McPhee should play well with the small fry, though adults may be more bothered by the clumsy shifts in tone.

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The selling point in Capote is the excellent lead performance by Philip Seymour Hoffman, that character actor extraordinaire who has contributed finely etched portrayals to such films as The Talented Mr. Ripley and Magnolia.

Constantly punctuating the air with his whispery wit and entertaining other people as if to the diva manner born, Hoffman's Capote is an odd figure against the barren backdrop of the Kansas flatlands, where he has come to learn about the brutal murders of a respected family of four. Accompanied by his friend Harper Lee (Catherine Keener), whose own book is about to make her a celebrity in her own right (a running gag is that nobody can recall the name of her upcoming novel, just that it has something to do with killing birds), Capote gets to know some of the locals and, eventually, the two drifters found responsible for the repugnant killings. He forms a bond with one of them, a pensive type named Perry Smith (Clifton Collins Jr.). But as time passes and Capote keeps needling Perry for specific details on the murders it becomes unclear -- perhaps even to Capote himself -- whether the author is merely using Perry for his own purposes or whether the doomed convict has indeed stirred Capote's own humanity. continued on page 30

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From Silver Streak to Bringing Down the House, there have been countless movies in which an uptight Caucasian is taught how to loosen up by an AfricanAmerican acquaintance. Something New reverses that formula, but beyond this little-seen novelty, there’s not much about this modest romantic comedy that transcends the story’s expected ebb and flow. Here, the rigid individual is Kenya McQueen (Sanaa Lathan), a workaholic who doesn’t have time to look for her IBM (ideal black male).

When she finally does make time to go on a blind date, she’s stunned to discover that the guy, a landscape architect named Brian Kelly (Simon Baker), is white. Initially resistant, she soon finds herself relaxing in his company and comes to realize that he’d make a suitable boyfriend. But once Kenya is eventually introduced to her “perfect mate,” a black businessman (Blair Underwood) who shares her work ethics and outlook on life, she’s forced to make a decision between what she wants and what society expects. This potential sleeper from director Sanaa Hamri and screenwriter Kriss Turner (both making their feature-film debuts) is a diamond in the rough, blessed with a vibrant leading lady and choice moments dealing with racial tensions but marred by occasional clunky dialogue and perfunctory supporting characters.

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LAST HOLIDAY ✰✰1/2

A remake of a 1950 British comedy starring Alec Guinness, Last Holiday is better than expected thanks to its retooling as a vehicle for Queen Latifah.

Latifah stars as Georgia Byrd, a working class woman who, upon learning that she’ll die in three weeks, cashes in all her assets and heads off to the Czech Republic with the intent of winding down her life in luxury. While at the hotel, she befriends the cook (Gerard Depardieu -- how I’ve missed him!), offers sage advice and butts heads with her former boss, the hardhearted CEO of a national retail chain (Timothy Hutton). Meanwhile, her love interest (LL Cool J) back home discovers her dark secret and hightails it to be by her side.

Nicky Flippers (voiced by David Ogden Stiers) hears variations on the saga from four different participants: Red (Anne Hathaway), Granny (Glenn Close), the Wolf (Patrick Warburton) and the Woodsman (Jim Belushi).

Yeoh essays the role of her mentor, Mameha.

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The 1977 original employs Jane Fonda and George Segal in a lumbering yarn about a well-to-do couple who turn to

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The secret behind Brokeback Mountain is that, behind its convenient (and infuriating) designation as “the gay cowboy movie,” this is as universal as any love story Hollywood has produced in recent times. As Jack, Gyllenhaal delivers a nicely modulated performance that’s by turns silly and sullen. The weakness in his work -- that he doesn’t completely disappear into his character -- is only noticeable because his co-star is operating at such a stratospheric level.

Ledger, in short, is phenomenal as Ennis, the sort of pensive individual who’s so reluctant to speak that it appears as if uttering a syllable is as strenuous for him as lifting a refrigerator is to the rest of us.

HOODWINKED ✰1/2

Clearly aping the Shrek films, this attempts to put a spin on the classic children’s fairy tales by adding all manner of so-called “hip” references and grownup-geared plot maneuverings, approaches that grow more stale with each passing year. Hoodwinked is basically Little Red Riding Hood by way of Rashomon, as amphibious Detective

Peter Jackson’s new Kong will make a fortune, and it saddens me that it will be viewed by scores of people who won’t even give the original 1933 take a passing glance because they lack the imagination to immerse themselves in the world of vintage black-and-white cinema. But that’s their loss, and certainly not Jackson’s fault. He’s done his part by treating the property with love and respect, and, much to my surprise, his Kong is a -- pardon the pun -- roaring success. The first portion of the film details how visionary filmmaker Carl Denham (Jack Black) elects to head out into uncharted waters to make his epic adventure movie, recruiting a struggling actress named Ann Darrow (Naomi Watts) to serve as his leading lady.

Denham is all business, meaning that Ann’s romantic escapades arrive in the form of Jack Driscoll (Adrien Brody), a sensitive screenwriter. The second part charts the arrival on Skull Island, whereupon Ann is co-opted by local natives for a human sacrifice to the great ape known as Kong. The climactic third act finds Kong captured and taken to New York, where, billed as “King Kong, The Eighth Wonder of the World,” he becomes the featured attraction in Denham’s lavish theatrical production.

THE CHRONICLES OF NARNIA: THE LION, THE WITCH AND THE WARDROBE ✰✰✰

Like the best kid flicks, this one never talks down to its target audience, and its religious themes -- issues involving honor, forgiveness and redemption -embody the true spirit of Christianity and serve as an antidote to the sadistic theatrics of Mel Gibson's The Passion of the Christ. Lewis and The Lord of the Rings author J.R.R. Tolkien were friends, so it's not surprising that the films based on their respective works often resemble each other. I'd wager it took the success of the LOTR flicks for Narnia get the green light. Therefore, it's easy to see the plucky Pevensie children as human Hobbits, bravely entering enemy territory to defeat an evil entity.

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Munich is a strong film, an important work, and already a lightning rod for controversy and (one hopes) healthy debate. But another instant Spielberg classic? Not quite. With a script drafted by heavy-hitters Tony Kushner (Angels In America) and Eric Roth (Forrest Gump), Munich is largely a fictionalization of the events that transpired after that tragic day at the 1972 Olympics in Germany, when a group of Palestinian terrorists known as Black September slaughtered the Israeli athletes they were holding as hostages. The movie reveals that, in an effort to exhibit their toughness to the world, the Israeli government sent a select band of assassins to eliminate everyone who was responsible for the Munich massacre. Spielberg and his writers bring to vivid life this motley crew of enforcers.

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Director Rob Marshall’s adaptation of the Arthur Golden novel plays like a Disney version of a Zhang Yimou movie, though the end result isn’t as dreadful as that designation might suggest. Two Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon alumni handle the key roles: Ziyi Zhang plays Chiyo, the penniless foster child who grows up to become the legendary geisha known as Sayuri, while Michelle

crime once the husband loses his job.

Jim Carrey and Tea Leoni play the new Dick and Jane, who find themselves in a similar predicament once the CEO (Alec Baldwin) of Dick’s company bails out, leaving thousands of employees without jobs, pensions or benefits. After working a series of low-paying odd jobs (the picture’s funniest sequences), the couple eventually turn to robbing local shops with a squirt gun, earning enough dough to engage in even more elaborate heists.

Walk the Line 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 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). Phoenix commands the screen, yet even he's topped by Witherspoon in her most fully realized performance since Election. Phoenix may provide the movie with its voice, but it's Witherspoon who delivers its soul. ◗

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Activism & Politics AMBUCS

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

Food Not Bombs meets every Sunday at 10 a.m. to cook vegetarian meals to be served at noon on Franklin Square. Donations are accepted. Cook for peace and help the community. Call 201-6188867.

League of Women Voters

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

meets on the first Monday of the month at 5 p.m. in Room 3 of the Heart and Lung Building at Candler Hospital. Membership is open to anyone18 and older.

Chatham County Young Democrats

Libertarian Party of Chatham County

Call Cory at 508-3335 or send email to c@depthllc.com.

meets each Thursday at 8:30 p.m. at Moon River Brewing Co., 21 W. Bay St. Call 3083934 or visit http://www.nodebts.com/chathamlibertariansga.html.

Chatham County Democratic Women

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

National Council of Negro Women

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

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

Drinking Liberally

Planned Parenthood

Promoting democracy one pint at a time -share politics while sharing a pitcher at a local Democratic drinking club. This is an informal gathering of like-minded, left-leaners who may want to trade ideas, get more

meets the second Thursday of the month at 6 p.m. at The Sentient Bean, 13 E. Park Ave.

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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.

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.

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is dedicated to creating mobility and independence of people with disabilities Volunteers meet every first and third Monday at 7 p.m. at Fire Mountain Restaurant on Stephenson Ave. Call Kevin Sheehan at 6912934 or send email to kshe62@aol.com..

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.

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For info, call Megan Burgoyne at 352-4052 or send e-mail to megan.burgoyne@ppfa.org.

ALMO Valentine’s Party

Southside Fire/EMS 2006 Calendar

The Art School

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.

A Valentine’s party for dogs and people is set for Sunday, Feb. 12 from 2-4 p.m. at Canine Palace, 618 Abercorn St. ALMO (Animal Lovers Meeting Others) benefits the Humane Society of Chatham/Savannah.

Have you dog’s photo taken with Cupid. Call 234-3336.

Savannah Republican Club

Fifth Annual Kiss A Kid Campaign

Meets every second Tuesday of the month.

Call 927-7170.

Help young patients at St. Joseph/Candler’s The Children’s Place by purchasing a chocolate kiss for $1 at more than 40 local businesses, including all Piggly Wigglys. All proceeds will be used to purchase new monitoring equipment. The campaign ends Friday, Feb. 17.

Raises money for burn victims throughout the region. Models for the calendar are actual firefighters and emergency personnel from the Southside Fire Department. The calendars are $10 and are available at three SunCom locations in Oglethorpe Mall, on Hodgson Memorial near Kroger and at the Savannah Crossing Shopping Center on Abercorn Extension. Calendars also may be purchased at SSFD Headquarters on Norwood Avenue or by calling 354-1011.

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.

Call for Entries

Savannah Speech & Hearing Center is offering Baby Sign classes for babies aged 6-12 months and their parents. The cost is $50, which includes materials. To register, call 355-4601.

Savannah Peace Coalition

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 Call Tom Oxnard at 598-4290 or send e-mail to oxhouse@aol.com.

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

Auditions Abyssinia Players will audition new company members for the February production of A Sho ‘Nuff Heaven!

-- A Gospel Song Play, written and directed

by Ja Jahannes. Seven actors with strong dramatic narrative voices, seven soloists with gospel singing experience, praise dancers of all ages, and members for a spoken word ensemble are needed. Must be able to commit to rehearsals. Send e-mail to abyssiniaplayers@aol.com. Send a brief resume of theater experience, sound files if available and contact information.

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

Murder Afloat is audtioning actors and actresses for the 2006 season. All types, ages 20 and up, will be considered. Acting experience helpful, but not necessary. Visit www.murderafloat.com for info about the company and show. For audition appointments, e-mail auditions@murderafloat.com.

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Benefits & Fundraisers 2006 Girl Scout Cookie Sale Girl Scouts currently are taking orders.

Cookies are $3.50 a box, with proceeds benefitting local girls. Call the Cookie Hotline at 888-223-3883 or visit www.girlscouting.org.

Give for the Gulf 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.

Melaver, Inc. Community Tree Planting will be held Saturday, Feb. 4 at 9 a.m. in Magnolia Park. This event is sponsored by the Savannah Tree Foundation and the City of Savannah. Volunteers of all ages are needed to plant 100 trees. Bring a shovel and a hard-tined rake, if possible.

Refreshments will be available and participants will receive a t-shirt. Call 233-8733.

Chatham County Chamber seeks musicians Seeking classically trained musicians. Call 232-2326.

Cultural Affairs Artist Roster The City of Savannah’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 Daisy Williams at 651-6417 or email dwilliams@savannahga.gov and include: group and/or individual name, contact information, and discipline.

Two Pale Josephines 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. E-mail 2palejosephines@bellsouth.net or call 232-4848.

Classes & Workshops

Night Stalkers Association

AARP Driver’s Safety Program

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.

Classes will be presented Feb. 2 and 3 from 1-4 p.m. at Messiah Lutheran Church. Call Mary Jane Shuman at 352-0070 or 598-5083 and leave a message. Classes also will be held Feb. 7 and 8 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Smart Senior at Candler. Call 352-4405.

Red Cross assists returning troops

Adult Art Classes are held at The Art School Mondays from 79 p.m. and Tuesdays from 10 a.m. to noon.

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

The Savannah Chapter -- Liberty Branch of the American Red Cross is seeking donations of coffee, hot chocolate mix, tea bags, baked goods, snack foods, hot-serve cups, stir sticks, individual sugar and creamer packets as they welcome home 20,000 troops from Iraq. Call 876-3975.

Adult Education

Savannah Friends of Music

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

is throwing an array of Parties a la Carte to support local music education. Call Kristina Svenson at 598-9470 or Anne Dauray at 5980149 for information.

The Women’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.

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Baby sign classes

Babysitters training class St. Joseph’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.

Basic computer class 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.

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

Career Achievement Program St. Mary’s Community Center, 812 W. 36th St., an affiliate of St. Joseph’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. 6526793 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.

Classes at Familiar Pathways Several classes are offered, including Meditation 101 and 102; Aura 101; Tarot 101, 102. 103 and 104; Witchcraft 101 and 102; Henna 101 and 102; Herbology 101, 102 and 103; Deity 101 and 102; and The Art of 111 W. DeRenne Ave

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Control: Principles and Tactics. Most classes 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 443-9678.

Discover Creativity Coaching Free initial consultation. Expert with two creativity degrees helps you kick-start your project, sort ideas, break through blocks, clarify intentions and plan approaches. Call 412-9199 or send e-mail to breakthru.creativity@gmail.com.

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.

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.

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.

Culinary Arts Classes

For more information about the importance of arts education, please contact

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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 program software for the Georgia High School Graduation Test. Call Gloria Ferguson at 238-2960, Ext. 153.

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Training includes studies in local history and decorative arts. Docents lead tours and assist with programming. Call Dottie Kraft at 236-8097 or send e-mail to jcredle@savbusiness.net.

who choose to make the journey as important as the destination will be held March 31-April 2 at Palm Key Nature Getaway. . This retreat is designed for the woman who is ready to make the changes necessary to consciously live the vibrant, balanced life that honors who she is. For information, call Elizabeth at 429-3089 or send e-mail to elizabeth@elizabethloyd.com.

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Fanny’s Spanish Learning Center

Life Challenge Consulting

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.

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.

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

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offers free classes on using computers to access information at the Bull Street Library.

Call 652-3662.

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

Memorial Health positive parenting class

Free computer classes

Mindful meditation classes

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

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.

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This talent-based organization is for youth ages 9-19. Volunteers are sought to teach gospel, jazz, photography, visual arts, writing, theater, cooking, dance, videography and more. To participate, contact Martha Dawkins Massey at fyparts3@aol.com.

Grandparents, Godparents and Etc. Class for families with a newborn baby will be offered Feb. 4 at 10 a.m. in Suite 508 of the Candler Professional Office Building.

Reserve a spot by calling 819-3368.

Guided Imagery Change your life with guided imagery. Read about it in Oprah magazine, January 2006.

Ditch anxiety, manage deadlines, lose weight, recovery from surgery. Call the Alpha Institute, 201-0071.

Harp Workshops at Folk Traditions Store Two workshops and a concert with two of Ireland’s foremost harpers are set for Feb. 11. A workshop with Grainne Hambly will include background information on the Belfast Harpers Assembly of 1792, and the collections of Edward Bunting and their significance in preserving the 17th and 18th century harp repertoire. Some tunes from the collection will be taught, and ideas on how to adapt the published piano arrangements for harp will be discussed. It will be held Feb. 11, 1-2:30 p.m. at The Folk Traditions Store, 12 Price St. The cost is $40 ($30 for store members). A workshop with William Jackson, Accompanying Other Instruments, will be presented from 3-4:30 p.m. The cost for that workshop is $40, or $30 for store members. Call 341-8898 or visit www.folktraditionsstore.com. The two harpers will present a concert at 7 p.m. at Trinity United Methodist Church in Telfair Square. Tickets are $10 adults, with children under 12 admitted free.

The cost is $10 per person and is most beneficial to parents of children less than 4 years. To register, call 350-9335.

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.

Multiple blessings 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.

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.

Paralegal Certificate Program 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.

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.

Housing Authority of Savannah Classes

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Free classes that will be offered include Disease of Addiction on Feb. 3 at 2:30 p.m.

The classes are offered at the Neighborhood Resource Center, 1407 Wheaton St. Call 232-4232, Ext. 115.

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

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.

Park Place Outreach offers Wednesday night youth groups for ages 11-17 and tutorial assistance sponsored by Park Place Outreach -- Street Outreach Team, formerly the Savannah Runaway Home. Call Tonyour Bolden, outreach coordinator, at 234-4048 for a location.

Puppet Shows are offered by St. Joseph’s/Candler AfricanAmerican Health Information & Resource Center for schools, daycares, libraries,

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at 801 E. Gwinnett offers business and computer classes, including computer keyboarding, starting any type of business, credit defense and more. Call 652-3582.

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(Hours of some sites will vary.)

For a complete list of participating museums, visit the Georgia Historical Society website at www.georgiahistory.com and follow the education link.

Maps of participating museums will be provided at each location.

Savannah Area Tennis will hold an after-school and weekend Junior Group Tennis Program for ages kindergarten through 12th grade at various sites throughout Savannah. Sessions are $10. For information about either program, call Phyllis Greene at 961-9862 or 507-9862 or send e-mail to ctcsavannahga@prodigy.net.

Small Business Record Keeping Class A class called Managing by the Numbers is set for Feb. 7 at the Small Business Assistance Center, 111 E. Liberty St. The cost is $30 per workshop. Call 651-3200 to register.

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 children’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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Beach Historic Neighborhood Association meets monthly on the third Thursday at 6 p.m. Call 605-4471 for details.

Beanhead Writers Group 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 nonfiction, but no poetry.

Bike Night with Mikie 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 1511 Abercorn, ACBL certified duplicate bridge game every Wednesday at 1 p.m.

There is a $4 fee. Call Lynn Pierce at 3549739.

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 http://groups.yahoo.com/group/ChiSavanna h/.

Civil Air Patrol

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.

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 www.gawg.cap.gov, send e-mail to N303WR@aol.com, or call Capt. Jim Phillips at 412-4410.

Artist/Photographers Group

Clean Coast

A new group is forming to honor unique artistic visions and means of photographic expression. For information, call Kathleen Thomas at 234-2130 or send e-mail to ghostgirl1204@excite.com.

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

Ascension Lutheran Dinner and a Movie

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 Tubby’s Tank House restaurant in Thunderbolt at 6:30 p.m. 728-5989.

Viewings are held in private homes which includes social time as well as viewing a movie. Call Don at 655-0482 or send e-mail to savdeca@aol.com.

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Join other college-age Lutheran friends for fun and fellowship on the first and third Sundays at 5:30 p.m. at Ascension Lutheran, 120 Bull St. After dinner, the group will attend Reel Savannah screenings.

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MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers)

Meets the 3rd Sat. of every month. 961-0602.

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.

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

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

Gold Wing Road Riders Association

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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.

Objectivist Society of Savannah meets biweekly at the Lion’s Den Lounge.

Call Brian at 234-2484 or ww.savannahobjectivists.org.

Oglethorpe Business & Professional Women’s Club meets for lunch the second Tuesday of each month at 12:30 p.m. Call 966-3619 or visit www.obpw.org.

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

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.

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

Salon for Women Seeking Change Lively discussion, laughter and fun. Call 2368581.

Islands Mothers Club

Savannah Area Landlord & Real Estate Investors Association

sponsors a Country Textiles African American Quilt Making Guild. Call 447-1888.

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

There is a $700 jackpot.

MOMS Club 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.

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Savannah Area Sacred Harp Singers The public is invited to come and sing early American music and folk hymns from the shape note tradition. This non-denominational community musical activity emphasizes participation, not performance. Songs are from The Sacred Harp, an oblong songbook first published in 1844. Call 6550994.

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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.

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. 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

Writers Unite!

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.

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

Savannah Ski Club

Dance

Savannah Port City Lions Club

For information, see www.savannahskiclub.com.

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 Stitch-N-Bitch

Savannah Express Network Chapter of American Business Women’s Association

Savannah Fencing Club

Savannah Italian Club 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 2342106 or visit www.savannahjaycees.com.

Savannah Linux Users Group The group usually meets the first Wednesday of every month and will meet Feb. 1 at 7:30 p.m. at E-market South, 24 W. Henry St. There will be a presentation on Tor and Anonym.OS. 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-Ogeechee Canal Society Dinner meetings are the second Tuesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. at the Fairmont

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

233-1600.

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.

Savannah’s First Pug Playday This group meets every first Saturday and will meet Saturday, Feb. 4 at 11 a.m. at the Savannah Dog Park at 41st and Drayton streets. All humans and dogs who live in a pug household are welcome. A donation to the Savannah Dog Park would be appreciated. Contact melindahurst@hotmail.com or mike_kennedy@emc.com.

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 Restaurant inside the Days Inn on Mall Boulevard. Call Linda Lee at 695-7733.

Subbuteo Table Soccer meets monthly for tournaments and practice matches. For information, call 667-7204 or visit http://savannahsubbuteo.tripod.com.

Tybee Beautification Association 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.

Tybee Performing Arts Society (TAPS) 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.

Waving Girl Smocking Guild meets the fourth Mondays at 6:30 p.m., August through May, at the Coastal

Adult Ballet & Modern Dance Classes at Islands Dance Academy, 115 Charlotte Dr, Whitemarsh Island near Publix shopping center. Challenging, rewarding and fun. All levels and body types welcome. BeginnerIntermediate Adult Ballet is held Mondays and Thursdays from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Intermediate/ Advanced Ballet is held Mondays and Wednesdays from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. and Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:30 a.m. to noon. Beginner Adult Modern is Mondays from 1-2 p.m. Intermediate/ Advanced Modern is Mondays from 10-11:30 a.m. A variety of youth classes ages 3 to teen are available. Call Sue Braddy at 897-2100.

Basic Ballroom Class

Free Nutritional Counseling/Body Fat Testing by certified nutritional consultants. Muscle Quest Sports Nutrition Center, 109 Jefferson St. downtown. Call ahead to reserve a space at 232-4784.

Jade Lotus Tai Chi Group Classes are offered Saturdays from 9:30-11:30 a.m. at the Unity Church, 2320 Sunset Blvd.

Drop-in rate is $10, $8 for students or 10 classes for $80, $70 for students. All experience levels are welcome. Fundamental/ beginner instruction available for the first hour. Call Jeff at 352-7057 or send e-mail to jadelotustaichi@yahoo.com.

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 355-8111.

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.

Monday-Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Learn the Fox Trot and Merengue from the Moon River Dancers, Savannah Chapter of USA Dance, on Saturday, Feb. 4 from 1-3 p.m. at the West Broad Street YMCA, 110 May St. The cost is $3. Beginners and singles are welcome. Call 961-9960.

Pilates Classes

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Private Yoga Instruction

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

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 time-honored 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.

Shag-Beach Bop-Etc. Savannah 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.

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.

Fitness 5 Steps to Healthy Weight Loss Taught by Debra Whalen C.P.T. is offered FREE Thursdays through Feb. 9 from 5:306:45 p.m. at Muscle Quest Sports Nutrition Center, 109 Jefferson St. downtown. Call ahead to reserve a space at 232-4784.

A balanced life 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 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.

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 at 819-6463.

Raja Yoga Workshop with Judean Drescher will be presented Feb. 5 and 12 from 6:45-8 p.m. at the Yoga Room of Savannah. Call 8980361 or send e-mail to SvnnhYogaRoom@aol.com..

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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.

Savannah Sunrise Rotary club

For information, contact Jacob Cottingham at Jacob@thesouthmag.com.

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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.

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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.

Weekend Warriors 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.

Savannah Council, Navy League of the United States

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Development Services, 7712 Seawright Dr. Those who love smocking and sewing are invited to attend. New members are welcome.

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businesses and happenings. www.firstcitynetwork.com. 236-CITY

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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.

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.

Water aerobics at the JEA

meets Sundays at 5:30 p.m. at AMF Victory Lanes, 2055 E. Victory Dr. 354-5710.

The Jewish Educational Alliance is offering aquatics classes. Call Shannon at 748-2393.

Gay AA Meeting

Yoga The City of Savannah, Leisure Services, Recreation Services Department, offers a yoga class on Saturday from noon to 1 p.m. at the Windsor Forest Center, 414 Briarcliff Circle. The fee is $10 per month for ages 14 and over. Call 921-2105 or 651-3650.

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classes taught by Debra Whalen R.Y.T. are offered Wednesdays from 5:30-6:45 p.m. at Muscle Quest Sports Nutrition Center, 109 Jefferson St. downtown. $10 drop-in fee. Call ahead to reserve a space at 232-4784.

Yoga @ Work A six-week series of Yoga @ Work will be held Mondays from 5:30-6:30 p.m. in offices located in downtown Savannah starting in January. The series will incorporate discussions about stress and provide tools to use during the work day to combat the stress we all experience. The class is available to all ages and levels of physical ability. No special attire is needed. The instructor is Ann Carroll. The cost is $90. Call 667-8877 for information on space availability or send email to yayaannie@bellsouth.net.

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.

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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 6:30-8 p.m.; Vinyasa Flow-Power Yoga Saturday 910 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 898-0361.

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.

Yogalates Classes

is a free seminar that will be presented Feb. 7 at 7 p.m. in Marsh Auditorium at Candler Hospital by Dr. Mark A. Winchell. Call 8913368 for reservations.

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.

Call 819-6463.

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.

First City Network Board Meeting Meets the first Monday at 6 p.m. at FCN’s office, 307 E. Harris St., 3rd floor. 236-2489.

First City Network Community Center 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”

Health African-American Men’s Health Issues A lecture will be presented by Dr. Louis Sullivan, founding dean and first president of Morehouse School of Medicine, on Monday, Feb. 6 at 6 p.m. in Marsh Auditorium at Candler Hospital.

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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.

Coping With Infertility will be offered Feb. 7, 14, 21 and 28 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Center for Holistic Healing at Memorial Health, 300 Bull St. The cost is $100. Call 350-0307.

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.

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A 12-step group for people with eating disorders and self-harm disorders. For information, call Brandon Lee at 927-1324.

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 Feb. 2 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the SJ/C Islands Medical Group. CAll 898-1122 for an appointment.

Mammograms will be performed Feb. 7 and 21 fro 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the SJ/C Medical Group in Rincon. Call 354-9857 for appointments. Mammograms will be performed Feb. 8 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Long County Health Department in Ludowici. Call 912-545-2107.

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 info on a certified nurse midwife-assisted birth, whether at a birth center or area hospital. Call 826-4155.

Massage by Certified Massage Practitioner

Primordial Sound Meditation Class

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.

will be offered Feb. 4 from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Center for Holistic Healing at Memorial Health, 300 Bull St. The cost is $150 per person. Call 236-2131.

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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HIV/AIDS and STD awareness training

La Leche League of Savannah Call 897-9261.

Lose Weight 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.

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.

Memorial Health group meditation sessions are offered free to the public every Tuesday from 5:30-6 p.m. on the third floor of the Center for Advanced Medicine.

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 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.

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

Open 7-11p.m. 1-800-264-7154.

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.

Senior companions needed 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.

Super 2 Access Clinic Super 2 Access (After Cancer Cure Evaluation Strategy and Support) is a clinic

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.

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.

Historic 2006 Parent-Child Overnight Camp at Old Fort Jackson is set for Feb. 3 and 4, from 6 p.m. Friday through 9 a.m. Saturday at Old Fort Jackson. The camp is for children ages 8-14 and their parents. The cost is $15 per person. Space is limited, so register by Feb. 2. Call Krystal Kornegay at 651-3673.

A Missing Steam Train The Coastal Heritage Society is trying to locate a working replica of the Central of Georgia’s No. 406 passenger train that was built in the 1950s by machinist J.L. Owen.

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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.

Memorial Health blood pressure check

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

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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.

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former Gold Star Ranch, which was located off White Bluff Road. Anyone with information about the train is asked to call Michael Jordan at 651-6895 or send e-mail to mjordan@chsgeorgia.org.

Lectures The Importance of Place Author and educator William W. Falk will present Big Lessons From Small Places: The Low Country and Beyond, a discussion of his work that addresses why many African-American families have stayed rooted in place in the South, on Wednesday, Feb. 8 at 4 p.m. at Georgia Southern University’s College of Information Technology Building in Room 1004. This is the second of a four-part series of lectures entitled Race and the American South.

William Jelani Cobb, an assistant professor of history at Spelman College in Atlanta, will address the issue of the restoration of rehabilitated juveniles and young adult first-time offenders into mainstream society on Tuesday, Feb. 7 at 6 p.m. at the Beach Institute, 502 E. Harris St. The W.W. Law Lecture is presented annual as part of the Annual Black Heritage Festival.

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

Explore the Salt Marh By Land and Sea This program is presented by Wilderness Southeast in conjunction with Fort McAlister State Park. It will be presented Sunday, Feb. 19 and March 19 from 2-5 p.m. Walk and paddle with a naturalist guide to learn about the salt marsh ecosystem. $30 per person includes canoe rental and basic instruction.

Meet in the parking lot at Fort McAlister.

Reservations are required. Call 897-5108.

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Harbor to Refuge Join Wilderness Southeast naturalist John “Crawfish” Crawford and Capt. Mike Neal aboard the Island Explorer on Saturday, Feb. 4 from noon to 8 p.m. for a journey back in time. Board the boat at the harbor and proceed upriver looking for wildlife at Mulberry Grove Plantation and the Savannah National Wildlife Refuge. The cost is $45 and reservations are required. Call 897-5108.

Take a walk on the wild side 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.

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.

Pets and Animals ALMO Valentine’s Party A Valentine’s party for dogs and people is set for Sunday, Feb. 12 from 2-4 p.m. at Canine Palace, 618 Abercorn St. ALMO (Animal Lovers Meeting Others) benefits the Humane Society of Chatham/Savannah.

Have you dog’s photo taken with Cupid. Call 234-3336.

Savannah’s First Pug Playday This group meets every first Saturday and will meet Saturday, Feb. 4 at 11 a.m. at the Savannah Dog Park at 41st and Drayton streets. All humans and dogs who live in a pug household are welcome. A donation to the Savannah Dog Park would be appre-

ciated. Contact melindahurst@hotmail.com or mike_kennedy@emc.com.

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.

Inspirational book club 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.

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.

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.

Religious & Spiritual Chanted Office of Compline 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.

Christian Businessmen’s Committee 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

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

Participants can talk about any book.

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.

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Local children’s author Pamela Bauer Mueller will discuss and sign her newest book, Neptune’s Honor, on Saturday, Feb. 4 at 2 p.m. at Barnes & Noble.

An open forum is held every Wednesday at 7 p.m. at 223 E. Gwinnett St. Nicodemus was a leader who came to Jesus by night looking for a way out of the darkness.

Page turners book group

Quakers (Religious Society of Friends)

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

meet Sundays, 11 a.m. at Trinity United Methodist Church, 225 W. President St., Savannah. Call Janet Pence at 247-4903.

Reader’s theater meeting

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

Lunch bunch book group

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.

Savannah Buddhist Sitting Group

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. The church is located at the corner of Houston and Oglethorpe streets.

Religious education is provided for K-12 youth and in February, will be Dr. Suess’ spirituality for children. Also during February, a three-part series, Jane Goodall, Modern Day Prophet, will be presented. Call

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Unitarian Universalist Church of Savannah A liberal religious community where different people with different beliefs gather as one faith. On Feb. 5 at 11 a.m., Dr. Ja A. Jahannes will speak from the topic Keep Your Eyes on the Prize. The service will be held in the Fellowship Hall behind the church’s Troup Square Sanctuary. Call 2340980, or e-mail uusav@comcast.net or visit www.jinglebellchurch org. The Uncommon Denomination. ◗

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LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): You may not realize how significant a role that architecture plays in shaping your moods, ideas, and decisions. I’m here to remind you that it does.

The quality of the indoor space you regularly inhabit deeply influences what goes on inside your mind and body. It’s not just the structure of the buildings I’m talking about, of course, but also the decor, the furniture, the carpets, and the colors. In 2006, it will be important for you to become more aware of this fact, and to be aggressive about putting yourself into environments that bring out the best in you. As a gift to yourself, spend some time inside the most uplifting building you know.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): I decided to work on your horoscope while out in nature today.

Armed with my notebook of astrology data, I found a fallen tree to use as a chair on the muddy bank of Ross Creek. As I gazed into the rain-swollen torrent and thought about you, a little voice in my head said I should give you the following message: To invoke the awareness that will help you formulate this week’s most important questions, spend quality time watching water flow through the earth, watching clouds stream through the sky, and watching thoughts glide across your mind’s eye.

yourself and protest it when it spills from others. But it’s especially crucial now.

Arm yourself with factiness.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): This isn’t always the case, Scorpio, but right now you have a certain resemblance to that type of wild iris know as blue-eyed grass. Its stem isn’t hardy enough to hold up more than one flower blossom at a time; before a new bloom sprouts, therefore, the old one has to wither. Similarly, you can’t and shouldn’t try to work on more than a single labor of love, at least for the next week. Devote all your concentration and care to it, ignoring the other possibilities.

And don’t worry: This narrowing of your focus is a good thing.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Several of my friends have given names to their cars, and I know many other people who have bestowed appellations on their homes, their vacuum cleaners, their favorite trees, and their genitals. In Norse mythology, the god Thor affectionately called his magic golden hammer by the name Mjollnir. It so happens that this would be a ripe time for you to experiment with this approach, Aquarius. I think you’ll find that as you name your home and car as well as every plant, toaster, traffic light, crow, and cloud, that the whole world will become more alive and friendly and helpful.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): The American Dialect Society has chosen the best new words of 2005. Winning in the “most creative” category was “whale tail,” which refers to the top of a thong showing above the waistband of pants or a skirt.

But the fresh coinage that’s most meaningful to you right now, Sagittarius, is “truthiness.” It’s the quality people embody when they assert concepts that they wish to be true instead of sticking to the facts. In his TV show on Comedy Central, Stephen Colbert articulated a perfect example: “Who’s Britannica to tell me the Panama Canal was finished in 1914? If I want to say it happened in 1941, that’s my right. I don’t trust books.

They’re all fact, no heart.” It’s always important for you to avoid truthiness

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Good news, Capricorn. Right now your financial prospects look almost as bright as those of the oil industry, whose earnings grew 42 percent in the last three months of 2005. There is a caveat, however. If, like continued on pageyou <None> the companies that sell gasoline, attempt to capitalize on bad news and profit at the expense of the collective wellbeing, your money situation will suffer. To gather all of the good economic fortune that’s available, you’ve got to redouble your efforts to maintain high levels of integrity.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): “We are what we pretend to be,” wrote author Kurt Vonnegut, “so we must be careful about what we pretend to be.” This is excellent advice to keep at the forefront of your awareness during the coming weeks, Pisces. Here’s how I interpret his statement: There’s not necessarily anything wrong with playing a role if that role is in alignment with your highest values. In fact, to make believe that you are the person you want to be is an excellent strategy for actually becoming the person you want to be. ◗

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TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Do you have a forbidden fantasy? Is there some adventure you wish you could let yourself have, but you lack the money or spunk to attempt it? Have you been nursing an impossible dream that is no closer to fulfillment now than it was when you first conjured it up years ago? If so, Taurus, the time has come to resolve your relationship with it.

Either renounce it and forget it forever, or else take a bold, practical step toward making it come true. P.S. You have more courage than you realize.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): “Though the human body is born complete in one moment, the birth of the human heart is an ongoing process,” writes John O’Donohue in his book Anam Cara. In other words, your capacity for love is forever on the brink of expanding. Your potential to be transformed by compassionate intimacy is inexhaustible. Your emotional intelligence is always ready to awaken more thoroughly, to ripen more brilliantly. Of course you can resist the ongoing pressure to give birth to more heart wisdom.Shrinking back from the relentless upheaval, you can reject the demanding bliss you’re offered and retreat into safe numbness.

Which way will you choose, Libra? This week will be a turning point.

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CANCER (June 21-July 22): After torrential rains caused flooding in the small town where I live, the Thai restaurant was one of the few downtown businesses that was spared catastrophic damage. The maitre d’ explained to me why as I ordered my to-go dinner tonight. “We’ve always hated our tile floor. It makes the place feel sterile, and it’s slippery. People lose their footing if there’s even a little wet spot. But when the three feet of floodwater poured in, our tile floor held up. All the stores around us had wooden floors that were destroyed.” This is your metaphor of the week, Cancerian. Something in your life that you have regarded as a problem will become a saving grace.

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ARIES (March 21-April 19): My friend Rose comes from a large extended family that does not include a single millionaire. There’s no chance she will inherit a windfall from a dead relative. On the other hand, many religious devotees, humanitarians, and dogooders have graced both sides of her family line. She regards her own idealistic aspirations as being a result of the legacy they left her; she thinks of herself as having received an inheritance composed of spiritual wealth. What about you, Aries?

What are the special gifts of your heritage? What talents and capacities have you been blessed with by your ancestors?

It’s time to intensify your efforts to make use of them.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Fashion designer Rick Owens toiled in relative obscurity for years while perfecting his “glunge” look, which mixes glamour with grunge. Now he has his own acclaimed clothing line in Paris. Recently an interviewer asked him, “What is the most important lesson you’ve learned?” His reply: “We’re all freaks.” I’d like you to take that idea to heart, Gemini.

According to my reading of the astrological omens, you’ll benefit from fully acknowledging how odd, idiosyncratic, irregular, and mysterious you really are-and learning to love that fact. This week’s second assignment is also spurred by Owens. “What’s your definition of beauty?” he was asked. “With fitness, grooming and an open heart,” he said, “absolutely anyone can be wildly attractive.” Work on that, too. Revel in your wildly attractive freakiness.

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TV/FILM/VIDEO Want to be a model? Here’s your chance. I am looking for fit, athletic, or petite women for casting calls in the area. (Atlanta, Savannah, Jacksonville). Opportunities include: films, commercials, modeling and fitness modeling. No prior experience necessary. Open minded women preferred. Contact Edge Productions local agent at edgeprod@hotmail.com BELLA’S ON HABERSHAM WAIT STAFF-1 year with wine knowledge a must. Must be able to work 2 weekday lunches. PM shifts available. PM Saute Cook needed part-time. Call between 2:30pm-4:30pm. 354-4005 or email JShanks12@comcast.net.

REFINISHERS, experience pre ferred, but not required. Must be neat, punctual, have trans portation, willing to work some weekends, salary negotiable.

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Outside Display Advertising Account Representative wanted for an 82,000 free distribution weekly shopper publication in historic Savannah near the Georgia coast. Must have proven track record in print advertising sales. Must be a goal-oriented self-starter with an exceptionally strong work ethic. Salary plus commission/bonus.

Good fringe benefit package including 401-K program. Become part of a growing media company in a fast-growing and desirable location. Send cover letter with salary requirements and resume to address below or e-mail to pjackson@morrismultimedia.com

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Pets/Animals/Livesto ck BASSET HOUND pups AKC registered and dewormed, $250. Call 478-668-3515.

AMERICAN BULLDOG PUPPIES. 8 weeks old. All female, no males. NKC registered. Mother on site, excellent temperament.

Father certified canine good cit izen. Handled daily by child, all shots & wormed. $500 OBO. 478-232-2798.

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AMAZING 100% Luxury Double pillow-top queen mattress & boxspring, sealed in original plastic, with warranty. Must move! $350. 912966-9937.

YAMAHA CLUB series system, (2X15H house speakers/stands w 1X18” sub), 1X 400 watt power amp. $600 OBO. Call 727-4217 272-8171.

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.

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

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

LIKE NEW SPRINGFIELD XD .45 GAP 3mags case holster brush + 400rds 230gr JHP $500. 912-920-6871.

CHERRY 4 POSTER RICE BED Queen size solid wood cherry headboard and footboard with side rails. NEW in box. $999/retail, selling for $399. 965-9652.

GORGEOUS CARVED sleigh bedroom set. Solid wood dresser and mirror, carved headboard and footboard plus a nightstand. All brand new furniture sealed in original boxes. $1300. Can deliver 912-3132303.

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.

GE REFRIGERATOR 27 cu ft black, water filtration/dispenser,

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BED Cherry sleigh & rails with pillow top mattress & boxspring! New in wrapper. Sacrifice $425. Can deliver 966-9937.

HANDMADE BASS GUITAR; Keith Roscoe LG3005 five string, Left handed w/case.

Beautiful quilted maple top with spalted fingerboard. New list $3195, selling for $1800/firm.

Call 547-0139.

FULL MATTRESS SET Absolute bargain! Factory sealed plush set with warranty. $125. Can deliver, call 964-1494.

$600. Whirlpool washer & dryer, $400. All for $800/OBO. 6554040.

Paint & Body Work Reasonably Priced Insurance Claims We buy wrecks

355-5932 2001 LINCOLN NAVIGATOR, $19,000. White w/tan leather interior, loaded, in excellent condition, 68k miles. 961-3361 3519541.

1990 CADILLAC SEVILLE. Approx 113k miles, possible blown headgasket but car runs, perfect for mechanic or caddy enthusiast; $950 OBO. Call 912228-2474.

Trucks & Vans 2005 TOYOTA TACOMA, extra cab, 2-wheel drive, all the extras.

Asking $19,995. Call 912-6598141 or 912-484-2104.

GMC 12 TON BT gas, good condition, $15,000. 355-6315.

Sport Utility Vehicles 1997 EDDIE BAUER Edition Ford Explorer 4X4. Fully loaded!

125k miles, all reasonable offers considered. Great SUV. Will go very fast. Call 912-450-7990. (color)

Boats/Accessories 99 SEARAY 270 Sundancer SE. Excellent condition, 200 hrs, sleeps 6, ac/heat, kitchen, bath w/shower and h&c water. Full canvas, 454 Mercruiser w/Bravo III outdrive, comes with a very nice triple axle Magic Tilt trailer, $39900. Call 961-6461.

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wanted for a 6,800 free distribution weekly near the Georgia coast and historic Savannah. Must have print advertising sales experience; general management experience would be extremely helpful. Must be a self-starter with an exceptionally strong work ethic. Salary plus commission/bonus. Good fringe benefit package including 401-K program. Become part of a growing media company in a fast-growing and desirable location with great schools. Send cover letter with salary requirements and resume to address below or e-mail to pjackson@morrismultimedia.com

wanted for an 82,000 free distribution weekly shopper publication in historic Savannah near the Georgia coast. Must have proven track record in print classified advertising sales. Must be a selfstarter with an exceptionally strong work ethic and team-building skills. Salary plus commission/bonus. Good fringe benefit package including 401-K program. Become part of a growing media company in a fast-growing and desirable location. Send cover letter with salary requirements and resume to address below or e-mail to pjackson@morrismultimedia.com

Pooler News c/o Peter Jackson Vice President, Sales & Marketing Morris Newspaper Corporation 27 Abercorn Street Savannah, Georgia 31401

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1224 East 48 th Street Charming Craftsman Style Cottage located in the Coveted Parkside Community. This lovely home is offering 3 bedrooms [2 with fireplaces], separate Dinning room and Living room [each with fireplaces].

Refinished heart pine floors throughout and ceiling fans in many rooms. Also included is a very comfortable rear garden with a patio for entertaining along with additional large side yards. Pride of Ownership Shows. This house is ready for you to make it your home. Asking $210,000.

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WE BUY HOUSES Need repairs? Vacant? Has’t sold yet? Liens, divorce, etc.

Let us help, call today. We are NOT agents. Quick offers.

Quick closing. Call 351-0500.

1014 Abercorn Street Stunning totally remolded “ New York ” style 3bdr., 2ba. loft over two large fabulous commercial spaces.

Opportunity awaits for a variety of options. Live atop your own business in the thriving Victorian District. Only 1 block from Forsyth Park .Offered at $550,000.

Owner/Agent Call Don Callahan 441-4416 Mopper-Stapen Realty*

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219 East 31 st Street Circa 1905 Victorian Home offering

404 East 40 th Street Arts and Crafts fixer. Over 2400 square feet of 1930’s charm!

Hardwood floors, 2 FP’s, separate LR & DR, eat-in kitchen, large back yard and a wonderful generous sized porch to relax and take in the neighborhood. Just waiting for your touches and Offered at $192,000.

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.

Call Don Callahan 441-4416 Mopper-Stapen Realty*

519 E. 45th Street Arts & Craft hardy board exterior, 2 story home with 4 bedrooms, 3 baths in the main house. Loads of detail, secret garden and brick courtyard with brick wall. Carriage house is rented for $900 per month! Reduced to $498,000.

Rhondda @ Sun Coast Realty 912 507-9800*.

Midway LOT 1.5 acres of land of the LAKE. Water already to the property.

Located on Pineland. 80,000 Build your dream home!

Rhondda @ Sun Coast Realty 912 507-9800*.

515 East Harris Street $319,000 Perfect, move in condition. Beautiful courtyard, huge kitchen, all appliance remain, 2 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, one is a jack & Jill bath. Great Street! 319,000 Rhondda @ Sun Coast Realty 912 507-9800*.

Lot on the water in Midway!

1.5 acres and only 80000. Build you getaway home, or dream house.

Rhondda @ Sun Coast Realty 912 507-9800*.

112 E Duffy St. 495,000 Triplex. Renotation going on now. Three 2 bedrooms. Steps to Forsythe Park.

Rhondda @ Sun Coast Realty 912 507-9800*.

W. Broughton Street Condos - 2 left, both with great views and large windows good sq.ft.

289,900 and 295,900.

Rhondda @ Sun Coast Realty 912 507-9800 101 West Broughton Street $285,000 for almost 1200 sq.ft. of living space! One bedroom and one bath, staninless appliances, beautiful wood floors, move in condition!

Rhondda @ Sun Coast Realty 912 507-9800*

Comfortable Bungalow 19 Columbus St 3 bed, 1 bath Ardsley Area, Hardwood and Tile floors, Deck, Fenced Yard, Separate Den and living room/dining room, Updated Kitchen Call Michael McCormick 441 8285 Steven A McCormick Appraisals and Realty*

Effingham Co. 410 Wrigglyfield Rd Brand New Home in Honey Ridge Brick Colonial 2400 Sq Ft, 9+ Ft Ceilings thoughout home, Hardwood, tile and carpeted floors,Fireplace, 5 Bed/ 31/2 Baths, FROG, Ammenity Community with Pool, Tennis Courts, and Clubhouse. Near Horse Stables.

Country living at its best Call Michael McCormick 912 441 8285.

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39 Bull River Bluff Upgraded 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo in popular Bull River Bluff with a stunning marsh view. Seller has added new wood floors throughout, new kitchen counters and appliances, glassed in sun porch, and much more. The best buy on the island at $149,000 Call Shelly with RE/MAX at 604-8177 or 355-7711.* 135 East 53rd Street Large Ardsley bungalow with 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, living room, dining room, sunroom, kitchen, and breakfast room. Upstairs master suite with walk-in closet, and large bathroom with double vanities and whirlpool tub. Office, and sitting room. New paint, carpet, refinished hardwood floors, new tile, and recoated lifetime metal roof. Seller is a licensed real estate agent in the state of Georgia. $335,000.

Call Shelly with RE/MAX at 604-8177 or 355-7711.* 611 East 49th Street Great Ardsley bungalow with 3 bedrooms, 1-1/2 baths downstairs, new updated kitchen complete with new cabinetry and appliances, large open rooms with beautiful hardwood floors, and upstairs bonus room with bath. Living room, dining room, and large kitchen. Great location, great lot, and lots of house for the money. $285,000.

Call Shelly with RE/MAX at 604-8177 or 355-7711.* 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 912-220-1700 The Coastal Real Estate Group*

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 912-220-1700 Coastal Real Estate Group*

518 East Duffy Street A beautiful newly re-done home with 3 bedrooms, 1 bath. Kitchen has a sub zero fridge, dishwasher, honed granite countertops 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*

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 912-220-1700 Coastal Real Estate Effingham County Schools!

Beautifully appointed 3 bedroom, 2 bath with bonus. All brick with interior arches, wood floors, brick fireplace in Great Room. Crown molding, 9 ft. plus ceilings, oversized whirlpool tub, separate shower and sitting room in master suite. Home has approx. 2100 sq. ft.

For more information or your personal viewing call LaTrelle @ 6587777 H-4375 $244,900 ERA Adams-Pevey Realty 826-2550*

Beautiful all brick home with wood and ceramic flooring. 9' plus ceilings, plantation shutters, surround sound speakers and sprinkler system in yard. Home has 4 bedrooms, 3 baths plus a bonus room, separate study, eat in kitchen and separate dining room. Great room has fireplace.

Call Latrelle for your personal viewing @ 912-658-7777.

ERA Adams-Pevey Realty 826-2550 H-4370 $338,500*

REDUCED! Come view this finely appointed 3 bedroom 2 ? bath all brick home, sitting on a spacious lot across from the club in Honey Ridge. Cherry cabinets, trey ceilings, corian counter tops, cultured marble in baths, hardwood floors, ceramic tile and oversized 3 car garage. Back porch is covered with surround sound speakers inside and out.Large fenced in back yard.

Call LaTrelle for your personal viewing @ 658-7777. $286,900 H-4337*

Beautifully appointed 3 bedroom, 2 bath with bonus. All brick with interior arches, wood floors, brick fireplace in Great Room. Crown molding, 9 ft. plus ceilings, oversized whirlpool tub, separate shower and sitting room in master suite. Home has approx. 2100 sq. ft.

For more information or your personal viewing call LaTrelle @ 658-7777 H-4375 244,900 ERA Adams-Pevey Realty 826-2550*

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635 East Henry Street Wonderful Newer Construction on a tremendous lot. This 3BDR, 2 ? BA home offers a great floor plan, completely fenced, front and side porches. Would be a super home for the first-time buyer or an investment property. Offered at $219,000.

Call Don Callahan 441-4416 Mopper-Stapen Realty*

529 E. 31 st Street Recently renovated duplex.

Wonderful details throughout offering 2 BRDS, 2 BA, High ceilings, fully equipped kitchen and fenced back yard. Area of active renovation.

Great investment. Just $199,900 Call Don Callahan 441-4416 Mopper-Stapen Realty*

519 E 45th Arts & Craft hardy board exterior, 2 story home with 4 bedrooms, 3 baths in the main house. Loads of detail, secret garden and brick courtyard with brick wall. Carriage house is rented for $900 per month!

Reduced to 529000.

Rhondda @ Sun Coast Realty 912 507-9800*.

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over 3,000sq. ft. of impressive details. Triple parlors, 6 fpl’s, crown moldings, medallions and pocket doors. This Southern Lady boasts 5 Bdr., 3 ? Ba. large lot and is waiting for your personal attention. Own a piece of old Savannah . Offered at $435,000.* Call Don Callahan 441-4416 Mopper-Stapen Realty*

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ONE AND ALL Beginning your home search? With so many houses advertised, and so many real estate companies from which to choose, will you need to call them all to gather information about each of the homes you like?

No. You only need one agent, no matter how many homes you want to see. Actually, you should choose an agent before you even begin your home search. Here's why.

Most agents are able to show not only their own listings, but those of all other agents too. Agents have a professional fee-splitting arrangement that encourages showings of all homes, so you can see as many as possible, without the inconvenience of moving from agent to agent.

Agents and companies provide each other with complete information on all homes for sale, so you can work with a single agent to obtain details about any property you choose. This reduces the tedium of explaining your objectives over and over with different agents.

The agent can then take the time to locate specific homes that fit your needs, and then preview them to eliminate those which are unsuitable.

Finally, the agent will set appointments to see a wide selection that fit your criteria. Taking time to select an agent first will save untold hours of searching and frustration. Soon, the right home will appear, and the decision will be easier than expected.

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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 H- 4211 Call Latrelle for details @ 658-7777 ERA Adams-Pevey Realty 826-2550*

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*

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 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 H4292 ERA Adams-Pevey Realty 826-2550*

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505 Harris Trail • Richmond Hill Some Income Limits Apply *Rents Subject To Change

REDUCED! 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. $269,900 ERA Adams-Pevey Realty 826-2550 H-4310*

Reduced by $10,000! Beautifully appointed Savannah Grey Brick 3 bed/ 2 bath home. Custom built by Douglas Leonard. 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 $279,500*

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*

514-516 East Bolton Street Under Contract Historic District income-producer just a few blocks from Forsyth comes with a buildable side lot worth at least $80K. The whole kit & kaboodle for $399,000!

Katherine W. Oxnard, Keller Williams Realty Coastal Area Partners, (912) 704-3545/356-5001. katherineoxnard@comcast.net, www.kwsavannah.com.*

314 West Penrose Drive Reduced to $345,000!

You’ll swim in this brick Colonial w/ 4226sf, 5 BR /2.5 BA , eat-in kitchen, BBQ pit, 2-car garage & fireplace.

Mother-in-law suite adds another bedroom, 1.5 baths, 2nd kitchen and separate entrance, perfect for home office or rental. A must see!

Katherine W. Oxnard, Keller Williams Realty Coastal Area Partners, (912) 704-3545/356-5001. katherineoxnard@comcast.net, www.kwsavannah.com.* 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 storage building. Roof and AC compressor 1 year old and house is well above grade with no flooding problems. Some furnishings for sale.

Call Betty Stevenson at 912-351-0510 or 912-224-5200.*

5 Hawkins Lane Landings Lot-a-Palooza Prime eastern marsh lot with cooling summer breezes & views of Tybee and Wassau Islands . Perfect spot for a stunning primary residence or second home . I sland living at its best! $469,000.

Katherine W. Oxnard, Keller Williams Realty Coastal Area Partners, (912) 704-3545/356-5001. katherineoxnard@comcast.net www.kwsavannah.com.*

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 *

626 East 53 rd Street Under Contract!

Charming Arts & Crafts home w/ 3BR/2BA, oak & heart pine floors, 4over-1 windows, front porch, cedar closet, brick mantel & attic big enough for master suite or office.

Room enough to make it your haven! $209,500.

Katherine W. Oxnard, Keller Williams Realty Coastal Area Partners, (912) 704-3545/356-5001. katherineoxnard@comcast.net, www.kwsavannah.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*

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 *

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Georgia Southern University Construction Management students place fourth in nation wide competition!

By Patty Rietkovich, E.O. Home builders Association of Greater Savannah

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A six student Georgia Southern team took fourth place in the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) Residential Intercollegiate Construction Competition. Members of the team included, Tom D'Aleo, Daniel Hall, Barry Fransen, Scott Mathis, Matt Schultz, Justin Strickland.

The universities competing in the competition were: Arizona State University Brigham Young University - Idaho Colorado State University Fitchburg State University Indiana State University Minnesota State University - Mankato Northern Kentucky University Penn College Southern Polytechnic State University University of Florida University of Nebraska - Lincoln University of Wisconsin - Stout

Auburn University California Polytechnic State University East Carolina University Georgia Southern University Michigan State University Minnesota State University - Moorhead Oklahoma State University Purdue University Texas A&M University University of Denver University of North Florida Utah Valley State College

Brigham Young University California State University - Long Beach Ferris State University Illinois State University Middle Tennessee State University North Dakota State University Penn State University South Dakota State University University of Arkansas at Little Rock University of Nebraska - Kearney University of Washington Virginia Tech University

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Each team represents a local operating division of a large national home building company.

The team is presenting their new project to upper level management for consideration of funding and acquisition. Simulating the real world where companies compete for construction projects, the Construction Management teams compete with other operating divisions within the same corporation for project approval and funding. This year’s project involved the development of a residential property in Addison, Texas named “The Townhomes of District A, a Condominium Community.”

The competition is sponsored by Centex Homes. It gives students the opportunity to apply the skills learned in the classroom to a real construction project. This years project proposal mapped an entire business plan. It included a complete land acquisition, land development, multiple-home cost estimates, development of building construction schedules, a marketing plan, an assessment of the local political climate, a project budget, cash-flow forecast and financial pro-forma analysis.

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The actual contest took place between January 10th and January 13, 2006, but the preparation took all of December. Georgia Southern’s students worked earnestly on the project throughout the Christmas break. On Christmas eve, they submitted their written proposal to a panel of judges. The judges are a group of construction company executives, including the actual Centex Project Manager for the “The Townhomes of District A.” Once the written portion of the challenge was submitted the team began work on building their formal presentation. This timed presentation was made at the National Association of Home Builders “International Builder’s Show” in Orlando Florida. The show was attended by over 100,000 building industry professionals.

“Placing fourth in such a challenging competition is phenomenal” said Professor Richard Clarke the team’s coach. “The team did a fantastic job and I’m extremely proud of them.”

455 Mall Blvd Oglethorpe Place #80 Absolutely like brand new and located in Oglethorpe Place on Mall Blvd. This 2-story brick townhouse is THE perfect first home, snow bird get away... or even good for an investment. Repainted from top to bottom, new carpet & tile thruought, new kitchen appliances, and remodeled bathrooms. This home offers you over 1500sq. ft. of living space, in 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths and seperate living/dining rooms. Assigned parking, community pool, tennis, & clubhse and all under a canopy of grand live oaks. $159,900. William @ 912.412.5517

William Bedgood cell: 412-5517 office: 355-5557 email: williambedgood@realtor.com

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MIDTOWN 2033 SKIDAWAY RD- 2bd, 1ba, $650.00 1628 E 51st ST- 3bd, 2ba, $1100.00 1012 CUBBEDGE-2bd, 1ba, $475.00

317 LORCH STREET • UNIT B 3 bedroom, 1 bath apartment. Living room, kitchen, washer/dryer. Available mid-March. $1,000/mo.

514 EAST BOLTON STREET Lower apartment. 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, living room, kitchen. $600/mo.

220 E 53rd-3bd,1ba, $1,050.00 (Avail late Jan)

THUNDERBOLT 2812 WHATLEY- 3bd, 2ba, $1,150.00

ISLANDS 919 BETZ CREEK- 3bd,2ba,$1200.00 ( appt only)

705 A WHITAKER Spacious 1 bedroom, 1 bath apartment off Forsyth Park. Living room, dining room, hardwood floors. Available Mid March. $900/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.

121 CHATSWORTH 3 bedroom, 2 bath home in Wilmington Park.

Living room/dining room combo. Separate den with wood burning fireplace. Washer and dryer, fenced backyard, gas appliances.

Available mid-March. $1,100/mo.

11 HIGHTIDE LANE-3bd, 2ba. $1375.00 (available mid Feb) appt only 121 PALMETTO BAY – 3bd, 2ba, $1200.00 153 LEWIS AVE-3bd, 2 ba, $950.00 ( Avail mid Feb)

SOUTHSIDE 129 RED FOX- 3bd, 2ba, $1,250.00 9 DELMAR- 3bd, 1.5ba, ($950.00) 34 LAS TUNAS -3bd, 1.5ba, $1000.00 (Avail mid February)

WESTSIDE 5 WESTBOURNE-3 bd, 2 ba, $1175.00 25 FAIRGREEN -3 bd, 2 ba, $1175.00

continued from page 46 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* 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* 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 596-0107.

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228 E 52nd St Big rooms, high ceilings, great kitchen, beautiful fireplace in living

401 NORTH CROMWELL ROAD, R-8 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo. Screened porch, washer/dryer. $875/mo.

2003 BULL STREET Upper. Large 2 bedroom, 1 bath apartment with view of Bull Street Library, Washer and dryer connections. Available March 6th. $1,100/mo.

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

128 EAST 65TH STREET APT. B Studio apartment with kitchen central heat and air, patio. $550/mo.

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.)

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.

117 WEST CHARLTON #4 3 bedroom, 2 bath apartment off Pulaski Square. living room, dining room, washer/dryer, hardwood floors, central heat and air. $1,550/mo.

20 E. OGLETHORPE

room that opens up to dining room.

Potential to build out attic space, room for staircase. Details original to house give it that special touch!MUST SEE!!

Contact Victoria Turner 484-3169*

1 Wymberly Point Road Beautiful home in highly desirable Isle of Hope community. Gorgeous view of Intracoastal Waterway on 1.5 acre lot. Home includes 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, hardwood floors, indoor pool, fireplace in family room, and plentiful storage Contact Celia Dunn 234-3323.*

RICHMOND HILL 3 bedroom, 2 bath, 2 car garage home (1795 sq ft) on cul-de-sac, great school district. Bonus room, carpet and wood floors, central A/C, master bedroom has walkin closet, bath with jacuzzi tub.

Large back yard with patio and fenced pet area. Located half mile from the High School/Junior High and only thirty minutes from Savannah.

Built in 2003, asking $189,900.

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210 WEST 31ST STREET 3 bedroom, 1 bath apartment. Living room, kitchen, hardwood floors, CHSA approved. $575/mo.

234-0606 722 East East 49th Street Large 2 BR, 1 Bath apartment in Ardsley Park with a formal dining room, sun room, large kitchen with stove, refrigerator and dishwasher, W/D connections, hardwood floors, central H/A. Pet-friendly apartment. $875/mo. Available March 2006.

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14 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. $900/mo. Currently under renovations.

Available February 2006.

1112 East Victory Drive This 3 BR, 2 Bath home features beautifully refinish hardwood floors throughout with original tongue and groove paneling in the formal living, dining and family rooms. Spacious bedrooms with a separate entrance from the master bedroom to wrap around front porch. Separate laundry room, private driveway and carport. Pet friendly home. $1,050/mo.

Thackery Place 2 and 3 BR apartments – Thackery Place is between Bull and Montgomery off of 61st Street. Close to Montgomery Hall and Habersham Village. Spacious apartments (over 1,200 sq ft) with separate dining rooms, 1 _ - 2 BA, hardwood floors, central H/A, kitchens furnished with stove & refrigerator, W/D connections and off street parking. Pet-friendly apartments. $625 - $700/mo.

17 East 33rd St. www.sicaymanagement.com

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TOWNHOUSE IN THE WILMINGTON PLANTATION ON THE INTERCOASTAL. Located in Savannah, Ga on the Wilmington River. 2 bedroom, 3 bath elegant townhouse with 2 car garage. This luxurious home features 2 kitchens, one leading out to huge porch overlooking waterway. This waterfront townhouse is also across the street from the Wilmington Island Club golf course. Amenities include Pool, dock, landscaped grounds, gated entrance and much much more!

Contact Susie Russell of Homestead Realty 912-665-1313 912-897-1307 or 912-897-3109.

605 BERWICK DRIVE. 4 bedroom, 2 bath, 2 car garage. Formal living/dining rooms, greatroom with fireplace and wood floors. Updated kitchen. A/C and alarm system. Wooded lot with privacy fence and pool.

Over 2200 sq ft $189,900. Call for appointment 912-921-0284 912-308-3044.

2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH condo at the Commons on Wilmington Island features washer/dryer hookup, 2 year old appliances, Berber carpet, hardwood, vinyl, screened porch. Amenities include tennis courts, pool, gated entrance and more. Asking $129,900. Unit Q-5 at the Commons off Cromwell Rd. Contact Susie Russell 665-1313 or 8971307. Office is 897-3109

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FSBO 2101 California Ave. $72k. Brick house, 3 bed rooms, 2 full baths, CHA, fenced yard on 3 lots. Call 404207-8033 or 912-507-8382.

102 Acres of Effingham Co. Land Great property for residential development.Priced at $20,500 per acre for 57.71 of upland acres.Will yield at least 128 units.County water & sewer on Hwy. 30 access for property. Won't last! $1,183,000 Call Lori Judge 912-236-1000*

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House for Rent 319 E Huntingdon Lane Utilities and furnishings included!!!!

2 bedroom townhome with cable tv, towels sheets, and everything you need, even a parking space! Bring your clothes and move in. $1400 , month to month.

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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 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 912-351-0510 or 912-224-5200.* Building Lot Eastside 45x110 approximate size. Priced to sell at $30,000.

Call Betty Stevenson with Prudential at 912-351-0510 or 912-224-5200* Business Only For Sale Parcel Forwarding located at 7082 Hodgeson Memorial Drive. Priced at $60,000. Make an offer.

Call Betty with Prudential for tax info and showing at 912-351-0510 or 912-224-5200* 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*

Tybee Island 2 bedrooms/2 baths, winter rental includes all utilities, furnishings, phone, cable tv, $ 1250 per month.

Seasonal rental is $ 850 per week, steps from the beach and walk to stores and pier Call Rhondda @507-9800* 225A East Bolton St .

Totally restored and brand new, with up scale kitchen! $1200 per month.

Call Rhondda @507-9800* Charlton Street on Troup Sq. Furnsihed home with 2 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, cable tv and all utilities included. Courtyard that is very special! Must see this 3 story home. Available in June - $2500 per month, month to month lease.

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2210 Atlantic 2BR/1BA, hardwood floors, new appliances & countertops, marble accents, new HVAC, plumbing and electrical. Large fenced yard.

Call Judge Realty 236-1000 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 Dana at Judge Realty 236-1000.* 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

116 West 39th Huge 3BR/1BA duplex in up and coming Starland District! Newly remodeled with 12 foot ceilings, 4 fireplaces,hardwood floors, security alarm, and tons of historic charm.$900/month Call Judge Realty 236-1000* 1317 Bonaventure 3BR/2BA, freshly painted, hardwood floors, fenced yard, off-street parking, lots of closets. $900 Call Judge Realty 236-1000*

SAVANNAH/EASTSIDE 2 bedroom, 1 bath house. 4 blocks from Savannah High.

Near CAT Bus Route. Fencedin backyard. Discount rent, $750/month. Call our 24 hour info line 691-8293.

LaTrelle Pevey 912-658-7777 912-826-2550 ADAMS PEVEY Adams Pevey.

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3 bedroom, 1 bath starter home in desirable Rincon neighborhood and Effingham schools. Great room and eat in kitchen. Covered patio, large fenced yard and inground pool. Great for investors or first time homeowners. Move in ready. Call LaTrelle @658-7777 for your personal viewing. $115,000 H-4333

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SOUTHSIDE CONDO 2 bed/2 bath, great location in gated community, between both malls on Abercorn. $900/month + $900/deposit. (can be divided) 596-0031 407221-9438.

CUTE BUNGALOW 2 bedroom, 1 bath, new kitchen, fenced yard, pets ok with deposit. $675/month. 1222 E. 33rd St. Call 844-2703.

ADORABLE ARDSLEY PARK Bungalow! 220 East 60th (great block). 2 bedroom, 1 bath, hardwood floors, sun room! Just redone. Available for rent March 1st. $750/month. Call 239-9551.

2210 WHITAKER STREET. 3bedroom 2-bath, washer/dryer, dishwasher, central heat/air, off street parking. $950 monthly/1 month deposit. Pets negotiable. Call 912-667-2928 2/1 House, Paradise Park adjacent to Daffin Park, Grayson.

Quiet dead-end street, large fenced backyard, LR, DR, Porches, w/d hookups. $785.

404-441-0505.

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223 E Bolton Street Very upscale condo with courtyard, 2 bedrooms, granite tops in kitchen and fireplace. Gorgous! $1200 Per month and available January.

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1505 Grove Street.

Completely renovated charming 3br/2ba bungalow in eastern Victoriandistrict. Hardwood Floors, quiet street, close to Downtown.

Move-in for $825/ month.

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1507 Grove Street.

Charming Eastern Victorian Bungalow. 2br/1ba, totally redone cozy home awaits you for $700/month.

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2 HOUSES FOR RENT Victorian Cottages One-2 bedroom, 1 bath $575/month, One-3 bedroom, 1 bath $675/month. Both newly renovated, central heat/air, laundry room, hardwood floors.

Pets OK. Call 844-4043 or 844-1778.

Apartments for Rent 414 East Park Avenue 2BR/1BA, all new appliances, central HVAC, off-street parking, available Jan. 1st $850.

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5 Hawkins Lane Skidaway Island Dreamscape Prime eastern marsh lot at The Landings, with cooling summer breezes and views of Tybee and Wassau Islands. Perfect spot for a stunning primary residence or second home. Island living at its best! 5 Hawkins Lane. Offered at $469,000.

Katherine W. Oxnard 3 Oglethorpe Professional Blvd.

Savannah ,GA 31406 E-mail:katherineoxnard@comcast.com Mobile : (912) 704-3545 Website: www.kwsavannah.com Office: (912) 356-5001

HISTORIC DISTRICT 1 bedroom + trunk room. 1 bath, balcony, 2nd floor of newly restored Victorian duplex. Two blocks from Forsyth Park. $950/month.

Separate utilities. $950/ deposit. 732-757-7280.

CARRIAGE HOUSE, 112 East Henry Lane. 2/1 with loft.

Central heat/air. $750/month.

596-5489.

HISTORIC DISTRICT. 346 Jefferson St. 2 bedroom, 1 bath, central heat/air, washer/dryer, $1100/month. No pets/smoking. 912-236-2458 or jrkenney@hotmail.co

3 or 4 BEDROOMS, 2 baths, livingroom, sunroom, full kitchen, hardwood floors, fireplaces, washer/dryer connection.

Perfect for roommates. $1050/month $1000/deposit.

Call 912-897-0438.

LARGE 1-BEDROOM apartment with porch, renovated Victorian. LR, DR w/fireplaces, spiral stairs to master suite/loft w/full bath, private deck and washer/dryer, guest bedroom or office and 2nd-bath on main floor, hardwood floors, central heat/air, water included, $875/month. Call 912-233-5246 for appointment.

ONE BEDROOM, ONE BATH, 4 blocks from Forsyth Park, central heat/air, off-street parking, washer/dryer access, water and trash included. $550/month plus deposit. Available Now. 912-596-4003.

SECURE GARDEN APARTMENT near Forsyth Park. well appointed, spacious, sunny, 1-2 bedroom, new carpet and finishes, private courtyard, kitchen, full bath, office/guest bedroom, W/D, central air. $975/month. Non smokers. Call 912-660-1354 BRAND NEW EVERYTHING1217 East 54th. 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath, central heat/air, wooden floors, all appliances, $650/month. 912-656-1071.

NEWLY RENOVATED 1 bedroom in friendly Mid-town neighborhood. Sunny, new hardwood floor, off street parking, water included, ? X ? GRANDMA&( PDF 0$600/month. Call 312-217-3180.

NEWLY RENOVATED 1 bedroom in friendly Mid-town neighborhood. Sunny, new hardwood floor, off street parking, water included, $600/month. Call 312-217-3180.

STARLAND DISTRICT. Beautiful 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartment. Recently renovated, with hardwood and tile floors, HVAC, off-street parking. $900/month includes water and trash. 22 1/2 East 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 one-year leases. $795/month William 912-412-5517 or Lazaro @ 912-272-0382.

2 BEDROOM, 1 BATH Carriage house apartment. Central heat/air, hardwood floors, security system, washer & dryer. $750/month plus deposit.

Available March 1st. 912-5964003.

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414 East Huntingdon Street $625,000.00

Delta Plantation Two wonderful, private marshfront homesites in McIntosh County. Dock approval in place.

Each is 4+ acres with gorgeous trees and incredible views.

Each Office is Independently Owned & Operated.

Roberta Carver, Realtor cell phone: 596-0107 email: roberta.carver@celiadunnsir.com website: www.celiadunnsir.com

635 W. 37th St. 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 two-car garage. Other amenities include a screened back porch and fenced yard. 3 Bdrm, 2 Bath. $275,000.00. Call Roberta at 596-0107.

216 W. 36th St. – Victorian District Dazzling Queen Anne with traditional gabled roof and curved front porch. New features include gourmet kitchen with all new appliances, updated baths, and two new decks overlooking the backyard. 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. 4 Bdrm, 3 Bath $574,900.00. Call Roberta at 596-0107.

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Historic District 3 Bdrm, 2.5 Bath The house has high ceilings, large rooms and many windows that fill the house with light. A large open kitchen and sitting room has a fireplace. From the kitchen, walk out onto the deck overlooking the shady, walled garden. The master bedroom and bath have a balcony/deck overlooking the garden. Two additional bedrooms and a bath complete the second floor. Off-street parking for two cars is conveniently located behind the house and garden. Christi Oates 695-5945 or Celia Dunn 234-3323.

216 E. 52nd St. $230,000.00 Ardsley Park 3 Bdrm, 1 Bath Small, well maintained brick bungalow in highly desirable Ardsley Park neighborhood. Pretty wood floors, nine-foot ceilings, separate living room and dining room. Christi Oates 695-5945 or Celia Dunn 234-3323.

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211 Travelers Way $1,875,000. Gorgeous hardwood floors, rare Pecky Cypress walls and Soaked Stone kitchen counters, this house boast the most beautiful craftsmenship and attention to detail. The Oyster house is perfect for entertaining!

Stephen Ross, Realtor

McIntosh County Reserve your 1/2 acre home site in Shell Point Cove, a new gated coastal community filled with magnificent oak trees and unparalleled views.

Developed in harmony with the natural beauty of the land, Shell Point Cove is an enchanting, captivating | community. Lots range from $100,000 to $325,000.

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103 Commodore Dr. $1,050,000.00. Islands/ Beaches. 4 Bdrm, 5 full and 2 half Bath. Stunning low country home situated in the Commodore Point community near the Savannah Yacht Club. Built by J.T. Turner, the house features the finest quality and attention to detail. Magnificant master suite with incredible master bath and closets. Fireplace in family room.

Separate dining room, gourmet kitchen, den, hardwood floors, and awesome temperature-controlled wine room. Perfect for family and entertaining.

Victoria Turner 484-3169 or Celia W. Dunn 234-3323.

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